This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly. Click a topic Basic troubleshooting User Manual PL221 Quick reference Contents Basic functions Extended functions Shooting options Playback/Editing Settings Appendixes Index Downloaded from www.Manualslib.
Health and safety information Always comply with the following precautions and usage tips to avoid dangerous situations and ensure peak performance of your camera. Keep your camera away from small children and pets. Warning—situations that could cause injury to yourself or others Keep your camera and all accessories out of the reach of small children and animals. Small parts may cause choking or serious injury if swallowed. Moving parts and accessories may present physical dangers as well.
Health and safety information Do not use batteries for unintended purposes. Caution—situations that could cause damage to your camera or other equipment This may cause a fire or electric shock. Do not touch the flash while it fires. Remove the batteries from your camera when storing it for an extended period of time. The flash is very hot when fired and may burn your skin. Installed batteries may leak or corrode over time and cause serious damage to your camera.
Health and safety information Do not force the camera’s parts or apply pressure to the camera. Check that the camera is operating properly before use. The manufacturer takes no responsibility for any loss of files or damages that may result from camera malfunction or improper use. This may cause your camera to malfunction. Exercise caution when you connect cables or adapters and install batteries and memory cards. You must plug the end of the cable with the indicator light (▲) into your camera.
Organization of the user manual Basic functions Copyright information 11 Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic functions for shooting. • Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. • micro SD™, micro SDHC™ are registered trademarks of the SD Association. • Mac is a registered trademark of the Apple Corporation. • Trademarks and trade names used in this manual are the property of their respective owners.
Indications used in this manual Shooting mode Icons used in this manual Indication Icon Function Additional information Smart Auto Safety warnings and precautions Program DUAL IS [ ] Camera buttons; for example: [Shutter] represents the shutter button. Scene ( ) Page number of related information → The order of options or menus you must select to perform a step. For example: Select Shooting → White Balance represents select Shooting, and then select White Balance.
Expressions used in this manual Pressing the shutter Exposure (Brightness) • Half-press [Shutter]: press the shutter halfway down. • 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.
Basic troubleshooting You can get answers to common questions. Solve problems easily by setting shooting options. The subject's eyes appear red. This is caused by a reflection from the camera flash. • Set the flash option to Red-eye or Red-eye Fix. (p. 43) Red-eye Fix in the edit menu. (p. 72) • If the photo has already been taken, select Photos have dust spots. Dust particles floating in the air may be captured in photos when using the flash. • Turn off the flash or avoid taking photos in a dusty place.
Quick reference Taking photos of people • mode > Object Highlight 33 mode > Beauty Shot 32 • • Red-eye, Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye) 43 • Face Detection 48 Adjusting the exposure (brightness) • EV (to adjust exposure) 53 • ACB (to compensate for subjects against bright backgrounds) 53 • Metering 54 • AEB (to take three photos of the same scene with different exposures) 56 Taking photos at night or in the dark • mode > Night 34 mode > Sunset, Dawn 30 • • Flash options 4
Contents Recording a video ....................................................... Using the Smart Scene Detection mode ....................... Recording voice memos .............................................. Recording a voice memo ............................................. Adding a voice memo to a photo . ................................ Basic functions ................................................................ 11 Unpacking ....................................................................
Contents 53 54 54 56 57 57 60 Settings ............................................................................ 83 Playback/Editing ............................................................. 61 Error messages ............................................................ 90 Camera maintenance ................................................... 91 Cleaning your camera . ................................................ 91 Using or storing the camera .........................................
Basic functions Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic functions for shooting.
Unpacking Check your product box for the following items. Optional accessories Camera Strap AC adapter/USB cable User Manual CD-ROM Rechargeable battery Memory card/ Memory card adapter A/V cable Battery charger Quick Start Guide • The illustrations may differ from your actual items. • Purchase Samsung-approved optional items that are compatible with your camera at the service center or the store where you purchased your camera.
Camera layout Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera's parts and their functions. Zoom button • Zoom in or out in Shooting mode. • Zoom in on part of a photo or view files as thumbnails in Playback mode. • Adjust volume in Playback mode. Shutter button Speaker POWER button Microphone AF-assist light/timer lamp Flash Lens Tripod mount Battery chamber cover Insert a memory card and battery Basic functions Downloaded from www.Manualslib.
Camera layout Attaching the strap Status lamp • Blinking: When the camera is saving a photo or video, being read by a computer or printer, or out of focus • Steady: When the camera is connecting to a computer or in focus USB and A/V port Display Accepts USB cable or A/V cable Mode button: Open the list of shooting modes Icon Button Mode Description Smart Auto The camera automatically selects settings based on a type of scene (Night, Portrait, Sunset, etc.) it detects.
Inserting the battery and memory card Learn how to insert the battery and an optional memory card into the camera. Removing the battery and memory card Push the card gently until the card disengages from the camera, and then pull it out of the slot. Memory card Battery lock Insert a memory card with the gold-colored contacts facing up. Push the lock up to release the battery. Battery Insert the battery with the Samsung logo facing up.
