using the menu items

Focussing manually during recording

This DVD camcorder automatically focusses a subject from close-up to infinity. However, the correct focus may not be obtained depending on the recording condition. In this case, use the manual focus mode.

1.Move the Joystick up or down to select “Manual,” then press the Joystick.

The manual focus adjustment indicators appear.

2.Move the Joystick right or left to select the desired indicator to adjust focus, then press the Joystick.

Focussing on a farther subject

To focus on a farther subject, move the Joystick to the indicator().

Focussing on a nearer subject

To focus on a nearer subject, move the Joystick to the indicator().

The nearer or farther icon (/) appears between the indicators when focus adjustment reaches the end. The adjusted value is applied right after moving the Joystick right or left to adjust the focus.

The manual focus setting will be applied and () indicator is displayed.

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

A picture containing several objects, some close to the DVD camcorder, others farther away.

A person enveloped in fog or surrounded by snow.

Very shiny or glossy surfaces like a car.

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

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Manual Focus

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You can easily adjust the focus using Shortcut menu button. page 35

Manual focusing focuses on a point in the framed scene while auto focusing focuses on the centre area automatically.

EASY Q mode will set the focusing to “Auto” automatically.

Before focusing by manual, frame your scene by zooming. Zooming after setting the focus requires focusing again.

Before focusing by manual, check if the “Intelli-Zoom” or “Digital Zoom” is turned off. While “Intelli-Zoom” or “Digital Zoom”is turned on, manual focusing will not focus with accuracy. Set the “Zoom Type” to “Optical Zoom” page 86

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Samsung VP-DX2050/EDC, VP-DX205/EDC, VP-DX200/EDC, VP-DX205I/HAC, VP-DX200I/MEA, VP-DX205I/AAW Nearer subject Farther subject

VP-DX200/EDC, VP-DX205I/XER, VP-DX205/EDC, VP-DX205I/AAW, VP-DX2050/EDC specifications

The Samsung VP-DX205/EDC and VP-DX200/EDC are compact camcorders that represent the convergence of convenience, advanced technology, and user-friendly features. These devices cater to both novice videographers and enthusiasts, providing an exceptional recording experience.

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