Instructions Getting to Know your camera Use this camera in the following order. Thank you for buying a Samsung Digital Camera. Set up the camera driver Take a picture Insert the USB cable Before connecting the camera to a PC, via the USB cable, you will need to set up the camera driver. Install the camera driver that is contained in Application software CD-ROM. (p.96) Take a picture. (p.20) Insert the supplied USB cable into the PC’s USB port and the camera’s USB connection terminal. (p.
Danger Warning DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Do not attempt to modify this camera in any way. To do so may result in fire, injury, electric shock or severe damage to you or your camera. internal inspection, maintenance and repairs should only be carried out by your dealer or Samsung Camera Service centre.
Caution CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in a minor or moderate injury. Leaking, overheating, or damaged battery could result in fire or injury. ● Use battery with the correct specification for the camera. ● Do not short circuit, heat or dispose of battery in fire. ● Do not insert the battery with the polarities reversed. Remove the battery when not planning to use the camera for a long period of time.
Contents 023 042 Quality / Frame rate 043 Metering 024 Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures 043 Drive mode 025 Using the camera buttons to set the camera 044 ISO 045 White balance POWER button 046 Exposure compensation SHUTTER button 046 Movie Clip frame stabilizer 025 ZOOM W / T button 027 Info / Up button 047 Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settings 027 Macro / Down button 029 Focus lock 029 Flash / Left button 031 Self-timer / Right button 032 MENU / OK
Contents 052 PLAY AF sound 061 Playing back a recorded voice 053 Setup menu 061 Playing back a voice memo 054 Setup menu 1 062 LCD monitor Indicator 054 File name 062 Using the camera buttons to set the camera 054 LANGUAGE 062 Thumbnail / Enlargement button 054 Setting up the Date / Time / Date type 064 Info / Up button 055 Imprinting the recording date 064 Play & Pause / Down button 055 LCD brightness 065 Left / Right / Menu / OK button 055 Auto Focus lamp 065 Printer button
Contents 072 Preset focus frames 089 Before contacting a service centre 073 Composite image 091 Specifications 075 Photo Frame 076 Sticker 076 Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor 094 Software Notes 094 System Requirements 095 About the software 078 Starting the slide show 078 Start the slide show 096 Setting up the application software 078 Selecting Images 098 Starting PC mode 079 Configure slide show effects 101 Removing the removable disk 079 Setting play interv
System chart Please check that you have the correct contents before using this product. The contents can vary depending on the sales region. To buy the optional equipment, contact your nearest Samsung dealer or Samsung service centre. Camera case User manual, Product warranty DPOF compatible printer (see p.81) Camera strap Software CD (see p.94) SD memory card / MMC (see p.17) Computer (see p.99) PictBridge compatible printer (see p.
Identification of features Front & Top Shutter button Mode dial Power button Speaker Flash AF sensor/Self-timer lamp Lens Microphone << 8 >>
Identification of features Back Camera status lamp Zoom T button (Digital zoom) Zoom W button (Thumbnail) LCD monitor E (Effect) button Fn/Delete button Eyelet for camera strap 5-function button FR (Face Recognition) button Play mode/Print button << 9 >>
Identification of features Bottom 5 Function button Battery holder Memory card slot Information / Up button MENU/OK button Self-timer / Flash / Battery chamber Right button Left button Battery chamber cover USB/AV connection terminal Tripod socket To open the battery chamber cover, slide it in the direction shown above.
Identification of features Self-timer lamp Mode icon : Refer to page 20~23 for more information about the camera mode setting. Status Icon Description Blinking For the 2 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at 0.25-second intervals. Blinking - For the first 8 seconds, the lamp blinks at 1 second intervals. - For the final 2 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at 0.25-second intervals. Blinking A picture will be taken after about 10 seconds and 2 seconds later a second picture will be taken.
Connecting to a Power Source You should use the rechargeable battery SLB-0937 supplied with the camera. Be sure to charge the battery before using the camera. SLB-0937 rechargeable battery Specification Model SLB-0937 Type Lithium Ion Capacity 900mAh Voltage 3.7V Charging time(When the camera is turned off) Approx. 180 MIN Number of images and battery life : Using the SLB-0937 Still image Battery life Movie Number of images L830 Approx. 100 MIN Approx. 200 shots L730 Approx. 100 MIN Approx.
Connecting to a Power Source You can charge the rechargeable battery SLB-0937 by using the SAC46 KIT which consists of the AC adapter (SAC-46) and the USB cable (SUC-C2). When the SAC-46 and SUC-C2 are combined, they can be used as an AC cable. Using an AC cable : Connect the AC adapter(SAC-46) to the USB cable. It can be used as a power cable. Important information about USB cable usage. Use a USB cable (SUC-C2) with the correct specification.
Connecting to a Power Source How to charge the rechargeable battery (SLB-0937) Charging LED of the AC Adapter Charging LED Charging LED Before inserting any cables or AC adapter, check the directions and do not insert by force. It may cause breakage of cable or camera. If the charging LED of the AC Charger does not turn on or blink after inserting the rechargeable battery, please check whether the battery is inserted correctly.
