Samsung PL171 Bedienungsanleitung

This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly . Basic troubleshooting Quick refer ence Contents Basic functions Extended functions Shooting options Playback/Editing Settings Appendixes Index User Manual PL170/PL171 Ä Click a topic[...]

1 Keep your camera away from small childr en and pets. 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. Do not expose the camera to direct sunlight or high temperatures for an extended [...]

2 Caution —situations that could cause damage to your camera or other equipment Remove the batteries from your camera when storing it for an extended period of time. Installed batteries may leak or corrode over time and cause serious damage to your camera. Use only authentic, manufacturer -recommended, Lithium-ion replacement batteries. Do not da[...]

3 Health and safety information Exercise caution when you connect cables or adapters and install batteries and memory cards. If you force the connectors, improperly connect cables, or improperly install batteries and memory cards, you can damage ports, connectors, and accessories. Keep cards with magnetic strips away fr om the camera case. Informat[...]

4 Copyright information • Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. • Mac is a registered trademark of the Apple Corporation. • microSD™, microSDHC™ are registered trademarks of the SD Association. • HDMI, the HDMI logo and the term "High Definition Multimedia Interface" ar[...]

5 Indicators used in this manual Shooting mode Indicator Smart Auto S Auto a Program p DUAL IS d Beauty Shot b Night N Scene s Movie v Shooting mode icons These icons indicate that a function is available in the corresponding modes. The s mode may not support functions for all scenes. For example: Available in Program, DUAL IS, and Movie modes Icon[...]

6 Pressing the shutter • Half-press [ Shutter ]: press the shutter halfway down • Press [ Shutter ]: press the shutter all the way down Half-press [ Shutter ] Press [ Shutter ] Subject, background, and composition • Subject : the main object in a scene, such as a person, animal, or still life • Backgr ound : the objects around the subject ?[...]

7 Basic troubleshooting Learn to solve common problems 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. 50) • If the photo has already been captured, select Red-eye Fix in the edit menu. (p. 81) Photos have dust spots. I[...]

8 Quick refer ence Capturing photos of people • b mode f 36 • Self-Shot f 42 • Children f 43 • Red-eye/Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye) f 50 • Face Detection f 55 Capturing photos at night or in the dark • s mode > Dawn, Sunset f 33 • N mode f 37 • Flash options f 50 • ISO sensitivity (to adjust the sensitivity to li[...]

9 Contents Extended functions .......................................................... 31 Shooting modes .......................................................... 32 Using the Smart Auto mode ........................................ 32 Using the Scene mode ............................................... 33 Using the Magic Frame mode ............[...]

10 Contents Shooting options .............................................................. 46 Selecting a resolution and quality ............................... 47 Selecting a resolution .................................................. 47 Selecting a photo quality ............................................. 48 Using the timer .................[...]

1 1 Contents Settings ............................................................................. 93 Settings menu ............................................................. 94 Accessing the settings menu ...................................... 94 Sound ....................................................................... 95 Front Display Set[...]

Unpacking ………………………………… 13 Camera layout ……………………………… 14 Inserting the battery and memory card … 16 Charging the battery and turning on your camera ……………………………………… 17 Charging the battery ……………………… 17 T ur ning on your camera ………………… 17[...]

Basic functions 13 Unpacking The following items are included in your product box. Camera AC adapter/ USB cable Rechargeable battery Strap User Manual CD-ROM Quick Start Manual Optional accessories Camera case HDMI cable A/V cable Battery charger Memory card/ Memory card adapter The illustrations may differ slightly from the items shipped with your[...]

Basic functions 14 USB and A/V port Accepts USB cable and A/V cable HDMI port Accepts HDMI cable Camera layout Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera’ s parts and their functions. Battery chamber cover Insert a memory card and batter y T ripod mount Speaker Shutter button POWER button AF-assist light/Timer lamp Flash Lens Front L[...]

Basic functions 15 Camera layout 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 Zoom button • In Shooting mode : Zoom in or out • In Playback mode : Zoom in on part of a photo or view files as thumb[...]

Basic functions 16 Inserting the batter y and memor y card Learn how to insert the battery and an optional memor y card into the camera. Removing the battery and memory card Push the card gently until it disengages from the camera, and then pull it out of the slot. Slide the lock up to release the battery . Y ou can use the internal memory for temp[...]

Basic functions 17 Charging the battery and tur ning on your camera T ur ning on 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. 18) T urning on your camera in Playback mode Press [ P ]. The camera turns on and immediately accesses Playback mode. If[...]

