Brand: SAMSUNG
Category: Camera
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Manual for SCD103/D105
Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 9:07 p.m.
Warranty Information
This product is warranted against defects in material and workmanship for 12 months from the date of purchase.
Getting to Know Your Camcorder
This section provides an overview of the camcorder's features, including its language options, digital data transfer capabilities (IEEE 1394 and USB), still image capture (PHOTO function), digital zoom, LCD monitor, image stabilization, digital effects, backlight compensation, program AE, night recording (NITE PIX), and MPEG recording.
Basic Recording
Learn how to make your first recording, select OSD language, use record search, optimize image stability, and record using the LCD monitor or viewfinder. Adjustments for the LCD and focus are also covered.
Advanced Recording
Explore various functions for advanced recording, including menu settings, AE programs, white balance, zoom, digital image stabilization, special effects, recording modes (REC MODE), audio modes, and date/time settings. Techniques like slow shutter, auto/manual focus, back light compensation, and fading are detailed.
Playback
Instructions for tape playback on the LCD or TV, and various playback functions like pause, picture search, slow playback, and frame advance are provided. It also covers data transfer via IEEE 1394 and USB interfaces, and digital still camera mode.
Maintenance
Guidance on cleaning the camcorder and video heads, as well as using the camcorder abroad, including power source and color system compatibility.
Troubleshooting
A comprehensive guide to common issues and their solutions, including self-diagnosis displays for tape and memory card errors, and addressing moisture condensation.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| Display Blinking | Informs that... | Action |
|---|---|---|
| slow | the battery pack is almost discharged. | Change to a charged one. |
| slow | When the remaining time on the tape is about 2 minutes | Prepare a new one. |
| no | the tape reached its end. | Change to a new one. |
| slow | there is no tape in camcorder. | Insert a tape. |
| slow | the tape is protected from recording. | If you want to record, release the protection. |
| slow | the camcorder has some mechanical fault. |
1. Eject the tape. 2. Set to OFF. 3. Detach the battery. 4. Reattach the battery. * If unresolved contact your local service representative. |
| slow | moisture condensation has formed in the camcorder. | see below. |