Samsung Camcorder SMX-F50P English User Manual

8/7/2019 Samsung Camcorder SMX-F50P English User Manual

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SAFETY WARNINGS

What the icons and signs in this user manual mean;

WARNINGThere is a potential risk o death or serious injury.

CAUTION

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

To reduce the risk o ire, explosion, electric shock,or personal injury when using your camcorder, ollowthese basic saety precautions.

Here are hints or page number reerences you will

ind helpul when you operate the camcorder.Settings required beore using a unction.

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

PRECAUTIONS

Warning!When using the AC power adapter with your camcorder, connect the

adapter to an outlet with protective grounding.Do not expose the camcorder battery to direct sunlight, heaters,radiators, ire, or any source o excessive heat.

Caution

I you replace the battery with the wrong battery, you can cause anexplosion. Replace only with the same battery or an equivalent type.

To disconnect the apparatus rom the mains, the plug must be pulled out

rom the mains socket, thereore the mains plug shall be readily operable.

Thank you or purchasing this Samsung Camcorder. Please readthis user manual careully beore you use the camcorder and keepit handy or uture reerence. Should your camcorder ail to operatecorrectly, reer to Troubleshooting.

This User Manual covers models SMX-F0, SMX-F,SMX-F4, SMX-F00, SMX-F01 and SMX-F0.

The SMX-F50, SMX-F500, SMX-F501 and SMX-F530 do not

have built-in lash memory and uses memory cards. Althoughsome eatures o the SMX-F50, SMX-F53, SMX-F54, SMX-F500,SMX-F501 and SMX-F530 models are dierent, they operate inthe same way.

Illustrations o model SMX-F50 are used in this user manual.

The displays in this user manual may not be exactly the sameas those you see on the LCD screen.

Designs and specifications of the camcorder and otheraccessories are subject to change without any notice.

In this user manuals function description tables, the icon

shown in the on-screen display column will appear on thescreen when you set the corresponding function.

Ex) TV Super Fine - "Video Resolution" Submenu item

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Item UseOn-screen

display

"TV SuperFine"

Videos recorded in 720x576 (50i) resolution atsuper-ine image quality.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON USE

Before reading this user manual

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I you set TV Super Fine, the corresponding icon ( ) will appearon the screen.

Descriptions o the built-in memory in this user manual applyonly to the ollowing models: SMX-F53 (8GB), SMX-F54 (16GB).

The following terms are used in this manual:

Scene reers to the point where you press the Record Start/Stop button to start recording until you press again to pause therecording.

The terms photo and still image are used interchangeably with

the same meaning.

Beore using this camcorder

This camcorder records video in H.264 (MPEG4 part10/AVC)format and in Standard Definition Video (SD-VIDEO).

You can play back and edit the video recorded by thecamcorder on a personal computer using the internalsoftware of this camcorder.

Please note that this camcorder is not compatible with otherdigital video formats.

Before recording important video, make a trial recording.Play back your trial recording to make sure the video and audiohave been recorded properly.

Recorded contents may be lost due to a mistake when handlingthis camcorder or memory card, etc. Samsung will not providecompensation or damages due to the loss o recorded contents.

Make a backup of important recorded data.Protect your important recorded data by copying the iles toa PC. We also recommend you copy it rom your PC to otherrecording media or storage. Reer to the sotware installation andUSB connection guide.

Copyrights: Please note that this camcorder is intended forindividual use only.Data recorded on the storage media in this camcorder usingother digital/analogue media or devices is protected by theCopyright Act and cannot be used without permission o theowner o the copyright, except or personal enjoyment. Even iyou record an event such as a show, perormance, or exhibitionor personal enjoyment, we strongly recommend that you obtainpermission beorehand.

For Open Source licenses inormation, reer to theOpensource-F50.pd in the provided CD-ROM


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Notes regarding trademarks

All the trade names and registered trademarks mentioned in this

manual or other documentation provided with your Samsungproduct are trademarks or registered trademarks o theirrespective holders.The SD logo is a trademark. The SDHC logo is a trademark.Microsot, Windows, Windows Vista and DirectX are eitherregistered trademarks or trademarks o the Microsot Corporationin the United States and/or other countries.Intel, Core, and Pentium are the registered trademarks ortrademarks o the Intel Corporation in the United States and othercountries.Macintosh, Mac OS are either registered trademarks ortrademarks o Apple Inc. in the United States and/or othercountries.YouTube is a trademark o Google Inc.Flickr is a trademark o Yahoo.Facebook is a trademark o Facebook Inc.Twitter is a trademark o Twitter Inc.Picasa is a trademark o Google Inc.Adobe, the Adobe logo, and Adobe Acrobat are either registeredtrademarks or trademarks o Adobe Systems Incorporated in theUnited States and/or other countries.

All the other product names mentioned here in may bethe trademark or registered trademarks o their respectivecompanies. Furthermore, TM and are not mentioned ineach case in this manual.


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Correct Disposal of This Product

(Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)

(Applicable in the European Union and other Europeancountries with separate collection systems)This marking on the product, accessories or literatureindicates that the product and its electronic accessories (e.g.charger, headset, USB cable) should not be disposed owith other household waste at the end o their working lie. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human healthrom uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate theseitems rom other types o waste and recycle them responsiblyto promote the sustainable reuse o material resources.

Household users should contact either the retailer wherethey purchased this product, or their local governmentofce, or details o where and how they can take theseitems or environmentally sae recycling.

Business users should contact their supplier and checkthe terms and conditions o the purchase contract. Thisproduct and its electronic accessories should not be mixedwith other commercial wastes or disposal.

Correct disposal of batteries in this product

(Applicable in the European Union and other Europeancountries with separate battery return systems)

This marking on the battery, manual or packaging indicatesthat the batteries in this product should not be disposed of withother household waste at the end of their working life. Wheremarked, the chemical symbols Hg, Cd or Pb indicate that thebattery contains mercury, cadmium or lead above the referencelevels in EC Directive 2006/66. If batteries are not properlydisposed of, these substances can cause harm to human healthor the environment.

To protect natural resources and to promote material reuse,please separate batteries rom other types o waste andrecycle them through your local, ree battery return system.


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The saety precautions illustrated below are to prevent personal injury or material damages. Heed all instructions careully.

WARNINGMeans that there is a potentialrisk o serious personal injury.

Prohibited action. Do not touch the product.

CAUTIONMeans that there is a potentialrisk o personal injury or damageto the product.

Do not disassemble the product. Unplug rom the power supply. This precaution must beollowed.

WARNING

Do not overload outlets or extensioncords as this may result in abnormalheat or ire.

Using the camcorder at temperaturesover 140 (60 ) may result inire. Keeping the battery at a hightemperature may cause an explosion.

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

No sand or dust! Fine sand or dustentering the camcorder or AC poweradaptor could cause malunctions ordeects.

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

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

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

Do not disconnect the AC adaptorby pulling on its power-cord, as thiscould damage the power-cord.

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

Do not connect the AC adaptorunless the plug can be ully insertedwith no part o the blades exposed.

Do not dispose o battery in a ire as itmay explode.

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

Keep the camcorder away rom waterwhen using it near the beach or poolor when it rains. There is a risk omalunction or electric shock.

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

Do not plug or unplug the power cordwith wet hands. There is a risk oelectric shock.

Keep the power-cord unpluggedwhen not in use or during l ightningstorms. There is a risk o ire.

When cleaning the AC adaptor,unplug the power-cord. There is arisk o malunction or electric shock.

