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Samsung VP-X220L Owner's Instruction Book

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Sports Camcorder
VP-X205L/X210L/X220L
AF
Auto-Focus
CCD
Charge Coupled Device
LCD
Liquid Crystal Display
Owner's Instruction Book
Before operating the unit, please read this Instruction
Book thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
This product meets the intent of
Directive 89/336 CEE, 73/23 CEE, 93/68 CEE.
Use only approved battery packs.
Otherwise, there is a danger of overheating, fire or explosion.
Samsung is not responsible for problems occurring due to using unapproved batteries.
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  • Page 1 Directive 89/336 CEE, 73/23 CEE, 93/68 CEE. Use only approved battery packs. Otherwise, there is a danger of overheating, fire or explosion. Samsung is not responsible for problems occurring due to using unapproved batteries. ENGLISH M E N M O D...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ENGLISH Contents Notices and Safety Precautions Precautions when using the Sports Camcorder ... 8 Notes Regarding COPYRIGHT ... 9 Notes Regarding Moisture Condensation ... 9 Notes Regarding the Sports Camcorder ... 9 Notes Regarding the Battery Pack ... 10 Notes Regarding the Lens ... 11 Notes Regarding the LCD Display ...
  • Page 3 Contents Getting Started The LED Colour ... 26 Before You Start Operating the Sports Camcorder ... 26 Using the MODE button ... 27 Using the Function button ... 28 Using the Joystick ... 28 Using the MENU button ... 28 Using the DISPLAY button ...
  • Page 4 ENGLISH Contents Setting the Line In/Out ... 51 Setting the Viewing Options ... 52 Deleting Movie Files ... 52 Setting the Play Mode ... 53 Locking Movie Files ... 54 Copying Movie Files ... 55 Photo Mode Capturing ... 57 Capturing Images ...
  • Page 5 Contents Copying MP3 Files to the Sports Camcorder ... 76 Playing... 77 Playing MP3 Files ... 77 Setting the MP3 Play Options ... 78 Deleting MP3 Files ... 78 Setting the Repeat Play... 79 Setting the Equalizer ... 80 Locking MP3 Files ... 81 Copying MP3 Files ...
  • Page 6 ENGLISH Contents Setting Memory ... 99 Setting the File No. Function ... 99 Formatting the Memory ... 100 Viewing Memory Space... 101 Adjusting the LCD monitor ... 102 Adjusting the LCD Brightness ... 102 Adjusting the LCD Colour ... 103 Adjusting Date/Time ...
  • Page 7 Contents Miscellaneous Information USB Interface Environment ... 123 USB connection to a computer ... 123 System Environment ... 123 Installing Software ... 124 Installing DV Media Pro 1.0 ... 124 Ulead Video Studio ... 125 Connecting To Other Devices ... 126 Connecting to a PC using a USB Cable ...

  • Page 8: Notices And Safety Precautions

    Particular care should be observed if photographing infants, when the flash should be no less than 3 feet from your subject. If the device is not working properly, please consult your nearest dealer or authorized Samsung service facility. ■...

  • Page 9: Notes Regarding Copyright

    ✤ 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. Notes Regarding Moisture Condensation A sudden rise in atmospheric temperature may cause condensation to form inside the Sports ✤...

  • Page 10: Notes Regarding The Battery Pack

    ENGLISH Notices and Safety Precautions Notes Regarding the Battery Pack ✤ We recommend using the original battery pack that is available at the retailer where you purchased the Sports Camcorder. ✤ Make sure the battery pack is fully charged before starting to record. ✤...

  • Page 11: Notes Regarding The Lens

    Notices and Safety Precautions Notes Regarding the Lens ✤ Do not film with the Sports Camcorder lens pointing directly at the sun. Direct sunlight can damage the CCD (Charge Coupled Device, the imaging sensor). Notes Regarding the LCD Display 1. The LCD monitor has been manufactured using the high precision technology. However, there may be tiny dots (red, blue or green in colour) that appear on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 12: Getting To Know Your Sports Camcorder

    ENGLISH Getting to Know Your Sports Camcorder Features Integrated Digital Camcorder/DSC operation ● An integrated digital imaging device that easily converts between a Digital Camcorder and a Digital Still Camera with comfortable and easy recording. High Resolution Image Quality (Digital Still Camera) ●...

  • Page 13: Accessories Supplied With The Sports Camcorder

    [ Notes ] ✤ Parts and accessories are available at your local Samsung dealer and service centre. ✤ You can download programmes, the latest driver software, and audio/video CODECs from the Samsung Electronics webpage. (www.samsung.com) . Lithium Polymer Battery pack .

  • Page 14: Location Of Controls

    ENGLISH Location of Controls Rear & Left View 1. LCD monitor 2. DELETE button 3. DISPLAY button 4. Built-in speaker 5. POWER button 6. MP3/ External Camera Module HOLD switch 7. Record / Power /Charging indicator 8. PLAY button [ Note ] ✤...

  • Page 15: Side & Bottom View

    Location of Controls Side & Bottom View 1. Lens 2. Flash 3. Battery pack 4. Battery eject switch 5. Front cover <Left Side> 6. USB port 7. Built-in microphone 8. Memory card slot 9. Tripod receptacle 10. Strap hook ENGLISH Hanging Lens Cover on the Sports Camcorder Usable Memory Cards (2GB Max)

  • Page 16: External Camera Module View

    ENGLISH Location of Controls External Camera Module View 1. Built-in microphone 2. Lens 3. Rubber Mount 4. Picture Rotator 5. Record/Power indicator 6. POWER/Record /Stop button 7. Clip 8. External Camera Module cable 9. Rubber Mount receptacle Bottom View...

