Samsung TL500 manual

This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly . Common questions Quick refer ence Contents Basic functions Extended functions Shooting options Playback/Editing Appendixes Index User Manual TL500 Ä Click a topic[...]

1 Health and safety information Always comply with the following precautions and usage tips to avoid dangerous situations and ensure peak performance of your camera. W arning —situations that could cause injur y to yourself or others Caution —situations that could cause damage to your camera or other equipment Note —notes, usage tips, or addi[...]

2 Health and safety information Exercise caution when connecting cables or adapters and t installing batteries and memory cards. Forcing the connectors, improperly connecting cables, or improperly installing batteries and memory cards can damage ports, connectors, and accessories. Do not insert foreign objects into any of your camera’ s t c[...]

3 Use only Samsung-approved accessories Using incompatible accessories may damage your camera, cause injury , or void your warranty . Protect your camera’ s lens Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight, as this may discolor t the image sensor or cause it to malfunction. Protect your lens from fingerprints and scratches. Clean your t lens[...]

4 Check that the camera is operating properly befor e use The manufacturer takes no responsibility for any loss of files or damage that may result from camera malfunction or improper use. Important usage information Allow only qualified personnel to service your camera Do not allow unqualified personnel to service the camera or attempt to servic[...]

5 Copyright information Microsoft Windows and the W indows logo are t registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. Mac is a registered trademark of the Apple Corporation. t HDMI, the HDMI logo and the term "High Definition t Multimedia Interface" are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. Camera speci?[...]

6 Indications used in this manual Shooting mode Indication Smart Auto t Program p Aperture Priority A Shutter Priority S Manual M DUAL IS d 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 the Program, Ape[...]

7 Pressing the shutter Half-press [ t Shutter ]: press the shutter halfway down Press [ t Shutter ]: press the shutter all the way down Half-press [ Shutter ] Press [ Shutter ] Subject, background, and composition Subject t : the main object of a scene, such as a person, animal, or still life Background t : the objects around the subjec[...]

8 Common questions Y ou 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 t Red-eye or Red-eye Fix . (p. 52) If the photo has already been taken, select t Red-eye Fix in the edit menu. (p. [...]

9 Quick refer ence T aking photos of people s t mode > Beauty Shot, Portrait, Children f 35 Red-eye t , Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye) f 52 Face Detection t f 60 T aking photos at night or in the dark s t mode > Night, Dawn, Fireworks f 35 Flash options t f 52 ISO speed (to adjust the sensitivity to light) t f 5[...]

10 Contents Extended functions ........................................................ 32 Using the Smart Auto mode .............................................. 33 Using the Scene mode ...................................................... 35 Using the Beauty Shot mode ................................................ 35 Using the Program mode ..[...]

11 Contents Shooting options ............................................................ 46 Selecting a resolution and quality ...................................... 47 Selecting a resolution ........................................................... 47 Selecting image quality ........................................................ 48 Using the [...]

12 Appendixes ................................................................... 102 Camera settings menu .................................................... 103 Accessing the settings menu .............................................. 103 Sound .............................................................................. 104 Display ..........[...]

Unpacking ……………………………………………… 14 Camera layout …………………………………………… 15 Using the screen ……………………………………… 18 Attaching a strap ……………………………………… 18 Attaching a lens cap …………………………………… 19 Inserting the[...]

Basic functions 14 Unpacking Check your product box for the following items. The illustrations may differ from your actual items. Camera AC adapter/USB cable (AD44-00143A)/(AD39-00165A) Software CD-ROM (User Manual included) (AD46-00335A) Quick Start Manual (AD68-04860A) Rechargeable battery (4302-001226) Strap (AD63-04468A) Lens cap/Lens cap strap[...]

Basic functions 15 Camera layout Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera's parts and their functions. Battery chamber cover Insert a memory card and battery T ripod mount Camera ring Remove the ring and mount an optional conversion lens AF-assist light/Timer lamp EV dial POWER button Remote control sensor Flash Eyelet for camer[...]

Basic functions 16 Camera layout Button Description E Lock the adjusted exposure value in Shooting mode. t Protect the displayed file in Playback mode. t Recorder Start recording a video. m Access options or menus. Metering Change the metering option. Button Description Navigation When pressing: In Shooting mode While setting D Change the di[...]

Basic functions 17 Camera layout Mode dial Icon Mode Description t Smart Auto T ake a photo by letting the camera select a scene mode it detects. p Program T ake a photo by setting options. A Aperture Priority T ake a photo by adjusting the aperture value. (The shutter speed is set automatically .) S Shutter Priority T ake a photo by adjusting the [...]

