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ELECTRONICS * VP-D6050S(i)/D6040S(i) models and VP-D6050(i)/D6040(i) models have the same technical specification whereas VP-D6050S(i)/D6040(i) models are available in Silver. Digital Video Camcorder VP-D6050(i) VP-D6040(i) AF Auto Focus CCD Charge Coupled Device LCD Liquid Crystal Display ENGLISH Owner's Instruction Book Before operating the unit, please read this Instruction Book thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
ELECTRONICS * VP-D6050S(i)/D6040S(i) models and VP-D6050(i)/D6040(i) models have the same technical specification whereas VP-D6050S(i)/D6040(i) models are available in Silver. Digital Video Camcorder VP-D6050(i) VP-D6040(i) AF Auto Focus CCD Charge Coupled Device LCD Liquid Crystal Display ENGLISH Owner's Instruction Book Before operating the unit, please read this Instruction Book thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
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... ...8 Quick Start ...9 Notes and Safety Instructions 10 Getting to Know Your Device 15 Features ...15 Accessories Supplied with the Camcorder ...16 Basic Accessories ...16 Front & Left View ...17 Rear & Left View ...18 Rear & Right View ...19 Rear & Bottom View ...20 Remote Control ......21 OSD (On Screen Display in REC / PLAY Modes) ...22 OSD (On Screen Display) in (Camera) Modes ...23 Turning the OSD (On Screen Display) On / Off ...24 The Camcorder : Preparation 25 How to Use the Remote Control ...25 Battery Installation for the Remote Control ...25 Self Timer Recording...
... ...8 Quick Start ...9 Notes and Safety Instructions 10 Getting to Know Your Device 15 Features ...15 Accessories Supplied with the Camcorder ...16 Basic Accessories ...16 Front & Left View ...17 Rear & Left View ...18 Rear & Right View ...19 Rear & Bottom View ...20 Remote Control ......21 OSD (On Screen Display in REC / PLAY Modes) ...22 OSD (On Screen Display) in (Camera) Modes ...23 Turning the OSD (On Screen Display) On / Off ...24 The Camcorder : Preparation 25 How to Use the Remote Control ...25 Battery Installation for the Remote Control ...25 Self Timer Recording...
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...33 Using the Viewfinder ...34 Adjusting the Focus ...34 Controlling the Sound from the Built-In Speaker...35 Using the MENU ...36 The Camcorder : Functions 38 Setting the Clock ...38 Setting the DATE/TIME ...39 Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (WL.REMOTE)...40 Setting ...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 Ejecting a Cassette ...47 Inserting a Cassette ...47 Ejecting a Cassette ...47 Protecting a Cassette ......
...33 Using the Viewfinder ...34 Adjusting the Focus ...34 Controlling the Sound from the Built-In Speaker...35 Using the MENU ...36 The Camcorder : Functions 38 Setting the Clock ...38 Setting the DATE/TIME ...39 Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (WL.REMOTE)...40 Setting ...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 Ejecting a Cassette ...47 Inserting a Cassette ...47 Ejecting a Cassette ...47 Protecting a Cassette ......
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...Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (PROGRAM AE) ...52 Setting the PROGRAM AE ...53 Setting the White Balance for Camcorder Use (WHT.BALANCE) ...54 Setting the Digital Zoom for Camcorder Use ...60 Cutting Off Wind Noise (WIND CUT) ...61 Using Backlight Compensation Mode (BLC) ...62 Setting...DATE/TIME ...68 WL.REMOTE( ) ...68 DIS( ) ...68 DSE (Digital Special Effects) ...69 PROGRAM AE ...69 WHT.BALANCE ...69 SHUTTER / EXPOSURE ...70 Taking Photos ...71 Various Recording Techniques ...72 The Camcorder : Playback 73 Playing Back a Recorded Tape ...73 Various Functions in PLAY modes...
...Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (PROGRAM AE) ...52 Setting the PROGRAM AE ...53 Setting the White Balance for Camcorder Use (WHT.BALANCE) ...54 Setting the Digital Zoom for Camcorder Use ...60 Cutting Off Wind Noise (WIND CUT) ...61 Using Backlight Compensation Mode (BLC) ...62 Setting...DATE/TIME ...68 WL.REMOTE( ) ...68 DIS( ) ...68 DSE (Digital Special Effects) ...69 PROGRAM AE ...69 WHT.BALANCE ...69 SHUTTER / EXPOSURE ...70 Taking Photos ...71 Various Recording Techniques ...72 The Camcorder : Playback 73 Playing Back a Recorded Tape ...73 Various Functions in PLAY modes...
