User Manual Digital Camcorder www.samsung.
before reading this user manual SAFETY WARNINGS What the icons and signs in this user manual mean; Means that there is a potential risk of death or serious injury. WARNING CAUTION CAUTION Means that 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. Means hints or referential pages that may be helpful when operating the camcorder.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON USE Before using this camcorder • This camcorder records video in H.264 (MPEG4 part10/AVC) format and in High Definition Video (HD-VIDEO) or Standard Definition Video(SD-VIDEO). • 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.
before reading this user manual The following terms are used in this manual: • ‘Scene’ refers to the point where you press Record Start/Stop button to start recording until you press again to pause the recording. • The terms ‘photo’ and ‘still image’ are used interchangeably with the same meaning. • For Open Source licenses information, refer to the “Opensource_M20.pdf” in the provided CD-ROM.
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. This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage consisting a risk of electric shock is present within this unit. This symbol indicates that there are important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying this unit.
important safety instructions 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.
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.
important safety instructions 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: Hg 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.
safety information The safety precautions illustrated below are to prevent personal injury or material damages. Follow all instructions carefully. WARNING Means that there is a potential risk of serious personal injury. Prohibited action. Do not touch the product. CAUTION Means that there is a potential risk of personal injury or damage to the product Do not disassemble the product. This precaution must be kept. Unplug from the power supply.
safety information ing an cle d flui Do not dispose of battery pack in a fire as it may explode. Never use cleaning fluid or similar chemicals to clean the camcorder. Do not spray cleaners directly on the camcorder. 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.
W 4 CAUTION W 4 Do not drop or expose the camcorder, battery pack, 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 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.
W 4 safety information W 4 Do not wipe the camcorder body with benzene or thinner. The exterior coating could peel off or the case surface could deteriorate. Do not leave the LCD screen open when not using the camcorder. W 4 W 4 Do not place the camcorder with the open LCD screen down. W 4 W 4 Do not use the camcorder near a TV or radio: This could cause noise on the TV screen or to radio broadcasts. w T Do not hold the camcorder by the LCD monitor when lifting it.
contents PREPARATION 13 2 5 9 Before reading this user manual Safety information Contents 13 13 Quick start guide You can record videos or photos on a memory card What’s included with your camcorder Getting to know the camcorder Location of controls Identifying the screen displays Getting started Using the battery pack Checking the battery state Basic operation of the camcorder Turning your camcorder on/off Switching to the power saving mode Setting the operation modes Using the display( / CHECK) but
contents 45 48 49 49 50 52 53 54 Recording with ease for beginners (SMART AUTO mode) Capturing photos while playing back videos Zooming Basic Playback Changing the playback mode Playing back videos Viewing photos Viewing a slide show Zooming during playback 55 55 56 59 60 61 62 62 63 64 65 65 66 66 67 67 68 68 69 70 71 75 76 76 77 78 79 79 Advanced Recording Handling menus and Q.MENUS Menu items Q.
ADVANCED OPERATION 55 80 MIC Level 80 Digital Zoom 81 Cont. Shot 82 Bracket Shot 82 Self Timer 83 Time Lapse REC 85 Quick view 86 Guideline 86 Advance playback 86 Play Option 87 Story-Board Print 88 Using VIEW 89 Highlight 89 Share Mark 90 Cont. Capture 90 File Info 91 System setting 91 Date/Time Display 91 Date Type 92 Time Type 92 File No.
contents EDITING VIDEO 105 EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS 117 USING A COMPUTER 123 OTHER INFORMATION 131 12 105 105 106 107 108 108 109 110 111 112 112 113 114 114 115 Editing video clips Deleting a section of a video Dividing a video Combining videos Editing the playlist Playlist Creating the playlist Arranging videos in the playlist Deleting videos from the playlist File management Protection from accidental erasure Deleting files Printing photos DPOF printing settings Direct printing with a PictBridge printe
quick start guide 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! You can find your desired recordings quickly by using the thumbnail index view. STEP1: Get ready 1. Insert a memory card. page 35 • You can use commercially available SDHC(SD High Capacity) or SD memory cards with this camcorder. OPEN 2. Insert the battery into the battery slot. page 24 3. Charge the battery fully.
quick start guide Recording videos with HD Recording photos (high definition) image quality Your camcorder is compatible with H.264 format “1080/60p” which provides highlydetailed, beautiful images. page 61 1. Open the LCD screen. 1. Open the LCD screen to turn on the video ( ) indicator. • Your camcorder turns on when you open the LCD screen. 3. Press PHOTO button lightly to adjust the focus, then press it fully (a shutter click sounds). 2.
STEP3: Play back videos or photos Viewing the LCD screen of your camcorder You can view movies and pictures on the camcorder’s LCD screen. 1. Touch the Play ( ) tab on the screen in STBY mode. 2. Touch the thumbnail ( STBY 00:00:00 [80Min] HD / 85 MIN SD / ) tab, then touch the desired image. HD 140 MIN SD 3/3 Viewing on a high definition TV • You can enjoy HD (high definition) videos on your HDTV. page 121 O XEL S I AP CM EG .
quick start guide Viewing videos and photos on your PC 1. Launch 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” in the Intelli-studio program. • You can arrange the files by different criteria such as Face, Date, Location, etc.
WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH YOUR CAMCORDER Before using the camcorder, make sure none of the items listed below are missing from your box. The contents or the shape of the accessories may vary depending on the sales region. Checking your accessories S OS IXEL CMEGA P M .0 10 Model name CHG Color LCD screen Lens O Color/ Touch panel 8x(Optical), 12x(Intelli) HMX-M20SN Silver CHEC K VIEW Memory card slot HMX-M20BN Black AU DI O • The shape is the same for all models. Only the color is different.
getting to know the camcorder LOCATION OF CONTROLS Front/Left/Right ❶ ❷ ❸ ❹ S OS IXEL CMEGA P M .0 10 CHG ❺ CHE CK ❻ VIE W ❼ ❽ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 18 Built-in flash Lens Recording indicator button Internal microphone Q.
Rear/Bottom MODE Q.
getting to know the camcorder IDENTIFYING THE SCREEN DISPLAYS The available functions vary depending on the selected operation mode. Different indicators appear depending on the setting values. The indicators below only appear in the Video Record mode. PRECHECK! • The On Screen display (OSD) below appears only when the camcorder is in Video record ( • Select the Video ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 31 ) mode.
