Samsung HMX-H300BP/XER, HMX-H304SP/MEA manual Troubleshooting, Battery, Storage media, 101

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Troubleshooting

Before contacting a Samsung authorized service centre, perform the following simple checks.

They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call.

WARNING INDICATORS AND MESSAGES

Problems may occur because of the following reasons. Check the information and take corrective action.

Battery

Message

 

Icon

 

Informs that ...

 

 

Action

Low Battery

 

-

 

The battery is almost discharged.

 

Replace with a charged battery or connect the AC power

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

adaptor.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check authenticity

 

 

 

The battery cannot pass

 

• Check whether the battery is authentic. If not, change to an

 

-

 

 

authentic Samsung battery.

of the battery.

 

 

authenticity check.

 

We recommend you use only genuine Samsung batteries in this

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

camcorder.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Storage media

Message

Icon

Informs that ...

 

Action

 

 

 

 

• Delete unnecessary files in the internal memory.

Internal Memory

 

 

There is not enough space to

Back-up files to your PC or another storage media and delete

Full

 

 

record in the internal memory.

 

files.

 

 

 

 

• Use a memory card.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Insert card

 

 

There is no memory card inserted

Insert a memory card.

 

 

in the memory card slot.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Delete unnecessary files from the memory card.

Card Full

 

 

There is not enough space to

Back-up files to a PC or another storage media, and then

 

 

 

delete unneeded files.

 

 

record on the memory card.

 

 

 

 

• Replace the memory card with another card that has enough

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

free space.

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Contents High Definition Digital Camcorder Precautions Safety Warnings Important Information on USEBefore using this camcorder Followed Safety informationSafety information Safety information Safety information Contents Contents 101 Connecting to a TV112 115Insert a memory card. page Quick start guideYou can record videos in H.264 format Quick start guide Using ‘Quick On STBY’ by opening/closing the LCD screenRecording videos Recording photosYou can enjoy HD high definition videos on an HDTV. page Viewing videos or photos on the LCD screenViewing on a high definition TV STEP Delete videos or photos Sharing videos/photos on YouTube/Flickr/FaceBookCamcorder Getting to know the camcorderWhats Included with Your Front & Left Getting to know the camcorderLocation of Controls Right Top & Bottom Identifying the Screen Displays Record modeLeft of the LCD screen Centre of the LCD screenTop of the LCD screen Bottom of the LCD screen Video play modePhoto play mode Attaching the Grip Belt Getting startedAttaching the Ferrite Core Ferrite CoreAttaching the battery Using the BatteryDetaching the battery Getting startedUsing the AC power adaptor Using the USB cable Charging the BatteryTo charge the battery Battery level display Checking the Battery StateColour of the LED indicates the power or charging state To check the charging stateUsing an AC power source About the battery Basic operation of the camcorder When using this camcorder for the first timeTurning Your Camcorder ON/OFF LCD screenBasic operation of the camcorder Adjusting the LCD ScreenFull and minimum display modes alternate Setting the Operation Modes Using the Display ButtonFull display mode Minimum display mode Touch Using the Touch PanelSetting the Time Zone and DATE/TIME for the First Time First time settingsSupported languages First time settingsSelecting the Languages Submenu items About the storage mediaSelecting the Storage Media HMX-H303/H304/H305 only Inserting / Ejecting a Memory Card not Supplied About the storage mediaTo 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 Recording time available for video in minutes Recordable Time and CapacityRecordable number of photos Unit Approximate minutes of recordingAppears, and recording starts Basic recordingRecording Videos Basic recording Capturing Photos During Video Recording Select a subject to record When the subject is in focusRecording Photos Recording with Ease for Beginners Smart Auto When recording a close-upTo zoom ZoomingTo zoom out Zoom speedUnderstanding OIS Anti-Shake OIS Optical Image StabilizerUse the Anti-ShakeOIS function in the following cases Basic playback Changing the Playback ModeTo change thumbnail display type Sorted by datePlaying Videos Basic playbackPlayback / Pause / Stop Frame by frame playback To adjust the volumeSearch playback Skip playbackTouch the photo you want to display Viewing PhotosTo start a slide show in the menu screen Viewing a slide show Zooming during photo playbackHandling Menus Using the menu itemsRecording menu items Using the menu itemsMenu Items Slide Show Option  available, X not available Playback menu itemsEdit Combine Scene Video ResolutionAdvanced recording You can select the resolution of the photo to be recorded Video Quality Photo ResolutionAdvanced recording You can select the quality of the video to be recordedUnderstanding White Balance Photo Sharpness White BalanceTouch the Menu Aperture Indicator appearsTo set the white balance manually Set White BalanceShutter Touch the Menu Tab  ShutterUnderstanding Aperture Super C.Nite Increase Tab to adjustTouch the Menu Tab  EV Understanding EV Exposure ValueFocus Focusing manually during recordingTouch Scenes to set focus manually forDigital Effect Using the touch point functionExamples of  Digital Effect options To activate the touch point with a long touchRecording a video with Fade effect FaderTele Macro Cont. Shot Touch the Menu tab  Wind Cut Touch the desired submenu item Wind Cut Digital ZoomSelf Timer Time Lapse REC Example of Time Lapse Recording Off Disables Time Lapse REC135 seconds Total time for recording Recording intervalDeleting files after Quick View Quick ViewGuideline Advanced playbackPlay Option You can select a specific video playback optionHighlight playback time to the duration of a video Advanced playbackHighlight File appears Slide Show Option File InfoYou can see the image information for all images You can erase your recordings one by one or all at once Editing filesDelete Protect Editing filesFiles you want to protect, touch Touch Yes If you selected All On,Images are copied All Files Copy all images Copy HMX-H303/H304/H305 onlyPlayback control tabs DivideTouch the pause Point of division, and then touchTouch the video thumbnails CombineSelected videos. Touching Video thumbnail toggles a Or not selectedSetting Menu Items System settingTouch the Menu  Setting System settingStorage Info HMX-H303/H304/H305 only Tab  Storage InfoBetween the two locations Setting the local timeFile No Time Zone Date Type Date/Time Set Time TypeYou can set the display format for the time Touch the Menu Tab  Time TypeDate/Time Display Touch the Menu  Setting tab  Date/Time DisplayAuto LCD Off Beep Sound Shutter Sound Quick On Stby Auto Power Off Quick On StbyTab  Auto Power Off PC Software Tab  Hdmi TV Out USB Connect Hdmi TV OutConnected the camcorder to TV Connect Guide TV Display On the TV screen when you have connected your camcorderTo a TV Tab  TV DisplaySubmenu items HMX-H 0 /H 04/H 0  only Format Default SetLanguage Demo Anynet+ HDMI-CEC Off Disable the Demo function On Enables the Demo functionUsing the Demo function Connecting to a High Definition TV with Hdmi Connecting to a TVUsing a mini Hdmi cable What is Anynet+ function?Connecting to a Regular TV Connecting to a TVConnecting an Audio/Video cable for the composite OutputImage appearance depends on the TV screen aspect ratio Viewing on a TV ScreenDubbing to a VCR or DVD/HDD Recorder Dubbing videosPrinting photos To cancel the print settingDirect Printing with a Pictbridge Printer To set the number of printsTo set the date/time imprint for Pictbridge printers Printing photosWhat YOU can do with a Windows Computer Using with a Windows computerMain functions System requirementsUsing the Intelli-studio Programme Using with a Windows computerConnecting the USB cable To disconnect the USB cableAbout the Intelli-studio main window Editing videos or photos Playing back videos or photosSharing the videos/photos online Viewing the contents of storage media Using AS a Removable Storage DevicePhoto file ➁ Video file H.264 ➀Battery TroubleshootingStorage media 101Lower resolution Troubleshooting102 Replace memory card with a faster card103 RecordingEditing videos 104Only two files can be combined Over than 1.8GB Combined Function105 USB106 Display Symptoms and SolutionsPower 107 SymptomAdjusting the image during recording 108 Playback on your camcorder Sound from a TV connected using the Hdmi Protected CablePlayback on other devices TV, etc 109110 Connecting to a computerMenu items that cannot be used at the same time Overall operationsAperture Manual, Shutter Manual 111Maintenance Maintenance & additional informationCleaning the camcorder To clean the lensUsing Your Camcorder Abroad Maintenance & additional informationPower sources PAL-compatible countries/regionsAF Auto Focus GlossaryPAL SpecificationsRegion Country Contact Centre  Web Site Contact Samsung world wideContact Samsung world wide Correct disposal of batteries in this product Electrical and electronic equipment, and we do not use RoHS compliant
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HMX-H300BP/XIL, HMX-H303BP/MEA, HMX-H300BP/EDC, HMX-H304BP/XER, HMX-H300UP/MEA specifications

