Page 2 - key features of your memory camcorder
English _ii key features of your memory camcorder High-resolution Colour Widescreen LCD (2.7” WIDE TFT LCD) Samsung memory camcorder adopts 2.7-inch Widescreen LCD of 112k pixels which allows bright and clear monitoring. In addition, reinforced LCD Enhancer adjusting color and brightness to the scre...
Page 4 - important safety instructions; Warning; safety warnings; What the icons and signs in this user manual mean :
English _iv This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage consisting a risk of electric shock is present within this unit. This symbol indicates that there are important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying this unit. important safety instructions Warning To Reduce Th...
Page 8 - CALIFORNIA USA ONLY; FCC Warning
English _viii 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 plug adaptor should be used. 31. This product is covered by one or more of the following U.S. patents: 5,060,220 5,4...
Page 9 - precautions; Caution; BEFORE USING THIS CAMCORDER; The recorded contents cannot be compensated for:
English _ix precautions Warning! This camcorder should always be connected to an AC outlet with a protective grounding connection. Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like. •• Caution Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with...
Page 10 - Make a backup of important recorded data; precautions on use; IMPORTANT NOTE; Liquid crystal display:
English _x Make a backup of important recorded data - Protect your important recorded data by copying the files to a PC. It is recommended to copy it from your PC to other recording media for storage. Refer to the software installation and USB connection guide. Copyright: Please be noted that this m...
Page 12 - Do not use the memory camcorder near ultrasonic humidifier:; therefore the mains plug shall be readily operable.; ABOUT THIS USER MANUAL; NOTES REGARDING A TRADEMARK
English _xii Do not use the memory camcorder near ultrasonic humidifier: - Calcium and other chemicals dissolved in water could scatter in the air, and white particles could adhere to the optical head of the memory camcorder, which could cause it to operate abnormally. Do not clean the memory camcor...
Page 13 - contents
English _03 INTRODUCTION TO BASIC FEATURES GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MEMORY CAMCORDER 09 PREPARATION 12 ABOUT THE STORAGE MEDIA 37 07 09 What's included with your memory camcorder 10 Front & left view 11 Side & bottom view 12 Using the accessories 14 Connecting a power source 22 Basic operation o...
Page 14 - RECORDING
English _04 44 Recording movie images 45 Recording with ease for beginners (EASY Q mode) 46 Zooming In and out 47 Movie Images playback 50 Changing the menu settings 52 Menu items53 Using the recording menu items53 iSCENE54 White Balance55 Exposure56 Shutter57 Focus59 Anti-Shake (HDIS)60 Digital Eff...
Page 15 - PLAYBACK OPTIONS
English _05 PLAYBACK OPTIONS 68 SETTINGS OPTIONS 74 68 Menu items 69 Setting the play option 70 Deleting movie images 71 Protecting movie images 72 Copying movie images (SC-MX20C/MX20CH/MX20E/MX20EL/MX20ER only) 73 File Information 74 Changing the menu settings in "Settings" 75 Menu items76 ...
Page 17 - introduction to basic features; Control
English _07 introduction to basic features Connecting a power source ➥ page 14 Check out the storage media ➥ page 37 Setting the Date/Time and OSD Language ➥ pages 34, 36 ••• Recording the movie images ➥ page 44 • Selecting an image to play back from the thumbnail index views using Control button. ➥...
Page 18 - Step4: Connecting to a PC
English _08 You can upload recorded movie to YouTube using the CyberLink MediaShow4. ➥ page 92 • ✪ This chapter introduces you to the basic features of your memory camcorder. See the reference pages for more information. Step4: Connecting to a PC Step5: Easy Upload to YouTube You can playback and ed...
Page 19 - WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH YOUR MEMORY CAMCORDER; getting to know your memory camcorder
English _09 WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH YOUR MEMORY CAMCORDER Your new memory camcorder comes with the following accessories. If any of these items is missing from your box, call Samsung’s Customer Care Center. ✪ The exact shape of each item may vary by model. Battery pack (IA-BP85ST) AD43-00180A AC power ...
