Samsung HMX-M20SD User Manual

HMX-M20SNHMX-M20BNDigital Camcorderwww.samsung.com/registerUser Manual

Do not connect the AC adaptor unless the plug can be fully inserted with no part of the blades exposed.Do not dispose of battery pack in a fire as it m

96system settingSubmenu items• Off : In the standby mode, closing the LCD screen turns off the camcorder.• 5 Min : In the standby mode, closing the

97Storage InfoThis function displays the storage information of a selected storage media (memory card), such as used and available memory space, etc.P

98system setting1. Touch the Menu ( )  Setting ( ) tab  “Format.”• A message appears asking about formatting the memory card.2. Touch “Yes.”• The

991. Touch the Menu ( )  Setting ( ) tab  “Beep Sound.”2. Touch a desired submenu item.3. To exit, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab until the me

100system setting1. Touch the Menu ( )  Setting ( ) tab  “Auto Power Off.”2. Touch a desired submenu item.3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or

1011. Touch the Menu ( )  Setting ( ) tab  “USB Connect.”2. Touch a desired submenu item.3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab.B

102system setting1. Touch the Menu ( )  Setting ( ) tab  “TV Type.”2. Touch a desired submenu item.3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return

1031. Touch the Menu ( )  Setting ( ) tab  “Analog TV Out.”2. Touch a desired submenu item.• Check the TV type, connection jack, and the resolution

1041. Touch the Menu ( )  Setting ( ) tab  “Demo”  “On.”• If you don't want this function, touch “Off.”2. To exit the menu, touch the Exit (

105DELETING A SECTION OF A VIDEOYou can delete part of a video. As this function edits the original file, make sure to back up the original file before

CAUTIONDo not use the camcorder in direct sunlight or near heating equipment.This may cause a malfunction or injury.Do not use the camcorder near dens

106editing video clips1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab  “Edit”  “Divide.”2. Touch the video you want to divide.• The camcorder displays the video you sele

1071. Touch the Menu ( ) tab  “Edit”  “Combine.”2. Touch the videos you want to combine in the order you want to combine them.• The (√) indicator an

108• A playlist is a collecton of favorite videos you have associated with one another and can play as if they were a single video. Using the Playlis

1091. Touch the Menu ( ) tab  “Playlist.”• The resolution selection menu window appears.2. Touch “HD” or “SD.”• Thumbnails of the videos in the pla

1101. Touch the Menu ( ) tab  “Playlist.”2. Touch “HD” or “SD.”• Thumbnails of the videos in the HD or SD playlist appear on the screen.3. Touch the

1111. Touch the Menu ( ) tab  “Playlist.”2. Touch “HD” or “SD.”• Thumbnails of the videos in the HD or SD playlist appear on the screen.3. Touch the

1121. Touch the Play ( )  HD (HD), SD (SD) or Photo ( ) tab.• Videos or photos appear as thumbnails.2. Touch the Menu ( ) tab  “Protect.”3. Touch a

1131. Touch the Play ( )  HD (HD), SD (SD) or Photo ( ) tab.• Videos or photos appear as thumbnails.2. Touch the Menu ( ) tab  “Delete.”3. Touch a

114• When you select the “Set All” option, the camcorder sets the number of copies to be printed to 1.• If you select the “Set All” or “Reset All” op

1151. Touch the Menu ( )  Setting ( ) tab  “USB Connect”  “PictBridge.”2. Use a USB cable to connect your camcorder to the printer.3. Turn your pri

safety informationDo not leave the LCD screen open when not using the camcorder.Do not hold the camcorder by the LCD monitor when lifting it. The LCD

116To set the date/time imprint1. Connect the camcorder to a printer that supports Pictbridge.2. Select the photos you want, and then touch the Menu (

117connecting to a TVCONNECTING TO A HIGH DEFINITION TVUsing your camcorder, you can watch High Definition (HD) quality videos, recorded in the “1920x1

118• When connecting the camcorder to a TV using the component/AV cable, match the colors of the cables and the corresponding jacks.• Videos recorde

119CONNECTING TO A STANDARD DEFINITION TVYou can watch images recorded with your HD camcorder on an analog TV that supports standard definition video.

