Samsung VP-HMX10A Manual de Usario

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High Definition Digital
Camcorder
user manual
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key features of your HD camcorder
HD (high definition) image quality
: 50p (Progressive)
SD (standard definition) image quality
: 50i (interlaced)
<720p / 16:9 high definition camcorder>
720
1280
<576i / normal digital camcorder>
720
576
Image resolution: about 5 times that of previous SD camcorders (576i).
The HD camcorder is capable of recording and playing back both High Definition (HD: 1280x720p) and Standard
Definition (SD: 720x576p) image quality. Select the recording image quality, HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition),
before recording.
ENJOYING IMAGES WITH HIGH DEFINITION (HD) QUALITY
You can view record video with HD (high definition) image quality.
This HD camcorder adopts the advanced 720p effective scanning lines to reproduce a sharper image than
previous SD camcorders (576i) It also supports widescreen recording with an aspect ratio of 16:9.
Recordings made in HD (high definition) image quality will fit widescreen (16:9) HDTVs.
If your TV is not a high definition TV, movies with HD (high definition) image quality will be displayed with SD (standard
definition) image quality.
- To enjoy HD-quality images, you need a TV supporting 1280x720p input.
(Refer to the user manual of your TV.)
- To enjoy the HD-quality images, use an HDMI or Component cable.
The image is recorded in 720x576p when the quality is set to SD in the HD camcorder.
Videos recorded at SD (standard definition) image quality cannot be converted to HD (high definition).
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FEATURES OF YOUR NEW HD CAMCORDER
1.61 Mega pixel (Gross) CMOS sensor
1/4.5” CMOS sensor provides stunning detail and clarity with exceptional video (1280 lines of resolution-HD mode
or 720 lines of horizontal resolution-SD mode) and still image performance (3.0 mega pixels). Unlike traditional CCD
imagers, CMOS sensors require less power, providing better battery performance.
High-capacity emb ded flash memory (VP-HMX10A/HMX10C/HMX10CN/HMX10ED only)ed
The HD camcorder has built-in high capacity flash memory that allows you to record movie or photo images.
H.264 (MPEG4 part10/AVC) encoding
The latest video compression technology, H.264 uses a high compression rate
to sharply increase the recordable time for the same size storage.
HDMI interface (Anynet+ supported)
If you have an HDTV with an HDMI jack, you can enjoy a clearer and
sharper image when compared to a standard definition TV.
This HD camcorder supports Anynet+.
Anynet+ is an AV network system that enables you to control all connected
Samsung AV devices with an Anynet+ supported Samsung TV remote
control. Refer to the corresponding TVs user manual for more details.
2.7” wide (16:9) touch panel LCD screen (230K pixels)
The 2.7” wide (16:9) LCD screen provides excellent viewing clarity with improved
resolution. The 230K pixel LCD screen rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing
angles providing sharp, detailed images for monitoring or playback, and the widescreen
format makes shooting in 16:9 mode and composing shots even easier.
Touch panel adopted
You can play recorded images and set functions by simply tapping on the LCD screen.
Swivel handle for free style shooting
You can adjust the swivel handle’s angle up to 150° to suit the recording situation.
150
Anynet+
supported
Anynet+
supported
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safety warnings
What the icons and signs in this user manual mean:
WARNING
Means that death or serious personal injury is a risk.
CAUTION
Means that there is a potential risk for personal injury or material damage.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when using your HD
camcorder, follow these basic safety precautions:
Means hints or referential pages that may be helpful when operating the HD camcorder.
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!
This camcorder should always be connected to an AC outlet with a protective grounding connection.
Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
Caution
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
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.
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BEFORE USING THIS CAMCORDER
This HD camcorder records video in H.264 (MPEG4 part10/AVC) format and at High (HD-VIDEO) and
Standard Resolution (SD-VIDEO).
Please note that this HD 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.
The recorded contents cannot be compensated for:
- Samsung cannot compensate for any damage caused when a recording cannot be played back because of a
defect in the HD camcorder or memory card.
Samsung cannot be responsible for your recorded video and audio.
- Recorded contents may be lost due to a mistake when handling this HD camcorder or memory card, etc.
Samsung shall not be responsible for compensation for damages due to the loss of recorded contents.
Make a backup of important recorded data
Protect your important recorded data by copying the files to a PC. We also recommend you copy it from your PC
to other recording media for storage. Refer to the software installation and USB connection guide.
Copyright: Please note that this HD camcorder is intended for individual use only.
Data recorded on the storage media in this HD camcorder using other digital/analogue media or devices is
protected by the copyright act and cannot be used without permission of the owner of 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.
important information on use
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important information on use
ABOUT THIS USER MANUAL
This user manual covers models VP-HMX10, VP-HMX10A, VP-HMX10C, VP-HMX10N, VP-HMX10CN, and
VP-HMX10ED.
The VP-HMX10A, VP-HMX10C/HMX10CN, and VP-HMX10ED have a 4GB, 8GB, and 16GB built-in flash memory
respectively but also use memory cards. The VP-HMX10/HMX10N does not have built-in flash memory and uses
memory cards exclusively.
Although some features of VP-HMX10, VP-HMX10A, VP-HMX10C, VP-HMX10N, VP-HMX10CN, and VP-
HMX10ED are different, they operate in the same way.
Illustrations of model VP-HMX10A 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.
NOTES REGARDING TRADEMARKS
All the trade names and registered trademarks mentioned in this manual or other documentation provided with
your Samsung product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
Windows® is registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation, registered in the United States and
other countries.
Macintosh is the trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
All the other product names mentioned herein may be the trademark or registered trademarks of their respective
companies.
Farther more, “TM” and “R” are not mentioned in each case in this manual.
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IMPORTANT NOTE
Handle the liquid crystal display (LCD) with care:
- The LCD is a very delicate display device: Do not press its surface with force, hit it or prick it with a sharp
object.
- If you push the LCD surface, unevenness in display may occur. If unevenness does not disappear, turn the
camcorder off, wait for a few moments, and then turn it on again.
- Do not place the camcorder with the open LCD screen down.
- Close the LCD screen when not using the camcorder.
Liquid crystal display:
- The LCD screen of this product uses high precision technology. Among the total number of pixels (approx.
230,000 pixels for LCD screen), 0.01% or less pixels may be missing (black dots) or may remain lit as coloured
dots (red, blue, green). This shows the limitations of the current technology, and does not indicate a fault that
will interfere with recording.
- The LCD screen will be slightly dimmer than usual when the camcorder is at low temperature, as in cold areas,
or immediately after power is turned on. Normal brightness will be restored when the temperature inside the
camcorder rises. This has no effect on the images in the storage media, so there is no cause for concern.
Hold the HD camcorder correctly:
Do not hold the HD camcorder by the LCD screen when lifting it: the LCD screen could detach and the HD
camcorder may fall.
Do not subject the HD camcorder to impact:
-
This HD 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 HD camcorder on a tripod (not supplied) in a place where it is subject to severe vibration or
impact.
No sand or dust!
Fine sand or dust entering the HD camcorder or AC power adaptor could cause malfunctions or defects.
No water or oil!
Water or oil entering the HD camcorder or AC power adaptor could cause electric shock, malfunctions or defects.
Heat on surface of product:
The surface of the HD camcorder will be slightly warm when in use, but this does not indicate a fault.
Be careful of ambient temperature:
- Using the HD camcorder in a place where the temperature is over 60°C (140°F) or under 0°C (32°F) will result
in abnormal recording/playback.
- Do not leave the HD camcorder on a beach or in a closed vehicle where the temperature is very high for a long
time: This could cause a malfunction.
precautions when using
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Do not point directly at the sun:
- If direct sunlight strikes the lens, the HD camcorder could malfunction or a fire could occur.
- Do not leave the HD camcorder with the LCD screen exposed to direct sunlight: This could cause a
malfunction.
Do not use the HD camcorder near TV or radio:
This could cause noise to appear on the TV screen or on radio broadcasts.
Do not use the HD camcorder near strong radio waves or magnetism:
If the HD camcorder is used near strong radio waves or magnetism, such as near a radio transmitter or electric
appliances, noise could enter video and audio that are being recorded. During playback of normally recorded
video and audio, noise may also be present in picture and sound.
Do not expose the HD camcorder to soot or steam:
Thick soot or steam could damage the HD camcorder case or cause a malfunction.
Do not use the HD camcorder near corrosive gas:
If the HD camcorder is used in a place where there is dense exhaust gas generated by gasoline or diesel engines,
or corrosive gas such as hydrogen sulfide, the external or internal terminals could corrode, disabling normal
operation, or the battery connecting terminals could corrode, so that power will not turn on.
Do not wipe the HD camcorder body with benzene or a thinner:
- The exterior coating could peel off or the case surface could deteriorate.
