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VP-HMX10
VP-HMX10A
VP-HMX10C
VP-HMX10N
VP-HMX10CN
VP-HMX10ED
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key features of your HD camcorder The HD camcorder is capable of recording and playing back both High Definition (HD: 1280x720p) and Standard Definition (SD: 720x576p) image quality. Select the recording image quality, HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition), before recording. ENJOYING IMAGES WITH HIGH DEFINITION (HD) QUALITY You can view record video with HD (high definition) image quality. • This HD camcorder adopts the advanced 720p effective scanning lines to reproduce a sharper i
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R R POWE R POWE POWE FEATURES OF YOUR NEW HD CAMCORDER 1.61 Mega pixel (Gross) CMOS sensor 1/4.5” CMOS sensor provides stunning detail and clarity with exceptional video (1280 lines of resolution-HD mode or 720 lines of horizontal resolution-SD mode) and still image performance (3.0 mega pixels). Unlike traditional CCD imagers, CMOS sensors require less power, providing better battery performance. High-capacity embedded flash memory (VP-HMX10A/HMX10C/HMX10CN/HMX10ED only) The HD camcorder has
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safety warnings What the icons and signs in this user manual mean: Means that death or serious personal injury is a risk. WARNING Means that there is a potential risk for personal injury or material damage. CAUTION To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when using your HD camcorder, follow these basic safety precautions: CAUTION Means hints or referential pages that may be helpful when operating the HD camcorder. These warning signs are here to prevent injur
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important information on use BEFORE USING THIS CAMCORDER • This HD camcorder records video in H.264 (MPEG4 part10/AVC) format and at High (HD-VIDEO) and Standard Resolution (SD-VIDEO). • Please note that this HD camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats. • Before recording important video, make a trial recording. Play back your trial recording to make sure the video and audio have been recorded properly. • The recorded contents cannot be compensated for: - Samsung cannot com
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important information on use ABOUT THIS USER MANUAL • This user manual covers models VP-HMX10, VP-HMX10A, VP-HMX10C, VP-HMX10N, VP-HMX10CN, and VP-HMX10ED. The VP-HMX10A, VP-HMX10C/HMX10CN, and VP-HMX10ED have a 4GB, 8GB, and 16GB built-in flash memory respectively but also use memory cards. The VP-HMX10/HMX10N does not have built-in flash memory and uses memory cards exclusively. Although some features of VP-HMX10, VP-HMX10A, VP-HMX10C, VP-HMX10N, VP-HMX10CN, and VP- HMX10ED are different
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precautions when using IMPORTANT NOTE • Handle the liquid crystal display (LCD) with care: - The LCD is a very delicate display device: Do not press its surface with force, hit it or prick it with a sharp object. - If you push the LCD surface, unevenness in display may occur. If unevenness does not disappear, turn the camcorder off, wait for a few moments, and then turn it on again. - Do not place the camcorder with the open LCD screen down. - Close the LCD screen when not using the camcorder.
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precautions when using • Do not point directly at the sun: - If direct sunlight strikes the lens, the HD camcorder could malfunction or a fire could occur. - Do not leave the HD camcorder with the LCD screen exposed to direct sunlight: This could cause a malfunction. • Do not use the HD camcorder near TV or radio: This could cause noise to appear on the TV screen or on radio broadcasts. • Do not use the HD camcorder near strong radio waves or magnetism: If the HD camcorder is used near strong
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contents 05 INTRODUCTION TO BASIC FEATURES 06 What is included with your HD camcorder GETTING TO KNOW YOUR HD 07 Front & left view CAMCORDER 08 Right & top view 09 Rear & bottom view 06 10 Using the remote control PREPARATION 11 Installing the button-type battery 11 Using the cradle 12 Holding the HD camcorder 10 13 Charging the battery pack 17 Basic HD camcorder operation 18 Screen indicators 22 Using the display ( )/ iCHECK button 22 Using the LCD enhancer ( ) 23 Using the LCD screen 24 Init
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contents 31 Recording movie images RECORDING 33 Taking photo images 34 Recording with ease for beginners (EASY Q mode) 35 Capturing still images during movie image playback 31 36 Using the external microphone 36 Zooming 37 Self record using the remote control 38 Changing the playback mode PLAYBACK 39 Playing movie images 41 Viewing photo images 38 43 Connecting to a TV CONNECTION 46 Dubbing images on a VCR or DVD/HDD recorder USING THE MENU ITEMS 47 Handling menus and quick menus 49 Menu items 5
