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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. 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. To receive more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.com/register
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... Widescreen LCD which allows bright and clear monitoring. Also, SSD is required. High-resolution image through Mobile DNIe The Samsung memory camcorder has 3DNR (3-dimensional noise reduction), high-sensitivity color expression (intelligent color expression), High performance Anti-Shake (OIS:Optical ... very stable, durable and makes less noise while in operation. Twice the memory options (16GB (SMX-K44 only), 32GB (SMX-K45 only)) 8 00'/' 5 .0%& The memory camcorder's external memory slot accepts high capacity SDHC cards. Play and transfer videos quickly and easily using...
... Widescreen LCD which allows bright and clear monitoring. Also, SSD is required. High-resolution image through Mobile DNIe The Samsung memory camcorder has 3DNR (3-dimensional noise reduction), high-sensitivity color expression (intelligent color expression), High performance Anti-Shake (OIS:Optical ... very stable, durable and makes less noise while in operation. Twice the memory options (16GB (SMX-K44 only), 32GB (SMX-K45 only)) 8 00'/' 5 .0%& The memory camcorder's external memory slot accepts high capacity SDHC cards. Play and transfer videos quickly and easily using...
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... Storyboard printing with Multi View Option! This function is simpler than ever before. 8 00'/' 5 .0%& Make a digest of your camcorder to be printed. Intelli-studio also allows direct uploading of your contents to HD for playback on the side of recording, recorded date...make UCC (User Created Contents) videos, educational programs or for playback. SD to the web! The built-in short intervals. Use this camcorder to your PC, enabling convenient connection with your friends is used when upconverting SD recordings to YouTube or Flickr. Sharing the contents with a...
... Storyboard printing with Multi View Option! This function is simpler than ever before. 8 00'/' 5 .0%& Make a digest of your camcorder to be printed. Intelli-studio also allows direct uploading of your contents to HD for playback on the side of recording, recorded date...make UCC (User Created Contents) videos, educational programs or for playback. SD to the web! The built-in short intervals. Use this camcorder to your PC, enabling convenient connection with your friends is used when upconverting SD recordings to YouTube or Flickr. Sharing the contents with a...
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...that may be used at 240V ac, a suitable plug adaptor should be helpful when operating the camcorder. WARNING CAUTION CAUTION Potential risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when using your camcorder, follow them explicitly. safety warnings What the icons and signs in a safe place for future ...personal injury. Replace only with a protective grounding connection. • Batteries should always be exposed to you and others. precautions Warning! • This camcorder should not be connected to an AC outlet with the same or equivalent type.
...that may be used at 240V ac, a suitable plug adaptor should be helpful when operating the camcorder. WARNING CAUTION CAUTION Potential risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when using your camcorder, follow them explicitly. safety warnings What the icons and signs in a safe place for future ...personal injury. Replace only with a protective grounding connection. • Batteries should always be exposed to you and others. precautions Warning! • This camcorder should not be connected to an AC outlet with the same or equivalent type.
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Play back your trial recording to an error when handling this camcorder or a memory card, etc. Samsung shall not be lost due to make a trial recording. - English_ Also, Samsung cannot be held responsible for your important recorded data by the copyright act and cannot... the high-capacity built-in memory (16GB (SMX-K44 only), (32GB (SMX-K45 only)) and an external memory card. • This camcorder records video in the camcorder or memory card. Even if you obtain permission beforehand. BEFORE USING THIS CAMCORDER • This camcorder is designed exclusively for use only. - ...
Play back your trial recording to an error when handling this camcorder or a memory card, etc. Samsung shall not be lost due to make a trial recording. - English_ Also, Samsung cannot be held responsible for your important recorded data by the copyright act and cannot... the high-capacity built-in memory (16GB (SMX-K44 only), (32GB (SMX-K45 only)) and an external memory card. • This camcorder records video in the camcorder or memory card. Even if you obtain permission beforehand. BEFORE USING THIS CAMCORDER • This camcorder is designed exclusively for use only. - ...
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...: For added protection of time, unplug it from the unit. 20. English_vii See figure below. This will prevent damage to the CAMCORDER due to grounding electrodes and requirements for ventilation to protect it from the type of antenna-discharge unit, connection to lightning and powerline ...ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information with either a polarized 2-wire AC line plug (a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This CAMCORDER should not be placed in a built-in installation such as vases, shall be routed so that they exit from overheating. If you are provided...
...: For added protection of time, unplug it from the unit. 20. English_vii See figure below. This will prevent damage to the CAMCORDER due to grounding electrodes and requirements for ventilation to protect it from the type of antenna-discharge unit, connection to lightning and powerline ...ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information with either a polarized 2-wire AC line plug (a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This CAMCORDER should not be placed in a built-in installation such as vases, shall be routed so that they exit from overheating. If you are provided...
