Samsung SC-MX10A, SC-MX10AU, SC-MX10P User Manual

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key features of your memory camcorder

MPEG4 Encoding Records enhanced quality video in MPEG4 ASP(Advanced Simple Proﬁle) format (720 x 480) onto memory cards at 30 fps for high resolution, life-like images.

High-capacity embedded Flash Memory (4GB) (SC-MX10A/MX10AU only)

The camcorder has built-in high capacity ﬂash memory that allows you to record movie images.

Various Recording Media

In addition to the built-in ﬂash memory (SC-MX10A/MX10AU only), this memory camcorder supports various storage media such as SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) and MMCplus. (128 MB ~ 8 GB)

2.7" Wide (16:9) LCD Display (112K Pixels)

You can see the bigger picture by enlarging the 4:3 aspect ratio into 16:9 wide screen with the 2.7" wide (16:9) LCD screen. The 112K pixel LCD monitor rotates up to 270 degrees for ﬂexible viewing angles and provides sharp, detailed image for monitoring and playback.

Capture Visions Farther Than The Eye Can See (34x Optical/1200x Digital Zoom)

Samsung's powerful optical zoom lenses bring the world closer without sacriﬁcing image quality. In addition, Digital Zoom interpolation means that extreme digital zooming is clearer, with less distortion than previous types of digital zooms.

Various Recording Features

The memory camcorder supports Anti-Shake(EIS) (Electronic Image Stabilizer), Digital Effects and a wide range of other functions that you can select according to the scene you are recording.

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Enjoying Various Playback Features

Unlike tape operation, playback is simple and easy in this memory camcorder since no time is needed for rewinding or fast forward operations. Various functions are available for enjoying many different types of playback.

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Play back on your PC

USB 2.0 enables the smooth transfer of movies you've recorded to a computer. With the bundled software, you can easily transfer and play back movies on your PC.

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PC Cam for multi-entertaining

Connect the memory camcorder to a PC via a USB 2.0 cable and instantly communicate via live video with business associates, friends and family wherever you are.

Versatile 16:9 Wide & 4:3 Display option

You can easily select the display option when recording or playback (16:9 Wide/4:3 ). Samsung’s 16:9 Wide display option lets you monitor more widely on the 2.7" wide LCD screen when recording or playback with your memory camcorder. Ensure your entire movies are recorded in 4:3 aspect ratio regardless of the display option (16:9 Wide/4:3 aspect ratio).

< 4:3 aspect ratio >

< 16:9 Wide aspect ratio >

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safety warnings

What the icons and signs in this user manual mean :

WARNING

CAUTION

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.

Means that death or serious personal injury is a risk.

Means that there is a potential risk for personal injury or material damage.

To reduce the risk of ﬁre, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when using your memory camcorder, follow these basic safety precautions:

Means hints or referential pages that may be helpful when operating the

memory camcorder

important safety instructions

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE 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.

This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage consisting a risk of electric shock is present within this unit.

This symbol indicates that there are important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying this unit.

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1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

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 manufacturer’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. If the provided plug does not ﬁt into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience 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 manufacturer, 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.

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Refer all servicing to qualiﬁed service personnel.

Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as powersupply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

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. VENTILATION:

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 similar surface: on or near a radiator 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 have been adhered to.

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important safety instructions

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H)

NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

GROUND CLAMP

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)

17. POWER SOURCES: The CAMCORDER should be operated only from the

type of power source indicated on 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, refer to the operating instructions.

18. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION: 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 3-wire grounding type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to ﬁt, 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 on 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 protection 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 mast 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.

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LIGHTNING:

For added protection 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.

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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, extreme care should be taken 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 voltage 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. Refer 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. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects

have fallen into the CAMCORDER.

c. If the CAMCORDER has been exposed to rain

or water.

d. If the CAMCORDER does not operate normally

by following 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 extensive work by a qualiﬁed technician to restore the CAMCORDER to its normal operation.

e. If the CAMCORDER has been dropped or the

cabinet has been 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 characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in ﬁre, electric shock or other hazards.

28. SAFETY CHECK:

Upon completion of any service or repairs to

this CAMCORDER, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the CAMCORDER is in safe operating order.

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important safety instructions

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 adapter 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 5,987,417 6,043,912 6,222,983 6,272,096 6,377,524 6,377,531 6,385,587 6,389,570 6,408,408 6,466,532 6,473,736 6,477,501 6,480,829 6,556,520 6,556,521 6,556,522 6,578,163 6,594,208 6,631,110 6,658,588 6,674,697 6,674,957 6,687,455 6,697,307 6,707,985 6,721,243 6,721,493 6,728,474 6,741,535 6,744,713 6,744,972 6,765,853 6,765,853 6,771,890 6,771,891 6,775,465 6,778,755 6,788,629 6,788,630 6,795,637 6,810,201 6,862,256 6,868,054 6,894,963 6,937,552

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: Hg

LAMP(S) INSIDE THIS PRODUCT CONTAIN MERCURY AND MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL, STATE 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 CR (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/hazardouswaste/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. If 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 for help and for additional suggestions.

The user may ﬁnd the following booklet prepared by the

Federal Communications Commission helpful : “How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems.”

This Booklet is available from the U.S. Government

Printing Ofﬁce, Washington, D.C. 20402, Stock No. 004-000-00345-4.

FCC Warning

The user is cautioned that changes or modiﬁcations not expressly approved by the manufacturer 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.

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precautions

This camcorder should always be connected to an AC outlet with a protective grounding connection.

Warning!

Caution

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.

Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

If this power supply is used at 240V ac, a suitable plug adaptor should be used.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUKT

LUOKAN 1 LASER LAITE

KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT

PRODUCTO LASER CLASE 1

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important information on use

BEFORE USING THIS CAMCORDER

This memory camcorder records video in MPEG4 format and at Standard Resolution (SD-VIDEO).

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Please note that this memory camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats.

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Before recording important video, make a trial recording.

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- Play back your trial recording to make sure the video and audio have been recorded properly.

- Samsung cannot compensate for any damage caused when a recording cannot be played back because of a defect in the memory 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 memory 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

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- Protect your important recorded data by copying the ﬁles to a PC. We also recommend you copy it from your PC to other recording media for storage. Refer to the software installation and USB connection guide.

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- Data recorded on the card in this memory camcorder using other digital/analog media or devices is protected by the copyright act and cannot be used without permission of the owner of 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.

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precautions on use

IMPORTANT NOTE

Handle the liquid crystal display (LCD) with care:

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- The LCD is a very delicate display device: Do not press its surface with excessive force, hit it or prick it with a sharp object.

- If you push the LCD surface, unevenness in display may occur. If unevenness does not disappear, turn the camcorder off, wait for a few moments, and then turn it on again.

- Do not place the camcorder with the open LCD screen down.

- Close the LCD monitor when not using the camcorder

Liquid crystal display:

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- The LCD screen is a product of high precision technology. Out of the total pixels (approx. 112,000 pixels of an LCD monitor ), 0.01% or less pixels may be out (black dots) or may remain lit as colored dots (red, blue, and green). This shows the limitations of the current technology, and does not indicate a fault that will interfere with recording.

- The LCD screen will be slightly dimmer than usual when the camcorder is at low temperature, as in cold areas, or right after the power is turned on. Normal brightness will be restored when the temperature inside the camcorder rises. This has no effect on the images in the storage media, so there is no cause for concern.

Hold the memory camcorder correctly:

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- Do not hold the memory camcorder by the LCD monitor when lifting it: the LCD monitor could detach and the memory camcorder may fall.

Do not subject the memory camcorder to impact:

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- This memory camcorder is a precision machine. Take great care that you do not strike it against a hard object or let it fall.

- Do not use the memory camcorder on a tripod in a place where it is subject to severe vibrations or impact.

No sand or dust!

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- Fine sand or dust entering the memory camcorder or AC power adaptor could cause malfunctions or defects.

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precautions on use

No water or oil!

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- Water or oil entering the memory camcorder or AC power adaptor could cause electric shock, malfunctions or defects.

Heat on surface of product:

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- The surface of the memory camcorder will be slightly warm when in use, but this does not indicate a fault.

Be careful of unusual ambient temperature:

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Using the memory camcorder in a place where the temperature is over 140°F (40°C) or lower than 32°F (0°C) may result in abnormal recording/playback.

- Do not leave the memory camcorder on a beach or in a closed vehicle where the temperature is very high for a long time: This could cause a malfunction.

Do not point directly at the sun:

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- If direct sunlight strikes the lens, the memory camcorder could malfunction or a ﬁre could occur.

- Do not leave the memory camcorder with the LCD screen exposed to direct sunlight: This could cause a malfunction.

Do not use the memory camcorder near TV or radio:

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- This could cause noise to appear on the TV screen or in radio broadcasts.

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Do not use the memory camcorder near strong radio waves or magnetism:

- If the memory camcorder is used near strong radio waves or magnetism, such as near a radio transmitter or electric appliances, noise could enter video and audio that are being recorded. During playback of normally recorded video and audio, noise may also be present in picture and sound. At worst the memory camcorder could malfunction.

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Do not expose the memory camcorder to soot or steam:

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- Thick soot or steam could damage the memory camcorder case or cause a malfunction.

Do not use the memory camcorder near corrosive gas:

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- If the memory camcorder is used in a place where there is dense exhaust gas generated by gasoline or diesel engines, or corrosive gas such as hydrogen sulﬁde, the external or internal terminals could corrode, disabling normal operation, or the battery connection terminals could corrode, so that power will not turn on.

Do not use the memory camcorder near an ultrasonic humidiﬁer:

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- Calcium and other chemicals dissolved in water could scatter in the air, and white particles could adhere to the optical head of the memory camcorder, which could cause it to operate abnormally.

Do not clean the memory camcorder body with benzene or thinner:

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- The coating of exterior could peel off or the case surface could deteriorate.

- When using a chemical cleaning cloth, follow the instructions.

Keep the memory card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.

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precautions on use

ABOUT THIS USER MANUAL

This User Manual covers models SC-MX10, SC-MX10P, SC-MX10A and SC-MX10AU.

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The SC-MX10A and SC-MX10AU have a built-in 4 GB ﬂash memory, but also use Memory cards. The SC-MX10, SC-MX10P does not have built-in ﬂash memory and uses Memory cards exclusively. Although some features of SC-MX10, SC-MX10P, SC-MX10A and SC-MX10AU are different, they operate in the same way.

Illustrations of model SC-MX10A are used in this user manual.

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

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Designs and speciﬁcations of storage media and other accessories are subject to change without any notice.

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NOTES REGARDING A TRADEMARK

All the trade names and registered trademarks mentioned in this manual or other documentation provided with

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your Samsung product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Windows® is registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation, registered in the United States and

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other countries. Macintosh is trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.

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All the other product names mentioned here in may be the trademark or registered trademarks of their respective

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companies. Furthermore, “TM” and “R” are not mentioned in each case in this manual.

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR

MEMORY CAMCORDER

06 Quick Start Guide 07 What's included with your memory camcorder 08 Front & left view 09 Side & bottom view

PREPARATION

ABOUT THE STORAGE MEDIA

RECORDING

PLAYBACK

10 Using the accessories 12 Connecting a power source 20 Button type battery installation 21 Basic operation of your memory camcorder

22 LCD screen indicators 25 Turning the screen indicators on/off ( ) 26 Using the LCD enhancer 27 Adjusting the LCD screen 27 Using the MENU button 28 Using the Control buttons 29 Shortcut menu (OK Guide) 30 Initial setting : OSD Language & date and time

32 Selecting the storage media (SC-MX10A/MX10AU only)

33 Inserting / ejecting the memory card 34 Selecting the suitable memory card 36 Recordable time and capacity

38 Recording movie images 40 Recording with ease for beginners (EASY.Q mode) 41 Zooming In and out

42 Movie Images playback

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RECORDING OPTIONS

PLAY BACK OPTIONS

45 Changing the menu settings 47 Menu items 48 Recording menu items 48 Scene Mode (AE) 49 White Balance 50 Exposure 51 Anti-shake(EIS) 52 Digital Effects 53 Focus 54 Back Light 55 16:9 Wide 55 Quality 56 Resolution 56 Digital Zoom

57 Setting the play option 58 Deleting movie images 59 Protecting movie images 60 Copying movie images 61 16:9 Wide 61 File Information

(SC-MX10A/MX10AU only)

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SETTING OPTIONS

62 Changing the menu settings in "Settings" 63 Setting menu items

64 Date/Time set 64 Date format 64 Time format 64 Date/Time 65 LCD Brightness 65 LCD color 65 Auto Power Off 66 Beep Sound

66 File no. 66 Memory type (SC-MX10A/MX10AU only) 67 Memory info 67 Format 68 Default set 68 Version 68 Language 68 USB Connect 68 Demo

USB INTERFACE

CONNECTION

MAINTENANCE & ADDITIONAL

INFORMATION

TROUBLESHOOTING

SPECIFICATIONS

WARRANTY (SEA USERS ONLY)

69 System requirements 71 Installing the software 73 Connecting the USB cable 74 Viewing the contents of storage media 75 Transferring ﬁles from the memory camcorder to your PC 76 Using the PC Cam function

77 Viewing on TV Screen 78 Recording (Dubbing) Images on Other Video Devices

79 Maintenance 80 Additional information

81 Troubleshooting

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quick start guide

This chapter introduces you to the basic features of your memory camcorder. See the reference pages for more information.

