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Samsung SC-D530 Owner's Instruction Book

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Digital Video Camcorder
SCD530/D590
SCD530T/D590T
AF
Auto Focus
CCD
Charge Coupled Device
LCD
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
ENGLISH
ELECTRONICS

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  • Page 1 Digital Video Camcorder SCD530/D590 SCD530T/D590T 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 ENGLISH ELECTRONICS...

  • Page 2: Notices And Safety Instructions

    ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions Safety Instructions 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. To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot and fully insert.
  • Page 3 Notices and Safety Instructions 9. 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. Never place your CAMCORDER on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface: on or near a radiator or heat register.
  • Page 4 ENGLISH Notices and Safety Instructions 14. LIGHTNING: For added protection of this CAMCORDER during a lightning storm o 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.
  • Page 5 Notices and Safety Instructions NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    ENGLISH Contents Notes and Safety Instructions ... 6 Notes regarding the rotation of the LCD screen... 6 Notes regarding moisture condensation... 7 Notes regarding Camcorder... 7 Notes regarding the battery pack... 8 Notes regarding the Video Head Cleaning ... 8 Note regarding the LENS ...
  • Page 7 Contents Hints for Stable Image Recording ... 29 Recording with the LCD monitor ... 29 Recording with the Viewfinder ... 29 Adjusting the LCD ... 30 Using the VIEWFINDER ... 31 Adjusting the Focus ... 31 Playing back a tape you have recorded on the LCD ... 32 Adjusting the LCD during PLAY ...
  • Page 8 ENGLISH Contents BLC (Back Light Compensation) ... 64 Fade In and Out ... 65 To Start Recording ... 65 To Stop Recording (use FADE IN / FADE OUT) ... 65 Audio dubbing ... 66 Dubbing sound ... 66 Dubbed Audio Playback ... 67 PHOTO Image Recording ...
  • Page 9 Contents Inserting and Removing the Memory Stick ... 87 Inserting the Memory Stick ... 87 Removing the Memory Stick ... 87 Structure of folders and files on the Memory Stick ... 88 Image Format ... 88 Selecting the image quality ... 89 Select the image quality ...

  • Page 10: Notes And Safety Instructions

    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.

  • Page 11: Notes Regarding Moisture Condensation

    Notes and Safety Instructions Notes regarding COPYRIGHT Television programs, video tapes, DVD titles, films, and other program materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized copying of copyrighted material may be against the law. 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.

  • Page 12: Notes Regarding The Battery Pack

    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.

  • Page 13: Note Regarding The Lens

    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 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.

  • Page 14: Precautions Regarding The Lithium Battery

    When this occurs, connect the camcorder to power to fully recharge the built-in lithium battery. If the same problem occurs with a fully recharged battery, contact a Samsung authorized Service Center to replace the battery. Precautions regarding the external lithium battery for the remote control Warning: Keep the LITHIUM BATTERY(Remote Control) out of reach of children.

  • Page 15: Getting To Know Your Camcorder

    Getting to Know Your Camcorder Features • Digital data transfer function with IEEE1394 By incorporating the IEEE 1394 (i.LINK™ : i.LINK is a serial data transfer protocol and interconnectivity system, used to transmit DV data) high speed data transport port, both moving and still images can be transferred to a PC, making it possible to produce or edit various images.

  • Page 16: Accessories Supplied With Camcorder

    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. Multi-AV cable (AUDIO/VIDEO/S-VIDEO) 5.

  • Page 17: Front & Left View

    Getting to Know Your Camcorder Front & Left View 1. Lens 3. Remote Sensor 12. Infrared light 7. REC Lamp 9. Earphone Jack 10. Multi-AV Jack 11. DC Jack 2. Lens Cover 1. Lens 2. Lens Cover 3. Remote Sensor 4.

  • Page 18: Right & Top View

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Right & Top View 9. Smart Shoe 2. External MIC in 1. SPEAKER 14. Focus Adjustment Knob 10. MEMORY STICK/ TAPE select switch (SCD590/D590T only) 11. Memory Stick slot (SCD590/D590T only) 1. SPEAKER 2. External MIC in 3.