The available functions vary depending on the selected operation mode. Different indicators appear depending on the setting values. The indicators below only appear in the Video Play mode. PRECHECK! • The On Screen display (OSD) below appears only when the camcorder is in Video playback ( • Select the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the playback mode page 49 ) mode.
getting to know the camcorder IDENTIFYING THE SCREEN DISPLAYS The available functions vary depending on the selected operation mode. Different indicators appear depending on the setting values. The indicators below only appear in the Photo Record mode. PRECHECK! • The On Screen display (OSD) below only appears when the camcorder is in Photo record ( • Select the Photo ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 49 ) mode. Photo record mode 1 2 3 4 21 5 6 85 MIN 3888 7 60i 20 19 DIS 18 F3.
The available functions vary depending on the selected operation mode. Different indicators appear depending on the setting values. The indicators below only appear in the Photo Play mode. PRECHECK! • The On Screen display (OSD) below appears only when the camcorder is in Video playback ( • Select the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the Playback mode page 49 ) mode. Photo play mode 1 2 3 4 5 140 MIN 1/3888 14 13 60i 6 100-0001 1 7 JAN/01/2010 12:00 AM 8 9 12 2 11 10 X 1.
getting started USING THE BATTERY PACK Purchase extra battery packs to allow continuous use of your camcorder. ❷ ❶ ❸ OPEN Inserting the battery pack Ejecting the battery pack 1. Open the battery/memory card cover by sliding the battery/memory card cover switch towards ①. 1. Open the battery/memory card cover by sliding the battery/memory card cover switch towards ①. 2. Insert the battery pack into the battery pack slot until it softly clicks.
Charging the battery pack with the AC power adaptor MODE ) button CHG DC IN Power( OPEN AC power adaptor PRECHECK! Before starting this procedure, make sure that the battery pack is inserted in your camcorder. page 29 1. Press the power( ) button to turn off the camcorder, and then close the LCD screen. page 29 2. Open the jack cover. 3. Insert the battery pack in the camcorder. 4.
getting started CHECKING THE BATTERY STATE You can check the charging state and remaining battery capacity. To check the charging state The color of the CHG lamp indicates the power or charging state. MODE CHG Charging (CHG) lamp The color of the charging indicator shows the charging state. Charge Charging state LED color Charging Fully Charged Error (Orange) (Green) (Red / Blink) • Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use.
Available running time for the battery pack Battery Type Charging time BP125A Approx. 180 min. Video Resolution HD (1080/60i) SD (480/60p) Continuous recording time Approx. 85min. Approx. 90min. Playback time Approx. 140min. Approx. 170min. (Unit: minutes.) • Charging time: Approximate time (in min.) required to fully charge a completely exhausted battery pack. • Recording/Playback time: Approximate recording time (in min.) available when you fully charge the battery pack.
getting started About the running time • The recording times in the table on the previous page were 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 may be shorter depending on the conditions under which you use your camcorder.
basic operation of the camcorder TURNING YOUR CAMCORDER ON/OFF This chapter introduces you to the basic operation procedures of this camcorder, such as turning the power on/off, switching modes, and setting on-screen indicators. 1. Open the LCD screen to turn on the camcorder. • Your camcorder turns on automatically when you open the LCD screen. ) 2. To turn off the camcorder, press the Power ( button for about one second. • Closing the LCD screen will not turn off the camcorder.
basic operation of the camcorder SWITCHING TO THE POWER SAVING MODE If you need to use the camcorder for an extended time, the following functions enable you to prevent unnecessary energy consumption. In STBY mode: • The camcorder switches to "Quick On STBY" mode when you close the LCD screen. page 96 In Playback mode (Includes the thumbnail view mode): • The camcorder switches to the sleep mode when you close the LCD screen, and then, if idle for more than 20 minutes, the camcorder turns off.
SETTING THE OPERATION MODES You can switch the operating mode in the following order each time you press the MODE button. Video mode ( ) Photo mode ( ) Video mode ( ). • Each time the operation mode changes, the respective mode indicator lights. • Touching the Play ( ) tab in the video or photo record mode switches the operation mode to the video or photo playback mode. Mode Icon MODE Q.
basic operation of the camcorder Checking the remaining battery and recording capacity • When the power is off, press and hold the display ( / CHECK) button. • When the power is on, press and hold the display ( / CHECK) button for about 3 second. • The remaining battery time and the available recording time appear for about 10 seconds according to the storage and quality setting values. Remaining battery (approx.) Battery 0% 50% 100% 85 Min Card (HD 1080/60i F) 80 Min Available recording time (approx.
first time settings SETTING THE TIME ZONE AND DATE/TIME FOR THE FIRST TIME Set the date and time of your local area when you turn on this camcorder for the first time. 1. Open the LCD screen to turn on the camcorder. • Your camcorder turns on automatically when you open the LCD screen. • The Time Zone (“Home”) screen appears centered on Lisbon, London (Greenwich Mean Time 00.00). • You can also set your current time zone from the “Settings” menu. page 93 2.
first time settings SELECTING A LANGUAGE You can select the language the camcorder uses for menus and messages. The camcorder retains the language setting even when you turn it off. 1. Touch Menu ( ) Setting ( ) tab. )/down ( 2. Touch up ( 85 MIN Language ) tab until “Language” appears. Demo 3. Touch “Language,” and then touch the desired OSD language. 7/7 4. Touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab to complete the setting. • The camcorder displays the menus and messages in the language you selected.
getting ready to start recording INSERTING AND REMOVING A MEMORY CARD (NOT SUPPLIED) ❶ To insert a memory card OPEN ❷ To eject a memory card 1. Open the battery/memory card cover by sliding the battery/memory card cover switch towards ①. 1. Open the battery/memory card cover by sliding the battery/memory card cover switch towards ①. 2. Insert the memory card into the card slot until it softly clicks. • Make sure that SD/SDHC Card logo is facing up and the camcorder is placed as shown in the figure.
getting ready to start recording SELECTING A SUITABLE MEMORY CARD Compatible memory cards • You can use SD (Secure Digital) and SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) cards with this camcorder. We recommend you use an SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) card. The camcorder supports SD cards up to 2GB. We cannot guarentee normal operation with SD cards bigger than 2GB. • MMC (Multi Media Card) and MMC Plus are not supported.
