Samsung TL240 manual

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    This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly . Ä Click a topic Common questions Quick refer ence Contents Basic functions Extended functions Shooting options Playback/Editing Appendixes Index User Manual TL240[...]

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    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[...]

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    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[...]

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    3 Health and safety information 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.[...]

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    4 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 specificati[...]

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    5 Indications used in this manual Shooting mode Indication Smart Auto S Auto a Program p Scene s DUAL IS d Smart Scene Detection D 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, DUAL IS, Movie, and Smart Sc[...]

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    6 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[...]

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

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    8 Quick refer ence T aking photos of people s t mode > Beauty Shot, Portrait, Children f 30 Red-eye t , Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye) f 43 Face Detection t f 48 T aking photos at night or in the dark s t mode > Night, Dawn, Fireworks f 30 Flash options t f 43 ISO speed (to adjust the sensitivity to light) t f 4[...]

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    9 Contents Using the Program mode ..................................................... 34 Recording a video ............................................................... 34 Using the Smart Scene Detection mode ................................ 36 Recording voice memos ................................................... 37 Recording a voice memo .[...]

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    10 Contents Adjusting brightness and color .......................................... 53 Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) .................................... 53 Compensating for backlighting (ACB) .................................... 54 Changing the metering option ............................................... 55 Selecting a light source (Wh[...]

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    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 camera ……………………[...]

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    Basic functions 12 Unpacking Check your product box for the following items. Camera AC adapter/USB cable (AD44-00143A)/(AD39-00165A) Rechargeable battery (4302-001226) Strap (Sliver: AD63-02596A/ Black: AD63-02604A) User Manual CD-ROM (AD46-00309A) Quick Start Manual (AD68-04710A) Cradle (AD97-18838A) Optional accessories Camera case Memory card (m[...]

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    Basic functions 13 Camera layout Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera's parts and their functions. Shutter button POWER button Lens Flash AF-assist light/timer lamp Microphone Battery chamber cover Insert a memory card and batter y T ripod mount Speaker[...]

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    Basic functions 14 Camera layout Status lamp Blinking t : When saving a photo or video, being read by a computer or printer , or out of focus Steady t : When connecting to a computer or in focus Zoom button Zoom in or out t Zoom in on part of a photo or view files t as thumbnails Playback button T ouch screen 1 2 HDMI port Accepts HDMI[...]

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    Basic functions 15 Inserting the batter y and memor y card Learn to insert the battery and an optional microSD TM memory 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 tem[...]

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    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 [ Playback ]. The camera turns on and accesses Playback mode immediat[...]

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    Basic functions 17 Performing the initial setup The initial setup screen appears to allow you to configure the camera's basic settings. Select 5 Date & Time (Date & Time). Set the date and time, select a date format, and select 6 . Select 7 to switch to the Shooting mode. Select 1 Language . Select a language. 2 Select 3 Time Zone (Ti[...]

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    Basic functions 18 Icon Description Display type l t : Motion recognition M t : Shooting options and settings menu f Image setting options t : Exposure value t : White balance t : ISO speed t : Face tone t : Face retouch t : Focus area option t : Face detection option t : Smart face recognition edit option t : Photo[...]

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    Basic functions 19 Using the touch screen Learn basic actions to use the touch screen. The touch screen works best when touched with the soft part of your finger . Dragging Drag left or right to scroll horizontally . -2 -1 0 +2 -2 - 1 0 0 + 2 +1 EV Using gestures Perform certain functions by drawing commands on the touch screen. Gesture Descriptio[...]

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    Basic functions 20 Selecting a shooting mode Learn how to select a shooting mode. Y our camera provides you with various modes for shooting. Mode Description S Smart Auto : T ake a photo by letting the camera select a scene mode as it detects. (p. 29) a Auto : T ake a photo quickly and easily with minimal settings. (p. 23) p Program : T ake a photo[...]

