Samsung D354(i) User Manual
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Digital Video Camcorder  
VP-D351(i)/D352(i)/D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i)  
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.  
This product meets the intent of  
Directive 89/336 CEE, 73/23 CEE, 93/68 CEE.  
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Contents  
Basic Recording ........................................................................................................................................................... 35  
Using the Viewfinder ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................35  
Adjusting the Focus..............................................................................................................................................................................................................35  
Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette..............................................................................................................................................................................................36  
Hints for Stable Image Recording..............................................................................................................................................................................................37  
Recording with the LCD Screen ..........................................................................................................................................................................................37  
Recording with the Viewfinder..............................................................................................................................................................................................37  
Various Recording Techniques...................................................................................................................................................................................................38  
Making your First Recording......................................................................................................................................................................................................39  
Using EASY.Q Mode (for Beginners).........................................................................................................................................................................................40  
Record Search (REC SEARCH)..........................................................................................................................................................................................41  
Setting the Zero Memory (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)....................................................................................................................................................42  
Self Record using the Remote Control (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)...............................................................................................................................43  
Zooming In and Out ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................44  
Using the Tele Macro..................................................................................................................................................................................................................44  
Using the Fade In and Out.........................................................................................................................................................................................................45  
To Start Recording................................................................................................................................................................................................................45  
To Stop Recording (use Fade In/Fade Out) ........................................................................................................................................................................45  
Using Back Light Compensation Mode (BLC)...........................................................................................................................................................................46  
Using the Color Nite Shutter ......................................................................................................................................................................................................47  
Using the Color Nite Shutter with LED Light (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)......................................................................................................................48  
Nite Pix (0 lux recording)............................................................................................................................................................................................................49  
Power Nite Pix............................................................................................................................................................................................................................50  
Advanced Recording.................................................................................................................................................... 51  
Use of various Functions............................................................................................................................................................................................................51  
Setting Menu Items ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................51  
Function availability in each Mode.......................................................................................................................................................................................53  
Selecting the Record Mode........................................................................................................................................................................................................54  
Selecting Audio Mode.................................................................................................................................................................................................................55  
Cutting Off Wind Noise (Wind Cut)............................................................................................................................................................................................56  
Setting the Shutter Speed & Exposure......................................................................................................................................................................................57  
Recommended Shutter Speeds when Recording...............................................................................................................................................................57  
Auto Focus/Manual Focus .........................................................................................................................................................................................................58  
Auto Focusing.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................58  
Manual Focusing ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................58  
Setting the White Balance..........................................................................................................................................................................................................59  
Using Quick Menu: White Balance ......................................................................................................................................................................................60  
Setting the Digital Image Stabiliser (DIS) ..................................................................................................................................................................................61  
Using Quick Menu: Digital Image Stabiliser (DIS)...............................................................................................................................................................62  
Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (Program AE)..........................................................................................................................................................63  
Setting the Program AE........................................................................................................................................................................................................64  
Using Quick Menu: Program AE..........................................................................................................................................................................................64  
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Applying Digital Effects...............................................................................................................................................................................................................65  
Selecting the Digital Effects .................................................................................................................................................................................................66  
Zooming In and Out with Digital Zoom......................................................................................................................................................................................67  
Setting the Digital Zoom.......................................................................................................................................................................................................67  
Photo Image Recording .............................................................................................................................................................................................................68  
Searching for a Photo Image ...............................................................................................................................................................................................68  
Playback ....................................................................................................................................................................... 69  
Playing Back a Tape You have recorded on the LCD Screen ..................................................................................................................................................69  
Adjusting the LCD Bright/Colour during Playback...............................................................................................................................................................69  
Controlling Sound from the Speaker..........................................................................................................................................................................................70  
Tape Playback ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................71  
Playback on the LCD Screen...............................................................................................................................................................................................71  
Playback on a TV Monitor....................................................................................................................................................................................................71  
Connecting to a TV which has Audio/Video Input Jacks.....................................................................................................................................................71  
Connecting to a TV which has no Audio and Video Input Jacks ........................................................................................................................................72  
Playback ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................72  
Various Functions while in Player Mode....................................................................................................................................................................................73  
Playback Pause....................................................................................................................................................................................................................73  
Picture Search (Forward/Reverse) ......................................................................................................................................................................................73  
Slow Playback (Forward/Reverse) (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only) ...............................................................................................................................73  
Frame Advance (To play back frame by frame) (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)...........................................................................................................74  
X2 Playback (Forward/Reverse) (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)...................................................................................................................................74  
Reverse Playback (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only).........................................................................................................................................................74  
Zooming during Playback (PB ZOOM)......................................................................................................................................................................................75  
AV In/Out (VP-D351i/D352i/D353i/D354i/D355i only)...............................................................................................................................................................76  
Audio Dubbing (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only).....................................................................................................................................................................77  
Dubbing Sound.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................77  
Dubbed Audio Playback.............................................................................................................................................................................................................78  
IEEE 1394 Data Transfer.............................................................................................................................................. 79  
USB Interface (VP-D352(i)/D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)...................................................................................... 81  
Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) 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 Mode .................................................................................................................................................................................................89  
Selecting the Built-in Memory (VP-D354(i)/D355(i) only)..........................................................................................................................................................90  
Using Quick Menu: Memory Type........................................................................................................................................................................................90  
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Selecting the Image Quality.......................................................................................................................................................................................................91  
Select the Image Quality......................................................................................................................................................................................................91  
Number of Images on the Memory Card.............................................................................................................................................................................91  
Using Quick Menu: Photo Quality........................................................................................................................................................................................92  
Memory File Number..................................................................................................................................................................................................................93  
Taking Photos.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................94  
Viewing Still Images ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................95  
To view a Single Image........................................................................................................................................................................................................95  
To view a Slide Show ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................95  
To view the Multi Display......................................................................................................................................................................................................96  
Protection from accidental Erasure............................................................................................................................................................................................97  
Using Quick Menu: Protect ..................................................................................................................................................................................................98  
Deleting Still Images and Moving Images .................................................................................................................................................................................99  
Using Quick Menu: Delete .................................................................................................................................................................................................100  
Formatting the Memory Card...................................................................................................................................................................................................101  
MPEG Recording .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................102  
Saving Moving Picture Files onto a Memory Card............................................................................................................................................................102  
MPEG Playback .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................103  
Using Quick Menu: M.Play Select .....................................................................................................................................................................................104  
Recording an Image from a Cassette as a Still Image ...........................................................................................................................................................105  
Copying Still Images from a Cassette to Memory Card..........................................................................................................................................................106  
Copy to (Copies Files from the Memory Card to the Built-in Memory) (VP-D354(i)/D355(i) only) ........................................................................................107  
Marking Images for Printing.....................................................................................................................................................................................................108  
Using Quick Menu: Print Mark...........................................................................................................................................................................................109  
TM  
PictBridge (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)...................................................................................................... 110  
Maintenance .............................................................................................................................................................. 112  
After Finishing a Recording......................................................................................................................................................................................................112  
Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder ...............................................................................................................................................................................113  
Using Your Camcorder Abroad.................................................................................................................................................................................................114  
Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................................................................... 115  
Specifications ............................................................................................................................................................. 118  
Index........................................................................................................................................................................... 119  
Power Sources (United Kingdom Only) ................................................................................................................... 120  
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Notes and Safety Instructions  
Notes regarding the Rotation of the LCD Screen  
Please rotate the LCD screen carefully as illustrated.  
Over rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD screen to the Camcorder.  
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1. LCD screen closed.  
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2. Standard recording using the LCD screen.  
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Open the LCD screen with your finger.  
LCD  
open  
knob  
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3. Recording when looking at the LCD screen from the top.  
4. Recording when looking at the LCD screen from the front.  
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5. Recording when looking at the LCD screen from the left.  
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6. Recording with the LCD screen closed.  
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Notes and Safety Instructions  
Notices regarding Copyright (VP-D351i/D352i/D353i/D354i/D355i only)  
Television programmes, video tapes, DVD titles, films, and other programme materials may be copyrighted.  
Unauthorised copying of copyrighted material may be against the law.  
All the trade names and registered trademarks mentioned in this manual or other documentation provided with your Samsung  
product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.  
Notes regarding Moisture Condensation  
1. A sudden rise in atmospheric temperature may cause condensation to form inside the Camcorder.  
for example:  
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When you move the Camcorder from a cold location to a warm location (e.g. from outside to inside during the winter.)  
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When you move the Camcorder from a cool location to a hot location (e.g. from inside to outside during the summer.)  
2. If the  
(DEW) protection feature is activated, leave the Camcorder for at least two hours in a dry, 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 140°F).  
For example, in a parked car in the sun or exposed to direct sunlight.  
2. Do not let the Camcorder get wet.  
Keep the Camcorder away from rain, sea water, and any other form of moisture.  
If the Camcorder gets wet, it may get damaged.  
Sometimes a malfunction due to exposure to liquids cannot be repaired.  
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Notes and Safety Instructions  
Notes regarding the Battery Pack  
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It is recommended to use original battery pack that is available at SAMSUNG service centre.  
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Make sure that the Battery pack is fully charged before starting to record.  
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To preserve battery power, keep your Camcorder turned off when you are not operating it.  
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If your Camcorder is in CAMERA mode, and it is left in STBY mode without being operated for more than 5 minutes with a  
tape inserted, it will automatically turn itself off to protect against unnecessary battery discharge.  
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Make sure that the Battery pack is fitted firmly into place.  
Do not drop the Battery pack. Dropping the Battery pack may damage it.  
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A brand new Battery pack is not charged.  
Before using the Battery pack, you need to charge it completely.  
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Fully discharging a Lithium-Ion battery damages the internal cells. The Battery pack may be prone to leakage when fully  
discharged.  
When the battery reaches the end of its life, please contact your local dealer.  
The batteries have to be dealt with as chemical waste.  
Notes regarding the Video Head Cleaning  
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To ensure normal recording and a clear picture, clean the video heads regularly.  
If a square block-shape distorts playback, or only a blue screen is displayed, the video heads may be dirty.  
If this happens, clean the video heads with a dry type cleaning cassette.  
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Do not use a wet-type cleaning cassette. It may damage the video heads.  
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Notes and Safety Instructions  
Note regarding the Lens  
Do not film with the camera lens pointing directly at the sun.  
Direct sunlight can damage the CCD(Charge Coupled Device).  
Notes regarding electronic Viewfinder  
1. Do not position the Camcorder such that the Viewfinder is pointing towards the sun.  
Direct sunlight can damage the inside of the Viewfinder. Be careful when placing the Camcorder under sunlight  
or near a window exposed to sunlight.  
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 may be tiny dots  
(red, blue or green in colour) that appear on the LCD screen.  
These dots are normal and do not affect the recorded picture  
in any way.  
2. When you use the LCD screen under direct sunlight or outdoors,  
it maybe difficult to see the picture clearly.  
If this occurs, we recommend using the Viewfinder.  
3. Direct sunlight can damage the LCD screen.  
Notes regarding the Hand Strap  
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To ensure a steady picture while filming, check that the hand strap is properly adjusted.  
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Do not force your hand into the hand strap as you could damage it.  
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Notes 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.  
3. When the Lithium battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator will display 00:00 1.JAN.2005 when you  
set the Date/Time to on.  
When this occurs, replace the Lithium battery with a new one(type CR2025).  
4. There is a danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.  
Replace only with the same or equivalent type.  
Warning: Keep the Lithium battery out of reach of children. Should a battery be swallowed, consult a doctor  
immediately.  
Servicing  
Do not attempt to service this Camcorder yourself.  
Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.  
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.  
Replacement Parts  
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer  
and having the same characteristics as the original part.  
Unauthorised substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.  
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder  
Features  
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Multi OSD Language  
You can select the desired OSD language from OSD List.  
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Digital Data Transfer Function with IEEE1394  
By incorporating the IEEE 1394 (i.LINK™: i.LINK is a serial data transfer protocol and interconnectivity system, used to transmit DV  
data) high speed data transport port, both moving and still images can be transferred to a PC, making it possible to produce or edit  
various images.  
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USB Interface for Digital Image Data Transfer (VP-D352(i)/D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
You can transfer images to a PC using the USB interface without an add-on card.  
PHOTO  
The photo function lets you capture an object as a still along with sound, while in camera mode.  
900x Digital Zoom  
Allows you to magnify an image up to 900 times its original size.  
Colour TFT LCD  
A high-resolution colour TFT LCD gives you clean, sharp images as well as the ability to review your recordings immediately.  
Digital Image Stabiliser (DIS)  
The DIS compensates for any handshake, reducing unstable images particularly at high magnification.  
Various Digital Effects  
The digital effects allows you to give your films a special look by adding various special effects.  
Back Light Compensation (BLC)  
The BLC function compensates for the bright background behind a subject you're recording.  
Program AE  
The program AE enables you to alter the shutter speed and aperture to suit the type of scene/action to be filmed.  
NITE PIX  
The NITE PIX function enables you to record a subject in a dark place.  
Digital Still Camera Function (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
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Using Memory card, you can easily record and playback standard still images.  
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You can transfer standard still images on the Memory card to your PC using the USB interface.  
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MPEG Recording (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
MPEG recording makes it possible to record video onto a Memory card.  
Multi Memory Card Slot (VP-D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
Multi Memory card slot is able to use Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, MMC and SD.  
Built-in Memory (VP-D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
You can use digital still camera functions without a separate external Memory card, using the built-in memory installed in your  
Camcorder. (VP-D354(i): 16MB/VP-D355(i): 64MB)  
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder  
Accessories Supplied with Camcorder  
Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your digital video camera.  
Basic Accessories  
1. Lithium Ion Battery Pack  
4. Audio/Video Cable  
7. Remote Control  
10. Lens Cover  
2. AC Power Adapter  
3. AC Cord  
1. Lithium Ion Battery Pack  
(AA-E8 TYPE)  
2. AC Power Adapter  
(AA-E8 TYPE)  
3. AC Cord  
4. Audio/Video Cable  
5. Instruction Book  
5. Instruction Book  
6. Lithium Battery  
(CR2025)  
6. Lithium Battery for  
Remote Control (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
or Clock. (TYPE: CR2025)  
8. USB Cable  
9.Software CD  
7. Remote Control  
(VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
8. USB Cable (VP-D352(i)/D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
9. Software CD  
(VP-D352(i)/D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
11. Lens Cover Strap  
13. Memory Stick  
10. Lens Cover  
11. Lens Cover Strap  
Optional Accessories  
12. S-Video Cable  
13. Memory Stick (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
14. Scart Adapter  
12. S-Video Cable  
14. Scart Adapter  
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder  
Front & Left View  
6. EASY.Q button  
7. Function buttons  
1. Lens  
2. LED light  
(VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
8. TFT LCD screen  
9. IR(Infrared) light  
3. Remote sensor  
(VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
4. S-Video jack  
5. Internal MIC  
1. Lens  
6. EASY.Q button  
8. TFT LCD screen  
9. IR(Infrared) light  
(see page 40)  
2. LED light (see page 48)  
(VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
7. Function buttons  
PLAYER  
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CAMERA  
EASY.Q  
M.Player (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
3. Remote sensor  
(VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
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4. S-Video jack  
5. Internal MIC  
: REW  
: FF  
: PLAY/STILL  
: STOP  
REC SEARCH –  
REC SEARCH +  
FADE  
REV  
FWD  
S.SHOW(SLIDE SHOW)  
MULTI DISP.  
BLC  
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder  
Left Side View  
5. Focus adjustment knob  
6. Viewfinder  
1. DISPLAY  
7. COLOR NITE  
2. MACRO/PB ZOOM  
3. Speaker  
SHUTTER  
(VP-D351(i)/D352(i)  
only)  
4. Mode switch  
(VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
7. COLOR NITE/  
LED LIGHT  
(VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/  
D355(i) only)  
1. DISPLAY (see page 25)  
2. MACRO/PB ZOOM (see page 44/see page 75)  
3. Speaker  
6. Viewfinder  
7. COLOR NITE SHUTTER (see page 47)  
(VP-D351(i)/D352(i) only)  
7. COLOR NITE/LED LIGHT (see page 48)  
(VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
4. Mode switch (MEMORY CARD/TAPE)  
(VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
5. Focus adjustment knob  
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder  
Right & Top View  
1. NITE PIX switch  
2. Menu selector (VOL/MF)  
3. MENU button  
DV  
7. TAPE EJECT  
DV  
IEEE1394  
8. Zoom lever  
USB  
9. PHOTO button  
USB  
USB  
AV  
(VP-D352(i)/D353(i)  
/D354(i)/D355(i)  
only)  
10. Jacks  
MIC  
11. Hand strap hook  
4. Start/Stop button  
5. Power switch  
AV  
AV  
12. Jack cover  
MIC  
13. Cassette door  
External  
MIC  
6. DC jack  
1. NITE PIX switch  
8. Zoom lever  
2. Menu selector (VOL/MF)  
3. MENU button  
9. PHOTO button  
(see page 68)  
10. Jacks  
4. Start/Stop button  
5. Power switch (CAMERA or PLAYER)  
6. DC jack  
11. Hand strap hook  
12. Jack cover  
13. Cassette door  
7. TAPE EJECT  
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder  
Rear & Bottom View  
3. Memory card slot  
(VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i)  
only)  
4. Battery release  
1. Lithium battery cover  
2. Charging indicator  
5. Tripod receptacle  
1. Lithium battery cover  
2. Charging indicator  
Memory Card Slot (Usable Memory Card)  
VP-D354(i)/D355(i) only  
VP-D353(i) only  
3. Memory card slot  
Memory Stick  
(VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
Memory Stick PRO  
Memory Stick  
4. Battery release  
Memory Stick PRO  
5. Tripod receptacle  
SD/MMC  
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder  
Remote Control (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
18. DISPLAY  
17. Zoom  
1. PHOTO  
2. START/STOP  
3. SELF TIMER  
4. ZERO MEMORY  
5. PHOTO SEARCH  
6. A.DUB  
16. X2  
15. DATE/TIME  
7.  
(FF)  
14.  
(SLOW)  
8.  
9.  
(REW)  
(PLAY)  
13.  
12.  
(STILL)  
(STOP)  
11. F. ADV  
10. Direction  
1. PHOTO (see page 68)  
10. Direction (  
/
) (see page 73)  
2. START/STOP  
11. F. ADV (see page 74)  
3. SELF TIMER (see page 43)  
4. ZERO MEMORY (see page 42)  
5. PHOTO SEARCH  
12.  
13.  
14.  
