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Digital Video Camcorder
VP-D371(i)/D371W(i)/D372WH(i)/D375W(i)/D975W(i)
AF Auto Focus
CCD Charge Coupled Device
LCD Liquid Crystal Display
Owner’s Instruction Book
Before operating the unit, please read this Instruction
Book thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
Use only approved battery packs.
Otherwise, there is a danger of overheating, fire or explosion.
Samsung is not responsible for problems occurring due to using unapproved b
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01227G VPD371 UK~022 2/1/07 12:02 PM Page 2 ENGLISH ENGLISH Contents Setting the Shutter Sound (Shutter Sound) Notes and Safety Instructions..............................................5 (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only).................................................26 Getting to Know Your Camcorder.......................................7 Selecting the OSD Language (Language).............................27 Features..................................................................................
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01227G VPD371 UK~022 2/1/07 12:02 PM Page 3 ENGLISH Contents Advanced Recording..........................................................43 Connection.........................................................................70 Selecting the Record Mode & Audio Mode.............................43 Copying a Camcorder Tape onto a Video Tape......................70 Cutting Off Wind Noise (WindCut Plus) ................................44 Recording (Copying) a TV Programme or Video Tape onto a Select
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01227G VPD371 UK~022 2/1/07 12:02 PM Page 4 ENGLISH Contents Copying Still Images from a Cassette to a Memory Card Selecting the USB Device (USB Connect)............................94 (Photo Copy) ..........................................................................87 Installing DV Media PRO Program .........................................95 Marking Images for Printing (Print Mark)...............................88 Connecting to a PC .......................................................
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01227G VPD371 UK~022 2/1/07 12:02 PM Page 5 ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notes regarding the Rotation of the LCD Screen Please rotate the LCD Screen carefully as illustrated. Over rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD Screen to the Camcorder. 1. Open the LCD Screen 90 degrees to the Camcorder with your finger. 2. Rotate it to the best angle to record or play. If you rotate the LCD Screen 180 degrees so it is facing forward, you can close the LCD
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01227G VPD371 UK~022 2/1/07 12:02 PM Page 6 ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notes regarding Camcorder Do not leave the Camcorder exposed to high temperatures (above 60 °C or 140 °F). For example, in a parked car in the sun or exposed to direct sunlight. Do not let the Camcorder get wet. Keep the Camcorder away from rain, sea water, and any other form of moisture. If the Camcorder gets wet, it may get damaged. Sometimes a malfunction due to exposure to liquids cannot be repaired. A
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01227G VPD371 UK~022 2/1/07 12:02 PM Page 7 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Features Digital Data Transfer Function Audio Enhancement High Power Zoom Lens with IEEE1394 Provides more powerful sound with Power Zoom lens allows users to By incorporating the IEEE 1394 the Real Stereo and Audio Effect magnify the subject clearly up to (i.LINK™: i.LINK is a serial data features. X34(VP-D371(i)/D371W(i)/ transfer protocol and interconnectivity D372WH(i)/D375W(i) only), Colour TFT LCD
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01227G VPD371 UK~022 2/1/07 12:02 PM Page 8 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Accessories Supplied with Camcorder Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your Digital Video Camcorder. Basic Accessories 1. Lithium Ion Battery Pack 2. AC Power Adapter 3. Audio/Video Cable (SB-LSM80) (AA-E9 TYPE) 1. Lithium Ion Battery Pack (SB-LSM80) 2. AC Power Adapter (AA-E9 TYPE) 3. Audio/Video Cable 4. Instruction Book 4. Instruction Book 5. Lithium Battery (CR2025) 6. Remote
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01227G VPD371 UK~022 2/1/07 12:02 PM Page 9 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Front & Left View % % ! ! (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) ^ ^ @ @ # # & & * * $ $ 1. Lens 6. Function Buttons Button (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) 2. Remote Sensor (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) œ œœ œ REW REC SEARCH – REV 3. Light (VP-D372WH(i)/D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) √ √√ √ FF REC SEARCH + FWD 4. TAPE EJECT Switch √ √ ❙❙ PLAY/STILL FADE S.SHOW (SLIDE SHOW) 5. EASY.Q Button ➥page 35 C.N
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01227G VPD371 UK~022 2/1/07 12:02 PM Page 10 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Left Side View ! ! $ $ @ @ % % ^ ^ # # (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) 1. Q.MENU Button ➥page 20 3. OK Button 2. [ / ] (W / T) Button 4. Viewfinder … … † † W ( ) T ( ) 5. Speaker MENU / Q.MENU Move Up Move Down 6. Mode Switch (CARD/TAPE) Volume Up Volume Down (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) Wide / Adjust MF Tele / Adjust MF Wide / Adjust MF Tele / Adjust MF (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) [
