Samsung SCD6040 User Manual
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Digital Video Camcorder  
SCD6040  
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.  
ELECTRONICS  
US PATENT 4415844  
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Notices and Safety Instructions  
9. VENTILATION:  
13. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING:  
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure  
reliable operation of the CAMCORDER and to protect it from  
overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. Never  
place your CAMCORDER on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface:  
on or near a radiator or heat register. This CAMCORDER should not be  
placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper  
ventilation is provided or the manufacturer s instructions have been  
adhered to.  
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the CAMCORDER,  
be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded to provide some  
protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges, Section 810  
of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides  
information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting  
structure, grounding of the lead-in wire and supporting structure,  
grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in  
wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding to conductors,  
location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes  
and requirements for the grounding electrode.  
10. POWER SOURCES:  
The CAMCORDER should be operated only from the type of power  
source indicated on the label.  
See figure below.  
If you are not sure of the type of power supply at your home, consult your  
appliance dealer or local power company.  
ANTENNA  
ACAMCORDER is intended to be operated from battery power, or other  
sources, refer to the operating instructions.  
LEAD IN WIRE  
GROUND  
CLAMP  
ANTENNA  
11. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION:  
DASCHARGE UNIT  
(NEC SECTION 810-20)  
This CAMCORDER may be equipped with either a polarized  
2-wire AC line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other)  
or a 3-wire grounding type plug, a plug having a third (grounding)  
pin.  
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS  
(NEC SECTION 810-21)  
ELECTRIC SERVICE  
EQUIPMENT  
GROUND CLAMPS  
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING  
ELECTRODE SYSTEM  
(NEC ART 250, PART H)  
If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the  
plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to replace your  
outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.  
NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE  
12. POWER-CORD PROTECTION:  
Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be  
walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, playing  
particular attention to cords or plugs, convenient receptacles, and the  
point where they exit from the unit.  
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Notices and Safety Instructions  
14. LIGHTNING:  
19. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE:  
For added protection of this CAMCORDER during a lightning  
storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of  
time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or  
cable system.  
This will prevent damage to the CAMCORDER due to lightning  
and power-line surges.  
Unplug this CAMCORDER from the wall outlet and refer servicing to  
qualified service personnel under the following conditions:  
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.  
b. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects have fallen into the  
CAMCORDER.  
c. If the CAMCORDER has been exposed to rain or water.  
d. If the CAMCORDER does not operate normally by following the  
operating instructions, adjust only those controls that are covered by  
thee operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may  
result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified  
technician to restore the CAMCORDER to its normal operation.  
e. If the CAMCORDER has been dropped or the cabinet has been  
damaged.  
15. POWER LINES:  
An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of  
overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits where it can  
fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna  
system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power  
lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.  
16. OVERLOADING  
f. When the CAMCORDER exhibits a distinct change in performance,  
this indicates a need for service.  
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a  
risk of fire or electric shock.  
20. REPLACEMENT PARTS:  
17. OBJECTS AND LIQUIDS:  
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.  
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other  
hazards.  
Never push objects of any kind into this CAMCORDER through openings  
as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out a part that could  
result in a fire or electric shock.  
Never spill liquids of any kind onto the CAMCORDER. Should spillage  
occur, unplug unit and have it checked by a technician before use.  
21. SAFETY CHECK:  
18. SERVICING:  
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this CAMCORDER, ask the  
service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the  
CAMCORDER is in safe operating order.  
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.  
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Notices and Safety Instructions  
22. To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not  
expose this appliance to rain or moisture.  
23. If this power supply is used at 240V AC, a suitable plug adapter should  
be used.  
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for  
a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are  
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a  
residential installation.  
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if  
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful  
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that  
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does  
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be  
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try  
to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:  
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER:  
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to  
Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and,  
in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the  
grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as  
practical.  
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which  
the receiver is connected.  
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help and for  
additional suggestions.  
The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal  
Communications Commission helpful: "How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV  
Interference Problems."  
USER INSTALLER CAUTION:  
Your authority to operate this FCC certified equipment could be voided if you  
make changes or modifications not expressly approved by this party  
responsible for compliance to part 15 FCC rules.  
NOTE:  
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This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office,  
Washington, D.C. 20402, Stock No. 004-000-00345-4.  
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OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL, STATE OR FEDERAL LAWS.  
For details see lamprecycle.org, eiae.org, or call 1-800-Samsung.  
FCC Warning  
The user is cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by  
the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.  
FCC ID: A3L04GAMMA2  
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.  
Operations is subject to the following two conditions:  
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and  
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference  
that may cause undesired operation.  
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Contents  
Start  
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Precautions on Camcorder Care ................................................................................................................................................................................. 8  
Quick Start .................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 9  
Notes and Safety Instructions  
Getting to Know Your Device  
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Features ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 15  
Accessories Supplied with the Camcorder ................................................................................................................................................................ 16  
Basic Accessories ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 16  
Front & Left View ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 17  
Rear & Left View ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 18  
Rear & Right View ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 19  
Rear & Bottom View ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 20  
Remote Control ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 21  
OSD (On Screen Display in REC / PLAY Modes) .................................................................................................................................................... 22  
OSD (On Screen Display) in (Camera) Modes ........................................................................................................................................................ 23  
Turning the OSD (On Screen Display) On / Off ........................................................................................................................................................ 24  
The Camcorder : Preparation  
25  
How to Use the Remote Control ................................................................................................................................................................................ 25  
Battery Installation for the Remote Control .......................................................................................................................................................... 25  
Self Timer Recording using the Remote Control ................................................................................................................................................. 25  
Adjusting the Hand Strap .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 26  
Hand strap ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 26  
Shoulder strap.........................................................................................................................................................................................................26  
Connecting a Power Source ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 27  
Using the AC Power Adapter and the DC Cable ................................................................................................................................................ 27  
Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack .......................................................................................................................................................................... 28  
Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack ................................................................................................................................................................ 28  
Table of Continuous Recording Time Based on Model and Battery Type ......................................................................................................... 29  
Battery Level Display ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 30  
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Setting the Power Switch ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 31  
Using the 5-Way Button ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 32  
Adjusting the LCD Monitor ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 33  
Adjusting the LCD in REC Mode ......................................................................................................................................................................... 33  
Adjusting the LCD in PLAY Mode ........................................................................................................................................................................ 33  
Using the Viewfinder ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 34  
Adjusting the Focus................................................................................................................................................................................................34  
Controlling the Sound from the Built-In Speaker.........................................................................................................................................................35  
Using the MENU ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 36  
The Camcorder : Functions  
38  
Setting the Clock ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 38  
Setting the DATE/TIME ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 39  
Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (WL.REMOTE). .................................................................................................................... 40  
Setting the Beep Sound .........................................................................................................................................................................................41  
Setting the OSD Language ....................................................................................................................................................................................41  
Viewing the DEMONSTRATION .......................................................................................................................................................................... 42  
Turning the OSD (On Screen Display) On / Off for Video Out (Setting the TV DISPLAY) ................................................................................ 43  
Using EASYQ Mode .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 44  
Manual Focus / Auto Focus (MF/AF) ......................................................................................................................................................................... 45  
Auto Focusing ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 45  
Manual Focusing ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 45  
Zooming In and Out with the Digital Zoom ................................................................................................................................................................ 46  
Zooming In and Out .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 46  
The Camcorder : Basic Recording  
47  
Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette ............................................................................................................................................................................. 47  
Inserting a Cassette ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 47  
Ejecting a Cassette ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 47  
Protecting a Cassette ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 48  
Making Your First Recording .................................................................................................................................................................................... 49  
Recording Video ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 49  
Record Search (REC SEARCH) .......................................................................................................................................................................... 50  
Playing Back a Tape You Have Recorded Using the LCD Monitor ......................................................................................................................... 51  
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The Camcorder : Advanced Recording  
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Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (PROGRAM AE) ................................................................................................................................... 52  
Setting the PROGRAM AE .................................................................................................................................................................................. 53  
Setting the White Balance for Camcorder Use (WHT.BALANCE) .......................................................................................................................... 54  
Setting the Digital Zoom for Camcorder Use (D. ZOOM) ........................................................................................................................................ 55  
Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) ................................................................................................................................................................. 56  
Applying Digital Special Effects to Your Recording (DSE) ....................................................................................................................................... 57  
Selecting a Digital Special Effect in Camcorder Mode ............................................................................................................................................ 58  
Selecting the Record Mode for Camcorder Use ...................................................................................................................................................... 59  
Selecting the Audio Mode for Camcorder Use ......................................................................................................................................................... 60  
Cutting Off Wind Noise (WIND CUT) ....................................................................................................................................................................... 61  
Using Backlight Compensation Mode (BLC) ............................................................................................................................................................ 62  
Setting the Slow Shutter Speed ................................................................................................................................................................................ 63  
NITE PIX ................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 64  
POWER NITE PIX ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 65  
Setting the Shutter Speed and Exposure ................................................................................................................................................................ 66  
Using the Fade In / Out Function .............................................................................................................................................................................. 67  
Setting Up and Using the Quick Menu ..................................................................................................................................................................... 68  
DATE/TIME .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 68  
WL.REMOTE(  
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DIS( ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 68  
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DSE (Digital Special Effects) ............................................................................................................................................................................... 69  
PROGRAM AE .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 69  
WHT.BALANCE .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 69  
SHUTTER / EXPOSURE..................................................................................................................................................................................... 70  
Taking Photos ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 71  
Various Recording Techniques ................................................................................................................................................................................. 72  
The Camcorder : Playback  
73  
Playing Back a Recorded Tape ................................................................................................................................................................................. 73  
Various Functions in PLAY modes ............................................................................................................................................................................ 74  
Playback Pause .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 74  
Picture Search – Forward/Reverse ...................................................................................................................................................................... 74  
Slow Playback – Forward/Reverse ...................................................................................................................................................................... 74  
X2 Playback (Forward/Reverse) ............................................................................................................................................................................75  
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Frame Advance – Frame by Frame Playback ..................................................................................................................................................... 75  
Searching Still Images ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 76  
Dubbing an Additional Sound Track to Your Recording............................................................................................................................................. 77  
Dubbing the Sound ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 77  
Playing Dubbed Sound .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 78  
Setting the Zero Memory on the Tape (Ending Position) ............................................................................................................................................... 79  
PB DSE - Applying Digital Special Effects to Your Recording During Playback ...................................................................................................... 80  
PB ZOOM- Zooming During Playback ..................................................................................................................................................................... 81  
The Camera : Preparation  
82  
Using the Mode Dial.....................................................................................................................................................................................................82  
Using the Memory Card...............................................................................................................................................................................................82  
Memory Card Functions .......................................................................................................................................................................................82  
Inserting a Memory Card......................................................................................................................................................................................83  
Ejecting a Memory Card.......................................................................................................................................................................................83  
Formatting a Memory Card...................................................................................................................................................................................84  
Number of Recordable Images / Length of Motion Clip..............................................................................................................................................85  
The Camera : Functions  
86  
Numbering Stored Pictures..........................................................................................................................................................................................86  
Setting the Picture Quality............................................................................................................................................................................................87  
Setting the Picture Size................................................................................................................................................................................................88  
Setting the Menu Language.........................................................................................................................................................................................89  
Setting the LCD Brightness..........................................................................................................................................................................................90  
Setting the Clock ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................91  
Setting the IMPRINT Option ........................................................................................................................................................................................92  
Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (WL.REMOTE).............................................................................................................................93  
Setting the Beep Sound...............................................................................................................................................................................................94  
Setting the Shutter Sound............................................................................................................................................................................................94  
Using the Menu ............................................................................................................................................................................................................95  
The Camera : Basic Picture Taking  
99  
Taking and Viewing Your First Photo ..........................................................................................................................................................................99  
Taking Still Images: PROGRAM Mode.................................................................................................................................................................99  
Taking Still Images: EASYQ Mode.......................................................................................................................................................................99  
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Viewing Still Images............................................................................................................................................................................................100  
Viewing a Single Still Image ...............................................................................................................................................................................100  
Viewing a Slide Show .........................................................................................................................................................................................101  
Setting the Q.View Duration ...............................................................................................................................................................................102  
Viewing a Still Image using the Quick Review...................................................................................................................................................102  
Viewing Multiple Images in Multiple Image View...............................................................................................................................................103  
Deleting Recorded Pictures .......................................................................................................................................................................................103  
Delayed Recording – Self Timer................................................................................................................................................................................105  
Taking Motion Clips (MPEG) Using the Camera.......................................................................................................................................................106  
Recording a Motion Clip (MPEG) onto a Memory Card....................................................................................................................................107  
Viewing a Motion Clip (MPEG)...........................................................................................................................................................................108  
The Camera : Advanced Techniques  
109  
Setting the Focus .......................................................................................................................................................................................................109  
Using the Built-In Flash ..............................................................................................................................................................................................110  
Setting the Focus Modes ...........................................................................................................................................................................................112  
Auto Focus Mode................................................................................................................................................................................................112  
Manual Focus Mode ...........................................................................................................................................................................................112  
Continuous Auto Focus Mode.............................................................................................................................................................................113  
Macro Mode ........................................................................................................................................................................................................114  
Setting the Exposure ..................................................................................................................................................................................................115  
Locking the Auto Exposure: AE LOCK...............................................................................................................................................................115  
Setting the Auto Exposure Metering Options: SPOT AE or MULTI AE .............................................................................................................116  
SCENE Modes – Preset Auto Exposure Modes................................................................................................................................................117  
Manual Exposure Compensation........................................................................................................................................................................118  
Setting the Aperture ............................................................................................................................................................................................119  
Setting the Shutter Speed ..................................................................................................................................................................................120  
Setting the White Balance..........................................................................................................................................................................................121  
Setting the Preset White Balance.......................................................................................................................................................................121  
Setting the Manual White Balance.....................................................................................................................................................................122  
Setting the ISO Sensitivity..........................................................................................................................................................................................123  
Using Digital Special Effects......................................................................................................................................................................................124  
Taking Multiple Images Using Auto Exposure Bracketing.........................................................................................................................................125  
Taking Multiple Images Using Continuous Shot........................................................................................................................................................126  
Setting the Sharpness................................................................................................................................................................................................127  
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Using the Digital Zoom...............................................................................................................................................................................................128  
Rotating a Stored Picture...........................................................................................................................................................................................129  
Resizing a Stored Picture ..........................................................................................................................................................................................130  
Customizing Your Camera – MySET Menu...............................................................................................................................................................131  
Memorizing Your Current Settings......................................................................................................................................................................131  
Loading Your Customized Settings ....................................................................................................................................................................132  
Customizing Your Camera – Changing the Start-Up Image.....................................................................................................................................133  
Zooming & Trimming Recorded Pictures (Playback ZOOM) While Viewing............................................................................................................134  
Zooming the Picture............................................................................................................................................................................................134  
Trimming the Picture...........................................................................................................................................................................................134  
Protecting Stored Pictures .........................................................................................................................................................................................135  
Miscellaneous Information  
137  
Printing Your Pictures – Using the PictBridge ...........................................................................................................................................................137  
Printing Your Pictures – Using the DPOF..................................................................................................................................................................142  
Connecting to Other Devices – TV and VCR............................................................................................................................................................145  
Connecting to Other Devices – PC............................................................................................................................................................................149  
Connecting to a PC using a DV (i.Link, IEEE 1394) cable................................................................................................................................149  
Connecting to a PC using a USB cable.............................................................................................................................................................151  
Maintenance  
154  
Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder.................................................................................................................................................................154  
After Using Your Camcorder...............................................................................................................................................................................154  
Cleaning the Camera Body and Video Heads...................................................................................................................................................155  
Using Your Camcorder Abroad ..................................................................................................................................................................................156  
Troubleshooting  
157  
Troubleshooting..........................................................................................................................................................................................................157  
Self Diagnosis Display........................................................................................................................................................................................157  
Specifications  
160  
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INDEX  
Warranty (SEA Users Only)  
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Precautions on Camcorder Care  
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Please note the following precautions for use:  
Please keep this device in a safe place. The device contains a lens that can be damaged by shock.  
Keep away from the reach of the children.  
Do not place your device in a wet place. Moisture and water may cause the device to malfunction.  
Do not aim the device at the sun while looking through the viewfinder; this may cause permanent damage to your eyes.  
To avoid electric shock, do not touch your device or power cable with wet hands.  
Do not use the flash close to another s eyes. The flash emits a strong light that may cause damage similar to direct  
sunlight on one s eyesight. Particular care should be observed if photographing infants, when the flash should be no less  
than 3 feet from your subject.  
If the device is not working properly, please consult your nearest dealer or authorized Samsung service facility.  
Disassembling the device yourself may cause irrecoverable damage which will be difficult to repair.  
Clean the device with a dry, soft cloth. Use a soft cloth moistened with a mild detergent solution for removing stains. Do  
not use any type of solvent, especially benzenes, as they may seriously damage the finish.  
Keep your device away from rain and saltwater. After using, clean the device. Saltwater may cause the parts to corrode.  
For better quality, please use  
than CAMCORDER mode.)  
(CAMERA) mode when taking still images.(Image quality of  
(CAMERA) mode is better  
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Quick Start  
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This device is a Camcorder and a Digital Still Camera in one system and provides a variety of functions. Please read this  
manual in its entirety.  
Before using the device, install the accessories in the following order:  
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1. Install the battery pack. Insert a cassette  
(refer to page 47).  
2. Insert the Memory Card into the memory card slot  
(refer to page 83).  
3. Charge the battery pack by connecting the power cable  
to the camcorder.  
4. Set your device to REC or  
(CAMERA) mode by  
setting the Power Switch (refer to page 31).  
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PHOTO  
PPHHOOTTOO  
5. Press the START/STOP button to record a video, or  
press the PHOTO button to record a still picture.  
PPPHHHOOOTTTOOO  
PPHHOOTTOO  
PHOTO  
START/STOP  
SSTTAARRTT//SSTTOOPP  
SSSTTTAAARRRTTT//S/SSTTTOOOPPP  
SSTTAARRTT//SSTTOOPP  
START/STOP  
6. When finished, set the Power Switch to OFF.  
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To connect DC Power In / Multi-AV / DV / USB cable to the camcorder, open the LCD monitor and then open the Jack  
Cover.  
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Notes and Safety Instructions  
Notes Regarding the Rotation of the LCD Screen  
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Do not apply excessive force on the moving parts while adjusting the monitor.  
Over rotation or excessive force may damage the hinge connecting the LCD monitor to the Camcorder.  
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1. LCD monitor is closed.  
2. Standard recording using the LCD monitor.  
3. Recording while looking at the LCD monitor from the top.  
4. Recording while looking at the LCD monitor from the front.  
5. Recording while looking at the LCD monitor from the left.  
6. Recording with the LCD monitor closed.  
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Notes and Safety Instructions  
Notices Regarding COPYRIGHT  
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Television programs, movie video tapes, DVD titles, films and other program materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized  
recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of the Copyright owners and is contrary to copyright laws.  
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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Entering or leaving a heated place on a cold day might cause condensation inside the product.  
To prevent condensation, place the product in a carrying case or a plastic bag before exposing it to a sudden change in  
temperature.  
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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 removed.  
Notes Regarding the CAMCORDER  
1. Do not leave the camcorder exposed to high temperature (above 60¡C or 140¡F).  
For example, in a parked closed car in summer or exposed to direct sunlight.  
2. Do not let the camcorder get wet. Keep the camcorder away from rain, salt water, or any other form of moisture. The  
product will be damaged if immersed in water or subjected to high levels of moisture.  
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Notes and Safety Instructions  
Notes Regarding the Battery Pack  
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Make sure the battery pack is fully charged before starting to record.  
To preserve battery power, keep your camcorder turned off when you are not operating it.  
If your device is in Camcorder mode, and it is left in STBY mode without being operated for more than 5 minutes with a  
tape loaded, it will automatically turn itself off to protect against unnecessary battery discharge.  
Make sure that the battery pack is attached firmly in place.  
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The new battery pack provided with the product is not charged.  
Before using the battery pack, you need to fully charge it.  
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Do not drop the battery pack. Dropping the battery pack may damage it.  
It is a good idea to use the viewfinder rather than the LCD monitor when recording for long periods, because the LCD  
monitor consumes more battery power.  
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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.  
To avoid damage to the battery pack, make sure to remove the battery when no charge remains.  
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When the battery reaches the end of its life, please contact your local dealer.  
Batteries must be disposed of as chemical waste.  
Be careful not to drop the battery pack when you release it from the camcorder.  
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Notes and Safety Instructions  
Notes Regarding Video Head Cleaning  
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To ensure normal recording and a clear picture, clean the video heads regularly. If a square block-shaped 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.  
Notes Regarding the Lens  
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Do not film with the camera lens pointing directly at the sun.  
Direct sunlight can damage the CCD (Charge Coupled Device, the imaging sensor).  
Notes Regarding the Electronic Viewfinder  
1. Do not position the camcorder such that the viewfinder is pointing directly towards the sun.  
Direct sunlight can damage the inside of the viewfinder. Be careful when setting the camcorder in a sunny place or near a  
window exposed to sunlight.  
2. Do not pick up the camcorder by holding the viewfinder.  
3. Applying excessive force to the viewfinder may damage it.  
Notes Regarding ‘Record’ or ‘Playback’ Using the LCD  
1. The LCD monitor has been manufactured using the high precision technology.  
However, there may be tiny dots (red, blue or green in color) that  
appear on the LCD monitor.  
These dots are normal and do not affect the recorded picture in  
any way.  
2. When you use the LCD monitor 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 monitor.  
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Notes and Safety Instructions  
Notes Regarding the Hand Strap  
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To ensure a steady picture during filming, make sure that the hand strap is properly adjusted.  
Do not force your hand into the hand strap as you could damage it.  
Precautions Regarding the Lithium Battery Cell  
1. The Lithium battery maintains the clock function and user settings; even when the battery pack or AC adapter is removed.  
2. The Lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from the time of installation.  
Servicing  
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✤
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.  
✤
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.  
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Features  
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Supports IEEE 1394 Digital Data Transfer  
By incorporating the IEEE 1394 (i.LINKTM: i.LINK is a serial data transfer protocol and inter-connectivity 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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Integrated Camcorder / DSC operation  
An integrated digital imaging device that easily converts between a Digital Camcorder and a Digital Still Camera with a  
flip of the Power Switch, ensuring comfortable and easy recording.  
High Resolution Image Quality (Digital Still Camera)  
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Employing 4 Mega Pixels CCD, a maximum resolution of 2272x1704 is available.  
Digital Zoom  
Allows the user to magnify an image up to 900x (Camcorder Mode) or 12x (Camera Mode) its original size.  
Color TFT LCD  
A high-resolution color TFT LCD gives you clean, sharp images as well as the ability to review your recordings  
immediately.  
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Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS)  
The DIS compensates for any natural shaking movements, reducing unstable images, particularly at high magnification.  
Various Digital Effects  
The DSE (Digital Special Effects) allows the user to give the film a special look by adding various special effects.  
MULTI OSD LANGUAGE  
You can select the desired OSD Language among English, Spanish, French, German and Italian.  
Various Scene Modes  
The SCENE modes enable you to easily alternate the shutter speed and aperture settings to suit the type of scene/action  
being filmed.  
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NITE PIX  
The NITE PIX function enables you to record a subject in a dark place.  
USB Interface for Digital Image Data Transfer  
You can transfer still images to a PC using the USB interface without an add-on card.  
Supports Various Memory Card Types  
Multimedia Card (MMC), Secure Digital Memory Card (SD Card), Memory Stick, and Memory Stick Pro memory cards  
are supported.  
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Supports DPOF & PictBridge Printing Aid  
DPOF (Digital Printing Order Format) and PictBridge interfaces are supported. By using these features, you can print your  
still images by using a printer that supports these features without having to use your PC.  
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Accessories Supplied with the Camcorder  
✤
Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your digital camcorder.  
1. Lithium Ion Battery pack  
(AD43-00128A)  
2. AC Power Adapter  
(AA-E8 Type)  
3. AC Power Cord  
(AD39-00076A)  
(AD44-00090A)  
Basic Accessories  
1.  
Lithium Ion Battery Pack  
AC Power Adapter  
AC Power Cord  
Multi-AV Cable  
Instruction Book  
Lithium battery for Remote Control and Clock  
Shoulder Strap  
USB Cable  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
7.  
