Samsung ST80 User Manual

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ST80
This user manual includes detailed usage
instructions for your camera. Please read
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Common questions
Quick reference
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Basic functions
Extended functions
Shooting options
Playback/Editing
Wireless network
Settings
Appendixes
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  • Page 1 User Manual ST80 This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly. Click a topic Common questions Quick reference Contents Basic functions Extended functions Shooting options Playback/Editing Wireless network Settings Appendixes Index...
  • Page 2: Health And Safety Information

    Using the flash too close to your subject’s eyes can cause temporary or permanent damage. Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers. Incompatible batteries and chargers can cause serious injuries or damage to your camera.
  • Page 3 Health and safety information Safety precautions Handle and store your camera carefully and sensibly • Do not allow your camera to get wet—liquids can cause serious damage. Do not handle your camera with wet hands. Water damage to your camera can void your manufacturer’s warranty. •...
  • Page 4 Use a new memory card. Do not remove the memory card or turn off your camera while the lamp as blinking, as this may damage your data. Use only Samsung-approved accessories Using incompatible accessories may damage your camera, cause injury, or void your warranty.
  • Page 5 Health and safety information Avoid interference with other electronic devices Your camera emits radio frequency (RF) signals that may interfere with unshielded or improperly shielded electronic equipment, such as pacemakers, hearing aids, medical devices, and other electronic devices in homes or vehicles. Consult the manufacturers of your electronic devices to solve any interference problems you experience.
  • Page 6: Basic Functions

    Copyright information Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. Mac is a registered trademark of the Apple Corporation. ® Wi-Fi , the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo, and the Wi-Fi logo are registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance. Camera specifications or contents of this manual may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of camera functions.
  • Page 7 Indications used in this manual Shooting mode Indication Smart Auto Auto Program Scene Smart Scene Detection Movie 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: Icons used in this manual Icon...
  • Page 8 Expressions used in this manual Pressing the shutter Half-press [ Shutter]: press the shutter halfway down Press [ Shutter]: press the shutter all the way down Half-press [Shutter] Press [Shutter] Subject, background, and composition Subject : the main object of a scene, such as a person, animal, or still life Background : the objects around the subject Composition : the combination of a subject and background...
  • Page 9: Common Questions

    Common questions You can get answers to common questions. Solve problems easily by setting shooting options. The subject's eyes appear red. Photos have dust spots. Photos are blurred. Photos are blurred when shooting at night. Subjects come out too dark because of backlighting.
  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Quick reference Taking photos of people s mode > Beauty Shot, Portrait, Children Red-eye , Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye) Face Detection Taking photos at night or in the dark s mode > Night, Dawn, Fireworks Flash options ISO speed (to adjust the sensitivity to light) Taking action photos Continuous , Motion Capture...
  • Page 11 Contents Basic functions ... 13 Unpacking ... 14 Camera layout ... 15 Inserting the battery and memory card ... 17 Charging the battery and turning your camera on Charging the battery ... 18 Turning on your camera ... 18 Performing the initial setup ...
  • Page 12 Contents Shooting in the dark ... 45 Preventing red-eye ... 45 Using the flash ... 45 Adjusting the ISO speed ... 46 Changing the camera’s focus ... 47 Using macro ... 47 Using auto focus ... 47 Using smart touch focus ... 48 Using one touch shooting ...
  • Page 13 Contents Transferring files to your computer (for Windows) Transferring files using Intelli-studio ... 84 Transferring files by connecting the camera as a removable disk ... 86 Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) ... 87 Transferring files to your computer (for Mac) Printing photos with a photo printer (PictBridge) Wireless network ...
  • Page 14: Basic Functions

    Basic functions Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic functions for shooting. Unpacking ………………………………… 14 Camera layout ……………………………… 15 Inserting the battery and memory card Charging the battery and turning your camera on …………………………………… 18 Charging the battery ………………………… 18 Turning on your camera ………………………...
  • Page 15: Unpacking

    Unpacking Check your product box for the following items. Optional accessories Camera AC adapter/ Rechargeable battery USB cable Camera case A/V cable Strap Touch pen User Manual CD-ROM Memory card Battery charger (microSD The illustrations may differ from your actual items. Quick Start Manual Basic functions...
  • Page 16: Camera Layout

