Samsung SC-D372, SC-D371, SC-D975, SC-D375(H) manual Auto Focus / Manual Focus

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Advanced Recording

Auto Focus / Manual Focus

The Auto Focus/Manual Focus function works in both <Camera> and <M.Cam>

a

modes. page 19

 

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 or unreliable.

c

The Auto Focus/Manual Focus function can be set in the QUICK MENU.

 

Auto Focus

If you are inexperienced in the use of Camcorders, we recommend that you

b

d

make use of Auto Focus.

Manual Focus

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SP

0:00:10

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Off

60min

In the following situations, you may obtain better results by adjusting the focus manually.

a. A picture containing several objects, some close to the Camcorder, others further away. b. A person enveloped in fog or surrounded by snow.

c. Very shiny or glossy surfaces like a car.

d. People or objects moving constantly or quickly like an athlete or a crowd.

1.

Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA].

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2.

Set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE] or [CARD]. (SC-D375(H)/D975 only)

 

3.

Press the [Q.MENU] button.

 

 

Quick menu list will appear.

 

4.

Press the [/ ] button to select <Focus>, then press the [OK] button.

 

5.

Press the [/ ] button to select <Manual>, then press the [OK] button.

 

6.

To exit, press the [Q.MENU] button.

 

7.

The [MF] icon and the [MF/AF] status bar will be displayed on the LCD screen.

6

Press the [/ ] button to adjust the focus.

 

[ Note ]

Manual Focus is not available in the EASY.Q mode.

 

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Program AE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

White Balance

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Shutter

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Exposure

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Q.MENU

Exit

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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0:00:10

 

 

 

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BLC

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Program AE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

White Balance

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Shutter

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Exposure

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Focus

 

Manual

 

 

 

 

 

 

Exit

 

 

 

 

 

 

