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Connecting/Dubbing with other devices (TV, DVD player, etc)

Symptom

Explanation/Solution

You cannot dub correctly

using the multi-AV cable.

The multi-AV cable is not connected properly. Make sure that the multi-AV cable is

connected to the proper jack, i.e. to the input jack of the device used for dubbing
an image from your camcorder.

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Connecting to a computer

Symptom

Explanation/Solution

When using the movies,

a computer does not

recognize your camcorder.

Install the provided software programme.

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Disconnect the USB device other than the keyboard, the mouse and the

camcorder from the computer.

Disconnect the cable from the computer and camcorder, restart the computer,

then connect them again correctly.

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Cannot play a movie file

properly on a PC.

• A video codec is needed to play the file recorded on your memory camcorder.

Install the software provided with your camcorder

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Please install by using the software CD that came with this camcorder.

We do not guarantee compatibility for different CD versions.

Make sure you insert the connector in the correct direction, and connect the USB

cable to the USB jack on your camcorder firmly.

Disconnect the cable from the computer and camcorder, restart the computer.

And connect it again properly.

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Cannot use the provided

software, "DV Media Pro",

on the Macintosh computer.

You cannot use "DV Media Pro" for a Macintosh computer.

This camcorder is recognized a removable storage device on the Macintosh

computer. (Mac OS 10.3 or above supported.)

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Summary of Contents for VP-MX10

Page 1: ...ual VP MX10 VP MX10P VP MX10H VP MX10A VP MX10AU VP MX10AH imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing a Samsung product To receive a more complete service please register your product at www samsung com global register ...

Page 2: ...h less distortion than previous types of digital zooms Various Recording Features The memory camcorder supports Anti Shake EIS Electronic Image Stabilizer Digital Effect and a wide range of other functions that you can select according to the scene you are recording pages 48 56 MPEG4 Encoding Records enhanced quality video in MPEG4 ASP Advanced Simple Profile format 720 x 576 onto memory cards at ...

Page 3: ...es on your PC page 75 Webcam 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 t...

Page 4: ...al damage CAUTION 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 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 f...

Page 5: ...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 the compensation for damages due to the loss of recorded contents Make a backup of important recorded data Protect your important recorded data by copying the files to a PC It is recommended to copy it from your PC to other recordi...

Page 6: ...e 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 Note that the foregoing phenomena have no effect on the image in a storage media so there is no cause for concern Hold the memory camcorder correctly Do not hold the memory camcorder by the LCD monitor when lifting it the LCD mo...

Page 7: ...sent in picture and sound At worst the memory camcorder could malfunction Do not expose the memory camcorder to soot or steam Thick soot or steam could damage the memory camcorder case or cause malfunctions Do not use the memory camcorder near corrosive gas 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 h...

Page 8: ...ion registered in the United States and other countries Macintosh is trademark of Apple Computer Inc All the other product names mentioned here in may be the trademark or registered trademarks of their respective companies Furthermore TM and R are not mentioned in each case in this manual Correct Disposal of This Product Waste Electrical Electronic Equipment Applicable in the European Union and ot...

Page 9: ...ndicators 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 VP MX10A MX10AU MX10AH only 33 Inserting ejecting the memory card 34 Selecting the suitable memory card 36 Recordable time and capacity 38 ...

Page 10: ...on 56 Digital Zoom 57 Setting the play option 58 Deleting movie images 59 Protecting movie images 60 Copying movie images VP MX10A MX10AU MX10AH only 61 16 9 Wide 61 File Information 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 colour 65 Auto Power Off 66 Beep Sound recording options play back o...

Page 11: ...rmat 68 Default set 68 Version 68 Language 68 USB connect 68 Demo 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 webcam function 77 Viewing on TV Screen 78 Recording Dubbing Images on Other Video Devices 79 Maintenance 80 Additional information 81 Troubles...

