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User Manual
High Definition Digital Camcorder
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HMX-Q10BN/HMX-Q100BN/HMX-Q130BN
HMX-Q10TN/HMX-Q100TN/HMX-Q130TN
For video recording, use a memory card that supports faster
write speeds.
HMX-Q10UN/HMX-Q100UN/HMX-Q130UN
- Memory Card: A Class 6 SDHC card or above.
HMX-Q10PN/HMX-Q100PN/HMX-Q130PN
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Important safety instructions 4 Follow all instructions. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK 5 Do not use this apparatus near water. DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, 6 Clean only with dry cloth. DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED 7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with SERVICE PERSONNEL. the manufacturer’s instructions. This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage consisting a risk of 8
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Important safety instructions 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, your electrician to replace your outlet. Do not defeat the safety such as powersupply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been purpose of the polarized plug. spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus 19. POWER-CORD PROTECTION: has been exposed to
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Important safety instructions 21. LIGHTNING: a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. For added protection of this CAMCORDER during a lightning b. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects have fallen into the storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods CAMCORDER. of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna c. If the CAMCORDER has been exposed to rain or water. or cable system. This will prevent damage to the CAMCORDER d. If the CAMC
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Important safety instructions USER INSTALLER CAUTION: NOTE: Your authority to operate this FCC certified equipment could be voided if you make changes or modifications not expressly approved by this party This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the responsible for compliance to part 15 FCC rules. limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. NOTE: These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection Hg LAMP(S) INSIDE THIS PRODUCT CONTAIN
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Before reading this user manual SAFETY WARNINGS IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON USE What the icons and signs in this user manual mean; About this user manual Safety Icon Meaning Thank you for purchasing this Samsung Camcorder. Please read There is a potential risk of death or serious injury. this user manual carefully before you use the camcorder and keep WARNING it handy for future reference. Should your camcorder fail to operate There is a potential risk of personal injury or damage to the corre
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Before reading this user manual Before using this camcorder Notes regarding trademarks • This camcorder records video in H.264 (MPEG4/AVC) format. • All the trade names and registered trademarks mentioned in this • You can play back and edit the video recorded by the manual or other documentation provided with your Samsung camcorder on a personal computer using the internal product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their ® software of this camcorder. respective holders. Furthermore,
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Safety information The safety precautions illustrated below are to prevent personal injury or material damages. Heed all instructions carefully. WARNING Prohibited action. Do not touch the product. There is a potential risk of death or serious injury. CAUTION Do not disassemble the product. This precaution must be followed. There is a potential risk of personal injury or damage to the product. Unplug from the power supply. WARNING Do not overload outlets or extension Using the camcorder at tem
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Safety information Do not use the AC adaptor if it has Do not connect the AC adaptor unless Do not dispose of the battery in a fire as Never use cleaning fluid or similar damaged, split or broken cords or the plug can be fully inserted with no it may explode. chemicals to clean the camcorder. wires. Doing so may cause fire or part of the blades exposed. Do not spray cleaners directly on the electric shock. camcorder. Keep the camcorder away from water Keep the used lithium battery or Do not p
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Safety information CAUTION Do not drop or expose the camcorder, Do not use the camcorder on a tripod Do not use the camcorder in direct Do not press the surface of the LCD battery, AC adaptor, or other (not supplied) in a place where it is sunlight or near heating equipment. This with force, or hit it with a sharp object. accessories to severe vibrations or subject to severe vibrations or impact. may cause a malfunction or injury. If you push the LCD surface, display impact. This may cause
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Safety information Do not expose the camcorder to Do not place the camcorder with the Do not wipe the camcorder body with Do not leave the LCD screen open sudden changes in temperature or high open LCD screen down. benzene or thinner. The exterior coating when not using the camcorder. humidity. There is also a risk of defect could peel off or the surface could or electric shock when using outdoors deteriorate. during lightning storms. Do not hold the camcorder by the LCD Do not use the camcord
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Contents Quick start guide ........................................... 10 Basic playback .............................................. 41 CHANGING THE PLAYBACK MODE ........................................... 41 Getting to know the camcorder ...................... 14 PLAYING VIDEOS ....................................................................... 42 WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH YOUR CAMCORDER ........................ 14 VIEWING PHOTOS ..............................................................
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Contents Format ......................................................................................... 77 Other settings ................................................ 63 Default Set ................................................................................... 78 Video Resolution .......................................................................... 63 Language .................................................................................... 78 Photo Resolution ................
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Quick start guide This quick start guide introduces the basic operation and features of your camcorder. See the reference pages for more information. You can record videos in H.264 format! You can record videos in H.264 format that is convenient to email and share with your friends and family. You can also take photos with your camcorder. STEP 1: Get ready STEP 2: Record with your camcorder Insert the battery to the 1 camcorder. page 21 Recording start/stop button • Make sure that the SAMSU
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Quick start guide Recording videos Recording photos Your camcorder uses advanced H.264 compression technology Your camcorder can record high quality photos with a 16:9 aspect give you the clearest video quality. ratio. Open the LCD screen. Open the LCD screen. 1 1 Select the video recording mode by touching the Video Select the photo recording mode by touching the Photo 2 2 recording mode ( ) tab. recording mode ( ) tab. STBY 00:00:00 [253Min] 9999 3 Press the Recording start/stop button
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Quick start guide STEP3: Play back videos or photos STEP4: Save recorded videos or photos Simple and fun! Enjoy the various features of the internal Viewing videos or photos on the LCD screen Intelli-studio program on your Windows computer. Using the Intelli-studio program built into your camcorder, you can You can find recordings quickly by using the thumbnail index view. import videos/photos into your computer, and edit or share the videos/photos with your friends and family. 1 Touch the P
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Quick start guide Intelli-studio runs automatically after you connect your camcorder to a The new files are saved to your PC and registered to “Contents 2 Windows computer if you have set “PC Software: ON” in the Settings Manager” on the Intelli-studio program. menu. page 70 • You can arrange the files by different criteria such as Face, Date, etc. Contents Manager Saved files into your PC STEP5: Delete videos or photos If the storage media is full, you cannot record new videos or photos.
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Getting to know the camcorder Checking your accessories WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH YOUR CAMCORDER Your new camcorder comes with the following accessories. If any of these items is missing from your box, call Samsung’s Customer Care Center. Battery AC power adaptor Audio/Video cable (BP125A) (AA-MA9) (AD46-00355A) (AD43-00197A) (AD63-04924A) USB cable User manual CD Quick start guide (AD46-00355A) (AD46-00372A) (AD68-05905A) Optional accessories Model name Color Internal memory Lens HMX-Q10BN/HMX-Q
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Getting to know the camcorder LOCATION OF CONTROLS Front/Left 1 Lens 2 Internal microphone 3 3 Charging indicator 4 Home ( ) button 5 LCD screen (Touch screen) 1 2 6 7 8 9 6 Internal speaker 7 Jack cover (AV/HDMI/USB) 8 AV (Audio/Video) jack 9 HDMI jack 10 USB jack 3 4 5 10 Be careful not to cover the internal microphone and lens during recording. 15
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Getting to know the camcorder Rear/Right/Bottom 1 Lens open/close switch 1 2 Grip belt 3 DC IN jack 2 3 4 4 Jack cover (DC IN) 5 5 Zoom dial 10 11 6 6 Recording start/stop button 7 Battery slot 8 Memory card slot 9 Battery/Memory card cover 10 Battery release switch 11 Tripod receptacle 7 8 9 16
