Samsung SC-MX20E-QVC - Manual (Page 117)

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Recording
Symptom Explanation/Solution
Pressing the Recording start/
stop button does not start
recording.
Press the MODE button to set Movie Record mode ( ).
There is not enough free space to record on the built-in memory or memory
card.
Check if memory card is not inserted or write-protect tab is set to lock.
The internal temperature of your camcorder is unusually high.
Turn off your camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place.
Your camcorder is damp and moist inside (condensation). Turn off your
camcorder and leave it for about 1 hour in a cool place. ➥page 96
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The actual recording time is less
than the estimated time.
The estimated recording time may vary depending on contents and features
used.
Recording a fast-moving subject increases the bit rate and consequently
the amount of storage space required for the recording, which can lead to a
shorter available recording time.
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The recording stops automatically.
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.
If you make a frequent recording or deletion of files, the performance of the
built-in flash memory will be deteriorated. In this case, format the built-in
memory again.
If you use the memory card with low writing speed, the memory camcorder
automatically stops recording the movie images and the corresponding
message appears on the LCD screen.
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When recording a subject
illuminated by bright light, vertical
lines appear.
The memory camcorder is unable to record these levels of brightness. •