Samsung SMX-K45LP, SMX-K45BP, SMX-K44SP, SMX-K40SP, SMX-K44BP

Connectingtoanormal(standarddefinition)TV(16:9/4:3)

Camcorder

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ON OFF

Normal TV

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R

AUDIO

L

Audio/Video cable

VIDEO

Use the provided Audio/Video cable to connect the camcorder to a TV as follows:

1.Connect the provided Audio/Video cable to the Audio/Video cable to the TV.

2.Turn on your TV and set the TV’s input selector to the Input your camcorder is connected to.

• Refer to the TV’s instruction manual to see how to select the TV input.

•If only a mono audio input is available on the TV set, use the white plug (audio L) on the audio cable.

•Do not use excessive force when connecting the cables.

•It is recommended to use the AC power adaptor as the power source.

•Before connecting, make sure that the volume on the TV is turned down: forgetting this may cause feedback from the TV speakers.

•Carefully connect the input and output cables to the corresponding connections on the device the camcorder is being used with.

Stereo Type		Monaural Type
AUDIO	VIDEO	AUDIO	VIDEO
R	L
		White	Yellow
Red	Yellow

White

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Samsung SMX-K45LP, SMX-K45BP, SMX-K44SP, SMX-K40SP, SMX-K44BP, SMX-K40LP ConnectingtoanormalstandarddefinitionTV169/43

