Samsung SMX-K45BN User Manual

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x_EnglishIMPORTANT NOTEHandle the liquid crystal display (LCD) with care:- The LCD is a very delicate display device: Do not press its surface wit

86_EnglishTime Zone You can easily set the clock to the local time when using your camcorder while travelling.settings contentson-screen display"

English_87 The times are based on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).Cities used to set the time zoneCitiesTime zoneCitiesTime zoneLondon, Lisbon +00:00 Adelai

88_EnglishDate/Time SetSet the current date and time so they can be recorded correctly. ➥page 34Date TypeYou can select the desired date type. setting

English_89LCD Brightness You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen to compensate for ambient lighting conditions.Pressing the Control button ( 

90_EnglishAuto LCD OffTo reduce power consumption, the brightness of the LCD screen is automatically dimmed if the camcorder is idle for more than 2 m

English_91Beep SoundYou can set the beep sound to on/off. If there is a beep sound when operating the menu settings, the setting is turned on.setting

92_EnglishQuick On STBYWhen you are going to record frequently for an extended time, use the Quick On STBY function. In standby mode, closing the LCD

English_93PC SoftwareIf you set PC Software to on, you can simply use the PC software by connecting the USB cable between the camcorder and your PC. Y

94_EnglishDemoDemonstration automatically shows you the major features that are included with your camcorder so that you may use them more easily.sett

English_95connecting to other devicesYou can enjoy viewing your video recorded in SD in HD quality by setting the HD OUTPUT switch on the side of your

English_xiBe careful of unusual ambient temperature:- Using the camcorder in a place where the temperature is over 104°F (40°C) or lower than 32°F

96_EnglishThe HDMI jack on the camcorder is provided for output usage only.If the Anynet+ supported TV is connected with the camcorder, turning on the

English_97WTONOFFMODEONOFFWTONOFFMODEVIDEOAUDIOLRWTONOFFMODEVIDEOAUDIOLRNormal TVCamcorderSignal fl owConnecting to a normal (standard defi nition) TV (

98_EnglishVIEWING ON A TV SCREENYou can enjoy widescreen recordings on an HDTV (or a regular TV).1. Turn on the TV and set the input selector to th

English_99RECORDING (DUBBING) IMAGES ON A VCR OR DVD/HDD RECORDERYou can record (dub) images played back on this camcorder onto other video devices, s

100_Englishusing with a Windows computerCHECKING YOUR COMPUTER TYPE This chapter explains how to connect the camcorder to a computer using the USB cab

English_101WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH A WINDOWS COMPUTERYou can enjoy the following operations by connecting your camcorder to your Windows computer by usin

102_EnglishUSING THE INTELLI-STUDIO PROGRAMUsing the built-in Intelli-studio program in your camcorder, you can transfer video/photo fi les onto your P

English_103Step 2. About the Intelli-studio main window• When the Intelli-studio starts up, thumbnails of videos and photos are displayed in the main

104_EnglishStep 3. Playing back videos (or photos)You can play back the recordings conveniently using the Intelli-studio application.1. Run the Intell

English_105Step 4. Editing videos (or photos)With Intelli-studio, you can edit videos or photos in various ways. (Movie Effect, Fine-Tuning, Transitio

xii_EnglishNOTES REGARDING TRADEMARK All the trade names and registered trademarks mentioned in this manual or other documentation provided with your

106_Englishusing with a Windows computerStep 5. Sharing the video/photos onlineShare your contents with the world by uploading photos and videos direc

English_107Installing Intelli-studio application on a Windows computer• When the Intelli-studio application is installed on a Windows computer, it wi

108_EnglishTRANSFERRING VIDEOS/PHOTOS FROM THE CAMCORDER TO YOUR COMPUTERYou can transfer or copy recorded data to a Windows computer by connecting th

English_109Structure of folders and fi les on the storage mediaThe folder and fi le structure for built-in memory or memory card is as follows.Don’t arb

