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Samsung VP-X300L manuel d'utilisation

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    ENGLISH MENU MODE D C IN W T HOLD DISPLAY DELETE AD68-01228F Owner’s Instruction Book Before operating the unit, please read this Instruction Book thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. AF Auto-Focus CCD Charge Coupled Device LCD Liquid Crystal Display Sports Camcorder VP-X300/X300L Use only approved battery packs. Otherwise, there is a [...]

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    ENGLISH 2 2 Contents 2 2 Precautions when using the Sports Camcorder .............................................................................................................................. ...................... 8 Notes Regarding COPYRIGHT .......................................................................................................[...]

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    ENGLISH 3 3 Contents 3 3 The LED Colour .............................................................................................................................. ........................................................................... 25 Before You Start Operating the Sports Camcorder ........................................................[...]

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    ENGLISH 4 4 4 4 Setting the BLC (Backlight Compensation) ..................................................................................... ................................................................... 47 Setting the Digital Zoom ..................................................................................................... .........[...]

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    ENGLISH 5 5 Viewing Files or Folders ..................................................................................................... ................................................................................. 68 Deleting Files or Folders ....................................................................................................[...]

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    ENGLISH 6 6 Using USB Mode .............................................................................................................................. ......................................................................... 89 Transferring files to a computer ......................................................................................[...]

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    ENGLISH 7 7 Regarding the Battery ........................................................................................................ ............................................................................... 105 Using the Sports Camcorder Abroad ............................................................................................ [...]

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    ENGLISH 8 8 Notices and Safety Precautions 8 8 Precautions when using the Sports Camcorder ✤ Please note the following precautions for use: ✤ Please keep this device in a safe place. The device contains a lens that can be damaged by shock. Keep away from the reach of the children. ■ Do not place your device in a wet place. Moisture and water [...]

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    ENGLISH 9 9 Notices and Safety Precautions 9 9 ✤ A sudden rise in atmospheric temperature may cause condensation to form inside the Sports Camcorder. For Example: ✤ Entering or leaving a heated place on a cold day might cause condensation inside the product. ✤ To prevent condensation, place the product in a carrying case or a plastic bag befo[...]

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    ENGLISH 10 10 Notices and Safety Precautions 10 10 Notes Regarding the Battery Pack ✤ We recommend using the original battery pack that is available at the retailer where you purchased the Sports Camcorder. ✤ Make sure the battery pack is fully charged before starting to record. ✤ To preserve battery power, keep the Sports Camcorder turned of[...]

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    ENGLISH 11 11 Notices and Safety Precautions 11 11 ✤ Do not film with the Sports Camcorder lens pointing directly at the sun. Direct sunlight can damage the CCD (Charge Coupled Device, the imaging sensor). Notes Regarding the Lens 1. The LCD monitor has been manufactured using the high precision technology. However, there may be tiny dots (red, b[...]

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    ENGLISH 12 12 ● Multifunctional Sports Camcorder This Sport Camcorder packs various functions into one tiny device. This pocked-sized unit is a digital camcorder, an MP3 playe r, voice recorder, web cam(PC camera) and a portable data storage device. ● Digital Video Camcorder Records enhanced quality video in MPEG4 ASP(Advanced Simple Profile) f[...]

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    ENGLISH 13 13 13 13 Getting to Know Your Sports Camcorder ✤ Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your Sports Camcorder. 1. Lithium Polymer Battery pack 2. AC Power Adapter 3. Audio/Video Cable 4. USB Cable 5. Earphones 6. Hand Strap 7. Instruction Book/Quick Guide 8. Software CD 9. Lens Cover 10. External Camera Module[...]

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    ENGLISH 14 14 Rear & Left View 1. LCD monitor 2. DELETE button 3. DISPLAY button 4. Built-in speaker 5. POWER button 6. MP3/ *External Camera Module HOLD switch 7. Record / Power / Charging indicator 8. PLAY button 9. Record / Stop button 10. [W/T] switch 11. Joystick (Up, Down, Left, Right, OK) 12. MENU button 13. MODE button 14. DC IN jack 15[...]

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    ENGLISH 15 15 15 15 Location of Controls Side & Bottom View 1. Lens 2. Battery pack 3. Battery eject switch 4. Front cover 5. USB port 6. Built-in microphone 7. Memory card slot 8. Tripod receptacle 9. Strap hook Usable Memory Cards (4GB Max) SD MMC 1 3 2 9 Hanging Lens Cover on the Sports Camcorder USB MMC/ S D 6 5 7 <Left Side> 4 8 <[...]

