SAMSUNG Digital Camcorder Manual L0706110

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Digital Video Camcorder
[_; ..... SC-D371/D372/D375(H)/D975

AF

Auto Focus

COD

Charge Coupled Device

LCD

Liquid Crystal Display

Owner's

instruction

Book

Before operating the unit, please read this Instruction
Book thoroughly, and retain itfor future reference.

US PATENT 4415844

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Use only approved battery packs.
Otherwise, there is a danger of overheating, fire or explosion.
Samsung is not responsible for problems occurring due to using unapproved batteries.
"Models with an H designation mean the model is White"

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iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS
Shock Hazard Marking and Associated Graphical Symbols
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence
of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute
a risk of electric shock to persons.
Explanation of Safety Related Symbols
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence
of important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING - To Reduce The Risk Of Fire Or Electric Shock, Do Not Expose
This Apparatus To Rain Or Moisture.

1.

Readthese instructions.

2.

Keep these instructions.

3.
4.

Heed allwarnings.
Follow all instructions.

5.

Do not use this apparatus near water.

6.

Clean only with dry cloth.

7.

Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions.

8.

Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.

9.

Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with
one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug
does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachment/accessories specified by the
manufacturer,

12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused
for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has
been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
15. Apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or splashing and
no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed
on the apparatus.
16. POWER SOURCES:
The CAMCORDER should be operated only from the type of power
source indicated on the label. If you are not sure of the type of
power supply at your home, consult your appfiance dealer or local
power company. A CAMCORDER is intended to be operated from
battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
17. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION:
This CAMCORDER may be equipped with either a polarized 2-wire
AC line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other) or a 3wire grounding type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. If
you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing
the plug. If the plug stiff fails to fit, contact your electrician to replace
your outlet. Do not defeat tile safety purpose of the polarized plug.
18. POWER-CORD PROTECTION:
Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to
be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them,
paying particular attention to cords or plugs, convenient receptacles,
and tile point where they exit from the unit.

19. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING:
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the
CAMCORDER, be sure tile antenna or cable system is grounded to
provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static
charges, Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA
No. 70-1984, provides informationwith respect to proper grounding
of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire
and supporting structure, grounding of the mast and supporting
structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit,
size of grounding to conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the
grounding electrode.
See figure below.
20. LIGHTNING:
For added protection of this CAMCORDER during a lightning storm
or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time,
unplug it from tile wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable
system.
This will prevent damage to the CAMCORDER due to lightning and
power-line surges.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
21. POWER LINES:
An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of
overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits where it
can fall into such power lines or circuits. When instafling an outside
antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from
touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be
fatal
22. OVERLOADING:
Do not ovedoad wall outlets and extension cords as this can result
in a risk of fire or electric shock.
23. OBJECTS AND LIQUIDS:
Never push objects of any kind into this CAMCORDER through
openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out a
part that could result in a fire or electdc shock.
Never spill liquids of any kind onto the CAMCORDER. Should
spillage occur, unplug unit and have it checked by a technician
before use.
24. SERVICING:
Do not attempt to service this CAMCORDER yourself. Opening or
removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other
hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

25. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE:
Unplug this CAMCORDER from the wall outlet and refer servicing
to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects have fallen into the
CAMCORDER.
c. If the CAMCORDER has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the CAMCORDER does not operate normally by following the
operating instructions, adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of
other controls may result in damage and will often require
extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the
CAMCORDER to its normal operation.
e. If the CAMCORDER has been dropped or the cabinet has been
damaged.
f. When the CAMCORDER exhibits a distinct chango in
performance, this indicates a need for service.
26. REPLACEMENT PARTS:
When replacement parts ate required, be sure the service technician
has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer and
having the same characteristics as the originaJpart.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other
hazards.
27. SAFETY CHECK:
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this CAMCORDER,
ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine
that the CAMCORDER is in safe operating order.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
28. To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not
expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
29. If this power supply is used at 240V ac, a suitable plug adapter
should be used.

USER INSTALLER CAUTION:
Your authority to operate this FCC certified equipment could be voided if
you make changes or modifications not expressly approved by this party
responsible for compliance to part 15 FCC rules.

N OTE:
_R_ LAMP(S) INSIDE THIS PRODUCT CONTAIN MERCURY AND MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF
ACCORDING TO LOCAL, STATE OR FEDERAL LAWS.
For details see lamprecycle.org, eiae.org, or call 1-800Samsung (7267864)

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with tile
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of tile FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the Jns_uctions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radJo/TV technician for help
and for additional suggestions.
The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal
Communications Commission helpful : "How to Identify and Resolve
RadJo-TV Interference Problems."
This Booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office,
Washinglon, D.C. 20402, Stock No. 004-000-00345-4.

CALIFORNIAUSA ONLY
This Perchtoratewarningapplies onlyto primaryCR (Manganese
Dioxide)Lithiumcoin cells in the productsold or distributed
ONLY in CaliforniaUSA
"Perchlorate Material- specialhandlingmay apply,
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate."

FCC Warning
The user is cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
FCC DOC
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rdes.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions;
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference thai may cause undesired operation.

