Samsung Camcorder SMX-F40N English User Manual

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High-resolution color widescreen LCD (2.7 WIDE TFT LCD)

Samsung memory camcorder utilizes a 2.7-inch 230k pixel WidescreenLCD which allows bright and clear monitoring. In addition, the LCDEnhancer adjusts color and brightness to the screen lighting conditions

or better monitoring under strong sunlight.

H.264/AVC (MPEG4 part 10/Advanced Video Coding) encodingLatest video compression technology, H.264, uses a high compression rate to sharply increase

the recordable time with the same size storage.Simple & easy user inter ace

Designed to provide optimized and easy use with an ergonomic design.An improved Graphics User Inter ace o ers a new and resh look aswell as an easy operation. Le t-side touch buttons provide a new andinteractive way to access basic unctions.

Animated thumbnail viewThe camcorder displays an animated preview in the video thumbnailmode. When you highlight a thumbnail, the selected thumbnail will show the video playback.This animated thumbnail eature simpli es the way you search or a video clip.

Automatic scene detectionUser- riendly SMART AUTO optimizes your memory camcorder to the recording conditionsautomatically, providing beginners with the best per ormance.

Twice the memory options (Built-in memory(8GB(SMX-F43 only),16GB(SMX-F44 only)) )The memory camcorders external memory slot accepts high capacitySDHC cards. Play and trans er videos quickly and easily using thememory type o your choice.In addition to this slot, the memory camcorder has built-in memory.

High-resolution image through Mobile DNIeThe Samsung memory camcorder has 3DNR (3-dimensional noisereduction), high-sensitivity color expression (intelligent color expression), High per ormanceAnti-Shake (HDIS: Hyper DIS) and automatic ace detection eatures.

key features of your memory camcorde

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Capture visions urther than the eye can see : 52x Optical Power Zoom, 65x Intelli-

Zoom, and 2200x Digital ZoomSamsung's power ul optical zoom lenses bring the worldcloser without losing image quality. In addition, Digital ZoomInterpolation enables clearer digital zooming, with lessdistortion than previous types o digital zooms.

Time lapse recording catches the moment

You can record a long scene in short intervals. Record artistic, documentary videos includingthe passage o clouds, blooming f owers etc. Use this unction to make UCC (User CreatedContents) videos, educational programs or or other purposes.

Direct upload o your videos to the web!The built-in editing Intelli-studio so tware installs directly

rom this camcorder to your PC, enabling convenientconnection with a USB cable. Intelli-studio also allowsdirect uploading o your contents to websites such asYouTube, Flickr and Facebook. Sharing the contents withyour riends is simpler than ever be ore.

Make a digest o your video with Storyboard Printing!This unction captures 16 still images arbitrarily rom the selected videoand saves them into the storage media. It presents a quick overview o your video, helping you to understand the overall topic.

Various methods or playback with the Multi View Option!Multi View Option enables you to sort thumbnails o recorded videos and photos by di erent display options(recording, recorded date). This unction is use ul when

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What the icons and signs in this user manual mean;

WARNINGMeans that there is a potential risk o death or serious injury.

CAUTION

Means that there is a potential risk o personal injury or damage to theproduct.

CAUTION

To prevent potential mal unction to the camcorder or to maintain thecurrent setting.Means hints or re erential pages that may be help ul when operating thecamcorder.

PRECHECK! Settings required be ore using a unction.

These warning signs are here to prevent injury to you and others.Please ollow them explicitly. A ter reading this section, keep it in a sa e place or uturere erence.

SAFETY WARNINGS

before reading this user manual

PRECAUTIONS

Warning! This camcorder should always be connected to an AC outlet with a protective groundingconnection.

Batteries should not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, re or similar.

CautionDanger o explosion i battery is incorrectly replaced.

Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

To disconnect the apparatus rom the mains, the plug must be pulled out rom the mainssocket, there ore the mains plug shall be readily operable.

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This camcorder is designed exclusivelyor use with the high-capacity built-

in memory (8GB(SMX-F43 only),16GB(SMX-F44 only)) and an externalmemory card.

This camcorder records video in H.264/ AVC (MPEG4 part 10/Advanced VideoCoding) ormat compliant with theStandard resolution (SD-VIDEO) ormat.

Please note that this camcorder is notcompatible with other digital video

ormats.

Be ore recording important video, makea trial recording. Play back your trial recording to make surethe video and audio have been recordedproperly.

The recorded contents cannot becompensated or:- Samsung cannot compensate or any

damage caused when a recordingcannot be played back because o ade ect in the camcorder or memory card.Samsung cannot be responsible or yourrecorded video and audio.

- Recorded contents may be lost due to amistake when handling this camcorder

or memory card, etc. Samsung shallnot be responsible or compensation ordamages due to the loss o recordedcontents.

Make a backup o important recorded data. Protect your important recorded databy copying the les to a PC. We alsorecommend you to copy it rom your PCto other recording media or storage.

Re er to the so tware installation and USBconnection guide.

Copyrights: Please note that thiscamcorder is intended or individual useonly. Data recorded on the storage media in thiscamcorder using other digital/analog mediaor devices is protected by the copyrightact and cannot be used without permissiono the owner o the copyright, except orpersonal enjoyment. Even i you recordan event such as a show, per ormance

or exhibition or personal enjoyment, it isstrongly recommended that you obtainpermission be orehand.

Thank you or purchasing this SamsungCamcorder. Please read this user manual

care ully be ore you use the camcorder andkeep it handy or uture re erence. Shouldyour camcorder ail to operate correctly, re erto Troubleshooting.This User Manual covers models SMX-F40,SMX-F400, SMX-F43 and SMX-F44. The SMX-F40 and SMX-F400 do not have

built-in fash memory and uses memorycards. Although some eatures o SMX-F40,SMX-F400, SMX-F43, SMX-F44 modelsare di erent, they operate in the same way.

Illustrations o model SMX-F40 are used inthis user manual.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON USEBefore using this camcorder

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The displays in this user manual may notbe exactly the same as those you see onthe LCD screen.

Designs and speci cations o thecamcorder and other accessories aresubject to change without any notice.

In this user manuals unction descriptions,the icon on the on-screen display section

means that it will appear on the screenwhen you set the corresponding unction.Ex) TV Super Fine - Video ResolutionSubmenu item page 47

item contents on-screen display

"TV SuperFine"

Videos recorded in

720x480(60i) resolution atsuper- ne image quality.

(I set, corresponding icon ( ) will appearon the screen.) Descriptions o the built-in memory in

this user manual apply only to the ollowingmodels: SMX-F43(8GB), SMX-F44(16GB)

The ollowing terms are used in thismanual: Scene re ers to the point where you press

the Record Start/Stop button to startrecording until you press again to pausethe recording.

The terms photo and still image are usedinterchangeably with the same meaning.

For Open Source licenses in ormation,re er to the Opensource.pd in theprovided 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.

The SD logo is a trademark. The SDHClogo is a trademark. Microso t, Windows , Windows Vista and

DirectX are either registered trademarks ortrademarks o the Microso t Corporation inthe United States and/or other countries.

Intel , Core, and Pentium are theregistered trademarks or trademarks o theIntel Corporation in the United States andother 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. Adobe, the Adobe logo, and Adobe

Acrobat are either registered trademarks ortrademarks o Adobe Systems Incorporatedin the United States and/or other countries.

All the other product names mentionedhere in may be the trademark or registered

trademarks o their respective companies.Furthermore, TM and are notmentioned in each case in this manual.

Notes regarding trademarks

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17 . POWER SOURCES:The CAMCORDER should be operated only rom the typeo power source indicated on the label. I you are not sureo the type o power supply at your home, consult yourappliance dealer or local power company. A CAMCORDERis intended to be operated rom battery power, or othersources, re er to the operating instructions.

18. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION:This CAMCORDER may be equipped with either apolarized 2-wire AC line plug (a plug having one bladewider than the other) or a 3-wire grounding type plug,

a plug having a third (grounding) pin. I you are unableto insert the plug ully into the outlet, try reversing theplug. I the plug still ails to t, contact your electricianto replace your outlet. Do not de eat the sa ety purposeo the polarized plug.

19 . POWER-CORD PROTECTION:Power-supply cords should be routed so that they arenot likely to be walked on or pinched by items placedupon or against them, paying particular attention tocords or plugs, convenient receptacles, and the pointwhere they exit rom the unit.

20. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING:CAMCORDER, be sure the antenna or cable system isgrounded to provide some protection against voltagesurges and built-up static charges, Section 810 o theNational Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984,provides in ormation with respect to proper groundingo the mast and supporting structure, grounding o thelead-in wire and supporting structure, grounding o the

mast and supporting structure, grounding o the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size o groundingto conductors, location o antenna-discharge unit,connection to grounding electrodes and requirements orthe grounding electrode. See gure below.

21 . LIGHTNING:For added protection o this CAMCORDER during alightning storm or when it is le t unattended and unused

or long periods o time, unplug it rom the wall outletand disconnect the antenna or cable system. This willprevent damage to the CAMCORDER due to lightningand powerline surges.

22 . POWER LINES:An outside antenna system should not be located inthe vicinity o overhead power lines or other electriclight or power circuits where it can all into such powerlines or circuits. When installing an outside antennasystem, extreme care should be taken to keep romtouching such power lines or circuits as contact withthem might be atal.

23 . OVERLOADING:Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as thiscan result in a risk o re or electric shock.

24 . OBJECTS AND LIQUIDS:Never push objects o any kind into this CAMCORDERthrough openings as they may touch dangerous voltagepoints or short out a part that could result in a re orelectric shock. Never spill liquids o any kind onto theCAMCORDER. Should spillage occur, unplug unit andhave it checked by a technician be ore use.

25 . SERVICING:Do not attempt to service this CAMCORDER yoursel .

Opening or removing covers may expose you todangerous voltage or other hazards. Re er all servicing toquali ed service personnel.

26 . DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE:Unplug this CAMCORDER rom the wall outlet and re erservicing to quali ed service personnel under the ollowingconditions: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 orwater.

d. I the CAMCORDER does not operate normallyby ollowing the operating instructions, adjust onlythose controls that are covered by the operatinginstructions. Improper adjustment o other controlsmay result in damage and will o ten require extensivework by a quali ed technician to restore theCAMCORDER to its normal operation.Z

e. I the CAMCORDER has been dropped or thecabinet has been damaged.f. When the CAMCORDER exhibits a distinct

change in per ormance, this indicates a need orservice.

27. REPLACEMENT PARTS:When replacement parts are required, be sure theservice technician has used replacement partsspeci ed by the manu acturer and having the samecharacteristics as the original part. Unauthorized

substitutions may result in re, electric shock orother hazards.

important sa ety instructions

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

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

NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ELECTRICSERVICEEQUIPMENT

GROUNDCLAMP

ANTENNALEAD INWIRE

ANTENNADISCHARGE UNIT(NEC SECTION 810-20)

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28 . SAFETY CHECK:

Upon completion o any service or repairs to thisCAMCORDER, ask the service technician to per ormsa ety checks to determine that the CAMCORDERis in sa e operating order.

29 . To prevent damage which may result in fre or shockhazard, do not expose this appliance to rain ormoisture.

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

USER INSTALLER CAUTION:Your authority to operate this FCC certifed equipmentcould be voided i you make changes or modifcationsnot expressly approved by this party responsible orcompliance to part 15 FCC rules.NOTE:Hg LAMP(S) INSIDE THIS PRODUCT CONTAIN

MERCURY AND MUST BE RECYCLED ORDISPOSED OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL, STATEOR FEDERAL LAWS. For details see lamprecycle.org, eiae.org, or call 1-800-Samsung (7267864)

CALIFORNIA USA ONLYThis Perchlorate warning applies only toprimary CR (Manganese Dioxide) Lithium coincells in the product sold or distributed ONLYin California USA Perchlorate Material - special handling mayapply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate.

NOTE:This equipment has been tested and oundto comply with the limits or a Class B digitaldevice, pursuant to part 15 o the FCC Rules.These limits are designed to provide reasonableprotection against harm ul inter erence in aresidential installation. This equipment generates,uses and can radiate radio requency energyand, i not installed and used in accordance with

the instructions, may cause harm ul inter erenceto radio communications. However, there is noguarantee that inter erence will not occur in aparticular installation. I this equipment does causeharm ul inter erence to radio or television reception,which can be determined by turning the equipmento and on, the user is encouraged to try to correctthe inter erence by one or more o the ollowingmeasures:- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.- Increase the separation between the equipment

and receiver.- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a

circuit di erent rom that to which the receiveris connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician or help and or additionalsuggestions. The user may fnd the

ollowing booklet prepared by the FederalCommunications Commission help ul: Howto Identi y and Resolve Radio-TV Inter erenceProblems. This Booklet is available rom theU.S. Government Printing O fce, Washington,D.C. 20402, Stock No. 004-000-00345-4.

FCC WarningThe user is cautioned that changes or modifcations

not expressly approved by the manu acturer 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 harm ul inter erence,

and(2) This device must accept any inter erence

received, including inter erence that may causeundesired operation.

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The sa ety precautions illustrated below are to prevent personal injury or material damages.Heed all instructions care ully.

WARNING

Do not aim the LCD screendirectly into the sun. Doing socould cause eye injuries, aswell as lead to malfunctioning of internal parts of the product.

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

No sand or dust! Fine sand or dust entering the camcorder or AC power adaptor could causemalfunctions or defects.

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Do not bend the power-cord or damage the AC power adaptor bypressing on it with a heavy object.

There may be a risk of re or electric shock.

Do not overload outlets or extension cords as this may resultin abnormal heat or re.

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

No oil! Oil entering the camcorder or AC power adaptor could causeelectric shock, malfunctions or defects.

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Do not disconnect the AC adaptor by pulling on its power-cord, as

this could damage the power-cord.

Do not use the AC adaptor if ithas damaged, split or broken

cords or wires. Doing so maycause re or electric shock.

Prohibited action.WARNINGMeans that there is a potentialrisk of serious personal injury.

Do not touch the product.

This precaution must be kept.Do not disassemble theproduct.

CAUTION

Means that there is a potentialrisk of personal injury or

damage to the productUnplug from the power supply.

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Do not connect the AC adaptor unless the plug can be fully insertedwith no part of the blades exposed.

Do not dispose of battery pack ina re as it may explode.

Never use cleaning uid or similar chemicals. Do not spray cleanersdirectly on the camcorder.

diulf gninaelc

Keep the camcorder away fromwater when used near the beachor pool or when it rains. There isa risk of malfunction or electricshock.

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

or the AC adaptor to avoid a riskof re or electric shock.

Do not plug or unplug the power cord with wet hands. There is arisk of electric shock.

Keep the power-cord unpluggedwhen not in use or duringlightning storms. There is a risk of

re.

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

If the camcorder malfunctions,immediately detach the ACadaptor or battery from the

camcorder.There is a risk of re or injury.

If the camcorder makes an abnormalsound, or smell or smokes, unplugthe power-cord immediately andrequest service from a Samsungservice center. There is a risk of reor personal injury.

Keep the used lithium battery or memory card out of the reachof children. If the lithium batteryor memory card is swallowedby children, consult physicianimmediately.

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CAUTION

Do not use the camcorder near direct sunlight or heatingequipment. This may cause a

malfunction or injury.

