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High-resolution colour widescreen LCD (2.7” WIDE TFT LCD) Samsung memory camcorder utilizes a 2.7-inch 230k pixel Widescreen LCD which allows bright and clear monitoring. In addition, the LCD Enhancer adjusts colour and brig htness to the sc reen lighting co nditions for better monitoring under strong sunlight.
i i i Capture visions further than the eye can see : 52x Optical Power Zoom, 65x Intelli- Zoom, and 2200x Digital Zoom Samsung's powerful optical zoom lenses bring the world closer without losing image quality. In addition, Digital Zoom Interpolation enables clearer digital zooming, with less distortion than previous types of digital zooms.
What the icons and signs in this user manual mean; WARNING Means that there is a potential risk of death or serious injury. CAUTION Means that there is a potential risk of personal injury or damage to the product. CAUTION To prevent potential malfunction to the camcorder or to maintain the current setting.
• This camcorder is designed exclusively for use with the high-capacity built- in memory (8GB(SMX-F43 only), 16GB(SMX-F44 only)) and an external memory card. • This camcorder records video in H.264/ AVC (MPEG4 part 10/Advanced Video Coding) format compliant with the Standard resolution (SD-VIDEO) format.
• 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.
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The safety precautions illustrated below are to prevent personal injury or material damages. Heed all instructions carefully. WARNING Do not aim the LCD screen directly into the sun. Doing so could cause eye injuries, as well as lead to malfunctioning of internal parts of the product.
Do not connect the AC adaptor unless the plug can be fully inse rted with no part of the blades exposed. Do not connect the AC adapter unless the plug can be fully inserted with no part of the blades exposed. Do not dispose of battery pack in a re as it may explode.
CAUTION Do not use the camcorder near direct sunlight or heating equipment. This may cause a malfunction or injury. W 4 4 W Do not use the camcorder on a tripod (not supplied) in a place where it is subject to severe vibrations or impact. Do not expose the camcorder to soot or steam.
Do not leave the LCD screen open when not using the camcorder . Keep important data separately. Samsung is not responsible for data loss. Do not use the camcorder near strong radio waves or magnetism such as speakers and a large motor. Noise could enter video or audio that are being recorded.
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RE COR DIN G O P T I O N S 44 PL AYB ACK OP T I O N S 67 SY STE M S ETT I N G 79 44 Changing the me nu sett ings 45 Menu ite ms 46 iSCENE 47 V ideo Res olution 48 P hoto Res olution 49 1 6:9 Wide 50 W hite Bal ance 52 A perture 53 S hutter S peed 55 EV (Expo sure Va lue) 56 C .
CO NNE CTI NG T O A TV 93 DU BBI NG VID E O S 95 US ING WI TH A W I N DO WS COM PUT ER 96 TR OUB LES HOO T I N G 104 MA INT ENA NCE & A D DI TIO NAL IN FOR MAT I O N 114 SP ECI FIC ATI O N S 117 8.
quick start guide You can record videos in H.264 format! 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. This quick start guide introduces the basic operation and features of your camcorder.
quick start guide Your camcorder uses advanced H.264 compression technology to realize the clearest video quality. page 47 1. Open the LCD screen and press the Power ( ) button to turn on the camcorder. • Set the lens cover open/close switch to open ( ).
STEP3: Play back videos or photos 1. Press the MODE button to select the Play mode. • The thumbnail index view appears. The thumbnail of the latest created or played fi le is highlighted. 2. Select the Video or Photo thumbnail index view screen. • You can simply switch between video and photo thumbnail view using the zoom lever.
quick start guide Viewing the videos/photos from your PC 1. Launch the Intelli-studio programme by connecting the camcorder to your PC via the USB cable. • A new file saving screen appears with the Intelli-studio main window. Click “ Yes, ” the uploading procedure will start.
Checking your accessories Battery pack (IA-BP210E) AC power adaptor (AA-MA9 type) Audio/Video cable USB cable User manual CD Quick start guide • The exact appearance of each item may vary by model. • The contents may vary depending on the sales region.
getting to know the camcorder 1 0 1 Lens 2 MENU button 3 Control joystick ( / / / /OK) , Zoom (W/T) j oystick 4 Recording start/stop button 5 LCD screen 6 Memory card/Jack cover ⓐ US.