Connecting to a Power Source Inserting the memory card Insert the battery as shown Insert the memory card as shown. - If the camera does not turn on after you have inserted battery, please check whether the battery is inserted with the correct polarity (+ / -). - When the battery chamber cover is opened, do not press the battery chamber cover by force. This may cause damage to the battery chamber cover. - Turn off the camera’s power before inserting the memory card.
Instructions on how to use the memory card Be sure to format the memory card (see p.58) if you are using a newly purchased memory card for the first time, if it contains data that the camera cannot recognise, or if it contains images captured with a different camera. Turn off the camera power whenever the memory card is being inserted or removed. Repeated use of the memory card will eventually reduce the memory card’s performance. Should this be the case, you will need to purchase a new memory card.
Instructions on how to use the memory card The camera can use SD/ SDHC Memory Cards and MMC (Multi Media Cards). Card pins Write protect switch Label [SD (Secure Digital) memory card] The SD/ SDHC memory card has a write protect switch that prevents image files from being deleted or formatted. By sliding the switch to the bottom of the SD memory card, the data will be protected. By sliding the switch to the top of the SD memory card, the data protection will be cancelled.
When Using the Camera for the First Time Charge the rechargeable battery fully before using the camera for the first time. When the camera is turned on for the first time, a menu will be displayed to set date / time and language in the LCD monitor. This menu will not be displayed after setting up. Set up the date / time and language before using this camera. Setting up the Language 1. Select the [Language] menu by pressing the UP/ DOWN button and press the RIGHT button. 2.
LCD monitor indicator The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting functions and selections. 1 ) ( * & ^ No. Description 7 Contrast Icons Page p.48 8 Sharpness p.48 9 Auto Focus Frame p.48 10 Camera shake Warning 2 % 11 Date / Time p.21 3 $ 12 Exposure compensation p.46 4 # 13 White Balance p.45 2007/07/01 01:00 PM L830 p.54 5 @ 6 ! 7 ~ 15 8 = 16 Metering p.43 17 Image Quality / Frame Rate p.42 18 Image Size 9 0 - [Image & Full Status] No.
Starting the recording mode How to use the AUTO mode How to use the PROGRAM mode Please select this mode for quick and easy picture taking with minimal user interaction. Selecting the automatic mode will configure the camera with optimal settings. You can still manually configure all functions except the aperture value and shutter speed. 1. Insert the batteries (p.15). Insert the batteries taking note of the polarity (+ / -). 2. Insert the memory card (p.15).
Starting the recording mode How to use the ASR mode How to use the MANUAL mode This mode will reduce the effect of camera shake and help you get a well-exposed image in dim conditions. You can manually configure all functions aperture value and shutter speed. 1. Select the ASR mode by rotating the Mode dial. 1. Select the MANUAL mode by rotating the mode dial. 2. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using the LCD monitor. 2.
Starting the recording mode How to use the SCENE modes Portrait, Night scene mode Use the menu to easily configure optimal settings for a variety of shooting situations. Select a desired mode by rotating the mode dial. - Portrait : To take a picture of a person. 1. Select the Scene mode by rotating the Mode dial. - Night : Use this for shooting still images at night or in other dark conditions. 2. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using the LCD monitor. 3.
Starting the recording mode How to use the MOVIE CLIP mode A movie clip can be recorded for as long as the available recording time of the memory capacity allows. 1. Select the Movie clip mode by rotating the Mode dial. 2. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using the LCD monitor. 3. Press the shutter button once and movie clips are recorded for as long as the available recording time allows. Movie clips will still be recorded if the shutter button is released.
Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures Pressing the shutter button down half way. Lightly press the shutter button to confirm focus and flash battery charge. Press the shutter button all way down to take the picture. [Lightly press the shutter button] [Press the shutter button] The available memory capacity may vary depending on shooting conditions and camera settings.
Using the camera buttons to set the camera ZOOM W / T button The recording mode function can be set up by using the camera buttons. If the menu is not displayed, this button works as the OPTICAL ZOOM or DIGITAL ZOOM button.This camera has a 3X optical zoom and a 5X digital zoom function. Using both will offer a total zoom ratio of 15X. POWER button Used for turning the camera’s power on / off.
ZOOM W / T button WIDE Zoom Optical zoom WIDE : Pressing the ZOOM W button. This will zoom out from the subject i.e. the subject will appear further away. Pressing the ZOOM W button continuously will set the camera to its minimum zoom setting i.e. the subject appears at its furthest from the camera.
Info ( ) / Up button Macro ( While the menu is showing, the Up button operates as a direction button. In the recording modes or playback mode, pressing this button will display the image information. Info ( ) / Down button While the menu is showing, press the DOWN button to move from the main menu to a sub menu, or to move down the sub menu. When the menu is not showing, you can use the MACRO / DOWN button to take macro pictures. The distance ranges are shown below.
Macro ( ) / Down button Types of focus mode and focus range (W : Wide, T : Tele) (Unit: cm) Available focusing method, by recording mode ( : Selectable, Mode Auto ( Focus Type Auto macro ( Focus range ) ) Normal Program ( Macro ( ) ) Auto macro Macro Normal Normal W : 10~Infinity W : 80~Infinity W : 10~80 W : 80~Infinity T : 50~Infinity T : 80~Infinity T : 50~80 T : 80~Infinity When the macro mode is selected, be particularly careful to avoid camera shake.
