Samsung Camera PL10 User Manual

This user manual includes detailed usage
instructions for your camera. Please read

this manual thoroughly.
Ä Click a topic
Quick reference
Contents
User Manual Basic functions
PL10 Extended functions
Shooting options
Playback/Editing
Multimedia
Appendixes
Index
Health and safety information
Always comply with the following precautions and usage tips to avoid dangerous situations and ensure peak performance of your camera.
Prevent damage to subjects’ eyesight

Warning—situations that could cause injury to yourself or
others Do not use the flash in close proximity (closer than 1 m/3 ft) to
people or animals. Using the flash too close to your subject’s
Caution—situations that could cause damage to your eyes can cause temporary or permanent damage.
camera or other equipment
Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care
Note—notes, usage tips, or additional information
t Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers.
Incompatible batteries and chargers can cause serious injuries
or damage to your camera.
t Never dispose of batteries in a fire. Follow all local regulations
Safety warnings when disposing of used batteries.
t Never place batteries or cameras on or in heating devices,
Do not use your camera near flammable or explosive such as microwave ovens, stoves, or radiators. Batteries may
gases and liquids explode when overheated.
Do not use your camera near fuels, combustibles, or flammable

chemicals. Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases, or
explosive materials in the same compartment as the camera or its Safety precautions
accessories.
Handle and store your camera carefully and sensibly
Keep your camera away from small children and pets t Do not allow your camera to get wet—liquids can cause serious
Keep your camera and all accessories out of the reach of small damage. Do not handle your camera with wet hands. Water
children and animals. Small parts may cause choking or serious damage to your camera can void your manufacturer’s warranty.
injury if swallowed. Moving parts and accessories may present
physical dangers as well.
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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 from impact, rough handling, and soft cloth before inserting in your camera.
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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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
Allow only qualified personnel to service your camera

Do not allow unqualified personnel to service the camera or
attempt to service the camera yourself. Any damage that results
from unqualified service is not covered by your warranty.
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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 32
Learn how to take a photo by selecting a mode and
how to record a video or voice memo.
Copyright information
Shooting options 41
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 59
HD technology is incorporated under licence from SRS Learn how to play back photos, videos, or voice
Labs, Inc. memos and edit photos or videos. You will also learn
how to connect your camera to your photo printer or
TV.
Multimedia 74
Learn to use Multimedia modes: Music mode, Videos
mode, and Text Viewer mode.
Appendixes 83
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
DIS d [ ]
shutter button)
Photo Help Guide h ( ) Page number of related information
Scene s The order of options or menus you must select to
Movie v perform a step; for example: Select Functions White

Balance (represents select Functions, and then White
Multimedia u Balance).
*† Annotation
Shooting mode icons

These icons indicate that a function is available in the
corresponding modes. The s mode may not support Abbreviations used in this manual
functions for all scenes.
Abbreviation Definition
e.g.)
ACB Auto Contrast Balance
Available in the AEB Auto Exposure Bracket
Program, DIS, AF Auto Focus
and Movie modes
DIS Digital Image Stabilisation
DPOF Digital Print Order Format
EV Exposure Value
WB White Balance
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Expressions used in this manual
Pressing the shutter Exposure (Brightness)

tHalf-press [Shutter]: press the shutter halfway down The amount of light that enters your camera determines the
t Press [Shutter]: press the shutter all the way down exposure. You can alter the exposure with shutter speed,
aperture value, and ISO speed. By altering the exposure, your
photos will be darker or lighter.
Half-press [Shutter] Press [Shutter] Normal exposure Overexposure (too bright)
Subject, background, and composition

t Subject: the main object of a scene, such as a person, animal,
or still life
t Background: the objects around the subject
t Composition: the combination of a subject and background
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 23
t s mode > Beauty Shot, Portrait, Children f 34 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 61
f 45 t ACB (to compensate for subjects against bright t Deleting all files on the
t Face Detection f 49 backgrounds) f 53 memory card f 63
t Metering f 54 t Viewing files as a slide show
t AEB (to take three photos of the same scene with f 65
Taking photos at night or in the dark different exposures) f 56 t Viewing files on a TV f 72
t Using a multimedia mode
t s mode > Night, Dawn, Firework f 34 (listen to music, play videos
t Flash options f 45 Applying a different effect and view text files) f 75
t ISO speed (to adjust the sensitivity to light) f 46 t Adjusting sound and volume
t Photo styles (to apply tones) f 57 f 85
t Image adjustment (to adjust saturation, sharpness, or t Adjusting the brightness of
Taking action photos contrast) f 58 the display f 85
t Changing the display
language f 85
t Continuous, Motion Capture f 56
Reducing camera shake t Setting the date and time
f 86
Taking photos of text, insects, or t d mode f 37 t Formatting the memory card
f 86
flowers
t Troubleshooting f 93
t s mode > Close Up, Text f 34
t Macro, Auto Macro, Super Macro (to take close-up
photos) f 47
t White balance (to change the colour tone) f 54
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Contents
Basic functions ...................................................................... 10 Using the Beauty Shot mode ................................................ 34
Unpacking ......................................................................... 11 Using the frame guide .......................................................... 35
Camera layout ................................................................... 12 Adjusting the exposure in the Night mode .............................. 36
Icons ................................................................................. 14 Using the DIS mode ............................................................ 37
Turning your camera on or off ........................................... 15 Using the Program mode ..................................................... 37
Recording a video ............................................................... 38
Selecting options ............................................................... 16
Setting the display and sound ........................................... 18 Recording voice memos ................................................... 40
Recording a voice memo ..................................................... 40
Changing the display type .................................................... 18
Adding a voice memo to a photo .......................................... 40
Setting the sound ................................................................ 18
Taking photos .................................................................... 19
Shooting options ................................................................... 41
Zooming ............................................................................. 20
Selecting a resolution and quality ...................................... 42
Using the Photo Help Guide mode .................................... 21
Selecting a resolution ........................................................... 42
Transferring files to your computer (for Windows) .............. 22
Selecting image quality ........................................................ 42
Installing programs ............................................................... 22
Using the timer .................................................................. 43
Transferring files to your PC .................................................. 23
Shooting in the dark .......................................................... 45
Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) .......................... 24
Preventing red-eye .............................................................. 45
Transferring multimedia files to the camera ............................. 24
Using the flash .................................................................... 45
Using Samsung Converter ................................................... 26
Adjusting the ISO speed ...................................................... 46
Using Samsung Master ....................................................... 27
Changing the camera’s focus ............................................ 47
Transferring files to your computer (for Mac users) ............ 29
Using macro ....................................................................... 47
Transferring files to your computer ......................................... 29
Using auto focus ................................................................. 47
Transferring multimedia files to the camera ............................. 29
Adjusting the focus area ....................................................... 48
Tips for getting a clearer photo .......................................... 30
Using face detection ......................................................... 49
Detecting faces ................................................................... 49
Extended functions .............................................................. 32
Taking a self-portrait shot ...................................................... 50
Shooting modes ................................................................ 33
Taking a smile shot .............................................................. 50
Using the Smart Auto mode ................................................. 33
Detecting eye blinking .......................................................... 51
Using the Scene mode ........................................................ 34
Using smart face recognition ................................................ 51
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Contents
Adjusting brightness and colour ........................................ 53 Multimedia .............................................................................. 74

Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) .................................... 53 Using Multimedia mode .................................................... 75
Compensating for backlighting (ACB) .................................... 53 Using the Music mode ...................................................... 77
Changing the metering option ............................................... 54 Playing music files ............................................................... 77
Selecting a light source (White balance) ................................. 54 Using the Videos mode ..................................................... 79
Using burst modes ............................................................ 56 Using the Text Viewer mode .............................................. 80
Improving your photos ...................................................... 57 Multimedia mode settings menu ....................................... 81
Applying photo styles ........................................................... 57
Defining your own RGB tone ................................................ 57 Appendixes ............................................................................ 83
Adjusting your photos .......................................................... 58 Camera settings menu ...................................................... 84
Accessing the settings menu ................................................ 84
Playback/Editing ................................................................... 59 Sound ................................................................................ 85
Playing back ...................................................................... 60 Display ............................................................................... 85
Starting Playback mode ....................................................... 60 Settings .............................................................................. 86
Viewing photos ................................................................... 64 Error messages ................................................................. 88
Playing a video .................................................................... 66 Camera maintenance ........................................................ 89
Playing voice memos ........................................................... 67 Cleaning your camera .......................................................... 89
Editing a photo .................................................................. 68 About memory cards ........................................................... 90
Resizing photos .................................................................. 68 About the battery ................................................................. 91
Rotating a photo .................................................................. 68 Before contacting a service centre .................................... 93
Applying photo styles ........................................................... 69 Camera specifications ....................................................... 95
Defining your own RGB tone ................................................ 69
Index ............................................................................... 100
Correcting exposure problems ............................................. 70
Creating a print order (DPOF) ................................................ 71
Viewing files on a TV ......................................................... 72
Printing photos with a photo printer (PictBridge) ............... 73
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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.
Unpacking …………………………………… 11 Transferring files to your computer

Camera layout ……………………………… 12 (for Windows) ………………………………… 22
Icons …………………………………………… 14 Installing programs …………………………… 22
Transferring files to your PC …………………… 23
Turning your camera on or off …………… 15
Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) … 24
Selecting options …………………………… 16 Transferring multimedia files to the camera … 24
Setting the display and sound …………… 18 Using Samsung Converter …………………… 26
Changing the display type …………………… 18 Using Samsung Master ……………………… 27
Setting the sound ……………………………… 18 Transferring files to your computer
Taking photos ………………………………… 19 (for Mac users) ……………………………… 29
Zooming ……………………………………… 20 Transferring files to your computer …………… 29
Using the Photo Help Guide mode ……… 21 Transferring multimedia files to the camera … 29
Tips for getting a clearer photo …………… 30
Unpacking
Check your product box for the following items.
Optional accessories
Camera AC adapter/USB cable Rechargeable battery
Camera case
Strap Software CD-ROM A/V cable

(User manual included) Memory cards
The illustrations may differ from your

actual items.
Earphones Quick Start Manual
Basic functions 11
Camera layout
Before you start, familiarise yourself with your camera's parts and their functions.
POWER button
Speaker
Microphone
Shutter button
Flash Lens
AF-assist light/timer lamp
Multifuntion jack
Accepts the USB cable,
A/V cable, or earphone
Tripod mount
Battery chamber cover

Insert a memory card and battery
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
Zoom button
t Zoom in or out in Shooting mode.
Display t Zoom in on part of a photo or view files as thumbnails in Playback mode.
t Adjust volume in Playback mode or Multimedia mode.
Button Description
m Access options or menus.