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    Basic functions 21 Selecting a shooting mode Access the Smart Auto mode (p. 29) Motion recognition may not work well if you hold the camera parallel to the ground, as shown below . Selecting a shooting mode using motion recognition Y our camera features a built-in motion sensor that allows you to quickly switch the shooting mode by tilting the came[...]

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    Basic functions 22 Setting the touch screen and sound Learn how to change the basic settings for the touch screen 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, select 1 M . Select 2  Beep Sound . Select an option. 3 Option De[...]

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    Basic functions 23 T aking photos Learn basic actions to take photos easily and quickly in the Auto mode. Make sure that the camera is in the 1 a mode (Auto), the camera’ s default shooting mode. If not, select the mode icon t  a . Align your subject in the frame. 2 Half-press [ 3 Shutter ] to focus. A green frame means the subject in fo[...]

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    Basic functions 24 T aking photos Zooming Y ou can shoot close-up photos by adjusting the zoom. Y our camera has a 7X optical zoom and 5X digital zoom. By using both, you can zoom in up to 35 times. Rotate [ Zoom ] right to zoom in on your subject. Rotate [ Zoom ] left to zoom out. Zoom in Zoom out Zoom ratio The zoom ratio available for videos dif[...]

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    Basic functions 25 T aking photos OIS may not function properly when: t you move your camera to follow a moving subject - you use digital zoom - there is too much camera shake - the shutter speed is slow (e.g., when you select - Night in the s mode) the battery is low - you take a close-up shot - If you use the OIS function with a tripod, your i[...]

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    Basic functions 26 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 take the photo if displayed in gr[...]

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    Basic functions 27 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 [...]

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    Shooting modes ………………………………………… 29 Using the Smart Auto mode …………………………… 29 Using the Scene mode ………………………………… 30 Using the Beauty Shot mode …………………………… 31 Using the frame guide ………………………………… 32 Adjusting the exposure in t[...]

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    Extended functions 29 Shooting modes T ake photos or record videos by selecting the best shooting mode for the conditions. Icon Description Appears when taking photos of landscapes at night. This is available only when the flash is off. Appears when taking portraits at night. Appears when taking photos of landscapes with backlighting. Appears when[...]

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    Extended functions 30 Shooting modes Using the Scene mode T ake a photo with options preset for a specific scene. In Shooting mode, select 1 a  s . Select a scene. 2 Scene This mode allows you to choose an appropriate scene for a variety of situations. For the t Beauty Shot mode, see “Using the Beauty Shot mode” on page 31. For the t?[...]

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    Extended functions 31 Shooting modes T o hide facial imperfections, select 3 f   an option. Select a higher setting to hide a greater number of t imperfections. Level 3 Align your subject in the frame and half-press [ 4 Shutter ] to focus. Press [ 5 Shutter ] to take the photo. The focus distance will be set to Auto Macro . Using the Be[...]

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    Extended functions 32 Shooting modes Adjusting the exposure in the Night mode In the Night mode, you can catch brief flashes of light as curved streaks by extending the exposure. Use a slow shutter speed to extend the time until the shutter closes. Increase the aperture value to prevent overexposure. In Shooting mode, select 1 a  s  . Select[...]

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    Extended functions 33 Shooting modes Using the DUAL IS mode Reduce camera shake and prevent blurred photos with Optical and Digital Image Stabilization functions. Before correction After correction In Shooting mode, select 1 a  d . Align your subject in the frame and half-press [ 2 Shutter ] to focus. Press [ 3 Shutter ] to take the photo. Th[...]

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    Extended functions 34 Shooting modes Recording a video Record videos of up to 20 minutes in length in high definition. 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 t established by international standard organizations ISO/IEC and ITU-T . When the Optical Image Stabiliza[...]

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    Extended functions 35 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. Select to pause while recording. Select to resume. Stop: Shutter Select 3 >   a sound option. Option Description Off : Record a video [...]

