Samsung VP-D190MS Setup guide

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Digital Video Camcorder
Owner’s Instruction Book
Before operating the unit, please read this
instruction book thoroughly, and retain it for
future reference.
AF Auto Focus
CCD Charge Coupled Device
LCD Liquid Crystal Display
VP-D190MS/D190MSi
ELECTRONICS
This product meets the intent of
Directive 89/336 CEE, 73/23 CEE, 93/68 CEE.

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Contents
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Notes regarding the rotation of the LCD screen 6
Notes regarding moisture condensation 7
Notes regarding the Camcorder 7
Notes regarding the battery pack 8
Notes regarding Video Head Cleaning 8
Note regarding the LENS 9
Notes regarding electronic viewfinder 9
Notes regarding ‘Record’ or‘Playback’ using the LCD 9
Notes regarding the hand strap 9
Precautions regarding the Lithium battery 10
Notes and Safety Instructions .............................................................................................................................. 6
Features 11
Accessories Supplied with the camcorder 12
Basic Accessories 12
Front & Left View 13
Right & Top View 14
Rear & Bottom View 15
Remote control 16
OSD (On Screen Display in Cam and VCR modes) 17
OSD (On Screen Display in M.REC and M.PLAY modes) 18
Turning the OSD on/off (On Screen Display) 18
How to use the Remote Control 19
Battery Installation for the Remote Control 19
Self Record using the Remote Control 19
Getting to Know Your Camcorder ...................................................................................................................... 11
Adjusting the Hand Strap 20
Hand strap 20
Connecting a Power Source 21
To use the AC Power adapter and the DC Cable 21
Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack 22
Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack 22
Table of continuous recording time based on model and battery type 23
Battery level display 24
Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette 25
Preparation ........................................................................................................................................................ 20
Making your First Recording 26
Edit Search 27
BASIC Recording ................................................................................................................................................ 26

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Hints for Stable Image Recording 28
Recording with the LCD monitor 28
Recording with the Viewfinder 28
Adjusting the LCD 29
Using the VIEWFINDER 30
Adjusting the Focus 30
Playing back a tape you have recorded on the LCD 31
Adjusting the LCD during PLAY 32
Controlling Sound from the Speaker 32
Use of various Functions 33
Setting menu items 33
Set the camcorder to CAM or VCR mode and M.REC or M.PLAY mode 33
Availability of functions in each mode 34
RESET 34
CLOCK SET 35
REMOCON 36
BEEP SOUND 37
SHUTTER SOUND 38
DEMONSTRATION 39
PROGRAM AE 40
Setting the PROGRAM AE 41
WHT. BALANCE (WHITE BALANCE) 42
Zoom ing In and Out with DIGITAL ZOOM 43
Zooming In and Out 43
Digital Zoom 44
EIS (Electronic Image Stabilizer) 45
DSE (Digital Special Effects) SELECT 46
Selecting an effect 47
CUSTOM.Q 48
REC MODE 49
AUDIO MODE 50
WIND CUT 51
DATE/TIME 52
TV DISPLAY 53
Using Quick Menu 54
Setting the Quick menu 55
SHUTTER SPEED & EXPOSURE 56
EASY Mode (for Beginners) 57
CUSTOM Mode 58
MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus) 59
Advanced Recording............................................................................................................................................ 33