120connecting to a TVNornal TVCamcorderComponent/AV cableSignal flowType B: Connecting a Component/AV cable for the composite output.Type B: Connecting

121• Adjust the volume to a moderate level. If the volume is too high, the video information may be distorted.• If “TV Display” is “Off,” the TV scree

1221. Turn on your camcorder, and then touch the Play ( ) tab.• Set “TV Type” according to the display device  page 102• Touch Menu ( )  Setting ( )

123Check your computer type before using!!!The camcorder and its built in software are compatible with Windows computers only. Check your computer bef

124Main FunctionsWHAT YOU CAN DO WITH A WINDOWS COMPUTERYou can perform the following functions by connecting your camcorder to your Windows computer

• Use the provided USB cable.• Don’t apply excessive force when inserting or extracting the USB cable into/from a USB jack.• Insert the USB plug in

contentsPREPARATION13BASIC OPERATION412 Before reading this user manual5 Safety information9 Contents13 Quick start guide13 You can record videos

using with a Windows computerStep 2. About the Intelli-studio main window• When the Intelli-studio starts up, thumbnails of videos and photos are dis

Step 3. Playing back the videos or photos• You can play back recordings conveniently using the Intelli-studio application.1. Run the Intelli-studio p

using with a Windows computerFor more information about using Intelli-studio, open the Help Guide by clicking “Help.”Step 5. Sharing the video/photos

129Step 1. Viewing the contents of storage media• If the “Removable Disk” window does not appear, confi rm the connection (page 125) or perform Steps

using with a Windows computer130Structure of folders and files on the storage media• The folder and file structure for storage media is as follows:• F

131Battery packMessage Icon Informs that... ActionLow Battery -The battery pack is almost discharged.• Replace with a charged battery or connect the

132warning indicators and messagesPlaybackMessage Icon Informs that ... ActionTotal file size is over 3.8GB.-Total file size of combined files is limited

133USBMessage Icon Informs that... ActionFail Printer ConnectingChange 'USB Connect'-A problem occured when connecting the camcorder via USB

134warning indicators and messagesPowerSymptom Explanation/SolutionThe camcorder does not turn on.• The battery pack may not be installed in your cam

135TROUBLESHOOTINGRecordingSymptom Explanation/SolutionPressing the Recording start/stop button does not start recording.• Press the MODE button to s

contentsADVANCED OPERATION5545 Recording with ease for beginners (SMART AUTO mode)47 Capturing photos while playing back videos48 Zooming49 Basic Pla

136warning indicators and messagesTROUBLESHOOTINGPlayback on your camcorderSymptom Explanation/SolutionPlayback (Play/Pause) function does not work.•

137TROUBLESHOOTINGConnecting to a computerSymptom Explanation/SolutionThe computer does not recognise your camcorder.• Disconnect the USB cable from

138Your camcorder is a product of superior design and craftsmanship and should be treated with care.The suggestions below will help you fulfill any war

139ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONStorage media• Be sure to follow the guidelines below to prevent corruption or damage to your recorded data.- Do not bend o

140USING YOUR CAMCORDER ABROAD• Each country or region has its own electric and color systems.• Before using your camcorder abroad, check the follow

141SystemVideo signalPicture compression formatAudio compression formatImage deviceLensFocal lengthNTSCH.264 (MPEG-4.AVC)AAC (Advanced Audio Coding)1/

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

80 MIC Level80 Digital Zoom81 Cont. Shot82 Bracket Shot82 Self Timer83 Time Lapse REC85 Quick view86 Guideline86 Advance playback86 Play Option87 Sto

contentsEDITING VIDEO105EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS117USING A COMPUTER123OTHER INFORMATION131105 Editing video clips105 Deleting a section of a video106 D

1. Insert a memory card. page 35• You can use commercially available SDHC(SD High Capacity) or SD memory cards with this camcorder.2. Insert the b

• Your camcorder is compatible with H.264 format “1080/60p” which provides highly-detailed, beautiful images. page 61• The default setting is “108

