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- Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 1
Digital Video Camcorder SCD6040 AF CCD LCD Auto Focus Charge Coupled Device 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 ELECTRONICS - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 2
, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the CAMCORDER. Any mounting of the unit should follow the manufacturer s instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. A. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 3
at your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. A CAMCORDER is intended to be operated from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. 11. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION: This CAMCORDER may be equipped with either a polarized 2-wire AC line plug (a plug - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 4
voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 19. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE: Unplug this CAMCORDER from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. b. If any - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 5
dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help and for additional suggestions. The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal Communications Commission helpful: "How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems." This booklet is available from the U.S. Government - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 6
...25 Adjusting the Hand Strap ...26 Hand strap ...26 Shoulder strap...26 Connecting a Power Source ...27 Using the AC Power Adapter and the DC Cable ...27 Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack ...28 Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack ...28 Table of Continuous Recording Time Based on Model and - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 7
(On Screen Display) On / Off for Video Out (Setting the TV DISPLAY 43 Using EASYQ Mode ...44 Manual Focus / Auto Focus (MF/AF) ...45 Auto Focusing ...45 Manual Focusing ...45 Zooming In and Out with the Digital Zoom ...46 Zooming In and Out ...46 The Camcorder : Basic Recording 47 Inserting and - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 8
a Digital Special Effect in Camcorder Mode ...58 Selecting the Record Mode for Camcorder Use ...59 Selecting the Audio Mode for Camcorder Use ...60 Cutting Off Wind Noise (WIND CUT) ...61 Using Backlight Compensation Mode (BLC) ...62 Setting the Slow Shutter Speed ...63 NITE PIX ...64 POWER NITE - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 9
Sound ...78 Setting the Zero Memory on the Tape (Ending Position) ...79 PB DSE - Applying Digital Special Effects to Your Recording During Playback ...80 PB ZOOM- Zooming During Playback ...81 The Camera : Preparation 82 Using the Mode Dial...82 Using the Memory Card ...82 Memory Card Functions - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 10
Setting the Q.View Duration ...102 Viewing a Still Image using the Quick Review...102 Viewing Multiple Images in Multiple Image View...103 Deleting Recorded Pictures Balance...121 Setting the Manual White Balance ...122 Setting the ISO Sensitivity...123 Using Digital Special Effects ...124 Taking - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 11
a DV (i.Link, IEEE 1394) cable...149 Connecting to a PC using a USB cable ...151 Maintenance 154 Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder ...154 After Using Your Camcorder...154 Cleaning the Camera Body and Video Heads...155 Using Your Camcorder Abroad ...156 Troubleshooting 157 Troubleshooting - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 12
malfunction. Do not aim the device at the sun while looking through the viewfinder; this may cause permanent damage to your eyes. To avoid electric shock, do not touch your device or power cable consult your nearest dealer or authorized Samsung service facility. Disassembling the device yourself may - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 13
card slot (refer to page 83). 3. Charge the battery pack by connecting the power cable to the camcorder. 4. Set your device to REC or (CAMERA) mode by setting the Power Switch (refer to page 31). 34 5. Press the START/STOP button to record a video, or press the PHOTO button to record a still - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 14
ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notes Regarding the Rotation of the LCD Screen ✤ Do not apply excessive force on the moving parts while adjusting the monitor. ✤ Over rotation or excessive force may damage the hinge connecting the LCD monitor to the Camcorder. 1. LCD monitor is closed. 1 2 - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 15
Instructions ENGLISH Notices Regarding COPYRIGHT ✤ Television programs, movie video in this manual or other documentation provided with your Samsung product are compartment opened and the battery removed. Notes Regarding the CAMCORDER 1. Do not leave the camcorder exposed to high temperature - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 16
ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notes Regarding the Battery Pack ✤ Make sure 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 device is in Camcorder mode, and it is left in STBY - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 17
-type cleaning cassette. It may damage the video heads. Notes Regarding the Lens ✤ Do not film with the camera lens pointing directly at the sun. Direct careful when setting the camcorder in a sunny place or near a window exposed to sunlight. 2. Do not pick up the camcorder by holding the viewfinder - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 18
the clock function and user settings; even when the battery pack or AC adapter is removed. 2. The Lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from the time of installation. Servicing ✤ Do not attempt to service this CAMCORDER yourself. ✤ Opening or removing - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 19
between a Digital Camcorder and a Digital Still Camera with a flip of the Power Switch, ensuring comfortable and easy recording. ● High Resolution Image Quality (Digital Still Camera) Employing 4 Mega Pixels CCD, a maximum resolution of 2272x1704 is available. ● Digital Zoom Allows the user to - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 20
with your digital camcorder. ENGLISH Basic Accessories 1. Lithium Ion Battery pack 2. AC Power Adapter (AD43-00128A) (AA-E8 Type) (AD44-00090A) 3. AC Power Cord (AD39-00076A) 1. Lithium Ion Battery Pack 2. AC Power Adapter 3. AC Power Cord 4. Multi-AV Cable 5. Instruction Book 6. Lithium - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 21
& Left View 1. Built-in MIC 2. Built-in Flash 3. Camcorder Lens 4. Camera Lens 5. Focus Button MF/AF 1 Built-in MIC 2 Built-in Flash 3 Camcorder Lens 4 Camera Lens 5 Focus Button MF/AF 6 Camera Mode Dial 7 Display Button ENGLISH 6. Camera Mode Dial 7. Display Button 8. 5-way Button 9. Menu Button - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 22