  • Page 19: Rear & Bottom View

    Getting to Know Your Camcorder Rear & Bottom View 10. RESET 1. LCD open 3. MENU selector (MENU SELECT/VOLUME) 2. MENU button 1. LCD open 2. MENU button (see page 34) 3. MENU selector (MENU SELECT/VOLUME) (see page 34) 4. Battery Release button (see page 99) 5.

  • Page 20: Remote Control

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder Remote control 1. START/STOP 2. PHOTO (STILL) (REW/RPS) (PLAY) 6. A.DUB (STOP) 1. START/STOP 2. PHOTO (STILL) (REW/RPS) (PLAY) 6. AUDIO DUBBING (see page 66) (STOP) 12. Zoom TELE (CAMERA mode) / F.ADV( 11. Zoom WIDE (CAMERA mode) / F.ADV( 10.

  • Page 21: Osd (On Screen Display In Camera And Player Modes)

    Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display in CAMERA and PLAYER modes) 1. Battery level (see page 22) 2. Custom or Easy mode (see pages 61, 62) 3. DSE (Digital Special Effects) mode (see page 48) 4. Program AE (see page 42) 5.

  • Page 22: Osd (On Screen Display In M.rec And M.play Modes)

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Camcorder OSD (On Screen Display in M.REC/M.PLAY modes) These items are available on model SCD590/D590T only. 30.Folder number-file number (see page 88) 31.Image counter - Current still image/Total number of recordable still images. 32.CARD indicator 33.Image recording and loading indicator 34.Quality (see page 89) 35.ERASE PROTECTION indicator (see page 96)

  • Page 23: Preparation

    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.

  • Page 24: Using The Lithium Ion Battery Pack

    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.

  • Page 25: Table Of Continuous Recording Time Based On Model And Battery Type

    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.

  • Page 26: Battery Level Display

    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 (flickers) (The camcorder will turn off soon, change the battery as soon as possible) Please refer to the table on page 21 for approximate continuous recording times.

  • Page 27: Inserting And Ejecting A Cassette

    Preparation Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette 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 (on the bottom of the camcorder) and open the cassette door.

  • Page 28: Adjusting The Hand Grip

    ENGLISH Preparation Adjusting the Hand Grip It is very important to ensure that the Hand Grip has been correctly adjusted before you begin your recording. The hand grip 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.

  • Page 29: Ejecting The Tape When The Hand Grip Is Attached

    Preparation Ejecting the tape when the Hand Grip is attached 1. Turn the Grip Cover down. 2. Press the holder lever down to release the holder. 3. Stand the screw lever for the unlocking, and loose the screw a little. 4.

  • Page 30: How To Use The Remote Control

    ENGLISH Preparation 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 –...

  • Page 31: Basic Recording

    Basic Recording Making your First Recording 1. Connect a Power source to the camcorder. (see page 19) (A battery pack or a AC power adapter) Insert a cassette. (see page 23) 2. Remove the LENS CAP and hook it onto the hand grip. 3.

  • Page 32: Rec Search

    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 CAMERA. This Auto Power off feature is designed to save battery power.

  • Page 33: Hints For Stable Image Recording

    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 grip. (refer to the figure) Recording with the LCD monitor 1. Hold the camcorder firmly using the hand grip. 2.

  • Page 34: Adjusting The Lcd

    ENGLISH Basic Recording Adjusting the LCD Your camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch color 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 COLOR ADJUST...

  • Page 35: Using The Viewfinder

    Basic Recording 8. Push the MENU SELECTOR again. You may select NORMAL, SUPER or BACK LIGHT push the MENU SELECTOR to save the setting. - When you use the LCD BACK LIGHT mode in a dark place or indoor, it’s difficult for you to view the image (SCD530/D590 only).

  • Page 36: Playing Back A Tape You Have Recorded On The Lcd

    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 PLAYER position. The Function button indicator light up blue.

  • Page 37: Adjusting The Lcd During Play

    Basic Recording Adjusting the LCD during PLAY You can adjust the LCD during playback. The adjustment method is the same procedure as used in CAMERA mode. (see page 30) Controlling Sound from the Speaker The Speaker works in PLAYER mode only. When you use the LCD screen for playback, you can hear the recorded sound from the built-in Speaker.