Page 22 - preparation; USING THE ACCESSORIES; Attaching a Grip Belt; Zoom; Angle Adjustment
English _12 preparation This section provides information that you should know before using this memory camcorder; such as how to use the provided accessories, how to charge the battery, how to setup the operation mode and initialize setup. USING THE ACCESSORIES Attaching a Grip Belt Insert your rig...
Page 23 - Using the Cradle
English _13 Using the Cradle When recharging and connecting to external devices, use the cradle for better stability. 1. Put the memory camcorder onto the cradle, while making sure all terminals are well connected. 2. Connect the power supply or other external devices (such as TV, PC, etc.) to the c...
Page 24 - CONNECTING A POWER SOURCE; Battery Pack installation / ejection; Inserting the battery pack
English _14 CONNECTING A POWER SOURCE There are two types of power source that can be connected to your memory camcorder. Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment. - The battery pack: used for outdoor recording. - The AC power adaptor : used for indoor recording and playing back. ...
Page 25 - Charging the Battery Pack; POWER
English _15 Charging the Battery Pack Be sure to charge the battery pack before you start using your memory camcorder. Use IA-BP85ST battery pack only. The battery pack may be charged a little at the time of purchase. 1. Slide the POWER switch downward to turn off the power. 2. Insert the battery pa...
Page 26 - Charging indicator; Auto Power Off Function
English _16 Charging indicator Tips for battery identification ✪ The color of the LED indicates charging status. If the battery has been fully charged, the charge indicator is green. If you are charging the battery, the color of the charge indicator is orange. If an error occurs while the battery pa...
Page 27 - Battery; Battery Level Display
English _17 Battery Level Indicator State Message Fully charged - 20~40% used - 40~60% used - 60~80% used - 80~99% used - Exhausted (flickers): The device will soon turn off. Change the Battery Pack as soon as possible. - - (flickers): The device will be forced to turn off after 5 seconds. "Low ...
Page 29 - About battery packs
English _19 About battery packs The benefits of battery pack: Battery pack is small but has a large power capacity. It should be recharged in any environment that is between 32°F (0°C) and 104°F (40°C). However, when it is exposed to cold temperatures (below 32°F (0°C)), its usage time becomes reduc...
Page 30 - Maintaining the battery pack
English _20 Use only approved battery packs. Do not use batteries from other manufacturers. Otherwise, there is a danger of overheating, fire or explosion. Samsung is not responsible for problems occurring due to using unapproved batteries. Maintaining the battery pack We recommend only using the or...
Page 31 - Using a household power source; Using memory camcorder with AC power adaptor
English _21 Using a household power source Make the same connections as you do when charging the battery pack. The battery pack will not lose its charge in this case. Using memory camcorder with AC power adaptor It is recommended that you use the AC power adaptor to power the memory camcorder from a...
Page 32 - BASIC OPERATION OF YOUR MEMORY CAMCORDER; Turning memory camcorder on or off; Setting the operating modes; MODE
English _22 BASIC OPERATION OF YOUR MEMORY CAMCORDER This section explains the basic techniques of recording movies, and also basic settings on your memory camcorder. Set the appropriate operation mode according to your preference using POWER switch and MODE button. Turning memory camcorder on or of...
Page 33 - Movie Record mode; LCD SCREEN INDICATORS
English _23 Movie Record mode LCD SCREEN INDICATORS Interval REC * Operating status ( [STBY] (standby) or [ ] (recording))Voice Mute *Time counter (movie recording time: remaining recordable time)LCD Enhancer *Storage media (Built-in memory (SC-MX20C/ MX20CH/MX20E/MX20EL/MX20ER only) or memory card)...
Page 35 - Movie Play mode : Single View
English _25 Exi MENU STBY 1 Movie Play mode : Single View Movie Play modePlay Status ( Play ( ) / Pause ( ❙❙ )) Time code (Elapsed time / Recorded time)Storage media (Built-in memory (SC-MX20C/ MX20CH/MX20E/MX20EL/MX20ER only) or memory card) Battery info. (Remaining battery level/time)Movie image...
Page 37 - Switching the information display mode; Checking the remaining battery and memory capacity
English _27 TURNING THE SCREEN INDICATORS ON/OFF ( ) Switching the information display mode You can switch the display mode of on-screen information: Press the button while the camcorder is on. The full and minimum display modes will alternate. Full display mode : All types of information will appea...
