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  • Page 1 User Manual...
  • Page 2 SAFETY WARNINGS What the icons and signs in this user manual mean; Means that there is a potential risk of death or serious injury. WARNING Means that there is a potential risk of personal injury or damage to the CA_.T ON product.
  • Page 3 Recorded contents may be lost due to a appear on the screen when setting the mistake when handling this camcorder or corresponding item. memory card, etc. Samsung shall not be Ex) Submenu item of "iSCENE" _page 61 responsible for compensation for damages - "Sports" (%): Recording people due to the loss of recorded contents.
  • Page 4 PC to other documentation provided with your other recording media for storage. Refer Samsung product are trademarks or to the software installation and USB registered trademarks of their respective connection guide. holders. Furthermore, "TM" and "®" are not mentioned in each case in this manual.
  • Page 5 This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage consisting a risk of electric shock is present within this unit. OAUTION: TO REDUOE THERISKOFELEOTRIO SHOOK, This symbol indicates that there are DONOTREMOVE C OVER (ORBACK), important operating and maintenance NOUSER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE instructions in the literature REFER SERVICING TOQUALIFIED S ERVlOE P ERSONNEL.
  • Page 6 20. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING: 15. Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or CAMCORDER, be sure the antenna or cable splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. system is grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and built--up static 16.
  • Page 7 23. OVERLOADING: 2?. REPLACEMENT PARTS: Do not ovedoad wall outlets and e xtension When replacement parts are required, be sure cords as this c an result inarisk o f f ire o r electric the service technician has used replacement shock, parts specified by the manulacturer and having...
  • Page 8 However, there is no guarantee that interference will 1-800--Samsung (7267864) not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which cars be...
  • Page 9 fetv nforrn t on The safety precautions illustrated below are to prevent personal injury or material damages. Heed all instructions carefully. risk of serious personal injury. Do not disassemble This precaution must be kept. product. risk of personal injury or damage to the product Unplug from the power supply.
  • Page 10 There is Keep the Pewer_cord unplugged from a Samsung service center. a risk of malfunction or electric when not in use ot during lightning There is a risk of fire or personal shock.
  • Page 11 (_) CAUTION _iii i i i!_ii:i Do not drop or expose the Do not use the camcorder on a Do not press the surface of the camcorder, batter,/, AC adaptor Or other accessories to severe LCD with force, or hit it with a sharp tripod (not supplied ) in a place object.
  • Page 12 fetv nforrn t on !i ¸ i_ _i_ii_?ii_ii _ii_iiii_i _F_II i/_ii_i/ magnetism such as speakers or Do not use the carncordar near a a large motor. Noise from these TV or radio. This could cause noise sources can distor_ the video or on the]_ screen orthe radb.