I the camcorder emits an abnormalsound or smell, or smokes, unplugthe power-cord immediately andrequest service rom a Samsung

service centre. There is a risk o ire orpersonal injury.

I the camcorder malunctions,immediately detach the AC adaptoror battery rom the camcorder.There is a risk o ire or injury.

Do not attempt to disassemble,repair, or modiy the camcorder orthe AC adaptor to avoid a risk o ireor electric shock.

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CAUTION

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Do not press the surace o the LCDwith orce, or hit it with a sharp object.I you push the LCD surace, displayunevenness may occur.

Do not drop or expose the camcorder,battery, AC adaptor or other accessoriesto severe vibrations or impact. This maycause a malunction or injury.

Do not use the camcorder on a tripod(not supplied) in a place where it issubject to severe vibrations or impact.

Do not use the camcorder near directsunlight or heating equipment. This maycause a malunction or injury.

EDICITCESNI

Do not leave the camcorder in a closedvehicle or a long time where thetemperature is very high.

Do not expose the camcorder to sootor steam. Thick soot or steam coulddamage the camcorder case or cause amalunction.

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

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

Do not expose the camcorder to suddenchanges in temperature or high humidity.There is also a risk o deect or electricshock when using outdoors duringlightning storms.

Do not place the camcorder down onthe open LCD screen.

Do not wipe the camcorder body withbenzene or thinner. The exterior coatingcould peel o or the case surace coulddeteriorate.

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

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

Do not use the camcorder near aTV or radio. Intererence rom thecamcordercould cause noise on theTV or in the radio broadcast.

Do not use the camcorder nearsources o strong radio waves ormagnetic ields such as speakersand large motors. Noise rom thesesources could distort the video oraudio you are recording.

Use Samsung-approved accessoriesonly. Using products rom othermanuacturers may cause overheating,ire, explosion, electric shock or personalinjuries caused by abnormal operation.

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Place the camcorder on a stablesurace that is well ventilated.

Keep important data separately.Samsung is not responsible or dataloss.

Only plug the adaptor plug into asocket that is easily accessible. I anyproblem occurs with the product, youmust pull the plug out o the socketto disconnect the power completely.Turning o the power button on theproduct does not completely.

Other manuacturers o optionalaccessories compatible with thiscamcorder are responsible or their ownproducts. Use the optional accessoriesaccording to the saety instructions.Samsung is not responsible orany malunction, risk o ire, electricshock, or damages caused by using

unauthorized accessories.

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Qick start gide ........................................... 05You can record videos in H.264 ormat! ........................... ............ 05

Getting to know the cacorder ...................... 09What's included with your camcorder .......................... ................ 09Location o controls ..................................................................... 10Identiying the screen displays ..................................................... 12Attaching the strap ...................................................................... 17Adjusting the LCD screen ............................................................ 17Using the battery ......................................................................... 18Charging the battery .................................................................... 19Checking the battery state ............................. ............................ .. 20

Basic operation of the cacorder ................... 23Turning your camcorder on/o .................................................... 23Switching to the power saving mode ........................................... 23Setting the operation modes........................................................ 24Using the display( ) button ...................................................... 24Using the back light button .......................................................... 25Using the Continuous Recording unction .................................... 25Shortcut menu (OK guide) ........................................................... 26Using the Smart BGM Function ................................................... 26

Shortcut unction using the control buttons ................................. 27Setting the time zone and date/time or the irst time ................... 28Selecting the languages ............................................................... 29

Abot the storage edia ................................ 30Selecting the storage media (SMX-F53/F54 only) ......................... 30Inserting and ejecting a memory card (not supplied) .................... 31

Selecting a suitable memory card (not supplied) .......................... 32Recordable time and capacity ..................................................... 34

Basic recording ............................................. 35Recording videos ......................................................................... 35Recording photos ........................................................................ 36Quick view unction in the record mode ........................... ............ 37Recording with ease or beginners (SMART AUTO) ...................... 38Zooming ...................................................................................... 39

Basic playback .............................................. 40Changing the playback mode ...................................................... 40Playing videos ............................................................................. 41Viewing photos ............................................................................ 43

Recording options ......................................... 44Changing the menu settings ........................................................ 44Menu items.................................................................................. 45iSCENE ....................................................................................... 46Video Resolution.......................................................................... 47Photo Resolution ......................................................................... 4816:9 Wide .................................................................................... 48White Balance ............................................................................. 49Aperture ...................................................................................... 51Shutter Speed ............................................................................. 52EV (Exposure Value) .................................................................... 54C.Nite .......................................................................................... 55Focus .......................................................................................... 56

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Anti-Shake(HDIS) ......................................................................... 58Digital Eect ................................................................................ 59Fader ........................................................................................... 60

Wind Cut ..................................................................................... 61Zoom Type .................................................................................. 62Time Lapse REC ......................................................................... 63Guideline ..................................................................................... 65

Playback options ........................................... 66Menu items.................................................................................. 66Multi View Option......................................................................... 67Play Option .................................................................................. 68Smart BGM Option ...................................................................... 68

Delete .......................................................................................... 69Protect ........................................................................................ 70Story-Board Print ............................. ............................ ................ 71Using VIEW ......................... ............................ .......................... 72Copy (SMX-F53/F54 only)............................................................ 73Edit (Divide) ................................................................................. 74Edit (Combine) ............................................................................. 75Slide Show .................................................................................. 76Slide Show Option ....................................................................... 77File Ino ........................................................................................ 77

Syste setting .............................................. 78Menu items.................................................................................. 78Storage Type (SMX-F53/F54 only) ............................................... 79Storage Ino ................................................................................. 79Format......................................................................................... 80File No. ........................................................................................ 81Time Zone .............. ............................ ............................ ............ 82Date/Time Set ............................................................................. 83

Date Type .................................................................................... 83Time Type ................................................................................... 84Date/Time Display ....................................................................... 84

LCD Brightness ........................................................................... 85LCD Colour ................................................................................. 85LCD Enhancer ............................................................................. 86Auto LCD O ............................................................................... 86Menu Design ............................................................................... 87Transparency .............................................................................. 87Beep Sound ................................................................................ 88Shutter Sound ............................................................................. 88Auto Power O ............................................................................ 89PC Sotware ................................................................................ 89TV Display ................................................................................... 90

Deault Set................................................................................... 90Version ........................................................................................ 90Language .................................................................................... 90Demo .......................................................................................... 91

Connecting to a TV ........................................ 92Connecting to a TV (16:9/4:3) ...................................................... 92Viewing on a TV screen ............................................................... 93

Dbbing Videos ............................................. 94Dubbing to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders .......................... ............ 94

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using with a windows copter ..................... 95Checking your computer type ............................ .......................... 95What you can do with a Windows computer ......................... ....... 96

Using the intelli-studio programme............................................... 97Using as a removable storage device......................................... 101

Trobleshooting ........................................... 103Troubleshooting......................................................................... 103

maintenance & additional inforation ............ 112Maintenance .............................................................................. 112Using your camcorder abroad ................................................... 113

Glossary .................................................................................... 114

Specifications .............................................. 115

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This quick start guide introduces the basic operation and eatures o your camcorder. See the reerence pages or more inormation.

You can record videos in H.264 format!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.

