Samsung SCD107 User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English)

Samsung SCD107 Manual

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    Digital Video Camcorder SCD107 AF Auto Focus CCD Charge Coupled Device LCD Liquid Crystal Display Owner's Instruction Book Before operating the unit, please read this instruction book thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. US PATENT 4415844 ENGLISH SSTTAORPT/ PHOTO DISPLAY TSIMEELRF
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    ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions Safety Instructions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER(OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE, REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. To prevent electric shock, match
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    CAMCORDER is intended to be operated from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. 11. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION: This CAMCORDER to the CAMCORDER, be supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire and supporting structure, grounding of the mast and supporting SERVICE
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    manufacturer and having the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards. 21. SAFETY CHECK: Upon completion of any service or repairs to this CAMCORDER, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that
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    and Safety Instructions 22. to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed Problems." This Booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402, Stock No. 004-000-00345-4. FCC Warning The user
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    Notes and Safety Instructions ...6 Getting to Know Your Camcorder ...11 Features ...11 Accessories Supplied with camcorder ...12 Front & Left View ...13 Left side View ...14 Right & Top View ...15 Rear & Bottom View ...16 Remote control ...17 OSD (On Screen Display in CAMERA and PLAYER modes
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    ENGLISH Advanced Recording ...36 Use of various Functions ...36 Setting menu items ...36 Set the camcorder to CAMERA or PLAYER 44 Zooming In and Out ...45 Tele MACRO ...45 Digital Zoom ...46 DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) ...47 DSE (Digital Special Effects) SELECT ...48 Selecting an effect ...49
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    ...80 Installing DVC Media 5.1 Program ...81 Using the "PC camera" function...81 Using the "Removable Disk" function ...82 Using the "USB streaming" function ...82 Connecting to a PC ...82 Digital Still Camera mode ...83 MEMORY STICK (Optional Accessory)...83 Memory Stick Functions...83 4
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    ...85 Selecting the CAMCORDER mode ...85 MEMORY FILE NUMBER ...86 Selecting the image quality ...87 Select the image quality ...87 Number of images on the Memory Card ...87 Recording Still images to a Memory Card in M.REC Mode ...88 Recording images to a Memory Card ...88 Recording an image from
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    Notes and Safety Instructions Notes regarding the rotation of the LCD screen Please rotate the LCD screen carefully as illustrated. Over rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD screen to the Camcorder. 1. LCD screen closed. 1 2. Standard recording using the LCD
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    Instructions the camcorder. for example: - When you move the camcorder from opened and the battery pack removed. Notes regarding CAMCORDER 1. Do not leave the camcorder exposed to high camcorder get wet. Keep the camcorder away from rain, sea water, and any other form of moisture. If the camcorder
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    ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notes regarding the battery pack - Make sure that the battery pack is fully charged before starting to record. - To preserve battery power, keep your camcorder turned off when you are not operating it. - If your camcorder is in CAMERA mode, and it is left in
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    towards the sun. Direct sunlight can damage the inside of the viewfinder. Be careful when placing the camcorder under sunlight or near a window exposed to sunlight. Notes regarding 'Record' or 'Playback' using the LCD 1. The LCD display has been manufactured using high precision technology. However
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    ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Precautions regarding the Lithium battery 1. The lithium battery maintains the clock function and user settings; even if the battery pack or AC adapter is removed. 2. The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from time of
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    aperture to suit the type of scene/action to be filmed. • NITE PIX The NITE PIX function enables you to record a subject in a dark place. • Digital Still Camera function I Using Memory Card, you can easily record and playback standard still images. I You can transfer standard still images on the
