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Health and safety information
Always comply with the following precautions and usage tips to avoid dangerous situations and ensure peak performance of your camera.
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Health and safety information
t Do not expose the camera to direct sunlight or high Protect batteries, chargers, and memory cards from
temperatures for an extended period of time. Prolonged damage
exposure to sunlight or extreme temperatures can cause
permanent damage to your camera’s internal components. t Avoid exposing batteries or memory cards to very cold or very
hot temperatures (below 0º C/32º F or above 40º C/104º F).
t Avoid using or storing your camera in dusty, dirty, humid, or
Extreme temperatures can reduce the charging capacity of your
poorly-ventilated areas to prevent damage to moving parts and
batteries and can cause memory cards to malfunction.
internal components.
t Prevent batteries from making contact with metal objects, as
t Remove the batteries from your camera when storing it for an
this can create a connection between the + and – terminals
extended period of time. Installed batteries may leak or corrode
of your battery and lead to temporary or permanent battery
over time and cause serious damage to your camera.
damage.
t Protect your camera from sand and dirt when using it on
t Prevent memory cards from making contact with liquids, dirt, or
beaches or in other similar areas.
foreign substances. If dirty, wipe the memory card clean with a
t Protect your camera and monitor from impact, rough handling, soft cloth before inserting in your camera.
and excessive vibration to avoid serious damage.
t Turn off the camera when inserting or removing the memory
t Exercise caution when connecting cables or adapters and card.
installing batteries and memory cards. Forcing the connectors,
t Do not bend, drop, or subject memory cards to heavy impact
improperly connecting cables, or improperly installing batteries
or pressure.
and memory cards can damage ports, connectors, and
accessories. t Do not use memory cards that have been formatted by other
cameras or by a computer. Reformat the memory card with
t Do not insert foreign objects into any of your camera’s
your camera.
compartments, slots, or access points. Damage due to
improper use may not be covered by your warranty. t Never use a damaged charger, battery, or memory card.
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Health and safety information
Use only Samsung-approved accessories Ensure maximum battery and charger life
Using incompatible accessories may damage your camera, t Overcharging batteries may shorten battery life. After charging is
cause injury, or void your warranty. finished, disconnect the cable from your camera.
t Over time, unused batteries will discharge and must be
Protect your camera’s lens recharged before use.
t Disconnect chargers from power sources when not in use.
t Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight, as this may discolour
the image sensor or cause it to malfunction. t Use batteries only for their intended purpose.
t Protect your lens from fingerprints and scratches. Clean your
lens with a soft, clean, debris-free lens cloth. Exercise caution when using the camera in humid
environments
Use earphones with caution When transferring the camera from a cold environment to a warm
t Do not use earphones while driving, cycling, or operating and humid one, condensation can form on the delicate electronic
motorised vehicles. Doing so may create a traffic hazard and circuitry and memory card. In this situation, wait for at least 1 hour
may be illegal in some areas. until all moisture has evaporated before using the camera.
t Use only the minimum volume setting necessary. Listening to
earphones at high volume can damage your hearing. Check that the camera is operating properly before use
The manufacturer takes no responsibility for any loss of files or
damage that may result from camera malfunction or improper
use.
Important usage information
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Organisation of the user manual
Basic functions 10
©2009 SAMSUNG DIGITAL IMAGING CO., LTD.
Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic
Camera specifications or contents of this manual may be functions for shooting, and how to transfer files to and
changed without prior notice due to upgrade of camera from your computer.
functions.
Extended functions 31
Learn how to take a photo by selecting a mode and
how to record a video or voice memo.
Copyright information
Shooting options 40
t Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are
registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. Learn about the options you can set in Shooting mode.
t Mac is a registered trademark of the Apple Corporation.
t is a registered trademark of SRS Labs, Inc. WOW
Playback/Editing 61
HD technology is incorporated under license from SRS Learn how to play back photos, videos, or voice
Labs, Inc. memos and edit photos or videos. Also, learn how to
connect your camera to your photo printer or TV.
Multimedia 77
Learn to use Multimedia modes: Music mode, Videos
mode, and Text Viewer mode.
Appendixes 86
Refer to settings, error messages, specifications, and
maintenance tips.
