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PL170/PL171
This user manual includes detailed usage
instructions for your camera. Please read
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Basic troubleshooting
Quick reference
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Basic functions
Extended functions
Shooting options
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Settings
Appendixes
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  • Page 1 This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly. Click a topic Basic troubleshooting Quick reference User Manual Contents PL170/PL171 Basic functions Extended functions Shooting options Playback/Editing Settings Appendixes Index Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals...
  • Page 2: Health And Safety Information

    This may result in electric shock. disconnect all power sources, such as the battery or charger, and then contact a Samsung service center. Prevent damage to subjects’ eyesight. Do not use the flash in close proximity (closer than 1 m/3 ft) to people or animals.
  • Page 3 This may cause a fire or electric shock. injury. • Samsung is not responsible for damages or injuries caused by unapproved batteries, chargers, cables or accessories. Do not force the camera’s parts or apply pressure to the camera.
  • Page 4 If the cable is reversed, it may damage your files. The manufacturer is not responsible for any loss of data. Never use a damaged charger, battery, or memory card. This may result in electric shock or camera malfunction or cause a fire. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals...
  • Page 5 • Refer to options to configure your camera’s settings. For Open Source License information, refer to the ‘OpenSourceInfo.pdf’ in the provided CD-ROM. Appendixes Get information about error messages, specifications, and maintenance. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals...
  • Page 6 Auto Contrast Balance Available in Program, DUAL IS, Auto Exposure Bracket and Movie modes Auto Focus Digital Image Stabilization DPOF Digital Print Order Format Exposure Value International Organization for Standardization Optical Image Stabilization White Balance Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals...
  • Page 7 • Subject: the main object in a scene, such as a person, animal, or still life • Background: the objects around the subject • Composition: the combination of a subject and background Background Composition Subject Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals...
  • Page 8: Basic Troubleshooting

    Adjust the exposure. (p. 59) • Set the Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) option. (p. 60) • Set the metering option to Spot if a bright subject is in the center of the frame. (p. 60) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals...
  • Page 9: Quick Reference

    • ISO sensitivity (to adjust the sensitivity to light) • EV (to adjust exposure) • ACB (to compensate for subjects against bright backgrounds) • Metering • AEB (to capture 3 photos of the same scene with different exposures) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals...
  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Recording a video with the front display ......44 Reducing camera shake (OIS) ........28 Recording voice memos ..........45 Tips for getting a clearer photo ........29 Recording a voice memo ..........45 Adding a voice memo to a photo ......... 45 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals...
  • Page 11 Compensating for backlighting (ACB) ......60 Transferring files to your Mac computer ..... 91 Changing the metering option ........60 Printing photos with a PictBridge photo printer ..92 Selecting a light source (White balance) ......61 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals...
  • Page 12 Using or storing the camera ........103 About memory cards ..........104 About the battery ............106 Before contacting a service center ......110 Camera specifications ..........113 Glossary ..............117 FCC notice ..............122 Index ................123 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals...
  • Page 13: Basic Functions

    Charging the battery ……………………… 17 Zooming ………………………………… 26 Turning on your camera ………………… 17 Reducing camera shake (OIS) …………… 28 Performing the initial setup ……………… 18 Tips for getting a clearer photo …………… 29 Learning icons ……………………………… 20 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals...
  • Page 14: Unpacking

    Camera case HDMI cable A/V cable Rechargeable battery Strap Battery charger Memory card/ Memory card adapter User Manual CD-ROM Quick Start Manual The illustrations may differ slightly from the items shipped with your product. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Basic functions...
  • Page 15: Camera Layout

    Flash AF-assist light/Timer lamp Front display Lens USB and A/V port Accepts USB cable and A/V cable Tripod mount HDMI port Accepts HDMI cable Battery chamber cover Insert a memory card and battery Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Basic functions...
  • Page 16 Night: Capture a photo with options for shooting at night Enter Playback mode. Scene: Capture a photo with options preset for a specific scene. • Access options in Shooting mode. Movie: Record a video. • Delete files in Playback mode. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Basic functions...
  • Page 17: Inserting The Battery And Memory Card

    Slide the lock up to release Memory card the battery. Insert the battery with Rechargeable battery the Samsung logo facing You can use the internal memory for temporary storage if a memory card is Rechargeable battery not inserted. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Basic functions...
  • Page 18: Charging The Battery And Turning On Your Camera