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Features.....................................................................................7
Accessories Supplied with Camcorder .....................................8
Front & Left View .......................................................................9
Left Side View ..........................................................................10
Right & Top View .....................................................................11
Rear & Bottom View ................................................................12

Setting the Shutter Sound (Shutter Sound)
(SC-D375(H)/D975 only) .........................................................26
Selecting the OSD Language (Language) .............................27
Viewing the Demonstration .....................................................28
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Adjusting the LCD Screen (LCD Bright/LCD Color) .............29
Displaying the Date/Time (Date/Time) ...................................30
Setting the TV Display (TV Display) ......................................31

Remote Control (SC-D375(H)/D975 only) ..............................13

Using the Hand Strap & Lens Cover ......................................14

Using the Viewfinder................................................................32
Inserting / Ejecting a Cassette ................................................32

Lithium Battery Installation ......................................................15
Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack.........................................16

Various Recording Techniques................................................33
Making your First Recording ...................................................34

Connecting a Power Source ...................................................19
About the Operating Modes ....................................................19

Recording with Ease for Beginners (EASY.Q Mode) .............35
Reviewing and Searching a Recording (REC SEARCH).......36

Using the QUICK MENU.........................................................20
OSD (On Screen Display) in Camera/Player Modes ............21

Searching quickly for a desired scene (Setting the ZERO
MEMORY) (SC-D375(H)/D975 only) ......................................37

OSD (On Screen Display) in M.Cam/MPlayer Modes
(SC-D375(H)/D975 only) .........................................................22

Self Record using the Remote Control (Setting the Self
Timer) (SC-D375(H)/D975 only) .............................................38

Turning the OSD (On Screen Display) On/Off ......................22

Zooming In and Out .................................................................39
Using the Fade In and Out ......................................................40

Setting the Clock (Clock Set) .................................................23
Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (Remote)
(SC-D375(H)/D975 only) .........................................................24
Setting the Beep Sound (Beep Sound) .................................25

Using the COLOR NITE (COLOR NITE)................................41
Using the LIGHT (SC-D372/D375(H)/D975 only)...................42

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Selecting the Record Mode & Audio Mode.............................43

Copying a Camcorder Tape onto a Video Tape......................70

Cutting Off Wind Noise (WindCut Plus) ................................44
Selecting the Real Stereo Function ........................................45

Recording (Copying) a TV Program or Video Tape onto a
Camcorder Tape (SC-D975 only)............................................71

Setting the Shutter Speed & Exposure ...................................46
Auto Focus / Manual Focus ....................................................47

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Programed Automatic Exposure Modes (Program AE) ........48
Setting the White Balance .......................................................50
Applying Visual Effects ............................................................52

Using a Memory Card (Usable MemoryCard) (not supplied) ..72
Memory Card l_'unctions......................................................
72
Inserting a Memory Card .................................................... 72

Setting the 16:9 Wide mode....................................................54
Using the Tele Macro (Macro) .................................................55

Ejecting a Memory Card .....................................................72
Structure of Folders and Files on the Memory Card ..............73

Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) ...............................56
Using Back LighLCompensaLion Mode (BLC) ........................57
Zooming In and Out with Digital Zoom (Digital Zoom) .........58

Selecting the Photo Quality .....................................................74
SelecLingLherecording PhoLoSize (SC-D975 only) ..............75
Setting the File Number ..........................................................76

Still Image Recording ..............................................................59
Searchirtg for a still image ................................................... 59

Taking a Photo Image (JPEG) on the Memory Card..............77
Viewing Photo Images (JPEG) ...............................................78
To view a Single h-nagn.......................................................
-Ib view a Slide Show .........................................................

Playing Back a Tape on the LCD Screen ...............................60
Various Functions while in Player Mode .................................61
Audio Dubbing (SC-D375(H)/D975 only)................................63
Dubbed Audio Playback ..........................................................64
Tape Playback on TV Screen ..................................................65
VOICE + Function ...................................................................67
Audio Effect .............................................................................68
Setting the AV In/Out (SC-D975 only) .....................................69

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To view the Multi Display ...................................................78
Protection from accidental Erasure .........................................79
Deleting Photo Images and Moving Images...........................80
Formatting a Memory Card .....................................................82
Recording Moving Images (MPEG) on a Memory Card ........83
Playing the Moving Images (MPEG) on a Memory Card
(M.Play Select) .......................................................................85
Recording Photo Image from a Cassette ...............................86
Copying Still Images from a Cassette to a Memory Card
(Photo Copy) ..........................................................................87

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Marking Images for Printing (Print Mark) ....................
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Selec/ing In]ages.................................................................
Selling/he Number of Prin/s ................................

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Connecting to a PC ............................................
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Discolmec/ing/he/ISB Cable .............................................96
Using the PC Camera Func/iom...........................................97
/rsing the USB S/l_aming Funclion ................................... 98

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/rsing/he removable Disk Func/ion ...................................

