USER MANUAL HMX-Q100UN SAMSUNG
High Definition Digital Camcorder
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For video recording, use a memory card that supports faster write speeds.
- Memory Card: A Class 6 SDHC card or above.
HMX-Q10BN/HMX-Q100BN/HMX-Q130BN
HMX-Q10TN/HMX-Q100TN/HMX-Q130TN
HMX-Q10UN/HMX-Q100UN/HMX-Q130UN
HMX-Q10PN/HMX-Q100PN/HMX-Q130PN
Important safety instructions
| CAUTION |
| RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN | ! |
| CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL. |
Warning
To Reduce The Risk Of Fire Or Electric Shock, Do Not Expose This Apparatus To Rain Or Moisture.
Caution
Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
To disconnect the apparatus from the mains, the plug must be pulled out from the mains socket, therefore the mains plug shall be readily operable.
1 Read these instructions.
2 Keep these instructions.
3 Heed all warnings.
4 Follow all instructions.
5 Do not use this apparatus near water.
6 Clean only with dry cloth.
7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9 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.
10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11 Only use attachment/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12 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 tipover.
13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as powersupply 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.
15. Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
16. VENTILATION:
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the CAMCORDER and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. Never place your CAMCORDER on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface: on or near a radiator or heat register. This CAMCORDER 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.
17. POWER SOURCES:
The CAMCORDER 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. A CAMCORDER is intended to be operated from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
18. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION:
This CAMCORDER 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.
- 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, paying particular attention to cords or plugs, convenient receptacles, and the point where they exit from the unit.
- OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING:
CAMCORDER, 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.
21. LIGHTNING:
For added protection of this CAMCORDER 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 CAMCORDER due to lightning and powerline surges.
22. 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.
23. OVERLOADING:
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
24. OBJECTS AND LIQUIDS:
Never push objects of any kind into this CAMCORDER 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 CAMCORDER. Should spillage occur, unplug unit and have it checked by a technician before use.
25. SERVICING:
Do not attempt to service this CAMCORDER yourself. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
26. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE:
Unplug this CAMCORDER 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 CAMCORDER.
c. If the CAMCORDER has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the CAMCORDER 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 CAMCORDER to its normal operation.
e. If the CAMCORDER has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the CAMCORDER exhibits a distinct change in performance, this indicates a need for service.
27. REPLACEMENT PARTS:
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer and having the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
28. SAFETY CHECK:
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this CAMCORDER, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the CAMCORDER is in safe operating order.
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To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
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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 camcorder, follow these basic safety precautions. |
| Here are hints or page number references you will find helpful when you operate the camcorder. |
| Settings required before using a function. |
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 camcorder, connect the adapter to an outlet with protective grounding.
- Do not expose the camcorder battery to direct sunlight, heaters, radiators, fire, or any other source of excessive heat.
Caution
If you replace the battery with the wrong battery, you can cause an explosion. Replace only with the same battery or an equivalent type.
If you plug the AC adapter into a 240V AC outlet, be sure to use a suitable plug adapter.
About this user manual
Thank you for purchasing this Samsung Camcorder. Please read this user manual carefully before you use the camcorder and keep it handy for future reference. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to Troubleshooting.
This User Manual covers HMX-Q10BN, HMX-Q10TN, HMX-Q10UN, HMX-Q10PN, HMX-Q100BN, HMX-Q100TN, HMX-Q100UN, HMX-Q100PN, HMX-Q130BN, HMX-Q130TN, HMX-Q130UN, HMX-Q130PN models.
• Illustrations of model HMX-Q10BN 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.
- Designs and specifications of the camcorder and other accessories are subject to change without any notice.
- In this user manual, the icon or symbol in the parenthesis appearing in a description of a submenu item indicates it will appear on the screen when setting the corresponding item. Ex) Submenu item of "Video Resolution" → page 63
"Full HD 1080/60i": Records in the Full HD (1920x1080/60i) format. (If set, the corresponding icon ( ) will appear on the screen.)
The following terms are used in this manual:
- 'Scene' refers to the point where you press the Recording Start/Stop 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 camcorder
• This camcorder records video in H.264 (MPEG4/AVC) format.
- You can play back and edit the video recorded by the camcorder on a personal computer using the internal software of this camcorder.
- Please note that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats.
- Before recording 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 camcorder or memory card, etc. Samsung will not provide compensation for damages due to the loss of recorded contents.
- Make a backup of important recorded data.
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 camcorder is intended for individual use only.
Data recorded on the storage media in this camcorder using other digital/analog media or devices is protected by the Copyright Act and cannot 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 licenses information, refer to the "Opensource-Q10.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 SD logo is a trademark. The 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.
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.
CAUTION
There is a potential risk of personal injury or damage to the product.
Prohibited action. Do not touch the product.
Do not disassemble the product. This precaution must be followed.
Unplug from the power supply.
WARNING
Do not overload outlets or extension cords as this may result in abnormal heat or fire.
Using the camcorder at temperatures over 60°C (140°F) may result in fire. Keeping the battery at a high temperature may cause an explosion.
Do not allow water or metal and inflammable matter to enter the camcorder or AC power adaptor. Doing so may pose a fire hazard.