Focus lock Flash ( To focus on a subject not positioned in the centre of the picture, use the focus lock function. When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the LEFT button makes the cursor shift to the left tab. When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, the LEFT button operates as the FLASH button. Using the Focus Lock 1. Ensure the subject is in the centre of the autofocus frame. 2. Press the SHUTTER button halfway.
Flash ( ) / Left button If you press the shutter button after selecting the Auto, Fill-in, Slow synchro flash, the first flash fires to check the shooting condition (Flash range and Power ratio of flash). Do not move the camera until the second flash fires. Using the flash frequently will reduce the life of the battery. Under normal operating conditions the re-charging time for the flash is usually within 4 seconds. If the battery is weak, the charging time will be longer.
Flash ( ) / Left button Available flash mode, by recording mode Self-timer ( ( : Selectable) ) / Right button When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the Right button makes the cursor shift to the right tab. When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, the RIGHT button operates as the Self-timer ( ) button. This function is used when the photographer would also like to be in the image.
Self-timer ( ) / Right button MENU / OK button Selecting the self-timer MENU button 1. Select a RECORDING mode with the exception of VOICE RECORDING mode. 2. Press the SELF-TIMER ( ) button until the desired mode indicator displays on the LCD monitor. A 10 second, 2 second, or Double selftimer icon appears on the LCD monitor. - When you press the MENU button, a menu related to each camera mode will be displayed on the LCD monitor. Pressing it again will return the LCD to the initial display.
Face recognition(FR) button This mode detects the face position of the subject automatically and then sets the focus and exposure. Select this mode for quick and easy face portraits. Selectable modes : Auto, Program, ASR, Manual, Portrait, Scene modes (Children, Beach & Snow ) 1. Press the FR (Face Recognition) button ( ) in the selectable modes. The FR icon will be displayed on the left side of the screen. 2. The size and position of the auto focus frame is set on the face of the subject automatically.
E (Effect) button It is possible to add special effects to your images by using this button. Still image mode : You can select the colour, image editing and Fun menu. In the Auto mode, you can select the [COLOR] menu only. Movie clip mode : You can select the colour menu. Available Effects, by recording mode ( : Selectable) << 34 >> This button will not operate in ASR, Night, Voice recording mode and some scene modes (Text, Sunset, Dawn, Backlight, Fireworks, Beach&Snow).
E (Effect) button : Colour By using the camera’s digital processor, it is possible to add special effects to your images Custom colour : You can change the R (Red), G (Green) and B (Blue) values of the image. CUSTOM COLOR Press the E button in an available recording mode. (p.34) Move OK Set OK Set COLOR COLOR - Up/Down button : Selects R, G, B - Left/Right button : Changes the values Move E Exit [Still image mode] Move E CUSTOM COLOR Exit [Movie clip mode] Move 1.
E (Effect) button : Saturation You can change the saturation of the image. Press the E button in an available recording mode. (p.34) Saturation IMAGE ADJUST Move E Exit Select Saturation menu ( ) and a bar for changing the saturation will be displayed. Change the saturation by pressing the Left/Right button.
E (Effect) button : FUN Pre-set focus frame You can make the subject stand out from its surroundings. The subject will be sharp and in focus while making the rest out of focus. Moving and changing the focus frame You can change the focus frame after selecting a Range menu. Press the E button in an available recording mode. (p.34) Pressing the Fn button SH High Light FUN Capture E Fn Edit SH [Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using the LCD monitor.
E (Effect) button : FUN Composite shooting Selecting 2 composite shots You can combine 2 ~ 4 different shots in a still image. Press the E button in an available recording mode. (p.34) Pressing the shutter button Composite FUN SH Capture Capture Fn Delete SH [Ready for taking] Move EE Exit Compose Pressing the shutter button E OK Set 1. Select a desired menu by pressing Left/Right button and press the OK button.
E (Effect) button : FUN Changing a part of composite shot before taking the last shot Before taking the last composite shot, you can change a part of composite shot. Changing a part of composite shot after taking the last shot 1. During the composite shots, press the Fn button. 2. Press the Fn button and an image will be deleted. Composite frame will be activated. 2. A previous image will be deleted and new frame will be displayed. To delete a previously taken image, press the Fn button again. 1.
E (Effect) button : FUN Photo Frame You can add 9 types of frame-like borders to a still image you want to capture. Date & Time information will not be printed on the stored image taken with Photo Frame menu. Press the E button in an available recording mode. (p.34) Photo Frame FUN Move EE Exit Frame E OK Set Pressing the OK button 1. The selected photo frame will be displayed. Press the shutter button to take a picture.
Fn button You can use the Fn button to set the following menus. How to use the Fn menu ( : Selectable) Page Size p.42 Quality/ Frame rate p.42 Metering 1. Press the Fn button in an available mode. 2. Select a desired menu by pressing the Up / Down button. And then a sub menu will be displayed at the bottom left of the LCD monitor. p.43 SIZE Drive *1 p.43 ISO p.44 White Balance p.45 EV p.46 Stabilisation p.46 3264X2448 ). QUALITY Fine 3.
