Samsung Hmx S10 Users Manual

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2015-01-23

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User Manual
High Definition Digital Camcorder
www.samsung.com/register
HMX-S10BN/HMX-S15BN/HMX-S16BN
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SAFETY WARNINGS
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 reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when
using your camcorder, follow these basic safety precautions.
Means hints or referential pages that may be helpful when operating the
camcorder.
PRECHECK 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 adapter with your camcorder, connect the adapter to an
outlet with protective grounding.
• Do not expose the camcorder battery to direct sunlight, heaters, radiators, fire, or any
other source of excessive heat.
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 adapter into a 240V AC outlet, be sure to use a suitable plug adapter.
before reading this user manual
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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.
This User Manual covers HMX-S10,
HMX-S15, and HMX-S16 models.
The HMX-S15 and HMX-S16 have a
32GB, and a 64GB built-in storage media
(SSD) respectively with a built-in WIFI
module but also use memory cards.
The HMX-S10 models do not have
built-in storage media (SSD) and use
memory cards. Although some features
of HMX-S10 models are different, they
operate in the same way.
Illustrations of model HMX-S10 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 any notice.
In this user manual, the icon or symbol in
the parenthesis appearing in a description
of a submenu item indicates it will
appear on the screen when setting the
corresponding item.
Ex) Submenu item of “iSCENE” page 61
- “Sports” ( ): Recording people
or objects in motion. (If set, the
corresponding icon ( ) will appear
on the screen.)
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The following terms are used in this
manual:
• ‘Scene’ refers to the point where you
press the Record Start/Stop button to
start recording until you press again to
pause the recording.
• The terms ‘photo’ and ‘still image’ are
used interchangeably with the same
meaning.
This camcorder records video in H.264
(MPEG4 part10/AVC) format and in
High Definition Video (HD-VIDEO) or
Standard Definition Video (SD-VIDEO).
You can play back and edit the video
recorded by the camcorder on a
personal computer with the built-in
software in 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 shall not be
responsible for compensation for damages
due to the loss of recorded contents.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON USE
Before using this camcorder
About this user manual
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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, it is strongly recommended
that you obtain permission beforehand.
We recommended you use the camcorder
at least once a month to maintain its
performance and life.
Check the image resolution before
developing photos.
Make sure to check all functions of the
camcorder before recording to prevent
recording failure.
This wireless equipment may have radio
interference in operation so it cannot
support life safety services.
For Open Source licenses information,
refer to the “Opensource-S10.pdf” in the
provided CD-ROM.
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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, “™” and “®” are not
mentioned in each case in this manual.
The SD logo is a trademark. The SDHC
logo is a trademark.
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.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition
Multimedia Interface are trademarks or
registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
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.
Wi-Fi®, the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo, and the
Wi-Fi logo are registered trademarks of
the Wi-Fi Alliance.
DLNA and DLNA logo are trademarks of
the Digital Living Network Alliance.
AllShare ™ is a Samsung’s trademark.
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Notes regarding trademarks
before reading this user manual
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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 grounding-type 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 from tip-
over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
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.
important safety instructions
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.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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.
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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 built-up 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.
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.
important safety instructions
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
GROUND
CLAMP
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
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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.
31. This product is covered by one or more of the
following U.S. patents:
5,060,220 5,457,669 5,561,649 5,705,762
5,987,4176,043,912 6,222,983 6,272,096
6,377,524 6,377,5316,385,587 6,389,570
6,408,408 6,466,532 6,473,7366,477,501
6,480,829 6,556,520 6,556,521
6,556,5226,578,163 6,594,208 6,631,110
6,658,588 6,674,6976,674,957 6,687,455
6,697,307 6,707,985 6,721,2436,721,493
6,728,474 6,741,535 6,744,713
6,744,9726,765,853 6,765,853 6,771,890
6,771,891 6,775,4656,778,755 6,788,629
6,788,630 6,795,637 6,810,2016,862,256
6,868,054 6,894,963 6,937,552
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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
1-800-Samsung (7267864)
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.
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.”
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The safety precautions illustrated below are to prevent personal injury or material damages.
Heed all instructions carefully.
WARNING
No sand or dust! Fine sand or
dust entering the camcorder or
AC power adaptor could cause
malfunctions or defects.
Do not bend the powercord
or damage the AC power
adaptor by pressing on it with a
heavy object. There may be a risk
of fire or electric shock.
Do not use the AC adaptor if it has
damaged, split or broken cords or
wires. Doing so may cause fire or
electric shock.
No oil! Oil entering the camcorder
or AC power adaptor could cause
electric shock, malfunctions or
defects.
Do not disconnect the AC adaptor
by pulling on its power-cord, as this
could damage the power-cord.
Do not allow water or metal and
inflammable matter to enter the
camcorder or AC power adaptor.
Doing so may pose a fire hazard.
Do not overload outlets or
extension cords as this may
result in abnormal heat or fire.
Using the camcorder at
temperatures over 60Ⳅ(140ⳅ)
may result in fire. Keeping the
battery at a high temperature
may cause an explosion.
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.
Prohibited action. Do not touch the product.
Do not disassemble the
product.
This precaution must be kept.
Unplug from the power supply.
WARNING
Means that there is a potential
risk of serious personal injury.
CAUTION
Means that there is a potential
risk of personal injury or
damage to the product
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Do not connect the AC adaptor unless
the plug can be fully inserted with no
part of the blades exposed.
Do not dispose of battery in a fire
as it may explode.
Never use cleaning fluid or similar
chemicals. Do not spray cleaners
directly on the camcorder.
Do not attempt to disassemble,
repair, or modify the camcorder or
the AC adaptor to avoid a risk of
fire or electric shock.
Keep the camcorder away from
water when used near the beach or
pool or when it rains. There is a risk
of malfunction or electric shock.
If the camcorder malfunctions,
immediately detach the AC adaptor
or battery from the camcorder.
There is a risk of fire or injury.
Keep the power-cord unplugged
when not in use or during lightning
storms. There is a risk of fire.
Do not plug or unplug the power
cord with wet hands. There is a risk
of electric shock.
When cleaning the AC adaptor,
unplug the power-cord. There is
a risk of malfunction or electric
shock.
If the camcorder makes an
abnormal sound, or smell or
smokes, unplug the power-cord
immediately and request service
from a Samsung service center.
There is a risk of fire or personal
injury.
Keep the used lithium battery or
memory card out of the reach
of children. If the lithium battery
or memory card is swallowed
by children, consult physician
immediately.
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CAUTION
Do not press the surface of the
LCD with force, or hit it with a sharp
object. If you push the LCD surface,
display unevenness may occur.
Do not use the camcorder in direct
sunlight or near heating equipment.
The heat may cause a malfunction
or injury.
Do not use the camcorder near dense
exhaust gas generated by gasoline
or diesel engines, or corrosive gas
such as hydrogen sulphide. Doing so
may corrode the external or internal
terminals, disabling normal operation.
Do not place the camcorder with
the open LCD screen down
Do not use the camcorder on a
tripod (not supplied) in a place
where it is subject to severe
vibrations or impact.
Do not leave the LCD screen open
when not using the camcorder.
Do not expose the camcorder to
soot or steam. Thick soot or steam
could damage the camcorder case
or cause a malfunction.
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 wipe the camcorder
body with benzene or thinner.
The exterior coating could peel
off or the case surface could
deteriorate.
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
insecticide. Insecticide entering the
camcorder can cause the camcorder
to operate abnormally. Turn the
camcorder off and cover it with vinyl
sheet, etc. before using insecticide.
Do not drop or expose the
camcorder, battery, AC adaptor
or other accessories to severe
vibrations or impact. This may
cause a malfunction or injury.
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safety information
Do not use the camcorder near a
TV or radio. This could cause noise
on the TV screen or the radio.
Do not hold the camcorder by the
LCD monitor when lifting it. The
LCD screen could detach and the
camcorder may fall.
Do not use the camcorder near
sources of strong radio waves or
magnetism such as speakers or
a large motor. Noise from these
sources can distort the video or
audio you are recording.
Keep important data separately.
Samsung is not responsible for
data loss.
Place the camcorder on a stable
surface that is well ventilated.
Use Samsung-approved accessories
only. Using products from other
manufacturers may cause
overheating, fire, explosion, electric
shock or personal injuries caused by
abnormal operation.
Only use the adaptor plug in 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
completely disconnect the power.
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QUICK START GUIDE
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GETTING TO KNOW THE CAMCORDER
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GETTING STARTED
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BASIC OPERATION OF THE CAMCORDER
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FIRST TIME SETTINGS
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GETTING READY TO START RECORDING
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BASIC RECORDING
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11 What’s included with your camcorder
12 Location of controls
14 Using the remote control
16 Identifying the screen displays
20 Attaching/detaching the battery
21 Charging the battery
22 Checking the battery state
25 Turning your camcorder on/off
26 Switching to the power saving mode
27 Setting the operation modes
27 Using the display( ) button
28 Using the touch panel
29
Setting the time zone and date/time for the first time
30 Selecting the languages
31 Selecting the storage media (HMX-S15/S16 only)
32 Inserting / ejecting a memory card (Not supplied)
33 Selecting a suitable memory card (Not supplied)
35 Recordable time and capacity
36 Attaching the grip belt
36 Adjusting the LCD screen
37 Basic camcorder positioning
37 Attaching the ferrite core
38 Recording videos
40 Capturing photos during video recording
41 Recording photos
42 Recording with ease for beginners (Smart auto)
43 Capturing photos while playing back videos
44 Zooming
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Setting the anti-shake (OIS: optical image stabilizer)
46 Using back light compensation mode
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47 Using the flash
48 Using the manual dial
49 Changing the playback mode
50 Playing back videos
53 Viewing photos
55 Handling menus and quick menus
57 Menu items
60 Quick menu items
61 iSCENE
62 Resolution
63 Slow Motion
64 White Balance
65 ISO
66 Aperture
67 Shutter
68 EV
69 Super C.Nite
70 Focus
71 Face Detection
72 Magic Touch
73 Metering
73 xvYCC
74 Digital Effect
75 Fader
76 Tele Macro
77 Cont. Shot
77 Wind Cut
78 Zoom MIC
79 Voice Reduction
79 MIC Level
80 Digital Zoom
80 Self Timer
81 Time Lapse REC
83 Play Option
83 Background Music
84 Highlight
85 VIEW
86 Story-board Print
86 Slide Show Start
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BASIC PLAYBACK
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USING THE MENU ITEMS
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ADVANCED RECORDING
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ADVANCED PLAYBACK
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87 Slide Show Music
87 Slide Show Interval
88 Slide Show Effect
88 File Info
89 LCD Brightness
89 LCD Enhancer
90 Guideline
90 Date/Time Display
91 TV Type
91 TV Display
92 HDMI TV Out
92 Auto LCD Off
93 Remote
93 PC Software
94 USB Connect
94 TV Connect Guide
95 Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)
96 Storage Type (HMX-S15/S16 only)
96 Storage Info
97 Format
97 File No.
98 Time Zone
98 Date/Time Set
99 Date Type
99 Time Type
100 Beep Sound
100 Shutter Sound
101 Auto Power Off
102 Quick On STBY
103 Manual Dial
103 REC Lamp
104 Default Set
104 Language
105 Demo
106 Deleting a section of a video (partial delete)
107 Dividing a video
108 Combining videos
109 Protection from accidental erasure
110 Deleting files
111 Copying files (HMX-S15/S16 only)
SYSTEM SETTING
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EDITING VIDEO CLIPS
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FILE MANAGEMENT
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WIRELESS NETWORK CONNECTION AND
CONFIGURATION (HMX-S15/S16 ONLY)
112
USING THE WIRELESS NETWORK
(HMX-S15/S16 ONLY)
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CONNECTING TO A TV
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DUBBING VIDEOS
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PRINTING PHOTOS
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USING WITH A WINDOWS COMPUTER
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TROUBLESHOOTING
MAINTENANCE & ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION
SPECIFICATIONS
112 Auto connecting to a network
114 Manual network connection
115 Device information
116 Playing videos/photos on the TV screen
117 Sharing the videos/photos
118 Saving the videos/photos to a PC
119 Transferring videos and photos between other
devices
121 Connecting to a high definition TV with HDMI
123 Connecting to a regular TV
124 Viewing on a TV screen
125 Dubbing to a VCR or DVD/HDD recorder
126 Direct printing with a PictBridge printer
128 What you can do with a windows computer
129 Using the intelli-studio program
133 Using as a removable storage device
135 Warning indicators and messages
141 Symptoms and solutions
150 Maintenance
151 Using your camcorder abroad
152 Specifications
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quick start guide
This quick start guide introduces the basic operation and features of your camcorder. See the
reference pages for more information.
You can record videos in H.264 format!
You can record videos in H.264 format that are convenient to email and share with your friends
and family. You can also take photos with your camcorder.
STEP1: Get ready
1. Attach the battery to the camcorder. page 20
Align the battery grooves with the battery
compartment, and then slide the battery into
place in the direction of the arrow.
2. Charge the battery fully. page 21
The battery is fully charged when the CHG
(charging) indicator light turns green.
3. Insert a memory card. page 32
You can use commercially available SDHC (SD
High Capacity) or SD memory cards with this
camcorder.
Set the appropriate storage media. page 31
(HMX-S15/S16 only)
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STEP2: Record with your camcorder
Zoom button
Recording start/stop button
LCD screen
Your camcorder turns on when you open the LCD screen.
MODE button
PHOTO button
Mode indicator
Zoom lever
Recording start/stop button
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Your camcorder uses advanced H.264
compression technology give you the
clearest video quality.
1. Open the LCD screen.
Your camcorder turns on when
you open the LCD screen.
2. Select the Video record ( ) mode by
pressing the MODE button.
3. Press the Recording start/stop
button.
To stop recording, press the
Recording start/stop button.
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1. Open the LCD screen.
2. Select the Photo record ( ) mode by
pressing the MODE button.
3. Press the PHOTO button lightly to
adjust the focus, then press it fully (a
shutter click sounds).
quick start guide
Recording videos Recording photos
Your camcorder is compatible with H.264 format “1080/60i (SF)” which provides highly
detailed, beautiful images.
The default setting is “1080/60i (SF)”. You can also record with SD (standard definition)
video quality.
You can also take photos in the Video record mode. page 40
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When you close the LCD screen during standby, your camcorder goes to Quick On STBY
mode (power saving mode). You can start recording quickly when you open the LCD screen.
page 102
Using ‘Quick On STBY’ by opening/closing the LCD screen.
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You can also play back videos on a SD (standard definition) image quality TV. page 123
Viewing videos or photos on the LCD screen
You can find your desired recordings quickly by using the thumbnail index view.
1. Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen in STBY mode.
2. Touch the desired thumbnail ( /
SD
/ ) tab, then touch the desired image.
Viewing on a high definition TV
You can enjoy HD (high definition) videos. page 121
Simple and fun! Enjoy the various features of Intelli-studio
on your Windows computer.
Using the Intelli-studio program built into your camcorder, you
can import videos/photos into your computer, and edit or share
the videos/photos with your friends and family.
For details, see pages 128~134.
STEP3: Play back videos or photos
STEP4: Save recorded videos or photos
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quick start guide
Importing and viewing videos/photos from the
camcorder to your PC
1. Launch the Intelli-studio program by connecting the camcorder to your PC via USB cable.
The new file saving window 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 under “Contents Manager” in the Intelli-
studio program.
You can arrange the files by different criteria such as Face, Date, etc.
3. Double-click a file to start playback.
Sharing the videos/photos onto YouTube/Flickr/
FaceBook
Share your contents with the world by uploading videos and photos directly to a web site with one click.
Click “Share ( )” “Upload” tab on the browser. page 132
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If the storage media is full, you cannot record new videos or photos. Delete videos or
photos that you have saved to a computer from the camcorder’s storage media. Then
you can record new videos or photos on newly freed up space.
Touch the Play ( ) tab Menu ( ) tab “Delete” on the LCD screen. page 110
The Intelli-studio runs automatically when you connect the camcorder to a Windows
computer if you have set “PC Software: On”. page 93
STEP5: Delete videos or photos
Saved files into your PC
Contents Manager
Folders directory on your PC
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The exact appearance of each item may vary by model.
The contents may vary depending on the sales region.
Parts and accessories can be purchased 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 AC power adaptor or the batteries.
A memory card is not included. See page 33 for memory cards compatible with your camcorder.
Your camcorder includes the user manual CD and printed quick start guide.
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WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH YOUR CAMCORDER
Your new camcorder comes with the following accessories. If any of these items is missing from
your box, call Samsung’s Customer Care Center.
Model name Internal
memory Color Memory
card slot LCD screen Lens Wi Fi
module
HMX-S10BN -Black
Yes
Color / Touch panel Optical zoom ratio: x15
(Intelli zoom ratio: x18)
Digital zoom ratio: x10
(Video recording mode only)
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HMX-S15BN 32GB Black Color / Touch panel Yes
HMX-S16BN 64GB Black Color / Touch panel Yes
Although some features of the models are different, they operate in the same way.
Battery
(IA-BP210E)
(AD43-00196A)
Remote control
& button type
battery
(AD59-00169A)
AC power
adaptor
(AA-MA9 type)
(AD44-00151A)
Audio/Video
cable
(AD39-00168A)
Mini HDMI
cable
(AD39-00159A)
USB cable
(AD39-00169A)
Ferrite Core
(3301-001502)
User manual
CD
(AD46-00340A)
Quick start
guide
(AD68-05193A)
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getting to know the camcorder
Checking your accessories
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Front/Left
LOCATION OF CONTROLS
During a recording, be careful not to block the internal microphone and lens.
getting to know the camcorder
󱌮 Remote control sensor
󱌰 Recording indicator
󱌲 Built-in flash
󱌴 Lens
󱌶 Manual button/dial
󱌸 ZOOM MICROPHONE SYSTEM
󱌺 Flash ( ) button
󱌼 Anti-shake (OIS) ( ) button
󱌾 Display ( ) button
󱍀 SMART AUTO / VIEW button
󱍁 Backlight ( ) button
󱍂 AV jack (Composite)
󱍃 HDMI jack
󱍄 USB jack
󱍅 Jack cover ( )
󱍆 Power ( ) button
󱍇 TFT LCD screen (Touch screen)
󱍈 Recording start/stop button
󱍉 Zoom (W/T) button
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Rear/Right/Top/Bottom
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󱌰 Memory card slot
󱌲 MODE button / Mode indicator
: Video mode
: Photo mode
󱌴 Zoom (W/T) lever
󱌶 PHOTO button
󱌸 Built-in speaker
󱌺 Internal microphone
󱌼 Recording start/stop button
󱌾 Charging (CHG) indicator
󱍀 Jack cover ( )
󱍁 DC IN jack
󱍂 External microphone (MIC) jack
󱍃 Battery release switch
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USING THE REMOTE CONTROL
You can operate the camcorder at a distance with a remote control.
getting to know the camcorder
The remote control may malfunction or not work when two buttons are pressed at the same time.
󱌮 REC (Recording start/stop) button
󱌰 Display ( ) button
󱌲 Skip ( / ) button
󱌴 Stop ( ) button
󱌶 MENU button
󱌸 Control ( / / / / ) buttons
󱌺 PHOTO button
󱌼 Zoom (W/T) button
󱌾 Search ( / ) button
󱍀 Slow playback ( ) button
󱍁 Play/Pause ( ) button
The buttons on the remote control function the same as those on the camcorder.
You can use the remote control conveniently when recording yourself with the camcorder fixed on
a tripod (not supplied).
When using the remote control, point it to the receiver of the camcorder.
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Remove the insulation sheet before using the remote control as
shown in the illustration.
Remove the insulation sheet before using the remote control!
Insulation sheet
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1. Turn the battery holder counter clockwise (as indicated with ( ) mark) using a coin to open
it.
The battery holder opens.
2. Insert the battery into the battery holder with the positive (+) terminal facing down, and then
it firmly until you hear a locking sound.
3. Place the battery holder back in the remote control. Match its ( ) mark with the ( ) mark on
the remote control, and then turn the battery holder clockwise to lock it.
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Installing the button type battery (CR2025) in the remote control
There is a danger of explosion if you replace this battery with the wrong type of battery.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
The button battery has a expected lifetime of 5 to 6 months, depending on how much you use the
remote control.
You can purchase a replacement CR2025 type button battery at your local Samsung dealer.
Do not pick up the battery using tweezers or other metal tools. This will cause a short circuit.
To avoid the risk of explosion, do not recharge, disassemble, heat, or immerse the battery in water.
Keep the button type battery out of the reach of the children. Should the battery be swallowed,
consult a doctor immediately.
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IDENTIFYING THE SCREEN DISPLAYS
The available functions vary depending on the operation mode you have selected. Different indicators appear
depending on the setting values.
PRECHECK!
This On Screen Display (OSD) is shown in the Video record mode only.
Select the Video record ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
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Video record mode
getting to know the camcorder
Settings of functions marked with * are not retained when the camcorder is turned off.
The on-screen indicators are based on an 32GB SDHC memory card capacity.
The screen displayed above is for explanation purposes and may differ from your actual display.
For warning indicators and messages, see pages 135~140
The icons illustrated above and their positions can be changed without notice for better performance.
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This On Screen Display (OSD) is shown in the Photo record mode only.
Select the Photo record ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
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Settings of functions marked with * are not retained when the camcorder is turned off.
The total number of photos the camcorder can record is based on available space in the storage
media.
The number of photos the camcorder can record may remain the same if the available space in the
storage media rarely changes after recording.
The maximum number the image counter can display is “9999.”
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PRECHECK!
This On Screen Display (OSD) is shown in the Video play mode only.
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getting to know the camcorder
Top of the LCD screen
Indicator Meaning
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Playback progress bar
Play Option
Erase protection
Video resolution
Video quality
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Bottom of the LCD screen
Indicator Meaning
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(frame advance)
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Play related function tab (skip/search/
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PRECHECK!
This On Screen Display (OSD) is shown in the Photo play mode only.