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    Extended functions 36 Shooting modes Press [ 3 Shutter ] to start recor ding. Press [ 4 Shutter ] again to stop recor ding. If the camera does not recognize a proper scene mode, • D will not change and the default settings will be used. The camera may not select the correct scene depending on shooting • environments, such as camera shake,[...]

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    Extended functions 37 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. apsd Adding a voice memo to a photo In Shooting mode, select 1 f   . ([...]

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    Selecting a resolution and quality ………… 39 Selecting a resolution ………………………… 39 Selecting image quality ……………………… 40 Using the timer ……………………………… 41 Shooting in the dark ……………………… 43 Preventing r ed-eye …………………………… 43 Using the flash …?[...]

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    Shooting options 39 Selecting a resolution and quality Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings. Option Description 4320 X 3240 : Print on A1 paper . 4000 X 3000 : Print on A1 paper . 3984 X 2656 : Print on A2 paper in wide ratio (3:2). 3840 X 2160 : Print on A2 paper in panorama ratio (16:9) or play back on an HDTV . 3264 X 24[...]

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    Shooting options 40 Selecting a resolution and quality When recor ding a video: In the 1 v and D modes, select f  . Select an option. 2 1280 X 720 HQ Option Description 1280 X 720 HQ : Play back high-quality files on an HDTV . 1280 X 720 : Play back on an HDTV . 640 X 480 : Play back on a general TV . 320 X 240 : Post on a web page. Selectin[...]

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    Shooting options 41 Using the timer Learn how to set the timer to delay shooting. SapsdvD 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. Select the timer icon or press [ t Shutter ] to cancel the timer . Depending on the selected face defecti[...]

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    Shooting options 42 Using the timer Pose for your photo while the AF-assist light/timer lamp 5 is blinking. The AF-assist light/timer lamp will stop blinking just before the t camera automatically takes a photo. The motion timer may not work when: you are more than 3 m away from the camera t your movements are too subtle t there is too muc[...]

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    Shooting options 43 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, select 1 . Select an option. 2 Auto Option Description Off : The flash will not fire. t Camera shake warning ( t )[...]

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    Shooting options 44 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[...]

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    Shooting options 45 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, select 1 . Select an option. 2 Normal (AF) Option Description Normal (AF) : Focus on a subject [...]

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    Shooting options 46 Changing the camera’ s focus If you do not touch any area on the screen, the focus frame will t appear in the center of the screen. T racking a subject may fail when: t the subject is too small or the subject moves - the subject is backlit or you are shooting in a dark place - colors or patterns on the subject and the ba[...]

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    Shooting options 47 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, select 1 f  . Select an option. 2 Center AF Option Description Center AF : Focus on the center (suitable when subjects are located i[...]

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    Shooting options 48 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[...]

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    Shooting options 49 Using face detection T aking a smile shot The camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a smiling face. In Shooting mode, select f   . When your subject smiles broadly , your camera can detect the smile more easily . T aking a self portrait shot T ake photos of yourself. The focus distance will be set to cl[...]

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    Shooting options 50 Using face detection Using smart face recognition The camera automatically registers faces that you frequently photograph. This feature will automatically prioritize the focus on those faces and favorite faces. This feature is available only when you use a memory card. In Shooting mode, select f   . The nearest face appear[...]

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    Shooting options 51 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, select 1 f  >   . (In some modes, select f   .) Align your subject’ s face [...]

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    Shooting options 52 Using face detection Select 3 when the face list appears. Y our favorite faces are indicated with a t on the face list. Y ou can register up to 6 favorite faces. t The flash option will be set to t Off . If you register the same face twice, you can delete one of the faces t in the face list. Viewing your favorite fa[...]

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    Shooting options 53 Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) Depending on the intensity of the ambient light, your photos may be too bright or dark. In these cases, you can adjust the exposure to get a better photo. Darker (-) Neutral (0) Brighter (+) In Shooting mode, select 1 f  . Select a value to adjust the exposure. 2 +: brighter , -: darker t?[...]