    Camera layout Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera's parts and their functions. POWER button Shutter button Flash Lens Speaker AF lamp/timer lamp Internal antenna* * Avoid contact with the Basic functions internal antenna while using the wireless network. Tripod mount Battery chamber cover Insert a memory card and battery...
  • Page 17 Camera layout Playback button Microphone Touch screen Basic functions Zoom button Zoom in or out Zoom in on part of a photo or view files as thumbnails Status lamp Blinking : When saving a photo or video, being read by a computer or printer, out of focus, connecting to a WLAN, or sending a photo Steady : When connecting to a computer or in focus...
  • Page 18: Inserting The Battery And Memory Card

    Learn to insert the battery and an optional memory card into the camera. Insert a memory card with the gold-colored contacts facing up. Insert the battery with the Samsung logo facing down. Removing the battery and memory card Memory card Battery lock Battery The internal memory can be used as a temporary storage device when the memory card is not inserted.
  • Page 19: Charging The Battery And Turning Your Camera On

    Charging the battery and turning your camera on Charging the battery Before using the camera for the first time, you must charge the battery. Attach the USB cable to the AC adapter, and then plug the end of cable with the indicator light into your camera. Indicator light Red : Charging Green : Fully charged...
  • Page 20: Performing The Initial Setup

    Performing the initial setup When the initial setup screen appears, follow the steps below to configure the camera's basic settings. Select Language. Select a language. Select Time Zone. Select a time zone and select To set the daylight-saving time, select Time Zone London Select...
  • Page 21: Learning Icons

    Learning icons The icons displayed will change according to the mode you select or the options you set. Status icons Icon Description Shooting mode Aperture and shutter speed Photo resolution Video resolution Metering Digital Image Stabilization (DIS) Frame rate Exposure value ISO speed White balance Face detection...
  • Page 22: Using The Touch Screen

    Using the touch screen Learn basic actions to use the touch screen. Use the supplied touch pen to touch or drag on the screen. Do not use other sharp objects, such as pens or pencils, to touch the screen. Doing so may damage the screen. When you touch or drag on the screen, discolorations may occur.
  • Page 23: Selecting A Shooting Mode

    Selecting a shooting mode Learn how to select a shooting mode. Your camera provides you with various modes for shooting. Select the mode icon. Select a mode. Mode Description Smart Auto: Take a photo by letting the camera select a scene mode as it detects. (p. 31) Auto: Take a photo quickly and easily with minimal settings.
  • Page 24: Selecting A Shooting Mode Using Motion Recognition

    Selecting a shooting mode Selecting a shooting mode using motion recognition Your camera features a built-in motion sensor that allows you to quickly switch the shooting mode by tilting the camera. In Shooting mode, tilt the camera while touching and holding Access the Movie mode (p.
  • Page 25: Setting The Touch Screen And Sound

    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 display type for the touch screen In Shooting mode, select (In Playback mode, select Select an option. Full Option Description...
  • Page 26: Taking Photos

    Taking photos Learn basic actions to take photos easily and quickly in Auto mode. a mode (Auto), Make sure that the camera is in the camera’s default shooting mode. If not, select the mode icon Align your subject in the frame. Half-press [ Shutter] to focus.
  • Page 27: Zooming

    Taking photos Zooming You can shoot close-up photos by adjusting the zoom. Your 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.
  • Page 28: Reducing Camera Shake (Dis)

    Taking photos Reducing camera shake (DIS) Reduce camera shake digitally in Shooting mode. Before correction After correction > In Shooting mode, select Select an option. Option Description Off: Deactivate the DIS function. On: Activate the DIS function. DIS may not function properly when: you move your camera to follow a moving subject you use digital zoom there is too much camera shake...
  • Page 29: Set Iso Speed Options. (P

    Tips for getting a clearer photo Holding your camera correctly 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 Reducing camera shake Make sure nothing is blocking the lens.
  • Page 30 Preventing your subject from 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...
  • Page 31: Extended Functions

    Extended functions Learn how to take a photo by selecting a mode and how to record a video or voice memo. Shooting modes ………………………………………… 31 Using the Smart Auto mode …………………………… Using the Scene mode ………………………………… Using the Beauty Shot mode …………………………… Using the frame guide …………………………………...
  • Page 32: Shooting Modes

    Shooting modes Take photos or record videos by selecting the best shooting mode for the conditions. Using the Smart Auto mode In this mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings based on a detected type of scene. The mode is helpful if you are not familiar with the camera settings for various scenes.
  • Page 33: Using The Scene Mode

    Shooting modes Half-press [ Shutter] to focus. Press [ Shutter] to take the photo. If the camera does not recognize a proper scene mode, S will not change and the default settings will be used. Even if there is a face detected, the camera may not select a portrait mode depending on the subject's position or lighting.
  • Page 34: Using The Beauty Shot Mode

