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Samsung D352(i) User Manual

Samsung D352(i)
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ENGLISH
Digital Video Camcorder
Owners Instruction Book
Before operating the unit, please read this
Instruction Book thoroughly, and retain it for
future reference.
AF Auto Focus
CCD Charge Coupled Device
LCD Liquid Crystal Display
VP-D351(i)/D352(i)/D353(i)/D354(i)/D355(i)
This product meets the intent of
Directive 89/ 336 CEE, 73/ 23 CEE, 93/ 68 CEE.

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Samsung D352(i) Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelD352(i)
Image SensorCCD
FocusAuto / Manual
White BalanceAuto
MicrophoneYes

Summary

Notes and Safety Instructions

Notes regarding the Rotation of the LCD Screen

Instructions on rotating the LCD screen carefully to avoid damage to the hinge.

Notices regarding Copyright

Information on copyright for TV programs, video tapes, films, and other materials.

Notes regarding Moisture Condensation

Precautions against condensation formation inside the camcorder due to temperature changes.

Notes regarding the Battery Pack

Recommendations for using and handling the battery pack to preserve its life and capacity.

Notes regarding the Video Head Cleaning

Guidance on cleaning video heads for clear pictures and normal recording.

Note regarding the Lens

Warning against pointing the lens directly at the sun to prevent CCD damage.

Notes regarding electronic Viewfinder

Instructions on using the viewfinder and avoiding damage from excessive force or sunlight.

Notes regarding ‘Record’ or ‘Playback’ Using the LCD Screen

Information on LCD screen usage, potential dots, and visibility in sunlight.

Notes regarding the Hand Strap

Advice on adjusting the hand strap for steady pictures and avoiding damage.

Precaution regarding the Lithium Battery

Warnings and precautions for handling the lithium battery, especially regarding children.

Servicing

Warning against self-servicing the camcorder; refer to qualified personnel.

Replacement Parts

Importance of using manufacturer-specified replacement parts to avoid hazards.

Getting to Know Your Camcorder

Features

Overview of key camcorder features like OSD, data transfer, digital zoom, LCD, DIS, effects, BLC, AE, NITE PIX.

Accessories Supplied with Camcorder

List of basic and optional accessories included with the digital video camera.

Front & Left View

Diagram and labeling of the camcorder's front and left side components.

Left Side View

Diagram and labeling of the camcorder's left side components.

Right & Top View

Diagram and labeling of the camcorder's right and top side components.

Rear & Bottom View

Diagram and labeling of the camcorder's rear and bottom side components.

Memory Card Slot (Usable Memory Card)

Details on compatible memory cards for different camcorder models.

Remote Control

Diagram and labeling of the remote control buttons for specific models.

Preparation

Adjusting the Hand Strap

Instructions for adjusting the camcorder's hand strap for a secure grip.

Hand Strap

Step-by-step guide for inserting and adjusting the hand strap.

When You carry Your Camcorder

How to properly hold the camcorder using the hand strap.

Attaching the Lens Cover

Guide on how to attach the lens cover using its strap.

Lithium Battery Installation

Instructions for installing the lithium battery for internal clock and remote control.

Battery Installation for the Internal Clock

Details on replacing the lithium battery for clock function.

Battery Installation for the Remote Control

Instructions for installing the lithium battery in the remote control.

Connecting a Power Source

Information on connecting AC power adapter and DC cable.

To use the AC Power Adapter and DC Cable

Step-by-step guide for connecting the AC power adapter.

To Select the Camcorder Mode

How to switch between Camera and Player modes.

Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack

General information on battery life and recommendations.

Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack

Step-by-step guide for charging the lithium ion battery pack.

Table of continuous Recording Time based on Model and Battery Type

Table showing approximate recording times for different models and battery types.

Battery Level Display

Explanation of the battery level indicator symbols and their meanings.

OSD (On Screen Display in Camera/Player Modes)

Explanation of on-screen display elements in camera and player modes.

OSD (On Screen Display in M.Cam/M.Player Modes)

Explanation of OSD elements in M.Cam and M.Player modes.