Size Quality / Frame rate You can select the image size appropriate for your application. You can select the compression ratio appropriate for your application of the captured images. The higher the compression ratio, the lower the picture quality.
Metering Drive mode If you cannot obtain suitable exposure conditions, you can change the metering method to take brighter pictures. You can select continuous shot, and AEB (Auto Exposure Bracketing). [Multi] : Exposure will be calculated based on an average of the available light in the image area. However, the calculation will be biased towards the centre of the image area. This is suitable for general use. [Single] : Take one picture only. [Wise Shot] : Two images are taken at a time.
Drive mode ISO Wise Shot You can select the ISO sensitivity when taking pictures. The speed or specific light-sensitivity of a camera is rated by ISO numbers. 2 images are taken at a time. One is taken in the Fill-In Flash mode and the other is taken in the ASR mode. DRIVE How to use the wise shot 1. Select the ASR mode by rotating the mode dial and press the Fn button. Wise Shot 2. Select Drive menu tab by pressing the Up and Down button. 3. Press the Shutter button to capture images. 4.
White balance The white balance control allows you to adjust the colours to appear more natural. [Auto WB] : The camera automatically selects the appropriate white balance settings, depending on the prevailing lighting conditions. WHITE BALANCE Auto WB [Daylight] : For taking images outside. [Cloudy] : For taking images under a cloudy and overcast sky. [Fluorescent_H] : For shooting under daylight fluorescent types of three-way fluorescent lighting.
Exposure compensation Movie Clip frame stabiliser This camera automatically adjusts the exposure according to the ambient lighting conditions. You can also select the exposure value by using the Fn button. This function helps stabilize images captured during movie recording. You can select this menu only in the MOVIE CLIP mode. [Off] : Movie clip frame stabilizer function is disabled. Compensating Exposure 1. Press the Fn button, and then use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the exposure ).
Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settings How to use the menu You can use the menu on the LCD monitor to set up recording functions. 1. Turn on the camera and press the MENU button. A menu for each camera mode appears. The items indicated by are default settings. 2. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to navigate through the menus. Menu Sharpness Contrast Sub menu Available mode Soft+ Soft Normal Vivid Vivid+ - High Normal Low - Page RECORDING p.
Sharpness Focus Area You can adjust the sharpness of the picture you are about to take. You cannot check the sharpness effect on the LCD monitor before you take a picture, because this function is applied only when the captured image is stored on the memory. RECORDING Sharpness Contrast Focus Area Voice Memo Voice Record Back Soft+ Soft Normal Vivid Vivid+ OK Set You can select your preferred Focus Area according to the shooting conditions.
Voice Memo You can add your voice-over to a stored still image. (Max. 10 sec.) Voice Recording A voice can be recorded for as long as the available recording time (Max. 10 hour) allows. RECORDING Sharpness Contrast Focus Area Voice Memo Voice Record Off On Back OK Set - If the voice memo indicator is displayed on the LCD monitor, the setting is completed. - Press the shutter button and take a picture. The picture is stored on the memory card. Press the shutter button to record a voice.
Voice Recording Recording the movie clip without voice You can record the movie without voice. Pausing while recording a voice Using this function, you can record your favourite voice clips into a voice recording file without having to create multiple voice recording files. SH Stop 1. Press the Pause button ( recording. ) to pause 2. Press the Pause button ( resume the recording. ) again to Pause [Voice recording mode] 3. If you wish to stop recording, press the shutter button again.
SCENE mode Sound menu Use the menu to easily configure optimal settings for a variety of shooting situations. Press the MENU button and select a desired sub menu. Refer to page 22 for more information. In this mode, you can set up sound settings. You can use the setup menu in all camera modes, except Voice Recording mode.
Sound ( ) Volume Beep Sound You can select a volume of start up sound, shutter sound, beep sound and AF sound. - [Volume] sub menu : [Off], [Low], [Medium], [High] SOUND Volume Start Sound Shutter Sound Beep Sound AF Sound Back If you set sound to ON, various sounds will be activated for camera startup, when buttons are pressed, so that you can be aware of the camera operation status.
Setup menu In this mode, you can set up basic settings. You can use the setup menu in all camera modes, except Voice Recording mode. The items indicated by Menu tab are default settings. Sub menu Main menu File Menu tab Reset Page Series p.54 (Setup menu 2) Main menu Sub menu Page Quick View Off 0.5, 1, 3 sec p.56 Power Off Off 1, 3, 5, 10 min p.56 p.56 LCD Save Off On Video Out NTSC PAL p.57 Format No Yes p.58 Reset No Yes p.
Setup menu 1 ( ) File name LANGUAGE This function allows the user to select the file naming format. There is a choice of languages that can be displayed on the LCD monitor. Even if the battery is removed and inserted again, the language setting will be preserved. [Reset] : After using the reset function, the next file name will be set from 0001 even after formatting, deleting all or inserting a new memory card.