8. USB Cable Jack 9. DV Cable Jack 10. Multi-AV Cable Jack 11. DC Power in Jack 1 PLAY/STILL (FADE) 2 STOP (BLC) 3 REW 4 Multiple Display 5 Delete 6 FF 7 Built-in Speaker 18 12. Viewfinder 13. Battery Release 8 USB Cable Jack 9 DV Cable Jack 10 Multi-AV Cable Jack 11 DC Power in Jack - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 23
Getting to Know Your Device Rear & Right View 1. PHOTO 2. FOCUS ADJUST 3. Power Switch 4. START/STOP 5. Hand Strap Ring 1 PHOTO 2 FOCUS ADJUST 3 Power Switch 4 START/STOP 5 Hand Strap Ring 6 SLOW SHUTTER 7 NITE PIX 8 ZOOM LEVER 9 External MIC input jack 10 Memory Card Slot 11 Hand Strap ENGLISH - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 24
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Device Rear & Bottom View 1. Shoulder Strap Hook 2. Battery Release 1 Shoulder Strap Hook 2 Battery Release 3 Tripod Receptacle 4 Tape Eject Slide Button 5 Lithium Battery Holder 6 Hand Strap Ring 7 Hand Strap Hook 20 3. Tripod Receptacle 4. Tape Eject Slide Button 5. - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 25
Getting to Know Your Device 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 4 ZERO MEMORY 5 PHOTO SEARCH 6 A.DUB 7 (FF) 8 (REW) 9 (PLAY) ENGLISH 18. DISPLAY 17. - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 26
Digital Special Effects) Mode (refer to page 57) 5. BLC (Back Light Compensation) (refer to page 62) 6. SCENE(PROGRAM AE) Mode (refer to page 52) 7. White Balance Mode (refer to page 54) 8. Manual Focus (refer to page 45) 9. POWER (refer to page 35) 30. DV (DV data transfer mode) (refer to page - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 27
to page 88) 21. Remaining Time for MPEG Recording 22. Remaining Free Space for Still Image 23. Zoom Level Indicator 24. PLAY Mode Counter - Current Image / Total number of recorded images 31. Battery Level Display (refer to page 30) ENGLISH OSD in CAMERA mode 2 1 23 3 22 21 4 2272 20 5 - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 28
/TIME on or off. (refer to page 68) (in REC mode) Battery Installation for the Internal Clock ✤ You need to insert or replace the Lithium battery when: ✓ You purchase the camcorder ✤ Ensure that you insert the Lithium battery cell correctly, matching the + and - markings. ✤ Be careful not to reverse - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 29
Installation for the Remote Control ✤ You need to insert or replace the Lithium battery when: ✓ You purchase the camcorder ✓ The remote control does not work ✤ Ensure that you insert the Lithium battery cell correctly, matching the + and - markings. ✤ Be careful not to reverse the polarity of - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 30
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 Lever, START/STOP, and PHOTO buttons without having to change the position of your hand. Hand - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 31
be connected to your camcorder. - The AC Power Adapter and the AC Power Cord: used for indoor recordings. - The Battery Pack: used for outdoor recordings. OFF CAY Using the AC Power Adapter and the DC Cable 1. Connect the AC Power Adapter to the AC cord. 2. Connect the AC Power Cord to a wall - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 32
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Preparation Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack 1. Attach the Battery Pack to the device. 2. Connect the AC Power Adapter to the AC Power Cord and connect the AC Power Cord to a wall outlet. 3. Connect the DC cable to the DC jack on the - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 33
The Camcorder : Preparation ENGLISH Table of Continuous Recording Time Based on Model and Battery Type ✤ When you close the LCD given in the table are approximations. Actual recording time depends on usage. Battery Time SB-LS110 SB-LS220 Charging Time Approx. 2HR Approx. 3HR 30MIN Continuous - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 34
Camcorder : Preparation Battery Level Display The Battery Level Display shows the amount of battery power remaining in the Battery Pack. a a. Fully Charged b. 20 ~ 40% used b c. 40 ~ 80% used c d. 80 ~ 95% used e. Exhausted (flickers) d (The device will soon turn off. Change the Battery - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 35
. To recharge the Battery Pack attached, connect the AC Power Adapter and cables while the Power Switch is set to OFF. 2. REC mode: Record onto a cassette tape 3. PLAY mode: Play and edit the recorded cassette tape 4. (CAMERA) mode: Switches to Digital Still Camera mode. Set the Camera Mode Dial to - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 36
left, right, up and down. Using the 5-way button, you can easily make your selection and navigate the menu. ✤ The 5-way button works both in camcorder and camera modes. 1. LEFT button 2. RIGHT button 3. DOWN button 4. UP button 5. OK button 3 OK 1 OK 4 OK 2 OK 5 OK 32 - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 37
directly what you are recording or playing back. ✤ Depending on the conditions under which you are using the camcorder (indoors or outdoors for example), you can adjust: BRIGHT ADJUST COLOR ADJUST 1. Set the Power Switch to REC mode. In PLAY mode, you may only setup the LCD while the tape is being - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 38
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Preparation Using the Viewfinder ✤ The Viewfinder will not work when the LCD monitor is open. Adjusting the Focus The FOCUS ADJUST on the viewfinder enables individuals with vision problems to see clearer images. 1. Close the LCD monitor and pull out the Viewfinder . 2. Use - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 39
instructions below to decrease or mute the speaker volume while in PLAY mode. Take the following steps to decrease/increase the volume or mute the sound while playing a cassette on the camcorder. 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Multi-AV cable is connected to the camcorder, you cannot - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 40
The Camcorder : Preparation Using the MENU ✤ Use the MENU button to change or select recording settings and hardware functions. ✤ MENU instructions are displayed both on the LCD monitor and the viewfinder. It is easier to operate the unit using the LCD monitor. MENU INITIAL CAMERA A/V VIEWER - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 41
The Camcorder : Preparation ✤ Available menu items according to the current mode are shown below. MENU INITIAL CAMERA A/V VIEWER SUB MENU CLOCK SET WL.REMOTE BEEP SOUND LANGUAGE DEMONSTRATION PROGRAM AE WHT.BALANCE D.ZOOM DIS DSE SELECT REC MODE REC AUDIO MODE WIND - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 42
: Functions Setting the Clock ✤ CLOCK SET Menu of your camcorder works in both REC and PLAY modes. ✤ The DATE/TIME information is automatically recorded onto the MENU button to exit the menu screen. Note ✤ A separate Clock setting function is provided for the Digital Camera (refer to page 91). 38 - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 43
