Samsung VP-D391I/XER, VP-D391/XEF, VP-D391/EDC, VP-D391I/MEA manual Safety warnings, Precautions

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safety warnings

What the icons and signs in this user manual mean :

Means that death or serious personal injury is a risk.

WARNING

Means that there is a potential risk for personal injury or material damage.

CAUTION

 

To reduce the risk of fi re, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when using your miniDV

CAUTION

camcorder, follow these basic safety precautions:

 

Means hints or referential pages that may be helpful when operating the miniDV camcorder.

These warning signs are here to prevent injury to you and others.

Please follow them explicitly. After reading this section, keep it in a safe place for future reference.

precautions

Warning!

This camcorder should always be connected to an AC outlet with a protective grounding connection.

Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fi re or the like.

Caution

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.

Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

To disconnect the apparatus from the mains, the plug must be pulled out from the mains socket,

therefore the mains plug shall be readily operable.

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Contents Digital Video Camcorder Features of Your NEW Minidv Camcorder Safety warnings PrecautionsCamcorder, follow these basic safety precautions Rotate it to the best angle to record or play Adjusting the LCD ScreenCorrect Disposal of This Product Servicing & Replacement PartsContents Initial Setting Display Menu Setting Playback 100 What is Included with Your Minidv Camcorder Front & Left View Left Side View Right & TOP View Rear & Bottom View Using the Remote Control VP-D392 i /D395i only Using the Hand Strap & Lens Cover PreparationHand Strap Installing the BUTTON-TYPE Battery Precaution regarding the button-type batteryAttaching the Core Filter Using the Battery Pack Inserting / Ejecting the battery packCharging the Battery Pack IA-BP80WA Charging indicatorBattery Level Display Battery Pack ManagementAmount of continuous recording time available depends on Using a Household Power Source Connecting a Power SourceSetting the operating modes Basic Minidv Camcorder OperationTurning the miniDV camcorder on and off Screen Indicators in Camera / Player Modes OSD in Camera ModeOSD in Player Mode Movie images Photo images Screen Indicators in M.CAM / M.PLAYER Modes VP-D395iONLYOSD in M.Cam Mode OSD in M.Player ModeUsing the Display Button Switching the information display modeChecking the remaining battery Handling Quick Menus with the Joystick Using the JoystickQuick Menu In M.Cam / M.Player modes VP-D395ionly Quick Menu In Camera /Player modesTurning the date and time display on/off Initial setting system menu settingSetting the Clock Clock SET Joystick Month will be highlightedOff Setting the Beep Sound Beep Sound Setting the Shutter Sound Shutter Sound Joystick Selecting the OSD Language LanguageYour camcorder so that you may use them more easily Viewing the Demonstration DemonstrationInitial setting display menu setting Setting the Guideline GuidelineTo exit, press the Menu button LCD Bright LCD Colour Adjusting the LCD Screen LCD BRIGHT/LCD ColourDisplaying the Date / Time Date / Time Initial settingdisplay menu settingSetting the TV Display TV Display Basic recording Inserting / Ejecting a CassetteVarious Recording Techniques Making Your First Recording Recording with Ease for Beginners Easy Q Mode To cancel the Easy Q modeButtons unavailable during EASY.Q operation Zooming in and OUT To zoomTo zoom out Stby SP Wide 10Sec 00030 To perform the normal search Move the Joystick Reviewing and Searching a RecordingRecord Search Joystick To perform the backward search Move the JoystickTo the right Using the Fade on and OFFTo Start Recording To Stop RecordingAuto Focus Auto Focus / Manual FocusMove the Joystick Setting the Shutter Speed & ExposureAdvanced recording Selecting the Record Mode & Audio Mode Rec Mode & Audio ModeCutting OFF Wind Noise Windcut Plus Selecting the Real Stereo Function Real Stereo Setting the Program AE Program AE High SandSetting the White Balance White Balance Select Custom WB Setting the white balance manuallyApplying Visual Effects Visual Effect Display mode is set to the selected modePastel2 SepiaMirror Emboss2Setting the 169 Wide Mode 169 Wide Move the Joystick / up or down to select Macro, then press Using the Tele Macro MacroMove the Joystick / up or down to select Camera, then press Joystick or move the Joystick X to the rightDIS function works only in Camera mode. Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer DISBLC Off Using Back Light Compensation Mode BLCZooming in and OUT with Digital Zoom Digital Zoom Selecting the Digital Zoom100x , 200x , 400x or 1200x , then press the Joystick Using the Colour Nite C.NITE Program AE, Mosaic, Mirror, Emboss2,Pastel1, Pastel2BLC, Digital Zoom, Shutter, Exposure Tape Photo Recording Using the Light Light VP-D392 i /D395i only Visual Effect, DIS , Digital Zoom, C.Nite, 169 Wide Recording a Photo Image on a Tape -TAPE Photo RecordingSearching for a Photo Image on a Tape Photo Search Playing Back a Tape on the LCD Screen PlaybackSlow Playback Forward/Reverse VP-D392 i /D395i only Various Functions While in Player ModePlayback/Pause Picture Search Forward/ReverseReverse frame advance X2 Playback Forward/Reverse VP-D392 i /D395i onlyReverse Playback VP-D392 i /D395i only Forward frame advanceAudio Dubbing VP-D392 i /D395i only Dubbed Audio Playback Audio Select Audio Effect Connection Setting the AV IN/OUT AV IN/OUT VP-D391i/D392i/D395i onlyTape Playing Back on a TV Screen Connecting to a TV that has Audio/Video Input JacksPlayback the tape Connecting to a TV that has no Audio/Video Input JacksCopying a Camcorder Tape Onto a Video Tape When Copying is CompleteVoice+ function works only in Player mode. Using the VOICE+ FunctionTo record from a TV When Recording Copying is CompleteRecording Copying onto a Camcorder Tape To record from a VCRUsing a Memory Card Usable Memory Card not Supplied Digital still camera mode VP-D395ionlyMovie image file Structure of Folders and Files on the Memory CardImage format Number of Images on the Memory CardRecording time available on the Memory Card Stored on the memory card Setting the File Number File noTaking a Photo Image Jpeg on the Memory Card Photo image Viewing Photo Images JpegTo view a Slide Show To view the Multi DisplayProtection from Accidental Erasure Protect Using the Joystick Deleting Photo Images and Moving Images DeleteMessage Do you want to delete? is displayed Message Do you want to delete all? is displayed Deleting All Images at OnceFormatting a Memory Card Format Saving moving images onto a Memory Card Recording Moving Images Mpeg on a Memory CardRecording Moving Images Mpeg on a Memory Card Joystick Before operation Recording AN Image from a Tape AS a Photo ImagePhoto1+2Copy 56min 16BIt This File or All Files , then press the Joystick Marking Images for Printing Print MarkRemoving the Print Mark Move the Joystick / up or down to select Memory, then pressSelect switch to Card Printing Your Pictures Using the PictbridgetmConnecting To a Printer Turn your printers power offSelecting Images Setting the Number of PrintsSetting the Date/Time Imprint Option Canceling the PrintingTransferring IEEE1394 I.LINK-DV Standard Data Connections Connecting to a DV Device DVD Recorder, Camcorder, etcConnecting to a PC Ieee 1394 data transferModels with an ‘i’ suffix do feature DVIEEE1394/AVAnalogue Recording with a DV Connection CablePress the Recording start/stop button to start recording USB Connection Speed depending on the System Using USB InterfaceUSB interface VP-D395i only Transferring a Digital Image through a USB ConnectionEnglish Selecting the USB Device USB Connect Before you start Installing the Software DV Media PRO ProgrammeConnecting to a PC Disconnecting the USB CableUsing the Removable Disk Function Using the Web Camera Function Usable Cassette Tapes MaintenanceHow to store a tape After Finishing a RecordingCleaning the Video Heads Cleaning and Maintaining the CamcorderUsing Your Minidv Camcorder Abroad Power sourcesOn TV colour systems Troubleshooting TroubleshootingRecording start/stop button does not Moisture CondensationMode d Setting Menu ItemsAvailable Mode Model Name VP-D391i/VP-D3910/ VP-D392i/ VP-D395i Specifi cationsBlue = Neutral Brown = Live Power sources united kingdom onlyUnited Kingdom Ελλασ Greece Fourlis Trade Α.Ε.Β.Ε Country Contact Centre Web Site North America Contact Samsung world wideRoHS compliant
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VP-D391/XEF, VP-D391/EDC, VP-D391I/XER, VP-D391I/MEA specifications