Rear View ❺ W T ❶ ❷ ❼ ❸ ❹ ❻ ❽ 1 1 1 Mode indicator : Record mode (Video/Photo) : Play mode 2 Recording start/stop button 3 Battery pack slot 1 Zoom lever ( W/T ) 2 PHOTO button 3 Grip belt 4 Grip belt hook 5 Lens cover open ( )/close ( ) switch 6 Internal microphone 7 Battery pack release switch ( BATT.
1 2 1 Time Lapse REC * 2 Operati ng mode ( STBY (St andby) / (Record ing)) 3 Time counte r (Video r ecordin g time: remainin g recor dable t ime) 4 Phot o image counte r (Total number of recordab le phot os) 5 Storage media ( Memory card or built-i n memory ( SMX-F43 /F44 on ly)) 6 Batt ery inf o.
1 3 Video and Photo record mode : Shortcut menu (OK Guide) 1 Quick View 2 Focus* (Auto Focus/Face Detection / Manual Focus) 3 Shortcut menu (OK Guide) / Return 4 EV (Exposure Value)* 5 iSCENE 0: 00 :0 0 [4 75 Mi n] 99 99 1.
1 4 Video Play mode : Single View 1 Video Play mode 2 Play Status ( Play ( ) / Pause ( ❙ ❙ ) / Search ( / ) / Frame-by-frame ( / ) / Slow motion ( / )) 3 Time code (Elapsed tim.
1 5 Video Play mode : Single (Volume) 1 Volume Bar 2 Date/Time Display SCENE 10 0- 00 01 0: 00 :0 0/ 0: 00 :5 5 Multi View 1 2 3 4 5 Video Play mode : Shortcut menu (OK Guide) 1 Forward playback searc.
1 6 Photo Play mode : Single View 1 Photo Play mode 2 Slide Show 3 Image counter (Current image / total number of recorded images) 4 Storage media (Memory card or built-in memory (SMX-F43/F44 only)) 5.
1 7 This section provides information that you should know before using this camcorder: such as how to use the provided accessories, how to charge the battery, and how to setup the operation mode and initialise setup.
1 8 Battery pack insertion/ejection It is recommended you purchase one or more additional battery packs to allow continuous use of your camcorder. Inserting the battery pack 1. Insert the battery pack into the battery pack slot until it softly clicks.
1 9 Charging the battery You can charge the battery using the AC power adaptor or USB cable. 1. Press the Power ( ) button to turn off the camcorder. page 23 2. Insert the battery in the camcorder. page 18 3. Open the connector cover of the unit.
VIEW W T CARD 2 0 CHECKING THE BATTERY STATE You can check the charging state and remaining battery capacity. To check the charging state The colour of the CHG lamp indicates the power or charging state.
2 1 Available running time for the battery pack Battery Type IA-BP210E Charging time Using a AC power adaptor Approx. 180min. Using a USB cable Approx. 380min. Video Resolution 720 x 576 (50i) 640 x 480 (25p) TV Super Fine ( ) TV Fine ( ) TV Normal ( ) Web Fine ( ) Web Normal ( ) Mode Continuous recording time Approx.
22 About the running time • Times measured when using the camcorder at 25˚C (77˚F). As the environmental temperature and conditions vary, the actual battery time may differ form the approximate times given in the table. • The recording and playback time will be shorter depending on the conditions under which you use your camcorder.
2 3 1. Open the LCD screen and press the Power ( ) button to turn on the camcorder. • Set the lens cover open/close switch to open ( ). 2. To turn off the camcorder, press the Power ( ) button. The camcorder operates the self-diag nosis function when powered on.
VIEW W T 2 4 You can switch the on-screen information display mode. Touch the Display( ) touch button. • The full and minimum display modes will alternate. USING THE DISPLAY( ) TOUCH BUTTON • Warning indicators and messages may appear depending on the recording conditions.
2 5 When a subject is lit from behind, this function will compensate for lighting so that the subject is not too dark. Touch the Back Light ( ) touch button to display ( ) icon on the screen.
2 6 The Shortcut menu (OK guide) represents the most frequently accessed functions according to the selected mode. ✪ For example: Setting EV (Exposure Value) in the Record mode using the Shortcut menu (OK guide). 1. Press the OK button in STBY m ode.
2 7 SHORTCUT FUNCTION USING THE CONTROL JOTSTICKS Button Record ( / ) mode Play ( ) mode Menu selection Video Play ( ) mode Photo Play ( ) mode OK OK - Acc ess the sh ortcut me nu - Confirm selection.