(STOP)  
(STILL)  
(SLOW)  
6. A.DUB (see page 77)  
15. DATE/TIME  
16. X2 (see page 74)  
17. Zoom  
7.  
8.  
9.  
(FF)  
(REW)  
(PLAY)  
18. DISPLAY  
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Preparation  
Adjusting the Hand Strap  
It is very important to ensure that the Hand strap has been correctly adjusted before you begin your recording.  
The Hand strap enables you to:  
- Hold the Camcorder in a stable, comfortable position.  
- Press the ZOOM and Start/Stop button without having to change the position of your hand.  
Hand Strap  
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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.  
When You carry Your Camcorder  
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1. Pull and open the Hand strap  
cover to release the Hand strap.  
2. Remove it from the ring and  
adjust its length.  
3. Put your hand through the Hand  
Strap and close the cover of  
Hand Strap.  
Attaching the Lens Cover  
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1. Hook up the Lens cover with the  
Lens cover strap as illustrated.  
2. Hook up the Lens cover strap to  
the Hand strap, and adjust it  
following the steps as described  
for the Hand strap  
3. Close the Hand strap.  
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Preparation  
Lithium Battery Installation  
Battery Installation for the Internal Clock  
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The Lithium battery maintains the clock function and preset contents of the memory; even if the Battery pack or AC Power  
adapter is removed.  
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The Lithium battery for the Camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from the time of installation.  
When the Lithium battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator will display  
00:00 1.JAN.2005 when you set the Date/Time to on.  
When this occurs, replace the Lithium battery with CR2025 type.  
1. Remove the Lithium-ion battery from the rear of the Camcorder.  
2. Open the Lithium battery cover on the rear of the Camcorder.  
3. Position the Lithium battery in the Lithium battery holder, with the positive (  
terminal face up.  
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4. Close the Lithium battery cover.  
Battery Installation for the Remote Control (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
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You need to insert or replace the Lithium battery when:  
- You purchase the Camcorder.  
- The remote control doesn’t work.  
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Position the Lithium battery in the Lithium battery holder, with the positive (  
terminal face up.  
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Be careful not to reverse the polarity of the battery.  
[ Note ]  
The Lithium battery must be inserted in the correct direction.  
Warning: Keep the Lithium battery out of the reach of the children.  
Should any battery be swallowed, consult a doctor immediately.  
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Preparation  
Connecting a Power Source  
There are two types of power source that can be connected to your Camcorder.  
- The AC Power adapter and AC Cord: used for indoor recording.  
- The Battery pack: used for outdoor recording.  
To use the AC Power Adapter and DC Cable  
1. Connect the AC Power adapter to the AC Cord.  
2. Connect the AC Cord to a wall socket.  
[ Notes ]  
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You must use an AA-E8 TYPE AC Power adapter.  
Power Switch  
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The plug and wall socket type may differ according to  
your resident country.  
3. Connect the DC cable to the DC jack socket of the  
Camcorder.  
4. Set the Camcorder to each mode by holding down the tab  
on the Power switch and turning it to the CAMERA or  
PLAYER mode.  
To Select the Camcorder Mode (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
✤
If you want to use this unit as a Camcorder, set the Mode  
<CAMERA mode>  
<PLAYER mode>  
switch to TAPE.  
✤
If you want to use this unit as a DSC (Digital Still Camera),  
Set the Mode switch to MEMORY CARD.  
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Preparation  
Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack  
✤
The amount of continuous recording time available depends on  
- The type and capacity of the Battery pack you are using.  
- How often the zoom function is used.  
It is recommended that you have several batteries available.  
Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack  
1. Attach the Battery pack to the Camcorder.  
2. Connect the AC Power adapter to an AC Cord and connect the AC Cord to  
a wall socket.  
3. Connect the DC cable to the DC jack socket on the Camcorder.  
4. Turn the Power switch to Off, and the charging indicator will start to flash,  
showing that the battery is charging.  
Power Switch  
Blinking time  
Charging rate  
Once per second  
Less than 50%  
Twice per second  
Three times per second  
Blinking stops and stays on  
50% ~ 75%  
75% ~ 90%  
90% ~ 100%  
4
On for a second and  
Error - Reset the Battery pack and  
off for a second  
the DC cable  
5. When the battery is fully charged, disconnect the Battery pack and the AC Power adapter from  
the Camcorder.  
<Charging indicator>  
Even with the Power switched Off, the Battery pack will still discharge.  
[ Notes ]  
■
The Battery pack may be charged a little at the time of purchase.  
■
To prevent reduction in the life and capacity of the Battery pack, always remove it from the Camcorder after it is fully charged.  
The amount of continuous recording time available depends on:  
- The type and capacity of the Battery pack 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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Preparation  
Table of continuous Recording Time based on Model and Battery Type.  
✤
✤
If you close the LCD screen, it switches off and the Viewfinder switches on automatically.  
The continuous recording times given in the table below are approximations.  
Actual recording time depends on usage.  
Time  
Continuous recording time  
Charging  
time  
Battery  
LCD ON  
VIEWFINDER ON  
Approx.  
1hr 20min  
Approx.  
1hr 20min  
Approx.  
1hr 30min  
SB-LSM80  
Approx.  
3hr  
Approx.  
2hr 40min  
Approx.  
3hr  
SB-LSM160  
[ Notes ]  
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The Battery pack should be recharged in an environment between 32 °F (0 °C)and 104 °F (40 °C).  
The Battery pack should never be charged in a room with a temperature that is below 32 °F (0 °C).  
The life and capacity of the Battery pack will be reduced if it is used in temperatures below 32 °F (0 °C) or left in temperatures  
above 104 °F (40 °C)for a long period of time, even when it is fully recharged.  
Do not put the Battery pack near any heat source (i.e.fire or a heater).  
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■
■
■
■
Do not disassemble, apply pressure to or heat 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.  
■
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Use SB-LSM80 or SB-LSM160 Battery pack only.  
It is recommended to use original battery pack that is available at SAMSUNG service centre.  
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Preparation  
Battery Level Display  
The battery level display indicates the amount of power remaining in the Battery pack.  
a. Fully charged  
b. 20~40% used  
c. 40~80% used  
d. 80~95% used  
e. Completely used (Blinking)  
(The Camcorder will turn off soon, change the battery as soon as possible)  
(Blinking)  
[ Notes ]  
■
Please refer to the Table on page 22 for approximate continuous recording time.  
■
The recording time is affected by temperature and environmental conditions.  
■
The recording time shortens dramatically in a cold environment.  
The continuous recording times in the operating instructions are measured using a fully charged Battery pack at 77 °F (25 °C).  
As the environmental temperature and conditions vary. The remaining battery time may differ from the approximate continuous  
recording times given in the instructions.  
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Preparation  
OSD (On Screen 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. Date/Time (see page 33)  
11. Zoom position (see page 44)  
12. Nite Pix (see page 49)  
13. Color Nite (see page 47)  
14. USB  
21. Tape counter  
22. Zero memory  
OSD in Camera Mode  
(VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
(see page 42)  
23. Record speed mode  
24. Operating mode  
25. Self timer  
(VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
26. Photo image  
27. Tele MACRO (see page 44)  
28. Audio playback  
26 25  
27  
24 23 22  
1
2
3
4
SP  
21  
0:00:11  
14min  
16BIt  
STBY  
10Sec  
Art  
20  
19  
5
6
7
8
9
18  
No Tape !  
Nite Pix  
17  
16  
15  
14  
S. 1/50  
[29]  
00:00 1.JAN.2005  
Color N.1/25  
13  
10  
29. Volume control (see page 70)  
30. DV IN (DV data transfer mode)  
(VP-D351i/D352i/D353i/D354i/  
D355i only) (see page 80)  
31. AV IN (VP-D351i/D352i/D353i/  
D354i/D355i only)  
W
T
11  
7
12  
…
…
†
†
S. 1/50  
[29]  
8
(VP-D352(i)/D353(i)/D354(i)/  
D355(i) only)  
OSD in Player Mode  
32. Audio dubbing  
32  
15. Remote (see page 28)  
(VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
16. Wind cut (see page 56)  
17. BLC (Back Light Compensation)  
(see page 46)  
(VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
(see page 77)  
SP  
√
0:00:00:10  
28  
33  
Sound[2]  
14min  
16BIt  
33. DEW (see page 7)  
34. Warning Indicator (see page 115)  
35. Message line (see page 115)  
34  
35  
No Tape !  
18. LED LIGHT  
31  
30  
AV In  
(VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
(see page 48)  
00:00 1.JAN.2005  
19. Audio recording mode  
(see page 55)  
…
†
[10]  
29  
20. Remaining tape  
(measured in minutes)  
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Preparation  
OSD (On Screen Display in M.Cam/M.Player Modes) (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
1. Photo quality  
OSD in M.Cam Mode  
2. CARD (Memory Card) indicator  
4
3
3. Image counter  
Total number of recordable still images.  
46  
3 min  
2
4. Image recording and loading indicator  
5. Erase protection indicator (see page 97)  
6. Print mark (see page 108)  
7. Folder number-file number (see page 89)  
8. JPEG image size  
No Memory Card !  
Nite Pix  
1
[29]  
00:00 1.JAN.2005  
W
T
9. Slide show  
…
[29]  
†
Turning the OSD (On Screen Display) On/Off  
Turning OSD on/off  
OSD in M.Player Mode  
■
9
Press the DISPLAY button on the left side control panel.  
- Each press of the button toggles the OSD function on and off.  
- When you turn the OSD off,  
2/46  
800X600  
Slide  
8
7
In CAMERA Mode: The STBY, REC modes are always displayed on the OSD, even  
when the OSD is turned off and the key input is displayed for 3 seconds  
then turned off.  
No Memory Card !  
5
6
001  
00:00 1.JAN.2005  
In PLAYER Mode: When you press any function button, the function is displayed  
100-0002  
on the OSD for 3 seconds before it turns off.  
■
Turning the Date/Time on/off  
To turn the Date/Time on or off, access the menu and change the Date/Time mode.  
(see page 33)  
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System Menu Setting  
Selecting the OSD Language  
✤
✤
The Language function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes.  
Select the appropriate OSD language from OSD List.  
1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER.  
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY CARD. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/355(i) only)  
3. Press the MENU button.  
1
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The menu list will appear.  
4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select System, then press the Menu selector.  
4
Camera Mode  
√System  
5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Language, then press the Menu selector.  
Clock Set  
■
The available language options are listed.  
Beep Sound  
Language  
√On  
√English  
√On  
Demonstration  
6. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select desired OSD language,  
then press the Menu selector.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
■
The OSD language is refreshed in selected language.  
7. To exit, press the MENU button.  
[ Note ]  
The word “Language” in the menu is always indicated in English.  
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System Menu Setting  
Setting the Clock  
✤
✤
Clock setup 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.  
4
5
8
1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER.  
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY CARD. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
3. Press the MENU button.  
Camera Mode  
√System  
Clock Set  
Beep Sound  
Language  
√On  
√English  
√On  
Demonstration  
■
The menu list will appear.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select System, then press the Menu selector.  
Camera Mode  
Back  
5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Clock Set, then press the Menu selector.  
…
Clock Set  
1 JAN 2005  
00 : 00†  
■
The year will highlight first.  
Beep Sound  
Language  
Demonstration  
6. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to set current Year, then press the Menu selector.  
■
The month will be highlighted.  
MENU  
Adjust  
Select  
Exit  
7. You can set the month, day, hour and minute following the same procedure for setting  
the year.  
Camera Mode  
Back  
Clock Set  
1 JAN 2005  
00 : 00  
8. Press the Menu selector after setting the minutes.  
Beep Sound  
Language  
■
The message Complete! will be displayed.  
Demonstration  
Complete!  
■
To adjust the clock, select the Year, Month, Day, Hour or Min by pressing the Menu selector,  
then move the Menu selector to the left or right to set respective values.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
9. To exit, press the MENU button.  
[ Notes ]  
■
After the Lithium battery loses its charge (after about 6 months), the date/time appears on the screen as 00:00 1.JAN.2005.  
■
■
You can set the year up to 2037.  
If the Lithium battery is not installed, any input data will not be backed up.  
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System Menu Setting  
Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (Remote) (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) 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.  
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY CARD.  
3. Press the MENU button.  
1
■
The menu list will appear.  
4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select System, then press the Menu selector.  
5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Remote, then press the Menu selector.  
6. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select On or Off, then press the Menu selector.  
7. To exit, press the MENU button.  
4
6
Camera Mode  
√System  
Clock Set  
Remote  
√On  
Beep Sound  
Language  
√On  
√English  
√On  
Demonstration  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
Camera Mode  
Back  
[ Note ]  
Clock Set  
Remote  
If you set the Remote to Off in the menu and try to use it, the remote control icon(  
)
Off  
On  
will blink for 3 seconds on the LCD screen and then disappear.  
Beep Sound  
Language  
Demonstration  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
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System Menu Setting  
Setting the Beep Sound  
✤
✤
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.  
1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER.  
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY CARD. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
3. Press the MENU button.  
1
■
The menu list will appear.  
4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select System, then press the Menu selector.  
4
6
Camera Mode  
√System  
5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Beep Sound, then press the  
Clock Set  
Menu selector.  
Beep Sound  
Language  
√On  
√English  
√On  
Demonstration  
6. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select On or Off, then press the  
Menu selector.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
7. To exit, press the MENU button.  
Camera Mode  
Back  
Clock Set  
Beep Sound  
Language  
Off  
On  
Demonstration  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
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System Menu Setting  
Setting the Shutter Sound (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
✤
✤
The Shutter Sound 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.  
If the Power switch is set to PLAYER mode, set the Mode switch to TAPE.  
3. Press the MENU button.  
■
The menu list will appear.  
4
6
4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select System, then press the Menu selector.  
Player Mode  
√System  
Clock Set  
5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Shutter Sound, then press the  
Beep Sound  
Shutter Sound  
USB Version  
Language  
√On  
√On  
Menu selector.  
√USB 2.0  
√English  
6. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select On or Off, then press the Menu selector.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
7. To exit, press the MENU button.  
Player Mode  
Back  
Clock Set  
Beep Sound  
Shutter Sound  
USB Version  
Language  
Off  
On  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
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System Menu Setting  
Viewing the Demonstration  
✤
✤
Before you begin: Make Sure that there is no tape inserted in the Camcorder. (see page 36)  
Demonstration automatically shows you the major functions that are included with your  
Camcorder so that you may use them more easily.  
1
✤
✤
The Demonstration function may only be used in the Camera mode without a tape inserted in  
the Camcorder.  
The Demonstration operates repeatedly until the Demonstration mode switched Off.  
1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA.  
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
3. Press the MENU button.  
4
6
Camera Mode  
√System  
Clock Set  
Beep Sound  
Language  
√On  
■
The menu list will appear.  
√English  
√On  
Demonstration  
4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select System, then press the Menu selector.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Demonstration, then press the  
Menu selector.  
Camera Mode  
Back  
Clock Set  
6. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select On, then press the Menu selector.  
Beep Sound  
Language  
Demonstration  
Off  
On  
7. Press the MENU button.  
■
The Demonstration will begin.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
8. To quit the Demonstration, press the MENU button.  
Samsung Camcorder is...  
[ Notes ]  
■
The Demonstration mode is automatically activated when the Camcorder is left idle for more than  
[Digital Camcorder]  
Demonstration  
10 minutes after switching to the Camera mode (no tape is inserted in the Camcorder).  
■
If you press other buttons (FADE, BLC, PHOTO, EASY.Q) during the Demonstration mode,  
the demonstration stops temporarily and resumes 10 minutes later if you do not operate any other  
functions.  
■
While setting the NITE PIX to ON, the Demonstration function does not work.  
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Display Menu Setting  
Adjusting the LCD Screen  
✤
✤
This function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes.  
Your Camcorder is equipped with a 2.36 inch colour Liquid Crystal Display(LCD) screen, which enables you to view what you  
are recording or playing back directly.  
✤
Depending on the conditions under which you are using the Camcorder (indoors or outdoors for example), you can adjust;  
- LCD Bright  
- LCD Colour  
1
1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER.  
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY CARD. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
3. Press the MENU button.  
■
The menu list will appear.  
4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Display, then press the Menu selector.  
4
6
Camera Mode  
√Display  
LCD Bright  
LCD Colour  
Date/Time  
5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select the item you want to adjust  
(LCD Bright or LCD Colour), then press the Menu selector.  
√Off  
√On  
TV Display  
6. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to adjust the value of the selected item  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
(LCD Bright or LCD Colour), then press the Menu selector.  
■
You can set values for LCD Bright and LCD Colour between 0~35.  
Camera Mode  
Back  
LCD Bright  
LCD Colour  
Date/Time  
TV Display  
7. To exit, press the MENU button.  
[18]  
■
LCD Bright & LCD Colour functions do not affect the brightness and colour of the image  
to be recorded.  
MENU  
Adjust  
Select  
Exit  
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Display Menu Setting  
Displaying the Date/Time  
✤
✤
The Date/Time function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes.  
The date and time are automatically recorded on a special data area of the tape.  
1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER.  
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY CARD. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
3. Press the MENU button.  
1
■
The menu list will appear.  
4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Display, then press the Menu selector.  
4
6
Camera Mode  
√Display  
5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Date/Time, then press the Menu selector.  
LCD Bright  
LCD Colour  
Date/Time  
TV Display  
√Off  
√On  
6. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select the display type of the Date/Time,  
then press the Menu selector.  
■
Display type of the Date/Time: Off, Date, Time, Date&Time  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
7. To exit, press the MENU button.  
Camera Mode  
Back  
LCD Bright  
LCD Colour  
Date/Time  
TV Display  
[ Notes ]  
Off  
■
The Date/Time will read 00:00 1.JAN.2005 in the following conditions.  
Date  
Time  
Date&Time  
- During playback of a blank section of a tape.  
- If the tape was recorded before setting the Date/Time in the Camcorder.  
- When the Lithium battery becomes weak or dead.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
■
Before you use the Date/Time function, you must set the clock. See Setting the Clock on page 27.  
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Display Menu Setting  
Setting the TV Display  
✤
✤
The TV Display function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes.  
You can select the output path of the OSD (On Screen Display).  
- Off: The OSD appears in the LCD screen and Viewfinder only.  
- On: The OSD appears in the LCD screen, Viewfinder and 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.  
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY CARD. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
3. Press the MENU button.  
1
■
The menu list will appear.  
4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Display, then press the Menu selector.  
4
Camera Mode  
√Display  
5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select TV Display, then press the Menu selector.  
