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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 ...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 using the Remote Control ...25...
... ...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 ...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 using the Remote Control ...25...
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... page 83). 3. Start ENGLISH Quick Start ✤ This device is a Camcorder and a Digital Still Camera in the following order: 1. Insert the Memory Card into the memory card slot (refer to page 47). 1 2 2. Charge the battery pack by setting the Power Switch (refer to the camcorder, open the LCD monitor and then open the Jack Cover. 9 SSSTTTAAARRRTTT...
... page 83). 3. Start ENGLISH Quick Start ✤ This device is a Camcorder and a Digital Still Camera in the following order: 1. Insert the Memory Card into the memory card slot (refer to page 47). 1 2 2. Charge the battery pack by setting the Power Switch (refer to the camcorder, open the LCD monitor and then open the Jack Cover. 9 SSSTTTAAARRRTTT...
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...bag before exposing it to a sudden change in a dry, warm room with your Samsung product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Do not let the camcorder get wet. For Example: ✤ Entering or leaving a heated place on the... in this manual or other documentation provided with the cassette compartment opened and the battery removed. Notes Regarding Moisture Condensation 1. The product will be copyrighted. Notes Regarding the CAMCORDER 1. Notes and Safety Instructions ENGLISH Notices Regarding COPYRIGHT ✤ Television programmes, movie...
...bag before exposing it to a sudden change in a dry, warm room with your Samsung product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Do not let the camcorder get wet. For Example: ✤ Entering or leaving a heated place on the... in this manual or other documentation provided with the cassette compartment opened and the battery removed. Notes Regarding Moisture Condensation 1. The product will be copyrighted. Notes Regarding the CAMCORDER 1. Notes and Safety Instructions ENGLISH Notices Regarding COPYRIGHT ✤ Television programmes, movie...
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... 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 to drop the battery pack when you release it from the camcorder. 12 Dropping the battery pack may be disposed ...of its life, please contact your local dealer. The battery pack may damage it . ✤...
... 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 to drop the battery pack when you release it from the camcorder. 12 Dropping the battery pack may be disposed ...of its life, please contact your local dealer. The battery pack may damage it . ✤...
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...CAUSE SERIOUS DAMAGE TO ONE'S EYES. 14 The Lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from the time of installation. Precautions Regarding the Lithium Battery Cell 1. Servicing ✤ Do not attempt to service this CAMCORDER yourself. ✤ Opening or removing covers may result...ensure a steady picture during filming, make sure that the hand strap is removed. 2. The Lithium battery maintains the clock function and user settings; even when the battery pack or AC adapter is properly adjusted. ✤ Do not force your hand into the hand strap...
...CAUSE SERIOUS DAMAGE TO ONE'S EYES. 14 The Lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from the time of installation. Precautions Regarding the Lithium Battery Cell 1. Servicing ✤ Do not attempt to service this CAMCORDER yourself. ✤ Opening or removing covers may result...ensure a steady picture during filming, make sure that the hand strap is removed. 2. The Lithium battery maintains the clock function and user settings; even when the battery pack or AC adapter is properly adjusted. ✤ Do not force your hand into the hand strap...
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ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Device Accessories Supplied with the Camcorder ✤ Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your digital camcorder. Instruction Book 6. Software CD 10. Lithium Ion Battery pack 2. Shoulder Strap 8. Remote Control 11. Lithium Ion Battery Pack 2. Lithium battery for Remote Control and Clock(CR2025 type, 2EA) 9. AC Power Adapter (AA...
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Device Accessories Supplied with the Camcorder ✤ Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your digital camcorder. Instruction Book 6. Software CD 10. Lithium Ion Battery pack 2. Shoulder Strap 8. Remote Control 11. Lithium Ion Battery Pack 2. Lithium battery for Remote Control and Clock(CR2025 type, 2EA) 9. AC Power Adapter (AA...
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Tape Eject Slide Button 5. Lithium Battery Holder 6. Hand Strap Hook Hand Strap Ring 7. 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. Shoulder Strap Hook 2. Tripod Receptacle 4. ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Device Rear & Bottom View 1.
Tape Eject Slide Button 5. Lithium Battery Holder 6. Hand Strap Hook Hand Strap Ring 7. 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. Shoulder Strap Hook 2. Tripod Receptacle 4. ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Device Rear & Bottom View 1.
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...) 13. NIGHT CAPTURE (refer to page 66) 12. Tape Counter 22. DV (DV data transfer mode) (VP-D6050i/D6040i only, refer to page 30) 2. Battery Level (refer to page 152) 31. White Balance Mode (refer to page 79) 20. Zero Memory Indicator (refer to page 54) 8. Audio Playback Channel (refer... to page 57) 5. DSE (Digital Special Effects) Mode (refer to page 78) 29. POWER NIGHT CAPTURE (refer to page 153) 15. USB (refer to page 65) 10. Operating Mode 23...
