Page 1 .... Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. To receive more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.com/global/regist...
Page 2 The HD camcorder is capable of recording and playing back both High Definition (HD: 1280x720p) and Standard Definition (SD: 720x480p) image quality, Select the recording image quality, HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition), before recording, (HD) ENJOYING IMAGES WITH HIGH DEFINITION QUALITY...
Page 3 ,, This HD 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. Refer to the corresponding TV's user manual for more details.
Page 4 What the icons and signs in this user manual mean; Means that death or serious personal injury is a risk. WANNING Means that there is a potential risk for personal injury or material damage. CAUTION To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when using your HD CAUTION camcorder, follow these basic safety precautions: Means hints or referential pages that may be helpful when operating the HD camcorder.
Page 5 rnoor nt n tr Aot Read these instructions. 12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the Keep these instructions. manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. Heed all warnings. When a cart is used, use caution when Follow all instructions.
Page 6 s fotv nstr Aot o ns rnoor nt 17, POWER SOURCES: 70-1984, provides information with respect to proper The CAMCORDER should be operated only from the grounding of the mast and supporting structure, type of power source indicated on the label. If you are grounding of the lead-in wire and supporting structure, not sure of the type of power supply at your home, grounding of the mast and supporting structure,...
Page 7 22. P OWER LINES: a. When the power-supply cord o rplug i sdamaged. An outside antenna system should not b e located in b. Ifany l iquid has b een spilled onto, orobjects have fallen into the CAMCORDER. the vicinity ofoverhead power lines orother electric light orpower circuits where itcan fall into such p ower...
Page 8 TO LOCAL, STATE QR FEDERAL LAWS. For details see 'CO Warning The user is cautioned that changes or modifications lamprecycb.org, eiae.org, or call 1 800 Samsung (7267864) expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Page 9 Samsung cannot compensate for any damage caused when a recording cannot be played back because of a defect in the HD camcorder or memory card. Samsung cannot be responsible for your recorded video and audio.
Page 10 ,, 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. ,, Windows® is registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation, registered in the United States and other countries.
Page 11 IMPORTANT NOTE Handle the liquid crystal display (LCD) with care: The LCD is a very delicate display device: Do not press its surface with force, hit it or prick it with a sharp object. If you push the LCD surface, unevenness in display may occur. If unevenness does not disappear, turn the camcorder off, wait for a few moments, and then turn it on again.
Page 12 o Be careful ofambient temperature: Using the HD camcorder inaplace where the temperature isover 140°F (60°C) orunder 32°F ( 0°C) will r esult inabnormal recording/playback. Do not l eave the HD camcorder onabeach orinaclosed vehicle where the temperature isvery h igh f or a long time: This c ould c ause amalfunction.
Page 13 INTRODUCTION TO BASIC FEATURES GETTING TO KNOW YOUR HD What's included with your HD camcorder Front & left view CAMCORDER Right & top view Rear & bottom view PREPARATION Using the remote control Installing the button type battery Using the cradle Holding the HD camcorder Charging the battery pack Basic HD camcorder operation...
Page 14 oont nt,s RECORDING Recording movie images Taking photo images Recording with ease for beginners (EASY Q mode) Capturing still images during movie images playback Using the external microphone Zooming Self record using the remote control PLAYBACK Changing the playback mode Playing movie images Viewing photo images CONNECTION...
Page 15 EDiTiNG MOVIE iMAGES Deleting a section of a movie image Dividing a movie image Combining two movie images Playlist iMAGE MANAGEMENT Protection from accidental erasure Deleting images " Copying images (SC-HMX10A/HMX10C only) Moving images (SC HMXIOA/HMXIOC only) PRINTING PHOTO iMAGES DPOFprint setting Direct printingwith a PictBridge printer CONNECTING...
Page 16 MAINTENANCE & ADDITIONAL Maintenance iNFORMATiON Additional information Using your HD camcorder abroad TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting SPECI FICATIONS WARRANTY English...
Page 17 iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii ¸ Preparation ..• Chargingthe battery pack '-*page lo ,, Settingthedate/timeand OSD language '-*pages 24 25 ..../_l_l_ • Setting the storage media (built in memory or memory card) _page 26 (SO HMX10A/HMX10C only) Record,og ..Recordng moveorpToto mages pages31...
Page 18 Parts and accessories are available at your local Samsung dealer. * : Not included with your camcorder. To buy this optional accessory, contact your nearest Samsung dealer. A memory card is not included. See page 29 for memory cards compatible with your HD camcorder.
