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Page 1: User Manual
High Defi nition Digital Camcorder user manual imagine Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. To receive more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.com/register the possibilities HMX-R10SP HMX-R10BP... -
Page 2: Key Features Of Your Full Hd Camcorder
key features of your ful l HD camcorder 9.15 Mega pixel CMOS (1/2.33) Adopted This camcorder’s 9.15 mega pixel CMOS sensor catches your important moments and records them in fine detail. Unlike traditional CCD imagers, CMOS sensors require less power, providing efficient battery performance. Full HD 1080 Viewing Performance This camcorder uses advanced H.264 compression technology to realize the clearest video quality. - Page 3 12 Mega pixel Photo Quality Samsung’s Pixel Rising technology yields high resolution still images that retain colours and resolution in extraordinary detail. The result is the 12 megapixel image quality that is equivalent to a digital camera. Quick Standby Capability Closing the LCD screen in the STBY mode minimizes the power consumption by switching the camcorder to the Quick On STBY mode.
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Page 4: Before Reading This User Manual
before reading this user manual SAFETY WARNINGS What the icons and signs in this user manual mean; Means that there is a potential risk of death or serious injury. WARNING Means that there is a potential risk of personal injury or damage to the product. -
Page 5: Important Information On Use
• The recorded contents cannot be compensated for: - Samsung cannot compensate for any damage caused when a recording cannot be played back because of a defect in the camcorder or memory card. - Page 6 Notes regarding trademarks • All the trade names and registered trademarks mentioned in this manual or other documentation provided with your Samsung product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. • The SD logo is a trademark. The SDHC logo is a trademark.
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Page 7: Safety Information
safety information The safety precautions illustrated below are to prevent personal injury or material damages. Heed all instructions carefully. WARNING Means that there is a potential risk of serious personal injury. CAUTION Means that there is a potential risk of personal injury or damage to the product WARNING Do not overload outlets or... - Page 8 If the camcorder makes an abnormal sound, or smell or smokes, unplug the power-cord immediately and request service from a Samsung service centre. There is a risk of fire or personal injury. Do not dispose of battery pack in a fire as it may explode.
- Page 9 CAUTION Do not press the surface of the LCD with force, or hit it with a sharp object. If you push the LCD surface, display unevenness may occur. Do not use the camcorder near direct sunlight or heating equipment. This may cause a malfunction or injury.
- Page 10 . Do not use the camcorder near strong radio waves or magnetism such as speakers and a large motor. Noise could enter video or audio that are being recorded. Keep important data separately. Samsung is not responsible for data loss.
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Page 11: Table Of Contents
contents PREPARATION BASIC OPERATION Key features of your full HD camcorder Before reading this user manual Safety information Contents Quick start guide You can record videos or photos on a memory card! What’s included with your camcorder Getting to know the camcorder Location of controls Identifying the screen displays Getting started... - Page 12 contents ADVANCED OPERATION Capturing photos while playing back videos Zooming Basic Playback Changing the playback mode Playing back videos Viewing photos Viewing a slide show Zooming during playback Advanced Recording Handling menus and quick menus Menu items Quick menu items SCENE Resolution Quality...
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Page 13: Advanced Operation
ADVANCED OPERATION Digital Zoom Cont. Shot Bracket Shot Self Timer Time Lapse REC Quick view Guideline Advanced playback Play Option Highlight Cont. Capture File Info System setting Date/Time Set Date/Time Display Date Type Time Type File No. Time Zone LCD Control LCD Enhancer Auto LCD Off Booting Mode... - Page 14 contents EDITING VIDEO EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS USING A COMPUTER OTHER INFORMATION 107 Editing video clips 110 Editing the playlist 114 File management 116 Printing photos 119 Connecting to a TV 124 Dubbing videos 125 Using with a Windows computer 136 Warning indicators and messages 140 Troubleshooting 148 Maintenance &...
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Page 15: You Can Record Videos Or Photos On
quick start guide This quick start guide introduces the basic operation and features of your camcorder. See the reference pages for more information. You can record videos or photos on a memory card! You can record videos in H.264 format that is convenient to email and share with your friends and family. -
Page 16: Quick Start Guide
quick start guide Recording videos with HD (high definition) image quality Your camcorder is compatible with H.264 format “1920x1080/50i” which provides highly-detailed, beautiful images. page 62 Open the LCD screen to turn on the video ( ) indicator. • Your camcorder turns on when you open the LCD screen. - Page 17 STEP3: Play back videos or photos Viewing the LCD screen of your camcorder Your camcorder is compatible with H.264 format “1920x1080/50i” which provides highly- detailed, beautiful images. page 62 Touch the Play ( ) tab on the screen in STBY mode. Touch the thumbnail ( STBY 00:00:00...
- Page 18 quick start guide Importing and viewing the videos/photos from your PC Launch the Intelli-studio programme by connecting the camcorder to your PC via USB cable. Click “Import folder” to import the video or photo files from your PC to the Intelli-studio programme.
