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  • Page 1: User Manual

    User Manual High Defi nition Digital Camcorder www.samsung.com/register For video recording, use a memory card that supports faster write speeds. - Memory Card: A Class 6 SDHC card or above. HMX-T10WN HMX-T10BN HMX-T10ON...

  • Page 2: Before Reading This User Manual

    If you replace the battery with the wrong battery, you can cause an explosion. Replace only If you plug the AC adapter into a 240V AC outlet, be sure to use a suitable plug adapter. Meaning...

  • Page 3: Important Information On Use

    Illustrations of model HMX-T10BN are used in this user manual. • The displays in this user manual may not be exactly the same as those you see on the LCD screen. • Designs and specifications of the camcorder and other accessories are subject to change without any notice.
  • Page 4 Copyright Act and cannot be used without permission of the owner of the copyright, except for personal enjoyment. Even if you record an event such as a show, performance, or exhibition for personal enjoyment, we strongly recommend that you obtain permission beforehand.

  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    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. Caution Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
  • Page 6 The CAMCORDER should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply at your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. A CAMCORDER is intended to be operated from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
  • Page 7 23. OVERLOADING: Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. 24. OBJECTS AND LIQUIDS: Never push objects of any kind into this CAMCORDER through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out a part that could result in a fire or electric shock.
  • Page 8 NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

  • Page 9: 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.
  • Page 10 Keep the camcorder away from water when using it near the beach or pool or when it rains. There is a risk of malfunction or electric shock. Keep the power-cord unplugged when not in use or during lightning storms.
  • Page 11 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 in direct sunlight or near heating equipment.
  • Page 12 Only plug the adaptor plug into a socket that is easily accessible. If any problem occurs with the product, you must pull the plug out of the socket to disconnect the power completely.

  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    CAMCORDER GETTING STARTED BASIC OPERATION OF THE CAMCORDER FIRST TIME SETTINGS GETTING READY TO START RECORDING You can record videos in H.264 format! What’s included with your camcorder Location of controls Identifying the screen displays Inserting/ejecting the battery Charging the battery Checking the battery state Turning your camcorder on/off...
  • Page 14 BASIC RECORDING BASIC PLAYBACK USING THE MENU ITEMS ADVANCED RECORDING Recording videos Capturing photos during video recording Recording photos Recording with ease for beginners (smart auto) Zooming Changing the playback mode Playing back videos Viewing photos Handling menus and quick menus Menu items Quick menu items...
  • Page 15 ADVANCED PLAYBACK EDITING FILES SYSTEM SETTING Play Option Highlight Slide Show Option File Info Deleting files Protection from accidental erasure Dividing a video Combining videos Setting menu items Card Info Format File No. Time Zone Date/Time Set Date Type Time Type Date/Time Display...

  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    Connecting to a high definition TV with HDMI Connecting to a regular TV Viewing on a TV screen Dubbing to a VCR or DVD/HDD recorder Direct printing with a PictBridge printer What you can do with a windows computer Using the Intelli-studio program...

  • Page 17: Quick Start Guide

    You can record videos in H.264 format! You can record videos in H.264 format that is convenient to email and share with your friends and family. You can also take photos with your camcorder. STEP 1: Get ready 1. Insert the battery to the camcorder.

  • Page 18: Recording Photos

    SUPER Using ‘Quick On STBY’ by opening/closing the LCD screen. 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 19 You can enjoy HD (high defi nition) videos on an HDTV. page 87 You can also play back videos on an SD (standard defi nition) image quality TV. page 89 STEP 4: Save recorded videos or photos Simple and fun! Enjoy the various features of the internal Intelli-studio program on your Windows computer.

  • Page 20: Sharing Videos/Photos On Youtube/Flickr

    “PC Software: On” in the Settings menu. page 82 STEP 5: Delete videos or photos If the storage media is full, you cannot record new videos or photos. Delete videos or photos that you have saved to a computer from the camcorder’s storage media. Then you can record new videos or photos on newly freed up space.

  • Page 21: Getting To Know The Camcorder

    WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH YOUR CAMCORDER Your new camcorder comes with the following accessories. If any of these items is missing from your box, call Samsung’s Customer Care Center. Model name HMX-T10WN HMX-T10BN HMX-T10ON • Although some features of the models are different, they operate in the same way.

