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- Page 1 USER MANUAL HMX-H400BP/HMX-H405BP www.samsung.com/register For video recording, use a memory card that supports faster write speeds. - Recommended Memory Card: 6MB/s (Class 6) or above.
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Page 2: Before Reading This User Manual
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON USE About this user manual Thank you for purchasing this Samsung Camcorder. Please read this user manual carefully before you use the camcorder and keep it handy for future reference. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to Troubleshooting. - Page 3 • Recorded contents may be lost due to a mistake when handling this camcorder or memory card, etc. Samsung will not provide compensation for damages due to the loss of recorded contents. • Make a backup of important recorded data.
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Page 4: Safety Information
Safety information The safety precautions illustrated below are to prevent personal injury or material damages. Heed all instructions carefully. WARNING There is a potential risk of death or serious injury. Do not overload outlets or extension cords as this may result in abnormal heat or fire. - Page 5 If the camcorder emits an abnormal sound or smell or smokes, unplug the power-cord immediately and request service from a Samsung service centre. There is a risk of fire or personal injury.
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Page 6: Caution
CAUTION There is a potential risk of personal injury or damage to the product. Do not press the surface of the LCD with force, or hit it with a sharp object. If you press or strike the LCD surface, you can cause display unevenness or damage the display. - Page 7 Noise from these sources could distort the video or audio you are recording. Store important data separately from the camcorder on a PC, DVD disc, CD disc, etc. Samsung is not responsible for data loss.
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Page 8: Table Of Contents
Contents Before reading this user manual ... 2 Safety warnings ... 2 Precautions ... 2 Important information on use ... 2 Safety information ... 4 Warning ... 4 Caution ... 6 Contents ... 8 Quick start guide ... 11 You can record videos in H.264 format! ... 11 Getting to know the camcorder ... - Page 9 Basic playback ... 45 Changing the playback mode ... 45 Playing videos ... 46 Viewing photos ... 48 Using the menu items ... 50 Handling menus ... 50 Menu items... 51 Advanced recording ... 53 SCENE ... 53 Video Resolution ... 53 Video Quality ...
- Page 10 System setting ... 77 Setting Menu Items... 77 Storage Type (HMX-H405 only) ... 78 Storage Info (HMX-H405 only) ... 78 Card Info (HMX-H400 only) ... 78 File No..79 Time Zone ... 79 Date/time Set ... 80 Date Type ... 80 Time Type ...
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Page 11: Quick Start Guide
Quick start guide This quick start guide introduces the basic operation and features of your camcorder. See the reference pages for more information. 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. -
Page 12: Recording Videos
Recording videos Your camcorder uses advanced H.264 compression technology to give you the clearest video quality. Open the LCD screen. Press the Recording start/stop button. To stop recording, press the Recording start/stop button. 00:00:20 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). - Page 13 STEP3: Play back videos or photos Viewing videos or photos on the LCD screen You can find recordings quickly by using the thumbnail index view. Touch the Play ( ) tab on the screen in STBY mode. • The thumbnail index view appears. The thumbnail of the latest created or played file is highlighted.
- Page 14 Importing and viewing videos/photos from the camcorder to your PC Launch the Intelli-studio programne by connecting the camcorder to your PC with a USB cable. A new file saving screen appears with the Intelli-studio main window. Click “Yes”, and • the uploading procedure starts.
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Page 15: Getting To Know The Camcorder
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 centre. Internal Model name Memory HMX-H400BP HMX-H405BP 32GB •... -
Page 16: Location Of Controls
LOCATION OF CONTROLS Front & Left During a recording, be careful not to block the internal microphone and lens. Getting to know the camcorder Internal microphone Lens Lens open/close switch TFT LCD screen (Touch screen) Power button Display button MODE button Anti-shake (OIS) button SMART AUTO... - Page 17 Right Top & Bottom Mode indicator • : Record mode (Video/Photo) • : Play mode PHOTO / button (My Clip) Zoom (W/T) lever Internal speaker Charging (CHG) indicator Jack cover (DC IN) DC IN jack Recording start/stop button Grip belt Getting to know the camcorder Memory card slot Memory card cover...
