User Manual High Definition Digital Camcorder www.samsung.
key features of your full HD camcorder High Sensitivity BSI CMOS Sensor Samsung’s newly developed BSI CMOS Image Sensor provides double the light sensitivity of normal CMOS sensors and reduces light loss. You’ll get superior pictures with much clearer images under low light conditions. Normal CMOS BSI CMOS Full HD 1080 Viewing Performance Your camcorder uses advanced H.264 compression technology to give you the clearest video quality.
Shift over wider range of motion with Smart OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) Smart OIS improves on existing Optical Image Stabilization by allowing the camcorder lens to shift over wider range of motion in wide/tele zoom position. This allows the camcorder to compensate for greater degrees of camcorder shake and delivers a stunning level of image smoothness. Magic Finger Focus, Magic Finger Shot To focus on a subject, just touch the screen and shoot.
before reading this user manual SAFETY WARNINGS What the icons and signs in this user manual mean; Means that there is a potential risk of death or serious injury. WARNING CAUTION CAUTION Means that there is a potential risk of personal injury or damage to the product. To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when using your camcorder, follow these basic safety precautions. Means hints or referential pages that may be helpful when operating the camcorder.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON USE Before using this camcorder t 5IJT DBNDPSEFS SFDPSET WJEFP JO ) (MPEG4 part10/AVC) format and in High Definition Video (HD-VIDEO) or Standard %FmOJUJPO 7JEFP 4% 7*%&0 t 1MFBTF OPUF UIBU UIJT DBNDPSEFS JT OPU compatible with other digital video GPSNBUT t #FGPSF SFDPSEJOH JNQPSUBOU WJEFP NBLF B USJBM SFDPSEJOH Play back your trial recording to make sure the video and audio have been recorded properly.
before reading this user manual • In this user manual, the icon or symbol in the parenthesis appearing in a description of a submenu item indicates it will appear on the screen when setting the corresponding item. Ex) Submenu item of “Video Quality” page 54 - “Super Fine” ( ): Records in the Super Fine quality. (If set, corresponding icon ( ) will appear on the screen.
important safety instructions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage consisting a risk of electric shock is present within this unit. This symbol indicates that there are important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying this unit.
important safety instructions 15. Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. VENTILATION: Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the CAMCORDER and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. Never place your CAMCORDER on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface: on or near a radiator or heat register.
23. OVERLOADING: Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. 24. OBJECTS AND LIQUIDS: Never push objects of any kind into this CAMCORDER through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out a part that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquids of any kind onto the CAMCORDER. Should spillage occur, unplug unit and have it checked by a technician before use. 25.
important safety instructions USER INSTALLER CAUTION: Your authority to operate this FCC certified equipment could be voided if you make changes or modifications not expressly approved by this party responsible for compliance to part 15 FCC rules. NOTE: Hg LAMP(S) INSIDE THIS PRODUCT CONTAIN MERCURY AND MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL, STATE OR FEDERAL LAWS. For details see lamprecycle.org, eiae.
safety information The safety precautions illustrated below are to prevent personal injury or material damages. Heed all instructions carefully. WARNING Prohibited action. Do not touch the product. Do not disassemble the product. This precaution must be kept. Means that there is a potential risk of serious personal injury. CAUTION Means that there is a potential risk of personal injury or damage to the product Unplug from the power supply.
safety information ng ani cle Do not dispose of battery in a fire as it may explode. Never use cleaning fluid or similar chemicals. Do not spray cleaners directly on the camcorder. Keep the used lithium battery or memory card out of the reach of children. If the lithium battery or memory card is swallowed by children, consult physician immediately. Do not plug or unplug the power cord with wet hands. There is a risk of electric shock.
W 4 CAUTION W 4 Do not drop or expose the camcorder, battery, AC adaptor or other accessories to severe vibrations or impact. This may cause a malfunction or injury. Do not use the camcorder on a tripod (not supplied) in a place where it is subject to severe vibrations or impact. Do not leave the camcorder in a closed vehicle for a long time, where the temperature is very high. Do not expose the camcorder to soot or steam. Thick soot or steam could damage the camcorder case or cause a malfunction.
W 4 W 4 safety information W 4 W 4 Do not use the camcorder near TV or radio: This could cause noise on the TV screen or to radio broadcasts. Do not use the camcorder near strong radio waves or magnetism such as speakers and a large motor. Noise could enter video or audio that are being recorded. W 4 w T Do not hold the camcorder by the LCD monitor when lifting it. The LCD screen could detach and the camcorder may fall. w T W W 4 Use Samsung-approved accessories only.
contents QUICK START GUIDE 07 You can record videos in H.
contents BASIC RECORDING 34 34 36 42 Recording videos Capturing photos during video recording (dual recording) Recording photos Recording with ease for beginners (Smart Auto) Capturing photos while playing back videos Zooming Setting the anti-shake (OIS: Optical Image Stabilizer) Using back light compensation mode 43 44 46 47 48 Changing the playback mode Playing back videos Viewing photos Viewing a slide show Zooming during photo playback 49 50 52 53 54 54 55 55 56 58 59 59 60 61 62 63 63 64 64 65 6
70 71 72 73 73 Play Option Highlight VIEW Story-Board Print File Info SYSTEM SETTING 74 74 74 75 76 76 77 77 78 78 79 79 80 80 81 82 83 84 84 85 86 87 87 88 88 89 Storage Type (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only) Storage Info (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only) Card Info (HMX-H200/H220 only) Format File No.
contents FILE MANAGEMENT 96 99 102 107 PRINTING PHOTOS CONNECTING TO A TV DUBBING VIDEOS USING WITH A WINDOWS COMPUTER 108 TROUBLESHOOTING MAINTENANCE & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION SPECIFICATIONS 97 98 Protection from accidental erasure Deleting files Copying files (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only) 99 DPOF printing setting 100 Direct printing with a pictbridge printer 102 Connecting to a high definition TV 104 Connecting to a regular TV 106 Viewing on a TV screen 107 Dubbing to a VCR or DVD/HDD recorder 10
quick start guide This quick start guide introduces the basic operation and features of your camcorder. See the reference pages for more information. :PV DBO SFDPSE WJEFPT JO ) GPSNBU You can record videos in H.264 format that is convenient to email and share with your friends and family. You can also take photos with your camcorder. STEP1: Get ready 1. Insert a memory card. t :PV DBO VTF DPNNFSDJBMMZ BWBJMBCMF 4%)$ 4% High Capacity) or SD memory cards with this camcorder.
quick start guide Recording videos with HD (high definition) image quality Your camcorder uses advanced H.264 compression technology give you the clearest video quality. page 54 1. Open the LCD screen. t :PVS DBNDPSEFS UVSOT PO XIFO you open the LCD screen. Recording photos 1. Open the LCD screen. 2. Press the PHOTO button lightly to adjust the focus, then press it fully (a shutter click sounds). 2. Press the Recording start/stop button. t 5P TUPQ SFDPSEJOH QSFTT UIF Recording start/stop button.