Basic functions 18 Performing the initial setup When the initial setup screen appears, follow the steps below to configure the camera’ s basic settings. 4 Press [ F ] or [ t ] to select a time zone, and then press [ o ]. • T o set the daylight-saving time, press [ D ]. Back DST Time Zone London 5 Press [ D ] or [ c ] to select Date/Time Set , [...]

Basic functions 19 Performing the initial setup 7 Press [ D ] or [ c ] to set the date and time, and then press [ o ]. 8 Press [ D ] or [ c ] to select Date T ype , and then press [ t ] or [ o ]. Back Set Time Zone Date/Time Set Date T ype YYYY/MM/DD MM/DD/YYYY DD/MM/YYYY Off English London 9 Press [ D ] or [ c ] to set a date format, and then pres[...]

Basic functions 20 Icon Description Face detection Microphone muted 3 Option Icons (on the left) Icon Description Aperture and shutter speed Long time shutter Exposure value adjusted White balance Face tone Face retouch ISO sensitivity Smart filter Image adjustment (contrast, sharpness, and saturation) Burst type Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) [...]

Basic functions 21 Selecting options or menus Y ou can select options by pressing [ m ], and then pressing [ D ], [ c ], [ F ], or [ t ]. Press [ o ] to confirm. Y ou can also access shooting options by pressing [ f ], but some options may not be available. Going back to the previous menu Press [ m ] again to go back to the previous menu. Half-pre[...]

Basic functions 22 Selecting options or menus 4 Press [ D ] or [ c ] to select White Balance , and then press [ t ] or [ o ]. Photo Size Quality EV ISO White Balance Smart Filter Face Detection Exit Back 5 Press [ F ] or [ t ] to select a White Balance option. Back Move Daylight 6 Press [ o ]. For example, selecting a White Balance option in Progra[...]

Basic functions 23 Setting the display and sound Learn how to change the basic display information and the sound settings. Setting the sound Set the sound your camera emits when you perform functions. 1 In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select Sound  Beep Sound . 3 Select an option. Option Description Off The camera does not emit any [...]

Basic functions 24 Capturing photos Learn how to capture photos easily and quickly in Auto mode. 3 Half-press [ Shutter ] to focus. • A green frame means the subject is in focus. • A red frame means the subject is out of focus. 4 Press [ Shutter ] to captur e a photo. See page 29 for tips to get clearer photos. 1 Rotate the mode dial to a . 2 A[...]

Basic functions 25 Capturing photos Icon Description Front On : T urn on the front display . Self-Shot : View yourself on the front display while you capture a self-portrait. (p. 42) Children : Show a short animation on the front display to attract the attention of children. (p. 43) Jump Shot : Show a visual cue on the front display , so subjects c[...]

Basic functions 26 Capturing photos Zooming Y ou can capture close-up photos by adjusting the zoom. Y our camera has a 5X Optical zoom, 2X Intelli zoom, and 5X Digital zoom. The Intelli zoom and Digital zoom cannot be used at the same time. Zoom ou t Zoom in Zoom ratio The available zoom ratio for videos differs from photo zoom ratio. Digital zoom [...]

Basic functions 27 Capturing photos Intelli zoom If the zoom indicator is in the Intelli range, your camera is using the Intelli zoom. Photo resolution varies according to the zoom rate if you use the Intelli zoom. By using both the Optical zoom and Intelli zoom, you can zoom in up to 10 times. Photo resolution when the Intelli zoom is on Optical r[...]

Basic functions 28 Capturing photos • OIS may not function properly when: - you move your camera to follow a moving subject - you use the Digital zoom - there is too much camera shake - the shutter speed is slow (for example, when you capture night scenes) - the battery is low - you capture a close-up shot • If you use the OIS function with a t[...]

Basic functions 29 Holding your camera correctly Ensure nothing is blocking the lens. Half-pressing the shutter button Half-press [ Shutter ] and adjust the focus. The camera adjusts the focus and exposure automatically . The camera sets the aperture value and shutter speed automatically . Focus frame • Press [ Shutter ] to capture the photo if t[...]

Basic functions 30 Preventing your subject fr om being out of focus It may be difficult to get your subject in focus when: - there is little contrast between the subject and background (for example, when your subject is wearing clothing that is similar in color to the background) - the light source behind the subject is too bright - the subject is[...]

Extended functions Learn how to capture a photo, recor d a video, and voice memo by selecting a mode. Shooting modes …………………………… 32 Using the Smart Auto mode ……………… 32 Using the Scene mode …………………… 33 Using the Magic Frame mode …………… 34 Using the Object Highlight mode ………… 34 Using[...]