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Page 18: Identifying The Screen Displays
IDENTIFYING THE SCREEN DISPLAYS The available functions vary depending on the operation mode you’ve selected. Different indicators appear depending on the setting values. • This On Screen Display (OSD) is shown in the record ( • Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button. page 29 Record mode STBY 00:00:00... - Page 19 • This On Screen Display (OSD) is shown in video play ( • Select the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the video play ( Video play mode 00:00:05/00:00:50 100 _ 0001 01/JAN/2012 00:00 • The play related tab, the volume control, and the return tab appear briefly on the screen.
- Page 20 • 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 01/JAN/2012 00:00 ) mode only. ) mode.
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Page 21: Getting Started
Getting started ATTACHING THE GRIP BELT Adjust the length of grip belt so that the camcorder is stable when you press the Recording start/stop button with your thumb. If you make the grip belt too tight and use excessive force to insert your hand, the grip belt hook of the camcorder may be damaged. ATTACHING THE FERRITE CORE To reduce electrical interference, attach the core filter to the AC power adaptor. -
Page 22: Using The Battery
• 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, fire, or explosion. -
Page 23: Charging The Battery
CHARGING THE BATTERY You can charge the battery using the AC power adaptor or the USB cable. • Insert the battery into the camcorder. • To charge, use the supplied AC power adaptor or the USB cable. To charge the battery Charge the battery using the AC power adaptor or the USB cable. -
Page 24: Checking The Battery State
CHECKING THE BATTERY STATE You can check the charging state and remaining battery capacity. To check the charging state The colour of the LED indicates the power or charging state. (Orange) (Green) (Off) Battery level display The battery level display shows the amount of battery power remaining in the battery. - Page 25 Available running time for the battery Battery type IA-BP210R Using the AC power adaptor : approx. 160 min. Charging time Using the USB cable : approx. 330 min. Video resolution Continuous recording Approx. 180 min. time Playback time Approx. 200 min. •...
- Page 26 About the battery • Battery Properties A lithium-ion battery is small-sized and has a high capacity. Low ambient temperature (below 50ºF (10ºC)) may shorten its usage time and affect its function. Before recording in low temperatures, put the battery into your pocket to warm it, then install it in the camcorder.
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Page 27: Basic Operation Of The Camcorder
Basic operation of the camcorder TURNING YOUR CAMCORDER ON/OFF LCD screen Power( Open the LCD screen to turn on the camcorder. • Your camcorder turns on automatically when you open the LCD screen. To turn off the camcorder, press the Power ( about one second. -
Page 28: Adjusting The Lcd Screen
ADJUSTING THE LCD SCREEN The wide LCD screen on your camcorder offers high quality image viewing. Open the LCD screen with your finger. The screen opens up to 90°. • With the LCD screen open 90°, rotate it forwards (towards the lens) or backwards. You can rotate it up to 180°... -
Page 29: Setting The Operation Modes
SETTING THE OPERATION MODES You can switch the operating mode in the following order each time you press the MODE button. Record mode ( • Each time the operation mode changes, the respective mode indicator lights turn on. • Touching the Play ( ) tab in the record mode switches the operation mode to the play mode. -
Page 30: Using The Touch Panel
USING THE TOUCH PANEL The touch panel lets you playback and record with a simple touch of your finger. Place your hand on the rear side of the LCD screen, then touch the items displayed on the screen. Basic operation of the camcorder Touch Slightly touch items with your finger to select them or to execute vv functions. -
Page 31: First Time Settings
First time settings SETTING THE TIME ZONE AND DATE/TIME FOR THE FIRST TIME Set the date and time of your local area when you turn on the camcorder for the first time. Open the LCD screen to turn on the camcorder. •... -
Page 32: Selecting The Languages
SELECTING THE LANGUAGES You can select the language that displayed on the LCD screen. The camcorder retains the language setting even when you turn it off. Touch the Menu ( Setting ( Touch the up ( )/down ( ) tab until “Language” appears. TV Display Format Default Set... -
Page 33: About The Storage Media
About the storage media SELECTING THE STORAGE MEDIA (HMX-H405 only) You can record videos and photos in the internal memory or a memory card. Select the desired storage media before starting recording or playback. • You can use SD or SDHC cards in your camcorder. However, some cards are not compatible depending on the memory card manufacturer and memory card type. -
Page 34: Inserting / Ejecting A Memory Card (Not Supplied)
INSERTING / EJECTING A MEMORY CARD (NOT SUPPLIED) To insert a memory card Turn the camcorder off. Open the memory card cover. Insert the memory card into the card slot until it softly clicks. Make sure that the camcorder is placed as shown above and •... -
Page 35: Selecting A Suitable Memory Card (Not Supplied)
SELECTING A SUITABLE MEMORY CARD (NOT SUPPLIED) Compatible memory cards • You can use SD (Secure Digital) and SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) cards with this camcorder. We recommend you use an SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) card. This camcorder supports SD cards up to 2GB. We cannot guarantee normal operation with SD cards bigger than 2GB. - Page 36 The higher the video resolution and quality, the more memory the camcorder uses. • Samsung is not responsible for data loss due to misuse, including loss caused by any PC virus. • We recommend using a memory card case to avoid data loss that can be caused by moving the card or by static electricity.