STEP3: Play back videos or photos Viewing videos or photos on the LCD screen You can find your desired recordings quickly by using the thumbnail index view. 1. Touch the Play ( ) tab on the screen in STBY mode. 2. Touch the thumbnail ( STBY 00:00:00 HD / SD / ) tab, then touch the desired image.
quick start guide Importing and viewing videos/photos from the camcorder to your PC 1. Launch the Intelli-studio program by connecting the camcorder to your PC via USB cable. t " OFX mMF TBWJOH TDSFFO BQQFBST XJUI UIF Intelli-studio main window. Click “Yes”, the uploading procedure will start. Contents Manager Saved files into your PC 2. The new files are saved to your PC and registered to “Contents Manager” on the Intelli-studio program.
getting to know the camcorder WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH YOUR CAMCORDER Your new camcorder comes with the following accessories. If any of these items is missing from your box, call Samsung’s Customer Care Center.
getting to know the camcorder LOCATION OF CONTROLS Front/Left Lens Lens open/close switch Q.MENU button Zoom (W/T) button Recording start/stop button TFT LCD screen (Touch screen) Jack cover ( ) Component/AV jack HDMI jack USB jack Power ( ) button Display ( ) button Backlight ( ) button Anti-shake (OIS) ( ) button SMART AUTO / VIEW button During a recording, be careful not to block the internal microphone and lens.
Rear/Right/Top/Bottom MODE button / Mode indicator : Record mode (Video/Photo) : Play mode Zoom (W/T) lever PHOTO button Built-in speaker Internal microphone Recording start/stop button Charging (CHG) indicator DC IN jack Jack cover Grip belt Battery release switch Tripod receptacle Memory card slot Memory card cover Grip belt hook 13
getting to know the camcorder IDENTIFYING THE SCREEN DISPLAYS The available functions vary depending on the operation mode you’ve selected and different indicators appear depending on the setting values. PRECHECK! t This On Screen Display (OSD) is shown in the record ( ) mode only. t Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button. page 23 Record mode 1 2 3 STBY 00:00:00 b 4 1Sec/24Hr 5 [307Min] 8 9999 9 a 0 ) ( F3.5 * - 0.
PRECHECK! t This On Screen Display (OSD) is shown in video play ( HD / SD ) mode only. ) tab on the LCD screen to select the play mode.
getting started USING THE BATTERY Purchase extra battries to allow continuous use of your camcorder. Attaching the battery Align the battery with the indicator (▲) on the battery compartment, and then push the battery in the direction of the arrow. Detaching the battery Slide the Battery release switch and pull out the battery. t (FOUMZ TMJEF UIF Battery release switch in the direction as shown in the figure.
Charging the battery with the AC power adaptor PRECHECK! Before starting the following procedure, make sure that the battery is attached in your camcorder. 1. Press the Power ( ) button to turn off the camcorder and then close the LCD screen. page 21 2. Open the jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor to the DC IN jack. 3. Connect the AC power adaptor to a wall socket.
getting started CHECKING THE BATTERY STATE You can check the charging state and remaining battery capacity. To check the charging state The color of the LED indicates the power or charging state. Charging (CHG) indicator The color of the charging indicator shows the charging state.
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basic operation of the camcorder If you need to use camcorder for the extended time, setting the following functions prevents unnecessary energy consumption. TURNING YOUR CAMCORDER ON/OFF 1. Open the LCD screen to turn on the camcorder. t :PVS DBNDPSEFS UVSOT PO BVUPNBUJDBMMZ when you open the LCD screen. 2. To turn off the camcorder, press the Power ( ) button for about one second. t $MPTJOH UIF -$% TDSFFO XJMM OPU UVSO PGG the camcorder.
basic operation of the camcorder 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. Quick On STBY Mode in the STBY mode t The camcorder switches to "Quick On STBY" mode when the LCD screen is closed.
SETTING THE OPERATION MODES You switch the operating mode in the following order each time you press the MODE button. Record mode ( ) ↕ Play mode ( ). t &BDI UJNF UIF PQFSBUJPO NPEF changes, the respective mode indicator lights turn on. ) tab in the t 5PVDIJOH UIF 1MBZ record mode switches the operation mode to the play mode. MODE button STBY Mode indicators [307Min] 9999 MENU Play tab Mode 00:00:00 Mode indicators Functions Record mode To record videos or photos.
basic operation of the camcorder USING THE DISPLAY( ) BUTTON Switching the information display mode You can switch the on-screen information display mode. Press the Display( CVUUPO t 5IF GVMM BOE NJOJNVN EJTQMBZ NPEFT XJMM BMUFSOBUF STBY 00:00:00 [307Min] 9999 MENU STBY t 8BSOJOH JOEJDBUPST BOE NFTTBHFT NBZ BQQFBS EFQFOEJOH PO UIF SFDPSEJOH DPOEJUJPOT ) button does not work when the menu or quick menu screen are being displayed.
first time settings SETTING THE TIME ZONE AND DATE/TIME FOR THE FIRST TIME Set the date and time of your local area when you turn on the camcorder for the first time. 1. Open the LCD screen to turn on the camcorder. t :PVS DBNDPSEFS UVSOT PO BVUPNBUJDBMMZ XIFO ZPV PQFO UIF LCD screen. t 5IF UJNF [POF iHome”) screen appears dispaying settings for Lisbon and London (Greenwich Mean Time). t :PV DBO BMTP TFU ZPVS DVSSFOU UJNF [POF GSPN UIF iSetting” menu.
first time settings SELECTING THE LANGUAGES You can select the language in which the camcorder displays the menu screen or messages. The language setting is retained when the camcorder is powered off. 1. Touch the Menu ( 2. Touch the up ( ) Setting ( ) tab. )/down ( ) tab until “Language” is displayed. Default Set Language 3. Touch “Language,” and then touch the desired OSD language. 6/6 Demo Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) 4. Touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab to complete the setting.
getting ready to start recording SELECTING THE STORAGE MEDIA (HMX-H203/H204/H205 ONLY) You can record videos and photos in the built-in memory or a memory card. Select the desired storage media before starting recording or playback. PRECHECK! t :PV DBO VTF 4% PS 4%)$ DBSET JO ZPVS DBNDPSEFS )PXFWFS TPNF DBSET BSF OPU compatible depending on the memory card manufacturer and memory card type. t #FGPSF JOTFSUJOH PS FKFDUJOH UIF NFNPSZ DBSE UVSO UIF DBNDPSEFS PGG 1. Touch the Menu ( 2.
getting ready to start recording INSERTING / EJECTING A MEMORY CARD (NOT SUPPLIED) Label pasting portion To insert a memory card To eject a memory card 1. Open the memory card cover. 1. Open the memory card cover. 2. Insert the memory card into the card slot until it softly clicks. t .BLF TVSF UIBU 4% 4%)$ DBSE MPHP JT facing up and the camcorder is placed as shown in the figure. 2. Gently push the memory card to eject it. 3. Close the memory card cover. 3. Close the memory card cover.
SELECTING A SUITABLE MEMORY CARD (NOT SUPPLIED) Compatible memory cards t 5IJT DBNDPSEFS DBO CF VTFE XJUI 4% (Secure Digital) and SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) cards. We recommend you use an SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) card. SD cards up to 2GB are supported with this camcorder. Normal operation is not guaranteed with SD cards bigger than 2GB. t ..$ .VMUJ .FEJB $BSE BOE ..$ 1MVT are not supported.
getting ready to start recording t *G ZPV DBOOPU VTF B NFNPSZ DBSE UIBU IBT been used with another device, format it with your camcorder. Note that formatting erases all information on the memory card. t " NFNPSZ DBSE IBT B DFSUBJO MJGF TQBO *G you cannot record new data, you have to purchase a new memory card. t %P OPU CFOE ESPQ PS TVCKFDU B DBSE UP strong impacts. t %P OPU QMBDF GPSFJHO TVCTUBODFT PO UIF memory card terminals. Use a soft dry cloth to clean the terminals if required.
