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VP-MX20
VP-MX20H
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Memory Camcorder
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key features of your memory camcorder See the bigger picture With the 2.7" wide LCD, you don't have to miss anything. Using 16:9 wide-screen format, the 2.7" wide LCD enables you to catch more of the action. H.264 (MPEG4 part 10/Advanced Video Coding) Encoding The latest video compression technology, H.264 uses a high compression rate to sharply increase the recordable time with the same size storage. High-capacity embedded Flash Memory (8GB) (VP-MX20C/MX20CH only) The camcorder has built-in
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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. pages 68~73 Play back on your PC USB 2.0 enables the smooth transfer of movies to a computer. With the bundled software you can easily transfer and play back your own movies on your PC. page 91 Swivel handle for free style shooting (max
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safety warnings What the icons and signs in this user manual mean : Means that death or serious personal injury is a risk. WARNING Means that there is a potential risk for personal injury or material damage. CAUTION To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when using your camcorder, follow these basic safety precautions: CAUTION Means hints or referential pages that may be helpful when operating the camcorder. These warning signs are here to prevent injury to you
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BEFORE USING THIS CAMCORDER • This memory camcorder is designed exclusively for high-capacity built-in flash memory and external memory card. • This memory camcorder records video in H.264/AVC( MPEG4 part 10/Advanced Video Coding) format compliant with Standard resolution (SD-VIDEO) format. • Please be noted that this memory camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats. • Before recording important video, make a trial recording. - Play back your trial recording to make sure t
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precautions on use IMPORTANT NOTE • Handle the liquid crystal display (LCD) with care: - 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
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• Be careful of unusual ambient temperature: - 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 malfunctions. • Do not point directly at the sun: - If direct sunlight strikes the lens, the memory camcorder could malfunction or a fire could occur. - Do not leav
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precautions on use ABOUT THIS USER MANUAL • This User Manual covers the complete range of VP-MX20, VP-MX20H, VP-MX20L, VP-MX20R and VP-MX20C, VP-MX20CH. VP-MX20, VP-MX20H, VP-MX20L, VP-MX20R does not support built-in flash memory, VP-MX20C, VP-MX20CH support built-in flash memory (8GB). Although some features of VP-MX20, VP-MX20H, VP-MX20L, VP-MX20R and VP-MX20C, VP-MX20CH are different, they are both operated in the same way. • Illustrations of VP-MX20C model are used in this user manual. • T
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contents INTRODUCTION TO 07 BASIC FEATURES 09 What's included with your memory camcorder GETTING TO KNOW YOUR 10 Front & left view MEMORY CAMCORDER 11 Side & bottom view 09 PREPARATION 12 Using the accessories 14 Connecting a power source 22 Basic operation of your memory camcorder 23 LCD screen indicators 12 27 Turning the screen indicators on/off ( ) 28 Using the LCD enhancer 29 Adjusting the LCD screen 29 Using the MENU button 30 Using the Control buttons 32 Shortcut menu (
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44 Recording movie images RECORDING 45 Recording with ease for beginners (EASY Q mode) 46 Zooming In and out 44 47 Movie Images playback PLAYBACK 50 Changing the menu settings RECORDING OPTIONS 52 Menu items 53 Using the recording menu items 53 iSCENE 50 54 White Balance 55 Exposure 56 Shutter 57 Focus 59 Anti-Shake (HDIS) 60 Digital Effect 61 16:9 Wide 61 Resolution 62 Wind Cut 62 Voice Mute 63 Back Light 64 Interval REC 65 C.Nite 66 Fader 67 Guideline 67 Digital Zoom English_04
