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Samsung VP-MX25E User Manual

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    Memory Camcorder user manual imagine Thank you for purchasing a Samsung product. To receive a more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.com/global/register the possibilities VP-MX25E...
  • Page 2 flash memory. High-resolution image through Mobile DNIe Samsung memory camcorder has features of 3DNR (3-dimensional noise reduction), high-sensitivity colour expression (intelligent colour expression), High performance Anti-Shake (Hyper DIS), and automatic face detection (Face Detection) etc. Capture Visions farther than the eye can see (34x Optical/1200x Digital Zoom) Samsung's powerful optical zoom lenses bring the world closer without losing image quality.
  • Page 3 Flexible 4:3 & 16:9 recording and viewing By offering a choice of recording in two different aspect ratios - 4:3 and 16:9, SAMSUNG ensures the entire image is captured for playback on everything from older TVs to your newest, wide-format TV screen.

  • Page 4: Safety Warnings

    safety warnings What the icons and signs in this user manual mean : Means that death or serious personal injury is a risk. WARNING Means that there is a potential risk for personal injury or material damage. CAUTION To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when using your camcorder, follow these basic safety precautions: CAUTION Means hints or referential pages that may be helpful when operating the camcorder.
  • Page 5 Also, Samsung cannot be responsible for your recorded video and audio. Recorded contents may be lost due to an error when handling this memory camcorder or memory card, etc. Samsung shall not be held responsible for the loss of recorded contents, and cannot compensate for any damages.

  • Page 6: Precautions On Use

    precautions on use IMPORTANT NOTE • Handle the liquid crystal display (LCD) with care: The LCD is a very delicate display device: Do not press its surface with excessive force, hit it or prick it with a sharp object. If you push the LCD surface, unevenness in display may occur. If unevenness does not disappear, turn the camcorder off, wait for a few moments, and then turn it on again.
  • Page 7 Be careful of unusual ambient temperature: • - Using the memory camcorder in a place where the temperature is over 140°F (40°C) or lower than 32°F (0°C) may result in abnormal recording/playback. - Do not leave the memory camcorder on a beach or in a closed vehicle where the temperature is very high for a long time: This could cause malfunctions.

  • Page 8: Notes Regarding A Trademark

    NOTES REGARDING A TRADEMARK All the trade names and registered trademarks mentioned in this manual or other documentation provided with your • Samsung product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Windows ® is registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation, registered in the United States and other countries.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    contents INTRODUCTION TO BASIC FEATURES GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MEMORY CAMCORDER PREPARATION ABOUT THE STORAGE MEDIA What's included with your memory camcorder Front & left view Rear & bottom view Using the accessories Connecting a power source Basic operation of your memory camcorder LCD screen indicators Turning the screen indicators on/off ( Using the LCD enhancer...
  • Page 10 RECORDING PLAYBACK RECORDING OPTIONS Recording movie images Recording with ease for beginners (EASY Q mode) Taking photo images Zooming In and out Changing the playback mode Playing movie images Viewing photo images Changing the menu settings Menu items Using the recording menu items iSCENE White Balance Exposure...
  • Page 11 contents PLAYBACK OPTIONS SETTINGS OPTIONS Menu items Setting the play option Deleting images Protecting images Copying images File Information Slide Show Changing the menu settings in "Settings" Menu items Using the settings menu items Storage Storage Info Format File No. Time Zone Date/Time Set Date Format...
  • Page 12 CONNECTING TO A PC CONNECTING TO OTHER DEVICES MAINTENANCE & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION TROUBLESHOOTING SPECIFICATIONS POWER SOURCES (UNITED KINGDOM ONLY ) Transfering a Recorded File through a USB Conection CyberLink MediaShow4 Installing the CyberLink MediaShow4 Connecting the USB cable Viewing the contents of storage media Transferring files from the memory camcorder to your PC Uploading movie images in the memory camcorder to YouTube...

  • Page 13: Introduction To Basic Features

    introduction to basic features This chapter introduces you to the basic features of your memory camcorder. See the reference pages for more information. Step1: Preparation • Connecting a power source Check out the storage media • • Setting the Date/Time and OSD Language Step2: Recording Recording movie or photo images •...
  • Page 14 This chapter introduces you to the basic features of your memory camcorder. See the reference pages for more information. Step4: Connecting to a PC You can playback and edit recorded movies (or photos) by using the • CyberLink MediaShow4 application provided with the product. Also, using the CyberLink MediaShow4 allows easy upload of recorded movies to YouTube ( Tube...

  • Page 15: Getting To Know Your Memory Camcorder

    The contents may vary depending on the sales region. • • Parts and accessories are available at your local Samsung dealer. To buy this one, contact your nearest Samsung dealer. • A memory card is not included. See page 40 for memory cards compatible with your camcorder.

