Samsung SMX-F50BN User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English)
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of the camcorder and other accessories are subject to change without any notice. • In this user manual's function description tables, the icon shown in the on-screen display column will appear on the screen when you set the corresponding function. • Ex) TV Super Fine - "Video Resolution" Submenu - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 3
this camcorder • This camcorder records video in H.264 (MPEG4 part10/AVC) format and in Standard Definition Video (SD-VIDEO). • You can play back and edit the video recorded by the camcorder on a personal computer using the internal software of this camcorder. • Please note that this camcorder is - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 4
registered trademarks mentioned in this manual or other documentation provided with your Samsung product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. • The SD logo is a trademark. TM" and "®" are not mentioned in each case in this manual. iv Before reading this user manual - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 5
USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. This symbol indicates that there are important operating and maintenance instructions 11. Only use attachment/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 6
CAMCORDER is intended to be operated from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. 18. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION: This CAMCORDER mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire and supporting structure, grounding of the mast and supporting structure, - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 7
service or repairs to this CAMCORDER, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the CAMCORDER 800-Samsung ( instructions Problems." This Booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402, Stock No. 004-000-00345-4. FCC Warning The user - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 8
are to prevent personal injury or material damages. Heed all instructions carefully. WARNING Means that there is a potential risk of heat or fire. 4 W W 4 Using the camcorder at temperatures over 60℃ (140 ℉ ) may result in fire. Keeping the battery at a high temperature may cause an explosion. 4 - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 9
or smell, or smokes, unplug the 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, immediately detach the AC adaptor or battery from the camcorder. There is a risk of fire or injury. Do not - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 10
display unevenness may occur. v 4 W W 4 Do not drop or expose the camcorder, battery, AC adaptor or other accessories to severe vibrations or impact. This may cause a malfunction or injury. Do not use the camcorder on a tripod (not supplied) in a place where it is subject to severe vibrations or - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 11
button on the product does not completely. Other manufacturers of optional accessories compatible with this camcorder are responsible for their own products. Use the optional accessories according to the safety instructions. Samsung is not responsible for any malfunction, risk of fire, electric - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 12
Contents Quick start guide 05 You can record videos in H.264 format 05 Getting to know the camcorder 09 What's included with your camcorder 09 Location of controls 10 Identifying the screen displays 12 Attaching the strap 17 Adjusting the LCD screen 17 Using the battery 18 Charging the - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 13
Zoom Type 62 Time Lapse REC 63 Guideline 65 Playback options 66 Menu items 66 Multi View Option 67 Play Option 68 Smart BGM Option 68 Delete 69 Protect 70 Story-Board Print 71 Using VIEW 72 Copy (SMX 78 Storage Type (SMX-F53/F54 only Auto Power Off 89 PC Software 89 TV Display 90 - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 14
you can do with a Windows computer 96 Using the intelli-studio program 97 Using as a removable storage device 101 Troubleshooting 103 Troubleshooting 103 Maintenance & additional information 112 Maintenance 112 Using your camcorder abroad 113 Glossary 114 Specifications 115 Contents - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 15
) or SD memory cards with this camcorder. • Set the appropriate storage media. page 30 (SMX-F53/F54 only) CARD CARD 2 Charge the battery fully. • The battery is fully charged when the CHG (charging) indicator turns green. Page 20 STEP 2: Record with your camcorder Zoom lever Recording - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 16
guide Recording videos Your camcorder uses advanced H.264 compression technology to give you the clearest video quality. 1. Open the LCD screen and press the Power ( ) button to turn on the camcorder 00 [475Min] • You can record videos in SD (standard definition) quality. The default setting - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 17
index view screen. • You can easily switch between video and photo thumbnail view using the zoom lever. 3. Use the Control (Up/Down/Left/Right) button to select a desired video or photo, and then press the Control (OK) button. Quick start guide Normal View 0:00:55 1/10 Photo Move Play - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 18
