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Page 1: User Manual
User Manual High Definition Digital Camcorder www.samsung.com/register HMX-U15BN HMX-U15LN HMX-U15ON HMX-U15WN... -
Page 2: Before Reading This User Manual
If you replace the battery with the wrong battery, you can cause an explosion. Replace only with the same battery or an equivalent type. If you plug the AC adapter into a 240V AC outlet, be sure to use a suitable plug adapter. Warning! -
Page 3: Important Information On Use
Illustrations of model HMX-U15BN 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 Even if you record an event such as a show, performance or exhibition for personal enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you obtain permission beforehand.
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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...
- 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.
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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... - 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 fire, explosion, electric shock or personal injuries caused by abnormal operation. Only use the adaptor plug in 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.
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Page 13: Table Of Contents
Using the battery Checking the battery state Turning your camcorder on/off Setting the operating modes Using the shortcut menu (OK guide) Using the / / / /OK button Turning the power on and setting the date and time Selecting the OSD language... - Page 14 RECORDING BASIC PLAYBACK ADVANCED RECORDING ADVANCED PLAYBACK Inserting/ejecting a memory card (not supplied) Selecting a suitable memory card (not supplied) Recordable time and capacity Using the wrist strap Basic camcorder positioning Recording videos or photos Recording with auto scene detection...
- Page 15 Shutter Sound Auto Power Off PC Software TV display Default set Language What you can do with a windows computer Using the intelli-studio program Using as a removable storage device Connecting to a TV TV image displays Warning indicators and messages...
- Page 16 You can record videos in H.264 format! You can record videos in the H.264 format that are convenient to email and share with your friends and family. You can also take photos with your camcorder.
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Page 17: Recording Photos
Your camcorder is compatible with the H.264 recording format, which achieves efficient coding of high quality video using less memory capacity. • The default setting is "720/60p". You can also record with SD (standard definition) video quality. page 41 •... - Page 18 OK button. • You can set the Play Mode in thumbnail view only. • You can switch from the play mode to the record mode by pressing the Recording start/ stop ( ), Photo ( Viewing on a high definition TV You can enjoy HD (High Definition) videos on a connected HDTV.
- Page 19 3. You can double-click the file you would like to start playing. Sharing videos/photos on Youtube/Flickr/FaceBook Share your contents with the world, by uploading videos and photos directly to a web site with a single click. Click "Share" "Upload" on the browser.
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Page 20: What's Included With Your 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-U15BN HMX-U15LN HMX-U15ON HMX-U15WN •... -
Page 21: Location Of Controls
Jack cover ( HDMI jack DC IN jack OPEN lever Play ( ) button Built-in USB jack Built-in speaker LCD screen Recording start/stop ( Zoom (W/T) lever Photo ( MENU button / / / /OK button ) button ) button... - Page 22 CHG (Charging) indicator Share ( ) button / SMART Memory card / Battery cover Battery release switch Battery slot Be careful not to cover the internal microphone and lens during recording. Memory card slot Internal microphone button Lens Wrist strap hook...
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Page 23: Identifying The Screen Displays
The total number of recordable photos is counted based on available space on the storage media. • The largest number the photo counter can display is 9999. • You can check the selected mode indicator only when the on-screen information mode is set to full display. page 21 ) button. -
Page 24: Video Play Mode
PRECHECK! • This On Screen Display (OSD) is shown only when the camcorder is in video play ( • Select the play mode by pressing the Play ( Video play mode 00:00:00/00:00:55 Zoom Multi View PRECHECK! •... -
Page 25: Using The Battery
fi gure. 3. Close the battery slot cover. • Use only Samsung-approved batteries. If you use batteries from other manufacturers, there is a danger of overheating, fi re or explosion. • Samsung is not responsible for problems caused by unapproved batteries. -
Page 26: Charging The Battery
PC’s USB jack using a USB cable (not supplied). Please make sure that there are no foreign substances in the plug and socket when you connect the AC power supply to the camcorder. • When charging, if both the built-in USB jack and AC power adaptor are connected, the AC power adaptor will override the USB. -
Page 27: Checking The Battery State
Change the battery as soon as possible. After 3 seconds, the camcorder turns off with the battery indicator blinking. The figures above are based on a fully charged battery at normal temperature. Low ambient temperature may affect the use time. Charging... - Page 28 • If the battery is not used for a long time, fully charge the battery and use it up on your camcorder once per 6 months to maintain proper function. To store the battery, remove it from your camcorder and put it in a dry, cool place.
- Page 29 Assume that the recordable time with a fully charged battery is between 1/2 and 1/3 of the time in the table, so have enough batteries to allow for the time you are planning to record on the camcorder.