Page 12: ...wer source page 12 Check out the storage media page 32 Setting the Date Time and OSD Language page 30 Recording Recording the movie page 38 Playing back Selecting an image to play back from the thumbnail index views page 42 Viewing on the your PC or TV connected to your memory camcorder page 73 77 1 2 06_English Preparation Step1 Recording Step2 Playing back Step3 ...

Page 13: ...ur nearest Samsung dealer or Samsung service centre 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 Centre The exact shape of each item may vary by model Battery pack IA BP85ST AC power adapter AA E9 type Multi AV cable USB cabl...

Page 14: ...ernal microphone Built in speaker MENU button button OK button LCD ENHANCER button Control button Zoom lever W T Recording start stop button 5 4 1 2 3 6 9 8 7 10 11 getting to know your memory camcorder 08_English 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 5 9 10 11 ...

Page 15: ...ble 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 5 4 1 2 3 6 1 15 10 12 13 7 9 8 10 12 11 13 8 14 16 15 14 7 S 11 16 ...

Page 16: ...rom 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 th...

Page 17: ... 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 Cradle is a connection plate which can be used to make it easy charging the battery or connecting to a TV or a PC Use the memory camcorder with the cradle more stably when charging the battery or connecting to a TV or a PC ...

Page 18: ...tery 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 diagram 2 Insert the battery pack into the battery slot until it softly clicks Make sure that the SAMSUNG logo is facing up while the set is placed as shown in the diagram 3 Slide and close the battery slot cover Ejecting the battery pack 1 Slide and open t...

Page 19: ...ironmental 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 For power saving purposes the memory camcorder will automatically turns off in 5 minutes in standby mode Only if you set Aut...

Page 20: ...y Do not put the battery pack near any heat source i e fire or a heater Do not disassemble apply pressure to or heat the battery pack Do not allow the and terminals of the battery pack to be short circuited 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 ...

Page 21: ...nvironment and may differ from users and conditions 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 function after recording started In actual recording the battery pack may discharge 2 3 times faster than this reference since the record sta...

Page 22: ... 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 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 154 Min Batte...

Page 23: ...e battery pack Battery Level Indicator State Message Fully charged 20 40 used 40 60 used 60 80 used 80 95 used Exhausted flickers The device will soon turn off Change the Battery Pack as soon as possible flickers The device will be forced to turn off after 5 seconds Low battery STBY 00 00 00 00 58 00 120 MIN ...

Page 24: ...at purchase time Charge it before using the memory camcorder Use IA BP85ST battery pack only The battery pack may be charged a little at the time of purchase 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 T...

Page 25: ...ttery pack The battery pack will not lose its charge in this case 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 page 18 Be sure to use the speciﬁed AC power adaptor ...

Page 26: ...lent type Battery installation for the internal clock 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 d...

Page 27: ...off 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 image Power saving function In the setting at the time of purchase the po...

Page 28: ...RS Movie Record mode Operating status STBY standby or recording Time counter movie recording time remaining recordable time Storage media Built in memory VP MX10A MX10AU MX10AH 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 ...

Page 29: ...2 3 4 5 Movie Play mode Menu name Delete Protect Copy Protect File Name Storage media Built in memory VP MX10A MX10AU MX10AH only or memory card Battery info Remaining battery level time Copy Selected VP MX10A MX10AU MX10AH only Scroll bar Button Guide Delete Selected Movie Play mode 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 STBY 00 00 00 00 58 00 120 MIN 1 5 4 3 2 WB 120 MIN Move OK 100 0001 Play Delete 1 2 4 3 10 9 ...

Page 30: ...aining battery level time LCD Enhancer Protect File Name Date Time Volume Play Option Resolution Movie Play mode 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 FF fast forward Volume Down Button Guide Play Pause REW rewind Volume Up Movie Play mode Shortcut menu OK Guide 1 2 3 4 5 6 00 00 00 00 23 00 100 0001 List ZOOM 120 MIN 00 00 00 00 23 00 100 0001 2007 01 01 12 00AM 120 MIN 1 2 3 5 6 7 8 11 9 10 12 4 1 3 6 5 4 ...

