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Samsung SC-M102 Owner's Instruction Book

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THE CAM IS MANUFACTURED BY:
SERVICE DIVISION
400 Valley Road, Suite 201, Mt. Arlington N.J. 07856
Tel: 1-800-SAMSUNG
*Samsung Electronics' Internet Home Page
http://www.samsungusa.com
ELECTRONICS
(1-800-726-7864)
ENGLISH
Digital Video CAM
SC-M102/M105/M110
AF
Auto Focus
CCD
Charge Coupled Device
LCD
Liquid Crystal Display
Owner's Instruction Book
Before operating the unit, please read this
Instruction Book thoroughly, and retain it for
future reference.
US PATENT 4415844
AD68-00814F
ENGLISH
ELECTRONICS

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  • Page 1 400 Valley Road, Suite 201, Mt. Arlington N.J. 07856 Tel: 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864) Owner’s Instruction Book Before operating the unit, please read this Instruction Book thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. ELECTRONICS US PATENT 4415844 *Samsung Electronics’ Internet Home Page http://www.samsungusa.com AD68-00814F...
  • Page 2 ENGLISH ENGLISH Notices and Safety Precautions Notices and Safety Instructions Notices and Safety Instructions 9. VENTILATION: 13. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING: Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the CAM, be sure This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated CAUTION reliable operation of the CAM and to protect it from overheating.
  • Page 3 OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL, STATE OR FEDERAL LAWS. in a fire or electric shock. 21. SAFETY CHECK: For details see lamprecycle.org, eiae.org, or call 1-800-Samsung. FCC Warning Never spill liquids of any kind onto the CAM. Should spillage occur, The user is cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by Upon completion of any service or repairs to the CAM, ask the service unplug unit and have it checked by a technician before use.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    ENGLISH ENGLISH Contents Contents Notice and Safety Precautions Getting Started Precautions on the CAM Care ....................................8 Before You Start Operating the CAM..................................23 Notes Regarding COPYRIGHT....................................9 Using the Function Button......................................24 Notes Regarding Moisture Condensation.................................9 Using the Display Button ......................................25 Notes Regarding the CAM......................................9 Adjusting the LCD Monitor .......................................26 Notes Regarding the Battery Pack...................................10 Structure of the Folders and Files ...................................27...
  • Page 5 ENGLISH ENGLISH Contents Contents Selecting File Options .......................................74 Photo Mode Deleting Music files .......................................74 Capturing.............................................52 Locking Music files........................................75 Capturing Images........................................52 Copying Music files .......................................76 Zooming In and Out ......................................53 Viewing ............................................54 Voice Recorder Mode Viewing Photo files on the LCD Monitor................................54 Recording............................................77 Selecting File Options .......................................55 Recording Voice........................................77...
  • Page 6 ENGLISH ENGLISH Contents Contents Setting the System........................................94 Printing Photos.........................................115 Setting the Auto Shut off.......................................94 Printhing with Pictbridge Function ..................................115 Setting the Demo Function ....................................95 Printing Photos with DPOF Files ..................................116 Selecting Language ......................................96 Maintenance Setting Start-up Mode......................................97 Setting the Sound .........................................98 Cleaning and Maintaining the CAM..................................117 Viewing Version Information ....................................99 After using the CAM......................................117...

  • Page 7: Notice And Safety Precautions

    3 feet from your subject. For Example: If the device is not working properly, please consult your nearest dealer or authorized Samsung service facility. Disassembling the device yourself may cause irrecoverable damage which will be difficult to repair. Entering or leaving a heated place on a cold day might cause condensation inside the product.

  • Page 8: Notes Regarding The Battery Pack

    ENGLISH ENGLISH Notices and Safety Precautions Notices and Safety Precautions Notes Regarding the Battery Pack Notes Regarding the Lens Make sure the battery pack is fully charged before starting to record. Do not film with the camera lens pointing directly at the sun. To preserve battery power, keep the CAM turned off when you are not operating it.

