Samsung PL101 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 PL100/PL101 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 Protect batteries, char gers, and memory cards from damage Avoid exposing batteries or memory cards to very cold or ver y t 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. Prevent batte[...]

3 Exercise caution when using the camera in humid environments When transferring the camera from a cold environment to a warm and humid one, condensation can form on the delicate electronic circuitry and memor y card. In this situation, wait for at least 1 hour until all moisture has evaporated before using the camera. Check that the camera is oper[...]

4 Or ganization of the user manual Basic functions 11 Learn about your camera’ s layout, icons, and basic functions for shooting. Extended functions 27 Learn how to take a photo by selecting a mode and how to record a video or voice memo. Shooting options 39 Learn about the options you can set in shooting mode. Playback/Editing 55 Learn how to pl[...]

5 Indications used in this manual Shooting mode Indication Smart Auto S Auto a Program p DIS 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. e.g.) Available in the Program, DIS, and Movie modes Icons used in[...]

6 Expressions used in this manual 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[...]

7 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. 42) If the photo has already been taken, select t Red-eye Fix in the edit menu. (p. [...]

8 Quick refer ence T aking photos of people s t mode > Portrait f 29 b t mode f 31 Self-portrait mode t f 35 Children mode t f 36 Couple mode t f 36 Red-eye t , Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye) f 42 Face Detection t f 47 T aking photos at night or in the dark s t mode > Sunset, Dawn, Fireworks f 29 N t mo[...]

9 Contents T aking photos with the front display .................................. 35 Using the Self-portrait mode ................................................. 35 Using the Couple mode ....................................................... 36 Using the Children mode .................................................... 36 Recording a video wi[...]

10 Contents Adjusting brightness and color .......................................... 49 Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) .................................... 49 Compensating for backlighting (ACB) .................................... 49 Changing the metering option ............................................... 50 Selecting a light source (Wh[...]

Unpacking ………………………………………………… 12 Camera layout …………………………………………… 13 Inserting the battery and memory card ……………… 15 Charging the battery and turning your camera on … 16 Charging the battery ………………………………………… 16 T ur ning on your came[...]

Basic functions 12 Unpacking Check your product box for the following items. Camera AC adapter/USB cable Rechargeable battery Strap Software CD-ROM (User manual included) Quick Start Manual The illustrations may differ from your actual items. Optional accessories Camera case Memory card A/V cable Battery charger[...]

Basic functions 13 Camera layout Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera's parts and their functions. AF-assist light/timer lamp Flash Lens Battery chamber cover Insert a memory card and battery T ripod mount Microphone Front display Front LCD button USB and A/V port Accepts USB cable or A/V cable Shutter button POWER button[...]

Basic functions 14 Camera layout Mode dial Icon Mode Description S Smart Auto T ake a photo by letting the camera select a scene mode as it detects a Auto T ake a photo quickly and easily with minimal settings p Program T ake a photo by setting options d DIS T ake a photo with options suitable for reducing camera shake b Beauty Shot T ake a photo o[...]

Basic functions 15 Inserting the batter y and memor y card Learn to insert the battery and an optional memor y card into the camera. Removing the battery and memory card Push gently until the card disengages from 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 a temporary sto[...]

Basic functions 16 Charging the battery and tur ning your camera on T urning 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. 17) T urning on your camera in Playback mode Press [ P ]. The camera turns on and accesses Playback mode immediately . W[...]

Basic functions 17 Performing the initial setup The initial setup screen appears to allow you to configure the camera's basic settings. Press [ 5 F ] or [ t ] to select a time zone and press [ o ]. T o set the daylight-saving time, press [ t D ]. Back DST Press [ 6 D ] or [ M ] to select Date & Time (Date & Time) and press [ t ] or[...]

Basic functions 18 C. Icons on the left Icon Description Aperture and shutter speed Long time shutter Exposure value White balance Face tone Face retouch ISO speed Photo style Image adjustment (contrast, sharpness, saturation) Burst type Learning icons The icons displayed will change according to the mode you select or the options you set. Icon Des[...]

