Samsung Hmx F90 Users Manual

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USER
MANUAL
HMX-F90/HMX-F91
HMX-F900/HMX-F910
HMX-F920

Digital Camcorder
www.samsung.com/register
For video recording, use a memory card that supports faster write speeds.
- Recommended Memory Card: 6MB/s (Class 6) or above.

Important safety instructions
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage consisting a risk of
electric shock is present within this unit.
This symbol indicates that there are important operating and
maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying this unit.

Warning
To Reduce The Risk Of Fire Or Electric Shock, Do Not Expose This
Apparatus To Rain Or Moisture.
Caution
Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no
objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the
apparatus. To disconnect the apparatus from the mains, the plug
must be pulled out from the mains socket, therefore the mains plug
shall be readily operable.
1 Read these instructions.
2 Keep these instructions.
3 Heed all warnings.

4 Follow all instructions.

5 Do not use this apparatus near water.
6 Clean only with dry cloth.
7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with
the manufacturer’s instructions.
8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or groundingtype plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than
the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided
for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
11 Only use attachment/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury fromtip-over.
13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused
for long periods of time.

Important safety instructions
14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply 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.
15 Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no
objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the
apparatus.
16 VENTILATION:
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to
ensure reliable operation of the CAMCORDER and to protect
it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or
covered. Never place your CAMCORDER on a bed, sofa, rug, or
other similar surface: on or near a radiator or heat register. This
CAMCORDER should not be placed in a built-in installation such
as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or
the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
17 POWER SOURCES:
The CAMCORDER should be operated only from the type of
power source indicated on the label. If you are not sure of the
type of power supply at your home, consult your appliance
dealer or local power company. A CAMCORDER is intended to
be operated from battery power, or other sources, refer to the
operating instructions.
18 GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION:
This CAMCORDER may be equipped with either a polarized
2-wire AC line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the
other) or a 3-wire grounding type plug, a plug having a third

(grounding) pin. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the
outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact
your electrician to replace your outlet. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the polarized plug.
19 POWER-CORD PROTECTION:
Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely
to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against
them, paying particular attention to cords or plugs, convenient
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the unit.
20 OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING:
CAMCORDER, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded
to provide some protection against voltage surges and builtup static charges, Section 810 of the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information with respect
to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure,
grounding of the lead-in wire and supporting structure,
grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of
the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding
to conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection
to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding
electrode. See figure below.

ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
GROUND
CLAMP

ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)

NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

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Important safety instructions
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.
22 POWER LINES:
An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity
of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits
where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing
an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to
keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with
them might be fatal.
23 OVERLOADING:
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can
result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
24 OBJECTS AND LIQUIDS:
Never push objects of any kind into this CAMCORDER through
openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short
out a part that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never
spill liquids of any kind onto the CAMCORDER. Should spillage
occur, unplug unit and have it checked by a technician before
use.
25 SERVICING:
Do not attempt to service this CAMCORDER yourself. Opening
or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or
other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

26 DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE:
Unplug this CAMCORDER from the wall outlet and refer servicing
to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects have fallen into the
CAMCORDER.
c. If the CAMCORDER has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the CAMCORDER does not operate normally by following the
operating instructions, adjust only those controls that are covered
by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will often require extensive
work by a qualified technician to restore the CAMCORDER to its
normal operation.
e. If the CAMCORDER has been dropped or the cabinet has been
damaged.
f. When the CAMCORDER exhibits a distinct change in
performance, this indicates a need for service.

27 REPLACEMENT PARTS:
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service
technician has used replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer and having the same characteristics as the original
part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock
or other hazards.
28 SAFETY CHECK:
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this CAMCORDER,
ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine
that the CAMCORDER is in safe operating order.
29 To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do
not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
30 If this power supply is used at 240V ac, a suitable plug adaptor
should be used.

Important safety instructions
USER INSTALLER CAUTION:

Your authority to operate this FCC certified equipment could be voided if
you make changes or modifications not expressly approved by this party
responsible for compliance to part 15 FCC rules.

NOTE:
Hg LAMP(S) INSIDE THIS PRODUCT CONTAIN MERCURY AND MUST BE
RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL, STATE OR
FEDERAL LAWS. For details see lamprecycle.org, eiae.org, or call 1-800Samsung (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
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate”.

NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC
Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help and for
additional suggestions. The user may find the following booklet prepared
by the Federal Communications Commission helpful: “How to Identify and
Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems.” This Booklet is available from
the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402, Stock No.
004-000-00345-4.

FCC Warning
The user is cautioned that changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions;
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.

Before reading this user manual
SAFETY WARNINGS

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON USE

What the icons and signs in this user manual mean:
Safety Icon

Meaning
There is a potential risk of death or serious injury.

WARNING

CAUTION

There is a potential risk of personal injury or damage to the
product.
To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or personal
injury when using your camcorder, follow these basic safety
precautions.
Here are hints or page number references you will find helpful
when you operate the camcorder.
Settings required before using a function.

These warning signs are here to prevent injury to you and others.
Please follow them explicitly. After reading this section, keep it in a
safe place for future reference.

PRECAUTIONS
Warning!
• When using the AC power adaptor with your camcorder, connect the
adaptor to an outlet with protective grounding.
• Do not expose the camcorder battery to direct sunlight, heaters,
radiators, fire, or any source of excessive heat.

Caution
If you replace the battery with the wrong battery, you can cause an
explosion. Replace only with the same battery or an equivalent type.

If you plug the AC power adaptor into a 240V AC outlet, be sure to use a
suitable plug adaptor.

About this user manual
Thank you for purchasing this Samsung Camcorder. Please read
this user manual carefully before you use the camcorder and keep
it handy for future reference. Should your camcorder fail to operate
correctly, refer to Troubleshooting. pages 93~102

This User Manual covers models HMX-F90, HMX-F91,
HMX-F900, HMX-F910, and HMX-F920.
• Illustrations of model HMX-F90 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.
• Designs and specifications of the camcorder and other
accessories are subject to change without notice.
• Before using the camcorder, read the Safety information carefully
and then use the product properly.
• Samsung is not responsible for any injury or damage caused by
not following the instructions in the user manual.
• In this manual, a ‘memory card’ or ‘card’ means an SD, SDHC,
or SDXC memory card.
• In this user manual’s function description tables, the icon shown
in the on-screen display column will appear on the screen when
you set the corresponding function.
Example: 720X480/60p (16:9) - Video Resolution Submenu
item  page 53
Item
720X480/60p
(16:9)

Use

On-screen
display

Records in 720x480 (60p) resolution
with 16:9 aspect ratio.

If you set the video resolution to 720X480/60p (16:9), the
corresponding icon (
) will appear on the screen.

Before reading this user manual
The following terms are used in this manual:
• ‘Scene’ refers to the point where you press the [Recording
start/stop] button to start recording until you press it again to
stop recording.
• The terms ‘photo’ and ‘still image’ are used interchangeably with
the same meaning.

