Samsung VP-X300L manual Getting to Know Your Sports Camcorder, Features

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Getting to Know Your Sports Camcorder

Features

Multifunctional Sports Camcorder

This Sport Camcorder packs various functions into one tiny device. This pocked-sized unit is a digital camcorder, an MP3 player, voice recorder, web cam(PC camera) and a portable data storage device.

Digital Video Camcorder

Records enhanced quality video in MPEG4 ASP(Advanced Simple Profile) format(720 x 576) at 25fps for high resolution, life-like images.

100x Digital Zoom

Allows the user to magnify an image up to 100x its original size.

Colourful TFT LCD

A high-resolution(211K) colourful TFT LCD gives you clean, sharp images as well as the ability to review your recorded files immediately.

Electronic Image Stabilizer (EIS)

The EIS helps you reduce unstable images by compensating for natural shaking movements.

Various Digital Effects

The DSE (Digital Special Effects) allows you to give the film a special look by adding various special effects.

USB Interface for Data Transfer

You can transfer movie files or any other files to a PC using the USB interface.

PC Cam for multi-entertaining

You can use this Sports Camcorder as a PC camera for video chatting, video conference and other PC camera applications.

Voice Record / Playback with vast memory

You can record voices and store it in the memory card (not supplied) and play back the recorded voice files.

Download & Listen to MP3 Files

With the Sports Camcorder, you can play back MP3 files stored in the memory card (not supplied). Enjoy your favorite songs with your Sports Camcorder.

A Sports Camcorder equipped with External Camera Module (VP-X300L only)

The Sports Camcorder is equipped with an External Camera Module, which enables you to directly record when connected to the main unit

Weatherproof (External Camera Module only) (VP-X300L only)

The External Camera Module is weatherproof according to IP42 standard. IP-Protection Level

4- The External Camera is protected against contact from solid objects over 0.04inch in diameter.

2- The External Camera is protected against water sprayed from a vertical position above the centre of Sports Camcorder top (Power LED facing up) at 15 degree angles.

Multi OSD Language

Supports various foreign languages to display the menu and information. You can select the desired OSD language from OSD list.

Multi jack

The Multi jack functions as an Earphone, AV Input/Output or *External Camera Module jack. You can use various functions with only one jack.