No sand or dust! Fine sand or dust entering the camcorder or AC power adaptor could cause malfunctions or defects.
No oil! Oil entering the camcorder or AC power adaptor could cause electric shock, malfunctions or defects.
Do not aim the camcorder directly into the sun. Doing so could cause eye injuries, as well as lead to malfunctioning of internal parts of the product.
Do not bend the power cord or damage the AC power adaptor by pressing on it with a heavy object. There may be a risk of fire or electric shock.
Do not disconnect the AC adaptor by pulling on its power-cord, as this could damage the power-cord.
Do not use the AC adaptor if it has damaged, split or broken cords or wires. Doing so may cause fire or electric shock.
Do not connect the AC adaptor unless the plug can be fully inserted with no part of the blades exposed.
Do not dispose of the battery in a fire as it may explode.
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Never use cleaning fluid or similar chemicals to clean the camcorder. Do not spray cleaners directly on the camcorder.
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Keep the camcorder away from water when using it near the beach or pool or when it rains. There is a risk of malfunction or electric shock.
Keep the used lithium battery or memory card out of the reach of children. If the lithium battery or memory card is swallowed by a child, consult physician immediately.
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Do not plug or unplug the power cord with wet hands. There is a risk of electric shock.
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Keep the power-cord unplugged when not in use or during lightning storms. There is a risk of fire.
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When cleaning the AC adaptor, unplug the power-cord. There is a risk of malfunction or electric shock.
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If the camcorder emits an abnormal sound, or smell or smokes, unplug the power-cord immediately and request service from a Samsung service center. There is a risk of fire or personal injury.
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If the camcorder malfunctions, immediately detach the AC adaptor or battery from the camcorder. There is a risk of fire or injury.
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Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the camcorder or the AC adaptor to avoid a risk of fire or 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, display unevenness may occur.
Do not drop or expose the camcorder, battery, AC adaptor, or other accessories to severe vibrations or impact. This may cause a malfunction or injury.
Do not use the camcorder on a tripod (not supplied) in a place where it is subject to severe vibrations or impact.
Do not use the camcorder in direct sunlight or near heating equipment. This may cause a malfunction or injury.
Do not leave the camcorder in a closed vehicle for a long time, where the temperature is very high.
Do not expose the camcorder to soot or steam. Thick soot or steam could damage the camcorder case or cause a malfunction.
Do not use the camcorder near dense exhaust gas generated by gasoline or diesel engines, or near a corrosive gas such as hydrogen sulfide. Doing so may corrode the external or internal terminals, disabling normal operation.
Do not expose the camcorder to insecticide. Insecticide entering the camcorder could cause the product to operate abnormally. Turn the camcorder off and cover it with vinyl sheet, etc. before using insecticide.
Do not expose the camcorder to sudden changes in temperature or high humidity. There is also a risk of defect or electric shock when using outdoors during lightning storms.
Do not place the camcorder with the open LCD screen down.
Do not wipe the camcorder body with benzene or thinner. The exterior coating could peel off or the surface could deteriorate.
Do not leave the LCD screen open when not using the camcorder.
Do not hold the camcorder by the LCD monitor when lifting it. The LCD screen could detach and the camcorder may fall.
Do not use the camcorder near a TV or radio: This could cause distortion on the TV screen or interference in the radio broadcasts.
Do not use the camcorder near sources of strong radio waves or magnetism such as speakers or large motors. Noise from these sources could distort the video or audio you are recording.
Use Samsung-approved accessories only. Using products from other manufacturers may cause overheating, fire, explosion, electric shock or personal injuries caused by abnormal operation.
Place the camcorder on a stable surface that is well ventilated.
Keep important data separately. Samsung is not responsible for data loss.
Only plug the adaptor plug into a socket that is easily accessible. If any problem occurs with the product, you must pull the plug out of the socket to disconnect the power completely. Turning off the power button on the product does not completely disconnect the power.
Manufacturers of unauthorized accessories compatible with this camcorder are responsible for their own products. Use the optional accessories according to their safety instructions. Samsung is not responsible for any malfunctions, for fires or electric shocks, or for damage caused by unauthorized accessories.
Contents
Quick start guide 10
Getting to know the camcorder 14
Basic operation of the camcorder 25
Getting ready to start recording 30
INSERTING/EJECTING A MEMORY CARD (NOT SUPPLIED) ..... 30
SELECTING A SUITABLE MEMORY CARD (NOT SUPPLIED) ..... 31
Advanced recordings 50
White Balance 50
EV (Exposure Value) 51
Back Light 51
Self Timer 52
Super C.Nite 52
Cont. Shot 53
Focus 53
Special effects for recordings 54
Fader....54
Time Lapse REC 55
Digital Effect 57
Editing videos and photos 58
Delete....58
Protect 59
Divide 60
Combine 61
File Info 62
Contents
Other settings 63
Video Resolution 63
Photo Resolution 63
OIS Duo 64
Tele Macro 64
Digital Zoom 65
Thumbnail 65
Video Play Option 66
Slide Show Option 66
LCD Brightness 67
Guideline 67
Date/Time Display 68
TV Display 68
HDMI TV Out 69
Auto LCD Off 69
PC Software 70
USB Connect 70
TV Connect Guide 71
Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) 71
Card Info 72
File No....72
Time Zone 73
Date/Time Set 73
Date Type 73
Time Type 74
Beep Sound 74
Shutter Sound 75
Auto Power Off 75
Quick On STBY 76
Switch Grip 77
Format 77
Default Set....78
Language 78
Demo 79
Connecting to a TV 80
CONNECTING TO A HIGH DEFINITION TV WITH HDMI 80
CONNECTING TO A REGULAR TV 81
VIEWING ON A TV SCREEN 82
Dubbing videos 83
DUBBING TO A VCR OR DVD/HDD RECORDER 83
Printing photos 84
DIRECT PRINTING WITH A PICTBRIDGE PRINTER 84
Using with a Windows computer 86
WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH A WINDOWS COMPUTER 86
USING THE Intelli-studio PROGRAM 87
USING AS A REMOVABLE STORAGE DEVICE 91
Troubleshooting 93
WARNING INDICATORS AND MESSAGES 93
SYMPTOMS AND SOLUTIONS 98
MAINTENANCE....104
This quick start guide introduces the basic operation and features of your camcorder. See the reference pages for more information.