Before using this camcorder
• This camcorder records video in H.264 (MPEG4/AVC) format.
• You can play back and edit the video recorded by the
camcorder on a personal computer using the internal
software of this camcorder.
• Please note that this camcorder is not compatible with other
digital video formats.
• Before recording important video, make a trial recording.
Play back your trial recording to make sure the video and audio
have been recorded properly.
• Recorded contents may be lost due to a mistake when handling
this 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.
Protect your important recorded data by copying the files to
a PC. We also recommend you copy it from your PC to other
recording media for storage. Refer to the software installation and
USB connection guide.
• Copyrights: Please note that this camcorder is intended for
individual use only.
Data recorded on the storage media in this camcorder using
other digital/analog media or devices is protected by the
Copyright Act and cannot be used without permission of the
owner of the copyright, except for personal enjoyment. Even if
you record an event such as a show, performance, or exhibition
for personal enjoyment, we strongly recommend that you obtain
permission beforehand.

Notes regarding trademarks
• All the trade names and registered trademarks mentioned in this
manual or other documentation provided with your Samsung
product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective holders. Furthermore, ‘TM’ and ‘®’ are not mentioned in
each case in this manual.
• SD, SDHC and SDXC logos are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC.
• Microsoft®, Windows®, Windows Vista®, Windows® 7, and
DirectX® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of the
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
• Intel®, Core™, Core 2 Duo®, and Pentium® are the registered
trademarks or trademarks of the Intel Corporation in the United
States and other countries.
• AMD and Athlon™ are either registered trademarks or
trademarks of AMD in the United States and other countries.
• Macintosh, Mac OS are either registered trademarks or trademarks
of Apple Inc. in the United States and/or other countries.
• YouTube is a trademark of Google Inc.
• Flickr is a trademark of Yahoo.
• Facebook is a trademark of Facebook Inc.
• Twitter is a trademark of Twitter Inc.
• Picasa is a trademark of Google Inc.
• Adobe, the Adobe logo, and Adobe Acrobat are either registered
trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the
United States and/or other countries.
• HDMI, the HDMI logo and the term
"High Definition Multimedia Interface"
are trademarks or registered
trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
Proper recording etiquette
• Do not record videos or photos of people without their
authorization or consent.
• Do not record videos or photos in forbidden recording places.
• Do not record videos or photos in private places.

Safety information
The safety precautions illustrated below are to prevent personal injury or material damages. Heed all instructions carefully.
WARNING
Means that there is a potential
risk of serious personal injury.

Prohibited action.

Do not touch the product.

CAUTION
Means that there is a potential
risk of personal injury or damage
to the product.

Do not disassemble the product.

Unplug from the power supply.

This precaution must be
followed.

WARNING

Using the camcorder at temperatures
over 60˚C (140˚F) may result in
fire. Keeping the battery at a high
temperature may cause an explosion.

Do not allow water, metal, or
inflammable material to enter the
camcorder or power adaptor. Doing
so may pose a fire hazard.

No sand or dust! Fine sand or dust
entering the camcorder or power
adaptor could cause malfunctions or
defects.

Do not aim the camcorder directly
into the sun. Doing so could cause
eye injuries, as well as lead to
malfunctioning of internal parts of the
product.

Do not bend the USB cable or damage
the power adaptor by pressing on it
with a heavy object. There is a risk of
fire or an electric shock.

Do not disconnect the adaptor by
pulling on its USB cable, as this could
damage the cable.

Do not overload outlets or extension
cords as this may result in abnormal
heat or fire.

No oil! Oil entering the camcorder or
power adaptor could cause electric
shock, malfunctions or defects.

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Do not use the power adaptor if it
has damaged, split or broken cords
or wires. Doing so may cause fire or
electric shock.

Do not connect the power adaptor
unless the plug can be fully inserted
with no part of the blades exposed.

Do not dispose of the battery in a fire
as it may explode.

Never use cleaning fluid or similar
chemicals to clean the camcorder.
Do not spray cleaners directly on the
camcorder.

Keep the camcorder away from water
when using it near the beach or pool
or when it rains. There is a risk of a
malfunction or an electric shock.

Keep the used lithium battery or
memory card out of the reach of
children. If the lithium battery or
memory card is swallowed by a child,
consult a physician immediately.

Do not plug or unplug the power
adaptor with wet hands. There is a risk
of electric shock.

Keep the power adaptor unplugged
when not in use or during lightning
storms. There is a risk of fire.

Unplug the power adaptor before you
clean it. If you leave it plugged in, there
is a risk of a malfunction or an electric
shock.

If the camcorder emits an abnormal
sound or smell, or smokes, unplug
the power adaptor immediately and
request service from a Samsung
service center. There is a risk of fire or
personal injury.

If the camcorder malfunctions,
immediately detach the power adaptor
or battery from the camcorder.
There is a risk of fire or injury.

Do not attempt to disassemble, repair,
or modify the camcorder or the power
adaptor. There is a risk of fire or an
electric shock.

Safety information
CAUTION

Do not drop or expose the camcorder,
battery, power adaptor or other
accessories to severe vibrations or
impact. This may cause a malfunction or
injury.

Do not use the camcorder on a tripod
(not supplied) in a place where it is
subject to severe vibrations or impact.

Do not use the camcorder near direct
sunlight or heating equipment. This may
cause a malfunction or injury.

Do not leave the camcorder in a closed
vehicle for a long time where the
temperature is very high.

Do not expose the camcorder to soot
or steam. Thick soot or steam could
damage the camcorder case or cause a
malfunction.

Do not use the camcorder near dense
exhaust gas generated by gasoline or
diesel engines, or corrosive gas such
as hydrogen sulphide. Doing so may
corrode the external or internal terminals,
disabling normal operation.

Do not expose the camcorder to
insecticide. Insecticide entering the
camcorder could cause the product
to fail to operate normally. Turn the
camcorder off and cover it with vinyl
sheet, etc. before using insecticide.

Do not expose the camcorder to sudden
changes in temperature or high humidity.
There is also a risk of defect or electric
shock when using outdoors during
lightning storms.

Do not place the camcorder down on
the open LCD screen.

Do not wipe the camcorder body with
benzene or thinner. The exterior coating
could peel off or the case surface could
deteriorate.

Do not leave the LCD screen open when
not using the camcorder.

ICIDE
INSECT

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.

Safety information

Do not hold the camcorder by the LCD
screen when lifting it. The LCD screen
could detach and the camcorder may
fall.

Do not use the camcorder near a TV or
radio. Interference from the camcorder
could cause noise on the TV or in the
radio broadcast.

Do not use the camcorder near
sources of strong radio waves or
magnetic fields such as speakers
and large motors. Noise from these
sources could distort the video or
audio you are recording.

Use Samsung-approved accessories
only. Using products from other
manufacturers may cause overheating,
fire, explosion, electric shock or
personal injuries caused by abnormal
operation.

Place the camcorder on a stable
surface that is well ventilated.

Keep important data separately.
Samsung is not responsible for data
loss.

Only plug the power adaptor plug into
a socket that is easily accessible. If any
problem occurs with the product, you
must pull the plug out of the socket
to disconnect the power completely.
Turning off the power button on
the product does not turn off the
camcorder completely.

Other manufacturers of optional
accessories compatible with this
camcorder are responsible for their
own products. Use the optional
accessories according to the safety
instructions. Samsung is not
responsible for any malfunction, risk of
fire, electric shock, or damages
caused by using unauthorized
accessories.