2 8 1. Open the LCD screen and press the Power ( ) button to turn on the camcorder. • The Time Zone (“ Home ”) screen appears based on London, Lisbon (Greenwich Mean Time). • You can also set the “ Time Zone: Home ” from the Settings ( ) menu.
Submenu items “English” “ 한국어 ” “Français” “Deutsch” “Italiano” “Español” “Português” “Nederlands” “Svenska” “Suomi.
30 SELECTING THE STORAGE MEDIA (SMX-F43/F44 only) • You can record on the built-in memory or a memory card, so the desired storage media needs to be selected before starting recording or playback. • You can use SD and SDHC cards on your camcorder.
3 1 INSER TING AND R EMOVI NG A MEMOR Y CAR D (NO T SUP PLIED ) 1. Turn the camcorder off. 2. Open the memory card/jack cover as shown in the diagram. 3. Insert a memory card into the memory card slot until it softly clicks in the direction of the arrow shown in the diagram.
3 2 Compatible memory cards • This camcorder can be used with SD (Secure Digital) and SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) cards. It is recommended to use an SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) card. SD cards up to 2GB are supported with this camcorder.
33 • If you cannot use a memory card that has been used with another device, format it with your camcorder. Note that formatting erases all information on the memory card. • A memory card has a certain life span. If you cannot record new data, you have to purchase a new memory card.
34 • The figures in the table may differ depending on the actual recording conditions and subject. • The higher the quality and resolution, the more memory is used. • Lower resolution and quality increases the recording time, but the image quality may suffer.
35 basic recording Basic procedures to record a video or photo image are described below and on the following pages. RECORDING VIDEOS PRECHECK! • Open the LCD screen and press the Power ( ) button to turn on the camcorder. • Set the appropriate storage media.
36 TAKING PHOTOS PRECHECK! • Open the LCD screen and press the Power ( ) button on the camcorder. • Set the appropriate storage media. page 30 (SMX-F43/F44 only) (If you want to record on a memory card, insert a memory card.) • Select the Record ( / ) mode by pressing the MODE button.
3 7 VIEW W T 1. Press the OK button in STBY mode right after your recording. • Shortcut menu (OK guide) is displayed on the LCD screen. 2. Move the Control joystick ( ) to view the most recent video (or photo) you have recorded. • After the Quick view is fi nished, your camcorder switches back to the STBY mode.
38 1. Touch the SMART AUTO ( SMART AUTO ) touch button. • The SMART AUTO ( SMART AUTO ) and Anti-Shake(HDIS) ( ) icons appear on the screen at the same time. 2. Adjust the subject on the LCD screen. • The camcorder detects the subject and automatically selects a type of scene.
39 ZOOMING VIEW W T To zoom in Slide the Zoom lever towards T (telephoto). (Or move the Control joystick ( ) on the LCD panel.) To zoom out Slide the Zoom lever towards W (wide-angle). (Or move the Control joystick ( ) on the LCD panel.) • You can zoom with the zoom lever or the Control (W/T) button on the LCD panel.
4 0 VIEW W T basic playback • You can view recorded videos and photos in thumbnail index view and play them in various ways. In the thumbnail index view, you can directly select and display a desired image without using fast forwarding and rewinding.
4 1 VIEW W T W T T T T MODE 1. Open the LC D screen and press the Power ( ) button to turn on the camcorder. page 23 • Set the appropriate storage media. (SMX-F43/F44 only) page 30 (If you want to playback images on a memory card, insert a memory card.
4 2 Still playback (pause) ( / ) • Press the OK button during playback. - To resume normal playback, press the OK button again. Search playba ck ( / ) • During playback, move and hold the Control joystick ( ) for forward search, or to the left for reverse search.
43 VIEWING PHOTOS PRECHE CK! • This function works only in Photo Play ( ) mode. • You can fi nd and view desired photos quickly using the thumbnail index view. • Do not power off or eject the memory card during photo playback. Doing so may damage the recorded data.
44 CHANGING THE MENU SETTINGS recording options 1. Open the LCD screen and press the Power ( ) button to turn on the camcorder. 2. Press the MODE button to select the Record ( / ) mode . 3. Press the MENU button. • The menu screen appears. 4. Move the Control joystick( / ) to select "Aperture.