You can record videos in H.264 format that is convenient to email and share with your friends and family.
You can also take photos with your camcorder.
STEP 1: Get ready
1 Insert the battery to the camcorder. →page 21
• Make sure that the SAMSUNG logo is facing down and the battery is placed as shown in the figure.
2 Charge the battery fully.
→ page 22
- The battery is fully charged when the charging indicator light turns green.
3 Insert a memory card.
→ page 30
- You can use commercially available SDHC or SD memory cards with this camcorder.
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STEP 2: Record with your camcorder
Your camcorder turns on when you open the LCD screen.
Recording videos
Your camcorder uses advanced H.264 compression technology give you the clearest video quality.
1 Open the LCD screen.
2 Select the video recording mode by touching the Video recording mode (☐) tab.
3 Press the Recording start/stop button.
• To stop recording, press the Recording start/stop button.
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The default video resolution setting is "Full HD 1080/60i". You can also record with SD (standard definition) video quality.
Recording photos
Your camcorder can record high quality photos with a 16:9 aspect ratio.
1 Open the LCD screen.
2 Select the photo recording mode by touching the Photo recording mode (□) tab.
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3 Press the Recording start/stop button.
- The shutter sound is heard and the photo is recorded.
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Using 'Quick On STBY' by opening/closing the LCD screen.
When you close the LCD screen, your camcorder goes to the Quick On STBY mode (power saving mode). You can start recording quickly when you open the LCD screen. page 76
STEP3: Play back videos or photos
Viewing videos or photos on the LCD screen
You can find recordings quickly by using the thumbnail index view.
1 Touch the Playback (☐) tab on the LCD screen in STBY mode.
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2 Touch the thumbnail (ch) then touch the desired image.
Viewing on a high definition TV
You can enjoy HD (high definition) videos on an HDTV. →page 80
You can also play back videos on a SD (standard definition) image quality TV. -page 81
STEP4: Save recorded videos or photos
Simple and fun! Enjoy the various features of the internal Intelli-studio program on your Windows computer.
Using the Intelli-studio program built into your camcorder, you can import videos/photos into your computer, and edit or share the videos/photos with your friends and family.
For details, see pages 86\~90
Importing and viewing videos/photos from the camcorder to your PC
1 Start the Intelli-studio program by connecting the camcorder to your PC with a USB cable.
- A new file saving screen appears with the Intelli-studio main window. Click "Yes", and the uploading procedure starts.
2 The new files are saved to your PC and registered to "Contents Manager" on the Intelli-studio program.
- You can arrange the files by different criteria such as Face, Date, etc.
Folders directory on your PC
3 Double-click on the file you would like to playback.
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 90
Intelli-studio runs automatically after you connect your camcorder to a Windows computer if you have set "PC Software: ON" in the Settings menu. → page 70
STEP5: Delete videos or photos
If the storage media is full, you cannot record new videos or photos. Delete videos or photos that you have saved to a computer from the camcorder's storage media. Then you can record new videos or photos on newly freed up space.
Touch the Playback (☐) tab → Delete (☐) tab on the LCD screen. → page 58
flowchart
graph TD
A["Device"] --> B["Film reel"]
B --> C["Photo"]
C --> D["Disposal"]
Getting to know the camcorder
Your new camcorder comes with the following accessories. If any of these items is missing from your box, call Samsung's Customer Care Center.
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| Model name Color Internal memory Lens | |
| HMX-Q10BN/HMX-Q100BN/HMX-Q130BN | Black | No | X10 (Optical)X20 (Digital) |
| HMX-Q10TN/HMX-Q100TN/HMX-Q130TN | Titan Silver |
| HMX-Q10UN/HMX-Q100UN/HMX-Q130UN | Blue |
| HMX-Q10PN/HMX-Q100PN/HMX-Q130PN | Pink |
Although some features of the models are different, they operate in the same way.
Checking your accessories
Battery
(BP125A)
(AD43-00197A)
AC power adaptor
(AA-MA9)
(AD44-00151A)
Audio/Video cable (AD39-00184A)
USB cable (AD39-00169A)
User manual CD (AD46-00372A)
Quick start guide (AD68-05905A)
Optional accessories
Mini HDMI cable (AD39-00159A)
External battery charger (IA-BC9UA4)
Carrying case (AD69-00929A)
Memory card
- The exact appearance of each item may vary by model.
