Samsung VP-DC161(i) - Manuals

Page 2 - ENGLISH; Contents

Notes and Safety Instructions ..............................6 Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder ................9 Features ................................................................................ 9 Usable Discs ....................................................................... 10 Disc ...

Page 6 - Notes and Safety Instructions; Notes regarding the Rotation of the LCD Screen; Note; Notes regarding the LCD Screen, Viewfinder, Lens

6 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 DVD Camcorder. 1. Open the LCD Screen 90 degrees with your ﬁnger...

Page 7 - Notes regarding Disc Cleaning and Handling; Use a soft cloth to clean the disc.; Correct Disposal of This Product

7 ENGLISH Notes regarding Disc Cleaning and Handling  Take care not to touch the recording side (the rainbow coloured side) of the disc with your ﬁngers. Discs contaminated by ﬁngerprints or foreign substances may not play properly.  Use a soft cloth to clean the disc.  Clean lightly from the cen...

Page 8 - Notes regarding DVD Camcorder; For example, in a parked car in the sun or exposed to direct sunlight.; Servicing & Replacement Parts; Do not attempt to service this DVD Camcorder yourself.

8 ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notes regarding DVD Camcorder  Do not leave the DVD 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 DVD Camcorder get wet. Keep the DVD Camcorder away from...

Page 9 - Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder; Features

9 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder Features  DVD Disc Camcorder DVD-VIDEO recording with 8cm DVD-RW/+RW/DVD- R/+R DL(Dual Layer) discs.  High Power Zoom Lens Offers you High Power Zoom Lens with 33x Zoom Lens.  USB Interface for Digital Image Data Transfer (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB...

Page 10 - Usable Discs; Usable discs and logos; We are not responsible for data loss on a disc.

10 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder Usable Discs Usable discs and logos DVD-R / DVD-RW (8cm) DVD+RW (8cm) DVD+ReWritable DVD+R DL (Dual Layer) (8cm) DVD+R DL Unusable Discs  You may not use 12cm CD/DVD discs.  Unusable 3 1/2inch (8cm) discs. - CD - CD-R - CD-RW - DVD-ROM - DVD+R (Single ...

Page 11 - Disc Type Description; You must format a new disc before recording on it.

11 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder Disc Type Description Disc Type DVD-R (8cm) DVD+R DL (8cm) DVD-RW (8cm) DVD+RW (8cm) Mode – – VR (Video Recording) Video – Capacity 1.4G 2.6G 1.4G 1.4G 1.4G Formatting a new disc   page 41 Auto Auto O  O  Recording  page 43 O O O O O Rewrite X X O O...

Page 12 - Inserting and Formatting a Disc; Selecting the desired disc and disc formatting; Recording the Desired Image; - Discs must be finalised before they can be played on standard; How to use the DVD Camcorder easily; Playing the finalised disc

12 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder Step 1 Inserting and Formatting a Disc Selecting the desired disc and disc formatting  page 41 Step 2 Recording the Desired Image Step 3 Editing Recorded Images You may edit only in DVD-RW (VR Mode).  page 72 Step 4 Finalising a Disc - Discs must be ﬁn...

Page 13 - Basic Accessories; Parts and accessories are available at your local; Accessories Supplied with the DVD Camcorder

13 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder Basic Accessories 1. Lithium Ion Battery Pack (SB-LSM80) 2. AC Power Adapter (AA-E9 TYPE) 3. Multi-AV Cable 4. Instruction Book 5. Lithium Batteries for Remote Control (VP-DC163(i)/ DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) and Clock. (TYPE: CR2025) 6. Remote Control (...

Page 14 - ACCESS Indicator

2. OPEN Switch 3. Lens 4. LED LIGHT (VP-DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 7. QUICK MENU Button 1. ACCESS Indicator 5. Remote Sensor (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 8. Joystick (Up/Down/Left/Right/OK) 9. EASY.Q Button 10. TFT LCD Screen 6. Internal MIC 14 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder 1...