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Indications used in this manual Icons used in this manual
Shooting mode Indication Icon Function
Smart Auto S Additional information
Auto a Safety warnings and precautions
Program p Camera buttons; for example: [Shutter] (represents the
[ ]
Scene s shutter button)
DIS d ( ) Page number of related information
Movie v The order of options or menus you must select to
perform a step; for example: Select >
Multimedia m
(represents Select >, and then )
*† Annotation
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Expressions used in this manual
Subject
Composition
Background
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Quick reference
Taking photos of people Adjusting the exposure (brightness) t Connecting your camera to a
computer f 22
t s mode > Beauty Shot, Portrait, Children f 33 t ISO speed (to adjust the sensitivity to light) f 46 t Viewing files by category in
t Red-eye, Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye) t EV (to adjust exposure) f 53 Smart Album f 63
f 45 t ACB (to compensate for subjects against bright t Deleting all files on the
t Face Detection f 50 backgrounds) f 54 memory card f 65
t Metering f 55 t Viewing files as a slide show
t AEB (to take 3 photos of the same scene with different f 67
Taking photos at night or in the dark exposures) f 58 t Viewing files on a TV f 74
t Using a multimedia mode
t s mode > Night, Dawn, Firework f 33 (listen to music, play videos
t Flash options f 45 Applying a different effect and view text files) f 78
t ISO speed (to adjust the sensitivity to light) f 46 t Adjusting sound and volume
t Photo styles (to apply tones) f 59 f 88
t Image adjustment (to adjust saturation, sharpness, or t Adjusting the brightness of
Taking action photos contrast) f 60 the display f 88
t Changing the display
t Continuous, Motion Capture f 58 language f 88
Reducing camera shake t Setting the date and time
f 89
Taking photos of text, insects, or t d mode f 36 t Formatting the memory card
f 89
flowers
t Troubleshooting f 96
t s mode > Close Up, Text f 33
t Macro, Auto Macro, Super Macro (to take close-up
photos) f 47
t White balance (to change the colour tone) f 56
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Contents
Basic functions ...................................................................... 10 Adjusting the exposure in the Night mode .............................. 35
Unpacking ......................................................................... 11 Using the DIS mode ............................................................ 36
Camera layout ................................................................... 12 Using the Program mode ..................................................... 36
Icons ................................................................................. 14 Recording a video ............................................................... 37
Turning your camera on or off ........................................... 15 Recording voice memos ................................................... 39
Using the touch screen ..................................................... 16 Recording a voice memo ..................................................... 39
Adding a voice memo to a photo .......................................... 39
Setting the touch screen ................................................... 18
Selecting a display type ....................................................... 18
Setting the touch vibration or sound ...................................... 18
Shooting options ................................................................... 40
Selecting a resolution and quality ...................................... 41
Taking photos .................................................................... 19
Selecting a resolution ........................................................... 41
Zooming ............................................................................. 20
Selecting image quality ........................................................ 42
Transferring files to your computer (for Windows) .............. 21
Using the timer .................................................................. 43
Installing programs ............................................................... 21
Transferring files to your PC .................................................. 22 Shooting in the dark .......................................................... 45
Preventing red-eye .............................................................. 45
Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) .......................... 23
Using the flash .................................................................... 45
Transferring multimedia files to the camera ............................. 23
Adjusting the ISO speed ...................................................... 46
Using Samsung Converter ................................................... 25
Using Samsung Master ....................................................... 26 Changing the camera’s focus ............................................ 47
Using macro ....................................................................... 47
Transferring files to your computer (for Mac users) ............ 28
Using auto focus ................................................................. 47
Transferring files to your computer ......................................... 28
Using smart touch focus ...................................................... 48
Transferring multimedia files to the camera ............................. 28
Adjusting the focus area ....................................................... 49
Tips for getting a clearer photo .......................................... 29
Using face detection ......................................................... 50
Extended functions .............................................................. 31 Detecting faces ................................................................... 50
Taking a self portrait shot ...................................................... 51
Shooting modes ................................................................ 32
Taking a smile shot .............................................................. 51
Using the Smart Auto mode ................................................. 32
Detecting eye blinking .......................................................... 51
Using the Scene mode ........................................................ 33
Using smart face recognition ................................................ 52
Using the Beauty Shot mode ................................................ 33
Using the frame guide .......................................................... 34
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Contents
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Basic functions
Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic functions for shooting, and how to transfer files to
and from your computer.
Optional accessories
Camera case
Basic functions 11
Camera layout
Before you start, familiarise yourself with your camera's parts and their functions.
POWER button
Speaker
Shutter button
Microphone AF-assist light/timer lamp
Flash
Lens
Lens cover
Multifunction jack
Accepts USB, A/V cable, or Tripod mount
earphones
Basic functions 12
Camera layout
Status lamp
t Blinking: When saving a photo or video, being read
by a computer or printer, or out of focus
t Steady: When connecting to a computer or in focus
Playback button
Basic functions 13
Icons
The icons displayed will change according to the mode you select or the options you set.
