Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product VP-D371W(i) Samsung
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ENGLISH Owner ’ s Instruction Book Before operating the unit, please read this Instruction Book thoroughly , and retain it for future reference. Use only approved battery packs. Otherwise, there is a danger of overheating, fire or explosion. Samsung is not responsible for problems occurring due to using unapproved batteries.
ENGLISH 2 2 Contents Features ..................................................................................................................................... 7 Accessories Supplied with Camcorder .................................................
ENGLISH 3 3 Selecting the Record Mode & Audio Mode ............................................................................. 43 Cutting Off Wind Noise (WindCut Plus) .............................................................................
ENGLISH 4 4 Contents Copying Still Images from a Cassette to a Memory Card (Photo Copy) ..............................87 Marking Images for Printing (Print Mark) ............................................................................... 88 Removing the Print Mark .
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 Camcorder . 1. Open the LCD Screen 90 degrees to the Camcorder with your finger . 2. Rotate it to the best angle to record or play .
ENGLISH 6 6 Servicing & Replacement Parts Notes and Safety Instructions Notes regarding Camcorder Notices regarding Copyright Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Eq.
ENGLISH 7 7 Getting to Know Y our Camcorder Features ■ Digital Data Transfer Function with IEEE1394 By incorporating the IEEE 1394 (i.LINK ™: i.LINK is a serial data transfer protocol and intercon.
Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your Digital Video Camcorder. Basic Accessories 1. Lithium Ion Battery Pack (SB- LSM80) 2. AC Power Adapter (AA-E9 TYPE) 3. Audio/Video Cable 4. Instruction Book 5. Lithium Battery for Remote Control (VP-D375W(i) /D975W(i) only) or Clock.
ENGLISH 9 9 Getting to Know Y our Camcorder Front & Left V iew 1. Lens 2. Remote Sensor (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) 3. Light (VP-D372WH(i)/D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) 4. T APE EJECT Switch 5. EASY .Q Button ➥ page 35 6. Function Buttons 7. TFT LCD Screen 8.
ENGLISH 10 10 Getting to Know Y our Camcorder Left Side V iew 1. Q.MENU Button ➥ page 20 2. [ ▲ / ▼ ] (W /T) Button 3. OK Button 4. Viewfinder 5. Speaker 6. Mode Switch (CARD/T APE) (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) [ Note ] When you close LCD panel with the LCD screenfacing out, [ ▲ / ▼ ] button function works reversely .
ENGLISH 11 11 Getting to Know Y our Camcorder Right & T op V iew 1. Zoom Lever 2. PHOT O Button ➥ page 59 3. DISPLA Y Button 4. MENU Button 5. Start/Stop Button 6. Power Switch (CAMERA or PLA YER) 7. DC Jack 8. Jacks 9. Jack Cover 10. Cassette Door 1 1.
ENGLISH 12 12 Getting to Know Y our Camcorder Rear & Bottom V iew 1. Lithium Battery Cover 2. Charging Indicator 3. Memory Card Slot (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) 4.
ENGLISH 13 13 Getting to Know Y our Camcorder Remote Control (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) 1. PHOT O Button ➥ page 59 2. ST ART/STOP Button 3. SELF TIMER Button ➥ page 38 4. ZERO MEMOR Y Button ➥ page 37 5. PHOT O SEARCH Button 6. A.DUB Button ➥ page 63 7.
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 Camcorder in a stable, comfortable position. - Press the [Zoom] and [Start/Stop] button without having to change the position of your hand.
ENGLISH 15 15 Preparation Lithium Battery Installation Lithium Battery Installation for the Internal Clock 1. Remove the Battery Pack from the rear of the Camcorder . 2. Open the Lithium Battery Cover on the rear of the Camcorder . 3. Position the Lithium Battery in the Lithium Battery Holder , with the positive ( ) terminal face up.
ENGLISH 16 16 Preparation Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack ✤ Use SB-LSM80 or SB-LSM160 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 [OFF] .