    Shooting modes Using the Beauty Shot mode Take a photo of a person with options to hide facial imperfections. In Shooting mode, select To make the subject's skin tone appear lighter (face only), select f an option. Select a higher setting to make skin tone appear lighter. Level 2 To hide facial imperfections, select Select a higher setting to hide a greater number of...
  • Page 35: Using The Frame Guide

    Shooting modes Using the frame guide When you want another person to take a photo of you, you can compose the scene with the frame guide feature. The frame guide will help the other person take a photo of you by showing the part of the pre-composed scene.
  • Page 36: Using The Program Mode

    Shooting modes Select Shutter Speed. Shutter Aperture Speed Select a value to adjust the shutter speed and select Align your subject in the frame and half-press [ to focus. Press [ Shutter] to take the photo. Use a tripod to prevent your photos from blurring. Using the Program mode Set various options (except for shutter speed and aperture value) in Program mode.
  • Page 37: Recording A Video

    Shooting modes Recording a video Record videos of up to 20 minutes in length in high definition. The recorded video is saved as an MP4 (H.264) file. H.264 (MPEG-4 part10/AVC) is a high-compression video format established by international standard organizations ISO/IEC and ITU-T. The zoom sound may be recorded if you use the zoom while recording a video.
  • Page 38: Using The Smart Scene Detection Mode

    Shooting modes To pause recording 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 Stop: Shutter Using the Smart Scene Detection mode In this mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings based on a detected type of scene.
  • Page 39 Shooting modes Press [ Shutter] to start recording. Press [ Shutter] again to stop recording. 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, lighting and distance to the subject.
  • Page 40: Recording Voice Memos

    Recording voice memos Learn how to record a voice memo that you can play back at any time. You can add a voice memo to a photo as a short reminder of shooting conditions. You will get the best sound quality when recording 40 cm away from the camera. Recording a voice memo In Shooting mode, select (In some modes, select f...
  • Page 41: Shooting Options

    Shooting options Learn about the options you can set in Shooting mode. Selecting a resolution and quality ………… 41 Selecting a resolution ………………………… 41 Selecting image quality ……………………… 42 Using the timer ……………………………… 43 Shooting in the dark ……………………… 45 Preventing red-eye ……………………………...
  • Page 42: Selecting A Resolution And Quality

    Selecting a resolution and quality Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings. Selecting a resolution S a p s D v As you increase the resolution, your photo or video will include more pixels, so it can be printed on larger paper or displayed on a larger screen.
  • Page 43: Selecting Image Quality

    Selecting a resolution and quality When recording a video: D and v modes, select f Select an option. 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.
  • Page 44: Using The Timer

    Using the timer S a p s D v Learn how to set the timer to delay shooting. In Shooting mode, select Select an option. Option Description Off: The timer is not active. 10 Sec: Take a photo in 10 seconds. 2 Sec: Take a photo in 2 seconds.
  • Page 45 Using the timer Using the motion timer In Shooting mode, select Press [ Shutter]. Stand within 3 m from the camera within 6 seconds after pressing [Shutter]. Make a motion, such as waving your arms, to activate the timer. The AF lamp/timer lamp will start to blink rapidly when the camera detects you.
  • Page 46: Shooting In The Dark

    Shooting in the dark Learn how to take photos at night or in low light conditions. Preventing red-eye If the flash fires when you take a photo of a person in the dark, a red glow may appear in the eyes. To prevent this, select Red-eye or Red-eye Fix.
  • Page 47: Adjusting The Iso Speed

    Shooting in the dark Option Description Red-eye*: The flash fires when the subject or background is dark. The camera reduces red-eyes. Fill in: The flash always fires. Light intensity is adjusted automatically. Slow Sync: The flash fires and the shutter stays open longer. Select this when you want to capture ambient light to reveal more details in the background.
  • Page 48: Changing The Camera's Focus

    Changing the camera’s focus Learn how to adjust the camera's focus according to your subjects. Using macro p D v Use macro to take close-up photos of subjects, such as flowers or insects. Refer to macro options in “Using auto focus.” Try to hold the camera very still to prevent blurry photos.
  • Page 49: Using Smart Touch Focus

    Changing the camera’s focus Using smart touch focus a p s Smart Touch AF allows you to track and auto focus on your subject, even when you are moving. In Shooting mode, select Touch the subject you want to track in the touch area (indicated by a frame).
  • Page 50: Using One Touch Shooting

    Changing the camera’s focus Using one touch shooting You can focus on your subject and take a photo with a touch of your finger. In Shooting mode, select Touch a subject to focus. Touch and hold the subject to take the photo. Touch and hold until the level indicator fills up.
  • Page 51: Using Face Detection

