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High-resolution Colour Widescreen LCD (2.7” WIDE TFT LCD) Samsung memory camcorder utilises a 2.7-inch 230k pixel Widescreen LCD which allows bright and clear monitoring. In addition, the LCD Enhancer adjusts colour and brightness to the screen lighting conditions for better monitoring under strong sunlight.
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Time Lapse Recording Catches the Moment You can record a long scene in short intervals. Record artistic, documentary videos including the passage of clouds, blooming fl owers etc. Use this function to make share videos, educational programmes or for other purposes.
before reading this user manual SAFETY WARNINGS What the icons and signs in this user manual mean; Death or risk of serious personal injury. WARNING Potential risk of personal injury or material damage. CAUTION To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when using your camcorder, follow these basic safety precautions: CAUTION Hints or referential pages that may be helpful when operating the camcorder.
Recorded contents may be lost due to an error when handling this camcorder or memory card, etc. Samsung shall not be held responsible for the loss of recorded contents, and cannot compensate for any damages.
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Important information on use Do not subject the camcorder to impact: • This camcorder is a precision machine. Take great care that you do not strike it against a hard object or let it fall. Do not use the camcorder on a tripod in a place where it is subject to severe vibrations or impact.
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About this user manual Thank you for purchasing this Samsung • Camcorder. Please read this user manual carefully before you use the camcorder and keep it handy for future reference. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to Troubleshooting.
safety information The safety precautions illustrated below are to prevent personal injury or material damage. Heed all instructions carefully. WARNING Death or risk of serious personal injury. CAUTION Means that there is a potential risk of personal injury or material damage. WARNING Do not overload outlets or extension cords as this may result...
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There is a risk of electric shock. If the camcorder makes an abnormal sound, or smells or smokes, unplug the power-cord immediately and request service from a Samsung service centre. There is a risk of fire or personal injury.
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safety information 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 near direct sunlight or heating equipment. This may cause a malfunction or injury.
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Do not use the camcorder near strong radio waves or magnetism such as speakers or large motors. Noise could enter video or audio that are being recorded. Keep important data separately. Samsung is not responsible for data loss.
contents QUICK START GUIDE GETTING TO KNOW YOUR PREPARATION ABOUT THE STORAGE CAMCORDER MEDIA RECORDING PLAYBACK What's included with your camcorder Front & left view Rear & bottom view Using the hand strap Adjusting the LCD screen Basic camcorder positioning Connecting a power source Checking the battery state Basic operation of your camcorder...
RECORDING OPTIONS PLAYBACK OPTIONS SETTINGS OPTIONS Changing the menu settings Recording menu items iSCENE Video Resolution Photo Resolution 16:9 Wide EV (Exposure Value) Back Light Focus Anti-Shake (HDIS) Digital Effect Fader Wind cut Digital Zoom Time Lapse REC Guideline Playback menu items Play option Delete Protect...
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contents USING WITH A WINDOWS CONNECTING TO OTHER MAINTENANCE & ADDITIONAL TROUBLESHOOTING SPECIFICATIONS COMPUTER DEVICES INFORMATION 100 Troubleshooting 109 Specifications LCD Brightness LCD Colour LCD Enhancer Auto LCD Off Menu Design Transparency Beep Sound Shutter Sound Auto Power Off PC Software TV Display Default Set Version...
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, which enables you to conveniently email and share videos with your friends and family.
quick start guide Recording videos with H.264 format Your camcorder uses advanced H.264 compression technology to realise the clearest video quality. Open the LCD screen. Press the Power Press the Recording start/stop button. • To stop recording, press the Recording start/stop button. 0:00:00 [475Min] •...
STEP3: Play back videos or photos Viewing the LCD screen of your camcorder You can fi nd your desired recordings quickly by using the thumbnail index view. 1. Press the Mode button to select the Play mode. • The thumbnail index view appears. The thumbnail of the latest created or played fi le is highlighted.
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quick start guide Viewing the videos/photos from your PC 1. Launch the Intelli-studio program by connecting the camcorder to your PC via the USB cable. • A new file saving screen appears with the Intelli-studio main window. Click "Yes", the uploading procedure will start. 2.
