Samsung D975W(i) - Manuals

ENGLISH 5 5 Notes regarding the Video Head Cleaning Notes regarding the LCD Screen, Viewfinder, Lens Notes and Safety Instructions Notes regarding the Rotation of the LCD Screen Please rotate the LCD Screen carefully as illustrated. Over rotation maycause damage to the inside of the hinge that conne...

ENGLISH 6 6 Servicing & Replacement Parts Notes and Safety Instructions Notes regarding Camcorder Notices regarding Copyright ■ 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 ...

ENGLISH 7 7 Getting to Know Your Camcorder Features ■ Digital Data Transfer Functionwith IEEE1394 By incorporating the IEEE 1394(i.LINK™: i.LINK is a serial datatransfer protocol and interconnectivitysystem, used to transmit DV data)high speed data transport port, bothmoving and photo images can bet...

Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your Digital Video Camcorder. Basic Accessories 1. Lithium Ion Battery Pack (SB-LSM80) 2. AC Power Adapter (AA-E9 TYPE) 3. Audio/Video Cable 4. Instruction Book 5. Lithium Battery for Remote Control (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) or Clock...

ENGLISH 9 9 Getting to Know Your Camcorder Front & Left View 1. Lens 2. Remote Sensor (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) 3. Light (VP-D372WH(i)/D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) 4. TAPE EJECT Switch5. EASY.Q Button ➥ page 35 6. Function Buttons 7. TFT LCD Screen8. Internal Microphone ! ! @ @ * * & & # # ...

ENGLISH 10 10 Getting to Know Your Camcorder Left Side View 1. Q.MENU Button ➥ page 20 2. [ ▲ / ▼ ] (W / T) Button 3. OK Button 4. Viewfinder 5. Speaker 6. Mode Switch (CARD/TAPE) (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) [ Note ]When you close LCD panel with the LCD screenfacing out, [ ▲ / ▼ ] button function wo...

ENGLISH 11 11 Getting to Know Your Camcorder Right & Top View 1. Zoom Lever 2. PHOTO Button ➥ page 59 3. DISPLAY Button 4. MENU Button 5. Start/Stop Button 6. Power Switch (CAMERA or PLAYER) 7. DC Jack 8. Jacks 9. Jack Cover 10. Cassette Door 11. Hand Strap $ $ % %^ ^ ! ! @ @ # # & & ( (...

ENGLISH 12 12 Getting to Know Your Camcorder Rear & Bottom View 1. Lithium Battery Cover 2. Charging Indicator 3. Memory Card Slot (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) 4. Tripod Receptacle 5. Battery Release Switch $ $ # # ! ! % % @ @ Usable Memory Cards VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only MMC/SD (VP-D375W(i)/D975...

ENGLISH 13 13 Getting to Know Your Camcorder Remote Control (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) 1. PHOTO Button ➥ page 59 2. START/STOP Button 3. SELF TIMER Button ➥ page 38 4. ZERO MEMORY Button ➥ page 37 5. PHOTO SEARCH Button 6. A.DUB Button ➥ page 63 7. √ √√ √ (FF) Button 8. œ œœ œ (REW) Button 9. √ √ (...

ENGLISH 14 14 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] butt...

ENGLISH 15 15 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 ...

ENGLISH 16 16 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 1. Turn the [Power] switch to [OFF] . 2. Attach the Battery Pack to the Camcorder.3. C...

ENGLISH 17 17 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 sever...

ENGLISH 18 18 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 environm...

ENGLISH 19 19 Preparation Connecting a Power Source About the Operating Modes ✤ 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 ho...

ENGLISH 20 20 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 ■ Setting...

ENGLISH 21 21 Preparation OSD (On Screen Display) in Camera/Player Modes 1. Battery Level ➥ page 17 2. Visual Effects Mode ➥ page 52 EASY.Q ➥ page 35 16:9 Wide ➥ page 54 3. DIS ➥ page 56 4. Program AE ➥ page 48 5. White Balance Mode ➥ page 50 6. Shutter Speed ➥ page 46 7. Exposure ➥ page 46 8. Manua...

ENGLISH 22 22 Preparation OSD (On Screen Display) in M.Cam/M.Player Modes (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) 1. Photo Quality ➥ page 74 2. CARD (Memory Card) Indicator3. Image Counter (Total number of recordable photo images) 4. Image Recording and Loading Indicator 5. Erase Protection Indicator ➥ page 79 ...

ENGLISH 23 23 ✤ Clock setup works in <Camera> / <Player> / <M.Cam> / <M.Player> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ The Date/Time is automatically recorded onto a tape. Before recording, please setthe <Date/Time> . ➥ page 30 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] or [PLAYER] . 2. Set the...

