ENGLISH Digital Video Camcorder VP-D190MS/D190MSi AF CCD LCD STA STORT/ P Auto Focus DIS PLA Y SEL TIM F ER Charge Coupled Device E STI LL X2 W F.A DV Liquid Crystal Display SAMSUNG Owner’s Instruction Book This product meets the intent of Directive 89/336 CEE, 73/23 CEE, 93/68 CEE. ZER RET O URN TEL SLO Before operating the unit, please read this instruction book thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
ENGLISH Contents Notes and Safety Instructions ..............................................................................................................................
ENGLISH Contents Hints for Stable Image Recording Recording with the LCD monitor Recording with the Viewfinder Adjusting the LCD Using the VIEWFINDER Adjusting the Focus Playing back a tape you have recorded on the LCD Adjusting the LCD during PLAY Controlling Sound from the Speaker 28 28 28 29 30 30 31 32 32 Advanced Recording............................................................................................................................................
ENGLISH Contents Auto Focusing Manual Focusing BLC (Back Light Compensation) Fade In and Out To Start Recording To Stop Recording (use FADE IN / FADE OUT) Audio dubbing Dubbing sound Dubbed Audio Playback PHOTO Image Recording Searching for a PHOTO picture Various Recording Techniques Tape Playback Playback on the LCD Playback on a TV monitor Connecting to a TV which has Audio Video input jacks Connecting to a VCR Playback Various Functions while in VCR mode Playback pause Picture search (Forward/Reverse)
ENGLISH Contents Inserting and ejecting the Memory Stick Inserting the Memory Stick Removing the Memory Stick Structure of folders and files on the Memory Stick Image Format Selecting the image quality Select the image quality Number of images on the Memory Stick Recording Still images to a Memory Stick in M.
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 Camcorder. 1. LCD screen closed. 1 SAMSUNG 2. Standard recording using the LCD screen. 2 90 SAMSUNG 3. Recording when looking at the LCD screen from the top. 4. Recording when looking at the LCD screen from the front. 3 90 4 90 5.
ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notes regarding moisture condensation 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.
ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions Notes regarding the battery pack - 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.
ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions 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). Notes regarding electronic viewfinder 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.
ENGLISH Notes and Safety Instructions 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.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Features • 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.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Accessories Supplied with camcorder Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your digital video camera. Basic Accessories 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 12 1. Lithium Ion Battery pack 2. AC Power Adapter 3. AC cord 4.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Front & Left View 1. Lens 5. TFT LCD monitor 3. Remote Sensor 8. USB Jack 9. DV out (VP-D190MS) DV in/out (VP-D190MSi) 4. Hook for hand strap 7. External MIC in 13. S-Video Jack 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) SAMSUNG 2. Lens Cover 6. Battery Pack 12. DC Jack 11. Earphone Jack 10. Audio/Video 8. USB Jack (see page 73) 9.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Right & Top View 2. Video Light Holder 3. Dual Zoom 8. Internal MIC 6. Photo button 4. Custom.Q button 7. Zoom lever 1. SPEAKER 5. Easy.Q button 9. START/STOP button SAMSUNG 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) 14 7. Zoom lever (See page 43) 8. Internal MIC 9.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Rear & Bottom View 13. RESET 11. Viewfinder 1. LCD open 12. Power switch 2. MENU button 3. MENU DIAL 6. FADE button 4. Battery Release button 5. Charging indicator 8. TAPE Eject switch 9. Function Buttons 7. DISPLAY button 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) 10. Memory Stick Slot 7.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Remote control 1. PHOTO 2. START/STOP 3. SELF TIMER 4. ZERO MEMORY 5. (FF) 6. (REW) 7. (PLAY) START/ STOP SELF TIMER PHOTO ZERO MEMORY DISPLAY WIDE A.DUB 16. DISPLAY 15. Zoom WIDE 14. Zoom TELE TELE 13. A.DUB STILL X2 12. (STILL) 11. (STOP) SLOW 8. X2 9. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 16 (SLOW) PHOTO START/STOP SELF TIMER (see page 19) ZERO MEMORY (see page 70) (FF) (REW) (PLAY) X2 (see page 69) (SLOW) F.ADV 10. Frame Advance 10.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your 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.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder 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 OSD in M.REC mode 32 31 30 S.Q [22/240] CUSTOM MIRROR ...C MEMORY STICK ! BLC SHUTTER EXPOSURE 20:00 1.JUN.
ENGLISH Getting to Know Your 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.
ENGLISH 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.
ENGLISH Preparation Connecting a Power Source There are two types of power source that can be connected to your camcorder. - The AC Power Adapter and AC cord : used for indoor recording. - The Battery Pack : used for outdoor recording. To use the AC Power adapter and DC Cable 1. Connect the AC Power adapter to the AC cord. 4 2. Connect the AC cord to a wall socket. Note ■ The plug and wall socket type may differ according to your resident country. Power Switch 2 3 1 3.