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Page 37: Recordable Time And Capacity
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. Recording time available for video in minutes Resolution Quality... -
Page 38: Basic Recording
Basic recording RECORDING VIDEOS This camcorder supports both High Definition (HD) and Standard Definition (SD) image resolutions. Set the resolution you want before recording. page 53 • Insert a memory card. page 34 • Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-H405 only) page 33 •... - Page 39 If power is interrupted or an error occurs during recording, the video may not be recorded/edited. • Samsung is not responsible for any damage caused by a failure of normal recording or playback operations because of a memory card error.
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Page 40: Tagging Great Moments While Recording (My Clip Function)
TAGGING GREAT MOMENTS WHILE RECORDING (MY CLIP FUNCTION) Using the My Clip function, you can tag good scenes while recording and enjoy the scenes tagged as My Clip ( ) from a long video. • Insert a memory card. page 34 •... -
Page 41: Recording Photos
RECORDING PHOTOS You can take photos and store them in the storage media. Set the desired resolution before recording. page 54 • Insert a memory card. page 34 • Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-H405 only) page 33 • Open the LCD screen to turn on the camcorder. Your camcorder turns on automatically when you open the LCD screen. -
Page 42: Recording With Ease For Beginners (Smart Auto)
RECORDING WITH EASE FOR BEGINNERS (SMART AUTO) 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 43: Zooming
ZOOMING This camcorder allows you to record using optical 30x power zoom and digital zoom by sliding the Zoom lever. To zoom in Slide the zoom lever towards T (telephoto). • The distant subject is gradually magnified. • The highest zoom magnification ratio is 30x in the normal zoom-in. To zoom out Slide the zoom lever towards W (wide angle). -
Page 44: Anti-Shake (Ois: Optical Image Stabiliser)
Anti-Shake (OIS: Optical Image Stabiliser) Use the Anti-shake (OIS: Optical Image Stabiliser) function to compensate for unstable images caused by shaking movements when holding the camcorder. Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button. Each press the Anti-shake (OIS) ( (OIS), Anti-shake (OIS DUO), Anti-shake (OIS DUO+) and Off. -
Page 45: Basic Playback
Basic playback CHANGING THE PLAYBACK MODE • You can set the record mode and the play mode in turn with the MODE button. You can also switch the operation mode directly into the playback thumbnail display by touching the Play ( screen. -
Page 46: Playing Videos
PLAYING VIDEOS You can preview recorded videos in the thumbnail index view, find the video you want quickly, and playback directly. • Insert a memory card. page 34 • Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-H405 only) page 33 • Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the play mode. - Page 47 Playback / Pause / Stop • Playback and pause alternate when you touch the Pause ( Play ( ) tab during playback. • Touch the Return ( ) tab to stop playback. Search playback During playback, each touch of the Reverse search ( Forward search ( ) tab increases...