Do not use the camcorder on atripod (not supplied) in a placewhere it is subject to severevibrations or impact.

Do not expose the camcorder to soot or steam. Thick sootor steam could damage thecamcorder case or cause a

malfunction.

Do not expose the camcorder tosudden changes in temperature or ahumid place. There is also a risk of defect or electric shock when usingoutdoors during lightning storms.

Do not expose the camcorder toinsecticide. Insecticide entering thecamcorder could cause the productto fail to operate normally. Turn thecamcorder off and cover it with vinylsheet, etc. before using insecticide.

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Do not use the camcorder near

dense exhaust gas generatedby gasoline or diesel engines, or corrosive gas such as hydrogensulphide. Doing so may corrodethe external or internal terminals,disabling normal operation.

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

high.

Do not drop or expose thecamcorder, battery pack, ACadaptor or other accessories tosevere vibrations or impact. Thismay cause a malfunction or injury.

Do not press the surface of the LCD with force, or hit itwith a sharp object. If youpush the LCD surface, displayunevenness may occur.

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Do not leave the LCD screenopen when not using thecamcorder .

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

Do not use the camcorder near strong radio waves or magnetismsuch as speakers and a large motor.Noise could enter video or audio thatare being recorded.

Do not hold the camcorder by theLCD monitor when lifting it. TheLCD screen could detach and thecamcorder may fall.

Place the camcorder on astable surface and a place withventilation openings.

Do not use the camcorder near TV or radio: This could causenoise on the TV screen or to radiobroadcasts.

Do not wipe the camcorder body with benzene or thinner.The exterior coating could peeloff or the case surface coulddeteriorate.

Use the mains plug where it canbe readily operable. If any problemoccurs with the product, the mainsplug must be removed to disconnectpower completely. Turning off thepower button on the product doesnot completely disconnect the power.

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qUICK START GUIDE

05GETTING TO KNOW THE CAMCORDER

09IDENTIFYING THE SCREEN DISPLAYS

12PREPARATION

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BASIC OPERATION OF THE CAMCORDER

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ABOUT THE STORAGE MEDIA

30BASIC RECORDING

35BASIC PLAYBACK

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05 You can record videos in H.264 ormat!

09 What's included with your camcorder10 Location o controls

12 LCD screen indicators

17 Attaching the grip belt17 Adjusting the LCD screen18 Connecting a power source20 Checking the battery state

23 Turning your camcorder on/o 23 Switching to the power saving mode24 Setting the operation modes24 Using the display( ) touch button25 Using the back light touch button25 Using the LCD enhancer unction26 Shortcut menu (OK guide)27 Shortcut unction using the control joysticks28 Setting the time zone and date/time or the rst time29 Selecting the languages30 Selecting the storage media (SMX-F43/F44 only)31 Inserting and removing a memory card

(not supplied)32 Selecting a suitable memory card35 Recording videos36 Taking photos37 Quick view unction in the record mode38 Recording with ease or beginners (SMART AUTO mode)39 Zooming

40 Changing the playback mode41 Playing back videos43 Viewing photos

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RECORDING OPTIONS

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PLAYBACK OPTIONS

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SYSTEM SETTING

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44 Changing the menu settings45 Menu items46 iSCENE47 Video Resolution

48 Photo Resolution49 16:9 Wide50 White Balance52 Aperture53 Shutter Speed55 EV (Exposure Value)56 C.Nite57 Focus59 Anti-Shake(HDIS)

60 Digital E ect61 Fader62 Wind Cut63 Zoom Type64 Time Lapse REC66 Guideline

67 Menu items68 Multi View Option69 Play Option70 Delete71 Protect72 Story-Board Print73 Using VIEW74 Copy (SMX-F43/F44 only)75 Edit (Divide)76 Edit (Combine)77 Slide Show78 Slide Show Option78 File In o

79 Menu items ( )80 S torage Type (SMX-F43/F44 only)80 Storage In o81 Format82 File No.

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CONNECTING TO A TV

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DUBBING VIDEOS

95USING WITH A WINDOWS COMPUTER

96TROUBLESHOOTING

104MAINTENANCE & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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86 LCD Color87 Auto LCD O 87 Menu Design88 Transparency88 Beep Sound89 Shutter Sound89 Auto Power O 90 PC So tware90 TV Display91 De ault Set91 Version91 Language92 Demo

93 Connecting to a normal (standard de nition)TV (16:9/4:3)

95 Dubbing to a VCR or DVD/HDD recorder

96 Checking your computer type

97 What you can do with a Windows computer98 Using the intelli-studio program102 Using as a removable storage device

104 Troubleshooting

114 Maintenance115 Additional in ormation116 Using your camcorder abroad

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quick start guide

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 riends and amily.You can also take photos with your camcorder.

This quick start guide introduces the basic operation and eatures o your camcorder.See the re erence pages or more in ormation.

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1. Insert a memory card. page 31 You can use commercially available

SDHC (SD High Capacity) or SDmemory cards with this camcorder.

Set the appropriate storage media.page 30 (SMX-F43/F44 only)

2. Insert the battery into the battery slot.page 18

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quick start guide

Your camcorder uses advanced H.264compression technology to realize the clearestvideo quality. page 47

1. Open the LCD screen and press the Power ( ) button to turn on the camcorder.

Set the lens cover open/close switch toopen ( ).2. Press the Recording start/stop button.

To stop recording, press the Recordingstart/stop button.

1. Open the LCD screen and press the Power ( ) button to turn on the camcorder. Set the lens cover open/close switch to

open ( ).

2. Press the PHOTO button ully when you are

ready.

Recording videos withH.264 ormat

Taking photos

Your camcorder is compatible with H.264 recording ormat, which achieves e cientcoding o high quality video with less capacity.

You can record videos in SD (standard de nition). The de ault setting is TV Fine(720x480/60i). page 47

You can not take photos while you are recording videos.

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STEP3: Play back videos or photos

1. Press the MODE button to select the Play mode. The thumbnail index view appears. The thumbnail

o the latest created or played le is highlighted.2. Select the Video or Photo thumbnail index view

screen. You can simply switch between video and photo

thumbnail view using the zoom lever.3. Use the Control ( / / / ) joystick to select a

desired video or photo, and then press the Controlbutton (OK).

Viewing the LCD screen o your camcorderYou can nd your desired recordings quickly by using the thumbnail index view.

Viewing on a TV You can enjoy detailed, brilliant quality videos on a connected

TV. pages 93~94

Simple and un! Enjoy the various eatures o Intelli-studio on yourWindows computer.Using the Intelli-studio program built in your camcorder, you can importvideo/photos onto your computer, edit or share the videos/photos withyour riends. For details, see pages 98~101.

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quick start guideViewing the videos/photos rom your PC1. Launch the Intelli-studio program by connecting the camcorder to your PC via the

USB cable. A new le saving screen appears with the Intelli-studio main window.

Click Yes, the uploading procedure will start.

2. The new les are saved to your PC and registered to "Contents Manager" on the

Intelli-studio program. You can arrange the les by di erent options such as Face, Date, Location, etc.

3. You can double-click on the le you would like to start playback.

Sharing the videos/photos onto YouTube/Flickr/FacebookShare your contents with the world, by uploading photos and videos directly to a website with a single click.Click on the Share Upload tab on the browser. page 101

STEP5: Delete videos or photosI the storage media is ull, you cannot record new videos or photos. Delete videos orphotos data that have been saved on a computer rom the storage media. Then you canrecord new videos or photos on newly reed up space.