  • Page 22: Location Of Controls

    LOCATION OF CONTROLS Front/Left Internal microphone TFT LCD screen (Touch screen) During a recording, be careful not to block the internal microphone and lens. Lens Power button Q.MENU button Zoom (W/T) button Recording start/stop button...
  • Page 23 : Play mode Hand strap hook Tripod receptacle Battery/Memory card cover Memory card slot Battery slot Battery release switch PHOTO button Charging (CHG) indicator DC IN jack Jack cover (DC IN) USB, HDMI, AV(Audio/Video) jack Jack cover (USB, HDMI, AV) OPEN/CLOSE switch...

  • Page 24: Identifying The Screen Displays

    The largest number the OSD Image Counter can display is “9,999.” • This camcorder provides one record mode which combines the video and photo record modes. You can easily record videos or photos in the same mode without having to change it.

  • Page 25: Video Play Mode

    Menu tab • The play related tab, the volume control, and the return tab appear briefl y on the screen. They reappear when you touch the screen anywhere. • For warning indicators and messages, see pages 102~106 ) mode only.
  • Page 26 PRECHECK! • This On Screen Display (OSD) is shown in photo play ( • Select the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the photo play ( Photo play mode 1/10 100 _ 0001 JAN/01/2010 12:00AM Bottom of the LCD screen...

  • Page 27: Getting Started

    3. Close the battery cover by sliding the OPEN/CLOSE switch toward CLOSE. Samsung is not responsible for problems that are caused by using unapproved batteries. If you use batteries from other manufacturers, there is a danger of overheating, fi re, or explosion.

  • Page 28: Charging The Battery

    Connect the AC power adaptor to the camcorder properly, and then plug the AC Power adaptor in the wall outlet. Please make sure that there are no foreign substances in the plug and socket when you connect the AC power supply to the camcorder. •...

  • Page 29: Checking The Battery State

    The device will be forced to turn off after 3 seconds. The fi gures above are based on a fully charged battery at a normal temperature. Low ambient temperature may affect the use time. The color of the LED indicates the power or charging state.
  • Page 30 The continuous recording time above shows the available recording time when you record without using any other function after recording starts. The battery may discharge 2-3 times faster than this reference if you use the record start/stop, the zoom, and the play functions. Prepare additional batteries with the expectation that the actual recording time is about 1/3 to 1/2 of the times listed above.
  • Page 31 Use a nearby wall outlet when using the AC power adaptor. Disconnect the AC power adaptor from the wall outlet immediately if any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder. • Do not place the AC Adaptor in a confined space when you use it, such as between a wall and a piece of furniture. •...

  • Page 32: Basic Operation Of The Camcorder

    Select your geographical location, and then set the date and time. page 26 If you do not set the date and time, the time zone screen appears every time you turn on the camcorder. 1. Open the LCD screen to turn on the camcorder.

  • Page 33: Switching To The Power Saving Mode

    5 minutes. • If you open the LCD screen or connect a cable to the camcorder when the camcorder is in sleep mode, the camcorder returns to the last active operation mode. LCD screen is closed <Sleep mode>...

  • Page 34: Setting The Operation Modes

    SETTING THE OPERATION MODES You switch the operating mode in the following order each time you press the MODE button. ) ↕ Play mode ( Record mode ( • Each time the operation mode changes, the respective mode indicator lights turn on.

  • Page 35: Using The Touch Panel

    Do not place a protective fi lm on the LCD screen. • If you leave a fi lm attached to the LCD screen for a long time, strong adhesion between the fi lm and the surface of the screen may cause a malfunction of the touch panel.

  • Page 36: First Time Settings

    • If the battery is depleted, the current date/time values are reset to the default values. If this occurs, you need to recharge the internal rechargeable battery (see below), and then re-set the current date and time.

  • Page 37: Selecting The Languages

    • “Language” options may be changed without a prior notice. • The camcorder retains the language you select even when not connected to the battery or AC power. • The date and time format may change depending on the language you selected.

  • Page 38: Getting Ready To Start Recording

    • Be careful not to push the memory card too hard. The memory card may suddenly pop out. Your camcorder supports only SD (Secure Digital) and SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) cards. Card compatibility may vary depending on the manufacturer and the type of memory card.