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Transferring

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bigi/al In]age/hrough a USB Cornice/ion_._..93

USB Col]nen/ionSpeed depending on/he Sys/em............... ,93
Sys/em Requirements..........................................................93
Selecting the USB Device (USB Connect) ..................
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Installing DV Media PRO Program ....................................... 95

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Troubleshooting ...............................................
Self Diagnosis Display .....................................
Sell"Diagnosis Disphy ill M_CaldM.Player Modes
(SC-D375(H)/D975 only)..................................................

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Setting menu items................................................................105
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Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder ........................... 100
Using Your Camcorder Abroad .............................................10t

Connetlh]g/o a DV De', k'e (DVD Recorder,Calncorder,elcO _91
(k)l]neding m a PC ............................................................
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Syslcm Requirements.......................................
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Recording 'sill] a DV Connec/itm Cable............................... 92

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Transferring IEEE1394 (i.LINK)-DV Standard Data
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Notes and Safety instructions
Please rotate the LCD Screen carefully as illustrated. Over rotation may
cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD Screen to
the Camcorder.
1. Open the LCD Screen 90 degrees from the Camcorder with your finger.
2. Rotate it to the best angle to record or play.
[] If you rotate the LCD Screen 180 degrees so it is facing forward, you
can close the LCD Screen with the display facing out.
[] This is convenient during playback operations.
[ Note ]
Refer to page 29 to adjust brightness and color of the LCD Screen.

1. Direct sunlight can damage the LCD Screen, the inside of the
Viewfinder or the Lens. Take pictures of the sun only in low light
conditions, such as at dusk.
2. The LCD Screen has been manufactured using high precision
technology.
However, there may be tiny dots (red, blue or green in color) that
appear on the LCD Screen. These dots are normal and do not
affect the recorded picture in any way.
3. Do not pick up the Camcorder by holding the Viewfinder, LCD Screen or Battery Pack.
4. Applying excessive force to the Viewfinder may damage it.

[] To ensure normal recording and a clear picture, clean the video heads regularly.
If a square block-shape distorts playback, or only a blue screen is displayed, the video heads may be dirty.
If this happens, clean the video heads with a dry type cleaning cassette.
[] Do not use a wet-type cleaning cassette. It may damage the video heads.

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Notes and Safety instructions
[] Do not leave the Camcorder exposed to high temperatures (above 60 °C or 140 °F).
For example, in a parked car in the sun or exposed to direct sunlight.
[] Do not let the Camcorder get wet. Keep the Camcorder away from rain, sea water, and any other form of moisture.
If the Camcorder gets wet, it may get damaged. Sometimes a malfunction due to exposure to liquids cannot be
repaired.
[] A sudden rise in atmospheric temperature may cause condensation to form inside the Camcorder.
- When you move the Camcorder from a cold location to a warm location (e.g. from outside to inside during the
winter.)
- When you move the Camcorder from a cool location to a hot location (e.g. from inside to outside during the
summeR)
[] If the r_q (DEW) protection feature is activated, leave the Camcorder for at least two hours in a dry, warm room with
the cassette compartment opened and the Battery Pack removed.

Television programs, video tapes, DVD titles, films, and other program materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized copying of copyrighted material may be against the law.
All the trade names and registered trademarks mentioned in this manual or other documentation provided with your
Samsung product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

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Do not attempt to service this Camcorder yourself.
Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer and having the same characteristics as the original part.
[] Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

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Getting to Know Your Camcorder
[] Digital Data Transfer Function
with IEEE1394
By incorporating the IEEE 1394
(i.LINKT_: i.LINK is a serial data
transfer protocol and interconnectivity
system, used to transmit DV data)
high speed data transport port, both
moving and photo images can be
transferred to a PC, making it
possible to produce or edit various
images.
[] USB Interface for Digital Image Data
Transfer (SC-D375(H)/D975 only)
You can transfer images to a PC
using the USB interface without an
add-on card.
[] Still Image Recording on a Tape
Still image recording makes it
possible to record a still image on a
tape.
[] Mega-pixel CCD (SC-Dg75 only)
Your camcorder incorporates a 1.0
mega-pixel CCD.
Photo images can be recorded to a
Memory card.

[] 1200x Digital Zoom
Allows you to magnify an image up
to 1200 times its original size.
[] Audio Enhancement
Provides more powerful sound with
the Real Stereo and Audio Effect
features.
[] Color TFT LCD
A high-resolution color TFT LCD
gives you clean, sharp images as
well as the ability to review your
recordings immediately.
Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS)
The DIS compensates for any
handshake, reducing unstable
images particularly at high
magnification.
Various Visual Effects
The Visual Effects allow you to give
your films a special look by adding
various special effects.
Back Light Compensation (BLC)
The BLC function compensates for
a bright background behind a
subject you're recording.

[] Program AE
The Program AE enables you to
alter the shutter speed and aperture
to suit the type of scene/action to
be filmed.
High Power Zoom Lens
Power Zoom lens allows users to
magnify the subject clearly up to
34X(SC-D371/D372/D375(H) only),
26X(SC-D975 only)
Digital Still Camera Function
(SC-D375(H)/D975 only)
Using Memory Card, you can
easily record and playback
standard photo images.
- You can transfer standard photo
images on the Memory Card to
your PC using the USB interface.
Moving image Recording on a
Memory Card (SC-D375(H)/D975only)
Moving image recording makes it
possible to record video onto a
Memory Card.
MMC/SD card slot
(SC-D375(H)/D975 only)
MMC/SD card slot can use
MMC(Multi Media Cards) and SD
cards.