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... or other electric light or power circuits where it checked by a technician before use. 25. SERVICING: Do not attempt to service this CAMCORDER, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to its normal operation. Opening or removing covers may result in fire, electric shock or other... completion of any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects have it can result in the vicinity of any service or repairs to this CAMCORDER yourself. Improper adjustment of other controls may expose you to rain or water. Should spillage occur, unplug unit and have fallen into this ...
... or other electric light or power circuits where it checked by a technician before use. 25. SERVICING: Do not attempt to service this CAMCORDER, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to its normal operation. Opening or removing covers may result in fire, electric shock or other... completion of any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects have it can result in the vicinity of any service or repairs to this CAMCORDER yourself. Improper adjustment of other controls may expose you to rain or water. Should spillage occur, unplug unit and have fallen into this ...
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...tripod in cold areas, or right after the power is turned on. Normal brightness will be restored when the temperature inside the camcorder rises. The surface of the camcorder will be slightly warm when used, but this will be out (black dots) or may remain lit as in a place ...pixels of the current technology, and does not indicate a fault that this does not indicate a fault. _English Close the LCD monitor when not using the camcorder. • Liquid crystal display: - The LCD screen is a product of product: - This shows the limitations of an LCD monitor ), 0.01% or...
...tripod in cold areas, or right after the power is turned on. Normal brightness will be restored when the temperature inside the camcorder rises. The surface of the camcorder will be slightly warm when used, but this will be out (black dots) or may remain lit as in a place ...pixels of the current technology, and does not indicate a fault that this does not indicate a fault. _English Close the LCD monitor when not using the camcorder. • Liquid crystal display: - The LCD screen is a product of product: - This shows the limitations of an LCD monitor ), 0.01% or...
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...near a radio transmitter tower or electric appliances, noise could enter video and audio that power will not turn on. • Do not use the camcorder near an ultrasonic humidifier: - C alcium and other chemicals dissolved in water could scatter in the air, and white particles could adhere to the... optical head of the camcorder, which could cause it to appear on a beach or in a place where there is very high for a long time: This could cause a malfunction....
...near a radio transmitter tower or electric appliances, noise could enter video and audio that power will not turn on. • Do not use the camcorder near an ultrasonic humidifier: - C alcium and other chemicals dissolved in water could scatter in the air, and white particles could adhere to the... optical head of the camcorder, which could cause it to appear on a beach or in a place where there is very high for a long time: This could cause a malfunction....
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...; All the other accessories are not mentioned in each case in this Samsung Camcorder. Please read this user manual carefully before you use ABOUT THIS USER MANUAL • Thank you for future reference. Although some features of 'SMX-K40', 'SMX-K400', 'SMX-K44' and 'SMX-K45' are different, they operate in the same way. • Illustrations of...
...; All the other accessories are not mentioned in each case in this Samsung Camcorder. Please read this user manual carefully before you use ABOUT THIS USER MANUAL • Thank you for future reference. Although some features of 'SMX-K40', 'SMX-K400', 'SMX-K44' and 'SMX-K45' are different, they operate in the same way. • Illustrations of...
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...product. Do not disconnect the AC adaptor by pressing on its power-cord, as this may result in abnormal heat or fire. ~GGGG{ ~ { Using the camcorder at a high temperature may result in fire. CAUTION Means that there is a potential risk of the product. Keeping the battery at temperatures over 140°...;F (60° C) may cause an explosion. ~GGGG{ ~ { Do not allow water or metal and inflammable matter to enter the camcorder or AC power adaptor. Doing so could cause eye injuries, as well as this could damage the power-cord. Oil entering the...
...product. Do not disconnect the AC adaptor by pressing on its power-cord, as this may result in abnormal heat or fire. ~GGGG{ ~ { Using the camcorder at a high temperature may result in fire. CAUTION Means that there is a potential risk of the product. Keeping the battery at temperatures over 140°...;F (60° C) may cause an explosion. ~GGGG{ ~ { Do not allow water or metal and inflammable matter to enter the camcorder or AC power adaptor. Doing so could cause eye injuries, as well as this could damage the power-cord. Oil entering the...
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...fluid or similar chemicals. When cleaning the AC adaptor, unplug the power-cord to prevent fire hazard. Do not spray cleaners directly on the camcorder. Keep the used near the beach or pool or when it has damaged, split or broken cords or wires. Do not plug or unplug... battery or memory card is 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. Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or reform the camcorder or the AC adaptor to avoid fire or injury. Do not connect the AC adaptor...
...fluid or similar chemicals. When cleaning the AC adaptor, unplug the power-cord to prevent fire hazard. Do not spray cleaners directly on the camcorder. Keep the used near the beach or pool or when it has damaged, split or broken cords or wires. Do not plug or unplug... battery or memory card is 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. Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or reform the camcorder or the AC adaptor to avoid fire or injury. Do not connect the AC adaptor...
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... direct sunlight or near dense exhaust gas generated by gasoline or diesel engines, or corrosive gas such as hydrogen sulphide. Do not leave the camcorder in a place where it is very high for a long time. CAUTION ~GGGG{ ~ { Do not press the surface of the remote control which ...tripod (not supplied) in a closed vehicle where the temperature is subject to severe vibrations or impact. Do not use the camcorder on a rainy day. Do not use the camcorder near heating equipment. This will especially shorten the operation range of the LCD with force, or hit it with vinyl sheet,...
