This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly.
Health and safety information Always comply with the following precautions and usage tips to avoid dangerous situations and ensure peak performance of your camera. Prevent damage to subjects’ eyesight Warning—situations that could cause injury to yourself or others Do not use the flash in close proximity (closer than 1 m/3 ft) to people or animals. Using the flash too close to your subject’s eyes can cause temporary or permanent damage.
Health and safety information t Do not expose the camera to direct sunlight or high temperatures for an extended period of time. Prolonged exposure to sunlight or extreme temperatures can cause permanent damage to your camera’s internal components. t Avoid using or storing your camera in dusty, dirty, humid, or poorly-ventilated areas to prevent damage to moving parts and internal components. t Remove the batteries from your camera when storing it for an extended period of time.
Health and safety information Use only Samsung-approved accessories Exercise caution when using the camera in humid environments Using incompatible accessories may damage your camera, cause injury, or void your warranty. When transferring the camera from a cold environment to a warm and humid one, condensation can form on the delicate electronic circuitry and memory card. In this situation, wait for at least 1 hour until all moisture has evaporated before using the camera.
Organization of the user manual Basic functions ©2009 Samsung Electronics America, Inc. 10 Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic functions for shooting. Camera specifications or contents of this manual may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of camera functions. Extended functions 25 Learn how to take a photo by selecting a mode and how to record a video or voice memo.
Indications used in this manual Shooting mode Indication Smart Auto Program S a p Aperture Priority A Shutter Priority h Manual n User u DUAL IS d s v Auto Scene Movie Icons used in this manual Icon Function Additional information Safety warnings and precautions [ ] Camera buttons; for example: [Shutter] (represents the shutter button) ( ) Page number of related information The order of options or menus you must select to perform a step; for example: Select Functions White Balance
Expressions used in this manual Pressing the shutter Exposure (Brightness) t Half-press [Shutter]: press the shutter halfway down t Press [Shutter]: press the shutter all the way down The amount of light that enters your camera determines the exposure. You can alter the exposure with shutter speed, aperture value, and ISO speed. By altering the exposure, your photos will be darker or lighter.
Quick reference Taking photos of people t s mode > Beauty Shot, Portrait, Children 28 t Red-eye, Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye) 41 t Face Detection 47 Taking photos at night or in the dark t s mode > Night, Dawn, Firework 28 t Flash options 41 t ISO speed (to adjust the sensitivity to light) 43 Taking action photos t h mode 32 t Continuous, Motion Capture 55 Taking photos of text, insects, or flowers t s mode > Close Up, Text 28 Adjusting the exposure (brightness)
Contents Using the User mode ........................................................ Configuring your settings ...................................................... Using your custom settings .................................................. Recording a video ............................................................. Recording voice memos ................................................... Recording a voice memo ..................................................... Adding a voice memo to a photo ......
Contents Adjusting brightness and color .......................................... Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) .................................... Compensating for backlighting (ACB) .................................... Changing the metering option ............................................... Selecting a light source (White balance) ................................. Using burst modes ............................................................ Improving your photos .............................
Basic functions Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic functions for shooting.
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Camera layout Before you start, familiarise yourself with your camera's parts and their functions. Shutter button POWER button Mini dashboard (p.
Camera layout Microphone Zoom button Speaker t Zoom in or out in Shooting mode. t Zoom in on part of a photo, view files as thumbnails, or adjust volume in Playback mode. Microphone Status lamp Display t Blinking: When saving a photo or video, being read by a computer or printer, or out of focus t Steady: When connecting to a computer or in focus (See below) Button Description Button Description Confirm the highlighted option or menu. m Access options or menus.
Icons The icons displayed will change according to the mode you select or the options you set. A Icon B B. Icons on the right A.
Turning your camera on or off Learn how to start your camera. Press [POWER] to turn your camera on or off. Mini dashboard While the camera is turned on, Mini dashboard shows you the remaining capacity of the battery and memory card. t When exposing the camera to a hot and humid environment, condensation can form on the gauges. t If the hand of a gauge keeps spinning around, contact a service center. t The gauge and the battery and memory card icon on the display may show different capacities.
Selecting options You can select options by pressing [m] and rotating or pressing the navigation button. You can also access shooting options by pressing [f] but some options are not available. 1 2 In Shooting mode, press [m]. Going back to the previous menu Press [m] again to go back to the previous menu. Rotate or press the navigation button to scroll to an option or menu. Press [Shutter] to return to Shooting mode. t Press [D] or [M] to move up or down; press [F] or [t] to move left or right.