...) 13. NIGHT CAPTURE (refer to page 66) 12. Tape Counter 22. DV (DV data transfer mode) (VP-D6050i/D6040i only, refer to page 30) 2. Battery Level (refer to page 152) 31. White Balance Mode (refer to page 79) 20. Zero Memory Indicator (refer to page 54) 8. Audio Playback Channel (refer... to page 57) 5. DSE (Digital Special Effects) Mode (refer to page 78) 29. POWER NIGHT CAPTURE (refer to page 153) 15. USB (refer to page 65) 10. Operating Mode 23...
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Flash Modes (refer to page 83) 10. Memory Card Indicator (refer to page 110) 6. Remaining Time for Still Image 23. Print Mark 29. Camera Mode (refer to page 115) 11. AE LOCK (refer to page 82) 4. Focus Area 14. DATE/TIME Indicator (refer to page 114) 8. Remaining ...Free Space for MPEG Recording 22. Zoom Level Indicator 24. 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 4 21 20 5 19 6 18 17 7 16 8 9 15 10 11 12 13 14 OSD in...
Flash Modes (refer to page 83) 10. Memory Card Indicator (refer to page 110) 6. Remaining Time for Still Image 23. Print Mark 29. Camera Mode (refer to page 115) 11. AE LOCK (refer to page 82) 4. Focus Area 14. DATE/TIME Indicator (refer to page 114) 8. Remaining ...Free Space for MPEG Recording 22. Zoom Level Indicator 24. 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 4 21 20 5 19 6 18 17 7 16 8 9 15 10 11 12 13 14 OSD in...
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... 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 press any battery be swallowed, consult a doctor immediately. ✤ Use a suitable tool... to draw out the Lithium Battery Holder such as tip of the button toggles the OSD ...
... 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 press any battery be swallowed, consult a doctor immediately. ✤ Use a suitable tool... to draw out the Lithium Battery Holder such as tip of the button toggles the OSD ...
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...button 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 - Self Timer Recording Using the Remote Control ...in the viewfinder. 3. markings. ✤ Be careful not to REC mode. 2. 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/STOP ...
...button 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 - Self Timer Recording Using the Remote Control ...in the viewfinder. 3. markings. ✤ Be careful not to REC mode. 2. 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/STOP ...
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.../ PLAY, or (CAMERA) modes. 27 Set the camcorder to different modes by holding down the tab on the power switch and turning it to a wall socket. Connect the AC Power Adapter to your country of residence. 3. The AC Power Adapter and the AC Power Cord: used for indoor recordings. - The Battery Pack: used... for outdoor recordings. ENGLISH Using the AC Power Adapter and the DC Cable 1. Plug in the DC jack of the AC Power Adapter into the Power In jack of your camcorder. - Reference ✤ You must use the AA-E8 ...
.../ PLAY, or (CAMERA) modes. 27 Set the camcorder to different modes by holding down the tab on the power switch and turning it to a wall socket. Connect the AC Power Adapter to your country of residence. 3. The AC Power Adapter and the AC Power Cord: used for indoor recordings. - The Battery Pack: used... for outdoor recordings. ENGLISH Using the AC Power Adapter and the DC Cable 1. Plug in the DC jack of the AC Power Adapter into the Power In jack of your camcorder. - Reference ✤ You must use the AA-E8 ...
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...10020; For prolonged use of the Battery Pack, remove the Battery Pack from the device. Type of the battery pack you are using. - When 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.). - ... device off for a second and off and the charging indicator will still discharge if it is charging. ENGLISH The Camcorder : Preparation Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack 1. Attach the Battery Pack to the DC jack on : - Connect the AC Power ...
...10020; For prolonged use of the Battery Pack, remove the Battery Pack from the device. Type of the battery pack you are using. - When 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.). - ... device off for a second and off and the charging indicator will still discharge if it is charging. ENGLISH The Camcorder : Preparation Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack 1. Attach the Battery Pack to the DC jack on : - Connect the AC Power ...
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... (40°C). ✤ The Battery Pack should never be charged in the table are approximations. fire or a heater). ✤ Do not disassemble, apply pressure to be reduced if it turns off and the viewfinder automatically turns on usage. The Camcorder : Preparation ENGLISH Table of Continuous ...Recording Time Based on Model and Battery Type ✤ When you close the LCD monitor, it is used in temperatures below 32°F...
... (40°C). ✤ The Battery Pack should never be charged in the table are approximations. fire or a heater). ✤ Do not disassemble, apply pressure to be reduced if it turns off and the viewfinder automatically turns on usage. The Camcorder : Preparation ENGLISH Table of Continuous ...Recording Time Based on Model and Battery Type ✤ When you close the LCD monitor, it is used in temperatures below 32°F...
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... are measured using a fully charged Battery Pack at 77°F (25°C). You may choose which one indicates charged and which indicates discharged. ENGLISH The Camcorder : Preparation Battery Level Display The Battery Level Display shows the amount of the camcorder, the remaining battery time may differ from your actual use of battery power remaining in the instructions...