    Using face detection If you use face detection options, your camera can automatically detect a human face. When you focus on a human face, the camera adjusts the exposure automatically. Take photos quickly and easily by using Blink Detection to detect closed eyes or Smile Shot to capture a smiling face.
  • Page 52: Taking A Self Portrait Shot

    Using face detection Taking a self portrait shot Take photos of yourself. The focus distance will be set to close- up and your camera will emit a beep. In Shooting mode, select When you hear a quick beep, press [ To turn the beep on or off, select Self-Portrait in the sound settings.
  • Page 53: Detecting Eye Blinking

    Using face detection Detecting eye blinking If your camera detects closed eyes, it will automatically take 2 photos in succession. In Shooting mode, select f Hold your camera still while “ Capturing” is displayed on the screen. When blink detection fails, “ Picture taken with eyes closed.” message appears.
  • Page 54: Registering Faces As Your Favorites (My Star)

    Using face detection Registering faces as your favorites (My Star) You 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 Align your subject’s face with the oval guideline and press [Shutter] to register the face.
  • Page 55: Adjusting Brightness And Color

    Adjusting brightness and color Learn how to adjust the brightness and color for better image quality. 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.
  • Page 56: Compensating For Backlighting (Acb)

    Adjusting brightness and color 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 Contrast Balance (ACB) option.
  • Page 57: Metering

    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, select (In p mode, select f >...
  • Page 58: Selecting A Light Source (White Balance)

    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 Tungsten.
  • Page 59 Adjusting brightness and color Defining your own white balance You 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.
  • Page 60: Continuous , Motion Capture

    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. > In Shooting mode, select Select an option. Single Option The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.
  • Page 61: Improving Your Photos

    Improving your photos Learn how to improve your photos by applying photo styles, colors, or smart filter effects, or make some adjustments. Applying photo styles a p v Apply various styles to your photos, such as Soft, Vivid, or Forest. Soft Vivid Forest...
  • Page 62: Applying Smart Filter Effects

    Improving your photos Applying smart filter effects Apply various filter effects to your photos to create unique images. Miniature Vignetting Fish-eye 1 Fish-eye 2 a p v In Shooting mode, select (In p mode, select f Select an effect. Option Shooting options >...
  • Page 63: Adjusting Your Photos

    Improving your photos If you select Miniature when recording a video, the miniature recording time is displayed with the real recording time. If you select Miniature when recording a video, the sound will not be recorded. When you apply a smart filter effect while recording a video, the recording speed will be set to and the recording resolution will be set to less than...
  • Page 64 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 0 if you do not want to apply any effects (suitable for printing). If you use this function, you cannot set the face recognition, photo style and smart filter options.
  • Page 65: Playback/Editing

    Playback/Editing Learn how to play back photos, videos, or voice memos and edit photos or videos. Also, learn how to connect your camera to your computer, photo printer or TV. Playing back ………………………………… 65 Starting Playback mode ……………………… 65 Playing a video ……………………………… 73 Playing a voice memo ………………………...
  • Page 66: Playing Back

    Playing back Learn actions to play back photos, videos, or voice memos, and managing files. Starting Playback mode View photos or play videos and voice memos stored in your camera. Press [ Playback]. The most recent file you have taken or recorded will be displayed.
  • Page 67 Playing back Viewing files using motion recognition You 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 or 180 the camera will automatically change the orientation of the displayed photo according to the camera direction.
  • Page 68 Playing back Start a slide show (p. 72) Motion recognition may not work well if you hold the camera parallel to the ground, as shown below. Display in Playback mode Icon Description Photo includes a voice memo Video file Print order has been set (DPOF) Protected file Photo includes a registered face;...
  • Page 69 Playing back Icon Description Select a display type (p. 24) Select a menu using motion recognition (p. 66) Use network menus (p. 91) Playback and settings menus Playback time of videos or voice memos Play videos or voice memos (Video p. 73/Voice memo p. 74) Ranking your favorite faces You can change the ranking of your favorite faces or delete them.
  • Page 70: Smart Album

