Samsung EC-L700ZSBB-FR User Manual

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Instructions Getting to know your camera
Use this camera in the following order
Set up the camera driver
Take a picture
Insert the USB cable
Check the camera’s power
Before connecting the camera to a PC, via the USB cable, you will need to set up the camera driver. Install the camera driver that is contained in Application software CD-ROM. (p.64)
Take a picture. (p.15)
Insert the supplied USB cable into the PC’s USB port and the camera’s USB connection terminal. (p.66)
Check the camera’s power. If the power is turned off, press the camera button to turn it on.
Open Window’s EXPLORER and search for [Removable Disk]. (p.67)
If you use a card reader to copy the images on the memory card to your PC, the
images could be damaged. When transferring the images taken with the camera to your PC, be sure to use the supplied USB cable to connect the camera to your PC. Please note that the manufacturer holds no responsibility for loss or damage of images on the memory card due to the use of a card reader.
Thank you for buying a Samsung Digital Camera.
Prior to using this camera, please read the user manual thoroughly.
If you require After Sales service, please bring the camera and the cause of the
camera malfunction (such as battery, Memory card etc.) to the A/S centre.
Please check that the camera is operating properly prior to when you intend to
use it (e.g. for a trip or an important event) to avoid disappointment. Samsung camera takes no responsibility for any loss or damages that may result from camera malfunction.
Keep the manual in a safe place.
If you use a card reader to copy the images on the memory card to your PC, the
images could be damaged. When transferring the images taken with the camera to your PC, be sure to use the supplied USB cable to connect the camera to your PC. Please note that the manufacturer accepts no responsibility for loss or damage of images on the memory card due to the use of a card reader.
The contents and illustrations of this manual are subject to change without prior
notice for upgrading the camera functions.
If your camera was purchased outside of the country where you wish to have,
servicing fees are charged by the manufacturer's representatives in that country.
In some countries where this camera is not in market, servicings may not be
available.
Microsoft, Windows and Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.
All brand and product names appearing in this manual are registered trademarks
of their respective companies.
Danger Warning
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WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Do not use the flash in close proximity to people or animals. Positioning the flash
too close to your subject’s eyes may cause eyesight damage.
For safety reasons keep this product and accessories out of reach of children or
animals to prevent accidents e.g.:
Swallowing battery or small camera accessories. If an accident should occur,
please consult a doctor immediately.
There is the possibility of injury from the camera’s moving parts.
Battery and camera may become hot during prolonged use and it may result in
camera malfunction. Should this be the case, allow the camera to sit idle for a few minutes to allow it time to cool.
Do not leave this camera in places subject to extremely high temperatures, such
as a sealed vehicle, direct sunlight or other places of extreme variances in temperature. Exposure to extreme temperatures may adversely affect the camera’s internal components and could cause a fire.
When in use, do not cover the camera or Charger. This may cause heat to build
up and distort the camera body or cause a fire. Always use the camera and its accessories in a well-ventilated area.
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Do not attempt to modify this camera in any way. This may result in fire, injury,
electric shock or severe damage to you or your camera. Internal inspection, maintenance and repairs should be carried out by your dealer or Samsung Camera Service centre.
Please do not use this product in close proximity to flammable or explosive
gases, as this could increase the risk of explosion.
Should any form of liquid or a foreign object enter the camera, do not use it.
Switch off the camera, and then disconnect the power source. You must contact your dealer or Samsung Camera Service centre. Do not continue to use the camera as this may cause a fire or electric shock.
Do not insert or drop metallic or inflammable foreign objects into the camera
through access points e.g. the memory card slot and battery chamber. This may cause a fire or electric shock.
Do not operate this camera with wet hands. This could pose a risk of electric
shock.
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ContentsCaution
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in a minor or moderate injury.
Leaking, overheating, or burst battery could result in fire or injury.
Use battery with the correct specification for the camera.
Do not short circuit, heat or dispose of battery in fire.
Do not insert the battery with the polarities reversed.
Remove the battery when not planning to use the camera for a long period of
time. Battery may leak corrosive electrolyte and permanently damage the camera’s components.
Do not fire the flash while it is in contact with hands or objects. Do not touch the
flash after using it continuously. It may cause burns.