Extended functions 32 Shooting modes Capture photos or record videos by selecting the best shooting mode for the conditions. Icon Description Portraits at night Landscapes with backlighting Portraits with backlighting Portraits Close-up photos of objects Close-up photos of text Sunsets Clear skies Forested areas Close-up photos of colorful subjects[...]

Extended functions 33 Shooting modes 3 Half-press [ Shutter ] to focus. • In several scenes, the camera automatically captures a photo when you half-press [ Shutter ]. 4 Press [ Shutter ] to captur e the photo. • If the camera does not recognize an appropriate scene mode, it uses the default settings for the S mode. • Even if it detects a fac[...]

Extended functions 34 Shooting modes Using the Object Highlight mode The Object Highlight mode makes the subject more discernible by adjusting the depth of field. 1 Rotate the mode dial to s . 2 Select Object Highlight . 3 Position the camera according to the optimum distance displayed on the screen. • The optimum distance will vary , based on t[...]

Extended functions 35 Shooting modes Shooting modes • Available resolutions in Object Highlight mode are and . • If the shooting distance is not within the optimum range, you can capture a photo but the Object Highlight effect will not be applied. • The Object Highlight effect cannot be used in dark places. • The Object Highlight effect can[...]

Extended functions 36 Shooting modes 7 Select an option. • For example, increase the Face Retouch setting to hide more imperfections. Back Move Level 2 8 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [ Shutter ] to focus. 9 Press [ Shutter ] to captur e the photo. When using the Beauty Shot mode, the focus distance will be set to Auto Macr[...]

Extended functions 37 Shooting modes 5 Select an option. • If you select AUTO , the aperture value or shutter speed will be adjusted automatically . 6 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [ Shutter ] to focus. 7 Press [ Shutter ] to captur e the photo. Use a tripod to prevent blurry photos. Using the Night mode In Night mode, you [...]

Extended functions 38 Shooting modes Using the Program mode In Program mode, you can set most options, except the shutter speed and aperture value, which the camera sets automatically . 1 Rotate the mode dial to p . 2 Set desired options. (For a list of options, refer to page 46.) 3 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [ Shutter ] t[...]

Extended functions 39 Shooting modes 5 Press [ m ]. 6 Select Movie  Sound Alive . 7 Select an option. Icon Description Sound Alive On : T urn on the Sound Alive function. Sound Alive Off : T urn off the Sound Alive function. Mute : Do not record sounds. • Do not block the microphone when you use the Sound Alive function. • Recordings made wi[...]

Extended functions 40 Shooting modes Using the Smart Scene Detection mode In Smart Scene Detection mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings based on the scene it has detected. 1 Rotate the mode dial to v . 2 In Shooting mode, press [ m ]. 3 Select Movie  Smart Scene Detection  On . 4 Align your subject in the fr[...]

Extended functions 41 Shooting modes 5 Press [ Shutter ] to start r ecording. 6 Press [ Shutter ] again to stop r ecording. • If the camera does not recognize an appropriate scene mode, it uses the default settings for the Smart Scene Detection mode. • The camera may not select the correct scene depending on the shooting conditions, such as cam[...]

Extended functions 42 Capturing photos with the front display The front display helps you capture self-portraits or photos of children. Y ou can also use the Jump Shot Timer with the front display . Capturing an Easy Self Shot If you press the front LCD button when the power is off, the front display turns on for an Easy Self Shot. Because the main[...]

Extended functions 43 Capturing photos with the front display Using the Jump Shot Timer Capture a photo of people jumping. An icon will appear on the front display to tell your subjects when to jump. 1 In Shooting mode, press the fr ont LCD button. 2 Select Jump Shot . 3 Press [ Shutter ]. • The front display will start a countdown a few seconds [...]

Extended functions 44 Capturing photos with the front display Recording a video with the fr ont display Recording a video in Self-portrait mode 1 In Shooting mode, press the fr ont LCD button. 2 Select Front On . 3 Press [ Shutter ] to start r ecording. 4 Press [ Shutter ] again to stop r ecording. Recording a video in Childr en mode 1 In Shooting [...]

Extended functions 45 Recording a voice memo 1 In Shooting mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select Shooting  V oice  Record . 3 Press [ Shutter ]. • Press [ o ] to pause or press [ o ] to resume. • Each memo can be up to 10 hours long if memory is available. Stop Pause 4 Press [ Shutter ] again to stop r ecording. • Press [ Shutter ] again to recor[...]

Selecting a resolution and quality ………… 47 Selecting a resolution …………………… 47 Selecting a photo quality ………………… 48 Using the timer ……………………………… 49 Shooting in the dark ……………………… 50 Preventing r ed-eye ……………………… 50 Using the flash …………………[...]

