SHERWOOD NEWCASTLE SD-860. SITRONICS DV-4301. XORO HSD 8500. YAMAHA DVD-S1700. YAMAHA DVD-S2700. 52. 153. 154. 53. 54 FINAL S220. HECO CELAN SUB 38A. INFINITY CASCADE MODEL 12. JBL L8400P. KEF HTB-2. KLIPSCH RW-10D. M&K VX-1250SFX THX. PARADIGM SERVO-15 V.2. POLK AUDIO PSW1000. REL BRITANNIA B3. TRIANGLE METEOR 0.2.5. YAMAHA SOAVO-900SW. KEF FIVETWO MODEL 11 KEF FIVETWO MODEL 7. MIRAGE OMD-15. MIRAGE OMD-28. MIRAGE OMD-5. MIRAGE OMD-C1. MIRAGE OMD-C2. MIRAGE OMD-R. 31. 33. 32. 27. 87. 37. 40. 39. 28. 30. 38. 34. 87. 87. 89. 89. 89. 89. 89. 89 SONY DCR-DVD508E/DVD408E/DVD308E. SONY DCR-HC48E/HC38E/HC28E. SONY DCR-SR300E/DCR-SR200E. SONY DCR-SR82E/SR62E/SR42E. SONY HDR-HC7E/HDR-HC5E. SONY HDR-UX5E. SONY HDR-UX7E. 206. 206. 205. 205. 206. 206. 206

NAD C525BEE. 86

INFOCUS PLAY BIG IN72. 85 JVC DLA-HD1. 56
COWON IAUDIO D2. CREATIVE ZEN V PLUS DAZED V-73. HYUNDAI H-F1009. IRIVER S10. NEXX NF-910. RITMIX RF-7000. SAMSUNG YP-K3. SAMSUNG YP-K5. SAMSUNG YP-T9.. 176. 177. 174. 180. 178. 179. 175. 173. 173. 173, 181
QED BRONZE SPECIAL EDITION. QED GENESIS SILVER SPIRAL. QED MICRO. QED QUNEX 1. QED QUNEX 2. QED QUNEX HDMI-P. QED QUNEX OT. QED QUNEX P-CV1 P-CV2. QED QUNEX P-SW. QED QUNEX SILVER SPIRAL. QED QUNEX SR75. QED QUNEX TTV TTVE. QED SILVER ANNIVERSARY. QED SILVER ANNIVERSARY-XT. QED SQART AV21. QED SQART P21. QED X-TUBE XT-300. QED X-TUBE XT-350. QED X-TUBE XT-400. 18. 18. 18. 18. 19. 19. 19. 19. 18. 19. 19. 19. 18. 18. 19. 19. 18. 18. 18. 84. 81. 82. 83. 80
AKG K 14. AKG K 26. AUDIO TECHNICA ATH-9 AUDIO-TECHNICA ATH-CM7 BBK EP-2501. CREATIVE HQ-140. CREATIVE ZEN AURVANA. CRESYN AXE-600. CRESYN LMX-MH41. JBL REFERENCE 220. JVC HA-FX77. JVC HA-NC80. JVC HA-S350. KOSS P14. MB QUART QP-450 PRO. 192. 194. 194. 190. 195. 195. 190. 191. 196. 192. 191. 193. 196. 193. 197
JVC EX-A3. 144 JVC NX-PS1. 144 JVC UX-DM8. 144

JVC DX-U10. 144

BBK DL3103SI. DVTECH DP850. HYUNDAI H-LCDVD703 NEXTBASE SDV 1102-A ODEON SDP-1280. PHANTOM PDVD-921. VELAS VDP-920.. 165. 166. 167. 168. 169. 170. 171