a Windows computer (if you have set "PC Software: On"). page 89 Contents Manager Saved files into your PC Folders directory on your PC STEP 5: Delete videos or photos If the camcorder's storage media is full, you cannot record new videos or photos. Delete videos or photos you have saved to your - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 19
of accessories such as the AC adaptor or the batteries. • You can purchase additional batteries(IA-BP210E/IA-BP420E) from Samsung authorized service center. • A memory card is not included. See page 32 for memory cards compatible with your camcorder. • Your camcorder includes a user manual CD - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 20
LOCATION OF CONTROLS Front & Left 1 8 9 10 11 12 13 2 3 4 10 5 6 CARD ⓐ Getting to know the camcorder 1 Lens 2 MENU button 3 Control (Up/Down/Left/Right/OK) button, Zoom (T/W) button 4 Recording start/stop button 5 LCD screen 6 Memory card/Jack cover ⓐ USB jack ( ) ⓑ Memory card - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 21
Right Top & Bottom Getting to know the camcorder Rear 1 2 8 1 6 2 5 3 3 4 7 1 Zoom lever (T/W) 2 PHOTO button 3 Strap 4 Strap hook 1 Mode indicator : Record mode (Video/Photo) : Play mode 2 Recording start/stop button 3 Battery slot 5 Lens cover open ( )/close ( ) switch 6 Internal - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 22
Zoom / IntelliZoom / Digital Zoom) Digital Effect Time Zone JAN/01/2011 12:00 AM Date/Time Display Right of the LCD screen Indicator / 1.6M / Meaning Storage media (Memory card or built-in memory (SMX-F53/F54 only) Battery info. (Remaining battery level) Photo Resolution / Video Resolution - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 23
Getting to know the camcorder STBY 0:00:00 [475Min] 5 SCENE 9999 1.6M 4 3 2 1 Video and Photo record mode : Shortcut menu (OK Guide) 1 Quick View 2 Focus* (Auto Focus/Face Detection / Manual Focus) 3 Shortcut menu (OK Guide) / Return 4 EV (Exposure Value)* 5 iSCENE STBY 0:00:00 - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 24
0:00:00/0:00:55 Time code (Elapsed time / Recorded time) 4 Storage media (Memory card or built-in memory (SMX-F53/F54 only) 5 Battery info (Remaining battery level) 6 Video Resolution 7 Protection 8 LCD Enhancer 9 100-0001 File Name (File number) 10 JAN/01/2011 12:00 AM Date/Time Display - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 25
SCENE Getting to know the camcorder 0:00:00/0:00:55 5 4 3 Multi View 100-0001 2 1 Video Play mode : Shortcut menu (OK Guide) 1 Forward playback search page 42 (Skip/Search/Slow motion/Frame-by-frame) 2 Volume Down 3 Play () / Pause ( ❙ ❙ ) 4 Reverse playback search page 42 (Skip/ - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 26
Current image / total number of recorded images) Storage media (Memory card or built-in memory (SMX-F53/F54 only) 5 Battery info (Remaining battery level) 6 1.6M 7 Photo Resolution Protection 8 LCD Enhancer 9 100-0001 File Name (File number) 10 OK Guide (Next image) 11 Shortcut menu (OK - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 27
Excessive rotation may damage the connective hinge between the screen and the camcorder. • When the LCD screen is rotated by 180°, the left to the page 85. • Samsung's super fine LCD technology activates about 99.99% pixels on the LCD screen. Although one or two black dots or bright dots (red, - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 28
. • Use only Samsung-approved batteries. Do not use batteries from other manufacturers. Otherwise, there is a danger of overheating, fire or explosion. • Samsung is not responsible for problems caused by unapproved batteries. • Remove the battery from the camcorder when the camcorder is not in use - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 29
and AC adaptor. 1. Press the Power ( ) button to turn off the camcorder. page 23 2. Insert the battery into the camcorder. page 18 3. Open the connector cover of the unit. 4. Charge the battery using the AC power adaptor or USB cable. • The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and charging starts. When - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 30
The color of the CHG lamp indicates the power or charging state. Getting to know the camcorder Battery level display The battery level display shows the amount of battery power remaining in the battery. STBY 0:00:00 [475Min] 9999 1.6M CARD Charging (CHG) lamp The color of the charging indicator - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 31
camcorder Available charging and running time for the battery Battery Type IA-BP105R IA-BP210R (SMX-F50/F500/F530) (SMX-F53/54) Charging time Using the AC power adaptor Using the USB cable approx. 110 min. approx. 240 min. approx. 190 min. approx. 350 min. Video Resolution SD Continuous - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 32
between charges becomes significant, it is probably time to replace the battery with a new one. - Each battery's life is affected by storage, and operating and environmental conditions. • Make sure to turn off the camcorder before disconnecting the AC power adaptor. Otherwise, you can damage the - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 33