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Page 19: What's Included With Your Camcorder
• The contents may vary depending on the sales region. • Parts and accessories are available for purchase at your local Samsung dealer. SAMSUNG is not responsible for reduced battery life time or malfunctions caused by any unauthorized use of accessories such as AC adaptor or the batteries. -
Page 20: Getting To Know The Camcorder
getting to know the camcorder LOCATION OF CONTROLS Front/Left/Right ❷ ❸ ❹ ❺ ❻ ❼ Built-in flash Lens Recording indicator Internal microphone Q.MENU button Zoom (W/T) button Recording start/stop button During a recording, be careful not to block the internal microphone and lens. ❶... - Page 21 Rear/Bottom MODE button/Mode indicator (Video( )/Photo( ) mode) Zoom(W/T) lever Charging(CHG) lamp Recording start/Stop button HDMI jack ❶ ❷ ❸ ❹ ❺ ❻ ❼ ❽ Jack cover DC IN jack (USB,Component/AV)jack Battery/Memory card cover switch Battery/Memory card cover Tripod receptacle ...
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Page 22: Identifying The Screen Displays
getting to know the camcorder IDENTIFYING THE SCREEN DISPLAYS The available functions vary depending on the selected operation mode, and different indicators appear depending on the setting values. The indicators below only appear in the video record mode. PRECHECK! • This On Screen Display (OSD) is shown in Video record ( •... -
Page 23: Video Play Mode
The available functions vary depending on the selected operation mode, and different indicators appear depending on the setting values. The indicators below only appear in the video play mode. PRECHECK! • This On Screen Display (OSD) is shown in Video playback ( •... -
Page 24: Photo Record Mode
getting to know the camcorder IDENTIFYING THE SCREEN DISPLAYS The available functions vary depending on the selected operation mode, and different indicators appear depending on the setting values. The below indicators below only appear in the photo record mode. PRECHECK! •... -
Page 25: Photo Play Mode
The available functions vary depending on the selected operation mode, and different indicators appear depending on the setting values. The below indicators below only appear in the photo play mode. PRECHECK! • This On Screen Display (OSD) is shown in Video playback ( •... -
Page 26: Getting Started
• Use only Samsung-approved battery packs. Do not use batteries from other manufacturers. Otherwise, there is a danger of overheating, fire or explosion. • Samsung is not responsible for problems occurring due to using unapproved batteries. Ejecting the battery pack... - Page 27 Charging the battery pack with the AC power adaptor Power( ) button Power cord PRECHECK! Before starting the following procedure, make sure that the battery pack is inserted in your camcorder. Press the power( ) button to turn off the camcorder and then close the LCD screen.
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Page 28: Checking The Battery State
getting started CHECKING THE BATTERY STATE You can check the charging state and remaining battery capacity. To check the charging state The colour of the CHG lamp indicates the power or charging state. Charging (CHG) lamp The colour of the charging indicator shows the charging state. Charging state Fully Discharged LED colour... - Page 29 • The recording time is affected by temperature and environmental conditions. • We recommend only using the original battery pack that is available from your Samsung retailer. When the battery reaches the end of its life, please contact your local dealer. The batteries have to be dealt with as chemical waste.
- Page 30 getting started About the running time • Times measured when using the camcorder at 25˚C (77˚F). As the environmental temperature and conditions vary, the actual battery time may differ form the approximate times given in the table. • The recording and playback time will be shorter depending on the conditions under which you use your camcorder.
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Page 31: Basic Operation Of The Camcorder
basic operation of the camcorder TURNING YOUR CAMCORDER ON/OFF This chapter introduces you to the basic operation procedures of this camcorder, such as turning the power on/off, switching modes, and setting on-screen indicators. Open the LCD screen to turn on the camcorder. -
Page 32: Switching To The Power Saving Mode
basic operation of the camcorder SWITCHING TO THE POWER SAVING MODE If you need to use camcorder for the extended time, the following functions enable you to prevent unnecessary energy consumption. In STBY mode: • The camcorder switches to "Quick On STBY" mode when the LCD screen is closed. page 98 In Playback mode (Includes the thumbnail view mode): •... -
Page 33: Setting The Operation Modes
SETTING THE OPERATION MODES You can switch the operating mode in the following order each time you press the MODE button. Video mode ( ) Photo mode ( mode ( • Each time the operation mode changes, the respective mode indicator lights on. •... -
Page 34: Using The Touch Panel
basic operation of the camcorder Checking the remaining battery and recording capacity • When the power is off, press and hold the Display ( /iCHECK) button. • When the power is on, press and hold the Display ( /iCHECK) button for about 3 second. •... -
Page 35: First Time Settings
The date/time must be set again. • Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use. If you find the decreased usage time between charges becomes significant, ask your local Samsung retailer. Charging the built-in rechargeable battery •... -
Page 36: Selecting The Language
first time settings SELECTING THE LANGUAGES You can select the language to display the menu screen or messages. The language setting is retained when the camcorder is powered off. Touch Menu ( )Setting ( ) tab. Touch up ( )/down ( displayed. -
Page 37: Getting Ready To Start Recording
getting ready to start recording INSERTING AND REMOVING A MEMORY CARD (NOT SUPPLIED) To insert a memory card Open the battery/memory card cover by sliding the switch to the left (OPEN) as shown in the figure. Insert the memory card into the card slot until it softly clicks. -
Page 38: Selecting A Suitable Memory Card
getting ready to start recording SELECTING A SUITABLE MEMORY CARD Compatible memory cards • This camcorder can be used with SD (Secure Digital) and SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) cards. It is recommended to use an SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) card. SD cards up to 2GB are supported with this camcorder. -
Page 39: Notes On Use
• Be careful to keep the memory card out of the reach of children, who might swallow it. Notes on use • Samsung is not responsible for data loss due to misuse. • We recommend using a memory card case to avoid losing data from moving and static electricity. - Page 40 getting ready to start recording Recordable time available for video Video quality [HD]1080/50i (SF) [HD]1080/50i (N) [HD]1080/25P [HD]720/50P [SD]576/50P [SD]Web & Mobile Recordable number of photos Photo Quality resolution Super Fine Fine (4000x3000) Nomal Super Fine Fine (3456x2592) Nomal Super Fine Fine (3328x1872)* Nomal...
