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  • Page 2: Getting To Know Your Camera

    ● Please check that the camera is operating properly prior to when you intend to use it (e.g. for a trip or an important event) to avoid disappointment. Samsung camera takes no responsibility for any loss or damages that may result from camera malfunction.
  • Page 3 ■ Should any form of liquid or a foreign object enter the camera, do not use it. Switch off the camera, and then disconnect the power source. You must contact your dealer or Samsung Camera Service centre. Do not continue to use the camera as this may cause a fire or electric shock.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Caution CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in a minor or moderate injury. ■ Leaking, overheating, or burst battery could result in fire or injury. •Use battery with the correct specification for the camera. •Do not short circuit, heat or dispose of battery in fire.
  • Page 5 Contents ■+ / - button ■Play & Pause / Down button ●Using the LCD monitor to set the ■Left / Right / Menu / OK button ■E (Effect) button camera settings ■How to use the menu ■Delete button ■Mode Set ●Setting up the play back function ■Mode ■Size...
  • Page 6: System Chart

    System chart Please check that you have the correct contents before using this product. The contents can vary depending on the sales region. To buy the optional equipment, contact your nearest Samsung dealer or Samsung service centre. User manual, Camera case...
  • Page 7: Identification Of Features

    Identification of features Front & Top Shutter button Power button Speaker Flash Self-timer lamp / Auto focus lamp Lens Microphone 《6》...
  • Page 8: Back & Bottom

    Identification of features Back & Bottom LCD monitor Tripod socket Camera status lamp E (Effects) button Zoom W button (Thumbnail) Zoom T button (Digital zoom) M (Mode) button Strap eyelet + / - button, Delete button AV OUT/ USB 5 function button Play mode button/Printer button 《7》...
  • Page 9: Bottom / 5-Function Button

    Identification of features Bottom / 5-function button Memory card slot Battery chamber cover Voice memo / Voice Recording / Up button Flash / Left button Macro / Down button Play & Pause button 《8》 ■ Self-timer lamp Icon Battery holder ■...
  • Page 10: Mode Icon

    1 shot. condi t i o ns Using the flash every two times ※These figures are measured under Samsung’s standard conditions and Shooting conditions and may vary depending on the way of user’s usage. INFORMATION Important information about battery usage ●...
  • Page 11: Inserting The Memory Card

    Connecting to a Power Source ■ Insert the battery as shown - If the camera does not turn on after you have inserted battery, please check whether the battery is inserted with the correct polarity (+ / -). - When the battery chamber cover is opened, do not press the battery chamber cover by force.
  • Page 12: Instructions On How To Use The Memory Card

    ● Repeated use of the memory card will eventually reduce the memory card’s performance. Should this be the case, you will need to purchase a new memory card. Wear and tear on the memory card is not covered by the Samsung warranty.
  • Page 13 Instructions on how to use the memory card INFORMATION ● Don't remove the memory card when the camera status lamp is blinking as this may cause damage to data in the memory card. ■ The camera can use SD/ SDHC Memory Cards and MMC (Multi Media Cards). Please consult the enclosed manual for using the MMC Cards.
  • Page 14: Lcd Monitor Indicator

    LCD monitor indicator ■ The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting functions and selections. ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ ⑨ ⑩ [Image & Full Status] Description Recording mode Battery Continuous shot ⑳ ⑲ ⑱ ⑰ ⑯ ⑮...
  • Page 15: Changing The Recording Mode

    Changing the recording mode ■ You can select the desired working mode by the M (mode) button located on the back of the camera and [MODE], [MODE SET] menu. Auto, Program, movie clip, scene (night, portrait, children, landscape, text recognition, close-up, sunset, dawn, backlight, fireworks, beach &...
  • Page 16: Starting The Recording Mode

    Changing the recording mode ● Changing the recording mode : If the [FULL] menu was selected Steps from 1-4 are the same as those for selecting the [MODE] menu. 5. The recording mode of still image selected in the [MODE SET] menu will display.
  • Page 17: How To Use The Movie Clip Mode

    Starting the recording mode ■ How to use the Movie clip mode( A movie clip can be recorded for as long as the available recording time of the memory capacity allows. 1. Select the [FULL] sub menu on the [MODE] menu (p.14).
  • Page 18: How To Use The Program Mode

