HMX-W200TN - Camcorder SAMSUNG - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL HMX-W200TN SAMSUNG

For video recording, use a memory card that supports faster write speeds.

- Recommended Memory Card: 4MB/s (Class 4) or above.

HMX-W190RN

HMX-W200RN

HMX-W200TN

Caring for water/dust/shock-proof capability

• The product is water-proof, dust-proof, and shock-proof.
- The product's dust-proof and water-proof performance complies with IP58.
• This product is available for general underwater recording in the sea, a river, or a lake.
- The product is water-proof to a depth of 3m (about 9.85 ft.) for about 30 minutes. If you exceed the depth or time limit, the water-proof functionality is not guaranteed.
• The product is shock-proof to a height of 2m (about 6.5 ft.).
- Samsung is not responsible for any malfunction or damage caused by your mishandling. Carefully read and understand cautions on underwater recording before use.
• To maintain water-proof performance, replace related parts annually. For replacement of such parts, consult your Samsung service center.

Before using the product under/near water

• Make sure to remove sand, hair, and other foreign substances from the product, and keep the lens glass clean.
• If you find foreign substances or water around the memory card/HDMI jack cover or USB plug cover, wipe it off with a soft, clean cloth that leaves no fabric dust. Even a very small amount of a foreign substance may cause damage or let water enter the product.
• Make sure the water-proof seal in the cover is undamaged. A damaged seal can damage or let water enter the product. If the seal is damaged, contact your nearest Samsung Service Center for a replacement.
• Do not open or close the memory card/HDMI jack cover or USB plug cover with wet or dirt/sand-covered hands. Also avoid opening the covers near water. It may introduce water or other foreign substances into the product.
• Use the underwater mode to ensure the optimal condition for under water recording. page 37
• Close the memory card/HDMI jack cover and USB plug cover. Make sure they click when you close them. If they do not click, they are not closed.

Using the product under/near water

• Do not use the product in water depths exceeding 3m (about 9.85 ft.).
• Do not use the product underwater for longer than 30 minutes.
• Do not open the memory card/HDMI jack cover or USB plug cover underwater.
• Do not use the product in hot water, such as a hot spring.
• Do not expose the product to strong vibration, shock, or pressure.
• Do not jump or dive into water holding the product.

- Do not use the product in strong water flows such as in rapids or under waterfalls. The strong water pressure may impair the water-proof performance or cause a malfunction.

• Do not place the product near sand. Sand can enter the speaker and microphone.
• Do not expose to direct sunlight for a long time. The product can overheat.
• Do not poke the speaker or microphone of the product with any sharp object. Water-proof performance will be degraded.
• If the product is splashed by substances such as sunscreen, tanning oil, or soap, wipe off immediately. The substances may impair the water-proof performance or cause discoloration.

Illustration of a mobile phone with a red screen and blue directional arrows, surrounded by tree branches (no text or symbols)

Available to record to a depth of 3m (about 9.85 ft.) for about 30 minutes

Cleaning after using the product under/near water

After using the product in water, rinse to remove foreign substances or salt from the product within 1 hour.

1 Immerse the product in clean water for 2\~3 minutes, and then gently shake it in the water to rinse it.

• Hold the product with the cleaned part facing down, and then gently shake the product.
• Bubbles may appear when the product is soaking in water. This is not a malfunction.
• If the product is not rinsed completely, the waterproof performance may deteriorate.
• Press each button of the product to remove salt or other foreign substances between/around the buttons.
• Do not use chemicals to clean the product including soap, neutral detergent or alcohol. You can damage the product's water-proof capability.

2 Remove the product from the water, and then wipe the water droplets off the product with a soft and dry cloth.

3 Dry the product completely in a well ventilated and shaded area.

• This product is designed to drain well. The water drains through the small holes around the buttons on the product.
• Do not use a device such as a hair dryer to dry the product. The waterproof performance may deteriorate or the appearance of the product can be transformed.
• Do not open the memory card/HDMI jack cover and the USB plug cover until the product has dried out.

Line drawing of a simple desk with a top and side table, no text or symbols present

• Do not open or close the memory card/HDMI jack cover or USB plug cover while on the beach or near water. It may introduce water or other foreign substances into the product.
• Do not open the memory card/HDMI jack cover or USB plug cover if this product is wet. It may introduce water or other foreign substances into the product.
• If there is water on this product, wipe it off with a soft and dry cloth until it is completely dry.
• Change the memory card in a dry place protected from sea breezes.
• After using the product under/near water, dry the internal microphone and speaker of the product completely. Not doing so may decrease the audio quality during video recording or playback.
• Do not poke the speaker or microphone of the product with any sharp object. Water-proof performance will be degraded.

Important safety instructions

Warning

To Reduce The Risk Of Fire Or Electric Shock, Do Not Expose This Apparatus To Rain Or Moisture.

Caution

Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing. Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus. If the product is plugged in, you must pull the plug out of the wall socket to turn the product off completely. Consequently, any wall socket you plug the product into must be readily accessible.

1 Read these instructions.
2 Keep these instructions.
3 Heed all warnings.
4 Follow all instructions.

5 Clean only with dry cloth.
6 Do not block any ventilation openings. Use in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
7 Do not place near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
8 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
9 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at the plug, receptacles, and the point where it exits from the apparatus.
10 Only use attachment/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
11 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over.
12 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

13 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as when the power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

1. Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing. Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

15. VENTILATION:

Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the PRODUCT and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. Never place your PRODUCT on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface: on or near a radiator or heat register. This PRODUCT should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to.

16. POWER SOURCES:

The PRODUCT should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply at your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. If your PRODUCT is intended to be operated by battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

17. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION:

This PRODUCT may be equipped with either a polarized 2-wire AC line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other) or a 3-wire grounding type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact

your electrician to replace your outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

18. POWER-CORD PROTECTION:

Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them. Pay particular attention to cords at their plug ends, at receptacles, and the point where they exit from the unit.

19. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING:

PRODUCT, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges, Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire and supporting structure, grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding to conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode. See figure below.

20. LIGHTNING:

For added protection of this PRODUCT during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the PRODUCT due to lightning and powerline surges.

21. POWER LINES:

An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

22. OVERLOADING:

Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

23. OBJECTS AND LIQUIDS:

Never push objects of any kind into this PRODUCT through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out a part that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquids of any kind onto the PRODUCT. Should spillage occur, unplug unit and have it checked by a technician before use.

24. SERVICING:

Do not attempt to service this PRODUCT yourself. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

25. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE:

Unplug this PRODUCT from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.

b. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects have fallen into the PRODUCT.

c. If the PRODUCT has been exposed to rain or water.

d. If the PRODUCT does not operate normally by following the operating instructions, adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the PRODUCT to its normal operation.

e. If the PRODUCT has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.

f. When the PRODUCT exhibits a distinct change in performance, this indicates a need for service.

26. REPLACEMENT PARTS:

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer which have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

27. SAFETY CHECK:

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this PRODUCT, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the PRODUCT is in safe operating order.

1. To prevent damage which may result in a fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

2. If this power supply is used at 240V ac, a suitable plug adaptor should be used.

USER INSTALLER CAUTION:

Your authority to operate this FCC certified equipment could be voided if you make changes or modifications not expressly approved by this party responsible for compliance to part 15 FCC rules.

NOTE:

LAMP(S) INSIDE THIS PRODUCT CONTAIN MERCURY AND MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL, STATE OR FEDERAL LAWS. For details see lamprecycle.org, eiae.org, or call 1-800-Samsung (7267864)

CALIFORNIA USA ONLY

This Perchlorate warning applies only to primary CR (Manganese Dioxide) Lithium coin cells in the product sold or distributed ONLY in California USA"Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate".

NOTE:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help and for additional suggestions. The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal Communications Commission helpful: "How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems." This Booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402, Stock No. 004-000-00345-4.

FCC Warning

The user is cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions;

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Before reading this user manual

SAFETY WARNINGS

What the icons and signs in this user manual mean;

Safety Icon Meaning
WARNING	There is a potential risk of death or serious injury.
CAUTION	There is a potential risk of personal injury or damage to the product.
	To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when using your product, follow these basic safety precautions.
	Settings required before using a function.
	Here are hints or page number references you will find helpful when you operate the product.

These warning signs are here to prevent injury to you and others. Please follow them explicitly. After reading this section, keep it in a safe place for future reference.

PRECAUTIONS

Warning!

When using the AC power adapter with your product, connect the adapter to an outlet with protective grounding.

If you plug the AC adapter into a 240V AC outlet, be sure to use a suitable plug adapter.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON USE

About this user manual

Thank you for purchasing this Samsung Product. Please read this user manual carefully before you use the product and keep it handy for future reference. Should your product fail to operate correctly, refer to Troubleshooting. ➤ pages 73\~81

This User Manual covers the HMX-W190RN, HMX-W200RN and HMX-W200TN models.

• Illustrations of model HMX-W200RN are used in this user manual.
- The displays in this user manual may not be exactly the same as those you see on the LCD screen.
- The design and specifications of the product and other accessories are subject to change without any notice.
- Before use, read 'Safety information' carefully and then use the product properly.
- Samsung is not responsible for any injury or damage caused by not following the user manual.
- In this manual, a 'memory card (card)' means a micro SD or micro SDHC.
- In this user manual, the icon or symbol in the parenthesis appearing in a description of a submenu item will appear and remain on the LCD screen when you set the item.
Example) Submenu item of "Video Resolution" → page 47
- "1080/30p": Records in the FULL HD (1920x1080/30p) format. (If set, the (Full HD) icon appears and remains on the LCD screen.)

The following terms are used in this manual:

• 'Scene' refers to the point where you press the OK (REC) button to start recording until you press again to stop the recording.
• The terms 'photo' and 'still image' are used interchangeably and have the same meaning.

Before using this product

• This product records video in H.264 (MPEG4/AVC) format.
- You can play back and edit the video recorded by the product on a personal computer using the internal software of this product.
- Please note that this product is not compatible with other digital video formats.
- Before recording an important video, make a trial recording. Play back your trial recording to make sure the video and audio have been recorded properly.
- Recorded contents may be lost due to a mistake when handling the product or memory card, etc.
Samsung will not provide compensation for damage due to the loss of recorded contents.
• Make a backup of important recorded data.
Protect your important recorded data by copying the files to a PC. We also recommend you copy them from your PC to other recording media for storage. Refer to the software installation and USB connection guide.
- Copyrights: Please note that this product is intended for individual use only.
Data recorded on the storage media in this product using other digital/analog media or devices is protected by the Copyright Act and can not be used without permission of the owner of the copyright, except for personal enjoyment. Even if you record an event such as a show, performance, or exhibition for personal enjoyment, we strongly recommend that you obtain permission beforehand.
- For Open Source license information, refer to the "Opensource-W200.pdf" in the provided CD-ROM.

Notes regarding trademarks

• 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. Furthermore, “TM” and “®” are not mentioned in each case in this manual.
• The micro SD logo is a trademark. The micro SDHC logo is a trademark.
• Microsoft ^® , Windows ^® , Windows Vista ^® , Windows ^® 7, and DirectX ^® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
• Intel ^® , Core ^™ , Core 2 Duo ^® , and Pentium ^® are the registered trademarks or trademarks of the Intel Corporation in the United States and other countries.
• AMD and Athlon™ are either registered trademarks or trademarks of AMD in the United States and other countries.
• Macintosh, Mac OS are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Apple Inc. in the United States and/or other countries.
• YouTube is a trademark of Google Inc.
  • Flickr is a trademark of Yahoo.
  • Facebook is a trademark of Facebook Inc.
  • twitter is a trademark of twitter Inc.
• Picasa is a trademark of Google Inc.
• HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
• Adobe, the Adobe logo, and Adobe Acrobat are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.

