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  • Samsung SC D353 | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 1
    Digital Video Camcorder SC-D351/D352/D353/D354/D355 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
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    , 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
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    : on or near a radiator or heat register. This CAMCORDER should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to. 10. POWER SOURCES: The CAMCORDER should be operated only from the type of
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    work by a qualified technician to restore the CAMCORDER to its normal operation. e. If the CAMCORDER has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. f. When the CAMCORDER exhibits a distinct change in performance, this indicates a need for service. 20. REPLACEMENT PARTS: When replacement parts
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    Samsung ENGLISH NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation Interference Problems."
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    Cover ...18 Lithium Battery Installation ...19 Battery Installation for the Internal Clock ...19 Battery Installation for the Remote Control (SC-D354/D355 only)...19 Connecting a Power Source ...20 To use the AC Power Adapter and DC Cable ...20 To select the Camcorder Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only
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    with the LCD Screen ... Memory (SC-D354/D355 only) ...42 Self Record using the Remote Control (SC- Manual Focus ...58 Auto Focusing...58 Manual Focusing ...58 Setting the White Balance...59 Using Quick Menu: White Balance ...60 Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) ...61 Using Quick Menu: Digital
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    (SC-D352/D353/D354/D355 only)...81 Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only 87 Memory Stick (Optional Accessory)...87 Memory Stick Functions...87 Inserting and Ejecting the Memory Card ...88 Structure of Folders and Files on the Memory Card ...89 Image Format ...89 Selecting the Camcorder
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    in Memory) (SC-D354/D355 only 107 Marking Images for Printing ...108 Using Quick Menu: Print Mark ...109 PictBridgeTM (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) ...110 Maintenance ...112 After Finishing a Recording ...112 Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder ...113 Using Your Camcorder Abroad...114 Troubleshooting
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    ENGLISH 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 1. LCD screen closed. 2. Standard recording using
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    trademarks mentioned in this manual or other documentation provided with your Samsung product are trademarks or warm room with the cassette compartment opened and the Battery pack removed. Notes regarding Camcorder 1. Do not leave the Camcorder exposed to high temperatures (above 60°C or
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    Notes and Safety Instructions Notes regarding the Battery Pack ■ It is recommended to use original battery pack that is available at SAMSUNG service center. ■ Make sure that the Battery pack is fully charged before starting to record. ■ To preserve battery power, keep your Camcorder turned off when
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    a window exposed to sunlight. 2. Do not pick up the Camcorder by holding the Viewfinder. 3. Applying excessive force to the Viewfinder may damage it. Notes regarding 'Record' or 'Playback' Using the LCD Screen 1. The LCD screen has been manufactured using high precision technology. However, there
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    and Safety Instructions Precaution 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 installation
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    Memory Card Slot (SC-D355 only) Multi Memory card slot is able to use Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, MMC and SD. ■ Built-in Memory (SC-D354/D355 only) You can use digital still camera functions without a separate external Memory card, using the built-in memory installed in your Camcorder. (SC
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    10. Lens Cover AD39-00073A 11. Lens Cover Strap Optional Accessories 12. S-Video Cable 13. Memory Stick (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) AD97-07354B 12. S-Video Cable AD72-00049A 13. Memory Stick 3. AC Cord AD39-00076A 6. Lithium Battery (CR2025) AD43-10130H 9.Software CD AC39-42001Z 1109-001221 12
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    D355 only) 6. EASY.Q button (see page 40) 7. Function buttons PLAYER : REW : FF : PLAY/STILL : STOP 8. TFT LCD screen 9. IR(Infrared) light (SC-D352/D354/D355 only) CAMERA EASY.Q M.Player (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) - REC SEARCH - REV REC SEARCH + FWD FADE S.SHOW(SLIDE SHOW) BLC MULTI DISP
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    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Left Side View 1. DISPLAY 2. MACRO/PB ZOOM 3. Speaker 4. Mode switch (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 1. DISPLAY (see page 25) 2. MACRO/PB ZOOM (see page 44/see page 75) 3. Speaker 4. Mode switch (MEMORY CARD/TAPE) (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 5. Focus adjustment knob 5.