• 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 the card cannot record new data, you must 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.
getting ready to start recording Available recording time for video Video resolution 1080/60p 1080/60i 1080/30p 720+480/30p 720/60p 720/30p 480/60p Web & Mobile Quality Super Fine Fine Super Fine Fine Super Fine Fine Fine Super Fine Fine Super Fine Fine Super Fine Fine Super Fine Fine 1GB 5min 7min 7min 10min 7min 10min 12min 10min 13min 15min 19min 19min 24min 26min 33min 2GB 10min 14min 14min 20min 14min 20min 23min 20min 26min 29min 37min 37min 47min 52min 65min Storage media (Capacity) 4GB 8GB 16GB
USING THE HAND STRAP Q.MENU CM 10.0 ME G A O P S IXEL Attach the strap and place your hand through the loop to prevent the camcorder from being dropped. S 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.
getting ready to start recording BASIC CAMCORDER POSITIONING Use both hands while taking a video or picture to prevent the camcorder from shaking. Try to avoid any slight movement while shooting. Adjusting the shooting angle Aim the camcorder as shown in the illustration. 1. Hold the camcorder with both your hands. 2. Put your hand through the hand strap. 3. Make sure your footing is stable and there is no danger of colliding with another person or object. IN ZO TE O LL M I 4.
basic recording RECORDING VIDEOS This camcorder supports both High Definition (HD) and Standard Definition (SD) image resolutions. Set the resolution you want before recording. page 61 PRECHECK! • Open the LCD screen to turn on the camcorder. • Your camcorder turns on automatically when you open the LCD screen. • Select the Video ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 49 1. Select a subject to record. • Adjust the LCD panel to the best angle for recording.
basic recording • If power is interrupted or an error occurs during recording, the video may not be recorded/edited. • Samsung is not responsible for any damage caused by a failure of normal recording or playback operation because of memory card error. • Note that damaged data cannot be recovered. • Videos are compressed in the H.264 (MPEG-4.AVC) format. • Eject the battery pack when you have finished recording to prevent unnecessary battery power consumption.
Capturing Photos in Video Record Mode (STILL SHOT) Your camcorder can capture photos without interrupting video recording, even in STBY mode. PRECHECK! Select the Video ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 49 You can record photos while recording videos. 00:00:30 [80Min] 85 MIN [80Min] 85 MIN 1. Press the Recording start/stop button. • The recording () indicator appears, and recording starts. 2.
basic recording RECORDING PHOTOS You can take photos and store them in an SD/SDHC memory card. Set the resolution and quality you want before recording. pages 61~62 PRECHECK! • Open the LCD screen to turn on the camcorder. • Your camcorder turns on automatically when you open the LCD screen. • Select the Photo ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 49 1. Select a subject to record. • Adjust the LCD panel to the best angle for recording.
RECORDING WITH EASE FOR BEGINNERS (SMART AUTO MODE) When you use the SMART AUTO function, the camera detects the kind of scene you want to record, and then adjusts most of its settings automatically. This function frees you from making detailed adjustments. PRECHECK! Select the Video ( ) or Photo ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 49 1. Press the SMART AUTO button. • ( ) indicator is displayed. (When you activate the SMART AUTO mode, the Anti-shake ( DIS ) indicator also appears.) 2.
basic recording Detecting scenes in the SMART AUTO mode In the SMART AUTO mode, your camcorder detects the subject and selects an appropriate scene mode automatically. • A scene icon appears according to the scene the camcorder detects. • If the camcorder does not detecte a scene, the ( ) indicator appears. STBY 00:00:00 [80Min] 85 MIN DIS • The SMART AUTO mode automatically sets the following record functions: “ SCENE,” ”White Balance,” “Aperture,” “Shutter,” “EV,” “3D-NR,” “Super C.
CAPTURING PHOTOS WHILE PLAYING BACK VIDEOS You can capture photos during video playback. PRECHECK! Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the Playback mode. page 49 1. Recorded videos appear in a thumbnail index view. • Touch the up ( )/down ( ) tab to move to the previous/next page. 2. Touch the video clip you want. • The camcorder plays the video you selected. 3. Aim the camcorder at the scene you want to photograph, and then press the PHOTO button halfway. • The video playback pauses. 4.
basic recording ZOOMING This camcorder features 12x intelli - zoom in the Video ( mode to make distant subjects appear closer. ) mode and 8x optical zoom in the Photo ( ) To zoom in Press the T (zoom) button on the LCD panel or slide the zoom lever towards T (telephoto). • The distant subject is gradually magnified. To zoom out MODE Q. MENU CHG STBY 00:00:00 [80Min] W : Wide angle 85 MIN T : Telephoto Press the W (zoom) button on the LCD panel or slide the zoom lever towards W (wide-angle).
basic playback CHANGING THE PLAYBACK MODE • • • • You can switch the operation mode directly into the playback thumbnail display by touching the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen. The most recently created file is highlighted in the thumbnail view. The camcorder selects the thumbnail display options depending on the standby mode that was last used. However, you can choose the video (HD or SD) or photo thumbnail view display options by touching the HD ( HD ), SD ( SD ), or photo ( ) tab on the LCD screen.
basic playback PLAYING BACK VIDEOS You can preview recorded videos in a thumbnail index view. Find the video you want quickly, and playback directly. PRECHECK! Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the Playback mode. page 50 1. Touch “HD” or “SD.” • Video thumbnails corresponding to the selected video quality appear on the screen. • To change the current thumbnail view, select the ( ), or ( ) tab on the screen.
Various playback operations Playback / Pause / Stop • Playback and Pause alternate when you touch the Playback ( ) / Pause ( ) tab during playback. • Touch the Return ( ) tab to stop playback.
basic playback VIEWING PHOTOS You can view recorded photos by using various playback functions. PRECHECK! Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the Playback mode. page 49 1. Touch the Photo ( ) tab. • The thumbnail view appears. • To change the current thumbnail view, select ( ), or ( ) tab on the screen. • If you select the thumbnail display by date ( ), you can sort videos by specific date. page 49 • To change the current thumbnail page, touch up ( ) or down ( ) tab.
VIEWING A SLIDE SHOW You can view a photo slide show. PRECHECK! • This function works in Photo ( ) mode only. • Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the Playback mode. page 49 1. Touch the Photo ( • • 2. Touch the Menu ( • • • • • ) tab. The thumbnail view appears. To change the current thumbnail page, touch up ( ( ) tab. HD SD 140 MIN ) or down 12 / 12 ) tab “Slide Show Start” The ( ) indicator appears.The slide show starts from the current selected photo.
basic playback ZOOMING DURING PLAYBACK You can magnify an image you’ve played back. Touch up ( area of the magnified photo to view. )/down ( )/left ( )/right ( ) to select an PRECHECK! • This function works only in the Photo play mode. ) tab on the LCD screen to select the Playback mode. page 49 • Touch the Play ( 1. Touch the Photo ( ) tab. • The thumbnail view appears. • To change the current thumbnail page, touch up ( ) or down ( ) tab. HD 140 MIN SD 12 / 12 2.
advanced recording HANDLING MENUS AND Q.MENUS Follow the instructions below to use each of the menu items listed in this manual. This chapter uses the “Shutter,” and “Focus” functions of the video record mode as examples. MODE Q. MENU CHG STBY 00:00:00 Using the MENU ( ) tab Q.MENU button [80Min] 85 MIN Menu( ) tab 1. Open the LCD screen to turn on the camcorder. • 85 MIN If you find the LCD screen is already open and the power is turned off, press the power ( ) button to turn on the camcorder.
advanced recording Customizing the Q.MENU items You can choose which menu items appear when you press the Q.MENU button on the LCD screen. 1. Press the Q.MENU button. The quick menu screen appears. 2. Touch the Edit ( ) tab. 3. Touch the Q.MENU item you want to delete or replace with a new one. 4. Touch the replace/add ( ) or delete ( ) tab to make changes. • Press the ( ) tab to save changes. • The Q.MENU screen is modified according to your changes. Q. MENU MODE Q.