Basic functions 19 Selecting options Y ou can select options by pressing [ m ] and using the navigation buttons ([ D ], [ M ], [ F ], [ t ]). Y ou can also access shooting options by pressing [ f ] but some options are not available. Going back to the previous menu Press [ m ] again to go back to the previous menu. Press [ Shutter ] to return to Sh[...]

Basic functions 20 Selecting options Press [ 4 D ] or [ M ] to scroll to White Balance and then press [ t ] or [ o ]. Photo Size Quality EV ISO White Balance Face Detection Focus Area Exit Back Press [ 5 F ] or [ t ] to scroll to a white balance option. Daylight Back Move Press [ 6 o ]. E.g. Selecting a white balance option in the P mode Rotate the[...]

Basic functions 21 Setting the display and sound Learn how to change the basic settings for the display and sound according to your preferences. Setting the sound Set whether your camera emits a specified sound when you operate your camera. In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 Sound  Beep Sound  an option. Option Description[...]

Basic functions 22 T aking photos Learn basic actions to take photos easily and quickly in the Auto mode. Rotate the mode dial to 1 a . Align your subject in the frame. 2 Half-press [ 3 Shutter ] to focus. A green frame means the subject in focus. t Press [ 4 Shutter ] to take a photo. See page 25 for tips to get clearer photos.[...]

Basic functions 23 T aking photos Zooming Y ou can shoot close-up photos by adjusting the zoom. Y our camera has a 3X optical zoom and 3X digital zoom. By using both, you can zoom in up to 9 times. Rotate [ Zoom ] right to zoom in on your subject. Rotate [ Zoom ] left to zoom out. Zoom in Zoom out Zoom ratio T urning on the front display The front [...]

Basic functions 24 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 Zoom indicator The digital zoom is not available when using t S , d , b , s (in some scenes), N , and v modes and when [...]

Basic functions 25 Tips for getting a clearer photo Holding your camera correctly Make sure nothing is blocking the lens. Half-pressing the shutter button Half-press [ Shutter ] and adjust the focus. Focus and exposure will be adjusted automatically . The aperture value and shutter speed are automatically set. Focus frame Press [ t Shutter ] to [...]

Basic functions 26 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 - the [...]

Shooting modes …………………………………………… 28 Using the Smart Auto mode ……………………………… 28 Using the Scene mode ……………………………………… 29 Using the frame guide ……………………………………… 30 Using the Night mode ……………………………………… 30 Usi[...]

Extended functions 28 Shooting modes T ake photos or record videos by selecting the best shooting mode for the conditions. Icon Description Appears when taking portraits at night. Appears when taking photos of landscapes with backlighting. Appears when taking portraits with backlighting. Appears when taking portraits. Appears when taking close-up p[...]

Extended functions 29 Shooting modes Using the Scene mode T ake a photo with options preset for a specific scene. Rotate the mode dial to 1 s . Select a scene. 2 Portrait This mode is appropriate for taking pictures of faces. T o change the scene mode, press [ t m ] and select Scene  a scene. For the Frame Guide mode, see “ t Using t[...]

Extended functions 30 Shooting modes Using the Night mode Use the Night mode to take a photo with options for shooting at night. Use a tripod to prevent your camera from shaking. Rotate the mode dial to 1 N . Align your subject in the frame and half-press [ 2 Shutter ] to focus. Press [ 3 Shutter ] to take the photo. Adjusting the exposure in the N[...]

Extended functions 31 Shooting modes Using the Beauty Shot mode T ake a photo of a person with options to hide facial imperfections. Rotate the mode dial to 1 b . 2 T o make the subject's skin tone appear lighter (face only), press [ m ]. Select 3 Shooting  Face T one  an option. Select a higher setting to make skin tone appear lighte[...]