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Copying Still Images from a Cassette to a Memory Card (Photo Copy)...87 Marking Images for Printing (Print Mark).88 Removing the Print Mark..88 PictBridgeTM (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only)..89 Printing Your Pictures Using the PictBridgeTM..89 Connecting To a Printer..89 Selecting Images...90 Setting the Number of Prints..90 Setting the Date/Time Imprint Option..90 Printing Images...90 Canceling the Printing..90 IEEE 1394 Data Transfer..91 Transferring IEEE1394 (i.LINK)-DV Standard Data Connections....91 Connecting to a DV Device (DVD Recorder, Camcorder, etc.).91 Connecting to a PC...91 System Requirements...91 Recording with a DV Connection Cable (VP-D371i/D371Wi/D372WHi/D375Wi/D975Wi only).92 USB Interface (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only)..93 Using USB Interface...93 Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection.93 USB Connection Speed depending on the System..93 System Requirements...Selecting the USB Device (USB Connect)..94 Installing DV Media PRO Program...95 Connecting to a PC...96 Disconnecting the USB Cable..96 Using the PC Camera Function..97 Using the USB Streaming Function..98 Using the removable Disk Function..98 Maintenance...99 After Finishing a Recording...99 Usable Cassette Tapes...99 Cleaning and Maintaining the Camcorder..100 Using Your Camcorder Abroad..101 Troubleshooting...102 Troubleshooting...102 Self Diagnosis Display..102 Self Diagnosis Display in M.Cam/M.Player Modes (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only)...103 Setting menu items...105 Specifications... 107 Index... 108 Power Sources (United Kingdom Only)..109

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Notes and Safety Instructions
Notes regarding the Rotation of the LCD Screen
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 to the Camcorder with your finger. 2. Rotate it to the best angle to record or play. I If you rotate the LCD Screen 180 degrees so it is facing forward, you can close the LCD Screen with the display facing out. I This is convenient during playback operations. [ Note ] Refer to page 29 to adjust brightness and colour of the LCD Screen.
Notes regarding the LCD Screen, Viewfinder, Lens
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 colour) 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.
Notes regarding the Video Head Cleaning
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 regarding Camcorder
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 (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. To disconnect the apparatus from the mains, the plug must be pulled out from the mains socket, therefore the mains plug shall be readily operable.
Notices regarding Copyright
Television programmes, video tapes, DVD titles, films, and other programme 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.
Servicing & Replacement Parts

I I I I I

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.
Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should not be disposed with other household wastes at the end of its working life. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate this from other types of wastes and recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources.Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product, or their local government office, for details of where and how they can take this item for environmentally safe recycling. Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract. This product should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal.

1. Lithium Ion Battery Pack (SB-LSM80) 2. AC Power Adapter (AA-E9 TYPE) 3. Audio/Video Cable

4. Instruction Book

5. Lithium Battery (CR2025)
6. Remote Control (VPD375W(i)/D975W(i) only)
7. USB Cable (VP-D375W(i) /D975W(i) only)
8. Software CD (VPD375W(i)/D975W(i) only)

9. Lens Cover

10. Lens Cover Strap
[ Notes ] I The contents can vary depending on the sales region. I Parts and accessories are available at your local Samsung dealer and service centre.

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Front & Left View

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(VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only)

1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Lens Remote Sensor (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) Light (VP-D372WH(i)/D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) TAPE EJECT Switch EASY.Q Button page 35

6. Function Buttons

Button <Player> REW FF <Camera> REC SEARCH REC SEARCH + FADE C.NITE/LIGHT (VP-D372WH(i)/D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) <M.Player> (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) REV FWD S.SHOW (SLIDE SHOW) MULTI (MULTI DISPLAY)

PLAY/STILL I STOP

[ Caution ] Be careful not to cover the internal microphone and lens during recording. [ Notes ] I Illustrations of VP-D375W are used in this owners instructions. I Although the external appearances of VP-D371(i), VP-D371W(i), VP-D372WH(i), VP-D375W(i) and VP-D975W(i) 9 are different, they are both operated in the same way.
7. TFT LCD Screen 8. Internal Microphone

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Left Side View
1. Q.MENU Button page 20 2. [L / M] (W / T) Button
MENU / Q.MENU <Player> <Camera> <M.Cam> Wide / Adjust MF (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) <M.Player> Previous (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) W () Move Up Volume Up Wide / Adjust MF T () Move Down Volume Down Tele / Adjust MF Tele / Adjust MF Next
3. OK Button 4. Viewfinder 5. Speaker 6. Mode Switch (CARD/TAPE) (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) [ Note ] When you close LCD panel with the LCD screen facing out, [L / M] button function works reversely.