Mode button: Open the list of shooting modes
In Shooting mode While setting
Icon Mode Description
D Change the display option Move up
Take a photo by letting the camera select a
S Smart Auto
scene mode as it detects Navigation M Change the macro option Move down
Take a photo quickly and easily with minimal F Change the flash option Move left
a Auto
settings t Change the timer option Move right
p Program Take a photo by setting options

o Confirm the highlighted option or menu.
Take a photo with options suitable for reducing
d DIS
camera shake Playback Enter Playback mode.
Photo Help
h Get shooting tips and practice shooting t Access options in Shooting mode.
Guide Function
t Delete files in Playback mode.
Take a photo with options preset for a specific
s Scene
scene
v Movie Record a video
u Multimedia Listen to MP3s, Play videos, and view text files
Basic functions 13
Icons
The icons displayed will change according to the mode you select or the options you set.
A A. Information B. Icons on the right

Icon Description Icon Description
Selected shooting mode Flash
Zoom ratio Timer

B
Auto focus
Available number of photos
Photo style
Available recording time
Face detection
Internal memory
Face tone
C Memory card inserted Face retouch
t : Fully charged Image adjustment (contrast, sharpness,
t : Partially charged saturation)
t : Charging needed Voice muted
Aperture and shutter speed

C. Icons on the left
Voice memo Icon Description
Auto focus frame Exposure value
Camera shake White balance

ISO speed
Current date and time
Photo resolution
Video resolution
Photo quality
Frame rate
Metering option
Long time shutter
Burst type
Basic functions 14
Turning your camera on or off
Learn how to start your camera.
Press [POWER] to turn your camera on or off. Turning on your camera in Playback mode
Press [P]. The camera turns on and accesses Playback mode
immediately.
Press and hold [P] to mute camera sounds.
Basic functions 15
Selecting options
You can select options by pressing [m] and using the navigation buttons ([D], [M], [F], [t]).
You can also access shooting options by pressing [f] but some options are not available.
1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. E.g. Select a white balance option in the P mode
2 Use the navigation buttons to scroll to an option or 1 In Shooting mode, press [O].
menu.
t To move left or right, press [F] or [t]. 2 Press [D] or [M] to scroll to Program and then
t To move up or down, press [D] or [M]. press [t] or [o].
3 Press [m].
EV
EV
Functions White Balance
ISO
Sound
Face Detection
Display Photo Size
Settings Quality
Back Move ACB
Exit Change
3 Press [o] to confirm the highlighted option or menu.

4 Press [D] or [M] to scroll to Functions and then
press [t] or [o].
Going back to the previous menu
Press [m] again to go back to the previous menu.
Press [Shutter] to return to Shooting mode.
Basic functions 16
Selecting options
5 Press [D] or [M] to scroll to White Balance and

then press [t] or [o].
EV
White Balance
ISO
Face Detection
Photo Size
Quality
ACB
Exit Back
6 Press [F] or [t] to scroll to a white balance option.
Daylight
Back Move
7 Press [o].
Basic functions 17
Setting the display and sound
Learn how to change the basic settings for the display and sound according to your preferences.
Changing the display type Setting the sound

Select a style of display for Shooting or Playback mode. Set whether your camera emits a specified sound when you
operate your camera.
Press [D] repeatedly to change a display type.
1 In Shooting or Playback mode, press [m].
2 Select Sound Beep Sound an option.

Option Description
Show all photographic Off The camera does not emit any sounds.
information.
1/2/3 The camera emits sounds.
3 Press [m] to return to the previous mode.
Mode Description
t Display all information about shooting
Shooting t Hide information about shooting, except the
available number of photos
t Display all information about the current photo
t Hide all information about the current file
Playback
t Display information about the current photo, except
the shooting settings and captured date
Basic functions 18
Taking photos
Learn basic actions to take photos easily and quickly in the Auto mode.
1 In Shooting mode, press [O]. 4 Half-press [Shutter] to focus.

t A green frame means the subject in focus.
2 Select Auto.
Smart Auto
Auto
Program
DIS
Photo Help Guide
This mode minimizes user settings for
quick, convenient shooting.
3 Align your subject in the frame. 5 Press [Shutter] to take a photo.
See page 30 for tips to get clearer photos.
Basic functions 19
Taking photos
Zooming Digital zoom

You can shoot close-up photos by adjusting the zoom. Your If the zoom indicator is in the digital range, your camera is using
camera has a 3X optical zoom and 5X digital zoom. By using the digital zoom. The picture quality may deteriorate when you
both, you can zoom in up to 15 times. use the digital zoom.
Push [Zoom] up to zoom in on your subject. Push [Zoom] down Optical range Zoom indicator
to zoom out.
Zoom ratio
Zoom in Digital range
t The digital zoom is not available when using S, d, s (in some

scenes), and v modes and when used with Face Detection.
t It may take longer to save a photo when using the digital zoom.
Zoom out
Basic functions 20
Using the Photo Help Guide mode
This mode provides various shooting tips. Learn how to get better photos and videos.
1 In Shooting mode, press [O]. 5 View a topic.

t Press [D] or [M] to display the previous or next screen.
2 Select Photo Help Guide.
Photo Help Guide
3 Select a menu from the list.
Press the Fn button.
Photo Help Guide Move to ISO using the up and
Photo Help Guide down buttons.
Features to use when the image is out of focus

Features to reduce camera shake
Features to use in low light conditions
Features to use when adjusting brightness Back Practice
Features to use when adjusting colours

Change
6 Press [o] to practice.
t Press [D] to return to the list.
4 Select a submenu.
t Press [F] to go back to the previous menu.
t While practicing, you cannot set shooting options or menus.
Basic functions 21
Transferring files to your computer (for Windows)
Transfer files by connecting your camera to your PC.
Installing programs Programs contained on the CD
Hardware and software requirements Program Purpose

Samsung Master Edit photos and videos.
Item Requirements Convert videos so that they can be played
Samsung Converter*
on the camera.
Pentium III 500 MHz or better
CPU Xvid Codec Code and decode video files.
(Pentium III 800 MHz or better recommended)
RAM 256 MB or more (512 MB or more recommended) Adobe Reader View the user manual.
OS Windows 2000/XP/Vista * Pentium IV or better is recommended to use the program.
Hard disk
250 MB or more (1 GB or more recommended)
capacity
t USB port
t CD-ROM drive
Others t 1024 x 768 pixels, 16-bit colour display compatible
monitor (24-bit colour display recommended)
t Microsoft Direct X 9.0C or later
t Using a self-assembled PC or a PC and OS that are not supported

may void your warranty.
t These programs may not work properly on 64-bit Edition of Windows
XP and Vista.
Basic functions 22
1 Insert the installation CD in a compatible CD-ROM drive. Transferring files to your PC

2 When the setup screen is displayed, click Samsung Once you connect the camera to your PC, the camera will be
recognised as a removable drive.
Digital Camera Installer to start installation.
The battery will be charged while the camera is connected to a PC with the
USB cable.
1 Connect your camera to your PC with the USB cable.

You must plug the end of the cable with the indicator light (S) into
your camera. If the cable is reversed, it may damage your files. The
manufacturer is not responsible for any loss of data.
3 Click Preview to check if a movie sample plays properly.
4 If the sample plays properly, select Do not install and

click Next.
t If it does not, select Install the codec program and click
Install. The codec program is installed.
2 Turn on the camera.
5 Select programs to install and follow the onscreen t The computer recognises the camera automatically.
instructions. If the camera fails to connect, a pop-up window will appear. Select
Computer.
6 Click Exit to complete the installation and restart your
computer.
Basic functions 23
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 (smaller than 10 MB or up to
is similar. 99,999 pages)
t Encoding type
1 If the status lamp on your camera is blinking, wait until
- Windows: ANSI (Windows 98 or later)/
it stops. Unicode/Unicode (Big-Endian)/
Text Viewer
2 Click on the tool bar at the bottom right of your PC UTF-8 (Windows 2000/XP)
- Mac: ANSI, Unicode (UTF-16)
screen. t Language†: English, Korean, French, German,
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. 26)
3 Click the pop-up message. †
Subject to change without prior notice
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 24
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. 23) t SDC files to PMP folder
2 On your PC, select My Computer Removable Disk. t TXT files to TEXT folder
3 Create new folders named “MP3,” “PMP,” and “TEXT.”
t Multimedia files cannot be played or viewed if the folder names are

incorrect.
t Subfolders nested directly within the MP3, PMP and TEXT folders can
be created. Files saved in deeply-nested subfolders may not be played
or viewed.
t You can save up to 200 files or 100 subfolders in each folder.
You can save up to 200 total files and subfolders in combination.
t File names or folder names with more than 120 characters (60
characters for 2-byte languages, such as Chinese or Korean) will not
appear in the playlist.
Basic functions 25
Using Samsung Converter No. Description

Convert videos so that they can be played on the camera. For Add video files (AVI, WMV, ASF, MPG [MPEG-1]).
details, see the Help menu.
Add subtitles.
Specify the folder path and file name for the converted file.
Convert the file.
Preview.
Cropping slider; move to the point where you want the video
to begin or end.
Pause and resume playback.
Set the frame size and rate or the file size limit.

Basic functions 26
Using Samsung Master No. Description

You can download files or edit photos or videos stored on your Select a location for downloaded files.
PC. For details, see the Help menu. Click to download the selected files.
Thumbnails of files; click an image to download.
Downloading files using Samsung Master
When you connect the camera to the PC, a window for
downloading files automatically appears.
1 Select the files you want to download.
2 Click Next and follow the onscreen instructions.

Basic functions 27
Using the Samsung Master Interface No. Description
Toolbar
Menus
Click for more information about the program.
Click to enlarge or reduce the thumbnails in the list.
Change the mode.
t : View mode
t : Edit mode for photos
t : Edit mode for videos
Preview information about the selected file.
The photos in the selected folder; double-click to switch to
full-screen view.

