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Samsung HMX-Q10BN User Manual

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    User Manual High Definition Digital Camcorder www.samsung.com/register For video recording, use a memory card that supports faster write speeds. - Memory Card: A Class 6 SDHC card or above. HMX-Q10BN/HMX-Q100BN/HMX-Q130BN HMX-Q10TN/HMX-Q100TN/HMX-Q130TN HMX-Q10UN/HMX-Q100UN/HMX-Q130UN HMX-Q10PN/HMX-Q100PN/HMX-Q130PN...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    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.
  • Page 3 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as powersupply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
  • Page 4 21. LIGHTNING: For added protection of this CAMCORDER during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the CAMCORDER due to lightning and powerline surges.
  • Page 5 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.org, or call 1-800-Samsung (7267864) CALIFORNIA USA ONLY This Perchlorate warning applies only to primary CR (Manganese Dioxide) Lithium coin cells in the product sold or distributed ONLY in California USA“Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply, See...

  • Page 6: Before Reading This User Manual

    HMX-Q10UN, HMX-Q10PN, HMX-Q100BN, HMX-Q100TN, HMX-Q100UN, HMX-Q100PN, HMX-Q130BN, HMX-Q130TN, HMX-Q130UN, HMX-Q130PN models. • Illustrations of model HMX-Q10BN are used in this user manual. • The displays in this user manual may not be exactly the same as those you see on the LCD screen.
  • Page 7 • Recorded contents may be lost due to a mistake when handling the camcorder or memory card, etc. Samsung will not provide compensation for damages due to the loss of recorded contents. • Make a backup of important recorded data.

  • Page 8: Safety Information

    Safety information The safety precautions illustrated below are to prevent personal injury or material damages. Heed all instructions carefully. WARNING There is a potential risk of death or serious injury. CAUTION There is a potential risk of personal injury or damage to the product.
  • Page 9 Samsung service center. There is a risk of fire or personal injury. Safety information Do not dispose of the battery in a fire as Never use cleaning fluid or similar it may explode.
  • Page 10 CAUTION Do not press the surface of the LCD with force, or hit it with a sharp object. If you push the LCD surface, display unevenness may occur. Do not leave the camcorder in a closed vehicle for a long time, where the temperature is very high.
  • Page 11 Place the camcorder on a stable surface Keep important data separately. that is well ventilated. Samsung is not responsible for data loss. Safety information Do not wipe the camcorder body with Do not leave the LCD screen open benzene or thinner.

  • Page 12: Table Of Contents

    Contents Quick start guide ... 10 Getting to know the camcorder ... 14 WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH YOUR CAMCORDER ... 14 LOCATION OF CONTROLS ... 15 IDENTIFYING THE SCREEN DISPLAYS ... 17 Getting started ... 21 INSERTING/EJECTING THE BATTERY ... 21 CHARGING THE BATTERY ...
  • Page 13 Other settings ... 63 Video Resolution ... 63 Photo Resolution ... 63 OIS Duo ... 64 Tele Macro ... 64 Digital Zoom ... 65 Thumbnail ... 65 Video Play Option ... 66 Slide Show Option ... 66 LCD Brightness ... 67 Guideline ...

  • Page 14: Quick Start Guide

    You can also take photos with your camcorder. STEP 1: Get ready Insert the battery to the camcorder. page 21 Make sure that the • SAMSUNG logo is facing down and the battery is placed as shown in the figure. Charge the battery fully. page 22 •...
  • Page 15 Recording videos Your camcorder uses advanced H.264 compression technology give you the clearest video quality. Open the LCD screen. Select the video recording mode by touching the Video recording mode ( ) tab. STBY 00:00:00 [253Min] Press the Recording start/stop button. To stop recording, press the Recording start/stop button.
  • Page 16 STEP3: Play back videos or photos Viewing videos or photos on the LCD screen You can find recordings quickly by using the thumbnail index view. Touch the Playback ( ) tab on the LCD screen in STBY mode. STBY 00:00:00 [253Min] Touch the thumbnail ( ) tab, then touch the desired image.
  • Page 17 The new files are saved to your PC and registered to “Contents Manager” on the Intelli-studio program. • You can arrange the files by different criteria such as Face, Date, etc. Contents Manager Saved files into your PC Folders directory on your PC Double-click on the file you would like to playback.