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Page 41: Using The Hand Strap
USING THE HAND STRAP Attach the strap and place your hand through the loop to prevent the camcorder from damage by being dropped. ADJUSTING THE LCD SCREEN The wide LCD screen on your camcorder offers high quality image viewing. Open the LCD screen with your finger. •... -
Page 42: Basic Camcorder Positioning
getting ready to start recording BASIC CAMCORDER POSITIONING Use both hands while taking a video or picture to prevent the camcorder from shaking. Try to avoid any slight movement while shooting. Adjusting the shooting angle Aim the camcorder as shown in the illustration. -
Page 43: Recording Videos
basic recording RECORDING VIDEOS This camcorder supports both High Definition(HD) and Standard Definition(SD) image resolutions. Set your desired resolution before recording. page 62 PRECHECK! • Open the LCD screen to turn on the camcorder. • Your camcorder turns on automatically when you open the LCD screen. •... -
Page 44: Basic Recording
• If power is interrupted or an error occurs during recording, the video may not be recorded/ edited. • Samsung is not responsible for any damage occurred by a failure of normal recording or playback operation because of memory card error. -
Page 45: Capturing Photos In Video Record
CAPTURING PHOTOS IN VIDEO RECORD MODE (DUAL RECORDING) Your camcorder can capture photos without interrupting video recording, even in STBY mode. PRECHECK! Select the Video ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. You can record photos while recording videos. Press the Recording start/stop button. -
Page 46: Recording Photos
basic recording RECORDING PHOTOS You can take photos and store them in an SD/SDHC memory card. Set the desired resolution and quality before recording. page 62 PRECHECK! • Open the LCD screen to turn on the camcorder. • Your camcorder turns on automatically when you open the LCD screen. •... - Page 47 RECORDING WITH EASE FOR BEGINNERS (EASY Q MODE) With the EASY Q function, most of the camcorder settings are automatically adjusted. This function frees you from making detailed adjustments. PRECHECK! Select the Video ( ) or Photo ( Press the EASY Q button. •...
- Page 48 basic recording CAPTURING PHOTOS WHILE PLAYING BACK VIDEOS You can capture photos during video playback. PRECHECK! Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the playback mode. page 33 Recorded videos appear in a thumbnail index view. •...
- Page 49 ZOOMING This camcorder features 8x intelli - zoom in the Video mode to bring distant subjects closer. To zoom in Press the T (zoom) button on the LCD panel or slide the zoom lever lever towards T (telephoto). • The distant subject is gradually magnified and can be recorded.
- Page 50 basic playback CHANGING THE PLAYBACK MODE • You can switch the operation mode directly into the playback thumbnail display by touching the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen. You will find the most recently created file is highlighted in the thumbnail view.
- Page 51 PLAYING BACK VIDEOS You can preview recorded videos in a thumbnail index view. Find your desired video quickly, and playback directly. PRECHECK! Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the playback mode. page 33 Touch “HD” or “SD.” •...
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Page 52: Various Playback Operations
basic playback Various playback operations Playback / Pause / Stop • Playback and Pause alternates when touching the Playback ( • Touch the Return ( Search playback During playback, each touch of the Reverse search ( speed: • RPS (Reverse Playback Search) rate: x2 x4 x8 x16 x32 x2 •... - Page 53 VIEWING PHOTOS You can view recorded photos by using various playback functions. PRECHECK! Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the playback mode. page 33 Touch the Photo ( ) tab. • The thumbnail view appears. •...
- Page 54 basic playback VIEWING A SLIDE SHOW You can view a photo slide show. PRECHECK! • This function works in Photo ( • Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the playback mode. page 33 Touch the Photo ( •...