ENGLISH Preparation Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack ✤ The amount of continuous recording time available depends on : - The type and capacity of the battery pack you are using. - How often the Zoom function is used. It is recommended that you have several batteries available. Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack 1. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder. 2. Connect the AC Power adapter to an AC cord and connect the AC cord to a wall socket. 3.
ENGLISH Preparation Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack Table of continuous recording time based on model and battery type. ✤ If you close the LCD screen, it switches off and the CVF switches on automatically. ✤ The continuous recording times given in the table above are approximations. Actual recording time depends on usage. Time Continuous recording time Charging time LCD ON CVF ON SB-L70 Approx. 1hr 30min Approx. 1hr Approx. 1hr 30min SB-L110 Approx. 1hr 40min Approx. 1hr 30min Approx.
ENGLISH Preparation Battery level display • The battery level display indicates the amount of power remaining in the battery pack. a a. b. c. d. e. Fully charged 20~40% used 40~80% used 80~95% used Completely used (flickers) (The camcorder will turn off soon, change the battery as soon as possible) ✤ Please refer to the table on page 23 for approximate continuous recording times. ✤ The recording time is affected by environmental temperature and conditions.
ENGLISH Preparation 2 REV SAMSUNG S.SHOW FWD DELETE 4 SAMSUNG SAMSUNG Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette ✤ There are three types of Mini DV CASSETTE tapes: DVM80, DVM60 and DVM30. ✤ When inserting a tape or closing a cassette holder, do not apply excessive force. This may cause a malfunction. ✤ Do not use any tapes other than Mini DV CASSETTES. 1. Connect a power source and slide the TAPE EJECT switch and open 1 the cassette door. - The cassette holding mechanism rises automatically. 2.
ENGLISH Basic Recording Making your First Recording 1. Connect a Power source to the camcorder. (see page 21) (A battery pack or a AC power adapter) ■ Insert a cassette. (see page 25) 1 2. Remove the LENS CAP and hook it onto the hand strap. 3. Set the power switch to the CAM position. ■ Open the LCD monitor and make sure that STBY is displayed. ■ If the protection tab of the cassette is open, STOP and PROTECTION! will be displayed.
ENGLISH Basic Recording When a cassette is loaded and the camcorder is left in the STBY mode for more than 5 minutes without being used, it will switch off automatically. To use it again, push the START/STOP button or set the Power switch to OFF and then back to CAM. This Auto Power off feature is designed to save battery power. Edit Search ✤ When the camcorder is in STBY mode, you can use record search to play the tape forwards or backwards to find the point where you want to start or resume recording.
ENGLISH Basic Recording Hints for Stable Image Recording While recording, it is very important to hold the camcorder correctly. Fix the LENS cap firmly by clipping it to the hand strap. (refer to the figure) Recording with the LCD monitor 1. Hold the camcorder firmly using the hand strap. 2. Place your right elbow against your side. 3. Place your left hand under or beside the LCD to support and adjust it. Do not touch the built-in microphone. 4.
ENGLISH Basic Recording Adjusting the LCD ✤ Your camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch colour Liquid Crystal Display(LCD) screen, which enables you to view what you are recording or playing back directly. ✤ Depending on the conditions under which you are using the camcorder (indoors or outdoors for example), you can adjust ; ■ BRIGHT SELECT ■ BRIGHT ADJUST ■ COLOUR ADJUST 1. Set the POWER switch to CAM position. ■ In the VCR mode, you may only setup the LCD while the tape is playing. M.P LAY EC M.
ENGLISH Basic Recording 8. Push the MENU DIAL again. ■ You may select NORMAL or SUPER in the BRIGHT SELECT feature and push the MENU DIAL to save the setting. ■ Use the MENU DIAL to adjust the value of BRIGHT ADJUST and COLOUR ADJUST. ■ You can set values for BRIGHT ADJUST between 00 ~ 35 and COLOUR ADJUST between 00 ~ 07. 9. Press the MENU button to finish the setting. Using the VIEWFINDER ✤ The VIEWFINDER will not work when the LCD is open.
ENGLISH Basic Recording Playing back a tape you have recorded on the LCD ✤ You can monitor the playback picture on the LCD monitor. ✤ Make sure that the battery pack is in place. 1. Hold down the Power switch tab and turn it to the VCR position. 1 2. Insert the tape you wish to view. (see page 25) 2 SAMSUNG 3. Open the LCD screen. Adjust the angle of the LCD screen and set the brightness or colour if necessary. 4. Press the (REW) button to rewind the tape to the starting point.
