ENGLISH DVD Camcorder SC-DC163/DC164/DC165 AF CCD LCD Auto Focus Charge Coupled Device Liquid Crystal Display Owner’s Instruction Book Before operating the unit, please read this Instruction Book thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. US PATENT 4415844 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.
ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Shock Hazard Marking and Associated Graphical Symbols CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN Explanation of Safety Related Symbols CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE, REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings.
ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions 15. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall 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.
ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions 21. LIGHTNING: For added protection of this CAMCORDER during a lightning storm or when it is left 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.
ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions 29. To prevent damage which may result 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 not expressly approved by this party responsible for compliance to part 15 FCC rules.
ENGLISH Contents Notes and Safety Instructions .............................6 Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder ...............9 Features ............................................................................... 9 About Disc .......................................................................... 10 Disc Type Description ..........................................................11 How to use the DVD Camcorder easily .............................. 12 Accessories Supplied with the DVD Camcorder ....
ENGLISH Contents Using the Color Nite ........................................................... 48 Using the LED LIGHT (SC-DC165 only) ............................ 49 Deleting a Title (Delete) ..................................................... 70 Deleting a Section of a Title (Partial Delete) ...................... 71 DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording.............50 DVD Camcorder: Playlist ....................................72 Cutting Off Wind Noise (Wind Cut) ....................................
ENGLISH Contents DVD Camcorder: Connection .............................88 PictBridge™ .......................................................109 Setting the AV In/Out (SC-DC165 only) .............................. 88 Viewing Recordings on TV ................................................. 89 Copying a Disc onto a Tape................................................ 91 Recording (Copying) a TV Program or Video Tape onto a Disc (SC-DC165 only) .............................................
ENGLISH Contents Troubleshooting ................................................120 Troubleshooting ................................................................ 120 Setting menu items ........................................................... 125 Specifications ....................................................127 Index ...................................................................128 Warranty (SEA users only) ...............................
ENGLISH 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 DVD Camcorder. 1. Open the LCD Screen 90 degrees with your finger. 2. Rotate it to the best angle to record or play. If you rotate the LCD Screen 180 degrees to the lens side, you can close the LCD Screen with it facing out. This is convenient during playback operations.
ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notes regarding the Disc Cleaning and Handling Take care not to touch the recording side (the rainbow colored side) of the disc with fingers. Discs contaminated by fingerprints or foreign substances may not play properly. Use a soft cloth to clean the disc. Clean lightly from the center of a disc to the outside edge. Circling or cleaning too hard may create scratches on the disc and further cause the disc to play abnormally.
ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notes regarding DVD Camcorder Do not leave the DVD 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 DVD Camcorder get wet. Keep the DVD Camcorder away from rain, sea water, and any other form of moisture. If the DVD Camcorder gets wet, it may get damaged. Sometimes a malfunction due to exposure to liquids cannot be repaired.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder Features DVD Disc Camcorder DVD-VIDEO Title Production with 3 1/2inch (8cm) DVDRW/+RW/DVD-R/+R DL(Dual Layer) discs. Various Digital Effects The Digital Effects allow you to give your recordings a special look. High Power Zoom Lens Offers you 30x (SC-DC163 only), 33x (SC-DC164/DC165 only) High Power Zoom Lens. Back Light Compensation (BLC) The BLC function compensates for the bright background behind a subject you’re recording.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder About Disc Playable Discs DVD-R / DVD-RW (3 1/2inch (8cm)) DVD+RW (3 1/2inch (8cm)) DVD+R DL (Dual Layer) (3 1/2inch (8cm)) DVD+ReWritable DVD+R DL Unplayable Discs You may not use 5inch (12cm) CD/DVD discs.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder Disc Type Description Disc Type Mode Capacity Formatting a new disc page 41 Recording page 43 DVD-R (3 1/2inch (8cm)) DVD+R DL (3 1/2inch (8cm)) – – VR (Video Recording) Video – 1.4G 2.6G 1.4G 1.4G 1.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder How to use the DVD Camcorder easily You can record any desired image and edit and playback the disc on a DVD Camcorder, most DVD players, and PCs after finalizing the disc. Step 1 Inserting and Formatting a Disc Selecting the desired disc and disc formatting page 41 Step 2 Recording the Desired Image Step 3 Editing Recorded Images You may edit only in DVD-RW (VR Mode).
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder Accessories Supplied with the DVD Camcorder Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your DVD Camcorder. Basic Accessories 1. Lithium Ion Battery Pack (SB-LSM80) 2. AC Power Adapter (AA-E8 TYPE) 3. AC Cord 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. AD43-00136A AD44-00090A AD39-00076A 4. Multi-AV Cable 5. Instruction Book/ Quick Guide 6.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder Front & Left View 7. QUICK MENU Button 1. ACCESS Indicator 8. Joystick (Up/Down/Left/Right/OK) 2. OPEN Switch 9. EASY.Q Button 3. Lens 10. TFT LCD Screen 4. LED LIGHT (SC-DC165 only) 5. Remote Sensor (SC-DC164/DC165 only) 6. Internal MIC 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. ACCESS Indicator page 40 OPEN Switch page 40 Lens LED LIGHT (SC-DC165 only) page 49 Remote Sensor (SC-DC164/DC165 only) Internal MIC 14 7. 8. 9. 10.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder Left Side View 1. MENU Button 2. DISPLAY Button 7. Charging Indicator 3. Mode Switch (DISC/CARD) 8. Jack Cover 4. Built-In Speaker 9. USB Jack 5. MF/AF/MULTI DISP. button 10. AV Jack 11. DC IN Jack 6. C.NITE/LED LIGHT (SC-DC165 only) 6. COLOR NITE (SC-DC163/DC164 only) 12. VOL (-/+) Button 13. Function Buttons (below) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. MENU Button DISPLAY page 29 Mode Switch (DISC/CARD) Built-In Speaker MF/AF/MULTI DISP.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder Right & Top View 1. PHOTO Button 7. Zoom Lever 2. Focus Adjustment Knob 3. Viewfinder 8. Disc Cover 4. External MIC Jack 5. Power Switch 9. Hand Strap 6. Start/Stop Button 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. PHOTO Button page 97 Focus Adjustment Knob page 38 Viewfinder External MIC Jack Power Switch (ON/OFF/ (Camera)/ 16 (Player)) 6. 7. 8. 9.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder Rear & Bottom View 2. Tripod Receptacle 3. Memory Card Slot 4. Battery Release switch 1. Lithium Battery Cover 5. Hand Strap Hook 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder Remote Control (SC-DC164/DC165 only) 8. PHOTO 1. START/STOP 2. DISPLAY 9. W/T (Zoom) 3. /(Skip) 10. /(Search) 4. (Stop) 11. | (Slow) 5. (Play/Still) 12. Q-MENU 6. MENU 7. Up( )/Down( )/Left( )/Right( )/OK 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. START/STOP DISPLAY page 29 /(Skip) (Stop) (Play/Still) MENU Up( )/Down( )/Left( )/Right( )/OK 18 8. 9. 10. 11. 12.