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    Your Camcorder Accessories Supplied with camcorder Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your digital video camera. Basic Accessories 1. Lithium Ion Battery pack 2. AC Power Adapter (AA-E8 TYPE) 3. AC Cord 4. AUDIO/VIDEO Cable 5. Instruction Book 6. Lithium battery for
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    Getting to Know Your Camcorder Front & Left View 1. Internal MIC 2. Lens 3. Remote sensor 4. Video Light ENGLISH 5. Viewfinder 6. TFT LCD monitor 7. IR(Infrared) Light 1. Internal MIC 2. Lens 3. Remote sensor 4. Video Light 5. Viewfinder (see page 33) 6. TFT LCD monitor 7. IR(Infrared) Light 13
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    button 10. DC jack 1. Function buttons PLAYER - CAMERA EASY : (REW) REC SEARCH - : (FF) REC SEARCH + : (PLAY/STILL) FADE : (STOP) BLC M.PLAY - REV FWD SLIDE SHOW MULTI DISP. 2. DISPLAY 3. PB ZOOM/MACRO 4. Mode switch (MEMORY CARD/TAPE) 5. Speaker 6. V. LIGHT 7. MENU button 8. MENU dial
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    5. Power switch (CAMERA or PLAYER) 6. NITE PIX switch 7. Slow shutter ENGLISH 6. NITE PIX switch 7. Slow shutter 8. USB jack 9. DV jack 10. Audio/ Video jack 11. S-VIDEO jack 12. Jack Cover 13. External MIC in 14. Hook for handstrap 15. LITHIUM Battery Holder 8. USB jack 9. DV
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    Your Camcorder Rear & Bottom View 1. Charging indicator 3. Memory Card slot 4. Battery Release 2. Hook for shoulder strap 1. Charging indicator 2. Hook for shoulder strap 3. Memory Card slot 4. Battery Release 5. Tripod receptacle 6. TAPE EJECT 5. Tripod receptacle 6. TAPE EJECT Memory Card slot
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    Getting to Know Your Camcorder Remote control 1. PHOTO 2. START/STOP 3. SELF TIMER 4. ZERO MEMORY 5. PHOTO SEARCH 6. A.DUB 7. (FF) 8. (REW) 9. (PLAY) 10. Direction 1. PHOTO 2. START/STOP 3. SELF TIMER (see page 20) 4. ZERO MEMORY (see page 74) 5. PHOTO Search 6. A.DUB (see page 63) 7. (FF) 8. (REW)
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    Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display in CAMERA and PLAYER modes) 1. Battery level (see page 26) 2. Easy mode (see pages 59) 3. DSE (Digital Special Effects) mode (see page 48) 4. Program AE (see page 42) 5. White Balance mode (see page 44) 6. BLC (Back Light Compensation) (see page 61) 7. Manual
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    Getting to Know Your Camcorder ENGLISH OSD (On Screen Display in M.REC/M.PLAY modes) A. Folder number-file number (see page 85) B. Image counter - Current still image/Total number of recordable still images. C. CARD (MEMORY CARD) indicator D. Image recording and loading indicator E. Quality F.
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    . ✤ Be careful not to reverse the polarity of the battery. Self Record using the Remote Control When you use the Self Timer function on the remote control, the recording begins automatically in 10 seconds. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the SELF TIMER button until the appropriate
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    the clock function and preset contents of the memory; even if the battery pack or AC power adapter is removed. ✤ The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from the time of installation. ✤ When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator
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    Hand Strap It is very important to ensure that the Hand strap has been correctly adjusted before you begin your recording. The hand strap enables you to : - Hold the camcorder in a stable, comfortable position. - Press the Zoom and START/STOP button without having to change the position of your hand
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    to the CAMERA or PLAYER mode. Power Switch ENGLISH To select the CAMCORDER mode ✤ If you want to use this unit as a camcorder, set the mode switch to TAPE position. ✤ If you want to use this unit as a DSC (Digital Still Camera), set the mode switch to MEMORY CARD position. MEMORY CARD TAPE 23
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    continuous recording time available depends on - The type and capacity of the battery pack you are using. - How often the Zoom function is used. It is recommended that you have several batteries available. Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack 1. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder. 2. Connect
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    the Lithium Ion Battery Pack Table of continuous recording time based on model and battery type. ✤ If you close the LCD screen, it switches off and the viewfinder switches on automatically. ✤ The continuous recording times given in the table below are approximations. Actual recording time depends on
