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To receive more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.com/register Memory Camcorder SMX-K40BN/SMX-K40SN/SMX-K40LN SMX-K44BN/SMX-K44SN/SMX-K44LN SMX-K45BN/SMX-K45SN/SMX-K45LN SMX-K400BN/SMX-K400SN/SMX-K400LN user manual imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product.
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... (2.7" WIDE TFT LCD) This Samsung memory camcorder utilizes a 2.7-inch 230k pixel Widescreen LCD which allows bright and clear monitoring. In addition, the LCD Enhancer adjusts color and brightness to the screen lighting conditions for the camcorder. Twice the memory options (16GB (SMX-K44 only), 32GB (SMX-K45 only)) 8 00'/' 5 .0%& The memory camcorder's external memory slot accepts...
... (2.7" WIDE TFT LCD) This Samsung memory camcorder utilizes a 2.7-inch 230k pixel Widescreen LCD which allows bright and clear monitoring. In addition, the LCD Enhancer adjusts color and brightness to the screen lighting conditions for the camcorder. Twice the memory options (16GB (SMX-K44 only), 32GB (SMX-K45 only)) 8 00'/' 5 .0%& The memory camcorder's external memory slot accepts...
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...mode for other purposes. The built-in the order of your PC, enabling convenient connection with the VIEW button! SD to your camcorder to "ON". This function is simpler than ever before. 8 00'/' 5 .0%& Make a digest of clouds, blooming flowers etc. Use this... camcorder to HD-quality upscaling function! English_iii Storyboard printing! This function captures 16 still images arbitrarily from this function to sort thumbnails of recorded...
...mode for other purposes. The built-in the order of your PC, enabling convenient connection with the VIEW button! SD to your camcorder to "ON". This function is simpler than ever before. 8 00'/' 5 .0%& Make a digest of clouds, blooming flowers etc. Use this... camcorder to HD-quality upscaling function! English_iii Storyboard printing! This function captures 16 still images arbitrarily from this function to sort thumbnails of recorded...
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..., a suitable plug adaptor should always be connected to you and others. iv_English Caution Danger of fire, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when using your camcorder, follow them explicitly. WARNING CAUTION CAUTION Potential risk of serious personal injury. After reading this user manual mean : Death or risk of personal injury or... or equivalent type. safety warnings What the icons and signs in this section, keep it in a safe place for future reference. precautions Warning! • This camcorder should be helpful when operating the...
..., a suitable plug adaptor should always be connected to you and others. iv_English Caution Danger of fire, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when using your camcorder, follow them explicitly. WARNING CAUTION CAUTION Potential risk of serious personal injury. After reading this user manual mean : Death or risk of personal injury or... or equivalent type. safety warnings What the icons and signs in this section, keep it in a safe place for future reference. precautions Warning! • This camcorder should be helpful when operating the...
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... connection guide. • Copyright: Please note that this camcorder is intended for consumer use with the high-capacity built-in memory (16GB (SMX-K44 only), (32GB (SMX-K45 only)) and an external memory card. • This camcorder records video in H.264/AVC (MPEG4 part 10/Advanced Video... Coding) format compliant with the Standard resolution (SD-VIDEO) format. • Please note that you obtain permission beforehand. Also, Samsung cannot ...
... connection guide. • Copyright: Please note that this camcorder is intended for consumer use with the high-capacity built-in memory (16GB (SMX-K44 only), (32GB (SMX-K45 only)) and an external memory card. • This camcorder records video in H.264/AVC (MPEG4 part 10/Advanced Video... Coding) format compliant with the Standard resolution (SD-VIDEO) format. • Please note that you obtain permission beforehand. Also, Samsung cannot ...
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... 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 respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the leadin wire and supporting structure, ...grounding to conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode. O UTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING:CAMCORDER, be sure the antenna or cable system is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it is grounded to ...
... 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 respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the leadin wire and supporting structure, ...grounding to conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode. O UTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING:CAMCORDER, be sure the antenna or cable system is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it is grounded to ...
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...any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects have it checked by following conditions: a. viii_English Improper adjustment of any kind onto the CAMCORDER. Unauthorized substitutions may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. 28. SAFETY CHECK: Upon completion of other electric light or...service personnel under the following the operating instructions, adjust only those controls that could result in performance, this can fall into this CAMCORDER from touching such power lines or circuits as they may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards. b. If any ...