Take care not to touch the lens or lens cover to avoid taking an unclear image
and possibly causing camera malfunction.
Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image.
Credit cards may be demagnetized if left near case. Avoid leaving magnetic strip
cards near the case.
READY
System chart 5
Identification of features
6
Front & Top
6
Back & Bottom
7
Bottom / 5-function button
8
Self-timer lamp
8
Camera Status Lamp
8
Mode icon
9
Connecting to a Power Source
9
Inserting the memory card
10
Instructions on how to use the
memory card
11
LCD monitor indicator
13
Changing the recording mode
14
Selecting the [MODE] menu
14
Changing the recording mode
14
Starting the recording mode
15
How to use the Auto mode
15
How to use the Movie clip mode
16
Recording the movie clip without
sound
16
Pausing while recording a movie clip
(Successive Recording)
16
Using Successive Recording
16
How to use the Program mode
17
How to use the Scene modes
17
How to use the VOICE
RECORDING mode
18
Things to Watch Out for When
Taking Pictures
18
Using the camera buttons to set the
camera
19
POWER button
19
Shutter button
19
ZOOM W / T button
19
TELE Zoom
19
WIDE Zoom
20
Voice recording / Voice memo / UP
button
21
Recording a voice memo
21
Macro / Down button
21
Focus lock
22
Flash / Left button
22
Self-timer / Right button
24
MENU / OK button
25
M (Mode) button
25
E (Effect) button
26
Special Effect : Colour
27
Special Effect :
Preset focus frames
27
Movie Clip frame stabiliser
28
RECORDING
4
Contents
+ / - button 29
Using the LCD monitor to set the
camera settings
31
How to use the menu
32
Mode Set
33
Mode
33
Size
34
Quality / Frame rate
34
Metering
35
Continuous shot
35
Sharpness
35
OSD (On Screen Display)
information
36
Starting play mode
36
Playing back a movie clip
37
Movie clip capture function
37
How to capture the movie clip
37
On camera movie trimming
37
Playing back a recorded voice
38
LCD monitor indicator
38
Using the camera buttons to adjust
the camera
38
Play mode button
38
Thumbnail / Enlargement button
39
Voice memo / Up button
40
Play & Pause / Down button
41
Left / Right / Menu / OK button
41
E (Effect) button
41
Delete button
41
Setting up the play back function
using the LCD monitor
42
Starting the slide show
44
On Screen Display information
45
Rotating an image
45
Resize
46
Protecting images
46
Deleting images
47
Copy To Card
47
DPOF
48
DPOF : STANDARD
48
DPOF : Index
48
DPOF : Print size
49
PictBridge
49
PictBridge : Picture Selection
50
PictBridge : Print Setting
50
PictBridge : Print
51
PictBridge : RESET
52
Setup menu
52
File name
53
Auto power off
54
Language
54
Format
54
Setting up the Date / Time / Date
type
55
World Time
55
Imprinting the recording date
55
Auto Focus lamp
55
Sound
55
Connecting an External Device
(USB)
55
LCD brightness
56
Selecting Video out type
56
Quick view
56
Initialisation
56
Setting up the Mycam menu
57
Start up image
57
Start up sound
57
Shutter sound
57
Important notes
58
Warning indicator
59
Before contacting a service centre
60
Specifications
61
Software Notes
63
System Requirements
63
About the software
63
Setting up the application software
64
Starting PC mode
66
Removing the removable disk
68
Setting up the USB Driver for MAC
68
Using the USB Driver for MAC
68
Removing the USB Driver for
Windows 98SE
69
Digimax Master
69
FAQ
72
SETUP SOFTWARE
PLAY
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System chart
Please check that you have the correct contents before using this product. The contents can vary depending on the sales region. To buy the optional equipment, contact your nearest Samsung dealer or Samsung service centre.
