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User Manual
High Defi nition Digital Camcorder
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HMX-H200BN/HMX-H200SN/HMX-H200LN/HMX-H200RN
HMX-H203BN/HMX-H203SN/HMX-H203LN/HMX-H203RN
HMX-H204BN/HMX-H204SN/HMX-H204LN/HMX-H204RN
HMX-H205BN/HMX-H205SN/HMX-H205LN/HMX-H205RN
HMX-H220BN/HMX-H220SN/HMX-H220LN/HMX-H220RN
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key features of your full HD camcorder High Sensitivity BSI CMOS Sensor Normal CMOS BSI CMOS Samsung’s newly developed BSI CMOS Image Sensor provides double the light sensitivity of normal CMOS sensors and reduces light loss. You’ll get superior pictures with much clearer images under low light conditions. Full HD 1080 Viewing Performance Your camcorder uses advanced H.264 compression technology to give you the clearest video quality. Its full HD resolution displays your pictures more clearly
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Shift over wider range of motion with Smart OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) Smart OIS improves on existing Optical Image Stabilization by allowing the camcorder lens to shift over wider range of motion in wide/tele zoom position. This allows the camcorder to compensate for greater degrees of camcorder shake and delivers a stunning level of image smoothness. Magic Finger Focus, Magic Finger Shot STBY 00:00:00 [307Min] To focus on a subject, just touch the screen and 9999 shoot. You
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before reading this user manual SAFETY WARNINGS What the icons and signs in this user manual mean; Means that there is a potential risk of death or serious injury. WARNING Means that there is a potential risk of personal injury or damage to the product. CAUTION To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when using your camcorder, follow these basic safety precautions. CAUTION Means hints or referential pages that may be helpful when operating the camcorder. These
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON USE Before using this camcorder Copyrights: Please note that this (MPEG4 part10/AVC) format and in High camcorder is intended for individual use Definition Video (HD-VIDEO) or Standard Data recorded on the storage media in this camcorder using other digital/analog media compatible with other digital video or devices is protected by the copyright act and cannot be used without permission of the owner of the copyright, except for personal enjoyme
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before reading this user manual • Inthis user manual, theicon or symbolin Notes regarding trademarks the parenthesis appearingin a description of asubmenu itemindicates it will • Allthe tradenames and registered appearon the screen when settingthe trademarks mentioned in thismanual or correspondingitem. other documentation providedwith your Ex) Submenuitem of “ Video Quality” Samsungproduct are trademarks or
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important safety instructions This symbol indicates that dangerous CAUTION voltage consisting a risk of electric RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK shock is present within this unit. DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, This symbol indicates that there are DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). important operating and maintenance NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE instructions in the literature REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. accompanying this unit. Warning To Reduce The R
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important safety instructions 15. Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or 20. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING: splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such CAMCORDER, be sure the antenna or cable as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. system is grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static VENTILATION: charges, Section 810 of the National Electrical Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides for venti
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23. OVERLOADING: 27. REPLACEMENT PARTS: Do not overload wall outlets and extension When replacement parts are required, be sure cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric the service technician has used replacement shock. parts specified by the manufacturer and having the same characteristics as the original part. 24. OBJECTS AND LIQUIDS: Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, Never push objects of any kind into this electric shock or other hazards. CAMCORDER throu
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important safety instructions USER INSTALLER CAUTION: NOTE: Your authority to operate this FCC certified This equipment has been tested and found to equipment could be voided if you make changes or comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, modifications not expressly approved by this party pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. responsible for compliance to part 15 FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable NOTE: protection against harmful interference in a reside