LCD Bright  
LCD Colour  
Date/Time  
√Off  
√On  
6. To activate TV Display function, move the Menu selector to the left or right to select On or Off,  
TV Display  
then press the Menu selector.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
7. To exit, press the MENU button.  
6
Camera Mode  
Back  
LCD Bright  
LCD Colour  
Date/Time  
TV Display  
Off  
On  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
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Basic Recording  
Using the Viewfinder  
✤
✤
In the PLAYER mode, the Viewfinder will work when the LCD screen is closed.  
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 the focus adjustment knob of the Viewfinder to focus the picture.  
[ Notes ]  
■
Viewing the sun or any strong light source through the Viewfinder for a prolonged period may be harmful, or cause temporary  
impairment.  
■
The Viewfinder will work either in PLAYER mode with LCD screen closed or in CAMERA mode with LCD screen closed or facing  
the front.  
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Basic Recording  
Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette  
✤
When inserting a tape or 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
2
1. Connect a power source and slide the TAPE EJECT switch.  
■
The cassette door opens automatically.  
2. Insert a tape into the cassette compartment with the tape window facing  
outward and the protection tab toward the top. (Inserting a Cassette)  
■
Remove the cassette tape, which is automatically ejected by pulling the  
3-1  
3-2  
cassette out. (Ejecting a Cassette)  
PUSH  
3. Press the area marked PUSH on the cassette door until it clicks into place.  
■
Be careful to keep the hand strap away from the cassette door when closing  
it. Closing the cassette door with the hand strap inside may cause a damage  
to the set.  
■
The cassette is loaded automatically.  
a
b
SAVE  
REC  
[ Note ]  
When you have recorded something that you wish to keep, you can protect it so that it will not be accidentally  
erased.  
a. Protecting a tape:  
Push the safety tab on the cassette so that the hole is uncovered.  
b. Removing the tape protection:  
If you no longer wish to keep the recording on the cassette, push the safety tab back so that it covers  
the hole.  
How to store a tape  
a. Avoid places with magnets or magnetic interference.  
b. Avoid humidity and dust prone places.  
c. Keep the tape in an upright position and avoid storing it in direct sunlight.  
d. Avoid dropping or knocking your tapes.  
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Hints for Stable Image Recording  
✤
✤
While recording, it is very important to hold the Camcorder correctly.  
Fix the lens cover firmly by clipping it to the hand strap. (see page 18)  
Recording with the LCD Screen  
1. Hold the Camcorder firmly using the hand strap.  
2. Place your right elbow against your side.  
3. Place your left hand under or beside the LCD screen to support and adjust it.  
Do not touch the built-in microphone.  
4. Choose a comfortable, stable position for the shots that you are taking.  
You can lean against a wall or on a table for greater stability.  
Do not forget to breathe gently.  
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 not to touch the built-in microphone.  
4. Choose a comfortable, stable position for the shots that you are taking.  
You can lean against a wall or on a table for greater stability.  
5. To view an object through the Viewfinder, pull it out until you hear the click sound.  
Excessive force may cause damage to the Viewfinder.  
6. Place your eye firmly against the Viewfinder eyecup.  
7. Use the Viewfinder frame as a guide to determine the horizontal plane.  
8. Whenever possible, use a tripod.  
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Various Recording Techniques  
✤
In some situations different recording techniques may be required for more dramatic results.  
1. General recording.  
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2
4
2. Downward recording.  
Making a recording with a top view of the LCD screen.  
3. Upward recording.  
Making a recording viewing the LCD screen from below.  
3
5
4. Self recording.  
Making a recording viewing the LCD screen from the front.  
5. Recording with the Viewfinder.  
In circumstances where it is difficult to use the LCD screen,  
the Viewfinder can be used as a convenient alternative.  
[ Note ]  
Please rotate the LCD screen carefully as excessive rotation may cause damage to  
the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD screen to the Camcorder.  
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Making your First Recording  
1. Connect a power source to the Camcorder. (see page 20)  
(A Battery pack or a AC Power adapter)  
1
4
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.  
3
(VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
Make sure that STBY is displayed.  
■
If the write protection tab of the cassette is open(set to save),  
STOP and Protection! will be displayed.  
Release the write protection tab to record.  
■
Make sure the image you want to record appears on the LCD screen or Viewfinder.  
■
Make sure the battery level indicates that there is enough remaining power for your expected recording time.  
4. To start recording, press the Start/Stop button.  
■
REC ● is displayed on the LCD screen.  
To stop recording, press the Start/Stop button again.  
■
STBY is displayed on the LCD screen.  
[ Note ]  
Detach the Battery pack when you are finished recording to prevent unnecessary battery power consumption.  
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Using EASY.Q Mode (for Beginners)  
✤
✤
The EASY.Q mode works only in Camera mode.  
The EASY.Q mode allows a beginner to easily make good recordings.  
1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA.  
1
3
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) 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 be displayed.  
■
The word EASY.Q will appear on the LCD screen at the same time.  
However, the Date/Time will only be seen if it has been previously set. (see page 33)  
4. Press the Start/Stop button to start recording.  
Recording will begin using the basic automatic settings.  
5. Press the EASY.Q button again in the STBY mode and then turn the EASY.Q mode off.  
■
The EASY.Q function will not turn off while you are recording.  
■
The camcorder will return to the settings that were set prior to activating EASY.Q mode.  
SP  
0:00:10  
60min  
STBY  
[ Notes ]  
■
In EASY.Q mode, certain functions are not available, such as Menu, BLC, Manual focus.  
If you want to use these functions, you must first turn the EASY.Q mode off.  
■
The EASY.Q mode settings are deleted when the Battery pack is removed from the Camcorder and  
must be reset when the Battery pack is replaced.  
■
EASY.Q mode will not turn off during a recording.  
■
Taking a photo image using the PHOTO button while EASY.Q is set releases DIS function.  
■
Digital Zoom, COLOR NITE SHUTTER or Digital Effect is not available in the EASY.Q mode.  
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When a cassette is loaded and the Camcorder is left in the STBY mode for more than 5 minutes without being used,  
it will switch off automatically.  
To use it again, press the Start/Stop button or set the Power switch to O and then back to CAMERA.  
This auto power off feature is designed to save battery power.  
Record Search (REC SEARCH)  
■
You can view a recording using the REC SEARCH +, - function in STBY mode.  
REC SEARCH - enables you to play the recording backwards and  
REC SEARCH + enables you to play it forwards, for as long as you keep each button pressed  
down.  
■
If you press the REC SEARCH - button in STBY mode, your Camcorder will play  
in reverse for 3 seconds and return to the original position automatically.  
[ Note ]  
Mosaic shaped distortion may appear on the screen while in Record Search mode.  
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Basic Recording  
Setting the Zero Memory (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
✤
✤
The ZERO MEMORY function works in both Camera and Player modes.  
You can mark a point on a tape that you want to return to following playback.  
1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER.  
1
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE.  
3. Press the ZERO MEMORY button on the remote control before the recording or during playback  
at the point where you wish to return.  
■
The time code is changed to a tape counter that is set to ZERO MEMORY with the  
0:00:00 (ZERO MEMORY indicator).  
■
If you want to cancel the ZERO MEMORY function, press the ZERO MEMORY button again.  
4. Finding the zero position.  
■
When you have finished playback, fast forward or rewind the tape in stop mode.  
The tape stops automatically when it reaches the zero position.  
œ
■
When you have finished recording, set the Power switch to PLAYER and press  
the  
(REW) button.  
The tape stops automatically when it reaches the zero position.  
5. The tape counter with the  
(ZERO MEMORY indicator) disappears from the display and the  
tape counter is changed to the time code.  
[ Notes ]  
■
In the following situations, ZERO MEMORY mode may be canceled automatically:  
- At the end of the section marked with the ZERO MEMORY function.  
- When the tape is ejected.  
- When you remove the Battery pack or power supply.  
■
The ZERO MEMORY may not function correctly where there is a break between recordings on the tape.  
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Basic Recording  
Self Record using the Remote Control (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
✤
✤
The SELF TIMER function works only in Camera mode.  
When you use the Self Timer function on the remote control, the recording begins automatically in 10 seconds.  
1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA.  
1
3
4
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE.  
3. Press the SELF TIMER button until the appropriate indicator is displayed in the LCD screen.  
4. Press the Start/Stop button to start the timer.  
- Self Timer starts counting down from 10 with a beep sound.  
- In the last one second of the countdown, the beep sound gets faster, then recording starts  
automatically.  
- If you want to cancel the Self Timer function before recording, press the SELF TIMER button.  
5. Press the Start/Stop button again when you wish to stop recording.  
œ
[ Notes ]  
■
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 control angle is up to 30 degrees left /right from the centre line.  
œ
■
Using a tripod is recommended for delayed recording.  
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Zooming In and Out  
✤
✤
✤
✤
The Zoom function works in both Camera and M.Cam modes.  
Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in a scene.  
You can zoom using variable zoom speeds.  
Use these features for different shots. Please note that over-use of the 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, move it further  
for a high-speed zoom.  
TELE  
■
Your zooming is monitored on the OSD.  
2. T(Telephoto) side: Subject appears closer.  
WIDE  
3. W(Wide angle) side: Subject appears farther away.  
W
T
■
You can record a subject that is about 10mm (about 0.5 inch)  
away from the lens surface in the Wide position.  
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 (19.7 inches) ~ 100 Cm (39.4 inches).  
1. Press the MACRO button.  
■
Tele Macro Icon ( ) will be displayed.  
2. If you want to cancel the Tele Macro function, press the MACRO button again.  
[ Notes ]  
■
When recording in Tele Macro mode, the focus speed may be slow.  
■
STBY  
SP  
When you operate the Zoom function in the Tele Macro mode, the recording subject  
0:39:40  
25min  
may be out of focus.  
■
Use a tripod to prevent hand shake in the Tele Macro mode.  
■
Avoid shadows when recording in the Tele Macro mode.  
■
As the distance to the subject decreases, focusing area narrows.  
■
When you can not get proper focus, use the Zoom lever.  
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Using the Fade In and Out  
✤
✤
The FADE function works only in Camera mode.  
You can give your recording a professional look by using special effects  
such as fade in at the beginning of a sequence or fade out at the end of  
a sequence.  
3
4
5
6
SP  
SP  
0:00:05  
60min  
STBY  
➔
➔
To Start Recording  
REC  
REC  
●
0:00:20  
60min  
1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA.  
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
3. Before recording, hold down the FADE button.  
√
√
■
The picture and sound gradually disappear (fade out).  
4. Press the Start/Stop button and at the same time  
release the FADE button.  
SP  
SP  
0:00:25  
60min  
●
Recording starts and the picture and sound gradually  
appear (fade in).  
➔
➔
To Stop Recording (use Fade In/Fade Out)  
5. When you wish to stop recording, hold down the  
0:00:30  
60min  
STBY  
FADE button.  
■
The picture and sound gradually disappear (fade out).  
6. When the picture has disappeared,  
press the Start/Stop button to stop recording.  
Hold down the FADE button  
a. Fade Out  
Gradual disappearance  
a. Fade Out  
(Approx. 4 seconds)  
b. Fade In  
(Approx. 4 seconds)  
Gradual appearance  
b. Fade In  
Release the FADE button  
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Using Back Light Compensation Mode (BLC)  
✤
✤
BLC works in both Camera and M.Cam modes.  
Back lighting exists when the subject is darker than the background:  
- The subject is in front of a window.  
- The person to be recorded is wearing white or shiny clothes and  
is placed against a bright background; the person’s face is too dark to  
distinguish his/her features.  
- The subject is outdoors and the background is overcast.  
- The light sources are too bright.  
<BLC off>  
<BLC on>  
- The subject is against a snowy background.  
3
4
1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA.  
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY CARD. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
3. Press the BLC button.  
■
BLC icon ( ) will be displayed.  
4. To exit BLC mode, press the BLC button again.  
SP  
0:00:10  
60min  
STBY  
■
Each press of the BLC button toggles: Normal ➝ BLC ➝ Normal.  
[ Notes ]  
■
When NITE PIX to set to ON, the BLC function does not work.  
■
The BLC function will not operate in EASY.Q mode.  
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Basic Recording  
Using the Color Nite Shutter  
✤
✤
✤
COLOR NITE SHUTTER function 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
3
1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA.  
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
3. Press the COLOR NITE SHUTTER button.  
4. Each time you press the COLOR NITE SHUTTER button, shutter speed is changed to;  
√
√
Color N. 1/25, Color N. 1/13 and off. (VP-D351(i)/D352(i) only)  
Color N. 1/25, Color N. 1/13, Color N. 1/13( ) and off. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
[ Notes ]  
■
The COLOR NITE SHUTTER will not turn ON or OFF while you are recording.  
■
■
When using COLOR NITE SHUTTER the image takes on a slow motion like effect.  
When using the COLOR NITE SHUTTER function, the focus adjusts slowly and the  
white dots may appear on the screen, this is not a defect.  
4
SP  
0:00:10  
60min  
STBY  
■
■
COLOR NITE SHUTTER is not available while DIS, Photo image recording or EASY.Q is in use.  
Digital Zoom, Photo image recording,16:9 Wide, Emboss2, Pastel2, Mirror or Mosaic is not  
available in the COLOR NITE SHUTTER mode.  
■
If DIS or EASY.Q is set, COLOR NITE SHUTTER mode will be released.  
Color N.1/25  
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Using the Color Nite Shutter with LED Light (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
✤
✤
✤
COLOR NITE SHUTTER function works only in Camera mode.  
The LED light enables you to record a subject in dark places without sacrificing colour.  
The LED light can be used with COLOR NITE SHUTTER function only.  
1
3
1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA.  
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE.  
3. Press the COLOR NITE/LED LIGHT button until Color N. 1/13 ( ) appears on the display.  
[ Notes ]  
■
The COLOR NITE/LED LIGHT will not turn ON or OFF while you are recording.  
■
The range of the LED light is limited. (up to 6.6ft (2m))  
Danger  
■
The LED light can become extremely hot.  
■
Do not touch it while in operation or soon after turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result.  
SP  
0:00:10  
60min  
STBY  
■
Do not place the Camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the LED light,  
since it remains extremely hot for some time.  
■
Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.  
Color N. 1/13  
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Basic Recording  
Nite Pix (0 lux recording)  
✤
✤
The Nite Pix function 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
3
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY CARD. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
3. Slide the NITE PIX switch to ON.  
■
Nite Pix indicator ( ) appears on the LCD screen.  
■
The infrared light is turned on automatically.  
4. To cancel the Nite Pix function, slide the NITE PIX switch to OFF.  
[ Notes ]  
■
The maximum recording distance using the infrared light is about 3 m (about 10 feet).  
■
If you use the Nite Pix function in normal recording situations (ex. outdoors by day),  
the recorded picture may be tinted green.  
■
Nite Pix is not available while taking a photo image.  
SP  
0:00:10  
60min  
STBY  
■
In the Nite Pix mode, certain functions are not available, such as Exposure, White Balance,  
Program AE, Digital Effect and BLC.  
■
If focusing is difficult in the auto focus mode when using the Nite Pix function, focus manually.  
■
Do not cover the Infrared Light with your hand.  
■
Nite Pix  
Do not set the NITE PIX to ON in bright lighting. It might damage the CCD (Charge Coupled Device).  
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Power Nite Pix  
✤
✤
✤
✤
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 Nite Pix is not available while taking a photo image or with EASY.Q is in use.  
1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA.  
1
3
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
3. Turn on the NITE PIX switch, and then press the COLOR NITE SHUTTER button.  
4. Press the COLOR NITE SHUTTER button to set shutter speed.  
■
When using Power Nite Pix, the image takes on a slow motion like effect.  
■
The slow shutter function enables you to record a subject more brightly.  
5. Each time you press the COLOR NITE SHUTTER button, the shutter speed changes to  
Color N. 1/25, Color N. 1/13, Color N. 1/13 ( ) and off in order.  
6. To cancel the Power Nite Pix function, press the COLOR NITE SHUTTER button to set  
to off and then turn off the NITE PIX switch.  
4
STBY  
SP  
0:00:10  
60min  
[ Notes ]  
■
The Power Nite Pix function will not turn ON or OFF while you are recording.  
■
The maximum recording distance using the infrared light is about 3 m (about 10 feet).  
■
If you use the Power Nite Pix function in normal recording situations (ex. outdoors by day),  
Power Nite Pix  
the recorded picture may contain unnatural colours.  
■
In the Power Nite Pix mode, certain functions are not available, such as Exposure, White Balance,  
Color N.1/13  
Program AE, Digital Effect, BLC, Digital Zoom and Manual Focus.  
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Advanced Recording  
Use of various Functions  
Setting menu items  
Available mode  
.
Main Menu  
Sub Menu  
Functions  
Page  
.
Player  
M Player  
Camera  
M Cam  
!
!
Camera  
Program AE  
Selecting the Program AE Function  
Setting White Balance  
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
63, 64  
59  
White Balance  
Digital Effect  
DIS  
✔
Setting the Digital special effect  
Selecting the Digital Image Stabilising  
Selecting Digital Zoom  
65, 66  
61  
Digital Zoom  
Photo Search  
Photo Copy  
Audio Select  
Rec Mode  
Audio Mode  
Wind Cut  
67  
Tape  
Searching pictures recorded in Tape  
Copying still images from a cassette to Memory card  
Selecting the Audio playback channel  
Selecting the recording speed  
Selecting Sound Quality for recording  
Minimising wind noise  
✔
68  
✔
105  
✔
78  
Record  
✔
✔
✔
✔ @  
✔
54  
55  
✔
56  
AV In/Out  
@
Selecting the AV input/output  
Selecting the memory type  
✔
76  
Memory  
Memory Type  
Photo Quality  
M.Play Select  
Delete  
#
✔
✔
✔
✔
90  
!
Selecting Image Quality  
✔
91, 92  
103, 104  
99, 100  
99  
Selecting Storage Media (Photo, Movie) to playback  
Deleting Files  
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
Delete All  
Deleting All files  
Protect  
Preventing Accidental Erasure  
Print images recorded on a Memory Card  
Copying the image of Memory card to int. memory  
Formatting the Memory Card  
File Naming Options  
97, 98  
108, 109  
107  
Print Mark  
Copy To  
Format  
File No.  
#
101  
✔
93  
(!): VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only  
(@): VP-D351i/D352i/D353i/D354i/D355i only  
(#): VP-D354(i)/D355(i) only  
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Advanced Recording  
Available mode  
.
Main Menu  
Sub Menu  
Functions  
Page  
.
Player  
M Player  
Camera  
M Cam  
✔
!
!