110_Englishmaintenance & additional information MAINTENANCEYour camcorder is a product of superior design and craftsmanship and should be treated

English_111To clean the lensUse an optional air blower to blow out dirt and other small objects. Do not wipe the lens with cloth or your fingers. If n

112_EnglishBattery packsThe supplied battery pack is a lithium-ion battery. Before using the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack, be sur

English_113NTSC-compatible countries/regionsBahamas, Canada, Central America, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Philippines, Taiwan, United States of America, etc

114_EnglishtroubleshootingTROUBLESHOOTING✪ Before contacting a Samsung authorized service center, perform the following simple checks. They may sav

English_115RecordingMessage Icon Informs that... ActionWrite Error -Some problems occured while writing data to storage media.Format storage media usi

English_xiiiprecautions during useWARNINGDo not overload outlets or extension cords as this may result in abnormal heat or fire.Using the camcorder att

116_EnglishPlaybackMessage Icon Informs that... ActionRead Error - Some problems occurred during reading data from storage media.Format storage med

English_117✪ If you encounter any problems using your camcorder, check the following before asking for a service repair. If these instructions do not

118_EnglishDisplaysSymptom Explanation/SolutionThe TV screen or LCD display has distorted images or has stripes at the top/ bottom or on the left/righ

English_119Storage Media Symptom Explanation/SolutionMemory card functions are not operable.Insert a memory card into your camcorder properly. ➥page 3

120_EnglishRecording Symptom Explanation/SolutionPressing the Recording start/stop button does not start recording.There is not enough free space to r

English_121Symptom Explanation/SolutionWhen the screen is exposed to direct sunlight during recording, the screen turns red or black for an instant. D

122_EnglishAdjusting the image during recordingSymptom Explanation/SolutionFocus does not adjust automatically.Set "Focus" to "Auto.&qu

English_123Connecting to a computerSymptom Explanation/SolutionWhen using the videos, a computer does not recognize your camcorder.Disconnect the USB

124_EnglishGeneral operationsSymptom Explanation/SolutionThe date and time are incorrect.Has the camcorder been left unused for a long period of time?

English_125Symptom Explanation/SolutionMenu items are grayed out.You cannot select grayed items in the current recording/playback mode.Most of the me

xiv_EnglishDo not plug or unplug the power cord with wet hands. There is a risk of electric shock.Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or reform the

126_EnglishModel Name: SMX-K40BN/SMX-K40SN/SMX-K40LN/SMX-K44BN/SMX-K44SN/SMX-K44LN SMX-K45BN/SMX-K45SN/SMX-K45LN/SMX-K400BN/SMX-K400SN/SMX-K400LNSyst

SAMSUNGLIMITED WARRANTYSAMSUNG Electronics America Inc. (SEA), warrants that this product is free from defective material and workmanship.SEA further

RoHS compliantOur product complies with “The Restriction Of the use of certain Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic equipment”, and we do

English_xvCAUTIONDo not expose the camcorder to soot or steam. Thick soot or steam could damage the camcorder case or cause a malfunction.$ONOTEXPOS

xvi_EnglishUse Samsung-approved accessories only. Usingproducts from other manufacturers may causeoverheating, fire, explosion, electric shock orperson

contentsQUICK START GUIDE07 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMCORDER 11 PREPARATION15ABOUT THE STORAGE MEDIA 36 RECORDING 4207 You can record videos in H.264 f

contents46 Changing the playback mode 47 Playing videos50 Viewing photos 51 Changing the menu settings53 Menu items54 Using the recording menu it

SETTINGS OPTIONS8275 Using VIEW 76 Story-board print77 Edit (Divide)79 Edit (Combine)80 Slide show 81 Slide show option81 File info82 Changin

key features of your memory camcorderHigh-resolution color widescreen LCD (2.7” WIDE TFT LCD)This Samsung memory camcorder utilizes a 2.7-inch 230k pi

contents95 Connecting to a TV98 Viewing on a TV screen99 Recording (dubbing ) images on a VCR or DVD/HDD recorder100 Checking your computer type101