RECORDABLE TIME AND CAPACITY Recording time available for video Resolution Quality Super Fine Storage media (Capacity) 1GB 2GB 4GB 8GB (# 32GB 8min 15min 30min 61min 125min 253min Fine* 9min 18min 36min 74min 152min 307min Normal 12min 23min 46min 94min 193min 390min Super Fine 11min 21min 42min 86min 177min 357min Fine* 14min 28min 57min 115min 235min 475min [HD]1080/60i* [HD]720/60p Normal 21min 42min 84min 171min 351min 708min Super Fine 32min 63min
getting ready to start recording ATTACHING THE GRIP BELT Adjust the length of grip belt so that the camcorder is stable when you press the Recording start/stop button with your thumb. If you make the grip belt too tight and use excessive force to insert your hand, the grip belt hook of the camcorder may be damaged. ADJUSTING THE LCD SCREEN The wide LCD screen on your camcorder offers high quality image viewing. 1. Open the LCD screen with your finger. t 5IF TDSFFO PQFOT VQ UP ¡ 2.
BASIC CAMCORDER POSITIONING Use both hands while taking a video or photo to prevent the camcorder from shaking. Try to avoid any slight movement while shooting. Adjusting the shooting angle Aim the camcorder as shown in the illustration. 1. Hold the camcorder with your both hands. 2. Put your hand through the grip belt. 3. Make sure your footing is stable and there is no danger of colliding with another person or object. 4. Aim and focus as shown in the illustration.
basic recording RECORDING VIDEOS t 5IJT DBNDPSEFS TVQQPSUT CPUI )JHI %Fm OJUJPO )% BOE 4UBOEBSE %Fm OJUJPO 4% JNBHF resolutions. Set your desired resolution before recording. page 54 t 5IJT DBNDPSEFS QSPWJEFT POF SFDPSE NPEF XIJDI DPNCJOFT UIF WJEFP BOE QIPUP SFDPSE modes. You can easily record videos or photos in the same mode without having to change it. PRECHECK! t Insert a memory card. t Set the appropriate storage media.
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basic recording CAPTURING PHOTOS DURING VIDEO RECORDING (DUAL RECORDING) Your camcorder can capture photos without interrupting video recording. PRECHECK! t Insert a memory card. t Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only) page 27 t Open the LCD screen to turn on the camcorder. t Your camcorder turns on automatically when you open the LCD screen. t Set the Lens open/close switch to open ( ). page 12 1. Press the Recording start/stop button.
RECORDING PHOTOS You can take photos and store them in the storage media. Set the desired resolution before recording. page 55 PRECHECK! t Insert a memory card. t Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only) page 27 t Open the LCD screen to turn on the camcorder. t Your camcorder turns on automatically when you open the LCD screen. t Set the Lens open/close switch to open ( ). page 12 1. Select a subject to record. t "EKVTU UIF -$% QBOFM UP UIF CFTU BOHMF GPS recording.
basic recording RECORDING WITH EASE FOR BEGINNERS (SMART AUTO) In Smart Auto mode, your camcorder automatically chooses the appropriate settings based on the type of scene it detects (Indoor, Night, etc.). Smart Auto mode is helpful if you are not familiar with the best camcorder settings for various scenes. PRECHECK! Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button. page 23 1. Press the SMART AUTO button. ) and Anti-shake ( ) icon is t 4NBSU "VUP displayed on the LCD screen. 2.
CAPTURING PHOTOS WHILE PLAYING BACK VIDEOS You can capture photos during video playback. PRECHECK! t Insert a memory card. t Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only) page 27 ) tab on the LCD screen to select the play mode. page 23 t Touch the Play ( 1. Recorded videos appear in a thumbnail index view. t 5PVDI UIF VQ )/down ( ) tab to move to the previous/next page. 2. Touch the video clip you want. t 5IF TFMFDUFE WJEFP JT QMBZFE 3.
basic recording ZOOMING This camcorder allows you to record using optical 20x power zoom and digital zoom by sliding the Zoom lever or pressing the Zoom button on the LCD panel. PRECHECK! Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button. page 23 To zoom in Press the T (zoom) button on the LCD panel or slide the zoom lever towards T (telephoto). • The distant subject is gradually magnified and can be recorded.
SETTING THE ANTI-SHAKE (OIS: OPTICAL IMAGE STABILIZER) Use the Anti-shake (OIS: Optical Image Stabilizer) function to compensate for unstable images caused by shaking movements when holding the camcorder. PRECHECK! Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button. page 23 Press the Anti-shake (OIS) ( ) button to toggle the Anti-shake (OIS) mode between On and Off.
basic recording USING BACK LIGHT COMPENSATION MODE When a subject is lit from behind, this function will compensate for lighting so that the subject is not too dark. PRECHECK! Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button. page 23 Press the Back light ( ) button to toggle the back light mode between On and Off. STBY 00:00:00 [307Min] 9999 MENU Tip Back lighting causes the subject to be darker than the CBDLHSPVOE *U UZQJDBMMZ PDDVST XIFO - The subject is in front of a window.
basic playback CHANGING THE PLAYBACK MODE t You can set the record mode and the play mode in turn with the MODE button. t You can also switch the operation mode directly into the playback thumbnail display by touching the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen. You will find the most recently created file is highlighted in the thumbnail view. t 5IF UIVNCOBJM EJTQMBZ PQUJPOT BSF TFMFDUFE EFQFOEJOH PO UIF TUBOECZ NPEF UIBU XBT VTFE the last time.
basic playback PLAYING BACK VIDEOS You can preview recorded videos in the thumbnail index view, find your desired video quickly, and playback directly. PRECHECK! t Insert a memory card. t Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only) page 27 ) tab on the LCD screen to select the play mode. page 23 t Touch the Play ( 1. Touch the HD ( HD ) or SD ( SD ) tab. t 7JEFP UIVNCOBJMT DPSSFTQPOEJOH UP UIF TFMFDUFE WJEFP resolution appear on the screen.
Various playback operations Playback / Pause / Stop t 1MBZCBDL BOE QBVTF BMUFSOBUFT XIFO ZPV UPVDI UIF 1MBZ playback. t 5PVDI UIF 3FUVSO ) tab to stop playback. ) / Pause ( Search playback During playback, each touch of the Reverse search ( ) / Forward search ( the play speed: t 314 3FWFSTF 1MBZCBDL 4FBSDI SBUF Y x4 x8 x2 t '14 'PSXBSE 1MBZCBDL 4FBSDI SBUF Y x4 x8 x2 ) tab during ) tab increases Skip playback Touch the Reverse skip ( ) / Forward skip ( ) tab during playback.
basic playback VIEWING PHOTOS You can view recorded photos by using various playback functions. PRECHECK! t Insert a memory card. t Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only) page 27 ) tab on the LCD screen to select the play mode. page 23 t Touch the Play ( 1. Touch the Photo ( ) tab. t 5IF UIVNCOBJM WJFX BQQFBST t 5P DIBOHF UIF DVSSFOU UIVNCOBJM WJFX TFMFDU ), ( ), or ( ) tab on the screen.