Basic functions 18 Camera layout Attaching a strap Attach a strap to carry your camera conveniently . Using the screen Swing the screen outwards 180° and rotate it up or down for high- and low-angle photos or self portraits. Y ou can rotate the screen a maximum of 90° downward or 180° upward. 180˚ 90˚ Fold the screen when not in use. t Rota[...]

Basic functions 19 Camera layout Attaching a lens cap Attach a lens cap with a lens cap strap to protect the camera lens.[...]

Basic functions 20 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 the card disengages fr om the camera, and then pull it out of the slot. Push the lock up to release the battery . The internal memory can be used as [...]

Basic functions 21 Charging the battery and tur ning your camera on 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 t for the first time. (p. 22) T urning on your camera in Playback mode Press [ P ]. The camera turns on and accesses Playback mode immediately . [...]

Basic functions 22 Performing the initial setup When the initial setup screen appears, follow the steps below to configure the camera's basic settings. Press [ 6 F ] or [ I ] to select a time zone, and then press [ o ]. T o set the daylight-saving time, press [ t D ]. Menu London [GMT +00:00] 2010/01/01 10:00 AM Me n u Back DST Press [ 7 D[...]

Basic functions 23 C. Information Icon Description Selected shooting mode F2.4 Aperture value 1/60 Shutter speed Exposure value Exposure value lock 00001 Available number of photos Internal memory Memory card inserted • : Fully charged • : Partially charged • (Red): Charging needed 00:00:10 Available recording time Voice memo Auto fo[...]

Basic functions 24 Selecting options Y ou can select options by pressing [ m ] and using the navigation buttons ([ D ], [ c ], [ F ], [ I ]). Y ou can also access shooting options by pressing [ f ] or rotating the EV dial, but some options will not be available. Going back to the previous menu Press [ m ] again to go back to the previous menu. Pres[...]

Basic functions 25 Selecting options Rotate the navigation button or press [ 4 D ] or [ c ] to scroll to White Balance , and then pr ess [ I ] or [ o ]. Menu (1/2) Photo Size White Balance Quality EV Face Detection Smart FR Edit Focus Area Exit Move Rotate the navigation button or press [ 5 F ] or [ I ] to scroll to the white balance option. Move A[...]

Basic functions 26 Setting the display and sound Learn how to change the basic information the camera displays and the sound settings. About a histogram A histogram is a graph that displays how light is distributed in your photo. If the histogram has a high peak on the left, your photos are dark. A peak on the right of the graph means that your pho[...]

Basic functions 27 T aking photos Learn basic actions to take photos easily and quickly in the Smart Auto mode. Rotate the mode dial to 1 t . Swing the screen and r otate it up or down properly . 2 Align your subject in the frame. 3 Fold the screen back against the body of the camera for t normal use. Half-press [ 4 Shutter ] to focus. A green f[...]

Basic functions 28 T aking photos Digital zoom If the zoom indicator is in the digital range, your camera is using the digital zoom. The picture quality may deteriorate when you use the digital zoom. Optical range Digital range 4.0 Zoom indicator The digital zoom is not available when using • t , d , s (in some scenes), and v modes and when us[...]

Basic functions 29 T aking photos OIS may not function properly when: t Y ou move your camera to follow a moving subject. - Y ou use digital zoom. - There is too much camera shake. - The shutter speed is slow . - (For example, when you select Night in the s mode) The battery is low. - Y ou take a close-up shot. - If you use the OIS function with[...]

Basic functions 30 Holding your camera correctly Make sure nothing is blocking the lens. Half-pressing the shutter button 00001 F2.4 1/60 Half-press [ Shutter ] and adjust the focus. Focus and exposure will be adjusted automatically . The aperture value and shutter speed are set. Focus frame Press [ t Shutter ] to take the photo if displayed in [...]

Basic functions 31 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. - (When your subject is wearing a color of clothing that is similar to the background.) The light source behind the subject is too bright. - The subject is shiny . -[...]

Using the Smart Auto mode …………………………… 33 Using the Scene mode ………………………………… 35 Using the Beauty Shot mode …………………………… 35 Using the Program mode ……………………………… 37 Using the Aperture Priority , Shutter Priority , or Manual mode …………………………?[...]

Extended functions 33 Using the Smart Auto mode In this mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings based on a detected type of scene. The Smart Auto mode will be helpful if you are not familiar with the camera settings for various scenes. Icon Description Appears when taking portraits. Appears when taking close-up photo[...]

Extended functions 34 Using the Smart Auto mode Half-press [ 3 Shutter ] to focus. Press [ 4 Shutter ] to take the photo. If the camera does not recognize a proper scene mode, t appears and the default settings are used. Even if there is a face detected, the camera may not select a portrait t mode depending on the subject's position or l[...]