STEP3: Play back videos or photos1. Touch the Play ( ) tab on the screen in STBY mode.2. Touch the thumbnail (HD/SD/ ) tab, then touch the desired i

What the icons and signs in this user manual mean;WARNINGMeans that there is a potential risk of death or serious injury.CAUTIONMeans that there is a

quick start guideSTEP5: Delete videos or photosIf the camcorder’s storage media is full, you cannot record new videos or photos. Delete videos or phot

Checking your accessories• The exact appearance of each item may vary by model.• The contents may vary depending on the sales region.• Parts and ac

CMOS10.0MEGAPIXELSVIEWCHECKCHG❸❷❶❺❻❼❽ ❾ 󰣬❿󰣮❹󰣱󰣭󰣰󰣯18Front/Left/Rightgetting to know the camcorderLOCATION OF CONTROLSDuring a recording, be careful not

+OPEN❾Q. MENUMODECHGDC IN❶❷❸❽❿CHDC IN❹❺❻❼19Rear/Bottom1 MODE button/Mode indicator (Video()/Photo( ) mode)2 Charging (CHG) lamp3 Recording start/St

20IDENTIFYING THE SCREEN DISPLAYSThe available functions vary depending on the selected operation mode. Different indicators appear depending on the s

21The available functions vary depending on the selected operation mode. Different indicators appear depending on the setting values. The indicators b

22IDENTIFYING THE SCREEN DISPLAYSThe available functions vary depending on the selected operation mode. Different indicators appear depending on the s

23The available functions vary depending on the selected operation mode. Different indicators appear depending on the setting values. The indicators b

OPEN󰦂❸❷ ❶24Inserting the battery pack1. Open the battery/memory card cover by sliding the battery/memory card cover switch towards ①. 2. Insert the

25Charging the battery pack with the AC power adaptor• The battery pack does not charge in the power saving mode, which may keep the mode indicator o

• This camcorder records video in H.264 (MPEG4 part10/AVC) format and in High Definition Video (HD-VIDEO) or Standard Definition Video(SD-VIDEO).• Ple

MODECHG26CHECKING THE BATTERY STATEYou can check the charging state and remaining battery capacity.To check the charging stateThe color of the CHG lam

27Available running time for the battery pack Battery Type BP125ACharging time Approx. 180 min.Video Resolution HD (1080/60i) SD (480/60p)Continuous r

28About the running time • The recording times in the table on the previous page were measured when using the camcorder at 25˚C (77˚F). As the enviro

CMOS10.0MEGAPIXELSVIEWCHECKCHG291. Open the LCD screen to turn on the camcorder.• Your camcorder turns on automatically when you open the LCD screen

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

CMOS10.0MEGAPIXELSVIEWCHECKCHG31You can switch the on-screen information display mode.Press the display (/ CHECK) button.• The full and minimum displ

32• When the power is off, press and hold the display ( / CHECK) button.• When the power is on, press and hold the display (/ CHECK) button for abou

33first time settingsBuilt-in rechargeable battery• Your camcorder includes a built-in rechargeable battery that retains the date and time settings ev

Submenu items“English”  “한국어”  “Français”  “Deutsch”  “Italiano”  “Español”  “Português”  “Nederlands”  “Svenska”  “Suomi”  “Norsk”  “Dansk

󰦂OPEN351. Open the battery/memory card cover by sliding the battery/memory card cover switch towards ①. 2. Insert the memory card into the card slot

The following terms are used in this manual:•‘Scene’referstothepointwhereyoupressRecordStart/Stopbuttontostartrecordinguntilyoupress

36Compatible memory cards• You can use SD (Secure Digital) and SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) cards with this camcorder. We recommend you use a

37• If you cannot use a memory card that has been used with another device, format it with your camcorder. Note that formatting erases all informatio

38• Actual recording times may differ depending on the recording conditions and the subject.• The higher the quality and resolution, the more memory

CMOS10.0MEGAPIXELSVIEWCHECKCHGQ.MENU10.0 MEGA PIXELSCMOS39Attach the strap and place your hand through the loop to prevent the camcorder from being dr