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    temperature and conditions may differ when you actually use the camcorder, the remaining battery time may not be the same as the approximate continuous recording time given in these instructions. ✤ The gray bar shown here to indicate battery level, is actually white in the viewfinder. For example
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    Mini DV cassettes. 1. Connect a power source and slide the TAPE EJECT switch and open 1 the cassette door. - The cassette holding mechanism rises automatically. 2. Insert a tape into the cassette holder with the tape window no longer wish to keep the recording on the cassette, push the safety
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    ENGLISH Basic Recording Making your First Recording 1. Connect a Power source to the camcorder. (see page 23) (A battery pack or a AC power adapter) 1 2 I Insert a cassette. (see page 27) 2. Remove the LENS CAP. 3. Set the power switch to the CAMERA position. I Open the LCD monitor. I Set
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    Recording Selecting OSD LANGUAGE ✤ Select the appropriate OSD Language among English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, German and Italian. ✤ The Language Function works in CAMERA OSD changes to the selected language. CAM MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V MEMORY VIEWER CLOCK SET WL. REMOTE LANGUAGE DEMO CAM
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    the camcorder is left in the STBY mode for more than 5 minutes without being used, it will switch off automatically. To use it again, push the START/STOP button or set the Power switch to OFF and then back to CAMERA. This Auto Power off feature is designed to save battery power. Record Search
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    Use the LCD frame as a guide to determine the horizontal plane. 6. Whenever possible, use a tripod. Recording with the Viewfinder 1. Hold the camcorder firmly using the hand strap. 2. Place your right elbow against your side. 3. Place your left hand under the camcorder to support it. Be sure not to
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    LCD) screen, which enables you to view what you are recording or playing back directly. ✤ Depending on the conditions under where you are using the camcorder (indoors or outdoors for example), you can adjust ; I BRIGHT SELECT I BRIGHT ADJUST I COLOR ADJUST 1. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA position
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    Basic Recording ENGLISH 8. Press the ENTER button again. I You may select NORMAL or VIEWFINDER ✤ In the PLAYER mode, the VIEWFINDER will work when the LCD is closed. ✤ In the CAMERA mode, the VIEWFINDER will work when the LCD is closed or rotated counterclockwise 180°. Adjusting the Focus Use the
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    (PLAY/STILL) button to start playback. I You can view the picture you recorded on the LCD. I To stop the PLAY operation, press the (STOP) button. Notes I You can also view the picture on a TV screen, after connecting the camcorder to a TV or VCR. (see page 70) I Various functions are available in
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    you use the LCD screen for playback, you can hear recorded sound from the built-in Speaker. - Follow the instructions below to decrease or mute speaker volume in the PLAYER mode. - Take the following steps to lower the volume or mute the sound while playing a tape on the camcorder. 1. Set the power
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    Searching pictures recorded in TAPE Copying pictures from TAPE onto the Memory Card Selecting Sound Quality for recording Selecting the Audio playback channel Minimizing wind noise Selecting a Digital Special Effect during the playback Selecting Analog A/V in or out CAMERA ✔ ✔ Available mode
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    ✔ Deleting Files ✔ Formatting the Memory Card ✔ Setting the Brightness and colour Tones of the LCD ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ Setting the Date and Time ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ Selecting OSD on/off of TV ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ Page 99 87 98 93 94 86 95 96 32 53 54 ENGLISH G Set the camcorder to CAMERA or PLAYER mode and M.REC
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    ENGLISH Advanced Recording G Availability of functions in each mode Requested Operating Mode Mode DIS DIS D.ZOOM O PHOTO ✕ SLOW SHUTTER Digital Special Effects O NITE PIX O Digital functions D.ZOOM PHOTO (TAPE) O O O ✕ ✕ O O O O O SLOW SHUTTER * ✕ O O Digital special
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    CLOCK setup works in CAMERA, PLAYER, M.REC and M.PLAY modes. ✤ The DATE/TIME is automatically recorded onto a tape. Before recording, please set the DATE menu screen will automatically return to the sub menu. 11.To exit, press the MENU button. ENGLISH CAM MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V MEMORY VIEWER
