Samsung VP D6050S(i) VP D6040(i) User Manual

Digital Video Camcorder  
VP-D6050(i)/D6050S(i)  
VP-D6040(i)/D6040S(i)  
Features .....................................................2  
Notes and Safety Instructions....................3  
Getting to Know Your Camcorder ..........4  
Miscellaneous Information......................7  
Basic Recording............................................8  
Maintenance .......................................9  
Troubleshooting ................................10  
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Notes and Safety Instructions  
Notices Regarding COPYRIGHT  
Notes Regarding the Battery Pack  
Television programmes, movie video tapes, DVD titles, films and other programme  
materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorised recording of copyrighted materials may  
infringe on the rights of the Copyright owners and is contrary to copyright laws.  
All the trade names and registered trademarks mentioned in this manual or other  
documentation provided with your Samsung product are trademarks or registered  
trademarks of their respective holders.  
When the battery reaches the end of its life, please contact your local dealer.  
Batteries must be disposed of as chemical waste.  
Be careful not to drop the battery pack when you release it from the camcorder.  
Notes Regarding Video Head Cleaning  
To ensure normal recording and a clear picture, clean the video heads regularly. If a  
square block-shaped distorts playback, or only a blue screen is displayed, the video  
heads may be dirty. If this happens, clean the video heads with a dry type cleaning  
cassette.  
Notes Regarding Moisture Condensation  
1. A sudden rise in atmospheric temperature may cause condensation to form inside the  
camcorder.  
Do not use a wet-type cleaning cassette. It may damage the video heads.  
For Example:  
Entering or leaving a heated place on a cold day might cause condensation inside the  
product.  
Notes Regarding the Lens  
To prevent condensation, place the product in a carrying case or a plastic bag before  
exposing it to a sudden change in temperature.  
Do not film with the camera lens pointing directly at the sun.  
Direct sunlight can damage the CCD (Charge Coupled Device, the imaging sensor).  
2. If the  
(DEW) protection feature is activated, leave the camcorder for at least two  
Notes Regarding the Electronic Viewfinder  
hours in a dry, warm room with the cassette compartment opened and the battery  
removed.  
1. Do not position the camcorder such that the viewfinder is pointing directly towards the  
sun. Direct sunlight can damage the inside of the viewfinder. Be careful when setting  
the camcorder in a sunny place or near a window exposed to sunlight.  
2. Do not pick up the camcorder by holding the viewfinder.  
Notes Regarding the CAMCORDER  
1. Do not leave the camcorder exposed to high temperature (above 60°C or 140°F).  
For example, in a parked closed car in summer or exposed to direct sunlight.  
2. Do not let the camcorder get wet. Keep the camcorder away from rain, salt water, or  
any other form of moisture. The product will be damaged if immersed in water or  
subjected to high levels of moisture.  
3. Applying excessive force to the viewfinder may damage it.  
Notes Regarding ‘Record’ or ‘Playback’ Using the LCD  
1. The LCD monitor has been  
Notes Regarding the Battery Pack  
manufactured using the high precision  
technology. However, there may be  
tiny dots (red, blue or green in colour)  
that appear on the LCD monitor.  
These dots are normal and do not  
Make sure 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 device is in Camcorder mode, and it is left in STBY mode without being  
operated for more than 5 minutes with a tape loaded, it will automatically turn itself off  
to protect against unnecessary battery discharge.  
Make sure that the battery pack is attached firmly in place.  
The new battery pack provided with the product is not charged.  
Before using the battery pack, you need to fully charge it.  
Do not drop the battery pack. Dropping the battery pack may damage it.  
It is a good idea to use the viewfinder rather than the LCD monitor when recording for  
long periods, because the LCD monitor consumes more battery power.  
Fully discharging a Lithium-Ion battery damages the internal cells. The battery pack  
may be prone to leakage when fully discharged.  
To avoid damage to the battery pack, make sure to remove the battery when no charge  
remains.  
affect the recorded picture in any way.  
2. When you use the LCD monitor under direct sunlight or  
outdoors, it maybe difficult to see the picture clearly. If this  
occurs, we recommend using the viewfinder.  
3. Direct sunlight can damage the LCD monitor.  
Notes Regarding the Hand Strap  
To ensure a steady picture during filming, make sure that the  
hand strap is properly adjusted.  
Do not force your hand into the hand strap as you could  
damage it.  