ENGLISH 17 17 Preparation The amount of continuous recording time available depends on; - The type and capacity of the Battery Pack you are using. - Ambient temperature. - How often the Zoom function is used. - T ype of use (Camcorder/Camera/With LCD Screen etc.
ENGLISH 18 18 Preparation Notes regarding the Battery Pack ■ Please refer to the table on page 16 for approximate continuous recording time. ■ The recording time is affected by temperature and environmental conditions. ■ The recording time shortens dramatically in a cold environment.
✤ There are two types of power source that can be connected to your 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 power source to use the Camcorder without having to worry about the battery power.
ENGLISH 20 20 Preparation Using the QUICK MENU ✤ QUICK MENU is used to access camcorder functions by using the [Q.MENU] button. ✤ QUICK MENU provides easier access to frequently used menus without using the [MENU] button.
ENGLISH 21 21 Preparation OSD (On Screen Display) in Camera/Player Modes 1. Battery Level ➥ page 17 2. Visual Effects Mode ➥ page 52 EASY .Q ➥ page 35 16:9 Wide ➥ page 54 3. DIS ➥ page 56 4. Program AE ➥ page 48 5. White Balance Mode ➥ page 50 6.
1. Photo Quality ➥ page 74 2. CARD (Memory Card) Indicator 3. Image Counter (T otal number of recordable photo images) 4. Image Recording and Loading Indicator 5. Erase Protection Indicator ➥ page 79 6. Print Mark ➥ page 88 7. Folder Number - File Number ➥ page 76 8.
ENGLISH 23 23 ✤ Clock setup works in <Camera> / <Player> / <M.Cam> / <M.Player> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ The Date/Time is automatically recorded onto a tape. Before recording, please set the <Date/Time> . ➥ page 30 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] or [PLA YER] .
ENGLISH 24 24 ✤ The Remote function works in <Camera> / <Player> / <M.Cam> / <M.Player> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ The Remote function allows you to enable or disable the remote control for use with the Camcorder . 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] or [PLA YER] .
ENGLISH 25 25 ✤ The Beep Sound function works in <Camera> / <Player> / <M.Cam> / <M.Player> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can turn the Beep Sound on or off, when on, each press of a button sounds a beep. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] or [PLA YER] .
ENGLISH 26 26 Initial Setting : System Menu Setting ✤ The Shutter Sound function works in <Camera> / <Player> / <M.Cam> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can turn the Shutter Sound on or off, when on, with each press of the [PHOTO] button, the Shutter will sound.
ENGLISH 27 27 Selecting the OSD Language (Language) Initial Setting : System Menu Setting ✤ The Language function works in <Camera> / <Player> / <M.Cam> / <M.Player> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can select the desired language to display the menu screen and the messages.
ENGLISH 28 28 Initial Setting : System Menu Setting ✤ The Demonstration function may only be used in the <Camera> mode without a tape inserted in the Camcorder . ➥ page 19 ✤ Before you begin: Make sure that there is no tape inserted in the Camcorder .
✤ Adjusting the LCD Screen works in <Camera> / <Player> / <M.Cam> / <M.Player> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y our Camcorder is equipped with a 2.
ENGLISH 30 30 Displaying the Date/Time (Date/T ime) ✤ The Date/Time function works in <Camera> / <Player> / <M.Cam> / <M.Player> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ The date and time are automatically recorded on a special data area of the tape.
ENGLISH 31 31 Initial Setting : Display Menu Setting Setting the TV Display (TV Display) ✤ The TV Display function works in <Camera> / <Player> / <M.Cam> / <M.Player> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can select the output path of the OSD (On Screen Display).
ENGLISH 32 32 Basic Recording Using the V iewfinder Y ou can view pictures through the viewfinder to avoid running down the battery , or to see correct images when the picture on the LCD screen is poor. ✤ In the [PLA YER] mode, the Viewfinder will work when the LCD Screen is closed.