8.  
9.  
6. Lithium battery for  
Remote Control and  
Clock(CR2025 type, 2EA)  
(AD43-10130H)  
4. Multi-AV Cable  
(AD39-00099A)  
5. Instruction Book  
9. Software CD  
7. Shoulder Strap  
(AD72-00050A)  
8. USB Cable  
(AD39-00073B)  
Software CD  
10. Remote Control  
11. Memory Stick  
12. Lens Cover  
10. Remote Control  
(AD59-00085A)  
11. 16MB Memory Stick  
(1109-001222)  
12. Lens Cover  
(AD97-07250D)  
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Front & Left View  
6. Camera Mode Dial  
7. Display Button  
8. 5-way Button  
1. Built-in MIC  
2. Built-in Flash  
9. Menu Button  
10. EasyQ Button  
11. LCD Open  
3. Camcorder Lens  
12. Remote Signal Receiver  
13. Charge Indicator  
4. Camera Lens  
14. Navigation Wheel (Quick  
Menu / Focus / Volume)  
5. Focus Button MF/AF  
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Built-in MIC  
Built-in Flash  
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5-way Button  
Menu Button  
Camcorder Lens  
Camera Lens  
Focus Button MF/AF  
Camera Mode Dial  
Display Button  
10 EasyQ Button  
11 LCD Open  
12 Remote Signal Receiver  
13 Charge Indicator  
14 Navigation Wheel (Quick Menu / Focus / Volume)  
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Rear & Left View  
1.  
PLAY/STILL (FADE)  
2.  
STOP (BLC)  
12. Viewfinder  
3.  
REW  
4.  
Multiple Display  
5.  
Delete  
FF  
6.  
7. Built-in Speaker  
8. USB Cable Jack  
9. DV Cable Jack  
10. Multi-AV Cable Jack  
13. Battery Release  
11. DC Power in Jack  
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9
USB Cable Jack  
DV Cable Jack  
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PLAY/STILL (FADE)  
STOP (BLC)  
REW  
Multiple Display  
Delete  
10 Multi-AV Cable Jack  
11 DC Power in Jack  
12 Viewfinder  
13 Battery Release  
FF  
Built-in Speaker  
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Rear & Right View  
6. SLOW SHUTTER  
7. NITE PIX  
1. PHOTO  
8. ZOOM LEVER  
2. FOCUS ADJUST  
9. External MIC input jack  
10. Memory Card Slot  
3. Power Switch  
4. START/STOP  
11. Hand Strap  
5. Hand Strap Ring  
Memory Card slot  
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7
PHOTO  
8
9
ZOOM LEVER  
External MIC input jack  
FOCUS ADJUST  
Power Switch  
START/STOP  
Hand Strap Ring  
SLOW SHUTTER  
NITE PIX  
Memory Stick  
Memory Stick PRO  
10 Memory Card Slot  
11 Hand Strap  
SD/MMC  
(Usable MEMORY CARDs)  
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Rear & Bottom View  
3. Tripod Receptacle  
1. Shoulder Strap Hook  
2. Battery Release  
4. Tape Eject Slide Button  
5. Lithium Battery Holder  
6. Hand Strap Ring  
7. Hand Strap Hook  
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3
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5
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Shoulder Strap Hook  
Battery Release  
Tripod Receptacle  
Tape Eject Slide Button  
Lithium Battery Holder  
Hand Strap Ring  
Hand Strap Hook  
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Remote Control  
1. PHOTO  
18. DISPLAY  
2. START/STOP  
3. SELF TIMER  
4. ZERO MEMORY  
5. PHOTO SEARCH  
6. A.DUB  
17. ZOOM  
16. X2  
15. DATE/TIME  
7.  
(FF)  
(REW)  
14.  
(SLOW)  
8.  
9. (PLAY)  
13. (STILL)  
12. (STOP)  
11. F.ADV  
10. DIRECTION(  
)
,
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9
PHOTO  
10 DIRECTION(  
11 F.ADV  
)
,
START/STOP  
SELF TIMER  
ZERO MEMORY  
PHOTO SEARCH  
A.DUB  
(FF)  
(REW)  
(PLAY)  
12  
13  
14  
(STOP)  
(STILL)  
(SLOW)  
15 DATE/TIME  
16 X2  
17 ZOOM  
18 DISPLAY  
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OSD (On Screen Display in REC / PLAY Modes)  
1. Battery Level (refer to page 30)  
2. EasyQ Mode (refer to page 44)  
3. Slow Shutter (refer to page 63)  
4. DSE (Digital Special Effects) Mode (refer to page 57)  
5. BLC (Back Light Compensation) (refer to page 62)  
6. SCENE(PROGRAM AE) Mode (refer to page 52)  
7. White Balance Mode (refer to page 54)  
8. Manual Focus (refer to page 45)  
9. POWER NITE PIX (refer to page 65)  
10. Zoom Position (refer to page 55)  
11. Shutter Speed and Exposure (refer to page 66)  
12. NITE PIX (refer to page 64)  
OSD in REC mode  
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13. DATE/TIME Indicator (refer to page 39)  
14. USB (refer to page 151)  
15. WL.REMOTE (refer to page 40)  
16. Wind Cut (refer to page 61)  
OSD in PLAY mode  
17. Audio Recording Mode (refer to page 60)  
18. Message Line  
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19. Zero Memory Indicator (refer to page 79)  
20. Remaining Tape (Measured in Minutes)  
21. Tape Counter  
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22. Operating Mode  
23. Record Speed Mode (refer to page 59)  
24. PHOTO mode  
25. Self recording and Waiting timer (refer to page 25)  
26. DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) (refer to page 56)  
27. PB DSE (refer to page 80)  
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28. Audio Playback Channel (refer to page 78)  
29. Volume Control (refer to page 35)  
30. DV (DV data transfer mode) (refer to page 149)  
31. DEW (refer to page 11)  
32. PB ZOOM (refer to page 81)  
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OSD (On Screen Display) in (Camera) Modes  
1. Battery Level Display (refer to page 30)  
2. F. No  
OSD in CAMERA mode  
3. Camera Mode (refer to page 82)  
4. Vibration Warning (refer to page 109)  
5. Flash Modes (refer to page 110)  
6. Self Recording and Waiting Timer (refer to page 105)  
7. Macro Mode (refer to page 114)  
8. METERING Mode (refer to page 116)  
9. Memory Card Indicator (refer to page 83)  
10. AE LOCK (refer to page 115)  
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11. Manual Focus (refer to page 112)  
12. Shutter Speed (refer to page 120)  
13. Focus Area  
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10 11 12 13  
14. DATE/TIME Indicator (refer to page 91)  
15. Exposure Compensation (refer to page 118)  
16. White Balance Mode (refer to page 121)  
17. ISO Sensitivity (refer to page 123)  
18. Sharpness (refer to page 127)  
19. Image Quality (refer to page 87), or MPEG Frame Rate (refer to page 106)  
20. Image Size (refer to page 88)  
OSD in CAMERA  
PLAY mode  
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21. Remaining Time for MPEG Recording  
22. Remaining Free Space for Still Image  
23. Zoom Level Indicator  
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24. PLAY Mode (refer to page 100)  
25. Motion Clip Indicator  
26. Message Line  
27. Protection Indicator (refer to page 135)  
28. Print Mark  
29. Memory Card Indicator (refer to page 83)  
30. Image Counter  
- Current Image / Total number of recorded images  
31. Battery Level Display (refer to page 30)  
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Turning the OSD (On Screen Display) On / Off  
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Turning the OSD on / off  
1. Press the DISPLAY button. Each press of the button toggles the OSD function on and off.  
2. When you turn the OSD off,  
In REC mode: The STBY, REC, EASYQ modes are always displayed on the LCD monitor even when the OSD is turned off  
and key input is displayed for 3 seconds before disappearing.  
In PLAY mode: When you press any function button, the function is displayed on the LCD monitor for 3 seconds before it  
disappears.  
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Turning the DATE/TIME on / off  
1. The DATE/TIME is not affected when the OSD function is switched ON or OFF.  
2. To turn the DATE/TIME on or off, access the menu and change the DATE/TIME mode  
(refer to page 39).  
3. You may also use the Navigation Wheel (Quick Menu) to turn the DATE/TIME on or off.  
(refer to page 68) (in REC mode)  
Battery Installation for the Internal Clock  
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You need to insert or replace the Lithium battery when:  
✓
You purchase the camcorder  
Ensure that you insert the Lithium battery cell correctly, matching the + and —  
markings.  
Be careful not to reverse the polarity of the battery.  
Warning  
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✤
Keep the Lithium Battery out of the reach of the children. Should any battery be  
swallowed, consult a doctor immediately.  
Use a suitable tool to draw out the Lithium Battery Holder such as tip of a ball point pen.  
Do not use your fingernails, otherwise it may hurt your fingernails.  
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How to Use the Remote Control  
Battery Installation for the Remote Control  
✤
You need to insert or replace the Lithium battery when:  
✓
You purchase the camcorder  
✓
The remote control does not work  
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✤
Ensure that you insert the Lithium battery cell correctly, matching the + and —  
markings.  
Be careful not to reverse the polarity of the battery.  
Self Timer Recording Using the Remote Control in REC Mode  
When you use the Self Timer function on the remote control, the recording begins  
automatically after 10 seconds.  
SELF  
TIMER  
1. Turn on your device by setting the Power Switch to REC mode.  
2. Press the SELF TIMER button until the appropriate indicator is displayed on  
the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder.  
3. Press the START/STOP button for recording to start the timer.  
✓
After 10 seconds, recording or photography begins.  
Press the START/STOP button again when you want to stop recording.  
✓
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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:  
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Hold the camcorder in a stable, comfortable position.  
Press the Zoom Lever, START/STOP, and PHOTO buttons without having to change the position of your hand.  
Hand Strap  
1
2
1. Pull open the Hand Strap to release the Hand Strap.  
2. Adjust its length and stick it back onto the Hand Strap.  
Shoulder Strap  
The Shoulder Strap enables you to carry your camcorder  
around in complete safety.  
2
1. Insert the end of Shoulder Strap into the Shoulder Strap  
Hook on the Camcorder.  
2. Insert the other end of the strap into the ring attached to  
the Hand Strap.  
3. Thread each end into the buckle, adjust the length of the  
strap and then pull it tight in the buckle.  
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3
Note  
✤
Be sure to secure the shoulder strap. Improper threading of the shoulder strap may result in serious damage if the  
Camcorder drops and hits a hard surface.  
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Connecting a Power Source  
There are two types of power source that can be connected to your camcorder.  
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The AC Power Adapter and the AC Power Cord: used for indoor recordings.  
The Battery Pack: used for outdoor recordings.  
Using the AC Power Adapter and the DC Cable  
1. Connect the AC Power Adapter to the AC cord.  
2. Connect the AC Power Cord to a wall socket.  
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Y
Notes  
✤ You must use the AA-E8 type AC Power adapter.  
✤ The plug and wall socket type may differ according to  
your country of residence.  
3. Plug in the DC jack of the AC Power Adapter into the  
Power In jack of your camcorder.  
4. Set the camcorder to different modes by holding down the tab on the power switch and turning it to the REC / PLAY,  
or (CAMERA) modes.  
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Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack  
Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack  
1. Attach the Battery Pack to the device.  
2. Connect the AC Power Adapter to the AC Power Cord and connect the AC Power Cord to a  
wall outlet.  
3. Connect the DC cable to the DC jack on the device.  
4. Turn the device off and the charging indicator will start to flash, showing that the battery is  
charging.  
Blinking time  
Charging rate  
Less than 50%  
Once per second  
Twice per second  
50% ~ 75%  
E
OFF  
Three times per second  
75% ~ 90%  
90 ~ 100%  
Blinking stops and stays on  
On for a second and off  
for another second  
Error - Reset the battery pack and the  
DC cable  
5. When the battery is fully charged, disconnect the battery pack  
and the AC Power Adapter from the device.  
Notes  
✤
The amount of continuous recording time available depends on:  
- The type and capacity of the battery pack you are using.  
- How often the Zoom / flash is used.  
- Type of use (Camcorder/Camera/With LCD monitor 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.  
The Battery Pack may be charged a little at the time of purchase.  
Fully discharging the Lithium battery pack is not required since there is no memory effect.  
For prolonged use of the Battery Pack, remove the Battery Pack from the camcorder after use/charging.  
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Table of Continuous Recording Time Based on Model and Battery Type  
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When you close the LCD monitor, it turns off and the viewfinder automatically turns on.  
The continuous recording times given in the table are approximations. Actual recording time depends on usage.  
Continuous Recording Time  
Time  
Charging Time  
Battery  
SB-LS110  
SB-LS220  
LCD ON  
Approx. 1HR 30MIN  
Approx. 3HR 10MIN  
CVF ON  
Approx. 2HR  
Approx. 2HR  
Approx. 3HR 30MIN  
Approx. 4HR 10MIN  
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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Battery Level Display  
The Battery Level Display shows the amount of battery power remaining in the Battery Pack.  
a
b
c
a. Fully Charged  
b. 20 ~ 40% used  
c. 40 ~ 80% used  
d. 80 ~ 95% used  
e. Exhausted (flickers)  
d
e
(The device will soon turn off. Change the Battery Pack as soon as possible)  
Tips for Battery Identification  
A charge mark is provided on the battery pack to help you remember whether it has been  
charged or not.  
Two colors are provided (red and gray). You may choose which one indicates charged and  
which indicates discharged.  
The charge mark setting does not affect the battery charge status.  
Notes  
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Please refer to the Table on page 29 for approximate continuous recording times.  
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 may  
differ from your actual use of the camcorder, the remaining battery time may differ from the approximate continuous  
recording times given in the instructions.  
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Setting the Power Switch  
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Use the Power Switch to select the working mode of the device.  
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3
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1. OFF mode: Turn the device off. To recharge the Battery Pack  
attached, connect the AC Power Adapter and cables while the  
Power Switch is set to OFF.  
2. REC mode: Record onto a cassette tape  
3. PLAY mode: Play and edit the recorded cassette tape  
4.  
(CAMERA) mode: Switches to Digital Still Camera mode. Set the Camera  
Mode Dial to desired mode and you can take still images and save images  
on a memory card.  
Note  
Switching to  
✤
(CAMERA) mode by setting the Power Switch will activate the  
Digital Still Camera Lens to pop out. Do not obstruct the lens when it is moving,  
as it may damage the mechanism.  
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Using the 5-Way Button  
The 5-Way Button  
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The 5-way button is used to make a selection, and to move the cursor left, right, up  
and down. Using the 5-way button, you can easily make your selection and navigate  
the menu.  
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4
2
5
OK  
OK  
OK  
OK  
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The 5-way button works both in camcorder and camera modes.  
3
1. LEFT button  
OK  
2. RIGHT button  
3. DOWN button  
4. UP button  
5. OK button  
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Adjusting the LCD Monitor  
Adjusting the LCD in REC Mode  
✤
Your camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch color Liquid Crystal Display monitor, which enables  
you to view directly what you are recording or playing back.  
Depending on the conditions under which you are using the camcorder (indoors or outdoors for  
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example), you can adjust:  
BRIGHT ADJUST  
COLOR ADJUST  
1. Set the Power Switch to REC mode.  
In PLAY mode, you may only setup the LCD while the tape is being played back.  
2. Open the LCD monitor. The LCD turns on.  
3. Press the MENU button.  
4. Press the DOWN button to select VIEWER and then press the OK button.  
5. Press the DOWN button to select LCD ADJUST and then press the OK button.  
6. Select an item you want to adjust using the DOWN or UP button then press the OK button.  
7. Adjust the selected item by pressing the DOWN or UP button.  
Available adjustment range for BRIGHT ADJUST and COLOR ADJUST is 00 ~ 35.  
8. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen when you are finished.  
Adjusting the LCD in PLAY Mode  
✤
You can adjust the LCD during playback  
The adjustment method is the same as the above procedures for REC mode.  
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Using the Viewfinder  
✤
The Viewfinder will not work when the LCD monitor is open.  
Adjusting the Focus  
The FOCUS ADJUST on the viewfinder enables individuals with vision problems to see clearer images.  
1. Close the LCD monitor and pull out the Viewfinder .  
2. Use the FOCUS ADJUST on the Viewfinder to find the best picture.  
Notes  
✤
Viewing the sun or any strong light source through the Viewfinder for a prolonged periods may be harmful, or cause  
temporary impairment.  
The Viewfinder will work when the LCD is closed or facing the front.  
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Controlling the Sound from the Built-In Speaker  
✤
The Built-In Speaker works only in PLAY mode.  
When you use the LCD monitor for playback, you can hear the recorded sound through the Built-  
✤
In Speaker.  
Follow the instructions below to decrease or mute the speaker volume while in PLAY mode.  
Take the following steps to decrease/increase the volume or mute the sound while playing a  
cassette on the camcorder.  
1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to PLAY mode.  
2. Press the  
(PLAY/STILL) button to play the tape.  
3. Once the tape is playing and you hear sound, use the Navigation Wheel to adjust the volume.  
The Volume Level Display will appear on the LCD monitor.  
Levels may be adjusted between 00 ~ 19. You will not hear any sound when the volume is set  
to 00.  
If you close the LCD while playing, you will hear no sound from the speaker.  
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0
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0
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5
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0
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Notes  
VOL.  
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When the Multi-AV cable is connected to the camcorder, you cannot hear sound from the Built-In  
Speaker and cannot adjust the volume.  
The sound will return when you remove the connected Multi-AV cable from the jack of your Camcorder.  
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Using the MENU  
✤
Use the MENU button to change or select recording settings and hardware functions.  
MENU instructions are displayed both on the LCD monitor and the viewfinder. It is easier to operate the unit using the LCD  
✤
monitor.  
MENU  
SUB MENU  
CLOCK SET  
Functions  
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Setting the Time  
Using the Remote Control  
WL.REMOTE  
BEEP SOUND  
LANGUAGE  
INITIAL  
Play various sound effects  
Selects OSD language  
DEMONSTRATION  
PROGRAM AE  
WHT.BALANCE  
D.ZOOM  
Demonstrates the camcorder functions  
Selecting the PROGRAM AE Function  
Controls the White Balance  
CAMERA  
Controls the Digital Zoom  
Sets the Digital Image Stabilizer on or off  
Selects Digital Special Effects  
Selects recording speed  
DIS  
DSE SELECT  
REC MODE  
REC  
AUDIO MODE  
Selects the audio quality for recordings  
Removes Wind Noise  
WIND CUT  
A/V  
PHOTO SEARCH  
PB DSE  
Searches Still Images recorded in tape  
Selecting Playback DSE  
PLAY  
AUDIO SELECT  
Selects the Sound tracks  
LCD ADJUST  
DATE/TIME  
TV DISPLAY  
Setting the brightness and color of the LCD monitor  
Setting the Date and Time  
VIEWER  
Sets the OSD output to AV out on / off  
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Available menu items according to the current mode are shown below.  
Available Modes  
MENU  
SUB MENU  
CLOCK SET  
REC Mode  
PLAY Mode  
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
WL.REMOTE  
BEEP SOUND  
LANGUAGE  
INITIAL  
DEMONSTRATION  
PROGRAM AE  
WHT.BALANCE  
D.ZOOM  
(only without a tape)  
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
CAMERA  
DIS  
DSE SELECT  
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
REC MODE  
REC  
AUDIO MODE  
WIND CUT  
A/V  
PHOTO SEARCH  
PB DSE  
PLAY  
AUDIO SELECT  
LCD ADJUST  
DATE/TIME  
TV DISPLAY  
✓
✓
✓
VIEWER  
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Setting the Clock  
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CLOCK SET Menu of your camcorder works in both REC and PLAY modes.  
The DATE/TIME information is automatically recorded onto the tape.  
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1. Press the MENU button.  
The top menu including INITIAL is displayed.  
2. Press the OK button to select INITIAL then press the OK button again.  
The CLOCK SET Menu is selected and the Year blinks.  
3. Set the current Year using the UP or DOWN button and then press the OK button.  
The Year is set, and the Month begins to blink.  
4. Set the current Month, Date and Time by following the same procedure.  
The word COMPLETE! appears and then automatically returns to the INITIAL SET Menu.  
5. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.  
Note  
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A separate Clock setting function is provided for the Digital Camera (refer to page 91).  
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Setting the DATE/TIME  
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Displays the DATE / TIME on the LCD monitor while recording or playing a tape.  
The DATE / TIME setting works in both REC and PLAY modes.  
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1. Turn on your camcorder by setting the Power Switch to REC mode.  
2. Press the MENU button.  
The top menu including VIEWER is displayed.  
3. Press the DOWN button to select VIEWER , then press the OK button.  
The submenu including DATE/TIME is displayed.  
4. Press the DOWN button to select DATE/TIME , then press the OK button.  
The options available for DATE/TIME display are listed.  
5. Select an option using the DOWN or UP button, then press the OK button.  
The selected option is applied.  
6. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.  
Notes  
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Date and Time information is automatically recorded on a special data area of the tape.  
The DATE/TIME will read - - - under the following conditions:  
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During playback of a blank section of a tape.  
If the tape was recorded before setting the clock in Camcorder mode.  
When the Lithium battery becomes weak or dead.  
Before setting the DATE/TIME, be sure to set the CLOCK. Refer to Setting the Clock in page 38.  
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Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (WL.REMOTE)  
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The WL.REMOTE menu works in both REC and PLAY modes.  
The WL.REMOTE option allows the user to enable or disable the remote control for use in  
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Camcorder modes.  
1. Press the MENU button.  
The top menu including INITIAL is displayed.  
2. Press the OK button to select INITIAL .  
The submenu including WL.REMOTE is displayed.  
3. Press the DOWN button to select WL.REMOTE , then press the OK button.  
WL.REMOTE toggles between ON — OFF.  
4. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.  
Notes  
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A separate Remote Control Setting function is provided for the Digital Camera (refer to page 93).  
If you set the WL.REMOTE to OFF in the menu and try to use it, the remote control icon will blink for 3 seconds on the LCD  
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monitor and then disappear.  
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Setting the Beep Sound  
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The Beep Sound function works in Camcorder modes.  
1. Press the MENU button.  
The top menu including INITIAL is displayed.  
2. Press the OK button to select INITIAL .  
The submenu including BEEP SOUND displays.  
3. Press the DOWN btton to select BEEP SOUND , then press the OK button.  
BEEP SOUND toggles between ON — OFF.  
4. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.  
Setting the OSD Language  
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Select the appropriate OSD Language among English, Spanish, French, German and Italian.  
The Language function works in Camcorder modes.  
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1. Press the MENU button.  
The top menu including INITIAL is displayed.  
2. Press the OK button to select INITIAL .  
The submenu including LANGUAGE displays.  
3. Press the DOWN button to select LANGUAGE , then press the OK button.  
The available LANGUAGE options are listed.  
4. Select a language for OSD using the DOWN or UP button, then press the OK button.  
The OSD is refreshed in selected language.  
5. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.  
Note  
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Separate Language setting is provided for the Digital Camera (refer to page 89).  
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Viewing the DEMONSTRATION  
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The Demonstration automatically guides you through the major functions of your camcorder so that you may more easily  
take advantage of all the features provided.  
The DEMONSTRATION is only available in Camcorder s REC mode (when no tape is inserted).  
The DEMONSTRATION operates repeatedly until DEMONSTRATION mode is switched OFF.  
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1. Turn on your camcorder by setting the Power Switch to REC mode.  
2. Press the MENU button.  
The top menu including INITIAL is displayed.  
3. Press the OK button to select INITIAL .  
The submenu including DEMONSTRATION is displayed.  
4. Press the DOWN button to select DEMONSTRATION , then press the OK button.  
DEMONSTRATION toggles between ON — OFF.  
5. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen and the DEMONSTRATION will automatically  
begin.  
Notes  
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The DEMONSTRATION function only works when there is no TAPE inside the camcorder.  
The DEMONSTRATION mode is automatically activated when the camcorder is left idle for more than 10 minutes after  
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switching to REC mode (when no tape has been inserted in the camcorder).  
If you press any other buttons during the DEMONSTRATION, it will temporarily stop and resume again after 10 minutes of  
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idle time.  
