Samsung VP-DC165WI/MEA, VP-DC165WI/HAC, VP-DC165WI/UMG, VP-DC165WI/XEV Using the PC Camera Function

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Using the PC Camera Function

This function works only in Camera Mode. page 26

To use the PC Camera function, the DV Driver, Video Codec and DirectX 9.0 programs must be installed in the PC.

You can use this DVD Camcorder as a PC Camera.

When you connect to a Web site that provides video chatting functions, you can use your DVD Camcorder for such functions.

When using this DVD Camcorder for video conferencing (such as NetMeeting), voice communication may not be supported depending on the video conferencing software. In this case, connect an external microphone to the soundcard of the PC to enable voice communication.

Using the DVD Camcorder with PC Net-meeting program installed, you can participate in a video conference.

The PC Camera’s screen size (Transferred video frame rate for the PC Camera function is max 12.5 fps.) - 640X480(VGA) pixels for USB 2.0 connection.

If PC is connected with the USB to the DVD Camcorder, only the [Power] switch, [Mode] switch, [Zoom] lever can be operated.

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Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC].

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Set the [Power] switch to [

(Camera)].

 

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Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB jack on the DVD Camcorder and the

 

 

other end to the USB connector on your computer.

 

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Contents VP-DC161i/DC161Wi/DC161WBi/DC163i/DC165Wi/DC165WBi Owner’s Instruction BookContents Setting the Shutter Speed & Exposure DVD CamcorderDeleting a Section of a Playlist Maintenance Contents English  Use a soft cloth to clean the disc Servicing & Replacement Parts Features Getting to Know Your DVD CamcorderUnusable Discs Usable DiscsUsable discs and logos DVD+R Single LayerDisc Type Description CapacityRecording the Desired Image Editing Recorded Images How to use the DVD Camcorder easilyInserting and Formatting a Disc Finalising a DiscOptional Accessory Accessories Supplied with the DVD CamcorderBasic Accessories Type CR2025Front & Left View EASY.Q Button pageVP-DC165Wi/DC165WBi only page TFT LCD Screen Menu Button Display Button page Charging Indicator Jack CoverLeft Side View Built-In Speaker MF/AF/MULTI DISP. Button page 52/95Right & Top View Photo ButtonStart/Stop Button Rear & Bottom View Lithium Battery CoverVP-DC163i/DC165Wi/DC165WBi only Battery Release switch Tripod ReceptacleDisplay page Remote Control VP-DC163i/DC165Wi/DC165WBi onlyPhoto page /Skip /Search  Stop  Slow  Play/StillPreparation Using the Hand Strap & Lens CoverInstalling the Lens Cover after Operation Lens CoverPrecautions regarding the Lithium Battery Lithium Battery InstallationLithium Battery Installation for the Internal Clock firmly until you hear locking soundUsing the Lithium Ion Battery Pack Charging the Lithium Ion Battery PackCharging Charging, Recording Times based on Battery Type Amount of continuous recording time available depends onBattery Level Display  At battery level ‘e’Battery Pack Management Maintaining the Battery Pack  Make sure that the Battery Pack is fitted firmly into placeConnecting a Power Source Using a Household Power SourceUsing the Joystick Camera Player modeAbout the Operating Modes Using the Quick Menu Functions available using the Quick Menu are as belowFor example Setting the White Balance OSD On Screen Display in Camera Mode/Player Mode Turning the OSD On Screen Display On/Off Initial Setting System Menu Setting Setting the Clock Clock SetCamera or Remote Off Setting the Beep Sound Beep Sound  The Shutter Sound function works only in M.Cam Mode. page Camera or Player Selecting the OSD Language LanguageVP-DC163i/DC165Wi/DC165WBi only Press the Menu buttonJoystickOK Viewing the Demonstration DemonstrationCamera Button pressed will be activatedInitial Setting Display Menu Setting Adjusting the LCD Screen LCD Bright/LCD ColourLCD Bright LCD Colour Displaying the Date/Time Date/Time Using the Viewfinder Adjusting the FocusDVD Camcorder Before Recording Upward recording Various Recording TechniquesGeneral recording Downward recording Self recordingInserting and Removing a Disc Inserting a DiscMenu. page When using a New Disc Formatting a new DiscVideo and VR mode Not formatted! warning message will appearSelecting the Record Mode Rec Mode Recording Times based on Disc TypeMake sure that Stby is displayed DVD Camcorder Basic RecordingMaking your First Recording LCD Screen or ViewfinderRecording with Ease for Beginners EASY.Q Mode Using External Microphone Zooming In and OutTo Start Recording Using the Fade In and Out FadeSet the Power switch to Camera To Stop RecordingUsing Back Light Compensation Mode BLC Subject is against a snowy background Color Nite function works only in Camera Mode. page Using the Color Nite If DIS or EASY.Q is set, Color Nite mode will be released Screen, this is not a defectUsing the LED Light VP-DC165Wi/DC165WBi only Range of the LED Light is limited. up to 6.6ft 2mDVD Camcorder Advanced Recording Cutting Off Wind Noise Wind CutSetting the Shutter Speed & Exposure Shutter/Exposure Auto Focus Manual Focus is not available in the EASY.Q modeAuto Focus / Manual Focus Manual FocusProgrammed Automatic Exposure Modes Program AE Setting the Program AE Setting the White Balance White Balance Close upEnvironment Setting the Custom White Balance JoystickOK  The Set White Balance will blinkApplying