Operation mode Focus Face Detection Magic Touch Metering Anti-Shake (HDIS) Digital Effect Fader Tele Macro Wind Cut MIC Level Digital Zoom Cont.
advanced recording Setting menu items Operation mode Storage Info Format File No.
Q.MENU ITEMS Your camcorder provides quick menus that contain functions you frequently use. Pressing the Q.MENU button lets you access the functions and start changing settings directly.
advanced recording SCENE Using the SCENE function, you can select a setting that matches the scene you are shooting (Sports, Portrait, etc.). Based on your selection, the camcorder sets the appropriate shutter speed and aperture automatically for optimal recording. 85 MIN iSCENE Raesolution 1/7 PRECHECK! Select the Video ( Quality Slow Motion ) or Photo ( 1. Touch the Menu ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 49 ) tab SCENE.” 2. Touch a desired submenu item.
Resolution You can select the resolution of the video to be recorded. PRECHECK! Select Video ( ) or Photo ( 1. Touch the Menu ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 49 ) tab “Resolution.” 85 MIN iSCENE 2. Touch a desired submenu item. Resolution 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab. Quality 1/7 Slow Motion Resolution submenu in the Video Record mode • • • • • • • • 1080/60p ( ): Records in the HD (1920x1080/60p) format.
advanced recording Quality You can select the quality of the video to be recorded. PRECHECK! Select Video ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 49 ) or Photo ( 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Quality.” 85 MIN iSCENE 2. Touch a desired submenu item. Resolution 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab. 1/7 Quality Sharpness Quality submenu in the Video Record mode • Super Fine ( ): Records video in super fine image quality. • Fine ( ): Records video in fine image quality.
Understanding Slow Motion ex)The number of frames the camcorder uses to record video in one second: When Slow Motion is set to Off: 60 frames per second 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 58 59 60 When the Slow Motion function is set to [SD] 240frame/sec: 240 frames per second 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 238 239 240 • When recording in slow motion, the camcorder stops recording after 10 seconds.
advanced recording White Balance Using the White Balance function, you can select a setting that matches the light illuminating the subject you are shooting (Daylight, Fluorescent, etc.). Based on your selection, the camcorder automatically adjusts the color of the subject so the colors in your recording or photo look natural. PRECHECK! Select Video ( ) or Photo ( 1. Touch the Menu ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 49 ) tab “White Balance.” 85 MIN 2. Touch a desired submenu item.
ISO ISO sensitivity is a measure of how rapidly the camcorder reacts to a light source. If you leave the aperture (lens opening) setting unchanged, the higher the ISO sensitivity, the brighter your images will be. PRECHECK! • This function works in Photo ( • Select the Photo ( 1. Touch the Menu ( ) mode only. ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 49 85 MIN ) tab “ISO.” White Balance 2. Touch a desired submenu item. ISO ISO 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab.
advanced recording Shutter The camcorder automatically sets the shutter speed depending on a scene's brightness. You can also manually adjust the shutter speed. PRECHECK! Select the Video ( ) or Photo ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 49 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Shutter.” 2. Touch a desired submenu item. 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( 85 MIN White Balance Aperture ) tab.
3D-NR 3D-NR (3-Dimension Noise Reduction) function reduces video noise and improves image quality. This is especially effective during low light shooting. PRECHECK! Select the Video ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 49 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “3D-NR.” 2. Touch a desired submenu item. 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab. Submenu items • Off : Disables the function. • On : Enables the 3D-NR function.
advanced recording Back Light When a subject is lit from behind, this function compensates for the back lighting so that the subject does not appear too dark. PRECHECK! Select the Video ( ) or Photo ( 1. Touch the Menu ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 49 ) tab “Back Light.” 85 MIN 2. Touch a desired submenu item. 3D-NR Super C.Nite 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab.
Flash Using the Flash function, you can set the built-in flash to fire in different ways. PRECHECK! Select the Photo ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 49 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Flash.” 2. Touch a desired submenu item. 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( 85 MIN EV 0 Back Light ) tab. 3/7 Dynamic Range Flash Submenu items • Off ( ): The flash does not fire. • Auto ( ): The flash fires automatically under low light conditions.
advanced recording Focus The camcorder usually focuses on a subject automatically (auto focus). When you turn the camcorder on, focus is always initially set to auto-focus. You can also set the focus to manual as needed. PRECHECK! Select the Video ( ) or Photo ( 1. Touch the Menu ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 49 ) tab “Focus." 85 MIN 2. Touch a desired submenu item. Focus AUTO Face Detection 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab.
Face Detection Your camcorder can detect a subject’s face and automatically adjust brightness, focus, and image quality to the optimal settings. Face Detection record faces more vividly. PRECHECK! Select the Video ( ) or Photo ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 49 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Face Detection.” 2. Touch a desired submenu item. 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( 85 MIN Focus AUTO Face Detection ) tab.
advanced recording Taking photos with Smile Shot When the subject is adjusted on the LCD screen, the camcorder detects a smiling subject and record it automatically. 1. In the submenu items, touch “Smile Shot.” 2. Center the smiling face in the LCD screen. • When the camcorder detects the smiling face, it automatically takes a picture. You do not need to press the [Shutter]. 85 MIN Focus AUTO Face Detection 4/7 Magic Touch Metering Face Detection A big smile helps the camera detect the face.