Charging the battery and turning your camera on Charging the battery Turning on your camera Before using the camera for the first time, you must charge the battery. Attach the USB cable to the AC adapter, and then plug the end of cable with the indicator light into your camera. Press [POWER] to turn your camera on or off. • The initial setup screen appears when you turn on the camera for the first time. (p. 17) Turning on your camera in Playback mode Press [ ].
Performing the initial setup The initial setup screen appears to allow you to configure the camera's basic settings. 1 Press [ 2 Press [ 3 4 Press [ ] or [ ] to select a language and press [ Press [ [ ] or [ ] or [ ] to scroll to Time Zone and press ]. 5 Press [ ] or [ ]. • The initial setup screen appears when you turn on the camera for the first time. ] to select Language and press [ ] or [ ] to select a time zone and press [ • To set the daylight-saving time, press [ ]. ].
Learning icons The icons displayed will change according to the mode you select or the options you set. A Icon C. I cons on the left Description Auto focus frame Camera shake B Icon Description Aperture and shutter speed Long time shutter Zoom ratio Current date and time Exposure value White balance C B. Icons on the right Icon Face retouch Photo resolution A.
Selecting options You can select options by pressing [ ], and then using the navigation buttons ([ You can also access shooting options by pressing [ 1 2 In Shooting mode, press [ 3 ]). Press [ ] to confirm. ] again to go back to the previous menu. Half-press [Shutter] to return to the Shooting mode. ]. ] to confirm the highlighted option or menu. Basic functions Downloaded from www.Manualslib.
Selecting options Example: Selecting a White Balance option in the P mode 1 2 In Shooting mode, press [ Press [ press [ ]. 5 ] or [ ] to scroll to Program, and then Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll to White Balance, and then press [ ] or [ ]. ]. Photo Size Quality EV ISO White Balance Smart Filter Face Detection Smart Auto Program DUAL IS Scene Movie Exit This mode allows you to directly set various features for shooting. 3 Press [ 6 Back Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll to a White Balance option. ].
Setting the display and sound Learn how to change the basic display and sound settings. Changing the display type Setting the sound Select a display type for Shooting or Playback mode. Each type displays different shooting or playback information. Set whether your camera emits a specified sound when you operate your camera. Press [ 1 2 ] repeatedly to change a display type. In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ Select Sound → Beep Sound → an option. Show all photographic information.
Taking photos Learn basic actions to take photos easily and quickly in the Smart Auto mode. 1 2 In Shooting mode, press [ Press [ press [ ]. 4 Half-press [Shutter] to focus. 5 Press [Shutter] to take a photo. ] or [ ] to scroll to Smart Auto, and then ]. • A green frame means the subject in focus. • A red frame means the subject is out of focus. Smart Auto Program DUAL IS Scene Movie This mode recognizes the scene automatically. 3 Align your subject in the frame.
Taking photos Zooming Digital zoom You can shoot close-up photos by adjusting the zoom. Your camera has a 10X optical zoom, 2X Intelli zoom, and 5X digital zoom. Intelli zoom and digital zoom cannot be used at the same time. If the zoom indicator is in the digital range, your camera is using the digital zoom. By using both the optical zoom and digital zoom, you can zoom in up to 50 times.
Taking photos Intelli zoom • The Intelli zoom is not available with a Smart Filter effect or Tracking AF option. • The Intelli zoom is available only when you set a 4:3 ratio resolution. If you set another resolution ratio with Intelli zoom on, the Intelli zoom will be turned off automatically. • Intelli zoom helps you capture a photo with less quality deterioration than the digital zoom. However, the photo quality may be lower than when you use the optical zoom.
Taking photos Reducing camera shake (OIS) • OIS may not function properly when: -- you move your camera to follow a moving subject -- you use zoom -- there is too much camera shake -- the shutter speed is slow (e.g., when in the mode) -- the battery is low -- you take a close-up shot • 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. • If the camera is hit or dropped, the display will be blurry.
Tips for getting a clearer photo Reducing camera shake Holding your camera correctly • Set the Optical Image Stabilization option to reduce camera shake optically. (p. 25) • Select the mode to reduce camera shake both optically and digitally. (p. 34) Make sure nothing is blocking the lens. When Half-pressing the shutter button is displayed Half-press [Shutter] and adjust the focus. The camera adjusts the focus and exposure automatically.
Preventing your subject from being out of focus • 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.
Shooting modes Take photos or record videos by selecting the best shooting mode for the conditions. Using the Smart Auto mode Icon In this mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings based on the type of scene it defects. Smart Auto Mode is helpful if you are not familiar with the camera settings for various scenes. 1 2 3 In Shooting mode, press [ Description Appears when taking photos of landscapes at night. This is available only when the flash is off.