Contents
Before reading this user manual........................ 2
SAFETY WARNINGS...................................................................... 2
PRECAUTIONS.............................................................................. 2
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON USE............................................ 2

Safety information............................................. 4
Quick start guide............................................ 10
Getting to know the camcorder....................... 13
unpacking.................................................................................... 13
LOCATION OF CONTROLS.......................................................... 14
IDENTIFIYING THE SCREEN DISPLAYS....................................... 16

Getting started............................................... 19
INSERTING/EJECTING THE BATTERY......................................... 19
CHARGING THE BATTERY.......................................................... 20
CHECKING THE BATTERY STATE............................................... 21

Basic operation of the camcorder.................... 24
TURNING YOUR CAMCORDER ON/OFF..................................... 24
SWITCHING TO THE POWER SAVING MODE............................. 24
SETTING THE DATE/TIME FOR THE FIRST TIME......................... 25
SETTING THE OPERATION MODES............................................ 26
SWITCHING THE INFORMATION DISPLAY MODE....................... 26
USING THE SHORTCUT MENU (OK GUIDE)................................ 27
SELECTING THE LANGUAGES.................................................... 29

Getting ready to start recording....................... 30
8

INSERTING AND EJECTING A MEMORY CARD
(NOT SUPPLIED).......................................................................... 30
SELECTING A SUITABLE MEMORY CARD (NOT SUPPLIED)....... 31

RECORDABLE TIME AND CAPACITY.......................................... 33
ATTACHING THE STRAP.............................................................. 34
ADJUSTING THE LCD SCREEN................................................... 34

Basic recording.............................................. 35
RECORDING VIDEOS.................................................................. 35
RecordING pause/RESUME ........................................................ 36
TAGGING AND CAPTURING GREAT MOMENTS WHILE
RECORDING (MY CLIP FUNCTION)........................................... 37
RECORDING PHOTOS................................................................. 38
RECORDING WITH EASE FOR BEGINNERS (SMART AUTO)....... 39
Zooming in/out............................................................................. 40
USING THE BACK LIGHT BUTTON.............................................. 41

Basic playback............................................... 42
CHANGING THE PLAYBACK MODE............................................ 42
PLAYING BACK VIDEOS.............................................................. 43
PLAYING BACK My Clip............................................................. 45
USING THE SMART BGM FUNCTION.......................................... 45
TAGGING and capturing great moments while playing back
video............................................................................................ 46
VIEWING PHOTOS....................................................................... 47
ZOOMING DURING PHOTO PLAYBACK...................................... 48

Using the menu items..................................... 49
HANDLING MENUS..................................................................... 49
MENU ITEMS............................................................................... 50

Advanced recording....................................... 52
iSCENE........................................................................................ 52
Video Resolution.......................................................................... 53
Photo Resolution.......................................................................... 54

Contents
White Balance.............................................................................. 54
Face Detection............................................................................. 56
EV (Exposure Value)...................................................................... 57
C.Nite........................................................................................... 58
Focus........................................................................................... 58
Anti-Shake(HDIS).......................................................................... 60
Digital Special Effect..................................................................... 61
Zoom Type................................................................................... 62
Cont. Shot.................................................................................... 63
Time Lapse REC.......................................................................... 64
Guideline...................................................................................... 66

Auto Power Off............................................................................. 79
PC Software................................................................................. 79
Format.......................................................................................... 80
Default Set.................................................................................... 80
Language..................................................................................... 80
Open source licenses................................................................... 80

Advanced playback........................................ 67

Dubbing videos.............................................. 84

Thumbnail View Option................................................................. 67
PlayOption ................................................................................... 68
Smart BGM Option....................................................................... 68
Delete........................................................................................... 70
Delete My Clip.............................................................................. 71
Protect......................................................................................... 72
Share Mark .................................................................................. 73
Slide Show................................................................................... 74
File Info......................................................................................... 74

Other settings................................................. 75
Storage Info.................................................................................. 75
File No.......................................................................................... 75
Date/Time Set.............................................................................. 76
Date/Time Display........................................................................ 76
LCD Brightness............................................................................ 77
Auto LCD Off................................................................................ 77
Beep Sound................................................................................. 78
Shutter Sound.............................................................................. 78

Connecting to a TV......................................... 81
Connecting to a high definition TV with HDMI............................... 81
CONNECTING TO A REGULAR TV.............................................. 82
VIEWING ON A TV SCREEN......................................................... 83

DUBBING TO VCR OR DVD/HDD RECORDERS.......................... 84

Using with a windows computer...................... 85
WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH A WINDOWS COMPUTER................ 85
USING THE Intelli-studio PROGRAM............................................ 86
Upload your videos directly to YouTube!....................................... 90
USING AS A REMOVABLE STORAGE DEVICE............................. 91

Troubleshooting.............................................. 93
WARNING INDICATORS AND MESSAGES.................................. 93
Symptoms and solutions.............................................................. 96

Maintenance & additional information............. 103
MAINTENANCE.......................................................................... 103
USING YOUR CAMCORDER ABROAD...................................... 104
GLOSSARY................................................................................ 105

Specifications............................................... 106

Quick start guide
This quick start guide introduces the basic operation and features of your camcorder. See the reference pages for more information.

STEP 1: Get ready

STEP 2: Record videos and photos

Insert the battery into the battery slot. page 19

Open the LCD screen and press the [Power ( )] button to turn
on the camcorder.
• Set the [Lens cover open/close] switch to open ( ).
page 15

Charge the battery fully. page 20

2
3

Insert a memory card. page 30

To record videos, press the [Recording start/stop] button or,
to record photos, press the [PHOTO] button. pages 35, 38

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[Recording
start/stop]
button

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[Recording
start/stop]
button

Quick start guide
STEP 3: Play back videos or photos

Viewing on a TV

Viewing videos or photos on the LCD screen

You can enjoy detailed, brilliant quality videos on a connected TV.
pages 81~83

You can find recordings quickly by using the thumbnail view.

CARD

Press the [MODE] button to select the playback (

Select the video or photo thumbnail view by using the [Zoom]
lever.

Use the [Control (Up/Down/Left/Right)] button to select a
desired video or photo, and then press the [Control (OK)]
button.

) mode.

STEP 4: Save recorded videos / photos
Using the Intelli-studio program built in to your camcorder, you can
import videos and photos into your computer and edit or share
the videos and photos with your friends and family. For details, see
pages 86~89.

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Photo

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CARD

Play

Quick start guide
Importing and viewing videos/photos to your PC from
the camcorder

Start the Intelli-studio program by connecting the camcorder to
your PC with a USB cable.
• A new file saving screen appears with the Intelli-studio main
window. Click Yes, and the uploading procedure starts.
Any new files are saved to your PC and registered to
Contents Manager in the Intelli-studio program.
• You can arrange the files by different criteria such as Face,
Date, Location, etc.
Contents Manager

Saved files in your PC

Sharing videos/photos on Web sites
Share your contents with the world by uploading photos and
videos directly to a web site with a single click.
Click the Share ( )  Upload tab on the Intelli-studio browser.
page 89
Intelli-studio runs automatically when you connect the
camcorder to a Windows computer (if you have set PC
Software: On).  page 79

STEP 5: Delete videos or photos
If the camcorder’s storage media is full, you cannot record new
videos or photos. Delete videos or photos you have saved to your
computer from the camcorder’s storage media. Then you can
record new videos or photos on newly freed up space.
[MODE] button  Playback (
Delete page 70

Folders directory on your PC

Double-click the file you would like to play back.

) mode  [MENU] button 

Getting to know the camcorder
unpacking

Check your accessories

Your new camcorder comes with the accessories shown on this
page. If any of these items is missing from your box, call Samsung’s
Customer Care Center.