VIEWING A SLIDE SHOW You can view a photo slide show. PRECHECK! t Insert a memory card. t Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only) page 27 ) tab on the LCD screen to select the play mode. page 23 t Touch the Play ( 1. Touch the Photo ( ) tab. t 5IF UIVNCOBJM WJFX BQQFBST t 5P DIBOHF UIF DVSSFOU UIVNCOBJM QBHF UPVDI UIF VQ down ( ) tab. Slide Show Start ) or Slide Show Option 1/2 Delete 2.
basic playback Using the Slide Show Option While playing back a slide show, you can use the “Slide Show Option” menus as follows: Slide Show Start Slide Show Option Submenu items Delete 1/2 t Interval: Photos play back continuously at the interval you select. You can choose 1 sec. or 3 sec. t Music: You can turn the built-in background music on or off. This camcorder has 7 default background melodies stored in the boot-up flash memory.
advanced recording HANDLING MENUS AND QUICK MENUS The instructions below are examples of how to access and use menu items using the Menu Tab and the 2 .&/6 Button. When you access and use other menu items, use these examples as guides. PRECHECK! t Open the LCD screen to turn on the camcorder. t Your camcorder turns on automatically when you open the LCD screen. t Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button. page 23 Using the Menu ( STBY 00:00:00 [307Min] 9999 MENU 2 .
advanced recording MENU ITEMS t "DDFTTJCMF JUFNT JO UIF NFOVT WBSZ EFQFOEJOH PO UIF PQFSBUJOH NPEF t 'PS JUFN PQFSBUJPO EFUBJMT TFF UIF QBHF OVNCFS MJTUFE VOEFS 1BHF JO UIF UBCMF Recording menu items Items SCENE Video Resolution Video Quality Photo Resolution Photo Sharpness White Balance Aperture Shutter EV Focus Digital Effect Fader Tele Macro Cont.
Setting menu items Items Storage Type * Storage Info * Card Info ** Format File No.
advanced recording QUICK MENU ITEMS Your camcorder provides quick menus consisting of the functions used frequently. Pressing the 2 .&/6 button lets you change settings directly. Recording menu items Items Storage * SCENE Resolution WB EV Focus Default value Int.
SCENE Using the iScene function, you can select a setting that matches the scene you are shooting (Sports, Portrait, etc.). Based on your selection, the camcorder sets the appropriate shutter speed and aperture automatically for optimal recording. PRECHECK! Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button. page 23 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “ 4$&/& ” 2. Touch the desired submenu item. t 5P DIBOHF UIF DVSSFOU QBHF UPVDI UIF VQ 3.
advanced recording Video Resolution You can select the resolution of the video to be recorded. PRECHECK! Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button. page 23 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “7JEFP 3FTPMVUJPO ” 2. Touch the desired submenu item. 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab. SCENE Video Resolution 1/5 Photo Resolution Video Resolution Submenu items t <)%> J t <)%> Q t <4%> Q Video Quality [HD]1080/60i ): Records in the HD (1920x1080/60i) format.
Photo Resolution You can select the resolution of the photo to be recorded. PRECHECK! Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button. page 23 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “1IPUP 3FTPMVUJPO ” SCENE Video Resolution 2. Touch the desired submenu item. 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( 1/5 ) or Return ( Video Quality Photo Resolution ) tab.
advanced recording White Balance Using the White Balance function, you can select a setting that matches the light illuminating the subject you are shooting (Daylight, Fluorescent, etc.). Based on your selection, the camcorder automatically adjusts the color of the subject so the colors in your recording look natural. PRECHECK! Select the record by pressing the MODE button. page 23 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “8IJUF #BMBODF ” Photo Sharpness 2. Touch the desired submenu item.
To set the white balance manually 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “White Balance” “$VTUPN 8# ” t 5IF i ) Set White Balance” indicator is displayed. 2. Fill the screen with a white object, and touch the ( t 5IF XIJUF CBMBODF TFUUJOH JT TUPSFE White Balance Tungsten ) tab. Custom WB 2/2 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab. t 5IF TUPSFE XIJUF CBMBODF TFUUJOH XJMM CF BQQMJFE UIF OFYU UJNF you record.
advanced recording Aperture The camcorder adjusts the aperture automatically depending on the subject and recording conditions. You can also manually adjust the aperture. PRECHECK! Select the record by pressing the MODE button. page 23 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Aperture” 2. Touch the desired submenu item. Photo Sharpness White Balance 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab. 2/5 Aperture Shutter Aperture Submenu items t Auto: Sets the aperture value automatically.
Shutter The camcorder automatically sets the shutter speed depending on the scene's brightness. You can also manually adjust the shutter speed. PRECHECK! Select the record by pressing the MODE button. page 23 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “4IVUUFS ” 2. Touch the desired submenu item. 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( Photo Sharpness White Balance ) tab. Aperture 2/5 Shutter Submenu items t Auto: The camcorder automatically sets the appropriate shutter speed value.
advanced recording Focus The camcorder usually focuses on a subject automatically (auto focus). When you turn the camcorder on, focus is always set to automatic. You can also manually focus a subject. PRECHECK! Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button. page 23 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “'PDVT " 2. Touch the desired submenu item. 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab.
Using the touch point Using the Touch Point function, you can focus on a small section of the picture. Focus on the particular point by touching the desired point. STBY 00:00:00 [307Min] 9999 MENU Tip To activate the touch point with a long touch You can activate the touch point by pressing the same point for about 1 second on the LCD screen. One-touch photo recording You can focus on your subject and take a photo with a touch of your finger.
advanced recording Fader You can give your recording a professional look by using special effects such as fade in at the beginning of a sequence or fade out at the end of a sequence. PRECHECK! Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button. page 23 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “'BEFS ” 2. Touch the desired submenu item. 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( EV ) or Return ( Focus ) tab.
Tele Macro Using the Tele Macro function, you can get close up images which are created by focusing on a small portion of a large object at a wide angle. The effective focal distance in the Tele Macro mode is between 1 to 50 cm. (0.4 to 19.7 inches) PRECHECK! Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button. page 23 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “5FMF .BDSP ” 2. Touch the desired submenu item. 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( Tele Macro ) tab. Cont.
advanced recording Wind Cut Using the Wind Cut function, you can reduce wind noise when recording sound using the builtin microphone. PRECHECK! Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button. page 23 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “8JOE $VU ” 2. Touch the desired submenu item. 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( Tele Macro Cont. Shot ) tab. 4/5 Wind Cut Digital Zoom Submenu items t Off: Disables the function.
Self Timer When the self-timer is enabled, there is a time delay between the time you press the Record start/Stop or PHOTO button and the time the camcorder takes the picture or records the video. You can use this function when you want to take a shot of many people including yourself. PRECHECK! Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button. page 23 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “4FMG 5JNFS ” Self Timer 2. Touch the desired submenu item. Time Lapse REC 5/5 3.
advanced recording Time Lapse REC Using the Time Lapse feature, you can program your camcorder to create a time lapse video by recording a series of frames over a set period of time with a set time interval between each frame. The Time Lapse feature lets you create time lapse videos of blooming flowers and similar subjects. PRECHECK! Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button.
Example of Time Lapse Recording Total time for recording Recording interval Timeline The Time Lapse Recording function records image frames at a predefined interval over the total recording time to produce a time-lapse video.
advanced recording Quick View Using the Quick View function, you can view the most recently recorded video and photo images as soon as the recording is finished. PRECHECK! Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button. page 23 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “2VJDL 7JFX ” 2. Touch the desired submenu item. Self Timer Time Lapse REC 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab.
Guideline Guideline displays straight line patterns on the LCD screen that can help you set the image composition when recording images. The camcorder provides 3 types of guidelines. PRECHECK! Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button. page 23 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “(VJEFMJOF ” Self Timer 2. Touch the desired guideline according to the subject. t 5IF TFMFDUFE HVJEFMJOF BQQFBST PO UIF TDSFFO Time Lapse REC 5/5 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab.
advanced playback Play Option You can select a specific playback option according to your preference. PRECHECK! Touch the Play ( ) HD ( 1. Touch the Menu ( HD ) or SD ( SD ) tab on the LCD screen. page 43 ) tab “1MBZ 0QUJPO ” 2. Touch the desired submenu item. Play Option Highlight 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab.