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Auto Focusing 59
Manual Focusing 59
BLC (Back Light Compensation) 60
Fade In and Out 61
To Start Recording 61
To Stop Recording (use FADE IN / FADE OUT) 61
Audio dubbing 62
Dubbing sound 62
Dubbed Audio Playback 63
PHOTO Image Recording 64
Searching for a PHOTO picture 64
Various Recording Techniques 65
Tape Playback 66
Playback on the LCD 66
Playback on a TV monitor 66
Connecting to a TV which has Audio Video input jacks 66
Connecting to a VCR 67
Playback 67
Various Functions while in VCR mode 68
Playback pause 68
Picture search (Forward/Reverse) 68
Slow playback (Forward/Reverse) 68
Frame advance (To play back frame by frame) 69
X2 Playback (Forward/Reverse ) 69
ZERO MEMORY 70
Transferring IEEE1394 (i.LINK)-DV standard data connections 71
Connecting to a DV device 71
Connecting to a PC 71
System requirements 72
Recording with a DV connection cable (VP-D190MSi) 72
IEEE 1394 Data Transfer .................................................................................................................................... 71
Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection 73
System Requirements 73
Installing DVC Media 4.0 Program 74
Connecting to a PC 76
USB interface .................................................................................................................................................... 73
Memory Stick 77
Memory Stick Functions 77
Digital Still Camera mode .................................................................................................................................. 77
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Contents
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INDEX .................................................................................................................................................................. 97
Warranty .............................................................................................................................................................. 98
After finishing a recording 90
After completing a recording session 90
Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder 91
Cleaning the VIEWFINDER 91
Cleaning the Video Heads 91
UsingYour Camcorder Abroad 92
Power sources 92
Colour system 92
Maintenance ........................................................................................................................................................ 90
Troubleshooting 93
Self Diagnosis Display 93
Moisture Condensation 93
Self Diagnosis Display in M.REC, M.PLAY mode 94
Troubleshooting.................................................................................................................................................... 93
Specifications........................................................................................................................................................ 96
Inserting and ejecting the Memory Stick 78
Inserting the Memory Stick 78
Removing the Memory Stick 78
Structure of folders and files on the Memory Stick 79
Image Format 79
Selecting the image quality 80
Select the image quality 80
Number of images on the Memory Stick 80
Recording Still images to a Memory Stick in M.REC mode 81
Recording images to a Memory Stick 81
Recording an image from a cassette as a still image 82
Viewing Still images 83
To view a Single image 83
To view a slide show 83
To view the Multi Screen 84
Copying still images from a cassette to Memory Stick 85
Marking images for printing 86
Protection from accidental erasure 87
Deleting Still images 88
Formatting a Memory Stick 89
Attention 89

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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. LCD screen closed.
2. Standard recording using the LCD screen.
3. Recording when looking at the LCD screen from the top.
4. Recording when looking at the LCD screen from the front.
5. Recording with the LCD screen closed.
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Notes and Safety Instructions
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Notes regarding moisture condensation
Notes regarding the rotation of the LCD screen
Notes regarding CAMCORDER
1. A sudden rise in atmospheric temperature may cause condensation to form inside the camcorder.
for example:
- When you move the camcorder from a cold location to a warm location (e.g. from outside to inside during winter.)
- When you move the camcorder from a cool location to a hot location (e.g. from inside to outside during the summer.)
2. If the (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 removed.
1. Do not leave the camcorder exposed to high temperature (above 60°C or 140°F).
For example, in a parked car in the sun or exposed to direct sunlight.
2. 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.
Notes regarding the rotation of the LCD screen
Notes regarding COPYRIGHT
Television programs, video tapes, DVD titles, films, and other program materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized copying of copyrighted material may be against the law.

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Notes and Safety Instructions
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Notes regarding the battery pack
Notes regarding Video Head Cleaning
- Make sure that the battery pack is fully charged before starting to record.
- To preserve battery power, keep your camcorder turned off when you are not
operating it.
- If your camcorder is in CAMERA mode, and it is left in STBY mode without
being operated for more than 5 minutes with a tape installed, it will
automatically turn itself off to protect against unnecessary battery discharge.
- Make sure that the battery pack is fitted firmly into place.
Dropping the battery pack may damage it.
- A brand new battery pack is not charged.
Before using the battery pack, you need to charge it completely.
- It is a good idea to use the viewfinder rather than the LCD when making a long
recording, because the LCD uses up more battery power.
- 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.
- Do not use a wet-type cleaning cassette.It may damage the video heads.
* When the battery reaches the end of its life, please contact your local dealer.
The batteries have to be dealt with as chemical waste.