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

Your camcorder uses advanced H.264 compression technology to realize the clearest video quality. ➥page 1091. Open the LCD screen to turn on the camco

VIEWING ON A TV• You can enjoy detailed, brilliant quality videos on a connected TV. ➥page 98VIEWING THE LCD SCREEN OF YOUR CAMCORDERYou can fi nd you

SHARING VIDEOS/PHOTOS ON YouTube/FlickrShare your contents with the world, by uploading photos and videos directly to a web site with a single click.C

WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH YOUR CAMCORDERYour new camcorder comes with the following accessories. If any of these items are missing from your box, call

FRONT & LEFT VIEWgetting to know your camcorder12_EnglishMENU button Anti-Shake (OIS) ( ) buttonControl button (//// OK), Zoom (W/T) butto

RIGHT & TOP / BOTTOM VIEWSDHCUsable Memory Card (32GB Max)Zoom lever (W/T) Battery pack/ Memory card coverPHOTO buttonⓐ Battery pack slotGrip b

14_Englishgetting to know your camcorderREAR VIEWMode indicator Jack cover : Record mode (Video/Photo)ⓐ HDMI jack ( ) : Play modeⓑ

preparationThis section provides information that you should know before using this camcorder: such as how to use the provided accessories, how to cha

Capture photo imagesCaptures a moving subject instantly and saves the scene as a photo image.Time lapse recording catches the momentYou can record a l

CONNECTING A POWER SOURCE Be sure to charge the battery pack before you start using your camcorder. Use the IA-BH130LB battery pack only.The battery p

Charging the batteryYou can charge the battery using the AC power adaptor or USB cable.1. Press the Power ( ) button to turn off the camcorder. ➥page

Charging indicatorTips for battery identifi cation✪ The color of the LED indicates the charging status.If the battery has been fully charged, the charg

Charging, recording and playback times with fully charged battery pack (with no zoom operation, etc.)For your reference, the approximate time with fu

About the battery packThe benefits of the battery pack: the Battery pack is small but has a large power capacity. It should be recharged at temperature

Use only Samsung-approved battery packs.Do not use batteries from other manufacturers because there is a danger of overheating, fire or explosion.Samsu

Using a household power source Make the same connections as you do when charging the battery pack. The battery pack will not lose its charge in this

When using this camcorder for the fi rst time When you use your camcorder for the fi rst time or reset it, the time zone screen appears for the startup

SWITCHING TO THE POWER SAVING MODE• The power saving mode does not work in the following situations:- When the camcorder has a cable connection. (US

LCD SCREEN INDICATORS The above screen is an example for explanation: It is different from the actual display. The on-screen indicators are based on a

safety warningsWhat the icons and signs in this user manual mean :WARNINGDeath or risk of serious personal injury.CAUTIONPotential risk of personal in

Quick ViewFocus* (Auto Focus/Face Detection/Manual Focus)Shortcut menu (OK Guide) / ReturnEV (Exposure Value) *iSCENEVideo and Photo record mode : Sho

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preparation28_EnglishReverse playback search ➥page 33( Skip/Search/Slow motion/Frame-by-frame)Volume DownPlay (  ) / Pause ( ❙ ❙ )Forward playback se

34English_29Photo Play mode : Single ViewPhoto Play mode : Thumbnail ViewPhoto Play modeProtectionStorage media (Memory card or built-in memory (SMX-K

USING THE LCD ENHANCER FUNCTIONContrast is enhanced for a clear and bright image. This effect is also implemented outdoors in bright daylight. You can

English_31SETTING THE ANTI-SHAKE (OIS: OPTICAL IMAGE STABILIZER) ( ) This function works only in Record mode. ➥page 23Anti-Shake (OIS

