Samsung Camcorder HMX-T10N English User Manual

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User Manual

HMX-T10WN

HMX-T10BN

HMX-T10ON

High Defi nition Digital Camcorderwww.samsung.com/register

For video recording, use a memory card that supports faster write speeds.

- Memory Card: A Class 6 SDHC card or above.


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SAFETY WARNINGSWhat the icons and signs in this user manual mean;

Saety Icon Meaning

WARNING

There is a potential risk o death or serious injury.

CAUTION

There is a potential risk o personal injury or damage to the product.

CAUTION

To reduce the risk o re, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury whenusing your camcorder, ollow these basic saety precautions.

Here are hints or page number reerences you will nd helpul when you

operate the camcorder.

PRECHECK! Settings required beore using a unction.

These warning signs are here to prevent injury to you and others.Please ollow them explicitly. Ater reading this section, keep it in a sae place or uturereerence.

PRECAUTIONS

Warning!When using the AC power adapter with your camcorder, connect the adapter to anoutlet with protective grounding.Do not expose the camcorder battery to direct sunlight, heaters, radiators, re, or anyother source o excessive heat.

CautionI you replace the battery with the wrong battery, you can cause an explosion. Replace only

with the same battery or an equivalent type.

I you plug the AC adapter into a 240V AC outlet, be sure to use a suitable plug adapter.

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Thank you or purchasing this SamsungCamcorder. Please read this user manualcareully beore you use the camcorder andkeep it handy or uture reerence. Shouldyour camcorder ail to operate correctly, reerto Troubleshooting.

This User Manual covers HMX-T10WN,HMX-T10BN, HMX-T10ON models.

Illustrations o model HMX-T10BN areused in this user manual.The displays in this user manual may notbe exactly the same as those you see onthe LCD screen.Designs and specications o the

camcorder and other accessories aresubject to change without any notice.In this user manual, the icon or symbol inthe parenthesis appearing in a descriptiono a submenu item indicates it willappear on the screen when setting thecorresponding item.Ex) Submenu item o Video Quality

page 50- Super Fine ( ): Records in

the Super Fine quality. (I set, thecorresponding icon ( ) will appearon the screen.)

The ollowing terms are used in thismanual:

Scene reers to the point where youpress the Record Start/Stop button tostart recording until you press again topause the recording.The terms photo and still image areused interchangeably and have the samemeaning.

This camcorder records video in H.264(MPEG4 part10/AVC) ormat and inHigh Defnition Video (HD-VIDEO) orStandard Defnition Video (SD-VIDEO).

You can play back and edit the videorecorded by the camcorder on apersonal computer using the internal

sotware o this camcorder.

Please note that this camcorder is notcompatible with other digital videoormats.

Beore recording important video, makea trial recording.Play back your trial recording to make sure

the video and audio have been recordedproperly.

Recorded contents may be lost due to amistake when handling this camcorderor memory card, etc. Samsung will notprovide compensation or damages due tothe loss o recorded contents.

Make a backup o important recordeddata.Protect your important recorded databy copying the les to a PC. We alsorecommend you copy it rom your PC toother recording media or storage. Reerto the sotware installation and USBconnection guide.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON USE

About this user manual Before using this camcorder

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Copyrights: Please note that this

camcorder is intended or individualuse only.Data recorded on the storage media inthis camcorder using other digital/analogmedia or devices is protected by theCopyright Act and cannot be used withoutpermission o the owner o the copyright,except or personal enjoyment. Even i

you record an event such as a show,perormance, or exhibition or personalenjoyment, we strongly recommend thatyou obtain permission beorehand.

We recommend you use the camcorderat least once a month to maintain itsperormance and operating lie.

Check the image resolution beoredeveloping photos.

Make sure to check all unctions o thecamcorder beore recording to preventrecording ailure.

For Open Source licenses inormation,reer to the Opensource-T10.pd in the

provided CD-ROM

All the trade names and registeredtrademarks mentioned in this manual orother documentation provided with yourSamsung product are trademarks orregistered trademarks o their respectiveholders. Furthermore, and are notmentioned in each case in this manual.

The SD logo is a trademark. The SDHClogo is a trademark.

Microsot, Windows, Windows Vista,Windows 7, and DirectX are eitherregistered trademarks or trademarks othe Microsot Corporation in the UnitedStates and/or other countries.

Intel, Core, Core 2 Duo, andPentium are the registered trademarks ortrademarks o the Intel Corporation in theUnited States and other countries.

AMD and Athlon are either registeredtrademarks or trademarks o AMD in theUnited States and other countries.

Macintosh, Mac OS are either registeredtrademarks or trademarks o Apple Inc. inthe United States and/or other countries.

YouTube is a trademark o Google Inc.

Flickr is a trademark o Yahoo.

Facebook is a trademark o Facebook Inc.

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-DenitionMultimedia Interace are trademarks orregistered trademarks o HDMI LicensingLLC.

Adobe, the Adobe logo, and AdobeAcrobat are either registered trademarksor trademarks o Adobe Systems

Incorporated in the United States and/orother countries.

Notes regarding trademarks

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WarningTo Reduce The Risk O Fire Or Electric Shock, Do Not Expose This Apparatus To Rain OrMoisture.

CautionApparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects lled with liquids, suchas vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.To disconnect the apparatus rom the mains, the plug must be pulled out rom the mainssocket, thereore the mains plug shall be readily operable.

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install inaccordance with the manuacturers instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources suchas radiators, heat registers, stoves, or otherapparatus (including ampliers) that produceheat.

9. Do not deeat the saety purpose o the polarizedor grounding-type plug. A polarized plug hastwo blades with one wider than the other. Agrounding type plug has two blades and athird grounding prong. The wide blade or thethird prong are provided or your saety. I theprovided plug does not t into your outlet,consult an electrician or replacement o theobsolete outlet.

10.Protect the power cord rom being walked onor pinched particularly at plugs, conveniencereceptacles, and the point where they exit romthe apparatus.

11.Only use attachment/accessories specied bythe manuacturer.

12.Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, ortable specied by the manuacturer,or sold with the apparatus.When a cart is used, use cautionwhen moving the cart/apparatuscombination to avoid injury rom tip-over.

13.Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or

when unused or long periods o time.14.Reer all servicing to qualied service personnel.

Servicing is required when the apparatus hasbeen damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has beenspilled or objects have allen into the apparatus,the apparatus has been exposed to rain ormoisture, does not operate normally, or has

been dropped.

important saety instructions

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.

CAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

This symbol indicates that dangerous

voltage consisting a risk o electricshock is present within this unit.

This symbol indicates that there areimportant operating and maintenanceinstructions in the literatureaccompanying this unit.

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15.Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or

splashing and no objects lled with liquids, suchas vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

16.VENTILATION:Slots and openings in the cabinet are providedor ventilation to ensure reliable operationo the CAMCORDER and to protect it romoverheating. These openings must notbe blocked or covered. Never place yourCAMCORDER on a bed, soa, rug, or othersimilar surace: on or near a radiator or heatregister. This CAMCORDER should not beplaced in a built-in installation such as abookcase or rack unless proper ventilation isprovided or the manuacturers instructions havebeen adhered to.

17.POWER SOURCES:The CAMCORDER should be operated only rom

the type o power source indicated on the label.I you are not sure o the type o power supplyat your home, consult your appliance dealeror local power company. A CAMCORDER isintended to be operated rom battery power, orother sources, reer to the operating instructions.

18.GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION:This CAMCORDER may be equipped with

either a polarized 2-wire AC line plug (a plughaving one blade wider than the other) or a3-wire grounding type plug, a plug having a third(grounding) pin. I you are unable to insert theplug ully into the outlet, try reversing the plug.I the plug still ails to t, contact your electricianto replace your outlet. Do not deeat the saetypurpose o the polarized plug.

19.POWER-CORD PROTECTION:Power-supply cords should be routed so thatthey are not likely to be walked on or pinchedby items placed upon or against them, payingparticular attention to cords or plugs, convenientreceptacles, and the point where they exit romthe unit.

20.OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING:

CAMCORDER, be sure the antenna or cablesystem is grounded to provide some protectionagainst voltage surges and built-up staticcharges, Section 810 o the National ElectricalCode, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, providesinormation with respect to proper grounding othe mast and supporting structure, groundingo the lead-in wire and supporting structure,grounding o the mast and supporting structure,

grounding o the lead-in wire to an antennadischarge unit, size o grounding to conductors,location o antenna-discharge unit, connectionto grounding electrodes and requirements orthe grounding electrode. See gure below.