Model name

Internal memory

Lens

HMX-F90
HMX-F91
HMX-F900
HMX-F910
HMX-F920

52x (Optical),
70x (Intelli),
130x (Digital)

• Although the models have some features that are different, they
operate in the same way.
• The exact appearance of each item may vary by model.
• The contents may vary depending on the sales region.
• You can purchase parts and accessories after consulting with your
local Samsung dealer. SAMSUNG is not responsible for reduced
battery life time or malfunctions caused by any unauthorized use of
accessories such as the power adaptor or the batteries.
• A memory card is not included. See page 31 for memory cards
compatible with your camcorder.

Battery
(IA-BP105R: AD43-00201A)
(IA-BP210R: AD43-00200A)

Power adaptor
(AD44-00196A)

Audio/Video cable
(AD39-00184A)

Quick start guide
(AD68-07573A)

USB cable
(AD39-00169A)

Optional accessories

Micro HDMI cable
(AD39-00179A)

Carrying case
(AD69-00929A)

External battery charger
(IA-BC9UA4)

Memory card/
Memory card adaptor

Getting to know the camcorder
LOCATION OF CONTROLS
Front & Left

10 11

Lens

MENU button

Control (Up/Down/Left/Right/OK) button /
Zoom (T/W) button

Recording start/stop button

LCD screen

Memory card/Jack cover
ⓐ USB jack ( )
ⓑ Memory card slot ( )
ⓒ AV jack ( )
ⓓ CHG (charging) indicator
)
ⓔ HDMI jack (

Internal speaker

Display (

Recording pause/resume (

Back light (

SMART AUTO (

Power ( ) button

2
3
4

) button
) button

ⓐⓑⓒⓓ ⓔ

) button / SMART BGM button
) button / Share ( ) button

Getting to know the camcorder
Right/Top & Bottom

Rear

1
2

6
3

8
1

Mode indicator
: Recording mode (Video/Photo)
: Playback mode

PHOTO / My Clip button

Recording start/stop button

Strap

Battery slot

Strap hook

Lens cover open (

Internal microphone

Battery release switch (BATT.)

Tripod receptacle

MODE button

Zoom lever (T/W)

) /close (

) switch

Be careful not to cover the internal microphone and lens during
recording.

Getting to know the camcorder
IDENTIFIYING THE SCREEN DISPLAYS
The available functions vary depending on the selected operation mode. Different indicators appear depending on the setting values.
• The On Screen Display (OSD) below appears when the camcorder is in the recording (
) mode. page 26
• Press the [MODE] button to select the recording (

) mode only.

Video and Photo recording mode
STBY

0:00:00

[220Min]

1 Sec/ 24 Hr

9999

Left of the LCD screen
Indicator
/

1/60

STBY /  /

+0.3
0:00:00 [220Min]

JAN/01/2013 12:00AM
• This camcorder provides one combined
video and photo recording mode. You can
easily record videos or photos in the same
mode without having to change it.
• The on-screen indicators are based on a 16GB
SDHC memory card.
• The settings of functions marked with a are
lost when the camcorder turns off.
• For enhanced performance, the display
indications and their order are subject to change
without prior notice.
• The total number of recordable photos is based
on the available space on the storage media.
• The maximum number the photo counter can
display is 9,999.

9999

Meaning

Indicator

Meaning

Recording mode (Video/Photo)

Storage media (memory card)

Operating status (standby/
recording/pause/photo capturing)
Time counter (video recording
time, remaining recordable time)

Battery info.
(remaining battery level)
,

Photo Resolution, Video Resolution

iSCENE / Smart Auto

Anti-Shake (HDIS)

Time Lapse REC

Back light

My Clip

Continuous shot

Photo image counter
(total number of recordable photos)

Face Detection

White Balance
Manual focus

1/60

C.Nite

+0.3

EV (Exposure Value)
Zoom (optical zoom / intelli zoom
/ digital zoom)
Digital Special Effect

Right of the LCD screen

JAN/01/2013 12:00AM Date/Time Display

Getting to know the camcorder
• The On Screen Display (OSD) below appears in the video playback (
) mode only.
) mode. page 26
• Press the [MODE] button to select the playback (

Video playback mode: Thumbnail view
Top of the LCD screen

Normal
0:00:55

1/10

Indicator

Meaning

Center of the LCD screen
Indicator
0:00:55

Recorded time

Storage media (memory card)

1/10

Current video / total number of
recorded videos

Battery info
(remaining battery level)
Photo

Move

Protect
Share Mark

Play

Bottom of the LCD screen
Indicator

My Clip
Error file

Meaning

Indicator

Meaning

Indicator
Share Mark

Playback status (playback/pause/
search)
Time code (elapsed time /
0:00:00/0:00:55
recorded time)
/ /

100-0001

Storage media (memory card)
Battery info
(remaining battery level)
PlayOption
Video Resolution

Meaning
My Clip

Video playback mode

Thumbnail View

Meaning

Video playback mode

Protect
Shortcut menu

Bottom of the LCD screen
Indicator

Meaning
Button guide

100-0001

File name (file number)

Getting to know the camcorder
• This On Screen Display (OSD) below appears in the photo playback (
) mode only.
) mode. page 26
• Press the [MODE] button to select the playback (

Photo playback mode: Thumbnail view
Top of the LCD screen

Normal
1/10

Indicator

Meaning
Photo playback mode

Center of the LCD screen
Indicator
1/10

Meaning
Current photo / total number of
recorded photos

Storage media (memory card)
Protect

Battery info
(remaining battery level)
Movie

Move

Play

Error file

Bottom of the LCD screen
Indicator

Meaning

Scroll bar

Button guide

Photo playback mode: Single view
Top of the LCD screen

1/10

Indicator

1/10

Thumbnail View

100-0001

Meaning

Photo playback mode

Protect

Slide Show

Shortcut menu

Current photo / total number of
recorded photos
Storage media (memory card)
Battery info
(remaining battery level)

Indicator

Photo Resolution

Bottom of the LCD screen
Indicator

Meaning
Button guide

100-0001

File name (file number)

Getting started
INSERTING/EJECTING THE BATTERY
To insert the battery
Insert the battery into the battery slot until it softly clicks.
• Make sure that the SAMSUNG logo on the battery is facing you
when the camcorder is placed as shown in the figure.

To eject the battery

Gently push the [Battery release (BATT.)] switch in the direction
shown in the figure to eject the battery.

Push down, and then lift the battery out in the direction shown in
the figure.

[Battery release (BATT.)] switch

•
•
•
•

Use only Samsung-approved batteries. Do not use batteries from other manufacturers. Otherwise, there is a danger of overheating, fire, or explosion.
Samsung is not responsible for the problems caused by unapproved batteries.
Remove the battery from the camcorder when the camcorder is not in use.
We recommend you purchase one or more additional batteries to allow continuous use of your camcorder.

Getting started
CHARGING THE BATTERY

Insert the battery into the camcorder. page 19

You can charge the battery with the USB cable and power adaptor.

Open the jack cover of the camcorder.

Charge the battery using the USB cable and power adaptor.
• The CHG (charge) indicator lights up and charging starts.
When the battery is fully charged, the charging (CHG)
indicator turns green. page 21

Make sure that you use the supplied USB cable or power adapter
to charge the battery. If you use any other power adapter for the
camcorder, it will not work properly or the battery may not be
charged. It may also cause an electric shock or result in a fire.

