Samsung HMX-R10BP User Manual

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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

1001. Touch the Menu ( )  Setting ( ) tab  “Format.”• A message appears asking about formatting the memory card.2. Touch “Yes.”• The format is e

1011. Touch the Menu ( )  Setting ( ) tab  “Beep Sound.”2. Touch a desired submenu item.3. To exit, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab until the

1021. Touch the Menu ( )  Setting ( ) tab  “Auto Power Off.”2. Touch a desired submenu item.3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) ta

1031. Touch the Menu ( )  Setting ( ) tab  “USB Connect.”2. Touch a desired submenu item.3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab.

1041. Touch the Menu ( )  Setting ( ) tab  “TV Type.”2. Touch a desired submenu item.3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab.• Th

1051. Touch the Menu ( )  Setting ( ) tab  “Analogue TV Out.”2. Touch a desired submenu item.• Check the TV type, connection jack, and the resolut

1061. Touch the Menu ( )  Setting ( ) tab  “Demo”  “On.”• If you don't want this function, touch “Off.”2. To exit the menu, touch the Exit (

107editing video clipsDELETING A SECTION OF A VIDEOYou can delete a scene partially. As this function edits the original file, make sure to back up imp

1081. Touch the Menu ( ) tab  “Edit”  “Divide.”2. Touch a desired video to edit.• The selected video is displayed as paused.3. Search the point

1091. Touch the Menu ( ) tab  “Edit”  “Combine.”2. Touch video thumbnails to be combined.• The ( ) indicator and the order number are displayed o

PREPARATION15BASIC OPERATION432 Key features of your full HD camcorder4 Before reading this user manual7 Safety information11 Contents15 Quick sta

110• You can create a playlist on the same memory card by gathering your favourite scenes from the recorded videos. Adding or deleting videos from a

1111. Touch the Menu ( ) tab  “Playlist.”• The menu window appears for selecting the video resolution.2. Touch “HD” or “SD.”• The thumbnail displ

1121. Touch the Menu ( ) tab  “Playlist.”2. Touch “HD” or “SD.”• Video thumbnails corresponding to the selected video quality appear on the screen.

1131. Touch the Menu ( ) tab  “Playlist.”2. Touch “HD” or “SD.”• Video thumbnails corresponding to the selected video quality appear on the screen.

1141. 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

1151. 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 des

116• When you select the “Set All” option, the number of copies to be printed is set to 1.• Selecting the “Set All” or “Reset All” options may take a

1171. Touch the Menu ( )  Setting ( ) tab  “USB Connect”  “PictBridge.”2. Use a USB cable to connect your camcorder to the printer.3. Turn your pri

118To set the date/time imprint1. In the printer mode, touch the Menu ( ) tab.• The print options appear on the screen.2. Touch the “Date/Time.”3. T

119connecting to a TVTO CONNECT TO A HIGH DEFINITION TVYou can enjoy High Definition (HD) quality videos, recorded in “1920x1080” or “1280x720” resolut

ADVANCED OPERATION5648 Capturing photos while playing back videos49 Zooming50 Basic Playback50 Changing the playback mode51 Playing back video

120• When connecting to TV using the component/AV cable, match the colours between the cables and the corresponding jacks.• Videos recorded using th

121CONNECTING TO A REGULAR TVYou can enjoy images recorded with your HD camcorder on a regular TV that supports standard definition. Images recorded wi

122Recording ratio TV Type setting Wide (16:9) TV 4:3 TVImages recorded in a 16:9 ratio• Video Image• Photo capture images• Photo Image16:94:3Image

123• Adjust the volume at the moderate level. If the volume is too high, the video information may include the noise.• If the “TV Display” is set “O

1241. Turn on your camcorder, and touch the play( ) tab.• Set “TV Type” according to the display device  page 104• Touch the Menu( )  Setting ( )t

using with a Windows computerCHECKING YOUR COMPUTER TYPE This chapter explains how to connect the camcorder to a computer using the USB cable.Read thi

using with a Windows computer126Main FunctionsWHAT YOU CAN DO WITH A WINDOWS COMPUTERYou can enjoy the following operations by connecting your camcord

OffOn1 / 1PC Software127• Use the provided USB cable. (Supplied by Samsung)• Don’t apply excessive force when inserting or extracting the USB cable

using with a Windows computer128Step 2. About the Intelli-studio main window• When the Intelli-studio starts up, thumbnails of videos and photos are

129Step 3. Playing back the videos (or photos)• You can play back the recordings conveniently using the Intelli-studio application.1. Run the Intelli

82 Digital Zoom83 Cont. Shot84 Bracket Shot84 Self Timer85 Time Lapse REC87 Quick view88 Guideline89 Advanced playback89 Play Option89 Hig

using with a Windows computer130Share your contents with the world, by uploading photos and videos directly to a web site with one click.1. Click “SHA

