Samsung VP-D381( i ) User manual

Digital Video Camcorder
user manual
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key features of your miniDV camcorder
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.
USB Interface for Digital Image
Data Transfer (VP-D385( i ) only)
You can transfer images to a PC
using the USB interface without an
add-on card.
Tape Photo Recording on a Tape
Tape photo recording makes it
possible to record a photo image on
a tape.
800K pixel CCD (VP-D385 ( i ) only)
Your camcorder incorporates a 800K
pixel CCD. Photo images can be
recorded to a memory card.
1200x Digital Zoom
Allows you to magnify an image up
to 1200 times its original size.
Audio Enhancement
Provides more powerful sound with
the Real Stereo and Audio Effect
features.
Colour TFT LCD
A high-resolution colour TFT LCD
gives you clean, sharp images as
well as the ability to review your
recordings immediately.
Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS)
The DIS compensates for any hand
shaking, reducing unstable images
particularly at high magnification.
Various Visual Effects
The Visual Effects allow you to give
your films a special look by adding
various special effects.
Back Light Compensation (BLC)
The BLC function compensates for
a 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.
High Power Zoom Lens
Power Zoom lens allows users to
magnify the subject clearly up to
34x.
Digital Still Camera Function
(VP-D385( i ) only)
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.
Moving Image Recording on a
Memory Card (VP-D385( i ) only)
Moving image recording makes
it possible to record video onto a
memory card.
MMC/SD card slot (VP-D385( i )
only)
MMC/SD card slot can use MMC
(Multi Media Cards) and SD cards.
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FEATURES OF YOUR NEW MINIDV CAMCORDER
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safety warnings
What the icons and signs in this user manual mean :
WARNING
Means that death or serious personal injury is a risk.
CAUTION
Means that there is a potential risk for personal injury or material damage.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when using your miniDV
camcorder, follow these basic safety precautions:
Means hints or referential pages that may be helpful when operating the miniDV camcorder.
These warning signs are here to prevent injury to you and others.
Please follow them explicitly. After reading this section, keep it in a safe place for future reference.
precautions
Warning!
• This camcorder should always be connected to an AC outlet with a protective grounding connection.
• Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
Caution
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
To disconnect the apparatus from the mains, the plug must be pulled out from the mains socket,
therefore the mains plug shall be readily operable.
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notes and safety instructions
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NOTES REGARDING THE VIDEO HEAD CLEANING
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.
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NOTES REGARDING THE LCD SCREEN
Direct sunlight can damage the LCD screen, the inside of the the Lens. Take pictures of the sun only in low light
conditions, such as at dusk.
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.
Do not pick up the camcorder by holding the LCD screen or battery pack.
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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 from 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 display facing out.
- This is convenient during playback operations.
Refer to page 31 to adjust brightness and colour of the LCD screen.
ADJUSTING THE LCD SCREEN
AV DV
BATT.
MENU
W
T
MODE
POWER
CHG

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Correct Disposal of This Product
(Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)
(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)
This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should not be disposed with other
household wastes at the end of its working life. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human
health from uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate this from other types of wastes and recycle it
responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources.
Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product, or their local
government office, for details of where and how they can take this item for environmentally safe recycling.
Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract.
This product should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal.
SERVICING & REPLACEMENT PARTS
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.
Unauthorised substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
NOTES REGARDING CAMCORDER
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 (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.
To disconnect the apparatus from the mains, the plug must be pulled out from the mains socket, therefore the
mains plug shall be readily operable.
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contents
GETTING TO KNOW
YOUR MINIDV CAMCORDER
06
PREPARATION
12
INITIAL SETTING :
SYSTEM MENU SETTING
24
06 What is included with your miniDV camcorder
07 Front & left view
08 Left side view
09 Right & top view
10 Rear & bottom view
11 Using the remote control (VP-D382 ( i ) /D382H/D385 ( i ) only)
12 Using the hand strap & lens cover
13 Installing the button-type battery
14 Using the battery pack
17 Connecting a power source
18 Basic miniDV camcorder operation
19 Screen indicators in Camera/Player modes
20 Screen indicators in M.Cam/M.Player modes
(VP-D385 ( i ) only)
21 Using the display ( ) button
22 Using the joystick
22 Handling quick menus with the joystick
24 Setting the clock (Clock set)
25 Setting the wireless remote control acceptance (Remote)
(VP-D382 ( i ) /D382H/D385 ( i ) only)
26 Setting the beep sound (Beep Sound)
27 Setting the shutter sound (Shutter Sound)
28 Selecting the OSD language (Language)
29 Viewing the demonstration (Demonstration)