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To attach the battery
Align the battery grooves with the battery
compartment, and then slide the battery into
place in the direction of the arrow.
To detach the battery
Slide the Battery release switch and pull out
the battery.
Gently slide the Battery release switch in
the direction as shown in the figure.
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ATTACHING/DETACHING THE BATTERY
Purchase extra batteries to allow continuous use of your camcorder.
Samsung is not responsible for problems that are caused by using unapproved batteries. If you use
batteries from other manufacturers, there is a danger of overheating, fire, or explosion.
Detach the battery from the camcorder with care to prevent it from falling.
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getting started
21
To charge the battery with the AC power adaptor
The battery is not charged during the power saving mode, which may keep the mode indicator on or flashing. Start
charging the battery after turning off the camcorder by pressing the Power ( ) button.
We recommend you charge the battery pack in a place with an ambient temperature of 10°C ~ 30°C (50˚F~86˚F).
When charging, if both the USB cable and AC power adaptor are connected, the AC power adaptor will override
the USB.
The camcorder does not operate with USB power only. Use the power adaptor or battery to operate the camcorder.
When charging using the USB jack, charging time may depend on the type of USB host (PC).
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1. Press the Power ( ) button to turn off
the camcorder. page 25
2. Open the jack cover and connect the AC
power adaptor to the DC IN jack.
3. Connect the AC power adaptor to a wall
socket.
The charging (CHG) indicator lights up
and charging starts. After the battery
is fully charged, the charging (CHG)
indicator turns green.
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Please make sure that there are no foreign substances on plug and in the socket when you connect the AC power
supply to the camcorder.
Charging the battery at low temperature may take longer or the battery may fail to fully charge (green indicator will
not turn on).
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CHARGING THE BATTERY
You can charge the battery using the AC power adaptor or USB cable.
PRECHECK!
Before starting the following procedure, make sure that the battery is attached in your camcorder.
To charge the battery with the USB cable
1. Press the Power ( ) button to turn off
the camcorder. page 25
2. Open the jack cover.
3. Connect the included USB cable to the
USB jack on the camcorder and to a USB
jack on a running PC.
The charging (CHG) indicator lights up
and charging starts. After the battery
is fully charged, the charging (CHG)
indicator turns green.
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getting started
The battery level display shows the amount of battery power remaining in the battery.
Battery level
indicator State Message
Fully charged -
25~50% used -
50~75% used -
75~95% used -
95~98% used -
Exhausted (flickers):
The device will soon turn off.
Change the battery as soon as possible.
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-The device will be forced to turn off
after 3 seconds.
“Low
Battery”
CHECKING THE BATTERY STATE
You can check the charging state and remaining battery capacity.
The color of the LED indicates the power or
charging state.
Charging (CHG) indicator
The color of the charging indicator shows the charging state.
Charging state Remaining battery
capacity is below 5% Charging Fully charged Error
LED color (Red) (Orange) (Green) (Red/blink)
To check the charging state
Battery level display
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The figures below are based on a fully charged battery at a normal temperature.
Low ambient temperature may affect the use time.
Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use. Keep the camcorder turned off
while not operating it.
Store the battery separately when finished charging or when not using it for a long time. This will
help extend the life of the battery.
The battery is charged over 95% after about 2 hours, and the indicator color changes to green. It
takes about 2 hours and 40 minutes for the battery to charge 100%.
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Available running time for the battery
Battery type IA-BP210E
Charging time Using the AC power adaptor: approx. 160 min.
Using the USB cable: approx. 390 min.
Video resolution HD SD
Continuous recording time Approx. 90min. Approx. 120min.
Playback time Approx. 110min. Approx. 130min.
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.
‘HD’ stands for high definition image quality and ‘SD’ stands for standard image quality.
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 AC power adaptor when using the Time Lapse REC function.
Continuous Recording (without zoom)
The continuous recording time above shows the available recording time when you record without using any
other function after recording starts.
The battery pack may discharge 2-3 times faster than this reference if you use the record start/stop frequently
and the zoom functions, and then playback your recordings. Prepare additional charged battery pack(s) to
cover the time you are planning to record on the camcorder.
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About the battery
Battery Properties
A lithium-ion battery is small-sized and has a high capacity. Low ambient temperature (below 10Cº) may shorten
its life-span 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.
- If the battery is installed and left in the camcorder for a long time, the battery discharges. If this occurs, you may
not be able to use the battery, even if you charge it fully.
- Keep the battery out of reach of children.
- If the battery is not used for a long time, fully charge the battery and use it up on your camcorder once per 6
months to maintain proper function.
Charge an extra battery before using the camcorder outdoors.
- The cold temperature may shorten the length of time you can use the battery before needing to recharge it.
- Carry the supplied AC 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 AC power adaptor after use.
- Store the battery in a stable, cool and dry place.
(Recommended temperature : 59ºF ~ 77ºF (15Cº~ 25Cº), 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.
Do not throw the battery into fire.
- Heating or burning the battery may cause an explosion.
Throw away the dead battery into a recycling bin.
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, operating, and environmental conditions.
We recommend that you use the AC power adaptor to power the camcorder from a household AC outlet
when you set function settings, play back, or edit images, or use it indoors. Make the same connections as
you do when charging the battery. page 21
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Using an AC power source
Be sure to use the specified AC power adaptor to power the camcorder. Using other AC power
adaptors could cause electric shock or result in fire.
The AC power adaptor can be used around the world. An AC plug adaptor is required in some
foreign countries. If you need one, purchase it from your distributor.
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Make sure to turn off the camcorder before disconnecting the AC power adaptor. Otherwise, you
can damage the storage media or data.
Use a nearby wall outlet when using the AC power adaptor. Disconnect the AC power adaptor
from the wall outlet immediately if any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder.
Do not use the AC power adaptor in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture.
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The camcorder operates the self-diagnosis function when you turn it on. If a warning message
appears, refer to ‘warning indicators and messages’ (pages 135~140) and take corrective action.
If you close the LCD screen when the power is on, the power saving mode activates. page 26
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TURNING YOUR CAMCORDER ON/OFF
1. Open the LCD screen to turn on the camcorder.
Your camcorder turns on automatically when you open the LCD screen.
The lens opens automatically when the camcorder turns on.
You can also turn the camcorder on by pressing the Power ( ) button.
Set the date and time when using your camcorder for the first time. page 29
2. To turn off the camcorder, press the Power ( ) button for about one second.
Closing the LCD screen will not turn off the camcorder.
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When you use your camcorder for the first time or reset it, the time zone screen appears at start-up.
Select your geographical location and set the date and time. page 29
If you do not set the date and time, the time zone screen appears every time you turn on the camcorder.
When using this camcorder for the first time
LCD screen Power ( ) button
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SWITCHING TO THE POWER SAVING MODE
If you need to use camcorder for the extended time, setting the following functions prevents
unnecessary energy consumption.
Quick On STBY Mode in the STBY mode
The camcorder switches to "Quick On STBY" mode when the LCD screen is closed.
page 102
Sleep Mode in the play mode (includes the thumbnail index view)
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.
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The power saving mode does not work in the following situations:
- When the camcorder has a cable connection. (Audio/Video, Mini HDMI, USB, or AC power
adaptor, etc.)
- While recording, playing back, or displaying a slideshow.
- 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.
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<Sleep mode>
LCD screen is closed
<Power off>
After 20 minutes
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SETTING THE OPERATION MODES
You can switch the operating mode in the
following order each time you press the
MODE button: Video mode ( ) ↕ Photo
mode ( ).
Each time the operation mode
changes, the respective mode indicator
lights turn on.
Touching the Play ( ) tab in the
record mode switches the record
mode to the play mode.
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Mode Mode indicators Functions
Video mode To record and play videos.
Photo mode To record and play photos.
USING THE DISPLAY( ) BUTTON
You can switch the on-screen information display mode.
Press the Display( ) button.
The full and minimum display modes alternate.•
Switching the information display mode
Full display mode
The on-screen information is displayed on the
full screen.
Minimum display mode
Only operation status is displayed on the LCD
screen.
Warning indicators and messages may appear, depending on the recording conditions.
The Display ( ) button does not work in the thumbnail, menu, and network screens.
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Mode
indicators
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USING THE TOUCH PANEL
The touch panel lets your playback and record
with a simple touch of your finger. Place your
hand on the rear side of the LCD screen to
support it. Then, touch the items displayed on the
screen.
Do not place a protective film on the LCD screen.
If you leave a film attached for a long while, strong adhesion between the film and the surface of the
screen may cause a malfunction of the touch panel.
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Be careful not to accidentally press the buttons near the LCD panel while using the touch panel.
The tabs and indicators that appear on the LCD screen depend on the current recording/playback
status of your camcorder.
The camcorder does not recognize touches if you touch more than two points on the screen at the
same time. Touch one point at a time.
If you use a tool, such as a pen or pencil, the camcorder may not recognize the touch properly.
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Slightly touch the items to select or execute
with your finger.
Drag
Drag the touch screen to left or right to select
the desired items or files.
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first time settings
SETTING THE TIME ZONE AND DATE/TIME
FOR THE FIRST TIME
Set the date and time of your local area when turning on this camcorder for the first time.
1. Open the LCD screen to turn on the camcorder.
Your camcorder turns on automatically when you open the LCD
screen.
The time zone (“Home”) screen appears based on Lisbon, London
(Greenwich Mean Time).
2. Select the time zone, then touch the (
OK
) tab.
Select the time zone by touching the ( )/( )/( )/( ) tab on the
LCD screen.
3. Set the date.
Set the date by touching the corresponding item or dragging it up
or down.
4. Touch the time ( ) tab, then set the time.
Set the time by touching the corresponding item or dragging it up
or down.
5. Make sure the clock is correctly set, then touch the (
OK
) tab.
The message “Date/Time Set” appears.
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You can set the year up to 2037, based on the “Home” item.
Set “Date/Time Display” to On. page 90
You can change the time zone and date/time options in the setting menu. pages 98~99
Activating the ( ) icon moves the time forward by 1 hour.
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Your camcorder includes a built-in rechargeable battery that retains the date and time settings even
after the power is turned off.
If the battery is depleted, the current date/time values are reset to the default values. If this occurs, you
need to recharge the built-in rechargeable battery (see below), and then re-set the current date and time.
The built-in battery is always recharged while your camcorder is connected to the AC power or while
the battery is attached.
If the camcorder is not in use for about 2 weeks and you have not connected the AC power or
the battery to it, the built-in battery fully discharges. If this occurs, charge the built-in battery by
connecting the camcorder to the supplied AC adaptor for 24 hours.
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Charging the built-in rechargeable battery
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SELECTING THE LANGUAGES
You can select the language in which the camcorder displays the menu screen or messages.
The language setting is retained when the camcorder is powered off.
1. Touch the Menu ( ) Setting ( ) tab.
2. Touch the up ( )/down ( ) tab until “Language” is displayed.
3. Touch “Language,” and then touch the desired OSD language.
You can view the language list more by touching the ( ) tab.
4. Touch the (
OK
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The menu screen and messages are displayed in the language
you selected.
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“Language” options may be changed without prior notice.
The camcorder retains the language you select even when not connected to the battery or AC
power.
The date and time format may change depending on the language you selected.
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Supported languages
English Português Polski Ελληνικά 瀌煓铅
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Deutsch Suomi Magyar Українська
Italiano Norsk Română Русский
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SELECTING THE STORAGE MEDIA (HMX-S15/S16 ONLY)
You can record videos and photos in the internal memory or a memory card.
Select the desired storage media before starting recording or playback.
PRECHECK!
You can use SD or SDHC cards in your camcorder. (However, some cards are not compatible, depending
on the memory card manufacturer and memory card type.)
Before inserting or ejecting the memory card, turn the camcorder off.
1. Touch the Menu ( ) Other setting ( ) tab.
2. Touch “Storage Type.”
3. Touch the desired storage media.
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Do not format the storage media (internal memory or memory card) on a PC.
When you insert a memory card, the storage media setup screen appears. Touch “Yes” if you want
to use a memory card, or “No” if not.
Do not remove the power (battery or AC power adaptor) when accessing storage media to record,
playback, format, delete, etc. The storage media and its data may be damaged.
Do not eject a memory card while it is being used in the camcorder. The memory card and its data
may be damaged.
SSD based on flash memory has been adopted as internal memory for the camcorder.
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Submenu items
Internal Memory ( ): When using the internal memory
(SSD, Solid State Drive).
Card ( ): When using the memory card (SD or SDHC
card).
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To insert a memory card
1. Open the memory card cover.
2. Insert the memory card into the card slot
until it softly clicks.
Make sure that the terminal portion is
facing left and the camcorder is placed
as shown in the figure.
3. Close the memory card cover.
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1. Open the memory card cover.
2. Gently push the memory card to eject it.
3. Close the memory card cover.
INSERTING / EJECTING A MEMORY CARD
(NOT SUPPLIED)
To avoid the data loss, turn off the camcorder by pressing the Power ( ) button for one second
before inserting or ejecting the memory card.
Be careful not to push the memory card too hard. The memory card may suddenly pop out.
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Your camcorder supports only SD (Secure Digital) and SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) cards.
A card’s compatibility with the camcorder may vary depending on the manufacturer and the type of
memory card.
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SELECTING A SUITABLE MEMORY CARD
(NOT SUPPLIED)
Compatible memory cards
This camcorder can be used with SD
(Secure Digital) and SDHC (Secure Digital
High Capacity) cards.
We recommend you use an SDHC (Secure
Digital High Capacity) card.
SD cards up to 2GB are supported by
this camcorder. Normal operation is not
guaranteed 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
Use compatible memory card brands.
Others are not guaranteed to work. A list of
compatible brands is below:
- SDHC/SD cards: Panasonic, SanDisk,
TOSHIBA
For video recording, use a memory card
that supports faster write speeds (above
SDHC Class 6 card).
SD/SDHC memory cards have a
mechanical write-protection 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.
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SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity)
memory card
- An SDHC card is a higher version
(Ver. 2.00) of the SD card and supports
capacities above 2GB.
- SDHC cards cannot be used with
current SD enabled host devices.
Common cautions for memory cards
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.
After you modify the name of a file or
folder stored in the memory card using
your PC, your camcorder may not
recognize the modified file.
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Protection
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getting ready to start recording
Handling a memory card
We recommend that you power off before
inserting or removing the memory card to
avoid data loss.
We can not guaranteed that you can use
memory cards formatted by other devices.
When you format a card, be sure to format
the memory card using this camcorder.
You must format newly-purchased
memory cards, memory cards with data
that your camcorder cannot recognize,
and cards with data saved by other
devices. Note that formatting erases all
data on the memory card.
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.
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.
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The camcorder supports SD and
SDHC memory cards, giving you a
wider choice of cards to choose from!
The data storage speed 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, 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
set value. page 62
The higher the resolution and quality, the
more memory the camcorder uses.
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Samsung is not responsible for data loss due to misuse.
We recommend using a memory card case to prevent data loss from motion or static electricity.
After a period of use, the memory card may get warm. This is normal and is not a malfunction.
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Resolution Memory card / Internal memory* Internal
memory*
1GB 2GB 4GB 8GB 16GB 32GB 64GB
1080/60i (XF) 5 10 21 42 84 167 337
1080/60i (SF) 7 14 29 60 121 236 474
1080/60i (F) 11 22 45 92 185 364 731
1080/30p 7 14 29 60 121 236 474
720/60p 11 22 45 92 185 364 731
480/60p 23 47 99 200 404 790 1587
(Unit: Approximate minutes of recording)
Resolution Memory card / Internal memory* Internal
memory*
1GB 2GB 4GB 8GB 16GB 32GB 64GB
[10M] 4224x2376 (16:9) 166 333 676 1376 2828 5522 9999
[5M] 2960x1664 (16:9) 262 524 1063 2149 4444 8678 9999
[3M] 2224x1664 (4:3) 367 734 1489 3008 6222 9999 9999
[2M] 1920x1080 (16:9) 573 1147 2326 4701 9722 9999 9999
[VGA] 640x480 1530 3059 6205 9999 9999 9999 9999
(Unit: Approximate number of images)
Actual recording times may differ depending on the recording conditions and the subject.
The higher the quality and resolution, the more memory the camcorder uses.
Lower resolution and quality increases the recording time, but the image quality may suffer.
The bit rate automatically adjusts to the image being recorded. Accordingly, the recording time may vary.
Memory cards bigger than 32GB may not operate normally.
The maximum number of recordable photo and video files is 9999, respectively.
The recording length of a Time Lapse REC may vary depending on settings.
Items marked with * are available only with HMX-S15/S16 models.
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RECORDABLE TIME AND CAPACITY
1GB ⴊ1,000,000,000 bytes : Actual formatted capacity may be less as the internal firmware uses
a portion of the memory.
Recordable time available for video
Recordable number of photos
Listed below are the available video recording times and the number of photos the camcorder
can take, by memory size and resolution. Refer to the recordable video time and the number of
photos when recording videos or taking photos.
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ATTACHING THE GRIP BELT
Adjust the length of grip belt so that the camcorder is stable when you press the Recording
start/stop button with your thumb.
ADJUSTING THE LCD SCREEN
The wide LCD screen on your camcorder
offers high quality image viewing.
1. Open the LCD screen with your finger.
The screen opens up to 90°.
2. Rotate the LCD screen towards the lens.
You can rotate it up to 180° towards
the lens and up to 90° backward.
To view recordings more conveniently,
rotate the screen by 180° towards the
lens, then fold it back to the body.
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Excessive rotation may damage the connective hinge between the screen and the camcorder.
If you make the grip belt too tight and use excessive force to insert your hand, the grip belt hook of
the camcorder may be damaged.
Clean fingerprints or dust on the screen with a soft cloth.
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BASIC CAMCORDER POSITIONING
Use both hands while taking a video or photo to prevent the camcorder from shaking.
Try to avoid any slight movement while shooting.
Aim the camcorder as shown in the illustration.
1. Hold the camcorder with your both hands.
2. Put your hand through the grip belt.
3. Make sure your footing is stable and there
is no danger of colliding with another
person or object.
4. Aim and focus as shown in the illustration.
We recommend you keep the sun behind
you while shooting.
Adjusting the shooting angle
ATTACHING THE FERRITE CORE
Attach the ferrite core to the cables. The ferrite core reduces interference.
1. To open the ferrite core, release the
stoppers on both ends of the ferrite
core.
2. Attach the ferrite core to the cable near
its connecter as shown in the figure.
3. Close the ferrite core until it clicks shut.
Take care not to damage the cable.
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RECORDING VIDEOS
This camcorder supports both High Definition (HD) and Standard Definition (SD) image
resolutions. Set your desired resolution before recording. page 62
PRECHECK!
Insert a memory card. page 32
Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-S15/S16 only) page 31
Select the Video record ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button.
page 27
1. Select a subject to record.
Adjust the LCD panel to the best angle for recording.
Use the Zoom lever or Zoom button to adjust the size of the
subject. page 44
2. Press the Recording start/stop button.
The recording () indicator appears and recording starts.
3. To stop recording, press the Recording start/stop button again.
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This camcorder features two Recording start/stop buttons.
One is on the rear side of the camcorder, the other is on the LCD screen.
Select the one that works best for you.
Two recording start/stop buttons to suit your preference!
Using the external microphone (not supplied)
When you use the built-in microphone for recording,
the microphone may record the mechanical noise of the
camcorder. When you record in a quiet environment, we
recommend that you use an external microphone.
Connect an external microphone (not supplied) to the external
microphone jack of this camcorder.
The internal microphone is automatically turned off when you attach an external microphone.
Zoom MIC and Voice Reduction functions are automatically turned off.
The sensitivity level may differ depending on the microphone. Use the MIC Level menu to find the
appropriate recording sound level. Otherwise, loud sounds may produce distortion.
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If power is interrupted or an error occurs during recording, the video may not be recorded/edited.
Samsung is not responsible for any damage caused by a failure of normal recording or playback
operation because of memory card error.
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.
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Videos are compressed in the H.264 (MPEG-4.AVC) format.
Eject the battery when you have finished recording to prevent unnecessary battery power
consumption.
For the on-screen information display, see page 16
For approximate recording time, see page 35.
Sound is recorded from the internal stereo microphone above the top of the lens. Make sure that
the microphone is not blocked. Also, when using a zoom microphone, be careful not to cover the
internal zoom microphone on the left of the camcorder.
Before recording an important video, make sure to test the recording function to see if there any
problems with the audio or video recording.
For various functions available during recording, see “Video/photo record menu items.”
pages 61~82
If the power cable/battery is disconnected or recording is disabled during recording, the system is
switched to the data recovery mode. While data is being recovered, no other function is enabled.
The brightness of the LCD screen can be adjusted in the menu options. Adjusting the LCD screen
does not affect the image being recorded. page 89
The menu setting tabs shown on the LCD screen do not affect the image being recorded.
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CAPTURING PHOTOS DURING VIDEO
RECORDING
You can capture photos at the video STBY mode or during video recording with the touch of a
button. It is convenient to record a video and photo at the same time without switching modes.
PRECHECK!
Insert a memory card. page 32
Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-S15/S16 only) page 31
Select the Video record ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
1. Press the Recording start/stop button.
The recording () indicator will display and recording will start.
2. Aim the camcorder at the scene you want, then press the
PHOTO button.
When the () indicator disappears, the photo image is
recorded without a shutter sound.
Video keeps recording, even while photos are taken.
3. To stop recording, press the Recording start/stop button again.
Align the subject in the frame in video standby mode, then press the
PHOTO button.
When the () indicator appears and your hear a shutter sound,
the photo image is recorded.
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You cannot capture photos under the following condition:
- During a time lapse recording.
- During slow motion recording.
The flash is not available while the camcorder is capturing photos in video record mode.
The resolution of the captured photos depends on the resolution of the video as follows:
Video resolution Resolution of captured photo
1080/60i (XF), 1080/60i (SF), 1080/60i (F), 1080/30p
1920x1080720/60p
480/60p
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RECORDING PHOTOS
You can take photos and store them in the storage media. Set the desired resolution before
recording. page 35
PRECHECK!