Keep the memory card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
precautions when using
Correct Disposal of This Product
(Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)
(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection
systems)
This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should not be disposed with other
household wastes at the end of its working life. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health
from uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate this from other types of wastes and recycle it responsibly to
promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. Household users should contact either the retailer where
they purchased this product, or their local government office, for details of where and how they can take this
item for environmentally safe recycling. Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms
and conditions of the purchase contract. This product should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for
disposal.
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contents
INTRODUCTION TO BASIC
FEATURES
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR HD
CAMCORDER
06
PREPARATION
10
BEFORE RECORDING
26
05
06 What is included with your HD camcorder
07 Front & left view
08 Right & top view
09 Rear & bottom view
10 Using the remote control
11 Installing the button-type battery
11 Using the cradle
12 Holding the HD camcorder
13 Charging the battery pack
17 Basic HD camcorder operation
18 Screen indicators
22 Using the display ( )/ CHECK button
22 Using the LCD enhancer ( )
23 Using the LCD screen
24 Initial setting: OSD language & date and time
26 Selecting the storage media (VP-HMX10A/HMX10C/
HMX10CN/HMX10ED only)
27 Inserting/ejecting a memory card
28 Recordable time and number of images
29 Selecting a suitable memory card
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RECORDING
31
PLAYBACK
38
CONNECTION
USING THE MENU ITEMS
47
31 Recording movie images
33 Taking photo images
34 Recording with ease for beginners (EASY Q mode)
35 Capturing still images during movie image playback
36 Using the external microphone
36 Zooming
37 Self record using the remote control
38 Changing the playback mode
39 Playing movie images
41 Viewing photo images
43 Connecting to a TV
46 Dubbing images on a VCR or DVD/HDD recorder
47 Handling menus and quick menus
49 Menu items
51 Quick menu items
52 Recording menu items
64 Playback menu items
66 Setting menu items
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EDITING MOVIE IMAGES
72
IMAGE MANAGEMENT
78
PRINTING PHOTO IMAGES
CONNECTING TO A PC
85
72 Deleting a section of a movie image
73 Dividing a movie image
74 Combining two movie images
75 Playlist
78 Protection from accidental erasure
79 Deleting images
80 Copying images
(VP-HMX10A/HMX10C/HMX10CN/HMX10ED only)
81 Moving images
(VP-HMX10A/HMX10C/HMX10CN/HMX10ED only)
82 DPOF print setting
83 Direct printing with a PictBridge printer
85 System requirements
86 Installing the Cyberlink DVD Suite
88 Connecting the USB cable
89 Viewing the contents of storage media
91 Transferring files from the HD camcorder to your PC
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MAINTENANCE & ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION
TROUBLESHOOTING
SPECIFICATIONS
POWER SOURCES
(UNITED KINGDOM ONLY)
92 Maintenance
93 Additional information
95 Using your HD camcorder abroad
96 Troubleshooting
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This chapter introduces you to the basic features of your HD camcorder.
See the reference pages below for more information.
introduction to basic features
Preparation
Charging the battery pack page 13
Setting the date/time and OSD language pages 24-25
Setting the storage media (built-in memory or memory card) page 26
(VP-HMX10A/HMX10C/HMX10CN/HMX10ED only)
Recording
Recording movie or photo images pages 31, 33
Playing back
Selecting an image to play back from the thumbnail index views
pages 39, 41
Viewing play back from your HD camcorder on your PC or TV
pages 43, 88
Step 2
Step 3
Step 1
INSERT
BATTERY
PACK
INSERT
BATTERY
PACK
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WHAT IS INCLUDED WITH YOUR HD CAMCORDER
Your new HD camcorder comes with the following accessories. If any of these items is missing from your box, call
Samsung’s Customer Care Centre.
The exact appearance of each item may vary by model.
The contents may vary depending on the sales region.
Parts and accessories are available at your local Samsung
dealer.
* : This is an optional accessory. To buy this one, contact
your nearest Samsung dealer.
A memory card is not included. See page 29 for memory
cards compatible with your HD camcorder.
getting to know your HD camcorder
󱯎 Battery pack (IA-BP85ST)
󱯐 AC power adaptor (AA-E9 type)
󱯒 Multi-AV cable
󱯔 Component cable
󱯖 USB cable
󱯘 User manual
󱯚 Button-type battery
󱯜 Remote control
󱯞 Cradle
󱯠 Software CD
󱯡 Pouch
󱯢 HDMI cable*
󱯣 Carrying Case*
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󱯔󱯖󱯘
󱯚󱯜󱯞
󱯠󱯡 󱯢
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FRONT & LEFT VIEW
 Recording indicator
 LED Light
 Remote sensor
 Lens
 Internal microphone
 Built-in speaker
 Display ( ) / iCHECK button
 LCD enhancer ( ) button
 USB jack
 COMPONENT / AV / S-Video ( ) jack
 RESET button
 HDMI jack
 Jack cover
 TFT LCD screen (Touch panel)
 Recording start/stop button
 Zoom (W/T) button
 Q.MENU button
 
 
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REAR & BOTTOM VIEW
 MODE button / Mode indicator
(Movie ( ) / Photo ( ) / Play ( ) mode)
 EASY Q button
 DC IN jack
 Recording start/stop button
 POWER switch
 External microphone (MIC) jack
 Charging (CHG) indicator
 Tripod receptacle
 Cradle receptacle
 
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󱯎 REC button
󱯐 DISPLAY ( ) button
󱯒 Skip ( /) button
󱯔 Stop ( ) button
󱯖 MENU button
󱯘 Control ( / / / / ) buttons
󱯚 PHOTO button
󱯜 Zoom (W/T) button
󱯞 SELF TIMER button
󱯠 Search ( /) button
󱯡 Slow playback ( ) button
󱯢 Play/Pause ( ) button
󱯣 Q.MENU button
The buttons on the remote control function the
same as those on the HD camcorder.
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󱯐
󱯒
󱯔
󱯖
󱯘
󱯚
󱯜
󱯞
󱯠
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preparation
This section provides information on using this HD camcorder; such as how to use the provided accessories, how to
charge the battery, how to set up the operation mode and initial set up.
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL
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INSTALLING THE BUTTON-TYPE BATTERY
Installing the button-type battery in the remote control
1. Turn the battery holder counterclockwise (as indicated with (
) mark) using your
fingernail or a coin to open it. The battery holder opens.
2. Insert the battery into the battery holder with the positive (+) terminal facing down and
press 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 turn the battery holder clockwise to lock it.
Precautions regarding the button-type battery
There is a danger of explosion if button-type battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace
only with the same or equivalent type.
Do not pick up the battery using tweezers or other metal tools. This will cause a short
circuit.
Do not recharge, disassemble, heat or immerse the battery in water to avoid the risk
of explosion.
WARNING
Keep the button-type battery out of the reach of the children.
Should any battery be swallowed, consult a doctor immediately.
USING THE CRADLE
The cradle is a connection plate which can be used to make the
camcorder more stable when charging the battery, or connecting to
an external device (TV, PC, etc.).
If you connect your HD camcorder to the provided cradle
using more than one type of cable to output image, the order
of priority of the output signal is as follows:
USB cable Component /Multi-AV cable.
Do not connect the connection cables at the same time, it
may cause conflict and may not work properly.
If this occurs, remove all the connected cables and try the
connection again.
Battery
holder
1
2
3
DC IN jack
USB jack Component/Multi-AV
jack
Cradle
receptacle
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HOLDING THE HD CAMCORDER
Attaching the grip belt
Insert your right hand from the bottom of the HD camcorder up to the base of your thumb.
Put your hand in a position where you can easily operate the Recording start/stop PHOTO button, button, and the
Zoom lever.
Adjust the length of grip belt so that the HD camcorder is stable when you press the button Recording start/stop
with your thumb.
1. Detach the belt.
2. Adjust the length of the grip belt and attach it.
Angle Adjustment
Rotate the swivel handle at the most convenient angle.
You can rotate it downward from 10° to 150°.
Please be careful not to turn the swivel handle backward as
it may cause damage.
150
10
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CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
Use the battery pack only.IA-BP85ST
The battery pack may be charged a little at the time of purchase.
Be sure to charge the battery pack before you start using your HD camcorder.
Inserting the battery pack
1. Slide and open the battery pack cover as shown in the diagram.
2. Insert the battery pack into the battery pack slot until it softly
clicks.
Make sure that word mark (SAMSUNG) is facing down while
the camcorder is placed as shown in the diagram.
3. Slide and close the battery pack cover.
Charging the battery pack
1. Slide the switch downwards to turn off the power.POWER
2. Open the DC IN jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor to
the DC IN jack.
3. Connect the AC power adaptor to a wall socket.
4. Once charged, disconnect the AC power adaptor from the DC IN
jack on your HD camcorder.
Even with the power switched off, the battery pack will still
discharge if it is left inserted in the HD camcorder.
You can also charge with the cradle. page 11
It is recommended you purchase one or more additional battery packs to allow continuous use of your HD
camcorder.
Use only Samsung-approved battery packs. Do not use batteries from other manufacturers.
Otherwise, there is a danger of overheating, fire or explosion.