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Preparation

Connecting a power source

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page 12 Check out the storage media ➥page 32 Setting the Date/Time and OSD Language ➥page 30

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Step1

Recording

Recording the movie ➥page 38 •

Step2

Playing back

Selecting an image to play back from the thumbnail index views ➥page 42 Viewing playback from your camcorder on your PC or TV

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Step3

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getting to know your memory camcorder

WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH YOUR MEMORY CAMCORDER

Your new memory camcorder comes with the following accessories. If any of these items is missing from your box, call Samsung’s Customer Care Center.

The exact shape of each item may vary by model.

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Battery pack

(IA-BP85ST)

AD43-00180A

Software CD

AD46-00093B,

AD46-00097A

Lens cover strap

AD72-00049A

Cradle*

AD97-13017A

AC power adapter

(AA-E9 type)

AD44-00116A

User manual

AD68-01307A

Quick start guide

AD68-01310A

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The contents may vary depending on the sales region.

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Parts and accessories are available at your local Samsung dealer.

* : The Cradle is not supplied with your camcorder. To buy this optional accessory, contact

your nearest Samsung dealer.

Multi-AV cable

AD39-00119D

Button type battery

(type: CR2025)

AD43-10130H

Pouch

AD69-00932A

USB cable

AD39-00132A

Lens cover

AD97-13002A

SD Card

1109-001375

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FRONT & LEFT VIEW

ens LCD screen Internal microphone Built-in speaker MENU button button OK button LCD ENHANCER ( ) button Control button ( ) Zoom lever (W/T) Recording start/stop button

getting to know your memory camcorder

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SIDE & BOTTOM VIEW

10 12

MODE indicator (record( ) / player ( )) Recording start/stop button

Multi cable jack (AV/ ) Grip belt

USB jack (USB) Swivel Hand-grip DC IN jack (DC IN) Grip belt hook

EASY.Q button Tripod receptacle

Charging indicator (CHG) Cradle receptacle

POWER switch Memory card /Battery slot cover

MODE button Button type battery slot

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preparation

This section provides information on using this memory camcorder : such as how to use the provided accessories, how to charge the battery, how to setup the operation mode and initial setup.

USING THE ACCESSORIES

Attaching a Grip Belt

Insert your right hand from the bottom of memory camcorder up to the base of your thumb. Put your hand in a position where you can easily operate the Recording start/stop button and the Zoom lever. Adjust the length of grip belt so that the memory camcorder is stable when you press the Recording start/stop button with your thumb.

1. Detach the belt.

2. Adjust the length of grip belt.

3. Attach the belt.

Angle Adjustment

Rotate the swivel hand-grip at the most convenient angle. You can rotate it downward upto 150 degrees.

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0˚~150˚

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Attaching a Lens Cap

Pass the provided string through the hole in the grip belt attachment part and pass it through the hole in the lens cap.

1. Attach the lens cap string to lens cap. Shorter side is for the lens cap.

2. Attach the string to the attachment hole of memory camcorder. Detaching the grip belt makes things easier.

3. Push both sides of cap inward and attach it over the lens.

Using the cradle (optional accessory)

The Cradle is a connection plate which can be used to make the camcorder more stable when charging the battery,or connecting to a TV or a PC.

DC IN jack

Multi cable jack

USB jack

Cradle receptacle

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CONNECTING A POWER SOURCE

There are two types of power source that can be connected to your memory camcorder. Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment.

- The battery pack: used for outdoor recording.

- The AC power adapter : used for indoor recording. ➥page 19

To Charge the Battery Pack

Be sure to charge the battery pack before you start using your memory camcorder.

Battery Pack installation / ejection

It is recommended you purchase one or more additional battery packs to allow continuous use of your memory camcorder.

Inserting the battery pack

1. Slide and open the battery slot cover as shown in the ﬁ gure.

2. Insert the battery pack into the battery slot until it softly clicks.

Make sure that the SAMSUNG logo is facing up and the camcorder is placed as shown in the ﬁ gure.

3. Slide and close the battery slot cover

Ejecting the battery pack

1. Slide and open the battery slot cover and push the battery lock.

Gently push the battery lock in the direction as shown in the ﬁ gure to eject the battery out.

2. Pull the ejected battery out in the direction as shown in the ﬁ gure.

3. Slide and close the battery slot cover.

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preparation

Insert

Eject

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About battery packs

The battery pack should be recharged in an environment that is between 32°F (0°C) and 104°F (40°C).

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However, when it is exposed to cold temperatures (below 32°F (0°C)), its usage time becomes reduced and it may cease to function. If this happens, place the battery pack in your pocket or other warm, protected place for a short time, then reattach it to the memory camcorder. The recording time shortens dramatically in a cold environment. The continuous recording times in the operating

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instructions are measured using a fully charged battery pack at 77 °F (25 °C). As the environmental temperature and conditions vary, the remaining battery time may differ from the approximate continuous recording times given in the instructions.

On handling a battery pack

To preserve battery power, keep your memory camcorder turned off when you are not operating it.

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For power saving purposes, the memory camcorder automatically turns off after 5 minutes in standby mode.

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(Only if you set "Auto Power Off" from the menu to "On" (5 min).) Do not touch or let metallic objects come into contact with the terminals.

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Make sure that the battery pack ﬁts ﬁrmly into place. Do not drop the battery pack as it may cause damage.

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Be careful to keep the battery pack out of the reach of children. There is danger that a child might swallow it.

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Frequent use of the LCD screen or using the fast forward or rewind buttons wears out the battery pack faster.

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preparation

The recording time is affected by temperature and environmental conditions.

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We recommend only using the original battery pack that is available from your Samsung retailer. When the battery

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reaches the end of its life, please contact your local dealer. The batteries have to be dealt with as chemical waste. Clean the terminals to remove any foreign substances before inserting the battery.

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Do not put the battery pack near any heat source (i.e. ﬁre or a heater).

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Do not disassemble, apply pressure to, or heat the battery pack.

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Do not allow the + and - terminals of the battery pack to be short-circuited.

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It may cause leakage, heat generation, induce overheating or ﬁre.

- Do not expose the battery pack to water. The battery pack is not water resistant. When fully discharged, a battery pack damages the internal cells.

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The battery pack may be prone to leakage when fully discharged. Remove the battery from the camcorder when it is not in use. Even when the power is switched off, the battery

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pack will still discharge if it is left attached to the memory camcorder. When not using the memory camcorder for an extended period:

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It is recommended that you fully charge the battery pack once a year, attach it to memory camcorder and use it up : then remove the battery pack and store it in a cool place again.

About the battery life

Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use. If decreased usage time between charges

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becomes signiﬁcant, it is probably time to replace it with a new one. Each battery's life is affected by storage, operating and environmental conditions.

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Use only Samsung-approved battery packs. Do not use batteries from other manufacturers. Otherwise, there is a danger of overheating, ﬁre or explosion. Samsung is not responsible for problems occurring due to using unapproved batteries.

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Charging, recording and playback times with fully charged battery pack (with no zoom operation, etc.)

For your reference, the approximate time with fully charged battery pack:

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Battery type IA-BP85ST

Charging time

Media Mode Super Fine Fine Normal

Built-in

memory

SDHC/

MMCplus

Continuous

recording time

Playback time

Continuous

recording time

Playback time

approx. 115min. approx. 120min. approx. 125min.

approx. 230min. approx. 230min. approx. 230min.

approx. 120min. approx. 125min. approx. 130min.

approx. 230min. approx. 230min. approx. 230min.

- The time is only for reference. Figures show above are measured under Samsung's test environment, and may differ from your actual use.

Continuous Recording (without zoom)

The continuous recording time of memory camcorder in the table shows the available recording time when the memory camcorder is in the recording mode without using any other functions. In actual recording, the battery pack may discharge 2-3 times faster than this reference since the record start/stop and zoom are being operated, and playback is performed. Assume that the recordable time with a fully charged battery pack is between 1/2 and 1/3 of the time in the table, and prepare type and number of battery packs to allow for the time you are planning to record on the memory camcorder. Note that the battery pack discharges faster in cold environment.

The charging time will vary depending on the remaining battery level.

approx.

2 hr.

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To check the remaining battery charge

When the camcorder is turned off (battery is installed) press and release the button to display the remaining capacity of the battery capacity. When the camcorder is turned on (battery is installed) press and hold the button for more than 2-3 seconds to display the remaining battery capacity. Press the button again or any other button to

return to the initial OSD while the battery information is displayed.

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When the battery is installed and the AC adapter is connected,

if you press button, the remaining battery capacity is displayed.

When the AC adapter alone is connected, pressing the

button will display "No Battery" message.

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Battery

60 Min

Memory (Super Fine)

120 Min

0% 50% 100%

Remaining battery(approx.)

Recording capacity (approx.)

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Battery Level Display

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

Battery Level

Indicator

State Message

Fully charged -

20~40% used -

40~60% used -

60~80% used -

80~95% used -

Exhausted(ﬂ ickers): The device will soon turn off.

Change the Battery Pack as soon as possible.

(ﬂ ickers): The device will be forced to turn off

after 5 seconds.

"Low battery"

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Charging the Battery Pack

The IA-BP85ST battery pack provided with this memory camcorder may be charged a little at purchase time: Charge it fully before using the memory camcorder.

• Use IA-BP85ST battery pack only.

1. Slide the POWER switch downward to turn off the power.

2. Insert the battery pack.

3. Open the LCD screen and jack cover.

4. Connect the AC power adapter to the DC IN jack of your

memory camcorder.

5. Connect the AC power adapter to a wall socket.

The charging indicator will start to blink, showing that the battery pack is charging.

6. When the battery pack is fully charged, disconnect the AC power adapter

from the memory camcorder.

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Do not use the AC adaptor placed in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture. Before detaching the power source, make sure that the camcorder’s power is turned off. Failure to do so can result in camcorder malfunction. Use a nearby wall outlet when using the AC power adaptor. Disconnect the AC power adaptor from the wall outlet immediately if any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder.

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CAUTION

Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power (house current) is still supplied to it while connected to the wall outlet via the AC power adaptor.

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Charging indicator

Tips for battery identiﬁ cation

The color of the LED indicates charging status.

- If the battery has been fully charged, the charge indicator is green. If you are charging the battery, the color of the charge indicator is orange. The charge indicator ﬂ ickers if the battery is abnormal.

Color Charging state

Orange Charging

Green

Fully Charged

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Using memory camcorder with AC power adaptor

It is recommended that you use the AC power adaptor to power the memory camcorder from a household AC outlet when you perform settings on it, play back, or use it indoors.

- Make the same connections as you do when charging the battery pack.

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Be sure to use the provided AC power adaptor to power the memory camcorder. Using other AC power adaptors could cause electric shock or result in ﬁ re. The AC power adaptor can be used around the world. An AC plug adaptor is required in some foreign countries. If you need one, purchase it from an electronics store.

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WARNING

BUTTON TYPE BATTERY INSTALLATION

The button type battery maintains the clock function and preset contents of the memory : even if the battery pack or AC power adapter is removed.

1. Insert the button type battery in the battery slot on the bottom of the memory camcorder.

2. Position the button type battery with the positive ( ) terminal face down in the button type battery slot.

Precautions regarding the button type battery

There is a danger of explosion if button type battery is incorrectly replaced.

Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

Battery installation for the internal clock

The button type battery for the memory camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from the time of installation. When the button type battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator will display "2007/01/01 12:00AM " when you turn the date and time display on.

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Keep the button type battery out of reach of children. Should a battery be swallowed, consult a doctor immediately.

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BASIC OPERATION OF YOUR MEMORY CAMCORDER

This section explains the basic techniques of recording movies, and also basic settings on your memory camcorder. Set the appropriate operation mode according to your preference using POWER switch and MODE button.

Turning memory camcorder on or off

You can turn the power on or off by sliding the POWER switch down.

Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to toggle the power on or off.

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Setting the operating modes

You can switch the operating mode in the following order each time you

press the MODE button.

