Samsung SMX-F401BP manual

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High-resolution colour widescreen LCD (2.7” WIDE TFT LCD) Samsung memory camcorder utilizes a 2.7-inch 230k pixel Widescreen LCD which allows bright and clear monitoring. In addition, the LCD Enhancer adjusts colour and brig htness to the sc reen lighting co nditions for better monitoring under strong sunlight. H.264/AVC (MPEG4 part 10/Advanced V[...]

i i i Capture visions further than the eye can see : 52x Optical Power Zoom, 65x Intelli- Zoom, and 2200x Digital Zoom Samsung's powerful optical zoom lenses bring the world closer without losing image quality. In addition, Digital Zoom Interpolation enables clearer digital zooming, with less distortion than previous types of digital zooms. Ti[...]

What the icons and signs in this user manual mean; WARNING Means that there is a potential risk of death or serious injury. CAUTION Means that there is a potential risk of personal injury or damage to the product. CAUTION To prevent potential malfunction to the camcorder or to maintain the current setting. Means hints or referential pages that may [...]

• This camcorder is designed exclusively for use with the high-capacity built- in memory (8GB(SMX-F43 only), 16GB(SMX-F44 only)) and an external memory card. • This camcorder records video in H.264/ AVC (MPEG4 part 10/Advanced Video Coding) format compliant with the Standard resolution (SD-VIDEO) format. • Please note that this camcorder is n[...]

• The displays in this user manual may not be exactly the same as those you see on the LCD screen. • Designs and specifications of the camcorder and other accessories are subject to change without any notice. • In this user manual’s function descriptions, the icon on the on-screen display section means that it will appear on the screen whe[...]

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The safety precautions illustrated below are to prevent personal injury or material damages. Heed all instructions carefully. WARNING Do not aim the LCD screen directly into the sun. Doing so could cause eye injuries, as well as lead to malfunctioning of internal parts of the product. W 4 4 W Using the camcorder at temperatures over 140 ℉ (60 ℃[...]

Do not connect the AC adaptor unless the plug can be fully inse rted with no part of the blades exposed. Do not connect the AC adapter unless the plug can be fully inserted with no part of the blades exposed. Do not dispose of battery pack in a re as it may explode. Never use c leaning uid or simila r chemicals. Do not spray cleaners directly[...]

CAUTION Do not use the camcorder near direct sunlight or heating equipment. This may cause a malfunction or injury. W 4 4 W Do not use the camcorder on a tripod (not supplied) in a place where it is subject to severe vibrations or impact. Do not expose the camcorder to soot or steam. Thick soot or steam could damage the camcorder case or cause a ma[...]

Do not leave the LCD screen open when not using the camcorder . Keep important data separately. Samsung is not responsible for data loss. Do not use the camcorder near strong radio waves or magnetism such as speakers and a large motor. Noise could enter video or audio that are being recorded. W 4 4 W Do not hold the camcorder by the LCD monitor whe[...]

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RE COR DIN G O P T I O N S 44 PL AYB ACK OP T I O N S 67 SY STE M S ETT I N G 79 44 Changing the me nu sett ings 45 Menu ite ms 46 iSCENE 47 V ideo Res olution 48 P hoto Res olution 49 1 6:9 Wide 50 W hite Bal ance 52 A perture 53 S hutter S peed 55 EV (Expo sure Va lue) 56 C .Nite 57 F ocus 59 A nti-Shak e(HDIS) 60 D igital E ffect 61 F ader 62 W [...]

CO NNE CTI NG T O A TV 93 DU BBI NG VID E O S 95 US ING WI TH A W I N DO WS COM PUT ER 96 TR OUB LES HOO T I N G 104 MA INT ENA NCE & A D DI TIO NAL IN FOR MAT I O N 114 SP ECI FIC ATI O N S 117 86 LCD Colo ur 87 A uto LCD Off 87 M enu Desi gn 88 T ranspare ncy 88 B eep Soun d 89 S hutter S ound 89 A uto Powe r Off 90 P C Softwa re 90 T V Displ[...]

quick start guide You can record videos in H.264 format! You can record videos in H.264 format that is convenient to email and share with your friends and family. You can also take photos with your camcorder. This quick start guide introduces the basic operation and features of your camcorder. See the reference pages for more information. 5 1. Inse[...]

quick start guide Your camcorder uses advanced H.264 compression technology to realize the clearest video quality.  page 47 1. Open the LCD screen and press the Power ( ) button to turn on the camcorder. • Set the lens cover open/close switch to open ( ). 2. Press the Recording start/stop button. • To stop recording, press the Recording star[...]

STEP3: Play back videos or photos 1. Press the MODE button to select the Play mode. • The thumbnail index view appears. The thumbnail of the latest created or played fi le is highlighted. 2. Select the Video or Photo thumbnail index view screen. • You can simply switch between video and photo thumbnail view using the zoom lever. 3. Use the Con[...]

quick start guide Viewing the videos/photos from your PC 1. Launch the Intelli-studio programme by connecting the camcorder to your PC via the USB cable. • A new file saving screen appears with the Intelli-studio main window. Click “ Yes, ” the uploading procedure will start. 2. The new files are saved to your PC and registered to “ Conte[...]

