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  • Page 13 This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly. Ä Click a topic Common questions Quick reference User Manual Contents PL90/PL91 Basic functions Extended functions Shooting options Playback/Editing Appendixes Index...

  • Page 14: Health And Safety Information

    Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care Note—notes, usage tips, or additional information Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers. Incompatible batteries and chargers can cause serious injuries or damage to your camera. Never dispose of batteries in a fire. Follow all local regulations Safety warnings when disposing of used batteries.
  • Page 15 Health and safety information Safety precautions Do not insert foreign objects into any of your camera’s compartments, slots, or access points. Damage due to improper use may not be covered by your warranty. Handle and store your camera carefully and sensibly Do not swing your camera by the strap.
  • Page 16 Use batteries only for their intended purpose. Never use a damaged charger, battery, or memory card. Exercise caution when using the camera in humid Use only Samsung-approved accessories environments Using incompatible accessories may damage your camera, When you transfer the camera from a cold environment to a warm cause injury, or void your warranty.
  • Page 17 Organization of the user manual Basic functions Copyright information Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are functions for shooting. registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. Mac is a registered trademark of the Apple Corporation. Extended functions Learn how to take a photo by selecting a mode and how to record a video or voice memo.

  • Page 18: Indications Used In This Manual

    Indications used in this manual Icons used in this manual Shooting mode Indication Icon Function Additional information Smart Auto Safety warnings and precautions Program Camera buttons; for example: [Shutter] represents the shutter button. Page number of related information Scene The order of options or menus you must select to Movie perform a step.
  • Page 19 Expressions used in this manual Pressing the shutter Exposure (Brightness) Half-press [Shutter]: Press the shutter halfway down The amount of light that enters your camera determines the exposure. You can alter the exposure with shutter speed, Press [Shutter]: Press the shutter all the way down aperture value, and ISO speed.

  • Page 20: Common Questions

    Common questions You can get answers to common questions. Solve problems easily by setting shooting options. The subject's eyes This is caused by a reflection from the camera flash. appear red. Set the flash option to Red-eye or Red-eye Fix. (p. 39) If the photo has already been taken, select Red-eye Fix in the edit menu.

  • Page 21: Quick Reference

    Quick reference Taking photos of people Adjusting the exposure (brightness) Viewing files by category in Smart Album EV (to adjust exposure) mode > Beauty Shot Deleting all files on the ACB (to compensate for subjects against bright memory card mode > Portrait backgrounds) Viewing files as a slide Red-eye, Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye)

  • Page 22: Table Of Contents

    Contents Adding a voice memo to a photo .......... 34 Basic functions ............... 11 Unpacking ................. 12 Shooting options ............35 Camera layout ..............13 Selecting a resolution and quality ........36 Inserting the battery and memory card ......15 Selecting a resolution ............
  • Page 23 Contents Adjusting your photos ............52 Error messages ..............80 Camera maintenance ............81 Playback/Editing ............. 53 Cleaning your camera ............81 Playing back ..............54 About memory cards ............82 Starting Playback mode ............54 About the battery ..............83 Viewing photos ..............

  • Page 24: Basic Functions

    Basic functions Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic functions for shooting. Unpacking ……………………………………………… 12 Camera layout …………………………………………… 13 Inserting the battery and memory card ……………… 15 Charging the battery and turning your camera on …… 16 Charging the battery …………………………………… Turning on your camera …………………………………...

  • Page 25: Unpacking

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

  • Page 26: Camera Layout

    Camera layout Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera's parts and their functions. Zoom button Zoom in or out in Shooting mode. Zoom in on part of a photo or view files as thumbnails in Playback mode. Adjust volume in Playback mode. Shutter button POWER button Smart button...
  • Page 27 Camera layout Status lamp A/V port Blinking: When the camera is Accepts A/V cable saving a photo or video, being read by a computer or printer, or out of focus Steady: When the camera is connecting to a computer or in focus Main display Attaching the strap...

  • Page 28: Inserting The Battery And Memory Card

    Battery Insert the battery with the Samsung logo facing down. You can use the internal memory can be used as a temporary storage device when the memory card is not inserted. Insert a memory card in the correct direction. Inserting a memory card in the wrong direction may damage your camera and memory card.

  • Page 29: Charging The Battery And Turning Your Camera On

    Charging the battery and turning your camera on Charging using the USB extension cable Charging the battery Before using the camera for the first time, you must charge the Insert the USB extension cable into the built-in USB plug, and battery.