Shooting modes 4 5 Half-press [Shutter] to focus. Using the Scene mode Press [Shutter] to take the photo. Take a photo with options preset for a specific scene. • If the camera does not recognize a proper scene mode, appears and the camera uses default settings. • Even if it detects a face, the camera may not select a portrait mode depending on the subject's position or lighting.
Shooting modes 3 4 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. Press [Shutter] to take the photo. Using the Magic Frame mode In Magic Frame mode, you can apply various frame effects to your photos. The shape and the feel of the photos will change according to the frame you select. 1 2 3 4 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Select Scene → Magic Frame. Press [ ]. Select Shooting → Frame → an option.
Shooting modes 6 Using the Beauty Shot mode Take a photo of a person with options to hide facial imperfections. 1 2 3 4 In Shooting mode, press [ Select Shooting → Face Retouch → an option. • Select a higher setting to hide a greater number of imperfections. ]. Select Scene → Beauty Shot. Level 2 To make the subject's skin tone appear lighter (face only), press [ ], and then go to Step 4. To hide facial imperfections, press [ ], and then go to Step 5. Select Shooting → Face Tone → an option.
Shooting modes 7 Using the Object Highlight mode Object Highlight mode makes the subject more distinguishable by adjusting the depth of field. 1 2 3 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Select Scene → Object Highlight. Position the camera according to the optimum distance displayed on the screen. 8 Half-press [Shutter] to focus. • When the camera can apply the object highlight effect, ( ) will appear. • When the camera cannot apply the object highlight effect, ( ) will appear.
Shooting modes Using the DUAL IS mode Using the Night mode Reduce camera shake and prevent blurred photos with Optical and Digital Image Stabilization functions. Use the Night mode to take a photo with options for preset for shooting at night. Use a tripod to prevent your camera from shaking. Before correction 1 2 3 In Shooting mode, press [ 4 Press [Shutter] to take the photo. After correction 1 2 3 In Shooting mode, press [ 4 Press [Shutter] to take the photo. ]. Select DUAL IS.
Shooting modes 5 Using the Program mode Select the aperture value or shutter speed. In Program mode, you can set most options, except the shutter speed and aperture value, which the camera sets automatically. Aperture value Shutter speed AUTO AUTO Aperture Back Move 6 Select an option. 7 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. 8 Press [Shutter] to take the photo.
Shooting modes Recording a video In Movie mode, you can record high-definition videos in 1280 X 720 HQ resolution. You can record up to 4 GB (approximately 17 minutes) at 1280 X 720 HQ resolution and the camera saves recorded videos as MJPEG files. • Some memory cards may not support high definition recording. If this occurs, set a lower resolution. (p. 41) • Memory cards with slow writing speeds will not support high resolution videos and high-speed videos.
Shooting modes Using the Smart Scene Detection mode To pause recording The camera allows you to pause a video temporarily while recording. With this function, you can record several scenes as a single video. Press [ ] to pause while recording. Press it again to resume. Stop In this mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings based on a detected type of scene. 1 2 3 4 5 Pause In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Select Movie. Press [ ].
Shooting modes Icon Description Appears when recording videos of sunsets. 6 7 Press [Shutter] to start recording. Press [Shutter] again to stop recording. • If the camera does not recognize a proper scene mode, will not change and the default settings will be used. • The camera may not select the correct scene depending on shooting environments, such as camera shake, lighting and distance to the subject. • In Smart Scene Detection mode, you cannot set smart filter effects.
Recording voice memos 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 16 inches (40 cm.) away from the camera. Recording a voice memo 1 2 3 In Shooting mode, press [ Adding a voice memo to a photo ]. Select Shooting → Voice → Record. Press [Shutter] to record. • You can record voice memos of up to 10 hours in length.
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 When recording a video 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 also increases. 1 2 In the In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Select Movie → Movie Size → an option.
Using the timer Learn how to set the timer to delay shooting. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ 3 ]. Press [Shutter] to start the timer. • The AF-assist light/timer lamp blinks. The camera automatically takes a photo at the specified time. • Press [Shutter] or [ ] to cancel the timer. • Depending on the face detection option you have selected, the timer function or some timer options may not be available. • When you set burst options, you cannot use the timer function. Off 2 Select an option.
Shooting in the dark Learn how to take photos at night or in low light conditions. Preventing red-eye Using the flash If the flash fires when you take a photo of a person in the dark, a red glow may appear in the person's eyes. To prevent this, select Red-eye or Red-eye Fix. Refer to flash options in "Using the flash". Use the flash when taking photos in the dark or when you need more light in your photos. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Auto 2 Select an option.
Shooting in the dark Option Description • Flash options are not available if you set Continuous, Motion Capture, AEB options or select Self-Portrait or Blink Detection. • Make sure that your subjects are within the recommended distance from the flash. (p. 102) • If light from the flash is relected or there is a large amount of dust in the air, tiny spots may appear in your photo. Slow Sync: • The flash fires and the shutter stays open longer.