21.LIGHTNING:For added protection o this CAMCORDERduring a lightning storm or when it is letunattended and unused or long periods o time,unplug it rom the wall outlet and disconnectthe antenna or cable system. This will preventdamage to the CAMCORDER due to lightningand powerline surges.

22.POWER LINES:An outside antenna system should not belocated in the vicinity o overhead power linesor other electric light or power circuits where itcan all into such power lines or circuits. Wheninstalling an outside antenna system, extremecare should be taken to keep rom touchingsuch power lines or circuits as contact withthem might be atal.


GROUNDING CONDUCTORS

(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDINGELECTRODE SYSTEM(NEC ART 250, PART H)

NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ELECTRICSERVICE

EQUIPMENT

GROUND

CLAMP

ANTENNA

LEAD INWIRE

ANTENNADISCHARGE UNIT(NEC SECTION 810-20)

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23.OVERLOADING:Do not overload wall outlets and extensioncords as this can result in a risk o fre or electricshock.

24.OBJECTS AND LIQUIDS:

Never push objects o any kind into thisCAMCORDER through openings as they maytouch dangerous voltage points or short outa part that could result in a fre or electricshock. Never spill liquids o any kind onto theCAMCORDER. Should spillage occur, unplugunit and have it checked by a technician beoreuse.

25.SERVICING:Do not attempt to service this CAMCORDERyoursel. Opening or removing covers mayexpose you to dangerous voltage or otherhazards. Reer all servicing to qualifed servicepersonnel.

26.DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE:Unplug this CAMCORDER rom the wall outletand reer servicing to qualifed service personnel

under the ollowing conditions:a. When the power-supply cord or plug is

damaged.b. I any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects

have allen into the CAMCORDER.c. I the CAMCORDER has been exposed to

rain or water.d. I the CAMCORDER does not operate

normally by ollowing the operatinginstructions, adjust only those controls thatare covered by the operating instructions.Improper adjustment o other controls mayresult in damage and will oten requireextensive work by a qualifed technicianto restore the CAMCORDER to its normaloperation.

e. I the CAMCORDER has been dropped or

the cabinet has been damaged.f. When the CAMCORDER exhibits a distinct

change in perormance, this indicates a needor service.

27.REPLACEMENT PARTS:When replacement parts are required, be surethe service technician has used replacementparts specifed by the manuacturer and havingthe same characteristics as the original part.Unauthorized substitutions may result in fre,electric shock or other hazards.

28.SAFETY CHECK:Upon completion o any service or repairs tothis CAMCORDER, ask the service technicianto perorm saety checks to determine that theCAMCORDER is in sae operating order.

29.To prevent damage which may result in fre orshock hazard, do not expose this appliance torain or moisture.

30.I this power supply is used at 240V ac, asuitable plug adaptor should be used.

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USER INSTALLER CAUTION:

Your authority to operate this FCC certiedequipment could be voided i you make changes ormodications not expressly approved by this partyresponsible or compliance to part 15 FCC rules.

NOTE:

Hg LAMP(S) INSIDE THIS PRODUCT CONTAINMERCURY AND MUST BE RECYCLED ORDISPOSED OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL,

STATE OR FEDERAL LAWS. For detailssee lamprecycle.org, eiae.org, or call1-800-Samsung (7267864)

NOTE:This equipment has been tested and ound tocomply with the limits or a Class B digital device,pursuant to part 15 o the FCC Rules.These limits are designed to provide reasonableprotection against harmul intererence in aresidential installation.This equipment generates, uses and can radiateradio requency energy and, i not installed and usedin accordance with the instructions, may causeharmul intererence to radio communications.However, there is no guarantee that intererence willnot occur in a particular installation.I this equipment does cause harmul intererenceto radio or television reception, which can bedetermined by turning the equipment o and on, theuser is encouraged to try to correct the intererenceby one or more o the ollowing measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.- Increase the separation between the equipmentand receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on acircuit dierent rom that to which the receiver isconnected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TVtechnician or help and or additional suggestions.The user may nd the ollowing booklet prepared

by the Federal Communications Commissionhelpul: How to Identiy and Resolve Radio-TV Intererence Problems. This Booklet isavailable rom the U.S. Government PrintingOce, Washington, D.C. 20402, Stock No.004-000-00345-4.

FCCWarningThe user is cautioned that changes or modications

not expressly approved by the manuacturer couldvoid the users authority to operate the equipment.This device complies with Part 15 o FCC Rules.Operation is subject to the ollowing two conditions;(1) This device may not cause harmul intererence,

and(2) This device must accept any intererence

received, including intererence that may causeundesired operation.

CALIFORNIA USA ONLYThis Perchlorate warning applies only toprimary CR (Manganese Dioxide) Lithium coin

cells in the product sold or distributed ONLYin Caliornia USA Perchlorate Material - special handling mayapply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.


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The saety precautions illustrated below are to prevent personal injury or material damages.

Heed all instructions careully.

WARNING

No sand or dust! Fine sand ordust entering the camcorder orAC power adaptor could causemalunctions or deects.

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Do not bend the power cord ordamage the AC power adaptor bypressing on it with a heavy object.There may be a risk o re or

electric shock.

Do not use the AC adaptor i it hasdamaged, split or broken cords orwires. Doing so may cause re or

electric shock.

No oil! Oil entering the camcorderor AC power adaptor could causeelectric shock, malunctions ordeects.

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Do not disconnect the AC adaptorby pulling on its power-cord, as this

could damage the power-cord.

Do not allow water or metal andinfammable matter to enter thecamcorder or AC power adaptor.Doing so may pose a re hazard.

Do not overload outlets orextension cords as this mayresult in abnormal heat or re.

Using the camcorder attemperatures over 60 (140)may result in re. Keeping thebattery at a high temperaturemay cause an explosion.

Do not aim the camcorder directlyinto the sun. Doing so could causeeye injuries, as well as lead tomalunctioning o internal parts othe product.

Prohibited action. Do not touch the product.

Do not disassemble theproduct.

This precaution must beollowed.

Unplug rom the power supply.

WARNING

Means that there is a potentialrisk o serious personal injury.

CAUTION

Means that there is a potentialrisk o personal injury ordamage to the product.

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Do not connect the AC adaptor unlessthe plug can be fully inserted with no

part of the blades exposed.

Do not dispose o the battery in a

re as it may explode.

Never use cleaning fuid or similarchemicals to clean the camcorder.Do not spray cleaners directly on

the camcorder.

diulfgninaelc

Do not attempt to disassemble,repair, or modiy the camcorder or

the AC adaptor to avoid a risk ore or electric shock.

Keep the camcorder away romwater when using it near the beachor pool or when it rains. There is arisk o malunction or electric shock.

I the camcorder malunctions,immediately detach the AC adaptor

or battery rom the camcorder.There is a risk o re or injury.

Keep the power-cord unpluggedwhen not in use or during lightningstorms. There is a risk o re.

Do not plug or unplug the powercord with wet hands. There is a risko electric shock.

When cleaning the AC adaptor,unplug the power-cord. There isa risk o malunction or electricshock.

Keep the used lithium battery ormemory card out o the reacho children. I the lithium batteryor memory card is swallowedby a child, consult physicianimmediately.

I the camcorder emits an abnormalsound, or smell or smokes, unplugthe power-cord immediately andrequest service rom a Samsungservice center. There is a risk o reor personal injury.

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CAUTION

Do not press the surace o theLCD with orce, or hit it with a sharpobject. I you push the LCD surace,

display unevenness may occur.

Do not expose the camcorder tosudden changes in temperature orhigh humidity. There is also a risk odeect or electric shock when usingoutdoors during lightning storms.

Do not use the camcorder in directsunlight or near heating equipment.This may cause a malunction orinjury.

Do not drop or expose thecamcorder, battery, AC adaptor,or other accessories to severevibrations or impact. This may

cause a malunction or injury.

Do not expose the camcorder toinsecticide. Insecticide entering thecamcorder could cause the productto operate abnormally. Turn thecamcorder o and cover it with vinylsheet, etc. beore using insecticide.