  • Page 17: Lcd Display

    Location of Controls : LCD Display OSD (On Screen Display in Movie Record Mode/ Movie Play Mode) Movie Record Mode STBY 00:00:00/00:40:05 STBY 00:00:00/00:40:05 720i Recording... Recording... 12:00AM 2006.01.01 Sepia 12:00AM 2006.01.01 Sepia Mode indicator 100-0001 100-0001 Image size indicator Image quality indicator White balance indicator Program AE indicator...

  • Page 18: Osd (On Screen Display In Photo Capture Mode/Photo View Mode)

    ENGLISH Location of Controls : LCD Display OSD (On Screen Display in Photo Capture Mode/ Photo View Mode) Photo Capture Mode 10 9 Capturing... Capturing... 12:00AM 2006.01.01 Sepia 12:00AM 2006.01.01 Sepia 100-0001 100-0001 1. Mode indicator 2. White balance indicator 3.

  • Page 19: Osd (On Screen Display In Mp3 Mode)

    Location of Controls : LCD Display OSD (On Screen Display in MP3 Mode) MP3 Mode 00:12 Life is cool.mp3 Everytime.mp3 Toxic.mp3 Don't push me.mp3 Love you.mp3 Move Move Play 1/10 1. Mode indicator 2. File name indicator Life is cool.mp3 3.

  • Page 20: Osd (On Screen Display In Voice Record Mode/Voice Play Mode)

    ENGLISH Location of Controls : LCD Display OSD (On Screen Display in Voice Record Mode/ Voice Play Mode) Voice Record Mode SWAV0001.WAV 2006/01/01 12:00:00 AM Stereo 8.0KHz 64Kbps 00:00:12/34:59:48 Stop 00:12 1. Mode indicator 2006/01/01 12:00:00 AM 2. File name indicator 2006/01/01 12:00:10 AM 3.

  • Page 21: Osd (On Screen Display In File Browser Mode/System Settings Mode)

    Location of Controls : LCD Display OSD (On Screen Display in File Browser Mode/System Settings Mode) File Browser Mode /DCIM/100SSDVC DCAM0001.JPG DCAM0002.JPG DCAM0003.JPG DCAM0004.JPG Move Play Move Play 1. Mode indicator 2. Current selected folder indicator Coin 3. Current selected file indicator Dart 4.

  • Page 22: How To Use The Battery Pack

    ENGLISH How to Use the Battery Pack Battery Pack Installation / Ejection It is recommended you purchase one or more additional battery packs to allow continuous use of your Sports Camcorder. To insert the battery pack Slide the battery pack into the groove until it clicks. To eject the battery pack Pull the Battery eject switch to eject the battery pack.

  • Page 23: Maintaining The Battery Pack

    ✤ Do not allow the + and - terminals of the battery pack to be short-circuited. It may cause leakage, heat generation, induce fire and overheating. ✤ It is recommended that you use the original Samsung battery pack that is available at the retailer where you purchased the Sports Camcorder.
  • Page 24 ENGLISH How to Use the Battery Pack Battery Level Display The Battery Level Display shows the amount of battery power remaining in the battery pack. Battery Level Indicator The device will soon turn off. Change the Battery Pack The device will be forced to turn off after 5 seconds.

  • Page 25: Charging The Battery Pack

    How to Use the Battery Pack Charging the Battery Pack 1. Turn off the Sports Camcorder by pressing the [POWER] button. 2. Insert the battery pack to the unit. 3. Open the connector cover of the unit. 4. Charge the battery pack by using AC Power Adapter or USB Cable.

  • Page 26: The Led Colour

    ENGLISH Getting Started The LED Colour The LED Colour indicates the power or charge status. Recording / Charging Indicator LED Colour During Recording Recording <Movie and Voice Recorder mode> Orange Green Power Indicator LED Colour Blue Before You Start Operating the Sports Camcorder Before using the Sports Camcorder, refer to this page for easy operation.

  • Page 27: Using The Mode Button

    Getting Started Using the MODE button The [MODE] button is used to change the Sports Camcorder mode. Available modes are Movie, Photo, MP3, Voice Recorder, File Browser and System Settings. Setting the Mode Set the desired mode by pressing the [MODE] button. The Sports Camcorder switches to the designated mode.

  • Page 28: Using The Function Button

    ENGLISH Getting Started Using the Function button The Function button is used to make a selection, move the cursor, select the functions and exit from the menu. Using the Function button Recording / Button Capturing ▲ Zoom out ( ▼ Zoom in ( Change from Record/ Capture to Play/View...

  • Page 29: Using The Display Button

    Getting Started Using the DISPLAY button Each press of the [DISPLAY] button toggles the OSD indicator on and off. 1. Open the LCD monitor. 2. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears. ◆...

  • Page 30: Structure Of The Folders And Files

    Be cautious with handling them to avoid losing data. ✤ Damaged data may not be recovered, and SAMSUNG is not responsible for lost data. Make sure to back up important files on your PC separately.