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contents 68 Menu items PLAYBACK OPTIONS 69 Setting the play option 70 Deleting movie images 71 Protecting movie images 68 72 Copying movie images (VP-MX20C/MX20CH only) 73 File Information 74 Changing the menu settings in "Settings" SETTINGS OPTIONS 75 Menu items 76 Using the settings menu items 76 Storage 74 76 Storage Info 77 Format 77 File No. 78 Time Zone 80 Date/Time Set 80 Date Format 80 Time Format 80 Date/Time 81 LCD Brightness 81 LCD Colour 81 Beep Sound 82 Auto Power Off 82 TV Display
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84 Transfering a Recorded File through a USB Conection CONNECTING TO A PC 84 CyberLink MediaShow4 86 Installing the CyberLink MediaShow4 88 Connecting the USB cable 89 Viewing the contents of storage media 84 91 Transferring files from the memory camcorder to your PC 92 Uploading movie images in the memory camcorder to YouTube 93 Connecting to a TV CONNECTING TO OTHER 94 Viewing on TV screen DEVICES 95 Recording (dubbing ) images on a VCR or DVD/HDD recorder 96 Maintenance MAINTE
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introduction to basic features This chapter introduces you to the basic features of your memory camcorder. See the reference pages for more information. Step1: Preparation • Connecting a power source page 14 2 • Check out the storage media page 37 • Setting the Date/Time and OSD Language pages 36, 37 1 Step2: Recording • Recording the movie images page 44 Step3: Playing back • Selecting an image to play back from the thumbnail index views using Control button. page 47 • Viewing p
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This chapter introduces you to the basic features of your memory camcorder. See the reference pages for more information. Step4: Connecting to a PC • You can playback and edit recorded movie by using the CyberLink MediaShow4 application provided with the product. Also, using the CyberLink MediaShow4 allows easy upload of recorded movie file to YouTube ( ). You Tube BroadcastYourselfTM Step5: Easy Upload to YouTube • You can upload recorded movie to YouTube using the CyberLink Me
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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 Centre. The exact shape of each item may vary by model. Battery pack AC power adaptor Audio/Video Cable USB Cable (IA-BP85ST) (AA-E9 type) Cradle Software CD User manual CD Quick start guide (VP-MX20C/MX20CH) Pouch* Carrying Case* • The contents can vary depending on the sale
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FRONT & LEFT VIEW CLOSE 13 OPEN 4 1 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 1 Lens open/close switch 8 LCD screen 2 9 Internal microphone Built-in speaker 3 Lens 10 button 4 MENU button 11 EASY Q button 5 12 OK button LCD ENHANCER ( ) button 6 13 Control button ( ) Zoom lever (W/T) 7 Recording start/stop button English_10
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getting to know your memory camcorder REAR & BOTTOM VIEW 1 10 11 12 2 9 3 4 8 5 7 6 15 14 13 MODE indicator ( Record ( ) / Player ( )) 9 Recording start/stop button 1 10 2 MODE button Grip belt 11 3 AV cable jack Swivel Hand-grip 12 4 USB jack (USB) Grip belt hook 13 5 DC IN jack (DC IN) Cradle receptacle (VP-MX20C/MX20CH only) 6 Jack cover 14 Tripod receptacle 7 Charging indicator (CHG) 15 Memory card /Battery slot cover 8 POWER switch English_11
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preparation This section provides information that you should know before using this memory camcorder such as how to use the provided accessories, how to charge the battery, how to setup the operation mode and initialize 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 gr
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Using the Cradle (VP-MX20C/MX20CH only) • Link the memory camcorder to a computer or a TV with Cradle the cradle Receptacle The memory camcorder can be easily linked to a PC, TV or any other devices with the cradle. This keeps the camcorder safe, can recharge the battery and links it to TVs, AVs and USBs. Very convenient. DC IN • You have to connect the AC power adaptor to the cradle when jack connecting external devices using the cradle. USB jack AV jack • If you connect your mem
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CARD CARD CARD preparation 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 adaptor : used for indoor recording and playing back. page 21 Battery Pack installation / ejection Insert It is recommended you purchase one or more additional battery packs to allow continuous use of your memory camcorder. Inserting
