Samsung SC-D363 Owner's manual

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Digital Video Camcorder
Mini "_FD_tal
VEdeo
_ _a_o SC'D263/D362/D363/D364/D365/D366
AF Auto Focus
CCD Charge Coupled Device
LCD Liquid Crystal Display
RollS compliant
Our product complies with "Tile
Restriction Of the use of certain
Hazardous Substances in electrical and
electronic equipment", and we do not
use the 6 hazardous materials- Cadmium(Cd). Lead
(Pb). Mercury (Hg). Hexavalent Chromium (CRY).Poly
Brominated Biphenyls (PBBs). Poty Brominated
Diphenyl Ethers(PBDEs)- in our products.
Owner's Instruction Book
Before operating the unit, please read this Instruction
Book thoroughly and retain it for future reference,
US PATENT 4415844 I
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.

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Notices and Safety Instructions
Shock Hazard Marking and Associated Graphical Symbols
Explanation of Safety Related Symbols
CAUTION:TOREDUCETHE RISKOF
ELECTRIO SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE
COVER(ORBACK)
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING -To Reduce The Risk Of Fire Or Electric Shock, Do Not Expose This
Apparatus To Rain Or Moisture.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. DOnot use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. DOnot block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with
one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your safety, tf the provided plug
does not fit into your outlet. Consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
tl. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
specified by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over. ....................
t3. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
t4. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, moistened
does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

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Notices and Safety Instructions
15. The apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or
splashing, No objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
should be placed on the apparatus,
16, VENTILATION:
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to
ensure reliable operation of the CAMCORDER and to protect it
from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or
covered. Never place your CAMCORDER on a bed, sofa, rug,
or other similar surface: on or near a radiator or heat register.
This CAMCORDER should not be placed in a built-in installation
such as a bookcase or rack unIess proper ventilation is provided
or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to.
17. POWER SOURCES:
The CAMCORDER shouId be operated only from the type of
power source indicated on the label
ifyou are not sure of the type of power supply at your home,
consult your appliance dealer or local power company.
A CAMCORDER is intended to be operated from battery power,
or other sources refer to the operating instructions.
t8, GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION:
This CAMCORDER may be equipped with either a polarized
2-wire AC line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other)
or a 3-wire grounding type plug, a plug having a third (grounding)
pin. ifyou are unable to insert the plug fully into the outIet, try
reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your
electrician to replace your outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose
of the polarized plug.
19.
20.
POWER-CORD PROTECTION:
Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to
be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them,
paying parficuIar attention to cords or plugs, convenient
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the unit.
OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING:
if an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the
CAMCORDER, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded
to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up
static charges, Section 810 of the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information with respect to
proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding
of the lead-in wire and supporting structure, grounding ofthe mast
and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an
antenna discharge unit, size of grounding to conductors, location
of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes
and requirements for the grounding electrode.
See figure below.

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Notices and Safety Instructions
21. LIGHTNING:
For added protection of this CAMCORDER during a lightning
storm or when it is Ieft unattended and unused for long periods of
time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or
cable system.
This will prevent damage to the CAMCORDER due to lightning
and power-line surges.
22. POWER LINES:
An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of
overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits where
it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an
outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep
from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them
might be fatal.
23, OVERLOADING:
Do not overload wail outlets and extension cords as this can result
in a risk offire or electric shock.
24. OBJECTS AND LIQUIDS:
Never push objects of any kind into this CAMCORDER through
openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out
a part that could result in a fire or eIectdc shock.
Never spill Iiquids of any kind onto the CAMCORDER. ShouId
spillage occur, unplug unit and have it checked by a technician
before use.
25, SERVICING:
Do not attempt to service this CAMCORDER yourself. Opening or
removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other
hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
26. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE:
Unplug this CAMCORDER from the wall outIet and refer servicing
to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If any liquid has been spiIled onto, or objects have fallen into
the CAMCORDER.
c. If the CAMCORDER has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the CAMCORDER does not operate normally byfollowing the
operating instructions, adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of
other controls may resuif in damage and will often require
extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the
CAMCORDER to its normal operation.
e. If the CAMCORDER has been dropped or the cabinet has been
damaged.
f. When the CAMCORDER exhibits a distinct change in
performance, this indicates a need for service.
27. REPLACEMENT PARTS:
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.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or
other hazards.
28. SAFETY CHECK:
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this CAMCORDER,
ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine
that the CAMCORDER is in safe operating order.