EDICITCESNI

Do not use the camcorder near denseexhaust gas generated by gasoline ordiesel engines, or near a corrosive gassuch as hydrogen sulphide. Doing somay corrode the external or internalterminals, disabling normal operation.

Do not leave the camcorder ina closed vehicle or a long time,where the temperature is very high.

Do not expose the camcorder tosoot or steam. Thick soot or steamcould damage the camcorder caseor cause a malunction.

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Do not use the camcorder on atripod (not supplied) in a placewhere it is subject to severe

vibrations or impact.

Do not place the camcorder withthe open LCD screen down.

Do not wipe the camcorder bodywith benzene or thinner. Theexterior coating could peel o orthe surace could deteriorate.

Do not leave the LCD screen openwhen not using the camcorder.

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saety inormation

Only plug the adaptor plug into a socketthat is easily accessible. If any problemoccurs with the product, you must pullthe plug out of the socket to disconnectthe power completely. Turning off thepower button on the product does notcompletely disconnect the power.

Use Samsung-approved accessories

only. Using products rom othermanuacturers may causeoverheating, re, explosion, electricshock or personal injuries caused byabnormal operation.

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Place the camcorder on a stablesurace that is well ventilated.

Keep important data separately.Samsung is not responsible ordata loss.

Do not use the camcorder near sourcesof strong radio waves or magnetismsuch as speakers or large motors. Noisefrom these sources could distort the

video or audio you are recording.

Do not use the camcorder near a TVor radio: This could cause distortionon the TV screen or intererence in

the radio broadcasts.

Do not hold the camcorder by theLCD monitor when liting it. TheLCD screen could detach and the

camcorder may all.

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QUICKSTARTGUIDE

07GETTINGTOKNOWTHE

CAMCORDER

11GETTINGSTARTED

17BASICOPERATIONOFTHECAMCORDER

22FIRSTTIMESETTINGS

26GETTINGREADYTOSTARTRECORDING

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contents07 You can record videos in H.264 ormat!

11 Whats included with your camcorder12 Location o controls14 Identiying the screen displays

17 Inserting/ejecting the battery18 Charging the battery19 Checking the battery state

22 Turning your camcorder on/o23 Switching to the power saving mode24 Setting the operation modes24 Using the Display( ) button25 Using the touch panel

26 Setting the time zone and date/time orthe rst time

27 Selecting the languages

28 Inserting / ejecting a memory card(not supplied)

29 Selecting a suitable memory card(not supplied)

31 Recordable time and capacity32 Using the hand strap32 Adjusting the LCD screen33 Basic camcorder positioning 3


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34 Recording videos

36 Capturing photos during video recording37 Recording photos38 Recording with ease or beginners

(smart auto)39 Zooming

40 Changing the playback mode41 Playing back videos

43 Viewing photos

45 Handling menus and quick menus46 Menu items48 Quick menu items

49 SCENE50 Video Resolution50 Video Quality51 Photo Resolution

51 Photo Sharpness52 White Balance53 Aperture54 Shutter55 EV55 Super C.Nite56 Back Light57 Focus

58 Anti-Shake (OIS: Optical Image Stabilizer)59 Digital Eect60 Fader61 Tele Macro62 Cont. Shot62 Wind Cut63 Digital Zoom63 Sel Timer

64 Quick View65 Guideline

contentsBASICRECORDING

34BASICPLAYBACK

40USINGTHEMENUITEMS

45ADVANCEDRECORDING

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66 Play Option

67 Highlight68 Slide Show Option68 File Ino

69 Deleting les70 Protection rom accidental erasure71 Dividing a video72 Combining videos

73 Setting menu items74 Card Ino

74 Format75 File No.75 Time Zone76 Date/Time Set76 Date Type76 Time Type77 Date/Time Display77 LCD Brightness78 Auto LCD O79 Beep Sound79 Shutter Sound80 Auto Power O81 Quick On STBY82 PC Sotware82 USB Connect

83 HDMI TV Out83 TV Connect Guide84 TV Display84 Deault Set85 Language85 Demo86 Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)

ADVANCEDPLAYBACK

66EDITINGFILES

69SYSTEMSETTING

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contentsCONNECTINGTOATV

87DUBBINGVIDEOS

91PRINTINGPHOTOS

92USINGWITHAWINDOWSCOMPUTER

94TROUBLESHOOTINGMAINTENANCE&ADDITIONALINFORMATION

SPECIFICATIONS

87 Connecting to a high denition TV with

HDMI89 Connecting to a regular TV90 Viewing on a TV screen

91 Dubbing to a VCR or DVD/HDD recorder

92 Direct printing with a PictBridge printer

94 What you can do with a windows computer95 Using the Intelli-studio program100 Using as a removable storage device

102 Warning indicators and messages107 Symptoms and solutions

113 Maintenance114 Using your camcorder abroad

115 Specications

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quick start guideThis quick start guide introduces the basic operation and eatures o your camcorder. See the

reerence pages or more inormation.You can record videos in H.264 ormat!You can record videos in H.264 ormat that is convenient to email and share with your riendsand amily. You can also take photos with your camcorder.

STEP 1: Get ready

1. Insert the battery to the camcorder.page 17Make sure that the SAMSUNG logo is acing upand the battery is placed as shown in the gure.

2. Charge the battery ully. page 18The battery is ully charged when the CHG(charging) indicator light turns green.

3. Insert a memory card. page 28You can use commercially available SDHC (SDHigh Capacity) or SD memory cards with thiscamcorder.

STEP 2: Record with your camcorder

LCD screenYour camcorder turns on when you open the LCD screen.

Zoom(W/T) lever

MODE button/Mode indicator

Recording start/stop button

PHOTO button

Zoom (W/T)button


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Your camcorder uses advanced H.264compression technology to give you theclearest video quality.

1. Open the LCD screen.

2. Press the Recording start/stopbutton.To stop recording, press theRecording start/stop button.

1. Open the LCD screen.

2. Press the PHOTO button lightly toadjust the ocus.

3. Fully press the PHOTO button when

the subject is in ocus.

quick start guide

Recording videos Recording photos

The deault video resolution setting is 1080/60i. You can also record in SD (standardde nition) video quality.You can also take photos while recording videos. page 36

When you close the LCD screen during standby, your camcorder goes to Quick On STBY

mode (power saving mode). You can start recording quickly when you open the LCD screen.page 81

Using Quick On STBY by opening/closing the LCD screen.

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STEP 3: Play back videos or photos

STEP 4: Save recorded videos or photos

You can also play back videos on an SD (standard de nition) image quality TV. page 89

Viewing videos or photos on the LCD screen

You can nd recordings quickly by using the thumbnail index view.

1. Touch the Play ( ) tab on the screen in STBY mode.

2. Touch the thumbnail ( HD / SD / ) tab, then touch the desired image.

Viewing on a high def nition TV

You can enjoy HD (high de nition) videos on an HDTV.page 87

Simple and un! Enjoy the various eatures o the internalIntelli-studio program on your Windows computer.

Using the Intelli-studio program built into your camcorder, youcan import videos/photos into your computer and edit or sharethe videos/photos with your riends and amily. For details, seepages 94-101

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STEP 5: Delete videos or photos

quick start guide

Importing and viewing videos/photos rom thecamcorder to your PC

1. Launch the Intelli-studio program byconnecting the camcorder to your PC with aUSB cable.

A new le saving screen appears with the

Intelli-studio main window. Click Yes, andthe uploading procedure starts.

2. The new les are saved to your PC andregistered to Contents Manager on theIntelli-studio program.

You can arrange the les by dierent criteriasuch as Face, Date, etc.

3. Double-click on the le you would like toplayback.

Sharing videos/photos on YouTube/Flickr/FaceBook

Share your contents with the world by uploading videos and photos directly to a website with one click.Click Share Upload tab on the browser. page 99

I the storage media is ull, you cannot record new videos or photos. Delete videos orphotos that you have saved to a computer rom the camcorders storage media. Thenyou can record new videos or photos on newly reed up space.

Touch the Play ( ) tab

Menu ( ) tab

Delete on the LCD screen.

page 69

Intelli-studio runs automatically ater you connect your camcorder to a Windows computer iyou have set PC Sotware: On in the Settings menu. page 82

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WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH YOUR CAMCORDER

Your new camcorder comes with the ollowing accessories. I any o these items is missing romyour box, call Samsungs Customer Care Center.