Page 15 - Charging Indicator; Left Side View

1. MENU Button 2. DISPLAY Button 3. Mode Switch (DISC/CARD) (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 4. Built-In Speaker 5. MF/AF/MULTI DISP. Button 6. C.NITE/LED LIGHT (VP-DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 6. COLOR NITE (VP-DC161(i)/DC161W(i)/DC161WB(i)/DC163(i) only) 7. Charging Indicator 8. Jack Cover 9....

Page 16 - Focus Adjustment Knob

2. Focus Adjustment Knob 3. Viewﬁnder 6. Start/Stop Button 5. Power Switch 7. Zoom Lever 1. PHOTO Button (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 4. External MIC Jack 8. Disc Cover 9. Hand Strap 16 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder 1. PHOTO Button (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)  pa...

Page 17 - Lithium Battery Cover

2. Tripod Receptacle 3. MULTI CARD SLOT (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 4. Battery Release switch 1. Lithium Battery Cover 5. Hand Strap Hook 17 ENGLISH Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder 1. Lithium Battery Cover 2. Tripod Receptacle 3. MULTI CARD SLOT (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only)...

Page 19 - Preparation; Using the Hand Strap & Lens Cover; Hand Strap

1 2 3 1 2 4 19 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 DVD Camcorder in a stable, comfortable position. - Press the [Zoom] lever...

Page 20 - Lithium Battery Installation; Lithium Battery Installation for the Internal Clock; On

1 2 3 Battery Holder 20 ENGLISH Preparation Lithium Battery Installation Lithium Battery Installation for the Internal Clock 1. Remove the Battery Pack from the rear of the DVD Camcorder. 2. Open the Lithium Battery Cover on the rear of the DVD Camcorder. 3. Position the Lithium Battery in the Lithi...

Page 21 - Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack; Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack

<Charging indicator> 5 Power Switch 21 ENGLISH Preparation Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack  Use SB-LSM80 or SB-LSM160 (not supplied) 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 [O...

Page 22 - Charging, Recording Times based on Battery Type; Actual recording time depends on usage.; The amount of continuous recording time available depends on; - The type and capacity of the Battery Pack you are using.

22 ENGLISH Charging, Recording Times based on Battery Type  If you close the LCD Screen, it switches off and the Viewﬁnder switches on automatically.  The continuous recording times given in the table below are approximations. Actual recording time depends on usage.  The continuous recording time...

Page 23 - Battery Level Display; At battery level ‘e’; Battery Pack Management; Do not disassemble, apply pressure to, or heat the Battery Pack.

23 ENGLISH Preparation Battery Level Display The battery level display indicates the amount of power remaining in the Battery Pack. a. Fully charged b. 20~40% used c. 40~80% used d. 80~95% used (red) e. Completely used (Blinking) (The DVD Camcorder will turn off soon, change the battery as soon as p...

Page 24 - Maintaining the Battery Pack; The recording time shortens dramatically in a cold environment.; Camera Mode; Make sure that the Battery Pack is fitted firmly into place.

24 ENGLISH Preparation Maintaining the Battery Pack  Please refer to the Table on page 22 for approximate continuous recording time.  The recording time is affected by temperature and environmental conditions.  The recording time shortens dramatically in a cold environment. The continuous recordi...

Page 25 - Connecting a Power Source; Using a Household Power Source

Power Switch 25 ENGLISH Preparation Connecting a Power Source  There are two types of power source that can be connected to your DVD 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 po...

Page 26 - About the Operating Modes; Mode Name; Using the Joystick

2 1 5 4 3 26 ENGLISH Preparation About the Operating Modes  The operating modes are determined by the position of the [Power] and [Mode] switches. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/ DC165WB(i) only) switch.  Set the Operation Mode by adjusting the [Power] and [Mode] (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) sw...

Page 27 - Using the QUICK MENU; QUICK MENU is used to access DVD Camcorder functions by using the

3 Outdoor STBY SP 30 min Q.MENU Exit DIS Program AE White Balance Digital Effect Shutter Exposure -RW VR 0:00:00 <When the White Balance option in Camera mode was selected.> 4 STBY 30 min SP -RW VR 0:00:00 1 STBY SP 30 min Off DIS Program AE White Balance Digital Effect Shutter Exposure Q.MENU...