Selecting options 4 E.g. Selecting a white balance option in the P mode 1 Rotate the mode dial to p. Rotate the navigation button or press [D] or [M] to scroll to White Balance and then press [t] or [o]. EV White Balance WB Fine-tuning ISO Face Detection Photo Size 2 Press [m]. Quality Exit Back EV Functions Sound 5 White Balance WB Fine-tuning ISO Display Face Detection Settings Photo Size Rotate the navigation button or press [F] or [t] to scroll to a white balance option.
Setting the display and sound Learn how to change the basic settings for the display and sound according to your preferences. About a histogram Changing the display type A histogram is a graph that displays how light is distributed in your photo. If the histogram has a high peak on the left, your photos are dark. A peak on the right of the graph means that your photos are bright. The height of the peaks is related to color information. The more of a particular color, the taller the peak.
Setting the display and sound Setting the sound Set whether your camera emits a specified sound when you operate your camera. 1 2 3 In Shooting or Playback mode, press [m]. Select Sound Beep Sound an option. Option Description Off The camera does not emit any sounds. 1/2/3 The camera emits sounds. Press [m] to return to the previous mode.
Taking photos Learn basic actions to take photos easily and quickly in the Auto mode. 1 Rotate the mode dial to a. 3 Half-press [Shutter] to focus. t A green frame means the subject in focus. 2 Align your subject in the frame. 4 Press [Shutter] to take a photo. See page 23 for tips to get clearer photos.
Taking photos Digital zoom Zooming If the zoom indicator is in the digital range, your camera is using the digital zoom. The picture quality may deteriorate when you use the digital zoom. You can shoot close-up photos by adjusting the zoom. Your camera has a 5X optical zoom and 5X digital zoom. By using both, you can zoom in up to 25 times. Push [Zoom] up to zoom in on your subject. Push [Zoom] down to zoom out.
Taking photos Reducing camera shake (OIS) t OIS may not function properly when: - you move your camera to follow a moving subject - you use digital zoom - there is too much camera shake - the shutter speed is slow (e.g., when you select Night in the s mode) - the battery is low - you take a close-up shot t If you use the OIS function with a tripod, your images may be blurred by the vibration of the OIS sensor. Deactivate the OIS function when you use a tripod.
Tips for getting a clearer photo Reducing camera shake Holding your camera correctly Make sure nothing is blocking the lens. • Set the Optical Image Stabilization option to reduce camera shake optically. (p. 22) • Select the d mode to reduce camera shake both optically and digitally. (p. 27) When Half-pressing the shutter button is displayed When shooting in the dark, avoid setting the flash option to Slow Sync or Off. The aperture remains open longer and it may be harder to hold the camera still.
Preventing your subject from being out of focus t When you take photos in low light It may be difficult to get your subject in focus when: - there is little contrast between the subject and background - Turn on the flash. (p.
Extended functions Learn how to take a photo by selecting a mode and how to record a video or voice memo.
Using the Smart Auto mode In this mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings based on a defected type of scene. It will be helpful if you are not familiar with the camera settings for various scenes. 1 2 Rotate the mode dial to S. Icon Description Align your subject in the frame. Appears when taking portraits. t The camera selects a scene automatically. An appropriate mode icon will appear at the top left of the screen. Appears when taking close-up photos.
Using the DUAL IS mode Reduce camera shake and prevent blurred photos with Optical and Digital Image Stabilization functions. Before correction 1 2 3 After correction Rotate the mode dial to d. Align your subject in the frame and half-press [Shutter] to focus. Press [Shutter] to take the photo. t The digital zoom will not work in this mode. t The photo will be corrected optically only when taken with a light source that is brighter than fluorescent light.
Using the Scene mode Take a photo with options preset for a specific scene. 1 2 Rotate the mode dial to s. Adjusting face tone and hiding imperfections Select a scene. Take a photo of a person with options to hide facial imperfections. Frame Guide This mode is appropriate for shooting with pre-composed scenes. 1 2 3 Rotate the mode dial to s. 4 Select Functions Face Tone an option. Select Beauty Shot. To make the subject's skin tone appear lighter (face only), press [m].