Software CD
(see p.63)
Camera strap
User manual,
Product warranty
Camera case
SD memory card / MMC
(see p.12)
DPOF compatible
printer (see p.48)
PictBridge compatible
printer (see p.49)
Computer (see p.66)
External monitor
(see p. 56)
< Included items >
Rechargeable battery
(SLB-0837)
USB cable AV cable
Charger
(SBC-L5)
AC cord
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Identification of features
Flash
Microphone
Shutter button
Self-timer lamp / Auto focus lamp
Lens
Front & Top
Power button
Speaker
7
Identification of features
Back & Bottom
LCD monitor
Tripod socket
5 function button
M (Mode) button
+ / - button, Delete button
Zoom T button (Digital zoom)
Camera status lamp
Strap eyelet
AV OUT/ USB
Play mode button/Printer button
Zoom W button (Thumbnail)
E (Effects) button
8
Bottom / 5-function button
Voice memo / Voice Recording / Up button
Flash /
Left button
Menu / OK button
Self-timer / Right button
Macro / Down button Play & Pause button
Self-timer lamp
Icon Status Description
-
For the first 7 seconds, the lamp blinks at 1 second intervals.
- For the final 3 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at 0.25­second intervals.
For the 2 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at 0.25-second intervals. A picture will be taken after about 10 seconds and 2 seconds later a second picture will be taken.
Blinking
Blinking
Blinking
Camera Status Lamp
Status Description
Power on
The lamp turns on and off when the camera is ready to take a picture
After taking a picture
The lamp blinks while saving the image data and turns off when the camera is ready to take a picture The lamp lights up (LCD monitor turns off after initializing the device)
Transmitting Data with a PC The lamp blinks (LCD monitor turns off)
The lamp is off
When the printer is printing The lamp blinks
When the USB cable is inserted to a PC
When the USB cable is inserted to a printer
Memory card slot Battery holder
Battery chamber cover Battery chamber
Identification of features
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Identification of features
Connecting to a Power Source
Mode icon : Refer to page 14 for more information about the camera mode setting.
Model SLB-0837 Type Lithium Ion Capacity 860mAh Voltage 3.7V Charging time Approx. 150 MIN (Using the SBC-L5)
Battery life Number of images Recording time
Approx. 85 MIN Approx. 170 Approx. 70 MIN
Using the fully charged battery, Auto mode 7M image size, Fine image quality Shot to shot interval : 30Sec. Changing the zoom position between the Wide and the Tele ends every 1 shot. Using the flash every two times
Still image Movie
Based
on
the following shooting
conditions
Based
on
the following shooting
conditions
Using the fully charged battery 640X480 image size 30fps frame rate
Number of images and battery life: Using the SLB-0837
These figures are measured under Samsung’s standard conditions and Shooting
conditions and may vary depending on the way of user’s usage.
Important information about battery usage
When the camera is not in use, turn off the camera power.
Please remove the battery if the camera will not be used for long periods.
The battery can lose power over time and may leak if kept inside the camera.
Low temperatures (below 0°C) can affect the performance of the battery
and you may experience reduced battery life.
Battery will usually recover at normal temperatures.
During extended use of the camera, the camera body may become warm.
This is perfectly normal.
INFORMATION
You should use the rechargeable battery (SLB-0837) supplied with the camera.
SLB-0837 rechargeable battery Specification
MODE MOVIE CLIP
VOICE RECORDING
AUTO PROGRAM PLAY
ICON
NIGHT
PORTRAIT
CHILDREN
LANDSCAPE
TEXT
CLOSE UP
ICON
MODE SUNSET DAWN
BACKLIGHT
FIREWORKS
BEACH&SNOW
-
ICON -
MODE
SCENE
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Connecting to a Power Source
Insert the battery as shown
- If the camera does not turn on after you have inserted battery, please check whether the battery is inserted with the correct polarity (+ / -).
- When the battery chamber cover is opened, do not press the battery chamber cover by force. This may cause damage to the battery chamber cover.
Battery
status
Battery
indicator
The battery is fully charged
Low battery
capacity
(Prepare to
recharge or use
spare battery)
Low battery
capacity
(Prepare to
recharge or use
spare battery)
Low battery
capacity
(Prepare to
recharge or use
spare battery)
There are 4 indicators for battery condition that are displayed on the LCD
monitor.
Insert the memory card as shown.
- Turn off the camera’s power before inserting the memory card.
- Have the front of the memory card facing toward the front of the camera (lens) and the card pins toward the back of the camera (LCD monitor).