  • Page 9: Getting To Know The Cam

    ENGLISH ENGLISH Getting to Know Your the CAM Getting to Know the CAM Features Accessories Supplied with the CAM Integrated Digital CAM/DSC operation Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your digital CAM. An integrated digital imaging device that easily converts between a Digital CAM and a Digital Still Camera with comfortable and easy recording.
  • Page 10 ENGLISH ENGLISH Name of Each Part Name of Each Part Rear & Left View Right & Bottom View 7. Back( ) / Left / Multi-Play Mode button 6. Back/Multi-Play Mode button 1. Built-in MIC 1. Built-in MIC Hanging Lens Cover on the CAM 8.
  • Page 11 ENGLISH ENGLISH Name of Each Part: LCD Display Name of Each Part: LCD Display OSD (On Screen Display in Photo Capture Mode / Photo View Mode) OSD (On Screen Display in Video Record Mode / Video Play Mode) Video Record Mode Video Play Mode Video Play Mode Photo Capture Mode...
  • Page 12 ENGLISH ENGLISH Name of Each Part: LCD Display How to Use the Battery Pack OSD (On Screen Display in MP3 Play Mode / Voice Record / Play Mode) Battery Pack Installation / Ejection It is recommeded you purchase one or more additional battery packs to allow continuos use of your CAM. MP3 Play Mode Voice Record Mode Voice Play Mode...
  • Page 13 Charging time based on battery type Prepare an extra battery if you use the CAM outdoors. Capacity Power On Power Off Contact the Samsung service center to purchase new battery pack. SB-P90A (900mAh) 6 hr. 30 min 1 hr. 40 min SB-P18A (1800mAh) (option) 13 hr.
  • Page 14 ENGLISH ENGLISH How to Use the Battery Pack Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack Before You Start Operating the CAM Before using the CAM, refer to this page for easy operation. The Memory Stick is an optional accessory. Move [Mode Selector] up to turn the CAM off. Charging through the cradle 1.

  • Page 15: Recording

    ENGLISH ENGLISH Getting Started Getting Started Using the Function Button Using the Display button The Function button is used to make a selection, move the cursor, select the functions and exit from the menu. You can use various functions pressing the [Display] button. 1.
  • Page 16 ENGLISH ENGLISH Getting Started Getting Started Adjusting the LCD Monitor Structure of the Folders and Files Your the CAM is equipped with a color Liquid Crystal Display monitor, which enables you to view directly what you are recording The video files and photo files are stored in internal memory, Memory Stick or Memory Stick Pro as below. or playing back.
  • Page 17 ENGLISH ENGLISH Getting Started Getting Started Recording Time and Capacity Video Record Photo Capture Voice Record Super Fine Fine Normal Quality Capacity Capacity Media Capacity Media Media Time 1280 960 800 600 640 480 256MB 22min. 44sec 5min. 41sec 34min. 8sec 8min.
  • Page 18 The data stored on the card may be changed or lost as a result of misuse, static electricity, You can select external or interal memory. electric noise or repair. Save important files separately. Storage Type External Samsung is not responsible for data loss due to misuse. Format Internal Note Back Memory Stick and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

  • Page 19: Recording

    ENGLISH Getting Started 2 Different Operations Video Mode There is two ways of navigating on Mode Selection screen for your convenience. You can select the way you prefer. Mode Selection Recording ........34 Select the modes moving the [ / ] switch and pressing the [OK] button.

  • Page 20: Zooming In And Out

    ENGLISH ENGLISH Video Mode : Recording Video Mode : Recording Recording Zooming In and Out You can record moving person and objects and store it in memory. Zooming technique lets you change the size of the subject captured in a scene. 1.

  • Page 21: Playing

    ENGLISH ENGLISH Video Mode : Playing Video Mode : Playing The button and switch you use when playing the video file Playing on the LCD Monitor OK button [ ]: Play or pause the video file It is handy and practical to view video files using the LCD monitor almost anywhere such as in a car, indoors or outdoors. RPS switch [ ]: Reverse picture search (RPS rate: -X2, -X4, -X8, -X16, -X32, -X64, -X128) 1.

  • Page 22: Selecting File Options

    ENGLISH ENGLISH Video Mode : Selecting File Options Video Mode : Selecting File Options Deleting Video files Locking Video files You can delete video files in <File Options>. You can lock the important video file to prevent accidental deletion. 1. Move [Mode Selector] down to turn on the CAM. 1.

  • Page 23: Copying Video Files

    ENGLISH ENGLISH Video Mode : Selecting File Options Video Mode : Setting Various Functions Copying Video files Setting the Video file Size You can copy the video file to the internal or external memory. You can set the file size for video files. The number of stored files varies depending on the memory stick capacity and video file size.

  • Page 24: Setting The Video File Quality

    ENGLISH ENGLISH Video Mode : Setting Various Functions Video Mode : Setting Various Functions Setting the Video file Quality Setting the Focus You can set the quality for video files. The number of stored files varies depending You can set the focus depending on the subject or the environment. In most situations, on the Memory Stick capacity and video file quality.

