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-R10SN HMX-R10BN...
Page 2 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.
Page 3 12 Mega pixel Photo Quality Samsung’s Pixel Rising technology yields high resolution still images that retain colors 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.
Page 4: Before Reading This User Manual
Please follow them explicitly. After reading this section, keep it in a safe place for future reference. PRECAUTIONS • This camcorder should always be connected to an AC outlet with a protective grounding connection. • Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
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.
Page 7: Important Safety Instructions
important safety instructions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Warning To Reduce The Risk Of Fire Or Electric Shock, Do Not Expose This Apparatus To Rain Or Moisture.
Page 8 CAMCORDER and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. Never place your CAMCORDER on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface: on or near a radiator or heat register. This CAMCORDER...
Page 9 If any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects have fallen into the CAMCORDER. c. If the CAMCORDER has been exposed to rain or water. d. If the CAMCORDER does not operate normally by following the operating instructions, adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions.
Page 10: Fcc Warning
MERCURY AND MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL, STATE OR FEDERAL LAWS. For details see lamprecycle.org, eiae.org, or call 1-800-Samsung (7267864) CALIFORNIA USA ONLY This Perchlorate warning applies only to primary CR (Manganese Dioxide) Lithium coin cells in the product sold or distributed ONLY in California “...
Page 11: Safety Information
Do not overload outlets or extenson cords as ths may result in abnormal heat or fire. No sand or dust! Fne sand or dust enterng the camcorder or No sand or dust! AC power adaptor could cause malfunctons or defects.
Page 12 If the camcorder makes an abnormal sound, or smell or smokes, unplug the power-cord mmedately and request servce from a Samsung service center. There is a risk of fire or personal njury. Do not dspose of battery pack in a fire as it may explode.
Page 13 Do not expose the camcorder to nsectcde. Insectcde enterng the camcorder could fal the product to operate normally. Turn the camcorder off and cover t wth vnyl sheet, etc. before usng nsectcde. Do not use the camcorder on a trpod (not suppled) n a place where t s subject to severe vbratons or mpact.
Page 14 . Do not use the camcorder near strong rado waves or magnetsm such as speakers and a large motor. Nose could enter vdeo or audo that are beng recorded. Keep important data separately. Samsung s not responsble for data loss.
Page 15: Table Of Contents
PREPARATION BASIC OPERATION Key features of your full HD camcorder Before reading this user manual Important safety instructions Safety information Contents Quick start guide You can record videos or photos on a memory card! What’s included with your camcorder...
Page 16 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...
Page 17: 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 18 Viewing on a TV screen Dubbing to a vcr or DVD/HDD recorder Checking your computer type What you can do with a Windows computer Using the Intelli-studio program Using as a removable storage device Maintenance Additional information Using your camcorder abroad...
Page 19: You Can Record Videos Or Photos On
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 20: Quick Start Guide
 • Using ‘Quick On STBY’ by opening/closing the LCD screen.  page 98 : When you close the LCD screen during standby, your camcorder goes to Quick On STBY mode (power saving mode). You can start recording quickly when you open the LCD screen.
Page 21 STEP3: Play back videos or photos Viewing the LCD screen of your camcorder Your camcorder is compatible with H.264 format “1920x1080/60i” which provides highly- detailed, beautiful images. page 62 Touch the Play ( ) tab on the screen in STBY mode.
Page 22 Click “Share”  “Add” tab on the browser.  page 130 The Intelli-studio runs automatically once the camcorder is connected to a Windows computer (when you specify “PC Software: On”).  page 99 STEP5: Delete videos or photos If the storage media is full, you cannot record new videos or photos.
Page 23: 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 the AC adaptor or the batteries.
Page 24: 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.
Page 25 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 ...
Page 26: Identifying The Screen Displays
MIC Level Menu tab • Functions marked with * will not be retained when the camcorder is powered back on. • The on-screen indicators are based on an 8GB SDHC memory card capacity. • The above screen is illustrated for explanation purposes and may differ from the actual display.
Page 27: 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 28: Photo Record Mode
Dynamic Range*/Cont. Shot/Bracket Shot*, Flash • Functions marked with * will not be retained when the camcorder is powered back on • For warning indicators and messages, see pages 136~139 • The total number of recordable photos is counted based on available space on the storage media.
Page 29: Photo 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 photo play mode. PRECHECK! • This On Screen Display (OSD) is shown in Photo playback ( •...