- Do not insert the memory card in the wrong way round. Doing so may damage the memory card slot.
Inserting the memory card
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Instructions on how to use the memory card
Be sure to format the memory card (see p.54) if you are using a newly
purchased memory for the first time, if it contains data that the camera cannot recognise, or if it contains images captured with a different camera.
Turn off the camera power whenever the memory card is being inserted or
removed.
Repeated use of the memory card will eventually reduce the memory card’s
performance. Should this be the case, you will need to purchase a new memory card. Wear and tear on the memory card is not covered by the Samsung warranty.
The memory card is an electronic precision device.
Do not bend, drop or subject the memory card to any heavy impact.
Do not store the memory card in an environment with strong electronic or
magnetic fields, e.g. near loud speakers or TV receivers.
Please do not use or store in an environment where there are extremes in
temperature.
Do not allow the memory card to become dirty or to come into contact with any
liquid. Should this happen, clean the memory card with a soft cloth.
Please keep the memory card in its case when not in use.
During and after periods of extended use, you may notice that the memory card
is warm. This is perfectly normal.
Do not use a memory card that is used in another digital camera. To use the
memory card in this camera, format the memory card using this camera.
Do not use a memory card formatted by another digital camera or memory card
reader.
If the memory card is subjected to any of the following, the recorded data may
become corrupted :
- When the memory card is used incorrectly.
- If the power is switched off or the memory card is removed while recording,
deleting (formatting) or reading.
Samsung cannot be held responsible for lost data.
It is advisable to copy important data onto other media as back-up e.g. floppy
disks, hard disks, CD etc.
If there is insufficient memory available :
A [Memory Full!] message will appear and the camera will not operate. To optimise the amount of memory in the camera, replace the memory card or delete unnecessary images stored on the memory card.
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Instructions on how to use the memory card
[SD (Secure Digital) memory card]
Write protect
switch
Label
Card pins
The camera can use SD/ SDHC Memory Cards and MMC (Multi Media Cards).
Please consult the enclosed manual for using the MMC Cards.
The SD/ SDHC memory card has a write protect switch that prevents image files from being deleted or formatted. By sliding the switch to the bottom of the SD memory card, the data will be protected. By sliding the switch to the top of the SD memory card, the data protection will be cancelled. Slide the switch to the top of the SD memory card before taking a picture.
Don't remove the memory card when the camera status lamp is blinking as
this may cause damage to data in the memory card.
INFORMATION
When using a 256MB MMC memory, the specified shooting capacity will be as
follows. These figures are approximate as image capacities can be affected by variables such as subject matter and memory card type.
The recording times can be changed by the zoom operation.
The zoom button doesn’t use during the movie recording.
Recorded image size
Super Fine Fine Normal
30FPS 15FPS
76 113 193 - -
93 159 272 - -
173 266 425 - -
560 673 743 - -
---About 11' About 18'
---About 40' About 67'
640
320
7M
5M
3M
1M
Movie
clip
Still
image
*
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LCD monitor indicator
[Image & Full Status]
⑮ ⑭
⑨ ⑩
The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting functions and selections.
No. Description Icons Page
2 Battery p.10
3 Continuous shot AEB p.35
Recording mode
p.15~181
No. Description Icons Page
4
Flash p.22~24
Without Sound p.16
5 Self-timer p.24
6 Macro p.21~22
7 Metering p.35
8 Card inserted indicator -
9 Auto focus frame -
10 Camera shake warning p.18
11 Date / Time 2007.01.01 01:00 PM p.55
12 Exposure compensation p.31
13 White Balance p.30
14 ISO p.29
15 RGB RGB p.29
16 Sharpness p.35
17 Image quality p.34
18 Image size p.34
Number of available shots remaining
12 p.12
Remaining time (Movie clip / Voice recording)
00:01:30/ 01:00:00 p.12
20 Voice memo p.21
21 p.19~20
Optical/ Digital Zoom bar/
Digital Zoom rate
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Changing the recording mode
You can select the desired working mode by the M (mode) button located on the
back of the camera and [MODE], [MODE SET] menu. Auto, Program, movie clip, scene (night, portrait, children, landscape, text recognition, close-up, sunset, dawn, backlight, fireworks, beach & snow) camera modes are available.