Shooting options 47 Selecting a resolution and quality Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings. Icon Description 1984 X 1488 : Print on A5 paper . 1920 X 1080 : Print on A5 paper in panorama ratio (16:9) or play back on an HDTV . 1024 X 768 : Attach to an email. Setting a video resolution 1 In Shooting mode, press [ m ]. 2 Sel[...]

Shooting options 48 Selecting a resolution and quality Selecting a photo quality The camera compresses and saves the photos you capture in the JPEG format. Higher image quality settings will result in larger file sizes. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select Shooting  Quality . 3 Select an option. Icon Description Super Fine : Capture photos[...]

Shooting options 49 Using the timer Learn how to set the timer to delay shooting. SapdbNsv 3 Press [ Shutter ] to start the timer . • The AF-assist light/timer lamp blinks. The camera will automatically capture a photo at the specified time. • The front display will start a countdown a few seconds before shooting. • Press [ Shutter ] or [ t [...]

Shooting options 50 Shooting in the dark Learn how to capture photos at night or in low light conditions. Using the flash Use the flash when you capture photos in the dark or when you need more light on your photos. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ F ]. Auto 2 Select an option. Icon Description Off : • The flash will not fire. • The camera will [...]

Shooting options 51 Shooting in the dark • Flash options are not available if you set burst options or select Blink Detection . • Make sure that your subjects are within the recommended distance from the flash. (p. 114) • If light from the flash is reflected or there is a substantial amount of dust in the air , tiny spots may appear in you[...]

Shooting options 52 Changing the camera’ s focus Learn how to adjust the camera’ s focus to suit the subject and the shooting conditions. Using auto focus T o capture sharp photos, select the appropriate focus according to your distance from the subject. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ c ]. Normal (AF) 2 Select an option. Icon Description Normal (A[...]

Shooting options 53 Changing the camera’ s focus • If you do not select a focus area, the focus frame will appear in the center of the screen. • T racking a subject may fail when: - the subject is too small - the subject moves excessively - the subject is backlit or you are shooting in a dark place - colors or patterns on the subject and the [...]

Shooting options 54 Changing the camera’ s focus Adjusting the focus area Y ou can get clearer photos by selecting an appropriate focus area according to your subject’ s location in the scene. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select Shooting  Focus Area . 3 Select an option. Icon Description Center AF : Focus on the center of the frame (su[...]

Shooting options 55 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 . Use Blink Detection to detect closed eyes or Smile Shot to capture a smiling face. Y ou can also use Smart Face Recognition to register faces a[...]

Shooting options 56 Using Face Detection Detecting eye blinking If your camera detects closed eyes, it will automatically capture 2 photos in succession. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select Shooting  Face Detection  Blink Detection . • Hold your camera still while “ Capturing ” is displayed on the screen. • If Blink Detection fa[...]

Shooting options 57 Using Face Detection • The camera may recognize and register faces incorrectly depending on lighting conditions, drastic 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 12 faces have[...]

Shooting options 58 Using Face Detection 4 When you are finished capturing the photos, the face list appears. • Y our favorite faces are indicated with a on the face list. • Y ou can register up to 8 favorite faces. • The flash will not fire when you register a favorite face. • If you register the same face twice, you can delete one of t[...]

Shooting options 59 Adjusting brightness and color Learn how to adjust the brightness and color for better image quality . 3 Select a value to adjust the exposure. • The photo will be brighter as exposure increases. • When you adjust the exposure value, the icon will appear as shown below . • Once you adjust the exposure, the setting will be [...]

Shooting options 60 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 In Shooting mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select Shooting or Movie  Metering . 3 Select an o[...]

Shooting options 61 Adjusting brightness and color Selecting a light source (White balance) The color of your photo depends on the type and quality of the light source. If you want the color of your photo to be realistic, select a White Balance setting that is appropriate for the lighting conditions, such as Auto WB, Daylight, Cloudy , or T ungsten[...]

Shooting options 62 Adjusting brightness and color Defining your own White Balance Y ou can customize the White Balance by capturing a photo of a white surface, such as a piece of paper , under the lighting conditions in which you intend to capture a photo. The White Balance feature will help you to match the colors in your photo with the actual s[...]

Shooting options 63 Using burst modes It can be difficult to capture 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 rapidly capture multiple photos. p Icon Description Motion Capture : While you are pressing [ Shutter ], the camera captu[...]

Shooting options 64 Applying effects/Adjusting images Available filters in Auto, Pr ogram, and DUAL IS modes Icon 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. Soft Focus : Hide fac[...]