  • Page 38: Advanced Recording

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Use of various Functions Setting menu items MENU SUB MENU MODE switch INITIAL CLOCK SET C/P/MR/MP REMOCON C/P/MR/MP REC LAMP BEEP SOUND C/P/MR/MP SHUTTER SOUND P/MR DEMONSTRATION CAMERA PROGRAM AE C/MR WHT. BALANCE C/MR D. ZOOM C/MR C/MR DSE SELECT C/MR...

  • Page 39: Availability Of Functions In Each Mode

    Advanced Recording Availability of functions in each mode Requested Digital Digital functions Mode Operating special D.ZOOM PHOTO effects Mode D.ZOOM PHOTO Digital Special Effects NITE PIX O : The requested mode will work in this operating mode. : You can not change the requested mode. q : The operating mode will be released and the requested mode will work.

  • Page 40: Clock Set

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording CLOCK SET CLOCK setup works in CAMERA, PLAYER, 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. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight INITIAL and push the MENU SELECTOR. 3.

  • Page 41: Remocon

    Advanced Recording REMOCON The REMOCON function works in CAMERA, PLAYER, 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.

  • Page 42: Rec Lamp

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording REC LAMP The REC LAMP function works in CAMERA mode only. The REC LAMP lets you know that the camcorder is recording or counting down for the self-timer. You can turn the REC indicator on or off during recording. 1.

  • Page 43: Beep Sound

    Advanced Recording BEEP SOUND THE BEEP SOUND function works in CAMERA, PLAYER, 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.

  • Page 44: Shutter Sound (Scd590/D590T Only)

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording SHUTTER SOUND (SCD590/D590T only) You can hear SHUTTER SOUND only when the PHOTO function is working. Determines whether or not you wish to hear a SHUTTER SOUND when using the DSC feature. 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK. 2.

  • Page 45: Demonstration

    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 CAMERA mode without a tape inserted in the camcorder. The demonstration operates repeatedly until the DEMONSTRATION mode switched OFF.

  • Page 46: Program Ae

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording PROGRAM AE The PROGRAM AE function works in CAMERA or M.REC mode only. 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. AUTO mode - Auto balance between the subject and the background.

  • Page 47: Setting The Program Ae

    Advanced Recording Setting the PROGRAM AE 1. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear. 2. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight CAMERA and push the MENU SELECTOR. 3. Select PROGRAM AE from the submenu. 4. Push the MENU SELECTOR to enter the sub-menu. 5.

  • Page 48: Wht. Balance (White Balance)

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording WHT. BALANCE (WHITE BALANCE) The WHITE BALANCE function works in CAMERA or M.REC mode only. The WHITE BALANCE is a recording function that preserves the unique color of the object in any recording condition. You may select the appropriate WHITE BALANCE mode to obtain good quality color of the image. AUTO ( ) : This mode is generally used to control the WHITE BALANCE automatically.

  • Page 49: Zooming In And Out With Digital Zoom

    Advanced Recording Zooming In and Out with DIGITAL ZOOM Zoom works in CAMERA/M.REC mode only. Zooming In and Out 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.

  • Page 50: Digital Zoom

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Digital Zoom More than 10x zoom is achieved 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 47) 1.

  • Page 51: Eis (Electronic Image Stabilizer)

    Advanced Recording EIS (Electronic Image Stabilizer) The EIS function works in CAMERA/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...

  • Page 52: Dse(Digital Special Effects) Select

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording DSE(Digital Special Effects) SELECT The DSE function works in CAMERA 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.

  • Page 53: Selecting An Effect

    Advanced Recording Selecting an effect 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the MENU button. The menu list will appear. 3. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight CAMERA and push the MENU SELECTOR. 4. Select DSE SELECT from the submenu. 5.

  • Page 54: Flash Select

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording FLASH SELECT The FLASH SELECT function works in CAMERA and M.REC mode. To use the FLASH SELECT function, attach the VL-S1FL Video Light/Flash (optional) to the camcorder’s Smart Shoe and set the VL-S1FL to FLASH mode. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2.

  • Page 55: Custom.q

    Advanced Recording CUSTOM.Q You can customize settings and save them for future use. The CUSTOM.Q function operates in the CAMERA and M.REC mode. If you want to use the CUSTOM.Q function (see page 62) correctly, set the status of each item as desired before using the CUSTOM.Q function.

  • Page 56: Rec Mode

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording REC MODE The REC MODE function works in both CAMERA and PLAYER 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.