Selecting the [MODE] menu
1. Insert the battery (p.10).
2. Insert the memory card (p.10). As this camera has a 20MB internal memory, it is not essential to insert the memory card. If the memory card is not inserted, an image will be stored in the internal memory. If the memory card is inserted, an image will be stored on the memory card.
3. Close the battery chamber cover.
4. Press the power button to turn on the camera.
5. Press the menu button and a menu will display.
6. Use the Left / Right button to select the [MODE] menu.
7. Select [STILL & MOVIE] or [FULL] sub menu by pressing the UP / DOWN button.
- [STILL & MOVIE] : A still image mode that was selected on the [MODE SET]
menu and movie clip mode can be selected. Refer to page 51 for more information about using the [MODE SET] menu.
- [FULL] : Auto, Program, Movie clip and scene modes can be
selected.
8. Press the MENU button and the menu will disappear.
Changing the recording mode : If the [STILL & MOVIE] menu was selected
Steps from 1-4 are the same as those for selecting the [MODE] menu.
5. The recording mode of still image selected in the [MODE SET] menu will display.
6. Press the M (Mode) button located on the back of the camera and the recording mode will change to the movie clip mode.
7. Press the M (Mode) button again and a still image mode selected on the [MODE SET] menu will be selected.
[Pressing the M (Mode) button]
[AUTO mode]
[MOVIE CLIP mode]
MODE
STILL & MOVIE
FULL
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Changing the recording mode Starting the recording mode
Changing the recording mode : If the [FULL] menu was selected
Steps from 1-4 are the same as those for selecting the [MODE] menu.
5. The recording mode of still image selected in the [MODE SET] menu will display.
6. Press the M (Mode) button located on the back of the camera and the mode selection menu will display.
7. To select the Auto, Program, Movie clip or Scene modes, press the Left / Right button. To move between the Auto, Manual, Movie clip menu line and Scene menu line, press the Up / Down button.
8. Press the M (Mode) button to select the mode and the mode selection menu will disappear.
[Pressing the Up button]
Portrait
[Pressing the Left button]
[Mode selection menu]
AUTO
MOVIE
[Selecting the Movie clip mode]
[Selecting the Scene mode]
Confirm:Mode/OK
Confirm:Mode/OK
Confirm:Mode/OK
How to use the Auto mode( )
Use this for shooting basic still images.
1. Select the [FULL] sub menu on the [MODE] menu (p.14).
2. Select the Auto mode by pressing the M (Mode) button (p.15).
3. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using the LCD monitor.
4. Press the shutter button to capture an image.
[AUTO mode]
If the auto focus frame turns to red when you press the shutter button down half way, it means that the camera cannot focus on the subject. Should this be the case, the camera is less likely to capture an image clearly.
Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image.
INFORMATION
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Starting the recording mode
How to use the Movie clip mode( )
A movie clip can be recorded for as long as the available recording time of the memory capacity allows.
1. Select the [FULL] sub menu on the [MODE] menu (p.14).
2. Select the Movie clip mode by pressing the M (Mode) button (p.15).
3. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using the LCD monitor.
4. Press the shutter button once and movie clips are recorded for as long as the available recording time allows. Movie clips will still be recorded if the shutter button is released. If you wish to stop recording, press the shutter button again.
Image size and type are listed below.
- Image size : 640X480, 320X240 (user selectable)
- Movie clip file type : AVI (MPEG-4)
[MOVIE CLIP mode]
Recording the movie clip without sound
You can record the movie clip without sound. Steps from 1-3 are the same as those for MOVIE CLIP mode.
4. Press the Up button and the ( ) icon will display on the LCD monitor.
5. Press the shutter button and movie clip is recorded for as long as the available recording time without sound.
6. To stop the recording, press the shutter button again.
Pausing while recording a movie clip (Successive Recording)
This camera allows you to temporarily stop during unwanted scenes, while recording a movie clip. Using this function, you can record your favourite scenes into a movie clip without having to create multiple movie clips.
Using Successive Recording
Steps from 1-2 are the same as those for MOVIE CLIP mode.
3. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using the LCD monitor. Press the shutter button and movie clips are recorded for as long as the available recording time. Movie clips will still be recorded if the shutter button is released.
4. Press the Pause button ( ) to pause recording.
5. Press the Pause button ( ) again to resume the recording.
6. If you wish to stop recording, press the shutter button again.
[Successive recording of a movie clip]
Stop:Shutter REC:/
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Starting the recording mode
How to use the Program mode( )
Selecting the automatic mode will configure the camera with optimal settings and you can manually configure various functions.
1. Select the [FULL] sub menu on the [MODE] menu (p.14).
2. Select the Program mode by pressing the M (Mode) button (p.15).
3. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using the LCD monitor.
4. Press the shutter button to capture an image.
[PROGRAM mode]
The scene modes are listed below.
[NIGHT] ( ) : Use this for shooting still images at night or in other
dark conditions. [PORTRAIT] ( ) : To take a picture of a person. [CHILDREN] ( ) : To take a picture of fast moving objects, for
example, children. [LANDSCAPE] ( ) : To take pictures of distant scenery. [TEXT] ( ) : Use this mode to shoot a document. [CLOSE UP] ( ) : Close-up shooting for small objects such as plants
and insects. [SUNSET] ( ) : For taking pictures of sunsets. [DAWN] ( ) : Daybreak scenes. [BACKLIGHT] ( ) : Portrait without shadows caused by backlight. [FIREWORKS] ( ) : Firework scenes. [BEACH&SNOW] ( ) : For ocean, lake, beach and snowscape scenes.
How to use the Scene modes( )
Use the menu to easily configure optimal settings for a variety of shooting situations.
1. Select the [FULL] sub menu on the [MODE] menu (p.14).
2. Select the Scene mode by pressing the M (Mode) button (p.15).
3. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using the LCD monitor.
4. Press the shutter button to capture an image.
[SCENE mode]
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Starting the recording mode
Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures
How to use the VOICE RECORDING mode ( )
A voice recording can be recorded for as long as the memory capacity allows. (Max. 1hour)
1. In any mode with the exception of Movie clip mode, select the VOICE RECORDING mode by pressing the Voice recording button twice.
2. Press the shutter button to record a voice.
- Press the shutter button once and voice is
recorded for as long as the available recording time allows. The recording time will be displayed on the LCD monitor. Voice will still be recorded if the shutter button is released.
- If you wish to stop recording, press the shutter
button again.
- File type : *.wav * A distance of 40cm between you and the camera
(microphone) is the best distance to record sound.
Pressing the shutter button down half way.
Lightly press the shutter button to confirm focus and flash battery charge. Press the shutter button all way down to take the picture.
[Lightly press the shutter button] [Press the shutter button]
The available memory capacity may vary depending on shooting conditions and
camera settings.
When the Flash Off or Slow synchro mode is selected in a low lighting condition, the camera shake warning indicator ( ) may appear on the LCD monitor. In this case, use a tripod, support the camera on a solid surface or change to flash shot mode.
Shooting against the light :
Please do not take pictures to the sunlight direction. Taking a picture against the sun may make the picture dark. To take a picture against the sun, please use the [Backlight] in the scene shooting mode (see page 17), fill-in flash (see page 23), spot metering (see page 35), or exposure compensation (see page 31).
Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image.
Compose the image by using the LCD monitor.
Under certain conditions the auto focus system may not perform as expected.
- When photographing a subject that has little contrast.
- If the subject is highly reflective or shiny.
- If the subject is moving at high speed.
- When there is strong reflected light, or when the background is very bright.
- When the subject matter has only horizontal lines or the subject is very narrow (such as a stick or flagpole).
- When the surroundings are dark.
[VOICE RECORDING mode]
REC:Shutter EXIT:
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Using the camera buttons to set the camera
ZOOM W / T button
The recording mode function can be set up by using the camera buttons.
Used for turning the camera’s power on / off.
If there is no operation during the specified time,
the camera's power will be turned off automatically to save battery life. Refer to page 54 for more information about the auto power off function.
POWER button
Used for taking an image or recording voice in
the RECORDING mode.