Extended functions 32 Shooting modes Using the DIS mode Reduce camera shake and prevent blurred photos with 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 wo[...]

Extended functions 33 Shooting modes Recording a video Record videos of up to 2 hours in length. The recorded video is saved as an MJPEG file. Some memory cards may not support high definition recording. In this case, set a lower resolution. (p. 40) Rotate the mode dial to 1 v . Press [ 2 m ]. 3 Select Movie  Frame Rate  a frame rate (th[...]

Extended functions 34 Shooting modes T o pause recor ding The camera allows you to pause temporarily while recording a video. With this function, you can record your favorite scenes as a single video. Press [ o ] to pause while recording. Press it again to resume. Stop Pause Press [ 4 m ]. Select 5 Movie  V oice  a sound option. Option Des[...]

Extended functions 35 T aking photos with the front display The front display will help take self-portraits or photos of children. Y ou can also use the Couple mode with the front display . When you press [ t Front LCD ] repeatedly , the shooting mode changes from Self-portrait mode to Couple mode or to Children mode. When recording videos, you [...]

Extended functions 36 T aking photos with the front display Using the Children mode In this mode, you can draw children’ s attention to the camera by showing a short animation on the front display . In Shooting mode, press [ 1 Front LCD ] thr ee times. An animation will play . t Align your subject in the frame and half-press [ 2 Shutter ]. Pre[...]

Extended functions 37 T aking photos with the front display Recording a video with the fr ont display Recording a video in the Self-portrait mode Rotate the mode dial to 1 v . Press [ 2 Front LCD ] once. Press [ 3 Shutter ] to start recor ding. Press [ 4 Shutter ] again to stop recor ding. Recording a video in the Childr en mode Rotate the mode dia[...]

Extended functions 38 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 will get the best sound quality when recording 40 cm away from the camera. apdbNs Adding a voice memo to a photo In Shooting mode, press [ 1 m ]. Selec[...]

Selecting a resolution and quality ………… 40 Selecting a resolution ………………………… 40 Selecting image quality ………………………… 40 Using the timer ……………………………… 41 Shooting in the dark ………………………… 42 Preventing r ed-eye …………………………… 42 Using the flash[...]

Shooting options 40 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 Movie  Movie Size  an option. Option Description 640 X 480 : Play back on a general TV . 320 X 240 : Post on a web page. Selecting image quality Photos you take a[...]

Shooting options 41 Using the timer Learn how to set the timer to delay shooting. apdbNsvS Press [ 3 Shutter ] to start the timer . The AF-assist light/timer lamp blinks. The camera will t automatically take a photo at the specified time. The front display will start the countdown a few seconds t before shooting. Press [ t t ] to cancel t[...]

Shooting options 42 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 ]. Auto Select an option. 2 Option Description Off : The flash will not fire. t Camera shake warning ( t?[...]

Shooting options 43 Shooting in the dark Flash options are not available if you set burst options or select t Blink Detection . Make sure that your subjects are within the recommended distance t from the flash. (p. 91) If there is reflected light or much dust in the air , tiny spots may appear t on your photo. Adjusting the ISO speed The[...]

Shooting options 44 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 M ]. Normal (AF) Select an option. 2 Option Description Normal (AF) : Focus on a subj[...]

Shooting options 45 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 will a[...]

Shooting options 46 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 Shooting  Focus Area  an option. Option Description Center AF : Focus on the center (suitable when subjec[...]

Shooting options 47 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. apdbs Detecting faces Y[...]

Shooting options 48 Using face detection Detecting eye blinking If your camera detects closed eyes, it will automatically take 2 photos in succession. In Shooting mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 Shooting  Face Detection  Blink Detection . Hold your camera still while t “ Capturing ” is displayed on the screen. When blink detection fails,[...]

Shooting options 49 Adjusting brightness and color Learn how to adjust the brightness and color for better image quality . 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. In this case, set the Auto [...]