Highlight The Highlight function plays a portion of the recorded video or videos at random. PRECHECK! Touch the Play ( ) HD ( 1. Touch the Menu ( HD ) or SD ( SD ) tab on the LCD screen. page 43 ) tab. “)JHIMJHIU ” 2. Touch the desired submenu item. Play Option Highlight 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab. t 8IFO UIF IJHIMJHIU WJFX JT m OJTIFE UIF WJEFP UIVNCOBJM WJFX appears. t *O UIF IJHIMJHIU QMBZ NPEF ZPV DBO BEKVTU UIF WPMVNF CZ touching the screen.
advanced playback VIEW This function provides a preview of a storyboard to be printed, giving you a digest of a recorded video so you don’t need to review the entire video. PRECHECK! Touch the Play ( ) HD ( HD ) or SD ( SD ) tab on the LCD screen. page 43 1. Press the VIEW button. 2. Touch the desired video. t J 'SBNF JNBHFT BQQFBS PO UIF -$% TDSFFO t 5IF JNBHFT GSPN UIF WJEFP BSF TFMFDUFE BSCJUSBSJMZ and comprise the preview of the storyboard to be printed.
Story-Board Print Using Storyboard Printing, you can make a digest image of a video that summarizes its story. This function captures 16 still images arbitrarily from the selected video and makes up one still image of 16 splits you can save into the storage media. It presents a quick overview of your video, helping you to understand the whole narrative of the video. PRECHECK! Touch the Play ( ) HD ( 1. Touch the Menu ( HD ) or SD ( SD ) tab on the LCD screen. page 43 ) tab “Story-Board Print.
system setting Storage Type (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only) You can record videos and photos on the internal memory or a memory card. Select the desired storage media before starting recording or playback. page 27 Storage Info (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only) This function shows you the storage information of the selected storage media, such as used and available memory space, etc. PRECHECK! Insert a memory card in the camcorder before viewing the storage information. 1.
Format Use this function if you want to delete all files completely or to correct problems on the storage media. PRECHECK! You can completely delete all files and options on the storage media, including protected files. This enables stable speeds and operation when accessing the storage media. #F BXBSF UIBU BMM m MFT BOE EBUB JODMVEJOH QSPUFDUFE m MFT XJMM CF FSBTFE 1. Touch the Menu ( ) Setting ( ) tab “'PSNBU ” 2. Touch the desired submenu item.
system setting 'JMF /P File names (numbers) are assigned to recorded images according to the numbering option you select. 1. Touch the Menu ( ) Setting ( ) tab “'JMF /P ” 2. Touch the desired submenu item. 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab. Card Info Format 1/ 6 Time Zone Submenu items t Series : Assigns file numbers in sequence even after you replace or format the storage media or delete all files.
Cities used to set the time zone Cities London, Lisbon Rome, Paris, Berlin, Stockholm, Madrid, Frankfurt Athens, Helsinki, Cairo, Ankara Moskva, Riyadh Teheran Abu Dhabi, Muscat Kabul Tashkent, Karachi Calcutta, New Delhi Kathmandu Time zone +00:00 Cities Adelaide Time zone +09:30 +01:00 Guam, Sydney, Brisbane +10:00 +02:00 +03:00 +03:30 +04:00 +04:30 +05:00 +05:30 +05:45 +11:00 +12:00 -11:00 -10:00 -09:00 -08:00 -07:00 -06:00 Almaty, Dacca +06:00 Yangon Bangkok Hong Kong, Beijing, Taipei, Singap
system setting Time Type You can set the display format for the time. 1. Touch the Menu ( ) Setting ( ) tab “5JNF 5ZQF ” 2. Touch the desired display option. Date/Time Set Date Type 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab. 2/ 6 Time Type Date/Time Display Submenu items t 12Hr : Displays the time information in 12 hour units. t 24Hr : Displays the time information in 24 hour units. Time Type 12 Hr 24 Hr This function depends on “Date/Time Display” setting.
LCD Brightness You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen to compensate for ambient lighting conditions. 1. Touch the Menu ( ) Setting ( ) tab “LCD Brightness” 2. Touch the decrease ( ) or increase ( ) tab to adjust the setting values as you want. t :PV DBO TFU WBMVFT GPS -$% CSJHIUOFTT CFUXFFO BOE 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab.
system setting Beep Sound The Beep Sound function lets you control whether a beep sounds when you touch certain buttons on the screen. LCD Brightness 1. Touch the Menu ( ) Setting ( ) tab “#FFQ 4PVOE ” Auto LCD Off 3/ 6 2. Touch the desired submenu item. 3. To exit, touch the Exit ( disappears. Beep Sound Shutter Sound ) or Return ( ) tab until the menu Beep Sound Off Submenu items On t Off : Disables the function.
Auto Power Off You can set your camcorder to turn off automatically if it is idle for 5 minutes without an operation. This function prevents unnecessary power consumption. 1. Touch the Menu ( ) Setting ( ) tab “"VUP 1PXFS 0GG ” 2. Touch the desired submenu item. Auto Power Off Quick On STBY 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab. 4/ 6 PC Software USB Connect Auto Power Off Submenu items t Off : Disable the function.
system setting Quick On STBY When you are going to record frequently for an extended time, use the Quick On STBY function. In standby mode, closing the LCD screen starts the Quick On STBY mode to reduce energy consumption. Once you are ready to record again, this function triggers the camcorder to come on quickly from the power saving mode. 1. Touch the Menu ( ) Setting ( ) tab “2VJDL 0O 45#: ” 2. Touch the desired submenu item. Auto Power Off Quick On STBY 3.
PC Software If you set PC Software to On, you can use the PC software built into the camcorder by connecting the camcorder’s USB cable to the camcorder and your PC. You can download the stored video and photo images on the camcorder to your PC’s hard disk. You can also edit the videos and photos using the PC software. 1. Touch the Menu ( ) Setting ( ) tab “1$ 4PGUXBSF ” 2. Touch the desired submenu item. Auto Power Off Quick On STBY 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab.
system setting USB Connect You can transfer data to a PC or print photos directly by establishing the USB connection. 1. Touch the Menu ( ) Setting ( ) tab “64# $POOFDU ” 2. Touch the desired submenu item. 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( Auto Power Off ) or Return ( ) tab. Quick On STBY 4/ 6 PC Software USB Connect Submenu items t Mass Storage : Connect to a PC to transfer videos or photos.
Analog TV Out You can set the component or composite video output to match the TV you have connected. PRECHECK! t Using the component/AV cable provided with your camcorder, connect the camcorder to your TV. page 103~104 t This camcorder provides a two-in-one component/AV cable that works as both a component and AV cable. When using the component/AV cable, you must select the right camcorder output setting for the TV you have connected on the “Analog TV Out” menu. 1.
system setting TV Connect Guide You can view the TV Connect Guide before you connect the camcorder to your TV set. 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab Setting ( ) tab “57 $POOFDU (VJEF ” HDMI TV Out 2. Touch the desired submenu item. t 57 $POOFDU (VJEF BQQFBST EFQFOEJOH PO UIF TFMFDUFE submenu items. t 3FGFS UP UIF 57 $POOFDU (VJEF XIFO ZPV DPOOFDU ZPVS camcorder to a TV. 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( Analog TV Out 5/ 6 TV Connect Guide TV Display TV Connect Guide ) tab.