A
B. Status icons C. Option icons (touch)
Icon Description Icon Description
Aperture and shutter speed Flash option
Basic functions 14
Turning your camera on or off
Learn how to start your camera.
Rotate the lens cover to open. You can also press [POWER] with Turning on your camera in Playback mode
the lens cover open. Press [Playback]. The camera turns on and accesses Playback
mode immediately.
MENU
To turn off the camera, rotate the lens cover to close or press
[POWER].
Press and hold [Playback] to mute camera sounds.
Do not rotate the lens cover by pulling on the opening. Doing this may cause
you to touch or damage the lens.
Basic functions 15
Using the touch screen
Learn basic actions to use the touch screen. Use the supplied touch pen to touch or drag on the screen.
Do not use other sharp objects, such as pens or pencils, to touch the screen.
Touching
Doing so may damage the screen. Touch an icon to select a menu or option.
Dragging
Drag left or right to scroll horizontally.
EV
-2 -1 0 +1 +2
Basic functions 16
Using the touch screen
Using gestures
Perform certain functions by drawing commands on the touch
screen.
Gesture Description
t Draw a horizontal bar from left to right to view
the next file.
t Draw a horizontal bar from right to left to view
the previous file.
Basic functions 17
Setting the touch screen
Learn how to change the basic settings for the touch screen according to your preferences.
Volume :Medium
Haptic Strength Off
Haptic&Sound Haptic
Option Description Shutter Sound Sound
Full: Display the name of an option when you select an icon. Start Sound All
Basic: Display icons without the name of an option. This 1/2
Basic functions 18
Taking photos
Learn basic actions to take photos easily and quickly in the Auto mode.
1 Make sure that the camera is in the a mode (Auto), the 2 Align your subject in the frame.
camera’s default shooting mode.
Basic functions 19
Taking photos
Optical range
Zoom out
Basic functions 20
Transferring files to your computer (for Windows)
Transfer files by connecting your camera to your PC.
Basic functions 21
Transferring files to your computer (for Windows)
Basic functions 22
Transferring files to your computer (for Windows)
3 On your PC, select My Computer Removable Disk Transferring multimedia files to the camera
DCIM 100SSCAM.
Requirements
4 Select the files you want and drag or save them to your
Your camera will support the following file types.
PC.
Multimedia
Supported type
mode
t File type: MP3 (MPEG-1/2/2.5 Layer 3)
Music
t Bit rate: 48 - 320 Kbps (including VBR)
Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) Videos File type: PMP SDC*
The way to disconnect the USB cable for Windows 2000/Vista t File type: TXT (up to 99,999 pages)
is similar. t Encoding type
1 If the status lamp on your camera is blinking, wait until - Windows: ANSI (Windows 98 or later)/
Unicode/Unicode (Big-Endian)/
it stops. UTF-8 (Windows 2000/XP)
Text Viewer
2 Click on the tool bar at the bottom right of your PC - Mac: ANSI, Unicode (UTF-16)
t Language†: English, Korean, French, German,
screen. Spanish, Italian, Chinese, Taiwanese, Japanese,
Russian, Portuguese, Dutch, Danish, Swedish,
Finnish, Bahasa, Polish, Hungarian, Czech, Turkish
* A file type that is converted with Samsung Converter (p. 25)
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†
Subject to change without prior notice
Click the pop-up message.
4 Remove the USB cable. t Duplicating multimedia files may violate copyright laws.
t Without permission of the manufacturer, you cannot duplicate, modify
and/or distribute any part or all MP3 or PMP files provided in the
internal memory.
Basic functions 23
Transferring files to your computer (for Windows)
Transferring multimedia files to the camera 4 Copy multimedia files to the corresponding folders.
t MP3 files to MP3 folder
1 Connect the camera to your PC. (p. 22) t SDC files to PMP folder
2 On your PC, select My Computer Removable Disk. t TXT files to TEXT folder
Basic functions 24
Transferring files to your computer (for Windows)
Basic functions 25
Transferring files to your computer (for Windows)
Basic functions 26
Transferring files to your computer (for Windows)
Basic functions 27
Transferring files to your computer (for Mac users)
When you connect the camera to a Macintosh computer, the computer will recognise the device automatically. You can transfer files directly
from the camera to the computer without installing any programs.
Basic functions 28
Tips for getting a clearer photo
Focus frame
t Press [Shutter] to take the photo
if displayed in green.
t Change the frame and half-press
[Shutter] again if displayed in red.
