User Manual
SAFETY WARNINGS
What the icons and signs in this user manual mean;
WARNING
CAUTION product.
CAUTION using your camcorder, follow these basic safety precautions.
These warning signs are here to prevent injury to you and others.
Please follow them explicitly. After reading this section, keep it in a safe place for future
reference.
• When Using theA© Power adapte r with Your _amcerdeg ConneCt the adapteE to an 0utle t
with protective gE0unding:
_Do not expose the camcorder battery to direct sunlight, heaters, radiators, fire, or any other /
source of excessive heat.
Only plug the adaptor p!ug into a socket that is easily accessible. I_ any problem occurs with
Means that there is a potential risk of death or serious injury.
To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when
Means hints or referential pages that may be heipfui when operating the
camcorder.
Warning!
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MPORTANT iNFORMATiON ON USE
Before using this camcorder
• This camcorder records video in H.264
(MPEG4 partl0/AVC) format and in High
Definition Video (HD-VIDEO) or Standard
Definition Video(SD-VIDEO).
• Please note that this 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.
• We can not compensate you for damage
to or loss of your recorded contents:
- Samsung cannot compensate you for
any damage caused when a recording
cannot be played back because of a
defect in the camcorder or memory card.
Samsung cannot be responsible for your
recorded video and audio.
Recorded contents may be lost due to a
mistake when handling this camcorder
or memory card, etc. Samsung shall
not be responsible for compensation for
damages due to the loss of recorded
contents.
• Make a backup of important recorded
data.
Protect your important recorded data
by copying the files to a PC. We also
recommend you to copy it from your PC
to other recording media for storage.
Refer to the software installation and USB
connection guide.
• Copyrights: Please note that this
camcorder is intended for individual use
only.
Data recorded on the storage media in this
camcorder using other digital/analog media
or devices is protected by the copyright
act and cannot be used without permission
of the owner of the copyright, except for
personal enjoyment. Even if you record
an event such as a show, performance
or exhibition for personal enjoyment, it is
strongly recommended that you obtain
permission beforehand.
About this user manual
Thank you for purchasing this Samsung
Camcorder. Please read this user manual
carefully before you use the camcorder and
keep it handy for future reference. Should
your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer
to Troubleshooting.
This User Manual covers HMX-M20SN,
HMX-M20BN models.
• The HMX-M20SN, HMX-M20BN do not
have built-in flash memory and use memory
cards. Although some features of HMX-
M20SN, HMX-M20BN models are different,
they operate in the same way.
• Illustrations of model HMX-M20SN are
used in this user manual.
The displays in this user manual may not be
exactly the same as those you see on the
LCD screen.
Designs and specifications of the
camcorder and other accessories are
subject to change without any notice.
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The following terms are used in this manuak
* 'Scene' refers to the point where you press
Record Start/Stop button to start recording
until you press again to pause the recording.
o The terms 'photo' and 'still image' are used
interchangeably with the same meaning.
* For Open Source licenses information,
refer to the "Opensource M20.pdf" in the
provided CD-ROM.
Notes regardin{_ trademarks
• All the trade names and registered
trademarks mentioned in this manual or other
documentation provided with your Samsung
product are trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective holders.
• The SD logo is a trademark. The SDHC
logo is a trademark.
• Microsoft @, Windows @, Windows Vista @ and
DirectX @ are either registered trademarks or
trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation in
the United States and/or other countries.
• Intel @, CoreTM and Pentium @ are the
registered trademarks or trademarks of the
Intel Corporation in the United States and
other countries.
• Macintosh, Mac OS are either registered
trademarks or trademarks of Apple Inc. in
the United States and/or other countries.
• YouTube is a trademark of Google Inc.
• FlickrTM is a trademark of Yahoo.
• Facebook is a trademark of Facebook Inc.
• HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition
Multimedia Interface are trademarks or
registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
• Adobe, the Adobe logo, and Adobe
Acrobat are either registered trademarks or
trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated
in the United States and/or other countries.
• All the other product names mentioned
here in may be the trademark or registered
trademarks of their respect companies.
Furthermore, "TM" and "@" are not
mentioned in each case in this manual.
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This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage
consisting a risk of electric shock is present
within this unit.
OAUTION: TO REDUOE THE RISK OF ELEOTRIO SHOOK,
DO NOT REMOVE OOVER (OR BAOK).