To charge the battery with the power adaptor

CARD

To charge the battery by connecting to a PC

CARD

• Charging the battery at low temperature may take longer or the
battery may not charge fully (The green indicator will not turn on).
• Make sure that there are no foreign substances on the plug or in the
socket when you connect the power adaptor to the camcorder.
• When using the power adaptor, place it close to the wall outlet. If
you experience a malfunction while using the camcorder, separate
the power adaptor immediately from the wall outlet.
• Do not use the power adaptor in a tight space, such as between
furnishings.
• Make sure to turn off the camcorder before disconnecting the power
adaptor. Otherwise, you can damage the storage media or data.
• When recording indoors with a wall outlet available, it is convenient to use
the power adaptor instead of the battery.
• We recommend you charge the battery in a place with an ambient
temperature between 50˚F and 86˚F (10°C~30°C).
• If the camcorder is turned on, the battery will still charge, but more
charging time will be needed. We recommend you keep the camcorder
turned off while it charges.
• You cannot operate the camcorder using USB power only. Use the
power adaptor or battery to power the camcorder.
• If you use the camcorder while you are charging the battery, charging
may take longer.
• An AC plug adaptor is required in some foreign countries. If you need
one, purchase it from your distributor.

Getting started
CHECKING THE BATTERY STATE

Battery level display

You can check the charging state and remaining battery capacity.

To check the charging state

The battery level display shows the amount of battery power
remaining in the battery.

The color of the CHG lamp indicates the charging state.

STBY

[220Min]
9999

Battery Level
Indicator
CAR
D

State

Message

Fully charged

75%~50%

50%~25%

25%~5%

Charging (CHG) lamp
Charging
state
LED color

Charging
(Orange)

Fully charged
(Green)

Error
(Orange blink)

less than 5%

Exhausted (flickers): The device will soon turn off.
Charge the battery as soon as possible.

The device will be forced to turn off after 3 seconds.

Low
battery

The figures above are based on a fully charged battery at normal
temperature. Low ambient temperature may affect the use time.

Getting started
Available charging and running time for the battery
Battery Type

IA-BP105R

IA-BP210R

To charge the battery with the power adaptor

approx. 160 min.

approx. 300 min.

To charge the battery by connecting to a PC

approx. 160 min.

approx. 300 min.

Charging time
Resolution

Continuous recording time

approx. 100 min.

approx. 80 min.

approx. 200 min.

approx. 160 min.

Playback time

approx. 200 min.

approx. 400 min.

• Charging time: Approximate time in minutes required to fully charge a completely exhausted battery.
• Recording/Playback time: Approximate time available when you have fully charged the battery.
• The time is only for reference. 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.
• We recommend using the power adaptor when using the Time Lapse REC function.

Continuous Recording (without zoom)
The continuous recording time shows the available recording time
when you record without using any other function after recording
starts.
The battery may discharge 1.5 times faster than this reference if you
use the record start/stop, the zoom, and the playback functions.
Prepare additional batteries with the expectation that the actual
recording time is about 60% of the times listed above.

Using an AC power source
We recommend that you use the power adaptor to power the
camcorder from a household AC outlet when recording and playing
back the camcorder indoors. The connection is the same as that for
battery charging. page 20
• The charging time will vary depending on the amount of charge left in
the battery.
• Depending on your PC specifications, the charging time can be
prolonged.

Getting started
About the battery
• Battery properties
A lithium-ion battery is small-sized and has a high capacity. Low
ambient temperature (below 50ºF (10ºC)) may shorten its usage
time and affect its function. Before recording in low temperatures,
put the battery into your pocket to warm it, then install it in the
camcorder.
• Make sure to store the battery separately after use.
- A small amount of battery power is consumed when the
battery is stored in the camcorder even if the camcorder
power is off.
- The battery may be completely discharged, if it has been
installed and left in the camcorder for a long period of time.
If this occurs, the battery may not fully operate even if you
charge it.
- If the battery is not used for a long time, fully charge the
battery and then, using your camcorder, drain the charge
completely. Do this once every 3 months to keep the battery
functioning properly. To store the battery, remove it from your
camcorder and put it in a cool, dry place.
• Charge an extra battery before using the camcorder
outdoors in cold temperatures.
- The cold temperature may shorten the length of time you can
use the battery before needing to recharge it.
- Carry the supplied USB cable and power adaptor to charge
the battery while travelling.

• Check whether the battery terminal is damaged if the battery
falls or is dropped.
- If you install a battery with the damaged terminal into the
camcorder, you can damage the camcorder.
• Remove the battery and the memory card from the
camcorder and disconnect the power adaptor after use.
- Store the battery in a stable, cool, and dry place.
(Recommended temperature : 59ºF~77ºF (15ºC~25ºC),
recommended humidity: 40%~60%)
- Temperatures that are too high or too low shorten the battery
lifetime.
- The battery terminals can become rusty or malfunction if the
battery is stored in a smoky or dusty location.
• Recycle or dispose of your dead batteries properly.
• The battery lifetime is limited.
- Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated
use. If decreased usage time between charges becomes
significant, it is probably time to replace the battery with a new
one.
- Each battery’s life is affected by storage, and operating and
environmental conditions.

Basic operation of the camcorder
TURNING YOUR CAMCORDER ON/OFF

SWITCHING TO THE POWER SAVING MODE

If you need to use camcorder for the extended time, the following
functions enable you to prevent unnecessary energy consumption.

Open the LCD screen and press the [Power ( )] button to turn
on the camcorder.
• Set the [Lens cover open/close] switch to open ( ).
To turn off the camcorder, press the [Power ( )] button.

Sleep mode
The camcorder switches to the sleep mode when the LCD screen
is closed, and then, if idle for more than 20 minutes, the camcorder
turns off. However, if Auto Power Off: 5 Min is set, the camcorder
turns off in 5 minutes.
If you open the LCD screen during sleep mode, the sleep mode
ends and the camcorder returns to the last operation mode used.
LCD screen is closed

LCD screen

Power( ) button

The camcorder operates the self-diagnosis function when powered on.
If a warning message appears, refer to ‘warning indicators and
messages’ (pages 93~95) and take corrective action.

When using this camcorder for the first time

After 20 minutes

When you use your camcorder for the first time or reset it, the Date/
Time Set screen appears at start-up.
Set the date and time. page 25

• The power saving mode does not work in the following situations:
- While recording, playing back, or displaying a slide show.
- When the LCD screen is opened.
• The camcorder consumes less battery power in the power saving
mode. However, if you plan to use the camcorder for an extended
time, we recommend you turn off the camcorder by pressing the
[Power ( )] button when not using it.

Basic operation of the camcorder
SETTING THE DATE/TIME FOR THE FIRST
TIME

Internal rechargeable battery

You can set the date and time of your local area when you turn on
this camcorder for the first time.

• Your camcorder includes a internal rechargeable battery that retains the
date and time settings even after the power is turned off.
• Once this battery is depleted, the current date/time values are all reset
to defaults, and you need to recharge the internal rechargeable battery.
The date/time must be set again.

Charging the internal rechargeable battery
• The internal battery is always recharged while your camcorder is
connected to the power adaptor or while the battery is attached.
• If you do not connect the camcorder to power adaptor or do not attach
the battery for about 48 hours, the internal battery fully discharges. If
this occurs, charge the internal battery by connecting to the supplied
USB cable and power adaptor for 12 hours.