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder  
Front & Left View  
1. Built-in MIC  
2. Built-in Flash  
3. Camcorder Lens  
4. Camera Lens  
6. Camera Mode Dial  
7. Display Button  
8. 5-way Button  
1. Built-in MIC  
2. Built-in Flash  
5. Focus Button MF/AF  
6. Mode Dial for Camera  
7. Display Button  
9. Menu Button  
10. EasyQ Button  
11. LCD Open  
3. Camcorder Lens  
8. 5-way Button  
12. Remote Signal Receiver  
9. Menu Button  
10. EasyQ Button  
13. Charge Indicator  
11. LCD Open  
4. Camera Lens  
14. Navigation Wheel  
(Quick Menu / Focus / Volume)  
12. Remote Signal Receiver  
13. Charge Indicator  
14. Navigation Wheel (Quick Menu/Focus/Volume)  
5. Focus Button MF/AF  
Accessories Supplied with the 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 Power Cord  
4. Multi-AV Cable  
5. Instruction Book  
6. Lithium battery for Remote Control and Clock  
7. Shoulder Strap  
8. USB Cable  
4. Multi-AV Cable  
1. Lithium Ion Battery pack  
5. Instruction Book  
2. AC Power Adapter  
(AA-E8 Type)  
3. AC Power Cord  
6. Lithium battery for Remote 7. Shoulder Strap  
Control and Clock  
8. USB Cable  
(CR2025 type, 2EA)  
9. Software CD  
10. Remote Control  
11. Memory Stick  
12. Lens Cover  
11. Memory Stick  
12. Lens Cover  
10. Remote Control  
9. Software CD  
Optional Accessory  
13. Scart adapter (Option)  
13. Scart Adapter  
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder  
Rear & Left View  
9. DV Cable Jack  
1.  
PLAY/STILL (FADE)  
10. Multi-AV Cable Jack  
11. DC Power in Jack  
12. Viewfinder  
2. STOP (BLC)  
1.  
PLAY/STILL (FADE)  
2. STOP (BLC)  
3.  
4.  
REW  
Multiple Display  
13. Battery Release  
12. Viewfinder  
3.  
REW  
5.  
6.  
Delete  
FF  
4.  
Multiple Display  
5.  
Delete  
FF  
6.  
7. Built-in Speaker  
7. Built-in Speaker  
8. USB Cable Jack  
8. USB Cable Jack  
9. DV Cable Jack  
10. Multi-AV Cable Jack  
11. DC Power in Jack  
13. Battery Release  
Rear & Right View  
Memory Card slot  
1. PHOTO  
2. FOCUS ADJUST  
3. Power Switch  
4. START/STOP  
5. Hand Strap Ring  
6. SLOW SHUTTER  
7. NIGHT CAPTURE  
8. ZOOM LEVER  
9. External MIC input jack  
10. Memory Card Slot  
11. Hand Strap  
6. SLOW SHUTTER  
Memory Stick  
Memory Stick PRO  
7. NIGHT CAPTURE  
8. ZOOM LEVER  
1. PHOTO  
2. FOCUS ADJUST  
9. External MIC input jack  
SD/MMC  
10. Memory Card Slot  
3. Power Switch  
4. START/STOP  
(Usable MEMORY CARDs)  
11. Hand Strap  
5. Hand Strap Ring  
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder  
Rear & Bottom View  
1. Shoulder Strap Hook  
2. Battery Release  
3. Tripod  
Receptacle  
3. Tripod Receptacle  
4. Tape Eject Slide Button  
5. Lithium Battery Holder  
6. Hand Strap Ring  
1. Shoulder Strap  
Hook  
4. Tape Eject Slide  
Button  
5. Lithium Battery  
Holder  
7. Hand Strap Hook  
2. Battery Release  
6. Hand Strap Ring  
7. Hand Strap Hook  
Remote Control  
1. PHOTO  
13. (STILL)  
14. (SLOW)  
1. PHOTO  
18. DISPLAY  
17. ZOOM  
2. START/STOP  
3. SELF TIMER  
4. ZERO MEMORY  
5. PHOTO SEARCH  
6. A.DUB  
2. START/STOP  
3. SELF TIMER  
4. ZERO MEMORY  
5. PHOTO SEARCH  
6. A.DUB  
15. DATE/TIME  
16. X2  
17. ZOOM  
16. X2  
15. DATE/TIME  
18. DISPLAY  
7.  
(FF)  
(REW)  
14.  
(SLOW)  
8.  
7.  
8.  