Page 28 - Functions not marked with

OSD in Player Mode 27 25 26 24 12:00 01.JAN.2006 001 PB ZOOM 2.0x No disc! AV IN 10 SP 28 -RW VR 0:00:00 OSD in Camera Mode 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 1615 1413 1211 10 9 8 7 1 3 45 12:00 01.JAN.2006 S.1/50 6 Sepia Color N. 1/25 STBY 0:00:00 001 No disc! SP W T 30 min 20 -RW VR 2 2 6 16:9 Wide 23 W T 28 E...

Page 29 - recordable photo images); Press the

OSD in M.Player Mode 12:00 01.JAN.2006 5/10 No memory card! Slide 5 100-0005 4 56 7 8 OSD in M.Cam Mode 12:00 01.JAN.2006 600 8 min No memory card! W T 1 2 3 20 SMOV001.AVI 7 29 ENGLISH Preparation OSD (On Screen Display) in M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 1. Photo Q...

Page 30 - Initial Setting : System Menu Setting

5 01 JAN 2006 12 : 00 Adjust OK Select MENU Exit Camera Mode ►System Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Language Demonstration 8 01 JAN 2006 12 : 00 Move OK Select MENU Exit Camera Mode ►System Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Language Demonstration Complete! 4 Move OK Select MENU Exit Camera Mode ►System Clock...

Page 31 - Remote

6 Move OK Select MENU Exit Off On Camera Mode ►System Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Language Demonstration 4 Move OK Select MENU Exit Camera Mode ►System Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Language Demonstration ►On ►On ►English ►On 31 ENGLISH Initial Setting : System Menu Setting Setting the Wireless Remote...

Page 32 - Beep Sound

6 Move OK Select MENU Exit Off On Camera Mode ►System Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Language Demonstration 4 Move OK Select MENU Exit Camera Mode ►System Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Language Demonstration ►On ►On ►English ►On 32 ENGLISH Initial Setting : System Menu Setting Setting the Beep Sound (Bee...

Page 34 - Language

4 Move OK Select MENU Exit Camera Mode ►System Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Language Demonstration ►On ►On ►English ►On 34 ENGLISH Initial Setting : System Menu Setting Selecting the OSD Language (Language)  The Language function works in Camera Mode/Player Mode/M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode .  page 26 ...

Page 35 - Viewing the Demonstration (Demonstration); Demonstration

4 Move OK Select MENU Exit Camera Mode ►System Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Language Demonstration ►On ►On ►English ►On 6 Move OK Select MENU Exit Off On Camera Mode ►System Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Language Demonstration 7 SAMSUNG Camcorder is ... [Digital Camcorder] Demonstration 35 ENGLISH Init...

Page 36 - Initial Setting : Display Menu Setting

6 Move OK Select MENU Exit 15 Camera Mode ►Display LCD Bright LCD Colour Date/Time 4 Move OK Select MENU Exit Camera Mode ►Display LCD Bright LCD Colour Date/Time ►Off 36 ENGLISH Initial Setting : Display Menu Setting Adjusting the LCD Screen (LCD Bright/LCD Colour)  Adjusting the LCD Screen works ...

Page 37 - Notes

4 Move OK Select MENU Exit Camera Mode ►Display LCD Bright LCD Colour Date/Time ►Off Move OK Select MENU Exit Off Date Time Date&Time Camera Mode ►Display LCD Bright LCD Colour Date/Time 6 37 ENGLISH Initial Setting : Display Menu Setting Displaying the Date/Time (Date/Time)  The Date/Time func...

Page 38 - DVD Camcorder: Before Recording; Using the Viewfinder; In the; Adjusting the Focus; Close the LCD Screen and pull out the Viewfinder.; be harmful, or cause temporary impairment.

ENGLISH 38 DVD Camcorder: Before Recording Using the Viewﬁnder  In the [ (Camera)] or [ (Player)] mode, the Viewﬁnder will work when the LCD Screen is closed. Adjusting the Focus The focus adjustment knob of the Viewﬁnder enables individuals with vision problems to see clearer images. 1. Close the ...