Page 30: 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 31 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. page 31 Connect the power cord to the AC Adaptor and the wall outlet.
Page 32: Checking The Battery State
Fully Discharged LED color • Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use. Keep the camcorder turned off while not operating it. • Store the battery pack separately when finished charging or when not using it for a long time.
Page 33 • 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 34 • Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC Adaptor or battery terminals with any metallic objects. This may cause a malfunction. • Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power is still supplied to it while connected to the wall outlet via the AC Adaptor.
Page 35: Basic Operation Of The Camcorder
• If you close the LCD screen when the power is on, the power saving mode activates. When using this camcorder for the first time • When you use your camcorder for the first time or reset it, the time zone screen appears for the startup display. Select your geographical location and set the date and time.page 95...
Page 36: Switching To The Power Saving Mode
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 37: Setting The Operation Modes
Video mode Photo mode • When you turn on the camcorder for the first time, the video mode will start up as the default. • Booting mode can be selected by setting "Booting Mode" to "Photo Mode" or "Previous Mode," and the changes will be in effect the next time the camcorder is tuned on. page 97...
Page 38: Using The Touch Panel
• Battery information is available only when the battery pack is inserted in your camcorder. • If the camcorder is connected by using the AC Power adaptor, and the battery is not inserted, the “No Battery” message appears.
Page 39: First Time Settings
• If the camcorder is not in use for about 2 weeks without connecting to the AC power or attaching the battery pack, the built-in battery fully discharges. If this occurs, charge the built-in battery by connecting to the supplied AC adaptor for 24 hours.
Page 40: Selecting The Language
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 41: Getting Ready To Start Recording
(CLOSE) as shown in the figure. • To avoid the data loss, turn off the camcorder by pressing the power ( second before inserting or ejecting the memory card. • Do not format the memory card on a PC.
Page 42: Selecting A Suitable Memory Card
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.
Page 43: 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 44 getting ready to start recording Recordable time available for video Video quality [HD]1080/60i (SF)* [HD]1080/60i (N) [HD]1080/30p [HD]720/60p [SD]480/60p [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...
Page 45: Using The Hand Strap
180° towards the lens, then fold it back to the body. Excessive rotation may damage the connective hinge between the screen and the camcorder. • Clean fingerprints or dust on the screen with a soft cloth.
Page 46: Basic Camcorder Positioning
Aim and focus as shown in the illustration. This camcorder lens angle is approx. 25˚ higher than the rest of the camcorder body. Make sure the camcorder lens is angled for proper shooting. • It is recommended to keep the sun behind you while shooting.
Page 47: Recording Videos
Two Recording start/stop buttons to suit your preference! • This camcorder features two Recording start/stop buttons. One is on the rear side of the camcorder, the other is on the LCD screen. Select the one that works best for you.
Page 48: 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 49: 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.
Page 50: Recording Photos
• Audio is not recorded when taking photos. • If focusing is difficult, use the manual focus function. page 73 • Do not turn off the camcorder or remove the memory card when taking photos as it may damage the storage media or data.
Page 51 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 52 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 53 W (wide-angle). • The subject moves further away. The zoom speed of this camcorder is not variable. Use the zoom lever for high speed zoom and zoom button on the LCD panel for low speed zoom. • Using the optical zoom does not degrade the image quality and clarity.
Page 54 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 55 • When the LCD screen is closed during playback, the built-in speaker automatically turns off. • The camcorder may not play the following video fi les: - A video edited by using the different software that was not built in your camcorder, or whose fi le name is changed on a PC...
Page 56: 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 57 - A photo recorded on other devices. - A photo with a fi le format not supported on this camcorder (does not conform to DCF standards). Loading time may vary depending on the size and quality of the selected photo.
Page 58 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 ( •...
Page 59: 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 60: Advanced Recording
Select the Video ( ) or Photo ( button. Press the Q.MENU button on your camcorder to see the available menu options. The quick menu screen appears. Touch “Focus.” (The Focus function is used here as an example.) Touch the desired option.
Page 61: 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 62: 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 63: 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 Analog TV Out...
Page 64: Quick Menu Items
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)
Page 65: 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 66: Resolution
3M (2048x1536)( )/2M (1920x1080)( • “60i” indicates the camcorder will record in interlaced scan mode at 60 fields per second. • “30p” indicates the camcorder will record in progressive scan mode at 30 frames per second. • “60p” indicates the camcorder will record in progressive scan mode at 60 frames per second.