1314. Click “Upload to Share Site” to start uploading.• A pop up window appears asking your ID and the password.5. Enter your ID and the password to

using with a Windows computer132Installing Intelli-studio application on the Windows computer• When the Intelli-studio application is installed on

133Step 1. Viewing the contents of storage media• If the “Removable Disk” window does not appear, confi rm the connection (page 133) or perform steps

using with a Windows computer134Structure of folders and files on the storage media• The folder and file structure for storage media is as follows:• T

135Step 2. Transferring fi les from the camcorder to your Windows computer1. Execute the procedure in “Viewing the contents of storage media.” page 13

136Battery packMessage Icon Informs that... ActionLow Battery -The battery pack is almost discharged.• Replace with a charged battery or connect the A

137Message Icon Informs that ... ActionCard ErrorThe memory card has some problem and can not be recognised.• Change memory card with another one.Not

138Message Icon Informs that ... ActionThe number of photo files is full.Cannot take a photo.-The number of photo files that can be stored is 9,999.• D

139USBMessage Icon Informs that... ActionFail Printer ConnectingChange 'USB Connect'-A problem occurred when connecting the camcorder via US

EDITING VIDEO107EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS119USING A COMPUTER125OTHER INFORMATION136107 Editing video clips107 Deleting a section of a video108 Dividing

140PowerSymptom Explanation/SolutionThe camcorder does not turn on.• The battery pack may not be installed on your camcorder. Insert a battery pack t

141DisplaySymptom Explanation/SolutionThe TV screen or LCD display has distorted images or has stripes at the top/ bottom or on the left/right.• It c

142Symptom Explanation/SolutionThe recording stops automatically.• There is no more free space for recording on the storage media. Back up important

143Symptom Explanation/SolutionThere is a time difference between the point where you press Recording start/stop button and the point where the record

144Adjusting the image during recordingSymptom Explanation/SolutionFocus does not adjust automatically.• Set “Focus” to “Auto.” page 73• The record

145Playback on other devices (TV, etc)Symptom Explanation/SolutionYou cannot view the image or hear the sound from the connected device.• Connect the

146Connecting to a computerSymptom Explanation/SolutionThe computer does not recognise your camcorder.• Disconnect the USB cable from the computer an

147Overall operationsSymptom Explanation/SolutionThe date and time are incorrect.• Has the camcorder been left unused for a long period of time? The

148Your camcorder is a product of superior design and craftsmanship and should be treated with care.The suggestions below will help you fulfill any war

149ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONStorage media• Be sure to follow the guidelines below to prevent corruption or damage to your recorded data.- Do not bend o

1. Insert a memory card. page 37• You can use commercially available SDHC(SD High Capacity) or SD memory cards with this camcorder. 2. Insert the

150USING YOUR CAMCORDER ABROAD• Each country or region has its own electric and colour systems.• Before using your camcorder abroad, check the follo

151SystemVideo signalPicture compression formatAudio compression formatImage deviceLensFocal lengthPAL H.264 (MPEG-4.AVC)ACC (Advanced Audio Coding)1/

152The mains lead on the power adapter is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse.The value of the fuse is indicated on the pin face of the

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

• Your camcorder is compatible with H.264 format “1920x1080/50i” which provides highly-detailed, beautiful images.  page 62• The default setting is

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

quick start guideImporting and viewing the videos/photos from your PC1. Launch the Intelli-studio program by connecting the camcorder to your PC via

Checking your accessories AUDIOBattery pack(IA-BH125C)AC adapter Power cordComponent/AV cableUSB cableUser manual CDQuick start guide PouchHand strapM

key features of your full HD camcorder9.15 Mega pixel CMOS (1/2.33) Adopted This camcorder’s 9.15 mega pixel CMOS sensor catches your important moment

CMOS9.0MEGAPIXELS❸❷❶❺❻❼❽ ❾ ❿  ❹20Front/Left/Rightgetting to know the camcorderLOCATION OF CONTROLSDuring a recording, be careful not to block the

❾❿DCIN❶❷❸❺❹❽❼❻21Rear/Bottom1 MODE button/Mode indicator (Video( )/Photo( ) mode)2 Zoom(W/T) lever3 Charging(CHG) lamp4 Recording start/Stop butto

22IDENTIFYING THE SCREEN DISPLAYSThe available functions vary depending on the selected operation mode, and different indicators appear depending on t

Memory full!1415171613 12 1198123 4 5 6 700:00:20 / 00:30:00100-0001515Card Full !01/JAN/2009 00:0010160MIN23The available functions vary depending on

24IDENTIFYING THE SCREEN DISPLAYSThe available functions vary depending on the selected operation mode, and different indicators appear depending on t