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Notes and Safety Instructions
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Note regarding the LENS
- Do not film with the camera lens pointing directly at the sun.
Direct sunlight can damage the CCD(Charge Coupled Device).
1. Do not position the camcorder such that the viewfinder is pointing towards the sun.
Direct sunlight can damage the inside of the viewfinder. Be careful when placing the camcorder under
sunlight or near a window exposed to sunlight.
2. Do not pick up the camcorder from the viewfinder.
3. Over-rotating of the viewfinder may damage it.
1. The LCD display has been manufactured using high precision tech-
nology. However, there may be tiny dots (red, blue or green in colour)
that appear on the LCD display.
These dots are normal and do not affect the recorded picture in any way.
2. When you use the LCD display under direct sunlight or outdoors,
it maybe difficult to see the picture clearly.
If this occurs, we recommend using the viewfinder.
3. Direct sunlight can damage the LCD monitor.
- To ensure a steady picture during filming, check that the hand strap is properly adjusted.
- Do not force your hand into the hand strap as you could damage it.
Notes regarding electronic viewfinder
Notes regarding ‘Record’ or ‘Playback’ using the LCD
Notes regarding the hand strap
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Notes and Safety Instructions
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Precautions regarding the Lithium battery
1. The camcorder’s built-in lithium battery maintains the clock function and user settings, even if the battery pack or
AC adapter is removed.
2. The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 1 month under normal operation from the time of installation.
3. When the lithium battery becomes weak or is dead, the date/time indicator will flash for about five seconds
when you set the power switch to CAM mode.
When this occurs, connect the camcorder to power to fully recharge the built-in lithium battery.
If the same problem occurs with a fully recharged battery, contact a Samsung authorized Service Centre
to replace the battery.
Precautions regarding the external lithium battery for the remote control
Warning:
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Keep the LITHIUM BATTERY(Remote Control) out of reach of children.
Should a battery be swallowed, consult a doctor immediately.
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Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

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Features
Getting to KnowYour Camcorder
• Digital data transfer function with IEEE1394
By incorporating the IEEE 1394 (i.LINKTM : i.LINK is a serial data transfer protocol and interconnectivity system,
used to transmit DV data) high speed data transport port, both moving and still images can be transferred to a PC,
making it possible to produce or edit various images.
(VP-D190MS is not able to record and receive digital data from another DV Device.)
• USB interface for digital image data transfer
You can transfer still images and short video clips to a PC using the USB interface without an add-on card.
• PHOTO
The PHOTO function lets you capture an object as a still along with sound, while in Camera mode.
• 480x Digital zoom
Allows you to magnify an image up to 480 times its original size.
• ColourTFT LCD
A high-resolution colour TFT LCD (with 200,000 pixels) gives you clean, sharp images as well as the ability to
review your recordings immediately.
• Electronic Image Stabilizer (EIS)
The EIS compensates for any handshake, reducing unstable images particularly at high magnification.
• Various digital effects
The DSE (Digital Special Effects) allow you to give your films a special look by adding various special effects.
• Back Light Compensation (BLC)
The BLC function compensates for the bright background behind a subject you're recording.
• Program AE
The Program AE enables you to alter the shutter speed and aperture to suit the type of scene/action to be filmed.
• Digital Still Camera function
■Using Memory Stick, you can easily record and play back standard still images.
■You can transfer standard still images on the Memory Stick to your PC using the USB interface.

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Accessories Supplied with camcorder
Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your digital video camera.
1. Lithium Ion Battery pack
2. AC Power Adapter
3. AC Cord
4. AUDIO/VIDEO cable
5. Instruction Book
6. Lithium battery for Remote Control
(TYPE: CR2025, 1 EA)
7. S-VIDEO cable
8. Remote Control
9. USB cable
10. Scart adapter
11. Software CD
12. Memory Stick
Basic Accessories
1. Lithium Ion Battery pack
3. AC cord
4. AUDIO/VIDEO cable
9. USB cable
8. Remote Control7. S-VIDEO cable
5. Instruction Book
2. AC Power Adapter
6. Lithium battery (1EA)
10. Scart adapter 11. Software CD 12. Memory Stick