Page 67: 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 68: Slow Motion
• Recording does not stop for 10 seconds even if the Recording start/stop button is pressed to stop. • Also, audio is not recorded while recording in slow motion. • While recording in slow motion, if you have the camcorder connected to a TV, the recording image is not displayed on the TV screen.
Page 69: Sharpness
• Sharp ( ): Enhances to sharpen the edges of photo images. White Balance This camcorder automatically adjusts the color of the subject. You can record in natural colors depending on the subject and lighting conditions. PRECHECK!
Page 70 • When setting the white balance manually, the subject must be white, otherwise, your camcorder may not detect an appropriate setting value. • The adjusted setting remains until you set the white balance again.
Page 71: 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 72: Aperture
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 73: 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.”...
Page 74: 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 75: 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 76: 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 77: 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 78: Face Detection
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.
Page 79: 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 80: 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 81: Anti-Shake(Eis)
• When recording with the zoom function. • When recording subjects of a small size. • Gross camcorder shake may not be entirely corrected even if “Anti-Shake: On” is set. Firmly hold the camcorder with both hands. • When this function is set to “On,” the actual movement of the subject and the movement displayed on the screen may be slightly different.
Page 82: 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 83: 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 84: 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 85: 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 86: 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 87: 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 88: Self Timer
): Record five pictures with different brightness setting values such as +0.3EV, -0.3EV, Back Light Compensation, Dynamic Range and original. Bracket shot may take a long time. Don't move the camcorder from the subject when operating this function. Self Timer When the self-timer is enabled, there is a time delay after you actually press the Record Start/Stop or PHOTO button.
Page 89: Time Lapse Rec
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 90 • 30 captured images compose a video of 1 second length. Since the minimum length of a video to be saved by your camcorder is one second, the interval defines how long the Time Lapse Recording should be taken. For example, if you set the interval to “30 Sec,” Time Lapse Recording should be taken for at least 15 minutes to record a minimum video length of 1 second (30 images).
Page 91: Quick View
• On: Quick View icon appears on the screen as soon as you finish the recording. Touch the Quick View icon to view the most recent video you have recorded. After the Quick Playback is completed, your camcorder switches back to the standby mode. If you touch the delete ( Playback, the file is deleted.
Page 92 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.
Page 93: Advanced Playback
) tab is touched. • Repeat One ( ): Repeats playing the selected video only until the Return ( Highlight This camcorder shows a section of the recorded video(s) at random. PRECHECK! Touch the Play( ) HD( ) or SD( Touch the Menu ( ) tab.
Page 94: File Info
This will make the image capture seem longer than 1 second, however, 2 or 5 images are being captured for each second of video playback. File Info This camcorder shows you information on the recorded images. PRECHECK! Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the playback mode.
Page 95: 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 96: Date/Time Display
• Date & Time : Displays the current date and time. The date/time will read “JAN/01/2009 12:00 AM” in the following cases; - When video or photo recording was made before setting the date/time in the camcorder. - When the built-in rechargeable battery is depleted.
Page 97: 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 98: 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 99: 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 100: 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 101: Auto Lcd Off
5 minutes when recording a video, the power saving mode starts by dimming the LCD screen. When this “Auto LCD Off” function is enabled, you can press any button on the camcorder to return LCD brightness to normal. Booting Mode You can choose the booting mode that starts up when you turn on the camcorder.
Page 102: 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 camcorder to come on quickly from the power saving mode.
Page 103: Storage Info
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.
Page 104 • If the recording medium becomes corrupted, format it again. • Do not format the storage media on a PC or other device. Make sure to format the storage media on this camcorder. • Format the memory card in the following cases:...
Page 105: 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 106: Auto Power Off
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.
Page 107: Usb Connect
Before connecting a USB cable, check whether the current USB mode is appropriate for the function to be used. TV Connect Guide You can view the TV Connect Guide before you connect the camcorder to your TV set. Touch the Menu ( ) tab  “TV Connect Guide.”...
Page 108: Tv Display
You need to convert the aspect ratio of the camcorder to match your TV. PRECHECK! Using the Component/AV Cable provided with your camcorder, connect the camcorder to your TV. page 119~123 Touch the Menu ( Touch a desired submenu item.
Page 109: Submenu Item
• 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. Therefore, when using the component/AV cable, you must check the right method for the TV output by setting the “Analog TV Out”...