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Turning the OSD (On Screen Display) On / Off for Video Out (Setting the TV DISPLAY)  
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The TV DISPLAY function works in both REC and PLAY modes.  
You can select the output path for the OSD (On Screen Display).  
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OFF: The OSD appears only on the LCD monitor and the Viewfinder.  
ON: The OSD appears on the LCD screen, the Viewfinder and the TV screen.  
Use the DISPLAY button located on the left side of the camcorder to turn On/Off all of the OSD for the  
LCD/Viewfinder/TV.  
1. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to REC mode.  
2. Press the MENU button.  
The top menu including VIEWER is displayed.  
3. Press the DOWN button to select VIEWER , then press the OK button.  
The submenu including TV DISPLAY is displayed.  
4. Press the DOWN button to select TV DISPLAY .  
TV DISPLAY menu item is highlighted.  
5. Select your option by pressing the OK button.  
Each press of the OK button toggles between ON and OFF.  
6. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.  
Note  
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For connection to a TV, refer to page 145.  
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The Camcorder : Functions  
Using EASYQ Mode  
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EASYQ mode only works in REC mode.  
EASYQ allows the user to easily make quality recordings.  
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1. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to REC mode.  
2. Press the EASYQ button to enter EASYQ mode.  
EASYQ will appear on the LCD along with Battery Level Display, STBY, Counter, and DIS  
.
3. Press the START/STOP or PHOTO button to start recording.  
Recording will begin when the red REC indicator appears on the screen.  
4. Press the EASYQ button again to turn EASYQ mode Off.  
The camcorder will return to the previous settings.  
Notes  
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EASYQ mode will not turn off during a recording.  
EASYQ mode setting is reset when the battery pack is removed from the camcorder.  
In EASYQ mode, certain functions including MENU, BLC, MF/AF are not available. If you want to take advantage of such  
functions, turn EASYQ mode Off.  
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Manual Focus / Auto Focus (MF/AF)  
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MF/AF mode only works in REC mode.  
In most situations, you will obtain the best results using AF (Auto Focus).  
Manual Focus may not be the optimum setting for everyday filming.  
Manual Focus allows the user to obtain clearer pictures under certain conditions that  
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make automatic focusing difficult and/or unreliable.  
Auto Focusing  
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In REC mode, the camcorder will be set to Automatic Focus when the Camcorder is  
turned On.  
Manual Focusing  
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In the following cases, you may obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually.  
a. A picture containing several objects where some objects are close to the camcorder and  
others are farther away.  
b. A person enveloped in fog or surrounded by snow.  
c. Very shiny or glossy surfaces like a car.  
d. People or objects moving constantly or quickly like at an athletic event or in a crowd.  
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1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to REC mode.  
2. Press the MF/AF button.  
MF icon is displayed on the LCD screen.  
3. Turn the Navigation Wheel to manually adjust the focus until the subject is sharp. If you can t  
obtain clear focus on the subject, try turning the Navigation Wheel in the opposite direction.  
4. To return to AF (Auto Focus), press the MF/AF button again.  
MF icon disappears and the camcorder returns to Auto Focus mode.  
Note  
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Manual Focus is not available in the EASYQ mode.  
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The Camcorder : Functions  
Zooming In and Out with the Digital Zoom  
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Your camcorder supports 10x optical and digital zooming that can produce 900x zooming in total. Zooming is a technique  
that lets you change the size of the subject captured in a scene. Moderate and slow operation of the zoom helps to create  
more professional looking recordings.  
Zooming In and Out  
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You can zoom in and out using variable zoom speeds.  
Use these features for different shots.  
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Please note that over-use of the Zoom  
feature can lead to unprofessional looking  
results and faster consumption of battery  
power.  
1-1  
1-2  
TELE  
1. Move the zoom lever slowly for a gradual  
zoom; move it faster for a high-speed zoom.  
WIDE  
2. The subject will appear closer when you pull  
the Zoom Lever toward the T (Tele) side.  
The subject appears farther away when you push the Zoom Lever toward the W (Wide) side.  
Notes  
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You can record a subject at least 3 feet away from the lens surface in the TELE position, or about 1/2 inch away from the  
lens surface in the WIDE position.  
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Frequent use of zooming may result in faster battery power consumption.  
Slow and smooth manipulation of Zoom lever is a very useful technique when recording. Rapid zoom movement may cause  
unclear focusing, and produce motion in the clip that makes viewing uneasy.  
Refer to page 128 on Zooming for Camera use of this unit.  
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The Camcorder : Basic Recording  
Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette  
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Do not apply excessive force when inserting a cassette or closing the cassette holder, as it may  
damage the moving parts.  
Do not use any tapes other than MiniDV cassettes.  
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Inserting a Cassette  
1. Turn on your Camcorder, then slide the TAPE EJECT button on the bottom of the camcorder and  
open the cassette door until it clicks.  
The cassette holder automatically rises and opens forward.  
2. Insert a tape into the cassette holder with the tape window facing outward and the protection tab  
toward the top.  
3. Press the [PUSH] label on the cassette holder and wait until it clicks and goes back into place. Do  
not apply excessive force or pressure on the cassette holder. Do not forcibly push the cassette  
holder into the camcorder.  
The cassette is automatically loaded.  
4. Close the cassette door.  
Ejecting a Cassette  
1. Slide the TAPE EJECT button to open the Cassette holder and open the cassette door until it  
clicks.  
2. Remove the cassette tape, which is automatically ejected by pulling the cassette out.  
3. Press the [PUSH] label on the cassette holder and wait until it clicks and goes back into place.  
4. Close the cassette door.  
Note  
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Cautions on Tape Storage: Avoid places with magnets or magnetic fields. Avoid humidity and dust  
prone places. Keep the tape in an upright position and avoid storing it in direct sunlight.  
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Protecting a Cassette  
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When you have recorded something that you wish to keep, you can protect from being  
accidentally erased .  
a. SAVE  
a. Protecting a Cassette:  
Push the Write Protect Tab on the cassette so that the hole is uncovered.  
b. Removing Cassette Protection:  
If you no longer wish to keep the recording on the cassette, push the Write Protect Tab back so  
that it covers the hole.  
b. REC  
Notes  
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Avoid places with magnets or magnetic interference for cassette tape storage. Electromagnetic  
fields may affect the recordings.  
Avoid humid and dew prone places.  
Keep the cassette in an upright position and avoid storing it in direct sunlight.  
Avoid dropping your cassette tapes.  
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Making Your First Recording  
Recording  
1
2
3
Before you begin!  
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Insert the Lithium Ion Battery (refer to page 28)  
Charge your battery (refer to page 28)  
Set the Clock (refer to page 38)  
Insert a cassette tape (refer to page 47)  
1. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to REC mode.  
2. Open the LCD or viewfinder and frame your subject on the screen.  
3. To Start recording, press the START/STOP button.  
The REC indicator is displayed on LCD.  
4. To Stop recording, press the START/STOP button again.  
The STBY indicator is displayed on LCD.  
Notes  
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If the Write Protection Tab on the cassette tape is set to protect, the PROTECTION! message appears on the screen.  
Release the Write Protection Tab to record.  
Detach the Battery Pack when you are finished recording to prevent unnecessary battery power consumption.  
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When a cassette is loaded and the camcorder is left in STBY under REC mode for more than 5 minutes without being  
used, it will switch off automatically.  
To resume the camcorder, press the START/STOP button or set the Power Switch to off shortly and then set it back to  
REC mode.  
This Auto Power Cut feature is designed to save the battery power.  
Record Search (REC SEARCH)  
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You can view a recording using the REC SEARCH +, — function while 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 either button pressed  
down.  
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If you press the REC SEARCH — button just once while in STBY mode, your camcorder will play  
in reverse for 3 seconds and then automatically return to the original position.  
Note  
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Mosaic shaped distortion may appear on the screen while in Record Search mode.  
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The Camcorder : Basic Recording  
Playing Back a Tape You Have Recorded Using the LCD Monitor  
✤
You can monitor the recorded image on the LCD monitor.  
1. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to PLAY mode.  
2. Insert the tape you want to playback (refer to page 47).  
3. Open the LCD monitor and adjust the angle of the screen. Adjust the LCD Brightness or Color if  
necessary (refer to page 33).  
4. Press the  
(REW) button to rewind the tape to the desired viewing point.  
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To stop rewinding, press the (STOP) button. The camcorder will automatically stop rewinding  
when the tape is fully rewound.  
5. Press the  
(PLAY/STILL) button to start the playback.  
You can view the recording on the LCD.  
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To stop the playback, press the (STOP) button.  
Notes  
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You can also view the recording on a TV screen, by connecting the camcorder to a TV or VCR  
(refer to page 145).  
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For searching and viewing still images recorded onto tape, refer to page 76.  
Various functions are available in PLAY mode (refer to page 74).  
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The Camcorder : Advanced Recording  
Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (PROGRAM AE)  
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The Program AE function works only in REC mode.  
It allows you to adjust the shutter speed and aperture setting to suit different recording conditions as well as allowing creative  
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control over the depth of field.  
The available Program AE modes are:  
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AUTO  
Auto balance between the subject and background to get the best result. Suitable for most conditions. The shutter speed  
automatically varies from 1/60 to 1/250 per second, depending on the scene.  
SPORTS  
For recording fast moving people or objects. This mode is suitable for sports events, and recording the outside from the inside  
of a moving vehicle.  
PORTRAIT  
For focusing the background of a subject, when the background is out of focus. This mode is most effective when used  
outdoors. The shutter speed automatically varies from 1/60 to 1/1000 per second.  
SPOTLIGHT  
Compensates for a subject that may otherwise appear too bright when shooting under extremely strong direct lighting such as  
spotlights. It is suitable for recording indoor events such as concerts and school performances.  
SAND/SNOW  
SAND/SNOW mode creates good results when the ambient light is very strong such as on a beach shore or in the snow.  
HIGH S.SPEED  
High Shutter Speed mode. This setting allows fast-moving images to be captured one frame at a time, for vivid, stable  
slowmotion playback. It is useful for slowmotion playback of fast moving objects such as a golf player s swing.  
Notes  
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Program AE functions are not available in EASYQ mode.  
NITE PIX and Program AE cannot be used at the same time.  
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Setting the PROGRAM AE  
1. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to the REC mode.  
2. Press the MENU button.  
The top menu including CAMERA is displayed.  
3. Press the DOWN button to select CAMERA , then press the OK button.  
The submenu including PROGRAM AE is displayed.  
4. Press the OK button to select PROGRAM AE .  
The available options are listed.  
5. Select an option by pressing the DOWN or UP button, then press the OK button.  
The selected option is applied.  
6. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.  
The selected PROGRAM AE indicator appears on the LCD screen.  
Note  
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No indicator will appear on the LCD screen when AUTO mode is selected.  
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Setting the White Balance for Camcorder Use (WHT.BALANCE)  
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The CCD (Charge Coupled Device) determines color using color temperature, White Balance is a tool used to adapt video  
equipment to the color temperature of the dominant light source in a given scene/environment. By adjusting the White  
Balance, a white surface will again appear white in the recording no matter what the lighting situation.  
Both Auto and Preset White Balance are provided and will maintain optimum color balance in most lighting conditions.  
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However, when using digital functions or in certain situations, you may get better results using the manual adjustment.  
AUTO  
: Automatically maintains optimum color balance in most lighting conditions.  
HOLD  
: Keeps the current White Balance  
INDOOR  
: When the light source is standard indoor lighting.  
OUTDOOR  
: When recording outdoors on a sunny day.  
1. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to REC mode.  
2. Press the MENU button.  
The top menu including CAMERA is displayed.  
3. Press the DOWN button to select CAMERA , then press the OK button.  
The submenu including WHT.BALANCE is displayed.  
4. Press the DOWN button to select WHT.BALANCE , then press the OK button.  
The available White Balance options are listed.  
AUTO — HOLD — INDOOR — OUTDOOR  
5. Select an option using the UP or DOWN button, then press the OK button.  
The selected option is applied.  
6. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.  
The selected WHT.BALANCE appears on the LCD screen.  
Notes  
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WHT.BALANCE and NITE PIX modes cannot be used at the same time.  
WHT.BALANCE mode is not available in EASYQ mode.  
Turn the Digital Zoom off for more accurate White Balance setting.  
For normal outdoor recording, setting the White Balance to AUTO may provide the best results.  
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Setting the Digital Zoom for Camcorder Use (D. ZOOM)  
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Your camcorder provides a 10x optical zoom. Zooming more than 10x is achieved digitally, up to  
900x when combined with the optical zoom.  
1. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to REC mode.  
2. Press the MENU button.  
The top menu including CAMERA is displayed.  
3. Press the DOWN button to select CAMERA , then press the OK button.  
The submenu including D.ZOOM is displayed.  
4. Press the DOWN button to select D.ZOOM , then press the OK button.  
The available D.ZOOM options are listed.  
OFF — 100X — 200X — 400X — 900X  
5. Select an option using the DOWN or UP button, then press the OK button.  
The selected option is applied.  
6. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.  
Notes  
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Using the DIS function (refer to page 56) to obtain a more stable, clearer image when recording  
using the deep zoom.  
Maximum zooming may result in lower picture quality.  
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Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS)  
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The Digital Image Stabilizer works only in REC mode.  
DIS is a function that, within reasonable limits, compensates for shaking movements produced  
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when filming hand-held. DIS provides a more stable image when:  
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Recording with deep Zooming  
Recording a close up picture of a small object  
Recording while walking, or moving  
Recording through the window, from inside a vehicle  
1. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to REC mode.  
2. Press the MENU button.  
The top menu including CAMERA is displayed.  
3. Press the DOWN button to select CAMERA , then press the OK button.  
The submenu including DIS  
is displayed.  
4. Press the DOWN button to select DIS  
mode between ON and OFF.  
, then press the OK button to toggle the DIS  
5. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.  
Notes  
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It is recommended to turn DIS  
mode Off when recording using a tripod.  
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EASYQ mode automatically sets the DIS  
to ON.  
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Applying Digital Special Effects to Your Recording (DSE)  
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The Digital Special Effect function works only in REC mode.  
You can select various special effects using the Digital Special Effects menu.  
Digital effects enable you to give a more creative look to your recordings. Select the appropriate digital effect for the type of  
picture that you wish to record and the effect you wish to create.  
Available Digital Special Effects:  
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a. ART  
Artistic effects on your video.  
b. MOSAIC  
A Mosaic overlay appears on your video  
c. SEPIA  
Changes the colors to sepia tones, creating the look of old film  
d. NEGA  
Reverses the colors, creating the look of a negative  
e. MIRROR  
This mode cuts the picture in half, using a Mirror effect  
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e
h
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f. BLK&WHT  
This mode changes the images into Black and White.  
g. EMBOSS  
Embossing effect  
h. CINEMA  
Cuts the top and bottom off to create a widescreen ratio  
i. MAKE-UP  
This mode allows the image to be appear either Red, Green, Blue or Yellow in color.  
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Selecting a Digital Special Effect in Camcorder Mode  
1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to REC mode.  
2. Press the MENU button.  
The top menu including CAMERA is displayed.  
3. Press the DOWN button to select CAMERA , then press the OK button.  
The submenu including DSE SELECT is displayed.  
4. Press the DOWN button to select DSE SELECT , then press the OK button.  
The available DSE SELECT options are listed.  
5. Select you option by pressing the DOWN or UP button, then press the OK button.  
The selected option is applied.  
6. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.  
Notes  
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DSE and NITE PIX cannot be used at the same time.  
DSE mode is not available in EASYQ mode.  
The selected DSE mode can be accessed through the Quick Menu by using the Navigation  
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Wheel (refer to Quick Menu on page 68).  
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Selecting the Record Mode for Camcorder Use  
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You can select the Recording mode in the REC and PLAY (DV IN) modes of your camcorder.  
This camcorder records and plays back in SP (Standard Play) and LP (Long Play) modes.  
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SP: Standard Play, this mode permits 60 minutes of recording time with a normal DVM60 tape.  
LP: Long Play, this mode permits 90 minutes of recording time with a normal DVM60 tape.  
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The following instructions show how to set in REC mode.  
1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to REC mode.  
2. Press the MENU button.  
The top menu including A/V is displayed.  
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3. Press the DOWN button to select A/V , then press the OK button.  
The submenu including REC MODE is displayed.  
4. Press the DOWN or UP button to select REC MODE , then press the OK button.  
Each press of the OK button toggles the REC MODE between SP and LP.  
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5. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.  
Notes  
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Playback of a tape recorded by different equipment may produce mosaic shaped distortion.  
When you record a tape in both SP and LP modes, or only in LP mode, the playback picture may be distorted or the time  
code may not be properly written between scenes.  
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Record using SP mode for the best picture and sound quality.  
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Selecting the Audio Mode for Camcorder Use  
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You can select the Audio recording mode in REC mode.  
This camcorder records audio signals in two ways.  
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12bit: You can record two 12bit stereo sound tracks along with the tape.  
The original stereo sound can be recorded onto the MAIN (SOUND1) track and an additional soundtrack can be dubbed  
onto the SUB (SOUND2) track. For audio dubbing, refer to page 77.  
16bit: You can record one high quality stereo track using the 16bit recording mode. Audio dubbing is not available for  
video using 16bit sound.  
1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to REC mode.  
2. Press the MENU button.  
The top menu including A/V is displayed.  
3. Press the DOWN button to select A/V , then press the OK button.  
The submenu including AUDIO MODE is displayed.  
4. Press the DOWN or UP button to select AUDIO MODE , then press the OK button.  
Each press of the OK button toggles the AUDIO MODE between 12bit and 16bit.  
5. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.  
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Cutting Off Wind Noise (WIND CUT)  
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The WIND CUT function works only in Camcorder (REC and PLAY) modes.  
To reduce microphone wind noise, use the Wind Cut function.  
Use the Wind Cut function when recording in a windy place such as on the beach, in the  
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mountains or near buildings.  
1. Turn on your camcorder by setting the Power Switch to REC mode.  
2. Press the MENU button.  
The top menu including A/V is displayed.  
3. Press the DOWN button to select A/V , then press the OK button.  
The submenu including WIND CUT is displayed.  
4. Press the DOWN button to select WIND CUT , then press the OK button.  
Each press of the OK button toggles the WIND CUT function between ON and OFF.  
The  
(WIND CUT) appears on the LCD monitor if WIND CUT has been set to ON.  
5. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.  
Notes  
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When the Wind Cut function is set to ON, low pitched tones might be eliminated along with the wind noise.  
Be sure that Wind Cut is set to OFF when higher microphone sensitivity is required.  
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The Camcorder : Advanced Recording  
Using Backlight Compensation Mode (BLC)  
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The Back Light Compensation function works only in REC mode. The Back Light Compensation  
function helps to make the subject brighter when the light source is behind the subject, throwing  
their features into shadow, or when the subject is in the shade but the background is brightly lit.  
Use BLC when:  
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The subject is in front of a window  
The subject is wearing white or shiny clothes and in front of a bright background; or the  
subject is too dark to distinguish his/her/their/its features  
Outdoor filming with a bright background  
The light source is too bright  
The subject is against a snowy background  
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1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to REC mode.  
2. Press the BLC (STOP) button.  
BLC  
The BLC indicator  
is displayed on the LCD screen.  
3. To exit BLC mode, press the BLC (STOP) button again.  
Each press of the BLC (STOP) button toggles the BLC function between ON and OFF.  
Notes  
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BLC and NITE PIX modes cannot be used at the same time.  
The BLC function is not available in EASYQ mode.  
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The Camcorder : Advanced Recording  
Setting the Slow Shutter Speed  
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The Slow Shutter function works only in REC mode.  
The Slow Shutter allows the user to record dark subjects or in darker areas, making them even brighter than they would be  
under good natural lighting. A subject recorded using this function may appear to move slowly.  
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1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to REC mode.  
2. Press the SLOW SHUTTER button.  
Each press of the SLOW SHUTTER button sets the shutter speed to S1/30, S1/15, S1/8 and  
Normal.  
Notes  
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The SLOW SHUTTER works only in REC mode.  
The SLOW SHUTTER function may produce a brighter image. The SLOW SHUTTER function allows users to get a brighter  
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recording in dark environment.  
The SLOW SHUTTER and DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) cannot be used at the same time.  
The SLOW SHUTTER and DIGITAL ZOOM cannot be used at the same time.  
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NITE PIX  
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The NITE PIX function works only in REC mode.  
The NITE PIX enables you to record subjects in dark lighting conditions.  
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1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to REC mode.  
2. Slide the NITE PIX button upwards.  
STBY  
0 : 0 0 : 3 1  
64 min  
NITE PIX and  
indicator will appear on the LCD monitor. The NITE PIX message will  
disappear within 3 seconds.  
NITE PIX  
3. Press the START/STOP button to start recording.  
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4. To exit the NITE PIX mode, slide the NITE PIX button downwards.  
The  
indicator disappears.  
Notes  
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The NITE PIX and POWER NITE PIX work only in the REC mode.  
Do not set the NITE PIX to ON in bright lighting. It might damage the CCD (Charge Coupled Device).  
If you use the NITE PIX function in normal recording situations (ex. outdoors in daylight), the recorded picture may be tinted  
green.  
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Use manual focusing if you have an unclear image while using NITE PIX.  
The maximum recording distance using Infrared light is about 9 feet (3m).  
NITE PIX cannot be used with Manual Exposure, White Balance, Program AE, BLC, and DSE.  
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POWER NITE PIX  
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The POWER NITE PIX function works only in REC mode.  
With its maximum sensitivity, POWER NITE PIX enables you to make dark subjects and areas  
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brighter. POWER NITE PIX works with the Slow Shutter function to produce brighter recordings  
under extremely dark lighting conditions.  
1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to REC mode.  
2. Slide the NITE PIX button to upwards.  
NITE PIX and  
indicator will appear on the LCD monitor. The NITE PIX message will  
disappear within 3 seconds.  
3. Press the Slow Shutter button.  
POWER NITE PIX and P  
STBY  
0 : 0 0 : 3 1  
64 min  
indicator will appear on the LCD monitor.  
The POWER NITE PIX message will disappear within 3 seconds.  
The current shutter speed appears on the LCD monitor.  
Each press of the SLOW SHUTTER button toggles the mode between S1/30, S1/15, S1/8 and  
Normal shutter speeds. (Refer to page 63)  
NITE PIX  
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4. To return to NITE PIX mode, press the SLOW SHUTTER button to select normal shutter speed.  
STBY  
0 : 0 0 : 3 1  
64 min  
The P  
indicator disappears while the  
indicator remains on the LCD monitor.  
S1/30  
5. To exit NITE PIX mode, slide the NITE PIX button downwards.  
The  
indicator disappears.  
POWER NITE PIX  
Notes  
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NITE PIX and POWER NITE PIX work only in the REC mode.  
Do not set the POWER NITE PIX to ON in bright lighting conditions.  
Using the POWER NITE PIX under natural lighting may affect the color balance.  
Use manual focusing if you have an unclear image while using POWER NITE PIX mode.  
The maximum recording distance using Infrared light is about 9 feet (3m).  
POWER NITE PIX is not available in EASYQ mode.  
POWER NITE PIX cannot be used with Manual Exposure, White Balance, Program AE, BLC,  
DSE and Digital ZOOM.  
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Setting the Shutter Speed and Exposure  
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Shutter Speed function works only in REC mode.  
Adjusting the exposure and shutter speed helps the user to control the image to be recorded. Greater exposure results in a  
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brighter image while shorter shutter speeds make the image darker.  
1. Turn on your camcorder by setting the Power Switch to REC mode.  
2. Turn the Navigation Wheel to select  
, then press the Navigation Wheel.  
The Quick Menu including SHUTTER and EXPOSURE is displayed.  
3. Turn the Navigation Wheel to select SHUTTER for shutter speed adjustment, or select  
EXPOSURE for exposure adjustment.  
The Control Bar appears for the selected submenu.  
4. Turn the Navigation Wheel for adjustment, then press the Navigation Wheel to set the adjustment.  
The new value of your adjustment is applied.  
Values for Shutter Speed: 1/60, 1/100, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, 1/4000, 1/10000 second  
Values for Exposure: 00 ~ 29  
5. Press the START/STOP button to start recording. Note that the Manual Exposure and Shutter  
Speed are only applied while this menu appears on the LCD monitor.  