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INITIAL SETTING :
DISPLAY MENU SETTING
BASIC RECORDING
34
ADVANCED RECORDING
44
30 Setting the guideline (Guideline)
31 Adjusting the LCD screen (LCD Bright/LCD Colour)
32 Displaying the date/time (Date/Time)
33 Setting the tv display (TV display)
34 Inserting / ejecting a cassette
34 Various recording techniques
35 Making your first recording
36 Recording with ease for beginners (EASY.Q mode)
37 Zooming in and out
38 Searching quickly for a desired scene
(Setting the zero memory) (VP-D382 ( i ) /D382H/D385 ( i ) only)
39 Self record using the remote control (Setting the Self Timer)
(VP-D382 ( i ) /D382H/D385 ( i ) only)
40 Reviewing and searching a recording
41 Using the fade on and off
42 Auto focus / manual focus
43 Setting the shutter speed & exposure
44 Selecting the record mode & audio mode
(Rec Mode & Audio Mode)
45 Cutting off wind noise (WindCut Plus)
46 Selecting the real stereo function (Real Stereo)
47 Setting the program ae (Program AE)
49 Setting the white balance (White Balance)
51 Applying visual effects (Visual Effect)
53 Setting the 16:9 wide mode (16:9 Wide)
54 Using the tele macro (Macro)

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55 Setting the digital image stabilizer (DIS)
56 Using back light compensation mode (BLC)
57 Zooming in and out with digital zoom (Digital Zoom)
58 Using the colour nite (C.Nite)
59 Using the light (Light) (VP-D382( i )/D382H/D384/D385( i ) only)
60 Recording a photo image on a tape -tape photo recording
61 Searching for a photo image on a tape (Photo Search)
62 Playing back a tape on the LCD screen
63 Various functions while in Player mode
65 Audio dubbing (VP-D382 ( i ) / D382H/ D385 ( i ) only)
66 Dubbed audio playback (Audio Select)
67 Audio effect
68 Setting the AV in/out (AV In/Out)
(VP-D381i/D382i/D385i only)
69 Tape playing back on a TV screen
71 Copying a camcorder tape onto a video tape
72 Using the VOICE+function
73 Recording (copying) a TV programme or video tape onto a
camcorder tape (VP-D381i/D382i/D385i only)
74 Using a memory card (usable memory card) (not supplied)
75 Structure of folders and files on the memory card
77 Setting the file number (File No.)
78 Taking a photo image (JPEG) on the memory card
79 Viewing photo images (JPEG)
80 Protection from accidental erasure (Protect)
81 Deleting photo images and moving images (Delete)
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PLAYBACK
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CONNECTION
68
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA MODE
(VP-D385( i ) ONLY)
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83 Formatting a memory card (Format)
84 Recording moving images (MPEG) on a memory card
86 Playing the moving images (MPEG) on a memory card
(M.Play select)
87 Recording an image from a tape as a photo image
88 Copying a photo image from a tape to a memory card
(Photo Copy)
89 Marking images for printing (Print Mark)
90 Printing your pictures – using the pictbridgeTM
92 Transferring ieee1394 (I.Link)-DV standard data connections
94 Using USB Interface
96 Selecting the USB device (USB Connect)
97 Installing the software (DV Media Pro programme)
98 Connecting to a PC
100 After finishing a recording
100 Usable cassette tapes
101 Cleaning and maintaining the camcorder
102 Using your miniDV camcorder abroad
103 Troubleshooting
105 Setting menu items
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PICTBRIDGE™ (VP-D385( i ) ONLY)
IEEE 1394 DATA TRANSFER
USB INTERFACE (VP-D385 ( i ) ONLY)
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MAINTENANCE
100
TROUBLESHOOTING
SPECIFICATIONS

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WHAT IS INCLUDED WITH YOUR MINIDV CAMCORDER
Your new Digital Video camcorder comes with the following accessories. If any of these items is missing from your box,
call Samsung’s Customer Care Centre.
✪The exact appearance of each item may vary by model.
The contents may vary depending on the sales region.
Parts and accessories are available at your local Samsung dealer.
*(Option) : This is an optional accessory. To buy this one, contact your nearest Samsung dealer.
A memory card is not included. See page 74 for memory cards compatible with your miniDV camcorder.
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Battery Pack
(IA-BP80W )
AC Power Adapter
(AA-E9 type) Audio/Video Cable USB Cable
(VP-D385 ( i ) only)
Software CD
(VP-D385( i ) only) User Manual
Button-type Battery for
Remote Control
(Type: CR2025)
(VP-D382( i )/D382H/
D385( i ) only)
Remote Control
(VP-D382 ( i ) / D382H/
D385 ( i ) only)
Lens Cover Lens Cover Strap Tape* (Option) Carrying Case* (Option)