Page 31: ...ained battery and memory capacity 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 After a while the approximate recordable time in the selected storage and batt...

Page 32: ...gs USB Sub mode STBY Mode While Recording Play single view Play thumbnail view Demo Mode Webcam 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 batter...

Page 33: ...s and colour of the LCD screen Over rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that connects the LCD screen to the memory camcorder Do not lift the memory camcorder when holding the LCD screen 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 ...

Page 34: ...tton Movie Record mode Movie Play mode Menu selection OK Access the Shortcut menu Playback Pause Confirms 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...

Page 35: ...rol buttons Button Movie Record mode Movie Play mode OK Access the shortcut menu Confirm 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 ...

Page 36: ...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 Français Deutsch Italiano Español Português Nederlands Svenska Suomi Norsk Dansk Polski Magyar Українська Русский Türkçe Iranian ...

Page 37: ... 5 After setting the last item press the OK button to finish the setting Press the MENU button to exit the menu 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...

Page 38: ...rol 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 Selecting the storage media VP MX10A MX10AU MX10AH 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 Hence set ...

Page 39: ...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 Using the built in memory VP MX10A MX10AU MX10AH only Because this memory camcorder has an embedded 4GB memory you don t need to buy any extra storage media So you can take or...

Page 40: ...ation Ver 2 00 This latest specification 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 files 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 F...

Page 41: ...ory card out of the reach of children who might swallow it 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 ...

Page 42: ... 000 000bytes actual formatted capacity may be less as the internal firmware uses a portion of the memory 288p 576i 576p refer to resolutions the camcorder will record at The above figures are measured under Samsung s standard recording test conditions and may differ depending on the test or use condition The memory camcorder provides three quality options for movie recordings Super Fine Fine Norm...

Page 43: ... 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 It supports proper operation with up to 8GB of memory card for movie recording playback Memory cards of bigger than 8GB in capacity may not work properly The memory card that is used to store a movie can cause unwritable area which may result in reduced recording ...

Page 44: ... 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 finished turn the memory camcorder off 00 00 00 00 58 00 120 MIN Recording STBY 00 00 30 00 57 30 120 MIN Setting the displ...

Page 45: ...e care that this microphone is not blocked 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 While recording don t insert or eject the memory card as it may record noise VP MX10A MX10AU MX10AH only Do not operate the power switch or remove the memory card while accessing the storage media Doing so may...

Page 46: ...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 Unavailable buttons during operation The following button and menu operations are unavailable because th...

Page 47: ...movie quality but during digital zoom the quality of image may suffer 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 leve...

Page 48: ...orded 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 Please note that all movies recorded with this me...

Page 49: ...home page www samsung com to get the CODEC installation file page 71 During playback pressing the Recording start stop button will move to Movie Record mode If there is no file 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 ...

Page 50: ...tton to locate the start point of next file Pressing the Control button repeatedly skips files in forward direction During playback press the Control button to locate the start point of the current file pressing the Control button repeatedly skips files in reverse direction Press the Control button within 3 seconds from the start point it skips to the first image of the previous file Frame by fram...

Page 51: ... 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 Depending on the mode selected not all items will be selectable to be changed page 85 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 Mo...

Page 52: ...ance 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 The selected item is applied and the indicator is displayed But in case of some item just like Auto 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...

Page 53: ...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 720x576i 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 Copy VP MX10A MX10AU MX10AH only 60 16 9 Wide On 61 File Info OK 61 ...

Page 54: ...ions The shutter speed is automatically adjusted from 1 50 to 1 250 per second depending on the scene None Sports 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 Portrait Creates a shallow depth of field so that the person or subject appears agai...

Page 55: ...cording under white fluorescent lights Tungsten This option is used when the surroundings are in less than 3200K of tungsten lights such as fluorescent lights 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...