Page 38 - USING THE LCD ENHANCER FUNCTION; LCD ENHANCER
English _28 USING THE LCD ENHANCER FUNCTION Contrast is enhanced for a clear and bright image. This effect is also implemented outdoors in bright daylight. You can also adjust the screen brightness in two-level increments, which provides a brighter screen than using just one-level increment for your...
Page 39 - ADjUSTING THE LCD SCREEN
English _29 ADjUSTING THE LCD SCREEN 1. Open up the LCD screen 90 degrees with your finger. 2. Rotate it to the best angle to record or play. If you rotate the LCD screen 180 degrees to the lens side, you can close the LCD screen with it facing out. This is convenient during playback. • USING THE ME...
Page 40 - USING THE CONTROL BUTTONS
English _30 USING THE CONTROL BUTTONS Used for playback, pausing, fast forwarding, and rewinding. Also used as directional buttons (up, down, left, right) and to make a selection when selecting movie images or menus. 1. Press the Control button ( / ) to move left / right. 2. Press the Control button...
Page 41 - Using the Control button
English _31 Using the Control button Button Movie Record( )mode Movie Play( ) mode Menu selection OK - Access the shortcut menu - Confirm selection - Exit the shortcut menu - Shortcut menu (OK guide) is displayed - Playback / Pause Confirms selection UP Zoom (wide) lncreases the volume Moves the cur...
Page 42 - For example: Setting the Exposure in Movie Record mode by the
English _32 SHORTCUT MENU (OK GUIDE) Shortcut menu (OK guide) represents the most frequently accessed functions according to the selected mode. preparation OK Shortcut menu (OK guide) cannot be used in EASY Q mode. Pressing the Control button in each menu will toggle between "Auto" or "M...
Page 43 - Shortcut function using the Control buttons
English _33 Shortcut function using the Control buttons Button Movie Record( ) mode Movie Play( ) mode OK - Access the shortcut menu- Confirm selection- Exit the shortcut menu - Shortcut menu (OK guide) is displayed- Playback / Pause UP Exposure - Auto - Manual lncreases the volume DOWN Focus - Auto...
Page 44 - Turning the power on and setting the date and time
English _34 INITIAL SETTING : TIME ZONE, DATE AND TIME & OSD LANGUAGE Initial setting is available in all operating modes. To read the menus or messages in your desired language, set the OSD language. To store the date and time during recording, set the time zone and date/time. Turning the power...
Page 45 - On charging the built-in rechargeable battery; Turning the date and time display on/off
English _35 On charging the built-in rechargeable battery The built-in rechargeable battery is automatically charged while the camcorder is turned on. Use your camcorder after charging the built-in rechargeable battery. If the built-in rechargeable battery is not charged, settings will not be backed...
Page 46 - Selecting the OSD language
English _36 INITIAL SETTING : TIME ZONE, DATE AND TIME & OSD LANGUAGE Selecting the OSD language You can select the desired language to display the menu screen and the messages. 1. Set the "Settings" mode. The settings menu screen appears. Refer to "How to set the settings mode" ...
Page 47 - about the storage media; Selecting the storage media
English _37 SELECTING THE STORAGE MEDIA (SC-MX20C/MX20CH/MX20E/MX20EL/MX20ER only) You can record on the built-in memory or a memory card, so you should select the desired storage media before starting recording or playback. You can use SDHC and MMCplus cards on your memory camcorder. (Some cards ar...
Page 48 - INSERTING / EjECTING THE MEMORY CARD; Inserting a memory card
English _38 INSERTING / EjECTING THE MEMORY CARD Inserting a memory card 1. Turn the memory camcorder off. 2. Slide the memory card slot cover to the right to open the cover. 3. Insert the memory card into the memory card slot in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure until it softly clicks....
Page 49 - SELECTING A SUITABLE MEMORY CARD; You can use a SDHC memory card and MMC plus.; SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) Memory Card
English _39 SELECTING A SUITABLE MEMORY CARD A memory card is a compact portable storage media. You can use a SDHC memory card and MMC plus. (If needed, buy a memory card separately.) - You can also use a SD memory card, but recommended that you use a SDHC memory card and MMC plus with your memory c...