Page 19 FRONT & LEFT VIEW (_} Recording indicator (_ COMPONENT / AV / S Video (O) jack RESET button {_ LED Light {_ Remote sensor _} HDMI jack @ Lens Jack cover Internal microphone TFT LCD screen (Touch panel) _} Built in speaker (_} Recording start/stop button Display (Ir-ll) //CHECK button...
Page 20 RIGHT & TOP VIEW PHOTO button [6} Battery pack / Memory card cover Zoom (W/T) lever _1 Grip belt hook Battery pack slot _} Grip belt @ BATT. RELEASE switch _2} Swivel handle Memory card slot Lens open / close switch English...
Page 21 REAR & BOTTOM VIEW ® (i] MODE button / Mode indicator (]_] POWER switch (Movie (_) / Photo (_) / Play (0) mode) External microphone (MIC) jack (_] EASY Q button (_ Charging (CHG)indicator DC IN jack _] Tripod receptacle @ Recording start/stop button (2] Cradle receptacle English...
Page 22 reK)ar t on This section provides inforrnation on using this HD carnoorder; such as how to use the provided accessories, how to charge the battery, how to setup the operation mode and initial setup, USING THE REMOTE CONTROL JJ_ START/STOP button {_] DISPLAY button (_ Skip (_/_) button...
Page 23 INSTALLING THE BUTTON TYPE BATTERY Installing the button type battery in the remote control 1, Turn the battery holder counterclockwise (as indicated with (®) mark) using your fingernail or a coin to open it. The battery holder opens. 2, Insert the battery into the battery holder with the positive (+) terminal facing down and press it firmly until you hear a locking sound.
Page 24 reK) r t on HOLDING THE HD CAMCORDER Attaching the grip belt Insert your right hand from the bottom of the HD camcorder up to the base of your thumb. Put your hand in a position where you can easily operate the Recording start/stop button, PHOTO button, and the Zoom lever.
Page 25 It is recommended you purchase one or more additional battery packs to allow continuous use of your HD camcorden 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. English...
Page 26 Measured times shown above are based on model SC HMX10A. (Times for SC HMX10/HMX10C are almost the same) The time is only for reference. Figures showed above are measured under Samsung's test environment, and may differ from your actual use.
Page 27 3. Slide and close the battery pack c over. ,, Additional battery packs are available atyour local Samsung dealer. ,, Ifthe HD camcorder will n ot b einuse forawhile, remove the battery pack from the HD camcorder.
Page 28 ,, 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.
Page 29 BASIC HD CAMCORDER OPERATION set the appropriate operationmode according to your preferenceusing the POWERswitch and MODE button. Turning the HD camcorder on and off You can turn the camcorder on or off by sliding the POWER switch downward. ,, Set the date and time when using your HD camcorder for the first time. _page 25 ,, When you use your HD camcorder for the first time or you reset it.
Page 30: Lcd Control Bright 18 / Contrast
reK) r t on SCREEN INDICATORS Movie record mode [_T)Movie record mode (_ Operating mode (STBY (standby) or ® (recording)) Time counter (movie recording time) / Self timer* @ Warning indicators and messages Remaining recordable time (A) Storage media (builtqn memory (SC-HMX10A/HMX10C only) or memory card) Battery info.(remaining battery level/time) [_ Movie image quality...
Page 31 play Movie mode {T} Movie play mode {_} Operating status (Play/Pause) File name (file number) _1 TiiT__ed time/recorded time) Warr_]ges/Volume control _'enlory (SC HMX10A/ HMX10C only) or memory card) Battery info.(Remaining battery level/time) _} LCD enhancer _} Movie image quality / Edited movie image indicator (partial delete, divide, combine) @} Date/Time _/ TV type (whencomponent or Multi-AVcable is connected)
Page 32 reK) r t on Photo record mode I_ Photo record mode I_ Self timer* I_ Warning indicators and messages __j Image counter (total number of recordable photo images) Storage media (built in memory (SC HMX10A/ HMX10C only) or memory card) _} Battery info.(remaining battery level/time) I_ LCD enhancer I_ Cont.
Page 33 Photo play mode Photo play mode I_} Slide show / Playback zoom _} File name (file number) Image counter (current image / total number of recorded images) Storage media (built in memory (SC HMXIOA/ HMX10C only) or memory card) _} Battery info. (remaining battery level/time) 7_j LCD enhancer I_} Date/Time 12} TV type (whencomponent or Multi-AVcable is connected)
Page 34 reK) r t on USING THE DISPLAY (IrlI)/iCHECK BUTTON Switching display information mode You can switch between the on screen information display modes: Press the Display (IE::II)/iCHECK button. The full and minimum display modes will alternate. Full display mode: All information will appear. Minimum display mode: Only operating status indicators will appear.