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Page 30: Camcorder 21
When you use your camcorder for the first time or reset it, the date and time set screen appears as the startup display. Set the date and time. If you do not set the date and time, the date and time set screen appears every time you turn on the camcorder. Play ( button ) button. -
Page 31: Using The Shortcut Menu (Ok Guide)
• Press the OK button to exit the shortcut menu. The above is an example of how to set the Display mode in the Recording mode. While many functions operate similarly, the setting process may vary, depending on the function. -
Page 32: Basic Operation Of The Camcorder
USING THE Button Record mode • Access the shortcut menu • Confirm selection • Exit the shortcut menu Display Each time you press the button, the following on-screen information display modes appear: simple display display... -
Page 33: Turning The Power On And Setting The Date And Time
THE DATE AND TIME Set the date and time of your local area when you turn on the camcorder for the fi rst time. If you do not set date and time, the date and time screen appears every time you turn on your camcorder. -
Page 34: Selecting The Osd Language
• “Language” options may be changed without 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 selected language. -
Page 35: Getting Ready To Start Recording
figure. 3. Close the memory card cover. • To avoid the data loss, turn off the camcorder by pressing the Power ( ) button before inserting or ejecting the memory card. • Be careful not to push the memory card too hard. The memory card may suddenly pop out. -
Page 36: Selecting A Suitable Memory Card (Not Supplied)
• Compatible memory card capacity: SD 1GB ~ 2GB, SDHC 4GB ~ 32GB • Use compatible memory card brands. Others are not guaranteed to work. A list of compatible brands is below: - SDHC/SD cards: Panasonic, SanDisk, TOSHIBA • For video recording, use a memory card that supports faster write speeds (above SDHC Class 6 card). - Page 37 • 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...
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Page 38: Recordable Time And Capacity
• The maximum size of a video file for the 1080/30p, 720/60p, and 720/30p resolution that can be recorded at one time is 3.67 GB and for slow motion is 500 MB (480/60p : 2.45 GB). • You can store up to 9999 videos and photos in one folder. -
Page 39: Using The Wrist Strap
USING THE WRIST STRAP Attach the strap and place your hand through the loop to prevent the camcorder from being dropped. BASIC CAMCORDER POSITIONING Hold your camcorder properly while recording to avoid covering the lens and the internal microphone with your fingers and pressing any buttons accidently. -
Page 40: Recording 30
RECORDING VIDEOS OR PHOTOS • This camcorder supports both High Definition (HD) and Standard Definition (SD) image resolutions. • It also supports various resolutions for photos. • Set your desired resolution before recording. PRECHECK! • Insert a memory card. - Page 41 • For approximate recording time, see page 28. • Sound is recorded by the internal stereo microphones located on both sides of the lens. Make sure that the microphones are not blocked. • Before recording an important video, make sure to test the recording function to see if there are any problems with the audio or video recording.
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Page 42: Recording With Auto Scene Detection
If the camcorder detects more than one scene at the same time, Smart Auto prioritizes as follows: Night Backlight a) If Night and Portrait are detected at the same time, then Night is selected and the corresponding icon appears. b) If Backlight and Portrait are detected at the same time, then Backlight is selected and the corresponding icon appears. -
Page 43: Capturing Photos During Video Recording (Dual Recording)
You cannot capture photos under the following conditions: - When you are making a time lapse recording. - During slow motion recording. - When you are recording a video while the camcorder and a TV are connected using the HDMI cable. •... -
Page 44: Zooming In And Out
The smallest zoom ratio is the subject’s original size in the zoom- out. • Note that the image quality decreases when you use the digital zoom. The image quality may deteriorate depending on how much you zoom in on the subject. •... -
Page 45: Basic Playback
• You can set the record mode and the play mode in turn with the Play ( • When you shift to the play mode, the most recently created file is highlighted in the thumbnail view. • The camcorder selects the thumbnail display options based on the standby mode you used the last time. -
Page 46: Playing Videos
• To return to thumbnail index view while playing, use the Zoom lever. Do not power off or eject the memory card during video playback. Doing so may damage the recorded data. • The following video files may not play back on the camcorder: - Video files with formats that are not supported by the camcorder... -
Page 47: Various Playback Operations
- Reverse/forward slow playback rate: x1/2 x1/4 x1/8 x1/16 x1/32 - To resume normal playback, press the OK button. The camcorder does not play sound during search, skip, frame by frame, or slow motion playback. Adjusting the volume 1. Press the OK button to display the shortcut menu. -
Page 48: Viewing Photos
• Your camcorder may not play back the following photo files normally: - A photo with a file format not supported by this camcorder (it does not conform to DCF standards). • Loading time may vary depending on the resolution of the photo you selected. -
Page 49: Zooming During Photo Playback
ZOOMING DURING PHOTO PLAYBACK You can magnify the played back photo image using the OK button on the camcorder. 1. Select the photo you want to magnify. 2. Adjust the magnification with the OK button. • The screen is framed and the image is magnified starting from the center of the image. -
Page 50: Advanced Recording