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    Camcorder Right & Top View 1. NITE PIX switch (SC-D352/D354/D355 only) 2. Menu selector (VOL/MF) 3. MENU button 4. Start/Stop button 5. Power switch 6. DC jack 1. NITE PIX switch (SC TAPE EJECT DV DV 8. Zoom lever IEEE1394 USB 9. PHOTO button USB AV 10. Jacks MIC USB (SC-D352/D353 D354/
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    5. Tripod receptacle 1. Lithium battery cover 2. Charging indicator 3. Memory card slot (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 4. Battery release 5. Tripod receptacle Memory Card Slot (Usable Memory Card) SC-D353/D354 only SC-D355 only Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO SD/MMC 16
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    Getting to Know Your Camcorder Remote Control (SC-D354/D355 only) 1. PHOTO 2. START/STOP 3. SELF TIMER 4. ZERO MEMORY 5. PHOTO SEARCH 11. F. ADV 1. PHOTO (see page 68) 2. START/STOP 3. SELF TIMER (see page 43) 4. ZERO MEMORY (see page 42) 5. PHOTO SEARCH 6. A.DUB (see page 77) 7. (FF) 8. (REW) 9. (
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    having to change the position of your hand. Hand Strap 1 1. Insert the Hand strap into the Hand strap hook on the front side of the Camcorder and pull its end through the hook. 2. Insert your hand into the hand strap and adjust its length for your convenience. 3. Close the Hand strap
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    up. 4. Close the Lithium battery cover. Battery Installation for the Remote Control (SC-D354/D355 only) ✤ You need to insert or replace the Lithium battery when: - You purchase the Camcorder. - The remote control doesn't work. ✤ Position the Lithium battery in the Lithium battery holder, with the
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    PLAYER mode. Power Switch To Select the Camcorder Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) ✤ If you want to use this unit as a Camcorder, set the Mode switch to TAPE. ✤ If you want to use this unit as a DSC (Digital Still Camera), Set the Mode switch to MEMORY CARD. 20 set the
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    you are using. - How often the zoom is used. - Type of use (Camcorder/Camera/With LCD screen etc.). - Ambient temperature. It is recommended to have additional battery packs available. ■ Even when the Power switched Off, the Battery pack will still discharge if it is left attached to the device
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    the Battery pack. ■ Do not allow the + and - terminals of the Battery pack to be short-circuited. It may cause leakage, heat generation, induce overheating or fire. ■ Use SB-LSM80 or SB-LSM160 Battery pack only. ■ It is recommended to use original battery pack that is available at SAMSUNG service
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    80% used d. 80~95% used e. Completely used (Blinking) (The Camcorder will turn off soon, change the battery as soon as possible) ENGLISH [ Notes ] (Blinking) ■ Please refer continuous recording times in the operating instructions are measured using a fully charged Battery pack at 77 °F (25 °C).
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    Display in Camera/Player Modes) 1. Battery level (see page 23) 2. Digital effects mode (see page 65) 3. EASY.Q (see page 40) 4. DIS (see page 61) 5. Program AE (see page 63) 6. White balance mode (see page 59) 7. Shutter speed (see page 57) 8. Exposure (see page 57) 9. Manual focus (see page 58) 10
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    Preparation ENGLISH OSD (On Screen Display in M.Cam/M.Player Modes) (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 1. Photo quality 2. CARD (Memory Card) indicator 3. Image counter Total number of recordable still images. 4. Image recording and loading indicator 5. Erase protection indicator (see page 97) 6. Print
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    Language function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes. ✤ Select the appropriate OSD Language among English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Portuguese, Polish and Dutch. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER. 1 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY CARD. (SC-D353/D354/355 only
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    works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes. ✤ The Date/Time is automatically recorded onto a tape. Before recording, please set the Date/Time. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER. 4 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY CARD. (SC-D353 ■ After the Lithium battery loses its charge (after
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    Remote) (SC-D354/D355 only) ✤ The Remote function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes. ✤ The Remote option allows you to enable or disable the remote control for use with the Camcorder. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER. 1 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY CARD. 3. Press
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    ✤ The Beep Sound function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes. ✤ You can turn the Beep Sound on or off, when on, each press of a button sounds a beep. ENGLISH 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER. 1 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY CARD. (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 3. Press