45 MENU ITEMS • Accessible items in menu vary depending on the operating mode. • For operation details, see the corresponding page. Recording menu items Items Record ( / ) mode Default value Page .
46 iSCENE This camcorder automatically sets th e shutter speed and aperture accordin g to the subject and brightness for optimum recording. You can also specify one of various modes depending on subject conditions, recording environment or purpose of fi lming.
4 7 • You can record a scene at fi ve resolution levels: “TV Super Fine,” “TV Fine,” “TV Normal,” “Web Fine” or “Web Normal.” However, the better the resolution is, the more memory is used. • The recording times depend on the resolution of a video to be recorded.
48 1. Press the MENU button Control joystick ( / ) “Photo Resolution.” 2. Select the desired submenu item with the Control joystick ( / ), and then press the OK button. 3. Press the MENU button to exit the menu. Photo Resolution You can select the quality of photo images to be recorded.
4 9 Submenu items items contents on-scree n display “Off” Disables the function. Displays the image in 4:3 aspect ratio. Select to use the standard display aspect ratio of 4:3 on the screen. - “On” Recording and viewing of 16:9 aspect ratio. - 1.
50 White Balance This camcorder automatically adjusts the colour of the subject. You can record in natural colours depending on the subject and lighting conditions. PRECHECK! Select the Record ( / ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 24 1. Press the MENU button Control joystick ( / ) “White Balance.
5 1 To set the white balance manually 1. Select “Custom WB.” • The indicator ( ) and the message “Set White Balance.” are displayed. 2. Frame a white object such as a piece of paper so that it fi lls the screen. Use an object that is not transparent.
5 2 Setting the aperture manually: 1. Select "Manual." 2. Adjust the aperture value with the Control joystick( / ). • Confi rm your selection by pressing the OK button.
53 1. Press the MENU button Control joystick ( / ) “Shutter Speed.” 2. Select the desired submenu item with the Control joystick ( / ), and then press the OK button. 3. Press the MENU button to exit the menu. Shutter Speed The camcorder automatically sets the shutter speed depending on the scene's brightness.
54 Recommended shutter speed when recording: shutter speed conditions 1/50 The shutter speed is fixed at 1/50 second. Black bands that usually appear when shooting a TV screen become narrower. 1/120 The shutter speed is fixed at 1/120 second. Indoor sports such as basketball.
55 1. Press the MENU button Control joystick ( / ) “EV.” 2. Press the OK button. 3. Move the Control joystick ( / ) to adjust the exposure while viewing the image on the LCD screen. - Exposure value can be set between “-2.
56 C.Nite You can adjust the shutter speed when recording a slow moving object, or record a brighter image in dark places without a compromise in colours. PRECHECK! Select the Record ( / ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 24 recording options 1.
5 7 1. Press the MENU button Control joystick ( / ) “Focus.” 2. Select the desired submenu item with the Control joystick ( / ), and then press the OK button. 3. Press the MENU button to exit the menu. Focus The camcorder usually focuses on a subject automatically (auto focus).
58 recording options Focusing manually during recording: This ca mcorde r autom atical ly foc uses a subjec t from close- up to infi nity. However , the correct focus m ay not be obt ained depend ing on the re cording condi tions. In thi s case , use t he man ual focus m ode.
5 9 • The SMART AUTO mode automatically sets the Anti-Shake (HDIS) to On. • Gross camcorder shake may not be entirely corrected even if “ Anti-Shake (HDIS): On ” is set.
60 Off Disables the function. BLK&WHT ( ) Changes the images into black and white. Sepia ( ) This mode gives the i mages a reddish brown pigment. Negative ( ) Reverses the colours and the brightness, creating the look of a negative. Art ( ) Adds artistic effects to an image.
6 1 Fader You can give your recording a professional look by using special effects such as fade in at the beginning of a sequence or fade out at the end of a sequence. PRECHECK! Select the Record ( / ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 24 Fade in (approx.
6 2 Using the Wind Cut function also removes some low-frequency sound with the wind noise. Wind Cut Using the Wind Cut function, you can reduce wind noise when recording sound from the built-in microphone. PRECHECK! Select the Record ( / ) mode by pressing the MODE button.
63 • With the digital zoom, the image is digitally processed more than the intelli or optical zoom modes. As a result, the image resolution may deteriorate. • The image quality may deteriorate depending on how much you zoom in on the subject. • Maximum zooming may result in lower image quality.