  • Page 39: Selecting A Suitable Memory Card (Not Supplied)

    • If you modify the name of a file or folder stored in the memory card with your PC, your camcorder may not recognize the modified file.
  • Page 40 We recommend using a memory card case to avoid data loss that can be caused by moving the card or by static electricity. • After a period of use, the memory card may get warm. This is normal and is not a malfunction. The camcorder supports SD and SDHC memory cards, giving you a...

  • Page 41: Recordable Time And Capacity

    Listed below are the available video recording times and the number of photos the camcorder can take, by card memory size and resolution. Refer to the recordable video time and the number of photos when recording videos or taking photos.

  • Page 42: Using The Hand Strap

    USING THE HAND STRAP Attach the strap and place your hand through the loop to prevent the camcorder from being dropped. ADJUSTING THE LCD SCREEN The wide LCD screen on your camcorder offers high quality image viewing.

  • Page 43: Basic Camcorder Positioning

    <Low angle> • This camcorder’s lens angle is approx. 20˚ higher than the rest of the camcorder body. When you record, this prevents strain on the wrist and allows you to record videos in a comfortable position with a clear view of your subjects while you record.

  • Page 44: Basic Recording

    RECORDING VIDEOS This camcorder supports both High Defi nition (HD) and Standard Defi nition (SD) image resolutions. Set the resolution you want before recording. page 50 PRECHECK! • Insert a memory card. page 28 • Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button. page 24 Two recording start/stop buttons to suit your preference! This camcorder features two Recording start/stop buttons.
  • Page 45 You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen in the menu options. Adjusting the LCD screen does not affect the image being recorded. page 77 • In the record mode, you can set the Quick View menu option. The Quick View icon appears when you have set the Quick View menu option to On. •...

  • Page 46: Capturing Photos During Video Recording

    • Photos are captured in 1920x1080 resolution regardless of the resolution of the video recording. • When the HDMI cable is connected to the camcorder, you cannot capture a photo while recording a video. ) indicator appears, and recording 00:00:00...

  • Page 47: Recording Photos

    • To return to the standby mode, touch the Return ( Do not turn off the camcorder or remove the memory card when taking photos as it may damage the storage media or data. • The recordable number of photos varies depending on the recording conditions and the photo resolution.

  • Page 48: Recording With Ease For Beginners

    In Smart Auto mode, your camcorder automatically chooses the appropriate settings based on the type of scene it detects (Indoor, Night, etc.). Smart Auto mode is helpful if you are not familiar with the best camcorder settings for various scenes.

  • Page 49: Zooming

    Zoom speed When using the zoom function, you can decrease zoom speed by slowly moving the Zoom (W/T) lever. Moving it faster increases the zoom speed. However, you cannot adjust the zoom speed when using the Zoom (W/T) button on the LCD panel.

  • Page 50: Basic Playback

    • The camcorder selects the thumbnail display options based on the standby mode that was last used. However, you can choose the video (HD or SD) or photo thumbnail view display options by touching the HD ( ), SD (...

  • Page 51: Playing Back Videos

    Do not power off the camcorder or eject the memory card during video playback. Doing so may damage the recorded data. • It may take some time to start playback, depending on the size and quality of the selected video. • The camcorder may not play the following video fi les: - A video recorded on another device.

  • Page 52: Various Playback Operations

    • Place and hold your fi nger on the Reverse skip ( quickly. When you lift off your fi nger, the camcorder plays the video you selected. Slow playback When playback is paused, touching the Reverse slow (...

  • Page 53: Viewing Photos

    Your camcorder may not play back the following photo fi les normally: - A photo recorded on another device. - A photo with a fi le format not supported by this camcorder. (One that does not conform to DCF standards.) •...

  • Page 54: Viewing A Slide Show

    4. To cancel, touch the Return ( • Photos recorded on other devices or those edited on a PC cannot be magnifi ed. • While the playback zoom is in use, other images cannot be selected.

  • Page 55: Using The Menu Items

    To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( • When using Menu or Quick menu items, some menu items can not be used at the same time, or may be grayed out. For more information, see Troubleshooting on page 112.

  • Page 56: Menu Items

    MENU ITEMS The items available in each menu vary depending on the operating mode. • • For item operation details, see the page number listed under Page in the table. Recording menu items Items SCENE Video Resolution...