Samsung is not responsible for problems occurring due to using unapproved batteries.
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Charging indicator
The colour of the CHG lamp indicates the power or charging state.
If the battery pack has been fully charged, the charge indicator is
green.
If you are charging the battery, the colour of the charge indicator is
orange.
If an error occurs while the battery pack in charging, the charging
indicator blinks green.
Charging, recording and playback times with a fully charged battery pack (with no zoom
operation, LCD open, etc.)
Battery type IA-BP85ST
Charging time approx. 80 min
Recording format Continuous recording time Playback time
HD approx. 80 min approx. 100 min
SD approx. 85 min approx. 110 min
Measured times shown above are based on model VP-HMX10A.
(Times for VP-HMX10A/HMX10C/HMX10CN/HMX10ED are almost the same)
The time is only for reference. Figures shown above are measured under Samsung’s test environment, and may
differ from your actual use.
The recording time shortens dramatically in a cold environment. The continuous recording times in the operating
instructions are measured using a fully charged battery pack at 25 °C (77 °F). As the environmental temperature
and conditions vary, the remaining battery time may differ from the approximate continuous recording times given
in the instructions.
<Charging indicator>
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Continuous recording (without zoom)
The times shown in the table reflect the available recording time when the HD camcorder is in the recording mode
without using any other functions. In actual recording, the battery pack may discharge 2-3 times faster than this
reference since the Record start/stop and Zoom are being operated, and playback is performed. Assume that the
recordable time with a fully charged battery pack is between 1/2 and 1/3 of the time in the table, and enough battery
packs to allow for the time you are planning to record on the HD camcorder.
Note that the battery pack discharges faster in a cold environment.
The charging time will vary depending on the remaining battery level.
To check the remaining battery charge, press and hold the Display ( )/CHECK button. page 22
Ejecting the battery pack
1. Slide and open the battery pack cover.
2. Slide the BATT. RELEASE switch and pull out the battery pack.
Gently slide the BATT. RELEASE switch in the direction as
shown in the diagram.
3. Slide and close the battery pack cover.
Additional battery packs are available at your local Samsung
dealer.
If the HD camcorder will not be in use for a while, remove the
battery pack from the HD camcorder.
About battery packs
The battery pack should be recharged in an environment that is between 0°C (32°F) and 40°C (104°F). However,
when it is exposed to cold temperatures (below 0°C (32°F)), its usage time becomes reduced and it may cease
to function. If this happens, place the battery pack in your pocket or other warm, protected place for a short time,
then re-insert it in the HD camcorder.
Do not put the battery pack near any heat source (i.e. fire or a heater).
Do not disassemble, apply pressure to, or heat the battery pack.
Do not allow battery pack terminals to be short-circuited. It may cause leakage, heat generation, induce
overheating or fire.
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Maintaining the battery pack
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 treated as chemical waste.
Make sure that the battery pack is fully charged before starting to record.
To preserve battery power, keep your HD camcorder turned off when you are not operating it.
Even when the power is switched off, the battery pack will still discharge if it is left inserted on the HD camcorder.
When not using the HD camcorder for an extended time period, preserve it with the battery completely separated.
For power saving purposes, the HD camcorder will automatically turn off after 5 minutes in standby mode. (Only if
you set “ ” from the menu to on (“ ”).)Auto Power Off 5 min
When fully discharged, a battery pack damages the internal cells. The battery pack may be prone to leakage
when fully discharged. Charge the battery pack at least once every 6 months to prevent complete discharge of
the battery pack.
About the battery life
Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use. If decreased usage time between charges becomes
significant, it is probably time to replace it with a new one.
Each battery’s life is affected by storage, operating and environmental conditions.
Using the HD camcorder with the AC power adaptor
It is recommended that you use the AC power adaptor to power the HD camcorder from a household AC outlet
when you perform settings on it, playback, or edit images, or use it indoors. page 13
CAUTION
Before detaching the power source, make sure that the HD camcorder’s power is turned off. Failure to do
so can result in camcorder malfunction.
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 HD camcorder.
Do not use the AC power adaptor in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture.
preparation
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BASIC HD CAMCORDER OPERATION
Set the appropriate operation mode according to your preference using the switch and button.POWER MODE
Turning the HD camcorder on and off
You can turn the camcorder on or off by sliding the switch downward.POWER
Set the date and time when using your HD camcorder for the first time.
page 25
When you use your HD camcorder for the first time or you reset it, you will
see the ” menu for the startup display. If you do not set Date/Time Set
the date and time, the date and time setting screen appears every time
you turn on your camcorder.
Setting the operating modes
You can switch the operating mode in the following order each time you press
the button.MODE
Movie mode ( ) Photo mode ( ) Play mode ( ) Movie mode ( )
Each time the operational mode changes, the respective mode indicator
lights up.
- Movie mode ( ): To record movie images. page 31
- Photo mode ( ): To record photo images. page 33
- Play mode ( ): To play movie or photo images, or edit them. page 38
When the HD camcorder is turned on, the self-diagnosis function
operates and a message may appear. In this case, refer to “Warning
indicators and messages” (on pages 96-99) and take corrective action.
Movie mode is set by default with the power on.
System Reset
If the HD camcorder does not operate normally, perform “System Reset”: The HD
camcorder may recover to normal. “System Reset” will reset all settings to factory
defaults. The date and time will also be reset: Set the date and time again before
using the HD camcorder.
1. Turn the HD camcorder off.
Remove the battery pack or AC adaptor.
2. Use a fine tipped pen to hold down the button.RESET
All settings will be reset.
Do not press the button with undue force.RESET
MODE button
POWER switch
Mode indicator
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SCREEN INDICATORS
The OSD indicators are based on memory capacity of 4GB (built-in
memory).
The above screen is an example for explanation: It is different from
the actual display.
Functions marked with * will not be retained when the HD
camcorder is powered on after turning it off.
For enhanced performance, the display indications and the order
are subject to change without prior notice.
( ) The maximum available recording time displayed is 999 minutes
even though the actual available recording time exceeds 999
minutes. However, the actual available recording time is not
affected by the count displayed. page 28
For example, when the actual available recording time is “1,066”
minutes, “999” will be displayed on the screen.
Movie record mode
󱯎 Movie record mode
󱯐 Operating mode (STBY (standby) or (recording))
󱯒 Time counter (movie recording time) / Self timer*
󱯔 Warning indicators and messages
󱯖 Remaining recordable time ( )
󱯘 Storage media (built-in memory (VP-HMX10A/HMX10C/
HMX10CN/HMX10ED only) or memory card)
󱯚 Battery info. (remaining battery level/time)
󱯜 Movie image quality
󱯞 LCD enhancer
󱯠 Anti-Shake (EIS)
󱯡 LED light*
󱯢 Tele macro
󱯣 Wind cut
󱯤 Back light
󱯥 Component out (when component cable is connected.)
󱯦 TV type
(when component or Multi-AV cable is connected.)
󱯧 Menu tab
󱯨 Zoom / Digital zoom position*
󱯩 Date/Time
󱯪 Record/Play mode tab
󱯫 Shutter speed*
󱯬 Manual exposure*
󱯭 Manual focus*
󱯮 White balance
󱯯 Fader*
󱯰 Scene mode (AE) / EASY Q
󱯱 Digital effect*
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Movie play mode
󱯎 Movie play mode
󱯐 Operating status (Play/Pause)
󱯒 File name (file number)
󱯔 Time code (elapsed time / recorded time)
󱯖 Warning indicators and messages / Volume control
󱯘 Storage media (built-in memory (
VP-HMX10A/
HMX10C/HMX10CN/HMX10ED
only) or memory card)
󱯚 Battery info. (remaining battery level/time)
󱯜 LCD enhancer
󱯞 Movie image quality / Edited movie image indicator
(partial delete, divide, combine)
󱯠 Date/Time
󱯡 TV type
(when component or Multi-AV cable is connected.)
󱯢 Component out
(when component cable is connected.)
󱯣 Menu tab
󱯤 Movie play related function tab
(Skip / Search / Play / Pause / Slow Playback)
󱯥 Return tab
󱯦 Volume tab
󱯧 Erase protection
󱯨 Cont. Capture
󱯩 Play option
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The play related tabs disappear on the screen a few
seconds (about 3 seconds) after the image plays
back. They reappear when you touch any point on
the screen.
Memory full!
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Photo record mode
󱯎 Photo record mode
󱯐 Self timer*
󱯒 Warning indicators and messages
󱯔 Image counter
(total number of recordable photo images) ( )
󱯖 Storage media (built-in memory (
VP-HMX10A/
HMX10C/HMX10CN/HMX10ED
only) or memory card)
󱯘 Battery info. (remaining battery level/time)
󱯚 LCD enhancer
󱯜 Cont. shot
󱯞 Tele macro
󱯠 Back light
󱯡 TV type
(when component or Multi-AV cable is connected.)
󱯢 Component out
(when component cable is connected.)