A memory card is not included. See page 32 for memory cards compatible with your camcorder. • Your camcorder includes a user manual CD and a quick start guide (printed). • (Optional accessories) : This is an optional accessory. To buy one, contact your nearest Samsung dealer. Optional accessories Built-in...
REAR & BOTTOM VIEW Jack/ Battery pack/ Memory card cover USB jack ( AV jack (AV) DC IN jack (DC IN) Battery pack release switch Be careful not to cover the internal microphone and lens during recording. Memory card slot Battery pack slot Internal microphone Tripod receptacle...
preparation This section provides information that you should know before using this camcorder; such as how to use the provided accessories, how to charge the battery, and how to setup the operation mode and initialise setup. USING THE HAND STRAP Attach the strap and place your hand through the loop to prevent the camcorder from damage by being dropped.
BASIC CAMCORDER POSITIONING Use both hands while taking a video or picture to prevent the camcorder from shaking. Try to avoid any slight movement while shooting. Adjusting the shooting angle Aim the camcorder as shown in the illustration. Hold the camcorder with your both hands. Hook up the hand strap to fi...
• It is recommended to prepare an additional battery pack for prolonged outdoor use. • Contact your nearest Samsung Electronics Service Centre for purchasing additional battery packs. [Battery pack release] switch Ejecting the battery pack Slide and open the battery slot cover and push the Battery pack release switch.
Charging the battery You can charge the battery using the AC power adaptor or USB cable. PRECHECK! • Be sure to charge the battery before you start using your camcorder. • Use the battery pack and the AC power adapter provided with the camcorder. Insert the battery in the camcorder.
Change the battery pack as soon as possible. (fl ickers): The device will be forced to turn off • If error persists with charging the battery, contact your nearest SAMSUNG authorized service center. • Before using the camcorder, charge the battery.
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Mode Playback time - The time is only for reference. Figures shown above are measured under Samsung's test environment, and may differ according to user and condition. - We recommend using the AC power adaptor when using the Time Lapse REC Function.
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The recording time is affected by temperature and environmental conditions. • We recommend only using the original battery pack that is available from your Samsung • retailer. When the battery reaches the end of its life, please contact your local dealer. The batteries have to be dealt with as chemical waste.
BASIC OPERATION OF YOUR CAMCORDER This section explains the basic techniques of recording videos or photos and also basic settings on your camcorder. Set the appropriate operation mode according to your preference using Power buttons. Turning the camcorder on or off You can turn the power on or off by pressing the Power Open the LCD screen and press the Power To turn off the camcorder, press the Power...
preparation SWITCHING TO THE POWER SAVING MODE If you need to use camcorder for the extended time, the following functions enable you to prevent unnecessary energy consumption. In STBY mode: • The camcorder switches to sleep mode when the LCD screen is closed. In Playback mode (Includes the thumbnail view mode): •...
LCD SCREEN INDICATORS Video and Photo record mode Time Lapse REC * Operating mode ( (Standby) / STBY (Recording)) Time counter (video recording time / remaining recordable time) Photo image counter (total number of recordable photos) Storage media (Memory card or built-in memory (SMX-C24 only)) 6 Battery info.
preparation LCD SCREEN INDICATORS Video and Photo record mode: Shortcut menu (OK Guide) STBY 0:00:00 [475Min] Video and Photo record mode: Shortcut menu (Manual) 0:00:00 [475Min] STBY • The illustration above shows the EV (Exposure Value) screen. • Functions marked with * will not be kept when the camcorder restarts. •...
Video Play mode : Thumbnail View Video 100-0006 0:00:55 Photo Move Video Play mode : Single View 0:00:00/0:00:55 01/JAN/2010 00:00 Video Play mode : Shortcut menu (OK Guide) 0:00:00/0:00:55 Multi View Video Play mode Recorded time 3 Copy Selected (SMX-C24 only) 4 Storage media (Memory card or built-in memory (SMX-C24 only)) 1/10...