Page 35 USING THE LCD SCREEN Adjusting the LCD screen 1. Open up the LCD screen 90 degrees with your finger. 2. Rotate it to the best angle to record or play. not lift the HD camcorder by holding the LCD screen. WARNING "...
Page 36 reK) r t on INITIAL SETTING: OSD LANGUAGE & DATE AND TIME To read the menus or messages in your desired language, set the OSD language. To store the date and time during recording, set tile date/time. Selecting the OSD language You can select the desired language to display the menu screen and the messages.
Page 37 Setting the date and time Set the date and time when using this HD camcorder for the first time. 1. Touch Menu (_)tab. 2. Touch Settings (_) tab. 3. Touch up (_)/down tab until "Date/Time Set" is displayed. 4. Touch "Date/Time Set,"...
Page 38 before recordina SELECTING THE STORAGE MEDIA (SC-HMX10A/HMX10C only) You can record movie and photo images on the built in memory or a memory card, so you should select the desired storage media before starting recording or playback. Using built-in memory ,, This HD camcorder has an embedded memory that can be conveniently used to record or playback movie/photo images.
Page 39 INSERTING/EJECTING A MEMORY CARD Inserting a memory card 1. Slide and open the memory card cover. 2. insert the memory card into the slot until it softly clicks. ,, Make sure that the terminal portion is facing up and the camcorder is placed as shown in the figure.
Page 40 Approx. 156242 _" The above figures are measured under Samsung's standard recording test conditions and may differ depending on actual use. ,, The HD camcorder provides five quality options for movie recordings: "[HD] Super Fine," "[HD] Fine," "[HD] Normal," "[SD] Standard,"...
Page 41 SELECTING A SUITABLE MEMORY CARD You can use a SDHC memory card and MMCplus cards. You can also use a SD memory card, but we recommended that you use a SDHC memory card and MMCplus with your HD camcorder. (SD card supports upto 2GB.) MultiMediaCards (MMC) are not supported.
Page 42 Be careful to keep memory card out of the reach of children, who might swallow it. Note 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 43 record ng Basic procedures to record a movie or photo image are described below and on the following pages. RECORDING MOVIE IMAGES You can record movie images in Movie mode only. _page This HD camcorder provides two Recording start/stop buttons. One is on the rear side of the camcorder and the other is on the LCD panel.
Page 44 record Movie images are compressed in H.264 (MPEG 4.AVC) format. Eject the battery pack when you have finished recording to prevent unnecessary battery power consumption. ,, For on screen information display, see page 18. ,, For approximate recording time, see page 28. ,, You can record movie images using the remote control.
Page 45 TAKING PHOTO IMAGES " You can take photo images in Photo mode only. _page 17 1. Slide the POWER switch downward to turn on the power and press the MODE button to set Photo (_). '_page 17 ,, Set the appropriate storage media. (SC HMX10A/HMX10C only) '-'page 26 (if you want to record on a memory card, insert the memory card.) 2.
Page 46 reconAng (EASY Q MODE) RECORDING WITH EASE BEGINNERS ,, The EASY Q function is only available with the Movie and Photo modes. ",page 17 With the EASY Q function, most of the HD eameorder settings are automatically adjusted, which frees you from making detailed adjustments. 1.
Page 47 CAPTURING STILL IMAGES DURING MOVIE IMAGES PLAYBACK ,, This function works only in Play mode. ",page 17 If you press the PHOTO button during playback, the camcorder stops playing and saves one image of the current movie scene that is paused. Set the appropriate storage media.
Page 48 record ng USING THE EXTERNAL MICROPHONE Connect external microphone (optional user provided) to the external microphone jack of this HD camcorder for clearer audio recordings. Turn on the switch on microphone and start recording. ,, This HD camcorder cannot use a plug in power type microphone (power supplied from camcorder).
Page 49 SELF RECORD USING THE REMOTE CONTROL " When you use the SELF TIMER function on the remote control, recording begins automatically in 10 seconds. 1. Press tile SELF TIMER button. ,, The (,0®)." i ndicator is displayed. " The SELF TIMER function works only in Movie and Photo modes. _page 2.