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Right & Top View

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1. Zoom Lever 2. PHOTO Button page 59 3. DISPLAY Button 4. MENU Button 5. Start/Stop Button 6. Power Switch (CAMERA or PLAYER) 7. DC Jack 8. Jacks 9. Jack Cover 10. Cassette Door 11. Hand Strap

VP-D375W(i) /D975W(i)

* ( ) 1
VP-D371(i) /D371W(i)/ D372WH(i)

IEEE1394

AV Jack

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Rear & Bottom View
# (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only)
1. Lithium Battery Cover 2. Charging Indicator 3. Memory Card Slot (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) 4. Tripod Receptacle 5. Battery Release Switch

MMC/SD

Usable Memory Cards
VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only

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Remote Control (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only)

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1. PHOTO Button page 59 2. START/STOP Button 3. SELF TIMER Button page 38 4. ZERO MEMORY Button page 37 5. PHOTO SEARCH Button 6. A.DUB Button page 63 7. (FF) Button 8. (REW) Button 9. (PLAY) Button
10. / (Direction) Button page 61 11. F. ADV Button page 62 12. I (STOP) Button 13. (STILL) Button 14. SLOW ( ) Button 15. DATE/TIME Button 16. X2 Button page 62 17. W/T (Zoom) Button 18. DISPLAY Button

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Preparation
Using the Hand Strap & Lens Cover
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 [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.

Q.MENU

STBY BLC DIS Program AE White Balance Shutter Exposure Focus

0:00:10 60min

Exit STBY 0:00:10 60min
BLC DIS Program AE White Balance Shutter Exposure Focus

Outdoor

: 9 Wi d e
<When the Outdoor option was selected>

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OSD (On Screen Display) in Camera/Player Modes
1. Battery Level page 17 2. Visual Effects Mode page 52 EASY.Q page 35 16:9 Wide page 54 3. DIS page 56 4. Program AE page 48 5. White Balance Mode page 50 6. Shutter Speed page 46 7. Exposure page 46 8. Manual Focus page 47 9. Date/Time page 30 10. Zoom Position page 39 11. COLOUR NITE pages 41 12. USB page 96 (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) 13. Remote page 24 (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) 14. WindCut Plus page 44 15. BLC (Back Light Compensation) page 57 16. Light page 42 (VP-D372WH(i)/ D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) 17. Real Stereo page 45 18. Audio Mode page 43 19. Remaining Tape (measured in minutes) 20. Tape Counter 21. Zero Memory page 37 (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) 22. Record Speed Mode page 43 23. Operating Mode 24. Self Timer page 38 (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) 25. Still image recording page 59 26. Tele Macro page 55 27. Dubbed Audio Playback page 64 28. DEW page 6 29. Volume Control page 60 30. Message Line page Warning Indicator page 103 32. DV IN (DV data transfer mode) page 92 (VP-D371i/D371Wi/ D372WHi/D375Wi/D975Wi only) 33. AV IN page 69 (VP-D371i/ D371Wi/D372WHi/D375Wi/ D975Wi only) 34. Voice+ Indicator page 67 35. Audio Dubbing page 63 (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only)

OSD in Camera Mode

23 STBY 10Sec

0:00:11 60min 16BIt S

No Tape ! S. 1/50 [20]

00:00 1.JAN.2007 10

om Color N.1/25 8

S. 1/50 [20]

OSD in Player Mode
28 [05] 29 No Tape ! AV In 00:00 1.JAN.32 Sound[2]
0:00:00:10 14min 16BIt 34
[ Notes ] I OSD (On Screen Display) items shown here are based on model VP-D375W. I The above screen is an example for explanation; It is different from the actual display.

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OSD (On Screen Display) in M.Cam/M.Player Modes (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only)
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 (VP-D975W(i) only) 9. Slide Show page 78

Camera Mode System Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Shutter Sound Language Demonstration Move

On On On English On

Select
Camera Mode Back Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Shutter Sound Language Demonstration Move

Set Time

Camera Mode Back Clock Set Remote Beep Sound Shutter Sound Language Demonstration Adjust

1 JAN 2007

00 : 00

1 JAN : 00 Complete !

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Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (Remote) (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only)
The Remote function works in <Camera>/<Player>/<M.Cam>/ <M.Player> 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. I The menu list will appear. 4. Press the [L / M] button to select <System>, then press the [OK] button. 5. Press the [L / M] button to select <Remote>, then press the [OK] button. 6. Press the [L / M] button to select <On> or <Off>, then press the [OK] button. 7. To exit, press the [MENU] button. [ Note ] If you set the <Remote> to <Off> in the menu and try to use it, the remote control icon ( ) will blink for 3 seconds on the LCD Screen and then disappear.