Movie Record mode ( ) ➔ Movie Play mode ( ) ➔ Movie Record mode ( ) Each time the operational mode changes, the respective mode indicator lights up.

- Movie Record mode ( ): To record movie images.

- Movie Play mode ( ): To play movie images.

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Power saving function

- In the setting at the time of purchase, the power turns off automatically if you leave your camcorder without any performing any operation for approximately 5 minutes, to save the battery power. ➥page 65

If warning messages appear on the screen, follow the instructions.

➥page 81

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Movie Record mode

LCD SCREEN INDICATORS

Movie Record mode Operating status

([STBY](standby) or [ ] (recording)) Time counter

(movie recording time: remaining recordable time) Storage media

(Built-in memory (SC-MX10A/MX10AU only) or memory card)

Battery info.(Remaining battery level/time) LCD Enhancer * Anti-Shake(EIS) (Electronic Image Stabilizer) Focus * Back Light * Digital Effect EASY.Q * Zoom (Optical zoom / Digital zoom) Date/Time White balance Scene Mode (AE) / Exposure (Manual) * Video quality Resolution

The above screen is an example for explanation: The displays in this user manual may not be exactly the same as those you see on the LCD screen. The OSD indicators are based on memory capacity of 2GB(MMC plus). Functions marked with * won’t be kept when the

memory camcorder is shut down.

For enhanced performance, the display indications and the order are subject to change without prior notice.

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120 MIN

2007/01/01 12:00AM

1 2 3 4

EASY.Q

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STBY 00:00:00/00:58:00

120 MIN

LCD SCREEN INDICATORS

Screen size (16:9 Wide/4:3) Focus (Auto Focus/Manual Focus) * Shortcut menu (OK Guide) / Return White balance * Exposure (Auto Exposure/Manual Exposure)

Movie Record mode: Shortcut menu (OK Guide)

Movie Play mode Menu name (Delete, Protect, Copy) Protect File Name Storage media

(Built-in memory (SC-MX10A/MX10AU only) or memory card)

Battery info. (Remaining battery level/time) Copy Selected (SC-MX10A/MX10AU only) Scroll bar Button Guide Delete Selected

Movie Play mode

120 MIN

Move

100-0001

Play

Delete

1 2 43

5 6

Exit

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LCD SCREEN INDICATORS

Movie Play mode Play Status Time code (Elapsed time / Recorded time) Storage media

(Built-in memory (SC-MX10A/MX10AU only) or memory card)

Battery info.(Remaining battery level/time) LCD Enhancer * Protect File Name Date/Time Volume Play Option Resolution

Movie Play mode

100-0001

Li st

ZOOM

120 MIN

00:00:00/00:23:00

100-0001

2007/01/01 12:00AM

120 MIN

1 2 3

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TURNING THE SCREEN INDICATORS ON/OFF (

)

Switching the information display mode

You can switch the display mode of on-screen information:

Press the button. The full and minimum display modes will alternate.

Full display mode: All types of information will appear. Minimum display mode: Only operating status indicator will appear.

Checking the remained battery and memory capacity

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154 Min

Battery

60 Min

Memory (Super Fine)

120 Min

0% 50% 100%

Remaining battery(approx.)

Recording capacity (approx.)

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USING THE LCD ENHANCER

• Contrast is enhanced for a clear and bright image on the LCD screen. This effect is also implemented outdoors in bright daylight.

1. Press the LCD ENHANCER ( ) button. The selected function icon is displayed.

2. To exit LCD ENHANCER, press the LCD ENHANCER ( ) button again.

Mode Movie Settings USB

Sub-mode

STBY Mode

While

Recording

Play

(single view)

Play

(thumbnail

view)

Demo Mode

Camera

Mass

Storage

Time 10 min None None 10 min None 60 sec 60 sec 60 sec

LCD ENHANCER function does not affect the quality of the image being recorded.

LCD POWER SAVING FUNCTION

The LCD screen is turned off after a certain period of time has passed (see below) in each mode in order to prevent unnecessary battery power consumption. Press any button to go back and turn on the LCD screen.

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STBY 00:00:00/00:58:00

120 MIN

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ADJUSTING THE LCD SCREEN

1. Open up the LCD screen 90 degrees with your ﬁ nger.

2. Rotate it to the best angle to record or play.

If you rotate the LCD screen 180 degrees to the lens side, you can close the LCD screen with it facing out. This is convenient during playback.

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See page 65 to adjust brightness and color of the LCD screen. Over-rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD screen to the memory camcorder.

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Do not lift the memory camcorder with holding the LCD screen. It can be a cause of sudden fall.

WARNING

USING THE MENU BUTTON

1. Set the desired mode by pressing the MODE button.

2. Press the MENU button.

3. Move the cursor by pressing the Control button ( / / / ). to select desired menu item, and then press Control button OK to conﬁ rm.

4. Press the MENU button to ﬁ nish.

MENU button dose not operate in the EASY.Q mode.

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USING THE CONTROL BUTTONS

Used for playback, pausing, fast forwarding, and rewinding. Also used as directional buttons (up, down, left, right) and to make a selection when selecting movie images or menus.

1. Press the Control button ( / ) to move left / right.

2. Press the Control button ( / ) to move up / down.

Conﬁ rm your selection by pressing the OK button.

Using the Control button

Button Movie Record( ) mode Movie Play( ) mode Menu selection

Access the Shortcut menu Playback /Pause Conﬁ rms selection

Zoom (wide) Increases the volume Moves the cursor up

Zoom (tele) Decreases the volume Moves the cursor down

- Search playback RPS (Reverse Playback Search) rate: x2→x4→x8→x16→x32→x64

- Skip Playback

Moves to the previous menu

- Search playback

FPS (Forward Playback Search) rate:

x2→x4→x8→x16→x32→x64

- Skip Playback

- Frame-by-frame playback

Moves to the next menu

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OK button dose not operate in the EASY.Q mode.

SHORTCUT MENU (OK GUIDE)

Shortcut menu (OK guide) represents the most frequently accessed functions according to the selected mode.

Press the OK button.

Shortcut menu (OK guide) is displayed.

Press the Control button ( / / / ) to control the setting.

Press the OK button to conﬁ rm your selection.

Press the OK button to exit the shortcut menu.

Shortcut function using the Control buttons

Button Movie Record( )mode Movie Play( ) mode

- Access the shortcut menu

- Conﬁ rm selection

- Exit the shortcut menu

- Shortcut menu (OK guide) is displayed

- Playback /Pause

Exposure (Auto / Manual) lncreases the volume Focus (Auto / Manual) Decreases the volume

White Balance (Auto ~ Custom WB)

- Search playback RPS (Reverse Playback Search) rate: x2→x4→x8→x16→x32→x64)

- Skip Playback

16 : 9 Wide (Off / On)

- Search playback FPS (Forward Playback Search) rate: x2→x4→x8→x16→x32→x64)

- Skip Playback

- Frame-by-frame playback

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120 MIN

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Even if the battery pack or AC power are removed, the language setting will be preserved. "Language" options may be changed without prior notice.

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English

Français

Language

Move

Select

120 MIN

Settings

Exit

Control

POWER

INITIAL SETTING : OSD LANGUAGE & DATE AND TIME

Initial setting is available in all operating modes. To read the menus or messages in your desired language, set the OSD language. To store the date and time during recording, set the date/time.

How to set the settings mode

1. Slide the POWER switch downward to turn on the memory camcorder.

2. Press the MENU button.

3. Press the Control button ( / ) to select "Settings".

4. Press the OK button.

The settings menu screen appears.

Selecting the OSD language

You can select the desired language to display the menu screen and the messages.

1. Set the "Settings" mode. The settings menu screen appears. Refer to "How to set the settings mode" for accessing to " Settings " mode.

2. Press the Control button ( / ) to select "Language".

3. Press the Control button ( / ) to select the desired OSD language,

and then press the OK button.

English /

한국어

/ Français / Deutsch / Italiano / Español / Português /

Nederlands / Svenska / Suomi / Norsk / Dansk / Polski / Magyar /

Українська / Русский / / /

Türkçe / Iranian / Arabic

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

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Settings

Move

Select

Exit

120 MIN

Video

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Setting Date and Time

Set the current date and time so that the date and time at which you make a recording can be recorded correctly. The following procedure can also be used to correct the date and time you have already set.

1. Set the "Settings" mode. The settings menu screen appears. Refer to "How to set the settings mode" for accessing to " Settings " mode.

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2. Press the Control button ( / ) to select "Date/Time Set" and then

press the OK button.

3. Set the desired value by moving the Control button ( / ).

4. Move to the next item by moving the Control button ( / ), and then

set values by moving the Control button ( / ).

Items are displayed in the order of the date format. By default, the Date/Time setting appears in the order of year, month, date, hour, minute and AM/PM.

5. After setting the last item, press the OK button to ﬁ nish the setting. Press the MENU button to exit the menu.

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You can set the year up to 2037. After setting, the date and time are automatically recorded on a special data area of the storage media. The button type battery maintains the clock function and preset contents of the memory : even if the battery pack or AC power adapter is removed. The button type battery for the memory camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from the time of installation.

When the button type battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator will

display "2007/01/01 12:00AM " when you turn the date and time display on. ➥page 20.

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Turning the date and time display on/off

To switch the date and time display on or off, access the menu and change the date/time

mode. ➥page 64

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Date/Time Set

Move

Set

120 MIN

2007 01 01

12 : 00 AM

Settings

Exit

Settings

Move

Select

Exit

120 MIN

Video

about the storage media

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1. Press the MENU button.

The menu list will appear.

2. Press the Control button ( / ) to select "Settings", then press the OK button.

3. Press the Control button ( / ) to select "Memory Type", then press the OK button.

4. Press the Control button ( / ) to select "Memory" or "Card" then press the OK button.

5. Press the MENU button to exit.

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Selecting the storage media (SC-MX10A/MX10AU only)

Selecting the recording medium is available in the Movie record / Movie Play modes. Movie images can be stored and played back using the built-in memory or a memory card. Set the memory type before recording and playing back images.

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Memory Card

Memory Type

Move

Select

120 MIN

Settings

Exit

SELECTING THE STORAGE MEDIA (SC-MX10A/MX10AU ONLY)

You can record moving on the built-in memory or a memory card, so you should select the desired storage media before starting recording or playback.

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INSERTING / EJECTING THE MEMORY CARD

Inserting a memory card

1. Turn the memory camcorder off.

2. Slide the memory card slot cover to the right to open the cover.

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

in the direction of the arrow shown in the ﬁ gure.

4. Close the cover.

Ejecting a memory card

1. Turn the memory camcorder off.

2. Slide the memory card slot cover to the right to open the cover.

3. Slightly push the memory card inwards to pop it out.

4. Pull the memory card out of the memory card slot and close the cover.

If you insert a memory card when the memory camcorder is on, the pop-up message will prompt you automatically to select the storage type. If there is no memory card inserted, only the built-in memory will be available.

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label pasting portion

Using the built-in memory (SC-MX10A/MX10AU only)

This memory camcorder has an embedded 4GB memory which can be recorded on.

Using a memory card (not supplied)

This memory camcorder has multi card slot for access to SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) and MMCplus.

- Some cards are not compatible depending on the memory card manufacturer and memory card type.

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SELECTING A SUITABLE MEMORY CARD

A memory card is a compact portable storage media.

You can use SDHC and MMC plus cards.

- You can also use a SD memory card, but it must be less than 4GB. On this memory camcorder, you can use memory cards of the

following capacity: 128MB ~ 8GB Compatible recording media

-The following recording media have been guaranteed to work with this memory camcorder. Others are not guaranteed to work, so buy such products with caution.

SDHC or SD memory cards: Panasonic, SanDisk, and TOSHIBA, MMC plus: Transcend

If other media are used, they may fail to record data correctly, or they may lose data that has already been recorded. For movie recording, use a memory card that support faster wirte speed(at least 1.25 MB/sec).

SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) Memory Card

SDHC memory card complies with new SD speciﬁ cation Ver.2.00. This latest speciﬁ cation was established by SD Card Association to realize data capacity over 2GB. The SDHC memory card supports a mechanical write protection switch. Setting the switch prevents accidental erasure of ﬁ les recorded on the SDHC memory card. To enable writing, move the switch up to the direction of terminals. To set write protection, move the switch down. Due to change In File Allocation System and physical speciﬁ cations, SDHC memory card can not be used with current SD enabled host devices. SDHC memory card can be used with only SDHC enables host devices which carry SDHC logo on devices its self or on its operation manual.

MMCplus (Multi Media Card plus)

In the case of MMCplus, they have no protection tab so please use the protect function in the menu.