Press the MODE button to switch the Play mode Press the MENU button Control joystick ( / / / /OK) to select "Delete." page 70

The Intelli-studio runs automatically once the camcorder is connected to a Windows computer(when you speci y PC So tware: On ). page 90

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Checking your accessories

Battery pack(IA-BP210E)

(AD43-00196A)

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

Audio/Video cable(AD39-00155A)

USB cable(AD39-00169A)

User manual CD(AD46-00292A) Quick start guide(AD68-04500A)

The exact appearance o each item may vary by model. The contents may vary depending on the sales region. Parts and accessories are available or purchase at your local Samsung dealer. SAMSUNG is not

responsible or reduced battery li e time or mal unctions caused by any unauthorized use o accessoriessuch as the AC adaptor or the batteries.

A memory card is not included. See page 32 or memory cards compatible with your camcorder.

Your camcorder includes a user manual CD and a quick start guide (printed). Optional accessories: This is an optional accessory. To buy one, contact your nearest Samsung dealer.

WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH YOUR CAMCORDERYour new camcorder comes with the ollowing accessories. I any o these items is missing rom your box,call Samsungs Customer Care Center. Model name Color built-inmemory

Memorycard slot

LCDscreen Lens

SMX-F40BN/ F400BN Black

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1 slot Color52x (Optical),65x (Intelli),

2200x (Digital)

SMX-F40SN/ F400SN Silver

SMX-F40RN/ F400RN Red

SMX-F40LN/ F400LN Blue

SMX-F43BN Black

8GBSMX-F43SN SilverSMX-F43RN RedSMX-F43LN BlueSMX-F44BN Black

16GBSMX-F44SN SilverSMX-F44RN RedSMX-F44LN Blue

Carrying case(AD69-00929A)

Memory card(1109-001415)

Optional accessories

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1 Lens2 MENU button

3 Control joystick ( / / / /OK), Zoom (W/T) joystick4 Recording start/stop button5 LCD screen6 Memory card/Jack cover

USB jack ( )Memory card slotAV jack (AV)CHG (charging) indicatorDC IN jack (DC IN)

7 Built-in speaker8 Display ( ) touch button

9 LCD Enhancer ( ) touch button10 Back Light ( ) touch button11 SMART AUTO touch button / VIEW touch button12 Power ( ) button13 MODE button

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1 Mode indicator: Record mode (Video/Photo)

: Play mode2 Recording start/stop button3 Battery pack slot

1 Zoom lever ( W/T )

2 PHOTO button3 Grip belt4 Grip belt hook

5 Lens cover open ( )/close ( ) switch

6 Internal microphone7 Battery pack release switch ( BATT. )8 Tripod receptacle

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1 Time Lapse REC *2 Operating mode ( STBY (Standby) /

(Recording))3 Time counter (Video recording time:

remaining recordable time)4 Photo image counter (Total number o

recordable photos)5 Storage media (Memory card or built-in

memory (SMX-F43/F44 only))6 Battery in o. (Remaining battery level)7 Photo Resolution / Video Resolution8 Anti-Shake (HDIS)9 LCD Enhancer *

10 Back Light11 Wind Cut12 Fader *13 Zoom (Optical Zoom / Intelli-Zoom /

Digital Zoom)14 Date/Time Display15 Time Zone16 Digital E ect

17 EV (Exposure Value) *18 Manual Aperture */ Manual ShutterSpeed */ C.Nite *

19 Manual Focus */ Face Detection *20 White balance21 SCENE / SMART AUTO22 Record mode ( / )

The available unctions vary depending on the selected operation mode, and di erent indicators appeardepending on the setting values.

LCD SCREEN INDICATORS

PRECHECK!

This On Screen Display (OSD) is shown in Record ( / ) mode only. Press the MODE button to select the Record ( / ) mode. page 24

The above screen is an example or explanation:It is di erent rom the actual display.

The on-screen indicators are based on an 16GB SDHCmemory card capacity.

Functions marked with * will not be kept when thecamcorder is turned o and on again.

For enhanced per ormance, the display indications andthe order are subject to change without prior notice.

This camcorder provides one combined video andphoto record mode. You can easily record videos orphotos in the same mode without having to change it.

The total number o recordable photos is countedbased on available space on the storage media.

The number o recordable photos on the OSD is amaximum o 9,999.

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Video and Photo record mode :Shortcut menu (OK Guide)1 Quick View2 Focus* (Auto Focus/Face Detection /

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1 Manual Control Bar/ Value2 Menu name3 Shortcut menu (OK Guide) / Return4 Value adjust (down)5 Value adjust (up)

The illustration above shows the EV (Exposure Value) screen. Functions marked with * will not be kept when the camcorder restarts. The shortcut menu (OK guide) represents the most requently accessed unctions according to the

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Video Play mode : Single View

1 Video Play mode2 Play Status ( Play ( ) / Pause ( ) /

Search ( / ) / Frame-by- rame( / ) / Slow motion ( / ))

3 Time code (Elapsed time / Recorded time)4 Storage media (Memory card or built-in

memory (SMX-F43/F44 only))5 Battery in o (Remaining battery level)6 Video Resolution7 Protection8 LCD Enhancer9 File Name (File number)

10 Date/Time Display11 Play Option

PRECHECK! This On Screen Display (OSD) is shown in Video play ( ) mode only. Press the MODE button to select the Play ( ) mode. page 24

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Photo Play mode : Single View

1 Photo Play mode2 Slide Show3 Image counter

(Current image / total number o recorded images)

4 Storage media (Memory card or built-inmemory (SMX-F43/F44 only))

5 Battery in o (Remaining battery level)6 Photo Resolution7 Protection8 LCD Enhancer9 File Name (File number)

10 OK Guide (Next image)11 Shortcut menu (OK Guide) / Return12 OK Guide (Previous image)

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1 Photo Play mode

2 Protection3 Storage media (Memory card or built-inmemory (SMX-F43/F44 only))

4 Battery in o (Remaining battery level)5 Now / Total le number6 Error File7 Scroll bar8 Delete Selected9 Button Guide

10 Copy Selected (SMX-F43/F44 only)11 File name (File number)

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This section provides in ormation that you should know be ore using this camcorder: such

as how to use the provided accessories, how to charge the battery, and how to setup theoperation mode and initialise setup.

ATTACHING THE GRIP BELTAdjust the length o grip belt so that thecamcorder is stable when you press theRecording start/stop button with your thumb.

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ADJUSTING THE LCD SCREENThe wide LCD screen on your camcorder o ers high quality image viewing.

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

2. Rotate the LCD screen towards the lens. You can rotate it up to 180 towards the lens and up to

90 backward. To view recordings more conveniently,rotate the screen by 180 towards the lens, then old itback to the body.

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

When the LCD screen is rotated by 180, the le t and right sides o the subject areshown in reverse, which produces horizontally f ipped image.

Remove ngerprints or dust on the screen with a so t cloth. To adjust the LCD brightness and color, re er to the page 86. The super ne LCD technology enabled about 99.99% pixels on the LCD screen.

Although one or two black dots or bright dots(red, blue, white) could appear on thescreen, this is not a mal unction and does not a ect the recorded image.

Please note i the hand strap is adjustedtoo tight and you use excessive orce toinsert your hand, the hand strap hook o the camcorder may be damaged.

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Battery pack insertion/ejectionIt is recommended you purchase one or more additional battery packs to allow continuous useo your camcorder.

Inserting the battery pack1. Insert the battery pack into the battery

pack slot until it so tly clicks. Make sure that the SAMSUNG logo

is acing ront when the camcorder isplaced as shown in the gure.

Ejecting the battery pack

1. Gently push the Battery pack release switch in the direction as shown in thediagram to eject the battery.

2. Push down and li t the battery pack topull out in the direction as shown in thediagram.

CONNECTING A POWER SOURCE Be sure to charge the battery pack be ore you start using your camcorder. Use the IA-BP210E battery pack only. The battery pack may be charged a little at the time o purchase.