  • Page 25: Setting The Eis (Electrical Image Stabilizer)

    ENGLISH ENGLISH Video Mode : Setting Various Functions Video Mode : Setting Various Functions Setting the EIS (Electrical Image Stabilizer) Setting the White Balance The Electrical Image Stabilizer is a function that compensate for shakings or hand movements while recording. The color balance may vary depending on the lighting conditions.

  • Page 26: Setting The Program Ae (Programmed Auto Exposure)

    ENGLISH ENGLISH Video Mode : Setting Various Functions Video Mode : Setting Various Functions Setting the Program AE (Programmed Auto Exposure) Setting the BLC (Backlight Compensation) It allows you to adjust the shutter speed and aperture setting to suit different conditions. The Backlight Compensation function helps to make the subject brighter when the subject is in front of a window or the subject is too dark to distinguish.

  • Page 27: Setting The Effect

    ENGLISH ENGLISH Video Mode : Setting Various Functions Video Mode : Setting Various Functions Setting the Effect Setting the Digital Zoom You can create professional looking effect on your video file. You can magnify optical zoom(10x) digitally. The Digital Zoom processes data to enlarge the center portion of the image to fill the frame may produce a less detailed and slightly grainy picture.
  • Page 28 ENGLISH MEMO Photo Mode Capturing ........52 Capturing Images .
  • Page 29 ENGLISH ENGLISH Photo Mode : Capturing Photo Mode : Capturing Capturing Images Zooming In and Out You can take pictures as well as you can record files. Zooming technique lets you change the size of the subject captured in a scene. 1.

  • Page 30: Photo Mode Selecting File Options

    ENGLISH ENGLISH Photo Mode : Viewing Photo Mode : Selecting File Options Viewing Photo files on the LCD Monitor Deleting Photo files It is handy and practical to view pictures using the LCD monitor almost anywhere such as in a car, indoors or outdoors. You can delete photo files or pictures in <File Options>.
  • Page 31 ENGLISH ENGLISH Photo Mode : Selecting File Options Photo Mode : Selecting File Options Locking Photo files Setting DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) Function You can lock the important photo file not to be deleted. You can print photos(DPOF files) connecting the CAM to DPOF compatible printer directly with the USB cable or inserting the memory stick.
  • Page 32 ENGLISH ENGLISH Photo Mode : Selecting File Options Photo Mode : Setting Various Functions Copying Photo files Setting the Photo file Size You can copy photo files to the internal or external memory. You can set the photo files size. The number of stored files varies depending on the Memory Stick capacity, photo files size. 1.
  • Page 33 ENGLISH ENGLISH Photo Mode : Setting Various Functions Photo Mode: Setting Various Functions Setting the Flash Setting the Focus The Flash works only in Photo Mode and allows the user to take brighter photos in dark place You can set the focus depending on the subject or the environment. such as in the night, indoor and in shade areas.
  • Page 34 ENGLISH ENGLISH Photo Mode : Setting Various Functions Photo Mode : Setting Various Functions Setting the EIS (Electrical Image Stabilizer) Setting the White Balance The Electrical Image Stabilizer is a function that compensate for shakings or hand movements while taking pictures. The color balance may vary depending on the lighting conditions.
  • Page 35 ENGLISH ENGLISH Photo Mode : Setting Various Functions Photo Mode : Setting Various Functions Setting the Program AE (Programmed Auto Exposure) Setting the BLC (Backlight Compensation) It allows you to adjust the shutter speed and aperture setting to suit different conditions. The Backlight Compensation function helps to make the subject brighter when the subject is in front of a window or the subject is too dark to distinguish.
  • Page 36 ENGLISH ENGLISH Photo Mode : Setting Various Functions Photo Mode : Setting Various Functions Setting the Effect Setting the Digital Zoom You can create professional looking effect on your photo files. You can magnify optical zoom(x10) digitally. The Digital Zoom processes data to enlarge the center portion of the image to fill the frame may produce a less detailed and slightly grainy photos.
  • Page 37 ENGLISH MEMO MP3 / Voice Recorder Mode / Using File Browser MP3 Mode Storing Music in the CAM ..... . 70 Copying Music files to the CAM .
  • Page 38 ENGLISH ENGLISH MP3 Mode : Storing Music in the CAM MP3 Mode : Playing Copying Music files to the CAM Playing Music files You can transfer music files from your PC to the internal memory, Memory Stick or Memory Stick Pro. For copying music files, You can hear the music copied from your PC directly or with the Memory Stick.
  • Page 39 ENGLISH ENGLISH MP3 Mode : Selecting Play Options MP3 Mode : Selecting Play Options Setting Random Play Setting Repeat Play You can play the music randomly. You can play the only one or all music repeatedly. 1. Connect the earphones to the CAM. 1.