NO USER-SERVIOEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVIOING TO QUALIFIED SERVIOE PERSONNEL.
Warning
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
Caution
Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such
as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
To disconnect the apparatus from the mains, the plug must be pulled out from the mains
socket, therefore the mains plug shall be readily operable.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed allwamings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manulacturer's instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
or grounding--type plug. A polarized plug has
two blades with one wider than the other. A
grounding type plug has two blades and a
third grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your safety. II the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet,
consult an ebctrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
This symbol indicates that there are important
operating and maintenance instructions in the
literature accompanying this unit.
1 O. Protect the power cord Irom being walked on
or pinched particularly at plugs, conversience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.
11. Only use attachment/accessories specified by
the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table specified by the
manulacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-
over,
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualilied service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such as power-
supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has beers
spilled or objects have Iallen into the apparatus,
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has
been dropped.
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15. Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such
as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
16. VENTII..ATION:
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided
for ventilation to ensure reliable operation
of the CAMCORDER and to protect it from
overheating. These openings must not
be blocked or covered. Never place your
CAMCORDER on a bed, sofa, rug, or other
sk_lilar surface: on or near a radiaIor or heat
register. This CAMCORDER should not be
placed in a built--in installation such as a
bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is
provided or the manufacturer's instructions haw_
been adhered to.
17. POWER SOURCES:
The CAMCORDER should be operated only from
the type of power source indicated ors the label.
If you are not sure of the type of power supply
at your home, consult your appliance dealer
or local power company. A CAMCORDER is
intended to be operated from battery power, or
other sources, ref_)r to the operating instructions.
18. GROUNDING OR POL/_RIZATION:
This CAMCORDER may be equipped with
either a polarized 2--wire AC line plug (a plug
having one blade wider than the other) or a
3wire grounding type plug, a plug having a third
(grounding) pin. II you are unable to insert the
plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug.
II the plug still fails to Iit, contact your electrician
to replace your outlet. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the polarized plug.
19. POWER-CORD PROTECTION:
Power-supply cords should be routed so that
they are not likely to be walked ors or pinched
by items placed upon or against them, paying
particular attention to cords or plugs, convenient
receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the unit.
20. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING:
CAMCORDER, be sure the antenna or cable
system is grounded to provide some protectiors
against voltage surges and built-up static
charges, Section 810 of the National Electrical
Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70--1984, provides
information with respect to proper grounding of
the maeI and supporting structure, grounding
of the lead--in wire and supporting structure,
grounding of the mast and supporting structure,
grounding of the lead--in wire to an antenna
discharge unit, size of grounding to conductors,
location of antenna-discharge unit, connection
to grounding electrodes and requirements for
the grounding electrode. See figure below.
21.
LIGHTNING:
For added protectiors of this CAMCORDER
during a
lightning storm
or when it is
left unattended
and unused for
long periods of
time, unplug it
from the wall .................
outlet and
disconnect the antenna or cable system. This
will prevent damage to the CAMCORDER due to
lightning and powerline surges.
22.
POWER LINES:
An outside antenna system should not be
located in the vicinity of overhead power lines
or other electric light or power circuits where it
can fall into such power lines or circuits. When
installing an outside antenna system, exlreme
care should be takers to keep from touching
such power lines or circuits as contact with
them might be fatal.
23. OVERLOADING:
Do not overload wall outlets and extension
cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric
shock.
24. OBJECTS AND LIQUIDS:
Never push objects of any kind into this
CAMCORDER through openings as they may
touch dangerous vokage points or short out
a part that could result in a fire or electric
shock. Never spill liquids of any kind onto the
CAMCORDER. Should spillage occur, unplug
unit and have it checked by a technician before
use,
25. SERVICING:
Do not attempt to service this CAMCORDER
yourself. Opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltage or other
hazards. Ref_r all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
26. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE:
Unplug this CAMCORDER from the wall outlet
and refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is
damaged.
b. II any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects
have fallen into the CAMCORDER.
c. If the CAMCORDER has beers exposed to
rain or water.
d. If the CAMCORDER does not operate
normally by Iollowing the operating
instructions, adjust only those controls that
are covered by the operating instructions.
Improper adjustment of other controls may
result in damage and will often require
exlensive work by a qualified technician
to restore the CAMCORDER to its normal
operation.
e. II the CAMCORDER has beers dropped or
the cabinet has beers damaged.
f. When the CAMCORDER exhibits a distinct
change in performance, this indicates a need
for service.