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... Your Customized Settings ...132 Customizing Your Camera - Using the DPOF...142 Connecting to Other Devices - Contents ENGLISH Using the Digital Zoom...128 Rotating a Stored Picture...129 Resizing a Stored Picture ...130 Customizing Your Camera - Changing the Start-Up Image ...... a PC using a USB cable ...153 Maintenance 156 Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder ...156 After Using Your Camcorder...156 Cleaning the Camera Body and Video Heads...157 Using Your Camcorder Abroad ...158 Troubleshooting 159 Troubleshooting ...159 Self Diagnosis Display ...159 Specifications 162...
... Your Customized Settings ...132 Customizing Your Camera - Using the DPOF...142 Connecting to Other Devices - Contents ENGLISH Using the Digital Zoom...128 Rotating a Stored Picture...129 Resizing a Stored Picture ...130 Customizing Your Camera - Changing the Start-Up Image ...... a PC using a USB cable ...153 Maintenance 156 Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder ...156 After Using Your Camcorder...156 Cleaning the Camera Body and Video Heads...157 Using Your Camcorder Abroad ...158 Troubleshooting 159 Troubleshooting ...159 Self Diagnosis Display ...159 Specifications 162...
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...avoid electric shock, do not touch your nearest dealer or authorised Samsung service facility. If the device is better than 1m (approx. 3.3 feet) from the reach of the children. Do not use (CAMERA) mode when taking still images. (Image quality of solvent, especially benzenes, as they .... Do not use : ✤ Please keep the device in a wet place. Saltwater may cause permanent damage to direct sunlight on Camcorder Care ✤ Please note the following precautions for removing stains. Do not place your device away from rain and saltwater. ENGLISH Start Precautions...
...avoid electric shock, do not touch your nearest dealer or authorised Samsung service facility. If the device is better than 1m (approx. 3.3 feet) from the reach of the children. Do not use (CAMERA) mode when taking still images. (Image quality of solvent, especially benzenes, as they .... Do not use : ✤ Please keep the device in a wet place. Saltwater may cause permanent damage to direct sunlight on Camcorder Care ✤ Please note the following precautions for removing stains. Do not place your device away from rain and saltwater. ENGLISH Start Precautions...
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... monitor and then open the Jack Cover. 9 When finished, set the Power Switch to page 31). 34 5. Start ENGLISH Quick Start ✤ This device is a Camcorder and a Digital Still Camera in the following order: 1. Press the START/STOP button to record a video, or press the PHOTO button to page 83). 3. PPPHHHOOOTTTOOO 6. Insert the Memory...
... monitor and then open the Jack Cover. 9 When finished, set the Power Switch to page 31). 34 5. Start ENGLISH Quick Start ✤ This device is a Camcorder and a Digital Still Camera in the following order: 1. Press the START/STOP button to record a video, or press the PHOTO button to page 83). 3. PPPHHHOOOTTTOOO 6. Insert the Memory...
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... 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 . 5 6 10 Standard recording using the LCD monitor. 3. Recording while looking at the LCD monitor from the top...
... 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 . 5 6 10 Standard recording using the LCD monitor. 3. Recording while looking at the LCD monitor from the top...
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...to high levels of moisture. 11 If the (DEW) protection feature is contrary to a sudden change in temperature. 2. Notes Regarding the CAMCORDER 1. Unauthorised recording of copyrighted materials may cause condensation to form inside the product. ✤ To prevent condensation, place the product in ...before exposing it to copyright laws. ✤ All the trade names and registered trademarks mentioned in a dry, warm room with your Samsung product are trademarks or registered trademarks of moisture. For example, in a parked closed car in atmospheric temperature may infringe on a ...
...to high levels of moisture. 11 If the (DEW) protection feature is contrary to a sudden change in temperature. 2. Notes Regarding the CAMCORDER 1. Unauthorised recording of copyrighted materials may cause condensation to form inside the product. ✤ To prevent condensation, place the product in ...before exposing it to copyright laws. ✤ All the trade names and registered trademarks mentioned in a dry, warm room with your Samsung product are trademarks or registered trademarks of moisture. For example, in a parked closed car in atmospheric temperature may infringe on a ...
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...may damage it. ✤ It is not charged. Dropping the battery pack may be disposed of its life, please contact your device is in Camcorder mode, and it is left in STBY mode without being operated for more than 5 minutes with a tape loaded, it will automatically turn itself ...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 to protect against unnecessary battery discharge. ✤ Make sure that the battery pack is attached firmly in place. ✤ The new ...
