Symptoms And Solutions - Samsung SMX-C19BP User Manual

If you encounter any problems using your camcorder, check the followings before
asking for service repair. If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact the
nearest Samsung authorised service centre.

Symptoms and solutions

Power
Symptom
The camcorder does not turn on.
The power automatically turns
off.
Power cannot be turned off .
The battery pack is quickly
discharged.
Displays
Symptom
The Recorded Image is more
narrow or fat than original image.
Unknown image appears on the
LCD screen.
Unknown indicator appears on
the screen.
The after image remains on the
LCD screen.
The image on the LCD screen
looks dark.
Explanation/Solution
• The battery pack may not be inserted on your camcorder.
Insert a battery pack into the camcorder.
• The inserted battery pack may be discharged.
Charge the battery pack or replace it with a charged one.
• If you use an AC power adaptor, make sure it is properly connected
to the wall outlet.
• Remove the battery pack or unplug the AC power adaptor, and
reconnect the power supply to the camcorder before turning it on.
• Is "Auto Power Off" set to "5 Min"?
If no button is pressed for about 5 minutes, the camcorder is
automatically turned off ("Auto Power Off"). To disable this option,
change the setting of "Auto Power Off" to "Off"
• The battery pack is almost discharged. Charge the battery pack or
replace it with a charged one.
• Use the AC power adaptor.
• Remove the battery pack or unplug the AC power adaptor, and
reconnect the power supply to the camcorder before turning it on.
• The temperature in the use condition is too low.
• The battery pack is not fully charged. Recharge the battery pack.
• The battery pack reached the end of its lifespan and cannot be
recharged. Use another battery pack.
Explanation/Solution
• You should check the size for recording before you record.
page 46
• The camcorder is in Demo mode. If you do not want to see Demo
images, change the setting of "Demo" to "Off."
• A warning indicator or message appears on the screen.
pages 100~102
• This occurs if you disconnect the AC power adaptor or remove the
battery pack before turning the power off.
• Ambient is too bright. Adjust the brightness and angle of the LCD.
• Use the LCD Enhancer function.
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