  • Page 18: Getting To Know The Camcorder

    Getting to know the camcorder WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH YOUR CAMCORDER Your new camcorder comes with the following accessories. If any of these items is missing from your box, call Samsung’s Customer Care Center. Model name Color HMX-Q10BN/HMX-Q100BN/ Black HMX-Q130BN HMX-Q10TN/HMX-Q100TN/...

  • Page 19: Location Of Controls

    LOCATION OF CONTROLS Front/Left Getting to know the camcorder Lens Internal microphone Charging indicator Home ( ) button LCD screen (Touch screen) Internal speaker Jack cover (AV/HDMI/USB) AV (Audio/Video) jack HDMI jack USB jack Be careful not to cover the internal microphone and lens during recording.
  • Page 20 Rear/Right/Bottom Lens open/close switch Grip belt DC IN jack Jack cover (DC IN) Zoom dial 10 11 Recording start/stop button Battery slot Memory card slot Battery/Memory card cover Battery release switch Tripod receptacle Getting to know the camcorder...

  • Page 21: Identifying The Screen Displays

    IDENTIFYING THE SCREEN DISPLAYS The available functions vary depending on the operation mode you have selected. Different indicators appear depending on the setting values. • This On Screen Display (OSD) is shown in the video recording mode only. • Select the video recording mode. page 26 Video recording mode STBY...

  • Page 22: Photo Recording Mode

    • This On Screen Display (OSD) is shown in the photo recording mode only. • Select the photo recording mode. Photo recording mode 9999 JAN/01/2011 12:00AM page 26 Left of the LCD screen Indicator Meaning Smart Auto mode/Manual mode /Art Film mode Video/Photo recording mode tab Zoom tab Playback tab...

  • Page 23: Video Playback Mode: Single View

    • This On Screen Display (OSD) is shown in the video playback mode only. • Select the video playback mode. page 41 Video playback mode : Thumbnail view Video playback mode: Single view 00:00:20/ 00:01:03 100_0001 Indicator Meaning Video thumbnail view tab Photo thumbnail view tab Combine tab Top of the LCD screen...

  • Page 24: Photo Playback Mode: Thumbnail View

    • This On Screen Display (OSD) is shown in the photo playback mode only. • Select the photo playback mode. Photo playback mode: Thumbnail view Photo playback mode: Single view 1/12 100_0001 page 41 Indicator Meaning Video thumbnail view tab Photo thumbnail view tab Delete tab Top of the LCD screen...

  • Page 25: Getting Started

    Close the battery slot cover. • Samsung is not responsible for problems that are caused by using unapproved batteries. If you use batteries from other manufacturers, there is a danger of overheating, fire, or explosion. •...

  • Page 26: Charging The Battery

    CHARGING THE BATTERY You can charge the battery using the AC power adaptor or the USB cable. • Insert the battery into the camcorder. • To charge, use the supplied AC power adaptor or the USB cable. Charge the battery using the AC power adaptor or the USB cable. •...

  • Page 27: Checking The Battery State

    CHECKING THE BATTERY STATE You can check the charging state and remaining battery capacity. To check the charging state The color of the LED indicates the power or charging state. Charging (Orange) Fully charged (Green) Battery level display The battery level display shows the amount of battery power remaining in the battery.

  • Page 28: About The Battery

    ‘Full HD’ stands for high definition image quality and ‘SD’ stands for standard image quality. • Times shown above are measured under Samsung’s test conditions. Your times may differ, depending on your usage and conditions. • The recording and playback times will be shorter when you use your camcorder in low temperatures.