Shooting options 65 Applying effects/Adjusting images Icon Description Retro : Apply a sepia tone effect. Negative : Apply a negative film effect. Custom RGB : Customize a color value. When you select Sketch , the resolution will change to and below . Available filters in Movie mode Icon Description Normal : No effect Palette Effect 1 : Create a [...]

Shooting options 66 Applying effects/Adjusting images Defining your own RGB tone 1 In Shooting mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select Shooting or Movie  Smart Filter . 3 Select Custom RGB . 4 Select a color (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue). Back Move 5 Select an option. 6 Press [ o ] to save. • If you select Miniature when you are recording a video, the spee[...]

Shooting options 67 Applying effects/Adjusting images Saturation Description - Decrease the saturation. + Increase the saturation. • Select 0 if you do not want to apply any effects (suitable for printing). • If you set adjustment functions, you cannot use the Face Recognition and Smart Filter options. Adjusting your photos Adjust the sharpness[...]

Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode …………………………… 69 Starting Playback mode ………………… 69 Viewing photos …………………………… 74 Playing a video …………………………… 76 Playing a voice memo …………………… 78 Editing a photo ……………………………… 79 Resizing phot[...]

Playback/Editing 69 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Learn how to play back photos, videos, or voice memos and how to manage files. Photo file information Play File Information Icon Description Photo includes a voice memo Print order has been set (DPOF) Protected file Photo includes a registered face (available only when you use a memor[...]

Playback/Editing 70 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Ranking your favorite faces Y ou can rank your favorite faces. The favorite face feature is available only when you insert a memory card into the camera. 1 In Playback mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select File Options → Face List Edit → Edit Ranking . 3 Select a face from the list, and then p[...]

Playback/Editing 71 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Viewing files by category in Smart Album View files by category , such as date, face, or file type. 1 In Playback mode, rotate [ Zoom ] to the left. 2 Press [ m ]. 3 Select a category . T ype Date Color Week Face Back Set Option Description T ype View files by the file type. Date Vi[...]

Playback/Editing 72 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Viewing files as thumbnails Scan thumbnails of files. In Playback mode, rotate [ Zoom ] to the left to view thumbnails (9 at a time). Rotate [ Zoom ] to the left once or twice more to display more thumbnails (20 at a time). Rotate [ Zoom ] to the right to return to the previous view . [...]

Playback/Editing 73 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Protecting files Protect your files from accidental deletion. 1 In Playback mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select File Options  Protect  Select . • T o protect all files, select All  Lock . 3 Select the file you want to protect, and then pr ess [ o ]. • Press [ o ] again to cancel[...]

Playback/Editing 74 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Viewing photos Enlarge part of a photo or view photos as a slide show . Enlarging a photo In Playback mode, rotate [ Zoom ] to the right to enlarge a portion of the photo. Rotate [ Zoom ] to the left to zoom out. Enlarged area Zoom ratio (The maximum zoom ratio differs depending on the p[...]

Playback/Editing 75 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode 3 Select a slide show effect option. • Skip to step 4 to start a slide show with no effects. * Default Option Description Start Set whether or not to repeat the slide show . ( Play , Repeat ) Images Set the photos you want to view as a slide show . • All *: View all photos in a slide[...]

Playback/Editing 76 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Playing a video In Playback mode, you can view a video, and then capture or trim parts of the playing video. Y ou can save the captured or trimmed segments as new files. 1 In Playback mode, select a video, and then press [ o ]. 2 View the video. Pause T o Description Scan backward Press[...]

Playback/Editing 77 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode T rimming a video 1 While viewing a video, press [ o ] at the point where you want the trimming to begin. 2 Rotate [ Zoom ] to the right, and then press [ o ]. 3 Press [ o ] at the point where you want the trimming to end. 4 Rotate [ Zoom ] to the right. 5 When the pop-up message appears[...]

Playback/Editing 78 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Adding a voice memo to a photo 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [ m ]. 2 Select File Options  V oice Memo  On . 3 Press [ Shutter ] to r ecord a short voice memo. • Maximum recording time is 10 seconds. • Press [ Shutter ] to stop recording a voice memo. Playi[...]

Playback/Editing 79 Editing a photo Learn how to edit photos. • The camera will save 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. Rotating a photo 1 In Playback mode, select a[...]

Playback/Editing 80 Editing a photo Applying Smart Filter effects Apply special effects to your photos. 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [ m ]. 2 Select Edit  Smart Filter . 3 Select an effect. • T o see available filter options, refer to page 64. Back Move Miniature Defining your own RGB tone 1 In Playback mode, select a p[...]