time, the following functions enable you to prevent unnecessary energy consumption. Auto Power Off Function • To save battery power, you can set the "Auto Power Off" function, which turns off the camcorder if there is no operation for 5 minutes. • To disable this option, change the "Auto Power Off - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 34
MODE indicator Mode Record mode Play mode Icon / Functions To record videos or photos. To play videos or photos, or edit them. This camcorder provides one record mode for both video and photo recordings. You can easily record videos or photos in the same mode without having to switch modes. 24 - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 35
resume recording, and the recorded file exceeds 1.8GB, the camcorder will automatically record to a new file. • If you connect your camcorder to a PC using a USB cable when recording is paused, the camcorder will connect to the PC after it saves the video it has recorded up to the pause. • If you - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 36
Basic operation of the camcorder SHORTCUT MENU (OK guide) The Shortcut menu (OK guide) displays the most frequently accessed functions for a the selected mode. An example: Setting EV (Exposure Value) in the Record mode using the Shortcut menu (OK guide). 1. Press the OK button in STBY mode. • The - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 37
operation of the camcorder SCENE SCENE SHORTCUT FUNCTION USING THE CONTROL BUTTONS Button Record ( / ) mode SCENE Video Play ( Play ( ) mode ) mode Photo Play ( Menu ) mode selection OK - Access the shortcut menu - Confirm selection - Shortcut menu (OK guide) is displayed - Exit - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 38
the date and time are automatically recorded on a special data area of the storage media. Basic operation of the camcorder Built-in rechargeable battery • Your camcorder includes a built-in rechargeable battery that retains the date and time settings even after the power is turned off. • Once this - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 39
that appears on the LCD screen. The language setting is retained when the camcorder is powered off. 1. Press the MENU button Control (Left/Right) changed without prior notice. • The selected language is retained even without the battery or the AC power adaptor. • The date and time format may - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 40
card inserted, only the built-in memory will be available. (SMX-F53/F54 only) • Do not eject a memory card while it is being used in the camcorder. The memory card and its data may be damaged. • Do not remove the power (battery or AC power adaptor) when using storage media to recording, playback - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 41
memory card slot and close the cover. • To avoid data loss, turn off the camcorder by pressing the Power ( ) button for one second before inserting or ejecting the memory suddenly pop out. Your camcorder supports only SD (Secure Digital) and SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) cards. Compatibility - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 42
High Capacity) card. This camcorder supports SD cards up to 2GB. We cannot guarantee normal operation with SD cards bigger than 2GB. • MMC (Multi Media Card) and MMC Plus are not supported. • Compatible memory card capacity: SD: 1GB ~ 2GB SDHC: 4GB ~ 32GB • For video recording, use a memory card - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 43
camcorder. Note that formatting erases all information on the memory card. • A memory card has a certain life it. About the storage media The camcorder supports SD and SDHC memory cards, giving you a higher the video resolution and quality, the more memory the camcorder uses. • Samsung is not - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 44
and resolution, the more memory is used. • Recording at a lower resolution and videos and photos in one memory card. • Video (or photo) images recorded by other equipment are not playable on this camcorder. • Features in the tables above marked with * are available in the 8GB SMX-F53 and16GB SMX - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 45
internal stereo microphone on the top-front of the camcorder. Take care that this microphone is not blocked. • Before recording an important video, make sure to test the recording function to check if there is any problem with the audio or video recording. • Do not operate the Power ( ) button or - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 46
resolution before recording. page 48 • Open the LCD screen and press the Power ( ) button on the camcorder. • Set the appropriate storage media. page 30 (SMX- media or data. • This camcorder provides one combined video and photo record mode. You can easily record videos or photos in the same - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 47
've recorded. • Shortcut menu (OK guide) appears on the LCD screen. STBY 0:00:00 [475Min] 9999 1.6M SCENE Auto Exposure 2. Press the Control (Right) button to view the most recent video (or photo) you have recorded. • After the Quick view is finished, your camcorder switches back to the STBY mode - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 48