6. Turn the Navigation Wheel to select  
, then press the Navigation Wheel to exit the menu screen.  
Notes  
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Do not frame the sun when you set the shutter speed to less than 1/1000 second. Slower shutter  
speeds expose the CCD to the light source and can damage the CCD.  
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Slow shutter speed may produce discontinuous and uneven motion.  
Manual Exposure and Shutter Speed are not available in EASYQ mode.  
NITE PIX and Manual Shutter Speed/Exposure cannot be applied at the same time.  
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Using the Fade In / Out Function  
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The Fade In / Out function works only in REC mode.  
You can give your recordings more professional look by using  
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STBY  
0:00:00  
special effects such as fading in at the beginning and fading out  
at the end of a sequence.  
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To Start Recording  
1. Before recording, hold down the FADE button.  
REC  
0:00:15  
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The picture and sound gradually disappear (fade out).  
2. Press the START/STOP button and at the same time release  
the FADE button. Recording starts and the picture and sound  
gradually appear (fade in).  
REC  
0:00:20  
To Stop Recording (use FADE IN / FADE OUT)  
3. When you wish to stop recording, hold down the FADE button.  
STBY  
0:00:25  
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The picture and sound gradually disappear (fade out).  
4. When the picture has disappeared, press the START/STOP  
button to stop recording.  
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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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Setting Up and Using the Quick Menu  
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The Quick Menu is only available in REC mode.  
Quick Menu is used to access camcorder functions by simply using the Navigation Wheel. Quick Menu provides easier  
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access to the frequently used menus without using the MENU button.  
You can access the following functions by turning the Navigation Wheel:  
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DATE/TIME  
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Changes the DATE/TIME stamp format that is displayed on screen.  
You can access this function using the MENU button (refer to page 39).  
1. Turn the Navigation Wheel to select DATE/TIME .  
2. To change the format, press the Navigation Wheel while the DATE/TIME is highlighted.  
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Each press of the Navigation Wheel on the DATE/TIME menu changes the format in this order: DATE—TIME—  
DATE/TIME  
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WL.REMOTE(  
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Changes Wireless Remote Control acceptance.  
You can access this function using the MENU button (refer to page 40).  
1. Turn the Navigation Wheel to select WL.REMOTE(  
2. Each press of the Navigation Wheel on WL.REMOTE(  
OFF.  
) .  
) toggles the Wireless Remote acceptance between ON and  
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DIS(  
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Anti-Shake function; turns the Digital Image Stabilizer function on and off.  
You can access this function using the MENU button (refer to page 56).  
1. Turn the Navigation Wheel to select DIS(  
2. Each press of the Navigation Wheel on DIS(  
) .  
) toggles the Digital Image Stabilizer between ON and OFF.  
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DSE (Digital Special Effects)  
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Provides a quick way to access the Digital Special Effects.  
Using the Navigation Wheel, you can quickly set and release the special effect for your filming. Pressing the Navigation  
Wheel while DSE is highlighted will toggle the DSE between OFF and the selected DSE mode. (refer to page 57)  
1. Turn the Navigation Wheel to select DSE .  
2. Each press of the Navigation Wheel on the DSE menu toggles the DSE mode between OFF and preset DSE selection.  
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If there is no preset DSE selection, OFF is the only available option.  
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PROGRAM AE  
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Provides a quick way to access the PROGRAM AE settings.  
Using the Navigation Wheel, you can quickly set and release the PROGRAM AE for your filming. Pressing the Navigation  
Wheel while PROGRAM AE is highlighted will toggle between the selected PROGRAM AE mode and  
page 52).  
(Auto) (refer to  
1. Turn the Navigation Wheel to select PROGRAM AE .  
2. Each press of the Navigation Wheel on the PROGRAM AE menu toggles the PROGRAM AE mode between  
and the preset PROGRAM AE selection.  
(Auto)  
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If there is no preset PROGRAM AE selection,  
(Auto) is the only available option.  
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WHT.BALANCE  
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Provides quick way to access the White Balance settings.  
Using the Navigation Wheel, you can quickly set and release the custom WHT.BALANCE for your filming. Pressing the  
Navigation Wheel while the WHT.BALANCE is highlighted will toggle between the selected WHT.BALANCE and  
(Auto) (refer to page 54).  
1. Turn the Navigation Wheel to select WHT.BALANCE .  
2. Each press of the Navigation Wheel on the WHT.BALANCE menu toggles the White Balance between  
the preset White Balance selection.  
(Auto) and  
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If there is no preset WHT.BALANCE selection,  
(Auto) is the only available option.  
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SHUTTER  
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Provides a quick way to access the SHUTTER Speed Settings.  
1. Turn the Navigation Wheel (Quick Menu) to select the Navigator icon ( ).  
2. Press the Navigation Wheel (Quick Menu) to select SHUTTER .  
The adjustable Shutter Speed control bar appears on the screen.  
3. Adjust the Shutter Speed by turning the Navigation Wheel (Quick Menu).  
The range of Shutter Speeds: 1/60 ~ 1/10000 (8 steps)  
4. Press the Navigation Wheel (Quick Menu) to select the adjusted Shutter Speed.  
S. [Value] is displayed.  
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EXPOSURE  
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Provides a quick way to access the EXPOSURE settings.  
1. Turn the Navigation Wheel (Quick Menu) to select the Navigator icon ( ).  
2. Press the Navigation Wheel (Quick Menu) to select EXPOSURE .  
The adjustable Exposure control bar appears on the screen.  
3. Adjust the EXPOSURE by turning the Navigation Wheel (Quick Menu).  
The range of Exposure Values: 00 ~ 29 (30 steps)  
4. Press the Navigation Wheel (Quick Menu) to select the adjusted Exposure Value.  
EXP. [Value] is displayed.  
Note  
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The Quick Menu is not available in EASYQ mode.  
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The Camcorder : Advanced Recording  
Taking Photos  
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You may take still images while in REC mode and store the images on tape. This function is  
useful when you want to take a snapshot of a subject while you are using the Camcorder.  
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If you want to take a higher resolution still image, switch to  
99).  
(CAMERA) mode (refer to page  
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You can take photos using the remote control.  
You can search still pictures recorded on a tape (refer to page 76).  
1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to REC mode.  
The STBY indicator appears on the LCD monitor.  
2. Press the PHOTO button halfway down to focus the image.  
The  
indicator appears on the LCD monitor.  
3. Within 2 seconds, fully press down the PHOTO button and then release it to record the picture.  
If you do not want to record, release the PHOTO button before fully pressing it down.  
It takes about 6 ~ 7 seconds to record the still image onto the tape.  
4. The camcorder returns to STBY (Stand-by) mode.  
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Pressing the PHOTO button while recording stops the recording and saves the still image captured at that moment. It takes  
approx. 6 ~ 7 seconds to save the image and then resumes the recording.  
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.  
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Various Recording Techniques  
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In some situations, different recording techniques may be required for more dramatic results.  
1. General Recording  
Suitable for most recording situations.  
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2. Downward Recording  
Make a recording while viewing the LCD monitor from above.  
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3. Upward Recording  
Make a recording while viewing the LCD monitor from below.  
4. Self Recording  
Make a recording while viewing the LCD monitor from the front.  
5. Recording with the Viewfinder  
In circumstances where it is difficult to use or see the LCD monitor clearly, using the  
viewfinder is a convenient alternative.  
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The Camcorder : Playback  
Playing Back a Recorded Tape  
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The tape playback functions work only in PLAY mode.  
Playback on the LCD Monitor  
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It is handy and practical to view a tape using the LCD monitor almost anywhere (i.e. in a car, indoors, or outdoors).  
Playback on a TV Monitor  
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To display a recorded tape on a TV, the television set needs to comply with the Color System (NTSC/PAL).  
It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter and Cable as the power source for the camcorder.  
For instructions on connecting the AC Power Adapter and Cable to your Camcorder, refer to page 27.  
Refer to page 145 for instructions on connecting your camcorder to a TV set.  
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Playback  
1. Connect a power source and set the Power Switch to PLAY mode.  
2. Insert the tape you wish to play back.  
3. Using the  
4. Press the  
(FF) button or  
(PLAY/STILL) button.  
(REW) buttons, find the first position you wish to play back.  
The images you recorded will appear on the TV after a few seconds.  
If a tape reaches its end while being played back, the tape will rewind automatically.  
Note  
The playback mode (SP/LP) is automatically selected.  
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Various Functions in PLAY modes  
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The  
(PLAY/STILL),  
STOP),  
(FF) ,  
(REW) buttons are located both on the Camcorder and the Remote Control.  
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The F.ADV (Frame advance),  
SLOW) buttons are located only on the Remote Control.  
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To prevent tape and head-drum wear, your Camcorder will automatically stop if it is left in STILL or SLOW modes for more  
than 5 minutes.  
Playback Pause  
Press the  
(PLAY/STILL) button during the playback.  
(PLAY/STILL) button again.  
To resume the playback, press the  
Picture Search – Forward/Reverse  
Press the (FF) button or (REW) button once during the playback or while in STILL mode.  
To resume the playback, press the  
Press and hold the (FF) button or  
(PLAY/STILL) button.  
(REW) button during playback or while in STILL mode.  
To resume the playback, release the button.  
Slow Playback – Forward/Reverse  
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Forward Slow Playback  
Press the  
(SLOW) button on the remote control during playback.  
To return to normal speed, press the  
Reverse Slow Playback  
(PLAY/STILL) button  
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Press the  
To resume forward slow playback, press the  
To return to normal speed, press the (PLAY/STILL) button  
(-) button during Forward Slow Playback.  
(+) button.  
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X2 Playback (Forward/Reverse)  
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You can playback your recording at 2x normal speed using the X2 button on the remote control.  
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Forward X2 Playback  
Press the X2 button on the Remote Control during Playback.  
To resume normal playback, press the  
(PLAY/STILL) button.  
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Reverse X2 Playback  
Press the  
(-) button during Forward X2 Playback.  
To resume normal playback, press the  
(PLAY/STILL) button.  
Frame Advance – Frame by Frame Playback  
Press the F.ADV button on the remote control while in Still mode.  
The F.ADV function works only in Still mode.  
To return to normal playback, press the  
(PLAY/STILL) button.  
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Forward Frame Advance  
Press the F.ADV button on the remote control while in Still mode to begin the forward frame  
advance.  
Reverse Frame Advance  
Press the  
(-) button on the remote control to reverse the frame advance direction while in  
Still mode.  
Notes  
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Mosaic shaped distortion may appear on the screen while in some of the playback modes if you are using a tape recorded in  
LP.  
Sound will only be heard during normal SP or LP playback.  
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Searching Still Images  
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Searching the Still Images recorded on a tape works only in PLAY mode.  
Recorded Still Images are played back using stop-motion.  
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1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to PLAY mode.  
2. Press the MENU button.  
The top menu including A/V is displayed.  
3. Press the DOWN button to select A/V , then press the OK button.  
The submenu including PHOTO SEARCH is displayed.  
4. Press the DOWN button to select PHOTO SEARCH , then press the OK button.  
The  
/
indicator flashes on the LCD monitor.  
5. Press the  
The  
(REW) or  
indicator and NOW SEARCH  
(FF) button to begin the search in given direction.  
/
message appear on the LCD monitor and the  
search begins.  
The PHOTO SEARCH will stop after one still image has been found. To begin another search,  
press the or button.  
6. To stop the search, press the MENU button or the  
(STOP) button.  
Note  
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When there are no still images recorded on the tape, it will be fully rewound or forwarded.  
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The Camcorder : Playback  
Dubbing an Additional Sound Track to Your Recording  
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Audio Dubbing works only in PLAY mode.  
You can dub additional audio to your recordings using the remote control. Dubbing is supported only when the recorded  
image has been recorded in SP (Standard Play) mode using the 12-bit settings for audio.  
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This function is useful for adding narration to your recordings. The original sound will not be erased.  
Dubbing the Sound  
1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to PLAY mode.  
2. Move to the desired starting position of the recorded video using  
(REW),  
(FF)  
or  
3. Press the  
4. Press the A.DUB button on the remote control.  
(PLAY/STILL) buttons.  
(PLAY/STILL) button to pause at the starting point.  
The A.DUB message appears on the LCD monitor and the camcorder is ready  
for dubbing.  
5. Press the  
6. To stop the audio dubbing, press the  
(PLAY/STILL) button to start dubbing.  
button.  
(STOP)  
Notes  
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Audio Dubbing is not available when using protected tapes. To release the protection, refer to page 48.  
Audio Dubbing is not available for recordings using 16-bit sound.  
Audio Dubbing is not available for recordings made in LP mode.  
To utilize an external MIC, connect a microphone to the MIC jack.  
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Playing Dubbed Sound  
You may select the audio track to be played back.  
1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to PLAY mode.  
2. Move to the position of recorded video that has dubbed audio track by using the  
(REW),  
(FF) or  
3. Press the MENU button.  
The top menu including A/V is displayed.  
(PLAY/STILL) buttons.  
4. Press the DOWN button to select A/V , then press the OK button.  
The submenu including AUDIO SELECT is displayed.  
5. Press the DOWN button to select AUDIO SELECT , then press the OK button.  
The available AUDIO SELECT options are listed.  
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SOUND[1]: Main Audio Track only, plays only the original audio.  
SOUND[2]: Additional Audio Track only, plays only the dubbed audio.  
MIX[1+2]: Mixed Audio Tracks, plays both the original and the dubbed audio.  
6. Select your option by pressing the DOWN or UP button, then press the OK button.  
The selected option is applied.  
SOUND [ 1 ]  
SOUND [ 2 ]  
MIX [ 1 + 2 ]  
7. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.  
8. Press the  
(PLAY/STILL) button to begin the playback.  
The selected Audio Tracks are played back.  
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Setting the Zero Memory on the Tape (Ending Position)  
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The ZERO MEMORY function works in both REC and PLAY modes.  
On a tape, you can mark a point that you want to return to following playback.  
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1. Press the ZERO MEMORY button on the remote control during playback or before recording at the point you wish to return  
to.  
The time code is changed to a tape counter which 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.  
2. Finding the Zero Position.  
When you have finished with the playback, fast forward or rewind the tape.  
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The tape automatically stops when it reaches the Zero Position.  
When you have finished recording, Set the Power Switch to the PLAY mode, then press the  
(REW) button.  
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The tape automatically stops when it reaches the zero position.  
3. The tape counter with the  
time code.  
(Zero Memory Indicator) disappears from the display and the tape counter is changed back to  
M
Notes  
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In the following situations, ZERO MEMORY marked positions will be automatically released:  
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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.  
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The Zero Memory may not function correctly when there is a break between recordings on the tape.  
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PB DSE - Applying Digital Special Effects to Your Recording During Playback  
✤
The PB DSE function works only in PLAY mode.  
The PB DSE function allows the user to apply digital effects to recorded video and still pictures.  
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1. Turn on your camcorder by setting the Power Switch to PLAY mode.  
2. Press the  
(PLAY/STILL) button to start the playback.  
3. Press the MENU button during the playback.  
The top menu including A/V is displayed.  
4. Press the DOWN button to select A/V , then press the OK button.  
The submenu including PB DSE is displayed.  
5. Press the DOWN button to select PB DSE , then press the OK button.  
The available options are listed: OFF, MOSAIC and MIRROR.  
6. Select an option by pressing the DOWN or UP button, then press the OK button.  
The selected option is applied to your playback.  
7. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.  
8. To cancel applied PB DSE, set the PB DSE to OFF or press the (STOP) button.  
Note  
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Once you modify an image using the PB DSE function, it cannot be exported to a PC using the camcorder s DV (IEEE 1394)  
connection.  
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PB ZOOM- Zooming During Playback  
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The PB ZOOM function works only in PLAY mode.  
The PB ZOOM function allows the user to zoom in or out on recorded image and still pictures.  
The Zooming Range for PLAY mode: 1.2 ~ 8.0x  
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1. Turn on your camcorder by setting the Power Switch to PLAY mode.  
2. During playback, zoom in or zoom out using the Zoom Lever.  
The image is magnified or reduced to scale.  
3. To move around the enlarged image, press the LEFT, RIGHT, UP or DOWN button.  
4. To cancel the PB ZOOM function, press the (STOP) button.  
You can Zoom out to 1.2x and push the Zoom lever further to cancel the PB ZOOM.  
Note  
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The PB ZOOM images cannot be exported to a PC.  
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Using the Mode Dial  
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Turn the Mode Dial to select a Camera mode by setting the selector as illustrated.  
Available Camera Modes are:  
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(PROGRAM): Sets aperture and shutter speed automatically for the user s convenience, other  
settings are free to set by manual  
SCENE: Preset Automatic Modes that contains predefined settings  
A: Aperture Priority Mode  
S: Shutter Speed Priority Mode  
S
M: Full Manual Mode, you can customize options to suit your needs  
MySET: Loads your frequent settings  
(Movie): Movie Mode, records motion clips into the memory card  
(PLAY): Playback Mode (for still image and motion clip)  
Using the Memory Card  
✤
MMC, SD Memory Card, Memory Stick and Memory Stick Pro are compatible with the  
SCD6040.  
The Memory Card stores and manages still images recorded by the camera.  
Before inserting or ejecting the Memory Card, turn the camcorder OFF.  
Protection  
Tab  
Terminals  
Terminals  
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Memory Card Functions  
✤
Recording / Viewing Still Images  
Protecting Images from accidental erasure (except MMC)  
Deleting Still Images stored in the Memory Card  
Marking Still Images with Print Information  
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Protection  
Tab  
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Label  
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Formatting Memory Cards  
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The Camera : Preparation  
Inserting a Memory Card  
1. Open the Memory Slot lid.  
2. Insert the Memory Card into the Slot until it softly clicks.  
3. Close the Memory Slot.  
Ejecting a Memory Card  
1. Open the Memory Slot lid.  
2. Slightly push the memory card inwards to pop it out.  
3. Pull the Memory Card out of the slot and close the lid.  
Notes  
✤
Do not apply excessive force when you insert / eject the Memory Card.  
Do not turn the power off while recording, loading, erasing still picture or formatting the Memory  
✤
Card.  
✤
Please turn the power off before you insert or eject the Memory Card to avoid losing data.  
Do not place the Memory Card near a strong electro-magnetic device.  
Do not allow metal substances to come in contact with the terminals on the Memory Card.  
Do not bend the Memory Card.  
After pulling the card out from the camcorder, keep the Memory Cards in a soft case to prevent static shock.  
The data stored on the card 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.  
TM  
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Memory Stick and  
are trademarks of Sony Corporation.  
TM  
All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of  
their respective companies. TM will not be mentioned in every instance in this manual.  
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The Camera : Preparation  
Formatting a Memory Card  
✤
You can use the FORMAT function to completely delete all still images/motion clips and options on the Memory Card,  
including protected still images/motion clips.  
The format function restores the Memory Card to its initial state.  
The Memory Stick supplied with this Camcorder has been formatted already.  
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BACK:  
SET:OK  
1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to  
2. Press the MENU button.  
(CAMERA) mode.  
The top menu including  
(SET) is displayed.  
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3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select  
(SET), then press the DOWN button.  
The submenu including "FORMAT" is displayed.  
4. Press the DOWN or UP button to select "FORMAT", then press the RIGHT button.  
The available options are listed: YES and NO.  
FORMAT ?  
FORMAT: OK  
CANCEL:  
5. Highlight your option by pressing the DOWN or UP button, then press the OK button.  
6. If "YES" is selected, message "FORMAT:OK" appears on the LCD monitor.  
If OK is selected, message PLEASE WAIT appears on the LCD monitor and then  
"FORMAT DONE" appears when the format is completed.  
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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.  
Formatting the memory card using a different device will cause memory card read errors.  
Formatting the memory card deletes all the stored data in the memory card.  
Do not turn the power off in the middle of the formatting.  
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The Camera : Preparation  
Number of Recordable Images / Length of Motion Clip  
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The still images that you recorded are saved in JPEG file format.  
Each file has a file name (using sequential numbers) and all files are assigned to a folder.  
A file number beginning with DCAM0001 up to DCAM9999 is sequentially assigned to each recorded image.  
Each folder is numbered from 100SSDVC to 999SSDVC and recorded in the memory card.  
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Memory Card Functions  
Still Image  
Motion Clip  
Size  
SIZE  
TIFF  
SUPER FINE  
FINE  
NORMAL  
Approx. 23  
Approx. 28  
Approx. 47  
Approx. 95  
Approx. 238  
30fps  
15fps  
2272x1704  
2048x1536  
1600x1200  
1024x768  
640x480  
Approx. 1  
Approx. 1  
Approx. 2  
Approx. 6  
Approx. 15  
Approx. 7  
Approx. 9  
Approx. 15  
Approx. 36  
Approx. 95  
Approx. 15  
Approx. 19  
Approx. 31  
Approx. 68  
Approx. 158  
320 x 240  
Approx. 2min Approx. 3min  
Notes  
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The above approximation is based on a 16MB Memory Stick under normal recording conditions.  
The number of pictures that can be stored on a memory card depends on various conditions.  
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Numbering Stored Pictures  
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File numbers will be automatically given, in the order they were recorded, to pictures taken and stored in the Memory Card.  
By default, pictures are stored on the memory card in a folder labeled 100SSDVC, with four-digit file numbers, starting from  
DCAM0001.  
You can reset the numbering back to DCAM0001 at any time by setting the FILE to RESET.  
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1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to  
2. Press the MENU button.  
(CAMERA) mode.  
The top menu including  
(SET) is displayed.  
3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select  
The submenu including FILE is displayed.  
(SET), then press the DOWN button.  
4. Press the DOWN or UP button to select FILE , then press the RIGHT button.  
The RESET and SERIES options are displayed.  
5. Highlight your option by pressing the DOWN or UP button, then press the MENU button.  
The selected option is applied and automatically exits from the menu screen.  
●
RESET: File number is reset to 0001 for new Memory Card, after formatting a Memory Card, or  
BACK:  
SET:OK  
after emptying a memory card.  
●
SERIES: Continues the numbering from the last file number regardless of inserting a new  
Memory Card, formatting a Memory Card, and emptying Memory Card.  
Notes  
✤
The file numbers start from DCAM0001 at the time of purchase.  
MPEG motion clips are stored in the folder DCIM.  
File numbering for a Memory Card that contains image files from another device, will begin after the largest number.  
File numbering restarts from 0001 when 9999 files have been saved.  
A previously formatted Memory card using a personal computer might require reformatting.  
Each folder can contain up to 9999 images. A Memory Card may contain up to 999 folders. DCF ERROR message is  
displayed when it exceeds the limit. If this occurrs, delete files or format your memory card after moving your data stored in  
the memory card to a PC.  
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Setting the Picture Quality  
✤
Set the level of picture quality for the still images before you begin. The number of stored images varies depending on the  
memory card capacity, picture size and quality.  
1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to  
2. Press the MENU button.  
(CAMERA) mode.  
The top menu including  
(QUALITY) is displayed.  
3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select  
(QUALITY), then press the DOWN button.  
The available options are listed.  
- TIFF TIFF — SUPER FINE  
— FINE — NORMAL  
4. Select an option by pressing the DOWN or UP button to highlight your choice.  
5. Press the OK or MENU button to exit the menu screen.  
The selected option s indicator appears on the LCD monitor.  
Notes  
✤
The actual number of pictures you can record varies depending on the picture quality and size settings.  
The TIFF format does not compress the image and therefore produce larger image size.  
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Setting the Picture Size  
✤
Set the picture size for still images before you begin. The number of stored images varies depending on the memory card  
capacity, picture size and quality.  
1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to  
2. Press the MENU button.  
(CAMERA) mode.  
The top menu including  
(SIZE) is displayed.  
3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select  
The available options are listed.  
(SIZE), then press the DOWN button.  
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4. Select an option by pressing the DOWN or UP button to highlight your choice.  
5. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.  
640X480  
The selected option s indicator appears on the LCD monitor.  
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Notes  
✤
The actual number of pictures you can record varies depending on the picture quality and size  
settings.  
✤
For photo development, the higher the resolution, the finer the picture quality.  
640x480 format is adequate for e-mail transfers.  
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The Camera : Functions  
Setting the Menu Language  
✤
You can choose a language for the OSD (On-screen Display) menu.  
