Samsung HMX-H204BN User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English)
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User Manual High Definition Digital Camcorder www.samsung.com/register HMX-H200BN/HMX-H200SN/HMX-H200LN/HMX-H200RN HMX-H203BN/HMX-H203SN/HMX-H203LN/HMX-H203RN HMX-H204BN/HMX-H204SN/HMX-H204LN/HMX-H204RN HMX-H205BN/HMX-H205SN/HMX-H205LN/HMX-H205RN HMX-H220BN/HMX-H220SN/HMX-H220LN/HMX-H220RN - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 2
under low light conditions. Normal CMOS BSI CMOS Full HD 1080 Viewing Performance Your camcorder uses advanced H.264 compression technology to give you the clearest video quality. Its full HD resolution displays your pictures more clearly than normal standard (SD) quality pictures. High-De - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 3
if you are not familiar the best camcorder settings for various scenes. Time video a real help when you want to review a video quickly. Direct Upload of Your Videos to the Web! Intelli-studio built-in editing software installs directly from your camcorder to your PC when you connect the camcorder - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 4
TVOMJHIU IFBUFST SBEJBUPST mSF PSBOZ other source of excessive heat. Caution If you replace the battery with the wrong battery, you can cause an explosion. Replace only with the same battery or an equivalent type. If you plug the AC adapter into a 240V AC outlet, be sure to use a suitable plug - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 5
it handy for future recorded video and audio. reference. Should your camcorder fail to operate - Recorded contents may be lost due to a correctly, refer to Troubleshooting. mistake when handling this camcorder or This User Manual covers HMX-H200, HMX-H220, memory card, etc. Samsung shall not be - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 6
. • Macintosh, Mac OS are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Apple Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. • YouTube is a trademark of Google Inc. • Flickr™ is a trademark of Yahoo. • Facebook is a trademark of Facebook Inc. • HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 7
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 10. Protect the power cord from being replacement of the been dropped. obsolete outlet. vii - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 8
, 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 - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 9
to this CAMCORDER, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the CAMCORDER is in safe operating order. 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 - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 10
, eiae.org, or call 1-800-Samsung (7267864) CALIFORNIA USA ONLY This Perchlorate to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful to Identify and Resolve RadioTV Interference Problems." This Booklet is available from - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 11
prevent personal injury or material damages. Heed all instructions carefully. WARNING Means that there is a potential risk . Keeping the battery at a high temperature may cause an explosion. W4 W 4 Do not allow water or metal and inflammable matter to enter the camcorder or AC power adaptor. Doing - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 12
power-cord immediately and request service from a Samsung service center. There is a risk of fire or personal injury. 4 W W 4 If the camcorder malfunctions, Do not attempt to disassemble, immediately detach the AC adaptor repair, or reform the camcorder or or battery from the camcorder. the AC - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 13
may occur. Do not drop or expose the camcorder, battery, AC adaptor or other accessories to severe vibrations or impact. This may cause a very high. Do not expose the camcorder to insecticide. Insecticide entering the camcorder could fail the product to operate normally. Turn the camcorder off - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 14
the camcorder on a stable surface and a place with ventilation openings Keep important data separately. Samsung is not responsible for data loss. 4 W W 4 Use the mains plug where it can be readily operable. If any problem occurs with the product, the mains plug must be removed to disconnect power - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 15
RECORDING 27 07 You can record videos in H.264 format! 11 What's included with your camcorder 12 Location of controls 14 Identifying the screen displays 16 Using the battery 18 Checking the battery state 21 Turning your camcorder on/off 22 Switching to the power saving mode 23 Setting the operation - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 16
Handling menus and quick menus 50 Menu items 52 Quick menu items 53 Scene 54 Video Resolution 54 Video Quality 55 Photo Resolution 55 Photo Sharpness 56 White Balance 58 Aperture 59 Shutter 59 EV 60 Focus 61 Digital Effect 62 Fader 63 Tele Macro 63 Cont. Shot 64 Wind Cut 64 Digital Zoom 65 - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 17
ADVANCED PLAYBACK 70 SYSTEM SETTING 74 EDITING VIDEO CLIPS 90 EDITING THE PLAYLIST 92 70 Play Option 71 Highlight 72 VIEW 73 Story-Board Print 73 File Info 74 Storage Type (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only) 74 Storage Info (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only) 74 Card Info (HMX-H200/H220 only) 75 Format 76 File No - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 18
DUBBING VIDEOS 107 USING WITH A WINDOWS COMPUTER 108 TROUBLESHOOTING MAINTENANCE & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION SPECIFICATIONS Protection from accidental erasure 97 Deleting files 98 Copying files (HMX-H203/ 128 Maintenance 129 Additional information 130 Using your camcorder abroad 131 Specifications - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 19
: Get ready 1. Insert a memory card. t :PVDBOVTFDPNNFSDJBMMZBWBJMBCMF4%)$ 4% High Capacity) or SD memory cards with this camcorder. t Set the appropriate storage media. page 27 (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only) 2. Attach the battery to the camcorder. page 16 t Align the battery with the indicator - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 20