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SAND safety information The safety precautions illustrated below are to prevent personal injury or material damages. Heed all instructions carefully. WARNING Prohibited action. Do not touch the product. Means that there is a potential risk of serious personal injury. Do not disassemble the This precaution must be kept. CAUTION product. Means that there is a potential risk of personal injury or Unplug from the power supply. damage to the product WARNING Using the camcorder at temp
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safety information Do not connect the AC adaptor unless Never use cleaning fluid or similar the plug can be fully inserted with no Do not dispose of battery in a fire chemicals. Do not spray cleaners part of the blades exposed. as it may explode. directly on the camcorder. Keep the used lithium battery or memory card out of the reach Keep the camcorder away from of children. If the lithium battery water when used near the beach or or memory card is swallowed Do not plug or unplug the
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CAUTION Do not press the surface of the Do not drop or expose the camcorder, Do not use the camcorder on a tripod (not supplied) in a place LCD with force, or hit it with a sharp battery, AC adaptor or other accessories object. If you push the LCD surface, to severe vibrations or impact. This may where it is subject to severe vibrations or impact. display unevenness may occur. cause a malfunction or injury. Do not use the camcorder Do not expose the camcorder to near direct sunl
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safety information Do not use the camcorder near Do not hold the camcorder by the Do not use the camcorder near strong radio waves or magnetism LCD monitor when lifting it. The TV or radio: This could cause such as speakers and a large LCD screen could detach and the noise on the TV screen or to radio motor. Noise could enter video or camcorder may fall. broadcasts. audio that are being recorded. Use Samsung-approved accessories only. Using products from other manufacturers may
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contents 07 You can record videos in H.264 format! QUICK START GUIDE 07 11 What’s included with your camcorder GETTING TO KNOW THE 12 Location of controls CAMCORDER 14 Identifying the screen displays 11 16 Using the battery GETTING STARTED 18 Checking the battery state 16 21 Turning your camcorder on/off BASIC OPERATION OF THE 22 Switching to the power saving mode CAMCORDER 23 Setting the operation modes 24 Using the display( ) button 24 Using the touch panel 21 25 Setting the time zone and
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contents 34 Recording videos BASIC RECORDING 36 Capturing photos during video recording (dual recording) 37 Recording photos 38 Recording with ease for beginners 34 (Smart Auto) 39 Capturing photos while playing back videos 40 Zooming 41 Setting the anti-shake (OIS: Optical Image Stabilizer) 42 Using back light compensation mode BASIC PLAYBACK 43 Changing the playback mode 44 Playing back videos 46 Viewing photos 47 Viewing a slide show 48 Zooming during photo playback 43 ADVANCED RECORDIN
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70 Play Option ADVANCED PLAYBACK 71 Highlight 72 VIEW 73 Story-Board Print 73 File Info 70 74 Storage Type (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only) SYSTEM SETTING 74 Storage Info (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only) 74 Card Info (HMX-H200/H220 only) 75 Format 76 File No. 74 76 Time Zone 77 Date/Time Set 77 Date Type 78 Time Type 78 Date/Time Display 79 LCD Brightness 79 Auto LCD Off 80 Beep Sound 80 Shutter Sound 81 Auto Power Off 82 Quick On STBY 83 PC Software 84 USB Connect 84 HDMI TV Out 85 Analog TV Out 86 TV Conne
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contents Protection from accidental erasure FILE MANAGEMENT 97 Deleting files 98 Copying files (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only) 96 99 DPOF printing setting PRINTING PHOTOS 100 Direct printing with a pictbridge printer 99 CONNECTING TO A TV 102 Connecting to a high definition TV 104 Connecting to a regular TV 106 Viewing on a TV screen 102 107 Dubbing to a VCR or DVD/HDD recorder DUBBING VIDEOS 107 USING WITH A WINDOWS 108 Checking your computer type 109 What you can do with a windows COMPUTER comput
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quick start guide This quick start guide introduces the basic operation and features of your camcorder. See the reference pages for more information. You can record videos in H.264 format that is convenient to email and share with your friends and family. You can also take photos with your camcorder. STEP1: Get ready 1. Insert a memory card. High Capacity) or SD memory cards with this camcorder. Set the appropriate storage media. page 27 (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only) Label pasting por
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quick start guide Recording videos with HD (high defi nition) image quality Recording photos Your camcorder uses advanced H.264 1. Open the LCD screen. compression technology give you the 2. Press the PHOTO button lightly to clearest video quality. page 54 adjust the focus, then press it fully (a 1. Open the LCD screen. shutter click sounds). you open the LCD screen. 2. Press the Recording start/stop button. Recording start/stop button. 00:00:00 [307Min] MENU Tip Using ‘Q