STEP 1: Get ready

1 Insert the battery into the battery slot. page 18Insert the battery into the battery slot until it sotly clicks.

2 Charge the battery ully.The battery is ully charged when the CHG (charging)indicator turns green. Page 20

STEP 2: Record with your camcorder

3 Insert a memory card. page 31You can use commercially available SDHC (SD HighCapacity) or SD memory cards with this camcorder.Set the appropriate storage media. page 30 (SMX-F53/F54only)

Quick start guide

LCD screen

Power ( ) button

Recording start/stop button

Recording start/stop button

Zoom lever

MODEindicator

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Recording videos

Your camcorder uses advanced H.264 compression technology to

give you the clearest video quality.

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

Set the lens cover open/close switch to open ( ).page 11

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

Recording photos

Your camcorder can record high quality photos with a 4:3 or 16:9

aspect ratio.

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

Set the lens cover open/close switch to open ( ).page 11

2. Fully press the PHOTO button when the subject is in ocus.

You can record videos in SD (standard deinition) quality. The deault setting is TV Fine 20x6(0i). page 47You cannot take photos while you are recording videos.

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STEP 3: Play back videos or photos

Viewing videos or photos on the LCD screenYou can ind recordings quickly by using the thumbnail index view.

1 Press the MODE button to select the Play mode.The thumbnail index view appears. The thumbnail o the latest created or played ile ishighlighted.

2. Select the Video or Photo thumbnail index view screen.You can easily switch between video and photo thumbnail view using the zoom lever.

3. Use the Control (Up/Down/Left/Right) button to select a desired video or photo, and then pressthe Control(OK) button.

Viewing on a TV

You can enjoy detailed, brilliant quality videos on a connected TV. pages 92~93

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STEP 4: Save recorded videos / photos

Simple and fun! Use the built-in Intelli-studio programme with yourWindows computer to edit and share your videos and photos.Using the Intelli-studio programme built in to your camcorder, you can import videos and photos into

your computer and edit or share the videos and photos with your riends and amily. For details, seepages 97~100.

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Importing and viewing videos/photos from the camcorder to your PC

1. Launch the Intelli-studio programme by connecting the camcorder to your PC witha USB cable.

A new ile saving screen appears with the Intelli-studio main window. ClickYes, and the uploading procedure starts.

2. The new iles are saved to your PC and registered to Contents Manageron the Intelli-studio programme.

You can arrange the iles by dierent options such as Face, Date, Location, etc.

3. Double-click on the ile you would like to playback.

Sharing the videos/photos onto YouTube/Flickr/FacebookShare your contents with the world by uploading photos and videos directly to aweb site with a single click.Click the Share Upload tab on the browser. page 100

Intelli-studio runs automatically when you connect the camcorder to aWindows computer (i you have set PC Software: On). page 89

STEP 5: Delete videos or photos

I the camcorders storage media is ull, you cannot record new videos or photos. Delete videos or photos you have saved to yourcomputer rom the camcorders storage media. Then you can record new videos or photos on newly reed up space.

Press the MODE button to switch to Play mode, then MENU button "Delete."page 69

Quick start guide

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WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH YOURCAMCORDER

Your new camcorder comeswith the ollowing accessories.I any o these items is missingrom your box, call SamsungsCustomer Care Centre.

Model name ColourBuilt-inmemory

Memorycard slot

LCDscreen

Lens

SMX-F50BP Black

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Yes Colour52x (Optical),65x (Intelli),

2200x (Digital)

SMX-F50RP Red

SMX-F50SP Silver

SMX-F50UP Blue

SMX-F53BP Black

8GBSMX-F53RP Red

SMX-F53SP Silver

SMX-F53UP Blue

SMX-F54BP Black

16GBSMX-F54RP Red

SMX-F54SP Silver

SMX-F54UP Blue

SMX-F500BP Black

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SMX-F500RP RedSMX-F500SP Silver

SMX-F500UP Blue

SMX-F501BP Black

SMX-F501RP RedSMX-F501SP Silver

SMX-F501UP Blue

SMX-F530BP Black

SMX-F530RP Red

SMX-F530SP Silver

SMX-F530UP Blue

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

same way.

Checking your accessories

Battery

IA-BP105R :

SMX-F50/F500/F501/F530

IA-BP210R : SMX-F53/F54

AC power adaptor(AA-MA9 type)

Audio/Video cable

USB cable User manual CD Quick start guide

Carrying case Memory card External battery charger(IA-BC9UA4)

Optional accessories

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 localSamsung dealer. SAMSUNG is not responsible or reducedbattery lie time or malunctions caused by any unauthorized use oaccessories such as the AC adaptor or the batteries.You can purchase additional batteries(IA-BP210E/IA-BP420E) romSamsung authorized service centre.A memory card is not included. See page 32 or memory cardscompatible with your camcorder.Your camcorder includes a user manual CD and a quick start guide

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LOCATION OF CONTROLS

Front & Let

1 Lens

2 MENU button

3 Control(Up/Down/Left/Right/OK) button, Zoom(T/W)button

4 Recording start/stop button

5 LCD screen

6 Memory card/Jack cover USB jack ( ) Memory card slot AV jack (AV) CHG (charging) indicator DC IN jack (DC IN)

7 Built-in speaker

8 Display ( ) button

9 Continuous REC. ( ) button

10 Back Light ( )button / Smart BGM button

11 SMART AUTO ( SMARTAUTO ) button / VIEW button

12 Power ( ) button

13 MODE button

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Right Top & Bottom

1 Zoom lever (T/W)

2 PHOTO button

3 Strap

4 Strap hook

5 Lens cover open ( )/close ( ) switch

6 Internal microphone

7 Battery release switch (BATT.)

8 Tripod receptacle

Be careul not to cover the internal microphone and lens duringrecording.

Rear

1 Mode indicator: Record mode (Video/Photo)

: Play mode

2 Recording start/stop button

3 Battery slot

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0:00:00 [475Min]STBY

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Time Lapse Recording

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The on-screen indicators are based on an 16GBSDHC memory card capacity.The settings or unctions marked with * are notretained when the camcorder is turned o andon again.For enhanced perormance, the displayindications and the order are subject to change

without prior notice.This camcorder provides one combined videoand photo record mode. You can easily recordvideos or photos in the same mode withouthaving to change it.The total number o recordable photos is basedon the available space on the storage media.The maximum number the photo counter candisplay is 9,999.

Left of the LCD screen

Indicator Meaning

/ Record mode (Video/Photo)

STBY

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Operating mode (standby/

recording)

00:00:00 [475Min]Time counter (Video recordingtime: remaining recordable time)

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AUTO SCENE / Smart Auto

Time Lapse REC *

White Balance

, Manual Focus*, Face Detection*

F1.8 /

1/50 /1/25

Manual Aperture* /

Manual Shutter Speed */ C.nite *

+ 0.3 EV (Exposure Value)*

Zoom (Optical Zoom / Intelli-Zoom / Digital Zoom)

Digital Eect

Time Zone

01/JAN/2011 00:00 Date/Time Display

Right of the LCD screen

Indicator Meaning

/Storage media (Memory card orbuilt-in memory (SMX-F53/F54 only)

Battery ino.(Remaining battery level)

1.6M / Photo Resolution / Video Resolution

Anti-Shake (HDIS)

LCD Enhancer *

Back Light

Wind Cut

Fader *

IDENTIFIYING THE SCREEN DISPLAYS

The available unctions vary depending on the selected operation mode. Dierent indicators appear depending on the setting values.