Using the Scene mode 6 Select Functions Face Retouch an option. Using the frame guide t Select a higher setting to hide a greater number of imperfections. When you want another person to take a photo of you, you can compose the scene with the frame guide feature. The frame guide will help the other person take a photo of you by showing the part of the pre-composed scene. 1 2 3 Level 1 Back Rotate the mode dial to s. Select Frame Guide. Align your subject in the frame and press [Shutter].
Using the Program mode Set various options (except for shutter speed and aperture value) in the Program mode. 1 2 Rotate the mode dial to p. Set options. (For a list of options, refer to “Shooting options.”) EV Back Move 3 Align your subject in the frame and half-press [Shutter] to focus. 4 Press [Shutter] to take the photo.
Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual mode Adjust aperture value or shutter speed to control the exposure of your photos. You can use these options in the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, and Manual modes. Aperture value Shutter speed The aperture is a hole through which light is admitted. You can adjust the aperture value to control how much light reaches the lens when you capture a photo.
Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual mode Using the Aperture Priority mode Using the Shutter Priority mode The Aperture Priority mode allows you to manually set the aperture value while the camera automatically selects an appropriate shutter speed. The Shutter Priority mode allows you to manually set the shutter speed while the camera automatically selects an appropriate aperture value. 1 2 1 2 Rotate the mode dial to A. Rotate the navigation button to adjust the aperture value.
Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual mode Using the Manual mode The Manual mode allows you to manually adjust both the aperture value and the shutter speed. 1 2 Rotate the mode dial to n. 3 4 Press [o] to select the shutter speed. Rotate the navigation button to adjust the aperture value. 5 Set options. (For a list of options, refer to “Shooting options.”) 6 Align your subject in the frame and half-press [Shutter] to focus. 7 Press [Shutter] to take the photo.
Using the User mode You can manually set shooting options and save them as your own shooting mode. Configuring your settings Using your custom settings 1 2 1 2 3 4 Rotate the mode dial to p, A, h or n. Set options. (For a list of options, refer to “Shooting options.”) 3 Press [m]. Rotate the mode dial to u. Align your subject in the frame and half-press [Shutter] to focus. Press [Shutter] to take the photo. Select Functions User Registration and press [o].
Recording a video Record videos of up to 20 minutes in length in high definition. The recorded video is saved as an H.264 (MPEG-4.AVC) file. • H.264 (MPEG-4 part10/AVC) is a high-compression video format established by international standard organizations ISO/IEC and ITU-T. • Some memory cards may not support high definition recording. In this case, set a lower resolution. (p. 38) • When the Optical Image Stabilization ( ) is activated, your video may be recorded with the OIS operation sound.
Recording voice memos apAhnds Learn how to record a voice memo that you can play back at any time. You can add a voice memo to a photo as a short reminder of shooting conditions. You will get the best sound quality when recording 40 cm away from the camera. Recording a voice memo Adding a voice memo to a photo 1 2 3 1 2 3 In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Functions Voice Record. Press [Shutter] to record. In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Functions Voice Memo.
Shooting options Learn about the options you can set in shooting mode.
Selecting a resolution and quality Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings. Selecting a resolution SapAhndsv As you increase the resolution, your photo or video will include more pixels, so it can be printed on larger paper or displayed on a larger screen. When you use a high resolution, the file size will also increase. When recording a video: 1 2 In the v mode, press [m]. Select Functions Movie Size an option.
Using the timer SapAhndsv Learn how to set the timer to delay shooting. 1 In Shooting mode, press [t]. Option Description Remote: Take a photo in 2 seconds each time you press the shutter button on the remote control. Off The options may differ depending on the shooting mode. 2 3 Select an option. Press [Shutter] to start the timer. t The AF-assist light/timer lamp blinks. The camera will automatically take a photo at the specified time. Option Description Off: The timer is not active.
Using the timer 6 Using the motion timer 1 2 3 4 5 In Shooting mode, press [t]. Select Pose for your photo while the AF-assist light/timer lamp is blinking. t The AF-assist light/timer lamp will stop blinking just before the camera automatically takes a photo. . Press [Shutter]. Stand within 3 m from the camera within 6 seconds after pressing [Shutter]. Make a motion, such as waving your arms, to activate the timer.
Shooting in the dark Learn how to take photos at night or in low light conditions. Preventing red-eye Using the flash aps If the flash fires when you take a photo of a person in the dark, a red glow may appear in the eyes. To prevent this, select Red-eye or Red-eye Fix. SapAhns Use the flash when taking photos in the dark or when you need more light on your photos. 1 In Shooting mode, press [F]. Auto 2 Select an option. Option Description Off: t The flash will not fire.
