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Digital Video Camcorder
VP-D963(i)/D964W(i)/
D965W(i)
VP-D963(i)/D964W(i)/
D965W(i)
Auto Focus
AF
CCD Charge Coupled Device
LCD Liquid Crystal Display
AF
CCD
LCD
Owner’s Instruction Book
Before operating the unit, please
read this Instruction Book thoroughly,
and retain it for future reference.
This product meets the intent of
Directive 89/336 CEE, 73/23 CEE, 93/68 CEE.
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.
AD68-01040L
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Contents
Notes and Safety Instructions ...............................................5
Getting to Know Your Camcorder ........................................7
Features .....................................................................................................................................7
Accessories Supplied with Camcorder......................................................................................8
Front & Left View .......................................................................................................................9
Left Side View ..........................................................................................................................10
Right & Top View......................................................................................................................11
Rear & Bottom View ................................................................................................................12
Remote Control........................................................................................................................13
Preparation..........................................................................14
Using the Hand Strap & Lens Cover.......................................................................................14
Lithium Battery Installation.......................................................................................................15
Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack.........................................................................................16
Connecting a Power Source....................................................................................................19
About the Operating Modes.....................................................................................................19
Using the QUICK MENU .........................................................................................................20
OSD (On Screen Display) in Camera/Player Modes .............................................................21
OSD (On Screen Display) in M.Cam/M.Player Modes ..............................................................22
Turning the OSD (On Screen Display) On/Off .......................................................................22
Initial Setting : System Menu Setting ..................................23
Setting the Clock (Clock Set)..................................................................................................23
Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (Remote).................................................24
Setting the Beep Sound (Beep Sound)..................................................................................25
Setting the Shutter Sound (Shutter Sound)...........................................................................26
Selecting the OSD Language (Language).............................................................................27
Viewing the Demonstration (Demonstration) ........................................................................28
Initial Setting : Display Menu Setting..................................29
Adjusting the LCD Screen (LCD Bright/ LCD Colour)..........................................................29
Displaying the Date/Time (Date/Time)....................................................................................30
Setting the TV Display (TV Display).......................................................................................31
Basic Recording...................................................................32
Using the Viewfinder................................................................................................................32
Inserting / Ejecting a Cassette.................................................................................................32
Various Recording Techniques ................................................................................................33
Making your First Recording....................................................................................................34
Recording with Ease for Beginners (EASY.Q Mode) .............................................................35
Reviewing and Searching when Recording (REC SEARCH) ................................................36
Searching quickly for a desired scene (Setting the Zero Memory)......................................37
Self Record using the Remote Control (Setting the Self Timer) ..........................................38
Zooming In and Out.................................................................................................................39
Using the Tele Macro...............................................................................................................39
Using the Fade In and Out ......................................................................................................40
Using Back Light Compensation Mode (BLC)........................................................................41
Using the COLOR NITE (COLOUR NITE) .............................................................................42
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Advanced Recording ...........................................................43
Selecting the Record Mode & Audio Mode.............................................................................43
Cutting Off Wind Noise (WindCut Plus).................................................................................44
Selecting the Real Stereo........................................................................................................45
Setting the Shutter Speed & Exposure ...................................................................................46
Auto Focus / Manual Focus.....................................................................................................47
Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (Program AE)......................................................48
Setting the White Balance .......................................................................................................50
Applying Visual Effects ............................................................................................................51
Setting the 16:9 Wide ..............................................................................................................53
Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS)................................................................................54
Zooming In and Out with Digital Zoom (Digital Zoom)..........................................................55
Still Image Recording...............................................................................................................56
Searching for a still image ................................................................................................56
Playback ..............................................................................57
Playing Back a Tape on the LCD Screen................................................................................57
Various Functions while in Player Mode .................................................................................58
Zooming during Playback (PB ZOOM) ...................................................................................60
Audio Dubbing..........................................................................................................................61
Dubbed Audio Playback...........................................................................................................62
Tape Playback..........................................................................................................................63
Audio Effect..............................................................................................................................65
Setting the AV In/Out (VP-D963i/D964Wi/D965Wi only) ........................................................66
Digital Still Camera Mode ......................................................................67
Using a Memory Card (Usable Memory Card) (not supplied)............................................67
