Samsung SC-D6550 User Manual

ENGLISHDigital Video CamcorderOwner’s Instruction BookBefore operating the unit, please read thisInstruction Book thoroughly, and retain it forfuture

Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques ... 107E

ENGLISH9696[ Note ]Pressing the DISPLAY button while the menu is displayed makes the LCD screen clearer by changing the background into black.Digital

Taking Still Images: EASY.Q ModeENGLISH9797Taking and Viewing Your First Photo Digital Still Camera Mode : Basic Image Taking✤ This function works in

ENGLISH9898Viewing Still Images✤ You can play back and view still images stored on the Memory Card.✤ Still images stored on the Memory Card are all di

ENGLISH9999Digital Still Camera Mode : Basic Image Taking1. Set the Power switch to (CAMERA).2. Set the Mode Dial to (Play). The last image taken app

Viewing a Still Image using the Quick ReviewENGLISH100100Digital Still Camera Mode : Basic Image Taking✤ The Q.View function works only for still imag

Deleting Still Images and Moving ImagesDeleting One Image in Multiple Image ViewENGLISH101101Digital Still Camera Mode : Basic Image Taking1. Insert a

ENGLISH102102Digital Still Camera Mode : Basic Image Taking1. Set the Power switch to (CAMERA).2. Set the Mode Dial to (Play). A stored image is disp

ENGLISH103103Delayed Recording – Self TimerDigital Still Camera Mode : Basic Image Taking✤ Self Timer function works in (Program), (Movie), M, S, A

Setting the Resolution and Frame RateENGLISH104104MPEG RecordingDigital Still Camera Mode : Basic Image Taking✤ You can record a moving image using th

ENGLISH105105Digital Still Camera Mode : Basic Image Taking✤ You can record a moving image using the (Movie) mode.✤ Before recording a moving image,

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ENGLISH106106Digital Still Camera Mode : Basic Image Taking1. Set the Power switch to (CAMERA).2. Set the Mode Dial to (Play). A stored image is disp

Vibration WarningENGLISH107107Setting the FocusDigital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques ✤ In (CAMERA) mode, the automatic focus will not engag

ENGLISH108108Using the Built-In FlashDigital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques ✤ The Flash works in (CAMERA) modes and allows the user to take

ENGLISH109109Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Available Flash Modes by Camera ModeProgramOOOOOAAperturePriorityXXOXOSS. SpeedPriorityXX

Auto Focus ModeManual Focus ModeENGLISH110110Setting the Focus Modes✤ Choose a focus mode to suit your subject and composition. Auto focusing, Continu

ENGLISH111111Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques ✤ Continuous Auto Focus function works in (Program), MySET, M, S, A and SCENE(CHILDREN a

ENGLISH112112Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques ✤ Macro Mode function works in (Program), (Movie), MySET, M, S, A andSCENE(CLOSE-UP onl

Locking the Auto Exposure: AE LOCKENGLISH113113Setting the ExposureDigital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques ✤ Exposure, shutter speed and ISO s

ENGLISH114114Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques ✤ MULTI and SPOT AE functions work in (Program), M, S and A modes.✤ Use this function to

ENGLISH115115✤ Preset SCENE modes are provided to assist the user in taking pictures under variouslighting conditions.✤ The SCENE modes direct the cam

ENGLISH88Notes and Safety InstructionsNotes regarding the Rotation of the LCD ScreenPlease rotate the LCD screen carefully as illustrated. Over rotati

ENGLISH116116Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques ✤ The Manual Exposure compensation function works in (Program), S and A modes.✤ If the i

ENGLISH117117Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques ✤ Aperture function works in M and A modes.✤ By controlling the aperture, the user may ad

ENGLISH118118Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques ✤ The Shutter Speed function works in M and S modes.✤ By controlling the shutter speed an

ENGLISH119119Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques ✤ The White Balance function works in (Program), (Movie), M, S and A modes.✤ Digital Ca