  • Page 29: Basic Operation Of The Camcorder

    Basic operation of the camcorder TURNING YOUR CAMCORDER ON/OFF Home ( ) button LCD screen Turn on the camcorder by opening the LCD screen. • Your camcorder turns on automatically when you open the LCD screen. To turn the camcorder on when the LCD screen is already •...

  • Page 30: Setting The Operation Modes

    SETTING THE OPERATION MODES You can easily switch the operating mode by touching the tabs on the LCD screen. Switching to the recording mode In STBY mode, touch the Video recording mode ( ) tab. Touching each tab switches to the respective mode. •...

  • Page 31: Switching The Information Display Mode

    Drag Drag the touch screen to up, down, left, or right to select the desired items or files. • Do not place any protective film on the LCD screen. • If you leave a film attached for a long while, strong adhesion between the film and the surface of the screen may cause a malfunction of the touch screen.

  • Page 32: Setting The Time Zone And Date/Time For The First Time

    SETTING THE TIME ZONE AND DATE/TIME FOR THE FIRST TIME Set the date and time of your local area when turning on this camcorder for the first time. Open the LCD screen to turn on the camcorder. The time zone (“Home”) screen appears based on Lisbon •...

  • Page 33: Selecting The Osd Language

    SELECTING THE OSD LANGUAGE You can select the language in which the camcorder displays the menu screen or messages. The camcorder retains the language setting even when you turn it off. Press the Home ( ) button touch “Settings” Drag the LCD screen to up or down until “General” appears. •...

  • Page 34: Getting Ready To Start Recording

    Getting ready to start recording INSERTING/EJECTING A MEMORY CARD (NOT SUPPLIED) To insert a memory card Slide and open the memory card cover as shown in the figure. Insert the memory card into the card slot until it softly clicks. •...

  • Page 35: Selecting A Suitable Memory Card (Not Supplied)

    SELECTING A SUITABLE MEMORY CARD (NOT SUPPLIED) Compatible memory cards • This camcorder can be used with SD and SDHC cards. We recommend you use an SDHC card. SD cards up to 2GB are supported by this camcorder. Normal operation is not guaranteed with SD cards bigger than 2GB. •...
  • Page 36 The higher the resolution and quality, the more memory the camcorder uses. • Samsung is not responsible for data loss due to misuse, including loss caused by any PC virus. • We recommend using a memory card case to prevent data loss from motion or static electricity.

  • Page 37: Recordable Time And Capacity

    RECORDABLE TIME AND CAPACITY Listed below are the available video recording times and the number of photos the camcorder can take, by card memory size and resolution. Refer to the recordable video time and the number of photos when recording videos or taking photos. Recording time available for video in minutes Storage media (Capacity) Resolution...

  • Page 38: Using The Grip Belt

    USING THE GRIP BELT Adjust the length of grip belt so that the camcorder is stable when you press the Recording start/stop button with your thumb. Getting ready to start recording Switch grip (Either handed grip) The camcorder is designed for you to use conveniently with either your right or left hand.

  • Page 39: Adjusting The Lcd Screen

    ADJUSTING THE LCD SCREEN The wide LCD screen on your camcorder offers high quality image viewing. Open the LCD screen with your finger. The screen opens up to 90°. • Rotate the LCD screen towards the lens. You can rotate it up to 180° towards the lens and up to 90° •...

  • Page 40: Basic Recording

    Basic recording RECORDING VIDEOS This camcorder supports both High Definition (HD) and Standard Definition (SD) image resolutions. Set your desired resolution before recording. page 63 • Insert a memory card. page 30 • Select the video recording mode. • Open the Lens cover by using the Lens open/close switch. Select a subject to record.
  • Page 41 If the power is interrupted or an error occurs during recording, the video may not be recorded/edited. • Samsung is not responsible for any damage caused by a failure of normal recording or playback operation because of memory card error. •...

