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High-resolution Color Widescreen LCD (2.7” WIDE TFT LCD) Samsung memory camcorder has a 2.7-inch 230k pixel Widescreen LCD which provides bright and clear monitoring. In addition, the LCD Enhancer adjusts screen color and brightness to the screen lighting conditions, giving you better monitoring under strong sunlight.
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Intelli-studio built-in editing software installs directly from your camcorder to your PC when you connect the camcorder to your PC via USB cable. Using Intelli-studio, you can upload your videos and photos to your PC with ease and upload them directly to YouTube, Flickr or Facebook.
Please follow them explicitly. After reading this section, keep it in a safe place for future reference. PRECAUTIONS • When using the AC power adapter with your camcorder, connect the adapter to an outlet with protective grounding. • Do not expose the camcorder battery to direct sunlight, heaters, radiators, fire, or any other source of excessive heat.
Also, Samsung cannot be held responsible for your recorded video and audio. Recorded contents may be lost due to an error when handling this camcorder or memory card, etc.
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• Hold the camcorder correctly: Do not hold the camcorder by the LCD monitor when lifting it. The LCD monitor could detach and the camcorder could fall.
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• wall socket, grasp and pull the plug. Do not unplug by pulling the cord. About this user manual Thank you for purchasing this Samsung • Camcorder. Please read this user manual carefully before you use the camcorder and keep it handy for future reference. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to Troubleshooting.
Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing and place no objects filled with liquids, such as water bottles, on the apparatus. To disconnect the camcorder's AC adapter from a wall socket, grasp and pull the plug. Do not unplug the adapter by pulling the wire.
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CAMCORDER and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. Never place your CAMCORDER on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface: on or near a radiator or heat register. This CAMCORDER should...
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If any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects have fallen into the CAMCORDER. c. If the CAMCORDER has been exposed to rain or water. d. If the CAMCORDER does not operate normally when you follow the operating...
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MERCURY AND MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL, STATE OR FEDERAL LAWS. For details see lamprecycle.org, eiae.org, or call 1-800-Samsung (7267864) CALIFORNIA USA ONLY This Perchlorate warning applies only to primary CR (Manganese Dioxide) Lithium coin cells in the product sold or distributed ONLY in California USA “...
140°F (60°C) may result in fire. Keeping the battery at a high temperature may cause an explosion. No oil! Oil entering the camcorder or AC power adaptor could cause electric shock, malfunctions or defects. Do not disconnect the AC adaptor by pulling on its power-cord, as this could damage the power-cord.
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There is a risk of electric shock. If the camcorder makes an abnormal sound, or smells, or smokes, unplug the power-cord immediately and request service from a Samsung service center. There is a risk of fire or personal injury. xiii...
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Do not use the camcorder near direct sunlight or heating equipment. This may cause a malfunction or injury. Do not use the camcorder near dense exhaust gas generated by gasoline or diesel engines, or corrosive gas such as hydrogen sulphide. Doing so may corrode the external or internal terminals, disabling normal operation.
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Do not use the camcorder near strong radio waves or magnetism such as speakers or large motors. Noise could enter video or audio that are being recorded. Keep important data separately. Samsung is not responsible for data loss.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR PREPARATION ABOUT THE STORAGE CAMCORDER MEDIA RECORDING PLAYBACK What's included with your camcorder Front & left view Rear & bottom view Using the hand strap Adjusting the LCD screen Basic camcorder positioning Connecting a power source...
RECORDING OPTIONS PLAYBACK OPTIONS SETTINGS OPTIONS Changing the menu settings Recording menu items iSCENE Video Resolution Photo Resolution 16:9 Wide EV (Exposure Value) Back Light Focus Anti-Shake (HDIS) Digital Effect Fader Wind cut Digital Zoom Time Lapse REC Guideline Playback menu items Play option Delete Protect...
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Checking your computer type What you can do with a Windows computer Using the Intelli-studio program Transferring videos/photos from the camcorder to your computer Connecting to a TV Viewing on a TV screen Recording (dubbing) images on a VCR or DVD/HDD recorder...
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 record videos in H.264 format, which enables you to conveniently email and share videos with your friends and family.
Recording start/stop button. 0:00:00 [475Min] • Your camcorder is compatible with H.264 recording format. The H.264 format codes and records high quality video while using signifi cantly less memory storage capacity. • You can record videos in SD (standard defi nition). The default setting is "TV Fine (720x480/60i)".