Page 50 - Common cautions for memory card; Handling a memory card
English _40 MMCplus (Multi Media Card plus) In the case of MMCplus, they have no protection tab so please use the protect function in the menu. Common cautions for memory card Damaged data may not be recovered. It is recommended you make a back-up of important data separately on the hard disk of you...
Page 52 - RECORDABLE TIME AND CAPACITY; Recordable time for movie images
English _42 RECORDABLE TIME AND CAPACITY 1GB= 1,000,000,000bytes : actual formatted capacity may be less as the internal firmware uses a portion of the memory. Media built-in memory (SC-MX20C/MX20CH/ MX20E/MX20EL/ MX20ER only) Memory Card Capacity 8GB 16GB 1GB 2GB 4GB 8GB 16GB TV Super Fine ( ) 720x...
Page 53 - You can use a SDHC or MMCplus memory card on your memory camcorder.
English _43 The previous figures are measured under Samsung’s standard recording test conditions and may differ depending on the test or use condition.The memory camcorder provides four resolution options for movie recordings: - "TV Super Fine", "TV Fine", "TV Normal", "W...
Page 54 - recording; RECORDING MOVIE IMAGES; Recording start/ stop
English _44 recording Basic procedures to record a movie image are described below and on the following pages. RECORDING MOVIE IMAGES The memory camcorder provides two Recording start/stop buttons. One is on the rear side of the camcorder and the other one is on the LCD panel. Select the Recording s...
Page 55 - RECORDING WITH EASE FOR BEGINNERS (EASY Q MODE); To cancel EASY Q mode
English _45 RECORDING WITH EASE FOR BEGINNERS (EASY Q MODE) With the EASY Q function, most of the memory camcorder settings are automatically adjusted, which frees you from detailed adjustments. 1. Slide the POWER switch downward to turn on the memory camcorder. 2. Press the MODE button to set Movie...
Page 56 - ZOOMING IN AND OUT; To zoom in; To zoom out
English _46 ZOOMING IN AND OUT Use the zoom function for close-up or wide-angle recording. This memory camcorder allows you to record using optical 34x power zoom and 1200x digital zoom. You can zoom with the zoom lever or the Control (W/T) button on the LCD panel. Zoom magnification over 34x is don...
Page 57 - MOVIE IMAGES PLAYBACK; playback
English _47 MOVIE IMAGES PLAYBACK You can find a desired movie image quickly using thumbnail index view. 1. Turn the memory camcorder on. Slide the POWER switch downward to turn on the power. ➥ page 22 Set the appropriate storage media. ➥ page 37 (SC-MX20C/MX20CH/MX20E/MX20EL/MX20ER only) (If images...
Page 58 - Adjusting the volume
English _48 If there is no file stored to view, the message "Empty" appears. Closing the LCD screen while in playback will automatically mute the sound.Movie files may not playback with memory camcorder in following cases: - Edited or renamed movie file on a PC - Movie file recorded by devic...
Page 59 - Various Playback Operations
English _49 Various Playback Operations Still playback (pause) ( / ❙❙ ) Press the OK button during playback. - To resume normal playback, press the OK button again. Search playback ( / ) During normal playback, press and hold the Control button ( ) for forward search, or to the left for reverse se...
Page 60 - CHANGING THE MENU SETTINGS; recording options
English _50 CHANGING THE MENU SETTINGS You can change the menu settings to customize your memory camcorder. Access the desired menu screen by following the steps below, then change the various settings. 1. Slide POWER switch downward to turn the memory camcorder on. 2. Select the operation mode. ➥ p...
Page 62 - MENU ITEMS; Menu items in Movie Record (
English _52 MENU ITEMS Accessing items in the menu depends on the operation mode. For operation details, see the corresponding page. ➥ pages 53~67 Menu items in Movie Record ( ) Items Default value Page i SCENE Auto 53 White Balance Auto 54 Exposure Auto 55 Shutter Auto 56 Focus Auto 57 Anti-Shake (...