64 Time Lapse REC Using the time lapse feature, your camcorder can be programmed to automatically record a number of frames over a period of time or with a certain time interval between each frame. For instance, a camcorder on a tripod (not supplied) in time lapse mode could be set up to shoot frames of a fl ower opening or a bird building a nest.
65 Example of Time Lapse Recording The Time Lapse Recording function records image frames at the predefi ned interval over the total recording time to produce a time-lapse video.
66 • Position a subject at a crosspoint of a guideline to balance the image composition. • Guidelines are not recorded. Guideline This camcorder provides 3 types of guidelines to help you to set a balanced image composition on the screen. PRECHECK! Select the Record ( / ) mode by pressing the MODE button.
6 7 MENU ITEMS • Accessible items in the menu vary depending on the operation mode. • See pages 40~43 for playback information and button operation.
68 Multi View Option Multi View Option provides sorting thumbnails of recorded videos or photos by different display options. PRECHECK! • Press the MODE button to select the Play( ) mode.
69 Play Option You can set a specifi c playback style according to your preference. PRECHECK! • Press the MODE button to select the Play( ) mode. • Select the Video thumbnail index view screen. page 40 1. Press the MENU button Control joystick ( / ) “Play Option.
7 0 playback options Delete You can erase your recordings one by one, or all at once. PRECHECK! • Press the MODE button to select the Play( ) mode. • Select the Video or Photo thumbnail index view screen.
7 1 Protect • You can protect saved important videos (or photos) from accidental deletion. • Protected images will not be deleted unless you release the protection or format the memory. PRECHECK! • Press the MODE button to select the Play( ) mode.
7 2 Story-Board Print This function captures 16 still images arbitrarily from the selected video and saves them into the storage media. It presents a quick overview of your video, helping you to understand the overall topic. PRECHECK! • Press the MODE button to select the Play( ) mode.
7 3 W T view VIEW Using VIEW PRECHECK! • Press the MODE button to select the Play( ) mode. • Select the Video thumbnail index view screen. page 40 Exit Stor y-Board Print Normal View 1/10 0:00 :55 Normal View Normal View 1/10 1/10 0:00 :55 0:00:5 5 Photo Move Play 1.
7 4 1. Press the MENU button Control joystick ( / ) “Copy.” 2. Select an option by moving the Control joystick ( / ) and then press the OK button. 3. The pop-up selection menu will appear depending on the selected menu item.
7 5 Edit (Divide) You can divide a video clip as many times as you want in order to delete a section you no longer need. The videos will be divided in groups of two. PRECHECK! • Press the MODE button to select the Play( ) mode. • Select the Video thumbnail index view screen.
7 6 Edit (Combine) You can combine two different video clips. PRECHECK! • Press the MODE button to select the Play( ) mode. • Select the Video thumbnail index view screen.
7 7 Slide Show You can playback all the photos stored in the storage media automatically. PRECHECK! • Press the MODE button to select the Play( ) mode. • Select the Photo thumbnail index view screen. page 40 Video Move Full View 1/10 1/10 1/10 Normal View 100- 0001 Slide Show Start Exit Normal View 1/10 1.
7 8 Slide Show Option You can enjoy a slide show with various effects. PRECHECK! • Press the MODE button to select the Play( ) mode. • Select the Photo thumbnail index view screen. page 40 1. Press the MENU button Control joystick ( / ) “Slide Show Option.
7 9 system setting MENU ITEMS ( ) You can setup the date/time, OSD language and display settings of the camcorder. Setting menu items ( ) Items Record ( / ) mode Play mode (Thumbnail index screen) Play mode (Full image display mode) Default values Page Video Photo Video Photo Storage Type * Int.
80 Storage Type (SMX-F43/F44 only) You can record videos (or photos) on the built-in memory or a memory card, so you should select the desired storage media before starting recording or playback. Submenu Items items contents on-screen display “Int. Memory” Select the built-in memory for storage medium.
8 1 Format Use this function if you want to delete all fi les completely or to correct problems on the storage media. Submenu Items items contents on-screen display “Int. Memory” (SMX-F43/F44 only) Formats the built-in memory. - “Card” Formats a memory card.