    Starting the recording mode ■ How to use the Program mode( Selecting the automatic mode will configure the camera with optimal settings and you can manually configure various functions. 1. Select the [FULL] sub menu on the [MODE] menu (p.14). 2.
  • Page 19: How To Use The Voice

    Starting the recording mode ■ How to use the VOICE RECORDING mode ( A voice recording can be recorded for as long as the memory capacity allows. (Max. 1hour) 1. In any mode with the exception of Movie clip mode, select the VOICE RECORDING mode by pressing the Voice recording button twice.
  • Page 20: Using The Camera Buttons To Set The Camera

    Using the camera buttons to set the camera ■ The recording mode function can be set up by using the camera buttons. POWER button ● Used for turning the camera’s power on / off. ● If there is no operation during the specified time, the camera's power will be turned off automatically to save battery life.
  • Page 21: Wide Zoom

    ZOOM W / T button ● WIDE Zoom Optical zoom WIDE : Pressing the ZOOM W button. This will zoom out from the subject i.e. the subject will appear further away. Pressing the ZOOM W button continuously will set the camera to its minimum zoom setting i.e.
  • Page 22: Voice Recording / Voice Memo / Up Button

    Voice recording ( ) / Voice memo ( ) / UP button ■ While the menu is showing, press the UP button to move up the sub menu. When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, the UP button operates as the voice recording or voice memo ( ) button.
  • Page 23: Focus Lock

    Macro ( ) / Down button ■ Available focusing method, by recording mode (O : Selectable, X : Not selectable, ∞ : Infinity focus range) Mode Normal Macro Auto macro SCENE Mode ∞ Normal Macro Auto macro Focus lock ■ To focus on a subject not positioned in the centre of the picture, use the focus lock function. ●...
  • Page 24 Flash ( ) / Left button INFORMATION ● If you press the shutter button after selecting the Auto, Fill-in, Slow sychro flash, the first flash fires to check the shooting condition (Flash range and Power ratio of flash). Do not move until the second flash fires. ●...
  • Page 25: Self-Timer / Right Button

    Flash ( ) / Left button ● Available flash mode, by recording mode (O : Selectable X : Not selectable) Self-timer ( ) / Right button ■ When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the Right button makes the cursor shift to the right tab.
  • Page 26: Menu / Ok Button

    MENU / OK button ■ MENU button - When you press the MENU button, a menu related to each camera mode will be displayed on the LCD monitor. Pressing it again will return the LCD to the initial display. - A menu option can be displayed when the followings are selected : MOVIE CLIP and STILL IMAGE mode.
  • Page 27: E (Effect) Button

    M (Mode) button ● How to use the mode button : In case of [FULL] sub menu and Auto mode [Auto mode] [Pressing the Mode button] [Pressing the Right button] Auto Confirm:Mode/Ok [Mode selection menu] [Pressing the Left button] [Pressing the Up button] Night [Pressing the Left / Right button] Confirm:Mode/Ok...
  • Page 28: Special Effect : Colour

    Special Effect : Colour ■ By using the camera’s digital processor, it is possible to add special effects to your images. 1. Press the E button in the available camera modes. 2. Select the ( ) menu tab by pressing the Left / Right button. Normal [Still image mode] 3.
  • Page 29: Movie Clip Frame Stabiliser

    Special Effect : Preset focus frames ● Moving and changing the focus frame You can change the focus frame after selecting a Range menu. 1. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using the LCD monitor. 2.
  • Page 30: Button

    + / - button ■ You can use the + / - button to adjust the values for the RGB, ISO, white balance and exposure compensation. Main menu Sub menu R (Red), G (Green), B (Blue) AUTO, 50, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600 AUTO, DAYLIGHT, CLOUDY, FLUORESCENT H, FLUORESCENT L, WHITE BALANCE...
  • Page 31 + / - button ■ White balance : The white balance control allows you to adjust the colours to appear more natural. ● Selecting a White Balance 1. Press the + / - button, and then use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the white balance icon ( ).
  • Page 32: Using The Lcd Monitor To Set The Camera Settings

    + / - button ■ Exposure compensation : This camera automatically adjusts the exposure according to the ambient lighting conditions. You can also select the exposure value by using the + / - button. ● Compensating Exposure 1. Press the + / - button, and then use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the exposure compensation icon ( The exposure compensation menu bar will...
  • Page 33: How To Use The Menu