Page 39 - Various Recording Techniques

ENGLISH 39 DVD Camcorder: Before Recording Various Recording Techniques  In some situations, different recording techniques may be required for more dramatic results. 1. General recording. 2. Downward recording. Making a recording with a top view of the LCD Screen. 3. Upward recording. Making a rec...

Page 40 - Inserting and Removing a Disc; Inserting a Disc; Caution; Warning

ENGLISH 40 DVD Camcorder: Before Recording Inserting and Removing a Disc  When inserting a disc or closing the disc cover, do not apply excessive force. It may cause a malfunction.  You cannot open the disc cover while loading.  Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) on...

Page 41 - When using a New Disc: Formatting a new Disc

ENGLISH 41 DVD Camcorder: Before Recording When using a New Disc: Formatting a new Disc Formatting may be required if a new disc is inserted. Recognition of the disc will start. For a DVD-R/+R DL disc: Formatting will automatically begin. For a DVD-RW disc: You are prompted with the <Disc is not ...

Page 43 - DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording; Making your First Recording

ENGLISH 43 DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording Making your First Recording 1. Connect a power source to the DVD Camcorder.  pages 21, 25  (A Battery Pack or a AC Power adapter)  Insert a disc.  page 40 2. Remove the Lens Cover. 3. Open the LCD Screen  Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] . (VP-DC163(i)/D...

Page 44 - Camera

ENGLISH 44 DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording Recording with Ease for Beginners (EASY.Q Mode)  The EASY.Q function works only in Camera Mode .  page 26  The EASY.Q function allows a beginner to easily make good recordings. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] . (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 2...

Page 45 - Using External Microphone

ENGLISH 45 DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording Using External Microphone Connect external microphone (not supplied) to the external microphone jack of this DVD Camcorder. Clearer sound can be recorded. Zooming In and Out  The Zoom function works in both Camera Mode and M.Cam Mode .  page 26  Zooming i...

Page 46 - To Start Recording

ENGLISH 46 DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording Using the Fade In and Out (FADE)  The Fade function works only in Camera Mode .  page 26  You can give your recording a professional look by using special effects such as fade in at the beginning of a sequence or fade out at the end of a sequence. To Star...

Page 48 - Using the Color Nite

ENGLISH 48 Using the Color Nite  Color Nite function works only in Camera Mode .  page 26  You can make the subject recorded appear to be in slow motion by controlling the shutter speed, or a brighter image in dark places without a compromise in colours.  Please disable 16:9 Wide mode to use the...

Page 50 - DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording

ENGLISH 50 Cutting Off Wind Noise (Wind Cut)  The Wind Cut function works only in Camera Mode .  page 26  Use the Wind Cut when recording in windy places such as the beach or near buildings.  The Wind Cut function minimizes wind noise or other noise while recording. - When the Wind Cut is on, so...

Page 51 - Recommended Shutter Speeds When Recording

ENGLISH 51 Setting the Shutter Speed & Exposure (Shutter/Exposure)  The Shutter Speed function works only in Camera Mode .  page 26  The Exposure function works in both Camera Mode and M.Cam Mode .  page 26  The Shutter Speed and Exposure functions can be set in the QUICK MENU. 1. Set the [...

Page 52 - Auto Focus / Manual Focus; Auto Focus

ENGLISH 52 Auto Focus / Manual Focus  The Auto Focus/Manual Focus function works in both Camera Mode and M.Cam Mode .  page 26  In most situations, it is better to use the automatic focus feature, as it enables you to concentrate on the creative side of your recording.  Manual focusing may be ne...

Page 53 - Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (Program AE); Program AE

ENGLISH 53 Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (Program AE)  The Program AE function works only in Camera Mode .  page 26  The Program AE mode allows you to adjust shutter speeds and apertures to suit different recording conditions.  They give you creative control over the depth of ﬁeld.  <A...

Page 54 - Setting the Program AE

ENGLISH 54 Setting the Program AE 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] . (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Camera)] . 3. Press the [MENU] button.  The menu list will appear. 4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Camera> , then press the [Joystick(OK)...