ENGLISH120120✤ The white balance function works in (Program), (Movie), M, S and A modes.1. Set the Power switch to (CAMERA).2. Set the Mode Dial to

ENGLISH121121Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques ✤ The ISO Sensitivity function works in (Program), M, S and A modes.✤ Sensitivity is a m

ENGLISH122122Using Digital Special EffectsDigital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques ✤The DSE (Digital Special Effects) function works in (Progr

ENGLISH123123Taking Multiple Images Using Auto Exposure BracketingDigital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques ✤Auto Exposure Bracketing works only

ENGLISH124124Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Taking Multiple Images using Continuous Shot✤Continuous Shot function works in (Program)

ENGLISH125125Quick StartSetting the SharpnessDigital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques ✤ The Sharpness function works in (Program), (Movie), M

ENGLISH99Notes and Safety InstructionsTelevision programs, video tapes, DVD titles, films, and other program materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorize

Zooming InZooming OutENGLISH126126Using the Digital ZoomDigital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques ✤A 3x optical zoom and 12x digital zoom are av

ENGLISH127127Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Rotating a Stored Image✤The Image Rotating function works only in the (Play) mode.✤This

ENGLISH128128Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Resizing a Stored Image✤The Image Resizing function works only in the (Play) mode.✤This

ENGLISH129129Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Customizing Your Camera – MySET Menu✤MySET menu works only in (Program), M, S and A mode

ENGLISH130130Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques ✤After saving your MySET configurations as instructed in the previous page, follow theses

✤This function changes the starting image that is displayed when the camera is turned on.✤You can select and resize a still image to appear as your ne

Trimming the ImageZooming the ImageENGLISH132132Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques Zooming & Trimming Recorded Images (Playback ZOOM)

ENGLISH133133Quick StartProtecting Stored ImagesDigital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques ✤The Protection function works only in (Play) mode.✤S

To Select Images to be Protected✤Select SELECT.1. Move the Joystick up or down to select SELECT, then press the Joystick(OK). The multiple images scre

ENGLISHUsing the Camera - Advanced Techniques135135Formatting a Memory Card✤You can use the Format function to completely delete all still images/movi

ENGLISH1010Notes and Safety Instructions When the battery reaches the end of its life, please contact your local dealer. The batteries have to be deal

Connecting To a PrinterENGLISHDigital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques 136136✤ By connecting the Camcorder to printers with PictBridge support

ENGLISHDigital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques 137137✤ To select images, select SELECT.1. In the PictBridge settings menu, move the Joystick u

ENGLISHDigital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques 138138✤ To customize your print options such as PAPER SIZE, LAYOUT, PAPER TYPE, PRINT QUALITY,D

ENGLISH139139Digital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques ✤ After selecting images and the PRINTER SETUP settings, print your images by choosing th

Resetting PictBridge SettingsENGLISHDigital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques 140140✤ DPOF PRINT requires at least one DPOF marked image on the

Standard DPOF SetupENGLISHDigital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques 141141Quick StartENGLISHPrinting Your Images – Using the DPOF (Digital Print

Print Size DPOF SetupENGLISHDigital Still Camera Mode : Advanced Techniques 1421421. Press the MENU button, then select (DPOF) by moving the Joystick

Printing DPOF Marked ImagesENGLISH143143 If ALL PICs is selected, print size setting menu is displayed. Move the Joystick up ordown to set the print s

After Using Your CamcorderCleaning For LCD ScreenENGLISHMaintenance144144Precautions on Camcorder CareCleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder✤ For prol

ENGLISHMaintenance145145 To Clean the Exterior of Your Device- To clean the exterior, use a soft dry cloth. Wipe the body gently. Do not apply excessi

ENGLISH1111Notes and Safety InstructionsDo not film with the camera lens pointing directly at the sun.Direct sunlight can damage the CCD(Charge Couple

Color SystemENGLISHMaintenance146146Precautions on Camcorder CareUsing Your Camcorder Abroad✤ Each country or region has its own electric and color sy