    Using the LCD monitor to set the camera settings Menu tab Main menu Sub menu Super Fine Fine QUALITY Normal FRAME RATE 30 FPS 15 FPS METERING Multi Spot Single Continuous SHOOTING Soft Normal SHARPNESS Vivid Full Basic INFORMATION LCD Save ※...
  • Page 34: Mode Set

    Mode Set ■ You can select the desired recording mode. [Auto] : For shooting basic still image [Program] : You can still manually configure all functions except the aperture value and shutter speed. [Movie] : For taking a movie clip [Night] : Use this for shooting still images at night or in other dark conditions.
  • Page 35: Size

    Size ■ You can select the image size appropriate for your application. STILL IMAGE mode Mode Icon Size 3072X2304 2592X1944 2048X1536 1024X768 SIZE 3072x2304 2592x1944 2048x1538 1024x768 [STILL IMAGE mode] INFORMATION ● High resolution images use more memory than lower resolution shots. Therefore the higher the resolution selected the fewer will be the number of shots available.
  • Page 36: Metering

    Metering ■ If you cannot obtain suitable exposure conditions, you can change the metering method to take brighter pictures. - Multi : Exposure will be calculated based on an average of the available light in the image area. However, the calculation will be biased towards the centre of the image area.
  • Page 37: Osd (On Screen Display) Information

    OSD (On Screen Display) information ■ In any mode with the exception of VOICE RECORDING mode, you can check the recording status in the LCD monitor. ■ Idle mode : If you select the [LCD Save] and the camera isn't operated during the specified time(about 30 SEC.), the camera power will be idle (LCD monitor : OFF, Camera status lamp : Blinking) automatically.
  • Page 38: Playing Back A Movie Clip

    Starting play mode ● Playing back a movie clip 1. Select the recorded movie clip that you want to play back by using the LEFT / RIGHT button. 2. Press the play & pause button ( ) to play back a movie clip file.
  • Page 39: Playing Back A Recorded Voice

    Starting play mode ● Playing back a recorded voice 1. Select the recorded voice that you want to play back by using the LEFT / RIGHT button. 2. Press the play & pause button ( ) to play back a recorded voice file. - To pause a recorded voice file, while playing it back, press the play &...
  • Page 40: Thumbnail / Enlargement Button

    Thumbnail / Enlargement button ● You can view multiple pictures, enlarge a selected picture, and crop and save a selected area of an image. ● Thumbnail display 1. While an image is displayed full screen, press the thumbnail button. 2. The thumbnail display will highlight the image that had been showing at the time the thumbnail mode was selected.
  • Page 41: Voice Memo / Up Button

    Thumbnail / Enlargement button ● Trimming : You can extract part of the image and save it separately. 1. Select an image that you want to enlarge and press the enlargement button. 2. Different parts of the image can be viewed by pressing the 5 function button.
  • Page 42: Play & Pause / Down Button

    Play & Pause ( ■ In Play mode, the play & pause/ down button works as follows: - If the menu is displayed Press the DOWN button to move from the main menu to a sub menu, or to move down the sub menu cursor. - If a still image with a voice memo, a voice file, or a movie clip is playing In Stop mode : Plays a still image with a voice memo, a voice file, or a movie clip.
  • Page 43: Setting Up The Play Back Function Using The Lcd Monitor

    Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor ■ PLAY mode functions can be changed by using the LCD monitor. In the PLAY mode, pressing the MENU button displays the menu on the LCD monitor. The menus you can set up in Play mode are as follows. To capture an image after setting up the play menu, press the PLAY mode button or shutter button.
  • Page 44 Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor ■ This menu is available while the camera is connected to a PictBridge supporting printer (direct connection to the camera, sold separately) with a USB cable. Menu tab Main menu Sub menu One Pic IMAGES...
  • Page 45: Starting The Slide Show

    Starting the slide show ■ Images can be displayed continuously at pre-set intervals. You can view the slide show by connecting the camera to an external monitor. 1. Select the [Show] sub menu by pressing the UP / DOWN button and press the RIGHT button. 2.
  • Page 46: On Screen Display Information

    On Screen Display information ■ You can check shooting information about the displayed image. 1. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP / DOWN button and press the OK button. Av : F2.8 Tv : 1/60 ISO : 50 Flash:OFF 3072x2304 2007/02/01...
  • Page 47: Resize