    Indicator light • Red: Charging • Orange: Error • Green: Fully charged If you turn on your camera by pressing and holding [P] for about 5 seconds, the camera does not emit any sounds. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Basic functions...
  • Page 19: Performing The Initial Setup

    Press [D] or [c] to select Time Zone, and then press [t] or [o]. English London Time Zone Date/Time Set Date Type YYYY MM DD Back Press [F] or [t] to select an item. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Basic functions...
  • Page 20 English London Time Zone Date/Time Set YYYY/MM/DD Date Type MM/DD/YYYY DD/MM/YYYY Back Press [D] or [c] to set a date format, and then press [o]. Press [m] to switch to the Shooting mode. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Basic functions...
  • Page 21: Learning Icons

    Image adjustment (contrast, Memory card inserted sharpness, and saturation) Metering • : Fully charged Burst type • Flash : Partially charged • : Empty (Recharge) Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) Timer Voice memo Auto focus option Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Basic functions...
  • Page 22: Selecting Options Or Menus

    To move up or down, press [D] or [c]. Half-press [Shutter] to return to the Shooting mode. • To move left or right, press [F] or [t]. Press [o] to confirm the highlighted option or menu. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Basic functions...
  • Page 23 Quality Sound Front Display Settings White Balance Display Daylight Smart Filter Settings Face Detection Exit Change Move Back Press [D] or [c] to select Shooting, and then press [t] or [o]. Press [o]. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Basic functions...
  • Page 24: Setting The Display And Sound

    Display all information about shooting. • Hide all information about the current file. • Display information about the current file, except Playback for the file information. • Display all information about the current file. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Basic functions...
  • Page 25: Capturing Photos

    A green frame means the subject is in focus. • A red frame means the subject is out of focus. Align your subject in the frame. Press [Shutter] to capture a photo. See page 29 for tips to get clearer photos. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Basic functions...
  • Page 26: Turning On The Front Display

    3 seconds. • You can set the camera to automatically release the shutter when it detects a smiling face in Self Shot or Children mode. (p. 95) Select a shooting option. Self-Shot Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Basic functions...
  • Page 27: Zooming

    AF option. • If you capture a photo with the Digital zoom, the photo quality may Zoom ratio deteriorate. Zoom in Zoom out The available zoom ratio for videos differs from photo zoom ratio. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Basic functions...
  • Page 28 • The Intelli zoom helps you capture a photo with less quality deterioration than the Digital zoom. However, the photo quality may be lower than when you use the Optical zoom. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Basic functions...
  • Page 29: Reducing Camera Shake (Ois)

    In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Shooting or Movie OIS. Select an option. Icon Description Off: OIS is deactivated. On: OIS is activated. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Basic functions...
  • Page 30: Tips For Getting A Clearer Photo

    Press [Shutter] to capture the photo • Set ISO sensitivity options. (p. 51) if the focus frame appears in green. • Change the composition and half- press [Shutter] again if the focus frame appears in red. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Basic functions...
  • Page 31: Turn On The Flash. (P

    Use the focus lock Half-press [Shutter] to focus. When the subject is in focus, you can reposition the frame to change the composition. When you are ready, press [Shutter] to capture your photo. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Basic functions...
  • Page 32: Extended Functions

    Using the DUAL IS mode ………………… 38 Adding a voice memo to a photo ………… 45 Using the Program mode ………………… 38 Using the Movie mode …………………… 39 Using the Smart Scene Detection mode … 40 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals...
  • Page 33: Shooting Modes

    Camera is stabilized or on a tripod (when shooting in the dark) Actively moving subjects Fireworks (when using a tripod) Icon Description Landscapes Scenes with bright white backgrounds Landscapes at night (when the flash is off) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Extended functions...
  • Page 34: Using The Scene Mode

    • For the Object Highlight mode, see "Using the Object Highlight mode" on page 34. Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. Press [Shutter] to capture the photo. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Extended functions...
  • Page 35: Using The Magic Frame Mode

    Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. Select Shooting Object Highlight Effect. Press [Shutter] to capture the photo. In Magic Frame mode, the resolution is automatically set to Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Extended functions...
  • Page 36 When the camera can apply the object highlight effect, will appear. • When the camera cannot apply the object highlight effect, will appear. If this occurs, adjust the distance from the camera to the subject. Press [Shutter] to capture a photo. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Extended functions...
  • Page 37: Using The Beauty Shot Mode