ENGLISHTroubleshooting147147✤ If your device fails to function as expected, please check the following before contacting service personnel. Refer to t

ENGLISHTroubleshooting148148✤If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung dealer or authorized service center/personn

ENGLISHTroubleshooting149149Symptom Possible Causes MeasureImages on the LCD screen appeardarkRear of the LCD screen is hotPlay, rewind and fast forwa

ENGLISHSpecifications150150Model NameCamcorder SystemVideo SignalVideo Recording SystemAudio Recording SystemUsable CassetteTape SpeedTape Recording T

ENGLISHSpecifications151151LensCAMCORDER CAMERAOptical Zoom RatioDigital Zoom RatioFocal Length (f)F. No (Wide / Tele)Zooming SpeedFilter DiameterMacr

ENGLISHIndex152152Audio dubbing ... 74Audio Mode...

ENGLISHIndex153153Speaker ...69SPOT-AE ...

ENGLISH154154Warranty (SEA users only)SAMSUNGLIMITED WARRANTYSAMSUNG Electronics America Inc. (SEA), warrants that this product is free from defective

ENGLISH155155Memo

ENGLISH1212Notes and Safety InstructionsPrecaution regarding the Lithium Battery1. The Lithium battery maintains the clock function and user settings;

ENGLISH*Samsung Electronics’ Internet Home Pagehttp://www.samsung.comAD68-00875GTHIS CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY:SERVICE DIVISION400 Valley Road, Sui

ENGLISH1313Getting to Know Your CamcorderFeatures Multi OSD LanguageYou can select the desired OSD language from OSD List. Digital Data Transfer Funct

ENGLISH1414✤ Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your digital camcorder.1. Lithium Ion Battery Pack2. AC Power Adapter (A

ENGLISH1515Getting to Know Your CamcorderFront & Left View1. Built-in Flash (see page 108) 2. Camcorder Lens3. Camera Lens4. Internal MIC5. TFT L

ENGLISHNotices and Safety InstructionsSafety InstructionsRISK OF ELECTRICSHOCKDO NOT OPENCAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOTREMOVE C

ENGLISH1616Getting to Know Your CamcorderLeft Side View1. MENU2. DISPLAY (see page 25)3. EASY.Q (see page 42)4. Function Buttons5. DELETE ( ) (see pa

ENGLISH1717Getting to Know Your CamcorderRight & Top View1. Focus Adjustment Knob (see page 37)2. Viewfinder (see page 37)3. Start/Stop Button4

ENGLISH18181. Lithium Battery Cover2. Charging Indicator3. Tripod Receptacle4. Memory Card Slot5. Battery Release6. Hand Strap Hook7. TAPE EJECT8. Sh

ENGLISH1919Getting to Know Your CamcorderRemote Control1. PHOTO (see pages 67, 97)2. START/STOP3. SELF TIMER (see pages 45, 103)4. ZERO MEMORY (see pa

ENGLISH2020✤ It is very important to ensure that the Hand strap has been correctly adjusted before you begin your recording.The Hand strap enables you

ENGLISH2121Preparation✤ The Lithium battery maintains the clock function and preset contents of the memory; even if the Battery pack or AC Poweradapte

ENGLISH2222PreparationConnecting a Power Source✤ There are two types of power source that can be connected to your Camcorder.- The AC Power adapter an

ENGLISH2323PreparationUsing the Lithium Ion Battery Pack✤ The amount of continuous recording time available depends on- The type and capacity of the B

ENGLISH2424PreparationTable of continuous Recording Time based on Model and Battery Type.✤ If you close the LCD screen, it switches off and the Viewfi

ENGLISH2525Turning the OSD (On Screen Display) On/Off Preparation✤ The battery level display indicates the amount of power remaining in the Battery pa

ENGLISHNotices and Safety Instructions9. VENTILATION: Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of t

