Samsung HMX-U20BN Using an AC power source, About the battery life, About the running time

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About the battery life

Battery capacity decreases over time and through repeated use. If decreased usage time between charges becomes significant, it is probably time to replace the battery it with a new one.

Each battery’s life is affected by storage, operating, and environmental conditions.

About the running time

Times listed were measured when using the camcorder at 77˚F (25˚C). As the environmental temperature and conditions vary, the actual battery time may differ from the approximate times given in the table.

The recording and playback time may be shorter depending on the conditions under which you use your camcorder. For example, in actual recording, the battery may discharge 2-3 times faster than listed if you use Record start/stop and Zoom frequently, and use playback to view your recordings. Assume that the recordable time with a fully charged battery is between 1/2 and 1/3 of the time in the table, so have enough batteries to allow for the time you are planning to record on the camcorder.

The recording and playback time will be shorter when you use your camcorder in low temperatures.

On the battery

The charging (CHG) indicator blinks during charging, or battery Info will not be correctly displayed under the following conditions:

-The battery is not inserted correctly.

-The battery is damaged.

-The battery is worn-out. (For the battery information only)

Using an AC power source

We recommend that you use the AC power adaptor to power the camcorder from a household AC outlet when you set functions, play back, or edit images, or use it indoors. Make the same connections as you do when charging the battery. page 16

On the AC power adaptor

Use a nearby wall outlet when using the AC power adaptor. Disconnect the AC power adaptor from the wall outlet immediately if any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder.

Do not use the AC power adaptor in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture.

Do not short-circuit the DC plug of the AC power adaptor or battery terminals with any metallic objects. This may cause a malfunction.

Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power is still supplied to it while connected to the wall outlet via the AC power adaptor.

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Contents High Definition Digital Camcorder Product Safety WarningsPrecautions Important Information on USE Before using this camcorderPage Important safety instructions Ventilation Overloading ViiViii User Installer CautionSafety information Do not dispose of battery in a fire as it may explode Page Xii Contents Photo Resolution Video ResolutionPlay Mode Setting menu itemsUsing with a Windows Computer You can record videos in H.264 format Quick start guideRecording photos Press the Photo button fully when you are readyRecording videos with HD high definition image quality Viewing on a high definition TV Viewing the LCD screen of your camcorderYou can enjoy HD High Definition videos on a connected HDTV. Pages 60~64Delete videos or photos Sharing videos/photos on Youtube/Flickr/FaceBookOptional accessories Checking your accessoriesGetting to know the camcorder Whats Included with Your CamcorderFront & Right side Location of ControlsRear/Left/Bottom side Identifying the Screen Displays Record modePhoto play mode Video play modeGetting started Using the BatteryInserting the battery Ejecting the battery Using the AC power adaptor Using the built-in USB jack Charging the batteryBattery level display Checking the Battery StateCharging CHG indicator To check the charging stateBattery type Available running time for the batteryAbout the battery Maintaining the batteryAbout the battery life Using an AC power sourceOn the battery On the AC power adaptorTurning Your Camcorder ON/OFF Setting the Operating ModesWhen using this camcorder for the first time Using the Shortcut Menu OK Guide Display Using OK ButtonTurning the Power on and Setting the Date and Time first time settingsBuilt-in rechargeable battery Charging the built-in rechargeable batterySubmenu items Selecting the OSD LanguageINSERTING/EJECTING a Memory Card not Supplied Getting ready to start recordingTo insert a memory card To eject a memory cardCompatible memory cards Selecting a Suitable Memory Card not SuppliedSdhc Secure Digital High Capacity cards Common cautions for memory cardsHandling a memory card Recordable number of photos Recordable Time and CapacityRecordable time for videos Basic Camcorder Positioning Using the Wrist StrapAdjusting the shooting angle Recording Videos or Photos RecordingTo record videos Press the Recording start/stop ButtonQuick View Recording with Auto Scene Detection Smart Auto Button again Capturing Photos During Video Recording Dual RecordingTo zoom out Zooming in and OUTTo zoom Basic playback Changing the Playback ModePlaying Videos Various playback operations Viewing Photos Zooming During Photo Playback For example Setting the Video Resolution in the record mode Changing the Menu SettingsAdvanced recording Recording Menu ItemsYou can select the resolution of video to be recorded Video ResolutionPress the Menu button Button Video Resolution OK button Press the Menu button to exit the menuYou can select the resolution of the photo to be recorded Photo ResolutionPress the Menu button Button Photo Resolution Zoom MuteTime Lapse REC Time Lapse REC only supports the 1080/30p resolutionTimeline Example of Time Lapse RecordingPress the Menu button Play Mode Play ModeAdvanced playback Playback Menu ItemsPress the Menu button Button Delete DeletePress the Menu button Button Protect ProtectEdit Divide OK DivideShare Mark Share marking procedure for a video longer than 10 minutesFile Info Slide ShowYou can see the image information for all images Press the Menu button Button File Info OK buttonStorage Info System settingSetting Menu Items Format Press the / button File No. OK button File NoDate/Time Set Auto LCD Off LCD BrightnessShutter Sound Beep SoundPC Software Auto Power OffTV Display TV Connect GuideAnynet+ HDMI-CEC Default SetLanguage System requirements What YOU can do with a Windows ComputerMain functions Connecting the USB cable Using the Intelli-studio ProgramAbout the Intelli-studio main window Editing videos or photos Playing back videos or photosSharing the videos/photos online Step Direct uploading your videos onto YouTubeInstalling Intelli-studio on a Windows computer Viewing the contents of storage media Using AS a Removable Storage DeviceVideo file H.264 ➀ Structure of folders and files on the storage mediaPhoto file ➁ Image formatConnecting to a TV Connecting to other devicesUsing a mini Hdmi cable not supplied What is Anynet+?Using the Audio/Video cable composite connection Image appearance depends on LCD or TV screen ratio TV and LCD Monitor Image DisplaysRecording Dubbing Images on a VCR or DVD/HDD Recorder Dubbing videosStorage media TroubleshootingPlayback RecordingDisplay Symptoms and SolutionsOperable Recording stops automatically Or delete unnecessary files Playback on other devices TV, etc Adjusting the image during recordingPlayback on your camcorder Connecting to a computer Menu Connecting/Dubbing with other devices TV, DVD recorder, etcGeneral operations Lens MaintenanceLCD screen Power sources Using Your Camcorder AbroadOn TV color systems NTSC-compatible countries/regionsModel name Video signalSpecifications Samsung Limited Warranty WarrantySamsung