Turning the OSD (On Screen Display) On/Off

Instructions on how to turn the OSD on or off.

Turning the Date/Time on/off

How to enable or disable the Date/Time display.

System Menu Setting

Selecting the OSD Language

Steps to select the desired OSD language from the list.

Setting the Clock

Instructions for setting the camcorder's date and time.

Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (Remote)

How to enable or disable the remote control function.

Setting the Beep Sound

Instructions to turn the beep sound on or off for button presses.

Setting the Shutter Sound

How to turn the shutter sound on or off for PHOTO button presses.

Viewing the Demonstration

How to activate and use the demonstration mode to learn camcorder functions.

Display Menu Setting

Adjusting the LCD Screen

How to adjust LCD brightness and color settings.

Displaying the Date/Time

How to select the display type for date and time on the tape.

Setting the TV Display

How to select the output path for OSD on LCD, viewfinder, and TV.

Basic Recording

Using the Viewfinder

Information on using the viewfinder when the LCD is closed or rotated.

Adjusting the Focus

How to adjust the viewfinder focus for clearer images.

Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette

Step-by-step guide for inserting and ejecting Mini DV cassettes.

Protecting a tape

How to use the safety tab to protect tapes from accidental erasure.

Removing the tape protection

How to remove the protection from a tape.

How to store a tape

Guidelines for proper tape storage to prevent damage.

Hints for Stable Image Recording

Tips for holding the camcorder correctly for stable recording.

Recording with the LCD Screen

Techniques for stable recording using the LCD screen.

Recording with the Viewfinder

Techniques for stable recording using the viewfinder.

Various Recording Techniques

Description of different recording angles for dramatic results.

Making your First Recording

Step-by-step guide to performing the initial recording.

Using EASY.Q Mode (for Beginners)

Guide to using the EASY.Q mode for simplified recording.

Record Search (REC SEARCH)

How to use REC SEARCH to find recorded segments.

Setting the Zero Memory

How to mark a point on tape for quick return during playback.

Self Record using the Remote Control

Instructions for using the self-timer function with the remote control.

Zooming In and Out

How to use the zoom lever for gradual or high-speed zoom.

Using the Tele Macro

Instructions for using the Tele Macro function for close-up shots.

Using the Fade In and Out

How to use the FADE function for smooth scene transitions.

To Start Recording

Steps to initiate recording with a fade-in effect.

To Stop Recording (use Fade In/Fade Out)

Steps to stop recording with a fade-out effect.

Using Back Light Compensation Mode (BLC)

How to use BLC to compensate for bright backgrounds.

Using the Color Nite Shutter

How to use the Color Nite Shutter for brighter images in low light.

Using the Color Nite Shutter with LED Light

How to use the LED light with Color Nite Shutter for dark subjects.

Nite Pix (0 lux recording)

How to use the Nite Pix function for recording in complete darkness.

Power Nite Pix

How to use Power Nite Pix for brighter dark recording than Nite Pix.

Advanced Recording

Use of various Functions

Table detailing functions, their availability in different modes, and page references.

Setting menu items

Overview of main menu and sub-menu items for various functions.

Display

Settings for LCD brightness, color, date/time, and TV display.

System

System settings including clock, remote, beep, shutter sound, USB, language, demonstration.

Function availability in each Mode

Table showing which digital functions are available in different operating modes.

Selecting the Record Mode

How to select between SP and LP recording modes.

Selecting Audio Mode

How to select between 12Bit and 16Bit audio recording modes.

Cutting Off Wind Noise (Wind Cut)

How to activate Wind Cut to minimize wind noise.

Setting the Shutter Speed & Exposure

How to manually set shutter speed and exposure values.

Recommended Shutter Speeds when Recording

Suggested shutter speeds for various shooting scenarios.

Auto Focusing/Manual Focus

Information on auto and manual focus functions.

Manual Focusing

Guide to manually adjusting focus for better results in specific situations.

Setting the White Balance

How to select white balance modes (Auto, Hold, Indoor, Outdoor).

Using Quick Menu: White Balance

Quick access to white balance settings via the menu selector.

Setting the Digital Image Stabiliser (DIS)

How to activate DIS to compensate for camera shake.