    Level 2 [Shutter] to focus. Press [Shutter] to capture the photo. When using the Beauty Shot mode, the focus distance will be set to Auto Macro. Back Move Press [m]. Select Shooting Face Retouch. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Extended functions...
  • Page 38: Using The Night Mode

    Press [Shutter] to capture the photo. Press [m]. Select Shooting Long Time Shutter. Use a tripod to prevent blurry photos. Select the aperture value or shutter speed. Aperture value Shutter speed Aperture Back Move Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Extended functions...
  • Page 39: Using The Dual Is Mode

    Press [Shutter] to capture the photo. • If your subject is moving rapidly, the photo may be blurry. • Set the Optical Image Stabilization option to reduce camera shake in different shooting modes. (p. 28) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Extended functions...
  • Page 40: Using The Movie Mode

    As the frame rate increases, action appears more natural, but the file size also increases. Depending on the resolution and frame rate, the movie may appear smaller than the original size shown on the main display. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Extended functions...
  • Page 41: Using The Smart Scene Detection Mode

    The icons Stop Record are listed below. • Press [o] to pause while recording. • Press [o] to resume. Icon Description Landscapes Sunsets Clear skies Forested areas Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Extended functions...
  • Page 42 The camera may not select the correct scene depending on the shooting conditions, such as camera shake, lighting, and distance to the subject. • In Smart Scene Detection mode, you cannot set smart filter effects. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Extended functions...
  • Page 43: Capturing Photos With The Front Display

    The front display will turn off and the main display will turn on • Your camera will automatically detect your face and display a when you press [o]. frame to indicate the detected face. Half-press [Shutter] to focus. Press [Shutter] to capture the photo. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Extended functions...
  • Page 44: Using The Children Mode

    The camera will display an animation. Half-press [Shutter] to focus. Press [Shutter] to capture the photo. • You can download animations from the Samsung website or transfer them from Intelli-studio. (p. 88) Visit www.samsung.com for more In Shooting mode, press the front LCD button. information.
  • Page 45: Recording A Video With The Front Display

    If you are capturing photos using the jump shot timer in low light conditions or Recording a video in Children mode indoors, photos may appear dark. In Shooting mode, press the front LCD button. Select Children. Press [Shutter] to start recording. Press [Shutter] again to stop recording. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Extended functions...
  • Page 46: Recording Voice Memos

    You cannot add voice memos to photos in the burst mode. Stop Pause Press [Shutter] again to stop recording. • Press [Shutter] again to record a new voice memo. Press [m] to return to the Shooting mode. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Extended functions...
  • Page 47: Shooting Options

    Selecting a light source (White balance) … 61 Using tracking auto focus ………………… 53 Using burst modes ………………………… 63 Adjusting the focus area ………………… 54 Applying effects/Adjusting images ……… 64 Applying Smart Filter effects ……………… 64 Adjusting your photos …………………… 67 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals...
  • Page 48: Selecting A Resolution And Quality

    1280 X 720: Play back on an HDTV. 3648 X 2736: Print on A3 paper. 640 X 480: Play back on an analog TV. 2592 X 1944: Print on A4 paper. 320 X 240: Post on a web page. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Shooting options...
  • Page 49: Selecting A Photo Quality

    In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Shooting Quality. Select an option. Icon Description Super Fine: Capture photos in super high quality. Fine: Capture photos in high quality. Normal: Capture photos in normal quality. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Shooting options...
  • Page 50: Using The Timer

    2-second delay. function or some of its options may not be available. • Available options may differ depending on the shooting conditions. Self timer options are not available if you set burst options. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Shooting options...
  • Page 51: Shooting In The Dark

    The flash fires when the subject or background is dark, and the camera corrects red-eyes through its advanced software analysis. • There is an interval between 2 bursts of the flash. Do not move until the flash fires a second time. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Shooting options...
  • Page 52: Adjusting The Iso Sensitivity

    ISO sensitivity based on the Available options may differ depending on the shooting conditions. brightness of the subject and lighting. Higher ISO sensitivities may result in more image noise. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Shooting options...
  • Page 53: Changing The Camera's Focus

    Turn off the flash if the distance to the subject is less than 16 in Macro: Manually focus on a subject that is 2-32 in (5- (40 cm). 80 cm) from the camera (39-59 in [100-150 cm] when you use the zoom). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Shooting options...
  • Page 54: Using Tracking Auto Focus