Checking your accessories Battery pack (IA-BP210E) AC power adaptor (AA-MA9 type) Audio/Video cable USB cable User manual CD Quick start guide • The exact appearance of each item may vary by model. • The contents may vary depending on the sales region. • Parts and accessories are available for purchase at your local Samsung dealer. SAMSUNG is[...]

getting to know the camcorder 1 0 1 Lens 2 MENU button 3 Control joystick (  /  /  /  /OK) , Zoom (W/T) j oystick 4 Recording start/stop button 5 LCD screen 6 Memory card/Jack cover ⓐ USB jack ( ) ⓑ Memory card slot ⓒ AV jack (AV) ⓓ CHG (charging) indicator ⓔ DC IN jack (DC IN) 7 Built-in speaker 8 Display ( ) touch button 9 L[...]

Rear View ❺ W T ❶ ❷ ❼ ❸ ❹ ❻ ❽ 1 1 1 Mode indicator : Record mode (Video/Photo) : Play mode 2 Recording start/stop button 3 Battery pack slot 1 Zoom lever ( W/T ) 2 PHOTO button 3 Grip belt 4 Grip belt hook 5 Lens cover open ( )/close ( ) switch 6 Internal microphone 7 Battery pack release switch ( BATT. ) 8 Tripod receptacle Be care[...]

1 2 1 Time Lapse REC * 2 Operati ng mode ( STBY (St andby) /  (Record ing)) 3 Time counte r (Video r ecordin g time: remainin g recor dable t ime) 4 Phot o image counte r (Total number of recordab le phot os) 5 Storage media ( Memory card or built-i n memory ( SMX-F43 /F44 on ly)) 6 Batt ery inf o. (Rem aining b attery level) 7 Phot o Resol utio[...]

1 3 Video and Photo record mode : Shortcut menu (OK Guide) 1 Quick View 2 Focus* (Auto Focus/Face Detection / Manual Focus) 3 Shortcut menu (OK Guide) / Return 4 EV (Exposure Value)* 5 iSCENE 0: 00 :0 0 [4 75 Mi n] 99 99 1. 6M STBY SCENE 1 2 3 4 5 Video and Photo record mode : Shortcut menu (Manual) 1 Manual Control Bar/ Value 2 Menu name 3 Shortcu[...]

1 4 Video Play mode : Single View 1 Video Play mode 2 Play Status ( Play (  ) / Pause ( ❙ ❙ ) / Search ( / ) / Frame-by-frame (  /  ) / Slow motion (  /  )) 3 Time code (Elapsed time / Recorded time) 4 Storage media (Memory card or built-in memory (SMX-F43/F44 only)) 5 Battery info (Remaining battery level) 6 Video Resolution 7 P[...]

1 5 Video Play mode : Single (Volume) 1 Volume Bar 2 Date/Time Display SCENE 10 0- 00 01 0: 00 :0 0/ 0: 00 :5 5 Multi View 1 2 3 4 5 Video Play mode : Shortcut menu (OK Guide) 1 Forward playback search  page 42 (Skip/Search/Slow motion/ Frame-by-frame) 2 Volume Down 3 Play (  ) / Pause ( ❙ ❙ ) 4 Reverse playback search  page 42 (Skip/S[...]

1 6 Photo Play mode : Single View 1 Photo Play mode 2 Slide Show 3 Image counter (Current image / total number of recorded images) 4 Storage media (Memory card or built-in memory (SMX-F43/F44 only)) 5 Battery info (Remaining battery level) 6 Photo Resolution 7 Protection 8 LCD Enhancer 9 File Name (File number) 10 OK Guide (Next image) 11 Shortcut [...]

1 7 This section provides information that you should know before using this camcorder: such as how to use the provided accessories, how to charge the battery, and how to setup the operation mode and initialise setup. ATTACHING THE GRIP BELT Adjust the length of grip belt so that the camcorder is stable when you press the Recording start/stop butto[...]

1 8 Battery pack insertion/ejection It is recommended you purchase one or more additional battery packs to allow continuous use of your camcorder. Inserting the battery pack 1. Insert the battery pack into the battery pack slot until it softly clicks. • Make sure that the SAMSUNG logo is facing front when the camcord er is placed as shown in the [...]

1 9 Charging the battery You can charge the battery using the AC power adaptor or USB cable. 1. Press the Power ( ) button to turn off the camcorder.  page 23 2. Insert the battery in the camcorder.  page 18 3. Open the connector cover of the unit. 4. Charge the battery using the AC power adaptor or USB cable . • The CHG (charge) lamp light[...]

VIEW W T CARD 2 0 CHECKING THE BATTERY STATE You can check the charging state and remaining battery capacity. To check the charging state The colour of the CHG lamp indicates the power or charging state. Charging state Charge Charging Fully Charged Error LED colour ( Orange ) ( Green ) ( Orange Blink ) The colour of the charging indicator shows the[...]