ENGLISH Preparation Using the Hand Strap & Lens Cover 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 DVD Camcorder in a stable, comfortable position. - Press the [Zoom] lever and [Start/Stop] button without having to change the position of your hand. Hand Strap 1. Pull and open the Hand Strap and release the Hand Strap. Insert the Hand Strap into the Hand Strap Hook. 2.
ENGLISH Preparation Lithium Battery Installation Lithium Battery Installation for the Internal Clock 1. Remove the Battery Pack from the rear of the DVD Camcorder. 2. Open the Lithium Battery Cover on the rear of the DVD Camcorder. 3. Position the Lithium Battery in the Lithium Battery Holder, with the positive (+) terminal face up. Be careful not to reverse the polarity of the Battery. 4. Close the Lithium Battery Cover. Installing the Lithium Battery in the Remote Control (SC-DC164/DC165 only) 1.
ENGLISH Preparation Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack Use SB-LSM80 or SB-LSM160 Battery Pack only. The Battery Pack may be charged a little at the time of purchase. Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack 1. Turn the [Power] switch to [Off]. 2. Attach the Battery Pack to the DVD Camcorder. 3. Connect the AC Power Adapter to an AC Cord and connect the AC Cord to a wall socket. 4. Open the LCD Screen and Jack Cover. 5. Connect the DC cable to the DC IN jack on the DVD Camcorder.
ENGLISH Preparation Charging, Recording Times based on Battery Type If you close the LCD Screen, it switches off and the Viewfinder switches on automatically. The continuous recording times given in the table below are approximations. Actual recording time depends on usage. The continuous recording times in the operating instructions are measured using a fully charged Battery Pack at 77 °F (25 °C).
ENGLISH Preparation 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 DVD Camcorder will turn off soon, change the battery as soon as possible.
ENGLISH Preparation Maintaining the Battery Pack Please refer to the Table on page 22 for approximate continuous recording time. The recording time is affected by temperature and environmental conditions. The recording time shortens dramatically in a cold environment. As the environmental temperature and conditions vary. The continuous recording times in the operating instructions are measured using a fully charged Battery Pack at 77 °F (25 ° C).
ENGLISH Preparation Connecting a Power Source There are two types of power source that can be connected to your DVD Camcorder. - The AC Power adapter and AC Cord: used for indoor recording. - The Battery Pack: used for outdoor recording. Using a Household Power Source Connect to a household power source to use the DVD Camcorder without worrying about the battery power. You can keep the Battery Pack attached; the battery power will not be consumed. 1.
ENGLISH Preparation About the Operating Modes The operating modes are determined by the position of the [Power] switch and the [Mode] switch. Set the Operation Mode by adjusting [Power] switch and [Mode] switch before operating any functions. (Player)] mode. (Camera)] and [ Each time you move the [Power] switch downward, it toggles between [ Mode Name [Power] Switch [Mode] Switch M.Cam Mode : Memory Camera Mode / M.
ENGLISH Preparation Using the QUICK MENU QUICK MENU is used to access DVD Camcorder functions by using the [QUICK MENU] button. QUICK MENU provides easier access to frequently used menus without using the [MENU] button. Functions available using the QUICK MENU are as below: DIS page 60 1 Title List Playlist
ENGLISH Preparation OSD (On Screen Display) in Camera Mode/Player Mode 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. Battery Level page 23 Manual focus page 52 EASY.
ENGLISH Preparation OSD (On Screen Display) in M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Photo Quality page 95 CARD (Memory Card) Indicator Image Counter (Total number of recordable photo images) Slide Show page 99 Erase Protection Indicator page 100 Print Mark page 107 Folder Number-File Number page 94 Image Counter (Current Image/ Total number of recorded images) OSD in M.Cam Mode OSD in M.
ENGLISH Initial Setting : System Menu Setting Setting the Clock (Clock Set) Clock setup works in Camera Mode/Player Mode/M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode. page 26 The date/time is automatically recorded onto a disc. Before recording, please set the date/time. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD]. 4 (Camera)] or [ (Player)]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ 3. Press the [MENU] button. The menu list will appear. 4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select , then press the [Joystick(OK)]. 5.
ENGLISH Initial Setting : System Menu Setting Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (Remote) (SC-DC164/DC165 only) The Remote function works in Camera Mode/Player Mode/M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode. page 26 The Remote function allows you to enable or disable the remote control for use with the DVD Camcorder. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Camera)] or [ 4 (Player)]. 3. Press the [MENU] button. The menu list will appear. 4.
ENGLISH Initial Setting : System Menu Setting Setting the Beep Sound (Beep Sound) The Beep Sound function works in Camera Mode/Player Mode/M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode. page 26 You can turn the Beep Sound on or off, when on, each press of a button sounds a beep. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Camera)] or [ 4 (Player)]. 3. Press the [MENU] button. The menu list will appear. 4.