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    function works in both Player and M.Cam modes. ✤ You can turn the Shutter Sound on or off, when on, with each press of the PHOTO button the Shutter will Sound. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER. 1 2. If the Power switch is set to CAMERA mode, set the MODE switch to MEMORY CARD
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    does not work. (SC-D352/D354/D355 only) Camera Mode √System Clock Set Beep Sound Language Demonstration √On √English √On Move Select MENU Exit Camera Mode Back Clock Set Beep Sound Language Demonstration Off On Move Select MENU Exit Samsung Camcorder is... [Digital Camcorder] Demonstration
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    on the conditions under which you are using the Camcorder (indoors or outdoors for example), you can adjust; - LCD Bright - LCD Color 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER. 1 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY CARD. (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 3. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu
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    works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes. ✤ The date and time are automatically recorded on a special data area of the tape. ENGLISH 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER. 1 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY CARD. (SC-D353 in the Camcorder. - When the Lithium battery becomes weak
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    TV. - Use the DISPLAY button located at the left side of the Camcorder to turn the OSD on/off on the LCD screen /Viewfinder/TV. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER. 1 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY CARD. (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 3. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will
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    ✤ In the CAMERA mode, the Viewfinder will work when the LCD screen is closed or rotated counterclockwise 180°. Adjusting the Focus The focus adjustment knob of the Viewfinder enables individuals with vision problems to see clearer images. 1. Close the LCD screen and pull out the Viewfinder. 2. Use
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    closing the cassette compartment, do not apply excessive force. As it may cause a malfunction. ✤ Do not use any tape other than Mini DV cassettes. 1 1. Connect a power source and slide the TAPE EJECT switch. ■ The cassette door opens automatically. 2. Insert a tape into the cassette compartment
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    . 5. 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
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    the LCD screen. 3. Upward recording. Making a recording viewing the LCD screen from below. 4. Self recording. Making a recording viewing the LCD screen to use the LCD screen, the Viewfinder can be used as a convenient alternative. 1 2 3 4 5 [ Note ] Please rotate the LCD screen carefully as
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    a power source to the Camcorder. (see page 20) (A Battery pack or a AC Power adapter) 1 2 Insert a cassette. (see page 36) 2. Remove the Lens cover. 3. Set the Power switch to CAMERA. ■ Open the LCD screen. √ √ ■ Set the Mode switch to TAPE. 4 3 (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) Make sure
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    to CAMERA. 1 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 3. By pressing the EASY.Q button, all functions on the Camcorder will be set to off and the recording settings will be set to the following basic modes: ■ Battery level, recording mode, counter, date/time, and DIS ( ) will
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    Camcorder is left in the STBY mode for more than 5 minutes without being used, it will switch off automatically. To use it again, press 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 mode, your Camcorder will play
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    Setting the Zero Memory (SC-D354/D355 only) ✤ The ZERO MEMORY function works in both Camera 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. ■ The ZERO MEMORY
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    Self Record using the Remote Control (SC-D354/D355 only) ✤ The SELF TIMER function works only in Camera mode. ✤ When ] ■ Do not obstruct the remote control sensor by putting obstacles between the remote control and Camcorder. ■ The remote control range is 4 ~5m (13 ~17 ft). ■ The effective remote
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    Zoom feature can lead to unprofessional looking results and a reduction of battery usage time. 1. Move the Zoom lever slightly for a gradual zoom TELE WIDE W T Using the Tele Macro ✤ Tele Macro Function works in both Camera and M.Cam mode. ✤ Effective focal distance in tele macro mode is 50 Cm
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    function works only in Camera mode. ✤ You can give your recording a professional look by using special effects 3 such as fade in at the beginning of a sequence or fade out at the end of a sequence. To Start Recording 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA. 4 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (SC-D353
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    Back Light Compensation Mode (BLC) ✤ BLC works in both Camera and M.Cam modes. ✤ Back lighting exists when the subject background. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA. 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY CARD. (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 3. Press the BLC button. ■ BLC icon ( ) will be displayed.