Page 63 - USING THE RECORDING MENU ITEMS; SCENE; EASY Q
English _53 USING THE RECORDING MENU ITEMS You can set up the menu items for movie images recording. i SCENE This memory camcorder automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture according to the subject brightness for optimum recording: You can also specify one of various modes depending on subje...
Page 64 - White Balance
English _54 White Balance This memory camcorder automatically adjusts the color of subject. Change the white balance setting depending on the recording conditions. item contents on-screen display "Auto" Adjusts the White Balance automatically. None "Daylight" Adjusts for conditions o...
Page 66 - Shutter
English _56 Shutter The memory camcorder automatically sets the shutter speed depending on the subject brightness. You can also manually adjust the shutter speed according to the scene conditions. Settings Contents On-screen display "Auto" The memory camcorder automatically sets the appropri...
Page 67 - Focus
English _57 Focus The memory camcorder usually focuses on a subject automatically (auto-focus). You can also manually focus a subject depending on the recording conditions. item contents on-screen display "Auto" In most situations, it is better to use the automatic focus feature, as it enabl...
Page 69 - Off
English _59 Anti-Shake (HDIS) Helps compensate for natural hand-shaking movements when recording. item contents on-screen display "Off" Disables the function. None "On" Compensates for unstable images caused by camcorder-shake, particularly at high magnification. Anti-Shake(HDIS) pro...
Page 70 - Digital Effect
English _60 Digital Effect The digital effect enables you to give a creative look to your recording. Select the appropriate digital effect for the type of picture that you wish to record and the effect you wish to create. There are 10 different digital effect options. item contents on-screen display...
Page 71 - Resolution
English _61 Resolution You can select the resolution of a movie to be recorded. This memory camcorder can record in the "TV Super Fine" , "TV Fine" , "TV Normal" and "Web & Mobile" modes. The "TV Fine" mode is set as the factory default. item contents on-s...
Page 72 - Wind Cut
English _62 Wind Cut You can reduce wind noise when recording sound from the built-in microphone. If "Wind Cut : On" is set, the low-frequency components in the sound picked up by the microphone will be cut off during recording: This makes it easier to hear voice and sound during playback. U...
Page 73 - Back Light
English _63 Back Light When subject is lit from behind, this function will compensate for lighting so that the subject is not too dark. item contents on-screen display "Off" Disables the function. None "On" - Backlight compensation is executed. - Backlight compensation brightens the ...
Page 74 - Setting the Interval:
English _64 recording options Interval REC (Interval recording) Interval Rec records still images at specific intervals you can set and plays them as one movie file. This function is useful to observe the movement of clouds, the changes in daylight or blooming flowers, etc. item contents on-screen d...
Page 75 - Recording
English _65 Interval recording mode is released once it has been finished. To start another interval recording, repeat steps 1~5. Captured 30 contiguous images compose a movie clip of 1 second length. Since the minimum length of a movie to be saved by the memory camcorder is one second, Interval def...
Page 76 - Fader
English _66 Fader You can give your recording a professional look by using special effects such as fade in at the beginning of a sequence or fade out at the end of a sequence. item contents on-screen display "Off" Disables the function. None "In" As soon as you start recording, the f...
Page 77 - Guideline; Digital Zoom
English _67 item contents on-screen display "Off" Only optical zoom is available up to 34x. None "On" Digital zoom is available up to 1200x. Moving the zoom lever will display the digital zoom bar. None You can also zoom with the Control (W/T) button on the LCD panel. The image quali...
Page 78 - display; playback options
English _68 MENU ITEMS Accessible items in the menu vary depending on the operation mode. See pages 47-49 for playback information and button operation. See pages 69-73 for details on menu items during playback. Menu items in Movie Play ( ) Items on-screen display Default value Page Play Option Play...
Page 79 - SETTING THE PLAy OPTION
English _69 SETTING THE PLAy OPTION You can play all movie images continuously or play the selected movie images only. You can also set the repeat option for all movie images. 1. Slide the POWER switch downward to turn on the memory camcorder. Set the appropriate storage media. (SC-MX20C/MX20CH/MX20...