ENGLISH Initial Setting : System Menu Setting Setting the Shutter Sound (Shutter Sound) The Shutter Sound function works only in M.Cam Mode. page 26 You can turn the Shutter Sound on or off, when on, with each press of the [PHOTO] button the Shutter will sound. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [CARD]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ 4 (Camera)]. 3. Press the [MENU] button. The menu list will appear. 4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select , then press the [Joystick(OK)]. 5.
ENGLISH Initial Setting : System Menu Setting Selecting the OSD Language (Language) The Language function works in Camera Mode/Player Mode/M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode. page 26 You can select the desired language to display the menu screen and the messages. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Camera)] or [ 4 (Player)]. 3. Press the [MENU] button. The menu list will appear. 4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select , then press the [Joystick(OK)]. 5.
ENGLISH Initial Setting : System Menu Setting Viewing the Demonstration (Demonstration) The Demonstration function may only be used in the Camera Mode with no disc inserted in the unit. page 26 Before you begin: Make Sure that there is no disc inserted in the DVD Camcorder. page 40 Demonstration automatically shows you the major functions that are included with your DVD Camcorder so that you may use them more easily. The Demonstration operates repeatedly until it is switched Off. 4 Camera Mode 1.
ENGLISH Initial Setting : Display Menu Setting Adjusting the LCD Screen (LCD Bright/LCD Color) Adjusting the LCD Screen works in Camera Mode/Player Mode/M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode. page 26 Your DVD Camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch (SC-DC163) / 2.7 inch wide (SC-DC164/DC165) color Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Screen, which enables you to view what you are recording or playing back directly.
ENGLISH Initial Setting : Display Menu Setting Displaying the Date/Time (Date/Time) The Date/Time function works in Camera Mode/Player Mode/M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode. page 26 The date and time are automatically recorded on a special data area of the disc. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Camera)] or [ 4 (Player)]. 3. Press the [MENU] button. The menu list will appear. 4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select , then press the [Joystick(OK)].
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Before Recording Using the Viewfinder In the [ (Camera)] or [ (Player)] mode, the Viewfinder will work when the LCD Screen is closed. Adjusting the Focus The focus adjustment knob of the Viewfinder enables individuals with vision problems to see clearer images. 1. Close the LCD Screen and pull out the Viewfinder. 2. Use the Focus Adjustment Knob of the Viewfinder to focus the picture.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Before Recording Various Recording Techniques In some situations, different recording techniques may be required for more dramatic results. 1. General recording. 1 2 3 4 2. Downward recording. Making a recording with a top view of the LCD Screen. 3. Upward recording. Making a recording viewing the LCD Screen from below. 4. Self recording. Making a recording viewing the LCD Screen from the front. 5. Recording with the Viewfinder.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Before Recording Inserting and Removing a Disc When inserting a disc or closing the disc cover, do not apply excessive force. It may cause a malfunction. You cannot open the disc cover while loading. (Camera)] to view menus Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] and the [Power] switch to [ and messages displayed on the LCD Screen. Inserting a Disc 1. Push the [OPEN] switch in the direction of the arrow. The cover of disc insertion block will open. 2.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Before Recording When using a New Disc: Formatting a new Disc Formatting may be required if a new disc is inserted. Recognition of the disc will start. For a DVD–R/+R DL disc: Formatting will automatically begin. For a DVD-RW disc: You are prompted with the message. Differences between Video and VR mode Video (Video Mode) : If the disc has been finalized, you will be able to play the disc on most DVD Players/Recorders.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Before Recording Selecting the Record Mode (Rec Mode) The Record Mode function works in both Camera Mode and Player Mode. page 26 This DVD Camcorder can film in the XP (extra play), the SP (standard play) and the LP (long play) modes. The SP mode is set as the factory default. 4 Camera Mode 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Camera)] or [ ►Record Rec Mode Wind Cut (Player)]. ►SP ►Off 3. Press the [MENU] button. The menu list will appear. 4.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording Making your First Recording 1. Connect a power source to the DVD Camcorder. pages 21, 25 1 (A Battery Pack or a AC Power adapter) Insert a disc. page 40 2. Remove the Lens Cover. 3. Open the LCD Screen Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. (Camera)]. Set the [Power] switch to [ Make sure that is displayed. Make sure the image you want to record appears on the 4 5 LCD Screen or Viewfinder.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording Recording with Ease for Beginners (EASY.Q Mode) The EASY.Q function works only in Camera Mode. page 26 The EASY.Q function allows a beginner to easily make good recordings. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ 3 (Camera)]. 3. By pressing the [EASY.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording Using External Microphone Connect external microphone (not supplied) to the external microphone jack of this DVD Camcorder. Clearer sound can be recorded. Zooming In and Out The Zoom function works in both Camera Mode and M.Cam Mode. page 26 Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in a scene. You can zoom using variable zoom speeds. Use these features for different shots.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording Using the Fade In and Out (FADE) The Fade function works only in Camera Mode. page 26 You can give your recording a professional look by using special effects such as fade in at the beginning of a sequence or fade out at the end of a sequence. 3 To Start Recording 4 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Camera)]. 3. Before recording, hold down the [FADE] button. The picture and sound gradually disappear (fade out). 4.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording Using Back Light Compensation Mode (BLC) BLC works in both Camera Mode and M.Cam Mode. page 26 Back lighting exists when the subject is darker than the background: - The subject is in front of a window. - The person to be recorded is wearing white or shiny clothes and is placed against a bright background; the person’s face is too dark to distinguish his/her features. - The subject is outdoors and the background is overcast. - The light sources are too bright.