Shooting in the dark Adjusting the amount of flash Option Description Red-eye Fix*: t The flash fires when the subject or background is dark. t The camera corrects red-eyes through its advanced software analysis. Slow Sync: t The flash fires and the shutter stays open longer. t Select this when you want to capture ambient light to reveal more details in the background. t Use a tripod to prevent your photos from blurring. pAhn Adjust the amount of flash to avoid overexposure or underexposure.
Shooting in the dark Adjusting the ISO speed pAhn The ISO speed is the measure of a film’s sensitivity to light as defined by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). The higher ISO speed you select, the more sensitive to light your camera becomes. With a higher ISO speed, you can get a better photo without using the flash. 1 2 In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Functions ISO an option. t Select to use an appropriate ISO speed based on the brightness of the subject and lighting.
Changing the camera’s focus Learn how to adjust the camera's focus according to your subjects. Using macro Setting the focus distance apAhndv Use macro to take close-up photos of subjects, such as flowers or insects. Refer to macro options in “Setting the focus distance.” apAhndv To take sharp photos, select the appropriate focus according to your distance from the subject. 1 In Shooting mode, press [M]. Normal (AF) 2 Select an option.
Changing the camera’s focus Adjusting the focus distance manually 1 2 3 Using selection focus pAhnd In Shooting mode, press [M]. You can focus on a particular part of your scene. Select where you want to focus. Select Manual Focus. 1 2 Rotate the navigation button to adjust the focus distance. In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Functions Focus Area Selection AF. Move t When you adjust the focus distance manually and the subject is out of focus, the photo may become blurry.
Changing the camera’s focus Adjusting the focus area apAhnds You can get clearer photos by selecting an appropriate focus area according to your subject’s location in the scene. 1 2 In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Functions Focus Area an option. Option Description Center AF: Focus on the center (suitable when subjects are located in the center). Multi AF: Focus on one or more of 9 possible areas. Selection AF: Focus on the area you select. (p.
Using face detection apAhnds If you use face detection options, your camera can automatically detect a human face. When you focus on a human face, the camera adjusts the exposure automatically. Take photos quickly and easily by using Blink Detection to detect closed eyes or Smile Shot to capture a smiling face.
Using face detection Taking a self-portrait shot Taking a smile shot Take photos of yourself. The focus distance will be set to close-up and your camera will emit a beep. The camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a smiling face. 1 2 3 1 2 In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Functions Face Detection Self-Portrait. In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Functions Face Detection Smile Shot. t When your subject smiles broadly, your camera can detect the smile more easily.
Using face detection Detecting eye blinking If your camera detects closed eyes, it will automatically take 2 photos in succession. 1 2 In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Functions Face Detection Blink Detection. t Hold your camera still while “Capturing” is displayed on the screen. t When blink detection fails, “Picture taken with eyes closed.” message appears. Take another photo.
Adjusting brightness and color Learn how to adjust the brightness and color for better image quality. Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) Compensating for backlighting (ACB) pAhdv When the light source is behind your subject or there is high contrast between your subject and the background, your subject is likely to appear dark in the photo. In this case, set the Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) option. Depending on the intensity of the ambient light, your photos may be too bright or dark.
Adjusting brightness and color Changing the metering option pAhndv The metering mode refers to the way in which a camera measures the quantity of light. The brightness and lighting of your photos will vary depending on the metering mode you select. 1 2 In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Functions Metering. Option Description Selecting a light source (White balance) pAhndv The color of your photo depends on the type and quality of the light source.
Adjusting brightness and color 1 2 In Shooting mode, press [m]. Defining your own white balance 1 2 Select Functions White Balance an option. Icon Description Auto WB: Use automatic settings depending on the lighting conditions. Daylight: Select when taking outdoor photos on a sunny day. In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Functions White Balance Measure: Shutter. 3 Aim the lens at a piece of white paper. 4 Press [Shutter].
Adjusting brightness and color Adjusting color temperature Color temperature Color temperature is a measurement in degrees Kelvin that indicates the hue of a specific type of light source. As the color temperature increases, the color distribution becomes cooler. Alternatively, as the color temperature decreases, the color distribution becomes warmer. 1 2 3 In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Functions White Balance Colour Temperature. Adjust the color temperature.