The On Screen Display (OSD) below only appears when the camcorder is in Record ( ) mode.Press the MODE button to select the Record ( ) mode.page 24

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Video and Photo record mode :Shortcut menu (OK Guide)

1 Quick View

2 Focus* (Auto Focus/Face Detection / Manual

Focus)

3 Shortcut menu (OK Guide) / Return

4 EV (Exposure Value)*

5 iSCENE

Video and Photo record mode : Shortcut menu (Manual)

1 Manual Control Bar/ Value

2EV Menu name

3 Shortcut menu (OK Guide) / Return

4 Value adjust (down)

5 Value adjust (up)

The illustration above shows the EV (Exposure Value) screen.The settings or unctions marked with * are not retained when thecamcorder is turned o and on again.The shortcut menu (OK guide) represents the most requently accessedunctions or the selected mode. Pressing the OK button will display a

shortcut menu o requently used unctions on the LCD screen.

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Video Play mode : Shortcut menu (OK Guide)

1 Forward playback search page 42(Skip/Search/Slow motion/Frame-by-rame)

2 Volume Down

3 Play () / Pause ( )

4 Reverse playback search page 42(Skip/Search/Slow motion/Frame-by-rame)

5 Volume Up

Video Play mode : Single (Volume)

1Volume Bar

2 01/JAN/2011 00:00 Date/Time Display

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ATTACHING THE STRAP

Adjust the length o Strap so that the camcorder is stable when youpress the Recording start/stop button with your thumb.

Please note: I the hand strap is adjusted too tightly and youuse excessive orce to insert your hand, the hand strap hooko the camcorder may be damaged.

ADJUSTING THE LCD SCREEN

The wide LCD screen on your camcorder oers high quality imageviewing.

1. Open the LCD screen with your inger.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 to90 backwards. To view recordings more conveniently, rotatethe screen by 180 towards the lens, then old it back to thebody.

Excessive rotation may damage the connective hingebetween the screen and the camcorder.

When the LCD screen is rotated by 180, the let and right sideso the subject are shown in reverse, which produces a horizontallylipped image.Remove ingerprints or dust on the screen with a sot cloth.To adjust the LCD brightness and colour, reer to the page 85.Samsungs super ine LCD technology activates about 99.99%pixels on the LCD screen. Although one or two black dots or brightdots (red, blue, white) could appear on the screen, this is not amalunction and does not aect the recorded image.


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USING THE BATTERY

We recommend you purchase one or more additional batteries to

allow continuous use o your camcorder.Be sure to charge the battery beore you start using yourcamcorder.The battery may be charged a little at the time o purchase.

Battery insertion/ejection

To insert the battery

1. Insert the battery into the battery slot until it sotly clicks.Make sure that the SAMSUNG logo on the battery is acingyou when the camcorder is placed as shown in the igure.

To eject the battery

1. Gently push the Battery release switch in the direction shown in

the diagram to eject the battery.

2. Push down, and then lit the battery out in the direction shown inthe diagram.

Use only Samsung-approved batteries. Do not usebatteries rom other manuacturers. Otherwise, there is a

danger o overheating, ire or explosion.Samsung is not responsible or problems caused byunapproved batteries.Remove the battery rom the camcorder when thecamcorder is not in use.


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CHARGING THE BATTERY

Charge the battery beore using the camcorder.Use only the provided battery and AC adaptor.

1. Press the Power ( ) button to turn o the camcorder.page 23

2. Insert the battery into the camcorder. page 18

3. Open the connector cover o the unit.

4. Charge the battery using the AC power adaptor or USB cable.The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and charging starts. When

the battery is ully charged, the charging (CHG) lamp turnsgreen. page 20

Using theAC poweradaptor

Connect the AC power adaptor to the camcorder properly,and then plug the AC power adaptor into the wall outlet.

Using theUSB cable

Connect the USB cable to the camcorder properly, and thenconnect the other end to a USB port o a PC.

Charging the battery at low temperature may take longer or thebattery may not charge ully (green indicator will not turn on).Please make sure that there are no oreign substances on the plugor in the socket when you connect the AC power supply to thecamcorder.When using the AC power supply, place it close to the wall outlet. Iyou experience a malunction while using the camcorder, separate

the AC power supply immediately rom the wall outlet.Do not use the AC power supply in a tight space, such as betweenurnishings.

When recording indoors with a wall outlet available, it is convenient to usethe AC power supply instead o the battery.We recommend you charge the battery in a place with an ambienttemperature between 50F and 86F ( 10C ~ 30C).When charging, i both the USB cable and AC power adaptor areconnected, the AC power adaptor will override the USB.I the camcorder is turned on, the battery will still charge, but morecharging time will be needed. We recommend you keep the camcorder

turned o while it charges.

Connecting the USB cable

CARD

CARD

CARDCARD

CARD

CARD

Connecting the AC power adaptor

CARD

CARD

CARD

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CHECKING THE BATTERY STATE

You can check the charging state and remaining battery capacity.

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

Charging (CHG) lamp

The colour o the charging indicator shows the charging state.

Chargingstate

Charge

Charging Fully Charged Error

LED colour (Orange) (Green)

(Orange Blink)

Battery level display

The battery level display shows the amount o battery powerremaining in the battery.

Battery Level

IndicatorState Message

Fully charged (100%~75%) -

75%~50% -

50%~25% -

25%~5% -

less than 5% -

Exhausted (l ickers): The device will soon turn o.Change the battery as soon as possible.

-

-(l ickers): The device will be orced to turn o ater

3 seconds."Low

battery"

Above igures are based on a ully charged battery at normaltemperature. Low ambient temperature may aect the use time.

CARD

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Available charging and running time for the battery

Battery TypeIA-BP10R

(SMX-F0/F00/F01/F0)

IA-BP210R

(SMX-F/4)

Charging time

Using the AC poweradaptor

approx. 110 min. approx. 240 min.

Using the USB cable approx. 190 min. approx. 350 min.

Video Resolution SD

Continuous recording time approx. 120 min. approx. 240 min.

Playback time approx. 135 min. approx. 270 min.

(Unit: minutes.)

Charging time: Approximate time in minutes required to ullycharge a completely exhausted battery.Recording/Playback time: Approximate time available when youhave ully charged the battery.HD stands or high deinition image quality and SD stands orstandard image quality.The time is only or reerence. Times shown above are measuredunder Samsungs test conditions. Your times may dier,depending on your usage and conditions.The recording and playback times will be shorter when you useyour camcorder in low temperatures.

Continuous Recording (without zoom)

The continuous recording time shows the available recording timewhen you record without using any other unction ater recording

starts.The battery may discharge 2-3 times aster than this reerence i youuse the record start/stop, the zoom, and the play unctions. Prepareadditional batteries with the expectation that the actual recordingtime is about 1/3 to 1/2 o the times listed above.

Using an AC power source

We recommend that you use the AC power adaptor to power thecamcorder rom a household AC outlet when recording and playing

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About the battery

Battery PropertiesA lithium-ion battery is small-sized and has a high capacity. Low

ambient temperature (below 50F(10C)) may shorten its usagetime and aect its unction. Beore recording in low temperatures,put the battery into your pocket to warm it, then install it in thecamcorder.Make sure to store the battery separately after use.- A small amount o battery power is consumed when the

battery is stored in the camcorder even i the camcorderpower is o.

- The battery may be completely discharged, i it has beeninstalled and let in the camcorder or a long period o time.I this occurs, the battery may not ully operate even i youcharge it.

- I the battery is not used or a long time, ully charge thebattery and then, using your camcorder, drain the chargecompletely. Do this once every 3 months to keep the batteryunctioning properly. To store the battery, remove it rom yourcamcorder and put it in a cool, dry place.

Charge an extra battery before using the camcorderoutdoors in cold temperatures.- The cold temperature may shorten the length o time you can

use the battery beore needing to recharge it.