Setup menu 1 ( ) Imprinting the recording date Auto Focus lamp There is an option to include DATE / TIME on still images. You can turn on and off the Auto Focus lamp. - Sub menus [Off] : The DATE & TIME will not be imprinted on the image file. [Date] : Only the DATE will be imprinted on the image file. SETUP 1 File Language Date & Time Imprint LCD AF Lamp Back - Sub menus Off Date Date&Time OK Set [Off] : The AF lamp will not light up in low light conditions.
Setup menu 2 ( ) Quick view Auto power off If you enable Quick View before capturing an image, you can view the image you just captured on the LCD monitor for the duration set in the [Quick View] setup. Quick view is possible only with still images. This function switches the camera off after a set amount of time in order to prevent unnecessary battery drainage. [Off] - Sub menus [Off] - Sub menus 2 : The quick view function can’t be activated. [0.
Setup menu 2 ( ) Selecting Video out type - NTSC : U.S.A, Canada, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Mexico. The Movie output signal from the camera can be NTSC or PAL. Your choice of output will be governed by the type of device (monitor or TV, etc.) to which the camera is connected. PAL mode can support only BDGHI.
Setup menu 2 ( ) Formatting a memory Initialisation This is used for formatting the memory. If you run [Format] on the memory, all images, including the protected images, will be deleted. Be sure to download important images to your PC before formatting the memory. All camera menu and function settings will be restored to their default values. However, values for DATE / TIME, LANGUAGE, and VIDEO OUT will not be changed. - Sub menus [No] : The memory will not be formatted.
Starting play mode Turn the camera on and select Play mode by pressing the play mode button ( ). The camera can now play back the images stored in the memory. Playing back a movie clip If the memory card is inserted in the camera, all the camera functions apply only to the memory card. 1. Select the recorded movie clip that you want to play back by using the Left/Right button. If the memory card is not inserted in the camera, all the camera functions apply only to the internal memory. 2.
Starting play mode Movie clip capture function On camera movie trimming You can capture still images from the movie clip. You can extract desired frames of movie clip during the movie clip play back. If the running time is under 10 seconds, the movie clip can’t be trimmed. How to capture the movie clip 1. Press the Pause button ( ) at the point of the movie clip where you want to start extracting. 1. Press the Play / Pause button ( ) while playing the movie clip. Then press the E button. 2.
Starting play mode Playing back a recorded voice Playing back a voice memo 1. Select the recorded voice that you want to play back by using the Left/Right button. 1. Select a still image that has the voice memo. 2. Press the play & pause button ( play back a recorded voice file. 2. Press the play & pause button ( play back the voice memo. ) to - To pause a recorded voice file, while playing it back, press the play & pause button ( ) again.
LCD monitor Indicator Using the camera buttons to set the camera The LCD monitor displays shooting information about the displayed image. In Play mode, you can use the buttons on the camera to conveniently set up the Play mode functions. Thumbnail ( ) / Enlargement ( ) button You can view multiple pictures, enlarge a selected picture, and crop and save a selected area of an image. Thumbnail display 1. While an image is displayed on full screen, press the thumbnail button. No.
Thumbnail ( ) / Enlargement ( ) button Image enlargement 1. Select an image that you want to enlarge and press the enlargement button. 2. Different parts of the image can be viewed by pressing the 5 function button. 3. Pressing the thumbnail button will zoom back to the original full sized image. - You can tell whether the image displayed is an enlarged view by checking the image enlargement indicator shown at the top left of the LCD monitor.
Info( ) / Up button Play & Pause ( When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, the UP button operates as a direction button. When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the Info button will display image information on the LCD monitor. ) / Down button In Play mode, the play & pause/ down button works as follows: - If the menu is displayed Press the DOWN button to move from the main menu to a sub menu, or to move down the sub menu cursor.
Left / Right / Menu / OK button Delete ( LEFT / RIGHT / MENU / OK buttons activate the following. This deletes images stored on the memory card. - LEFT button : While the menu is showing, the LEFT button operates as a direction button. While the menu is not showing, press the LEFT button to select the previous image. ) button 1. Select an image that you want to delete by pressing the Left / Right button and press the DELETE ( ) button.
E (Effect) button : Resize Change the resolution (size) of pictures taken. Select [Start image] to save an image to be the start-up image. - L730 5M 3M 1M 5M 3M 1M 1. Press the play mode button and press the E button. 2. Press the Left / Right button and select the [RESIZE] ( ) menu tab. RESIZE 3. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the Up / Down button and press the OK button.
E (Effect) button : Rotating an image E (Effect) button : Colour You can rotate the stored images by various degrees. It is possible to add colour effects to your images by using this button. 1. Press the play mode button and press the E button. 2. Press the LEFT / RIGHT button and select ) menu tab. the [ROTATE] ( 3. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP / DOWN button. Right 90° 1. Press the play mode button and press the E button. ROTATE COLOR 2.
E (Effect) button : Colour E (Effect) button : Special Colour Custom colour 1. Press the play mode button and press the E button. You can change the R (Red), G (Green) and B (Blue) values of the image. 2. Select ( ) menu tab by pressing the Left/Right button. Custom Color Colour Filter Move - OK button : Select / setup the Custom Colour OK Set Custom Color With this menu, you can change the colour information of the image (excluding Red, Blue, Green and Yellow) to Black and White. 1.