Registering My Star in Photo Record mode. By registering faces that are frequently recorded, you can adjust focus and exposure before recording. You must have a memory card installed to use this function. 85 MIN Focus AUTO Face Detection 1. In the submenu items, touch “My Star” 4/7 Magic Touch Metering 2. Focus on the desired face to register, then press the PHOTO button. • For better detection performance, we recommend you record up to 5 photos of the left, right, and front of a face.
advanced recording Changing priority of registered faces in Photo Record mode You can only delete faces or change the priority order of faces that are registered to My Star. You must have a memory card installed to use this function. HD 140 MIN SD 1 2 3 2 3 4 1. In the Play mode, touch the Play ( ) tab ( ). • To cancel My Star, touch ( • To display only My Star, touch ( ). 2. Touch the ( 3. Touch ( 123 ) tab. ) tab. 1/1 HD ), then select the face you want to change. 4.
Magic Touch Simply touch the area on the LCD screen that you want to focus on when taking a photo. PRECHECK! Select the Photo ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 49 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Magic touch.” 85 MIN Focus 2. Touch a desired submenu item. AUTO Face Detection 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab. 4/7 Magic Touch Metering Submenu items 3888 85 MIN 3888 85 MIN • Off: Disable the function.
advanced recording Metering You can choose the metering standard for the brightness of your subject. PRECHECK! Select the Photo ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 49 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Metering.” 85 MIN Focus 2. Touch a desired submenu item. AUTO Face Detection 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab. 4/7 Magic Touch Metering Submenu items • Multi ( ): Meters multiple portions of a scene to determine the appropriate aperture size.
Digital Effect Use the digital effect function to give your recordings a creative look. PRECHECK! Select the Video ( ) or Photo ( 1. Touch the Menu ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 49 ) tab “Digital Effect.” 85 MIN Focus 2. Touch a desired submenu item. AUTO Face Detection 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab.
advanced recording 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 Video ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 49 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Fader.” 85 MIN Fader 2. Touch a desired submenu item. Tele Macro 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab.
Tele Macro Using the Tele Macro function, you can get close up images which are created by focusing on a small portion of a large object at a wide angle. The effective focal distance in the Tele Macro mode is between 80 to 100 cm. (31.49 to 39.37 inches) PRECHECK! Select the Video ( ) or Photo ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 49 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Tele Macro.” 2. Touch a desired submenu item. 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( 85 MIN Fader Tele Macro ) tab.
advanced recording MIC Level Using the MIC Level function you can adjust the audio volume levels so the built-in microphone picks up sounds more clearly and accurately. PRECHECK! Select the Video ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 49 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “MIC Level.” 85 MIN Fader 2. Touch a desired submenu item. Tele Macro 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab. 5/7 Wind Cut MIC Level Submenu items • High ( ): Sets the MIC volume to the highest level.
Cont. Shot This function allows you to capture photos rapidly in succession to give you more photo-taking opportunities when recording moving subjects. PRECHECK! Select the Photo ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 49 ) tab “Cont. Shot.” 1. Touch the Menu ( 85 MIN Cont. Shot 2. Touch a desired submenu item. Bracket Shot 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab. 6/7 Self Timer Quick View Submenu items • Off: Records only one photo image.
advanced recording Bracket Shot Using the Bracket Shot function, you can take continuous pictures with different brightness setting values. PRECHECK! Select the Photo ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 49 1. Touch the Menu ( 85 MIN ) tab “Bracket Shot.” Cont. Shot 2. Touch a desired submenu item. 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( Bracket Shot ) tab. 6/7 Self Timer Quick View Submenu items • Off: Disables the function.
Time Lapse REC Using the Time Lapse feature, you can program your camcorder to create a time lapse video by recording a series of individual frames over a set period of time with a set time interval between each frame. For example, you could put your camcorder on a tripod (not supplied) in time lapse mode to shoot succesive frames of a flower opening or a bird building a nest every 30 seconds for 24 hours. PRECHECK! Select the Video ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button.
advanced recording Example of Time Lapse Recording Total time of recording Recording interval Time for recording on the storage media (a video of the Time Lapse Recording.) The Time Lapse Recording function records image frames at the predefined interval over the total recording time to produce a time-lapse video.
Quick View Using the Quick View function, you can view the most recently recorded video and photo images as soon as the recording is finished. PRECHECK! Select the Video ( ) or Photo ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 49 Quick View function in the video record mode 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Quick View.” 85 MIN Digital Zoom 2. Touch a desired submenu item. Self Timer 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab.
advanced playback Guideline This camcorder provides 3 types of guidelines to help you to set a balanced image composition on the screen. PRECHECK! Select the Video ( ) or Photo ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 49 85 MIN 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Guideline.” 2. Touch a desired guideline according to the subject. • The selected guideline appears on the screen. If you do not want to use this function, touch “Off.” ) tab. 3.
Story-Board Print The Story-Board Print function captures 16 still images in time sequence from a video you select, arranges them into a storyboard, and then saves the storyboard to the storage media. The storyboard presents a quick overview of your video, helping you to understand its overall topic or story. PRECHECK! “Story-Board Printing” is available in the Video Play mode only. Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the playback mode page 49 140 MIN 1. Touch “HD” or “SD.
advanced playback Using VIEW The VIEW function captures 16 still images from a video you select, and then creates a preview of a 16 thumbnail storyboard. You can view the 16 images on the LCD screen and save the 16 thumbnails as a storyboard image. PRECHECK! VIEW is available in the Video Play mode only. Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the playback mode page 49 1. Touch “HD” or “SD.” • • • • Video thumbnails of the video quality you selected appear on the screen.
Highlight The Highlight function plays short portions of the videos you recorded in the last 24 hours or of all videos. PRECHECK! Touch the Play ( ) HD ( HD ) or SD ( SD ) tab on the LCD screen. page 49 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab. “Highlight.” 2. Touch a desired submenu item. • When the highlight view is finished, the video thumbnail view appears. • In the highlight play mode, you can adjust the volume by touching the screen and can also Cancel the playback. 3.
advanced playback Cont. Capture You can take photos (JPEG format) in succession while playing a video. PRECHECK! Touch the Play ( ) HD ( 1. Touch the Menu ( HD ) or SD ( SD ) tab on the LCD screen. page 49 ) tab “Cont. Capture.” 140 MIN 2. Touch a desired submenu item. Cont. Capture File Info ) tab. 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( • The Cont. Capture ( ) indicator appears on the screen during video playback.
system setting Date/Time Display You can set the date and time displayed on the LCD screen. 1. Touch the Menu ( ) Setting ( ) tab “Date/Time Display.” 85 MIN 2. Touch a desired submenu item. Date/Time Set ) tab. • The date/time is displayed on the LCD screen according to the option you selected. Date Type 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( 2/7 Time Type Date/Time Dispaly Submenu items • Off : Current date/time information is not displayed. • Date : Displays the current date.
system setting Time Type You can set the time display type. 1. Touch the Menu ( ) Setting ( ) tab “Time Type.” 85 MIN Date/Time Set 2. Touch the desired display option. Date Type 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab. 2/7 Time Type Date/Time Display Submenu items • 12Hr : Displays the time in 12 hour units. • 24Hr : Displays the time in 24 hour units. File No. File names (numbers) are assigned to recorded images according to the selected numbering option. 1.
