Page 2 - ENGLISH; Contents
ENGLISH Contents 2 2 Features .............................................................................................................. 11Accessories Supplied with Camcorder .................................................................12Front & Left View ...................................
Page 4 - USB
ENGLISH Contents 4 4 Applying Digital Effects..........................................................................................65 Selecting the Digital Effects ............................................................................66 Zooming In and Out with Digital Zoom ...................
Page 5 - PictBridge
Selecting the Image Quality ..................................................................................91 Select the Image Quality ................................................................................91Number of Images on the Memory Card ...............................................
Page 6 - Notes and Safety Instructions; Notes regarding the Rotation of the LCD Screen
ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions 6 6 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 thatconnects the LCD screen to theCamcorder. 1. LCD screen closed. 2. Standard recording using the ...
Page 7 - A sudden rise in atmospheric temperature may cause; Notes regarding Camcorder; DVD
ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions 7 7 Television programs, video tapes, DVD titles, films, and other programmaterials may be copyrighted.Unauthorized copying of copyrighted material may be against the law.All the trade names and registered trademarks mentioned in thismanual or other documentatio...
Page 8 - Notes regarding the Battery Pack; Make sure that the Battery pack is fitted firmly into place.; Notes regarding the Video Head Cleaning; CAMERA
ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions 8 8 When the battery reaches the end of its life, please contact yourlocal dealer. The batteries have to be dealt with as chemical waste. Notes regarding the Battery Pack ■ It is recommended to use original battery pack that is available atSAMSUNG service center...
Page 9 - The LCD screen has been; Note regarding the Lens
ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions 9 9 Do not film with the camera lens pointing directly at the sun.Direct sunlight can damage the CCD(Charge Coupled Device). 1. Do not position the Camcorder such that the Viewfinder is pointing towards the sun.Direct sunlight can damage the inside of the Viewfi...
Page 10 - Precaution regarding the Lithium Battery; Warning: Keep the Lithium battery out of reach of children.; Servicing
ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions 10 10 Precaution regarding the Lithium Battery 1. The Lithium battery maintains the clock function and user settings; even if the Battery pack or AC adapter is removed. 2. The Lithium battery for the Camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from tim...
Page 11 - Getting to Know Your Camcorder; Features
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder 11 11 Features ■ Multi OSD Language You can select the desired OSD language from OSD List. ■ Digital Data Transfer Function with IEEE1394 By incorporating the IEEE 1394 (i.LINK™: i.LINK is a serial data transferprotocol and interconnectivity system, used to tra...
Page 12 - Accessories Supplied with Camcorder; Optional Accessories; Basic Accessories
1.2. (AA-E8 ) 3.4. AUDIO/VIDEO ( / ) 5.6. ( SC-D354/D355) ( :CR2025) 7. ( SC-D354/D355) 8. USB ( SC-D352/ D353/D354/D355) 9. CD( SC-D352/ D353/D354/D355) 10. . 11. . 12. S13. ( SC-D353/354/D355) Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with yourdigital video camera. 1. Lithium Ion...
Page 14 - Left Side View; Focus adjustment knob
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder 14 14 Left Side View 1. DISPLAY (see page 25) 2. MACRO/PB ZOOM (see page 44/see page 75) 3. Speaker 4. Mode switch (MEMORY CARD/TAPE) (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 5. Focus adjustment knob 6. Viewfinder 7. COLOR NITE SHUTTER (see page 47) (SC-D351/D353 only) 7. COLO...
Page 16 - Lithium battery cover
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder 16 16 Rear & Bottom View 1. Lithium battery cover 2. Charging indicator 3. Memory card slot (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 4. Battery release 5. Tripod receptacle 5. Tripod receptacle 3. Memory card slot (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 1. Lithium battery cover 4. Batter...
Page 17 - SLOW
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder 17 17 Remote Control (SC-D354/D355 only) SC-D354/D355 1. PHOTO (see page 68) 2. START/STOP 3. SELF TIMER (see page 43) 4. ZERO MEMORY (see page 42) 5. PHOTO SEARCH 6. A.DUB (see page 77) 7. (FF) 8. (REW) 9. (PLAY) 10. Direction ( / ) (see page 73) 11. F. ADV (s...