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording Using the Color Nite Color Nite function works only in Camera Mode. page 26 You can take a shot of an object in slow motion by controlling the shutter speed, or a brighter image in dark places without a compromise in colors. 3 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Camera)]. 3. Press the [COLOR NITE] (SC-DC163/DC164 only) or [C.NITE/LED LIGHT] (SC-DC165 only) button. 4.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording Using the LED LIGHT (SC-DC165 only) The LED LIGHT function works only in Camera Mode. page 26 The LED LIGHT enables you to record a subject in dark places. The LED LIGHT can be used with Color Nite function only. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ 3 (Camera)]. 3. Press the [C.NITE/LED LIGHT] button until appears. Danger The LED LIGHT can become extremely hot.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording Cutting Off Wind Noise (Wind Cut) The Wind Cut function works only in Camera Mode. page 26 Use the Wind Cut when recording in windy places such as the beach or near buildings. The Wind Cut function minimizes wind noise or other noise while recording. - When the Wind Cut is on, some low pitched tones are eliminated along with the sound of the wind. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ 4 (Camera)]. 3. Press the [MENU] button.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording Setting the Shutter Speed & Exposure (Shutter/Exposure) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. The Shutter Speed function works only in Camera Mode. page 26 The Exposure function works in both Camera Mode and M.Cam Mode. page 26 The Shutter Speed and Exposure functions can be set in the QUICK MENU. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD]. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Camera)]. Press the [QUICK MENU] button. QUICK MENU list will appear.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording Auto Focus / Manual Focus The Auto Focus/Manual Focus function works in both Camera Mode and M.Cam Mode. page 26 In most situations, it is better to use the automatic focus feature, as it enables you to concentrate on the creative side of your recording. Manual focusing may be necessary under certain conditions that make automatic focusing difficult or unreliable.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (Program AE) The Program AE function works only in Camera Mode. page 26 The Program AE mode allows you to adjust shutter speeds and apertures to suit different recording conditions. They give you creative control over the depth of field. mode - Auto balance between the subject and the background. - To be used in normal conditions.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording Setting the Program AE 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ 4 (Camera)]. 3. Press the [MENU] button. The menu list will appear. 4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select , then press the [Joystick(OK)]. 5. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select , then press the [Joystick(OK)]. The available options are listed. Move 6 6.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording Setting the White Balance (White Balance) The White Balance function works in both Camera Mode and M.Cam Mode. page 26 The White Balance is a recording function that preserves the unique image color of the subject in any recording condition. You may select the appropriate White Balance mode to obtain good quality image color. Auto ( ): This mode is generally used to control the White Balance automatically.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording Setting the Custom White Balance You can adjust the white balance as you wish based on the recording environment. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Camera)]. 6 3. Press the [MENU] button. The menu list will appear. 4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select , then press the [Joystick(OK)]. 5. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select , then press the [Joystick(OK)].
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording Applying Digital Effects (Digital Effect) The Digital Effect function works only in Camera Mode. page 26 The Digital Effects enable you to give a creative look to your recording. Select the appropriate Digital Effect for the type of picture that you wish to record and the effect you wish to create. There are 10 Digital Effect modes. mode 1 2 This mode gives the images a coarse effect. 2. mode This mode gives the images a mosaic effect. 3.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording Selecting the Digital Effects 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ 4 Camera Mode ►Camera Program AE White Balance Digital Effect 16:9 Wide DIS Digital Zoom (Camera)]. 3. Press the [MENU] button. The menu list will appear. 4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select , then press the [Joystick(OK)]. 5. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select , then press the [Joystick(OK)]. Move 6 7.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording Setting the 16:9 Wide mode (16:9 Wide) The 16:9 Wide function works only in Camera Mode. page 26 Select to record a picture to be played back on a 16:9 Wide TV. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ 6 (Camera)]. 3. Press the [MENU] button. The menu list will appear. 4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select , then press the [Joystick(OK)].
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) The DIS function works only in Camera Mode. page 26 DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) is a function that compensates for any shaking or hand movement while holding the DVD Camcorder (within reasonable limits). It provides more stable pictures when: - Recording with the zoom (If the DIS is set, Digital Zoom mode will be released.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording Zooming In and Out with Digital Zoom (Digital Zoom) The Digital Zoom works only in Camera Mode. page 26 Zooming more than 30x (SC-DC163 only), 33x (SC-DC164/DC165 only) is achieved digitally, up to 1200x when combined with optical zoom. The picture quality may deteriorate depending on how much you zoom in on the subject. Selecting the Digital Zoom 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Camera)]. 3. Press the [MENU] button.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: What’s Title List and Playlist What’s a Title List? Title List The Title List displays multiple titles (scenes) that have been recorded. A title is created between the points where you start and stop a recording. Once deleted, you cannot recover the title again.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Title List Playing Title Lists DVD-RW/+RW/-R/+R DL The recorded Title List scenes are displayed as a thumbnail index (multiple images) on the LCD Screen. You can find the desired scene quickly using this convenient index. If the LCD is closed, you can view the recording through the viewfinder. Use the Playback related buttons on the DVD Camcorder or on the remote control. page 64 1. 2. 3. 4. Insert the disc you want to view. Open the LCD Screen. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC].