Extended functions 35 Using the Scene mode T ake a photo with options preset for a specific scene. Using the Beauty Shot mode T ake a photo of a person with options to hide facial imperfections. Rotate the mode dial to 1 s . Select 2 Beauty Shot . 3 T o make the subject's skin tone appear lighter (face only), press [ m ]. Select 4 a  Face [...]

Extended functions 36 Using the Scene mode T o hide facial imperfections, select 5 Face Retouch  an option. Select a higher setting to hide a greater number of t imperfections. Menu OK Face T one Face Retouch Face Detection Smart FR Edit Photo Size Quality Focus Area Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Back Set Press [ 6 m ] to switch to Shooting mode[...]

Extended functions 37 Using the Program mode In the Program mode, you can set various options except the shutter speed and aperture value, which the camera sets automatically . Rotate the mode dial to 1 p . Set options. (For a list of options, refer to 2 “Shooting options.”) Align your subject in the frame and half-press [ 3 Shutter ] to focus.[...]

Extended functions 38 Using the Aperture Priority , Shutter Priority , or Manual mode Adjust aperture value or shutter speed to control the exposure of your photos. Y ou can use these options in the Aperture Priority , Shutter Priority , and Manual modes. Shutter speed Shutter speed controls how long the camera's shutter remains open when you [...]

Extended functions 39 Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority , or Manual mode Using the Shutter Priority mode The Shutter Priority mode allows you to manually set the shutter speed while the camera automatically selects an appropriate aperture value. Rotate the mode dial to 1 S . Rotate the EV dial to adjust the shutter speed. 2 See page t?[...]

Extended functions 40 Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority , or Manual mode Set options. (For a list of options, refer to “ 4 Shooting options.”) Align your subject in the frame and half-press [ 5 Shutter ] to focus. Press [ 6 Shutter ] to take the photo. Using the Manual mode The Manual mode allows you to manually adjust both the aper[...]

Extended functions 41 Using the DUAL IS mode Reduce camera shake and prevent blurred photos with Optical and Digital Image Stabilization functions. Before correction After correction Rotate the mode dial to 1 d . Align your subject in the frame and half-press [ 2 Shutter ] to focus. Press [ 3 Shutter ] to take the photo. The digital zoom will not w[...]

Extended functions 42 Recording a video Record videos of up to 20 minutes in length. The recorded video is saved as an H.264 (MPEG-4.AVC) file. H.264 (MPEG-4 part10/AVC) is a high-compression video format established by international standard organizations ISO/IEC and ITU-T . t Some memory cards may not support high definition recording. In th[...]

Extended functions 43 Recording a video Using the Smart Scene Detection mode In this mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate video settings based on a detected type of scene. In Shooting mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 V  Smart Scene Detection  On . Press [ 3 m ] to switch to Shooting mode. Align your subject in the frame. 4 The[...]

Extended functions 44 Recording a video Icon Description Appears when recording videos of landscapes. Appears when recording videos of clear skies. Appears when recording videos of forested areas. Appears when recording videos of sunsets. Press 5 (Recorder) to start r ecording. Press 6 (Recorder) again to stop r ecording. If the camera does not rec[...]

Extended functions 45 Recording voice memos Learn how to record a voice memo that you can play back at any time. Y ou can add a voice memo to a photo as a short reminder of shooting conditions. Y ou get the best sound quality when recording 40 cm away from the camera. pASMds Adding a voice memo to a photo In Shooting mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 a[...]

Selecting a resolution and quality ………… 47 Selecting a resolution ………………………… 47 Selecting image quality ……………………… 48 Using the timer ……………………………… 49 Using burst modes ………………………… 50 T aking continuous photos …………………… 50 T aking bracketed photos [...]

Shooting options 47 Selecting a resolution and quality Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings. When recor ding a video: In the 1 v mode, press [ m ]. Select 2 V  Movie Size  an option. Option Description 640 X 480 : Play back on a general TV . 320 X 240 : Post on a web page. Selecting a resolution As you increase the re[...]

Shooting options 48 Selecting a resolution and quality What are RA W files? Photos captured by a camera are often transformed to JPEG format and stored in the memory according to the settings of the camera at the time of shooting. RAW files are not transformed to JPEG format and are stored in the memory without any changes. RAW files have the ?[...]

Shooting options 49 Using the timer Learn how to set the timer to delay shooting. tpASMdsv Rotate the drive mode dial to 1 [ or ] . T ake a photo in 2 seconds. T ake a photo in 10 seconds. Press [ 2 Shutter ] to start the timer . The AF-assist light/timer lamp blinks. The camera will t automatically take a photo at the specified time. Half-pres[...]