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preparation LCD SCREEN INDICATORS Video Play mode : Single View (Volume) 0:00:00/0:00:55 01/JAN/2010 00:00 Photo Play mode: Thumbnail Photo Video Photo Play mode : Multi View 100-0001 View 100-0006 1/10 Move Full View Single View 1/10 100-0001 Date/Time Volume Bar Photo Play mode Protection Storage media (Memory card or built-in...
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TURNING THE SCREEN INDICATORS ON/OFF You can switch the on-screen information display mode. Switching the information display mode : • Press the Display button while the camcorder is on. The full and minimum display modes will alternate. Full display mode: All relevant information will appear. Minimum display mode: Only operating status indicators will appear.
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preparation SHORTCUT MENU (OK GUIDE) The Shortcut menu (OK guide) represents the most frequently accessed functions according to the selected mode. For example: Setting iSCENE in the Record mode using the Shortcut menu (OK guide). Press the OK button in STBY mode. •...
Shortcut function using the Control buttons 1. Press the Control button ( / / You can easily operate the menu by using the Control button. 2. The Control button operates various functions depending on the selected mode. 3. You can access the Shortcut menu directly using the OK button. Button Record ( ) mode...
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- Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use. If the battery is dead and not recharged, contact a SAMSUNG authorized service centre. button to turn ) forwards the time by 1 hour.
Selecting the OSD language You can select the language to display the menu screen or messages. The language setting is retained when the camcorder is powered off. Press the MENU button. The menu screen appears. • Press the Control button ( The menus in "Settings"...
about the storage media SELECTING THE STORAGE • You can record on the built-in memory or a memory card, so you should select the desired storage media before starting recording or playback. • You can use SDHC and SD cards on your camcorder. (Some cards are not compatible depending on the memory card manufacturer and memory card type.) •...
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INSERTING / EJECTING THE MEMORY CARD Inserting a memory card Turn the camcorder off. Slide and open the battery/memory card cover as shown in the diagram. Insert the memory card into the memory card slot until it softly clicks in the direction of the arrow shown in the diagram.
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about the storage media SELECTING A SUITABLE MEMORY CARD A memory card is a compact portable storage media. Compatible memory cards This camcorder can be used with SD • (Secure Digital) and SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) cards. It is recommended to use an SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) card.
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• MMC (Multi Media Card) and MMC Plus are not supported. • Samsung is not responsible for data loss due to misuse. • We recommend using a memory card case to avoid losing data from moving and static electricity. •...
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about the storage media RECORDABLE TIME AND CAPACITY • The following shows the camcorder’s maximum recording time and number of images according to the resolution/ memory capacity. • For recording videos and photos, please note the approximate maximum limits. Recordable time for videos Media Capacity 720x576 (50i)
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To stop recording, press the Recording start/stop button again. When recording is fi nished, turn the camcorder off. • Samsung is not responsible for any loss or damages due to the memory card problem such as saving failures and abnormal playbacks. •...
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recording QUICK VIEW FUNCTION IN THE RECORD MODE Using the Quick View function, you can view the most recently recorded video or photo image right after your recording. Press the OK button in STBY mode right after your recording. Shortcut menu (OK guide) is displayed on the LCD screen. •...
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RECORDING WITH EASE FOR BEGINNERS : SMART AUTO MODE User-friendly Smart Auto optimizes your camcorder to the recording conditions automatically, providing beginners with the best performance. In STBY mode, press the SMART AUTO The Smart Auto ( ) and Anti-Shake (HDIS) ( •...
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recording TAKING PHOTOS This function Captures a moving subject instantly and saves the scene as a photo image. You can take photos with the Photo button. Open the LCD Screen and press the Power on the camcorder. Set the appropriate storage media. (SMX-C24 only) •...
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ZOOMING IN AND OUT Use the zoom function for close-up or wide-angle recording. This camcorder allows you to record using optical 10x power zoom and 1200x digital zoom. • You can zoom with the zoom lever or the Control (W/T) button on the LCD panel. Zoom magnifi...
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playback You can view recorded videos and photos in thumbnail index view and play them in various ways. In the thumbnail index view, you can directly select and display a desired image without using fast forwarding and rewinding. CHANGING THE PLAYBACK MODE Pressing the Mode •...