Open the LCD screen and press
the [Power ( )] button to turn on
the camcorder.
• The Date/Time Set screen
appears.

Date/Time Set

Month

Day

Year

Min

JAN

2013

Move

Select the date and time
information, and change the setting values by using the [Control
(Up/Down/Left/Right)] button.

Make sure the clock is correctly set, and then press the [Control
(OK)] button.
• The year can be set up to 2037.
• Set Date/Time Display to On. page 76
• After setting, the date and time are automatically recorded on a
special data area of the storage media.

Basic operation of the camcorder
SETTING THE OPERATION MODES
You can switch the operation mode in the following order each time
you press the [MODE] button.
)  Playback mode ( )
Recording mode (
• Each time the operation mode changes, the respective mode
indicator light turns on.

Mode

Indicator

Functions

SWITCHING THE INFORMATION DISPLAY
MODE
You can switch the on-screen information display mode.
Press the [Display (

)] button.

• The full and minimum display modes will alternate.

STBY

[220Min]

STBY

9999

Recording
mode

To record videos or photos.

Playback
mode

To play back videos or photos.

This camcorder provides one recording mode for both video and photo
recordings. You can easily record videos or photos in the same mode
without having to switch modes.

• Warning indicators and messages may appear depending on the
recording conditions.
)] button will be deactivated.
• In the menu screen, the [Display (

Basic operation of the camcorder
USING THE SHORTCUT MENU (OK GUIDE)

The shortcut menu (OK guide) contains the most frequently
accessed functions for the selected mode. Pressing the [Control
(OK)] button will display the shortcut menu of frequently used
functions on the LCD screen.
An example: Setting EV (Exposure Value) in the recording mode
using the shortcut menu (OK guide).

Press the [Control (Left)] button to
select EV function.
• Press the [Control (Left/Right)]
button to adjust the exposure
while viewing the image on the
LCD screen.
Press the [Control (OK)] button to
confirm your selection.
• Press the [Control (OK)] button
to exit the shortcut menu.
• The exposure value setting is
applied and the indicator ( )
and setting value appear.

STBY

[220Min]
9999

EV
0.0

STBY

[220Min]
9999

+1.0

• The shortcut menu (OK guide) cannot be used in the SMART AUTO
mode.
• The example above shows how to set EV in the recording mode
using the shortcut menu. The setting procedure could be different for
other menu items.
• The shortcut menu appears briefly. The shortcut menu reappears
when you press the [Control (OK)] button.

Press the [Control (OK)] button in
STBY mode.
• The shortcut menu (OK guide)
appears.

STBY

[220Min]
9999

Basic operation of the camcorder
Controlling the shortcut functions using the control buttons
Button

Recording (

) mode

Playback (
Video playback (

) mode

) mode
Photo playback (

) mode

Menu selection

Confirms selection
OK

- Access the shortcut menu
-C
onfirm selection
-E
xit the shortcut menu

- Access the shortcut menu
- Playback / Pause

- Access the shortcut menu
- Playback zoom

- iSCENE
- Zoom (tele)

Increases the volume

Moves the cursor up

- Focus
- Zoom (wide)

Decreases the volume

Moves the cursor
down

- Search playback RPS (Reverse
Playback Search) rate:
x2→x4→x8→x16
- Previous skip playback

Previous image

Moves to the previous
menu

Face Detection

- Search playback FPS (Forward
Playback Search) rate:
x2→x4→x8→x16
- Next skip playback

Next image

Moves to the next
menu

DOWN

LEFT

RIGHT

Basic operation of the camcorder
SELECTING THE LANGUAGES
You can select the language that appears on the LCD screen.

1
2

Press the [MENU] button 
[Control (Left/Right)] button 
Settings.
Press the [Control (Up/Down)]
button to select Language, and
then press the [Control (OK)]
button.

STBY

[220Min]

Settings
Format
Default Set
Language

Exit

STBY

[220Min]

Settings

Press the [Control (Up/Down)]
button to select the desired OSD
language, and then press the
[Control (OK)] button.

Format
Default Set

English
한국어
Français

Language

Exit

Press the [MENU] button to exit the menu.
• The OSD language appears in the selected language.
• Language options may be changed without prior notice.
• The selected language remains even if you remove the battery.
• The date and time format may change depending on the language
you selected.

Getting ready to start recording
INSERTING AND EJECTING A MEMORY CARD (NOT SUPPLIED)

CAR

CAR
D

To insert a memory card

To eject a memory card

Turn the camcorder off.

Open the memory card cover as shown in the figure.

Insert the memory card into the card slot until it softly clicks.
• Make sure that the camcorder is placed as shown above and
the terminal portion of the card is facing up.

Gently push the memory card to eject it.

Pull the memory card out of the memory card slot and close the
cover.

Close the cover.

• To avoid data loss, turn off the camcorder by pressing the [Power ( )] button before inserting or ejecting the memory card.
• Be careful not to push the memory card too hard. The memory card may suddenly pop out.
• If you eject the memory card from the camcorder while it is on, the camcorder turns off.

Your camcorder supports only SD, SDHC, and SDXC cards.
Card compatibility with this camcorder may vary depending on the card manufacturer and type.

Getting ready to start recording
SELECTING A SUITABLE MEMORY CARD
(NOT SUPPLIED)
Compatible memory cards
• You can use SD, SDHC, and SDXC cards with this camcorder.
We recommend you use an SDHC card. This camcorder
supports SD cards up to 2GB. We cannot guarantee normal
operation with SD cards bigger than 2GB.
• MMC (Multi Media Card) and MMC Plus are not supported.
• Compatible memory card capacity:
- SD: 1GB~2GB
- SDHC: 4GB~32GB
- SDXC: ~up to 64GB
• When you use unauthorized memory cards, the camcorder can
not record videos correctly and your recordings may be lost.

Usable memory card
Terminals
Protection tab

SD
(1GB~2GB)

SDHC
(4GB~32GB)

SDXC
(Up to 64GB)

• The memory cards released after this camcorder was released
may not be compatible with the camcorder.

Using the memory card adaptor

• To ensure stable recording and playback, use 6MB/s (Class 6) or
higher memory cards.

To use a micro memory card with a computer or a card
reader you must attach it to or insert it into an adaptor.

• SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards have a mechanical writeprotection switch. Setting the switch prevents accidental erasure
of files recorded on the card. To enable writing, move the switch
up in the direction of the terminals. To set write protection, move
the switch down.
• SDHC/SDXC cards are a higher version of SD memory cards and
support higher capacities than SD memory cards.
• SD cards can be used with current SD enabled host devices.

Getting ready to start recording
Handling a memory card
• Damaged data may not be recoverable. We recommend you
make a back-up of important data separately on the hard disk of
your PC.
• Turning the power off or removing a memory card during an
operation such as formatting, deleting, recording, and playback
may cause data loss.
• If you modify the name of a file or folder stored in the memory
card with your PC, your camcorder may not recognize the
modified file.
• The memory card does not support any data recovery mode.
Therefore, care should be taken to prevent the memory card from
being damaged while recording.
• Make sure to format the memory card on this camcorder. If the
memory card had been formatted by a PC or other device, using
it on this camcorder without re-formatting may cause trouble
with recording and/or playback. Samsung is not responsible for
damage to recorded contents caused by improper formatting.
• You have to format newly-purchased memory cards, memory
cards with data that your camcorder cannot recognize, or cards
with data saved by other devices. Note that formatting erases all
data on the memory card. Erased data cannot be recovered.
• A memory card has a certain life span. If you cannot record new
data, you have to purchase a new memory card.
• Do not bend, drop, or subject the card to strong impacts.
• Do not place foreign substances on the memory card terminals.
Use a soft dry cloth to clean the terminals if required.
• Do not paste anything other than the label provided with the card
on the label pasting area of the card.
• Do not use a damaged memory card.