ENGLISH Basic Recording Adjusting the LCD during PLAY ✤ You can adjust the LCD during playback. ✤ The adjustment method is the same procedure as used in CAM mode. (see page 29) Notes regarding thefrom rotation of the LCD screen Controlling Sound the Speaker The Speaker works in VCR mode only. ■ When you use the LCD screen for playback, you can hear the recorded sound from the built-in Speaker. - Follow the instructions below to decrease or mute speaker volume in the VCR mode.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Use of various Functions ● Setting menu items MENU INITIAL CAMERA A/V MEMORY VIEWER SUB MENU CLOCK SET REMOCON BEEP SOUND SHUTTER SOUND DEMONSTRATION PROGRAM AE WHT. BALANCE D. ZOOM EIS DSE SELECT CUSTOM. Q REC MODE PHOTO SEARCH PHOTO COPY AUDIO MODE AUDIO SELECT WIND CUT QUALITY PRINT MARK PROTECT DELETE FORMAT LCD ADJUST DATE/TIME TV DISPLAY ✤ C : CAM MODE ✤ MR : M.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● Availability of functions in each mode Operating Mode Requested Mode D.ZOOM PHOTO Digital special effects O O O O O Digital functions EIS EIS D.ZOOM O PHOTO ✕ ✕ Digital Special Effects O O ✕ O O : The requested mode will work in this operating mode. ✕ : You can not change the requested mode. Notes ■ When a menu item on the LCD is marked with an X, that item cannot be activated.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● CLOCK SET ✤ CLOCK setup works in CAM, VCR, M.REC and M.PLAY modes. ✤ The DATE/TIME is automatically recorded onto a tape. Before recording, please set the DATE/TIME. 1. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. 2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight INITIAL and push the MENU DIAL. CAM MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V MEMORY VIEWER CLOCK SET REMOCON BEEP SOUND SHUT SOUND DEMO 3. Use the MENU DIAL to select CLOCK SET from the submenu. 4. Push the MENU DIAL to enter SETTING mode.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● REMOCON ✤ THE REMOCON function works in CAM, VCR, M.REC, M.PLAY modes. ✤ The REMOCON option allows you to enable or disable the remote control for use with the camcorder. 1. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. 2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight INITIAL and push the MENU DIAL. CAM MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V MEMORY VIEWER CLOCK SET REMOCON BEEP SOUND SHUT SOUND DEMO 3. Use the MENU DIAL to select REMOCON from the submenu. 4.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● BEEP SOUND ✤ THE BEEP SOUND function works in CAM, VCR, M.REC, M.PLAY modes. ✤ Use the MENU to setup the BEEP SOUND function. Select whether or not you want to hear a beep sound whenever you change a setup value. 1. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. 2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight INITIAL and push the MENU DIAL. CAM MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V MEMORY VIEWER CLOCK SET REMOCON BEEP SOUND SHUT SOUND DEMO 3.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● SHUTTER SOUND ✤ You can hear the SHUTTER SOUND only when using the PHOTO function. ✤ Determines whether or not you wish to hear a SHUTTER SOUND when using the DSC feature. 1. Set the camcorder to M.REC mode. M.REC MODE 2. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. INITIAL CAMERA A/V MEMORY VIEWER CLOCK SET REMOCON BEEP SOUND SHUT SOUND DEMO 3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight INITIAL and push the MENU DIAL. 4.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● DEMONSTRATION ✤ Demonstration automatically shows you the major functions that are included with your camcorder so that you may use them more easily. ✤ The DEMONSTRATION function may only be used in the CAM mode without a tape inserted in the camcorder. ✤ The demonstration operates repeatedly until the DEMONSTRATION mode switched OFF. 1. Set the camcorder to CAM mode. 2. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● PROGRAM AE ✤ The PROGRAM AE function works in CAM or M.REC mode only. ✤ The PROGRAM AE mode allows you to adjust shutter speeds and apertures to suit different recording conditions. ✤ The modes you creative control over the depth of field. ■ AUTO mode - Auto balance between the subject and the background. - To be used in normal conditions. - The shutter speed automatically varies from 1/50 to 1/250 per second, depending on the scene.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Setting the PROGRAM AE 1. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. CAM MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V MEMORY VIEWER 2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight CAMERA and push the MENU DIAL. 3. Select PROGRAM AE from the submenu. PROGRAM AE WHT. BALANCE D.ZOOM EIS DSE SELECT CUSTOM 480x 4. Push the MENU DIAL to enter the sub-menu. 5. Using the MENU DIAL, select the PROGRAM AE mode. ■ Push the MENU DIAL to confirm the PROGRAM AE mode. 6. To exit, press the MENU button.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● WHT. BALANCE (WHITE BALANCE) ✤ The WHITE BALANCE function works in CAM or M.REC mode only. ✤ The WHITE BALANCE is a recording function that preserves the unique colour of the object in any recording condition. ✤ You may select the appropriate WHITE BALANCE mode to obtain good quality colour of the image. ■ AUTO ( ) : This mode is generally used to control the WHITE BALANCE automatically. ■ HOLD ( ) :This fixes the current WHITE BALANCE value.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Zooming In and Out with DIGITAL ZOOM ✤ Zoom works in CAM/M.REC mode only. Zooming In and Out ✤ The VP-D190MS/D190MSi model offers a DUAL Zoom system for added convenience. ✤ Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in a scene. For more professional looking recordings, do not use the zoom function too often. ✤ You can zoom using variable zoom speeds. ✤ Use these features for different shots.