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    works only in Camera mode. ✤ Shutter speed can be controlled, allowing you to record slow moving objects. ✤ COLOR NITE SHUTTER function may produce a brighter image. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA. 1 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (SC-D353 is in use. ■ Digital Zoom, Photo image recording,16
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    the Color Nite Shutter with LED Light (SC-D352/D354/D355 only) ✤ COLOR NITE SHUTTER function works only in Camera mode. ✤ The LED turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result. ■ Do not place the Camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the LED light, since it remains extremely
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    works in both Camera and M.Cam modes. ✤ The Nite Pix function enables you to record a subject in darkness. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA. 1 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY CARD. (SC-D354/D355 only) 3. Slide the NITE PIX switch to ON. ■ Nite Pix indicator ( ) appears on the LCD
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    Power Nite Pix (SC-D352/D354/D355 only) ✤ The Power Nite Pix function works only in Camera mode. ✤ The Power Nite Pix function can record a subject more brightly in darkness than the Nite Pix function. ✤ When you work in Power Nite Pix mode, the Power Nite Pix icon remains on the LCD screen. ✤ Power
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    AV In/Out @ Memory ! Memory Type # Photo Quality M.Play Select Delete Delete All Protect Print Mark Copy To # Format File No. (!): SC-D353/D354/D355 only (@): SC-D355 only (#): SC-D354/D355 only Functions Selecting the Program AE Function Setting White Balance Setting the Digital special
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    Beep Sound Shutter Sound ! USB Version $ USB Connect $ Language Demonstration (!): SC-D353/D354/D355 only (#): SC-D354/D355 only ($): SC-D352/D353/D354/D355 only Setting the Brightness tone of the LCD screen Setting the Color tones of the LCD screen Setting the Date and Time Selecting OSD on/off of
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    mode. ✕ : You can not change the requested mode. : The requested mode will work. ✩ : The requested mode will work. (operating mode data will be backed up.) !: This Function works on models SC-D352/D354/D355 only. ENGLISH Digital Effects Emboss2, Pastel2 Mirror, Mosaic ✕ ✩ ✕ ✕ the other Nite Pix
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    Record Mode ✤ The Record Mode function works in both Camera and Player (DV IN) modes. ✤ This Camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER. 4 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 3. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. 4.
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    Audio Mode ✤ The Audio Mode function works in both Camera and Player modes. ✤ This Camcorder records sound in two ways. (12Bit, Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER. 4 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 3. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. 4. Move the
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    ✤ The Wind Cut function works in both Camera and Player to CAMERA or PLAYER. 4 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 3. Press the MENU button. 4. Move the Menu MENU button. ■ Wind Cut ( ) icon will be displayed on the LCD screen when you turn the Wind Cut On. 7 [ Note ] Make
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    only in Camera mode. ✤ The Exposure function works in both Camera and M.Cam modes. ✤ Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by simply using the Menu selector. 3 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA. 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 3. Press the Menu selector
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    results by adjusting the focus manually. a. A picture containing several objects, some close to the Camcorder, others further away. b. to TAPE or MEMORY CARD. (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 3. Press the Menu selector. 4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Manual Focus, then press
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    the White Balance ✤ The White Balance function works in both Camera and M.Cam modes. ✤ The White Balance is a recording √Auto White Balance √Auto Digital Effect √Off DIS √Off Digital Zoom √Off Move Select MENU Exit 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY CARD. (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 6
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    Menu: White Balance ✤ Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by using the Menu selector. ✤ Quick menu ON, the White Balance function does not work. (SC-D352/D354/D355 only) ■ The White Balance function will not operate in EASY.Q mode. ■ Turn the Digital Zoom off (if necessary) to set a
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    1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA. 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 3. Press the MENU button. 4 Camera Mode √Camera Program AE √Auto White Balance √Auto Digital Effect √Off DIS √Off Digital Zoom √Off ■ The menu list will appear. 4. Move the Menu selector to the
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    Recording Using Quick Menu: Digital Image Stabilizer(DIS) ✤ Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by simply using Program AE White Balance Shutter Exposure Manual Focus MENU Exit 0:00:10 60min STBY SP DIS Program AE White Balance Shutter Exposure Manual Focus MENU Exit ... On †
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    ENGLISH Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (Program AE) ✤ The Program AE function works only in Camera mode. ✤ The Program AE mode allows you to the NITE PIX to ON, the Program AE function does not work. (SC-D352/D354/D355 only) ■ The Program AE function will not operate in EASY.Q mode. 63