  • Page 16: Front & Left View

    FRONT & LEFT VIEW CLOSE OPEN Lens open/close switch Internal microphone Lens MENU button OK button Control button ( Recording start/stop button Be careful not to cover the internal microphone and lens during recording. CAUTION LCD screen Built-in speaker EASY Q button LCD ENHANCER ( PHOTO button Zoom lever (W/T)

  • Page 17: Rear & Bottom View

    getting to know your memory camcorder REAR & BOTTOM VIEW MODE indicator ( Movie ( ) / Photo ( ) / Play ( MODE button AV cable jack (AV) USB jack ( DC IN jack (DC IN) Jack cover Charging indicator (CHG) POWER switch Recording start/stop button Grip belt...

  • Page 18: Using The Accessories

    preparation This section provides information that you should know before using this memory camcorder such as how to use the provided accessories, how to charge the battery, how to setup the operation mode and initialize setup. USING THE ACCESSORIES Attaching a Grip Belt Insert your right hand from the bottom of memory camcorder up to the base of your thumb.

  • Page 19: Using The Cradle

    Using the Cradle When recharging and connecting to external devices, use the cradle for better stability. 1. Put the memory camcorder onto the cradle, while making sure all terminals are well connected. 2. Connect the power supply or other external devices (such as TV, PC, etc.) to the cradle at your necessity.

  • Page 20: Connecting A Power Source

    1. Slide and open the battery slot cover as shown in the diagram. 2. Insert the battery pack into the battery slot until it softly clicks. Make sure that the SAMSUNG logo is facing up while the set is placed as •...

  • Page 21: Charging The Battery Pack

    Charging the Battery Pack • Be sure to charge the battery pack before you start using your memory camcorder. Use IA-BP85ST battery pack only. • The battery pack may be charged a little at the time of purchase. • 1. Slide the POWER switch downward to turn off the power.

  • Page 22: Charging Indicator

    preparation Charging indicator Tips for battery identification The colour of the LED indicates charging status. If the battery has been fully charged, the charge indicator is • green. • If you are charging the battery, the colour of the charge indicator is orange.

  • Page 23: Battery Level Display

    Battery Level Display The Battery Level Display shows the amount of battery power remaining in the battery pack. Battery Level Indicator Exhausted (flickers): The device will soon turn off. Change the Battery Pack as soon as possible. (flickers): The device will be forced to turn off after •...
  • Page 24 Mode Playback time - The time is only for reference. Figures show above are measured under Samsung's test environment, and may differ from users and conditions. - We recommend using AC power adaptor when you are using the Interval REC Function.

  • Page 25: About Battery Packs

    About battery packs The benefits of battery pack: Battery pack is small but has a large power capacity. It should be recharged in any • environment that is between 32°F (0°C) and 104°F (40°C). However, when it is exposed to cold temperatures (below 32°F (0°C)), its usage time becomes reduced and it may cease to function.

  • Page 26: Maintaining The Battery Pack

    Maintaining the battery pack We recommend only using the original battery pack that is available from your Samsung retailer. When the battery • reaches the end of its life, please contact your local dealer. The batteries have to be dealt with as chemical waste.

  • Page 27: Using A Household Power Source

    Using a household power source Make the same connections as you do when charging the battery pack. The battery pack will not lose its charge in this case. Using memory camcorder with AC power adaptor It is recommended that you use the AC power adaptor to power the memory camcorder from a household AC outlet when you perform settings on it, play back, or use it indoors.

  • Page 28: Basic Operation Of Your Memory Camcorder

    preparation BASIC OPERATION OF YOUR MEMORY CAMCORDER This section explains the basic techniques of recording movie or photo images and also basic settings on your memory camcorder. Set the appropriate operation mode according to your preference using POWER switch and MODE button. Turning memory camcorder on or off You can turn the power on or off by sliding the POWER switch down.

  • Page 29: Lcd Screen Indicators

    LCD SCREEN INDICATORS The above screen is an example for explanation: • It is different from the actual display. The OSD indicators are based on memory capacity • of 2GB (SDHC memory card). Functions marked with * won’t be kept when the •...
  • Page 30 preparation LCD SCREEN INDICATORS Exit Exit Move Move MENU Movie Record mode: Shortcut menu (OK Guide) Voice Mute* (On/Off) Focus* (Auto Focus/Face Detection/Manual Focus) Shortcut menu (OK Guide) / Return Shutter* (Auto Shutter / Manual Shutter) Exposure* (Auto Exposure / Manual Exposure) Movie Record mode: Shortcut menu (Manual) Manual Control Bar/ Value Menu name...
  • Page 31 Photo Record mode Image counter (total number of recordable photo images) Storage media (Built-in memory or memory card) Battery info. (Remaining battery level/time) LCD Enhancer * Back Light Zoom (Optical zoom) Date/Time Time Zone Manual Exposure * Manual Focus * White Balance Photo record mode The counter value is calculated from the...
  • Page 32 preparation LCD SCREEN INDICATORS Photo Record mode: Shortcut menu (OK Guide) Exposure* (Auto Exposure / Manual Exposure) Shortcut menu (OK Guide) / Return Focus* (Auto Focus/Face Detection/Manual Focus) Photo Record mode: Shortcut menu (Manual) Manual Control Bar/ Value Menu name Shortcut menu (OK Guide) / Return Value adjust (down) Manual Exposure...
  • Page 33 STBY Movie Play mode : Thumbnail View Folder-File Number Movie Play Tab Protect Copy Selected Storage media (Built-in memory or memory card) Battery info. (Remaining battery level/time) Now/ Total file number Scroll bar Fader Error File Button Guide Web & Mobile Delete Selected Movie Play mode : Single View Movie Play mode...
  • Page 34 preparation LCD SCREEN INDICATORS STBY Movie Play mode : Shortcut menu (OK Guide) Move to next file / FF (fast forward) Volume Down Play Status ( Play ( ) / Pause ( Move to previous file / REW (rewind) Volume Up Movie Play mode : Single (Volume) Date/Time Volume Bar...
  • Page 35 Photo Play mode : Thumbnail View Folder-File Number Protect Photo Play Tab Storage media (Built-in memory or memory card) Battery info. (Remaining battery level/time) Now/ Total file number Scroll bar Copy Selected Error File Button Guide Delete Selected Photo Play mode : Single View Photo Play mode Slide Show Image counter...