1/37851X 8.0813111214547621291001/JAN/2009 00:00100-0001315160MIN25The available functions vary depending on the selected operation mode, and differen

26Inserting the battery pack1. Open the battery/memory card cover by sliding the battery/memory card cover switch to the left (OPEN) as shown in the

27Charging the battery pack with the AC power adaptor• The battery pack is not charged during the power saving mode, which may keep the mode indicato

DCIN28CHECKING THE BATTERY STATEYou can check the charging state and remaining battery capacity.To check the charging stateThe colour of the CHG lamp

29Available running time for the battery pack Battery Type IA-BH125CCharging time Approx. 100min.Video Resolution HD SDContinuous recording time Appro

3INTELLI-ZOOM8xDIGITALZOOM100X9.0MEGAPIXELSCMOS12 Mega pixel Photo QualitySamsung’s Pixel Rising technology yields high resolution still images that r

30About the running time • Times measured when using the camcorder at 25˚C (77˚F). As the environmental temperature and conditions vary, the actual b

CMOS9.0MEGAPIXELS311. Open the LCD screen to turn on the camcorder.• Your camcorder turns on automatically when you open the LCD screen.2. To turn o

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

CMOS9.0MEGAPIXELS33You can switch the on-screen information display mode. Press the Display( /iCHECK) button.• The full and minimum display modes wi

34Remaining battery (approx.)Available recording time (approx.)• When the power is off, press and hold the Display (/iCHECK) button.• When the power

35first 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”

TM371. Open the battery/memory card cover by sliding the switch to the left (OPEN) as shown in the figure.2. Insert the memory card into the card sl

38Compatible memory cards• This camcorder can be used with SD (Secure Digital) and SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) cards. It is recommended to u

39• 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

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

40• The figures in the table may differ depending on the actual recording conditions and subject.• The higher the quality and resolution, the more me

CMOS9.0MEGAPIXELS41Attach the strap and place your hand through the loop to prevent the camcorder from damage by being dropped.USING THE HAND STRAP1.

42BASIC CAMCORDER POSITIONINGUse both hands while taking a video or picture to prevent the camcorder from shaking.Try to avoid any slight movement whi

DCIN43Two Recording start/stop buttons to suit your preference!• This camcorder features two Recording start/stop buttons. One is on the rear side o

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

45CAPTURING PHOTOS IN VIDEO RECORD MODE (DUAL RECORDING)Your camcorder can capture photos without interrupting video recording, even inSTBY mode.PRECH

461. 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 th

471. Press the EASY Q button.• (EASY Q) indicator is displayed. (when activating the EASY Q mode, Anti-shake ( ) indicator also appears.)2. Press

48Capturing photos continually while playing back videosYou can capture photos continually during video playback.1. Select the desired options includ

49To zoom inPress the T (zoom) button on the LCD panel or slide the zoom lever lever towards T (telephoto).• The distant subject is gradually magnifie

• 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

50• You can switch the operation mode directly into the playback thumbnail display by touching the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen. You will find the m

511. Touch “HD” or “SD.”• Video thumbnails corresponding to the selected video quality appear on the screen.• To change the current thumbnail view,

52Various playback operationsPlayback / Pause / Stop• Playback and Pause alternates when touching the Playback ( ) / Pause ( ) tab during playback.•

531. Touch the Photo ( ) tab.• The thumbnail view appears. • To change the current thumbnail view, select ( ), ( ), or ( ) tab on the screen.• If

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

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

56• When using the menu or Q.MENU items, some menu items can not be used at the same time, or may be grayed out.• For more information, see the Trou

57Recording menu itemsOperation mode Video ( ) Photo ( ) Default value PageSCENE Auto61Resolution [HD]1080/50i(SF)/6M (3328 x 1872)62Quality XFi

58Operation mode Video ( ) Photo ( ) Default value PageFocus Auto 73Face Detection Off 74Magic TouchXOff 75Metering XMulti 76Anti-Shake (EIS) 

59Setting menu itemsOperation mode Default value PageStorage Info- 99Format - 100File No. Series 94Time Zone Home 95Date/Time Set - 91Date Type - 93Ti

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

60QUICK MENU ITEMSYour camcorder provides quick menus consisting of the functions you may frequently use. Pressing the Q.MENU button will let you star

611. Touch the Menu ( ) tab  SCENE.”2. Touch a desired submenu item.• To change the current page, touch up ( )/down ( ) tab.3. To exit the menu, t

62• “50i” indicates the camcorder will record in interlaced scan mode at 50 fields per second.• “25p” indicates the camcorder will record in progressi

63Submenu items• Super Fine ( ): Records photos at the super fine image quality.• Fine ( ): Records photos at the fine image quality.• Normal ( ): Reco

64Submenu items• Off*: Disables the function.• [SD]250frame/sec ( ) : Records 250 frames per second in "416x240" resolution.• [SD]500frame/