Adjusting brightness and color Customizing preset white balance options 1 2 3 4 5 In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Functions → White Balance → a white balance option. Press [m]. Select Functions → WB Fine-tuning → On. Adjust the value on the coordinates. Back • • • • 6 Move G: Green A: Amber M: Magenta B: Blue Press [o] to save your setting.
Using burst modes pAhns It can be difficult to take photos of fast-moving subjects or capture natural facial expressions and gestures of your subjects in photos. In these cases, select one of the burst modes. t You can use the flash, timer, and ACB only when you select Single. t When you select Motion Capture, the ISO speed will be set to Auto. 1 2 In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Functions Drive an option. Option Description Single: Take a single photo.
Improving your photos Learn how to improve your photos by applying photo styles or colors, or make some adjustments. Applying photo styles Defining your own RGB tone apAhndsv Apply a different photo style to your photos, such as Soft, Vivid, or Forest. 1 2 3 Soft 1 2 Vivid In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Functions Photo Style Selector Custom RGB. Select a color (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue). Forest In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Functions Photo Style Selector an option.
Improving your photos Adjusting your photos pAhn Saturation option Description Adjust the contrast, sharpness, and saturation of your photos. - Decrease the saturation. 1 2 3 + Increase the saturation. In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Functions Image Adjust. t Select 0 if you do not want to apply any effects. (suitable for printing) t Depending on the selected image adjustment option, some photo styles are not available. Select an adjustment option.
Playback/Editing Learn how to play back photos, videos, or voice memos and edit photos or videos. Also, learn how to connect your camera to your computer, photo printer, TV, or HDTV.
Playing back Learn actions to play back photos, videos, or voice memos, and managing files. Display in Playback mode Starting Playback mode View photos or play videos and voice memos stored in your camera. 1 Press [P]. t The most recent file you have taken or recorded will be displayed. t If the camera is off, it will turn on. 2 Press [F] or [t] or rotate the navigation button to scroll through files. Icon t Press and hold [F] or [t] to view files quickly.
Playing back 4 Viewing files by category in Smart Album Press [F] or [t] to view files. t Press and hold [F] or [t] to select a date, file type, weekday, or color. View and manage files by categories, such as date, file type, or week. 1 2 3 In Playback mode, push [Zoom] down. 5 Press [o] to return to the normal view. Press [m]. Viewing files as thumbnails Select a category. Scan thumbnails of files.
Playing back Protecting files Deleting files Protect your files from accidental deletion. 1 2 3 Delete single files or all files at once. You cannot delete protected files. In Playback mode, press [m]. Select File Options Protect Select. To delete a single file, t To protect all files, select All Lock. 1 2 Select the file you want to protect and press [o]. t Press [o] again to cancel your selection. In Playback mode, select a file and press [f]. Select Yes to delete the file.
Playing back Using the recycle bin Copying files to the memory card If you activate the recycle bin, files you delete will be sent to the recycle bin instead of being deleted permanently. This applies to single files or selected files only–if you choose to delete all files, those files will not be sent to the recycle bin. To activate the recycle bin, 1 2 You can copy files from the internal memory to a memory card. 1 2 3 In Playback mode, press [m]. Select File Options Copy to Card.
Playing back Starting a slide show Viewing photos You can apply effects and audio to your slide show. Zoom in on part of a photo or view photos in a slide show. 1 2 3 Enlarging a photo In Playback mode, push [Zoom] up to enlarge a photo (push [Zoom] down to reduce a photo). In Playback mode, press [m]. Select Multi Slide Show. Select a slide show effect option. t Skip to step 5 to start a slide show with no effects. The enlarged area and zoom ratio are indicated on the top of the screen.
Playing back 4 5 2 Set the slide show effect. Use the following buttons to control playback. Select Start Play. Press To t To loop the slide show, select Repeat. t Press [o] to pause or resume the slide show. [F] Scan backward. [o] Pause or resume playback. [t] Scan forward. [Zoom] up or down Adjust the volume level. Playing a video You can play a video, capture an image from a video, or crop a video. 1 In Playback mode, select a video and press [o].
Playing back Capturing an image during playback Playing a voice memo added to a photo 1 Press [o] at the point where you want to save a still image. 2 Press [M]. In Playback mode, select a photo that includes a voice memo and press [o]. t Press [o] to pause or resume playback. A captured image will have the same file size as the original video file and will be saved as a new file. Playing voice memos Playing a voice memo 1 2 In Playback mode, select a voice memo and press [o].