  • Page 36: Turning The Screen Indicators On/Off

    preparation TURNING THE SCREEN INDICATORS ON/OFF ( Switching the information display mode You can switch the display mode of on-screen information: • Press the button while the camcorder is on. The full and minimum display modes will alternate. Full display mode: All types of information will appear. •...

  • Page 37: Using The Lcd Enhancer Function

    USING THE LCD ENHANCER FUNCTION Contrast is enhanced for a clear and bright image. • This effect is also implemented outdoors in bright daylight. You can also adjust the screen brightness in two-level increments, which provides • a brighter screen than using just one-level increment for your recording. 1.

  • Page 38: Using The Control Buttons

    preparation ADJUSTING THE LCD SCREEN 1. Open up the LCD screen 90 degrees with your finger. 2. Rotate it to the best angle to record or play. If you rotate the LCD screen 180 degrees to the lens side, you can •...

  • Page 39: Using The Control Button

    Using the Control button Movie Record( Button Photo Record( - Access the shortcut menu - Confirm selection - Exit the shortcut menu Zoom (wide) Zoom (tele) DOWN LEFT RIGHT Play ( )mode / )mode Movie Play ( ) mode - Shortcut menu (OK guide) is displayed - Playback / Pause...

  • Page 40: Shortcut Menu (Ok Guide

    preparation SHORTCUT MENU (OK GUIDE) Shortcut menu (OK guide) represents the most frequently accessed functions according to the selected mode. For example: Setting the Exposure in Movie Record mode by the Shortcut menu (OK guide). 1. Press the OK button. Shortcut menu (OK guide) is displayed.

  • Page 41: Shortcut Function Using The Control Buttons

    Shortcut function using the Control buttons Movie Record Button ) mode - Access the shortcut menu - Confirm selection - Exit the shortcut menu Exposure - Auto - Manual Focus - Auto - Face Detection - Manual DOWN Shutter - Auto - Manual LEFT Voice Mute...

  • Page 42: Initial Setting : Time Zone, Date And Time & Osd Language

    preparation INITIAL SETTING : TIME ZONE, DATE AND TIME & OSD LANGUAGE Initial setting is available in all operating modes. • • To read the menus or messages in your desired language, set the OSD language. To store the date and time during recording, set the time zone and date/time. •...
  • Page 43 • On charging the built-in rechargeable battery The built-in rechargeable battery is automatically charged while the camcorder is turned on. Use your camcorder after charging the built-in rechargeable battery. If the built-in rechargeable battery is not charged, any input data will not be backed up and the date/time appears on the screen as "01/01/ 2008 00:00"...
  • Page 44 preparation INITIAL SETTING : TIME ZONE, DATE AND TIME & OSD LANGUAGE Selecting the OSD language You can select the desired language to display the menu screen and the messages. 1. Set the "Settings" mode. The settings menu screen appears. •...

  • Page 45: About The Storage Media

    about the storage media SELECTING THE STORAGE MEDIA You can record on the built-in memory or a memory card, so you should select the desired storage media before • starting recording or playback. You can use SDHC and MMCplus cards on your memory camcorder. (Some cards are not compatible depending •...

  • Page 46: Inserting / Ejecting The Memory Card

    Never format the built-in memory or memory card using a PC. • • If you insert a memory card when the memory camcorder is on, the pop-up message will prompt you automatically to select the storage type. If there is no memory card inserted, only the built-in memory will be available. •...

  • Page 47: Selecting A Suitable Memory Card

    about the storage media SELECTING A SUITABLE MEMORY CARD A memory card is a compact portable storage media with a data capacity that exceeds the capacity of a floppy disk. You can use a SDHC memory card and MMC plus. •...

  • Page 48: Handling A Memory Card

    MMCplus (Multi Media Card plus) In the case of MMCplus, they have no protection tab so please use the protect function in the menu. • Common cautions for memory card Damaged data may not be recovered. It is recommended you make a back-up of important data separately on •...
  • Page 49 • memory card. Actual formatted capacity may be less as the internal firmware uses a portion of the memory. Samsung is not responsible for data loss due to misuse. • • We recommend using a memory card case to avoid losing data from moving and static electricity.