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    ENGLISH 16 16 Location of Controls 16 16 External Camera Module View (VP-X300L only) 1. Built-in microphone 2. Lens 3. Rubber Mount 4. Picture Rotator 5. Record/Power indicator 6. POWER/Record / Stop button 7. Clip 8. External Camera Module cable 9. Rubber Mount receptacle 2 3 4 6 5 1 7 8 9 Bottom View[...]

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    ENGLISH 17 17 Location of Controls : LCD Display 17 17 OSD (On Screen Display in Movie Record Mode / Movie Play Mode) Movie Record Mode 1. Mode indicator 2. Movie size indicator 3. Movie quality indicator 4. White balance indicator 5. Program AE indicator 6. Date/Time indicator 7. Effect indicator 8. BLC indicator * 9. Focus indicator * 10 EIS indi[...]

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    ENGLISH 18 18 Location of Controls : LCD Display OSD (On Screen Display in MP3 Mode) MP3 Mode 1. Mode indicator 2. File name indicator 3. Lock indicator 4. Move (Help Key) 5. Play (Help Key) 6. Scroll bar indicator 7. Battery life indicator 8. Memory Card Indicator 9. Counter(Elapsed time) 10. Repeat indicator 11. Multi selection indicator 1. Mode [...]

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    ENGLISH 19 19 Location of Controls : LCD Display OSD (On Screen Display in Voice Record Mode/ Voice Play Mode) 1. Mode indicator 2. File name indicator 3. Date/Time indicator 4. Sampling rate/Bit rate 5. Operation indicator 6. Counter (Elapsed Time / Remaining Time) 7. Battery life indicator 8. Memory Card Indicator Voice Record Mode Stop 2007/01/0[...]

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    ENGLISH 20 20 1. Mode indicator 2. Current selected folder indicator 3. Current selected file indicator 4. Lock indicator 5. Multi selection indicator 6. Move (Help Key) 7. Play (Help Key) 8. Scroll bar indicator 9. Battery life indicator 10. Memory Card Indicator 11. File number indicator (Current / Total) File Browser Mode Move Play Dart Coin Sys[...]

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    ENGLISH 21 21 How to Use the Battery Pack Battery Pack Installation / Ejection It is recommended you purchase one or more additional battery packs to allow continuous use of your Sports Camcorder. Slide the battery pack into the groove until it clicks. To insert the battery pack Pull the Battery eject switch to eject the battery pack. To eject the [...]

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    ENGLISH 22 22 How to Use the Battery Pack Maintaining the Battery Pack ✤ The battery pack should be recharged in an environment of between 32 ° F(0 ° C) and 104 ° F(40 ° C). ✤ The battery pack should never be charged in a room temperature that is below 32 ° F(0 ° C). ✤ The life and capacity of the battery pack will be reduced if it is u[...]

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    ENGLISH 23 23 Battery Level Display The Battery Level Display shows the amount of battery power remaining in the battery pack. Tips for Battery Identification Charging time based on battery type If the battery has been fully charged, the charge indicator is green. If you are charging the battery, the colour of the charge indicator is orange. The ch[...]

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    ENGLISH 24 24 How to Use the Battery Pack Charging the Battery Pack [ Note ] ✤ You may use the Sports Camcorder powered by the AC Power Adapter indoors where available. [ Warning ] ✤ It is recommended you fully charge the battery pack before use. ✤ You should only charge the battery in an environment between 32 ° F and 104 ° F. ✤ If ambie[...]

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    ENGLISH 25 25 Getting Started The LED Colour The LED Colour indicates the power or charge status. LED Colour Blue Power On DC IN Recording / Charging Indicator LED Colour Red Orange Green During Recording Recording <Movie and Voice Recorder mode> - - During Charging - Charging Fully Charged Recording / Charging Indicator Power Indicator Befor[...]

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    ENGLISH 26 26 Getting Started Using the MODE button The [MODE] button is used to change the Sports Camcorder mode. Available modes are Movie, MP3, Voice Recorder, File Browser and System Settings. Set the desired mode by pressing the [MODE] button. The Sports Camcorder switches to the designated mode. Setting the Mode Movie mode You can record and [...]