Display  
LCD Bright  
Setting the Brightness tone of the LCD screen  
Setting the Colour tones of the LCD screen  
Setting the Date and Time  
Selecting OSD on/off of TV  
Setting the time  
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
32  
32  
33  
34  
27  
28  
29  
30  
83  
82  
26  
31  
LCD Colour  
Date/Time  
TV Display  
Clock Set  
✔
✔
✔
System  
✔
Remote  
!
Using the remote control  
✔
Beep Sound  
Shutter Sound  
USB Version  
USB Connect  
Language  
Setting the Beep sound  
✔
!
Setting the Shutter sound  
Setting the USB Version  
Setting the USB  
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
$
$
Selecting the OSD language  
Demonstration  
✔
✔
✔
✔
Demonstration  
(!): VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only  
($): VP-D352(i)/D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only  
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Advanced Recording  
Function availability in each Mode  
Requested  
Mode  
Digital Effects  
Digital functions  
Nite Pix  
Operating  
Mode  
the other  
PHOTO  
Color Nite  
Shutter  
16:9  
Emboss2, Pastel2  
DIS  
Digital Zoom  
Digital Effect  
(TAPE)  
Wide  
Mirror, Mosaic  
✩
✕
✕
✩
✕
✕
✩
✕
✕
✕
✩
✕
✕
O
O
✕
O
O
O
✕
O
DIS  
✩
Digital Zoom  
✕
✕
✕
✕
PHOTO(TAPE)  
✕
✕
Color Nite Shutter  
16:9 Wide  
Emboss2  
Pastel2  
Mirror  
Digital  
Effects  
✕
O
Mosaic  
the other  
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
Digital Effect  
Nite Pix  
✕
✕
✕
O : The requested mode will work in this operating 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.)  
[ Notes ]  
When you select an item that cannot be changed, an error message will be displayed.  
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Selecting the Record Mode  
✤
✤
The Record Mode function works in both Camera and Player (VP-D351i/D352i/D353i/D354i/D355i only) modes.  
This Camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard play) mode and in LP (long play) mode.  
- SP (standard play): This mode permits 60 minutes of recording time with a DVM60 tape.  
- LP (long play): This mode permits 90 minutes of recording time with a DVM60 tape.  
1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER.  
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
3. Press the MENU button.  
4
Camera Mode  
√Record  
Rec Mode  
√SP  
Audio Mode  
Wind Cut  
√12Bit  
√Off  
■
The menu list will appear.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Record, then press the Menu selector.  
6
Camera Mode  
Back  
Rec Mode  
Audio Mode  
Wind Cut  
5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Rec Mode, then press the Menu  
SP  
LP  
selector.  
6. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select desired record mode (SP or LP),  
then press the Menu selector.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
7. To exit, press the MENU button.  
7
STBY  
SP  
0:00:10  
60min  
■
The selected icon will be displayed.  
[ Notes ]  
■
We recommend that you use this Camcorder to play back any tapes recorded on this Camcorder.  
Playing back a tape recorded in other equipment may produce mosaic shaped distortion.  
■
When you record a tape in SP and LP modes, or LP mode only, the playback picture may be distorted  
or the time code may not be written properly if there is a gap between scenes.  
Record using SP mode for best picture and sound quality.  
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Selecting Audio Mode  
✤
✤
The Audio Mode function works in both Camera and Player modes.  
This Camcorder records sound in two ways. (12Bit, 16Bit)  
- 12Bit: You can record two 12bit stereo sound tracks.  
The original stereo sound can be recorded onto the Main (Sound1) track.  
Additional stereo sound can be dubbed onto the Sub (Sound2) track.  
- 16Bit: You can record one high quality stereo sound using the 16bit recording mode.  
Audio dubbing is not possible when using this mode.  
1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER.  
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
3. Press the MENU button.  
4
6
7
Camera Mode  
√Record  
Rec Mode  
Audio Mode  
Wind Cut  
√SP  
√12Bit  
√Off  
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The menu list will appear.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Record, then press the Menu selector.  
Camera Mode  
Back  
Rec Mode  
Audio Mode  
Wind Cut  
5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Audio Mode, then press  
12Bit  
16Bit  
the Menu selector.  
6. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select desired audio mode(12Bit or 16Bit),  
then press the Menu selector.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
7. To exit, press the MENU button.  
SP  
0:00:10  
60min  
16Bit  
STBY  
[ Note ]  
When 12Bit is selected, no 12Bit indication will be displayed on the screen.  
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Cutting Off Wind Noise (Wind Cut)  
✤
The Wind Cut function works in both Camera and Player (Audio dubbing) modes.  
Use the Wind Cut when recording in windy places such as the beach or near buildings.  
The Wind Cut function minimises wind noise or other noise while recording.  
✤
- When the wind cut is on, some low pitched tones are eliminated along with the sound of the wind.  
1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER.  
4
Camera Mode  
√Record  
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
3. Press the MENU button.  
Rec Mode  
√SP  
√12Bit  
√Off  
Audio Mode  
Wind Cut  
4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Record, then press the Menu selector.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Wind Cut, then press the Menu  
6
Camera Mode  
Back  
Rec Mode  
Audio Mode  
Wind Cut  
selector.  
Off  
On  
6. To activate the Wind Cut function, move the Menu selector to the left or right to select On,  
then press the Menu selector.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
7. To exit, press the MENU button.  
■
Wind Cut (  
) icon will be displayed on the LCD screen when you turn the Wind Cut On.  
7
STBY  
SP  
0:00:10  
60min  
[ Note ]  
Make sure Wind Cut is set to off when you want the microphone to be as sensitive as possible.  
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Setting the Shutter Speed & Exposure  
✤
✤
✤
You can set Shutter Speed 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
SP  
0:00:10  
60min  
STBY  
Off  
1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA.  
DIS  
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
3. Press the Menu selector.  
Program AE  
White Balance  
Shutter  
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Quick menu list will appear.  
Exposure  
Manual Focus  
4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Shutter or Exposure, then press the  
Menu selector.  
MENU  
Exit  
5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Manual, then press the Menu selector.  
6. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select desired shutter speed or exposure,  
then press the Menu selector.  
SP  
0:00:10  
60min  
STBY  
5
6
DIS  
Program AE  
White Balance  
Shutter  
■
Shutter speed can be set to 1/50, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, 1/4000 or 1/10000.  
■
Exposure value can be set between 00 and 29.  
Manua…l  
†
Exposure  
Manual Focus  
7. To exit, press the MENU button.  
■
MENU  
Selected settings are displayed on the screen.  
Exit  
Recommended Shutter Speeds when Recording  
✤
Outdoor sports such as golf or tennis: 1/2000 or 1/4000  
…
†
S. 1/50  
[29]  
✤
Moving cars or trains or other rapidly moving vehicles such as roller coasters: 1/1000, 1/500 or  
1/250  
✤
Indoor sports such as basketball: 1/120  
…
†
[ Notes ]  
■
If you manually change the Shutter Speed and the Exposure value when Program AE option is selected,  
manual changes are applied first.  
■
■
The image may not seem as smooth when a high Shutter Speed is set.  
The Camcorder returns to the auto shutter and auto exposure settings when you set the NITE PIX to ON,  
or change to the EASY.Q modes.  
■
When recording with a Shutter Speed of 1/1000 or higher, make sure the sun is not shining into the lens.  
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Auto Focus/Manual Focus  
✤
✤
The Auto Focus/Manual Focus function works in both Camera and M.Cam modes.  
In most situations, it is better to use the automatic focus feature, as it enables you to concentrate on the creative side  
of your recording.  
✤
Manual focusing may be necessary under certain conditions that make automatic focusing difficult and/or unreliable.  
Manual Focus can be set in the Quick Menu.  
a
b
Auto Focusing  
✤
If you are inexperienced in the use of Camcorders, we recommend that you make use  
of Auto Focus.  
Manual Focusing  
c
d
✤
In the following situations, you may obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually.  
a. A picture containing several objects, some close to the Camcorder,  
others further away.  
4
5
SP  
0:00:10  
60min  
STBY  
b. A person enveloped in fog or surrounded by snow.  
c. Very shiny or glossy surfaces like a car.  
DIS  
Program AE  
White Balance  
Shutter  
d. People or objects moving constantly or quickly like an athlete or a crowd.  
Exposure  
Manual Focus  
…
†
1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA.  
On  
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY CARD. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
3. Press the Menu selector.  
MENU  
Exit  
4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Manual Focus, then press the Menu  
selector.  
SP  
0:00:10  
60min  
STBY  
5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select On, then press the Menu selector.  
■
M.Focus(  
) icon will blink.  
6. Move the Menu selector to the left or right until the object is in focus.  
[ Note ]  
Manual Focus is not available in the EASY.Q mode.  
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Setting the White Balance  
✤
✤
✤
The White Balance function works in both Camera and M.Cam modes.  
The White Balance is a recording function that preserves the unique image colour of the object in any recording condition.  
You may select the appropriate White Balance mode to obtain good quality image colour.  
■
■
■
A
Auto ( ): This mode is generally used to control the White Balance automatically.  
Hold ( ):This holds the current White Balance value.  
Indoor ( ): This controls the White Balance according to the indoor ambience.  
- Under halogen or studio/video lighting  
- Subject is of one dominant colour  
4
Camera Mode  
√Camera  
- Close up  
Program AE  
White Balance  
Digital Effect  
DIS  
√Auto  
√Auto  
√Off  
■
Outdoor ( ): This controls the White Balance according to the outdoor ambience.  
- In daylight, especially for close up and where the subject is of one dominant colour.  
√Off  
Digital Zoom  
√Off  
1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY CARD. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
3. Press the MENU button.  
6
7
Camera Mode  
Back  
Program AE  
White Balance  
Digital Effect  
DIS  
Auto  
A
■
The menu list will appear.  
Hold  
Indoor  
Outdoor  
Digital Zoom  
4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Camera, then press the Menu selector.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select White Balance, then press the  
Menu selector.  
SP  
0:00:10  
60min  
STBY  
6. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select desired mode(Auto, Hold, Indoor or  
Outdoor), then press the Menu selector.  
7. To exit, press the MENU button.  
■
When the Auto mode is selected, no icon will be displayed on the screen.  
<When the Outdoor option was selected>  
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Using Quick Menu: White Balance  
✤
✤
Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by using the Menu selector.  
Quick menu provides easier access to frequently used menus without using the MENU button.  
1. Press the Menu selector.  
1
3
4
SP  
0:00:10  
60min  
STBY  
Off  
2. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select White Balance, then press the  
DIS  
Program AE  
White Balance  
Shutter  
Menu selector.  
Exposure  
Manual Focus  
3. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select desired mode(Auto, Hold, Indoor or  
MENU  
Outdoor), then press the Menu selector.  
Exit  
4. To exit, press the MENU button.  
SP  
0:00:10  
60min  
STBY  
DIS  
Program AE  
White Balance  
Shutter  
…
†
[ Notes ]  
Auto  
A
■
When NITE PIX is set to ON, the White Balance function does not work.  
Exposure  
Manual Focus  
■
The White Balance function will not operate in EASY.Q mode.  
MENU  
Exit  
■
Turn the Digital Zoom off (if necessary) to set a more accurate white balance.  
■
Reset the white balance if lighting conditions change.  
■
During normal outdoor recording, setting to Auto may provide better results.  
SP  
0:00:10  
60min  
STBY  
<When the Outdoor option was selected>  
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Advanced Recording  
Setting the Digital Image Stabiliser (DIS)  
✤
✤
The DIS function works only in Camera mode.  
DIS (Digital Image Stabiliser) is a function that compensates for any shaking or hand movement while holding the  
Camcorder (within reasonable limits).  
✤
It provides more stable pictures when:  
- Recording with the zoom (DIS is not available in Digital Zoom mode.)  
- Recording a small object close-up  
- Recording and walking at the same time  
- Recording through the window of a vehicle  
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Camera Mode  
√Camera  
Program AE  
White Balance  
√Auto  
√Auto  
√Off  
1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA.  
Digital Effect  
DIS  
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
3. Press the MENU button.  
√Off  
Digital Zoom  
√Off  
■
The menu list will appear.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
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 DIS, then press the Menu selector.  
6. To activate the DIS function, move the Menu selector to the left or right to select On,  
then press the Menu selector.  
6
7
Camera Mode  
Back  
Program AE  
White Balance  
Digital Effect  
DIS  
■
If you do not want to use the DIS function, set the DIS menu to Off.  
Off  
On  
7. To exit, press the MENU button.  
Digital Zoom  
■
DIS(  
icon is displayed on the LCD screen.  
)
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
[ Notes ]  
SP  
0:00:10  
60min  
STBY  
■
Digital Zoom, COLOR NITE SHUTTER, 16:9 Wide, Emboss2, Pastel2, Mirror or Mosaic is not  
available in the DIS mode.  
■
When you press the PHOTO button while the DIS function is enabled, the DIS will be released shortly  
and resume automatically after the photo recording.  
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Using Quick Menu: Digital Image Stabiliser (DIS)  
✤
✤
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 selector.  
1
SP  
0:00:10  
60min  
STBY  
Off  
DIS  
2. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select DIS, then press the Menu selector.  
3. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select On or Off, then press the Menu selector.  
4. To exit, press the MENU button.  
Program AE  
White Balance  
Shutter  
Exposure  
Manual Focus  
MENU  
Exit  
2
SP  
0:00:10  
60min  
STBY  
On  
…
[ Notes ]  
DIS  
■
†
It is recommended that you deactivate the DIS function when using a tripod.  
Program AE  
White Balance  
Shutter  
■
If you use the DIS function, the picture quality may deteriorate.  
■
EASY.Q mode automatically sets the DIS to On.  
Exposure  
Manual Focus  
MENU  
Exit  
SP  
0:00:10  
60min  
STBY  
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Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (Program AE)  
✤
✤
✤
The Program AE function works only in Camera mode.  
The Program AE mode allows you to adjust shutter speeds and apertures to suit different recording conditions.  
They give you creative control over the depth of field.  
■
A
Auto mode (  
)
SP  
0:00:10  
60min  
STBY  
- Auto balance between the subject and the background.  
- To be used in normal conditions.  
- The shutter speed automatically varies from 1/50 to 1/250 per second, depending on the scene.  
■
■
Sports mode (  
)
For recording people or objects moving quickly.  
Portrait mode (  
)
- For focusing on the background of the subject, when the background is out of focus.  
- The Portrait mode is most effective when used outdoors.  
- The shutter speed automatically varies from 1/50 to 1/1000 per second.  
■
■
■
Spotlight mode (  
)
For recording correctly when there is only light on the subject and not the rest of the picture.  
Sand/Snow mode (  
)
For recording when people or objects are darker than the background because of reflected light from sand or snow.  
High Speed(High Shutter Speed) mode (  
For recording fast-moving subjects such as players in golf or tennis games.  
)
[ Notes ]  
■
While setting the NITE PIX to ON, the Program AE function does not work.  
■
The Program AE function will not operate in EASY.Q mode.  
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Setting the Program AE  
1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA.  
4
6
Camera Mode  
√Camera  
Program AE  
White Balance  
Digital Effect  
DIS  
√Auto  
√Auto  
√Off  
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
√Off  
3. Press the MENU button.  
Digital Zoom  
√Off  
■
The menu list will appear.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Camera, then press the Menu selector.  
Camera Mode  
Back  
5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Program AE, then press the Menu selector.  
Program AE  
White Balance  
Digital Effect  
DIS  
Auto  
A
■
Sports  
Portrait  
Spotlight  
The available options are listed.  
Digital Zoom  
Sand/Snow  
High Speed  
6. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select desired Program AE option, then press the  
Menu selector.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
7. To exit, press the MENU button.  
■
1
3
The icon of the selected mode will be displayed on the LCD screen.  
When the Auto mode is selected, no icon will be displayed on the screen.  
SP  
0:00:10  
60min  
STBY  
Off  
■
DIS  
Program AE  
White Balance  
Shutter  
Using Quick Menu: Program AE  
Exposure  
Manual Focus  
1. Press the Menu selector.  
MENU  
Exit  
2. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Program AE, then press  
SP  
0:00:10  
60min  
STBY  
the Menu selector.  
DIS  
…
†
Program AE  
White Balance  
Shutter  
Auto  
A
3. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select desired Program AE option,  
then press the Menu selector.  
Exposure  
Manual Focus  
MENU  
Exit  
4. To exit, press the MENU button.  
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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 to create.  
There are 11 Digital Effect modes.  
1
2
1. Art mode  
This mode gives the images a coarse effect.  
2. Mosaic mode  
This mode gives the images a mosaic effect.  
3
4
3. Sepia mode  
This mode gives the images a reddish-brown pigment.  
4. Negative mode  
This mode reverses the colours, creating a negative image.  
5
7
6
8
5. Mirror mode  
This mode cuts the picture in half, using a mirror effect.  
6. BLK & WHT mode  
This mode changes the images to black and white.  
7. Emboss1 mode  
This mode creates a 3D effect (embossing).  
8. Emboss2 mode  
This mode creates a 3D effect (embossing) on surrounding area of an image.  
9. Pastel1 mode  
9
10  
This mode applies a pale pastel drawing effect to an image.  
10. Pastel2 mode  
This mode applies a pale pastel drawing effect to surrounding area of an image.  
11. 16:9 Wide mode  
11  
Select to record a picture to be played back on a 16:9 Wide TV.  
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Selecting the Digital Effects  
1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA.  
1
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) 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 selector.  
6. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select the desired Digital Effect mode,  
then press the Menu selector.  
4
6
Camera Mode  
√Camera  
■
The display mode is set to the selected mode.  
Program AE  
White Balance  
Digital Effect  
DIS  
√Auto  
√Auto  
√Off  
7. To exit, press the MENU button.  
√Off  
[ Notes ]  
Digital Zoom  
√Off  
■
The Pastel2, Emboss2, 16:9 Wide, Mirror or Mosaic modes are not available while DIS or  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
COLOR NITE SHUTTER is in use.  
■
Digital Effect modes are not available while EASY.Q or NITE PIX is in use.  
■
Once DIS, EASY.Q or COLOR NITE SHUTTER is set, 16:9 Wide, Emboss2, Pastel2, Mirror or  
Camera Mode  
Back  
Mosaic modes will be released.  
Program AE  
White Balance  
Digital Effect  
DIS  
Off  
■
Digital Zoom is not available in the 16:9 Wide, Emboss2, Pastel2, Mirror or Mosaic modes.  
Art  
Mosaic  
Sepia  
Negative  
■
Digital Effect modes other than 16:9 Wide, Emboss2, Pastel2, Mirror or Mosaic are available while  
DIS is in use.  