Safety information

The safety precautions illustrated below are to prevent personal injury or material damages. Heed all instructions carefully.

WARNING

There is a potential risk of death or serious injury.

Prohibited action. Do not touch the product.

CAUTION

There is a potential risk of personal injury or damage to the product.

Do not disassemble the product. This precaution must be followed.

WARNING

Do not allow water, metal, or inflammable material to enter the product. Doing so may pose a fire hazard.

No oil! Oil entering the product can cause electric shock or cause the product to malfunction.

Do not aim the product directly into the sun. Doing so could cause eye injuries, and may cause internal parts of the product to malfunction.

Do not dispose of the product in a fire. Fire can cause the battery to explode.

Never use cleaning fluid or similar chemicals to clean the product. Do not spray cleaners directly on the product.

Keep memory cards out of the reach of children. If the memory card is swallowed by a child, consult a physician immediately.

If the product produces an abnormal sound or smell, or smokes, immediately request service from a Samsung service center. There is a risk of fire or personal injury.

WARNING

Connect the USB plug to a USB jack on a PC or an adaptor. Do not insert the plug forcibly if it does not match the jack. You can break the plug.

If the USB plug gets hot or the product produces an abnormal sound or smell when charging or when sending data, unplug the USB plug immediately and request service from a Samsung service center. There is risk of fire or personal injury.

Don't disassemble or attempt to repair the USB plug or the product. There is a risk of fire or electric shock.

Do not place heavy objects on the USB plug. Heavy objects can cause the plug to break or disconnect from the product.

Do not open and close memory card cover or USB plug cover near or in the water. Do not open or close the cover with wet hands. Either action may cause an electric shock or damage the product.

Do not touch the USB cable or plug with wet hands. There is a risk of electric shock.

CAUTION

Do not press the surface of the LCD with force, or hit it with a sharp object. If you push the LCD surface, you can cause unevenness in the display.

Do not drop or expose the product or its accessories to severe vibrations or impact. This can cause the product or its accessories to malfunction or cause personal injury.

Do not use the product on a tripod (not supplied) in a place where the tripod is subject to severe vibrations or impact.

Do not use the product in direct sunlight or near heating equipment. The heat may cause a malfunction or injury.

Do not leave the product in a closed vehicle for a long time where the temperature is very high. High temperatures can cause the product to malfunction and the battery to explode or burst into flame.

Do not expose the product to soot or steam. Thick soot or steam could damage the product case or cause the product to malfunction.

Do not use the product near dense exhaust generated by gasoline or diesel engines, or near a corrosive gas such as hydrogen sulphide. Doing so may corrode the external or internal terminals, disabling normal operation.

Do not expose the product to insecticide. Insecticide entering the product could cause the product to operate abnormally. Turn the product off and cover it with vinyl sheet, etc. before using insecticide.

CAUTION

Contents

Caring for water/dust/shock-proof capability ..... ii

Before reading this user manual 2

Safety information 4

Quick start guide 10

Getting to know the product 14

WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH YOUR PRODUCT 14

LOCATION OF CONTROLS 15

IDENTIFYING THE SCREEN DISPLAYS 17

Getting started 21

CHARGING THE BATTERY 21

CHECKING THE BATTERY STATE 22

Basic operation of the product 24

TURNING YOUR PRODUCT ON/OFF 24

SETTING THE DATE/TIME FOR THE FIRST TIME.... 24

SWITCHING THE INFORMATION DISPLAY MODE 27

USING THE STRAP 27

SELECTING THE OSD LANGUAGE 28

Getting ready to start recording 29

INSERTING/EJECTING A MEMORY CARD (NOT SUPPLIED) ..... 29

SELECTING A SUITABLE MEMORY CARD (NOT SUPPLIED) ..... 30

Advanced recording 47

Video Resolution 47

Photo Resolution 47

Smart Filter 48

Back Light 49

Face Detection 50

Anti-Shake (DIS) 51

Advanced playback 52

Play Mode 52

Delete....53

Protect 54

Share Mark 55

Slide Show 56

File Info....56

Other settings 57

SETTING MENU ITEMS 57

Storage Info 57

File No 58

Date/Time Set 58

Date/Time Display 59

LCD Brightness 59

Auto LCD Off 60

Beep Sound 60

Shutter Sound 61

Auto Power Off 61

PC Software 62

Format 62

Default Set.... 63

Language 63

Connecting to a TV 64

CONNECTING TO A HIGH DEFINITION TV WITH HDMI 64

VIEWING ON A TV SCREEN 64

Using with a Windows computer 65

WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH A WINDOWS COMPUTER 65

USING THE Intelli-studio PROGRAM 66

USING AS A REMOVABLE STORAGE DEVICE 71

Troubleshooting 73

WARNING INDICATORS AND MESSAGES 73

SYMPTOMS AND SOLUTIONS 76

Additional information 82

MAINTENANCE....82

USING YOUR PRODUCT ABROAD 83

GLOSSARY 84

Specifications....85

Quick start guide

This quick start guide introduces the basic operation and features of your product. See the reference pages for more information.

STEP 1: Get ready

1 Insert a memory card.

→ page 29

- You can use commercially available micro SDHC or micro SD memory cards with this product.

2 Charge the battery fully.

page 21

- The battery is fully charged when the CHG (charging) indicator light turns green.

The product comes with the battery installed. No additional battery is required. Charge the product's internal battery via the USB connection.

STEP 2: Record with your product

Recording videos

Your product uses advanced H.264 compression technology to give you the clearest video quality.

Using Underwater mode

The product provides general water-proof performance which enables underwater recording in seas, rivers, and lakes. Enable the underwater mode to record clear video under water. Read and understand cautions on underwater recording before use. -page 37

1 Press the Power (button.
2 Press the Mode (💡) button to set the video recording mode.

Illustration of a mobile phone with a control panel and a play button (no text or symbols)

3 Press the OK (REC) button.

• To stop recording, press the OK (REC) button again.