- Carry the supplied AC power adaptor to charge the batterywhile travelling.

Check whether the battery terminal is damaged if the batteryfalls or is dropped.- I you install a battery with the damaged terminal into the

camcorder, you can damage the camcorder.Remove the battery and the memory card from thecamcorder and disconnect the AC power adaptor after use.- Store the battery in a stable, cool and dry place.

(Recommended temperature : 59F ~ 77F (15C ~ 25C),recommended humidity: 40%~ 60%)

- Temperatures that are too high or too low shorten the batterylietime.

- The battery terminals can become rusty or malunction i thebattery is stored in a smoky or dusty location.

Recycle or dispose of your dead batteries properly.The battery lifetime is limited.- Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated

use. I decreased usage time between charges becomessigniicant, it is probably time to replace the battery with a newone.

- Each batterys lie is aected by storage, and operating andenvironmental conditions.

Make sure to turn o the camcorder beore disconnecting the AC

power adaptor. Otherwise, you can damage the storage media ordata.Use a nearby wall outlet when using the AC power adaptor.Disconnect the AC power adaptor rom the wall outlet immediately iany malunction occurs while using your camcorder.Do not place the AC Adaptor in a conined space when you use it,such as between a wall and a piece o urniture.

Be sure to use the included AC power adaptor to power thecamcorder. Using other AC power adaptors could cause electricshock or result in ire.You can use the AC power adaptor around the world. An AC plug

adaptor is required in some oreign countries. I you need one,purchase it rom your distributor.The charging time will vary depending on the charge remaining in thebattery.The battery is charged over 95% ater about 2 hours, and theindicator colour changes to green. It takes about 2 hours and 40minutes or the battery to charge 100%.

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TURNING YOUR CAMCORDER ON/OFF

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

The camcorder operates the sel-diagnosis unction when poweredon. I a warning message appears, reer to warning indicators andmessages (pages 103~105) and take corrective action.

SWITCHING TO THE POWER SAVING MODE

I you need to use camcorder or the extended time, the ollowingunctions enable you to prevent 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, playing back, or the slideshow is being operated.The camcorder consumes less battery power in the power savingmode (about 50% less power than in the standby mode). However,i you plan to use the camcorder or the maximum length o time, werecommend you turn o the camcorder by pressing the Power ( )

button when not using it.

Power( ) buttonLCD screen

When using this camcorder for the first time

When you use your camcorder or the irst time or reset it,the time zone screen appears at start-up.Select your geographical location, and then set the date andtime.page 28I you do not set the date and time, the time zone screenappears every time you turn on the camcorder.

Auto Power Off FunctionTo save battery power, youcan set the "Auto PowerOff" unction, which turns othe camcorder i there is nooperation or 5 minutes.To disable this option, changethe "Auto Power O" setting

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SETTING THE OPERATION MODES

You can switch the operating mode in the ollowing order each timeyou press the MODE button.

Record mode ( / ) Play mode ( )Each time the operation mode changes, the respective modeindicator light turns on.

Mode Icon Functions

Record mode / To record videos or photos.

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

This camcorder provides one record mode or both video and photorecordings. You can easily record videos or photos in the same modewithout having to switch modes.

USING THE DISPLAY( ) BUTTON

Switching the inormation display mode

You can switch the on-screen inormation display mode.Press the Display( ) button.

The ull and minimum display modes will alternate.

Warning indicators and messages may appear depending on therecording conditions.

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

MODEindicator

STBY

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USING THE BACK LIGHT BUTTON

When a subject is lit rom behind, this unction compensates orlighting so that the subject is not too dark.

Press the Back Light ( )buttonto displaythe ( ) icon on thescreen. To cancel, press the Back Light ( )button again.

Back lighting influences recording when the subject is darkerthan 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 white or shiny clothes andis placed against a bright background:The persons ace is too dark to distinguish his/her eatures.

USING THE CONTINUOUS RECORDINGFUNCTION

Using the Continuous Recording unction when recording video, youcan combine desired scenes into one video ile, and avoid recordiingunwanted scenes.

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

2. Press Continuous REC button. The recording pauses and the( ) indicator appears.

To continue the recording, press Continuous REC button.

Your camcorder can record and save iles no larger than 1.8GB.

I you are using Continuous Record and you resume recording, andthe recorded ile exceeds 1.8GB, the camcorder will automaticallyrecord to a new ile.I you connect your camcorder to a PC using a USB cable whenrecording is paused, the camcorder will connect to the PC ater itsaves the video it has recorded up to the pause.I you remove the memory card when the camcorder is in Pausemode, it will stop recording and will not save any o the video it hasrecorded.

1.6M9999

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SHORTCUT MENU (OK guide)

The Shortcut menu (OK guide) displays the most requentlyaccessed unctions or a the selected mode.

An example: Setting EV (Exposure Value) in the Record mode usingthe Shortcut menu (OK guide).

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

2. Press the Control (Left) button to

select EV mode.Press the Control (Left/Right)button to adjust the exposurewhile viewing the image on theLCD screen.

3. Press the OK button to conirm yourselection.

Press the OK button to exit theshortcut menu.The exposure value setting isapplied and the ( )indicator and setting value aredisplayed.

The Shortcut menu (OK guide) cannot be used in the SMARTAUTO mode.The example above shows how to set EV in the Record modeusing the Shortcut Menu. The setting procedure could be dierentor other menu items.

USING THE SMART BGM FUNCTION

You can enjoy the music when it plays video.

This unction works only in Video Play ( ) mode.Press the MODE button to select the Play( ) mode.page 24

Select the desired video to play and then press the Back Light( ) button /Smart BGM button to display.To cancel, press the Back Light ( ) button /Smart BGM buttonagain.

You can change the BGM in Smart BGM Option page 68.

0:00:00 [475Min]STBY

1.6M9999

+1.0

Auto Exposure

1.6M9999

SCENE

0:00:00 [475Min]STBY

1.6M9999

0:00:00 [475Min]STBY

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SHORTCUT FUNCTION USING THE CONTROL BUTTONS

Button Record ( / ) modePlay ( ) mode Menu

selectionVideo Play ( ) mode Photo Play ( ) mode

OK

SCENE

- Access the shortcut menu- Conirm selection- Exit the shortcut menu

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

Conirmsselection

UP

- iSCENE- Zoom (tele)

Increases the volumeIncreases the volume(during a slide show)

Movesthecursor up

DOWN

- Focus- Zoom (wide)

Decreases the volumeDecreases the volume(during a slide show)

Movesthecursordown

LEFT

EV

- Search playback RPS (Reverse Playback Search) rate:x2x4x8x16

- Previous Skip Playback- Frame-by-rame playback- Slow motion playback (Reverse slow playback) rate:

x1/2x1/4x1/8x1/16

Previous image

Movesto thepreviousmenu

RIGHT

Quick View

- Search playback FPS (Forward Playback Search) rate:x2x4x8x16

- Next Skip Playback- Frame-by-rame playback - Slow motion playback (Forward

slow playback) rate: x1/2

x1/4

x1/8

x1/16

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SETTING THE TIME ZONE AND DATE/TIMEFOR THE FIRST TIME

Set the date and time o your local areawhen you turn on this camcorder or theirst time.

1. Open the LCD screen and press thePower ( ) button to turn on thecamcorder.

The Time Zone (Home) screenappears centered 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 withControl (Left/Right) button, thenpress the OK button.

The Date/Time Set screenappears.