Editing a photo Perform photo editing tasks, such as resizing, rotating, eliminating red-eyes, and adjusting brightness, contrast, or saturation. Edited photos will be saved as new files. Resizing photos Rotating a photo 1 2 1 2 In Playback mode, select a photo and press [m]. Select Edit Resize an option. In Playback mode, select a photo and press [m]. Select Edit Rotate an option. Right 90° Back Move Back t Select to save the photo as a start image. (p.
Editing a photo Applying photo styles Defining your own RGB tone Apply a different photo style to the photo, such as Soft, Vivid, or Forest. 1 2 3 Soft 1 2 Vivid In Playback mode, select a photo and press [m]. Select Edit Photo Style Selector Custom RGB. Select a color (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue). Forest In Playback mode, select a photo and press [m]. Select Edit Photo Style Selector an option. t Select Custom RGB to define your own RGB tone.
Editing a photo Adjusting brightness/contrast/saturation Correcting exposure problems 1 2 3 Adjust ACB (Auto Contrast Balance), brightness, contrast, or saturation; remove red-eye; hide facial imperfections; or add noise to the photo. Adjusting ACB (Auto Contrast Balance) 1 2 Select Edit Image Adjust. Select an adjustment option. t t t In Playback mode, select a photo and press [m]. Select Edit Image Adjust ACB. In Playback mode, select a photo and press [m].
Editing a photo Creating a print order (DPOF) Select photos to be printed and set options, such as number of copies or paper size. t The memory card can be taken to a print shop that supports DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) or you can print photos directly through a DPOF-compatible printer at home. t Wide photos may print with the left and right edges cut off, so be aware of the dimensions of your photos. t You cannot set the DPOF for the photos stored in the internal memory.
Viewing files on a TV or HDTV Play back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV using the A/V cable. 1 Select a video signal output according to your country or region. (p. 83) 2 3 Turn off your camera and TV. • On some TVs, digital noise may occur or part of an image may not appear. • Images may not appear centered on the TV screen depending on your TV settings. • You can capture photos or videos while the camera is connected to a TV. Connect your camera to your TV using the A/V cable.
Viewing files on a TV or HDTV 5 Insert your camera into the cradle and plug the HDMI cable into the HDTV and the cradle. Disconnect the A/V cable if it is connected to the cradle. HDMI cable 6 Turn on your camera. t The HDTV will be powered on automatically and the camera screen will be displayed. 7 View files using the buttons on your camera or a remote control of your camera or HDTV. If your HDTV supports the Anynet+(CEC) profile, turn the Anynet+ on in the settings menu (p.
Transferring files to your computer For Windows users Requirements for QuickTime Player 7.5 Transfer files by connecting your camera to your PC. t Intel Pentium 4, 3.2 GHz or higher/AMD Athlin 64FX, 2.
Transferring files to your computer 1 2 Transferring files to your PC Insert the installation CD in a compatible CD-ROM drive. Once you connect the camera to your PC, the camera will be recognized as a removable drive. When the setup screen is displayed, click Samsung Digital Camera Installer to start installation. The battery will be charged while the camera is connected to a PC with the USB cable. 1 Connect your camera to your PC with the USB cable.
Transferring files to your computer 2 Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) Turn on the camera. t The computer recognizes the camera automatically. The way to disconnect the USB cable for Windows 2000/Vista is similar. If the camera fails to connect, a pop-up window will appear. Select Computer. 3 On your PC, select My Computer Removable Disk DCIM 100SSCAM. 4 Select the files you want and drag or save them to your PC. 1 If the status lamp on your camera is blinking, wait until it stops.
Transferring files to your computer 2 Using Samsung Master Click Next and follow the onscreen instructions. You can download files or edit photos or videos stored on your PC. For details, see the Help menu. This program does not support editing of video files (H.264 (MPEG-4. AVC)) on the camera. Downloading files using Samsung Master When you connect the camera to the PC, a window for downloading files automatically appears. 1 Select the files you want to download. No.
Transferring files to your computer Using the Samsung Master Interface No. Toolbar Menus Click for more information about the program. Click to enlarge or reduce the thumbnails in the list. Change the mode. t : View mode t : Edit mode for photos t : Edit mode for videos Preview information about the selected file. The photos in the selected folder; double-click to switch to full-screen view.