  • Page 42: Recording Photos

    RECORDING PHOTOS You can take photos and store them in the storage media. Set the desired resolution before recording. • Insert a memory card. page 30 • Select the photo recording mode. • Open the Lens cover by using the Lens open/close switch. Select a subject to record.

  • Page 43: Recording With Ease For Beginners (Smart Auto)

    RECORDING WITH EASE FOR BEGINNERS (SMART AUTO) User-friendly SMART AUTO optimizes your camcorder to the recording conditions automatically, providing beginners with the best performance. Press the Home ( ) button touch “Smart Auto”. Smart Auto ( ) indicator appears on the LCD screen. •...

  • Page 44: Zooming

    ZOOMING This camcorder allows you to record using optical X10 zoom and digital zoom by rotating the Zoom dial or touching the Zoom ) tab on the LCD screen. STBY 00:00:00 [253Min] To zoom in Rotate the Zoom dial towards T (telephoto). Or touch the Zoom ) tab, and then touch the Telephoto ( •...

  • Page 45: Basic Playback

    Basic playback CHANGING THE PLAYBACK MODE You can switch to the playback mode by selecting “Album” on the Home menu. You can also switch the operation mode directly into the playback thumbnail display by touching the Playback ( ) tab on the LCD screen. •...

  • Page 46: Playing Videos

    PLAYING VIDEOS You can preview recorded videos in the thumbnail index view, find and play your desired video directly. • Insert a memory card. page 30 • Select the video playback mode. Touch the thumbnail of the desired video clip. The camcorder plays the video you selected.
  • Page 47 Do not power off or eject the memory card during photo playback. Doing so may damage the recorded data. • It may take some time to start playback, depending on the size and quality of the selected video. • The camcorder may not play back the following video files: - A video recorded on another device.
  • Page 48 Various playback operations Playback / Pause / Stop • Playback and pause alternate when you touch the Playback ) / Pause ( ) tab during playback. • Touch the Thumbnail view ( ) tab to stop playback and return to the thumbnail. 00:00:20/ 00:01:03 100_0001 Search playback...

  • Page 49: Viewing Photos

    VIEWING PHOTOS You can view recorded photos by using various playback functions. • Insert a memory card. page 30 • Select the photo playback mode. page 41 Touch the thumbnail of the desired photo. The camcorder displays the photo you selected in full screen. •...

  • Page 50: Zooming During Photo Playback

    Viewing a slide show You can view a photo slide show with background music. Touch the Slide Show ( ) tab during photo playback. • The slide show starts from the current selected photo. To pause the slide show, touch the LCD screen anywhere. •...

  • Page 51: Using The Menu Items

    Using the menu items HANDLING MENUS With Home menu, you can use various functions and change their settings according to your preference. The camcorder offers five categories as Home menu and each category has submenu items. Using the Home ( ) menu Press the Home ( ) button to display the Home menu screen.

  • Page 52: Menu Items

    MENU ITEMS • The items available in each menu vary depending on the operating mode. • For item operation details, see the page number listed under Page in the table. Manual menu items Operation mode Video Items • White Balance •...
  • Page 53 Settings menu items Items Shooting Video Resolution Full HD 1080/60i Photo Resolution 4.9M 2944X1656 OIS Duo Tele Macro Digital Zoom Playback Thumbnail Video Play Option Slide Show Option Display LCD Brightness Guideline Date/Time Display TV Display HDMI TV Out Auto LCD Off Connectivity PC Software USB Connect...

  • Page 54: Advanced Recordings

    Advanced recordings White Balance The color of your image depends on the type and quality of the light source. If you want the color of your image to be realistic, select an appropriate lighting condition to calibrate the white balance. Press the Home ( ) button touch “Manual”...

  • Page 55: Ev (Exposure Value)

    EV (Exposure Value) Depending on the intensity of the ambient light, your videos and photos may be too bright or dark. In these cases, you can adjust the exposure to get a better videos and photos. Press the Home ( ) button touch “Manual”...