Use only Samsung-approved battery packs. Do not use batteries rom other manu acturers.Otherwise, there is a danger o overheating, re or explosion.

Samsung is not responsible or problems occurring due to using unapproved batteries. Remove the battery pack separately rom the camcorder while not in use. It is recommended to prepare an additional battery pack or prolonged outdoor use.

Additional battery packs can be purchased rom samsungparts.com.

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CHECKING THE BATTERY STATEYou can check the charging state and remaining battery capacity.

To check the charging stateThe color o the CHG lamp indicates the power or charging state.

Charging stateCharge

Charging Fully Charged Error

LED color (Orange ) (Green ) (Orange Blink )

The color o the charging indicator shows the charging state.Charging (CHG) lamp

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Battery LevelIndicator State Message

Fully charged (100%~75%) -

75%~50% -50%~25% -25%~5% -

less than 5% -Exhausted (f ickers): The device will soon turn o .

Change the battery pack as soon as possible. -

- (f ickers): The device will be orced to turn o a ter3 seconds."Low

battery"

The Battery Level Display shows the amount o battery power remaining in the battery pack.

Battery Level Display

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Available running time or the battery pack

Battery Type IA-BP210E

Charging timeUsing a AC power adaptor Approx. 180min.

Using a USB cable Approx. 380min.

Video Resolution

720 x 480 (60i) 640 x 480 (30p)

TV SuperFine ( )

TV Fine( )

TV Normal( )

Web Fine( )

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ModeContinuous

recording time Approx. 250min.

Playback time Approx. 280min.

(Unit: minutes.) Charging time: Approximate time (min.) required when you ully charge a completely exhausted battery

pack. We recommend using the AC power adaptor when using the Time Lapse REC unction.

About battery packs The battery pack should be recharged in an environment that is between 50F (10C) and 86F (30C).

However, when it is exposed to cold temperatures (below 32F (0C)), its usage time reduces and it maycease to unction. I this happens, place the battery pack in your pocket or other warm, protected place ora short time, then re-insert it.

Do not put the battery pack near any heat source (i.e. re or a heater). Do not disassemble, apply pressure to, or heat the battery pack. Do not allow battery pack terminals to be short-circuited. It may cause leakage, generate heat, or cause re.

Maintaining the battery pack The recording time is a ected by temperature and environmental conditions. We recommend only using the original battery pack that is available rom your Samsung retailer. When the

battery reaches the end o its li e, please contact your local dealer. The batteries have to be dealt with aschemical waste.

Make sure that the battery pack is ully charged be ore starting to record. To preserve battery power, keep your camcorder turned o when you are not operating it.

Even when the power is switched o , the battery pack will still discharge i it is le t inserted on thecamcorder. It is recommended that you remove the battery pack rom the camcorder. I the battery pack is not used or a long time, ully charge the battery pack and use it up on your

camcorder once every 6 months to maintain proper unction. To store the battery pack, remove it romyour camcorder and put it in a dry, cool place.

About the battery li e Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use. I decreased usage time between

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About the running time Times measured when using the camcorder at 77F (25C). As the environmental temperature and

conditions vary, the actual battery time may di er orm the approximate times given in the table. The recording and playback time will be shorter depending on the conditions under which you use your

camcorder. In actual recording, the battery pack may discharge 2-3 times aster than this re erence,since the Record start/stop and Zoom are being operated, and playback is per ormed. Assume that therecordable time with a ully charged battery pack is between 1/2 and 1/3 o the time in the table, so haveenough battery packs to allow or the time you are planning to record on the camcorder.

The recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your camcorder in low temperatures.

On the battery pack The CHG (charging) lamp blinks during charging, or Battery In o will not be correctly displayed under the

ollowing conditions:- The battery pack is not inserted correctly.- The battery pack is damaged.- The battery pack is worn-out. (For the battery in ormation only)

It is recommended that you use the AC power adaptor to power the camcorder rom a household AC outletwhen you per orm settings on it, play back, or edit images, or use it indoors. Make the same connections asyou do when charging the battery pack. page 19

Using an AC power source

Be sure to use the speci ed AC power adaptor to power the camcorder.Using other AC power adaptors could cause electric shock or result in re.

The AC power adaptor can be used around the world. An AC plug adaptor is required in someoreign countries. I you need one, purchase it rom your distributor.

Be ore detaching the power source, make sure that the camcorders power is turned o .Failure to do so can result in camcorder mal unction.

Use a nearby wall outlet when using the AC power adaptor. Disconnect the AC power adaptor romthe wall outlet immediately i any mal unction occurs while using your camcorder.

Do not use the AC power adaptor in a narrow space, such as between a wall and urniture.

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1. Open the LCD screen and press the Power ( ) buttonto turn on the camcorder. Set the lens cover open/close switch to open ( ).

2. To turn o the camcorder, press the Power ( ) button.

The camcorder operates the sel -diagnosis unction when powered on. I a warning message appears,re er to warning indicators and messages ( pages 104~106) and take corrective action.

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

the startup display. Select your geographical location and set the date and time. page 28I you do not set the date and time, the time zone screen appears every time you turn onthe camcorder.

Auto Power O Function To save battery power, you can set

the "Auto Power O " unction,which turns o the camcorder i there is no operation or 5 minutes.

To disable this option, change the"Auto Power O " setting to "O ."

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SWITCHING TO THE POWER SAVING MODEI you need to use camcorder or the extended time, the ollowing unctions enable you toprevent unnecessary energy consumption.

The power saving mode does not work in the ollowing situations:- When the camcorder has a cable connection. (USB or AV)- While recording, playback, or the slideshow is being operated.

The camcorder consumes the less battery power in the power saving mode (about 50% o thepower consumption in the standby mode) However, i you plan to use the camcorder or themaximum length o time period, it is recommended to turn o the camcorder by pressing the

Power ( ) button when not using it.

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This chapter introduces you to the basic operation procedures o this camcorder, such asturning the power on/o , switching modes, and setting on-screen indicators.

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You can switch the on-screen in ormation display mode.

Touch the Display( ) touch button. The ull and minimum display modes will alternate.

USING THE DISPLAY( ) TOUCH BUTTON

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

In the menu screen, the Display ( ) touch button will be deactivated.

You can switch the operating mode in the ollowingorder each time you press the MODE button.Record mode ( / ) Play mode ( ) Record mode ( / ). Each time the operation mode changes, the

respective mode indicator lights on.

Mode Icon Functions

Record mode / To record videos or photos.

Play mode To play videos or photos, or edit them.

SETTING THE OPERATION MODES

Switching the information display mode


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When a subject is lit rom behind, this unction willcompensate or lighting so that the subject is nottoo dark.Touch the Back Light ( ) touch button to display( ) icon on the screen. To cancel, touch the BackLight ( ) touch button again.

USING THE BACK LIGHT TOUCH BUTTON

Back lighting in uences recording when the subject is darker than the background:

The subject is in ront o a window. The subject is against a snowy background. The subject is outdoors and the background is

overcast.

The light sources are too bright. The person to be recorded is wearing whiteor shiny clothes and is placed against a brightbackground:The persons ace is too dark to distinguish his/ her eatures.

Contrast is enhanced or a clear and bright image. This e ect is alsoimplemented outdoors in bright daylight.

You can also adjust the screen brightness in two-level increments, whichprovides a brighter screen than using just one-level increment or yourrecording.

1. Touch the LCD Enhancer ( ) touch button.

LCD adjust ( ) indicator appears and the LCD brightens.2. You can switch the LCD Enhancer unction in the ollowing order each time

you touch the LCD Enhancer ( ) touch button. LCD Enhancer 1-level ( ): LCD Enhancer is executed. LCD Enhancer 2-level ( ): This setting is brighter

than the LCD Enhancer 1-level.