The Samsung HMX-H300SP/EDC is a compact and feature-rich camcorder designed for both amateur and semi-professional videographers. This device is engineered to capture high-resolution video with remarkable clarity and color fidelity, making it an excellent choice for a variety of recording needs, from family events to travel documentaries.

One of the standout features of the HMX-H300SP/EDC is its ability to record in Full HD 1080p at 60fps, ensuring that videos come out smooth and detailed. The camcorder is equipped with a powerful 3.0-inch touchscreen LCD display that provides a user-friendly interface, allowing users to navigate settings and playback footage with ease. This display also enhances the shooting experience by offering a clear view of framing and compositions.

The HMX-H300SP/EDC employs Samsung’s advanced optical zoom technology, featuring a 20x optical zoom lens that allows for close-up shots without sacrificing image quality. This capability enables users to capture distant subjects easily, making it ideal for outdoor events and nature photography.

In terms of storage, the camcorder supports SD/SDHC memory cards, providing ample space for extensive video recording. Coupled with its dual codec functionality, users can choose to record in either AVCHD or MP4 formats, which allows for greater flexibility when it comes to editing and sharing videos. Availing of these formats is crucial for compatibility with various editing software and platforms.

Another key technology incorporated into the HMX-H300SP/EDC is the Smart Auto feature, which intelligently selects the best settings based on the shooting environment. This functionality is particularly beneficial for novice users, as it takes the guesswork out of adjusting settings, allowing them to focus more on the creative aspects of filming.

For audio capture, the camcorder features a built-in stereo microphone that ensures crystal clear sound quality, enhancing the overall production value of the recorded videos. Additionally, with the help of features such as the Wind Cut function, users can reduce unwanted background noise during outdoor filming.

The stylish and lightweight design of the HMX-H300SP/EDC makes it exceptionally portable, ensuring that users can take it anywhere. Its ergonomic shape and easy-to-reach controls contribute to a comfortable filming experience, even during extended use.

In summary, the Samsung HMX-H300SP/EDC is a versatile camcorder packed with innovative features that cater to a diverse range of videography needs. With its exceptional video quality, flexible recording formats, and user-friendly interface, it stands out as a reliable choice for anyone looking to capture life's moments with professional flair.