2 1 Available running time for the battery pack Battery Type IA-BP210E Charging time Using a AC power adaptor Approx. 180min. Using a USB cable Approx. 380min. Video Resolution 720 x 576 (50i) 640 x 480 (25p) TV Super Fine ( ) TV Fine ( ) TV Normal ( ) Web Fine ( ) Web Normal ( ) Mode Continuous recording time Approx. 250min. Playback time Approx. [...]

22 About the running time • Times measured when using the camcorder at 25˚C (77˚F). As the environmental temperature and conditions vary, the actual battery time may differ form the approximate times given in the table. • The recording and playback time will be shorter depending on the conditions under which you use your camcorder. In actual [...]

2 3 1. Open the LCD screen and press the Power ( ) button to turn on the camcorder. • Set the lens cover open/close switch to open ( ). 2. To turn off the camcorder, press the Power ( ) button. The camcorder operates the self-diag nosis function when powered on. If a warning message appears, refer to ‘ warning indicators and messages ’ (  [...]

 VIEW W T 2 4 You can switch the on-screen information display mode. Touch the Display( ) touch button. • The full and minimum display modes will alternate. USING THE DISPLAY( ) TOUCH BUTTON • Warning indicators and messages may appear depending on the recording conditions. • In the menu screen, the Display ( ) touch button will be deactiv[...]

2 5 When a subject is lit from behind, this function will compensate for lighting so that the subject is not too dark. Touch the Back Light ( ) touch button to display ( ) icon on the screen. To cancel, touch the Back Light ( ) touch button again. USING THE BACK LIGHT TOUCH BUTTON Back lighting infl uences recording when the subject is darker than[...]

2 6 The Shortcut menu (OK guide) represents the most frequently accessed functions according to the selected mode. ✪ For example: Setting EV (Exposure Value) in the Record mode using the Shortcut menu (OK guide). 1. Press the OK button in STBY m ode. • The Shortcut menu (OK guide) is displayed. 2. Move the Control joystick (  ) to select “[...]

2 7 SHORTCUT FUNCTION USING THE CONTROL JOTSTICKS Button Record ( / ) mode Play ( ) mode Menu selection Video Play ( ) mode Photo Play ( ) mode OK OK - Acc ess the sh ortcut me nu - Confirm selection - Exit the shortcut menu - Sho rtcut men u (OK guid e) is dis played - Playback / Pause Single image playback Confirms selection OK UP - iSCENE - Zo[...]

2 8 1. Open the LCD screen and press the Power ( ) button to turn on the camcorder. • The Time Zone (“ Home ”) screen appears based on London, Lisbon (Greenwich Mean Time). • You can also set the “ Time Zone: Home ” from the Settings ( ) menu.  page 82 2. Select your geographical area with Control joystick (  /  ), then press t[...]

Submenu items “English”  “ 한국어 ”  “Français”  “Deutsch”  “Italiano”  “Español”  “Português”  “Nederlands”  “Svenska”  “Suomi”  “Norsk”  “Dansk”  “Polski”  “Čeština”  “Slovensky”  “Magyar”  “Română”  “Българск[...]

30 SELECTING THE STORAGE MEDIA (SMX-F43/F44 only) • You can record on the built-in memory or a memory card, so the desired storage media needs to be selected before starting recording or playback. • You can use SD and SDHC cards on your camcorder. (Some cards are not compatible depending on a memory card manufacturer and memory card type.) • [...]

3 1 INSER TING AND R EMOVI NG A MEMOR Y CAR D (NO T SUP PLIED ) 1. Turn the camcorder off. 2. Open the memory card/jack cover as shown in the diagram. 3. Insert a memory card into the memory card slot until it softly clicks in the direction of the arrow shown in the diagram. 4. Close the cover. 1. Turn the camcorder off. 2. Open the memory card/jac[...]

3 2 Compatible memory cards • This camcorder can be used with SD (Secure Digital) and SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) cards. It is recommended to use an SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) card. SD cards up to 2GB are supported with this camcorder. Normal operation is not guaranteed with SD cards bigger than 2GB. • MMC (Multi Media Card) an[...]

33 • If you cannot use a memory card that has been used with another device, format it with your camcorder. Note that formatting erases all information on the memory card. • A memory card has a certain life span. If you cannot record new data, you have to purchase a new memory card. • A memory card is a precision electronic media. Do not bend[...]

34 • The figures in the table may differ depending on the actual recording conditions and subject. • The higher the quality and resolution, the more memory is used. • Lower resolution and quality increases the recording time, but the image quality may suffer. • The bit rate automatically adjusts to the recording image. Accordingly, the rec[...]

35 basic recording Basic procedures to record a video or photo image are described below and on the following pages. RECORDING VIDEOS PRECHECK! • Open the LCD screen and press the Power ( ) button to turn on the camcorder. • Set the appropriate storage media.  page 30 (SMX-F43/F44 only) (If you want to record on a memory card, insert a memor[...]

36 TAKING PHOTOS PRECHECK! • Open the LCD screen and press the Power ( ) button on the camcorder. • Set the appropriate storage media.  page 30 (SMX-F43/F44 only) (If you want to record on a memory card, insert a memory card.) • Select the Record ( / ) mode by pressing the MODE button.  page 24 basic recording 1. Select a subject to rec[...]