RECORDING WITH EASE FOR BEGINNERS (SMART AUTO) Basic recording User-friendly SMART AUTO optimizes your camcorder to the recording conditions automatically, providing beginners with the best performance. Select the Record ( / ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 24 1. Press the SMART - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 49
image quality, but the image quality may suffer when you use digital zoom. • Fast zooming or zooming in a subject that is a good distance away may cause the camcorder to focus slowly. If this occurs, use "Manual Focus." page 56 • We recommend you use Anti-Shake (HDIS) for handheld recording - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 50
forwarding and rewinding. • This camcorder provides one combined video and photo record mode. You can easily record videos or photos in the same mode . How to change between video and photo thumbnail view You can easily switch between video and photo thumbnail view using the zoom lever. STBY 0:00:00 - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 51
's size and video resolution. • Video files may not play back on the camcorder in the following cases: - The video files have been edited or renamed on a PC. - The video files have been recorded by devices other than the camcorder. - The video files are in formats that are not supported by the - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 52
pause mode, use the Control (Left/Right) button to play the video forward or backward one frame at a time. - To resume normal /8 x1/16 - To resume normal playback, press the OK button. • The camcorder does not play recorded sound in slow motion playback. To adjust the volume Press the Control - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 53
SMX-F53/F54 only) a page 30 (If you want to playback images on a memory card, insert a memory card.) Normal View 100-0001 Video zoom lever. • Do not power off or eject the memory card during photo playback. Doing so may damage the recorded data. • Your camcorder not supported by this camcorder (a - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 54
) button to turn on the camcorder. 2. Press the MODE button Manual Exit STBY 0:00:00 [475Min] Aperture Auto Manual Troubleshooting chapter. page 111 • Starting on the next page are the basic instructions for using menu items. These instructions will help you use each menu item easily. Instructions - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 55
page listed in the Page column. Recording menu items Items iSCENE Video Resolution Photo Resolution 16:9 Wide White Balance Aperture Shutter Speed EV C.Nite Focus Anti-Shake(HDIS) Digital Effect Fader Wind Cut Zoom Type Time Lapse REC Guideline Settings Record ) mode Menu options and default - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 56
Portrait Spotlight Beach Snow High Speed Food Waterfall Use On-screen display Use this setting for regular recording conditions. The camcorder automatically adjusts the aperture value and shutter - speed for optimum recording. For recording rapidly moving subjects. Example: When recording - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 57
Fine" or "Web Normal." However, the better the resolution is, the more memory the camcorder uses. • The recording times depend on the resolution of a video to be recorded. page 34 • The "Web Fine" and "Web Normal" video resolution settings record video in the 4:3 aspect ratio even when you set the - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 58
photos recorded by your camcorder if those devices do not support high resolution. • For photo development, the higher the resolution, the finer the image ." • The "Web Fine" and "Web Normal" video resolution settings record video in the 4:3 aspect ratio even when you set the aspect ratio to 16:9. - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 59
Daylight Cloudy Fluorescent Tungsten Custom WB Use To let the camcorder adjust the white balance automatically according to the lighting conditions. lights. For recording under halogen lamps and incandescent lights. Lets you manually adjust the white balance to match the light source or situation. - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 60
Use this function to correct the white balance and provide a more natural result. • When you set the white balance manually, the object you frame must be white otherwise, your camcorder may not detect an appropriate setting value. • The adjusted setting remains until you set the white balance again - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 61
Recording options APERTURE The camcorder adjusts the aperture automatically depending on the subject and recording conditions. You can also manually adjust the aperture to your preference. Select the Record ( / ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 24 1. Press the MENU button Control (Left/ - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 62
of fast movement overall, set a slow shutter speed value. Submenu Items Items Auto Manual Use To let the camcorder automatically set the appropriate shutter speed value. Lets you set the shutter speed manually to 1/60, 1/100, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, 1/4000, or 1/10000. On-screen display - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 63