Transferring files to your computer 2 For Mac users When you connect the camera to a Macintosh computer, the computer will recognize the device automatically. You can transfer files directly from the camera to the computer without installing any programs. Requirements for QuickTime Player 7.5 Turn on the camera. t The computer recognizes the camera automatically and a removable disk icon will be displayed. 3 4 Double-click the removable disk icon. Transfer photos or videos to the computer. t 1.
Printing photos with a photo printer (PictBridge) Print photos with a PictBridge-compatible printer by connecting your camera directly to the printer. 1 2 Configuring print settings With the printer on, connect your camera to the printer with the USB cable. Images : One Photo Size : Auto Layout : Auto Type : Auto Quality : Auto Exit Turn on your camera. t The printer recognizes the camera automatically.
Appendixes Refer to settings, error messages, specifications, and maintenance tips.
Camera settings menu Learn about various options to configure your camera's settings. 3 Accessing the settings menu 1 2 Volume Start Sound Shutter Sound Beep Sound AF Sound Self-Portrait In Shooting or Playback mode, press [m]. Select a menu. Functions Sound Display Settings Exit Menu Select an option and save your settings. Volume Start Sound Shutter Sound Beep Sound AF Sound Self-Portrait Back 4 Change Description Sound: Set various camera sounds and volume. (p.
Camera settings menu Sound Display * Default * Default Item Description Item Description Volume Adjust the volume of any sound. (Off, Low, Medium*, High) Display a brief description of an option or menu. (Off, On*) Start Sound Select a sound to be emitted when turning on your camera. (Off*, 1, 2, 3) Language Function Description Shutter Sound Select a sound to be emitted when pressing the shutter button.
Camera settings menu Settings * Default * Default Item Description Item Format the internal memory and the memory card (all files-including the protected files-will be deleted). (Yes, No) Format Description Specify how to name files. t Reset: Set the file number to start from 0001 when inserting a new memory card, formatting a memory card, or deleting all files.
Camera settings menu * Default * Default Item Description Item Description Video Out Set the video signal output according to your region. t NTSC*: USA, Canada, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Mexico. t PAL (supports only BDGHI): Australia, Austria, Belgium, China, Denmark, Finland, Germany, England, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Norway. AF Lamp Set an assistant light to help you focus in dark places.
Camera settings menu * Default Item Description HDMI Size Select a resolution when playing back files on an HDTV with the HDMI cradle. (NTSC: 1080i*, 720p, 480p/ PAL: 1080i*, 720p, 576p) If the HDTV does not support the selected resolution, the HDTV automatically selects the next lower resolution. USB Set the function to use via a USB connection with a computer or printer. t Auto*: Set your camera to select a USB mode automatically.
Error messages When the following error messages appear, try these remedies. Error message Suggested remedies Card Error t Turn off your camera and then turn it on again. t Remove your memory card and insert it again. t Format your memory card. (p. 82) Unlock the memory card. Card Locked DCF Full Error File names do not match the DCF standard. Transfer the files on the memory card to your computer and format the card. (p. 82) File Error Delete the damaged file or contact a service center.
Camera maintenance Camera body Cleaning your camera Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. Camera lens and display Use a blower brush to remove dust and wipe the lens gently with a soft cloth. If any dust remains, apply lens cleaning liquid to a piece of cleaning paper and wipe gently. t Never use benzene, thinners, or alcohol to clean the device. These solutions can damage the camera or cause it to malfunction. t Do not press on the lens cover or use a blower brush on the lens cover.
Camera maintenance Memory card capacity About memory cards The memory capacity may differ depending on shooting scenes or shooting conditions. These capacities are based on a 1 GB SD card: Memory cards you can use You can use SD (Secure Digital), SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity), or MMC (Multimedia Card) memory cards. Size Terminal Write-protect switch P h o t o s Label (front) You can prevent files from being deleted by using a write-protect switch on the SD or SDHC card.
Camera maintenance About the battery Battery life Use only Samsung-approved batteries. Shooting time / Number of photos Battery specifications Mode SLB-11A Type Lithium-ion battery Cell capacity 1,130 mAh Voltage 3.8 V Charging time (when the camera is switched off) Approx. 190 min Shooting conditions (when the battery is fully charged) This is measured under the following conditions: in the a mode, 12M resolution, Fine quality, OIS on. 1.
Camera maintenance Notes about charging the battery t If the indicator light is off, make sure that the battery is inserted correctly. t Turn off your camera when charging. t Turn on your camera after charging the battery for more than 10 minutes. t Using the flash or recording videos depletes the battery quickly. Charge the battery until the indicator light turns green. t If the indicator light blinks in red or does not illuminate, reconnect the cable, or remove the battery and insert it again.