Insert a memory card. page 32
Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-S15/S16 only) page 31
Select the Photo record ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
1. Select a subject to record.
Adjust the LCD panel to the best angle for recording.
Use the Zoom lever or Zoom button to adjust the size of the
subject. page 44
2. Adjust the subject at the center of the LCD screen, and half-
press the PHOTO button.
Your camcorder adjusts to the ideal aperture and focus
automatically (if “Aperture” and “Focus” are set to “Auto”
pages 66, 70).
When the subject is in focus, the () indicator appears green.
If it appears red, readjust the focus.
3. Fully press the PHOTO button.
The shutter sound is heard (when “Shutter Sound: On” is
set), and the photo is recorded.
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Audio is not recorded when your take photos.
If focusing is difficult, use the manual focus or the Magic Touch function. pages 70, 72
Do not turn off the camcorder or remove the memory card when taking photos as it may damage
the storage media or data.
Adjust the brightness of the LCD screen using menu items. Adjusting the brightness does not affect
the recorded image. page 89
For on-screen display information, see page 17.
For advanced recording, see pages 61~82
Photo files conform to the DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) standard, established by JEITA
(Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association.)
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RECORDING WITH EASE FOR BEGINNERS
(SMART AUTO)
User-friendly SMART AUTO optimizes your camcorder to the recording conditions automatically,
providing beginners with the best performance.
1. Press the SMART AUTO button.
Smart Auto (
SMART
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the LCD screen.
In the photo recording mode, the smart flash ( ) icon appears.
2. Align your subject in the frame.
The camcorder automatically detects the scene (Landscape,
etc.) and adjusts the camcorder settings accordingly.
The appropriate scene icon appears on the LCD screen.
3. Press the Recording start/stop button or PHOTO button. pages 38, 41
4. To cancel Smart Auto mode, press the SMART AUTO button again.
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Buttons unavailable during Smart Auto operation:
Menu () tab, Quick menu ( ) tab, etc. Most settings are automatically adjusted in Smart Auto mode. To set or adjust functions on
your own, release the Smart Auto mode first.
When the camcorder fails to recognize the recording situations, it records in the basic setting (
SMART
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The camcorder may not select the correct scene depending on shooting conditions, such as camcorder shake, lighting, and distance to
the subject.
The camcorder recognizes a night scene only when you are taking photos with the flash off.
The camcorder may not detect the portrait mode depending on the orientation or the brightness of faces.
Tripod ( ) mode is detected only when you are recording scenes or portraits at night.
The Action ( ) mode is available under most conditions, except for scenes and portraits at night.
Tripod ( ) mode may not be recognized depending on the subject’s movement even if you are using a tripod.
When recording more than one scene at the same time, Smart Auto prioritizes scenes in the following order:
a) If White and Portrait can be applied at the same time, then Portrait is selected and the corresponding icon appears.
b) If White and Backlight can be applied at the same time, then Backlight is selected and the corresponding icon appears.
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night. (Night)
Appears when recording
people outdoors at night. (Night
Portrait)
Appears when recording
images of landscapes with
backlighting. (Backlight)
Appears when recording
people under backlight
condition. (Backlight Portrait)
Appears when recording
people. (Portrait)
Appears when recording a very
bright scene. (White)
Appears when recording an
outdoor scene. (Landscape)
Appears when taking photos
using close-up. (Macro)
Appears when taking photos of
clear skies. (Blue sky)
Appears when taking photos of
forested areas. (Natural green)
Appears when taking photos of
sunsets. (Sunset)
Appears when the camcorder
and subject are stationary for a
while. (Tripod)
Appears when taking photos
of actively moving subjects.
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The resolution of the captured photos depends on the resolution of the video as follows:
Video resolution Resolution of captured photo
1080/60i (XF), 1080/60i (SF),
1080/60i (F), 1080/30p 1920x1080
720/60p 1280x720
480/60p 720x408
Slow Motion: [SD]300Frame/Sec,
[SD]600Frame/Sec 368x208, 192x112
CAPTURING PHOTOS WHILE PLAYING BACK VIDEOS
You can capture photos during video playback.
PRECHECK!
Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the Video play
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1. Recorded videos appear in a thumbnail index view.
Touch the left ( )/right ( ) tab to move to the
previous/next page.
2. Touch the video clip you want.
The selected video is played.
3. Press the PHOTO button halfway at the scene you want to
capture.
The playback screen is paused.
4. Press the PHOTO button fully down.
The captured still image is recorded in JPEG format.
5. When the photo is recorded on the storage media, touch the
Return ( ) tab to view the thumbnail index.
Touch the Photo ( ) tab to view the recorded photos. page 53
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Using the optical zoom does not degrade the image quality and clarity.
Use the digital zoom when you want to zoom beyond the optical zoom range (Video recording mode only). page 80
Focusing may become unstable when you record with a fast zoom or zoom into a subject standing too far away. If
this occurs, use the manual focus function. page 70
The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is about 1cm (about
0.4 inches) for wide angle and about 50cm (about 19.7 inches) for telephoto. If you want to shoot the object close
to the lens at a wide angle, use the Tele Macro function. page 76
When using the zoom function while holding the camcorder in your hand, use Anti-shake (OIS) for stable recording.
page 45
Frequent use of the zoom function consumes more power.
The camcorder can record the sound of the zoom mechanism.
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ZOOMING
Use the zoom function for close-up or wide-angle recording. This camcorder allows you to
record using 15x optical power zoom, 18x Intelli-zoom, and digital zoom.
Press the T (zoom) button on the LCD panel or slide
the zoom lever towards T (telephoto).
The distant subject is gradually magnified and
can be recorded.
The hightest zoom magnification ratio is 18x in
the normal zoom-in.
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slide the zoom lever towards W (wide angle).
The subject moves further away.
The smallest zoom ratio is the subject’s original
size in the zoom-out.
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increases the zoom speed. However, you cannot adjust the zoom speed when using the Zoom (W/T) button on the LCD panel.
Zoom speed
To zoom in To zoom out
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When turned on, the Smart Auto mode automatically sets Anti-shake (OIS) to On.
Gross camcorder shake may not be entirely corrected even if Anti-shake is set to On.
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 slightly different.
When recording in dark lighting at high magnification while this function is set to On, after-images
may stand out. In this case, we recommend using a tripod (not supplied) and turning Anti-shake to
Off.
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(OIS: OPTICAL IMAGE STABILIZER)
Use the Anti-shake (OIS: Optical Image Stabilizer) function to compensate for unstable images
caused by shaking movements when holding the camcorder.
Press the Anti-shake (OIS) ( ) button to toggle the Anti-shake
(OIS) mode between On and Off.
When recording while walking or when recording in a
moving car.
When recording with the zoom function.
When recording subjects of a small size.
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USING BACK LIGHT COMPENSATION MODE
When a subject is lit from behind, this function will compensate for the lighting so that the
subject is not too dark.
Press the Back light ( ) button to toggle the back light mode
between On and Off.
It typically occurs when:
The subject is in front of a window.
The person you want to record 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.
The subject is outdoors and the background is overcast.
The light sources are too bright.
The subject is in front of a snowy background.
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USING THE FLASH
Using the flash, you can capture clear and bright photos even in shadows, at night, or indoors
which need more light.
PRECHECK!
Select the Photo record ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
Press the Flash ( ) button repeatedly to select the flash mode you
want.
The selected flash mode is displayed.
Display Meaning
Disables the flash.
Flash works automatically when the subject or background is
dark.
If the object or background is dark, the camcorder flash
operates automatically and flashes just before the picture is
taken (pre-flash). This helps reduce the incidence of red eye.
Flash always works regardless of brightness.
Light intensity is adjusted automatically.
Flash works when the shutter speed is slow.
It is suitable for use around sundown or in dark places.
We recommend you use a tripod (purchase separately) to
prevent camcorder shake.
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In Smart Auto mode, the smart flash icon appears
automatically. According to the brightness for subject and
background, the flash automatically works.
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Do not use a flash too close to the eyes of a person.
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Select a flash mode and press the PHOTO button. The camcorder performs a pre-flash to make
sure the recording conditions (distance from objects and amount of light) are acceptable. Do not
move until the second flash occurs.
As using the flash consumes more power, the more you use the flash, the shorter the battery time.
The flash usually recharges within 5 seconds. However, it may take longer to charge the flash when
the battery is low.
You can capture bright and clear photos within the recordable range when you use the flash.
When you record a strongly reflecting object or an object out of the recordable range, the
camcorder can not capture bright and clear images.
When you use the flash in a dark place, foreign substances such as dust can be reflected in the
light from the flash, so that blur, white dots, round dots, or white circles may appear on the images.
This is not a malfunction of the camcorder.
You cannot use a flash under the following conditions:
- when using the continuous shooting function
- when capturing photos in the video record mode.
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USING THE MANUAL DIAL
You can assign one frequently used function (focus, aperture, shutter speed, or exposure) to
the Manual Dial and then use the Manual Dial to set that function during recording.
PRECHECK!
Set the manual dial to the frequently used function (Focus, Aperture, Shutter,
Exposure Value). page 103
1. Press the MANUAL button.
Press the MANUAL button to toggle focus between Auto and
Manual.
2. Adjust the focus turning the MANUAL dial.
You can adjust aperture, shutter, or exposure value in the same
way, after you have assigned the one function to the manual
dial. page 103
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Even if a function would normally not be available because a second function is set to a value that
would prevent it from functioning, you can still assign it to and set it with the manual dial, though
not in the menu.
For example: The Aperture function can not be used if you set the shutter to Manual in the menu.
However, if you assign the aperture function to the Manual Dial, the camcorder sets the shutter to
Auto automatically and you can use the Manual Dial to set the aperture.
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You can assign the following functions to the manual dial.
Refer to the following pages for the details of each function.
Focus page 70
Aperture page 66
Shutter page 67
EV page 68
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CHANGING THE PLAYBACK MODE
You can switch the record mode into the play mode by touching the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen.
Recorded images are displayed in the thumbnail display and the most recently recorded file is highlighted.
The camcorder will display the video or photo thumbnails, depending on which you recorded last.
You can choose the thumbnail view display options by touching the HD ( ), SD (
SD
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tab on the LCD screen.
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touching the 3x3 ( ) tab or the date ( ) tab on the
LCD screen, and then pressing the Zoom (W/T) lever.
To change thumbnail display type
Understanding how to change the operation modes
You can easily change the operation modes by touching the LCD screen or using the buttons as
shown in the following figures:
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PLAYING BACK VIDEOS
You can preview recorded videos in a thumbnail index view, find your desired video quickly, and
playback directly.
PRECHECK!
Insert a memory card. page 32
Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-S15/S16 only) page 31
Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the play mode. page 49
1. Touch the HD ( ) or SD (
SD
) tab.
Video thumbnails corresponding to the selected video
resolution appear on the screen.
To change the current thumbnail page, touch the left ( ) or
light ( ) tab.
To change the thumbnail display type, touch the 3x3 ( ) tab,
date ( ) tab on the LCD screen or use the Zoom (W/T) lever.
If you select the thumbnail display by the date ( ), you can
sort videos by specific dates. page 49
2. Touch the desired video clip.
The selected video is played and playback control tabs appear
briefly. They reappear when touching anywhere on the screen.
You can set playback settings using the “Play Option” menu.
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To turn on the background music, touch the Background music ( ) tab. page 83
To stop playback and return to the thumbnails, touch the Return ( ) tab.
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Drag the image left or right on the LCD screen to
go to the previous or next file.
Touch a point or drag the pointer left or right in
the playback progress bar on the LCD screen to
move directly to the section of the video you want.
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To adjust the volume during video playback
You can hear the sound through the built-in speaker of the camcorder while the video is playing
back on the LCD screen.
1. Touch the Volume ( ) tab on the LCD screen.
2. Adjust the volume by dragging the volume control dial toward the
desired direction on the LCD screen.
Do not power off or eject the memory card during photo playback. Doing so may damage the
recorded data.
It may take some time to start playback, depending on the size and quality of the selected video.
The camcorder may not play the following video files:
- A video whose file format is not supported on the camcorder
You can use various play options during the video playback. page 52
The recorded videos can be played on a TV or PC. pages 121~124, 128~134
If you touch the Menu ( ) tab during playback, play is paused and the menu screen appears.
If you turn on the background music while playing a video, its audio is muted and the background
music starts to play. At that moment, the video goes back and starts from the beginning.
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Playback / Pause / Stop
Playback and pause alternates when you touch the Play ( ) /
Pause ( ) tab during playback.
Touch the Return ( ) tab to stop playback and return to the
thumbnail.
Search playback
During playback, each touch of the Reverse search ( ) / Forward
search ( ) tab increases the play speed:
RPS (Reverse Playback Search)/FPS (Forward Playback Search)
rate: x2 x4 x8 x16 x32 x2
Skip playback
Touch the Reverse skip ( ) / Forward skip ( ) tab during playback.
Touching the Forward skip( ) tab plays the next video.
Touching the Reverse skip( ) plays the beginning of the scene.
If reverse skip ( ) is touched within 3 seconds from the start of the file, the previous video
is played.
Place and hold your finger on the Reverse skip ( ) / Forward skip ( ) tab to search for a
video quickly. When you lift off your finger, the selected video is played.
Slow playback
When playback is paused, touching the Reverse slow ( ) / Forward slow ( ) tab reduces the
playback speed:
Reverse/forward playback slow rate: x1/2 x1/4 x1/8 x1/2
Frame by frame playback
When playback is paused, touching the Reverse frame advance ( ) / Forward frame
advance ( ) tab makes play go reverse or forward one frame at a time.
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Various playback operations are available using the same buttons on the remote control.
Touch the Play ( ) tab to play back in normal speed.
You can hear sound only when the playback is in normal speed.
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VIEWING PHOTOS
You can view recorded photos by using various playback functions.
PRECHECK!
Insert a memory card. page 32
Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-S15/S16 only) page 31
Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the play mode. page 49
1. Touch the Photo ( ) tab.
The thumbnail view appears.
To change the current thumbnail page, touch the left ( ) or light
( ) tab.
To change the thumbnail display type, touch the 3x3 ( ) tab,
date ( ) tab on the LCD screen or use the Zoom (W/T) lever.
If you select the thumbnail display by the date ( ), you can
sort photos by specific dates. page 49
2. Touch your desired photo to display.
The selected photo is displayed in full screen and playback
control tabs appear briefly. They reappear when you touch
anywhere on the screen.
Touch previous image ( )/ next image ( ) tab to view the
previous and next photo.
Place and hold your finger on the previous image ( )/next image ( ) tab to search for a
photo quickly. When you lift off your finger, the selected photo is displayed.
3. To return to the thumbnails, touch the Return ( ) tab.
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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 files normally:
- A photo with a file format not supported on this camcorder (One that does not conform to DCF
standards).
Loading time may vary depending on the size and quality of the selected photo.
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Drag the image left or right on the LCD screen to go to the
previous or next file.
Using the Touch Screen
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You can view a photo slide show with background music.
Touch the Slide Show ( ) tab during photo playback.
The ( ) indicator is displayed. The slide show starts from the
current selected photo.
All photos are played back continuously in the set slide show
option. pages 87~88
If you select the thumbnail display by date ( ), photos only
taken on the corresponding date play back in a slide show.
You can adjust the background music’s volume level using the
Volume ( ) tab while playing back the slide show with music.
To stop the slide show, touch the Return ( ) tab.
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Viewing a slide show
The slide show function is also available in the menu.
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You can magnify a playback image.
Touch the up ( )/down ( )/left ( )/right ( ) to select a specific magnified area to view.
1. Touch the desired photo.
The selected photo is displayed on the full screen.
2. Adjust the magnification with the Zoom (W/T) button or
Zoom (W/T) lever.
Magnification starts from the center of the photo.
You can zoom in from x1.1 to x8.0.
While the playback zoom is in use, other images cannot be
selected.
3. Touch the up ( )/down ( )/left ( )/right ( ) tab to view the
area you want on the magnified photo.
4. To cancel, touch the Return ( ) tab.
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Photos recorded on other devices or those edited on a PC cannot be magnified.
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using the menu items
HANDLING MENUS AND QUICK MENUS
The instructions below are examples of how to access and use menu items using the Menu
( ) tab and the Quick menu ( ) tab. When you access and use other menu items, use these
examples as guides.
PRECHECK!
Open the LCD screen to turn on the camcorder.
Your camcorder turns on automatically when you open the
LCD screen.
Select the record ( / ) mode by pressing the
MODE button. page 27
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1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab on the touch panel.
The menu screen appears.
To change the current page, touch the up ( )/down ( )
tab.
2. Touch “Aperture.” (The Aperture function is used here as an example.)
3. Touch the desired option.
Set the values according to the selected item.
Drag toward the direction indicated on the LCD screen or
touch the desired setting value.
Touch the (
OK
) tab to complete the setting. If you touch the
Return ( ) tab not the (
OK
) tab, the setting values are not
applied and return to the previous values.
4. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
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using the menu items
Quick menu enables you to quickly access your favorite functions.
You can easily select the desired menu with one-touch.
1. Touch the Quick menu tab on the LCD screen to see the
available menu options.
The quick menu screen appears.
2. Touch “Focus ( ).” (The Focus function is used here as an example.)
3. Touch the desired option.
Adjust the setting values accordingly.
Touch the (
OK
) tab to complete the setting.
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Using the Quick menu ( ) tab
When using the Menu or Quick menu items, some menu items can not be used at the same time,
or may be grayed out. For more information, see Troubleshooting on page 147.
For easy understanding, the menu setting procedures on this page are explained using the simplest
methods. Menu setting methods can differ depending on the menu options you choose.
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MENU ITEMS
Accessible items in the menus vary depending on the operating mode.
For item operation details, go to the page number listed under Page in the table.
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Video/photo record menu items
: available, X : not available
Operation
mode
Items
Video Photo Default value Page
iSCENE 
Auto 61
Resolution 
1080/60i (SF)
[5M] 2960x1664 (16:9) 62
Slow Motion XOff 63
White Balance 
Auto 64
ISO X Auto 65
Aperture 
Auto 66
Shutter 
Auto 67
EV  068
Super C.Nite X Normal 69
Focus 
Auto 70
Face Detection 
Off 71
Magic Touch X Off 72
Metering X Multi 73
xvYCC X Off 73
Digital Effect 
Off 74
Fader X Off 75
Tele Macro 
Off 76
Cont. Shot X Off 77
Wind Cut X Off 77
Zoom MIC X Off 78
Voice Reduction X Off 79
MIC Level X Medium 79
Digital Zoom X Off 80
Self Timer 
Off 80
Time Lapse REC X Off 81
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: available, X : not available
Operation
mode
Items
Video Photo
Default value Page
Thumbnail Single Thumbnail Single
Play Option  XX Play All 83
Background Music X X Random 83
Highlight XX -84
Story-Board Print XX -86
Delete  - 110
Protect 
Off (Single) 109
Copy *  - 111
Edit
Partial Delete X X - 106
Divide X X - 107
Combine ** X X X - 108
Slide Show Start X X  -86
Slide Show Music X X 
Random 87
Slide Show Interval X X 
1 Sec 87
Slide Show Effect X X On 88
File Info **  -88
Video/photo playback menu items
Items Default value Page
LCD Brightness 5 89
LCD Enhancer Off 89
Guideline Off 90
Date/Time Display Off 90
TV Type 16:9 91
TV Display On 91
HDMI TV Out 1080i 92
Auto LCD Off On 92
Display setting menu items
Items marked with * are available only with HMX-S15/S16 models.
Items marked with ** are not displayed when the recording thumbnail display is set to date ( ).
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Connectivity setting menu items
Other setting menu items
Menu options and default values may be changed without prior notice.
Some grey colored menu options cannot be selected. page 147
Items marked with * are available only with HMX-S15/S16 models.
The date and time format may change depending on the language you selected.
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Items Default value Page
Remote On 93
PC Software On 93
USB Connect Mass Storage 94
TV Connect Guide - 94
Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) On 95
Items Default value Page
Storage Type * Internal Memory 96
Storage Info - 96
Format - 97
File No. Series 97
Time Zone Home 98
Date/Time Set JAN/01/2010 12:00AM
(Summer Time: Off) 99
Date Type JAN/01/2010 99
Time Type 12 Hr 99
Beep Sound On 100
Shutter Sound On 100
Auto Power Off 5Min 101
Quick On STBY 5Min 102
Manual Dial Focus 103
REC Lamp On 103
Default Set - 104
Language English 104
Demo On 105
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: available, X : not available
Items Video Photo Default value Page
iSCENE  Auto 61
Resolution 1080/60i (SF)
[5M] 2960x1664 (16:9) 62
White Balance  Auto 64
Aperture  Auto 66
Shutter  Auto 67
EV  068
Focus  Auto 70
Digital Effect  Off 74
Video/photo recording menu items
QUICK MENU ITEMS
Quick menu is available only in the video and photo record mode.
Available menu items may depend on the operation mode you selected.
For item operation details, go to the page number listed under Page in the table.
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Submenu items
• Auto: Under normal conditions, recording naturally.
• Night ( ): Recording in a dark place or at night.
• Sports ( ): Recording people or objects in motion.
• Portrait ( ): Recording skin color naturally.
• Spotlight ( ): When strong light strikes the object.
• Beach/Show ( ): Where the reflection of light is intense such as a
snowfield or beach.
• Food ( ): To make food more colorful.
• Candle Light ( ): Recording in the soft glow of candlelight.
iSCENE
Using the iScene function, you can select a setting that matches the scene you are shooting
(Sports, Portrait, etc.). Based on your selection, the camcorder sets the appropriate shutter
speed and aperture automatically for optimal recording.
PRECHECK!
Select the record ( / ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “iSCENE” then the desired
submenu item.
You can move to the desired item by touching the / tab.
2. Touch the (
OK
) tab or selected submenu item again to complete
the setting.
3. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
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When you specify “Aperture:Manual” or “Shutter:Manual,” the iSCENE mode is cancelled.
(Manual Aperture/Manual Shutter priority)
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Resolution
You can select the resolution of video to be recorded on storage media.