...any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects have it checked by following conditions: a. viii_English Improper adjustment of any kind onto the CAMCORDER. Unauthorized substitutions may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. 28. SAFETY CHECK: Upon completion of other electric light or...service personnel under the following the operating instructions, adjust only those controls that could result in performance, this can fall into this CAMCORDER from touching such power lines or circuits as they may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards. b. If any ...
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... not press its surface with excessive force, hit it or prick it with recording. - T he LCD screen will be slightly dimmer than usual when the camcorder is at low temperature, as colored dots (red, blue, and green). If unevenness does not disappear, turn it on a tripod in a place where it is... a fault that will interfere with a sharp object. - If you do not strike it against a hard object or let it fall . • Do not subject the camcorder to severe vibrations or impact. • No sand or dust! - Note that you push the LCD surface, display unevenness may remain lit as in cold...
... not press its surface with excessive force, hit it or prick it with recording. - T he LCD screen will be slightly dimmer than usual when the camcorder is at low temperature, as colored dots (red, blue, and green). If unevenness does not disappear, turn it on a tripod in a place where it is... a fault that will interfere with a sharp object. - If you do not strike it against a hard object or let it fall . • Do not subject the camcorder to severe vibrations or impact. • No sand or dust! - Note that you push the LCD surface, display unevenness may remain lit as in cold...
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... reach of normally recorded video and audio, noise may also be readily operable. English_xi • Be careful of unusual ambient temperature: - Using the camcorder in a place where the temperature is over 104°F (40°C) or lower than 32°F (0°C) may result in abnormal recording/playback. -... Do not leave the camcorder on a beach or in a closed vehicle where the temperature is used near strong radio waves or magnetism, such as hydrogen sulphide, the external ...
... reach of normally recorded video and audio, noise may also be readily operable. English_xi • Be careful of unusual ambient temperature: - Using the camcorder in a place where the temperature is over 104°F (40°C) or lower than 32°F (0°C) may result in abnormal recording/playback. -... Do not leave the camcorder on a beach or in a closed vehicle where the temperature is used near strong radio waves or magnetism, such as hydrogen sulphide, the external ...
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..." ➥page 55 - item contents on-screen display "TV Super Fine" Videos recorded in this Samsung Camcorder. xii_English Please read this user manual carefully before you use the camcorder and keep it handy for purchasing this manual or other countries. • Macintosh® is trademark of Apple...on the screen.) • Descriptions of the "built-in memory" in this user manual apply only to the following models: SMX-K44(16GB), SMX-K45(32GB) NOTES REGARDING TRADEMARK • All the trade names and registered trademarks mentioned in 720x480(60i) resolution at super-fine...
..." ➥page 55 - item contents on-screen display "TV Super Fine" Videos recorded in this Samsung Camcorder. xii_English Please read this user manual carefully before you use the camcorder and keep it handy for purchasing this manual or other countries. • Macintosh® is trademark of Apple...on the screen.) • Descriptions of the "built-in memory" in this user manual apply only to the following models: SMX-K44(16GB), SMX-K45(32GB) NOTES REGARDING TRADEMARK • All the trade names and registered trademarks mentioned in 720x480(60i) resolution at super-fine...
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...~ { Do not allow water or metal and inflammable matter to malfunctioning of internal parts of fire or electric shock. Oil entering the camcorder or AC power adaptor could cause malfunctions or defects. Prohibited action. WARNING Do not overload outlets or extension cords as this may result ...in abnormal heat or fire. ~GGGG{ ~ { Using the camcorder at a high temperature may result in fire. OIL ~GGGG{ ~ { No oil! Doing so could damage the power-cord. precautions during use ...
...~ { Do not allow water or metal and inflammable matter to malfunctioning of internal parts of fire or electric shock. Oil entering the camcorder or AC power adaptor could cause malfunctions or defects. Prohibited action. WARNING Do not overload outlets or extension cords as this may result ...in abnormal heat or fire. ~GGGG{ ~ { Using the camcorder at a high temperature may result in fire. OIL ~GGGG{ ~ { No oil! Doing so could damage the power-cord. precautions during use ...
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... chemicals. When cleaning the AC adaptor, unplug the power-cord to avoid a risk of fire or personal injury. 4 W W 4 If the camcorder malfunctions, immediately detach the AC adaptor or battery from a Samsung service center. There is a risk of children. There is swallowed by children, consult a physician immediately. Keep the power-cord unplugged when...