  • Page 31: Recording Time And Capacity

    Getting Started Recording Time and Capacity Movie Record Time Capacity Media 512MB (VP-X205L) Internal 1GB (VP-X210L) Memory 2GB (VP-X220L) 32MB approx. 1min. 20sec. 64MB 128MB 256MB SD/MMC 512MB [ Notes ] ✤ The recording time and capacity is an approximation. ✤...
  • Page 32 ENGLISH Getting Started Number of Photos that can be taken Media Capacity 512MB (VP-X205L) Internal 1GB (VP-X210L) Memory 2GB (VP-X220L) 32MB 64MB 128MB SD/MMC 256MB 512MB Voice Record Time Media Capacity 512MB (VP-X205L) Internal 1GB (VP-X210L) Memory 2GB (VP-X220L) 32MB 64MB 128MB SD/MMC...

  • Page 33: Using A Memory Card (Sd/Mmc) (Not Supplied)

    ✤ After a period of use, the memory card may get warm. This is normal and not a malfunction. ✤ Damaged data may not be recovered, and SAMSUNG is not responsible for the lost data. Make sure to back up important files separately on a PC.

  • Page 34: Inserting / Ejecting The Memory Card (Sd/Mmc) (Not Supplied)

    ENGLISH Getting Started Inserting / Ejecting the memory card (SD/MMC) (not supplied) Inserting a memory card 1. Open the Front cover. 2. Insert the memory card into the memory card slot until it softly clicks. 3. Close the Front cover. Caution: This screen will appear if the memory card is inserted with the power on.

  • Page 35: Movie Mode

    How to set to How to set to Movie mode Movie mode 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. M E N Power button M O D 2. The Movie Record screen appears. 00:00:00:00:40:05 STBY 720i Recording...

  • Page 36: Recording

    ENGLISH Movie Mode : Recording Recording You can record movie and store it in memory. Refer to the page 119 for recording movie using the External Camera Module. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears. ◆...

  • Page 37: Zooming In And Out

    Movie Mode : Recording Zooming In and Out Zooming allows you to change the size of the subject captured in a scene. You can take advantage of the 10x optical electro motion zoom lens. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆...

  • Page 38: Playing

    ENGLISH Movie Mode : Playing Playing Movie Files on the LCD monitor You can view playback of movie files on the LCD monitor. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears. ◆ 2.

  • Page 39: Playing Multiple Movie Files

    Movie Mode : Playing Playing Multiple Movie Files Using the [W/T] switch in Movie Play mode, you can display multiple images on the LCD monitor. You can also select and play the desired movie file in a multi-view screen. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears.
  • Page 40 Install the software provided in the Software CD to have the CODEC automatically installed in the system. If you do not have the CD, search the product model name in the Download Centre on the Samsung Electronics home page (www.samsung.

  • Page 41: Setting The Recording Options

    Movie Mode : Setting the Recording Options Setting the Movie Size You can set the movie files size. The file storage capacity depends on the memory capacity and movie file size. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆...

  • Page 42: Setting The Movie Quality

    ENGLISH Movie Mode : Setting the Recording Options Setting the Movie Quality You can set the movie file's quality. The files storage capacity depends on the memory capacity and movie file quality. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears.

  • Page 43: Setting The White Balance

    Movie Mode : Setting the Recording Options Setting the White Balance The White Balance may vary depending on the lighting conditions. The White Balance is used to preserve natural colours under different lighting conditions. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears.

  • Page 44: Setting The Program Ae (Programmed Auto Exposure)

    ENGLISH Movie Mode : Setting the Recording Options Setting the Program AE (Programmed Auto Exposure) Program AE modes are preset automatic exposure modes based upon an internal computer programme. It allows you to adjust the aperture setting to suit different conditions. 1.

  • Page 45: Setting The Effect

    Movie Mode : Setting the Recording Options Setting the Effect You can apply various digital effects to your recording. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears. ◆ 2. Press the [MENU] button. Move the [Joystick] left / right to select <Effect>.

  • Page 46: Setting The Eis (Electronic Image Stabilizer)

    ENGLISH Movie Mode : Setting the Recording Options Setting the EIS (Electronic Image Stabilizer) The Electrical Image Stabilizer is a function that compensates for hand shake and other movements while recording. EIS provides a more stable image when: Recording while zooming ◆...

  • Page 47: Setting The Focus

    Movie Mode : Setting the Recording Options Setting the Focus You can set the focus depending on the subject or environment. In most situations, it is best to use the AF(Auto Focus). 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears.

  • Page 48: Setting The Blc (Backlight Compensation)

    ENGLISH Movie Mode : Setting the Recording Options Setting the BLC (Backlight Compensation) The Backlight Compensation function helps to make the subject brighter when the subject is in front of a window or the subject is too dark to distinguish. You can use this function when using the Sports Camcorder in bright or snowy backgrounds.

  • Page 49: Setting The Digital Zoom

    Movie Mode : Setting the Recording Options Setting the Digital Zoom Zooming more than 10x is achieved digitally, up to 100X when combined with optical zoom. The Digital Zoom processes data to enlarge the centre portion of the image to fill the frame. It may produce a less detailed and slightly grainy picture.

  • Page 50: Setting The Record Mode

    ENGLISH Movie Mode : Setting the Recording Options Setting the Record Mode You can set the proper record mode before starting movie file recording. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears. ◆...