ENGLISH 33 33 Basic Recording V arious Recording T echniques ✤ In some situations different recording techniques may be required. 1. General recording. 2. Downward recording. Making a recording with a top view of the LCD Screen. 3. Upward recording.
ENGLISH 34 34 Basic Recording Making your First Recording 1. Connect a power source to the Camcorder . ➥ page 19 (A Battery pack or a AC Power adapter) Insert a cassette. ➥ page 32 2. Remove the Lens Cover . 3. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] .
ENGLISH 35 35 Basic Recording Recording with Ease for Beginners (EASY .Q Mode) ✤ The EASY .Q function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ The EASY .Q function allows a beginner to easily make good recordings. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] .
ENGLISH 36 36 Basic Recording ✤ The REC SEARCH function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Used to review previously recorded images or to find a point to record a new image in the STBY mode. Record Search (REC SEARCH) 1. Set to STBY mode by pressing [Start/Stop] button.
ENGLISH 37 37 Basic Recording Searching quickly for a desired scene (Setting the ZERO MEMORY) (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) ✤ The ZERO MEMORY function works in both <Camera> and <Player> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can mark a point on a tape that you want to return to following playback.
ENGLISH 38 38 Basic Recording Self Record using the Remote Control (Setting the Self Timer) (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) ✤ The SELF TIMER function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ When you use the SELF TIMER function on the remote control, the recording begins automatically in 10 seconds.
ENGLISH 39 39 ✤ The Zoom function works in both <Camera> and <M.Cam> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in a scene. ✤ Y ou can zoom using variable zoom speeds. ✤ Use these features for different shots.
ENGLISH 40 40 Basic Recording Using the Fade In and Out ✤ The Fade function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can give your recording a professional look by using special ef fects such as fade in at the beginning of a sequence or fade out at the end of a sequence.
ENGLISH 41 41 Basic Recording Using the COLOUR NITE ✤ COLOUR NITE function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can take a shot of an object in slow motion by controlling the shutter speed, or a brighter image in dark places without a compromise in colours.
Using the LIGHT (VP-D372WH(i)/D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) ✤ LIGHT function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ The LIGHT enables you to record a subjects in dark places without sacrificing colour. ✤ The LIGHT can be used with the COLOUR NITE function only .
ENGLISH 43 43 ✤ The Record Mode function works in both <Camera> and <Player> (DV IN or A V IN (VP-D371i/D371Wi/D372WHi/D375Wi/D975Wi only)) modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ This Camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard play) mode and in LP (long play) mode.
ENGLISH 44 44 ✤ The WindCut Plus function works in both <Camera> and <Player> (Audio dubbing) modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ Use the WindCut Plus when recording in windy places such as the beach or near buildings. ✤ The WindCut Plus function minimizes wind or other noises while recording.
ENGLISH 45 45 ✤ The Real Stereo function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Real Stereo enhances the left and right input signals when using the internal microphone. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] . 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [T APE] .
ENGLISH 46 46 Advanced Recording Setting the Shutter Speed & Exposure ✤ The Shutter Speed function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ The Exposure function works in both <Camera> and <M.Cam> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ The Shutter Speed and Exposure functions can be set in the QUICK MENU.
ENGLISH 47 47 ✤ The Auto Focus/Manual Focus function works in both <Camera> and <M.Cam> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ 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.
ENGLISH 48 48 Advanced Recording Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (Program AE) ✤ The Program AE function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ The Program AE mode allows you to adjust shutter speeds and apertures to suit different recording conditions.
ENGLISH 49 49 Advanced Recording Setting the Program AE 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] . 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [T APE] . (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) 3. Press the [MENU] button. ■ The menu list will appear . 4. Press the [ … … / † † ] button to select <Camera> , then press the [OK] button.
ENGLISH 50 50 ✤ The White Balance function works in both <Camera> and <M.Cam> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ The White Balance is a recording function that preserves the unique image colour of the object in any recording condition. ✤ Y ou may select the appropriate White Balance mode to obtain good quality image colour .