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Getting to Know Your Camcorder
Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your Digital Video Camcorder.
Basic

Accessories

1. Lithium Ion Battery Pack (SB-LSM80)

1 Lithium Ion Battery Pack

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2. AC Power Adapter (AA-E9 TYPE)
3. AudioNideo Cable

2 AC Power Adapter

3 AudioNideo Cable

(SB-LSM80)
(AA-E9 TYPE)

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AD44-00116A

4. Instruction Book / Quick Guide

Lithium Battery (CR2025)

5. Lithium Battery for Remote Control
(SC-D375(H)/D975 only) or Clock.
(TYPE: CR2025)
AD43-10130H

AD39-O0001A
6 Remote Conttol
(SC-D375(H)/D975 only)

AD59-00085A

6. Remote Control (SC-D375(H)/D975 only)
7. USB Cable (SC-D375(H)/D975 only)

7 USB Cable

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(SC-D375(HyD975 only)

8. Software CD (SC-D375(H)/D975 only)
9. Lens Cover
10. Lens Cover Strap

(S_75

only)
8 Software CD

ADg9-OOO73A

AD46-00061A/AD46-00082A

10 Lens Cover Strap

AD72-00049A

[ Notes ]
[] The contents can vary depending on the sales region,
[] Parts and accessories are available at your local Samsung dealer and service center.

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Remote Sensor (SC-D375(H)/D975 only)

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Light (SC-D372/D375(H)AD975 only)
TAPE EJECT Switch

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EASY Q Button _page

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Function

Buttons

Button 



:M,Player_ (SC_D375(H)_975 only',

REW

REC SEARCH -

REV

FF

REC SEARCH +

FWD

FADE

S.SHOW (SLIDE SHOW)

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STOP

C.NITEJLIGHT
SC-D372/D375(H)/D975
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MULTI (MULTI DISPLAY)

7. TFT LCD Screen
8 Internal Microphone
[ Caution ]
Be careful not to cover the internal microphone and lens during recording.
[ Notes ]
[] Illustrations of model SC-D375 are used in this owner's instructions.
[] Although the models covered in this manual look different, they all operate in a similar way.

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3. OK Button

1. Q.MENU Button =_page 20

4. Viewfinder

2. [A / _] (W / T) Button
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T(T)

MENU/ Q.MENU
MoveUp
MoveDown

VolumeUp
VolumeDown

Wide/ AdjustMF Teb / AdjustMF

[SC-D375(H}a:P975only)
Wide/AdjustMF Teb/AdjustMF

[SC-D375(HyO975
only)
Previous
Next

5. Speaker
6. Mode Switch (CARD/TAPE)
(SC-D375(H)/D975 only)
[ Note ]
When you close LCD panel with the LCD screen
facing out, [A/T]
button function works reversely.

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Getting to Know Your Camcorder

1. Zoom Lever

7. DC Jack

2. PHOTOButton _page 59
3. DISPLAYButton

8. Jacks

4. MENUButton

10. Cassette Door

5. Record Start/StopButton

11. Hand Strap

6. Power Switch
(CAMERAor PLAYER)

9. Jack Cover

Jacks

sc-D371/ _
D372
SC-D375(H)/
D975

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AV Jack

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1. Lithium Battery Cover
2. Charging

Indicator

Usable

Memory

Cards

(2GB

SC-D375(H)/D975only

3. Memory Card Slot (SC-D375(H)/D975 only)
4. Tripod Receptacle
5. Battery Release Switch
MMC/SD

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1. PHOTO Button ='page 59

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2. START/STOP Button

11. F. ADV Button =,page 62

3. SELF TIMER Button ,,page 38

12. m (STOP) Button

4. ZERO MEMORY Button ='page 37

13.|| (STILL) Button

5. PHOTO SEARCH Button

14.SLOW (|!_) Button

6. A.DUB Button ='page 03

15. DATE/TIME Button

7. M_ (FF) Button

16. X2 Button ='page 02

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17. W/T (Zoom) Button

(REW) Button

9. i_ (PLAY) Button

(Direction)

18. DISPLAY Button

Button ='page 01

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Preparation
It is very important to ensure that the Hand Strap has been correctly adjusted before you begin your recording.
The Hand Strap enables you to:
- Hold the Camcorder in a stable, comfortable position.
- Press the [Zoom] and [Record Start/Stop] button without having to change the position of your hand.

Hand

Strap

Adjusting

the

Hand

Strap

1. Insert the Hand Strap into the Hand Strap Hook on
the front side of the Camcorder and pull its end
through the hook.
2. Insert your hand into the Hand Strap and adjust its length for your convenience.
3. Close the Hand Strap.

Lens

Cover

Attaching

the

Lens

Cover

1. Hook up the Lens Cover with the Lens Cover Strap as illustrated.
2. Hook up the Lens Cover Strap to the Hand Strap, and adjust it following the
steps as described for the Hand Strap.
3. Close the Hand Strap.