  • Page 56: Self Timer

    Self Timer When the self-timer is enabled, there is a time delay of 10 seconds before recording starts. You can take photos of yourself. Select the photo recording mode. Press the Home ( ) button touch “Manual” touch the Self Timer ( ) tab.

  • Page 57: Cont. Shot

    Cont. Shot The Continuous Shot function lets you capture up to eight photos in rapid. Select the photo recording mode. page 26 Press the Home ( ) button touch “Manual” touch the Cont. Shot ( ) tab. Touch the desired submenu item. 9999 Cont.

  • Page 58: Special Effects For Recordings

    Special effects for recordings 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. Select the video recording mode. Press the Home ( ) button touch “Art Film”...

  • Page 59: Time Lapse Rec

    Time Lapse REC Using the Time Lapse feature, you can program your camcorder to create a time lapse video by recording a series of frames over a set period of time with a set time interval between each frame. The Time Lapse feature lets you create time lapse videos of blooming flowers and similar subjects.
  • Page 60 Example of Time Lapse Recording Total time for recording Recording interval Time for recording on the storage media (a video clip of Time Lapse REC) • Time lapse recording mode is released once recording has been finished. To start another Time Lapse Recording, repeat steps 1 to 3. •...

  • Page 61: Digital Effect

    Digital Effect Using the Digital Effect function gives your recording a creative look. Press the Home ( ) button touch “Art Film” Digital Effect ( ) tab. Touch the desired submenu item. You can view the hidden items by dragging the LCD screen •...

  • Page 62: Editing Videos And Photos

    Editing videos and photos Delete You can erase your recordings one by one or all at once. • Insert a memory card. page 30 • Select the video playback mode or photo playback mode. Touch the Delete ( ) tab on the thumbnail view display. Touch the files you want to delete.

  • Page 63: Protect

    Protect You can protect important recordings from accidental erasure. The protected videos and photos can not be deleted unless you format the memory card or cancel the protection. • Insert a memory card. page 30 • Select the video playback mode or photo playback mode. Touch the file you want to protect.

  • Page 64: Divide

    Divide 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 before dividing it. • Insert a memory card. page 30 •...

  • Page 65: Combine

    Combine You can combine two different videos. As this function edits the original files, make sure to back up the original files before combining them. • Insert a memory card. page 30 • Select the video playback mode. page 41 Touch the Combine ( ) tab on the thumbnail view display.

  • Page 66: File Info

    File Info You can see image information for each image. • Insert a memory card. page 30 • Select the video playback mode. Touch the desired file to view the file information. Touch the MENU ( ) tab touch “File Info”. The information of the selected file appears.

  • Page 67: Other Settings

    Other settings Video Resolution You can select the resolution of video to be recorded on storage media. Press the Home ( ) button touch “Settings” “Video Resolution”. Touch the desired submenu item. >> Video Resolution Full HD 1080/60i HD 720/60p SD 480/60p To exit the menu, touch the Return ( Submenu items...

  • Page 68: Ois Duo

    OIS Duo Reduce camcorder shake and prevent blurred images with Optical and Digital Image Stabilization functions. Press the Home ( ) button touch “Settings” Touch the desired item next to “OIS Duo”. > Shooting Video Resolution Photo Resolution OIS Duo Tele Macro To exit the menu, touch the Return ( Submenu items...

  • Page 69: Digital Zoom

    Digital Zoom The images optically magnified by the lens can be electronically magnified up to the maximum 200 times. Press the Home ( ) button touch “Settings” Touch the desired item next to “Digital Zoom”. > Shooting Photo Resolution OIS Duo Tele Macro Digital Zoom To exit the menu, touch the Return (...

  • Page 70: Video Play Option

    Video Play Option You can set a specific playback style according to your preference. Press the Home ( ) button touch “Settings” “Video Play Option”. Touch the desired submenu item. >> Video Play Option Play All Play One Repeat All Repeat One To exit the menu, touch the Return ( Submenu items...