Recording photos

You can take photos and store them in the storage media. Set the desired resolution before recording.

1 Press the Power (button.
2 Press the Mode (💡) button to set the photo recording mode.

Illustration of a mobile phone with a control panel and a camera icon (no text or symbols)

3 Frame the subject in the LCD screen, and half-press the OK (REC) button.
4 Press the OK (REC) button fully when the subject is in focus. • The shutter sound is heard and the photo is recorded.

Silhouette of a person in motion with directional arrows (no text or symbols)

- The default video resolution setting is "720/30p". - You can also take photos while recording a video. page 35

STEP 3: Play back videos or photos

Viewing videos or photos on the LCD screen

You can find recordings quickly by using the thumbnail index view.

1 Press the Playback (▶ button to set the playback mode.

Illustration of a mobile phone with a play button and control knob (no text or symbols)

2 In Play Mode, select "Video" or "Photo". →page 52

- The recorded videos or photos appear in the thumbnail index view.

3 Press the T/W/Display (☐) / Underwater (☐) button to select the desired video or photo, then press the OK (REC) button.

STEP 4: Save recorded videos or photos

Using the Intelli-studio program built into your product, you can import videos/photos into your computer and edit or share the videos/photos with your friends and family. For details, see pages 65\~70

Importing videos/photos from the product to your PC and viewing them on your PC screen

1 Start the Intelli-studio program by connecting the built-in USB plug of the product to your PC.

- A new file saving screen appears with the Intelli-studio main window. Click "Yes". The uploading procedure starts.

Illustration of a computer setup with monitor, keyboard, mouse, and computer tower (no text or symbols)

Intelli-studio runs automatically after you have connected your product to a Windows computer (if you have set "PC Software: On" in the product). → page 62

2 Any new files are saved to your PC and registered to "Contents Manager" in the Intelli-studio program.

- You can arrange the files by different criteria such as Face, Date, Location, etc.

3 Double-click the file you would like to play back.

Sharing videos/photos on Web sites

Share your contents with the world, by uploading videos and photos directly to a web site with a single click.

Click "Share (☐)" → "Upload" on the browser. →page 69

STEP 5: Delete videos or photos

If the product's storage media is full, you can not record new videos or photos. Save videos and photos to your computer, and then delete the videos or photos you've saved to your computer from the product's storage media.

Then, you can record new videos or photos in the newly freed-up space.

Playback (→ Select files by using T/W/Display (□□)/Underwater (□) → Delete (→ Display (□/Underwater (□)/OK (REC) → page 53

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    A["Smartphone"] --> B["Email"]
    B --> C["Video Film"]
    C --> D["Image of a person running"]
    D --> E["Email to Email"]

Getting to know the product

WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH YOUR PRODUCT

Your new product comes with the following accessories. If any of these items are missing from your box, call Samsung's Customer Care Center.

Line drawing of a Samsung portable electronic device with speaker grille and control panel (no text or symbols on body)

Model name Color Internal memory Lens
HMX-W190RN	Red	No Digital zoom: x3
HMX-W200RN
HMX-W200TN Titan gray

Although the models have some features that are different, they operate in the same way.

Check your accessories

Strap (AD63-02604A)

User manual CD (AD46-00408A)

Quick start guide (AD68-06510A)

Optional accessories

Micro SD/SDHC card Micro SD/SDHC Adapter (AD61-04325A)

Mini HDMI cable (AD39-00159A)

• The exact appearance of each item may vary by model.
• The contents may vary depending on the sales region.
- You can purchase parts and accessories from your local Samsung dealer. SAMSUNG is not responsible for reduced battery life time or malfunctions caused by any unauthorized use of accessories.
- A memory card is not included. See page 30 for memory cards compatible with your product.
- Your product includes the user manual CD and the printed quick start guide.

LOCATION OF CONTROLS

Rear/Left

1 LCD screen
2 T/W button
3 OK (REC) button
4 Display (10) button
5 Playback (button
6 Delete (button
7 Power (button
8 CHG (Charging) indicator
9 Underwater (button
10 Mode (💡) button
11 MENU button
12 Share (U) / Pause button
13 Internal speaker
14 Strap hook

Front/Right/Bottom

1 Internal microphone
2 Lens
3 Cover (Built-in USB plug)
4 Open/Close lever (Built-in USB plug)
5 Water-proof seal (Built-in USB plug)
6 Built-in USB plug
7 Built-in USB open lever
8 Tripod receptacle
9 Memory card slot
10 HDMI jack
11 Reset button
12 Water-proof seal (Memory card, HDMI jack)
13 Open/Close lever (Memory card, HDMI jack)
14 Cover (Memory card, HDMI jack)

Be careful not to cover the internal microphone and lens during recording.

IDENTIFYING THE SCREEN DISPLAYS

The available functions vary depending on the operation mode you have selected. Different indicators appear depending on the setting values.

• This On Screen Display (OSD) is shown in the video recording mode only.
- Press the Mode (💡) button to set the video recording mode. →page 25

Video recording mode

Top of the LCD screen

Indicator Meaning
	Video recording mode
	Smart Auto / Underwater mode
[579Min]	Remaining recordable time
STBY/0/0	Operating status (standby/ recording/pause/photo capturing)
	Storage media (memory card)
	Battery information (remaining charge level)

Right of the LCD screen

Indicator Meaning
	Digital Zoom bar

Bottom of the LCD screen

Indicator Meaning
HD	Video Resolution
	Smart Filter
	Back Light
	Face Detection
	Anti-Shake (DIS)
JAN:01:2011 12:00AM	Date/Time

• The settings of functions marked with * are not retained when the product is turned off.
• The on-screen indicators are based on a micro SDHC memory card with a 32GB capacity.
• The screen above is an example and may differ from the actual display.
• For warning indicators and messages, see pages 73–75
• The illustrated items above and their positions may be changed without notice to improve performance.