  • Page 51: Setting The Line In/Out

    Movie Mode : Setting the Recording Options Setting the Line In/Out You can record or play back the contents of the Sports Camcorder onto an external device and vice versa. ➥pages 127~129 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears.

  • Page 52: Setting The Viewing Options

    ENGLISH Movie Mode : Setting the Viewing Options Deleting Movie Files You can delete saved movie files. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears. ◆ 2. Press the [PLAY] button or [Joystick(OK)]. Switches to Movie Play mode.

  • Page 53: Setting The Play Mode

    Movie Mode : Setting the Viewing Options Setting the Play Mode You can play all files continuously or play the selected file only. You can also set the repeat option for all files. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears.

  • Page 54: Locking Movie Files

    ENGLISH Movie Mode : Setting the Viewing Options Locking Movie Files You can lock saved important movie files from accidental deletion. Locked files will not be deleted unless you release the lock or format the memory. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears.

  • Page 55: Copying Movie Files

    Movie Mode : Setting the Viewing Options Copying Movie Files You can copy saved files from the internal memory to a memory card and vice versa. 1. Insert a memory card in the memory card slot on Sports Camcorder. 2. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears.

  • Page 56: Photo Mode

    ENGLISH How to set to How to set to Photo mode Photo mode 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. M E N Power button M O D 2. Set the Photo mode by pressing the [MODE] button. Photo Photo Mode Capturing ...57...

  • Page 57: Capturing

    Photo Mode : Capturing Capturing Images You can take a photo image as well as record movie files. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears. ◆ 2. Set the Photo mode by pressing the [MODE] button. The Photo Capture screen appears.

  • Page 58: Zooming In And Out

    ENGLISH Photo Mode : Capturing Zooming In and Out Zooming lets you change the size of the subject captured in a scene. You can take advantage of the 10x optical electro motion zoom lens. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears.

  • Page 59: Viewing

    Photo Mode : Viewing Viewing Photo Files on the LCD monitor It is handy and practical to view photos using the LCD monitor in locations such as in a car, indoors, or outdoors. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears.

  • Page 60: Viewing Multiple Photo Files

    ENGLISH Photo Mode : Viewing Viewing Multiple Photo Files Using the [W/T] switch in Photo View mode, you can display multiple images on one LCD screen. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears. ◆...

  • Page 61: Setting The Capturing Options

    Photo Mode : Setting the Capturing Options Setting the White Balance The White Balance allows calibration of the picture for accurate colour display in different lighting conditions. We recommended setting the white balance prior to any photo capturing. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears.

  • Page 62: Setting The Program Ae (Programmed Auto Exposure)

    ENGLISH Photo Mode : Setting the Capturing Options Setting the Program AE (Programmed Auto Exposure) Program AE modes are preset automatic exposure modes based upon an internal computer programme. Program AE allows you to adjust the aperture setting to suit different conditions. 1.

  • Page 63: Setting The Effect

    Photo Mode : Setting the Capturing Options Setting the Effect You can apply various effects to your photos. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears. ◆ 2. Set the Photo mode by pressing the [MODE] button. The Photo Capture screen appears.

  • Page 64: Setting The Flash

    ENGLISH Photo Mode : Setting the Capturing Options Setting the Flash Flash is very useful not only for brighter subjects at night, but also in daytime when there is not enough lighting on the subject, such as in a shadow, indoors, and in backlight situations. 1.

  • Page 65: Setting The Continuous Shot

    Photo Mode : Setting the Capturing Options Setting the Continuous Shot You can take a series of pictures continuously with just one press of the shutter. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears. ◆...

  • Page 66: Setting The Eis (Electronic Image Stabilizer)

    ENGLISH Photo Mode : Setting the Capturing Options Setting the EIS (Electronic Image Stabilizer) The Electronic Image Stabilizer is a function that compensates for hand shake and other movements while taking pictures. EIS provides more stable photo when: Photo capturing while zooming ◆...

  • Page 67: Setting The Focus

    Photo Mode : Setting the Capturing Options Setting the Focus Select an appropriate focus method for the best results. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears. ◆ 2. Set the Photo mode by pressing the [MODE] button.

  • Page 68: Setting The Blc (Backlight Compensation)

    ENGLISH Photo Mode : Setting the Capturing Options Setting the BLC (Backlight Compensation) The Backlight Compensation function helps to make the subject brighter when the subject is in front of a window or the subject is too dark to distinguish. You can use this function when using the Sports Camcorder in the bright backgrounds including snow scenes.

  • Page 69: Setting The Digital Zoom

    Photo Mode : Setting the Capturing Options Setting the Digital Zoom As well as the 10x optical zoom, this Sports Camcorder supports 10x digital zoom which produces a total of 100x zoom. Exceeding the optical zoom limit will automatically engage the digital zoom when available.

  • Page 70: Setting The Viewing Options

    ENGLISH Photo Mode : Setting the Viewing Options Deleting Photo Files You can delete saved photo files. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears. ◆ 2. Set the Photo mode by pressing the [MODE] button. The Photo Capture screen appears.

  • Page 71: Setting The Slide Show

    Photo Mode : Setting the Viewing Options Setting the Slide show You can set a slide show, and also set the interval and repetition options for the slide show. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears.