... direct sunlight or near dense exhaust gas generated by gasoline or diesel engines, or corrosive gas such as hydrogen sulphide. Do not leave the camcorder in a place where it is very high for a long time. CAUTION ~GGGG{ ~ { Do not press the surface of the remote control which ...tripod (not supplied) in a closed vehicle where the temperature is subject to severe vibrations or impact. Do not use the camcorder on a rainy day. Do not use the camcorder near heating equipment. This will especially shorten the operation range of the LCD with force, or hit it with vinyl sheet,...
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...separately. Noise could detach and the camcorder may cause overheating, fire, explosion, electric shock or personal injuries due to sudden changes in temperature or humid places. Do not hold the camcorder by the LCD monitor when lifting it. xvi_English Samsung is also a risk of defect ...or electric shock when using the camcorder. 4 W W 4 Do not use the camcorder near strong radio waves or magnetism such as speakers or...
...separately. Noise could detach and the camcorder may cause overheating, fire, explosion, electric shock or personal injuries due to sudden changes in temperature or humid places. Do not hold the camcorder by the LCD monitor when lifting it. xvi_English Samsung is also a risk of defect ...or electric shock when using the camcorder. 4 W W 4 Do not use the camcorder near strong radio waves or magnetism such as speakers or...
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... 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... 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 ease ...
... 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... 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 ease ...
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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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Step1: Get ready 1. quick start guide ✪ This quick start guide introduces the basic operation and features of your camcorder. You can also take photos with your friends and family. Insert the battery into the battery slot. ➥page 16 English_07 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. See the reference pages for more information. You can record videos in H.264 format! Insert a memory card...
Step1: Get ready 1. quick start guide ✪ This quick start guide introduces the basic operation and features of your camcorder. You can also take photos with your friends and family. Insert the battery into the battery slot. ➥page 16 English_07 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. See the reference pages for more information. You can record videos in H.264 format! Insert a memory card...
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... start/stop button. • To stop recording, press the Recording start/stop button { tvkl CHG indicator RECORDING VIDEOS WITH H.264 FORMAT Your camcorder uses advanced H.264 compression technology to realize the clearest video quality. ➥page 109 1. Press the PHOTO button fully when you are ready.... • Your camcorder is "TV Fine (720x480/60i)." ➥page 55 • You can not take photos while you are recording videos. 08_English Open ...
... start/stop button. • To stop recording, press the Recording start/stop button { tvkl CHG indicator RECORDING VIDEOS WITH H.264 FORMAT Your camcorder uses advanced H.264 compression technology to realize the clearest video quality. ➥page 109 1. Press the PHOTO button fully when you are ready.... • Your camcorder is "TV Fine (720x480/60i)." ➥page 55 • You can not take photos while you are recording videos. 08_English Open ...
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... features of the latest created or played file is highlighted. 2. Step 3: Play back videos or photos VIEWING THE LCD SCREEN OF YOUR CAMCORDER You can simply switch between video and photo thumbnail view using the thumbnail index view. 1. Select the Video or Photo thumbnail index view ...screen. • You can find your Windows computer. W OOFNF T MODE Using the Intelli-studio program built in your camcorder, you can enjoy detailed, brilliant quality videos on your desired recordings quickly by using the zoom lever. 3. Use the Control button to select...
... features of the latest created or played file is highlighted. 2. Step 3: Play back videos or photos VIEWING THE LCD SCREEN OF YOUR CAMCORDER You can simply switch between video and photo thumbnail view using the thumbnail index view. 1. Select the Video or Photo thumbnail index view ...screen. • You can find your Windows computer. W OOFNF T MODE Using the Intelli-studio program built in your camcorder, you can enjoy detailed, brilliant quality videos on your desired recordings quickly by using the zoom lever. 3. Use the Control button to select...
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You can record new videos or photos on the browser. ➥page 106 The Intelli-studio runs automatically once the camcorder is connected to a Windows computer (when you specify "PC Software: On"). ➥page 93 Step 5: Delete videos or photos If the storage media is full, ... Site" tab on newly freed-up space. Delete videos or photos data that have been saved on your contents with the world, by connecting the camcorder to your Folders directory on a computer from the PC to select "Delete." ➥page 72 10_English Click "Yes", the uploading procedure will see the files...
You can record new videos or photos on the browser. ➥page 106 The Intelli-studio runs automatically once the camcorder is connected to a Windows computer (when you specify "PC Software: On"). ➥page 93 Step 5: Delete videos or photos If the storage media is full, ... Site" tab on newly freed-up space. Delete videos or photos data that have been saved on your contents with the world, by connecting the camcorder to your Folders directory on a computer from the PC to select "Delete." ➥page 72 10_English Click "Yes", the uploading procedure will see the files...