Page 110: Anynet+ (Hdmi-Cec)
Auto Power Off function will turn the camcorder off before Demo can run. 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 111: 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 partial delete is performed, the same video in the playlist is also partially deleted.
Page 112: 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 113: 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 114 editing the playlist PLAYLIST What’s a “Playlist?” • You can create a playlist on the same memory card by gathering your favorite 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.
Page 115: Creating The Playlist
• You can play the playlist in the same manner as you play a video. While editing the playlist, do not eject the memory card or power off the camcorder. Doing so may damage the storage media or data. If available space on the storage is insuffi cient, you can not create or add a playlist. Delete unnecessary videos.
Page 116: Arranging Videos In The Playlist
• A message appears asking for your confirmation. Touch “Yes.” • The video moves to the selected position. While editing the playlist, do not eject the memory card or power off the camcorder. Doing so may damage the storage media or data. ) tab  “Playlist.”...
Page 117: Deleting Videos From The Playlist
• A message appears asking for your confirmation. Touch “Yes.” • The selected videos are deleted from the playlist. While editing the playlist, do not eject the memory card or power off the camcorder. Doing so may damage the storage media or data. Play Option...
Page 118: 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 canceled. PRECHECK! Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the playback mode. page 33 Touch the Play( tab.
Page 119: 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 120: 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 121: Direct Printing With A Pictbridge Printer
To stop printing after printing starts Touch “Cancel” on the screen. • If the camcorder is connected to a printer while “USB Connect” is set to “Mass Storage,” the message “Fail USB Connecting Change “USB Connect” appears. Set the “USB Connect” to the “PictBridge” then connect the USB cable again.
Page 122: To Set The Date/Time Imprint
& Imaging Products Association), an image transfer standard developed by Canon, Fuji, HP, Olympus, Seiko Epson, and Sony. • Use the AC power adaptor for your camcorder during PictBridge direct printing. Turning the camcorder off during printing might damage data on the storage media.
Page 123: Connecting To A Tv
You can use the same remote control for devices that support the Anynet + function. You can use the Anynet + function if the camcorder is connected with an HDMI cable to an Anynet+ supported TV. For more information, refer to the Anynet+ support TV’s user manual.
Page 124 TV's TV power on. (Anynet+ function) If you don’t want this function, set “Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)” to “Off.” page 106 • Use only the HDMI 1.3 cable when connecting to the HDMI jack of this camcorder. If the camcorder is connected with other HDMI cables, the screen display may not work.
Page 125: Connecting To A Regular Tv
• After the connection is complete, set “Analog TV Out” to “Component.” page 105 Turn on your TV and set the TV’s input selector to the Input your camcorder is connected to. Refer to the TV’s instruction manual to see how to select the TV input.
Page 126 • Check the connection status between the HD camcorder and TV, the TV screen may not deliver the right video information if connected incorrectly. • When the camcorder is connected to a TV with more than one cable, the output signal is followed in the order of priority: HDMI ...
Page 127: Viewing On A Tv Screen
• If the “TV Display” is set “Off,” the TV screen does not include the OSD (On Screen Display) menus. page 104 • You will only hear audio from the camcorder on your TV in Video playback mode. Playback on a TV •...
Page 128: Dubbing Videos
DUBBING TO A VCR OR DVD/HDD RECORDER You can dub images played back on you camcorder to other recording devices, such as VCRs or DVD/ HDD recorders. Be sure to connect your camcorder to the wall outlet using the supplied AC power adaptor for this function.
Page 129: Using With A Windows Computer
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.
Page 130: What You Can Do With A Windows Computer
You can enjoy the following operations by connecting your camcorder to your Windows computer by using the USB cable. Main Functions • By using the built-in Intelli-studio editing software on your camcorder, you can enjoy the following operations. - Playing back recorded videos or photos. page 129 - Editing recorded videos or photos.
Page 131: Using The Intelli-Studio Program
CD-ROM drive that has the Intelli-studio program in My Computer and run iStudio. exe. • When a USB cable is connected, if you have EmoDio (Samsung's MP3 player software) installed on your computer, the EmoDio software may load first.
Page 132 Switches to Edit mode. Switches to Share mode. Displays videos or photos as full screen. Displays photos as thumbnails. Displays videos as thumbnails. Sorts the files. Imports folders from PC. Selects the connected camcorder or storage. ❹ ❺ ❻ ❿  ...