TV Display You can enable or disable the On Screen Display (OSD) that appears on the TV screen when you connect your camcorder to a TV. 1. Touch the Menu ( ) Setting ( ) tab “57 %JTQMBZ ” 2. Touch the desired submenu item. HDMI TV Out Analog TV Out 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab. 5/ 6 TV Connect Guide TV Display Submenu items t Off : The OSD (On Screen Display) menus are only shown on the LCD screen.
system setting Language You can select a language in which to display the menu and messages. page 26 Demo Demo mode automatically shows you the major functions that are included with your camcorder so that you may use them more easily. 1. Touch the Menu ( ) Setting ( ) tab “%FNP ” 2. Touch the desired submenu item. 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( Default Set ) or Return ( ) tab. Language 6/ 6 Demo Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) Demo Submenu items t Off : Disable the Demo function.
Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) This camcorder supports Anynet+. Anynet+ is an AV network system that lets you control all connected Samsung AV devices with an Anynet+ supported Samsung TV remote control. 1. Touch the Menu ( ) Setting ( ) tab “"OZOFU )%.* $&$ ” 2. Touch the desired submenu item. Default Set Language 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab.
editing video clips DIVIDING A VIDEO You can divide a video into two, and easily delete a section you no longer need. As this function edits the original file, make sure to back up important recordings separately. PRECHECK! t Insert a memory card. t Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only) page 27 ) HD ( HD ) or SD ( SD ) tab on the LCD screen. t Touch the Play ( page 43 Protect Story-Board Print 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab i&EJUw “%JWJEF ” 2. Touch the desired video to edit.
COMBINING VIDEOS You can combine two different videos. As this function edits the original file, make sure to back up important recordings separately. PRECHECK! t Insert a memory card. t Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only) page 27 ) HD ( HD ) or SD ( SD ) tab on the LCD screen. t Touch the Play ( page 43 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab i&EJUw “$PNCJOF ” 2. Touch the video thumbnails to be combined. ) indicator and the order number are displayed on the t 5IF selected videos.
editing the playlist PLAYLIST What’s a “Playlist?” You can create a playlist on the same storage media by gathering your favorite scenes from the recorded videos. Adding or deleting videos from a playlist does not affect the original video images. Example: You have recorded a few scenes on the storage media. You want to save the original recording, but you also want to create a digest by putting your favorite scenes together.
CREATING THE PLAYLIST You can create a playlist by gathering your desired videos from the recorded videos. PRECHECK! t Insert a memory card. t Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only) page 27 ) tab on the LCD screen to select the play mode. page 23 t Touch the Play ( 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab i1MBZMJTU w t The video resolution selection window appears. Play Option 2. Touch “HD” or “4% ” t 5IF UIVNCOBJM EJTQMBZ BQQFBST BDDPSEJOH UP SFTPMVUJPO ZPV selected.
editing the playlist ARRANGING VIDEOS IN THE PLAYLIST You can change the order of videos on the playlist. PRECHECK! t Insert a memory card. t Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only) page 27 ) tab in the LCD screen to select the play mode. page 23 t Touch the Play ( 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “1MBZMJTU ” 2. Touch “HD” or “4% ” t 7JEFP UIVNCOBJMT DPSSFTQPOEJOH UP UIF TFMFDUFE WJEFP RVBMJUZ appear on the screen. Play Option Highlight 1/ 2 Playlist Delete 3.
DELETING VIDEOS FROM THE PLAYLIST You can delete videos from the playlist. PRECHECK! t Insert a memory card. t Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only) page 27 ) tab in the LCD screen to select the play mode. page 23 t Touch the Play ( 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “1MBZMJTU ” 2. Touch “HD” or “4% ” t 7JEFP UIVNCOBJMT DPSSFTQPOEJOH UP UIF TFMFDUFE WJEFP RVBMJUZ appear on the screen. Play Option Highlight 1/ 2 Delete 3.
file management PROTECTION FROM ACCIDENTAL ERASURE You can protect important recordings from accidental erasure. The protected videos and photos can not be deleted unless you format the memory card or cancel the protection. PRECHECK! t Insert a memory card. t Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only) page 27 ) tab on the LCD screen to select the play mode. page 23 t Touch the Play ( 1. Touch the HD ( HD ), SD ( SD ) or Photo ( t 7JEFPT PS QIPUPT BQQFBS BT UIVNCOBJMT 2.
DELETING FILES You can erase your recordings one by one, all at once. PRECHECK! t Insert a memory card. t Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only) page 27 ) tab on the LCD screen to select the play mode. page 23 t Touch the Play ( 1. Touch the HD ( HD ), SD ( SD ) or Photo ( t 7JEFPT PS QIPUPT BQQFBS BT UIVNCOBJMT 2. Touch the Menu ( ) tab. Play Option ) tab “%FMFUF w 3. Touch the desired submenu item. Highlight 1/ 2 Playlist Delete 4.
file management COPYING FILES (HMX-H203/H204/H205 ONLY) Videos and photos stored in the internal memory can be copied to the external flash memory card. Copying to the memory card does not delete the originals in the internal memory. PRECHECK! t Insert the memory card in your camcorder. t Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the play mode. page 23 1. Touch the HD ( HD ), SD ( SD ) or Photo ( t 7JEFPT PS QIPUPT BQQFBS BT UIVNCOBJMT ) tab. Protect 2. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “$PQZ w 3.
printing photos DPOF PRINTING SETTING DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) lets you select still pictures from the camcorder’s memory card to print and set the number of copies to be printed. Your camcorder uses this saved information when you connect it to a DPOF compatible printer to print the pictures. PRECHECK! t Insert a memory card in your camcorder. t Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the play mode. page 23 1. Touch the Photo ( ) tab. t 5IF QIPUP UIVNCOBJMT BSF EJTQMBZFE 2.
printing photos DIRECT PRINTING WITH A PICTBRIDGE PRINTER You can print photos directly by connecting this camcorder to a PictBridge printer (sold separately) and a USB cable. 1. Touch the Menu ( “1JDU#SJEHF ” ) Setting ( ) tab “USB Connect” Auto Power Off 2. Use a USB cable to connect your camcorder to the printer. Quick On STBY 4/ 6 3. Turn your printer power on. t 5IF QIPUP UIVNCOBJMT BQQFBS 4.
To set the date/time imprint 1. In the printer mode, touch the Menu ( ) tab. t 5IF QSJOU PQUJPOT BQQFBS PO UIF TDSFFO 14/17 100-0014 01 2. Touch “%BUF 5JNF ” 3. Touch the desired submenu item. t 5IF TFMFDUFE EBUF BOE UJNF EJTQMBZ PQUJPO JT TFU MENU 4. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab.
connecting to a TV CONNECTING TO A HIGH DEFINITION TV You can enjoy High Definition (HD) quality videos, recorded in “<)%> J” or “<)%> Q” resolution using an HDTV. The connection methods and quality of the image viewed on the TV screen can differ depending on the type of TV you’ve connected, and the connectors used. To playback high quality videos from your camcorder, check if your TV set supports the “<)%> J” resolution. This HD camcorder supports HDMI and component output.