Time Zone You can easily set the clock to the local time when using your camcorder in a different time zone. 1. Touch the Menu ( “Visit.” 2 Touch the left ( ) tab Setting ( ) tab “Time Zone” ) or the right ( of the area you are visiting. Time Zone Home ) tab to select the Time Zone 3. Touch ( OK ) tab when you are done setting the time zone. • The camcorder does not apply the time zone value you set if you ) tab without touching the finish the setting by touching the ( ) or ( ( OK ) tab.
system setting LCD Control You can adjust the brightness and saturation of the LCD screen. 1. Touch the Menu ( ) Setting ( ) tab “LCD Control.” 2. Touch the decrease ( ) or increase ( 85 MIN LCD Control ) tab to adjust the value LCD Enhancer of a desired item. 3/7 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab. Auto LCD Off Beep Sound LCD Control Brightness 18 Submenu items • Brightness : Adjusts the brightness of the LCD screen.
Auto LCD Off To reduce power consumption, the camcorder dims the brightness of the LCD screen automatically if the camcorder is idle for more than 2 minutes. 1. Touch the Menu ( ) Setting ( ) tab “Auto LCD Off.” 85 MIN 2. Touch a desired submenu item. LCD Control LCD Enhancer 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab. 3/7 Auto LCD Off Beep Sound Submenu items • Off : Disable the function.
system setting Quick On STBY When you are going to record frequently for an extended time, use the Quick On STBY function to reduce energy consumption and battery drain. With the Quick On STBY function on and the camcorder In standby mode, closing the LCD screen starts Quick On STBY. Once you are ready to record again and you open the LCD screen, Quick On STBY brings the camcorder out of the power saving mode quickly. ) Setting ( ) tab “Quick On STBY.” 2. Touch a desired submenu item. 3.
PC Software If you set PC Software to On, you can start the PC software built into you camcorder (Intelli-studio) by connecting the USB cable between the camcorder and your PC. You can download the video and photo images stored on your camcorder to your PC’s hard disk and edit the video and photo files. ) Setting ( ) tab “PC Software.” 2. Touch a desired submenu item. 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab. 1.
system setting Format Use this function if you want to delete all files completely or correct problems on the storage media. PRECHECK! Formatting completely deletes all files and options on a memory card, including protected files. By deleting all files and options, formatting typically corrects problems, enabling stable speeds and operation. Be aware that all files and data including protected files will be erased. ) Setting ( ) tab “Format.” • A message appears asking about formatting the memory card. 1.
Beep Sound Turns the beep sound you hear when operating buttons or tabs on or off. 1. Touch the Menu ( ) Setting ( ) tab “Beep Sound.” 85 MIN LCD Control 2. Touch a desired submenu item. LCD Enhancer 3. To exit, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab until the menu 3/7 disappears. Auto LCD Off Beep Sound Submenu items • Off : Disables the function. • On : A beep sounds when you operate buttons or tabs such as the Power button or recording start/stop button.
system setting Auto Power Off You can set your camcorder to turn off automatically if it is idle for 5 minutes without an operation. This function prevents unnecessary power consumption. 1. Touch the Menu ( ) Setting ( ) tab “Auto Power Off.” 85 MIN 2. Touch a desired submenu item. Shutter Sound Booting Mode 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab. 4/7 Auto Power Off Quick On STBY Submenu items • Off : Disable the function.
USB Connect You can transfer data to a PC or print photos directly by establishing the USB connection. ) Setting ( ) tab “USB Connect.” 1. Touch the Menu ( 85 MIN PC Software 2. Touch a desired submenu item. USB Connect 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab. TV Type 5/7 Analog TV Out 60i Submenu items • Mass Storage : Select when you connect the camcorder to a PC to transfer videos or photos.
system setting TV Display You can enable or disable the On Screen Display (OSD) that appears on the TV screen when you have connected your camcorder to a TV. 1. Touch the Menu ( ) Setting ( ) tab “TV Display.” 85 MIN TV Connect Guide 2. Touch a desired submenu item. TV Display 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab. 6/7 REC Lamp Default Set Submenu items • Off : The OSD (On Screen Display) menus are only shown on the LCD screen.
Analog TV Out You can set the component or composite video output to match the TV you have connected. PRECHECK! • Using the Component/AV Cable provided with your camcorder, connect the camcorder to your TV. pages 118~120 • This HD camcorder provides a two-in-one component/AV cable that works as both a component and AV (composite) cable. When using the component/AV cable, you must select the right camcorder output setting for the TV you have connected using the “Analog TV Out” menu. 1.
system setting Demo Demo mode automatically shows you the major functions of your camcorder so that you can use them more easily. ) Setting ( ) tab “Demo” “On.” • If you don't want this function, touch “Off.” 1. Touch the Menu ( 2. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( 85 MIN Language Demo ) tab. • The Demo function starts on the LCD screen. 7/7 Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) Submenu items • Off : Disable the function. • On: Enables the Demo function.
editing video clips DELETING A SECTION OF A VIDEO You can delete part of a video. As this function edits the original file, make sure to back up the original file before you run Partial Delete. PRECHECK! • This function works in Video play mode only. • Touch the Play ( ) HD ( HD ) or SD ( 1. Touch the Menu ( SD ) tab on the LCD screen. page 49 ) tab “Edit” “Partial Delete.” 140 MIN 2. Touch the video you want to edit. Protect • The camcorder displays the video you selected in pause mode.
editing video clips DIVIDING A VIDEO You can divide a video into two, and easily delete a section you no longer need. As this function edits the original file, make sure to back up the original file before you divide it. PRECHECK! • This function works in Video play mode only. • Touch the Play ( ) HD ( HD ) or SD ( SD ) tab on the LCD screen. page 49 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Edit” “Divide.” 140 MIN 2. Touch the video you want to divide.
COMBINING VIDEOS You can combine up to 5 different videos into one. As this function edits the original files, make sure to back up the original files before you combine them. PRECHECK! • This function works in Video play mode only. • Touch the Play ( ) HD ( HD ) or SD ( SD ) tab on the LCD screen. page 49 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Edit” “Combine.” 140 MIN 2. Touch the videos you want to combine in the order you want to combine them.
editing the playlist PLAYLIST What’s a “Playlist?” • A playlist is a collecton of favorite videos you have associated with one another and can play as if they were a single video. Using the Playlist function, you can create a playlist on a memory card by gathering your favorite videos from among all the recorded videos on that card. Adding videos to or deleting videos from a playlist does not affect the original video images. Example: You have recorded a few videos on a memory card.