Page 50 You c an view recorded movie and photo images inthumbnail index view and play t hem invarious ways. CHANGING THE PLAYBACK MODE " You can set the movie recording, the photo recording and the play mode in turn with the MODE button. ,, You can switch the play mode to the recording mode in turn by touching the tab on the lower left of the LCD screen.
Page 51 PLAYING MOVIE IMAGES " This function works only in Play Mode. _',page 17 _ :_,_ "_ " You can find a desired movie image quickly using thumbnail index views. ]1 _ @@_" You can also use tile playback related buttons on the remote control. ",page 40 _'_MODE 1, Slide the POWER switch downward to turn on the power and press tile MODE ] button to set Play (0).
Page 52 Various playback operations Playback / Pause / Stop " Play and Pause functions alternate when you touch Playback (_)/Pause tab during playback. Touch Return (_) tab to stop playback. ,, You can do the same operation by using the remote control. (Q/Q) ,, You can change playback direction by using Forward (O) and Reverse (©) on the remote control during playback.
Page 53: Slide Show X
VIEWING PHOTO IMAGES " This f unction works only i nPlay mode. _page 1 7 " You can play b ack a nd view photo images recorded on the storage media. 1. Slide the POWER switch downward toturn on the power and press the MODE button toset P lay (0).
Page 54 Zooming during playback Youcan magnify the playback image from about 1.1 to 8 times the originalsize. Magnification can be adjusted with the Zoom leveror the Zoom button on LCD panel. 1. Touch the image to want to magnify. 2. Adjust the magnification with W (Wide angle)/T (Telephoto). ,, The screen is framed and the image is magnified starting from the center of image.
Page 55 The HDMI jack on your HD camcorder is for output use only. You can use the Anynet+ function by connecting the HD camcorder to a Samsung Anynet+ supported TVwith the HDMI cable. Refer to the corresponding TV's user manual for more details.
Page 56 CONNeCt!ON Connecting (16:9/4:3) to a normal " The connection is used when downconverting recorded HD images to SD for playback. ,, When playing back HD quality (1280x720) movie images on a SDT_, the images are dowmconverted to 720x480. ,, The multi AV cable does not support HD quality images so it down converts them to SD quality images. Before connecting your HD camcorder to a T_, set the same aspect ratio on your HD camcorder as on your T_ "-*page 70 Method 1: Tune the output signal for TV using the "Component...
Page 57 Viewing on TV screen 1, Slide the POWER switch downward to turn on the power and press the MODE button to set Play (0). "_page 17 2, Turn on the TV and set the input source on the TV to the input connection the HD camcorder is connected to. ,, Refer to the TV's instruction manual to see how to switch the TV input.
Page 58 CONNeCt!ON _" Adjust the sound volume on the T_ " The remote control is useful when operating the HD camcorder while viewing an image on a TV screen. Information that the HD camcorder is recording will appear on the TV screen: You can switch between the on screen information display modes.
Page 59 usinq the menu items You can operate the HD camcorder more usefully by setting menus related to recording, playback and setting. HANDLING MENUS AND QUICK MENUS ,, You can change the menu settings to customize your HD camcorder.Access the desired menu screen by following the steps below and changethe various settings.
Page 60 u ina the menu itern O Follow the instruction below to use each of the menu items listed after this page. For example: setting the White Balance in movie mode When using Menu ( _ ) tab; 1. Touch Menu( )tab.
Page 61: Table Of Contents
MENU ITEMS ,, Accessible items in menu vary depending on the operation mode. For operation details, see tile corresponding page. Possible Recording menu items (_) Not possible Auto Scene Mode (AE) Resolution 1440x1080 Cont. Shot White Balance Auto Auto Exposure AntPShake (EIS) Digital Effect Focus...
Page 62 A ina the rnen Aitern Setting menu items (_) Date/Time Set Date/Time File No. Series LCD Control Bright 18 / Contrast 18 Storage Info Format Beep Sound Shutter Sound Auto Power Off 5 min LED Light Rec Lamp Rernote USB Connect Mass Storage 16:9 TV Type...
Page 63 QUICK MENU ITEMS " Accessible items in quick menu vary depending on tile operation mode. For operation details, see tile corresponding page. @ : Possible Recording menu items X : Not possible Storage _ Memory Focus Auto Auto Exposure Shutter Auto Auto Guideline...
Page 64: Recording Menu Items
A ina the rnen Aitern RECORDING MENU ITEMS You can setup the menu items for movie and photo images recording. Scene Mode (AE) This HD camcorder automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture according to the subject brightness for optimum recording: You can also specify one of five modes depending on subject conditions, recording environment or purpose of filming.