  • Page 40: Deleting Music Files

    ENGLISH ENGLISH MP3 Mode : Selecting File Options MP3 Mode : Selecting File Options Deleting Music files Locking Music files You can delete the music file you want. You can lock the important music file not to be deleted. 1. Move [Mode Selector] down to turn on the CAM and move it down again. 1.

  • Page 41: Copying Music Files

    ENGLISH ENGLISH MP3 Mode : Selecting File Options Voice Recorder Mode : Recording Copying Music files Recording Voice You can copy the music file to the internal or external memory. You can record voice using the built-in microphone in the CAM. 1.

  • Page 42: Playing Voice Files

    ENGLISH ENGLISH Voice Recorder Mode : Playing Voice Recorder Mode : Selecting File Options Playing Voice files Deleting Voice files You can hear the recorded voice connecting earphones. You can delete voice files you want. 1. Move [Mode Selector] down to turn on the CAM and move it down again. 1.

  • Page 43: Locking Voice Files

    ENGLISH ENGLISH Voice Recorder Mode : Selecting File Options Voice Recorder Mode : Selecting File Options Locking Voice files Copying Voice files You can lock the important voice file not to be deleted. You can copy the voice file to the internal or external memory. 1.

  • Page 44: Using File Browser

    ENGLISH ENGLISH Using File Browser Using File Browser Deleting Files or Folders Locking Files You can delete the file(AVI, MP3, JPEG, WAV) or folders you recorded. You can lock the important video files or photo files not to be deleted. 1.

  • Page 45: Copying Files Or Folders

    ENGLISH ENGLISH Using File Browser Using File Browser Copying Files or Folders Viewing File Information You can copy the file or folder to the internal or external memory. You can see the file name, format, size and date. 1. Move the [Mode Selector] down to turn on the CAM and press it again. 1.

  • Page 46: Setting The Cam

    ENGLISH MEMO Setting the CAM Adjusting the LCD Monitor ..... 88 Adjusting the LCD Brightness ..... 88 Adjusting the LCD Color .

  • Page 47: Adjusting The Lcd Brightness

    ENGLISH ENGLISH Setting Your the CAM : Adjusting the LCD Monitor Setting Your the CAM : Adjusting the LCD Monitor Adjusting the LCD Brightness Adjusting the LCD Color You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor depending on the situation. You can adjust the color of the LCD monitor depending on the situation.

  • Page 48: Setting Date

    ENGLISH ENGLISH Setting the CAM : Adjusting Date/Time Setting the CAM : Adjusting Date/Time Setting Time Setting Date The built-in clock creates the time stamp. You can adjust the time you use. The built-in calendar creates the date stamp. You can adjust the date you use. 1.

  • Page 49: Setting Date Format

    ENGLISH ENGLISH Setting the CAM : Adjusting Date/Time Setting the CAM : Adjusting Date/Time Setting Date Format Setting Time Format You can select the date format to display. You can select the time format to display. 1. Move [Mode Selector] down to turn on the CAM and move it down again. 1.

  • Page 50: Setting The System

    ENGLISH ENGLISH Setting the CAM : Setting the System Setting the CAM : Setting the System Setting the Auto Shut off Setting the Demo Function To save energy or battery, you can set the Auto Shut off function. You can view the various functions for 5 minutes that are supported by the CAM if you set the Demo Function. 1.

  • Page 51: Selecting Language

    ENGLISH ENGLISH Setting the CAM : Setting the System Setting the CAM : Setting the System Selecting Language Setting Start-up Mode You can select a language for the OSD(On-screen Display) menu. You can select the starting mode displayed when you turn the CAM on. Menus and messages can be displayed in English and Korean.