Page 55 - Setting the White Balance (White Balance)

ENGLISH 55 Setting the White Balance (White Balance)  The White Balance function works in both Camera Mode and M.Cam Mode .  page 26  The White Balance is a recording function that preserves the unique image colour of the subject in any recording condition.  You may select the appropriate White ...

Page 56 - Setting the Custom White Balance

ENGLISH 56 DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording Setting the Custom White Balance  You can adjust the white balance as you wish based on the recording environment. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD] . (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Camera)] . 3. Press ...

Page 57 - Applying Digital Effects (Digital Effect); Digital Effect

ENGLISH 57 DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording Applying Digital Effects (Digital Effect)  The Digital Effect function works only in Camera Mode .  page 26  The Digital Effects enable you to give a creative look to your recording.  Select the appropriate Digital Effect for the type of picture that ...

Page 58 - Selecting the Digital Effects

ENGLISH 58 Selecting the Digital Effects 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] . (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Camera)] . 3. Press the [MENU] button.  The menu list will appear. 4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Camera> , then press the [Joyst...

Page 60 - Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS)

ENGLISH 60 DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS)  The DIS function works only in Camera Mode .  page 26  DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) is a function that compensates for any shaking or hand movement while holding the DVD Camcorder (within reasonable limits)...

Page 61 - Zooming In and Out with Digital Zoom (Digital Zoom); Selecting the Digital Zoom

ENGLISH 61 DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording Zooming In and Out with Digital Zoom (Digital Zoom)  The Digital Zoom works only in Camera Mode .  page 26  Zooming more than 33x is achieved digitally, up to 1200x when combined with optical zoom.  The picture quality may deteriorate depending on how...

Page 62 - DVD Camcorder: Thumbnail index and Playlist; What is the Thumbnail Index?; recording. Once deleted, you cannot recover the title scene again.

ENGLISH 62 DVD Camcorder: Thumbnail index and Playlist What is the Thumbnail Index?  The thumbnail index displays multiple titles scenes that have been recorded.  A title scene is created between the points where you start and stop a recording. Once deleted, you cannot recover the title scene agai...

Page 63 - Playing Title Scenes; Adjusting the Volume; DVD Camcorder

ENGLISH 63 Playing Title Scenes DVD-RW/+RW/-R/+R DL The recorded title scenes are displayed as a thumbnail index (multiple images) on the LCD Screen. You can ﬁ nd the desired scene quickly using this convenient index. If the TFT LCD screen is closed, you can view the recording through the viewﬁ nder...

Page 64 - Various Functions while in Player Mode; Player

ENGLISH 64 DVD Camcorder Various Functions while in Player Mode DVD-RW/+RW/-R/+R DL  These functions work only in Player Mode .  page 26  Play, Still, Stop, Fast Forward, Rewind, Forward Skip, and Reverse Skip functions are accessible using the remote control. (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) on...

Page 65 - Forward Slow Playback

ENGLISH 65 DVD Camcorder Slow Playback (Forward/Reverse) (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Forward Slow Playback  Press the [|  ] button on the remote control during playback. - To resume normal playback, press the [   ] button.

Page 67 - Delete

ENGLISH 67 DVD Camcorder Deleting a Title Scene (Delete) DVD -RW/+RW  Delete function works only in Player Mode .  page 26  Individual or all title scenes can be deleted. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] . (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Player)] .  The ...

Page 68 - Deleting a Section of a Title Scene (Partial Delete); Partial Delete

ENGLISH 68 DVD Camcorder Deleting a Section of a Title Scene (Partial Delete) DVD-RW(VR mode)  Partial Delete function works only in Player Mode .  page 26  A Title scene can be partially deleted.  The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode). You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode bef...

Page 69 - DVD Camcorder: Playlist

ENGLISH 69 Creating a New Playlist (New Playlist) DVD-RW(VR mode)  This function works only in Player Mode .  page 26  The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode). You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording.  page 41 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] . (VP-DC163(i)/DC165...