65Submenu items• Soft ( ): Smooths the edges of photo images.• Normal ( ): The photo images appear with sharp edges and are suitable for printing.• S

66To set the white balance manually1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “White Balance”  “Custom WB.”• The “( ) Set White Balance” indicator is displayed.2. F

67Higher ISO sensitivity might produce a grainy (noisy) effect on the photo images.Submenu items• Auto: Automatically sets the ISO to compensate for

68Submenu items• Auto: Sets the aperture value automatically.• Manual ( FXX): Sets the aperture value manually.Understanding ApertureThe aperture va

69Submenu items• Auto: The camcorder automatically sets the appropriate shutter speed value.• Manual ( ): Touch decrease (Touch decrease () or inc

The safety precautions illustrated below are to prevent personal injury or material damages. Heed all instructions carefully. WARNINGDo not aim the ca

70Submenu items• Off: Disables the function. • Normal ( ): Record a brighter image by extending the low shutter speed range to 1/25.• Super ( ): Reco

71Submenu items• Off : Disables the function.• On ( ): Expresses more shadow and highlight details for recorded images.1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Dy

72• The recommended distance to the subject when using the built-in flash is approximately 7 to 10 feet.• The battery power will be consumed faster w

73Submenu items• Auto: In most situations, it is better to use the automatic focus feature, as it enables you to concentrate on the creative side of

74Submenu items• Off: Disable the function.• On ( ): Detects faces automatically for the optimal recording conditions.1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Fac

75Submenu items• Off: Disable the function.• On( ): You can simply touch the subject shown on the LCD screen that you would like to focus on. The bri

76Submenu items• Multi ( ): Meters the multiple portions of the screen and determines the appropriate aperture.• Center ( ): Measures the entire scre

771. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Anti-Shake (EIS).”2. Touch a desired submenu item.3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab.• Gross cam

78Off Without any digital effect, a normal, natural image is displayed during recording or playback.Black & White ( )This mode changes the image t

79Submenu items• Off: Disables the function• In ( ): As soon as you start recording, it will fade in.• Out ( ): When the recording is done, it will

Do not connect the AC adaptor unless the plug can be fully inserted with no part of the blades exposed.Do not connect the AC adapter unless the plug c

801. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Super Macro.”2. Touch a desired submenu item.3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab.• When using the

81Using the Wind Cut function also removes some low-frequency sound with the wind noise.1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Wind Cut.”2. Touch a desired subme

821. Touch the Menu ( ) tab “Digital Zoom.”2. Touch a desired submenu item.3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab.With the digital

831. 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 o

84Submenu items• Off: Disables the function.• On ( ): Record five pictures with different brightness setting values such as +0.3EV, -0.3EV, Back Light

85Time Lapse RECUsing the time lapse feature, your camcorder can be programmed to automatically record a number of frames over a period of time or wit

86Example of Time Lapse RecordingThe Time Lapse Recording function records image frames at the predefined interval over the total recording time to pro

87Submenu items• Off: Quick View icon does not appear on the screen after you finish the recording.• On: Quick View icon appears on the screen as soon

88Submenu items• Off: Cancells the guideline function.• : This is the basic guideline. Use this when focusing a subject in the centre.• : Images b

89Submenu items• Play All ( ): Plays video clips in succession starting from the selected video to the last one, then returns to the thumbnail index

CAUTIONDo not use the camcorder near direct sunlight or heating equipment. This may cause a malfunction or injury. W44WDo not expose the camcorder to

90advanced playbackSubmenu items• 1Cut: Captures only one still image.• 2Cut/1Sec ( ): Captures up to 2 still images per second by pressing the PHOTO

91system setting1. Touch the Menu ( )  Setting ( ) tab “Date/Time Set”2. Touch the date and time information, and change the setting values by using

92Submenu items• Off : Current date/time information is not displayed.• Date : Displays the current date.• Time : Displays the current time.• Date

93Submenu items• 2009/01/01 : The date is displayed in the year/month (two-digit)/date. • JAN/01/2009 : The date is displayed in the order of month/

94File No.File names (numbers) are assigned to recorded images according to the selected numbering option.Submenu items• Series : Assigns file numbers

95Submenu items• Home : The clock will be used according to your setting on the Date/Time Set menu.Select it when using this camcorder for the first t

96Submenu items• Brightness : Adjusts the brightness of the LCD screen.• Colour : Adjusts the saturation of the LCD screen.1. Touch the Menu ( )  S

97Submenu 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

98Submenu items• Off : In the standby mode, closing the LCD screen turns off the camcorder.• 5 Min : In the standby mode, closing the LCD screen wil

99Storage InfoThis function shows you the storage information of the selected storage media (memory card), such as used and available memory space, et