Basic functions 28
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.
t Mac OS X version 10.3 or later is supported.

t Supported file types and languages are shown on page 24.
t To use PMP files, you must first convert the files using Samsung Converter on a Windows computer.
Transferring files to your computer Transferring multimedia files to the camera

1 Connect your camera to a Macintosh computer with the 1 Connect the camera to a Macintosh computer with the
USB cable. USB cable.
You must plug the end of the cable with the indicator light (S) into
your camera. If the cable is reversed, it may damage your files. The
2 Turn on your camera.
t The computer recognises the camera automatically and a
manufacturer is not responsible for any loss of data.
removable disk icon will be displayed.
3 Double-click the removable disk icon.
4 Create new folders named “MP3,” “PMP,” and “TEXT.”
5 Copy multimedia files to the corresponding folders.

t MP3 files to MP3 folder
t SDC files to PMP folder
t TXT files to TEXT folder
2 Turn on the camera.
t The computer recognises the camera automatically and a
removable disk icon will be displayed.
3 Double-click the removable disk icon.
4 Transfer photos or videos to the computer.
Basic functions 29
Tips for getting a clearer photo
Holding your camera correctly Reducing camera shake
Make sure nothing is Select the d mode to reduce camera

blocking the lens. shake digitally. (p. 37)
Half-pressing the shutter button When is displayed
When shooting in the dark, avoid

Half-press [Shutter] and adjust the setting the flash option to Slow
focus. Focus and exposure will be Sync or Off. The aperture remains
adjusted automatically. open longer and it may be harder
to hold the camera still.
t Use a tripod or set the flash
option to Fill in. (p. 45)
t Set ISO speed options. (p. 46)
The aperture value and shutter Camera shake
speed are automatically set.
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.
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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
t When subjects are moving fast
Use the continuous

or motion capture
function. (p. 56)
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 take your photo.
Basic functions 31
Extended functions
Learn how to take a photo by selecting a mode and how to
record a video or voice memo.
Shooting modes …………………………………………… 33

Using the Smart Auto mode ……………………………… 33
Using the Scene mode ……………………………………… 34
Using the Beauty Shot mode ……………………………… 34
Using the frame guide ……………………………………… 35
Adjusting the exposure in the Night mode ………………… 36
Using the DIS mode ………………………………………… 37
Using the Program mode …………………………………… 37
Recording a video …………………………………………… 38
Recording voice memos ………………………………… 40
Recording a voice memo …………………………………… 40
Adding a voice memo to a photo ………………………… 40
Shooting modes
Take photos or record videos by selecting the best shooting mode for the conditions.
Using the Smart Auto mode Icon Description

In this mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate Appears when taking portraits at night.
camera settings based on a defected type of scene. It will be Appears when taking photos of landscapes with
helpful if you are not familiar with the camera settings for various backlighting.
scenes.
Appears when taking portraits with backlighting.
1 In Shooting mode, press [O]. Appears when taking portraits.
2 Select Smart Auto. Appears when taking close-up photos.
3 Align your subject in the frame. Appears when taking close-up photos of text.
t The camera selects a scene automatically. An appropriate Appears when the camera and subject are stable for a
mode icon will appear at the top left of the screen. while.
Appears when taking photos of actively moving subjects.
4 Half-press [Shutter] to focus.
5 Press [Shutter] to take the photo.
t If the camera does not recognise a proper scene mode, 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.
t The camera may not select the correct scene depending on shooting
Appears when taking photos of landscapes. environments, such as camera shake, lighting, and distance to the
subject.
Appears when taking photos of bright backgrounds.
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.
Shooting modes
Using the Scene mode Using the Beauty Shot mode

Take a photo with options preset for a specific scene. Take a photo of a person with options to hide facial imperfections.
1 In Shooting mode, press [O]. 1 In Shooting mode, press [O].
2 Select Scene a scene. 2 Select Scene Beauty Shot.

Beauty Shot 3 To make the subject's skin tone appear lighter (face
Frame Guide only), press [m].
Night
Portrait 4 Select Functions Face Tone an option.
Children t Select a higher setting to make skin tone appear lighter.
Landscape
Close Up
This mode is appropriate for shooting with Level 2
pre-composed scenes.
t For the Beauty Shot mode, see "Using the Beauty Shot
mode."
t For the Frame Guide mode, see “Using the frame guide” on
page 35.
Back Move
t For the Night mode, see "Adjusting the exposure in the Night
mode" on page 36.
5 To hide facial imperfections, press [m].
3 Align your subject in the frame and half-press [Shutter]
to focus.
Shooting modes
6 Select Functions Face Retouch an option. Using the frame guide
t Select a higher setting to hide a greater number of When you want another person to take a photo of you, you can
imperfections. compose the scene with the frame guide feature. The frame
guide will help the other person take a photo of you by showing
the part of the pre-composed scene.
Level 1
1 In Shooting mode, press [O].
2 Select Scene Frame Guide.
3 Align your subject in the frame and press [Shutter].

Back Move t Transparent guides will appear on the left and right of the
frame.

to focus.
The focus distance will be set to Auto Macro.
Cancel Frame: OK
4 Ask another person to take a photo.

t The person must align the subject in the frame by using the
guides, and then press [Shutter] to take the photo.
5 To cancel the guides, press [o].
Shooting modes
Adjusting the exposure in the Night mode 6 Select an option.

In the Night mode, you can catch brief flashes of light as curved t If you select AUTO the aperture value or shutter speed will be
streaks by extending the exposure. Use a slow shutter speed adjusted automatically.
to extend the time until the shutter closes. Increase the aperture
value to prevent overexposure. 7 Align your subject in the frame and half-press [Shutter]
to focus.
2 Select Scene Night.
Use a tripod to prevent your photos from blurring.
3 Press [m].
4 Select Functions Long Time Shutter.
5 Select the aperture value or shutter speed.
Aperture value
Shutter speed
Aperture
Back Move
Shooting modes
Using the DIS mode Using the Program mode

Reduce camera shake and prevent blurred photos with Digital Set various options (except for shutter speed and aperture value)
Image Stabilisation (DIS) function. in the Program mode.
2 Select Program.
3 Set options. (For a list of options, refer to “Shooting

options.”)
Before correction After correction
to focus.
2 Select DIS.

to focus.
t The digital zoom will not work in this mode.

t If your subject is moving rapidly, the photo may be blurry.
Shooting modes
Recording a video 7 Press [m].

Record videos of up to 120 minutes in length. The recorded
video is saved as an MPEG-4.AVI file.
8 Select Functions Stabiliser a stabiliser option.
Option Description
The zoom sound may be recorded if you use the zoom while recording a Off: Record a video with the stabilisation function turned
video. off.
On: Record a video with the stabilisation function turned
on to prevent your video from blurring.
2 Select Movie. 9 Set other options as desired.

(For options, refer to “Shooting options.”)
3 Press [m].
10 Press [Shutter] to start recording.
4 Select Functions Frame Rate a frame rate (the
number of frames per second). 11 Press [Shutter] again to stop recording.
t As the number of frames increases, action appears more
natural, but the file size is increased.
5 Press [m].
6 Select Functions Voice a sound option.

Option Description
On: Record a video with sound.
Off: Record a video without sound.
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.
Press [o] to pause while recording. Press it again to resume.
Stop Pause
Recording voice memos apds
Learn how to record a voice memo that you can play back at any time. You can add a voice memo to a photo as a short reminder of
shooting conditions.
You will get the best sound quality when recording 40 cm away from the camera.
Recording a voice memo Adding a voice memo to a photo

1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. 1 In Shooting mode, press [m].
2 Select Functions Voice Record. 2 Select Functions Voice Memo.
3 Press [Shutter] to record. 3 Align your subject in the frame and take a photo.
t You will begin recording a voice memo right after taking the
photo.
4 Record a short voice memo (10 seconds maximum).

t Press [Shutter] to stop recording a voice memo.
Stop Pause
t Press [o] to pause or resume recording.

t You can record voice memos of up to 10 hours in length.
4 Press [Shutter] to stop.

t Press [Shutter] again to record a new voice memo.
5 Press [m] to switch to Shooting mode.
Shooting options
Learn about the options you can set in shooting mode.
Selecting a resolution and quality ………… 42 Adjusting brightness and colour ………… 53
Selecting a resolution ………………………… 42 Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) ………… 53
Selecting image quality ………………………… 42 Compensating for backlighting (ACB) ………… 53
Using the timer ……………………………… 43 Changing the metering option ………………… 54
Selecting a light source (White balance) ……… 54
Shooting in the dark ………………………… 45
Preventing red-eye …………………………… 45 Using burst modes ………………………… 56
Using the flash ………………………………… 45 Improving your photos ……………………… 57
Adjusting the ISO speed ……………………… 46 Applying photo styles ………………………… 57
Changing the camera’s focus ……………… 47 Defining your own RGB tone ………………… 57
Using macro …………………………………… 47 Adjusting your photos ………………………… 58
Using auto focus ……………………………… 47
Adjusting the focus area ……………………… 48
Using face detection ………………………… 49
Detecting faces ………………………………… 49
Taking a self-portrait shot ……………………… 50
Taking a smile shot …………………………… 50
Detecting eye blinking ………………………… 51
Using smart face recognition ………………… 51
Selecting a resolution and quality
Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings.
Selecting a resolution Sapdsv When recording a video:

As you increase the resolution, your photo or video will include
more pixels, so it can be printed on larger paper or displayed on
1 In the v mode, press [m].
a larger screen. When you use a high resolution, the file size will
also increase.
2 Select Functions Movie Size an option.
Option Description
800 X 592: Play back on an SDTV.
When taking a photo:
640 X 480: Play back on a general TV.
1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. 320 X 240: Post on a web page.
2 Select Functions Photo Size an option.

Option Description
3456 X 2592: Print on A2 paper.
3456 X 2304: Print on A3 paper in wide ratio (3:2). Selecting image quality apds
Photos you take are compressed and saved in JPEG format.
3456 X 1944: Print on A3 paper in panorama ratio (16:9).
Higher quality images will result in larger sizes.
2592 X 1944: Print on A4 paper.
2048 X 1536: Print on A5 paper. 1 In Shooting mode, press [m].
1024 X 768: Attach to email.
2 Select Functions Quality an option.
Option Description
Super Fine
Fine
Normal
The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.
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Using the timer Sapdsv
Learn how to set the timer to delay shooting.
1 In Shooting mode, press [t]. 3 Press [Shutter] to start the timer.

t The AF-assist light/timer lamp blinks. The camera will
automatically take a photo at the specified time.
t Press [t] to cancel the timer.

Off
t Depending on the selected face detection option, the timer is not
available or some timer options are not available.
2 Select an option.
Option Description
Off: The timer is not active.
10 Sec: Take a photo in 10 seconds.
2 Sec: Take a photo in 2 seconds.
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)
Shooting options 43
Using the timer
Using the motion timer 6 Pose for your photo while the AF-assist light/timer lamp
is blinking.
1 In Shooting mode, press [t].
t The AF-assist light/timer lamp will stop blinking just before the
2 Select . camera automatically takes a photo.
3 Press [Shutter].
4 Stand within 3 m from the camera within 6 seconds after

pressing [Shutter].
5 Make a motion, such as waving your arms, to activate

the timer.
t The AF-assist light/timer lamp will start to blink rapidly when
the camera detects you.
The motion timer may not work when:

t you are more than 3 m away from the camera
t your movements are too subtle
t there is too much light or backlight
The detection range

of the motion timer
Shooting options 44
Shooting in the dark
Learn how to take photos at night or in low light conditions.
Preventing red-eye aps Using the flash Saps
If the flash fires when you take a photo of a person in the dark, a Use the flash when taking photos in the dark or when you need
red glow may appear in the eyes. To prevent this, select Red-eye more light on your photos.
or Red-eye Fix.
1 In Shooting mode, press [F].
Auto
2 Select an option.
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 mode.
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Shooting in the dark
Option Description t Flash options are not available if you set burst options or select
Red-eye Fix*: Self-Portrait or Blink Detection.
t The flash fires when the subject or background is t Make sure that your subjects are within the recommended distance
from the flash. (p. 95)
dark.
t If there is reflected light or much dust in the air, tiny spots may appear
t The camera corrects red-eyes through its advanced on your photo.
software analysis.
Slow Sync:
t The flash fires and the shutter stays open longer.
t Select this when you want to capture ambient light to
reveal more details in the background.
t Use a tripod to prevent your photos from blurring. Adjusting the ISO speed p
Fill in: The ISO speed is the measure of a film’s sensitivity to light as
t The flash always fires. defined by the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO).
t Light intensity is adjusted automatically. The higher ISO speed you select, the more sensitive to light your
Red-eye*: camera becomes. With a higher ISO speed, you can get a better
t The flash fires when the subject or background is photo without using the flash.
dark.
t The camera reduces red-eyes. 1 In Shooting mode, press [m].
Auto: The flash fires automatically when the subject or
background is dark.
2 Select Functions ISO an option.
t Select to use an appropriate ISO speed based on the
The options may differ depending on the shooting mode. brightness of the subject and lighting.
* There is an interval between two bursts of the flash. Do not move until
the flash fires a second time. t The higher ISO speed you select, the more image noise you may get.
t When Motion Capture is set, ISO speed will be set to Auto.
Shooting options 46
Changing the camera’s focus
Learn how to adjust the camera's focus according to your subjects.
Using macro apdv Using auto focus apdv