Page 80 - DELETING MOVIE IMAGES
English _70 DELETING MOVIE IMAGES You can delete saved movie images. 1. Slide the POWER switch downward to turn on the memory camcorder. Set the appropriate storage media. (SC-MX20C/MX20CH/MX20E/MX20EL/MX20ER only) (If images were recorded on a memory card, insert the memory card.) 2. Press the MODE...
Page 81 - PROTECTING MOVIE IMAGES
English _71 PROTECTING MOVIE IMAGES You can protect saved important movie images from accidental deletion. Protected images will not be deleted unless you release the protection or format the memory. 1. Slide the POWER switch downward to turn on the memory camcorder. Set the appropriate storage medi...
Page 83 - FILE INFORMATION
English _73 FILE INFORMATION You can see the image information for all images. 1. Slide the POWER switch downward to turn on the memory camcorder. Set the appropriate storage media. (SC-MX20C/MX20CH/MX20E/MX20EL/MX20ER only) 2. Press the MODE button. ➥ page 22 Switches to Movie Play mode ( ). 3. Sel...
Page 84 - settings options
English _74 CHANGING THE MENU SETTINGS IN "SETTINGS" You can change the menu settings to customize your memory camcorder. Access the desired menu screen by following the steps below and change the various settings. 1. Slide POWER switch downward to turn the memory camcorder on. 2. Press MENU...
Page 86 - USING THE SETTINGS MENU ITEMS; Storage Info; Storage
English _76 USING THE SETTINGS MENU ITEMS Storage Info It shows you the storage information. You can view the storage media, used memory space and available memory space. settings contents on-screen display "Memory" It shows you the memory information of built-in storage media. (SC-MX20C/MX2...
Page 87 - Format
English _77 Format The format function completely deletes all files and options on the storage media, including protected files. You can format (initialize) recording data in the storage media. You have to format the pre-used storage media or newly purchased memory cards with this memory camcorder b...
Page 88 - Time Zone
English _78 Time Zone You can easily set the clock to the local time when using your memory camcorder while traveling. settings contents on-screen display "Home" The clock will be used according to your setting on the Date/Time Set menu. Select it when using this memory camcorder for the fir...
Page 89 - Cities used to set the time zone
English _79 Cities used to set the time zone Cities Cities London, Lisbon Adelaide Rome, Paris, Berlin, Stockholm, Madrid, Frankfurt Guam, Sydney, Brisbane Athens, Helsinki, Cairo, Ankara Solomon Islands Moskva, Riyadh Wellington, Fiji Teheran Samoa, Midway Abu Dhabi, Muscat Honolulu, Hawaii, Tahiti...
Page 90 - Date Format
English _80 Date/Time Set Set the current date and time so that the date and time are recorded correctly. ➥ page 34 Date Format You can select the date format to display. settings contents on-screen display "YY/MM/DD" The date is displayed in the order of year / month / date. - "DD/MM/YY...
Page 91 - LCD Brightness
English _81 LCD Brightness You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen to compensate for ambient lighting conditions. Press the Control button ( ) will brighten the screen whereas press the the Control button ( ) will darken the screen. A brighter LCD screen setting consumes more battery power. ...
Page 92 - Auto Power Off
English _82 Auto Power Off To save battery power, you can set the "Auto Power Off" function which turns off the memory camcorder if there is no operation for 5 minutes. settings contents on-screen display "Off" The memory camcorder does not turn off automatically. "5 Min" For...
Page 93 - Version
English _83 Version The version information could be changed without the noticement. Menu Color You can select the desired menu color to display the menu. "Blue" "Pink " "Purple" "Orange" "green" • Demo Demonstration automatically shows you the major f...
Page 94 - connecting to a pc; TRANSFERRING A RECORDED FILE THROUGH A USB CONNECTION; USB Connection Speed depending on the System; Cyberlink MediaShow4; System Requirements
English _84 connecting to a pc ✪ This chapter explains how to connect a PC using the USB cable for various actions. - When connecting a USB cable to a PC, refer to the software installation instructions and PC specifications below. TRANSFERRING A RECORDED FILE THROUGH A USB CONNECTION The camcorder ...
Page 96 - INSTALLING THE CyBERLINk MEDIASHOW4
English _86 connecting to a pc INSTALLING THE CyBERLINk MEDIASHOW4 CyberLink MediaShow4 is a software for easy of editing MPEG, AVI, and other video files, still images, and other contents for creating a movie. This software has an interface that allows editing in either timeline or storyboard mode,...