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    (SC-D353/D354 Digital Effect DIS Digital Zoom √Auto √Auto √Off LCD screen. ■ When the Auto mode is selected, no icon will be displayed on the screen. Using Quick Menu: Program AE 1. Press the Menu selector. 1 STBY SP 0:00:10 DIS Off Program AE White Balance Shutter Exposure Manual
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    Advanced Recording ENGLISH Applying Digital Effects ✤ The Digital Effect function works only in Camera mode. ✤ The Digital Effects enable you to give a creative look to your recording. ✤ Select the appropriate Digital Effect for the type of picture that you wish to record and the effect you wish
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    the Mode switch to TAPE. (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 3. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. 4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Camera, then press the Menu selector. 5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Digital Effect, then press the Menu
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    with Digital Zoom ✤ Zoom works only in Camera mode. ENGLISH Selecting the Digital Zoom ✤ Zooming more than 20x is achieved digitally, the DIS feature with Digital Zoom for picture stability. (see page 61) 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA. 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (SC-D353/D354/D355 only)
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    Camcorder returns to its previous mode. Searching for a Photo Image ✤ The Photo Search works only in Player mode. 1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER. 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (SC-D353 Wide is in use. ■ DIS, Digital Zoom, COLOR NITE SHUTTER, Digital Effect and Nite Pix are not available, when take
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    Playback Playing Back a Tape You have recorded on the LCD Screen ✤ The playback function works only in Player mode. ✤ You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen. 1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER. 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 3. Insert the tape you wish to
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    . ✤ When you use the LCD screen for playback, you can hear recorded sound from the built-in Speaker. - Take the following steps to lower the volume or mute the sound while playing a tape on the Camcorder. 1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER. 3 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (SC-D353/D354/D355 only
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    to TAPE. (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 4. Turn on the TV and set the TV/VIDEO selector on the TV to Video. Refer to the TV user's manual. 5. Play the tape. S-Video input TV ENGLISH Video input-Yellow Audio input (left)-White Audio input (right)-Red Audio/Video S-Video Camcorder [ Notes ] ■ You
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    Audio input (left)-White Audio input (right)-Red Camcorder TV Antenna Audio/Video S-Video Playback ✤ You can play the recorded tape in Player mode. 1. Connect a power source and set the Power switch to PLAYER. 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 3. Insert the tape you wish
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    Playback ENGLISH Various Functions while in Player Mode ✤ This function works only in Player mode. ✤ The PLAY, STILL, STOP, FF, REW buttons are located on the Camcorder and the remote control. (SC-D354/D355 only) ✤ The F.ADV(Frame advance), X2, SLOW buttons are located on the remote control only.
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    SC-D354/D355 only) ■ Press the F.ADV button on the remote control while in still mode. - Video sequence advances frame by frame each time you press the F.ADV button. - The F.ADV function works on the remote control. X2 Playback (Forward/Reverse) (SC-D354/D355 only) ■ Forward X2 playback - Press the
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    works in Player mode. ✤ The Playback Zoom function enables you to magnify the playback or still image. 1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER. 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (SC-D353 the Camcorder's DV jack. ■ The PB ZOOM images cannot be exported to a PC. ■ OSD will not be displayed on the LCD screen
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    In/Out (SC-D355 only) ✤ AV In/Out function works only in Player mode. ✤ AV in/out setting enables you to record signal from external sources and display it on LCD screen. Also, you can direct your video or image to external devices to record or play back. 1. Connect the Camcorder to your VCR
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    SC-D354/D355 only) ✤ The Audio Dubbing function works microphone, connect the microphone to 1 DV the external MIC input jack on the Camcorder. USB AV MIC 2. Set the ■ Audio Dubbing icon ( ) will be displayed on the LCD screen. ■ The Camcorder is ready for dubbing. 6. Press the (PLAY/STILL)
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    ENGLISH Playback Dubbed Audio Playback 1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER. 4 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 3. Insert the dubbed tape and press the MENU button. 4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Tape, then
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    data to a PC, you must install an IEEE 1394 add-on card into the PC. (not supplied) ■ The frame rate for video capture is dependent on the capacity of the PC. [ Notes ] ■ When you transmit data from the Camcorder to another DV device, some functions may not work. If this occurs, please reconnect