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    Shooting options 54 Adjusting brightness and color Option Description Off : ACB is off. On : ACB is on. The ACB feature is always on in the t a mode. This feature is not available when t Continuous , Motion Capture , or AEB is in use. Compensating for backlighting (ACB) When the light source is behind your subject or there is high contrast be[...]

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    Shooting options 55 Adjusting brightness and color Option Description Spot : Y our camera measures only the light intensity of the t very center of the frame. If a subject is not in the center of the scene, your t photo may be improperly exposed. Suitable for a subject with backlighting. t Center -weighted : Y our camera averages the meter[...]

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    Shooting options 56 Adjusting brightness and color Auto WB Option Description Auto WB : Use automatic settings depending on the lighting conditions. Daylight : Select when taking outdoor photos on a sunny day . Cloudy : Select when taking outdoor photos on a cloudy day or in shadows. Fluorescent_H : Select when shooting under a daylight fluorescen[...]

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    Shooting options 57 Adjusting brightness and color Defining your own white balance Y ou can customize the white balance by taking photos of a white surface, such as a piece of paper . This will help you to match the colors in your photo with the actual scene according to your lighting condition. In Shooting mode, select 1 f   . Aim the lens [...]

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    Shooting options 58 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. ps Option Description Motion Capture : While you are pressing [ Shutter ], the camera takes VGA photos (6 photos per second; m[...]

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    Shooting options 59 Improving your photos Learn how to improve your photos by applying photo styles, colors, or smart filter effects, or make some adjustments. Defining your own RGB tone In Shooting mode, select 1 f  > (once or twice)    . Select a color (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue). 2 Adjust the amount of the selected colo[...]

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    Shooting options 60 Improving your photos In Shooting mode, select 1 f  > (once or twice)  . Select an effect. 2 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 [...]

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    Shooting options 61 Improving your photos Contrast option Description - Decrease the color and brightness. + Increase the color and brightness. 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 th[...]

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    Playing back ………………………………… 63 Starting Playback mode ……………………… 63 Viewing photos ……………………………… 69 Playing a video ……………………………… 71 Playing a voice memo ……………………… 72 Editing a photo ……………………………… 74 Rotating a photo …?[...]

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    Playback/Editing 63 Playing back Learn actions to play back photos, videos, or voice memos, and managing files. Viewing files using motion recognition Y ou can view files by tilting the camera. Motion recognition may not work well if you hold the camera • parallel to the ground. When you rotate the camera 90 • o or 180 o while viewing [...]

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    Playback/Editing 64 Playing back Start a slide show (p. 70) Motion recognition may not work well if you hold the camera parallel to the ground, as shown below . Selecting a menu using motion recognition Y our camera features a built-in motion sensor that allows you to quickly select a menu by tilting the camera. In Playback mode, tilt the camera wh[...]

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    Playback/Editing 65 Playing back Icon Description Select a menu using motion recognition (p. 64) M Playback and settings menus Playback time of videos or voice memos Play videos or voice memos (Video p. 71/V oice memo p. 72) Ranking your favorite faces Y ou can change the ranking of your favorite faces or delete them. This feature is available only[...]

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    Playback/Editing 66 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. Favorite View your favorite files. Face View files by recognized faces and favorite faces. (Up to 20 people) [...]

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    Playback/Editing 67 Playing back Protecting files Protect your files from accidental deletion. T o select and protect files, In Playback mode, select 1 M . Select 2 Protect  Select . Select files you want to protect. 3 Select t to select all files. Select t to cancel your selection. Select 4 . Viewing files as thumbnails Scan thum[...]

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    Playback/Editing 68 Playing back T o delete all files, In Playback mode, select 1 M . Select 2 Delete  All  Ye s . Alternate way to delete a file While viewing a file in Playback mode, draw an X on the screen. T o protect all files, In Playback mode, select 1 M . Select 2 Protect  All  Lock . Deleting files Delete single fil[...]

