Samsung HMX-S15 Press the Mode button to set the Video record mode, Recording stops automatically

troubleshooting

Recording

	Symptom	Explanation/Solution
		• Press the MODE button to set the Video record mode. ￿page 27
	Pressing the Recording start/stop	• There is not enough free space to record on the storage media.
	button does not start recording.	• Check if memory card is not inserted or write-protect tab is set to
		lock.
		• The estimated recording time may vary depending on content and
	The actual recording time is less	features used.
	than the estimated recording time.	• When you record an object that moves fast, the actual recording
		time may be shortened.
		• There is no more free space for recording on the storage media.
		Back up important files on your PC and format the storage media
		or delete the unnecessary files.
	The recording stops automatically.	• If you make recordings or delete files frequently, the performance
		of the storage media deteriorates. If this occurs, format the storage
		media again.
		• If you use a memory card with low writing speed, the camcorder
		automatically stops recording videos and a corresponding
		message appears on the LCD screen.
	When recording a subject
	illuminated by bright light, a vertical	• This is not a malfunction.
	line appears.
	When the screen is exposed to
	direct sunlight during recording, the	• This is not a malfunction.
	screen becomes red or black for an
	instant.
	During recording, the date/time	• “Date/Time Display” is set to “Off.” Set the “Date/Time Display”
	does not display.	to On. ￿page 90
		• Set your camcorder to the Photo record mode. ￿page 27
		• Release the lock on the write-protection tab of the memory card if
	You cannot record a photo image.	any.
		• The storage media is full. Use a new memory card or format the
		storage media. ￿page 97 Or remove unnecessary images.
		￿page 110
		• Set “Shutter Sound” to “On.”
	You don’t hear the shutter sound	• During dual recording, the Shutter Sound is off.
142	when you record a photo image.	• When the Mini HDMI cable or Audio/Video cable is connected to
		the camcorder, the Shutter Sound is not available.