Model name Color Memory card slot LCD screen Lens

HMX-T10WNHMX-T10BN

HMX-T10ON

WhiteBlack

Orange

Yes Color /Touch panel10x (Optical)100x (Digital)

Although some eatures o the models are dierent, they operate in thesame way.

Battery(BP125A)

(AD43-00197A)

AC power adaptor(AA-MA9 type)(AD44-00151A)

Audio/Video cable(AD39-00184A)

USB cable(AD39-00169A)

Hand strap

(AD63-04924A)

User manual CD

(AD46-00355A)

Quick start guide

(AD68-05486A)

The exact appearance o each item may vary by model.The contents may vary depending on the sales region.Parts and accessories can be purchased ater consulting with your local Samsung dealer.SAMSUNG is not responsible or reduced battery lie time or malunctions caused by anyunauthorized use o accessories such as the AC power adaptor or the batteries.A memory card is not included. See page 29 or memory cards compatible with your camcorder.Your camcorder includes the user manual CD and the printed quick start guide.

getting to know the camcorder

Checking your accessories

Mini HDMI cable

(AD39-00159A)

Optional accessories

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Front/Left

LOCATION OF CONTROLS

During a recording, be careul not to block the internal microphone and lens.


TFT LCD screen

(Touch screen)

Q.MENU button

Zoom (W/T) button


Power button

Display button

SMART AUTO button

Internal speaker

Lens

Internal microphone

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Rear/Right/Top/Bottom

Recordingstart/stop

button

MODE button /Mode indicator

: Record mode(Video/Photo)

: Play mode

Zoom (W/T) lever PHOTO button

Hand strap hook Jack cover (USB, HDMI, AV)

USB, HDMI, AV(Audio/Video) jack

Jack cover (DC IN)

Charging (CHG) indicator

DC IN jack

Tripod receptacle

Battery/Memory card cover

Memory card slot

Battery slot

Battery release switch

OPEN/CLOSE switch

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IDENTIFYING THE SCREEN DISPLAYSThe available unctions vary depending on the operation mode youve selected. Dierent indicators appeardepending on the setting values.

PRECHECK!

This On Screen Display (OSD) is shown in the record ( ) mode only.Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button.page 24

Record mode


Settings o unctions marked with * are not retained when the camcorder is turned o.The on-screen indicators are based on an 32GB SDHC memory card capacity.The screen above is an example and may dier rom the actual display.For warning indicators and messages, see pages 102~106The illustrated items above and their positions can be changed without notice to improve perormance.

The total number o recordable photos is based on available space on the storage media.The largest number the OSD Image Counter can display is 9,999.This camcorder provides one record mode which combines the video and photo record modes. You can easily record videos or photos inthe same mode without having to change it.

Let o the LCD screen

Indicator Meaning

/ Record mode (Video/Photo)

STBY / /Operating status (standby/recording)/ Sel Timer*

/ / SCENE / Smart Auto / Digital Eect

, White Balance, Fader*

, Manual ocus*, Touch Point*

F2 /S.1/60

/

Manual aperture* / Manual shutter* /Super C.Nite

- 0.3 EV (Exposure Value)*

Play tab

Center o the LCD screen

Indicator Meaning

00:00:00 Time counter (video recording time)

Card FullWarning indicators and messages

[307Min] Remaining recordable time

Optical zoom / Digital zoom bar

Time Zone (visit)

JAN/01/2010 12:00AM Date/Time

Right o the LCD screen

Indicator Meaning

Storage media (Memory card)

Battery ino. (remaining charge level)

9999, ,

,

Image counter (total number orecordable photo images),Photo Resolution, Video Quality,Video Resolution

Anti-shake(OIS)

, Tele Macro*, Back Light

, Cont. Shot, Wind Cut

Photo Sharpness

Menu tab

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9999

JAN/01/2010 12:00AM

F2

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0.3

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PRECHECK!

This On Screen Display (OSD) is shown in video play ( HD / SD ) mode only.Select the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the video play ( HD / SD ) mode. page 40

Video play mode

The play related tab, the volume control, and the return tab appear brief y on the screen.They reappear when you touch the screen anywhere.

For warning indicators and messages, see pages 102~106

Top o the LCD screen

Indicator Meaning

Video play mode

, Operating status (play/pause)

00:00:05/00:00:50 Playback time/recorded time

Storage media (Memory card)

Battery ino. (remaining charge level)

Play Option

100_0001 File name ( le number)

, Video Quality, Video Resolution

Protect


Bottom o the LCD screen

Indicator Meaning

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Volume control

/Volume tab / Play related unctiontab (rame advance)

Return tabPlay related unction tab (skip/search/pause/playback/slowplayback)

Menu tab

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00:00:05/00:00:50

100_0001

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getting to know the camcorderPRECHECK!

This On Screen Display (OSD) is shown in photo play ( ) mode only.Select the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the photo play ( ) mode.page 40

Photo play mode

Top o the LCD screen

Indicator Meaning

Photo play mode

/ X1.1 Slide show / Playback zoom (X1.1~X8.0)

100_0001 File name ( le number)

1/10Photo image counter (current image /total number o recorded images)

Storage media (memory card)

Battery ino.

Erase protection

Photo resolution


Bottom o the LCD screen

Indicator Meaning

Volume tab (when activating slide show)

Return tab

Previous image/Next image tab

Slide show start tab

Menu tab

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100_0001

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INSERTING/EJECTING THE BATTERY

Purchase extra batteries to allow continuous use o your camcorder.

Samsung is not responsible or problems that are caused by using unapproved batteries. I you use

batteries rom other manuacturers, there is a danger o overheating, re, or explosion.

To insert the battery

getting started

1. Open the battery cover by sliding theOPEN/CLOSE switch toward OPEN.

2. Insert the battery into the battery slot untilit locks.

Make sure that the SAMSUNG logo isacing up and the battery is placed asshown in the gure.

3. Close the battery cover by sliding theOPEN/CLOSE switch toward CLOSE.

1. Open the battery cover by sliding theOPEN/CLOSE switch toward OPEN.

2. Slide the Battery release switch in thedirection as shown in the gure.

3. Close the battery cover by sliding theOPEN/CLOSE switch toward CLOSE.

To eject the battery

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When charging, i both the USB cable and AC power adaptor are connected, the AC power adaptor willoverride the USB.You cannot operate the camcorder using USB power only. Use the power adaptor or battery to power thecamcorder.USB charging time may depend on the type o USB host on your PC.

I you use the camcorder while you are charging the battery, charging may take longer.

getting startedCHARGING THE BATTERY

You can charge the battery using the AC power adaptor or the USB cable.

PRECHECK!

Insert the battery into the camcorder. page 17To charge, use the supplied AC power adaptor or the USB cable.

Charge the battery using the AC power adaptor or the USB cable.The charging (CHG) indicator lights up and charging starts. Ater the battery is ully charged,the charging (CHG) indicator turns green.

Please make sure that there are no oreign substances in the plug and socket when you connect the ACpower supply to the camcorder.

To charge the battery

Using the AC power adaptor

Connect the AC power adaptor to the camcorder

properly, and then plug the AC Power adaptor in the

wall outlet.

Using the USB cable

Connect the USB cable to the camcorder properly,

and then connect the other end to a USB port o a

PC.

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Available running time for the battery

Battery type BP125A

Charging timeUsing the AC power adaptor: approx. 120 min.

Using the USB cable: approx. 270 min.

Video resolution HD SD

Continuous recording time Approx. 110 min. Approx. 120 min.

Playback time Approx. 140 min. Approx. 160 min.

Charging time: Approximate time in minutes required to ully charge a completely exhaustedbattery.Recording/Playback time: Approximate time available when you have ully charged thebattery.HD stands or high defnition image quality and SD stands or standard image quality.

The time is only or reerence. Times shown above are measured under Samsungs testconditions. Your times may dier, depending on your usage and conditions.The recording and playback times will be shorter when you use your camcorder in lowtemperatures.

Continuous Recording (without zoom)

The continuous recording time above shows the available recording time when you recordwithout using any other unction ater recording starts.The battery may discharge 2-3 times aster than this reerence i you use the record start/stop,the zoom, and the play unctions. Prepare additional batteries with the expectation that theactual recording time is about 1/3 to 1/2 o the times listed above.