Use macro to take close-up photos of subjects, such as flowers To take sharp photos, select the appropriate focus according to
or insects. Refer to macro options in “Using auto focus.” your distance from the subject.
1 In Shooting mode, press [M].
Normal (AF)
2 Select an option.
Option Description
t Try to hold the camera very still to prevent blurry photos.
Normal (AF): Focus on a subject farther than 80 cm.
t Turn off the flash if the distance to the subject is less than 40 cm.
Macro: Focus on a subject 5-80 cm (50-80 cm when
using zoom).
Auto Macro: Focus on a subject farther than 5 cm
(farther than 50 cm when using zoom).
Super Macro: Focus on a subject between 1 to 5 cm.
Shooting options 47
Changing the camera’s focus
Adjusting the focus area apds
You can get clearer photos by selecting an appropriate focus

area according to your subject’s location in the scene.
1 In Shooting mode, press [m].
2 Select Functions Focus Area an option.

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.
Shooting options 48
Using face detection apds
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.
t Face detection may not be effective when: Detecting faces

- the subject is far from the camera (The focus frame will appear Your camera automatically detects human faces (up to 10 human
orange for Smile Shot and Blink Detection)
faces).
- it is too bright or too dark
- the subject is not facing the camera
- the subject is wearing sunglasses or a mask
- the subject is in backlighting or the lighting condition is unstable
- the subject’s facial expression changes remarkably
t Face detection is not available when using a photo style or saturation.
t When you use the face detection option, the digital zoom
will not work.
t Depending on the selected face detection option, the timer is not
available or some timer options are not available.
t The options may differ depending on the shooting mode.
2 Select Functions Face Detection Normal.

t The closest face appears in a white focus frame and the rest
of the faces appear in gray focus frames.
The closer you are to the subject, the quicker your camera will detect faces.
Shooting options 49
Using face detection
Taking a self-portrait shot Taking a smile shot

Take photos of yourself. The focus distance will be set to close- The camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a
up and your camera will emit a beep. smiling face.

2 Select Functions Face Detection Smile Shot.
2 Select Functions Face Detection Self-Portrait. t When your subject smiles broadly, your camera can detect
the smile more easily.
3 When your hear a quick beep, press [Shutter].
To turn the beep on or off, select Self-Portrait in the sound settings. (p. 85)
Shooting options 50
Detecting eye blinking Using smart face recognition

If your camera detects closed eyes, it will automatically take 2 The camera automatically registers faces that you frequently
photos in succession. photograph (up to 10 people). This feature will automatically
prioritise the focus on those faces. This feature is available only
when you use a memory card.
2 Select Functions Face Detection Blink

Detection.
t Hold your camera still while “Capturing” is displayed on the screen. 1 In Shooting mode, press [m].
t When blink detection fails, “Picture taken with eyes closed.”
message appears. Take another photo. 2 Select Functions Face Detection Smart Face
Recognition.
t The priority of the faces will be shown by the level indicator
next to the frames.
Shooting options 51
t The camera may recognise and register faces incorrectly depending

on lighting conditions, remarkable changes in the subject's pose or
face, and whether or not the subject is wearing glasses.
t The camera may recognise faces and display the level indicator, even
though they have not been registered.
t You can view registered faces in order of priority while in Playback
mode. (p. 61) 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. 61)
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Adjusting brightness and colour
Learn how to adjust the brightness and colour for better image quality.
Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) pdv Compensating for backlighting (ACB) p
Depending on the intensity of the ambient light, your photos When the light source is behind your subject or there is high
may be too bright or dark. In these cases, you can adjust the contrast between your subject and the background, your subject
exposure to get a better photo. is likely to appear dark in the photo. In this case, set the Auto
Contrast Balance (ACB) option.
Darker (-) Neutral (0) Brighter (+)
1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. Without ACB With ACB
2 Select Functions EV. 1 In Shooting mode, press [m].

3 Select a value to adjust the exposure. 2 Select Functions ACB an option.
t Once you adjust the exposure, the setting will remain the same. You Option Description
may need to change the exposure value later to avoid overexposure Off: ACB is off.
or underexposure.
t If you cannot decide on an appropriate exposure, select AEB (Auto On: ACB is on.
Exposure Bracket). The camera takes photos with different exposures:
normal, underexposed, and overexposed. (p. 56)
t The ACB feature is always on in the a mode.
t You cannot set burst options when this feature is on.
Shooting options 53
Changing the metering option pdv Selecting a light source (White balance)
The metering mode refers to the way in which a camera pdv
measures the quantity of light. The brightness and lighting of your The colour of your photo depends on the type and quality of the
photos will vary depending on the metering mode you select. light source. If you want the colour of your photo to be realistic,
select an appropriate lighting condition to calibrate the white
1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. balance, such as Auto WB, Daylight, Cloudy, or Tungsten.
2 Select Functions Metering.
Option Description
Multi:
t Your camera divides the scene into several areas, and
then measures the light intensity of each area.
t Suitable for general photos.
(Auto WB) (Daylight)
Spot:
t Your camera measures only the light intensity of the
very centre of the frame.
t If a subject is not in the centre of the scene, your
photo may be improperly exposed.
t Suitable for a subject with backlighting.
Center–weighted: (Cloudy) (Tungsten)
t Your camera averages the meter reading of the entire
frame with emphasis placed on the centre.
t Suitable for photos with subjects in the centre of the
frame.
Shooting options 54
1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. Defining your own white balance
2 Select Functions White Balance an option. 1 In Shooting mode, press [m].

Icon Description
2 Select Functions White Balance Measure:
Auto WB: Use automatic settings depending on the Shutter.
lighting conditions.
Daylight: Select when taking outdoor photos on a 3 Aim the lens at a piece of white paper.
sunny day.
Cloudy: Select when taking outdoor photos on a cloudy
day or in shadows.
Fluorescent_H: Select when shooting under a daylight
fluorescent or three-way fluorescent light.
Fluorescent_L: Select when shooting under white
fluorescent light.
Tungsten: Select when taking indoor photos under
incandescent bulbs or halogen lamps.
Measure: Shutter (Custom setting): Use your pre-
defined settings. 4 Press [Shutter].
Shooting options 55
Using burst modes ps
It can be difficult to take photos of fast-moving subjects or capture natural facial expressions and gestures of your subjects in photos. In
these cases, select one of the burst modes.
Option Description
AEB:
t Take 3 photos with different exposures: normal,
underexposed, and overexposed.
t Use a tripod to prevent blurry photos.
1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. t You can use the flash, timer, and ACB only when you select
2
Single.
Select Functions Drive an option. t When you select Motion Capture, the resolution will be set to
Option Description VGA and the ISO speed will be set to Auto.
Single: Take a single photo.

Continuous:
t While you are pressing [Shutter], the camera takes
photos continuously.
t The maximum number of photos depends on the
capacity of your memory card.
Motion Capture:
t While you are pressing [Shutter], the camera takes
VGA photos (6 photos per second; maximum of 30
photos).
t The camera automatically shows you the photos just
taken and then saves them.
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Improving your photos
Learn how to improve your photos by applying photo styles or colours, or make some adjustments.
Applying photo styles apdsv Defining your own RGB tone

Apply a different photo style to your photos, such as Soft, Vivid,
or Forest. 1 In Shooting mode, press [m].
2 Select Functions Photo Style Selector Custom

RGB.
3 Select a colour (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue).
Soft Vivid Forest
2 Select Functions Photo Style Selector an option.

t Select Custom RGB to define your own RGB tone. Back Move
t Select Normal if you want to use face detection options.

t Depending on the selected photo style, some image adjustment 4 Adjust the amount of the selected colour.
options are not available. (-: less or +: more)
Shooting options 57
Improving your photos
Adjusting your photos p Saturation option Description

Adjust the contrast, sharpness, and saturation of your photos. - Decrease the saturation.
1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. + Increase the saturation.
2 Select Functions Image Adjust.

t Select 0 if you do not want to apply any effects. (suitable for printing)
3 Select an adjustment option. t Depending on the selected image adjustment option, some photo
styles are not available.
t Contrast
t Sharpness
t Saturation
4 Select a value to adjust the selected item.

Contrast option Description
- Decrease the colour and brightness.
+ Increase the colour and brightness.
Sharpness option Description

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.
Shooting options 58
Playback/Editing
Learn how to play back photos, videos, or voice memos and
edit photos or videos. You will also learn how to connect your
camera to your photo printer or TV.
Playing back ……………………………………………… 60

Starting Playback mode …………………………………… 60
Viewing photos ……………………………………………… 64
Playing a video ……………………………………………… 66
Playing voice memos ……………………………………… 67
Editing a photo …………………………………………… 68
Resizing photos …………………………………………… 68
Rotating a photo …………………………………………… 68
Applying photo styles ……………………………………… 69
Defining your own RGB tone ……………………………… 69
Correcting exposure problems …………………………… 70
Creating a print order (DPOF) ……………………………… 71
Viewing files on a TV ……………………………………… 72
Printing photos with a photo printer (PictBridge) …… 73
Playing back
Learn actions to play back photos, videos, or voice memos, and managing files.
Starting Playback mode Display in Playback mode

View photos or play videos and voice memos stored in your
camera.
1 Press [P].
t The most recent file you have taken or recorded will be
displayed.
t If the camera is off, it will turn on.
2 Press [F] or [t] to scroll through files.

t Press and hold [F] or [t] to view files quickly.
Icon Description
If you want to view files stored in the internal memory, remove your memory Photo includes a voice memo
card.
v Video file
Print order has been set (DPOF)
Protected file
Photo includes a registered face; Available only when you
use a memory card
Folder name – File name
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Playing back
Registering faces 3 Select a category.

You can register faces in your photos to classify them by faces
in Smart Album. This feature is available only when you use a
Type
memory card.
Date
1 In Playback mode, select a photo and press [m]. Colour

Week
2 Select File Options Face Registration Yes.
Face
t If there are multiple faces in the photo, select a face to
register, press [Fn], and select Yes. Back Set
t You can register up to 3 faces. Option Description

t If you register a new face when there are 3 faces manually registered Type View files by the file type.
in Smart Album, the camera will replace the oldest face with the new
Date View files by the date they were saved.
one.
Colour View files by the dominant colour of the image.
Week View files by the weekday they were saved.
Face View files by recognised faces. (Up to 15 people)
Viewing files by category in Smart Album
View and manage files by categories, such as date, file type, or It may take some time for the camera to change the category and
week. recognise files.
1 In Playback mode, push [Zoom] down.