  • Page 71: Lcd Brightness

    LCD Brightness This camcorder’s LCD brightness is optimized at the factory. However, you can adjust the LCD brightness according to the ambient environment. Press the Home ( ) button touch “Settings” “LCD Brightness”. Touch the decrease ( ) or increase ( setting values as you want.

  • Page 72: Date/Time Display

    Date/Time Display You can set the Date/Time Display function so that the date and time appear on the LCD screen. Press the Home ( ) button touch “Settings” “Date/Time Display”. Touch the desired submenu item. >> Date/Time Display Date Time Date &...

  • Page 73: Hdmi Tv Out

    HDMI TV Out You can set the HDMI video output to match the TV you have connected the camcorder to. Press the Home ( ) button touch “Settings” “HDMI TV Out”. Touch the desired submenu item. >> HDMI TV Out Auto 480p To exit the menu, touch the Return (...

  • Page 74: Pc Software

    PC Software If you set PC Software to On, you can use the built-in video and photo management software by connecting your camcorder to your PC using the camcorder’s USB cable. With this software, you can download stored video and photo images from the camcorder to your PC’s hard disk and edit the video and photo files right on your PC’s screen.

  • Page 75: Tv Connect Guide

    Regular TV Camcorder Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) This camcorder supports Anynet+. Anynet+ is an AV network system that lets you control all connected Samsung AV devices with a Samsung TV remote control that supports Anynet+. Press the Home ( “Connectivity”. Touch the desired item next to “Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)”.

  • Page 76: Card Info

    Card Info This function shows you the storage information of the selected storage media, such as used memory space and available memory space, etc. Insert a memory card in the camcorder before viewing the storage information. Press the Home ( ) button touch “Settings”...

  • Page 77: Time Zone

    Time Zone You can easily set the clock to the local time when using your camcorder while traveling. Setting the local time Press the Home ( ) button touch “Settings” “Time Zone” “Visit”. Select the time zone by touching the left ( the LCD screen, and then touch the ( Visit London,Lisbon...

  • Page 78: Time Type

    Time Type You can set the time display type to 12 hour or 24 hour. Press the Home ( ) button touch “Settings” “Time Type”. Touch the desired submenu item. >> Time Type 12 Hr 24 Hr To exit the menu, touch the Return ( Submenu items •...

  • Page 79: Shutter Sound

    Shutter Sound You can turn the shutter sound that plays when taking a photo with the Recording start/stop button on or off. Press the Home ( ) button touch “Settings” Touch the desired item next to “Shutter Sound”. > General Beep Sound Shutter Sound Auto Power Off...

  • Page 80: Quick On Stby

    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, closing the LCD screen starts Quick On STBY. Press the Home ( ) button touch “Settings”...

  • Page 81: Switch Grip

    Switch Grip The camcorder is designed for you to use conveniently with either your right or left hand. If the “Switch Grip” sets to “On”, you can use the camcorder easily with both your hands. Press the Home ( ) button  touch “Settings”  “General”. Touch the desired item next to “Switch Grip”.

  • Page 82: Default Set

    Default Set You can restore all menu settings to the default conditions (factory settings). Press the Home ( ) button touch “Settings” “Default Set”. A message appears asking for your confirmation. • > General Switch Grip Format Default Set Language Touch "Yes"...

  • Page 83: Demo

    Demo The Demo mode automatically shows you the major functions that are included with your camcorder so that you can use them more easily. Press the Home ( ) button touch “Settings” Touch the desired item next to “Demo”. > General Format Default Set Language...

  • Page 84: Connecting To A Tv

    Connecting to a TV CONNECTING TO A HIGH DEFINITION TV WITH HDMI You can view High Definition (HD) quality videos recorded in HD resolution on an HDTV using an HDMI connection. This camcorder supports HDMI output to deliver high-definition video transfer. •...