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Page 55: Zooming During Playback
ZOOMING DURING PLAYBACK You can magnify a playback image. Touch up ( desired area to magnify. PRECHECK! • This function works only in the photo play mode. • Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the playback mode. page 33 Touch the Photo ( ) tab. -
Page 56: Advanced Recording
advanced recording HANDLING MENUS AND QUICK MENUS Follow the instructions below to use each of the menu items listed in this manual. This chapter uses “Aperture,” and “Focus” functions of the video record mode as an example. Using the MENU ( Open the LCD screen to turn on the camcorder. -
Page 57: Menu Items
Customizing the Q.MENU items You can choose what items appear when you press the Q.MENU button on the LCD screen. Press the Q.MENU button. The quick menu screen appears. Touch the Edit ( ) tab. Touch the Q.MENU item you want to delete or replace with a new one. -
Page 58: Playback Menu Items
advanced recording Operation mode Focus Face Detection Magic Touch Metering Anti-Shake (EIS) Digital Effect Fader Super Macro Wind Cut MIC Level Digital Zoom Cont. Shot Bracket Shot Self Timer Time Lapse REC Quick View Guideline Playback menu items Operation mode Play Option Highlight Playlist... -
Page 59: Setting Menu Items
Setting menu items Operation mode Storage Info Format File No. Time Zone Date/Time Set Date Type Time Type Date/Time Display LCD Control LCD Enhancer Auto LCD Off Beep Sound Shutter Sound Booting Mode Auto Power Off Quick On STBY PC Software USB Connect TV Type Analogue TV Out... -
Page 60: Quick Menu Items
advanced recording QUICK MENU ITEMS Your camcorder provides quick menus consisting of the functions you may frequently use. Pressing the Q.MENU button will let you start making settings directly. Recording menu items (default) Resolution Back Light Flash Focus Playback menu items (default) Video(Thumbnail) Highlight Playlist... -
Page 61: Scene
SCENE This camcorder automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture according to the subject and brightness for optimum recording. PRECHECK! Select the Video ( ) or Photo ( Touch the Menu ( ) tab SCENE.” Touch a desired submenu item. •... -
Page 62: Resolution
advanced recording Resolution You can select the resolution to be recorded on a memory card. PRECHECK! Select Video ( ) or Photo ( Touch the Menu ( Touch a desired submenu item. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( Resolution submenu in the Video Record mode •... -
Page 63: Quality
Quality You can select the quality of photo images to be recorded. PRECHECK! Select the Photo ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 33 Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Quality.” Touch a desired submenu item. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( Submenu items •... -
Page 64: Slow Motion
advanced recording Slow Motion You can record videos as a slow motion. “Slow Motion” is great for analyzing a golf swing or a viewing a bird in flight. PRECHECK! Select the Video ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 33 Touch the Menu ( Touch a desired submenu item. -
Page 65: Sharpness
Sharpness This function allows the user to obtain sharper photo images by processing the image after recording photos. PRECHECK! Select the Photo ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 33 Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Sharpness.” Touch a desired submenu item. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( Submenu items •... - Page 66 advanced recording To set the white balance manually Touch the Menu ( “Custom WB.” • The “( ) Set White Balance” indicator is displayed. Fill the screen with a white object, and touch OK ( tab. • The white balance setting is stored. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( •...
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Page 67: Iso
ISO sensitivity is a measure of how rapidly the camcorder reacts to a light source. The higher the sensitivity, the brighter the image is under the same aperture condition. PRECHECK! • This function works in Photo ( • Select the Photo ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. -
Page 68: Aperture
advanced recording Aperture The camcorder adjusts the aperture automatically depending on the subject and recording conditions. You can also manually adjust the Aperture to your preference. PRECHECK! Select the Video ( ) or Photo ( Touch the Menu ( Touch the decrease ( Touch the decrease ( the aperture as you want. -
Page 69: Shutter
Shutter The camcorder automatically sets the shutter speed depending on the scene's brightness. You can also manually adjust the shutter speed according to the scene conditions. PRECHECK! Select the Video ( ) or Photo ( Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Shutter.” Touch a desired submenu item. -
Page 70: D-Nr
advanced recording 3D-NR 3D-NR (3-Dimension Noise Reduction) function reduces video noise and improves the quality. This is especially effective during low light shooting. PRECHECK! Select the Video ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 33 Touch the Menu ( Touch a desired submenu item. -
Page 71: Back Light
Back Light When a subject is lit from behind, this function will compensate for lighting so that the subject is not too dark. PRECHECK! Select the Video ( ) or Photo ( Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Back Light.” Touch a desired submenu item. -
Page 72: Flash
advanced recording Flash Using the Flash function, you can set the built-in flash to fire under low light conditions. PRECHECK! Select the Photo ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 33 Touch the Menu ( Touch a desired submenu item. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( Submenu items •... -
Page 73: Focus
Focus The camcorder usually focuses on a subject automatically (auto focus). When the camcorder is turned on, auto-focus will always be set. You can also manually focus a subject depending on the recording conditions. PRECHECK! Select the Video ( ) or Photo ( Touch the Menu ( ) tab ... -
Page 74: Face Detection
advanced recording Face Detection Your camcorder detects a subject’s face and automatically adjusts the brightness and image quality to the optimized conditions. Record faces more vividly. PRECHECK! Select the Video ( ) or Photo ( Touch the Menu ( Touch a desired submenu item. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( Submenu items •... -
Page 75: Magic Touch
Magic Touch Simply touch the area on the LCD screen that you want to focus on when taking a photo. PRECHECK! Select the Photo ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 33 Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Magic touch.” Touch a desired submenu item. -
Page 76: Metering
advanced recording Metering You can choose the metering standard for the brightness of your subject. PRECHECK! Select the Photo ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 33 Touch the Menu ( Touch a desired submenu item. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( Submenu items •... -
Page 77: Anti-Shake(Eis)
Anti-Shake(EIS) Use the Anti-Shake (EIS: Electronic Image Stabilizer) function to compensate for unstable images caused by shaking movements when holding the camcorder. PRECHECK! Select the Video ( ) or Photo ( Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Anti-Shake (EIS).” Touch a desired submenu item. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( Submenu items •... -