guide Recording videos with HD (high definition) image quality Your camcorder uses advanced H.264 compression technology give you the clearest video the LCD screen. 2. Press the PHOTO button lightly to adjust the focus, then press it fully your camcorder goes to Quick On STBY mode (power saving mode - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 21
definition) image quality TV. pages 104~105 STEP4: Save recorded videos or photos Simple and fun! Enjoy the various features of Intelli-studio POZPVS8JOEPXTDPNQVUFS Using the Intelli-studio program built into your camcorder, you can import videos/photos into your computer and edit or share the - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 22
options such as Date, Location, etc. 3. You can double-click on the file videos or photos If the storage media is full, you cannot record new videos or photos. Delete videos or photos that you have saved to a computer from the camcorder's storage media. Then you can record new videos - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 23
camcorder comes with the following accessories. If any of these items is missing from your box, call Samsung's Customer Care Center. Model name Internal memory Color Memory card slot LCD screen Lens HMX-H200BN/HMX-H200SN HMX-H200LN/HMX-H200RN HMX-H220BN/HMX-H220SN HMX-H220LN/HMX-H220RN HMX - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 24
the camcorder LOCATION OF CONTROLS Front/Left ⴼ ⴺ ⴾ ⵀ ⵂ ⵄ Ⱝ Lens Ⱟ Lens open/close switch ⰱ Q.MENU button ⰳ Zoom (W/T) button ⰵ Recording start/stop button ⰷ TFT LCD screen (Touch screen) ⰹ Jack cover ( ) ⰻComponent/AV jack ⰽ HDMI jack ⰿ USB jack ⱀ Power ( ) button - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 25
mode (Video/Photo) : Play mode Ⱟ Zoom (W/T) lever ⰱ PHOTO button ⰳ Built-in speaker ⰵ Internal microphone ⰷ Recording start/stop button ⰹ Charging (CHG) indicator ⰻDC IN jack ⰽ Jack cover ⰿ Grip belt ⱀ Battery release switch ⱁ Tripod receptacle ⱂMemory card slot ⱃMemory card cover - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 26
time Storage media (Memory card or internal a 9 memory (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only)) ) ( F3.5 Card Full ! * - 0.3 0 7 Battery info. (remaining battery level) 8 Image counter (total number of recordable ! photo images), Photo Resolution, Video Quality, @ Video Resolution JAN/01/2010 - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 27
$ JAN/01/2010 12:00AM 9 Storage media (Memory card or internal memory (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only)) 7 Battery info. (remaining battery level) # Card Full ! 8 Analog TV Out (when component/AV cable is connected), Video Quality, Video Resolution MENU 9 Date/Time 10 Menu tab @ ! 11 Playback - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 28
use of your camcorder. Attaching the battery Align the battery with the indicator (▲) on the battery compartment, and then push the battery in the direction of the arrow. Detaching the battery Slide the Battery release switch and pull out the battery. t (FOUMZTMJEFUIFBattery release switch in - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 29
procedure, make sure that the battery is attached in your camcorder. 1. Press the Power ( ) button to turn off the camcorder and then close the LCD screen. page 21 2. Open the jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor to the DC IN jack. 3. Connect the AC power adaptor to a wall socket. t 5IF - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 30
(Red blink) Battery level display The battery level display shows the amount of battery power remaining in the battery. Battery level indicator State will soon turn off. - Change the battery as soon as possible. 18 - The device will be forced to turn off after 3 seconds. "Low #BUUFSZw - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 31
XIFOOPUVTJOHJUGPSBMPOHUJNF5IJTXJMM help extend the life of the battery. Available running time for the battery Battery type IA-BP210E Charging time Approx. 180min. Video resolution HD SD Continuous recording time Approx. 120 min. Approx. 130 min. Playback time Approx. 160 min - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 32
the following conditions: - The battery is not attached correctly. - The battery is damaged. - The battery is worn-out. (For the battery information only) Using an AC power source We recommend that you use the AC power adaptor to power the camcorder from a household AC outlet when you set function - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 33
PGG the camcorder. t 4FUUIFEBUFBOEUJNFXIFOVTJOHZPVS camcorder for the first time. page 25 LCD screen Power ( ) camcorder for the first time When you use your camcorder for the first time or reset it, the time zone screen appears for the start-up display. Select your geographical location - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 34
operation mode used. LCD screen is closed HD SD 3/3 ⊃ After 20 minutes t The power saving mode does not work in the following situations: - When the camcorder has a cable connection. (USB, Component/AV, or AC power adaptor, etc.) - While recording, playback, or the - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 35
&BDIUJNFUIFPQFSBUJPONPEF changes, the respective mode indicator lights turn on. t 5PVDIJOHUIF1MBZ ) tab in the videos or photos. To play videos or photos, or edit them. This camcorder provides one record mode which combines the video and photo record modes. You can easily record videos - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 36
camcorder USING THE DISPLAY( ) BUTTON Switching the information display mode You can switch the on-screen information display mode. Press the Display( CVUUPO t 5IFGVMMBOENJOJNVNEJTQMBZNPEFTXJMMBMUFSOBUF STBY 00:00:00 [307Min] 9999 MENU - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 37
Make sure the clock is correctly set, battery is attached. t *GUIFDBNDPSEFSJTOPUVTFEGPSBCPVUXFFLTXJUIPVUDPOOFDUJOHUPUIF"$QPXFSPSBUUBDIJOHUIF battery, the built-in battery fully discharges. If this occurs, charge the built-in battery by connecting the camcorder to the supplied AC - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 38