CREATING THE PLAYLIST You can create a playlist by gathering videos from among your recorded videos. PRECHECK! • This function works in Video play mode only. • Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the playback mode. page 49 ) tab “Playlist.” • The resolution selection menu window appears. 1. Touch the Menu ( 140 MIN Play Option Highlight 2. Touch “HD” or “SD.” • Thumbnails of the videos in the playlist appear on the screen. If no videos are in the playlist, the word “Empty” appears.
editing the playlist ARRANGING VIDEOS IN THE PLAYLIST You can change the order of videos in a playlist. PRECHECK! • This function works in Video play mode only. • Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the playback mode. page 49 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Playlist.” 140 MIN Play Option 2. Touch “HD” or “SD.” • Thumbnails of the videos in the HD or SD playlist appear on the screen. Highlight 1/3 Playlist Delete 3. Touch the Menu ( ) tab, and then touch “Arrange.
DELETING VIDEOS FROM THE PLAYLIST You can delete videos from a playlist. PRECHECK! • This function works in Video play mode only. • Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the playback mode. page 49 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Playlist.” 140 MIN Play Option 2. Touch “HD” or “SD.” • Thumbnails of the videos in the HD or SD playlist appear on the screen. Highlight 1/3 Playlist Delete 3. Touch the Menu ( ) tab, and then touch “Delete.” • The playlist appears. Playlist 4.
file management PROTECTION FROM ACCIDENTAL ERASURE You can protect important recordings from accidental erasure. The protected videos and photos can only be erased if you cancel protection or format your memory card. PRECHECK! Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the playback mode. page 49 ) HD ( HD ), SD ( SD ) or Photo ( • Videos or photos appear as thumbnails. 1. Touch the Play ( 2. Touch the Menu ( ) tab. 140 MIN Protect ) tab “Protect.” Story-Board Print 2/3 3.
DELETING FILES You can erase your recordings one by one, or all at once. PRECHECK! Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the playback mode. page 49 ) HD ( HD ), SD ( SD ) or Photo ( • Videos or photos appear as thumbnails. 1. Touch the Play ( 2. Touch the Menu ( ) tab. 140 MIN Play Option ) tab “Delete.” Highlight 1/3 3. Touch a desired submenu item. Playlist Delete • If you selected All Files, the All Files message appears. Go to Step 4.
printing photos DPOF PRINTING SETTINGS DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) lets you select still pictures from the camcorder’s memory card to print and set the number of copies to be printed. Your camcorder uses this saved information when you connect it to a DPOF compatible printer to print the pictures. PRECHECK! • Insert the memory card in your camcorder. • This function works in Photo play mode only. • Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the playback mode. page 49 1.
DIRECT PRINTING WITH A PICTBRIDGE PRINTER You can print photos directly by connecting this camcorder to a PictBridge printer (sold separately) using a USB cable. ) Setting ( ) tab “USB Connect” “PictBridge.” 2. Use a USB cable to connect your camcorder to the printer. 3. Turn your printer power on. • The photo thumbnails appear. 4. Touch the photos you want to print, and then touch the Print ( tab. • The photos you selected are printed. 1.
printing photos To set the date/time imprint 1. Connect the camcorder to a printer that supports Pictbridge. 2. Select the photos you want, and then touch the Menu ( ) tab. 140 MIN 70/70 100-0070 1 • The print options appear on the screen. Memory full! 3. Touch the “Date/Time.” 4. Touch a desired submenu item. • The selected date and time display option is set. Date/Time Display 5. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab. • The selected date and time will be printed on the photos.
connecting to a TV CONNECTING TO A HIGH DEFINITION TV Using your camcorder, you can watch High Definition (HD) quality videos, recorded in the “1920x1080” or “1280x720” resolution, on a wide screen HDTV. The connection methods and the quality of the image you see on the TV screen may vary, depending on the type of TV you’ve connected the camcorder to, and the connectors you used. To play back the highest quality videos from your camcorder, your TV set needs to support the “1920x1080” resolution.
connecting to a TV Type B: Using a Component/AV cable HDTV Camcorder Signal flow Component/ AV cable Type B: Using a Component/AV cable 1. Connect the provided component/AV cable to the Component jacks - “Y-PB-PR (Video) and L-R (Audio)” - on your TV. Match the color coded jacks to the color coded connectors. • After the connection is complete, set “Analog TV Out” to “Component.” page 103 2. Turn on the TV and set the TV’s input selector to the Input connection your camcorder is connected to.
CONNECTING TO A STANDARD DEFINITION TV You can watch images recorded with your HD camcorder on an analog TV that supports standard definition video. The camcorder plays back images recorded in SD (standard definition) image quality (i.e. resolutions of “480p,” or “480i”) in SD (standard defintion) image quality. The connection methods and quality of the image you see on your TV screen may vary, depending on the type of TV you connected to the camcorder and the connectors you used.
connecting to a TV Type B: Connecting a Component/AV cable for the composite output. Nornal TV Camcorder Signal flow Component/AV cable Type B: Connecting a Component/AV cable for composite output 1. Connect the provided component/AV cable to the Composite jacks -“Video and L-R (Audio)” - on your TV. Use the Green plug with the yellow label to connect to the Video input. • After the connection is complete, set “Analog TV Out” to “Composite.” page 103 2.
VIEWING ON A TV SCREEN You can enjoy the enjoy widescreen videos on a HDTV (or the normal TV) after recording videos using the HD camcorder. 1. Connect your camcorder to your TV as described previously. 2. Select the playback mode on your camcorder and start to play back videos. • Operate the camcorder normally. • If you have used an HDMI cable to connected the camcorder to a Samsung TV that supports Anynet+, you can control the camcorder with the TV’s remote control. page 104 O XE L S I AP CM EG .
dubbing videos DUBBING TO VCR OR DVD/HDD RECORDERS You can dub videos from you camcorder to other recording devices, such as VCRs or DVD/HDD recorders. When dubbing, connect your camcorder to a wall outlet using the supplied AC power adaptor to ensure a continuous supply of power. Refer to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices you are dubbng to for connection instructions. PRECHECK! The camcorder dubs via analog data transfer (composite connection). Use the supplied component/AV cable.
using with a Windows computer CHECKING YOUR COMPUTER TYPE This chapter explains how to connect the camcorder to a Windows computer using a USB cable and how to use the editing software built into the camcorder. Check your computer type before using!!! The camcorder and its built in software are compatible with Windows computers only. Check your computer before you begin and make sure you have a Windows computer. Using with Windows MODE Q.
using with a Windows computer WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH A WINDOWS COMPUTER You can perform the following functions by connecting your camcorder to your Windows computer with a USB cable, and then using the Intelli-studio software built into your camcorder. Main Functions • Intelli-studio’s main functions: - Playing back recorded videos or photos. page 127 - Editing recorded videos or photos. page 127 - Uploading recorded videos and photos to YouTube or Flickr, FaceBook, etc.