The Samsung VP-D391 is a versatile digital camcorder designed for users seeking a combination of quality performance and user-friendly features. Released in various models including the VP-D391/EDC and VP-D391/XEF, this camcorder stands out due to its compact design and practical functionality, making it an excellent choice for both amateur filmmakers and everyday users.

One of the key features of the VP-D391 is its Digital Image Stabilization technology. This innovative feature helps to reduce camera shake, ensuring smoother footage even when filming while in motion. This is particularly beneficial for capturing dynamic scenes or home videos during family gatherings or outdoor activities where stability could be an issue.

The camcorder boasts a 34x optical zoom lens, allowing users to get closer to their subjects without sacrificing image quality. This is complemented by a 1200x digital zoom, providing even more versatility for capturing distant details. The lens is also equipped with a built-in autofocus system, ensuring sharp focus on moving subjects, an important feature for many users.

In terms of video quality, the VP-D391 captures video in various formats, making it easy for users to share their content across different platforms. The camcorder supports both MPEG and AVI formats, catering to varying preferences when it comes to editing and sharing videos. The 680,000 pixel CCD sensor contributes to the camcorder’s impressive video quality, delivering vibrant colors and rich details for memorable recordings.

Another notable characteristic is the convenience factor, as the device comes with a 2.7-inch color LCD screen. This screen allows for easy framing of shots and accessing the menu options without straining the eyes. Additionally, the shot transition features such as self-timer and various digital effects add a creative touch to the recordings.

Users will also appreciate the extended battery life provided by the VP-D391, ensuring that they can capture hours of footage without the need for frequent recharging. This is especially useful for events such as weddings or birthday parties, where uninterrupted video capturing is essential.

Overall, the Samsung VP-D391 camcorder models like the VP-D391/EDC and VP-D391/XEF exemplify a balanced combination of advanced technology and practical design. Suitable for a wide range of filming needs, it is a reliable device for anyone looking to create high-quality video content easily.