Off On

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Setting the Beep Sound (Beep Sound)
The Beep Sound function works in <Camera>/<Player>/<M.Cam>/<M.Player> 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]. (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) 3. Press the [MENU] button. I The menu list will appear. 4. Press the [L / M] button to select <System>, then press the [OK] button. 5. Press the [L / M] button to select <Beep Sound>, then press the [OK] button. 6. Press the [L / M] button to select <On> or <Off>, then press the [OK] button. 7. To exit, press the [MENU] button.

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Setting the Shutter Sound (Shutter Sound) (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only)

LIGHT function works only in <Camera> mode. page 19 The LIGHT enables you to record a subjects in dark places without sacrificing colour. The LIGHT can be used with the COLOUR NITE function only. Please disable 16:9 Wide mode to use this function. page 54 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA]. 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE]. 3. Press the [LIGHT] button until <Color N. 1/13( )> appears.
[ Notes ] I The LIGHT will not turn on or off while you are recording. I The range of the LIGHT is limited. (up to 6.6ft (2m)) I 16:9 Wide mode is not available in the LIGHT mode. [ Warning ] The LIGHT can become extremely hot. I Do not touch it while in operation or soon after turning it off, otherwise serious injury may result. I Do not place the Camcorder into the carrying case immediately after using the LIGHT, since it remains extremely hot for some time. I Do not use near flammable or explosive materials.

Color N.1/13

01227G VPD371 UK~071

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Advanced Recording
Selecting the Record Mode & Audio Mode
The Record Mode function works in both <Camera> and <Player> (DV IN or AV IN 4 (VP-D371i/D371Wi/D372WHi/D375Wi/D975Wi only)) modes. page 19 This Camcorder records and plays back in SP (standard play) mode and in LP (long play) mode. - <SP> (standard play): This mode permits 60 minutes of recording time with a DVM60 tape. - <LP> (long play): This mode permits 90 minutes of recording time with a DVM60 tape. The Audio Mode function works in both <Camera> and <Player> modes. page 19 This Camcorder records sound in two ways. (12Bit, 16Bit) - <12Bit>: You can record two 12Bit stereo sound tracks. The original stereo sound can be recorded onto the Main (Sound1) track. Additional stereo sound can be dubbed onto the 6 Sub (Sound2) track. - <16Bit>: You can record one high quality stereo soundtrack using 16Bit recording mode. Audio dubbing is not possible when using this mode. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA] or [PLAYER]. 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE]. (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) 3. Press the [MENU] button. 4. Press the [ / ] button to select <Record>, then press the [OK] button. 5. Press the [ / ] button to select <Rec Mode> or <Audio Mode>, then press the [OK] button. 6. Press the [ / ] button to select the desired record mode or audio mode, then press the 6 [OK] button. I Record mode can be set to <SP> or <LP>. I Audio mode can be set to <12Bit> or <16Bit>. 7. To exit, press the [MENU] button. The selected icon is displayed. I When <12Bit> is selected, no <12Bit> indication is displayed. [ Notes ] I We recommend that you use this Camcorder to play back any tapes recorded on this Camcorder. Playing back a tape recorded in other equipment may produce mosaic shaped distortion. 7 I When you record a tape in SP and LP modes, or LP mode only, the playback picture may be distorted or the time code may not be written properly if there is a gap between scenes. I Record using SP mode for best picture and sound quality. [ Caution ] I To edit audio on your camcorder, you must set 12Bit for the Audio Mode and SP for the Rec Mode.

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Using the Tele Macro (Macro)
Tele Macro function works in both <Camera> and <M.Cam> mode. page 19 Effective focal distance in Tele Macro mode is 50 Cm (19.7 inches) ~ 100 Cm (39.4 inches). 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA]. 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE] or [CARD]. (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) 3. Press the [MENU] button. I The menu list will appear. 4. Press the [ / ] button to select <Camera>, then press the [OK] button. 5. Press the [ / ] button to select <Macro>, then press the [OK] button. 6. To activate the Macro function, press the [ / ] button to select <On>, then press the [OK] button. I If you do not want to use the Macro function, set the <Macro> menu to <Off>. 7. To exit, press the [MENU] button. I Tele Macro ( ) icon is displayed.
[ Notes ] I When recording in Tele Macro mode, the focus speed may be slow. I When you operate the Zoom function in the Tele Macro mode, the recording subject may be out of focus. I Use a tripod (not supplied) to prevent hand shake in the Tele Macro mode. I Avoid shadows when recording in the Tele Macro mode. I As the distance to the subject decreases, focusing area narrows. I When you can not get proper focus, use the [ / ] button or [Zoom] lever.