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FRONT & LEFT VIEW
1Lens 5EASY Q button ➥page 36
2Remote sensor (VP-D382
( i ) /D382H/D385 ( i ) only) 6Display ( ) button
3Light (VP-D382
( i ) /D382H/D384/D385 ( i ) only) 7TFT LCD screen
4OPEN switch 8Internal microphone
Be careful not to cover the internal microphone and lens during recording.
CAUTION
OPEN
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LEFT SIDE VIEW
getting to know your miniDV camcorder
When you close LCD panel with the LCD screen facing out, Joystick (///) function works reversely.
1MENU button
2Joystick (/ / / / Select), (W/T) ➥page 23
3Recording start/stop button
4Jack cover (AV/DV jack)
5Built-in speaker
6Select (CARD-TAPE) switch (VP-D385(
i ) only)
7Battery pack
8Battery release (BATT.) switch
AV DV
BATT.
MENU
W
T
MODE
POWER
CHG
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1
2
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BA
TT
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CHG
MODE
TAPECARD
(VP-D385( i ) only)

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RIGHT & TOP VIEW
1Zoom(W/T) / Volume (VOL) lever 5Jack cover (DC IN, USB (VP-D385( i ) only) jack)
2PHOTO button ➥page 60,78 6Cassette compartment cover
3Recording start/stop button 7Hand strap
4POWER switch
MODE
AV DV
POWER
CHG
VOL
4
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REAR & BOTTOM VIEW
1AV jack
2MODE button
3Mode indicator (Camera ( ) / Player ( ) mode)
4DC IN Jack
5DV (IEEE1394) jack
6Charging (CHG) indicator
7USB jack (VP-D385(
i ) only)
8Memory card slot (VP-D385(
i ) only)
9Tripod receptacle
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Jacks
VP-D385( i )
AV DV DC IN USB
VP-D381( i )/D382( i )
/D382H /D384
AV DV DC IN
VP-D385( i ) only
MMC/SD
AV
MODE
DC IN
DV
POWER
CHG
1
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USING THE REMOTE CONTROL (VP-D382(
i )/D382H/D385( i )ONLY)
The buttons on the remote control function the same as those on the miniDV camcorder.
1PHOTO button ➥page 60,78 10 (-) / (+) (Direction) button ➥page 64
2REC button 11 Display ( )button
3SELF TIMER button ➥page 39 12 W/T (Zoom) button
4ZERO MEMORY button ➥page 38 13 X2 button ➥page 64
5PHOTO SEARCH button ➥page 61 14 DATE/TIME button
6A.DUB button ➥page 65 15 (
S LOW) button
7
(FF) b utton
16
(PAUSE) b utton
8
(REW) b utton
17
(STOP) b utton
9
(PLAY) b utton
18 F. ADV button ➥page 64
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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.
Put your hand in a position where you can easily operate the Recording start/stop button, PHOTO button,
and the Zoom lever.
Hand Strap
Adjusting the Hand Strap
1. Insert the hand strap into the hand strap hook on
the front side of the camcorder and pull its end
through the hook.
2. Insert your hand into the hand strap and adjust its
length for your convenience.
3. Close the hand strap.
Lens Cover
Attaching the Lens Cover
4. Hook up the lens cover with the lens cover strap
as illustrated.
5. Hook up the lens cover strap to the hand strap, and
adjust it following the steps as described for the
hand strap.
6. Close the hand strap.
Installing the Lens Cover after Operation
Press buttons on both sides of the lens cover, then attach it to the camcorder lens.
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USING THE HAND STRAP & LENS COVER
This section provides information on using this miniDV camcorder: such as how to use the provided accessories,
how to charge the battery, how to set up the operation and screen indicators in each mode.
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INSTALLING THE BUTTON-TYPE BATTERY
Button-type battery installation for the remote control
(VP-D382(
i )/D382H/D385( i )only)
1. Pull out the button-type battery holder toward the direction of
the arrow.
2. Position the button-type battery in the button-type battery holder,
with the positive ( ) terminal face up.
3. Reinsert the button-type battery holder.
Precaution regarding the button-type battery
There is a danger of explosion if button-type battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or
equivalent type.
Do not pick up the battery using tweezers or other metal tools. This will cause a short circuit.
Do not recharge, disassemble, heat or immerse the battery in water to avoid the risk of explosion.
Keep the button-type Battery out of reach of children. Should a battery be swallowed, seek medical
attention immediately.
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WARNING