    Resize ■ Change the resolution (size) of pictures taken. Select the [User Image] to save an image to be the start-up image. The resized image will have a new file name. 1. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP / DOWN button and press the OK button.
  • Page 48: Deleting Images

    Deleting images ■ Of all the files stored in the memory card, the unprotected files in the DCIM subfolder will be deleted. Remember that this will permanently delete unprotected images. Important shots should be stored on a computer before deletion takes place. The startup image and SKIN image are stored in the camera's internal memory (i.e., not on the memory card) and it will not be deleted even if you delete all files on the memory card.
  • Page 49: Dpof

    DPOF ■ DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) allows you to embed printing information on your memory card’s MISC folder. Select the pictures to be printed and how many prints to make. ■ The DPOF indicator will display on the LCD monitor when an image that has DPOF information plays back.
  • Page 50: Dpof : Print Size

    DPOF : Print size ■ You can specify the print size when printing images stored on the memory card. The [Size] menu is available only for DPOF 1.1 compatible printers. ● Setting the Print Size 1. Select the [Size] menu by pressing the UP / DOWN button and press the RIGHT button.
  • Page 51: Pictbridge : Picture Selection

    PictBridge : Picture Selection ■ If you select [Computer] sub menu in the [USB] setup menu, [Connecting Computer] message will display when you connect the camera to your printer and the connection will not be established. In this case, press the Printer button. [Connecting Printer] message will display and the Easy printing mode will be selected.
  • Page 52: Pictbridge : Print

    PictBridge : Print Setting ■ Custom Set : You can select the Paper Size, Print Format, Paper Type, Print Quality, Date Print, and File Name Print menus for printed pictures. 1. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to select the [CUSTOM SET] menu tab.
  • Page 53: Pictbridge : Reset

    PictBridge : RESET ■ Initialises user-changed configurations. 1. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to select the [RESET] menu tab. 2. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the desired submenu value, and then press the OK button. If [No] is selected : Settings will not be reset. If [Yes] is selected : All print and image settings will be reset.
  • Page 54: File Name

    Setup menu Menu tab Main menu Sub menu Sound Medium High Computer Printer Dark Normal Bright NTSC Video Out Quick View Off, 0.5, 1, 3 sec Reset ※ Menus are subject to change without prior notice. File name ■ This function allows the user to select the file naming format. Secondary menu Page [Series] : New files are named using numbers that...
  • Page 55: Auto Power Off

    Auto power off ■ This function switches the camera off after a specified period in order to prevent unnecessary battery drainage. [Off] : The power off function will not operate. [1, 3, 5, 10 min] : The power will turn off automatically if not used for the period of time specified.
  • Page 56: Setting Up The Date / Time / Date

    Setting up the Date / Time / Date type ■ You can change the date and time that will be displayed on the captured images and set up the date type. RIGHT button : Selects the year / month / day / hour / minute date type.
  • Page 57: Lcd Brightness

    LCD brightness ■ You can adjust the LCD brightness. Selecting Video out type ■ The Movie output signal from the camera can be NTSC or PAL. Your choice of output will be governed by the type of device (monitor or TV, etc.) to which the camera is connected.
  • Page 58: Setting Up The Mycam Menu

    Setting up the Mycam menu ■ YYou can set up a start up image, start up sound and shutter sound. Every working mode of camera with the exception of Voice recording mode has the MyCAM menu. The items indicated by are default settings.
  • Page 59: Important Notes

    - Pay attention not to get fingerprints or foreign substances on the surface of the lens. ■ If the digital camera is not used for a long period, an electric discharge can occur. It is a good idea to remove the battery and the memory card if you do not intend to use the camera for an extended period of time.
  • Page 60: Warning Indicator

    ■ Before an important event or going on a trip, you should check the camera condition. - Take a picture to test the camera's condition, and prepare spare batteries. - Samsung cannot be held responsible for camera malfunctions. Warning indicator ■ There are several warnings that may appear on the LCD display Card Error! •Memory card error...
  • Page 61: Before Contacting A Service Centre

    Before contacting a service centre ■ Please check the following The camera doesn’t switch on •There is low battery capacity → Insert fresh batteries. (p.10) •The battery may be inserted incorrectly. → Insert the battery according to the polarity marks (+, -) •The battery is not inserted →...
  • Page 62: Specifications