ENGLISH 51 51 6. Press the [ … … / † † ] button to select the desired mode <Auto> , <Indoor> , <Outdoor> or <Custom WB> , then press the [OK] button. ■ T o explain about the Custom WB: (1) Select Custom WB and press the [OK] button.
ENGLISH 52 52 Applying V isual Effects ✤ The Visual Effect function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ The Visual Effects enable you to give a creative look to your recording. ✤ Select the appropriate Visual Effect for the type of picture that you wish to record and the effect you wish to create.
ENGLISH 53 53 Selecting the Visual Effects 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] . 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [T APE] . (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) 3. Press the [MENU] button. ■ The menu list will appear. 4. Press the [ … … / † † ] button to select <Camera> , then press the [OK] button.
ENGLISH 54 54 Advanced Recording Setting the 16:9 Wide mode ✤ The 16:9 Wide function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Recordings in 16:9 Wide will play back naturally only when the TV supports 16:9 aspect ratio. ✤ 16:9 Wide is the default setting for models VP-D371W(i)/D372WH(i)/D375W(i)/D975W(i).
ENGLISH 55 55 ✤ T ele Macro function works in both <Camera> and <M.Cam> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Effective focal distance in T ele Macro mode is 50 Cm (19.7 inches) ~ 100 Cm (39.4 inches). 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] . 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [T APE] or [CARD] .
ENGLISH 56 56 Advanced Recording Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) ✤ The DIS function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) is a function that compensates for any shaking or hand movement while holding the Camcorder (within reasonable limits).
ENGLISH 57 57 ✤ BLC works in both <Camera> and <M.Cam> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ Back lighting exists when the subject is darker than the background: - The subject is in front of a window .
ENGLISH 58 58 Advanced Recording Zooming In and Out with Digital Zoom (Digital Zoom) ✤ Maximum Digital Zoom works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Zooming more than 34x(VP-D371(i)/D371W(i)/D372WH(i)/D375W(i) only), 26x (VP-D975W(i) only) is achieved digitally , up to 1200x when combined with optical zoom.
ENGLISH 59 59 Advanced Recording Still Image Recording ✤ Still image recording works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ A tape must be inserted as still images are recorded on a tape. ✤ Please disable 16:9 Wide mode to use this function.
ENGLISH 60 60 Playback Playing Back a T ape on the LCD Screen ✤ The Playback function and speaker works only in <Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can monitor the playback picture on the LCD Screen. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [PLA YER] . 2.
ENGLISH 61 61 Playback V arious Functions while in Player Mode ✤ This function works only in <Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ The [PLA Y] , [STILL] , [STOP] , [FF] and [REW] buttons are located on the Camcorder and the remote control. (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) ✤ The [F .
ENGLISH 62 62 Frame Advance (T o play back frame by frame) (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) ■ Press the [F .ADV] button on the remote control while in still mode. - Video sequence advances frame by frame each time you press the [F .ADV] button. - The F .
ENGLISH 63 63 Playback Audio Dubbing (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) ✤ The Audio Dubbing function works only in <Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can not dub sound on a pre-recorded tape in LP or 16 bit mode. ✤ Y ou can add sound to the original sound on a pre-recorded tape recorded in SP mode with 12bit sound.
ENGLISH 64 64 Playback Dubbed Audio Playback ✤ The dubbed Audio Playback function works only in <Player> mode. ➥ page 19 1. Set the [Power] switch to [PLA YER] . 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [T APE] . (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) 3. Insert the dubbed tape and press the [MENU] button.
ENGLISH 65 65 ✤ The Playback function works only in <Player> mode. ➥ page 19 Playing back on a TV Monitor ✤ T o play back a tape, the television must be P AL compatible. ➥ page 101 ✤ We recommend that you use the AC Power adapter as the power source for the Camcorder .
Connecting to a TV which has no Audio/V ideo Input Jacks ✤ Y ou can connect your Camcorder to a TV through a VCR. 1. Connect the Camcorder to your VCR with the Audio/V ideo Cable. ■ The yellow jack: Video ■ The white jack: Audio(L) - Mono ■ The red jack: Audio(R) 2.