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Page 48: Viewing Photos
VIEWING PHOTOS You can view recorded photos using various playback functions. • Insert a memory card. page 34 • Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-H405 only) page 33 • Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the play mode. page 45 Touch the Photo ( ) tab. -
Page 49: Zooming During Photo Playback
Viewing a slide show You can view a photo slide show with background music. Touch the Slide Show ( ) tab during photo playback. • The ( ) indicator appears. The slide show starts from the current selected photo. • To stop the slide show, touch the Return ( ) tab. -
Page 50: Using The Menu Items
Using the menu items HANDLING MENUS The instructions below are examples of how to access and use menu items using the Menu ) tab. When you access and use other menu items, use these examples as guides. • Insert a memory card. page 34 •... -
Page 51: 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 Video Quality Photo Resolution Photo Sharpness White Balance Aperture... -
Page 52: Playback Menu Items
Playback menu items Operation mode Items Play Option Highlight Delete Delete My Clip Protect Copy* Divide Edit Combine File Info Slide Show Start Slide Show Option • Menu options and default values may be changed without prior notice. • Some grey coloured menu options cannot be selected. •... -
Page 53: Advanced Recording
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. Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “... -
Page 54: Video Quality
Video Quality You can select the quality of the video to be recorded. Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Video Quality.” Touch the desired submenu item. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ) or Return ( ) tab. -
Page 55: Photo Sharpness
Photo Sharpness This function lets you create more sharper or softer image by processing the captured image when you take a photo. Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Photo Sharpness.” Touch the desired submenu item. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ) or Return ( ) tab. -
Page 56: Aperture
To set the white balance manually Touch the Menu ( ) tab “White Balance” “Custom WB.” • The “( ) Set White Balance” indicator appears. Fill the screen with a white subject, and then touch the ( ) tab. • The camcorder stores the white balance setting. -
Page 57: Shutter
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. You need to adjust the aperture value in the following cases: •... -
Page 58: 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. Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “EV.”... -
Page 59: Focus
Focus The camcorder usually focuses on a subject automatically (auto focus). When you turn the camcorder on, focus is always set to automatic. You can also set the focus manually. Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Focus."... -
Page 60: Digital Effect
Using the touch point function Using the Touch Point function, you can have the camcorder focus on a small section of the picture. You get the camcorder to focus on a particular point by touching the desired point on the LCD screen. To activate the touch point with a long touch You can activate touch point by lightly pressing a particular point on the LCD screen for about 2 seconds. -
Page 61: 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. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Fader.” Touch the desired submenu item. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ) or Return ( ) tab. -
Page 62: Tele Macro
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 tele angle. It is useful to get close up images of flowers or insects etc. Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button. -
Page 63: Wind Cut
Wind Cut Using the Wind Cut function, you can reduce wind noise when recording sound using the internal microphone. Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Wind Cut.” Touch the desired submenu item. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ) or Return ( ) tab. -
Page 64: Self Timer
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. Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Self Timer.”... - Page 65 Touch the ( ) tab to finish the setting. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( After setting the Art Time Lapse REC mode, press the Recording start/stop button. • The Art Time Lapse REC starts. •...
- Page 66 Example of Art Time Lapse recording Total time for recording Recording interval • During Art Time Lapse recording, the Super C.Nite function does not work. • Art Time Lapse recording is turned off once recording is finished. To start another Art Time Lapse mode, repeat steps 1 to 7. •...