  • Page 57: Playback Menu Items

    Edit Combine  File Info  Slide Show Start Slide Show Option • Menu options and default values may be changed without prior notice. • Some grey colored menu options cannot be selected. page 112 Video Photo Single Thumbnail ...

  • Page 58: Quick Menu Items

    QUICK MENU ITEMS • The items available in each menu vary depending on the operating mode. • For item operation details, see the page number listed under Page in the table. Recording menu items Items SCENE Video Resolution...

  • Page 59: Advanced Recording

    SCENE Using the iScene function, you can select a setting that matches the scene you are shooting (Sports, Portrait, etc.). Based on your selection, the camcorder sets the appropriate shutter speed and aperture automatically for optimal recording. PRECHECK! Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button.

  • Page 60: Video Resolution

    ): Records videos in normal image quality. • Normal ( The higher the resolution is, the shorter the available recording time. On the other hand, the lower the resolution, the longer the available recording time. ) tab “Video Resolution.” ) or Return ( ) tab.

  • Page 61: Photo Resolution

    1920x1080 ( ): Records in the 1920x1080 resolution. • The number of recordable images differs according to the photo resolution you select. page 31 • Photos that are recorded on your camcorder may not playback properly on other digital devices that do not support these photo sizes.

  • Page 62: White Balance

    The White Balance (WB) process removes unrealistic color casts, so that white objects are rendered white in your image and all other colors look natural. Proper white balance has to take into account the “color temperature” of a light source, which refers to the relative warmth or coolness of white light.

  • Page 63: Aperture

    F1.8, F2, F2.8, F4, F5.6, F8, F11, F16 Understanding Aperture You can adjust the aperture value to control the amount of light reaching the image sensor. The smaller the aperture value, the greater the amount of light. For example, F1.8 lets in more light than F2.8.

  • Page 64: Shutter

    The image may not seem smooth when you set a high shutter speed. • When recording at a shutter speed of 1/1000 or lower, make sure the sun is not shining directly into the lens. As the shutter speed gets slower, the camcorder can be harmed by too much light.

  • Page 65: Super C.nite

    Depending on the intensity of the ambient light, your videos and photos may be too bright or dark. Using the EV function, you can manually adjust video and photo image brightness. PRECHECK! Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button. page 24 1. Touch the Menu (...

  • Page 66: Back Light

    Back Light When a subject is lit from behind, this function compensates for back lighting so that the subject does not appear too dark. PRECHECK! Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button. page 24 1. Touch the Menu ( 2. Touch the desired submenu item.

  • Page 67: Focus

    2. Touch the desired submenu item. 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( Submenu items Auto: In most situations, it is better to use the automatic focus feature, as it lets you concentrate on the • creative side of your recording.

  • Page 68: Anti-Shake (Ois: Optical Image Stabilizer)

    You can activate touch point by lightly pressing a particular point on the LCD screen for about 2 seconds. • The Auto Focus (AF) setting is useful when you operate the zoom function because you might not be able to keep accurate focus after the zoom ratio has been changed. •...

  • Page 69: Digital Effect

    • When you record in dark or dim light at high magnifi cation while this function is On, after- images may stand out. If this occurs, we recommend using a tripod (not supplied) and turning Anti-shake (OIS) to Off.

  • Page 70: 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 record mode by pressing the MODE button. page 24 1. Touch the Menu (...

  • Page 71: Tele Macro

    Using the Tele Macro function, you can get close up images which are created by focusing on a small portion of a large object at a wide angle. It is useful to get close up images of fl owers or insects etc.

  • Page 72: Cont. Shot

    ): When you press the PHOTO button, the camcorder can take up to 8 photos in one second. • If an error occurs (Card full, etc.) during continuous shot, the recording stops and an error message appears. • When “Cont. Shot” is “On,” the camcorder fi xes the photo resolution at 1920x1080.

  • Page 73: Digital Zoom

    As a result, the image resolution may deteriorate. Self Timer When you enable the self-timer, there is a time delay of 10 seconds before recording starts. You can record videos or take photos of yourself. PRECHECK! Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button.