  • Page 52: Setting The Sound

    On: Turn the effect sound on. Settings: System Settings: System Off: Turn the effect sound off. Auto Shut off Demo Samsung Elec. Co. LTD 6. Press the [Menu] button to finish setting. Spider 0.9.1 Demo Language English Aug 18 2004 Wed 14:56:13...
  • Page 53 ENGLISH ENGLISH Setting the CAM : Setting Memory Setting the CAM : Setting Memory Selecting the Storage Type Formatting the Memory Select the storage type(internal or Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro) before recording or taking pictures. You can format the internal memory, Memory Stick or the Memory Stick Pro to erase all files. 1.
  • Page 54 ENGLISH ENGLISH Setting the CAM : Using USB Mode Setting the CAM : Using USB Mode Storing Files to the External Memory Using PC Cam You can use this the CAM as a PC camera for video chatting, video conference and other PC camera applications. 1.
  • Page 55 ENGLISH Setting the CAM : Using USB Mode Miscellaneous Connecting the CAM to a Printer Information By connecting the CAM to printers with PictBridge support (sold separately), you can send images from the internal memory or external memory (Memory Stick or Memory Stick Pro) directly to USB Mode the printer with a few simple operations.
  • Page 56 ENGLISH ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information Miscellaneous Information: Connecting the CAM with other Devices Selecting Line In/Out Connecting the CAM to TV If you want to play your recorded file on TV monitor, select Line Out. If you record TV program to the CAM, select Line In. You can connect the CAM to a TV set directly.
  • Page 57 ENGLISH ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information: Connecting the CAM with other Devices Miscellaneous Information: Connecting the CAM with other Devices Playing Video files on a TV Monitor Connecting the CAM to VCR or DVD Recorder You can view the recorded file on a TV Monitor using Video/Audio cable. You can connect the CAM to VCR to copy the recorded files to the video tape.
  • Page 58 ENGLISH ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information: Connecting the CAM with other Devices Miscellaneous Information: Connecting the CAM with other Devices Copying Video files to a VCR Tape Recording TV program to the CAM You can copy your recorded files to a regular blank video tape. Connect the CAM to a VCR using the Audio/Video cable before You can record the TV program to the CAM using Video/Audio cable.
  • Page 59 ENGLISH ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information: Installing Programs Miscellaneous Information: Installing Programs Installing Image Mixer Installing Windows98SE Driver You can edit the video file with this program. To use the USB cable, you may need to install the Windows98SE Driver. Windows Before you begin! 1.
  • Page 60 ENGLISH ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information: Connecting the CAM with other Devices Miscellaneous Information: Printing Photos Connecting the CAM to a PC using the USB cable Printing with Pictbridge Function You can connect the CAM to a PC that supports USB connections. With the Pictbridge Support, you can control the printer directly through Use the provided USB cable for connection to a PC.

  • Page 61: After Using The Cam

    ENGLISH ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information: Printing Photos Maintenance : Cleaning and Maintaining the CAM Printing Photos with DPOF Files After Using the CAM DPOF (Digital Printing Order Format) defines the print information for the specific photos and number of each photo For the safekeeping of the CAM, follow these steps.
  • Page 62 ENGLISH ENGLISH Maintenance : Cleaning and Maintaining the CAM Maintenance : Cleaning and Maintaining the CAM Cleaning the Body Using the CAM Abroad To Clean the Exterior of the CAM Each country or region has its own electric and color systems. To clean the exterior, use a soft dry cloth.
  • Page 63 Memory stick cannot be played The Video Mode is selected Select ‘Photo Mode’ and select ‘View’ If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung dealer or authorized service center/personnel. back (Photo mode) No picture is taken when is fully...
  • Page 64 ENGLISH ENGLISH Using the Menu Using the Menu Video Photo Voice Recorder File Browser System Settings USB Mode Program AE White Balance 1. Record 1. Capture 1. Play Options 1. Record 1. Delete 1. Display 3. System 1. MassStorage Auto Auto 2.
  • Page 65 ENGLISH ENGLISH Specifications Specifications Model Name SC-M102/SC-M105/SC-M110 Model Name SC-M102/SC-M105/SC-M110 the CAM System The CAM Connectors Video Recording System MPEG4 AVI Format 3.5 Special Mini jack, Video (1.0Vp_p, 75 ), AV Input/Output Photo System JPEG (DPOF, Exif 2.2) Audio (-7.5dBm 47K , Stereo)
  • Page 66 ENGLISH ENGLISH Index Index EIS ....................44, 62 Menu button ..................14 Storage type..................100 - A - MF ....................43, 61 AF....................43, 61 Auto Shut off ..................94 - T - - F - Time......................90 File Browser ..................82 Troubleshooting..................120 - O - Flash.....................60 OSD......................16 - B - Focus....................43, 61 BLC ....................47, 65...
  • Page 67 MEMO SAMSUNG LIMITED WARRANTY SAMSUNG Electronics America Inc. (SEA), warrants that this product is free from defective material and workmanship. SEA further warrants that if product fails to operate properly within the specified warranty period and the failure is due to improper workmanship or defective material, SEA will repair or replace the product at its option.

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