Simple and fun! Enjoy the various features of Intelli-studio on your Windows computer. Using the Intelli-studio program built into your camcorder, you can import videos/photos into your computer, edit them, or share them with friends and family. For details, see page 84.
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Viewing the videos/photos from your PC 1. Launch the Intelli-studio program 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 starts.
A memory card is not included. See page 32 for memory cards compatible with your camcorder. • Your camcorder includes a user manual CD and a printed quick start guide. • (Optional accessories) : This is an optional accessory. To buy one, contact your nearest Samsung dealer. Built-in Model name...
REAR & BOTTOM VIEW Jack/ Battery pack/ Memory card cover USB jack ( AV jack (AV) DC IN jack (DC IN) Battery pack release switch Be careful not to cover the internal microphone and lens during recording. Memory card slot Battery pack slot Internal microphone Tripod receptacle...
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 initialize setup. USING THE HAND STRAP Attach the strap as illustrated below.
Angle the camcorder down at a 25 See note below. • This camcorder lens shooting angle is approx. 25˚ higher than the rest of the camcorder body. Make sure the camcorder lens is angled for proper shooting. • We recommend you keep the sun behind you while shooting.
CONNECTING A POWER SOURCE Be sure to charge the battery pack before you start using your camcorder. • Use the IA-BH130LB battery pack only. • The battery pack may be charged a little at the time of purchase. •...
USB. • If the camcorder is turned on, the battery will still charge, but more charging time will be needed. We recommend you you to keep the camcorder turned off while charging. Connecting the AC power adaptor...
Change the battery pack as soon as possible. (fl ickers): The device will be forced to turn off • When battery charge errors occur continuously, contact a SAMSUNG authorized service center or Samsung Customer Care. • Before using the camcorder, charge the battery.
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Mode Playback time - The times are only for reference. Figures shown above are measured under Samsung's test environment and may differ according to user and conditions. - We recommend using the AC power adaptor when using the Time Lapse REC Function.
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We recommend using only the battery pack type that came with your camcorder. This battery • pack type is available from your Samsung retailer. When the battery reaches the end of its life, please contact your local dealer. The batteries must be dealt with as chemical waste.
When using this camcorder for the fi rst time When you use your camcorder for the fi rst time or reset it, the time zone screen appears as part of the startup display. Select your geographical location and set the date and time.
In Playback mode (Includes the thumbnail view mode): • The camcorder switches to the sleep mode when the LCD screen is closed, and then if idle for more than 5 minutes the camcorder turns off. However, if "Auto Power Off: 5 Min" is set, the camcorder turns off after 5 minutes.
The on-screen indicators are based on a 16GB SDHC memory card. • Functions marked with a * do not retain their settings when the camcorder is turned off. • For enhanced performance, the display indications and their order are subject to change without prior notice.
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The illustration above shows the EV (Exposure value) screen. • Functions marked with a * do not retain their settings when the camcorder is turned off. • The shortcut menu (OK guide) represents the most frequently accessed functions according to the selected mode.
Video Play mode : Thumbnail View Video 100-0006 0:00:55 Photo Move Video Play mode : Single View 0:00:00/0:00:55 JAN/01/2010 12:00AM Video Play mode : Shortcut menu (OK Guide) 0:00:00/0:00:55 Multi View Video Play mode Recorded time 3 Copy Selected (SMX-C24 only) 4 Storage media (Memory card or built-in memory (SMX-C24 only)) 1/10...
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preparation LCD SCREEN INDICATORS Video Play mode : Single View (Volume) 0:00:00/0:00:55 JAN/01/2010 12:00AM Photo Play mode: Thumbnail Photo Video Photo Play mode : Multi View 100-0001 View 100-0006 1/10 Move Full View Single View 1/10 100-0001 Date/Time Volume Bar Photo Play mode Protection Storage media (Memory card or built-in...
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The full and minimum display modes alternate. Full display mode: All relevant information appears. Minimum display mode: Only operating status indicators appear. • If the camcorder has warning information, a warning message will appear. • In the menu screen, the Display 0:00:00 [475Min]...
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preparation SHORTCUT MENU (OK GUIDE) The Shortcut menu (OK guide) contains the most frequently accessed functions according to the selected mode. For example: Setting iSCENE in the Record mode using the Shortcut menu (OK guide). Press the OK button in STBY mode. •...