USING THE INTELLI-STUDIO Program Using the Intelli-studio program built into your camcorder, you can transfer video and photo files to your PC and edit them on your PC screen. Intelli-studio offers the most convenient way for you to manage your video and photo files. Step 1. Connecting the USB cable 1. Set the menu setting to “PC Software: On.” PC Software • This is the default setting. Off 2. Connect the camcorder and the PC with the USB cable.
using with a Windows computer 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. The lower section (Connected Device) contains thumbnails stored on your camcorder.
Step 3. Playing back the videos or photos • You can play back recordings conveniently using the Intelli-studio application. 1. Run the Intelli-studio program. page 125 2. Click the desired folder to display your recordings. • Video or photo thumbnails appear on the screen, according to the source you selected. 3. Choose the video or photo that you want to play. • You can view the file information by moving the mouse over the file.
using with a Windows computer 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. Select the videos or photos you want to share. 2. Click ( ) on the browser. • The selected file appears in the sharing window. 3. Click the website you would like to upload file to. • You can choose “YouTube,” “Flickr,” “Facebook”or another web site you want to use for your uploading management. 4.
USING AS A REMOVABLE STORAGE DEVICE You can transfer recorded data to a Windows computer by connecting the USB cable to the camcorder. Step 1. Viewing the contents of storage media 1. Set “USB Connect” to “Mass Storage.” page 129 • Touch the Menu ( ) Setting ( ) tab “USB Connect” “Mass Storage.” 2. Set “PC Software” to “Off.” page 97 3. Insert a memory card. 4. Connect the camcorder to the PC with the USB cable.
using with a Windows computer Structure of folders and files on the storage media • The folder and file structure for storage media is as follows: • File naming follows DCF (Design rule for Camera File System) rules. Video file (H.264) • The HD-quality video files have an HDV_####. MP4 format. • The SD-quality video files have an SDV_####. MP4 format. • The file number automatically increases when a new video file is created. • Up to 999 files can be stored in one folder.
warning indicators and messages WARNING INDICATORS AND MESSAGES Problems may occur because of the following reasons. Check the information and take corrective action. Battery pack Message Icon Low Battery - Low Battery Connect AC adaptor and try again - Check the authenticity of this battery - Informs that... The battery pack is almost discharged. A function is inoperable due to an exhausted battery. The battery pack can not pass authenticity check.
warning indicators and messages WARNING INDICATORS AND MESSAGES Recording Message Icon Informs that ... Action Write Error To recover file, please restart. - Some problem occured while writing data to storage media. • Turn the camcorder's power off and on for data recovery. • If a file is not recovered, format storage media using menus after backing-up important files to PC or another storage media. Release the SMART AUTO - You can not operate some functions manually when SMART AUTO is activated.
WARNING INDICATORS AND MESSAGES USB Message Informs that... Action - A problem occured when connecting the camcorder via USB to a printer. • Check the USB cable. • Try the connection procedure again. • Switch “USB connect” function to “PictBridge.” Fail USB Connecting Change 'USB Connect' - A problem occured when connecting the camcorder via USB to a PC. • Check the USB cable. • Try the connection procedure again. • Switch “USB connect” function to “Mass Storage.
warning indicators and messages TROUBLESHOOTING Before contacting a Samsung authorized service center, perform the following simple checks. They may save you time and the expense of an unnecessary call. Power Symptom Explanation/Solution • The camcorder does not turn on. • • • The power turns off automatically. Power cannot be turned off. • • • The battery pack discharges quickly. • • The battery pack may not be installed in your camcorder. Insert a battery pack to the camcorder.
TROUBLESHOOTING Recording Symptom Explanation/Solution Pressing the Recording start/stop button • • does not start recording. • The actual recording time is less than the • estimated recording time. • • The recording stops automatically. • • When recording a subject illuminated by • bright light, a vertical line appears. When the screen is exposed to direct sunlight during recording, the screen • becomes red or black for an instant. During recording, the date/time does not display.
warning indicators and messages TROUBLESHOOTING Playback on your camcorder Symptom Explanation/Solution Playback (Play/Pause) function does • not work. • Image files recorded using another device may not play on your camcorder. Check the memory card compatibility page 36 Photo images stored on a storage • media are not displayed in their actual size. Photo images recorded on other device may not appear in their actual size. This is not an error. Playback is interrupted unexpectedly.
TROUBLESHOOTING Connecting to a computer Symptom Explanation/Solution The computer does not recognise your camcorder. • • • Cannot play a video file properly on a PC. • • Intelli-studio does not function properly. Intelli-studio does not run. • Exit the Intelli-studio application, and then restart the Windows computer. • Set PC Software to on in the Settings menu or install Intelli-studio in the computer. pages 125~128 Video playback or sound may stop temporarily depending on your computer.
maintenance & additional information MAINTENANCE 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. - Remove the battery pack and AC power adaptor. page 24 - Remove the memory card.
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. - Do not use, replace, or store the storage media in locations that are exposed to a strong static electricity or electrical noise.
maintenance & additional information USING YOUR CAMCORDER ABROAD • Each country or region has its own electric and color 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. You can use your camcorder in any countries/regions using the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder within the AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz range.
specifications Model name HMX-M20SN, HMX-M20BN Video signal Picture compression format Audio compression format Image device Lens Focal length NTSC H.264 (MPEG-4.AVC) AAC (Advanced Audio Coding) 1/2.33” 10M Pixel CMOS F3.5, 8x optical zoom (12x Intelli) 6.3mm~50.4mm LCD screen Size/dot number LCD screen method 2.7” Wide Touch LCD TFT LCD Connectors Composite output Component output HDMI output Audio output USB output 1Vp-p (75 Ω terminated) Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω, Pb/Pr, Cb/Cr: 0.
warranty SAMSUNG LIMITED WARRANTY SAMSUNG Electronics America Inc. (SEA), warrants that this product is free from defective material and workmanship. SEA further warrants that if product fails to operate properly within the specified warranty period and the failure is due to improper workmanship or defective material, SEA will repair or replace the product at it’s option. All warranty repairs must be performed by a SEA authorized service center.
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