  • Page 72: Setting The Dpof (Digital Print Order Format) Function

    ENGLISH Photo Mode : Setting the Viewing Options Setting the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) Function You can automatically print a photo file recorded with a printer that supports DPOF. Setting the DPOF is only available when using a memory card. 1.

  • Page 73: Locking Photo Files

    Photo Mode : Setting the Viewing Options Locking Photo Files You can lock important saved photo files from accidental erasure. Locked files will not be deleted unless you release the lock or format the memory. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears.

  • Page 74: Copying Photo Files

    ENGLISH Photo Mode : Setting the Viewing Options Copying Photo Files You can copy saved files from the internal memory to a memory card and vice versa. 1. Insert the memory card into the memory card slot on the Sports Camcorder. 2.

  • Page 75: Mp3 Mode

    How to set to How to set to MP3 mode MP3 mode 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. M E N Power button M O D 2. Set the mode by pressing the [MODE] button. MP3 Mode Storing MP3 Files in the Sports Camcorder...76 Copying MP3 Files to the Sports Camcorder ...76...

  • Page 76: Storing Mp3 Files In The Sports Camcorder

    ENGLISH MP3 Mode : Storing MP3 Files in the Sports Camcorder Copying MP3 Files to the Sports Camcorder You can copy MP3 files from a PC to the Sports Camcorder while connected to the PC with a USB cable. Before your start! ◆...

  • Page 77: Playing

    MP3 Mode : Playing Playing MP3 Files You can play back stored MP3 files. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears. ◆ 2. Set the mode by pressing the [MODE] button. The MP3 playlist appears.

  • Page 78: Setting The Mp3 Play Options

    ENGLISH MP3 Mode : Setting the MP3 Play Options Deleting MP3 Files You can delete a selected MP3 file or group of MP3 files. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears. ◆...

  • Page 79: Setting The Repeat Play

    MP3 Mode : Setting the MP3 Play Options Setting the Repeat Play You can repeat a selected MP3 file or group of MP3 files, or play the MP3 files at random. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears.

  • Page 80: Setting The Equalizer

    ENGLISH MP3 Mode : Setting the MP3 Play Options Setting the Equalizer You can choose an Equalizer mode for different types of music. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears. ◆ 2.

  • Page 81: Locking Mp3 Files

    MP3 Mode : Setting the MP3 Play Options Locking MP3 Files You can lock saved important MP3 files from accidental deletion. Locked files will not be deleted unless you release the lock or format the memory. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears.

  • Page 82: Copying Mp3 Files

    ENGLISH MP3 Mode : Setting the MP3 Play Options Copying MP3 Files You can copy saved files from the internal memory to the memory card and vice versa. 1. Insert the memory card into the memory card slot on the Sports Camcorder. 2.

  • Page 83: Voice Recorder Mode

    How to set to How to set to Voice Recorder Voice Recorder mode mode 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. M E N Power button M O D 2. Set the Voice Recorder mode by pressing the [MODE] button.

  • Page 84: Recording

    ENGLISH Voice Recorder Mode : Recording Recording Voice Files The built-in microphone allows users to record voices without any additional devices. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears. ◆ 2. Set the Voice Recorder mode by pressing the [MODE] button.

  • Page 85: Playing

    Voice Recorder Mode : Playing Playing Voice Files You can play back recorded voice files using the built-in speaker or the earphones. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears. ◆ 2. Set the Voice Recorder mode by pressing the [MODE] button.

  • Page 86: Setting The Voice Play Options

    ENGLISH Voice Recorder Mode : Setting the Voice Play Options Deleting Voice Files You can delete a selected voice file or group of voice files. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears. ◆...

  • Page 87: Setting The Play Mode

    Voice Recorder Mode : Setting the Voice Play Options Setting the Play Mode You can play all files continuously or play the selected file only. You can also set the repeat option. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears.

  • Page 88: Locking Voice Files

    ENGLISH Voice Recorder Mode : Setting the Voice Play Options Locking Voice Files You can lock saved important voice files from accidental erasure. Locked files will not be deleted unless you release the lock or format the memory. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears.

  • Page 89: Copying Voice Files

    Voice Recorder Mode : Setting the Voice Play Options Copying Voice Files You can copy saved files from the internal memory to a memory card and vice-versa. 1. Insert the memory card into the memory card slot on the Sports Camcorder. 2.

  • Page 90: Using File Browser

    ENGLISH ENGLISH How to set to How to set to File Browser mode File Browser mode 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. M E N Power button M O D 2. Set the File Browser mode by pressing the [MODE] button.

  • Page 91: Viewing Files Or Folders

    Using File Browser Viewing Files or Folders You can play back the stored file(AVI, JPEG, MP3, WAV) in your Sports Camcorder. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears. ◆ 2. Set the File Browser mode by pressing the [MODE] button.

  • Page 92: Deleting Files Or Folders

    ENGLISH Using File Browser Deleting Files or Folders You can delete the file(AVI, JPEG, MP3, WAV) or folders you recorded. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears. ◆ 2. Set the File Browser mode by pressing the [MODE] button.

  • Page 93: Locking Files

    Using File Browser Locking Files You can lock the important files so they can not be deleted. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears. ◆ 2. Set the File Browser mode by pressing the [MODE] button. The File Browser screen appears.