Installing

the

Lens

Cover

after

Operation

Press buttons on both sides of the Lens Cover, then attach it to the Camcorder Lens.

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Preparation
Lithium

Battery

Installation

for the

Internal

Clock

1. Remove the Battery Pack from the rear of the Camcorder.
2. Open the Lithium Battery Cover on the rear of the Camcorder.
3. Position the Lithium Battery in the Lithium Battery Holder, with the
positive ( • ) terminal face up.
Be careful not to reverse the polarity of the Battery.
4. Close the Lithium Battery Cover.

Lithium
Battery
(SC-D375(H)/ID975

Installation
only}_

for the

Remote

Control

1. Pull out the Lithium Battery Holder toward the direction of the arrow.
2. Position the Lithium Battery in the Lithium Battery Holder, with the
positive ( • ) terminal face up.
3. Reinsert the Lithium Battery Holder.

Precaution

regarding

the

Lithium

Battery

1. The Lithium Battery maintains the clock function and preset contents of the memory; even if the Battery Pack orAC
Power adapter is removed.
2. The Lithium Battery for the Camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from time of installation.
3. When the Lithium Battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator will display <12:00 AM JAN. 1,2007> when
you set the  to . When this occurs, replace the Lithium Battery with a new one (type CR2025).
4. There is a danger of explosion if Battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
Warning: Keep the Lithium Battery out of reach of children. Should a battery be swallowed, consult a doctor
immediately.

]

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Preparation
+ Use SB-LSM80 or SB-LSM160 Battery Pack only.
+ The Battery Pack may be charged a little at the time of purchase.
Char igjn_q the

Lithium

Ion Battery

Pack

Blinking time

Charging rate

1. Turn the [Power] switch to [OFF].
Once per second
Less than 50%
2. Attach the Battery Pack to the Camcorder.
Twice per second
50% _ 75%
3. Connect the AC Power adapter (AA-E9 TYPE) to a wall
Three
times
per
second
75%
_ 90%
socket.
Blinking stops and stays on
90% _ 100%
4. Connect the DC cable to the DC jack on the
On for a second and
Error - Reset the Batlery Pack and
Camcorder.
off for a second
the DC Cable
[] The charging indicator will start to blink, showing that
the Battery is charging.
5. Press and hold the DISPLAY button while charging and the charging status will be displayed f
on the LCD screen for 7 seconds.
[] The battery charge status is given as reference and is an estimation. It may differ
depending on the Battery capacity and temperature.
6. When the Battery is fully charged, disconnect the Battery Pack and the AC Power Adapter
from the Camcorder.
Even with the Power switched Off, the Battery Pack will still discharge.
Charging,

Recording

Times

baaed

on Model

and

Battery

÷ The continuous recording times given in the table to the right are
approximations.
Actual recording time depends on usage.
,_,The continuous recording times in the operating instructions are
measured using a fully charged Battery Pack at 77 °F (25 °C).
+ Even when the Power switched Off, the Battery Pack will still
discharge if it is left attached to the device.

Type.
Time

Chargingtime

Recording
time

SB-LSM80
(AD43-00172A)

Approx.
lhr 20min

Approx.
lhr 20min

SB-LSM100
(AD43-00148A)
(Option)

Approx.
3hr

Approx.
2hr 40min

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Preparation
The amount of continuous recording time available depends on;
- The type and capacity of the Battery Pack you are using.
- Ambient temperature.
How often the Zoom function is used.
- Type of use (Camcorder/Camera/With LCD Screen etc.).
It is recommended that you have several batteries available.

I

Battery

Leve(

Disp(ay

The battery level display indicates the amount of power remaining in the Battery Pack.
a. Fully charged
b. 20~40% used
c. 40--,80% used
d. 80~95% used
e. Completely used (Blinking)
(The Camcorder will turn off soon, change the battery as soon as possible.)

Battery

Pack

a
J,

I

b
c
e

(Blinking)

Management

[] The Battery Pack should be recharged in an environment between 32 °F (0 °C) and 104 °F (40°C).
[] The life and capacity of the Battery Pack will be reduced if it is used in temperatures below 32 °F (0 °C) or left in
temperatures above 104 °F (40 °C) for a long period of time, even when it is fully recharged.
[] Do not put the Battery Pack near any heat source (i.e. fire or a heater).
[] Do not disassemble, apply pressure to, or heat the Battery Pack.
[] Do not allow the + and - terminals of the Battery Pack to be short-circuited. It may cause leakage, heat generation,
induce overheating or fire.