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Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS)
The DIS function works only in <Camera> mode. page 19 DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) is a function that compensates for any shaking or hand movement while holding the Camcorder (within reasonable limits). It provides more stable pictures when: - Recording with the zoom (Digital Zoom is not available in the DIS mode.) - Recording a small object close-up 4 - Recording and walking at the same time - Recording through the window of a vehicle 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA]. 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE]. (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) 3. Press the [MENU] button. I The menu list will appear. 4. Press the [ / ] button to select <Camera>, then press the [OK] button. 5. Press the [ / ] button to select <DIS>, then press the [OK] button. 6 6. To activate the DIS function, press the [ / ] button to select <On>, then press the [OK] button. I If you do not want to use the DIS function, set the <DIS> menu to <Off>. 7. To exit, press the [MENU] button. I DIS ( ) icon is displayed. [ Notes ] I You can directly access the DIS function using the [Q.MENU] button. page 20 I Digital Zoom, COLOUR NITE, Mosaic, Mirror, Emboss2 or Pastel2 is not available in the DIS mode. 7 I DIS function in 16:9 Wide mode may produce lower quality than in normal mode. (VP-D371W(i)/D372WH(i)/D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) I When you press the [PHOTO] button while the DIS function is enabled, the DIS will be released shortly and resume automatically after the still image recording. I It is recommended that you deactivate the DIS function when using a tripod. I If you use the DIS function, the picture quality may deteriorate. I EASY.Q mode automatically sets the <DIS> to <On>. I 16:9 Wide mode is not available in DIS mode. (VP-D371(i) only) I Once DIS is set, 16:9 Wide mode will be released. (VP-D371(i) only)

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Using Back Light Compensation Mode (BLC)
BLC works in both <Camera> and <M.Cam> modes. page 19 Back lighting exists when the subject is darker than the background: - The subject is in front of a window. - The person to be recorded is wearing white or shiny clothes and is placed against a bright background; the persons face is too dark to distinguish his/her features. - The subject is outdoors and the background is overcast. - The light sources are too bright. - The subject is against a snowy background. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA]. 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE] or [CARD]. (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) 3. Press the [MENU] button. I The menu list will appear. 4. Press the [ / ] button to select <Camera>, then press the [OK] button. 5. Press the [ / ] button to select <BLC>, then press the [OK] button. 6. Press the [ / ] button to select <On>, then press the [OK] button. 7. To exit, press the [MENU] button. I BLC icon ( ) will be displayed. [ Notes ] You can directly access the BLC function using the [Q.MENU] button. page 20 I The BLC function will not operate in EASY.Q mode.

<BLC Off>

<BLC On>
Camera Mode Back BLC Digital Zoom

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Zooming In and Out with Digital Zoom (Digital Zoom)
Maximum Digital Zoom works only in <Camera> mode. page 19 Zooming more than 34x(VP-D371(i)/D371W(i)/D372WH(i)/D375W(i) only), 26x(VP-D975W(i) only) is achieved digitally, up to 1200x when combined with optical zoom. The picture quality may deteriorate depending on how much you digitally zoom in on the subject. Please disable 16:9 Wide mode to use this function. page 54 Selecting the Digital Zoom 1. Set the [Power] switch to [CAMERA]. 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE]. (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) 3. Press the [MENU] button. I The menu list will appear. 4. Press the [ / ] button to select <Camera>, then press the [OK] button. 5. Press the [ / ] button to select <Digital Zoom>, then press the [OK] button. 6. Press the [ / ] button to select the desired zoom value <Off>, <100x>, <200x>, <400x> or <1200x>, then press the [OK] button. 7. To exit, press the [MENU] button. I Press the [ / ] button or move the [Zoom] lever to use the Digital Zoom. I The Digital Zoom indicator appears.
Auto Auto Off Off Off Off