Speed Use For 1/60 Stationary or slow moving subjects. The black bands that usually appear when shooting a TV screen become narrower as golf and tennis. Do not aim at the sun. Doing so might cause your camcorder to malfunction. Take images of the sun only in low light conditions, such as at - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 64
Recording options EV (Exposure Value) The camcorder usually adjusts the exposure automatically. You can also manually adjust the exposure to your preference. medium (Image sensor) during the process of taking photos or videos. Manual exposure is recommended in these situations: • When shooting using - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 65
:00 [475Min] C.Nite Off Auto 1/30 Exit Recording options Submenu Items Items Off Auto 1/0 1/1 Use To disable the function. To have the camcorder automatically adjusts image brightness. To record a brighter image by extending the low shutter speed range to "1/0." To record a brighter image by - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 66
- on the creative side of your recording. Face To let the camcorder automatically detect faces Detection and optimize settings and recording conditions. To focus manually. Manual focusing may be Manual necessary under certain conditions that make 6 automatic focusing difficult or unreliable - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 67
to frame the desired target before manually adjusting the focus. If you use the zoom function after manual focusing, refocusing is required. • Before focusing manually, check if the "Digital Zoom" is turned off. When "Zoom Type" is set to "Digital Zoom," manual focusing will not focus with accuracy - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 68
unstable images caused by shaking movements when holding the camcorder. Select the Record ( / ) mode by pressing cases: • When recording while using the zoom extensively. • When recording a close up images. If this occurs, we recommend using a tripod (not supplied) and turning the "Anti-Shake (HDIS - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 69
the MENU button to exit the menu. Examples of 10 digital effect options Off Disables the function. BLK&WHT ( ) Changes the image into black and white. Sepia ( ) This mode gives images a reddish brown pigment. Negative ( ) Reverses the colors and the brightness, creating the look of a negative - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 70
FADER You can give your video recording a professional look by using special effects such as fade in at the beginning of a sequence . 3 seconds) • This function is disabled after being used one time. • The Fader function cannot be applied to video recorded using the Continuous Recording function. - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 71
WIND CUT Using the Wind Cut function, you can reduce wind noise when recording sound from the built-in microphone. Select the Record ( / ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page 24 1. Press the MENU button Control (Left/Right) button "Wind Cut." 2. Select the desired submenu item with the - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 72
without any deterioration in image quality. - • Intelli-zoom is available up to 65x. • When this option is selected, the camcorder will switch automatically to the digital zoom if you zoom in beyond the optical or intelligent zoom - range. • Digital zoom is available up to 2200x. • With the - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 73
with a certain time interval between each frame. For instance, a camcorder on a tripod (not supplied) in time lapse mode could be set up to shoot frames of a flower opening or a bird building a nest. The results is a time lapse video. - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 74
is not recorded during Time Lapse Recording. • When a video recording fills up 1.8GB of storage memory, a new recording file is automatically started at that point. • If the battery charge is exhausted during the Time Lapse recording, the camcorder saves recording up to that point and switches to - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 75
GUIDELINE This camcorder provides 3 types of guidelines to help you to set a balanced image composition on the screen. Select the Record ( / ) mode by pressing the MODE button. page - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 76
Print Copy * Divide Edit Combine (Thumbnail index view only) Slide Show Slide Show Option File Info Settings Video Play ( ) Photo Play ( ) ● ● ● ✕ ● ✕ ● ● ● ● ● ✕ notice. • Items marked with * are available only with models SMX-F53/F54. • In general, functions in both the thumbnail - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 77
View Option Normal View Date View Exit Normal View 0:00:55 1/10 Submenu Items items Uss Normal View Date View • To display the thumbnails of video files sequentially by the length of the files. • The thumbnail of the last recorded or played file is highlighted. • To sort the thumbnails of - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 78
OPTION You can set a specific playback style according to your preference. • Press the MODE button to select the Play( ) mode. • Select the Video thumbnail index view screen. page 40 1. Press the MENU button Control (Left/Right) button "Play Option." 2. Select the desired submenu item with - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 79