• You can change the menu settings to customize your camcorder. • Access the desired menu screen by following the steps below, then change the various settings. For example: Setting the Video Resolution in the record mode 1. Press the MENU button. -
Page 51: Video Resolution
"60p"/"30p" indicates the camcorder will record in progressive scan mode at 60/30 frames per second. • Recorded files are encoded using Variable Bit Rate (VBR). VBR is an encoding system that automatically adjusts the bit rate according to the recording image. •... -
Page 52: Slow Motion
Slow Motion You can record videos in slow motion. “Slow Motion” is great for analyzing the contents of your recordings such as a golf swing, viewing a bird in flight, etc. PRECHECK! Select the record mode by pressing the Play ( 1. -
Page 53: Photo Resolution
The number of recordable images varies depending on the recording environment. • High resolution images occupy more memory space than low resolution images. If you select a higher resolution, there is less space to store photos in the memory. •... -
Page 54: Time Lapse Rec
Using the Time Lapse feature, you can program your camcorder to create a time lapse video by recording a series of frames over a set period of time with a set time interval between each frame. The Time Lapse feature lets you create time lapse videos of blooming flowers and similar subjects. - Page 55 Time Lapse Recording should be. For example, if you set the interval to "30 Sec," total recording tme should be set to at least 15 minutes to record a minimum video length of 1 second (30 images).
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Page 56: Advanced Playback
Before selecting a menu item, set the appropriate operation mode first. Play Mode When you select Play, your camcorder lets you select whether to display HD videos, SD videos, or photos in the thumbnail index view. Select one of these play modes before playback. -
Page 57: Delete
• Deleted images cannot be recovered. • Do not eject a memory card or power off while deleting videos recorded on the storage media. Doing so may damage the storage media or data. • If the battery’s charge is low, the delete function may not operate. -
Page 58: Protect
All Off: Cancels the protection for all videos or photos. • If the write protection tab on the memory card is set to lock, you cannot apply image protection. • You can also operate this function in the full and single image display mode. -
Page 59: Divide
Divide You can divide a video into two, and easily delete a section you no longer need. As this function edits the original file, make sure to back up important recordings separately. PRECHECK! • Insert a memory card. page 25 •... -
Page 60: Share Mark
Share Mark You can set the share mark on a video and directly upload the marked file to the YouTube site. PRECHECK! • Insert a memory card. • Set the Playback mode to “HD Video” or “SD Video.”... -
Page 61: Slide Show
Set the Playback mode to “Photo.” Press the MENU button OK button. • The indicator ( ) is displayed and the slide show starts from the current image. • All photos are played back consecutively for 3 seconds each. •... -
Page 62: System Setting
The actual capacity may be less than the capacity displayed on the LCD screen as the camcorder’s system files occupy a part of the capacity. • If there is no storage media inserted, it cannot be selected and will be dimmed on the menu. Default values Series... -
Page 63: Format
You can not format a memory card with the protection tab set to lock. • If there is no storage media inserted, it can not be selected and will be dimmed on the menu. • You must format storage media you used in other devices or newly purchased memory cards with this camcorder before using them. -
Page 64: File No
files, or insert a new memory card. When you set "File No." to "Series," each file is assigned a different number to avoid duplicating file names. This is convenient when you want to manage your files on a PC. -
Page 65: Lcd Brightness
LCD screen. • If the “Auto LCD Off” function is enabled and the LCD screen dims, you can press any button on the camcorder to return the LCD screen’s brightness to normal. •... -
Page 66: Beep Sound
Beep Sound You can set the beep sound on or off. If you hear a beep sound when operating the menu settings, the setting is turned on. 1. Press the MENU button 2. Press the button 3. Select the desired submenu item with the OK button. -
Page 67: Auto Power Off
Auto Power Off To save battery power, you can set the "Auto Power Off" function to 5 Min. This setting turns off the camcorder if there is no operation for five minutes. 1. Press the MENU button 2. Press the button “Auto Power Off”... -
Page 68: Tv Display
On: The camcorder’s OSD appears on the screen of the connected TV. The “TV Display” function only lets you display or not display the camcorder’s screen indicators on the TV screen. Setting it to “Off” does not remove screen indicators from the camcorder’s LCD screen. -
Page 69: Language
• “Language” options may be changed without 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 selected language. -
Page 70: Using With A Windows Computer
- Editing recorded videos or photos. - Uploading the recorded videos and photos to Youtube, Flickr, FaceBook, etc. • You can also transfer or copy the files (videos and photos) saved on your storage media into your computer. (the mass storage function) System requirements The following requirements must be satisfied to use the built-in editing software (Intelli-studio):... -
Page 71: Using The Intelli-Studio Program
4. Disconnect the camcorder’s built-in USB plug from the PC. • 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 72 Windows computer Step 2. About the Intelli-studio main window When the Intelli-studio starts up, thumbnails of videos and photos are displayed in the main window. 1. Menu items 2. Switches to Library of the computer and connected camcorder.