Page 78: Digital Effect
advanced recording Digital Effect Using the digital effect function gives your recording a creative look. PRECHECK! Select the Video ( ) or Photo ( Touch the Menu ( Touch a desired submenu item. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( Examples of 5 digital effect options Without any digital effect, a normal, natural image... -
Page 79: Fader
Fader You can give your recording a professional look by using special effects such as fade in at the beginning of a sequence or fade out at the end of a sequence. PRECHECK! Select the Video ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 33 Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Fader.”... -
Page 80: Super Macro
advanced recording Super Macro Using the Super Macro function, you can get close up images which were created by focusing on a small portion of a large object at a wide angle. The effective focal distance in the Super Macro mode is between 1 to 10 cm. -
Page 81: Wind Cut
Wind Cut Using the Wind Cut function, you can reduce wind noise when recording sound from the built-in microphone. PRECHECK! Select the Video ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 33 Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Wind Cut.” Touch a desired submenu item. -
Page 82: Digital Zoom
advanced recording Digital Zoom The digital zoom enables higher zoom magnification than the intelli or optical zoom ratio. The digital zoom function can archive the maximum 100 times bigger enlargement in video record mode (about 50 times bigger enlargement in photo record mode) by having the electronic zoom magnification. -
Page 83: Cont. Shot
Cont. Shot This function allows you to capture photos in succession to give you more photo-taking opportunities when recording moving subjects. PRECHECK! Select the Photo ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 33 Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Cont. Shot.” Touch a desired submenu item. -
Page 84: Self Timer
advanced operation: recording Bracket Shot Using the Bracket Shot function, you can take continuous pictures with different brightness setting values. PRECHECK! Select the Photo ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 33 Touch the Menu ( Touch a desired submenu item. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( Submenu items •... -
Page 85: Time Lapse Rec
Time Lapse REC Using the time lapse feature, your camcorder can be programmed to automatically record a number of frames over a period of time or with a certain time interval between each frame. For instance, a camcorder on a tripod (not supplied) in time lapse mode could be set up to shoot frames of a flower opening or a bird building a nest. - Page 86 advanced recording Example of Time Lapse Recording The Time Lapse Recording function records image frames at the predefined interval over the total recording time to produce a time-lapse video. For example, the Time Lapse Recording is useful for filming in the following situations: - Blooming flowers - A bird building a nest - Clouds rolling by in the sky...
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Page 87: Quick View
Quick View Using the Quick View function, you can view the most recently recorded video and photo images as soon as the recording is finished. PRECHECK! Select the Video ( ) or Photo ( Quick View function in the video record mode Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Quick View.”... - Page 88 advanced recording Guideline This camcorder provides 3 types of guidelines to help you to set a balanced image composition on the screen. PRECHECK! Select the Video ( ) or Photo ( Touch the Menu ( Touch a desired guideline according to the subject. •...
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Page 89: Advanced Playback
advanced playback Play Option You can set a specific playback style according to your preference. PRECHECK! Touch the Play( ) HD( Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Play Option.” Touch a desired submenu item. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( Submenu items •... -
Page 90: File Info
advanced playback Cont. Capture You can take photos (JPEG format) in succession while playing a video. PRECHECK! Touch the Play( ) HD( Touch the Menu ( Touch a desired submenu item. touch the Exit ( To exit the menu, • The Cont. Capture ( during video playback. -
Page 91: System Setting
system setting Date/Time Set By setting the date and time, you can display the date and time of the recording during playback. Touch the Menu ( ) Setting ( ) tab “Date/Time Set” Touch the date and time information, and change the setting values by using the up ( Touch ( ) tab when the date and time setting is... -
Page 92: Date/Time Display
system setting Date/Time Display You can set the date and time to be displayed on the LCD screen according to the selected option. Touch the Menu ( Display.” Touch a desired submenu item. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( •... -
Page 93: Date Type
Date Type You can set the display type for the date set according to the selected option. Touch the Menu ( ) Setting ( ) tab “Date Type.” Touch a desired submenu item. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( Submenu items •... -
Page 94: File No
system setting File No. File names (numbers) are assigned to recorded images according to the selected numbering option. Touch the Menu ( Touch a desired submenu item. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( Submenu items •... -
Page 95: Time Zone
Time Zone You can easily set the clock to the local time when using your camcorder while traveling. Touch the Menu ( ) tab Setting ( ) tab “Time Zone” “Visit.” Touch the left ( ) or the right ( visited area. -
Page 96: Lcd Enhancer
system setting LCD Control You can adjust the brightness and saturation of the LCD screen. Touch the Menu ( Control.” Touch the decrease ( the value of a desired item. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( Submenu items •... -
Page 97: Auto Lcd Off
Auto LCD Off To reduce power consumption, the brightness of the LCD screen is automatically dimmed if the camcorder is idle for more than 2 minutes. Touch the Menu ( ) Setting ( ) tab “Auto LCD Off.” Touch a desired submenu item. -
Page 98: Quick On Stby
system setting Quick On STBY When you are going to record frequently for an extended time, use the Quick On STBY function. In standby mode, closing the LCD screen will commence the Quick On STBY mode to reduce energy consumption. Once you are ready to record again, this function enables to the camcorderto come on quickly from the power saving mode. -
Page 99: Storage Info
PC Software If you set PC Software to On, you can simply use the PC software by connecting the USB cable between the camcorder and your PC. You can download the stored video and photo images on the camcorder to your PC’s hard disk. Editing video/photo files is also available using the PC software. Touch the Menu ( ) ... - Page 100 system setting Format Use this function if you want to delete all files completely or to correct problems on the storage media. PRECHECK! You can completely delete all files and options on the storage media, including protected files. This enables stable speeds and operation when accessing the recording medium. Be aware that all files and data including protected files will be erased.