(FF)  
9. (PLAY)  
13. (STILL)  
12. (STOP)  
11. F.ADV  
(REW)  
9. (PLAY)  
10. DIRECTION (  
11. F.ADV  
10. DIRECTION(  
)
,
)
,
12. (STOP)  
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Miscellaneous Information  
Connecting to Other Devices – TV and VCR  
Connecting to a TV Set Through a VCR  
You can connect your device to a TV set directly or through a VCR to view your recordings  
and pictures on the TV screen, using the Multi-AV cable.  
You can connect your device to a PC to copy or move your recordings and pictures to the  
hard disk drive, using the USB cable or the DV cable.  
If there are no input terminals for external devices on your TV set and a VCR is  
connected to your TV set using a coaxial cable, you can utilize the VCR to connect your  
camcorder to the TV set.  
You can connect your device to other DV-enabled devices using the DV cable.  
I To Connect to a VCR that is Connected to Your TV Set  
1. Connect the Multi-AV cable to your  
I To Connect to a TV set  
Video input (Y)  
Audio input (L)  
VCR  
camcorder’s multi-AV jack.  
Audio input (R)  
CAMCORDER  
1. Connect the Multi-AV cable to your camcorder’s multi-AV jack.  
S-VIDEO  
input  
2. Connect the Multi-AV cable to the External  
Inputs (LINE-IN) on the VCR by matching  
the colours of the terminals.  
2. Connect the Multi-AV cable to the external input terminal of your TV set by matching the  
colours of the terminals.  
TV  
MULTI-AV  
ANTENNA  
3. Connect the TV and VCR using the coaxial  
I To Play Back Recorded Video  
cable. Refer to the Video or TV’s instruction book for further connection details.  
1. Turn your TV on and select the external input  
Audio input  
Video input-  
4. Set the input source of the VCR to the external input source connected to your  
camcorder.  
source connected to your camcorder.  
(left)-White  
Audio input  
(right)-Red  
Yellow  
TV  
Camcorder  
S-VIDEO input  
2. Locate the desired position on the tape using the  
(REW) or  
(FF) button.  
I To Play Back Recorded Video  
3. Press the  
(PLAY/STILL) button of the  
1. Turn your TV on and select the external input source that is connected to the VCR.  
Set the TV channel to view the VCR. 3 or 4 is most often used.  
MULTI-AV  
camcorder to start playback.  
4. To stop the playback, press the (STOP) button.  
2. Locate the desired position on the tape using the  
(REW) or  
(FF) button.  
3. Press the (PLAY/STILL) button of the camcorder to start playback.  
Reference  
4. To stop the playback, press the (STOP) button.  
Reference  
Some TV sets have LINE-IN input terminals instead of External Input terminals. Refer to the  
manufacturer’s instructions for detailed information on connecting external devices.  
If a TV set has an S-VIDEO input terminal, you may use S-VIDEO for better quality.  
If you use an S-VIDEO cable, you will need to connect an audio cable.  
If only a mono audio input is available on the TV set, use the audio cable with the white  
plug.  
If the VCR has an S-VIDEO input terminal, you may use S-VIDEO for better quality.  
The S-VIDEO terminal transmits video only. Connect AUDIO cables for sound.  
If only a mono audio input is available on the TV set, use the audio cable with the white  
plug.  
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Basic Recording  
Making your First Recording  
Playing Back a Tape You Have Recorded Using the LCD Monitor  
You can monitor the recorded image on the LCD monitor.  
1. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to PLAY mode.  
2. Insert the tape you want to playback (refer to page 47).  
Recording  
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2
3
Before you begin!  
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Insert the Lithium Ion Battery (refer to page 28)  
Charge your battery (refer to page 28)  
Set the Clock (refer to page 38)  
Insert a cassette tape (refer to page 47)  
3. Open the LCD monitor and adjust the angle of the screen. Adjust  
the LCD Brightness or Colour if necessary (refer to page 33).  
1. Turn on your camcorder and set the Power Switch to REC mode.  
2. Open the LCD or viewfinder and frame your subject on the screen.  
3. To Start recording, press the START/STOP button.  
4. Press the  
(REW) button to rewind the tape to the desired  
viewing point.  
To stop rewinding, press the (STOP) button. The camcorder will  
automatically stop rewinding when the tape is fully rewound.  
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The REC indicator is displayed on LCD.  
5. Press the  
(PLAY/STILL) button to start the playback.  
4. To Stop recording, press the START/STOP button again.  
The STBY indicator is displayed on LCD.  
You can view the recording on the LCD.  
To stop the playback, press the (STOP) button.  
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Reference  
If the Write Protection Tab on the cassette tape is set to protect,  
the “PROTECTION!” message appears on the screen. Release  
the Write Protection Tab to record.  