first time settings SELECTING THE LANGUAGES You can select the language in which the camcorder displays the menu screen or messages. The language setting is retained when the camcorder is powered off. 1. Touch the Menu ( ) Setting ( ) tab. 2. Touch the up ( )/down ( ) tab until "Language" is - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 39
STORAGE MEDIA (HMX-H203/H204/H205 ONLY) You can record videos and photos in the built-in memory or a memory card. Select the desired storage media before starting recording or playback. PRECHECK! t :PVDBOVTF4%PS4%)$DBSETJOZPVSDBNDPSEFS)PXFWFS TPNFDBSETBSFOPU compatible depending on - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 40
UIFPower ( ) button for one second before inserting or ejecting the memory card. t #FDBSFGVMOPUUPQVTIUIFNFNPSZDBSEUPPIBSE5IFNFNPSZDBSENBZTVEEFOMZQPQPVU Your camcorder supports only SD (Secure Digital) and SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) cards. Card compatibility with - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 41
A SUITABLE MEMORY CARD (NOT SUPPLIED) Compatible memory cards t 5IJTDBNDPSEFSDBOCFVTFEXJUI4% (Secure Digital) and SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) cards. We recommend you use an SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) card. SD cards up to 2GB are supported with this camcorder. Normal - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 42
to preserve every bit of the recorded video, the camcorder forcibly stores the video on the memory card and displays a warning: i-PXTQFFEDBSE1MFBTFSFDPSEBUB MPXFSSFTPMVUJPOw If you are unavoidably using a low speed memory card, the resolution and quality of the recording may be lower - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 43
AND CAPACITY Recording time available for video Resolution Quality [HD]1080/60i* [HD]720/60p [SD]480/60p Super Actual formatted capacity may be less as the internal firmware uses a portion of the memory. t "DUVBMSFDPSEJOHUJNFTNBZEJGGFSEFQFOEJOHPOUIFSFDPSEJOHDPOEJUJPOTBOEUIFTVCKFDU - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 44
may be damaged. ADJUSTING THE LCD SCREEN The wide LCD screen on your camcorder offers high quality image viewing. 1. Open the LCD screen with your finger. t 5IFTDSFFOPQFOTVQUP¡ 2. Rotate the LCD screen towards the lens. t :PVDBOSPUBUFJUVQUP¡UPXBSETUIF MFOTBOEVQUP¡CBDLXBSE - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 45
POSITIONING Use both hands while taking a video or photo to prevent the camcorder from shaking. Try to avoid any slight movement while shooting. Adjusting the shooting angle Aim the camcorder as shown in the illustration. 1. Hold the camcorder with your both hands. 2. Put your hand through the - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 46
videos or photos in the same mode without having to change it. PRECHECK! t Insert a memory card. t Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only) page 27 t Open the LCD screen to turn on the camcorder. t Your camcorder turns on automatically when you open the LCD screen. t Set the Lens - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 47
DBVTFECZBGBJMVSFPGOPSNBMSFDPSEJOHPSQMBZCBDL operation because of memory card error. t /PUFUIBUEBNBHFEEBUBDBOOPUCFSFDPWFSFE UFTUUIFSFDPSEJOHGVODUJPOUPTFFJGUIFSFBSF any problems with audio or video recording. t 5IFCSJHIUOFTTPGUIF-$%TDSFFODBOCF light conditions. 35 - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 48
photos without interrupting video recording. PRECHECK! t Insert a memory card. t Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only) page 27 t Open the LCD screen to turn on the camcorder. t Your camcorder turns on automatically when you open the LCD screen. t Set the Lens open/close switch - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 49
take photos and store them in the storage media. Set the desired resolution before recording. page 55 PRECHECK! t Insert a memory card. t Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only) page 27 t Open the LCD screen to turn on the camcorder. t Your camcorder turns on automatically - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 50
etc.). Smart Auto mode is helpful if you are not familiar with the best camcorder settings for various scenes. PRECHECK! Select the record mode by pressing the ). t The camcorder may not select the correct scene depending on shooting conditions, such as camcorder shake, lighting, and distance - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 51
HMX-H203/H204/H205 only) page 27 t Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the play mode. page 23 1. Recorded videos appear in a thumbnail index view. t 5PVDIUIFVQ )/down ( ) tab to move to the previous/next page. 2. Touch the video clip recorded photos. page 46 HD SD 3/3 MENU 00: - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 52
camcorder allows you to record using optical 20x power TUBOEJOH too far away. In this case, use the manual focus function. page 60 t 5IFNJOJNVNQPTTJCMFEJTUBODF ) for telephoto. If you want to shoot the subject close to the lens at a wide angle, use the Tele Macro function. page 63 t - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 53
BVUPNBUJDBMMZTFUT"OUJTIBLF 0*4 UP0O t (SPTTDBNDPSEFSTIBLFNBZOPUCFFOUJSFMZDPSSFDUFEFWFOJG"OUJTIBLFJTTFUUP0O'JSNMZIPME the camcorder with both hands. t 8IFOUIJTGVODUJPOJTTFUUP0O, the actual movement of the subject and the movement displayed on the screen may be - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 54
or shiny clothes and is placed against a bright background. The person's face is too dark to distinguish his/her features. - The subject is outdoors and the background is overcast. - The light sources are too bright. - The subject is in front of a snowy background. STBY 00:00:00 [307Min] 9999 MENU - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 55
PQUJPOTBSFTFMFDUFEEFQFOEJOHPOUIFTUBOECZNPEFUIBUXBTVTFE the last time. However, you can choose the video (HD or SD) or photo thumbnail view display options by touching the HD ( HD ), SD ( SD ), or photo ( ) tab on the LCD screen. Understanding how to change the operation modes You can - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 56