Playback/Editing 81 Editing a photo Retouching faces 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [ m ]. 2 Select Edit  Image Adjust  Face Retouch . 3 Select a level. • As the number increases, the skin tone becomes brighter . 4 Press [ o ] to save. Adjusting brightness, contrast, or saturation 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and [...]

Playback/Editing 82 Editing a photo Adding noise to the photo 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [ m ]. 2 Select Edit  Image Adjust  Add Noise . 3 Press [ o ] to save. Creating a print or der (DPOF) Select photos to print and save print options in the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF). This information is saved in the MISC fol[...]

Playback/Editing 83 Editing a photo Printing photos as thumbnails Print photos as thumbnails to check all the photos at once. 1 In Playback mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select File Options  DPOF  Index . 3 When the pop-up message appears, select Ye s . • Y ou can take the memory card to a print shop that supports DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) o[...]

Playback/Editing 84 Viewing files on a TV or HDTV Play back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV with the A/V cable. 6 T urn on your TV , and then select a video output mode with the TV remote contr ol. 7 T urn on your camera. • The camera automatically enters into Playback mode when you connect it to a TV . 8 View photos or play v[...]

Playback/Editing 85 Viewing files on a TV or HDTV 6 T urn on your camera. • If you have an Anynet+ compatible Samsung HDTV , the HDTV will turn on automatically and display the camera screen. • If you turn Anynet+ off, the HDTV does not turn on automatically . 7 View files using the buttons on your camera or a remote control of your HDTV . ?[...]

Playback/Editing 86 T ransferring files to your Windows computer T ransfer files to your W indows computer , edit them with Intelli-studio, and upload them to the web. • The requirements are recommendation only . It may not work properly even when the computer meets the requirements, depending on the condition of your computer . • If your com[...]

Playback/Editing 87 T ransferring files to your Windows computer 5 T urn 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 in the pop-up window . 6 Select a destination folder on your computer , and then select Ye s . • New ?[...]

Playback/Editing 88 T ransferring files to your Windows computer Using Intelli-studio Intelli-studio is a built-in program that allows you to play back and edit files. For details, select Help  Help from the program toolbar . • T o enjoy more features, such as creating slide shows with templates, install the full version of Intelli-studio by[...]

Playback/Editing 89 T ransferring files to your Windows computer No. Description 1 Open menus. 2 Display files in the selected folder . 3 Switch to the Photo edit mode. 4 Switch to the Video edit mode. 5 Switch to the Sharing mode (to send files by email or upload files to websites, such as Flickr or Y ouT ube). 6 Enlarge or reduce the thumbnai[...]

Playback/Editing 90 T ransferring files to your Windows computer Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) With W indows Vista and W indows 7, the methods for disconnecting the camera are similar . 1 If the status lamp on your camera is blinking, wait until it stops. 2 Click on the tool bar at the bottom right of your computer screen. 3 Click the [...]

Playback/Editing 91 T ransferring files to your Mac computer When you connect the camera to a Macintosh computer , the computer will automatically recognize the device. Y ou can transfer files directly from the camera to the computer without installing any programs. Mac OS 10.4 or later is supported. 2 T urn on the camera. • The computer recogn[...]

Playback/Editing 92 Printing photos with a PictBridge photo printer Print photos with a PictBridge-compatible printer by connecting your camera directly to the printer . Configuring print settings Press [ m ] to configure print settings. Images Size Layout T ype Quality One Photo Auto Auto Auto Auto Exit Print Icon Description Images : Select whe[...]

Settings menu ………………………………………… 94 Accessing the settings menu ……………………… 94 Sound ……………………………………………… 95 Front Display Settings ……………………………… 95 Display ……………………………………………… 96 Settings …………………?[...]

Settings 94 Settings menu Learn to configure your camera's settings. 3 Select an item. Exit Back V olume Start Sound Shutter Sound Beep Sound AF Sound Medium Off 1 1 On 4 Select an option. Back Set V olume Start Sound Shutter Sound Beep Sound AF Sound Off Low Medium High 5 Press [ m ] to return to the previous scr een. Accessing the settings [...]

Settings 95 Settings menu Sound * Default Item Description V olume Set the volume of any sound. ( Off , Low , Medium *, High ) Start Sound Set the sound the camera emits when you turn on your camera. ( Off *, 1 , 2 , 3 ) Shutter Sound Set the sound the camera emits when you press the shutter button. ( Off , 1 *, 2 , 3 ) Beep Sound Set the sound the[...]