Digital Zoom  
Mirror  
■
Setting the NITE PIX while Digital Effect is in use releases the Digital Effect, and releasing the  
▼
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
NITE PIX will set the Digital Effect to Off mode.  
■
Photo image recording is not available in the 16:9 Wide mode.  
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Zooming In and Out with Digital Zoom  
✤
Zoom works only in Camera mode.  
Selecting the Digital Zoom  
✤
Zooming more than 20x is achieved digitally, up to 900x when combined with optical zoom.  
The picture quality may deteriorate depending on how much you zoom in on the subject.  
We recommend that you use the DIS feature with Digital Zoom for picture stability. (see page 61)  
✤
✤
1
1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA.  
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) 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 Zoom, then press the Menu  
selector.  
4
6
Camera Mode  
6. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select desired zoom mode(Off, 100x, 200x,  
400x or 900x), then press the Menu selector.  
√Camera  
Program AE  
White Balance  
Digital Effect  
DIS  
√Auto  
√Auto  
√Off  
7. To exit, press the MENU button.  
√Off  
Digital Zoom  
√Off  
[ Notes ]  
■
MENU  
Maximum zooming may result in lower picture quality.  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
■
Digital Zoom is not available while DIS, EASY.Q, taking a photo image, COLOR NITE  
SHUTTER,16:9 Wide, Emboss2, Pastel2, Mirror or Mosaic is in use.  
Camera Mode  
Back  
■
Once taking a photo image, COLOR NITE SHUTTER, 16:9 Wide, Emboss2, Pastel2, Mirror or  
Program AE  
White Balance  
Digital Effect  
DIS  
Mosaic is set, Digital Zoom mode will be released. (The Digital Zoom mode will be backed up.)  
Off  
■
100x  
200x  
400x  
900x  
Once DIS or EASY.Q is set, Digital Zoom mode will be released.  
Digital Zoom  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
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Photo Image Recording  
✤
Photo image recording works only in Camera mode.  
1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA.  
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
3. Press the PHOTO button.  
■
The still picture is recorded for about 6~7 seconds.  
4. After the PHOTO has been recorded, the Camcorder returns to its previous mode.  
Searching for a Photo Image  
✤
The Photo Search works only in Player mode.  
4
6
Player Mode  
√Tape  
1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER.  
Photo Search  
Photo Copy  
Audio Select  
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
3. Press the MENU button.  
√Sound[1]  
■
The menu list will appear.  
4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Tape, then press the Menu selector.  
5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Photo Search, then press the Menu  
selector.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
SP  
Exit  
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25min  
6. Press the  
/
(REW/FF) buttons to select the photo.  
Photo Search  
■
The photo search process appears on LCD screen while you are searching.  
After completing the search, the Camcorder displays the still image.  
■
7. To exit, press the (STOP) or MENU button.  
[ Notes ]  
œœ /√√  
MENU  
Search  
Cancel  
SP  
Exit  
■
Taking a photo image while recording a video is not available.  
■
You can use the remote control to take a photo by using the PHOTO button on the remote control.  
Pressing the PHOTO button on the remote control records the still image at once with automatic  
focusing. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
0:44:38:03  
25min  
Photo Search  
■
When there are no still images recorded on the tape, it will be fully rewound or forwarded.  
Photo searching...  
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Taking a photo image is not available while COLOR NITE SHUTTER or 16:9 Wide is in use.  
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DIS, Digital Zoom, COLOR NITE SHUTTER, Digital Effect and Nite Pix are not available,  
when take a photo image.  
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Taking a photo image while EASY.Q, DIS or Digital Zoom mode is in use will the mode.  
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MENU  
Search  
Cancel  
Exit  
(After a photo image is taken, the mode will return automatically.)  
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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.  
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3
5
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
3. Insert the tape you wish to view. (see page 36)  
4. Open the LCD screen.  
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Adjust the angle of the LCD screen and set the brightness or colour if necessary.  
5. Press the  
(REW) button to rewind the tape to the starting point.  
(STOP) button.  
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To stop rewinding, press the  
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The Camcorder stops automatically after rewinding is complete.  
6. Press the  
(PLAY/STILL) button to start playback.  
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You can view the picture you recorded on the LCD screen.  
To stop the play operation, press the  
(STOP) button.  
Adjusting the LCD Bright/Colour during Playback  
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You can adjust the LCD Bright/Colour during playback.  
✤
The adjustment method is the same procedure as used in Camera mode. (see page 32)  
[ Notes ]  
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You can also view the picture on a TV screen, after connecting the Camcorder to a TV or VCR. (see page 71~72)  
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Various functions are available in Player mode. (see page 73)  
For searching and viewing still images recorded onto tape. (see page 68)  
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Controlling Sound from the Speaker  
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✤
The Speaker works only in Player mode.  
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.  
3
4
1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER.  
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
3. Press the  
(PLAY/STILL) to play the tape.  
4. When you hear sounds once the tape is in play, use the Menu selector to adjust the volume.  
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A volume level display will appear on the LCD screen.  
Levels may be adjusted from anywhere between 00 to 19 and you will not hear any sound  
when the volume is set on 00.  
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If you close the LCD screen while playing, you will not hear sound from the speaker.  
[ Notes ]  
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When the AV cable is connected to the Camcorder, you cannot hear sound from the Built-In Speaker  
SP  
0:46:00:11  
60min  
√
and cannot adjust the volume.  
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The sound will return when you remove the connected AV cable from the jack of your Camcorder.  
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[05]  
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Playback  
Tape Playback  
✤
The playback function works only in Player mode.  
Playback on the LCD Screen  
✤
It is practical to view a tape using the LCD screen when in a car or outdoors.  
Playback on a TV Monitor  
✤
To play back a tape, the television must be PAL compatible.(see page 114)  
✤
We recommend that you use the AC Power adapter as the power source for the Camcorder.  
Connecting to a TV which has Audio/Video Input Jacks  
1. Connect the Camcorder to your TV with the Audio/Video cable.  
S-Video input  
Video input-Yellow  
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Audio input  
Camcorder  
The yellow jack: Video  
(left)-White  
TV  
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The white jack: Audio(L)-mono  
Audio input  
(right)-Red  
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The red jack: Audio(R)  
If you connect to a monaural TV, connect the yellow jack (Video)  
to the video input of the TV and the white jack (Audio L) to the audio input  
of the TV.  
Audio/Video  
S-Video  
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You may use the SCART adapter. (optional)  
2. Set the Power switch to PLAYER.  
3. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) 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.  
[ Notes ]  
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You may use an S-Video (optional) cable to obtain better quality pictures if you have a S-Video connector on your TV.  
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Even if you use an S-Video (optional) cable, you need to connect an audio cable.  
If you connect the cable to the Audio/Video jack, you will not hear sound from the Camcorder's speakers.  
If only a mono audio input is available on the TV set, use the audio cable with the white jack(Audio L).  
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Playback  
Connecting to a TV which has no Audio and Video Input Jacks  
✤
You can connect your Camcorder to a TV through a VCR.  
Video input-Yellow  
Audio input  
1. Connect the Camcorder to your VCR with the Audio/Video cable.  
S-Video input  
VCR  
(left)-White  
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The yellow jack: Video  
Audio input  
(right)-Red  
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The white jack: Audio(L) - Mono  
Camcorder  
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The red jack: Audio(R)  
2. Connect a TV to the VCR.  
TV  
3. Set the Power switch to PLAYER.  
Audio/Video  
4. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
5. Turn on both the TV and VCR.  
Antenna  
S-Video  
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Set the input selector on the VCR to Line.  
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Select the channel reserved for your VCR on the TV set.  
6. Play the tape.  
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. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
3. Insert the tape you wish to play back.  
4. Using the  
/
(REW/FF) buttons, find the first position you wish to play back.  
(PLAY/STILL) button.  
5. Press the  
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The images you recorded will appear on the TV after a few seconds.  
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If a tape reaches its end while being played back, the tape will rewind automatically.  
[ Notes ]  
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The playback mode (SP/LP) is selected automatically.  
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If the VCR has an S-Video input terminal, you may use S-Video for better quality.  
The S-Video terminal transmits video only. Connect audio cables for sound.  
If only a mono audio input is available on the TV set, use the audio cable with the white jack(Audio L).  
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Playback  
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.  
(VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
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✤
The F.ADV(Frame advance), X2, SLOW buttons are located on the remote control only. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
To prevent tape and head-drum wear, your Camcorder will automatically stop if it is left in still or slow modes for more than  
3 minutes.  
Playback Pause  
■
Press the  
(PLAY/STILL) button during playback.  
(PLAY/STILL) button.  
■
To resume playback, press the  
Picture Search (Forward/Reverse)  
■
Press the  
To resume normal playback, press the  
Keep pressing (REW/FF) buttons during playback or still mode.  
To resume normal playback, release the button.  
/
(REW/FF) buttons during playback or still mode.  
œ
(PLAY/STILL) button.  
■
/
Slow Playback (Forward/Reverse) (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
œ
■
Forward Slow playback  
œ
- Press the SLOW button on the remote control during playback.  
- To resume normal playback, press the  
Reverse Slow Playback  
(PLAY/STILL) button.  
<VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only>  
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- Press the  
(-) button during forward slow play back.  
- To resume forward slow playback, press the  
- To resume normal playback, press the  
(+) button.  
(PLAY/STILL) button.  
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Playback  
Frame Advance (To play back frame by frame) (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
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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 in still mode only.  
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To resume normal playback, press the  
- Forward frame advance  
(PLAY/STILL) button.  
œ
Press the F.ADV button on the remote control in still mode.  
- Reverse frame advance  
Press the  
(-) button on the remote control to change the direction in F.ADV mode.  
Press the F.ADV button on the remote control.  
œ
X2 Playback (Forward/Reverse) (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
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Forward X2 playback  
<VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only>  
- Press the X2 button on the remote control during playback.  
- To resume normal playback, press the  
Reverse X2 playback  
(PLAY/STILL) button.  
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- Press the  
(-) button during forward X2 playback.  
- To resume normal playback, press the  
(PLAY/STILL) button.  
Reverse Playback (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
■
To playback in reverse at normal speed, press the  
(-) button during normal forward playback.  
■
Press the (PLAY/STILL) or (+) button to return to normal forward playback.  
[ Notes ]  
■
Mosaic shaped distortion may appear on the screen while in some of the various playback modes.  
Mosaic shaped distortion or noise may be experienced when you play back tapes recorded in LP which contain various playback  
functions.  
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Sound will only be heard during normal SP or LP playback.  
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Playback  
Zooming during Playback (PB ZOOM)  
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✤
The Playback Zoom function works in Player mode.  
The Playback Zoom function enables you to magnify the playback or still image.  
1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER.  
3
5
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
3. Press the PB ZOOM button in playback mode or in still mode.  
4. The image is magnified starting from the centre of image.  
5. You can zoom in from 1.2x to 8.0x by moving the Zoom lever.  
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Zoom ratio is not displayed on the screen.  
6. To cancel the playback Zoom function, press the PB ZOOM or (STOP) button.  
[ Notes ]  
■
The PB ZOOM function enlarges the centre of the screen only.  
■
You cannot apply the Playback Zoom function to pictures which are being input from  
an external video source.  
■
The Playback Zoom image cannot be imported to your PC from the Camcorder’s DV jack.  
■
The PB ZOOM images cannot be exported to a PC.  
■
OSD will not be displayed on the LCD screen while the PB ZOOM function is being operated.  
To display OSD, press the PB ZOOM button once to stop operating PB ZOOM function, or press the (STOP) button to stop  
playback.  
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Playback  
AV In/Out (VP-D351i/D352i/D353i/D354i/D355i 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 or TV with the Audio/Video cable. (See pages 71~72)  
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (VP-D353i/D354i/D355i only)  
3. Set the Power switch to PLAYER.  
1
4. Turn on the VCR or TV.  
5. Insert the blank tape with protection tab closed into the Camcorder.  
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If you want to record from a connected VCR, insert a recorded VHS tape into the VCR.  
6. Press the MENU button.  
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The menu list will appear.  
7. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Record, then press the Menu selector.  
8. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select AV In/Out, then press the  
Menu selector.  
7
9
Player Mode  
√Record  
Rec Mode  
Audio Mode  
Wind Cut  
√SP  
9. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select In, then press the Menu selector.  
√12Bit  
√Off  
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If you want to see the Camcorder picture with a TV, set AV In/Out menu to Out.  
AV In/Out  
√Out  
10. To exit, press the MENU button.  
11. Press the Start/Stop button to set the Camcorder to REC PAUSE mode.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
■
PAUSE appears on the LCD screen.  
12. Select the TV program or playback the VHS tape.  
Player Mode  
Back  
13. Press the Start/Stop button to start recording.  
■
If you want to pause recording for a while, press the Start/Stop button again.  
Rec Mode  
Audio Mode  
Wind Cut  
AV In/Out  
14. To stop recording, press the  
(STOP) button.  
Out  
In  
[ Note ]  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
When you record the images being played back on an analog VCR, if they are not being played back  
at normal speed, (for example, more than double speed or slow playback), only a gray image appears  
on the Camcorder.  
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Playback  
Audio Dubbing (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
✤
✤
✤
✤
✤
The Audio Dubbing function works only in Player Mode.  
You can not dub sound on a pre-recorded tape in LP or 16 bit mode.  
You can add sound to the original sound on a pre-recorded tape recorded in SP mode with 12bit sound.  
Use the internal or an external microphone(not supplied) or other audio equipment.  
The original sound will not be erased.  
Dubbing Sound  
1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER.  
1
■
If you want to use an external microphone, connect the microphone to  
DV  
USB  
the external MIC input jack on the Camcorder.  
AV  
MIC  
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE.  
3. Press the  
be dubbed.  
(PLAY/STILL) button and find the time frame of the scene to  
4. Press the  
(PLAY/STILL) button to pause the scene.  
3
4
5
5. Press the A.DUB button on the remote control.  
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Audio Dubbing icon ( ) will be displayed on the LCD screen.  
■
The Camcorder is ready for dubbing.  
6. Press the  
(PLAY/STILL) button to start dubbing.  
■
Press the (STOP) button to stop the dubbing.  
[ Notes ]  
■
You can not use the Audio Dubbing function while playing a write protected video tape.  
■
To utilise an external MIC or sound source, connect a microphone to the MIC jack or use the AV cable to connect  
external sound source input.  
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To dub an external sound source, set the AV In/Out function to In (VP-D353i/D354i/D355i only). (see page 76).  
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Playback  
Dubbed Audio Playback  
1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER.  
4
6
7
Player Mode  
√Tape  
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
3. Insert the dubbed tape and press the MENU button.  
Photo Search  
Photo Copy  
Audio Select  
√Sound[1]  
4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Tape, then press the Menu selector.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Audio Select, then press the Menu  
Player Mode  
Back  
Photo Search  
Photo Copy  
Audio Select  
selector.  
6. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select the audio playback channel, then press  
Sound[1]  
Sound[2]  
MIX[1+2]  
the Menu selector.  
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Sound[1]: play the original sound.  
■
MENU  
Move  
Select  
SP  
Exit  
Sound[2]: play the dubbed sound.  
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MIX[1+2]: play back sound1 and 2 equality mixed.  
0:01:53:10  
20min  
√
Sound[2]  
7. To exit, press the MENU button.  
8. Press the  
(PLAY/STILL) button to playback the dubbed tape.  
[ Note ]  
When you playback added sound (Sound 2 or MIX mode), you may experience a loss of sound quality.  
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IEEE 1394 Data Transfer  
Transferring IEEE1394 (i.LINK)-DV Standard Data Connections  
Connecting to a DV Device (DVD Recorder, Camcorder, etc.)  
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Connecting to other DV standard products.  
A standard DV connection is quite simple.  
If a product has a DV port, you can transfer data by connecting to the DV port using the correct cable.  
!!! Please be careful since there are two types of DV ports, (4pin, 6pin). This Camcorder has a 4pin terminal.  
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With a digital connection, video and audio signals are transmitted in digital format, allowing high quality images  
to be transferred.  
Connecting to a PC  
■
If you want to transmit 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 the DV cable or turn the power OFF and ON again.  
■
When you transmit data from the Camcorder to PC, PC function button is not available in M.Player mode.  
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Do not use the Camcorder and IEEE1394 together as this will cause IEEE1394 to shut off.  
■
Do not connect the Camcorder to a PC using both DV and USB cables. It may not operate properly.  
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Operation is not guaranteed for all computer environments recommended above.  
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The IEEE1394 cable (DV cable)is sold separately.  
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Video Capture software is commercially available.  
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Most DV enabled PCs have a 6 pin socket. In this case, a 6pin/4pin cable is required for the connection.  
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Most DV enabled Notebooks and Laptops have a 4 pin socket. Use a 4pin/4pin cable for the connection.  
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DIS and COLOR NITE SHUTTER are not available when in DV (IEEE1394) mode.  
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If DV(IEEE1394) mode is set, DIS and COLOR NITE SHUTTER modes will be released.  
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IEEE 1394 Data Transfer  
System Requirements  
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CPU: faster Intel Pentium III™ 450MHz compatible.  
®
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Operating system: Windows 98SE, ME, XP, Mac OS (9.1~10.2)  
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Main memory: more than 64 MB RAM  
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IEEE1394 add-on card or built in IEEE1394 card  
Recording with a DV Connection Cable (VP-D351i/D352i/D353i/D354i/D355i only)  
1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER.  
DV  
DV  
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (VP-D353i/D354i/D355i only)  
3. Connect the DV cable (not supplied) from the DV jack of the Camcorder  
USB  
USB  
A
V
MIC  
AV  
to the DV jack of the other DV device.  
MIC  
■
Make sure that  
is displayed on the LCD screen.  
4. Press the Start/Stop button to begin REC PAUSE mode.  
■
PAUSE is displayed on the LCD screen.  
5. Start playback on the other DV device while you monitor the picture.  
6. Press the Start/Stop button to start recording.  
■
If you want to pause recording momentarily, press the Start/Stop button again.  
7. To stop recording, press the (STOP) button.  
[ Notes ]  
■
When using this Camcorder as a recorder, the pictures that appear on a monitor may seem uneven,  
however recorded pictures will not be affected.  
■
Operation is not guaranteed for all the recommended computer environments mentioned above.  
■
While transmitting data from the Camcorder to PC at strong electric field and strong magnetic field, VIDEO signal or AUDIO signal  
may transmit with noise.  