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    ENGLISH 27 27 Getting Started Using the Function button Move Upwards Function button Confirm Selection Select menu Move Left Move Downwards Move Right Zoom out ( ▲ ) Zoom in ( ▼ ) Change from record to play mode. Recording Multi-Play screen/ Play List - Play/Pause Change from play to record mode. Button Recording Playing Using the MENU button 1[...]

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    ENGLISH 28 28 Getting Started Using the DISPLAY button Using the DELETE button Each press of the [DISPLAY] button toggles the OSD indicator on and off. 1. Open the LCD monitor. 2. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. ◆ You can select Movie Mode or Previous Mode as the Start-up mode in Syst[...]

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    ENGLISH 29 29 Getting Started Structure of the Folders and Files The movie, music, voice files and so forth files are stored within the recording medium as below. [ Notes ] ✤ Refer to page 32 for details about the memory card. ✤ You can store general data in the [MISC] folder. ✤ You can store up to 9,999 files and 999 folders. ✤ SMOV ✽✽[...]

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    ENGLISH 30 30 Getting Started Recording Time and Capacity [ Notes ] ✤ The recording time and capacity is an approximation. ✤ The recording times shown are maximum figures based on using one function. In actual use, using more than one function will reduce the capacity of each. ✤ The compressibility is changed automatically depending on the re[...]

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    ENGLISH 31 31 Getting Started [ Notes ] ✤ Number of MP3 files that can be saved is based on 128Kbps sampling / 4MB size. ✤ Capacity may vary depending on file size. ✤ You must only format the memory card on the Sports Camcorder. ➥ page 75 ✤ Do not format the memory card on your PC. ✤ The recordable time and number of files are maximum f[...]

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    ENGLISH 32 32 Getting Started Using a Memory card (SD/MMC) (not supplied) ✤ Samsung is not responsible for data loss due to misuse. ✤ Turning the power off / ejecting the memory card during memory operation such as formatting, deleting, recording, and playback may damage the data. ✤ You may modify the name of a file / folder stored in the mem[...]

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    ENGLISH 33 33 Inserting / Ejecting the memory card (SD/MMC) (not supplied) Getting Started 1. Open the Front cover. 2. Insert the memory card into the memory card slot until it softly clicks. 3. Close the Front cover. Inserting a memory card 1. Open the Front cover. 2. Slightly push the memory card inwards to pop it out. 3. Pull the memory card out[...]

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    34 34 Movie Mode 1 1 Recording .......................................................................................35 Recording..................................................................................35 Zooming In and Out ..................................................................36 Playing .......................................[...]

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    ENGLISH 35 35 Movie Mode : Recording Recording You can record movies and store it in the memory card. Refer to the page 92 for recording video using the External Camera Module. (VP-X300L only) 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. ◆ You can select Movie mode or Previous mode as the start[...]

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    ENGLISH 36 36 Movie Mode : Recording Zooming In and Out Zooming allows you to change the size of the subject captured in a scene. You can take advantage of the 10x optical electro motion zoom lens. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. ◆ You can select Movie mode or Previous mode as the [...]

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    ENGLISH 37 37 Movie Mode : Playing Playing Movie Files on the LCD monitor You can view playback of movie files on the LCD monitor. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Press the [PLAY] button or [Joystick(OK)]. ◆ Switches to Movie Play mode. 3. Move the [Joystick] left / right to fin[...]

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    ENGLISH 38 38 Using the [W/T] switch in Movie Play mode, you can display multiple images on the LCD monitor. You can also select and play the desired movie file in a multi-view screen. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Press the [PLAY] button or [Joystick(OK)] and move the [W/T] swi[...]

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    ENGLISH 39 39 Movie Mode : Playing [PLAY] button or [Joystick(OK)]: Play or pause the movie file [W] switch: The Multi-view screen appears. [Joystick](left): In Movie Play mode: Press it to move to previous file. Press and hold it during playback to use RPS (Reverse Playback Search) function. (RPS rate: 2x ➝ 4x ➝ 8x ➝ 16x ➝ 32x ➝ 64x ➝ [...]

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    ENGLISH 40 40 Movie Mode : Setting the Recording Options Setting the Movie Size You can set the movie files size. The file storage capacity depends on the memory capacity and movie file size. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Press the [MENU] button. Move the [Joystick] left / right[...]

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    ENGLISH 41 41 Movie Mode : Setting the Recording Options Setting the Movie Quality You can set the movie file's quality. The files storage capacity depends on the memory capacity and movie file quality. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Press the [MENU] button. Move the [Joysti[...]