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The Shortcut menu (OK guide) represents the most requentlyaccessed unctions according to the selected mode.

For example: Setting EV (Exposure Value) in the Recordmode using the Shortcut menu (OK guide).

1. Press the OK button in STBY mode. The Shortcut menu (OK guide) is displayed.

2. Move the Control joystick ( ) to select EV mode. Move the Control joystick ( / ) to adjust the exposure while

viewing the image on the LCD screen.

3. Press the OK button to con rm your selection. Press the OK button to exit the shortcut menu. Exposure value setting will be applied and ( ) indicator

and setting value are displayed.

SHORTCUT MENU (OK GUIDE)

The Shortcut menu (OK guide) cannot be used in the SMART AUTO mode. The instruction above shows an example o setting EV mode in the Record mode. The setting

procedure could be di erent by menu item

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SHORTCUT FUNCTION USING THE CONTROL JOYSTICKS

Button Record ( / ) modePlay ( ) mode

MenuselectionVideo Play ( ) mode

Photo Play( ) mode

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OK- Access the shortcut menu- Con rm selection- Exit the shortcut menu

- Shortcut menu (OK guide) is displayed- Playback / Pause

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Decreases thevolume(during a slideshow)

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- Previous Skip Playback- Frame-by- rame playback- Slow motion playback

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1. Open the LCD screen and press the Power ( ) button to turn on thecamcorder. The Time Zone ( Home ) screen appears based on London, Lisbon

(Greenwich Mean Time). You can also set the Time Zone: Home rom the Settings

( ) menu. page 82

2. Select your geographical area with Control joystick ( / ), then press theOK button. The Date/Time Set screen appears.

3. Select the date and time in ormation, and change the setting values by usingthe Control joystick ( / / / ). To set the daylight saving, move the Control joystick ( / ) to select the

( ) icon, then move the Control joystick ( / ) to set Daylight Savingon/o .

- Activating Daylight Saving orwards the time by 1 hour.4. Make sure the clock is correctly set, and then press the OK button.

The year can be set up to 2037. Set Date/Time Display to On . page 85 A ter setting, the date and time are automatically recorded on a special data area o the storage media.

SETTING THE TIME ZONE AND DATE/TIME FOR THE FIRST TIMESet the date and time o your local area when turning on this camcorder or the rst time.


Built-in rechargeable battery Your camcorder includes a built-in rechargeable battery that retains the date and time settings even a ter the power

is turned o . Once the battery is depleted, the previous date/time values are all reset to de aults, and you need to recharge the

built-in rechargeable battery. The date/time must be set again.Charging the built-in rechargeable battery

The built-in battery is always recharged while your camcorder is connected to the AC power or while the battery

pack is attached. I the camcorder is not in use or about 2 months without connecting to the AC power or attachingthe battery pack, the built-in battery ully discharges. I this occurs, charge the built-in battery by connecting to thesupplied AC adaptor or 24 hours.

Turning the date and time display on/o To switch the date and time display on or o , access the menu and change the Date/Time Display mode. page 85Simple setting o the clock by time di erence

You can easily set the clock to the local time by setting a time di erence when using your camcorder abroad.Select "Time Zone" on the menu, then set the time di erence. page 82

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1. Press the MENU button Control joystick ( / ) Settings.

2. Move the Control joystick ( / ) to select Language, and thenpress the OK button.

3. Move the Control joystick ( / ) to select the desired OSDlanguage, and then press the OK button.

4. Press the MENU button to exit the menu. The OSD language is re reshed in the selected language.

Language options may be changed without prior notice. Selected language is retained even without the battery pack or AC power adaptor.

The date and time ormat may change depending on the language you selected.

SELECTING THE LANGUAGESYou can select the language that appears on the menu screen. The language setting is retained when thecamcorder is powered o .

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SELECTING THE STORAGE MEDIA (SMX-F43/F44 only) You can record on the built-in memory or a memory card, so the desired storage media

needs to be selected be ore starting recording or playback. You can use SD and SDHC cards on your camcorder.

(Some cards are not compatible depending on a memory card manu acturer and memorycard type.)

Be ore inserting or ejecting a memory card, turn the camcorder o .

Selecting the storage media1. Press the MENU button Control joystick ( / ) Settings.

2. Move the Control joystick ( / ) to select Storage Type, thenpress the OK button.

3. Move the Control joystick ( / ) to select Int. Memory or

Card, then press the OK button. Int. Memory : When using the built-in memory. Card : When using a memory card.

4. Press the MENU button to exit.


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Using the built-in memory (SMX-F43/F44 only) This camcorder has an embedded 8GB(SMX-F43 only) or 16GB(SMX-F44 only) memory.

Using a memory card (not supplied) This camcorder has a card slot or access to SD and SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity). You can use SD and SDHC cards on your camcorder.

- Some cards are not compatible depending on a memory card manu acturer and memorycard type.

Never ormat the built-in memory or memory card using a PC. I you insert a memory card when the camcorder is on, the pop-up message will prompt you

automatically to select the storage type. (SMX-F43/F44 only) I there is no memory card inserted, only the built-in memory will be available. (SMX-F43/F44only) Do not eject a memory card while it is being used in the camcorder. The memory card and its data

may be damaged. Do not remove the power (battery pack or AC power adaptor) when using storage media to record,

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INSERTING AND REMOVING A MEMORY CARD (NOT SUPPLIED)

1. Turn the camcorder o .

2. Open the memory card/jack cover asshown in the diagram.

3. Insert a memory card into the memorycard slot until it so tly clicks in the directiono the arrow shown in the diagram.

4. Close the cover.

1. Turn the camcorder o .

2. Open the memory card/jack cover asshown in the diagram.

3. Slightly push the memory card inwards topop it out.

4. Pull the memory card out o the memorycard slot and close the cover.

Your camcorder supports only SD(Secure Digital) and SDHC(Secure Digital High Capacity) cards.Compatibility with this camcorder may vary depending on the card manu acturer and type.

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Compatible memory cards This camcorder can be used with SD

(Secure Digital) and SDHC (Secure DigitalHigh Capacity) cards. It is recommendedto use an SDHC (Secure Digital HighCapacity) card. SD cards up to 2GB are

supported with this camcorder. Normaloperation is not guaranteed with SD cardsbigger than 2GB.

MMC (Multi Media Card) and MMC Plusare not supported.

Compatible memory card capacity:SD 512MB ~ 2GB, SDHC 4 ~ 32GB

Use compatible memory card brands. Others

are not guaranteed to work. Check thecompatibility when buying a memory card.- SDHC/SD cards: Panasonic, SanDisk,

TOSHIBA To record videos, use a memory card

supporting at least 2MB/s. SD/SDHC memory cards have a

mechanical write-protection switch. Settingthe switch prevents accidental erasureo les recorded on the card. To enablewriting, move the switch up in the directiono the terminals. To set write protection,move the switch down.

SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) ca SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity)

memory card- An SDHC card is a higher version (Ver.2.00)

o SD card and supports capacity above2GB.

- Cannot be used with current SDenabled host devices.

Common cautions for memory cards Damaged data may not be recovered. It

is recommended you make a back-up o important data separately on the hard disk

o your PC. Turning the power o or removing amemory card during an operation suchas ormatting, deleting, recording, andplayback may cause data loss.

A ter you modi y the name o a le or olderstored in the memory card using your PC,your camcorder may not recognize themodi ed le.

Handling a memory card It is recommended that you power o

be ore inserting or removing the memorycard to avoid data loss.

It is not guaranteed that you can use amemory card ormatted by other devices.Be sure to ormat your memory card usingthis camcorder.