PRECHECK!
Select the record ( / ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Resolution” then the desired
submenu item.
You can move to the desired item by touching the / tab.
2. Touch the (
OK
) tab or selected submenu item again to complete
the setting.
3. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
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Submenu items (Videos)
1080/60i (XF) ( / ): Records in the HD (1920x1080/60i) format and at the
extreme fine image quality.
1080/60i(SF) ( / ): Records in the HD (1920x1080/60i) format and at the
super fine image quality.
1080/60i(F) ( / ): Records in the HD (1920x1080/60i) format and at the
fine image quality.
1080/30p ( / ): Records in the HD (1920x1080/30p) format and at the
super fine image quality.
720/60p (
60 HD
/ ): Records in the HD (1280x720/60p) format and at the super
fine image quality.
480/60p (
60 SD
/ ): Records in the SD (720x480/60p) format and at the super
fine image quality.
Submenu items (Photos)
[10M]4224x2376 (16:9) (
10
M
10
M
): Records in 16:9 aspect ratio and the 4224x2376
resolution. The camcorder takes photos at 5
mega pixels. When you set the resolution to 10M,
the camcorder up-scales the photos you take to
10 mega pixels.
[5M]2960x1664 (16:9) (
5
M
5
M
): Records in 16:9 aspect ratio and the 2960x1664
resolution.
[3M]2224x1664 (4:3) (
3
M
3
M
):
Records in 4:3 aspect ratio and the 2224x1664 resolution.
[2M]1920x1080 (16:9) (
2
M
2
M
):
Records in 16:9 aspect ratio and the 1920x1080 resolution.
[VGA]640x480 (
VGAVGA
): Records in the VGA 640x480 format.
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“60i” indicates the camcorder will record in interlaced scan mode at 60 fields per second.
“30/60p” indicates the camcorder will record in progressive scan mode at 30/60 frames per second.
The amount of video and the number of photos you can record depend on the resolution you
select. page 35
Photos that are recorded on your camcorder may not playback properly on other digital devices
that do not support these resolution.
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Slow Motion
You can record a video in slow motion. It is useful to record a fast moving subject such as a
bird flying in the sky or golf swing, etc. so you can analyze the movement in detail.
PRECHECK!
Select the Video record ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Slow Motion” then the desired
submenu item.
2. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
You can record a video in slow motion for a maximum of one minute. When you record in slow
motion, the recording stops after 1 minute, but when you playback the same recording, it plays
back for the following time:
- 300 Frame/Sec: 5 minutes
- 600 Frame/Sec: 10 minutes
The camcorder does not record sound while recording in slow motion.
The image quality of slow motion video may be lower than normal speed video.
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Submenu items
Off: Disables the function.
[SD] 300Frames/Sec (
300300
): Records 300 frames per second in the
368x208 resolution.
[SD] 600Frames/Sec (
600600
): Records 600 frames per second in the
192x112 resolution.
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When Slow Motion is not set to On: 60 frames per second are recorded.
When Slow Motion is set to [SD] 300Frame/Sec: 300 frames per second are recorded.
You can record video at a maximum of 600 frames per second.
Comparison of normal speed video and slow motion video
Video recording time (Per second)
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White Balance
The color of your image depends on the type and quality of the light source. If you want the
color of your image to be realistic, select an appropriate lighting condition to calibrate the white
balance.
PRECHECK!
Select the record ( / ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “White Balance” then the desired
submenu item.
You can move to the desired item by touching the / tab.
2. Touch the (
OK
) tab or selected submenu item again to complete
the setting.
3. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
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Submenu items
Auto: Adjusts the white balance automatically according to the
recording conditions.
Daylight ( ): Use outdoors in normal daylight. Adjusts the white
balance according to outdoor lighting conditions.
Cloudy ( ): Use when recording in the shade or cloudy
weather.
Fluorescent ( ): Use when recording under white fluorescent
lights.
Tungsten ( ): Use when recording under halogen lamps and
incandescent lights.
Custom WB ( ):
Lets you
manually adjust the white balance
to match the light source or situation.
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White balance (WB) is the process of removing unrealistic color casts, so that objects which appear white
are rendered white in your image. Proper white balance has to take into account the “color temperature”
of a light source, which refers to the relative warmth or coolness of white light.
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1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “White Balance” “Custom WB.”
The “( ) Set White Balance” indicator is displayed.
2. Fill the screen with a white object, and touch the (
OK
) tab.
The white balance setting is stored.
3. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
The stored white balance setting will be applied the next time
you record.
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To set the white balance manually
When setting the white balance manually, the subject must be white, otherwise, your camcorder
may not detect an appropriate setting value.
The adjusted setting remains until you set the white balance again.
During normal outdoor recording, setting to “Auto” may provide better results.
Cancel the digital zoom function for clear and precise setting. page 80
Reset the white balance if light conditions change.
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Submenu items
Auto: Sets Aperture to Auto.
50(
50
ISOISO
): Record in a bright place at low sensitivity.
100(
100
ISOISO
): Record in a normal situation at normal sensitivity.
200(
200
ISOISO
): Increases the shutter speed and minimizes noise in images
recorded in a dim place.
400(
400
ISOISO
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800
ISOISO
)/1600(
1600
ISOISO
)/2400(
2400
ISOISO
): Record in dim or dark places at
high sensitivity. The recorded images may have noise.
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High ISO values may cause noise in images.
ISO
ISO sensitivity function sets the light sensitivity of the camcorder’s image sensor. A higher ISO
setting increases light sensitivity and allows the camcorder to select a higher shutter speed,
thus reducing image-shake when recording without flash under dim conditions.
PRECHECK!
Select the Photo record ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “ISO” touch the desired submenu
item.
2. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
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Aperture
The aperture controls the amount of light reaching the image sensor. The camcorder adjusts
the aperture automatically depending on the subject and recording conditions. You can also
manually adjust the Aperture to your preference.
PRECHECK!
Select the record ( / ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Aperture” then the desired
submenu item.
2. Touch the (
OK
) tab to complete the setting.
3. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
Submenu items
Auto: Sets the aperture value automatically.
Manual: Drag the aperture dial toward the desired direction on
the LCD screen to adjust the setting values.
The setting values are as follows:
F1.8, F2, F2.8, F3.3, F4, F5.6, F8, F11, F16, F22
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When you specify “Aperture: Manual,” the iSCENE mode is cancelled, “Super C.Nite” is set to “Off”
automatically, and “Shutter” is set to “Auto” automatically. (Manual Aperture priority)
Minimum available aperture values depend on zoom magnifications. (wide: 1.8, telephoto: 3.3)
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The lower the aperture value, the wider the aperture. The wider the aperture, the more light reaches the
image sensor. Adjusting the aperture value controls the amount of light reaching the image sensor.
Typically, the camcorder adjusts the aperture value in the following cases:
When shooting against the light or when the background is too bright.
When shooting on a reflective natural background such as at the beach or when skiing.
When the background is overly dark (for example, night scenery).
You can also adjust the aperture manually.
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Submenu items
• Auto: The camcorder automatically sets the appropriate shutter
speed value.
• Manual: Drag the shutter dial toward the desired direction on the
LCD screen to adjust the setting values.
The setting values are as follows:
- Video: 1/30, 1/60, 1/100, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000,
1/4000, 1 /10000
- Photo: 1/8, 1/15, 1/30, 1/60, 1/100, 1/250, 1/500,
1 /1000
The image may not seem smooth when you set a high shutter speed.
When recording with a shutter speed of 1/1000 or higher, make sure the sun is not directly shining
into the lens.
When you specify “Shutter: Manual,” the iSCENE mode is cancelled, “Super C.Nite” is set to “Off”
automatically, and “Aperture” is set to “Auto” automatically. (Manual Shutter priority)
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Shutter
The camcorder automatically sets the shutter speed depending on the scene's brightness.
User high shutter speeds to record fast moving objects and low shutter speeds to record slow
or stationary objects or objects in dimmer light.
PRECHECK!
Select the record ( / ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Shutter” then the desired
submenu item.
2. Touch the (
OK
) tab to complete the setting.
3. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
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EV
Depending on the intensity of the ambient light, your videos and photos may be too bright or
dark. In these cases, you can adjust the exposure to get a better videos and photos.
PRECHECK!
Select the record ( / ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “EV.”
2. Drag the exposure value dial toward the desired direction on the
LCD screen to adjust the setting values.
The setting values range from -2.0 to +2.0
3. Touch the (
OK
) tab to complete the setting.
4. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
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Exposure value is the total amount of light allowed to
fall on the photographic medium (Image sensor) during
the process of taking photos or videos.
Understanding EV (Exposure Value)
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Super C.Nite
The camcorder adjusts the shutter speed to get bright images without losing color when
recording a slowly moving subject or in a dark place.
PRECHECK!
Select the Video record ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Super C.Nite” then the desired
submenu item.
2. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
Submenu items
Off: Disables the function.
Normal (
NORNOR
):
The shutter opens for 1/60 of a second in the normal
mode and automatically switches to open for 1/30 of a
second in a dark place. Use this function to get bright
images in a dark place.
Super (
SUPERSUPER
): The shutter opens for 1/15 of a second regardless of
surrounding conditions. Use this function to get bright
images in a darker place.
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When you set the Super C.Nite to Super, the video resolution changes automatically as listed below:
- 1080/60i, 1080/30p
Automatically set to 1080/30p
- 720/60p Automatically set to720/30p
- 480/60p Automatically set to480/30p
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Focus
The camcorder usually focuses on a subject automatically (auto focus). When the camcorder
is turned on, the Focus function will always be set to auto-focus. You can also set the Focus
function to manual and focus on a subject manually.
PRECHECK!
Select the record ( / ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
1.
Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Focus” then the desired submenu item.
2. Touch the (
OK
) tab to complete the setting.
3. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
This camcorder automatically focuses a subject from close-up to infinity. However, it may not
always obtain the correct focus, depending on the recording conditions. If the camcorder does
not focus correctly, use the manual focus mode.
Focusing manually during recording
Focusing in a nearer subject
Drag toward .
Focusing on a further subject
Drag toward .
Scenes containing several objects, some close to the camcorder, others further away.
Scenes with a person enveloped in fog or surrounded by snow.
Very shiny or glossy surfaces such as a car.
Scences with people or objects moving constantly or quickly such as an athlete or a crowd.
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Scenes to set focus manually for
Submenu items
Auto: Focus is set automatically.
Manual ( ): You can set the focus manually if the auto focus function has
difficulty setting the focus. On the LCD screen, drag the focus dial in the desired
direction to adjust the setting values.
Touch Point ( ): You can set the focus by touching a specific point of the
subject on the LCD screen. (Available only in video record mode.
Magic Touch performs the same function for photos. page 72)
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Using the Touch Point function, you can focus on a small section of
the picture. To focus on the particular point, touch the point on the
LCD screen. The Touch Point function is available only in the video
record mode. For photos, use Magic Touch to perform the same
function.page 72
Using the touch point function
The Auto Focus (AF) setting is useful when you operate the zoom function because you might not
be able to keep accurate focus manually after the zoom ratio has been changed.
When the Touch Point function is enabled, you can touch the
AF(
AF
) tab on the LCD screen to set the “Focus” to “Auto.”
When you specify “Focus: Manual or Touch Point,” “Face Detection” is set to “Off”
automatically.
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You can activate the touch point by
pressing a particular point on the LCD
screen for about 2 seconds.
To activate the touch point with a long touch
Face Detection
Your camcorder detects a subject’s face and automatically adjusts the brightness and image
quality to the optimal settings. Record faces more vividly.
PRECHECK!
Select the record ( / ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Face Detection” then the desired
submenu item.
2. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
Submenu items
Off: Disables the function.
On( ): Detects faces automatically and sets the optimal recording
values.
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Magic Touch
Simply touch the area on the LCD screen that you want to focus on when taking a photo.
You can capture clearer photos as the Magic Touch function optimizes the focus and white
balance for the point you touch.
PRECHECK!
Select the Photo record ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Magic Touch” then the desired
submenu item.
2. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
You can activate the Magic Touch function by pressing and holding
a particular point on the LCD screen for about 2 seconds while in the
record STBY mode.
To capture the photo, press the PHOTO button after focusing or simply
touch the point to focus and hold for 2 more seconds with a finger.
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To activate Magic Magic Touch with a long touch
Submenu items
Off: Disables the function.
On ( ): Touch the area on the LCD screen that you would like to
focus on. Brightness will also be adjusted to the optimal value.
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To disable the Magic Touch function, touch the AF (
AF
) tab on the LCD screen, then “Focus” is
then set to “Auto.”
When you specify “Magic touch: On,” “Face Detection” is set to “Off” automatically and
“Metering” is set to “Multi” automatically.
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Metering
The metering mode refers to the way in which a camcorder measures the quantity of light. The
brightness and lighting of your photos will vary depending on the metering mode you select.
PRECHECK!
Select the Photo record ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Metering” then the desired
submenu item.
2. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
Submenu items
Multi ( ): Meters the light by calculating the amount of light from
different areas in the frame. Suitable for normal image capture.
Center ( ): The amount of light metered on the center of the frame
influences the whole screen. Suitable for capturing people as the
subject occupies a large portion of the frame.
Spot ( ): Measures only the center of the screen and determines
aperture. Use this function when there is a very large brightness
difference between background and objects.
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Using the xvYCC function, you can record a video with an extended range of colors by
expanding the camcorder’s color space. You can record a video of mulit-hued flowers in more
vibrant color.
PRECHECK!
Select the Video record ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “xvYCC” then the desired
submenu item.
2. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
Submenu items
Off: Disables the function.
On ( ): Records images with more vivid and various colors.
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You can enjoy the recorded xvYCC video under optimal conditions when playing it back on the TV
that supports xvYCC. Refer to the TV’s manual for details.
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Digital Effect
Using the Digital Effect function gives your recording a creative look.
PRECHECK!
Select the record ( / ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Digital Effect” then the desired
submenu item.
You can move to the desired item by touching the / tab.
2. Touch the (
OK
) tab or selected submenu item again to complete
the setting.
3. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
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Submenu items
Off (
OFFOFF
)
Without any Digital Effect, a
normal, natural image is displayed
during recording or playback.
Art ( )
This mode helps adjust for facial
imperfections.
Sepia ( )
This mode gives the image a
reddish brown look.
Negative ( )
This mode reverses the colors,
creating a negative image.
Emboss ( )
This mode creates a three-
dimensional image.
Silhouette ( )
This mode makes an object or
scene with black outlines and a
featureless interior.
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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 Video record ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Fader” then the desired submenu
item.
2. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
Submenu items
Off: Disables the function
In ( ): As soon as you start recording, the recording fades in.
Out ( ): When the recording is done, the recording fades out.
In-Out ( ): When you start or stop recording, the recording fades
in or fades out accordingly.
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This function automatically turns off after being used one time. You must reset it to work again.
Fade in
Press the Recording start/stop button when “Fader”
is set to “In.”
Recording starts with a dark sscreen, and then the
image and sound are faded in.
Fade out
Press the Recording start/stop button when “Fader”
is set to “Out.”
Recording stops as the image and sound are faded out.
Fade in-out
Press the Recording start/stop button when “Fader” is set to “In-Out.”
Recording starts with a dark screen, and then the image and sound are faded in.
Recording stops as the image and sound are faded out.
Recording a video with Fade effect
Fade Out (Approx. 3 seconds)
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Tele Macro
Using the Tele Macro function, you can get close up images which are created by focusing on
a small portion of a large object at a wide angle. It is useful to get close up images of flowers or
insects etc.
PRECHECK!
Select the record ( / ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Tele Macro” then the desired
submenu item.
2. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
Submenu items
Off: Disables the function.
On ( ):
You can focus on a small portion of a large object at a wide
angle.
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When recording in Tele Macro mode, the focus speed may be lowered.
Use a tripod (not supplied) to prevent hand shake in the Tele Macro mode.
Avoid shadows when recording in the Tele Macro mode.
As the distance to the subject decreases, the focusing area narrows.
When you can not get proper focus, use the Zoom (W/T) button or Zoom (W/T) lever to adjust the
focus.
For best results, use the Tele Macro function between. 4 inches (1cm) and 19.5 inches (50cm) from
your subject.
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Submenu items
Off: Records only one photo image.
Normal Speed (
NORNOR
): You can take photos continuously while you press and
hold the PHOTO button. The number of recordable photos depends on the
photo’s resolution and the memory space.
High Speed ( ): Press the PHOTO button to capture 18 photos continuously
over about 2 seconds.
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When an error occurs (internal memory full, etc.) during continuous shot, the recording stops and an error message
is displayed.
When “Cont. Shot” is set to “High Speed” the photo resolution is fixed to 1920x1080.
When taking photos with the Magic Touch function, the continuous shot is not available even if “Cont. Shot” is set to On.
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Cont. Shot
This function allows you to capture photos rapidly, in succession to give you more photo-taking
opportunities when recording moving subjects.
PRECHECK!
Select the Photo record ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Cont. Shot” then the desired
submenu item.
2. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
Wind Cut
Using the Wind Cut function, you can reduce wind noise when recording sound using the
microphone.
PRECHECK!
Select the Video record ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Wind Cut” then the desired
submenu item.
2. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
Submenu items
Off: Disables the function.
On ( ): Reduces wind noise when recording sound using the
microphone.
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Using the Wind Cut function also removes some low-frequency sound with the wind noise.
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Zoom MIC
Zoom Mic adjusts the audio setting in conjunction with the optical zoom setting so that the
audio zooms in on the subject as the camcorder zooms in optically. For example, when you
zoom in on a bird, the Zoom Mic function automatically zooms the sound in so that you can
record the bird’s chirpings.
PRECHECK!
Select the Video record ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Zoom MIC” then the desired
submenu item.
2. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
Zoom Mic adjusts the settings of the internal zoom microphone in conjuncton with changes in the optical
zoom settng. You can record vivid audio because zooming-in increases the audio recording level of the
internal zoom microphone.
Using the built-in zoom microphone
Submenu items
Off: Disables the function.
On ( ): The internal zoom microphone settings change in
conjunction with the optical zoom setting.
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Zoom microphone is not available when you use an external microphone.
When using the Zoom microphone or Voice Reduction function, do not close the LCD screen or
cover the internal zoom microphone on the left of the camcorder.
When you specify “Zoom MIC: On”, “Voice Reduction” is set to “Off” automatically.
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Voice Reduction
When you are recording a scene, you are usually close to the internal microphone. As a result,
your voice on the video may be too loud. You can reduce the loudness of your voice and
reduce the loudness of other noise occurring near the internal microphone by using the Voice
Reduction function.
PRECHECK!
Select the Video record ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Voice Reduction” then the
desired submenu item.
2. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
Submenu items
Off: Disables the function.
On ( ): Reduces the volume of your voice in the recording.
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Using the MIC Level function, you can adjust the recorded audio volume.
PRECHECK!
Select the Video record ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “MIC Level” then the desired
submenu item.
2. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
Submenu items
High( ): Adjust the MIC volume to the highest level.
Medium( ): Adjust the MIC volume to the medium level.
Low( ): Adjust the MIC volume to the lowest level.
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This function is available only when you use the internal microphone. When you specify “Voice
Reduction: On”, “Zoom MIC” is set to “Off” automatically.
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Self Timer
When the self-timer is enabled, there is a time delay of 2 or 10 seconds before recording starts.
You can record or take photos of yourself.
PRECHECK!
Select the record ( / ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Self Timer” then the desired
submenu item.
2. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
Submenu items
Off: Disables the function.
2 Sec (
22
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Recording Start/Stop or PHOTO button.
10 Sec (
1010
): Provides a delay of 10 seconds when you press the
Recording Start/Stop or PHOTO button.
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The self-timer is
enabled only before
recording starts and
is turned off after
being used once.
Digital Zoom
The images optically magnified by the lens can be electronically magnified up to a maximum 180 times.
PRECHECK!
Select the Video record ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Digital Zoom” then the desired
submenu item.
2. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
Submenu items
Off: Disables the digital zoom function. Only optical zoom and
Intelli-zoom are available.
On: Enables higher digital zoom magnification.
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The resolution and quality of the optically magnified image may deteriorate as
the image is digitally magnified.
You cannot magnify an image with the digital zoom while taking photos.
When you specify “Digital Zoom: On,” “Face Detection” is set to “Off”
automatically.
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The right side of the bar shows
the digital zooming zone.
The zooming zone appears
when you move the zoom lever.
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Time Lapse REC
Using the Time Lapse feature, you can program your camcorder to create a time lapse video
by recording a series of frames over a set period of time with a set time interval between each
frame. The Time Lapse feature lets you create time lapse videos of blooming flowers and similar
subjects.
PRECHECK!
Select the Video record ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
To record in the Time Lapse REC mode, you must set the recording interval between frames
(Interval) and the total time the camcorder will record in Time Lapse (Duration), using the menu.
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Time Lapse REC.”
2. Touch the “Interval” or “Duration” and drag up or down to set the
value.
3. Touch the (
OK
) tab to complete the setting.
4. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
5. After setting the Time Lapse REC mode, press the Recording
start/stop button.
The Time Lapse recording starts.
Time Lapse REC only supports the 1080/30p resolution and
Super Fine quality.
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Submenu items
Off: Disables the function.
On ( ): Enables the interval recording function.
Images are automatically captured one frame at a time, at the
specified interval or the duration, and stored in the storage media.
- Interval: Image is captured one frame at time at the set interval.
01 Sec 03 Sec 05 Sec 10 Sec 30 Sec
- Duration: Total time from start to end of the recording.
24 Hr 48 Hr 72 Hr ⳼ (Unlimited)
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Example of Time Lapse Recording
The Time Lapse Recording function
records image frames at a predefined
interval over the total recording time to
produce a time-lapse video.
Time Lapse Recording is useful for
filming the following subjects:
• Blooming flowers
• A bird building a nest
• Clouds rolling by in the sky
Total time for recording
Recording interval
Timeline
Time for recording on the
storage media (a video clip of
Time Lapse REC)
(The time lapse video file appears with
the Time Lapse REC ( ) icon.)