ENGLISH 67 67 Playback VOICE + Function ✤ The Voice+ function works only in <Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ When you want to play back or record a tape- recorded movie on other A V device,you can transfer the voice sound incoming from the internal microphone of your camcorder,instead of the audio signals on a pre-recorded tape.
ENGLISH 68 68 Playback Audio Effect ✤ Audio Effect function works only in <Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Audio Effect provides various playback effects to audio signals stored on a tape. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [PLA YER] . 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [T APE] .
ENGLISH 69 69 ✤ A V In/Out function works only in <Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ A V In/Out setting enables you to record signals from external sources and display it on LCD Screen. Also, you can send your video or image to external devices to record or play back.
ENGLISH 70 70 Connection Copying a Camcorder T ape onto a V ideo T ape ✤ The copying function works only in <Player> Mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Connect your Camcorder to a VCR using the A V jack to copy the recording from a camcorder tape onto a VCR tape.
ENGLISH 71 71 Connection Recording (Copying) a TV Programme or V ideo T ape onto a Camcorder T ape (VP-D371i/D371Wi/D372WHi/D375Wi/D975W i only) ✤ The Recording (Copying) function works only in <Player> Mode.
ENGLISH 72 72 ✤ This camcorder can use SD memory cards and MMC (Multi Media Cards). Some cards are not compatible according to the memory card manufacturer and memory card type. ✤ The Memory Card stores and manages images recorded by the Camcorder .
73 73 ENGLISH Structure of Folders and Files on the Memory Card Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) [ Notes ] ■ Do not apply excessive force when you insert/eject the Memory Card. ■ Do not turn the power off while recording, loading, erasing a photo image or formatting the Memory Card.
ENGLISH 74 74 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) Selecting the Photo Quality ✤ Photo Quality function works in both <Player> and <M.Cam> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can select the quality of a photo image to be recorded.
75 75 ENGLISH Selecting the recording Photo Size (VP-D975W(i) only) ✤ Photo Size function works only in <M.Cam> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can set the photo image size to meet your needs. 1. Set the [Power] switch to the [CAMERA] . 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [CARD] .
ENGLISH 76 76 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) Setting the File Number ✤ File Number setting works only in <M.Cam> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ File Numbers are given to images in the order they were recorded when they are stored on the Memory Card.
77 77 ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) T aking a Photo Image (JPEG) on the Memory Card ✤ Y ou may take photo images while in <M.Cam> mode and store the images on the Memory Card. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can take photo images using the remote control.
ENGLISH 78 78 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) V iewing Photo Images (JPEG) ✤ This function works only in <M.Player> mode. ➥ page 19 Y ou can play back and view photo images recorded on the Memory Card. ✤ Be sure that the <M.
79 79 ENGLISH ✤ The Protection function works only in <M.Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can protect important images from accidental erasure. If you format the Camcorder, all images including protected images will be erased. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [PLA YER] .
ENGLISH 80 80 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) Deleting Photo Images and Moving Images ✤ The Delete function works only in <M.Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can erase the photo images and moving images recorded on the Memory Card.
Deleting All Images at Once ✤ Steps from 1 to 5 are the same as described in page 80. 6. Press the [ … … / † † ] button to select <Delete All> , then press the [OK] button. ■ A message <Do you want to delete all?> is displayed.
ENGLISH 82 82 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) Formatting a Memory Card ✤ The Format function works only in <M.Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can use the Format functions to completely delete all images and options on the Memory Card, including protected images.
83 83 ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) Recording Moving Images (MPEG) on a Memory Card ✤ Y ou may record moving images while in <M.Cam> mode and store the images on a Memory Card. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can record moving images with audio on a Memory Card.
ENGLISH 84 84 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) [ Notes ] ■ Up tp 2000 MPEG files can be stored on a memory card. ■ MPEG files (Moving images) can be recorded up to 2 GB per a moving file. ■ [MENU] button and [OK] button are not available while recording a moving image.