Settings 96 Settings menu Display * Default Item Description Function Description Display a brief description of an option or menu. ( Off , On *) Start Image Set a start image to display when the camera turns on. • Off *: Display no start image. • Logo : Display a default image stored in the internal memory . • User Image : Display a custom i[...]

Settings 97 Settings menu Settings * Default Item Description Format Format the internal memory and the memor y card (formatting will delete all files, including protected files). ( Ye s , No ) Errors can occur if you use a memory card formatted by another brand of camera, a memory card reader , or a computer . Please format memory cards in the c[...]

Settings 98 Settings menu Item Description Imprint Set whether or not to display the date and time on captured photos. ( Off *, Date , Date & Time ) • The date and time will be displayed on the bottom right corner of the photo. • Some printer models may not print the date and time properly . • If you select T ext in s mode or capture a ph[...]

Settings 99 Settings menu Item Description HDMI Output Set the resolution of photos when the camera plays back files on an HDTV via the HDMI cable. (NTSC: 1080i *, 720p , 480p / P AL: 1080i *, 720p , 576p ) • If the HDTV does not support the selected resolution, the HDTV automatically selects the next lower resolution. • If you select 480p or [...]

Error messages ……………………………………… 101 Camera maintenance ………………………………… 102 Cleaning your camera ……………………………… 102 Using or storing the camera ………………………… 103 About memory cards ……………………………… 104 About the battery ………………?[...]

Appendixes 101 Error messages When the following error messages appear , try these remedies. Error message Suggested remedies Card Error • T urn off your camera, and then turn it on again. • Remove your memory card, and then insert it again. • Format your memory card. Card not supported. The inserted memory card is not supported by your camer[...]

Appendixes 102 Camera maintenance Camera body Wipe gently with a soft, dr y cloth. • 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 . Cleaning your camera Camera lens and display Use a blower b[...]

Appendixes 103 Camera maintenance Using on beaches or shores • Protect your camera from sand and dirt when you use it on beaches or in other similar areas. • Y our camera is not waterproof. Do not handle the battery , adapter , or memory card with wet hands. Operating the camera with wet hands may cause damage to your camera. Storing for extend[...]

Appendixes 104 Camera maintenance • Paint or metal on the outside of the camera may cause allergies, itchy skin, eczema, or swelling for people with sensitive skin. If you experience any of these symptoms, stop using the camera immediately and consult a doctor . • Do not insert foreign objects into any of your camera’ s compartments, slots, o[...]

Appendixes 105 Camera maintenance Memory card capacity The memory capacity may differ depending on shooting scenes or shooting conditions. These capacities are based on a 1 GB microSD card: Size Super Fine Fine Normal 30 FPS 15 FPS P h o t o s 108 212 312 - - 123 241 353 - - 144 283 417 - - 170 332 482 - - 328 624 882 - - 537 980 1,373 - - 882 1,47[...]

Appendixes 106 Camera maintenance Battery life Average shooting time / Number of photos T est conditions (when the battery is fully charged) Photos Approximately 90 min/ Approximately 180 photos The battery life was measured under the following conditions: in p mode, 16M resolution, Fine quality , OIS on. 1. Set the flash option to Fill in , take [...]

Appendixes 107 Camera maintenance Cautions about using the battery Protect batteries, chargers, and memory car ds from damage Prevent batteries from making contact with metal objects, as this can create a connection between the + and – terminals of your battery and lead to temporar y or permanent battery damage and may cause a fire or electric s[...]

Appendixes 108 Camera maintenance Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care • Never dispose of batteries in a fire. Follow all local regulations when you dispose of used batteries. • Never place batteries or cameras on or in heating devices, such as microwave ovens, stoves, or radiators. Batteries may explode when they are overhea[...]

Appendixes 109 Camera maintenance Personal injury or death can occur if the battery is handled carelessly or impr operly . For your safety , follow these instructions for proper battery handling: • The battery can ignite or explode if not handled properly . If you notice any deformities, cracks, or other abnormalities in the battery , immediately[...]

Appendixes 1 10 Before contacting a service center If you are having trouble with your camera, try these troubleshooting procedures before you contact a ser vice center . If you have attempted the suggested remedy and are still having problems with your device, contact your local dealer or service center . When you leave your camera at a service ce[...]

Appendixes 111 Before contacting a service center Situation Suggested remedies The flash fires unexpectedly The flash may fire due to static electricity . The camera is not malfunctioning. The date and time are incorrect Set the date and time in the display settings. (p. 97) The display or buttons do not work Remove the battery and insert it ag[...]