Before contacting a service center If you are having trouble with your camera, try these troubleshooting procedures before contacting a service center. If you have attempted the troubleshooting solution and are still having problems with your device, contact your local dealer or service center. Situation Suggested remedies Cannot turn on the camera t Make sure that the battery is inserted. t Make sure that the battery is inserted correctly. t Charge the battery.
Before contacting a service center Situation Suggested remedies Situation The date and time are incorrect Set the date and time in the display settings menu. The display or buttons do not work Remove the battery and insert it again. An incorrect white balance can create The colors in the photo unrealistic color. Select the proper white do not match the balance option to suit the light source. actual scene (p. 51) The memory card has an error The memory card has not been reset. Format the card. (p.
Before contacting a service center Situation Suggested remedies The TV does not display your photos t Make sure that the camera is correctly connected to the external monitor with the A/V cable. t Make sure that your memory card contains photos. Your computer does not recognize your camera t Make sure that the USB cable is connected correctly. t Make sure that your camera is switched on. t Make sure that you are using a supported operating system.
Camera specifications Image sensor Shutter speed Type 1/2.33" (Approx. 1.09 cm) CCD Effective pixels Approx. 12.2 mega-pixels Total pixels Approx. 12.4 mega-pixels t Auto: 1/8 - 1/2,000 sec. t Program: 1 - 1/2,000 sec. t Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, Manual: 16 - 1/2,000 sec. t Night: 8 - 1/2,000 sec. t Firework: 4 sec. Lens Exposure Focal length Schneider-KREUZNACH lens f = 4.3 - 21.5 mm (35 mm film equivalent: 24 - 120 mm) F-stop range F2.8 (W) - F5.
Camera specifications Effect • Format: H.
Camera specifications Interface Storage Media • Internal memory: Approx. 76 MB • External memory (Optional) -- SD card (up to 4 GB guaranteed) -- SDHC card (up to 8 GB guaranteed) -- MMC Plus (up to 2 GB guaranteed, 4 bit 20 MHz) I nternal memory capacity may not match these specifications. • Photo: JPEG (DCF), EXIF 2.21, DPOF 1.1, File format USB 2.0 (34 pin) Audio output Mono (Internal speaker), Stereo (Microphone) Video output • AV: NTSC, PAL (selectable) • HDMI 1.
Camera specifications Operating humidity 5 - 85 % Software Samsung Master, QuickTime® Player 7.5, Adobe Reader Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
FCC notice t NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Index A B D F ACB 50, 68 Battery Date and time 82 Face detection Adjusting Brightness 68 Contrast in Playback mode 68 in Shooting mode 57 Saturation In Playback mode 68 in Shooting mode 57 Sharpness 57 Adobe Reader 72 AF Lamp 83 AF Sound 81 Anynet+ 83 Aperture Priority mode 32 Aperture value 31 Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) 50, 68 Auto mode 20 Charging 89 Life 88 Specifications 88 Deleting files 61 Battery gauge 15 Digital zoom 21 Beauty Shot mode 28 Disconnecting the device 74 Facial brightne
Index Focus distance Auto Macro 44 Macro 44 Manual Focus 44 Normal (AF) 44 Frame guide 29 Frame rate 35 Function button 13 Function description 81 Muting L Light source (White balance) 51 N Macro 44 Navigation button 13 Grid lines 18, 81 Capacity 87 MMC 87 SD 87 SDHC 87 QuickTime Player 72 R Recording Maintenance 86 Manual mode 33 Q Quick View 81 M Memory card G Camera 15 Video 35 O Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) 22, 27 Video 35 Voice memo 36 Recycle bin 62 Red-eye 41 P Reset 82 Pho
Index S Shutter Priority mode 32 Video Out 83 Samsung Master Shutter speed 31 Viewing files Installing 72 Using 75 Scene mode 28 Self-portrait 48 Service center 90 as thumbnails 60 by category 60 on TV 70 Slide show 63 Slide show 63 Smart Album 60 Smart Auto mode 26 Smile shot 48 Voice memo Playing 65 Recording 36 Start image 81 Settings Accessing 80 Camera 82 Display 81 Sound 81 Timer 39 Transferring files Shooting mode Aperture Priority 32 Auto 20 Dual IS 27 Manual 33 Movie 35 Program 30 Scen
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