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    Recording G WL. REMOTE ✤ The WL. REMOTE function works in CAMERA, PLAYER, M.REC, M.PLAY modes. ✤ The WL. REMOTE option allows you to enable or disable the remote control for use with the camcorder MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V MEMORY VIEWER CLOCK SET WL. REMOTE LANGUAGE DEMO CAM MODE
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    Recording ENGLISH G DEMONSTRATION ✤ Demonstration automatically shows you the major functions that are included with your camcorder so that you may use them more easily. ✤ The DEMONSTRATION function may only be used in the CAMERA mode without a tape inserted in the camcorder CAMERA A/V MEMORY
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    PROGRAM AE ✤ The PROGRAM AE function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ The PROGRAM AE mode allows you to adjust shutter speeds and apertures to suit different recording conditions. ✤ They give you creative control over the depth of field. I AUTO mode - Auto balance between the subject and the background
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    Advanced Recording Setting the PROGRAM AE 1. Press the MENU button. I The menu list will appear. 2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight CAMERA and CAMERA A/V MEMORY VIEWER PROGRAM AE WHT. BALANCE D.ZOOM DIS DSE SELECT CAM MODE CAMERA SET PROGRAM AE WHT. BALANCE D.ZOOM DIS DSE SELECT CAM MODE CAMERA
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    the camcorder to CAMERA mode. CAM MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V MEMORY VIEWER digital zoom off (if necessary) to set a more accurate white balance. I Reset the white balance if lighting conditions change. I During normal outdoor recording, setting to AUTO may provide better results. 44 CAM MODE CAMERA
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    unprofessional looking results and a reduction of battery usage time. 1-1 1-2 1. Move WIDE Tele MACRO ✤ Tele Macro Function works in both CAMERA and M.REC mode. ✤ Effective focal distance in TELE the MACRO button again. Notes I When recording in TELE MACRO Mode, the FOCUS speed may be slow
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    DIS feature with DIGITAL ZOOM for picture stability. (see page 47) 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. digital zoom function or to turn the feature OFF. 6. To exit, press the MENU button. CAM MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V MEMORY VIEWER PROGRAM AE WHT. BALANCE D.ZOOM DIS DSE SELECT CAM MODE CAMERA
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    Recording with the zoom I Recording a small object close-up I Recording and walking at the same time I Recording through the window of a vehicle 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA CAM MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V MEMORY VIEWER PROGRAM AE WHT. BALANCE D.ZOOM DIS DSE SELECT CAM MODE CAMERA SET PROGRAM AE
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    CAMERA mode only. ✤ The digital effects enable you to give a creative look to your recording by adding various special effects. ✤ Select the appropriate digital effect for the type of picture that you wish to record WHT mode This mode changes the images to black and white. g. EMBOSS mode This mode
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    Advanced Recording Selecting an effect 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU button. I The menu list will appear. 3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight CAMERA and press the ENTER button. 4. Select DSE SELECT from the submenu. 5. Press the ENTER button to enter the submenu. 6. Using
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    This mode permits 90 minutes of recording time with a DVM60 tape. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU button. I The menu list will appear. 3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight A/V and press the ENTER button. CAM MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V MEMORY VIEWER REC MODE PHOTO SEARCH COPY
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    record one high quality stereo sound track using the 16bit recording mode. Audio dubbing is not possible when using this mode. ENGLISH 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA To exit, press the MENU button. CAM MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V MEMORY VIEWER REC MODE PHOTO SEARCH COPY AUDIO MODE 12 AUDIO
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    while recording. - When the wind cut is on, some low sounds are eliminated along with the sound of the wind. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode on. 6. To exit, press the MENU button. CAM MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V MEMORY VIEWER REC MODE PHOTO SEARCH COPY AUDIO MODE 12 AUDIO SELECT WIND CUT
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    will read "- - -" in the following conditions: - During playback of a blank section of a tape. - If the tape was recorded before setting the DATE/TIME in the Camera's memory. - When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead. I Before you use the DATE/TIME function, you must set the Clock. See CLOCK