  • Page 30: Turning On Your Camera

    Charging the battery and turning your camera on Charging using the power adapter Turning on your camera Press [POWER] to turn your camera on or off. Insert the USB extension cable into the built-in USB plug of the camera. And put the other end of the cable in the power adapter, and then plug it into an outlet.

  • Page 31: Learning Icons

    Learning icons The icons displayed will change according to the mode you select or the options you set. C. Icons on the left Icon Description Icon Description Auto focus frame Aperture and shutter speed Camera shake Long time shutter Zoom ratio Exposure value Current date and time White balance...

  • Page 32: Selecting Options

    Selecting options You can select options by pressing [ ], and then using the navigation buttons ([ ], [ ], [ ], [ You can also access shooting options by pressing [ ], but some options are not available. Going back to the previous menu In Shooting mode, press [ Press [ ] again to go back to the previous menu.
  • Page 33 Selecting options Example: Selecting a White Balance option in the P mode Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll to White Balance, and then press [ ] or [ In Shooting mode, press [ Photo Size Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll to Program, and then Quality press [ Smart Auto...

  • Page 34: Setting The Display And Sound

    Setting the display and sound Learn how to change the basic display and sound settings. Changing the display type Setting the sound Select a display type for Shooting or Playback mode. Each type Set whether your camera emits a specified sound when you displays different shooting or playback information.

  • Page 35: Taking Photos

    Taking photos Learn how to take photos easily and quickly in the Program mode. In Shooting mode, press [ Half-press [Shutter] to focus. A green frame means the subject in focus. Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll to Program, and then press [ Smart Auto Program...

  • Page 36: Zooming

    Taking photos Zooming Digital zoom If the zoom indicator is in the digital range, your camera is using You can shoot close-up photos by adjusting the zoom. Your the digital zoom. The picture quality may deteriorate when you camera has a 4X optical zoom and 5X digital zoom. By using use the digital zoom.

  • Page 37: Tips For Getting A Clearer Photo

    Tips for getting a clearer photo Reducing camera shake Holding your camera correctly Make sure nothing is Select the mode to reduce camera shake blocking the lens. both optically and digitally. (p. 31) When is displayed Half-pressing the shutter button Half-press [Shutter] and adjust the focus.

  • Page 38: Turn On The Flash. (P

    Preventing your subject from being out of focus When you take photos in low light It may be difficult to get your subject in focus when: there is little contrast between the subject and background Turn on the flash. (When your subject is wearing clothing that is similar in color to the (p.

  • Page 39: 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 ………………………………………… 27 Using the Smart Auto mode …………………………… Using the Scene mode ………………………………… Using the Beauty Shot mode …………………………… Using the frame guide …………………………………...

  • Page 40: Shooting Modes

    Shooting modes Take photos or record videos by selecting the best shooting mode for the conditions. Using the Smart Auto mode Icon Description In this mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate Appears when taking photos of landscapes at night. camera settings based on the type of scene it defects.

  • Page 41: Using The Scene Mode

    Shooting modes Half-press [Shutter] to focus. Using the Scene mode Take a photo with options preset for a specific scene. Press [Shutter] to take the photo. In Shooting mode, press [ If the camera does not recognize a proper scene mode, appears and the camera uses default settings.

  • Page 42: Using The Beauty Shot Mode

    Shooting modes Using the Beauty Shot mode Select Shooting Face Retouch an option. Select a higher setting to hide a greater number of Take a photo of a person with options to hide facial imperfections. imperfections. In Shooting mode, press [ Select Scene Beauty Shot.

  • Page 43: Using The Frame Guide

    Shooting modes Using the frame guide Using the Night mode When you want another person to take a photo of you, you can Use the Night mode to take a photo with options preset for compose the scene with the frame guide feature. The frame shooting at night.

  • Page 44: Using The Dis Mode

    Shooting modes Select the aperture value or shutter speed. Using the DIS mode Reduce camera shake and prevent blurred photos with Digital Aperture value Auto Image Stabilization functions. Auto Shutter speed Aperture Back Move Before correction After correction Select an option. If you select Auto, the camera adjusts the aperture value or In Shooting mode, press [ shutter speed automatically.

  • Page 45: Using The Program Mode

    Shooting modes Using the Program mode Recording a video In the Program mode, you can set various options except Record videos of up to 2 hours in length. the shutter speed and aperture value, which the camera sets The recorded video is saved as an MJPEG file. automatically.
  • Page 46 Shooting modes To pause recording Press [ The camera allows you to pause a video temporarily while Select Movie Voice a sound option. recording. With this function, you can record several scenes as a single video. Option Description Press [ ] to pause while recording.