󱯣 Menu tab
󱯤 Zoom position*
󱯥 Date/Time
󱯦 Record/Play mode tab
󱯧 Manual exposure*
󱯨 Manual focus*
󱯩 White balance
󱯪 Resolution
󱯫 Scene mode (AE) / EASY Q
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( ) The maximum number of recordable images displayed
is 99,999 even though the actual number of recordable
images exceeds 99,999. However, the actual number of
recordable images is not affected by the count displayed.
page 28
For example, when the actual number of recordable
images is “156,242,” “99,999” will be displayed on the
screen.
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Photo play mode
󱯎 Photo play mode
󱯐 Slide show / Playback zoom
󱯒 File name (file number)
󱯔 Image counter
(current image / total number of recorded images)
󱯖 Storage media (built-in memory (
VP-HMX10A/
HMX10C/HMX10CN/HMX10ED
only) or memory card)
󱯘 Battery info. (remaining battery level/time)
󱯚 LCD enhancer
󱯜 Date/Time
󱯞 TV type
(when component or Multi-AV cable is connected.)
󱯠 Component out
(when component cable is connected.)
󱯡 Previous image / Next image tab
󱯢 Menu tab
󱯣 Return tab
󱯤 Erase protection
󱯥 Print mark (DPOF)
󱯦 Resolution
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USING THE DISPLAY ( )/ CHECK BUTTON
Switching the information display mode
You can switch between the on-screen information display modes:
Press the ( )Display / CHECK button.
The full and minimum display modes will alternate.
Full display mode: All information will appear.
Minimum display mode: Only operating status indicators will appear.
If the HD camcorder has warning information, a warning message will appear.
Checking the remaining battery and recording capacity
When the power is on, press and hold the Display ( )/ CHECK button.
When the power is off, press the Display ( )/ CHECK button.
After a while, the battery time and approximate recordable time according to the
storage and quality appear for about 10 seconds. If a storage media is not inserted,
its icon does not appear.
Display ( )/ CHECK button does not work in the menu or quick menu screen.
USING THE LCD ENHANCER ( )
Contrast is enhanced for a clear and bright image. This effect is also implemented
outdoors in bright daylight.
1. LCD enhancePress the r ( ) button.
The ( ) indicator is displayed.
2. To exit LCD enhancer, press the button again.LCD enhancer ( )
LCD enhancer function does not affect the quality of the image being recorded.
When LCD enhancer works at the low illumination, some stripes may occur on
the LCD screen. It is not a malfunction.
preparation
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Remaining battery (approx.)
Recordable memory capacity (approx.)
Battery
Memory (Super Fine)
0%
80 Min
50% 100%
044 Min 022 Min
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USING THE LCD SCREEN
Adjusting the LCD screen
1. Open up the LCD screen 90° with your finger.
2. Rotate it to the best angle to record or play.
WARNING
Do not lift the HD camcorder by holding the LCD screen.
Over-rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that
connects the LCD screen to the HD camcorder.
See page 67 to adjust the brightness and contrast of the LCD screen.
Using the touch panel
You can play recorded images and set the functions by using the touch panel.
Place your hand on the rear side of the LCD panel to support it. Then, touch
the items displayed on the screen.
Be careful not to press the buttons nearby the LCD panel accidentally
while using the touch panel.
The tabs and indicators that appear on the LCD panel depend on the
recording/playback status of your HD camcorder at the time.
To avoid malfunction of the touch screen, please remove and discard
the protection film from the screen before using.
Language
Demo
A
Anynet+ (HDMI- CEC)5 / 5
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Setting the date and time
Set the date and time when using this HD camcorder for the first time.
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab.
2. Touch the Settings ( ) tab.
3. Touch the up ( )/down ( ) tab until ” is displayed.Date/Time Set
4. Touch “ Date/Time Set.
5. Touch the up ( )/down ( ) tab to set current day, then touch month field.
6. Set values for month, year, hour, and minute as in setting the day.
7. Touch the (OK
OK
) tab when the date and time setting is completed.
The message ” appears, the set date/time is applied.Date/Time Changed
8. To exit, Return ( ) tab repeatedly until menu disappears.
On charging the built-in rechargeable battery
Your camcorder has a built-in rechargeable battery to retain the
date, time, and other settings even when the power is off. The built-
in rechargeable battery is always charged while your camcorder
is connected to the wall outlet via the AC power adaptor or while
the battery pack is attached. The rechargeable battery will be fully
discharged in about 6 months if you do not use your camcorder at all.
Use your camcorder after charging the built-in rechargeable battery.
If the built-in rechargeable battery is not charged, any input data will
not be backed up and the date/time appears on the screen as “01/
JAN/2007 00:00 Date/Time” (when “ ” display is set to On).
You can set the year up to 2037.
Turning the date and time display on/off
To switch the date and time display on or off, access the menu and change the
date/time display mode. page 66
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Date/Time
File No.
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SELECTING THE STORAGE MEDIA (VP-HMX10A/HMX10C/HMX10CN/HMX10ED only)
You can record movie and photo images on the built-in memory or a memory card, so you should select the desired
storage media before starting recording or playback.
Using the built-in memory
This HD camcorder has an embedded memory that can be conveniently used
to record or playback movie/photo images.
If you use the built-in memory to make a recording, touch the Menu ( ) tab
Storage ( or ) tab Memory.
Using a memory card (not supplied)
This HD camcorder has multi card-slot for access to SDHC (Secure Digital
High Capacity) and MMCplus cards.
You can use SDHC and MMCplus cards on your HD camcorder.
(Some cards are not compatible depending on the memory card manufacturer
and memory card type.)
Before inserting or ejecting the memory card, turn the HD camcorder off.
If you use a memory card to make a record, touch the Menu ( ) tab
Storage ( or ) tab Card.
Never format the built-in memory or memory card using a PC.
When you insert a memory card, play thumbnail mode or menu display mode, the storage media setup
menu appears.
Touch “Yes” if you want to use a memory card, or “ ” if not.No
Do not remove the power (battery pack or AC power adaptor) during accessing storage media such as
recording, 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.
Memory
Card
1 / 1
Memory
Card
1 / 1
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INSERTING/EJECTING A MEMORY CARD
Inserting a memory card
1. Slide and open the memory card cover.
2. Insert the memory card into the slot until it softly clicks.
Make sure that the terminal part is facing up and the camcorder is
placed as shown in the diagram.
3. Slide and close the memory card cover.
Ejecting a memory card
1. Slide and open the memory card cover.
2. Slightly push the memory card inwards to pop it out.
3. Pull the memory card out of the slot and slide and close the memory card
cover.
The HD camcorder supports SDHC and MMCplus memory cards for data storage.
The data storage speed may differ, according to the manufacturer and production system.
SLC (single-level cell) system: faster write speed is enabled.
MLC (multi-level cell) system: only lower write speed is supported.
For best results, we recommend using a memory card that supports faster write speed.
Using a lower write speed memory card for recording a movie may cause difficulties with storing the movie on the
memory card. You may even lose your movie data during the recording.
In an attempt to preserve any bit of the recorded movie, the HD camcorder forcibly stores the movie on the
memory card and displays a warning: “Low Speed Card. Please record a Lower quality
If you are unavoidably using a low speed memory card, lower the recording quality by one level “ ” “[HD] Fine, [HD]
Normal.
You have five quality options to record a movie with the HD camcorder : “ ” “ ” “[HD] Super Fine, [HD]Fine, [HD]
Normal, [SD] Standard, [SD] Economy.” “ ” and “
However, the higher the quality, the more memory that will be used.
Actual formatted capacity may be less as the internal firmware uses a portion of the memory.
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RECORDABLE TIME AND NUMBER OF IMAGES
Recordable time for movie images
Movie quality Storage media (Capacity)
1GB 2GB 4GB 8GB 16GB
[HD] Super Fine Approx. 11min Approx. 22min Approx. 44min Approx. 88min Approx. 176min
[HD] Fine Approx. 14min Approx. 29min Approx. 59min Approx. 118min Approx. 236min
[HD] Normal Approx. 22min Approx. 44min Approx. 88min Approx. 177min Approx. 354min
[SD] Standard Approx. 33min Approx. 67min Approx. 133min Approx. 266min Approx. 532min
[SD] Economy Approx. 67min Approx. 133min Approx. 267min Approx. 533min Approx. 1066min
Recordable number of photo images
Photo resolution Storage media (Capacity)
1GB 2GB 4GB 8GB 16GB
2048x1536 Approx. 953 Approx. 1906 Approx. 3813 Approx. 7627 Approx. 15254
1440x1080 Approx. 1929 Approx. 3859 Approx. 7719 Approx. 15439 Approx. 30878
640x480 Approx. 9765 Approx. 19530 Approx. 39060 Approx. 78121 Approx. 156242
The above figures are measured under Samsungs standard recording test conditions and may differ
depending on actual use.
The HD camcorder provides five quality options for movie recordings: “[HD] Super Fine,” “[HD] Fine,” “[HD]
Normal,” “[SD] Standard,” “[SD] Economy.”