Memory Card Functions...................................................................................................67
Inserting a Memory Card..................................................................................................67
Ejecting a Memory Card ..................................................................................................67
Structure of Folders and Files on the Memory Card...............................................................68
Selecting the Memory Type (VP-D965W(i) only)....................................................................69
Selecting the Photo Quality .....................................................................................................70
Selecting the recording Photo size..........................................................................................71
Setting the File Number...........................................................................................................72
Taking a Photo Image (JPEG) on the Memory Card..............................................................73
Using the Built in Flash............................................................................................................74
Viewing Photo Images (JPEG)................................................................................................75
To view a Single Image....................................................................................................75
To view a Slide Show ......................................................................................................75
To view the Multi Display................................................................................................75
Protection from accidental Erasure .........................................................................................76
Deleting Photo Images and Moving Images...........................................................................77
Formatting the Memory Card...................................................................................................79
Recording Moving Images (MPEG) on a Memory Card.........................................................80
Playing Moving Images (MPEG) on the Memory Card (M.Play Select) ...............................81
Recording a Moving Image from a Cassette as a Photo Image ............................................82
Copying Still Images from a Cassette to Memory Card (Photo Copy) .................................83
Copies Files from the Memory Card to the Built-in Memory (Copy to) (VP-D965W(i) only) ...84
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Marking Images for Printing (Print Mark) ...............................................................................85
Removing the Print Mark .................................................................................................85
PictBridgeTM .........................................................................86
Printing Your Pictures – Using the PictBridgeTM ......................................................................86
Connecting To a Printer....................................................................................................86
Selecting Images..............................................................................................................87
Setting the Number of Prints ............................................................................................87
Setting the Date/Time Imprint Option ...............................................................................87
Printing Images................................................................................................................87
Canceling the Printing......................................................................................................87
IEEE 1394 Data Transfer......................................................88
Transferring IEEE1394 (i.LINK)-DV Standard Data Connections
(VP-D963i/D964Wi/D965Wi only)............................................................................................88
Connecting to a DV Device (DVD Recorder, Camcorder, etc). ...........................................88
Connecting to a PC ..........................................................................................................88
System Requirements.......................................................................................................88
Recording with a DV Connection Cable............................................................................89
USB Interface .....................................................................................90
Using USB Interface ................................................................................................................90
Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection....................................................90
USB Connection Speed depending on the System..............................................................90
System Requirements.......................................................................................................90
Selecting the USB Device (USB Connect) ............................................................................91
Installing DV Media PRO Program..........................................................................................92
Connecting to a PC..................................................................................................................93
Disconnecting the USB Cable...........................................................................................93
Using the PC Camera Function.........................................................................................94
Using the USB Streaming Function ..................................................................................95
Using the removable Disk Function ..................................................................................95
Maintenance........................................................................96
After Finishing a Recording .....................................................................................................96
Usable Cassette Tapes............................................................................................................96
Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder...............................................................................97
Using Your Camcorder Abroad................................................................................................98
Troubleshooting...................................................................99
Troubleshooting........................................................................................................................99
Self Diagnosis Display.....................................................................................................99
Self Diagnosis Display in M.Cam/M.Player Modes .........................................................100
Setting menu items................................................................................................................102
Specifications ................................................................... 104
Index ................................................................................ 105
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Notes and Safety Instructions
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 that connects the LCD Screen to
the Camcorder.
1. Open the LCD Screen 90 degrees to the
LCD Open Knob
Camcorder with your finger.
180 degrees (max.)
2. Rotate it to the best angle to record or play.
I If you rotate the LCD Screen 180 degrees
to the lens side, you can close the LCD
Screen with the display facing out.
I This is convenient during playback operations.
[Note]
Refer to page 29 to adjust brightness and colour of the LCD Screen.
Notes regarding the LCD Screen, Viewfinder, Lens
1. Direct sunlight can damage the LCD
Screen, the inside of the Viewfinder or
the Lens.
Take pictures of the sun only in low light
conditions, such as at dusk.
2. The LCD Screen has been manufactured
using high precision technology.
However, there may be tiny dots (red,
blue or green in colour) that appear on the LCD Screen. These dots
are normal and do not affect the recorded picture in any way.
3. Do not pick up the Camcorder by holding the Viewfinder, LCD Screen
or Battery Pack.
4. Applying excessive force to the Viewfinder may damage it.
Notes regarding the Video Head Cleaning
I To ensure normal recording and a clear picture, clean the video
heads regularly.
If a square block-shape distorts playback, or only a blue screen is
displayed, the video heads may be dirty.
If this happens, clean the video heads with a dry type cleaning
cassette.
I Do not use a wet-type cleaning cassette. It may damage the video
heads.