  • Page 57: Line In Select

    Advanced Recording LINE IN SELECT The LINE IN SELECT function works in PLAYER mode. You can select the input signal (VIDEO or S-VIDEO) when you want to record in PLAYER mode. (see page 77) 1. Set the camcorder to PLAYER mode. 2.

  • Page 58: Audio Mode

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording AUDIO MODE The AUDIO MODE function works in CAMERA and PLAYER modes. This camcorder can record sound on a tape in two audio modes. 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.

  • Page 59: Wind Cut

    Advanced Recording WIND CUT The WIND CUT function works in CAMERA and PLAYER 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.

  • Page 60: Date/Time

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording DATE/TIME The DATE/TIME function works in CAMERA, PLAYER, 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.

  • Page 61: Display

    Advanced Recording DISPLAY The DISPLAY function works in CAMERA, PLAYER, 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, CVF only. - In CAMERA mode: The STBY, REC, EASY.Q and CUSTOM.Q appear even when the DISPLAY is turned OFF. The Function input is displayed for 3 seconds then turned off.

  • Page 62: Using Quick Menu

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Using Quick Menu Quick menu is available in CAMERA and M.REC mode. Quick menu is used to adjust camera functions by simply using the MENU SELECTOR button. 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 SELECTOR, it will be displayed in the order of DATE - TIME - DATE/TIME - OFF(See page 56).

  • Page 63: Setting The Quick Menu

    Advanced Recording FOCUS (see page 63) - Each time you select FOCUS and press the MENU SELECTOR, it will be displayed in the order of M.FOCUS( )-AUTO( SHUTTER SPEED & EXPOSURE - You can set values for SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE by selecting ( For more information, see the next chapter.

  • Page 64: Shutter Speed & Exposure

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording SHUTTER SPEED & EXPOSURE You can set SHUTTER SPEED and EXPOSURE in CAMERA/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 CAMERA mode. 2.

  • Page 65: Easy Mode (For Beginners)

    Advanced Recording EASY Mode (for Beginners) The EASY mode allows a beginner to make good recordings easily. The EASY mode operates in CAMERA and M.REC mode. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. By pressing the EASY.Q 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 ( The word “EASY.Q”...

  • Page 66: Custom Mode

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording CUSTOM Mode You can customize settings and save them for future use. The CUSTOM SET function operates in CAMERA and M.REC mode only. Please set the custom settings before using this function. (see page 51) 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2.

  • Page 67: Mf/Af (Manual Focus/Auto Focus)

    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 make use of Auto Focus. Manual Focusing In the following cases you may obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually.

  • Page 68: Blc (Back Light Compensation)

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording BLC (Back Light Compensation) BLC works in CAMERA/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;...

  • Page 69: Fade In And Out

    Advanced Recording Fade In and Out The FADE function works in CAMERA 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. To Start Recording 1.

  • Page 70: Audio Dubbing

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Audio dubbing The AUDIO DUBBING function only works in PLAYER Mode. You can add sound to the original sound on a pre-recorded tape, recorded in SP mode with 12bit sound. Use the internal and external microphones or other audio equipment. The original sound will not be erased.

  • Page 71: Dubbed Audio Playback

    Advanced Recording Dubbed audio Playback 1. Insert the dubbed tape and press MENU button. 2. Move the MENU SELECTOR to highlight A/V. 3. Push the MENU SELECTOR to enter the sub-menu. 4. Use the MENU SELECTOR to select AUDIO SELECT from the submenu. 5.

  • Page 72: Photo Image Recording

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording PHOTO Image Recording 1. Press the PHOTO button and hold it. The still picture appears on the LCD monitor. If you do not wish to record, release the button and wait for more than 2 seconds. 2. Press the PHOTO button once again within 2 seconds after releasing the button. The still picture will be recorded for about 6~7 seconds.

  • Page 73: Nite Pix

    Advanced Recording NITE PIX The NITE PIX function works in CAMERA or M.REC mode. The NITE PIX function enables you to record a subject in a dark place. 1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. 2. Slide the NITE PIX switch to ON. “...

  • Page 74: Setting The Self-Timer

    ENGLISH Advanced Recording Setting the Self-Timer Self Record using the Remote Control When you use the Self Timer function on the remote control, the recording begins automatically in 10 seconds. 1. Set the camcorder to CAMERA mode. 2. Press the SELF TIMER button until the appropriate indicator is displayed in the viewfinder. 3.