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    Playback/Editing 69 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, select 1 M . Select 2 .  Copy to Card . Select 3 Ye s to copy files. Viewing photos View a photo by changing the orientation by gesture or zooming in on part of a photo or view photos as a slid[...]

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    Playback/Editing 70 Playing back Starting a slide show Y ou can apply effects and audio to your slide show . This function does not work for videos or voice memos. In Playback mode, select 1 . Set a slide show effect. 2 Option Description Images : Select photos (up to 2.000) for your slide show . Play Mode : Select whether or not to loop the slide [...]

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    Playback/Editing 71 Playing back Playing a video Y ou can play a video, capture an image from a video, or crop a video. In Playback mode, select a video 1  . Use the following icons to control playback. 2 Icon Description Scan backward. / Pause or resume playback. Stop playback. Scan forward. Adjust volume or mute sound. Option Description Music[...]

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    Playback/Editing 72 Playing back Playing a voice memo Playing a voice memo In Playback mode, select a voice memo 1  . Use the following icons to control playback. 2 Icon Description Scan backward. / Pause or resume playback. Stop playback. Scan forward. Adjust volume or mute sound. T rimming a video during playback Select 1 at the point where yo[...]

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    Playback/Editing 73 Playing back Playing a voice memo added to a photo In Playback mode, select a photo that includes a voice 1 memo  . Use the following icons to control playback. 2 Icon Description / Pause or resume playback. Stop playback. Adjust volume or mute sound. Adding a voice memo to a photo In Playback mode, select a photo 1  M . S[...]

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    Playback/Editing 74 Editing a photo Perform photo editing tasks, such as rotating, resizing, eliminating red-eyes, and adjusting brightness, contrast, or saturation. Edited photos will be saved as new files. t When you edit photos that are t or larger , they will be automatically resized to a lower resolution (except when rotating or resizin[...]

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    Playback/Editing 75 Editing a photo Defining your own RGB tone In Playback mode, select a photo 1    . Select a color (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue). 2 Adjust the amount of the color . 3 Custom RGB Select 4 . Applying photo styles Apply a different color tone to the photo, such as Soft, Vivid, or Forest. Soft Vivid Forest In Play[...]

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    Playback/Editing 76 Editing a photo Applying smart filter effects Apply various filter effects to your photos to create unique images. Miniature Vignetting Fish-eye 1 Fish-eye 2 In Playback mode, select a photo 1  . Select 2  an effect. Miniature Select 3 .[...]

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    Playback/Editing 77 Editing a photo Correcting exposur e problems Adjust ACB (Auto Contrast Balance), brightness, contrast, or saturation. Adjusting brightness/contrast/saturation In Playback mode, select a photo 1  . Select 2  an adjustment option. t : Brightness t : Contrast t : Saturation Select a value to adjust the selected item[...]

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    Playback/Editing 78 Editing a photo Creating a print or der (DPOF) Select photos to be printed and set options, such as number of copies or paper size. The memory card can be taken to a print shop that supports DPOF t (Digital Print Order Format) or you can print photos directly through a DPOF-compatible printer at home. Wide photos may print wi[...]

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    Playback/Editing 79 Editing a photo Set DPOF options. 5 Option Description Select whether to print the photos as thumbnails. (Select to print photos as thumbnails.) Specify the size of the print. Select 6 , or . to set the number of copies. Select 7 . If you specify the print size, you can print photos only with DPOF 1.1-compatible printers.[...]

  • Page 81

    Playback/Editing 80 Viewing files on a TV or HDTV Play back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV using the A/V cable. View photos or play videos using the touch screen on 8 your camera. The touch screen will function as the controller for the TV t screen. Locate the option you want on the TV screen and touch where the option is lo[...]