3. Select the date and time inormation,and change the setting values by using the Control (Up/Down/

Left/Right) button.To set the daylight saving, press the Control (Left/Right)button to select the ( ) icon, and then press the Control(Up/Down) button to set Daylight Saving on/o.- Activating Daylight Saving orwards the time by 1 hour.

4. Make sure the clock is correctly set, and then press the OKbutton.

The year can be set up to 2037.Set Date/Time Display to On. page 84Ater setting, the date and time are automatically recorded on a

special data area o the storage media.

Built-in rechargeable battery

Your camcorder includes a built-in rechargeable battery that retains thedate and time settings even ater the power is turned o.

Once this battery is depleted, the current date/time values are all resetto deaults, 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 isconnected to the AC power or while the battery is attached. I you donot connect the camcorder to AC power or do not attach the batteryor about two months, the built-in battery ully discharges. I this occurs,charge the built-in battery by connecting to the supplied AC adaptor or24 hours.

Turning the date and time display on/off

To switch the date and time display on or o, access the menu andchange the Date/Time Display mode. page 84

Simple setting of the clock by time difference

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

Date/Time Set

Home:[GMT 00:00]

01/JAN/2011 00:00

Home

London, Lisbon

Date/Time Set

Home

Visit : 01/JAN/2011 00:00

2011 OFF12

Day Year Hour MinMonth

00

Back Move OK

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SELECTING THE LANGUAGES

You can select the language that appears on the LCD screen. Thelanguage setting is retained when the camcorder is powered o.

1. Press the MENU button Control(Left/Right) button Settings.

2. Press the Control (Up/Down)button to select Language, andthen press the OK button.

3. Press the Control (Up/Down)button to select the desired OSDlanguage, and then press the OK

button.

4. Press the MENU button to exit themenu.

The OSD language appears in the selected language.

Language options may be changed without prior notice.The selected language is retained even without the battery or the ACpower adaptor.The date and time ormat may change depending on the languageyou selected.

Submenu items

English Franais

Deutsch Italiano Espaol

Portugus Nederlands Svenska

Suomi Norsk Dansk

Polski etina Slovensky

Magyar Romn

Hrvatski

Trke

Settings

Language

Default Set

Version

English

Exit Move Select

STBY 0:00:00 [475Min]

Franais

SCENE

Settings

Language

Default Set

Version

Exit Select

STBY 0:00:00 [475Min]

SCENE

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SELECTING THE STORAGE MEDIA(SMX-F53/F54 only)

You can record on the built-in memory or a memory card, soyou need to select the desired storage media beore startingrecording or playback.You can use SD and SDHC cards on your camcorder. (Somecards are not compatible depending on the memory cardmanuacturer and memory card type.)Beore inserting or ejecting a memory card, turn the camcordero.

1. Press the MENU button Control (Left/Right) button

Settings.

2. Press the Control (Up/Down)button to select Storage Type,and then press the OK button.

3. Press the Control (Up/Down) buttonto selectInt. Memory or Card, and thenpress the OK button.

Int. Memory : When using the

built-in memory.Card : When using a memory card.

4. Press the MENU button to exit.

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-upmessage will automatically prompt you to select the storage type.(SMX-F53/F54 only)I there is no memory card inserted, only the built-in memory will be

available. (SMX-F53/F54 only)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 or AC power adaptor) whenusing storage media to recording, playback, ormat, delete, etc. Thestorage media and its data may be damaged.

SCENE

Settings

Format

Storage Type

Storage Info

Exit

:

STBY 0:00:00 [475Min]

Select

Settings

Format

Storage Type

Storage Info

SCENE

Int. Memory

Card

STBY 0:00:00 [475Min]

Exit Move Select

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INSERTING AND EJECTING A MEMORY CARD (Not supplied)

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

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

CARD

CARD

To insert a memory card

1. Turn the camcorder o.

2. Open the memory card/jack cover as shown in the picture.

3. Insert the memory card into the card slot until it sotly clicks.

Make sure that the camcorder is placed as shown above andthe terminal portion o the card is acing up.

4. Close the cover.

To eject a memory card

1. Turn the camcorder o.

2. Open the memory card/jack cover as shown in the picture.

3. Gently push the memory card to eject it.

4. Pull the memory card out o the memory card slot and close thecover.

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Protectiontab

Terminals

Terminals

Protectiontab

Usable memory card (1GB~32GB)

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SELECTING A SUITABLE MEMORY CARD(Not supplied)

Compatible memory cards

You can use SD (Secure Digital) and SDHC (Secure Digital HighCapacity) cards with this camcorder. We recommend you usean SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) card. This camcordersupports SD cards up to 2GB. We cannot guarantee normaloperation with SD cards bigger than 2GB.

MMC (Multi Media Card) and MMC Plus are not supported.

Compatible memory card capacity:SD: 1GB ~ 2GBSDHC: 4GB ~ 32GB

Use compatible memory card brands. Others are not guaranteedto work. A list o compatible brands is below:- SDHC/SD cards: Panasonic, SanDisk, Toshiba

For video recording, use a memory card that supports aster writespeeds (above SDHC Class 6 card).

SD/SDHC memory cards have a mechanical write-protectionswitch. Setting the switch prevents accidental erasure o ilesrecorded on the card. To enable writing, move the switch up in

the direction o the terminals. To set write protection, move theswitch down.

SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) cardsAn SDHC card is a higher version (Ver. 2.00) o the SD card andsupports capacities above 2GB.SDHC cards cannot be used with current SD enabled hostdevices.

Common cautions or memory cards

Damaged data may not be recoverable. We recommend youmake a back-up o important data separately on the hard disk o

your PC.Turning the power o or removing a memory card during anoperation such as ormatting, deleting, recording, and playbackmay cause data loss.I you modiy the name o a ile or older stored in the memorycard with your PC, your camcorder may not recognise themodiied ile.

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Handling a memory card

We recommend that you power o beore inserting or removingthe memory card to avoid data loss.

We cannot guarantee that you can use memory cards ormattedby other devices. When you ormat a card, be sure to ormat thememory card using this camcorder.You must ormat newly-purchased memory cards, memory cardswith data that your camcorder cannot recognise, and cards withdata saved by other devices. Note that ormatting erases all dataon the memory card.I you cannot use a memory card that has been used with anotherdevice, ormat it with your camcorder. Note that ormattingerases all inormation on the memory card.A memory card has a certain lie span. I you cannot record new

data, you have to purchase a new memory card.Do not bend, drop, or subject the card to strong impacts.Do not place oreign substances on the memory card terminals.Use a sot, dry cloth to clean the terminals i required.Do not paste anything other than the label provided with the cardon the label pasting area o the card.Do not use a damaged memory card.Be careul to keep the memory card out o the reach o childrenwho might swallow it.

Samsung is not responsible or data loss due to misuse, including

loss caused by any PC virus.We recommend using a memory card case to avoid data loss thatcan be caused by moving the card or by static electricity.Ater a period o use, the memory card may get warm. This is normaland is not a malunction.

The camcorder supports SD and SDHC memory cards,

giving you a wider choice of cards to choose from!

The data storage speed o cards may dier, depending on themanuacturer and production system.SLC (single level cell) system: aster write speed enabled.MLC (multi level cell) system: only lower write speed issupported.