ENGLISH 28 28 Initial Setting : System Menu Setting ✤ The Demonstration function may only be used in the <Camera> mode without a tape inserted in the Camcorder. ➥ page 19 ✤ Before you begin: Make sure that there is no tape inserted in the Camcorder. ➥ page 32 ✤ Demonstration automatically show...

ENGLISH 29 29 Initial Setting : Display Menu Setting Adjusting the LCD Screen (LCD Bright/LCD Colour) ✤ Adjusting the LCD Screen works in <Camera> / <Player> / <M.Cam> / <M.Player> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ Your Camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch (VP-D371(i) only) / 2.7 inch wide...

ENGLISH 32 32 Basic Recording Using the Viewfinder Inserting / Ejecting a Cassette You can view pictures through the viewfinder to avoid running down the battery, or to see correct images when the pictureon the LCD screen is poor. ✤ In the [PLAYER] mode, the Viewfinder will work when the LCD Screen ...

ENGLISH 33 33 Basic Recording Various Recording Techniques ✤ In some situations different recording techniques may be required. 1. General recording. 2. Downward recording. Making a recording with a top view of the LCD Screen. 3. Upward recording. Making a recording viewing the LCD Screen from below...

ENGLISH 34 34 Basic Recording Making your First Recording 1. Connect a power source to the Camcorder. ➥ page 19 (A Battery pack or a AC Power adapter) Insert a cassette. ➥ page 32 2. Remove the Lens Cover. 3. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] . ■ Open the LCD Screen. ■ Set the [Mode] switch to [TAP...

ENGLISH 35 35 Basic Recording Recording with Ease for Beginners (EASY.Q Mode) ✤ The EASY.Q function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ The EASY.Q function allows a beginner to easily make good recordings. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] . 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE] . (VP-D3...

ENGLISH 36 36 Basic Recording ✤ The REC SEARCH function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Used to review previously recorded images or to find a point to record a new image in the STBY mode. Record Search (REC SEARCH) 1. Set to STBY mode by pressing [Start/Stop] button. 2. [REC SEARCH -...

ENGLISH 39 39 Basic Recording Zooming In and Out ✤ The Zoom function works in both <Camera> and <M.Cam> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in a scene. ✤ You can zoom using variable zoom speeds. ✤ Use these features for differe...

ENGLISH 40 40 Basic Recording Using the Fade In and Out ✤ The Fade function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ You can give your recording a professional look by using specialeffects such as fade in at the beginning of a sequence or fade outat the end of a sequence. To Start Recording 1....

ENGLISH 41 41 Basic Recording Using the COLOUR NITE (COLOUR NITE) ✤ COLOUR NITE function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ You can take a shot of an object in slow motion by controlling the shutter speed, or abrighter image in dark places without a compromise in colours. ✤ Please disabl...

ENGLISH 42 42 Basic Recording Using the LIGHT (VP-D372WH(i)/D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) ✤ LIGHT function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ The LIGHT enables you to record a subjects in dark places without sacrificing colour. ✤ The LIGHT can be used with the COLOUR NITE function only. ✤ Plea...

43 43 ENGLISH ✤ The Record Mode function works in both <Camera> and <Player> (DV IN or AV IN (VP-D371i/D371Wi/D372WHi/D375Wi/D975Wi only)) modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ This Camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard play) mode and in LP (long play)mode.- <SP> (standard play): This mode...

45 45 ✤ The Real Stereo function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Real Stereo enhances the left and right input signals when using the internalmicrophone. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] . 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE] . (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) 3. Press the [MENU] button...

ENGLISH 46 46 Advanced Recording Setting the Shutter Speed & Exposure ✤ The Shutter Speed function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ The Exposure function works in both <Camera> and <M.Cam> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ The Shutter Speed and Exposure functions can be set in the QUI...

✤ The Auto Focus/Manual Focus function works in both <Camera> and <M.Cam> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ In most situations, it is better to use the automatic focus feature, as it enablesyou to concentrate on the creative side of your recording. ✤ Manual focusing may be necessary under certain condi...

ENGLISH 48 48 Advanced Recording Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (Program AE) ✤ The Program AE function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ The Program AE mode allows you to adjust shutter speeds and apertures to suit different recording conditions. ✤ They give you creative control ov...

49 49 ENGLISH Advanced Recording Setting the Program AE 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] . 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE] . (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) 3. Press the [MENU] button. ■ The menu list will appear. 4. Press the [ … … / † † ] button to select <Camera> , then press the [OK] b...