  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    content QUICK START GUIDE GETTING TO KNOW THE CAMCORDER What's included with your car'ncorder Location of controls Using the remote control Identifying the screen displays GETTING STARTED Attaching/detaching the battery Charging the battery Checking the battery state BASIC OPERATmON OF THE CAMCORDER Turning your camcorder on/off Switching to the power saving mode Setting the operation modes...
  • Page 14 Using tile flash Using tile manual dial BASIC PLAYBACK Changing the playback mode Playing back videos Viewing photos USING THE MENU ITEMS Handling menus and quick menus Menu items Quick menu items ADVANCED RECORDING iSCENE Resolution Slow Motion White Balance Aperture Shutter Super C.Nite...
  • Page 15 87 Slide Show Music 87 Slide Show Interval 88 Slide Show Effect 88 File I nfo SYSTEM SETTING LCD Brightness LCD Enhancer Guideline Date/Time Display TV Type TV Display HDMI TV Out AutoLCDOff Remote PC Software USB Connect TV Connect Guide Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) Storage Type (HMX-S15/S16 Only) Storage Info...
  • Page 16 co te t,s WIRELESS NETWORK CONNECTION Auto connecting to a nebNork 114 Manual network connection CONFIGURATION (HMX-S15/816 ONLY} 115 Device information USING THE WIRELESS NETWORK Playing videos/photos on the TV screen 117 Sharing the videos/photos (HMX-S15/S16 ONLY} 118 Setting up the optimal network configuration for DLNA streaming 119 Saving the videos/photos to a PC 120 Transferring videos and photos between other...
  • Page 17 ouioK start euloe This aUlCK start g Jlae imroauces me basic operation and features of your camcorder. See me reference pages for more nformation. You can recora videos in H.264 format that are convenlem to emall ana snare w th your frienas and family.
  • Page 18 Recording videos Recording photos Your camcorder uses advanced H.264 1. Open the LCD screen. compression technology give you the 2. Select the Photo record (l_l) mode by clearest video quality. pressing the MODE button. 1. Open the LCD screen. 3. Press the PHOTO button lightly to •...
  • Page 19 Viewing videos or photos on the LCD screen You can find your desired recordings quickly by using the thumbnail index view. 1. Touch the Pay (_) tab on the LCD screen in STBY mode. 2. Touch the desired thumbnail (_,/_,/_) tab, then touch the desired image.
  • Page 20 Importing and viewing videos/photos from the camcorder to your PC 1. Launch the Intelli-studio program by connecting the camcorder to your PC via USB cable. • The new file saving window appears with the Intelli--studio main window. Click "Yes", the uploading procedure will start.
  • Page 21 • Parts and accessories cars be purchased afler consulting with your local Samsung dealer. SAMSUNG is not responsible for reduced battery life time or malfunctions caused by any unauthorized use of accessories such as the AC power adaptor or the batteries.

  • Page 22: Location Of Controls

    the o moorder LOCATION OF CONTROLS | Front/Left I]] Remote control sensor I]_ Backlight (@) button Recording indicator @ AV jack (Composite) I_ Built-in flash HDMI jack USB jack Lens Jack cover(o4_ I]=[j_l]_il] AV) i_ Manual button/dial I_ Power (_'_J)) button i_ ZOOM MICROPHONE SYSTEM...
  • Page 23 | Rear/Right/Top/Bottom Memory card cover Recording star,/stop button _} Memory card slot I_ Charging (CHG)indicator MODE button / Mode indicator I_] Jack cover (_1]© D© DI_) ,_j: Video mode _]] DC IN jack _11 : Photo mode @ External microphone (MIC) jack @ Zoom (W/T) lever @ Battery release switch...

  • Page 24: Using The Remote Control

    the o moorder USING THE REMOTE CONTROL You can operate the camcorder at a distance with a remote control. REC (Recording star,/stop) button Skip (_/_) button Stop (,{,_)button MENU button Contro (Q/G/Q/Q/#:_') buttons PHOTO button Zoom (W/T) button Search ((_/_) button Slow playback (Q) button Play/Pause ('9) button...
  • Page 25 • The button battery has a expected lifetime of 5 to 6 months, depending on how much you use the remote control. • You can purchase a replacement CR2025 type button battery at your local Samsung dealer, • De not pick up the battery using tweezers or other metal tools. This will cause a short circuit, •...

  • Page 26: Identifying The Screen Displays

    the oamoorder iDENTiFYiNG THE SCREEN DISPLAYS The available functions vary depending on the operation mode you haw_ selected, Different indicators appear depending on the setting values, PRECHECK! • This On Screen Display (OSD) is shown in the Video record mode only.
  • Page 27 PRECH_:CK! • This On Screen Display (OSD) is shown in the Photo record mode only. • Select the Photo record (1_) mode by pressing the MODE button. "_page 27 | Photo record mode Center of the LCD screen Operating status (focus / recording)/ _* / _,*'_._,"...
  • Page 28 the o moorder PRECHECK! • This On Screen Display (OSD) is shown in the Video play mode only. • Select the Play (@) tab on the LCD screen to select the Video play (@_/_,_) mode. _page | Video play mode _ Top of the LCD screen Video play mode Operating status (play, pause, etc.) /...
  • Page 29 PRECHECK! • This On Screen Display (OSD) is shown in the Photo play mode only. • Select the Play tab on the LCD screen to select the Photo play (_) mode. _page | Photo play mode Top of the LCD screen Photo play mode / @_:_1oI Slide show / Playback zoom (X1.1 -X8.0)