    Detection options, and Smart Filter effects. • The white frame means that your camera is tracking the subject. • The green frame means that your subject is in focus when you half-press [Shutter]. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Shooting options...
  • Page 55: Adjusting The Focus Area

    Center AF: Focus on the center of the frame (suitable when subjects are located at or near the center). Multi AF: Focus on one or more of 9 possible areas. Tracking AF: Focus on and track the subject. (p. 53) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Shooting options...
  • Page 56: Using Face Detection

    A face detected in Shooting mode may not appear in the face list or The detected faces may not be registered if you set burst options Smart Album. such as Continuous, Motion Capture, or AEB. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Shooting options...
  • Page 57: Capturing A Smile Shot

    Hold your camera still while “Capturing” is displayed on the screen. • If Blink Detection fails, the “Picture taken with eyes closed.” message appears. Capture another photo. When your subject smiles broadly, your camera can detect the smile more easily. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Shooting options...
  • Page 58: Using Smart Face Recognition

    • : Faces that you have registered as favorites. (To register faces as favorites, refer to page 58.) • : Faces that the camera automatically registers. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Shooting options...
  • Page 59: Registering Faces As Your Favorites (My Star)

    When capturing photos from the left, right, above, and below, instruct the subject not to turn his or her face more than 30 degrees. • You can register a face even if you capture one photo of the subject’s face. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Shooting options...
  • Page 60: Adjusting Brightness And Color

    • If you cannot decide on an appropriate exposure, select AEB (Auto Exposure Bracket). The camera will capture 3 consecutive photos, each with a different exposure: normal, underexposed, and overexposed. (p. 63) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Shooting options...
  • Page 61: Compensating For Backlighting (Acb)

    • Suitable for photos with subjects in the center of the The ACB feature is not available when you set Continuous, Motion frame. Capture, or AEB options. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Shooting options...
  • Page 62: Selecting A Light Source (White Balance)

    Fluorescent_L: For shooting under white fluorescent light. Tungsten: For shooting indoor photos under incandescent bulbs or halogen lamps. Measure: Shutter (Custom Set): Use White Balance settings that you defined. (p. 62) Cloudy Tungsten Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Shooting options...
  • Page 63 Balance feature will help you to match the colors in your photo with the actual scene. In Shooting mode, press [m]. Select Shooting or Movie White Balance. Select Measure: Shutter. Aim the lens at a piece of white paper, and then press [Shutter]. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Shooting options...
  • Page 64: Using Burst Modes

    Single: Capture a single photo. options may not be available. Continuous: • While you are pressing [Shutter], the camera continuously captures photos. • The maximum number of photos depends on the capacity of your memory card. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Shooting options...
  • Page 65: Applying Effects/Adjusting Images

    fisheye lens. In Shooting mode, press [m]. Defog: Make image clearer. Select Shooting or Movie Smart Filter. Classic: Apply a black and white effect. Select an effect. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Shooting options...
  • Page 66 Miniature: Apply a tilt-shift effect to make the subject appear in miniature. Vignetting: Apply the retro-looking colors, high contrast, and strong vignette effect of Lomo cameras. Half Tone Dot: Apply a halftone effect. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Shooting options...
  • Page 67 ACB, burst options, Image Adjustment options, Intelli zoom, or Tracking AF. • If you select Sketch when you capture a photo, the photo resolution will change to or below. Back Move Select an option. Press [o] to save. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Shooting options...
  • Page 68: Adjusting Your Photos

    Soften the edges on your photos (suitable for editing the photos on your computer). Sharpen the edges to improve the clarity of your photos. This may also increase the noise on your photos. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Shooting options...
  • Page 69: Playback/Editing