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    ■ Main memory: more than 64 MB RAM ■ IEEE1394 add-on card or built in IEEE1394 card Recording with a DV Connection Cable 1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER. 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 3. Connect the DV cable (not supplied) from the DV jack of the Camcorder to the DV jack
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    file in memory card to a PC via a USB connection. (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) ✤ If you transfer data to a PC, you need to install the software (DV Driver, Video Codec , DirectX 9.0) supplied with the Camcorder. USB Connection speed depending on the System High speed USB connection is supported by
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    /D354/D355 only) Selecting the USB Device (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) ✤ USB Select function works only in M.Player mode. ✤ Using the USB cable, you can connect your Camcorder to a computer to copy your movies and images from the Memory card (or built-in memory;SC-D354/D355), or to a printer to print
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    (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) ✤ To ensure proper communication between the camcorder and a PC, please set the USB Version before connecting the camcorder to a PC. ✤ It is available only in M.Cam and M.Player modes. 1 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER. 2. Set the Mode switch to MEMORY CARD
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    TAPE. (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 3) Connect the camcorder to the PC using the USB cable. 4) The SAMSUNG A/V Capture driver installation begins on the PC. ■ DirectX 9.0 Click ■ Video Codec Click The Video Codec needs to be installed in order to playback the MPEG4 Movies (stored in the Memory Card) on
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    USB Interface (SC-D352/D353/D354/D355 only) ENGLISH Using the PC Camera Function ✤ To use the PC Camera function, the DV Driver, Video Codec and DirectX 9.0. programs must be installed in the PC. ✤ You can use this Camcorder as a PC CAMERA. ✤ When you connect to a Web site that provides video
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    ENGLISH USB Interface (SC-D352/D353/D354/D355 only) Using the USB Streaming Function ✤ To use USB streaming, the DV Driver, Video Codec and DirectX 9.0. programs must be installed in the PC. ✤ You can view Camcorder video on your PC using USB streaming. ✤ You can also store it as a moving picture
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    Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) Memory Stick (Optional Accessory) ✤ The Memory Stick stores and manages images recorded by the Camcorder. Memory STICK Functions ■ Recording still images and MPEG4 movies ■ Viewing still images and MPEG4 movies - Single - Slide show (Still images
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    Push the Memory card, then it comes out of the Camcorder automatically. 4. Pull out the Memory card. Do not attempt to pull the Memory card out without first pushing it in. SC-D353/D354 only Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO SC-D355 only Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO [ Notes ] ■ Memory Stick Duo type
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    Camera (DSC). ✤ You have to set the Mode switch to Memory card to use this Camcorder as Digital Still Camera. M.Cam mode (Memory record mode) 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA. 2. Set the Mode switch to MEMORY CARD. M.Player mode (Memory playback mode) 1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER. 2. Set the
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    Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) Selecting the Built-in Memory (SC-D354/D355 only) ✤ Built-in memory setting is available in the Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes. (SC-D354: 32MB/SC-D355: 64MB) ✤ Images can be stored and played back using the built-in memory. Hence, set the memory
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    Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) ENGLISH Selecting the Image Quality ✤ You can select the quality of a still images to be recorded. Select the Image Quality 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA. 2. Set the Mode switch to MEMORY CARD. 3. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list
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    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) Using Quick Menu: Photo Quality ✤ Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by using the Menu selector. ✤ . 3 White Balance Auto Photo Quality Exposure Manual Focus MENU Exit 46 1min A 46 1min White Balance Photo Quality Exposure
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    Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) ENGLISH Memory File Number ✤ File number setting works only in M.Cam mode. ✤ File numbers are given to images in the order they were recorded when they are stored on the Memory card. ✤ Memory file numbers may be set as follows: ■ Series: When
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    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) Taking Photos ✤ You may take still images while in M.Cam mode and store the images on the Memory card. This function is useful when you want to take a snapshot of a subject while you are using the Camcorder. ✤ You can take photos using the
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    Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) ENGLISH Viewing Still Images ✤ This function works only in M.Player mode. You can playback and view still images recorded on the Memory card. ✤ Be sure that the M.Play Select is set to Photo in the Menu. ✤ There are 3 ways to view recorded images.