  • Page 85: Connecting To A Regular Tv

    CONNECTING TO A REGULAR TV You can view images recorded with your camcorder on a regular TV that supports standard definition. This camcorder supports the composite output for standard definition video transfer. Use the AC power adaptor to power the camcorder when you attach it to a TV.

  • Page 86: Viewing On A Tv Screen

    VIEWING ON A TV SCREEN Image appearance depends on the TV screen aspect ratio Appearance on Recording ratio Wide (16:9) TV Images recorded in a 16:9 ratio • Adjust the volume to a moderate level. If the volume is too high, the video information may include noise.

  • Page 87: Dubbing Videos

    Dubbing videos DUBBING TO A VCR OR DVD/HDD RECORDER Videos recorded in this camcorder can be dubbed to a VCR or DVD/HDD recorders. • Videos are dubbed to the other recording device via analog data transfer. (composite connection) Use the supplied Audio/Video cable. •...

  • Page 88: Printing Photos

    Printing photos DIRECT PRINTING WITH A PICTBRIDGE PRINTER You can print photos directly by connecting your camcorder to a PictBridge printer (sold separately) using a USB cable. Insert the memory card. page 30 Set “USB Connect” to “PictBridge”. >> USB Connect Mass Storage PictBridge Use a USB cable to connect your camcorder to the printer.
  • Page 89 To set the date/time imprint for Pictbridge printers In the printer mode, touch the MENU ( 1/12 100_0001 Touch the desired submenu item. • The selected date and time display option is set. 1/10 100_0001 Date Time Date/Time To exit the menu, touch the Return ( The selected date and time will be printed on photos.

  • Page 90: Using With A Windows Computer

    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 using the Intelli-studio editing software built into your camcorder. Main function •...

  • Page 91: Using The Intelli-Studio Program

    2. Select “USB Mass Storage Device”, and then click “Stop”. 3. If the “Stop a Hardware device” window appears, click “OK”. 4. Disconnect the USB cable from the camcorder and PC. Use the provided USB cable. (Supplied by Samsung) • •...
  • Page 92 Step 2. About the Intelli-studio main window When the Intelli-studio starts up, video and photo thumbnails appear in the main window. • If you install Intelli-studio on your PC, the program will launch more quickly. To install the program, select “Tool” on PC”.
  • Page 93 Step 3. Playing back videos or photos You can play back the recordings conveniently using the Intelli- studio application. With Intelli-studio, click the desired folder to display your recordings. Video or photo thumbnails appear on the screen, depending • on the folder you selected. Choose the video or photo that you want to play back.
  • Page 94 Step 5. Sharing the videos/photos online Share your contents with the world by uploading photos and videos directly to a web site with one click. Choose the videos or photos you want to share. Click “Share” on the Intelli-studio browser. The selected file appears in the sharing window.

  • Page 95: Using As A Removable Storage Device

    Insert a memory card. page 30 Connect the camcorder to the PC with the USB cable. page 87 The “Removable Disk” or “Samsung” window appears on the • PC’s screen after a moment. Select “Open folders to view files using Windows Explorer”, •...
  • Page 96 Structure of folders and files on the storage media • The folder and file structure for storage media are below. • File naming follows DCF (Design rule for Camera File System) rules. Video file (H.264) 1 • HD-quality videos have an HDV_####.MP4 name format. •...

  • Page 97: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Before contacting a Samsung authorised service center, perform the following simple checks. They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call. WARNING INDICATORS AND MESSAGES Problems may occur because of the following reasons. Check the information and take corrective action.
  • Page 98 Storage media Message Icon Informs that... Not Formatted The memory card is not formatted in this camcorder. The memory card may have been formatted by Not Supported another device and may still have existing images on Format The memory card is not supported in this Not Supported Card camcorder.
  • Page 99 Recording Message Icon Informs that... The number of video files is full. The number of video files that can be stored is 9,999. Cannot record video. The number of photo files is full. The number of photo files that can be stored is Cannot take a 9,999.
  • Page 100 Playback Message Icon Informs that... A problem has occurred while the camcorder was Read Error reading data from the storage media. Corrupted file This file cannot be read. Editing videos Message Icon Informs that... Cannot select The files you want to combine have different different resolution.
  • Page 101 Message Icon Informs that... Fail Printer Connecting A problem occurred when connecting the Change 'USB camcorder via USB to a printer. Connect' Fail USB Connecting A problem occurred when connecting the Change 'USB camcorder via USB to a PC. Connect' Ink Error There is a problem with an ink cartridge.