  • Page 47: 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 10 inches (25 cm.) away from the camera.

  • Page 48: Shooting Options

    Shooting options Learn about the options you can set in shooting mode. Selecting a resolution and quality Adjusting brightness and color ………… 36 …………… 47 Selecting a resolution ………………………… 36 Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) ……… 47 Selecting image quality ……………………… 36 Compensating for backlighting (ACB) ………...

  • Page 49: Selecting A Resolution And Quality

    Selecting a resolution and quality Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings. When recording a video: Selecting a resolution As you increase the resolution, your photo or video will include In the mode, press [ more pixels, so it can be printed on larger paper or displayed on a larger screen.

  • Page 50: Using The Timer

    Using the timer Learn how to set the timer to delay shooting. In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Press [Shutter] to start the timer. The AF-assist light/timer lamp blinks. The camera automatically takes a photo at the specified time. Press [ ] to cancel the timer.
  • Page 51 Using the timer Using the motion timer Pose for your photo while the AF-assist light/timer lamp is blinking. In Shooting mode, press [ ]. The AF-assist light/timer lamp stops blinking just before the camera automatically takes a photo. Select Press [Shutter]. Stand within 10 ft.

  • Page 52: Shooting In The Dark

    Shooting in the dark Learn how to take photos at night or in low light conditions. Preventing red-eye Using the flash If the flash fires when you take a photo of a person in the dark, a Use the flash when taking photos in the dark or when you need red glow may appear in the person's eyes.

  • Page 53: Adjusting The Iso Speed

    Shooting in the dark Option Description Flash options are not available if you set burst options or select Blink Detection. Red-eye Fix*: Make sure that your subjects are within the recommended distance The flash fires twice when the subject or background from the flash.

  • Page 54: Changing The Camera's Focus

    Changing the camera’s focus Learn how to adjust the camera's focus. Using macro Using auto focus Use macro to take close-up photos of subjects, such as flowers To take sharp photos, select the appropriate focus according to or insects. Refer to macro options in “Using auto focus.” your distance from the subject.

  • Page 55: Using Tracking Auto Focus

    Changing the camera’s focus Using tracking auto focus Tracking a subject may fail when: - the subject is too small or the subject moves excessively Tracking AF allows you to track and auto focus on your subject, - the subject is backlit or you are shooting in a dark place even when you are moving.

  • Page 56: Adjusting The Focus Area

    Changing the camera’s focus Adjusting the focus area You can get clearer photos by selecting an appropriate focus area according to your subject’s location in the scene. In Shooting mode, press [ Select Shooting Focus Area an option. Option Description Center AF: Focus on the center.

  • Page 57: 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 58: Taking A Self-Portrait Shot

    Using face detection Taking a self-portrait shot Taking a smile shot Take photos of yourself. The camera automatically sets the photo The camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a distance to close-up and emits a beep when ready. smiling face.

  • Page 59: Detecting Eye Blinking

    Using face detection Detecting eye blinking If your camera detects closed eyes, it automatically takes two photos in succession. In Shooting mode, press [ Select Shooting Face Detection Blink Detection. Hold your camera still while “Capturing” is displayed on the screen. When blink detection fails, the “Picture taken with eyes closed.”...

  • Page 60: Adjusting Brightness And Color

    Adjusting brightness and color Learn how to adjust the brightness and color for better image quality. Adjusting the exposure manually Compensating for backlighting (ACB) (EV) When the light source is behind your subject or there is high contrast between your subject and the background, your subject Depending on the intensity of the ambient light, your photos is likely to appear dark in the photo.

  • Page 61: Changing The Metering Option

    Adjusting brightness and color Changing the metering option Selecting a light source (White balance) The metering mode refers to the way in which a camera measures the quantity of light. The brightness and lighting of your The color of your photo depends on the type and quality of photos will vary depending on the metering mode you select.
  • Page 62 Adjusting brightness and color Defining your own white balance In Shooting mode, press [ In Shooting mode, press [ Select Shooting White Balance an option. Icon Description Select Shooting White Balance Custom Set. Auto WB: Automatically sets the white balance based Aim the lens at a piece of white paper.

  • Page 63: Using Burst Modes

    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 to take multiple pictures rapidly. You can use the flash, timer, and ACB only when you select Single.