Changing the camera’s focus Learn how to adjust the camera's focus. Using macro Using auto focus Use macro to take close-up photos of subjects, such as flowers or insects. Refer to macro options in “Using auto focus”. To take sharp photos, select the appropriate focus according to your distance from the subject. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Normal (AF) 2 Select an option. Option Description Normal (AF): Focus on a subject farther than 31.5 in. (80 cm) from the camera. Farther than 79 in.
Changing the camera’s focus Using tracking auto focus • If you do not select a focus area, the focus frame will appear in the center of the screen. • Tracking a subject may fail when: -- the subject is too small or the subject moves excessively -- the subject is backlit or you are shooting in a dark place -- colors or patterns on the subject and the background are the same -- the camera shakes excessively • When tracking a subject fails, the focus frame will appear as a white single-line frame ( ).
Changing the camera’s focus Adjusting the focus area 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 [ ]. Select Shooting → 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. Tracking AF: Focus on and track the subject. (p. 46) The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.
Using face detection 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. You can also use Smart Face Recognition to register faces and prioritize the focus on them. • The camera automatically tracks the registered face.
Using face detection Taking a self-portrait shot Taking a smile shot Take photos of yourself. The camera automatically sets the photo distance to close-up and emits a beep when ready. The camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a smiling face. When your subject smiles broadly, your camera can detect the smile more easily. When faces are located in the center, the camera beeps rapidly. 1 2 3 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Select Shooting → Face Detection → Self-Portrait.
Using face detection Detecting eye blinking Using smart face recognition If your camera detects closed eyes, it will automatically capture 2 photos in succession. The camera automatically registers faces that you frequently photograph. This feature will automatically prioritize the focus on those faces. This feature is available only when you use a memory card. 1 2 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Select Shooting → Face Detection → Blink Detection.
Using face detection • The camera may recognize and register faces incorrectly depending on lighting conditions, remarkable changes in the subject's pose or face, and whether or not the subject is wearing glasses. • The camera can automatically register up to 12 faces. If the camera recognizes a new face when there are 12 registered faces, it will replace the face in the lowest priority with the new one.
Using face detection 4 When you are finished taking the photos, the face list appears. • Your favorite faces are indicated with a on the face list. • You can register up to 8 favorite faces. • The flash option will be set to Off. • If you register the same face twice, you can delete one of the faces in the face list. Viewing your favorite faces 1 2 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Select Shooting → Smart FR Edit → Face List.
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) 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. If this occurs, turn the Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) option on. Depending on the intensity of the ambient light, your photos may be too bright or dark.
Adjusting brightness and color Changing the metering option 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 [ ]. Selecting a light source (White balance) 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 [ Defining your own white balance ]. Select Shooting or Movie → White Balance → an option. Icon Description Auto WB: Automatically sets the white balance based on the lighting conditions. 1 2 In Shooting mode, press [ 3 Aim the lens at a piece of white paper. 4 Press [Shutter]. Select Shooting or Movie → White Balance → Measure: Shutter (Custom Set). Daylight: Select when taking outdoor photos on a sunny day.
Using burst modes 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 to take multiple pictures rapidly. • You can use the flash, timer, ACB, and Smart Filter only when you select Single. • When you select Motion Capture, the resolution is set to VGA and the ISO speed is set to Auto. • Depending on the face detection option you selected, some burst options are not available.
Improving your photos Learn how to improve your photos by applying smart filter effects, or make some adjustments. Applying smart filter effects Available filters in Program, and DUAL IS modes Apply various filter effects to your photos to create unique images. Option Description Normal: No effect. Miniature: Apply a tilt-shift effect to make the subject appear in miniature. Vignetting: Apply the retro-looking colors, high contrast, and strong vignette effect of Lomo cameras.
Improving your photos Available filters in Movie mode • If you select Miniature when you are recording a video, the speed of the video playing time will increase. • If you select Miniature when you are recording a video, the camera will not record sound. • If you select Miniature, Vignetting, Fish-eye or Defog while recording a video, the recording speed will be set to and the recording resolution will be set to less than .
Improving your photos Defining your own RGB tone 1 2 In Shooting mode, press [ 3 Select a color (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue). ]. Select Shooting or Movie → Smart Filter → Custom RGB. Back Move 4 Adjust the amount of the selected color. (-: less or +: more) 5 Select [ ]. Shooting options Downloaded from www.Manualslib.
Improving your photos Adjusting your photos Saturation option Description Adjust the contrast, sharpness, and saturation of your photos. - Decrease the saturation. 1 2 3 In Shooting mode, press [ + Increase the saturation. 4 Select a value to adjust the selected item. ]. Select Shooting → Image Adjust. • Select 0 if you do not want to apply any effects (suitable for printing). • If you use this function, you cannot set the face recognition and smart filter options.