... chemicals. When cleaning the AC adaptor, unplug the power-cord to avoid a risk of fire or personal injury. 4 W W 4 If the camcorder malfunctions, immediately detach the AC adaptor or battery from a Samsung service center. There is a risk of children. There is swallowed by children, consult a physician immediately. Keep the power-cord unplugged when...
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...infrared rays. This may corrode the external or internal terminals, disabling normal operation. Do not use the camcorder near heating equipment. Doing so may occur. ~GGGG{ ~ { Do not drop or expose the camcorder, battery pack, AC adaptor or other accessories to sand or water when recording at the beach or ...pool, or recording on a tripod (not supplied) in a place where it is very high for a long time. Do not leave the camcorder in direct sunlight or near dense exhaust gas generated by gasoline or diesel engines, or corrosive gas such as hydrogen sulphide. Do not use the...
...infrared rays. This may corrode the external or internal terminals, disabling normal operation. Do not use the camcorder near heating equipment. Doing so may occur. ~GGGG{ ~ { Do not drop or expose the camcorder, battery pack, AC adaptor or other accessories to sand or water when recording at the beach or ...pool, or recording on a tripod (not supplied) in a place where it is very high for a long time. Do not leave the camcorder in direct sunlight or near dense exhaust gas generated by gasoline or diesel engines, or corrosive gas such as hydrogen sulphide. Do not use the...
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...fall. Keep important data separately. T w w T Use Samsung-approved accessories only. This could enter video or audio that is not responsible for data loss. Do not hold the camcorder by the LCD monitor when lifting it. Samsung is being recorded. Do not leave the LCD monitor open LCD... screen down. 4 W W 4 Do not wipe the camcorder body with ventilation openings. The LCD monitor could deteriorate. xvi_English...
...fall. Keep important data separately. T w w T Use Samsung-approved accessories only. This could enter video or audio that is not responsible for data loss. Do not hold the camcorder by the LCD monitor when lifting it. Samsung is being recorded. Do not leave the LCD monitor open LCD... screen down. 4 W W 4 Do not wipe the camcorder body with ventilation openings. The LCD monitor could deteriorate. xvi_English...
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...view 15 Attaching the grip belt 15 Attaching the core filter 15 Adjusting the LCD screen 16 Connecting a power source 23 Basic operation of your camcorder 24 Switching to the power saving mode 25 LCD screen indicators 30 Turning the screen indicators on/off ( ) 30 Using the LCD enhancer ...OK guide) 33 Shortcut function using the Control buttons 34 Initial setting : Time Zone, Date and Time & OSD Language 36 Selecting the storage media (SMX-K44/K45 only) 37 Inserting / ejecting a memory card 38 Selecting a suitable memory card 40 Recordable time and capacity 42 Recording videos 43 Recording with ...
...view 15 Attaching the grip belt 15 Attaching the core filter 15 Adjusting the LCD screen 16 Connecting a power source 23 Basic operation of your camcorder 24 Switching to the power saving mode 25 LCD screen indicators 30 Turning the screen indicators on/off ( ) 30 Using the LCD enhancer ...OK guide) 33 Shortcut function using the Control buttons 34 Initial setting : Time Zone, Date and Time & OSD Language 36 Selecting the storage media (SMX-K44/K45 only) 37 Inserting / ejecting a memory card 38 Selecting a suitable memory card 40 Recordable time and capacity 42 Recording videos 43 Recording with ...
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contents connecting to other devices 95 95 Connecting to a TV 98 Viewing on a TV screen 99 Recording (dubbing ) images on a VCR or DVD/HDD recorder using with a Windows computer 100 maintenance & additional information 110 100 Checking your computer type 101 What you can do with a Windows computer 102 Using the Intelli-studio program 108 Transferring videos/photos from the camcorder to your computer 110 Maintenance 111 Additional information 113 Using your camcorder abroad Troubleshooting 114 Troubleshooting Specifications 126 Specifications 0_English
contents connecting to other devices 95 95 Connecting to a TV 98 Viewing on a TV screen 99 Recording (dubbing ) images on a VCR or DVD/HDD recorder using with a Windows computer 100 maintenance & additional information 110 100 Checking your computer type 101 What you can do with a Windows computer 102 Using the Intelli-studio program 108 Transferring videos/photos from the camcorder to your computer 110 Maintenance 111 Additional information 113 Using your camcorder abroad Troubleshooting 114 Troubleshooting Specifications 126 Specifications 0_English
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...: Get ready 1. You can use commercially available SDHC (SD High Capacity) cards with this camcorder. • Set the appropriate storage media. ➥page 36 (SMX-K44/K45 only) 2. Insert the battery into the battery slot. ➥page 16 English_07 You can record videos in H.264 format! quick start guide ✪ .... Insert a memory card. ➥page 37 • You can record videos in H.264 format, which enables you to conveniently email and share videos with your camcorder.