Digital Effects Digital Effect Selecting the Digital Effects pageSetting the 169 Wide mode 169 Wide Recording through the window of a vehicle Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer DISDIS mode Press the JoystickOK The Digital Zoom works only in Camera Mode. page Selected, Digital Zoom mode will be releasedZooming In and Out with Digital Zoom Digital Zoom Selecting the Digital ZoomWhat is the Thumbnail Index? What’s a Playlist? DVD-RWVR modeDVD Camcorder Thumbnail index and Playlist Adjusting the Volume DVD-RW/+RW/-R/+R DL DVD CamcorderPlaying Title Scenes DVD-RW/+RW/-R/+R DL Picture Search Forward/Reverse Various Functions while in Player Mode DVD-RW/+RW/-R/+R DLPlayback/Still Skip Playback Forward/ReverseDVD Camcorder Zooming during Playback PB Zoom DVD-RW/+RW/-R/+R DL Deleting a Title Scene Delete DVD -RW/+RW Player Thumbnail index screen appearsPress the Quick Menu button Set the Power switch to Player  Execute will be highlightedCreating a New Playlist New Playlist DVD-RWVR mode DVD Camcorder PlaylistPlaying the Playlist DVD-RWVR mode  This function works only in Player Mode. pageDeleting a Playlist Delete DVD-RWVR mode  All selected playlists will be deletedAdding Scenes to Playlist Edit Playlist-Add DVD-RWVR mode  The Now adding... message will appear DVD Camcorder Playlist Move Delete Scene Playlist  The Now deleting... message will appear Disc Information Disc Info DVD-RW/+RW/-R/+R DL Set the Power switch to Camera or PlayerDVD Camcorder Disc Manager To exit, press the Menu button or JoystickOKEditing the Disc Name Disc Info-Rename DVD-RW/+RW/-R/+R DL  Disc Name screen will appearMessage will appear VR VR ModeFormatting a Disc Disc Format DVD-RW/+RW Back on other DVD Players/RecordersFinalising a Disc Disc Finalize DVD-RW/-R/+R DL Playing back a finalised disc on a DVD Player/Recorder To Playback DVD-RW discs recorded in VR modePlaying Back on a PC with DVD drive To Playback a discUnfinalising a Disc Disc Unfinalize DVD-RW JoystickOK.5Cause a malfunction Set the Power switch to Player DVD Camcorder Connection AV In/Out function works only in Player Mode. page  The Playback function works only in Player Mode. page Connecting to a TV which has Audio/Video Input JacksViewing Recordings on TV Playing back on a TV Monitor The yellow jack Video White jack AudioL Mono Connecting to a TV which has no Audio/Video Input Jacks You can connect your DVD Camcorder to a TV through a VCR Red jack AudioRWhen Copying is Complete Copying a Disc onto a Tape Connect the Multi-AV cable to the input jack on your To record from a VCR When Recording Copying is CompleteRecording Copying onto a Disc To record from a TVMemory Card Functions Digital Still Camera Mode VP-DC163i/DC165Wi/DC165WBi onlyUsing a Memory Card Usable Memory Card not supplied Inserting a Memory CardMemory Card Structure of Folders and Files on the Memory CardEach recorded image Image Format Photo ImageNumber of Images that can be stored on a Memory Card Set the Mode switch to Disc or CardSelect the Photo Quality Number of images above are based on 800X600 Photo SizeSetting the File Number File No Photo capture To view a Single Image Press the S.SHOW button in the single image display mode To view a Slide ShowTo stop the slide show, press the S.SHOW button again Protection from accidental Erasure Protect Deleting Photo Images and Moving Images Delete page Protected image cannot be deletedDeleting All Images at Once Formatting the Memory Card Format  The Format? All files will be deleted! message will appearSaving Moving Images onto a Memory Card Insert the Memory Card Set the Mode switch to CardRecording Moving Images Mpeg on a Memory Card Recording time available on a Memory CardPlayback MalfunctionSelected scene will be played continuously Memory Card, the No file! message will appear Removing the Print Mark Printing Your Pictures-Using the PictBridge Connecting To a Printer USB ConnectPictBridge VP-DC163i/DC165Wi/DC165WBi only Canceling the Printing Setting the Number of PrintsSetting the Date/Time Imprint Option Printing ImagesTransferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection Using USB InterfaceUSB Interface VP-DC163i/DC165Wi/DC165WBi only USB Connection Speed depending on the System USB Streaming requires Video Codec, DV Driver and DirectX Selecting the USB Device USB Connect Click on DV Driver on the Setup screen Installing DV Media PRO ProgramInstalling Driver DV Driver and DirectX Click on Confirm to finish driver installation112 Connecting to a PC Disconnecting the USB CableUsing the PC Camera Function Other end to the USB connector on your computerUsing the USB Streaming Function Using the removable Disk FunctionMaintenance Using Your DVD Camcorder AbroadTroubleshooting TroubleshootingSelf Diagnosis Display in Camera/Player Modes To record Erase recorded image Display Blinking Informs that Action No memory cardChange to a new Memory Card PlaybackSymptom Explanation/Solution Disc is a damaged one. Replace with a new disc Make the disc writable to record additional picturesWhile Disc cover opens Make sure the Battery Pack is charged  Clean the disc using a cleaning clothPushing the Open switch Playback screen interruptedSetting menu items Main Menu Sub Menu Functions Available Mode Camera Player123 Specifications SystemIndex Power Sources United Kingdom Only Blue = Neutral Brown = LiveUnited Kingdom Ελλασ Greece Fourlis Trade A.E.B.E Page Contact Samsung World Wide RoHS compliant AD68-00993J
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VP-DC165WI/XEV, VP-DC165WI/HAC, VP-DC165WI/UMG, VP-DC165WI/MEA specifications