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PLAYING VIDEOS This function works only in Video Play mode. You can fi nd a desired video clip quickly using the thumbnail index view. PRECHECK! Set the appropriate storage media. (SMX-C24 only) (If you want to playback images on a memory card, insert a memory card.) 1.
playback Adjusting the volume Press the Control button ( The volume bar disappears after approx. 3 seconds. • • You can hear the recorded sound from the built-in speaker. • The level can be set to anywhere between 0 and 10. (If you close the LCD screen while playing, you will not hear the sound from the speaker.) •...
VIEWING PHOTOS This function works only in Photo Play mode. You can fi nd and view desired photos quickly using the thumbnail index view. PRECHECK! Set the appropriate storage media. (SMX-C24 only) (If you want to playback images on a memory card, insert a memory card.) 1.
recording options CHANGING THE MENU SETTINGS You can change the menu settings to customise your camcorder. Access the desired menu screen by following the steps below and change the various settings. 1. Open the LCD Screen and press the Power camcorder.
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iSCENE This camcorder automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture according to the subject brightness for optimum recording: You can also specify one of various modes depending on subject conditions, recording environment or purpose of fi lming. Press the MENU button Select the desired submenu item with the Control button ( OK button.
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recording options Video Resolution You can select the resolution of a video to be recorded. This camcorder can record in "TV Super Fine", "TV Fine", "TV Normal", "Web Fine" and "Web Normal" modes. The "TV Fine" mode is set as the factory default.
Photo Resolution You can select the resolution of the photo image to be recorded. For detailed image capacity. Press the MENU button "Photo Resolution." Select the desired submenu item with the Control button ( OK button. Press the MENU button to exit the menu. Submenu items •...
recording options EV (Exposure Value) The camcorder usually adjusts the exposure automatically. You can also manually adjust the exposure depending on the recording conditions. Setting the exposure manually: When manually setting the exposure, the default setting appears as the value is automatically adjusted according to the environmental light conditions.
Back Light When the subject is lit from behind, this function will compensate for lighting so that the subject is not too dark. Press the MENU button "Back Light." Select the desired submenu item with the Control button ( OK button. Press the MENU button to exit the menu.
recording options Focus • The camcorder usually focuses on a subject automatically (auto-focus). • You can also manually focus on a subject depending on the recording conditions. Submenu items Auto: In most situations, it is better to use the automatic focus feature, as it •...
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Focusing manually during recording: This camcorder automatically focuses a subject from close-up to infi nity. However, the correct focus may not be obtained depending on the recording conditions. In this case, use the manual focus mode. Press the Control button ( The manual focus adjustment indicator appears.
recording options Anti-Shake (HDIS) When you use zoom to record a magnifi ed subject image, it will correct fuzziness in the recorded image. Press the MENU button "Anti-Shake (HDIS)." Select the desired submenu item with the Control button OK button. Press the MENU button to exit the menu.
Digital Effect • The digital effect enables you to give a creative look to your recording. • Select the appropriate digital effect for the type of photo that you wish to record and the effect you wish to create. • There are 10 different digital effect options.
recording options 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. Press the MENU button Select the desired submenu item with the Control button ( OK button.
Wind Cut You can reduce wind noise when recording sound from the built-in microphone. If "Wind Cut : On" is set, the low-frequency components in the sound picked up by the microphone will be cut off during recording: This makes it easier to hear voice and sound during playback. Use Wind Cut when recording in windy places such as a beach.
recording options Time Lapse REC Time Lapse REC records still images at specifi c intervals you can set, and plays them as one video clip. This function is useful for observing the movement of clouds, the changes in daylight or blooming fl owers, etc. Setting the Time Lapse REC mode: To record in the Time Lapse REC mode, you need to set the recording interval and total recording time in the menu.