In MOVIE CLIP mode :
Pressing the shutter button down fully starts the process for recording a movie clip. Press the shutter button once and the movie clip is recorded for as long as the available recording time in the memory allows. If you wish to stop recording, press the shutter button again.
In STILL IMAGE mode
Pressing the shutter button down halfway activates the autofocus and checks the condition of the flash. Pressing the shutter button down fully takes and stores the image. If you select voice memo recording, the recording will start after the camera has finished storing the image data.
Shutter button
If the menu is not displayed, this button works
as the OPTICAL ZOOM or DIGITAL ZOOM button.
This camera has a 3X optical zoom and a 5X digital zoom function.
Using both will offer a total zoom ratio of 15X.
TELE Zoom
Optical zoom TELE : Pressing the ZOOM T button. This will zoom into the
subject i.e. the subject will appear nearer.
Digital zoom TELE : When the maximum (3X) optical zoom is selected,
pressing the ZOOM T button activates the digital zoom software. Releasing ZOOM T button stops the digital zooming at the required setting. Once the maximum digital zoom (5X) is achieved, pressing the ZOOM T button will have no effect.
[WIDE zoom]
[TELE zoom] [Digital zoom 5.0X]
Pressing
the ZOOM
T button
Pressing
the ZOOM
T button
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ZOOM W / T button
Images taken using the digital zoom may take a little longer for the camera
to process. Allow time for this to take place.
The digital zoom cannot be used in movie clip shots.
You may notice a decrease in image quality when using the digital zoom.
To view a clearer digital zoom image, press the shutter button halfway at the
maximum (3X) optical zoom position and press the zoom T button again.
The digital zoom can't be activated in the Night scene mode, Children
mode, Text mode, two scene modes (Close up, Fireworks) and the movie clip mode.
Take care not to touch the lens to avoid taking an unclear image and
possibly causing camera malfunction. If the image is dim, turn the camera power off and on again to modify the lens position.
Take care not to press the lens as this may cause a camera malfunction.
When the camera is turned on, take care not to touch the camera's moving
lens parts as this may cause the resulting image to be dim and unclear.
INFORMATION
[TELE zoom]
[Optical zoom 2X] [WIDE zoom]
Pressing
the ZOOM
W button
Pressing
the ZOOM
W button
[Digital zoom 5.0X]
[TELE zoom] [WIDE zoom]
Pressing
the ZOOM
W button
Pressing
the ZOOM
W button
WIDE Zoom
Optical zoom WIDE : Pressing the ZOOM W button. This will zoom out from
the subject i.e. the subject will appear further away. Pressing the ZOOM W button continuously will set the camera to its minimum zoom setting i.e. the subject appears at its furthest from the camera.
Digital zoom WIDE : When the digital zoom is in operation, pressing the
ZOOM W button will reduce the digital zooming in steps. Releasing ZOOM W button stops digital zooming. Pressing the ZOOM W button will reduce the digital zoom and then it will continue to reduce the optical zoom until the minimum setting is reached.
Optical zoom
Digital zoom
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Voice recording ( ) / Voice memo ( ) / UP button
Macro ( ) / Down button
While the menu is showing, press the UP button to move up the sub menu.
When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, the UP button operates as the voice recording or voice memo ( ) button. You can add your voice-over to a stored still image. Refer to page 18 for more information about the voice recording.
Recording a voice memo
1.
Select a RECORDING mode with the exception of MOVIE CLIP mode. (p.15, 17)
2. Press the VOICE MEMO ( ) button. If the voice memo indicator is displayed on the LCD monitor, the setting is completed.
3. Press the shutter button and take a picture. The picture is stored on the memory card.
4. Voice memo will be recorded for ten seconds from the moment the picture is stored. In the middle of the sound recording, pressing the shutter button will stop the voice memo.
A distance of 40cm between you and the camera (microphone) is the best
distance to record sound.
INFORMATION
While the menu is showing, press the DOWN button to move from the main
menu to a sub menu, or to move down the sub menu. When the menu is not showing, you can use the MACRO / DOWN button to take macro pictures. The distance ranges are shown below. Press the Macro button until the desired macro mode indicator displays on the LCD monitor.
Types of focus modes and focus ranges (W : Wide, T : Tele)
(Unit : cm)
When the macro mode is selected, it is possible that camera shake will
occur. Take care not to shake the camera.