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USB Interface (VP-D352(i)/D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection  
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✤
✤
✤
The camcorder supports both USB 1.1 and 2.0 standards. (Depends on the PC specification)  
You can easily transfer a image from a Memory card to a PC without additional add-on cards via a USB connection.  
You can transfer a recorded file in memory card to a PC via a USB connection. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) 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 Microsoft (Windows) device drivers only.  
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Windows 98SE/ME - Full Speed USB  
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Windows 2000 - High speed USB on a system with Service Pack 4 or later installed.  
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Windows XP - High speed USB on a system with Service Pack 1 or later installed.  
System Requirements  
Windows System  
Minimum  
Recommended  
®
®
CPU  
Intel Pentium III™, 600MHz  
Windows® 98SE/ME  
128MB  
Intel Pentium 4™ , 2GHz  
Windows® 2000/XP  
512MB  
OS(Operating System)  
Memory  
HDD capacity  
Resolution  
1GB or more  
2GB or more  
1024 x 768 dots  
24bit Colour  
1024 x 768 dots  
24bit Colour  
USB  
USB1.1  
USB2.0 High Speed  
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It is not available for Macintosh systems.  
[ Notes ]  
■
USB 2.0 works only for removable disk functions.  
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On a slower PC than recommended, movie playback may not be smooth or video editing may take a long time.  
On a slower PC than recommended, movie playback may skip frames or operate unexpectedly.  
®
Intel Pentium III™ or Pentium 4™ is a trademark of the Intel Corporation.  
®
®
Windows is a registered trademark of the Microsoft Corporation.  
All other brands and names are property of their respective owners.  
Operations are not guaranteed for all of the recommended computer environments mentioned above.  
Do not connect the Camcorder to a PC using both DV and USB cables. It may not operate properly.  
In M.Cam or M.Player mode, be sure that the Memory card is inserted into Camcorder before connecting USB cable.  
If no Memory card or an unformatted Memory card is inserted, PC will not recognise your Camcorder as a removable disk.  
(VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
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USB Streaming requires Video Codec, DV Driver and DirectX 9.0.  
If you disconnect the USB cable from the PC or the Camcorder during the data transfer, the data transfer will stop and the data may be damaged.  
If you connect the USB cable to a PC using a USB HUB or with other devices at the same time, it may cause conflict and may not work properly.  
If this occurs, remove all other USB devices and try the connection again.  
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Selecting the USB Device (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) 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;VP-D354(i)/D355(i)), or to a printer to print your images.  
1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER.  
2. Set the Mode switch to MEMORY CARD.  
3. Press the MENU button.  
1
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The menu list will appear.  
4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select System, then press the Menu selector.  
4
5
M.Player Mode  
√System  
5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select USB Connect, then press the  
Clock Set  
Remote  
√On  
Menu selector.  
Beep Sound  
USB Version  
USB Connect  
Language  
√On  
√USB 1.1  
√Computer  
√English  
6. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Computer or Printer, then press the  
Menu selector.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
■
You can select Computer to use the Camcorder as a PC Camera, USB Stream or  
removable disk.  
M.Player Mode  
Back  
Clock Set  
Remote  
■
You can select Printer to use the Pictbridge feature (see page 110).  
Beep Sound  
USB Version  
USB Connect  
Language  
7. To exit, press the MENU button.  
Computer  
Printer  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
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Setting the USB Communication Speed (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) 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.  
3. Press the MENU button.  
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The menu list will appear.  
4
5
4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select System, then press the Menu selector.  
M.Player Mode  
√System  
Clock Set  
5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select USB Version, then press the  
Remote  
√On  
Beep Sound  
USB Version  
USB Connect  
Language  
√On  
Menu selector.  
√USB 1.1  
√Computer  
√English  
■
Set the USB Version to USB 2.0 when it is supported by both PC and its  
OS (Operating System).  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
■
If either the PC or OS does not support USB 2.0, set the USB Version to USB 1.1.  
M.Player Mode  
Back  
Clock Set  
Remote  
6. To exit, press the MENU button.  
Beep Sound  
USB Version  
USB Connect  
Language  
[ Notes ]  
USB 1.1  
USB 2.0  
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When the USB Version is not set properly, the USB connection may not be established.  
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USB 2.0 may not be supported by certain PCs depending on their specifications.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
In this case, choose the USB 1.1 for USB connection.  
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When selected USB 2.0 is not supported by the PC, the USB 1.1 will be used for the USB connection  
automatically.  
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Installing DV Media PRO 1.0 Program  
✤ To play back MPEG moving pictures recorded by the camcorder or streaming data transferred through the USB connection  
on a PC, the Video Codec program should be installed.  
✤
✤
✤
✤
Do not connect the Camcorder to PC before installing the program.  
If another Camcorder or scanner is connected, please disconnect it in advance.  
®
This explanation is based on Windows 98SE OS.  
DV Media Pro User's Manual is included on the accompanying CD(D:\help\) in  
Adobe's Portable Document Format(PDF) The user's manual can be viewed using  
Acrobat Reader software, which is also included on the CD  
(D:\Support\AcrobatReader\AcroReader51_ENU_full.exe).  
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(The Acrobat Reader is a freeware product of AdobeSystems,Inc.)  
DV Media Pro User’s Manual is in English.  
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Program Installation  
1. Insert the software CD into the CD-ROM drive of your computer.  
Installation selection screen appears on the monitor.  
2. If the installation selection screen does not appear after inserting the CD, click “Run”  
in the Windows “Start” menu and execute Autorun.exe file to begin installation.  
When CD-ROM drive is set to “D:drive”, type “D:\autorun.exe” and press Enter.  
3. Click the icons listed below to install the selected software.  
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DV Driver Click  
®
- USB removable Disk Driver (Windows 98SE only)  
- USB PC CAMERA & STREAMING Driver (CAPTURE DRIVER)  
- Connect a Camcorder to your PC to complete the DV Driver installation.  
1) Set the camcorder Power switch to CAMERA.  
2) Set the camcorder Mode switch to TAPE. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
3) Connect the camcorder to the PC using the USB cable.  
4) The SAMSUNG A/V Capture driver installation begins on the PC.  
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DirectX 9.0 Click  
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Video Codec Click  
The Video Codec needs to be installed in order to playback the MPEG4 Movies (stored in the Memory Card) on a PC or  
to use the USB Streaming/PC Camera functions.  
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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 chatting functions, you can use your Camcorder for such functions.  
✤ When using this camcorder for video conferencing (such as NetMeeting), voice communication may not be supported  
depending on the video conferencing software. In this case, connect an external microphone to the soundcard of the PC to  
enable voice communication.  
✤ Using the Camcorder with PC Net-meeting program installed, you can participate in video conference.  
✤ The PC CAMERA's screen size (Transferred video frame rate for the PC Camera function is max 15 fps.)  
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320X240 (QVGA) pixels for USB 1.1 connection.  
✤ If PC is connected with the USB to the Camcorder, only the Power, Mode, Zoom and NITE PIX switches can be operated.  
1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA.  
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2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
3. Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB jack on the Camcorder and the other end to  
the USB connector on your computer.  
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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 in the "avi" file format, or as a still image in the "jpg" file format on a PC.  
1. Set the Mode switch to TAPE(VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only), set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER.  
2. Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB jack on the Camcorder and the other end to the USB port on your computer.  
3. Setup and execute Windows Movie Maker or the Ulead VIDEO Studio Software application provided on the CD.  
- For detailed instructions for Ulead VIDEO Studio use, refer to the program’s Help function.  
- Windows Movie Maker is used for WINDOWS ME and XP users. (C:\program files\Movie maker\moviemk.exe)  
Using the removable Disk Function (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
✤
You can easily transfer data from a Memory card to a PC without additional add-on cards via a USB connection.  
1. Set the Mode switch to MEMORY CARD, set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER.  
2. Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB jack on the Camcorder and the other end to the USB port on your computer.  
3. To verify whether the removable disk has been properly recognised, open Windows Explorer and locate the removable disk.  
Connecting to a PC  
1. Connect a USB cable to the USB port on the PC.  
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If a USB cable is connected to the Camcorder's USB port, nothing is displayed on a TV.  
2. Connect the other end of the USB cable into the USB jack on the Camcorder. (USB jack)  
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If a PC is connected to the Camcorder with a USB cable only, Zoom switch and NITE PIX operate.  
Disconnecting the USB Cable  
USB Cable  
✤
After completing the data transmission, you must disconnect the cable in the  
DV  
DV  
following way:  
USB  
USB  
A
V
1. Select the removable disc icon and click the right mouse button to select [Eject].  
2. Select [Confirm] and disconnect the USB cable when the Windows Splash screen  
appears.  
MIC  
AV  
MIC  
[ Notes ]  
■
If you disconnect the USB cable from the PC or the Camcorder while transferring,  
the data transmission will stop and the data may be damaged.  
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If you connect the USB cable to a PC via a USB HUB or simultaneously connect the USB cable along with other USB devices,  
the Camcorder may not work properly.  
If this occurs, remove all USB devices from the PC and reconnect the Camcorder.  
While transmitting data from the Camcorder to PC at strong electric field and strong magnetic field, VIDEO signal or AUDIO signal  
may transmit with noise.  
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Memory Stick (Optional Accessory)  
✤
The Memory Stick stores and manages images recorded by the Camcorder.  
Memory Stick Functions  
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Recording still images and MPEG4 movies  
Viewing still images and MPEG4 movies  
- Single  
Terminal  
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Protection tab  
- Slide show (Still images only)  
- Multi display (Still images only)  
Protecting images against accidental erasure  
Deleting images recorded on a Memory Stick  
Print marking still images  
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Formatting a Memory Stick  
[ Notes ]  
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You can use most of the Camcorder’s functions when recording to the Memory Stick.  
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appears on the screen while recording to the Memory Stick.  
While recording or loading an image, do not eject or insert the Memory Stick.  
Inserting or ejecting a Memory Stick while recording or loading an image can cause data damage.  
If you want to save all images on the Memory Stick, set the write protect tab on the Memory Stick to LOCK.  
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TM  
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“Memory Stick” and  
are trademarks of Sony Corporation.  
All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective  
companies.  
Furthermore, “™” and “®” are not mentioned in each case in this manual.  
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Inserting and Ejecting the Memory Card  
Inserting the Memory card  
1. Set the Power switch to Off.  
2. Open the Memory card cover.  
3. Insert the Memory card in the direction of the arrow into the Memory card slot  
located on the bottom of the Camcorder.  
VP-D353(i) only  
Ejecting the Memory card  
Memory Stick  
1. Set the Power switch to Off.  
Memory Stick PRO  
2. Open the Memory card cover.  
3. Push the Memory card, then it comes out of the Camcorder automatically.  
4. Pull out the Memory card.  
VP-D354(i)/D355(i) only  
Do not attempt to pull the Memory card out without first pushing it in.  
Memory Stick  
Memory Stick PRO  
[ Notes ]  
■
Memory Stick Duo type or RS-MMC (VP-D354(i)/D355(i) only) should be inserted by  
SD/MMC  
using the Adaptor (not supplied).  
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If you set the Camcorder to M.Player mode, the last recorded still image appears.  
If there are no recorded images on the Memory card, No image! will display on the  
(Usable Memory card)  
screen.  
■
While recording, loading, erasing or formatting, do not turn off the power or change the mode.  
■
Please turn the power off before you insert or eject the Memory card.  
You could lose data on the Memory card.  
■
Do not allow metal substances to come in contact with the terminals of the Memory card.  
■
Do not bend, drop or apply strong shock to Memory card.  
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After pulling the Memory card out from the Camcorder, please keep the Memory card in a soft case to prevent static shock.  
The stored contents may be changed or lost as a result of misuse, static electricity, electric noise or repair.  
Save important images separately.  
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Samsung is not responsible for data loss due to misuse.  
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Structure of Folders and Files on the Memory Card  
✤
✤
✤
The still images that you recorded are saved in JPEG file format on the Memory card.  
The moving images that you recorded are saved in MPEG4 file format on the Memory card.  
Each file has a file number and all files are assigned to a folder.  
DCIM  
100 SSDVC  
DCAM 0001  
DCAM 0002  
- A file number from DCAM0001 is sequentially assigned to each recorded image.  
- Each folder is numbered from 100SSDVC and recorded on the Memory card.  
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.
.
101SSDVC  
Image Format  
Still Image  
<Still image>  
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Images are compressed in JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) format.  
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The picture size is 800x600 (Tape Capture 640x480).  
MSAMSUNG  
SSMOV  
Moving Image  
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Images are compressed in MPEG 4(Moving Picture Experts Group) format.  
100SSMOV  
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The picture size is 720x576.  
<Moving image>  
Selecting the Camcorder Mode  
✤
You can use this Camcorder as a Digital Still Camera (DSC).  
You have to set the Mode switch to Memory card to use this Camcorder as Digital Still  
Camera.  
000-0000  
✤
File number  
Folder number  
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 Mode switch to MEMORY CARD.  
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Selecting the Built-in Memory (VP-D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
✤
✤
Built-in memory setting is available in the Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes. (VP-D354(i): 16MB/VP-D355(i): 64MB)  
Images can be stored and played back using the built-in memory.  
Hence, set the memory type before storing and playing back images.  
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M.Cam Mode  
√Memory  
1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER.  
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY CARD.  
3. Press the MENU button.  
Memory Type  
Photo Quality  
File No.  
√Int. Memory  
√Fine  
√Series  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
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The menu list will appear.  
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M.Cam Mode  
Back  
Memory Type  
Photo Quality  
File No.  
4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Memory, then press the Menu selector.  
Int. Memory  
Memory card  
5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Memory Type, then press the  
Menu selector.  
6. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Int. Memory or Memory card,  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
then press the Menu selector.  
7. To exit, press the MENU button.  
Using Quick Menu: Memory Type  
1. Press the Menu selector.  
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2. Move the Menu selector to left or right to select Memory Type, then press the Menu selector.  
…
Memory Type  
White Balance  
Photo Quality  
Exposure  
Int. Memory  
†
On  
3. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Int. Memory or Memory card,  
then press the Menu selector.  
Manual Focus  
MENU  
Exit  
4. To exit, press the MENU button.  
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Selecting the Image Quality  
✤
✤
Photo Quality function works in Player/M.Cam modes.  
You can select the quality of a still images to be recorded.  
Select the Image Quality  
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1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER.  
2. If the Power switch is set to CAMERA mode, set the Mode switch to MEMORY CARD.  
If the Power switch is set to PLAYER mode, set the Mode switch to TAPE.  
3. Press the MENU button.  
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The menu list will appear.  
4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Memory, then press the Menu selector.  
5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Photo Quality, then press the Menu  
selector.  
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5
M.Cam Mode  
√Memory  
Photo Quality  
File No.  
6. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select desired image quality (Super Fine, Fine,  
Normal), then press the Menu selector.  
√Super Fine  
√Series  
7. To exit, press the MENU button.  
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The selected icon will be displayed  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
Number of Images on the Memory Card  
QUALITY  
Super Fine  
Fine  
8MB  
16MB  
M.Cam Mode  
Back  
Photo Quality  
File No.  
Approx. 34  
Approx. 45  
Approx. 74  
Approx. 68  
Approx. 90  
Approx. 148  
Super Fine  
Fine  
Normal  
Normal  
The actual number of images that you can record varies depending on the nature of  
the subject to be recorded.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
[ Notes ]  
■
The above approximation is based on a 8MB Memory Stick under normal recording conditions.  
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The number of pictures that can be stored on a memory card depends on various conditions.  
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Using Quick Menu: Photo Quality  
✤
✤
Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by using the Menu selector.  
Quick menu provides easier access to frequently used menus without using the MENU button.  
1. Press the Menu selector.  
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2. Move the Menu selector to left or right to select Photo Quality, then press the Menu selector.  
White Balance  
Photo Quality  
Exposure  
Auto  
A
3. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select desired image quality(Super Fine, Fine,  
Normal), then press the Menu selector.  
Manual Focus  
MENU  
Exit  
4. To exit, press the MENU button.  
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White Balance  
Photo Quality  
Exposure  
Super …Fine  
†
Manual Focus  
MENU  
Exit  
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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:  
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Series: When there are existing files, the new image will be named as the next number in the sequence.  
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Reset: When there are no files stored on the Memory card, the file numbering starts from 0001.  
1. Set the Power switch to the CAMERA.  
2. Set the Mode switch to MEMORY CARD.  
3. Press the MENU button.  
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6
M.Cam Mode  
√Memory  
Photo Quality  
File No.  
√Fine  
√Series  
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The menu list will appear.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Memory, then press the Menu selector.  
M.Cam Mode  
Back  
Photo Quality  
File No.  
5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select File No., then press the Menu selector.  
Series  
Reset  
6. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select desired option(Series or Reset),  
then press the Menu selector.  
7. To exit, press the MENU button.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
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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 remote control.  
✤
✤
Audio will not be recorded with a Still image on to the Memory Card.  
1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA.  
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2. Set the Mode switch to MEMORY CARD.  
3. After framing your object to record, fully press the PHOTO button to take the picture.  
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The picture is taken and saved into the Memory card within a few seconds.  
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Taking another picture within this interval is not possible.  
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The  
indicator appears LCD screen during the time it takes to save the image.  
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[ Notes ]  
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Still images are saved in the Memory card in an 800x600 format.  
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The number of still images that can be stored depends on the quality of the image.  
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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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✤
- Single: To view an image frame by frame.  
- Slide show: To view all images automatically and in consecutive order.  
- Multi display: To view 6 images at once.  
To view a Single Image  
1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER.  
2. Set the Mode switch to MEMORY CARD.  
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The last recorded image appears.  
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If there are no recorded images on the Memory card, No image! will display on  
REV  
FWD  
S.SHOW MULTI DISP.  
the screen.  
3. Using the  
/
(REV/FWD) buttons, search for the desired still image.  
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To view the next image: press the  
(FWD) button.  
(REV) button.  
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To view the previous image: press the  
Pressing  
(FWD) when you are on the last image will take you to the first  
image and pressing  
(REV) when you are on the first image will take you to the last image.  
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Keep pressing  
(FWD) or (REV) to search for an image quickly.  
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Slide  
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800x600  
To view a Slide Show  
1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER.  
2. Set the Mode switch to MEMORY CARD.  
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The last recorded image appears.  
3. Press the  
(S.SHOW) button.  
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100-0002  
All images will be played back consecutively for 2~3 seconds each.  
The “Slide” will be display on the LCD screen.  
■
4. To stop the slide show, press the  
(S.SHOW) button again.  
[ Notes ]  
■
Loading time may vary depending on the image size.  
The Slide Show will start from the current picture.  