  • Page 30: Attaching/Detaching The Battery

    • Gently slide the Battery release switch in the direction as shown in the figure. • Samsung is not responsible for problems that are caused by using unapproved batteries. If you use batteries from other manufacturers, there is a danger of overheating, fire, or explosion, •...

  • Page 31: Charging The Battery

    CHARGING THE BATTERY You can charge the battery using the AC power adaptor or USB cable. PRECHECK! Before starting the following procedure, make sure that the battery is attached in your camcorder, | To charge the battery with the AC power adaptor 1.

  • Page 32: Checking The Battery State

    aett na CHECKING THE BATTERY STATE You can check the charging state and remaining battery capacity. | To check the charging state The color of the LED indicates the power charging state. The color of the charging indicator shows the charging state.
  • Page 33 'HD' stands for high definition image quality and 'SD' stands for standard image quality. - The time is only for ref_)rence. Times shown above are measured under Samsung's test conditions. Your times may differ, depending on your usage and corlditions.
  • Page 34 qett nq started e Battery Properties A lithiumqon battery is small-sized and has a high capacity. Low ambient temperature (below 100 °) may shorten its life-span and affect its function. Before recording in low temperatures, put the battery into your pocket to warm it, then install it in the camcerder.

  • Page 35: Turning Your Camcorder On/Off

    TURNING YOUR CAMCORDER ON/OFF LCD screen Power (@) button 1. Open the LCD screen to turn on the camcorder. • Your camcorder turns on automatically when you open the LCD screen. • The lens opens automatically when the camcorder turns on. •...

  • Page 36: Switching To The Power Saving Mode

    SWiTCHiNG TO THE POWER SAVING MODE If you need to use camcorder for the extended time, setting the following functions prevents unnecessary energy consumption. • The camcorder switches to "Quick On STBY" mode when the LCD screen is closed. _page •...

  • Page 37: Setting The Operation Modes

    SETTING THE OPERATION MODES You can switch the operating mode in the following order each time you press the MODE button: Video mode (4_) _ Photo mode (1_11). • Each time the operation mode changes, the respective mode indicator lights turn on. •...

  • Page 38: Using The Touch Panel

    USING THE TOUCH PANEL The touch panel lets your playback and record with a simple touch of your finger. Place your hand on the rear side of the LCD screen to support it. Then, touch the items displayed on the screen.

  • Page 39: Setting The Time Zone And Date/Time For The First Time

    fret trne ettina SETTING THE TIME ZONE AND DATE/TIME FOR THE FIRST TIME Set the date and time of your local area when turning on this camcorder for the first time. Open the LCD screen to turn on the camcorder. Your camcorder turns on automatically when you open the LCD...

  • Page 40: Selecting The Languages

    fret trne ettina SELECTING THE LANGUAGES You can select the language in which the camcorder displays the menu screen or messages. The language setting is retained when the camcorder is powered off. 1. Touch the Menu (_) --, Setting (#_:,)tab. 2.