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Contents Owner’s Instruction Book AD68-01228FContents Getting Started MP3 Mode Using File Browser Using the External Camera Module VP-X300L only Contents Precautions when using the Sports Camcorder For Example English Precautions Regarding Service Precautions Regarding Replacement PartsFeatures Getting to Know Your Sports CamcorderAccessories Supplied with the Sports Camcorder Basic AccessoriesOptional Accessory Extended life Battery packHow to Connect Earphones Location of ControlsRear & Left View Lens Battery pack Battery eject switch Front cover USB port Side & Bottom ViewUsable Memory Cards 4GB Max Left SidePOWER/Record/Stop button External Camera Module View VP-X300L onlyBottom View Built-in microphone Lens Clip Rubber MountOSD On Screen Display in Movie Record Mode/Movie Play Mode Movie Record Mode Movie Play ModeLocation of Controls LCD Display OSD On Screen Display in MP3 Mode MP3 ModeOSD On Screen Display in Voice Record Mode/Voice Play Mode Voice Record Mode Voice Play ModeFile Browser Mode System Settings Mode How to Use the Battery Pack Battery Pack Installation / EjectionTo insert the battery pack To eject the battery packMaintaining the Battery Pack Continuous recording time based on battery typeTime Continuous Recording Time Battery SB-P190A 1900mAhBattery Level Display Battery Level IndicatorTips for Battery Identification StbyCharging the Battery Pack Turn off the Sports Camcorder by pressing the Power buttonMake sure you turn the power off when using the USB cable Connecting the AC Power AdapterLED Colour indicates the power or charge status Recording / Charging IndicatorGetting Started LED ColourUsing the Mode button Using the Function button Using the JoystickUsing the Menu button Press the Menu buttonUsing the Display button Using the Delete buttonIf you press the Display button in Movie mode If you press the Display button in another modeStructure of the Folders and Files Recording Time and Capacity Movie Record TimeRecording time and capacity is an approximation Media Capacity Super Fine NormalNumber of MP3 files that can be saved Voice Record TimeMedia Capacity MP3 files Media Capacity TimeUsing a Memory card SD/MMC not supplied Inserting / Ejecting the memory card SD/MMC not supplied Card typeHow to set to Movie mode Movie Record screen appearsMovie Mode Recording RecordingPress Record/Stop button to start recording Press the Record/Stop button again to stop recordingSlide the W/T switch down to zoom Zooming In and OutZoom Out Movie Mode Playing Playing Movie Files on the LCD monitorPress the Play button or JoystickOK Playing Multiple Movie Files Multi-view screen appearsRepeatedly Mode Move the Joystick up to increase the volume Move the Joystick down to decrease the volumeControls used to play the movie file FPS rateMovie Mode Setting the Recording Options Setting the Movie SizePress the Menu button to exit the menu Available options are 720x576Setting the Movie Quality Available options are Super Fine / Fine / NormalSetting the White Balance Move the Joystick left / right to select White BalanceJoystickOK Selected function icon is displayedSetting the Program AE Programmed Auto Exposure Setting the Effect Move the Joystick left / right to select EffectJoystickOK You can apply various digital effects to your recordingSetting the EIS Electronic Image Stabilizer On Enables EIS function Off Disables EIS functionSetting the Focus Manual Focus MFAF Set the focus automatically MF Set the focus manually Setting the BLC Backlight Compensation On Set the BLC function Off Cancel the BLC functionSetting the Digital Zoom Apply digital zooming. up toSetting the Record Mode Setting the Line In/Out Sports Camcorder is set to the selected settingMovie Mode Setting the Viewing Options Screen switches to multi-viewDeleting Movie Files Deleting a Movie File in Full Screen-ViewSetting the Play Mode Locking Movie Files Selected movie file is lockedHow to set to MP3 mode Set the MP3 mode by pressing the Mode buttonMP3 Mode Storing MP3 Files in the Sports Camcorder Disconnecting USB ConnectionPress the Power button to turn on the Sports Camcorder Copying MP3 Files to the Sports CamcorderMP3 Mode Playing Set the MP3 mode by pressing the Mode buttonPlaying MP3 Files MP3 playlist appearsMP3 Mode Setting the MP3 Play Options Set the MP3 mode by pressing the Mode buttonDeleting MP3 Files Setting the Repeat Play MP3 playlist appearsSetting the Equalizer Movie Record screen appears. Everytime.mp3Off / Pop / Classic / Jazz Selected option is appliedLocking MP3 Files Locking MP3 Files in MP3 playlistLocking an MP3 File in Full screen Voice Recorder Mode Voice Recorder Mode Recording Set the Voice Recorder mode by pressing the Mode buttonRecording Voice Files Press the Record / Stop button to start recordingVoice Recorder Mode Playing To adjust the volume, move the Joystick up / downVolume indicator appears and disappears after a few seconds Playing Voice FilesVoice Recorder Mode Setting the Voice Play Options Deleting Voice FilesOK Deletes the selected voice file 11/3 Locking Voice Files Lock The selected voice file is lockedUsing File Browser Using File Browser Set the File Browser mode by pressing the Mode buttonViewing Files or Folders Selected file will be played backSelect the desired file or folder by using the JoystickOK Deleting Files or FoldersYou want appears OK The selected file or folder will be deletedTo Movie Record mode Locking1 FilesYou can lock the important files so they can not be deleted Lock The selected file is lockedViewing1 File Information Press the JoystickOK to view the file informationPress the JoystickOK to finish viewing file information You can see the file name, format, size and dateSetting the Sports Camcorder Setting the Sports Camcorder Setting USB Mode Setting USB ModeSet the System Settings mode by pressing the Mode button System Settings screen appearsSetting the Sports Camcorder Setting Memory Setting the File No. FunctionPrevious information can not be restored after formatting FormatYou can format the memory card to erase all files Viewing Memory Space Memory SpaceSetting the Sports Camcorder Adjusting the LCD monitor Adjusting the LCD BrightnessSetting the Sports Camcorder Adjusting Date/Time Setting Date&TimeYou can set the date/time using this menu Setting Date Format You can select the date format to displaySetting Time Format You can select the time format to displaySetting Date/Time Display Selected Date/Time is displayed in Movie modeYou can set to display date and time on the LCD monitor Setting the Sports Camcorder Setting the System Settings Setting the Beep SoundMove the Joystick left / right to select Beep Sound ButtonSetting Start-up Mode Resetting the Sports Camcorder Selecting Language You can select the desired language of the Sports CamcorderSetting the Auto Shut off Setting the Demonstration Function Viewing Version Information Move the Joystick left / right to select Version InfoYou can see the firmware version information Firmware version of the Sports Camcorder is displayedSetting the Sports Camcorder Using USB Mode Transferring files to a computerYou can transfer the files to your PC Connect the Sports Camcorder to your PC with the USB cableMove the Joystick left / right to select USB Mode When finished, disconnect the USB cableOther PC camera applications Turn on your PCModule VP-X300L only Moments with the External Camera Module and accessories Turn the Picture Rotator to the desired directionRecording Turned onMounting the External Camera Module on Rubber Mount Using the Long Mount Band Miscellaneous Information Miscellaneous Information USB Interface Environment USB connection to a computerPC System Requirements Miscellaneous Information Installing Software Installing DV Media ProInstalling Driver DV Driver and DirectX Click on DV Driver on the Setup screenSetting up Ulead Video Studio Ulead Video StudioVideo Codec Miscellaneous Information Connecting To Other Devices Connecting to a PC using a USB CableConnecting to a PC Playing Files Disconnecting from a PCConnecting to a TV monitor Movie Record mode is displayed on the TV screenLine Input Connecting to a VCR / DVD Recorder Recording unscrambled content from other digital devices Line OutputMaintenance Cleaning and Maintaining the Sports Camcorder After using the Sports CamcorderCleaning the Body Using the Built-in Rechargeable BatteryTo Clean the Exterior of the Sports Camcorder Charging the Built-in Rechargeable BatteryRegarding the Battery Using the Sports Camcorder Abroad Power SourcesColour System PAL-Compatible Countries / RegionsTroubleshooting Symptom Possible Causes MeasureSelf Diagnosis Display Display Informs that… ActionUse a lighting apparatus to brighten the scene PlaceClear the lens and check the focus Memory card will not loadUsing the Menu MP3System Settings Voice Recorder File BrowserSpecifications ConnectorsModel Name GeneralModel Name VP-X300/X300L AC Adapter External Cmos CameraIndex 103~106Power Sources United Kingdom Only Contact Samsung World Wide Sports Camcorder is Manufactured by RoHS compliant