- Page 73 You can view the file information by moving the mouse over the thumbnail. • If you click a video thumbnail once, the video plays back inside the thumbnail frame, allowing you to search for a desired video scene with ease.
- Page 74 Windows computer 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.
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Page 75: Direct Uploading Your Videos Onto Youtube
YouTube uploading functionality in this product is not an endorsement of or recommendation for the product by YouTube LLC. • If you do not have an account on a specified website, you must register first before proceeding with the authorization. •... - Page 76 Windows computer Installing Intelli-studio on a Windows computer • The Intelli-studio application will run faster if you install it on your Windows computer. Also, if you install it on your computer, it can be updated automatically. •...
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Page 77: Using As A Removable Storage Device
USING AS A REMOVABLE STORAGE DEVICE You can transfer or copy recorded data to a Windows computer by connecting the camcorder’s USB plug to the computer’s USB port. Viewing the contents of storage media 1. Set “PC Software: Off.” 2. Insert a memory card. - Page 78 When the 9,999th file is created in the 999th folder (i.e. HDV_9999.MP4 is created in the 999th VIDEO folder), no more folders can be created. Backup your files to a PC and format the storage media, then reset the file numbering from the menu.
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Page 79: Connecting To Other Devices
1. Turn on the camcorder, and then connect a mini HDMI cable (not supplied) from the camcorder to the HDMI In jack on your TV. 2. Turn on your TV and set the TV’s input selector to the Input your camcorder is connected •... -
Page 80: Tv Image Displays
We recommend that you use the AC power adaptor as the power source for the camcorder when you connect it to a TV. • When the camcorder is connected to a TV, you cannot control the volume of the TV from the camcorder. •... -
Page 81: 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 Power source Message Icon Low Battery Check the authenticity of this battery... - Page 82 Action • Back up important files on the storage media to your PC, and then format the storage media using the camcorder. • Back up important files on the storage media to your PC, and then format the storage media using the camcorder.
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Page 83: Symptoms And Solutions
• Is “Auto Power Off” set to “5 Min”? If no button is pressed for about 5 minutes, the camcorder automatically turns off. To disable this option, change the setting of "Auto Power Off" to "Off."... - Page 84 • The internal temperature of your camcorder is unusually high. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place. • Your camcorder is damp and moist inside (condensation). Turn off your camcorder and leave it for about 1 hour in a cool place.
- Page 85 Back up important files on your PC and format the storage media or delete unnecessary files. • If you use a memory card with a low write speed, the camcorder automatically stops recording videos and the corresponding message appears on the LCD screen.
- Page 86 The display mode of the recorded video does not match that of playback device. • A video recorded in 16:9 wide mode should be played back on a TV or PC that supports 16:9 screen mode. page 26 page 69...
- Page 87 Exit all other applications running on the computer. • The transfer speed between the camcorder and PC is too slow, causing the video to pause or distort. Please copy the file to your PC, and then play it back. page 60...
- Page 88 The backup built-in rechargeable battery may be discharged. page 16 Explanation/Solution • You cannot select grayed items in the current recording/playback mode. • If there is no storage media inserted, it cannot be selected and will be dimmed on the menu : "Storage Info", "Format", etc.
- Page 89 The dew condenses on the external or internal parts of the camcorder, and on the reflection lens. If there is dew on or in your camcorder, it may cause the camcorder to malfunction or damage the camcorder when you turn the power on.
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Page 90: Using Your Camcorder Abroad
The provided AC adaptor lets you power 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 91 General Operating humidity Storage temperature Dimensions (WxHxD) Weight Internal MIC Storage media These technical specifications and design may be changed without notice. NTSC H.264 (MPEG-4.AVC) AAC (Advanced Audio Coding) 1/2.3”, CMOS (Complementary Metal- Oxide Semiconductor) F2.6, Digital zoom: x2 6.5mm...
- Page 92 This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from State to State.
- Page 93 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...