85 85 ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) Playing the Moving Images (MPEG) on a Memory Card (M.Play Select) ✤ The Moving Images Playback function works only in <M. Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can play the moving images on a Memory Card.
ENGLISH 86 86 Digital Still Camera Mode (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) Recording Photo Image from a Cassette ✤ This function works only in <Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can capture a frame on a tape and save it as a Photo on a Memory Card. 1.
87 87 ENGLISH ✤ The Photo Copy function works only in <Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Y ou can copy all still images recorded with the Photo function from the cassette to a Memory Card. ✤ Rewind the tape to the desired point. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [PLA YER] .
ENGLISH 88 88 ✤ The Print Mark function works only in <M.Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ This Camcorder supports the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) print format. ✤ Y ou can automatically print images recorded on a Memory Card with a printer supporting DPOF .
89 89 ENGLISH ✤ PictBridge TM function works only in <M.Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ By connecting the Camcorder to printers with PictBridge support (sold separately), you can send images from the Memory Card directly to the printer with a few simple operations.
ENGLISH 90 90 PictBridge TM (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) Selecting Images 1. In the <PictBridge> settings menu, press the [ œ œ œ œ / √ √ √ √ (REV/FWD)] buttons to select an image to print. Setting the Number of Prints 2. Press the [ … … / † † ] button to select <Copies> , then press the [OK] button.
91 91 ENGLISH IEEE 1394 Data T ransfer Connecting to a DV Device (DVD Recorder, Camcorder , etc.) ■ Connecting to other standard DV products. - A standard DV connection is quite simple. - If a product has a DV jack, you can transfer data by connecting to the DV jack using the correct cable.
ENGLISH 92 92 IEEE 1394 Data T ransfer Recording with a DV Connection Cable (VP-D371i/D371Wi/D372WHi/ D375Wi/D975Wi only) 1. Set the [Power] switch to [PLA YER] . 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [T APE] . (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) 3. Connect the DV cable (not supplied) from the DV jack of the Camcorder to the DV jack of the other DV device.
93 93 ENGLISH DEUTSCH Using USB Interface USB Interface (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) T ransferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection ✤ The Camcorder supports both USB 1.1 and 2.0 standards. (Depends on the PC specification) ✤ Y ou can transfer a recorded file on a Memory Card to your PC via a USB connection.
ENGLISH 94 94 ✤ USB Connect function works only in <M.Player> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ Using the USB cable, you can connect your Camcorder to a computer to copy your moving images and photo images from the Memory Card, or to a printer to print your images.
95 95 ENGLISH USB Interface (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) ✤ T o play back moving images recorded by the Camcorder or streaming data transferred through the USB connection on a PC, the Video Codec program should be installed. ✤ Do not connect the Camcorder to PC before installing the program.
ENGLISH 96 96 USB Interface (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) 1. Connect a USB cable to the USB jack on the PC. ■ If a USB cable is connected to the Camcorder's USB jack, the Audio/Video Cable is disabled. 2. Connect the other end of the USB cable into the USB jack on the Camcorder .
97 97 ENGLISH USB Interface (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) Using the PC Camera Function ✤ This function works only in <Camera> mode. ➥ page 19 ✤ T o use the PC Camera function, DV Driver , Video Codec and DirectX 9.0 programs must be installed in the PC.
ENGLISH 98 98 USB Interface (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) Using the USB Streaming Function ✤ This function works in both <Camera> and <Player> modes. ➥ page 19 ✤ T o use USB streaming, the DV Driver , Video Codec and DirectX 9.0. programs must be installed in the PC.
99 99 ENGLISH After Finishing a Recording Usable Cassette T apes ✤ At the end of a recording you must remove the power source. ✤ When recording with a Battery Pack, leaving the pack on the Camcorder can reduce the life span of the battery . The Battery Pack should be release after recording is completed.
ENGLISH 100 100 Maintenance Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder Cleaning the Video Heads T o ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads when the playback pictures display square block-shaped noise or distortion, or a blue screen appears.