4 Press [F] or [t] to view files.
2 Press [m]. t Press and hold [F] or [t] to select a date, file type,
weekday, colour, or face.
5 Press [o] to return to the normal view.
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Playing back
Viewing files as thumbnails Protecting files

Scan thumbnails of files. Protect your files from accidental deletion.
In Playback mode, push [Zoom] down to display 9

or 20 thumbnails (push [Zoom] up to return to the
1 In Playback mode, press [m].
previous mode). 2 Select File Options Protect Select.
t To protect all files, select All Lock.
3 Select the file you want to protect and press [o].

t Press [o] again to cancel your selection.
Filter
To Do this
Select Set
Scroll through files Press [D], [M], [F], or [t].
Delete files Press [f] and select Yes.
4 Press [f].
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Playing back
Deleting files Using the recycle bin

Delete single files or all files at once. You cannot delete protected If you activate the recycle bin, files you delete will be sent to the
files. recycle bin instead of being deleted permanently. This applies to
single files or selected files only–if you choose to delete all files,
those files will not be sent to the recycle bin.
To delete a single file,
1 In Playback mode, select a file and press [f]. To activate the recycle bin,
2 Select Yes to delete the file. 1 In Playback mode, press [m].
To delete multiple files, 2 Select File Options Recycle Bin On.
1 In Playback mode, press [f]. To restore files from the recycle bin,
2 Select Multiple Delete. 1 In Playback mode, press [m].

3 Select files you want to delete and press [o]. 2 Select File Options Recycle Bin Retrieve.
t Press [o] again to cancel your selection.
t This function does not work for videos or voice memos.
4 Press [f]. t It may take longer to delete files when using the recycle bin function.
5 Select Yes. t If you format the internal memory, all files in the recycle folder will be
deleted.
t The recycle bin will hold up to 10 MB of files. Once you exceed the
To delete all files, 10 MB limit, the camera asks you whether to empty the recycle bin.
Select Yes to empty the recycle bin or No to delete only the current
1 In Playback mode, press [m]. file.
2 Select File Options Delete All Yes.
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Playing back
Copying files to the memory card Viewing photos

You can copy files from the internal memory to a memory card. Zoom in on part of a photo or view photos in a slide show.
1 In Playback mode, press [m].

Enlarging a photo
2 Select File Options Copy to Card.
3 Select Yes to copy files. In Playback mode, push [Zoom] up to enlarge a

photo (push [Zoom] down to reduce a photo).
The enlarged area and zoom ratio are indicated on the top of the
screen. The maximum zoom ratio may vary depending on the
resolution.
Trim
To Do this
Move the enlarged area Press [D], [M], [F], or [t].
Trim the enlarged photo Press [o] (it will be saved as a new file).
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Playing back
Starting a slide show 4 Set the slide show effect.

You can apply effects and audio to your slide show.
5 Select Start Play.
1 In Playback mode, press [m]. t To loop the slide show, select Repeat.
t Press [o] to pause or resume the slide show.
2 Select Multi Slide Show.
3 Select a slide show effect option.

t Skip to step 5 to start a slide show with no effects.
Option Description
Set the photos you want to view as a slide show.
t All: View all photos in a slide show.
Images t Date: View photos captured on a specific date in
a slide show.
t Select: View selected photos in a slide show.
t Select a transition effect.
Effect
t Select Off for no effects.
t Set the interval between photos.
t This is available when Off is selected in the effect
Interval option.
t When used with effect options other than Off, the
interval will be set to 1 sec.
Music Select a background audio.
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Playing back
Playing a video Trimming a video during playback

You can play a video, capture an image from a video, or crop a
video.
1 Press [o] at the point where you want the new video to
begin and push [Zoom] up.
1 In Playback mode, select a video and press [o].
2 Press [o] to resume playback.
3 Press [o] at the point where you want the new video to
end and push [Zoom] up.
4 Select Yes.
t The original video should be at least 10 seconds long.

t The edited video will be saved as a new file.
Pause
2 Use the following buttons to control playback.

Press To Capturing an image during playback
Scan backward.
1
[F]
Press [o] at the point where you want to save a still
[o] Pause or resume playback. image.
[t] Scan forward.
[Zoom] up or down Adjust the volume level. 2 Press [M].
A captured image will have the same file size as the original video file and will
be saved as a new file.
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Playing back
Playing voice memos

Playing a voice memo
1 In Playback mode, select a voice memo and press [o].
2 Use the following buttons to control playback.

Press To
[F] Scan backward.
[o] Pause or resume playback.
[t] Scan forward.
[M] Stop playback.
[Zoom] up or down Adjust the volume level.
Playing a voice memo added to a photo

In Playback mode, select a photo that includes a voice
memo and press [o].
t Press [o] to pause or resume playback.
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Editing a photo
Perform photo editing tasks, such as resizing, rotating, eliminating red-eyes, and adjusting brightness, contrast, or saturation.
t Edited photos will be saved as new files. Rotating a photo

t When you edit photos that are or larger (p. 42), they will be
automatically resized to a lower resolution (except when resizing
photos):
1 In Playback mode, select a photo and press [m].
- to 2 Select Edit Rotate an option.
- to
- to
Right 90°
Resizing photos
2
Back Move
Select Edit Resize an option.
Back Move
t Select to save the photo as a start image. (p. 85)

t Select to save the photo as an MP3 player skin. (p. 81)
t Available options differ depending on the size of the selected photo.
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Editing a photo
Applying photo styles Defining your own RGB tone

Apply a different photo style to the photo, such as Soft, Vivid, or
Forest. 1 In Playback mode, select a photo and press [m].
2 Select Edit Photo StyleSelector Custom RGB.
3 Select a colour (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue).
Soft Vivid Forest
2 Select Edit Photo StyleSelector an option. Back Move

t Select Custom RGB to define your own RGB tone.
4 Adjust the amount of the selected colour.

(-: less or +: more)
Soft
Back Move
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Editing a photo
Correcting exposure problems Adjusting brightness/contrast/saturation

Adjust ACB (Auto Contrast Balance), brightness, contrast, or
saturation; remove red-eye; hide facial imperfections; or add
noise to the photo. 2 Select Edit Image Adjust.
Adjusting ACB (Auto Contrast Balance) 3 Select an adjustment option.

t : Brightness
1 In Playback mode, select a photo and press [m]. t : Contrast
t : Saturation
2 Select Edit Image Adjust ACB.
4 Select a value to adjust the selected item.
(-: less or +: more)
Removing red-eye
1 In Playback mode, select a photo and press [m]. Adding noise to the photo
2 Select Edit Image Adjust Red-eye Fix.
2 Select Edit Image Adjust Add Noise.

Hiding facial imperfections
2 Select Edit Image Adjust Face Retouch.
3 Select a level.
t As the number increases, the face becomes clearer.
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Editing a photo
Creating a print order (DPOF) 4 Press [m].

Select photos to be printed and set options, such as number of
copies or paper size.
5 Select File Options DPOF Size an option.
Option Description
t The memory card can be taken to a print shop that supports DPOF Select Specify the print size for the selected photo.
(Digital Print Order Format) or you can print photos directly through a
DPOF-compatible printer at home.
All Specify the print size for all photos.
t Wide photos may print with the left and right edges cut off, so be Reset Reset your settings.
aware of the dimensions of your photos.
t You cannot set the DPOF for the photos stored in the internal memory.
6 If you select Select, scroll to a photo and press [Zoom]
up or down to select the print size. Repeat for the
1 In Playback mode, press [m]. photos you want and press [f].
t If you select All, press [D] or [M] to select the print size
2 Select File Options DPOF Standard an option. and press [o].
Option Description
Select Print the selected photos.
All Print all photos. Printing photos as thumbnails
Reset Reset your settings. 1 In Playback mode, press [m].
3 If you select Select, scroll to a photo and press [Zoom] 2 Select File Options DPOF Index Yes.
up or down to select the number of copies. Repeat for If you specify the print size, you can print photos only with DPOF 1.1-compatible
the photos you want and press [f]. printers.
t If you select All, press [D] or [M] to select the number of
copies and press [o].
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Viewing files on a TV
Play back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV using the provided A/V cable.
1 Select a video signal output according to your country or 5 Turn on your camera and press [P].
region. (p. 87)
6 View photos or play videos using the buttons on your
2 Turn off your camera and TV. camera.
3 Connect your camera to your TV using the A/V cable. t On some TVs, digital noise may occur or part of an image may not
appear.
Video Audio
t Images may not appear centred on the TV screen depending on your
TV settings.
t You can capture photos or videos while the camera is connected
to a TV.
4 Turn on your TV and select the video output mode using

the TV remote control.
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Printing photos with a photo printer (PictBridge)
Print photos with a PictBridge-compatible printer by connecting your camera directly to the printer.
1 With the printer on, connect your camera to the printer Configuring print settings
with the USB cable.
Images : One Photo
Size : Auto
Layout : Auto
Type : Auto
Quality : Auto
Exit Print
2 Turn on your camera.
t The printer recognises the camera automatically.
Option Description
t If the camera fails to connect, a pop-up window will appear. Images: Select whether to print the current photo or all
Select Printer. photos.
t If your printer has the mass storage feature, you must first set the
USB mode to Printer in the settings menu. (p. 87)
Size: Specify the size of the print.
Layout: Create thumbnail prints.
Type: Select the type of paper.
3 Press [F] or [t] to select a photo.
Quality: Set the printing quality.
t Press [m] to set printing options. See “Configuring print
settings.” Date: Set to print the date.
File Name: Set to print the name of the file.
4 Press [o] to print.
Reset: Reset the print options.
t Printing starts. Press [F] to cancel printing.
Some options are not supported by some printers.
Playback/Editing 73
Multimedia
Learn to use Multimedia modes: Music mode, Videos mode,
and Text Viewer mode.
Using Multimedia mode ………………………………… 75

Using the Music mode …………………………………… 77
Playing music files …………………………………………… 77
Using the Videos mode ………………………………… 79
Using the Text Viewer mode …………………………… 80
Multimedia mode settings menu ……………………… 81
Using Multimedia mode
In Multimedia mode, you can listen to MP3s, play videos, or view text files. Before using Multimedia mode, you should transfer files to your
camera or memory card. (p. 24)
1 Plug the supplied earphones into the multifunction jack. 4 Select a file to play.
t Files will be played automatically.
t Files will be listed by date they were saved.
t File names in unsupported languages will appear as “_ _ _ _
__ _.”
t If there are more than 100 files in the folder or several large files, it
may take longer to access a mode.
t Power save mode will not be active during playback except when
2 In Shooting mode, press [M]. viewing text files with Auto Scroll or Back Music off.
3 Select Multimedia a mode. t The camera will enter Power save mode when you perform no
operations for 30 seconds in the Music mode.
t Depending on the properties of your files, file information may not
Music
be available in the playlist.
Videos
Text Viewer
This mode allows you to play MP3 files.
Multimedia 75
Using Multimedia mode
Locking the buttons Deleting multimedia files

You can lock the buttons to prevent any unwanted camera
operations during playback. To delete a single file,
Press and hold [M] to lock or unlock the buttons.
1 In the file list, press [f].
t Even though you lock the buttons, you can still operate [POWER] and
use the USB cable. 2 Select Yes to delete.
t Press any button to exit Power save mode.
To delete multiple files,
1 In the file list, press [f].