...may damage it. ✤ It is not charged. Dropping the battery pack may be disposed of its life, please contact your device is in Camcorder mode, and it is left in STBY mode without being operated for more than 5 minutes with a tape loaded, it will automatically turn itself ...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 to protect against unnecessary battery discharge. ✤ Make sure that the battery pack is attached firmly in place. ✤ The new ...
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...the viewfinder may damage the video heads. Direct sunlight can damage the CCD (Charge Coupled Device, the imaging sensor). Do not pick up the camcorder by holding the viewfinder. 3. Notes Regarding 'Record' or 'Playback' Using the LCD 1. Notes Regarding the Lens ✤ Do not film with...Applying excessive force to sunlight. 2. If this happens, clean the video heads with the camera lens pointing directly at the sun. Direct sunlight can damage the LCD monitor. 13 Be careful when setting the camcorder in any way. 2. If a square block-shaped distorts playback, or only a blue ...
...the viewfinder may damage the video heads. Direct sunlight can damage the CCD (Charge Coupled Device, the imaging sensor). Do not pick up the camcorder by holding the viewfinder. 3. Notes Regarding 'Record' or 'Playback' Using the LCD 1. Notes Regarding the Lens ✤ Do not film with...Applying excessive force to sunlight. 2. If this happens, clean the video heads with the camera lens pointing directly at the sun. Direct sunlight can damage the LCD monitor. 13 Be careful when setting the camcorder in any way. 2. If a square block-shaped distorts playback, or only a blue ...
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The Lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from the time of installation. POSSIBLE BURNING HAZARD. CLOSE FIRING A FLASH MIGHT CAUSE SERIOUS DAMAGE TO ONE'S EYES. 14 ... FLASH WHILE SCREENING THE FLASH BY HANDS. The Lithium battery maintains the clock function and user settings; Servicing ✤ Do not attempt to service this CAMCORDER yourself. ✤ Opening or removing covers may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards. ✤ Refer all servicing to dangerous voltage or other hazards...
The Lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from the time of installation. POSSIBLE BURNING HAZARD. CLOSE FIRING A FLASH MIGHT CAUSE SERIOUS DAMAGE TO ONE'S EYES. 14 ... FLASH WHILE SCREENING THE FLASH BY HANDS. The Lithium battery maintains the clock function and user settings; Servicing ✤ Do not attempt to service this CAMCORDER yourself. ✤ Opening or removing covers may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards. ✤ Refer all servicing to dangerous voltage or other hazards...
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... magnify an image up to give the film a special look by using a printer that easily converts between a Digital Camcorder and a Digital Still Camera with a flip of scene/action being filmed. G Digital Image Stabiliser (DIS) The DIS compensates for Digital Image Data Transfer You can select the desired OSD Language among English, French, German, Spanish, and Italian. G Various...
... magnify an image up to give the film a special look by using a printer that easily converts between a Digital Camcorder and a Digital Still Camera with a flip of scene/action being filmed. G Digital Image Stabiliser (DIS) The DIS compensates for Digital Image Data Transfer You can select the desired OSD Language among English, French, German, Spanish, and Italian. G Various...
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... 3. Memory Stick 12. Multi-AV Cable 5. Remote Control 11. ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Device Accessories Supplied with the Camcorder ✤ Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your digital camcorder. Lithium Ion Battery Pack 2. Instruction Book 6. Lithium Ion Battery pack 2. Software CD 10. Shoulder Strap 8. Lithium battery for Remote...
... 3. Memory Stick 12. Multi-AV Cable 5. Remote Control 11. ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Device Accessories Supplied with the Camcorder ✤ Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your digital camcorder. Lithium Ion Battery Pack 2. Instruction Book 6. Lithium Ion Battery pack 2. Software CD 10. Shoulder Strap 8. Lithium battery for Remote...
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Built-in Flash 3. Camera Lens 5. Display Button 8. 5-way Button 9. Camcorder Lens 4. Getting to Know Your Device Front & Left View 1. Built-in MIC 2. Charge Indicator 14. Menu Button 10. LCD Open 12. Camera Mode Dial 7. EasyQ Button 11. Navigation Wheel (Quick Menu / Focus / Volume) 8 5-way Button 9 Menu Button 10 EasyQ Button 11 LCD Open 12... 13 Charge Indicator 14 Navigation Wheel (Quick Menu / Focus / Volume) 17 Remote Signal Receiver 13. Focus Button MF/AF 1 Built-in MIC 2 Built-in Flash 3 Camcorder Lens 4 Camera Lens 5 Focus Button MF/AF 6 Mode Dial for...