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Digital Zoom ✤ Zooms more than 12x are performed digitally. ✤ The picture quality may deteriorate depending on how much you zoom in on the subject. ✤ We recommend that you use the EIS feature with DIGITAL ZOOM for picture stability. (see page 45) 1. Set the camcorder to CAM or M.REC mode. CAM MODE 2. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. 3. Turn the MENU DIAL to CAMERA and push the MENU DIAL. INITIAL CAMERA A/V MEMORY VIEWER PROGRAM AE WHT. BALANCE D.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● EIS (Electronic Image Stabilizer) ✤ The EIS function works in CAM/M.REC mode only. ✤ EIS(Electronic Image Stabilizer) is a function that compensates for any shaking or hand movement while holding the camcorder (within reasonable limits). ✤ It provides more stable pictures when: ■ Recording a small object close-up ■ Recording and walking at the same time ■ Recording through the window of a vehicle 1. Set the camcorder to CAM mode. CAM MODE 2. Press the MENU button.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● DSE (Digital Special Effects) SELECT ✤ ✤ ✤ ✤ a The DSE function works in CAM and M.REC mode only. The digital effects enable you to give a creative look to your recording by adding various special effects. Select the appropriate digital effect for the type of picture that you wish to record and the effect you wish to create. There are 9 DSE modes. ART mode This mode gives the images a coarse effect. a b c d e f g h b.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Selecting an effect 1. Set the camcorder to CAM mode. 2. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. CAM MODE INITIAL CAMERA A/V MEMORY VIEWER 3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight CAMERA and push the MENU DIAL. PROGRAM AE WHT. BALANCE D.ZOOM EIS DSE SELECT CUSTOM 480x 4. Select DSE SELECT from the submenu. 5. Push the MENU DIAL to enter the sub-menu. 6. Using MENU DIAL, select the DSE mode. ■ Push the MENU DIAL to confirm the DSE mode.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● CUSTOM.Q ✤ You can customize settings and save them for future use. ■ The CUSTOM.Q function operates in the CAM and M.REC mode. ✤ If you want to use the CUSTOM.Q function (see page 58) correctly, set the status of each item as desired before using the CUSTOM.Q function. ✤ You can set and store the following items: ■ PROGRAM AE, WHT.BALANCE, D.ZOOM, EIS, DSE SELECT 1. Set the power switch to CAM mode. 2. Press the MENU button. ■ The MENU list will appear.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● REC MODE ✤ The REC MODE function works in both CAM and VCR modes. ✤ This camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard play) mode and in LP (long play) mode. ■ SP (standard play): This mode permits 60 minutes of recording time with a DVM60 tape. ■ LP (long play): This mode permits 90 minutes of recording time with a DVM60 tape. 1. Set the camcorder to CAM or VCR mode. 2. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. 3.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● AUDIO MODE ✤ The AUDIO MODE function works in CAM and VCR modes. ✤ This camcorder can record sound on a tape in two audio modes (12 bit, 16 bit). ■ 12bit : You can record two 12bit stereo sound tracks. The original stereo sound can be recorded onto the MAIN (SOUND1) track. Additional stereo sound can be dubbed onto the SUB (SOUND2) track. ■ 16bit : You can record one high quality stereo sound using the 16bit recording mode. Audio dubbing is not possible when using this mode. 1.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● WIND CUT ✤ The WIND CUT function works in CAM and VCR modes. ✤ The WIND CUT function minimizes wind noise or other noise while recording. - When the wind cut is on, some low sounds are eliminated along with the sound of the wind. 1. Set the camcorder to CAM mode. CAM MODE 2. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. INITIAL CAMERA A/V MEMORY VIEWER 3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight A/V and push the MENU DIAL.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording ● DATE/TIME ✤ The DATE/TIME function works in CAM, VCR, M.REC and M.PLAY modes. ✤ The date and time are automatically recorded on a special data area of the tape. 1. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. 2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight VIEWER and push the MENU DIAL. 3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight DATE/TIME. 4. Push the MENU DIAL to select the sub-menu. 5. Using the MENU DIAL, select the DATE/TIME mode.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording TV DISPLAY ✤ The TV DISPLAY function works in CAM, VCR, M.REC, M.PLAY modes. ✤ You can select the output path of the OSD (On Screen Display). ■ OFF: The OSD appears in the LCD screen only. ■ ON: The OSD appears in the LCD screen, CVF and TV hooked up to the camcorder. ■ Use the DISPLAY button located at the rear of the camcorder to turn ON/OFF all of the OSD displayed on the LCD/CVF/TV. 1. Set the camcorder to CAM, VCR, M.REC, M.PLAY mode. 2. Press the MENU button.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Using Quick Menu ✤ Quick menu is available only in CAM or M.REC mode. ✤ Quick menu is used to adjust camera functions by simply using the MENU DIAL. This feature is useful for when you want to make simple adjustments without having to access the menus and submenus. ■ DATE/TIME - Each time you select DATE/TIME and press the MENU DIAL, it’ll be displayed in the order of DATE - TIME - DATE/TIME - OFF(See page 52).