]

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J

Preparation
Notes
[]
[]
[]
[]

[]
[]
[]
[]
[]
[]
[]
[]

regarding

the

Battery

Pack

Please refer to the table on page 16 for approximate continuous recording time.
The recording time is affected by temperature and environmental conditions.
The recording time shortens dramatically in a cold environment. As the environmental temperature and conditions vary.
The continuous recording times in the operating instructions are measured using a fully charged Battery Pack at 77 °F
(25 °C). The remaining battery time may differ from the approximate continuous recording times given in the
instructions.
When purchasing a new battery pack, we recommend buying the same Battery Pack that is provided with this
camcorder. The Battery pack is available at SAMSUNG retailers.
When the Battery reaches the end of its life, please contact your local dealer.
The batteries have to be dealt with as chemical waste.
Make sure that the Battery Pack is fully charged before starting to record.
A brand new Battery Pack is not charged. Before using the Battery Pack, you need to charge it completely.
Fully discharging a Lithium Ion Battery damages the internal cells.
The Battery Pack may be prone to leakage when fully discharged.
To preserve battery power, keep your Camcorder turned off when you are not operating it.
If your Camcorder is in  mode, and it is left in  mode without being operated for more than 5
minutes with a tape inserted, it will automatically turn itself off to protect against unnecessary battery discharge.
Make sure that the Battery Pack is fitted firmly into place.
Do not drop the Battery Pack. Dropping the Battery Pack may damage it.

[ ENGLISH

Preparation
+ There are two types of power source that can be connected to your Camcorder.
- The AC Power Adapter: used for indoor recording.
- The Battery Pack: used for outdoor recording.
Using

a Household

Power

Source

Connect to a household power source to use the Camcorder without having to
worry about the battery power. You can keep the Battery Pack attached; the
battery power will not be consumed.

¢
PowerSwitch

1. Turn the [Power] switch to [OFF].
2. Connect the AC Power adapter (AA-E9 TYPE) to a wall socket.
[] The plug and wall socket type may differ according to your resident country.
3. Connect the DC cable to the DC jack of the Camcorder.
4. Set the Camcorder to each mode by holding down the tab on the [Power]
,
switch and turning it to the [CAMERA] or [PLAYER] mode.

+ The operating modes are determined by the position of the [Power] and [Mode] switches.
+ Set the Operation Mode by adjusting the [Power] and [Mode] switches before operating any functions.
Mode Name



'



[Powe,]Sw,toh•

'





.

FF

FF

[Mode] Switch
(SC-D375(H]/
D975 only]

"_ 0
....

+ M.Cam Mode : Memory Camera Mode / M.Player Mode : Memory Player Mode
+ The  and the  are only available on SC-D375(H)/D975.

......

,_

]

I ENGLmSH I

Preparation
+ QUICK MENU is used to access camcorder functions by using the [Q.MENU] button.
+ QUICK MENU provideseasier access to frequently used menus without using the [MENU] button.
+ Functions available using the QUICK MENU are as below:
Camera Mode
m
m
m
m
m

Setting the Back Light Compensation (BLC) _page 57
Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) _page 56
Programed Automatic Exposure Modes (Program AE) _page 48
Setting the White Balance (White Balance) _page 50
Setting the Shutter Speed (Shutter)- Can only be operated by using the QUICK MENU
_page 46
m Setting the Exposure (Exposure)- Can only be operated by using the QUICK MENU
_page 46
[] Setting the Focus (Focus) _page 47
M.Oam Mode (£C-D375(H)/D975 only)
[] Setting the Back Light Compensation (BLC) =page 57
[] Selecting the recording Photo Size (Photo Size) _page 75 (SC-D975 only)
[] Setting the White Balance (White Balance) _page 50
[] Setting the Photo Quality (Photo Quality) =page 74
[] Setting the Exposure (Exposure)- Can only be operated by using the QUICK MENU
_page 46
[] Setting the Focus (Focus) _page 47
M.Player Mode (SC-D375(H)/D975 only)
[] Playing the Moving Images (MPEG) on the Memory Card (M Play Select) _-page 85
[] Deleting Photo Images and Moving Images (Delete) _page 80
[] Protection from accidental Erasure (Protect) _,page 79
[] Marking Images for Printing (Print Mark) W.page88
For example:
Setting the White Balance
1. Press the [Q.MENU] button.
The quick menu list will appear.
2. Press the [A / _ button to select , then press the [OK] button.
3. Press the [A / T] button to select desired mode , ,  or
, then press the [OK] button.
4. To exit, press the [Q.MENU] button.

,_1
_,
\./

,_4"_
\_J

[ ENGLmSH ]

Preparation
1. Battery Level _,page 17
2. Visual Effects Mode _*page 52
EASY.Q _page 35
16:9 Wide =page 54

19. Remaining Tape (measured in
minutes)
20. Tape Counter

3. DIS _page 56

21. Zero Memory _page 37
(SC-D375(H)/D975 only)

4. Program AE =page 48

22. Record Speed Mode _page 43

5. White Balance Mode _page 50

23. Operating

6. Shutter Speed _page 46

24. Self Timer _page 38
(SC-D375(H)/D975 only)

7. Exposure

W,page 46

Mode

8. Manual Focus _page 47

25. Still image recording

9. Date/Time _page 30

26. Tele Macro _page 55

10. Zoom Position

_,page 39

11. COLOR NITE _pages

41

_page 59
2--

6--S

27. Dubbed Audio Playback
_page 64

7--

28. DEW _page 6

12. USB _page 96
(SC-D375(H)/D975 only)

29. Volume Control _page 60

13. Remote _,page 24
(SC-D375(H)/D975 only)

30. Message Line _page 103

14. WindCut

32. DV IN (DV data transfer
_page 92

31 Warning Indicator

Plus _,page 44

15. BLC (Back Light Compensation)
_page 57
16. Light _,page 42
(SC-D372/D375(H)/D975
17. Real Stereo _page 45

FAS_tQ

10

8

1/6o @_O

@[20]@_O
OSD in Player Made

_page 103
mode)