  • Page 75: Various Recording Techniques

    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.

  • Page 76: Playing Back A Tape

    ENGLISH Playing back a Tape Tape Playback The playback function works in PLAYER mode only. Playback on the LCD It is practical to view a tape using the LCD in a car or outdoors. Playback on a TV monitor To play back a tape, the television must have a compatible color system. We recommend that you use the AC Power Adapter as the power source for the camcorder.

  • Page 77: Connecting To A Vcr

    Playing back a Tape 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 Multi-AV cable. The yellow plug : Video The white plug : Audio(L) The red plug : Audio(R) - STEREO only 2.

  • Page 78: Various Functions While In Player Mode

    ENGLISH Playing back a Tape Various Functions while in PLAYER mode The PLAY/STILL, STOP, FF, REW buttons are located on the camcorder and the Remote Control. The F.ADV(Frame advance), 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.

  • Page 79: Frame Advance (To Play Back Frame By Frame)

    Playing back a Tape 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. Forward frame advance Press the (F.ADV) button on the remote control in still mode.

  • Page 80: Zero Memory

    ENGLISH Playing back a Tape ZERO MEMORY The MEMORY function works in both CAMERA and PLAYER 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 If you want to cancel the zero memory function, press the ZERO MEMORY button again.

  • Page 81: Recording In Player Mode

    Recording in PLAYER mode Recording in PLAYER mode You can use this camcorder as a recorder. You can record a tape from VCR or TV, if the TV or other device has audio/video outputs. 1. Connect the camcorder and VCR or TV with the Multi-AV cable. 2.

  • Page 82: Ieee 1394 Data Transfer

    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.

  • Page 83: System Requirements

    IEEE 1394 Data Transfer System requirements ® CPU : faster Intel Pentium III™ 450Mhz compatible. Operating system : Windows ® 98SE, ME, Mac OS Main memory : more than 64 MB RAM IEEE1394 add-on card or built in IEEE1394 card Recording with a DV connection cable 1.

  • Page 84: Usb Interface

    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.

  • Page 85: Installing Dvc Media 3.0 Program (Scd530/D530T Only)

    USB interface (SCD530/D530T only) Installing DVC Media 3.0 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. How to install the program 1.
  • Page 86 ENGLISH USB interface (SCD530/D530T only) 4. The window below displays the folder to install the program. The program is installed in the following folder. C:\Programfiles\Samsung\DVC Media 3.0 Click to change the folder. 5. Connect the camcorder to PC. 6. PC finds new hardware and installs a driver automatically.

  • Page 87: Installing Dvc Media 4.0 Program (Scd590/D590T Only)

    USB interface (SCD590/D590T only) 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.
  • Page 88 ENGLISH USB interface (SCD590/D590T only) Install the USB Software (DVC media 4.0™) 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. 8.

  • Page 89: Connecting To A Pc

    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) 3. Connect the audio cable to the Line input jack of the PC. If the PC has no Line input jack, connect the audio cable to the MIC input jack.

  • Page 90: Digital Still Camera Mode (Scd590/D590T Only)

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode (SCD590/D590T only) 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...

  • Page 91: Inserting And Removing The Memory Stick

    The stored contents may be changed or lost as a result of misuse, static electricity, electric noise or repair. Save important images separately. Samsung is not responsible for data loss due to misuse. If the USB cable is connected to the camcorder, the (FWD), (REV) buttons are not available in M.PLAY mode.

  • Page 92: Structure Of Folders And Files On The Memory Stick

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode (SCD590/D590T only) 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.

  • Page 93: Selecting The Image Quality

    Digital Still Camera mode (SCD590/D590T only) Selecting the image quality You can select the quality of a still image to be recorded. Select the image quality 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK. 2. Set the power switch to the CAMERA mode. 3.

  • Page 94: Recording Still Images To A Memory Stick

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode (SCD590/D590T only) Recording Still images to a Memory Stick in M.REC Mode. You cannot record moving pictures onto a Memory Stick. Audio cannot be recorded onto the Memory Stick. Recording images to a Memory Stick. 1.