Shooting options 50 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. Also, it can be difficult to adjust the exposure correctly and select a proper light source. In these cases, select one of the burst modes. pASMs T aking continuous photos [...]

Shooting options 51 Using burst modes Selecting a bracketing option In Shooting mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 a  Bracket . Select a bracketing option. 3 Option Description PSS BKT : T ake 9 photos with different photo styles. WB BKT : T ake 3 photos with different white balance options. AE BKT : T ake 3 photos with selected exposures. Adjust the[...]

Shooting options 52 Shooting in the dark Learn how to take photos at night or in low light conditions. Using the flash Use the flash when taking photos in the dark or when you need more light on your photos. In Shooting mode, press [ 1 F ]. Move Adjust Select an option. 2 Option Description Off : The flash does not fire. t Camera shake warni[...]

Shooting options 53 Shooting in the dark Flash options are not available if you rotate the drive mode dial to t C or B , or select Blink Detection . Make sure that your subjects are within the recommended distance t from the flash. (p. 120) If there is reflected light or much dust in the air , tiny spots may appear t on your photo. Adjus[...]

Shooting options 54 Shooting in the dark How to use the flash Slide the flash release to pop the flash up when it is need. When the flash unit is closed, the flash does not fire regardless of the selected option. When the flash unit pops up, the flash fires according to the selected option. While not in use, keep the flash unit closed to [...]

Shooting options 55 Shooting in the dark Adjusting the ISO speed The ISO speed is the measure of a film’ s sensitivity to light as defined by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). The higher ISO speed you select, the more sensitive to light your camera becomes. With a higher ISO speed, you can get a better photo without usin[...]

Shooting options 56 Changing the camera’ s focus Learn how to adjust the camera's focus according to your subjects. Using auto focus T o take sharp photos, select the appropriate focus according to your distance from the subject. In Shooting mode, press [ 1 c ]. OK Move Set Select an option. 2 Option Description Normal (AF) : Focus on a subj[...]

Shooting options 57 Changing the camera’ s focus Using selection focus Y ou can focus on a particular part of your scene. Select where you want to focus. In Shooting mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 a  Focus Area  Selection AF . Press [ 3 m ] to switch to Shooting mode. OK: Selection AF Press [ 4 o ]. Move the frame to the area you want to foc[...]

Shooting options 58 Changing the camera’ s focus T racking a subject may fail when: t 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 . - In these cases, the focus frame [...]

Shooting options 59 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. In Shooting mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 a  Focus Area  an option. Option Description Center AF : Focus on the center (suitable when subjects are [...]

Shooting options 60 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 . T ake photos quickly and easily by using Blink Detection to detect closed eyes or Smile Shot to capture a smiling face. Y ou can also use Smart[...]

Shooting options 61 Using face detection T aking a smile shot The camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a smiling face. In Shooting mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 a  Face Detection  Smile Shot . Press [ 3 m ] to switch to Shooting mode. Align a smiling face in the frame. 4 When the camera detects the smiling face, it takes [...]

Shooting options 62 Using face detection Using smart face recognition The camera automatically registers faces that you frequently photograph (up to 10 people). This feature will automatically prioritize the focus on those faces. This feature is available only when you use a memory card. In Shooting mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 a  Face Detectio[...]

Shooting options 63 Using face detection Registering faces as your favorites (My Star) Y ou can register your favorite faces to prioritize the focus and exposure on those faces. This feature is available only when you use a memory card. In Shooting mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 a  Smart FR Edit  My Star . Align your subject’ s face with the[...]

Shooting options 64 Using face detection When you are finished taking the photos, the face list 4 appears. Y our favorite faces are indicated with a t on the face list. Y ou can register up to 8 favorite faces. t The flash option will be set to t Off . Viewing your favorite faces In Shooting mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 a  Smart FR E[...]

Shooting options 65 Adjusting brightness and color Learn how to adjust the brightness and color for better image quality . Using the EV dial In Shooting mode, press the EV dial. 1 Rotate the EV dial to adjust the exposure. 2 +: Brighter t –: Darker t Press the EV dial again to save your settings. 3 Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) Depen[...]

Shooting options 66 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. In Shooting mode, press [ 1 e ]. OK Move Set Select an option. 2 Option Description Spot[...]

Shooting options 67 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 an appropriate lighting condition to calibrate the white balance, such as Auto WB, Daylight, Cloudy , or T ungsten, or ad[...]

Shooting options 68 Adjusting brightness and color Customizing preset white balance options In Shooting mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 a  White Balance . Scroll to a white balance option. 3 Rotate [ 4 Zoom ] right. Press or r otate the navigation button to adjust the value 5 on the coordinates. OK G B M A Back Set G: Green t A: Amber t M: M[...]

