Samsung VP W 97 User Manual

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Video Camcorder  
8mm  
VP-W90/W95D/W97  
VP-W90/W95D/W97  
Hi  
Owner’s Instruction Book  
Before operating the unit, please read  
this instruction book thoroughly, and retain it for  
future reference.  
ELECTRONICS  
This product meets the intent of  
Directive 89/336 CEE, 73/23 CEE, 93/68 CEE.  
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Table of Contents (continued)  
DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer, VP-W97 only)......................................................................................................................33  
MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus) ...................................................................................................................................34  
BLC.....................................................................................................................................................................................35  
Program AE (Automatic Exposure) ....................................................................................................................................36  
DSE (Digital Special Effects) in CAMERA mode ...............................................................................................................38  
Setting and Recording the DATE/TIME..............................................................................................................................40  
Selecting and Recording a Title .........................................................................................................................................42  
Fade In and Out .................................................................................................................................................................44  
Snap Shot (VP-W97 only)..................................................................................................................................................45  
White Balance ....................................................................................................................................................................46  
Selecting OSD Language...................................................................................................................................................47  
Demonstration ....................................................................................................................................................................48  
Setting the Date/TITLE Colour...........................................................................................................................................49  
Lighting Techniques............................................................................................................................................................50  
Playing back the Tape  
To watch on a TV ...............................................................................................................................................................51  
Various Functions in PLAYER mode..................................................................................................................................53  
DSE in PLAYER mode .......................................................................................................................................................54  
Maintenance  
Cleaning and Taking care of the Camcorder......................................................................................................................54  
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Cleaning the Viewfinder ..................................................................................................................................................54  
Cleaning the Video Heads ..............................................................................................................................................55  
Storing the Camcorder....................................................................................................................................................55  
Using Your Camcorder Abroad.................................................................................56  
Troubleshooting Check  
Self Diagnosis Display........................................................................................................................................................57  
Checking.............................................................................................................................................................................58  
Moisture Condensation ......................................................................................................................................................60  
Specifications............................................................................................................61  
Index.........................................................................................................................62  
Power Sources (United Kingdom Only)....................................................................64  
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Precautions and Safety Instructions  
Taking care of the battery pack  
Do not allow any metal objects to touch the terminals, as this can cause  
a short circuit and damage the battery pack.  
Keep the terminals clean.  
The camera, adapter or battery pack will not work properly if the terminals are dirty.  
Check them before use, and wipe them with a dry cloth or tissue if necessary.  
Precautions regarding the LENS  
Do not let the LENS point toward the sun.  
Direct sunlight can damage the CCD.  
(*CCD: Charge Coupled Device)  
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Precautions and Safety Instructions  
Precautions regarding electronic viewfinder  
1) Do not place the camcorder such that the viewfinder  
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is pointing towards the sun.  
Direct sunlight can damage the inside of the  
viewfinder. Be careful when placing the camcorder in  
direct sunlight or by a window.  
2) Do not pick up the camcorder by the viewfinder.  
3) Do not over rotate the veiwfinder as this could  
damaging it.  
Precautions regarding moisture condensation  
1) A sudden change in air temperature may cause moisture  
to form inside the camcorder.  
for example:  
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When you take the camcorder from cold temperatures outside to warm  
temperatures inside during the winter.  
When you take the camcorder from cool temperatures inside to hot  
temperatures outside during the summer.  
2) If the “DEW (  
)” protection feature activates, leave the camcorder in  
a dry and warm room with the cassette compartment open and  
the battery removed.  
3) If the “DEW (  
)” protection feature activates unexpectedly, and you  
want to override it, disconnect and reconnect both the battery pack and  
the lithium battery.  
Make sure that any moisture or condensation has disappeared completely  
before you use the camera. (see page 60)  
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Precautions and Safety Instructions  
Precautions regarding the battery pack  
Make sure that the battery pack is charged before shooting outdoors.  
To preserve battery power, keep your camcorder turned off when you are not operating it.  
When your camcorder is in CAMERA mode, if it is left in STANDBY for more than 5 minutes without operation,  
it will automatically turn off to protect against unnecessary battery discharge.  
Make sure that the battery pack is locked in place before carrying.  
Dropping the battery pack might damage it.  
When the battery reaches the end of its life please contact your local dealer. The batteries have to be dealt with as  
chemical waste.  
Precautions regarding the Lithium battery  
Warning: Keep the LITHIUM BATTERY out of the reach of children. Should the battery be swallowed,  
consult a doctor immediately.  
The lithium battery maintains the CLOCK function, TITLE, CUSTOM function and preset contents memory;  
even if the battery pack or AC power adapter is removed.  
The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 8~10 months under normal operation from time of installation.  
When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator flashes about 5 seconds  
when you set the power switch to CAMERA. In this case, replace the lithium battery with type CR2025.  
(see page 17)  
*When the lithium battery  
becomes weak or dead please  
contact your local dealer. The  
batteries have to be desposed  
of as chemical waste.  
WARNING:  
LITHIUM BATTERY MUST BE  
RECYCLED OR DISPOSED  
OF PROPERLY.  
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Precautions and Safety Instructions  
Precautions regarding the hand strap  
It is very important to adjust the hand strap correctly to  
ensure the camera can be held steady. (see page 16)  
Do not insert your hand in the hand strap forcibly,  
as it may result in damage to the buckle.  
Precautions when cleaning the video heads  
To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, ensure that the heads are kept clean.  
When playing back the pictures, if they are noisy or hardly visible, the video heads may be dirty.  
If this happens, clean the video heads with a dry type cassette cleaner.  
Do not use a wet type cassette cleaner. It may damage the video heads. (see page 55)  
Auto-off function in STANDBY mode  
To protect against tape and head-drum wear, your camcorder will automatically turn off if it is left in STANDBY mode  
without operation for more than 5 minutes.  
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder  
Features  
Your camcorder has many features available when recording or during playback.  
MULTI OSD LANGUAGE  
You can select the appropriate OSD Language among English, French, Spanish.  
Snap Shot (VP-W97 only)  
The Snap Shot function allows you to record an object at a standstill for a limited time in CAMERA mode. (see page 45)  
BLC  
When you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a light background,  
the BLC function should be switched on. (see page 35)  
DSE (Digital Special Effects)  
The DSE allows a creative look to your films by adding various special effects. (see page 38)  
Program AE (Auto Exposure)  
The Program AE allows the shutter speed and aperture to be adjusted to the type of subject being filmed. (see page 36)  
DIS (VP-W97 only)  
The DIS compensates for unstable images caused by hand shake, particularly at high magnification. (see page 33)  
22x High ratio zoom lens  
Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in the picture.  
For more professional recordings, use the zoom function. (see page 28)  
Digital Zoom  
Zooms more than 22x are performed digitally. (see page 29)  
Macro  
The macro function allows you to shoot your subject at close range.  
You have to adjust the zoom fully wide for macro shooting. (see page 28)  
EASY  
This mode enables even the beginner to easily make a recording. (see page 31)  
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder  
Front View  
2. REC SEARCH  
3. PLAY/STILL  
(REW)  
4. REC SEARCH  
(FF)  
5. DATE/TIME (STOP)  
7. CVF  
6. TAPE EJECT  
1. LENS  
9. Remote Sensor  
8. MIC  
11. CUSTOM  
10. EASY  
1. Lens (see page 61)  
6. TAPE EJECT (see page 22)  
Used to eject the tape.  
2. REC SEARCH  
REC SEARCH  
(see page 24)  
(REW)  
works in STANDBY mode.  
7. CVF (Colour Viewfinder)  
8. MIC  
REW works in PLAYER mode. (see page 53)  
MIC works in CAMERA mode.  
3. PLAY/STILL (see page 52)  
9. Remote sensor  
PLAY/STILL works in PLAYER mode.  
(VP-W97 only, see page 15)  
4. REC SEARCH  
REC SEARCH  
(see page 24)  
(FF)  
10. EASY  
works in STANDBY mode.  
EASY works in CAMERA mode.  
FF works in PLAYER mode. (see page 53)  
11. CUSTOM  
CUSTOM works in CAMERA mode.  
5. DATE/TIME (STOP)  
DATE/TIME works in CAMERA mode. (see page 40)  
STOP works in PLAYER mode. (see page 52)  
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder  
Side View  
12. BATTERY EJECT  
13. MENU ON/OFF  
16. P.AE  
18. BLC  
19. FADE  
17. DSE  
14. ENTER (MF)  
15. UP/DOWN Dial  
20. DC Jack  
21. Recharging Indicator  
22. S-VIDEO out  
23. Lithium Battery  
12. BATTERY EJECT  
17. DSE (see page 38)  
DSE works in CAMERA and PLAYER mode.  
13. MENU ON/OFF (see page 30)  
MENU ON/OFF works in CAMERA and  
PLAYER mode.  
18. BLC (see page 35)  
BLC works in CAMERA mode.  
14. ENTER (MF) (see page 30)  
ENTER works in MENU mode.  
MF works in CAMERA mode.  
19. FADE (see page 44)  
FADE works in CAMERA mode.  
20. DC Jack (see page 18)  
21. Recharging Indicator (see page 19)  
22. S-VIDEO out  
15. UP/DOWN dial (see page 30)  
UP/DOWN dial works in MENU mode.  
16. PROGRAM AE (see page 36)  
PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) works in  
CAMERA mode.  
23. Lithium Battery (see page 17)  
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder  
Rear View  
24. ZOOM  
33. D.ZOOM (SNAP SHOT)  
25. Cassette  
26. Hooks for Shoulder Strap  
27. AUDIO/VIDEO out  
Compartment  
MIC  
34. External MIC  
(VP-W95D only)  
31. START/STOP  
32. Battery pack compartment  
29. Hand Strap  
28. LENS Cover  
30. POWER Switch  
24. ZOOM (see page 28)  
31. START/STOP (see page 23)  
START/STOP works in CAMERA mode.  