is deleted. a. Use the Control (Left/Right) button to move to the photo or video you want to delete. b. Press the OK button to mark Delete Move Cancel the The Delete function does not operate if the battery charge is insufficient. We recommend you use the AC power adaptor to avoid power - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 80
3. If you selected Select Files, the Protect selection screen appears 0:00:55 1/10 a. Use the Control (Left/Right) button to move to the photo or video you want to protect. b. Press the OK button to mark the photo for protection. The Protect Move Cancel key icon appears on the photo or - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 81
2. Use the Control (Up/Down/Left/ Right) button to select the desired video, and then press the OK button. • A message appears asking for your confirmation 2 • Storyboard images are displayed in 4:3 aspect ratio. Hence, the camcorder may not display the entire image on its LCD screen. On a computer - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 82
thumbnail index view screen. page 40 1. Use the Control (Up/Down/Left/ Right) button to select the desired video, and then press the VIEW button. • 16 images from the selected video are captured randomly. • 16 i-Frame images appear on the LCD screen. • If you want to save the storyboard image - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 83
SMX-F53/F54 only) Movies and photos stored in the built-in memory can be copied to the external flash memory card. Copying to the memory card does not delete originals in the built-in memory. • Press the MODE button to select the Play( ) mode. • Select the Video battery charge is insufficient. If available - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 84
without leaving 3 seconds at the beginning and the end. - If the storage media has less than approximately 40MB of free memory space. - If the videos were recorded or edited by other devices. • You cannot devide a protected image. You must first release the protect function to delete it. page 70 - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 85
clip. • The combine function is not available under the following conditions: - If the videos are in different resolution formats. TV Super Fine/TV Fine/TV Normal cannot be combined with Web Fine/Web Normal. - If the videos are in different aspect ratios. 4:3 and 16:9 cannot be combined. - If one - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 86
to the thumbnail view, move the Zoom lever. Video Move Normal View Slide Show Start Full View Exit 1/10 1.6M 100-0001 Playback options • 4 background music files are stored in the camcorder by default. When a slide show begins, the camcorder - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 87
files.) On-screen display - - Playback options FILE INFO The camcorder shows you information about the recorded images. Press the MODE button for the selected file is displayed: - Date - Duration (Video only) - Size - Resolution Normal View SMART File Info Select File Exit File Info 100VIDEO - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 88
OSD language, and display settings of the camcorder. Setting menu items ● : Accessible ✕ Beep Sound Shutter Sound Auto Power Off ** PC Software TV Display Default Set Version Language Demo Record ( SMX-F53/F54. • Items marked with ** are available only when the camcorder is powered by the battery. - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 89
to select the desired storage type, then press the OK button. (SMX-F53/F54 only) 3. Information on the selected storage type appears. • The screen displays the memory capacity of the selected storage and recordable time by video resolution. • Press the Control (Up/Down) button to scroll the screen - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 90
problems Select button, and then press the OK button. (SMX-F53/F54 only) 3. A message appears asking for recording medium may be corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during formatting. • If the used to record on other devices - If the camcorder cannot read the memory card • A memory card - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 91
FILE NO. File numbers are assigned to recorded files in the order they were recorded. 1. Press the MENU button Control (Left/Right) button "Settings" Control (Up/Down/OK) button "File No." 2. Select the desired submenu item with the Control (Up/Down) button, and then press the OK button. - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 92
You can easily set the clock to the local time when using your camcorder while travelling. 1. Press the MENU button Control (Left/Right) time you set on the "Date/Time Set" menu. Select Home when using this camcorder for the - first time or when returning the clock to your hometown date/time - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 93
System setting DATE/TIME SET By setting the date and time, you can display the date and time of a recording during playback. 1. Press the MENU button Control (Left/Right)button "Settings" Control (Up/Down/OK) button "Date/Time Set." 2. Select the date and time information, and change the - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 94
