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Samsung SCD 5000 User Manual

Samsung SCD 5000
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ENGLISH
ELECTRONICS
*Samsung Electronics’ Internet Home Page
http://www.samsungusa.com
AD68-00655B(01)
THIS CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY:
SERVICE DIVISION
400 Valley Road, Suite 201, Mt. Arlington N.J. 07856
Tel: 1-800-SAMSUNG
(1-800-726-7864)
00655B SCD5000 (001~033) 6/11/03 2:17 PM Page 100

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Samsung SCD 5000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSamsung
ModelSCD 5000
CategoryCamcorder
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Notices and Safety Instructions

Safety Instructions

General safety guidelines for operating the camcorder.

Start

Precautions on Camcorder Care

Important precautions for safe and proper use of the camcorder.

Quick Start

Basic steps to get started with the camcorder.

Getting to Know Your Device

Features

Overview of the camcorder's key features and capabilities.

Accessories Supplied with the Camcorder

Lists all the accessories included with the camcorder.

Front & Left View

Identifies controls and ports on the front and left side.

Left Side View

Identifies controls and ports on the left side of the camcorder.

Right & Top View

Identifies controls and ports on the right and top sides.

Rear & Bottom View

Identifies controls and ports on the rear and bottom sides.

Remote Control

Details of the camcorder's remote control functions.

OSD (On Screen Display)

Explains the On Screen Display indicators for various modes.

Turning the OSD ON/OFF

Instructions on how to enable or disable the On Screen Display.

Preparation

How to use the Remote Control

Instructions for using the camcorder's remote control.

Adjusting the Hand Strap

Guide to adjusting the hand strap for secure handling.

Connecting a Power Source

How to connect AC power adapter or battery pack.

Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack

Details on using and charging the camcorder's battery.

Setting to CAMCORDER / CAMERA modes

How to switch between camcorder and camera modes.

Setting the Power Switch

How to operate the camcorder using the power switch.

Adjusting the LCD

Guide to adjusting brightness and color of the LCD screen.

Using the VIEWFINDER

Information on using the camcorder's electronic viewfinder.

Adjusting the Focus

How to adjust the focus using the viewfinder.

Adjusting the LCD during PLAY

How to adjust LCD settings during playback.

Controlling Sound from the Speaker

How to adjust volume and mute sound during playback.

Functions

Using MENU

How to navigate and use the camcorder's menu system.

Clock Setup

Setting the camcorder's date and time.

Wireless Remote Control (WL.REMOTE)

How to enable or disable the wireless remote control.

Demonstration Mode

How to activate the camcorder's demonstration mode.

Date and Time Settings

How to set and display the date and time.

TV Display Settings

How to select the OSD output path for TV.

Easy Mode (for Beginners)

How to use the simplified recording mode for beginners.

Manual/Auto Focus (MF/AF)

How to switch between manual and auto focus.

Zooming In and Out

How to use the zoom function for framing shots.

Using the CAMCORDER - Basic Recording

Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette

Step-by-step guide to loading and unloading tapes.

Selecting the CAMCORDER Mode

How to choose between tape and memory storage.

Making Your First Recording

Guide to performing the initial recording operation.

Record Search (REC SEARCH)

How to search through recorded content on tape.

Hints for Stable Image Recording

Techniques for holding the camcorder steady while recording.

Playing Back a Tape

How to view recorded content from a tape on the LCD.

Using the CAMCORDER - Advanced Recording

PROGRAM AE

How to use Program AE for creative control over exposure.

WHT. BALANCE (WHITE BALANCE)

Adjusting white balance for accurate color reproduction.

Digital Zoom in CAMCORDER Mode

Using digital zoom for magnification in camcorder mode.

EIS (Electronic Image Stabilizer)

How to use EIS to reduce image shake during recording.

DSE (Digital Special Effects)

Applying various digital effects to recordings.

Selecting a Digital Effect in CAMCORDER Mode

How to choose and apply specific digital effects.

REC MODE

Setting recording modes like SP and LP.

AUDIO MODE

Selecting audio recording quality (12bit/16bit).

WIND CUT

How to minimize wind noise during recording.

Using Quick Menu (Navigation Menu)

Accessing camera functions quickly via the menu.

Setting the Quick Menu

How to configure settings using the Quick Menu.

SHUTTER SPEED & EXPOSURE

Adjusting shutter speed and exposure values.

SLOW SHUTTER (Low Shutter Speed)

Using slow shutter for recording slow-moving objects.

BLC (Back Light Compensation)

Compensating for backlighting to improve subject visibility.

Fade In and Out

Applying fade effects to recordings for a professional look.

Audio Dubbing

Adding or changing audio tracks on recorded tapes.

Dubbed Audio Playback

How to play back tapes with dubbed audio.

PHOTO Image Recording

How to capture still images using the camcorder.