• This On Screen Display (OSD) is shown in the photo recording mode only.
- Press the Mode / button to set the photo recording mode. →page 25

Photo recording mode

Top of the LCD screen

Indicator Meaning
	Photo recording mode
	Smart Auto / Underwater mode
[9999]	Photo counter(total number of recordable photos)
	Operating status(focusing/photo capturing)
	Storage media (memory card)
	Battery information(remaining charge level)

Right of the LCD screen

Indicator Meaning
	Digital Zoom bar

Bottom of the LCD screen

Indicator Meaning
	Photo Resolution
	Smart Filter
	Back Light
	Face Detection
	Anti-Shake (DIS)
JAN/01/2011 12:00AM	Date/Time

• The settings of functions marked with ★ are not retained when the product is turned off.
• The total number of recordable photos is based on available space on the storage media.
• The largest number the OSD Image Counter can display is "9,999".

• This On Screen Display (OSD) is shown in the video playback mode only.
• Press the Playback (▶) button to set the playback mode. → page 39

| Video playback mode : Thumbnail view

| Video playback mode: Single view

The on-screen indicators appear briefly. They reappear when you press the OK (REC) button.

Top of the LCD screen

Indicator Meaning
	Video playback mode
0:00:55	Duration of video
1/10	Current video/Number of total recorded videos
	Battery information (remaining battery level)

Top of the LCD screen

Indicator Meaning
	Video playback mode
	Video Resolution
	Operating status ( playback/pause/search/slow motion playback)
0:00:00/0:00:55	Time code(elapsed time/recorded time)
	Battery information(remaining battery level)
	Erase protection
	Share mark
100-0001	File name (file number)

Center of the LCD screen

Indicator Meaning
	Protect
	Share mark
	Scroll bar

Bottom of the LCD screen

Indicator Meaning
Menu Play Mode	Button guide

Center of the LCD screen

Indicator Meaning
	- Previous skip/Rewind (◀)◀ Forward skip/Fast Forward ▶/▶ Volume up/down (+/+ Playback/Pause ▶/□) Reverse/forward slow motion playback (◀/▶

Bottom of the LCD screen

Indicator Meaning
JAN/01/2011 12:00AM	Recorded date/time
	Button guide

• This On Screen Display (OSD) is shown in the photo playback mode only.
• Press the Playback (▶) button to set the playback mode. → page 39

Photo playback mode: Thumbnail view

Top of the LCD screen

Indicator Meaning
	Photo playback mode
1/10	Current photo/Number of total recorded photos
	Battery information (remaining battery level)

Center of the LCD screen

Indicator Meaning
@-m	Protect
	Scroll bar

Bottom of the LCD screen

Indicator Meaning
Menu Play Mode	Button guide

Photo playback mode: Single view

Top of the LCD screen

Indicator Meaning
	Photo playback mode
55M	Photo Resolution
	Slide show
1/10	Current photo/Number of total recorded photos
	Battery information (remaining battery level)
	Erase protection
100-0001	File name (file number)

Center of the LCD screen

Indicator Meaning
	- Previous/Next photo ( ) - Playback zoom ( )

Bottom of the LCD screen

Indicator Meaning
Multi View	Button guide
JAN/01/2011 12:00AM	Recorded date/time

The on-screen indicators appear briefly. They reappear when you press the OK (REC) button.

CHARGING THE BATTERY

Battery for this product is built into the product.

Be sure to charge the battery before you start using your product.

- You can charge the battery with the built-in USB plug.

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1 Press the Power ( ) button to turn off the product.

2 Slide and open the Open/Close lever in the direction of the arrow to pop out the built-in USB plug, as shown in the figure.

- When you press the USB open lever, the USB plug will pop out if the built-in USB plug cover is open.

3 Connect the built-in USB plug of the product to the USB port of a PC and please check if the USB port complies with the standard of rated power limit.

- The charging (CHG) indicator lights up and charging starts. After the battery is fully charged, the charging (CHG) indicator turns green.

4 When the charging is completed, detach the USB plug from the PC, and then push in the built-in USB plug.
5 Slide and close the Open/Close lever in the direction of the arrow to close the built-in USB plug cover, as show in the figure.

• Do not force the built-in USB plug.

• Depending on your computer environment, you can attach an external USB cable (not supplied) to the product's USB plug and your computer's USB port to charge the product.
• The battery does not charge if you operate the product when it is connected to a PC. To charge the battery when it is connected to your PC with the built-in USB plug, you must turn the product off.

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 or charging state.

(Orange)	Charging
(Orange blink)	Error
(Green)	Fully charged

Battery level display

The battery level display shows the amount of power remaining in the battery.

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Battery level indicator	State Message
	Fully charged -
	25-50% used -
	50-75% used -
	75-95% used -
	95-98% used -
	Exhausted (flickers): The product will be forced to turn off after 3 minutes. Charge the battery as soon as possible.	-
- After 3 seconds, the product turns off. "Low Battery"

The figures above are based on a fully charged battery at a normal temperature. Low ambient temperature may affect the use time.

Available running time for the battery

Charging time	Approx. 270min.(Use the built-in USB plug)
Resolution\Mode	Continuous recording time	Playback time
1080/30p	Approx. 120 min. Approx. 180 min.
720/30p	Approx. 130 min. Approx. 200 min.

• Charging time: Approximate time in minutes required to fully charge a completely exhausted battery.
• Recording/Playback time: Approximate time available when you have fully charged the battery.
• Times shown above are measured under Samsung's test conditions. Your times may differ, depending on your usage and conditions.

• The recording and playback times will be shorter when you use your product in low temperatures.
• The charging time will vary depending on the amount of charge left in the battery.
• Depending on your PC specifications, the charging time can be prolonged.