- The contents may vary depending on the sales region.
- Parts and accessories can be purchased after 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.
- A memory card is not included. See page 31 for memory cards compatible with your camcorder.
- Your camcorder includes the user manual CD and printed quick start guide.
LOCATION OF CONTROLS
Front/Left
1
Lens
2
Internal microphone
3
Charging indicator
4
Home (button
5
LCD screen (Touch screen)
6
Internal speaker
7
Jack cover (AV/HDMI/USB)
8
AV (Audio/Video) jack
9
HDMI jack
10
USB jack
Be careful not to cover the internal microphone and lens during recording.
Rear/Right/Bottom
1 Lens open/close switch
2 Grip belt
3 DC IN jack
4 Jack cover (DC IN)
5 Zoom dial
6 Recording start/stop button
7 Battery slot
8 Memory card slot
9 Battery/Memory card cover
10 Battery release switch
11 Tripod receptacle
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.
- Select the video recording mode. page 26
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Left of the LCD screen
| Indicator Meaning |
| Smart Auto mode/Manual mode /Art Film mode |
| Video/Photo recording mode tab |
| Zoom tab |
| Playback tab |
Center of the LCD screen
| Indicator Meaning |
| STSY/ ●/ □ | Operating status (standby/recording /pause) |
| 00:00:00 | Time counter (video recording time) |
| [###] | Remaining recordable time |
| Time Zone (Visit) |
| SANCY/201115:00 AM | Date/Time |
Right of the LCD screen
| Indicator Meaning |
| Storage media (Memory card) |
| Battery information (remaining charge level) |
| Optical zoom/Digital zoom bar |
| Video resolution |
| Tele Macro |
| OIS Duo |
- The on-screen indicators are based on an 32GB SDHC memory card capacity.
- The screen above is an example and may differ from the actual display.
- For warning indicators and messages, see pages 93–97
- The illustrated items above and their positions can be changed without notice to improve performance.
- This On Screen Display (OSD) is shown in the photo recording mode only.
- Select the photo recording mode. page 26
Photo recording mode
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Left of the LCD screen
| Indicator Meaning |
| Smart Auto mode/Manual mode /Art Film mode |
| Video/Photo recording mode tab |
| Zoom tab |
| Playback tab |
Center of the LCD screen
| Indicator Meaning |
| ### | Photo image counter (total number of recordable photos) |
| Time Zone (Visit) |
| JANU12011 12:00 AM | Date/Time |
Right of the LCD screen
| Indicator Meaning |
| Storage media (Memory card) |
| Battery information (remaining charge level) |
| Optical zoom/Digital zoom bar |
| 45M | Photo resolution |
| Tele Macro |
| OIS Duo |
- 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.
- Select the video playback mode. page 41
Video playback mode : Thumbnail view
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| Indicator Meaning |
| Video thumbnail view tab |
| Photo thumbnail view tab |
| Combine tab |
| Indicator Meaning |
| Delete tab |
| Video recording mode tab |
| Erase protection |
Video playback mode: Single view
Top of the LCD screen
| Indicator Meaning |
| Video playback mode |
| Operating status ( playback/pause etc.) |
| Time code ( elapsed time/recorded time) |
| File name ( File number) |
| Storage media (memory card) |
| Battery information (remaining battery level) |
| Playback progress bar |
| Video resolution |
| Video playback option |
| Erase protection |
Bottom of the LCD screen
| Indicator Meaning |
| Volume tab |
| Thumbnail view tab |
| MENU | MENU tab |
| Playback related function tab (skip/search/pause/playback/slow playback/frame by frame playback) |
- This On Screen Display (OSD) is shown in the photo playback mode only.
- Select the photo playback mode. page 41
Photo playback mode: Thumbnail view
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| Indicator Meaning |
| Video thumbnail view tab |
| Photo thumbnail view tab |
| Delete tab |
| Indicator Meaning |
| Photo recording mode tab |
| Erase protection |
Photo playback mode: Single view
Top of the LCD screen
| Indicator Meaning |
| Photo playback mode |
| UN2 | Photo image counter (current image/total number of recorded imagos) |
| 100_0001 | File name (file number) |
| Storage media (memory card) |
| Battery information (remaining battery level) |
| Photo resolution |
| Erase protection |
| Playback zoom (X1.1 ~ X8.0) |
Bottom of the LCD screen
| Indicator Meaning |
| Thumbnail view tab |
| MENU tab |
| Slide show start tab |
INSERTING/EJECTING THE BATTERY
To insert the battery
1 Slide and open the battery slot cover as shown in the figure.
2 Insert the battery into the battery slot until it locks.
• Make sure that the SAMSUNG logo is facing down and the battery is placed as shown in the figure.
3 Close the battery slot cover.
To eject the battery
1 Slide and open the battery slot cover as shown in the figure.
2 Slide the Battery release switch in the direction as shown in the figure and pull out the battery.
3 Close the battery slot cover.
- 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.
• Purchase extra batteries to allow continuous use of your camcorder.