E (Effect) button : Special Colour Colour mask With this menu, you can select a part you want to highlight. The rest of the image will be in black and white. SPECIAL COLOR Color Mask Select ( shown. Move E ) the selected area will be Exit OK Set E Back Press the OK button and you can set the size and location of the part to be highlighted.
E (Effect) button : Image editing 1. Press the play back button and press the E button. Contrast control 2. Select ( You can change the contrast of the image. ) menu tab by pressing the Left/Right button. 1. Select ( ) by pressing the Up/Down button and a bar for selecting the contrast will be displayed. 2. Change the contrast by pressing the Left/ Right button. 3. Press the OK button and the image will be saved as a new file name. Red eye Removal Red eye effect can be removed from the captured image.
E (Effect) button : FUN Cartoon You can add a text box to the image to make the image cartoon like. The cartoon image is saved as 1M image size. Select a desired position by pressing the Up/Down/Left/ Right button and press the OK button. Cartoon FUN Select Cartoon ( Move EE Select a desired frame by pressing the Left/Right button and then press the OK button ) Frame Exit E OK Set Select EE Back E OK Set Move OK E Set Change the location of the text box by pressing the Left/Right button.
E (Effect) button : FUN Before saving the cartoon image, you can change the selected image. Preset focus frames 1. Pressing the Fn button deletes the images in order. You can make the subject stand out from its surroundings. The subject will be sharp and in focus while making the rest out of focus. 2. Press the OK button and you can select images.
E (Effect) button : FUN Composite image Moving and changing the focus frame You can change the focus frame after selecting a Range menu. You can combine 2 - 4 different shots in a still image. 1. Select a focus frame by pressing the Left/Right button and press the OK button. 2. Move the location of the frame by pressing the Up/Down/Left/Right button. Composite FUN 3. Press the OK button and the file is saved as a new file name.
E (Effect) button : FUN Selecting 2 composite shots Before selecting the last composite image, you can change a part of composite image. 1. During the composite image editing, press the Fn button. Pressing the Up/Down/Left/Right button Move E OK 2. A previous image will be deleted. Press the OK button and you can select a new image. After selecting an image, press the Fn button again and the image will be deleted again.
E (Effect) button : FUN Photo Frame You can add 9 types of frame-like borders to a still image you want to capture. Date & Time information will not be printed on the stored image taken with Photo Frame menu. FUN Photo Frame Move EE Exit Frame E OK Set Select a desired sub menu by pressing the Left/Right button. - Press the E button and the frame will be canceled. Press the OK button and the image is saved. L730 only : The size of Photo frame image is fixed to 1M.
E (Effect) button : FUN Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor Sticker PLAY mode functions can be changed by using the LCD monitor. In the PLAY mode, pressing the MENU button displays the menu on the LCD monitor. The menus you can set up in Play mode are as follows. To capture an image after setting up the play menu, press the PLAY mode button or shutter button. You can add various stickers to the image.
Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor This menu is available while the camera is connected to a PictBridge supporting printer (direct connection to the camera, sold separately) with a USB cable. Menu Tab Main Menu Images Size Layout Sub Menu Secondary Menu One Pic - All Pics - Auto - PostCard - Card 4X6 L - 2L - Letter - A4 - A3 - Auto - Full - 1 - 2 - 4 - 8 - 9 - 16 - Index - Page Menu Tab Main Menu Type p.85 Quality Date Print File Name p.
Starting the slide show ( ) Images can be displayed continuously at pre-set intervals. You can view the slide show by connecting the camera to an external monitor. Selecting Images You can select image to view 1. Press the play mode button and press the menu button. 2. Press the LEFT / RIGHT button and select the [SLIDE SHOW] menu tab. 2. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the Up / Down button. Start the slide show The slide show can start only in the [Show] menu. 1.
Starting the slide show ( ) Configure slide show effects Setting play interval Unique screen effects can be used for the slide show. Set the slide show play interval. 1. Select the [Effect] sub menu by pressing the UP / DOWN button and press the RIGHT button. 2. Use the Up / Down button to select the type of effect. SLIDE SHOW Show Image Effect Interval Music Back Off Basic Classic Memories Rhythmic Delight OK Set [Off] : No effect.
Playback ( ) Voice memo Protecting images This is used to protect specific shots from being accidentally erased (Lock). It also unprotects images that have been previously protected (Unlock). You can add your voice to a stored still image. 1. Press the Up / Down button and select the [Protect] menu tab. And then press the Right button.
Playback ( ) Deleting images This deletes images stored on the memory. If the memory card is inserted, images on the memory card are deleted. Otherwise, images in the internal memory are deleted. 1. Press the Up / Down button and select the [Delete] PLAYBACK menu tab. And then press the Right button. Voice Memo Protect 2. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP / Delete Select DPOF All DOWN button and press the OK button.
Playback ( ) Standard Index This function allows you to embed printing quantity information on a stored image. 1. Press the Up / Down button and select the [DPOF] menu tab. And then press the Right button. PLAYBACK Standard Index Size 1. Press the Up / Down button and select the [DPOF] menu tab. And then press the Right button. Select All Cancel Back OK Set 3. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP / DOWN button. 3.