Using an AC power source

We recommend that you use the AC power adaptor to power the camcorder rom a householdAC outlet when recording and playing the camcorder indoors. The connection is the same asthat or battery charging. page 18

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Be sure to use the included AC power adaptor to power the camcorder. Using other AC poweradaptors could cause electric shock or result in re.You can use the AC power adaptor around the world. An AC plug adaptor is required in someoreign countries. I you need one, purchase it rom your distributor.The charging time will vary depending on the charge remaining in the battery.The battery is charged over 95% ater about 2 hours, and the indicator color changes to green. It

takes about 2 hours and 40 minutes or the battery to charge 100%.

Make sure to turn o the camcorder beore disconnecting the AC power adaptor. Otherwise, youcan damage the storage media or data.Use a nearby wall outlet when using the AC power adaptor. Disconnect the AC power adaptorrom the wall outlet immediately i any malunction occurs while using your camcorder.Do not place the AC Adaptor in a conned space when you use it, such as between a wall and a

piece o urniture.

Battery PropertiesA lithium-ion battery is small-sized and has a high capacity. Low ambient temperature (below 50F(10C)) may shorten its usage time and aect its unction. Beore recording in low temperatures, putthe battery into your pocket to warm it, then install it in the camcorder.

Make sure to store the battery separately ater use.- A small amount o battery power is consumed when the battery is stored in the camcorder eveni the camcorder power is o.

- The battery may be completely discharged, i it has been installed and let in the camcorder or along period o time. I this occurs, the battery may not ully operate even i you charge it.

- I the battery is not used or a long time, ully charge the battery and then, using your camcorder,drain the charge completely once every 3 months to keep the battery unctioning properly. Tostore the battery, remove it rom your camcorder and put it in a cool, dry place.

Charge an extra battery beore using the camcorder outdoors in cold temperatures.- The cold temperature may shorten the length o time you can use the battery beore needing to

recharge it.- Carry the supplied AC power adaptor to charge the battery while travelling.Check whether the battery terminal is damaged i the battery alls or is dropped.- I you install a battery with the damaged terminal into the camcorder, you can damage the

camcorder.Remove the battery and the memory card rom the camcorder and disconnect the AC poweradaptor ater use.

- Store the battery in a stable, cool and dry place.(Recommended temperature : 59F ~ 77F (15C~ 25C), recommended humidity: 40%~ 60%)

- Temperatures that are too high or too low shorten the battery lietime.- The battery terminals can become rusty or malunction i the battery is stored in a smoky or dusty

location.Recyle or dispose o your dead batteries properly.The battery lietime is limited.- Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use. I decreased usage time

between charges becomes signicant, it is probably time to replace the battery with a new one.- Each batterys lie is aected by storage, operating, and environmental conditions.

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The camcorder operates the sel-diagnosis unction when powered on. I a warning messageappears, reer to warning indicators and messages (pages 102~106) and take corrective actions.I you close the LCD screen when the power is on, the power saving mode activates. page 23The camcorder turns on automatically i connecting the AC power adaptor or inserting the batteryto the camcorder with the LCD screen open.

basic operation of the camcorderTURNING YOUR CAMCORDER ON/OFF

1. Open the LCD screen to turn on thecamcorder.

Your camcorder turns onautomatically when you open theLCD screen.

2. To turn o the camcorder, press the

Power ( ) button or about onesecond.

When you use your camcorder or the rst time or reset it, the time zone screen appears at start-up.Select your geographical location, and then set the date and time. page 26I you do not set the date and time, the time zone screen appears every time you turn on the camcorder.

When using this camcorder or the f rst time

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I you need to use the camcorder or an extended time, the ollowing unctions enable you toprevent unnecessary energy consumption.

Quick On STBY Mode in the STBY modeThe camcorder switches to "Quick On STBY"mode when you close the LCD screen.page 81

Sleep mode in the Play mode (includes the thumbnail index view)

The camcorder switches to the sleep mode when you close the LCD screen and then, i idleor more than 20 minutes, the camcorder turns o. However, i Auto Power O: 5 Min isset, the camcorder turns o in 5 minutes.I you open the LCD screen or connect a cable to the camcorder when the camcorder is insleep mode, the camcorder returns to the last active operation mode.

The power saving mode does not work in the ollowing situations:- When the camcorder has a cable connection. (Audio/Video cable, Mini HDMI, or USB, etc.)- While recording, playing back, or while running a slideshow.- When the LCD screen is opened.The camcorder consumes less battery power in the power saving mode. However, i you plan touse the camcorder or an extended time, we recommend you turn o the camcorder by pressing

the Power ( ) button when not using it.

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SETTING THE OPERATION MODES

You switch the operating mode in the ollowing order each time you press the MODE button.Record mode ( ) Play mode ( ).

Each time the operation mode changes, the respective mode indicator lights turn on.Touching the Play ( ) tab in the record mode switches the operation mode to the play mode.

This camcorder provides one record mode which combines the video and photo record modes.You can easily record videos or photos in the same mode without having to change modes.

Warning indicators and messages may appear depending on the recording conditions.

The Display ( ) button does not work when the menu or quick menu screen is being displayed.

Press the Display( ) button.The ull and minimum display modes alternate.

Switching the information display mode


MODE button / Mode indicators(Record mode):

To record videos or photos.(Play mode):

To play videos or photos, or edit them.

Full display mode

USING THE DISPLAY( ) BUTTON

When the power is on, press the Display ( ) button to display or hide the on-screeninormation or not.

Minimum display mode

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Play tab

STBY 0

0:00:00

[307Min]

9999

STBYSTBY 00:00:00 [307Min]

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Do not place a protective lm on the LCD screen.I you leave a lm attached to the LCD screen or a long time, strong adhesion between the lm andthe surace o the screen may cause a malunction o the touch panel.

Be careul not to accidentally press the buttons near the LCD panel while using the touch panel.The tabs and indicators that appear on the LCD screen depend on the current recording/playbackstatus o your camcorder.The camcorder does not recognize touches i you touch more than two points on the screen at thesame time. Touch one point at a time.

Touch

Slightly touch items with your nger to selectthem or to execute unctions.

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The touch panel lets you playbackand record with a simple touch o your nger. Place your hand on the rearside o the LCD screen, then touchthe items displayed on the screen.

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f rst time settingsSETTING THE TIME ZONE AND DATE/TIME

FOR THE FIRST TIMESet the date and time o your local area when you turn on thecamcorder or the rst time.

1. Open the LCD screen to turn on the camcorder.The time zone (Home) screen appears displaying settings orLisbon and London (Greenwich Mean Time).

2. Select your local area on the map by touching the let ( ) or right( ) tab on the LCD screen, and then press the ( ) tab.

The Date/Time Set screen appears.

3. Touch the date and time inormation, and then change the settingvalues by using the up ( ) or down ( ) tabs.

4. Make sure the clock is correctly set, and then touch the ( ) tab.

The message Date/Time Set appears.

You can set the year up to 2037, based on the Home item.Set Date/Time Display to On. page 77Activating the ( ) icon moves the time orward by 1 hour.

Your camcorder includes a internal rechargeable battery that retains the date and time settings evenater the power is turned o.

I the battery is depleted, the current date/time values are reset to the deault values. I this occurs, youneed to recharge the internal rechargeable battery (see below), and then re-set the current date and time.

The internal battery is always recharged while your camcorder is connected to the AC power or whilethe battery is attached.I you have not used the camcorder or about 2 weeks and you have not connected the AC poweror the battery to it, the internal battery ully discharges. I this occurs, charge the internal battery byconnecting the camcorder to the supplied AC adaptor or 24 hours.

Internalrechargeablebattery

Chargingtheinternalrechargeablebattery

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Date/Time Set

Month

Hr Min

Year Day

/

:

2010

12 00 AM

01 01Date/Time Set

JAN/01/2010 12:00AM

Home

[GMT 00:00] JAN/01/2010 12:00AM

London,Lisbon

Date/Time Set

Day

Hr Min

Month Year

/

:

JAN

12 00 AM

01 2010/

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You can select the language o the menu or messages displayed on the LCD screen.The camcorder retains the language setting even when you turn it o.

1. Touch the Menu ( )

Setting ( ) tab.2. Touch the up ( )/down ( ) tab until Language appears.

3. Touch Language, and then touch the desired OSD language.

4. Touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab to complete the setting.The camcorder displays the menus and messages in thelanguage you selected.

Language options may be changed without a prior notice.

The camcorder retains the language you select even when not connected to the battery or ACpower.The date and time ormat may change depending on the language you selected.