PRECHECK! t Insert a memory card. t Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only) page 27 t Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the play mode. page 23 1. Touch the HD ( HD ) or SD ( SD ) tab. t 7JEFPUIVNCOBJMTDPSSFTQPOEJOHUPUIFTFMFDUFEWJEFP resolution appear on - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 57
x1/4 x1/8 x1/2 ) tab reduces the Frame by frame playback When playback is paused, touch the Reverse frame advance ( ) / Forward frame advance ( ) to make the video go in reverse or forward one frame at a time. To adjust the volume You can hear the recorded sound from the built-in speaker. You - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 58
PRECHECK! t Insert a memory card. t Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only) thumbnails, touch the Return ( ) tab. HD SD 3/3 HD SD MENU 3/3 MENU 100-0014 14/17 - A photo with a file format not supported by this camcorder. (One that does not conform to DCF standards.) - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 59
VIEWING A SLIDE SHOW You can view a photo slide show. PRECHECK! t Insert a memory card. t Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only) page 27 t Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the play mode. page 23 1. Touch the Photo ( ) tab. t - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 60
camcorder has 7 default background melodies stored in the boot-up flash memory. When music is On, starting a slide show starts the play back of the 7 melodies in shuffle mode. t Effect the Return ( ) tab. )/right ( ) to select HD SD 3/3 MENU 100-0014 14/17 MENU X 1.1 48 Photos recorded on other - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 61
QUICK MENUS The instructions below are examples of how to access and use menu items using the Menu Tab and the 2.&/6 Button. When you access and use other menu items, use these examples as guides. PRECHECK! t Open the LCD screen to turn on the camcorder. t Your camcorder turns on automatically - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 62
Resolution Video Quality Photo Resolution Photo Sharpness White Balance Aperture Shutter EV Focus Digital Effect Fader Tele Macro Cont. Shot Wind Cut Digital Zoom Self Timer Time Lapse REC Quick View Guideline Default value Auto [HD]1080/60i Fine 2880x1620 Normal Auto Auto Auto 0 Auto Off Off Off - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 63
Power Off Quick On STBY PC Software USB Connect HDMI TV Out Analog TV Out TV Connect Guide TV Display Default Set Language Demo Anynet+(HDMI-CEC) Default value Internal Memory t Items marked with ** are available only with HMX-H200/H220 models. t 5IFUJNFUZQFNBZDIBOHFEFQFOEJOHPOUIFMBOHVBHF - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 64
recording QUICK MENU ITEMS Your camcorder provides quick menus consisting of the functions used frequently. Pressing the 2.&/6 button lets you change settings directly. Recording menu items Items Storage * SCENE Resolution WB EV Focus Default value Int. Memory Auto 1080/60i, 2880x1620 Auto - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 65
camcorder Video Quality Photo Resolution SCENE Auto Sports 1/2 Portrait Spotlight Submenu items t Auto: Under normal conditions, recording naturally. t Sports ( ): Recording people or objects in motion. t Portrait ( ): Recording skin color naturally. t Spotlight ( ): When strong light - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 66
To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab. SCENE Video Resolution 1/5 Video Quality Photo Resolution Submenu items t J ): Records in the HD (1920x1080/60i) format. t Q ): Records in the HD (1280x720/60p) format. t Q ): Records in the SD (720x480/60p) format - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 67
Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab. SCENE Video Resolution 1/5 Video Quality Photo Resolution Submenu items t Y 3FDPSETJOUIFYSFTPMVUJPO t resolution you select. t 1IPUPTUIBUBSFSFDPSEFEPOZPVSDBNDPSEFSNBZOPUQMBZCBDLQSPQFSMZPOPUIFSEJHJUBMEFWJDFT that do not support - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 68
the light illuminating the subject you are shooting (Daylight, Fluorescent, etc.). Based on your selection, the camcorder automatically lights. t Tungsten ( ): For recording under halogen lamps and incandescent lights. t Custom WB ( ): You can manually adjust the white balance to match the light - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 69
To set the white balance manually 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab "White Balance" "$VTUPN8#" t 5IFi ) Set White Balance" indicator is displayed. 2. Fill the screen with a white object, and touch the ( ) tab. t 5IF - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 70
The camcorder adjusts the aperture automatically depending on the subject and recording conditions. You can also manually adjust the F8, F11, F16 Aperture Auto Manual 1/1 Understanding Aperture You can adjust the aperture value to control the amount of light reaching the image sensor. You - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 71
t Auto: The camcorder automatically sets the appropriate shutter speed value. t Manual ( 1/XX): Using the EV function, you can manually adjust the video and photo image brightness. PRECHECK! Value) Exposure value is the total amount of light allowed to fall on the photographic medium (Image - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 72
feature, as it enables you to concentrate on the creative side of your recording. t Manual ( ): You may need to focus manually under . EV Focus 3/5 Digital Effect Fader Focus Auto Manual 1/1 Touch Point Focusing manually during recording This camcorder automatically focuses a subject from - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 73
focus by touching the manual focusing tabs. t 8IFOUIF5PVDI1PJOUGVODUJPOJTFOBCMFE ZPVDBOUPVDIUIF"' ) tab on the LCD screen to set the "Focus" to ""VUP" t 5PEJTBCMFUIF5PVDI1PJOUGVODUJPO TFUiFocus" to ""VUP" Digital Effect Using the Digital Effect function gives your recording - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 74