Page 56: ...y 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 A subject can be recorded under various types of lighting conditions indoors natural fluorescent candlelight etc Because the colour temperature is different depending on the light source the subject tint will differ depending on the whi...

Page 57: ...t be entirely corrected even if Anti Shake EIS On is specified Firmly hold the memory camcorder with both hands 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...

Page 58: ... contents on screen display Off Disables the function None Black White Changes the images into Black and White Sepia This mode gives the images a reddish brown pigment Negative Reverses the colours 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 ...

Page 59: ...m 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 The focus also can be set in the shortcut menu page 29 EASY Q mode automatically sets the Focus to Auto Be sure...

Page 60: ...tion is executed Backlight compensation brightens the subject quickly Back lighting influences recording when the subject is darker than the background The subject is in front of a window The subject is against a snowy background The subject is outdoors and the background is overcast The light sources are too bright The person to be recorded is wearing white or shiny clothes and is placed against ...

Page 61: ... 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 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 item contents on scree...

Page 62: ...2x288p it is played back in smaller size than 720 720x576p on PC 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 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 U...

Page 63: ...ss 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 item contents Play All Plays back from the selected image to the last image Play One The selected movie images will be played Repeat All All movie images will be played repeatedly Repeat One The selected movie images will be played repeat 5 Press the MENU bu...

Page 64: ...movie images select desired movie images to delete by pressing the OK button And then press the MENU button to delete The indicator is displayed on the selected movie images Pressing the OK button toggles the selection and release 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 an...

Page 65: ...e Play mode Select the desired movie 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 item contents On Protects the selected movie image from delection Multi Select Protects selected movie images from delection To protect individual movie images sel...

Page 66: ...MODE button page 21 Switches to Movie Play mode Select the desired movie 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 movie images To copy individual movie images ...

Page 67: ...ect MENU Exit 120 MIN 100 0004 Off On You can select the desired LCD display aspect ratio for recording or playback 16 9 Wide 4 3 aspect ratio item contents on screen display Off 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 None On Select to view movies of 4 3 aspect ratio by enlarging and fitting into 16 9 aspect...

Page 68: ...o the normal screen press MENU button Depending on the mode selected not all items will be selectable to be changed If there is no storage media inserted it can not be selected and will be dimmed on the menu Memory Info Format etc page 92 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 confirm the menu Th...

Page 69: ...Date Format YY MM DD 64 Time Format 12 Hr 64 Date Time Off 64 LCD Brightness 40 65 LCD Colour 50 65 Auto Power Off Off 65 Beep Sound On 66 File No Series 66 Memory Type VP MX10A MX10AU MX10AH only 66 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 ...

Page 70: ...u can select the time format to display settings contents on screen display 12 Hr The time is displayed as the unit of 12 hours 24 Hr The time is displayed as the unit of 24 hours Date Time You can set to display date and time on the LCD monitor Before you use the Date Time function you must set the date time page 31 settings contents on screen display Off The date and time are not displayed None ...

Page 71: ...or will be 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 settings contents on screen 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 c...

Page 72: ...s It is convenient when you want to manage your files on a PC Beep Sound You can set the beep sound to on off When on a beep will sound every time a button is pressed settings contents on screen display Off Disables the function None On The beep sounds when operate the menu settings the power is turned on None Memory Type VP MX10A MX10AU MX10AH only You can record movie files on the built in memor...

Page 73: ... on screen display Memory Formats the built in storage media VP MX10A MX10AU MX10AH 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 s...

Page 74: ...ebcam page 76 None 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 on screen display Off Disables the function None On Activates demonstration mode and shows various features on the LCD screen After it exit to the menu the demonstration is automatically operated Demonstration mode will...