... are measured using a fully charged Battery Pack at 77°F (25°C). You may choose which one indicates charged and which indicates discharged. ENGLISH The Camcorder : Preparation Battery Level Display The Battery Level Display shows the amount of the camcorder, the remaining battery time may differ from your actual use of battery power remaining in the instructions...
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... Battery Pack attached, connect the AC Power Adapter and cables while the Power Switch is moving, as it may damage the mechanism. PLAY mode: Play and edit the recorded cassette tape 4. (CAMERA) mode: Switches to pop out. Reference ✤ Switching to (CAMERA) mode by setting the Power Switch will activate the Digital Still Camera Lens to Digital Still Camera...
... Battery Pack attached, connect the AC Power Adapter and cables while the Power Switch is moving, as it may damage the mechanism. PLAY mode: Play and edit the recorded cassette tape 4. (CAMERA) mode: Switches to pop out. Reference ✤ Switching to (CAMERA) mode by setting the Power Switch will activate the Digital Still Camera Lens to Digital Still Camera...
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..." is applied. 6. The options available for DATE/TIME display are listed. 5. Reference ✤ Date and Time information is displayed. 4. When the Lithium battery becomes weak or dead. ✤ Before setting the DATE/TIME, be sure to exit the menu screen. Select an option using the DOWN or UP...then press the OK button. Press the MENU button. Press the DOWN button to REC mode. 2. Press the DOWN button to Setting the Clock in Camcorder mode. The submenu including "DATE/TIME" is automatically recorded on the LCD monitor while recording or playing a tape. ✤ The DATE / TIME ...
..." is applied. 6. The options available for DATE/TIME display are listed. 5. Reference ✤ Date and Time information is displayed. 4. When the Lithium battery becomes weak or dead. ✤ Before setting the DATE/TIME, be sure to exit the menu screen. Select an option using the DOWN or UP...then press the OK button. Press the MENU button. Press the DOWN button to REC mode. 2. Press the DOWN button to Setting the Clock in Camcorder mode. The submenu including "DATE/TIME" is automatically recorded on the LCD monitor while recording or playing a tape. ✤ The DATE / TIME ...
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...of such functions, turn EASYQ mode Off. 44 If you want to turn off during a recording. ✤ EASYQ mode setting is reset when the battery pack is removed from the camcorder. ✤ In EASYQ mode, certain functions including MENU, BLC, MF/AF are not available. Turn on your.... Press the EASYQ button to REC mode. 2. EASYQ will begin when the red REC indicator appears on the LCD along with Battery Level Display, STBY, Counter, and DIS . 3. ENGLISH The Camcorder : Functions Using EASYQ Mode ✤ EASYQ mode only works in REC mode. ✤ EASYQ allows the user to easily make...
...of such functions, turn EASYQ mode Off. 44 If you want to turn off during a recording. ✤ EASYQ mode setting is reset when the battery pack is removed from the camcorder. ✤ In EASYQ mode, certain functions including MENU, BLC, MF/AF are not available. Turn on your.... Press the EASYQ button to REC mode. 2. EASYQ will begin when the red REC indicator appears on the LCD along with Battery Level Display, STBY, Counter, and DIS . 3. ENGLISH The Camcorder : Functions Using EASYQ Mode ✤ EASYQ mode only works in REC mode. ✤ EASYQ allows the user to easily make...
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...can zoom in and out using variable zoom speeds. ✤ Use these features for Camera use of zooming may cause unclear focusing, and produce motion in the clip that makes... viewing uneasy. ✤ Refer to create more professional looking results and faster consumption of battery 1-1 power. 1-2 TELE 1. The subject will appear closer when you push the Zoom Lever ...on Zooming for different shots. ENGLISH The Camcorder : Functions Zooming In and Out with the Digital Zoom ✤ Your camcorder supports 10x optical and digital zooming that can record a subject at ...
...can zoom in and out using variable zoom speeds. ✤ Use these features for Camera use of zooming may cause unclear focusing, and produce motion in the clip that makes... viewing uneasy. ✤ Refer to create more professional looking results and faster consumption of battery 1-1 power. 1-2 TELE 1. The subject will appear closer when you push the Zoom Lever ...on Zooming for different shots. ENGLISH The Camcorder : Functions Zooming In and Out with the Digital Zoom ✤ Your camcorder supports 10x optical and digital zooming that can record a subject at ...
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.... Release the Write Protection Tab to record. ✤ Detach the Battery Pack when you begin! - Open the LCD or viewfinder and frame your battery (refer to page 28) - Insert a cassette tape (refer to page 38) - message appears on the screen. 3. The Camcorder : Basic Recording Making Your First Recording Recording Before you finished recording...
.... Release the Write Protection Tab to record. ✤ Detach the Battery Pack when you begin! - Open the LCD or viewfinder and frame your battery (refer to page 28) - Insert a cassette tape (refer to page 38) - message appears on the screen. 3. The Camcorder : Basic Recording Making Your First Recording Recording Before you finished recording...