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    ENGLISH 42 42 The White Balance may vary depending on the lighting conditions. The White Balance is used to preserve natural colour s under different lighting conditions. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Press the [MENU] button. Move the [Joystick] left / right to select <White [...]

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    ENGLISH 43 43 Program AE modes are preset automatic exposure modes based upon an internal computer programme . It allows you to adjust the aperture setting to suit different conditions. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Press the [MENU] button. Move the [Joystick] left / right to se[...]

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    ENGLISH 44 44 Movie Mode : Setting the Recording Options Setting the Effect You can apply various digital effects to your recording. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Press the [MENU] button. Move the [Joystick] left / right to select <Effect>. 3. Move the [Joystick] up / down[...]

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    ENGLISH 45 45 Movie Mode : Setting the Recording Options Setting the EIS (Electronic Image Stabilizer) The Electrical Image Stabilizer is a function that compensates for hand shake and other movements while recording. EIS provides a more stable image when: ◆ Recording while zooming ◆ Recording small objects ◆ Recording while walking or moving[...]

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    ENGLISH 46 46 Movie Mode : Setting the Recording Options Setting the Focus You can set the focus depending on the subject or environment. In most situations, it is best to use the AF(Auto Focus). 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Press the [MENU] button. Move the [Joystick] left / r[...]

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    ENGLISH 47 47 Movie Mode : Setting the Recording Options Setting the BLC (Backlight Compensation) The Backlight Compensation function helps to make the subject brighter when the subject is in front of a window or the subject is too dark to distinguish. You can use this function when using the Sports Camcorder in bright or snowy backgrounds. 1. Pres[...]

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    ENGLISH 48 48 Movie Mode : Setting the Recording Options 1 2 3 4 Setting the Digital Zoom Zooming more than 10x is achieved digitally, up to 100X when combined with optical zoom. The Digital Zoom processes data to enlarge the centre portion of the image to fill the frame. It may produce a less detailed and slightly grainy picture. 1. Press the [POW[...]

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    ENGLISH 49 49 Movie Mode : Setting the Recording Options Setting the Record Mode You can set the proper record mode before starting movie file recording. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Press the [MENU] button. Move the [Joystick] left / right to select <Record Mode>. 3. Mov[...]

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    ENGLISH 50 50 You can record or play back the contents of the the Sports Camcorder (a memory card) onto an external device and vice versa. ➥ pages 100~102 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Press the [MENU] button. Move the [Joystick] left / right to select <Line In/Out>. 3. [...]

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    ENGLISH 51 51 Movie Mode : Setting the Viewing Options Deleting Movie Files You can delete saved movie files. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Press the [PLAY] button or [Joystick(OK)]. ◆ Switches to Movie Play mode. ◆ Move to the desired movie file, using the [Joystick]. 3. Pr[...]

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    ENGLISH 52 52 You can play all files continuously or play the selected file only. You can also set the repeat option for all files. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Press the [PLAY] button or [Joystick(OK)]. ◆ Switches to Movie Play mode. 3. Press the [MENU] button. Move the [Joy[...]

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    ENGLISH 53 53 Movie Mode : Setting the Viewing Options Locking Movie Files You can lock saved important movie files from accidental deletion. Locked files will not be deleted unless you release the lock or format the memory. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Press the [PLAY] button [...]

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    54 54 MP3 Mode 2 2 Storing MP3 in the Sports Camcorder ........................................55 Copying MP3 Files to the Sports Camcorder ..........................55 Playing .............................................................................................56 Playing MP3 Files ...........................................................[...]

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    55 55 ENGLISH You can copy MP3 files from a PC to the Sports Camcorder while connected to the PC with a USB cable. Before your start! ◆ You can copy the MP3 files when <USB Mode> sets to <Mass Storage> ➥ page 73 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Connect the Sports Ca[...]

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    ENGLISH 56 56 [ Notes ] ✤ The MP3 file with tag information will display the artist name. MP3 files with no tag information will leave the item blank. ✤ If a broken file name is displayed, try renaming it on a PC. ✤ When the language set is not the same as the MP3 file's tag information language, the Artist information may not display co[...]