  • Page 50: Recordable Time And Capacity

    RECORDABLE TIME AND CAPACITY The following shows the memory camcorder’s maximum recording time and number of images according to the • resolution / memory capacity. • For recording movie and photo images, be noticed with the approximate maximum limits. Recordable time for movie images Media Capacity TV Super Fine (...
  • Page 51 • The previous figures are measured under Samsung’s standard recording test conditions and may differ depending on the test or use condition. The memory camcorder provides four resolution options for movie recordings: • - "TV Super Fine", "TV Fine", "TV Normal", "Web&Mobile".

  • Page 52: Recording Movie Images

    recording Basic procedures to record a movie or photo image are described below and on the following pages. RECORDING MOVIE IMAGES You can record movie images in Movie Record mode only. • Memory camcorder provides two Recording start/stop buttons. One is on the rear side of the camcorder and •...

  • Page 53: Recording With Ease For Beginners (Easy Q Mode)

    • You can not use a locked memory card for recording. You will see a message saying recording is disabled due to the lock. You can select the resolution of movie images to be recorded. • • Note that power failure during a recording such as disconnected DC power jack or exhausted battery may damage the file.

  • Page 54: Taking Photo Images

    recording TAKING PHOTO IMAGES You can take photo images in Photo Record mode only. • You can take photo images with the PHOTO button. • 1. Turn the memory camcorder on. Connect a power source to the memory camcorder. • (A battery pack or an AC power adaptor) Slide the POWER switch downward to turn on the power.

  • Page 55: Zooming In And Out

    ZOOMING IN AND OUT Use the zoom function for close-up or wide-angle recording. This memory camcorder allows you to record using optical 34x power zoom and 1200x digital zoom. You can zoom with the zoom lever or the Control (W/T) button on the LCD panel. •...

  • Page 56: Changing The Playback Mode

    playback You can view recorded movie and photo images in thumbnail index view and play them in various ways. CHANGING THE PLAYBACK MODE You can set the movie recording, the photo recording and the play mode in turn with the MODE button. •...

  • Page 57: Playing Movie Images

    PLAYING MOVIE IMAGES This function works only in Movie Play mode. • • You can find a desired movie image quickly using thumbnail index view. 1. Turn the memory camcorder on. Slide the POWER switch downward to turn on the power. •...

  • Page 58: Adjusting The Volume

    playback If there is no file stored to view, the message "Empty" appears. • • Closing the LCD screen while in playback will automatically mute the sound. Movie files may not playback with memory camcorder in following cases: • - Edited or renamed movie file on a PC - Movie file recorded by devices other than memory camcorder - Movie files of not supported file format by the memory camcorder •...

  • Page 59: Various Playback Operations

    Various Playback Operations Still playback (pause) ( Press the OK button during playback. • - To resume normal playback, press the OK button again. Search playback ( During normal playback, press and hold the Control button ( • forward search, or to the left for reverse search. Pressing the Control button to ( •...

  • Page 60: Viewing Photo Images

    playback VIEWING PHOTO IMAGES • This function works only in Photo Play mode. You can find and view desired photo images quickly from the thumbnail index view. • 1. Turn the memory camcorder on. Slide the POWER switch downward to turn on the power. •...

  • Page 61: Recording Options

    recording options CHANGING THE MENU SETTINGS You can change the menu settings to customize your memory camcorder. Access the desired menu screen by following the steps below, then change the various settings. 1. Slide POWER switch downward to turn the memory camcorder on. 2.
  • Page 62 Follow the instructions below to use each of the menu items listed after this page. For example: setting the White Balance in Movie Record mode. 1. Slide the POWER switch downward to turn the memory camcorder on. 2. Select the operation mode. •...

  • Page 63: Recording Menu Items

    recording options MENU ITEMS Accessing items in the menu depends on the operation mode. • For operation details, see the corresponding page. • Recording menu items Items Movie Record ( SCENE White Balance Exposure Shutter Focus Anti-Shake (HDIS) Digital Effect 16:9 Wide Resolution Wind Cut...

  • Page 64: Using The Recording Menu Items

    USING THE RECORDING MENU ITEMS You can setup the menu items for movie (or photo) images recording. SCENE This memory camcorder automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture according to the subject brightness for optimum recording: You can also specify one of various modes depending on subject conditions, recording environment or purpose of filming. item "Auto"...