33. AV IN _page 69 (SC-D975 only)
34. Voice+ Indicator

only)

OSD in Camera Made

_page 67

35. Audio Dubbing _page 63
(SC-D375(H)/D975 only)
30

18. Audio Mode _page 43
[ Notes ]
[] OSD (On Screen Display) items shown here are based an model SC-D375.
[] The above screen is an example; it is different from the actual display.

31

I ENGUSH

I

Preparation
1. Photo Quality =_page 74
2. CARD (Memory Card) Indicator
3. Image Counter (Total number of
recordable photo images)
4. Image Recording and Loading
Indicator
5. Erase Protection Indicator _page 79
6. Print Mark _page 88
7. Folder Number - File Number
_page 76
8. Photo Size _page 75 (SC-D975 only)
9. Slide Show _page 78

OSD in M.Cam Mode
4

OSD in M.Rayer Mode

3

9

_

No Memory Card !

®[2o]
_
_2:00AMJAN
_.2007
®[20] e_o

[ Notes ]
[] OSD (On Screen Display) items shown here are based on model SC-D375.
[] The above screen is an example; it is different from the actual display,

+ The on-screen display can be turned on or off by pressing the button.
Turning

OSD

On/Off

Press the [DISPLAY] button.
[] Each press of the button toggles the OSD function on and off.
[] When you turn the OSD off,
In : The STBY, REC modes are always displayed on the screen, even
when the OSD is turned off.
In : When you press any Function Button, it is displayed on the OSD for 3 seconds before it turns off.
Turning
the Date/Time
On/Off
To turn the Date/'Rme on or off, access the menu and change the 

mode. _page 30

[ ENGLISH

Initial Setting : System Menu Setting
+ Clock setup works in ///
modes. _page 19
+ The Date/Time is automatically recorded onto a tape. Before recording, please set
the . _page 30

'\4>/
_

ii$_

1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] or [PLAYER].

r

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

I

3. Press the [MENU] button.
" The menu list will appear.

_o,,

°

b,on_'On

Language

_'Eng[ish

L_t_at ..... On

_Move _Sefeot _E×_t
" ..............................................................................................

4. Press the [A / T] button to select , then press the [OK] button.
5. Press the [A / T] button to select , then press the [OK] button.
[] The year will be highlighted first.
6. Press the [A / T] button to set current , then press the [OK] button,
[] The month will be highlighted.
7. You can set the month, day, hour and minute following the same procedure after
setting the year.

shutte,
So_,_
\_Move

_Select _Exit

/

_'

8. Press the [OK] button after setting the minutes.
[] A message  is displayed.
[] To adjust the clock, select the Year, Month, Day, Hour or Min by pressing the
[OK] button, then press the [A/T]
button to set respective values.
9. To exit, press the [MENU] button.
[ Notes ]
[] After the Lithium Battery loses its charge (after about 6 months), the date/time
appears on the screen as <12:00 AM JAN. 1,2007>.
[] You can set the year up to 2037.
[] If the Lithium Battery is not installed, any inputted data will not be backed up.

_Adjust

_

_--

_lect

_Exit

Shutter Soulld

Display

illustrations

in this

manual

OSD illustrations of SC-D375 are used in this manual.
- Some of the OSD items shown in this manual may differ slightly from the actual
items on your camcorder.

Comp,_t_,
"

_Mo_e

_Se_oot _E×_t

/

,

I ENGLmSH I

Initial Setting

: System Menu Setting

+ The Remote function works in ///
modes.
_page 19
+ The Remote function allows you to enable or disable the remote control for use with
the Camcorder.

1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] or [PLAYER].
2. Set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE] or [CARD].
3. Press the [MENU] button.
[] The menu list will appear.
4. Press the [A / T] button to select , then press the [OK] button.
I_On
I_On

5. Press the [A / T] button to select , then press the [OK] button.

_'English
I_On

6. Press the [A / T] button to select  or , then press the [OK] button.
I_

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

f

Move

_

Select

_Exit

J

\
m

[ Note ]
If you set the  to  in the menu and try to use it, the remote control icon
(4) will blink for 3 seconds on the LCD Screen and then disappear.

Camera Mode

_&l

BeepSound

@

Shutter Sound
Language
Demonstratbn

_Move
'\

_

Select

_Exit
/

[ ENGLmSH ]

Initial Setting : System Menu Setting
+ The Beep Sound function works in ///
modes.
_page 19
+ You can turn the Beep Sound on or off, when on, each press of a button sounds a beep.

1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] or [PLAYER].
2. Set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE] or [CARD]. (SC-D375(H)/D975 only)
3. Press the [MENU] button.
[] The menu list will appear.
4. Press the [_ / T] button to select , then press the [OK] button.
5. Press the [A / T] button to select , then press the [OK] button.
6. Press the [A / T] button to select  or , then press the [OK] button.
7. To exit, press the [MENU] button.