Page 65: White Balance @ @ Auto
White Balance This HD camcorder automaticallyadjusts the color of subject. Change the white balance setting depending on the recording conditions. Auto None This option is generally used to control the white balance automatically. This controls the white balance according to tile outdoor ambience especially for Daylight close up and when the subject is of one dominant color.
Page 66: Exposure @ @ Auto
A ina the rnen Aitern _" A subject can be shot under various types of lighting conditions indoors (natural, fluorescent, candlelight, etc.). Because the color temperature is different depending on the light source, the subject tint will differ depending on the white balance settings. Use this function for a more natural result. It is recommended that you specify "Digital Zoom: Off"...
Page 67: Antpshake (Eis) @ X Off
Manual exposure isrecommended insituations listed b elow: " When shooting using reverse lighting orwhen t he background istoo bright. ,, When shooting onareflective natural background such a s atthe beach orwhen s kiing. ,, When the background isoverly dark o rthe subject isbright. ,, fyou manually change the exposure value when "...
Page 68: Digital Effect @ X Off
A ina the rnen Aitern Digital Effect The digital effect enables you to give a creative look to your recording. Select the appropriate digital effect for the type of picture that you wish to record and the effect you wish to create. There are 4 different digital effect options.
Page 69 Focusing manually during r ecording This H D camcorder automatically focuses asubject from close u p toinfinity. However, the correct focus m ay n ot b eobtained depending on the recording condition. Inthis case, use the manual focus mode. 1.Touch "Focus" _ "Manual." ,, The manual focus adjustment indicator appears.
Page 70: Shutter @ X Auto
A ina the rnen Aitern Shutter The HD camcorder automaticallysets the shutter speed depending on the subject brightness.You can also manually adjust the shutter speed according to the scene conditions. Setting the shutter speed manually You can set the shutter speed manually. A fast shutter speed can freeze the motion of a fast moving subject and a slow shutter speed can blur the subject to give the impression of motion.
Page 71: Teb Macro @ @ Off
Ifyou manually change the shutter speed value when " Scene Mode ( AE)" function isselected, manual changes are applied first. ,, The image may n ot s eem smooth when a high s hutter speed isset. ,, This f unction will b eset t o"Auto" inthe EASY Qmode. ,, When recording with ashutter speed of1/1009 orhigher, make sure t he sun isnot d irectly shining into the lens.
Page 72: Wind Cut @ X Off 6O
LAsinq the rnenLA items Quality " You can select the quality of a movie to be recorded. Regarding detailed image capacity, see page 28. [HD] Super Fine Records in the HD format the highest quality mode. (Approx. 12Mbps) [HD] Fine Records in the HD format high quality mode.
Page 73:
Back Light When subject is lit from behind,this function will compensate for lightingso that the subject is not too dark. None Backlight compensation is executed. Backlight compensation brightens the subject quickly. Back lighting influences recording when the subject is darker than the background: The subject is in front of a window.

Page 74: Digital Zoom @ X Off
A ina the rnen Aitern Fade in Press the Recording start/step button when "Fader" is set to "On." Fade in (approx. 3 seconds) Recording starts with a dark screen and then the image and sound are faded in. (fade in). Fade out When you want to stop recording with fade out, set "Fader"...
Page 75: Resolution X @ 1440X1080
Resolution Youcan select the resolutionof photo images to record. _" See page 28 for information on the camcorder's image storage capacity. ,, For photo development, the higher the resolution, the filler the image quality. ,, The number of recordable images varies depending on the recording environment. ,, Photo images that are recorded on your HD camcorder may not playback properly on other digital devices that do not support this photo size.
Page 76: Playback Menu Items
LAmina t he rnenLA itern Guideline easily set the image composition when recording movie or photo images, ,, The HD camcorder provides 3 types of guidelines, ,, Positioning the subject at the cross point of the guidelinemakes a balancedcomposition, ,, This function works only in the quick menu. ,, Guidelinecannot be recordedon the images being recorded, PLAYBACK MENU ITEMS You can setup these menu items for playing movies,...
Page 77: File Info (Single Display Mode Only)
_" The images are captured continuously while t ilePHOTO button ispressed. The number ofthe captured images varies depending onhow long t he PHOTO button ispressed. The interval that the images are captured continuously varies according tothe continuous capture option. ,, When an error (such asmemory full) occurs during continuous capturing, capturing...