Using Quick Menu: Digital Image Stabiliser (DIS)

Quick access to DIS settings via the menu selector.

Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (Program AE)

Overview of Program AE modes like Auto, Sports, Portrait, Spotlight, etc.

Setting the Program AE

Steps to select a desired Program AE mode.

Using Quick Menu: Program AE

Quick access to Program AE settings via the menu selector.

Applying Digital Effects

Introduction to various digital effects for creative recording.

Selecting the Digital Effects

Steps to select and apply digital effects.

Zooming In and Out with Digital Zoom

How to use digital zoom and its limitations.

Selecting the Digital Zoom

Steps to select digital zoom modes (Off, 100x, 200x, etc.).

Photo Image Recording

How to capture still images in camera mode.

Searching for a Photo Image

How to search for recorded still images in player mode.

Playback

Playing Back a Tape You have recorded on the LCD Screen

How to play recorded tapes using the LCD screen.

Adjusting the LCD Bright/Colour during Playback

How to adjust LCD brightness and color during playback.

Controlling Sound from the Speaker

How to adjust volume or mute sound using the built-in speaker.

Tape Playback

Overview of tape playback options.

Playback on the LCD Screen

Using the LCD screen for viewing tapes.

Playback on a TV Monitor

How to connect the camcorder to a TV for playback.

Connecting to a TV which has Audio/Video Input Jacks

Steps for connecting the camcorder to a TV with A/V input jacks.

Connecting to a TV which has no Audio and Video Input Jacks

How to connect the camcorder to a TV via a VCR.

Various Functions while in Player Mode

Overview of playback functions like pause, picture search, slow playback.

Playback Pause

How to pause and resume playback.

Picture Search (Forward/Reverse)

How to search for specific scenes forward or backward.

Slow Playback (Forward/Reverse)

How to play back tapes in slow motion forward or reverse.

Frame Advance (To play back frame by frame)

How to advance playback frame by frame.

X2 Playback (Forward/Reverse)

How to play back at double speed forward or reverse.

Reverse Playback

How to play back at normal speed in reverse.

Zooming during Playback (PB ZOOM)

How to use the zoom function during playback.

AV In/Out

How to record from external sources or output to external devices.

Audio Dubbing

How to add new sound to recorded tapes.

Dubbed Audio Playback

How to select and play back original, dubbed, or mixed audio tracks.

IEEE 1394 Data Transfer

Connecting to a DV Device (DVD Recorder, Camcorder, etc.)

How to connect to other DV devices for data transfer.

Connecting to a PC

Requirements for transferring data to a PC via IEEE 1394.

Recording with a DV Connection Cable

Steps for recording from another DV device using the connection cable.

System Requirements

Specifies CPU, OS, memory, and other requirements for DV connection.

USB Interface

Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection

How to transfer images from memory card to PC via USB.

USB Connection speed depending on the System

Information on high-speed USB connection support by Windows OS.

System Requirements

Lists CPU, OS, Memory, HDD, Resolution, and USB requirements for PC connection.

Selecting the USB Device

How to select Computer or Printer for USB connection.

Setting the USB Communication Speed

How to set USB version (1.1 or 2.0) for proper PC communication.

Installing DV Media PRO 1.0 Program

Steps for installing the DV Media Pro software from the CD.

Program Installation

Instructions for installing DV driver, Video Codec, and DirectX 9.0.

Using the PC Camera Function

How to use the camcorder as a PC camera for video chatting or conferencing.

Using the USB Streaming Function

How to view camcorder video on PC using USB streaming.

Using the removable Disk Function

How to transfer data from memory card to PC as a removable disk.

Connecting to a PC

Steps for connecting the camcorder to a PC via USB.

Disconnecting the USB Cable

Proper procedure for safely disconnecting the USB cable.

Digital Still Camera Mode

Memory Stick (Optional Accessory)

Introduction to the Memory Stick for storing images.

Memory Stick Functions

Overview of Memory Stick operations like recording, viewing, protecting, deleting, formatting.

Inserting and Ejecting the Memory Card

Step-by-step guide for inserting and ejecting memory cards.