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Title List Various Functions while in Player Mode DVD-RW/+RW/-R/+R DL These functions works only in Player Mode. page 26 Play, Still, Stop, Fast Forward, Rewind, Forward Skip, and Reverse Skip functions are accessible using the remote control. (SC-DC164/DC165 only) Slow function is accessible only using the remote control. (SC-DC164/DC165 only) Playback/Still Press the [] button to pause during playback. To resume playback, press the [] button.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Title List Slow Playback (Forward/Reverse) (SC-DC164/DC165 only) Forward Slow Playback Press the [|] button on the remote control during playback. - To resume normal playback, press the [] button.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Title List Zooming during Playback (PB ZOOM) DVD-RW/+RW/-R/+R DL The PB Zoom function works only in Player Mode. page 26 The PB Zoom function enables you to magnify the playback. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ 3 (Player)]. 3. Move the [Zoom] lever toward [T(Tele)] to activate the PB Zoom during playback. The image is magnified starting from the center of image. 4. You can zoom in from 2.0x to 8.0x by moving the [Zoom] lever. It zooms 2.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Title List Renaming a Title (Title Name) DVD-RW/+RW/-R/+R DL 4 Title Name function works only in Player Mode. page 26 The recording date automatically becomes the title name if date had been set in the system menu. page 37 You can change the recording date to any desired title name. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. (Player)]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ The Title List screen appears. 5 3. Press the [QUICK MENU] button. 4.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Title List Title Information (Title Info) DVD-RW/+RW/-R/+R DL Title Info function works only in Player Mode. page 26 It shows you the title information. You can view the Title name, Protect, Rec Date, Length, Rec Mode and Disc Format. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. (Player)]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ The Title List screen appears. 4 [1/9] Delete Partial Delete Protect Title Name Title Info 3. Press the [QUICK MENU] button. 4.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Title List Protecting a Title (Protect) DVD -RW/+RW/+R DL Protect function works only in Player Mode. page 26 You can set protection for a title so that the title cannot be deleted. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. (Player)]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ The Title List screen appears. 4 Delete Partial Delete Protect Title Name Title Info 3. Press the [QUICK MENU] button. 4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select , then press the [Joystick(OK)]. 5.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Title List Deleting a Title (Delete) DVD -RW/+RW/+R DL Delete function works only in Player Mode. page 26 Individual or All Title scenes can be deleted. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. (Player)]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ The Title List screen appears. 3. Press the [QUICK MENU] button. 4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select , then press the [Joystick(OK)]. 5. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Title List Deleting a Section of a Title (Partial Delete) DVD-RW(VR mode) Partial Delete function works only in Player Mode. page 26 A Title scene can be partially deleted. The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode). You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording. page 41 4 Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Player)]. Press the [QUICK MENU] button.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Playlist Creating a New Playlist (New Playlist) DVD-RW(VR mode) This function works only in Player Mode. page 26 The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode). You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording. page 41 3 Playlist 5 Playlist 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. (Player)]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ The Title List scenes will appear. 3.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Playlist Renaming a Playlist (Playlist Name) DVD-RW(VR mode) Playlist Name function works only in Player Mode. page 26 The recording date automatically becomes the title name if date had been set in the system menu. You can change the recording date to any desired title name. The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode). You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording. page 41 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Player)].
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Playlist Playing the Playlist DVD-RW(VR mode) This function works only in Player Mode. page 26 The Playlist scenes are displayed in the form of a thumbnail index on the LCD Screen. If the LCD is closed, you can view the recording through the viewfinder. Use the Playback related buttons on the DVD Camcorder or on the remote control. page 64 The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode). You should format the DVD3 RW to VR Mode before recording.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Playlist Playlist Information (Playlist Info) DVD-RW(VR mode) Playlist Info function works only in Player Mode. page 26 It shows you the Playlist information. You can view the Playlist Name, Protect, Rec Date, Length, Rec Mode and Disc Format. The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode). You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording. page 41 3 Playlist Flower 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. [1/7] (Player)]. 2.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Playlist Deleting a Playlist (Delete) DVD-RW(VR mode) Delete function works only in Player Mode. page 26 Individual or all undesired playlists can be deleted. The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode). You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording. page 41 5 Flower 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. [1/7] New Playlist Delete Select Edit Playlist Playlist Name Playlist Info (Player)]. 2.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Playlist Adding Scenes to Playlist (Edit Playlist-Add) DVD-RW(VR mode) This function works only in Player Mode. page 26 You can add more scenes in an existing Playlist. The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode). You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording. page 41 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Player)]. The Title List screen will appear. 3.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Playlist Changing the Order of Scene Playing within a Playlist (Edit Playlist-Move) DVD-RW(VR mode) 5 This function works only in Player Mode. page 26 You can change the order of scene playing within a Playlist. The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode). You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording. page 41 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Player)]. The Title List scenes will appear. 3.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Playlist Deleting Scenes from Playlist (Edit Playlist-Delete) DVD-RW(VR mode) 5 This function works only in Player Mode. page 26 You can delete the scenes from a Playlist. The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode). You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording. page 41 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Player)]. The Title List screen will appear. 3.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Playlist Deleting a Section of a Playlist (Edit Playlist - Partial Delete) DVD-RW(VR mode) This function works only in Player Mode. page 26 Your can delete a part from a Playlist. The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode). You should format the DVD-RW to 5 VR Mode before recording. page 41 Flower 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. [1/7] New Playlist Delete Edit Playlist Playlist Name Playlist Info (Player)]. 2.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Playlist 10. Press the [/] or [] to search the starting point of deletion. 13 11. Press the [] button to pause the screen at the starting point of deletion, then press the [Joystick(OK)]. The will be highlighted. 12. Press the [/] or [] to search the end point of deletion. 13. Press the [] button to pause the screen at the end point of deletion, then press the [Joystick(OK)]. The will be highlighted. 14. Press the [Joystick(OK)].
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager Disc Information (Disc Info) DVD-RW/+RW/-R/+R DL This function works in both Camera Mode and Player Mode. page 26 It provides disc information. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Camera)] or [ 4 (Player)]. 3. Press the [MENU] button. The menu list will appear. Camera Mode ►Disc Manager Disc Finalize Disc Unfinalize Disc Format Disc Info 4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select , then press the [Joystick(OK)].