  • Page 74: Quick View

    ) icon appears on the screen as soon as you fi nish the recording. Touch the Quick View icon to view the most recent video or photo you have recorded. After the Quick View is completed, your camcorder switches back to the standby mode.

  • Page 75: Guideline

    Guideline Guideline displays straight line patterns on the LCD screen that can help you set the image composition when recording images. The camcorder provides 3 types of guidelines. PRECHECK! Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button. page 24 1. Touch the Menu (...

  • Page 76: Advanced Playback

    You can select a specifi c video playback option. PRECHECK! Select the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the Video play ( 1. Touch the Menu ( 2. Touch the desired submenu item. 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( Submenu items •...

  • Page 77: Highlight

    Highlight function in the date thumbnail display, Highlight plays random portions of all the fi les in the selected date set. • In the Highlight play mode, you can adjust the volume by touching the screen. You can also cancel the playback. ) or Return ( ) tab.

  • Page 78: Slide Show Option

    Slide Show Option You can set the play options for the slide show with the slide show setting menus. PRECHECK! Select the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the photo ( 1. Touch the Menu ( 2. Touch the desired submenu item and touch the (...

  • Page 79: Editing Files

    • Deleted images cannot be recovered. • Do not eject a memory card or power off the camcorder while deleting videos or photos recorded on the storage media. Doing so may damage the storage media or data. • You can also operate this function in the full and single image display modes.

  • Page 80: Protection From Accidental Erasure

    • You can also operate this function in the full and single image display modes. • If the write protection tab on the memory card is set to lock, you cannot set this function. page 29 ), SD ( ), or Photo ( ) tab.

  • Page 81: Dividing A Video

    DIVIDING A VIDEO You can divide a video into two, and easily delete a section you no longer need. As this function edits the original fi le, make sure to back up the original before dividing it. PRECHECK! • Insert a memory card. page 28 •...

  • Page 82: Combining Videos

    Do not eject a memory card or power off the camcorder while editing a video recorded on the memory card. Doing so may damage the storage media or data.

  • Page 83: System Setting

    SETTING MENU ITEMS • Refer to page 45 for setting menus. • For item operation details, go to the page number listed in the table under Page. Items Card Info File No. Time Zone Date/Time Set Date Type...

  • Page 84: Card Info

    2. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( Format Use this function if you want to delete all fi les completely or to correct problems on the storage media. PRECHECK! Insert a memory card. page 28 1. Touch the Menu (...

  • Page 85: File No

    When you set “File No.” to “Series,” the camcorder assigns each fi le a different number to avoid duplicating fi le names. This is useful when you want to manage your fi les on a computer.

  • Page 86: Date/Time Set

    Date/Time Set By setting the date and time, you can display the date and time of the recording during playback. page 26 Date Type You can set the display format for the date. 1. Touch the Menu ( 2. Touch the desired submenu item.

  • Page 87: Date/Time Display

    Date/Time Display You can set whether or not the date and/or time are displayed on the LCD screen. PRECHECK! Before you use the “Date/Time Display” function, you must set the date and time. page 76 1. Touch the Menu ( ) ...

  • Page 88: Auto Lcd Off

    SUPER SUPER <During recording> • When the “Auto LCD Off” function is enabled, you can press any button on the camcorder to return LCD brightness to normal. • Auto LCD Off is disabled in the following cases: - If the AC power adaptor is connected.

  • Page 89: Beep Sound

    - When the camcorder has a cable connection (Audio/Video cable, HDMI cable, etc.). Shutter Sound The Shutter Sound function lets you turn the shutter sound that plays when you press the PHOTO button on or off. 1. Touch the Menu ( ) ...

  • Page 90: Auto Power Off

    Auto Power Off You can set your camcorder to turn off automatically if it is idle for 5 minutes without an operation. This function prevents unnecessary power consumption. 1. Touch the Menu ( 2. Touch the desired submenu item.

  • Page 91: Quick On Stby

    Quick On STBY When you are going to record frequently for an extended time, use the Quick On STBY function to reduce energy consumption and battery drain. With the Quick On STBY function On and the camcorder in standby mode, closing the LCD screen starts Quick On STBY. Once you are ready to record again and you open the LCD screen, Quick On STBY triggers the camcorder to come on quickly from the power saving mode.