When you take a picture within 20cm in the Macro mode, select the FLASH
OFF mode.
INFORMATION
[Preparing for Voice Memo] [Recording Voice Memo]
Stop:Shutter
[Auto macro ( )][Macro ( )][Auto focus - No icon]
Mode
Focus Type
Auto macro
( ) Normal Macro ( ) Normal
Focus range
W : 5~Infinity T : 40~Infinity
W : 80~Infinity
T : 80~Infinity
W : 80~Infinity
T : 80~Infinity
W : 5~80 T : 40~80
Program ( )
Auto ( )
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Macro ( ) / Down button Flash ( ) / Left button
Available focusing method, by recording mode
(O : Selectable, X : Not selectable, : Infinity focus range)
To focus on a subject not positioned in the centre of the picture, use the focus lock function.
Using the Focus Lock
1. Ensure the subject is in the centre of the autofocus frame.
2. Press the SHUTTER button halfway. When the green auto focus frame lights up, it means the camera is focused on the subject. Be careful not to press the SHUTTER button all the way down to avoid taking an unwanted picture.
3. With the SHUTTER button still pressed down only halfway, move the camera to recompose your picture as desired, and then press the SHUTTER button completely to take the picture. If you release your finger from the SHUTTER button, the focus lock function will be cancelled.
1. The image to be captured.
2. Press the SHUTTER button halfway and focus on the subject.
3. Recompose the picture and fully depress the SHUTTER button.
Focus lock
Flash range (Unit : m)
When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor,
pressing the LEFT button makes the cursor shift to the left tab.
When the menu is not displayed on the LCD
monitor, the LEFT button operates as the FLASH ( ) button.
Selecting the flash mode
1.
Select a RECORDING mode with the exception of MOVIE CLIP mode. (p.15, 17)
2. Press the Flash button until the desired flash mode indicator displays on the LCD monitor.
3. A flash mode indicator will be displayed on the LCD monitor. Use the correct flash to suit the environment.
[Selecting the Auto flash]
OOO OXO
XOX
SCENE
Mode
Normal
Macro
Auto macro
Normal
Macro
Auto macro
Mode
OOO XX∞∞O O
XXXXXOXXXXX
XXXXOXXXXXX
WIDE TELE WIDE TELE WIDE TELE
0.8 ~ 3.0 0.8 ~ 2.5 0.4 ~ 0.8 0.5 ~ 0.8 0.4 ~ 3.0 0.5 ~ 2.5
ISO
AUTO
Normal Macro
Auto macro
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Flash ( ) / Left button
Menu tab Flash mode Description
Flash mode indicator
If the subject or background is dark, the camera flash will operate automatically.
If a subject or background is dark, the camera flash will work automatically and will reduce the red-eye effect by using the red-eye reduction function.
The flash fires regardless of available light. The intensity of the flash will be controlled, according to the prevailing conditions. The brighter the background or subject is, the less intense the flash will be.
The flash will operate in conjunction with a slow shutter speed in order to obtain the correct exposure. When you take an image in a condition with poor light, the camera shake warning indicator ( ) will display on the LCD monitor. We recommend using a tripod for this function.
The flash does not fire. Select this mode when capturing images in a place or situation where flash photography is prohibited. When you capture an image in a poorly lit condition, the camera shake warning indicator ( ) will display on the LCD monitor. We recommend using a tripod for this function.
Auto flash
Auto &
Red eye
reduction
Fill in flash
Slow synchro
Flash off
If you press the shutter button after selecting the Auto, Fill-in, Slow sychro
flash, the first flash fires to check the shooting condition (Flash range and Power ratio of flash). Do not move until the second flash fires.
Using the flash frequently will reduce the life of the battery.
Under normal operating conditions the charging time for the flash is
normally less than 4 seconds. If the battery is weak, the charging time will be longer.
Take photographs within the flash range.
The image quality is not guaranteed if the subject is too close or highly
reflective.
When taking an image in a poorly lit condition with the flash, there may be a
white speck in the captured image. The speck is caused by the reflecting of the flash light from the atmospheric dust. It is not camera malfunction.
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