  • Page 64: Improving Your Photos

    Improving your photos Learn how to improve your photos by applying photo styles or colors, or by making some adjustments. Defining your own RGB tone Applying photo styles Apply a different photo style to your photos, such as Soft, Vivid, In Shooting mode, press [ or Forest.

  • Page 65: Adjusting Your Photos

    Improving your photos Adjusting your photos Saturation option Description Adjust the contrast, sharpness, and saturation of your photos. Decrease the saturation. Increase the saturation. In Shooting mode, press [ Select Shooting Image Adjust. Select 0 if you do not want to apply any effects (suitable for printing). If you set an Image Adjust option, Photo Style Selector function is Select an adjustment option.

  • Page 66: Playback/Editing

    Playback/Editing Learn how to play back photos, videos, or voice memos and edit photos or videos. You will also learn how to connect your camera to your photo printer or TV. Playing back Transferring files to your Windows computer ………………………………… 54 …...

  • Page 67: Playing Back

    Playing back Learn to play back photos, videos, or voice memos, and manage files. Display in Playback mode Starting Playback mode View photos or play videos and voice memos stored in your camera. Press [ The most recent file you have taken or recorded is displayed. Information If the camera is off, it turn ons.
  • Page 68 Playing back Viewing files by category in Smart Album Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll through files. Press and hold to scroll through files quickly. View and manage files by categories, such as date, file type, or week. Press [ ] to return to the normal view.
  • Page 69 Playing back Viewing files as thumbnails Protecting files Scan thumbnails of files. Protect your files from accidental deletion. In Playback mode, press [ In Playback mode, rotate [Zoom] left to display 9 or 20 thumbnails. Rotate [Zoom] right to return to the Select File Options Protect Select.
  • Page 70 Playing back Deleting files Copying files to the memory card Delete single files or all files at once. You cannot delete protected You can copy files from the internal memory to a memory card. files. In Playback mode, press [ To delete a single file, Select File Options Copy to Card.

  • Page 71: Viewing Photos

    Playing back Viewing photos Starting a slide show You can apply effects and add audio to your slide show. Zoom in on part of a photo or view photos in a slide show. In Playback mode, press [ Enlarging a photo Select Multi Slide Show.

  • Page 72: Playing A Video

    Playing back Set the slide show effect. Playing a video You can play a video, capture an image from a video, or crop a Select Start Play. video. To loop the slide show, select Repeat. Press [ ] to pause or resume the slide show. In Playback mode, select a video, and then press [ To stop the slide show and switch to Playback mode, press [ ], and then...

  • Page 73: Playing Voice Memos

    Playing back Trimming a video during playback Playing voice memos Press [ ] at the point where you want the new video Playing a voice memo to begin, and then rotate [Zoom] right. In Playback mode, select a voice memo, and then press Press [ ] to resume playback.
  • Page 74 Playing back Adding a voice memo to a photo In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press Select File Options Voice memo Press [Shutter] to record a short voice memo (10 seconds maximum). Press [Shutter] to stop recording a voice memo. You cannot add a voice memo to protected files.

  • Page 75: Editing A Photo

    Editing a photo Perform photo editing tasks, such as resizing, rotating, eliminating red-eyes, and adjusting brightness, contrast, or saturation. The camera saves edited photos as new files. Resizing photos Rotating a photo In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press Select Edit Resize...

  • Page 76: Applying Photo Styles

    Editing a photo Applying photo styles Defining your own RGB tone Apply a different photo style to the photo, such as Soft, Vivid, or In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press Forest. Select Edit Photo Style Selector Custom RGB. Select a color (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue).

  • Page 77: Correcting Exposure Problems

    Editing a photo Correcting exposure problems Select a level. As the number increases, the face becomes clearer. Adjust ACB (Auto Contrast Balance), brightness, contrast, or saturation; remove red-eye; hide facial imperfections; or add Adjusting brightness/contrast/saturation noise to the photo. In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press Adjusting ACB (Auto Contrast Balance) In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press Select Edit...

  • Page 78: Creating A Print Order (Dpof)

    Editing a photo Creating a print order (DPOF) Press [ Select photos to be printed and set options, such as the number Select File Options DPOF Size an option. of copies or paper size. Option Description You can take the memory card to a print shop that supports DPOF Select Specify the print size for the selected photo.

  • Page 79: 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, press [ On some TVs, digital noise may occur or part of an image may not appear.