    Printing photos with a PictBridge Applying Smart Filter effects ……………… 80 photo printer ………………………………… 92 Adjusting your photos …………………… 81 Creating a print order (DPOF) …………… 82 Viewing files on a TV or HDTV …………… 84 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals...
  • Page 70: Viewing Photos Or Videos In Playback Mode

    files that were captured with other cameras. Protected file Photo includes a registered face (available only when you use a memory card) Folder name – File name To display file information on the screen, press [D]. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Playback/Editing...
  • Page 71 Select a face from the list, and then press [o]. Play Capture Face List Edit Icon Description Video file Video length Back Press [D] or [c] to change the ranking of the face, and then press [f]. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Playback/Editing...
  • Page 72 View files by the date they were saved. Date Color View files by the dominant color of the image. Week View files by the weekday they were saved. View files by recognized faces and favorite faces. Face (Up to 20 people) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Playback/Editing...
  • Page 73 Rotate [Zoom] to the right to return to the • The front display may not activate after you access Smart Album. previous view. Filter Description Scroll through files Press [D], [c], [F], or [t]. Delete files Press [f], and then select Yes. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Playback/Editing...
  • Page 74 Press [o] again to cancel your selection. • Press [f]. Press [f]. You cannot delete or rotate a protected file. When the pop-up message appears, select Yes. If you delete a category, all files in the category will be deleted. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Playback/Editing...
  • Page 75: Viewing Photos

    Copy files from the internal memory to a memory card. Zoom ratio (The maximum In Playback mode, press [m]. zoom ratio differs depending on the photo resolution.) Select File Options Copy to Card. When the pop-up message appears, select Yes. Trim Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Playback/Editing...
  • Page 76 Set a scene change effect between photos. (Off*, Calm, Shine, Relax, Lively, Sweet) • Select Off to cancel effects. Effect • When you use the Effect option, the interval between photos will be set to 1 second. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Playback/Editing...
  • Page 77: Playing A Video

    Press [o], and then press [F] or [t] to stop the slide show and switch to Playback mode. Pause Description Scan backward Press [F]. Pause or resume Press [o]. playback Scan forward Press [t]. Rotate [Zoom] to the left or right. Adjust the volume level Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Playback/Editing...
  • Page 78 Rotate [Zoom] to the right. When the pop-up message appears, select Yes. • The original video should be at least 10 seconds long. • The camera will save the edited video as a new file. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Playback/Editing...
  • Page 79: Playing A Voice Memo

    Press [c]. memo, and then press [o]. Adjust the volume level Rotate [Zoom] to the left or right. Listen to a voice memo. • Press [o] to pause playback. • Press [o] to resume playback. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Playback/Editing...
  • Page 80: Editing A Photo

    Select Start Image to save the photo as a start image. (p. 96) Right 90˚ 1984 X 1488 Back Move The camera will overwrite the original file. Back Move Available resize options differ depending on the original size of the photo. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Playback/Editing...
  • Page 81: Applying Smart Filter Effects

    Select a color (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue). • To see available filter options, refer to page 64. Miniature Back Move Back Move Adjust the amount of the selected color. Press [o] to save. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Playback/Editing...
  • Page 82: Adjusting Your Photos

    In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [m]. Select an adjusting option. Icon Description Select Edit Image Adjust Red-eye Fix. Brightness Press [o] to save. Contrast Saturation Adjust the option. Press [o] to save. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Playback/Editing...
  • Page 83: Creating A Print Order (Dpof)

    Select a photo to print, rotate [Zoom] to the left or right to select the print size, and then press [f]. • If you select All, press [D] or [c] to select the print size, and then press [o]. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Playback/Editing...
  • Page 84 • You cannot set DPOF options for photos stored in the internal memory. • If you specify the print size, you can print photos only with DPOF 1.1-compatible printers. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Playback/Editing...
  • Page 85: Viewing Files On A Tv Or Hdtv

    Depending on the TV model, you may see some digital noise or part of an image may not appear. Connect your camera to your TV with the A/V cable. • Images may not be centered on the TV screen depending on your TV settings. Video Audio Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Playback/Editing...
  • Page 86 (p. 98) to control the camera and TV with the TV’s remote control. Turn off your camera and HDTV. • Anynet+ lets you control all connected Samsung A/V devices with the TV remote control. Connect your camera to your HDTV using the optional •...
  • Page 87: Transferring Files To Your Windows Computer

    • nVIDIA Geforce 7600GT or higher/ATI X1600 series or higher • Microsoft DirectX 9.0c or higher * The programs may not work properly on 64-bit editions of Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Playback/Editing...
  • Page 88: Transferring Files With Intelli-Studio

    You must plug the end of the cable with the indicator light ( ) into your camera. If the cable is reversed, it may damage your files. The manufacturer is not responsible for any loss of data. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Playback/Editing...
  • Page 89 - Videos: MP4 (Video: H.264, Audio: AAC), WMV (WMV 7/8/9), AVI (MJPEG) - Photos: JPG, GIF, BMP, PNG, TIFF • The screenshot below appears differently when you launch Intelli-studio without connecting the camera to your computer. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Playback/Editing...
  • Page 90: Transferring Files By Connecting The Camera As A Removable Disk