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Page 67: Quick View
Quick View Using the Quick View function, you can view the most recently recorded video or photo images immediately after you have recorded them. Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Quick View.” Touch the desired submenu item. -
Page 68: Guideline
Advanced playback Guideline This camcorder provides 3 types of guidelines to help you to set a balanced image composition on the screen. Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Guideline.” Touch the desired guideline according to the subject. -
Page 69: Highlight
Highlight The Highlight function plays a portion of each recorded video at random. Select the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the Video play ) mode. page 45 Touch the Menu ( ) tab. “Highlight.” Touch the desired submenu item. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ) or Return ( ) tab. -
Page 70: Slide Show Option
Slide Show Option You can set the play options for the slide show with the slide show setting menus. Select the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the photo ( mode. page 45 Touch the Menu ( ) tab. -
Page 71: Editing Files
Editing files Delete You can erase your recordings one by one or all at once. • Insert a memory card. page 34 • Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-H405 only) page 33 • Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the play mode. -
Page 72: Delete My Clip
Delete My Clip You can delete the My Clip tags from a video tagged as ‘My Clip’. • Insert a memory card. page 34 • Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-H405 only) • Select the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the Video play ) mode. -
Page 73: Protect
Protect You can protect important recordings from accidental erasure. The protected videos and photos cannot be deleted unless you format the memory card or cancel the protection. • Insert a memory card. page 34 • Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-H405 only) •... -
Page 74: Copy (Hmx-H405 Only)
Copy (HMX-H405 only) Videos and photos stored in the internal memory can be copied to the external flash memory card. Copying to the memory card does not delete the originals in the internal memory. • Insert a memory card. page 34 •... -
Page 75: 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 the original before dividing it. • Insert a memory card. page 34 •... -
Page 76: Combine
Combine You can combine two different videos. As this function edits the original files, make sure to back up the original files before combining them. • Insert a memory card. page 34 • Set the appropriate storage media.(HMX-H405 only) page 33 •... -
Page 77: System Setting
System setting SETTING MENU ITEMS • Refer to page 50 for setting menus. • For item operation details, go to the page number listed in the table under Page. Items Storage Type* Storage Info* Card Info** File No. Time Zone Date/Time Set Date Type Time Type... -
Page 78: Storage Type (Hmx-H405 Only)
Storage Type (HMX-H405 only) You can record videos and photos on the internal memory or a memory card. Select the desired storage media before starting recording or playback. page 33 Storage Info (HMX-H405 only) This function shows you the storage information of the selected storage media, such as used and available memory space, etc. -
Page 79: File No
File No. File names (numbers) are assigned to recorded images according to the numbering option you select. Touch the Menu ( Setting ( ) tab “File No.” Touch the desired submenu item. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ) or Return ( ) tab. -
Page 80: 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 31 Date Type You can set the display format for the date. Touch the Menu ( Setting ( ) tab “Date Type.”... -
Page 81: Date/Time Display
Date/Time Display You can set whether or not the date and/or time are displayed on the LCD screen. Before you use the “Date/Time Display” function, you must set the date and time. page 31 Touch the Menu ( Setting ( ) tab Display.”... -
Page 82: Auto Lcd Off
Auto LCD Off To reduce power consumption, the camcorder automatically dims the brightness of the LCD screen if the camcorder is idle for a period of time. Touch the Menu ( Setting ( ) tab “Auto LCD Off.” Touch the desired submenu item. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ) or Return ( ) tab. -
Page 83: Beep Sound
Beep Sound The Beep Sound function lets you control whether a beep sounds when you touch certain buttons on the screen. Touch the Menu ( Setting ( ) tab “Beep Sound.” Touch the desired submenu item. To exit, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab until the menu... -
Page 84: 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. Touch the Menu ( Setting ( ) tab “Auto Power Off.” Touch the desired submenu item. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ) or Return ( ) tab. -
Page 85: Pc Software
Submenu items • Off: Closing the LCD screen turns off the camcorder. • 5 Min: Closing the LCD screen starts the Quick On STBY mode after a short period of time. The camcorder stays in Quick On STBY mode for 5 minutes and then turns off unless you open the LCD screen or push a button. -
Page 86: Usb Connect
USB Connect You can transfer data to a PC or print photos directly by establishing the correct USB connection. Touch the Menu ( Setting ( ) tab “USB Connect.” Touch the desired submenu item. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ) or Return ( ) tab. -