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Notes and Safety Instructions
Notes regarding Camcorder
I Do not leave the Camcorder exposed to high temperatures (above 60 °C or 140 °F).
For example, in a parked car in the sun or exposed to direct sunlight.
I Do not let the Camcorder get wet. Keep the Camcorder away from rain, sea
water, and any other form of moisture.
If the Camcorder gets wet, it may get damaged. Sometimes a malfunction due to
exposure to liquids cannot be repaired.
I A sudden rise in atmospheric temperature may cause condensation to form
inside the Camcorder.
- When you move the Camcorder from a cold location to a warm location (e.g.
from outside to inside during the winter.)
- When you move the Camcorder from a cool location to a hot location (e.g.
from inside to outside during the summer.)
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(DEW) protection feature is activated, leave the Camcorder for at least
If the
two hours in a dry, warm room with the cassette compartment opened and the
Battery Pack removed.
Notices regarding Copyright
Television programmes, video tapes, DVD titles, films, and other programme
materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized copying of copyrighted material may be against the law.
All the trade names and registered trademarks mentioned in this manual or other
documentation provided with your Samsung product are trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective holders.
Servicing & Replacement Parts
I Do not attempt to service this Camcorder yourself.
I Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
I Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
I When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer and having the same
characteristics as the original part.
I Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder
Features
I Digital Data Transfer Function with IEEE1394
By incorporating the IEEE 1394 (i.LINK™: i.LINK is a serial data transfer protocol and
interconnectivity system, used to transmit DV data) high speed data transport port,
both moving and photo images can be transferred to a PC, making it possible to
produce or edit various images.
I USB Interface for Digital Image Data Transfer
You can transfer images to a PC using the USB interface without an add-on card.
Your camcorder incorporates a 1.0mega-pixel CCD. Highresolution still images can
be recorded to a Memory card.
I Mega-pixel CCD
I Built-in Flash
You can take natural-looking flash pictures with appropriate illumination using the
built-in Flash.
1200x Digital Zoom
Allows you to magnify an image up to 1200 times its original size.
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I Audio Enhancement
I Colour TFT LCD
Provides more powerful sound with added Real Stereo and Audio Effect functionalities.
A high-resolution colour TFT LCD gives you clean, sharp images as well as the ability
to review your recordings immediately.
A high-resolution colour TFT LCD of 230K pixels supports 16:9 aspect ratio of VP-
D964W(i)/D965W(i).
I Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS)
The DIS compensates for any handshake, reducing unstable images particularly at
high magnification.
I Various Visual Effects
The Visual Effects allows you to give your films a special look by adding various
special effects.
I Back Light Compensation (BLC)
The BLC function compensates for the bright background behind a subject you're
recording.
I Program AE
The Program AE enables you to alter the shutter speed and aperture to suit the type
of scene/action to be filmed.
I High Power Zoom Lens
I Digital Still Camera Function
Power Zoom lens allows users to magnify the subject clearly up to X26.
- Using Memory Card, you can easily record and playback standard photo images.
- You can transfer standard photo images on the Memory Card to your PC using
the USB interface.
I Moving Image Recording
Moving image recording makes it possible to record video onto a Memory Card.
I Multi Memory Card Slot (VP-D964W(i)/D965W(i) only)
Multi Memory Card slot is able to use Memory Stick (Duo), Memory Stick PRO, MMC
and SD.
I Built-in Memory (VP-D965W(i) only)
You can use digital still camera functions without a separate external Memory Card,
using the built-in memory installed in your Camcorder. (VP-D965W(i): 64MB)
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IEEE 1394 (i.LINKTM: i.LINK
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder
Accessories Supplied with Camcorder
Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your
digital video Camcorder.
Basic Accessories
1. Lithium Ion Battery Pack
(SB-LSM80)
1. Lithium Ion Battery Pack
2. AC Power Adapter
3. AC Cord
(SB-LSM80)
(AA-E8 TYPE)
2. AC Power Adapter
(AA-E8 TYPE)
3. AC Cord
4. Multi Cable
5. Instruction Book
6. Lithium Battery for Remote
Control or Clock.
(TYPE: CR2025)
7. Remote Control
8. USB Cable
9. Software CD
10.Lens Cover
11.Lens Cover Strap
4. Multi Cable
5. Instruction Book
6. Lithium Battery (CR2025)
7. Remote Control
8. USB Cable
9. Software CD
10. Lens Cover
11. Lens Cover Strap
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