    Browse folders stored on the camera. Browse folders stored on your computer. Move to the previous or next folder. Print files, view files on a map, store files in My Folder, or register faces. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Playback/Editing...
  • Page 91: Disconnecting The Camera (For Windows Xp)

    Drag or save files to your computer. Click the pop-up message. Click the message box indicating safely removed. Remove the USB cable. The camera may not disconnect safely while Intelli-studio is running. End the program before disconnecting the camera. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Playback/Editing...
  • Page 92: Transferring Files To Your Mac Computer

    If the cable is reversed, it may damage your files. The pop-up window. manufacturer is not responsible for any loss of data. Double-click the removable disk icon. Drag or save files to your computer. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Playback/Editing...
  • Page 93: Printing Photos With A Pictbridge Photo Printer

    Printing starts. Press [F] to cancel printing. Date: Set to print the date. File Name: Set to print the file name. Reset: Reset settings to their default values. Some options may not be supported by some printers. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Playback/Editing...
  • Page 94: Settings

    Settings Refer to options to configure your camera’s settings. Settings menu ………………………………………… Accessing the settings menu ……………………… 94 Sound ……………………………………………… 95 Front Display Settings ……………………………… 95 Display ……………………………………………… 96 Settings ……………………………………………… 97 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals...
  • Page 95: Settings Menu

    file name, and USB mode. (p. 97) Press [m] to return to the previous screen. You can customize the front display settings only when you access the settings menu from the Shooting mode. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Settings...
  • Page 96: Sound

    Press [Shutter] to switch to Demo Shooting mode. • The Demo mode is not available if you turn on the camera in Playback mode or when the camera is connected to another device. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Settings...
  • Page 97: Display

    Adjust the brightness of the screen. (Auto, Dark, Normal, Bright*) Display Brightness Normal is fixed in Playback mode even if you have selected Auto. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Settings...
  • Page 98: Settings

    The camera defines file names according to Date Type YYYY, DD/MM/YYYY, Off*) the Design rule for Camera File system (DCF) standard. If you intentionally change file names, the camera may not play back the files. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Settings...
  • Page 99 • Off: View files without using an HDTV remote when you are playing a slide show or videos, and control. when you are recording a voice memo. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Settings...
  • Page 100 files. • Select Mode: Manually select the USB mode when you connect your camera to a device. Set Intelli-studio to launch automatically when you PC Software connect your camera to your computer. (Off, On*) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Settings...
  • Page 101: Appendixes

    Using or storing the camera ………………………… 103 About memory cards ……………………………… 104 About the battery …………………………………… 106 Before contacting a service center ………………… 110 Camera specifications ……………………………… 113 Glossary ……………………………………………… 117 FCC notice …………………………………………… 122 Index …………………………………………………… 123 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals...
  • Page 102: Error Messages

    Insert a charged battery or recharge the battery. Low Battery Delete unnecessary files or insert a new memory Memory Full card. Capture photos or insert a memory card that No Image File contains some photos. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Appendixes...
  • Page 103: Camera Maintenance

    Never use benzene, thinners, or alcohol to clean the device. These 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 cover. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Appendixes...
  • Page 104: Using Or Storing The Camera

    In this situation, turn off the camera and wait for at least 1 hour. If condensation forms on the memory card, remove the memory card from the camera and wait until all moisture has evaporated before reinserting it. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Appendixes...
  • Page 105: About Memory Cards

    These conditions are not malfunctions and they will correct themselves when the camera is returned to normal temperatures. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Appendixes...
  • Page 106 Doing so * Available recording time may vary if you use the zoom. Several videos were may cause memory cards or the camera to malfunction. recorded in succession to determine the total recording time. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Appendixes...
  • Page 107: About The Battery