For best results, we recommend using a memory card thatsupports a aster write speed.Using a lower write speed memory card or recording video maycause diiculties when storing.You may even lose your video data during the recording. In anattempt to preserve every bit o the recorded video on a low

speed card, the camcorder orcibly stores the video on thememory card and displays a warning:Low speed card. Please record at a lower resolution.I you are unavoidably using a low speed memory card, theresolution and quality o the recording may be lower than thevalue you set. page 47The higher the video resolution and quality, the more memory thecamcorder uses.

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RECORDABLE TIME AND CAPACITY

Recordable time available or video

Media Built-in memory* Memory Card

Capacity GB 16GB 1GB 2GB 4GB GB 16GB 2GB

TV Super Fine ( ) 20x6(0i) 190min. 380min. 23min 47min 95min 190min 380min 760min

TV Fine ( ) 20x6(0i) 240min. 480min. 30min 60min 120min 240min 480min 960min

TV Normal ( ) 20x6(0i) 310min. 620min. 38min 77min 155min 310min 620min 1,240min

Web Fine ( ) 640x40(2p) 240min. 480min. 30min 60min 120min 240min 480min 960min

Web Normal ( ) 640x40(2p) 310min. 620min. 38min 77min 155min 310min 620min 1,240min

(Unit: Approximate minutes o recording)

Recordable number o photos

Media Built-in memory* Memory Card

CapacityGB 16GB 1GB 2GB 4GB GB 16GB 2GB

Mode Resolution

4:1600x1200 6,080 9,999 760 1,530 3,040 6,080 9,999 9,999

00x600 9,999 9,999 1,920 3,840 7,680 9,999 9,999 9,999

16:91696x960 6,080 9,999 760 1,530 3,040 6,080 9,999 9,999

4x40 9,999 9,999 1,920 3,840 7,680 9,999 9,999 9,999

(Unit: Approximate minutes o images)

1GB 1,000,000,000 bytes : Actual ormatted capacity may be less as the internal irmware uses a portion o the memory.

The igures in the table may dier depending on the actual recording conditions and subject.The higher the quality and resolution, the more memory is used.Recording at a lower resolution and quality increases the recording time, but the image quality may suer.The bit rate automatically adjusts to the recording image. Accordingly, the recording time may vary.Memory cards bigger than 32GB may not operate normally.The recording length o a Time Lapse REC may vary depending on settings.A memory card that is used to store a video can have un-writable areas, which may result in reduced recording time and ree memory space.The maximum size o a video (H.264/AVC) ile that can be recorded at one time is 1.8GB.The camcorder can store up to 9,999 iles o videos and photos in one memory card.Video (or photo) images recorded by other equipment are not playable on this camcorder.Features in the tables above marked with * are available in the 8GB SMX-F53 and16GB SMX-F54 models only.Recording in 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 orplayback (16:9 Wide/4:3 aspect ratio). page 48

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

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

RECORDING VIDEOS

Open the LCD screen and press the Power ( ) button to turn onthe camcorder.Set the appropriate storage media. page 30 (SMX-F53/F54 only).(I you want to record on a memory card, 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 bestangle or recording.Use the Zoom lever or Zoombutton to adjust the size o thesubject.page 39

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

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

I power is interrupted or an error occurs during recording, the video maynot be recorded/edited.Samsung is not responsible or any damage caused by a ailure o normalrecording or playback operations caused by memory card error.Note that damaged data cannot be recovered.Do not turn o the camcorder or remove the memory card while accessingthe storage media. Doing so may damage the storage media or the data inthe storage media.

For on-screen inormation display: pages 12~13Eject the battery when you have inished recording to prevent unnecessarybattery power consumption.For various unctions available when you record videos: page 46During recording, some button operations are unavailable. (MODE button,MENU button, etc.)Sound is recorded rom the internal stereo microphone on the top-ront othe camcorder.Take care that this microphone is not blocked.Beore recording an important video, make sure to test the recordingunction to check i there is any problem with the audio or video recording.Do not operate the Power ( ) button or remove a memory card whileaccessing the storage media. Doing so may damage the storage media orthe data on the storage media.LCD screen brightness and colour can be adjusted rom the menu.Adjusting the brightness or colour o the LCD screen does not aect theimage to be recorded. page 85You cannot use a locked memory card or recording. You will see amessage saying recording is disabled due to the lock.You can switch rom 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 duringrecording, the system is switched to the data recovery mode. While datais being recovered, no other unction is enabled. Ater data recovery, thesystem will be switched to the STBY mode. When the recording time isshort, data recovery might ail.

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You can take photos and store them on the storage media.Set the desired resolution beore recording. page 48

RECORDING PHOTOS

Open the LCD screen and press the Power ( ) button on thecamcorder.Set the appropriate storage media. page 30 (SMX-F53/F54 only) (Iyou want to record on a memory card, insert a memory card.)


1. Select a subject to record.Adjust the LCD panel to the bestangle or capturing.Use the Zoom lever or Zoombutton to adjust the size o thesubject. page 39

2. Adjust the subject at the centre o

the LCD screen.

3. Fully press the PHOTO button.The shutter sound is heard (when Shutter Sound: On isset).To continue capturing, wait until the current photo iscompletely saved on the storage media.

Do not turn o the camcorder or remove the memory card when taking

photos as it may damage the storage media or data.

This camcorder provides one combined video and photo recordmode. You can easily record videos or photos in the same modewithout having to change it.The recordable number o photos varies depending on the photosize and quality. page 34Audio is not recorded when you take photos.For the on-screen display inormation, see pages 12~13.Photo iles conorm to the DCF (Design rule or Camera File system)standard, established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and InormationTechnology Industries Association).You can switch rom the play mode to the record mode by pressingthe PHOTO or MODE button.Using the Quick View unction, you can view the most recently

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Using the Quick View unction, you can view the mostrecently recorded video or photo image right ater youhave recorded it.

QUICK VIEW FUNCTION IN THE RECORD MODE

1. Press the OK button in STBYmode right ater youverecorded.

Shortcut menu (OK guide)appears on the LCD screen.

2. Press the Control (Right)button to view the most recent video(or photo) you have recorded.

Ater the Quick view is inished, your camcorder switchesback to the STBY mode.During the Quick view, use the Control (Up/Left/Right/OK)button or playback search or to delete the current ile.

The Quick View function is not available and the Quick View icon isdimmed in the Shortcut menu under the following conditions:

I you have changed the mode ater the recording or the camcorder

is connected to a PC with the USB cable.I the camcorder has been turned o and on again ater the

recording.

In the SMART AUTO mode.

Ater you have used the Quick View unction.

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User-riendly SMART AUTO optimises your camcorder

to the recording conditions automatically, providingbeginners with the best perormance.

RECORDING WITH EASE FOR BEGINNERS (SMART AUTO)


1. Press the SMART AUTO ( SMARTAUTO ) button.

The SMART AUTO ( SMARTAUTO )and

Anti-Shake (HDIS) ( ) iconsappear on the screen at the sametime.

2. Adjust the subject on the LCDscreen.

The camcorder detects the subject and automatically selectsa type o scene and adjusts the settings.The icon or the detected scene appears on the LCD screen.

: Appears when recording a 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 PHOTO button.pages 35~36

4. To cancel SMART AUTO mode, press the SMART AUTO ( SMARTAUTO )button again.

The SMART AUTO ( SMARTAUTO ) and Anti-Shake (HDIS) ( ) iconsdisappear rom the screen.

Buttons unavailable during SMART AUTO operation:MENU button / OK button/ etc. Most settings are automatically adjusted in SMARTAUTO mode. To set or adjust unctions on your own, release the SMART AUTO

mode irst.SMART AUTO must be set beore 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 the position o the ace or brightness.Depending on conditions such as lighting, shaking o the camcorder, or distanceto the subject, the camcorder may detect the image you see on the LCD screenas a dierent scene type each time you apply Smart Auto.