Page 98 - CONNECTING THE USB CABLE
English _88 CONNECTING THE USB CABLE Connect the USB cable to copy movie images in a recording medium to the PC and vice versa. When the USB cable is connected in Record / Play mode, the product will switch to USB mode immediately. 1. Connect the memory camcorder to the PC with a USB cable. Don’t ap...
Page 99 - VIEWING THE CONTENTS OF STORAGE MEDIA
English _89 VIEWING THE CONTENTS OF STORAGE MEDIA 1. Slide the POWER switch downward to turn on the memory camcorder. Set the appropriate storage media. ➥ page 37 (SC-MX20C/MX20CH/MX20E/MX20EL/MX20ER only) (If you want to view contents on a memory card, insert the memory card.) 2. Connect the memory...
Page 100 - Structure of folders and files on the storage media; Movie Images
English _90 connecting to a pc Structure of folders and files on the storage media The folder and file structure for built-in memory or memory card is as follows. Don’t arbitrarily change or remove the folder or file name. It may not be playable. •• Image format Movie Images Movie images are compres...
Page 101 - TRANSFERRING FILES FROM THE MEMORy CAMCORDER TO yOUR PC; Playing Back Files on the PC
English _91 TRANSFERRING FILES FROM THE MEMORy CAMCORDER TO yOUR PC You can copy movie images to your PC and view them. 1. Execute the procedure in "VIEWING THE CONTENTS OF STORAGE MEDIA." ➥ page 89 The folders in the storage media appear. 2. Create a new folder, enter the folder name, and t...
Page 102 - UPLOADING MOVIE IMAGES IN THE MEMORy CAMCORDER TO youTube; Import all
English _92 connecting to a pc You Tube Broadcast Yourself TM YouTube is a video sharing website where users can upload, view and share video clips. The San Bruno-based service uses Adobe Flash technology to display a wide variety of user-generated video content, including movie clips, TV clips and ...
Page 103 - connecting to other devices; CONNECTING TO A TV
English _93 connecting to other devices You can view the recorded movie on a large screen by connecting the memory camcorder to a TV. CONNECTING TO A TV To playback your recordings, the television must be NTSC compatible. ➥ page 99 We recommend that you use the AC power adaptor as the power source f...
Page 104 - VIEWING ON TV SCREEN
English _94 VIEWING ON TV SCREEN 1. Turn on the TV and set the input selector to the Input connection the memory camcorder is connected to. This is often referred to as "line". Refer to the TV instruction manual for how to switch the TV input. 2. Turn the memory camcorder on. Slide the POWER...
Page 106 - maintenance & additional information; MAINTENANCE; Cautions on Storing; Cleaning the memory camcorder; To clean the exterior
English _96 maintenance & additional information MAINTENANCE Your memory camcorder is a product of superior design and craftsmanship and should be treated with care. The suggestions below will help you fulfill any warranty obligations and allow you to enjoy this product for many years. ✪ For saf...
Page 107 - To clean the lens; ADDITIONAL INFORMATION; To prevent damage to the LCD screen
English _97 To clean the lens Use an optional air blower to blow out dirt and other small object. Do not wipe the lens with cloth or your fingers. If necessary, wipe gently with lens cleaning paper. - Mold may form if the lens is left dirty. - If the lens looks dimmer, turn off the memory camcorder ...
Page 108 - Battery packs; To avoid hazards
English _98 Battery packs The supplied battery pack is a lithium-ion battery. Before using the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack, be sure to read the following cautions: To avoid hazards - Do not burn. - Do not short-circuit the terminals. When transporting, carry the battery in a pl...
Page 109 - USING yOUR MEMORy CAMCORDER ABROAD; Power sources
English _99 NTSC-compatible countries/regions Bahamas, Canada, Central America, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Philippines, Taiwan, United States of America, etc. PAL-compatible countries/regions Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, China, CIS, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Gree...