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager Editing the Disc Name (Disc Info-Rename) DVD-RW/+RW/-R/+R DL This function works in both Camera Mode and Player Mode. page 26 You can specify a disc name. 4 Camera Mode ►Disc Manager Disc Finalize Disc Unfinalize Disc Format Disc Info 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Camera)] or [ (Player)]. 3. Press the [MENU] button. The menu list will appear.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager Formatting a Disc (Disc Format) DVD-RW/+RW This function works only in Camera Mode. page 26 You can format a recorded disc to be used again. By formatting, all existing data will be deleted. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ 4 (Camera)]. 3. Press the [MENU] button. The menu list will appear. 4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select , then press the [Joystick(OK)]. 5.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager Finalizing a Disc (Disc Finalize) DVD-RW/-R/+R DL This function works only in Camera Mode. page 26 To play the contents of a DVD-RW on other DVD players you must finalize the disc. When finalizing, there should be enough power in the batteries. If an the AC Power adapter is to be used, make sure that the jack is properly connected. A power cut during finalizing may disrupt the disc from replaying. 4 Camera Mode 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. ►Disc Manager 2.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager Playing Back on a PC with DVD drive The DVD disc can be played on a PC with a DVD running media (DVD drive). 1. Turn on your PC. 2. Insert a finalized disc into the DVD drive of the PC. Starts DVD playback application software and the disc will play. PC If a DVD playback application does not start automatically, run the application by navigating through the Start menu. Notes Use a DVD drive compatible to 3 1/2inch (8m) discs.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager Unfinalizing a Disc (Disc Unfinalize) DVD-RW This function works only in Camera Mode. page 26 If a DVD-RW disc had been finalized in the VR mode or Video mode, you can unfinalize the disc for further recording. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ 4 (Camera)]. 3. Press the [MENU] button. The menu list will appear. Camera Mode ►Disc Manager Disc Finalize Disc Unfinalize Disc Format Disc Info 4.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Connection Setting the AV In/Out (SC-DC165 only) AV In/Out function works only in Player Mode. page 26 AV In/Out setting enables you to record signal from external sources and display it on LCD Screen. Also, you can send your video or image to external devices to record or play back. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Player)]. 4 3. Press the [MENU] button. The menu list will appear. Player Mode ►Record Rec Mode AV In/out ►SP ►Out 4.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Connection Viewing Recordings on TV The Playback function works only in Player Mode. page 26 Playing back on a TV Monitor To play back a disc, the television must be NTSC compatible. page 119 We recommend that you use the AC Power adapter as the power source for the DVD Camcorder. Connecting to a TV which has Audio/Video Input Jacks 1. Connect the DVD Camcorder to your TV with the Multi-AV cable.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Connection Connecting to a TV which has no Audio/Video Input Jacks You can connect your DVD Camcorder to a TV through a VCR. 1. Connect the DVD Camcorder to your VCR with the Multi-AV cable. The yellow jack: Video The white jack: Audio(L) - Mono The red jack: Audio(R) VCR DVD Camcorder 2. Connect a TV to the VCR. 3. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. 4. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Player)]. 5. Turn on both the TV and VCR. Set the input selector on the VCR to Line.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Connection Copying a Disc onto a Tape The copying function works only in Player Mode. page 26 Connect your DVD Camcorder to a VCR using the AV/S jack to dub the recording from a disc onto a VCR tape. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Player)]. VCR DVD Camcorder 3. Insert the disc you want to copy in your DVD Camcorder. 4. Insert a new tape in your VCR. 5. Connect the DVD Camcorder to your VCR with Multi-AV cable.
ENGLISH DVD Camcorder: Connection Recording (Copying) a TV Program or Video Tape onto a Disc (SC-DC165 only) The Recording (Copying) function works only in Player Mode. page 26 Connect your DVD Camcorder to a VCR or a TV using the AV/S jack to record a TV program or copy a video tape to a disc. Set the AV In/Out before Recording (Copying). page 88 Recording (Copying) onto a Disc 1. Get your TV or VCR ready. 2. Connect the DVD Camcorder to your VCR or TV with TV Multi-AV cable.
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode Using a Memory Card (Usable Memory Card) (not supplied) The Memory Card stores and manages Photo/Moving images recorded by the DVD Camcorder. Before inserting or ejecting the Memory Card, set the [Power] switch to [Off] and open the LCD Screen. Memory Card Functions Recording/Viewing Photo/Moving Images Protecting Images from accidental erasure (except Memory Stick Duo/MMC) The Memory Stick Duo/MMC does not have a Protection Tab.
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode Notes Do not apply excessive force when you insert/eject the Memory Card. Do not turn the power off while recording, loading, erasing photo images or formatting the Memory Card. Do not place the Memory Card near a strong electro-magnetic device. Do not allow metal substances to come in contact with the terminals on the Memory Card. Do not bend, drop or apply strong shock to Memory Card.
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode Selecting the Photo Quality (Photo Quality) Photo Quality function works in both Player Mode and M.Cam Mode. page 26 You can select the quality of a photo image to be recorded. 4 Select the photo Quality 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD]. (Player)]. 2. If the [Mode] switch is set to [DISC], set the [Power] switch to [ (Camera)]. If the [Mode] switch is set to [CARD], set the [Power] switch to [ 3. Press the [MENU] button. The menu list will appear. 4.
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode Setting the File Number (File No.) File Number setting works only in M.Cam Mode. page 26 File Numbers are given to images in the order they were recorded when they are stored on the Memory Card. File numbers may be set as follows: - : When there are existing files, the new image will be named as the next number in the sequence. - : When there are no files stored on the Memory Card, the file numbering starts from 0001. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [CARD].
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode Taking a Photo Image (JPEG) on the Memory Card You may take photo images while in M.Cam Mode and store the images on the Memory Card. page 26 You can take photo images using the remote control.(SC-DC164/DC165 only) Audio will not be recorded with a photo image on to the Memory Card. Please check the protection tab setting on your memory card before recording. You may not be able to record when it is set to lock. 1. Insert the Memory Card. 2.
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode Viewing Photo Images (JPEG) This function works only in M.Player Mode. page 26 You can playback and view photo images recorded on the Memory Card. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [CARD]. Photo (Player)]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ The thumbnail index of photo image appears. If there are no recorded images on the Memory Card, is displayed. 3. Use the [Joystick] to select a desired photo image, then press the [Joystick(OK)].
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode To view a Slide Show 1. Use the [Joystick] to select a desired photo image, then press the [Joystick(OK)]. 2. Press the [(S.SHOW)] button in the single image display mode. All images will be played back consecutively for 2~3 seconds each. The is displayed. The Slide Show will start from the current picture. To stop the slide show, press the [(S.SHOW)] button again.