  • Page 92: Pc Software

    PC Software If you set PC Software to On, you can use the PC software built into the camcorder (Intelli- studio) by connecting your camcorder to your PC using the camcorder’s USB cable. You can download the video and photo images stored on the camcorder to your PC’s hard disk and edit the videos and photos using the internal PC software.

  • Page 93: Hdmi Tv Out

    HDMI TV Out You can set the HDMI video output to match the TV you have connected the camcorder to. PRECHECK! Using the HDMI cable (not supplied), connect the camcorder to your TV. page 87 1. Touch the Menu ( ) ...

  • Page 94: Tv Display

    On: The OSD menus are shown on the LCD screen and the TV screen as well. The thumbnail display and Demo screens are shown on the TV even if you set “TV Display” to “Off.” Default Set You can restore all menu settings to their factory default settings.

  • Page 95: Language

    - If you press any button (Recording start/stop, Q.MENU, Display ( PHOTO, etc.). However, the camcorder enters the Demo mode automatically after 5 minutes in STBY mode if it is idle for 5 minutes without an operation. If you don’t want the Demo function to start, set “Demo” to “Off.”...

  • Page 96: Anynet+ (Hdmi-Cec)

    • When you turn on the camcorder and it is connected by an HDMI cable to a TV that supports Anynet+, the TV automatically turns on. If you do not want to use the Anynet+ function, set the “Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)”...

  • Page 97: Connecting To A Tv

    TV. 2. Connect the camcorder to the TV with a Mini HDMI cable. 3. Set the TV’s input or source selector to the HDMI input you’ve attached the camcorder to. • Refer to the TV’s instruction manual to see how to select the TV’s input or source.
  • Page 98 The Anynet+ function lets you control all devices that support the Anynet + function with the same remote. You can use the Anynet + function on the camcorder if the camcorder is connected by an HDMI cable to a TV that supports Anynet+. For more information, refer to the Anynet+ supported TV’s user manual.

  • Page 99: Connecting To A Regular Tv

    TV and don’t have your user’s manual, you can use the “TV Connect Guide” menu function to view connection instructions on the camcorder’s screen. page 83 If your TV has one audio jack (mono input), connect the yellow plug of the Audio/Video cable to the video jack, the ...

  • Page 100: Viewing On A Tv Screen

    • Photo capture images Adjust the volume to a moderate level. If the volume is too high, the video may include noise.  If “TV Display” is set to “Off,” the TV screen does not display the camcorder’s OSD (On Screen ...

  • Page 101: Dubbing To A Vcr Or Dvd/Hdd Recorder

    Videos are dubbed to the other recording device via analog data transfer (composite connection). Use the supplied Audio/Video cable. • Use the AC power adaptor to power the camcorder when you dub to a VCR or DVD/HDD recorder. Camcorder 1. Connect your camcorder to the recording device (VCR or DVD/HDD recorder) with the Audio/Video cable.

  • Page 102: Printing Photos

    DIRECT PRINTING WITH A PICTBRIDGE PRINTER You can print photos directly by connecting your camcorder to a PictBridge printer (sold separately) using a USB cable. PRECHECK! • Insert the memory card. page 28 • Select the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the Photo play ( 1. Touch the Menu (...
  • Page 103 The date/time imprint option may not be supported by all printers. Check with your printer  manufacturer. You can not setup the “Date/Time” menu if the printer does not support this option. PictBridge™ is a registered trademark of CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association), an image ...

  • Page 104: What You Can Do With A Windows Computer

    - Editing recorded videos or photos. - Uploading the recorded videos and photos to YouTube, Flickr, Facebook, etc. You can transfer or copy the files (videos and photos) saved on the storage media into your computer (the  mass storage function).

  • Page 105: Using The Intelli-Studio Program

    Using the Intelli-studio program built into your camcorder, you can transfer video and photo fi les to your PC using a USB cable and edit them on your PC screen. Intelli-studio offers the most convenient way for you to manage your video and photo fi les.
  • Page 106 Use the provided USB cable. (Supplied by Samsung)  Make sure you insert the USB plug into the USB jack with the plug facing in the correct direction.  Use the AC power adaptor to power the camcorder when transferring files to your computer.
  • Page 107 Step 2. About the Intelli-studio main window When the Intelli-studio starts up, video and photo thumbnails are displayed in the main window. 1. Menu items 2. Switches to Library of the computer and connected camcorder. 3. Switches to Photo Edit mode.
  • Page 108 If you click a video thumbnail once, the video plays back inside the thumbnail frame, allowing you to search for a desired scene with ease. 4. After you select the video or photo you want, double-click to play back. • Playback starts and the controls appear.
  • Page 109 Step 5. Sharing the videos/photos online Share your contents with the world by uploading photos and videos directly to a web site with one click. 1. Select the videos or photos you want to share. 2. Click “Share” on the Intelli-studio browser.