Supported languages

English Portugus Polski

Nederlands etina Srpski

Franais Svenska Slovensky Hrvatski Trke

Deutsch Suomi Magyar Italiano Norsk Romn

Espaol Dansk

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English

Franais

Deutsch

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To insert a memory card

1. Open the memory card cover by slidingthe OPEN/CLOSE switch toward OPEN.

2. Insert the memory card into the card slotuntil it sotly clicks.

Make sure that the camcorder isplaced as shown above and the term-inal portion o the card is acing up.

3. Close the memory card cover by slidingthe OPEN/CLOSE switch toward CLOSE.

To eject a memory card

1. Open the memory card cover by slidingthe OPEN/CLOSE switch toward OPEN.

2. Gently push the memory card to eject it.

3. Close the memory card cover by slidingthe OPEN/CLOSE switch toward CLOSE.

INSERTING / EJECTING A MEMORY CARD

(NOT SUPPLIED)

To avoid data loss, turn o the camcorder by pressing the Power ( ) button or one secondbeore inserting or ejecting the memory card.Be careul not to push the memory card too hard. The memory card may suddenly pop out.

Your camcorder supports only SD (Secure Digital) and SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) cards.

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(NOT SUPPLIED)

Compatible memory cards

You can use SD (Secure Digital) andSDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity)

cards with this camcorder.We recommend you use an SDHC (Secure

Digital High Capacity) card.This camcorder supports SD cards up

to 2GB. We cannot guarantee normal

operation with SD cards bigger than 2GB.MMC (Multi Media Card) and MMC Plus

are not supported.

Compatible memory card capacity:SD: 1GB ~ 2GB

SDHC: 4GB ~ 32GB

Use compatible memory card brands.

Others are not guaranteed to work. A listo compatible brands is below:

- SDHC/SD cards: Panasonic, SanDisk,TOSHIBA

For video recording, use a memory cardthat supports aster write speeds (above

SDHC Class 6 card).

SD/SDHC memory cards have amechanical write-protection switch.

Setting the switch prevents accidental

erasure o les recorded on the card. Toenable writing, move the switch up in the

direction o the terminals. To set write

protection, move the switch down.

SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) cards

An SDHC card is a higher version(Ver. 2.00) o the SD card and supports

capacities above 2GB.

SDHC cards cannot be used with currentSD enabled host devices.

Common cautions or memory cards

Damaged data may not be recoverable.

We recommend you make a back-up o

important data separately on the hard disko your PC.

Turning the power o or removing a

memory card during an operation such

as ormatting, deleting, recording, andplayback may cause data loss.

I you modiy the name o a le or olderstored in the memory card with your PC,your camcorder may not recognize the

modied le.

Protectiontab

Terminals

Terminals

Protectiontab

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g g y gHandling a memory card

We recommend that you power o beoreinserting or removing the memory card toavoid data loss.We can not guarantee that you can usememory cards ormatted by other devices.When you ormat a card, be sure to ormatthe memory card using this camcorder.You must ormat newly-purchased

memory cards, memory cards with datathat your camcorder cannot recognize,and cards with data saved by otherdevices. Note that ormatting erases alldata on the memory card.I you cannot use a memory card that hasbeen used with another device, ormat itwith your camcorder. Note that ormatting

erases all inormation on the memory card.A memory card has a certain lie span. Iyou cannot record new data, you have topurchase a new memory card.Do not bend, drop, or subject the card tostrong impacts.Do not place oreign substances on thememory card terminals. Use a sot drycloth to clean the terminals i required.Do not paste anything other than the labelprovided with the card on the label pastingarea o the card.Do not use a damaged memory card.Be careul to keep the memory card out othe reach o children, who might swallow it.

ThecamcordersupportsSDand

SDHCmemorycards,givingyouawiderchoiceofcardstochoosefrom!The data storage speed may dier,depending on the manuacturer andproduction system.

SLC (single level cell) system: asterwrite speed enabled.MLC (multi level cell) system: only

lower write speed is supported.For best results, we recommend using amemory card that supports a aster writespeed.Using a lower write speed memory cardor recording video may cause dicultieswhen storing.You may even lose your video data duringthe recording.In an attempt to preserve every bit o therecorded video, the camcorder orciblystores the video on the memory card anddisplays a warning:Low speed card. Please record at alower resolution.

I you are unavoidably using a low speedmemory card, the resolution and qualityo the recording may be lower than thevalue you set. page 50The higher the video resolution andquality, the more memory the camcorderuses.

Samsung is not responsible or data loss due to misuse, including loss caused by any PC virus.We recommend using a memory card case to avoid data loss that can be caused by moving thecard or by static electricity.

Ater a period o use, the memory card may get warm. This is normal and is not a malunction.

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Resolution QualityStorage media (Capacity)

1GB 2GB 4GB 8GB 16GB 32GB

1080/60i

Super Fine 8 15 30 61 125 253

Fine 9 18 36 74 152 307

Normal 12 23 46 94 193 390

720/60p

Super Fine 11 21 42 86 177 357

Fine 14 28 57 115 235 475

Normal 21 42 84 171 351 708

480/60p

Super Fine 32 63 126 254 521 1051

Fine 42 83 166 336 688 1387

Normal 62 123 244 494 1011 2039

(Unit: Approximate minutes o recording)

ResolutionStorage media (Capacity)

1GB 2GB 4GB 8GB 16GB 32GB

2880x1620 656 1251 2482 5014 9999 9999

1920x1080 1173 2346 4654 9402 9999 9999

(Unit: Approximate number o images)

Actual recording times may dier depending on the recording conditions and the subject.The higher the quality and resolution, the more memory is used.Lower resolution and quality increases the recording time, but the image quality may suer.The bit rate automatically adjusts to the recording image. Accordingly, the recording time may vary.Memory cards bigger than 32GB may not operate normally.When a video le exceeds 1.8GB, a new video le is created automatically.

The maximum number o recordable photo and video les is 9999 respectively.

Recording time available for video in minutes

Recordable number of photos

Listed below are the available video recording times and the number o photos the camcordercan take, by card memory size and resolution. Reer to the recordable video time and thenumber o photos when recording videos or taking photos.

1GB 1,000,000,000 bytes : Actual ormatted capacity may be less as the internal frmware usesa portion o the memory.

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USING THE HAND STRAP

Attach the strap and place your hand through the loop to prevent the camcorder from beingdropped.

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Insert the end of the hand strap into the hookof the camcorder as shown in the illustration.

ADJUSTING THE LCD SCREEN

The wide LCD screen on your camcorder offers high quality image viewing.

Excessive rotation may damage the connective hinge between the screen and the camcorder.

Clean fi ngerprints or dust on the screen with a soft cloth.

1. Open the LCD screen with your fi nger.The screen opens up to 90.

2. With the LCD screen open 90, rotate itforwards (towards the lens) or backwards.

You can rotate it up to 180 towardsthe lens and up to 90 backward. Toview recordings more conveniently,rotate the screen by 180 towards thelens, and then fold it back to the body.

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Use both hands while taking a video or photo to prevent the camcorder rom shaking.Try to avoid any slight movement while shooting.

This camcorders lens angle is approx. 20 higher than the rest o the camcorder body. When yourecord, this prevents strain on the wrist and allows you to record videos in a comortable positionwith a clear view o your subjects while you record.Make sure the camcorder lens is angled or proper shooting.We recommend you keep the sun behind you while shooting.

Aim the camcorder as shown in theillustration.

1. Loop the hand strap around your wrist.

2. Hold the camcorder with both your hands.

3. Make sure your ooting is stable and thereis no danger o colliding with another

person or object.

4. Aim and ocus as shown in the illustration.

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RECORDING VIDEOS

This camcorder supports both High De nition (HD) and Standard De nition (SD) imageresolutions. Set the resolution you want beore recording.page 50

PRECHECK!

Insert a memory card. page 28Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button.page 24

1. Select a subject to record.

Adjust the LCD panel to the best angle or recording.Use the Zoom lever or Zoom button to adjust the size o thesubject.page 39

2. Press the Recording start/stop button.The recording () indicator appears, and recording starts.

3. To stop recording, press the Recording start/stop button again.

4. Touch the Quick View ( ) icon to view the most recentlyrecorded video.

Ater the Quick View is complete, your camcorder returns tothe standby mode.