SHORTCUT MENU (OK GUIDE) The Shortcut menu (OK guide) represents the most frequently accessed functions according to the selected mode. ✪ For example:

English_33SHORTCUT FUNCTION USING THE CONTROL BUTTONS ButtonRecord (/ ) modePlay ( ) modeMenu selection Video Play ( ) modePhoto Play ( )

INITIAL SETTING : TIME ZONE, DATE AND TIME & OSD LANGUAGEInitial setting is available in all operating modes. To read the menus or messages in yo

English_35Selecting the OSD languageYou can select the desired language to display the menu screen and the messages.1. Press the MENU button.The menu

BEFORE USING THIS CAMCORDER This camcorder is designed exclusively for use with the high-capacity built-in memory (16GB (SMX-K44 only), (32GB (SMX-K45

SELECTING THE STORAGE MEDIA (SMX-K44/K45 ONLY)You can record on the built-in memory or a memory card, so you should select the desired storage media b

INSERTING / EJECTING A MEMORY CARD Inserting a memory card1. Turn the camcorder off.2. Slide and open the battery/memory card cover as shown in the

SELECTING A SUITABLE MEMORY CARDA memory card is a compact portable storage media. You can use an SDHC memory card. (Memory cards must be purchased se

Handling a memory cardIt is recommended that you power off before inserting or removing a memory card to avoid data loss. It is not guaranteed that yo

RECORDABLE TIME AND CAPACITYThe following shows the camcorder’s maximum recording time and number of images according to the resolution / memory capac

The previous figures are measured under Samsung’s standard recording test conditions and may differ depending on the test or use condition.The camcord

recordingBasic procedures to record a video or photo image are described below and on the following pages.RECORDING VIDEOSThe camcorder provides two R

RECORDING WITH EASE FOR BEGINNERS (EASY Q MODE) With the EASY Q function, most of the camcorder settings are automatically adjusted, which frees you f

TAKING PHOTOS You can take photos with the PHOTO button.1. Open the LCD screen to turn on the camcorder.You can also turn the camcorder on by pressin

ZOOMING IN AND OUTUse the zoom function for close-up or wide-angle recording. This camcorder allows you to record using 52x optical power zoom, 65x In

1. Read these instructions.2. Keep these instructions.3. Heed all warnings.4. Follow all instructions.5. Do not use this apparatus near

You can view recorded videos and photos in thumbnail index view and play them in various ways. In the thumbnail index view, you can directly select an

PLAYING VIDEOS This function works only in Video Play ( ) mode. You can fi nd a desired video image quickly using the thumbnail index view.1. Open t

If there is no fi le stored to view, the message "Empty" appears.Video fi les may not playback on the camcorder in the following cases:- Vide

Various Playback OperationsStill playback (pause) ( / ❙❙ )Press the OK button during playback.- To resume normal playback, press the OK button agai

VIEWING PHOTOS This function works only in Photo Play ( ) mode. You can fi nd and view desired photos quickly using the thumbnail index view.1. Open t

CHANGING THE MENU SETTINGSYou can change the menu settings to customise your camcorder. Access the desired menu screen by following the steps below, t

✪ Follow the instructions below to use each of the menu items listed after this page.For example: Setting iSCENE in the Record mode.1. Open the LCD s

MENU ITEMSAccessing items in the menu depends on the operation mode.For operation details, see the corresponding page. ➥pages 54~68Recording menu item

USING THE RECORDING MENU ITEMSYou can the menu items for video or photos recording.iSCENE This camcorder automatically sets the shutter speed and aper

English_55Video Resolution You can select the resolution of a video to be recorded. This camcorder can record in "TV Super Fine", "TV F

15. Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.16.