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Example of Time Lapse REC Total time for recording Recording interval 0:00:00/0:59:59 0:19:59/0:59:59 100-0001 • This function is disabled after being used one time. To use it again, you must reset it. • 25 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 defi...
recording options Guideline • Guideline displays a certain pattern on the LCD screen so that you can easily set the image composition when recording images. • The camcorder provides 3 types of guidelines. Press the MENU button Select the desired submenu item with the Control button ( OK button.
playback options PLAYBACK MENU ITEMS • Accessible items in the menu vary depending on the operation mode. • See pages 40-43 for playback information and button operation. • See pages 59-69 for details on menu items during playback. Items Video Play ( Play Option Delete Protect...
playback options Delete You can erase your recordings one by one, or at once. PRECHECK! Press the Mode button to select the Play mode. Select the Video or Photo thumbnail index view screen. • You can simply switch between video and photo thumbnail view using the zoom lever.
Protect • You can protect saved important videos (or photos) from accidental deletion. • Protected images will not be deleted unless you release the protection or format the memory. PRECHECK! Press the Mode button to select the Play mode. Select the Video or Photo thumbnail index view screen. •...
playback options Story-Board Print This function captures 16 still images arbitrarily from the selected video and saves them into the storage media. It presents a quick overview of your video, helping you to understand the overall topic. PRECHECK! Press the Mode button to select the Play mode.
Using the VIEW This function provides the preview of storyboard to be printed, which gives you digest of the recorded video without viewing the whole sequence of it. PRECHECK! Press the Mode button to select the Play mode. 1. Select the Video thumbnail index view screen. You can simply switch between video and photo thumbnail •...
playback options Copy (SMX-C24 only) Movies and photos stored in the built-in memory can be copied to the external fl ash memory card. Copying to the memory card does not delete originals in the built-in memory. PRECHECK! • Set the appropriate storage media. (Insert a memory card.) •...
Divide You can divide a video clip as many times as you want in order to delete a section you no longer need. The videos will be divided in groups of two. PRECHECK! Press the Mode button to select the Play mode. Select the Video thumbnail index view screen.
playback options Combine You can combine two different videos. PRECHECK! Press the Mode button to select the Play mode. Select the Video thumbnail index view screen. • You can simply switch between video and photo thumbnail view using the zoom lever. Press the MENU button "Edit"...
Share Mark You can set the Share mark Then you can directly upload the marked fi le to the YouTube site. PRECHECK! Press the Mode button to select the Play mode. 1. Select the Video thumbnail index view screen. You can simply switch between video and photo thumbnail •...
playback options Slide Show You can playback all the photos stored in the storage media automatically. PRECHECK! Press the Mode button to select the Play mode. Select the Photo thumbnail index view screen. • You can simply switch between video and photo thumbnail view using the zoom lever.
Slide Show Option You can enjoy a slide show with various effects. PRECHECK! Press the Mode button to select the Play mode. Select the Photo thumbnail index view screen. • You can simply switch between video and photo thumbnail view using the zoom lever.
settings options CHANGING THE MENU SETTINGS IN "SETTINGS" You can setup the date/time, OSD language, and display settings of the camcorder. Press MENU button. The menu screen appears. • Press the Control button ( The menus in "Settings" mode will appear. •...
SETTINGS MENU ITEMS ( Record Items mode Storage Type ● (SMX-C24 only) ● Storage Info ● Format ● File No. ● Time Zone ● Date/Time Set ● Date Type ● Time Type ● Date/Time Display ● LCD Brightness ● LCD Colour ●...
settings options Storage Info It shows you the storage information. You can view the storage media, used memory space and available memory space. Press the Control button ( Used memory space, available memory space for use, and the recordable time depending on the selected video resolution appears.
Format Use this function if you want to delete all fi les completely or to correct problems on the storage media. Press the Control button ( A message appears asking about formatting the memory card. • 2. Select "Yes." The format is executed with a message. •...
settings options Time Zone You can easily set the clock to the local time when using your camcorder while travelling. Submenu items • Home: The clock will be used according to your setting on the "Date/Time Set" menu. Select it when using this camcorder for the fi...
Date Type You can select the desired date type. Press the Control button ( OK button. Select the desired submenu item with the Control button ( OK button. Press the MENU button to exit the menu. Submenu items • 2010/01/01: Displays the date in the order of year, month (two-digit) and day. •...
settings options Time Type You can select the time format to display. Press the Control button ( Select the desired submenu item with the Control button ( OK button. Press the MENU button to exit the menu. Submenu items • 12 Hr: The time is displayed in 12 hour units.