3 7  VIEW W T 1. Press the OK button in STBY mode right after your recording. • Shortcut menu (OK guide) is displayed on the LCD screen. 2. Move the Control joystick (  ) to view the most recent video (or photo) you have recorded. • After the Quick view is fi nished, your camcorder switches back to the STBY mode. • During the Quick vie[...]

38 1. Touch the SMART AUTO ( SMART AUTO ) touch button. • The SMART AUTO ( SMART AUTO ) and Anti-Shake(HDIS) ( ) icons appear on the screen at the same time. 2. Adjust the subject on the LCD screen. • The camcorder detects the subject and automatically selects a type of scene. • According to the detected type of scene, the corresponding icon [...]

39 ZOOMING  VIEW W T To zoom in Slide the Zoom lever towards T (telephoto). (Or move the Control joystick (  ) on the LCD panel.) To zoom out Slide the Zoom lever towards W (wide-angle). (Or move the Control joystick (  ) on the LCD panel.) • You can zoom with the zoom lever or the Control (W/T) button on the LCD panel. • Zoom magnifi[...]

4 0  VIEW W T basic playback • You can view recorded videos and photos in thumbnail index view and play them in various ways. In the thumbnail index view, you can directly select and display a desired image without using fast forwarding and rewinding. • This camcorder provides one combined video and photo record mode. You can easily record v[...]

4 1  VIEW W T W T T T T MODE 1. Open the LC D screen and press the Power ( ) button to turn on the camcorder.  page 23 • Set the appropriate storage media. (SMX-F43/F44 only)  page 30 (If you want to playback images on a memory card, insert a memory card.) 2. Press the MODE button to select the Play mode. • The thumbnail index view app[...]

4 2 Still playback (pause) (  / ) • Press the OK button during playback. - To resume normal playback, press the OK button again. Search playba ck ( / ) • During playback, move and hold the Control joystick (  ) for forward search, or to the left for reverse search. • Moving the Control joystick to (  /  ) repeatedly increases the [...]

43 VIEWING PHOTOS PRECHE CK! • This function works only in Photo Play ( ) mode. • You can fi nd and view desired photos quickly using the thumbnail index view. • Do not power off or eject the memory card during photo playback. Doing so may damage the recorded data. • Your camcorder may not playback the following photo fi les normally; - A[...]

44 CHANGING THE MENU SETTINGS recording options 1. Open the LCD screen and press the Power ( ) button to turn on the camcorder. 2. Press the MODE button to select the Record ( / ) mode . 3. Press the MENU button. • The menu screen appears. 4. Move the Control joystick(  /  ) to select "Aperture." • To return to the normal screen[...]

45 MENU ITEMS • Accessible items in menu vary depending on the operating mode. • For operation details, see the corresponding page. Recording menu items Items Record ( / ) mode Default value Page iSCENE ● Auto 46 Video Resolution ● TV Fine 47 Photo Resolution ● 1696x960 (16:9) 48 16:9 Wide ● On 49 White Balance ● Auto 50 Aperture ● [...]

46 iSCENE This camcorder automatically sets th e shutter speed and aperture accordin g to the subject and brightness for optimum recording. You can also specify one of various modes depending on subject conditions, recording environment or purpose of fi lming. PRECHECK! Select the Record ( / ) mode by pressing the MODE button.  page 24 1. Press[...]

4 7 • You can record a scene at fi ve resolution levels: “TV Super Fine,” “TV Fine,” “TV Normal,” “Web Fine” or “Web Normal.” However, the better the resolution is, the more memory is used. • The recording times depend on the resolution of a video to be recorded.  page 34 • Video resolution settings of “Web Fine” a[...]

48 1. Press the MENU button  Control joystick (  /  )  “Photo Resolution.” 2. Select the desired submenu item with the Control joystick (  /  ), and then press the OK button. 3. Press the MENU button to exit the menu. Photo Resolution You can select the quality of photo images to be recorded. PRECHECK! Select the Record ( / ) [...]

4 9 Submenu items items contents on-scree n display “Off” Disables the function. Displays the image in 4:3 aspect ratio. Select to use the standard display aspect ratio of 4:3 on the screen. - “On” Recording and viewing of 16:9 aspect ratio. - 1. Press the MENU button  Control joystick (  /  )  “16:9 Wide.” 2. Select the des[...]

50 White Balance This camcorder automatically adjusts the colour of the subject. You can record in natural colours depending on the subject and lighting conditions. PRECHECK! Select the Record ( / ) mode by pressing the MODE button.  page 24 1. Press the MENU button  Control joystick (  /  )  “White Balance.” 2. Select the desire[...]

5 1 To set the white balance manually 1. Select “Custom WB.” • The indicator ( ) and the message “Set White Balance.” are displayed. 2. Frame a white object such as a piece of paper so that it fi lls the screen. Use an object that is not transparent. • If the object that fi lls the screen is not focused, correct the focus using “Man[...]

5 2 Setting the aperture manually: 1. Select "Manual." 2. Adjust the aperture value with the Control joystick(  /  ). • Confi rm your selection by pressing the OK button. • Exposure value can be set between “F1.8” and “F22.” • If you set aperture to manual, the higher the aperture, the darker the recorded picture will[...]