16:9 WideYou can select the desired LCD display aspect ratio for recording or playback (16:9 Wide/4:3 aspect ratio).item contents on-screen display&qu

English_57 A subject can be recorded under various types of lighting conditions indoors (natural, fl uorescent, candlelight, etc.). Because the color t

58_EnglishThe image may not seem smooth when a high shutter speed is setted.When recording with a shutter speed of 1/1000 or higher, make sure the sun

English_59EV (Exposure Value) The camcorder usually adjusts the exposure automatically. You can also manually adjust the exposure depending on the rec

60_EnglishBack Light When a subject is lit from behind, this function will compensate for lighting so that the subject is not too dark.item contentson

English_61Focus The camcorder usually focuses on a subject automatically (auto-focus). You can also manually focus on a subject depending on the recor

62_EnglishFocusing manually during recording:This camcorder automatically focuses a subject from close-up to infi nity. However, the correct focus may

English_63Digital Effect The digital effect enables you to give a creative look to your recording. Select the appropriate digital effect for the type

64_Englishrecording optionsFaderYou can give your recording a professional look by using special effects such as fade in at the beginning of a sequenc

English_65Zoom Type The memory camcorder offers three types of zoom: optical, intelligent and digital zoom when recording videos.item contentson-scree

viii_English22. POWER LINES: An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or pow

66_EnglishTime Lapse REC• Time Lapse REC records still images at specifi c intervals you can set, and plays them as one video fi le.• This function is

English_67Time Lapse REC records image frames at apredefi ned interval produce a time-lapse video.Time Lapse REC is useful for fi lming in the following

68_EnglishGuideline Guideline displays a certain pattern on the LCD screen so that you can easily set the image composition when recording images.The

English_69MENU ITEMSAccessible items in the menu vary depending on the operation mode.See pages 46-50 for playback information and button operation.Se

70_EnglishMULTI VIEW OPTIONThe Multi View Option enables you to sort thumbnails of recorded video or photos in the order of recording, recorded date,

English_71PLAY OPTIONYou can set a specifi c playback style according to your preference.1. Press the MENU button  Control button ( / ) to select &

72_Englishplayback optionsDELETE You can erase your recordings one by one, or all at once.1. Open the LCD screen and then the camcorder is powered on

English_73PROTECT You can protect saved important videos (or photos) from accidental deletion. Protected images will not be deleted unless you release

74_EnglishCOPY (SMX-K44/K45 ONLY)Images are copied to the destination storage while original images are left in the source storage.It copies from the

English_75USING VIEWThis function provides a preview of the 16 image storyboard from a selected video to be printed. ➥page 761. Open the LCD screen

English_ix29. To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.30. If this power supply i

76_EnglishSTORY-BOARD PRINT This function captures 16 still images arbitrarily from the selected video and saves them into the storage media. It prese

English_77EDIT (DIVIDE)You can divide a video clip as many times as you want in order to delete a section you no longer need. The videos will be divid

78_EnglishThe Divide function is not available in the following conditions:- If the total recorded time of the video is less than 6 seconds.- If you

English_79EDIT (COMBINE)You can combine two different video clips.1. Open the LCD screen and then the camcorder is powered on automatically. ➥page 23

80_EnglishSLIDE SHOW You can playback all the photos stored in the storage media automatically.1. Open the LCD screen and then the camcorder is power

English_81SLIDE SHOW OPTIONYou can enjoy a slide show with various effects.1. Press the MENU button  Control button ( / ) to select "Slide Sh

82_EnglishCHANGING THE MENU SETTINGS IN "SETTINGS" You can change the menu settings to customise your camcorder. Access the desired menu scr

English_83MENU ITEMS You can setup the date/time, OSD language and display settings of the camcorder.Settings menu items ( )ItemsRecord (/ ) mod

84_EnglishUSING THE SETTINGS MENU ITEMSStorage Info It shows you the storage information. You can view the storage media, used memory space and availa

English_85File No. File numbers are assigned to recorded files in the order they were recorded.settings contentson-screen display"Series"Assi