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    57 57 ENGLISH Deleting MP3 Files You can delete a selected MP3 file or group of MP3 files. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Set the MP3 mode by pressing the [MODE] button. ◆ The MP3 playlist appears. ◆ Move to the desired MP3 file, using the [Joystick]. 3. Press the [DELETE] bu[...]

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    ENGLISH 58 58 MP3 Mode : Setting the MP3 Play Options Setting the Repeat Play You can repeat a selected MP3 file or a group of MP3 files, or play the MP3 files at random. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Set the MP3 mode by pressing the [MODE] button. ◆ The MP3 playlist appears. [...]

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    59 59 ENGLISH MP3 Mode : Setting the MP3 Play Options Setting the Equalizer You can choose an Equalizer mode for different types of music. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Set the MP3 mode by pressing the [MODE] button. ◆ The MP3 playlist appears. 3. Press the [MENU] button in pa[...]

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    ENGLISH 60 60 MP3 Mode : Setting the MP3 Play Options Locking an MP3 File in Full screen Locking MP3 Files You can lock saved important MP3 files from accidental deletion. Locked files will not be deleted unless you release the lock or format the memory. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appear[...]

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    61 61 61 61 Voice Recorder Mode 3 3 Recording .......................................................................................62 Recording Voice Files ..............................................................62 Playing .............................................................................................63 Playing Voice Files ...[...]

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    ENGLISH 62 62 62 62 Voice Recorder Mode : Recording Recording Voice Files The built-in microphone allows users to record voices without any additional devices. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Set the Voice Recorder mode by pressing the [MODE] button. ◆ The Voice Record screen ap[...]

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    63 63 ENGLISH 63 63 Voice Recorder Mode : Playing Playing Voice Files You can play back recorded voice files using the built-in speaker or the earphones. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Set the Voice Recorder mode by pressing the [MODE] button. ◆ The Voice Record screen appears.[...]

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    ENGLISH 64 64 64 64 Voice Recorder Mode : Setting the Voice Play Options Deleting Voice Files You can delete a selected voice file or a group of voice files. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Set the Voice Recorder mode by pressing the [MODE] button. ◆ The Voice Record screen appe[...]

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    65 65 ENGLISH 65 65 Voice Recorder Mode : Setting the Voice Play Options Setting the Play Mode You can play all files continuously or play the selected file only. You can also set the repeat option. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Set the Voice Recorder mode by pressing the [MODE][...]

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    ENGLISH 66 66 66 66 Voice Recorder Mode : Setting the Voice Play Options Locking Voice Files You can lock saved important voice files from accidental erasure. Locked files will not be deleted unless you release the lock or format the memory. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Set the[...]

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    67 67 Using File Browser 4 4 Viewing Files or Folders ................................................................. 68 Deleting Files or Folders ................................................................. 69 Locking Files ...................................................................................70 Viewing File Information .......[...]

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    ENGLISH 68 68 Using File Browser You can play back the stored file (AVI, MP3, WAV) in your Sports Camcorder. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Set the File Browser mode by pressing the [MODE] button. ◆ The File Browser screen appears. 3. Select the desired folder or file by moving[...]

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    69 69 ENGLISH Using File Browser You can delete the file (AVI, MP3, WAV) or folders you recorded. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Set the File Browser mode by pressing the [MODE] button. ◆ The File Browser screen appears. 3. Select the desired file or folder by using the [Joysti[...]

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    ENGLISH 70 70 1 Using File Browser Locking Files You can lock the important files so they can not be deleted. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Set the File Browser mode by pressing the [MODE] button. ◆ The File Browser screen appears. 3. Select the desired file or folder by using[...]

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    71 71 ENGLISH 71 71 1 Using File Browser Viewing File Information You can see the file name, format, size and date. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Set the File Browser mode by pressing the [MODE] button. ◆ The File Browser screen appears. 3. Select the desired file list by usin[...]

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    72 72 Setting the Sports Camcorder 5 5 Setting USB Mode .......................................................................... 73 Setting USB Mode .......................................................................73 Setting Memory ..............................................................................74 Setting the File No. Function[...]

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    73 73 ENGLISH Setting USB Mode Setting the Sports Camcorder : Setting USB Mode Before connecting your Sports Camcorder to a computer via USB, please set the proper USB mode. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Set the System Settings mode by pressing the [MODE] button. ◆ The System [...]

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    ENGLISH 74 74 Setting the Sports Camcorder : Setting Memory Setting the File No. Function You can set the file numbers so that they reset each time the memory card is formatted, or so that they count up continuously. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Set the System Settings mode by [...]