25. Cassette Compartment  
32. Battery pack compartment (see page 19)  
26. Hooks for Shoulder Strap (see page 16)  
27. AUDIO/VIDEO out (see page 51)  
28. LENS Cover  
33. D.ZOOM (SNAP SHOT)  
D.ZOOM works in CAMERA mode.  
(VP-W90 only, see page 30)  
SNAP SHOT works in CAMERA mode.  
(VP-W97 only, see page 45)  
29. Hand Strap (see page 16)  
30. POWER Switch (see page 18)  
- CAMERA : Select to record.  
34. External MIC (see page 61)  
(VP-W95D only)  
- OFF : Select to turn off the camcorder.  
- PLAYER : Select to playback.  
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder  
OSD (On Screen Display)  
You can turn the OSD on/off by setting the Display menu on/off.  
The TITLE, DATE/TIME, EASY and CUSTOM functions can be operated even after the OSD is turned off.  
The OSD is displayed in the viewfinder and the monitor.  
OSD in CAMERA mode  
a. Zoom position (see page 29)  
Indicates zoom position.  
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b. DIS (VP-W97 only) (see page 33)  
Indicates DIS is activating.  
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Hi 8  
REC.  
0:00:00  
EASY  
OFF  
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SEPIA  
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c. Battery level (see page 21)  
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Indicates the power left in the battery.  
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CONGRATULATIONS  
TAPE!  
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BLC  
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d. Manual Focus (see page 34)  
Indicates manual focus is on.  
Auto Focus is not displayed.  
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WAIT-10S (TITLE)  
SELF-30S (CONTINUE)  
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e. BLC (see page 35)  
Indicates BLC is activating.  
f. Program AE (see page 36)  
OSD in PLAYER mode  
Indicates Program AE mode is activating.  
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g. Self record waiting timer.  
(VP-W97 only) (see page 15)  
Indicates 10 seconds timer.  
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Hi 8  
PLAY  
0:00:00  
Z.RTN  
SEPIA  
h. Self record recording timer.  
(VP-W97 only) (see page 15)  
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(30 seconds or END).  
TAPE!  
i. Date (see page 40)  
Displays the date of the recording.  
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder  
OSD (On Screen Display)  
j. Time (see page 40)  
Shows the time of the recording.  
k. Title (see page 42)  
Shows the title of the recording.  
It is superimposed on the scene.  
l. Self diagnosis (see page 57)  
(TAPE!, TAPE END!, PROTECTION!) Checks the operation of the Camcorder.  
m. DSE (Digital Special Effect) (see page 38)  
Indicates the DSE mode is active.  
The operation modes are STROBE, SEPIA, B&W, NEG., MIRROR, ART, MOSAIC, 16:9 (WIDE) and CINEMA.  
n. Tape counter  
Shows amount of the tape used.  
o. Operation mode  
Indicates depending on which operating mode is active.  
The operation modes are STBY, REC , STOP, PLAY(  
), FF(  
), REW(  
), EJECT.  
p. EASY & CUSTOM  
Shows when the EASY or CUSTOM mode is active.  
q. DEW(  
) condensation (see page 60)  
Visable if moisture or condesation is detected within the camera.  
r. Digital zoom (see page 29)  
Shows the digital zoom is active.  
s. Snap Shot (VP-W97 only) (see page 45)  
Shows the remaining available time for Snap Shot recording.  
t. PB DSE (see page 54)  
Shows that the PB DSE mode is active.  
u. Zero return (VP-W97 only) (see page 53)  
Shows that the zero return function is active.  
v. White Balance mode (see page 46)  
Shows which White Balance mode is active.  
The White Balance modes are AUTO, INDOOR(  
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w. Hi8  
Indicates the use of the Hi8 tape in CAMERA or PLAYER modes.  
In case of not being tape, display Hi8 on the screen in CAMERA or PLAYER modes.  
x. Remocon (  
OFF) (VP-W97 only)  
Indicates the remocon off mode is activated.  
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder  
Accessories Supplied with Camcorder  
Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your camcorder.  
1. AC Power Adapter  
2. AC cord  
3. Battery Pack  
Basic Accessory  
1. AC Power Adapter. (see page 18)  
2. AC cord. (see page 18)  
3. Battery Pack. (see page 19)  
4. Audio/Video Cable. (see page 51)  
4. AUDIO/VIDEO Cable 5. Shoulder Strap  
6. Instruction Book  
5. Shoulder strap. (see page 16)  
6. Instruction Book.  
Video Camcorder  
8mm  
7. Remote Control.  
(VP-W97 only, see page 15)  
8. Lithium Battery for Remote Control.  
(VP-W97 only, see page 15)  
Lithium Battery for Clock.  
7. Remote Control  
8. Lithium Batteries  
9. Lens Cover  
(TYPE: CR2025, see page 17)  
9. Lens Cover  
Optional Accessory  
11. S-VIDEO Cable  
10. Scart adapter  
10. Scart adapter. (see page 51)  
11. S-VIDEO cable  
Note: Optional accessories may be included with the camcorder,  
depending on the country in which it is purchased.  
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Getting to Know Your Camcorder  
Remote Control (VP-W97 only)  
Description of Parts  
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1. Start/Stop (see page 23)  
2. Self Timer  
3. Still (see page 53)  
4. WIDE (see page 28)  
5. TELE (see page 28)  
6. Display (see page 12)  
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START/  
COUNTER  
RESET  
WIDE  
STOP DISPLAY  
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SELF  
TIMER  
ZERO  
RETURN  
STILL  
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TELE  
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8.  
9.  
10.  
(Play) (see page 52)  
(FF) (see page 53)  
(REW) (see page 53)  
(Stop) (see page 52)  
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11. Counter Reset (see page 53)  
12. Zero Return (see page 53)  
Battery Installation to the Remote Control  
You must insert or replace this battery when:  
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You purchase the camcorder.  
The remote control doesnt work.  
Insert Lithium Battery, following the + and - markings.  
Be careful not to reverse the polarity of the battery.  
Self Recording with the Remote Control  
The Self Timer function on the remote control allows you to start and stop recording automatically.  
Example: recording yourself  
Two options are available  
- WAIT-10S/SELF-30S: wait 10 seconds, followed by 30 seconds of recording.  
- WAIT-10S/SELF-END: wait 10 seconds, followed by recording until you press the START/STOP button again.  
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Preparing  
1. Set power switch to CAMERA.  
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2. Press Self Timer button until the appropriate indicator is  
displayed on the Viewfinder:  
CAMERA  
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WAIT-10S/SELF-30S  
WAIT-10S/SELF-END  
START/  
STOP DISPLAY  
COUNTER  
RESET  
WIDE  
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SELF  
TIMER  
ZERO  
RETURN  
3. Press START/STOP button to start the timer.  
:After approximately 10 seconds, recording starts.  
:If you have selected SELF-30S, recording stops automatically  
after 30 seconds.  
STILL  
TELE  
WAIT-10S  
SELF-30S  
:If you have selected SELF-END, press the START/STOP  
again when you wish to stop recording.  
START/  
COUNTER  
RESET  
WIDE  
STOP DISPLAY  
SELF  
TIMER  
ZERO  
RETURN  
STILL  
TELE  
Note:  
When using the timer, pressing the START/STOP button  
again, cancels the function.  
Adjusting the Hand Strap and Shoulder Strap  
Hand Strap  
It is very important to adjust the hand strap correctly to ensure the camera can be held securely.  
The hand strap enables you to:  
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Hold the camcorder in a stable, comfortable position.  
Press the Zoom and the red Record button without  
having to change the position of your hand.  
1. Detach adhesive tape from the Hand Strap.  
2. Adjust the Hand Strap to your hand and reattach the adhesive  
tape to secure it.  
Shoulder Strap  
The Shoulder Strap allows you to carry your camcorder with  
complete safety.  
1. Insert each end of the strap into the hooks on the camcorder.  
2. Put the end of each strap through the buckle, adjust the length  
of the strap, then pull it tight in the buckle.  
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Preparing  
Attaching the Lens Cover  
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Lithium Battery Installation  
The lithium battery maintains the clock function, title and preset contents of the memory; even if the battery pack or  
AC power adapter is removed.  
The lithium battery for the camcorder lasts about 8~10 months from the time of installation under normal operation.  
When the lithium battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator flashes about 5 seconds when you set the  
power switch to CAMERA.  
In this case, replace the lithium battery with type CR2025 Lithium button cell.  
1. Remove the Lithium battery holder from the base of the camera.  
2. Insert the side of the lithium battery toward the bottom of the holder.  
3. Reinsert the lithium battery holder into the slot on the base of the camera.  
Note: The battery holder will only fit one way to avoid possible incorrect insertion.  
Warning: Keep LITHIUM BATTERIES out of the reach of the children.  
Should any battery be swallowed, consult a doctor immediately.  
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Preparing  
Connecting a Power Source  
There are two types of power source available.  
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Using the AC Power Adapter : used for indoor recording.  
Using the Battery Pack: used for mobile recording.  
To use the AC Power Adapter  
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CAMERA  
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1. Connect the AC Power Adapter to a AC cord.  
2. Connect the AC cord to a wall socket.  
Note: The plug and wall socket type can be different according to the regional conditions.  
3. Connect the other end of the DC cable to DC jack of the camcorder.  
4. To set the camcorder to CAMERA mode.  
a. Hold down the tab of the power switch and push the switch to CAMERA mode.  
b. Make sure that the Lens Cap is opened.  
c. Make sure that the image appears in the Viewfinder.  
Note: If the adapter is used next to the TV or the camcorder, it may cause the TV or camcorder to emit noise.  