Contents

Memory Camcorder High-resolution colour widescreen LCD 2.7 Wide TFT LCD Key features of your memory camcorder Make all your recordings with a simple View button Capturing photo imageTime lapse recording catches the moment Direct upload of your videos to the web Follow these basic safety precautions Safety warningsPrecautions Important Note Before Using this CamcorderImportant information on use Do not subject the camcorder to impact Be careful of unusual ambient temperatureLiquid crystal display Hold the camcorder correctly Do not use the camcorder near an ultrasonic humidifier Do not clean the camcorder body with benzene or thinnerDo not expose the camcorder to soot or steam Do not use the camcorder near corrosive gas Correct disposal of batteries in this product This precaution must be kept Precautions during use Do not dispose of battery pack in a fire as it may explode Englishxi XiiEnglish Contents Playback Recording options Playback options SETTINGs Options 127 Connecting to other devices Using with a Windows computerMaintenance & additional information Insert a memory card. Quick start guide LCD screen Press the Recording start/stop buttonTo stop recording, press the Recording start/ stop button Play back videos or photos Delete videos or photos Exact shape of each item may vary by model Getting to know your camcorderWhats Included with Your camcorder 7 8 9 Front & left View Right & TOP / Bottom View Rear View Attaching the Core Filter Adjusting the LCD ScreenPreparation Attaching the Grip Belt Slide and close the battery slot cover Connecting a Power SourceInserting the battery pack Ejecting the battery pack Outlet Using the AC powerUsing the USB cable Adaptor Charging CHG lamp Battery Level DisplayColour of the charging indicator shows the charging state Mode Video resolutionContinuous Recording without zoom TV Fine TV Normal Web Fine Web Normal Handling the battery pack About the battery pack About the battery life Maintaining the battery pack Using a household power source Turning the camcorder on or off Setting the operating modesBasic Operation of Your Camcorder Power saving mode does not work in the following situations Switching to the Power Saving ModeStby mode Playback mode Includes the thumbnail view mode Video and Photo record mode LCD Screen Indicators Video and Photo record mode Shortcut menu Manual Video and Photo record mode Shortcut menu OK Guide Video Play mode Single View Video Play mode Thumbnail View Reverse playback search Video Play mode Shortcut menu OK GuideVolume Down Volume Up Photo Play mode Single View Photo Play mode Thumbnail View Menu screen, the Display button will be deactivated Turning the Screen Indicators ON/OFFUsing the LCD Enhancer Function Switching the information display mode Setting the ANTI-SHAKE OIS Optical Image Stabilizer Shortcut Menu OK Guide Shortcut menu OK guide cannot be used in the Easy Q mode Video Play Mode Photo Play Shortcut function using the Control buttonsButton Record / mode Play Mode Turning the power on and setting the date and time Initial Setting Time ZONE, Date and Time & OSD Language Selecting the OSD language Selecting the Storage Media SMX-K44/K45 only Using the built-in memory SMX-K44/K45 onlyUsing a memory card not supplied About the storage media Close the cover Inserting / Ejecting a Memory CardInserting a memory card Ejecting a memory card You can use an Sdhc memory card Selecting a Suitable Memory CardSdhc Secure Digital High Capacity Memory Card Memory card is a compact portable storage media Camcorder supports Sdhc memory card for data storage Handling a memory card Recordable time for videos Recordable time and capacity TV Super Fine, TV Fine, TV Normal, Web Fine, Web Normal Press the Recording start/stop button RecordingRecording Videos To cancel Easy q mode Recording with Ease for Beginners Easy q Mode Taking Photos Set Zoom Type to Digital Zoom. Zooming in and OUT Playback Changing the Playback ModeHow to change between video and photo thumbnail view Shortcut menu for playback will be displayed for a while Playing Videos Adjusting the volume Various Playback Operations Doing so may damage the recorded data Viewing Photos Recording options Changing the Menu SettingsYou can also access the shortcut menu using the OK button. Selected item is applied and the indicator is displayed Items Menu ItemsRecording menu items You can the menu items for video or photos recording Using the Recording Menu ItemsContents On-screen display Auto ISCENE Records in 1600x1200 resolution Contents On-screen displayRecords in 1696x960 resolution Records in 848x480 resolution Wide Setting the white balance manually Select Custom WB On-screen Display Setting the aperture manuallySets the aperture value automatically Sets the aperture value manually Speed, then press the OK button Setting the shutter speed manuallyRecommended shutter speed when recording Manualexposureisrecommendedinsituations SettingtheexposuremanuallyEV Exposure Value Back Light ContentsNite Focussing diffi cult or unreliable Facedetection FocusTo concentrate on the creative side of your recording Manualfocusisrecommendedinthefollowingsituations When focus adjustment reaches the endFocussingmanuallyduringrecording To focus on a nearer subject, press the Control button  Digital Effect Fade out FaderWind Cut Fade Digital zoom is available up to Zoom TypeOnly optical zoom is available up to None Press the Control button  /  to select TimeLapseREC Disables the functionTime Lapse REC Storage media by set interval and total recording period Example of Time Lapse REC Records the subject placed in the centre Disables the function NoneGuideline Protect Items Video Photo Default valuePlayback options Playback menu items Recording time in thumbnails Multi View Option All videos will be played repeatedly Contents On-screenPlay Option Selected video will be played Delete SelectFiles ProtectProtects selected videos or photos from deletion Press the Menu button  Control button  /  to select Copy COPYSMX-K44/K45 only Using the View STORY-BOARD Print Edit Divide One video clip is divided into two video clips Point Fi rst image~60seconds ~30seconds 31~60seconds You can combine two different video clips Edit Combine To end the slide show, press the OK button again Slide ShowStart You can see the image information for all images Slide Show OptionFile Info You can enjoy a slide show with various effects Changing the Menu Settings in Settings Settings options Menu items Storage Info Using the Settings Menu ItemsSettings Contents Storage Type SMX-K44/K45 only File No Format Between the two locations Setting the clock to the local time VisitHometown date/time setting Time Zone Cities Cities used to set the time zone Time Type Date/Time SetDate Type LCD Colour Date/Time DisplayLCD Brightness MistyWhitePremiumBlack Auto LCD OffMenu Design Transparency Shutter Sound Auto Power OffSettings Contents On-screen Beep Sound 20 Min Quick On Stby10 Min Version Default SetPC Software TV Display Anynet+ HDMI-CEC SettingsAnynet+ function is enabled Demo Connecting to a TV Connecting to other devices WhatisAnynet+function? UnderstandingtheHDMIcable ConnectingtoanormalstandarddefinitionTV169/43 Image display depending on LCD and TV screen ratio Refer to page 56 for the 169Wide settingViewing on a TV Screen To the Anynet+ support TV. Recording Dubbing Images on a VCR or DVD/HDD Recorder Connect your camcorder to the computer using the USB cable Check your computer type before usingUsing with Windows Using with Macintosh Items System Requirements What YOU can do with a Windows ComputerMain Functions System Requirements USB cable connection between the camcorder and your PC Using the INTELLI-STUDIO ProgrammeDisconnectingtheUSBcable Starting the Intelli-studio programme Menu items Selects the Desktop or Favorite on the PC About the Intelli-studio main window Editing videos or photos Playing back videos or photos Sharing the video/photos online Exporting the videos/photos to your camcorder Other functions with the Intelli-StudioImporting and viewing the video/photos from your PC Launch the Intelli-studio programme by double Installing Intelli-studio application on a Windows computer 108English Photos ② Structureoffoldersandfilesonthestoragemedia To clean the LCD monitor Maintenance & additional informationMaintenance Cleaning the camcorder LCD screen To clean the lensAdditional Information Storage media To avoid hazards Battery packsTo prevent damage and prolong service life Temperature range specifications PAL-compatible countries/regions Using Your camcorder AbroadPower sources On TV colour systems Storage media TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Power source Recording Playback What is condensation? Auto Power Off to Off. PowerSymptom Explanation/Solution Is Auto Power Off set to 5 Min? Display has distorted images DisplaysTV screen or LCD That you copy the data to your PC or other storage media OperableOn your camcorder. You cannot delete the images protected by another device Unnecessary files Pressing the Recording startUnlock Shorter available recording time Set the Beep Sound to On Date/Time Display to on. Playback on other devices TV, etc Adjusting the image during recordingSymptom Explanation/Solution Set Focus to Auto. Playback on your camcorder Video or sound copied to your computer is not affected Connecting to a computerBuilt-in edit software Intelli-studio Programme in My Computer and run iStudio.exe General operations Connecting/Dubbing with other devices TV, DVD recorder, etc Greyed out Symptom Explanation/SolutionMenu Web Fine about 4.0Mbps, Web Normal about 3.0Mbps SpecificationsVideo signal Power Sources United Kingdom Only Region Country Contact Centre  Web Site Contact Samsung world wide RoHS compliant