53 1. Press the MENU button  Control joystick (  /  )  “Shutter Speed.” 2. Select the desired submenu item with the Control joystick (  /  ), and then press the OK button. 3. Press the MENU button to exit the menu. Shutter Speed The camcorder automatically sets the shutter speed depending on the scene's brightness. You ca[...]

54 Recommended shutter speed when recording: shutter speed conditions 1/50 The shutter speed is fixed at 1/50 second. Black bands that usually appear when shooting a TV screen become narrower. 1/120 The shutter speed is fixed at 1/120 second. Indoor sports such as basketball. The flickering that occurs when shooting under a florescent light or [...]

55 1. Press the MENU button  Control joystick (  /  )  “EV.” 2. Press the OK button. 3. Move the Control joystick (  /  ) to adjust the exposure while viewing the image on the LCD screen. - Exposure value can be set between “-2.0” and “+2.0” - If you set exposure to manual, the higher the exposure, the brighter the rec[...]

56 C.Nite You can adjust the shutter speed when recording a slow moving object, or record a brighter image in dark places without a compromise in colours. PRECHECK! Select the Record ( / ) mode by pressing the MODE button.  page 24 recording options 1. Press the MENU button  Control joystick (  /  )  “C.Nite.” 2. Select the desir[...]

5 7 1. Press the MENU button  Control joystick (  /  )  “Focus.” 2. Select the desired submenu item with the Control joystick (  /  ), and then press the OK button. 3. Press the MENU button to exit the menu. Focus The camcorder usually focuses on a subject automatically (auto focus). When the camcorder is turned on, auto-focus[...]

58 recording options Focusing manually during recording: This ca mcorde r autom atical ly foc uses a subjec t from close- up to infi nity. However , the correct focus m ay not be obt ained depend ing on the re cording condi tions. In thi s case , use t he man ual focus m ode. 1. Move the Control joystick (  /  ) to select “Manual Focus.”[...]

5 9 • The SMART AUTO mode automatically sets the Anti-Shake (HDIS) to On. • Gross camcorder shake may not be entirely corrected even if “ Anti-Shake (HDIS): On ” is set. Firmly hold the camcorder with both hands. • When this function is set to “ On, ” the actual movement of the subject and the movement displayed on the screen may be s[...]

60 Off Disables the function. BLK&WHT ( ) Changes the images into black and white. Sepia ( ) This mode gives the i mages a reddish brown pigment. Negative ( ) Reverses the colours and the brightness, creating the look of a negative. Art ( ) Adds artistic effects to an image. Emboss ( ) This mode creates a 3D effect (embossing). Mosaic ( ) A mos[...]

6 1 Fader You can give your recording a professional look by using special effects such as fade in at the beginning of a sequence or fade out at the end of a sequence. PRECHECK! Select the Record ( / ) mode by pressing the MODE button.  page 24 Fade in (approx. 3 seconds) Fade out (approx. 3 seconds) This function is disabled after being used on[...]

6 2 Using the Wind Cut function also removes some low-frequency sound with the wind noise. Wind Cut Using the Wind Cut function, you can reduce wind noise when recording sound from the built-in microphone. PRECHECK! Select the Record ( / ) mode by pressing the MODE button.  page 24 recording options 1. Press the MENU button  Control joystick [...]

63 • With the digital zoom, the image is digitally processed more than the intelli or optical zoom modes. As a result, the image resolution may deteriorate. • The image quality may deteriorate depending on how much you zoom in on the subject. • Maximum zooming may result in lower image quality. • The zoom range will change depending on the [...]

64 Time Lapse REC Using the time lapse feature, your camcorder can be programmed to automatically record a number of frames over a period of time or with a certain time interval between each frame. For instance, a camcorder on a tripod (not supplied) in time lapse mode could be set up to shoot frames of a fl ower opening or a bird building a nest.[...]

65 Example of Time Lapse Recording The Time Lapse Recording function records image frames at the predefi ned interval over the total recording time to produce a time-lapse video. For example, the Time Lapse Recording is useful for fi lming in the following situations: - Blooming fl owers - A bird building a nest - Clouds rolling by in the sky ?[...]

66 • Position a subject at a crosspoint of a guideline to balance the image composition. • Guidelines are not recorded. Guideline This camcorder provides 3 types of guidelines to help you to set a balanced image composition on the screen. PRECHECK! Select the Record ( / ) mode by pressing the MODE button.  page 24 recording options 1. Press [...]

6 7 MENU ITEMS • Accessible items in the menu vary depending on the operation mode. • See pages 40~43 for playback information and button operation. • See pages 67~78 for details on menu items during playback. Playback menu items Items Video Play ( ) Photo Play ( ) Default value Page Multi View Option (Thumbnail index view only)   Norma[...]

68 Multi View Option Multi View Option provides sorting thumbnails of recorded videos or photos by different display options. PRECHECK! • Press the MODE button to select the Play( ) mode. • Select the Video or Photo thumbnail index view screen.  page 40 Normal View 1/10 0:00 :55 Normal View Normal View 1/10 1/10 0:00 :55 0:00:5 5 Photo Move [...]