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    screen only. I ON: The OSD appears in the LCD screen, Viewfinder and TV. I Use the DISPLAY button located at the left side of the camcorder to turn the OSD ON/OFF displayed on the LCD/Viewfinder/TV. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA INITIAL CAMERA A/V MEMORY VIEWER LCD ADJUST DATE / TIME TV DISPLAY
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    Recording ENGLISH Using Quick Menu(Navigation Menu) ✤ Quick menu is available only in CAMERA and M.REC mode. ✤ Quick menu is used to adjust camera the ENTER button, the DIS icon is displayed or set to OFF. I DSE (Digital Special Effect) (see page 48) - Each time you select DSE and press the ENTER
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    switched to either Manual Focus (MF) or Auto Focus ( ). I SHUTTER SPEED & EXPOSURE - You can set values for SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE by selecting ( For more information, see the next page. ) icon and pressing the ENTER button. Setting the Quick menu 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Turn
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    power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Turn the MENU DIAL until you see the ( ) icon, and then press the ENTER button. I You see a screen on which you can should begin the recording with the shutter speed and the exposure adjustment screens displayed on the LCD. I If you manually change the shutter speed
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    SLOW SHUTTER (Low Shutter Speed) ✤ The SLOW SHUTTER function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ The shutter speed can be controlled, allowing you to record slow moving objects. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the SLOW SHUTTER button. 3. Each time you press the SLOW SHUTTER button
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    . I The EASY mode only operates in CAMERA mode. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. By pressing the EASY button, all functions on the camera will be set to off and the recording settings will be set to the following basic modes: I Battery level, recording mode, counter, DATE/TIME, and DIS
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    you to concentrate on the creative side of your recording. ✤ Manual focusing may be necessary under certain conditions that make automatic focusing difficult and/or unreliable. a b Auto Focusing ✤ If you are inexperienced in the use of camcorders, we recommend that you make use of Auto Focus
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    BLC (Back Light Compensation) ✤ BLC works in CAMERA/M.REC mode. ✤ Back lighting exists when the subject is darker than the background: I The subject is in front of a window. I The person to be recorded is wearing white or shiny clothes and is placed against a bright background; the person's face
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    Out ✤ The FADE function works in CAMERA mode only. ✤ You can give your recording a professional look by using special effects such as fade in at the beginning of a sequence or fade out at the end of a sequence. FADE To Start Recording 1. Before recording, hold down the FADE button. The picture
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    recorded in SP mode with 12bit sound. ✤ Use the internal and external microphones or other audio equipment. ✤ The original sound will not be erased. ENGLISH Dubbing sound 1. Set the camcorder button to stop the dubbing. DV IEEE USB 1394 A/V S-VIDEO MIC DV IEEE USB 1394 A/V S-VIDEO
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    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Dubbed audio Playback 1. Insert the dubbed tape and press MENU button. 2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight A/V. 3. Press the ENTER button to enter the sub-
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    the CAMERA mode. 2. Press the PHOTO button. I The still picture is recorded for about 6~7 seconds. 3. After the PHOTO has been recorded, the camcorder returns the camcorder displays the still image. 6. To exit, press the (STOP) button. ENGLISH PHOTO PLAYER MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V MEMORY VIEWER
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    /M.REC mode. ✤ The NITE PIX function enables you to record a subject in darkness. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Slide the NITE PIX switch to ON. I (NITE PIX indicator) appears on the LCD monitor. I The infrared light is turned on automatically. 3. To cancel
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    POWER NITE PIX ( ) appears on the LCD continuously. ON 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. POWER NITE PIX 2. Turn on the NITE PIX switch, and then use the POWER NITE PIX function in normal recording situations (ex. outdoors by day), the recorded picture may contain unnatural colors. I In the
