Samsung SCD24 User Manual

AD68-00616U
Digital Video Camcorder
Owner’s Instruction Book
Before operating the unit, please read this
instruction book thoroughly, and retain it for
future reference.
SCD23/D24
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AF Auto Focus
CCD Charge Coupled Device
LCD Liquid Crystal Display
SCD23/D24
AF
CCD
LCD
This product meets the intent of
Directive 89/336 CEE, 73/23 CEE, 93/68 CEE.
ENGLISH

Samsung SCD24 Specifications

General

Type	Digital Camcorder
Recording Media	Mini DV
Image Sensor	CCD
Optical Zoom	20x
LCD Screen	2.5 inches
Battery Type	Lithium-ion
Image Stabilizer	Electronic
White Balance	Auto, Manual
White Balance Presets	Indoor, Outdoor
Display Type	LCD
Microphone	Stereo
Viewfinder	Color Viewfinder
Video Recording Format	DV
Interface	IEEE 1394 (FireWire)
Focus Adjustment	Auto, Manual
Shooting Programs	Portrait, Spotlight, Sand/Snow
Connector Type	IEEE 1394

Summary

Notes and Safety Instructions

Notes regarding the rotation of the LCD screen

Instructions for safely rotating the LCD screen to prevent damage.

Notes regarding the battery pack

Guidelines for charging, using, and handling the battery pack.

Precautions regarding the Lithium battery

Notes regarding moisture condensation

Notice regarding VIDEO LIGHT

Safety warnings regarding the hot video light and its usage.

Getting to Know Your Camcorder

Preparation

Lithium Battery Installation

Connecting a Power Source

How to connect AC adapter or battery pack and set the camcorder mode.

Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack

Guidance on using, charging, and maintaining the lithium ion battery pack.

Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack (continuation)

Table of continuous recording times based on battery type and usage.

Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette

Basic Recording

Making your First Recording

A beginner's guide to making the first recording with the camcorder.

Hints for Stable Image Recording

Playing back a tape you have recorded on the LCD

Advanced Recording

CLOCK SET

Step-by-step guide to setting the camcorder's date and time.

PROGRAM AE

Explanation of Program AE modes like AUTO, SPORTS, PORTRAIT for creative control.

Setting the PROGRAM AE

Guide on how to select and set different PROGRAM AE modes.

WHT. BALANCE (WHITE BALANCE)

How to adjust white balance for accurate color reproduction in different lighting.

Zooming In and Out with DIGITAL ZOOM

Digital Zoom

DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer)

How to use the Digital Image Stabilizer to compensate for camera shake.

REC MODE

DATE/TIME

How to set and display the date and time on recorded video footage.

Using Quick Menu(Navigation Menu)

Setting the Quick menu

SHUTTER SPEED & EXPOSURE

How to manually adjust shutter speed and exposure for optimal exposure.

SLOW SHUTTER (Low Shutter Speed)

EASY Mode (for Beginners)

How to use the EASY mode for simplified recording with automatic settings.

MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus)

Guide to using manual and auto focus for sharp and clear images.

BLC (Back Light Compensation)

How to use Back Light Compensation to improve subject visibility in backlit scenes.

PHOTO Image Recording

How to capture still photos while recording video.

NITE PIX (0 lux recording)

How to use the NITE PIX function for recording in very dark conditions.

POWER NITE PIX

How to use POWER NITE PIX for brighter low-light recording than NITE PIX.

Using the VIDEO LIGHT

How to use the camcorder's video light for illumination, including safety warnings.

Playback

Tape Playback

Basic steps for playing back recorded tapes.

ZERO MEMORY (SCD24 only)

Playback

IEEE 1394 Data Transfer

Connecting to a DV device

How to connect the camcorder to other DV devices for data transfer.

System requirements

Required hardware and software for IEEE 1394 data transfer.

Recording with a DV connection cable

USB interface

Connecting to a PC

Steps for connecting camcorder to PC via USB.

Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection

How to transfer still images from Memory Stick to PC via USB.

Installing DVC Media 5.0 Program

Steps to install the necessary software for USB connection.

Using the “PC camera” function

Digital Still Camera mode

MEMORY STICK (SCD24 only)

Information on using the Memory Stick for storing and managing still images.

Inserting and ejecting the Memory Stick

Selecting the image quality

How to choose the image quality (Super Fine, Fine, Normal) for still photos.

Recording images to a Memory Stick

Steps for recording still images directly to the Memory Stick.

Viewing Still images

Protection from accidental erasure

How to protect important images from being accidentally deleted.

Deleting Still images

Formatting the Memory Stick

How to format the Memory Stick to erase all data and restore initial state.

MPEG REC

How to record moving pictures (MPEG4) onto the Memory Stick.

MPEG PB

Selecting the CAMCORDER mode

Maintenance

After finishing a recording

Cleaning the Video Heads

Instructions for cleaning the camcorder's video heads to ensure clear playback.

Power sources

Troubleshooting

Self Diagnosis Display

How to interpret error messages and their solutions.

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

Symptom Explanation/Solution

A table listing common symptoms and their corresponding solutions.

Moisture Condensation