ENGLISH Advanced Recording ■ WHT. BALANCE(see page 42) - Each time you select WHT. BALANCE and press the MENU DIAL, you can choose between preset WHT.BALANCE values and AUTO. As in PROGRAM AE, you can't choose between Auto and WHT.BALANCE values it they have not been preset. ■ SHUTTER SPEED & EXPOSURE - You can set values for SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE by selecting ( the MENU DIAL. For more information, see the next chapter. ) icon and pressing Setting the Quick menu 1. Set the camcorder to CAM mode.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording SHUTTER SPEED & EXPOSURE ✤ You can set SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE only in CAM/M.REC mode. ✤ SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE values can only be set in the Quick Menu. ✤ SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE are automatically switched and/or deactivated. 1. Set the power switch to CAM mode. 2 Turn the MENU DIAL until you see icon on, and then press the MENU DIAL. ■ You see a screen on which you can select SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording EASY Mode (for Beginners) ✤ The EASY mode allows a beginner to make good recordings easily. ■ The EASY mode operates in CAM and M.REC mode. 1. Set the power switch to CAM mode. 2. By pressing the EASY button, all functions on the camera will be set to off and the recording settings will be set to the following basic modes: ■ Battery level, recording mode, counter, DATE/TIME, and EIS ( ) will be displayed. ■ The word “EASY.Q” will appear on the LCD at the same time.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording CUSTOM Mode ✤ You can customize settings and save them for future use. ■ The CUSTOM SET function operates in CAM and M.REC mode only. ✤ Please set the custom settings before using this function. (see page 48) 1. Set the power switch to CAM mode. 2. To activate the CUSTOM function, press the CUSTOM button. ■ “CUSTOM.Q” will be displayed on the screen. CUSTOM 3. Press START/STOP to start recording. ■ Recording will begin using the CUSTOM settings. 4.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus) ✤ The MF/AF function works in CAM and M.REC mode only. ✤ 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 and/or unreliable. Auto Focusing ✤ If you are inexperienced in the use of camcorders, we recommend that you use Auto Focus. Manual Focusing 1.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording BLC (Back Light Compensation) ✤ BLC works in CAM/M.REC mode. ✤ 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. ■ The subject is against a snowy background.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Fade In and Out ✤ The FADE function works in CAM mode only. ✤ You can give your recordings a professional look by using special effects such as fading in at the beginning of a sequence or fading out at the end of a sequence. ➔ REV ME ME M/P To Start Recording 1. Before recording, hold down the FADE button. The picture and sound gradually disappear (fade out). 2. Press the START/STOP button and at the same time release the FADE button.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Audio dubbing USB DY SAMSUNG Dubbing Sound 1. Set the camcorder to VCR mode. ■ If you want to use an external microphone, connect the microphone to the external MIC input jack on the camcorder. ■ When you wish to dub using the External A/V input, connect the AUDIO /VIDEO cable to the camcorder by inserting the cable jack into the A/V in/out terminal on the left side of the camcorder. 2. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button and find the time frame of the scene to be dubbed. 3.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Dubbed audio Playback 1. Insert the dubbed tape and press MENU button. 2. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight A/V. 3. Push the MENU DIAL to enter the sub-menu. 4. Use the MENU DIAL to select AUDIO SELECT from the submenu. 5. Push the MENU DIAL to enter the sub-menu. 6. Using the MENU DIAL, select the AUDIO playback channel. ■ Push the MENU DIAL to confirm the audio playback channel. - SOUND1 : play the original sound. - SOUND2 : play the dubbed sound.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording PHOTO Image Recording 1. Press the PHOTO Button lightly (about halfway down) and hold it. ■ The still picture appears on the LCD monitor. ■ If you do not wish to record, simply release the pressure from the button. 2. Press the PHOTO button fully down. ■ The still picture is recorded for about 6~7 seconds. 3. After the PHOTO has been recorded, the camcorder returns to STBY mode. 1 2 Searching for a PHOTO picture ✤ You can search for the recorded still image recorded on tape.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Various Recording Techniques ✤ In some situations different recording techniques may be required for more dramatic results. Note ■ Please rotate the LCD screen carefully as excessive rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD screen to the Camcorder. 