Playback/Editing Learn how to play back photos, videos, or voice memos and edit photos or videos. You will also learn how to connect your camera to your photo printer or TV.
Playing back Learn how to play back photos, videos, or voice memos, and manage files. Starting Playback mode Display in Playback mode View photos or play videos and voice memos stored in your camera. 1 2 Press [ ]. • The most recent file will be displayed. • If the camera is off, it will turn on and display the most recent file. Press [ ] or [ Information ] to scroll through files. • Press and hold to scroll through files quickly.
Playing back Ranking your favorite faces Canceling your favorite faces You can rank your favorite faces. This feature is available only when you use a memory card. You can delete your favorite faces. This feature is available only when you use a memory card. 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 In Playback mode, press [ ]. Select File Options → Face List Edit → Edit Ranking. Select a face from the list and press [ ]. Face List Edit Back 4 In Playback mode, press [ Select File Options → Face List Edit → Delete.
Playing back Viewing files by category in Smart Album View and manage files by categories, such as date, file type, or week. 1 2 3 In Playback mode, rotate [Zoom] left. Press [ 4 Press [ ] or [ 5 Press [ ]. Select a category. Type Date Color Week Face Back Set Option Description Type View files by file type. Date View files by the date they were saved. Color View files by the dominant color of the image. Week View files by the weekday they were saved.
Playing back Protecting files Viewing files as thumbnails Protect your files from accidental deletion. Scan thumbnails of files. In Playback mode, rotate [Zoom] left to display 9 or 20 thumbnails. Rotate [Zoom] right to return to the previous mode. 1 2 3 4 In Playback mode, press [ ]. Select File Options → Protect → Select. To protect all files, select All → Lock. To protect a single file, select the file you want to protect, and then press [ ]. • Press [ ] again to cancel your selection.
Playing back Deleting files Deleting all files You can select all files, and then delete them at once. Delete single files or all files at once. 1 2 3 You cannot delete protected files. Deleting a single file In Playback mode, press [ ]. Select File Options → Delete → All. When the pop-up message appears, select Yes. You can select one file, and then delete it. 1 2 In Playback mode, select a file, and then press [ Copying files to the memory card ].
Playing back Viewing photos Starting a slide show You can apply effects and add audio to your slide show. Enlarge part of a photo or view photos as a slide show. Enlarging a photo In Playback mode, rotate [Zoom] right to enlarge a photo. Rotate [Zoom] left to shrink a photo. 1 2 3 The enlarged area and zoom ratio are indicated on the top of the screen. The maximum zoom ratio may vary depending on the resolution.
Playing back 4 5 Set the slide show effect. Playing a video Select Start → Play. You can play a video, capture an image from a video. • To loop the slide show, select Repeat. • Press [ ] to pause or resume the slide show. To stop the slide show and switch to Playback mode, press [ [ ] or [ ]. 1 In Playback mode, select a video, and then press [ ], and then Pause 2 Use the following buttons to control playback. Press To [ Scan backward.
Playing back Capturing an image during playback 1 Press [ image. 2 Press [ Adding a voice memo to a photo ] at the point where you want to save a still ]. A captured image has the same resolution as the original video file and is saved as a new file. 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [ ]. 2 3 Select File Options → Voice memo → On. Press [Shutter] to record a short voice memo (10 seconds maximum). • Press [Shutter] to stop recording a voice memo.
Editing a photo Perform photo editing tasks, such as resizing, rotating, eliminating red-eyes, and adjusting brightness, contrast, or saturation. • The camera saves edited photos as new files. • When you edit photos, the camera will automatically convert them to a lower resolution. Photos that you rotate or resize manually are not automatically converted to a lower resolution. Resizing photos Rotating a photo 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [ ].
Editing a photo Applying smart filter effects Apply various filter effects to your photos to create unique images. 1 2 3 In Playback mode, select a photo and press [ Option Description Normal: No effect. ]. Miniature: Apply a tilt-shift effect to make the subject appear in miniature. Select Edit → Smart Filter. Vignetting: Apply the retro-looking colors, high contrast, and strong vignette effect of Lomo cameras. Select an effect. Soft Focus: Hide facial imperfections or apply dreamy effects.
Editing a photo Defining your own RGB tone 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [ ]. 2 3 Select Edit → Smart Filter → Custom RGB. Adjust ACB (Auto Contrast Balance), brightness, contrast, or saturation; remove red-eye; hide facial imperfections; or add noise to the photo. Select a color (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue). Back 4 Correcting exposure problems Adjusting ACB (Auto Contrast Balance) 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [ ]. 2 Select Edit → Image Adjust → ACB.