Shooting options 69 Adjusting brightness and color Adjusting color temperature In Shooting mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 a  White Balance . Scroll to 3 Color T emperatur e . Rotate [ 4 Zoom ] right. Press or r otate the navigation button to adjust the color 5 temperature. OK 3900K Back Set Press [ 6 o ] to save your settings. Defining your own [...]

Shooting options 70 Adjusting brightness and color Color temperature Color temperature is a measurement in degrees Kelvin that indicates the hue of a specific type of light source. As the color temperature increases, the color distribution becomes cooler . Alternatively , as the color temperature decreases, the color distribution becomes warmer . [...]

Shooting options 71 Improving your photos Learn how to improve your photos by applying photo styles, colors, or smart filter effects, or by making some adjustments. Defining your own RGB tone In Shooting mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 a  Photo Style Selector . Scroll to 3 Custom RGB . Rotate [ 4 Zoom ] right. Select a color (R: Red, G: Green[...]

Shooting options 72 Improving your photos Select an effect. 3 Option Description Normal : No effect. Miniature : Make a photo of a life-size location or object look like a photo of a miniature scale model. Blurring parts of the photo makes the scene seem much smaller than it actually is. Vignetting : Apply the retro-looking colors, high contrast, a[...]

Shooting options 73 Improving your photos Saturation option Description - Decrease the saturation. + Increase the saturation. Select t 0 if you do not want to apply any effects. (suitable for printing) If you use this function, you cannot set the face detection options, t photo style, and smart filter effects. Adjusting your photos Adjust th[...]

Shooting options 74 Using smart range Y our camera takes two photos with different exposures, and then overlays the bright area of the underexposed photo and the dark area of the overexposed photo. pASM Without smart range effect With smart range effect In Shooting mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 a  Smart Range . Select an option. 3 Option Descrip[...]

Playing back ………………………………… 76 Starting Playback mode ……………………… 76 Viewing photos ……………………………… 81 Playing a video ……………………………… 82 Playing voice memos ………………………… 83 Editing a photo ……………………………… 84 Resizing photos …[...]

Playback/Editing 76 Playing back Learn actions to play back photos, videos, or voice memos, and manage files. Display in Playback mode ISO 100 Flash OFF Size 3648X2736 Date 2010/01/01 100-0001 F2.4 1/60 00:00:00/00:00:10 Information Histogram Memory in use Icon Description Video file Photo includes a voice memo 00:00:00/ 00:00:10 Playback time ?[...]

Playback/Editing 77 Playing back Canceling your favorite faces Y ou can delete your favorite faces. This feature is available only when you use a memory card. In Playback mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 u  Face List Edit  Delete My Star . Scroll to a face and pr ess [ 3 o ]. Press [ 4 f ]. Select 5 Ye s . Ranking your favorite faces Y ou can ch[...]

Playback/Editing 78 Playing back Option Description T ype View files by the file type. Date View files by the date they were saved. Color View files by the dominant color of the image. W eek View files by the weekday they were saved. Face View files by recognized faces and favorite faces. (Up to 20 people) It may take some time for the camera[...]

Playback/Editing 79 Playing back Protecting files Protect your files from accidental deletion. In Playback mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 u  Protect  Select . T o protect all files, select t All  Lock . Select the file you want to protect and pr ess [ 3 o ]. Press [ t o ] again to cancel your selection. Fn OK Select Set P[...]

Playback/Editing 80 Playing back T o delete all files, In Playback mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 u  Delete  All  Ye s . Copying files to the memory card Y ou can copy files from the internal memory to a memor y card. In Playback mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 u  Copy to Card . Select 3 Ye s to copy files. Deleting files Delete si[...]

Playback/Editing 81 Playing back Starting a slide show Y ou can apply effects and audio to your slide show . In Playback mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 l . Select a slide show effect option. 3 Skip to step 5 to start a slide show with no effects. t Option Description Images Set the photos you want to view as a slide show . All t : View all pho[...]

Playback/Editing 82 Playing back Use the following buttons to control playback. 2 Press T o [ F ] Scan backward. The camera scans backward in 2X, 4X, and 8X increments when you press [ F ]. [ o ] Pause or resume playback. [ I ] Scan forward. The camera scans forward in 2X, 4X, and 8X increments when you press [ I ]. [ Zoom ] left or right Adjust th[...]

Playback/Editing 83 Playing back Capturing an image during playback Press [ 1 o ] at the point where you want to save a still image. Press [ 2 c ]. A captured image has the same resolution as the original video file and is saved as a new file. Playing voice memos Playing a voice memo In Playback mode, select a voice memo and press [ 1 o ]. Use th[...]