Switching to another Multimedia mode 2 Select Multiple Delete.
1 Press [M] while an MP3 or video file is being played or 3 Select files you want to delete.
text file is being viewed.
4 Press [f].
2 Select Multimedia a mode.
5 Select Yes.
Music
Videos You can also delete all files of the selected mode. (p. 82)
Text Viewer
This mode allows you to play MP3 files.
Multimedia 76
Using the Music mode
Learn how to play MP3 files, control playback, and taking a photo during playback.
Playing music files 2 Use the following buttons to control playback.

Press To
1 Access the Music mode and play a file. (p. 75)
[Zoom] up or down Adjust volume.
AAA.mp3 [O] Change the mode.
[MENU] Change the Music mode settings.
[D] Open the playlist.
[M] Lock or unlock the buttons (press and hold).
[F] Skip backward.
[t] Skip forward.
File List Unlock
[o] Pause or resume playback.
Icon Description [f] Change the equaliser type.
U Music mode
Equaliser type
Button locked
About VBR
Muted
Variable Bit Rate (VBR) is an encoding method that keeps
Bit rate
music at a stable quality level by adjusting the compression rate
Play mode according to the complexity of the encoded audio.
Remaining battery capacity
Play time
Volume
Multimedia 77
Using the Music mode
Taking photos while listening to music Starting a slide show while listening to music
(Available when using a memory card)
1 Press [MENU] during playback.
1 Press [Shutter] during playback.
2 Select Interval.
3 Select an interval between photos.
to focus.
4 Select Slide Show.
3 Press [Shutter] to take a photo.
t Select [D] to switch to the player screen. 5 Select a play mode option.
Option Description
t You cannot set shooting options while listening to music.
t Photos will be taken with the following settings. Play Play a slide show and return to the player screen.
- Resolution: 3M Repeat Loop a slide show.
- Quality: Fine
- Flash: Auto
- Focus: Auto Macro
t Your MP3 player will not function normally when taking photos.
6 To return to the player screen, press [o].
Multimedia 78
Using the Videos mode
Learn how to play videos and control playback.
1 Access the Videos mode and play a file. (p. 75) 2 Use the following buttons to control playback.
Press To
BBB.sdc
[Zoom] up or down Adjust volume.
[O] Change the mode.
[m] Change the Videos mode settings.
[D] Open the playlist.
[M] Lock the screen (press and hold).
File List Unlock t Skip backward.
[F]
t Scan backward (while playing)*.
Icon Description
t Skip forward.
V Videos mode [t]
t Scan forward (while playing)*.
Button locked
[o] Stop or resume playback.
Muted
* You can scan a file quickly to the point that you want to play. (p. 81)
Scanning speed
Remaining battery capacity t All buttons except for [POWER] will not work in the first and last
2 seconds of the playback.
Play time t Convert subtitle files (.smi) using Samsung Converter to display
Volume subtitles. (p. 26)
t Some videos may be paused during playback and resumed
automatically. It is not a malfunction.
t During playback, the playback controls disappears automatically
after a specified time. To show the controls again, press any
button.
Multimedia 79
Using the Text Viewer mode
Learn how to view text files.
1 Access the Text Viewer mode and view a file. (p.75) 2 Use the following buttons to control playback.
1/12 Press To
Samsung.txt
Adjust volume (if the background music
[Zoom] up or down
This user manual includes detailed turns on).
usage instructions for your camera.
[O] Change the mode.
Please read this manual thoroughly.
[m] Change the Text Viewer mode settings.
t Go to the previous page.
[D]
File List Volume
t Skip 10 pages (press and hold).
t Go to the next page .
[M]
Icon Description t Skip 10 pages (press and hold).
Textviewer mode [F] Open the file list.
/
(This icon indicates the encoding type*.)
1/2 Current page/Number of pages t If text is displayed incorrectly, save it as an ANSI file using a text
Volume editor on your computer (such as Notepad for Windows).
t Some characters or symbols may not be displayed correctly.
Remaining battery capacity t Text files that are improperly encoded may be corrupted.
* The encoding type will be displayed as or . t A file that is bigger than 10 MB may take longer to open or may
not open. Divide large files into multiple, smaller files for faster
t ANSI (American National Standards Institute) type: you access.
have to set the language to match that of the text file. (p. 82)
t Unicode type: you do not have to set the language to match
that of text file.
Multimedia 80
Multimedia mode settings menu
Learn how to change the settings for each multimedia mode.
1 Press [MENU] while an MP3 or video file is being played * Default

or a text file is being viewed. Available
Menu Description
mode
2 Select a menu.
Select a skin for the player screen.
3 Select an option. t Skin 1*, Skin 2: Display a default
image stored in the internal
* Default
Background U memory.
Available
Menu Description t User 1, User 2: Display an
mode
image saved as an MP3 player
Set to start the last music file played or
skin in the edit menu. (p. 68)
Resume UVT resume a video or text file.
(Off, On*) Start a slide show while listening to
Slide Show U
an MP3. (p. 78)
Set to repeat playback or play files
randomly. Set the length of time to skip photos
t Normal*: Play all files in the current Interval U in a slide show. (2 sec*, 3 sec,
folder once. 5 sec)
t Repeat One: Repeat the current Set the length of time to skip when
Play Mode U scanning backward or forward.
file. Seeking V
t Repeat: Repeat all files in the (Normal, 30 sec*, 1 min, 3 min,
current folder. 5 min, 10 min)
t Shuffle: Play files in the current
folder in random order.
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Multimedia mode settings menu
* Default * Default
Available Available
Menu Description Menu Description
mode mode
Show or hide the playback controls. Set a delay before scrolling to the next
Auto Scroll T
t 5 sec*: Hide the playback line of text. (Off*, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5)
controls after no operations for 5
Play background music while viewing
seconds. To show the controls
text files.
again, press any button. Back Music T
t Off*: Do not play music.
Player Display V t Off: Hide the playback control.
t On: Play the last MP3 file played.
t On: Show the playback controls
Select a language to match that of
at all times. Language T
the text file.
The subtitles will be displayed Delete all files of a selected Multimedia
regardless of the setting. Delete All UVT
mode. (Yes, No)
Mute sound during playback.
Mute UV
(Off*, On)
Multimedia 82
Appendixes
Refer to settings, error messages, specifications, and
maintenance tips.
Camera settings menu …………………………………… 84

Accessing the settings menu ……………………………… 84
Sound ……………………………………………………… 85
Display ……………………………………………………… 85
Settings ……………………………………………………… 86
Error messages …………………………………………… 88
Camera maintenance …………………………………… 89
Cleaning your camera ……………………………………… 89
About memory cards ……………………………………… 90
About the battery …………………………………………… 91
Before contacting a service centre …………………… 93
Camera specifications …………………………………… 95
Index ………………………………………………………… 100
Camera settings menu
Learn about various options to configure your camera's settings.
Accessing the settings menu 3 Select an option and save your settings.
1 In Shooting or Playback mode, press [m]. Volume

Start Sound
Off
Low
2 Select a menu. Shutter Sound
Beep Sound
Medium
High
AF Sound
Volume
Functions Self-Portrait : On
Start Sound
Sound Shutter Sound
Beep Sound Back Set
Display
AF Sound
Settings Self-Portrait
4 Press [m] to return to the previous screen.
Exit Change
Menu Description
Sound: Set various camera sounds and volume.
(p. 85)
Display: Customise the display settings, such as
language and brightness. (p. 85)
Settings: Change the settings for the camera system,
such as memory format, default file name, and USB
mode. (p. 86)
Appendixes 84
Sound Display
* Default * Default
Item Description Item Description
Adjust the volume of any sound. Language Select a language for the display text.
Volume
(Off, Low, Medium*, High) Function Display a brief description of an option or menu.
Select a sound to be emitted when turning on your Description (Off, On*)
Start Sound
camera. (Off*, 1, 2, 3) Set a start image to display when the camera turns
Select a sound to be emitted when pressing the on.
Shutter Sound
shutter button. (Off, 1*, 2, 3) t Off*: Display no start image.
Select a sound to be emitted when pressing the t Logo: Display a default image stored in the internal
Beep Sound
buttons or switching modes. (Off, 1*, 2, 3) memory.
Set a sound to be emitted when half-pressing the Start Image t User Image: Display the image you want. (p. 68)
AF Sound
shutter button. (Off, On*) t Only one start image will be saved in the internal
Set a sound to be emitted when the camera memory.
Self-Portrait t If you select a new photo as a start image or reset
detects your face. (Off, On*)
your camera, the current image will be deleted.
t A wide image or image in 3:2 ratio cannot be set
as a start image.
Adjust the brightness of the screen. (Auto*, Dark,

Display Normal, Bright)
Brightness
Normal is fixed in Playback mode even if Auto is selected.
Set the duration for reviewing a captured image or

Quick View video before returning to Shooting mode.
(Off, 0.5 sec*, 1 sec, 3 sec)
If you perform no operations for 30 seconds, the
camera automatically switches to Power save mode
Power Save
(press any button to deactivate the Power save
mode). (Off*, On)
Appendixes 85
Settings
* Default * Default
Format the internal memory and the memory card Specify how to name files.
(all files-including the protected files-will be deleted). t Reset: Set the file number to start from 0001 when
(Yes, No) inserting a new memory card, formatting a memory
Format If you use a memory card used with cameras from different card, or deleting all files.
manufacturers or a memory card reader, or one formatted t Series*: Set the file number to follow the previous
on a computer, your camera may read the card incorrectly.
file number when inserting a new memory card,
Format the card before using it.
formatting a memory card, or deleting all files.
Reset menus and shooting options (date and time, t The default name of the first folder is 100SSCAM
Reset language, and video output settings will not be reset). and the default name of the first file is SDC10001.
File No.
(Yes, No) t The file number increases one by one from
SDC10001 to SDC19999.
Set the date and time and select a date format.
Date & Time t The folder number increases one by one from
(dd/mm/yyyy, mm/dd/yyyy, yyyy/mm/dd, Off*) 100SSCAM to 999SSCAM.
Time Zone Select a region and set the daylight-saving time (DST). t The maximum number of files that can be stored in
one folder is 9999.
t The camera defines file names according to the
Digital rule for Camera File system (DCF) standard.
If you change the names of files intentionally, the
camera may not play back the files.
Appendixes 86
* Default * Default

Set whether to display the date and time on your Set the video signal output according to your
photos when printing. (Off*, Date, Date & Time) region.
t The date and time will be displayed on the t NTSC*: USA, Canada, Japan, Korea, Taiwan,
Imprint
bottom-right corner of the photo in yellow. Mexico.
t The date and time may not be printed on some Video Out t PAL (supports only BDGHI): Australia, Austria,
printer models. Belgium, China, Denmark, Finland, Germany,
t If you select Text in the s mode, the date
England, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand,
and time will not be displayed.
Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland,
Set the camera to automatically turn off when you Thailand, Norway.
are not using it. (Off, 1 min, 3 min*, 5 min, Set an assistant light to help you focus in dark
10 min) AF Lamp
places. (Off, On*)
t Your settings will not change after replacing the
Auto Power Off battery.
Set the function to use via a USB connection with a
t The camera will not automatically turn off when: computer or printer.
- it is connected to a computer or printer t Auto*: Set your camera to select a USB mode
- you are playing a slide show or videos automatically.
- you are recording a voice memo USB
t Computer: Connect your camera to a computer
for transferring files.
t Printer: Connect your camera to a printer for
printing files.
Appendixes 87
Error messages
When the following error messages appear, try these remedies.
Error message Suggested remedies

t Turn off your camera and then turn it on again.
Card Error t Remove your memory card and insert it again.
t Format your memory card. (p. 86)
Unlock the memory card.
Card Locked
File names do not match the DCF standard.