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    SAMSUNG dealer for bulb replacement. - The life of the bulb is approximately 50 hours. 1. Set the camcorder to the CAMERA mode battery indicator does not blink when the battery pack's charge is low, the camcorder may turn off automatically when you turn on the light, or when you start recording
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    connects the LCD screen to the Camcorder. 1. General recording. 2. Downward recording. Making a recording with a top view of the LCD screen. 1 2 3. Upward recording. Making a recording viewing the LCD screen from below. 3 4 4. Self recording. Making a recording viewing the LCD screen from the
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    TV/VIDEO selector on the TV to VIDEO. I Refer to the TV or VCR user's manual. 4. Play the tape. S-VIDEO input TV Video input-Yellow Audio input (left)-White Camcorder Audio input (right)-Red Audio/Video DV IEEE USB 1394 A/V S-VIDEO S-VIDEO MIC Notes I You may use an S-VIDEO (optional
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    reserved for your VCR on the TV set. 5. Play the tape. ENGLISH S-VIDEO VCR TV ANTENNA VIDEO AUDIO(L) AUDIO(R) Audio/Video DV IEEE USB 1394 A/V S-VIDEO MIC S-VIDEO CAMCORDER Playback 1. Connect a power source and set the power switch to PLAYER mode. 2. Insert the tape you wish to play back
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    the Remote Control. ✤ The F.ADV(Frame advance), X2, SLOW buttons are located on the Remote Control only. ✤ To prevent tape and head-drum wear, your camcorder will automatically stop if it is left in STILL or SLOW modes for more than 5 minutes. Playback pause ✤ Press the (PLAY/STILL) button during
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    forward playback. ✤ Press the (PLAY/STILL) or (+) button to return to normal forward playback. ENGLISH Notes I Mosaic shaped distortion may appear on the screen in some of the playback modes if you are using a tape recorded in LP. I Sound will only be heard during normal SP or LP playback. 73
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    situations, ZERO MEMORY mode may be canceled automatically: - At the end of the section marked with the ZERO MEMORY function. - When the tape is ejected. - When you remove the battery pack or power supply. I The zero memory may not function correctly where there is a break between recordings on the
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    to apply Digital Special Effects (DSE) to tape playback or still images. ENGLISH 1. Set the camcorder to the or press the STOP button. PLAYER MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V MEMORY VIEWER REC MODE PHOTO SEARCH COPY AUDIO MODE 12 camcorder's DV jack. PLAYER MODE A / V SET PB DSE OFF MIRROR MOSAIC 75
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    ZOOM function to pictures which are being input from an external video source. I The PB ZOOM image cannot be imported to your PC from the camcorder's DV jack. PB ZOOM MACRO VOL/MF 76
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    for a while, press the START/STOP button again. 10.To stop recording, press the (STOP) button. S-VIDEO VCR TV ANTENNA VIDEO AUDIO(L) AUDIO(R) Audio/Video DV IEEE USB 1394 A/V S-VIDEO MIC S-VIDEO CAMCORDER PLAYER MODE A / V SET REC MODE PHOTO SEARCH PHOTO COPY AUDIO MODE AUDIO SELECT
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    data to a PC, you must install a IEEE 1394 add-on card onto the PC. (not supplied) ✤ The frame rate recorded for video capturing is dependent on the capacity of the PC. Notes I When you transmit data from the camcorder to another DV device, some functions may not work. If this occurs, please
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    system : Windows® 98SE, ME, XP, Mac OS (9.1~10.2) I Main memory : more than 64 MB RAM I IEEE1394 add-on card or built in IEEE1394 card Recording with a DV connection cable 1. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode. 2. Connect the DV cable (not supplied) from the DV jack of the camcorder to the DV jack
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    can easily transfer a image from a MEMORY CARD to a PC without additional add-on cards via a USB connection. ✤ If you transfer data to a PC, you need to install the software (Driver, DVC Media 5.1, Windows Media Player 9.0, DirectX 9.0a) supplied with the camcorder. System Requirements I CPU : Intel
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    and installs the driver. I DVC Driver: USB removable Disk Driver (Windows® 98SE only) USB PC CAMERA Driver USB Streaming Driver I DVC Media 5.1 I DirectX 9.0a I Windows Media Player 9.0 I Editing Software Using the "PC camera" function ✤ You can use this camcorder as a PC CAMERA. ✤ When you
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    function ✤ You can easily transfer data from a Memory Card to a PC without additional add-on cards via a USB connection. 1. Set the mode switch to Memory Card, set the power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER. 2. Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB jack on the camcorder and the other end to the USB