Using a component/AV cable 1. Connect the provided component/AV cable to the camcorder and the Y-PB-PR (Video) and L-R (Audio) jacks on your TV. Match the colors of the plugs to the colors of the jacks. t "GUFS UIF DPOOFDUJPO JT DPNQMFUF TFU iAnalog TV Out” to “$PNQPOFOU J ” page 85 2. Turn on your TV and set the TV’s input selector to the Input your camcorder is connected to. Refer to the TV’s instruction manual to see how to select the TV input or source.
connecting to a TV CONNECTING TO A REGULAR TV You can enjoy images recorded with your HD camcorder on a regular TV that supports standard definition. *NBHFT SFDPSEFE XJUI )% IJHI EFm OJUJPO JNBHF RVBMJUZ J F SFTPMVUJPO PG i<)%> Jw PS i<)%> Qw BSF QMBZFE CBDL XJUI 4% 4UBOEBSE %Fm OUJPO JNBHF RVBMJUZ The connection methods and quality of the image viewed on the TV screen can differ depending on the type of TV you’ve connected, and the connectors used.
Connecting a component/AV cable for composite output 1. Connect the provided component/AV cable to the camcorder and the Video and L-R (Audio) on TV. Use the blue plug with the yellow label to connect to the Video input on your TV. t "GUFS UIF DPOOFDUJPO JT DPNQMFUF TFU iAnalog TV Out” to “$PNQPTJUF ” page 85 2. Turn on your TV and set the TV’s input selector to the Input your camcorder is connected to.
connecting to a TV VIEWING ON A TV SCREEN You can enjoy the enjoy widescreen videos on a HDTV (or a regular TV) after recording videos using the camcorder. 1. You see video from the camcorder on your TV if the connection status is set correctly. pages 102~105 t *G UIF 57 KBDLT BSF DPOOFDUFE XJUI UIF SJHIU DBCMFT t *G ZPV VTFE DPNQPOFOU "7 DBCMF ZPV WF TFU iAnalog TV Out” correctly. t *G UIF *OQVU TPVSDF MJTU JT DPSSFDUMZ TFU UP WJFX UIF playback from the camcorder. 2.
dubbing videos DUBBING TO A VCR OR DVD/HDD RECORDER You can dub images played back on you camcorder to other recording devices, such as VCRs or DVD/HDD recorders. Be sure to connect your camcorder to the wall outlet using the supplied AC power adaptor for this function. PRECHECK! Dubbing transfers analog video data through a component or composite connection. You must use the supplied component/AV cable. VCR or DVD/HDD recorder Camcorder Signal flow Component/AV cable 1.
using with a Windows computer CHECKING YOUR COMPUTER TYPE This chapter explains how to connect the camcorder to a computer using the supplied USB cable and how to upload, view, and edit videos and pictures using the built-in Intelli-studio software. Check the type of computer you have before connecting the camcorder!! To be sure you can view your recordings on your computer, you need to check your computer type first. Then, read the section below that pertains to your type of computer.
WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH A WINDOWS COMPUTER You can perform the following functions by connecting your camcorder to your Windows computer with the USB cable and using the Intelli-studio editing software built into your camcorder. Main functions t *OUFMMJ TUVEJP FEJUJOH TPGUXBSF NBJO GVODUJPOT - Playing back recorded videos or photos. page 112 - Editing recorded videos or photos. page 112 - Uploading the recorded videos and photos to YouTube, Flickr, Facebook, etc.
using with a Windows computer USING THE Intelli-studio PROGRAM Using the Intelli-studio program built into your camcorder, you can transfer video and photo files to your PC using a simple USB cable and edit them on your computer screen. Intelli-studio offers the most convenient way for you to manage your video and photo files. 4UFQ $POOFDUJOH UIF 64# DBCMF 1. Set “USB Connect: Mass Storage” and “1$ 4PGUXBSF 0O ” t 5IFTF BSF UIF EFGBVMU NFOV TFUUJOHT 2. Connect the camcorder to the PC with the USB cable.
4UFQ "CPVU UIF *OUFMMJ TUVEJP NBJO XJOEPX When the Intelli-studio starts up, thumbnails of videos and photos are displayed in the main window. 1 2 0 3 4 5 6 8 9 @ ! 1. Menu items 2. Shortcut icons Navigates files (previous and next). Prints selected photo(s). Views location of selected photo(s) with GPS information. Registers to Contents Manager. 3. Shows directories of Contents Manager and My Computer t $POUFOUT .BOBHFS :PV DBO DMBTTJGZ and manage videos and photos on your computer. t .
using with a Windows computer 4UFQ 1MBZJOH CBDL UIF WJEFPT PS QIPUPT You can play back the recordings conveniently using the Intelli-studio application. 1. Run the Intelli-studio program. page 110 2. Click the desired folder to display your recordings. t 7JEFP PS QIPUP UIVNCOBJMT BQQFBS PO UIF screen, according the selected source. 3. Choose the video (or photo) that you want to play. t :PV DBO DIFDL UIF mMF JOGPSNBUJPO CZ moving the mouse pointer over the file.
4UFQ 4IBSJOH UIF WJEFPT QIPUPT POMJOF Share your contents with the world by uploading photos and videos directly to a web site with one click. 1. Select the desired videos or photos to share. 2. Click “Share” on the Intelli-studio browser. t 5IF TFMFDUFE m MF BQQFBST JO UIF TIBSJOH window. 3. Click the web site you would like to upload files to. t :PV DBO DIPPTF i:PV5VCF w i'JDLS w “Facebook, ” or the website you specified for your uploading management. 4. Click “Upload” to start uploading.
using with a Windows computer Installing Intelli-studio application on a Windows computer t When the Intelli-studio application is installed on a Windows computer, it will run faster. Also, the application can be updated automatically. t Follow these directions to install Intelli-studio onto your Windows computer: Click “Tool” “Install Intelli-studio on PC” on the Intelli-studio screen, then follow the steps below.
USING AS A REMOVABLE STORAGE DEVICE You can copy video or photo files recorded by the camcorder to a Windows computer by connecting the USB cable to the camcorder. Viewing the contents of storage media 1. Set i64# $POOFDUw to i.BTT 4UPSBHFw. page 84 2. Set i1$ 4PGUXBSFw to i0GGw. page 83 3. Select the storage media, if necessary. page 27 4. Connect the camcorder to the PC with the USB cable. page 110 t 5IF i3FNPWBCMF %JTLw PS i4BNTVOHw XJOEPX BQQFBST on the PC’s screen after a moment.
using with a Windows computer Structure of folders and files on the storage media t 5IF GPMEFS BOE m MF TUSVDUVSF GPS TUPSBHF NFEJB JT BT GPMMPXT t 'JMF OBNJOH GPMMPXT %$' %FTJHO SVMF GPS $BNFSB 'JMF 4ZTUFN SVMFT 7JEFP m MF ) ➀ t 5IF )% RVBMJUZ WJEFP m MF OBNFT IBWF BO )%7@ .1 format. t 5IF 4% RVBMJUZ WJEFPT m MF OBNFT IBWF BO 4%7@ .1 format. t 5IF m MF OVNCFS BVUPNBUJDBMMZ JODSFBTFT XIFO B OFX WJEFP file is created.
troubleshooting Before contacting a Samsung authorized service center, perform the following simple checks. They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call. WARNING INDICATORS AND MESSAGES Problems may occur because of the following reasons. Check the information and take corrective action. Battery Message Low Battery Check the authenticity of this battery *OGPSNT UIBU Action - The battery is almost discharged. t 3FQMBDF XJUI B DIBSHFE CBUUFSZ PS connect the AC power adaptor.
troubleshooting *OGPSNT UIBU Action Card Error The memory card has some problem and can not be recognized. t $IBOHF NFNPSZ DBSE XJUI BOPUIFS POF Not Formatted The memory card is not formatted. t 'PSNBU UIF NFNPSZ DBSE VTJOH UIF menu. Not Supported Format The memory card may have been formatted by another device and may still have existing images on it. t The image format is not supported. Check the supported file format. t Format the memory card using menu item.