The higher the quality setting, the more memory is used.
The compression rate increases when choosing lower quality settings. The higher the compression rate is,
the longer the recording time will be. However, the image quality will be lower.
The bit rate automatically adjusts to the recording image, and the recording time may vary accordingly.
Memory cards of bigger than 32GB in capacity may not work properly.
The maximum size of a movie file that can be recorded at one time is 2GB.
To check the remaining memory capacity, press ( )Display /CHECK button. page 22
The maximum available recording time displayed is 999 minutes and the maximum number of recordable
images displayed is 99,999.
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SELECTING A SUITABLE MEMORY CARD
You can use a SDHC memory card and MMCplus cards.
- You can also use a SD memory card, but it is recommended that you use memory card and a SDHC
MMCplus with your HD camcorder. ( card supports upto .)SD 2GB
MultiMediaCards (MMC) are not supported.
On this HD camcorder, you can use memory cards of the following capacity: 128MB ~ 32GB.
Compatible recording media
The following recording media have been guaranteed to work with this HD camcorder. Others are not guaranteed
to work, so buy such products with caution.
- : By Panasonic, SanDisk, and TOSHIBA.SDHC or SD memory cards
- : By Transcend.MMCplus
If other media are used, they may fail to record data correctly, or they may lose data that has already been
recorded.
For movie recording, use a memory card that supports faster write speeds (at least 2MB/s).
SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) memory card
SDHC memory card complies with the new SD specification Ver.2.00. This latest specification was established by
the SD Card Association to realize data capacity over 2GB.
The SDHC memory card supports a mechanical write-protection switch. Setting
the switch prevents accidental erasure of files recorded on the SDHC memory card.
To enable writing, move the switch up in the direction of the terminals. To set write
protection, move the switch down.
SDHC memory cards cannot be used with current SD enabled host devices.
MMCplus (Multi Media Card plus)
MMCplus cards have no protection tab. Use the protect function in the menu.
page 78
<Usable memory cards>
Terminals
<MMCplus>
<SDHC memory card> Protection
tab
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Common cautions for memory cards
Damaged data may not be recovered. It is recommended you back-up important recordings separately on your
PC’s hard disk.
After you modify the name of a file or folder stored in the memory card using your PC, your camcorder may not
recognise the modified file.
Handling a memory card
It is recommended that you switch off before inserting or removing the memory card to avoid data loss.
It is not guaranteed that you can use a memory card formatted by other devices. Be sure to format your memory
card using this camcorder.
Memory cards need to be formatted on this camcorder before use.
If you cannot use a memory card that has been previously used with another device, format it on your HD
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 cause a strong impact to your memory card.
Do not use or store in a place that has a high temperature and humidity or a dusty environment.
Do not place foreign substances on the memory card terminals. Use a soft dry cloth to clean the terminals if
required.
Do not put any additional labels on the memory card.
Be careful to keep the memory card out of the reach of children who might swallow it.
Note on use
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.
After a period of use, the memory card may become warm. This is normal and is not a malfunction.
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recording
Basic procedures to record a movie or photo image are described below and on the following pages.
RECORDING MOVIE IMAGES
You can record movie images in Movie mode only. page 17
This HD camcorder provides two buttons. One is on Recording start/stop
the rear side of the camcorder and the other is on the LCD panel. Select the
Recording start/stop
button that works best for you.
1. Turn the HD camcorder on.
Connect a power source to the HD camcorder.
(A battery pack or an AC power adaptor) pages 13, 16
Slide the switch downward to turn the HD camcorder on.POWER
Set the appropriate storage media. (VP-HMX10A/HMX10C/HMX10CN/
HMX10ED only) page 26
(If you want to record on a memory card, insert the memory card.)
2. Check the subject on the LCD screen.
Set the switch to open (Lens open/close ). page 8
3. Press the button.Recording start/stop
The recording ( ) indicator will display, and recording will start.
To stop recording, press the Recording start/stop button again.
4. When recording is finished, turn the HD camcorder off.
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Movie images are compressed in H.264 (MPEG-4.AVC) format.
Eject the battery pack when you have finished recording to prevent unnecessary battery power
consumption.
For on-screen information display, see page 18.
For approximate recording time, see page 28.
You can record movie images using the remote control.
Sound is recorded from the internal stereo microphone on the front of the HD camcorder. Take care that this
microphone is not blocked.
Before recording an important movie, make sure to test the recording function by checking if there is any
problem with the audio and video recording.
For various functions available during recording, see “RECORDING MENU ITEMS” on pages 52-64.
Do not operate the power switch or remove the memory card while accessing the storage media. Doing so
may damage the storage media or the data on storage media.
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. After data recovery,
the system will be switched to the STBY mode. When the recording time is short, the data may fail to be
recovered.
Settings and Storage menu are not available during recording.
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TAKING PHOTO IMAGES
You can take photo images in Photo mode only. page 17
1. POWERSlide the switch downwards to turn on the power and press the
MODE button to set Photo ( ). page 17
Set the appropriate storage media. (VP-HMX10A/HMX10C/HMX10CN/
HMX10ED only) page 26
(If you want to record on a memory card, insert the memory card.)
2. Check the subject on the LCD screen.
Set the switch to open (Lens open/close ). page 8
3. Press the button halfway down (half press).PHOTO
The HD camcorder automatically focuses on the subject at the centre of
screen (when auto focus is selected).
When the image is in focus, the ( ) indicator is displayed in green.
4. Press the button fully down (full press).PHOTO
A shutter sound is heard. When the ( ) indicator disappears, the photo
image has been recorded.
While saving the photo image on the storage media, you cannot proceed
with the next recording.
The number of photo images that can be stored depends on the image
quality or the image size. For details, see page 28.
The photo image is taken only in the 4:3 aspect ratio as shown in the
right illustration.
Audio will not be recorded with the photo image on the storage media.
If focussing is difficult, use the manual focus function. page 56
Do not operate the switch or remove the memory card while POWER
accessing the storage media. Doing so may damage the storage media
or the data on storage media.
Photo image files recorded by your HD camcorder conform to the “DCF
(Design rule for Camera File system)” universal standard established
by the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries
Association).
DCF is an integrated image-file format for digital cameras: Image files
can be used on all digital devices conforming to DCF.
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RECORDING WITH EASE FOR BEGINNERS (EASY Q MODE)
The EASY Q function is only available with the Movie and Photo modes.
page 17
With the EASY Q function, most of the HD camcorder settings are automatically
adjusted, which frees you from making detailed adjustments.
1. EASY Q Press the button.
When you press the button, most functions turn off and theEASY Q
following functions are set to “ ” (Scene Mode, White Balance, Exposure, Auto.
Anti-Shake, Focus, Shutter).
The EASY Q ( ) and Anti-shake ( ) indicators appear on the
screen at the same time.
2. To record movie images, press the Recording start/stop button.
To take photo images, press the button.PHOTO
To cancel the EASY Q mode
Press the button again.EASY Q
The EASY Q ( ) and Anti-shake ( ) indicators disappear from the
screen.
Almost all the settings will return to the settings that were set prior to activating
EASY Q mode.
Buttons unavailable during EASY Q operation
The following buttons and control are unavailable because the items are
automatically set. The “Release the Easy.Q” messages may appear if
unavailable operations are attempted.
- ( ) tab / button / etc.MENU Q.MENU
- See page 108 for the list of unavailable functions.
Cancel EASY Q function if you want to add any effect or settings to the
images.
Anti-shake is available only in the movie record mode.
<Movie record mode>
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CAPTURING STILL IMAGES DURING MOVIE IMAGE PLAYBACK
This function works only in the Play mode. page 17
If you press the button during playback, the camcorder stops playing PHOTO
and saves one image of the current movie scene that is paused.
Set the appropriate storage media. (VP-HMX10A/HMX10C/HMX10CN/
HMX10ED only) page 26
(If you want to record on a memory card, insert the memory card.)
1. Touch the Movie ( ) tab.
To change the current thumbnail page, touch the up ( ) or down
( ) tab.
2. Touch the movie image you want.
3. Press the button halfway down.PHOTO
The playback screen is paused.
4. Press the button fully down.PHOTO
The still image is recorded on the storage media.
The still images copied from the movie images to the storage media
are saved. (HD format is saved in a 1280x720, SD format is saved in a
720x576)
Photo images are compressed in JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts
Group) format.
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USING THE EXTERNAL MICROPHONE
Connect external microphone (optional-user provided) to the external microphone
jack of this HD camcorder for clearer audio recordings. Turn on the switch on
microphone and start recording.
This HD camcorder cannot use a plug-in power type microphone
(power supplied from camcorder).
Only a 3.5 Ø microphone plug can be connected to the HD camcorder.
The function is not available when using the external “Wind Cut”
microphone.