Page 70 - Playing the Playlist

ENGLISH 70 DVD Camcorder: Playlist Playing the Playlist DVD-RW(VR mode)  This function works only in Player Mode .  page 26  The Playlist scenes are displayed in the form of a thumbnail index on the LCD Screen. If the LCD Screen is closed, you can view the recording through the viewﬁ nder. Use th...

Page 77 - Deleting a Section of a Playlist (Edit Playlist - Partial Delete)

ENGLISH 77 DVD Camcorder: Playlist Deleting a Section of a Playlist (Edit Playlist - Partial Delete) DVD-RW(VR mode)  This function works only in Player Mode .  page 26  A Playlist scene can be partially deleted.  The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode). You should format the DVD-R...

Page 79 - DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager

ENGLISH 79 DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager Disc Information (Disc Info) DVD-RW/+RW/-R/+R DL  This function works in both Camera Mode and Player Mode .  page 26 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] . (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Camera)] or [ (Player)] . 3. Pres...

Page 83 - Playing Back on a PC with DVD drive; Playing back a finalised disc on a DVD Player/Recorder; To Playback a disc

ENGLISH 83 Playing Back on a PC with DVD drive  The DVD disc can be played on a PC with a DVD running media (DVD drive). 1. Turn on your PC. 2. Insert a ﬁnalised disc into the DVD drive of the PC.  Starts DVD playback application software and the disc will play.  If DVD playback application does ...

Page 85 - DVD Camcorder: Connection

ENGLISH 85 DVD Camcorder: Connection Setting the AV In/Out (VP-DC161i/DC161Wi/DC161WBi/DC163i/DC165Wi/DC165WBi only)  AV In/Out function works only in Player Mode .  page 26  AV In/Out setting enables you to record signals from external sources. Also you can send your videos to external devices t...

Page 86 - Viewing Recordings on TV; Playing back on a TV Monitor

ENGLISH 86 DVD Camcorder: Connection Viewing Recordings on TV  The Playback function works only in Player Mode .  page 26 Playing back on a TV Monitor  To play back a disc, the television must be PAL compatible.  page 116  We recommend that you use the AC Power adapter as the power source for t...

Page 87 - Connecting to a TV which has no Audio/Video Input Jacks

ENGLISH 87 DVD Camcorder: Connection Connecting to a TV which has no Audio/Video Input Jacks  You can connect your DVD Camcorder to a TV through a VCR. 1. Connect the DVD Camcorder to your VCR with the Multi-AV cable.  The yellow jack: Video  The white jack: Audio(L) - Mono  The red jack: Audio(...

Page 88 - Copying a Disc onto a Tape

ENGLISH 88 DVD Camcorder: Connection Copying a Disc onto a Tape  The copying function works only in Player Mode .  page 26  Connect your DVD Camcorder to a VCR using the AV/S jack to dub the recording from a disc onto a VCR tape. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] . (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB...

Page 90 - Memory Card Functions

ENGLISH 90 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Using a Memory Card (Usable Memory Card) (not supplied)  The Memory Card stores and manages Photo/Moving images recorded by the DVD Camcorder.  Before inserting or ejecting the Memory Card, set the [Power] switch to [Off]...

Page 91 - Structure of Folders and Files on the Memory Card; Image Format; Photo Image

DCIM 100 SSDVCDCAM 0001 DCAM 0002 101SSDVC ... . <Photo Image> <Moving Image> ENGLISH 91 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Notes  Do not apply excessive force when you insert/eject the Memory Card.  Do not turn the power off while recording, loading, era...

Page 92 - Selecting the Photo Quality (Photo Quality); Photo Quality; Select the Photo Quality; Normal; Number of Images that can be stored on a Memory Card

6 Move OK Select MENU Exit M.Cam Mode ►Memory Photo Quality File No. Super Fine Fine Normal 4 Move OK Select MENU Exit M.Cam Mode ►Memory Photo Quality File No. ►Super Fine ►Series 7 790 8 min ENGLISH 92 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Selecting the Photo Quality (P...

Page 96 - To view a Slide Show

5/10 Slide 100-0005 ENGLISH 96 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) To view a Slide Show 1. Use the [Joystick] to select a desired photo image, then press the [Joystick(OK)] . 2. Press the [   (S.SHOW)] button in the single image display mode.  All images will be play...