    Playing back Viewing files by category in Smart Album View and manage files by categories, such as date, file type, or week. In Playback mode, select You can also access Smart Album by rotating [ Zoom] left. Select a category. Type Date Color...
  • Page 71 Playing back To view files in 3D view In Playback mode, select Drag files left or right to scroll through files. Drag files left or right to move them more quickly. The farther you drag an icon across the screen, the more files you will scroll through at a time.
  • Page 72 Playing back Protecting files Protect your files from accidental deletion. To select and protect files, In Playback mode, select Select Protect Select. Select files you want to protect. Select to select all files. Select to cancel your selection. Select To protect all files, In Playback mode, select Select Protect...
  • Page 73 Playing back Copying files to the memory card You can copy files from the internal memory to a memory card. In Playback mode, select Select Copy to Card. Select Yes to copy files. Enlarging a photo In Playback mode, rotate [Zoom] right to enlarge a photo (rotate [Zoom] left to reduce a photo).
  • Page 74: Playing A Video

    Playing back Option Description Play Mode: Select whether or not to loop the slide show. Interval: Set the interval between photos. This will be available when you set Effect to When used with an effect option than interval will be set to 1 sec. Music: Select background audio.
  • Page 75: Playing A Voice Memo

    Playing back Trimming a video during playback Select at the point where you want the new video to begin and select Select to resume playback. Select at the point where you want the new video to end. Select Select Yes. The original video should be at least 10 seconds long.
  • Page 76 Playing back Adding a voice memo to a photo In Playback mode, select a photo Select Voice Memo Press [ Shutter] to record a short voice memo (10 seconds maximum). Press [ Shutter] to stop recording a voice memo. Playing a voice memo added to a photo In Playback mode, select a photo that includes a voice memo Use the following icons to control playback.
  • Page 77: Editing A Photo

    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. When you edit photos that are or larger, they will be automatically resized to a lower resolution (except when rotating or resizing photos). Rotating a photo In Playback mode, select a photo Select...
  • Page 78: Using Smart Crop

    Editing a photo Using Smart crop Select part of a photo to enlarge and save the photo as a new file. In Playback mode, select a photo Select Select 4 points on the touch screen to select an area. Select The photo is saved as a new file.
  • Page 79: Applying Smart Filter Effects

    Editing a photo Defining your own RGB tone In Playback mode, select a photo Select a color (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue). Adjust the amount of the color. Custom RGB Select 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.
  • Page 80: Applying A Special Effect

    Editing a photo In Playback mode, select a photo Select an effect. Miniature Select Applying a special effect Apply special effects to the photo, such as color filters or noise effects. The edited photo will be saved as a new file but it could be resized to a lower resolution.
  • Page 81: Adjusting Photo

    Editing a photo Adjusting photo Remove red-eyes or adjust brightness, contrast and saturation. The edited files are saved as new files but the size may be reduced. Adjusting brightness/contrast/saturation In Playback mode, select a photo Select an adjustment option. : Brightness : Contrast : Saturation Select a value to adjust the selected item.
  • Page 82 Editing a photo Select photos to print. Select to select all files. Select to cancel your selection. Select DPOF options. Option Description Select whether to print the photos as thumbnails. (Select to print photos as thumbnails.) Specify the size of the print. , or .
  • Page 83: Viewing Files On A Tv

    Viewing files on a TV Play back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV using the A/V cable. In Shooting or Playback mode, select . (twice) Select Video Out. Select a video signal output according to your country or region.
  • Page 84: Computer

    Transferring files to your computer (for Windows) Transfer files to your computer using the built-in Intelli-studio program. You can also edit files or upload files to your favorite websites. Requirements for Intelli-studio Item Requirements Intel Pentium 4, 3.2 GHz or higher/ AMD Athlon FX 2.6 GHz or higher Minimum 512 MB RAM...
  • Page 85: Transferring Files Using Intelli-Studio

    Transferring files to your computer (for Windows) Transferring 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.
  • Page 86 Transferring 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. You can also upload files to websites, such as Flickr or YouTube. For details, select Help Help in the program. If you install Intelli-studio on your computer, the program will launch more quickly.
  • Page 87: Transferring Files By Connecting The Camera As A Removable Disk

    Transferring files to your computer (for Windows) Icon Description Open menus Display files in the selected folder Change to the Photo edit mode Change to the Video edit mode Change to the Sharing mode (You can send files by email or upload files to websites, such as Flickr or YouTube.) Enlarge or reduce the thumbnails in the list Select a file type...
  • Page 88: Disconnecting The Camera (For Windows Xp)

    Transferring files to your computer (for Windows) Turn on the camera. The computer recognizes the camera automatically. If you set the USB option to Select Mode, select Computer from the pop-up window. On your computer, select My computer Disk DCIM 100PHOTO.
  • Page 89: Transferring Files To Your Computer (For Mac)