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72 Deleting a section of a movie image EDITING MOVIE IMAGES 73 Dividing a movie image 74 Combining two movie images 75 Playlist 72 78 Protection from accidental erasure IMAGE MANAGEMENT 79 Deleting images 80 Copying images (VP-HMX10A/HMX10C/HMX10CN/HMX10ED only) 81 Moving images (VP-HMX10A/HMX10C/HMX10CN/HMX10ED only) 78 82 DPOF print setting PRINTING PHOTO IMAGES 83 Direct printing with a PictBridge printer 85 System requirements CONNECTING TO A PC 86 Installing the Cyberlink DVD Suite 88 Conne
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contents 92 Maintenance MAINTENANCE & ADDITIONAL 93 Additional information INFORMATION 95 Using your HD camcorder abroad TROUBLESHOOTING 96 Troubleshooting 109 SPECIFICATIONS 110 POWER SOURCES (UNITED KINGDOM ONLY) 4_ English
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POWE R introduction to basic features This chapter introduces you to the basic features of your HD camcorder. See the reference pages below for more information. Step 1 Preparation INSERT INSERT BA TTER Y BA TTER Y P ACK P ACK • Charging the battery pack page 13 • Setting the date/time and OSD language pages 24-25 • Setting the storage media (built-in memory or memory card) page 26 (VP-HMX10A/HMX10C/HMX10CN/HMX10ED only) Step 2 Recording • Recording movie or photo images pages 31, 33 Step 3
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getting to know your HD camcorder WHAT IS INCLUDED WITH YOUR HD CAMCORDER Your new HD camcorder comes with the following accessories. If any of these items is missing from your box, call Samsung’s Customer Care Centre. ✪ The exact appearance of each item may vary by model. Battery pack (IA-BP85ST) AC power adaptor (AA-E9 type) Multi-AV cable Component cable USB cable User manual Button-type battery Remote control Cradle Software CD Pouch HDMI cable* Carrying Case* The
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FRONT & LEFT VIEW Recording indicator COMPONENT / AV / S-Video ( ) jack LED Light RESET button Remote sensor HDMI jack Lens Jack cover Internal microphone TFT LCD screen (Touch panel) Built-in speaker Recording start/stop button Zoom (W/T) button Display ( ) / iCHECK button LCD enhancer ( ) button Q.MENU button USB jack English _07
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POWER getting to know your HD camcorder RIGHT & TOP VIEW CLOSE OPEN PHOTO button Battery pack / Memory card cover Zoom (W/T) lever Grip belt hook Battery pack slot Grip belt BATT. RELEASE switch Swivel handle Memory card slot Lens open / close switch 08_ English
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REAR & BOTTOM VIEW MODE button / Mode indicator POWER switch (Movie ( ) / Photo ( ) / Play ( ) mode) External microphone (MIC) jack Charging (CHG) indicator EASY Q button Tripod receptacle DC IN jack Recording start/stop button Cradle receptacle English _09
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preparation This section provides information on using this HD camcorder; such as how to use the provided accessories, how to charge the battery, how to set up the operation mode and initial set up. USING THE REMOTE CONTROL REC button DISPLAY ( ) button Skip ( ) button / Stop ( ) button MENU button Control ( ) buttons / / / / PHOTO button Zoom (W/T) button SELF TIMER button Search ( ) button / Slow playback ( ) button Play/Pause ( ) button Q.MENU button The buttons on
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INSTALLING THE BUTTON-TYPE BATTERY Installing the button-type battery in the remote control 1 1. Turn the battery holder counterclockwise (as indicated with () mark) using your fingernail or a coin to open it. The battery holder opens. 2. Insert the battery into the battery holder with the positive (+) terminal facing down and press it firmly until you hear a locking sound. 3. Place the battery holder back in the remote control, match its () mark with the () mark on the remote control, and
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preparation HOLDING THE HD CAMCORDER Attaching the grip belt Insert your right hand from the bottom of the HD camcorder up to the base of your thumb. Put your hand in a position where you can easily operate the Recording start/stop button, PHOTO button, and the Zoom lever. Adjust the length of grip belt so that the HD camcorder is stable when you press the Recording start/stop button with your thumb. 1. Detach the belt. 2. Adjust the length of the grip belt and attach it. Angle Adjustment Ro