Page 133 Step 3. Playing back the videos (or photos) • You can play back the recordings conveniently using the Intelli-studio application. Run the Intelli-studio program. page 127 Click the desired folder to display your recordings. • Video (or photo) thumbnails appear on the screen, according the selected source.
Page 134 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 135 - Video formats: MP4 (Video: H.264, Audio: AAC), WMV (WMV 7/8/9) - Photo formats: JPG, GIF, BMP, PNG, TIFF Exporting the videos/photos to your camcorder. Select the desired files to export. Click ( ) icon to export files to your camcorder. Imported Files...
Page 136 Installing Intelli-studio application on the Windows computer • When the Intelli-studio application is installed on a Windows computer, it will run faster after connecting the camcorder to your computer. Moreover, the application can be updated automatically and run directly in the Windows computer.
Page 137: Using As A Removable Storage Device
• When the removable disk does not appear automatically, open the removable disk folder of My Computer. • If the connected camcorder’s disk drive does not open or the context menu that appears when right clicking your Mouse (open or browse) appears broken, your computer is suspected to be infected by Autorun virus.
Page 138 VIDEO folder), a new folder cannot be created anymore. Set “File No.” to “Reset” at this time. • This camcorder may not recognize modified files. Don’t arbitrarily change or remove the folder or file name. It may not be playable.
Page 139 When using a removable disk, all types of fi les in the computer can be transferred to your camcorder. Note that only the video and photo that have been recorded by your camcorder can be played back. If the fi les are arbitrarily modifi ed or edited, they cannot be played back.
Page 140: 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 141 • Change memory card with a one. record. Informs that ... Action • Turn the camcorder's power off Some problem occured • If a file is not recovered, format while writing data to storage media. You can not operate some functions manually when •...
Page 142 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 143 The Dew condenses on the external or internal parts of the camcorder, and on the reflection lens. When this happens, it may cause a malfunction or damage to the camcorder when using the device with the power on while there is dew condensation.
Page 144: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Before contacting a Samsung authorized service center, 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 145 16:9-ratio image on a 4:3-ratio TV, or vice versa. For more details, see the display specification. page 104 • The camcorder is in Demo mode. If you do not want to see Demo image, change the setting “Demo” to “Off.” page 106 •...
Page 146 • This is not a malfunction. • “Date/Time Display” is set to “Off.” Set the “Date/Time Display” to On. page 92 • Set your camcorder to Photo mode. page 46 • Release the lock on the write-protection tab of the memory card if any.
Page 147 The data file name is not indicated correctly. Explanation/Solution • On your camcorder, there may be a slight time delay between the point when you press Recording start/stop button and the actual point where the recorded video starts/stops. This is not an error.
Page 148 Explanation/Solution • Image files recorded using another device may not be played on your camcorder. • Check out the memory card compatibility. page 38 • Photo images recorded on other device may not appear in the actual size.
Page 149 This is not an error. • This happens when TV type of the camcorder is different from the TV. Set the TV type to match the aspect ratio of your TV. page 104 •...
Page 150: Connecting To A Computer
Install the software provided with your camcorder. pages 132 • Make sure you insert the connector in the correct direction, and connect the USB cable to the USB jack on your camcorder firmly. • Disconnect the cable from the computer and camcorder, restart the computer.
Page 151 Touch “Yes,” to disable the related function setting and then continue the menu setting as you desired. Explanation/Solution • Has the camcorder been left unused for a long period of time? The backup built-in rechrgeable battery may be discharged.
Page 152: Cautions When Storing
• Do not store the camcorder in a place where the humidity is high or in a dusty place: Dust entering the camcorder could cause a malfunction. If humidity is high, the lens could become moldy, and the camcorder could become inoperative.
Page 153: 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 154: Using Your Camcorder Abroad
The provided AC adaptor features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 100 V to 240 V. You can use your camcorder in any countries/regions using the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder within the AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz range.
Page 155: Specifications
specifications Model name HMX-R10SN, HMX-R10BN 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 156: Limited Warranty
SAMSUNG LIMITED WARRANTY SAMSUNG Electronics America Inc. (SEA), warrants that this product is free from defective material and workmanship. SEA further warrants that if product fails to operate properly within the specified warranty period and the failure is due to improper workmanship or defective material, SEA will repair or replace the product at it’s option.
Page 157 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.com/us 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...

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