    Transferring files to your computer (for Mac) When you connect the camera to a Macintosh computer, the computer will recognize the device automatically. You can transfer files directly from the camera to the computer without installing any programs. Mac OS 10.4 or later is supported. Connect your camera to a Macintosh computer with the USB cable.
  • Page 90: Printing Photos With A Photo Printer (Pictbridge)

    Printing photos with a photo printer (PictBridge) Print photos with a PictBridge-compatible printer by connecting your camera directly to the printer. In Shooting or Playback mode, select . (twice) Select Printer. Turn off the camera. With the printer on, connect your camera to the printer with the USB cable.
  • Page 91 Printing photos with a photo printer (PictBridge) < or > to scroll to a photo to print. Select , or . to set the number of copies and select Select If you selected to print the photos you want, repeat steps 7-8 for all photos to print.
  • Page 92: Wireless Network

    Wireless network Learn to use several functions that use wireless local area networks (WLANs) feature. Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings ……………………………… 92 Connecting to a WLAN automatically ………… 92 Setting network options ……………………… 93 Setting IP manually …………………………… 93 Network connection tips ………………………...
  • Page 93: Connecting To A Wlan And Configuring Network Settings

    Access Point Setting. The camera will search for and display available AP devices. Select an AP device. AP Setting AIA-2 Samsung 1 Samsung 2 Samsung 3 Icon If the selected AP is not secured, the camera will connect to the WLAN.
  • Page 94: Setting Network Options

    Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings Setting network options In Shooting or Playback mode, select Network Setting. Select Access Point Setting. The camera will search for and display available AP devices. Select next to the AP you want to set. Select network options.
  • Page 95: Network Connection Tips

    Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings Network connection tips The quality of the network connection will be determined by the AP. The further the distance between your camera and the AP, the longer will take to connect to the network. If a nearby device is using the same radio frequency signal as your camera, it may interrupt your connection.
  • Page 96: Storing Your Information

    In Shooting or Playback mode, select Network Setting. Select Email Address. Email Address Book Samsung Icon * The icons will appear after you store an email address. Wireless network Description Display the email addresses you used recently.
  • Page 97: Setting The File Size To Share

    Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings Select Enter a name and email address. When you are finished, select Setting the file size to share Set the file size you will share with other allshare-enabled devices. You can select either the original size or In Shooting or Playback mode, select Network Setting.
  • Page 98: Checking Information

    Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings Checking information Check the Mac address and serial number of your camera to register it with the Samsung website. In Shooting or Playback mode, select Network Setting. Select Device Information. Entering text To enter text when storing your information or email addresses, select the appropriate letters, symbols, and numbers.
  • Page 99: Using Photo Or Video Sharing Websites

    Using photo or video sharing websites Upload your photos or videos to file sharing websites (available websites will be displayed on your camera). Accessing a website In Shooting or Playback mode, select The camera automatically connects to the WLAN via the last connected AP device.
  • Page 100: Uploading Photos Or Videos

    Using photo or video sharing websites Uploading photos or videos Select < or > to scroll through files. Select Drag photos or videos to the selection area or select photos or videos, and select Date Select Date to categorize the files. (p. 69) Enter an album tittle, and then select The maximum photo resolution you can upload is video you can upload is 30 seconds at 320 X 240 resolution or the...
  • Page 101: Sending Photos Via Email

    If the camera has not connected to the WLAN, it automatically searches for available AP devices. (p. 92) Enter email addresses for the sender and receiver. Sender/ Receiver Samsung Samsung 1 Icon Description Enter or modify the email address of the sender. Retrieve the stored email addresses.
  • Page 102: Viewing Photos Or Videos On The Allshare Devices

    Viewing photos or videos on the allshare devices allshare is an international technology standard for sharing media files between networked devices in your home. With this technology, you can view your photos or videos on a widescreen TV or another device. You cannot send or receive voice memos. Viewing photos or videos on a TV screen View your photos or videos on a TV that supports the allshare function.
  • Page 103: Viewing Photos Or Videos On Another Device (Renderer)

    Viewing photos or videos on the allshare devices On a TV screen, you can view only photos or videos captured with your camera. The range of the wireless connection between your camera and a TV may vary depending on the specifications of the AP. If the camera is connected to 2 TVs, playback may be slowed.
  • Page 104 Viewing photos or videos on the allshare devices When searching for allshare-enabled devices in the area, the camera may not list all available devices. If you power off the device abnormally while viewing photos or videos on a device, the camera considers the device to still be connected. The photos will be shared according to the size you set.
  • Page 105: Sending Or Receiving Photos Or Videos With A Camera