...: Get ready 1. You can use commercially available SDHC (SD High Capacity) cards with this camcorder. • Set the appropriate storage media. ➥page 36 (SMX-K44/K45 only) 2. Insert the battery into the battery slot. ➥page 16 English_07 You can record videos in H.264 format! quick start guide ✪ .... Insert a memory card. ➥page 37 • You can record videos in H.264 format, which enables you to conveniently email and share videos with your camcorder.
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... button. 0:00:00 [475Min] 9999 RECORDING PHOTOS 1. quick start guide Step 2: Record with less capacity. • You can also turn the camcorder on by pressing the Power ( ) button. 2. Open the LCD screen to realize the clearest video quality. ➥page 109 1. Press the ... button ~ vvmum Recording start /stop button { tvkl CHG indicator RECORDING VIDEOS WITH H.264 FORMAT Your camcorder uses advanced H.264 compression technology to turn on the camcorder. • Your camcorder turns on automatically when you open the LCD screen. • You can record videos in SD (...
... button. 0:00:00 [475Min] 9999 RECORDING PHOTOS 1. quick start guide Step 2: Record with less capacity. • You can also turn the camcorder on by pressing the Power ( ) button. 2. Open the LCD screen to realize the clearest video quality. ➥page 109 1. Press the ... button ~ vvmum Recording start /stop button { tvkl CHG indicator RECORDING VIDEOS WITH H.264 FORMAT Your camcorder uses advanced H.264 compression technology to turn on the camcorder. • Your camcorder turns on automatically when you open the LCD screen. • You can record videos in SD (...
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... view appears. Enjoy the various features of the latest created or played file is highlighted. 2. W OOFNF T MODE Using the Intelli-studio program built in your camcorder, you can find your desired recordings quickly by using the zoom lever. 3. The thumbnail of Intelli-studio on a connected TV. ➥page 98 Photo Move... Play Step 4: Save recorded videos or photos Simple and fun! Step 3: Play back videos or photos VIEWING THE LCD SCREEN OF YOUR CAMCORDER You can import videos/photos into your computer, edit or share the videos/photos with your Windows computer.
... view appears. Enjoy the various features of the latest created or played file is highlighted. 2. W OOFNF T MODE Using the Intelli-studio program built in your camcorder, you can find your desired recordings quickly by using the zoom lever. 3. The thumbnail of Intelli-studio on a connected TV. ➥page 98 Photo Move... Play Step 4: Save recorded videos or photos Simple and fun! Step 3: Play back videos or photos VIEWING THE LCD SCREEN OF YOUR CAMCORDER You can import videos/photos into your computer, edit or share the videos/photos with your Windows computer.
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...up space. quick start . 2. SHARING VIDEOS/PHOTOS ON YouTube/Flickr "Import folder" button Imported Files Share your contents with the world, by connecting the camcorder to your PC PC via the USB cable. • A new file saving screen appears with a single click. Click on the "Share" ...videos directly to Share Site" tab on your Folders directory on the browser. ➥page 106 The Intelli-studio runs automatically once the camcorder is connected to start playing. Click "Import folder" to select "Delete." ➥page 72 10_English Delete videos or photos data that ...
...up space. quick start . 2. SHARING VIDEOS/PHOTOS ON YouTube/Flickr "Import folder" button Imported Files Share your contents with the world, by connecting the camcorder to your PC PC via the USB cable. • A new file saving screen appears with a single click. Click on the "Share" ...videos directly to Share Site" tab on your Folders directory on the browser. ➥page 106 The Intelli-studio runs automatically once the camcorder is connected to start playing. Click "Import folder" to select "Delete." ➥page 72 10_English Delete videos or photos data that ...