69 Play Option You can set a specifi c playback style according to your preference. PRECHECK! • Press the MODE button to select the Play( ) mode. • Select the Video thumbnail index view screen.  page 40 1. Press the MENU button  Control joystick (  /  )  “Play Option.” 2. Select the desired submenu item with the Control joys[...]

7 0 playback options Delete You can erase your recordings one by one, or all at once. PRECHECK! • Press the MODE button to select the Play( ) mode. • Select the Video or Photo thumbnail index view screen.  page 40 Delete Move Cancel Delete 1/10 0:00 :55 Delete Delete 1/10 1/10 0:00 :55 0:00:5 5 Delete Select Files All Files Exit Normal View [...]

7 1 Protect • You can protect saved important videos (or photos) from accidental deletion. • Protected images will not be deleted unless you release the protection or format the memory. PRECHECK! • Press the MODE button to select the Play( ) mode. • Select the Video or Photo thumbnail index view screen.  page 40 Protect Move Cancel Prote[...]

7 2 Story-Board Print This function captures 16 still images arbitrarily from the selected video and saves them into the storage media. It presents a quick overview of your video, helping you to understand the overall topic. PRECHECK! • Press the MODE button to select the Play( ) mode. • Select the Video thumbnail index view screen.  page 40[...]

7 3 W T view VIEW Using VIEW PRECHECK! • Press the MODE button to select the Play( ) mode. • Select the Video thumbnail index view screen.  page 40 Exit Stor y-Board Print Normal View 1/10 0:00 :55 Normal View Normal View 1/10 1/10 0:00 :55 0:00:5 5 Photo Move Play 1. Use the Control joystick (  /  /  /  ) to select the desired v[...]

7 4 1. Press the MENU button  Control joystick (  /  )  “Copy.” 2. Select an option by moving the Control joystick (  /  ) and then press the OK button. 3. The pop-up selection menu will appear depending on the selected menu item. In this case, select the desired item with the Control joystick (  /  ) and the OK button. [...]

7 5 Edit (Divide) You can divide a video clip as many times as you want in order to delete a section you no longer need. The videos will be divided in groups of two. PRECHECK! • Press the MODE button to select the Play( ) mode. • Select the Video thumbnail index view screen.  page 40 Exit Move Select Divide 1/10 0:00 :55 Divide Divide 1/10 1[...]

7 6 Edit (Combine) You can combine two different video clips. PRECHECK! • Press the MODE button to select the Play( ) mode. • Select the Video thumbnail index view screen.  page 40 2/9 0:01: 58 2/9 2/9 0:01 :58 0:01:5 8 Normal View Photo Move Play Combine Combine 6/10 0:01 :03 Combine Combine 6/10 6/10 0:01 :03 0:01:0 3 1 2 Cancel Move Edit [...]

7 7 Slide Show You can playback all the photos stored in the storage media automatically. PRECHECK! • Press the MODE button to select the Play( ) mode. • Select the Photo thumbnail index view screen.  page 40 Video Move Full View 1/10 1/10 1/10 Normal View 100- 0001 Slide Show Start Exit Normal View 1/10 1.6 M 100- 0001 1. Press the MENU but[...]

7 8 Slide Show Option You can enjoy a slide show with various effects. PRECHECK! • Press the MODE button to select the Play( ) mode. • Select the Photo thumbnail index view screen.  page 40 1. Press the MENU button  Control joystick (  /  )  “Slide Show Option.” 2. Select an option by moving the Control joystick (  /  /[...]

7 9 system setting MENU ITEMS ( ) You can setup the date/time, OSD language and display settings of the camcorder. Setting menu items ( ) Items Record ( / ) mode Play mode (Thumbnail index screen) Play mode (Full image display mode) Default values Page Video Photo Video Photo Storage Type *      Int. Memory 80 Storage Info   ?[...]

80 Storage Type (SMX-F43/F44 only) You can record videos (or photos) on the built-in memory or a memory card, so you should select the desired storage media before starting recording or playback. Submenu Items items contents on-screen display “Int. Memory” Select the built-in memory for storage medium. You can record or play back images on the [...]

8 1 Format Use this function if you want to delete all fi les completely or to correct problems on the storage media. Submenu Items items contents on-screen display “Int. Memory” (SMX-F43/F44 only) Formats the built-in memory. - “Card” Formats a memory card. - • Do not format the storage media on a PC or other device. Make sure to format[...]

8 2 system setting File No. File numbers are assigned to recorded fi les in the order they were recorded. Settings File No. Storage Info Format Exit STBY 0:00 :00 [475 Min] Select SCENE : When you set “File No.” to “Series.” each fi le is assigned with a different number so as to avoid duplicating fi le names. It is convenient when you w[...]

83 The times are based on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). You can se t th e d ate and ti me in “ Dat e/Ti me Set ” fr om the “Se tti ngs” menu.  page 84 Setting the clock to the local time (“Visit”) You can easily set the clock to the local time zone when travelling. 1. Move the Control joystick (  /  ) to select the “Time Zone”[...]