LCD Brightness You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen to compensate for ambient lighting conditions. Press the Control button ( OK button. 2. Press the Control button ( item. Pressing the Control button ( ) will brighten the screen •...
settings options LCD Enhancer Contrast is enhanced for a clear and bright image. This effect is also implemented outdoors in bright daylight. Press the Control button ( OK button. Select the desired submenu item with the Control button ( OK button. Press the MENU button to exit the menu.
Menu Design You can select the desired menu colour to display the menu. Press the Control button ( Select the desired submenu item with the Control button ( OK button. "Misty White" "Premium Black" • Press the MENU button to exit the menu. Transparency You can select the desired transparency to display the menu.
settings options Beep Sound You can set the beep sound to on/off. If there is a beep sound when operating the menu settings, the setting is turned on. Press the Control button ( OK button. Select the desired submenu item with the Control button OK button.
Auto Power Off To save battery power, you can set the "Auto Power Off" function which turns off the camcorder if there is no operation for a certain period of time. Press the Control button ( OK button. Select the desired submenu item with the Control button OK button.
settings options TV Display You can select the output path of the OSD (On Screen Display). Press the Control button ( Select the desired submenu item with the Control button ( OK button. Press the MENU button to exit the menu. Submenu items •...
/OK) "Demo" "On." , SMART AUTO STBY 0:00:00 [475Min] Settings Default Set Version Language Exit Select Version Samsung Electronics Co., LTD. S/W 1.00, JAN 15 2010, 18:08:47 Exit STBY 0:00:00 [475Min] Settings Version Language Demo Exit Select STBY 0:00:00 [475Min]...
using with a Windows computer CHECKING YOUR COMPUTER TYPE This chapter explains how to connect the camcorder to a computer using the USB cable. Check your computer type before using!!! To view your recordings on a computer, you need to check your computer type fi rst. Then, take the steps below according to your computer type.
WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH A WINDOWS COMPUTER You can enjoy the following operations by connecting your camcorder to your Windows computer by using a USB cable. Main Functions • By using the built-in editing software, ‘Intelli-studio’ on your camcorder, you can enjoy the following operations.
If the “Stop a Hardware device” window appears, click “OK.” Disconnect the USB cable from the camcorder and PC. • Use the provided USB cable. (Supplied by Samsung) • Don’t apply excessive force when inserting or extracting the USB cable into/from a USB jack.
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8. Displays videos and photos in various ways. Thumbnail: Displays video and photo thumbnails. Intelli-studio is the common use programme for SAMSUNG camcorder and digital camera models. Some functions may not operate properly depending on the product type. Global Map: Displays the location of shooting place with a map.
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using with a Windows computer 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. 2. Click the desired folder to display your recordings. • Video (or photo) thumbnails appear on the screen, according to the selected source.
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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 on click. 1. Select the desired videos or photos to "Share 2. Click the "Add " and move the video or photo (drag and drop) to the sharing window for upload.
using with a Windows computer Direct uploading your videos onto YouTube One-Touch Share button lets you directly upload and share your videos on the YouTube. Just press the Share button while your camcorder is connected to a Windows computer using the supplied USB cable. And then you can share them with your friends, family or the world.
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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, the service is widely used by bloggers as a photo repository. • http://www.fl ickr.com/ •...
(SMX-C24 only) 3. Connect the camcorder to the PC with the USB cable. page 86 • The "Removable Disk" or "Samsung" window appears on the PC’s screen after a moment. • The removable disk appears when connecting a USB.
Structure of folders and fi les on the storage media • The folder and fi le structure for storage media is as follows. • Don’t arbitrarily change or remove the folder or fi le name. It may not be playable. Videos (H.264) •...
connecting to other devices You can view the recorded videos and photos on a large screen by connecting the camcorder to a TV. CONNECTING TO A TV To playback your recordings, the television must be PAL-compatible. • We recommend that you use the AC power adaptor as power source for the camcorder. •...