Continuous recording (without zoom)

The continuous recording time above shows the available recording time when you record without using any other function after recording starts.

The battery may discharge 2-3 times faster than this reference if you use the recording start/stop, zoom, and playback functions.

About the battery

- Battery properties

A lithium-ion battery is small-sized and has a high capacity. Low ambient temperature (below 10^ C ( 50^ F)) may shorten its usage time and affect its function.

- Be careful not to completely discharge the battery.

• When fully discharged, a battery damages its internal cells. The battery may be prone to leakage when fully discharged.
• If the battery is not used for a long time, fully charge the battery and then, using your product, drain the charge completely once every 3 months to keep the battery functioning properly.
• A battery which is completely discharged may not turn on the recharging LED during charging. This is deliberate and is designed to protect the battery. If you start charging and the charge indicator does not light within 5 minutes, contact your local Samsung dealer.

• The battery lifetime is limited.

• Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use. If decreased usage time between charges becomes significant, it is probably time to replace the battery with a new one. Contact your local Samsung dealer.
• Each battery's life is affected by storage, operating, and environmental conditions.

Basic operation of the product

TURNING YOUR PRODUCT ON/OFF

You can turn the power on or off by pressing the Power (⏻) button.

• The product operates the self-diagnosis function when powered on. ➤ pages 73\~75
• Press the Reset button with any sharp object if the product does not turn on. ▼page 81

When using this product for the first time

When you use your product for the first time or after you reset it, the date/time set screen appears at start-up. Set the date and time.

SETTING THE DATE/TIME FOR THE FIRST TIME

Set the date and time of your local area when you turn on the product for the first time.

1 Press the Power (☐) button to turn on the product.

- When you turn on your product for the first time, the Date/Time Set screen appears.

2 Set each date or time value by pressing the T/W buttons.

- To move left or right, press the Display (☐☐) or Underwater (☐) button.

3 After setting AM/PM, press the OK (REC) button.

• The product exits the date/time screen.

• The year can be set up to 2037.
- Set "Date/Time Display" to On. →page 59
- User settings may be reset to the default if the internal battery has been discharged completely. After using the product, recharge it before storing.
- If the internal battery has been discharged completely, the Date/Time setting resets to "JAN/01/2011 12:00AM".

You can switch the operating mode in the following order each time you press the Mode (button: Video recording mode Photo recording mode.

• Each time the operation mode changes, the respective mode indicator appears.
- Pressing the Playback (▶) button in the recording mode switches to the playback mode.

Mode	Mode indicator	Functions
Video recording mode		To record videos.
Photo recording mode		To record photos.
Playback mode		To play back videos or photos.

USING THE T/W/DISPLAY (☐) UNDERWATER (☐/OK (REC) BUTTON

The functions of the T/W/Display (☐) / Underwater (☐) / OK (REC) buttons vary according to the operation mode you are using. The following tables list the buttons and the functions they perform in each mode.

Menu screen

Button Menu screen
T	Moves the cursor up
W	Moves the cursor down
I01	Moves to the previous menu
	Moves to the next menu
OK (REC)	Confirms selection

Recording mode

Button Video recording mode Photo recording mode
T	Digital zoom (telephoto)→page 38	Digital zoom (telephoto)→page 38
W	Digital zoom (wide-angle)→page 38	Digital zoom (wide-angle)→page 38
I□I	Display → page 27 Display	→page 27
	Underwater mode → page 37	Underwater mode→page 37
OK (REC)	Video recording start/stop→page 33	Photo capturing → page 36

Playback mode

Button	Video playback mode(Single view)	Photo playback mode(Single view)
T	Increases the volume →page 41 -
W	Decreases the volume →page 41 -
IOI	- Search playback RPS(Reverse Playback Search) rate: x2→x4→x8→x16 →page 41- Previous skip playback →page 41- Reverse slow motion playback →page 41	Previous image →page 43
	- Search playback FPS(Forward Playback Search) rate: x2→x4→x8→x16 →page 41- Next skip playback →page 41- Forward slow motion playback →page 41	Next image →page 43
OK (REC)	Playback/Pause →page 41 Playback zoom →page 44

SWITCHING THE INFORMATION DISPLAY MODE

You can display or hide on-screen information.

Press the Display (10) button in the standby mode.

- The full and minimum display modes alternate.

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Silhouette of a person in motion, possibly dancing or running (no text or symbols)

Warning indicators and messages may appear depending on the recording conditions. ➕ pages 73\~75

USING THE STRAP

Attach the strap and place your hand through the loop to prevent the product from being dropped.

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SELECTING THE OSD LANGUAGE

You can select the language of the menu or messages displayed on the LCD screen. The product retains the language setting even when you turn it off.

1 Press the MENU button.

• The menu screen appears.

2 Press the Display (☐☐) / Underwater (☐) button to select "Settings".

• The settings menu appears.

3 Press the T/W button to select "Language", and then press the OK (REC) button.

4 Press the T/W button to select the desired OSD language, and then press the OK (REC) button.

5 To exit, press the MENU button.

- The product displays the menus and messages in the language you selected.

Supported languages

English	한국어	Français Deutsch Italiano
Español Português		Русский	中文

- "Language" options may be changed without prior notice.

- The date and time format may change depending on the selected language.

Getting ready to start recording

INSERTING/EJECTING A MEMORY CARD (NOT SUPPLIED)

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    D --> E["Final Display with SANSOLED Interface"]

To insert a memory card

1 Turn off the product. Then, slide the Open/Close lever in the direction of the arrow and open the memory card cover as shown in the figure above.
2 Insert the memory card into the card slot until it softly clicks.
- Make sure that the brand label portion of the card is facing left and the product is placed as shown in the figure.
3 To close and lock the memory card cover, close the cover, and then slide the Open/Close lever in the direction of the arrow as show in the figure.