Shortcut function using the Control buttons 1. Press the Control button ( / / You can easily operate the menu by using the Control button. 2. The Control button operates various functions depending on the selected mode. 3. You can access the Shortcut menu directly using the OK button. Button Record ( ) mode...
Turning the power on and setting the date and time Set the date and time when using the camcorder for the fi rst time. If you do not set the date and time, the date and time (time zone) screen appears every time you turn on your camcorder.
Selecting the OSD language You can select the language the camcorder will use in the menu screen and the messages. The language setting is retained whenthe camcorder is powered off. Press the MENU button. The menu screen appears. • Press the Control button ( The menus in "Settings"...
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 SDHC and SD cards in your camcorder. (Some cards are not compatible depending on the memory card manufacturer and memory card type.) •...
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Formatting erases all data on the memory card. Your camcorder supports only SD (Secure Digital) and SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) cards. Card compatibility with the camcorder may vary depending on the manufacturer and type of memory card. Ejecting a memory card Turn the camcorder off.
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SELECTING A SUITABLE MEMORY CARD A memory card is a compact portable storage media. Compatible memory cards This camcorder can use SD (Secure Digital) • and SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) cards. It is recommended to use an SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) card.
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• MMC (Multi Media Card) and MMC Plus are not supported. • Samsung is not responsible for data loss due to misuse. • We recommend using a memory card case to avoid data loss caused by moving and static electricity.
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RECORDABLE TIME AND CAPACITY • The following shows the camcorder’s maximum recording time and number of images by image resolution and memory capacity. • For recording videos and photos, please note the approximate maximum limits. Recordable time for videos...
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To stop recording, press the Record start/stop button again. When you are done recording, turn the camcorder off. • Samsung is not responsible for any loss or damage due to a memory card problem such as saving failures and abnormal playbacks. •...
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OK button for playback search or for deleting the current file. The Quick View function is not available under the following conditions: - If the mode has been changed after you've recorded or the camcorder is connected to a PC with a USB cable - If the camcorder has been restarted after you've recorded - After playing Quick View.
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• You cannot set or release the Smart Auto mode during recording. • The camcorder may not detect portrait mode depending on the direction of the light or the brightness of faces. • Depending on the light, distance between subjects, and camcorder-shake, the camcorder can detect the same scene differently.
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You can adjust the LCD screen brightness and color from the menu. Adjusting the brightness or color of the LCD screen does not affect the images recorded. • Do not turn off the camcorder or remove the memory card when taking photos as it may damage the storage media or data. •...
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The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is about 5cm (about 1.96 inch) for wide-angle and 1m (about 39.4 inch) for telephoto. • Zooming during a recording may cause the camcorder to record the sound of the zoom lever or zoom button. •...
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 or rewinding. CHANGING THE PLAYBACK MODE Pressing the Mode •...
- Videos you recorded in fi le formats the camcorder does not support. • The built-in speaker automatically turns off when you connect the Audio/Video cable to the camcorder. (When you connect the camcorder to an external device, adjust the volume on the connected external device.) •...
You can hear the recorded sound from the built-in speaker. • You can set the level anywhere between 0 and 10. (If you close the LCD screen while the camcorder is playing, you will not hear the sound from the speaker.) •...
- A photo with its fi le name changed on a PC. - A photo recorded on other devices. - A photo with a fi le format not supported on this camcorder (does not conform to DCF standards). • Loading time may vary depending on the size and quality of the selected photo.
For detailed information about the dimmed menu item, see 'Troubleshooting'. • From the next page, the setting guide is presented under the basic state for your easy understanding. The setting steps varies depending on the setting status of your camcorder. RECORDING MENU ITEMS •...
This camcorder automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture according to the subject's brightness for optimum recording. You can also select one of a number of setting modes that automatically match the shutter speed and aperture to the subject's conditions, the recording environment, or your purpose for shooting.
Video Resolution You can select the resolution of a video to be recorded. This camcorder can record in "TV Super Fine", "TV Fine", "TV Normal", "Web Fine" and "Web Normal" modes. The "TV Fine" mode is set as the factory default.