Move the adapter away from the TV, camcorder or the antenna cable.  
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Preparing  
To use the Battery Pack  
How long will the battery last for recording?  
Depends on how often you are likely to use the zoom feature during recording.  
Recharging the Battery Pack  
1. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder.  
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2. Connect the AC Power Adapter to a AC cord and  
plug the AC cord into a wall socket.  
3. Connect the DC cable to the camcorder.  
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4. Turn the power off on the camcorder, and the recharging  
indicator will start flashing, indicating the battery is charging.  
OFF  
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Flashing once a second : the battery is less  
than 50% charged.  
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Flashing twice a second : the battery is between  
50% ~ 75% charged.  
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Flashing three times a second : the battery is between 75% ~ 100% charged.  
Constantly stays on : Charging is complet.  
On for a second and off for a second : there is an error and the charger needs to be reset.  
5. If recharging is completed, separate the camcorder,AC power adapter, and battery pack.  
Even if the power is turned off, the battery will still discharged over time if left connected to the camera.  
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Note: Battery pack may be charged a little at the time of purchase.  
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Preparing  
Using the Battery Pack  
Table of approximate continuous recording time based on model and battery type  
Model  
VP-W90/W95D  
VP-W97  
Battery Type  
Approximately  
150 minutes  
Approximately  
125 minutes  
SB-L110A  
Approximately  
220 minutes  
Approximately  
180 minutes  
SB-L160  
SB-L320  
Approximately  
430 minutes  
Approximately  
370 minutes  
The continuous recording times given in the table are approximate. Actual recording time may differ dependent on  
camera settings and usage.  
Notes:  
The battery pack should be recharged in a room temperature that is between 0°C and 40°C.  
It should never be charged in a room temperature that is below 0°C.  
The life and capacity of the battery pack will be reduced if it is used in temperatures below 0°C,  
even when it is fully recharged.  
The life and capacity of the battery pack will be reduced if the battery pack is left in temperatures above 40°C for  
a long period, even when it is fully recharged.  
Do not put the battery pack near any heat source (fire or flames, for example), or left in direct sunlight.  
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Preparing  
Battery Level display  
The battery level display indicates the amount of power remaining in the battery pack.  
1. Fully charged  
2. 10~40% consumed  
3. 40~60% consumed  
4. 60~80% consumed  
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(prepare a charged one)  
5. 80~95% consumed  
(change the battery)  
6. 100% consumed  
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(camcorder will turn off soon, change the battery as soon as possible)  
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Please refer to the table on page 20 for approximate continuous recording time.  
The recording time is affected by environmental temperature and conditions. The recording time becomes very  
short in a cold environment. The continuous recording time in the operating instructions is measured using a  
fully charged battery pack in 77°F(25°C). As environmental temperatures and conditions may be different when  
you actually use the camcorder, the remaining battery time may not be the same as the approximate  
continuous recording times given in these instructions.  
Tips for Battery Identification.  
A charge mark is provided on the battery pack to help you remember whether it  
has been charged or not.  
Two colours are provided (red and black)-you may choose which one indicates  
charged and which indicates discharged.  
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Preparing  
Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette  
There are several cassette types, depending on:  
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Colour system used  
Recording/Playback time  
Hi8  
Inserting and Ejecting a Cassette  
Check to see if the battery pack is in place or AC adapter  
is connected.  
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TAPE EJECT  
1. Press the EJECT button for Ejecting the Cassette Holder.  
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The compartment opens automatically.  
Insert the cassette with the transparent window facing  
outward and the protection tab toward the top.  
PUSH  
2. Press the are labelled 'PUSH' until the compartment  
clicks into place.  
a. SAVE  
Note: When you have recorded a cassette that you wish to keep,  
you can protect it from being accidentally erased.  
a. Protecting a recording:  
Slide the red tab on the cassette so that it covers the hole.  
b. REC  
b. Unprotecting a recording:  
If you no longer wish to keep the recording on the cassette,  
slide the red tab back so that it no longer covers up the hole.  
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Basic Shooting  
Making the First Recording  
Please check the following before recording.  
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Have you connected a power source?  
(Battery Pack or AC Power Adapter)  
BATTERY  
CAMERA  
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Have you set the power switch to the CAMERA position?  
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Have you inserted a cassette? (see page 22)  
Make sure that STBY is displayed in the OSD (if the red tab of the cassette is covering the hole,  
STBY will not be displayed)  
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Have you removed the LENS COVER?  
Make sure that the image you want to record is visable in the Viewfinder.  
Make sure that there is enough remaining power for the expected recording time. (see page 21)  
We recommend that beginners, who are using the camcorder for the first time, switch the EASY mode on.  
(see page 31)  
REC  
a. To start recording, press the red START/STOP button.  
Recording starts and REC is displayed in the Viewfinder.  
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b. To stop recording, press the red START/STOP  
button again.  
STBY  
Y:YY:YY  
When recording stops, STBY will be displayed  
on the Viewfinder.  
When a cassette is loaded and the camcorder is left in STANDBY mode for over 5 minutes without being used, it will  
turn off automatically. To use it again, push the red START/STOP button or set power switch to OFF and then back to  
CAMERA. This Auto Power Off feature is designed to save battery power and to protect the Tape Head and tapes.  
REC SEARCH  
You can view a recorded picture with REC SEARCH  
in STANDBY mode. REC SEARCH allows you to reverse and  
REC SEARCH allows you to forward, for as long as you keep  
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function  
REC SEARCH  
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the button pressed.  
If you press REC SEARCH  
button briefly in STANDBY mode,  
REC SEARCH  
Press briefly)  
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your camcorder will playback in reverse for 3 seconds and  
return to the original position automatically.  
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Tips for Stable Image Shooting  
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While recording, it is very important to hold the camcorder correctly.  
To avoid the risk of the lens COVER appearing in your shot, always clip it  
onto the hand strap. (refer to figure)  
Recording with the Viewfinder  
1. Hold the camcorder firmly with the hand strap. (see page 16)  
2. Place your right elbow against your side.  
3. Place your left hand under the camcorder to support it.  
Be sure to not touch the built-in microphone.  
4. Choose a comfortable, stable position for the shots.  
You can lean against a wall or on a table for greater stability.  
Do not forget to breathe gently.  
5. Put your eye firmly against the eyepiece.  
6. Use the viewfinder frame as a guide to determine the horizontal plane.  
7. Whenever possible, use a tripod.  
Adjusting the Focus of the VIEWFINDER  
Focus:  
Slide the focus adjustment knob on the bottom of the VIEWFINDER to  
focus the image.  
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Reviewing a recording  
You can review your recording on the Viewfinder.  
1. Hold down the tab of the power switch and select  
PLAYER mode.  
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PLAYER  
2. Insert the tape you wish to view.  
PUSH  
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3. Make sure that STOP is displayed in the OSD.  
STOP  
4. Press the  
(REW) button to rewind the tape to the beginning.  
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To stop REWIND, press the  
(STOP) button.  
STOP  
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Camcorder stops automatically after rewinding.  
5. Press the  
(PLAY/STILL) button to start playback.  
You can see the video you shot in the Viewfinder.  
To stop the PLAY operation, press the (STOP) button.  
PLAY/  
STILL  
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Note: You can also watch it on a TV screen, once connecting the camcorder  
to a TV or VCR. (see page 51)  
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Viewing a Still Picture  
PLAY/STILL  
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(PLAY/STILL) button during playback.  
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To resume playback, press the  
button again.  
(PLAY/STILL)  
Picture Search  
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Press and hold  
(FF) or  
(REW) button during playback.  
REW  
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Zooming In and Out  
Zoom works in CAMERA mode only.  
Zooming is a technique that allows you to increase or decrease the size of the subject in the picture.  
For a more professional looking recording, don't use the zoom function too often.  
You can also choose from two zoom speeds to suit different needs:  
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Gradual zoom (9~12 seconds from WIDE/TELE to WIDE/TELE)  
High-Speed zoom (3~6 seconds from TELE/WIDE to WIDE/TELE)  
Use these features for different shots; Please note that over use of the zoom feature can lead to a reduction of  
battery pack usage time.  
1. Move the zoom lever a little for a gradual zoom, move it further for  
a high-speed zoom.  
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Your zooming is monitored on the OSD.  
2. T (Telephoto) side:  
Subject appears closer.  
3. W (Wide angle) side:  
Subject appears further away.  
Note: MACRO  
If you cannot get a sharp focus in telephoto zoom, move the lever to the Wside until the focus is sharp.  
You can shoot a subject that is at least 1 mm away from the lens surface in the wide angle position.  
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Digital Zoom  
Digital Zoom works in CAMERA mode only.  
Zooming more than 22x is achieved using digital technology.  
The picture quality deteriorates as you go towards the Tside.  
It is recommended that you use the DIS (VP-W97) feature with the DIGITAL ZOOM for picture stability.  
(see page 33)  
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MENU  
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DIS .....................ON  
D.ZOOM.............ON  
WHITE BAL........AUTO  
DISPLAY ............EONNGLISH  
LANGUAGE .......  
WL.REMOCON..ON  
CUSTOM SET  
EXIT: MENU  
1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode.  
2. Make sure that the DIGITAL ZOOM feature is switched on. (see page 30)  
3. When you move the ZOOM lever to Tside, the picture will  
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increase in size upto a maximum of 880 times. (VP-W95D : 990x)  
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880  
shows the digital zoom area  
shows the optical zoom area  
4. If you do not want to use the DIGITAL ZOOM, set the D.ZOOM function to OFF in the MENU list.  
(see page 30)  
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Setting the DIGITAL ZOOM ON/OFF (VP-W97)  
The DIGITAL ZOOM feature is explained on page 29.  
1. Set power switch to CAMERA mode.  
2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button.  