  • Page 65: White Balance

    recording options White Balance This memory camcorder automatically adjusts the colour of subject. Change the white balance setting depending on the recording conditions. item "Auto" Adjusts the White Balance automatically. Adjusts for conditions outside under a clear sky, at sundown, night scenes, "Daylight"...
  • Page 66 A subject can be recorded under various types of lighting conditions indoors (natural, fluorescent, candlelight, etc.). • Because the colour temperature is different depending on the light source, the subject tint will differ depending on the white balance settings. Use this function for a more natural result. •...
  • Page 67 recording options Shutter The memory camcorder automatically sets the shutter speed depending on the subject brightness. You can also manually adjust the shutter speed according to the scene conditions. item "Auto" The memory camcorder automatically sets the appropriate aperture value. "Manual"...
  • Page 68 Focus • The memory camcorder usually focuses on a subject automatically (auto-focus). You can also manually focus a subject depending on the recording conditions. • item In most situations, it is better to use the automatic focus feature, as it enables you "Auto"...
  • Page 69 recording options Focusing manually during recording: This memory camcorder automatically focuses a subject from close-up to infinity. However, the correct focus may not be obtained depending on the recording condition. In this case, use the manual focus mode. 1. Press the Control button ( The manual focus adjustment indicator appears.

  • Page 70: Anti-Shake (Hdis)

    Anti-Shake (HDIS) When you use zoom to record a magnified subject image, it will correct fuzziness in the recorded image. item "Off" Disables the function. Compensates for unstable images caused by camcorder-shake, particularly at high "On" magnification. Anti-Shake(HDIS) provides a more stable image when: Recording while zooming •...

  • Page 71: Digital Effect

    recording options Digital Effect The digital effect enables you to give a creative look to your recording. • Select the appropriate digital effect for the type of picture that you wish to record and the effect you wish to create. •...
  • Page 72 16:9 Wide You can select the desired LCD display aspect ratio for recording or playback (16:9 Wide/4:3 aspect ratio). item Disables the function. Displays the image in 4:3 aspect ratio. "Off" Select to use the standard display aspect ratio of 4:3 on the screen. "On"...

  • Page 73: Voice Mute

    recording options Wind Cut You can reduce wind noise when recording sound from the built-in microphone. If "Wind Cut : On" is set, the low-frequency components in the sound picked up by the microphone will be cut off during recording: This makes it easier to hear voice and sound during playback. Use the Wind Cut when recording in windy places such as a beach.
  • Page 74 Back Light When subject is lit from behind, this function will compensate for lighting so that the subject is not too dark. item "Off" Disables the function. - Backlight compensation is executed. "On" - Backlight compensation brightens the subject quickly. Back lighting influences recording when the subject is darker than the background: The subject is in front of a window.
  • Page 75 recording options Interval REC (recording images at intervals) Images are automatically shot a frame at a time at the specified interval and stored in storage media. item "Off" Disables the function - Recording Interval ("Sec"): Image of the subject is captured by set interval. Images are "On"...
  • Page 76 Recording Example of Interval Total time for recording Recording interval Timeline Time for recording on the storage media (a movie clip of interval recording) 1.JAN.2008 12:00 1/25 1.JAN.2008 12:00 Interval recording mode is released once recording has been finished. To start another interval recording, repeat •...
  • Page 77 recording options C.Nite You can take a shot of an object in slow motion by controlling the shutter speed, or a brighter image in dark places without compromising colours. item "Off" Disables the function. " " The memory camcorder automatically adjusts image brightness. "...

  • Page 78: Digital Zoom

    Guideline • Guideline displays a certain pattern on the LCD screen so that you can easily set the image composition when recording images. The memory camcorder provides 3 types of guidelines. • item "Off" Disables the function. "Cross" Records the subject placed in the centre as the most general recording composition. "Grid"...

  • Page 79: Playback Options

    playback options MENU ITEMS Accessible items in the menu vary depending on the operation mode. • See pages 50-54 for playback information and button operation. • See pages 73-80 for details on menu items during playback. • Playback menu items ( on-screen Items display...

  • Page 80: Setting The Play Option

    SETTING THE PLAY OPTION You can play all movie images continuously or play the selected movie images only. • You can also set the repeat option for all movie images. • 1. Slide the POWER switch downward to turn on the memory camcorder. Set the appropriate storage media.

  • Page 81: Deleting Images

    playback options DELETING IMAGES You can delete saved movie (or photo) images. • 1. Slide the POWER switch downward to turn on the memory camcorder. Set the appropriate storage media. • (If images were recorded on a memory card, insert the memory card.) 2.

  • Page 82: Protecting Images

    PROTECTING IMAGES You can protect saved important movie (or photo) images from accidental deletion. • Protected images will not be deleted unless you release the protection or format the memory. • 1. Slide the POWER switch downward to turn on the memory camcorder. Set the appropriate storage media.

  • Page 83: Copying Images

    playback options COPYING IMAGES • Images are copied to the destination storage with leaving original images in the source storage. It copies from the currently-used memory to another. For example, if the built-in memory was used, it copies to a •...

  • Page 84: File Information

    If free space available on the storage is insufficient, copying may not be possible. • Delete unnecessary images. Copied movie (or photo) images have no protection even if the original is set to be protected. • Copying may take a while depending on the number of files and file size. •...

  • Page 85: Slide Show

    playback options SLIDE SHOW You can playback all the photo images stored in the storage media automatically. 1. Turn the memory camcorder on. Slide the POWER switch downward to turn on the power. • Set the appropriate storage media. • (If images were recorded on a memory card, insert the memory card.) 2.