84 Date/Time Set By setting the date and time, you can display the date and time of the recording during playback. 1. Press the MENU button  Control joystick (  /  )  “Settings”  Control joystick (  /  / OK )  “Date/Time Set.” 2. Select the date and time infor mation, and chan ge the setting v alues by using the Cont[...]

85 Time Type You can set the display type for the time set according to the selected option. 1. Press the MENU button  Control joystick (  /  )  “Settings”  Control joystick (  /  / OK )  “Time Type.” 2. Select the desired submenu item with the Control joystick (  /  ), and then press the OK button. 3. Press th[...]

86 LCD Brightness You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen to compensate for ambient lighting conditions. LCD Colour You can change the colour impression of the screen with a variety of colour options by adjusting the red and blue colour range. 1. Press the MENU button  Control joystick (  /  )  “Settings”  Control joystic[...]

8 7 Auto LCD Off To reduce power consumption, the brightness of the LCD screen is automatically dimmed if the camcorder is idle for more than 2 minutes. 1. Press the MENU button  Control joystick (  /  )  “Settings”  Control joystick (  /  / OK )  “Auto LCD Off.” 2. Select the desired submenu item with the Control jo[...]

88 Transparency You can select the desired transparency to display the menu. 1. Press the MENU button  Control joystick (  /  )  “Settings”  Control joystick (  /  / OK )  “Transparency.” 2. Select the desired submenu item with the Control joystick (  /  ), and then press the OK button. • “0%”  “20%?[...]

89 Shutter Sound You can turn the shutter sound on or off when pressing the PHOTO button. 1. Press the MENU button  Control joystick (  /  )  “Settings”  Control joystick (  /  / OK )  “Shutter Sound.” 2. Select the desired submenu item with the Control joystick (  /  ), and then press the OK button. 3. Press t[...]

90 PC Software If you set PC Software to On, you can simply use the PC software by connecting the USB cable between the camcorder and your PC. You can download the stored video and photo images on the camcorder to your PC’s hard disk. Editing video/photo fi les is also available using the PC software. 1. Press the MENU button  Control joystic[...]

9 1 Default Set You can restore all menu settings to the default conditions. 1. Press the MENU button  Control joystick (  /  )  “Settings”  Control joystick (  /  / OK )  “Default Set.” 2. Select “Yes” if you want all the settings return to the default. • The Time Zone screen appears after all settings return [...]

9 2 Demo Demo mode automatically shows you the major functions that are included with your camcorder so that you may use them more easily. system setting Using the Demo function • The Demo mode is cancelled in the following cases: - If any butto n is operated ( Recording start /stop , PHOTO , SMART AUTO , etc. ) However, the camcorder will enter [...]

9 3 connecting to a TV VIDEO AUDIO L R VIDEO AUDIO Red Y ello w Whit e Whit e Y ello w Stereo Type Mono Type W T ON OFF MODE ON OFF W T ON OFF MODE VIDEO AUDIO L R VIEW W T CARD VIDEO AUDIO L R Normal TV Camcorder Signal fl ow Audio/Video cable Use the provided Audio/Video cable to connect the camcorder to a TV as follows: 1. Connect the provided [...]

94 C M O S 9 . 0 M E G A P I X E L S C M O S 9 . 0 M E G A P I X E L S VI EW W T C A R D VIEWING ON A TV SCREEN 1. Turn on your TV and set the TV's input selector(source) to the input the camcorder is connected to.  page 93 • The TV jacks are connected with the right cables? • Input source list is correctly set to view the playback from[...]

95 dubbing videos DUBBING TO VCR OR DVD/HDD RECORDERS You can dub images played back on your camcorder to other recording devices, such as VCRs or DVD/HDD recorders. This is a convenient way of distributing the dubbed media. Connect the device as the following way. Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet using the supplied AC power adaptor for th[...]

96 us in g wi th a Wi nd ow s co m pu te r CHECKING YOUR COMPUTER TYPE This chapter explains how to connect the camcorder to a computer using the USB cable. Check your computer type before using!!! To view your recordings on a computer, you need to check your computer type first. And then, take the steps below according to your computer type. Usin[...]

9 7 WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH A WINDOWS COMPUTER You can enjoy the following operations by connecting your camcorder to your Windows computer by using a USB cable. Main Functions • By using the built-in editing software, ‘Intelli-studio’ on your camcorder, you can enjoy the following operations. - Playing back recorded videos or photos.  page 1[...]

98 • Use the provided USB cable. • Don’t apply excessive force when inserting or extracting the USB cable into/from a USB jack. • Insert a USB after checking the direction of its insertion is correct. • We recommend using the AC power adaptor as the power supply instead of the battery pack. • When the USB cable is con nected, turn ing t[...]

99 Step 2. About the Intelli-studio main window • When the Intelli-studio starts up, thumbnails of videos and photos are displayed in the main window. The window is divided into upper and lower sections. The upper section contains video/photo thumbnails currently stored on your computer. The lower section contains thumbnails stored on your camcor[...]

1 00 Step 3. Playing back the videos (or photos) • You can play back the recordings conveniently using the Intelli-studio application. 1. Run the Intelli-studio programme.  page 98 2 . Click the desired folder to display your recordings. • Video (or photo) thumbnails appear on the screen, according the selected source. 3. Choose the video (o[...]