8 2 system setting File No. File numbers are assigned to recorded fi les in the order they were recorded. Settings File No. Storage Info Format Exit STBY 0:00 :00 [475 Min] Select SCENE : When you set “File No.” to “Series.” each fi le is assigned with a different number so as to avoid duplicating fi le names.
83 The times are based on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). You can se t th e d ate and ti me in “ Dat e/Ti me Set ” fr om the “Se tti ngs” menu. page 84 Setting the clock to the local time (“Visit”) You can easily set the clock to the local time zone when travelling.
84 Date/Time Set By setting the date and time, you can display the date and time of the recording during playback. 1. Press the MENU button Control joystick ( / ) “Settings” Control joystick ( / / OK ) “Date/Time Set.
85 Time Type You can set the display type for the time set according to the selected option. 1. Press the MENU button Control joystick ( / ) “Settings” Control joystick ( / / OK ) “Time Type.” 2. Select the desired submenu item with the Control joystick ( / ), and then press the OK button.
86 LCD Brightness You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen to compensate for ambient lighting conditions. LCD Colour You can change the colour impression of the screen with a variety of colour options by adjusting the red and blue colour range.
8 7 Auto LCD Off To reduce power consumption, the brightness of the LCD screen is automatically dimmed if the camcorder is idle for more than 2 minutes. 1. Press the MENU button Control joystick ( / ) “Settings” Control joystick ( / / OK ) “Auto LCD Off.
88 Transparency You can select the desired transparency to display the menu. 1. Press the MENU button Control joystick ( / ) “Settings” Control joystick ( / / OK ) “Transparency.” 2. Select the desired submenu item with the Control joystick ( / ), and then press the OK button.
89 Shutter Sound You can turn the shutter sound on or off when pressing the PHOTO button. 1. Press the MENU button Control joystick ( / ) “Settings” Control joystick ( / / OK ) “Shutter Sound.” 2. Select the desired submenu item with the Control joystick ( / ), and then press the OK button.
90 PC Software If you set PC Software to On, you can simply use the PC software by connecting the USB cable between the camcorder and your PC. You can download the stored video and photo images on the camcorder to your PC’s hard disk. Editing video/photo fi les is also available using the PC software.
9 1 Default Set You can restore all menu settings to the default conditions. 1. Press the MENU button Control joystick ( / ) “Settings” Control joystick ( / / OK ) “Default Set.” 2. Select “Yes” if you want all the settings return to the default.
9 2 Demo Demo mode automatically shows you the major functions that are included with your camcorder so that you may use them more easily. system setting Using the Demo function • The Demo mode is cancelled in the following cases: - If any butto n is operated ( Recording start /stop , PHOTO , SMART AUTO , etc.
9 3 connecting to a TV VIDEO AUDIO L R VIDEO AUDIO Red Y ello w Whit e Whit e Y ello w Stereo Type Mono Type W T ON OFF MODE ON OFF W T ON OFF MODE VIDEO AUDIO L R VIEW W T CARD VIDEO AUDIO L R Normal TV Camcorder Signal fl ow Audio/Video cable Use the provided Audio/Video cable to connect the camcorder to a TV as follows: 1.
94 C M O S 9 . 0 M E G A P I X E L S C M O S 9 . 0 M E G A P I X E L S VI EW W T C A R D VIEWING ON A TV SCREEN 1. Turn on your TV and set the TV's input selector(source) to the input the camcorder is connected to.
95 dubbing videos DUBBING TO VCR OR DVD/HDD RECORDERS You can dub images played back on your camcorder to other recording devices, such as VCRs or DVD/HDD recorders. This is a convenient way of distributing the dubbed media. Connect the device as the following way.
96 us in g wi th a Wi nd ow s co m pu te r CHECKING YOUR COMPUTER TYPE This chapter explains how to connect the camcorder to a computer using the USB cable. Check your computer type before using!!! To view your recordings on a computer, you need to check your computer type first.
9 7 WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH A WINDOWS COMPUTER You can enjoy the following operations by connecting your camcorder to your Windows computer by using a USB cable. Main Functions • By using the built-in editing software, ‘Intelli-studio’ on your camcorder, you can enjoy the following operations.
98 • Use the provided USB cable. • Don’t apply excessive force when inserting or extracting the USB cable into/from a USB jack. • Insert a USB after checking the direction of its insertion is correct. • We recommend using the AC power adaptor as the power supply instead of the battery pack.