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Use the IA-BP80W battery pack only .
The battery pack may be charged a little at the time of purchase .
Be sure to charge the battery pack before you start using your miniDV camcorder.
Inserting / Ejecting the battery pack
1. Open the LCD screen as shown in the diagram.
2. Insert the battery pack into the battery pack slot until it softly clicks.
• Make sure that word mark (SAMSUNG) is facing out while
the camcorder is placed as shown in the diagram.
3. Slide the BATT. release switch and pull out the battery pack.
• Gently slide the BATT. release switch in the direction as
shown in the diagram.
• Additional battery packs are available at your local Samsung dealer.
• If the miniDV camcorder will not be in use for a while, remove the battery
pack from the miniDV camcorder.
Charging the Battery Pack
1. Slide the POWER switch downwards to turn off the power.
2. Insert the battery pack to the camcorder.
3. Open the jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor to the DC IN jack.
4. Connect the AC power adaptor to a wall socket.
5. Once charged, disconnect the AC power adaptor from the DC IN jack on your
camcorder.
• Even with the power switched off, the battery pack will still discharge if it is
left inserted in the camcorder.
It is recommended that you purchase one or more additional battery packs
to allow continuous use of your miniDV camcorder.
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USING THE BATTERY PACK
Use only Samsung-approved battery packs. Do not use batteries from other manufacturers.
Otherwise, there is a danger of overheating, fire or explosion.
Samsung is not responsible for problems occured due to using unapproved batteries.
preparation
POWER
BATT.
POWER
BATT.
POWER
CH
BATT.
BATT.
POWER
CH
BATT.
Insert
Eject

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Charging, Recording Times with a fully charged battery pack (with no zoom operation,
LCD open, etc.)
Measured times shown in the table are based on model
VP-D385( i ).
(Times for VP-D381( i )/D382( i )/D382H/D384/D385( i ) are
almost the same.)
The time is only for reference. Figures shown in the table are
measured under Samsung’s test environment, and may differ
from your actual use.
The recording time shortens dramatically in a cold environment. The continuous recording times in the operating
instructions are measured using a fully charged battery pack at 25 °C (77 °F). As the environmental temperature
and conditions vary, the remaining battery time may differ from the approximate continuous recording times given
in the instructions.
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Charging
time
Recording
time
IA-BP80W Approx.
1hr 20min
Approx.
1hr 20min
Battery
Time
Charging indicator
The colour of the LED indicates the power or charging state.
• If the battery pack has been fully charged, the charge indicator
is green.
• If you are charging the battery, the colour of the charge indicator
is orange.
• If an error occurs while the battery pack in charging, the charging
indicator blinks orange.
AV
MODE
DC IN
DV
POWER
CHG
P
OWER
CHG
<Charging indicator>

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The amount of continuous recording time available depends on:
The type and capacity of the battery pack you are using.
Ambient temperature.
How often the zoom function is used.
Type of use (camcorder/camera/With LCD screen etc.)
It is recommended that you have several batteries available.
To check the remaining battery charge, press and hold the Display ( ) button. ➥page 21
The charging time will vary depending on the remaining battery level.
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Battery Level Display
The battery level display indicates the amount of power remaining in the battery pack.
a. Fully charged b. 20~40% used
c. 40~80% used d. 80~95% used
e. Completely used (Blinking)
(The Camcorder will turn off soon, change the battery as soon as possible.)
Battery Pack Management
The battery pack should be recharged in an environment between 0 °C (32 °F) and 40°C (104 °F).
The life and capacity of the battery pack will be reduced if it is used in temperatures below 0 °C (32 °F) or left in
temperatures above 40 °C (104 °F) for a long period of time, even when it is fully recharged.
Do not put the battery pack near any heat source (i.e. fire or a heater).
Do not disassemble, apply pressure to, or heat the battery pack.
Do not allow the + and – terminals of the battery pack to be short-circuited. It may cause leakage, heat
generation, induce overheating or fire.
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