Page 18 - Preparation; Adjusting the Hand Strap; ZOOM; Attaching the Lens Cover
ENGLISH Preparation 18 18 Adjusting the Hand Strap It is very important to ensure that the Hand strap has been correctlyadjusted 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 ...
Page 19 - Warning: Keep the Lithium battery out of the reach of the; Lithium Battery Installation; Battery Installation for the Internal Clock
ENGLISH Preparation 19 19 ✤ The Lithium battery maintains the clock function and presetcontents of the memory; even if the Battery pack or AC Poweradapter is removed. ✤ The Lithium battery for the Camcorder lasts about 6 months undernormal operation from the time of installation. ✤ When the Lithium ...
Page 20 - Connecting a Power Source
ENGLISH Preparation 20 20 Connecting a Power Source There are two types of power source that can be connected to yourCamcorder.- The AC Power adapter and AC Cord: used for indoor recording.- The Battery pack: used for outdoor recording. 1. Connect the AC Power adapter to the AC Cord. 2. Connect the ...
Page 21 - Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack
ENGLISH Preparation 21 21 Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack ✤ The amount of continuous recording time available depends on- The type and capacity of the Battery pack you are using. - How often the zoom function is used.It is recommended that you have several batteries available. 1. Attach the Batte...
Page 22 - Do not disassemble, apply pressure to or heat the Battery pack.; Charging
ENGLISH Preparation 22 22 Table of continuous Recording Time based on Model and BatteryType. ✤ If you close the LCD screen, it switches off and the Viewfinderswitches on automatically. ✤ The continuous recording times given in the table below areapproximations.Actual recording time depends on usage....
Page 23 - Battery Level Display
ENGLISH Preparation 23 23 The battery level display indicates the amount ofpower remaining in the Battery pack. a. Fully chargedb. 20~40% usedc. 40~80% usedd. 80~95% usede. Completely used (Blinking) (The Camcorder will turn off soon, change thebattery as soon as possible.) [ Notes ] ■ Please refer ...
Page 24 - OSD in Camera Mode; OSD in Player Mode
ENGLISH Preparation 24 24 OSD (On Screen Display in Camera/Player Modes) 1. Battery level (see page 23)2. Digital effects mode (see page 65)3. EASY.Q (see page 40)4. DIS (see page 61)5. Program AE (see page 63)6. White balance mode (see page 59)7. Shutter speed (see page 57)8. Exposure (see page 57)...
Page 25 - DISPLAY; button on the left side; In CAMERA Mode
1. Photo quality2. CARD (Memory Card) indicator3. Image counter Total number of recordable still images. 4. Image recording and loading indicator5. Erase protection indicator (see page 97)6. Print mark (see page 108)7. Folder number-file number (see page 89)8. JPEG image size9. Slide show ■ Turning ...
Page 26 - System Menu Setting; Selecting the OSD Language
ENGLISH 26 26 System Menu Setting Selecting the OSD Language ✤ The Language function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Playermodes. ✤ Select the appropriate OSD language among from OSD List. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER . 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY CARD . (SC-D353/D354/355 ...
Page 27 - Setting the Clock
ENGLISH System Menu Setting 27 27 ✤ Clock setup works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes. ✤ The Date/Time is automatically recorded onto a tape.Before recording, please set the Date/Time. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER . 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY CARD . (SC-D353/D354/D...
Page 28 - Camera
✤ The Remote function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Playermodes. ✤ The Remote option allows you to enable or disable the remotecontrol for use with the Camcorder. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER . 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY CARD . 3. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list ...
Page 29 - Setting the Beep Sound
ENGLISH System Menu Setting 29 29 Setting the Beep Sound ✤ The Beep Sound function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Playermodes. ✤ You can turn the Beep Sound on or off, when on, each press of abutton sounds a beep. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER . 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY...