:00 AM JAN/01/2011 12:00 AM The date/time will read "JAN/01/2011 12:00 AM" in the following cases: - When the video or photo recording was made before you set the date/time in the camcorder. - When the built-in rechargeable battery is depleted. 84 - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 95
System setting LCD BRIGHTNESS You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen to compensate for ambient lighting conditions. 1. Press the MENU button Control (Left/Right) button "Settings" Control (Up/Down/OK) button " LCD Brightness." 2. Press the Control (Left/Right.OK) button to adjust - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 96
Items Items Off On Use On-screen display To disable the function. - When the camcorder is idle for more than 2 minutes in Video or Photo STBY mode, or for more than 5 minutes when recording a video, the - power saving mode starts by dimming the LCD screen. 3. Press the MENU button - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 97
STBY 0:00:00 [475Min] SCENE Settings LCD Enhancer Auto LCD Off Menu Design : OFF : LCD OFF : Exit Select • "Misty White" "Premium Black." 3. Press the MENU button to exit the menu. System setting TRANSPARENCY You can select the desired menu display transparency. 1. Press the MENU button - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 98
then press the OK button. 3. Press the MENU button to exit the menu. Submenu Items Items Off On Use Disables the function. To have the camcorder beep every time you press a button. On-screen display - - Submenu Items items Off On contents To turn the shutter sound off. To turn the shutter - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 99
to exit the menu. Submenu Items PC SOFTWARE If you set PC Software to On, you can use the built-in PC software easily by connecting a USB cable between the camcorder and your PC. Using the software, you can download stored video and photo images on the camcorder to your PC's hard disk. You can - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 100
return to the default. STBY 0:00:00 [475Min] SCENE Settings PC Software : TV Display : Default Set Exit Select • The Time Zone screen appears setting. (SMX-F53/F54 only) page 79 VERSION You can view the camcorder's firmware version. To improve the operation of the camcorder, the - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 101
Off Language On Demo Exit Move OFF Select Using the Demo function The camcorder cancels the Demo mode in the following cases: • If you press any If "Auto Power Off" is set to " Min" when you are using the battery as the main power, the Auto Power Off function will turn the cam corder off - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 102
on your TV and set the TV's input selector to the Input your camcorder is connected to. • Refer to the TV's instruction manual to see how to select the TV input. Stereo Type Mono Type AUDIO VIDEO R L AUDIO VIDEO Red White Yellow Yellow White • If only a mono audio input is available on - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 103
OSD (On Screen Display) menus. page 90 CARD • This camcorder does not output audio when the camcorder is connected to a TV in the video or photo record mode. The audio output signal is supported only when the camcorder is connected in the video playback mode. This is not an error. Image display - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 104
on the recording device. 94 • Refer to the instruction manuals supplied with your recording device for details. 5. When dubbing is finished, stop the recording device, and then your camcorder. • You can dub videos recorded on this camcorder by connecting it to another recording device with the - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 105
to a Windows computer using a USB cable and how to use the editing software built in to your camcorder. Check the type of computer you have before connecting the camcorder!! The camcorder and its built in software are compatible with Windows computers only. Check your computer before you begin and - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 106
functions below by connecting your camcorder to your Windows computer using a USB cable: Main Functions • Intelli-studio's main functions: - Playing back recorded videos or photos. page 99 - Editing recorded videos or photos. page 99 - Uploading the recorded videos and photos to YouTube, Flickr - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 107
Set "USB Connect: Mass Storage" and "PC Software: On". • These are the default settings. 2 Connect the camcorder to a PC with the USB cable. STBY 0: "OK". 4. Disconnect the USB cable from the camcorder and PC. • Use the provided USB cable. (Supplied by Samsung) • Make sure you insert the USB plug - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 108
on PC". • If you install the full version of Intelli-studio software, you can use various functions. Start the installation by clicking on "Web Support" "Update Intelli-studio" "Start Update". • The camcorder's built-in Intelli-studio software is intended for home use. It is not for precision or - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 109
on the Intelli-studio browser. • The selected file appears in the editing window. 3 Edit a video or photo with various edit functions. Intelli-studio supports the following file formats: - Video formats: MP4 (Video: H.264, Audio: AAC), WMV (WMV 7/8/9) - Photo formats: JPG, GIF, BMP, PNG, TIFF 99 - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 110