Page 78: Setting Menu Items
u ina the menu itern SETTING MENU ITEMS You can setup the date/time, OSD language, video output, and display settings of the HD camcorder. Date/Time Set Set the current date and time so they can be recorded correctly. _page 25 Date/Time You can set to set the date and time to display on the LCD screen.
Page 79: Storage Info
LCDControl ,, Your HD camcorder isequipped with a2.7 inch wide c olor Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) screen, which enables toview what you are recording orplaying back d irectly. ,, Depending onthe conditions under which you are using the HD camcorder (indoors oroutdoors forexample),...
Page 80: Format
u ina the menu itern Format Youcan use the "Format" function to completelydelete aii flies and options on the storage media, including protected files. None You can format the built in memory. None Card You can format the memory card. "...
Page 81: Auto Power Off 5 Min
Auto Power Off You can set the HD camcorder to automatically turn off when there is no operation for 5 minutes. uto Power Off function does not work when a USB cable is connected. ,, When the Demo function is set to on, the Demo function works with priority rather than Auto Power Off function.
Page 82: Tv Type
,, TV type is set to on automatically when an HDMI cable is connected, so this function is deactivated. Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) Anynet+ is an AV network system that enables you to control all connected Samsung AV devices with an Anynet+ supported Samsung TV's remote control. You can use the Anynet+ function by connecting the HD camcorder to an Anynet+ supported TV with an HDMI cable and by setting "Anynet+...
Page 83: Component Cut Auto
Component You can set the component video output to match the TV you have connected. Auto _nly when connecting to an HDT_ When "Auto" is selected, an indicator does not None 480P The recorded file is output in the 480P format. Select it when connecting to an TV that supports proqressive scan.
Page 84 edtnq OVI@ I CI@S You can edit recorded rnovie images in various ways. To use Partial Delete, Divide, or Combine lOMB of extra space is needed on the storage media. Movie image editing cannot be performed when the battery is low, DELETING A SECTION OF A MOVIE IMAGE "...
Page 85 DIVIDING A MOVIE IMAGE " This function works only in Play mode. '_page 17 " You can divide a movie image as many times as you want in order to delete a section you no longer need. The movie images will be divided in groups of two. To divide a movie image 1.
Page 86 edtna OVI@ I CI@S Example: You can divide a movie image into two in order to delete a section you no longer need. Before dividing 0~60 seconds The movie image is divided into two movie images. After image is divided at 30 second point 0~30 seconds...
Page 87 COMBINING TWO MOVIE IMAGES " This function works only in Play mode. ""page 17 " You can combine two different movie images. 1. Touch Menu ( _ ) tab --* "Edit" --* "Combine." o If the movie image thumbnail you want to edit is not on the screen, touch up (_) or down (_) tab to scroll to the next group of options.
Page 88 edtna OVI@ I CI@S PLAYLIST What's the "Playlist?" The playlist is created by gathering your favorite recorded movie images. Since the playlist is not created by copying data, it will consume little of the storage capacity. When creating or deleting a piaylist, the original movie image will not be erased.
Page 89 Creating the playlist This function works only in Play mode using the Q,MENU button. '-'page 47 " You can create a playlist on this HD camcorder by gathering your favorites from the recorded movie images. Since the playlist is not created by copying data, you will consume little of the storage capacity.
Page 90 edtna OVI@ I CI@S Arranging the order of movie images within a playlist Youcan arrange movie imageswithin a playlistby moving them to desired positions. 1. Touch "Playlist" _ "HD" or "SD" (arranging playlist according to movie quality) Menu ( ) tab _ "Arrange." 2.
Page 91: Protect
This chapter describes infom°lation about movie or photo file management tools such as protection, deletion, copy, and move. Image management cannot be performed when the battery is low. PROTECTION FROM ACCIDENTAL ERASURE " This function works only in Play mode. _*page 17 "...
Page 92 DELETING IMAGES " This function works only in Play mode. '-,page 17 " You can erase the images recorded on the storage media. ,, An image that has been deleted cannot be recovered. 1. Touch Movie (_) tab or Photo ([_) tab. 2.
Page 93: Copy
COPYING IMAGES (SC-HMX10A/H MX10C ONLY) " This function works only in Play mode. "',page 17 " You can copy images between the built in memory and a memory card. Images are copied to the destination storage while leaving original images in the source storage.
Page 94: Move
(SC-HMX10A/HMX10C ONLY) MOVING IMAGES " This function works only in Play mode. '-,page 17 You can move images between built in memory and memory card. Images are moved to tile destination storage. The original images (except read only files) in the souree storage are deleted. (it moves from the currently used storage to another.