Off 100x 200x 400x 1200x

[ Notes ] Maximum Digital zooming may result in lower picture quality. I Digital Zoom is not available while DIS, EASY.Q, still image recording, COLOUR NITE, 7 16:9 Wide, Mosaic, Mirror, Emboss2 and Pastel2 is in use. I Once still image recording, COLOUR NITE, 16:9 Wide, EASY.Q, Mosaic, Mirror, Emboss2 or Pastel2 is set, Digital Zoom mode will be released. (The Digital Zoom mode will be backed up.) I Once DIS is set, Digital Zoom mode will be released.

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Still Image Recording

Audio Effect
Audio Effect function works only in <Player> mode. page 19 Audio Effect provides various playback effects to audio signals stored on a tape. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [PLAYER]. 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE]. (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) 3. Insert the recorded tape and press the [MENU] button. 4. Press the [ / ] button to select <Tape>, then press the [OK] button. 5. Press the [ / ] button to select <Audio Effect>, then press the [OK] button. 6. Press the [ / ] button to select the audio effect channel, then press the [OK] button. 6 I <Voice>: Highlights the human voice. I <Music>: Highlights the sound by enhancing the bass and treble. I <Wide>: Magnifies the stereo effect by enhancing the left and right sounds. I <Echo>: Gives an echo effect. 7. To exit, press the [MENU] button. [ Notes ] It is recommended to use stereo type output devices (TV, speakers) for better audio effects. I Audio Effect function is not available with USB (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only) or DV connection.
Off Voice Music Wide Echo

V V M M W W E E

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Setting the AV In/Out (VP-D371i/D371Wi/D372WHi/D375Wi/D975Wi only)
AV In/Out function works only in <Player> mode. page 19 AV In/Out setting enables you to record signals from external sources and display it on LCD Screen. Also, you can send your video or image to external devices to record or play back. 1. Set the [Power] switch to [PLAYER]. 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [TAPE]. 3. Press the [MENU] button. I The menu list will appear. 4. Press the [ / ] button to select <Record>, then press the [OK] button. 5. Press the [ / ] button to select <AV In/Out>, then press the [OK] button. 6. Press the [ / ] button to select <Out> or <In>, then press the [OK] button. I <Out>: Select this when copying or playing back the contents of this camcorder onto the external device. I <In>: Select this when recording the contents of an external device to the 6 camcorder. 7. To exit, press the [MENU] button. [ Notes ] When recording images from a VCR, playback must be at normal speed, or a gray image will appear on the Camcorder. I If <AV In/Out> is set to <In>, the WindCut Plus function is not available.
Player Mode Record Rec Mode Audio Mode WindCut Plus AV In/Out

SP 12Bit Off Out

Player Mode Back Rec Mode Audio Mode WindCut Plus AV In/Out

Out In

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Connection

Copying a Camcorder Tape onto a Video Tape

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Selecting the recording Photo Size (VP-D975W(i) only)
Photo Size function works only in <M.Cam> mode. page 19 You can set the photo image size to meet your needs. 1. Set the [Power] switch to the [CAMERA]. 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [CARD]. 3. Press the [MENU] button. I The menu list will appear 4. Press the [ / ] button to select <Memory>, then press the [OK] button. 5. Press the [ / ] button to select <Photo Size>, then press the [OK] button. 6. Press the [ / ] button to select <1152 x 864> or <800 x 600>, then press the [OK] button. 7. To exit, press the [MENU] button. I The selected icon is displayed.
M.Cam Mode Memory Photo Quality Photo Size File No.
Super Fine 1152 x 864 Series
M.Cam Mode Back Photo Quality Photo Size File No.

1152 x x 600

1152 800
[ Notes ] Photo images that are recorded at 1152X864 on your camcorder, may not playback properly on other digital devices that do not support this photo size. I High resolution images use more memory than lower resolution images. Therefore the higher the resolution selected the fewer will be the number of images available.