Time lapse recording mode is released once recording has been finished. To start another Time
Lapse Recording, repeat steps 1-5.
30 captured images compose a video of 1 second length. Since the minimum length of a video to
be saved by your camcorder is one second, the interval defines how long the time lapse recording
should be. For example, if you set the interval to “30 Sec,” time lapse recording should be set to at
least 30 minutes to record a minimum video length of 2 seconds (60 images).
Once time lapse recording finishes recording for the specified recording time, the camcorder
switches to the standby mode.
Press the Recording start/stop button if you want to stop time lapse recording.
Audio is not recorded during time lapse recording.
If a video recording fills up 1.8GB of storage memory, a new recording file is automatically started
at that point.
If the battery charge is exhausted during the time lapse recording, the camcorder saves the
recording up to that point and switches to standby mode. After some time, it displays a warning
message, then turns off automatically.
If memory runs out during a Time Lapse REC, the camcorder switches to standby mode after
saving what was recorded so far.
We recommend using the AC power adaptor for a time lapse recording.
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Play Option
You can set a specific playback style according to your preference.
PRECHECK!
Select the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the Video play ( /
SD
)
mode. page 49
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Play Option” then the desired
submenu item.
2. To exit the menu, touch the ( ) tab.
Submenu items
Play All ( ): Plays video clips in succession starting from the selected video to the last one, then returns to the
thumbnail index view.
Play One ( ): Plays the selected video only, and returns to the thumbnail view.
Repeat All ( ): Plays all the video clips repeatedly until the Return ( ) tab is touched.
Repeat One ( ): Plays selected videos only repeatedly until the Return ( ) tab is touched.
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Background Music
You can watch a video while listening to background music stored in the internal memory or in
a memory card. Set the background music to your preference.
PRECHECK!
Select the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the Video play ( /
SD
)
mode. page 49
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Background Music.”
2. Drag up/down or touch the items for genre and instrument to set
the background music.
3. To exit the menu, touch the ( ) tab.
Submenu items
Genre: You can select the genre of the background music. (Random, Ballad, Jazz, Dance & Disco, Pop, Rock, R&B,
Latin, Electronic, Instrumental)
Instrument: You can select the instrument of the background music. (Random, Piano, Synthesizer, Guitar, Violin, Bell
& Harp, Flute, Trumpet, Drum)
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While setting the background music, when the memory card has no sound sources, the genre supports Random, Ballad, Jazz, and Dance
& Disco only, and the instrument is set to Random.
If you change the genre, Instrument is set to “Random” automatically.
Depending on music files stored in the memory card, the supported genres and instruments vary.
For use of external sound sources, see page 149
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Highlight
The Highlight function plays a portion of each recorded video at random.
PRECHECK!
Select the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the Video play ( /
SD
) mode. page 49
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Highlight” then the desired
submenu item.
2. To exit the menu, touch the ( ) tab.
If you run the Highlight function in the date thumbnail display, Highlight plays random portions of all
the files in the selected date set.
Submenu items
Recent ( ): Plays a portion of each video that you recorded within
the last 24 hours.
All ( ): Plays a portion of every video file.
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Video Duration Highlight playback time
Less than 5 sec. Full playback
5 to 30 sec. Plays 5 seconds at random.
30 sec. to 5 min. Plays 5 seconds of each 30 second section at random.
5 min. to 10 min. Plays 11 seconds of each 2 minute section at random.
Over 10 min. Plays 15 seconds of each 3 minute section at random.
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VIEW
This function provides a preview of a storyboard to be printed,
giving you a digest of a recorded video so you don’t need to
review the entire video.
PRECHECK!
Select the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the
Video play ( /
SD
) mode. page 49
1. Press the VIEW button.
2. Touch the desired video.
16 i-Frame images appear on the LCD screen.
The images from the video are selected at regular intervals,
and comprise the preview of the storyboard to be printed.
When you select a thumbnail from the 16 i-Frame images,
playback starts from the thumbnail.
3. To save the storyboard image on the storage media, touch the
Story-board print (
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) tab “Yes.”
You can find the saved storyboard image in the photo
thumbnail view. page 53
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The iVIEW function may not show all 16 i-Frame thumbnails in the following case:
- The recorded video is too short. To extract 16 i-Frame thumbnails from a video, its recorded
time should be longer than 16 seconds.
The VIEW function is not available in the following case.
- The thumbnail is displayed by date ( ) in the 3x1 display mode. page 49
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Story-Board Print
Using Storyboard Printing, you can make a digest image of a video that summarizes its story.
This function captures 16 still images at regular intervals from the video and makes one still
image of 16 splits so that you can save it into the storage media. It presents a quick overview of
your video, helping you to understand the whole narrative of the video.
PRECHECK!
Select the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the Video play ( /
SD
) mode. page 49
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Story-Board Print.”
2. Touch the desired video “Yes.”
The printed storyboard images files appears on the LCD screen
for a period of time.
The images are selected at regular intervals, and comprise a
storyboard of one still image with 16-split still frames.
You can also find the saved storyboard image in the photo
thumbnail view. page 53
•
•
•
The Story-Board Print function is not available under the
following conditions:
- If the free space available on the storage medium is insufficient.
- When the number of files reaches 9999.
The storyboard printing may not show all 16 i-Frame
thumbnails in the following case:
- The recorded video is too short. To extract 16 i-Frame
thumbnails from a video, its recorded time should be longer
than 16 seconds.
•
•
Slide Show Start
You can view a photo slide show with background music.
PRECHECK!
Select the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the photo ( ) mode. page 49
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Slide Show Start.”
The ( ) indicator is displayed. The slide show starts from the
current selected photo.
2. Touch the Return ( ) to stop the slide show.
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Slide Show Music
You can watch a video while listening to background music stored in the internal memory or in
a memory card. Set the background music to your preference.
PRECHECK!
Select the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the Photo play ( ) mode. page 49
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Slide Show Music” then the
desired submenu item.
Touch the / tab or drag the LCD screen left or right to
select the desired item.
2. Touch the (
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the setting.
3. To exit the menu, touch the ( ) tab.
•
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Off: Turns off slide show background music.
Random: Repeats 7 background music files in random order.
Music Shake: You can select the genre or instrument of the background music.
Drag up/down or touch the items for genre and instrument to set the background music.
- Genre: You can select the genre of the background music. (Random, Ballad, Jazz,
Dance & Disco, Pop, Rock, R&B, Latin, Electronic, Instrumental)
- Instrument: You can select the instrument of the background music. (Random, Piano,
Synthesizer, Guitar, Violin, Bell & Harp, Flute, Trumpet, Drum)
Mist, Muse, Fall, Dawn, Party, Drops, Trip: 7 default background music files are stored
in the internal memory. You can select one of them.
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Jazz, and Dance & Disco only, and the instrument is set to Random.
If you change the genre, Instrument is set to “Random” automatically.
Depending on music files stored in the memory card, the supported genres and instruments vary.
For use of external sound sources, see page 149
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Slide Show Interval
Set the interval between slide show transitions.
PRECHECK!
Select the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the Photo play ( ) mode. page 49
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Slide Show Interval” then the
desired submenu item.
2. To exit the menu, touch the ( ) tab.
Submenu items
1 Sec: The next slide appears at 1 second intervals.
3 Sec: The next slide appears at 3 second intervals.
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File Info
You can see image information for each image.
PRECHECK!
Select the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the Video play ( /
SD
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page 49
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “File Info.”
2. Touch the desired file to view the file information.
The information of the selected file appears.
3. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
•
You can also operate this function in the full and single image display
mode.
When thumbnails are displayed in the data ( ) 1x1, touch the
information ( ) tab to display the file information.
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You can enjoy your slide show with various transition effects.
PRECHECK!
Select the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the Photo play ( ) mode. page 49
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Slide Show Effect” then the
desired submenu item.
2. To exit the menu, touch the ( ) tab.
Submenu items
Off: Disables the function.
On: Enables slide show’s transition effect.
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• If the surrounding is too bright, adjust the brightness of the LCD screen.
• Adjusting the LCD screen does not affect the image being recorded.
LCD Brightness
This camcorder’s LCD brightness is optimized at the factory. However, you can adjust the LCD
brightness according to the ambient environment.
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab Display setting ( ) “LCD
Brightness.”
2. Drag the control bar to left or right to adjust the setting values.
You can set values for LCD brightness between 0 and 10.
3. Touch the (
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4. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
•
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LCD Enhancer
You can view clear and detailed images on the LCD screen in bright, outdoor light.
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab Display setting ( )
“LCD Enhancer.”
2. Touch the desired submenu item.
3. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
Submenu items
Off: Disables the function.
On: Enables the LCD enhancer.
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Guideline
Guideline displays straight line patterns on the LCD screen that can help you set the image composition when
recording images. The camcorder provides 3 types of guidelines.
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab Display setting ( ) “Guideline.”
2. Touch the desired submenu item.
3. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
Submenu items
Off: Disables the function.
Cross ( ): Placing the subject at the center cross point puts the subject
in the middle of the frame.
Grid ( ): For recording multiple subjects. Putting subjects at or near the
grid cross points creates a balanced composition.
Safety Zone ( ):
Positioning subjects within the Safety Zone rectangle
ensures they will be recorded.
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Guidelines are not recorded.
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You can set the Date/Time Display function so that the date and time appear on the LCD
screen.
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab Display setting ( ) “Date/Time
Display.”
2. Touch the desired submenu item.
3. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
Submenu items
Off : Current date/time information is not displayed.
Date : Displays the current date.
Time : Displays the current time.
Date & Time : Displays the current date and time.
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•
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The date/time will read “JAN/01/2010 12:00 AM” in the following case:
- When the built-in rechargeable battery is depleted.
The date and time displayed by this function depend on the “Date Type” and “Time Type” settings. page 99
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TV Display
When your camcorder is connected to a TV, you can select whether the camcorder’s On
Screen Display (OSD) appears on the TV screen.
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab Display setting ( ) “TV Display.”
2. Touch the desired submenu item.
3. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
Submenu items
Off : The OSD (On Screen Display) menus appear only on the
camcorder’s LCD screen.
On : The OSD menus appear on the LCD screen and the TV screen.
•
•
The menu screen, thumbnail display, and demo screens are shown on the TV even if you set “TV
Display” to “Off.”
TV Type
You can set the screen ratio of the TV to connect with the camcorder.
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab Display setting ( ) “TV Type.”
2. Touch the desired submenu item.
3. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
Submenu items
16:9: Select when connecting to a wide screen TV (16:9).
4:3: Select when connecting to a standard, analog TV (4:3).
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Auto LCD Off
You can set the LCD screen to darken automatically when there is no user interaction for a
period of time to decrease power consumption.
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab Display setting ( )
“Auto LCD Off.”
2. Touch the desired submenu item.
3. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
Submenu items
Off : Disable the function.
On : When the camcorder is idle for more than 2 minutes in the STBY mode, or
for more than 5 minutes when recording a video, the power saving mode starts
by dimming the LCD screen.
•
•
When the “Auto LCD Off” function is enabled, you can press any button on the camcorder to return LCD
brightness to normal.
Auto LCD Off is disabled in the following cases:
- When the camcorder has a cable connection. (USB cable, AC power adaptor, etc.)
- While the Demo function is in operation.
•
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You can set the HDMI video output to match the input the TV you have connected supports.
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab Display setting ( ) “HDMI TV Out.”
2. Touch the desired submenu item.
3. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
Submenu items
Auto : The TV displays at a maximum resolution. (up to 1920x1080p)
480p : The recorded file is output in the 720x480p format. Use this setting
only when connecting to a standard, analog TV which supports SD (Standard
Definition) progressive scan (480p) signals through its HDMI jacks.
1080i : The recorded file is output in the 1920x1080i format.
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PC Software
If you set PC Software to On, you can use the built-in video and photo management software
by connecting the USB cable between the camcorder and your PC. With this software, you can
download stored video and photo images from the camcorder to your PC’s hard disk and edit
the video and photo files right on your PC’s screen.
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab Connectivity setting ( )
“PC Software.”
2. Touch the desired submenu item.
3. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
Submenu items
Off : Disables the function.
On : The built-in editing software launches when the camcorder is
connected to the PC.
•
•
The PC Software function is not available in the following condition:
- If “USB Connect” is set to “PictBridge”
To enable the PC Software function, set “USB Connect” to “Mass Storage,” in the system setting
menu option. page 94
The PC Software is compatible with the Windows OS’s only.
•
•
•
Remote
You can set the camcorder to operate with the supplied remote control.
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab Connectivity setting ( ) “Remote.”
2. Touch the desired submenu item.
3. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
Submenu items
Off: The remote control can not operate the camcorder.
On: The remote control can operate the camcorder.
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USB Connect
You can transfer data to a PC or print photos directly by establishing the USB connection.
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab Connectivity setting ( )
“USB Connect.”
2. Touch the desired submenu item.
3. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
Submenu items
Mass Storage : Connect to a PC to transfer videos or photos. page 133
PictBridge : Connect to a PictBridge printer to print photos directly (when
using the PictBridge function). page 126
•
•
Before connecting a USB cable, check whether the current USB mode is appropriate for the function
you want to use.
TV Connect Guide
You can view the TV Connect Guide for instructions before you connect the camcorder to your TV set.
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab Connectivity setting ( )
“TV Connect Guide.”
2. Touch the desired submenu item.
TV Connect Guide appears depending on the selected
submenu items.
Refer to the TV Connect Guide when connecting your
camcorder to other external devices.
3. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
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This camcorder supports Anynet+. Anynet+ is an AV network system that lets you control all
connected Samsung AV devices with a Samsung TV remote control that supports Anynet+.
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab Connectivity setting ( )
“Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC).”
2. Touch the desired submenu item.
3. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
When the camcorder is connected toa TV that supports
Anynet+, you can operate some functions of the camcorder
using the TV’s remote control.
•
Submenu items
Off: Disables the function.
On: The Anynet+ function is enabled.
•
•
If you turn on this camcorder when it is connected to an Anynet+ supporting TV by an HDMI cable,
the TV automatically turns on. If you do not want to use the Anynet+ function, set the “Anynet+
(HDMI-CEC)” to “Off.”
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supported TV.
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Storage Type (HMX-S15/S16 only)
You can record videos and photos on the internal memory or a
memory card. Select the desired storage media before you start
recording or playback. page 31
Storage Info
This function shows you the storage information of the selected storage media, such as used
and available memory space, etc.
PRECHECK!
Insert a memory card in the camcorder before viewing the storage information.
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab Other setting ( ) “Storage Info.”
2. Touch the desired submenu item. (HMX-S15/S16 only)
Used memory space, available memory space, and the
recordable time appears. Available space and recordable time
depend on the video resolution you’ve selected.
3. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
•
Submenu items (HMX-S15/S16 only)
Internal Memory: Displays the storage information of the internal
memory.
Card: Displays the storage information of the memory card.
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When you format the internal memory or memory card, a minimum of 40 MB is assigned for system
storage. System storage cannot store any video or photo data.
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Use this function if you want to delete all files completely or to correct problems on the storage media.
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab Other setting ( ) “Format.”
2. Touch the desired submenu item. (HMX-S15/S16 only)
A message appears asking for your confirmation.
3. Touch the “Yes” “Yes.”
The format is executed with a message.
4. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
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Do not format the storage media on a PC or other device.
Make sure to format the storage media on this camcorder.
A memory card with the protection tab set to lock cannot be formatted. page 33
If there is no storage media inserted, it can not be selected and its name will be dimmed on the menu.
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Do not remove the storage media or perform any other operation (such as turning off the power) during formatting.
Also, be sure to use the provided AC power adapter, as the storage media may be corrupted if the battery becomes
exhausted during formatting.
If the storage media becomes corrupted, format it again.
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Submenu item (HMX-S15/S16 only)
Internal Memory: Formats the internal memory.
Card: Formats the memory card.
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File No.
File names (numbers) are assigned to recorded images according to the numbering option you
select.
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab Other setting ( ) “File No.”
2. Touch the desired submenu item.
3. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
Submenu items
Series : Assigns file numbers in sequence even after you replace or format
the storage media or delete all files. Each file is given a unique file number that
allows convenient image management on a PC.
Reset : Resets the file number to 0001 after you run format, delete all files, or
insert a new memory card.
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When you set “File No.” to “Series.” each file is assigned a different number to avoid duplicating file names. This
numbering scheme is very useful when you want to manage your files on a computer.
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Date/Time Set
By setting the date and time, you can display the date and time of the
recording during playback. page 29
system setting
Time Zone
You can easily set the clock to the local time when using your camcorder while traveling.
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab Other setting ( ) “Time Zone”
“Visit”
2 Select the time zone by touching the ( )/( )/( )/( ) tab on the
LCD screen, then touch the (
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3. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
Submenu items
Home : The clock will be used according to your setting on the
Date/Time Set menu. Select Home when using your camcorder for
the first time or when returning the clock to your hometown date/
time settings.
Visit ( ) : When you visit a different time zone, the Visit function
lets you use the local time without changing your hometown time
setting. The clock is adjusted according to the time difference
between your home and the location you are visiting.
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Date Type
You can set the date display to one of four types.
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab Other setting ( ) “Date Type.”
2. Touch the desired submenu item.
3. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
Submenu items
2010/01/01 : The date is displayed in year/month (two-digit)/date
order.
JAN/01/2010 : The date is displayed in month/date/year order.
01/JAN/2010 : The date is displayed in date/month/year order.
01/01/2010 : The date is displayed in date/month (two-digit)/year
order.
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Time Type
You can set the time display type to 12 hour or 24 hour.
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab Other setting ( ) “Time Type.”
2. Touch the desired submenu item.
3. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
Submenu items
12Hr : Displays the time information in 12 hour units.
24Hr : Displays the time information in 24 hour units.
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system setting
Beep Sound
You can turn the beep that sounds when you touch tabs and buttons on the screen on or off.
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab Other setting ( ) “Beep Sound”
2. Touch the desired submenu item.
3. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
Shutter Sound
You can turn the shutter sound that plays when you press the PHOTO button on or off.
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab Other setting ( ) “Shutter Sound”
2. Touch the desired submenu item.
3. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
Beep Sound is canceled in the following cases:
- During recording and playing
- When the camcorder has a cable connection. (Audio/Video cable, Mini HDMI cable, etc.)
Submenu items
Off : Disables the function.
On : You will hear a beep sound when operating buttons or tabs
such as the Power ( ) button or recording start/stop button.
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Off : Disables the function.
On : You will hear the shutter sound when operating the PHOTO
button.
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The Shutter Sound is disabled under the following conditions:
- When you press the PHOTO button while recording video.
- When the camcorder has a cable connection. (Audio/Video cable, Mini HDMI cable, etc.)
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Auto Power Off
You can set your camcorder to turn off automatically if it is idle for 5 minutes without performing
an operation. This function prevents unnecessary power consumption.
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab Other setting ( ) “Auto Power Off”
2. Touch the desired submenu item.
3. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
Submenu items
Off : Disable the function.
5 Min : The camcorder turns off if idle for 5 minutes without
performing an operation.
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Auto Power Off does not work in the following situations:
- When the camcorder has a cable connection. (USB cable, AC power adaptor, etc.)
- While the Quick On STBY function is in operation.
- While the Demo function is in operation.
- While the camcorder is recording, playing (except when in pause), or running a photo slide
show.
To operate the camcorder again, press the Power ( ) button.
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system setting
Quick On STBY
When you are going to record frequently for an extended time, use the Quick On STBY function.
In standby mode, closing the LCD screen starts the Quick On STBY mode to reduce energy
consumption. Once you are ready to record again, this function lets the camcorder come on
quickly from the power saving mode.
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab Other setting ( )
“Quick On STBY”
2. Touch the desired submenu item.
3. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
In the standby mode, closing the LCD screen will soon
execute the Quick On STBY mode, and then the camcorder
turns off after the selected time setting.
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Submenu items
Off : In the standby mode, closing the LCD screen turns off the
camcorder.
5 Min : In the standby mode, closing the LCD screen starts the
Quick On STBY mode after a short period of time. After 5 minutes in
Quick On STBY mode, the camcorder turns off.
10 Min : In the standby mode, closing the LCD screen starts the
Quick On STBY mode after a short period of time. After 10 minutes
in Quick On STBY mode, the camcorder turns off.
20 Min : In the standby mode, closing the LCD screen starts the
Quick On STBY mode after a short period of time. After 20 minutes
in Quick On STBY mode, the camcorder turns off.
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recording. However, you can effectively reduce energy consumption by using the Quick On STBY
function in situations where you are going to record frequently over an extended time and need the
camcorder to start up quickly.
The mode indicator keeps blinking in the Quick On STBY mode.
The Quick On STBY mode is not available under the following conditions:
- When the LCD screen is open.
- When you operate the buttons on the camcorder.
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Manual Dial
You can assign one frequently used function (focus, aperture, shutter speed, or exposure) to
the Manual Dial and then use the Manual Dial to set that function during recording.
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab Other setting ( ) “Manual Dial”
2. Touch the desired submenu item.
3. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
REC Lamp
You can set the REC lamp function on so that the REC lamp lights up when you are recording.
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab Other setting ( ) “REC Lamp”
2. Touch the desired submenu item.
3. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
Submenu items
Focus: Focus function is assigned to the Manual Dial.
Aperture: Aperture function is assigned to the Manual Dial.
Shutter: Shutter function is assigned to the Manual Dial.
EV: Exposure value function is assigned to the Manual Dial.
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Submenu items
Off: The recording lamp does not light up durng recording.
On: The recording lamp on the front of the camcorder lights up
while you are recording, indicating that the camcorder is recording a
video or photo.
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system setting
Language
You can select the language the camcorder uses to display the menu
and messages. page 30
Default Set
You can restore all menu settings to the default conditions (factory settings).
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab Other setting ( ) “Default Set”
A message appears asking for your confirmation.
2. Touch "Yes" if you want all the settings returned to the default.
The Time Zone screen appears after all settings return to the
default.