The Samsung VP-DC165WI is an advanced camcorder that combines cutting-edge technology with user-friendly features, ideal for capturing high-quality videos and precious moments. This model comes in three variants: VP-DC165WI/MEA, VP-DC165WI/UMG, and VP-DC165WI/HAC, each designed to cater to diverse user requirements while maintaining core performance capabilities.

One of the standout features of the VP-DC165WI is its impressive video resolution. The camcorder supports high-resolution video recording, allowing users to capture stunning footage with clarity and detail. Its advanced lens system ensures that images are sharp and vibrant, making it suitable for both casual recording and professional videography.

The camcorder is equipped with a 34x optical zoom and a 1200x digital zoom, providing extraordinary flexibility for users to get close-up shots from a distance. This capability is particularly beneficial for nature enthusiasts, event videographers, or anyone needing to capture detailed images without physical proximity.

Another prominent technology featured in the VP-DC165WI is the advanced image stabilization system. This feature reduces the impact of shaky hands and movements, resulting in smoother, more fluid videos. Whether users are walking, running, or filming in dynamic environments, they can be assured that their recordings will look professional-grade.

For convenience, the VP-DC165WI models come with a bright 2.7-inch LCD screen. This display enables users to easily frame their shots and monitor their recordings in real-time. Furthermore, the intuitive user interface simplifies navigation through menus and settings, making the camcorder accessible for beginners and experienced videographers alike.

In terms of storage, the VP-DC165WI supports various memory options, including SD cards, which allow for expandable capacity. This feature is particularly useful for extended filming sessions, ensuring that users have ample space to store their recordings.

The camcorder also includes several operational modes and effects, catering to a wide variety of filming scenarios. Whether it’s family gatherings, outdoor adventures, or artistic projects, the VP-DC165WI can adapt to meet the creative aspirations of its users.

In summary, the Samsung VP-DC165WI series offers an excellent combination of advanced features, user-friendly technology, and versatility, making it a compelling choice for anyone looking to enhance their video recording capabilities. With its outstanding optical zoom, effective stabilization, and intuitive interface, this camcorder continues to be a preferred choice for video enthusiasts around the globe.
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