    Before contacting a service centre The images don't play back •Incorrect file name (Violation of DCF format) → Do not change the image file name Colour of image is different to the original scene •White balance or effect setting is incorrect →...
  • Page 63: Software

    3072x2304 2592x1944 《62》 - Capacity (256MB MMC) ※ These figures are measured under Samsung’s standard conditions and may ■ Image Play - Type : Single image, Thumbnails, Slide show, Movie Clip - Editing : Trimming, Rotating, Resizing, Colour Effect ■ Interface : Digital output connector : USB 2.0 (Mass Storage Class) ■...
  • Page 64: Software Notes

    •Using a Hand-made PC or a PC and OS that has not been guaranteed by the manufacturer is not covered by the Samsung warranty. •Before reading this manual, you should have a basic knowledge of computers and O/S (Operating Systems).
  • Page 65: Setting Up The Application Software

    After this has been done, the stored images in the camera can be moved to the PC and can be edited by an image editing program. ■ You can visit the Samsung web-site through the internet. http://www.samsungcamera.com : English http://www.samsungcamera.co.kr : Korean 1.
  • Page 66 Setting up the application software 3. After restarting the computer, connect the PC to the camera with the USB cable. 4. Turn the camera power on. The [Found New Hardware Wizard] will open and the computer will recognise the camera. ※...
  • Page 67: Starting Pc Mode

    Starting PC mode •If you connect the USB cable to a USB port on your PC and then turn on the power, the camera will automatically switch to "computer connection mode". •In this mode, you can download stored images to your PC through the USB cable.
  • Page 68 Starting PC mode ■ Downloading stored images You can download the still images stored on the camera to your PC's hard disk and print them or use a photo editing software to edit them. 1. Connect the camera to your PC with the USB cable. 2.
  • Page 69: Removing The Removable Disk

    Removing the removable disk ■ Windows 98/98SE 1. Check whether the camera and PC are transferring a file. If the camera status lamp blinks, please wait until the lamp has finished blinking and is constantly on. 2. Unplug the USB cable. ■...
  • Page 70: Removing The Usb Driver For Windows 98Se

    ■ You can download, view, edit and save your images and movies with this software. This software is only compatible with Windows except for the Windows 98. ■ To start the program, click [Start → Programs → Samsung → Digimax Master → Digimax Master].
  • Page 71 Digimax Master 4. Select a destination and make a folder to save downloaded images and folders. - Folder names can be made in order of date and images will be downloaded. - Folder name will be made as you want and images will be downloaded.
  • Page 72 Digimax Master ● Image edit : You can edit the still image. ① ② ③ - Image edit functions are listed below. ① Edit menu : You can select the following menus. [Tools] : You can resize or crop the selected image. See the [Help] menu. [Adjust] : You can modify image quality.
  • Page 73: Faq

    Digimax Master ■ Movies for viewing on the camera : You can play back a movie on this camera 1. Select a movie for playing back on the camera by pressing the [Add] button. Insert effects and edit the movie. To save the edited movie, press the [Make] button. 2.
  • Page 74 Case 6 When I open the Device Manager (by clicking Start → (Settings) → Control Panel → (Performance and Maintenance) → System → (Hardware) → Device Manager), there are Unknown Devices or Other Devices entries with a yellow question mark(?) beside them or devices with an exclamation mark(!) beside them.
  • Page 75: Correct Disposal Of This Product

    This product should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal. Samsung Techwin cares for the environment at all product manufacturing stages to preserve the environment, and is taking a number of steps to provide customers with more environment-friendly products.
  • Page 76 ■ ■ Declaration of Conformity Trade Name : SAMSUNG TECHWIN Model No. : Samsung L700 Responsible Party : Samsung Opto-Electronics America, INC. Address : 40 Seaview Dr. Secaucus,NJ 07094 Telephone No. : 201-902-0347 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to...
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  • Page 78 SAMSUNG OPTO-ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC. 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) www.samsungcamerausa.com If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung cameras, Please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center SAMSUNG FRANCE S.A.S. HOTLINE PHOTO NUMÉRIQUE : 00 800 22 26 37 27 (Numéro Vert-Appel Gratuit) www.samsungphoto.fr...

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