be function accordingly. EV Focus 3/5 Digital Effect Fader Fader 1/1 Off In Out In-Out Recording a video with Fade effect Fade in Press the Recording start/stop button stops as the image and sound are faded out. The camcorder automatically turns the Fader function off after it has been used once. - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 75
up images which are created by focusing on a small portion of a large object at a wide angle. The effective focal distance in the Tele Macro mode is between 1 to 50 cm. (0.4 to 19.7 inches) PRECHECK! displayed. t 8IFOi$POU4IPU" is set to "On," the photo resolution is fixed at 1920 x 1080. - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 76
sound using the built- in microphone. Using the Wind Cut function also removes some low frequency sound with the wind noise. Wind Cut Off On 1/1 Digital Zoom The zoom modes. As a result, the image resolution may the digital zooming zone. The zooming zone appears when you move the zoom lever - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 77
is enabled, there is a time delay between the time you press the Record start/Stop or PHOTO button and the time the camcorder takes the picture or records the video. You can use this function when you want to take a shot of many people including yourself. PRECHECK! Select the record mode by - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 78
Lapse REC Using the Time Lapse feature, you can program your camcorder to create a time lapse video by recording a series of frames over a set period of time with a set time interval between each frame. The Time Lapse feature lets you create time lapse videos of blooming flowers and similar subjects - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 79
the total recording time to produce a time-lapse video. Time for recording on the storage media (a video clip of Time Lapse REC) Time Lapse Recording is normal operation; do not remove the power source or memory card from the camcorder. t 8FSFDPNNFOEVTJOHUIF"$QPXFSBEBQUPSGPSBtime lapse - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 80
the screen as soon as you finish the recording. Touch the Quick View icon to view the most recent video or photo you have recorded. After the Quick View is completed, your camcorder switches back to the standby mode. Quick View Off On 1/1 Tip If you touch the delete ( ) tab during Quick - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 81
Guideline Guideline displays straight line patterns on the LCD screen that can help you set the image composition when recording images. The camcorder provides 3 types of guidelines. PRECHECK! Select the record mode by pressing the MODE button. page 23 1. Touch the Menu ( ) tab "(VJEFMJOF" 2. - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 82
fic playback option according to your preference. PRECHECK! Touch the Play ( ) HD ( HD ) or SD ( SD ) tab on the LCD screen. page 43 Playlist Delete Submenu items t Play All ( ): Plays video clips in succession starting from the selected video to the last one, then returns to the thumbnail index - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 83
The Highlight function plays a portion of the recorded video or videos at random. PRECHECK! Touch the Play ( ) HD ( HD ) or SD ( SD ) tab on the for a video Time recorded Less than 5 sec. 5 to 30 sec. 30 sec. to 5 min. 5 min. to 10 min. Over 10 min. Highlight playback time Full playback Plays - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 84
advanced playback VIEW This function provides a preview of a storyboard to be printed, giving you a digest of a recorded video so you don't need to review the entire video. PRECHECK! Touch the Play ( ) HD ( HD ) or SD ( SD ) tab on the LCD screen. page 43 1. Press the VIEW button. 2. Touch the - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 85
save into the storage media. It presents a quick overview of your video, helping you to understand the whole narrative of the video. PRECHECK! Touch the Play ( ) HD ( HD ) or SD ( SD ) tab on the LCD screen. page Date : JAN.01.2010 Duration : 00:00:05 Size : 9.56MB Resolution : HD 1080 60i F 73 - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 86
! Insert the memory card in the camcorder before viewing the storage information. 1. Touch the Menu ( ) Setting ( ) tab "Card Info." t 6TFENFNPSZTQBDF BWBJMBCMFNFNPSZTQBDF BOESFDPSEBCMF Card time appears. Available space and recordable time depend on the video resolution you've selected - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 87
use the provided AC power adapter, as the storage media may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during formatting. t *GUIFTUPSBHFNFEJBCFDPNFTDPSSVQUFE GPSNBUJUBHBJO t %POPUGPSNBUUIFTUPSBHFNFEJBPOB1$PSPUIFSEFWJDF Make sure to format the storage media on this camcorder - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 88
or deleting all files or inserting a new memory card. Card Info Format 1/ 6 File No. . Time Zone You can easily set the clock to the local time when using your camcorder while traveling. 1. Touch the Menu ( clock will be adjusted in accordance with the time difference between the two locations - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 89
Cities used to set the time zone Cities London, Lisbon Rome, Paris, Berlin, Stockholm, Madrid, Frankfurt Athens, Helsinki, Cairo, Ankara Moskva, Riyadh Teheran Abu Dhabi, Muscat Kabul Tashkent, Karachi Calcutta, New Delhi Kathmandu Almaty, Dacca Yangon Bangkok Hong Kong, Beijing, Taipei, Singapore, - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 90
00:00:00 [307Min] 9999 t 5IFEBUFUJNFXJMMSFBEiJAN/01/2010 12:00 AM" in the following case: - When the built-in rechargeable battery is depleted. 78 t 5IJTGVODUJPOEFQFOETPOiDate Type" and "Time Type" setting. JAN/01/2010 12:00AM MENU - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 91
to compensate for ambient lighting conditions. 1. Touch camcorder is idle for more than 2 minutes in the STBY mode, or for more than 5 minutes when recording a video, the power camcorder to return LCD brightness to normal. t "VUP-$%0GGXJMMCFEJTBCMFEJOUIFGPMMPXJOHDBTFT - If the AC power - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 92