This camcorder eatures two Recording start/stop buttons.One is on the rear side o the camcorder, the other is on theLCD screen. Select the one that works best or you.

Two recording start/stop buttons to suit your preerence!

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I power is interrupted or an error occurs during recording, the video may not be recorded/edited.Samsung is not responsible or any damage caused by a ailure o normal recording or playbackoperations because o a memory card error.Note that damaged data cannot be recovered.Do not turn o the camcorder or remove the memory card while the camcorder is accessing thememory card. Doing so may damage the memory card or the data in the memory card.

Videos are compressed in the H.264 (MPEG-4.AVC) ormat.Eject the battery when you have nished recording to prevent unnecessary battery powerconsumption.For the on-screen inormation display, see page 14For approximate recording time, see page 31.Sound is recorded by the internal stereo microphone located on the ront o the camcorder.Make sure that the microphone is not blocked.Beore recording an important video, make sure to test the recording unction to see i there areany problems with the audio or video recording.For various unctions available during recording, see pages 49~65

I the power cable/battery is disconnected or recording is interrupted, the camcorder switches tothe data recovery mode. While data is being recovered, no other unction is enabled.You can adjust the brightness o the LCD screen in the menu options. Adjusting the LCD screendoes not aect the image being recorded. page 77In the record mode, you can set the Quick View menu option. The Quick View icon appears whenyou have set the Quick View menu option to On.The menu setting tabs shown on the LCD screen do not aect the image the camcorder isrecording.

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CAPTURING PHOTOS DURING VIDEO RECORDING

Your camcorder can capture photos without interrupting video recording.

PRECHECK!


1. Press the Recording start/stop button.The recording () indicator appears, and recordingstarts.

2. While recording the video, rame the scene you want tophotograph, and then press the PHOTO button.

When the () indicator disappears, the camcorder hasrecorded the photo image without a shutter sound.Video keeps recording, even while you take photos.

3. To stop recording, press the Recording start/stop button again.

Photos are captured in 1920x1080 resolution regardless o the resolution o the video recording.When the HDMI cable is connected to the camcorder, you cannot capture a photo while recording

a video.

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recording.page 51

PRECHECK!Insert a memory card. page 28Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button.page 24

1. Select a subject to record.Adjust the LCD panel to the best angle or recording.Use the Zoom lever or Zoom button to adjust the size othe subject. page 39

2. Frame the subject in the LCD screen, and then hal-press thePHOTO button.

When the subject is in ocus, () indicator appears green.I it appears red, readjust the ocus.

3. Fully press the PHOTO button.

4. Touch the Quick View ( ) icon to view the most recentlyrecorded photo.

To return to the standby mode, touch the Return ( ) tab.

The recordable number o photos varies depending on the recording conditions and the photoresolution. page 31The camcorder does not record audio when you take photos.I ocusing is di cult, use the manual ocus unction.page 57For the on-screen display inormation, see page 14.

Adjust the brightness o the LCD screen using menu items. Adjusting the brightness does not aectthe recorded image. page 77For various unctions available during recording, see pages 49~65Photo les conorm to the DCF (Design rule or Camera File system) standard, established by JEITA(Japan Electronics and Inormation Technology Industries Association).

Do not turn o the camcorder or remove the memory card when taking photos as it may damage thestorage media or data.

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RECORDING WITH EASE FOR BEGINNERS (SMART AUTO)

In Smart Auto mode, your camcorder automatically chooses the appropriate settings basedon the type o scene it detects (Indoor, Night, etc.). Smart Auto mode is helpul i you are notamiliar with the best camcorder settings or various scenes.

1. Press the SMART AUTO button.The Smart Auto ( ) and Anti-shake(OIS) ( )icon appear on the LCD screen.

2. Align your subject in the rame.The camcorder automatically detects the scenewhen you align the subject.The appropriate scene icon appears on the LCDscreen.

Appears when recording a very bright scene. (White)

Appears when recording an outdoor scene. (Landscape)

Appears when recording indoors. (Indoor)

Appears when recording at night. (Night)

Appears when recording a close-up. (Macro)

Appears when recording images o landscapes with

backlighting. (Backlight)

3. Press the Recording start/stop button or PHOTO button.pages 34, 37

4. To cancel Smart Auto mode, press the SMART AUTO button again.

Buttons unavailable during Smart Auto operation: Menu ( ) tab /Q.MENU button/ etc.Most settings are automatically adjusted in Smart Auto mode. To set or adjust unctions on your own,release the Smart Auto mode rst.

You can not access Smart Auto mode while recording. You must set this unction beore recording.When the camcorder ails to recognize the recording situation, it records in the basic settings ( ).The camcorder may not select the correct scene depending on shooting conditions, such as camcordershake, lighting, and distance to the subject.I the camcorder detects more than one scene at the same time, Smart Auto prioritizes as ollows:Backlight Macro White Landscape Night IndoorFor example, a) I White and Indoor can be applied at the same time, then White is selected andthe

corresponding icon appears.b) I White and Landscape can be applied at the same time, then White is selected and thecorresponding icon appears.

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Using the optical zoom does not degrade the image quality and clarity.Use the digital zoom when you want to zoom more than the optical zoom range. page 63Focusing may become unstable when you record with a ast zoom or zoom into a subject standing

too ar away. I this occurs, use the manual ocus unction. page 57The minimum distance you can have between the camcorder and subject while maintaining sharpocus is about 1cm (about 0.4 inches) or wide angle and about 50cm (about 19.7 inches) ortelephoto. I you want to shoot the subject close to the lens at a wide angle, use the Tele Macrounction.page 61When using the zoom unction and holding the camcorder with your hand, use Anti-shake(OIS) orstable recording.page 58Frequent use o the zoom unction consumes more power.

The camcorder can record the sound o the zoom mechanism.

power zoom and digital zoom by sliding the Zoom lever orpressing the Zoom button on the LCD panel.

When using the zoom unction, you can decrease zoom speed by slowly moving the Zoom (W/T) lever. Moving it aster increasesthe zoom speed. However, you cannot adjust the zoom speed when using the Zoom (W/T) button on the LCD panel.

Zoom speed

Press the T (zoom) button on the LCD panel or slidethe zoom lever towards T (telephoto).

The distant subject is gradually magni ed.The highest zoom magni cation ratio is 10x in thenormal zoom-in.

Press the W (zoom) button on the LCD panel orslide the zoom lever towards W (wide angle).

The subject gets smaller and urther away.The smallest optical zoom ratio is the subjectsoriginal size when zoomed-out.

To zoom in To zoom out

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CHANGING THE PLAYBACK MODE

You can set the record mode and the play mode in turn with the MODE button.You can also switch the operation mode directly into the playback thumbnail display by touching thePlay ( ) tab on the LCD screen.The most recently created le is highlighted in the thumbnail view.The camcorder selects the thumbnail display options based on the standby mode that was last used.However, you can choose the video (HD or SD) or photo thumbnail view display options by touching theHD ( HD ), SD ( SD ), or photo ( ) tab on the LCD screen.

Understanding how to change the operation modesYou can easily change the operation modes by touching the LCD screen or using the buttons asshown in the ollowing gures:

You can choose rom these thumbnail display options: 3x2 ( ), 4x3 ( ), and Date ( ).

To change thumbnail display type

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and playback directly.

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Insert a memory card. page 28Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the play mode.page 40

1. Touch the HD ( HD ) or SD ( SD ) tab.Video thumbnails corresponding to the video resolution youselected appear on the screen.To change the current thumbnail page, touch the up ( ) or

down ( ) tab.2. Touch the thumbnail o the desired video clip.

The camcorder plays the video you selected and playbackcontrol tabs appear brief y. They reappear when you touchanywhere on the screen.To stop playback and return to the thumbnails, touch theReturn ( ) tab.

It may take some time to start playback, depending on the size and quality o the selected video.

The camcorder may not play the ollowing video les:- A video recorded on another device.- A video whose le ormat is not supported by the camcorder.You can use various play options during the video playback. page 42You can set playback settings using the Play Option menu. page 66You can play the recorded videos on a TV or PC. pages 87, 98I you touch the Menu ( ) tab or Q.MENU button during playback, play is paused and the menuscreen appears.

Do not power o the camcorder or eject the memory card during video playback. Doing so maydamage the recorded data.

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Various playback operations

Playback / Pause / Stop

Playback and pause alternate when you touch the Pause ( ) / Play ( ) tab during playback.Touch the Return ( ) tab to stop playback.