Common cautions for memory card

Damaged data may not be recovered. It is recommended you make a back-up of important data separately on the hard disk of your PC. Turning the power off or removing a memory card during operation such as formatting, deleting, recording, and playback may cause the data loss. After you modify the name of a ﬁ le or folder stored in the memory card using your PC, your camcorder may not recognize the modiﬁ ed ﬁ le.

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Usable Memory Cards

(128MB ~8GB)

Terminals

Protection tab

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Handling a memory card

It is recommended that you power off before inserting or removing the memory card to avoid data loss. It is not guaranteed that you can use a memory card formatted by other devices. Be sure to format your memory card using this camcorder.

You have to format newly-purchased memory cards or memory cards with data that your camcorder cannot recognize or are saved by other devices. Note that formatting erases all data on the memory card. If you cannot use a memory card that has been used with another device, format it with your memory camcorder. Note that formatting erases all information on the memory card. A memory card has a certain life span. If you cannot record new data, you have to purchase a new memory card. Do not bend, drop, or cause a strong impact to your memory card. Do not use or store in a place that has high temperature and humidity or dusty environment. Do not place foreign substances on the memory card terminals. Use a soft dry cloth to clean the terminals if required. Do not paste anything other than exclusive label on label pasting portion. Be careful to keep memory card out of the reach of children, who might swallow it.

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The memory camcorder supports SDHC and MMCplus memory cards for data storage.

The data storage speed may differ, according to the manufacturer and production system.

- SLC(single level cell) system: faster write speed enabled.

- MLC(multi level cell) system: only lower write speed supported. The user using a lower write speed memory card for recording a movie may have difﬁ culties storing the movie on the memory card. You can even lose your movie data during the recording. In an attempt to preserve any bit of the recorded movie, the memory camcorder forcibly stores the movie on the memory card and displays a warning: "Low speed card. Please record at lower quality."

To facilitate movie recording, you are recommended to use a memory card that supports faster write speed.

If you are unavoidably using a low speed memory card, lower the recording quality by one level "Fine" → "Normal" or decrease the movie size to 352P to reduce the data size. You can have three quality options to record a movie with the memory camcorder :

"Super Fine", "Fine", "Normal"

You can record the same scene in three quality levels of "Super Fine", "Fine", "Normal". However, the better the quality is, the bigger the data size is.

For optimal performance of the memory camcorder, ensure that you purchase a fast speed memory card.

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RECORDABLE TIME AND CAPACITY

Recordable time for movie images

Super Fine Fine Normal

Media Capacity

built-in

memory

SDHC/

MMCplus

1GB=1,000,000,000bytes : actual formatted capacity may be less as the internal ﬁrmware uses a portion of the memory.

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240p, 480i/480p refer to resolutions the camcorder will record at.

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The above ﬁgures are measured under Samsung’s standard recording test conditions and may differ depending on actual use.

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The memory camcorder provides three quality options for movie recordings:

"Super Fine", "Fine", "Normal"

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The compression rate increases while lowering the quality (in the order of "Fine", "Normal").

The higher the compression rate is, the longer the recording time will be. However, the picture quality

will be lower.

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The compression rate automatically adjusts to the recording image, and the recording time may vary

accordingly.

4GB

1GB

2GB

4GB

352X240P

(240p)

approx.

170min.

approx. 43min.

approx. 85min.

approx.

170min.

720X480i(480i)/

720x480p(480p)

approx. 112min.

approx. 28min.

approx. 56min.

approx. 112min.

352X240P

(240p)

approx. 256min.

approx.

64min.

approx. 128min.

approx. 256min.

720X480i(480i)/

720x480p(480p)

approx. 170min.

approx. 43min.

approx. 85min.

approx. 170min.

352X240P

(240p)

approx.

512min.

approx.

128min.

approx.

256min.

approx.

512min.

720X480i(480i)/

720x480p(480p)

approx. 256min.

approx. 64min.

approx. 128min.

approx. 256min.

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To facilitate the movie recording, it is recommended to use a memory card that supports faster write speed.

(Write speed: 1.25 MB / sec or higher) If you use a low write-speed memory card, recording may stop with

a message of "Low speed card. Please record at lower quality". If you inevitably use a low speed card, select a lower quality ("Fine" → "Normal") or set the movie size to 352p.

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Memory cards of bigger than 8GB in capacity may not work properly.

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The memory card that is used to store a movie can cause unwritable area, which may result in reduced

recording time and free memory space.

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The maximum size of a movie (MPEG4) ﬁle that can be recorded at one time is 2GB.

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You can store up to 5000 movie images on a memory card.

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Movie image ﬁles recorded on other equipment are not playable on this memory camcorder.

To check capacity that remains memory

Press the

button

. ➥page 16•

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recording

Basic procedures to record movie images described below.

RECORDING MOVIE IMAGES

Memory camcorder provides two Recording start/stop buttons. One is on the rear side of the camcorder and the other one is on the LCD panel. Select the Recording start/ stop button that works best for you.

1. Turn the memory camcorder on. Connect a power source to the memory camcorder. ➥pages 12,18

(A battery pack or an AC power adapter)

Slide the POWER switch downward to turn on the power. ➥page 21 Set the appropriate storage media : Internal Memory or Memory Card.

(SC-MX10A/MX10AU only) (If you want to record on a memory card, insert the memory card.)

2. Check the subject on the LCD screen.

3. Press the Recording start/stop button.

The recording indicator ( ) will display and recording will start. Pressing the Recording start/stop button again during recording

will set the memory camcorder to recording pause mode.

4. When recording is ﬁ nished, turn the memory camcorder off.

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120 MIN

Recording...

STBY 00:00:30/00:57:30

120 MIN

Setting the display option of "16:9 Wide" does not imply wide angle (wide aspect ratio) recording. Camera output, recording and playback signal is formatted to 4:3 aspect ratio. Please note that all movies recorded with this memory camcorder have 4:3 aspect ratio regardless of the display option (16:9 Wide/4:3). When it is set to "16:9 Wide", the displayed picture may appear wider or rougher than that of 4:3 screen aspect ratio. ➥pages 55,61

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Eject the battery pack when you have ﬁnished recording to prevent unnecessary battery power consumption.

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For on-screen information display. ➥page 22

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For approximate recording time. ➥page 36

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For various functions available when you record movie images. ➥page 45~56

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If focusing is difﬁcult, use the manual focus function. ➥page 53

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During recording, some button operations are unavailable. (MENU button, etc.)

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Sound is recorded from the internal stereo microphone on the front of the memory camcorder. Take care that this microphone is not blocked.

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While recording, don't insert or eject the memory card as it may record noise. (SC-MX10A/MX10AU only)

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Do not operate the power switch or remove the memory card while accessing the storage media. Doing so may damage the storage media or the data on storage media.

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Before recording an important movie, make sure to test on the recording function to check if there is any problem with the audio and video recording.

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You can not use a locked memory card for recording. You will see a message saying recording is disabled due to the lock.

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If you press the Recording start/stop button while a menu operation is in process, the product returns to recording pause mode.

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RECORDING WITH EASE FOR BEGINNERS (EASY.Q MODE)

With the EASY.Q function, most of the memory camcorder settings are

automatically adjusted, which frees you from detailed adjustments.

1. Slide the POWER switch downward to turn on the memory camcorder.

2. Press the MODE button to set Movie Record mode ( ). ➥page 21

3. Press the EASY.Q button.

• When you press the EASY.Q button, all functions on the memory

camcorder will be set to off and the recording settings will be set to the following basic modes. (Scene Mode (AE), White Balance, Auto Exposure, Anti-Shake (EIS), Digital Effect, Auto Focus and Back Light)

• The EASY.Q and Anti-Shake (EIS) ( ) indicator appear on the screen

at the same time.

4. To record movie images, press the Recording start/stop button.

• Recording will begin using the basic automatic settings.

To cancel EASY.Q mode

Press the EASY.Q button again.

• The EASY.Q and Anti-Shake (EIS) ( ) indicators disappear from the screen.

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Unavailable buttons during operation

The following button and menu operations are unavailable because the items are automatically set. And the corresponding message (" Release the EASY.Q ") may appear if unavailable operations are attempted.

- MENU button

- OK button

- etc. Cancel EASY.Q function if you want to add any effect or settings to the images. The EASY.Q mode settings are released when the memory camcorder is turned off. EASY.Q mode automatically sets the "Anti-Shake(EIS)" to "On" while using EASY.Q.

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Be sure to keep your ﬁ nger on the Zoom lever. If you move your ﬁ nger off the zoom lever, the operation sound of the Zoom lever may be also recorded. You can also zoom with the Zoom (W/T) button on the LCD panel. The minimum possible distance between camcorder and subject while maintaining sharp focus is about 1 cm (about 0.39 inch) for wide angle and 50 cm (about 19.68 inch) for telephoto. Focusing may become unstable during zooming. In this case, set the zoom before recording and lock the focus by using the manual focus, then zoom in or out during recording. ➥page 53 Optical zoom preserves the movie quality, but during digital zoom the image quality may suffer.

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ZOOMING

Use the zoom function for close-up or wide-angle recording. This memory camcorder allows you to record using optical 34x power zoom and 1200x digital zoom.

You can zoom with the Zoom lever or the zoom(W/T) button on the LCD panel. The further you slide the Zoom lever, the quicker the zoom action.

To zoom in

Slide the Zoom lever towards T (telephoto).

To zoom out

Slide the Zoom lever towards W (wide-angle).

Zoom magniﬁ cation over 34x is done through digital image processing, and is therefore called digital zoom. Digital zooming is possible up to 1200x. Set "Digital Zoom" to "On". ➥page 56

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MOVIE IMAGES PLAYBACK

You can ﬁ nd a desired movie image quickly using thumbnail index view.

1. Turn the memory camcorder on.

Slide the POWER switch downward to turn on the power.➥page 21 Set the appropriate storage media :Internal Memory or Memory Card

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(If you want to record on a memory card, insert the memory card.)

2. Open the LCD screen.

Adjust brightness or contrast of the LCD screen.➥page 65

3. Press the MODE button.

Switches to Movie Play mode. The recorded movie images are displayed in thumbnail index view.

4. Use the Control button ( / / / ) to select the desired movie images,

and the press the OK button.

- Shortcut menu for playback will be displayed for a while. Each time you press the OK button, play or pause is toggled.

If you move the zoom lever during playback, the camcorder switches to thumbnail index view.

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Adjusting the volume

You can hear the recorded sound from the built-in speaker. You can control the volume by using the Control button ( / ). The level can be adjusted anywhere between 0 and 10.

(If you close the LCD screen while playing, you will not hear the sound

from the speaker.)

Press the Control button ( / ) to increase or decrease the volume.

- The volume bar disappears after 1~2 seconds.

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During playback, pressing the Recording start/stop button will move to Movie Record mode. If there is no ﬁ le stored to view, the message "Empty" appears. When the multi-AV cable is connected to the memory camcorder, the built-in speaker will automatically turn off. Depending on the amount of data to be played back, it may take some time for the playback images to appear. Image data edited on PC or certain types of image data may not be displayed on this memory camcorder. Image data recorded on another camcorder may not be playable on this memory camcorder. You can also play movie images on a TV screen by connecting the memory camcorder to a TV. ➥page 77

A video codec is required to play the recorded movie images on a PC. Install the software in the provided software CD to have the CODEC automatically installed in the system. If you do not have the software CD, search the product model name in the download center on the Samsung Electronics home page (www.samsung.com) to get the CODEC installation ﬁ le.➥page 71

For various functions available during playback, see “playback options”. ➥pages 57~61

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Various Playback Operations

Still playback (pause)

Press the OK button during playback.

- To resume normal playback, press the OK button again.

Search playback or movie

During normal playback, press and hold the Control button ( ) for forward search, or to the left for reverse search. Moving the Control button to ( / ) repeatedly increases

the search speed for each direction.

- RPS(Reverse Playback Search) rate: x2→x4→x8→x16→x32→x64

- FPS(Forward Playback Search) rate: x2→x4→x8→x16→x32→x64

To resume normal playback, press the OK button.

Skip playback of movie

During playback, press the Control button ( ) to locate the start point of next ﬁ le. Pressing the Control button ( ) repeatedly skips ﬁ les in forward direction.

During playback, press the Control button ( ) to locate the start point of the current ﬁ le, pressing the Control button ( ) repeatedly skips ﬁ les in reverse direction.

Press the Control button ( ) within 3 seconds from the start point,

it skips to the ﬁ rst image of the previous ﬁ le.

Frame-by-frame playback

While playback is paused, press the Control button ( ).

- Pressing the Control button ( ) repeatedly advances the still picture frame by frame.

- While playback is paused, press and hold the Control button to ( ),

it plays back frame by frame just like slow motion playback.

- To resume normal playback, press the OK button.