Reference  
You can also view the recording on a TV screen, by connecting  
the camcorder to a TV or VCR (refer to page 145).  
For searching and viewing still images recorded onto tape, refer to page 76.  
Various functions are available in PLAY mode (refer to page 74).  
Detach the Battery Pack when you finished recording to prevent unnecessary battery  
power consumption.  
When a cassette is loaded and the camcorder is left in STBY under REC mode for more than  
5 minutes without being used, it will switch off automatically.  
To resume the camcorder, press the START/STOP button or set the Power Switch to off  
shortly and then set it back to REC mode.  
This Auto Power Cut feature is designed to save the battery power.  
Record Search (REC SEARCH)  
You can view a recording using the REC SEARCH +, – function  
while in STBY mode.  
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REC SEARCH – enables you to play the recording backwards and  
REC SEARCH + enables you to play it forwards, for as long as  
you keep either button pressed down.  
If you press the REC SEARCH – button just once while in STBY  
mode, your camcorder will play in reverse for 3 seconds and then  
automatically return to the original position.  
Reference  
Mosaic shaped distortion may appear on the screen while in  
Record Search mode.  
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Maintenance  
Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder  
For prolonged use of your device, read following instructions carefully.  
Cleaning the Camera Body and Video Heads  
I To Clean the Exterior of Your Device  
After Using Your Camcorder  
To clean the exterior, use a soft dry cloth. Wipe the body gently. Do not apply excessive  
I For the safekeeping of your device, follow these steps.  
Remove the cassette (refer to page 47).  
Turn your camcorder off.  
Remove the Battery (refer to page 28).  
Remove the Memory Card (refer to page 83)  
force when cleaning, gently rub the surface.  
The LCD monitor surface should not be pressed. Use a soft dry cloth to clean the surface.  
To clean the lens, use an optional air blower to blow out dirt and other small objects. Do  
not wipe the lens with cloths or your fingers. If necessary, use lens cleaning paper.  
Do not use chemicals, alcohol or benzene for cleaning. Otherwise, the finish may be  
damaged.  
I To prevent any damage to the LCD monitor, do not apply excessive force on its moving  
parts.  
Cleaning should be done only after the battery pack has been removed, and other power  
sources have been disconnected.  
I Do not drop or in anyway shock the device.  
I For prolonged use of your device, avoid using it in places subject to excessive humidity or  
dust.  
I Do not leave your device in places subject to:  
Excessive humidity, steam, soot or dust  
Excessive shock or vibration.  
Extremely high (over 50°C or 122°F) or extremely low (under 0°C or 32°F) temperatures.  
Strong electromagnetic fields.  
I To Clean the Video Heads  
Dirty heads might cause  
problems with noisy recording  
and playback.  
To ensure normal operation of  
the video heads, avoid using in  
places subject to heavy dust.  
(blue screen)  
Direct sunlight or in a closed car on a hot day.  
Avoid excessively frequent fast forwarding and rewinding of cassettes to avoid damaging  
the video heads.  
Excessive use of a cleaning cassette is not recommended.  
Use an optional cleaning cassette for video head cleaning. Periodic check-ups are  
recommended.  
I The cassette should be stored away from heaters and other heat sources. Avoid storing  
cassettes under direct sunlight, and avoid electromagnetic fields.  
I The removed Battery Packs should be stored away from heaters and other heat sources.  
Do not store the battery pack with metal objects or sharp objects to avoid accidental  
damage to the battery pack.  
I The memory card should be stored away from heaters and other heat sources. Avoid  
storing memory cards under direct sunlight, and avoid electromagnetic fields. Before  
removing the memory card from your device, move or copy your data from the memory  
card to a PC. Format the memory card periodically.  
1. Load the Cleaning Cassette.  
2. Set the Power Switch to PLAY mode.  
3. Press the  
(PLAY/STILL) button to start cleaning.  
4. Stop playing after 10 ~ 20 seconds.  
Reference  
Some cleaning cassette products stop automatically. Refer to the cleaning cassette’s  
instructions for detailed information. If the problem continues after the cleaning, consult your  
nearest Samsung dealer or Authorised Service Centre.  
Do not use wet-type cleaning cassettes.  
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Troubleshooting  
Troubleshooting  
If your device fails to function as expected, please check the following before contacting  
service personnel. Refer to the page numbers listed for further details.  