CHARGING THE BATTERY
You can charge the battery using the AC power adaptor or the USB cable.
- Insert the battery into the camcorder. page 21
• To charge, use the supplied AC power adaptor or the USB cable.
Charge the battery using the AC power adaptor or the USB cable.
- The charging indicator lights up and charging starts. After the battery is fully charged, the charging indicator turns green.
Using the AC power adaptor
Connect the AC power adaptor to the camcorder properly, and then plug the AC Power adaptor in the wall outlet.
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Using the USB cable
Connect the USB cable to the camcorder properly, and then connect the other end to a USB port of a PC.
- Please make sure that there are no foreign substances on plug and in the socket when you connect the AC power supply to the camcorder.
• Make sure to turn off the camcorder before disconnecting the AC power adaptor. Otherwise, you can damage the storage media or data.
- Use a nearby wall outlet when using the AC power adaptor. Disconnect the AC power adaptor from the wall outlet immediately if any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder.
- Do not place the AC Adaptor in a confined space when you use it, such as between a wall and a piece of furniture.
- When charging, if both the USB cable and AC power adaptor are connected, the AC power adaptor will override the USB.
- You cannot operate the camcorder using USB power only. Use the AC power adaptor or battery to power the camcorder.
• USB charging time may depend on the type of USB host on your PC.
- If you use the camcorder while you are charging the battery, charging may take longer.
- Be sure to use the included AC power adaptor to power the camcorder. Using other AC power adaptors could cause electric shock or result in fire.
- You can use the AC power adaptor around the world. An AC plug adaptor is required in some foreign countries. If you need one, purchase it from your distributor.
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 |
| (Green) | Fully charged |
Battery level display
The battery level display shows the amount of battery 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 camcorder will be forced to turn off after 3 minutes. Change the battery as soon as possible. | - |
| - After 3 seconds, the camcorder 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
| Battery type BP125A | |
| Charging time | Using the AC power adaptor: approx. 120 min. Using the USB cable: approx. 270 min. |
| Video resolution Full HD SD | |
| Continuous recording time | Approx. 105 min. | Approx. 120 min. |
| Playback time | Approx. 140 min. Approx. 160 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. 'Full HD' stands for high definition image quality and 'SD' stands for standard image quality.
- 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 camcorder in low temperatures.
- We recommend using the AC power adaptor when using the Time Lapse REC function.
- The charging time will vary depending on the charge remaining in the battery.
- The battery is charged over 95% after about 2 hours, and the indicator color changes to green. It takes about 2 hours and 40 minutes for the battery to charge 100%.
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, the zoom, and the playback functions. Prepare additional batteries with the expectation that the actual recording time is about 1/3 to 1/2 of the times listed above.
Using an AC power source
We recommend that you use the AC power adaptor to power the camcorder from a household AC outlet when recording and playing the camcorder indoors. The connection is the same as that for battery charging. page 22
About the battery
- Battery Properties
A lithium-ion battery is small-sized and has a high capacity. Low ambient temperature (below 50^ (10^)) may shorten its usage time and affect its function. Before recording in low temperatures, put the battery into your pocket to warm it, then install it in the camcorder.
• Make sure to store the battery separately after use.
- A small amount of battery power is consumed when the battery is stored in the camcorder even if the camcorder power is off.
- The battery may be completely discharged, if it has been installed and left in the camcorder for a long period of time. If this occurs, the battery may not fully operate even if you charge it.
- If the battery is not used for a long time, fully charge the battery and then, using your camcorder, drain the charge completely once every 3 months to keep the battery functioning properly. To store the battery, remove it from your camcorder and put it in a cool, dry place.
- The cold temperature may shorten the available recording time.
- Carry the supplied AC power adaptor to charge the battery while travelling.
- Check whether the battery terminal is damaged if the battery falls or is dropped.
- If you install a battery with the damaged terminal into the camcorder, you can damage the camcorder.
- Remove the battery and the memory card from the camcorder and disconnect the AC power adaptor after use.
- Store the battery in a stable, cool and dry place.
(Recommended temperature : 59°F \~ 77°F (15°C\~ 25°C), recommended humidity: 40%\~ 60%)
- Temperatures that are too high or too low shorten the battery lifetime.
- The battery terminals can become rusty or malfunction if the battery is stored in a smoky or dusty location.
• Recycle or dispose of your dead batteries properly.
• 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.
- Each battery's life is affected by storage, operating, and environmental conditions.
Basic operation of the camcorder
1 Turn on the camcorder by opening the LCD screen.
- Your camcorder turns on automatically when you open the LCD screen.
- To turn the camcorder on when the LCD screen is already open, close the LCD screen and open it again.
2 To turn off the camcorder, press and hold the Home (▲) button or close the LCD screen.
- The camcorder operates the self-diagnosis function when you turn it on. ➤ pages 93\~97
- If the Quick On STBY function is set to 5 Min and you close the LCD screen when the power is on, the power saving mode activates.
→page 76
- The camcorder turns on automatically if connecting the AC power adaptor or inserting the battery to the camcorder with the LCD screen open.
When using this camcorder for the first time
When you use your camcorder for the first time or reset it, the time zone screen appears at start-up. Select your geographical location and then set the date and time. → page 28
If you do not set the date and time, the time zone screen appears every time you turn on the camcorder.