MENU  
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The MENU list will appear.  
DIS .....................OFF  
D.ZOOM.............OFF  
WHITE BAL........AUTO  
DISPLAY ............EONNGLISH  
LANGUAGE .......  
WL.REMOCON..ON  
CUSTOM SET  
EXIT: MENU  
MENU  
3. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to D. ZOOM.  
4. Press ENTER.  
DIS .....................OFF  
D.ZOOM.............OFF  
WHITE BAL........AUTO  
DISPLAY ............EONNGLISH  
LANGUAGE .......  
WL.REMOCON..ON  
CUSTOM SET  
EXIT: MENU  
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The DIGITAL ZOOM setting will change.  
DIS .....................OFF  
D.ZOOM.............ON  
WHITE BAL........AUTO  
DISPLAY ............EONNGLISH  
LANGUAGE .......  
5. Press the MENU ON/OFF button to end setting.  
WL.REMOCON..ON  
CUSTOM SET  
EXIT: MENU  
In case of VP-W90/W95D  
1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode.  
2. Press the D. ZOOM ON/OFF button.  
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The DIGITAL ZOOM will be displayed on the screen,  
D.ZOOM  
and the DIGITAL ZOOM function will operate. (VP-W95D : 990x)  
3. To deactivate DIGITAL ZOOM function, press the D.ZOOM button again.  
The DIGITAL ZOOM indicators disappear from the screen.  
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EASY Mode (for Beginners)  
Even a beginner can easily make a recording using the EASY mode.  
The EASY mode only operates in CAMERA mode.  
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1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode.  
2. By pressing the EASY button, all the functions of the camera will be set to  
off and the recording settings will be set to the following basic mode.  
STBY  
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EASY  
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Battery level, recording mode, counter, date/time,  
DIS ( ) will be displayed as the camcorder starts to run.  
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The word EASYwill appear in the Viewfinder at the same time.  
However, the Date/Time will only be seen if it has been previously set.  
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(DIS (  
) will be displayed on VP-W97 only)  
3. Press the START/STOP button to start recording.  
Recording will begin using the basic automatic environment settings.  
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The camera will return to the settings that were set prior to the  
EASY mode being switched on.  
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In the EASY mode, the MENU, MF, DSE, P.AE and BLC functions are not available.  
If you want to use these functions, you must first switch the EASY mode off.  
The EASY settings will be stored in the camera (providing a good lithium battery has been installed).  
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CUSTOM-Creating your own customized recording settings  
You can customize the settings and save them for future use.  
The CUSTOM function only operates in CAMERA mode.  
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1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode.  
2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button, to bring up the MENU list.  
3. Turn the UP/DOWN dial until CUSTOM SET is highlighted.  
4. Press the ENTER button, the CUSTOM menu will appear.  
MENU  
DIS .....................OFF  
D.ZOOM.............OFF  
WHITE BAL........AUTO  
DISPLAY ............EONNGLISH  
LANGUAGE .......  
WL.REMOCON..ON  
CUSTOM SET  
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Set the status of each item to what you want.  
EXIT: MENU  
MENU  
5. To exit the menu, press the MENU ON/OFF button twice.  
DIS .....................OFF  
D.ZOOM.............OFF  
WHITE BAL........AUTO  
DISPLAY ............EONNGLISH  
LANGUAGE .......  
6. By pressing the CUSTOM button, the CUSTOM settings will come up.  
WL.REMOCON..ON  
CUSTOM SET  
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Date/Time and Title will only appear if these have been set in advance.  
The word CUSTOMwill be displayed on the Viewfinder at  
the same time.  
EXIT: MENU  
CUSTOM SETTING  
Example: When the CUSTOM SET is set as follows;  
DIS ......................ON  
D.ZOOM ..............OFF  
WHITE BAL. ........AUTO  
DATE/TIME ..........OFF  
TITLE ..................OFF  
PROGRAM AE ....AUTO  
DSE SELECT ......OFF  
Hi 8 STBY  
0:00:02  
CUSTOM SETTING  
880x  
DIS ......................ON  
D.ZOOM ..............ON  
WHITE BAL. ........INDOOR  
DATE/TIME ..........DATE/TIME  
TITLE ..................OFF  
PROGRAM AE ....  
B&W  
CUSTOM  
Pressing the CUSTOM button,  
displays  
EXIT: MENU  
CONGRATURATION  
DSE SELECT ......B&W  
TITLE  
0:00  
EXIT: MENU  
CONTINUE  
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7. Press the START/STOP button to start recording.  
Recording will begin using the new CUSTOM settings.  
8. To switch Custom off, press the CUSTOM button once.  
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DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer, VP-W97 only)  
The DIS function works in CAMERA mode only.  
DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) is a handshake compensation function that compensates for any shaking or moving  
of the hand holding the camcorder (within reasonable limits).  
It provides more stable pictures when:  
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Recording with the Zoom.  
Recording a small object close-up  
Recording and walking at the same time  
Recording through the window of a vehicle  
1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode.  
2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button.  
MENU  
DIS .....................OFF  
D.ZOOM.............OFF  
WHITE BAL........AUTO  
DISPLAY ............ON  
LANGUAGE .......ENGLISH  
WL.REMOCON..ON  
CUSTOM SET  
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The MENU list will appear.  
EXIT: MENU  
3. Turn the UP/DOWN dial until DIS is highlighted.  
MENU  
DIS .....................OFF  
D.ZOOM.............OFF  
WHITE BAL........AUTO  
DISPLAY ............ON  
LANGUAGE .......ENGLISH  
WL.REMOCON..ON  
CUSTOM SET  
4. Press ENTER.  
EXIT: MENU  
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The DIS setting will change.  
MENU  
5. Press MENU ON/OFF button to end the setting.  
When the DIS is set, the DIS mark ( ) will displayed on the OSD.  
DIS .....................ON  
D.ZOOM.............OFF  
WHITE BAL........AUTO  
DISPLAY ............ON  
LANGUAGE .......ENGLISH  
WL.REMOCON..ON  
CUSTOM SET  
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Notes: 1. It is recommended to deactivate the DIS function when using a tripod.  
2. The DIS function will not operate in DSE mode.  
3. The MENU ON/OFF function will not operate in EASY mode.  
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MF/AF (Manual Focus/Auto Focus)  
The MF/AF function works in CAMERA mode only.  
In most situations, it is better to use the Automatic Focus feature, as it enables you to concentrate on the creative  
side of your shooting.  
Manual focusing may be necessary under certain conditions that make automatic focusing inadequate.  
Auto Focusing  
The AF (Auto Focus) mode is set automatically when you switch on the Power switch.  
If you are inexperienced with camcorders, we recommend that you use the Auto Focus mode.  
Manual Focusing  
In the following situations, you should obtain better results by  
adjusting the focus manually.  
a. A picture containing several objects, some close to the camcorder,  
others further away.  
b. A person enveloped in fog or surrounded by snow.  
c. Very shiny or glossy surfaces like a car.  
d. People or objects moving constantly or quickly like an athlete or crowd.  
1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode.  
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2. Press the MF button.  
The MF symbol will appear in the viewfinder.  
3. Zoom in on the subject to be shot by pushing the ZOOM tab to the Tside.  
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4. Turn the UP/DOWN dial up or down until the object is focused.  
5. If the picture won't focus, zoom out until it becomes clear.  
6. To return to AF(Auto Focus), press the MF button again.  
The MF symbol will disappear from the viewfinder.  
Note: The MF function will not operate in EASY mode.  
BLC  
BLC works in CAMERA mode.  
Back lighting exists when the subject is darker than the background, such as when:  
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The subject is placed in front of a window.  
* BLC on  
* BLC off  
The person to be shot is wearing white or shiny  
clothes and is placed against a bright background;  
the persons face is too dark to distinguish their features.  
The subject is outdoors and the background is overcast.  
The light source is too bright.  
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The subject is against a snowy background.  
1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode and press the BLC button.  
Normal - BLC - Normal (BLC enhances only the subject).  
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PROGRAM AE (Automatic Exposure)  
The PROGRAM AE function works in CAMERA mode only.  
The PROGRAM AE modes allow you to adjust shutter speeds and apertures to suit different recording conditions.  
There are 6 automatic exposure modes.  
The flicker appears when photographing from the interior fluorescent lamp lower part.  
1. AUTO mode  
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Auto balance between the subject and the background.  
Used in normal conditions.  
The shutter speed automatically varies from 1/50 to 1/250 second, depending on the picture.  
2. SPORTS mode (  
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For shooting people or objects moving quickly; you should able to play back the picture in slow motion on an  
8 mm VCR or stop on a given image with very little blur.  
3. PORTRAIT mode (  
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For focusing on the subject and not the background.  
The PORTRAIT mode is most effective when used outdoors.  
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The shutter speed automatically varies from 1/50 to 1/1000 second, depending on the picture.  
4. SPOTLIGHT mode (  
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To shoot correctly when there is only light on the subject and not the rest of the picture.  
The shutter speed is 1/50 second.  
5. SAND/SNOW mode (  
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For shooting when the people or objects are darker than the background because of reflected light from sand  
or snow.  
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The shutter speed automatically varies from 1/50 to 1/250 second, depending on the picture.  
6. HSS (High Speed Shutter) mode (  
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For shooting fast-moving subjects such as the players in golf or tennis games.  
You may need to light the shooting area.  
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Setting the PROGRAM AE (Automatic Exposure) mode  
1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode.  
2. Press the P.AE button, the (  
) symbol will be displayed.  
STBY  
0:00:00  
3. Press the P.AE button until the appropriate symbol is displayed.  
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displayed.  
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The P.AE function will not operate in EASY or CUSTOM mode.  
The BLC function will not operate in P.AE mode.  