DCF Full Error Transfer the files on the memory card to your
computer and format the card. (p. 86)
Delete the damaged file or contact a service
File Error
centre.
Low Battery Insert a charged battery or recharge the battery.
Low Light Turn on the flash. (p. 45)
Delete unnecessary files or insert a new memory
Memory Full
card.
Take photos or insert a memory card that has
No Image File
some photos.
Appendixes 88
Camera maintenance
Cleaning your camera Camera body

Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth.
Camera lens and display
Use a blower brush to remove dust and wipe the lens gently with
a soft cloth. If any dust remains, apply lens cleaning liquid to a
piece of cleaning paper and wipe gently.
t Never use benzene, thinners, or alcohol to clean the device. These

solutions can damage the camera or cause it to malfunction.
t Do not press on the lens cover or use a blower brush on the lens
cover.
Appendixes 89
Camera maintenance
About memory cards Memory card capacity

The memory capacity may differ depending on shooting scenes
Memory cards you can use or shooting conditions. These capacities are based on a 1 GB
SD card:
You can use SD (Secure Digital), SDHC (Secure Digital High
Capacity), or MMC (Multimedia Card) memory cards. Super
Size Fine Normal 30 FPS 20 FPS 15 FPS
fine
Terminal 194 376 546 - - -
221 426 611 - - -
P
Write-protect switch h 264 510 744 - - -
o
t
o 343 637 870 - - -
Label (front) s
532 895 1,211 - - -
1,716 2,059 2,376 - - -
You can prevent files from being deleted by using a write-protect Approx.
* - - - - -
switch on the SD or SDHC card. Slide the switch down to lock or V 30' 9"
slide it up to unlock. Unlock the card when shooting. i Approx. Approx.
d - - - -
e 35' 54" 69' 52"
o Approx. Approx.
s - - - -
47' 24" 92' 12"
* The recordable time may vary if you use the zoom.
Appendixes 90
Camera maintenance
About the battery Battery life

Use only Samsung-approved batteries. Average time / Test conditions
Number of photos (when the battery is fully charged)
Battery specifications This is measured under the following
conditions: in the a mode, 9M
Mode SLB-0937 resolution, Fine quality.
Type Lithium-ion battery
1. Set the flash option to Fill in, take
Cell capacity 900 mAh a single shot, and zoom in or out.
Voltage 3.7 V Approx. 140 min/ 2. Set the flash option to Off, take a
Photos
Approx. 280 photos single shot, and zoom in or out.
Charging time
Approx. 180 min 3. Perform steps 1 and 2 for 30
(when the camera is switched off)
seconds and repeat for 5 minutes.
Then turn off the camera for 1
minute.
4. Repeat steps 1 to 3.
Record videos at 800 x 592
Videos Approx. 130 min
resolution and 20 fps.
MP3 Approx. 330 min Play files with the screen turned off.
PMP Approx. 250 min Play files with normal playback.
Text View files with background music and
Approx. 210 min
viewer auto scroll.
t The figures above are measured by Samsung’s standards and may differ
depending on actual usage.
t Several videos were recorded in succession to determine the total recording
time.
Appendixes 91
Camera maintenance
Notes about charging the battery

t If the indicator light is off, make sure that the battery is inserted
correctly.
t Turn off your camera when charging.
t Turn on your camera after charging the battery for more than 10
minutes.
t Using the flash or recording videos depletes the battery quickly.
Charge the battery until the indicator light turns green.
t If the indicator light blinks in red or does not illuminate, reconnect the
cable, or remove the battery and insert it again.
t If you charge the battery when it is warm, the indicator light may turn
orange. Charging will start when the battery cools down.
Notes about charging with a computer connected

t Use only the provided USB cable.
t The battery may not be charged when:
- you use a USB hub
- other 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)
Appendixes 92
Before contacting a service centre
If you are having trouble with your camera, try these troubleshooting procedures before contacting a service centre. If you have attempted
the troubleshooting solution and are still having problems with your device, contact your local dealer or service centre.
Situation Suggested remedies Situation Suggested remedies

t Make sure that the battery is inserted. t There is no space on the memory card.
Cannot turn on the t Make sure that the battery is inserted Delete unnecessary files or insert a new
camera correctly. card.
t Charge the battery. t Format the memory card. (p. 86)
t Charge the battery. t The memory card is defective. Get a
new memory card.
t Your camera may be in Power save
The power turns off mode. (p. 85) Cannot take photos t The memory card is locked. Unlock the
suddenly card. (p. 88)
t The camera may turn off to prevent the
memory card from being damaged due t Make sure that the camera is switched
to an impact. Turn on your camera again. on.
t Charge the battery.
t The battery may lose power more quickly
in low temperatures (below 0° C). Keep t Make sure that the battery is inserted
the battery warm by putting it into your correctly.
pocket. The camera freezes Remove the battery and insert it again.
The camera is losing t Using the flash or recording videos t The flash option may be set to Off.
battery power quickly depletes the battery quickly. Recharge (p. 45)
if needed. The flash does not work
t You cannot use the flash in the d, v,
t Batteries are consumable parts that must or some s modes.
be replaced over time. Get a new battery
The flash fires The flash may fire due to static electricity.
if the battery life is diminishing quickly.
unexpectedly This is not a malfunction of the camera.
Appendixes 93
Before contacting a service centre
Situation Suggested remedies Situation Suggested remedies

The date and time are Set the date and time in the display settings t Your photo is overexposed. Adjust the
incorrect menu. The photo is too bright exposure value. (p. 53)
The display or buttons t Turn off the flash. (p. 45)
Remove the battery and insert it again.
do not work t Make sure that the camera is correctly
The memory card has The memory card has not been reset. connected to the external monitor with
The TV does not
an error Format the card. (p. 86) the A/V cable.
display your photos
If you change the name of a file, your t Make sure that your memory card
camera may not play the file (the name of contains photos.
Cannot play back files the file should meet the DCF standard). If t Make sure that the USB cable is
you encounter this situation, play back files connected correctly.
on your computer. Your computer does
t Make sure that your camera is switched
not recognise your
t Make sure that the focus option you set on.
camera
is suitable for close-up shots. (p. 47) t Make sure that you are using a
t Make sure that the subject is within supported operating system.
The photo is blurry
range of the flash. (p. 95) Your computer The file transmission may be interrupted by
t Make sure that the lens is clean. If not, disconnects the camera static electricity. Disconnect the USB cable
clean the lens. (p. 89) while transferring files and connect it again.
An incorrect white balance can create
The colours in the
unrealistic colour. Select the proper white
photo do not match the
balance option to suit the light source.
actual scene
(p. 54)
Appendixes 94
Camera specifications
Image sensor Shutter speed

Type 1/2.5" (Approx. 1.02 cm) CCD t 1 - 1/2,000 sec.
Effective pixels Approx. 9.0 mega-pixels t AEB, Continuous: 1/4 - 1/2,000 sec.
t Night: 16 - 1/2,000 sec.
Total pixels Approx. 9.2 mega-pixels
Exposure
Lens
Control Program AE
Samsung lens 3X Inner Zoom f = 6.3 - 18.9 mm
Focal length Metering Multi, Spot, Center-weighted
(35 mm film equivalent: 38 - 114 mm)
F-stop range F3.5 (W) - F4.5 (T) Compensation ±2EV (1/3EV steps)
t Still image mode: 1.0X - 5.0X ISO equivalent Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200
Digital zoom
t Play mode: 1.0X - 10.8X (depending on image size) Flash
Display Mode Off, Auto, Red-eye, Fill in, Slow Sync, Red-eye Fix
Type TFT LCD t Wide: 0.3 m - 3.8 m (ISO Auto)
Range
Feature 2.7" (6.86 cm), 230,000 dots t Tele: 0.5 m - 3.0 m (ISO Auto)
Focusing Recharging time Approx. 5 sec.
TTL auto focus (Multi AF, Center AF, Face Recognition Shake reduction
Type
AF, Face Detection AF)
Digital Image Stabilisation (DIS)
Wide (W) Tele (T)
Effect
Normal 80 cm - infinity
t Photo Style Selector: Normal, Soft, Vivid, Forest,
Range Macro 5 cm - 80 cm 50 cm - 80 cm Shooting mode Retro, Cool, Calm, Classic, Negative, Custom RGB
Auto Macro 5 cm - infinity 50 cm - infinity t Image Adjust: Sharpness, Contrast, Saturation
Super Macro 1 cm - 5 cm -
Appendixes 95
White Balance Playback