• Be careful to keep the memory card out of the reach of children,
who might swallow it.

The camcorder supports SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory
cards, giving you a wider choice of cards!
The data storage speed of cards may differ, depending on the
manufacturer and production system.
• SLC (single level cell) system: faster write speed enabled.
• MLC (multi level cell) system: only lower write speed is
supported.
For best results, we recommend using a memory card that
supports a faster write speed.
Using a lower write speed memory card for recording video may
cause difficulties when storing.
You may even lose your video data during the recording. In an
attempt to preserve every bit of the recorded video on a low
speed card, the camcorder forcibly stores the video on the
memory card and displays a warning:
Low speed card. Please record at a lower resolution.
If you are unavoidably using a low speed memory card, the
resolution and quality of the recording may be lower than the
value you set. page 53
The higher the video 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 avoid data loss that
can be caused by moving the card or by static electricity.
• After a period of use, the memory card may get warm. This is normal
and is not a malfunction.

Getting ready to start recording
RECORDABLE TIME AND CAPACITY
Recordable time available for video

Resolution

Storage media capacity
1GB

2GB

4GB

8GB

1280X720/30p

110

16GB 32GB 64GB
220

440

890

720X480/60p (16:9)

110

220

440

890

720X480/60p (4:3)

110

220

440

890

(Unit: Approximate minutes of recording)

Recordable number of photos
Resolution

Storage media capacity
1GB

2GB

4GB

8GB

• Your recordable time and capacity and recordable number of photos
may differ from the figures in the tables depending on your subject
and actual recording conditions.
• The higher the resolution, the more memory is used.
• Lower resolution increases the recording time, but the image quality
may suffer.
• The bit rate automatically adjusts to the recording image.
Accordingly, the recording time may vary.
• Memory cards bigger than 64GB may not operate normally.
• The recording length of a Time Lapse REC may vary depending on
settings.
• A memory card that is used to store a video can have un-writable
areas, which may result in reduced recording time and free memory
space.
• The maximum continuous recording time is under 20 minutes. The
maximum video file size is 1.8GB. When a video recording time is
more than 20 minutes or a video file exceeds 1.8GB, a new video file
is created automatically.
• The maximum number of recordable photo and video files is 9,999,
respectively.
• Resolutions marked with are the resolutions of photos you record
when you set video resolution to 720X480/60p (4:3).

16GB 32GB 64GB

1696x954 (16:9)

1,650 3,290 6,630 9,999 9,999 9,999 9,999

1280x720 (16:9)

2,270 4,550 9,160 9,999 9,999 9,999 9,999

1600x1200 (4:3)

1,520 3,030 6,110 9,999 9,999 9,999 9,999

800x600 (4:3)

2,990 5,970 9,999 9,999 9,999 9,999 9,999

(Unit: Approximate number of images)
1GB ≒ 1,000,000,000 bytes : Actual formatted capacity may be
less as the internal firmware uses a portion of the memory.

Getting ready to start recording
ATTACHING THE STRAP

ADJUSTING THE LCD SCREEN

Adjust the length of strap so that the camcorder is stable when you
press the [Recording start/stop] button with your thumb.

The wide LCD screen on your camcorder offers high quality image
viewing.

If you adjust the strap too tightly and use excessive force to insert your
hand, the strap hook of the camcorder may be damaged.

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° backwards. To view recordings more conveniently, rotate
the screen by 180° towards the lens, and then fold it back to
the body.

Excessive rotation may damage the connective hinge between the
screen and the camcorder.

• When the LCD screen is rotated by 150°~180°, the left and right
sides of the subject are shown in reverse, which produces a
horizontally flipped image.
• Remove fingerprints or dust on the screen with a soft cloth.
• To adjust the LCD brightness, see page 77.

Basic recording
RECORDING VIDEOS

Set the desired resolution before recording. page 53
• Insert a memory card. page 30
• Open the Lens cover by using the [Lens cover open/close]
switch. page 15
• Press the [Power ( )] button to turn on the camcorder.
• Select the recording (
) mode by pressing the [MODE]
button. page 26

This camcorder features two [Recording start/stop] buttons. One
is on the rear side of the camcorder and the other is on the LCD
screen. Select the one that works best for you.

Select a subject to record.
• Adjust the LCD screen to the
best angle for recording.
• Use the [Zoom] lever or [Zoom]
button to adjust the size of the
subject. page 40

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[220Min]
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Press the [Recording start/stop] button.
• The recording () indicator appears and recording starts.

To stop recording, press the [Recording start/stop] button
again.
• If power is interrupted or an error occurs during recording, the video
may not be recorded.
• Samsung is not responsible for any damage caused by a failure of
normal recording or playback operations caused by memory card
error.
• Note that damaged data cannot be recovered.
• Do not turn off the camcorder or remove the memory card while
accessing the storage media. Doing so may damage the storage
media or the data in the storage media.

Basic recording
• For on-screen information display, see pages 16~18.
• For approximate recording times, see page 33.
• Eject the battery when you have finished recording to prevent
unnecessary battery power consumption.
• For various functions available when you record videos, see pages
52~66.
• During recording, some button operations are unavailable. ([MODE]
button, [MENU] button, etc.)
• Sound is recorded from the internal stereo microphone on the
top-front of the camcorder. Take care that this microphone is not
blocked.
• Before recording an important video, make sure to test the recording
function to check if there is any problem with the audio or video
recording.
• You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen in the menu
options. Adjusting the LCD screen does not affect the image being
recorded. page 77
• You cannot use a locked memory card for recording. You will see a
message saying recording is disabled due to the lock.
• Recording videos in a quiet environment increases microphone
sensitivity. This increased sensitivity may cause the microphone
to record surrounding ambient noise. The increased microphone
sensitivity may also cause the camcorder to record the noise the
zoom mechanism makes if you use the zoom while recording.
• When you record indoors or in the dark places, ISO sensitivity is
automatically adjusted. In very dark places, the ISO adjustment
can cause interference effects on images and prevent you from
recording these images correctly. We recommend you use a
professional, infrared camcorder when recording in dark places or at
night.
• An image can be blurred when the Anti-Shake(HDIS) function is
enabled and the camcorder is mounted on a tripod or fixed in place.
Release the Anti-Shake(HDIS) function when the camcorder is
mounted on a tripod.

RecordING pause/RESUME
The camcorder allows you to pause temporarily while recording a
video. With this function, you can record separate scenes as a single
video.

Press the [Recording start/stop]
button.
• The recording () indicator
appears and recording starts.

0:01:24

[220Min]
0005

Stop
Resume
Press the [Recording pause/
resume ( )] button.
• The recording pauses and the indicator ( ) appears.
• To continue the recording, press the [Recording pause/
resume ( )] button.

• If you connect your camcorder to a PC using a USB cable when
recording is paused, the camcorder will connect to the PC after it
saves the video it has recorded up to the pause.
• If you remove the memory card when the camcorder is in Pause
mode, the camcorder turns off the power and will not save any of the
video it has recorded.