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.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Tape Playback ✤ The playback function works in VCR mode only. Playback on the LCD ✤ It is practical to view a tape using the LCD in a car or outdoors. Video inputYellow Audio input (left)-White TV Playback on a TV monitor ✤ To play back a tape, the television must have a compatible colour system. ✤ We recommend that you use the AC Power Adapter as the power source for the camcorder. Connecting to a TV which has Audio/Video input jacks 1.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Connecting to a VCR ✤ You can connect your camcorder to a TV which has no Audio and Video input jacks through a VCR. 1. Connect the camcorder and VCR with the Audio/Video cable. ■ The yellow plug : Video ■ The white plug : Audio(L) ■ The red plug : Audio(R) - STEREO only 2. Connect a TV to the VCR. 3. Set the power switch on the camcorder to VCR mode. 4. Turn on both the TV and VCR. ■ Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Various Functions while in VCR mode ✤ The PLAY/STILL, STOP, FWD, REW buttons are located on the camcorder and the Remote Control. ✤ The F.ADV(Frame advance), X2, SLOW buttons are located on the Remote Control only. ✤ To prevent tape and head-drum wear, your camcorder will automatically stop if it is left in STILL or SLOW modes for more than 5 minutes. Playback pause ✤ Press the (PLAY/STILL) button during Playback or Slow playback.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording Frame advance (To play back frame by frame) ✤ Press the F.ADV button on the Remote Control while in Still mode. The F.ADV function works in still mode only. ✤ To resume normal playback, press the (PLAY/STILL) button. ✤ If you want to play the tape in reverse by one frame, pause the video tape by pushing the STILL button and change the direction into the reverse with STILL button again. Then push the F.ADV button on the remote control to resume frame by frame playback.
ENGLISH Advanced Recording ZERO MEMORY ✤ The MEMORY function works in both CAM and VCR modes. ✤ You can mark a point on a tape that you want to return to following playback. 1. Press the ZERO MEMORY button on the Remote Control during playback or recording at the point you wish to return to. ■ The time code is changed to a tape counter that is set to zero memory with the M 0:00:00(Zero memory indicator) ■ If you want to cancel the zero memory function, press the ZERO MEMORY button again. 2.
ENGLISH IEEE 1394 Data Transfer Transferring IEEE1394 (i.LINK)-DV standard data connections Connecting to a DV device ✤ Connecting with other DV standard products. ■ A standard DV connection is quite simple. If a product has a DV port, you can transfer data by connecting to the DV port using the correct cable. !!! Please be careful since there are two types of DV ports, (4pin, 6pin). This camcorder has a 4pin terminal.
ENGLISH IEEE 1394 Data Transfer ● System requirements ■ ■ ■ ■ CPU : faster Intel® Pentium IIITM 450Mhz compatible. Operating system : Windows® 98SE, ME, XP, Mac OS Main memory : more than 64 MB RAM IEEE1394 add-on card or built in IEEE1394 card Recording with a DV connection cable (VP-D190MSi only) 1. Set the power switch to VCR mode. 2. Connect the DV cable (not supplied) from the DV IN/OUT port of the camcorder to the DV IN/OUT port of the other DV device. ■ Make sure that DV IN appears on the screen.
ENGLISH USB interface ● Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection ✤ You can easily transfer a still image from a camera, tape, memory to a PC without additional add-on cards via a USB connection. ✤ You can transfer an image to a PC via a USB connection. ✤ If you transfer data to a PC, you need to install the software (Driver, Editing software) supplied with the camcorder.
ENGLISH USB interface Installing DVC Media 4.0 Program ✤ Do not connect the camcorder to PC before installing the program. ✤ If another camera or scanner is connected, please disconnect it in advance. ✤ This explanation is based on Windows® 98SE OS. Program installation 1. Insert the software CD into CD-ROM drive. - Installation selection screen appears in the monitor. 2. If the installation selection screen does not appear after inserting a CD, click “Run” on the Windows “Start” menu and execute SETUP.
ENGLISH USB interface Install the USB Software (DVC media 4.0™) 6. 4. Repeat steps 1~3. 5. When you see the Start window, click “DVC media 4.0™” to continue installation. 6. Select a language and click “OK”. 7. When the dialogue box appears, click the “NEXT” button. 7. 8. Choose the Destination Folder: ■ To install to default folder, click “NEXT” ■ To install to different folder, click “ Browse” and select another folder. 9. Click the “NEXT” button. 10.Files are copied to selected folder. 11.