27. REPLACEMENT PARTS:
When replacement parts are required, be sure
the service technician has used replacement
parts specified by the manufacturer and having
the same characterislics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock or other hazards.
28. SAFETrY CHECK:
Upon corrlpletion of any service or repairs to
this CAMCORDER, ask the service technician
to perform safety checks to determine that the
CAMCORDER is in saf_ operating order.
29. To prevent damage which may result in fire or
shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to
rain or moisture.
30. If this power supply is used at 240V ac, a
suitable plug adaptor should be used.
31. This product is covered by one or more of the
following U.S. patents:
5,060,220 5,457,669 5,561,649 5,705,762
5,987,4176,043,912 6,222,983 6,272,096 6,377,524
6,377,5316,385,587 6,389,570 6,408,408 6,466,532
6,473,7366,477,501 6,480,829 6,556,520 6,556,521
6,556,5226,578,163 6,594,208 6,631,110 6,658,588
6,674,6976,674,957 6,687,455 6,697,307 6,707,985
6,721,2436,721,493 6,728,474 6,741,535 6,744,713
6,744,9726,765,853 6,765,853 6,771,890 6,771,891
6,775,4656,778,755 6,788,629 6,788,630 6,795,637
6,810,2016,862,256 6,868,054 6,894,963 6,937,552
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USER INSTALLER CAUTION:
Your authority to operate this FCC certified
equipment could be voided if you make changes or
modifications not expressly approved by this party
responsible for compliance to part 15 FCC rules.
NOTE:
LAMP(S) INSIDE THIS PRODUCT CONTAIN
MERCURY AND MUST BE RECYCLED OR
DISPOSED OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL,
SIATE OR FEDERAL LAWS. For details
see lamprecycle.org, eiae.org, or call
1-800--Samsung (7267864)
CALIFORNIA USA ONLY
This Perchlorate warning applies only to
primary OR (Manganese Dioxide) Lithium coin
cells in the product sold or distributed ONLY
in California USA
" Perchlorate Material - special handling may
apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouewaste/
perchlorate."
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular
installation.
II this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following
measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/
TV technician Ior help and for additional
suggestions. The user may find the
following booklet prepared by the Federal
Communications Cemmission helpful: "How
to Identify and Resolw_ Radio--TV Interference
Problems." This Booklet is available from the
U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington,
D.C. 20402, Stock No. 004-060--00345-4.
:CO Warning
The user is cautioned that changes or
modifications not expressly approved by the
manulacturer could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions;
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
The safety precautions illustrated below are to prevent personal injury or material damages.
Follow all instructions carefully.
_ ARNING
Means that there is a potential
risk of serious personal injury.
_ CAU'FION
Means that there is a potential
risk of personal injury or
damage to the product
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Do not overload outlets or
extension cords as th_s maj result
in abnormal heat or fire.
Q
No sand or dust! Fine sand or
dust en[enng the camcorder or
AC power adaptor could cause
malfunctions or defects.
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_ Prohibited action.
_ nplug from the power
supply.
Q ®
Using the camcorder ai
[emperatares over 60°01"140°F)
may result in fire. Keeping the
battery at a high temperature may
cause an explosion.
No oil! Oil entering the camcorde-
or AC power adaptor could cause
electric shock, malfunctions or
defects.
Do not allow water or metal and
inflammable matter to enter the
camcorder or AC power adap[or.
Doing so may pose a fire hazard.
Do not aim the camcorder directly
into the sun. Doing so could cause
eye injuries, as well as lead to
malfunctioning of internal parts of
Lhe proaucL
Do not touch the product.
This precaution must be
kept.
Do not bend the pov.ercord or
oamage the AC power adaptor by
pressing on it with a heavy objeci.
There maj be a risk of fire or
electdc shock.
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Do not disconnect the AC adaptor
by pulling on its power-cora, as
this could damage the power-cora.