setting works in both REC and PLAY modes. 1. Turn on your camcorder by setting the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu tape. If the tape was recorded before setting the clock in Camcorder mode. When the Lithium battery becomes weak or dead. ✤ Before setting the DATE/TIME, - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 44
modes. ✤ The WL.REMOTE option allows the user to enable or disable the remote control for use in Camcorder modes. 1. Press the MENU button. The menu screen. Notes ✤ A separate Remote Control Setting function is provided for the Digital Camera (refer to page 93). ✤ If you set the WL.REMOTE to OFF in - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 45
OSD Language among English, Spanish, French, German and Italian. ✤ The Language function works in Camcorder modes. 1. Press the MENU button. The top menu including INITIAL is displayed. 2. Press . Note ✤ Separate Language setting is provided for the Digital Camera (refer to page 89). ENGLISH 41 - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 46
guides you through the major functions of your camcorder so that you may more easily take advantage of all the features provided. ✤ The DEMONSTRATION is only available in Camcorder mode is switched OFF. 1. Turn on your camcorder by setting the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Press the MENU - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 47
The Camcorder : Functions Turning the OSD (On Screen Display) On / Off for Video Out (Setting the TV DISPLAY) ✤ The TV located on the left side of the camcorder to turn On/Off all of the OSD for the LCD/Viewfinder/TV. ENGLISH 1. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Press - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 48
mode only works in REC mode. ✤ EASYQ allows the user to easily make quality recordings. 1. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Press the EASYQ button to enter EASYQ mode. EASYQ will appear on the LCD along with Battery Level Display, STBY, Counter, and DIS . 3. Press the - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 49
Manual Focus allows the user to obtain clearer pictures under certain conditions that make automatic focusing difficult and/or unreliable. Auto Focusing ✤ In REC mode, the camcorder will be set to Automatic Focus when the Camcorder is turned On. Manual your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 50
Digital Zoom ✤ Your camcorder supports 10x optical and digital zooming that can produce 900x zooming in total. Zooming is a technique that lets you change the size of the subject captured in a scene. Moderate and slow operation of the zoom helps of battery 1-1 power. faster battery power consumption - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 51
, then slide the TAPE EJECT button on the bottom of the camcorder and open the cassette door until it clicks. The cassette holder automatically rises and opens forward. 2. Insert a tape into the cassette holder with the tape window facing outward and the protection tab toward the top. 3. Press the - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 52
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Basic Recording Protecting a Cassette ✤ When you have recorded something that you wish to keep, you can protect from being accidentally erased . a. Protecting a Cassette: Push the - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 53
Recording Before you begin! - Insert the Lithium Ion Battery (refer to page 28) - Charge your battery (refer to page 28) - Set the Clock (refer to page 38) - Insert a cassette tape (refer to page 47) 1. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Open the LCD or viewfinder - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 54
being used, it will switch off automatically. To resume the camcorder, press the START/STOP button or set the Power Switch to off shortly and then set it back to REC mode. This Auto Power Cut feature is designed to save the battery power. Record Search (REC SEARCH) ✤ You can view a recording using - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 55
Recording Playing Back a Tape You Have Recorded Using the LCD Monitor ✤ You can monitor the recorded image on the LCD monitor. 1. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to PLAY mode. 2. Insert the tape you want to playback (refer to page 47). 3. Open the LCD monitor and adjust the angle - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 56
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (PROGRAM AE) ✤ The Program AE function works only in REC mode. ✤ It allows you to adjust the shutter speed - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 57
: Advanced Recording Setting the PROGRAM AE 1. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to the REC mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including CAMERA is displayed. 3. Press the DOWN button to select CAMERA , then press the OK button. The submenu including PROGRAM AE is displayed - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 58
camcorder and set the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including CAMERA is displayed. 3. Press the DOWN button to select CAMERA WHT.BALANCE mode is not available in EASYQ mode. ✤ Turn the Digital Zoom off for more accurate White Balance setting. ✤ For normal outdoor recording - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 59
Zooming more than 10x is achieved digitally, up to 900x when combined with the optical zoom. 1. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including CAMERA is displayed. 3. Press the DOWN button to select CAMERA , then press the OK button. The - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 60
The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) ✤ The Digital window, from inside a vehicle 1. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including CAMERA is displayed. 3. Press the DOWN button to select CAMERA - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 61
of picture that you wish to record and the effect you wish to create. ✤ Available Digital Special Effects: a. ART Artistic effects on your video. a b c b. MOSAIC A Mosaic overlay appears on your video c. SEPIA Changes the colors to sepia tones, creating the look of old film d e f d. NEGA - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 62
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Selecting a Digital Special Effect in Camcorder Mode 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including CAMERA is displayed. 3. Press the DOWN button to select CAMERA , then press the OK - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 63
the Recording mode in the REC and PLAY (DV IN) modes of your camcorder. ✤ This camcorder records and plays back in SP (Standard Play) with a normal DVM60 tape. The following instructions show how to set in REC mode. 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Press the - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 64