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W: Wide-angle T: Telephoto

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.

ZOOMING

To zoom in

Slide the Zoom lever towards T (telephoto).(Or press the Control (Up) button on the LCD panel.) The distant subject is gradually magniied.

The highest optical zoom magniication ratio is 52x.

To zoom out

Slide the Zoom lever towards W (wide-angle).(Or press the Control (Down) button on the LCD panel.) The subject gets smaller and urther away.

The smallest optical zoom ratio is the subjectsoriginal size when zoomed-out.

Zoom magniication over 65x is done through digital image processing, and is thereore called digital zoom. Digital zooming is possible up to 2200x. Set

Zoom Type to Digital Zoom.page 62To maintain sharp ocus, the minimum possible distance between the camcorder and subject is about 1cm (about 0.39 inch) or wide-angle and 1m(about 39.4 inches) or telephoto.Optical zoom preserves image quality, but the image quality may suer when you use digital zoom.Fast zooming or zooming in a subject that is a good distance away may cause the camcorder to ocus slowly. I this occurs, use Manual Focus.page 56We recommend you use Anti-Shake (HDIS) or handheld recording when the subject is zoomed in and enlarged.Frequent use o the zoom unction consumes more power.I you zoom when recording, the camcorder may record the sound o the zoom lever or zoom button operating.When you use the zoom unction, you can decrease its speed by slowly moving the Zoom (T/W) lever. Moving the lever quickly increases the zoom speed.However, you cannnot use the Zoom (T/W) button on the display to adjust the zoom speed.

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You can view recorded videos and photos in thumbnail index view and play them in various ways. In the thumbnail index view, you candirectly select and display a desired image without using ast orwarding and rewinding.

This camcorder provides one combined video and photo record mode. You can easily record videos or photos in the same modewithout 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. Depending on the record mode, recordings are stored in videos orphotos thumbnail index view, respectively. When switching to Play mode ater recording a video, the videos thumbnail index view appears.When switching to Play mode ater recording a photo, the photos thumbnail index view appears.

Multi View Option lets you sort thumbnails o recorded videos andphotos by dierent display options (recording, recorded date).page 67

How to change between video and photo thumbnail view

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

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PLAYING VIDEOS

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

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This unction works only in Video Play ( ) mode.You can ind a desired video image quickly using the thumbnail indexview.

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

on the camcorder. page 23Set the appropriate storagemedia. (SMX-F53/F54 only)page 30(I you want to playback imageson a memory card, insert amemory card.)

2. Press the MODE button to selectthe Play mode.

The thumbnail index viewappears. The thumbnail highlightis on the latest created or playedile.

3. Select the Video thumbnail index view screen.You can easily switch between video and photo thumbnailview using the zoom lever.The playing time o the selected ile and the thumbnailshowing the video playback will appear on the screen.

4. Use the Control (Up/Down/Left/Right) button to select thedesired videos, and then press the OK button.

I you set the Date/Time Display beore video playback, thedate/time appears briely or about a second and then theselected video starts playing.The shortcut menu or playback appears or 3 seconds.The selected videos are played according to the Play Optionsetting. page 68To stop playback and return to the thumbnail index view,move the zoom lever.

Do not power o the camcorder or eject the memory card during videoplayback. Doing so may damage the recorded data.

The loading time o a video may vary depending on the video ile's sizeand video resolution.Video iles may not play back on the camcorder in the ollowing cases:

- The video les have been edited or renamed on a PC.- The video f les have been recorded by devices other than the camcorder.- The video f les are in ormats that are not supported by the camcorder.The built-in speaker automatically turns o when the Audio/Video cable isconnected to the camcorder. (When the camcorder is connected to anexternal device, adjust the volume using the connected external device.)You can playback recorded video iles on a TV or a PC.pages 92, 97You can upload recorded videos or photos to YouTube, Flickr, andFacebook using Intelli-studiopage 100For various unctions available during playback, see playback options.pages 66~77Use the Quick View unction i you want to preview the last recordedvideo or photos.page 37

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Various playback operations

Playback (pause) (/ )

Press the OK button duringplayback.- To resume normal playback,

press the OK button again.

Search playback ( / )

During playback, press and hold theControl (Right) button or orwardsearch, or to the let or reverse

search.Pressing the Control (Left/Right)button to repeatedly increases thesearch speed or each direction.- RPS (Reverse Playback Search)

rate: x2 x4 x8 x16- FPS (Forward Playback Search)

rate: x2 x4 x8 x16To resume normal playback, press the OK button.

Skip playback ( / )

During playback, press the Control (Right) button to locate thestart point o the next ile. Pressing the Control (Right) buttonrepeatedly skips iles in the orward direction.During playback, press the Control (Left) button to locate thestart point o the current ile. Pressing the Control (Left) buttonrepeatedly skips iles in the reverse direction.Press the Control (Left) button within 3 seconds rom the startpoint o the current ile to skip back to the previous ile.

Frame-by-frame playback ( / )

In pause mode, use the Control (Left/Right) button to play thevideo orward or backward one rame at a time.

- To resume normal playback, press the OK button.

Slow motion playback ( / )

During pause, holding the Control (Left/Right) button reducesthe playback speed.During slow motion playback, pressing the Control (Left/Right)button changes the playback speed.- Forward slow playback rate: x1/2 x1/4 x1/8 x1/16- Reverse slow playback rate: x1/2 x1/4 x1/8 x1/16- To resume normal playback, press the OK button.

The camcorder does not play recorded sound in slow motionplayback.

To adjust the volume

Press the Control (Up/Down) button toincrease or decrease the volume.

The volume bar disappears ater3~4 seconds.You can hear the recorded soundrom the built-in speaker.

The level can be set anywherebetween 0 and 10.(I you close the LCD screen whileplaying, you will not hear the soundrom the speaker.)

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You can view recorded photos byusing various playback unctions.

VIEWING PHOTOS

This unction works only in Photo Play ( ) mode.You can ind and view desired photos quickly using the thumbnailindex view.

1. Open the LCD screen and press thePower ( ) button to turn on thecamcorder.page 23

Set the appropriate storagemedia. (SMX-F53/F54 only) apage 30(I you want to playback imageson a memory card, insert amemory card.)

2. Press the MODE button to selectthe Play mode.

The thumbnail index viewappears. The thumbnail highlightis on the latest created or playedile.

3. Select the Photo thumbnail index view screen.You can easily switch between video and photo thumbnailview using the zoom lever.

4. Use the Control (Up/Down/Left/Right) button to select thedesired photos, and then press the OK button.

The shortcut menu or playback appears or a short time.

To view the previous/next photo, press the Control (Left/Right) button.To return to the thumbnail index view, move the zoom lever.

Do not power o or eject the memory card during photo playback.Doing so may damage the recorded data.Your camcorder may not playback the ollowing photo iles normally;- The photo was recorded on another device.- The photo is in a le ormat not supported by this camcorder (a

ormat that does not conorm to DCF standards).

Loading time may vary depending on the size and quality o theselected photo ile.Use the Quick View unction i you want to preview the last recordedphotos. page 37

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MENU ITEMS

Accessible items in the menu vary depending on the operating mode.For operation details, see the page listed in the Page column.

Recording menu items

Items Record ( / ) mode Default value Page

iSCENE Auto 46

Video Resolution TV Fine 47

Photo Resolution 1696x960

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