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    75 75 ENGLISH Setting the Sports Camcorder : Setting Memory Format You can format the memory card to erase all files. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Set the System Settings mode by pressing the [MODE] button. ◆ The System Settings screen appears. 3. Move the [Joystick] left / r[...]

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    ENGLISH 76 76 Setting the Sports Camcorder : Setting Memory Viewing Memory Space You can check used memory space and total memory space of the memory card. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Set the System Settings mode by pressing the [MODE] button. ◆ The System Settings screen ap[...]

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    77 77 ENGLISH Setting the Sports Camcorder : Adjusting the LCD monitor Adjusting the LCD Brightness You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor to compensate for ambient lighting conditions. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Set the System Settings mode by pressing the [MODE] b[...]

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    ENGLISH 78 78 78 78 Setting the Sports Camcorder : Adjusting Date/Time Setting Date&Time You can set the date/time using this menu. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Set the System Settings mode by pressing the [MODE] button. ◆ The System Settings screen appears. 3. Move the [[...]

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    79 79 ENGLISH 79 79 Setting the Sports Camcorder : Adjusting Date/Time Setting Date Format You can select the date format to display. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Set the System Settings mode by pressing the [MODE] button. ◆ The System Settings screen appears. 3. Move the [Jo[...]

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    ENGLISH 80 80 80 80 Setting the Sports Camcorder : Adjusting Date/Time Setting Time Format You can select the time format to display. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Set the System Settings mode by pressing the [MODE] button. ◆ The System Settings screen appears. 3. Move the [Jo[...]

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    81 81 ENGLISH 81 81 You can set to display date and time on the LCD monitor. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Set the System Settings mode by pressing the [MODE] button. ◆ The System Settings screen appears. 3. Move the [Joystick] left / right to select <Date/Time>. 4. Move[...]

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    ENGLISH 82 82 82 82 Setting the Sports Camcorder : Setting the System Settings Setting the Beep Sound You can set the beep sound to on/off. When on, a beep will sound every time a button is pressed. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Set the System Settings mode by pressing the [MODE[...]

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    83 83 ENGLISH 83 83 Setting the Sports Camcorder : Setting the System Settings Setting Start-up Mode You can select the starting mode displayed when you turn the Sports Camcorder on. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Set the System Settings mode by pressing the [MODE] button. ◆ Th[...]

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    ENGLISH 84 84 84 84 Setting the Sports Camcorder : Setting the System Settings Resetting the Sports Camcorder You can reset the Sports Camcorder to the default (factory) settings. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Set the System Settings mode by pressing the [MODE] button. ◆ The S[...]

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    85 85 ENGLISH 85 85 Setting the Sports Camcorder : Setting the System Settings Selecting Language You can select the desired language of the Sports Camcorder. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Set the System Settings mode by pressing the [MODE] button. ◆ The System Settings screen[...]

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    ENGLISH 86 86 86 86 Setting the Sports Camcorder : Setting the System Settings To save battery power, you can set the <Auto Shut off> function which turns off the Sports Camcorder if there is no operation for a certain period of time. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Set the [...]

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    87 87 ENGLISH 87 87 Setting the Sports Camcorder : Setting the System Settings The Demonstration function will allow you to view all the functions that the Sports Camcorder supports. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Set the System Settings mode by pressing the [MODE] button. ◆ Th[...]

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    ENGLISH 88 88 88 88 Setting the Sports Camcorder : Setting the System Settings You can see the firmware version information. 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Set the System Settings mode by pressing the [MODE] button. ◆ The System Settings screen appears. 3. Move the [Joystick] l[...]

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    89 89 ENGLISH 89 89 Setting the Sports Camcorder : Using USB Mode You can transfer the files to your PC. Before your start! You can copy the files when <USB Mode> sets to <Mass Storage> ➥ page 73 1. Turn on your PC. 2. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 3. Connect the Sports [...]

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    ENGLISH 90 90 You can use your Sports Camcorder as a PC camera for video chatting, video conference and other PC camera applications. Before your start! ◆ For PC Cam use, it is required to install the DV Driver. ➥ page 97 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. ◆ The Movie Record screen appears. 2. Set the System Settings[...]

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    91 91 Using the External Camera Module (VP-X300L only) 6 6 Recording with the External Camera Module ............................92 Recording Movie using the External Camera Module .............92 Wearing the External Camera Module ........................................93 Mounting the External Camera Module on Rubber Mount ........... 93 Using th[...]