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You can also access the shortcut menu using the OK button. ➥page 29 While the menu screen is displayed, pressing the Recording start/stop

button will move to Movie Record mode.

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Button Tips

a. MENU button : Use it to enter or exit the menu. b. Control button ( / / / ) : Use it to move up/down/left/right c. OK button : Use it to select or conﬁ rm the menu.

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CHANGING THE MENU SETTINGS

You can change the menu settings to customize your memory camcorder. Access the desired menu screen by following the steps below, then change the various settings.

1. Slide POWER switch downward to turn the memory camcorder on.

2. Select the operation mode.

For Movie Record Menus: Press MODE button to set Record ( ). For Movie Play Menus: Press MODE button to set Play ( ).

3. Press MENU button. The menu screen appears.

4. Select the desired sub menu and menu item with the Control buttons and

the OK button.

To return to the normal screen, press MENU button. Even if the menu item is displayed, some items cannot be set depending on the selected mode (movie recording/playback, settings). In this case, sub menu cannot be accessed or setting cannot be changed.

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Follow the instructions below to use each of the menu items listed after this page.

For example: setting the White Balance in Movie Record mode.

1. Slide the POWER switch downward to turn the memory camcorder on.

2. Select the operation mode.

For Movie Record Menus:

Press MODE button to set Record ( ).

3. Press MENU button. The menu screen appears.

4. Press the Control button ( / ) to select "White Balance".

5. Select the desired sub menu item with the Control button ( / ),

and then press the OK button.

6. Press MENU button to exit the menu.

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The selected item is applied and the indicator is displayed.

In "Auto" mode, the item indicator may not displayed on the screen.

While the menu screen is displayed, pressing the Recording start/stop button will move to Movie Record mode. You can also change the menu setting, using the shortcut menu

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MENU ITEMS

• Accessible items in menu can vary depending on the operation mode.

• For operation details, see the corresponding page. ➥pages 45~46, 57~61

Menu items in Movie Record( )

Items Default value Page

Scene Mode (AE) Auto 48

White Balance Auto 49

Exposure Auto 50

Anti-Shake (EIS) Off 51

Digital Effect Off 52

Focus Auto 53

Back Light Off 54

16:9 Wide On 55

Quality Super Fine 55

Resolution 720x480i 56

Digital Zoom Off 56

Menu items in Movie Play( )

Items Default value Page

Play Option Play All 57

Delete OK 58

Protect On 59

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File Info OK 61

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RECORDING MENU ITEMS

You can setup the menu items for movie images recording.

Scene Mode (AE)

This memory camcorder automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture according to the subject brightness for optimum recording: You can also specify one of ﬁve modes depending on subject conditions, recording environment or purpose of ﬁlming.

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- Auto balance between the subject and the background.

"Auto"

"Sports"

"Portrait"

"Spotlight"

"Beach/Snow"

"High Speed" - For recording fast-moving subjects such as players in golf or tennis games.

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This function will not operate in the EASY.Q mode.

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You can check the selected "Scene Mode (AE)" on the on-screen information display. However, nothing will appear in "Auto" mode.

- To be used in normal conditions.

- The shutter speed is automatically adjusted from 1/60 to 1/250 per second, depending on the scene.

- Reduces blurring when recording rapidly moving subjects such as in golf or tennis.

If the Sports mode is used under a ﬂuorescent light, the image may ﬂicker. In this case, use the Auto mode for recording.

Creates a shallow depth of ﬁeld so that the person or subject appears against a

softened background.

- The portrait mode is most effective when used outdoors.

- The shutter speed is automatically adjusted from 1/60 to 1/1000 per second.

- Prevents overexposure of subject's face, etc. when strong light strikes the subject, as in a wedding or on stage.

- Prevents under exposure of subject's face, etc. in a place where reﬂection of light is intense, such as at the seaside in midsummer or on a ski slope.

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White Balance

This memory camcorder automatically adjusts the color of subject. Change the white balance setting depending on the recording conditions.

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"Daylight"

This controls the white balance according to the outdoor ambience, especially

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close up and when the subject is of one dominant color.

"Cloudy" This option is used when you make a recording in cloudy weather.

"Fluorescent "

This option is used when you make a recording under white ﬂ uorescent lights.

"Tungsten"

This option is used when the surroundings are less than 3200K of tungsten light.

"Custom WB"

You can manually adjust white balance to match the light source or situation.

Setting the white balance manually:

1. Select "Custom WB". The indicator ( ) and the message "Set White Balance" are displayed.

2. Frame a white object such as a piece of paper so that it ﬁ lls the screen.

Use an object that is not transparent.

If the object that ﬁ lls the screen is not focused, correct the focus using

"Manual Focus" ➥page 53

3. Press the OK button.

The white balance setting will be applied and indicator ( ) is displayed.

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Exposure

The memory camcorder usually adjusts the exposure automatically. You can also manually adjust the exposure depending on the recording conditions.

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"Auto"

This option automatically adjusts image brightness according to the environmental light conditions.

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"Manual"

- You can adjust the brightness of an image manually.

- Adjust the brightness when the subject is too bright or too dark.

Setting the exposure manually:

Press the Control button ( / ) to adjust the exposure while viewing the image on the LCD screen.

- Conﬁ rm your selection by pressing the OK button.

- Exposure value can be set between "0" and "29".

- If you set exposure to manual, the higher the exposure, the brighter the recorded picture will be.

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. The white balance can not be set use while EASY.Q is in use. It is recommended that you specify "Digital Zoom" to "Off" before setting white balance. ➥page 56 Reset the white balance if lighting conditions change. During normal outdoor recording, setting to auto may provide better results. Do not use a colored object when setting white balance: The appropriate tint cannot be set.

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Manual exposure is recommended in situations listed below :

When shooting using reverse lighting or when the background is too bright.

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When shooting on a reﬂective natural background such as at the beach or when skiing.

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When the background is overly dark or the subject is bright.

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EASY.Q mode automatically sets the "Exposure" to "Auto".

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If you manually change the exposure value when "Scene Mode(AE)" function is selected, manual changes are applied ﬁrst.

Anti-Shake(EIS) (Electronic Image Stabilizer)

When you use zoom to record a magniﬁed subject image, it will correct fuzziness in the recorded image.

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"Off" Disables the function.

"On"

Anti-Shake(EIS)

Recording while zooming

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Recording small objects

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Recording while walking or moving

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Recording through the window of a moving vehicle

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Firmly hold the memory camcorder with both hands.

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Compensates for unstable images caused by camera-shake, particularly at high magniﬁcation.

provides a more stable image when:

EASY.Q mode automatically sets the "Anti-Shake(EIS)" to "On" while using EASY.Q. When "Anti-Shake(EIS) : On" is set, there will be a slight difference between the actual movement and the movement on screen. Gross camcorder shake may not be entirely corrected even if "Anti-Shake(EIS) : On" is speciﬁed.

It is recommended that you specify "Anti-Shake(EIS): Off " when using the memory camcorder on a desk or tripod. When you record pictures with 34x or more magniﬁcation and the "Anti-Shake(EIS)" is "On" in dim places, after-images may stand out. In this case, we recommend using a tripod and turning the "Anti-Shake(EIS)" to "Off".

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Digital Effect

The digital effect enables you to give a creative look to your recording.

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"Sepia "

"Negative" Reverses the colors, creating the look of a negative.

"Art" Adds artistic effects to your movie ﬁle.

"Mosaic" A mosaic overlay appears on your movie ﬁle.

"Mirror" This mode cuts the image in half using a Mirror effect.

The digital effects can not use while EASY.Q is in use.

Black&White Sepia Negative Art Mosaic Mirror

This mode gives the images a reddish brown pigment.

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Focus

The memory camcorder usually focuses on a subject automatically (auto-focus). You can also manually focus a subject depending on the recording conditions.

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"Auto"

This memory camcorder automatically focuses a subject at the center of screen (autofocus). When the memory camcorder is turned on, auto-focus will always be set.

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"Manual"

Manual focusing may be necessary under certain conditions that make automatic focusing difﬁ cult or unreliable.

Focusing manually during recording

This memory camcorder automatically focuses a subject from close-up to inﬁ nity. However, the correct focus may not be obtained depending on the recording condition. In this case, use the manual focus mode.

1. Set "Focus" to "Manual". The manual focus adjustment indicator appears.

2. Use the zoom lever to zoom in on subject.

3. Press the Control button ( / ) to adjust the focus,

while viewing the subject on the LCD screen.

Focusing on a further subject

To focus on a further subject, press the Control button ( ) .

Focusing in a nearer subject

To focus on a nearer subject, press the Control button ( ).

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a. A picture containing several objects, some close to the

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Back Light

When subject is lit from behind, this function will compensate for lighting so that the subject is not too dark.

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"Off Disables the function.

"On"

Back lighting inﬂuences recording when the subject is darker than the background:

The subject is in front of a window.

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The subject is against a snowy background.

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The subject is outdoors and the background is overcast.

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The light sources are too bright.

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The person to be recorded is wearing white or shiny

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clothes and is placed against a bright background: The person’s face is too dark to distinguish his/her features.

The "Back Light" function can not use while EASY.Q is in use.

- Backlight compensation is executed.

- Backlight compensation brightens the subject quickly.

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Digital Zoom is not available in the 16:9 Wide mode.

16:9 Wide

You can select the desired LCD display aspect ratio for recording or playback (16:9 Wide/4:3 aspect ratio).

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"Off"

"On"

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Disables the function. Displays the image in 4:3 aspect ratio. Select to use the standard display aspect ratio of 4:3 on the screen.

Select to view movies of 4:3 aspect ratio by enlarging and ﬁtting into 16:9 aspect ratio.

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display option (16:9 Wide/4:3). When it is set to "16:9 Wide", the displayed picture may appear wider or rougher than that of 4:3 screen aspect ratio.

Quality

You can select the quality of a movie to be recorded. This memory camcorder can record in the SF (super ﬁne), F (ﬁne) and N (normal) modes.

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"Super Fine" Records at the best quality.

"Fine" Records at high quality.

"Normal" Records at normal quality.

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You can record a scene at three quality levels:

"Super Fine, Fine, or Normal".

However, the better the quality is, the more memory is used.

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Resolution

You can select the resolution of a movie to be recorded.

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"720x480i" Resolution of the movie played on a TV screen. "720x480p" Higher resolution of the movie played on a PC screen. "352x240p" Lower resolution of the movie played on a PC screen.

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You can also zoom with the zoom (W/T) button on the LCD panel. The image quality may deteriorate depending on how much you zoom in on the subject. Maximum zooming may result in lower image quality.

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Digital Zoom

You can select the maximum zoom level in case you want to zoom to a level greater than 34x (the default setting) during recording. Up to 34x zoom is performed optically, and after that, up to 1200x zoom is performed digitally. Note that the image quality decreases when you use the digital zoom.

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"Off"

Only optical zoom is available up to 34x.

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SETTING THE PLAY OPTION

You can play all movies continuously or play the selected movie only.

You can also set the repeat option for all movies.

1. Slide the POWER switch downward to turn on the memory camcorder.

Set the appropriate storage media. (SC-MX10A/MX10AU only)

(If you want to record on a memory card, insert the memory card.)

2. Press the MODE button.➥page 21

Switches to Movie Play mode. The recorded movie thumbnail images, are displayed in a thumbnail index view.

3. Press the MENU button.

Press the Control button ( / ) to select "Play Option".

4. Press the Control button ( / ) to select an option, and then press the

OK button.

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"Play All" Plays back from the selected movie to the last movie. "Play One" The selected movie will be played. "Repeat All" All movies will be played repeatedly. "Repeat One" The selected movie will be played repeatedly.

5. Press the MENU button to exit the menu.

During playback, the selected item is applied

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Each thumbnail image shown in the display represents the ﬁ rst frame of a separately recorded movie.

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DELETING MOVIE IMAGES

You can delete saved movie images.

1. Slide the POWER switch downward to turn on the memory camcorder.

Set the appropriate storage media. (SC-MX10A/MX10AU only)

(If you want to record on a memory card, insert the memory card.)

2. Press the MODE button. ➥page 21

Switches to Movie Play mode. Select the desired movie thumbnail images, using the Control button.

3. Press the MENU button.

4. Press the Control button ( / ) to select "Delete".

5. Select an option by pressing the Control button ( / ) and then press

the OK button.

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"OK"

Deletes the selected movie.

"Multi Select"

Deletes the individual selected movies.

- To delete individual movie images, select the desired thumbnail movie images for deletion by pressing the OK button. Then press the MENU button to delete.

- The ( ) indicator is displayed on the selected movie images.

- Pressing the OK button toggles between the movie image

being selected for deletion (( ) indicator appears on image) or not ( ) indicator is removed from image).

"All" Deletes all movie images.