On : You will hear a beep sound when operating buttons or tabs such as the Power ( ) button or recording start/stop button. LCD Brightness Auto LCD Off 3/ 6 Beep press the PHOTO button during video recording. 80 - When the camcorder has a cable connection (component/AV cable, HDMI cable, etc.). - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 93
the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab. Auto Power Off Quick On STBY 4/ 6 PC Software USB Connect Submenu items t Off : Disable the function. t 5 Min : The camcorder turns off if idle for 5 minutes without an operation. Auto Power Off Off 5 Min 1/1 t "VUP1PXFS0GGEPFTOPUXPSLJO - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 94
STBY mode shortly, and then the camcorder turns off after 20 minutes. Auto Power Off Quick On STBY 4/ 6 conditions to reduce energy consumption effectively. t 5IFNPEFJOEJDBUPSLFFQT video cable (HDMI, Component/AV) or the USB cable is connected to the camcorder. - When you operate the buttons - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 95
the stored video and photo images on the camcorder to your PC's hard disk. You can also edit the videos and photos using the PC software. 1. Touch the Menu ( ) Setting ( ) tab "1$4PGUXBSF" 2. Touch the desired submenu item. 3. To exit the menu, touch the Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab. Auto Power - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 96
function you want to use. Auto Power Off Quick On STBY 4/ 6 PC Software USB Connect USB Connect Mass Storage PictBridge 1/1 HDMI TV Out You can set the HDMI video output to match the TV you have connected. PRECHECK! Using the HDMI cable (not supplied), connect the camcorder to your TV. page 102 - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 97
AV cable, you must select the right camcorder output setting for the TV you have Analog TV Out 5/ 6 TV Connect Guide TV Display Submenu items t $PNQPOFOUJ supports interlaced SD (Standard Definition) resolution through its component (Y/PB/PR and Audio) jacks. t $PNQPTJUF ): The composite video - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 98
Exit ( ) or Return ( ) tab. HDMI TV Out Analog TV Out 5/ 6 TV Connect Guide TV Display TV Connect Guide HDMI Component 1/1 Composite Camcorder HDTV COMPONENT IN AUDIO IN Y PB PR L R TV Connect Guide Component Camcorder TV Y PB PR L R Audio Component Signal flow Component/AV cable - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 99
the On Screen Display (OSD) that appears on the TV screen when you connect your camcorder to a TV. 1. Touch the Menu ( ) Setting ( ) tab "57% ( ) or Return ( ) tab. HDMI TV Out Analog TV Out 5/ 6 TV Connect Guide TV Display Submenu items t Off : The OSD (On Screen Display) menus are only shown - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 100
Demo mode automatically shows you the major functions that are included with your camcorder so that you may use them more easily. 1. Touch the Menu If "Auto Power Off" is set to "5 Min"and your are using the battery as the main power, the Auto Power Off function will turn the camcorder off before - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 101
Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) This camcorder supports Anynet+. Anynet+ is an AV network system that lets you control all connected Samsung AV devices with an Anynet+ supported Samsung TV remote control. 1. Touch the Menu ( ) Setting ( ) tab ""OZOFU )%.*$&$ " 2. Touch the desired submenu item. 3. To exit - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 102
editing video clips DIVIDING A VIDEO You can divide a video into two, and easily delete a section you no longer need. As this function edits the original file, make sure to back up important recordings separately. PRECHECK! t Insert a memory card. t Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-H203/ - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 103
mMFTBSFDPNCJOFEJOUIFDIPTFOPSEFSBOE stored as one video. 3/3 t 5IFUIVNCOBJMPGUIFmSTUWJEFPXJMMBQQFBSBTUIFUIVNCOBJMPG OK the combined video. Do not eject a memory card or power off while editing a video recorded on the memory card. Doing so may damage the storage media - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 104
create a playlist by selecting your favorite scenes, leaving the original recording as it is. Recorded videos JAN.15.2010 Video clip 1 Video clip 2 Video clip 3 )% 4% MENU Video clip 4 JAN.30.2010 Video clip 5 Video clip 6 Video clip 7 10:00 10:30 11:30 14:00 16:10 18:20 20:00 - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 105
UIFQMBZMJTUJOUIFTBNFNBOOFSBTZPVQMBZB video. Play Option Highlight 1/ 2 Playlist Delete Playlist HD SD 1/1 Add Arrange 1/1 Delete Add 3/3 OK While editing the playlist, do not eject the memory card or power off the camcorder. Doing so may damage the storage media or data. t *GBWBJMBCMF - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 106
You can change the order of videos on the playlist. PRECHECK! t Insert a memory card. t Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only) page Playlist HD SD 1/1 Add Arrange 1/1 Delete Arrange 3/3 OK While editing the playlist, do not eject the memory card or power off the camcorder. - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 107
":FT" t 5IFTFMFDUFEWJEFPTBSFEFMFUFEGSPNUIFQMBZMJTU Play Option Highlight 1/ 2 Playlist Delete Playlist HD SD 1/1 Add Arrange 1/1 Delete Delete 3/3 OK While editing the playlist, do not eject the memory card or power off the camcorder. Doing so may damage the storage media or data. 95 - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 108
You can protect important recordings from accidental erasure. The protected videos and photos can not be deleted unless you format the memory card or cancel the protection. PRECHECK! t Insert a memory card. t Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only) page 27 t Touch the Play - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 109