Q.MENU

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents Owner’s Instruction Book Digital Video CamcorderImportant Safety Instructions Power Sources Power Lines California USA only Contents Digital Still Camera Mode SC-D375H/D975 only Ieee 1394 Data Transfer English Servicing & Replacement Parts Getting to Know Your Camcorder FeaturesAccessories Supplied with Camcorder Basic AccessoriesTFT LCD Screen Internal Microphone Front & Left ViewMenu Button T Button Left Side ViewRight & Top View JacksRear & Bottom View Usable Memory Cards 2GB MaxRemote Control SC-D375H/D975 only Preparation Hand Strap Adjusting the Hand StrapInstalling the Lens Cover after Operation Using the Hand Strap & Lens CoverLithium Battery Installation for the Internal Clock Precaution regarding the Lithium BatteryLithium Battery Installation Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack Charging, Recording Times based on Model and Battery TypeUsing the Lithium Ion Battery Pack Battery Level Display Battery Pack ManagementAmount of continuous recording time available depends on Make sure that the Battery Pack is fitted firmly into place Using a Household Power Source Connecting a Power SourceAbout the Operating Modes Cam Mode SC-D375H/D975 only For example Setting the White BalanceUsing the Quick Menu Camera ModeBattery Level Visual Effects Mode page 52 EASY.Q Wide OSD in Player ModeOSD On Screen Display in Camera/Player Modes Turning the OSD On Screen Display On/Off OSD in M.Player ModeTurning OSD On/Off Turning the Date/Time On/OffDisplay illustrations in this manual Initial Setting System Menu SettingSetting the Clock Clock Set Set the Power switch to Camera or PlayerBack √System Clock Set Setting the Beep Sound Beep SoundSetting the Shutter Sound Shutter Sound SC-D375H/D975 only Selecting the OSD Language Language Viewing the Demonstration Initial Setting Display Menu Setting Adjusting the LCD Screen LCD Bright/LCD ColorOutdoors for example, you can adjust LCD Bright LCD Color Displaying the Date/Time Date/Time Setting the TV Display TV Display Inserting / Ejecting a Cassette Adjusting the FocusUsing the Viewfinder Basic RecordingSelf recording Various Recording TechniquesGeneral recording Downward recording Upward recordingMaking your First Recording Unavailable buttons during operation Recording with Ease for Beginners EASY.Q ModeRecord Search REC Search Reviewing and Searching a Recording REC SearchŒœ REW button Basic Recording Zooming In and Out Using the Fade In and Out To Start RecordingTo Stop Recording Please disable 169 Wide mode to use the Color Nite function. Using the Color Nite Color NitePlease disable 169 Wide mode to use this function. Using the Light SC-D372/D375H/D975 onlyAdvanced Recording Selecting the Record Mode & Audio ModeCutting Off Wind Noise WindCut Plus Selecting the Real Stereo Function Recommended Shutter Speeds when Recording Adjusting the Exposure When RecordingSetting the Shutter Speed & Exposure Auto Focus Manual FocusAuto Focus / Manual Focus Programed Automatic Exposure Modes Program AE Setting the Program AE Setting the White Balance Outdoor or Custom WB, then press the OK button Applying Visual Effects Selecting the Visual Effects Setting the 169 Wide mode Using the Tele Macro Macro Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer DIS BLC Off BLC On Using Back Light Compensation Mode BLCZooming In and Out with Digital Zoom Digital Zoom Selecting the Digital ZoomStill Image Recording Searching for a still imagePlaying Back a Tape on the LCD Screen Adjusting the LCD Bright/LCD Color during PlaybackAdjusting the Volume PlaybackSlow Playback Forward/Reverse SC-D375H/D975 only Various Functions while in Player ModePlayback Pause Picture Search Forward/ReverseReverse Playback SC-D375H/D975 only Forward frame advanceReverse frame advance Audio Dubbing SC-D375H/D975 only Sound2 Plays the dubbed sound Dubbed Audio PlaybackButton Sound1 Plays the original soundConnecting to a TV that has Audio/Video Input Jacks Playing back on a TV MonitorTape Playback on TV Screen Playback Connecting to a TV that has no Audio/Video Input JacksVoice + Function Audio Effect Setting the AV In/Out SC-D975 only When Copying is Complete ConnectionCopying a Camcorder Tape onto a Video Tape To record from a TV When Recording Copying is CompleteRecording Copying onto a Camcorder Tape To record from a VCRInserting a Memory Card Digital Still Camera Mode SC-D375H/D975 onlyUsing a Memory Card Usable Memory Card not supplied Memory Card FunctionsMoving Image Image FormatStructure of Folders and Files on the Memory Card Photo ImageSelect the Image Quality Number of Images on the Memory CardSelecting the Photo Quality OK button Selecting the recording Photo Size SC-D975 onlyPress the Menu button Menu list will appearSetting the File Number Taking a Photo Image Jpeg on the Memory Card Viewing Photo Images Jpeg To view a Single ImageTo view a Slide Show To view the Multi DisplayProtection from accidental Erasure Deleting Photo Images and Moving Images Message Do you want to delete all? is displayed Deleting All Images at OnceFormatting a Memory Card Saving Moving Images onto a Memory Card Recording time available on the Memory CardRecording Moving Images Mpeg on a Memory Card Digital Still Camera Mode SC-D375H/D975 only Press the √ PLAY/STILL button Recording Photo Image from a Cassette Photo Copy Marking Images for Printing Print Mark Removing the Print MarkConnecting To a Printer Printing Your Pictures Using PictBridgeTMPictBridgeTM SC-D375H/D975 only Selecting Images Setting the Number of PrintsSetting the Date/Time Imprint Option Canceling the PrintingSystem Requirements Connecting to a DV Device DVD Recorder, Camcorder, etcConnecting to a PC Ieee 1394 Data TransferRecording with a DV Connection Cable USB Connection Speed depending on the System Using USB InterfaceUSB Interface SC-D375H/D975 only Transferring a Digital Image through a USB ConnectionSelecting the USB Device USB Connect Installing DV Media PRO Program Program InstallationConnecting to a PC Disconnecting the USB CableUsing the PC Camera Function Using the removable Disk Function Using the USB Streaming FunctionSave REC MaintenanceAfter Finishing a Recording Usable Cassette TapesCleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder Cleaning the Video HeadsPAL-compatible Countries/Regions Power sourcesUsing Your Camcorder Abroad Color systemMoisture Condensation TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Self Diagnosis Display103 104 Main Menu Sub Menu Functions Available Mode Camera Player Setting menu items106 Model Name SC-D371/D372/D375H/D975 SpecificationsAF/MF IndexSamsung Limited Warranty Warranty SEA users onlyThis Camcorder is Manufactured by
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