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SMX- C10RN/SMX- C10LN/
SMX- C10GN/SMX- C13RN/
SMX- C13LN/SMX-C13GN/
SMX-C14RN/SMX-C14LN/
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key features of your memory camcorder High-resolution Color Widescreen LCD (2.7” WIDE TFT LCD) Samsung memory camcorder utilizes a 2.7-inch 230k pixel Widescreen LCD which allows bright and clear monitoring. In addition, the LCD Enhancer adjusts color and brightness to the screen lighting conditions for better monitoring under strong sunlight. H.264/AVC (MPEG4 part 10/Advanced Video Coding) Encoding latest video compression technology, H.264, uses a high compression rate to sharply increas
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Various Recording Features The memory camcorder supports Anti-Shake (HDIS), Digital Effect and a wide range of other functions that you can select according to the scene you are recording. pages 56~70 Capturing Photo Image (8GB (SMX-C13 only), 16GB (SMX-C14 only)) Captures a moving subject instantly and saves the scene as a photo image. Comfortable, Ergonomic Design This camcorder is designed for comfort when making long recordings. With this ergonomic design, you can shoot subjects comforta
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safety warnings What the icons and signs in this user manual mean : Death or risk of serious personal injury. WARNING Potential risk of 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 Hints or referential pages that may be helpful when operating the camcorder. These warning signs are here to prevent injury to you and others. Please follow them explicitl
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BEFORE USING THIS CAMCORDER • This camcorder is designed exclusively for use wth the high-capacity built-in flash memory (8GB (SMX-C13 only), (16GB (SMX-C14 only)) and an external memory card. • This camcorder records video in H.264/AVC (MPEG4 part 10/Advanced Video Coding) format compliant with the Standard resolution (SD-VIDEO) format. • Please note that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats. • Before recording important video, make a trial recording. - Play bac
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important safety instructions CAUTION This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage consisting a risk of RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK electric shock is present within this unit. DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). This symbol indicates that there are important operating and NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSID EREFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying this unit. Warning To Reduce The Ris
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15. Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or 20. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING:CAMCORDER, splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded to vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. provide some protection against voltage surges and 16. VENTILATION: built-up static charges, Section 810 of the National Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the 70-1984,
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important safety instructions 22. POWER LINES: a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. An outside antenna system should not be located b. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects have in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other fallen into the CAMCORDER. electric light or power circuits where it can fall into c. If the CAMCORDER has been exposed to rain or such power lines or circuits. When installing an water. outside antenna system, extreme care should be d. If the CA
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29. To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. 30. If this power supply is used at 240V ac, a suitable plug These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection adaptor should be used. against harmful interference in a residential installation. This 31. This product is covered by o
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important information 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, display uneveness 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 whe
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• Be careful of unusual ambient temperature: - Using the camcorder in a place where the temperature is over 104°F (40°C) or lower than 32°F (0°C) may result in abnormal recording/playback. - Do not leave the 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: - If direct sunlight strikes the lens, the camcorder could malfunction or a fire could occur. - Do not leave the camcorder wi
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important information on use ABOUT THIS USER MANUAL • This User Manual covers models SMX-C10RN, SMX-C10LN, SMX-C10GN, SMX-C13RN, SMX-C13LN, SMX- C13GN, SMX-C14RN, SMX-C14LN, and SMX-C14GN. The SMX-C13RN, SMX-C13LN and SMX-C13GN have a 8GB built in flash memory respectively, but also use memory cards. The SMX-C14RN, SMX-C14LN and SMX- C14GN have a 16GB built in flash memory respectively, but also use memory cards. The SMX-C10RN, SMX- C10LN, SMX-C10GN does not have built-in flash memory and uses mem
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SAND precautions during use The safety precautions illustrated below are to prevent personal injury or material damage. Heed all instructions carefully. WARNING Prohibited action. Do not touch product. Unplug from power supply. Death or risk of serious personal injury. CAUTION Do not disassemble product. This precaution must be kept. Means that there is a potential risk of personal injury or material damage. WARNING Using the camcorder at Do not allow water or metal temperatures over
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precautions during use Do not use the AC adaptor if it has Do not connect the AC adaptor unless the damaged, split or broken cords or wires. plug can be fully inserted with no part of Do not dispose of battery pack in a fire as Doing so may cause fire or electric shock. the blades exposed. it may explode. Keep the camcorder away from water Keep the used lithium battery or memory Never use cleaning fluid or similar when used near the beach or pool or card out of the reach of children. If t
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CAUTION Do not press the surface of the LCD with Do not drop or expose the camcorder, force, or hit it with a sharp object. battery pack, AC adaptor or other Do not use the camcorder on a tripod (not If you push the LCD surface, display accessories to severe vibrations or impact. supplied) in a place where it is subject to unevenness may occur. This may cause a malfunction or injury. severe vibrations or impact. Do not use the camcorder in direct sunlight Do not expose the camcorder to
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precautions during use Do not expose the camcorder to sudden changes in temperature or a humid places. Do not wipe the camcorder body with There is also a risk of defect or electric shock Do not place the camcorder with the open benzene or thinner. The exterior coating could when using outdoors during lightning storms. LCD screen down. peel off or the case surface could deteriorate. Do not hold the camcorder by the LCD Do not use the camcorder near TV or Do not leave the LCD monit
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contents 07 You can record videos in H.264 format! QUICK START GUIDE 07 11 What's included with your camcorder GETTING TO KNOW YOUR 12 Front & left view CAMCORDER 13 Rear & bottom view 14 Using the hand strap PREPARATION 14 Adjusting the LCD screen 15 Basic camcorder positioning 16 Connecting a power source 24 Basic operation of your camcorder 14 25 LCD screen indicators 31 Turning the screen indicators on/off ( ) 33 Shortcut menu (OK GUIDE) 35 Initial setting : Time Zone, Date And Time & OSD L
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contents 49 Changing the playback mode (SMX-C13/C14 only) PLAYBACK 50 Playing movie images 53 Viewing photo images (SMX-C13/C14 only) 49 54 Changing the menu settings RECORDING OPTIONS 56 Menu items 57 Using the recording menu items 57 iSCENE 54 58 Video resolution 59 Photo resolution 59 16:9 Wide 60 EV (Exposure Value) 61 Back light 62 Focus 62 Face detection 64 Anti-Shake (HDIS) 65 Digital effect 66 Fader 66 Wind cut 67 Digital zoom 68 Time lapse REC 70 Guideline 71 Menu items PLAYBACK
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84 Changing the menu settings in "Settings" SETTINGS OPTIONS 85 Menu items 86 Using the settings menu items 86 Storage (SMX-C13/C14 only) 84 86 Storage Info 87 Format 87 File No. 88 Time Zone 90 Date/Time Set 90 Date Type 90 Time Type 91 Date/Time Display 91 LCD Brightness 91 LCD Color 92 LCD Enhancer 92 Auto LCD Off 92 Menu Design 92 Transparency 93 Beep Sound 93 Shutter Sound (SMX-C13/C14 only) 93 Auto Power Off 94 PC Software 94 TV Display 94 Default Set 95 Version 95 Language 95 Demo 96
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contents 107 Connecting to a TV CONNECTING TO OTHER 108 Viewing on a TV screen DEVICES 109 Recording (dubbing ) images on a VCR or DVD/HDD recorder 107 110 Maintenance MAINTENANCE & ADDITIONAL 111 Additional information INFORMATION 113 Using your camcorder abroad 110 TROUBLESHOOTING 114 Troubleshooting 127 Specifications SPECIFICATIONS 06_English
