Samsung FINO105 User Manual

ENGLISH

NOTE

• This camera will not function without a battery.

• Use one 3V lithium battery (CR 2).

• The lens cap automatically opens when the Power button is turned on.

• Do not open the lens cap with your fingers.

The shutter does not operate in the following circumstances:

• When the camera has no battery or when the battery is almost drained.

• When the Power is turned off.(When the lens cap is closed.)

• When the zoom button is operating or when the film is winding or rewinding. (Rewinding will stop when the power button is pressed during rewinding.)

• When the film remains in the camera after rewinding.

• When the flash is being charged.

This camera is controlled electronically by a built-in microcomputer. Although unlikely, it may fail to operate under certain circumstances in which there is a strong electromagnetic field (near a TV, microwave etc.). If this occurs, please remove the lithium battery and replace after 2~3 minutes.

CONTENTS

Thank you for purchasing the SAMSUNG camera. Please read this manual before using your camera.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PREPARATION

Part Names ................................................................................ 4

LCD panel ...................................................................................7

Viewfinder and Indicators ...........................................................8

Loading the battery .....................................................................9

Checking the battery .................................................................10

Loading the film .........................................................................11

Attaching the strap ....................................................................12

Using the camera.......................................................................13

Holding the camera ..................................................................14

Taking pictures ..........................................................................15

Buzzer operation .......................................................................16

TAKING PHOTOS

Using the focus lock ..................................................................17

Rewinding the film ....................................................................18

Date imprinting (Q.D. model only) ........................................... 19

Using the Flash mode ..............................................................21

Auto Red-eye Reduction ..........................................................22

Auto Flash..................................................................................23

Fill-in flash .................................................................................24

Flash off .....................................................................................24

Using the Shooting mode .........................................................25

Portrait zoom .............................................................................26

Self Shooting..............................................................................27

Bulb shooting(B Shutter) ..........................................................28

Landscape shooting .................................................................29

Continuous shooting .................................................................30

IMPORTANT NOTES

Care and storage ......................................................................31

Trouble shooting .......................................................................32

SPECIFICATIONS

Checking the camera ..............................................................35

PART NAMES

Front / Top

Autofocus window

Self-timer lamp

Shutter button

Battery Chamber cover

PREPARATION

Mode dial

Mid-roll rewind button Flash button

(Flash mode selection button) LCD panel

Buzzer ON/OFF button

Exposure sensor

Lens

Flash Viewfinder

Rear / Bottom

Power button

Autofocus/flash indicator(Green LED)

Viewfinder

Tripod socket

Zoom Button W(WIDE) Zoom Button T(TELE) Film check window

Back cover release button

Strap eyelet

Date record window (Q.D. model only) Date selection button (Q.D. model only)

Interior

Back cover Film pressure plate Spool

Film pressure roller

Film sensor

DX contacts

LCD P ANEL

Flash mode

Buzzer indicator

Battery condition indicator

Exposure counter

Focal length

Film loading failure warning indicator(E)

Seconds(s) when Bulb mode

Film present indicator

Focal length unit Film loading indicator

VIEWFINDER AND INDICA T ORS

Viewfinder

Close range picture area mark

- WIDE : Optimum picture area when shoot within 0.8m~1.5 m

- TELE : Optimum picture area when shoot within 1m ~ 3m Picture area frame

- WIDE : Optimum picture area when shoot over 1.5 m

- TELE : Optimum picture area when shoot over 3m Autofocus frame (Focus on the subject with this frame)

Indicators

Green

Autofocus Indicator (Green LED)

When illuminated this confirms that conditions are suitable for picture taking. When the subject is too close, (within 0.8m (2.62ft)), the LED will blink rapidly and the shutter will lock. (Refer to page 16 for information of buzzer operation) Illuminates when the flash is fully charged. (In low light conditions) Blinks rapidly when the flash is being charged. (Shutter will be locked) Blinks slowly to indicate that the camera requires steady support (preferably a tripod) to avoid camera shake. (Refer to page 16 for information of buzzer operation)

LOADING THE BA TTERY

2 1

1. Open the chamber cover by sliding the battery chamber cover.

2. Insert a new battery and ensure it is placed in the correct position.

3. Close the chamber cover.

NOTE

Use one CR 2 battery. The camera will automatically turn the power off when not used after 3 minutes. Remove the battery from the camera when the camera is not used for an extended period. The indicator will disappear on the LCD panel when the power is turned off. Be sure to check the date and shooting mode when you load a new battery. If the date or time is incorrect, please refer to page 19 and adjust accordingly.

CHECKING THE BA TTERY

You can check the battery life on the LCD panel

1. Normal operation

- The battery condition indicator does not appear.

2. The indicator appears half way.

- The battery life is low and you should ensure that a replacement battery is available.

3. The indicator blinks.

- The battery is exhausted. Load a new battery.

NOTE

Do not remove the battery while the camera is operating, because it may cause the camera to malfunction. Battery performance is reduced in low temperatures (under -10 (14 ));Try to keep the camera warm between shots. (The battery will operate normally again when the temperature returns to normal). Please dispose of the exhausted battery with care. Some local authorities may require batteries to be disposed of separately from other refuse.

LOADING THE FILM

2 1

1. Open the back cover by sliding the release knob as shown above.

2. Insert a roll of film in the chamber. Do not force the film into position.

3. The film should lie flat.

4. Close the back cover. It will close with a “click”.

5. The film will automatically advance until the film counter reads “1”.

6. If a film is loaded incorrectly, the LCD panel will display an “E” warning signal. (Refer to page 16 for information of buzzer operation) Reload the film following the steps shown above.

NOTE

The camera automatically adjusts for ISO 50-3200 DX film. When you use non-DX film, the camera will set the film speed at ISO 100. Load the film in subdued lighting.

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