  • Page 86: Settings Options

    settings options CHANGING THE MENU SETTINGS IN "SETTINGS" You can change the menu settings to customize your memory camcorder. Access the desired menu screen by following the steps below and change the various settings. 1. Slide POWER switch downward to turn the memory camcorder on. 2.

  • Page 87: Settings Menu Items

    MENU ITEMS You can setup the date/time, OSD language and display settings of the memory camcorder. • Settings menu items ( Movie Record Items ) mode Storage Storage Info Format File No. Time Zone Date/Time Set Date Format Time Format Date/Time LCD Brightness LCD Colour...

  • Page 88: Using The Settings Menu Items

    settings options USING THE SETTINGS MENU ITEMS Storage You can record movie (or photo) images on the built-in memory or a memory card, so you should select the desired storage media before starting recording or playback. settings Select the built-in memory for storage medium. So you can record or play back images on "Memory"...
  • Page 89 Format The format function completely deletes all files and options on the storage media, including protected files. You can format (initialize) recording data in the storage media. You have to format the pre-used storage media or newly purchased memory cards with this memory camcorder before using them. This enables stable speeds and operation when accessing the recording medium.

  • Page 90: Time Zone

    settings options Time Zone You can easily set the clock to the local time when using your memory camcorder while traveling. settings The clock will be used according to your setting on the "Date/Time Set" menu. "Home" Select it when using this memory camcorder for the first time or when returning the clock to your hometown date/time setting.
  • Page 91 Cities used to set the time zone Cities London, Lisbon Rome, Paris, Berlin, Stockholm, Madrid, Frankfurt Athens, Helsinki, Cairo, Ankara Moskva, Riyadh Teheran Abu Dhabi, Muscat Kabul Tashkent, Karachi Calcutta, New Delhi Almaty, Kathmandu Dacca Yangon Bangkok Hong Kong, Beijing, Taipei, Singapore, Manila Seoul, Tokyo, Pyongyang Cities Adelaide...

  • Page 92: Date/Time Set

    settings options Date/Time Set Set the current date and time so that the date and time at which you make a recording can be recorded correctly. Date Format You can select the date format to display. settings "YY/MM/DD" The date is displayed in the order of year / month / date. "DD/MM/YY"...

  • Page 93: Lcd Brightness

    LCD Brightness • You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen to compensate for ambient lighting conditions. Press the Control button ( ) will brighten the screen whereas press the • Control button ( ) will darken the screen. A brighter LCD screen setting consumes more battery power.

  • Page 94: Default Set

    settings options Auto Power Off To save battery power, you can set the "Auto Power Off" function which turns off the memory camcorder if there is no operation for a certain period of time. settings "Off" The memory camcorder does not turn off automatically. For power saving purposes, the memory camcorder will automatically turn power off if "5 Min"...

  • Page 95: Menu Colour

    Version The version information could be changed without the noticement. Menu Colour You can select the desired menu colour to display the menu. "Blue" "Pink " "Purple" • Transparency You can select the desired transparency to display the menu. "0%" "20% "...

  • Page 96: Usb Connection Speed Depending On The System

    connecting to a PC This chapter explains how to connect a PC using the USB cable for various actions. - To connect an USB cable to a PC, refer to the software installation instructions and available PC specification. TRANSFERRING A RECORDED FILE THROUGH A USB CONNECTION The camcorder supports both USB 1.1 and 2.0 standards.
  • Page 97 System requirements mentioned above are recommendations. Even on a system that satisfies the requirements • operation is not ensured depending on the system. • On a Macintosh computer, you can also transfer data by connecting the USB cable, but the provided CyberLink MediaShow4 is not Macintosh-compliant.

  • Page 98: Installing The Cyberlink Mediashow

    connecting to a PC INSTALLING THE CYBERLINK MEDIASHOW4 CyberLink MediaShow4 is a software for easy of editing MPEG, AVI, and other video files, still images, and other contents for creating a movie. This software has an interface that allows editing in either timeline or storyboard mode, maintains superior image quality, uses SVRT (Smart Video Rendering Technology) for high-speed rendering, and has a host of other advanced video editing features.
  • Page 99 5. “Customer Information” screen appears. • Click “Next.” 6. “Choose Destination Location” screen appears. • Choose the destination location which you want to install. • Click “Next.” 7. “Setup Complete” appears. • Click “Finish.” • The icon of “CyberLink MediaShow4” is created on the desktop. •...

  • Page 100: Disconnecting The Usb Cable

    connecting to a PC CONNECTING THE USB CABLE Connect the USB cable to copy movie (or photo) images in a recording medium to the PC and vice versa. When the USB cable is connected in Record / Play mode, the product will switch to USB mode immediately. 1.

  • Page 101: Viewing The Contents Of Storage Media

    VIEWING THE CONTENTS OF STORAGE MEDIA 1. Slide the POWER switch downward to turn on the memory camcorder. Set the appropriate storage media. • (If you want to record on a memory card, insert the memory card.) 2. Connect the memory camcorder to the PC with a USB cable. Check out the USB connection on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 102: Image Format

    connecting to a PC Structure of folders and files on the storage media The folder and file structure for built-in memory or memory card is as follows. • Don’t arbitrarily change or remove the folder or file name. It may not be playable. •...

