basic recording

RECORDING VIDEOS

This camcorder supports both High Definition (HD) and Standard Definition (SD) image resolutions. Set your desired resolution before recording. ￿page 62

PRECHECK!

Insert a memory card. ￿page 32

Set the appropriate storage media. (HMX-S15/S16 only) ￿page 31

Select the Video record ( ) mode by pressing the MODE button. ￿page 27

1.Select a subject to record.

Adjust the LCD panel to the best angle for recording.

Use the Zoom lever or Zoom button to adjust the size of the subject. ￿page 44

2.Press the Recording start/stop button.

The recording (￿) indicator appears and recording starts.

3.To stop recording, press the Recording start/stop button again.

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Two recording start/stop buttons to suit your preference!

This camcorder features two Recording start/stop buttons.

One is on the rear side of the camcorder, the other is on the LCD screen. Select the one that works best for you.

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Using the external microphone (not supplied)

Ø 3.5 stereo mini-jack

 

When you use the built-in microphone for recording, the microphone may record the mechanical noise of the camcorder. When you record in a quiet environment, we recommend that you use an external microphone.

Connect an external microphone (not supplied) to the external microphone jack of this camcorder.

• The internal microphone is automatically turned off when you attach an external microphone.

Zoom MIC and Voice Reduction functions are automatically turned off.

The sensitivity level may differ depending on the microphone. Use the MIC Level menu to find the appropriate recording sound level. Otherwise, loud sounds may produce distortion.

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Samsung HMX-S15BN/XAA, HMX-S10BN/XAA manual Basic recording, Recording Videos, Using the external microphone not supplied