Samsung EC-TL34HRBA-US User Manual [en, es]

Please refer to the warranty that came with your product or go to our website http://www.samsung.com/ for after-sales service or inquiries.
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This Quick Start Manual has been specially designed to guide you through the basic functions and features of your device. For more information, refer to the User Manual included on the supplied CD-ROM. Please read the Quick Start Manual and User Manual carefully to ensure safe and correct use.
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©2008 Samsung Electronics America, inc.
The specifications of the camera or contents of this manual may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of camera functions.
Copyright information
Microsoft Windows and the
Windows logo are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and the
term "High Definition Multimedia Interface" are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
QuickTime and QuickTime logo
are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., used under license.
Provided manuals
Quick Start Manual
Explains how to assemble and prepare your camera for its first use, capture photos or videos and transfer files to a PC.
User Manual (CD-ROM)
Explains how to shoot with various shooting modes, set shooting options, and use the settings menu. It also includes how to handle error messages and maintain your camera.
Indication information
In this manual, camera buttons are represented by bold type in brackets. For example, [Shutter] represents the Shutter button.
Contents
Please follow these procedures before using the camera.
1. Unpack ………………………6
2. Insert the battery and memory card …………………7
3. Charge the battery and turn on your camera ……………8
4. Select a language and set the date and time ……………9
Camera layout ……………… 10 Icons ………………………… 12 Use the touch screen ……… 13
Take a photo ………………… 14 Record a video ……………… 15 Transfer files to a PC
(for Windows) ………………… 16
Specifications ………………… 18 FCC notice …………………… 19
Get answers to common questions
You can easily solve most problems by setting shooting options. There are more details about how to set shooting options in the CD version of the user manual.
The subject's eyes appear red.
Photos have dust spots.
Photos are blurred.
Photos are blurred when shooting at night.
Subjects come out too dark because of backlighting.
This is caused by a reflection from the camera flash.
Set the flash option to Red Eye or Red Eye Fix. (See the user manual p.33)
If the photo has already been taken, select Red Eye Fix in the edit menu.
• (See the user manual p.57)
Dust particles floating in the air may be captured in photos when using the flash.
Turn the flash off or avoid taking photos in a dusty place.
• Set ISO speed options. (See the user manual p.35)
This may be caused by taking photos in low light conditions or holding the camera incorrectly. Set the Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) option or press [Shutter] halfway down to make sure the subject is focused. (See the user manual p.26)
As the camera tries to let in more light, the shutter speed slows. This can make it difficult to steady the camera and may result in camera shake.
Turn the flash on. (See the user manual p.33)
• Select the 6 mode. (See the user manual p.20)
• Set ISO speed options. (See the user manual p.35)
• Use a tripod to prevent your camera from shaking.
When the light source is behind the subject or when there is a high contrast between the light and dark areas, the subject may come out shaded.
Avoid shooting in front of the sun.
• Select BACKLIGHT in the 4 mode. (See the user manual p.20)
• Set the flash option to Fill in. (See the user manual p.33)
• Set the Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) option. (See the user manual p.41)
• Adjust the exposure. (See the user manual p.40)
• Set the metering option to Spot if a bright subject is in the center of the frame.
• (See the user manual p.42)
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Health and Safety Information
p.1 ‘Health and Safety Information’
Comply with the following precautions to avoid dangerous or illegal situations while operating the camera and keep this manual handy for future reference.
Warnings
Situations that could cause injury to yourself or others
Do not use your camera near flammable or explosive gases and liquids
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 accessories.
Keep your camera away from small children and pets
Keep your camera and all accessories out of the reach of small children and animals. Small parts may cause choking or serious injury if swallowed. Moving parts and accessories may present physical dangers as well.
Prevent damage to subjects’ eyesight
Do not use the flash in close proximity (closer than 1m/3 ft) to people or animals. Using the flash too close to your subject’s eyes can cause temporary or permanent damage.
Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care
Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers.
• Incompatible batteries and chargers can cause serious injuries or damage to your camera.
Never dispose of batteries in a fire. Follow all local
• regulations when disposing of used batteries.
Never place batteries or cameras on or in heating
• devices, such as microwave ovens, stoves, or radiators. Batteries may explode when overheated.
Cautions
Situations that could cause damage to your camera or other equipment
Handle and store your camera carefully and sensibly
Do not allow your camera to get wet—liquids can
• cause serious damage. Do not handle your camera with wet hands. Water damage to your camera can void your manufacturer’s warranty.
Avoid using or storing your camera in dusty, dirty,
• humid, or poorly-ventilated areas to prevent damage to moving parts and internal components.