Editing a photo Hiding facial imperfections Adding noise to the photo 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [ ]. 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [ ]. 2 3 Select Edit → Image Adjust → Face Retouch. 2 Select Edit → Image Adjust → Add Noise. Select a level. • As the number increases, the face becomes clearer. Adjusting brightness/contrast/saturation 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [ ]. 2 3 Select Edit → Image Adjust. Select an adjustment option.
Editing a photo Creating a print order (DPOF) Select photos to be printed and set options, such as the number of copies or paper size. • You can take the memory card to a print shop that supports DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) or you can print photos directly through a DPOF-compatible printer at home. • Wide photos may print with the left and right edges cut off, so be aware of the dimensions of your photos. • You cannot set the DPOF for the photos stored in the internal memory.
Viewing files on a TV Play back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV using the A/V cable. 1 2 3 In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ 4 5 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. Select Settings → Video Out.
Transferring files to your Windows computer Transfer files to your computer using the built-in Intelli-studio program. You can also edit files or upload files to your favorite websites. Requirements for Intelli-studio • Intelli-studio may not perform correctly on some computers, even when the computer meets the requirements. • If your computer does not meet the requirements, videos may not play correctly or it may take longer to edit videos. • Install DirectX 9.0c or above before you use the program.
Transferring files to your Windows computer 5 Transferring files using Intelli-studio Intelli-studio will start automatically when you connect the camera to your computer with the USB cable. 1 2 3 4 In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ Turn on the camera. • The computer recognizes the camera automatically and Intelli-studio launches automatically. If you set the USB option to Select Mode, select Computer from the pop-up window. ]. Select Settings → PC Software → On. Turn off the camera.
Transferring files to your Windows computer Using Intelli-studio Intelli-studio is a built-in program that allows you to play back and edit files. You can also upload files to websites, such as Flickr or YouTube. For details, select Help → Help in the program. • • • • You can update the firmware of your camera by selecting Web Support → Upgrade firmware for the connected devicev from the program toolbar. If you install Intelli-studio on your computer, the program launches more quickly.
Transferring files to your Windows computer 1 Open menus. Transferring files by connecting the camera as a removable disk 2 Display files in the selected folder. Connect the camera to your computer as a removable disk. 3 Change to the Photo edit mode. 4 Change to the Video edit mode. 5 Change to the Sharing mode. (You can send files by email or upload files to websites, such as Flickr or YouTube.) 6 Enlarge or reduce the thumbnails in the list. 7 Select a file type.
Transferring files to your Windows computer 5 Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) Turn on the camera. • The computer recognizes the camera automatically. The way to disconnect the USB cable for Windows Vista/7 is similar. If you set the USB option to Select Mode, select Computer from the pop-up window. 6 On your computer, select My Computer → Removable Disk → DCIM → 100PHOTO. 7 Select the files you want and drag or save them to your computer.
Transferring files to your Mac computer When you connect the camera to a Macintosh computer, the computer recognizes the camera automatically. You can transfer files directly from the camera to the computer without installing any programs. Mac OS 10.4 or later is supported. 1 Connect your camera to a Macintosh computer with the USB cable. 2 You must plug the end of the cable with the indicator light (▲) into your camera. If the cable is reversed, it may damage your files.
Printing photos with a PictBridge photo printer Print photos with a PictBridge-compatible printer by connecting your camera directly to the printer. 1 2 3 4 In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ Configuring print settings ]. Select Settings → USB. Select Printer. With the printer on, connect your camera to the printer with the USB cable.
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Camera settings menu Learn about various options to configure your camera's settings. 3 Accessing the settings menu 1 2 In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ Volume Start Sound Shutter Sound Beep Sound AF Sound ]. Select a menu. Shooting Sound Display Volume Start Sound Shutter Sound Beep Sound AF Sound Back 4 Settings Exit Menu Change Description Sound: Set various camera sounds and the volume. (p. 85) Display: Customize the display settings, such as start image and brightness. (p.
Camera settings menu Display Sound * Default * Default Item Description Item Description Volume Adjust the volume of any sound. (Off, Low, Medium*, High) Function Description Display a brief description of an option or menu. (Off, On*) Start Sound Select the sound the camera emits when you turn it on. (Off*, 1, 2, 3) Shutter Sound Select the sound the camera emits when you press the shutter button.
Camera settings menu * Default Item Description Power Save If you perform no operations for 30 seconds, the camera automatically switches to Power save mode (press any button to deactivate the Power save mode). (Off*, On) * Default Item Description Format the internal memory and the memory card. Format deletes all files, including protected files. (Yes, No) If the Power save mode is deactivated, the main display will dim to save battery life when you perform no operations for about 30 seconds.
Camera settings menu * Default Item Description Specify how to name files. • Reset: Set the file number to start from 0001 when inserting a new memory card, formatting a memory card, or deleting all files. • Series*: Set the file number to follow the previous file number when inserting a new memory card, formatting a memory card, or deleting all files. File No. * Default Item Select whether to display the date and time on your photos when printing.