You have to ormat newly-purchasedmemory cards, memory cards with datathat your camcorder cannot recognize orhas been saved by other devices. Notethat ormatting erases all data on thememory card.

Protection tab

SELECTING A SUITABLE MEMORY CARD

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I you cannot use a memory card that hasbeen used with another device, ormat itwith your camcorder. Note that ormattingerases all in ormation on the memory card.

A memory card has a certain li e span. I you cannot record new data, you have topurchase a new memory card.

A memory card is a precision electronicmedia. Do not bend it, drop it, or cause a

strong impact. Do not place oreign substances on thememory card terminals. Use a so t drycloth to clean the terminals i required.

Do not paste anything other than the labelprovided with the card on the label pastingsection.

Be care ul to keep the memory card out o the reach o children, who might swallowit.

Notes on use Samsung is not responsible or data loss

due to misuse. We recommend using a memory card

case to avoid losing data rom moving andstatic electricity.

A ter a period o use, the memory cardmay get warm. This is normal and is not amal unction.

The camcorder supports SD andSDHC memory cards or data storagepre erence!

The data storage speed may di er,according to the manu acturer andproduction system. SLC (single level cell) system: aster

write speed enabled. MLC (multi level cell) system: onlylower write speed is supported.For best results, we recommend usinga memory card that supports asterwrite speed.Using a lower write speed memorycard or recording video may cause

di culties when storing.You may even lose your video dataduring the recording.In an attempt to preserve any bit o therecorded video, the camcorder orciblystores the movie on the memory cardand displays a warning:Low speed card. Please record alower resolution.I you are unavoidably using a lowspeed memory card, resolution andquality o the recording may be lowerthan the set value. pages 47~48The higher the resolution and quality,the more memory will be used.



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The gures in the table may di er depending on the actual recording conditions and 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 su er. The bit rate automatically adjusts to the recording image. Accordingly, the recording time may vary. Memory cards bigger than 32GB may not operate normally. The recording length o a Time Lapse REC may vary depending on settings. A memory card that is used to store a video can cause un-writable areas, which may result in reduced

recording time and ree memory space. The maximum size o a video (H.264/AVC) le that can be recorded at one time is 1.8GB. The camcorder can store up to 9,999 les o videos and photos in one memory card. Video (or photo) images recorded by other equipment are not playable on this camcorder. Items marked with * are available only with 8GB(SMX-F43 only), 16GB(SMX-F44 only) models. For recording, the 16:9 aspect ratio will use more memory than the 4:3 aspect ratio. You can select

the desired LCD display aspect ratio or recording or playback (16:9 Wide/4:3 aspect ratio). page 49

Recordable time available for video

Recordable number of photos

Media Built-in memory* Memory CardCapacity 8GB 16GB 1GB 2GB 4GB 8GB 16GB 32GB

TV Super Fine( ) 720x480(60i) 190min 380min. 23min 47min 95min 190min 380min 760min

TV Fine ( ) 720x480(60i) 240min 480min. 30min 60min 120min 240min 480min 960min

TV Normal ( ) 720x480(60i) 310min 620min. 38min 77min 155min 310min 620min 1,240min

Web Fine ( ) 640x480(30p) 240min 480min. 30min 60min 120min 240min 480min 960minWeb Normal

( ) 640x480(30p)310min 620min. 38min 77min 155min 310min 620min 1,240min

(Unit: Approximate minutes o recording)


Media Built-in memory* Memory CardCapacity

8GB 16GB 1GB 2GB 4GB 8GB 16GB 32GBMode Resolution

4:3800x600 9,999 9,999 1,920 3,840 7,680 9,999 9,999 9,999

1600x1200 6,080 9,999 760 1,530 3,040 6,080 9,999 9,999

16:9848x480 9,999 9,999 1,920 3,840 7,680 9,999 9,999 9,999

1696x960 6,080 9,999 760 1,530 3,040 6,080 9,999 9,999

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Basic procedures to record a video or photo image are described below and on the ollowing pages.

RECORDING VIDEOS

PRECHECK! Open the LCD screen and press the Power ( ) button to turn on the camcorder.

Set the appropriate storage media. page 30 (SMX-F43/F44 only) (I you want to record on a memorycard, insert a memory card.)

Select 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 the subject.

page 392. Press the Recording start/stop button.

The recording ( ) indicator appears, and recording starts.3. To stop recording, press the Recording start/stop button again.

I power is interrupted or an error occurs during recording, the video may not be recorded/edited. Samsung is not responsible or any damage occurred by a ailure o normal recording or playback

operation because o memory card error. Note that damaged data cannot be recovered.

For on-screen in ormation display. pages 12~13 Eject the battery pack when you have nished recording to prevent unnecessary battery power consumption. For various unctions available when you record videos. page 45 During recording, some button operations are unavailable. ( MODE button, MENU button, etc.) Sound is recorded rom the internal stereo microphone on the top- ront o the camcorder.

Take care that this microphone is not blocked. Be ore recording an important video, make sure to test the recording unction to check i there is any problem with the

audio and video recording. Do not operate the Power ( ) button or remove a memory card while accessing the storage media. Doing so may

damage the storage media or the data on the storage media. LCD screen brightness and color can be adjusted rom the menu. Adjusting the brightness or color o the LCD screen

does not a ect the image to be recorded. page 86 This camcorder provides one combined video and photo record mode. You can easily record videos or photos in the same mode without having to change it. You cannot use a locked memory card or recording. You will see a message saying recording is disabled due to the lock. You can switch the play mode to the record mode by pressing the Recording start/stop or MODE button. I the power cable/battery is disconnected or recording is disabled during recording, the system is switched to the data

recovery mode. While data is being recovered, no other unction is enabled. A ter data recovery, the system will be

switched to the STBY mode. When the recording time is short, the data recovery might ail.

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This camcorder eatures two Recording start/stop buttons. One is on the rear side o the camcorder, theother is on the LCD screen. Select the one that worksbest or you.

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bas c eco d gTAKING PHOTOS

PRECHECK! Open the LCD screen and press the Power ( ) button on the camcorder.

Set the appropriate storage media. page 30 (SMX-F43/F44 only) (I you want to record on a memorycard, insert a memory card.) Select 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 capturing. Use the Zoom lever or Zoom button to adjust the size o the

subject. page 392. Adjust the subject at the center o the LCD screen.

3. Fully press the PHOTO button. The shutter sound is heard. (when Shutter Sound: On is set). To continue capturing, wait until the current photo is completely

saved on the storage media.

Recordable number o photos varies depending on the photo size and quality. page 34 Audio is not recorded when taking photos. I ocusing is di cult, use the manual ocus unction. page 58 Do not turn o the camcorder or remove the memory card when taking photos as it may damage

the storage media or data. For the on-screen display in ormation, see pages 12~13. Adjust brightness and contrast o the LCD screen using menu items. Doing so does not a ect the

recorded image. page 86 Photo les con orm to the DCF (Design rule or Camera File system) standard, established by JEITA(Japan Electronics and In ormation Technology Industries Association.)

Available photo resolutions are 1696X960 and 848X480 in 16:9 aspect ratio, while 1600X1200 and800X600 are available in 4:3 aspect ratio. (To switch to 4:3, release 16:9 mode.) page 49

This camcorder provides one combined video and photo record mode. You can easily recordvideos or photos in the same mode without having to change it.

You can switch the play mode to the record mode by pressing the PHOTO or MODE button. Using the Quick View unction, you can view the most recently recorded video or photo image right

a ter your recording. page 37

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1. Press the OK button in STBY mode right a ter your recording. Shortcut menu (OK guide) is displayed on the LCD screen.