  • Page 110: Using As A Removable Storage Device

    Windows computer USING AS A REMOVABLE STORAGE DEVICE You can copy video or photo fi les recorded by the camcorder to a Windows computer by connecting the camcorder to the computer using a USB cable. Viewing the contents of storage media 1. Set “USB Connect”...
  • Page 111 • Refer to page 51 for the photo resolution. Do not modify the name of a video fi le recorded by the camcorder. For proper playback, the camcorder requires that fi les have their original folder and fi le names.

  • Page 112: Warning Indicators And Messages

    Before contacting a Samsung authorized service center, perform the following simple checks. They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call. WARNING INDICATORS AND MESSAGES Problems may occur because of the following reasons. Check the information and take corrective action. Battery...
  • Page 113 Action Turn the camcorder's power off  and on for data recovery. If a file is not recovered, use the  camcorder to format the storage media after backing up important files to a PC or another storage media.
  • Page 114 This file can not be read. Action Delete unnecessary files from the  storage media. Back up files to your PC or another  storage media and delete unneeded files. Change to another card which has ...

  • Page 115: Editing Videos

    Combine two files first, and then  combine the resulting file with an additional file. Note that you can not combine files if the total size of the combined files exceeds 1.8GB. Perform a divide or partial  delete function first to delete...
  • Page 116 USB to a printer. A problem occurred when connecting the camcorder via USB to a PC. There is a problem with an ink cartridge. There is a problem with the paper. There is a problem with the file.

  • Page 117: Symptoms And Solutions

    If you use the AC power adaptor, make sure it is properly  connected to a wall outlet. 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”).
  • Page 118  There is not enough free space to record on the storage media.  Check if memory card is not inserted or write-protect tab is set to lock.  The estimated recording time may vary depending on content and ...
  • Page 119 Explanation/Solution Insert a memory card into your camcorder properly. page 28  If you use a memory card formatted on a computer, format it again  directly on your camcorder. page 74 Release the lock on the write-protect tab of the memory card ...
  • Page 120 Explanation/Solution Make sure that the connection cable is connected to the proper  jack. This phenomenon is caused by connecting to a TV with 4:3 aspect  ratio. The camcorder can not output Images from the HDMI jack if the ...
  • Page 121 Disconnect the cable from the computer and camcorder, restart  the computer, and then connect the cable again properly. To play back an HD video file, you need a computer with better  specifications. Use a computer with the recommended specifications. page 94 Exit the Intelli-studio application, and restart the Windows ...

  • Page 122: Overall Operations

    In the Smart Auto mode, your camcorder automatically chooses the appropriate camcorder settings  based on a detected type of scene. Most settings are automatically adjusted in Smart Auto mode. To set or adjust functions on your own, release the Smart Auto mode first.

  • Page 123: Maintenance

     However, a black or bright spot (red, blue, white) may appear in the center of the LCD screen and up to two spots may appear outside the center. These spots, which are normally incurred during the manufacturing process, do not affect the recorded images.

  • Page 124: Using Your Camcorder Abroad

    The AC adaptor provided lets you power, recharge, and use your camcorder in any country/ region that has AC power in the 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz range. You may need a commercially available AC plug adaptor depending on the design of local wall outlets.

  • Page 125: Specifications

    Storage temperature Storage media External dimensions (WxHxD) Weight Internal MIC  The technical specifications and design may be changed without notice. NTSC H.264 (MPEG-4.AVC) AAC (Advanced Audio Coding) 1/4”, 5.1M Pixel CMOS F1.8 ~ F2.5, 10x optical zoom, 100x digital zoom 2.75mm ~ 27.5mm...
  • Page 126 This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from State to State.
  • Page 127 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.

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