: You can record one high quality stereo track using the 16bit recording mode. Audio dubbing is not available for video using 16bit sound. 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including A/V is displayed. 3. Press the DOWN button to - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 65
the Wind Cut function when recording in a windy place such as on the beach, in the mountains or near buildings. 1. Turn on your camcorder by setting the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including A/V is displayed. 3. Press the DOWN button to select A/V , then press - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 66
helps to make the subject brighter when the light source is behind the subject, throwing their features into shadow, or when the subject is in the shade but the background is brightly lit. ✤ Use BLC when: - The subject is in front of a window Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to REC - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 67
. ✤ The Slow Shutter allows the user to record dark subjects or in darker areas, making them even brighter than they would be under good natural lighting. A subject recorded using this function may appear to move slowly. 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Press - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 68
you to record subjects in dark lighting conditions. 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to REC mode. 2. Slide the NITE PIX button upwards. outdoors in daylight), the recorded picture may be tinted green. ✤ Use manual focusing if you have an unclear image while using NITE PIX. ✤ The - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 69
your camcorder on by setting the Power POWER NITE PIX mode. ✤ The maximum recording distance using Infrared light is about 9 feet (3m). ✤ POWER NITE PIX is not available in EASYQ mode. ✤ POWER NITE PIX cannot be used with Manual Exposure, White Balance, Program AE, BLC, DSE and Digital ZOOM. POWER - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 70
helps the user to control the image to be recorded. Greater exposure results in a brighter image while shorter shutter speeds make the image darker. 1. Turn on your camcorder by setting the Power STOP button to start recording. Note that the Manual Exposure and Shutter Speed are only applied while - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 71
The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Using the Fade In / Out Function ✤ The Fade In / Out function works only in REC mode. ✤ You can give your recordings more professional - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 72
only available in REC mode. ✤ Quick Menu is used to access camcorder functions by simply using the Navigation Wheel. Quick Menu provides easier access between ON and OFF. ■ DIS( ) - Anti-Shake function; turns the Digital Image Stabilizer function on and off. - You can access this function using the - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 73
The Camcorder : Advanced Recording ENGLISH ■ DSE (Digital Special Effects) - Provides a quick way to access the Digital Special Effects. - Using the Navigation Wheel, you can quickly set and release the special effect for your filming. Pressing the Navigation Wheel while DSE is - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 74
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording ■ SHUTTER - Provides a quick way to access the SHUTTER Speed Settings. 1. Turn the Navigation Wheel (Quick Menu) to select the Navigator icon ( ). 2. Press the - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 75
to take a higher resolution still image, switch to (CAMERA) mode (refer to page 99). ✤ You can take photos using the remote control. ✤ You can search still pictures recorded on a tape (refer to page 76). 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to REC mode. The STBY indicator appears on - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 76
ENGLISH The Camcorder : Advanced Recording Various Recording Techniques ✤ In some situations, different recording techniques may be required for more dramatic results. 1. General Recording Suitable for most recording situations. 1 2 2. - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 77
on a TV, the television set needs to comply with the Color System (NTSC/PAL). ✤ It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter and Cable as the power source for the camcorder. For instructions on connecting the AC Power Adapter and Cable to your Camcorder, refer to page 27. ✤ Refer to page 145 for - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 78
the Remote Control. ✤ The F.ADV (Frame advance), (SLOW) buttons are located only on the Remote Control. ✤ 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 the - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 79
The Camcorder : Playback X2 Playback (Forward/Reverse) ✤ You can playback your recording at 2x normal speed using the X2 button on the remote control. ENGLISH ✤ Forward X2 - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 80
the Still Images recorded on a tape works only in PLAY mode. ✤ Recorded Still Images are played back using stop-motion. 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to PLAY mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including A/V is displayed. 3. Press the DOWN button to select A/V , then - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 81
to your recordings. The original sound will not be erased. Dubbing the Sound 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to PLAY mode. 2. Move to the desired starting position of the recorded video using (REW), (FF) or (PLAY/STILL) buttons. 3. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button to pause at - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 82
: Playback Playing Dubbed Sound You may select the audio track to be played back. 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to PLAY mode. 2. Move to the position of recorded video that has dubbed audio track by using the (REW), (FF) or (PLAY/STILL) buttons. 3. Press the MENU button - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 83
The Camcorder : Playback Setting the Zero Memory on the Tape (Ending Position) ✤ The ZERO with the ZERO MEMORY function. - When the tape is ejected. - When you remove the battery pack or power supply. ✤ The Zero Memory may not function correctly when there is a break between recordings on the - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 84
in PLAY mode. ✤ The PB DSE function allows the user to apply digital effects to recorded video and still pictures. 1. Turn on your camcorder by setting the Power Switch to PLAY mode. 2. Press the (PLAY/STILL) function, it cannot be exported to a PC using the camcorder s DV (IEEE 1394) connection. 80 - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 85