Page 30 - Player
✤ The Shutter Sound function works in both Player and M.Cammodes. ✤ You can turn the Shutter Sound on or off, when on, with eachpress of the PHOTO button the Shutter will Sound. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER . 2. If the Power switch is set to CAMERA mode, set the Mode switch to MEMORY ...
Page 31 - Viewing the Demonstration
✤ Before you begin: Make Sure that there is no tape inserted in theCamcorder. (see page 36) ✤ Demonstration automatically shows you the major functions thatare included with your Camcorder so that you mayuse them more easily. ✤ The Demonstration function may only be used in theCamera mode without a ...
Page 32 - Display Menu Setting; Adjusting the LCD Screen
✤ This function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Player modes. ✤ Your Camcorder is equipped with a 2.36 inch color Liquid CrystalDisplay(LCD) screen, which enables you to view what you arerecording or playing back directly. ✤ Depending on the conditions under which you are using theCamcorder (indoors ...
Page 33 - Displaying the Date/Time
ENGLISH ✤ The Date/Time function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Playermodes. ✤ The date and time are automatically recorded on a special dataarea of the tape. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER . 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE or MEMORY CARD . (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 3. Press the MENU butt...
Page 34 - Setting the TV Display
✤ The TV Display function works in Camera/Player/M.Cam/M.Playermodes. ✤ You can select the output path of the OSD (On Screen Display).- Off: The OSD appears in the LCD screen and Viewfinder only. - On: The OSD appears in the LCD screen, Viewfinder and TV. - Use the DISPLAY button located at the left...
Page 35 - Basic Recording; Adjusting the Focus; Using the Viewfinder
ENGLISH Basic Recording 35 35 ✤ In the PLAYER mode, the Viewfinder will work when the LCDscreen is closed. ✤ In the CAMERA mode, the Viewfinder will work when the LCDscreen is closed or rotated counterclockwise 180°. The focus adjustment knob of the Viewfinder enablesindividuals with vision problems...
Page 36 - Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette; TAPE EJECT
36 36 ENGLISH Basic Recording Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette ✤ When inserting a tape or closing the cassette compartment, do notapply excessive force. As it may cause a malfunction. ✤ Do not use any tape other than Mini DV cassettes. 1. Connect a power source and slide the TAPE EJECT switch. ■ Th...
Page 37 - Choose a comfortable, stable position for the shots that; Recording with the Viewfinder; Hints for Stable Image Recording
ENGLISH Basic Recording 37 37 ✤ While recording, it is very important to hold the Camcordercorrectly. ✤ Fix the lens cover firmly by clipping it to the hand strap.(see page 18) 1. Hold the Camcorder firmly using the hand strap.2. Place your right elbow against your side.3. Place your left hand under...
Page 38 - Various Recording Techniques
38 38 ENGLISH Basic Recording ✤ In some situations different recording techniques may be requiredfor more dramatic results. 1. General recording. 2. Downward recording. Making a recording with a top view of theLCD screen. 3. Upward recording. Making a recording viewing the LCD screenfrom below. 4. S...
Page 39 - Making your First Recording
ENGLISH Basic Recording 39 39 Making your First Recording 1. Connect a power source to the Camcorder. (see page 20)(A Battery pack or a AC Poweradapter) Insert a cassette.(see page 36) 2. Remove the Lens cover. 3. Set the Power switch to CAMERA . ■ Open the LCD screen. ■ Set the Mode switch to TAPE ...
Page 40 - Power; Mode; PHOTO
Basic Recording ✤ The EASY.Q mode works only in Camera mode. ✤ The EASY.Q mode allows a beginner to easily make good recordings. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA . 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE . (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 3. By pressing the EASY.Q button, all functions on the Camcorder will be set ...
Page 41 - REC SEARCH
ENGLISH 41 41 Basic Recording Record Search (REC SEARCH) When a cassette is loaded and the Camcorder is left in the STBYmode for more than 5 minutes without being used, it will switch offautomatically.To use it again, press the Start/Stop button or set the Power switchto Off and then back to CAMERA....