Search playback

During playback, each touch o the Reverse search ( ) /Forward search ( ) tab increases the play speed:

RPS (Reverse Playback Search)/FPS (Forward Playback Search) rate:

x2 x4 x8 x2

Skip playback

Touch the Reverse skip ( ) / Forward skip ( ) tab during playback.Touching the Forward skip ( ) tab plays the next video.Touching the Reverse skip ( ) plays the beginning o the scene. I you touch the Reverse skip ( ) orthree seconds or less ater a video starts, the camcorder plays the previous video.Place and hold your nger on the Reverse skip ( ) / Forward skip ( ) tab to search or a video number

quickly. When you lit o your nger, the camcorder plays the video you selected.

Slow playback

When playback is paused, touching the Reverse slow ( ) /Forward slow ( ) tab reduces the playback speed:

Reverse/orward playback slow rate: x1/2 x1/4 x1/8 x1/2

Frame by rame playback

When playback is paused, touch the Reverse rame advance ( ) / Forwardrame advance ( ) to make the video go in reverse or orward one rame at a time.

You can hear the recorded sound rom the internal speaker.

1. Touch the Volume ( ) tab on the LCD screen.

2. Touch the ( )/( ) tab to increase or decrease audio volume.

You can adjust the sound level between 0~19. When the level is at0, you cannot hear sound.

To adjust the volume

Touch the Play ( ) tab to play back in normal speed.You can hear the recorded sound only when you playback at normal speed.

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PRECHECK!

Insert a memory card. page 28

Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the play mode.page 40

1. Touch the Photo ( ) tab.The thumbnail view appears.To change the current thumbnail page, touch the up ( ) ordown ( ) tab.

2. Touch the photo you want to display.The camcorder displays the photo you selected in ull screenand playback control tabs appear brief y. They reappear whenyou touch anywhere on the screen.

3. To return to the thumbnails, touch the Return ( ) tab.

Loading time may vary depending on the size and quality o the photo you selected.Your camcorder may not play back the ollowing photo les normally:- A photo recorded on another device.- A photo with a le ormat not supported by this camcorder. (One that does not conorm to DCF

standards.)Touch previous image ( ) / next image ( ) tab to view the previous and next photo.

Do not power o the camcorder or eject the memory card during photo playback. Doing so maydamage the recorded data.

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You can view a photo slide show with background music.

Touch the Slide Show ( ) tab during photo playback.The ( ) indicator appears. The slide show starts rom the current selectedphoto.To stop the slide show, touch the Return ( ) tab.

Touch the Menu ( ) tab Slide Show Start.

To start a slide show in the menu screen

Viewing a slide show

You can magniy a playback image. Touch up/down/let/right toselect the area to magniy.

1. Touch the photo you want to magniy.The camcorder displays the selected photo on the ull screen.

2. Adjust the magni cation with the Zoom (W/T) button or Zoom(W/T) lever.

Magni cation starts rom the center o the photo.

You can zoom in rom x1.1 to x8.0.3. Touch the up ( )/down ( )/let ( )/right ( ) tab to view the

area you want on the magni ed photo.

4. To cancel, touch the Return ( ) tab.

Photos recorded on other devices or those edited on a PC cannot be magni ed.While the playback zoom is in use, other images cannot be selected.

Zooming during photo playback

All photos are played back depending on the slide show options.

page 68I you select the thumbnail display by date ( ), the camcorder plays back only photos taken on thecorresponding date in the slide show.You can adjust the background musics volume level using the Volume ( ) tab while playing back theslide show with music.

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HANDLING MENUS AND QUICK MENUS

The instructions below are examples o how to access and use menuitems using the Menu Tab and the Q.MENU Button. When you accessand use other menu items, use these examples as guides.

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1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab on the touch panel.The menu screen appears.To change the current page, touch the up ( )/down ( )tab.

2. Touch SCENE. (The SCENE unction is used here as an

example.)3. Touch the desired option.

Adjust the setting values accordingly.To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab.

Using the Menu ( ) tab

Quick menu enables you to access your avorite unctions quickly.You can easily select the desired menu with one-touch.

1. Press the Q.MENU button on your camcorder to see theavailable menu options.

The quick menu screen appears.

2. Touch Focus. (The Focus unction is used here as an example.)

3. Touch the desired option.

Adjust the setting values accordingly.To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab.

Using the Q.MENU button

When using Menu or Quick menu items, some menu items can not be used at the same time, or may begrayed out. For more inormation, see Troubleshooting on page 112.For easy understanding, the menu setting procedures on this page are explained using the simplest

methods. Menu setting methods can dier depending on the menu options you choose.

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MENU ITEMS

The items available in each menu vary depending on the operating mode.For item operation details, see the page number listed under Page in the table.

Items Deault value Page

SCENE Auto 49

Video Resolution 1080/60i 50

Video Quality Fine 50

Photo Resolution 2880x1620 51

Photo Sharpness Normal 51

White Balance Auto 52

Aperture Auto 53Shutter Auto 54

EV 0 55

Super C.Nite Normal 55

Back Light O 56

Focus Auto 57

Anti-Shake(OIS) On 58

Digital Eect O 59

Fader O 60

Tele Macro O 61

Cont. Shot O 62

Wind Cut O 62

Digital Zoom O 63

Sel Timer O 63

Quick View On 64

Guideline O 65

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Items

valuePage

Thumbnail Single Thumbnail Single

Play Option X X Play All 66

Highlight X X - 67

Delete - 69

Protect O (Single) 70

EditDivide X X - 71

Combine X X X - 72

File Ino - 68

Slide Show Start X X - 44

Slide Show Option X X - 68

: available, X : not available

Menu options and deault values may be changed without prior notice.

Some grey colored menu options cannot be selected. page 112

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QUICK MENU ITEMS

The items available in each menu vary depending on the operating mode.For item operation details, see the page number listed under Page in the table.

Items Deault value Page

SCENE Auto 49Video Resolution 1080/60i 50

Photo Resolution 2880x1620 51

WB Auto 52

EV 0 55

Focus Auto 57

Operationmode

Item

Video PhotoPage

Thumbnail Single Thumbnail Single

Highlight X X 67

Delete 69

Protect 70

EditDivide X X 71

Combine X X X 72

File Ino 68

: available, x : not available

Recording menu items

Playback menu items

Menu options and deault values may be changed without a prior notice.

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Submenu items

Auto: For recording under normal conditions.Sports ( ): For recording people or objects in motion.Portrait ( ): For recording portraits. Captures natural skin tones.Spotlight ( ): When strong light strikes the subject. On stage, or

example.Beach/Snow ( ): Where the ref ection o light is intense such as a

snow eld or beach.Food ( ): To make ood more colorul.Candle Light ( ): For recording in the sot glow o candlelight.Indoor ( ): For recording indoors with arti cial light.

SCENE

Using the iScene unction, you can select a setting that matches the scene you are shooting(Sports, Portrait, etc.). Based on your selection, the camcorder sets the appropriate shutterspeed and aperture automatically or optimal recording.

PRECHECK!

Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button.page 24

1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab SCENE.

2. Touch the desired submenu item.To change the current page, touch the up ( )/down ( )tab.

3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab.

When you speciy Aperture: Manual or Shutter: Manual, the SCENE mode is cancelled.

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Video Resolution

You can select the resolution o the video to be recorded.

PRECHECK!


1. Touch the Menu ( ) tabVideo Resolution.

2. Touch the desired submenu item.


Submenu items

1080/60i ( ): Records in the HD (1920x1080/60i) ormat.720/60p ( ): Records in the HD (1280x720/60p) ormat.480/60p ( ): Records in the SD (720x480/60p) ormat.

Video Quality

You can select the quality o the video to be recorded.

PRECHECK!


1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab Video Quality.

2. Touch the desired submenu item.


Submenu items

Super Fine ( ): Records videos in super ne image quality.Fine ( ): Records videos in ne image quality.Normal ( ): Records videos in normal image quality.

60i indicates the camcorder will record in interlaced scan mode at 60 elds per second.

60p indicates the camcorder will record in progressive scan mode at 60 rames per second.Recorded les are encoded using Variable Bit Rate (VBR). VBR is an encoding system thatautomatically adjusts the bit rate in response to the image being recorded.The available video recording time diers according to the video resolution you select. page 31

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