Page 95: Print Mark (Dpof) (Memory Card Only) X
mrnt nq mhoto irnames You can print photo images by if]setting the DPOF setting card to a DPOF compatible printer or connecting the HD camcorder to the PictBridge pnnter, DPOF PRINT SETTING • Print Mark (DPOF) can be set only on photo irrrages stored in the memory card. •...
Page 96 nt na hoto irn ae DIRECT PRINTING WITH A PICTBRIDGE PRINTER If your printer is compatible with PictBridge, photo images can be printed easily by connecting the camcorder with the USB cable directly to the printer. DPOF setting can also be used. '_page 83 NOTICE: After selecting "PictBridge"...
Page 97 PictBridge menu setting the date/time imprint option TouchMenu (a;) tab --, "Date/Time" _ "Off," "Date," "Time", or "Date & Time" --, Return (,,_) tab. To print using the DPOF setting If the printer is compatible with DPOF, you can use the DPOF setting. _page 83 If the printer is not recognized, or to print again after direct printing with a PictBridge printer, remove the USB cable, select "PictBridge"...
Page 98 connectina to a PC This chapter explains how to connect the camcorder to a PC using the USB cable for various functions. 0 When connecting a USB cable to a PC, refer to the software installation instructions and PC specifications below. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS CyberLink DVD Suite...
Page 99 INSTALLING THE CyberLink DVD Suite DVD Suite is software for easily editing MPEG, AVI, and other video files, still images, and other contents for creating a movie. Before you begin: Quit any other software you are using. (Check that there are no other application icons on the status bar.) 1, Load the provided CD ROM into the PC.
Page 100 5, "Customer Information" screen appears. o Click " Next." 6, "Choose Destination Location" screen appears. ,, Choose the destination location which y ou waist toinstall. ,, Click " Next." 7, "Setup status" screen appears. o The installation progresses inorder as follows "Power Starter" _ "Power DVD" "Power Director"...
Page 101 CONNECTING THE USB CABLE Tocopy the moviefilesand photo filesto your PC, connect your HD camcorder to the PC with a USBcable. 1. Set the "USB Connect" to "Mass Storage." ",page 70 2. Connect the HD camcorder to the PC with a USB cable. Don't apply excessive force when inserting or extracting a USB cable into/from a USB jack.
Page 102 connectina to VIEWING THE CONTENTS OF STORAGE MEDIA 1. Slide the POWER switch downward to turn the HD camcorder on. o Set the "USB Connect" to "Mass Storage." '..*page 70 (it is set to "Mass Storage" by default when you purchase the HD camcorder.) Set the appropriate storage media.
Page 103 Structure of folders and files on the storage media " The folder and file structure for storage media is as follows: V_DEO Don't arbitrarily change or remove the folder or file name. it may not be playable. 100WDEO ,, The file naming follows DCF (Design rule for Camera File System). SDV 0001 MP4 SPY 0002 MP4 Image configuration...
Page 104 connectina to Image format Movie image Movie images are compressed in H.264 format. The file extension is ".MP4." ,, The image size is 1280x720 (HD) or 720x480 (SD). "'page Photo image Photo images are compressed in JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) format. The file extension is ".JPG." ,, The image size is 2048x1536, 1440x1080, or 640x480.
Page 105 Your HD camcorder isaproduct ofsuperior design and craftsmanship and should betreated with care. The s uggestions below w ill help y ou fulfill any w arranty obligations and allow you toenjoy this product for m any years. o For s afekeeping ofthe lidcamcorder, turn offthe liDcamcorder.
Page 106 (It is recommended that you copy the data from your PC to other media for storage.) o A malfunction may cause the storage media to fail to operate properly. Samsung will not provide any compensation for any lost contents.
Page 107 Remove from charger or powered unit when not in use, as these components may use current even when switched off. It is recommended that only genuine Samsung batteries are used in this camcorder. Using generic non Samsung batteries can cause damage to the internal charging circuitry.
Page 108 o Each c ountry orregion has itsown electric and color s ystems. Before using y our H D camcorder abroad, check t he following items. Power sources The provided AC adaptor features automatic voltage selection inthe AC range from 100 Vto240 M You can use your camcorder inany countries/regions using the AC power adaptor supplied...
Page 109 Check the authenticity of The battery pack can not pass this battery authenticity check. o It is recommended that only genuine Samsung batteries are used in this camcorder. Storage media * Delete unnecessary files on the built in memory. There is not enough space to record...