    Sending or receiving photos or videos with a camera Learn to send or receive photos or videos to or from camera of the same model. You cannot send or receive voice memos. Sending photos or videos to another camera In Shooting or Playback mode, select Camera to Camera .
  • Page 106 Sending or receiving photos or videos with a camera This feature uses an ad hoc wireless network. If you most recently used your camera to receive files, you must end the connection and reassign your camera as sender to send files. The range of the wireless connection between two cameras may vary, depending on the conditions of the wireless ad-hoc network.
  • Page 107: Settings

    Settings Refer to options to configure your camera’s settings. Settings menu ………………………………………… 107 Accessing the settings menu …………………………… 107 Sound settings ………………………………………… 108 Display settings ………………………………………… 108 Camera settings ………………………………………… 109...
  • Page 108: Settings Menu

    Settings menu Learn about various options to configure your camera’s settings. Accessing the settings menu In Shooting or Playback mode, select Select a menu. Volume : Medium Beep Sound : On Shutter Sound Start Sound : Off AF Sound : On Icon Description Sound settings: Set various camera sounds and...
  • Page 109: Sound Settings

    Settings menu Sound settings Item Description Adjust the volume of any sound. Volume (Off, Low, Medium*, High) Select a sound to be emitted when touching on Beep Sound the screen or switching modes. (Off, On*) Select a sound to be emitted when pressing the Shutter Sound shutter button.
  • Page 110: Camera Settings

    Settings menu Item Description Adjust the brightness of the screen. Display (Auto*, Dark, Normal, Bright) Brightness Normal is fixed in Playback mode even if Auto is selected. Set the duration for reviewing a captured image Quick View before returning to Shooting mode. (Off, 0.5 sec*, 1 sec, 3 sec) If you perform no operations for 30 seconds, the camera automatically switches to Power save mode...
  • Page 111 Settings menu Item Description Specify how to name files. Reset : Set the file number to start from 0001 when inserting a new memory card, formatting a memory card, or deleting all files. Series *: Set the file number to follow the previous file number when inserting a new memory card, formatting a memory card, or deleting all files.
  • Page 112 Settings menu Item Description Set the video signal output according to your region. NTSC *: USA, Canada, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Mexico PAL (supports only BDGHI): Australia, Austria, Video Out Belgium, China, Denmark, England, Finland, Germany, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand Set the function to use via a USB connection with a computer or printer.
  • Page 113: Appendixes

    Appendixes Refer to error messages, specifications, and maintenance tips. Error messages ……………………………………… 113 Camera maintenance ………………………………… 114 Cleaning your camera ………………………………… 114 About memory cards …………………………………… 115 About the battery ……………………………………… 116 Before contacting a service center ………………… 119 Camera specifications ………………………………...
  • Page 114: Error Messages

    Error messages When the following error messages appear, try these remedies. Error message Suggested remedies Turn off your camera and then turn it on again. Card Error Remove your memory card and insert it again. Format your memory card. The inserted memory card is not available with your camera.
  • Page 115: Camera Maintenance

    Camera maintenance Cleaning your camera Camera lens and touch screen Use a blower brush to remove dust and wipe the lens gently with a soft cloth. If any dust remains, apply lens cleaning liquid to a piece of cleaning paper and wipe gently. Camera body Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth.
  • Page 116: About Memory Cards

    Camera maintenance About memory cards Memory cards you can use You can use microSD (Secure Digital) or microSDHC Digital High Capacity) memory cards. Memory card capacity The memory capacity may differ depending on shooting scenes or shooting conditions. These capacities are based on a 1 GB microSD card: (Secure...
  • Page 117: About The Battery

    Record videos at 1280 X 720 HQ Videos Approx. 80 min resolution and 30 fps. The figures above are measured by Samsung’s standards and may differ depending on actual usage. Several videos were recorded in succession to determine the total recording time.
  • Page 118 Camera maintenance Notes about charging the battery If the indicator light is off, make sure that the battery is inserted correctly. Do not use your camera when charging. Turn off the camera before charging the battery. Turn on your camera after charging the battery for more than 10 minutes.
  • Page 119 Camera maintenance Personal injury or death can occur if the battery is handled carelessly or improperly. For your safety, follow these instructions for proper battery handling: The battery can ignite or explode if not handled properly. If you notice any deformities, cracks, or other abnormalities in the battery, immediately discontinue use of the battery and contact your manufacturer.
  • Page 120: Troubleshooting