3. Set the date and time again. page 29
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Do not turn off the power while using this function.
Initializing the camcorder settings to factory defaults does not affect recorded images.
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Demo
Demo mode automatically shows you the major functions that are included with your camcorder
so that you can use them more easily.
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab Other setting ( ) “Demo”
2. Touch the desired submenu item.
3. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
Submenu items
• Off: Disables the function.
• On: Enables the Demo function.
The Demo function does not operate in the following case:
- If “Auto Power Off” is set to “5 Min”(uses the battery as main power), the Auto Power Off function
turns the camcorder off before Demo can run. page 101
The Demo mode is canceled in the following cases:
- If the LCD screen is touched.
- If any button is operated (Recording start/stop, Display ( ), SMART AUTO, MODE, PHOTO,
etc.) However, the camcorder will enter the Demo mode automatically after 5 minutes in STBY mode
if it is idle for 5 minutes without an operation. If you don’t want the Demo function to start, set “Demo”
to “Off”.
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DELETING A SECTION OF A VIDEO (PARTIAL DELETE)
You can delete a section of a video. As the partial delete function changes the original video file,
store a copy of the original video file separately before starting this function.
PRECHECK!
Insert a memory card. page 32
Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-S15/S16 only) page 31
Select the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the Video play ( /
SD
) mode. page 49
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Edit” “Partial Delete.”
2. Touch the video you want to edit.
The camcorder displays the video in paused mode.
3. Select the start point to delete using the playback control tabs,
then touch the ( ) indicator at the start point.
Playback related tabs: / / / / / / /
Drag the playback progress bar to left or right on the LCD
screen to move directly to the start point you want.
The () indicator appears at the start point.
4. Select the end point to delete using the playback control tabs, then
touch the ( ) indicator at the end point.
Drag the playback progress bar to left or right on the LCD
screen to move directly to the desired point.
The () indicator appears at the end point.
5. Touch the Cut ( ) tab.
The message to confirm is displayed.
6. Touch “Yes.”
The section between the start and end points is deleted.
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You can also operate this function in the full and single image display mode.
You can not edit files that display the protect indicator ( ). Cancel the protect function first. page 109
Touch the Return ( ) tab to cancel the partial deletion before it is complete or to restart the Partial Delete function.
The Partial Delete function is not available under the following conditions.
- If the recorded time of a section you want to delete is less than 3 seconds.
- If the total recorded time of a video after partial deletion is less than 3 seconds.
- If the remaining memory space is less than 15MB.
If the start point is placed behind the end point, the start/end points will be changed automatically.
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The deleted section of the original video can not be recovered.
Do not eject a memory card or power off while editing a video recorded on the storage media. Doing so may
damage the storage media or data.
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DIVIDING A VIDEO
You can divide a video into two, and easily delete a section you no longer need. As this function
changes the original file, backup the original video file before starting this function.
PRECHECK!
Insert a memory card. page 32
Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-S15/S16 only) page 31
Select the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the Video play ( /
SD
) mode. page 49
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Edit” “Divide.”
2. Touch the desired video to edit.
The camcorder displays the video in paused mode.
3. Find the point of division by touching the playback control tabs.
Playback control tabs: / / / / / / /
Drag the playback progress bar to left or right on the LCD
screen to move directly to the division point.
4. Touch the Pause ( ) tab at the point of division, then touch the
Cutting ( ) tab.
A message appears asking for your confirmation.
5. Touch “Yes.”
The video is divided into two video clips.
The second portion of the divided video is displayed as the last
thumbnail.
After the division, you can partially delete unnecessary sections
of the divided videos or combine them with other videos.
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You can not divide files that display the protect indicator ( ). Cancel the protect function first.
page 109
The beginning or end of the divided videos may drift by approx. 2 seconds before or after the
division point .
The Divide function is not available under the following conditions:
- If the total recorded time of the video is less than 6 seconds.
- If you trying to divide sections without leaving 3 seconds at the beginning and the end.
- If the remaining section of the memory space is less than 15MB.
- Photos cannot be divided.
- When the number of files reaches 9999.
- The division function does not work if available space on the storage is insufficient.
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Do not eject a memory card or power off while editing a video recorded on the storage media.
Doing so may damage the storage media or data.
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COMBINING VIDEOS
You can combine two different videos. As this function combines two files into one and does
not preserve the original files, make sure to back up the original files before you combine them.
PRECHECK!
Insert a memory card. page 32
Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-S15/S16 only) page 31
Select the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the Video play ( /
SD
) mode. page 49
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Edit” “Combine.”
2. Touch the video thumbnails you want to combine in the order you
want them to appear in the combined video.
The ( ) indicator and the order number are displayed on the
selected videos. Touching the video thumbnail toggles the
image between being selected ( ) or not selected.
The ( ) indicator does not appear if the videos you selected
were recorded in different resolutions.
3. Touch the (
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A message appears asking for your confirmation.
4. Touch “Yes.”
The selected video files are combined in the chosen order and stored as one video.
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You can not combine files that display the protect indicator ( ). Cancel the protect function first.
page 109
The original videos are not preserved. Back up the originals before you combine.
The Combine function is not available under the following conditions:
- If the videos you want to combine were recorded in different resolution formats. (For example,
videos recorded at “Resolution: 1080/60i(XF)” and “Resolution: 720/60p” cannot be
combined.
- If the file size of the combined videos exceeds 1.8 GB.
- If a video’s file format is not supported by the camcorder.
- When playing a video file.
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Doing so may damage the storage media or data.
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If the write protection tab on the memory card is set to lock, you cannot apply this function.
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PROTECTION FROM ACCIDENTAL ERASURE
You can protect important recordings from accidental erasure. The protected videos and
photos can not be deleted unless you cancel the protection or format the storage medium.
PRECHECK!
Insert a memory card. page 32
Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-S15/S16 only) page 31
Select the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the Video play ( /
SD
) or Photo play ( ) mode.
page 49
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Protect” then the desired
submenu item.
If you touched “Select Files”, you will see image thumbnails.
Go to Step 2.
If you touched All On or All Off, you will see the message that
corresponds to that option. Go to Step 3.
2. Touch the files you want to protect. After you have selected all
the files you want to protect, touch the OK tab. Go to Step 3.
See Submenu items below for additional details
3. Touch “Yes.”
If you selected All On, the ( ) indicator appears on all files.
If you selected All Off, the ( ) indicator disappears from all
protected files.
If you selected “Select Files”, the indicator appears on the files you selected for
protection and disappears from the files you removed protection from.
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Submenu items
Select Files: Protects individual images.
Touch the images to protect from erasure.
The ( ) indicator is displayed on the selected images.
Touching the thumbnail image toggles the image
between being selected ( ) or not selected.
Touch the (
OK
) tab.
All On: Protects all images.
All Off: Releases the protected images all at once.
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Deleted images cannot be recovered.
Do not eject a memory card or power off while deleting videos recorded on the storage media. Doing so
may damage the storage media or data.
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DELETING FILES
You can erase your recordings one by one, or at once.
PRECHECK!
Insert a memory card. page 32
Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-S15/S16 only) page 31
Select the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the Video play ( /
SD
) or Photo play ( ) mode.
page 49
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Delete” then the desired submenu
item.
If you touched “Select Files”, you will see image thumbnails.
Go to Step 2.
If you touched All Files, you will see the message that
corresponds to that option. Go to Step 3.
2. Touch the files you want to delete. After you have selected all the
files you want to delete, touch the OK tab. Go to Step 3.
See Submenu items below for additional details
3. Touch “Yes.”
If you selected All Files, the camcorder deletes all the files in
storage media, except for those that are protected.
If you selected “Select Files”, the camcorder deletes the files you selected.
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To protect important images from accidental erasure, activate the image protection function in advance.
page 109
You can not delete protected files. Cancel the protect function first. page 109
If the write protection tab on the memory card is set to lock, you cannot delete the images. page 33
The delete function does not work if battery charge is insufficient. It is recommended to use AC power to
continue power supply during the deletion.
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Submenu items
Select Files: Deletes individual images.
Touch the images you want to delete. The ( ) indicator is displayed on
the selected images. Touching the thumbnail image toggles the image
between being selected ( ) or not selected. Touch the (
OK
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All Files: Deletes all images.
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COPYING FILES (HMX-S15/S16 ONLY)
You can copy videos and photos stored in the internal memory to the external flash memory
card. Copying to the memory card does not delete originals in the internal memory.
PRECHECK!
Insert the memory card in your camcorder. page 32
Select the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the Video play ( /
SD
) or Photo play ( ) mode.
page 49
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Copy” then the desired submenu
item.
If you touched “Select Files”, you will see image thumbnails.
Go to Step 2.
If you touched All Files, you will see the message that
corresponds to that option. Go to Step 3.
2. Touch the files you want to copy. After you have selected all the
files you want to copy, touch the OK tab. Go to Step 3.
See Submenu items below for additional details.
3. Touch “Yes.”
If you selected All Files, the camcorder copies all the files in
storage media.
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You can not copy a file if the memory card has insufficient free space. Remove unnecessary files
before proceeding. page 110
The copy function does not work if the battery charge is insufficient. We recommend you use the
AC power supply to provide continuous power during the copying.
You cannot copy files if the number of video and photo files on the storage media you want to copy
is 9999.
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Submenu items
Select Files: Copy individual images.
Touch the images you want to copy.
The ( ) indicator is displayed on the selected images.
Touching the thumbnail image toggles the image
between being selected ( ) or not selected.
Touch the (
OK
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All Files: Copy all images.
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wireless network connection
and configuration (HMX-S15/S16 only)
AUTO CONNECTING TO A NETWORK
You can connect to a network using an AP (access point) in the wireless network service area.
PRECHECK!
Select the record ( / ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
1. Touch the Network ( ) tab “Settings” “Access Point Setting.”
The camcorder automatically scans for available APs available in the network.
To reload the AP device list, touch the Refresh ( ) tab.
2. In the list that appears, touch the desired AP.
The camcorder connects to the network if you are using an unsecured AP (an AP
without a Security Key or Pass Phrase).
If you select a WPS AP, touch the WPS PBC tab on the bottom of the LCD screen,
and then press the WPS button on the AP device or router within 2 minutes, which
will be activated on the screen.
If you select a secure AP, touch the ( ) tab and proceed to the next step.
3. Configure the network settings. See the Submenu items below.
4. Touch the (
OK
) tab.
The camcorder connects to the network via the selected AP.
You can check the signal strength in the top right corner of the screen.
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WPS
WPS (WiFi Protected Setup) AP
The camcorder automatically connects to the wireless
network safely and easily.
Secured AP
The camcorder connects to the wireless network using the
assigned password and IP setting.
Ad-hoc AP
It will connect to the network using a mobile terminal that
supports wireless communication.
Signal strength
Displays the strength of the wireless signal from the AP device.
OFFOFF
Not connected
Very weak
Weak
Normal
Very strong
Signal Strength
AP Information
Submenu items
Authentication: Select an authentication type according to your AP’s setting.
(Open, Shared, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK).
When you select Open or Shared, WPA is automatically set.
Data Encryption: Select an encryption type according to your AP’s setting.
(Disabled, WEP, TKIP, AES, TKIP/AES Mixed)
Network Key: Enter the password using the keyboard that appears, and then touch the
(
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IP Setting: The default is Auto. To set the IP manually, refer to page 114.
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Even if AP authentication and Data Encryption have been detected, set the authentication mode to
Open or Shared.
If the camcorder does not detect the AP automatically, you can set the network properties directly.
page 112
Data encryption settings by authentication type are below:
- Open
Disabled or WEP
- Shared
WEP
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TKIP or AES
- WPA2-PSK
TKIP or AES
Compatibility with an AP that has not been formally Wi-Fi certified cannot be guaranteed.
The wireless network connection may not be stable, depending on the connected AP.
When the distance from AP is large, the network connection takes longer and video stuttering may
occur.
If there is an electric device using the same frequency range as the network near the camcorder,
you may experience wireless interference.
If an AP device is named in a language other than English, it may not be displayed in the AP list or,
if it is, it may appear in a corrupted format or font.
For the network settings and password, contact the network administrator or the service provider.
If you are prompted to get authenticated in a separate process, you may be disconnected from the
network. If this occurs, please contact the service provider.
The letters and numbers used in passwords may differ, depending on the encryption type.
You may not be able to connect to the wireless network, depending on the conditions.
The AP search may find a printer that supports the wireless network, but you can not use the
printer to connect to the network.
The service provider may charge you a fee for the wireless connection under the contract made
between you and the service provider.
Channels available for the networking differ according to the region (country).
Some countries may restrict wireless networking under local radio regulation laws.
We recommend you connect your camcorder to networks only inside the country where you
purchased it.
When the Data Encryption is set to WEP or TKIP for 802.11n AP connection, you can access in the
802.11g mode. In the 802.11g mode, the network connection and speed are not guaranteed.
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MANUAL NETWORK CONNECTION
By typing in the IP address, you can connect to a network via an AP (access point) in the
wireless network service area.
PRECHECK!
Select the record ( / ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
1. Touch the Network ( ) “Settings” “Access Point Setting”
the desired AP’s icon ( ) “IP Setting” “Manual.”
The IP setup screen appears.
If you select a WPS AP, touch the WPS PIN tab on the bottom
of the LCD screen, and then enter the generated PIN number in
the AP device within 2 minutes.
2. Touch each item and enter the required value by using the virtual
keyboard.
3. When done, touch the (
OK
) tab.
The camcorder connects to the network via the selected AP.
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IP: Provide the IP address.
Subnet Mask: Provide the subnet mask.
Gateway: Provide the gateway.
DNS Server: Provide the DNS address.
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For more information about the network settings, contact the network administrator or the service
provider.
The network settings may differ, depending on network conditions.
Do not try to connect to a network that you have no permission to access.
Use a fully charged battery while you are using network services.
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DEVICE INFORMATION
Enter your device name so that your camcorder can be found easily by other devices.
PRECHECK!
Select the record ( / ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
1. Touch the Network ( ) “Settings” “Device Information”
Touch the device name field.
The virtual keyboard appears.
2. Touch the input bar and enter your device name.
3. When done, touch the (
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PLAYING VIDEOS/PHOTOS ON THE TV SCREEN
You can play the videos and photos in the camcorder on a TV screen through a network on a
Samsung TV that features DMR (Digital Media Renderer) based on DLNA.
We recommend using it with the TV supporting the AllShare function.
PRECHECK!
Connect the AP device and TV to a wired LAN. For more information, refer to the TV’s instruction manual.
Select the record ( / ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
1. Touch the Network ( ) “Play to TV.”
The camcorder connects to the network via the last AP it had been
connected to.
If the camcorder has never been connected to an AP, it scans for available
APs.
page 112
2. The camcorder displays the available APs. Touch the AP you want.
To reload the AP device list, touch the Refresh ( ) tab.
3. Touch the HD ( ), SD (
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Video or photo thumbnails appear.
The videos and photos in the thumbnails are displayed only in 4x3.
Use / to move to the previous or next page.
4. Touch the video or photos you want to play on the TV.
The videos or photos play on the TV screen, but the corresponding images
are just displayed on the camcorder’s LCD screen.
Play the selected video. When it fi nishes, return to the video thumbnails to
select another video to play.
If you select more than one photo, the photos play as a slide show.
As the photo slide show repeats endlessly, tap Return ( ) to stop the show.
5. To end “Play to TV,” touch the Exit tab.
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You can play only those videos and photos that were recorded by the camcorder on the TV screen.
The effective network connection range between the camcorder and the TV may differ depending on the AP.
If the camcorder is turned off abnormally (ex: network disconnection) while you are playing a video or photo on the TV, the TV
considers itself still connected to the camcorder.
Depending on the size of the video or photo fi le, it may take longer to connect to the TV and display.
You cannot enable this function if there are no recorded videos or photos in your camcorder.
When playing HD quality videos on TV, use 802.11n AP and set the AP to 802.11n. When the Data Encryption is set to WEP
or TKIP, 802.11g is the default setting so you cannot play HD quality videos on TV.
You can watch photos and videos up to 1000 fi les through TV. The more fi les you watch, the slower the camcorder operates.
We recommend storing the fi les below 1000.
This function supports only DLNA-certifi ed DMR (Digital Media Renderer).
This function may not operate properly on a Samsung HDTV that has no AllShare™ mark on it.
Video stuttering may occur, depending on the TV type and network status.
When a video stuttering occurs, change to a low video quality (SF, F or SD quality) for recording.
In case of a video stuttering while playing a video fi le through wireless connection, use HDMI or AV cable. pages 121, 123
While playing videos on a Samsung HDTV supporting AllShare™, if the screen stuttering repeatedly happens for over 3
seconds, consult with the call center.
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SHARING THE VIDEOS/PHOTOS
You can play the videos and photos in the camcorder on a TV that features DMP (Digital Media
Player) based on DLNA via the network.
PRECHECK!
Connect the AP device and TV to the wired LAN. For more information, refer to the TV’s instruction manual.
Select the record ( / ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
1. Touch the Network ( ) “Share.”
The camcorder connects to the network via the last AP it had
been connected to.
If the camcorder has never been connected to an AP, it scans
for available APs.page 112
2. Follow the directions in your TV’s users manual to activate and use
the TV’s DMP function.
3. Enjoy the videos and photos in the camcorder on the TV screen via the network.
To exit sharing, touch the Return ( ) tab.
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DLNA enables you to share multimedia contents
by connecting all home appliances in a network.
With DLNA, you can transfer and play videos and
photos using wireless connections between home
networked devices such as a TV or PC and your
camcorder.
What is DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)?
Connect the camcorder and AP wirelessly. Connect the TV and AP with cables.
You can play only those videos and photos that were recorded by the camcorder on the TV screen.
The effective network connection range between the camcorder and the TV may differ depending on the AP.
If the camcorder is turned off abnormally (ex: network disconnection) while you are playing a video or photo on the TV, the TV
considers itself still connected to the camcorder
It may take longer to transfer videos or photos to the device, depending on the network connection and the fi le size.
You cannot enable this function if there are no recorded videos or photos in your camcorder.
You can share photos and videos up to 1000 fi les. The more fi les you share, the slower the camcorder operates. We
recommend storing the fi les below 1000.
When playing HD quality videos on TV, use 802.11n AP and set the AP to 802.11n. When the Data Encryption is set to WEP
or TKIP, 802.11g is the default setting so you cannot play HD quality videos on TV.
This function is applied only to DLNA-certifi ed DMP (Digital Media Player).
This function may not operate properly on a Samsung HDTV that has no AllShare™ mark on it.
Video stuttering may occur, depending on the TV type and network status.
When a video stuttering occurs, change to a low video quality (SF, F or SD quality) for recording.
In case of a video stuttering while playing a video fi le through wireless connection, use HDMI or AV cable. pages 121, 123
While playing videos on a Samsung HDTV supporting AllShare™, if the screen stuttering repeatedly happens for over 3
seconds, consult with the call center.
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SAVING THE VIDEOS/PHOTOS TO A PC
You can save the videos and photos in the camcorder to a PC via the network.
PRECHECK!
Select the record ( / ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
1. Touch the Network ( ) “Backup to PC.”
The camcorder connects to the network via the last AP it had
been connected to.
If the camcorder has never been connected to an AP, it scans
for available APs. page 112
2. The camcorder displays the available APs. Touch the AP you want.
To reload the AP device list, touch the Refresh ( ) tab.
3. Touch the HD ( ), SD (
SD
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Video or photo thumbnails appear.
The videos and photos in the thumbnails are displayed only in
4x3.
Use / to move to the previous or next page.
4. Touch a video or photo you want to save to the PC.
The video or photo you selected is marked with a ( ) on the
screen. Each time you touch a file, it will be selected then
deselected alternately.
5. Touch the (
OK
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To cancel saving the files, touch Cancel.
6. To exit “Backup to PC,” touch the Exit ( ) tab.
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You can save only those videos and photos that were recorded by the camcorder.
The effective network connection range between the camcorder and the TV may differ depending
on the AP.
This function is available only after you have installed Samsung Kies on your PC. Samsung Kies is
a program that lets you transfer files wirelessly from your camcorder to your PC. For more details,
visit the website www.samsung.com.
The following folders and files are created in the internal memory and memory card to support Kies.
These files and folders are necessary for your computer to detect the camcorder through Kies. If the
names of these folders and files are modified or deleted, your PC can not detect the camcorder.
- system/Contents.xml, system/Device.xml
For the Kies environment configuration, see page 148.
If the camcorder turns off abnormally (ex: battery failure) while you are saving a video or photo to
your PC, the PC considers itself still connected to the camcorder.
It may take longer to transfer videos or photos to a device, depending on the network connection
and the file size.
You cannot enable this function if there are no recorded videos or photos in your camcorder.
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TRANSFERRING VIDEOS AND PHOTOS
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You can send or receive video or photo files between your camcorder and other devices.
PRECHECK!
Select the record ( / ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 27
1. Touch the Network ( ) “Device to Device.”
2. Touch “Send.”
Your camcorder creates and displays a password automatically,
then waits for the connection to the other camcorder.
3. If prompted to enter the password on the screen of the other
camcorder, enter the 4 digit password that was created on your
camcorder.
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The selected video or photo is marked with a ( ) on the screen.
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To cancel the transfer while it is in progress, touch Cancel.
7. To end the “Device to Device” transfer, touch the Return ( ) tab.
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1. Touch the Network ( ) “Device to Device.”
2. Touch “Receive.”
Search for the target camcorder.
If the target camcorder is not displayed in the search list, touch
the Refresh ( ) tab to search again.
3. Touch the target camcorder in the search list.
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This password is displayed on the screen of the camcorder that
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The camcorder starts transferring videos or photos.
5. To end the “Device to Device” transfer, touch the Return ( ) tab.
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your camcorder considers itself still connected and only indicates the disconnection after a certain
amount of time.
Depending on the wireless ad-hoc network’s conditions and the photo or video file sizes, it may
take a while to send or receive videos or photos.
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You cannot enable this function if there are no recorded videos or photos in your camcorder.
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etc.) that have the Device to Device transfer function.