99 Step 2. About the Intelli-studio main window • When the Intelli-studio starts up, thumbnails of videos and photos are displayed in the main window. The window is divided into upper and lower sections. The upper section contains video/photo thumbnails currently stored on your computer.
1 00 Step 3. Playing back the videos (or photos) • You can play back the recordings conveniently using the Intelli-studio application. 1. Run the Intelli-studio programme. page 98 2 . Click the desired folder to display your recordings. • Video (or photo) thumbnails appear on the screen, according the selected source.
1 0 1 For more information about Intelli-studio use, see the Help Guide by clicking the “Help” “Help.” Step 5. Sharing the video/photos online Share your contents with the world, by uploading photos and videos directly to a web site with one click.
1 02 Step 1. Viewing the contents of storage media • If the “Removable Disk” window does not appear, confi rm the connection ( page 96) or repeat steps 1 and 3 again. • When the removable disk does not appear automatically, open the removable disk folder of My Computer.
1 03 Structure of folders and fi les on the storage media • The folder and fi le structure for built-in memory or memory card is as follows. • Don’t arbitrarily change or remove the folder or fi le name. It may not be playable. Image format Videos • Videos are compressed in H.
1 04 TROUBLESHOOTING ✪ Before contacting a Samsung authorised service centre, perform the following simple checks. They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call. Warning indicators and messages Power source Message Icon Informs that.
1 05 Message Icon Informs that... Action Not formatted. Format the Card? (Format the Internal Memory?) - The format of the file is not suppor ted b y thi s cam corde r. The file format is not supported. Check the supported file. Format the memory card using menu item.
1 06 troubleshooting When there is condensation, put the camcorder aside for a while before using. What is condensation? Condensation occurs when a camcorder is moved to a place where the temperature differs significantly from the previous place.
1 0 7 Symptom Explanation/Solution The power automatically turns off. Is “Auto Power Off” set to “5 Min” ? If no button is pressed for about 5 minutes, the camcorder is automatically turned off ( “Auto Power Off” ). To disable this option, change the setting of “Auto Power Off” to “Off.
1 08 Storage Media Symptom Explanation/Solution Memory card functions are not operable. Insert a memory card into your camcorder properly. page 31 If you use a memory card formatted on a computer, format it again directly on your camcorder. page 81 • • Image cannot be deleted.
1 09 Recording Symptom Explanation/Solution Pressing the Recording start/ stop button does not start r ecording. There is not enough free space to record on the the storage media. Make sure the memory card is inserted and write-protect tab is set to unlock.
1 1 0 Symptom Explanation/Solution When the screen is exposed to direct sunlight during recording, the screen turns red or black for an instant. Do not leave the camcorder with the LCD screen exposed to direct sunlight. • During recording, the date/time does not display.
1 1 1 Adjusting the image during recording Symptom Explanation/Solution Focus does not adjust autom atically. Set “Focus” to “Auto.” page 57 The recording conditions are not suitable for auto focus. Adjust the focus manually. page 58 The lens is dusty on the surface.
1 1 2 Connecting to a computer Symptom Explanation/Solution When using the videos, a computer does not recognise your camcorder. Disconnect the USB cable from the computer and camcorder, restart the computer, then reconnect it correctly. • Cannot play a video file properly on a PC.
1 1 3 General operations Symptom Explanation/Solution The date and time are incorrect. Has the camcorder been left unused for a long period of time? The backup built-in rechargeable battery may be discharged. page 28 • Pressing a button will not turn on or operate the computer.
1 1 4 Your camcorder is a product of superior design and craftsmanship and should be treated with care. The suggestions below will help you fulfill any warranty obligations and allow you to enjoy this product for many years. • For safekeeping of the camcorder, turn off the camcorder.
1 1 5 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Storage media • Be sure to follow the guidelines below to prevent corruption or damage to your recorded data. - Do not bend or drop the storage media, or subject it to strong pressure, jolts or vibrations. - Do not splash the storage media with water.
1 1 6 USING YOUR CAMCORDER ABROAD • Each country or region has its own electric and colour systems. • Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following items. • Power sources The provided AC adaptor features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 100 V to 240 V.
1 1 7 System Video signal Picture compression format Audio compression format Recording resolution Image device Lens Focal length Filter diameter PAL H.264/AVC Format AAC (Advanced Audio Coding) TV Super Fine (about 5.0Mbps), TV Fine (about 4.0Mbps), TV Normal (about 3.
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