Basic recording
TAGGING AND CAPTURING GREAT
MOMENTS WHILE RECORDING
(MY CLIP FUNCTION)

Understanding My Clip function
Captured photos are saved in the photo thumbnail view.

My Clip lets you tag good scenes with the My Clip icon ( ) by
pressing the [PHOTO] button while you are recording a video, and
then lets you extract those clips from the video and watch them
separately. The camcorder also captures photos at the same time.
During a video
recording

You can extract and play back the scenes tagged as
‘My Clip’( ) from a video. page 45

Press the [Recording start/stop] button.
• The recording () indicator appears and recording starts.

Press the [PHOTO] button at each
great moment while recording.
• The camcorder tags the scenes
as My Clip ( ) and captures
photos at the same time.

To stop recording, press the
[Recording start/stop] button again.

[220Min]
0005

• The camcorder can tag up to 5 moments as ‘My Clip’ and capture
up to 5 photos while recording a video.
• When you use the My Clip function, the camcorder tags the scene
so that it starts 3 seconds before you pressed the [PHOTO] button
and ends five seconds after you pressed the [PHOTO] button.
• Photos are captured in the video recording resolution.
• When you use time lapse recording, the My Clip function does not
operate.
• You can also tag any scenes in a video by pressing the [PHOTO]
button during video playback. page 46
• The captured photos are not recorded if an error occurs during
video recording or the camcorder does not complete recording
successfully.

Basic recording
RECORDING PHOTOS
Set the desired resolution before recording. page 54
• Insert a memory card. page 30
• Open the Lens cover by using the [Lens cover open/close]
switch. page 15
• Press the [Power ( )] button to turn on the camcorder.
• Select the recording (
) mode by pressing the [MODE]
button. page 26

Center the subject in the LCD
screen.

Fully press the [PHOTO] button.
• The shutter sound is heard
(when Shutter Sound: On is
set).
• To continue capturing, wait until the current photo is
completely saved on the storage media.
Do not turn off the camcorder or remove the memory card when taking
photos as it may damage the storage media or data.

Select a subject to record.
• Adjust the LCD screen to the best angle for capturing.
• Use the [Zoom] lever or [Zoom] button to adjust the size of
the subject. page 40

• This camcorder provides one combined video and photo
recording mode. You can easily record videos or photos in the
same mode without having to change it.
• The recordable number of photos varies depending on the photo
resolution. page 33
• Audio is not recorded when you take photos.
• For the on-screen display information, see pages 16~18.
• You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen in the menu
options. Adjusting the LCD screen does not affect the image being
recorded. page 77
• For various functions available during recording, see pages 52~66.
• Photo files conform to the DCF (Design rule for Camera File system)
standard, established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information
Technology Industries Association).

Basic recording
RECORDING WITH EASE FOR BEGINNERS
(SMART AUTO)

Scene icons

Meaning
Appears when recording a night scene.

User-friendly SMART AUTO optimizes your camcorder for the
recording conditions automatically, providing you with the best
performance.

Appears when recording with a very bright background.
Appears when recording indoors.
Appears when recording a close-up.
Appears when recording a landscape.
Appears when recording a portrait.
Appears when recording a portrait outdoors at night.

Press the [SMART AUTO] button.
• The SMART AUTO (
) and
Anti-Shake(HDIS) (
) icons
appear on the screen at the same
time.

STBY

[220Min]
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Center the subject in the LCD
screen.
• The camcorder automatically detects the scene (Landscape,
etc.) and adjusts the camcorder settings accordingly.
• The appropriate scene icon appears on the LCD screen.

Press the [Recording start/stop] button or [PHOTO] button.
pages 35, 38

To cancel the SMART AUTO mode, press the [SMART AUTO]
button again.
• The SMART AUTO (
) and Anti-Shake(HDIS) (
) icons
disappear from the screen.
• When there is no detected scene, the (
) icon appears.
• The camcorder may not detect the Portrait mode when recording a
face, depending on the position of the face or brightness.
• Depending on conditions such as lighting, shaking of the camcorder,
or distance to the subject, the camcorder may detect the image you
see on the LCD screen as a different scene type each time you apply
SMART AUTO.
• The Portrait and Night portrait modes work only when Face
Detection is set to On. page 56
• Buttons unavailable during SMART AUTO operation:
[MENU] button, [Control (OK)] button, etc. Most settings are
automatically adjusted in SMART AUTO mode. To set or adjust
functions on your own, release the SMART AUTO mode first.
• SMART AUTO must be set before recording.

Basic recording
Zooming in/out

W: Wide-angle

T: Telephoto

Use the zoom function for close-up or wide-angle recording. This
camcorder allows you to record using 52x optical power zoom, 70x
Intelli-zoom and 130x digital zoom.

To zoom in (T)
Slide the [Zoom] lever towards [T] (telephoto).
(Or press the [Control (Up)] button on the LCD screen.)
• The distant subject is gradually magnified.

To zoom out (W)
Slide the [Zoom] lever towards [W] (wide-angle).
(Or press the [Control (Down)] button on the LCD screen.)
• The subject gets smaller and further away.
• The smallest zoom ratio is the subject’s original size in the zoomout.

• Zoom magnification over 70x is done through digital image
processing, and is therefore called digital zoom. Digital zooming is
possible up to 130x. page 62
• To maintain sharp focus, the minimum possible distance between
the camcorder and subject is about 1cm (about 0.39 inch) for wideangle and 1m (about 39.4 inches) for telephoto.
• Optical zoom preserves image quality, but the image quality may
suffer when you use digital zoom.
• Fast zooming or zooming in a subject that is a good distance away
may cause the camcorder to focus slowly. If this occurs, use Focus:
Manual. page 58
• We recommend you use Anti-Shake(HDIS) for handheld recording
when the subject is zoomed in and enlarged.
• Frequent use of the zoom function consumes more power.
• If you zoom when recording, the camcorder may record the sound
of the [Zoom] lever or [Zoom] button operating.
• When you use the zoom function, you can decrease its speed by
slowly moving the [Zoom (T/W)] lever. Moving the lever quickly
increases the zoom speed. However, you cannot use the [Zoom
(T/W)] button on the display to adjust the zoom speed.
• When Video Resolution is set to 1280x720/30p, the Intelli Zoom
function does not operate.

Basic recording
USING THE BACK LIGHT BUTTON
When a subject is lit from behind, this function compensates for
lighting so that the subject is not too dark.

Press the [Back light (
between On and Off.

)] button to toggle the back light mode

Back lighting influences recording when the subject is
darker than the background:
•
•
•
•
•

The subject is in front of a window.
The subject is against a snowy background.
The subject is outdoors and the background is overcast.
The light sources are too bright.
The person to be recorded is wearing white or shiny clothes and
is placed against a bright background.
• The person’s face is too dark to distinguish his/her features.

Basic playback
CHANGING THE PLAYBACK MODE
• You can switch to the playback mode by pressing the [MODE] button.
• The recorded videos or photos appear in thumbnail view and the most recently created file is highlighted.
• The camcorder selects the thumbnail display options based on the standby mode you used the last time. However, you can choose the
video or photo thumbnail view display options by using the [Zoom] lever.
Understanding how to change the operation modes
You can easily change the playback mode by using the buttons as shown in the following figures:

STBY

[220Min]
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