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DSE (Digital Special Effects) in CAMERA mode  
The digital effects enable you to give a creative look to your recording by adding various special effects.  
Select the appropriate digital effect for the type of picture that you wish to shoot and the effect that you wish to give.  
There are several DSE modes. (VP-W90/W95D: 8 modes, VP-W97: 9 modes)  
1. Normal picture: This mode uses a normal image without DSE effect .  
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2. STROBE: This mode works by inserting cutting effect on the image.  
As a reference, there are 50 fields in the normal picture. (VP-W97 only)  
3. SEPIA: This mode gives the image a reddish brown pigment.  
4. B&W(Black & White): This mode makes the image black and white.  
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5. NEG.(Negative): This mode reverses the colour of the image  
creating a negative picture affect.  
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6. MIRROR: This mode cuts the image in half, using a mirror effect.  
7. ART: Adds a paint-like effect, called solarization, to the image.  
8. MOSAIC: This mode gives the image a checkered design.  
9. 16:9(WIDE): This mode provides 16:9(WIDE) television display.  
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10. CINEMA: This mode covers upper/lower portion of the screen to  
give a movie-like effect.  
Note: DSE function will not operate in EASY mode.  
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Selecting and recording DSE effects  
1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode.  
STBY  
X:XX:XX  
SEPIA  
2. Press the DSE button, STROBE or SEPIA will be displayed.  
3. Keep pressing the DSE button, until the desired mode is displayed.  
4. Press the START/STOP button to start recording.  
5. To exit the DSE functions, press the DSE button once or several  
times until no DSE mode is displayed on the Viewfinder.  
Notes: I It is recommended that you set the DSE mode in STBY mode.  
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Setting and Recording the DATE/TIME  
Setting and recording the date/time feature works in CAMERA mode only.  
You can record the date/time on your recording, so you know when it was made.  
The date and time are recorded whenever they are displayed in the viewfinder.  
Setting a DATE/TIME  
Setting DATE/TIME is possible in STANDBY of CAMERA mode only.  
1. Make sure that you have installed the LITHIUM BATTERY. (see page 17)  
The LITHIUM BATTERY is needed to maintain the clock.  
MENU  
DIS .....................OFF  
D.ZOOM.............OFF  
WHITE BAL........AUTO  
DISPLAY ............ON  
LANGUAGE .......ENGLISH  
WL.REMOCON..ON  
CUSTOM SET  
2. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode.  
3. Press the MENU ON/OFF button, then the MENU list will appear.  
NEXT: MENU  
MENU  
CLOCK SET  
TITLE SET  
TITLE....................OFF  
D/TITLE COLOUR ..WHITE  
C.RESET  
4. Turn the UP/DOWN dial until CLOCK SET is highlighted.  
5. Press ENTER.  
DEMO....................OFF  
EXIT: MENU  
CLOCK SETTING  
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The DATE and TIME is displayed.  
0:00  
1. JAN. 2004  
The area BLINKING indicates which part will be changed.  
The year will be the first to blink.  
EXIT: MENU  
6. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to set a desired year.  
CLOCK SETTING  
0:00  
1. JAN. 2005  
EXIT: MENU  
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7. Press ENTER.  
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The month setting will blink.  
0:00  
1. JAN. 2005  
EXIT: MENU  
8. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to set the desired month.  
CLOCK SETTING  
0:00  
1. FEB. 2005  
EXIT: MENU  
9. Press ENTER.  
The day setting will blink.  
CLOCK SETTING  
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1. FEB. 2005  
10. You set the year, hours and minutes by following the same  
procedures used for setting the year and month.  
EXIT: MENU  
11. Press ENTER after setting the minutes, the clock setting screen will disappear.  
The entered date and time will then be displayed.  
Recording a DATE/TIME  
1. Make sure that you have set the DATE/TIME.  
2. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode.  
3. Press the DATE/TIME button.  
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To record the date and time, press the DATE/TIME button twice.  
4. Press the START/STOP button to start recording.  
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discharged and should be replaced. (see page 17)  
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You cannot hide the recorded date or time during playback.  
The DATE/TIME function will not operate in EASY or CUSTOM mode.  
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Selecting and Recording a Title  
Selecting and recording a TITLE is possible in the CAMERA mode only.  
The TITLE feature allows you to select a preset title stored in the camcorders memory.  
You can also select the language of the titles.  
Selecting a Language and Setting a Title  
Selecting a language is possible in both STANDBY in CAMERA modes.  
The factory default language is ENGLISH but you can change the language.  
1. Make sure that you have installed the LITHIUM BATTERY or have the adapter attached.  
2. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode.  
3. Press the MENU ON/OFF button.  
The MENU list will be displayed.  
MENU  
DIS ......................OFF  
D.ZOOM..............OFF  
WHITE BAL. .......AUTO  
DISPLAY .............ON  
LANGUAGE ........ENGLISH  
WL.REMOCON ...ON  
CUSTOM SET  
NEXT: MENU  
MENU  
4. Turn the UP/DOWN dial until TITLE SET is highlighted.  
CLOCK SET  
TITLE SET  
TITLE....................OFF  
D/TITLE COLOUR ..WHITE  
C.RESET..............0:00:00  
DEMO ..................OFF  
EXIT: MENU  
5. Press ENTER.  
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Alist of available languages will appear.  
LANGUAGE  
ENGLISH [HAVING FUN]  
FRANÇAIS  
DEUTSCH  
ITALIANO  
ESPAÑOL  
PYCCKNZ  
EXIT: MENU  
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6. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to select the appropriate language.  
ENGLISH [HAVING FUN]  
FRANÇAIS  
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DEUTSCH  
ESPAÑOL/PYCCKNZ.  
ITALIANO  
ESPAÑOL  
PYCCKNZ  
7. Press ENTER.  
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8. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to highlight the TITLE you desire.  
9. Press ENTER.  
ANNIVERSARY  
CONGRATULATIONS  
GRADUATION  
HAPPY BIRTHDAY  
HAPPY NEW YEAR  
HAVING FUN  
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The selected title will appear on the screen for 2 ~ 3 seconds  
and will then disappear. At the same time the camcorder will  
return to the menu mode.  
MENU  
Recording a Title  
Note: Make sure that you have selected a TITLE.  
CLOCK SET  
TITLE SET  
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TITLE...................CONTINUE  
D/TITLE COLOUR ..WHITE  
C.RESET  
DEMO....................OFF  
1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode.  
2. Press MENU.  
EXIT: MENU  
3. Turn the UP/DOWN dial until TITLE........OFF is highlighted.  
4. Press ENTER to choose between OFF, AUTO-10S and CONTINUE.  
5. Press the START/STOP button to record the title with your recording.  
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If you want to change the title recording time, select title recording time.  
Select from: (OFF, AUTO-10S, CONTINUE) on MENU.  
Notes: I The title moves horizontally from the right side to the left side 10 seconds after you turn on the title.  
The MENU ON/OFF function will not operate in EASY or REC mode.  
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Advanced Shooting  
Fade In and Out  
The FADE function works in CAMERA mode only.  
You can give your films a professional look by using special effects such as fading in and out at the beginning or  
end of a sequence.  
To Start Recording  
STBY  
0:00:00  
1. Before recording, hold down the FADE button.  
The picture and sound gradually disappear (fade out).  
2. Press the START/STOP button and at the same time release the  
FADE button.  
REC  
0:00:15  
Recording starts and the picture and sound gradually  
appear (fade in).  
REC  
0:00:15  
To Stop Recording (using FADE IN / FADE OUT)  
3. When you wish to stop recording, hold down the FADE button.  
The picture and sound gradually disappear (fade out).  
STBY  
0:00:20  
4. When the picture has disappeared, press  
the START/STOP button to stop recording.  
Hold the FADE button  
a. FADE OUT  
Gradual disappearance  
a. FADE OUT  
(Approx. 4 seconds)  
b. FADE IN  
(Approx. 4 seconds)  
Gradual appearance  
b. FADE IN  
Release the FADE button  
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Advanced Shooting  
Snap Shot (VP-W97 only)  
With the SNAP SHOT feature, your camcorder can function like a normal film camera, allowing you to take single still  
pictures.  
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The SNAP SHOT function only operates in the CAMERA mode.  
1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode.  
CAMERA  
2. Press the SNAP SHOT button when you have the picture  
you wish to capture.  
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At this time, be careful not to shake your camcorder  
because the image will be indistinctly recorded.  
3. Once the SNAP SHOT button has been pressed, your camcorder will  
automatically return to STANDBY mode after approximately 6 seconds.  
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You can check the remaining available SNAP SHOT space by  
looking at the time displayed on the screen.  
To stop SNAP SHOT shooting, press the SNAP SHOT button  
again.  
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Notes:  
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If the camcorder is knocked or shaken while taking a SNAP SHOT, the image may be blurred.  
The SNAP SHOT is activated in recording.  
When the SNAP SHOT button is pressed in CAMERA mode with no tape installed, a still image will be  
displayed in the viewfinder.  
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Advanced Shooting  
White Balance  
WHITE BALANCE is a recording function that preserves the unique colour of the object in any shooting condition.  
You may select the appropriate WHITE BALANCE mode to obtain good colour quality of the image.  
- AUTO: This mode is generally used to control the WHITE BALANCE automatically.  
- INDOOR ( ): It controls WHITE BALANCE according to the indoor ambience.  
- OUTDOOR ( ): It controls WHITE BALANCE according to the outdoor ambience.  
Setting a White Balance Mode  
1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode.  
2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button, then the MENU list will  
be displayed.  
MENU  
DIS........................OFF  
D.ZOOM ..............OFF  
WHITE BAL. ........AUTO  
DISPLAY ..............ON  
LANGUAGE..........ENGLISH  
WL.REMOCON ....ON  
CUSTOM SET  
3. Turn the UP/DOWN dial until  
WHITE BAL. ........AUTO is highlighted.  