40BASIC CAMCORDER POSITIONINGUse both hands while taking a video or picture to prevent the camcorder from shaking.Try to avoid any slight movement whi

MODECHGQ. MENU41Two Recording start/stop buttons to suit your preference!• This camcorder features two Recording start/stop buttons. One is on the re

42• If power is interrupted or an error occurs during recording, the video may not be recorded/edited.• Samsung is not responsible for any damage ca

43CAPTURING PHOTOS IN VIDEO RECORD MODE (STILL SHOT)Your camcorder can capture photos without interrupting video recording, even in STBY mode.PRECHECK

441. Select a subject to record.• Adjust the LCD panel to the best angle for recording.• Use the Zoom lever or Zoom button to adjust the size of the

451. Press the SMART AUTO button.• () indicator is displayed. (When you activate the SMART AUTO mode, the Anti-shake (DIS) indicator also appears.)2.

WarningTo reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.CautionApparatus shall not be exposed to dripping

46basic recording• The SMART AUTO mode automatically sets the following record functions: “ SCENE,” ”White Balance,” “Aperture,” “Shutter,” “EV,” “3D

47Capturing photos continually while playing back videosYou can capture photos continually during video playback.1. Select the desired options includ

48To zoom inPress the T (zoom) button on the LCD panel or slide the zoom lever towards T (telephoto).• The distant subject is gradually magnified.To z

49• You can switch the operation mode directly into the playback thumbnail display by touching the Play () tab on the LCD screen. The most recently c

50basic playback1. Touch “HD” or “SD.”• Video thumbnails corresponding to the selected video quality appear on the screen.• To change the current t

51Various playback operationsPlayback / Pause / Stop• Playback and Pause alternate when you touch the Playback ( ) / Pause ( ) tab during playback.•

52basic playback1. Touch the Photo ( ) tab.• The thumbnail view appears. • To change the current thumbnail view, select (), or ( ) tab on the scree

531. Touch the Photo ( ) tab.• The thumbnail view appears.• To change the current thumbnail page, touch up () or down () tab.2. Touch the Menu (

541. Touch the Photo ( ) tab.• The thumbnail view appears.• To change the current thumbnail page, touch up () or down ( ) tab.2. Touch a desired p

55• Some menu items listed on the menu or Q.Menu can not be used at the same time, or may be grayed out.• For more information, see the Troubleshoot

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. VEN

56advanced recordingRecording menu itemsOperation modeVideo ( ) Photo ( ) Default value PageSCENEAuto60Resolution1080/60i,6M(3328 x 1872)61Quality

57Operation modeVideo ( ) Photo ( ) Default value PageFocusAuto 70Face DetectionOff 71Magic TouchXOff 75Metering XMulti 76Anti-Shake (HDIS)Off

58advanced recordingSetting menu itemsOperation mode Default value PageStorage Info-97Format - 98File No. Series 92Time Zone Home 93Date/Time Set - 91

59Q.MENU ITEMSYour camcorder provides quick menus that contain functions you frequently use. Pressing the Q.MENU button lets you access the functions

60TipSetting the SCENE mode by dragging on the touch panel:• Touch and drag to the left or right side on the LCD screen. You can switch the setting

61• “60p” indicates the camcorder will record in progressive scan mode at 60 frames per second.• “60i” indicates the camcorder will record in interl

62advanced recording1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab  “Quality.”2. Touch a desired submenu item.3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit () or Return ( ) tab.