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29. Toprevent damage which may resuit in fire or shock hazard, do not
expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
30. if this power supply is used at 240V ac, a suitable plug adapter
should be used.
USER INSTALLER CAUTION:
Your authority to operate this FCC certified equipment could be voided
if you make changes or modifications net expressly approved by this
party responsible for compliance to part 15 FCC rules.
NOTE:
_-_ LAMP(S) INSIDETHIS PRODUCTCONTAIN
MERCURYAND MUST BE RECYCLED OR
DISPOSEDOF ACCORDING TO LOCAL,STATEOR
FEDERAL LAWS. For details see lamprecycle.org,
eiae,org, or call 1-800-Samsung(7267864)
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the Iimifs for a Ctass B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These Iimits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmfuI interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmfut interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a parficutar installation. If this equipment does
cause harmfuI interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
ConsuIt the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
and for additional suggestions.
The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal
Communications Commission helpful : "How to Identify and
Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems."
This Booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing
Office, Washington, D.C. 20402, Stock No. 004-000-00345-4.
FCC Warning
The user is cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.
FCC t0 : A3L05DRAGON2
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions;
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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Contents
Features ....................................................................................7
Accessories Supplied with Camcorder ....................................8
Front & LeftView ......................................................................9
LeftSide View..........................................................................10
Right &Top View ....................................................................11
Rear & Bottom View................................................................t2
Remote Control (SC-D364/D366 only) ..................................13
Setting the Shutter Sound (Shutter Sound)
(SC-D363/D364/D365/D366 only) ..........................................26
Selecting the OSD Language (Language) ............................27
Viewing the Demonstration (Demonstration) ........................28
Adjusting the LCDScreen (LCD Bright/LCD Color) ..........29
Displaying the Date/Time (Date/Time) ..................................30
Setting the TV Display(TV Display) ......................................3t
Usingthe HandStrap & Lens Cover ......................................t4
LithiumBattery Installation......................................................t5
Usingthe LithiumIon Battery Pack ........................................t6
Connecting a Power Source ..................................................19
About the Operating Modes....................................................19
Usingthe QUICK MENU ........................................................20
OSD (On Screen Display) in Camera/Player Modes ............2t
OSD (On Screen Display) in M.Cam/M.Player Modes
(SC-D363/D364/D365/D366 only) ..........................................22
Turning the OSD (On Screen Display) On/Off ......................22
Setting the Clock (Clock Set) ................................................23
Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance
(Remote) (SC-D364/D366 only) ............................................24
Setting the Beep Sound (Beep Sound) ................................25
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Usingthe Viewfinder................................................................32
Inserting/Ejecting a Cassette ................................................32
Various Recording Techniques................................................33
Makingyour First Recording ..................................................34
Recording with Ease for Beginners (EASY.Q Mode) ............35
Reviewingand Searching a Recording(REC SEARCH) ........36
Searching a quickly for a desired scene
(Setting the Zero Memory) (SC-D364/D366 only) ..............37
Self Record using the Remote Control
(Setting the Self Timer) (SC-D364/D366 only) ....................38
Zooming In and Out ................................................................39
Usingthe Teie Macro ..............................................................39
Usingthe Fade In andOut......................................................40
Using Back Light Compensation Mode (BLC) ......................41
Usingthe COLOR NITE (COLOR NITE)................................42
Usingthe LIGHT(SC-D362/D364/D365/D366 onty)..............43