EXIT: MENU  
MENU  
4. Press ENTER.  
DIS........................OFF  
D.ZOOM ..............OFF  
WHITE BAL. ........OUTDOOR  
DISPLAY ..............ON  
LANGUAGE..........ENGLISH  
WL.REMOCON ....ON  
CUSTOM SET  
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You can set it to INDOOR or OUTDOOR  
by pressing the ENTER button.  
EXIT: MENU  
5. Press MENU ON/OFF button to exit the  
WHITE BALANCE setting screen.  
Hi 8 STBY  
0:00:00  
Note:  
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The MENU ON/OFF function will not operate in EASY or  
REC mode.  
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Advanced Shooting  
Selecting the OSD LANGUAGE  
1. Press the MENU ON/OFF button.  
MENU  
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The MENU list will appear.  
DIS ......................OFF  
D.ZOOM..............OFF  
WHITE BAL. .......AUTO  
DISPLAY .............ON  
LANGUAGE ........ENGLISH  
WL.REMOCON ...ON  
CUSTOM SET  
2. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to LANGUAGE and press the ENTER button.  
EXIT: MENU  
MENU  
DIS ......................OFF  
D.ZOOM..............OFF  
WHITE BAL. .......AUTO  
DISPLAY .............ON  
LANGUAGE ........ENGLISH  
WL.REMOCON ...ON  
CUSTOM SET  
3. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to select the appropriate language.  
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You may select languages from ENGLISH/FRANÇAIS/ESPAÑOL.  
4. Press the ENTER button.  
EXIT: MENU  
LANGUAGE  
[ENGLISH]  
ENGLISH  
FRANÇAIS  
ESPAÑOL  
5. To exit the menu, press the MENU ON/OFF button.  
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The OSD changes with the language which is selected.  
EXIT: MENU  
Notes:  
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The factory default language is ENGLISH.  
You can change the language.  
Selecting a language is possible in CAMERA mode or VCR mode.  
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Demonstration  
Demonstration automatically shows you the major functions that are included with your camcorder so that you may  
use them more easily.  
The DEMO function is only available in CAMERA mode when tape is not in the camcorder.  
The Demonstration operates repeatedly until the POWER switch is set to OFF.  
1. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA mode.  
2. Press MENU ON/OFF button, then the MENU list will appear.  
MENU  
CLOCK SET  
TITLE SET  
TITLE....................OFF  
D/TITLE COLOUR ..WHITE  
C.RESET..............0:00:00  
DEMO ..................OFF  
EXIT: MENU  
3. Turn the UP/DOWN dial so that DEMO is highlighted.  
MENU  
CLOCK SET  
TITLE SET  
TITLE....................OFF  
D/TITLE COLOUR ..WHITE  
C.RESET..............0:00:00  
DEMO ..................OFF  
EXIT: MENU  
4. Press ENTER to select ON.  
Demonstration will start.  
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DEMONSTRATION  
5. Set the power switch to OFF to end the Demonstration.  
Note: The MENU ON/OFF function will not operate in EASY or REC mode.  
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Advanced Recording  
Setting the Date/Title Colour  
1. Set the power switch to CAMERA mode. (see page 22)  
MENU  
2. Press the MENU ON/OFF button.  
CLOCK SET  
TITLE SET  
TITLE....................OFF  
D/TITLE COLOUR ..WHITE  
C.RESET..............0:00:00  
DEMO ..................OFF  
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The MENU list will appear.  
EXIT: MENU  
3. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to D/TITLE COLOUR.......WHITE.  
MENU  
CLOCK SET  
TITLE SET  
TITLE....................OFF  
D/TITLE COLOUR ..WHITE  
C.RESET..............0:00:00  
DEMO ..................OFF  
EXIT: MENU  
4. Press ENTER.  
A list of available colour will appear.  
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DATE/TITLE COLOUR SELECT  
[WHITE]  
WHITE  
YELLOW  
CYAN  
MAGENTA  
RED  
GREEN  
5. Turn the UP/DOWN dial to select the appropriate colour.  
6. Press ENTER.  
BLUE  
EXIT: MENU  
DATE/TITLE COLOUR SELECT  
[YELLOW]  
WHITE  
YELLOW  
CYAN  
MAGENTA  
RED  
GREEN  
BLUE  
EXIT: MENU  
7. Press the MENU ON/OFF button to end setting.  
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Lighting Techniques  
When you use your camcorder, there are normally only two main recording environments.  
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You will be shooting outdoors (Normal recording or through an ND (Neutral Density) filter).  
You will be shooting indoors (Video light recommended or required).  
The single greatest influence on picture quality is the level of brightness, measured in lux.  
The following table lists a few common situations, the corresponding level of brightness and any associated  
recommendations.  
Situations  
Brightness (lux)  
Recommendations  
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N
N
N
N
Snow-covered mountains or fields.  
Sandy beach on a hot summer’s day.  
On a sunny day in the middle of the afternoon.  
On a gloomy day, an hour after the sunrise.  
Office with fluorescent lighting near  
to a window.  
100,000  
100,000  
35,000  
2,000  
ND filter recommended.  
1,000  
Normal recording.  
N
N
N
On a sunny day, an hour before the sunset.  
Department store counter.  
Room lit by two 30W fluorescent lights.  
1,000  
500 to 700  
300  
Video light recommended.  
Video light required.  
N
N
Arcade at night.  
Candle light.  
150 to 200  
10 to 15  
After Shooting  
1. Eject the tape that you have shot. (see page 22)  
2. If you want to protect the tape against accidental erasing, move the red tab on the cassette to cover the hole.  
3. Set the POWER switch to OFF.  
4. Close the LENS cover.  
5. Remove the BATTERY PACK from the camcorder.  
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Playing back the Tape  
To view a tape that you have recorded.  
Playback function works in PLAYER mode only.  
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Watch on a TV monitor: recommended for indoor use.  
To watch on a TV  
It is better to use a TV monitor to view tapes indoors.  
To play a tape back, the TV must feature a compatible colour system. (see page 56)  
Connecting to a TV which has an Audio and Video input jack  
Use the Audio/Video cable supplied with your camcorder.  
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The yellow one: Video  
The white one: Audio(L)  
You can use a SCART adapter, supplied optionally.  
A provided SCART adapter will be one of the following two types.  
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Stereo type  
Mono type  
Connecting to a TV which has no Audio and Video input jack  
You can connect your camcorder to a TV through a VCR.  
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Set the input selector on the VCR to LINE.  
The yellow one: Video  
The white one: Audio(L)  
You can use a SCART adapter (supplied optionally).  
To view the cassette on the television screen, select  
the channel reserved for your VCR on the television.  
(Refer to your VCR or television instruction book.)  
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Playing back the Tape  
Note:  
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VP-W90/W95D/W97 feature a monaural audio system.  
If your TV or VCR are stereo, connect the audio cable to the input marked “L” of the TV or VCR.  
You can use the S-VIDEO cable to obtain better quality pictures if you have the S-VIDEO connector on  
your TV.  
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Playback  
1. Use the TV/VIDEO button to select VIDEO on your TV.  
2. Connect a power source (battery or AC Power Adapter) to the camcorder.  
Set the power switch to PLAYER mode.  
3. Insert the tape you want to watch.  
PLAYER  
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Make sure that STOP is displayed.  
4. Press the  
(PLAY/STILL) button.  
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The recorded pictures should appear on the TV  
after 2 to 3 seconds.  
PLAY/STILL  
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Press  
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(STOP) to stop playing.  
If the tape reaches its end during playback,  
the tape will rewind automatically.  
Note:  
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This camcorder does not support LP recording and playback.  
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The playback system (Hi8/8mm) is selected automatically, depending on the tape format.  
VP-W90/W95D/W97 can playback both Hi8 and 8mm.  
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Playing back the Tape  
Various Functions in PLAYER mode  
To view a STILL picture (Playback pause)  
PLAY/STILL  
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Press  
(PLAY/STILL) button during playback.  
(PLAY/STILL) button again.  
To resume playback, press  
Note: Your camcorder will automatically stop if it is left for more  
than 5 minutes in STILL mode without operation in order to  
prevent tape and head wear.  
REW  
FF  
To locate a scene (picture search)  
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Press  
(FF) or  
(REW) buttons during playback.  
To resume normal playback, release the buttons.  
Zero RETURN (VP-W97 only)  
The ZERO RETURN function works in STOP of PLAYER mode.  
You can Fast Forward or Rewind to 0:00:00 automatically.  
START/  
STOP DISPLAY  
COUNTER  
RESET  
WIDE  
1. Set power switch to PLAYER mode.  
Make sure that STOP is displayed.  
2. Press ZERO RETURN button.  
SELF  
TIMER  
ZERO  
RETURN  
STILL  
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Z.RTN should displayed.  
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FF or REW works automatically.  
Note: The ZERO RETURN button does not work when the TAPE COUNTER reads 0:00:00.  
Notes: I Set the COUNTER RESET to “C.RESET 0:00:00” in MENU mode at the start of the cassette or the  
required sequence.  
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Playing back the Tape  
DSE in PLAYER mode  
The procedure for using DSE in PLAYER mode is the same as the procedure for using DSE in CAMERA mode,  
except that the power switch must be set to PLAYER instead of CAMERA.  
Please refer to pages 36 and 37.  
Note:  
The STROBE, NEG., MIRROR, MOSAIC, CINEMA and 16:9(WIDE) effects will not operate when your cam-  
corder is in PLAYER mode.  
Pressing the DSE button will scroll through the available settings.  
Stop at the one you require.  