101 101 ENGLISH Maintenance Using Y our Camcorder Abroad ✤ Each country or region has its own electric and colour systems. ✤ Before using your Camcorder abroad, check the following items. Power sources ■ Y ou can use your Camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC Power adapter within 100V to 240V , 50/60 Hz.
ENGLISH 102 102 Display T ape end! Blinking Informs that... Action slow The Battery pack is almost discharged. Change to a charged one. slow When the remaining time on the tape is about 2 minutes. Prepare a new one. T ape end! no The tape reached its end.
103 103 ENGLISH T roubleshooting Self Diagnosis Display in M.Cam/M.Player Modes (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) Display Blinking Informs that... Action No Memory Card! slow There is no Memory Card in the Camcorder. Insert a Memory Card. No image! slow There are no images recorded on the Memory Card.
ENGLISH 104 104 T roubleshooting ✤ If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service centre. Explanation/Solution Symptom Y ou cannot switch the Camcorder on. Check the Battery pack or the AC Power adapter.
105 105 ENGLISH Setting menu items ! : VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only @ : VP-D371i/D371Wi/D372WHi/D375Wi/D975Wi only # : VP-D975W(i) only T roubleshooting Functions Main Menu Sub Menu Page M .
ENGLISH 106 106 T roubleshooting Functions Main Menu Sub Menu Page M M . . P P l l a a y y e e r r ! M M . . C C a a m m ! P P l l a a y y e e r r C C a a m m e e r r a a Available mode Display System.
107 107 ENGLISH Specifications Model Name: VP- D371(i)/D371W(i)/D372WH(i)/D375W(i)/D975W(i) Video signal Video recording system Audio recording system Usable cassette T ape speed T ape recording time .
ENGLISH 108 108 Index Accessories .................................8 AF/MF ....................................... 47 Audio Dubbing .......................... 63 Audio Mode ............................... 43 Battery Pack ............................. 16 BLC .
DEUTSCHLAND Auf dieses Samsung-Produkt wird vom Hersteller eine vierundzwanzig- monatige Garantie gegen Material- und V erarbeitungsfehler gegeben. Die Garantiezeit beginnt mit dem Kauf des Gerätes beim Fachhändler .
Schweiz Auf dieses Samsung-Produkt wird vom Hersteller eine Garantie von 12 Monaten gegen Material- und Verarbeitungsfehler gegeben. Die Garantiezeit beginnt mit dem Kauf des Gerätes beim Fachhändler. Sollte es erforderlich werden, Garantieleistungen in Anspruch zu nehmen, wenden Sie sich bitte an unser Contact Center.
Österreich Auf dieses Samsung-Produkt wird vom Hersteller eine Garantie von 24 Monaten gegen Material- und Verarbeitungsfehler gegeben. Die Garantiezeit beginnt mit dem Kauf des Gerätes beim Fachhändler. Sollte es erforderlich werden, Garantieleistungen in Anspruch zu nehmen, wenden Sie sich bitte an unser Contact Center.
ENGLISH Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care centre. DEUTSCH Kontakt zu Samsung Falls Sie Fragen oder Anregungen zu Samsung-Produkten haben, wenden Sie sich bitte an den Samsung-Kundendienst.
ENGLISH THIS CAMCORDER IS MANUF ACTURED BY : RoHS compliant Our product complies with “The Restriction Of the use of certain Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic equipment”, and we do.
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If you already are a holder of Samsung VP-D371W(i), but have not read the manual yet, you should do it for the reasons described above. You will learn then if you properly used the available features, and whether you have not made any mistakes, which can shorten the lifetime Samsung VP-D371W(i).
However, one of the most important roles played by the user manual is to help in solving problems with Samsung VP-D371W(i). Almost always you will find there Troubleshooting, which are the most frequently occurring failures and malfunctions of the device Samsung VP-D371W(i) along with tips on how to solve them. Even if you fail to solve the problem, the manual will show you a further procedure – contact to the customer service center or the nearest service center