Page 44 - Zooming In and Out; MACRO
44 44 ENGLISH Basic Recording ✤ The Zoom function works in both Camera and M.Cam modes. ✤ Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size ofthe subject in a scene. ✤ You can zoom using variable zoom speeds. ✤ Use these features for different shots. Please note that over-use ofthe Zoom...
Page 45 - Using the Fade In and Out
ENGLISH Basic Recording 45 45 ✤ The FADE function works only in Camera mode. ✤ 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. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA . 2. Set the Mode switch to TAP...
Page 47 - Using the Color Nite Shutter
ENGLISH Basic Recording 47 47 ✤ COLOR NITE SHUTTER function works only in Camera mode. ✤ Shutter speed can be controlled, allowing you to record slowmoving objects. ✤ COLOR NITE SHUTTER function may produce a brighter image. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA . 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE . (SC-D3...
Page 51 - Advanced Recording; Use of various Functions; Setting menu items
ENGLISH 51 51 Advanced Recording Use of various Functions ( ! ): SC-D353/D354/D355 only ( @ ): SC-D355 only ( # ): SC-D354/D355 only M.Cam ! M.Player ! ✔ ✔✔✔✔ ✔✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔✔✔✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔✔✔✔✔ ✔✔ 63, 64 59 65, 66 61 67 68 105 78 54 55 56 76 90 91, 92 103, 104 99, 100 99 97, 98 108, 109 107 101 93 Pro...
Page 53 - Function availability in each Mode; O : The requested mode will work in this operating mode.
ENGLISH 53 53 Advanced Recording Function availability in each Mode O :X : : , ✩ : , ( ) ! : SC-D352/D354/D355. , O : The requested mode will work in this operating mode. ✕ : You can not change the requested mode.: The requested mode will work. ✩ : The requested mode will work. (operating mode data ...
Page 54 - Selecting the Record Mode
54 54 ENGLISH Advanced Recording ✤ The Record Mode function works in both Camera and Player (DV IN) modes. ✤ This Camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard play)mode and in LP (long play) mode.- SP (standard play): This mode permits 60 minutes of recordingtime with a DVM60 tape. - LP (long pl...
Page 55 - Selecting Audio Mode
ENGLISH 55 55 Advanced Recording ✤ The Audio Mode function works in both Camera and Player modes. ✤ This Camcorder records sound in two ways. (12Bit, 16Bit)- 12Bit: You can record two 12Bit stereo sound tracks.The original stereo sound can be recorded onto the Main(Sound1) track. Additional stereo s...
Page 57 - Setting the Shutter Speed & Exposure; Recommended Shutter Speeds when Recording; Program AE
ENGLISH 57 57 Advanced Recording ✤ You can set Shutter Speed only in Camera mode. ✤ The Exposure function works in both Camera and M.Cam modes. ✤ Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by simply using the Menu selector. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA . 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE . (...
Page 58 - Auto Focus/Manual Focus
✤ The Auto Focus/Manual Focus function works in both Camera andM.Cam modes. ✤ In most situations, it is better to use the automatic focus feature, asit enables you to concentrate on the creative side of your recording. ✤ Manual focusing may be necessary under certain conditions thatmake automatic fo...
Page 59 - Setting the White Balance; White Balance
✤ The White Balance function works in both Camera and M.Cammodes. ✤ The White Balance is a recording function that preserves theunique image color of the object in any recording condition. ✤ You may select the appropriate White Balance mode to obtaingood quality image color. ■ Auto ( ): This mode is...
Page 61 - Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS); DIS; DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer
✤ The DIS function works only in Camera mode. ✤ DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) is a function that compensates forany shaking or hand movement while holding the Camcorder(within reasonable limits). ✤ It provides more stable pictures when:- Recording with the zoom (DIS is not available in Digital Zoom...
Page 63 - Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (Program AE)
ENGLISH Advanced Recording 63 63 ✤ The Program AE function works only in Camera mode. ✤ The Program AE mode allows you to adjust shutter speeds andapertures to suit different recording conditions. ✤ They give you creative control over the depth of field. ■ Auto mode ( ) - Auto balance between the su...