  • Page 94: Copying Files Or Folders

    ENGLISH Using File Browser Copying Files or Folders You can copy the file or folder to the internal or external memory. 1. Insert the memory card into the memory card slot on the Sports Camcorder. 2. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears.

  • Page 95: Viewing File Information

    Using File Browser Viewing File Information You can see the file name, format, size and date. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears. ◆ 2. Set the File Browser mode by pressing the [MODE] button. The File Browser screen appears.

  • Page 96: Setting The Sports Camcorder

    ENGLISH How to set to How to set to System Settings System Settings mode mode 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. M E N Power button M O D 2. Set the System Settings mode by pressing the [MODE] button.

  • Page 97: Setting Memory

    Setting the Sports Camcorder : Setting Memory Selecting the Storage Type You can set the storage to the internal memory or memory card (not supplied). 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears. ◆...

  • Page 98: Setting Usb Mode

    ENGLISH Setting the Sports Camcorder : Setting USB Mode Setting USB Mode Before connecting your Sports Camcorder to a computer or a printer via USB, please set the proper USB mode. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears.

  • Page 99: Setting Memory

    Setting the Sports Camcorder : Setting Memory Setting the File No. Function You can set the file numbers so that they reset each time the memory card is formatted, or so that they count up continuously. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears.

  • Page 100: Formatting The Memory

    ENGLISH Setting the Sports Camcorder : Setting Memory Formatting the Memory You can format the internal memory or the memory card to erase all files. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears. ◆...

  • Page 101: Viewing Memory Space

    Setting the Sports Camcorder : Setting Memory Viewing Memory Space You can check used memory space and total memory space of the Sports Camcorder. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears. ◆...

  • Page 102: Adjusting The Lcd Monitor

    ENGLISH Setting the Sports Camcorder : Adjusting the LCD monitor Adjusting the LCD Brightness You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor to compensate for ambient lighting conditions. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears.

  • Page 103: Adjusting The Lcd Colour

    Setting the Sports Camcorder : Adjusting the LCD monitor Adjusting the LCD Colour You can adjust the colour of the LCD monitor depending on the situation. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears. ◆...

  • Page 104: Adjusting Date/Time

    ENGLISH Setting the Sports Camcorder : Adjusting Date/Time Setting Date&Time You can set the date/time using this menu. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears. ◆ 2. Set the System Settings mode by pressing the [MODE] button.

  • Page 105: Setting Date Format

    Setting the Sports Camcorder : Adjusting Date/Time Setting Date Format You can select the date format to display. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears. ◆ 2. Set the System Settings mode by pressing the [MODE] button.

  • Page 106: Setting Time Format

    ENGLISH Setting the Sports Camcorder : Adjusting Date/Time Setting Time Format You can select the time format to display. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears. ◆ 2. Set the System Settings mode by pressing the [MODE] button.

  • Page 107: Setting Date/Time Display

    Setting the Sports Camcorder : Adjusting Date/Time Setting Date/Time Display You can set to display date and time on the LCD monitor. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears. ◆ 2. Set the System Settings mode by pressing the [MODE] button.

  • Page 108: Setting The System Settings

    ENGLISH Setting the Sports Camcorder : Setting the System Settings Setting the Beep Sound You can set the beep sound to on/off. When on, a beep will sound every time a button is pressed. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears.

  • Page 109: Setting Start-Up Mode

    Setting the Sports Camcorder : Setting the System Settings Setting Start-up Mode You can select the starting mode displayed when you turn the Sports Camcorder on. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears. ◆...

  • Page 110: Resetting The Sports Camcorder

    ENGLISH Setting the Sports Camcorder : Setting the System Settings Resetting the Sports Camcorder You can reset the Sports Camcorder to the default (factory) settings. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears. ◆...

  • Page 111: Selecting Language

    Setting the Sports Camcorder : Setting the System Settings Selecting Language You can select the desired language of the Sports Camcorder. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears. ◆ 2. Set the System Settings mode by pressing the [MODE] button.

  • Page 112: Setting The Auto Shut Off

    ENGLISH Setting the Sports Camcorder : Setting the System Settings Setting the Auto Shut off To save battery power, you can set the <Auto Shut off> function which turns off the Sports Camcorder if there is no operation for a certain period of time. 1.

  • Page 113: Setting The Demonstration Function

    Setting the Sports Camcorder : Setting the System Settings Setting the Demonstration Function The Demonstration function will allow you to view all the functions that the Sports Camcorder supports. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears.

  • Page 114: Viewing Version Information

    4. After you view the version information, move to the desired mode by pressing the [MODE] button. System Settings System Settings DEMO Ver. TYPE Version Info Samsung Elec. Co. LTD S/W 1.00 Feb 16 2006 00:20:10 Syscon 1.00 Feb 17 2006 08:53:39 Move...

  • Page 115: Using Usb Mode

    Setting the Sports Camcorder : Using USB Mode Transferring files to a computer You can use transfer photo and movie files to your PC. Before your start! You can copy the files when <USB Mode> sets to <Mass Storage> ➥page 98 1.

  • Page 116: Printing With Pictbridge

    ENGLISH Setting the Sports Camcorder : Using USB Mode Printing with PictBridge With the provided USB cable and a PictBridge-supporting printer, you can print your photo images directly without connecting to a PC. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. The Movie Record screen appears.