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CONNECTING TO A HIGH DEFINITION TV WITH HDMI
You can view High Definition (HD) quality videos recorded in HD resolution on an HDTV using
an HDMI connection. This camcorder supports HDMI output to deliver high-definition video
transfer.
PRECHECK!
Check if there is an HDMI input jack on your TV.
Use the AC power adaptor to power the camcorder when you attach it to a TV.
Select “HDMI TV Out”.page 92
Using a mini HDMI cable
1. Connect the camcorder to a TV with a Mini HDMI cable.
Turn on the camcorder, and then connect a Mini HDMI cable. If you do not turn on the
camcorder first, the camcorder may fail to recognize the connected TV.
2. Set the TV’s input or source selector to the HDMI input you’ve attached the camcorder to.
Refer to the TV’s instruction manual to see how to select the TV’s input or source.
3. Select the playback mode on your camcorder, and then start to play back videos.
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When “HDMI TV Out” is set to “Auto,” you can play an SD video file in HD format.
This camcorder is provided with the “TV Connect Guide” menu function. If you try to connect
the camcorder to a TV and don’t have your user’s manual, you can use the “TV Connect Guide”
menu function to view connection instructions on the camcorder’s screen.page 94
You can use only a C to A type Mini HDMI cable with this camcorder.
The HDMI jack on the camcorder is for output only.
If an Anynet+ supported TV is connected to the camcorder by an HDMI cable, turning on the
camcorder may turn the TV’s power on. (an Anynet+ function) If you don’t want this to occur, set
“Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)” to “Off.” page 95
Use only HDMI 1.3 cable when connecting to the HDMI jack of this camcorder. If the camcorder is
connected with HDMI cables that are not version 1.3, the screen display may not work.
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HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is a compact audio/video interface for transmitting
uncompressed digital data.
What is Anynet+ function?
The Anynet+ function lets you control all devices that support the Anynet + function with the same
remote. You can use the Anynet + function on the camcorder if the camcorder is connected with an
HDMI cable to an Anynet+ supported TV. For more information, refer to the Anynet+ supported TV’s
user manual.
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CONNECTING TO A REGULAR TV
You can view images recorded with your camcorder on a regular TV that supports standard
definition. This camcorder supports the composite output for standard definition video transfer.
PRECHECK!
Use the AC power adaptor to power the camcorder when you attach it to a TV.
Connecting an Audio/Video cable for the composite output
1. Connect the camcorder to a TV with an Audio/Video cable.
Turn on the camcorder, then connect a Audio/Video cable. If you do not turn on the
camcorder first, the camcorder may fail to recognize the connected TV.
2. Set the TV’s input or source selector to the input you’ve attached the camcorder to.
Refer to the TV’s instruction manual to see how to select the TV input.
3. Select the playback mode on your camcorder, and then start to play back videos.
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Make sure you’ve connected the camcorder to the correct input jacks. The TV screen may not display the
right video information if connected incorrectly.
When connecting to a TV using the Audio/Video cable, match the color of the cables to the color of the
corresponding jacks.
Video input may appear green depending on the TV. If this occurs, connect the yellow plug of the Audio/
Video cable to the green jack of the TV.
When the camcorder is connected to a TV with more than one kind of cable, the camcorder outputs video
signals in the following order of priority:
- HDMI Audio/Video (composite) output
This camcorder is provided with the “TV Connect Guide” menu function. If you try to connect the
camcorder to a TV and don’t have your user’s manual, you can use the “TV Connect Guide” menu
function to view connection instructions on the camcorder’s screen. page 94
If your TV has one audio jack (mono input), connect the yellow plug of the Audio/Video cable to the video
jack, the white plug to the audio jack, and leave the red plug unconnected.
Do not use excessive force when connecting the cable.
When you connect the camcorder to a TV using the Audio/Video cable, Images recorded in high-definition
image quality (1080/60i, 1080/30p or 720/60p) are played back in standard definition image quality.
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VIEWING ON A TV SCREEN
Image appearance depends on TV screen ratio
Set “TV Type” according to the screen ratio of the TV connected to the camcorder. page 91
Recording ratio Appearance on Wide (16:9) TV Appearance on 4:3 TV
Images recorded in a 16:9 ratio:
Video images
Photo images
Photo capture images
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connecting to a TV
Adjust the volume to a moderate level. If the volume is too high, the video information may include
noise.
If “TV Display” is set “Off,” the TV screen does not display the camcorder’s OSD (On Screen
Display) menus. page 91
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Videos recorded on this camcorder can only be dubbed using the Audio/Video cable in SD (standard
definition) image quality, regardless of the recording resolution (HD/SD).
You cannot dub to a recorder with an HDMI cable.
To copy a video recorded in HD (high definition) image quality in HD, use the built-in software of
your camcorder, and copy the video to your computer. page 129
Because dubbing is performed via analog data transfer, the image quality may deteriorate.
To hide the screen indicators (such as the counter, etc.) on the screen of the connected monitor
device set “TV Display: Off.” page 91
To record the date/time, display it on the screen. page 90
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DUBBING TO A VCR OR DVD/HDD RECORDER
Videos recorded in this camcorder can be dubbed to a VCR or DVD/HDD recorders.
PRECHECK!
Videos are dubbed to the other recording device via analog data transfer. (composite connection) Use the
supplied Audio/Video cable.
Use the AC power adaptor to power the camcorder when you dub to a VCR or DVD/HDD recorder.
1. Connect your camcorder to the recording device (VCR or DVD/HDD recorder) with the
Audio/Video cable.
Connect your camcorder to the input jacks of the recording device.
If your recording device has an input selector, set it to the correct input mode.
2. Insert the storage device (tape, disc, etc.) into the recording device.
3. Start the playback on your camcorder, and record it on the recording device.
Refer to the instruction manuals supplied with your recording device for details.
4. When dubbing is finished, stop the recording device, and the your camcorder.
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DIRECT PRINTING WITH A PICTBRIDGE PRINTER
You can print photos directly by connecting this camcorder to a PictBridge printer (sold
separately) using a USB cable.
PRECHECK!
Insert the memory card. page 32
Select the desired storage media. (HMX-S15/S16 only) page 31
Select the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the Photo play ( ) mode. page 49
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab Connectivity setting ( ) tab
“USB Connect” “PictBridge.”
2. Use a USB cable to connect your camcorder to the printer.
3. Turn your printer power on.
The photo thumbnails appear.
4. Touch the photos you want to print, then touch the Print ( ) tab.
The corresponding message appears.
5. Touch “Yes.”
The selected photo is printed.
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Camcorder
Photo Printer
(Compatible with PictBridge)
If the camcorder is connected to a printer when “USB Connect” is set to “Mass Storage,” the
message “Fail USB Connecting Change ‘USB Connect’” appears. Set the “USB Connect” to
the “PictBridge” then connect the USB cable again.
Use the supplied USB cable.
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To set the number of prints
Touch the decrease ( )/increase ( ) tab to
set the number of copies to print.
• The number of copies is set.
To cancel the print setting
Touch the Return ( ) tab on the LCD screen.
To stop printing after printing starts
Touch “Cancel” on the screen.
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To set the date/time imprint
1. In the printer mode, touch the Menu ( ) tab “Date/Time.”
2. Touch the desired submenu item.
The selected date and time display option is set.
3. To exit the menu, touch the Return ( ) tab.
The selected date and time will be printed on photos.
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The date/time imprint option may not be supported by all printers. Check with your printer
manufacturer. The date/time imprint option cannot be setup if the printer does not support the
option.
PictBridge™ is a registered trademark of CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association), an image
transfer standard developed by Canon, Fuji, HP, Olympus, Seiko Epson, and Sony.
Use the AC power adaptor to power the camcorder during PictBridge printing. If the camcorder
shuts off during printing, it might damage data on the storage media.
Video images cannot be printed.
Photos recorded on other devices cannot be printed.
Various printing options are available depending on the printer. Refer to the printer’s user manual
for details.
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WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH A WINDOWS COMPUTER
You can perform the following functions by connecting your camcorder to your Windows computer with a
USB cable and using the Intelli-studio editing software built into your camcorder.
Intelli-studio editing software’s main functions.
- Playing back recorded videos or photos. page 131
- Editing recorded videos or photos. page 131
- Uploading the recorded videos and photos to YouTube, Flickr, Facebook, etc. page 132
You can transfer or copy the files (videos and photos) saved on the storage media into your computer. (the
mass storage function) page 133
The following requirements must be satisfied to use built-in editing software (Intelli-studio):
Items Requirement
OS Microsoft Windows XP SP2, Vista, or Windows 7
CPU Intel® Core 2 Duo® 1.66 GHz or higher is recommended
AMD Athlon ™ X2 Dual-Core 2.2 GHz or higher is recommended
(Notebook: Intel Core2 Duo 2.2GHz or AMD Athlon X2 Dual-Core 2.6GHz or higher
is recommended)
RAM 1GB or higher is recommended
Video Card nVIDIA Geforce 7600GT or higher Ati X1600 series or higher
Display 1024 x 768, 16-bit color or higher (1280 x 1024, 32-bit color recommended)
USB USB 2.0
Direct X DirectX 9.0c or higher
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System requirements
System requirements mentioned above are recommendations. Even on a system that satisfies the
requirements, Intelli-studio may not operate optimally.
On a slower computer than recommended, video playback may skip frames or operate
unexpectedly.
If the version of DirectX on your computer is lower than 9.0c, install DirectX 9.0c or higher.
We recommend transferring the recorded videos to a PC before playing back or editing the video
data.
To run Intelli-studio, a laptop computer requires better and faster components than a desktop PC.
Intelli-studio is not Macintosh compliant.
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Use the provided USB cable. (Supplied by Samsung)
Make sure you insert the USB plug into the USB jack with the plug facing in the correct direction.
Use the AC power adaptor to power the camcorder when transferring fi les to your computer.
When the USB cable is connected, turning the camcorder on or off may cause the PC to malfunction.
If you disconnect the USB cable from the PC or the camcorder while transferring, the data transmission will
stop and the data may be damaged.
If you connect the USB cable to a PC via a USB HUB or simultaneously connect the USB cable along with
other USB devices, the camcorder may not work properly. If this occurs, remove all USB devices from the
PC and reconnect the camcorder.
Intelli-studio may not automatically run. If this occurs, access My Computer or Windows Explorer, open the
drive that corresponds to your camcorder, fi nd Intelli-studio, and then run IStudio.exe.
While Kies is executing, the Intelli-studio does not run automatically.
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USING THE Intelli-studio PROGRAM
Using the Intelli-studio program
built into your camcorder, you
can transfer video and photo
fi les to your PC using a USB
cable and edit them on your PC
screen. Intelli-studio offers the
most convenient way for you to
manage your video and photo
fi les.
Step 1. Connecting the USB cable
1. Set “USB Connect: Mass Storage” and “PC Software: On.”
These are the default settings.
2. Connect the camcorder to a PC with the USB cable.
A new fi le saving screen appears with the Intelli-studio main
window.
Depending on your version of Windows, the removable disk window
also appears.
3. Click “Yes.” The uploading procedure starts. Click “Yes” to confi rm.
If you do not want to save a new fi le, select “No.”
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To disconnect the USB cable after completing the fi le transfer, you must follow these steps:
1. Click the “Safely Remove Hardware icon” icon on the taskbar.
2. Select “USB Mass Storage Device,” and then click “Stop.”
3. If the “Stop a Hardware device” window appears, click “OK.”
4. Disconnect the USB cable from the camcorder and PC.
To disconnect the USB cable
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Step 2. About the Intelli-studio main window
When the Intelli-studio starts up, video and photo thumbnails are displayed in the main window.
1. Menu items
2. Switches to Library of the computer and
connected camcorder.
3. Switches to Photo Edit mode.
4. Switches to Movie Edit mode.
5. Switches to Share mode.
6. :
Changes the size of thumbnails.
: Displays all files (videos and photos).
: Displays video files only.
: Displays photo files only.
: Displays voice files only.
7. Minimizes the connected device screen.
8. Displays videos and photos in various
ways.
Thumbnails: Displays video and photo
thumbnails.
Smart Album: Arrange multiple videos and
photos by various classifications.
Global Map: Displays the locations where
photos and videos were shot on a map.
9. Select the connected device.
10. Show directories of Contents Manager
and My Computer.
Contents Manager: You can classify
and manage videos and photos on your
computer.
My Computer: You can view videos and
photos saved in selected directories of
your computer.
11. Shortcut icons
: Navigates files (previous and next).
: Prints selected photo(s).
: View location of selected photo(s) with
GPS information.
: Registers to Contents Manager.
: Manages the registry of faces in the
selected photo.
Intelli-studio is a program commonly used in Samsung camcorders or digital cameras. Some functions
may not work depending on the product you purchased.
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Step 3. Playing back videos or photos
You can play back the recordings conveniently using the Intelli-studio application.
1. Run the Intelli-studio program. page 129
2. Click the desired folder to display your recordings.
Video (or photo) thumbnails appear on the screen,
depending on the folder you selected.
3. Choose the video or photo that you want to play.
You can view the file information by moving the
mouse over the file.
If you click a video thumbnail once, the video
plays back inside the thumbnail frame, allowing
you to search for a desired video with ease.
4. After you select the video or photo you want, double-click to play back.
Playback starts and playback controls appear.
Step 4. Editing videos or photos
With Intelli-studio, you can edit the videos or photos in
various ways. (Change Size, Fine-Tuning, Image Effect,
Insert Frame, etc.)
Before editing a video or photo in Intelli-studio,
make a backup copy of the video or photo file and
store it on your computer for safe-keeping using My
Computer or Windows Explorer.
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Intelli-studio supports the following file formats:
- Video formats: MP4 (Video: H.264, Audio: AAC), WMV (WMV 7/8/9)
- Photo formats: JPG, GIF, BMP, PNG, TIFF
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For more information about Intelli-studio use, see the
Help Guide by clicking “Help.”
The Intelli-studio application will run faster if you install
it on your Windows computer. To install, click “Tool”
“Install Intelli-studio on PC” on the Intelli-studio
screen.
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Step 5. Sharing the videos/photos online
Share your contents with the world by uploading photos and videos directly to a web site with
one click.
1. Select the videos or photos you want to share.
2. Click “Share” on the Intelli-studio browser.
The selected file appears on the sharing window.
3. Click the web site you would like to upload files to.
You can choose “YouTube,” “Fickr,” “Facebook,”
or another web site you want to set for your
uploading management.
4. Click “Upload” to start uploading.
A pop up window appears asking for your ID and
password.
5. Enter your ID and the password to access.
Access to the web site contents can be limited
depending on your web access environment.
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Flickr is an image hosting website, web services suite, and online community platform.
In addition to being a popular website for users to share personal photographs,
theservice is widely used by bloggers as a photo repository.
http://www.flickr.com/
Facebook is a global social networking website that is operated and privately owned
by Facebook, Inc. Users can add friends and send messages, and update their
personal profiles to notify friends about themselves. Additionally, users can join
networks organized by city, workplace, school, and region.
http://www.facebook.com/
YouTube is a video sharing website. Users can upload, view, and share personalized
video clips. The San Bruno-based service uses Adobe Flash technology to display
a wide variety of users-generated contents including video clips, TV clips and music
videos, as well as amateur contents such as video blogging and short original videos.
http://www.youtube.com/
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USING AS A REMOVABLE STORAGE DEVICE
You can copy video or photo files recorded by the camcorder to a Windows computer by
connecting the camcorder and computer with a USB cable.
Viewing the contents of storage media
1. Set “USB Connect” to “Mass Storage.” page 94
2. Set “PC Software” to “Off.” page 93
3. Select the storage media, if necessary.
4. Connect the camcorder to the PC with the USB cable.
page 129
The “Removable Disk” or “Samsung” window appears
on the PC’s screen after a moment.
Select “Open folders to view files using Windows
Explorer”, and then click “OK.”
5. The folders in the storage media appear.
Different file types are stored in different folders.
6. Select the desired folder or files to copy, then drag and
drop them into the destination folder.
The folder or files are copied from the storage media
to the PC.
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If the “Removable Disk” window does not appear,
confirm the connection (page 129) or perform Steps 1
through 4 again.
If the removable disk does not appear automatically,
open the removable disk folder in My Computer.
If the connected camcorder’s disk drive does not open
or the context menu that appears when right clicking
your mouse (open or browse) appears broken, your
computer is suspected to be infected by an Autorun
virus. Please update your anti-virus software to its latest
version and scan your disk drives.
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Photos Videos Index files, etc.
DLNA-related folder
(HMX-S15/S16 only)
Kies-related folder
(HMX-S15/S16 only)
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Structure of folders and files on the storage media
The folder and file structure for storage media are below.
File naming follows DCF (Design rule for Camera File System) rules.
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File format
Video files
Video files are compressed in H.264 format. The file extension is “.MP4.”
Refer to page 62 for the video resolution.
Photo files
Photo images are compressed in JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) format. The file
extension is “.JPG.”
Refer to page 62 for the photo resolution.
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The name of a video file recorded by the camcorder should not be modified. For proper playback, the
camcorder requires that files have their original folder and file names.
Video file (H.264) ➀
HD-quality videos have an HDV_####.MP4 name format.
SD-quality videos have a SDV_####.MP4 name format.
The file number used in the file name automatically
increases when you create a new video file.
A new folder is created when the file number has reached
9,999.
The folder names are given in the following order:
100VIDEO, 101VIDEO, etc. The maximum number of the
folders is 999.
The camcorder can create a maximum of 9,999 files in a
storage media.
Photo file ➁
As with video files,the file number used in the file name
automatically increases when you create a new photo file.
Photos have a SAM_####.JPG name format.
The folder names are given in the following order:
100PHOTO, 101PHOTO, etc.
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Before contacting a Samsung authorized service center, perform the following simple checks.
They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call.
WARNING INDICATORS AND MESSAGES
Problems may occur because of the following reasons. Check the information and take
corrective action.
Battery
Message Icon Informs that... Action
Low Battery - The battery is almost discharged. Replace with a charged battery or
connect the AC power adaptor.
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Check authenticity of
the battery. -The battery can not pass
authenticity check.
Check whether the battery is
authentic. If not, change to an
authentic Samsung battery.
We recommended you use only
genuine Samsung batteries in this
camcorder.
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Storage media
Message Icon Informs that ... Action
Internal Memory Full There is not enough space to
record on the internal memory.
Delete unnecessary files from the
internal memory.
Back-up files to your PC or another
storage media and delete files.
Use a memory card.
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Insert card There is no memory card inserted
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Card Full There is not enough space to
record on the memory card.
Delete unnecessary files from the
memory card.
Back-up files to PC or another
storage media and delete files.
Change memory card to another
one has enough free space.
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Card Locked
The write protection tab on an SD
or SDHC card has been set to
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Release the write protection tab.•
Card Error
The memory card has some
problem and can not be
recognized.
Change memory card with another
one.
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Message Icon Informs that ... Action
Not Formatted The memory card is not
formatted in this camcorder.
Format the memory card using
this camcorder.
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Not Supported
Format
The memory card may have
been formatted by another
device and may still have existing
images on it.
Files cannot be played as the
memory card format is not
supported by the camcorder. Use
the memory card after formatting
or the new one for recording with
a camcorder.
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Not Supported Card The memory card is not
supported in this camcorder.
Change the memory card with the
one recommended.
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Low Speed Card.
Please record at a
lower resolution.
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The memory card is not fast
enough to record at this
resolution.
Record video at a lower resolution
and quality.
Replace memory card with a
faster card.
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Recording
Message Icon Informs that ... Action
Write Error - Some problem occured while
writing data to storage media.
Turn the camcorder's power off
and on for data recovery.
If a file is not recovered, use the
camcorder to format the storage
media after backing up important
files to a PC or another storage
media.
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Auto -
You can not operate some
functions manually when Smart
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Release the Smart Auto function.•
Recovering Data…
Don’t power off and
keep card inside.
-The file was not created
normally.
Wait until data recovery is finished.
Never turn off the power or eject
memory card during recording.
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Recording
Message Icon Informs that ... Action
The number of video
files is full.
Cannot record
video.
-The number of video files that
can be stored is 9,999.
Delete unnecessary files from the
storage media.
Back up files to your PC or
another storage media and delete
files.
Change to another card which has
enough free space.
Set “File No.” to “Reset.”
Format the storage media.
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The number of
photo files is full.
Cannot take a
photo.
-The number of photo files that
can be stored is 9,999.
Delete unnecessary files on the
storage media.
Back up files to your PC or another
storage media and delete files.
Change to another card which has
enough free space.
Set “File No.” to “Reset.”
Format the storage media.
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File number is full.
Cannot record
video.
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Folder and file number have
reached the maximum number
and you can not record.
Set “File No.” to “Reset” and
format the storage media.
Remember to back up important
files before formatting.
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File number is full.
Cannot take a
photo.
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Folder and file number have
reached the maximum number
and you can not record.
Set “File No.” to “Reset” and
format the storage media.
Remember to back up important
files before formatting.
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Playback
Message Icon Informs that ... Action
Read Error -
Some problems occurred when
reading data from the storage
media.
Use the camcorder to format the
storage media after backing up
important files to a PC or another
storage device.
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Corrupted file - This file can not be read.
Use the camcorder to format the
storage media after backing up
important files to a PC or another
storage device.
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Editing videos
Message Icon Informs that ... Action
Cannot select
different resolution -The files you want to combine
have different resolutions.
You can not combine files that
have different resolutions.
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Not enough free
space in Internal
Memory.
-You cannot edit due to
insufficient internal memory.
Edit after deleting unnecessary
files.
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Not enough free
space in Card. -
You cannot edit due to
insufficient space on memory
card.
Edit after deleting unnecessary
files.
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Select 2 files for
combine. -Only two files can be combined.
Combine two files first then
combine the other. But, files
cannot be combined when the
total size of the files exceeds
1.8GB.
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Total file size is over
than 1.8GB. -
The files whose total size is
likely to exceed 1.8GB cannot
be combined.
Perform a divide or partial
delete function first to delete
unnecessary parts of the files,
and then perform the combine
function.
