Samsung VP-L870, VP-L800U, VP-L850D manual Program AE Automatic Exposure

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Advanced Shooting

PROGRAM AE (Automatic Exposure)

The PROGRAM AE function only works in CAMERA mode.

The PROGRAM AE modes allow you to adjust shutter speeds and aperture to suit different recording conditions.

There are 6 automatic exposure modes.

1.AUTO mode

Auto balance between the subject and the background.

Used in normal conditions.

The shutter speed automatically varies from 1/50 to 1/250 second, depending on the picture.

2.SPORTS mode ( )

For shooting people or objects moving quickly; you should be able to playback the picture in slow motion on an 8 mm VCR or stop on a given image with very little blur.

3.PORTRAIT mode ( )

For focusing on the subject and not the background.

The PORTRAIT mode is most effective when used outdoors.

The shutter speed automatically varies from 1/50 to 1/1000 second, depending on the picture.

4.SPOTLIGHT mode ( )

To shoot correctly when there is only light on the subject and not the rest of the picture.

The shutter speed is 1/50 second.

5.SAND/SNOW mode ( )

For shooting when the people or objects are darker than the background because of reflected light from sand or snow.

The shutter speed automatically varies from 1/50 to 1/250 second, depending on the picture.

6.HSS (High Speed Shutter) mode ( )

For shooting fast-moving subjects such as the players in golf or tennis games.

You may need to light the shooting area.

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Contents Video Camcorder Table of Contents Playing back the Tape Precautions regarding the Lens Precautions and Safety InstructionsPrecautions regarding rotation of LCD screen Precautions regarding the electronic viewfinder Precautions regarding moisture condensationPrecautions regarding the Lithium battery Precautions regarding the battery packPrecautions when cleaning the video heads Precautions when Recording or Playback using LCDPrecautions when using the hand strap Minutes off timer in Standby modeBLC FeaturesGetting to Know Your Camcorder EasyFront View Menu ON/OFF Side ViewSpeaker Rear View Battery EjectBattery Eject Snap SHOT/D.ZOOM Snap SHOT/D.ZOOMOSD On Screen Display Volume see Easy & Custom White Balance mode seeOperation mode Time seeOptional Accessory Accessories Supplied with CamcorderBasic Accessory Self Recording with the Remote Control Remote Control VP-L850/L850D/L870 onlyBattery Installation to the Remote Control Description of PartsCamera Adjusting the Hand Strap and Shoulder StrapPreparing Lithium Battery Installation Shoulder StrapConnecting the Power Source To use the AC Power AdapterRecharging the Battery Pack To use the Battery PackHow long will the battery last for shooting? OFFUsing the Battery Pack Display of Battery Level Tips for Battery IdentificationAC adapter is connected Inserting and Ejecting a CassetteInserting and Ejecting a Cassette Press Eject buttonMaking your First Recording BatteryBasic Shooting REC Search REC Search Press brieflyRecording with the Viewfinder Tips for Stable recordingRecording with the LCD display Adjusting the LCD Adjusting Focus of the Viewfinder FocusREW Playing back the tape on the LCDPlayer Play StillstopViewing a Still Picture Adjusting the LCD during PlayControlling the sound from the speaker Picture SearchAdvanced Shooting Zooming In and OutDigital Zoom Press the D. Zoom ON/OFF button Switching the Digital Zoom ON/OFF VP-L850/L850D/L870 onlyCase of VP-L800U/L800 Easy Mode for Beginners CUSTOM-Creating your own customized recording settings Example When the Custom SET is set as followsDIS Digital Image Stabilizer,VP-L850/L850D/L870 only Auto Focusing Manual FocusingBLC BLC onProgram AE Automatic Exposure Setting the Program AEAutomatic Exposure mode DSE Digital Special Effects in Camera mode Selecting and recording DSE effects Setting and Recording DATE/TIME Setting a DATE/TIMERecording a DATE/TIME Selecting a Language and setting a Title Selecting and Recording a TitleRecording a Title GERMAN/ITALIAN/SPANISH/RUSSIANTo Stop Recording use Fade in / Fade OUT Fade In and OutTo Start Recording PIP Picture-In-Picture, VP-L850/L850D/L870 only EnterSnap Shot VP-L850/L850D/L870only Image will be affected by any movementSetting a White Balance Mode White BalanceDemonstration Setting the Date/Title Colour Advanced RecordingSituations Brightnesslux Recommendations Lighting TechniquesAfter Shooting Playing back the Tape Connecting to a TV which has no Audio and Video input jackConnecting to a TV which has an Audio and Video input jack Viewing on the LCD displayPlayback To locate a scene picture search Various Functions in Player modeTo view a Still picture Playback pause Zero Return VP-L850/L850D/L870Setting the Speaker ON/OFF Volume controlCleaning and Careing for your Camcorder MaintenanceDSE in Player mode Cleaning the ViewfinderCleaning the Video Heads Storing the CamcorderTransferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection System RequirementsInstalling USB Media 2.0 Program How to install the programUSB interface VP-L870 only USB Audio Cable Connecting to a PCUSB Cable Power sources Using Your Camcorder AbroadUsing Your Camcorder Abroad Colour systemSelf Diagnosis Display Troubleshooting CheckTroubleshooting Check Display Blinking Inform that ActionSymptom Explanation/Solution CheckingTroubleshooting Check Moisture Condensation System VP-L800U/L800/L850/L850D/L870 SpecificationsConnectors LCD monitorAuto Focusing IndexOperation Mode Power Sources United Kingdom Only Blue = Neutral Brown = LiveThis Camcorder is Manufactured by Samsung Electronics’ Internet Home