800x600 (4:3) ( ): Records in 800x600 resolution. • Photos recorded by your camcorder may not be displayed in another device if the device does not support high resolution. • For photo development or printing, the higher the resolution, the fi ner the image quality.
EV (Exposure Value) The camcorder usually adjusts the exposure automatically. You can also manually adjust the exposure to match the recording conditions. Setting the exposure manually: When you manually set the exposure, the default setting appears initially and is automatically adjusted according to the environmental light conditions.
Back Light When the subject is lit from behind, this function compensates for the lighting so that the subject is not too dark. Press the MENU button "Back Light." Select the desired submenu item with the Control button ( OK button. Press the MENU button to exit the menu.
Focus • The camcorder usually focuses on a subject automatically (auto-focus). • You can also manually focus on a subject. Submenu items Auto: In most situations, it is better to use the automatic focus feature, as it •...
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Focusing manually during recording: This camcorder automatically focuses a subject from close-up to infi nity. However, the correct focus may not be obtained depending on the recording conditions. In this case, use the manual focus mode. Press the Control button ( The manual focus adjustment indicator appears.
Large camcorder shake may not be entirely corrected even if "Anti-Shake (HDIS) : On" is specifi ed. Firmly hold the camcorder with both hands. • We recommend that you turn "Anti-Shake (HDIS)" to "Off" when using the camcorder on a desk or tripod. •...
Digital Effect • The digital effect enables you to give a creative look to your recording. • Select the appropriate digital effect for the type of photo that you wish to record and the effect you wish to create. • There are 10 different digital effect options.
recording options 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. Press the MENU button Select the desired submenu item with the Control button ( OK button.
Wind Cut You can reduce wind noise when recording sound with the built-in microphone. If "Wind Cut : On" is set, the low-frequency components in the sound picked up by the microphone will be cut off during recording. This makes it easier to hear voices and sound during playback. Use Wind Cut when recording in windy places such as a beach.
recording options Time Lapse REC Time Lapse REC records single video frames at specifi c intervals you can set, and plays them as one video clip. This function is useful for observing the movement of clouds, the changes in daylight or blooming fl owers, etc.
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30 captured images compose a video of 1 second length. Since the minimum length of a video your camcorder can save is one second, the interval you set defi nes how long total recording time should be. For example, if you set the interval to "30 Sec," total recording time should be set to at least 15 minutes to record a minimum video length of 1 second (30 images).
Guideline displays straight line patterns on the LCD screen that can help you set the image composition when recording images. • The camcorder provides 3 types of guidelines. Press the MENU button Select the desired submenu item with the Control button ( OK button.
playback options PLAYBACK MENU ITEMS • Accessible items in the menu vary depending on the operation mode. • See pages 40-43 for playback information and button operation. • See pages 59-69 for details on menu items available during playback. Items Video Play ( Play Option Delete...
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. • You can switch between video and photo thumbnail view using the zoom lever.
Protect • You can protect important saved 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. Select the Video or Photo thumbnail index view screen. •...
playback options 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.
Using VIEW This function provides a preview of a storyboard to be printed, giving you a digest of a recorded video so you don't need to review the entire video. PRECHECK! Press the Mode button to select the Play mode. 1.
playback options Copy (SMX-C24 only) Movies and photos stored in the built-in memory can be copied to the external fl ash memory card. Copying to the memory card does not delete originals in the built-in memory. PRECHECK! • Set the appropriate storage media. (Insert a memory card.) •...
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.
playback options Combine You can combine two different videos. PRECHECK! Press the Mode button to select the Play mode. Select the Video thumbnail index view screen. You can switch between video and photo thumbnail view using the • zoom lever. Press the MENU button "Edit"...
5. Press the MENU button. A message appears asking for your confi rmation. • Select "Yes." By using the software Intelli-studio embedded in the camcorder, you can easily upload videos marked with Share marks. page 89 on a video thumbnail image.
To end the slide show, press the OK button again. • 4 background music fi les are stored in the camcorder by default. When a slide show begins, it plays the background music fi les in a random order. •...
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. • You can switch between video and photo thumbnail view using the zoom lever.
CHANGING THE MENU SETTINGS IN "SETTINGS" You can setup the date/time, OSD language, and display settings of the camcorder. Press MENU button. The menu screen appears. • Press the Control button ( The menus in "Settings" mode will appear.