  • Page 80: Transferring Files To Your Windows Computer

    Transferring files to your Windows computer Transfer files to your Windows PC using the built-in Intelli-studio program. You can also edit files or upload files to your favorite websites. Requirements for Intelli-studio Intelli-studio may not perform correctly on some computers, even when the computer meets the requirements.

  • Page 81: Transferring Files Using Intelli-Studio

    Transferring files to your Windows computer Transferring files using Intelli-studio Turn on the camera. When connecting your camera to your computer using the Select Settings Computer. built-in USB plug, the S/W (Intelli-studio) for your PC starts to run automatically. If you set the USB option to Select Mode, select Computer from the pop-up window.
  • Page 82 Transferring files to your Windows computer 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 launches more quickly.

  • Page 83: Transferring Files By Connecting The Camera As A Removable Disk

    Transferring files to your Windows computer Transferring files by connecting the camera Icon Description as a removable disk Open menus You can connect the camera to your computer as a removable Display files in the selected folder disk. Change to the Photo edit mode In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ Change to the Video edit mode Change to the Sharing mode (You can send files by email...

  • Page 84: Disconnecting The Camera (For Windows Xp)

    Transferring files to your Windows computer Turn on the camera. Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) The way to disconnect the built-in USB plug for Windows Vista/7 Select Settings Computer. is similar. If you set the USB option to Select Mode, select Computer from the If the status lamp on your camera is blinking, wait until pop-up window.

  • Page 85: Transferring Files To Your Mac Computer

    Transferring files to your Mac computer When you connect the camera to a Macintosh computer, the computer recognizes the camera 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 using Turn on the camera.

  • Page 86: Printing Photos With A Pictbridge Photo Printer

    Printing photos with a PictBridge photo printer Print photos with a PictBridge-compatible printer by connecting your camera directly to the printer. Configuring print settings In Shooting mode, press [ Select Settings USB. Images : One Photo Select Printer. Size : Auto Layout : Auto Connect your camera to your printer using the built-in...

  • Page 87: Appendixes

    Appendixes Refer to settings, error messages, specifications, and maintenance tips. Camera settings menu ………………………………… 75 Accessing the settings menu …………………………… Sound …………………………………………………… Display ………………………………………………… Settings ………………………………………………… Error messages ………………………………………… 80 Camera maintenance …………………………………… 81 Cleaning your camera ………………………………… About memory cards …………………………………… About the battery ………………………………………...

  • Page 88: Camera Settings Menu

    Camera settings menu Learn about various options to configure your camera's settings. Select an option and save your settings. Accessing the settings menu Volume In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ Start Sound Select a menu. Shutter Sound Medium Beep Sound High AF Sound Volume...

  • Page 89: Sound

    Camera settings menu Sound Display * Default * Default Item Description Item Description Adjust the volume of any sound. Function Display a brief description of an option or menu. Volume Description Off, On* (Off, Low, Medium*, High) Set a start image to display when the camera turns Select the sound the camera emits when you turn Start Sound it on.

  • Page 90: Settings

    Camera settings menu Settings * Default Item Description * Default If you perform no operations for 30 seconds, the Item Description camera automatically switches to Power save mode Format the internal memory and the memory card. (press any button to deactivate the Power save Format deletes all files, including protected files.
  • Page 91 Camera settings menu * Default * Default Item Description Item Description Specify how to name files. Select whether to display the date and time on your Reset: Set the file number to start from 0001 photos when printing. (Off*, Date, Date & Time) when inserting a new memory card, formatting a The date and time is displayed on the bottom- Imprint...
  • Page 92 Camera settings menu * Default Item Description Set the function to use via a USB connection with a computer or printer. Computer*: Connect your camera to a computer for transferring files. Printer: Connect your camera to a printer for printing files. Select Mode: Select a USB mode when you connect your camera to another device.

  • Page 93: Error Messages

    File names do not match the DCF standard. DCF Full Error Transfer the files on the memory card to your computer, and then format the card. (p. 77) Delete the damaged file or contact a Samsung File Error service center. Low Battery Insert a charged battery or recharge the battery.

  • Page 94: Camera Maintenance

    Camera maintenance Camera body Cleaning your camera Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. Camera lens and display Use a blower brush to remove dust, and then wipe the lens gently with a soft cloth. If any dust remains, apply lens cleaning liquid to a piece of lens cleaning paper, and then wipe gently.