  • Page 103: Transferring Files From The Memory Camcorder To Your Pc

    TRANSFERRING FILES FROM THE MEMORY CAMCORDER TO YOUR PC You can copy the movie (or photo) images to your PC and play back those. 1. Execute the procedure in "VIEWING THE CONTENTS OF STORAGE MEDIA." The folders in the storage media appear. •...

  • Page 104: Uploading Movie Images In The Memory Camcorder To Youtube

    connecting to a PC UPLOADING MOVIE IMAGES IN THE MEMORY CAMCORDER TO YouTube You can connect to PC and direct upload to YouTube by software (CyberLink MediaShow4). If you are a Mac user, you can upload your content to YouTube using iMovie. 1.

  • Page 105: Connecting To Other Devices

    connecting to other devices You can view the recorded movie and photo images on a large screen by connecting the memory camcorder to a TV. CONNECTING TO A TV • To playback your recordings, the television must be PAL compatible. We recommend that you use the AC power adaptor as the power source for the memory camcorder.

  • Page 106: Viewing On Tv Screen

    VIEWING ON TV SCREEN 1. Turn on the TV and set the input selector to the Input connection the memory camcorder is connected to. This is often referred to as "line". • Refer to the TV instruction manual for how to switch the TV input.

  • Page 107: Recording (Dubbing) Images On A Vcr Or Dvd/Hdd Recorder

    connecting to other devices RECORDING (DUBBING) IMAGES ON A VCR OR DVD/HDD RECORDER You can record (dub) images played back on this memory camcorder onto other video devices, such as VCRs or DVD/HDD recorders. Use the AV cable (provided) to connect the memory camcorder to another video device as shown in the following diagram: 1.

  • Page 108: Maintenance & Additional Information

    maintenance & additional information MAINTENANCE Your memory camcorder is a product of superior design and craftsmanship and should be treated with care. The suggestions below will help you fulfil any warranty obligations and allow you to enjoy this product for many years. For safekeeping of the memory camcorder, turn off the memory camcorder.

  • Page 109: Additional Information

    • (It is recommended that you copy the data from your PC to other media for storage.) A malfunction may cause the storage media to fail to operate properly. Samsung will not provide any • compensation for any lost contents.

  • Page 110: Battery Packs

    Remove the battery pack and charger from the camcorder when not in use, as the camcorder will use current even when switched off. It is recommended that only genuine Samsung batteries are used in this camcorder. • Using generic non-Samsung batteries can cause damage to the internal charging circuitry.

  • Page 111: Power Sources

    USING YOUR MEMORY CAMCORDER ABROAD Each country or region has its own electric and colour systems. • • Before using your memory camcorder abroad, check the following items. Power sources The provided AC adaptor features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 100 V to 240 V. You can use your camcorder in any countries/regions using the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder within the AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz range.

  • Page 112: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Before contacting a Samsung authorized service centre, 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 The battery pack is almost discharged.
  • Page 113 Message Icon The memory card has some Card Error problem and can not be recognised. The write protection tab on an Card Locked SDHC card has been set to lock. The memory card is not supported Not Supported Card in this camcorder. Please format! The memory card is not formatted.
  • Page 114 - When recording outside in hot weather after being indoors or inside a car where the AC was running. Note before sending your camcorder for repair. If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service centre. •...

  • Page 115: Symptoms And Solutions

    If you encounter any problem using your camcorder, check the followings before asking for service repair. If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact the nearest Samsung authorized service centre. Symptoms and solutions Power Symptom The camcorder does not turn on.
  • Page 116 troubleshooting Displays Symptom The Recorded Image is more narrow or fat than • original image. Unknown image appears on • the LCD screen. Unknown indicator appears • on the screen. The after image remains on • the LCD screen. The image on the LCD •...
  • Page 117 (SDHC memory card, etc.), if any. Copy any important recorded files to your PC before formatting. • Samsung shall not be responsible for any loss of data. (It is recommended that you copy the data to your PC or other storage media.) •...
  • Page 118 Recording Symptom Pressing the Recording start/ stop button does not start recording. The actual recording time is less than the estimated time. The recording stops automatically. When recording a subject illuminated by bright light, vertical lines appear. Explanation/Solution Press the MODE button to set Movie Record mode ( •...
  • Page 119 troubleshooting Recording Symptom When the screen is exposed to the direct sunlight during recording, the screen becomes red or black for an instant. During recording, the date/time does not display. The beep sound is not heard. There is a time difference between the point where you press Recording start/stop button and the point where the recorded movie...
  • Page 120 Adjusting the image during recording Symptom Focus does not adjust automatically. The image appears too bright or flickering, or changes in colour. Colour balance of image is not natural. The backlight function does not function. Explanation/Solution Set "Focus" to "Auto". page 62 •...
  • Page 121 troubleshooting Playback on your memory camcorder Symptom Press the MODE button to set Movie Play mode. ( • Using the playback Image files recorded using other device may not be played on your memory • (Play/Pause) button would camcorder. not start playing. Check out the memory card compatibility.