ENGLISH USB interface Connecting to a PC 1. Connect a USB cable to the USB port on the PC. 2. Connect the other end of the USB cable into the proper terminal on the camcorder. (USB jack) Notes ■ ■ If you disconnect the USB cable from the PC or the camcorder while transferring, the data transmission will stop and the data may be damaged. If you connect the USB cable to a PC via a USB HUB or simultaneously connect the USB cable along with other USB devices, the camcorder may not work properly.
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Memory Stick ✤ The Memory Stick stores and manages still images recorded by the camera. Memory Stick Functions ✤ Recording still images ✤ Viewing still images 3 ways ■ Single ■ Slide show ■ Multi screen ✤ Protecting images against accidental erasure ✤ Deleting images recorded on a Memory Stick ✤ Print marking still images ✤ Formatting a Memory Stick Terminal Protection tab Notes ■ ■ ■ ■ You can use most of the camera’s functions when recording to the Memory Stick.
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Inserting and removing the Memory Stick ● Inserting Memory Stick 1. Turn the Power switch to OFF. 2. Insert the Memory Stick into the Memory Stick slot located on the camcorder, in the direction of the arrow. ● Removing the Memory Stick 1. Turn the Power switch to OFF. 2. Remove the Memory Stick by pushing the card in and letting it spring out. ✤ Do not attempt to pull the Memory Stick out without first pushing it in.
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Structure of folders and files on the Memory Stick ✤ The still images that you recorded are saved in JPEG file format on the Memory Stick. ✤ Each file has a file number and all files are assigned to a folder. ■ A file number from DCAM0001 to DCAM9999 is sequentially assigned to each recorded image. ■ Each folder is numbered from 100SSDVC to 999SSDVC and recorded on the Memory Stick. Image Format DCIM 100 SSDVC DCAM 0001 DCAM 0002 .. ..
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Selecting the image quality ✤ You can select the quality of a still image to be recorded. Select the image quality 1. Set the power switch on the M.REC or VCR mode. 2. Press the MENU button. ■ The menu list will appear. 3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight MEMORY. 4. Push the MENU DIAL to enter the sub-menu. 5. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight QUALITY in the submenu. 6. Push the MENU DIAL. 7. Using the MENU DIAL, select the image quality.
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Recording Still images to a Memory Stick in M.REC Mode. M. RE C ✤ You cannot record moving pictures onto a Memory Stick. ✤ Audio cannot be recorded onto the Memory Stick. M.PL AY Recording images to a Memory Stick. 1. Set the power switch to M.REC. M.REC Mode 2. Press the PHOTO button lightly(about halfway down) and hold it. ■ If you do not wish to record, release the pressure from the button. 3. Press the PHOTO button fully down.
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Recording an image from a cassette as a still image. ✤ You can record still image from a cassette onto a Memory Stick. ✤ If you want to recorded multiple still images from a cassette to a Memory Stick, use the COPY function. 1. Set the power switch to VCR mode. 2. Play back the cassette. 3. Press the PHOTO button lightly (about halfway down), when the image you want to record appears. ■ The tape is set to play back pause (STILL) mode.
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Viewing Still images ✤ You can playback and view still images recorded on the Memory Stick. ✤ There are 3 ways to view recorded images. ■ Single : To view an image frame by frame. ■ Slide show : To view all images automatically and in consecutive order. ■ Multi screen: To view 6 images at once. To view a Single image 1. Set the power switch to M.PLAY mode. ■ The last recorded image appears.
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode To view the Multi Screen 1. Set the power switch to M.PLAY. ■ The last recorded image appears. 2. Press the PHOTO button to view 6 images on a single screen. ■ A selection mark ( ) appears under the image. ■ Turn the MENU DIAL downwards to go the previous image and upwards to go to the next image. ■ Jump to the next/previous multi screen with the (FWD) or (REV) buttons. 3. Press the PHOTO button. ■ The image you have marked fills the whole display.
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Copying still images from a cassette to Memory Stick ✤ You can copy still images with PHOTO function on a cassette onto a Memory Stick. 1. Set the power switch to the VCR mode. VCR MODE 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight A/V and push the MENU DIAL. ■ The submenu will appear. 4. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight PHOTO COPY and push the MENU DIAL. ■ All still images that recorded on a cassette will be copied to a Memory Stick.
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Marking images for printing ✤ This camcorder supports the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) print format. ✤ You can automatically print images recorded on a Memory Stick with a printer supporting DPOF. ✤ There are 2 ways to make a PRINT MARK. ■ THIS FILE : You can set a print mark on the photo image displayed on the LCD. ■ ALL FILES : To print 1 copy each of all of the stored images. 1. Set the power switch to M.PLAY mode ■ The last recorded image appears. 2.