Page 65 - Applying Digital Effects; The Digital Effect function works only in Camera mode.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording 65 65 Applying Digital Effects ✤ The Digital Effect function works only in Camera mode. ✤ The Digital Effects enable you to give a creative look to yourrecording. ✤ Select the appropriate Digital Effect for the type of picture that youwish to record and the effect you wish...
Page 67 - Zooming In and Out with Digital Zoom; Selecting the Digital Zoom
✤ Zoom works only in Camera mode. ✤ Zooming more than 20x is achieved digitally, up to 900x whencombined with optical zoom. ✤ The picture quality may deteriorate depending on how much youzoom in on the subject. ✤ We recommend that you use the DIS feature withDigital Zoom for picture stability. (see ...
Page 68 - Searching for a Photo Image; Photo Image Recording
✤ Photo image recording works only in Camera mode. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA . 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE . (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 3. Press the PHOTO button. ■ The still picture is recorded for about 6~7 seconds. 4. After the PHOTO has been recorded, the Camcorder returns to its previo...
Page 69 - Playback; Playing Back a Tape You have recorded on the LCD Screen
ENGLISH Playback 69 69 ✤ The playback function works only in Player mode. ✤ You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD screen. 1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER . 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE . (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 3. Insert the tape you wish to view. (see page 36)4. Open the LCD screen. ...
Page 70 - Controlling Sound from the Speaker
ENGLISH Playback 70 70 ✤ The Speaker works only in Player mode. ✤ When you use the LCD screen for playback, you can hearrecorded sound from the built-in Speaker.- Take the following steps to lower the volume or mute the sound while playing a tape on the Camcorder. 1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER ....
Page 71 - Tape Playback
ENGLISH Playback 71 71 ✤ The playback function works only in Player mode. ✤ It is practical to view a tape using the LCD screen when in a car oroutdoors. ✤ To play back a tape, the television must be NTSC compatible.(see page 114) ✤ We recommend that you use the AC Power adapter as the powersource f...
Page 73 - Various Functions while in Player Mode
ENGLISH Playback 73 73 ✤ This function works only in Player mode. ✤ The PLAY, STILL, STOP, FF, REW buttons are located on theCamcorder and the remote control. (SC-D354/D355 only) ✤ The F.ADV(Frame advance), X2, SLOW buttons are located on theremote control only. (SC-D354/D355 only) ✤ To prevent tape...
Page 77 - Dubbing Sound
✤ The Audio Dubbing function works only in Player Mode. ✤ You can not dub sound on a pre-recorded tape in LP or 16 bit mode. ✤ You can add sound to the original sound on a pre-recorded taperecorded in SP mode with 12bit sound. ✤ Use the internal or an external microphone(not supplied) or otheraudio ...
Page 78 - Dubbed Audio Playback
ENGLISH Playback 78 78 1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER . 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE . (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 3. Insert the dubbed tape and press the MENU button. 4. Move the Menu selector to the left or right to select Tape , then press the Menu selector . 5. Move the Menu selector to the le...
Page 79 - Connecting to a PC
ENGLISH IEEE 1394 Data Transfer 79 79 ■ Connecting to other DV standard products.A standard DV connection is quite simple.If a product has a DV port, you can transfer data by connecting tothe DV port using the correct cable. !!! Please be careful since there are two types of DV ports, (4pin, 6pin). ...
Page 81 - USB Interface
ENGLISH USB Interface (SC-D352/D353/D354/D355 only) ✤ The camcorder supports both USB 1.1 and 2.0 standards.(Depends on the PC specification) ✤ You can easily transfer a image from a Memory card to a PC withoutadditional add-on cards via a USB connection. ✤ You can transfer a recorded file in memory...
Page 84 - Installing DV Media Pro 1.0 Program; Program Installation
ENGLISH USB Interface (SC-D352/D353/D354/D355 only) ✤ To play back MPEG moving pictures recorded by the camcorder orstreaming data transferred through the USB connection on a PC, theVideo Codec program should be installed. ✤ Do not connect the Camcorder to PC before installing the program. ✤ If anot...