Page 110 tro Abe hootina _Eli_!i_!_i!_ii!ii_ii_ii_ii_iiiiii_i_ii_ii_ii_ii_ii_ii_ii_ii_ii_ iiill !iil i_!_!_i:ii_ _ !_ii_i_iii!!!i!ii_i_i!iii_ii_iiii_iiiiii_iiiiiiiiiiiii_iiiiiiiiiiiii!!!_!!!!i!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!ii!_iiiiii_iii Card Locked _, Release write protection tab. The write protection tab on an SD or SDHC card has been set to lock. Card Error The memory card has some problem ,, Change memory card to another one. and can not be recognized.
Page 111 Activate remote control. Remote function was set to off. _,Set "Remote" function to "On." Number of video files is Folder and files have reached capacity _,Set "FiFe No." to "Reset." full. Cannot record video, and you can not record. Number of photo files is Folder and files have reached capacity ,, Set "FiFe No."...
Page 112 • If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact 1-800- SAMSUNG for your nearest Samsung authorized service center. • Depending on the problem, the built-in memory may need to be initialized or replaced and the data will be deleted.
Page 113 O if these instructionsdo not solveyour problem, contact your nearestSamsung authorizedservicecenter. Symptoms and solutions Power The battery pack may not be installed on your HD camcorder. Insert a battery pack to the HD camcorder. The inserted battery pack may be discharged. The HD camcorder does not turn on.
Page 114 tro Abe hootina Displays The TV screen or LCD display has ,, It can occur when recording or viewing a 16:9 ratio image on a 4:3 ratio distorted images or has stripes at the T_, or vice versa. For more details, see the display specification. ",page 45 top/bottom or on the left/right.
Page 115 ,, There isnomore f ree s pace for r ecording onthe storage media. Back upimportant files o nyour PC and format the storage media ordelete the unnecessary files. ,, Ifyou make recordings ordelete files f requently, the pedormance The r ecording stops automatically.
Page 116 tro Abe hootina There is a time difference between the point where you press ,, On your camcorder, there may be a slight time delay between the point Recording start/stop button and when you press Recording start/stop button and tile actual point the point where the recorded movie where the recorded movie starts/stops.
Page 117 Adjusting the image d uring r ecording o Set " Focus" to"Auto." ",page 56 ,, The r ecording conditions are not s uitable for a uto f ocus. Adjust the focus manually. _page 5 7 Focus does n ot a djust automatically. ,, The l ens i sdusty on the surface.
Page 118 tro Abe hootina Photo images stored on a storage media are not displayed in the actual size. Check if the AC power adaptor or battery back is properly connected Playback is interrupted unexpectedly. and secure. Playback on other devices (TV, etc) Connect the audio of the component or Multi AV cable to your camcorder or connected device (]M, HD recorder, etc).
Page 119 The i mage appears distorted ,, This h appens when T V type o fthe HD camcorder isdifferent from the T_Set t he TV type t omatch the aspect ratio o fyour T_""page 70 You c annot view the image orhear ,, Images will n ot b eoutput from the HDMI jack i fthe material iscopyright the sound from aTV connected...
Page 120 tro Ab hootina Connecting to a computer ,, You can not use the HD camcorder with a Macintosh. Tile computer does not recognize ,, Disconnect the USB cable from the computer and camcorder, restart your HD camcorder, the computer, then connect it again correctly. A video codec is needed to play the file recorded on your HD camcorder, install the software provided with your camcorder.
Page 121 Overall operations button. Menu You cannot select grayed items in the current recording/playback mode. There are some functions you cannot activate simultaneously. The following list shows examples of unworkable combinations of functions and menu items. Menu and quick menu cannot be used in EASY Q mode. The following menu cannot be used during recording;...
Page 122 eoifioation Model name: SC-HMX10/HMX10A/H MX10C Video signal NTSC Picture compression format H.264 (MPEG 4.AVC) Audio compression format AAC (Advanced Audio Coding) Image device 1/4.5" C MOS (Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor) (Max/Effective : 1.61 M/t.56M pixels) Lens F1.8 t0x (Optical), 2x (Digital) Electronic zoom lens Focal length 3.3 ,- 33mm Filter diameter...
Page 123 SEA will repair or replace the product at it's option. All warranty repairs must be performed by a SEA authorized service center. The name and address of the location nearest you can be obtained by calling toll free: 1 800 SAMSUNG (1 800 726 7864). Labor...
Page 124 If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center Samsung Electronics America, inc. 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) www.samsung.oom/us RollS compliant Our product complies with "The Restriction Of the use of certain Hazardous Substances...

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