Page 75: ...h speed USB on a system with Service Pack 4 or later installed Windows XP High speed USB on a system with Service Pack 1 or later installed Windows Vista High speed USB on a system with Service Pack 1 or later installed System Requirements Windows operating systems CPU Intel Pentium 4 2GHz or higher or the equivalent Operating systems Windows 2000 XP Vista Standard installation is required If you ...

Page 76: ... 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 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 cause conflict and may not work properly If ...

Page 77: ...driver USB streaming driver USB video transfer 2 Click on Confirm to finish driver installation 3 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 Cod...

Page 78: ...ically Follow the instruction to start installation This manual only refers to software installation and PC connection For more details of each software refer to the Online help Readme on your preference 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 Di...

Page 79: ...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 ma...

Page 80: ...the memory camcorder appears in the My Computer window b Doubleclick the Removable Disk icon 4 The folders in the storage media appear Different file types are stored in different folders If the Removable Disk window does not appear confirm the connection or perform the steps 1 and 2 Structure of folders and files on the storage media The folder and file structure for built in memory or memory car...

Page 81: ...ing medium 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 the folder number is 999 and the file number is 9 999 you cannot record any file In this case format your storage media me...

Page 82: ...tage of the PC Cam function Refer to respective product documentation for further details When finished disconnect the USB cable It is recommended to use an AC Power Adapter during data transfer to avoid unintended power outages When the USB port connection 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 connecti...

Page 83: ...layback recording or setting the menu while viewing on TV screen S VIDE O VIDEO AUDIO L R VIDEO AUDIO L R VIDEO AUDIO Red White Red Yellow White White Yellow B G W W W W R R R R Y Y Y Y Stereo Type with S VIDEO Jack Stereo Type Monaural Type Using S VIDEO will deliver clearer playback Before connecting make sure that the volume on TV is turned down forgetting this may cause howling from the TV spe...

Page 84: ...then press the OK button 3 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 from household AC outlet to prevent battery power from shutting off during recording on another video device You can perform playback in t...

Page 85: ...o not store the memory camcorder in a place where the humidity is high or in a dusty place 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 camcorde...

Page 86: ...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 colour systems Your camcorder is an PAL 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 PAL system based TV or an externa...

Page 87: ...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 ...

Page 88: ...in memory Delete unnecessary files on the built in memory VP MX10A MX10AU MX10AH Use a memory card Insert Card There is no memory card inserted in the card slot Insert a memory card Use the built in memory VP MX10A MX10AU MX10AH Card Full There is not enough space to record on memory card Delete unnecessary files on the memory card Use the built in memory VP MX10A MX10AU MX10AH Card Error The memo...

Page 89: ... power off and detach the battery pack and leave it in a dry area for 1 2 hours before using it When does the 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...

Page 90: ...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...

Page 91: ...CD screen This occurs if you disconnect the AC power adaptor or remove the battery pack before turning the power off The image on the LCD screen looks dark Ambient is too bright Adjust the brightness and angle of LCD Symptom Explanation Solution Menu items are grayed out You cannot select grayed items in the current recording playback mode There are some functions you cannot activate simultaneousl...

Page 92: ...ge on the device Release the lock on the write protect tab of the memory card SDHC standard SD memory card etc if any page 34 You cannot format the memory card Release the lock on the write protect tab of the memory card SDHC standard SD memory card etc if any page 34 Copy any important recorded files to your PC before formatting Samsung shall not be responsible for any loss of data It is recommen...

Page 93: ... is damp and moist inside condensation Turn off your camcorder and leave it for about 1 hour in a cool place page 79 The actual recording time is less than the estimated time The estimated recording time is calculated by some references When you record an object that moves fast the actual recording time may be shorten The recording stops automatically If you make a frequent recording or deletion o...

Page 94: ... between the point where you press Recording start stop button and the point where the recorded movie starts stops On your camcorder there may be a slight time delay between the point when you press Recording start stop button and the actual point where the recorded movie starts stops This is not an error The recording stops The internal temperature of your camcorder is unusually high Turn off you...