Page 87 - Digital Still Camera Mode; Memory Stick Functions; Memory Stick
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 87 87 ( SC-D353/D354/D355) ✤ The Memory Stick stores and manages imagesrecorded by the Camcorder. ■ Recording still images and MPEG4 movies ■ Viewing still images and MPEG4 movies- Single- Slide show (Still images only)- Multi display (Still...
Page 89 - Selecting the Camcorder Mode
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 89 89 ( SC-D353/D354/D355) ✤ The still images that you recorded are saved inJPEG file format on the Memory card. ✤ The moving images that you recorded are savedin MPEG4 file format on the Memory card. ✤ Each file has a file number and all fi...
Page 91 - Selecting the Image Quality
ENGLISH 91 91 Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) ( SC-D353/D354/D355) ✤ Photo Quality function works in Player/M.Cam modes. ✤ You can select the quality of a still images to berecorded. 1. Set the Power switch to CAMERA or PLAYER . 2. If the Power switch is set to CAMERA mode, set th...
Page 92 - to left or right to
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 92 92 ( SC-D353/D354/D355) ✤ Quick menu is used to access Camcorderfunctions by using the Menu selector. ✤ Quick menu provides easier access tofrequently used menus without using the MENUbutton. 1. Press the Menu selector . 2. Move the Menu ...
Page 93 - Memory File Number
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 93 93 ( SC-D353/D354/D355) ✤ File number setting works only in M.Cam mode. ✤ File numbers are given to images in the order they were recordedwhen they are stored on the Memory card. ✤ Memory file numbers may be set as follows: ■ Series: When...
Page 94 - Taking Photos
✤ You may take still images while in M.Cam mode andstore the images on the Memory card.This function is useful when you want to take asnapshot of a subject while you are using theCamcorder. ✤ You can take photos using the remote control.(SC-D354/D355 only) ✤ Audio will not be recorded with a Still i...
Page 95 - Viewing Still Images
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 95 95 ( SC-D353/D354/D355) ✤ This function works only in M.Player mode. You can playback andview still images recorded on the Memory card. ✤ Be sure that the M.Play Select is set to Photo in the Menu. ✤ There are 3 ways to view recorded imag...
Page 97 - Protection from accidental Erasure
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 97 97 ( SC-D353/D354/D355) ✤ The protection function works only in M.Player mode. ✤ You can protect important images from accidental erasure.If you execute format, all images including protected images will beerased. 1. Set the Power switch ...
Page 98 - to left or right to select
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 98 98 ( SC-D353/D354/D355) ✤ Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by simplyusing the Menu selector. ✤ Quick menu provides easier access to the frequently used menuswithout using the MENU button. 1. Press the Menu selector . 2. Mo...
Page 99 - Deleting Still Images and Moving Images
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 99 99 ( SC-D353/D354/D355) ✤ The Delete function works only in M.Playermode. ✤ You can erase the still images and moving imagesrecorded on the Memory card. ✤ If you want to delete protected images, you mustfirst deactivate the image protecti...
Page 101 - Memory Format; LOCK; Formatting the Memory Card
✤ M.Player ✤ Memory Format / , ✤ ✤ , , 1. PLAYER 2. Mode MEMORY CARD( ) 3. MENU( ) ■ 4. Menu selector( ) Memory( ) , Menu selector ( ) 5. Menu selector( ) Format( ) , Menu selector ( ) 6. Menu selector( ) ( Int.memory , Memory Card ) Menu selector( ) ( SC-D354/D355) ■ , "All files are deleted! D...
Page 102 - MPEG Recording
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 102 102 ( SC-D353/D354/D355) ✤ You can record moving picture images with audio on the Memory card. ✤ The screen format of the moving picture to be recorded is 720x480. 1. Check whether Memory card is inserted into the Camcorder. If it is not...
Page 103 - MPEG Playback
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 103 103 ( SC-D353/D354/D355) ✤ The MPEG Playback function works only in M. Player mode. ✤ You can play the moving picture images on the Memory card.Stereo audio is played back at the same time. ✤ Playing back on a PC shows better quality tha...
Page 104 - to the left or right to select
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 104 104 ✤ Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by simplyusing the Menu selector. ✤ Quick menu provides easier access to the frequently used menuswithout using the MENU button. 1. Press the Menu selector . 2. Move the Menu selecto...