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Getting to KnowYour Camcorder
Front & Left View
1. Lens
2. Lens Cover
3. Remote Sensor
4. Hook for hand strap (see page 20)
5.TFT LCD monitor
6. Battery Pack (see page 22)
7. External MIC in (see page 62)
8. USB Jack (see page 73)
9. DV out (VP-D190MS only, see pages 71, 72)
DV in/out (VP-D190MSi)
10. Audio/Video (see page 67)
11. Earphone Jack
12. DC Jack (see page 21)
13. S-Video Jack
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1. Lens 5.TFT LCD monitor
6. Battery Pack
12. DC Jack
11. Earphone Jack
10. Audio/Video
8. USB Jack
9. DV out (VP-D190MS)
DV in/out (VP-D190MSi)
3. Remote Sensor
4. Hook for hand strap
7. External MIC in
2. Lens Cover
13. S-Video Jack

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Right & Top View
1. SPEAKER
2.Video Light Holder
3. Dual Zoom (See page 43)
4. Custom.Q button (See page 58)
5. Easy.Q button (See page 57)
6. Photo button (See page 64)
7. Zoom lever (See page 43)
8. Internal MIC
9. START/STOP button
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2.Video Light Holder
3. Dual Zoom
4. Custom.Q button
1. SPEAKER
9. START/STOP button
8. Internal MIC
6. Photo button
7. Zoom lever
5. Easy.Q button