6. The pop-up selection menu will appear depending on the selected menu item. In this case, select the desired item with the Control buttons ( / ) and the

OK button.

The deleted images also disappear in thumbnail image display.

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pressing the Recording start/stop button will move to Movie Record mode. It operates identically in the full image display (single image displayed on the screen). Once deleted, a movie can not be restored. Protected ﬁ les (movies) will not be deleted.

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PROTECTING MOVIE IMAGES

You can protect saved important movies from accidental deletion. Protected movies will not be deleted unless you release the protection or format the memory.

1. Slide the POWER switch downward to turn on the memory camcorder. Set the appropriate storage media. (SC-MX10A/MX10AU only)

(If you want to record on a memory card, insert the memory card.)

2. Press the MODE button. ➥page 21 Switches to Movie Play mode.

Select the desired movie thumbnail images, using the Control button.

3. Press the MENU button. Menu screen appears.

4. Press the Control button ( / ) to select "Protect".

5. Select an option by pressing the Control button ( / ) and then press

the OK button.

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"On" Protects the selected movie from deletion.

"Multi Select"

Protects individual selected movie from deletion.

- To protect individual movies, select desired movie thumbnail images by pressing the OK button.Then press the MENU button to conﬁ rm.

The ( ) indicator is displayed on the selected movie thumbnail images.

- Pressing the OK button toggles between the movie image being selected for protection (( ) indicator appears on image) or not ( ) indicator is removed from image).

"All On"

Protects all movie images from deletion.

"All Off"

Cancels the protection for all movie images.

6. The pop-up selection menu will appear depending on the selected menu item. In this case, select the desired item with the Control buttons ( / ) and the

OK button.

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While the menu or

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screen is displayed, pressing the Recording start/stop button will move to Movie Record mode. It operates identically in the full image display (single image displayed on the screen). Protected movie images will show the protection indicator ( ) when they are displayed. If the write protection tab on the memory card is set to lock, you cannot set image protection.

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COPYING MOVIE IMAGES (SC-MX10A/MX10AU ONLY)

• Movie images are copied to the destination storage while leaving original movie images in the source storage.

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It copies from the currently-used memory to another. For example, if the built-in memory was used, it copies to a memory card.

1. Slide the POWER switch downward to turn on the memory camcorder. Set the appropriate storage media. (SC-MX10A/MX10AU only) (If you want to record on a memory card, insert the memory card.)

2. Press the MODE button. ➥page 21 Switches to Movie Play mode. Select the desired movie thumbnail images, using the Control button.

3. Press the MENU button. Menu screen appears.

4. Press the Control button ( / ) to select "Copy".

5. Select an option by pressing the Control button ( / ) and then press

the OK button.

item contents

"OK"

Copies the selected movie images.

"Multi Select"

Copies the individual selected movie images.

- To copy individual movie images, select desired movie images by pressing the OK button.

- The ( ) indicator is displayed on the selected movie thumbnail images. Press the MENU button to conﬁ rm.

- Pressing the OK button toggles between the movie image being selected for copying (( ) indicator appears on image) or not ( ) indicator is removed from image).

"All "

Copies all the movies.

6. The pop-up selection menu will appear depending on the selected menu item. In this case, select the desired item with the Control buttons ( / ) and the

OK button.

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While the menu or thumbnail image screen is displayed, pressing the Recording start/stop button will move to Movie Record mode. It operates identically in the full image display (single image displayed on the screen). If a memory card is not inserted, you can not perform the "Copy" function.

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FILE INFORMATION

You can see the image information for all images.

1. Slide the POWER switch downward to turn on the memory camcorder. Set the appropriate storage media. (SC-MX10A/MX10AU only) (If you want to record on a memory card, insert the memory card.)

2. Press the MODE button. ➥page 21 Switches to Movie Play mode.

3. Select the desired movie thumbnail images, using the Control button.

4. Press the MENU button.

5. Press the Control button ( / ) to select "File Info".

6. Press the OK button.

Press the OK button again after conﬁ rming. The information of the selected ﬁ le is displayed as shown below.

- Date

- Duration

- Size

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You can select the desired LCD display aspect ratio for recording or playback (16:9 Wide/4:3 aspect ratio).

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Select to view movies of 4:3 aspect ratio by enlarging and ﬁ tting into 16:9 aspect ratio

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CHANGING THE MENU SETTINGS IN "SETTINGS"

You can change the menu settings to customize your memory camcorder. Access the desired menu screen by following the steps below and change the various settings.

1. Slide POWER switch downward to turn the memory camcorder on.

2. Press MENU button.

The menu screen appears.

3. Select "Settings" with the Control button ( / ),

and then press the OK button.

The menus in "Settings" mode will appear.

4. Select the desired sub menu and menu item with

the Control buttons ( / / / ) and the OK button.

To return to the normal screen, press MENU button. Even if the menu item is displayed, some items cannot be set

depending on the selected mode (movie recording/playback, settings).

In this case, the sub menu cannot be accessed or a setting cannot be changed.

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Button Tips

a. MENU button : Use it to enter or exit the menu. b. Control button ( / / / ) : Use it to move up/down/left/right c. OK button : Use it to select or conﬁ rm the menu.

The pop-up selection menu will appear depending on the selected menu item. In this case, select the desired item with the Control buttons ( / ) and the OK button.

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You can setup the date/time, OSD language and display settings of the memory camcorder.

SETTING MENU ITEMS

Items Default value Page

Date/Time Set 2007/01/01 12:00 AM 64

Date Format YY/MM/DD 64 Time Format 12 Hr 64

Date/Time Off 64

LCD Brightness 40% 65

LCD Color 50% 65

Auto Power Off Off 65

Beep Sound On 66

File No. Series 66

Memory Type

(SC-MX10A/MX10AU only)

Memory Info OK 67

Format OK 67

Default Set OK 68

Version - 68

Language English 68

USB Connect Mass Storage 68

Demo Off 68

These Items and Default values may be changed without notice.

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setting options

Date/Time Set

Set the date and time so they can be recorded correctly. ➥page 31

Date Format

You can select the date format to display.

settings contents

"YY/MM/DD" The date is displayed in the order of year / month / date. -

"DD/MM/YY"

"MM/DD/YY"

The date is displayed in the order of date / month / year. -

The date is displayed in the order of month / date / year. -

Time Format

You can select the time format to display.

settings contents

"12 Hr" The time is displayed in 12 hour units. - "24 Hr" The time is displayed in 24 hour units. -

Date/Time

You can set the date and time to display on the LCD screen.

• Before you use the "Date/Time" function, you must set the date/time. ➥page 31

settings contents

"Off" The date and time are not displayed. None

"Date" The date is displayed.

"Time" The time is displayed.

"Date & Time" The date and time are displayed.

The date/time will read "2007/01/01 12:00 AM" in the following conditions.

- When the button type battery becomes weak or dead.

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LCD Brightness

You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen to compensate for ambient lighting conditions. Moving the Control button up will brighten the screen whereas moving it down will darken the screen.

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A brighter LCD screen setting consumes more battery power. Adjust the LCD brightness when the ambient lighting is too bright and the monitor is hard to see. LCD Brightness does not affect the brightness of images to be stored. You can adjust the LCD Brightness from 0% to 100%.

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LCD Color

You can adjust the LCD color from 0% to 100%. When you set color range, the higher the ﬁ gures the brighter the LCD monitor will be.

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Auto Power Off

To save battery power, you can set the "Auto Power Off" function which turns off the memory camcorder if there is no operation for a certain period of time.

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display

"Off" Cancels the "Auto Power Off" function. None

"5 Min" The memory camcorder automatically turns off when there is no operation for 5 min. None

The "Auto Power Off" will not function when you connect the AC power adapter to the memory camcorder. The "Auto Power Off" functions when the battery pack is the only power source. If you connect the camcorder to the USB device (PC, etc.) through USB cable, the "Auto Power Off" will not function.

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Beep Sound

You can set the beep sound to on/off. When on, the beep sounds when any operation is performed.

settings contents

"Off" Disables the function None "On" The beep sounds when operate the menu settings, the power is turned on. None

File No.

File numbers are assigned to movie images in the order they were recorded.

settings contents

"Series"

"Reset"

Memory Type (SC-MX10A/MX10AU only

You can record movie images on the built-in memory or a memory card, so you should select the desired storage media before starting recording or playback. ➥page 32

settings contents

"Memory"

"Card"

Assigns ﬁle numbers in sequence even if the memory card is replaced with another one or after formatting, or after deleting all ﬁles. The ﬁle number is reset when a new folder is created.

Resets the ﬁle number to 0001 even after formatting, deleting all or inserting a new memory card.

When you set ﬁle names. It is convenient when you want to manage your ﬁles on a PC.

"File No." to "Series", each ﬁle is assigned with a different number so as to avoid duplicating

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Select the built-in memory for storage medium. So you can record or play back movie images on the built-in memory.

Select a memory card for storage medium. So you can record or play back movie images on memory card.

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Memory Info

It shows you the storage information. You can view the storage media, used memory space and available memory space, and the recordable time according to the quality.

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"Memory"

It shows you the memory information of built-in storage media. (SC-MX10A/MX10AU only )

"Card"

It shows you the memory information of the inserted memory card.

Format

The format function completely delete all ﬁ les and options on the storage media, including protected ﬁ les. You can format (initialize) recording data in the storage media. You have to format the pre-used storage media or newly purchased memory cards with this memory camcorder before using them. This enables stable speeds and operation when accessing the recording medium.

Be aware that all ﬁ les and data including protected ﬁ les will be erased.

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"Memory" Formats the built-in storage media. (SC-MX10A/MX10AU only) None

"Card" Formats the memory card. None

WARNING

Do not format the recording medium on the PC or a different device.

Make sure to format the recording medium on the memory camcorder.

Make sure to format the recording medium on the memory camcorder. Do not remove the recording medium or perform any other operation (such as turning off the power) during format. Also, be sure to use the provided AC power adapter, as the recording medium may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during formatting. If the recording medium becomes corrupted, format it again. A memory card with the protection tab set to lock will not be formatted. ➥page 59

In case of model SC-MX10/MX10P, the format is executed by selecting "OK".

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If there is no storage media inserted, it can not be selected and will be dimmed on the menu. In case of model SC-MX10/MX10P, the information of the memory card appears by selecting "OK".

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setting options

Default Set

You can initialize the memory camcorder settings to the factory defaults (initial settings at the factory). Initializing the memory camcorder settings to factory defaults does not affect recorded images.

After resetting the memory camcorder, set "Date/Time Set". ➥page 31

Version

You can see the ﬁrmware version information.

Language

You can select a desired language to display the menu and messages. ➥page 30

USB Connect

Connect the memory camcorder to a PC via a USB 2.0 cable and you can transfer your movie images from the storage media, or use this camcorder as a web camera.

settings contents

"Mass Storage" Transfers the data ﬁles with your memory camcorder and a PC. ➥page 75 None

"PC Cam"

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The default setting is mass storage.

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Before connecting the USB cable, check if the appropriate USB mode you want to use is selected.

Uses your memory camcorder as a web camera. ➥page 76

Demo

Demonstration automatically shows you the major features that are included with your memory camcorder so that you may use them more easily.

settings contents

"Off" Disables the function None

Activates demonstration mode and shows various features on the LCD screen.

"On"

"Auto Power Off " function does not operate during the demonstration mode.

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- After it exit to the menu, the demonstration is automatically operated.

Demonstration mode will resume if you operate any other function in STBY mode for about 6minute.

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USB interface

This chapter explains how to connect the camcorder to a PC using the USB cable for various functions.

- When connecting a USB cable to a PC, refer to the software installation instructions and PC speciﬁcations below.

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

Transferring a Digital Image through a USB Connection

The memory camcorder supports USB 2.0 High speed. (Depends on the PC speciﬁcation)

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You can transfer a recorded ﬁle in storage media to a PC via a USB connection.

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If you transfer data to a PC, you need to install the software (DV Driver, Video Codec, DirectX 9.0) supplied with the

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USB Connection Speed (depending on the System)

High speed USB connection is supported by Microsoft (Windows) device drivers only.

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Windows 2000 - High speed USB on a system with Service Pack 4 or later installed.

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Windows XP - High speed USB on a system with Service Pack 1 or later installed.

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Windows Vista - High speed USB on a system with Service Pack 1 or later installed.

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System Requirements Windows operating systems

CPU: Intel® Pentium 4™, 2GHz or higher, or the equivalent

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Operating systems: Windows® 2000/XP/Vista

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Standard installation is required. If you have upgraded your current operating system, we can not guarantee the proper operation of the product. Memory: 512MB RAM or higher

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Hard Disk: 2GB or higher

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Resolution: 1024x768 dots, 24bit color

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USB port: USB2.0 High Speed

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- System requirements mentioned above are recommendations. Even on a system that satisﬁes the requirements

operation is not ensured depending on the system.