Playback ( ) Print size Copy To Card You can specify the print size when printing images stored on the memory card. The [Size] menu is available only for DPOF 1.1 compatible printers. 1. Press the Up / Down button and select the [DPOF] menu tab. And then press the Right button. 1. Select the [Copy To Card] menu tab by pressing the Up / Down button. And then press the Right button. PLAYBACK Sandard Index Size Select All Cancel 2. Press the Right button again and select the [Size].
Playback ( ) [Copy To Card] will not be selected without inserting a memory card. If there is not enough space available in the memory card to copy saved images in the internal memory (10 MB), the [Copy To Card] command will copy only some of the images and display [Memory Full!] message. Then the system will return to the playback mode. Please be sure to delete any unnecessary files to free up space before inserting the memory card into the camera.
PictBridge PictBridge : Picture Selection You can select images you want to print. Easy printing Setting the Number of Copies to Print When you connect the camera to printer in the Play back mode, you can print a picture easily. - Pressing the Left / Right button : Selects a previous / next image. 1. Press the Menu button and the PictBridge menu will display. Print OK Menu ) button : - Pressing the printer ( Currently displayed image will be printed with the printer’s default setting. 2.
PictBridge : Print Setting PictBridge : Reset You can select the Paper Size, Print Format, Paper Type, Print Quality, Date Print, and File Name Print menus for printed pictures. Initialises user-changed configurations. 1. Press the Menu button and the PictBridge menu will display. 2. Use the Up / Down buttons to select the desired menu, and then press the Right button. 3. Use the Up / Down buttons to select the desired sub menu value, and then press the OK button.
Important notes Be sure to observe the following precautions! This unit contains precision electronic components. Do not use or store this unit in the following locations. - Areas exposed to severe changes in temperature and humidity. - Areas exposed to dust and dirt. - Areas exposed to direct sunlight or the inside of a vehicle in hot weather. - Environments where there is high magnetism or excessive vibration. - Areas with high explosives or highly flammable materials.
Important notes Camera Maintenance - Use a soft brush (available from photo stores) to gently clean the lens and LCD assemblies. If this does not work, lens-cleaning paper with lens cleaning fluid can be used. Clean the camera body with a soft cloth. Do not allow this camera to come into contact with solvent materials such as benzol, insecticide, thinners etc. This may damage the body shell of the camera and also affect its performance. Rough handling can damage the LCD monitor.
Warning indicator [ File Error! ] ᆞFile error → Delete the file. ᆞMemory card error → Contact a camera service centre. [ Low Battery! ] ᆞThere is low battery capacity → Insert fresh batteries. [ Low Light! ] ᆞWhen taking pictures in dark places → Take pictures in Flash Photography mode. Before contacting a service centre Please check the following The camera doesn’t switch on ᆞThere is low battery capacity → Insert fresh batteries. (p.15) ᆞBattery is inserted incorrectly with the polarities reversed.
Before contacting a service centre Camera does not take images when pressing the Shutter button The flash does not fire There is insufficient memory capacity Delete unnecessary image files Flash off mode has been selected → Dis-engage flash off mode The memory card has not been formatted → Format the memory card (p.58) The camera mode can't use the flash → Refer to the FLASH instruction (p.
Before contacting a service centre Specifications Images are too bright Image Sensor - Type : 1/2.5" CCD - Effective Pixel : L830 : Approx. 8.1 Mega-pixel L730 : Approx. 7.2 Mega-pixel - Total Pixel : L830 : Approx. 8.3 Mega-pixel L730 : Approx. 7.4 Mega-pixel Lens - Focal Length : NV Lens f = 6.3 ~ 18.9mm (35mm film equivalent : 38 ~ 114mm) - F No. : F 3.0 ~ F 7.7(Wide), F 5.6~F 14.1(Tele) - Digital Zoom : L830 : ·Still Image mode : 1.0X ~ 5.0X ·Play mode : 1.0X ~ 12.
Specifications Exposure - Control : Program AE - Metering : Multi, Spot, Face Recognition - Compensation : ±2EV (1/3EV steps) - ISO : L830 : Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600 L730 : Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600 Flash - Modes : Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red-eye Fix - Range : Wide : 0.2m ~ 4.6m, Tele : 0.5m ~ 2.6m(ISO AUTO) - Recharging Time : Approx.
Specifications - Capacity (256 MB Size) Interface · L830 - Digital output connector : USB 2.0 High Speed - Audio : Mono - Video output : NTSC, PAL (user selectable) Super Fine 53 63 76 94 142 459 Fine 104 118 144 181 264 710 Normal 151 197 223 256 363 822 Power Source - Rechargeable battery : SLB-0937, 3.7V (900mAh) - Adaptor : SAC-46 (DC 4.
Software Notes System Requirements Please ensure that you read the instruction manual carefully before use. - The attached software is a camera driver and image editing software tool for Windows. For Windows For Macintosh PC with processor better than Pentium II 450MHz (Pentium 800MHz recommended) Power Mac G3 or later - Copyrights for software are licensed only for use with a camera. Windows 98SE / 2000 / ME / XP/Vista Mac OS 10.0 ~ 10.