t Insert a memory card. t Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only) page 27 t Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the play mode. page 23 1. Touch the HD ( HD ), SD ( SFDPNNFOEZPVVTFUIF AC adapter to ensure the camera has power continuous power when deleting. 97 - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 110
file management COPYING FILES (HMX-H203/H204/H205 ONLY) Videos and photos stored in the internal memory can be copied to the external flash memory card. Copying to the memory card does not delete the originals in the internal memory. PRECHECK! t Insert the memory card in your camcorder. t Touch the - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 111
card to print and set the number of copies to be printed. Your camcorder uses this saved information when you connect it to a DPOF compatible printer to print the pictures. PRECHECK! t Insert a memory card in your camcorder. t Touch the Play ( ) tab on the LCD screen to select the play mode. page - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 112
the photos to be print, then touch the Print ( ) tab. t 5IFTFMFDUFEQIPUPJTQSJOUFE Camcorder Auto Power Off Quick On STBY 4/ 6 PC Software USB Connect USB Connect Mass Storage PictBridge 1/1 Printer (Compatible with PictBridge) 100-0014 01 14/17 MENU To set the number of prints Touch the - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 113
"Date/Time" menu cannot be setup if the printer does not support this option. t 1JDU#SJEHFJTBSFHJTUFSFEUSBEFNBSLPG$*1" $BNFSB* BEBQUPSUPQPXFSZPVSDBNDPSEFSEVSJOH1JDU#SJEHFEJSFDUQSJOUJOH5VSOJOHUIF camcorder off during printing might damage data on the storage media. t 7JEFP - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 114
set supports the J" resolution. This HD camcorder supports HDMI and component output. Both can deliver high-definition video. PRECHECK! t Select the HDMI or the component jacks on your TV. For more information about the connectors and the connection methods, refer to the TV's user manual. t This HD - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 115
playback in HD quality while the videos recorded in SD quality (resolution of "Q") playback in the SD quality. t 5IJTDBNDPSEFSDPNFTXJUIUIFiTV Connect Guide" menu which contains TV connection information. If you try to connect the camcorder to a TV (without using the user manual), use - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 116
composite output for standard definition video transfer. PRECHECK! t Check your TV connection jacks and select the connection method your TV supports. For more information about connection jacks and connection methods, refer to the TV user manual. t This HD camcorder provides a two-in-one component - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 117
component/AV cable to the camcorder and the Video and L-R (Audio) on TV. Use the blue plug with the yellow label to connect to the Video input on your TV. UIF57DPOOFDUJPOKBDLTBOEUIFDPOOFDUJOHNFUIPET SFGFSUPUIF57 user manual. t 0OTPNF57TUIF:DPNQPOFOUJOQVUKBDLBMTPTFSWFTBTUIF - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 118
WFTFUiAnalog TV Out" correctly. t *GUIF*OQVUTPVSDFMJTUJTDPSSFDUMZTFUUPWJFXUIF playback from the camcorder. 2. Select the playback mode on your camcorder and start to playback videos. page 44 t "EKVTUUIFWPMVNFUPBNPEFSBUFMFWFM*GUIFWPMVNFJTUPPIJHI UIFWJEFPJOGPSNBUJPONBZ - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 119
recording devices, such as VCRs or DVD/HDD recorders. Be sure to connect your camcorder to the wall outlet using the supplied AC power adaptor for this function. PRECHECK! Dubbing transfers analog video data through a component or composite connection. You must use the supplied component/AV cable - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 120
using with a Windows computer CHECKING YOUR COMPUTER TYPE This chapter explains how to connect the camcorder to a computer using the supplied USB cable and how to upload, view, and edit videos and pictures using the built-in Intelli-studio software. Check the type of computer you have before - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 121
Intelli-studio editing software built into your camcorder. Main functions t *OUFMMJTUVEJPFEJUJOHTPGUXBSFNBJOGVODUJPOT - Playing back recorded videos or photos. page 112 - Editing recorded videos or photos. page 112 - Uploading the recorded videos and photos to YouTube, Flickr, Facebook, etc - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 122
studio PROGRAM Using the Intelli-studio program built into your camcorder, you can transfer video and photo files to your PC using a simple and "1$4PGUXBSF0O" t 5IFTFBSFUIFEFGBVMUNFOVTFUUJOHT 2. Connect the camcorder to the PC with the USB cable. t "OFXmMFTBWJOHTDSFFOBQQFBSTXJUI - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 123
. 11. Displays videos and photos in various ways. t 5IVNCOBJMT%JTQMBZTWJEFPBOEQIPUP thumbnails t (MPCBM.BQ%JTQMBZTUIFMPDBUJPOPG shooting place with a map. 12. Minimizes the connected device screen. Intelli-studio is a program commonly used in Samsung camcorders or digital cameras - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 124
DPOUSPMT appear. The following file formats are supported in Intelli-studio: - Video formats: MP4 (Video: H.264, Audio: AAC), WMV (WMV 7/8/9) With Intelli-studio, you can edit the videos or photos in various ways. (Change Size, Fine-Tuning, Image Effect, Insert Frame, etc.) t 5PFEJUBmMF - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 125
depending on your web access environment. For more information about Intelli-studio use, see the Help Guide by clicking ")FMQ" Flickr is an image and video hosting website, web services suite, and online community platform. In addition to being a popular website for users to share personal - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 126
using with a Windows computer Installing Intelli-studio application on a Windows computer t When the Intelli-studio application is installed on a Windows computer, it will run faster. Also, the application can be updated automatically. t Follow these directions to install Intelli-studio onto your - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 127