Menus and messages can be displayed in English, Spanish, French, German, and Italian.  
✤
1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to  
2. Press the MENU button.  
(CAMERA) mode.  
The top menu including  
(SET) is displayed.  
3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the  
(SET), then press the DOWN button.  
The submenu including LANGUAGE is displayed.  
SETUP BACK:  
FILE  
LANGUAGE  
FORMAT  
LCD  
SET:OK  
4. Press the DOWN button to select LANGUAGE , then press the RIGHT button.  
The available options for LANGUAGE setting are displayed.  
USB  
5. Select your option by pressing the UP or DOWN button.  
The selected option is highlighted and applied.  
6. Press the OK button to apply your selection.  
7. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.  
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Setting the LCD Brightness  
✤
You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor for Camera use.  
1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to  
2. Press the MENU button.  
(CAMERA) mode.  
The top menu including  
(SET) is displayed.  
3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select  
The submenu including LCD is displayed.  
(SET), then press the DOWN button.  
4. Press the DOWN button to select LCD , then press the RIGHT button.  
The available options for LCD brightness settings are displayed.  
DARK — NORMAL — BRIGHT  
BACK:  
SET:OK  
5. Select an option by pressing the UP or DOWN button.  
The selected option is highlighted.  
6. Press the OK button to apply your selection.  
The selected option is applied.  
7. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.  
Notes  
✤
A brighter LCD Monitor setting consumes more battery power.  
✤
You may adjust the brightness in  
(CAMERA) modes.  
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For brightness adjustment in Camcorder mode, refer to page 33.  
The available menu items are displayed for the selected Camera mode.  
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The Camera : Functions  
Setting the Clock  
✤
A built-in clock for Camera mode creates the Time Stamp. For further information on Time Stamp  
Imprinting, refer to the next page.  
1. Turn your Camera on by setting the Power Switch to  
2. Press the MENU button.  
(CAMERA) mode.  
The top menu including  
(SET) is displayed.  
3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select  
(SET), then press the DOWN button.  
The submenu including DATE & TIME is displayed.  
4. Press the DOWN button to select DATE & TIME , then press the RIGHT button.  
The adjustable fields of Stamp Format, Date and Time are displayed while the YEAR field is  
selected.  
5. Press the DOWN or UP button to set the value. Move to next field by pressing the RIGHT button.  
6. Repeat Step 5 for the MONTH, DATE and TIME fields.  
7. Press the DOWN or UP button to select the Stamp Format.  
Available formats: YY/MM/DD, MM/DD/ YY, DD/MM/ YY  
8. Press the OK button to apply your selection.  
EXIT:OK MOVE:  
RESET  
ENGLISH  
NO  
NORMAL  
COMPUTER  
BACK:  
SET:OK  
Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.  
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If you remove the batteries from the camera for an extended period of time, or the batteries  
become run out, you may need to reset the clock.  
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Setting the IMPRINT Option  
✤
IMPRINT allows the user to place a date stamp on a picture. Your camera has a built-in clock that  
maintains the date and time in a 24-hour format. The camera clock needs to be set if you plan to  
use the date stamp to imprint the date and time on your picture.  
Before you begin!  
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Set the CLOCK (refer to the previous page).  
1. Turn your Camera on by setting the Power Switch to  
2. Press the MENU button.  
(CAMERA) mode.  
EXIT:OK MOVE:  
The top menu including  
(SET) is displayed.  
RESET  
ENGLISH  
NO  
NORMAL  
COMPUTER  
3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select  
(SET), then press the DOWN button.  
The submenu including IMPRINT is displayed.  
4. Press the DOWN button to select IMPRINT , then press the RIGHT button.  
The available options: OFF, DATE and DATE&TIME are displayed.  
5. Select an option by pressing the UP or DOWN button, then press the OK button.  
The selected option is applied.  
BACK:  
SET:OK  
6. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.  
Notes  
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Every image has its date and time information, regardless of the IMPRINT setting.  
Once the date and time information is stamped on the image then it is not removable.  
The LCD monitor may not display full length of imprint information, you will see full information  
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when you copy to a PC or print the image. It is not malfunctioning.  
If you remove the batteries from the camera for an extended period of time, or the batteries  
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become run out, you may need to reset the clock.  
A separate clock setting for Camera mode is required. For further information on DATE & TIME  
✤
setup for the Camcorder, refer to page 38.  
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Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (WL.REMOTE)  
✤
You can enable or disable the Wireless Remote Control for use in Camera mode.  
Using the Wireless Remote Control, you can easily and remotely manipulate your camera. Refer to page 40 for setting the  
✤
Wireless Remote Control for Camcorder use.  
Using the Wireless Remote Control provided, you can take a delayed picture using the SELF TIMER button (refer to page  
105).  
✤
1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to  
(CAMERA) mode.  
2. Press the MENU button.  
The top menu including  
(SET) is displayed.  
3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select  
(SET), then press the DOWN button.  
The submenu including WL.REMOTE displays  
4. Press the DOWN button to select WL.REMOTE , then press RIGHT button.  
The available options of OFF and ON are displayed.  
5. Select an option by pressing the UP or DOWN button.  
The selected option is applied.  
BACK:  
SET:OK  
6. Press the OK button to apply your selection.  
7. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.  
Notes  
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Available Remote Control buttons in each mode:  
(MOVIE) for recording: START/STOP, DISPLAY, W / T (before recording), SELF TIMER  
(PLAY) for movie: PLAY, PAUSE, STOP, FF, REW  
(PROGRAM), A, S, M, SCENE, MYSET : PHOTO, DISPLAY, W / T, SELF TIMER  
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Setting the Beep Sound  
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You can turn on or off the beep sound for each press of a button for Camera use.  
MOVE: CHANGE:  
1. Turn your Camera on by setting the Power Switch to  
2. Press the MENU button.  
(CAMERA) mode.  
DATE&TIME  
IMPRINT  
04/01/03  
OFF  
WL.REMOTE  
BEEP SOUND  
ON  
ON  
The top menu including  
(SET) is displayed.  
SHUTTER SOUND ON  
3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select  
(SET), then press the DOWN button.  
The submenu including BEEP SOUND is displayed.  
4. Press the DOWN button to select BEEP SOUND , then press the RIGHT button.  
The available options are listed: OFF and ON.  
5. Select an option by pressing the UP or DOWN button, then press the OK button.  
The selected option is applied.  
BACK:  
DATE&TIME  
IMPRINT  
WL.REMOTE  
BEEP SOUND  
SHUTTER SOUND  
SET:OK  
OFF  
ON  
6. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.  
Setting the Shutter Sound  
✤
You can turn on or off the shutter sound for each press of the PHOTO button.  
1. Turn your Camera on by setting the Power Switch to  
2. Press the MENU button.  
(CAMERA) mode.  
MOVE: CHANGE:  
DATE&TIME  
IMPRINT  
04/01/03  
OFF  
WL.REMOTE  
BEEP SOUND  
ON  
ON  
The top menu including  
3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select  
(SET) is displayed.  
(SET), then press the DOWN button.  
SHUTTER SOUND ON  
The submenu including SHUTTER SOUND is displayed.  
4. Press the DOWN button to select SHUTTER SOUND , then press the RIGHT button.  
The available options are listed: OFF and ON.  
5. Select an option by pressing the UP or DOWN button, then press the OK button.  
The selected option is applied.  
BACK:  
DATE&TIME  
IMPRINT  
WL.REMOTE  
BEEP SOUND  
SHUTTER SOUND  
SET:OK  
OFF  
ON  
6. Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.  
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Using the Menu  
MENU  
SUB MENU 1  
FILE  
SUB MENU 2  
Functions  
Page  
Mode  
RESET  
Reset the file numbering  
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SERIES  
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ESPA OL  
FRAN AIS  
DEUTSCH  
ITALIANO  
NO  
YES  
DARK  
NORMAL  
BRIGHT  
COMPUTER  
PRINTER  
LANGUAGE  
Set the OSD language  
89  
SCENE  
FORMAT  
LCD  
Format the memory card  
Adjust the LCD brightness  
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90  
A
S
SETUP  
USB  
USB data destination (PC/PRINTER)  
137  
91  
M
DATE&TIME  
IMPRINT  
Set the Date and Time  
MySET  
OFF  
Set the imprint option (Date/Time)  
DATE  
DATE & TIME  
OFF  
ON  
OFF  
92  
WL.REMOTE  
BEEP SOUND  
Set the Wireless Remote acceptance  
Set the beep sound for key press  
Set the shutter sound  
93  
94  
ON  
SHUTTER SOUND OFF  
94  
ON  
Adjust the Quick Review duration  
Q.VIEW  
102  
Default starting image  
Set a custom starting image  
MYCAM  
OFF  
, SCENE, A  
START IMAGE1  
START IMAGE2  
START IMAGE3  
S, M, MySET  
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MENU  
SUB MENU 1  
SUB MENU 2  
Functions  
Page  
Mode  
Change the picture size  
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2048 X 1536  
1600 X 1200  
1024 X 768  
SIZE  
, SCENE, A  
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,
S M  
640  
320  
X
X
480  
240  
Supports MPEG mode only  
TIFF  
SUPER FINE  
FINE  
Set to TIFF non-compressing format  
Set to super fine picture quality  
Set to fine picture quality  
QUALITY  
, SCENE  
A, S, M  
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NORMAL  
Set to normal picture quality  
METERING  
EFFECT  
Set the metering to MULTI  
Set the metering to SPOT  
MULTI  
SPOT  
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124  
, A, S, M  
, A, S, M,  
NORMAL  
B & W  
SEPIA  
No special effect  
Converts colours into Black and White  
Converts colour info. to brown tone  
Reverses colours  
NEGATIVE  
Changes sharpness setting  
SOFT  
NORMAL  
VIVID  
SHARPNESS  
SHOOTING  
127  
125  
105  
, A, S, M,  
Normal single picture shooting  
3 continuous picture shootings  
3 continuous pictures with exposure  
bracketing  
SINGLE  
CONTINUOUS  
AEB  
A, S, M (except AEB)  
, A,S,M,SCENE,  
OFF  
2s SELF  
10s SELF  
No delay  
Set to 2 seconds  
Set to 10 seconds  
SELF TIMER  
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MENU  
SUB MENU 1  
MYSET1  
MYSET2  
SUB MENU 2  
Functions  
Page  
Mode  
SAVE  
Stores current setting for quick recall  
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, A, S, M, MySET  
MYSET3  
NIGHT  
Provides a quick access to preset  
SCENE modes  
PORTRAIT  
CHILDREN  
LANDSCAPE  
CLOSE-UP  
SUNSET  
SCENE  
SCENE  
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DAWN  
BACKLIGHT  
FIREWORKS  
BEACH&SNOW  
FRAME RATE  
DPOF  
Sets the frame rate of MPEG motion  
clips  
30fps  
15fps  
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Standard DPOF printing function  
STANDARD  
INDEX  
SELECT  
ALL PICs  
NO  
Prints an Index page of all the images  
stored in the Memory Card.  
Selects the size of images to print  
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143  
YES  
PRINT SIZE  
CANCEL  
SELECT  
ALL PICs  
STANDARD  
INDEX  
Cancels the current settings for  
selected menu item  
142  
129  
PRINT SIZE  
Rotates the selected image  
RIGHT(90  
LEFT(90  
UPDOWN(180  
¡)  
)
¡
ROTATE  
¡
)
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MENU  
SUB MENU 1  
SUB MENU 2  
Functions  
Page  
Mode  
Downsizes the selected image  
2048 X 1536  
1600 X 1200  
1024 X 768  
RESIZE  
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640  
X
480  
Resize an image to START IMAGE to  
change your starting image.  
START IMAGE  
Sets the interval between slides  
INTERVAL  
REPEAT  
SLIDE  
OFF  
ON  
Turns ON or OFF the REPEAT option  
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Starts the Slide Show  
START  
Protects images from accidental  
erasure  
ONE PIC  
SELECT  
ALL PICs  
PROTECT  
DELETE  
Deletes Selected images  
SELECT  
NO  
YES  
NO  
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ALL  
YES  
Note  
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Pressing the DISPLAY button while the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor helps to read the menu screen by changing  
the background into black.  
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The Camera : Basic Picture Taking  
Taking and Viewing Your First Photo  
Taking Still Images: (PROGRAM) Mode  
1. Insert the memory card (refer to page 83) and connect a power source (refer to page 27).  
2. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to  
select (PROGRAM) mode.  
3. Frame your subject.  
Frame your subject using the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.  
(CAMERA) mode and turn the Mode Dial to  
Use the Zoom Lever to zoom in or zoom out.  
4. Set the focus by pressing the PHOTO button halfway down.  
Locate your main subject inside the focus area indicated by  
halfway down to focus on your main subject.  
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, then press the PHOTO button  
You can move your camera to the desired framing after the focus is locked.  
Depending on lighting conditions, the built-in flash may pop up.  
5. Fully press the PHOTO button to take the picture.  
The picture is taken and saved into the memory card within few seconds.  
Taking another picture within this interval is not possible.  
The Memory Card indicator will blink during the time it takes to save the image.  
Taking Still Images: EASYQ Mode  
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EASYQ mode is the most convenient, fully automatic camera mode. With one press of the EASYQ button, the camera is  
automatically set to create the best results under various conditions.  
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You can switch to EASYQ mode from any camera modes excepting  
button again to return to the previous mode.  
PLAY) modes. Press the EASYQ  
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(MOVIE) and  
Note  
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The Auto Power Off feature is designed to save the battery power. If there is no operation for more than 5 minutes, the  
camera will automatically turn off. To resume camera operation, press the START/STOP button once.  
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The Camera : Basic Picture Taking  
Viewing Still Images  
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You can playback and view still images stored on the Memory Card.  
Still images stored on the memory card are all displayed in the same size despite their original  
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resolution using the LCD monitor or viewfinder.  
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There are three ways to view the recorded images in Camera  
(PLAY) mode:  
Single: To view an image frame by frame  
Slide Show: To view all images automatically in consecutive order  
Multiple Display: Up to 9 thumbnails are displayed on the LCD monitor at one time.  
Viewing a Single Still Image  
1. Turn on your camera by setting the Power Switch to  
Set the Mode Dial to PLAY) mode.  
The last picture taken appears on the LCD monitor.  
(CAMERA) mode.  
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3. Using the RIGHT and LEFT buttons, search for the desired still image.  
To view the next image, press the RIGHT button.  
To view the previous image, press the LEFT button.  
To view the detailed information on a picture, press the DISPLAY button.  
Pressing the RIGHT button when you are on the last image will take you to the first image and  
pressing the LEFT button when you are on the first image will take you to the last image.  
Keep pressing RIGHT or LEFT to search quickly for an image.  
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To delete the image displayed, press the  
(DELETE) button.  
DELETE ?  
DEL : OK  
CANCEL :  
Notes  
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If there is no stored image in the memory card, when you switch to  
NO IMAGE! is displayed and the MENU button will not function.  
PLAY) mode, a message  
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When you connect the Multi-AV cable under the  
automatically and the TV displays the image.  
PLAY) mode, the LCD monitor turns off  
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The Camera : Basic Picture Taking  
Viewing a Slide Show  
1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to  
(CAMERA) mode.  
2. Turn the Mode Dial to set to  
PLAY) mode.  
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A stored picture is displayed on the LCD monitor.  
3. Press the MENU button.  
The top menu including  
(SLIDE) is displayed.  
4. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select  
(SLIDE), then press the DOWN button.  
5. Press the DOWN or UP button to select INTERVAL , then press the RIGHT button.  
The cursor is located on Interval.  
6. Select an interval by pressing the UP or DOWN button.  
The available range is 01 ~ 10 seconds.  
EXIT:OK MOVE:  
7. Press the LEFT button and then press the DOWN button to select REPEAT.  
8. Press the RIGHT button and select OFF or ON.  
The REPEAT option is turned OFF or ON.  
9. Press the LEFT button, then press the DOWN button.  
START is selected.  
10.Press the OK button to start the Slide Show. To pause the Slide Show, press the  
(PLAY/STILL) button. To resume the Slide Show, press the  
11.To stop the Slide Show, press the OK or MENU button.  
(PLAY/STILL) button again.  
Notes  
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Loading time may vary depending on the image size.  
The Slide Show will start from the current picture.  
For motion clips, only the first frame is displayed.  
TIFF images are not displayed by the Slide Show.  
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The Camera : Basic Picture Taking  
Setting the Q.View Duration  
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After taking a picture, your camera automatically shows just taken still image shortly and then  
MOVE: CHANGE:  
OFF  
returns to recording mode after few seconds. You can set the Q.View duration using this menu.  
The Q.View function works only for still images.  
IMPRINT  
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WL.REMOTE  
BEEP SOUND  
ON  
ON  
SHUTTER SOUND ON  
Q.VIEW  
1 SEC  
1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to  
2. Press the MENU button.  
(CAMERA) mode.  
The top menu including  
(SET) is displayed.  
3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select  
(SET), then press the DOWN button.  
BACK:  
SET: OK  
1 SEC  
The submenu including Q.VIEW is displayed.  
4. Press the DOWN button to select Q.VIEW , then press the RIGHT button.  
5. Select an option by pressing the UP or DOWN button  
IMPRINT  
WL.REMOTE  
BEEP SOUND  
SHUTTER SOUND  
Q.VIEW  
You can set to 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 seconds or set to OFF.  
6. Press the OK or MENU button to apply your selection and exit the menu screen.  
Viewing a Still Image using the Quick Review  
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Quick Review is used to view the lastly recorded still image.  
1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to  
to select (PROGRAM) mode.  
(CAMERA) mode and turn the Mode Dial  
2. Record a still image using the PHOTO button.  
3. Press the LEFT button to view the picture just taken.  
To see detailed information on the picture, press the DISPLAY button once.  
4. To return to Camera mode, press the LEFT button again or press the PHOTO button halfway  
down.  
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The Camera : Basic Picture Taking  
Viewing Multiple Images in Multiple Image View  
1. Load a memory card that has previously stored pictures (refer to page 83).  
2. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to  
3. Turn the Mode Dial to set the (PLAY) mode.  
A stored picture is displayed on the LCD monitor.  
4. Press the button to display up to 9 pictures on the LCD monitor.  
(CAMERA) mode.  
Multiple pictures are displayed and the cursor is on the picture you were viewing.  
5. Press the LEFT, RIGHT, DOWN or UP button to move the cursor.  
The selected picture will be bordered by a thin line.  
6. Press the OK button to view the selected picture in full screen.  
MOVE:  
EXIT:  
Deleting Recorded Pictures  
Deleting One Image in Single Image View  
1. Load a memory card that has previously stored pictures (refer to page 83).  
2. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to  
3. Turn the Mode Dial to set the (PLAY) mode.  
A stored picture is displayed on the LCD monitor.  
4. Press the button to display up to 9 pictures on the LCD monitor.  
Select a stored picture to delete using the LEFT or RIGHT button, then press the OK button.  
(CAMERA) mode.  
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5. Press the  
(DELETE) button to to delete the selected picture.  
The message DELETE? and the available options are displayed.  
6. Press the OK button to delete the picture, or press the LEFT button to cancel.  
If deleted, the previous or the last picture stored is displayed.  
If canceled, it returns to the previous screen.  
DELETE ?  
DEL : OK  
CANCEL :  
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The Camera : Basic Picture Taking  
Deleting Recorded Pictures Using DELETE Menu  
1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to  
2. Turn the Mode Dial to set to PLAY) mode.  
(CAMERA) mode.  
SET  
(
A stored picture is displayed on the LCD monitor.  
3. Press the MENU button.  
DELETE  
EXIT:OK MOVE:  
NO  
NO  
SELECT  
ALL  
The top menu including  
(DELETE) is displayed.  
4. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select  
(DELETE), then press the DOWN button.  
The available options are listed: SELECT and ALL.  
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Selecting Images To Delete  
1. Press the DOWN or UP button to select SELECT , then press the RIGHT button.  
Select YES to display multiple pictures screen.  
2. Press the DOWN or UP button to select an image to delete, then press the MENU button.  
To cancel the selection, press the MENU button again on a selected image.  
3. When you are done with selection, press the OK button.  
SELECT:MENU SET:OK  
A message PLEASE WAIT appears and deletes selected images. The previous picture or  
motion clip is displayed.  
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Deleting All Images At Once  
DELETE ?  
DEL : OK  
CANCEL :  
1. Press the DOWN or UP button to select ALL , then press the RIGHT button.  
Select YES if you are sure to delete.  
2. If YES is selected, message DELETE ? appears on the LCD monitor.  
Press the OK button to delete. Press the LEFT button to cancel.  
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When there is no stored picture on the memory card, the message NO IMAGE! will be displayed.  
If an erroneous memory card format is found on the memory card, the message CARD ERROR! will be displayed.  
If an erroneous image file is found on the memory card, the message FILE ERROR will be displayed. It may be caused by  
copying images from different digital devices.  
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Formatting the memory card will delete all the stored images.  
To protect important picture from accidental deletion, activate the image protection (refer to page 135).  
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The Camera : Basic Picture Taking  
Delayed Recording – Self Timer  
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Using the remote control, delaying the shutter release (in order to take self-photography and  
SET  
various other camera uses) is available.  
SELF TIMER  
1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to  
(CAMERA) mode.  
OFF  
2s SELF  
10s SELF  
2. Turn the Mode Dial to set  
3. Press the MENU button.  
(PROGRAM), A, S, M, SCENE or (MOVIE) mode.  
The top menu including  
(SELF TIMER) is displayed.  
4. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select  
(SELF TIMER), then press the DOWN button.  
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The available options of OFF, 2s SELF and 10s SELF are listed.  
5. Select an option by pressing the DOWN or UP button, then press the OK or MENU button.  
The selected option is applied and the corresponding indicator appears on the LCD monitor.  
You can also set the SELF TIMER by pressing the SELF TIMER button on the Remote Control  
until the desired option is displayed on the LCD monitor.  
2S  
2S  
: Delays the shutter release by 2 seconds.  
: Delays the shutter release by 10 seconds.  
6. Frame your subject.  
7. Press the PHOTO button on the Remote Control or on the Camera to start the timer. For motion  
clips, press the START/STOP button on the Remote Control or on the Camera.  
A beep sound will play and after the time indicated, recording starts.  
Notes  
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Do not obstruct the remote control sensor by putting obstacles between the remote control and  
camera.  
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The remote control range is 4 ~ 5m (13 ~ 17 ft).  
The effective remote control angle is up to 30 degrees left / right from the center line.  
Using a tripod is recommended for delayed recording.  
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The Camera : Basic Picture Taking  
Taking Motion Clips (MPEG) Using the Camera  
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You can record movies using the  
(MOVIE) mode.  
Preparation – Setting the Resolution and Frame Rate  
1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to (CAMERA) mode.  
2. Set the Mode Dial to (MOVIE).  
The indicator appears on the LCD monitor.  
3. Press the MENU button.  
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MPEG Resolution  
The supported MPEG resolution is 320x240.  
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Setting up the MPEG Frame Rate  
1. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select  
(FRAME RATE), then press the DOWN button.  
The available options are listed: 30fps, 15fps  
FRAME RATE  
2. Select an option by pressing the DOWN or UP button, then press the OK button.  
The selected option is applied.  
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Recording a Motion Clip onto a Memory Card  
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You can record movies using the  
Before recording a motion clip, insert a Memory Card (refer to page 83).  
(MOVIE) mode.  
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1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to  
(CAMERA) mode.  
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2. Turn the Mode Dial to  
Movie mode indicator  
(Movie).  
is displayed and it is ready for recording. Recordable time using the  
memory card is displayed.  
3. Frame your subject, then press the START/STOP button to start recording.  
The Time Counter starts counting and begins the recording.  
REC  
00:00:05  
The Memory Card indicator will blink during recording.  
Zooming is not available during a motion clip recording. Zoom in or out before recording.  
4. To pause the recording for a while, press the START/STOP button. To resume recording, press the START/STOP button  
again.  
You can use the Remote Control for Motion Clip recording.  
1. Follow Steps 1 ~ 2 above for the normal recording of Motion Clips.  
2. Frame your subject, then press the START/STOP button on the Remote Control.  
The Time Counter starts counting and the recording begins.  
3. To stop recording, press the START/STOP button.  
Notes  
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To use an external microphone, connect a microphone to the MIC jack on the right front side of your camera.  