  • Page 117: Using The Pc Cam Function

    Setting the Sports Camcorder : Using USB Mode Using the PC Cam Function You can use your Sports Camcorder as a PC camera for video chatting, video conference and other PC camera applications. Before your start! ◆ For PC Cam use, it is required to install the DV Driver.➥page 124 1.

  • Page 118: Using The External Camera Module

    ENGLISH Using the External Camera Module Recording the External Camera Module ...119 Recording Movie using the External Camera Module ...119 Wearing the External Camera Module ...120 Mounting the External Camera Module on Rubber Mount ...120 Using the Long Mount Band ...121 ◆...

  • Page 119: Recording With The External Camera Module

    Using the External Camera Module : Recording with the External Camera Module Recording Movie using the External Camera Module Your Sports Camcorder offers the ability to record those thrilling moments. Whether you're snow boarding or skiing, you can record the moments with the External Camera Module and accessories. 1.

  • Page 120: Wearing The External Camera Module

    Using the External Camera Module : ENGLISH Wearing the External Camera Module Mounting the External Camera Module on Rubber Mount 1. Set the Rubber Mount receptacle of the External Camera Module to the screw of Rubber Mount. 2. Turn the Rubber Mount's screw to the right to fasten. [ Note ] ✤...

  • Page 121: Using The Long Mount Band

    Using the External Camera Module : Wearing the External Camera Module Using the Long Mount Band While the Sports Camcorder is inside your carrying case or backpack, you can attach the External Camera Module mounted on the Rubber Mount with help of the Long Mount Band. 1.

  • Page 122: Miscellaneous Information

    ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information USB Interface Environment ...123 USB connection to a computer ...123 System Environment ...123 Installing Software ...124 Installing DV Media Pro 1.0 ...124 Ulead Video Studio ...125 Connecting To Other Devices ...126 Connecting to a PC using USB Cable ...126 Connecting to a TV monitor ...127 Connecting to a VCR / DVD Recorder ...128 Recording unscrambled content from other digital devices ..129...

  • Page 123: Usb Interface Environment

    Miscellaneous Information : USB Interface Environment USB connection to a computer High Speed USB is not guaranteed if the supplied driver is not installed on an OS other than Microsoft Windows or Apple's Mac OS X. Windows 98SE/ME: Full Speed USB ✤...

  • Page 124: Installing Software

    ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information : Installing Software Installing DV Media Pro 1.0 You need to install DV Media Pro 1.0 to play back recorded movie files or the transferred data from Sports Camcorder with the USB cable on your PC. Before your start! ◆...

  • Page 125: Ulead Video Studio

    Miscellaneous Information : Installing Software Application Installation – Photo Express 1. Click “Photo Express” on the Setup screen. It is a photo editing tool that allows users to edit images. ◆ Application Installation – Quick Time 1. Click “Quick Time” on the Setup screen. QuickTime is Apple's technology for handling movie, sound, animation, graphics, text, music, and even 360-degree virtual ◆...

  • Page 126: Connecting To Other Devices

    ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information : Connecting To Other Devices Connecting to a PC using a USB Cable Connect to a PC with the provided USB cable. You can view your files on your PC. Before your start! You can transfer the files when <USB Mode> sets to <Mass Storage> ➥page 98 Connecting to a PC –...

  • Page 127: Connecting To A Tv Monitor

    Miscellaneous Information : Connecting To Other Devices Connecting to a TV monitor You can connect your Sports Camcorder directly to a TV set. Set the appropriate video input when viewing Sports Camcorder playback on the TV. 1. Connect the provided Audio/Video cable to the [Multi jack] of the Sports Camcorder.

  • Page 128: Connecting To A Vcr / Dvd Recorder

    ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information : Connecting To Other Devices Connecting to a VCR / DVD Recorder You can connect your Sports Camcorder to a TV set through a VCR/DVD Recorder. 1. Connect the provided Audio/Video cable to the [Multi jack] of the Sports Camcorder. 2.

  • Page 129: Recording Unscrambled Content From Other Digital Devices

    Miscellaneous Information : Connecting To Other Devices Recording unscrambled content from other digital devices You can connect other external digital devices to Sports Camcorder to record unscrambled contents. 1. Connect the provided Audio/Video cable to the [Multi jack] of the Sports Camcorder. 2.

  • Page 130: Printing Photos

    ENGLISH Miscellaneous Information : Printing Photos Printing with DPOF DPOF (Digital Printing Order Format) defines the print information for each photo on the memory card. You can easily make prints using a DPOF-compatible printer or order copies from commercial digital image developers. Printing DPOF files in the memory card 1.

  • Page 131: Maintenance

    Maintenance : Cleaning and Maintaining the Sports Camcorder After using the Sports Camcorder For safekeeping of the Sports Camcorder, follow these steps. ✤ Turn the Sports Camcorder off. ✓ Remove the battery pack ➥page 22. ✓ Remove the memory card ➥page 34. ✓...

  • Page 132: Cleaning The Body

    ENGLISH Maintenance : Cleaning and Maintaining the Sports Camcorder Cleaning the Body To Clean the Exterior of the Sports Camcorder ✤ ✓ To clean the exterior, use a soft dry cloth. Wipe the body gently. Do not apply excessive force when cleaning, gently rub the surface. The LCD monitor surface should not be pressed.