63Understanding Slow Motionex)The number of frames the camcorder uses to record video in one second:• When recording in slow motion, the camcorder st

64advanced recordingTo set the white balance manually1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “White Balance” “Custom WB.”• The “() Set White Balance”indicator ap

65Higher ISO sensitivity might produce grainy (noisy) effects in photo images.Submenu items• Auto: Automatically sets the ISO to compensate for vario

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 p

66advanced recordingSubmenu items• Auto: The camcorder automatically sets the appropriate shutter speed value.• Manual ( 1/XX): Touch decrease (() o

67Submenu items• Off: Disables the function. • On (): Sets a shutter speed automatically to record an image brighter in low illumination.1. Touch th

68advanced recordingSubmenu items• Off : Disables the function.• On ( ): Brightens subjects and records more detailed images.1. Touch the Menu ( ) t

69Submenu items• Off ( ): The flash does not fire.• Auto (): The flash fires automatically under low light conditions.• Red-Eye ( ): “Red-eye” is the p

70advanced recordingSubmenu items• Auto: In most situations, it is better to use the automatic focus feature, as it enables you to concentrate on the

71Face Detection submenu in the Video Record mode• Off: Disables the function.• On (): Records under the optimal condition by detecting faces automat

72Taking photos with Smile ShotWhen the subject is adjusted on the LCD screen, the camcorder detects a smiling subject and record it automatically.1.

73Registering My Star in Photo Record mode.By registering faces that are frequently recorded, you can adjust focus and exposure before recording. You

74advanced recordingChanging priority of registered faces in Photo Record modeYou can only delete faces or change the priority order of faces that are

75Submenu items• Off: Disable the function.• On (): Simply touch the subject displayed on the LCD screen that you would like the camcorder to focus o

USER INSTALLER CAUTION:Your authority to operate this FCC certified equipment could be voided if you make changes or modifications not expressly approve

76Submenu items• Multi ( ): Meters multiple portions of a scene to determine the appropriate aperture size.• Center (): Measures an entire scene wit

77Examples of the 7 digital effect options1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Digital Effect.”2. Touch a desired submenu item.3. To exit the menu, touch th

78advanced recordingSubmenu items• Off: Disables the function• In (): As soon as you start recording, it fades in.• Out (): When the recording is d

791. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Tele Macro.”2. Touch a desired submenu item.3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit () or Return ( ) tab.• When using th

80advanced recording1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Digital Zoom.”2. Touch a desired submenu item.3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit () or Return ( )

811. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Cont. Shot.”2. Touch a desired submenu item.3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit () or Return ( ) tab.• When an error

82advanced recordingSubmenu items• Off: Disables the function.• On (): Record five pictures with different brightness setting values such as +0.3EV, -

83Time Lapse RECUsing the Time Lapse feature, you can program your camcorder to create a time lapse video by recording a series of individual frames o

84advanced recordingExample of Time Lapse RecordingThe Time Lapse Recording function records image frames at the predefined interval over the total rec

85Submenu items• Off: Quick View icon does not appear on the screen after you finish a recording.• On (): Quick View icon appears on the screen as soo

The safety precautions illustrated below are to prevent personal injury or material damages. Follow all instructions carefully. WARNINGDo not overload

861. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Guideline.”2. Touch a desired guideline according to the subject.• The selected guideline appears on the screen.If yo

871. Touch “HD” or “SD.”• Video thumbnails of the video quality you selected appear on the screen.• To change the current thumbnail view, select th

88advanced playback1. Touch “HD” or “SD.”• Video thumbnails of the video quality you selected appear on the screen.• To change the current thumbnai

89• By using the software Intelli-studio embedded in the camcorder, you can easily upload videos marked with share marks. page 89• The Share Mark i

90Submenu items• 1Cut: Captures only one still image.• 2Cut/1Sec (): Captures up to 2 still images per second.• 5Cut/1Sec (): Captures up to 5 stil

91Submenu items• Off : Current date/time information is not displayed.• Date : Displays the current date.• Time : Displays the current time.• Date

92Submenu items• 12Hr : Displays the time in 12 hour units.• 24Hr : Displays the time in 24 hour units.1. Touch the Menu ( )  Setting ( ) tab  “Ti

93Submenu items• Home : The camcorder displays the time according to your settings on the Date/Time Set menu. Select Home when using this camcorder f

94system settingSubmenu items• Brightness : Adjusts the brightness of the LCD screen.• Color : Adjusts the saturation of the LCD screen.1. Touch the

95Submenu items• Off : Disable the function.• On : When the camcorder is idle for more than 2 minutes in Video or Photo STBY mode, or for more than