There are some functions you cannot activate simultaneously in the menu. You cannot select the dimmed menu items. • Items marked with * are available only when the camcorder is supplied the power using the battery pack. Play mode (Thumbnail index screen)
settings options Storage Info Displays the storage information. You can view the storage media, used memory space, and available memory space. Press the Control button ( OK button. Used memory space, available memory space for use, and the recordable time depending on the selected video resolution appears.
If the recording medium becomes corrupted, format it again. • Do not format the storage media on a PC or other device. Make sure to format the storage media on this camcorder. • Format the memory card in the following cases: - If the memory card is new and has never been used.
• Home: The clock will be used according to your setting on the "Date/Time Set" menu. Select it when using this camcorder for the fi rst time or when returning the clock to your hometown date/time setting. • Visit ( ): When you visit a different time zone, it allows you to use the local time without changing your hometown time setting.
Date Type You can select the desired date type. Press the Control button ( OK button. Select the desired submenu item with the Control button ( OK button. Press the MENU button to exit the menu. Submenu items • 2010/01/01: Displays the date in the order of year, month (two-digit) and day. •...
settings options Time Type You can select the time format to display. Press the Control button ( Select the desired submenu item with the Control button ( OK button. Press the MENU button to exit the menu. Submenu items • 12 Hr: The time is displayed in 12 hour units.
You can manipulate the color displayed on the LCD screen by adjusting the color ratio of red and blue. • Adjusting the color display of the LCD screen does not affect the images the camcorder records. • Higher blue or red values produce a brighter LCD screen.
Using the LCD Enhancer function may cause color to look different on the display. 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.
• Press the MENU button to exit the menu. Transparency You can select the transparency at which the camcorder displays the Record menu. Press the Control button ( OK button. Select the desired submenu item with the Control button ( OK button.
On: When on, a beep sounds every time a button is pressed. The Beep sound function is canceled in the following cases: - During recording, playing - When the camcorder has a cable connection. (AV cable) Shutter Sound You can turn the shutter sound on or off.
Auto Power Off To save battery power, you can set the "Auto Power Off" function which turns off the camcorder if there is no operation for a certain period of time. Press the Control button ( OK button. Select the desired submenu item with the Control button OK button.
On: The OSD appears in the LCD screen and TV. (Connecting to a TV Default Set You can return your camcorder settings to the factory defaults (initial settings at the factory). Initializing the camcorder settings to factory defaults does not affect recorded images. Press the Control button ( Press the "Yes", if you want all the settings return to the default.
- If any button is pushed. (Recording start/stop, Photo However, if Demo mode is set to On, the camcorder will will enter Demo mode automatically if it is in STBY mode and idle for 5 minutes without operation. If you don’t want the Demo function to start, set "Demo"...
Windows computer 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 fi rst. Then, take the steps below according to your computer type.
WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH A WINDOWS COMPUTER You can enjoy the following operations by connecting your camcorder to your Windows computer using a USB cable. Main Functions • By using ‘Intelli-studio’, the editing software built into your camcorder, you can enjoy the following operations: - Playing back recorded videos or photos.
We recommend using the AC power adaptor as power supply instead of the battery pack. • When the USB cable is connected, turning the camcorder on or off may cause the PC to malfunction. • If you disconnect the USB cable from the PC or the camcorder while transferring data, the data transfer will stop and the data may be damaged.
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Map: Displays the location of shooting place with a map. Intelli-studio is the common use program for SAMSUNG camcorder and digital camera models. Some functions may not operate properly depending on the product type. 9. Saves new files to PC.
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using with a Windows computer Step 3. Playing back videos (or photos) You can play back the recordings conveniently using the Intelli-studio application. 1. Run the Intelli-studio program. 2. Click the desired folder to display your recordings. • Video or photo thumbnails appear on the screen, according to the selected source.
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Step 5. Sharing the videos/photos online Share your contents with the world by uploading photos and videos directly to a web site with on click. 1. Select the desired videos or photos to "Share 2. Click the "Add " and move the video or photo (drag and drop) to the sharing window for upload.
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Uploading your videos to YouTube directly The One-Touch Share Share button while your camcorder is connected to a Windows computer using the supplied USB cable. Then, you can share your recordings with your friends, family, or the world. STEP 1...
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• Flickr is an image hosting website, web services suite, and online community platform. In addition to being a popular website for users to share personal photographs, the service is widely used by bloggers as a photo repository. • http://www.fl ickr.com/ •...