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    ENGLISH 92 92 Using the External Camera Module (VP-X300L only) : Wearing the External Camera Module Recording Movie using the External Camera Module Your Sports Camcorder offers the ability to record those thrilling moments. Whether you're snow boarding or skiing, you can record the moments with the External Camera Module and accessories. 1. C[...]

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    93 93 ENGLISH Mounting the External Camera Module on Rubber Mount 1 2 1. Set the Rubber Mount receptacle of the External Camera Module to the screw of Rubber Mount. 2. Turn the Rubber Mount's screw to the right to fasten. [ Notes ] ✤ Dropping the External Camera Module or bumping it to other objects may cause device failure. When using the d[...]

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    ENGLISH 94 94 Using the Long Mount Band While the Sports Camcorder is inside your carrying case or backpack, you can attach the External Camera Module mounted on the Rubber Mount with help of the Long Mount Band. Using the External Camera Module (VP-X300L only) : Wearing the External Camera Module 1. Run the strap of Long Mount Band through both of[...]

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    95 95 Miscellaneous Information 7 7 USB Interface Environment ..........................................................96 USB connection to a computer ...............................................96 System Environment ................................................................96 Installing Software ..........................................[...]

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    ENGLISH 96 96 USB connection to a computer Only Microsoft (Windows)–provided drivers can guarantee the compatibility of USB High Speed. ✤ Windows 2000: Service Pack 4 or higher - High Speed USB ✤ Windows XP: Service Pack 1 or higher - High Speed USB ✤ Windows Vista(32bit): Service Pack 1 or higher - High Speed USB Miscellaneous Information [...]

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    ENGLISH 97 97 Miscellaneous Information : Installing Software Installing DV Media Pro You need to install DV Media Pro to play back recorded movie files or the transferred data from Sports Camcorder with the USB cable on your PC. Before your start! ◆ Turn on your PC. Exit all other applications running. ◆ Insert the provided CD into the CD-ROM [...]

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    ENGLISH 98 98 Miscellaneous Information : Installing Software Ulead Video Studio Application Installation - MediaOne Gallery Installation 1. Click “MediaOne Gallery” in the Setup menu. ◆ This is an integrated file and multimedia management tool. Easy file management with MediaOne Gallery; you can manage all media files in the unit of album an[...]

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    ENGLISH 99 99 Connect to a PC with the provided USB cable. You can view your files on your PC. Before your start! You can transfer the files when <USB Mode> sets to <Mass Storage> ➥ page 73 Connecting to a PC – Playing Files 1. Press the [POWER] button to turn on the Sports Camcorder. 2. Connect the Sports Camcorder to the PC with t[...]

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    ENGLISH 100 100 Connecting to a TV monitor You can connect your Sports Camcorder directly to a TV set. Set the appropriate video input when viewing Sports Camcorder playback on the TV. 1. Connect the provided Audio/Video cable to the [Multi jack] of the Sports Camcorder. 2. Connect the other end of the cable to the TV set by matching the colour s o[...]

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    ENGLISH 101 101 Miscellaneous Information : Connecting To Other Devices Connecting to a VCR / DVD Recorder You can connect your Sports Camcorder to a TV set through a VCR/DVD Recorder. 1. Connect the provided Audio/Video cable to the [Multi jack] of the Sports Camcorder. 2. Connect the other end of the cable to the VCR/ DVD Recorder by matching the[...]

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    ENGLISH 102 102 Miscellaneous Information : Connecting To Other Devices Recording unscrambled content from other digital devices You can connect other external digital devices to Sports Camcorder to record unscrambled contents. 1. Connect the provided Audio/Video cable to the [Multi jack] of the Sports Camcorder. 2. Connect the Audio/Video cable to[...]

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    ENGLISH 103 103 Maintenance : Cleaning and Maintaining the Sports Camcorder After using the Sports Camcorder ✤ For safekeeping of the Sports Camcorder, follow these steps. ✓ Turn the Sports Camcorder off. ✓ Remove the battery pack ➥ page 21 . ✓ Remove the memory card ➥ page 33. ✤ To prevent any damage to the LCD monitor, do not apply [...]