To eject a memory card

1 Turn off the product. Then, slide the Open/Close lever in the direction of the arrow and open the memory card cover as shown in the figure above.
2 Gently push the memory card to eject it.
3 To close and lock the memory card cover, close the cover, and then slide the Open/Close lever in the direction of the arrow as show in the figure.

• To avoid the data loss, turn off the product by pressing the Power (☐) button before inserting or ejecting the memory card.
• If you eject the memory card from the product while it is on, the product turns off.
• Be careful not to push the memory card too hard. The memory card may suddenly pop out.

Your product supports only micro SD and micro SDHC cards.

Compatibility with the product may vary depending on the manufacturer and the type of memory card.

SELECTING A SUITABLE MEMORY CARD (NOT SUPPLIED)

Compatible memory cards

• You can use micro SD and micro SDHC cards with this product. We recommend you use a micro SDHC card. This product supports micro SD cards up to 2GB. We can not guarantee normal operation with micro SD cards bigger than 2GB.
  • MMC (Multi Media Card) and MMC Plus are not supported.
  • Compatible memory cards and capacities:
  micro SD card: 1GB \~ 2GB micro SDHC card: 4GB \~ 32GB
• When you use unauthorized memory cards, the product can not record videos correctly and your recordings may be lost.
• The memory cards released after this product launch may not be compatible with the product.
• When the camcorder operates with 4MB/s (Class 4) or above memory cards, it can be stable.

Usable memory card (1GB\~32GB)

Terminals

Terminals<micro

Micro SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) cards

• A micro SDHC card is a higher version (Ver. 2.00) of the micro SD card and supports capacities above 4GB.
• Use micro SD cards only with micro SD enabled host devices.

Handling a memory card

• Damaged data may not be recoverable. We recommend you make a back-up of important data separately on the hard disk of your PC.
• Turning the power off or removing a memory card during an operation such as formatting, deleting, recording, and playback may cause data loss.
• If you modify the name of a file or folder stored in the memory card with your PC, your product may not recognize the modified file.
• The micro memory card does not support any data recovery mode. Therefore, care should be taken in case the memory card is damaged while recording.
• We recommend that you power off the product before inserting or removing the memory card to avoid data loss.
• Make sure to format the memory card in this product. If the memory card has been formatted by a PC or other device, using it on this product without reformatting may cause recording and/or playback failure. Samsung is not responsible for damage to recorded contents caused by incompatible formatting.
• You have to format newly-purchased memory cards, memory cards with data that your product can not recognize or with data saved by other devices. Note that formatting erases all data on the memory card and deleted data can not be recovered.
• A memory card has a certain life span. If you can not record new data, you have to purchase a new memory card.
• Do not bend, drop, or subject the card to strong impacts. SD> micro SDHC> Do not place foreign substances on the memory card terminals. Use a soft dry cloth to clean the terminals if required.
• Do not paste anything other than the label provided with the card on the label pasting area of the card.
• Do not use a damaged memory card.
• Be careful to keep the memory card out of the reach of children, who might swallow it.

This product supports micro SD and micro SDHC memory cards, giving you a wider choice of cards!

The data storage speed may differ, depending on the manufacturer and production system.

- SLC (Single Level Cell) system: faster write speed enabled. - MLC (Multi Level Cell) system: only lower write speed is supported.

For best results, we recommend using a memory card that supports a faster write speed.

Using a lower write speed memory card for recording video may cause difficulties when the card is storing. You may even lose your video data during the recording.

In an attempt to preserve every bit of the recorded video, the product forcibly stores the video on the low speed memory card and displays a warning:

"Low speed card. Please record at a lower resolution."

If you are unavoidably using a low speed memory card, the resolution of the recording may be lower than the set value. →page 47

The higher the resolution and quality, the more memory the product uses.

Using the memory card adaptor

This product uses micro SD/micro SDHC memory cards.

To use a micro SD/micro SDHC directly with a computer or a card reader you must attach it to or insert it into an adaptor.

• Samsung is not responsible for data loss due to misuse, including loss caused by any PC virus.
• We recommend storing memory cards in memory card cases to avoid data loss that can be caused by moving the card or by static electricity.
• After a period of use, the memory card may get warm. This is normal and is not a malfunction.

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

Recording time available for video in minutes

Resolution	Storage media capacity
	1GB 2GB 4GB 8GB 16GB 32GB
1080/30p	8	17 34		69 139 279
720/30p	17 33	66 134 269 540

(Unit: Approximate minutes of recording)

Recordable number of photos

Resolution	Storage media capacity
	1GB 2GB 4GB 8GB 16GB 32GB
2720 x 2040	690 1,350 2,710			5,450 9,999 9,999
2048 x 1536	1,000 1,950 3,930		7,900 9,999 9,999
1920 x 1080	1,340 2,630 5,270		9,999 9,999 9,999
640 x 480	3,700 7,240 9,999		9,999 9,999 9,999

(Unit: Approximate number of images)

1GB ≡ 1,000,000,000 bytes : Actual formatted capacity may be less as the internal firmware uses a portion of the memory.

• Actual recording times may differ depending on the recording conditions and the subject.
  • The higher the resolution, the more memory is used.
• Lower resolution increases the recording time, but the image quality may suffer.
• The bit rate automatically adjusts to the image you are recording. Accordingly, the recording time may vary.
  • Memory cards bigger than 32GB may not operate normally.
• The maximum continuous recording time is under 20 minutes. The maximum video file size is 1.8GB.
• The maximum number of recordable photo and video files is 9,999 respectively.

Basic recording

RECORDING VIDEOS

Set the resolution you want before recording. →page 47

• Insert a memory card. page 29
• Press the Mode (button to set the video recording mode. →page 25

1 Select a subject to record.

• Use the T/W button to adjust the size of the subject. page 38
• This product automatically detects the scene when you align the subject. page 37

2 Press the OK (REC) button.

• The recording (●) indicator appears, and recording starts.