  • Page 82

    Playback/Editing 81 Viewing files on a TV or HDTV T urn on your camera. 6 The HDTV will be powered on automatically and the camera t screen will be displayed. View files using a remote control of your camera or 7 HDTV . If your HDTV supports the Anynet+(CEC) profile, turn the Anynet+ on in the settings menu (p. 94) to control all connected Sa[...]

  • Page 83

    Playback/Editing 82 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[...]

  • Page 84

    Playback/Editing 83 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. 6 If your camera has no new files, the pop-up window for savi[...]

  • Page 85

    Playback/Editing 84 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[...]

  • Page 86

    Playback/Editing 85 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, select 1 M  . Select 2 . (twice)  PC Software  Of f . Connect the camera to your computer with the[...]

  • Page 87

    Playback/Editing 86 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[...]

  • Page 88

    Playback/Editing 87 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[...]

  • Page 89

    Playback/Editing 88 Printing photos with a photo printer (PictBridge) Print photos with a PictBridge-compatible printer by connecting your camera directly to the printer . Select 5 to print. Select t to set printing options. See “ Configuring print settings ” on page 89. Select an option. 6 Option Description Current Photo Print the current[...]

  • Page 90

    Playback/Editing 89 Printing photos with a photo printer (PictBridge) Option Description Date : Set to print the date. File Name : Set to print the name of the file. Reset : Reset the print options. Some options are not supported by some printers. Select 7 < or > to scroll to a photo to print. Select 8 , or . to set the number of copies and [...]

  • Page 91

    Settings menu …………………………………………… 91 Accessing the settings menu …………………………… 91 Sound settings ………………………………………… 92 Display settings ………………………………………… 92 Camera settings ………………………………………… 93 Error messag[...]

  • Page 92

    Appendixes 91 Settings menu Learn about various options to configure your camera's settings. Select an option and save your settings. 3 1/2 V olume Beep Sound Shutter Sound Start Sound AF Sound Off Low Medium High Select 4 to return to the previous scr een. Accessing the settings menu In Shooting or Playback mode, select 1 M . Select a menu. [...]

  • Page 93

    Appendixes 92 Settings menu Display settings * 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 t *: Display no start image. Logo t : Display a default image stored in the internal memory . User Image t : Disp[...]

  • Page 94

    Appendixes 93 Settings menu Item Description Language Select a language for the display text. Date & Time Set the date and time and select a date format. ( Off *, yyyy/mm/dd , mm/dd/yyyy , dd/mm/yyyy ) Time Zone Select a region and set the daylight-saving time (DST). File No. Specify how to name files. Reset t : Set the file number to star[...]

  • Page 95

    Appendixes 94 Settings menu * Default * Default Item Description HDMI Size Select the resolution of photos when playing back files on an HDTV with the HDMI cable. (NTSC: 1080i *, 720p , 480p /P AL: 1080i *, 720p , 576p ) If the HDTV does not support the selected t resolution, the HDTV automatically selects the next lower resolution. If you sele[...]

  • Page 96

    Appendixes 95 Settings menu Item Description USB Set the function to use via a USB connection with a computer or printer . Computer t *: Connect your camera to a computer for transferring files. Printer t : Connect your camera to a printer for printing files. Select Mode t : Select a USB mode when you connect your camera to another devic[...]

  • Page 97

    Appendixes 96 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 93) Card not supported. The inserted memory card is not available with your [...]

  • Page 98

    Appendixes 97 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 touch screen Use a bl[...]

  • Page 99

    Appendixes 98 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 TM card: Size Super Fine Fine Normal 60 FPS 30 FPS 15 FPS P h o t o s 122 240 353 - - - 142 278 409 - - - 160 312 454 - - - 206 401 588 - - - 211 409 594 - - - 335 637[...]