Page 97 - Protection from accidental Erasure (Protect); Protect

7 Move OK Select MENU Exit Off On M.Player Mode ►Memory Delete Delete All Protect Print Mark Format 3 Photo 100-0001 [1/10] Previous Page Next Page Photo 100-0001 [1/10] Previous Page Next Page ENGLISH 97 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Protection from accidental Er...

Page 98 - Deleting Photo Images and Moving Images (Delete)

6 Move OK Select MENU Exit M.Player Mode ►Memory Delete Delete All Protect Print Mark Format 3 Photo 100-0001 [1/10] Previous Page Next Page 7 Photo 100-0001 [1/10] Delete? Yes No Previous Page Next Page ENGLISH 98 Deleting Photo Images and Moving Images (Delete)  The Delete function works only in ...

Page 99 - Deleting All Images at Once; Steps from 1 to 5 are the same as described in p.98

6 Move OK Select MENU Exit M.Player Mode ►Memory Delete Delete All Protect Print Mark Format 7 Photo 100-0001 [1/10] Delete all? Yes No Previous Page Next Page ENGLISH 99 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Deleting All Images at Once Steps from 1 to 5 are the same as d...

Page 101 - Saving Moving Images onto a Memory Card

4 0:00:30 16 min REC  ENGLISH 101 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Recording Moving Images (MPEG) on a Memory Card  You can record moving images while in M.Cam Mode .  page 26  You can record moving images with audio on the Memory Card.  The screen format of the...

Page 103 - Recording Still images onto a Memory Card during DVD playback

4  001 SP 0:00:01 -RW VR Photo capture 3 [1/9] Previous Page Next Page ENGLISH 103 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Recording Still images onto a Memory Card during DVD playback DVD-RW/+RW/-R/+R DL  This function works only in Player Mode .  page 26  If you press...

Page 105 - Removing the Print Mark

ENGLISH 105 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Removing the Print Mark To remove all Print Marks, select <All Off> . To remove an individual ﬁle’s Print Mark, select the ﬁle and set <This File> to <000> . Notes  You can directly access the Print Mark...

Page 106 - Printing Your Pictures-Using the PictBridgeTM; PictBridge

5 Move OK Select MENU Exit Computer Printer M.Player Mode ►System Clock Set Remote Beep Sound USB Connect Language 4 Move OK Select MENU Exit M.Player Mode ►System Clock Set Remote Beep Sound USB Connect Language ►On ►On ►Computer ►English 8 M.Player Mode ►Pict Bridge Print Copies Date/Time 5/10 Pre...

Page 107 - Setting the Number of Prints

2 M.Player Mode ►Pict Bridge Print Copies Date/Time 001 Previous Next 5/10 4 Off Date Time Date&Time M.Player Mode ►Pict Bridge Print Copies Date/Time Previous Next 5/10 ENGLISH 107 PictBridge™ (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Setting the Number of Prints 1. Move the [Joystick] up or down...

Page 108 - Using USB Interface; Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection; USB interface between the DVD Camcorder and a Mac is not possible.

ENGLISH 108 USB Interface (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Using USB Interface Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection  The DVD Camcorder supports both USB 1.1 and 2.0 standards. (Depends on the PC speciﬁcation)  You can transfer a recorded ﬁle in memory Card to a PC via a USB...

Page 110 - USB Connect

5 Move OK Select MENU Exit Computer Printer M.Player Mode ►System Clock Set Remote Beep Sound USB Connect Language 4 Move OK Select MENU Exit M.Player Mode ►System Clock Set Remote Beep Sound USB Connect Language ►On ►On ►Computer ►English ENGLISH 110 USB Interface (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) ...

Page 111 - Installing DV Media PRO Program; Turn on your PC. Exit all other running applications.; Installing Driver - DV Driver and DirectX 9.0; Windows 98 SE users need to restart Windows.; Application Installation - Video Codec

ENGLISH 111 USB Interface (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Installing DV Media PRO Program  You need to install DV Media PRO Program to play back movie ﬁles recorded by the DVD Camcorder on your PC. Before your start!  Turn on your PC. Exit all other running applications.  Insert the provi...