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    Digital Still Camera mode MEMORY STICK (Optional Accessory) ✤ The Memory Stick stores and manages images recorded by the camera. Memory Stick Functions ✤ Recording still images and MPEG4 movie ✤ Viewing still images and MPEG4 movie I Single I Slide show (Still images only) ✤ Multi display ✤
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    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Inserting and ejecting the Memory Card G Inserting the Memory Card 1. Turn the Power switch to OFF. 2. Insert the Memory Card in the direction of the arrow into the Memory Card slot located on the bottom of the camcorder. G Ejecting the Memory Card 1. Turn the Power
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    the mode switch to the MEMORY CARD position to use this camcorder as a Digital Still Camera. I M.REC mode (Memory RECORD mode) 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY CARD. 2. Set the power switch to CAMERA. I M.PLAY mode (Memory PLAYBACK mode) 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY CARD. 2. Set the power switch
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    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode MEMORY FILE NUMBER ✤ File numbers will be given to images in order of recording when still images are stored on the Memory Card. ✤ MEMORY FILE NUMBERS may be set as follows: I SERIES: When there are existing files, the new image will be named as the next number in
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    Digital Still Camera mode Selecting the image quality ✤ You can select the quality of a still image to be recorded. Select the image quality 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY CARD. 2. Set the power switch to the CAMERA mode. 3. Press the MENU button. I The menu list will appear. 4. Turn the MENU
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    Memory Card. Recording images to a Memory Card 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY CARD. 2. Set the power switch to CAMERA. 3. Press the PHOTO button. I The still image is recorded to the Memory Card. I While the camcorder is recording the still image, " " appears on the screen. MEMORY CARD TAPE
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    a Memory Card, use the COPY function. 1. Set the mode switch to TAPE. 2. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode. 3. Play back the cassette. 4. Press the PHOTO button. I The still image is recorded on the Memory Card. I While the camcorder is recording the still image, " " appears on the screen. 89
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    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Viewing Still images ✤ You can playback and view still images recorded on the Memory Card. ✤ There are 3 ways to view recorded images. I Single : To view an image frame by frame. I Slide show : To view all images automatically and in consecutive order. I Multi
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    Digital Still Camera mode To view the Multi Display 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY CARD. 2. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode. I The last recorded image appears. 3. To view six stored images on single screen, press the MULTI DISP. button. I A selection mark ( ) appears under the image. I Turn
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    recorded on a cassette will be copied onto the Memory Card. 5. The camcorder automatically performs photo search to find still images and starts copying. 6. Press (STOP) button to stop copying. I Copy stops when the cassette is finished or Memory Card is full. PLAYER MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V MEMORY
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    Digital Still Camera mode Marking images for printing ✤ This camcorder supports the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) print format. ✤ You can automatically print images recorded on a Memory Card with a printer supporting DPOF. ✤ There are 2 ways to make a PRINT MARK. I THIS FILE : You can set a
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    Digital Still Camera mode Protection from accidental erasure ✤ You can protect important images from accidental erasure. I If you execute FORMAT, all images including protected images will be erased. 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY CARD. 2. Set the power switch to PLAYER. I The last recorded
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    Digital Still Camera mode Deleting Still images ✤ You can erase the still images recorded on the Memory Card. ✤ If you want to delete protected images, you must first deactivate the image protection. ✤ An image which has been deleted cannot be recovered. 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY CARD. 2. Set
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    Still Camera mode Formatting the Memory Card ✤ You can use the MEMORY FORMAT functions to completely delete all images and options on the Memory Card, including protected images. ✤ The format function restores the Memory Card to its initial state. ✤ The Memory Card supplied with this camcorder has