  • Page 100

    Appendixes 99 Camera maintenance Battery life Average time / Number of photos T est conditions (when the battery is fully charged) Photos Approx. 120 min/ Approx. 240 photos This is measured under the following conditions: in the a mode, 14M resolution, Fine quality , OIS on. 1. Set the flash option to Fill in , take a single shot, and zoom in or [...]

  • Page 101

    Appendixes 100 Camera maintenance Notes about charging the battery If the indicator light is off, make sure that the battery is inserted t correctly . T urn off your camera when charging. t T urn on your camera after charging the batter y for more than 10 t minutes. Using the flash or recording videos depletes the battery quickly . t C[...]

  • Page 102

    Appendixes 101 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[...]

  • Page 103

    Appendixes 102 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 [...]

  • Page 104

    Appendixes 103 Before contacting a service center Situation Suggested remedies The photo is too bright T urn off the flash. (p. t 43) Y our photo is overexposed. Adjust the t exposure value. (p. 53) The photo is too dark Y our photo is underexposed. T urn on the flash. (p. t 43) Adjust the ISO speed. (p. t 44) Adjust the exposure valu[...]

  • Page 105

    Appendixes 104 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. 84) Make sure that the USB cable is t connected correctly . Intelli-studio is not functioning properly End Intelli-studio and re[...]

  • Page 106

    Appendixes 105 Camera specifications Shutter speed Auto t : 1/8 - 1/2,000 sec. Program t : 1 - 1/2,000 sec. Night t : 8 - 1/2,000 sec. Fireworks t : 2 sec. Exposure Control Program AE Metering Multi, Spot, Center -weighted Compensation ±2EV (1/3EV steps) ISO equivalent Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200 Flash Mode Off, Auto, Red[...]

  • Page 107

    Appendixes 106 Camera specifications Playback T ype Single image, Thumbnails, Multi slide show with music and effects, Movie clip, Smart Album* * Smart Album category: T ype, Date, Color , Week, Face, Favorite Edit Resize, Rotate, Photo Style Selector , Image Adjust, Smart Filter , Special Effect, Face Effect Effect Photo Style Selector t : Nor[...]

  • Page 108

    Appendixes 107 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) 103.8 x 58.3 x 19.6 mm W eight 156.9 g (without battery and memory card) Operating temperature 0 - 40˚ C Operating humidity 5 - 85 % Software Intelli-studio Spe[...]

  • Page 109

    Appendixes 108 FCC notice Declaration of Conformity t T rade Name : Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Model No. : Samsung TL240 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 [...]

  • Page 110

    Appendixes 109 F Face detection Blink detection 50 Face detection 48 Self-portrait 49 Smart face recognition 50 Smile shot 49 Facial brightness 31 Facial imperfections 31 Flash Auto 43 Fill in 44 Off 43 Red-eye 44 Red-eye fix 44 Slow sync 44 Focus area Center AF 47 Multi AF 47 One touch shooting 47 Smart T ouch AF 47 D Date and time 93 Deleting ?[...]

  • Page 111

    Appendixes 110 Playback button 16 Playback mode 63 Printing photos 88 Print order 78 Program mode 34 Protecting files 67 Q Quick View 93 R Recording Video 34 V oice memo 37 Recycle bin 69 Red-eye in Playback mode 78 in Shooting mode 43 Reset 93 Resizing 74 Motion recognition in Playback mode 64 in Shooting mode 21 Motion timer 42 Movie mode 34 Mut[...]

  • Page 112

    Appendixes 111 W White balance 56 Z Zooming 24 T Timer 41 T ouching 19 T ransferring files for Mac 87 for Windows 82 V Video Playing 71 Recording 34 Video Out 94 Viewing files as thumbnails 67 on TV 80 Slide show 70 Smart album 66 V oice memo Playing 72 Recording 37 V olume 92 Program 34 Scene 30 Smart Auto 29 Shutter speed 32 Slide show 70 Smart[...]

  • Page 113

    Please refer to the warranty that came with your product or visit our website http://www .samsung.com/ for after-sales service or inquiries.[...]