Auto WB, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent_H, Fluorescent_L, Tungsten, Single image, Thumbnails, Multi slide show, Movie
Type
Custom Set clip, Smart Album
Shooting Edit Resize, Rotate, Photo Style Selector, Image Adjust
t Modes: Smart Auto (Portrait, Night Portrait, t Photo Style Selector: Normal, Soft, Vivid, Forest,
Backlight Portrait, Backlight, Landscape, White, Retro, Cool, Calm, Classic, Negative, Custom RGB
Effect
Motion, Tripod, Night, Macro, Macro Text), Auto, t Image Adjust: ACB, Red-eye Fix, Brightness,
Program, DIS, Movie, Scene (Night, Portrait, Contrast, Saturation, Face Retouch, Add Noise
Photos Children, Landscape, Text, Close Up, Sunset,
Dawn, Backlight, Firework, Beach & Snow, Frame Voice recording
Guide, Beauty Shot) t Voice Recording (Max. 10 hours)
t Drive: Single, Continuous, Motion Capture, AEB t Voice Memo in a photo (Max. 10 sec.)
t Timer: 2 sec,10 sec, Double, Motion Timer Storage
t Format: MPEG-4 with audio (Max recording time: t Internal memory: Approx. 196 MB
2 hours)
t External memory (Optional)
t Size: 800 x 592 (20 FPS), 640 x 480 (15 FPS,
- SD card (up to 4 GB guaranteed)
30 FPS), 320 x 240 (15 FPS, 30 FPS) Media - SDHC card (up to 8 GB guaranteed)
t 3X Optical zoom with sound recording - MMC Plus (up to 2 GB guaranteed)
Videos
t Frame rate: 15 FPS, 20 FPS, 30 FPS Internal memory capacity may not match these
t Photo Style Selector, White Balance, Video specifications.
stabilisation t Photo: JPEG (DCF), EXIF 2.21, DPOF 1.1,
t Video editing (embedded): Pause during recording, PictBridge 1.0
Still image capture, Time trimming File format
t Video: AVI (MPEG-4)
t Audio: WAV
Appendixes 96
For 1GB SD t File: Text file (TXT extension name,

smaller than 10 MB or up to 99,999 pages)
Super fine Fine Normal
t File format: Window ANSI (Windows 98 or later),
3456 x 2592 194 376 546 Text Viewer Unicode/Unicode (Big-Endian)/UTF-8 (Windows
3456 x 2304 221 426 611 2000/XP) Mac ANSI, Unicode (UTF-16)
3456 x 1944 264 510 744 t Function: Auto scroll (1 - 5),
Image size 2592 x 1944 343 637 870 Skipping by 1 - 10 pages
2048 x 1536 532 895 1,211 Interface
1024 x 768 1,716 2,059 2,376 Digital output
USB 2.0
These figures are measured under Samsung’s standard connector
conditions and may vary depending on shooting conditions Audio output Mono
and camera settings.
Video output NTSC, PAL (selectable)
Multimedia
DC power input
t Frequency: 20 Hz - 20 KHz 20 pins
connector
t Earphone port: 20 pin port (Stereo type)
Power source
t Output maximum volume: Left 40 mW + Right 40
mW (16:) Rechargeable
MP3 Lithium-ion battery (SLB-0937, 900 mAh)
t Noise ratio: 88 dB with 20 KHz LPF battery
t File format: MP3 (MPEG-1/2/2.5 Layer 3) AC adapter Power adapter (SAC-47), USB cable (CB20U05)
t Bit rate: 48 - 320 Kbps (Including VBR) The power source may differ depending on your region.
t Sound effect: SRS
Dimensions (W x H x D)
t Movie: Xvid MPEG-4 (Using Samsung Converter)
t Audio: MPEG Layer 2 (Using Samsung Converter) 92.8 x 59.7 x 19.4 mm
PMP t Play mode: Seeking in play (Max. 32X), Skipping in Weight
play, Auto skipping after one file played, Remember
120.7 g (without battery and memory card)
last played frame
Appendixes 97
Operating temperature
0 - 40˚ C
Operating humidity
5 - 85 %
Software
Samsung Converter, Samsung Master, Adobe Reader
Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Appendixes 98
Correct Disposal of This Product Correct disposal of batteries in this product
(Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European
(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate battery return systems)
countries with separate collection systems)
This marking on the battery, manual or packaging indicates that
This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that the batteries in this product should not be disposed of with other
it should not be disposed with other household wastes at the end household waste at the end of their working life. Where marked, the
of its working life. To prevent possible harm to the environment or chemical symbols Hg, Cd or Pb indicate that the battery contains
human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate this mercury, cadmium or lead above the reference levels in EC Directive
from other types of wastes and recycle it responsibly to promote the 2006/66. If batteries are not properly disposed of, these substances
sustainable reuse of material resources. Household users should can cause harm to human health or the environment.
contact either the retailer where they purchased this product, or their
local government office, for details of where and how they can take this To protect natural resources and to promote material reuse, please
item for environmentally safe recycling. Business users should contact separate batteries from other types of waste and recycle them through
their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase your local, free battery return system.
contract. This product should not be mixed with other commercial
wastes for disposal.
The rechargeable battery incorporated in this product is not user
replaceable. For information on its replacement, please contact your
service provider.
Samsung Eco-mark
It is Samsung’s own symbol mark is used to
effectively communicate Samsung’s environmental
friendly product activities to the consumers. The
mark represents Samsung’s continuous effort on
development of environmental conscious products.
Appendixes 99
Index
A B D F
ACB 53, 70 Battery Date and time 86 Face detection
Charging 92 Blink Detection 51
Adjusting Deleting files 63
Life 91 Normal 49
Brightness 70 in Multimedia mode 76
Specifications 91 Self-portrait 50
Contrast
Digital Image Stabilisation 37 Smart Face Recognition 51
in Playback mode 70 Beauty Shot mode 34
in Shooting mode 58 Digital zoom 20 Smile Shot 50
Saturation Blink detection 51
Disconnecting the device 24 Facial brightness 34
In Playback mode 70
Burst
in Shooting mode 58 DIS mode 37 Facial imperfections 34
Auto Exposure Bracket
Sharpness 58
(AEB) 56 Display brightness 85 Flash
Adobe Reader 22 Continous 56 Auto 46
Motion capture 56 Display type 18
AF Lamp 87 Fill in 46
DPOF 71 Off 45
AF Sound 85
Red-eye 46
C
Aperture 36 Red-eye Fix 46
Camera shake 30 E
Slow Sync 46
Auto Contrast Balance
Capturing an image 66 Editing 68
(ACB) 53, 70 Focus area
Cleaning Enlarging 64 Center AF 48
Auto mode 19
Body 89 Error messages 88 Multi AF 48
Display 89
Exposure 53
Lens 89
Appendixes 100
Index
Focus distance L Movie mode 38 Printing photos 73

Auto Macro 47
Light source MP3 skin 81 Print order 71
Macro 47 (White balance) 54
Normal (AF) 47 Multimedia mode 81 Program mode 37
Super macro 47 Long time shutter 36 Music mode 77
Protecting files 62
Text Viewer mode 80
Frame guide 35
Videos mode 79
M
Frame rate 38 Q
Music mode 77
Macro 47
Function button 13 Quick View 85
Muting
Maintenance 89
Function description 85 Camera 15
Memory card Video 38 R
Capacity 90
H MMC 90
Recording
Half-pressing 6 SD 90 N Video 38
Voice memo 40
SDHC 90 Navigation button 13
Recycle bin 63
I MENU button 13
P Red-eye 45
Icons 14 Metering
Centre-weighted 54 Photo Help Guide mode 21 Reset 86
Imprint 87
Multi 54
Photo quality 42 Resizing 68
ISO speed 46 Spot 54
Photo styles 57 Resolution
Mode button 13 Photo 42
Playback button 13, 15
Motion timer 44 Video 42
Playback mode 60
Appendixes 101
Index
RGB tone Shooting mode Transferring files W

in Playback mode 69 Auto 19 for Mac 29
White Balance 54
in Shooting mode 57 DIS 37 for Windows 22
Movie 38
Rotating 68
Photo Help Guide 21 Z
V
Program 37
Zoom button 13
S Scene 34 Video
Smart Auto 33 Playing 66 Zooming 20
Samsung Converter
Recording 38
Installing 22 Shutter speed 36
Using 26 Video Out 87
Slide show 65
Samsung Master Videos mode 79
Smart Album 61
Installing 22
Viewing files
Using 27 Smart Auto mode 33
as thumbnails 62
Scene mode 34 Smart Face Recognition 51 by category 61
Smile shot 50 on TV 72
Self-portrait 50
Slide show 65
Service centre 93 Start image 85
Voice memo
Settings Playing 67
Accessing 84 T Recording 40
Camera 86
Text Viewer mode 80 Volume 85
Display 85
Sound 85 Timer 43
Appendixes 102
Please refer to the warranty that came with your product or The CE Mark is a Directive conformity
visit our website http://www.samsungcamera.com/ for after- mark of the European Community (EC)
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This user manual includes detailed usage

instructions for your camera. Please read

User Manual Basic functions

PL10 Extended functions

Prevent damage to subjects’ eyesight

Do not use your camera near fuels, combustibles, or ﬂammable

Allow only qualiﬁed personnel to service your camera

Shooting mode icons

Pressing the shutter Exposure (Brightness)

Half-press [Shutter] Press [Shutter] Normal exposure Overexposure (too bright)

Subject, background, and composition

Adjusting brightness and colour ........................................ 53 Multimedia .............................................................................. 74

Unpacking …………………………………… 11 Transferring ﬁles to your computer

Camera AC adapter/USB cable Rechargeable battery

Strap Software CD-ROM A/V cable

The illustrations may differ from your

Earphones Quick Start Manual

AF-assist light/timer lamp

Battery chamber cover

m Access options or menus.

p Program Take a photo by setting options

u Multimedia Listen to MP3s, Play videos, and view text ﬁles

A A. Information B. Icons on the right

Zoom ratio Timer

Aperture and shutter speed

Camera shake White balance

Press and hold [P] to mute camera sounds.

3 Press [o] to conﬁrm the highlighted option or menu.

Press [Shutter] to return to Shooting mode.

5 Press [D] or [M] to scroll to White Balance and

6 Press [F] or [t] to scroll to a white balance option.

Changing the display type Setting the sound

2 Select Sound  Beep Sound  an option.

3 Press [m] to return to the previous mode.

1 In Shooting mode, press [O]. 4 Half-press [Shutter] to focus.

3 Align your subject in the frame. 5 Press [Shutter] to take a photo.

See page 30 for tips to get clearer photos.

Zooming Digital zoom

t The digital zoom is not available when using S, d, s (in some

1 In Shooting mode, press [O]. 5 View a topic.

Features to use when the image is out of focus

Features to use when adjusting colours

Installing programs Programs contained on the CD

Hardware and software requirements Program Purpose

t Using a self-assembled PC or a PC and OS that are not supported

1 Insert the installation CD in a compatible CD-ROM drive. Transferring ﬁles to your PC

1 Connect your camera to your PC with the USB cable.

3 Click Preview to check if a movie sample plays properly.

4 If the sample plays properly, select Do not install and

4 Remove the USB cable.

3 Create new folders named “MP3,” “PMP,” and “TEXT.”

t Multimedia ﬁles cannot be played or viewed if the folder names are

Using Samsung Converter No. Description

Using Samsung Master No. Description

1 Select the ﬁles you want to download.

2 Click Next and follow the onscreen instructions.

Using the Samsung Master Interface No. Description

t Mac OS X version 10.3 or later is supported.

Transferring ﬁles to your computer Transferring multimedia ﬁles to the camera

3 Double-click the removable disk icon.

4 Create new folders named “MP3,” “PMP,” and “TEXT.”

5 Copy multimedia ﬁles to the corresponding folders.

3 Double-click the removable disk icon.

2 Select Sound Beep Sound an option.

2 Select Scene a scene. 2 Select Scene Beauty Shot.

2 Select Scene Frame Guide.

4 Select Functions Long Time Shutter.

6 Select Functions Voice a sound option.

2 Select Functions Voice Record. 2 Select Functions Voice Memo.

2 Select Functions Photo Size an option.

2 Select Functions Focus Area an option.

2 Select Functions Face Detection Normal.

2 Select Functions Face Detection Blink

2 Select Functions EV. 1 In Shooting mode, press [m].

2 Select Functions White Balance an option. 1 In Shooting mode, press [m].