ENGLISH 50 50 Advanced Recording Setting the White Balance ✤ The White Balance function works in both <Camera> and <M.Cam> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ The White Balance is a recording function that preserves the unique image colour of the object in any recordingcondition. ✤ You may select the app...

ENGLISH 54 54 Advanced Recording Setting the 16:9 Wide mode ✤ The 16:9 Wide function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Recordings in 16:9 Wide will play back naturally only when the TV supports 16:9 aspect ratio. ✤ 16:9 Wide is the default setting for models VP-D371W(i)/D372WH(i)/D375W(...

ENGLISH 56 56 Advanced Recording Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) ✤ The DIS function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) is a function that compensates for any shaking or handmovement while holding the Camcorder (within reasonable limits). ✤ It pro...

ENGLISH 58 58 Advanced Recording Zooming In and Out with Digital Zoom (Digital Zoom) ✤ Maximum Digital Zoom works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Zooming more than 34x(VP-D371(i)/D371W(i)/D372WH(i)/D375W(i) only), 26x(VP-D975W(i) only) is achieved digitally,up to 1200x when combined with op...

59 59 ENGLISH Advanced Recording Still Image Recording ✤ Still image recording works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ A tape must be inserted as still images are recorded on a tape. ✤ Please disable 16:9 Wide mode to use this function. ➥ page 54 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] . 2. Set...

ENGLISH 60 60 Playback Playing Back a Tape on the LCD Screen ✤ The Playback function and speaker works only in <Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD Screen. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [PLAYER] . 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE] . (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) o...

61 61 ENGLISH Playback Various Functions while in Player Mode ✤ This function works only in <Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ The [PLAY] , [STILL] , [STOP] , [FF] and [REW] buttons are located on the Camcorder and the remote control. (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) ✤ The [F.ADV] (Frame advance), [X2] and...

ENGLISH 64 64 Playback Dubbed Audio Playback ✤ The dubbed Audio Playback function works only in <Player> mode. ➥ page 19 1. Set the [Power] switch to [PLAYER] . 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE] . (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) 3. Insert the dubbed tape and press the [MENU] button. 4. Press the ...

65 65 ENGLISH Playback Tape Playback on TV Screen ✤ The Playback function works only in <Player> mode. ➥ page 19 Playing back on a TV Monitor ✤ To play back a tape, the television must be PAL compatible. ➥ page 101 ✤ We recommend that you use the AC Power adapter as the power sourcefor the Cam...

ENGLISH 68 68 ✤ Audio Effect function works only in <Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Audio Effect provides various playback effects to audio signals stored on a tape. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [PLAYER] . 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE] . (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) 3. Insert the recorded tape ...

✤ The copying function works only in <Player> Mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Connect your Camcorder to a VCR using the AV jack to copy therecording from a camcorder tape onto a VCR tape. ✤ Set the <AV In/Out> to <Out> before copying to an external device. ➥ page 69 1. Set the [Power] switch to ...

ENGLISH Connection Recording (Copying) a TV Programme or Video Tape onto a Camcorder Tape (VP-D371i/D371Wi/D372WHi/D375Wi/D975Wi only) 71 71 VP-D371(i)/D371W(i)/ D372WH(i) VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) ✤ The Recording (Copying) function works only in <Player> Mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Connect your Camcorder to...

ENGLISH 72 72 ✤ This camcorder can use SD memory cards and MMC (Multi Media Cards).Some cards are not compatible according to the memory card manufacturer and memorycard type. ✤ The Memory Card stores and manages images recorded by the Camcorder. ✤ Before inserting or ejecting the Memory Card, set t...

ENGLISH 73 73 Structure of Folders and Files on the Memory Card Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) [ Notes ] ■ Do not apply excessive force when you insert/eject the Memory Card. ■ Do not turn the power off while recording, loading, erasing a photo image or formatting the Memory C...

ENGLISH 74 74 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) Selecting the Photo Quality ✤ Photo Quality function works in both <Player> and <M.Cam> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ You can select the quality of a photo image to be recorded. Select the Image Quality 1. Set the [Power] switch to...

ENGLISH 79 79 ✤ The Protection function works only in <M.Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ You can protect important images from accidental erasure.If you format the Camcorder, all images including protected images will be erased. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [PLAYER] . 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [CA...

ENGLISH 84 84 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) [ Notes ] ■ Up tp 2000 MPEG files can be stored on a memory card. ■ MPEG files (Moving images) can be recorded up to 2 GB per a moving file. ■ [MENU] button and [OK] button are not available while recording a moving image. To use [M...

ENGLISH 86 86 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) Recording Photo Image from a Cassette ✤ This function works only in <Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ You can capture a frame on a tape and save it as a Photo on a Memory Card. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [PLAYER] . 2. Set the [Mode...