ZOOMING
This HD camcorder allows you to record using optical 10x power zoom and digital
zoom with the lever or the button on the LCD panel.Zoom Zoom
To zoom in
Slide the lever towards (telephoto).Zoom T
(Or press the (zoom) button on the LCD panel.)T
To zoom out
Slide the lever towards (wide-angle).Zoom W
(Or press the (zoom) button on the LCD panel.)W
The farther you slide the lever, the quicker the zoom action.Zoom
Zoom magnification over 10x is done through digital image processing, and
is, therefore, called digital zoom. You can achieve up to 20x magnification by
using digital zooming. Set “ ” to “ Digital Zoom On. page 62
Focussing may become unstable during zooming. In the case, set the
zoom before recording and lock the focus by using the manual focus.
( page 56)
During digital zoom, the image quality may suffer.
Macro shooting is possible as close as approx. 3 cm (1.2”) to the subject
when the lever is set all the way to .Zoom W
When you zoom into a subject close to the lens, the HD camcorder may
automatically zoom out depending on the distance to the subject. In this
case, set “Tele Macro On.” to “ page 59
W : Wide angle T : Telephoto
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SELF RECORD USING THE REMOTE CONTROL
The SELF TIMER function works only in Movie and Photo modes. page 17
When you use the SELF TIMER function on the remote control, recording
begins automatically in 10 seconds.
1. Press the button.SELF TIMER
The (10 ) indicator is displayed.
2. To record movie images, press the button.REC
To take photo images, press the button.PHOTO
Self timer starts counting down from 10. At this moment, recording indicator
blinks with a beep sound.
At the last second of the countdown, recording starts automatically.
If you want to cancel the self timer function before recording, press the
SELF TIMER, REC PHOTOor button again.
Do not obstruct the remote control sensor by putting obstacles between
the remote control and HD camcorder.
The remote control range is 4 to 5 m (13 to 17 ft).
The effective remote control angle is up to 30 degrees left /right from
the centre line.
Using a tripod (not supplied) is recommended during self record.
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You can view recorded movie and photo images in the thumbnail index view and play them in various ways.
CHANGING THE PLAYBACK MODE
You can set the movie recording, the photo recording and the play mode in turn with the button.MODE
You can switch the play mode to the recording mode in turn by touching the tab on the lower left of the LCD
screen.
The recorded movie and photo images are displayed in the thumbnail index view.
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PLAYING MOVIE IMAGES
This function works only in the Play mode. page 17
You can find a desired movie image quickly using thumbnail index views.
You can also use the playback-related buttons on the remote control. page 40
1. Slide the switch downwards to turn on the power and press the POWER
MODE button to set Play ( ).
Set the appropriate storage media. (VP-HMX10A/HMX10C/HMX10CN/
HMX10ED only) page 26
(If you want to play from a memory card, insert the memory card.)
2. Touch the Movie ( ) tab.
The thumbnail index view appears.
To change the current thumbnail page, touch the up ( ) or down ( ) tab.
3. Touch a desired movie image.
The selected movie image is played according to Play Option setting.
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Drag your finger from left to right to select the previous image on the LCD
screen, reverse to select the next image.
To stop playback and return to thumbnail index view, touch the Return ( )
tab.
The play related tabs disappear on the screen a few seconds after the image
plays back. They reappear when you touch any point on the screen.
Depending on the amount of data to be played back, it may take some time
for the playback images to appear.
Movies edited on a PC may not be displayed on this HD camcorder.
Movies recorded on another camcorder cannot be played on this HD
camcorder.
The play is paused when you touch the menu ( ) tab during playing.
Adjusting the volume
Touch the Volume ( ) tab on the LCD screen.
- You can control the volume by using decrease ( ) or increase ( ) tab on
the LCD screen.
- The level can be adjusted anywhere between 00 and 19.
- You can perform the same operation by using the remote control. ( / )
You can hear the recorded sound from the built-in speaker.
If you close the LCD screen while playing, you will not hear the sound
from the speaker.
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Various playback operations
Playback / Pause / Stop
Play and Pause functions alternate when you touch the Playback ( )/Pause
( ) tab during playback. Touch the Return ( ) tab to stop playback.
You can perform the same operation by using the remote control. ( / )
You can change playback direction by using Forward ( ) and Reverse ( ) on
the remote control during playback.
Search playback
During playback, each touch of Reverse search ( ) / Forward search ( ) tab
increases the play speed.
- RPS (Reverse Playback Search) rate: p48-x2 p48-x4 p48-x8 p48-x16 x32 x2
- FPS (Forward Playback Search) rate: p48-x2 p48-x4 p48-x8 p48-x16 x32 x2
You can perform the same operation by using the remote control. ( / )
To resume normal playback, touch the Playback ( ) tab or press Playback/
Pause button ( ) on the remote control.
Skip playback
Touch the Reverse skip ( ) / Forward skip ( ) tab during playback.
When playing the selected movie, if you touch the Forward skip ( ) tab, it
moves to the next movie.
If you touch the Reverse skip ( ), it moves to the beginning of the movie.
If you touch Reverse skip ( ) within 3 seconds from the start of a movie, it
moves to the beginning of the previous movie.
You can perform the same operation by using the remote control. ( / )
Slow playback
Touching the Reverse slow ( ) / Forward slow ( ) tab while paused will play the movie forward or reverse at
the 1/2x and 1/4x speed.
You can play the movie at the 1/2x and 1/4x speed by using the Slow ( ) button and change playback direction
by using Forward ( ) and Reverse ( ) button on the remote control.
To resume normal playback, touch Playback ( ) tab or press the Playback/Pause ( ) button on the remote
control.
Frame by frame playback
During pause, press the Forward ( )
button on the remote control to begin the forward frame advance.
To resume normal playback, press the Playback/Pause ( ) button. (Or touch the Playback ( ) tab on the screen.)
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VIEWING PHOTO IMAGES
This function works only in the Play mode. page 17
You can play back and view photo images recorded on the storage media.
1. POWER Slide the switch downwards to turn on the power and press the
MODE button to set Play ( ).
Set the appropriate storage media. (VP-HMX10A/HMX10C/HMX10CN/
HMX10ED only) page 26 (If you want to play back images on a memory
card, insert the memory card.)
2. Touch the Photo ( ) tab.
The thumbnail index view appears.
To change the current thumbnail page, touch the up ( ) or down ( ) tab.
3. Touch a desired photo image.
4. Touch previous image ( )/next image ( ) tab, search for the desired photo
image.
To view the previous image, touch the previous image ( ) tab.
To view the next image, touch the next image ( ) tab.
Drag your finger from left to right to select the previous image on the LCD
screen, reverse to select the next image.
Place and hold your finger on the previous image ( )/next image ( )
tab to search for an image quickly. Actually the image number is changed
during search with images not changed.
5. To return to the thumbnail index view, touch the Return ( ) tab.
The play-related tabs disappear from the screen a few seconds after play
starts. They reappear when you touch any point on the screen.
Loading time may vary depending on the image size.
Photo(JPEG) files created in the other devices cannot be played back in this
HD camcorder.
To view a slide show
Set the slide show function for continuous display.
1.
Touch the Menu ( ) tab in the thumbnail index view or single-image display mode.
The menu will appear.
2. TouchSlide Show.
The ( ) indicator is displayed. The slide show will start from the current image.
All images will be played back consecutively for 2~3 seconds each.
To stop the slide show, touch the Return ( ) tab.
Slide show is available also in the quick menu. page 51
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Zooming during playback
You can magnify the playback image from about 1.1 to 8 times the original size.
Magnification can be adjusted with the lever or the button on LCD Zoom Zoom
panel.
1. Touch the image you want to magnify.
2. Adjust the magnification with (Wide angle)/ (Telephoto).W T
The screen is framed and the image is magnified starting from the centre of
image.
You can zoom in from X1.1 to X8.0 by sliding the lever.Zoom
While the playback zoom is in use, you cannot select any previous/next
image.
3. Touch the up ( )/down ( )/left ( )/right ( ) tab to get the part you want in
the center of the screen.
4. To cancel, touch the Return ( ) tab.
You cannot apply the playback zoom function to the images that are
recorded on other devices.
Playback zoom function is available only in the photo play mode.
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connection
You can view the recorded movie and photo images on a large screen by connecting the HD camcorder to an HDTV or
normal TV.
CONNECTING TO A TV
Before connecting to a TV
According to TV and cables that are used, the connection method and resolution can differ.
For more information about the connection, refer to the TV user manual.
Use the supplied AC power adaptor as the power source. page 16
Connecting to a high definition TV
To play back the HD-quality (1280x720) movie images, you need a high definition TV (HDTV).
Method 1: Connect your HD camcorder to a TV with an HDMI cable. (HDMI cable : optional accessory)
Method 2: Tune the output signal for TV using the “ ” function. Component Out page 71
About the HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface)
HDMI jack is an interface to both video/audio signals. HDMI connection supplies high quality images and sound.
The HDMI jack on your HD camcorder is for output use only.
You can use the Anynet+ function by connecting the HD camcorder to a Samsung Anynet+ supported TV with the HDMI cable. Refer to
the corresponding TV user manual for more details.