ZOOM function works only in PLAY mode. ✤ The PB ZOOM function allows the user to zoom in or out on recorded image and still pictures. ✤ The Zooming Range for PLAY mode: 1.2 ~ 8.0x 1. Turn on your camcorder by setting the Power Switch to PLAY mode. 2. During playback, zoom in or zoom out using the - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 86
Card, Memory Stick and Memory Stick Pro are compatible with the SCD6040. ✤ The Memory Card stores and manages still images recorded by the camera. ✤ Before inserting or ejecting the Memory Card, turn the camcorder OFF. Terminals Protection Tab Memory Card Functions ✤ Recording / Viewing Still - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 87
Camera power off while recording, loading, erasing still picture or formatting the Memory Card. ✤ Please turn the power . ✤ After pulling the card out from the camcorder, keep the Memory Cards in a soft case repair. Save important images separately. ✤ Samsung is not responsible for data loss due - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 88
function restores the Memory Card to its initial state. ✤ The Memory Stick supplied with this Camcorder has been formatted already. BACK: SET:OK 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including (SET) is displayed. 3. Press the - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 89
The Camera : Preparation ENGLISH Number of Recordable Images / Length of Motion Clip ✤ The still images that you recorded are saved in JPEG file format. ✤ Each file has a - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 90
the memory card in a folder labeled 100SSDVC, with four-digit file numbers, starting from DCAM0001. ✤ You can reset the numbering back to DCAM0001 at any time by setting the FILE to RESET. 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 91
you begin. The number of stored images varies depending on the memory card capacity, picture size and quality. 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including (QUALITY) is displayed. 3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 92
you begin. The number of stored images varies depending on the memory card capacity, picture size and quality. 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including (SIZE) is displayed. 3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 93
(On-screen Display) menu. ✤ Menus and messages can be displayed in English, Spanish, French, German, and Italian. 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including (SET) is displayed. 3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 94
applied. 7. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen. Notes ✤ A brighter LCD Monitor setting consumes more battery power. ✤ You may adjust the brightness in (CAMERA) modes. ✤ For brightness adjustment in Camcorder mode, refer to page 33. ✤ The available menu items are displayed for the selected - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 95
Stamp Imprinting, refer to the next page. 1. Turn your Camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including screen. Note ✤ If you remove the batteries from the camera for an extended period of time, or the batteries become run out, you may need to - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 96
. It is not malfunctioning. ✤ If you remove the batteries from the camera for an extended period of time, or the batteries become run out, you may need to reset the clock. ✤ A separate clock setting for Camera mode is required. For further information on DATE & TIME setup for the Camcorder, refer to - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 97
40 for setting the Wireless Remote Control for Camcorder use. ✤ Using the Wireless Remote Control provided, you can take a delayed picture using the SELF TIMER button (refer to page 105). 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 98
: Functions Setting the Beep Sound ✤ You can turn on or off the beep sound for each press of a button for Camera use. 1. Turn your Camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including (SET) is displayed. 3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 99
The Camera : Functions Using the Menu MENU SETUP MYCAM SUB MENU 1 FILE LANGUAGE Time) Set the Wireless Remote acceptance Set the beep sound for key press Set the shutter sound Adjust the Quick Review duration Default starting image Set a custom starting image Page 86 89 84 90 137 91 92 93 94 94 - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 100
ENGLISH The Camera : Functions MENU SIZE QUALITY METERING EFFECT SHARPNESS SHOOTING SELF TIMER SUB MENU 1 SINGLE CONTINUOUS AEB OFF 2s SELF 10s SELF SUB MENU 2 Functions Change the picture size Supports MPEG mode only Set to TIFF non-compressing format Set to super fine picture quality Set - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 101
The Camera : Functions MENU SAVE SCENE FRAME RATE DPOF ROTATE SUB MENU 1 MYSET1 MYSET2 MYSET3 NIGHT PORTRAIT CHILDREN LANDSCAPE CLOSE-UP SUNSET DAWN BACKLIGHT FIREWORKS BEACH&SNOW - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 102
ENGLISH The Camera : Functions MENU RESIZE SLIDE PROTECT DELETE SUB MENU 1 2048 X 1536 1600 X 1200 1024 X 768 640 X 480 START 101 135 104 Mode Note ✤ Pressing the DISPLAY button while the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor helps to read the menu screen by changing the background into black. 98 - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 103
) modes. Press the EASYQ button again to return to the previous mode. Note ✤ The Auto Power Off feature is designed to save the battery power. If there is no operation for more than 5 minutes, the camera will automatically turn off. To resume camera operation, press the START/STOP button once. 99 - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 104
at one time. Viewing a Single Still Image 1. Turn on your camera by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2 Set the Mode Dial to (PLAY) mode. MENU button will not function. ✤ When you connect the Multi-AV cable under the (PLAY) mode, the LCD monitor turns off automatically and the TV displays the - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 105
Taking Viewing a Slide Show 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to 2. Turn the Mode Dial to set to (PLAY) mode. A stored picture is displayed on the LCD monitor. 3. Press the MENU button. The top menu including (SLIDE) is displayed. (CAMERA) mode. 4. Press the LEFT or RIGHT - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 106
WL.REMOTE BEEP SOUND SHUTTER SOUND Q.VIEW 1 SEC Viewing a Still Image using the Quick Review ✤ Quick Review is used to view the lastly recorded still image. 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode and turn the Mode Dial to select (PROGRAM) mode. 2. Record a still image - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 107
Deleting One Image in Single Image View 1. Load a memory card that has previously stored pictures (refer to page 83). 2. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 3. Turn the Mode Dial to set the (PLAY) mode. A stored picture is displayed on the LCD monitor. 4. Press the - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 108