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    Digital Still Camera mode MPEG RECORDING ✤ You can record moving picture images with audio onto the Memory Card. Recording moving pictures onto a MEMORY CARD 1. Insert a Memory Card into the slot on the camcorder. 2. Set the mode switch to MEMORY CARD position. 3. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode
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    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Selecting the moving picture sizes 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY CARD position. 2. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 3. Press the MENU button. 4. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight MEMORY. 5. Press the ENTER button to enter the submenu. 6. Turn the MENU DIAL to
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    will not play MPEG4 Audio. I Moving picture images recorded on the Memory Card may not play in other manufacturers' camcorders. I MPEG4 files recorded by another camcorder may not be playable by this camcorder. - You need Microsoft Windows Media Player Version 9 or higher version and Sharp G.726
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    ENGLISH Maintenance After finishing a recording ✤ At the end of a recording you must remove the power source. ✤ When recording with a Lithium Ion Battery Pack, leaving the pack on the camcorder can reduce the life span of the battery. 1. Slide the TAPE EJECT switch in the direction of the arrow. I
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    Camcorder Cleaning the Video Heads To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads when the playback pictures display square block-shaped noise or distortion, or a blue screen appears. (blue screen the problem continues, contact your local authorized service center. I Clean
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    , Thailand, Tunisia, etc. G NTSC-compatible Countries/Regions Bahamas, Canada, Central America, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Philippines, Taiwan, United States of America, etc. Note You can make recordings with your camcorder and view pictures on the LCD from anywhere in the world. 102
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    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ✤ Before contacting a Samsung authorized service center, perform the following simple checks. They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call. ENGLISH Self Diagnosis Display Display Blinking Informs that... Action slow the battery pack is almost
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    ! Format a Memory Card or slow The camera can not playback. insert Memory Card recorded on this camcorder. WRITE ERROR! NOT FORMATTED! slow The camera can not record. slow The Memory Card needs to be formatted. Format a Memory Card or change to a new Memory Card. Format a Memory Card. (see
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    Troubleshooting ✤ If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service center. Symptom Explanation/Solution You cannot switch the camcorder on. Check the battery pack or the AC Power Adapter. START/STOP button Check the POWER switch is set to CAMERA.
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    Model name: SCD107 System Video signal Video recording system Audio recording system Usable cassette Tape speed Tape recording Rotary heads, PCM system Digital video tape (6.35mm width): Mini DV cassette SP: approx. 18 55mm) 500g (Except for Lithium Ion Battery Pack and tape) Omni-directional stereo
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    DEMONSTRATION 41 DIS ...47 DSE ...48 DV ...78, 79 - E - EASY Mode 59 EXPOSURE 57 - F - Fade ...62 Formatting 96 Frame advance 73 Functions buttons 14 - H Hand Strap 22 - I - IEEE1394 78 - L- LCD ...31, 32 - M - Memory Card 84 Memory Stick 83 MPEG RECORDING 97 MPEG SIZE 98 - O OSD ...18
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    at it's option. All warranty repairs must be performed by a SEA authorized service center. The name and address of the location nearest you can be obtained by calling toll free: 1-800 SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864). Labor 90 days carry-in Parts 1 year On carry-in models, transportation to and from the
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    ENGLISH THIS CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY: ELECTRONICS SERVICE DIVISION 400 Valley Road, Suite 201, Mt. Arlington N.J. 07856 Tel: 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864) *Samsung Electronics' Internet Home Page http://www.samsungusa.com AD68-00762B
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ENGLISH
Digital Video Camcorder
Owner’s Instruction Book
Before operating the unit, please read this
instruction book thoroughly, and retain it for
future reference.
AF
Auto Focus
CCD
Charge Coupled Device
LCD
Liquid Crystal Display
SCD107
ELECTRONICS
START/
STOP
SELF
TIMER
A.DUB
ZERO
MEMORY
PHOTO
DISPLAY
X2
SLOW
F.ADV
PHOTO
SEARCH
DATE/
TIME
US PATENT 4415844