Page 113 - Connecting to a PC; Disconnecting the USB Cable

ENGLISH 113 USB Interface (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Connecting to a PC 1. Connect a USB cable to the USB jack on the PC. 2. Connect the other end of the USB cable into the USB jack on the DVD Camcorder. (USB jack)  If a PC is connected to the DVD Camcorder with a USB cable, only [Powe...

Page 114 - Using the PC Camera Function

1 2 ENGLISH 114 USB Interface (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Using the PC Camera Function  This function works only in Camera Mode .  page 26  To use the PC Camera function, the DV Driver , Video Codec and DirectX 9.0 programs must be installed in the PC.  You can use this DVD Camcorder...

Page 115 - Using the USB Streaming Function

ENGLISH 115 USB Interface (VP-DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) only) Using the USB Streaming Function  This function works in both Camera Mode and Player Mode .  page 26  To use USB streaming, the DV Driver , Video Codec and DirectX 9.0 programs must be installed in the PC.  You can view DVD Camcor...

Page 116 - Maintenance; Using Your DVD Camcorder Abroad; Each country or region has its own electric and colour systems.; Power sources

ENGLISH 116 Maintenance Using Your DVD Camcorder Abroad  Each country or region has its own electric and colour systems.  Before using your DVD Camcorder abroad, check the following items. Power sources  You can use your DVD Camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC Power adapter with...

Page 117 - Troubleshooting; When there is dew condensation, put aside for a while before using

ENGLISH 117 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 in <Camera/Player> Modes Display Blinking Informs that... Action Slow ...

Page 119 - Symptom

ENGLISH 119 Troubleshooting  If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service certre. Symptom Explanation/Solution You cannot switch the DVD Camcorder on.  Check the Battery Pack or the AC Power adapter. The DVD Camcorder shuts off automatically.  Y...

Page 122 - Setting menu items

ENGLISH 122 Troubleshooting Setting menu items Main Menu Sub Menu Functions Available Mode Page Camera Mode Player Mode M.Cam * Mode M.Player * Mode Camera Program AE Selecting the Program AE Function  53 White Balance Setting White Balance   55 Digital Effect Setting the Digital special effect ...

Page 123 - “Memory Stick” and “

ENGLISH 123 Troubleshooting Main Menu Sub Menu Functions Available Mode Page Camera Mode Player Mode M.Cam * Mode M.Player * Mode System Clock Set Setting the date/time     30 Remote  Using the remote control     31 Beep Sound Setting the Beep sound     32 Shutter Sound* Setting the Shu...

Page 124 - Specifications

ENGLISH 124 Speciﬁcations Model Name: VP-DC161(i)/DC161W(i)/DC161WB(i)/DC163(i)/DC165W(i)/DC165WB(i) System Video signal PAL Picture Compression format MPEG-2 Audio Compression format D O L B Y ® D I G I TA L S T E R E O C R E AT O R Recording Quality XP (about 9Mbps), SP (about 6Mbps), LP (about 3M...

Page 125 - Index

ENGLISH 125 Index - A - Accessories ...................................... 13 Add .................................................... 72 MF/AF ................................................ 52 AV In/Out ........................................... 85 - B - Beep Sound .................................

Page 127 - Unit C, Stafford Park 12

UNITED KINGDOM REPUBLIC OF IRELAND This Samsung product is warranted for the period of twelve (12) months from the original date of purchase, against defective materials and workmanship. In the event that warranty service is required, you should return the product to the retailer from whom it was pu...

Page 131 - Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE

ENGLISH Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care centre. Region Country Customer Care Centre Web Site North America CANADA 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) www.samsung.com/ca MEXICO 01-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) www.s...

Page 132 - THIS DVD CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY:; RoHS compliant

ENGLISH THIS DVD CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY: AD68-00993J RoHS compliant Our product complies with “The Restriction Of the use of certain Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic equipment”, and we do not use the 6 hazardous materials- Cadmium(Cd), Lead (Pb), Mercury (Hg), Hexavalent Chrom...