- This memory camcorder is recognized just as a removable storage device on the Macintosh computer.

(Mac OS 10.3 or above that support High Speed USB standards)

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On a slower PC than recommended, movie playback may not be smooth or video editing may take a

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long time. On a slower PC than recommended, movie playback may skip frames or operate unexpectedly.

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If your OS is Windows 2000/XP/Vista, log in as the Administrator(administrator of the PC)

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(or a user with the equivalent privileges) to install the software. Check out the storage media of the memory camcorder before connecting USB cable. If no memory

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card or an unformatted memory card is inserted, the PC will not recognize your memory camcorder as a removable disk. If you disconnect the USB cable from the PC or the memory camcorder during the data transfer, the data

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transfer will stop and the data may be damaged. If you connect the USB cable to a PC using a USB HUB or with other devices at the same time, it may

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cause conﬂict and may not work properly. If this occurs, remove all other USB devices and try the connection again. Intel® Pentium III™ or Pentium 4™ is a trademark of the Intel Corporation.

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Windows® is a registered trademark of the Microsoft® Corporation.

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All other brands and names are property of their respective owners.

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INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE

Before you start!

Turn on your PC. Exit all other applications running. Insert the provided CD into the CD-ROM drive.

- The setup screen appears automatically soon after the CD was inserted. If the setup screen does not appear, click on "Start" on the bottom left corner and select "Run" to display a dialog. Type "D:\autorun.exe" and then press ENTER, if your CD-ROM drive is mapped to "D:Drive".

Installing Driver - DV Driver and DirectX 9.0

DV Driver is a software driver that is required to support establishing connection to a PC. (If it is not installed, some functions will not be supported.)

1. Click on "DV Driver" on the setup screen. Driver software required is installed automatically. Following drivers will be installed

- USB PC-CAMERA driver

- USB streaming driver (USB video transfer)

2. Click on "Conﬁ rm" to ﬁ nish driver installation.

If the "DirectX 9.0" is not installed, it is installed automatically after setting "DV Driver".

After installing DirectX 9.0, PC needs to be restarted. If DirectX 9.0 is installed already, there is no need to restart the PC.

Application Installation - Video Codec

Click on "Video Codec" on the setup screen. Video Codec is required to play movie ﬁ les recorded by this memory camcorder on a PC.

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You need to install DV Media Pro to play back recorded movie ﬁ les or the transferred data from memory camcorder with the USB cable on your PC. When you install the DV Media Pro software on your Windows computer, you can enjoy the following operations by connecting your memory camcorder to your computer via a USB cable.

- View movie recordings on PC: DV Driver - DirectX9.0 - Video Codec

- PC camera/USB streaming function: DV Driver - DirectX9.0 - Video Codec

Installing DV Media Pro Program

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Application Installation – Quick Time

1. Click "Quick Time" on the setup screen. QuickTime is Apple's technology for handling movie, sound, animation, graphics, text, music, and even 360-degree virtual reality (VR) scenes.

CyberLink Power Director is software for easily editing MPEG, AVI, and other video ﬁ les, still images, and other contents for creating a movie. This software has an interface that allows editing in either time line or storyboard mode, maintains superior image quality, uses SVRT for high-speed rendering, and has a host of other advanced video editing features.

Setting up CyberLink Power Director

After inserting another CD("Cyberlink Power Director"), the setup screen displays automatically. Follow the instruction to start installation. This manual only refers to software installation and PC connection. For more details on software, refer to the "Online help/Readme" on the CyberLink Power Director CD.

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Please install by using the Software CD that came with this memory camcorder. We do not guarantee compatibility with other CDs. For movie playback on a PC, install software in this order :

DV Driver - DirectX 9.0 - Video Codec

For movie editing, use the CyberLink Power Director. For PC Cam use, install software in this order:

DV Driver - DirectX 9.0 - Video Codec

You have to install "DV Driver", "Video Codec" and "DirectX 9.0" to run DV Media Pro properly. During installation, if the Microsoft LOGO test warning is shown, just click ‘Continue(C).’ If a message saying "Digital Signature not found" or something similar appears, ignore the message and continue with the installation.

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CONNECTING THE USB CABLE

Connect the USB cable to copy movie images from the camcorder to the PC and vice versa. You can use various other functions with USB connection. (as a PC-camera, data storage, etc.)

1. Set the "USB Connect" to "Mass Storage." ➥page 68

2. Connect the memory camcorder to the PC with a USB cable.

Disconnecting the USB cable

Before loading or unloading recording mediums or turning off the PC, ﬁ rst disconnect the USB cable and turn off the memory camcorder.

After completing the data transmission, you must disconnect the cable in the following way:

1. Click the "Unplug or eject hardware" icon on the task tray.

2. Select "USB Mass Storage Device" or "USB Disk," and then click "Stop.

3. Click "OK.

4. Disconnect the USB cable from the memory camcorder and PC.

If you disconnect the USB cable from the PC or the memory camcorder while transferring,

the data transmission will stop and the data may be damaged.

If you connect the USB cable to a PC via a USB HUB or simultaneously connect the USB cable along with other USB devices, the memory camcorder may not work properly. If this occurs, remove all USB devices from the PC and reconnect the memory camcorder.

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USB cable

Memory camcorder

Don’t apply excessive force when inserting or extracting a USB cable into/from a USB jack. We recommended using the camcorder's AC adapter as the power supply instead of the battery pack. When the USB cable is connected, turning the camcorder on or off the camcorder may cause the PC to malfunction.

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VIEWING THE CONTENTS OF STORAGE MEDIA

1. Slide the POWER switch downward to turn on the memory camcorder.

- Select the desired recording medium. ➥page 32 (SC-MX10A/MX10AU only)

- Make sure that there is a memory card in the memory camcorder

(SC-MX10/MX10P only).

2. Connect the memory camcorder to the PC with a USB cable. ➥page 73

- Check out the USB connection on the LCD monitor.

3. When using Windows® XP,Vista version :

- The "Removable Disk" window appears on the PC’s screen after a moment.

- Select "Open folders to view ﬁ les using Windows Explorer" and click "OK.

When using Windows® 2000:

a. Doubleclick the "My Computer" icon on the desktop. The "Removable Disk" icon which represents the storage media in the

memory camcorder appears in the "My Computer" window.

b. Doubleclick the "Removable Disk" icon.

4. The folders in the storage media appear.

- Different ﬁ le types are stored in different folders. If the "Removable Disk" window does not appear, conﬁ rm the connection

or perform the steps 1 and 2.

Structure of folders and ﬁ les on the storage media

• The folder and ﬁ le structure for built-in memory or memory card is as follows.

• Don’t arbitrarily change or remove the folder or ﬁ le name. It may not be playable.

Movie images ﬁ le (1)

The SD-quality movie images have SDV_####.AVI format. The ﬁ le number automatically increases when a new movie image ﬁ le is created. When the number exceeds 9,999, a new folder is created and it is stored in SDV_0001.AVI.

General data ﬁ le (2)

It is the place where the user can save general document ﬁ les as a storage device.

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When 999 folders and 9,999 ﬁles are recorded, you cannot record any more. In this case, format your storage media. (memory card, etc.)

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You may modify the name of a ﬁle/folder stored in the memory card using a PC. This memory camcorder may not recognize modiﬁed ﬁles.

TRANSFERRING FILES FROM THE MEMORY CAMCORDER TO YOUR PC

You can copy the movie images to your PC.

1. Execute the procedure in "Viewing the contents of storage media." ➥page 74 The folders in the storage media appear.

2. Create a new folder, enter the folder name, and then double-click it.

3. Select the folder to copy, and then drag and drop it into the destination folder.

The folder is copied from the storage media (memory card (all models) or internal

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memory (SC-MX10A/MX10AU) to the PC. Saving the wrong kinds of ﬁles in a recording medium or deleting ﬁles or folders

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from a recording medium can cause problems with the operation of the memory camcorder. When it is necessary to delete a ﬁle from a storage media (memory card (all models) or internal memory (SC-

MX10A/MX10

AU), delete it through the memory

camcorder. Also, do not move or rename folders and ﬁles within the medium on PC.

Playing Back Files on the PC

Movie Images

Use the "DV Media Pro".

- You can install this software from the provided CD. For more details of "Video Codec". ➥page 71

When playing back a ﬁle in the recording medium on your PC, copy the ﬁle to your PC, and then play it back. If video ﬁle is played back directly from recording medium (i.e. the memory camcorder is connected through USB to your PC), it may be not played back properly due to the inadequate processing speeds or other problems.

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USING THE PC CAM FUNCTION

You can use your memory camcorder as a PC camera for video chatting, video conference and other PC camera applications.

Before you start!

For PC Cam use, you must install the DV Driver. ➥page 71

1. Slide the POWER switch downward to turn on the memory camcorder.

The Movie Record mode screen appears.

2. Press the MENU button and select the " Settings". ➥page 62

The Settings screen appears.

3. Press the Control button ( / ) to select "USB Connect".

4. Press the Control button ( / ) to select "PC Cam" and then

press the OK button.

5. Turn on your PC.

6. Connect the memory camcorder to your PC with the USB cable.

7. The memory camcorder can be used as a PC Cam for programs such as

Windows Messenger.

- Various applications take advantage of the "PC Cam" function. Refer to respective product documentation for further details.

- When ﬁ nished, disconnect the USB cable.

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We recommended using the AC Power Adapter during data transfer to avoid unintended power outages. When the USB port connection is changed, it may require DV Driver re-installation. ➥page 71

If you connect more than two USB devices to a single PC or use a hub for USB connection, the PC camera function may not work properly. You may see a popup message for compatibility conﬁ rmation, depending on the PC speciﬁ cation. Press "Continue" and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. If the DV Media Pro is not properly installed on your PC, during connection, you may see the Found New Hardware Wizard on the screen during connection. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

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You can view the recorded movies on a large screen by connecting the memory camcorder to a TV.

VIEWING ON TV SCREEN

Connecting to a TV

Use the provided multi-AV cable to connect the memory camcorder to a TV as follows:

1. Connect the end of the Multi AV cable with the single plug to the AV jack of the camcorder.

2. Connect the other end with S-Video or Video (yellow) and

left(white)/ right(red) audio cables to the TV.

Viewing on TV Screen

1. Turn on the TV and set the input selector to the Input

connection the memory camcorder is connected to. This is often referred to as "line".

- Refer to the TV instruction manual for how to switch the TV input.

2. Turn the memory camcorder on.

- Slide the POWER switch downward and press the MODE button to set Player ( ). ➥ page 21

- The image from the memory camcorder will appear on the TV screen.

- You can also monitor the image on the LCD screen of the memory camcorder.

Perform playback. You can perform playback, recording or make settings in the menu while viewing on your TV screen.

Before connecting, make sure that the volume on TV is turned down: forgetting this may cause feedback from the TV speakers. Carefully connect the input and output cables to the corresponding connections on the device the memory camcorder is being used with.

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When a copy-protected movie is played back, no image will appear on TV screen. Information that the memory camcorder is recording will appear on the TV screen: You can also display only part of information or switch off the display. Refer to “ TURNING THE SCREEN INDICATORS ON/OFF ( ) ” on page 25, and press the button to switch the display status.

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VIDEOAUDIO

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Normal TV

Multi-AV cable

Signal ﬂ ow

If your TV has an S-VIDEO input jack,

use the S-Video plug for a clearer picture.

To playback your recordings, the television must be NTSC compatible. ➥ page 80

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Signal ﬂ ow

VCRs or DVD/HDD recorders

RECORDING (DUBBING) IMAGES ON OTHER VIDEO DEVICES

You can record (dub) images played back on this memory camcorder, onto other video devices. Use the multi-AV cable(provided) to connect the memory camcorder to another video device as shown in the following ﬁ gure:

1. Press the MODE button to set Player( ).

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2. Choose the recorded (dubbed) movie on the thumbnail view and then press the OK button.

Press the record button on the connected device.

- The memory camcorder will start playback

and the recording device will record (dub) it.

Using S-VIDEO will deliver clearer images. Be sure to use the AC adaptor to power the memory camcorder to prevent battery power from shutting off during recording on another video device.

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maintenance & additional information

MAINTENANCE

Your memory camcorder is a product of superior design and craftsmanship and should be treated with care. The suggestions below will help you fulﬁll any warranty obligations and allow you to enjoy this product for many years.

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For safekeeping of the memory camcorder, turn off the memory camcorder.