ENGLISH2626PreparationOSD (On Screen Display) in REC/PLAY Modes1. Battery Level (see page 25)2. Manual Focus (see page 56) 3. EASY.Q (see page 42)4. D

ENGLISH2727227210ISOAUTOAWB12:00 PM2005.01.01F2.81/60MFALPreparation1. Battery Level (see page 25)2. Camera Mode3. F (Aperture Range) No.(see page 117

ENGLISHPreparation2828Using the Joystick✤ The Joystick is used to make a selection and to move the cursor left, right, up and down. Using the Joystick

ENGLISH2929The Camcorder : System Menu SettingSelecting the OSD Language✤ The Language function works in both REC and PLAY modes.✤ Select the appropri

ENGLISH3030The Camcorder : System Menu Setting✤ Clock setup works in both REC and PLAY modes.✤ The Date/Time is automatically recorded onto a tape.Bef

ENGLISH3131✤ The Remote function works in both REC and PLAY modes.✤ The Remote option allows you to enable or disable the remote control for use with

ENGLISH3232The Camcorder : System Menu SettingSetting the Beep Sound✤ The Beep Sound function works in both REC and PLAY modes.✤ You can turn the Beep

ENGLISH3333✤ Before you begin: Make sure that there is no tape inserted in the Camcorder. (see page 38)✤ Demonstration automatically shows you the maj

ENGLISH3434✤ This function works in both REC and PLAY modes.✤ Your Camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch color Liquid Crystal Display(LCD) screen, whi

ENGLISH3535✤ The Date/Time function works in both REC and PLAY modes.✤ The date and time are automatically recorded on a special data area of the tape

ENGLISHNotices and Safety Instructions14. LIGHTNING:For added protection of this CAMCORDER during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and

ENGLISH3636✤ The TV Display function works in both REC and PLAY modes.✤ You can select the output path of the OSD (On Screen Display).- Off: The OSD a

ENGLISH3737The Camcorder : Basic Recording✤ The Viewfinder will work when the LCD screen is closed.The focus adjustment knob of the Viewfinder enables

ENGLISH3838The Camcorder : Basic RecordingInserting and Ejecting a Cassette✤ When inserting a tape or closing the cassette compartment, do not apply e

ENGLISH3939The Camcorder : Basic Recording✤ While recording, it is very important to hold the Camcorder correctly.✤ Fix the lens cover firmly by clipp

ENGLISH4040The Camcorder : Basic Recording✤ In some situations different recording techniques may be required for more dramatic results.1. General rec

ENGLISH4141The Camcorder : Basic RecordingMaking your First Recording1. Connect a power source to the Camcorder. (see page 22)(A Battery pack or a AC

ENGLISH4242The Camcorder : Basic Recording✤ The EASY.Q mode works only in REC mode.✤ The EASY.Q mode allows a beginner to easily make good recordings.

ENGLISH4343The Camcorder : Basic RecordingRecord SearchWhen a cassette is loaded and the Camcorder is left in the STBY mode for more than 5 minutes wi

ENGLISH4444ENGLISHThe Camcorder : Basic Recording✤ The Zero Memory function works in both REC and PLAY modes.✤ You can mark a point on a tape that you

ENGLISH4545The Camcorder : Basic Recording✤ The Self Timer function works only in REC mode.✤ When you use the Self Timer function on the remote contro

ENGLISHNotices and Safety Instructions22. To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture

ENGLISH4646The Camcorder : Basic Recording✤ The Zoom function works only in REC mode.✤ Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size

ENGLISH4747To Stop Recording (use Fade In/Fade Out)To Start RecordingThe Camcorder : Basic Recording✤ The FADE function works only in REC mode.✤ You c

ENGLISH4848The Camcorder : Basic Recording✤ BLC works only in REC mode.✤ Back lighting exists when the subject is darker than the background:- The sub

ENGLISH4949The Camcorder : Basic Recording✤ Color Nite function works only in REC mode.✤ Shutter speed can be controlled, allowing you to record slow