    Videos 65 min resolution and 30 FPS. Specification Description • The figures above are measured by Samsung’s standards and may differ BP70A depending on actual usage. Model • Several videos were recorded in succession to determine the total recording Lithium-ion battery Type time.
  • Page 108 If you connect the camera to an external power source while the battery is depleted, using some high energy-consuming functions will cause the camera to turn off. To use the camera normally, recharge the battery. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Appendixes...
  • Page 109 USB devices are connected to your computer you connect the cable to the port on the front side of your computer the USB port of your computer does not support the power output standard (5 V, 500 mA) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Appendixes...
  • Page 110 Charge the battery only by the method described in metallic objects, such as necklaces, coins, keys, or this user manual. The battery can ignite or explode if watches. not charged properly. • Use only authentic, manufacturer-recommended, Lithium- ion replacement batteries. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Appendixes...
  • Page 111: Before Contacting A Service Center

    • You cannot use the flash in some modes. • Batteries are consumable parts that must be replaced over time. Get a new battery if the battery life is diminishing quickly. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Appendixes...
  • Page 112 If you change the name of a file, your camera may not play the file (the name of Cannot play back files the file should meet the DCF standard). If you encounter this situation, play back the files on your computer. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Appendixes...
  • Page 113 files Videos may not play on some video player programs. To play video files captured with Your computer cannot play videos your camera, install and use the Intelli-studio program on your computer. (p. 87) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Appendixes...
  • Page 114: Camera Specifications

    Normal (AF) 150 cm-infinity 80 cm-infinity Range Lens Macro 100 cm-150 cm 5 cm-80 cm Samsung Lens f = 4.7 mm-23.5 mm Auto Macro 5 cm-infinity 100 cm-infinity Focal length (35 mm film equivalent: 26 mm-130 mm) Shutter speed F-stop range F3.3 (W)-F5.9 (T)
  • Page 115 Retro, Negative, Custom RGB Mute White Balance • OIS: On, Off Auto WB, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent_H, Fluorescent_L, Tungsten, • Video editing (embedded): Pause during recording, Measure: Shutter (Custom Set) Still image capture, Time trimming Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Appendixes...
  • Page 116 1024 X 768 1,626 2,575 3,090 Storage These figures are measured under Samsung’s standard conditions and may vary depending on the • Internal memory: Approximately 30 MB shooting conditions and camera settings. • External memory (Optional): microSD card (up to...
  • Page 117 Lithium-ion battery (BP70A, 740 mAh: Min 700 mAh) battery The power source may differ depending on your region. Dimensions (W X H X D) 95.3 X 57.3 X 19.0 mm (without protrusions) Weight 113.2 g (without battery and memory card) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Appendixes...
  • Page 118: Glossary

    A format for writing printing information, such as selected images and number of prints, on a memory card. DPOF-compatible printers, sometimes available at photo shops, can read the information from the card for convenient printing. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Appendixes...
  • Page 119 A speed light that helps to create adequate exposure in low-light the camera uses a higher shutter speed, which can reduce blur conditions. caused by camera shake and low light. However, images with high sensitivity are more susceptible to noise. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Appendixes...
  • Page 120 A fast shutter speed allows less time to let light in and the photo becomes darker and more easily freezes subjects in motion. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Appendixes...
  • Page 121 An adjustment of the intensities of colors (typically the primary colors red, green, and blue), in an image. The goal of adjusting the white balance, or color balance, is to correctly render the colors in an image. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Appendixes...
  • Page 122 This Class [B] digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. PlanetFirst represents Samsung Electronics' commitment to sustainable development and social responsibility through eco-driven business and management activities. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Appendixes...
  • Page 123: Fcc Notice

    • Declaration of Conformity 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 Model No. : Samsung PL170/PL171 FCC Rules.
  • Page 124: Index

    Formatting 97 inserting 16 camera body 102 lens 102 Front display 14 Beauty Shot mode 36 Editing photos 79 main display 102 Demo mode 95 Blink Detection 56 Shooting mode 42 turning on 25 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Appendixes...
  • Page 125 Shooting mode 36 Menu button 15 Shooting mode 67 Playback mode 81 Sharpness 67 Rotating 79 Metering Center-weighted 60 Power button 14 Image quality 48 Multi 60 Power save mode 96 Imprint 98 Spot 60 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Appendixes...
  • Page 126 Status lamp 15 shooting 39 Red-eye 51 zoom sound settings 39 Red-eye fix 50 Video out 98 Self Shot 42 Smart Face Recognition 57 Thumbnails 72 Smile Shot 56 Timer Shooting mode 49 timer lamp 14 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals Appendixes...
  • Page 127: Camera

    Please refer to the warranty that came with your product or visit our website http://www.samsung.com/ for after-sales service or inquiries. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals...

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