- Remove the battery pack and AC power adaptor. ➥page 13

- Remove the memory card. ➥page 32

Cautions on Storing

Do not leave the memory camcorder in a place where the temperature is very high for a long period

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of time:

The temperature inside a closed vehicle or trunk can become very high in a hot season. If you leave the memory

camcorder in such a place, it could malfunction or the case could be damaged. Do not expose the memory camcorder to direct sunlight or place it near a heater.

Do not store the memory camcorder in a place where the humidity is high or in a dusty place:

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Dust entering the memory camcorder could cause malfunctions. If humidity is high, the lens could become moldy,

and the memory camcorder could become inoperative. It is recommended that you put the memory camcorder in a box together with a desiccant when storing it in a closet, etc.

Do not store the memory camcorder in a place subject to strong magnetism or intense vibrations:

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This could cause malfunctions.

Detach the battery pack from the memory camcorder and store it in a cool place:

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Leaving the battery pack attached or storing it at high temperature could shorten its life.

Cleaning the memory camcorder

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Before cleaning, turn off the memory camcorder and remove the battery pack and AC power adapter.

To clean the exterior

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Wipe gently with a soft dry cloth. Do not apply excessive force when cleaning, gently rub the surface.

- Do not use benzene or thinner to clean the camcorder. The coating of exterior could peel off or the case could

deteriorate.

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To clean the LCD monitor

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Wipe gently with a soft dry cloth. Be careful not to damage the monitor.

To clean the lens

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Use an optional air blower to blow out dirt and other small object. Do not wipe the lens with cloth or your ﬁngers.

If necessary, wipe gently with lens cleaning paper.

- Mold may form if the lens is left dirty.

- If the lens looks dimmer, turn off the memory camcorder and leave it for about 1 hour.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Using your memory camcorder abroad

Each country or region has its own electric and color systems.

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Before using your memory camcorder abroad, check the following items.

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Power sources

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The provided AC adapter features automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 100 V to 240 V. You can use your camcorder in any countries/regions using the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder

within the AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz range.

Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor, if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet.

About TV color systems

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Your camcorder is an NTSC-system-based camcorder. If you want to view your recordings on a TV or to copy it to an external device, it must be an NTSC-system-based

TV or an external device having the appropriate Audio/Video jacks. Otherwise, you may need to use a separate video format transcoder (NTSC-PAL format converter).

NTSC-Compatible Countries / Regions

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Bahamas, Canada, Central America, Japan, Mexico, Philippines, Korea, Taiwan, United States of America, etc.

PAL-Compatible Countries / Regions

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Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, China, CIS, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Great Britain, Holland, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Libya, Malaysia, Mauritius, Norway, Romania, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Syria, Thailand, Tunisia, etc.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

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Before contacting a Samsung authorized service center, perform the following simple checks. They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call.

Warning indicators and messages

Power source

Message Informs that... Action

Low Battery The battery pack is almost discharged.

Change to a charged one or use AC adaptor. Charge the battery pack.

Auto Power Off

If no button is pressed for about 5 minutes, the memory camcorder is automatically turned off .

("Auto Power Off").

To disable this option, change the setting of "Auto Power Off" to

"Off" ➥page 65

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Storage media

Message Informs that... Action

Memory Full

Insert Card

Card Full

Card Error The memory card is corrupted.

Not Supported Card

Editing ﬁles

Message Informs that... Action

Not Formatted The memory card is not formatted. Format the memory card.

Recording

Message Informs that... Action

Not Supported Format The format is not supported.

There is not enough space to record on built-in memory.

There is no memory card inserted in the card slot.

There is not enough space to record on memory card.

The memory card is not supported in this camcorder.

Delete unnecessary ﬁles on the built-in memory. Use a memory card.

Insert a memory card. Use the built-in memory. (SC-MX10A/MX10AU)

Delete unnecessary ﬁles on the memory card. Use the built-in memory. (SC-MX10A/MX10AU)

Format the memory card or replace it with a new one.

Change the memory card that we recommended.

The ﬁle format is not supported. Check the supported ﬁle.

(SC-MX10A/MX10AU)

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When there is dew condensation, do not use the camcorder for a while

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CAUTION

What is dew condensation?

Dew condensation happens when a memory camcorder is moved to a place where there is a signiﬁcant

temperature difference from the previous place. In other words, the water vapor in the air turns into dew because of the temperature difference, and it condensates like dew on the external or internal lenses of the memory camcorder and on the reﬂection lens. When this happens, you temporarily may not use the record or play functions of the memory camcorder. Also, it may cause a malfunction or damage to the memory camcorder when using the device with the

power on while there is dew condensation.

• What can I do? Turn the power off and detach the battery pack, and leave it in a dry area for 1~2 hours before using it.

• When does the dew condensation occur? When the device is relocated to a place with a higher temperature than the previous location, or when

using it in a hot area suddenly, it will cause condensation.

- When recording outside in cold weather during the winter and then using it in indoors.

- When recording outside in hot weather after being indoors or inside a car where the AC was running.

Note before sending your camcorder for repair.

• If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service center.

• Depending on the problem, current hard disk may need to be initialized or replaced and the data will be deleted. Be sure to back up the data on the hard disk on the other storage media before sending your camcorder to repair. Samsung cannot guarantee any loss of your data.

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If you encounter any problem using your camcorder, check the following before requesting service.

If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact the nearest Samsung authorized service center.

Symptoms and solutions

Power

Symptom Explanation/Solution

• The battery pack may not be installed on your memory camcorder. Insert a battery pack to the memory camcorder.

The power does not turn on.

The power automatically turns off.

Power cannot be turned off.

The battery pack is quickly discharged.

• The inserted battery pack may be discharged. Charge the battery pack or replace it with a charged one.

• If you use an AC power adaptor, make sure it is properly connected to the wall outlet.

• Your memory camcorder has been left for more than 5 minutes without any button operation. To turn on your memory camcorder, press the Record start/stop button.

• Is "Auto Power Off" set to "On"? If no button is pressed for about 5 minutes, the memory camcorder is automatically turned off ( "Auto Power Off"). To disable this option, change the setting of "Auto Power Off" to "Off" ➥page 65

• The battery pack is almost discharged. Charge the battery pack or replace it with a charged one.

• Remove the battery pack or unplug the AC power adaptor, and connect the power supply to the camcorder again before turning it on.

The temperature is too low.

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The battery pack is not fully charged. Charge the battery pack again.

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The battery pack reached its lifespan and cannot be recharged.

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Use another battery pack.

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Displays

Symptom Explanation/Solution

The screen of TV or LCD screen displays distorted images.

Unknown image appears on the LCD screen.

The afterimage remains on the LCD screen.

The image on the LCD screen looks dark.

Symptom Explanation/Solution

Menu items are grayed out.

• All movies recorded with this memory camcorder have 4:3 aspect ratio.

- It can occur when recording or viewing a 16:9-ratio image on the LCD screen. For more details, see the display speciﬁcations. ➥page 55, 61

- If you want to display properly on your TV, check out your TV type and set

the proper screen mode (4:3 aspect ratio).

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The memory camcorder is in Change the setting "Demo" to "Off". ➥page 68 A warning indicator or message appears on the screen. ➥page 81

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This occurs if you disconnect the AC power adaptor or remove the battery

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pack before turning the power off.

Ambient light is too bright. Adjust the brightness and angle of LCD.•

You cannot select grayed items in the current recording/playback mode.

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There are some functions you cannot activate simultaneously. The following list

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shows examples of unworkable combinations of functions and menu items. If you want to set the desired functions, do not set the following items ﬁrst. <Cannot Use> <Because of the following setting> Scene Mode(AE) Exposure (Manual)

Most of menu items cannot be selected when you set the EASY.Q function.

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If there is no storage media inserted, it can not be selected and will be dimmed

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on the menu : " Memory Info", "Format", etc.

"Demo" mode.

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Recording Media (Memory card, etc)

Symptom Explanation/Solution

Insert a memory card into your camcorder properly. ➥page 33

Memory card functions are not operable.

Image cannot be deleted.

You cannot format the memory card.

The data ﬁle name is not indicated correctly.

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If you use a memory card formatted on a computer, format it again directly

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on your camcorder. ➥page 67

The recorded images are protected. Remove protection from the ﬁles and

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delete them. ➥page 59 You cannot delete images protected by another device.

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Release the protection of the image on the device. Release the lock on the write-protect tab of the memory card

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(SDHC, standard SD memory card etc), if any. ➥page 34

Release the lock on the write-protect tab of the memory card

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(SDHC, standard SD memory card, etc), if any. ➥page 34 Copy any important recorded ﬁles to your PC before formatting.

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Samsung shall not be responsible for any loss of data. (It is recommended that you copy the data to your PC or other storage media.)

The ﬁle may be corrupted.

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The ﬁle format is not supported by your camcorder.

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Only the ﬁle name is displayed, if the directory structure does not comply

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with the international standard.

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Recording

Symptom Explanation/Solution

Pressing the Recording start/stop button does not

start recording.

The actual recording time is less than the estimated time.

The recording stops automatically.

When recording a subject illuminated by bright light, vertical lines appear.

• Press the

• There is not enough free space to record on the built-in memory or memory card.

• Check if the memory card is write-protected or if SDHC memory card is inserted.

• The internal temperature of your camcorder is unusually high. Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place. Your camcorder is damp and moist inside (condensation). Turn off your

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camcorder and leave it for about 1 hour in a cool place. ➥page 79

The recording time is measured under Samsung’s standard recording test

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conditions and may differ depending on actual use. When you record an object that moves fast, the actual recording time may

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be shorten.

If you make a frequent recording or deletion of ﬁles, the performance of the

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built-in ﬂash memory will deteriorate. In this case, format the built-in memory again.

This is not a malfunction.•

MODE button to set Movie Record mode ( ).

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Symptom Explanation/Solution

When the screen is exposed to direct sunlight during recording, the screen becomes red or black for an instant.

This is not a malfunction.•

During recording, the date/time does not display.

There is a time difference between the point where you press Recording start/stop button and the point where the recorded movie starts/stops.

The recording stops.

"Date/Time" is set to "Off". Set the "Date/Time" to "On". ➥page 64•

On your camcorder, there may be a slight time delay between the point

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when you press Recording start/stop button and the actual point where the recorded movie starts/stops. This is not an error.

The internal temperature of your camcorder is unusually high. Turn off your

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camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place. Your camcorder is damp and moist inside (condensation). Turn off your

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camcorder and leave it for about 1 hour in a cool place. ➥page 79

Samsung SC-MX10A, SC-MX10AU, SC-MX10P User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

key features of your memory camcorder

safety warnings

important safety instructions

precautions

important information on use

BEFORE USING THIS CAMCORDER

precautions on use

IMPORTANT NOTE

ABOUT THIS USER MANUAL

NOTES REGARDING A TRADEMARK

contents

quick start guide

getting to know your memory camcorder

WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH YOUR MEMORY CAMCORDER

FRONT & LEFT VIEW

SIDE & BOTTOM VIEW

preparation

USING THE ACCESSORIES

CONNECTING A POWER SOURCE

BUTTON TYPE BATTERY INSTALLATION

BASIC OPERATION OF YOUR MEMORY CAMCORDER

LCD SCREEN INDICATORS

USING THE LCD ENHANCER

ADJUSTING THE LCD SCREEN

USING THE MENU BUTTON

USING THE CONTROL BUTTONS

SHORTCUT MENU (OK GUIDE)

INITIAL SETTING : OSD LANGUAGE & DATE AND TIME

about the storage media

Selecting the storage media (SC-MX10A/MX10AU only)

INSERTING / EJECTING THE MEMORY CARD

SELECTING A SUITABLE MEMORY CARD

RECORDABLE TIME AND CAPACITY

recording

RECORDING MOVIE IMAGES

RECORDING WITH EASE FOR BEGINNERS (EASY.Q MODE)

ZOOMING

playback

MOVIE IMAGES PLAYBACK

recording options

CHANGING THE MENU SETTINGS

MENU ITEMS

RECORDING MENU ITEMS

SETTING THE PLAY OPTION

playback options

DELETING MOVIE IMAGES

PROTECTING MOVIE IMAGES

COPYING MOVIE IMAGES (SC-MX10A/MX10AU ONLY)

FILE INFORMATION

16:9 WIDE

setting options

CHANGING THE MENU SETTINGS IN "SETTINGS"

SETTING MENU ITEMS

USB interface

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE

CONNECTING THE USB CABLE

VIEWING THE CONTENTS OF STORAGE MEDIA

TRANSFERRING FILES FROM THE MEMORY CAMCORDER TO YOUR PC

USING THE PC CAM FUNCTION

connection

VIEWING ON TV SCREEN

RECORDING (DUBBING) IMAGES ON OTHER VIDEO DEVICES

maintenance & additional information

MAINTENANCE

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

troubleshooting

TROUBLESHOOTING