    Before contacting a service center If you are having trouble with your camera, try these troubleshooting procedures before contacting a service center. If you have attempted the troubleshooting solution and are still having problems with your device, contact your local dealer or service center. Suggested remedies Situation Make sure that the battery is inserted.
  • Page 121 Before contacting a service center Suggested remedies Situation The touch screen or Remove the battery and insert it again. buttons do not work If you use your camera at very low temperatures, it may cause the camera The camera screen screen to malfunction or discolor.
  • Page 122 Before contacting a service center Suggested remedies Situation Make sure that the USB cable is connected correctly. Your computer does Make sure that your camera is switched not recognize your camera Make sure that you are using a supported operating system. The file transmission may be interrupted by Your computer disconnects the camera...
  • Page 123: Digital Image Stabilization (Dis)

    1/2.3" (Approx. 7.76 mm) CCD Effective pixels Approx. 14.2 mega-pixels Total pixels Approx. 14.5 mega-pixels Lens Samsung lens f = 6.3 - 18.9 mm Focal length (35 mm film equivalent: 35 - 105 mm) F-stop range F3.0 (W) - F5.6 (T) Digital zoom Still image mode: 1.0X - 3.0X...
  • Page 124 Camera specifications Effect Photo Style Selector : Normal, Soft, Vivid, Forest, Retro, Cool, Calm, Classic, Negative, Custom RGB Shooting mode Smart Filter : Normal, Miniature, Vignetting, Fish-eye 1, Fish-eye 2, Sketch, Defog Image Adjust : Sharpness, Contrast, Saturation White Balance Auto WB, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent_H, Fluorescent_L, Tungsten, Custom Set Date Imprinting...
  • Page 125 File format Movie Clip : MP4 (Video: MPEG4.AVC/H.264, Audio: AAC) Audio file : WAV For 1GB microSD Image size These figures are measured under Samsung’s standard conditions and may vary depending on card shooting conditions and camera settings. card Wireless network Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11 b/g), allshare...
  • Page 126 Camera specifications Interface Digital output USB 2.0 connector Audio output Mono (Internal speaker), Mono (Microphone) Video output A/V: NTSC, PAL (selectable) DC power input 20 pin, 4.2V connector Power source Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery (BP-70A, 740 mAh) battery The power source may differ depending on your region. Dimensions (W x H x D) 92 x 55.4 x 18.5 mm Weight...
  • Page 127: Fcc Notice

    Declaration of Conformity Trade Name : Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Model No. : Samsung ST80 Responsible Party : Samsung Electronics America, Inc.
  • Page 128 This product and its electronic accessories should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal. PlanetFirst represents Samsung Electronics' commitment to the sustainable development and social responsibility through eco-driven business and management activities.
  • Page 129 Caution: Any changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void user’s authority to operate the equipment. IC: 649E-ST80 Numéro d’agrément: Complies with MR5667 ANRT 2010 IDA Standards Date d’agrément:...
  • Page 130: Declaration Of Conformity

    Model(s) : SAMSUNG ST80 Manufactured at: Manufacturer: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD. 416, Maetan-3dong, Yeongtong-gu, Suwon-City, Gyeonggi-do, 443-742, Korea Factory: TianJin Samsung Opto-Electronics Co., Ltd. No.9 ZhangHeng Street, Micro-Electronic Industrial Park, JinGang Road, Tianjin, China. 300385 (Factories name and address) Declaration & Applicable standards We hereby declare, that the product above is in compliance with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive (1999/5/...
  • Page 131: Index

    Index Battery in Playback mode 80 Charging 117 in Shooting mode 55 Life 116 Specifications 116 Adjusting Beauty Shot mode 33 Brightness 80 Contrast Blink detection 52 in Playback mode 80 in Shooting mode 63 Burst Saturation Auto Exposure Bracket in Playback mode 80 (AEB) 59 in Shooting mode 63...
  • Page 132 Index Focus area Center AF 49 Icons 20 Multi AF 49 Imprint 110 One touch shooting 49 Smart Touch AF 49 Intelli-studio 85 Focus distance ISO speed 46 Auto macro 47 Macro 47 Format 109 Light source Frame guide 34 (White balance) 57 Frame rate 36 Long time shutter 34...
  • Page 133 Index Resolution Shutter speed 34 Photo 41 Slide show 72 Video 42 Smart Album 69 RGB tone Smart Auto mode 31 in Playback mode 78 in Shooting mode 60 Smart crop 77 Rotating 76 Smart face recognition 52 Smart filter effect in Playback mode 78 in Shooting mode 61 Scene mode 32...
  • Page 134 Please refer to the warranty that came with your product or visit our website http://www.samsungimaging.com/ or http://www.samsung.com/ for after-sales service or inquiries.

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