ENGLISH 88 88 ✤ The Print Mark function works only in <M.Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ This Camcorder supports the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) print format. ✤ You can automatically print images recorded on a Memory Card with a printer supporting DPOF. ✤ There are 2 ways to make a Print Mark....

ENGLISH 89 89 ✤ PictBridge TM function works only in <M.Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ By connecting the Camcorder to printers with PictBridge support (sold separately),you can send images from the Memory Card directly to the printer with a few simpleoperations. ✤ With the PictBridge Support, you c...

ENGLISH 90 90 PictBridge TM (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) Selecting Images 1. In the <PictBridge> settings menu, press the [ œ œœ œ / √ √√ √ (REV/FWD)] buttons to select an image to print. Setting the Number of Prints 2. Press the [ … … / † † ] button to select <Copies> , then press the [O...

ENGLISH 91 91 IEEE 1394 Data Transfer Connecting to a DV Device (DVD Recorder, Camcorder, etc.) ■ Connecting to other standard DV products.- A standard DV connection is quite simple. - If a product has a DV jack, you can transfer data by connecting to the DV jack using the correct cable. (not suppli...

ENGLISH 93 93 USB Interface (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection ✤ The Camcorder supports both USB 1.1 and 2.0 standards. (Depends on the PC specification) ✤ You can transfer a recorded file on a Memory Card to your PC via a USB connection. ✤ If you trans...

ENGLISH 95 95 USB Interface (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) ✤ To play back moving images recorded by the Camcorder or streaming data transferred through the USB connection ona PC, the Video Codec program should be installed. ✤ Do not connect the Camcorder to PC before installing the program. ✤ If anothe...

ENGLISH 96 96 USB Interface (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) 1. Connect a USB cable to the USB jack on the PC. ■ If a USB cable is connected to the Camcorder's USB jack, theAudio/Video Cable is disabled. 2. Connect the other end of the USB cable into the USB jack on the Camcorder. (USB jack) ■ If PC is c...

ENGLISH 99 99 After Finishing a Recording Usable Cassette Tapes ✤ At the end of a recording you must remove the power source. ✤ When recording with a Battery Pack, leaving the pack on the Camcorder can reduce the lifespan of the battery. The Battery Pack should be release after recording is complete...

ENGLISH 100 100 Maintenance Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder Cleaning the Video Heads To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads when the playback pictures display square block-shaped noise or distortion, or a blue screen appears. 1. This function works only in <Pl...

ENGLISH 101 101 Maintenance Using Your Camcorder Abroad ✤ Each country or region has its own electric and colour systems. ✤ Before using your Camcorder abroad, check the following items. Power sources ■ You can use your Camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC Power adapter within 100V ...

ENGLISH 102 102 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ✤ Before contacting a Samsung authorized service centre, perform the following simple checks. They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call. Self Diagnosis Display Moisture Condensation ■ If the Camcorder is brought directly from a cold...

ENGLISH 104 104 Troubleshooting ✤ If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service centre. You cannot switch the Camcorder on. Start/Stop button does not operate while recording. The Camcorder shuts off automatically. Charge runs out quickly. You see a...

ENGLISH 107 107 Specifications Model Name: VP-D371(i)/D371W(i)/D372WH(i)/D375W(i)/D975W(i) System Video signalVideo recording systemAudio recording systemUsable cassetteTape speedTape recording timeFF/REW timeImage device LensFilter diameter LCD Screen/Viewfinder Size/dot numberLCD Screen MethodView...

ENGLISH 108 108 Index Accessories ...........................................8AF/MF ................................................. 47Audio Dubbing ................................... 63Audio Mode ......................................... 43 Battery Pack ....................................... 16B...

ENGLISH 109 109 Power Sources (United Kingdom Only) The mains lead on the power adapter is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse.The value of the fuse is indicated on the pin face of the plug and, if it requires replacing, a fuse approved toBS1362 of the same rating must be used.Never us...

This Samsung product is warranted for the period of twelve(12) months from the original date of purchase, againstdefective materials and workmanship. In the event thatwarranty service is required, you should return the product tothe retailer from whom it was purchased.However, Samsung Authorised Dea...

ENGLISH Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care centre. North America Latin America Europe CIS Asia Pacific Middle East & Africa CANADA 1-800-SAMSUNG (7267864) MEXICO 01-800-SAMSUNG (7267864) U.S.A 1-...

ENGLISH THIS CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY: RoHS compliant Our product complies with “The Restriction Of the use of certain Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronicequipment”, and we do not use the 6 hazardous materials- Cadmium(Cd), Lead (Pb), Mercury (Hg), HexavalentChromium (Cr +6 ), Poly...