  • Page 122: Connecting To A Computer

    Connecting to a computer Symptom • When using the movies, • a computer does not recognise your camcorder. • • Cannot play a movie file properly on a PC. • • • Cannot use the provided software, "CyberLink MediaShow4", on the •...

  • Page 123: Overall Operations

    troubleshooting Connecting/Dubbing with other devices (TV, DVD recorder, etc) Symptom • The AV cable is not connected properly. Make sure that the AV cable is connected You cannot dub correctly to the proper jack, i.e. to the input jack of the device used for dubbing an image using the AV cable.
  • Page 124 Menu Symptom You cannot select grayed items in the current recording/playback mode. • Most of menu items cannot be selected when you set the EASY Q function. • • If there is no storage media inserted, it can not be selected and will be dimmed on the menu : "Storage", "Storage Info", "Format", etc.

  • Page 125: Specifications

    specifications Model Name: VP-MX25E Video signal Picture compression format H.264/AVC Format Audio compression format AAC (Advanced Audio Coding) TV Super Fine (about 5.0Mbps), TV Fine (about 4.0Mbps), TV Normal (about 3.0Mbps), Recording resolution Web & Mobile (about 2.0Mbps) Image device CCD (Charge Coupled Device) (Max/Effective : 800K/540K pixels) Lens F1.6 to 4.3, 34x (Optical), 1200x (Digital) Electronic zoom lens...

  • Page 126: Power Sources (United Kingdom Only)

    Power Sources (United Kingdom Only) The mains lead on the power adapter is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse. The value of the fuse is indicated on the pin face of the plug and, if it requires replacing, a fuse approved to BS1362 of the same rating must be used.

  • Page 127: Required Public Statement For Gpl/Lgpl Licensed Software Used In This Product

    This product uses some software programmes which are distributed under the GPL/LGPL license. Accordingly, the following GPL and LGPL software source codes that have been used in this product can be provided after visiting to www.samsung.com/global/cam_opensource. GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2, June 1991 Copyright (C) 1989, 1991 Free Software Foundation, Inc.

  • Page 128: Terms And Conditions For Copying, Distribution And Modification

    TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR COPYING, DISTRIBUTION AND MODIFICATION 0. This License applies to any program or other work which contains a notice placed by the copyright holder saying it may be distributed under the terms of this General Public License. The “Program”, below, refers to any such program or work, and a “work based on the Program”...
  • Page 129 a) Accompany it with the complete corresponding machinereadable source code, which must be distributed under the terms of Sections 1 and 2 above on a medium customarily used for software interchange; or, b) Accompany it with a written offer, valid for at least three years, to give any third party, for a charge no more than your cost of physically performing source distribution, a complete machine-readable copy of the corresponding...

  • Page 130: End Of Terms And Conditions

    made generous contributions to the wide range of software distributed through that system in reliance on consistent application of that system; it is up to the author/donor to decide if he or she is willing to distribute software through any other system and a licensee cannot impose that choice.

  • Page 131: Gnu Lesser General Public License

    This program is free software; you can redistribute it and/ or modify it under the terms of the GNU General Public License as published by the Free Software Foundation; either version 2 of the License, or (at your option) any later version.
  • Page 132 surrender these rights. These restrictions translate to certain responsibilities for you if you distribute copies of the library or if you modify it. For example, if you distribute copies of the library, whether gratis or for a fee, you must give the recipients all the rights that we gave you.
  • Page 133 A “library” means a collection of software functions and/ or data prepared so as to be conveniently linked with application programs (which use some of those functions and data) to form executables. The “Library”, below, refers to any such software library or work which has been distributed under these terms.
  • Page 134 3. You may opt to apply the terms of the ordinary GNU General Public License instead of this License to a given copy of the Library. To do this, you must alter all the notices that refer to this License, so that they refer to the ordinary GNU General Public License, version 2, instead of to this License.
  • Page 135 is understood that the user who changes the contents of defi nitions fi les in the Library will not necessarily be able to recompile the application to use the modifi ed defi nitions.) b) Use a suitable shared library mechanism for linking with the Library.
  • Page 136 royalty-free redistribution of the Library by all those who receive copies directly or indirectly through you, then the only way you could satisfy both it and this License would be to refrain entirely from distribution of the Library. If any portion of this section is held invalid or unenforceable under any particular circumstance, the balance of the section is intended to apply, and the section as a whole is intended to apply in other circumstances.
  • Page 137 it free software that everyone can redistribute and change. You can do so by permitting redistribution under these terms (or, alternatively, under the terms of the ordinary General Public License). To apply these terms, attach the following notices to the library.

  • Page 138: Contact Samsung Worldwide

    SAMSUNG world wide If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care centre. Region Country CANADA North America MEXICO U.S.A ARGENTINE BRAZIL CHILE NICARAGUA HONDURAS COSTA RICA ECUADOR EL SALVADOR Latin America...

  • Page 139: Rohs Compliant

    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.

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