Maintenance  
Cleaning and Taking care of the Camcorder  
Cleaning the Viewfinder  
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2
4
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Releasing the Eyepiece  
1. Pull the viewfinder up and then turn the screw counter-clock-wise.  
2. Pull the EYEPIECE away from the viewfinder.  
3. Clean the EYEPIECE and the VIEWFINDER screen with a soft  
cloth and cotton swab or a blower.  
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Reattaching the Eyepiece  
4. Reposition the EYEPIECE back on the VIEWFINDER.  
5. Insert and tighten the screw.  
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Maintenance  
Cleaning the Video Heads  
To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video heads.  
When the playback pictures are noisy or hardly visible, the video heads may be dirty.  
a
b
c
a.  
b, c. Noisy Picture  
If this happens, clean the video heads with a  
Normal Picture  
dry type cassette cleaner.  
1. Set the power switch to PLAYER mode.  
2. Insert the cleaning tape.  
3. Press the  
4. Press the  
(PLAY/STILL) button.  
(STOP) button after about 30 seconds.  
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Check the quality of the picture using a known good video cassette.  
If it is still bad, repeat the operation.  
If the problem continues, contact your local authorized service centre.  
Storing the Camcorder  
1. You must detach the BATTERY PACK from the camcorder  
1
2
4
when not in use.  
2. Keep the camcorder in a ventilated, dry/warm place.  
3. Store the camcorder were temperature changes will  
be minimal. (avoid places such as a garage,  
loft space or car.)  
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4. Store the camcorder on a stable surface.  
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Using Your Camcorder Abroad  
Using Your Camcorder Abroad  
Each country or area has its own electric and TV colour system.  
Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following:  
Power sources  
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You can use your camcorder in any country or area that uses 100V to 240V, 50/60 Hz.  
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Were necessary, use a commercially available AC plug adapter, depending on the style of plug used.  
Colour system  
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You can always view your recordings on the Viewfinder.  
However, to view a recording on a television or to make a copy to a video cassette recorder, the television or VCR  
must be PAL: VP-W90/W95D/W97- compatible and have the appropriate audio/video jacks.  
PAL-compatible area  
Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, China, CIS, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany,  
Greece, Great Britain, Holland, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Libya, Malaysia, Mauritius,  
Rumania, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Syria, Thailand, Tunisia, etc.  
NTSC-compatible area  
Bahamas, Canada, Central America, Japan, Mexico, Philippines, Korea, Taiwan, United States, etc.  
Note: You can make recordings with your camcorder anywhere in the world.  
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Troubleshooting Check  
Troubleshooting Check  
Before contacting a service centre, perform the following simple checks.  
They might save you the time and the expense of an unnecessary call.  
Self Diagnosis Display  
Display  
Blinking  
Inform that...  
Action  
slow  
fast  
the battery pack is almost discharged.  
the battery pack is fully discharged.  
the tape has almost reached its end.  
the tape reached its end.  
Exchange it with a charged one.  
Exchange it with a charged battery.  
Prepare a new one.  
TAPE END!  
TAPE END!  
TAPE!  
slow  
no  
Change to a new one.  
slow  
slow  
slow  
there is no tape in the camcorder.  
the tape is protected from recording.  
Insert a tape.  
PROTECTION!  
Check the red tab, on the tape.  
D.EMG  
C.EMG  
R.EMG  
L.EMG  
the camcorder has some  
mechanical fault.  
1. Eject the tape.  
2. Set to OFF  
3. Detach the battery.  
4. Reattach the battery.  
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Please contact your local authorized  
service centre if the problem continues.  
slow  
moisture condensation  
see page 60.  
has formed in the camcorder.  
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Troubleshooting Check  
Checking  
If you run into any problem using the camcorder, use the following table to try and resolve the problem.  
If these instructions do not allow you to solve the problem, take a note of:  
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The model and serial number marked on the bottom of the camcorder.  
Your warranty, if applicable.  
Then contact your nearest authorized service centre.  
Symptom  
Explanation/Solution  
You cannot switch the camcorder on.  
N
Check the battery pack (see page 19)  
or the AC power adapter. (see page 18)  
Start/Stop does not operate while  
shooting.  
N
N
N
Check the POWER set it to CAMERA.  
You have reached the end of the cassette.  
Check the record protection tab on the cassette. (see page 22)  
The camcorder goes off automatically.  
The battery pack is quickly exhausted.  
N
You have left the camcorder set to STANDBY  
for more than 5 minutes without using it.(see page 24)  
The battery pack is fully used up. (see page 21)  
N
N
N
N
The atmospheric temperature is too low. (see page 21)  
The battery pack has not been charged fully.(see page 19)  
The battery pack is completely dead, and cannot be recharged.  
Use another battery pack.  
You cannot eject the cassette from  
the compartment.  
N
N
The battery pack is fully discharged.  
A mechanical fault may have occurred. (see page 57)  
The DATE/TIME indicator flashes  
more than 2 times when you set the  
camcorder to CAMERA.  
N
The lithium battery is not installed or is fully used up. (see page 17)  
The playback picture is in poor quality.  
N
N
The video heads might be dirty. (see page 55)  
You can do nothing  
with the camcorder.  
A mechanical fault may have occurred. (see page 57)  
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Troubleshooting Check  
Symptom  
Explanation/Solution  
A vertical strip appears when you  
shoot a bright subject against a  
dark background. (candle flame,  
for example)  
N
The contrast between the subject and the background is too great for  
the camcorder to operate normally. Make the background bright to  
reduce the contrast or use the BLC function while you are shooting.  
(see page 35)  
The image in the viewfinder is  
blurred.  
N
The view finder lens has not been adjusted.  
Turn the viewfinder focus ring until the screen comes into sharp focus.  
(see page 25)  
The tape does not move when  
you press the play, Fast Forward  
or Rewind buttons.  
N
N
Set the POWER switch to PLAYER.  
You have reached the beginning or end of the cassette.  
The Date Time or Title disap-  
N
The lithium battery is not installed or is fully used up. (see page 17)  
peared even though you had it set.  
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Troubleshooting Check  
Moisture Condensation  
If the camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may form inside the camcorder,  
on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this condition, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or  
the unit may not operate correctly.  
To prevent possible damage under these circumstances, the camcorder has  
the built-in moisture sensor.  
If there is moisture inside the camcorder, DEW(  
)is displayed.  
If this happens, none of the functions except cassette ejection will work.  
Open the cassette compartment and remove the battery for at least two  
hours in a warm dry room.  
If the DEW protection feature unexpectedly activated and you want to  
override it: (Please make sure that the condensation has disappeared  
completely.)  
DEW  
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2
1. Take the battery pack out.  
2. Take the lithium battery out.  
3. Put the lithium battery back.  
3
4
4. Put the battery pack back.  
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Specifications  
These technical specifications and design may be changed without notice.  
System  
Recording system  
VP-W90/W95D/W97  
Video: 2 rotary heads Helical scanning FM  
Audio: FM monaural system  
PAL colour, CCIR standard  
Hi8 or 8mm  
SP: 20.051 mm/sec  
Record: SP only Playback: SP only  
P5-120: 120 min.  
P5-120: approx. 8 min.  
CCD (Charge Coupled Device)  
22x  
3.6 ~ 79.2 mm  
1.6  
Video signal  
Usable cassette  
Tape speed  
Speed mode  
Recording time  
FF or REW time  
Image device  
Optical zoom ratio  
Focal length: f  
F
Filter diameter  
Focus system  
Macro  
46 mm  
Inner  
Auto wide macro  
Min. Illumination  
0.3 lux (visible)  
Connectors  
Video out  
Mini jack, 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms, Unbalanced  
Audio out  
External mic  
Mini jack, -7.7 dBs, imp.: less than 820 ohms  
Monaural ø3.5 (VP-W95D/W97)  
General  
Power requirement  
Power consumption  
Built-in mic  
DC 8.4 V (1A)  
VP-W90/W95D: 3.3 W, VP-W97: 3.8 W  
Condenser mic, omni-directional  
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)  
Operating temperature  
Dimension (W H D)  
101 104 174 (mm)  
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Weight  
690g  
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Index  
- A -  
- E -  
ABROAD ....................................................................56  
AC POWER ADAPTER..............................................18  
AF...............................................................................34  
AUDIO........................................................................51  
AUTO FOCUSING .................. ..................................34  
AUTO MODE..............................................................36  
AUTO POWER OFF...................................................24  
EASY..........................................................................31  
EJECT........................................................................22  
- F -  
FADE IN .....................................................................44  
FADE OUT .................................................................44  
FF (FAST FORWARD) ...............................................53  
FILTER DIAMETER....................................................61  
FOCAL LENGTH........................................................61  
- B -  
BATTERY ...................................................................19  
BATTERY LEVEL.......................................................21  
BATTERY PACK.........................................................19  
BLC ............................................................................35  
- H -  
HAND STRAP ............................................................16  
Hi8..............................................................................52  
- C -  
- L -  
CAMERA....................................................................18  
CASSETTE ................................................................22  
CASSETTE HOLDER.................................................11  
CLEANING.................................................................55  
CONTENTS..................................................................2  
CUSTOM....................................................................32  
LENS............................................................................9  
LITHIUM BATTERY....................................................17  
- M -  
MIRROR.....................................................................38  
MOISTURE.................................................................60  
MONAURAL AUDIO...................................................51  
MOSAIC .....................................................................38  
- D -  
DATE ..........................................................................40  
DATE/TIME.................................................................40  
DC CABLE .................................................................18  
DEMO ........................................................................48  
DEW ...........................................................................60  
DIGITAL ZOOM..........................................................29  
DIMENSION ...............................................................61  
DIS .............................................................................33  
DISPLAY.....................................................................12  
DSE............................................................................38  
- N -  
ND FILTER.................................................................50  
NEG............................................................................38  
NTSC..........................................................................56  
- O -  
OPERATION MODE...................................................13  
OSD............................................................................12  
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Index  
START/STOP .............................................................23  
STILL..........................................................................53  
STOP .........................................................................52  
STROBE.....................................................................38  
SYSTEM.....................................................................61  
S-VIDEO.....................................................................52  
- P -  
PAL.............................................................................56  
PLAY...........................................................................52  
PLAYER......................................................................52  
PORTRAIT MODE......................................................36  
POWER CONSUMPTION..........................................61  
POWER REQUIREMENT ..........................................61  
POWER SWITCH.......................................................18  
PROGRAM AE ...........................................................36  
- T -  
TAPE COUNTER .......................................................13  
TAPE EJECT..............................................................22  
TAPE END..................................................................57  
TIME...........................................................................40  
TITLE..........................................................................42  
TROUBLE CHECK.....................................................58  
TV MONITOR.............................................................51  
- R -  
RECHARGING ...........................................................19  
RECORDING..............................................................23  
REC SEARCH............................................................24  
REMOTE CONTROL .................................................15  
REW (REWIND) ........................................................53  
- V -  
VIDEO ........................................................................51  
VIDEO HEAD .............................................................55  
- S -  
SAFETY INSTRUCTION..............................................4  
SAND/SNOW MODE .................................................36  
SELF-30S...................................................................15  
SELF-END .................................................................15  
SELF DIAGNOSIS ....................................................57  
SELF RECORD..........................................................15  
SELF TIMER ..............................................................15  
SEPIA.........................................................................38  
SHOULDER STRAP ..................................................17  
SNAP SHOT...............................................................45  
SPECIFICATION ........................................................61  
SPORTS MODE.........................................................36  
SPOTLIGHT MODE ...................................................36  
- W -  
WAIT-10S ...................................................................15  
WEIGHT .....................................................................61  
- Z -  
ZERO RETURN .........................................................53  
ZOOM.........................................................................28  
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ENGLISH  
Power Sources (United Kingdom Only)  
The mains lead on the power adapter is supplied with a molded 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 markings identifying the terminals in your plug,  
proceed as follows:  
The wire coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter N or coloured BLUE or BLACK.  