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01227G VPD371 UK~022 2/1/07 12:02 PM Page 11 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Right & Top View ! ! @ @ * * # # ( ( $ $ ) ) % % ^ ^ 1 1 & & 1. Zoom Lever 7. DC Jack Jacks 2. PHOTO Button ➥page 59 8. Jacks VP-D371(i) /D371W(i)/ 3. DISPLAY Button 9. Jack Cover D372WH(i) IEEE1394 AV Jack 4. MENU Button 10.Cassette Door 5. Start/Stop Button 11. Hand Strap VP-D375W(i) /D975W(i) IEEE1394 USB AV Jack 6. Power Switch (CAMERA or PLAYER) 11 11
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01227G VPD371 UK~022 2/1/07 12:02 PM Page 12 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Rear & Bottom View (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) # # ! ! $ $ % % @ @ 1. Lithium Battery Cover Usable Memory Cards 2. Charging Indicator VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only 3. Memory Card Slot (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) 4. Tripod Receptacle 5. Battery Release Switch MMC/SD 12 12
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01227G VPD371 UK~022 2/1/07 12:02 PM Page 13 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Remote Control (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) ! ! 8 8 @ @ # # 7 7 $ $ % % 6 6 ^ ^ 5 5 & & * * 4 4 ( ( 3 3 2 2 1 1 ) ) 1. PHOTO Button ➥page 59 10.œ œ❙❙ / ❙❙√ √ (Direction) Button ➥page 61 2. START/STOP Button 11. F. ADV Button ➥page 62 3. SELF TIMER Button ➥page 38 12. (STOP) Button 4. ZERO MEMORY Button ➥page 37 13.❙❙ (STILL) Button 5. PHOTO SEARCH Button 14.SLOW (❙√ √ ) Button 6. A.DUB Button ➥page 63 15.DATE/
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01227G VPD371 UK~022 2/1/07 12:02 PM Page 14 ENGLISH Preparation Using the Hand Strap & Lens Cover It is very important to ensure that the Hand Strap has been correctly adjusted before you begin your recording. The Hand Strap enables you to: - Hold the Camcorder in a stable, comfortable position. - Press the [Zoom] and [Start/Stop] button without having to change the position of your hand. Hand Strap 1 2 3 Adjusting the Hand Strap 1. Insert the Hand Strap into the Hand Strap Hook on the front
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01227G VPD371 UK~022 2/1/07 12:02 PM Page 15 ENGLISH Preparation Lithium Battery Installation Lithium Battery Installation for the Internal Clock 1. Remove the Battery Pack from the rear of the Camcorder. 2. Open the Lithium Battery Cover on the rear of the Camcorder. 3. Position the Lithium Battery in the Lithium Battery Holder, with the positive ( ) terminal face up. Be careful not to reverse the polarity of the Battery. 4. Close the Lithium Battery Cover. Lithium Battery Installation for th
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01227G VPD371 UK~022 2/1/07 12:02 PM Page 16 ENGLISH Preparation Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack ✤ Use SB-LSM80 or SB-LSM160 Battery Pack only. ✤ The Battery Pack may be charged a little at the time of purchase. Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack Blinking time Charging rate 1. Turn the [Power] switch to [OFF]. Once per second Less than 50% 2. Attach the Battery Pack to the Camcorder. Twice per second 50% ~ 75% 3. Connect the AC Power adapter (AA-E9 TYPE) to a wall Three times per secon
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01227G VPD371 UK~022 2/1/07 12:02 PM Page 17 ENGLISH Preparation The amount of continuous recording time available depends on; - The type and capacity of the Battery Pack you are using. - Ambient temperature. - How often the Zoom function is used. - Type of use (Camcorder/Camera/With LCD Screen etc.). It is recommended that you have several batteries available. Battery Level Display The battery level display indicates the amount of power remaining in the Battery Pack. a. Fully charged b. 2
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01227G VPD371 UK~022 2/1/07 12:02 PM Page 18 ENGLISH Preparation Notes regarding the Battery Pack Please refer to the table on page 16 for approximate continuous recording time. The recording time is affected by temperature and environmental conditions. The recording time shortens dramatically in a cold environment. As the environmental temperature and conditions vary. The continuous recording times in the operating instructions are measured using a fully charged Battery Pack at 77 °F
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01227G VPD371 UK~022 2/1/07 12:02 PM Page 19 ENGLISH Preparation Connecting a Power Source ✤ There are two types of power source that can be connected to your Camcorder. - The AC Power Adapter: used for indoor recording. - The Battery Pack: used for outdoor recording. Using a Household Power Source Connect to a household power source to use the Camcorder without having to worry about the battery power. You can keep the Battery Pack attached; the battery power will not be consumed. Power Switch
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01227G VPD371 UK~022 2/1/07 12:02 PM Page 20 ENGLISH Preparation Using the QUICK MENU ✤ QUICK MENU is used to access camcorder functions by using the [Q.MENU] button. ✤ QUICK MENU provides easier access to frequently used menus without using the [MENU] button. ✤ Functions available using the QUICK MENU are as below: Camera Mode Q.MENU Setting the Back Light Compensation (BLC) ➥page 57 Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) ➥page 56 Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (Program AE) ➥pa