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Protection from accidental erasure ✤ You can protect important images from accidental erasure. ■ If you execute FORMAT, all images including protected images will be erased. 1. Set the power switch to M.PLAY mode. ■ The last recorded image appears. ■ If there are no recorded images on the Memory Stick, NO STORED IMAGE! and 2. Using the (FWD) and will display on the screen. (REV) buttons, search for the still image that you want to protect. 3. Press the MENU button. 4.
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Deleting Still images ✤ You can erase the still images recorded on the Memory Stick. ✤ 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 power switch to M.PLAY mode 2. Using the (FWD) and (REV) buttons, search for the still image that you want to delete. 3. Press the MENU button. 4. Turn the MENU DIAL to highlight MEMORY and push the MENU DIAL.
ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode Formatting the Memory Stick ✤ You can use the MEMORY FORMAT functions to completely delete all images and options on the Memory Stick , including protected images. ✤ The format function restores the Memory Stick to its initial state. ✤ The Memory Stick supplied with this camcorder has been formatted already. Attention ✤ If you execute the MEMORY FORMAT function, all images will be erased completely and erased images cannot be recovered. 1. Set the power switch to M.
ENGLISH Maintenance After finishing a recording ✤ At the end of a recording, you must remove the power source. ✤ When recording with a Lithium Ion Battery Pack, leaving the pack on the camcorder can reduce the life span of the battery. Hence, it should be removed. After completing a recording session 1. Slide the TAPE EJECT switch in the direction of the arrow. ■ Opening the cassette door ejects the tape automatically. ■ Please wait while the tape is completely ejected. 1 2 REV S.SHOW FWD 3.
ENGLISH Maintenance Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder Cleaning the VIEWFINDER 1 2 SAMSUNG 1. Pull the VIEWFINDER out. 2. As shown in the illustration, press the fix button located on the left side of the camcorder section adjacent to the VIEWFINDER with a sharp object and pull the VIEWFINDER out. 3. Clean the VIEWFINDER lens and the lens on the camcorder with a soft cotton swab. 4. Once the cleaning is completed, place the VIEWFINDER back on to the camcorder.
ENGLISH Maintenance Using Your Camcorder Abroad ✤ Each country or region has its own electric and colour systems. ✤ Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following items. Power sources ■ You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC Power Adapter within 100V to 240V, 50/60 Hz. ■ Use a commercially available AC plug Adapter, if necessary, depending on the design of the local wall outlet. Colour system ■ You can view your recording in the viewfinder.
ENGLISH Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ✤ Before contacting a Samsung authorized service centre, perform the following simple checks. They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call. Self Diagnosis Display Display Blinking Informs that... Action slow the battery pack is almost discharged. Change to a charged one. TAPE END! slow When the remaining time on the tape is about 2 minutes. Prepare a new one. TAPE END! no the tape reached its end. Change to a new one.
ENGLISH Troubleshooting Self Diagnosis Display in M.REC/M.PLAY mode Display 94 Blinking Informs that... Action MEMORY STICK! slow There no Memory Stick in the Insert a Memory Stick. camcorder. MEMORY FULL! slow There is not enough memory to record. Change to a new Memory Stick or erase recorded image. NO STORED IMAGE! slow There are no images recorded on the Memory Stick. Record new images. WRITE PROTECT! slow The Memory Stick is record protected.
ENGLISH Troubleshooting ✤ If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service centre. Symptom Explanation/Solution You cannot switch the camcorder on Check the battery pack or the AC Power Adapter. START/STOP button does not operate while recording Check the POWER switch is set to CAM. You have reached the end of the cassette. Check the record protection tab on the cassette. The camcorder goes off automatically.
ENGLISH Specifications Model name: VP-D190MS/D190MSi System Video signal Video recording system Audio recording system Usable cassette Tape speed Tape recording time FF/REW time Image device Lens Filter diameter LCD monitor/Viewfinder Size/dot number LCD monitor Method Viewfinder Connectors Video output S-video output Audio output DV input/output USB output External mic General Power source Power source type Power consumption (Recording) Operating temperature Storage temperature External dimension Weight B
ENGLISH INDEX -AAccessories ................................................................................ 12 Audio dubbing ............................................................................. 62 AUDIO MODE ............................................................................ 50 -BBattery Pack ............................................................................... 22 BEEP .......................................................................................... 37 BLC ............
ENGLISH Power Sources (United Kingdom Only) The mains lead on the power adapter is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse. The value of the fuse is indicated on the pin face of the plug and, if it requires replacing, a fuse approved to BS1362 of the same rating must be used. Never use the plug with the fuse cover omitted if the cover is detachable. If a replacement fuse cover is required, it must be of the same colour as the pin face of the plug.
ENGLISH THIS CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY: ELECTRONICS *Samsung Electronics’ Internet Home Page http://www.samsungelectronics.co.