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Selecting the RecordMode &Audio Mode ............................44
Cutting Off Wind Noise(WindCut Plus) ..............................,45
Selecting the Real Stereo Function .......................................46
Setting the Shutter Speed & Exposure ..................................47
Auto Focus /Manual Focus ...................................................48
ProgramedAutomatic Exposure Modes (Program AE) ..... .49
Setting the White Balance .................................... .51
Applying Visual Effects......................................................... .52
Setting the 16:9 Wide mode .................................. .54
Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer(DIS) ........................... .55
Zooming In and Out with Digital Zoom (Digital Zoom) ........56
Still Image Recording.............................................................57
Searching for a s/ill image .................................................57
PlayingBack a TapeYou have recorded onthe LCD Screen..58
Various Functions whilein Player Mode ................................59
Zooming during Playback (PB ZOOM) .................................61
Audio Dubbing (SC-D364/D366 only) ...................................62
Dubbed Audio Playback .........................................................63
Tape Playback ..................................................................... .64
Audio Effect ...........................................................................66
Setting the AV In/Out (SC-D365/D366 onty) .........................67
MemoUCard Func/ions.................................... ,68
lnser/ing a Memory Card .................................. ,68
Ejecting a Memory Card .................................................. .68
Structure of Folders and Files onthe Memory Card......... .69
Selecting the Memory Type (SC-D366 only)..........................70
Selecting the Photo Quality ...................................................71
Setting the File Number ...................................... .72
Taking a Photo Image (JPEG)on the Memory Card .......... .73
Viewing Photo Images (JPEG) ............................................ .74
To view a Singleimage .................................... ,74
To view a Slide Show ......................................................,74
To view/he Muhi Display ................................................ ,74
Protection from accidental Erasure .......................................75
Deleting Photo Images and Moving Images ....................... .76
Formatting a Memory Card ...................................................78
RecordingMoving Images(MPEG) ona Memory Card ..........79
Playing Moving Images (MPEG) on a Memory Card
(M.Play Select) .....................................................................80
Recording Still Images from a Cassette ............................. .81
Copying Still Images from a Cassette to a Memory Card
(Photo Copy) .........................................................................82
Copying Filesfrom a Memory Card tothe Built-in
Memory (Copy to) (SC-D366 only) .......................................83
Marking Images for Printing(Print Mark) ..............................84
Removing/he Prim Mark ....................................................84
UsingaMemoryCard(Usable MemoryCard) (not supplied)....68 PrintingYour Pictures - Usingthe PictBridgeT'_......................85
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Connec/ing To a Prin/er ..................................................... ,85
Seleding images ............................................ ,86
Selling/he Number of Prin/s ............................... ,86
Selling/he Dale/Time imprint Option ....................... £6
Printing images ................................................................. ,86
Canceling/he Prin/ing ...................................... £6
II___lli_/,/__!IP_I_I'1'_Tm__.................................................... ,.%1
Transferring IEEE1394 (i.LINK)-DV Standard Data
Connections .................................................... .87
Connecting!o aDV Device(DVD Recorder,Camcorder,etc.) _87
Connec/ing/o a PC ........................................................... £7
Sys/em RequimmenN ...................................... £7
Recording v_i/ha DV Connec/inn Cable ............................. £8
Using/he Removable Disk Fundion
(SC-D363/D3(_4/D365/D366only) ..................................... .94
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After Finishing a Recording ................................................... .95
UsableCassette Tapes ..........................................................95
Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder ............................. .96
UsingYour Camcorder Abroad ............................................. .97
Troubleshooting .....................................................................98
Self Diagnosis Display..................................... ,98
Self Diagnosis Display in M.Cam/M.Player lVlndes
(SGD363/D3(:>!-/D365/D366only) ..................................,99
Setting menu items........................................... 10t
UsingUSBInterface(SC-D362/D363/D364/D365/D366on_)....89
Transferringa Digi/at image/hrough a USB Connec/ion ........89
USB Connedinn Speed depending on/he Sys/em ._____.__89
Sys/em RequimmenN ....................................... £9
Selecting the USB Device (USB Connect)
(SC-D363/D364/D365/D366 only) ..........................................90
InstallingDV Media PRO Program .......................................91
Connecting to a PC ........................................... .92
Disconnec/ing/he USB Cable ........................................... .92
Using/he K_Camera Func/ion........................................... .93
Using/he USB S/reaming Func/inn ................................... .94

Notes and Safety Instructions
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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.
• If you rotate the LCD Screen 180 degrees so it is facing
forward, you can close the LCD Screen with the facing out.
• This is convenient during playback operations.
[Note]
Refer to page 29 to adjust brightness and color of the LCD Screen.
180 degrees (max.)
180o
LCD Open
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 incolor) 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.
90 degrees (max.)
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•To ensure normal recording and a clear picture, clean the video heads regularly.
Ifa square block-shape distorts playback, or only a blue screen is displayed, the video heads may be dirty.
Ifthis happens, clean the video heads with a dry type cleaning cassette.
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Notes and Safety Instructions
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.)
• If the I]EI(DEW) protection feature is activated, leave the Camcorder for at least two hours in a dry, warm room with
the cassette compartment opened and the Battery Pack removed.
Television programs, video tapes, DVD titles, films, and other program 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.
• Do not attempt to service this Camcorder yourself.
• Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
• 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.
• Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
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