Page 95: ...t up to brighten the place The image appears too bright or flickering or changes in colour This occurs when recording images under a fluorescent lamp sodium lamp or mercury lamp Cancel Scene Mode AE to minimize this phenomena page 48 Colour balance of image is not natural White balance adjustment is required Set proper White Balance page 49 Unknown indicator appears on the screen A warning indicat...

Page 96: ...ices TV etc Symptom Explanation Solution You cannot view the image or hear the sound on the connected device Connect the audio line of the multi AV cable to your camcorder or to the connected device TV DVD recorder etc Red colour right White colour left The multi AV cable is not connected properly Make sure that the multi AV cable is connected to the proper jack page 77 When you are using the S VI...

Page 97: ...uter and camcorder restart the computer then connect them again correctly Cannot play a movie file properly on a PC A video codec is needed to play the file recorded on your memory camcorder Install the software provided with your camcorder page 71 Please install by using the software CD that came with this camcorder We do not guarantee compatibility for different CD versions Make sure you insert ...

Page 98: ...der is connected to a computer that does not support Hi speed USB USB2 0 the images or sound may not be played back correctly The images and sound is copied to your computer is not affected The playback screen is paused or distorted Check the system requirements to play a movie page 69 Exit other all applications running on the current computer Overall operations Symptom Explanation Solution The d...

Page 99: ...ctive matrix system Connectors S Video output Y 1V p_p 75Ω analog C 0 286Vp_p 75Ω analog Composite video out 1 0V p_p 75Ω analog Audio output 7 5dBm 47KΩ analog stereo USB output mini USB B type USB2 0 High Speed General Power source 8 4V Using AC adapter 7 4V Using Lithium Ion battery pack Power source type Power supply 100V 240V 50 60Hz Lithium Ion battery pack Power consumption LCD on LCD off 2...

Page 100: ...sh power sources united kingdom only The plug used on this product is a unitary transformer plug and is designed specifically for this Camcorder it must never be replaced or removed with any other type of plug ...

Page 101: ...he products caused by such repair work will not be covered by this warranty 4 This product is not considered to be defective in materials nor workmanship by reason that it requires adaptation in order to conform to national or local technical or safety standards in force in any Country other than the one for which the product was originally designed and manufactured This warranty will not cover an...

Page 102: ...άστημα αγοράς Επίσης πρέπει να προσκομισθεί και το τιμολόγιο ή η απόδειξη λιανικής πώλησης πάνω στην οποία ο σειριακός αριθμός του προϊόντος πρέπει να είναι ευκρινής 2 Η υποχρέωση της SAMSUNG αφορά μόνο την επισκευή του προϊόντος 3 Η επισκευή του προϊόντος πρέπει να ανατίθεται μόνο σε εξουσιοδοτημένα κέντρα serνice ή εξουσιοδοτημένους αντιπροσώπους της SAMSUNG Καμία αποζημίωση δεν θα γίνει αποδεκτ...

Page 103: ...ήση του προϊόντος με τρόπους που αντίκεινται στις τεχνικές προδιαγραφές ασφαλείας που ισχύουν κατά την χρήση του προϊόντος Β Επισκευή που έγινε από μη εξουσιοδοτημένα συνεργεία service Γ Ατυχήματα θεομηνίες ή οποιαδήποτε αιτία πέρα του ελέγχου της SAMSUNG συμπεριλαμβανομένων αλλά μη περιορισμένων των κεραυνών του νερού της φωτιάς των δημοσίων αναταραχών του κακού αερισμού κ λπ Δ Η εγγύηση αυτή δεν...

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Page 105: ...ertain Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic equipment and we do not use the 6 hazardous materials Cadmium Cd Lead Pb Mercury Hg Hexavalent Chromium Cr 6 Poly Brominated Biphenyls PBBs Poly Brominated Diphenyl Ethers PBDEs in our products Code No AD68 01307G 00 ...

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