  • Page 133: Regarding The Battery

    Maintenance : Cleaning and Maintaining the Sports Camcorder Regarding the Battery Battery pack performance decreases when the ■ surrounding temperature is 10°C (50°F) or below, and shortens the battery life. In that case, do one of the following so that the durability of the battery life can be extended for a longer period of time.

  • Page 134: Using The Sports Camcorder Abroad

    ENGLISH Maintenance : Cleaning and Maintaining the Sports Camcorder Using the Sports Camcorder Abroad Each country or region has its own electric and colour systems. (NTSC/PAL) ✤ Before using the Sports Camcorder abroad, check the following items: ✤ Power Sources the Sports Camcorder You can use ✤...

  • Page 135: Troubleshooting

    Write protected Memory card is protected to write. MPEG decoding Error The movie file is corrupted. If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung dealer or authorized service centre/personnel. ✤ Symptom No power is supplied The power is not connected properly...
  • Page 136 ENGLISH Troubleshooting Symptom Colour balance of picture is not natural Digital zoom does not work Files stored in the memory card cannot be deleted Images on the LCD monitor appear dark Rear of the LCD monitor is hot Play, rewind and fast forwarding do not work Memory card cannot be played back (Photo mode)

  • Page 137: Using The Menu

    Using the Menu Movie 1. Record Size 720x576 352x288 Digital Zoom Quality Super Fine Record Mode Fine Normal White Balance Line In/Out Auto Daylight Fluorescent Tungsten Custom 2. Play Program AE Auto Play Mode Sports Play One Spotlight Play All Sand/Snow Repeat One Repeat All...

  • Page 138: System Settings

    ENGLISH Using the Menu Voice Recorder File Browser 1. Record Lock 2. Play Lock Multi Select Play Mode Lock All Play One Unlock All Play All Copy To Repeat One Repeat All Multi Select Lock Lock File Info. Multi Select Lock All Unlock All Copy To...

  • Page 139: Specifications

    Specifications Model Name The Sports Camcorder System Movie Recording System Photo System Voice Memory CCD Pixel Optical Zoom Ratio Focal Length Minimum Illumination LCD monitor Connectors DC Power In connector Earphones Multi jack AV Input/Output General Operating Temperature Operating Humidity Power Source Power Consumption Dimensions (WxHxD)
  • Page 140 ENGLISH Specifications Model Name AC Adapter Power Requirement DC Output Operating Temperature Dimensions Weight Model Name External CMOS Camera CMOS Pixel Video Resolution Exposure White Balance Focus Type Focal Length Connector AV Output General Operating Temperature Operating Humidity Power Source Power Consumption Dimensions (LxHxD) Weight...

  • Page 141: Index

    Index - A - AC Power Adapter ... 13, 25 AF(Auto Focus) ... 47, 67 Auto Shut off ... 112 - B - Battery Pack ... 22~25 Beep Sound ... 108 BLC ... 68 - C - Charging the Battery ... 25 Capturing ...
  • Page 142 ENGLISH Index - Q - Quality ... 42 - R - Reset ... 110 - S - Start-up Mode ... 109 Sepia ... 45, 63 Storage type ... 97 - T - Troubleshooting ... 135, 136 - U - USB ... 98 - V - Version Information ...

  • Page 143: Power Sources (United Kingdom Only)

    Power Sources (United Kingdom Only) The plug used on this product is a unitary transformer plug and is designed specifically for this Comcorder it must never be replaced or removed with any other type of plug. ENGLISH...
  • Page 144 UNITED KINGDOM This Samsung product is warranted for the period of twelve (12) months from the original date of purchase, against defective materials and workmanship. In the event that warranty service is required, you should return the product to the retailer from whom it was purchased.
  • Page 145 Το προϊόν αυτό της SAMSUNG είναι εγγυημένο για περίοδο δώδεκα (12) μηνών από την ημερομηνία αγοράς του για ανταλλακτικά και εργατικά. Στην περίπτωση που θα χρειαστεί επισκευή, το προϊόν αυτό της SAMSUNG θα πρέπει να σταλεί ή να μεταφερθεί στο εξουσιοδοτημένο service, με έξοδα του αγοραστή.
  • Page 146 προϊόντος Β. Επισκευή που έγινε από μη εξουσιοδοτημένα συνεργεία service Γ. Ατυχήματα, θεομηνίες ή οποιαδήποτε αιτία πέρα του ελέγχου της SAMSUNG, συμπεριλαμβανομένων αλλά μη περιορισμένων των κεραυνών, του νερού, της φωτιάς, των δημοσίων αναταραχών, του κακού αερισμού κλπ. Δ. Η εγγύηση αυτή δεν επηρεάζει τα δικαιώματα του...
  • Page 147 Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care centre. Region Country Customer CANADA North America MEXICO U.S.A ARGENTINE BRAZIL CHILE COSTA RICA ECUADOR EL SALVADOR Latin America...
  • Page 148 ENGLISH THE SPORTS CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY: 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 6 hazardous materials- Cadmium(Cd), Lead (Pb), Mercury (Hg), Hexavalent Chromium (C Poly Brominated Biphenyls (PBBs), Poly Brominated Diphenyl Ethers(PBDEs)- in our products.

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