Playback/Editing 84 Editing a photo Perform photo editing tasks, such as resizing, rotating, eliminating red-eyes, and adjusting brightness, contrast, or saturation. Rotating a photo In Playback mode, select a photo and press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 y  Rotate  an option. OK Move Set The rotated photo will be saved as the same file, not a new file[...]

Playback/Editing 85 Editing a photo Defining your own RGB tone 1 In Playback mode, select a photo and press [ m ]. Select 2 y  Photo Style Selector . Scroll to 3 Custom RGB . Rotate [ 4 Zoom ] right. Select a color (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue). 5 OK R G B Back Set Adjust the amount of the selected color . 6 (-: less or +: more) Applying photo st[...]

Playback/Editing 86 Editing a photo Applying smart filter effects Apply various filter effects to your photos to create unique images. The edited photo will be saved as a new file but it could be resized to a lower resolution. Miniature Vignetting Fish-eye In Playback mode, select a photo and press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 y  Smart Filter . Selec[...]

Playback/Editing 87 Editing a photo Adjusting brightness/contrast/saturation In Playback mode, select a photo and press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 y  Image Adjust . Select an adjustment option. 3 Option Description Brightness Contrast Saturation Select a value to adjust the selected item. 4 (-: less or +: more) Adding noise to the photo In Playback mode,[...]

Playback/Editing 88 Editing a photo Press [ 4 m ]. Select 5 u  DPOF  Size  an option. Option Description Select Specify the print size for the selected photo. All Specify the print size for all photos. Reset Reset your settings. If you select 6 Select , scroll to a photo and r otate [ Zoom ] left or right to select the print size. Repeat f[...]

Playback/Editing 89 Viewing files on a TV or HDTV Play back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV using the A/V cable. On some TVs, digital noise may occur or part of an image may not t appear . Images may not appear centered on the TV screen depending on t your TV settings. Y ou can capture photos or videos while the camera is [...]

Playback/Editing 90 Viewing files on a TV or HDTV Viewing files on an HDTV Y ou can view high-quality and uncompressed photos or videos on an HDTV using the optional HDMI cable. HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is supported by most HDTVs. In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 n  HDMI Size . Select an HDMI resolution[...]

Playback/Editing 91 T ransferring files to your computer (for Windows) T ransfer files to your computer using the built-in Intelli-studio program. Y ou can also edit files or upload files to your favorite websites. Intelli-studio may not perform correctly on some computers, even t when the computer meets the requirements. If your computer do[...]

Playback/Editing 92 T ransferring files to your computer (for Windows) T urn on the camera. 5 The computer recognizes the camera automatically . t If you set the USB option to Select Mode , select Computer from the pop-up window . Select a folder on your computer to save new files to. 6 If your camera has no new files, the pop-up window for s[...]

Playback/Editing 93 T ransferring files to your computer (for Windows) Using Intelli-studio Intelli-studio is a built-in program that allows you to play back and edit files. Y ou can also upload files to websites, such as Flickr or Y ouT ube. For details, select Help  Help in the program. If you install Intelli-studio on your computer , the p[...]

Playback/Editing 94 T ransferring files to your computer (for Windows) T ransferring files by connecting the camera as a removable disk Y ou can connect the camera to your computer as a removable disk. In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 n  PC Software  Of f . T urn off the camera. 3 Connect the camera to your com[...]

Playback/Editing 95 T ransferring files to your computer (for Windows) Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) The way to disconnect the USB cable for Windows Vista and 7 is similar . If the status lamp on your camera is blinking, wait until 1 it stops. Click 2 on the tool bar at the bottom right of your PC screen. Click the pop-up message. 3 Re[...]

Playback/Editing 96 T ransferring files to your computer (for Mac) When you connect the camera to a Macintosh computer , the computer recognizes the camera automatically . Y ou can transfer files directly from the camera to the computer without installing any programs. Mac OS 10.4 or later is supported. T urn on the camera. 2 The computer recogni[...]

Playback/Editing 97 Using Samsung RA W Converter Photos captured by a camera are often transformed to jpeg formats and stored in the memory according to the settings of the camera at the time of shooting. RAW files are not transformed to jpeg formats and are stored in the memory without any changes. With Samsung RAW Converter , you can calibrate e[...]

Playback/Editing 98 Using Samsung RAW Converter Using the Samsung RAW Converter Interface For details about using Samsung RAW Converter , click Help  Open software manual . 4 3 2 1 Number Description 1 Menu 2 T oolbar Number Description 3 Editing tools 4 Open/Close the fine adjustment window for the editing tools[...]