  • Page 102: Symptoms And Solutions

    SYMPTOMS AND SOLUTIONS If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service center. Power Symptom The camcorder does not turn on. The power turns off automatically. Power cannot be turned off. The battery discharges quickly.
  • Page 103 Display Symptom An afterimage remains on the LCD screen. The image on the LCD screen looks dark. Recording Symptom 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.
  • Page 104 Recording Symptom You don’t hear the shutter sound when you record a photo image. You don’t hear the beep sound. There is a time difference between the point where you press the Recording start/stop button and the point where the recorded video starts/stops.
  • Page 105 Adjusting the image during recording Symptom Focus does not adjust automatically. Image’s color balance is not natural. A subject passing quickly through the frame appears distorted Playback on your camcorder Symptom Playback (playback/pause) function does not work. Photo images stored on a storage media are not displayed in the actual size.
  • Page 106 Connecting/Dubbing with other devices (Recorder, PC, Printer, etc.) Symptom You cannot dub correctly using the HDMI cable. You cannot dub correctly using the Audio/ Video cable. Your PictBridge printer cannot print photos from your camcorder. Connecting to a computer Symptom Your computer does not recognize your camcorder.
  • Page 107 Connecting to a computer Symptom Your computer is not playing videos, images, or sound located on your camcorder properly. The playback screen is paused or distorted. Overall operations Symptom The date and time are incorrect. Explanation/Solution • Video playback or sound may stop temporarily depending on your computer. The video or sound copied to your computer is not affected.

  • Page 108: Additional Information

    Additional information MAINTENANCE The suggestions below will help you fulfill any warranty obligations and allow you to enjoy this product for many years. Cautions when storing • For safekeeping of the camcorder, turn off the camcorder. - Remove the battery. - Remove the memory card.

  • Page 109: Using Your Camcorder Abroad

    • Use the camcorder only after dew condensation has completely disappeared. • Be sure to use the recommended accessories supplied with the camcorder. For service, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service center. Additional information USING YOUR CAMCORDER ABROAD • Each country or region has its own electric and color systems.

  • Page 110: Glossary

    GLOSSARY AF (Auto Focus) A system that automatically focuses the camcorder lens on the subject. Your camcorder uses the contrast to focus automatically. Aperture The aperture controls the amount of light that reaches the camcorder’s sensor. Camcorder shake (Blur) If the camcorder is moved while the shutter is open, the entire image may appear blurred. This occurs more often when the shutter speed is slow.

  • Page 111: Specifications

    Specifications HMX-Q10BN/HMX-Q10TN/HMX-Q10UN/HMX-Q10PN Model name HMX-Q100BN/HMX-Q100TN/HMX-Q100UN/HMX-Q100PN HMX-Q130BN/HMX-Q130TN/HMX-Q130UN/HMX-Q130PN Video signal Picture compression format Audio compression format Image device System Effective pixels Total pixels Lens Focal length Angle of View Size/dot number LCD screen LCD screen method Composite output HDMI output Connectors Audio output...

  • Page 112: Limited Warranty

    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.
  • Page 113 6 hazardous materials- Cadmium(Cd), Lead (Pb), Mercury (Hg), Hexavalent Chromium (Cr +6), Poly Brominated Biphenyls (PBBs), Poly Brominated Diphenyl Ethers(PBDEs)- in our products. OR VISIT US ONLINE AT www.samsung.com 85 Challenger Road Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660-2112 WRITE Samsung Electronics America, Inc.

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