The wire coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter L or coloured BROWN or RED.  
WARNING  
NOTE  
Do not connect either wire to the earth terminal marked with the letter E or the earth symbol,  
, or coloured GREEN or GREEN and YELLOW.  
This page is applicable to Great Britain only.  
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UNITED KINGDOM  
REPUBLIC OF IRELAND  
This Samsung product is warranted for the period of twelve  
(12) months from the original date of purchase, against  
defective materials and workmanship. In the event that  
warranty service is required, you should return the product to  
the retailer from whom it was purchased.  
However, Samsung Authorised Dealers and Authorised  
Service Centres in other EC Countries will comply with the  
warranty on the terms issued to purchasers in the country  
concerned. In case of difficulty, details of our Authorised  
Service Centres are available from:  
4. This product is not considered to be defective in materials  
nor workmanship by reason that it requires adaptation in  
order to conform to national or local technical or safety  
standards in force in any Country other than the one for  
which the product was originally designed and  
manufactured. This warranty will not cover, and no re-  
imbursement will be made for such adaptation nor any  
damage which may result.  
5. This warranty covers none of the following:  
a) Periodic check ups, maintenance and repair or  
replacement of parts due to normal wear and tear.  
b) Cost relating to transport, removal or installation of the  
product.  
c) Misuse, including the faiure to use this product for its  
normal purposes or incorrect installation.  
d) Damage caused by Lightning, Water, Fire, Acts of  
God, War, Public Disturbances, incorrect mains  
voltage, improper ventilation or any other cause  
beyond the control of Samsung.  
Samsung Electronics (U.K.) Ltd.,  
Euro Service Centre, Stafford Park 12,  
TELFORD, Shropshire TF3 3BJ,  
Tel: 0870) 242 0303, Fax: 01952) 297617  
I WARRANTY CONDITIONS  
6. This warranty is valid for any person who legally acquired  
possession of the product during the warranty period.  
7. The consumers statutory rights in any applicable national  
legislation whether against the retailer arising from the  
purchase contract or otherwise are not affected by this  
warranty. Unless there is national legislation to the  
contrary, the rights under this warranty are the consumers  
sole rights and Samsung, its subsidiaries and distributors  
shall not be liable for indirect or consequential loss or any  
damage to records, compact discs, videos or audio taper  
or any other related equipment or material.  
1. The warranty is only valid if, when warranty service is  
required, the warranty card is fully and properly  
completed and is presented with the original invoice or  
sales slip or confirmation, and the serial number on the  
product has not been defaced.  
2. Samsung’s obligations are limited to the repair or, at its  
discretion, replacement of the product or the defective  
part.  
3. Warranty repairs must be carried out by Authorised  
Samsung Dealers or Authorised Service Centres. No re-  
imbursement will be made for repairs carried out by non  
Samsung Dealers and, any such repair work and damage  
to the products caused by such repair work will not be  
covered by this warranty.  
SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS (U.K.) LTD.  
ELLAS  
(GREECE)  
Agaphte pelath,  
Saı eucaristoume gia thn empistosunh pou deixate  
sthn SAMSUNG me thn agora authı thı  
2. H upocrewsh thı SAMSUNG afora mono thn  
episkeuh tou proiontoı  
3. H episkeuh tou proiontoı prepei na anatiqetai  
mono se exousiodothmena kentra service h  
exousiodothmenouı antiproswpouı thı SAMSUNG.  
Kamia apozhmiwsh den qa ginei apodekth gia  
episkeuh pou ecei ginei apo mh exousiodothmeno  
apo thn SAMSUNG sunergeio.  
4. To proion auto den qa qewrhqei ellatwmatiko sta  
ulika h sthn ergasia episkeuhı ean qa prepei na  
prosarmostei, metatrapei h ruqmistei wste na  
summorfwqei me tiı topikeı tecnikeı prodiagrafeı  
h prodiagrafeı pou iscuoun se cwra allh apo auth  
gia thn opoia proorizotan h kataskeuasthke.  
H egguhsh auth den kaluptei apozhmiwseiı giaÚ  
suskeuhı.  
To proion auto thı SAMSUNG einai egguhmeno gia  
periodo dwdeka (12) mhnwn apo thn hmeromhnia agoraı  
tou gia antallaktika kai ergatika. Sthn periptwsh  
pou qa creiastei episkeuh, to proion auto thı  
SAMSUNG qa prepei na stalei h na metaferqei sto  
exousiodothmeno service, me exoda tou agorasth.  
Exousiodothmenoi antiproswpoi kai exousiodothmena  
kentra service se alleı Eurwpaikeı cwreı, qa  
apodecqoun touı orouı thı egguhshı.  
Plhroforieı gia ta exousiodothmena kentra service  
sthn Ellada, mporeite na parete apo thn  
Kefaleı binteo kai kasetofwnwn  
Kefaleı binteokameraı  
Gennhtrieı aktinwn Iaser sta CD, DVD  
Thleceiristhria  
Lucnieı fournwn mikrokumatwn  
Prosarmogeı, metatropeı h ruqmiseiı,  
anexarthta an einai epituchı h anepituchı,  
oute opoiadhpote zhmia proercetai ex autou...  
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145 68 Kruoneri, Apikhı  
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I Oroi thı egguhshı  
1. H egguhsh iscuei ean kai mono ean to proion  
creiazetai service kai h karta egguhshı ecei  
plhrwı sumplhrwqei kai sfragisqei apo to  
katasthma agoraı. Epishı prepei na proskomisqei  
kai to timologio h h apodeixh  
lianikhı pwlhshı, panw sthn opoia o seiriakoı  
ariqmoı tou proiontoı prepei na einai eukrinhı.  
5. H egguhsh auth den kaluptei kamia apo tiı  
parakatw periptwseiıÚ  
D. H egguhsh auth den ephreazei ta dikaiwmata  
tou katanalwth pou problepontai apo thn  
efarmostea eqnikh nomoqesia pou iscuei,  
oute ta dikaiwmata twn katanalwtwn  
enantion twn lianopwlhtwn pou aporreoun  
apo thn sumbash pwlhshı.  
E. Se periptwsh pou den uparcei eqnikh  
nomoqesia auth h egguhsh qa einai h  
monadikh kai apokleistikh kaluyh tou  
katanalwth gia kaqe zhmia.  
Periodikouı elegcouı, sunthrhsh kai episkeuh h  
antikatastash merwn pou ofeilontai se  
fusiologikh fqora  
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Ta exoda kai touı kindunouı metaforaı pou  
scetizontai me thn egguhsh autou tou proiontoı  
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Zhmia se auto to proion pou proercetai apoÚ  
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A. Katacrhsh h kai kakh crhsh,  
sumperilambanomenhı alla kai mh  
periorismenhı seÚ  
Mh crhsh autou tou proiontoı gia touı  
skopouı pou fusiologika proorizetai h  
sumfwna me tiı odhgieı crhsewı gia thn  
swsth crhsh kai sunthrhsh autou tou  
proiontoı  
FOURLIS TRADE A.E.B.E.  
Thn egkatastash kai crhsh tou proiontoı me  
tropouı pou antikeintai stiı tecnikeı  
prodiagrafeı asfaleiaı pou iscuoun kata  
thn crhsh tou proiontoı  
B. Episkeuh pou egine apo mh exousiodothmena  
sunergeia service  
G. Atuchmata, qeomhnieı h opoiadhpote aitia  
pera tou elegcou thı SAMSUNG,  
sumperilambanomenwn alla mh periorismenwn  
twn keraunwn, tou nerou, thı fwtiaı, twn  
dhmosiwn anataracwn, tou kakou aerismou  
klp.  
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