Page 87: Tv Connect Guide
TV Connect Guide You can view the TV Connect Guide before you connect the camcorder to your TV set. Touch the Menu ( ) tab Setting ( ) tab “TV Connect Guide.” Touch the desired submenu item. • The TV Connect Guide appears depending on the selected submenu items. -
Page 88: Format
Format Use this function if you want to delete all files completely or to correct problems on the storage media. Insert a memory card. page 34 Touch the Menu ( Setting ( ) tab “Format.” Touch the desired submenu item. (HMX-H405 only) •... -
Page 89: Demo
Auto Power Off function turns the camcorder off before Demo can run. Anynet+(HDMI-CEC) This camcorder supports Anynet+. Anynet+ is an AV network system that lets you control all connected Samsung AV devices with an Anynet+ supported Samsung TV remote control. Touch the Menu ( Demo ( ) tab CEC).”... -
Page 90: Connecting To A Tv
Connecting to a TV CONNECTING TO A HIGH DEFINITION TV WITH HDMI You can view High Definition (HD) quality videos recorded in HD resolution on an HDTV using an HDMI connection. This camcorder supports HDMI output to deliver high-definition video transfer. •... -
Page 91: Connecting To A Regular Tv
CONNECTING TO A REGULAR TV You can view images recorded with your camcorder on a regular TV that supports standard definition. This camcorder supports the composite output for standard definition video transfer. Use the AC power adaptor to power the camcorder when you connect it to a TV. -
Page 92: Viewing On A Tv Screen
VIEWING ON A TV SCREEN Image appearance depends on the TV screen aspect ratio Recording ratio Images recorded in a 16:9 ratio: • Video images • Photo images • Photo capture images • Adjust the volume to a moderate level. If the volume is too high, the video may include noise. •... -
Page 93: Dubbing Videos
Dubbing videos DUBBING TO A VCR OR DVD/HDD RECORDER Videos recorded in this camcorder can be dubbed to a VCR or DVD/HDD recorders. • Videos are dubbed to the other recording device via analogue data transfer (composite connection). Use the supplied Audio/Video cable. •... -
Page 94: Printing Photos
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. • Insert the memory card. page 34 • Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-H405 only) •... - Page 95 To set the date/time imprint for Pictbridge printers In the printer mode, touch the Menu ( ) tab. • The print options appear on the screen. Touch “Date/Time.” Touch the desired submenu item. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ) or Return ( ) tab.
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Page 96: Using With A Windows Computer
To run Intelli-studio, a laptop computer requires better and faster components than a desktop PC. • Intelli-studio is not Macintosh compatible. • We cannot guarantee the functionality of third party software. For best performance please use Samsung’s built in Intelli-Studio software. -
Page 97: Using The Intelli-Studio Program
4. Disconnect the USB cable from the camcorder and PC. PC Software • 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. - Page 98 Step 2. About the Intelli-studio main window When the Intelli-studio starts up, video and photo thumbnails are displayed in the main window. • If you install Intelli-studio on your PC, the programmewill launch more quickly. To install the program, select “Tool” studio on PC”.
- Page 99 Step 3. Playing back videos or photos You can play back the recordings conveniently using the Intelli- studio application. With Intelli-studio, click the desired folder to display your recordings. Video or photo thumbnails appear on the screen, depending • on the folder you selected. Choose the video or photo that you want to play.
- Page 100 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. Choose the videos or photos you want to share. Click “Share” on the Intelli-studio browser. The selected file appears in the sharing window.
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Page 101: Using As A Removable Storage Device
Insert a memory card. page 34 Connect the camcorder to the PC with the USB cable. page 97 The “Removable Disk” or “Samsung” window appears on the • PC’s screen after a moment. • Select “Open folders to view files using Windows Explorer”, and then click “OK.”... - Page 102 Structure of folders and files on the storage media • The folder and fi le structure for storage media are below. • File naming follows DCF (Design rule for Camera File System) rules. Video file (H.264) ➀ • HD-quality videos have an HDV_####.MP4 name format. •...
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Page 103: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Before contacting a Samsung authorised service centre, 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. -
Page 104: Auto
Message Icon Card Locked Card Error Not Formatted Not Supported Format Not Supported Card Low Speed Card. Please record at a lower resolution. Recording Message Icon Write Error Release the Smart Auto Informs that ... Action The write protection tab on an SD •... - Page 105 Recording Message Icon Informs that ... Recovering Data… Don’t power off The file was not created normally. and keep card inside. The number of video files is full. The number of video files that can Cannot record be stored is 9,999. video.