Any large sized image taken with another device will be displayed as a thumbnail image.  
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To view the Multi Display  
1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER.  
100-0007  
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2. Set the Mode switch to MEMORY CARD.  
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The last recorded image appears.  
œœ  
√√  
√
3. To view six stored images on single screen, press the (MULTI DISP.) button.  
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A selection mark (  
) appears under the image.  
■
Press  
(REV/FWD) button to select an image.  
/
4. To return to single playback mode, press the (MULTI DISP.) button again.  
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Selected picture is displayed in full screen mode.  
REV  
FWD  
S.SHOW MULTI DISP.  
[ Notes ]  
■
To display the previous six images, press and hold the  
(REV) button for about 3 seconds.  
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■
To display the next six images, press the  
(FWD) button for about 3 seconds.  
In order to use Delete, Protect or Print Mark functions in Multi Display view mode,  
use the Quick Menu by pressing the Menu Selector.  
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Protection from accidental Erasure  
✤
✤
The protection function works only in M.Player mode.  
You can protect important images from accidental erasure.  
If you execute format, all images including protected images will be erased.  
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M.Player Mode  
1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER.  
√Memory  
M.Play Select  
Delete  
√Photo  
2. Set the Mode switch to MEMORY CARD.  
Delete All  
Protect  
Print Mark  
Format  
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The last recorded image appears.  
√Off  
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If there are no recorded images on the Memory card, No image! will display on the screen.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
3. Using the  
/
(REV/FWD) buttons, search for the still image that you want to protect.  
M.Player Mode  
Back  
4. Press the MENU button.  
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M.Play Select  
Delete  
The menu list will appear.  
Delete All  
Protect  
Off  
On  
5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Memory, then press the Menu selector.  
6. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Protect, then press the Menu selector.  
7. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select On, then press the Menu selector.  
8. To exit, press the MENU button.  
Print Mark  
Format  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
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800x600  
■
The protection ( ) icon will be displayed.  
[ Notes ]  
■
Protected pictures will show the ( ) mark when they are displayed.  
100-0002  
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If the write protection tab on the Memory card is set to LOCK, you cannot set image protection.  
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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 selector.  
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800x600  
2. Move the Menu selector to left or right to select Protect, then press the Menu selector.  
3. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Off or On, then press the Menu selector.  
4. To exit, press the MENU button.  
M.Play Select  
Delete  
Photo  
Protect  
Print Mark  
MENU  
Exit  
100-0002  
3
2/46  
800x600  
M.Play Select  
Delete  
…
†
On  
Protect  
Print Mark  
MENU  
100-0002  
Exit  
2/46  
800x600  
100-0002  
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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 protection.  
An image which has been deleted cannot be recovered.  
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M.Player Mode  
1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER.  
√Memory  
M.Play Select  
Delete  
√Photo  
2. Set the Mode switch to MEMORY CARD.  
Delete All  
Protect  
Print Mark  
Format  
√Off  
3. Using the  
/
(REV/FWD) buttons, search for the still image that you want to delete.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
4. Press the MENU button.  
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The menu list will appear.  
M.Player Mode  
Back  
M.Play Select  
Delete  
5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Memory, then press the Menu selector.  
Delete All  
Protect  
6. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Delete, then press the Menu selector.  
Print Mark  
Format  
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A message Do you want to delete? appears.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
7. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Yes or No, then press the  
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800x600  
Menu selector.  
8. To exit, press the MENU button.  
Do you want to delete?  
Yes No  
Deleting All images at once  
Previous  
Next  
100-0002  
Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Delete All,  
then press the Menu selector. A message Do you want to delete all? appears.  
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Using Quick Menu: Delete  
✤
✤
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 selector.  
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2. Move the Menu selector to left or right to select Delete, then press the Menu selector.  
M.Play Select  
Delete  
3. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Cancel or Delete, then press the  
Protect  
Menu selector.  
Print Mark  
100-0002  
MENU  
Exit  
4. To exit, press the MENU button.  
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[ Notes ]  
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When there is no stored picture on the Memory card, the message No image! will be displayed.  
M.Play Select  
Delete  
Delete…  
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If an erroneous image file is found on the Memory card, the message Memory card error! will be  
†
Protect  
displayed.  
Print Mark  
It may be caused by copying images from different digital devices.  
100-0002  
MENU  
Exit  
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Formatting the Memory card will delete all the stored images. (see page 101)  
■
To protect important pictures from accidental deletion, activate the image protection (refer to page 97).  
Deleting all files using the Delete All menu may take a while.  
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To delete all files much faster, format the memory card after backing up the files into other storage device.  
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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 restores the Memory card to its initial state.  
The Memory card supplied with this Camcorder has been formatted already.  
Attention  
✤
If you execute the memory format function, all images will be erased completely and erased  
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M.Player Mode  
images cannot be recovered.  
√Memory  
M.Play Select  
Delete  
√Photo  
1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER.  
2. Set the Mode switch to MEMORY CARD.  
3. Press the MENU button.  
Delete All  
Protect  
Print Mark  
Format  
√Off  
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The menu list will appear.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Memory, then press the Menu selector.  
5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Format, then press the Menu selector.  
6. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select desired option(Int. Memory or Memory  
card), then press the Menu selector. (VP-D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
M.Player Mode  
√Memory  
M.Play Select  
Delete  
Delete All  
Protect  
Print Mark  
Format  
■
If you select Int. Memory or Memory card, a message All files are deleted! Do you  
want to format? appears.  
7. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Yes, then press the Menu selector.  
■
Complete! appears when the format is completed.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
8. To exit, press the MENU button.  
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If you execute the Format function,all still images/motion clips will be erased completely and  
erased still images/motion clips cannot be recovered.  
All files are deleted !  
■
Formatting the Memory card using a different device will cause Memory card read errors.  
Do you want to format?  
■
Formatting the Memory card deletes all the stored data in the Memory card.  
Yes  
No  
■
Do not turn the power off in the middle of the formatting.  
■
A Memory Stick with the protection tab set to save will not be formatted. (see page 87)  
■
100-0002  
Do not format the Memory Card on a PC.  
“Not Formatted” message may appear if a Memory Card formatted on a PC was inserted.  
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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 720x576.  
Saving Moving Picture Files onto a Memory Card  
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3
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1. Check whether Memory card is inserted into the Camcorder.  
If it is not in the Camcorder, insert it into the slot.  
2. Set the Power switch to CAMERA.  
3. Set the Mode switch to MEMORY CARD.  
4. Press the Start/Stop button, the images are recorded on the Memory card in MPEG4.  
You can record a Camcorder still image on Memory card by pressing the PHOTO button  
instead of the Start/Stop button.  
5. Press the Start/Stop button to stop the recording.  
[ Notes ]  
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MENU button and Menu selector are not available while MPEG recording.  
To use MENU button and Menu selector, stop recording.  
MPEG recording is not available when a menu or Quick menu is displayed on the screen.  
To start recording, press the MENU button to make it disappear.  
√
■
Before using the MPEG REC function, check whether the Memory card is inserted into the Camcorder.  
■
Moving images that you recorded are saved in *.avi(avi 1.0) file format on the Memory card.  
■
The files that you recorded are saved in a following folder. (see illustration low right hand corner)  
■
The moving picture images on a Memory card are a smaller size and lower definition  
than images on tape.  
MSAMSUNG  
SSMOV  
100SSMOV  
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The sound is recorded in mono.  
■
The following functions are not allowed in M.Cam Mode.  
DIS (Digital Image Stabiliser), Digital Zoom, Fade, Program AE, Digital Effect, Slow Shutter.  
<Moving image>  
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While recording on a Memory card, don’t insert or eject the tape as it may record noise.  
■
While a Memory card, don’t eject the card or it may break the data on the Memory card or Memory card itself.  
Turning the power off while accessing the memory card may damage the data stored on the memory card.  
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MPEG Playback  
✤
✤
The MPEG Playback function works only in M. Player mode.  
You can play the moving picture images on the Memory card.  
Stereo audio is played back at the same time.  
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Playing back on a PC shows better quality than on a TV.  
1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER.  
2. Set the Mode switch to MEMORY CARD.  
3. Press the MENU button.  
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The menu list will appear.  
4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Memory, then press the Menu selector.  
5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select M.Play Select, then press the Menu  
selector.  
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M.Player Mode  
√Memory  
M.Play Select  
Delete  
√Photo  
6. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Movie, then press the Menu selector.  
7. To exit the menu, push the MENU button.  
Delete All  
Protect  
Print Mark  
Format  
√Off  
8. Using the  
/
(REV/FWD) buttons, search for the moving picture that you want to playback.  
(PLAY/STILL) button.  
9. Press the  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
■
The moving pictures recorded on the Memory card will playback.  
■
You can control playback using the  
buttons.  
(PLAY/STILL)  
/
(REW/FF)/ (STOP)  
M.Player Mode  
Back  
Photo  
Movie  
M.Play Select  
Delete  
[ Notes ]  
Delete All  
Protect  
■
MENU button and Menu selector are not available while MPEG playback.  
To use MENU button and Menu selector, stop playback.  
Print Mark  
Format  
MPEG playback is not available when a menu or Quick menu is displayed on the screen.  
To start playback, press the MENU button to make it disappear.  
There may be broken or mosaic pictures while playing the MPEG4 moving picture images,  
but it is not malfunction.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
■
■
■
■
The moving picture images that you recorded on the Memory card may not play on other manufacturer’s.  
The MPEG4 file recorded by another Camcorder may not play on by this Camcorder.  
To playback MPEG4 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 languages on Microsoft Website,  
“http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windowsmedia/download/default.asp”.  
Memory Stick PRO provides better image quality than Memory Stick.  
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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 selector.  
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2. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select M.Play Select, then press  
the Menu selector.  
M.Play Select  
Delete  
Photo  
Protect  
3. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Photo or Movie, then press  
Print Mark  
the Menu selector.  
100-0002  
MENU  
Exit  
4. To exit, press the MENU button.  
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M.Play Select  
Delete  
Movie…  
†
Protect  
Print Mark  
100-0002  
MENU  
Exit  
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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, use the  
COPY function.  
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1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER.  
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE.  
3. Playback the cassette.  
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4. Press the PHOTO button.  
■
The still image is recorded on the Memory card.  
■
During the time it takes to save an image, the play back screen is paused and the OSD is  
displayed as illustrated in the lower right hand corner.  
[ Notes ]  
■
Still images copied from the cassette to the memory card are saved in a 640x480 format.  
■
Number of images you can save varies depending on the image resolution.  
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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.  
Rewind the tape to the point which you wants.  
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5
Player Mode  
√Tape  
Photo Search  
Photo Copy  
Audio Select  
1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER.  
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE.  
3. Press the MENU button.  
√Sound[1]  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
■
The menu list will appear.  
Player Mode  
Back  
Photo Search  
Photo Copy  
Audio Select  
4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Tape, then press the Menu selector.  
5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Photo Copy, then press the Menu selector.  
■
All still images that recorded on a cassette will be copied into a Memory card.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
SP  
Exit  
6. The Camcorder automatically performs the photo search to find still images and copy starts.  
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Photo Copy  
7. Press the (STOP) button to stop copying.  
■
Copy stops when the cassette is finished or Memory card is full.  
Photo searching...  
[ Note ]  
MENU  
Back  
Exit  
Still images copied from the cassette to the memory card are saved in 640x480 format.  
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Photo Copy  
Now copying...  
MENU  
Back  
Exit  
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Copy to (Copies Files from the Memory Card to the Built-in Memory) (VP-D354(i)/D355(i) 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.  
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1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER.  
2. Set the Mode switch to MEMORY CARD.  
3. Press the MENU button.  
■
The menu list will appear.  
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6
M.Player Mode  
√Memory  
Memory Type  
M.Play Select  
Delete  
4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Memory, then press the Menu selector.  
√Int. Memory  
√Photo  
5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Copy to, then press the Menu selector.  
Delete All  
Protect  
√Off  
Print Mark  
6. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select options(Back, This File or All Files),  
†
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
then press Menu selector.  
■
To go back to the previous mode, select Back.  
■
M.Player Mode  
If This File or All Files is selected, Now copying… is displayed on the screen and copying  
†
Back  
Copy to  
Format  
starts.  
Back  
This File  
All Files  
7. To exit, press the MENU button.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
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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: You can set a print mark on the photo image displayed on the LCD screen. It can be set up to 999.  
- All Files: To print 1 copy each of all of the stored images.  
1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER.  
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M.Player Mode  
√Memory  
M.Play Select  
Delete  
2. Set the Mode switch to MEMORY CARD.  
√Photo  
■
The last recorded image appears.  
Delete All  
Protect  
√Off  
Print Mark  
Format  
3. Using the  
/
(REV/FWD) buttons, search for the still image that you want to mark.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
4. Press the MENU button.  
■
The menu list will appear.  
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M.Player Mode  
Back  
M.Play Select  
Delete  
5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Memory, then press the Menu selector.  
Delete All  
Protect  
Print Mark  
Format  
All Off  
This File  
All Files  
6. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Print Mark, then press the Menu selector.  
7. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select desired option(All Off, This File or All Files),  
Previous  
Next  
then press the Menu selector.  
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then press the Menu selector.  
9. To exit, press the MENU button.  
002  
Removing the Print Mark  
100-0002  
To remove all Print Marks select All Off, to remove individual file’s Print Mark, select the file and set  
This File to 000.  
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Using Quick Menu: Print Mark  
✤
✤
✤
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.  
It can be set on the selected file only.  
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1. Press the Menu selector.  
2. Move the Menu selector to left or right to select Print Mark, then press the Menu selector.  
3. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select the quantity, then press the Menu selector.  
4. To exit, press the MENU button.  
M.Play Select  
Delete  
Photo  
Protect  
Print Mark  
MENU  
Exit  
100-0002  
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[ Notes ]  
M.Play Select  
Delete  
■
If the Print Mark is set to This File, you can set the number of copies from 0 to 999.  
Protect  
■
■
■
■
If the Print Mark is set to All Files, you can set the number of copies to 1.  
The All Files option may require extended operation time depending on the number of stored images.  
DPOF supporting printers are commercially available.  
002  
Print Mark  
MENU  
Exit  
100-0002  
Use the USB cable provided with the Camcorder.  
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PictBridge (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
TM  
Printing Your Pictures – Using the PictBridge  
TM  
✤
✤
PictBridge 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 with a few simple operations.  
✤
With the PictBridge Support, you can control the printer directly through your Camcorder in order to print out stored pictures.  
For direct printing of your stored pictures using the PictBridge function, you must connect your Camcorder to a PictBridge  
printer using a USB cable.  
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Connecting To a Printer  
M.Player Mode  
√System  
1. Turn your printer power off.  
Clock Set  
Remote  
√On  
Turn your Camcorder on by setting the Power switch to PLAYER.  
2. Set the Mode switch to MEMORY CARD.  
3. Press the MENU button.  
Beep Sound  
USB Version  
USB Connect  
Language  
√On  
√USB 1.1  
√Computer  
√English  
■
The menu list will appear.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select System, then press the Menu selector.  
5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select USB Connect, then press the  
Menu selector.  
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M.Player Mode  
Back  
Clock Set  
Remote  
Beep Sound  
USB Version  
USB Connect  
Language  
6. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Printer, then press the Menu selector.  
■
Computer: Connect to a computer.  
■
Printer: Connect to a printer. (To use the PictBridge function, connect to a printer.)  
Computer  
Printer  
7. Connect your Camcorder to the printer using the provided USB cable.  
8. Turn your printer power on.  
MENU  
Move  
Select  
Exit  
■
The PictBridge menu screen appears automatically after a short period.  
■
The cursor highlights Printer.  
Selecting Images  
1. In the PictBridge settings menu, press the  
Setting the Number of Prints  
M.Player Mode  
Back  
/
(REV/FWD) buttons to select an image to print.  
Print  
Copies  
Date/Time  
Num.  
002  
2. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Copies, then press the Menu selector.  
3. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to set the number of prints, then press the Menu  
selector.  
100-0002  
Previous  
Next  
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Setting the Date/Time Imprint Option  
4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Date/Time, then press the  
Menu selector.  
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M.Player Mode  
Back  
Print  
Copies  
Date/Time  
5. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select the Date/Time display type,  
then press the Menu selector.  
Off  
Date  
■
Date/Time display type: Off, Date, Time, Date&Time  
Time  
Date&Time  
Printing Images  
100-0002  
Previous  
Next  
Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Print, then press the Menu selector,  
and selected image files will be printed.  
M.Player Mode  
Back  
Print  
Copies  
Date/Time  
[ Notes ]  
■
The Date/Time Imprint Option may not supported by all printers. Check with your printer manufacturer.  
The DATE/TIME Menu cannot be setup if the printer does not support this option.  
TM  
■
The PictBridge is a registered trademark of CIPA(Camera & Imaging Products Association), an image  
100-0002  
Previous  
Next  
transfer standard developed by Canon, Fuji, HP, Olympus, Seiko Epson, and Sony.  
PictBridge supporting printers are commercially available.  
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■
■
Use the USB cable provided with the Camcorder.  
Use the AC power adapter for your Camcorder during PictBridge Direct Printing.  
Turning your 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.  
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■
■
Please refer to the user’s manual of the printer.  
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Maintenance  
After Finishing a Recording  
✤
✤
At the end of a recording you must remove the power source.  
When recording with a Lithium ion Battery pack, leaving the pack on the Camcorder can reduce the life span of the battery.  
The Battery pack should be release after recording is completed.  
1
1. Slide the TAPE EJECT switch in the direction of the arrow.  
■
Opening the cassette door ejects the tape automatically.  
■
Please wait while the tape is completely ejected.  
2. After removing the tape, close the door and store the Camcorder in a dust free environment.  
Dust and other foreign materials can cause square-shaped noise or jerky images.  
2
3
4
3. Set the Power switch to the Off.  
4. Disconnect the power source or remove the lithium ion Battery pack.  
Press the BATTERY RELEASE button located on the bottom of the Camcorder  
and slide the Battery pack in the direction of the arrow.  
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Maintenance  
Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder  
Cleaning the Video Heads  
To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads when the playback pictures display square block-shaped  
noise or distortion, or a blue screen appears.  
(blue screen)  
1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER.  
2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE. (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
3. Insert the cleaning tape.  
4. Press the  
(PLAY/STILL) button.  
5. Press the (STOP) button after 10 seconds.  
[ Notes ]  
■
Check the quality of the picture using a videocassette.  
- If the picture quality has not improved, repeat the operation.  
■
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 Authorised Service Centre.  