ENGLISH5050The Camcorder : Advanced RecordingSetting menu itemsUse of various FunctionsMain Menu Sub Menu FunctionsPagePLAYRECCameraTapeRecordDisplayS

ENGLISH5151The Camcorder : Advanced RecordingFunction availability in each ModeO : The selected mode will work in this operating mode.✕ : You can not

ENGLISH5252The Camcorder : Advanced Recording✤ The Record Mode function works in both REC and PLAY (DV IN) modes.✤ This Camcorder records and plays ba

ENGLISH5353The Camcorder : Advanced Recording✤ The Audio Mode function works in both REC and PLAY modes.✤ This Camcorder records sound in two ways. (1

ENGLISH5454The Camcorder : Advanced Recording✤ The Wind Cut function works in both REC and PLAY (Audio dubbing) modes.✤ Use the Wind Cut function when

ENGLISH5555Recommended Shutter Speeds when RecordingThe Camcorder : Advanced Recording✤ The Shutter Speed and Exposure function works only in REC mode

ENGLISHContents22Notes and Safety Instructions ...

ENGLISH5656Manual FocusingAuto Focusing✤ The Auto Focus/Manual Focus function works only in REC mode.✤ In most situations, it is better to use the aut

ENGLISH5757✤ The White Balance function works only in REC mode.✤ The White Balance is a recording function that preserves the unique image color of th

ENGLISH5858The Camcorder : Advanced Recording✤ Quick menu provides easier access to frequently used menus without using the MENUbutton.1. Press the Qu

ENGLISH5959✤ The DIS function works only in REC mode. ✤ DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) is a function that compensates for any shaking or handmovement

ENGLISH6060The Camcorder : Advanced Recording✤ Quick menu provides easier access to frequently used menus without using the MENUbutton.1. Press the Qu

ENGLISH6161The Camcorder : Advanced Recording✤ The Program AE function works only in REC mode.✤ The Program AE mode allows you to adjust shutter speed

ENGLISH6262Using Quick Menu: Program AE1. Set the Power switch to REC.2. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear.3. Move the Joystick up or d

ENGLISH6363The Camcorder : Advanced RecordingApplying Digital Effects✤ The Digital Effect function works only in REC mode.✤ The Digital Effects enable

ENGLISH6464The Camcorder : Advanced RecordingSelecting the Digital Effects1. Set the Power switch to REC.2. Press the MENU button. The menu list will

ENGLISH6565The Camcorder : Advanced Recording✤ Quick menu is used to access Camcorder functions by using the Quick menu selector.✤ Quick menu provides

ENGLISHContents33The Camcorder : Basic Recording ...

ENGLISH6666Selecting the Digital Zoom✤ Digital Zoom function works only in REC mode.✤ Zooming more than 10x is achieved digitally, up to 900x when com

ENGLISH6767Searching for a Photo Image✤ Photo image recording works only in REC mode.1. Set the Power switch to REC.2. Press the PHOTO button. The sti

ENGLISH6868Adjusting the LCD Bright/Color during PlaybackThe Camcorder : Playback✤ The Playback function works only in PLAY mode.✤ You can monitor the

ENGLISH6969The Camcorder : Playback✤ The Speaker works only in PLAY mode.✤ When you use the LCD screen for playback, you can hear recorded sound from

ENGLISH7070Playback on the LCD ScreenPlayback on a TV MonitorConnecting to a TV which has Audio/Video Input JacksThe Camcorder : Playback✤ The Playbac

ENGLISH7171PlaybackThe Camcorder : Playback✤ You can connect your Camcorder to a TV through a VCR.1. Connect the Camcorder to your VCR with the Multi-

ENGLISH7272Slow Playback (Forward/Reverse)Picture Search (Forward/Reverse)Playback PauseThe Camcorder : Playback✤ This function works only in PLAY mod

ENGLISH7373X2 Playback (Forward/Reverse)Reverse PlaybackThe Camcorder : Playback Press the F.ADV button on the remote control in still mode. - Video s

ENGLISH7474Dubbing SoundThe Camcorder : Playback✤ The Audio Dubbing function works only in PLAY Mode. ✤ You can not dub sound on a pre-recorded tape i

ENGLISH7575The Camcorder : Playback1. Set the Power switch to PLAY.2. Insert the dubbed tape and press the MENU button.3. Move the Joystick up or down

ENGLISHContents44The Camcorder : Playback ...