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Page 101: Beep Sound
Beep Sound This setting allows operations such as touching tabs and buttons on the screen to be signaled by a beep. Touch the Menu ( ) Setting ( ) tab “Beep Sound.” Touch a desired submenu item. To exit, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( menu disappears. -
Page 102: Auto Power Off
system setting Auto Power Off You can set your camcorder to automatically turn off if it is idle for 5 minutes without an operation. This function will prevent unnecessary power consumption. Touch the Menu ( Touch a desired submenu item. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( Submenu items •... -
Page 103: Usb Connect
USB Connect You can transfer data to a PC or print photos directly by establishing the USB connection. Touch the Menu ( ) Setting ( ) tab “USB Connect.” Touch a desired submenu item. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( Submenu items •... -
Page 104: Tv Display
system setting TV Display You can enable or disable the On Screen Display (OSD) that appears on the TV screen when connecting your camcorder to a TV. Touch the Menu ( Touch a desired submenu item. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( Submenu items •... -
Page 105: Default Set
Analogue TV Out You can set the component or composite video output to match the TV you have connected. PRECHECK! • Using the Component/AV Cable provided with your camcorder, connect the camcorder to your TV. page 119~123 • This HD camcorder provides the two-in-one component/AV cable that fits the purpose of the component and the AV cable. -
Page 106: Anynet+ (Hdmi-Cec)
Auto Power Off function will operate prior to Demo. Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) This camcorder supports Anynet+. Anynet+ is an AV network system that enables you to control all connected Samsung AV devices with an Anynet+ supported Samsung TV remote control. Touch the Menu ( Touch a desired submenu item. -
Page 107: Editing Video Clips
- If the remaining section of the memory space is less than 4MB. - Videos recorded or edited by other devices. - Videos transferred to this camcorder by using Samsung Intelli-studio. • When the partial delete is performed, the same video in playlist is also partially deleted. -
Page 108: Dividing A Video
- If the remaining section of the memory space is less than 8MB. - Videos recorded or edited by other devices. - Videos transferred to this camcorder by using Samsung Intelli-studio. • The division function does not work if available space on the storage is insufficient. Delete unnecessary videos. -
Page 109: Combining Videos
- If the remaining section of the memory space is less than 4MB, the fi les cannot be combined. - Videos recorded or edited by other devices. - Videos transferred to this camcorder by using Samsung Intelli-studio. ) or SD( ) tab on the LCD screen. page 50 ) or not ) indicator is written on. - Page 110 editing the playlist PLAYLIST What’s a “Playlist?” • You can create a playlist on the same memory card by gathering your favourite scenes from the recorded videos. Adding or deleting videos from a playlist does not affect the original video images. Example: You have recorded a few scenes on a memory card.
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Page 111: Creating The Playlist
CREATING THE PLAYLIST You can create a playlist by gathering your desired videos from the recorded video. PRECHECK! • This function works in Video play mode only. • Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the playback mode. page 33 Touch the Menu ( ) tab ... -
Page 112: Arranging Videos In The Playlist
editing the playlist ARRANGING VIDEOS IN THE PLAYLIST You can change the order of videos on the playlist. PRECHECK! • This function works in Video play mode only. • Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the playback mode. page 33 Touch the Menu ( Touch “HD”... -
Page 113: Deleting Videos From The Playlist
DELETING VIDEOS FROM THE PLAYLIST You can delete undesired videos from the plalylist. PRECHECK! • This function works in Video play mode only. • Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the playback mode. page 33 Touch the Menu ( ) tab ... -
Page 114: File Management
file management PROTECTION FROM ACCIDENTAL ERASURE You can protect important recordings from accidental erasure. The protected videos and photos are not deleted unless they are formatted or the protection is cancelled. PRECHECK! Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the playback mode. page 33 Touch the Play( tab. -
Page 115: Deleting Files
DELETING FILES You can erase your recordings one by one, or at once. PRECHECK! Touch the Play( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the playback mode. page 33 Touch the Play( ) HD( tab. • Videos or photos appear as thumbnails. Touch the Menu ( ) tab ... -
Page 116: Printing Photos
printing photos DPOF PRINTING SETTING On your memory card, you can write the print-out information including the number of copies to print. The saved information is used when you connect your camcorder with a DPOF-compatible printer. PRECHECK! • Insert the memory card in your camcorder. •... -
Page 117: Direct Printing With A Pictbridge Printer
DIRECT PRINTING WITH A PICTBRIDGE PRINTER You can print photos directly by connecting this camcorder to a PictBridge printer (sold separately) and a USB cable. Touch the Menu ( Setting ( Connect” “PictBridge.” Use a USB cable to connect your camcorder to the printer. -
Page 118: To Set The Date/Time Imprint
printing photos To set the date/time imprint In the printer mode, touch the Menu ( • The print options appear on the screen. Touch the “Date/Time.” Touch a desired submenu item. • The selected date and time display option is set. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( tab. -
Page 119: Connecting To A Tv
connecting to a TV TO CONNECT TO A HIGH DEFINITION TV You can enjoy High Definition (HD) quality videos, recorded in “1920x1080” or “1280x720” resolution using an HDTV. The connection methods and quality of the image viewed on the TV screen differ depending on what type of TV is connected , and the connectors used. - Page 120 connecting to a TV Type B: Using a Component/AV cable Camcorder Type B: Using a Component/AV cable Connect the provided component/AV cable to the Component jack, “Y-Pb-Pr (Video) and L-R (Audio)” on your TV • After the connection is complete, set “Analogue TV Out” to “Component.” page 105 Turn on the TV and set the input selector to the Input connection your camcorder is connected to.