Image Format

Details on JPEG format for still images and MPEG4 for moving images.

Structure of Folders and Files on the Memory Card

Explanation of the folder and file naming conventions used on the memory card.

Selecting the Camcorder Mode

How to switch between M.Cam and M.Player modes for memory operations.

Selecting the Built-in Memory

How to select built-in memory for storing/playing images.

Using Quick Menu: Memory Type

Quick access to memory type settings via the menu selector.

Select the Image Quality

How to select image quality settings (Super Fine, Fine, Normal).

Number of Images on the Memory Card

Table showing estimated number of images based on memory card size and quality.

Using Quick Menu: Photo Quality

Quick access to photo quality settings via the menu selector.

Memory File Number

How to set file numbering to Series or Reset.

Taking Photos

Instructions on how to capture still photos using the PHOTO button.

Viewing Still Images

Overview of ways to view recorded still images.

To view a Single Image

How to view images one by one.

To view a Slide Show

How to play back images automatically in a slideshow.

To view the Multi Display

How to view up to six images simultaneously on the screen.

Protection from accidental Erasure

How to protect images from accidental deletion.

Using Quick Menu: Protect

Quick access to image protection settings via the menu selector.

Deleting Still Images and Moving Images

How to erase individual still and moving images.

Deleting All images at once

How to delete all images from the memory card.

Using Quick Menu: Delete

Quick access to delete functions via the menu selector.

Formatting the Memory Card

How to format the memory card to restore its initial state.

Attention

Warnings regarding formatting, data loss, and using different devices.

MPEG Recording

How to record moving picture images with audio onto the memory card.

Saving Moving Picture Files onto a Memory Card

Instructions for saving MPEG4 video files onto the memory card.

MPEG Playback

How to play back MPEG moving pictures from the memory card.

Using Quick Menu: M.Play Select

Quick access to M.Play Select (Photo/Movie) via the menu selector.

Recording an Image from a Cassette as a Still Image

How to record still images from a cassette onto a memory card.

Copying Still Images from a Cassette to Memory Card

How to copy recorded still images from cassette to memory card.

Copy to (Copies Files from the Memory Card to the Built-in Memory)

How to copy images from memory card to built-in memory.

Marking Images for Printing

How to mark images for printing using DPOF format.

Removing the Print Mark

How to remove print marks from images.

Using Quick Menu: Print Mark

Quick access to print mark settings via the menu selector.

PictBridgeTM

Printing Your Pictures – Using the PictBridgeTM

Overview of printing photos directly from the camcorder using PictBridge.

Connecting To a Printer

Steps to connect the camcorder to a PictBridge-compatible printer.

Selecting Images

How to select images to print in PictBridge mode.

Setting the Number of Prints

How to set the quantity of prints for each selected image.

Setting the Date/Time Imprint Option

How to set date/time imprint options for printing.

Printing Images

Process of printing selected images via PictBridge.

Maintenance

After Finishing a Recording

Steps to take after completing a recording, including removing power and storing the camcorder.

Cleaning the Video Heads

Instructions for cleaning video heads to ensure clear playback.

Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder

General guidance on cleaning and maintaining the camcorder.

Using Your Camcorder Abroad

Information on power sources, color systems, and PAL/NTSC compatibility for international use.

Power sources

Details on using the camcorder's AC power adapter internationally.

Colour system

Information on PAL and NTSC compatible countries/regions.

Troubleshooting

Self Diagnosis Display

Table explaining error messages and their solutions.

Moisture Condensation

How to handle moisture condensation issues indicated by the DEW display.

Self Diagnosis Display in M.Cam/M.Player Modes

Error messages and solutions specific to M.Cam/M.Player modes.

Symptom Explanation/Solution

Table listing common symptoms and their corresponding solutions.

Specifications

System

Technical specifications for video, audio, cassette, lens, LCD, and connectors.

General

General specifications including power source, dimensions, weight, and remote control range.

Power Sources (United Kingdom Only)

IMPORTANT

Important notes regarding plug wiring color codes and safety.

WARNING

Warning against connecting to mains socket without proper fuse cover.

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