Camera settings menu * Default Item Description AF Lamp Turn on an assistant light to help you focus in dark places. (Off, On*) USB Select the function to use when you connect the camera to a computer or printer via USB. • Computer*: Connect your camera to a computer for transferring files. • Printer: Connect your camera to a printer for printing files. • Select Mode: Select a USB mode when you connect your camera to another device.
Appendixes Refer to error messages, specifications, and maintenance tips.
Error messages When the following error messages appear, try these remedies. Error message Suggested remedies Card Error • Turn off your camera, and then turn it on again. • Remove your memory card, and insert it again. • Format your memory card. Card not supported. The inserted memory card is not compatible with your camera. Insert a microSD, microSDHC memory card. DCF Full Error File names do not match the DCF standard.
Camera maintenance Cleaning your camera Camera body Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. Camera lens and display Use a blower brush to remove dust, and then wipe the lens gently with a soft cloth. If any dust remains, apply lens cleaning liquid to a piece of lens cleaning paper, and then wipe gently. • Never use benzene, thinners, or alcohol to clean the device. These solutions can damage the camera or cause it to malfunction. • Do not press on the lens cover or use a blower brush on the lens cover.
Camera maintenance Using or storing the camera Using on beaches or shores Inappropriate places to use or store the camera • Avoid exposing the camera to very cold or very hot temperatures. • Avoid using your camera in areas with extremly high humidity, or where the humidity changes drastically. • Avoid exposing the camera to direct sunlight and storing it in hot, poorly-ventilated areas, such as in a car during summer time.
Camera maintenance Other cautions • Do not swing your camera by the strap. This may cause injury to yourself or others or damage to your camera. • Do not paint your camera, as paint can clog moving parts and prevent proper operation. • Turn off the camera while not in use. • Your camera consists of delicate parts. Avoid impacts to the camera. • Protect the display from external force by keeping it in the case when not in use.
Camera maintenance Cautions when using memory cards Memory card capacity The memory capacity may differ depending on the scenes you shoot or the shooting conditions. These capacities are based on a 1 GB microSD card: Size P h o t o s * V i d e o s Super Fine Fine Normal 30 FPS 15 FPS 106 210 308 - - 122 238 349 - - 142 280 412 - - 168 328 477 - - 325 617 873 - - 531 970 1,358 - - 873 1,455 1,909 - - 1,608 2,546 3,055 - - - - - Approx. 4’ 27’’ Approx.
Camera maintenance • Transfer important data to other media, such as a hard disk, CD, or DVD. • When you use the camera for an extended period, the memory card may become warm. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. Battery life Average shooting time / Number of photos Shooting conditions (when the battery was fully charged) The battery life was measured under the following conditions: in the mode, 16M resolution, Fine quality, OIS on.
Camera maintenance Cautions about using the battery Low battery message When the battery charge has fully discharged, the battery icon will turn red and the ‘Low Battery’ message will appear. Notes about using the battery • Avoid exposing batteries or memory cards to very cold or very hot temperatures (below 0º C/32º F or above 40º C/104º F). Extreme temperatures can reduce the charging capacity of your batteries and can cause memory cards to malfunction.
Camera maintenance • If the indicator light blinks in orange or does not illuminate, reconnect the cable, or remove the battery and insert it again. • If you charge the battery when the cable is overheated or the temperature is too high, the indicator light may turn orange. Charging will start when the battery cools down. • Overcharging batteries may shorten battery life. After charging is finished, disconnect the cable from your camera. • Do not bend or place heavy objects on the AC cable.
Camera maintenance • Do not disassemble or puncture the battery with any sharp object. • Avoid exposing the battery to high pressure or crushing forces. • Avoid exposing the battery to major impacts, such as dropping it from high places. • Do not expose the battery to temperatures of 60 °C (140° F) or above. • Do not allow the battery to come in contact with moisture or liquids. • Do not expose the battery to direct sunlight, fire, or any other source of excessive heat.
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. When you leave your camera at a service center, be sure to also leave the other components that may have contributed to the malfunction, such as the memory card and 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. (p. 86) The display or buttons do not work Remove the battery and insert it again. The camera screen works poorly If you use your camera at low temperatures, it can cause the camera screen to malfunction or discolor. For better performance of your camera screen, use your camera at normal temperatures. The memory card has not been reset.
Before contacting a service center Situation Suggested remedies Your computer cannot play videos • Depending on the video player programs installed on your PC, video files captured by your camera may not play. To ensure the video files play on your computer, install and use the Intelli-studio. (p. 78) • Make sure that the USB cable is connected correctly. Intelli-studio is not functioning properly • End Intelli-studio and restart the program. • You cannot use Intelli-studio on Macintosh computers.