Shooting options 50 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. (Auto[...]

Shooting options 51 Adjusting brightness and color Defining your own white balance In Shooting mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 Shooting  White Balance  Measure: Shutter . Aim the lens at a piece of white paper . 3 Press [ 4 Shutter ]. In Shooting mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 Shooting  White Balance  an option. Icon Description Aut[...]

Shooting options 52 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. p Option Description AEB : T ake 3 photos with different exposures: normal, t underexposed, and overexposed. Use a tripod t[...]

Shooting options 53 Improving your photos Learn how to improve your photos by applying photo styles, colors, or make some adjustments. Defining your own RGB tone In Shooting mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 Shooting  Photo Style Selector  Custom RGB . Select a color (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue). 3 Back Move Adjust the amount of the selecte[...]

Shooting options 54 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) Depending on the selected image adjustment option, some photo t styles are not available. Adjusting your photos Adjust the contrast, sharpness[...]

Playing back ………………………………… 56 Starting Playback mode ……………………… 56 Viewing photos ………………………………… 59 Playing a video ………………………………… 61 Playing voice memos ………………………… 62 Editing a photo ……………………………… 63 Resizing phot[...]

Playback/Editing 56 Playing back Learn actions to play back photos, videos, or voice memos, and managing files. Display in Playback mode Information Icon Description Photo includes a voice memo Video file Print order has been set (DPOF) Protected file Folder name – File name Starting Playback mode View photos or play videos and voice memos sto[...]

Playback/Editing 57 Playing back Press [ 4 F ] or [ t ] to scroll thr ough files. Press and hold to scroll through files quickly . t Press [ 5 o ] to return to the normal view . Viewing files by category in Smart Album View and manage files by categories, such as date, file type, or week. In Playback mode, rotate [ 1 Zoom ] left. Press [ 2 [...]

Playback/Editing 58 Playing back Protecting files Protect your files from accidental deletion. In Playback mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 File Options  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. Select [...]

Playback/Editing 59 Playing back 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 File Options  Copy to Card . Select 3 Ye s to copy files. Viewing photos Zoom in on part of a photo or view photos in a slide show . Enlarging a photo In Playback mode, [...]

Playback/Editing 60 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 Multi Slide Show . 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[...]

Playback/Editing 61 Playing back Playing a video In Playback mode, select a video and press [ 1 o ]. Pause Use the following buttons to control playback. 2 Press T o [ F ] Scan backward. [ o ] Pause or resume playback. [ t ] Scan forward. [ Zoom ] left or right Adjust the volume level. Set the slide show effect. 4 Select 5 Start  Play . T o l[...]

Playback/Editing 62 Playing back Adding a voice memo to a photo In Playback mode, select a photo and press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 File Options  V oice memo  On . Press [ 3 Shutter ] to recor d a short voice memo (10 seconds maximum). Press [ t Shutter ] to stop recording a voice memo. Playing a voice memo added to a photo In Playback mode, sele[...]

Playback/Editing 63 Editing a photo Perform photo editing tasks, such as resizing, rotating, eliminating red-eyes, and adjusting brightness, contrast, or saturation. Edited photos will be saved as new files. Rotating a photo In Playback mode, select a photo and press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 Edit  Rotate  an option. Back Right 90˚ Move Resizing ph[...]

Playback/Editing 64 Editing a photo Defining your own RGB tone 1 In Playback mode, select a photo and press [ m ]. Select 2 Edit  Photo Style Selector  Custom RGB . Select a color (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue). 3 Back Move Adjust the amount of the selected color . 4 (-: less or +: more) Applying photo styles Apply a different photo style to th[...]

Playback/Editing 65 Editing a photo Correcting exposur e problems Adjust ACB (Auto Contrast Balance), brightness, contrast, or saturation; remove red-eye; hide facial imperfections; or add noise to the photo. Adjusting ACB (Auto Contrast Balance) In Playback mode, select a photo and press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 Edit  Image Adjust  ACB . Removing r[...]