Page 110 - troubleshooting; TROUBLESHOOTING; Warning indicators and messages; Power source
English _100 troubleshooting TROUBLESHOOTING ✪ Before contacting a Samsung authorized service center, perform the following simple checks. They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call. Warning indicators and messages Power source Message Icon Informs that... Action Low Battery - The...
Page 112 - Playback
English _102 Playback Message Icon Informs that... Action Read Error - Some problems occurred during reading data from storage media. Format storage media using menus after back-up important files to PC or another storage device. troubleshooting When there is moisture condensation, put aside for a w...
Page 113 - Symptoms and solutions; Power; Symptom
English _103 ✪ If you encounter any problem using your camcorder, check the following before asking for service repair. If these instructions do not solve your problem, contact the nearest Samsung authorized service center. Symptoms and solutions Power Symptom Explanation/Solution The camcorder does...
Page 114 - Displays
English _104 Displays Symptom Explanation/Solution The Recorded Image is more narrow or fat than original Image. You should check the size for recording before you record. ➥ page 61 • Unknown image appears on the LCD screen. The memory camcorder is in Demo mode. If you do not want to see Demo image,...
Page 115 - Menu
English _105 Symptom Explanation/Solution Menu items are grayed out. You cannot select grayed items in the current recording/playback mode. Most of menu items cannot be selected when you set the EASY Q function. If there is no storage media inserted, it can not be selected and will be dimmed on the ...
Page 116 - Storage Media
English _106 Storage Media Symptom Explanation/Solution Memory card functions are not operable. Insert a memory card into your camcorder properly. ➥ page 38 If you use a memory card formatted on a computer, format it again directly on your camcorder. ➥ page 77 •• Image cannot be deleted. You cannot ...
Page 117 - stop
English _107 Recording Symptom Explanation/Solution Pressing the Recording start/ stop button does not start recording. Press the MODE button to set Movie Record mode ( ). There is not enough free space to record on the built-in memory or memory card. Check if memory card is not inserted or write-pr...
Page 119 - Adjusting the image during recording
English _109 Adjusting the image during recording Symptom Explanation/Solution Focus does not adjust automatically. Set "Focus" to "Auto" . ➥ page 57 The recording conditions are not suitable for auto focus. Adjust the focus manually. ➥ page 57 The lens is dusty on the surface. Clear...
Page 120 - Playback on your memory camcorder
English _110 Playback on other devices (TV, etc.) Symptom Explanation/Solution You cannot view the image or hear the sound on the connected device. Connect the audio line of the AV cable to your camcorder or to the connected device (TV, DVD recorder, etc). (Red color- right, White color- left) The A...
Page 121 - Connecting to a computer
English _111 Connecting to a computer Symptom Explanation/Solution When using the movies, a computer does not recognize your camcorder. Install the provided software program. ➥ pages 86, 87 Disconnect the USB device other than the keyboard, the mouse and the camcorder from the computer. Disconnect t...
Page 122 - Overall operations
English _112 Overall operations Symptom Explanation/Solution The date and time are incorrect. Has the camcorder been left unused for a long period of time? The backup built-in rechargeable battery may be discharged. ➥ page 35 • The camcorder does not turn on, or does not operate by pressing any butt...
Page 123 - System; specifications
English _113 Model Name: SC-MX20/SC-MX20B/SC-MX20H/SC-MX20L/SC-MX20R SC-MX20C/SC-MX20CH/SC-MX20E/SC-MX20EL/SC-MX20ER System Video signal NTSC Picture compression format H.264/AVC Format Audio compression format AAC (Advanced Audio Coding) Recording resolution TV Super Fine (about 5.0Mbps), TV Fine (...
Page 124 - Warranty; SAMSUNg
Warranty SAMSUNg LIMITED WARRANTY SAMSUNG Electronics America Inc. (SEA), warrants that this product is free from defective material and workmanship. SEA further warrants that if product fails to operate properly within the specified warranty period and the failure is due to improper workmanship or ...
Page 125 - RoHS compliant
RoHS compliant Our product complies with “The Restriction Of the use of certain Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic equipment”, and we do not use the 6 hazardous materials- Cadmium(Cd), Lead (Pb), Mercury (Hg), Hexavalent Chromium (Cr +6), Poly Brominated Biphenyls (PBBs), Poly Bromina...