Camera specifications Image sensor Type 1/2.3" (Approx. 7.76 mm) CCD Effective pixels Approx. 16.1 mega-pixels Total pixels Approx. 16.4 mega-pixels Range Lens Wide (W) Tele (T) Normal 80 cm - infinity 200 cm - infinity Macro 5 cm - 80 cm 150 cm - 200 cm Auto Macro 5 cm - infinity 150 cm - infinity Shutter speed Focal length Samsung 10X Zoom Lens f = 4.85 - 48.5 mm (35 mm film equivalent: 27 - 270 mm) F-stop range F3.3 (W) - F5.9 (T) • Smart Auto: 1/8 - 1/2,000 sec.
Camera specifications Shake reduction • Modes: Smart Movie*, Movie DUAL IS [ Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) + Digital Image Stabilization (DIS)] Effect • • • Smart Filter: Normal, Miniature, Vignetting, Photo Shooting mode Video Shooting mode Videos Half Tone Dot, Sketch, Fish-eye, Defog, Classic, Retro, Negative, Custom RGB • Image Adjust: Contrast, Sharpness, Saturation • • • • • Smart Filter: Normal, Palette Effect 1, Palette Effect 2, Palette Effect 3, Palette Effect 4, Miniature, Vignettin
Camera specifications Voice recording For 1GB microSD • Voice Recording (Max 10 hours) • Voice Memo in a photo (Max. 10 sec.) Storage Media • Internal memory: Approx. 30 MB • External memory (Optional): -- microSD card (up to 4 GB guaranteed) -- microSDHC card (up to 8 GB guaranteed) Image size I nternal memory capacity may not match these specifications. • Photo: JPEG (DCF), EXIF 2.21, DPOF 1.1, File format PictBridge 1.
Camera specifications Power source Rechargeable battery Lithium-ion battery (BP85A (850 mAh)) Connector Type 20 pin (USB/AV out) The power source may differ depending on your region. Dimensions (W x H x D) 100.4 x 58.5 x 19.7 mm (excluding protrusions) Weight 148 g (without battery and memory card) Operating temperature 0 - 40˚ C Operating humidity 5 - 85 % Software Intelli-studio Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Appendixes Downloaded from www.Manualslib.
Glossary ACB (Auto Contrast Balance) DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) This feature automatically improves the contrast of your images when the subject is backlit or when there is a high contrast between your subject and the background. A specification to define a file format and file system for digital cameras created by the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA).
Glossary EV Compensation Image sensor This feature allows you to quickly adjust the exposure value measured by the camera, in limited increments, to improve the exposure of your photos. Set the EV compensation to -1.0 EV to adjust the value one step darker and 1.0 EV to one step brighter. The physical part of a digital camera that contains a photosite for each pixel in the image. Each photosite records the brightness of the light that strikes it during an exposure.
Glossary Metering Shutter speed The metering refers to the way in which the camera measures the quantity of light to set the exposure. Shutter speed refers to the amount of time it takes to open and close the shutter, and it is an important factor in the brightness of a photo, as it controls the amount of light which pass through the aperture before it reaches the image sensor. A fast shutter speed allows less time to let light in and the photo becomes darker and more easily freezes subjects in motion.
Correct disposal of batteries in this product Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate battery return systems) (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessories (e.g.
FCC notice • 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 Digital Image Stabilization 34 Facial brightness 32 Beauty Shot mode 32 Digital zoom 23 Facial imperfections 32 Blink detection 50 Disconnecting the device 80 Flash Burst Display brightness 85 Specifications 95 ACB in Playback mode 72 in Shooting mode 53 Adjusting Brightness 73 Contrast in Playback mode 73 in Shooting mode 60 Saturation in Playback mode 73 in Shooting mode 60 Sharpness 60 AF Lamp 88 AF Sound 85 Aperture 34 Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) 53 Auto Exposure Bracket (AEB) 5
Index G L Muting Glossary 106 Light source (White balance) 54 H Long time shutter 34 Half-pressing 6 Camera 16 Video 36 My Star Canceling faces 63 Ranking 63 Registering faces 51 M I Macro 45 Icons 18 Magic Frame mode 31 N Image adjust Maintenance 91 Navigation button 14 Memory card Night mode 34 ACB 72 add noise 73 brightness 73 contrast 73 face retouch 73 red-eye fix 72 saturation 73 Imprint 87 Intelli-studio 78 Capacity 94 microSD 93 microSDHC 93 O Object Highlight mode 33 MENU
Index Resolution Photo 41 Video 41 RGB tone in Playback mode 72 in Shooting mode 59 Rotating 70 Shutter speed 34 V Slide show 67 Video Smart Auto mode 29 Smart Face Recognition 50 Smart Filter Self-Portrait 49 Service center 99 Smart Scene Detection mode 37 Smile shot 49 Shooting mode Dual IS 34 Movie 36 Program 35 Scene 30 Smart Auto 29 Viewing files as thumbnails 65 by category 64 on TV 75 Slide show 67 Voice memo Playing 69 Recording 39 Start image 70, 85 Settings Accessing 84 Camera 86 Dis
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