Deleting Recorded Pictures Using DELETE Menu 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Turn the Mode Dial to set ERROR will be displayed. It may be caused by copying images from different digital devices. ✤ Formatting the memory card will delete all the stored images. - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 109
Using the remote control, delaying the shutter release (in order to take self-photography and various other camera uses) is available. SET 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Turn the Mode Dial to set (PROGRAM), A, S, M, SCENE or (MOVIE) mode. 3. Press the MENU - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 110
- Setting the Resolution and Frame Rate 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to 2. Set the Mode Dial to (MOVIE). The indicator appears on the LCD monitor. 3. Press the MENU button. (CAMERA) mode. ✤ MPEG Resolution The supported MPEG resolution is 320x240. ✤ Setting up the MPEG - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 111
record movies using the (MOVIE) mode. ✤ Before recording a motion clip, insert a Memory Card (refer to page 83). 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Turn the Mode Dial to (Movie). 320 Movie mode indicator is displayed and it is ready for recording. Recordable - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 112
. ✤ To playback recorded motion clips on a PC, install the Quick Time Player from the provided DVC Media 5.1 Software CD. To Delete a Recorded Motion Clip 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Turn the Mode Dial to set the (PLAY) mode. A stored picture or movie is - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 113
is pressed halfway down. ✤ To get good image quality, please verify the focus is set properly before fully depressing the PHOTO button. ✤ While the camera is focusing (when pressing the PHOTO button halfway down), a flashing icon ( ) will appear on the LCD monitor. Once the focus is set properly - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 114
allows the user to take brighter background as well as brighter subject at night. Flash Cancel Forces the flash not to fire. Public places such as museums may prohibit flashlight use. Notes ✤ The flash does not function in CONTINUOUS SHOT, AEB or in the Camcorder modes. ✤ The battery power will be - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 115
: Advanced Techniques Available Flash Modes by Camera Mode ENGLISH PROGRAM A Aperture Priority S S. Speed Priority M EASYQ Manual Preset SCENE Mode O X X X X XXXXXXXXXO O X X X O XOOX X X X X X X O O O O X XXXXXXXOXX O X X X X OXXXXXXXXX O O O O O OX XOOOOXOX - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 116
taking conditions to obtain the best results. Turning on your camera by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode automatically sets the focus mode to Auto Focus. Manual Focus Mode ✤ Allows the user to adjust the focus manually. ✤ When Manual Focus mode is set, [MF] is displayed on the LCD - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 117
Focus Mode ✤ Allows the user to focus rapidly, whereas the single auto focus gives a less rapid response but saves battery power. ✤ When Continuous Auto Focus mode is selected, [CAF] is displayed on the LCD monitor. 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Turn the - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 118
user to take a close-up picture of a detailed subject. ✤ Your camera can focus on subjects as close as 4cm (about 1.57 inches). ✤ The Macro mode works only in (CAMERA) modes. 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA Modes and Focusing Distances Supported Modes Distance Normal - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 119
. Exposure compensation can be achieved by adjusting the Exposure, Shutter Speed, or ISO settings. Turn on your camera by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. Exposure Compensation Shutter Speed Adjustment Aperture Adjustment ISO Sensitivity Setting (PROGRAM), A, S, and M modes S and M modes - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 120
The METERING menu allows you to select between SPOT AE and MULTI AE for automatic exposure metering control. 1. Turn on your camera by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Turn the Mode Dial to set to (PROGRAM), A, S, or M mode. 3. Press the MENU button. The top menu including (METERING - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 121
to assist the user in taking pictures under various lighting conditions. ✤ The SCENE modes direct the camera to automatically adjust FIREWORKS PORTRAIT LANDSCAPE SUNSET BACKLIGHT BEACH&SNOW 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Turn the Mode Dial to set to - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 122
. ✤ If the image in the LCD monitor is too dark, choose a positive value for exposure compensation. ✤ The Manual Exposure compensation function works in (PROGRAM), A, S or M Camera modes. 1. Press the Navigation Wheel once. 2. Press the DOWN or UP button to select indicator. The Exposure Control - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 123
Wheel again. The selected aperture setting is displayed on the LCD monitor and exits the setup screen. Notes ✤ A (Aperture) and M (Manual) modes allow the user to make aperture adjustments. ✤ Maximum and minimum values of the aperture range depend on the lens. ✤ The possible setting range for the - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 124
ENGLISH The Camera : Advanced Techniques Setting the Shutter Speed ✤ By controlling the shutter speed and aperture, you may adjust the overall brightness of the picture. ✤ Slower shutter speeds - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 125
Preset White Balance ✤ Digital Cameras capture an image using A, S, and M modes. 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Press the Navigation Wheel once. mode helps to have natural colors under most cases. ✤ White Balance setting is memorized in current (CAMERA) mode - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 126
taking. Notes ✤ Using a Bright Gray color area instead of White help brighten the white balance. ✤ Using colored areas instead of White will emphasize the complementary color. ✤ White Balance setting is memorized in current (CAMERA) mode. ✤ Using EASYQ mode cancels the White Balance setting. To - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 127
how rapidly the camera reacts to a light source. The higher the sensitivity, the brighter the picture is under the same exposure condition. ✤ Allowing the flash to fire will help brighten the the picture. ✤ AUTO ISO mode will allow the user to take quality pictures in most lighting conditions. 123 - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 128
Advanced Techniques Using Digital Special Effects ✤ The DSE (Digital Special Effects) function works only in Camera modes. ✤ Digital Special Effects allow the user to create professional looking effects on their pictures. 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Press - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 129