When recording MPEG4 motion clips, LCD monitor may display black bars on its bottom, it is normal. Playing back recorded  
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MPEG4 motion clip on the unit and PC shows full screen.  
It is recommended to use a tripod for Motion Clip recordings with the Remote Control. It is also handy for self recordings.  
The recorded motion clip is saved in MOV format.  
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The Camera : Basic Picture Taking  
Viewing a Motion Clip (MPEG)  
To Playback a Recorded Motion Clip  
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1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to  
(CAMERA) mode.  
2. Turn the Mode Dial to  
A stored picture or movie is displayed.  
3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to locate the motion clip to be played back.  
The MPEG indicator is displayed when a motion clip is selected.  
4. Press the PLAY button to start playback.  
Playback begins.  
(PLAY) mode.  
STOP  
00:00:05  
5. To pause playback, press the  
To stop playback, press the  
6. During the playback, use the  
(PLAY/STILL) button. To resume playback, press the  
(PLAY/STILL) button again.  
STOP) button.  
(FF) button or  
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(REW) button to move faster to the desired position in the motion clip.  
Notes  
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When you playback a motion clip (MPEG) on the LCD monitor or on a TV connected, the sound is not played back.  
Recorded sound is played back on a PC after copying or moving the motion clip to a PC.  
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In  
(PLAY) mode, the LCD monitor may flash when you switch from STOP to PLAY.  
To playback recorded motion clips on a PC, install the Quick Time Player from the provided DVC Media 5.1 Software CD.  
To Delete a Recorded Motion Clip  
1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to  
(CAMERA) mode.  
2. Turn the Mode Dial to set the  
(PLAY) mode.  
A stored picture or movie is displayed.  
3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to locate the motion clip to be deleted.  
4. Press the (DELETE) button to delete selected pictures.  
The message DELETE? and the available options are displayed.  
5. To delete the motion clip, press the OK button or press the LEFT button to cancel.  
If deleted, the previous picture or motion clip stored is displayed. If Delete is cancelled, it returns to the previous screen.  
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The Camera : Advanced Techniques  
Setting the Focus  
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In Camera modes, the automatic focus will not engage unless the PHOTO button is pressed halfway down.  
To get good image quality, please verify the focus is set properly before fully depressing the PHOTO button.  
While the camera is focusing (when pressing the PHOTO button halfway down), a flashing icon ( ) will appear on the LCD  
monitor. Once the focus is set properly, green indicator ( ) will appear.  
A sound effect will play once the focus is set.  
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1. Frame your subject inside the AF focus area on the LCD monitor in order to obtain clear focus.  
2. Press the PHOTO button halfway down to adjust the focus.  
When the focus is set, a sound effect will play.  
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You can maintain focus by continuing to press the PHOTO button halfway down in order to  
change your framing. This is useful when your main subject is not located in the center area of  
your frame.  
3. Press the PHOTO button firmly to take the picture.  
Notes  
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If the focus is not properly set, release the PHOTO button and then press the PHOTO button  
halfway down again.  
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The flashing red icon ( ) will appear over the Focus Area Indicator when the focus cannot be set.  
If this occurrs, release the PHOTO button and try again.  
Use MACRO mode for recording images at closer range, or proper focusing will not occur (refer to  
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Vibration Warning  
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Vibration Warning ( ) indicator will appear when you set the flash mode to Slow Sync (  
dark lighting condition.  
) or Flash Cancel (  
) under a  
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Use a tripod or allow the built-in flash to fire for clear image when the Vibration Warning ( ) indicator appears.  
To change your flash mode, refer to the next page.  
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The Camera : Advanced Techniques  
Using the Built-In Flash  
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The Flash works in  
(CAMERA) modes and allows the user to take brighter pictures in dark  
locations (i.e. nighttime shooting, indoors and in shaded areas).  
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Auto Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Fill-In Flash, Slow Sync and Flash Cancel modes are available.  
To select a flash mode, press the UP button. It will toggle the flash mode between:  
Auto Flash  
The flash automatically pops up and fires according to the lighting conditions. Pressing the  
PHOTO button halfway down will detect the lighting condition. Even if it remains raised, the flash  
will not fire when there is sufficient light.  
Red-Eye Reduction  
The Red-Eye Reduction flash fires before the main flash fires and reduces the Red-Eye effect. Red-Eye Reduction flash  
mode is effective when the subjects are within range of the flash and looking toward the flash. A slight delay occurs after the  
PHOTO button is fully pressed, to allow the Red-Eye reduction to take effect. This flash mode is not recommended for fast-  
moving subjects or long-distance subjects.  
Fill-In Flash  
Forces the flash to fire despite the lighting condition. To get finer results, it is recommended to use Fill-In flash mode in  
backlight conditions and for shaded subjects under sufficient lighting conditions.  
Slow Sync  
The shutter speed is set to slow and the flash fires at the adjusted shutter speed. Use to capture both subject and  
background at night or in dim light. Use of a tripod is recommended to prevent a blurred picture. Slow Sync flash mode  
allows the user to take brighter background as well as brighter subject at night.  
Flash Cancel  
Forces the flash not to fire. Public places such as museums may prohibit flashlight use.  
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The flash does not function in CONTINUOUS SHOT, AEB or in the Camcorder modes.  
The battery power will be consumed faster with repeated use of the flash.  
To use the flash again, wait until the flash is fully charged (5 ~ 7 seconds).  
To close the flash after use, push the top lid of the flash downwards until it clicks.  
Do not apply excessive force when closing the flash; otherwise it might damage the moving parts.  
The effective flash range is 7 ~ 10 feet.  
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Available Flash Modes by Camera Mode  
Preset SCENE Mode  
A
Aperture  
S
S. Speed  
M
Manual  
X
EASYQ  
PROGRAM  
Priority  
Priority  
O
O
O
O
O
X
X
O
X
O
X
X
O
X
O
X
X
X
O
O
X
O
X
X
X
X
O
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
O
X
X
X
X
O
X
X
X
X
O
X
X
X
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O
X
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X
X
X
X
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X
O
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X
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X
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X
O
X
X
O
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O
X
O
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Setting the Focus Modes  
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Choose a focus mode to suit your subject and composition. Auto focusing, Continuous Auto focusing, Manual focusing, and  
Macro focusing modes are available.  
Focus will be automatically set near the center of the frame.  
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Focus is set when you push the PHOTO button halfway down. Focus is set on the subject located nearest the center of the  
frame. To provide sharper, clearer images, SPOT metering and MULTI metering modes are available. Refer to page 116 for  
further details on Metering Modes.  
Auto Focus Mode  
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Use this focus mode in most picture taking conditions to obtain the best results. Turning on your  
camera by setting the Power Switch to  
Auto Focus.  
(CAMERA) mode automatically sets the focus mode to  
Manual Focus Mode  
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Allows the user to adjust the focus manually.  
When Manual Focus mode is set, [MF] is displayed on the LCD monitor.  
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1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to  
2. Turn the Mode Dial to set (PROGRAM), A, S, M,  
For SCENE mode, it only works in NIGHT mode.  
(CAMERA) mode.  
(MOVIE) or SCENE (NIGHT) mode.  
3. Press the MF/AF button until [MF] is displayed to set the focus mode to Manual Focus.  
[MF] indicator is displayed with a focus bar.  
4. To adjust the focus, turn the Navigation wheel.  
Selected focus distance is displayed.  
5. Press the PHOTO button to take the photo.  
6. To return to Auto Focus Mode, press the MF/AF button until the [MF] indicator disappears.  
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Manual Focus is not available when the distance is less than 30cm (0.9 ft) in TELE mode.  
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Continuous Auto Focus Mode  
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Allows the user to focus rapidly, whereas the single auto focus gives a less rapid response but saves battery power.  
When Continuous Auto Focus mode is selected, [CAF] is displayed on the LCD monitor.  
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1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to  
(CAMERA) mode.  
2. Turn the Mode Dial to set  
(PROGRAM), A, S, M or SCENE mode.  
For SCENE mode, it only works in CHILDREN and CLOSE-UP modes.  
3. Press the MF/AF button until [CAF] is displayed to set the focus mode to Continuous Auto Focus.  
The [CAF] indicator is displayed.  
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4. Press the PHOTO button to take photo.  
5. To return to Auto Focus Mode, press the MF/AF button until the [CAF] indicator disappears.  
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EASYQ mode selects the AUTO FOCUS automatically.  
Be sure to confirm that the focus is set using the LCD monitor or the viewfinder when Manual Focusing is used.  
Continuous Auto Focus will consume more battery power.  
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Macro Mode  
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The Macro Focusing mode allows the user to take a close-up picture of a detailed subject.  
Your camera can focus on subjects as close as 4cm (about 1.57 inches).  
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The Macro mode works only in  
(CAMERA) modes.  
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1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to  
2. Press the RIGHT button.  
(CAMERA) mode.  
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The Macro mode indicator  
appears on the LCD monitor.  
3. Frame your subject and close-up by zooming in or out if required.  
4. Press the PHOTO button to take the close-up picture.  
5. To exit Macro mode, press the RIGHT button again.  
The Macro mode indicator  
disappears from the LCD monitor.  
Modes and Focusing Distances Supported  
Modes  
Distance  
Normal  
Macro (W: Wide, T: TELE)  
W: 4 ~ 80cm T: 30 ~ 80cm  
W: 1.6 ~ 31.5 inch T: 11.8 ~ 31.5 inch  
80cm ~ Infinity  
31.5 inch ~ Infinity  
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Be careful not to cast a shadow over your subject when recording in Macro Mode.  
When you cannot get proper focus on the subject, zoom in or out to obtain clear focus.  
The LCD monitor displays your framing more precisely.  
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The Camera : Advanced Techniques  
Setting the Exposure  
Exposure, shutter speed and ISO sensitivity affects picture brightness and overall picture quality. Longer exposure, slower  
shutter speed and higher ISO sensitivity brighten the picture. Adjustment of these settings is available when you are using  
(PROGRAM), A, S, and M camera modes. You can adjust the overall image brightness by adjusting the Exposure, Shutter  
Speed and ISO settings.  
Overall brightness of a captured image may appear too dark if large parts of the framed scene are very bright or the  
background is much brighter than the main subject. Overall brightness of captured image may appear too bright if large parts  
of the framed scene are dim or the background is much darker than the main subject. Exposure compensation can be  
achieved by adjusting the Exposure, Shutter Speed, or ISO settings.  
Turn on your camera by setting the Power Switch to  
(CAMERA) mode.  
(PROGRAM), A, S, and M modes  
Exposure Compensation  
Shutter Speed Adjustment  
Aperture Adjustment  
S and M modes  
A and M modes  
ISO Sensitivity Setting  
(PROGRAM), A, S, and M modes  
Locking the Auto Exposure: AE LOCK  
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You can lock the exposure setting for situations where you want to darken a high contrast subject  
and background. AE LOCK works only in (PROGRAM) and SCENE modes.  
1. Frame your subject using the LCD monitor, then press the AE LOCK (DOWN) button.  
2. Re-frame your subject if so desired.  
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3. Press the PHOTO button halfway down to enable the AE LOCK obtaining clear focus on the subject.  
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You may set the focus on a different subject.  
4. Press the PHOTO button firmly to take a picture.  
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After taking a photo, the AE LOCK is automatically released.  
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Setting the Auto Exposure Metering Options: SPOT AE or MULTI AE  
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MULTI and SPOT AE modes work only in  
(CAMERA) mode.  
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Use this function to adjust the exposure of the subject to obtain better results.  
MULTI AE meters the lighting condition of the overall image by metering the exposure on multiple points.  
SPOT AE meters the lighting condition of a narrower area in order to have precise exposure control over a specific subject.  
The METERING menu allows you to select between SPOT AE and MULTI AE for automatic exposure metering control.  
1. Turn on your camera by setting the Power Switch to  
(CAMERA) mode.  
2. Turn the Mode Dial to set to  
(PROGRAM), A, S, or M mode.  
3. Press the MENU button.  
The top menu including  
(METERING) is displayed.  
4. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select  
(METERING), then press the DOWN button.  
MULTI and SPOT options available are listed.  
5. Select an option by pressing the DOWN or UP button.  
6. Press the OK or MENU button to exit the menu screen.  
The selected option is applied and corresponding indicator appears on the LCD monitor.  
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SCENE Modes – Preset Auto Exposure Modes  
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Preset SCENE modes are provided to assist the user in taking pictures under various lighting conditions.  
The SCENE modes direct the camera to automatically adjust the aperture, shutter speed and white balance according to the  
lighting conditions and preset settings.  
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The available SCENE modes are:  
NIGHT  
PORTRAIT  
CHILDREN  
CLOSE — UP  
DAWN  
LANDSCAPE  
SUNSET  
BACKLIGHT  
BEACH&SNOW  
SET  
SCENE  
FIREWORKS  
SCENE  
NIGHT  
PORTRAIT  
CHILDREN  
LANDSCAPE  
CLOSE-UP  
1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to  
2. Turn the Mode Dial to set to SCENE mode.  
(CAMERA) mode.  
The SCENE mode indicator appears on the LCD monitor.  
3. Press the MENU button.  
The top menu including  
(SCENE) is displayed.  
4. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select  
The available options are displayed.  
(SCENE), then press the DOWN button.  
5. Select an option by pressing the DOWN or UP button, then press the OK or MENU button.  
The selected option is applied and corresponding indicator appears on the LCD monitor.  
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In the (NIGHT) SCENE mode, pressing the Navigation Wheel shows LT (Long Time) settings menu. You can adjust Shutter  
Speed and Aperture Value for still images using LEFT or RIGHT button.  
Shutter Speed Range: AUTO, 1/2,000 ~ 15S  
Aperture Range: AUTO, F2.8 ~ F11 (depending on zoom position)  
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Manual Exposure Compensation  
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If the image in the LCD monitor is too bright, choose a negative value for exposure compensation.  
If the image in the LCD monitor is too dark, choose a positive value for exposure compensation.  
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The Manual Exposure compensation function works in  
modes.  
(PROGRAM), A, S or M Camera  
1. Press the Navigation Wheel once.  
2. Press the DOWN or UP button to select  
indicator.  
The Exposure Control Bar appears on the LCD monitor.  
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3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to adjust the Exposure Compensation.  
Positive compensation brightens the picture, while negative compensation darkens the picture.  
4. When you are satisfied, press the Navigation Wheel again.  
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-1  
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+1  
+2  
The  
indicator remains on LCD while the Exposure Control Bar disappears.  
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Setting the Aperture  
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By controlling the aperture, the user may adjust the overall picture brightness.  
Large apertures require more lighting and soften the background details.  
Smaller apertures will increase the depth of field, bringing the main subject and the background  
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into focus.  
Set the Mode Dial to A or M.  
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1. Press the Navigation Wheel (Quick Menu) once.  
2. Press the DOWN or UP button to select Aperture Setting (f-number).  
The current Aperture Setting (f-number) is highlighted in Green.  
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3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to set the desired aperture value.  
The available Aperture Range: f2.8 ~ f11.0  
4. When you are satisfied, press the Navigation Wheel again.  
The selected aperture setting is displayed on the LCD monitor and exits the setup screen.  
Notes  
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A (Aperture) and M (Manual) modes allow the user to make aperture adjustments.  
Maximum and minimum values of the aperture range depend on the lens.  
The possible setting range for the aperture varies with zooming.  
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Setting the Shutter Speed  
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By controlling the shutter speed and aperture, you may adjust the overall brightness of the picture.  
Slower shutter speeds require more lighting. Faster shutter speeds require less lighting.  
For fast moving subjects, a slow shutter setting will produce a motion blurring effect.  
Set the Mode Dial to S or M.  
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1. Press the Navigation Wheel (Quick Menu) once.  
2. Press the UP or DOWN button to select Shutter Speed Setting.  
The current Shutter Speed value is highlighted in Green.  
3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to set the desired shutter speed.  
Available Shutter Speed Range: 1/2000 ~ 15.0 seconds  
4. When you are satisfied, press the Navigation Wheel again to exit the setup screen.  
Note  
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Using a tripod for slow shutter settings is recommended.  
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Setting the White Balance  
Setting the Preset White Balance  
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Digital Cameras capture an image using a CCD (Charge Coupled Device) that takes in lighting  
information and detects the color.  
The color balance may vary depending on the lighting conditions; white balance is used to  
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preserve natural colors under different lighting conditions.  
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You can set the white balance in  
(MOVIE),  
(PROGRAM), A, S, and M modes.  
1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to  
2. Press the Navigation Wheel once.  
(CAMERA) mode.  
The AWB indicator appears on the LCD monitor.  
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to select White Balance (AWB).  
The White Balance control bar appears while the current setting is highlighted in Blue.  
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AWB  
Manual  
Glow  
Lamp  
Halogen  
Fluorescent  
Cloudy  
Sunny  
AUTO  
4. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the desired White Balance setting.  
The selected option is highlighted in Blue.  
5. Press the Navigation Wheel again to apply your selection and exit the setting screen.  
The selected option s indicator appears on the LCD monitor.  
Notes  
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Setting the White Balance may produce different color balances.  
AWB (Auto White Balance) mode helps to have natural colors under most cases.  
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White Balance setting is memorized in current  
(CAMERA) mode.  
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Using EASYQ mode cancels the White Balance setting. To recover your White Balance setting, exit the EASYQ mode.  
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Setting the Manual White Balance  
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You can set the white balance in  
(MOVIE),  
(PROGRAM), A, S, and M modes.  
1. Set the White Balance Mode to  
(MANUAL), following steps 1 ~ 4 on the previous page.  
2. Frame your camera on a white area (such as a wall), filling the LCD monitor (or viewfinder) with  
white.  
3. Press the OK button to set the White Balance.  
4. The new White Balance setting will be applied to future picture taking.  
Notes  
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Using a Bright Gray color area instead of White help brighten the white balance.  
Using colored areas instead of White will emphasize the complementary color.  
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White Balance setting is memorized in current  
(CAMERA) mode.  
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Using EASYQ mode cancels the White Balance setting. To recover your White Balance setting, exit the EASYQ mode.  
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Setting the ISO Sensitivity  
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Sensitivity is a measure of how rapidly the camera reacts to a light source. The higher the sensitivity, the brighter the picture  
is under the same exposure condition.  
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Allowing the flash to fire will help brighten the picture. However, if other settings disable the flash use, set the ISO sensitivity  
to a higher level.  
Set the Mode Dial to  
(PROGRAM), A, S or M.  
1. Press the Navigation Wheel once.  
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The ISO indicator appears on the LCD monitor.  
2. Press the UP or DOWN button to select ISO Setting.  
The adjustable ISO control bar appears on the LCD monitor.  
3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to set the desired ISO mode.  
The available options are:  
Automatically sets the ISO to compensate for various lighting conditions  
(up to 400)  
AUTO  
This mode is recommended for bright lighting conditions.  
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This mode is recommended for most situations except when lighting is  
poor or when higher shutter speeds are required.  
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200  
400  
The image may be grainy when set to this mode or higher.  
The image may be grainy.  
Sharpening may raise the noise level.  
4. When you are satisfied, press the Navigation Wheel again.  
The selected ISO Sensitivity level is displayed on the LCD monitor.  
Notes  
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Higher ISO sensitivity might produce grainy (noisy) effect on the picture.  
AUTO ISO mode will allow the user to take quality pictures in most lighting conditions.  
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Using Digital Special Effects  
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The DSE (Digital Special Effects) function works only in Camera modes.  
Digital Special Effects allow the user to create professional looking effects on their pictures.  
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1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to  
2. Press the MENU button.  
(CAMERA) mode.  
The top menu including  
(EFFECT) is displayed.  
3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select  
The available options are listed.  
(EFFECT), then press the DOWN button.  
NORMAL  
B&W  
No Special Effect is applied  
Changes the image to Black and White  
Changes the image to Brown Tones similar to old photos  
Inverts the Color  
SEPIA  
NEGATIVE  
4. Select an option by pressing the DOWN or UP button.  
The selected option is applied.  
5. Press the OK or MENU button to apply your selection and exit the MENU screen.  
Note  
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It takes a few seconds to apply the special effects.  
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Taking Multiple Images Using Auto Exposure Bracketing  
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From time to time, determining the best exposure setting for a picture may be difficult and you  
may not have time to check the results and try again. Auto Exposure Bracketing allows the user to  
vary exposure compensation settings automatically over a series of photos, bracketing a selected  
exposure compensation setting.  
Auto Exposure Bracketing works in  
Auto Exposure Bracketing takes 3 continuous shots with the following exposure compensations:  
-5EV (negative), 0EV (standard), +5EV (positive)  
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(PROGRAM) mode.  
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1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to  
2. Press the MENU button.  
(CAMERA) mode.  
The top menu including  
(SHOOTING) is displayed.  
3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the  
The available options are listed.  
(SHOOTING), then press the DOWN button.  
4. Select AEB by pressing the UP or DOWN button, then press the OK button.  
The selected option is applied.  
5. Frame your subject and press the PHOTO button to start bracketing.  
3 continuous pictures using exposure bracketing are taken.  
Notes  
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The Built-In Flash is disabled for Auto Exposure Bracketing and Continuous Shots.  
The Digital Zoom is not available for Auto Exposure Bracketing and Continuous Shots.  
If there is not enough free space to save the 3 pictures, the Auto Exposure Bracketing will not work.  
Using a tripod is recommended for Auto Exposure Bracketing to prevent blurred images.  
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AE Lock and Auto Exposure Bracketing cannot be used at the same time in M (Manual) mode.  
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TakingMultiple ImagesusingContinuous Shot  
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Continuous Shot allows the user to take consecutive pictures of a moving object.  
Continuous recording will occur while the PHOTO button is being pressed.  
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Records pictures continuously up to the storage capacity.  
1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to  
2. Press the MENU button.  
(CAMERA) mode.  
The top menu including  
(SHOOTING) is displayed.  
3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select  
The available options are listed.  
(SHOOTING), then press the DOWN button.  
4. Select CONTINUOUS by pressing the DOWN or UP button, then press the OK button.  
The selected option is applied.  
5. Frame your subject and press the PHOTO button to start picture taking.  
Notes  
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The Built-In Flash is disabled for Auto Exposure Bracketing and Continuous Shot.  
The Digital Zoom is not available for Auto Exposure Bracketing and Continuous Shot.  
If there is not enough free space to save 3 pictures, Continuous Shot will not work.  
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SettingtheSharpness  
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This option allows the user to obtain sharper images by processing the picture after it is shot.  
1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to  
2. Press the MENU button.  
(CAMERA) mode.  
The top menu including  
(SHARPNESS) is displayed.  
3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select  
The available options are listed.  
(SHARPNESS), then press the DOWN button.  
SOFT  
Smoothes the edges  
NORMAL  
VIVID  
No Sharpening is applied  
Enhances to sharpen the edges  
4. Select an option by pressing the DOWN or UP button.  
5. Press the OK or MENU button to apply your selection and exit the menu screen.  
The sharpness indicator for the selected option is displayed on the LCD monitor.  
Note  
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Enhancing Sharpness while using the high ISO Sensitivity setting may result in grainy images.  
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UsingtheDigital Zoom
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A 3x optical zoom and 12x digital zoom are available. The Zoom indicator shows the current zooming status. A divider  
indicates the border between optical and digital zooming. The digital zoom digitally processes data from the CCD (Charge  
Coupled Device, Image Sensor) to enlarge the center portion of the image to fill the frame and may produce a less detailed  
and slightly grainy picture.  
Zooming In  
Push the Zoom Lever toward the TELE side, to zoom in until the zooming indicator crosses the line to  
the TELE side. After reaching the maximum optical zoom level, pushing the Zoom Lever downward even  
further automatically turns on the Digital Zoom.  
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Push the Zoom Lever toward the WIDE side, to zoom out until the zooming indicator crosses the line to  
the WIDE side. After reaching the minimum digital zoom level, pushing the Zoom Lever even further  
automatically turns off the Digital Zoom and returns to the Optical Zoom.  
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Digital Zooming may produce grainy (noisy) pictures.  
Saving pictures which use the Digital Zoom may take more time.  
The Digital Zoom is not available for Motion Clips or NIGHT scene mode.  
Do not obstruct the lens movement while zooming.  