Searching for a PHOTO Picture

How to locate specific still images on tape.

NITE PIX (0 Lux Recording)

Recording in complete darkness using infrared light.

POWER NITE PIX

Enhanced low-light recording capability.

Various Recording Techniques

Different methods for achieving dramatic recording results.

Playback

Tape Playback

Basic playback of recorded tapes.

Playback on the LCD

Viewing playback directly on the camcorder's screen.

Playback on a TV Monitor

Connecting the camcorder to a TV for playback.

Connecting to a TV

How to connect the camcorder to a TV with A/V jacks.

Connecting to a TV (No Audio/Video Jacks)

Connecting via a VCR to a TV without direct A/V inputs.

Various Functions while in PLAYER Mode

Exploring playback features like pause and search.

Playback Pause

How to pause and resume playback.

Picture Search (Forward/Reverse)

Navigating through recorded images during playback.

Slow Playback (Forward)

Playing back recorded content in slow motion.

ZERO MEMORY

Marking a point on tape for easy return during playback.

IEEE 1394 Data Transfer

Connecting to a DV Device

Connecting the camcorder to other DV devices.

Connecting to a PC

How to connect the camcorder to a computer.

System Requirements

PC system requirements for data transfer.

Recording with a DV Connection Cable

How to record video using a DV cable connection.

Using the CAMERA

MEMORY STICK

Information about using the Memory Stick for storage.

Memory Stick Functions

Overview of operations like recording, viewing, and deleting.

Inserting and Ejecting the Memory Stick

Step-by-step guide to inserting/ejecting the Memory Stick.

Structure of the Folders and Files

How files and folders are organized on the Memory Stick.

MEMORY FILE NUMBER

How file numbering is managed on the Memory Stick.

Basic Picture-Taking

Taking Your First Picture

Guide to taking your initial still photographs.

Viewing Still Images

How to view recorded still images on the Memory Stick.

To View a Single image

Viewing still images one by one.

To View a Slide Show

Viewing all still images in an automatic slideshow.

Quick Review

How to quickly review the last captured image.

Adjusting the Focus

How to manually or automatically focus for clear pictures.

Advanced Techniques

FOCUS LOCK

How to lock focus for consistent framing.

Digital Zoom in CAMERA Mode

Using digital zoom for magnification in camera mode.

MACRO Mode

How to use macro mode for close-up photography.

CONT. SHOT (Continuous Shot)

Capturing multiple images rapidly.

Using the FLASH

How to use the camcorder's built-in flash.

FLASH SELECT

Choosing different flash modes for various lighting conditions.

WHT. BALANCE (WHITE BALANCE) - CAMERA Mode

Adjusting white balance for accurate colors in camera mode.

DSE(Digital Special Effects) SELECT in CAMERA Mode

Applying digital effects to images in camera mode.

Selecting a Digital Effect in CAMERA Mode

How to choose and apply digital effects in camera mode.

SPOT-AE

Using SPOT AE for exposure control in high contrast scenes.

NIGHT SCENE

Recording subjects in darkness with special night scene mode.

Selecting the Image Quality

Choosing the desired quality for still images.

Selecting the Image Size

Choosing the resolution for still images.

MPEG REC

Recording video clips in MPEG4 format onto the Memory Stick.

MPEG PB

Playing back MPEG motion clips from the Memory Stick.

MPEG SIZE

Setting the resolution for MPEG clips.

Copying Still Images From a Cassette to the Memory Stick

Transferring still images from tape to Memory Stick.

Marking Images for Printing

Setting up images for printing using DPOF.

Protection from Accidental Erasure

How to protect images from being deleted.

Deleting Still images

How to erase images from the Memory Stick.

Formatting the Memory Stick

How to reset the Memory Stick to its initial state.

Recording an Image from a Cassette as a Still Image

Recording a still image from tape onto Memory Stick.

USB Interface

Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection

Transferring images from Memory Stick to PC via USB.

Installing the DVC Media 5.0 Program

Guide to installing the camcorder's software.

Using the “removable Disk” function

How to use the camcorder as a removable drive.

Using the “PC camera” function

Using the camcorder as a webcam.

Connecting to a PC

Steps for connecting the camcorder to a PC via USB.

Maintenance

After Finishing a Recording

Steps to take after completing a recording session.

Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder

How to clean and maintain the camcorder.

Cleaning the Video Heads

How to clean the camcorder's video heads.

Using Your Camcorder Abroad

Important considerations for using the camcorder internationally.

Troubleshooting

Self Diagnosis Display

Understanding error messages and indicators.

Moisture Condensation

What to do if moisture condensation occurs.

Self Diagnosis Display in M.REC/M.PLAY Mode

Error indicators specific to memory recording/playback.

Troubleshooting Guide

Common problems and their solutions.

Specifications

Warranty