Page 105 - Recording an Image from a Cassette as a Still Image
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 105 105 ( SC-D353/D354/D355) Recording an Image from a Cassette as a Still Image ✤ This function works only in Player mode. ✤ You can record still images from a cassette on aMemory card. ✤ If you want to move recorded multiple still imagesfr...
Page 106 - Copying Still Images from a Cassette to Memory Card
ENGLISH 106 106 ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) ( SC-D353/D354/D355) ✤ The photo copy function works only in Playermode. ✤ You can copy still images recorded with photofunction on a cassette onto a Memory card. ✤ Rewind the tape to the point which you wants. 1. Set the Pow...
Page 108 - Marking Images for Printing
ENGLISH 108 108 Digital Still Camera Mode (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) ✤ This Camcorder supports the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)print format. ✤ You can automatically print images recorded on a Memory cardwith a printer supporting DPOF. ✤ There are 2 ways to make a Print Mark.- This File: You can s...
Page 110 - Printing Your Pictures – Using the PictBridge
ENGLISH PictBridge TM (SC-D353/D354/D355 only) 110 110 ✤ PictBridge TM function works only in M.Player mode. ✤ By connecting the Camcorder to printers with PictBridge support (soldseparately), you can send images from the Memory card directly to theprinter with a few simple operations. ✤ With the Pi...
Page 112 - Maintenance; After Finishing a Recording
ENGLISH 112 112 Maintenance ✤ At the end of a recording you must remove the power source. ✤ When recording with a Lithium ion Battery pack, leaving the packon the Camcorder can reduce the life span of thebattery. The Battery pack should be release afterrecording is completed. 1. Slide the TAPE EJECT...
Page 113 - switch to; Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder
113 113 ENGLISH Maintenance Cleaning the Video Heads To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video headswhen the playback pictures display square block-shaped noise ordistortion, or a blue screen appears. 1. Set the Power switch to PLAYER . 2. Set the Mode switch to TAPE . (SC-D353/...
Page 114 - Each country or region has its own electric and color systems.; Color system; Using Your Camcorder Abroad; NTSC; PAL
ENGLISH Maintenance 114 114 ✤ Each country or region has its own electric and color systems. ✤ Before using your Camcorder abroad, check the following items. ■ You can use your Camcorder in any country or area with thesupplied AC Power adapter within 100V to 240V, 50/60 Hz. ■ Use a commercially avai...
Page 115 - Moisture Condensation; If there is moisture inside the Camcorder,; Troubleshooting
ENGLISH 115 115 Troubleshooting Moisture Condensation Self Diagnosis Display ✤ Before contacting a Samsung authorized service center, performthe following simple checks.They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call. ✤ If the Camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warmpl...
Page 117 - Symptom
ENGLISH 117 117 Troubleshooting ✤ If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact yournearest Samsung authorized service center. You cannot switch theCamcorder on. Start/Stop buttondoes not operatewhile recording. The Camcorder shutsoff automatically. Charge runs outquickly. When you see a ...
Page 118 - Specifications; General
ENGLISH 118 118 Specifications - These technical specifications and design may be changed without notice. System Video signalVideo recording systemAudio recording systemUsable cassetteTape speedTape recording timeFF/REW timeImage deviceLensFilter diameter LCD screen/Viewfinder Size/dot numberLCD scr...
Page 119 - Index
ENGLISH Index 119 119 Accessories ( .....................................12 AF/MF ( / ..............................58 Audio dubbing ( ..................................77 Audio Mode ( ..............................55 Battery Pack ( .................................21 BLC ( ............................
Page 120 - MEMO
Page 122 - THIS CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY:; *Samsung Electronics’ Internet Home Page
ENGLISH THIS CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY: *Samsung Electronics’ Internet Home Page United States http://www.samsungusa.com United Kingdom http://www.samsungelectronics.co.uk France http://www.samsung.fr Australia http://www.samsung.com/au Germany http://www.samsung.de Sweden http://www.samsung.se P...