Playback/Editing 99 Using Samsung RAW Converter Editing RAW format files If you edit the RAW format files with the Samsung RA W Converter , you can maintain high image quality . Y ou can also edit JPEG and TIFF format files. T o adjust the exposure of of an image Select 1 File  Open file and open a file. From the editing tools, select 2 . A[...]

Playback/Editing 100 Using Samsung RAW Converter Saving RAW files as JPEG/TIFF formats Select 1 File  Open file and open a file. Select 2 File  Development . Select a file format (JPEG or TIFF) and select 3 Save . T o adjust the tone of an image Select 1 File  Open file and open a file. From the editing tools, select 2 . Adjust the t[...]

Playback/Editing 101 Printing photos with a photo printer (PictBridge) Print photos with a PictBridge-compatible printer by connecting your camera directly to the printer . Configuring print settings Menu M e n u Images Size Layout T ype Quality Date File Name Exit Print One Photo Auto Auto Auto Auto Auto Auto Option Description Images Select whet[...]

Camera settings menu ……………………………… 103 Accessing the settings menu …………………………… 103 Sound …………………………………………………… 104 Display ………………………………………………… 104 Settings ………………………………………………… 105 Error mess[...]

Appendixes 103 Camera settings menu Learn about various options that configure your camera's settings. Select an option and save your settings. 3 Menu Men u OK OK V olume Start Sound Shutter Sound Beep Sound AF Sound Back Set Off Low Medium High On Press [ 4 m ] to return to the previous scr een. Accessing the settings menu In Shooting or Pla[...]

Appendixes 104 Camera settings menu Display * Default Item Description Function Description Display a brief description of an option or menu. ( Off , On *) Grid Line Select a guide to help you compose a scene. ( Off *, 3 X 3 , 2 X 2 , + , X ) Start Image Set a start image to display when the camera turns on. Off t *: Display no start image. Logo[...]

Appendixes 105 Camera settings menu Settings * Default Item Description Format Format the internal memory and the memor y card. All files-including the protected files-are deleted. ( No , Ye s ) If you use a memory card used with cameras from other manufacturers or a memory card reader , or one formatted on a computer , your camera may read the c[...]

Appendixes 106 Camera settings menu Item Description Imprint Set whether to print the date and time on your photos when printing. ( Off *, Date , Date & Time ) The date and time will be displayed on the t bottom-right corner of the photo in yellow . The date and time may not be printed on some t printer models. If you select t T ext in[...]

Appendixes 107 Camera settings menu Item Description USB Set the function the camera uses when it is connected to a computer or printer via a USB cable. Select Mode t *: Select a USB mode when you connect your camera to another device. Computer t : Connect your camera to a computer for transferring files. Printer t : Connect your camera t[...]

Appendixes 108 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. t Remove your memory card and insert it again. t Format your memory card. (p. t 105) Card Locked Unlock the memory card. Card not supported. The inserted m[...]

Appendixes 109 Camera maintenance Camera body Wipe gently with a soft, dr y cloth. Never use benzene, thinners, or alcohol to clean the device. These t 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 t cover . Cleaning your camera Camera lens and display Use a blower[...]

Appendixes 110 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 SD card: Size Super Fine Fine Normal RA W RAW + S.Fine RAW + Fine RAW + Normal P h o t o s 180 328 451 41 31 37 39 201 363 497 42 32 37 40 220 392 531 42 33 38 40 235 420 568[...]

Appendixes 111 Camera maintenance Battery life Shooting time / Number of photos Shooting conditions (when the battery is fully charged) Photos Approx. 120 min/ Approx. 240 shots This is measured under the following conditions: in the p mode, 10M resolution, Fine quality , OIS on. 1. Set the flash option to Fill in , zoom in or out, and take a sing[...]

Appendixes 112 Camera maintenance Notes about charging with a computer connected Use only the provided USB cable. t The battery may not be charged when: t Y ou use a USB hub. - Other USB devices are connected to your computer . - Y ou connect the cable to the port on the front side of your - computer . The USB port of your computer does not s[...]

Appendixes 113 Camera maintenance Do not disassemble the battery or puncture the batter y t with any sharp object. Avoid exposing the battery to high pressure or crushing t forces. Avoid exposing the battery to major impacts, such as t dropping it from high places. Do not expose the battery to temperatures of 60° C t (140° F) or above[...]

Appendixes 114 Using optional accessories Using optional flash units Attach an optional flash unit to the camera accessory shoe. Remove the accessory shoe cover and mount the flash unit on the accessory shoe. For details about the flash unit, see the manual provided with the t flash unit. Y our camera is compatible with the following types [...]