Do not use the AC aaaptor if it has
damaged, spl_t or broken cords or
wires. Doing so may cause fire or
electric shock
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onetc0 nectt eAcadapter Chemicals to clean the camcorder.
unless the plug can be fully inse[ted Do not dispose of battery pack in a Do not SpraY cleaners direct!y on
with no part of the blades exposed, fire as it may explode, the camcerder.
water when using it near the beach of children, If the lithium battery Do not fire _he flash directly
or PC01 or when it rains, There is or memory card i s swallowed in front someone's eyes
a risk of malfunction or electric by children, consu!t physician (especially infants): Doing so
shock: immediately, may cause impaired vision:
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DO not plug 0i Unplug the power KeeP the powerLc0rd Unplugged unplug the power-cord, There is
cord with wet hands. There is a when not in use or during lightning a risk of malfunction or electric
risk of electric shock, storms: There is a risk of fire: shock:
sound o_ smell, or smokes, Unplug the immediately detach the AC
p0werrc0rd immediately and request adaptor or batterY from the
service from a Samsung service center, camcorder.
6 There is a risk of fire or personal injury, There iS a risk 0f fire 0r injUry
When cleaning the AC adaptor,
DO not attempt to disassemble;
repair, or modify the camcorder or
the AC adaptor to avoid a risk of
fire or electric shock.
(_) CAUTION
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DO not press the SUrfaCe Of DO not dro# or expose the
the LCD with force, or hit it camcerder, battery pack, AC adaptor Do not use the camcorder on a
with a sharp object. If you or other accessories to severe tripo d (not supplied) in a place
push the LCD surface, d!splay vibratio0s or impact. This may cause where it is subject to severe
unevenness may occur: a malfunction or injury, vibrations or impact.
Do not use the camcorder in direct Do net leave the camcorder in Do not expose the camcarder to
sunlight or near heating equipment, a closed vehicle for a long time, soot or steam: Thick soot or steam
This may cause a malfunction or where the temperature is verY could damage the camcorder case
injury, high. Or cause a malfunctien.
Do not use the camcorder near dense DO n0t expose the camcorder to
exhaust gas generated by gasoline insecticide, Insecticide entering the Do not expose the camcorder to
or diesel engines, or corrosiye gas camc0rder could cause the product sudden changes in temperature or a
such as hydrogen sulphide. Doing s o to operate abnormally, Turn the humid place, There is a!so a risk of
may corrode the externat or internat Camcorder off and cover it with a vinyt defect or etectric shock when using
terminals, disabling normat operation, sheet, etc, before using insecticide, outdoors during lightning storms,
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Do not place the camcorder
with the open LCD screen
down.
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Do not hold the camcorder by the
LCD monitor when lifting it. The
LCD screen could detach and the
camcorder may fall.
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Use Samsung-approvec accessories
only. Using products from other
manufacturers may cause
overnea[ing, fire, explosion, electric
shock o[ personal Injuries caused by
abnormal operation.
Only plug th_ aaap_r plug _nto a socKei
that is easily accessible. If any problerr
occurs wltn tne product, you must pu_
[he plug out of the socket to d sconnec[
the power completely. Turning off the
Dower put[on on [ne product does not
completely
Do not wipe the camcorder body
with benzene or thinner, The
exterior coating could peel off or
the case surface could deteriorate,
(S)
Do not use the camcorder near
a TV or radio: This could cause
no_se on the TV screen or to radio
broadcasts,
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Place the camcorder on a stable
surface that is well ventilated
Do not leave [he LCD screen open
when not using the camcorder.
O
30 not use the camcorder near
sources of strong raaio waves or
magnetism such as speakers or targe
motors. Noise from these sources
couId distort [he video or audio you
are recording.
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4eep impor_am aa[a separate v.