0EV (standard), +5EV (positive) 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu and Continuous Shots. ✤ The Digital Zoom is not available for Auto Exposure Bracketing and Continuous Shots. ✤ If there is not enough free space to save the 3 - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 130
user to take consecutive pictures of a moving object. ✤ Continuous recording will occur while the PHOTO button is being pressed. Records pictures continuously up to the storage capacity. 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA ✤ The Digital Zoom is not available for Auto Exposure Bracketing and - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 131
: Advanced Techniques QSeutitcinkgSthaert Sharpness ✤ This option allows the user to obtain sharper images by processing the picture after it is shot. 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including (SHARPNESS) is displayed - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 132
The Camera : Advanced Techniques PUrseincgautthioenDsigointaCl Zamoocmorder Care ✤ A 3x optical zoom and 12x digital zoom are available. The Zoom indicator shows the current zooming status. A divider indicates the border between optical and digital zooming. The digital zoom digitally processes - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 133
works only for still images recorded onto the memory card. ✤ You can rotate a stored picture while viewing it. 1. Turn on your camera by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Set the Mode Dial to (PLAY) mode. A stored picture is displayed on the LCD monitor. 3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 134
technology. 1. Turn on your camera by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Set the Mode IMAGE size saves a new picture to the camcorder's internal memory, not to the memory card. ✤ resized. ✤ Only downsizing is supported. Enlarging a picture is not supported. ✤ Resizing does not delete - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 135
for easier use. MySET allows the user to recall memorized settings to ready the camera in seconds. Memorizing Your Current Settings ✤ You can save up to 3 different settings using MYSET1, MYSET2 and MYSET3. 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Set the Mode Dial - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 136
Loading Your Customized Settings ✤ After saving your MySET configurations as instructed in the previous page, follow these steps to recall your MySET configuration at a later time: 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Set the Mode Dial to MySET. 3. Press the - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 137
-up image. 1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Set the Mode Dial to any one of the camera modes, then press the MENU the menu screen. ENGLISH Notes ✤ START IMAGE 1 and START IMAGE 2 are Samsung logo images and cannot be changed. ✤ START IMAGE 3 should be saved - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 138
user to have a more detailed view of the picture using the LCD monitor. ✤ Enlarge a portion of the picture to see more detail and move the zoom tool around the picture. Zooming the Picture 1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA window following the instructions above. 3. - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 139
on your pictures in (PLAY) mode. ✤ You may set a picture to LOCK to protect it, or UNLOCK to cancel the protection. 1 Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode. 2. Set the Mode Dial to (PLAY) mode. A stored picture is displayed on the LCD Monitor. 3. Press the MENU button. The - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 140
ENGLISH The Camera : Advanced Techniques ✤ To Select Pictures to be Protected ✓ Select SELECT . 1. Press the DOWN or UP button to select SELECT , then press the OK button. The - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 141
operations using the camera buttons. ✤ With the PictBridge Support, you can control the printer directly through your camera in order to the settings screen. 7. Connect your camera to the printer using the provided USB cable. 8. Turn your printer power on. The PictBridge connection screen appears. - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 142
multiple pictures screen. It will return to the PictBridge settings screen. Notes ✤ The actual setup menu screen may differ from above instructions depending on the PictBridge printer s manufacturer. Refer to the printer s documentation for further details. ✤ Unsupported menu items are displayed on - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 143
Miscellaneous Information Customizing Print Options ✤ To customize your print options such as PAPER SIZE, LAYOUT, PAPER TYPE, PRINT QUALITY, DATE PRINT, and FILE NAME imprint options, select the PRINTER SETUP menu. 1. In the PictBridge settings menu, press the DOWN button to select PRINTER SETUP . - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 144
ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information Printing Images ✤ After selecting images and the PRINTER SETUP settings, print your pictures by choosing the PRINT menu. 1. In the PictBridge settings menu, press the DOWN button to select PRINT . The available options are listed: STANDARD and INDEX. 2. Press the - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 145
user are reset to the default settings. ENGLISH Notes ✤ If no image is marked for DPOF, DPOF PRINT in PictBridge settings menu cannot be selected. ✤ PictBridge supporting printers are commercially available. ✤ Use the USB cable provided with the Camera. ✤ Use the AC power adapter for your camera - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 146
your images with DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) marking to utilize automatic printing. ✤ DPOF menu only works in (CAMERA) s PLAY mode. ✤ You can mark your images with DPOF in 3 ways: STANDARD, INDEX and PRINT SIZE. Before you begin! ✤ Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to ✤ Set the - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 147
Miscellaneous Information Index DPOF Setup 1. Press the MENU button, then select (DPOF) by using the LEFT and RIGHT button. Submenu including INDEX is displayed. 2. Press the DOWN or UP button to select INDEX , then press the RIGHT button. The available options of NO and YES are displayed. 3. Select - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 148
). ✤ You can print out DPOF marked images by inserting your memory card directly to a DPOF supporting printer that has memory card interface. Or, you can connect your camera using USB cable to a printer that supports DPOF printing. Refer to printer s documentation for further details. Notes ✤ DPOF - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 149