  • Page 95: About Memory Cards

    Camera maintenance Memory card capacity About memory cards The memory capacity may differ depending on the scenes you shoot or the shooting conditions. These capacities are based on a 1 GB microSD card: Memory cards you can use You can use microSD (Secure Digital) memory cards.

  • Page 96: About The Battery

    Record videos at 640 X 480 resolution Approx. 90 min Videos and 30 fps. The figures above are based on Samsung’s standards. Your results may differ depending on your actual usage. Several videos were recorded in succession to determine the total recording time.
  • Page 97 Camera maintenance Notes about charging the battery Personal injury or death can occur if the battery is Turn off your camera when charging. handled carelessly or improperly. For your safety, Do not use your camera when charging. Turn off the camera before follow these instructions for proper battery handling: charging the battery.
  • Page 98 Do not allow the battery to come in contact with moisture immediately since it may cause fire or injury. Contact a or liquids. Samsung Service Center. Do not expose the battery to direct sunlight, fire, or any Do not modify the USB cable arbitrarily. Doing so may other source of excessive heat.

  • Page 99: Before Contacting A Service Center

    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. Situation Suggested remedies Situation...
  • Page 100 Before contacting a service center Situation Suggested remedies Situation Suggested remedies The display or buttons Turn off the flash. (p. 39) Remove the battery and insert it again. do not work The photo is too bright Your photo is overexposed. Adjust the exposure value.
  • Page 101 Before contacting a service center Situation Suggested remedies Depending on the video player programs installed on your PC, video files captured by your camera may not play. To ensure Your computer cannot the video files play on your computer, play videos install and use the Intelli-studio.

  • Page 102: Camera Specifications

    Night: 8 - 1/2,000 sec. Total pixels Approx. 12.4 mega-pixels Fireworks: 2 sec. Lens Exposure Samsung 4X Zoom Lens f = 5.0 - 20.2 mm Control Program AE Focal length (35 mm film equivalent: 28 - 112 mm) Metering Multi, Spot, Center-weighted, Face Detection AE F-stop range F2.8 (W) - F6.3 (T)
  • Page 103 Camera specifications Effect Smart Movie, Movie Modes: * Smart Movie: Landscape, Blue Sky, Natural Photo Style Selector: Normal, Soft, Vivid, Forest, Green, Sunset Retro, Cool, Calm, Classic, Negative, Custom RGB Shooting mode Format: MJPEG (Max recording time: 2 hours) Image Adjust: Sharpness, Contrast, Saturation Size: 640X480, 320X240 White Balance Videos...
  • Page 104 Internal memory capacity may not match these specifications. 1024 X 768 1,086 1,221 Photo: JPEG (DCF), EXIF 2.21, DPOF 1.1, These figures are measured under Samsung’s standard PictBridge 1.0 conditions and may vary depending on shooting conditions File format and camera settings. Video: AVI (MJPEG)
  • Page 105 Camera specifications Power source Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery (BP70A, 740 mAh) battery The power source may differ depending on your region. Dimensions (W x H x D) 97.8 × 57 × 17.9 mm (excluding protrusions) Weight 122 g (without battery and memory card) Operating temperature 0 - 40˚...
  • Page 106 This product and its electronic accessories should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal. This Class [B] digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. PlanetFirst represents Samsung Electronics’ commitment to the sustainable development and social responsibility through eco-driven business and management activities.

  • Page 107: Fcc Notice

    This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the Trade Name : Samsung Electronics America, Inc. limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable Model No.

  • Page 108: Index

    Index Beauty Shot mode 29 Digital zoom 23 Facial imperfections 29 Blink detection 46 Disconnecting the device 71 Flash Auto 40 in Playback mode 64 Burst DIS mode 31 Fill in 40 in Shooting mode 47 Auto Exposure Bracket (AEB) Display brightness 76 Off 39 Adjusting...
  • Page 109 Index Night mode 30 Video 32 Voice memo 34 Half-pressing 6 Macro 41 Red-eye Maintenance 81 in Playback mode 64 Photo quality 36 Memory card in Shooting mode 39 Photo styles Capacity 82 Icons 18 Reset 77 microSD 82 in Playback mode 63 Image adjust Resizing 62 in Shooting mode 51...
  • Page 110 Index Camera 77 Transferring files Display 76 for Mac 72 Zoom button 13 Sound 76 for Windows 67 Zooming 23 Shooting mode DIS 31 Movie 32 Video Program 32 Playing 59 Scene 28 Recording 32 Smart Auto 27 Video Out 78 Shutter speed 30 Viewing files Slide show 58...
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