Samsung is not responsible for
data loss
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2 Before reading this user manual
5 Safety information
9 Contents
PREPARATION
BASIC OPERATION
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13 Quick start guide
13 You can record videos or photos on
a memory card
1 7 What's included with your camcorder
18 Getting to know the camcorder
18 Location of controls
20 Identifying the screen displays
24 Getting started
24 Using the battery pack
26 Checking the battery state
29 Basic operation of the camcorder
29 Turning your camcorder on/off
30 Switching to the power saving mode
31 Setting the operation modes
31 Using the display(IEiV_CHEOK) button
32 Using the touch panel
33 First time settings
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oo Setting the time zone and date/
time for the first time
34 Selecting a languages
35 Getting ready to start recording
35 Inserting and removing a memory card
(not supplied)
36 Selecting a suitable memory card
39 Using the hand strap
39 Adjusting the LCD screen
40 Basic camcorder positioning
41 Basic Recording
41 Recording videos
43 Capturing photos in video record
mode (Still shot)
44 Recording photos
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45 Recording with ease for beginners
(SMART AUTO mode)
47 Capturing photos while playing back
videos
48 Zooming
49 Basic Playback
49 Changing the playback mode
50 Playing back videos
52 Viewing photos
53 Viewing a slide show
54 Zooming during playback
ADVANCED OPERATION
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55 Advanced Recording
55 Handling menus and Q.MENUS
56 Menu items
59 Q.MENU items
60 /SCENE
61 Resolution
62 Quality
62 Slow Motion
63 Sharpness
64 White Balance
65 ISO
65 Aperture
66 Shutter
66 EV
67 3D-NR
67 Super C.Nite
68 Back Light
68 Dynamic Range
69 Flash
70 Focus
71 Face Detection
75 Magic Touch
76 Metering
76 Anti-Shake(HDIS)
77 Digital Effect
78 Fader
79 Tele Macro
79 Wind Cut
ADVANCED OPERATION
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80 MIC Level
80 Digital Zoom
81 Cont. Shot
82 Bracket Shot
82 Self Timer
83 Time Lapse REC
85 Quick view
86 Guideline
86 Advance playback
86 Play Option
87 Story-Board Print
88 Using/VIEW
89 Highlight
89 Share Mark
90 Cont. Capture
90 File Info
91 System setting
91 Date/Time Display
91 Date Type
92 Time Type
92 File No.
93 Time Zone
94 LCD Control
94 LCD Enhancer
95 Auto LCD Off
95 Booting Mode
96 Quick On STBY
97 PC Software
97 Storage Info
98 Format
99 Beep Sound
99 Shutter Sound
100 Auto Power Off
100 Rec Lamp
101 USB Connect
101 TV Connect Guide
102 TV Display
102 TV Type
103 Analog TV Out
103 Default Set
104 Demo
104 Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)
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EDITING VIDEO 105 Editing video clips
EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS
USING A COMPUTER
105 Deleting a section of a video
106 Dividing a video
107 Combining videos
108 Editing the playlist
108 Playlist
109 Creating the playlist
110 Arranging videos in the playlist
111 Deleting videos from the playlist
112 File management
112 Protection from accidental erasure
113 Deleting files
114 Printing photos
114 DPOF printing settings
115 Direct printing with a PictBridge
printer
117 Connecting to a TV
117 To connect to a high definition TV
119 Connecting to a standard definition TV
121 Viewing on a TV screen
122 Dubbing videos
122 Dubbing to VCR or DVD/HDD recorders
123 Using with a Windows computer
123 Checking your computer type
124 What you can do with a Windows
computer
125 Using the Intelli-studio program
129 Using as a removable storage device
OTHER INFORMATION
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131 Warning indicators and messages
134 Troubleshooting
138 Maintenance & additional information
138 Maintenance
139 Additional information
140 Using your camcorder abroad
141 Specifications
WHAT'S NCLUDED WiTH YOUR CAMCORDER
Before using the camcorder, make sure none of the kems listed below are missing from your box.
The contents or the shape of the accessories may vary depending on the sales region.
Checking your accessories
HMX--M20SN Silver
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HMX--M20BN Black
,, The shape is tile same for all modeb. Only the color is different.
Color/
Touch panel
8x(Optical),
12x(Intelli)
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,, The exact appearance of each item may vary by model.
• The contents may vary depending on the sales region.
• Parts and accessories carl be purchased after consulting with your local Samsung dealer.
SAMSUNG is not responsibb for reduced battery life time or malfunctions caused by any
unauthorised use of accessories such as AC adaptor or the batteries.
,, Your camcorder includes the user manual CD and quick start guide (printed). For more detailed
instructions, refer to the user manual (PDF) on the provided CD.
,, A memory card is not provided. Buy a memory card that is compatible with this camcorder.
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LOCATION OF CONTROLS
Front/Left/Right
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! Built-in flash 9 Power(y}) button
2 Lens !0 Display (IrlI/iCHECK) button
3 Recording indicator button ! ! Smart Auto/iVIEW button
4 Internal microphone !2 Share button
5 Q.MENU button !3 PHOTO button
_;_ Zoom (W/T) button !4 Zoom(W/T)lever
7 Recording start/stop button !5 Built-in speaker
8 LCD screen (Touch screen) !_;_ Hand strap hook
Dunng a recording, be careful not to block the internal microphone and lens.