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode Protection from accidental Erasure (Protect) The Protect function works only in M.Player Mode. page 26 You can protect important images from accidental erasure. If you execute format, all images including protected images will be erased. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [CARD]. (Player)]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ The thumbnail index of photo image appears. If there are no recorded images on the Memory Card, is displayed. 3 Photo 100-0001 [1/10] 3.
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode Deleting Photo Images and Moving Images (Delete) The Delete function works only in M.Player Mode. page 26 You can erase the photo images and moving images recorded on the Memory Card. If you want to delete protected images, you must first deactivate the image protection. An image which has been deleted cannot be recovered. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [CARD]. 3 (Player)]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ The thumbnail index of photo image appears.
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode Deleting All Images at Once Steps from 1 to 5 are the same as described in p.102. 6 6. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select , then press the [Joystick(OK)]. A message is displayed. 7. Move the [Joystick] left or right to select or , then press the [Joystick(OK)]. M.Player Mode ►Memory Delete Delete All Protect Print Mark Format Move 8. To exit, press the [MENU] button.
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode Formatting the Memory Card (Format) The Format function works only in M.Player Mode. page 26 4 M.Player Mode You can use the Format functions to completely Delete All images and options on the ►Memory Memory Card, including protected images. Delete Delete All The Format function restores the Memory Card to its initial state.
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode Recording Moving Images (MPEG) on the Memory Card You can record moving images while in M.Cam Mode. page 26 You can record moving images with audio on the Memory Card. The screen format of the moving image to be recorded is 720x480. Saving Moving Images onto a Memory Card 1. 2. 3. 4. Insert the Memory Card. Set the [Mode] switch to [CARD]. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Camera)].
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode Playing the Moving Images (MPEG) on the Memory Card The Moving images playback function works only in M.Player Mode. page 26 You can play the moving images on the Memory Card. Stereo audio is played back at the same time. The Moving images will look better when played back on a PC. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [CARD]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Player)]. The thumbnail index of photo image appears.
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode Recording Still images onto a Memory Card during DVD playback DVD-RW/+RW/-R/+R DL This function works only in Player Mode. page 26 If you press the [PHOTO] button during DVD disc playback, the disc stops and the image on the DVD is saved on the Memory Card. 3 Title List 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC]. 2006/01/01 [1/9] 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Player)]. The thumbnail index of the Title List will appear. 3.
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode Marking Images for Printing (Print Mark) The Print Mark function works only in M.Player Mode. page 26 This DVD Camcorder supports the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) print format. You can automatically print images recorded on a Memory Card with a printer supporting DPOF. Setting the Print Mark is only available when using a memory card. There are 2 ways to make a Print Mark.
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera Mode Removing the Print Mark To remove all Print Marks, select . To remove individual file’s Print Mark, select the file and set to <000>. Notes It operates identically in Single Display. You can directly access the Print Mark function by using the [QUICK MENU] button. page 27 If the Print Mark is set to This File, you can set the number of copies from 000 to 999. If the Print Mark is set to All Files, you can set the number of copies to 1.
ENGLISH PictBridge™ Printing Your Pictures-Using the PictBridge™ PictBridge function works only in M.Player Mode. page 26 By connecting the DVD Camcorder to printers with PictBridge support (sold separately), you can send images from the Memory Card directly to the printer with a few simple operations. With the PictBridge Support, you can control the printer directly through your DVD Camcorder in order to print out stored pictures.
ENGLISH PictBridge™ Setting the Number of Prints 1. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select , then press the [Joystick(OK)]. 2. Move the [Joystick] up or down to set the number of prints, then press the [Joystick(OK)]. 2 Setting the Date/Time Imprint Option 3. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select , then press the [Joystick(OK)]. 4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select the Date/Time display type, then press the [Joystick(OK)].
ENGLISH USB Interface Using USB Interface Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection The DVD Camcorder supports both USB 1.1 and 2.0 standards. (Depends on the PC specification) You can transfer a recorded file in memory Card to a PC via a USB connection. If you transfer data to a PC, you need to install the software (DV Driver, Video Codec, DirectX 9.0) supplied with the DVD Camcorder.
ENGLISH USB Interface Notes On a slower PC than recommended, movie playback may not be smooth or video editing may take a long time. On a slower PC than recommended, movie playback may skip frames or operate unexpectedly. Intel® Pentium III™ or Pentium 4™ is a trademark of the Intel Corporation. Windows® is a registered trademark of the Microsoft® Corporation. All other brands and names are property of their respective owners. In M.Cam Mode or M.
ENGLISH USB Interface Selecting the USB Device (USB Connect) The USB Connect function works only in M.Player Mode. page 26 Using the USB cable, you can connect your DVD Camcorder to a computer to copy your moving images and photo images from the Memory Card, or to a printer to print your images. 1. Set the [Mode] switch to [CARD]. 2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Player)]. 4 3. Press the [MENU] button. The menu list will appear. M.
ENGLISH USB Interface Installing DV Media PRO Program You need to install DV Media PRO Program to play back movie files recorded by the DVD Camcorder on your PC. Before your start! Turn on your PC. Exit all other applications running. Insert the provided CD into the CD-ROM drive. The setup screen appears automatically soon after the CD was inserted. If the setup screen does not appear, click on “Start” on the bottom left corner and select “Run” to display a dialog. Type “D:\autorun.
ENGLISH USB Interface Application Installation – Photo Express 1. Click on the Setup screen. It is a photo editing tool that allows users to edit images. Application Installation – Quick Time 1. Click on the Setup screen. QuickTime is Apple’s technology for handling movie, sound, animation, graphics, text, music, and even 360-degree virtual reality (VR) scenes.
ENGLISH USB Interface Connecting to a PC 1. Connect a USB cable to the USB jack on the PC. 2. Connect the other end of the USB cable into the USB jack on the DVD Camcorder. (USB jack) If a PC is connected to the DVD Camcorder with a USB cable, only [Power] switch, [Mode] switch, [Zoom] lever can be operated. Disconnecting the USB Cable After completing the data transmission, you must disconnect the cable in the following way: 1.