Self Diagnosis Display  
Symptom  
Possible Causes  
Measure  
Set focus to AUTO  
Use strobe or lit the place  
Action  
Informs that…  
Blinking  
Display  
Focus does not adjust  
automatically  
Focus is set to manual mode  
Recording was done in a dark place  
Lens is covered with condensation  
Slow  
The battery pack is almost  
discharged  
Change to a charged one or connect to other power  
source  
Clear the lens and check the focus  
TAPE END!  
Slow  
When the remaining time on the  
tape is less than 2 minutes  
Prepare a new cassette  
Cassette tape will not load  
properly  
Cassette is in wrong position  
The battery is exhausted  
Insert the cassette tape properly, page 47  
Charge the battery or use AC adapter  
TAPE END!  
TAPE!  
Change to a new cassette  
Insert a tape  
No  
Cassette has reached its end  
No cassette tape is inserted  
The tape is Record Protected  
The memory card will not load  
properly  
Memory card is in wrong position  
Insert the memory card properly, page 83  
Something fills in the memory card slot Clear the memory card slot  
Slow  
Slow  
PROTECTION!  
Change to a new cassette or release the tape  
record protection  
Colour balance of picture is not White balance adjustment is required Set proper white balance, page 121  
natural  
D,L,C,R  
1. Eject the cassette tape.  
2. Set to off  
Slow  
Camcorder has a mechanical fault  
Digital zoom does not work  
Digital special effect is applied  
Turn off the digital special effects. page 57  
3. Detach the battery.  
Files stored in the memory card Memory card is protected  
Remove the protection tab of memory card  
Remove the protection on the file, page  
135  
4. Restart the camcorder  
If problem continues, contact your local service  
representative.  
cannot be deleted  
File is protected  
Images on the LCD monitor  
appear dark  
Ambient is too bright  
Ambient temperature is too low  
Adjust the brightness and angle of LCD  
Low temperatures might produce a dark  
LCD display  
See page 11  
Slow  
Slow  
Slow  
Moisture condensation  
NO CARD!  
Insert a memory card  
No memory card is inserted  
This is not a malfunction.  
CARD FULL!  
Change to a new memory card or delete recorded  
images  
Not enough space for saving  
pictures  
Rear of the LCD monitor is hot Prolonged use of LCD monitor  
Close the LCD monitor to turn if off, or turn  
your device off to cool down.  
NO IMAGE!  
Record a new still image  
Slow  
There are no images recorded to  
play  
Play, rewind and fast  
forwarding do not work  
Power Switch is set to REC  
Set the Power Switch to PLAY  
FILE ERROR!  
Delete the image or format the memory card  
Slow  
Slow  
The image file has an error  
Memory card cannot be played Power Switch is set to PLAY Mode  
back (Camera mode)  
Set the Power Switch to  
Mode and set the Mode Dial to  
Mode  
(CAMERA)  
(PLAY)  
CARD ERROR!  
Format the memory card using the camera menu  
Memory card is formatted by other  
device or has error in system folder  
No picture is taken when  
PHOTO is fully pressed  
Not enough free memory space is  
remained  
Delete files from the memory card  
If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung dealer or  
authorised service center/personnel.  
Memory card is formatted by different  
devices  
Format the memory card  
Symptom  
Possible Causes  
Measure  
Built-in flash will not pop up or Flash is forced to cancel  
Select different flash mode, page 110  
Select AUTO, EASYQ, or different MF  
distance, page 112  
No power is supplied  
The power is not connected properly Connect the AC adapter properly, page 27  
fire  
Focus is set to infinity  
AE lock is enabled  
Taking the motion clips  
Continuous shot option is turned on  
Bracket shooting is enabled  
Blocking the flash lid  
The battery is dead  
The battery is too cold  
Replace the dead battery pack  
Warm up the battery or move to warmer place  
Turn off the AE lock  
Flash is not available for Motion clips  
Turn off the continuous shot  
Turn off the AEB, page 125  
Clear obstructing object  
Viewfinder is on.  
Close the viewfinder  
LCD monitor is blank  
Multi-AV cable is connected  
Display option is turned off  
Remove the cable  
Press the DISPLAY button to bring back OSD  
The DATE/TIME is not set  
The built-in clock battery has  
exhausted.  
Set the DATE/TIME, page 38  
Replace the Li-ion battery for built-in clock,  
page 24  
DATE/TIME is wrong  
Cannot Record a video  
Protection tab is set to “SAVE”  
Power Switch is set to PLAY  
Power Switch is set to  
Cancel the protection, page 48  
Set the Power Switch to REC  
(CAMERA) Set the Mode Dial to (MOVIE) mode  
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