Playback/Editing 66 Editing a photo Press [ 4 m ]. Select 5 File Options  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 siz[...]

Playback/Editing 67 Viewing files on a TV 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 centerd on the TV screen depending on your t TV settings. Y ou can capture photos or videos while the camera is connected[...]

Playback/Editing 68 T ransferring files to your computer (for Windows) T ransfer files to your computer using the 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 does not me[...]

Playback/Editing 69 T ransferring files to your computer (for Windows) Installing Intelli-studio Insert the installation CD in a compatible CD-ROM drive. 1 When the setup screen is displayed, click 2 Samsung Digital Camera Installer to start installation. Select programs to install and follow the onscr een 3 instructions. Click 4 Exit to complete [...]

Playback/Editing 70 T ransferring files to your computer (for Windows) Using Intelli-studio Intelli-studio is a 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. Y ou cannot edit files directly on the camera. T ransfer file[...]

Playback/Editing 71 T ransferring files to your computer (for Windows) T ransferring files using Intelli-studio Intelli-studio will start automatically when you connect the camera to your computer with the USB cable. The battery will be charged while the camera is connected to a computer with the USB cable. Connect the camera to your computer wit[...]

Playback/Editing 72 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. Connect the camera to your computer with the USB 1 cable. Y ou must plug the end of the cable with the indicator light ( S ) into your camera. If [...]

Playback/Editing 73 T ransferring files to your computer (for Windows) Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) The way to disconnect the USB cable for Windows Vista/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 Remove[...]

Playback/Editing 74 T ransferring files to your computer (for Mac) When you connect the camera to a Macintosh computer , the computer will recognize the device 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 rec[...]

Playback/Editing 75 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 Images Size Layout T ype Quality Exit Print : One Photo : Auto : Auto : Auto : Auto Option Description Images : Select whether to print the current ph[...]

Camera settings menu …………………………………… 77 Accessing the settings menu ……………………………… 77 Sound ……………………………………………………… 78 Display ……………………………………………………… 78 Settings …………………………………………………?[...]

Appendixes 77 Camera settings menu Learn about various options to configure your camera's settings. Select an option and save your settings. 3 V olume Start Sound Shutter Sound Beep Sound AF Sound Children Sound Back Set :1 Off Low Medium High Press [ 4 m ] to return to the previous scr een. Accessing the settings menu In Shooting or Playback[...]

Appendixes 78 Camera settings menu Display * Default Item Description Language Select a language for the display text. 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 t *: Display no start image. Logo t : Display a default image stored[...]

Appendixes 79 Camera settings menu Item Description Reset Reset menus and shooting options (date and time, language, and video output settings will not be reset). ( Ye s , No ) Date & Time Set the date and time and select a date format. ( Off *, dd/mm/yyyy , mm/dd/yyyy , yyyy/mm/dd ) Time Zone Select a region and set the daylight-saving time (D[...]

Appendixes 80 Camera settings menu Item Description AF Lamp Set an assistant light to help you focus in dark places. ( Off , On *) USB Set the function to use via a USB connection with a computer or printer . Auto t *: Set your camera to select a USB mode automatically . Computer t : Connect your camera to a computer for transferring files. [...]

Appendixes 81 Camera settings menu Item Description Front Display Demo Set the camera to play the animation with sound through the front display when you turn it on (for shop display). ( Off *, On ) In Demo mode, you cannot take photos or t record videos. T o switch to Shooting mode, press any button (except [ POWER ]). Demo mode is not availabl[...]

Appendixes 82 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 79) Card Locked Unlock the memory card. Card not supported. The inserted mem[...]

Appendixes 83 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 84 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 30 FPS 15 FPS P h o t o s 147 284 403 - - 167 313 441 - - 202 367 528 - - 211 374 537 - - 339 566 792 - - 510 802 1,065 - - 735 1,144 1,43[...]