Appendixes 1 12 Before contacting a service center Situation Suggested remedies The TV does not display your photos • Make sure that the camera is correctly connected to the TV with the A/V cable. • Make sure that your memory card contains photos. Y our computer does not recognize your camera • Make sure that the USB cable is connected correc[...]

Appendixes 1 13 Camera specifications Focusing T ype TTL auto focus (Multi AF , Center AF , Face Detection AF , T racking AF , Smart Face Recognition AF) Range Wide (W) T ele (T) Normal (AF) 80 cm-infinity 150 cm-infinity Macro 5 cm-80 cm 100 cm-150 cm Auto Macro 5 cm-infinity 100 cm-infinity Shutter speed • Auto: 1/8-1/2,000 sec. • [...]

Appendixes 1 14 Camera specifications Flash Mode Auto, Red-eye, Fill in, Slow Sync, Off, Red-eye Fix Range • Wide: 0.2 m-3.5 m (ISO Auto) • T ele: 0.5 m-2.0 m (ISO Auto) Recharging time Approximately 4 sec. Shake reduction DUAL IS [Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) + Digital Image Stabilization (DIS)] Effect Photo Shooting mode • Sm[...]

Appendixes 1 15 Camera specifications Playback T ype Single image, Thumbnails, Multi Slide Show with Music and Effect, Movie clip, Smart Album* * Smart Album categor y: T ype, Date, Color , Week, Face Edit Resize, Rotate, Image Adjust, Smart Filter , T rim Effect • Image Adjust: Red-eye Fix, ACB, Face Retouch, Brightness, Contrast, Saturation[...]

Appendixes 1 16 Camera specifications Interface Digital output connector USB 2.0 Audio input/output Internal speaker (Mono), Microphone (Mono) Video output • A/V: NTSC, P AL (selectable) • HDMI 1.4: NTSC, P AL (selectable) DC power input connector 20 pin, 4.2 V Power source Rechargeable battery Lithium-ion battery (BP70A, 740 mAh: Min 700 mAh)[...]

Appendixes 1 17 Glossar y Composition Composition in photography means arranging objects in a photo. Usually , abiding by the rule of thirds leads to a good composition. DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) A specification to define a file format and file system for digital cameras created by the Japan Electronics and Information T echnolog[...]

Appendixes 1 18 Glossary Focal length The distance from the middle of the lens to its focal point (in millimeters). Longer focal lengths result in narrower angles of view and the subject is magnified. Shorter focal lengths result in wider angles of view . H.264/MPEG-4 A high-compression video format established by international standard organizati[...]

Appendixes 1 19 Glossary Noise Misinterpreted pixels in a digital image that may appear as misplaced or random, bright pixels. Noise usually occurs when photos are shot with a high sensitivity or when a sensitivity is automatically set in a dark place. Optical zoom This is a general zoom which can enlarge images with a lens and does not deteriorate[...]

Appendixes 120 Glossary Vignetting A reduction of an image’ s brightness or saturation at the peripher y (outer edges) compared to the center of the image. Vignetting can draw interest to subjects positioned in the center of an image. White balance (color balance) An adjustment of the intensities of colors (typically the primary colors red, green[...]

Appendixes 121 Correct Disposal of This Pr oduct (W aste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (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. charger , headset, USB cable) should n[...]

Appendixes 122 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 frequen[...]

Appendixes 123 Index A AF-assist light location 14 settings 98 AF Sound 95 Anynet+ 98 Aperture value 37 Auto contrast balance (ACB) Playback mode 81 Shooting mode 59 Auto Exposure Bracket (AEB) 63 A/V port 14 B Battery caution 107 charging 17 inserting 16 Beauty Shot mode 36 Blink Detection 56 Brightness Playback mode 81 Shooting mode 59 Burst mode[...]

Appendixes 124 Index H Half-press shutter 29 HDMI Output 99 HDTV 85 I Icons Playback mode 69 Shooting mode 20 Image Adjustment Add Noise 82 Brightness Playback mode 81 Shooting mode 59 Contrast Playback mode 81 Shooting mode 67 Red-eye 81 Saturation Playback mode 81 Shooting mode 67 Sharpness 67 Image quality 48 Imprint 98 Intelli-studio 88 Intelli[...]

Appendixes 125 Viewing files slide show 75 Smart Album 70 thumbnails 72 TV 84 V oice memo playing 78 recording 45 W White Balance 61 Z Zoom using the zoom 26 zoom button 15 zoom sound settings 39 Time settings 18, 97 Time zone settings 18, 97 T ransferring files Mac 91 Windows 86 T ripod mount 14 U Unpacking 13 USB port 14 V Video playing 76 shoo[...]

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