I ENGLmSH I

Initial Setting

: System Menu Setting

+ The Shutter Sound function works in //
modes. _page 19
+ You can turn the Shutter Sound on or off, when on, with each press of the [PHOTO]
button, the Shutter will sound.

1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] or [PLAYER].
2. If the [Power] switch to [CAMERA], set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE] or [CARD].
If the [Power] switch to [PLAYER], set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE].
3. Press the [MENU] button.
[] The menu list will appear.
4. Press the [A / T] button to select , then press the [OK] button.
5. Press the [A / T] button to select , then press the [OK] button.
6. Press the [A / T] button to select  or , then press the [OK] button.
7. To exit, press the [MENU] button.

i _Move
\

,A

_

Select

_Exit
/

[ ENGLISH

]

Initial Setting : System Menu Setting
+ The Language function works in ///
modes.
_page 19
+ You can select the desired language to display the menu screen and the messages.

1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] or [PLAYER].
2. Set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE] or [CARD]. (SC-D375(H)/D975 only)
3. Press the [MENU] button.
[] The menu list will appear.
4. Press the [_. / V] button to select , then press the [OK] button.
5. Press the [A / T] button to select , then press the [OK] button.
[] The available language options are listed.
[] English / Frangais / Espa_ol / Deutsch / Italiano / Portugu_s / Polski / Nederlands /
Magyar / Svenska / _:
/"l:a_/ _.;._1 / _,_t_ / PyCCKH_/ YKpa'I"HCbKa
/ _0t
/
Suomi /TOrkge / Norwegian / Danish

_On
_'On

|
_Move
\

6. Press the [A/T]
button to select the desired OSD language, then press the [OK] button.
[] The OSD language is refreshed in the selected language.
7. To exit, press the [MENU] button.

[ Note ]
Languageoptionsmay be changedwithoutprior notice.

Language

.....on

_Select

_-English

_Exit
J

I ENGLBH

I

Initial Setting

: System Menu Setting

+ Demonstration automatically shows you the major functions that are included with your
Camcorder so that you may use them more easily.
+ The Demonstration function may only be used in the  mode without a tape
inserted in the Camcorder. _,page 19
+ Before you begin: Make sure that there is no tape inserted in the Camcorder. _page 32
+ The Demonstration operates repeatedly until the Demonstration mode is switched Off.
1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA].
2. Set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE]. (SC-D375(H)/D975 only)
3. Press the [MENU] button.
[] The menu list will appear.

_On
_'On

4. Press the [A / T] button to select , then press the [OK] button.
5. Press the [A / T] button to select ,

_

then press the [OK] button.

_Move
\_

_'Engllsh
_

Select

i

_Exit

)
J

6. Press the [A / T] button to select , then press the [OK] button.
7. Press the [MENU] button.
[] The Demonstration will begin.

i

c_ set

i

8. To quit the Demonstration, press the [MENU] button.
i Illl_
[ Notes ]
[] The Demonstration function is automatically activated when the Camcorder is left idle
for more than 10 minutes after switching to the  mode (if no tape is inserted
in the Camcorder).
[] If you press other buttons (FADE, C.NITE, EASY.Q) during the Demonstration mode,
the demonstration stops temporarily and resumes 10 minutes later if you do not operate
any other functions.

i _Move

i
_

Select

_Ex[t

,i

[ ENGLmSH

Initial Setting : Display Menu Setting
+ Adjusting the LCD Screen works in ///
modes.
_page 19
+ Your Camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inch (SC-D371 only) / 2.7 inch wide (SC-D372/
D375(H)/D975 only) color Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Screen, which enables you to
view what you are recording or playing back directly.
+ Depending on the conditions under which you are using the Camcorder (indoors or
outdoors for example), you can adjust;
- 
- 
1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] or [PLAYER].
2. Set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE] or [CARD]. (SC-D375(H)/D975 only)
3. Press the [MENU] button.
[] The menu list will appear.
4. Press the [_ / T] button to select , then press the [OK] button.
5. Press the [A / T] button to select the item you want to adjust  or
, then press the [OK] button.
6. Press the [A / T] button to adjust the value of the selected item  or
, then press the [OK] button.
[] You can set values for  and  between <0> ~ <35>.
7. To exit, press the [MENU] button.
[] Adjusting the LCD Screen does not affect the brightness and color of the image to be
recorded.

_Mo,,e _Se_ect _E×_t

A

I ENGLISH

I

Initial Setting

: Display Menu Setting

+ The Date/Time function works in ///
modes.
_page 19
+ The date and time are automatically recorded on a special data area of the tape.

1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] or [PLAYER].
2. Set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE] or [CARD]. (SC-D375(H)/D975 only)
3. Press the [MENU] button.
[] The menu list will appear.
4. Press the [A / V] button to select , then press the [OK] button.
5. Press the [A / T] button to select , then press the [OK] button.
6. Press the [A / T] button to select the Date/Time display type, then press the [OK]
button.
[] Date/Time display type: , ,
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