2. Move the Control joystick ( ) to view the most recent video(or photo) you have recorded. A ter the Quick view is nished, your camcorder switches back to the

STBY mode. During the Quick view, use the Control joystick ( / / / OK) or

playback search or to delete the current le.

qUICK VIEW FUNCTION IN THE RECORD MODE

OK

Auto Exposure

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Using the Quick View unction, you can view the mostrecently recorded video or photo image right a ter yourrecording.

The quick View unction is not available in the ollowing conditions: (The Quick View icon isdimmed in the Shortcut menu.) I the mode has been changed a ter the recording or the camcorder is connected with the USB cable. I the camcorder has been turned o and on again a ter the recording. In the SMART AUTO mode. A ter using the Quick View unction.

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1. Touch the SMART AUTO( SMARTAUTO ) touch button. The SMART AUTO( SMARTAUTO ) and Anti-Shake(HDIS)( ) icons appear on the

screen at the same time.2. Adjust the subject on the LCD screen.

The camcorder detects the subject and automatically selects a type o scene. According to the detected type o scene, the corresponding icon will appear.

: Appears when recording landscape.: Appears when recording with a very bright background.

: Appears when recording a night scene.: Appears when recording a portrait outdoors at night.: Appears when recording indoors.: Appears when recording a portrait.: Appears when recording a close-up.

3. Press the Recording start/stop button or PHOTObutton. pages 35~36 To record videos, press the Recording start/stop button. To take photos, press the PHOTObutton.

4. To cancel SMART AUTO mode, touch theSMART AUTO( SMARTAUTO ) touch button again.

The SMART AUTO(SMART

AUTO ) and Anti-Shake(HDIS)( ) icons disappear rom the screen.

RECORDING WITH EASE FOR BEGINNERS (SMART AUTO MODE)

PRECHECK!Select the Record ( / ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 24

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TUser- riendlySMART AUTO optimises your camcorderto the recording conditions automatically, providingbeginners with the best per ormance.

Unavailable buttons during SMART AUTO operation:MENUbutton / OKbutton/ etc. Most settings are automatically adjusted in SMART AUTO mode.To set or adjust unctions on your own, release the SMART AUTO mode f rst.

SMART AUTO must be set be ore recording. When there is no detected scene, the (

SMARTAUTO ) icon appears.

The camcorder may not detect the Portrait mode when recording a ace, depending on a position o the ace or brightness. Depending on conditions such as lighting, shake o the camcorder, or distance to the subject, the same scene mode could be detected di erently. When recording more than two scenes at the same time, SMART AUTO icon priority order is showed as below:

Night Portrait > Portrait > Macro > White > Landscape > Night > IndoorFor example,a) I Portrait and Indoor occur at the same time, Portrait is activated.

b) I Night Portrait and Night occur at the same time, Night Portrait is activated.

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ZOOMING

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To zoom inSlide the Zoom lever towards T (telephoto).(Or move the Control joystick ( ) on the LCD panel.)

To zoom outSlide the Zoom lever towards W (wide-angle).(Or move the Control joystick ( ) on the LCD panel.)

You can zoom with the zoom lever or the Control (W/T) button on the LCD panel. Zoom magni cation over 65x is done through digital image processing, and is there ore called digital

zoom. Digital zooming is possible up to 2200x. Set Zoom Type to Digital Zoom. page 63

The minimum possible distance between the camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp ocusis about 0.39 inch (1cm) or wide-angle and about 39.4 inches (1m) or telephoto. Optical zoom preserves image quality, but during digital zoom the image quality may su er. Fast zooming or zooming in subject at a ar distance may produce slow ocusing. I this occurs,

use Manual Focus. page 58 It is recommended to use Anti-Shake (HDIS) with handheld recording i the subject is zoomed in

and enlarged. Frequent use o the zoom unction consumes more power. Zooming during a recording may record operation sound o the zoom lever or zoom button. When using the zoom unction, its speed can be decreased by slowly moving the Zoom (W/T) lever.

A ast moving increases the zoom speed. However, the Zoom (W/T) button on the display cannotadjust the zoom speed.

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Use the zoom unction or close-up or wide-anglerecording. This camcorder allows you to recordusing 52x optical power zoom, 65x Intelli-zoomand 2200x digital zoom.

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p y You can view recorded videos and photos in thumbnail index view and play them in various

ways. In the thumbnail index view, you can directly select and display a desired imagewithout using ast orwarding and rewinding.

This camcorder provides one combined video and photo record mode. You can easilyrecord videos or photos in the same mode without having to change it.

CHANGING THE PLAYBACK MODE Pressing the MODE button changes the operation mode to Record ( / ) and Play ( )

mode in turn. The recorded videos or photos are displayed in thumbnail index view. According to theprevious record mode, recordings will be stored in videos or photos thumbnail index view,respectively. When switching to Play mode a ter recording a video, the video's thumbnailindex view appears. When switching to Play mode a ter recording a photo, the photo'sthumbnail index view appears.

How to change between video and photo thumbnail view.

You can simply switch between video and photo thumbnail view using the zoom lever.

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Multi View Option provides sorting thumbnails o recorded videos and photos by di erent displayoptions (recording, recorded date). page 68

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MODE

1 . Open the LC D screen and press the Power ( ) button to turn on thecamcorder. page 23 Set the appropriate storage media. (SMX-F43/F44 only) page 30

(I you want to playback images on a memory card, insert a memorycard.)

2. Press the MODE button to select the Play mode. The thumbnail index view appears. The thumbnail highlight is on the latest

created or played le.3. Select the Video thumbnail index view screen.

You can simply switch between video and photo thumbnail view using thezoom lever.

Playing time o the selected le and the thumbnail showing the videoplayback will appear on the screen.

4. Use the Control joystick ( / / / ) to select the desired videos, and thenpress the OK button.

I you set the Date/Time Display be ore video playback, the date/timeappears brief y or about a second and then the selected video startsplaying.

Shortcut menu or playback will be displayed or 3 seconds. The selected videos are played according to the Play Option setting.

page 69 To stop playback and return to the thumbnail index view, move the zoom lever.

PLAYING BACK VIDEOS

PRECHECK! This unction works only in Video Play ( ) mode. You can nd a desired video image quickly using the thumbnail index view.

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Loading time o a video to be played back may become slow depending on the video resolution.

Video les may not playback on the camcorder in the ollowing cases:- Video les edited or renamed on a PC- Video les recorded by devices other than the camcorder- Video le ormats that are supported

The built-in speaker automatically turns o when the Audio/Video cable is connected to the camcorder. (Whenconnected to external devices, volume adjustment should be done on the connected external device.)

You can playback recorded video les on a TV or a PC. pages 94,100 You can upload recorded videos or photos YouTube, Flickr, and Facebook using Intelli-studio. page 101 For various unctions available during playback, see playback options. pages 67~78 Use the Quick View unction i you want to preview the last recorded video or photos. page 37

You can preview recorded videos in a thumbnailindex view. Find your desired video quickly,and playback directly.

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Still playback (pause) ( / ) Press the OK button during playback.

- To resume normal playback, press the OK button again.Search playback ( / ) During playback, move and hold the Control joystick ( ) or orward

search, or to the le t or reverse search. Moving the Control joystick to ( / ) repeatedly increases the search

speed or each direction.- RPS (Reverse Playback Search) rate: x2 x4 x8 x16- FPS (Forward Playback Search) rate: x2 x4 x8 x16

To resume normal playback, press the OK button.Skip playback ( / ) During playback, move the Control joystick ( ) to locate the start point

o the next le. Moving the Control joystick ( ) repeatedly skips les inthe orward direction.

During playback, move the Control joystick ( ) to locate the start pointo the current le. Moving the Control joystick ( ) repeatedly skips les in the reverse direction.

Move the Control joystick( ) within 3 seconds rom the start point o the

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