using the DV cable. Connecting Directly to a TV Set To Connect to a TV set 1. Connect the Multi-AV cable to your camcorder s multi-AV jack. 2. Connect the Multi-AV cable to the external input terminal of your TV set by matching the colors of the terminals. To Play Back Recorded Video 1. Turn your - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 150
and VCR using the coaxial cable. Refer to the Video or TV s instruction book for further connection details. 4. Set the input source of the VCR to the external input source connected to your camcorder. VCR Video input (Y) Audio input(L) Audio input(R) S-VIDEO input CAMCORDER TV ANTENNA MULTI-AV - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 151
's VIEWER menu, you can turn the TV DISPLAY on or off. ✤ Turning the TV DISPLAY off does not affect the video transfer to the TV. 1. Turn on your camcorder by setting the Power Switch to PLAY. 2. Press the MENU button. The top menu including VIEWER is displayed. 3. Press the UP or DOWN button - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 152
s instructions for further details. Set the input source of the VCR or DVD Recorder to the external input source connected to your camcorder 2. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to PLAY mode. Your camcorder is ready to transfer your recording through the Multi-AV cable. VCR Video - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 153
This function works only in the Camera (PLAY) mode. ✤ Using the IEEE1394 cable (DV cable), you can connect your camcorder to a PC which supports the IEEE 1394 connection. ✤ Windows Movie Maker and other Video Capturing Software can take input from your camcorder through this connection. Refer to the - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 154
the Power Switch to PLAY mode. 2. Connect the DV cable to your camcorder s DV terminal which is located on the bottom left side. If your PC has a 4-pin DV port (most laptops with DV support use 4-pin terminals), use a 4-pin to 4-pin DV cable. 3. Connect the other side of the DV cable to the DV port - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 155
to install the selected software. DVC Driver: USB Removable Disk Driver, USB PC Camera Driver Applications: DirectX 9.0a, Media Player 9.0, DVC Media 5.1, Photo Editor, MS Formatter, Acrobat Reader, Q.Time Player Note ✤ Do not connect the camcorder to a PC using both DV and USB cables. It may not - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 156
to a PC from your camcorder. ✤ For detailed instructions on software installation, refer to the PDF document DVC Media 5_1.pdf in the CD-ROM s HELP folder. ■ To Connect Your Camera to a PC using USB cable 1. After you install the USB device driver, turn on your camera by setting the power switch to - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 157
Card is inserted, PC will not recognize your camera as a removable disk. ✤ USB Streaming transfers video in MPEG4 format and it requires DVC Media 5.1, DirectX 9.0a, Windows Media Player 9.0. ✤ If you disconnect the USB cable from the PC or the camcorder during the data transfer, the data transfer - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 158
✤ For prolonged use of your device, read following instructions carefully. After Using Your Camcorder For the safekeeping of your device, follow these steps. ✓ Remove the cassette (refer to page 47). ✓ Turn your camcorder off. ✓ Remove the Battery (refer to page 28). ✓ Remove the Memory Card - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 159
the battery pack has been removed, and other power sources have been disconnected. To Clean the Video Heads ✓ Dirty heads might cause problems with instructions for detailed information. If the problem continues after the cleaning, consult your nearest Samsung dealer or Authorized Service Center - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 160
camcorder abroad, check the following items: Power Sources You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC Power Adapter where the power input NTSC-compatible and have the appropriate Audio / Video ports. Otherwise, you may need to use a separate Video Format Transcoder (NTSC - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 161
to other power source Prepare a new cassette Change to a new cassette Insert a tape Change to a new cassette or release the tape record protection 1. Eject the cassette tape. 2. Set to off 3. Detach the battery. 4. Restart the camcorder If problem continues, contact your local service representative - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 162
Format the memory card using the camera menu ✤ If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung dealer or authorized service center/personnel. Symptom No power is supplied LCD monitor is blank DATE/TIME is wrong Cannot Record a video Focus does not adjust automatically - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 163
might produce a dark LCD display. This is not a malfunctioning. Rear of the LCD monitor is hot Prolonged use of LCD monitor Play, rewind and fast forwarding do not work Memory card cannot be played back (Camera mode) Power Switch is set to REC Power Switch is set to PLAY Mode Close the LCD - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 164
(Net) Power Consumption Power Source Power Source Type Built-in Microphone LCD Monitor Size Pixel Bright / Color Adjust Rotation Angle Mirror Viewfinder Display Device Size Pixel Diopter Adjust SCD6040 NTSC 2 Rotary heads, Helical Scanning System Rotary heads, PCM system Digital Video tape - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 165
Speed (Auto) Manual Shutter Speed Auto White Balance Metering Connectors Video output S-VIDEO output Audio output DV input / output USB output External MIC Others Operating Temperature Storage Temperature ENGLISH CAMCORDER 10x 900x 2.7 ~ 27mm 1.4 / 1.8 Variable 4 step 30 Nite Pix / Power Nite Pix - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 166
Index -A- Audio dubbing 77 AUDIO MODE 60 - B BLC ...62 - C Cassette ...47 Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder 154 CLOCK SET 38, 91 CONT. SHOT 126 - D DATE/TIME 39, 91 DELETE ...103 DEMONSTRATION 42 DIGITAL ZOOM 55, 128 DIS ...56 DSE ...57, 124 - E EASY Mode 44 - F Fade In and Out - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 167
R - REC MODE 31 Remote Control 25 - S Search ...74 SHUTTER SPEED & EXPOSURE 66 Slide Show 101 SLOW SHUTTER 63 Speaker ...35 SPOT-AE 116 - T Troubleshooting 157 TV DISPLAY 43 - U USB ...151 - V VIEWFINDER 34 Viewing Still images 100 - W WHT. BALANCE 54, 121 WIND CUT 61 WL.REMOTE 40. 93 - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 168
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 service center is the customer s responsibility. The original dated sales Customer adjustments which are explained in the instruction manual are not covered under the terms of - Samsung SCD6040 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 169
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 AD68-00779B REV.01
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
SCD6040
US PATENT 4415844
ELECTRONICS