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Cannot edit less
than 6sec file. -
A file with a total playback time
under 6 seconds cannot be
partially deleted or divided.
Edit files with recording times over
6 seconds.
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USB
Message Icon Informs that... Action
Fail Printer
Connecting
Change 'USB
Connect'
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A problem occurred when
connecting the camcorder via
USB to a printer.
Check the USB cable.
Try the connection procedure
again.
Switch “USB connect” function to
“PictBridge.”
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Fail USB
Connecting
Change 'USB
Connect'
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A problem occurred when
connecting the camcorder via
USB to a PC.
Check the USB cable.
Try the connection procedure
again.
Switch “USB connect” function to
“Mass Storage.”
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Ink Error - There is a problem with an ink
cartridge.
Check the ink cartridge.
Put a new ink cartridge into the
printer.
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Paper Error - There is a problem with the
paper.
Check the paper in the printer. If
there is no paper, insert paper.
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File Error - There is a problem with the
file.
Your camcorder does not support
this file format.
Try another file recorded on your
camcorder.
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Printer Error - There is a problem with the
printer.
Turn the printer’s power off and on.
Contact the printer manufacturer’s
service center.
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Print Error - A problem occurred during
printing.
Do not remove power source or
eject memory card during printing.
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Wireless Network
Message Icon Informs that... Action
Connection failed. Time
expire. -
WPS PBC button was
not pressed within 2
minutes, or WPS PIN
was not entered to AP.
Failed to connect to
the Sender in Device to
Device mode within 2
minutes.
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Try again and press WPS button
or enter the WPS PIN within 2
minutes.
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Connection failed. -
Camcorder’s WLAN
configuration does not
match to that of AP.
Configure the IP settings (auto
or manual) of your camcorder to
match the AP’s.
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Initializing failed. - Failed to initialize DLNA
devices.
Reset DLNA devices and try
again.
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No devices found. -
No renderer that can
be connected to the
camcorder is found in the
connected network.
Use Refresh button to search for
the renderer.
Check your network connection.
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No Wi-Fi AP found. -
No available AP is
found around you or the
camcorder’s WLAN is not
functioning properly.
Check whether an AP is available
near you.
If an available AP does exist and
the problem persists, contact
Samsung Service Center.
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File reception failed. -
Device on the other end
is turned off or network
connection has problem.
Check if recipient’s device is
turned on.
Check if network connection
works properly and try again.
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Invalid password. -
In Device to Device mode,
the Receiver’s and Sender’
s password do not match.
Correctly enter the password
sent by Sender in Receiver
screen.
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SYMPTOMS AND SOLUTIONS
If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung authorized
service center.
Power
Symptom Explanation/Solution
The camcorder does not turn on.
The battery may not be installed in your camcorder. Insert the
battery into the camcorder.
The inserted battery may be discharged.
Charge the battery or replace it with a charged one.
If you use the AC power adaptor, make sure it is properly
connected to a wall outlet.
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The power turns off automatically.
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 101
The battery is almost exhausted. Charge the battery or replace it
with a charged one.
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Power cannot be turned off. Remove the battery or unplug the AC power adaptor, and connect
the power supply to the camcorder again before turning it on.
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The battery is quickly discharged.
The temperature is too low.
The battery is not fully charged. Charge the battery again.
The battery has reached the end of its lifespan and cannot be
recharged.
Use another battery.
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Display
Symptom Explanation/Solution
The TV screen or LCD display has
distorted images or has stripes at
the top/bottom or on the left/right.
This can occur when recording or viewing a 16:9-ratio image on
a 4:3-ratio TV, or vice versa. For more details, see the display
specification. page 91
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Unknown image appears on the
LCD screen.
The camcorder is in Demo mode. If you do not want to see Demo
images, change the setting “Demo” to “Off.” page 105
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Unknown indicator appears on the
screen.
A warning indicator or message appears on the screen.
pages 135~140
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The afterimage remains on the LCD
screen.
This occurs if you disconnect the AC power adaptor or remove the
battery before turning the power off.
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The image on the LCD screen looks
dark.
Ambient light is too bright. Adjust the brightness and angle of LCD.
Use LCD enhancer function.
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Recording
Symptom Explanation/Solution
Pressing the Recording start/stop
button does not start recording.
Press the MODE button to set the Video record mode. page 27
There is not enough free space to record on the storage media.
Check if memory card is not inserted or write-protect tab is set to
lock.
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The actual recording time is less
than the estimated recording time.
The estimated recording time may vary depending on content and
features used.
When you record an object that moves fast, the actual recording
time may be shortened.
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The recording stops automatically.
There is no more free space for recording on the storage media.
Back up important files on your PC and format the storage media
or delete the unnecessary files.
If you make recordings or delete files frequently, the performance
of the storage media deteriorates. If this occurs, format the storage
media again.
If you use a memory card with low writing speed, the camcorder
automatically stops recording videos and a corresponding
message appears on the LCD screen.
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When recording a subject
illuminated by bright light, a vertical
line appears.
This is not a malfunction.•
When the screen is exposed to
direct sunlight during recording, the
screen becomes red or black for an
instant.
This is not a malfunction.•
During recording, the date/time
does not display.
“Date/Time Display” is set to “Off.” Set the “Date/Time Display”
to On. page 90
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You cannot record a photo image.
Set your camcorder to the Photo record mode. page 27
Release the lock on the write-protection tab of the memory card if
any.
The storage media is full. Use a new memory card or format the
storage media. page 97 Or remove unnecessary images.
page 110
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You don’t hear the shutter sound
when you record a photo image.
Set “Shutter Sound” to “On.”
During dual recording, the Shutter Sound is off.
When the Mini HDMI cable or Audio/Video cable is connected to
the camcorder, the Shutter Sound is not available.
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Recording
Symptom Explanation/Solution
You don’t hear the beep sound. Set “Beep Sound” to “On.”
Beep sound is temporally off while recording videos.
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There is a time difference between
the point where you press the
Recording start/stop button and
the point where the recorded video
starts/stops.
On your camcorder, there may be a slight time delay between the
point when you press the Recording start/stop button and the
actual point where the recorded video starts/stops. This is not an
error.
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Horizontal stripes appear on the
images.
This occurs when recording images under a fluorescent lamp,
sodium lamp, or mercury lamp. This is not a malfunction.
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Storage Media
Symptom Explanation/Solution
Memory card functions do not
operate.
Insert a memory card into your camcorder properly. page 32
If you use a memory card formatted on a computer, format it again
directly on your camcorder. page 97
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Image cannot be deleted.
Release the lock on the write-protect tab of the memory card
(SDHC/SD memory card), if any. page 33
You cannot delete a protected images. Release protection of the
image using the Protect function. page 109
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You cannot format the memory
card.
Release the lock on the write-protect tab of the memory card
(SDHC/SD memory card), if any. page 33
The memory card is not supported on your camcorder or card has
some problems.
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The data file name is not indicated
correctly.
The file may be corrupted.
The file format is not supported by your camcorder.
Only the file name is displayed if the directory structure complies
with the international standard.
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Adjusting the image during recording
Symptom Explanation/Solution
Focus does not adjust
automatically.
Set “Focus” to “Auto.” page 70
The recording conditions are not suitable for auto focus. Adjust the
focus manually. page 70
The lens is dusty on the surface. Clear the lens and check the
focus.
Recording is being made in a dark location.
Use a light to brighten the area.
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The image appears too bright,
flickers, or changes color.
This may occur when you make a recording under a fluorescent
sodium, or mercury lamp.
Cancel “iSCENE” to avoid or minimize this phenomenon.
page 61
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Image’s color balance is not natural. White balance adjustment is required. Adjust to the proper “White
Balance.” page 64
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A subject passing quickly through
the frame appears distorted
This is called the focal plane phenomenon. This is not a
malfunction. Because of the way the image device (CMOS sensor)
reads out video signals, a subject passing through a frame rapidly
may appear to bend, depending on the recording conditions.
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Playback on your camcorder
Symptom Explanation/Solution
Playback (play/pause) function does
not work.
Image files recorded using another device may not play on your
camcorder.
Check memory card compatibility. page 33
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Photo images stored on a storage
media are not displayed in the
actual size.
Photo images recorded on other devices may not appear in their
actual size. This is not an error.
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Playback is interrupted
unexpectedly.
Check if the AC power adaptor or battery back is properly
connected and secure.
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Playback on other devices (TV, etc.)
Symptom Explanation/Solution
You cannot view the image or hear
the sound from the connected
device.
Make sure that the connection cable is connected to the proper
jack.
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The image appears distorted on a
TV.
This phenomenon is caused by connecting to a TV with 4:3 aspect
ratio.
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You cannot view the image or hear
the sound from a TV connected
using the HDMI cable.
• Images will not be output from the HDMI jack if the material is
copyright protected.
Connecting/Dubbing with other devices (Recorder, PC, Printer, etc.)
Symptom Explanation/Solution
You cannot dub correctly using the
HDMI cable. • You cannot dub images using the HDMI cable.
You cannot dub correctly using the
Audio/Video cable.
• The Audio/Video cable is not connected properly. Make sure that
the Audio/Video cable is connected to the proper jack, i.e. to
the input jack of the device used for dubbing images from your
camcorder. page 125
Your PictBridge printer cannot print
photos from your camcorder.
• Your printer may not print images edited on a computer or
recorded using other devices. This is not an error.
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Connecting to a computer
Symptom Explanation/Solution
Your computer does not recognize
your camcorder.
Disconnect the USB cable from the computer and camcorder,
restart the computer, then connect the USB cable again correctly.
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Cannot play a video file properly on
a PC.
A video codec is needed to play the file recorded on your
camcorder. Install the software provided with your camcorder.
page 132
Make sure you insert the connector in the correct direction, and
connect the USB cable to the USB jack on your camcorder firmly.
Disconnect the cable from the computer and camcorder, restart
the computer, and then connect the cable again properly.
To play back an HD video file, a computer with better specifications
is required.
Use a computer with the recommended specifications. page 128
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Intelli-studio does not function
properly.
Exit the Intelli-studio application, and restart the Windows
computer.
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Intelli-studio does not start. Set PC Software to On in the Settings menu or install Intelli-studio
in the computer. pages 93, 132
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Your computer is not playing
videos, images, or sound located
on your camcorder properly.
Video playback or sound may stop temporarily depending on your
computer. The video or sound copied to your computer is not
affected.
If your camcorder is connected to a computer that does not
support Hi-speed USB (USB2.0), the image or sound may not be
played correctly. The image and sound copied to your computer
are not affected.
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The playback screen is paused or
distorted.
Check the system requirements to play a video.
Shut down all other applications currently running on the computer.
If you play a video on your camcorder when it is connectd to a
computer, the video may not play smoothly on the computer,
depending on the transfer speed. Please copy the file to your PC,
and then play it back.
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Overall 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 29
Menu items that cannot be used at the same time
Symptom Cannot use Because of the following settings
Menu items are grayed out
“iSCENE” “Aperture : Manual,” “Shutter : Manual”
“Aperture: Manual” “Shutter : Manual,” “iSCENE”
“Shutter: Manual” “Aperture : Manual,” “iSCENE”
“Video Resolution,”
“Fader” “Time Lapse REC”
“Photo Resolution” “Cont. Shot : High Speed”
You cannot select grayed menu items in the current recording/playback mode.
There are some functions you cannot activate simultaneously.
The list shown above shows examples of unworkable combinations of functions and menu items.
Menu and quick menu cannot be used in Smart Auto mode.
The following functions cannot be used during video recording: Video Resolution, Video Quality, Photo
Resolution, Photo Sharpness, Fader, Cont.Shot, Digital Zoom, Self Timer, Time Lapse REC.
Only quick menu is available during video recording.
The following functions are automatically set to Off or Auto mode in the Smart Auto mode:
- “iSCENE,” “Shutter,” “Digital Effect,” “Tele Macro,” etc.
In the Smart Auto mode, your camcorder automatically chooses the appropriate camcorder settings
based on a detected type of scene. Most settings are automatically adjusted in Smart Auto mode. To set
or adjust functions manually, you must release the Smart Auto mode first.
The following functions are automatically set to Off or Auto mode in the Slow Motion mode:
- “iSCENE,” “Resolution,” “White Balance,” “Shutter,” “Super C.Nite,” “Face Detection,” “Fader,”
“Digital Zoom,” “Time Lapse REC,” etc.
In Slow Motion mode, the menu cannot be accessed, however, some Quick menu items such as Aperture,
EV, Focus, Digital Effect etc. are available.
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troubleshooting
Using Kies (HMX-S15/S16 only)
Environment configuration for use of Kies
1. When setting Kies’ Allshare for the first time, you
should set a name which other devices can recognize
Kies. Enter the name you want to use when identifying
the share lists.
2. You should set the access authority to let other
devices access to Kies. Set the device to “Allow” or
“Allow all” to use it with Kies.
3. When sending files from the other device to Kies, you
need a folder to save them. Set the folder to download
files.
When enabling the “Backup to PC” function in
HMX-S15/S16, operate the ‘Setting’ menu in Kies’
Allshare, and then set S15/16 to ‘Allow’ from the ‘Device
Settings.’
If you can’t find the name S15 or S16 in ‘Device Settings’
of the Kies’ Allshare ‘Settings’ menu, set the Windows
firewall to ‘Off’ and try again.
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What is a Music Shake?
Music Shake uses the basic sound sources
(internal/external) to automatically compose
and generate a variety of background music
titles. With simple steps, you can easily
sound background music titles for videos or
slideshows.
This camcorder has sound sources for genres
such as ballad, jazz, and dance & disco.
After downloading external sound sources, you
can enjoy various background music titles.
External sound sources have 9 separate genres:
Genre External file name
1 Ballad BALLAD.MSK
2 Jazz JAZZ.MSK
3 Dance & Disco DANCE.MSK
4 Pop POP.MSK
5 Rock ROCK.MSK
6 R&B RNB.MSK
7 Latin LATIN.MSK
8 Electric ELECTRO.MSK
9 Instrumental INSTRU.MSK
Using external sound sources
1. In the website (www.samsung.com), use “support” and
“download” to select the desired sound source and download it.
2. On the SD card, create the folder MUSIC_SK.
3. Copy the downloaded file into the folder.
4. Insert the SD card that has external sound sources in your
camcorder.
5. In the slideshow or background music, you can select an
external sound source to listen to. pages 83/87
If you change the names for folder and sound source, your camcorder cannot identify the
sound source.
Using the provided sound sources, you cannot repurpose, delegate, rent, release for music
albums, and sell them.
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MAINTENANCE
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.
Cautions when storing
For safekeeping, turn off the camcorder.
- Remove the battery and AC power adaptor. pages 20, 21
- Remove the memory card. page 32
LCD screen
Do not push the LCD screen too hard or strike it with anything.
When using the camcorder in cold conditions, afterimage may appear on the LCD screen. This is not a
malfunction.
If you leave the power on for a long time, the surface around the LCD screen becomes hot.
An LCD screen is manufactured using advanced technology which creates screens with pixel failure rates
of less than 0.01%. However, a black or bright spot (red, blue, white) may appear in the center of the LCD
screen and up to two spots may appear outside the center. These spots, which are normally incurred
during the manufacturing process, do not affect the recorded images.
Lens
Use an optional air blower to blow out dirt and other small objects. Do not wipe the lens with cloth or your
fingers.
When the lens gets frosty, turn the power off and leave it off for approximately an hour. When the
temperature of the lens is similar to the ambient temperature, the frost will disappear.
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maintenance & additional information
When there is dew condensation, put the camcorder aside for a while before using
What is dew condensation?
Dew condensation happens when a camcorder is moved to a location where there is a significant temperature difference
from the previous location. The dew condenses on the external or internal parts of the camcorder, and on the reflection
lens. If there is dew on or in your camcorder, it may cause the camcorder to malfunction or damage the camcorder when
you turn the power on.
Exactly when does dew condensation occur?
When you move the camera to a location with a higher temperature than the previous location, or when you move it to
a hot area suddenly. Examples:
- You record outside in cold weather during the winter and then move the camera in indoors.
- You record outside in hot weather after being indoors or inside a car where the A/C was running.
What can I do?
- Turn the power off, detach the battery, and leave the camcorder in a dry area for 1~2 hours before using it.
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Use the camcorder only after dew condensation has completely disappeared.
Be sure to use the recommended accessories supplied with the camcorder. For service, contact
your nearest Samsung authorized service center.
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USING YOUR CAMCORDER ABROAD
Each country or region has its own electric and color systems.
Before using your camcorder abroad, check the following items.
Power sources
The AC adaptor provided lets you power, recharge, and use your camcorder in any country/
region that has AC power in the 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz range. You may need a commercially
available AC plug adaptor depending on the design of local wall outlets.
Viewing videos recorded with HD (high definition) image quality on a TV
In countries/regions where 1080/60i is supported, you can view videos with the same HD (high
definition) image quality as that of the recorded images. You need an NTSC-system-based and
1080/60i compatible TV (or monitor) with an HDMI or Audio/Video cable connected.
Viewing videos recorded with SD (standard definition) image quality on a TV
To view images recorded in SD (standard definition) image resolution, you need an NTSC-
system-based TV with audio/video jacks and an Audio/Video cable connected.
On TV color systems
Your camcorder is an NTSC-system-based camcorder. If you want to view your recordings on
a TV or to copy them to an external device, it must be an NTSC-system-based TV or external
device and have the appropriate Audio/Video jacks. Otherwise, you may need to use a separate
video format transcoder (For example, an NTSC-PAL format converter).
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NTSC-compatible countries/regions
Bahamas, Canada, Central America, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Philippines, Taiwan, United
States of America, etc.
PAL-compatible countries/regions
Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, China, CIS, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Finland,
France, Germany, Greece, Great Britain, Holland, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Iran, Iraq,
Kuwait, Libya, Malaysia, Mauritius, Norway, Romania, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Slovak
Republic, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Syria, Thailand, Tunisia, etc.
You can make recordings with your camcorder and view pictures on the LCD screen anywhere
in the world.
The format transcoder is not provided by Samsung.
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specifications
Model name HMX-S10BN/HMX-S15BN/HMX-S16BN
System
Video signal
Picture compression format
Audio compression format
Image device
Lens
Focal length
Filter diameter
Wireless networking protocol
NTSC
H.264 (MPEG-4.AVC)
AAC (Advanced Audio Coding)
1/2.3”, 10M Pixel CMOS
F1.8 ~ F3.3, 15x Optical Zoom (18x Intelli
Zoom), 10x Digital Zoom (video recording
only)
4.8mm ~ 72mm
Ø46
WiFi (802.11b/g/n)
LCD screen
Size/dot number
LCD screen method
Touch panel type
3.5” Wide Touch LCD / 115M Pixel
TFT LCD
Capacitive
Connectors
Composite output
HDMI output
Audio output
USB output
External microphone
1Vp-p (75 Ω terminated)
C type connector
-7.5 dBs (600 Ω terminated)
USB 2.0
Ø 3.5 stereo mini-jack
General
Power source
Power source type
Power consumption
(Recording)
Operating temperature
Storage temperature
Storage media
External dimensions
(WxHxD)
Weight
Internal MIC
DC 5 V, Lithium Ion battery 3.7 V
Lithium Ion battery, Power supply
(100 V ~ 240 V) 50/60 Hz
3.5W (LCD on)
0 ˚C ~ 40 ˚C (32 ˚F~104 ˚F)
-20 ˚C ~ 60 ˚C (-4 ˚F ~ 140 ˚F)
Internal memory (SSD) (HMX-S15/S16 only),
Memory card (SD/SDHC) (optional)
Approx. 66.3 mm (2.61 inches) x 69.5 mm
(2.74 inches) x 130.0 (5.12 inches)
Approx. 415g (0.91lb, 14.64oz)
(Except for Lithium Ion battery)
2-channel stereo, Zoom microphone
These technical specifications and design may be changed without notice.
FCC ID : A3LHMX-S16BN
This device complies with part 15 of the 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.
Caution:
Any changes or modifications in construction of this device which are not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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.
RF exposure statements:
This device is for handheld operation only. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed
to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or
operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
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.
Caution:
Any changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void user’s authority to operate the equipment.
warranty
SAMSUNG
LIMITED WARRANTY
SAMSUNG Electronics America Inc. (SEA), warrants that this product is free from defective
material and workmanship.
SEA further warrants that if product fails to operate properly within the specified warranty period
and the failure is due to improper workmanship or defective material, SEA will repair or replace
the product at it’s option.
All warranty repairs must be performed by a SEA authorized service center. The name and
address of the location nearest you can be obtained by calling toll free: 1-800 SAMSUNG
(1-800-726-7864).
Labor
90 days carry-in
Parts
1 year
On carry-in models, transportation to and from the service center is the customer’s
responsibility.
The original dated sales receipt must be retained by the customer and is the only acceptable
proof of purchase.
It must be presented to the authorized service center.
EXCLUSIONS (WHAT IS NOT COVERED)
This warranty does not cover damage due to accident, fire, flood and/or other acts of
God; misuse, incorrect line voltage, improper installation, improper or unauthorized repairs,
commercial use, or damage that occurs in shipping.
Exterior and interior finish, lamps, and glass are not covered under this warranty.
Customer adjustments which are explained in the instruction manual are not covered under the
terms of this warranty.
This warranty will automatically be voided for any unit found with a missing or altered serial
number. This warranty is valid only on products purchased in the United States and Puerto
Rico.
Some States do not allow the exclusions or limitations of incidental or consequential damages,
or allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions
may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from
State to State.
RoHS compliant
Our product complies with “The Restriction Of the
use of certain Hazardous Substances in electrical
and electronic equipment”, and we do not use the
6 hazardous materials- Cadmium(Cd), Lead (Pb),
Mercury (Hg), Hexavalent Chromium (Cr +6), Poly
Brominated Biphenyls (PBBs), Poly Brominated
Diphenyl Ethers(PBDEs)- in our products.
If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung
products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care
center Samsung Electronics America, inc.
1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864)
www.samsung.com/us

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