VIEWING ON A TV SCREEN 1. Turn on the TV and set the input selector to the Input connection the camcorder is connected to. • This is often referred to as "line." Refer to the TV instruction manual for how to switch the TV input. 2.
connecting to other devices RECORDING (DUBBING) IMAGES ON A VCR OR DVD/ HDD RECORDER You can record (dub) images played back on this camcorder onto other video devices, such as VCRs or DVD/HDD recorders. Use the Audio/Video cable (provided) to connect the camcorder to another video device as shown in the following diagram: To connect 1.
maintenance & additional information MAINTENANCE Your camcorder is a product of superior design and craftsmanship and should be treated with care. The suggestions below will help you fulfil any warranty obligations and allow you to enjoy this product for many years. For safekeeping of the camcorder, turn off the camcorder.
Do not store the storage media in locations with high temperature or high humidity. Do not touch the metal parts. Copy the recorded files to your PC. Samsung shall not be responsible for any lost • data. (It is recommended that you copy the data from your PC to other media for storage.)
Audio/Video jacks. Otherwise, you may need to use a separate video format transcoder (PAL-NTSC format converter). The format transcoder is not provided by SAMSUNG. PAL-compatible countries/regions Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, China, CIS, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Finland,...
TROUBLESHOOTING Before contacting a Samsung authorised service centre, perform the following simple checks. They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call. Warning indicators and messages Power source Message Icon Low Battery Check the authenticity of this...
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Message Icon Not Supported The memory card is not Card supported in this camcorder. The memory card may have Not Supported been formatted by another Format device and may still have existing images on it. The memory card is not Please format formatted.
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Note before sending your camcorder for repair. • If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung authorised service centre. • Depending on the problem, the current hard disk may need to be initialised or replaced and the data will be deleted.
If you encounter any problems using your camcorder, check the followings before asking for service repair. If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact the nearest Samsung authorised service centre. Symptoms and solutions Power Symptom The camcorder does not turn on.
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32 • Copy any important recorded files to your PC before formatting. Samsung shall not be responsible for any loss of data. (It is recommended that you copy the data to your PC or other storage media.) • The file may be corrupted.
Recording Symptom When recording a subject illuminated by bright light, vertical lines appear. When the screen is exposed to direct sunlight during recording, the screen turns red or black for an instant. The beep sound is not heard. There is a time difference between the point where you press Recording start/stop button and the point where the recorded video...
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troubleshooting Playback on your camcorder Symptom Using the playback (Play/Pause) button will not start playing. The Skip or Search function does not work properly. Playback is interrupted unexpectedly. You cannot hear the sound when playing video recorded by Time Lapse REC. Photos stored on a storage media are not displayed in the actual size.
Connecting to a computer Symptom When using the videos, a computer does not recognise your camcorder. Cannot play a video clips properly on a PC. Intelli-studio does not function properly. The image or sound on your camcorder is not played on your computer properly.
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troubleshooting Menu Symptom Menu items are dimmed. Explanation/Solution • You cannot select the dimmed menu items in the current recording/playback mode. • Most of the menu items cannot be selected when you set the Smart Auto function. • If there is no storage media inserted, it cannot be selected and will be dimmed on the menu : "Storage Type", "Storage Info", "Format", etc.
specifications SMX-C19BP/SMX-C19RP/SMX-C19LP/SMX-C19UP SMX-C20BP/SMX-C20RP/SMX-C20LP/SMX-C20UP Model name SMX-C24BP/SMX-C24RP/SMX-C24LP/SMX-C24UP SMX-C200BP/SMX-C200RP/SMX-C200LP/SMX-C200UP Video signal Picture compression format Audio compression format Recording resolution System Image device Lens Focal length Size/dot number LCD screen LCD screen method Composite video out Connectors Audio output USB output Power source Power source type Power consumption Operating temperature...
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Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care centre. Region Country CANADA North America MEXICO U.S.A ARGENTINE BRAZIL CHILE COLOMBIA COSTA RICA DOMINICA ECUADOR EL SALVADOR GUATEMALA...
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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.