Built-in Flash 3. Camera Lens 5. Display Button 8. 5-way Button 9. Camcorder Lens 4. Getting to Know Your Device Front & Left View 1. Built-in MIC 2. Charge Indicator 14. Menu Button 10. LCD Open 12. Camera Mode Dial 7. EasyQ Button 11. Navigation Wheel (Quick Menu / Focus / Volume) 8 5-way Button 9 Menu Button 10 EasyQ Button 11 LCD Open 12... 13 Charge Indicator 14 Navigation Wheel (Quick Menu / Focus / Volume) 17 Remote Signal Receiver 13. Focus Button MF/AF 1 Built-in MIC 2 Built-in Flash 3 Camcorder Lens 4 Camera Lens 5 Focus Button MF/AF 6 Mode Dial for...
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... OSD is turned off , access the menu and change the DATE/TIME mode (refer to insert or replace the Lithium battery when: You purchase the camcorder ✤ Ensure that you turn the DATE/TIME on or off. (refer to page 68) (in REC mode) Battery Installation for the Internal Clock ✤...
... OSD is turned off , access the menu and change the DATE/TIME mode (refer to insert or replace the Lithium battery when: You purchase the camcorder ✤ Ensure that you turn the DATE/TIME on or off. (refer to page 68) (in REC mode) Battery Installation for the Internal Clock ✤...
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... remote control does not work ✤ Ensure that you insert the Lithium battery cell correctly, matching the + and - The Camcorder : Preparation How to Use the Remote Control Battery Installation for recording to start the timer. After 10 seconds, recording or photography begins. Press the START/...
... remote control does not work ✤ Ensure that you insert the Lithium battery cell correctly, matching the + and - The Camcorder : Preparation How to Use the Remote Control Battery Installation for recording to start the timer. After 10 seconds, recording or photography begins. Press the START/...
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...Hand Strap has been correctly adjusted before you to release the Hand Strap. 2. Improper threading of Shoulder Strap into the Shoulder Strap Hook on the Camcorder. 2. Press the Zoom Lever, START/STOP, and PHOTO buttons without having to carry your recording. The Hand Strap enables you begin your... camcorder around in the buckle. 1 3 Reference ✤ Be sure to secure the shoulder strap. Pull open the Hand Strap to : - Insert the end of the ...
...Hand Strap has been correctly adjusted before you to release the Hand Strap. 2. Improper threading of Shoulder Strap into the Shoulder Strap Hook on the Camcorder. 2. Press the Zoom Lever, START/STOP, and PHOTO buttons without having to carry your recording. The Hand Strap enables you begin your... camcorder around in the buckle. 1 3 Reference ✤ Be sure to secure the shoulder strap. Pull open the Hand Strap to : - Insert the end of the ...
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...jack of the AC Power Adapter into the Power In jack of your country of power source that can be connected to your camcorder. - Set the camcorder to different modes by holding down the tab on the power switch and turning it to a wall socket. Reference ✤... and the AC Power Cord: used for indoor recordings. - Connect the AC Power Cord to the REC / PLAY, or (CAMERA) modes. 27 The Battery Pack: used for outdoor recordings. Connect the AC Power Adapter to your camcorder. 4. The Camcorder : Preparation Connecting a Power Source There are two types of residence. 3.
...jack of the AC Power Adapter into the Power In jack of your country of power source that can be connected to your camcorder. - Set the camcorder to different modes by holding down the tab on the power switch and turning it to a wall socket. Reference ✤... and the AC Power Cord: used for indoor recordings. - Connect the AC Power Cord to the REC / PLAY, or (CAMERA) modes. 27 The Battery Pack: used for outdoor recordings. Connect the AC Power Adapter to your camcorder. 4. The Camcorder : Preparation Connecting a Power Source There are two types of residence. 3.
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...the AC Power Cord to flash, showing that the battery is fully charged, disconnect the battery pack and the AC Power Adapter from the camcorder after use (Camcorder/Camera/With LCD monitor etc.). - Ambient temperature. When the battery is charging. Type of use /charging. 28 It is recommended to have ... than 50% 50% ~ 75% 75% ~ 90% 90 ~ 100% Error - Turn the device off for a second and off and the charging indicator will still discharge if it is left attached to the device. ✤ The Battery Pack may be charged a little at the time of the Battery Pack, remove...
...the AC Power Cord to flash, showing that the battery is fully charged, disconnect the battery pack and the AC Power Adapter from the camcorder after use (Camcorder/Camera/With LCD monitor etc.). - Ambient temperature. When the battery is charging. Type of use /charging. 28 It is recommended to have ... than 50% 50% ~ 75% 75% ~ 90% 90 ~ 100% Error - Turn the device off for a second and off and the charging indicator will still discharge if it is left attached to the device. ✤ The Battery Pack may be charged a little at the time of the Battery Pack, remove...