When the HD camcorder connected to the Anynet+ supported TV with an HDMI cable turns on, TV automatically turns on. (It is one of
the Anynet+ functions.) If you do not want to use Anynet+ function, set “ ” to “ Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) Off. page 70
The Camcorders output is fixed to 576p when a DVI cable is connected. To hear audio, the audio cable of Component or Multi-AV cable
must be connected.
When an HDMI cable is connected. it will override all other connections.
HDMI feature can recognize the TV type automatically and adjust the video output resolution. Manual setting is not necessary.
Method 1
HDMI IN
HD camcorder
Signal flow
HD TV
HDMI cable
Method 2
HD camcorder
Signal flow
Component cable
HD TV
COMPONENT IN
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Connecting to a normal TV (16:9/4:3)
The connection is used when downconverting recorded HD images to SD for playback.
When playing back HD-quality (1280x720) movie images on a SDTV, the images are down-converted to 720x576.
The multi-AV cable does not support HD-quality images so it down-converts them to SD-quality images.
Before connecting your HD camcorder to a TV, set the same aspect ratio on your HD camcorder as on your TV.
page 70
Method 1: Tune the output signal for TV using the ” function. Component Out page 71
Method 2: When connecting with Multi -AV cable.
If only a mono audio input is available on the TV set, use the audio cable with the white jack (Audio L).
You may use an S-Video jack on the cable to obtain better quality images if you have an S-Video jack on
your TV.
Even if you use an S-Video jack, you need to connect an audio cable.
When connecting HDMI, component and multi-AV cables at the same time, the video output priorities are as
follows: HDMI output Component output S-Video output Video output
When connecting your HD camcorder to TV through HDMI, component, or multi-AV cable, check whether
the connections are correctly made.
When inserting/removing the HDMI, component, and multi-AV cables, do not apply excessive force.
When connecting the multi-AV cable or component cable, make sure to match the color of the cable plugs
to the TV jacks.
It is recommended to use the AC power adaptor as the power source.
When the HD camcorder is connected to a TV, you cannot control the volume of the TV from the camcorder.
connection
Method 1
COMPONENT IN
Y Pb Pr L R
AUDIO IN
Normal TV
HD camcorder
Signal flow
Component cable
Method 2
S-VIDEO IN
L R
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HD camcorder
Signal flow
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Viewing on TV screen
1. Slide the switch downwards to turn on the power and press the button to set Play ( ). POWER MODE
page 17
2. Turn on the TV and set the input source on the TV to the input connection the HD camcorder is connected to.
Refer to the TV’s instruction manual to see how to switch the TV input.
3. Perform playback. page 39, 41
The image on the HD camcorder appears on the TV screen.
You can also monitor the image on the LCD screen of the HD camcorder.
You can also perform play, recording or editing in play mode while viewing on a TV screen.
Image display depending on TV screen ratio
Recording ratio TV Type setting Wide (16:9) TV 4:3 TV
Images recorded in the 16:9 ratio
Movie images
Photo capture images
16:9
4:3
Photo images recorded in the 4:3
ratio
16:9
4:3
Refer to page 70 for “TV Type” setting.
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using the menu items
You can operate the HD camcorder more usefully by setting menus related to recording, playback and setting.
HANDLING MENUS AND QUICK MENUS
You can change the menu settings to customise your HD camcorder. Access the desired menu screen by
following the steps below and change the various settings.
Using the touch panel, you can easily make your selection and navigate the menu.
Menu ( ) tab: Use it to enter the menu.
 Up ( )/down ( ) tab: Use it to change the previous or next page.
Return ( ) tab: Use it to move to the previous menu or exit from the menu.
Exit ( ) tab: Use it to exit from the menu.
button: Use it to enter the quick menu.Q.MENU
Quick menu provides easier access to frequently used menus without using the Menu ( ) tab.
Menu and quick menu cannot be used in EASY Q mode.
Accessible items in menu and quick menu vary depending on the operation mode.
For the accessible items, see pages 49-51.
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Shutter WB Guideline
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Follow the instruction below to use each of the menu items listed on this
page.
For example: setting the White Balance in movie mode
When using Menu ( ) tab;
1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab.
2. Touch “ White Balance.
If the item is not on the screen, touch the up ( ) or down ( ) tab to scroll
up or down to the next group of options.
3. Touch the desired option.
If the item is not on the screen, touch the up ( ) or down ( ) tab to scroll
up or down to the next group of options.
4. To exit, touch the Exit ( ) tab or Return ( ) tab until the menu disappears.
When using the Q.MENU button;
1. Press the button to enter the quick menu.Q.MENU
2. Touch “ WB.
3. Touch the desired option.
4. To exit, touch the Exit ( ) tab or Return ( ) tab until the menu disappears.
There are some functions you cannot activate simultaneously, when using
Menu ( ) tab or button. You cannot select the grey menu items Q.MENU
on the screen. Refer to the troubleshooting for examples of unworkable
combinations of functions and menu items. page 108
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MENU ITEMS
Accessible items in menu vary depending on the operation mode.
For operation details, see the corresponding page.
Recording menu items ( )
Operating mode Movie ( ) Photo ( ) Default value Page
Scene Mode (AE)   Auto 52
Resolution X1440x1080 63
Cont. Shot XOff 63
White Balance   Auto 53
Exposure   Auto 54
Anti-Shake (EIS) XOff 55
Digital Effect XOff 56
Focus   Auto 56
Shutter XAuto 58
Tele Macro   Off 59
Quality X(HD) Super Fine 60
Wind Cut XOff 60
Back Light   Off 61
Fader XOff 61
Digital Zoom XOff 62
Playback menu items ( )
Operating mode Movie ( ) Photo ( ) Default value Page
Play Option XPlay All 64
Slide Show X- 41
Delete   - 79
Protect   - 78
Copy *  - 80
Move*  - 81
Edit
Partial Delete X- 72
Divide (thumbnail index view only) X- 73
Combine (thumbnail index view only) X- 74
Cont. Capture XOff 64
Print Mark (DPOF) (Memory card only) X- 82
File Info (single display mode only)   - 65
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Setting menu items ( )
Operating mode Default value Page
Date/Time Set - 66
Date/Time Off 66
File No. Series 66
LCD Control Bright 18 / Contrast 18 67
Storage Info - 67
Format - 68
Beep Sound On 68
Shutter Sound On 68
Auto Power Off 5 min 69
LED Light Off 69
Rec Lamp On 69
Remote On 70
USB Connect Mass Storage 70
TV Type 16:9 70
Component Out Auto 71
Default Set - 71
Language - 71
Demo Off 71
Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) On 70
Some items will not appear depending on the storage media type.
There are some functions you cannot activate simultaneously, when using Menu ( ) tab or button. Q.MENU
You cannot select the menu items that are greyed out on the screen. Refer to the troubleshooting for examples of
unworkable combinations of functions and menu items. page 108
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QUICK MENU ITEMS
Accessible items in the quick menu vary depending on the operation mode.
For operation details, see the corresponding page.
Recording menu items
Operating mode Movie ( ) Photo ( ) Default value Page
Storage* Memory 26
Focus   Auto 56
Exposure   Auto 54
Shutter XAuto 58
WB   Auto 53
Guideline   Off 64
Playback menu items
Operating mode Movie ( ) Photo ( ) Default value Page
Storage* Memory 26
Copy*   - 80
Delete   - 79
Edit X- 72-74
Playlist X- 76-77
Highlight X- 65
Slide X- 41
Some items will not appear depending on the storage media type.
There are some functions you cannot activate simultaneously, when using Menu ( ) tab or button. Q.MENU
You cannot select the menu items that are greyed out on the screen. Refer to the troubleshooting for examples of
unworkable combinations of functions and menu items. page 108
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White Balance
This HD camcorder automatically adjusts the colour of subject.
Change the white balance setting depending on the recording conditions.
Settings Contents On-screen
display
Auto This option is generally used to control the white balance automatically. None
Daylight This controls the white balance according to the outdoor ambience, especially for
close up and when the subject is of one dominant colour.
Cloudy This option is used when you make a recording in cloudy weather.
Fluorescent This option is used when you make a recording under white fluorescent lights.
Tungsten This option is used when the surroundings are less than 3200K of tungsten lights.
Custom WB You can manually adjust white balance to match the light source or situation
Setting white balance manually;
1. Touch “ Custom WB.
The “ ” indicator is displayed.Set White Balance
2. Frame a white object such as a piece of white paper so that it fills the screen.
Use an object that is not transparent.
If the object that fills the screen is not focussed, correct the focus using
Focus : Manual page 56
3. Touch the (OK
OK
) tab.
The white balance setting will be applied and ( ) indicator is displayed.
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A subject can be shot under various types of lighting conditions indoors (natural, fluorescent, candlelight,
etc.). Because the colour temperature is different depending on the light source, the subject tint will differ
depending on the white balance settings. Use this function for a more natural result.
It is recommended that you specify “Digital Zoom: Off” ( page 62) before setting white balance.