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RotatingaStored Picture  
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This function works only in the Camera  
(PLAY) mode.  
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This function works only for still images recorded onto the memory card.  
You can rotate a stored picture while viewing it.  
1. Turn on your camera by setting the Power Switch to  
2. Set the Mode Dial to (PLAY) mode.  
A stored picture is displayed on the LCD monitor.  
(CAMERA) mode.  
EXIT:OK MOVE:  
3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to locate the picture you wish to rotate.  
4. Press the MENU button.  
The top menu including  
(ROTATE) is displayed.  
5. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select  
(ROTATE), then press the DOWN button.  
The available options are listed: RIGHT(90¡), LEFT(90¡), and UPDOWN(180¡).  
6. Select an option by pressing the DOWN or UP button, then press the OK button.  
The selected option is applied and automatically exits from the menu screen.  
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RIGHT(90¡) rotates the image in a clockwise direction.  
LEFT(90¡) rotates the image in a counterclockwise direction.  
Rotated image display will have blank margins on the sides.  
Rotating the picture for display does not affect the stored image quality. Actual pictures are not rotated to protect the image  
quality.  
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Resizing a Stored Picture  
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This function works only in the Camera  
(PLAY) mode.  
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This function works only for still images recorded onto the memory card.  
Only downsizing is available. Enlarging low resolution pictures into higher resolutions is not available.  
Choose this option to scale down your stored pictures.  
This function utilizes JPEG technology.  
1. Turn on your camera by setting the Power Switch to  
2. Set the Mode Dial to (PLAY) mode.  
A stored picture is displayed on the LCD monitor.  
(CAMERA) mode.  
3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to locate the picture you wish to resize.  
4. Press the MENU button.  
The top menu including  
(RESIZE) is displayed.  
5. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select  
Available image resolutions are listed.  
(RESIZE), then press the DOWN button.  
6. Select an option by pressing the DOWN or UP button, then press the OK button.  
The selected option is applied and automatically exits from the menu screen.  
Select START IMAGE if you want to save the image as START IMAGE 3.  
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You can select and resize a still image to appear as your new start-up image.  
Resizing for the START IMAGE size saves a new picture to the camcorder’s internal memory, not to the memory card.  
Only JPEG file types can be resized. TIFF and motion clips cannot be resized.  
Only downsizing is supported. Enlarging a picture is not supported.  
Resizing does not delete the original picture. An additional resized picture is saved on the memory card.  
If there is no space for the additional resized picture, it is not saved and the message CARD FULL! appears.  
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Customizing Your Camera – MySET Menu  
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MySET menu works only in  
(CAMERA) Modes.  
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Customize your camera to memorize frequently accessed settings for easier use. MySET allows the user to recall  
memorized settings to ready the camera in seconds.  
Memorizing Your Current Settings  
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You can save up to 3 different settings using MYSET1, MYSET2 and MYSET3.  
MOVE:  
SET:OK  
1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to  
2. Set the Mode Dial to desired camera mode.  
(CAMERA) mode.  
The available modes are  
(PROGRAM), A, S and M modes.  
3. Set all the options to be memorized such as exposure, white balance, image resolution and other  
picture taking conditions.  
4. Press the MENU button.  
The top menu including  
(SAVE) is displayed.  
5. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select  
The submenu entitled SAVE is displayed.  
(SAVE).  
6. Press the DOWN or UP button to select MYSET1, MYSET2 or MYSET3.  
The current settings are saved in the selected MYSET memory.  
7. Press the OK button to save and exit the menu screen.  
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The settings which can be saved are:  
Macro, Self-Timer, Flash, Focus (Manual), Exposure Compensation, White Balance, ISO Sensitivity settings, Picture Size,  
Picture Quality, Metering, Digital Special Effect, Sharpness, Continuous Shot, Scene, Setup Menu and other settings.  
The Flash mode and Continuous Shot settings cannot be saved at the same time.  
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The saved F. No may change when you adjust the zoom lever to zoom in or out.  
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Loading Your Customized Settings  
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After saving your MySET configurations as instructed in the previous page, follow these steps to recall your MySET  
configuration at a later time:  
1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to  
2. Set the Mode Dial to MySET.  
(CAMERA) mode.  
3. Press the MENU button.  
The top menu including  
(MySET) is displayed and LOAD menu is displayed.  
4. Press the DOWN or UP button to select MYSET1, MYSET2 or MYSET3.  
The memorized settings are recalled.  
5. Press the OK or MENU button to save and exit the menu screen.  
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Customizing Your Camera – Changing the Start-Up Image  
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This function works in  
(CAMERA) mode.  
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This function changes the starting image that is displayed when the camera is turned on.  
You can select and resize a still image to appear as your new start-up image.  
1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to  
(CAMERA) mode.  
2. Set the Mode Dial to any one of the camera modes, then press the MENU button.  
The top menu including the (MYCAM) is displayed.  
3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select  
(MYCAM), then press the DOWN button.  
4. Press the DOWN or UP button to select START IMAGE 3.  
5. Press the OK button to save and exit the menu screen.  
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START IMAGE 1 and START IMAGE 2 are Samsung logo images and cannot be changed.  
START IMAGE 3 should be saved in START IMAGE size.  
Formatting or deleting the still picture on the memory card does not affect the start-up images. Start-up images are saved in  
the built-in internal memory of the Camera.  
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Zooming & Trimming Recorded Pictures (Playback ZOOM) While Viewing  
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This function allows the user to have a more detailed view of the picture using the LCD monitor.  
Enlarge a portion of the picture to see more detail and move the zoom tool around the picture.  
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Zooming the Picture  
1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to  
(CAMERA) mode.  
2. Set the Mode Dial to  
(PLAY) mode.  
The last picture taken is displayed.  
3. Select a picture by pressing the LEFT or RIGHT button.  
The selected picture is displayed.  
4. Pull the Zoom Lever to TELE side to enter the zoom mode, then use the Zoom Lever to zoom in or zoom out.  
A small window appears in the bottom left of the LCD monitor showing the current portion of the full picture.  
5. Press the LEFT, RIGHT, DOWN, or UP button to move around the picture.  
6. To exit Playback Zoom, push the zoom lever toward the W(WIDE) end until the picture returns to normal size.  
The small window disappears and returns to normal viewing mode.  
Trimming the Picture  
1. Pull the Zoom Lever to TELE side to enter the zoom mode, then use the Zoom Lever to zoom in  
or zoom out.  
Press the LEFT, RIGHT, DOWN, or UP button to move around the picture.  
2. Zoom in to any portion of a stored image following the instructions above.  
3. Press the OK button.  
TRIMMING?  
TRIM:OK  
CANCEL:  
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The message TRIMMING? appears on the LCD monitor.  
4. Press the OK button to confirm the trim, or press the LEFT button to cancel.  
OK: Precedes with the trimming and saves the trimmed picture as a new file.  
LEFT: Cancels the trimming and returns to PLAY mode.  
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Trimming an image produces a new trimmed image which it saves on the memory card. If no space is available to store the  
new trimmed image, it automatically cancels.  
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ProtectingStored Pictures  
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Selecting PROTECT from the MENU saves valuable images from accidental deletion.  
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You can set or cancel the protection on your pictures in  
(PLAY) mode.  
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You may set a picture to LOCK to protect it, or UNLOCK to cancel the protection.  
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Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to  
(PLAY) mode.  
(CAMERA) mode.  
2. Set the Mode Dial to  
EXIT:OK MOVE:  
A stored picture is displayed on the LCD Monitor.  
3. Press the MENU button.  
The top menu including  
(PROTECT) is displayed.  
4. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select  
(PROTECT), then press the DOWN button.  
The ONE PIC , SELECT and ALL PICs submenu appears.  
5. Select an option by pressing the DOWN or UP button, then press the MENU button.  
ONE PIC — SELECT —ALL PICs  
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To Protect Current Picture  
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Select ONE PIC  
1. Press the DOWN or UP button to select ONE PIC , then press the OK button.  
The available options are displayed: LOCK or UNLOCK .  
2. Press the DOWN or UP button to LOCK or UNLOCK the picture, then press OK button to set  
your choice.  
CANCEL:  
SET:OK  
The  
protection indicator appears for locked (protected) images, or  
indicator  
disappears when it is unlocked.  
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To Select Pictures to be Protected  
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Select SELECT .  
1. Press the DOWN or UP button to select SELECT , then press the OK button.  
The multiple pictures screen appears.  
2. To move the cursor, use the LEFT, RIGHT, DOWN or UP buttons then press the MENU button to  
lock the selected picture.  
SELECT:MENU SET:OK  
The  
indicator appears on the picture.  
3. To cancel the protection and unlock the picture, press the MENU button again on a selected  
picture.  
MOVE: SET:OK  
The  
indicator disappears  
4. When you are done, press the OK button to exit the multiple pictures screen.  
It will return to the one picture screen.  
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To Protect All Images  
1. Press the DOWN or UP button to select ALL PICs , then press the OK button.  
The available LOCK and UNLOCK options are displayed.  
2. Select an option by pressing the DOWN or UP button, then press the OK button.  
Your selection is applied. When all pictures are locked, the  
picture.  
indicator is displayed on each  
CANCEL:  
SET:OK  
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Protected pictures will show the  
If the write protection tab on the memory card is set to LOCK, you cannot set image protection.  
mark when they are displayed.  
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Printing Your Pictures – Using the PictBridge  
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By connecting the camera to printers with PictBridge support (sold separately), you can send images from the memory card  
directly to the printer with a few simple operations using the camera buttons.  
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With the PictBridge Support, you can control the printer directly through your camera in order to print out stored pictures. For  
direct printing of your stored pictures using the PictBridge function, you must connect your camera to a PictBridge printer using a  
USB cable.  
To print out images stored in the memory card using PictBridge support, follow the steps:  
Connect your camera to a PictBridge supporting printer and then select images to print.  
Customize print options as described in page 139 if desired and then print your selected images (refer to page 141).  
Connecting To a Printer  
1. Turn your printer power off. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to  
(CAMERA) mode.  
2. Set the Mode DIAL to  
(PLAY) mode, then press the MENU button.  
(SETUP) is displayed.  
The top menu including  
3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select  
(SETUP) then press the DOWN button.  
The submenu including USB is displayed.  
4. Press the DOWN or UP button to select USB, then press the RIGHT button.  
The available options are listed: COMPUTER and PRINTER .  
5. Select PRINTER , then press the OK button.  
6. Press the MENU button to exit the settings screen.  
7. Connect your camera to the printer using the provided USB cable.  
8. Turn your printer power on.  
The PictBridge connection screen appears. The messages PLEASE WAIT and USB I/F  
PRINTER (or USB I/F COMPUTER ) appear shortly, then the PictBridge menu screen appears.  
Notes  
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If the USB option is set to COMPUTER , USB I/F COMPUTER will be displayed on the LCD or  
Viewfinder with a PLEASE WAIT message.  
If the USB option is set to PRINTER , USB I/F PRINTER will be displayed with a PLEASE WAIT  
message on the LCD or Viewfinder.  
The PictBridgeTM is a registered trademark of CIPA(Camera & Imaging Products Association), an image transfer standard  
developed by Canon, Fuji, HP, Olympus, Seiko Epson, and Sony.  
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Selecting Images  
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To select images, select SELECT menu.  
1. In the PictBridge settings menu, press the DOWN button to select SELECT .  
2. Press the RIGHT button.  
The available options are listed: ONE PIC and ALL PICs.  
3. Select an option using the DOWN or UP button, then press the OK button.  
If ONE PIC is selected, number of prints setting menu is displayed on top of the current image.  
To change the number of prints, press the UP or DOWN button. To find another picture, press  
the LEFT or RIGHT button.  
If ALL PICs is selected, number of prints setting menu is displayed on the multiple picture  
screen. To change the number of prints, press the UP or DOWN button.  
4. Press the OK button to confirm the number of prints and exit the multiple pictures screen.  
It will return to the PictBridge settings screen.  
Notes  
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The actual setup menu screen may differ from above instructions depending on the PictBridge printer s manufacturer. Refer  
to the printer s documentation for further details.  
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Unsupported menu items are displayed on the LCD monitor as deactivated.  
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Customizing Print Options  
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To customize your print options such as PAPER SIZE, LAYOUT, PAPER TYPE, PRINT QUALITY,  
DATE PRINT, and FILE NAME imprint options, select the PRINTER SETUP menu.  
1. In the PictBridge settings menu, press the DOWN button to select PRINTER SETUP .  
The available options are listed: DEFAULT and CUSTOMIZE.  
To change options, select CUSTOMIZE. To reset your settings back to default, select DEFAULT.  
2. Press the RIGHT button and select CUSTOMIZE by using DOWN button or UP button, then press  
the OK button.  
CUSTOMIZE menu is displayed.  
3. In the CUSTOMIZE menu, you can set following options:  
PAPER SIZE  
LAYOUT  
PAPER TYPE  
PRINT QUALITY  
DATE PRINT  
FILE NAME  
POSTCARD, 4X6, 8X10, A6, A4 You can select a paper size that is available from the printer.  
FULL, INDEX, 1, 2, 4, 6, 8  
The option has borders around. Others will not.  
PLAIN, PHOTO, FASTPHOTO Set the type according to the paper type you are using.  
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DRAFT, NORMAL, FINE  
OFF, ON  
Finer setting will take more time to print.  
Date and Time imprint option.  
Filename imprint option.  
OFF, ON  
4. After setting options, press the MENU button to exit the CUSTOMIZE menu screen.  
It will return to the PictBridge settings screen.  
Notes  
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The INDEX option of LAYOUT will print thumbnail images of all the selected pictures.  
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Unsupported menu items are displayed on the LCD monitor as deactivated.  
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INDEX printing over many files (exceeding 10) using PictBridge may take long period of time. For faster INDEX printing, use  
the DPOF INDEX printing (refer to page 143) or thumbnail printing on a PC.  
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Printing Images  
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After selecting images and the PRINTER SETUP settings, print your pictures by choosing the  
PRINT menu.  
1. In the PictBridge settings menu, press the DOWN button to select PRINT .  
The available options are listed: STANDARD and INDEX.  
2. Press the RIGHT button.  
3. Select an option using the DOWN or UP button, then press the OK button.  
If STANDARD is selected, standard image printing will start.  
If INDEX is selected, index printing on all the selected images will start.  
4. Progress Bar will be displayed.  
5. To cancel the printing, press the MENU button.  
If there is no selected image, NO IMAGE message will be displayed. In that case, to go back  
to the PictBridge main menu page, press the OK button.  
6. After successfully printing pictures, the PictBridge settings menu will be displayed.  
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If there is no selected image to print, the NO IMAGE message appears on the LCD monitor.  
If there is an error in the image, the FILE ERROR message appears on the LCD monitor.  
If an unrecoverable error occurred during printing, ERROR is displayed. Press the MENU button  
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to return to the PictBridge main menu.  
If a recoverable error occurs during printing, a WARNING message will be displayed with the  
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RESUME and CANCEL options. Press the OK button to select RESUME, then printing continues.  
Press the LEFT button to select CANCEL, which stops the printing.  
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Printing Images Using DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) Settings  
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DPOF PRINT requires at least one DPOF marked image on the memory card.  
1. Set the DPOF settings as described in page 142.  
2. Connect your camera and the printer as described in page 137.  
The PictBridge settings menu is displayed.  
3. Press the DOWN button to select DPOF PRINT , then press the RIGHT button.  
The available options are listed: YES and NO.  
4. Select YES by pressing the DOWN or UP button, then press the OK button to start printing.  
DPOF printing starts to print images and the progress bar is displayed.  
5. To cancel the printing, press the MENU button.  
Resetting PictBridge Settings  
1. Press the DOWN button to select RESET , then press the RIGHT button.  
The available options of YES and NO are displayed.  
2. Select an option by pressing the UP or DOWN button, then press the OK button.  
If YES is selected, changes made by the user are reset to the default settings.  
Notes  
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If no image is marked for DPOF, DPOF PRINT in PictBridge settings menu cannot be selected.  
PictBridge supporting printers are commercially available.  
Use the USB cable provided with the Camera.  
Use the AC power adapter for your camera during PictBridge Direct Printing. Turning your camera off during the printing  
might damage data on the memory card.  
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Printing still images is supported. Motion clips are not available for printing.  
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PrintingYourPictures–Usingthe DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)  
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Mark your images with DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) marking to utilize automatic printing.  
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DPOF menu only works in  
(CAMERA) s  
PLAY mode.  
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You can mark your images with DPOF in 3 ways: STANDARD, INDEX and PRINT SIZE.  
Before you begin!  
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Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to  
(CAMERA) mode.  
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Set the Mode Dial to  
PLAY mode.  
Standard DPOF Setup  
1. Press the MENU button, then select  
(DPOF) by using the LEFT and RIGHT button.  
Submenu including STANDARD is displayed.  
2. Press the DOWN or UP button to select STANDARD , then press the RIGHT button.  
The available options of SELECT and ALL PICs are displayed.  
3. Select an option by pressing the DOWN or UP button, then press the OK button.  
4. If SELECT is selected, multiple pictures screen is displayed and the current selection is  
highlighted with a yellow outline. To set the DPOF print selection, press the MENU button. To  
change the number of copies, use the Zoom Lever to set the quantity.  
Print mark and selected number of copies are displayed. To cancel the selection, press the  
MENU button again while it is hghlighted in a yellow outline. To exit the selection screen, press  
the OK button.  
5. Press the OK button to set your choice and and exit the multiple pictures screen.  
If ALL PICs is selected, number of prints setting menu is displayed. Press the UP or DOWN  
button to set the number of prints. To exit the multiple pictures screen, press the OK button.  
To cancel your selection made, select CANCEL from the DPOF menu, then press the RIGHT  
button.  
The available options of STANDARD , INDEX , and PRINT SIZE are available. Select  
STANDARD , then press the OK button to cancel your selection.  
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Index DPOF Setup  
1. Press the MENU button, then select  
(DPOF) by using the LEFT and RIGHT button.  
Submenu including INDEX is displayed.  
2. Press the DOWN or UP button to select INDEX , then press the RIGHT button.  
The available options of NO and YES are displayed.  
3. Select an option by pressing the DOWN or UP button, then press the OK button.  
If YES is selected, all the images stored in the memory card will be marked for thumbnail  
printing.  
4. To cancel your selection made, select CANCEL from the DPOF menu.  
The available options of STANDARD , INDEX , and PRINT SIZE are available. Select  
INDEX , then press the OK button to cancel your selection.  
Print Size DPOF Setup  
1. Press the MENU button, then select  
(DPOF) by using the LEFT and RIGHT button.  
Submenu including PRINT SIZE is displayed.  
2. Press the DOWN or UP button to select PRINT SIZE , then press the RIGHT button.  
The available options of SELECT and ALL PICs are displayed.  
3. Select an option by pressing the DOWN or UP button, then press the OK button.  
4. If SELECT is selected, multiple pictures screen is displayed and the current selection is  
highlighted with a yellow outline. To set the DPOF print selection, press the MENU button. To  
change the size, use the Zoom Lever.  
Print mark and selected print size are displayed. To cancel the selection, press the MENU  
button again while it is highlighted in a yellow outline.  
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5. Press the OK button to set your choice and exit the multiple pictures screen  
If ALL PICs is selected, print size setting menu is displayed. Press the UP or DOWN button  
to set the print size. To exit the multiple pictures screen, press the OK button.  
To cancel your selection made, select CANCEL from the DPOF menu, then press the RIGHT  
button.  
The available options of STANDARD , INDEX , and PRINT SIZE are available. Select  
PRINT SIZE , then press the OK button to cancel your selection.  
Printing DPOF Marked Images  
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You can print out DPOF marked images using PictBridge menu if the printer supports PictBridge (refer to page 141).  
You can print out DPOF marked images by inserting your memory card directly to a DPOF supporting printer that has  
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memory card interface. Or, you can connect your camera using USB cable to a printer that supports DPOF printing. Refer to  
printer s documentation for further details.  
Notes  
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DPOF supporting printers are commercially available.  
Use the USB cable provided with the camera.  
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Connectingto Other Devices – TV and VCR  
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You can connect your device to a TV set directly or through a VCR to view your recordings and pictures on the TV screen,  
using the Multi-AV cable.  
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You can connect your device to a PC to copy or move your recordings and pictures to the hard disk drive, using the USB  
cable or the DV cable.  
You can connect your device to other DV-enabled devices using the DV cable.  
Connecting Directly to a TV Set  
To Connect to a TV set  
1. Connect the Multi-AV cable to your camcorder s multi-AV jack.  
2. Connect the Multi-AV cable to the external input terminal of your TV set by  
matching the colors of the terminals.  
Audio input  
(left)-White  
Video input-  
Audio input  
(right)-Red  
Yellow  
TV  
Camcorder  
To Play Back Recorded Video  
S-VIDEO input  
1. Turn your TV on and select the external input source connected to your  
camcorder.  
2. Locate the desired position on the tape using the  
(REW) or  
(FF) button.  
3. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button of the camcorder to start playback.  
MULTI-AV  
4. To stop the playback, press the  
STOP) button.  
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Notes  
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Some TV sets have LINE-IN input terminals instead of External Input terminals. Refer to the manufacturer s instructions for  
detailed information on connecting external devices.  
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If a TV set has an S-VIDEO input terminal, you may use S-VIDEO for better quality.  
If you use an S-VIDEO cable, you will need to connect an audio cable.  
If only a mono audio input is available on the TV set, use the audio cable with the white plug.  
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Connecting to a TV Set Through a VCR  
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If there are no input terminals for external devices on your TV set and a VCR is connected to your TV set using a coaxial  
cable, you can utilize the VCR to connect your camcorder to the TV set.  
To Connect to a VCR that is Connected to Your TV Set  
1. Connect the Multi-AV cable to your camcorder s multi-AV jack.  
2. Connect the Multi-AV cable to the External Inputs (LINE-IN) on the VCR by  
matching the colors of the terminals.  
Video input (Y)  
Audio input(L)  
VCR  
Audio input(R)  
CAMCORDER  
S-VIDEO  
input  
3. Connect the TV and VCR using the coaxial cable. Refer to the Video or  
TV s instruction book for further connection details.  
4. Set the input source of the VCR to the external input source connected to  
your camcorder.  
TV  
MULTI-AV  
ANTENNA  
To Play Back Recorded Video  
1. Turn your TV on and select the external input source that is connected to the VCR. Set the TV channel to view the VCR. 3 or  
4 is most often used.  
2. Locate the desired position on the tape using the  
(REW) or  
(FF) button.  
3. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button of the camcorder to start playback.  
4. To stop the playback, press the  
(STOP) button.  
Notes  
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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 plug.  
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Viewing OSD on the TV screen  
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You can set the OSD (On-Screen Display) menu so it does not display on the TV.  
In the camcorder’s VIEWER menu, you can turn the TV DISPLAY on or off.  
Turning the TV DISPLAY off does not affect the video transfer to the TV.  
PLAY MODE  
STOP  
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VIEWER SET  
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LCD ADJUST  
DATE/TIME  
DATE&TIME  
TV DISPLAY  
1. Turn on your camcorder by setting the Power Switch to PLAY.  
2. Press the MENU button.  
The top menu including VIEWER is displayed.  
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to select VIEWER , then press the OK button.  
The submenu including TV DISPLAY is displayed.  
4. Press the UP or DOWN button to select TV DISPLAY , then press the OK button.  
Each press of the OK button toggles between ON and OFF.  
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Copying Your Recording to a VCR Tape & DVD Recorder  
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You can copy your recordings to a regular blank video tape or DVD.  
Insert a blank cassette in your VCR or a blank DVD in your DVD Recorder to copy your camcorder recordings.  
Insert your recorded cassette in your camcorder.  
Connect your camcorder to a VCR or a DVD Recorder using the Multi-AV cable before recording (refer to page 146).  
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Video input (Y)  
Audio input (L)  
1. Prepare your VCR or DVD Recorder to record from your camcorder. Refer to the  
VCR  
Audio input (R)  
CAMCORDER  
product s instructions for further details.  
S-VIDEO  
input  
Set the input source of the VCR or DVD Recorder to the external input source  
connected to your camcorder  
TV  
2. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to PLAY mode.  
Your camcorder is ready to transfer your recording through the Multi-AV cable.  