Basic functions 29
Preventing your subject from being out of focus
It may be difficult to get your subject in focus when: t When you take photos in low light
- there is little contrast between the subject and background
(When your subject is wearing a colour of clothing that is similar to the Turn on the flash.
background) (p. 45)
- the light source behind the subject is too bright
- the subject is shiny
- the subject includes horizontal patterns, such as blinds
- the subject is not positioned in the centre of the frame
Basic functions 30
Extended functions
Learn how to take a photo by selecting a mode and how to
record a video or voice memo.
t If the camera does not recognise a proper scene mode, S will not
change and the default settings will be used.
t Even if there is a face detected, the camera may not select a portrait
Icon Description mode depending on the subject's position or lighting.
Appears when taking photos of landscapes. t The camera may not select the correct scene depending on shooting
environments, such as camera shake, lighting and distance to the
Appears when taking photos of bright backgrounds. subject.
t Even if you use a tripod, the mode may not be detected depending
Appears when taking photos of landscapes at night.
on the subject's movement.
This is available only when the flash is off.
Appears when taking portraits at night.
Extended functions 32
Shooting modes
Using the Scene mode 3 Align your subject in the frame and half-press [Shutter]
Take a photo with options preset for a specific scene. to focus.
2 Select a scene.
This mode allows you to choose an appropriate
scene for a variety of situations.
Scene Using the Beauty Shot mode
Take a photo of a person with options to hide facial imperfections.
Extended functions 33
Shooting modes
Cancel Frame:Back
Extended functions 34
Shooting modes
Adjusting the exposure in the Night mode 6 Align your subject in the frame and half-press [Shutter]
In the Night mode, you can catch brief flashes of light as curved to focus.
streaks by extending the exposure. Use a slow shutter speed
to extend the time until the shutter closes. Increase the aperture 7 Press [Shutter] to take the photo.
value to prevent overexposure.
Use a tripod to prevent your photos from blurring.
1 In Shooting mode, select a s .
2 Select f Aperture.
Aperture Shutter
Speed
3 Select an option.
Extended functions 35
Shooting modes
Extended functions 36
Shooting modes
The zoom sound may be recorded if you use the zoom while recording a
On: Record a video with sound.
video.
Extended functions 37
Shooting modes
To pause recording
The camera allows you to pause temporarily while recording a
video. With this function, you can record your favourite scenes as
a single video.
Select to pause while recording. Select it again to resume.
Stop: Shutter
Extended functions 38
Recording voice memos apsd
Learn how to record a voice memo that you can play back at any time. You can add a voice memo to a photo as a short reminder of
shooting conditions.
You will get the best sound quality when recording 40 cm away from the camera.
Record Memo
2 Press [Shutter] to record. 2 Align your subject in the frame and take a photo.
t Select to pause and to resume. t You will begin recording a voice memo right after taking the
t The available recording time will be displayed on the top of photo.
the screen.
t You can record voice memos of up to 10 hours in length. 3 Record a short voice memo (10 seconds maximum).
t Press [Shutter] to stop recording a voice memo.
3 Press [Shutter] to stop.
Extended functions 39
Shooting options
Learn about the options you can set in Shooting mode.
Selecting a resolution and quality ………… 41 Adjusting brightness and colour ………… 53
Selecting a resolution ………………………… 41 Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) ………… 53
Selecting image quality ………………………… 42 Compensating for backlighting (ACB) ………… 54
Using the timer ……………………………… 43 Changing the metering option ………………… 55
Selecting a light source (White balance) ……… 56
Shooting in the dark ………………………… 45
Preventing red-eye …………………………… 45 Using burst modes ………………………… 58
Using the flash ………………………………… 45 Improving your photos ……………………… 59
Adjusting the ISO speed ……………………… 46 Applying photo styles ………………………… 59
Changing the camera’s focus ……………… 47 Defining your own RGB tone ………………… 59
Using macro …………………………………… 47 Adjusting your photos ………………………… 60
Using auto focus ……………………………… 47
Using smart touch focus ……………………… 48
Adjusting the focus area ……………………… 49
Using face detection ………………………… 50
Detecting faces ………………………………… 50
Taking a self portrait shot ……………………… 51
Taking a smile shot …………………………… 51
Detecting eye blinking ………………………… 51
Using smart face recognition ………………… 52
Selecting a resolution and quality
Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings.
2 Select an option.
Option Description
3456 X 2592 800 X 592: Play back on an SDTV.
640 X 480: Play back on a general TV.
320 X 240: Post on a web page.
Option Description
3456 X 2592: Print on A2 paper.
3456 X 2304: Print on A3 paper in wide ratio (3:2).
3456 X 1944: Print on A3 paper in panorama ratio (16:9).
2592 X 1944: Print on A4 paper.
2048 X 1536: Print on A5 paper.
1024 X 768: Attach to email.
Shooting options 41
Selecting a resolution and quality
2 Select an option.
Fine
Option Description
Super Fine
Fine
Normal
The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.