About the software After inserting the CD-ROM provided with this camera into the CD-ROM drive, the following window should automatically run. Before connecting the camera to the PC, you should first install the camera driver. Be sure to check the system requirements before installing the driver. You should allow 5 ~ 10 seconds for running the automatic setup program according to the capability of your computer. If the frame does not appear, run the [Windows Explorer] and select [Installer.
Setting up the application software To use this camera with a PC, install the application software first. After this has been done, the stored images in the camera can be moved to the PC and can be edited by an image editing program. You can visit the Samsung web-site through the internet. http://www.samsungcamera.com : English http://www.samsungcamera.co.kr : Korean 1. The auto run frame will display. Click the [Install] menu in the Auto run frame. 2.
Setting up the application software 3. After restarting the computer, connect the PC to the camera with the USB cable. 4. Turn the camera power on. The [Found New Hardware Wizard] will open and the computer will recognise the camera. If your OS is Windows XP/ Vista, an image viewer program will open. If the download window of Samsung Master opens after starting Samsung Master, the camera driver was set up successfully.
Setting up the application software If you have installed the camera driver, the [Found New Hardware Wizard] may not open. On a Windows 98SE system, the Found New Hardware Wizard dialog box opens and a window asking you to select a driver file may appear. In this case, specify "USB Driver" in the CD supplied. PDF documents of user manual are included in the Software CD-ROM supplied with this camera. Search the PDF files with Windows explorer.
Starting PC mode Connecting the camera to a PC Downloading stored images You can download the still images stored on the camera to your PC's hard disk and print them or use a photo editing software to edit them. 1. Connect the camera to your PC with the USB cable. 2. On your computer's desktop display, select [My computer] and double click [Removable Disk DCIM 100SSCAM]. The image files will then be displayed.
Starting PC mode 4. A pop-up menu will open. Click the [Cut] or [Copy] menu. - [Cut] : cuts a selected file. - By using [Samsung Master], you can see the stored images in the memory directly on the PC monitor and you can copy or move the image files. - [Copy] : copies files. 5. Click a folder where you want to paste the file. 6. Press the right mouse button and a pop-up menu will open. Click [Paste]. 7. An image file is transferred from the camera to your PC.
Removing the removable disk Windows 98SE 1. Check whether the camera and PC are transferring a file. If the camera status lamp blinks, please wait until the lamp has finished blinking and is constantly on. 2. Unplug the USB cable. 5. A [Safe to Remove Hardware] window will open. Click the [OK] button. 6. A [Unplug or Eject Hardware] window will open. Click the [Close] button and the removable disk will be removed safely.
Setting up the USB Driver for MAC 1. A USB Driver for MAC is not included with the software CD as MAC OS supports the camera driver. Removing the USB Driver for Windows 98SE To remove the USB driver, refer to the process shown below. 1. Connect the camera to your PC and turn them on. 2. Check the MAC OS version during start-up. This camera is compatible with MAC OS 10.0 ~ 10.4. 2. Check whether the Removable Disk is on the [My Computer]. 3.
Samsung Master You can download, view, edit and save your images and movies with this software. This software is only compatible with Windows. To start the program, click [Start Master Samsung Master]. Programs Samsung Samsung Downloading images 1. Connect the camera to your PC. 2. A window for downloading images will be displayed after connecting the camera to your PC. - To download the captured images, select the [Select All] button.
Samsung Master Image viewer : You can view the stored images. Image edit : You can edit the still image. - Image viewer functions are listed below. Menu bar : You can select menus. File, Edit, View, Tools, Change functions, Auto download, help, etc. Image selection window : You can select the desired images in this window. Media type selection menu : You can select image viewer, image edit and movie edit functions in this menu.
Samsung Master Movie edit : You can get the still image, movie clip, narration, music files together in a movie clip. Some movie clips that were compressed with a codec that is not compatible with the Samsung Master can’t play back in the Samsung Master. Refer to the [Help] menu in Samsung Master for further information. - Movie clip edit functions are listed below. Edit menu : You can select the following menus. [Add Media] : You can add other media elements to a movie.
FAQ Please check the following if the USB connection malfunctions. Case 1 USB cable is not connected or it is not the supplied USB cable. Connect the supplied USB cable. Case 2 The camera is not recognised by your PC. Sometimes, the camera may appear under [Unknown Devices] in Device Manager. Install the camera driver correctly. Turn off the camera, remove the USB cable, plug in the USB cable again, and then turn on the camera. Case 3 There is an unexpected error during file transfer.
FAQ When the movie clip doesn’t play back on the PC When the movie clip recorded by the camera doesn’t play back on the PC, the causes are mostly due to the codec installed on the PC. When codec for play back the movie clip isn’t installed Install the codec as listed below. [Installing codec for Windows] 1. Installing the XviD codec 1) Insert the CD provided with the camera. 2) Run the windows explorer and select [CD-ROM drive:\XviD] folder and click the XviD-1.1.2-01112006.exe file.
Correct Disposal of This Product Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should not be disposed with other household wastes at the end of its working life.
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