You can easily switch the operating mode by touching the tabs on the LCD screen.
Switching to the recording mode
In STBY mode, touch the Video recording mode ( ) or Photo recording mode
(□) tab. Touching each tab switches to the respective mode.
- You can also switch directly to the recording mode when pressing the Recording start/stop button in the playback mode.
- You can switch to the desired recording mode by touching "Smart Auto", "Manual", or "Art Film" on the Home menu.
Switching to the playback mode
You can switch to the playback mode by touching "Album" on the Home menu. page 47
- You can also switch the operation mode directly into the playback thumbnail display by touching the Playback ☐) tab in STBY mode.
The touch screen lets you playback and recording 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.
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Touch
Slightly touch the items to select or execute with your finger.
Drag
Drag the touch screen to up, down, left, or right to select the desired items or files.
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- Do not place any protective film on the LCD screen.
- If you leave a film attached for a long while, strong adhesion between the film and the surface of the screen may cause a malfunction of the touch screen.
- Be careful not to accidentally press the button near the LCD screen while using the touch screen.
- The tabs and indicators that appear on the LCD screen depend on the current recording/playback status of your camcorder.
- The camcorder does not recognize touches if you touch more than two points on the screen at the same time. Touch one point at a time.
You can switch the on-screen information display mode. Each time you touch the LCD screen, the full and minimum display modes alternate.
Minimum display mode
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Warning indicators and messages may appear, depending on the recording conditions. → pages 93–97
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.
1 Open the LCD screen to turn on the camcorder.
- The time zone ("Home") screen appears based on Lisbon and London (Greenwich Mean Time).
2 Select your local area on the map by touching the left (or right) (▶ tab on the LCD screen, and then press the (or b.
- The "Date/Time Set" screen appears.
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3 Set the date by touching the corresponding item or dragging it to up or down.
4 Touch the time (a) tab, and then set the time by touching the corresponding item or dragging it to up or down.
5 Make sure the clock is correctly set, and then touch the (ok) tab.
• The date/time setting finishes.
• You can set the year up to 2037, based on the "Home" item.
- Set "Date/Time Display" to On. →page 68
- Activating the (💡) icon moves the time forward by 1 hour.
Internal rechargeable battery
- Your camcorder includes a internal rechargeable battery that retains the date and time settings even after the power is turned off.
- If the battery is depleted, the current date/time values are reset to the default values. If this occurs, you need to recharge the internal rechargeable battery (see below), and then re-set the current date and time.
Charging the internal rechargeable battery
- The internal battery is always recharged while your camcorder is connected to the AC power or while the battery is attached.
- If you have not used the camcorder for about 2 weeks and you have not connected the AC power or the battery to it, the internal battery fully discharges. If this occurs, charge the internal battery by connecting the camcorder to the supplied AC adaptor for 24 hours.
SELECTING THE OSD LANGUAGE
You can select the language in which the camcorder displays the menu screen or messages. The camcorder retains the language setting even when you turn it off.
1 Press the Home (▲) button → touch "Settings" → "General".
• Drag the LCD screen to up or down until "General" appears.
2 Touch "Language". Drag the LCD screen to up or down until "Language" appears.
3 Touch the desired language.
- Drag the LCD screen to up or down until the desired language appears.
4 Touch the Return (→) tab to complete the setting.
- The camcorder displays the menus screen and messages in the language you selected.
Supported languages
• "Language" options may be changed without prior notice.
- The camcorder retains the language you select even when not connected to the battery or AC power.
- The date and time format may change depending on the language you selected.
Getting ready to start recording
INSERTING/EJECTING A MEMORY CARD (NOT SUPPLIED)
To insert a memory card
1 Slide and open the memory card cover as shown in the figure.
2 Insert the memory card into the card slot until it softly clicks.
- Make sure that the terminal portion of the card is facing down and the camcorder is placed as shown in the figure.
3 Close the memory card cover.
To eject a memory card
1 Slide and open the memory card cover as shown in the figure.
2 Gently push the memory card to eject it.
3 Close the memory card cover.
- To avoid the data loss, turn off the camcorder by pressing and hold the Home (▲) button before inserting or ejecting the memory card.
- Be careful not to push the memory card too hard. The memory card may suddenly pop out.
Your camcorder supports only SD and SDHC cards. The compatibility with the camcorder may vary depending on the manufacturer and the type of memory card.
SELECTING A SUITABLE MEMORY CARD (NOT SUPPLIED)
Compatible memory cards
- This camcorder can be used with SD and SDHC cards. We recommend you use an SDHC card.
SD cards up to 2GB are supported by this camcorder. Normal operation is not guaranteed with SD cards bigger than 2GB.
- MMC (Multi Media Card) and MMC Plus are not supported.
- Compatible memory card capacity: SD 1GB \~ 2GB, SDHC 4GB \~ 32GB
- For video recording, use a memory card that supports faster write speeds (above SDHC Class 6 card).
- SD/SDHC memory cards have a mechanical write-protection switch. Setting the switch prevents accidental erasure of files recorded on the card. To enable writing, move the switch up in the direction of the terminals. To set write protection, move the switch down.