1 0 1 For more information about Intelli-studio use, see the Help Guide by clicking the “Help”  “Help.” Step 5. Sharing the video/photos online Share your contents with the world, by uploading photos and videos directly to a web site with one click. 1. Select the desired videos or photos to share. 2. Click ( ) on the browser. • The sel[...]

1 02 Step 1. Viewing the contents of storage media • If the “Removable Disk” window does not appear, confi rm the connection (  page 96) or repeat steps 1 and 3 again. • When the removable disk does not appear automatically, open the removable disk folder of My Computer. • If the connected camcorder’s disk drive does not open or the[...]

1 03 Structure of folders and fi les on the storage media • The folder and fi le structure for built-in memory or memory card is as follows. • Don’t arbitrarily change or remove the folder or fi le name. It may not be playable. Image format Videos • Videos are compressed in H.264 format. The fi le extension is “.MP4.” • Refer to p[...]

1 04 TROUBLESHOOTING ✪ Before contacting a Samsung authorised service centre, perform the following simple checks. They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call. Warning indicators and messages Power source Message Icon Informs that... Action Low Battery - The battery pack is almost discharged. Change to a charged one or use the A[...]

1 05 Message Icon Informs that... Action Not formatted. Format the Card? (Format the Internal Memory?) - The format of the file is not suppor ted b y thi s cam corde r. The file format is not supported. Check the supported file. Format the memory card using menu item. • • Low speed card. Please record a lower resolution. - The memory card do[...]

1 06 troubleshooting When there is condensation, put the camcorder aside for a while before using. What is condensation? Condensation occurs when a camcorder is moved to a place where the temperature differs significantly from the previous place. In other words, the water vapour in the air turns into dew because of the temperature difference, and [...]

1 0 7 Symptom Explanation/Solution The power automatically turns off. Is “Auto Power Off” set to “5 Min” ? If no button is pressed for about 5 minutes, the camcorder is automatically turned off ( “Auto Power Off” ). To disable this option, change the setting of “Auto Power Off” to “Off.”  page 89 The battery pack is almost di[...]

1 08 Storage Media Symptom Explanation/Solution Memory card functions are not operable. Insert a memory card into your camcorder properly.  page 31 If you use a memory card formatted on a computer, format it again directly on your camcorder.  page 81 • • Image cannot be deleted. You cannot delete the images protected by another device. Re[...]

1 09 Recording Symptom Explanation/Solution Pressing the Recording start/ stop button does not start r ecording. There is not enough free space to record on the the storage media. Make sure the memory card is inserted and write-protect tab is set to unlock. The internal temperature of your camcorder is unusually high. Turn off your camcorder and le[...]

1 1 0 Symptom Explanation/Solution When the screen is exposed to direct sunlight during recording, the screen turns red or black for an instant. Do not leave the camcorder with the LCD screen exposed to direct sunlight. • During recording, the date/time does not display. “Date/Time Display” to on.  page 85 • The beep sound is not heard. [...]

1 1 1 Adjusting the image during recording Symptom Explanation/Solution Focus does not adjust autom atically. Set “Focus” to “Auto.”  page 57 The recording conditions are not suitable for auto focus. Adjust the focus manually.  page 58 The lens is dusty on the surface. Clear the lens and check the focus. Recording is being made in a d[...]

1 1 2 Connecting to a computer Symptom Explanation/Solution When using the videos, a computer does not recognise your camcorder. Disconnect the USB cable from the computer and camcorder, restart the computer, then reconnect it correctly. • Cannot play a video file properly on a PC. A video codec is needed to play the file recorded on your camco[...]

1 1 3 General operations Symptom Explanation/Solution The date and time are incorrect. Has the camcorder been left unused for a long period of time? The backup built-in rechargeable battery may be discharged.  page 28 • Pressing a button will not turn on or operate the computer. Remove the battery pack or unplug the AC power adaptor, and recon[...]

1 1 4 Your camcorder is a product of superior design and craftsmanship and should be treated with care. The suggestions below will help you fulfill any warranty obligations and allow you to enjoy this product for many years. • For safekeeping of the camcorder, turn off the camcorder. - Remove the battery pack and AC power adaptor.  pages 18~1[...]

1 1 5 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Storage media • Be sure to follow the guidelines below to prevent corruption or damage to your recorded data. - Do not bend or drop the storage media, or subject it to strong pressure, jolts or vibrations. - Do not splash the storage media with water. - Do not use, replace, or store the storage media in locations that[...]

1 1 6 USING YOUR CAMCORDER ABROAD • Each country or region has its own electric and colour systems. • Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following items. • Power sources The provided AC adaptor features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 100 V to 240 V. You can use your camcorder in any countries/regions using the AC [...]

1 1 7 System Video signal Picture compression format Audio compression format Recording resolution Image device Lens Focal length Filter diameter PAL H.264/AVC Format AAC (Advanced Audio Coding) TV Super Fine (about 5.0Mbps), TV Fine (about 4.0Mbps), TV Normal (about 3.0Mbps), Web Fine (about 4.0Mbps), Web Normal (about 3.0Mbps) CCD (Charge Coupled[...]

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