Samsung VP-D391I/XER, VP-D391/XEF manual Setting the Shutter Speed & Exposure, Move the Joystick

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SETTING THE SHUTTER SPEED & EXPOSURE

•The Shutter Speed function works only in Camera mode. ➥page 18

•The Exposure function works in both Camera and M.Cam modes. ➥page 18

•Adjust the Shutter Speed and Exposure functions only by using the Joystick.

1.Set the Select switch to CARD or TAPE. (VP-D395i only)

2.Press the MODE button to set Camera ( ).

3. Press the Joystick.

• Quick menu will appear.

Setting the Shutter Speed

 

 

 

 

4.

Move the Joystick (

) to the left to select "Auto Shutter (

)" mode.

 

 

 

 

• In Auto mode, move up the Joystick (▲) to switch the mode to manual.

STBY

SP

0:00:30

 

•

You can also toggle between Auto Shutter and Manual Shutter by moving up the

10Sec

 

60min

 

 

Joystick (▲).

/ ) left or right to select the desired shutter speed value,

 

 

S 16Bit

5.

Move the Joystick (

 

 

 

 

then press the Joystick.

 

 

 

 

 

•

Shutter speed can be set to "1/50", "1/120", "1/250", "1/500", "1/1000",

Manual Shutter

 

 

 

 

"1/2000", "1/4000" or "1/10000" of a second.

 

 

 

1/120

Setting the Exposure

 

 

 

 

C.Nite 1/30

 

 

 

 

 

4.

Move up the Joystick (▲) to select "Auto Exposure ( )" mode.

STBY

SP

0:00:30

 

• In Auto mode, move up the Joystick (▲) to switch the mode to manual.

10Sec

 

60min

 

 

 

S 16Bit

 

•

You can also toggle between Auto Exposure and Manual Exposure by moving up

 

 

 

 

 

the Joystick (▲).

 

 

 

 

 

5.

Move the Joystick (

/ ) left or right to select the desired exposure value, then press

 

 

 

 

the Joystick.

 

 

Manual Exposure

 

18

 

• Exposure value can be set between "00" to "29".

 

 

 

6.

 

 

 

C.Nite 1/30

To exit, press the Joystick.

 

 

 

 

 

•

Selected settings are displayed.

 

 

 

 

Recommended Shutter Speeds when Recording

•Outdoor sports such as golf or tennis: "1/2000" or "1/4000"

•Moving cars or trains or other rapidly moving vehicles such as roller coasters: "1/1000", "1/500" or "1/250"

•Indoor sports such as basketball: "1/120"

•If you manually change the shutter speed and the exposure value when program AE option is selected, manual changes are applied fi rst.

•The image may not seem as smooth when a high shutter speed is set.

•The camcorder returns to the auto shutter and auto exposure settings when you change to the EASY.Q mode.

•When recording with a shutter speed of 1/1000 or higher, make sure the sun is not shining into the lens.

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Contents Digital Video Camcorder Features of Your NEW Minidv Camcorder Camcorder, follow these basic safety precautions Safety warningsPrecautions 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 Hand Strap Using the Hand Strap & Lens CoverPreparation Attaching the Core Filter Installing the BUTTON-TYPE BatteryPrecaution regarding the button-type battery Charging the Battery Pack Using the Battery PackInserting / Ejecting the battery pack IA-BP80WA Charging indicatorAmount of continuous recording time available depends on Battery Level DisplayBattery Pack Management Using a Household Power Source Connecting a Power SourceTurning the miniDV camcorder on and off Setting the operating modesBasic Minidv Camcorder Operation OSD in Player Mode Screen Indicators in Camera / Player ModesOSD in Camera Mode Movie images Photo images Screen Indicators in M.CAM / M.PLAYER Modes VP-D395iONLYOSD in M.Cam Mode OSD in M.Player ModeChecking the remaining battery Using the Display ButtonSwitching the information display mode 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 DemonstrationTo exit, press the Menu button Initial setting display menu settingSetting the Guideline Guideline 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 Various Recording Techniques Basic recordingInserting / Ejecting a Cassette Making Your First Recording Buttons unavailable during EASY.Q operation Recording with Ease for Beginners Easy Q ModeTo cancel the Easy Q mode To zoom out Zooming in and OUTTo zoom 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 BLC100x , 200x , 400x or 1200x , then press the Joystick Zooming in and OUT with Digital Zoom Digital ZoomSelecting the Digital Zoom BLC, Digital Zoom, Shutter, Exposure Tape Photo Recording Using the Colour Nite C.NITEProgram AE, Mosaic, Mirror, Emboss2,Pastel1, Pastel2 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 CardRecording time available on the Memory Card Image formatNumber of Images 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 Message Do you want to delete? is displayed Using the JoystickDeleting Photo Images and Moving Images Delete 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 transferPress the Recording start/stop button to start recording Models with an ‘i’ suffix do feature DVIEEE1394/AVAnalogueRecording with a DV Connection Cable 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 ProgrammeUsing the Removable Disk Function Connecting to a PCDisconnecting the USB Cable Using the Web Camera Function Usable Cassette Tapes MaintenanceHow to store a tape After Finishing a RecordingCleaning the Video Heads Cleaning and Maintaining the CamcorderOn TV colour systems Using Your Minidv Camcorder AbroadPower sources 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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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.

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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.

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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.
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