Appendixes 85 Camera maintenance Battery life Shooting time / Number of photos Shooting conditions (when the battery is fully charged) Photos Approx. 120 min/ Approx. 240 This is measured under the following conditions: in the a mode, 12M resolution, and Fine quality . 1. Set the flash option to Fill in , take a single shot, and zoom in or out. 2.[...]

Appendixes 86 Camera maintenance Notes about charging with a computer connected Use only the provided USB cable. t The battery may not be charged when: t you use a USB hub - other USB devices are connected to your computer - you connect the cable to the port on the front side of your - computer the USB port of your computer does not support t[...]

Appendixes 87 Camera maintenance Do not disassemble or puncture the battery with any t 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. Do not allo[...]

Appendixes 88 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 t[...]

Appendixes 89 Before contacting a service center Situation Suggested remedies The photo is too bright T urn off the flash. (p. t 42) Y our photo is overexposed. Adjust the t exposure value. (p. 49) The photo is too dark Y our photo is underexposed. T urn on the flash. (p. t 42) Adjust the ISO speed. (p. t 43) Adjust the exposure value[...]

Appendixes 90 Before contacting a service center Situation Suggested remedies Y our camera cannot play videos Y ou can play videos only with the Intelli- t studio program. Install the program on your computer . (p. 70) Make sure that the USB cable is t connected correctly . Intelli-studio is not functioning properly End Intelli-studio and res[...]

Appendixes 91 Camera specifications Shutter speed Auto t : 1/8 - 1/1,500 sec. Program t : 1 - 1/1,500 sec. Night t : 8 - 1/1,500 sec. Fireworks t : 2 sec. Exposure Control Program AE Metering Multi, Spot, Center-weighted, Face Detection AE Compensation ±2EV (1/3EV steps) ISO equivalent Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600 Flash Mode Off[...]

Appendixes 92 Camera specifications Videos Format: MJPEG (Max recording time: 2 hours) t 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 (sound is muted when operating the zoom function) Video editing (embedded): Pause during recording, t Still image capture Playback T y[...]

Appendixes 93 Camera specifications Interface Digital output connector USB 2.0 Audio output Mono (Internal speaker), Mono (Microphone) Video output NTSC, PAL (selectable) SCC-A V20 DC power input connector 20 pin, 4.2 V Power source Rechargeable battery Lithium-ion battery (BP70A, 740 mAh) The power source may differ depending on your region. Stor[...]

Appendixes 94 Camera specifications Dimensions (W x H x D) 95.7 x 56 x 20.3 mm W eight 111 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 95 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 no[...]

Appendixes 96 E Editing 63 Enlarging 59 Error messages 82 Exposure 49 F Face detection Blink Detection 48 Normal 47 Smile Shot 48 Facial brightness 31 Facial imperfections 31 Flash Auto 43 Fill in 43 Off 42 Red-eye 43 Red-eye Fix 43 Slow Sync 43 Cleaning Body 83 Display 83 Lens 83 Couple mode 36 D Date and time 79 Deleting files 59 Demo mode 81 Di[...]

Appendixes 97 Muting Camera 16 Video 34 N Navigation button 14 Night mode 30 P Photo quality 40 Photo styles in Playback mode 64 in Shooting mode 53 Playback button 16 Playback mode 56 Printing photos 75 Print order 66 Program mode 33 Protecting files 58 L Light source (White balance) 50 Long time shutter 30 M Macro 44 Maintenance 83 Memory card C[...]

Appendixes 98 Viewing files as thumbnails 58 by category 57 on TV 67 Slide show 60 V oice memo Playing 62 Recording 38 V olume 78 W White Balance 50 Z Zoom button 14 Zooming 23 Slide show 60 Smart Album 57 Smile shot 48 Start image 78 T Timer 41 T racking focus 45 T ransferring files for Mac 74 for Windows 68 V Video Playing 61 Recording 33 Video[...]

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