Usable memory card (1GB-32GB)
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SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) cards
- An SDHC card is a higher version (Ver. 2.00) of the SD card and supports capacities above 4GB.
- SDHC cards cannot be used with current SD enabled host devices.
Common cautions for memory cards
- 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.
- After you modify the name of a file or folder stored in the memory card using your PC, your camcorder may not recognize the modified file.
Handling a memory card
• We recommend that you power off the camcorder before inserting or removing the memory card to avoid data loss.
- Make sure to format the memory card on this camcorder. If the memory card had been formatted by a PC or other device, using it on this camcorder without formatting may find trouble with recording and/or playback. Samsung is not responsible for damage of recorded contents caused by such reasons.
- You have to format newly-purchased memory cards, memory cards with data that your camcorder cannot recognize or with data saved by other devices. Note that formatting erases all data on the memory card and deleted data cannot be recovered.
- A memory card has a certain life span. If you cannot record new data, you have to purchase a new memory card.
- Do not bend, drop, or subject the card to strong impacts.
- 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.
The camcorder supports SD and 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 storing.
You may even lose your video data during the recording. In an attempt to preserve every bit of the recorded video, the camcorder forcibly stores the video on the 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 63
The higher the resolution and quality, the more memory the camcorder uses.
- Samsung is not responsible for data loss due to misuse, including loss caused by any PC virus.
- We recommend using a memory card case to prevent data loss from motion or 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 camcorder can take, by card memory size and resolution. Refer to the recordable video time and the number of photos when recording videos or taking photos.
Recording time available for video in minutes
| Resolution | Storage media (Capacity) |
| 1GB 2GB 4GB | 8GB 16GB | 32GB | | | |
| Full HD 1080/60i | 8 15 | 30 61 125 | 253 | | | |
| HD 720/60p | 11 | 21 42 | 86 177 | 357 | | |
| SD 480/60p | 32 63 | 126 254 | 521 1051 | | | |
(Unit: Approximate minutes of recording)
Recordable number of photos
| Resolution | Storage media (Capacity) |
| 1GB 2GB 4GB | 8GB 16 | GB 32GB | | | |
| 4.9M 2944X1656 | 931 1861 3721 | 7440 9999 | 9999 | | | |
| 2M 1920X1080 | 1173 | 2346 4654 9402 | 9999 9999 | | | |
(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 quality and resolution, the more memory the camcorder uses.
- Lower resolution and quality increases the recording time, but the image quality may suffer.
- The bit rate automatically adjusts to the image being recorded. Accordingly, the recording time may vary.
• Memory cards bigger than 32GB may not operate normally.
- When a video file exceeds 1.8GB, a new video file is created automatically.
- The maximum number of recordable photo and video files is 9999, respectively.
- The recording length of a Time Lapse REC may vary depending on settings.
USING 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.
Switch grip (Either handed grip)
The camcorder is designed for you to use conveniently with either your right or left hand. If you want to use this function, set "Switch Grip" to "ON" in the Settings menu. →page 77
- If you make the grip belt too tight and use excessive force to insert your hand, the grip belt hook of the camcorder may be damaged.
- When you change the Switch Grip direction while recording, the recording may be temporarily interrupted.
ADJUSTING THE LCD SCREEN
The wide LCD screen on your camcorder offers high quality image viewing.
1 Open the LCD screen with your finger.
• The screen opens up to 90°.
2 Rotate the LCD screen towards the lens.
- You can rotate it up to 180° towards the lens and up to 90° backward. To view recordings more conveniently, rotate the screen by 180° towards the lens, then fold it back to the body.
When you reverse and close the LCD screen by rotating it to 180° towards the lens, the camcorder switches to the playback mode automatically.
Excessive rotation may damage the connective hinge between the screen and the camcorder.
Clean fingerprints or dust on the screen with a soft cloth.
Basic recording
RECORDING VIDEOS
This camcorder supports both High Definition (HD) and Standard Definition (SD) image resolutions. Set your desired resolution before recording. ↘page 63
- Insert a memory card. page 30
- Select the video recording mode. page 26
- Open the Lens cover by using the Lens open/close switch. page 16
1 Select a subject to record.
- Adjust the LCD screen to the best angle for recording.
- Use the Zoom dial or Zoom (☐) tab on the LCD screen to adjust the size of the subject. ☐ page 40
2 Press the Recording start/stop button.
• The recording (●) indicator appears and recording starts.
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3 To stop recording, press the Recording start/stop button again.
To pause recording
The camcorder allows you to pause temporarily while recording a video. With this function, you can record your favorite scenes as a single video.
Touch the Pause (☐) tab on the LCD screen to pause while recording. Touch the Recording (☐) tab to resume.
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- If the 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.
• Note that damaged data cannot be recovered.
- Do not turn off the camcorder 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.
- Eject the battery when you have finished recording to prevent unnecessary battery power consumption.
• For the on-screen information display, see page 17
• For approximate recording time, see page 33.
- Sound is recorded by the internal stereo microphone located on the front of the camcorder. Make sure that the microphone is not blocked.
- Before recording an important video, make sure to test the recording function to see if there any problems with the audio or video recording.