Recording Message Icon *OGPSNT UIBU Action The number of photo files is full. Cannot take a photo. - The number of photo files that can be stored is 9,999. t %FMFUF VOOFDFTTBSZ mMFT GSPN UIF TUPSBHF media. t #BDL VQ mMFT UP ZPVS 1$ PS BOPUIFS storage media and delete files. t $IBOHF UP BOPUIFS DBSE XIJDI IBT enough free space. File number is full. Cannot record video. - Folder and file number have reached maximum number and you can not record.
troubleshooting USB *OGPSNT UIBU Action - A problem occurred when connecting the camcorder via USB to a printer. t $IFDL UIF 64# DBCMF t 5SZ UIF DPOOFDUJPO QSPDFEVSF BHBJO t 4XJUDI iUSB connect” function to “1JDU#SJEHF ” Fail USB Connecting Change 'USB Connect' - A problem occurred when connecting the camcorder via USB to a PC.
SYMPTOMS AND SOLUTIONS If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service center. Power Symptom Explanation/Solution The camcorder does not turn on. t 5IF CBUUFSZ NBZ OPU CF JOTUBMMFE JO ZPVS DBNDPSEFS *OTFSU UIF battery to the camcorder. t 5IF JOTFSUFE CBUUFSZ NBZ CF EJTDIBSHFE Charge the battery or replace it with a charged one. t *G ZPV VTF UIF "$ QPXFS BEBQUPS NBLF TVSF JU JT QSPQFSMZ connected to a wall outlet.
troubleshooting Recording Symptom Explanation/Solution Pressing the Recording start/stop button does not start recording. t 1SFTT UIF MODE button to set the record mode. page 23 t 5IFSF JT OPU FOPVHI GSFF TQBDF UP SFDPSE PO UIF TUPSBHF NFEJB t $IFDL JG NFNPSZ DBSE JT OPU JOTFSUFE PS XSJUF QSPUFDU UBC JT TFU UP lock. The actual recording time is less than the estimated recording time. t 5IF FTUJNBUFE SFDPSEJOH UJNF NBZ WBSZ EFQFOEJOH PO DPOUFOU BOE features used.
Recording Symptom Explanation/Solution There is a time difference between the point where you press the Recording start/stop button and the point where the recorded video starts/stops. t 0O ZPVS DBNDPSEFS UIFSF NBZ CF B TMJHIU UJNF EFMBZ CFUXFFO UIF point when you press the Recording start/stop button and the actual point where the recorded video starts/stops. This is not an error. Horizontal stripes appear on the images.
troubleshooting Adjusting the image during recording Symptom Explanation/Solution Focus does not adjust automatically. t 4FU i'PDVTw to i"VUP w page 60 t 5IF SFDPSEJOH DPOEJUJPOT BSF OPU TVJUBCMF GPS BVUP GPDVT "EKVTU UIF focus manually. page 60 t 5IF MFOT JT EVTUZ PO UIF TVSGBDF $MFBS UIF MFOT BOE DIFDL UIF focus. t 3FDPSEJOH JT CFJOH NBEF JO B EBSL MPDBUJPO Use a light to brighten the area. The image appears too bright, flickers, or changes color.
1MBZCBDL PO PUIFS EFWJDFT 57 FUD Symptom Explanation/Solution You cannot view the image or hear the sound from the connected device. t $POOFDU UIF BVEJP PG UIF DPNQPOFOU "7 DBCMF UP ZPVS DBNDPSEFS or connected device (TV, HD recorder, etc.). (Red color- right, White color- left) t 5IF DPOOFDUJPO DBCMF DPNQPOFOU "7 DBCMF JT OPU DPOOFDUFE properly. Make sure that the connection cable is connected to the proper jack.
troubleshooting Connecting to a computer Symptom Explanation/Solution Your computer does not recognize your camcorder. t %JTDPOOFDU UIF 64# DBCMF GSPN UIF DPNQVUFS BOE DBNDPSEFS restart the computer, then connect it again correctly. Cannot play a video file properly on a PC. t " WJEFP DPEFD JT OFFEFE UP QMBZ UIF mMF SFDPSEFE PO ZPVS camcorder. Install the software provided with your camcorder. page 114 t .
Overall operations Symptom Explanation/Solution The date and time are incorrect. t )BT UIF DBNDPSEFS CFFO MFGU VOVTFE GPS B MPOH QFSJPE PG UJNF The backup built-in rechrgeable battery may be discharged. page 25 Menu items that cannot be used at the same time Symptom Cannot use Because of the following settings “ SCENEw i"QFSUVSF .BOVBM w i4IVUUFS .BOVBMw i"QFSUVSF .BOVBMw i4IVUUFS .BOVBM w i SCENEw i4IVUUFS .BOVBMw i"QFSUVSF .
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 fulfill any warranty obligations and allow you to enjoy this product for many years. t 'PS TBGFLFFQJOH PG UIF DBNDPSEFS UVSO PGG UIF DBNDPSEFS - Remove the battery and AC power adaptor. pages 16, 20 - Remove the memory card.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Storage media t Be sure to follow the guidelines below to prevent corruption or damage to your SFDPSEFE EBUB - Do not bend or drop the storage media, or subject it to strong pressure, jolts or vibrations. - Do not splash the storage media with water. - Do not use, place or store the storage media in locations that are exposed to a strong static electricity or electrical noise.
maintenance & additional information USING YOUR CAMCORDER ABROAD t &BDI DPVOUSZ PS SFHJPO IBT JUT PXO FMFDUSJDBM BOE DPMPS TZTUFNT t #FGPSF VTJOH ZPVS DBNDPSEFS BCSPBE DIFDL UIF GPMMPXJOH JUFNT Power sources The provided AC adaptor features automatic AC 100 V to 240 V voltage selection. You can power your camcorder in any country or region using the supplied AC power adaptor if that country or region provides 100 V to 240 V, 50 or 60 Hz electrical current.
specifications Model name System LCD screen Connectors HMX-H200BN/HMX-H200SN/HMX-H200LN/HMX-H200RN HMX-H203BN/HMX-H203SN/HMX-H203LN/HMX-H203RN HMX-H204BN/HMX-H204SN/HMX-H204LN/HMX-H204RN HMX-H205BN/HMX-H205SN/HMX-H205LN/HMX-H205RN HMX-H220BN/HMX-H220SN/HMX-H220LN/HMX-H220RN Video signal Picture compression format Audio compression format Image device Lens Focal length Filter diameter NTSC H.264 (MPEG-4.AVC) AAC (Advanced Audio Coding) 1/4.1”, 3.32M Pixel CMOS F1.8 ~ F3.
warranty SAMSUNG LIMITED WARRANTY SAMSUNG Electronics America Inc. (SEA), warrants that this product is free from defective material and workmanship. SEA further warrants that if product fails to operate properly within the specified warranty period and the failure is due to improper workmanship or defective material, SEA will repair or replace the product at it’s option. All warranty repairs must be performed by a SEA authorized service center.
COUNTRY CALL OR VISIT US ONLINE AT WRITE IN THE US 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) www.samsung.com Samsung Electronics America, Inc.