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Getting to KnowYour Camcorder
Rear & Bottom View
1. LCD open
2. MENU button (See page 33)
3. MENU DIAL (MENU SELECT/VOLUME/M.FOCUS)
(See page 33)
4. Battery Release button (See page 90)
5. Charging indicator (See page 22)
6. FADE button (See page 61)
Function Buttons
7. DISPLAY button
8. TAPE Eject switch
9. Function Buttons
10.Memory Stick Slot
11.Viewfinder (see page 30)
12.Power switch (see page 26)
13. RESET (see page 34)
VCR CAM M.PLAY
(REW) EDIT – REV
(PLAY/STILL) MF/AF (See page 59) S.SHOW
(FWD) EDIT + FWD
(STOP) BLC (See page 60) DELETE(See page 88)
1. LCD open
13. RESET
11.Viewfinder
12. Power switch
6. FADE button
10. Memory Stick Slot
9. Function Buttons
7. DISPLAY button
2. MENU button
3. MENU DIAL
5. Charging indicator
8.TAPE Eject switch
4. Battery Release
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Remote control
1. PHOTO
2. START/STOP
3. SELFTIMER (see page 19)
4. ZERO MEMORY (see page 70)
5. (FF)
6. (REW)
7. (PLAY)
8. X2 (see page 69)
9. (SLOW)
10. Frame Advance (see page 69)
11. (STOP)
12. (STILL)
13.A.DUB (see page 62)
14. ZoomTELE
15. Zoom WIDE
16. DISPLAY (see page 17, 18)
START/
STOP
SELF
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X2
SLOW F.ADV
A.DUB
ZERO
MEMORY
WIDE
TELE
STILL
PHOTO DISPLAY
1. PHOTO
2. START/STOP
3. SELF TIMER
4. ZERO MEMORY
5. (FF)
6. (REW)
7. (PLAY)
8. X2
9. (SLOW)
16. DISPLAY
15. Zoom WIDE
14. ZoomTELE
13. A.DUB
12. (STILL)
11. (STOP)
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Getting to KnowYour Camcorder
OSD (On Screen Display in CAM and VCR modes)
1. Battery level (see page 24)
2. Custom or Easy mode (see pages 57, 58)
3. DSE (Digital Special Effects) mode (see page 46)
4. Program AE (see page 40)
5. White Balance mode (see page 42)
6. BLC (Back Light Compensation) (see page 60)
7. Manual focus (see page 59)
8. Shutter speed and EXPOSURE (see page 56)
9. Zoom position (see page 43)
10. DATE/TIME (see page 52)
11. USB
12. REMOCON
13. WIND CUT (see page 51)
14. Audio recording mode (see page 50)
15. Remaining Tape (measured in minutes)
16. Tape counter
17. Zero memory indicator (see page 70)
18. Operating mode
19. Record speed mode
20. PHOTO mode
21. Self recording and waiting timer (see page 19)
22. EIS (see page 45)
23. Volume control (see page 32)
24. Audio playback channel
25. DV IN (VP-D190MSi only) (DV data transfer mode) (see page 72)
26. DEW (See page 7)
27. Message Line
OSD in CAM mode
TAPE !
MIRROR
SHUTTER
ZOOM
SHUTTER
EXPOSURE
EXPOSURE
CUSTOM M - 0 : 0 0 : 0 0
5 5 min
1 6 bit
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1 . JUN . 2 0 0 2
REC
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OSD in VCR mode
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SOUND [ 2 ] M - 0 : 0 0 : 0 0
5 5 min
1 6 bit
1 2 : 0 0
1 . J U N . 2 0 0 2
VOL. [ 1 1 ]
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OSD (On Screen Display in M.REC/M.PLAY modes)
28. Folder number-file number (see page 79)
29. Image counter
- Current still image/Total number of recordable still images.
30. CARD (memory) indicator
31. Image recording and loading indicator
32. Quality
33. ERASE PROTECTION indicator (see page 87)
34. Print Mark(see page 86)
35. SLIDE SHOW
Turning the OSD on/off (On Screen Display)
✤When you set the power switch to CAM or VCR, the OSD is automatically turned on.
●Turning OSD on/off
Press the DISPLAY button on the rear side panel.
- Each press of the button toggles the OSD function on and off.
- When you turn the OSD off,
In CAM mode:The STBY, EASY.Q, CUSTOM.Q and REC modes are always
displayed on the OSD. Button inputs are displayed for 3 seconds then turned off.
In VCR mode: When you press any function button, the function is displayed on
the OSD for 3 seconds before it turns off.
●Turning the DATE/TIME on/off
- The DATE/TIME is not affected when the OSD function is switched ON or OFF.
- To turn the DATE/TIME on or off, access the menu and change the DATE/TIME mode.
(see page 52 )
-You may also use the Dial Navigator to turn the DATE/TIME ON or OFF.
(only in CAM / M.REC mode)
OSD in M.REC mode
MEMORY STICK !
MIRROR
SHUTTER
EXPOSURE
CUSTOM
2 0 : 0 0
1 . J U N . 2 0 0 2
[ 2 2 / 2 4 0 ]
S.Q
. . . C
BLC
OSD in M.PLAY mode
MEMORY STICK !
SLIDE
2 0 : 0 0
1 . J U N . 2 0 0 21 0 0 - 0 0 1 2
[ 2 2 / 2 4 0 ]
0 0 1
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Getting to KnowYour Camcorder
How to use the Remote Control
Battery Installation for the Remote Control
✤ You need to insert or replace the lithium battery when :
-You purchase the camcorder.
- The remote control doesn’t work.
✤ Ensure that you insert the lithium cell correctly, following the + and - markings.
✤Be careful not to reverse the polarity of the battery.
Self Record using the Remote Control
When you use the Self Timer function on the remote control, the recording begins
automatically in 10 seconds.
1. Set the camcorder to CAM mode.
2. Press the SELF TIMER button until the appropriate indicator is displayed in the viewfinder.
3. Press the START/STOP button to start the timer.
- After a 10 second wait, recording starts.
- Press START/STOP again when you wish to stop recording
START/
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SELF
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COUTER
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Preparation
Adjusting the Hand Strap
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.
Hand strap
a. Pull open the Hand Strap cover and release the Hand Strap.
b. Adjust its length and stick it back onto the Hand Strap cover.
c. Close the Hand Strap cover again.
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