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Page 121: Connecting To A Regular Tv
CONNECTING TO A REGULAR TV You can enjoy images recorded with your HD camcorder on a regular TV that supports standard definition. Images recorded with SD (standard definition) image quality (i.e. resolution of “[HD]1080/50p,” “[HD]1080/25p,”or “[HD]720/50p”) are played back with SD (standard defintion) image quality. The connection methods and quality of the image viewed on the TV screen differ depending on what type of TV is connected , and the connectors used. - Page 122 connecting to a TV Type B: Connecting a Component/AV cable for the composite output. Camcorder Type B: Connecting a Component/AV cable for the composite output Connect the provided component/AV cable to the Composite jack, “Video and L-R (Audio)” on TV. Use the Green plug with the yellow label to connect to the Video input on your TV.
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Page 123: Viewing On A Tv Screen
VIEWING ON A TV SCREEN You can enjoy the enjoy widescreen videos on a HDTV (or the normal TV) after recording videos using the HD camcorder. You will find the video, being playback on TV if the connection status is set correct. -
Page 124: Dubbing Videos
dubbing videos DUBBING TO VCR OR DVD/HDD RECORDERS You can dub images played back on you camcorder to other recording devices, such as VCRs or DVD/HDD recorders. This is a convenient way of distributing the dubbed media. Connect the device as the following way. Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet using the supplied AC power adaptor for this operation. -
Page 125: Using With A Windows Computer
using with a Windows computer CHECKING YOUR COMPUTER TYPE This chapter explains how to connect the camcorder to a computer using the USB cable. Read this chapter carefully and be free from your burden of handling two devices at the same time. Check your computer type before using!!! To view your recordings on a computer, you need to check your computer type first. -
Page 126: What You Can Do With A Windows Computer
using with a Windows computer WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH A WINDOWS COMPUTER You can enjoy the following operations by connecting your camcorder to your Windows computer by using a USB cable. Main Functions • By using the built-in editing software, ‘Intelli-studio’ on your camcorder, you can enjoy the following operations. -
Page 127: Using The Intelli-Studio Programme
If the “Stop a Hardware device” window appears, click “OK.” Disconnect the USB cable from the camcorder and PC. • Use the provided USB cable. (Supplied by Samsung) • Don’t apply excessive force when inserting or extracting the USB cable into/from a USB jack. - Page 128 using with a Windows computer Step 2. About the Intelli-studio main window • When the Intelli-studio starts up, thumbnails of videos and photos are display in the main window. ❽ Menu items Selects the Desktop or Favorite on the PC. Slide show of the photo files from the PC.
- Page 129 Step 3. Playing back the videos (or photos) • You can play back the recordings conveniently using the Intelli-studio application. Run the Intelli-studio programme. page 127 Click the desired folder to display your recordings. • Video (or photo) thumbnails appear on the screen, according the selected source.
- Page 130 using with a Windows computer Step 5. Sharing the video/photo images online Share your contents with the world, by uploading photos and videos directly to a web site with one click. Click “SHARE” on the browser. Move the video or photo (drag and drop) to the sharing window for upload.
- Page 131 Other functions with the Intelli-Studio Importing and viewing the video/photo images from your PC Launch the Intelli-studio programme by double-clicking the programme icon on the desktop screen or connect the camcorder to your PC. Click “Import Folder” to import the video or photo files from your PC. Folders directory on your PC “Import Folder”...
- Page 132 using with a Windows computer The following pop up window appears. Click “OK” to export files. The files are saved to your camcorder. While transferring any file, do not disconnect the USB cable. It may cause damage to the camcorder or computer. •...
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Page 133: Using As A Removable Storage Device
(If you want to record on a memory card, insert the memory card.) Connect the camcorder to the PC with the USB cable. page 127 • The “Removable Disk” or “Samsung” window appears on the PC’s screen after a moment. • The removable disk appears when connecting a USB. - Page 134 using with a Windows computer Structure of folders and files on the storage media • The folder and file structure for storage media is as follows: • The file naming follows DCF (Design rule for Camera File System). Video file (H.264) •...