If the removable disk does not appear automatically, open the removable disk folder in My Computer. • If the connected camcorder’s disk drive does not open or the context menu that appears when right-clicking your mouse (open or browse) appears broken, your computer is probably infected by an Autorun virus.
fi le numbering from the menu. • The name of a movie fi le recorded by the camcorder should not be modifi ed, because proper playback by the camcorder requires the original folder and fi le naming convention.
You can view the recorded videos and photos on a large screen by connecting the camcorder to a TV. CONNECTING TO A TV To playback your recordings, the television must be NTSC-compatible. • We recommend that you use the AC power adaptor as power source for the camcorder.
When "TV Display" is set to "Off ", OSD (On-Screen-Display) does not appear on the TV screen. page 82 • When the Audio/Video cable is connected to the camcorder, the built-in speaker will automatically turn off and you cannot adjust the volume bar. Image display depending on TV screen aspect ratio...
4. Press the stop recording button of the recorder to fi nish copying. • Be sure to use the AC adaptor to power the camcorder from a household AC outlet to prevent battery power from shutting off during recording on another video device.
& 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 fulfil any warranty obligations and allow you to enjoy this product for many years.
Do not store the storage media in locations with high temperature or high humidity. Do not touch the metal parts. Copy the recorded files to your PC. Samsung shall not be responsible for any lost • data. (We recommend that you also copy the data from your PC to other media for backup storage.)
TV color systems Your camcorder uses the NTSC TV system. If you want to view your recordings on a TV or copy recordings to an external device, the TV or device must be NTSC-compatible and have the appropriate Audio/Video jacks.
TROUBLESHOOTING Before contacting a Samsung authorized service center, 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 Low Battery Check the authenticity of this...
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Message Icon Not Supported The memory card is not Card supported in this camcorder. The memory card may have Not Supported been formatted by another Format device and may still have existing images on it. The memory card is not Please format formatted.
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• What can I do? Turn the power off and detach the battery pack, and leave the camcorder in a dry area for 1~2 hours before using it. • When does condensation occur most frequently? When you move the camcorder to a place with a higher temperature than the previous location, or when you move the camcorder into a hot area suddenly.
Make sure you set the correct video resolution before you record. page 46 • The camcorder is in Demo mode. If you do not want to see Demo images, change the setting of "Demo" to "Off." • A warning indicator or message appears on the screen.
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32 • Copy any important recorded files to your PC before formatting. Samsung shall not be responsible for any loss of data. (It is recommended that you copy the data to your PC or other storage media.) • The file may be corrupted.
• The internal temperature of your camcorder is unusually high. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place. • Your camcorder is damp and moist inside (condensation). Turn off your camcorder and leave it for about 1 hour in a cool place.
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Check out the memory card compatibility. • If the temperature inside the camcorder is too high, it cannot function properly. Turn the camcorder off, wait for a few minutes, and then turn it on again. • Confirm that the AC adaptor or battery pack is properly connected and stable.
Install or run the built-in edit software (Intelli-studio). • Make sure you insert the connector in the correct direction, and connect the USB cable to the USB jack on your camcorder firmly. • Disconnect the cable from the computer and camcorder, restart the computer.
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"Anti-Shake (HDIS)" "iSCENE: Night, Darkness" • The following list shows examples of some functions you cannot activate when the camcorder is in a specific mode. If you want to set the desired function, change the mode first. <Cannot Use> "LCD Brightness", "LCD Color", "Demo"...
SMX-C20BN/SMX-C20RN/SMX-C20LN/SMX-C20UN Model name SMX-C24BN/SMX-C24RN/SMX-C24LN/SMX-C24UN SMX-C200BN/SMX-C200RN/SMX-C200LN/SMX-C200UN Video signal Picture compression format Audio compression format Recording resolution System Image device Lens Focal length Size/dot number LCD screen LCD screen method Composite video out Connectors Audio output USB output Power source Power source type...
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SEA will repair or replace the product at it’s option. All warranty repairs must be performed by a SEA authorized service center. The name and address of the location nearest you can be obtained by calling toll free: 1-800 SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864). Labor...
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If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center Samsung Electronics America, inc. 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) www.samsung.com/us RoHS compliant Our product complies with “The Restriction Of the use of certain Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic equipment”, and...