  • Page 41: Selecting The Storage Media (Hmx-S15/S16 Only)

    SELECTING THE STORAGE MEDIA (HMX-S15/S16 ONLY) You can record videos and photos in the internal memory or a memory card. Select the desired storage media before starting recording or playback. PRECHFCK! • You carl use SD or SDHC cards in your camcorder. (However, some cards are not compatible, depending on the memory card manufacturer and memory card type.)
  • Page 42 INSERTING / EJECTING A MEMORY CARD (NOT SUPPLIED) | To insert a memory card | To eject a memory card 1. Open the memory card cover. 1. Open the memory card cover. 2. Insert the memory card into the card slot 2.
  • Page 43 SELECTING A SUITABLE MEMORY CARD (NOT SUPPLIED) • This camcorder can be used with SD Terminals Terminals (Secure Digital) and SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) cards. We recommend you use an SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) card. SD cards up to 2GB are supported by this camcorder.
  • Page 44 Be careful to keep the memory card out of the reach of children, who might swallow it. • Samsung is not responsible for data loss due to misuse. • We recommend using a memory card case to prevent data loss from motion or static electricity.

  • Page 45: Recordable Time And Capacity

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

  • Page 46: Attaching The Grip Belt

    ATTACHING THE GRIP BELT Adjust the length of grip belt so that the camcorder is stable when you press the Recording start/stop button with your thumb. If you make the grip belt too tight and use excessiw_force to insert your hand,the grip belt hook of the camcorder may be damaged.

  • Page 47: Basic Camcorder Positioning

    BASIC CAMCORDER POSITIONING Use both hands while taking a video or photo to prevent the camcorder from shaking. Try to avoid any slight movement while shooting. | Adjusting the shooting angle Aim the camcorder as shown in the illustration. 1o Hold the camcorder with your both hands. 2.

  • Page 48: Recording Videos

    RECORDING VIDEOS This camcorder supports both High Definition (HD) and Standard Definition (SD) image resolutions. Set your desired resolution before recording. _-,page 62 PRECHECK! • Insert a memory card. _page 32 • Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX $15/$16 only) _page •...
  • Page 49 • If power is interrupted or an error occurs during recording, the video may not be recorded/edited. • Samsung is not responsible for any damage caused by a failure of normal recording or playback operation because of memory card error.

  • Page 50: Capturing Photos During Video Recording

    CAPTURING PHOTOS DURING VIDEO RECORDING You can capture photos at the video STBY mode or during video recording with the touch of a button. It is convenient to record a video and photo at the same time without switching modes. PRECHECK! •...

  • Page 51: Recording Photos

    RECORDING PHOTOS You can take photos and store them in the storage media. Set the desired resolution before recording. _page 35 PREC_ECK! • Insert a memory card. ".,page 32 • Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX $15/$16 only) _page • Select the Photo record (1_11) mode by pressing the MODE button. _page 1.
  • Page 52 RECORDING WITH EASE FOR BEGINNERS (SMART AUTO) User-friendly SMART AUTO optimizes your camcorder to the recording conditions automatically, providing beginners with the best performance. 1. Press the SMART AUTO button. • Smart Auto (/:*) and Anti-shake (@t_)indicators appear on the LCD screen. In the photo recording mode, the smart flash (_T;) icon appears.

  • Page 53: Capturing Photos While Playing Back Videos

    CAPTURING PHOTOS WHILE PLAYING BACK VIDEOS You can capture photos during video playback, f_-- '-_ PRECHECK! Touch the Play (_) tab on the LCD screen to select the Video play (_/_0) mode. "-,page49 1. Recorded videos appear in a thumbnail index view. •...

  • Page 54: Zooming

    ZOOMING Use the zoom function for close-up or wide-angle recording. This camcorder allows you to record using 15x optical power zoom, 18x Intelli-zoom, and digital zoom. | To zoom in | To zoom out Press the T (zoom) button on the LCD panel or slide Press the W (zoom) button on the LCD panel or the zoom lever towards T (telephoto), slide the zoom lever towards W (wide angle),...

  • Page 55: Setting The Anti-Shake

    SETTING THE ANTI-SHAKE (OIS: OPTICAL IMAGE STABILIZER) Use the Anti-shake (OIS: Optical Image Stabilizer) function to compensate for unstable images caused by shaking movements when holding the camcorder. Press the Anti-shake (OIS) _ (¢_,) button to toggle the Anti-shake (OIS) mode between On and Off. •...