  • Page 95: Recording An Image From A Cassette As A Still Image

    Digital Still Camera mode (SCD590/D590T only) 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.

  • Page 96: Viewing Still Images

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode (SCD590/D590T only) 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.

  • Page 97: To View A Multi Screen

    Digital Still Camera mode (SCD590/D590T only) To view the Multi Screen 1. Set the mode switch to MEMORY STICK. 2. Set the power switch to PLAYER. The last recorded image appears. 3. Press the PHOTO button to view 6 images on a single screen. A selection mark ( ) appears under the image.

  • Page 98: Copying Still Images From A Cassette To Memory Stick

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode (SCD590/D590T only) 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 PLAYER mode. 2.

  • Page 99: Marking Images For Printing

    Digital Still Camera mode (SCD590/D590T only) 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.

  • Page 100: Protection From Accidental Erasure

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode (SCD590/D590T only) 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 mode switch to MEMORY STICK. 2. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode. The last recorded image appears.

  • Page 101: Deleting Still Images

    Digital Still Camera mode (SCD590/D590T only) 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.

  • Page 102: Formatting A Memory Stick

    ENGLISH Digital Still Camera mode (SCD590/D590T only) 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 states. The Memory Stick supplied with this camcorder has been formatted already.

  • Page 103: Maintenance

    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 from the camcorder. After completing a recording session 1.

  • Page 104: Cleaning And Maintaining The Camcorder

    ENGLISH Maintenance Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder Cleaning the VIEWFINDER 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.

  • Page 105: Using Your Camcorder Abroad

    Maintenance Using Your Camcorder Abroad Each country or region has its own electric and color 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.

  • Page 106: Smart Shoe

    ENGLISH Smart Shoe Using the Smart Shoe You can use to attach an optional accessory to the camcorder’s Smart Shoe. The accessory is powered by the camcorder’s power supply. Turn the camcorder’s power off before attaching/removing the accessory to the Smart Shoe. Types of optional accessories for Smart Shoe.
  • Page 107 Smart Shoe VL-S1IR Video/IR Light Attach the Video Light/IR Light to the camcorder when recording in dark rooms or places. When on its automatic setting, the Video Light turns ON/OFF automatically according to the brightness level of recording conditions. When using the IR Light, set the camcorder’s NITE PIX switch to ON. VL-S1FL Video Light/Flash Attach the Video Light/Flash to a camcorder when recording in dark places.

  • Page 108: Troubleshooting

    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 Display Informs that... Action Blinking the battery pack is almost discharged.

  • Page 109: Self Diagnosis Display In M.rec/M.play Mode (Scd590/D590T Only)

    Troubleshooting Self Diagnosis Display in M.REC/M.PLAY mode (SCD590/D590T only) Display Informs that... Action Blinking There no Memory Stick in the MEMORY STICK! slow Insert a Memory Stick. camcorder. There is not enough memory Change to a new Memory Stick MEMORY FULL! slow to record.
  • Page 110 ENGLISH Troubleshooting If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service center. Symptom Explanation/Solution You cannot switch the Check the battery pack or the AC Power Adapter. camcorder on START/STOP button Check the POWER switch is set to CAMERA.

  • Page 111: Specifications

    Specifications Model name: SCD530/D530T/D590/D590T System Video signal NTSC standards Video recording system 2 rotary heads, Helical scanning system Audio recording system Rotary heads, PCM system Usable cassette Digital video tape (6.35mm width): Mini DV cassette Tape speed SP: approx. 18.81mm/s LP: approx. 12.56mm/s Tape recording time SP: 60 minutes (when using DVM 60), LP: 90 minutes (when using DVM 60) FF/REW time...

  • Page 112: Index

    ENGLISH INDEX - A - Accessories ... 12 Audio dubbing ... 66 AUDIO MODE ... 54 - B - Battery Pack ... 20 BEEP Sound ... 39 BLC ... 64 - C - Cassette ... 23 Cleaning ... 100 CLOCK SET ... 36 Connecting ...

  • Page 113: Warranty

    Warranty 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.
  • Page 114 ENGLISH THIS CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY: ELECTRONICS SERVICE DIVISION 400 Valley Road, Suite 201, Mt. Arlington N.J. 07856 Tel: 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864) *Samsung Electronics’ Internet Home Page AD68-00510B http://www.samsungusa.com...

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