Shooting options 42
Using the timer Sapsdv
Option Description
Off: The timer is not active.
10 Sec: Take a photo in 10 seconds.
2 Sec: Take a photo in 2 seconds.
Double: Take a photo in 10 seconds and take another
in 2 seconds.
Motion Timer: Detect your movement and then take a
photo. (p. 44)
The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.
Shooting options 43
Using the timer
Using the motion timer 5 Pose for your photo while the AF-assist light/timer lamp
is blinking.
1 In Shooting mode, select .
t The AF-assist light/timer lamp will stop blinking just before the
2 Press [Shutter]. camera automatically takes a photo.
Shooting options 44
Shooting in the dark
Learn how to take photos at night or in low light conditions.
2 Select an option.
Off
Option Description
Off:
t The flash will not fire.
t Camera shake warning ( ) will be displayed when
shooting in low light.
Auto: The camera will select a proper flash setting for
the detected scene in the S mode.
Auto: The flash fires automatically when the subject or
background is dark.
Shooting options 45
Shooting in the dark
Shooting options 46
Changing the camera’s focus
Learn how to adjust the camera's focus according to your subjects.
2 Select an option.
Normal (AF)
Option Description
Normal (AF): Focus on a subject farther than 80 cm.
t Try to hold the camera very still to prevent blurry photos.
Auto Macro: Focus on a subject farther than 5 cm
t Turn off the flash if the distance to the subject is less than 40 cm. (farther than 50 cm when using zoom).
Macro: Focus on a subject 5 - 80 cm (50 - 80 cm when
using zoom).
Super Macro: Focus on a subject between 1 to 5 cm.
Shooting options 47
Changing the camera’s focus
Using smart touch focus apsd The colour of the focus frame indicates the tracking and focus
status:
Smart touch AF allows you to track and auto focus on your
subject, even when you are moving. Simply set the focus area to t White: Tracking the subject
Smart Touch AF (p. 49) and touch the subject you want to track t Green: Auto focus when you half-press [Shutter]
in the touch area (indicated by a frame).
t If you do not touch any area on the screen, the focus frame will
appear in the centre of the screen.
t Tracking a subject may fail when:
- the subject is too small
- the subject moves
- the subject is backlit or you are shooting in a dark place
- colours on the subject and the background are the same
- patterns on the subject and the background are the same
- the camera shakes excessively
In these cases, the focus frame will appear as a white single-line
frame.
t If the camera fails to track the subject, you must reselect the subject
A focus frame will appear on the subject and will follow the to track.
subject as you move the camera. t If the camera fails to fix the focus, the focus frame will change to a red
single-line frame.
Shooting options 48
Changing the camera’s focus
2 Select an option.
Center AF
Option Description
Center AF: Focus on the centre (suitable when subjects
are located in the centre).
Multi AF: Focus on one or more of 9 possible areas
(when the digital zoom is in use, the focus will change to
Center AF).
Smart Touch AF: Focus on and track the subject that
you touch on the screen.
The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.
Shooting options 49
Using face detection apsd
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. You can also use Smart Face Recognition to register faces and prioritise the focus on them.
The closer you are to the subject, the quicker your camera will detect faces.
Shooting options 50
Using face detection
Shooting options 51
Using face detection
Using smart face recognition t The camera may recognise and register faces incorrectly depending
The camera automatically registers faces that you frequently on lighting conditions, remarkable changes in the subject's pose or
face, and whether or not the subject is wearing glasses.
photograph (up to 10 people). This feature will automatically
t The camera may recognise faces and display the level indicator, even
prioritise the focus on those faces. This feature is available only
though they have not been registered.
when you use a memory card.
t You can view registered faces in order of priority while in Playback
mode. (p. 63) Even though faces are registered successfully, they may
not be classified in Playback mode.
t If the camera recognises a new face when there are 10 registered
faces, it will replace the face in the lowest priority with the new one.
t The camera can recognise up to 3 faces in one scene.
t When the camera does not recognise faces, it will still detect the
faces without prioritising them.
t You can manually register faces from photos you have already taken.
(p. 63)
Shooting options 52
Adjusting brightness and colour
Learn how to adjust the brightness and colour for better image quality.
EV
-2 -1 0 +1 +2
Shooting options 53
Adjusting brightness and colour