Do not use a coloured object when setting white balance: The appropriate tint cannot be set.
This function will be set to “ Auto” in the EASY Q mode.
Reset the white balance if lighting conditions change.
During normal outdoor recording, setting to auto may provide better results.
Exposure
The HD camcorder usually adjusts the exposure automatically. You can also manually adjust the exposure depending
on the recording conditions.
Settings Contents On-screen
display
Auto This option automatically adjusts image brightness according to the environmental
light conditions. None
Manual You can adjust the brightness of an image manually. Adjust the brightness when the
subject is too bright or too dark.
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.
Touch decrease ( ) or increase ( ) tab to adjust the exposure while viewing
the image on the LCD screen.
Exposure value can be set between “ ” and “ 0 29.
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Manual exposure is recommended in situations listed below:
When shooting using reverse lighting 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 or the subject is bright.
If you manually change the exposure value when “ ” function is selected, manual changes Scene Mode (AE)
are applied first.
This function will be set to “ ” in the EASY Q mode.Auto
Anti-Shake (EIS: Electronic Image Stabilizer)
When you use zoom to record a magnified subject image, it will correct fuzziness in the recorded image.
Settings Contents On-screen
display
Off Disables the function. None
On Compensates for unstable images caused by camcorder-shake, particularly at high
magnification.
EASY Q mode automatically sets the “ ” to “ Anti-Shake On.
When “ ” is set, there will be a slight difference between the actual movement and the Anti-Shake: On
movement on screen.
Gross camcorder shake may not be entirely corrected even if “ ” is set. Firmly hold the HD Anti-Shake: On
camcorder with both hands.
It is recommended that you specify “Anti-Shake: Off” when using the HD camcorder on a desk or tripod
(not supplied).
When you record images with high magnification and the “ ” is set to “ ” in dark locations, Anti-Shake On
after-images may stand out. In this case, we recommend using a tripod (not supplied) and turning the “Anti-
Shake Off.” to “
The Anti-Shake function will work only in Movie ( ) mode.
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Digital Effect
The digital effect enables you to give a creative look to your recording. Select the appropriate digital effect for
the type of picture that you wish to record and the effect you wish to create.
There are 4 different digital effect options.
Settings Contents On-screen
display
Off Disables the function. None
Black & White This mode changes the images to black and
white.
Sepia This mode gives the images a reddish brown
pigment.
Negative This mode reverses the colours, creating a
negative image.
Art This mode gives the images a coarse effect.
This function will be set to “ ” in the EASY Q mode.Off
Focus
The HD camcorder usually focusses on a subject automatically (auto focus). When the HD camcorder is turned on,
auto focus will always be set.
You can also manually focus a subject depending on the recording conditions.
Settings Contents On-screen
display
Auto In most situations, it is better to use the automatic focus feature, as it enables you to
concentrate on the creative side of your recording. None
Manual Manual focussing may be necessary under certain conditions that make automatic
focussing difficult or unreliable.
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Focussing manually during recording
This HD camcorder automatically focusses a subject from close-up to infinity.
However, the correct focus may not be obtained depending on the recording
condition. In this case, use the manual focus mode.
1. Touch “ Focus Manual.
The manual focus adjustment indicator appears.
2. Touch the nearer subject ( ) or farther subject ( ) tab to adjust the focus,
while viewing the subject on the LCD screen.
Focussing on a farther subject
To focus on a farther subject, touch the farther subject ( ) tab.
Focussing in a nearer subject
To focus on a nearer subject, touch the nearer subject ( ) tab.
In the following situations, you may obtain better results by adjusting
the focus manually.
A picture containing several objects, some close to the HD camcorder, others farther away.
A person enveloped in fog or surrounded by snow.
Very shiny or glossy surfaces like a car.
People or objects moving constantly or quickly like an athlete or a crowd.
” function will alternate between manual focus and auto focus. With auto focus, no indication will Focus
appear on the screen.
Be sure to zoom in on your subject before manually focussing on it. If you bring the subject into focus at the
” control side, focus will be faulty when you turn the zoom lever to the “ ” control side to zoom in on the W T
subject.
If you are inexperienced in the use of HD camcorders, we recommend that you use auto focus.
This function will be set to “ ” in the EASY Q mode.Auto
The nearer or farther icon ( / ) appears in the centre when focus adjustment reaches the end.
The adjusted value is applied right after touching the ( or ) tab.
Focus
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Shutter
The HD camcorder automatically sets the shutter speed depending on the subject brightness. You can also manually
adjust the shutter speed according to the scene conditions.
Settings Contents On-screen
display
Auto The HD camcorder automatically sets the appropriate aperture value. None
Manual Shutter speed can be set to 1/50, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, 1/4000, or
1/10000. S.1/XXX
Setting the shutter speed manually
You can set the shutter speed manually. A fast shutter speed can freeze the
motion of a fast moving subject and a slow shutter speed can blur the subject to
give the impression of motion.
Fast shutter speed allows a fast-moving subject to be captured one frame at a
time vividly.
Use these settings when an automatic adjustment does not work well with
” mode in “ Sports Scene Mode (AE). page 52
Recommended shutter speed when recording
Shutter speed conditions
1/50 The shutter speed is fixed at 1/50 second. Black bands that usually appear when
shooting a TV screen become narrower.
1/120
The shutter speed is fixed at 1/120 second. Indoor sports such as basketball. The
flickering that occurs when shooting under a florescent light or mercury-vapor lamp is
reduced.
1/250, 1/500, 1/1000 Moving cars, trains or other rapidly moving vehicles such as roller coasters
1/2000, 1/4000, 1/10000 Outdoor sports such as golf and tennis.
Shutter
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If you manually change the shutter speed value when “ ” function is selected, manual Scene Mode (AE)
changes are applied first.
The image may not seem smooth when a high shutter speed is set.
This function will be set to “ ” in the EASY Q mode.Auto
When recording with a shutter speed of 1/1000 or higher, make sure the sun is not directly shining into the
lens.
The shutter speed will work only in Movie ( ) mode.
Tele Macro
This function is used to record a distant subject that is approaching.
The effective focal distance in the Tele macro mode is between 50 Cm (19.7 inches) and 100 Cm (39.4 inches).
Settings Contents On-screen
display
Off Disables the function. None
On Tele macro is executed.
When recording in Tele macro mode, the focus speed may be lowered.
When you operate the zoom function in the Tele macro mode, the recording subject may get out of focus.
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, focussing area narrows.
When you can not get proper focus, move the lever to adjust focus.Zoom
This function will be set to “ ” in the EASY Q mode.Off
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using the menu items
Quality
You can select the quality of a movie to be recorded.
Regarding detailed image capacity, see page 28.
Settings Contents On-screen
display
[HD] Super Fine Records in the HD format the highest quality mode. (Approx. 12Mbps)
[HD] Fine Records in the HD format high quality mode. (Approx. 9Mbps)
[HD] Normal Records in the HD format normal quality mode. (Approx. 6Mbps)
[SD] Standard Records in the SD format standard quality mode. (Approx. 4Mbps)
[SD] Economy Records in the SD format economy quality mode. (Approx. 2Mbps)
The movie can be recorded in 1280x720 (HD) or 720x576 (SD) depending on the quality.
Recorded files are encoded with Variable Bit Rate (VBR).
VBR is an encoding system that automatically adjusts the bit rate according to the recording image.
The recording times shown above are approximate and depend on the recording environment (i.e. lighting conditions).
Wind Cut
You can reduce wind noise when recording sound from the built-in microphone.
If “ ” is set, the low-frequency components in the sound picked up by the microphone will be cut off Wind Cut: On
during recording: This makes it easier to hear voice and sound during playback.
Use the Wind Cut when recording in windy places such as a beach.
Settings Contents On-screen
display
Off Disables the function. None
On Minimises wind noise or other noise while recording.
When the “ ” is “ ” some low frequency sound is eliminated along with the sound of the wind.Wind Cut On,
Make sure the “ Wind Cut Off” is set to “ ” when you want the microphone to be sensitive as possible.
• The Wind Cut function will work only in Movie ( ) mode.
• The Wind Cut function works only with the built-in microphone.
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Back Light
When subject is lit from behind, this function will compensate for lighting so that the subject is not too dark.
Settings Contents On-screen
display
Off Disables the function. None
On - Backlight compensation is executed.
- Backlight compensation brightens the subject quickly.
Back lighting influences recording when the subject is darker than the background:
- The subject is in front of a window.
- The person to be recorded is wearing white or shiny clothes and
is placed against a bright background; the person’s face is too
dark to distinguish his/her features.
- The subject is outdoors and the background is overcast.
- The light sources are too bright.
- The subject is against a snowy background.
This function will be set to “ ” in the EASY Q mode.Off
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.
Settings Contents On-screen
display
Off Disables the function. None
On Fader is executed.
<Back light on>
<Back light off>

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Marca: Samsung
Categoría: Cámara
Modelo: VP-HMX10A

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