ENGLISH USB Interface Using the PC Camera Function This function works only in Camera Mode. page 26 To use the PC Camera function, the DV Driver, Video Codec and DirectX 9.0 programs must be installed in the PC. You can use this DVD Camcorder as a PC Camera. When you connect to a Web site that provides video chatting functions, you can use your DVD Camcorder for such functions.
ENGLISH USB Interface Using the USB Streaming Function This function works in both Camera and Player Modes. page 26 To use USB streaming, the DV Driver, Video Codec and DirectX 9.0 programs must be installed in the PC. You can view DVD Camcorder video on your PC using USB streaming. You can also store it as a moving image in the “avi” file format, or as a photo image in the “jpg” file format on a PC. 1.
ENGLISH Maintenance Using Your DVD Camcorder Abroad Each country or region has its own electric and color systems. Before using your DVD Camcorder abroad, check the following items. Power sources You can use your DVD Camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC Power adapter within 100V to 240V, 50/60 Hz. Use a commercially available AC jack adapter, if necessary, depending on the design of the local wall outlet.
ENGLISH Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Before contacting a Samsung authorized service center, perform the following simple checks. They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call. Self Diagnosis Display in Modes Display Finalized disc! Slow Action Change to a charged one. Insert a disc. Change to a new disc. Erase recorded image. If inserted disc is not recognized by the Eject and re-insert the disc. DVD Camcorder. Try another disc. The disc is finalized.
ENGLISH Troubleshooting Self Diagnosis Display in Modes Display No memory card! Memory card full! Blinking Slow (M.Cam) - (M.Player) Slow Read error! Slow Write error! Slow Not formatted! Slow No file! - Informs that... There is no Memory Card in the DVD Camcorder. There is not enough memory to record. The DVD Camcorder can not playback. The DVD Camcorder can not record. The Memory Card needs to format. There are no images recorded on the Memory Card. Action Insert a Memory Card.
ENGLISH Troubleshooting If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service center. Symptom You cannot switch the DVD Camcorder on. Explanation/Solution Check the Battery Pack or the AC Power adapter. You have left the DVD Camcorder set to STBY for more than 5 minutes without using it. To turn on the DVD Camcorder, press the [Start/Stop] button. The Battery Pack is fully exhausted. Replace it with the fully charged battery pack.
ENGLISH Troubleshooting Symptom Explanation/Solution (Camera)]. Check the [Power] switch is set to [ There is not enough free space in the disc. Replace the disc with a new one or format the disc. Pressing the [Start/Stop] button Disc was finalized. does not start recording. Make the disc writable to record additional pictures. DVD Camcorder is too hot. Turn off the power and cool it down a while. Disc is not recognized and the The disc is a damaged one. Replace with a new disc. disc cover opens.
ENGLISH Troubleshooting Symptom Explanation/Solution Playback screen interrupted unexpectedly. Check the Power supply (Battery Pack or AC Power Adapter) is properly connected and stable. Cannot play back recorded DVD-RW/+RW/-R/+R DL disc on a DVD player. A disc with data that had been recorded using other devices may not properly work with this DVD Camcorder. Only DVD-RW disc A disc recorded in VR mode cannot be played back using a recorder that does not support VR mode.
ENGLISH Troubleshooting Setting menu items Main Menu Camera Record Memory Disc Manager Display Sub Menu Functions Program AE White Balance Digital Effect 16:9 Wide DIS Digital Zoom Rec Mode AV In/Out Wind Cut Selecting the Program AE Function Setting White Balance Setting the Digital special effect Setting the 16:9 Wide mode Selecting the Digital Image Stabilizing Selecting Digital Zoom Selecting the recording speed Selecting the AV input/output Minimizing wind noise Photo Quality Delete Delete
ENGLISH Troubleshooting Main Menu Sub Menu Functions System Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Shutter Sound USB Connect Language Demonstration Setting the time Using the remote control Setting the Beep sound Setting the Shutter sound Selecting the USB device Selecting the OSD language Demonstration Available Mode Camera Player Mode Mode M.Cam Mode M.Player Mode : SC-DC164/DC165 only ” are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
ENGLISH Specifications Model Name: SC-DC163/DC164/DC165 System Video signal Picture Compression format Audio Compression format Recording Quality Image device Lens Filter diameter LCD Screen/Viewfinder Size/dot number LCD Screen Method Viewfinder Connectors Video output S-video output Audio output USB output External Mic General Power source Power source type Power consumption (Recording) Operating temperature Storage temperature External dimension Weight Internal MIC Remote control (SC-DC164/DC165 only) NTS
ENGLISH Index -A- Function buttons ............................... 15 Accessories ...................................... 13 Add .................................................... 77 AF/MF ............................................... 52 AV In/Out ........................................... 88 -H- Hand Strap ....................................... 19 -I- -B- Information .............................. 68,75,82 Beep Sound ....................................... 32 BLC ..............................
ENGLISH Warranty (SEA users only) SAMSUNG LIMITED WARRANTY SAMSUNG Electronics America Inc. (SEA), warrants that this product is free from defective material and workmanship. SEA further warrants that if product fails to operate properly within the specified warranty period and the failure is due to improper workmanship or defective material, SEA will repair or replace the product at it’s option. All warranty repairs must be performed by a SEA authorized service center.
ENGLISH Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center. Region Country North America Latin America Europe CIS Customer CANADA MEXICO U.S.A ARGENTINE BRAZIL CHILE COSTA RICA ECUADOR EL SALVADOR GUATEMALA JAMAICA PANAMA PUERTO RICO REP. DOMINICA TRINIDAD & TOBAGO VENEZUELA BELGIUM CZECH REPUBLIC DENMARK FINLAND FRANCE GERMANY HUNGARY ITALIA LUXEMBURG NETHERLANDS NORWAY POLAND PORTUGAL SLOVAKIA SPAIN SWEDEN U.
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ENGLISH THIS DVD CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY: If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center Samsung Electronics America, inc. 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) www.samsung.