- Page 106 Playback Message Icon Read Error Corrupted file Editing videos Message Icon Cannot select different resolution. Not enough free space in Card. Select 2 files for combine. Total file size is over than 1.8GB. Informs that ... Action A problem has occurred while the •...
- Page 107 Message Icon Informs that ... Fail Printer A problem occurred when Connecting Change connecting the camcorder via 'USB Connect' USB to a printer. Fail USB Connecting A problem occurred when Change 'USB connecting the camcorder via Connect' USB to a PC. There is a problem with an ink Ink Error cartridge.
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Page 108: Symptoms And Solutions
SYMPTOMS AND SOLUTIONS If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung authorised service centre. Power Symptom The camcorder does not turn on. The power turns off automatically. Power cannot be turned off. The battery discharges quickly. - Page 109 Recording Symptom • Pressing the Recording start/stop button • does not start recording. • The actual recording time is less than the • estimated recording time. • • • The recording stops automatically. • When recording a subject illuminated by •...
- Page 110 Storage Media Symptom Explanation/Solution Memory card functions • Insert a memory card into your camcorder properly. do not operate. • If you use a memory card formatted on a computer, format it again directly on your camcorder. Image cannot be •...
- Page 111 Playback on your camcorder Symptom Playback (play/pause) function does not work. Photo images stored on a storage media are not displayed in the actual size. Playback is interrupted unexpectedly. Playback on other devices (TV, etc.) Symptom You cannot view the image on or hear the sound from the connected device.
- Page 112 USB cable again correctly. • We cannot guarantee the functionality of third party software. For best performance please use Samsung’s built in Intelli-Studio software. • You need a video codec to play the file recorded on your camcorder. Install the software provided with your camcorder.
- Page 113 Overall operations Symptom Explanation/Solution The date and time are • Has the camcorder been left unused for a long period of time? incorrect. The backup internal rechargeable battery may be discharged. Menu items that cannot be used at the same time Symptom Feature is not enabled “...
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Page 114: Maintenance & Additional Information
1~2 hours before using it. • Use the camcorder only after dew condensation has completely disappeared. • Be sure to use the recommended accessories supplied with the camcorder. For service, contact your nearest Samsung authorised service centre. -
Page 115: Using Your Camcorder Abroad
Audio/Video jacks. Otherwise, you may need to use a separate video format transcoder (For example, an PAL to NTSC format converter). The format transcoder is not provided by Samsung. Maintenance & additional information PAL-compatible countries/regions Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, China, CIS, Czech... -
Page 116: Glossary
GLOSSARY AF (Auto Focus) A system that automatically focuses the camcorder lens on the subject. Your camcorder uses the contrast to focus automatically. Aperture The aperture controls the amount of light that reaches the camcorder’s sensor. Camcorder shake (Blur) If the camcorder is moved while the shutter is open, the entire image may appear blurred. -
Page 117: Specifications
Specifications Model name HMX-H400BP/HMX-H405BP Video signal Picture compression format Audio compression format Image device System Effective pixels Total pixels Lens Focal length Size/dot number LCD screen LCD screen method Composite output HDMI output Connectors Audio output USB output Power source Power source type Power consumption (Recording) Operating temperature... - Page 118 SAMSUNG world wide If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the samsung customer care centre. Region Country Contact Centre CANADA 1-800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) North MEXICO 01-800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) America U.S.A 1-800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) ARGENTINE 0800-333-3733 BRAZIL 0800-124-421, 4004-0000 800-SAMSUNG(726-7864)
- Page 119 Region Country Contact Centre SERBIA 0700 Samsung (0700 726 7864) SLOVAKIA 0800 - SAMSUNG(0800-726 786) SPAIN 902 - 1 - SAMSUNG (902 172 678) SWEDEN 0771 726 7864 (SAMSUNG) Switzerland 0848 - SAMSUNG(7267864, CHF 0.08/min) Europe 0330 SAMSUNG (7267864) EIRE...
- Page 120 Correct disposal of batteries in this product (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate battery return systems) This marking on the battery, manual or packaging indicates that the batteries in this product should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life.
- Page 121 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 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.