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    ENGLISH 104 104 Maintenance : Cleaning and Maintaining the Sports Camcorder Cleaning the Body ✤ To Clean the Exterior of the Sports Camcorder ✓ To clean the exterior, use a soft dry cloth. Wipe the body gently. Do not apply excessive force when cleaning, gently rub the surface. ✓ The LCD monitor surface should not be pressed. Use a soft dry c[...]

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    ENGLISH 105 105 Maintenance : Cleaning and Maintaining the Sports Camcorder Regarding the Battery ■ Battery pack performance decreases when the surrounding temperature is 10°C (50°F) or below, and shortens the battery life. In that case, do one of the following so that the durability of the battery life can be extended for a longer period of ti[...]

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    ENGLISH 106 106 Maintenance : Cleaning and Maintaining the Sports Camcorder Using the Sports Camcorder Abroad ✤ Each country or region has its own electric and colour systems. (NTSC/PAL) ✤ Before using the Sports Camcorder abroad, check the following items: ✤ You can use the Sports Camcorder in any country or area with the supplied AC Power A[...]

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    ENGLISH 107 107 Troubleshooting Self Diagnosis Display ✤ If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung dealer or authorized service centre/personnel. Display Informs that… Action Not enough free space . Not enough free space for saving files. Check the space of the memory card. Corrupted file . The file is corrup[...]

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    ENGLISH 108 108 Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Causes Measure Focus does not adjust automatically Focus is set to manual mode Recording is being done in a dark place Lens is covered with condensation Set focus to AUTO Use a lighting apparatus to brighten the scene Clear the lens and check the focus The Memory card will not load properly The memor[...]

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    ENGLISH 109 109 Using the Menu Effect Off Art Mosaic Sepia Negative Mirror B&W Movie White Balance Auto Daylight Fluorescent Tungsten Custom 2. Play 1. Record Lock Lock Multi Select Lock All Unlock All Play One Play All Repeat One Repeat All Play Mode Size 720x576 352x288 Quality Super Fine Fine Normal EIS Digital Zoom Record Mode Line In/Out O[...]

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    ENGLISH 110 110 Using the Menu 1. Record 2. Play Voice Recorder File Browser System Settings Date/Time Set Date Format YY/ MM / DD D D/M M/Y Y M M/D D/Y Y Time Format Date/Time Off Date Time Date/Time Beep Sound 12 Hour 24 Hour On Off Movie Mode Previous Mode OK Start-up Reset Auto Shut off Demonstration Off 5 Minutes Play Now Off 5 Minutes Version[...]

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    ENGLISH 111 111 Specifications Model Name VP-X300/X300L The Sports Camcorder System Movie Recording System MPEG4 AVI Format MP3 Stereo Playing Voice WAVE File Recording/Play (8KHz Sampling, 16 bit, Stereo) Memory Memory Card SD MMC Recording time Refer to page 30 CCD Pixel 1/6 inch CCD, 800K(Maximum) Zoom Ratio x10(Optical), x100(Digital) Focal Len[...]

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    ENGLISH 112 112 Specifications The product design and specifications are subject to change without notice for better performance and quality. Model Name VP-X300/X300L AC Adapter Power Requirement AC 100 ~ 240V, 50 / 60 Hz DC Output DC 4.8V, 1.0 A Operating Temperature 0°C (32°F) ~ 40° (104°F) Dimensions 70 mm x 29.7 mm x 59.1 mm Weight 85.1g Mo[...]

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    ENGLISH 113 113 Index - A - AC Power Adapter ....................................................................... 13, 24 AF(Auto Focus) ...................................................................................46 Auto Shut off .......................................................................................86 - B - Battery Pack ..[...]

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    ENGLISH 114 114 Power Sources (United Kingdom Only) The plug used on this product is a unitary transformer plug and is designed specifically for this Camcorder it must never be replaced or removed with any other type of plug.[...]

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    Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care centre . ENGLISH North America Latin America Europe CIS Asia Pacific Middle East & Africa CANADA 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) www.samsung.com/ca MEXICO 01-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) www.samsung.com/mx U.S.A 1-800-SAMSU[...]

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    ENGLISH THE SPORTS CAMCORDER IS MANUFACTURED BY: RoHS compliant Our product complies with “The Restriction Of the use of certain Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic equipment”, and we do not use 6 hazardous materials- Cadmium(Cd), Lead (Pb), Mercury (Hg), Hexavalent Chromium (C r +6 ), Poly Brominated Biphenyls (PBBs), Poly Bromin[...]