USING AS A REMOVABLE STORAGE DEVICE You can copy video or photo files recorded by the camcorder to a Windows computer by connecting the USB cable to the camcorder. Viewing the contents of storage media 1. Set i64#$POOFDUw to i.BTT4UPSBHFw. page 84 2. Set i1$4PGUXBSFw toi0GGw. page 83 3. Select - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 128
maximum number of the folders is 999. t The camcorder can create a maximum of 9,999 files in any storage media. File format Video files t Video files are compressed in H.264 format. The file extension is ".MP4." t Refer to page 54 for the video resolution. Photo files t Photo images are compressed in - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 129
CBUUFSZPS connect the AC power adaptor. t $IFDLXIFUIFSUIFCBUUFSZJTBVUIFOUJD Change to an authentic battery. t 8FSFDPNNFOEFEZPVVTFPOMZ genuine Samsung batteries in this camcorder. Storage media Message Icon *OGPSNTUIBU Action Internal Memory Full There is not enough space - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 130
Message Card Error Not Formatted Not Supported Format Not Supported Card Low speed card. Please record at a lower resolution. Icon - *OGPSNTUIBU Action The memory card has some problem and can not be t $IBOHFNFNPSZDBSEXJUIBOPUIFSPOF recognized. The memory card is not formatted - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 131
different videos into one. t :PVDBOPOMZDPNCJOFEJGGFSFOUWJEFPT into one. Select 2 files only. Cannot select different resolution The files you want to - combine have different resolutions. t :PVDBOOPUDPNCJOFUIFmMFTUIBUIBWF different resolutions. Read Error Some problems occurred - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 132
difference from the previous location. The dew condenses on the external or internal parts of the camcorder, and on the reflection lens. If there is dew on or in your camcorder, it may cause the camcorder to malfunction or damage the camcorder when you turn the power on. t &YBDUMZXIFOEPFT - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 133
AND SOLUTIONS If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service center. Power Symptom Explanation/Solution The camcorder does not turn on. t 5IFCBUUFSZNBZOPUCFJOTUBMMFEJOZPVSDBNDPSEFS*OTFSUUIF battery to the camcorder. t 5IFJOTFSUFE - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 134
troubleshooting Recording t 5IFFTUJNBUFESFDPSEJOHUJNFNBZWBSZEFQFOEJOHPODPOUFOUBOE features used. t 8IFOZPVSFDPSEBOPCKFDUUIBUNPWFTGBTU UIF recording the videos and the corresponding message appears on the LCD screen. When recording a subject illuminated by bright light, a - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 135
and the actual point where the recorded video starts/stops. This is not an error POBDPNQVUFS GPSNBUJUBHBJO directly on your camcorder. page 75 t 3FMFBTFUIFMPDLPOUIFXSJUF SD memory card), if any. page 29 t 5IFNFNPSZDBSEJTOPUTVQQPSUFEPOZPVSDBNDPSEFSPSUIFDBSE has some problems. - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 136
manually. page 60 t 5IFMFOTJTEVTUZPOUIFTVSGBDF$MFBSUIFMFOTBOEDIFDLUIF focus. t 3FDPSEJOHJTCFJOHNBEFJOBEBSLMPDBUJPO Use a light NBZOPUCFQMBZFEPO your camcorder. t $IFDLUIFUIFNFNPSZDBSEDPNQBUJCJMJUZ page 29 Photo images stored on a storage media are not displayed - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 137
BVEJPPGUIFDPNQPOFOU"7DBCMFUPZPVSDBNDPSEFS or connected device (TV, HD recorder, etc.). (Red color- right, White color- left) t 5IF XIFOUIF camcorder is connected with TV in the record mode. The audio output signal is supported only if the camcorder is connected in the video playback mode. - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 138
*OUFMMJTUVEJP in the computer. pages 83, 114 Your computer is not playing videos, images, or sound located on your camcorder properly. t 7JEFPQMBZCBDLPSTPVOENBZTUPQUFNQPSBSJMZEFQFOEJOHPOZPVS computer. The video or sound copied to your computer is not affected. t *GZPVSDBNDPSEFSJT - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 139
Resolution," "Photo Sharpness," "Fader," "$POU4IPU," "Digital Zoom," "Self Timer," "Time Lapse REC." t 5IFGPMMPXJOHGVODUJPOTBSFBVUPNBUJDBMMZTFUUP0GGPS"VUPNPEFJOUIF4NBSU"VUPNPEF " SCENE", "Shutter", "Digital Effect", "Tele Macro", etc. t In the Smart Auto mode, your camcorder - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 140
PGUIFDBNDPSEFS UVSOPGGUIFDBNDPSEFS - Remove the battery and AC power adaptor. pages 16, 20 - Remove the memory card. page 28 Cautions when storing t Do not leave the camcorder in a place where the temperature is very high for a long period of time: The temperature inside a closed - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 141
storage media with water. - Do not use, place or store the storage media in locations that are exposed to a strong static electricity or electrical noise. - Do not turn off the camcorder power or remove the battery or AC power adaptor during recording, playback, or when accessing the storage media - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 142
your camcorder in any country or region using the supplied AC power adaptor if that country or region provides 100 V to 240 V, 50 or 60 Hz electrical current. Use a commercially available AC plug adaptor, if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet. Viewing videos recorded with HD (high - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 143
media External dimensions (WxHxD) Weight Internal MIC DC 5 V, Lithium Ion battery pack 3.7 V Lithium Ion battery pack, Power supply (100 V ~ 240 V) 50/60 Hz 3.2W (LCD on) 0 Internal memory (SSD) (HMX-H203/H204/H205 only), Memory card (SD/SDHC) (optional) Approx. 58.5 mm (2.3 inches) x 59.3 mm - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 144
replace the product at it's option. All warranty repairs must be performed by a SEA authorized service center. The name and address of the location nearest you can be obtained by calling toll free: 1-800 SAMSUNG adjustments which are explained in the instruction manual are not covered under the terms - Samsung HMX-H204BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 145
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