  • Page 56: Using Back Light Compensation Mode

    USING BACK LIGHT COMPENSATION MODE When a subject is lit from behind, this function will compensate for the lighting so that the subject is not too dark. Press the Back light (@) button to toggle the back light mode between On and Off. <Video record mode>...

  • Page 57: Using Tile Flash

    USING THE FLASH Using the flash, you can capture clear and bright photos even in shadows, at night, or indoors which need more light. Selectthe Photo record (1_) mode by pressingthe MODE button, _page 27 Press the FLash _.s (_S) button repeatedly to select the flash mode you want.

  • Page 58: Using Tile Manual Dial

    USING THE MANUAL DIAL You can assign one frequently used function (focus, aperture, shutter speed, or exposure) to the Manual Dial and then use the Manual Dial to set that function during recording. PREC/_ECK! Set the manual dial to the frequently used function (Focus, Aperture, Shutter, Exposure Value).

  • Page 59: Changing The Playback Mode

    iiiiii_i _/i!_i i__ii _II_ _:__ _:i _ CHANGING THE PLAYBACK MODE ....*' YOU Can Switch the record mode into the play mode by touching the Play (_) tab On tile LCD Screen, _, Recorded images are displayed in the thumbnail display and the most recently recorde d file is highlighte d. _,The camcorder will display the video or photo thumbnails, depending on which you recorded last,...

  • Page 60: Playing Back Videos

    PLAYING BACK VIDEOS You can preview recorded videos in a thumbnail index view, find your desired video quickly, and playback directly. PRECHECK! • Insert a memory card. "page 32 • Set the appropriatestorage media. (HMX $15/$16 only) _page 31 • Touch the Play(_) tab on the LCD screen to select the play mode. ",page 49 | To play back videos 1.
  • Page 61 De not power off or eject the memory card during photo playback. Doing so may damage the recorded data. • It may take some tkrle to start playback, depending on the size and quality of the selected video. • The camcorder may not play the following vide() files: A video whose file format is not supported on the camcerder •...
  • Page 62 | Various playback operations • Playback and pause alternates when you touch the Play ( Pause ( [-_l) tab during playback, • Touch the Return (_) tab to stop playback and return to the thumbnail. During playback, each touch of the Reverse search ( @ ) / Forward search ( [] ) tab increases the play speed: •...

  • Page 63: Viewing Photos

    VIEWING PHOTOS You can view recorded photos by using various playback functions. PRECHECK! • Insert a memory card. "-,page 32 • Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX $15/$16 only) _page • Touch the Play (_) tab on the LCD screen to select the play mode. _page 1.
  • Page 64 | Viewing a slide show You can view a photo slide show with background music. Touch the Slide Show ([_])tab during photo playback. • The (_]) indicator is displayed. The slide show starts from the current selected photo. All photos are played back continuously in the set slide show option.

  • Page 65: Handling Menus And Quick Menus

    HANDLING MENUS AND QUICK MENUS The instructions below are examples of how to access and use menu items using the Menu (_) tab and the Quick menu (_) tab. When you access and use other menu items, use these examples as guides. PRECHECK! •...
  • Page 66 | Using the Quick menu (_) Quick menu enables you to quickly access your favorite functions. You can easily select the desired menu with one-touch. i¸¸ yiiii! _ - 1. Touch the Quick menu tab on the LCD screen to see the available menu options.