MULTI-AV  
ANTENNA  
3. Start the recording on your VCR or DVD Recorder, then press the  
The VCR or DVD Recorder begins to copy your recorded cassette.  
(PLAY/STILL) button to start playback.  
Notes  
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If the VCR or DVD Recorder 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 VCR or DVD Recorder, use the audio cable with the white plug.  
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Connectingto Other Devices – PC  
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You can connect your camcorder to a PC for copying or editing recorded video.  
DV and USB connections are supported.  
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Connecting to a PC Using a DV (i.Link, IEEE 1394) cable  
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This function works only in the Camera  
(PLAY) mode.  
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Using the IEEE1394 cable (DV cable), you can connect your camcorder to a PC which supports the IEEE 1394 connection.  
Windows Movie Maker and other Video Capturing Software can take input from your camcorder through this connection.  
Refer to the corresponding video editing software product s documentation for further information on capturing and  
manipulating the video.  
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A Standard DV connection is quite simple. If a product has a DV port (or FireWire), you can transfer data by connecting to  
the DV port using a proper cable. Be careful since there are two types of DV ports (4pin and 6pin). This camcorder has a  
4pin terminal.  
With a digital connection established, both the video and audio signals are transmitted in native DV digital format, allowing  
high quality, real-time image transfer.  
PC System Requirements  
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CPU: Intel (or compatible) Pentium III 450MHz or faster PC / G3 or faster Macintosh  
Operating System: Windows 98SE, ME, XP, 2000, or Mac OS (9.1 or later)  
Main Memory: More than 64MB of RAM  
IEEE 1394 Add-on Card or built-in IEEE1394 port  
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Notes  
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Do not connect the camcorder to a PC using both DV and USB cables. It may not operate properly.  
Operation is not guaranteed for all computer environments recommended above.  
The IEEE1394 cable (DV cable) is sold separately.  
Video Capture software is commercially available.  
Most DV enabled PCs have a 6 pin socket. In this case, a 6-4 cable is required for the connection.  
Most DV enabled Notebooks and Laptops have a 4 pin socket. Use a 4-4 cable for the connection.  
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To connect your Camcorder to a PC using DV cable  
1. Turn your camcorder on by setting the Power Switch to PLAY  
mode.  
2. Connect the DV cable to your camcorder s DV terminal which is  
located on the bottom left side.  
If your PC has a 4-pin DV port (most laptops with DV support  
use 4-pin terminals), use a 4-pin to 4-pin DV cable.  
3. Connect the other side of the DV cable to the DV port of the PC.  
The DV indicator appears on the LCD monitor.  
To Copy Your Recording to a PC Using a DV Connection  
1. Run your Video Capturing Software and set the input source to your camcorder.  
For further details on selecting the input source through the software, refer to the product s documentation.  
2. Press the  
(PLAY/STILL) button to start the transfer.  
Recorded video is displayed on the PC screen.  
3. Click on the REC button on the PC screen using the left button of the mouse.  
4. To stop recording, click the (STOP) button on the PC screen.  
To Record Using a DV Connection  
1. Press the START/STOP button to begin REC PAUSE mode.  
PAUSE is displayed on the LCD monitor.  
2. Start playback on the other DV device while you monitor the picture.  
3. Press the START/STOP button to start recording.  
If you want to pause recording momentarily, press the START/STOP button again.  
4. To stop recording, press the (STOP) button.  
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When using this camcorder as a recorder, the pictures that appear on the monitor may seem uneven, however recorded  
pictures will not be affected.  
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Connecting to a PC Using a USB cable  
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Using the USB cable, you can connect your Camcorder to a PC that supports USB  
connections. Use the provided USB cable for connection to a PC.  
A USB cable for USB connection is provided with the product. Use the provided cable for  
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a high speed USB connection.  
You may need to install the driver software.  
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PC System Requirements  
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CPU: Intel (or compatible) Pentium II 400MHz or faster PC  
Operating System: Windows 98SE, ME, XP, 2000  
Main Memory: More than 64MB of RAM  
USB port  
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To Install the Provided Software  
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Do not connect your device to a PC before installing the program.  
The following instructions are based on Windows 98SE operating system.  
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1. Insert the Software CD provided with this product into the CD-ROM drive.  
The installation screen appears on your PC monitor.  
2. If the installation screen does not automatically appear, click Run on the Windows Start menu and execute the  
SETUP.EXE file to begin the installation.  
If your CD-ROM drive is set to D: drive, type D:\setup.exe in the RUN dialog and press Enter on your keyboard.  
3. Click on the icons listed below to install the selected software.  
DVC Driver: USB Removable Disk Driver, USB PC Camera Driver  
Applications: DirectX 9.0a, Media Player 9.0, DVC Media 5.1, Photo Editor, MS Formatter, Acrobat Reader, Q.Time Player  
Note  
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Do not connect the camcorder to a PC using both DV and USB cables. It may not operate properly.  
DSC supports high-speed USB 2.0 and the DVC supports USB 1.1 data transfer.  
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DVC Media Software CD includes the driver and software for connecting and utilizing Samsung  
DVC Camera to the PC.  
During the use of PC, if the program is deleted or error message comes out, you can reinstall it  
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with this CD.  
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You can browse the DVC Media Software CD using Windows Explorer or other file browsers.  
After the driver is installed, be sure to install the DVC Media 5.1.  
Be sure to install the Q.Time Player to playback your motion clips transferred to a PC from your  
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camcorder.  
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For detailed instructions on software installation, refer to the PDF document DVC Media 5_1.pdf in the CD-ROM s HELP  
folder.  
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To Connect Your Camera to a PC using USB cable  
USB Cable (supplied)  
1. After you install the USB device driver, turn on your  
camera by setting the power switch to  
mode.  
(CAMERA)  
2. Connect the provided USB cable to your camera s USB  
port.  
3. Connect the other side of the USB cable to the USB port  
of your PC.  
If your Operating System is Windows XP, a  
Removable Disk pop-up dialog will appear.  
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To Copy Still Images Using a USB Connection  
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Set your camera to  
(CAMERA) mode. Copying still images only works in  
(CAMERA) mode.  
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The PC will recognize your camera as a removable mass storage device.  
Use your Windows Explorer or other file browser to locate your stored images.  
You can copy, delete or move your stored images from the memory card to a PC.  
To Use Your Camcorder as a PC Camera (REC mode) / USB Streaming (REC or PLAY mode)  
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You can use this camcorder as a PC camera for video chatting, video conference and other PC camera applications.  
The screen size of the PC camera function is 160x120 pixels.  
In PC camera mode, buttons on your camera do not function during the connection except the Power Switch, Mode Dial,  
Zoom Lever and NITE PIX slide button to avoid errors.  
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You can transfer video to a PC and record transferred video in realtime using the DVC Media 5.1.  
1. Turn your camera on by setting the Power Switch to REC or PLAY mode.  
2. Establish the USB connection as above.  
3. For PC camera use, run your PC camera application such as Microsoft Netmeeting.  
4. For USB Streaming, run the DVC Media 5.1.  
To Disconnect USB Connection  
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After completing the data transfer, you must disconnect the cable in the following way:  
1. Select the removable disk icon and click the right mouse button to select Eject .  
2. Select Confirm and disconnect the USB cable when the pop-up screen disappears.  
Notes  
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In  
(CAMERA) mode , be sure that the Memory Card is inserted into camera before connecting USB cable.  
No Memory Card or an unformatted Memory Card is inserted, PC will not recognize your camera as a removable disk.  
USB Streaming transfers video in MPEG4 format and it requires DVC Media 5.1, DirectX 9.0a, Windows Media Player 9.0.  
If you disconnect the USB cable from the PC or the camcorder during the data transfer, the data transfer 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 might cause conflict and  
may not work properly. If this occurs, remove all other USB devices and try the connection again.  
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Maintenance  
CleaningandMaintainingtheCamcorder  
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For prolonged use of your device, read following instructions carefully.  
After Using Your Camcorder  
For the safekeeping of your device, follow these steps.  
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Remove the cassette (refer to page 47).  
Turn your camcorder off.  
Remove the Battery (refer to page 28).  
Remove the Memory Card (refer to page 83)  
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To prevent any damage to the LCD monitor, do not apply excessive force on its moving parts.  
Do not drop or in anyway shock the device.  
For prolonged use of your device, avoid using it in places subject to excessive humidity or dust.  
Do not leave your device in places subject to:  
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Excessive humidity, steam, soot or dust  
Excessive shock or vibration.  
Extremely high (over 50¡C or 122¡F) or extremely low (under 0¡C or 32¡F) temperatures.  
Strong electromagnetic fields.  
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Direct sunlight or in a closed car on a hot day.  
The cassette should be stored away from heaters and other heat sources. Avoid storing cassettes under direct sunlight, and  
avoid electromagnetic fields.  
The removed Battery Packs should be stored away from heaters and other heat sources. Do not store the battery pack with  
metal objects or sharp objects to avoid accidental damage to the battery pack.  
The memory card should be stored away from heaters and other heat sources. Avoid storing memory cards under direct  
sunlight, and avoid electromagnetic fields. Before removing the memory card from your device, move or copy your data from  
the memory card to a PC. Format the memory card periodically.  
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Maintenance  
Cleaning the Camera Body and Video Heads  
To Clean the Exterior of Your Device  
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To clean the exterior, use a soft dry cloth. Wipe the body gently. Do not apply excessive force when cleaning, gently rub  
the surface.  
The LCD monitor surface should not be pressed. Use a soft dry cloth to clean the surface.  
To clean the lens, use an optional air blower to blow out dirt and other small objects. Do not wipe the lens with cloths or  
your fingers. If necessary, use lens cleaning paper.  
Do not use chemicals, alcohol or benzene for cleaning. Otherwise, the finish may be damaged.  
Cleaning should be done only after the battery pack has been removed, and other power sources have been  
disconnected.  
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To Clean the Video Heads  
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Dirty heads might cause problems with noisy recording and  
playback.  
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To ensure normal operation of the video heads, avoid using in  
places subject to heavy dust.  
Avoid excessively frequent fast forwarding and rewinding of cassettes to avoid damaging the video heads.  
Excessive use of a cleaning cassette is not recommended.  
Use an optional cleaning cassette for video head cleaning. Periodic check-ups are recommended.  
(Blue Screen)  
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1. Load the Cleaning Cassette.  
2. Set the Power Switch to PLAY mode.  
3. Press the  
(PLAY/STILL) button to start cleaning.  
4. Stop playing after 10 ~ 20 seconds.  
Notes  
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Some cleaning cassette products stop automatically. Refer to the cleaning cassette s instructions for detailed information. If  
the problem continues after the cleaning, consult your nearest Samsung dealer or Authorized Service Center.  
Do not use wet-type cleaning cassettes.  
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Maintenance  
UsingYourCamcorderAbroad
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Each country or region has its own electric and color systems.  
Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following items:  
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Power Sources  
You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC Power Adapter where the power input range is 100V ~  
240V, 50/60Hz.  
Use a commercially available AC plug adapter if necessary, depending on the design of the local wall outlets.  
Color System  
You can view your recordings using the built-in LCD monitor and viewfinder.  
However, to view your recordings on a television set or to copy it to a video cassette recorder (VCR), the television set or the  
VCR must comply with NTSC-compatible and have the appropriate Audio / Video ports. Otherwise, you may need to use a  
separate Video Format Transcoder (NTSC-PAL format Converter).  
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, Mexico, Philippines, Korea, Taiwan, United States of America, etc.  
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Troubleshooting  
Troubleshooting  
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If your device fails to function as expected, please check the following before contacting service personnel. Refer to the page  
numbers listed for further details.  
Self Diagnosis Display  
Display  
Blinking  
Slow  
Informs that  
The battery pack is almost  
discharged  
Action  
Change to a charged one or connect to other power  
source  
Slow  
When the remaining time on the  
tape is less than 2 minutes  
Cassette has reached its end  
No cassette tape is inserted  
The tape is Record Protected  
Prepare a new cassette  
TAPE END!  
TAPE END!  
TAPE!  
PROTECTION!  
No  
Slow  
Slow  
Change to a new cassette  
Insert a tape  
Change to a new cassette or release the tape record  
protection  
Slow  
Camcorder has a mechanical fault  
1. Eject the cassette tape.  
2. Set to off  
D,L,C,R  
3. Detach the battery.  
4. Restart the camcorder  
If problem continues, contact your local service  
representative.  
Slow  
Slow  
Slow  
Moisture condensation  
No memory card is inserted  
Not enough space for saving  
pictures  
See page 11  
Insert a memory card  
Change to a new memory card or delete recorded  
images  
NO CARD!  
CARD FULL!  
Slow  
Slow  
There are no images recorded to  
play  
The image file has an error  
Record a new still image  
NO IMAGE!  
Delete the image or format the memory card  
FILE ERROR!  
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Troubleshooting  
Display  
Blinking  
Informs that  
Action  
Slow  
Memory card is formatted by other  
device or has error in system folder  
Memory card needs to be formatted  
Format the memory card using the camera menu  
CARD ERROR!  
Slow  
Format the memory card using the camera menu  
NOT FORMATTED!  
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If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung dealer or authorized service center/personnel.  
Symptom  
Possible Causes  
The power is not connected properly  
The battery is dead  
The battery is too cold  
Viewfinder is on.  
Multi-AV cable is connected  
Display option is turned off  
The DATE/TIME is not set  
The built-in clock battery has  
exhausted.  
Measure  
Connect the AC adapter properly, page 27  
Replace the dead battery pack  
Warm up the battery or move to warmer place  
Close the viewfinder  
Remove the cable  
Press the DISPLAY button to bring back OSD  
Set the DATE/TIME, page 38  
No power is supplied  
LCD monitor is blank  
DATE/TIME is wrong  
Cannot Record a video  
Replace the Li-ion battery for built-in clock, page 24  
Protection tab is set to SAVE  
Power Switch is set to PLAY  
Cancel the protection, page 48  
Set the Power Switch to REC  
Power Switch is set to  
Focus does not adjust automatically Focus is set to manual mode  
Recording was done in a dark place  
(CAMERA)  
Set the Mode Dial to (MOVIE) mode  
Set focus to AUTO  
Use strobe or lit the place  
Lens is covered with condensation  
Cassette is in wrong position  
The battery is exhausted  
Clear the lens and check the focus  
Insert the cassette tape properly, page 47  
Charge the battery or use AC adapter  
Insert the memory card properly, page 83  
Cassette tape will not load properly  
The memory card will not load  
properly  
Color balance of picture is not  
natural  
Memory card is in wrong position  
Something fills in the memory card slot Clear the memory card slot  
White balance adjustment is required Set proper white balance, page 121  
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Troubleshooting  
Symptom  
Possible Causes  
Measure  
Digital zoom does not work  
Digital special effect is applied  
Turn off the digital special effects. page 57  
Files stored in the memory card  
cannot be deleted  
Memory card is protected  
File is protected  
Remove the protection tab of memory card  
Remove the protection on the file, page 135  
Images on the LCD monitor appear  
dark  
Ambient is too bright  
Ambient temperature is too low  
Adjust the brightness and angle of LCD  
Low temperatures might produce a dark LCD display.  
This is not a malfunctioning.  
Rear of the LCD monitor is hot  
Prolonged use of LCD monitor  
Power Switch is set to REC  
Close the LCD monitor to turn if off, or turn your device off  
to cool down.  
Set the Power Switch to PLAY  
Play, rewind and fast forwarding do  
not work  
Memory card cannot be played back Power Switch is set to PLAY Mode  
(Camera mode)  
Set the Power Switch to  
Mode Dial to (PLAY) Mode  
(CAMERA) Mode and set the  
No picture is taken when PHOTO is Not enough free memory space is  
Delete files from the memory card  
Format the memory card  
fully pressed  
remained  
Memory card is formatted by different  
devices  
Built-in flash will not pop up or fire  
Flash is forced to cancel  
Focus is set to infinity  
AE lock is enabled  
Select different flash mode, page 110  
Select AUTO, EASYQ, or different MF distance, page 112  
Turn off the AE lock  
Taking the motion clips  
Continuous shot option is turned on  
Bracket shooting is enabled  
Blocking the flash lid  
Flash is not available for Motion clips  
Turn off the continuous shot  
Turn off the AEB, page 125  
Clear obstructing object  
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Specifications  
Specifications
Model Name  
Camcorder System  
Video Signal  
SCD6040  
NTSC  
Video Recording System  
Audio Recording System  
Usable Cassette  
Tape Speed  
Tape Recording Time  
FF/REW time  
General  
2 Rotary heads, Helical Scanning System  
Rotary heads, PCM system  
Digital Video tape: 0.25 inch (6.35mm) MiniDV cassette  
SP: approx. 0.74 inch/s(18.81mm/s), LP: approx. 0.5 inch/s(12.56mm/s)  
SP: 60 minutes, LP: 90 minutes (when using DVM60)  
Approx. 180 sec (when using DVM60)  
CAMCORDER  
CAMERA  
Format  
MiniDV  
JPEG (DCF)  
Dimension (WxHxD)  
Weight (Net)  
66 X 96 X 140 (mm) / 2.6 X 3.78 X 5.51 (inch)  
540 g / 1.188 lb (Except the Lithium lon Battery Pack and Tape)  
4.9W (LCD on) / 4.6W (CVF on) for recordings  
DC 8.4V, LI-Ion Battery pack: 7.4V  
Lithium-Ion battery pack, Power supply (100V ~ 240V, 50/60 Hz)  
Omni-directional Stereo condenser microphone  
Power Consumption  
Power Source  
Power Source Type  
Built-in Microphone  
LCD Monitor  
Size  
2.5  
Pixel  
123K, Trans Reflective  
YES / YES  
90 + 270 deg  
YES  
Bright / Color Adjust  
Rotation Angle  
Mirror  
Viewfinder  
Display Device  
Size  
Pixel  
Color  
0.24  
113K  
YES  
Diopter Adjust  
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Specifications  
Lens  
CAMCORDER  
10x  
900x  
2.7 ~ 27mm  
1.4 / 1.8  
Variable 4 step  
30  
Nite Pix / Power Nite Pix  
Wide Macro  
CAMCORDER  
1/6 Charge Coupled Device  
680K / 340K  
NO / NO  
CAMERA  
3x  
12x  
7.7 ~ 23.1mm  
2.8 / 4.9  
1 step  
Not Available  
NO  
1.6~31.5inch(Wide), 11.8~31.5inch (Tele)  
CAMERA  
1/1.8 Charge Coupled Device  
4.13M/4.0M  
NO / YES  
NO  
YES / YES  
2 ~ 1/2,000  
Optical Zoom Ratio  
Digital Zoom Ratio  
Focal Length (f)  
F. No (Wide / Tele)  
Zooming Speed  
Filter Diameter  
0 Lux Recording  
Macro  
CCD  
Size  
Pixel (Max / Effective)  
Strobo / Flash  
Image Stabilizer  
Auto Focus / Manual Focus  
Shutter Speed (Auto)  
Manual Shutter Speed  
Auto White Balance  
Metering  
DIS  
YES / YES  
1/60 ~ 1/10,000  
1/60 ~ 1/10,000 8 step  
YES  
NightScene Mode, 15 ~ 1/2,000  
YES  
TTL Automatic, 31.5 inch ~ infinity  
Connectors  
Video output  
S-VIDEO output  
Audio output  
DV input / output  
USB output  
1 Vp-p (75 terminated)  
Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 C: 0.2861 Vp-p, 75  
7.5 dBs(600 terminated)  
4-pin IEEE1394  
Mini-B type  
External MIC  
3.5 stereo  
Others  
Operating Temperature  
Storage Temperature  
0 ~ 42¡C / 32 ~ 104¡F  
-20 ~ 60¡C / -4 ~ 140¡F  
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Index  
image size ...................................................................................................88  
- A -  
- L -  
Audio dubbing ............................................................................................ 77  
AUDIO MODE ............................................................................................60  
LCD .............................................................................................................33  
Lithium battery ............................................................................................28  
- B -  
- M -  
BLC .............................................................................................................62  
MACRO .....................................................................................................114  
MEMORY STICK ........................................................................................83  
MENU ...................................................................................................36, 95  
MF/AF .................................................................................................45, 109  
MPEG Playback .......................................................................................108  
MPEG REC ..............................................................................................107  
MPEG SIZE ..............................................................................................106  
- C -  
Cassette ......................................................................................................47  
Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder ...............................................154  
CLOCK SET .........................................................................................38, 91  
CONT. SHOT ............................................................................................126  
- D -  
DATE/TIME ...........................................................................................39, 91  
DELETE ....................................................................................................103  
DEMONSTRATION ....................................................................................42  
DIGITAL ZOOM ..................................................................................55, 128  
DIS ..............................................................................................................56  
DSE ....................................................................................................57, 124  
- N -  
NITE PIX .....................................................................................................64  
- O -  
OSD ................................................................................................22, 23, 24  
- P -  
- E -  
PB DSE .......................................................................................................80  
PB ZOOM ...................................................................................................81  
PHOTO .......................................................................................................71  
Playback .....................................................................................................73  
POWER NITE PIX ......................................................................................65  
Power Source ............................................................................................. 27  
Power Switch ..............................................................................................31  
PRINT MARK ............................................................................................142  
PROGRAM AE ...................................................................................52, 117  
PROTECT ...........................................................................................48, 135  
EASY Mode ................................................................................................ 44  
- F -  
Fade In and Out ..........................................................................................67  
FILE NUMBER ...........................................................................................86  
FLASH .......................................................................................................110  
Focus ..................................................................................................45, 109  
Folders and Files ........................................................................................85  
- H -  
Hand Strap ..................................................................................................26  
- Q -  
- I -  
IEEE1394 ..................................................................................................149  
Quick Menu .................................................................................................68  
image quality ...............................................................................................87  
Quick Review ............................................................................................102  
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Index  
- R -  
- U -  
USB ...........................................................................................................151  
REC MODE ................................................................................................31  
Remote Control ...........................................................................................25  
- V -  
VIEWFINDER .............................................................................................34  
- S -  
Viewing Still images ..................................................................................100  
Search .........................................................................................................74  
SHUTTER SPEED & EXPOSURE ............................................................66  
Slide Show ................................................................................................101  
SLOW SHUTTER .......................................................................................63  
Speaker .......................................................................................................35  
SPOT-AE ...................................................................................................116  
- W -  
WHT. BALANCE .................................................................................54, 121  
WIND CUT ..................................................................................................61  
WL.REMOTE ........................................................................................40. 93  
- Z -  
- T -  
ZERO MEMORY ........................................................................................79  
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................157  
TV DISPLAY ...............................................................................................43  
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Warranty (SEA users only)  
SAMSUNG  
LIMITED WARRANTY  
SAMSUNG Electronics America Inc. (SEA), warrants that this product is free from defective material and workmanship.  
SEA further warrants that if product fails to operate properly within the specified warranty period and the failure is due  
to improper workmanship or defective material, SEA will repair or replace the product at its option.  
All warranty repairs must be performed by a SEA authorized service center. The name and address of the location  
nearest you can be obtained by calling toll free: 1-800 SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864).  
Labor  
90 days carry-in  
Parts  
1 year  
On carry-in models, transportation to and from the service center is the customer s responsibility.  
The original dated sales receipt must be retained by the customer and is the only acceptable proof of purchase.  
It must be presented to the authorized service center.  
EXCLUSIONS (WHAT IS NOT COVERED)  
This warranty does not cover damage due to accident, fire, flood and/or other acts of God; misuse, incorrect line  
voltage, improper installation, improper or unauthorized repairs, commercial use, or damage that occurs in shipping.  
Exterior and interior finish, lamps, and glass are not covered under this warranty.  
Customer adjustments which are explained in the instruction manual are not covered under the terms of this warranty.  
This warranty will automatically be voided for any unit found with a missing or altered serial number. This warranty is  
valid only on products purchased in the United States and Puerto Rico.  
Some States do not allow the exclusions or limitations of incidental or consequential damages, or allow limitations on  
how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from State to State.  
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THIS CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY:  
ELECTRONICS  
SERVICE DIVISION  
400 Valley Road, Suite 201, Mt. Arlington N.J. 07856  
Tel: 1-800-SAMSUNG  
(1-800-726-7864)  
*Samsung Electronics’ Internet Home Page  
http://www.samsungusa.com  
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