3 To stop recording, press the OK (REC) button again.

Record Pause

The product allows you to pause temporarily while recording a video. With this function, you can record separate scenes as a single video. Press the Share (u) button to pause while recording. Press it again to resume.

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    D --> E["Stop: Resume"]

If pausing during video recording lasts for 5 minutes, the product will be turned off automatically. (if you have set "Auto Power Off: 5 Min").
page 61

• If the power is interrupted or an error occurs during recording, the video may not be recorded.
• Samsung is not responsible for any damage caused by a failure of normal recording or playback operation because of memory card error.
  • Note that damaged data can not be recovered.
• Do not turn off the product or remove the memory card while accessing the storage media. Doing so may damage the storage media or the data in the storage media.

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• Videos are compressed in the H.264 (MPEG-4.AVC) format.
• For the on-screen information display, see page 17.
• For approximate recording times, see page 32.
- Sound is recorded through the internal stereo microphone located on the front of the product. Make sure that the microphone is not blocked.
- Before recording an important video, test the recording function to see if there any problems with the audio or video recording.
- For various functions available during recording, see pages 47\~51.
- You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen in the menu options. Adjusting the LCD screen does not affect the image being recorded. →page 59
- When you record indoors or in the dark places, ISO sensitivity is automatically adjusted. In very dark places, the ISO sensitivity adjustment function can cause interference effects in images, making them difficult to see. To record at night, we recommend you use professional infrared products designed for night time shooting.
- If you mount the product on a tripod, and you turn on the Anti-Shake function, images you capture will look shaky or fuzzy. Release the Anti-Shake function when you mount the product on a tripod.

CAPTURING PHOTOS DURING VIDEO RECORDING

Your product can capture photos without interrupting video recording.

• Insert a memory card. page 29
• Press the Mode (button to set the video recording mode. page 25

1 Press the OK (REC) button.

• The recording (●) indicator appears, and recording starts.

2 While recording the video, frame the scene you want to photograph, and then press the Playback (☐) button.

• This product records the photo image without a shutter sound.
  • You can capture up to 5 photos during video recording.
  • Video keeps recording, even while you take photos.

3 To stop recording, press the OK (REC) button again.

• Photos are captured in the video recording resolution.
- When you set the smart filter function, the product can not capture a photo during the video recording. →page 48

RECORDING PHOTOS

Set the desired resolution before recording. page 47

• Insert a memory card. →page 29
• Press the Mode (\~/button to set the photo recording mode. page 25

1 Select a subject to record.

• Use the T/W button to adjust the size of the subject. →page 38
• Your product automatically detects the scene when you align the subject. page 37

2 Frame the subject in the LCD screen, and half-press the OK (REC) button.

- When the subject is in focus, the focusing (●) indicator appears. If it appears in red, readjust the focus.

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3 Fully press the OK (REC) button.

• The shutter sound is heard and the photo is recorded.

Silhouette of a person in motion with directional arrows (no text or symbols)

Do not turn off the product or remove the memory card while it is accessing the storage media. Doing so may damage the storage media or the data in the storage media.

• The recordable number of photos varies depending on the recording conditions and the photo resolution. page 32
  • Audio is not recorded when you take photos.
  • For the on-screen display information, see page 18
• You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen in the menu options. Adjusting the LCD screen does not affect the image being recorded. ▼page 59
• For various functions available during recording, see pages 47\~51.
• Photo files conform to the DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) standard, established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association).

RECORDING WITH EASE FOR BEGINNERS (SMART AUTO)

User-friendly SMART AUTO optimizes your product for the recording conditions automatically, providing beginners with the best performance.

This product automatically detects the recording conditions when you align a subject in the LCD screen and optimizes the product settings. A scene icon that matches the conditions appears on the LCD screen.

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Scene icons	Meaning
	Appears when recording indoors. (Indoor)
	Appears when recording at night. (Night)
	Appears when recording a very bright scene. (snowy landscape/ski slope)
	Appears when recording people. (Portrait)

• When the product fails to recognize the recording situation, the product records in the basic settings ( )
• When you set the Smart Filter function, the product records in the basic settings (1).
• The product may not select the correct scene depending on shooting conditions, such as product shake, lighting, and distance to the subject.
• The product may not detect the portrait mode depending on the orientation or the brightness of faces.
• When you set the Face Detection to On, the Portrait (☐) mode can be activated in Smart Auto mode. →page 50

USING UNDERWATER MODE

The product provides general water-proof performance which enables the underwater mode to record clear video under water.

Press the Underwater (☐) button in the standby mode.

- The underwater mode alternately turns on and off each time you press the Underwater button.

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• When you finish recording under water, turn the underwater mode off.
• Read and understand cautions on underwater recording before use.
• pages ii-iii

ZOOMING

Use the zoom function for close-up or wide-angle recording. Your product allows you to record using digital zoom with the T/W button.

To zoom in

Press the T button. (telephoto)

• The distant subject is gradually magnified.
- The product provides the following zoom magnification: - Digital zoom: x3

To zoom out

Press the W button. (wide-angle)

• The subject appears smaller and further away.
- The smallest zoom ratio is the subject's original size in the zoom-out.

T: Telephoto

W: Wide-angle

• Note that the image quality decreases when you use the digital zoom. The image quality may deteriorate depending on how much you zoom in on the subject.
• Frequent use of the zoom function consumes more power.
• The minimum focal length between the product and the subject is about 7.9\~9.8 inches (20\~25 cm).
  • The product can record the sound of the zoom mechanism.
• When using the zoom function and holding the product with your hand, use Anti-shake (DIS) for stable recording. page 51

Basic playback

CHANGING THE PLAYBACK MODE

Understanding how to change the operation modes

• Press the Playback (▶) button to set the playback mode.
• When you shift to the playback mode, the most recently created file is highlighted in the thumbnail view.
  • The product selects the thumbnail display options based on the standby mode you used the last time.
• You display video or photo thumbnails using the "Play Mode" menu. page 52