- Page 135 Step 2. Transferring fi les from the camcorder to your Windows computer Execute the procedure in “Viewing the contents of storage media.” page 133 • The folders in the storage media appear. Create a new folder, enter the folder name, then Double click it.
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Page 136: Warning Indicators And Messages
AC power adaptor. • Check whether the battery is authentic and change to new one. • It is recommended that only genuine Samsung batteries are used in this camcorder. Action • Insert a memory card. • Delete unnecessary files on the memory card. - Page 137 WARNING INDICATORS AND MESSAGES Message Icon Card Error Not Formatted Not Supported Format Not Supported Card Low Speed Card. Please record a lower resolution Recording Message Icon Write Error To recover file, please restart. Release the EASY Q. Recovering Data… Don't power off and keep card inside.
- Page 138 Message The number of photo files is full. Cannot take a photo. File number is full. Cannot record video. Set File No. Reset and format the Card. File number is full. Cannot take a photo. Set File No. Reset and format the Card Playback Message Total file size is over...
- Page 139 WARNING INDICATORS AND MESSAGES Message Icon A problem occurred when Fail Printer Connecting connecting the camcorder Change 'USB Connect' via USB to a printer. A problem occurred when Fail USB Connecting connecting the camcorder Change 'USB Connect' via USB to a PC. There is a problem with the Ink Error ink cartridge.
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Page 140: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Before contacting a Samsung authorized service centre, perform the following simple checks. They may save your time and expense of an unnecessary call. Power Symptom The camcorder does not turn The power turns off automatically. Power cannot be turned off. - Page 141 TROUBLESHOOTING Display Symptom The TV screen or LCD display has distorted images or has stripes at the top/ bottom or on the left/right. Unknown image appears on the LCD screen. Unknown indicator appears on the screen. The afterimage remains on the LCD screen.
- Page 142 Symptom The recording stops automatically. When recording a subject illuminated by bright light, a vertical line appears. When the screen is exposed to direct sunlight during recording, the screen becomes red or black for an instant. During recording, the date/ time does not display.
- Page 143 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom There is a time difference between the point where you press Recording start/stop button and the point where the recorded video starts/stops. The aspect ratio (16:9/4:3) of a video cannot be changed. Horizontal stripes appear on the images. Storage Media Symptom Memory card functions are not...
- Page 144 Adjusting the image during recording Symptom Focus does not adjust automatically. The image appears too bright or flickering, or changes in colour. Image’s colour balance is not natural. The subject passing by the frame appears very quickly. Playback on your camcorder Symptom Playback (Play/Pause) function does not work.
- Page 145 TROUBLESHOOTING Playback on other devices (TV, etc) Symptom You cannot view the image or hear the sound from the connected device. The image appears distorted on a TV. You cannot view the image or hear the sound from a TV connected using the HDMI cable.
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Page 146: Connecting To A Computer
Connecting to a computer Symptom The computer does not recognise your camcorder. Cannot play a video file properly on a PC. Intelli-studio does not function properly. Intelli-studio is not performed. The image or sound on your camcorder is not played on your computer properly. - Page 147 TROUBLESHOOTING Overall operations Symptom The date and time are incorrect. Menu items that cannot be used at the same time Symptom Cannot use Super C.Nite, 3D-NR Menu items are grayed out Shutter • You cannot select grayed items in the current recording/playback mode. •...
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Page 148: Cautions When Storing
maintenance & additional information MAINTENANCE Your camcorder is a product of superior design and craftsmanship and should be treated with care. The suggestions below will help you fulfill any warranty obligations and allow you to enjoy this product for many years. •... -
Page 149: Additional Information
- Do not touch the metal parts. • Copy the recorded files to your PC. Samsung shall not be responsible for any lost data. (It is recommended that you copy the data from your PC to other media for storage.) •... -
Page 150: Using Your Camcorder Abroad
USING YOUR CAMCORDER ABROAD • Each country or region has its own electric and colour systems. • Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following items. • Power sources The provided AC adaptor features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 100 V to 240 V. -
Page 151: Specifications
specifications Model name HMX-R10SP, HMX-R10BP Video signal Picture compression format Audio compression format System Image device Lens Focal length Size/dot number LCD screen LCD screen method Composite output Component output HDMI output Connectors Audio output USB output Power source Power source type Power consumption (Recording) Operating temperature... - Page 152 Power Sources The mains lead on the power adapter is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse. The value of the fuse is indicated on the pin face of the plug and, if it requires replacing, a fuse approved to BS1362 of the same rating must be used. Never use the plug with the fuse cover omitted if the cover is detachable.
- Page 153 SAMSUNG world wide If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care centre. Region Country CANADA North America MEXICO U.S.A ARGENTINE BRAZIL CHILE NICARAGUA HONDURAS COSTA RICA ECUADOR EL SALVADOR Latin America...
- Page 154 RoHS compliant Our product complies with “The Restriction Of the use of certain Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic equipment”, and we do not use the 6 hazardous materials- Cadmium(Cd), Lead (Pb), Mercury (Hg), Hexavalent Chromium (Cr +6), Poly Brominated Biphenyls (PBBs), Poly Brominated Diphenyl Ethers(PBDEs)- in our products.