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Setting the File Number
File Number setting works only in <M.Cam> mode. page 19 File Numbers are given to images in the order they were recorded when they are stored on the Memory Card. File numbers may be set as follows: - <Series> : When there are existing files, the new image will be named as the next number in the sequence. - <Reset>: When there are no files stored on the Memory Card, the file numbering starts from 0001. 1. Set the [Power] switch to the [CAMERA]. 2. Set the [Mode] switch to [CARD]. 3. Press the [MENU] button. I The menu list will appear 4. Press the [ / ] button to select <Memory>, then press the [OK] button. 5. Press the [ / ] button to select <File No.>, then press the [OK] button. 6. Press the [ / ] button to select the desired option <Series> or <Reset>, then press the [OK] button. 7. To exit, press the [MENU] button.

Series Reset

[ Note ] When you set <File No.> to <Series>, each file is assigned with a different number so as to avoid duplicating file names. It is convenient when you want to manage your files on a PC.

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Taking a Photo Image (JPEG) on the Memory Card
You may take photo images while in <M.Cam> mode and store the images on the Memory Card. page 19 You can take photo images using the remote control. Audio will not be recorded with a photo image onto the Memory Card.

DC 8.4V, Lithium Ion Battery Pack 7.4V Lithium Ion Battery Pack, Power supply (100V~240V) 50/60Hz 3.5W(VP-D371/D371W(i)/D372WH(i)/D375W(i)) 3.9W(VP-D975W(i)) 0~40C (32F~104F) -20C ~ 60C (-4F ~ 140F) Height : 3.70inches (94mm), Length : 4.69inches (119mm), Width : 2.16inches (55mm) 0.75lb (340g, 11.99oz) (Except for Lithium Ion Battery Pack and tape) Omni-directional stereo microphone Indoors: greater than 49ft(15m) (straight line), Outdoors: about 16.4ft(5m) (straight line)
- The technical specifications and design may be changed without notice.

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-A-F-R-
Accessories..8 AF/MF.. 47 Audio Dubbing.. 63 Audio Mode... 43
Fade... 40 Formatting.. 82 Frame advance.. 62 Function buttons.. 9
Rec Mode.. 43 Rec Search.. 36 Remote.. 24 Remote control.. 13
Battery Pack.. 16 BLC... 57

Hand Strap... 14

Shutter Speed. 46 Sound.. 25~26 Speaker... 60

IEEE1394.. 91~92

Cassette.. 32 Cleaning.. 100 Clock Set.. 23 Connecting... 96

LCD.. 29

Tele Macro.. 55 TV Display.. 31
Date/Time.. 30 DC Cable.. 19 Deleting.. 80~81 Demonstration.. 28 DIS.. 56 DV... 92
Memory Card.. 72 Moving Image Recording.83
USB (VP-D375W(i)/D975W(i) only).93~98

OSD.. 21, 22

Viewfinder.. 32 Voice+.. 67 Visual Effect.. 52
EASY.Q Mode. 35 Exposure.. 46
Photo Copy.. 87 Photo Quality.. 74 Photo Size.. 75 Photo Search.. 59 Program AE.. 48 Protection.. 79 Photo images.. 78
White Balance.. 50 WindCut Plus.. 44
ZERO MEMORY.. 37 Zoom.. 39

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Power Sources (United Kingdom Only)
The mains lead on the power adapter is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse. The value of the fuse is indicated on the pin face of the plug and, if it requires replacing, a fuse approved to BS1362 of the same rating must be used. Never use the plug with the fuse cover omitted if the cover is detachable. If a replacement fuse cover is required, it must be of the same colour as the pin face of the plug. Replacement covers are available from your dealer. If the fitted plug is not suitable for the power points in your house or the cable is not long enough to reach a power point, you should obtain a suitable safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer for assistance. However, if there is no alternative to cutting off the plug, remove the fuse and then safely dispose of the plug. Do NOT connect the plug to a mains socket as there is a risk of shock hazard from the bared flexible cord. IMPORTANT The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: BLUE = NEUTRAL BROWN = LIVE As these colours may not correspond to the coloured marqueings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal marqueed with the letter N or coloured BLUE or BLACK. The wire coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal marqueed with the letter L or coloured BROWN or RED.

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THIS CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY:
RoHS compliant Our product complies with The Restriction Of the use of certain Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic equipment, and we do not use the 6 hazardous materials- Cadmium(Cd), Lead (Pb), Mercury (Hg), Hexavalent Chromium (Cr+6), Poly Brominated Biphenyls (PBBs), Poly Brominated Diphenyl Ethers(PBDEs)- in our products.