- For various functions available during recording, see ➔ pages 50\~57
- If the power cable/battery is disconnected or recording is disabled during recording, the system is switched to the data recovery mode. While data is being recovered, no other function is enabled. When the recording time is short, the data recovery might fail.
- 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 67
- The menu setting tabs shown on the LCD screen do not affect the image being recorded.
• The Home (▲) button cannot be used during video recording.
- Recording videos in a quiet environment increases microphone sensitivity that may record surrounding ambient noise. The increasing microphone sensitivity can let the camcorder record zoom noises during zooming (the sound of the zoom mechanism etc).
- When you record indoors or in the dark places, ISO sensitivity is automatically adjusted. It can make interference effects on images and you cannot view the images recorded in the dark places correctly. We recommend you to use professional camcorders like a infrared camcorder when recording at night.
- An image can be shaken when the OIS Duo function is enabled if the camcorder is mounted on a tripod or fixed on a place. Release the OIS Duo function when the camcorder is mounted on a tripod.
RECORDING PHOTOS
You can take photos and store them in the storage media. Set the desired resolution before recording. page 63
- Insert a memory card. page 30
- Select the photo recording mode. →page 26
- Open the Lens cover by using the Lens open/close switch. page 16
1 Select a subject to record.
- Adjust the LCD screen to the best angle for recording.
- Use the Zoom dial or Zoom (a) tab on the LCD screen to adjust the size of the subject. →page 40
2 Adjust the subject at the center of the LCD screen, and press the Recording start/stop button.
• The shutter sound is heard and the photo is recorded.
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Do not turn off the camcorder or remove the memory card when taking photos as it may damage the storage media or data.
- Recordable number of photos varies depending on the photo resolution. → page 33
• The camcorder does not record audio when you take photos.
- 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 67
• For on-screen display information, see page 18.
- For various functions available during recording, see pages 50–57
- 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 camcorder to the recording conditions automatically, providing beginners with the best performance.
1 Press the Home (▲ button → touch "Smart Auto".
• Smart Auto (图标) indicator appears on the LCD screen.
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D["Album"] --> E["iSings"]
2 Align your subject in the frame.
- The camcorder automatically detects the scene (Landscape, etc.) and adjusts the camcorder settings accordingly.
- The appropriate scene icon appears on the LCD screen.
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| Appears when recording at night. (Night) |
| Appears when recording images of landscapes with backlighting. (Backlight) |
| Appears when recording people. (Portrait) |
| Appears when recording a very bright scene. (White) |
| Appears when recording an outdoor scene. (Landscape) |
| Appears when recording images using close-up. (Macro) |
| Appears when recording images of clear skies. (Blue sky) |
| Appears when recording images of forested areas. (Natural green) |
| Appears when recording images of sunsets. (Sunset) |
3 To record the video or photo, press the Recording start/stop button.
4 To cancel the Smart Auto mode, press the Home (▲) button
→ touch "Manual".
- Most settings are automatically adjusted in the Smart Auto mode. To set or adjust functions on your own, select "Manual" on the Home menu.
- When the camcorder fails to recognize the recording situations, it records in the basic setting (☐).
- The camcorder may not select the correct scene depending on shooting conditions, such as camcorder shake, lighting, and distance to the subject.
- The camcorder may not detect the portrait mode depending on the orientation or the brightness of faces.
ZOOMING
This camcorder allows you to record using optical X10 zoom and digital zoom by rotating the Zoom dial or touching the Zoom
( ) tab on the LCD screen.
To zoom in
Rotate the Zoom dial towards T (telephoto). Or touch the Zoom
( ) tab, and then touch the Telephoto ( ) tab.
• The distant subject is gradually magnified.
- The highest zoom magnification ratio is X10 in the normal zoom-in.
To zoom out
Rotate the Zoom dial towards W (wide-angle). Or touch the Zoom
( ) tab, and then touch the Wide-angle ( ) tab.
• The subject gets smaller and further away.
- The smallest zoom ratio is the subject's original size in the zoom-out.
T: Telephoto
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W: Wide-angle
• Using the optical zoom does not degrade the image quality and clarity.
- Use the digital zoom when you want to zoom more than the optical zoom range. →page 65
- Focusing may become unstable when you record with a fast zoom or zoom into a subject standing too far away. If this occurs, use the manual focus function. (Video recording mode only) ▼page 53
- The minimum distance you can have between the camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is about 1cm (about 0.4 inches) for wide angle and about 1m (about 40 inches) for telephoto. If you want to shoot the subject close to the lens at a wide angle, use the Tele Macro function.
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• Frequent use of the zoom function consumes more power.
• The camcorder can record the sound of the zoom mechanism.
Basic playback
CHANGING THE PLAYBACK MODE
You can switch to the playback mode by selecting "Album" on the Home menu. You can also switch the operation mode directly into the playback thumbnail display by touching the Playback (☐) tab on the LCD screen.
• The most recently created file is highlighted in the thumbnail view.
- The camcorder selects the thumbnail display options based on the standby mode that was last used. However, you can choose the video or photo thumbnail view display options by touching the Video thumbnail view (☐) or Photo thumbnail view (☐). tab on the LCD screen.
Understanding how to change the operation modes
You can easily change the playback mode by touching the LCD screen or using the button as shown in the following figures:
Using the Playback ( ⊗) tab
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