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Maintenance  
Using Your Camcorder Abroad  
✤
✤
Each country or region has its own electric and colour systems.  
Before using your Camcorder abroad, check the following items.  
Power sources  
■
You can use your Camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC Power adapter within 100V to 240V, 50/60 Hz.  
Use a commercially available AC jack adapter, if necessary, depending on the design of the local wall outlet.  
■
Colour system  
You can view your recording in the Viewfinder.  
However, to view it on a television or copy it to a videocassette recorder, the television or VCR must be PAL-compatible and  
have the appropriate audio/video jacks.  
Otherwise, you may need to use a transcoder.  
PAL-compatible Countries/Regions  
Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, China, CIS, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Greece,  
Great Britain, Holland, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Libya, Malaysia, Mauritius, Norway, Romania,  
Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Syria, Thailand, Tunisia, etc.  
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.  
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Troubleshooting  
Troubleshooting  
✤
Before contacting a Samsung authorised service centre, perform the following simple checks.  
They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call.  
Self Diagnosis Display  
Display Blinking  
slow  
Informs that...  
Action  
the Battery pack is almost discharged. Change to a charged one.  
When the remaining time on the tape  
Tape end! slow  
Prepare a new one.  
is about 2 minutes.  
Tape end!  
no  
Change to a new one.  
Insert a tape.  
the tape reached its end.  
there is no tape in Camcorder.  
No Tape!  
slow  
If you want to record, release  
Protection! slow  
the tape is protected from recording.  
the protection.  
slow the Camcorder has some mechanical  
fault.  
1. Eject the tape.  
....D  
L
2. Set to OFF.  
3. Detach the battery.  
4. Reattach the battery.  
* If unresolved contact your local  
samsung service centre.  
C
R
moisture condensation has formed in  
the Camcorder.  
slow  
see below.  
Moisture Condensation  
✤
If the Camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside the Camcorder,  
on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this condition, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or the unit  
may not operate correctly.  
To prevent possible damage under these circumstances, the Camcorder is fitted with a moisture sensor.  
✤
If there is moisture inside the Camcorder,  
ejection will work.  
(DEW) is displayed. If this happens, none of the functions except cassette  
Open the cassette compartment and remove the battery.  
Leave the Camcorder for at least two hours in a dry warm room.  
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Self Diagnosis Display in M.Cam/M.Player Modes (VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
Display  
Blinking  
slow  
Informs that...  
Action  
There is no Memory card in  
No Memory Card!  
Insert a Memory card.  
the Camcorder.  
There is not enough memory Change to a new Memory  
Memory Full!  
slow  
slow  
to record.  
card. Erase recorded image.  
Record new images.  
There are no images recorded  
on the Memory card.  
No image!  
The Memory card is record  
protected.  
Release the write protect tab  
on the Memory card.  
Write protect!  
Protect!  
slow  
slow  
When you try to delete to  
Cancel the protection of  
protected image.  
image.  
Format a Memory card or  
insert Memory card recorded  
on this Camcorder.  
The Camcorder can not  
playback.  
Read error!  
slow  
Format a Memory card or  
Write error!  
slow The Camcorder can not record.  
change to a new Memory card.  
The Memory card needs to  
Format a Memory card.  
Not Formatted!  
Now deleted...  
slow  
format.  
(see page 101)  
Wait until delete has been  
finished.  
slow When progressing file delete.  
Eject and re-insert the  
Memory Card  
error!  
If inserted Memory Card is not  
slow  
memory card  
recognised by the Camcorder.  
Try another Memory Card  
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Troubleshooting  
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If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung authorised service centre.  
Symptom  
Explanation/Solution  
You cannot switch the  
Check the Battery pack or the AC Power adapter.  
Camcorder on.  
Check the Power switch is set to CAMERA.  
You have reached the end of the cassette.  
Check the record protection tab on the cassette.  
Start/Stop button  
does not operate  
while recording.  
You have left the Camcorder set to STBY for more  
than 5 minutes without using it.  
The Camcorder shuts  
off automatically.  
The Battery pack is fully exhausted.  
The atmospheric temperature is too low.  
The Battery pack has not been charged fully.  
The Battery pack is completely dead, and cannot be  
recharged, Use another Battery pack.  
Charge runs out  
quickly.  
When you see a blue  
screen during  
playback.  
The video heads may be dirty.  
Clean the head with a cleaning tape.  
The contrast between the subject and the background  
is too great for the Camcorder to operate normally.  
Make the background bright to reduce the contrast or  
use the BLC function while you are recording in bright  
Surroundings.  
A vertical strip appears  
on the screen when  
recording a dark  
background.  
The Viewfinder lens has not been adjusted.  
The image in the  
Adjust the Viewfinder control lever until the indicators  
Viewfinder is blurred.  
displayed on the Viewfinder come into sharp focus.  
Auto focus does not  
work.  
Check the Manual Focus menu.  
Auto focus does not work in the Manual Focus mode.  
Play, FF or REW  
Check the Power switch. Set the Power switch to PLAYER.  
You have reached the beginning or end of the cassette.  
button does not work.  
This is normal operation and it is not a failure or  
defect.  
When you see a  
mosaic pattern  
The tape may be damaged. Replace the tape.  
Cleaning the video heads (see page 113).  
during playback  
search.  
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Specifications  
Model Name: VP-D351(i)/D352(i)/D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i)  
System  
Video signal  
PAL  
Video recording system  
Audio recording system  
Usable cassette  
Tape speed  
2 rotary heads, Helical scanning system  
Rotary heads, PCM system  
Digital video tape (6.35mm width): Mini DV cassette  
SP: approx. 18.83mm/s LP: approx. 12.57mm/s  
SP: 60 minutes (when using DVM 60), LP: 90 minutes (when using DVM 60)  
Approx. 150 sec. (using DVM60 tape)  
CCD (Charge Coupled Device) (800k pixels)  
F1.6 20x(Optical), 900x(Digital) Electronic zoom lens  
Ø30  
Tape recording time  
FF/REW time  
Image device  
Lens  
Filter diameter  
LCD screen/Viewfinder  
Size/dot number  
LCD screen Method  
Viewfinder  
2.36inchs 112k  
TFT LCD  
B/W LCD (VP-D351(i)/D352(i)/D353(i) only), Colour LCD (VP-D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
Connectors  
Video output  
S-video output  
Audio output  
DV input/output  
1Vp-p (75Ω terminated)  
Y: 1Vp-p, 75Ω, C: 0. 286Vp-p, 75Ω  
-7.5dBs (600Ω terminated)  
VP-D351i/D352i/D353i/D354i/D355i: 4pin special in/out connector,  
VP-D351/D352/D353/D354/D355: out only.  
Mini-B type connector  
USB output  
External mic  
Ø3.5 stereo  
General  
Power source  
DC 8.4V, Lithium Ion Battery Pack 7.4V  
Power source type  
Power consumption  
(Recording)  
Lithium Ion Battery Pack, Power supply (100V~240V) 50/60Hz  
4.3W(LCD), 4.0W(Viewfinder)  
Operating temperature  
Storage temperature  
External dimension  
Weight  
0˚~40˚C (32˚F~104˚F)  
-20˚C ~ 60˚C (-4˚F ~ 140˚F)  
Height 92mm(3.62inches), Length 117.5mm(4.63inches), Width 64mm(2.52inches)  
0.904lb (410g, 14.46oz) (Except for Lithium Ion Battery Pack and tape)  
Omni-directional stereo microphone  
Internal MIC  
Remote control  
Indoors: greater than 49ft(15m) (straight line), Outdoors: about 16.4ft(5m) (straight line)  
(VP-D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i) only)  
- These technical specifications and design may be changed without notice.  
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Index  
- A -  
- O -  
Accessories ................................................................................................12  
AF/MF ....................................................................................................... 58  
Audio Dubbing .......................................................................................... 77  
Audio Mode................................................................................................ 55  
OSD .................................................................................................... 24, 25  
- P -  
Photo Copy ............................................................................................. 106  
Photo Quality ............................................................................................ 91  
Photo Search ............................................................................................. 68  
Program AE ........................................................................................ 63, 64  
Protection .................................................................................................. 97  
- B -  
Battery Pack .............................................................................................. 21  
BLC ........................................................................................................... 46  
- C -  
- R -  
Cassette .................................................................................................... 36  
Cleaning .................................................................................................. 113  
Clock Set.................................................................................................... 27  
Connecting ................................................................................................ 71  
Rec Mode .................................................................................................. 54  
Rec Search ............................................................................................... 41  
Remote ...................................................................................................... 28  
Remote control ................................................................................... 17, 43  
- D -  
- S -  
Date/Time .................................................................................................. 33  
DC Cable .................................................................................................. 20  
Deleting ..................................................................................................... 99  
Demonstration............................................................................................ 31  
DIS ............................................................................................................. 61  
Digital Effect .............................................................................................. 65  
DV ........................................................................................................ 79, 80  
Shutter Speed ........................................................................................... 57  
Sound ........................................................................................................ 70  
Speaker ..................................................................................................... 70  
Still images ................................................................................................ 95  
- T -  
Tele MACRO ............................................................................................. 44  
- E -  
TV Display.................................................................................................. 34  
EASY.Q Mode ........................................................................................... 40  
- U -  
Exposure ................................................................................................... 57  
USB ..................................................................................................... 81~86  
- F -  
Fade .......................................................................................................... 45  
Formatting ............................................................................................... 101  
Frame advance ......................................................................................... 74  
Function buttons ....................................................................................... 13  
- V -  
Viewfinder ..................................................................................................35  
- W -  
White Balance............................................................................................ 59  
- H -  
Wind Cut .................................................................................................... 56  
Hand Strap ................................................................................................ 18  
- Z -  
- I -  
ZERO MEMORY ....................................................................................... 42  
IEEE1394 .................................................................................................. 79  
Zoom ......................................................................................................... 44  
- L -  
LCD ........................................................................................................... 32  
- M -  
Memory card ............................................................................................. 88  
Memory Stick ............................................................................................ 87  
MPEG Recording..................................................................................... 102  
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Power Sources (United Kingdom Only)  
The mains lead on the power adapter is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse.  
The value of the fuse is indicated on the pin face of the plug and, if it requires replacing, a fuse approved to  
BS1362 of the same rating must be used.  
Never use the plug with the fuse cover omitted if the cover is detachable.  
If a replacement fuse cover is required, it must be of the same colour as the pin face of the plug.  
Replacement covers are available from your dealer.  
If the fitted plug is not suitable for the power points in your house or the cable is not long enough to reach a power point,  
you should obtain a suitable safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer for assistance.  
However, if there is no alternative to cutting off the plug, remove the fuse and then safely dispose of the plug.  
Do NOT connect the plug to a mains socket as there is a risk of shock hazard from the bared flexible cord.  
IMPORTANT  
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:  
BLUE = NEUTRAL  
BROWN = LIVE  
As these colours may not correspond to the coloured marqueings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:  
The wire coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal marqueed with the letter N or coloured BLUE or BLACK.  
The wire coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal marqueed with the letter L or coloured BROWN or RED.  
WARNING  
NOTE  
Do not connect either wire to the earth terminal marqueed with the letter E or the earth symbol,  
or coloured GREEN or GREEN and YELLOW.  
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This page is applicable to Great Britain only.  
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UNITED KINGDOM  
REPUBLIC OF IRELAND  
This Samsung product is warranted for the period of twelve  
(12) months from the original date of purchase, against  
defective materials and workmanship. In the event that  
warranty service is required, you should return the product to  
the retailer from whom it was purchased.  
However, Samsung Authorised Dealers and Authorised  
Service Centres in other EC Countries will comply with the  
warranty on the terms issued to purchasers in the country  
concerned. In case of difficulty, details of our Authorised  
Service Centres are available from:  
4. This product is not considered to be defective in materials  
nor workmanship by reason that it requires adaptation in  
order to conform to national or local technical or safety  
standards in force in any Country other than the one for  
which the product was originally designed and  
manufactured. This warranty will not cover, and no re-  
imbursement will be made for such adaptation nor any  
damage which may result.  
5. This warranty covers none of the following:  
a) Periodic check ups, maintenance and repair or  
replacement of parts due to normal wear and tear.  
b) Cost relating to transport, removal or installation of the  
product.  
c) Misuse, including the faiure to use this product for its  
normal purposes or incorrect installation.  
d) Damage caused by Lightning, Water, Fire, Acts of God,  
War, Public Disturbances, incorrect mains voltage,  
improper ventilation or any other cause beyond the  
control of Samsung.  
Samsung Electronics (U.K.) Ltd.,  
Euro Service Centre, Stafford Park 12,  
TELFORD, Shropshire TF3 3BJ,  
Tel: 0870) 242 0303, Fax: 01952) 297617  
I WARRANTY CONDITIONS  
6. This warranty is valid for any person who legally acquired  
possession of the product during the warranty period.  
7. The consumers statutory rights in any applicable national  
legislation whether against the retailer arising from the  
purchase contract or otherwise are not affected by this  
warranty. Unless there is national legislation to the contrary,  
the rights under this warranty are the consumers sole rights  
and Samsung, its subsidiaries and distributors shall not be  
liable for indirect or consequential loss or any damage to  
records, compact discs, videos or audio taper or any other  
related equipment or material.  
1. The warranty is only valid if, when warranty service is  
required, the warranty card is fully and properly completed  
and is presented with the original invoice or sales slip or  
confirmation, and the serial number on the product has not  
been defaced.  
2. Samsung’s obligations are limited to the repair or, at its  
discretion, replacement of the product or the defective part.  
3. Warranty repairs must be carried out by Authorised  
Samsung Dealers or Authorised Service Centres. No re-  
imbursement will be made for repairs carried out by non  
Samsung Dealers and, any such repair work and damage to  
the products caused by such repair work will not be covered  
by this warranty.  
SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS (U.K.) LTD.  
ELLAS  
(GREECE)  
Agaphte pelath,  
3. H episkeuh tou proiontoı prepei na anatiqetai mono se  
exousiodothmena kentra service h exousiodothmenouı  
antiproswpouı thı SAMSUNG. Kamia apozhmiwsh den qa  
ginei apodekth gia episkeuh pou ecei ginei apo mh  
exousiodothmeno apo thn SAMSUNG sunergeio.  
4. To proion auto den qa qewrhqei ellatwmatiko sta ulika h  
sthn ergasia episkeuhı ean qa prepei na prosarmostei,  
metatrapei h ruqmistei wste na summorfwqei me tiı  
topikeı tecnikeı prodiagrafeı h prodiagrafeı pou  
iscuoun se cwra allh apo auth gia thn opoia proorizotan  
h kataskeuasthke.  
Saı eucaristoume gia thn empistosunh pou deixate sthn  
SAMSUNG me thn agora authı thı suskeuhı.  
To proion auto thı SAMSUNG einai egguhmeno gia periodo  
dwdeka (12) mhnwn apo thn hmeromhnia agoraı tou gia  
antallaktika kai ergatika. Sthn periptwsh pou qa  
creiastei episkeuh, to proion auto thı SAMSUNG qa  
prepei na stalei h na metaferqei sto exousiodothmeno  
service, me exoda tou agorasth.  
Exousiodothmenoi antiproswpoi kai exousiodothmena kentra  
service se alleı Eurwpaikeı cwreı, qa apodecqoun touı  
orouı thı egguhshı.  
H egguhsh auth den kaluptei apozhmiwseiı giaÚ  
Plhroforieı gia ta exousiodothmena kentra service sthn  
Ellada, mporeite na parete apo thn  
Kefaleı binteo kai kasetofwnwn  
Kefaleı binteokameraı  
Gennhtrieı aktinwn Iaser sta CD, DVD  
Thleceiristhria  
Lucnieı fournwn mikrokumatwn  
Prosarmogeı, metatropeı h ruqmiseiı, anexarthta an  
einai epituchı h anepituchı, oute opoiadhpote zhmia  
proercetai ex autou...  
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FOURLIS TRADE A.E.B.E.  
L. Kruoneriou 112  
145 68 Kruoneri, Apikhı  
Thl. 210.629.3100  
I Oroi thı egguhshı  
1. H egguhsh iscuei ean kai mono ean to proion creiazetai  
service kai h karta egguhshı ecei plhrwı sumplhrwqei  
kai sfragisqei apo to katasthma agoraı. Epishı prepei  
na proskomisqei kai to timologio h h apodeixh  
lianikhı pwlhshı, panw sthn opoia o seiriakoı ariqmoı  
tou proiontoı prepei na einai eukrinhı.  
2. H upocrewsh thı SAMSUNG afora mono thn episkeuh  
tou proiontoı  
5. H egguhsh auth den kaluptei kamia apo tiı parakatw  
periptwseiıÚ  
E. Se periptwsh pou den uparcei eqnikh nomoqesia  
auth h egguhsh qa einai h monadikh kai  
apokleistikh kaluyh tou katanalwth gia kaqe  
zhmia.  
Periodikouı elegcouı, sunthrhsh kai episkeuh h  
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antikatastash merwn pou ofeilontai se fusiologikh  
fqora  
Ta exoda kai touı kindunouı metaforaı pou  
scetizontai me thn egguhsh autou tou proiontoı  
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FOURLIS TRADE A.E.B.E.  
Zhmia se auto to proion pou proercetai apoÚ  
A. Katacrhsh h kai kakh crhsh, sumperilambanomenhı  
alla kai mh periorismenhı seÚ  
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Mh crhsh autou tou proiontoı gia touı skopouı  
pou fusiologika proorizetai h sumfwna me tiı  
odhgieı crhsewı gia thn swsth crhsh kai  
sunthrhsh autou tou proiontoı  
Thn egkatastash kai crhsh tou proiontoı me  
tropouı pou antikeintai stiı tecnikeı  
prodiagrafeı asfaleiaı pou iscuoun kata thn  
crhsh tou proiontoı  
B. Episkeuh pou egine apo mh exousiodothmena  
sunergeia service  
G. Atuchmata, qeomhnieı h opoiadhpote aitia pera  
tou elegcou thı SAMSUNG, sumperilambanomenwn  
alla mh periorismenwn twn keraunwn, tou nerou,  
thı fwtiaı, twn dhmosiwn anataracwn, tou kakou  
aerismou klp.  
D. H egguhsh auth den ephreazei ta dikaiwmata tou  
katanalwth pou problepontai apo thn efarmostea  
eqnikh nomoqesia pou iscuei, oute ta dikaiwmata  
twn katanalwtwn enantion twn lianopwlhtwn pou  
aporreoun apo thn sumbash pwlhshı.  
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THIS CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY:  
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United Kingdom  
http://www.samsungelectronics.co.uk  
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