Protect your camera from impact, rough handling,
• and excessive vibration to avoid serious damage.
Exercise caution when connecting cables or
• adapters and installing batteries and memory cards. Forcing the connectors, improperly connecting cables, or improperly installing batteries and memory cards can damage ports, connectors, and accessories. Do not insert foreign objects into any of your camera’s compartments, slots, or access points. This type of damages may not be covered by your warranty.
Protect batteries, chargers, and memory cards from damage
Avoid exposing batteries or memory cards to very
• cold or very hot temperatures (below 0°C/32°F or above 40°C/104°F). Extreme temperatures can reduce the charging capacity of your batteries and can cause memory cards to malfunction.
Prevent batteries from making contact with metal
• objects, as this can create a connection between the + and – terminals of your battery and lead to temporary or permanent battery damage.
Prevent memory cards from making in contact with
• liquids, dirt, or foreign substances. If dirty, wipe the memory card clean with a soft cloth before inserting in your camera.
Use only Samsung-approved accessories
Using incompatible accessories may damage your camera, cause injury, or void your warranty.
Protect your camera’s lens
Protect your lens from fingerprints and scratches. Clean your lens with a soft, clean, debris-free lens cloth.
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1. Unpack 2. Insert the battery and memory card
Optional accessories
Remove the battery and memory card
Camera AC adapter (SAC-47)/
USB cable (SUC-C4)
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Sold as a set
Memory cardsCamera case
Insert memory cards with the gold-colored contacts facing up.
p.74 ‘About memory cards’ p.75 ‘About the battery’
Push gently until the card disengages from the camera and then pull it out of the slot.
Memory card
Rechargeable
battery
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Quick Start Manual
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Strap
Silver: AD63-02602A/
Black: AD63-02603A
(User manual included)
A / V cable
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Software CD-ROM
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HDMI cradle manual
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Cradle (for charging the battery and connecting
your camera to an
HDTV or PC)
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Remote control
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HDMI cable
(for viewing high-
resolution images or
playing videos)
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Insert batteries with the Samsung logo facing down.
Battery
lock
Battery
Note
The internal memory can be used as a temporary storage device when the memory card is not inserted.
Push the lock up to release the battery.
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3. Charge the battery and turn on your camera
p.75 ‘About the battery’
4. Select a language and set the date and time
Charge the battery Turn on your camera
Press [POWER]
When you turn on your camera for the first time, select a language and set the date and time.
Language
ENGLISH
Date & Time
2008/01/01
Press [Playback] to view stored files.
Indicator light
Red: Charging
Green: Fully charged
Press and hold [Playback] to mute camera sounds.
Select a language Set the date and time
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Language
Date & Time
ENGLISH
2008/01/01
Language
Date & Time
ENGLISH
2008/01/01
2
Language
Date & Time
ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS
DEUTSCH
Language
Date & Time
2008/01/01
yyyy/mm/dd
mm/dd/yyyy
dd/mm/yyyy
Off
3
World Time
Date & Time
08 01 01 12 00
Touch to change
4
Language
Date & Time
London
the number
Touch to select a city from the world map
Touch
2008/01/01
yyyy/mm/dd
mm/dd/yyyy
dd/mm/yyyy
Off
Select a date format
Select a field
Touch to switch to Shooting mode
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Camera layout
POWER button
Shutter button
AF-assist light/Timer lamp
Flash unit
Speaker
Mode dial
See below
Remote control sensor
Lens
Icon Mode Description
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1
8 7
AUTO
PROGRAM
MANUAL
DUAL IS
Take a photo conveniently with minimal settings
Take a photo by setting options (except for shutter speed and aperture value)
Take a photo by setting options manually
Take a photo with options suitable for reducing camera shake
Microphone
When the flash is needed, the flash unit opens automatically if you press [Shutter] (Press down gently to close).
Caution
While not in use, keep the flash unit closed to
• prevent damage.
Forcing open the flash unit may cause damage to
• your camera.
Icon Mode Description
6
5
4
3
NIGHT
BEAUTY SHOT
SCENE
MOVIE
Take a photo with options for shooting at night
Take a photo of a person with options to hide facial imperfections
Take a photo with options for a preset scene
Record a video
Touch screen
MENU button
Access the camera settings menu
Playback button
Battery chamber cover
Insert a memory card and battery
Status lamp
Blinking: When saving a photo or video,
Steady: When connecting to a computer or in focus
recording a voice memo, being read by a computer or printer, or out of focus
Zoom T/Expand button Zoom W/Thumbnail button
Tripod mount
USB and A / V port
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