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    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) To view the Multi Display 1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER. 2. Set the Mode switch to MEMORY CARD. ■ The last recorded image appears. 3. To view six stored images on single screen, press the (MULTI DISP.) button. ■ A selection mark ( )
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    Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) Protection from accidental Erasure ✤ The protection function works only in M.Player 5 2. Set the Mode switch to MEMORY CARD. ■ The last recorded image appears. ■ If there are no recorded images on the Memory card, No image! will display on the
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    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) Using Quick Menu: Protect ✤ Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by simply using the Menu selector. ✤ Quick menu provides easier access to the frequently used menus without using the MENU button. 1. Press the Menu
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    Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) Deleting Still Images and Moving Images ✤ The Delete function works only in M.Player mode. ✤ You can erase the still images and moving images recorded on the Memory card. ✤ If you want to delete protected images, you must first deactivate the image
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    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) Using Quick Menu: Delete ✤ Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by the Memory card, the message Memory card error! will be displayed. It may be caused by copying images from different digital devices. ■ Formatting the Memory card
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    Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) ENGLISH Formatting the Memory Card ✤ The Format function works only in M.Player mode. ✤ You can use the memory format functions to completely delete all images and options on the Memory card, including protected images. ✤ The format function
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    (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) MPEG Recording ✤ You can record moving picture images with audio on the Memory card. ✤ The screen format of the moving picture to be recorded is 720x480. Saving Moving Picture Files onto a Memory Card 2 1. Check whether Memory card is inserted into the Camcorder. If
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    moving pictures on a PC, the Video Codec (in the CD provided with the camcorder) should be installed. - You need Microsoft Windows Media Player Version 9 or higher version in order to play MPEG4 file on the Memory card on your PC. - You can download the Microsoft Windows Media Player applied each
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    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) Using Quick Menu: M.Play Select ✤ Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by simply using the Menu selector. ✤ Quick menu provides easier access to the frequently used menus without using the MENU button. 1. Press the Menu
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    Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) Recording an Image from a Cassette as a Still Image ✤ This function works only in Player mode. ✤ You can record still images from a cassette on a Memory card. ✤ If you want to move recorded multiple still images from a cassette to a Memory card,
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    Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) Copying Still Images from a Cassette to Memory Card ✤ The photo copy function works only in Player mode. ✤ You can copy still images recorded with photo function on a cassette onto a Memory card into a Memory card. 6. The Camcorder automatically
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    Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) ENGLISH Copy to (Copies Files from the Memory Card to the Built-in Memory) (SC-D354/D355 only) ✤ The Copy To function works only in M.Player mode. ✤ You can copy selected or all images stored in the Memory card to the built-in memory. 1 1. Set
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    Still Camera Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 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. - This File
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    Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) ENGLISH Using Quick Menu: Print Mark ✤ Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by simply of stored images. ■ DPOF supporting printers are commercially available. ■ Use the USB cable provided with the Camcorder. 2/46 800x600 M.Play Select
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    ENGLISH PictBridgeTM (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) Printing Your Pictures - Using the PictBridgeTM ✤ PictBridgeTM function works only in M.Player mode. ✤ By connecting the Camcorder to printers with PictBridge support (sold separately), you can send images from the Memory card directly to the printer
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    PictBridgeTM (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) Camcorder off during the printing might damage data on the Memory card. ■ Printing still images is supported. Motion clips are not available for printing. ■ You can set various printing options depending on the printer. ■ Please refer to the user's manual
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    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. The Battery pack should be release after recording is completed. 1 1. Slide the TAPE EJECT switch in the direction
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    ■ Clean the video heads with a dry type cassette cleaner. ■ Some cleaning cassette products stop automatically. Refer to the cleaning cassette's instructions for detailed information. If the problem continues after the cleaning, consult your nearest Samsung dealer or Authorized Service Center. 113
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    . 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 screen from anywhere in the world. 114
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    fault. moisture condensation has formed in the Camcorder. 1. Eject the tape. 2. Set to OFF. 3. Detach the battery. 4. Reattach the battery. * If unresolved contact your local samsung service center. see below. ENGLISH Moisture Condensation ✤ If the Camcorder is brought directly from a cold place
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    ENGLISH Troubleshooting Self Diagnosis Display in M.Cam/M.Player Modes (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) Display Blinking Informs that... No Memory Card! slow There is no Memory card in the Camcorder. Memory Full! slow There is not enough memory to record. Action Insert a Memory card. Change to a
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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 not Check the Manual Focus menu. work. Auto focus does not work in the Manual Focus mode.
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    screen/Viewfinder Size/dot number LCD screen Method Viewfinder Connectors Video output S-video output Audio output DV input/output USB output External mic NTSC 2 rotary heads, Helical scanning system Rotary heads, PCM system Digital video tape (6.35mm width): Mini DV cassette SP: approx. 18.81mm
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    ...99 Demonstration 31 DIS ...61 Digital Effect 65 DV ...79, 80 - E - EASY.Q Mode 40 Exposure 57 - F - Fade ...45 Formatting 101 Frame advance 74 Function buttons 13 - H Hand Strap 18 - I - IEEE1394 79 - L- LCD ...32 - M - Memory card 88 Memory Stick 87 MPEG Recording 102 - O OSD
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    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 service center is the customer's responsibility. The original dated sales receipt must be retained by
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    ENGLISH THIS CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY: 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.samsung.com AD68-00839B
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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
SC-D351/D352/D353/D354/D355
US PATENT 4415844