  • Page 67: Menu Items

    MENU ITEMS • Accessible items in the menus vary depending on the operating mode. • For item operation details, go to the page number listed under Page in the table. | Video/photo record menu items • : available, X : not available iSCENE •...
  • Page 68 | Video/photo playback menu items • : available, X : not available Play Option • • Play All Background Music • Random Highlight • • • ..Story-Board Print • Delete • • • • Protect • • • Off (Singb) ...
  • Page 69 | Connectivity setting menu items Remote PC Software Connect Mass Storage Connect Guide Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) | Other setting menu items Storage info ......... Format ........ File NO: Series Time Zone Home Date/Time (Summer Time: Of 0 ......Date Type ..,JAN/0i/20i Time Type 12 Hr...

  • Page 70: Quick Menu Items

    QUICK MENU ITEMS • Quick menu is available only in the video and photo record mode. • Available menu items may depend on the operation mode you selected. • For item operation details, go to the page number listed under Page in the table. | Video/photo recording menu items...

  • Page 71: Iscene

    dv naed reaord na iSCENE Using the iScene function, you can select a setting that matches the scene you are shooting (Sports, Portrait, etc.). Based on your selection, the camcorder sets the appropriate shutter speed and aperture automatically for optimal recording. PRECHECK! Selecttherecord(_/l_)modebypressingthe MODE button._page27...

  • Page 72: Resolution

    dv naed reaord na Resolution You can select the resolution of video to be recorded on storage media. PRECHECK! Selectthe record (,_/11_11) m ode by pressingthe MODE button. _page 27 1. Touch the Menu (_) tab -- "Resolution" -- then the desired submenu item.

  • Page 73: Slow Motion

    Slow Motion You can record a video in slow motion. It is useful to record a fast moving subject such as a bird flying in the sky or golf swing, etc. so you can analyze the movement in detail. _REC_:CK! Select the Video record (_) mode by pressing the MODE button, _page 1.

  • Page 74: White Balance

    dv naed reaord na White Balance The color of your image depends on the type and quality of the light source. If you want the color of your image to be realistic, select an appropriate lighting condition to calibrate the white balance.

  • Page 75: Iso

    | To set the white balance manually 1. Touch the Menu tab _ "White Balance" "Custom WB." • The "(_:_) Set White Balance" indicator is displayed. Fill the screen with a white object, and touch the (_) tab. • The white balance setting is stored.

  • Page 76: Aperture

    dv noed reoord na Aperture The aperture controls the amount of light reaching the image sensor. The camcorder adjusts the aperture automatically depending on the subject and recording conditions. You can also manually adjust the Aperture to your preference. PRECHFCK! Select the record (4_/1_) mode by pressing the MODE button.

  • Page 77: Shutter

    Shutter The camcorder automatically sets the shutter speed depending on the scene's brightness. User high shutter speeds to record fast moving objects and low shutter speeds to record slow or stationary objects or objects in dimmer light. PRECHFCK! Select the record (4_/ut_) mode by pressing the MODE button.
  • Page 78 dv naed reaord na Depending on the intensity of the ambient light, your videos and photos may be too bright or dark. In these cases, you can adjust the exposure to get a better videos and photos. PRECHECK! Selectthe record (,_/11_1) mode by pressing the MODE button. '.-,page27 1, Touch the Menu (_) tab -- "EW' 2, Drag the exposure value dial toward the desired direction on the LCD screen to adjust the setting values.

  • Page 79: Super C.nite

    Super C.Nite The camcorder adjusts the shutter speed to get bright images without losing color when recording a slowly moving subject or in a dark place. PREC_:CK! Select the Video record (_) mode by pressing the MODE button, _page 1. Touch the Menu tab _ "Super C.Nite"...
  • Page 80 dv naed reaord na Focus The camcorder usually focuses on a subject automatically (auto focus). When the camcorder is turned on, the Focus function will always be set to auto-focus. You can also set the Focus function to manual and focus on a subject manually. PREC_ECK! Selectthe record (,a_/_) mode by pressingthe MODE button.
  • Page 81 Ifyou have a ny questions orcomments relating toSamsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center Samsung Electronics America, inc. 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) www.samsung.com/us RollS 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...

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