ENGLISH7676IEEE 1394 Data Transfer Connecting to other DV standard products.A standard DV connection is quite simple. If a product has a DV jack, you

ENGLISH7777IEEE 1394 Data Transfer CPU: faster Intel®Pentium III™ 450MHz compatible. Operating system: Windows®98SE, ME, XP, Mac OS (9.1~10.2) Main m

USB Connection speed depending on the SystemENGLISH7878USB Interface ✤ The camcorder supports both USB 1.1 and 2.0 standards. (Depends on the PC speci

ENGLISH7979Program InstallationUSB Interface ✤ To play back MPEG moving pictures recorded by the camcorder or streaming data transferredthrough the U

ENGLISH8080USB Interface ✤ To use the PC Camera function, the DV Driver, Video Codec and DirectX 9.0. programs must be installed in the PC.✤ You can u

ENGLISH8181USB Interface ✤ To use USB streaming, the DV Driver, Video Codec and DirectX 9.0. programs must be installed in the PC.✤ You can view Camco

Memory Card FunctionsENGLISH8282Digital Still Camera Mode : Preparation✤ Turn the Mode Dial to select Camera mode by setting the selector as illustrat

Ejecting a Memory Card1. Open the Memory Card Cover.2. Insert the Memory Card into the Slot until it softly clicks.3. Close the Memory Card Cover.1. O

ENGLISHDigital Still Camera Mode : Preparation8484Number of Recordable Images/Time Length of Moving Image✤ The still images that you recorded are save

ENGLISH8585Numbering Stored PicturesDigital Still Camera Mode : Functions✤ File numbers are given to images in the order they were recorded when they

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ENGLISH8686Setting the Image QualityDigital Still Camera Mode : Functions✤ Image Quality function works in (Program), M, S, A and SCENE modes.✤ Set t

ENGLISH8787Setting the Image SizeDigital Still Camera Mode : Functions✤ Image Size function works in (Program), (Movie), M, S, A and SCENE modes.✤

ENGLISH8888Setting the Menu LanguageDigital Still Camera Mode : Functions✤ You can choose a language for the OSD (On-screen Display) menu.✤ Select the

ENGLISHDigital Still Camera Mode : Functions8989Setting the LCD Brightness1. Set the Power switch to (CAMERA) mode.2. Press the MENU button.3. Move t

ENGLISH9090Setting the ClockDigital Still Camera Mode : Functions✤ A built-in clock for Camera mode creates the Time Stamp. For further information on

2/102005/01/01ENGLISH9191Setting the IMPRINT OptionDigital Still Camera Mode : Functions✤ IMPRINT allows the user to place a date stamp on a image. Yo

ENGLISH9292✤ Using the Wireless Remote Control, you can easily and remotely manipulate in Camera mode.Refer to page 31 for setting the Wireless Remote

SETUP2592BACK: SET:OKDATE&TIMEIMPRINTWL.REMOTEBEEP SOUNDSHUTTER SOUNDOFFONENGLISH9393Setting the Beep SoundDigital Still Camera Mode : FunctionsSe

ENGLISH9494Use of various FunctionsDigital Still Camera Mode : FunctionsMain Menu Sub MenuFunctions PageAvailable modeFILELANGUAGEFORMATLCDUSBDATE&

ENGLISH9595Digital Still Camera Mode : FunctionsMain Menu Sub MenuFunctions PageAvailable modeMULTISPOTNORMALB & WSEPIANEGATIVESOFTNORMALVIVIDSING