Appendixes 115 Using optional accessories Using an optional conversion lens Y ou can increase your camera’ s range and depth of field by attaching an optional conversion lens. Remove the stock camera ring by turning it 1 counter -clockwise. Mount the conversion lens by turning it clockwise until it 2 locks into place. In Shooting or Playback mod[...]

Appendixes 116 Using optional accessories Using an optional remote contr ol The camera takes a photo 2 seconds after you press the shutter button on the remote control. Y ou can use the remote control only when the drive mode dial is rotated to g . In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 n  Remote  On .[...]

Appendixes 117 Before contacting a service center If you are having trouble with your camera, try these troubleshooting procedures before contacting a ser vice center . If you have attempted the troubleshooting solution and are still having problems with your device, contact your local dealer or service center . Situation Suggested remedies Cannot [...]

Appendixes 118 Before contacting a service center Situation Suggested remedies The colors in the photo do not match the actual scene An incorrect white balance can create unrealistic color . Select the proper white balance option to suit the light source. (p. 67) The photo is too bright Y our photo is overexposed. Adjust the aperture value or the s[...]

Appendixes 119 Before contacting a service center Situation Suggested remedies Intelli-studio is not functioning properly End Intelli-studio and restart the program. t Y ou cannot use Intelli-studio on t Macintosh computers. Make sure that the t PC Software is set to On in the settings menu. (p. 107) Depending on your computer's t [...]

Appendixes 120 Camera specifications Shutter speed Auto • :1/8-1/1 , 500sec. Program • :1-1/1 , 500sec. AperturePriority • , ShutterPriority ,  Manual :16-1/1 , 500sec Night • :8-1/1 , 500sec. Fireworks • :2sec. Exposure Control ProgramAE , Shutter?[...]

Appendixes 121 Camera specifications Videos Modes: t Smart Scene Detection (Landscape, Blue Sky , Natural Green, Sunset Sky), Movie Format: H.264 (MPEG-4. AVC), t (Max recording time: 20 min) Size: t 640 X 480 (30 FPS, 15 FPS), 320 X 240 (30 FPS, 15 FPS) Frame Rate t : 30 FPS, 15 FPS Voice t : Off, On, Zoom Mute OIS t : On, Off V[...]

Appendixes 122 Camera specifications Image size For 1GB SD Super Fine Fine Normal RAW RA W + S.Fine RAW + Fine RAW + Normal 180 328 451 41 31 37 39 201 363 497 42 32 37 40 220 392 531 42 33 38 40 235 420 568 42 34 38 40 235 419 568 42 34 38 40 319 542 707 43 36 40 42 471 746 928 44 39 42 43 645 967 1,161 45 41 43 44 1,056 1,331 1,458 46 43 44 44 T[...]

Appendixes 123 Camera specifications Power source Rechargeable battery Lithium-ion battery (SLB-11A, 1130 mAh) The power source may differ depending on your region. Dimensions (W x H x D) 114.4 x 64.6 x 30 mm W eight 356 g (without battery and memory card) Operating temperature 0 - 40˚ C Operating humidity 5 - 85 % Software Intelli-studio, Samsun[...]

Appendixes 124 FCC notice Declaration of Conformity t T rade Name : Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Model No. : Samsung TL500 Responsible Party : Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Address : 105 Challenger Road Ridgefield Park NJ T elephone No. : 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject [...]

Appendixes 125 Flash Auto 53 Fill in 53 Off 52 Red-eye 53 Red-eye Fix 53 Slow Sync 53 Focus area Center AF 59 Multi AF 59 Selection AF 57 T racking AF 59 Focus distance Auto Macro 56 Macro 56 Manual Focus 57 Normal (AF) 56 Format 105 Frame rate 42 Function button 16 Function description 104 DPOF 88 Drive mode dial 17 Dual IS mode 41 E Editing 84 En[...]

Appendixes 126 P Photo quality 48 Photo styles in Playback mode 85 in Shooting mode 71 Playback button 21 Playback mode 76 Printing photos 101 Print order 88 Program mode 37 Protecting files 79 Q Quick View 105 R RAW files 48 Recording Video 42 V oice memo 45 Mode dial 17 Movie mode 42 Muting Camera 21 Video 42 My Star Canceling faces 77 Ranking [...]

Appendixes 127 Viewing files as thumbnails 79 by category 78 on TV 89 Slide show 81 V oice memo Playing 83 Recording 45 V olume 104 W White Balance 67 Z Zoom button 16 Zooming 28 Smart filter effect in Playback mode 86 in Shooting mode 72 Smart Scene Detection mode 43 Smile shot 61 Start image 104 T Timer 49 T racking focus 58 T ransferring file[...]

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