access. • Access to the web site contents can be limited depending on your web access environment. Exporting the videos/photos to your computer You can export the recorded videos/photos from your camcorder to a PC. 1. Select the desired files to export. 2. Drag and drop the selected files to the My - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 111
media 1. Set "PC Software to Off" page 89 2. Check the storage media. (If you have video or photos recorded on a memory card, insert a memory card.) (SMX-F53/F54 only) 3. Connect the camcorder to the PC with the USB cable. page 95 • The "Removable Disk" or " Samsung" window appears on the - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 112
page 47 for video resolution. Photo files • Photos are compressed in JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) format. The file extension is ".JPG." • Refer to page 48 for photo resolution. Do not modfy the name of a movie file recorded by the camcorder. Proper playback by the camcorder requires the - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 113
or use the AC power adaptor. Charge the battery. • Check the battery's authenticity. Change to an authentic, charged Samsung battery. • Use only genuine Samsung batteries only with this camcorder. Storage media Message Memory Full (SMX-F53/ F54 only) Icon Informs that... There is not enough - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 114
. Check supported file listing. supported by this camcorder. • Format the memory card using menu item. The memory card does not • Record video at a lower resolution. have enough speed to record. • Change the memory card to a faster one. page 32 Informs that... Action Some problems occurred - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 115
Troubleshooting Symptoms and solutions If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact the nearest Samsung authorised service center. Power Symptom Explanation/Solution The camcorder does not turn on. • The battery may not be installed on your camcorder. Insert a battery into the - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 116
Troubleshooting Displays Symptom Unknown indicator appears on supported by your camcorder. • Only the file name is displayed if the directory structure does not comply with the international standard. Does not charge or operate • Check whether you're using a Samsung battery. A non-Samsung battery - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 117
deteriorate. In this case, reformat the built-in memory. • If you use a memory card with a low writing speed, the camcorder automatically stops recording the videos and the corresponding message appears on the LCD screen. When recording a subject illuminated by bright light, vertical lines appear - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 118
Troubleshooting Symptom Explanation/Solution When the screen is exposed to direct sunlight during recording, the screen turns red or black for camcorder records videos. • When the Audio/Video cable jack is connected to the camcorder, the beep sound will automatically turn off. • On your camcorder, - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 119
Troubleshooting suitable for auto focus. Adjust the focus manually. page 57 • The lens is dusty camcorder off, wait for a few moments, and turn it on again. Playback is interrupted unexpectedly. • Check if the AC adaptor or battery of the Audio/Video cable jack to your camcorder and You cannot - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 120
or sound of files copied to your computer are not affected. • If your camcorder 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 video and sound files copied to your computer are not affected. The playback screen is - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 121
" "Digital Effect : Mirror, Mosaic, Step printing" "Fader" "Shutter Speed : Manual" "Aperture : Manual" "Zoom Type : Intelli-Zoom" "Zoom Type : Digital Zoom" "16:9 Wide" "White Balance" "Video Resolution : Web Fine, Web Normal" "C.Nite" "iSCENE" "C.Nite", "iSCENE - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 122
a black or battery, and leave the camcorder in a dry area for 1~2 hours before using it. • Use the camcorder only after dew condensation has completely disappeared. • Be sure to use the recommended accessories supplied with the camcorder. For service, contact your nearest Samsung authorized service - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 123
of local wall outlets. On TV color systems Your camcorder is an NTSC based camcorder. If you want to view your recordings on Video jacks. Otherwise, you may need to use a separate video format transcoder (For example, an NTSC to PAL format converter). The format transcoder is not provided by Samsung - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 124
battery life on your camcorder. Digital zoom A feature that artificially increases the amount of zoom available with zoom lens (Optical zoom). When using the Digital zoom aperture MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 defines the latest video coding format standardized by the ISOIEC and the ITU-T, in - Samsung SMX-F50BN | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 125
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