User manual SAMSUNG VP-L900

[. . . ] ENGLISH Video Camcorder 8mm COLOUR LCD VP-L900/L906/L907 ST ST ART/ OP SE TIM LF ER DIS PL AY CO U RES NTE ET R WID E Hi ST ILL VP-L900/L906/L907 ZE RET R URO N TE LE Owner's Instruction Book Before operating the unit, please read this instruction book thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. ELECTRONICS This product meets the intent of Directive 89/336 CEE, 73/23 CEE, 93/68 CEE. GB ENGLISH Table of Contents Precautions and Safety Instructions Getting to Know Your Camcorder Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Descriptions I Front View/Side View/Rear View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9, 10, 11 I OSD (On Screen Display) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Accessories Supplied with Camcorder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] I The word "CUSTOM" will be displayed on the LCD at the same time. Example: When the CUSTOM SET is set as follows; CUSTOM SETTING DIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ON D. ZOOM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ON WHITE BAL. . . . . . . . . INDOOR DATE/TIME . . . . . . . . . . DATE/TIME TITLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CONTINUE PROGRAM AE . . . . DSE SELECT . . . . . . SEPIA EXIT: MENU STBY -0:00:03 CUSTOM CUSTOM SETTING DIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ON D. ZOOM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OFF WHITE BAL. . . . . . . . . AUTO D/TIME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OFF TITLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OFF PROGRAM AE . . . . AUTO DSE SELECT . . . . . . OFF EXIT: MENU MENU LCD ADJUST DIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OFF D. ZOOM. . . . . . . . . . . . . OFF WHITE BAL. . . . . . . . AUTO DISPLAY . . . . . . . . . . . . ON LANGUAGE . . . . . . . ENGLISH WL. REMOCON . . ON EXIT: MENU MENU CUSTOM SET CLOCK SET TITLE SET TITLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OFF D/TITLE COLOUR . . WHITE C. RESET. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0:00:00 DEMO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OFF EXIT: MENU Pressing the CUSTOM button, displays 880x SEPIA TITLE CONTINUE 13:00 1. JAN. 2004 7. I The camera will revert to the settings that were set prior to the CUSTOM mode being switched on. Note: I The CUSTOM settings will be stored in the camera (providing a good lithium battery has been installed). 34 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer, VP-L906/L907 only) The DIS function only works in CAMERA mode. DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) is a handshake compensation function that compensates for any shaking or moving of the hand holding the camcorder (within reasonable limits). I Recording small objects close-up I Recording and walking at the same time I Recording through the window of a vehicle 1. Turn the UP/DOWN dialuntil DIS is highlighted. MENU LCD ADJUST DIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OFF D. ZOOM. . . . . . . . . . . . . OFF WHITE BAL. . . . . . . . AUTO DISPLAY . . . . . . . . . . . . ON LANGUAGE . . . . . . . ENGLISH WL. REMOCON . . ON NEXT: MENU MENU LCD ADJUST DIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OFF D. ZOOM. . . . . . . . . . . . . OFF WHITE BAL. . . . . . . . AUTO DISPLAY . . . . . . . . . . . . ON LANGUAGE . . . . . . . ENGLISH WL. REMOCON . . ON NEXT: MENU 4. ) will be displayed MENU LCD ADJUST DIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ON D. ZOOM. . . . . . . . . . . . . OFF WHITE BAL. . . . . . . . AUTO DISPLAY . . . . . . . . . . . . ON LANGUAGE . . . . . . . ENGLISH WL. REMOCON . . ON NEXT: MENU Notes: I It is recommended to deactivate the DIS function when using a tripod. I The MENU ON/OFF function will not operate in EASY mode. 35 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus) The MF/AF function works only in CAMERA mode. In most situations, it is better to use the Automatic Focus feature, as it enables you to concentrate on the creative side of your shooting. Manual focusing may be necessary under certain conditions that make automatic focusing inadequate. Auto Focusing The AF (Auto Focus) mode is set automatically when you switch on the Power switch. If you are inexperienced with camcorders, we recommend that you use the Auto Focus mode. Manual Focusing In the following situations, you should obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually. Apicture containing several objects, some close to the camcorder, others further away. People or objects moving constantly or quickly like an athlete or crowd. 1. Zoom in on the subject to be shot by pushing the ZOOM tab to the "T" side. 36 ENGLISH Advanced Shooting 4. MF icon will disappear. Note: The MF function will not operate in EASY mode. BLC BLC only works in CAMERA mode. Back lighting exists when the subject is darker than the background, such as when: - The subject is placed in front of a window. * BLC off - The person to be shot is wearing white or shiny clotheso be shot is wearing white or shiny clothes and is placed against a bright background; the person's face is too dark to distinguish their features. Note: I BLC function will not operate in P. AE or EASY mode. 37 * BLC on ENGLISH Advanced Shooting PROGRAM AE (Automatic Exposure) The PROGRAM AE function only works in CAMERA mode. [. . . ] This product is not considered to be defective in materials nor workmanship by reason that it requires adaptation in order to conform to national or local technical or safety standards in force in any Country other than the one for which the product was originally designed and manufactured. This warranty will not cover, and no reimbursement will be made for such adaptation nor any damage which may result. This warranty covers none of the following: a) Periodic check ups, maintenance and repair or replacement of parts due to normal wear and tear. b) Cost relating to transport, removal or installation of the product. [. . . ]