• 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.
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CONTENTS/
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Thank you for purchasing the SAMSUNG camera. Please read this manual before using your camera.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PREPARATION
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Date record window (Q.D. model only)
Date selection button (Q.D. model only)
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Film sensor /
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Film pressure plate /
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LCD P ANEL/
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Flash mode
Buzzer indicator
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Exposure counter
Film loading failure warning indicator(E)
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Battery condition indicator
Film rewinding indicator
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VIEWFINDER AND INDICATORS /
Viewfinder
Close range picture area mark
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- WIDE : Optimum picture area when shoot within 1m ~1.5 m
- TELE : Optimum picture area when shoot within 1.2m ~ 2m
Picture area frame
- WIDE : Optimum picture area when shoot over 1.5m
- TELE : Optimum picture area when shoot over 2m
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Autofocus frame (Focus on the subject with this frame)
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ATTACHING THE STRAP/
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Indicators/
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Autofocus Indicator (Green LED)
When illuminated this confirms that conditions are suitable for picture
taking.
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 21 for information of buzzer operation)
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LOADING THE BA TTERY/
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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.
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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 27 and adjust accordingly.
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CHECKING THE BA TTERY/
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You can check the battery life on the LCD panel.
1. Normal operation
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- 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.
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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.
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LOADING THE FILM/
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1. Open the back cover by sliding the release knob as shown above.
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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 21 for information of
buzzer operation) Reload the film following the steps shown above.
NOTE
The camera automatically adjusts for ISO 50-1600 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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USING THE CAMERA/
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Press the Power button to turn the power on. The indicators will appear on the LCD panel.
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If the camera is not used for 3 minutes, the power will be turned off automatically.
While looking through the viewfinder, aim the camera at the subject and operate the zoom buttons.
Press the(Tele) button to move the lens out and press the(Wide) button to move the lens in .
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HOLDING THE CAMERA/
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In order to avoid camera shake, hold the camera steady, especially
when using longer focal lengths (Tele).
Place the camera strap over your wrist.
Both elbows (horizontal picture) or one elbow (vertical picture)
should be held close to your body.
Keep your eye close to the viewfinder when using the camera. This
ensures correct framing. Ensure you can see all four sides of the
viewing frame when composing your shot.
NOTE
Avoid obstructing the lens when you take a picture. Pictures can be
spoiled when a finger, hair or camera strap falls in front of the Lens,
Exposure Sensor or Auto-focus Windows.
When you take vertical pictures with flash, the flash should be above
the lens.
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TAKING PICTURES/
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Aim the Autofocus frame at a subject.(Refer to page 10)
Press the Shutter button half way down. The lens is focused when
the green lamp turns on.
Press the Shutter button all the way down to take a picture.
The film will automatically advance after shooting and the frame
counter will advance.
Exposure range(WIDE) : 1m ~ 1.2m ~
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NOTE
When the flash is being charged, the indicator(Green LED) will be blink rapidly.
In order to avoid camera shake, hold the camera steadily and press the Shutter button gently, particularly when
using longer focal lengths (Tele).
After taking pictures, turn off the camera. This will protect the lens and prevent unintended shots. (If not used for 3
minutes, the camera will turn off automatically).
The quality of pictures is not guaranteed when the distance is less than 1.0m(WIDE) or 1.2m(TELE).
Pressing the shutter button will activate the zoom lens for accurate focusing , but there is no change of focal length.
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BUZZER OPERA TION
The buzzer function can be selected by Buzzer ON/OFF
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button and it will operate only if the buzzer mark appears
on the LCD panel.
According to the function, the buzzer sound is as follows.
Buzzer soundFunctionApplication
PeekSelectionWhen you press Flash, Buzzer button
long beeps(4Hz)WarningWhen hand shake is detected
long beeps(2Hz)WarningWhen a film is loaded incorrectly
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The buzzer function set automatically when the power is turned on after inserting new battery.
Buzzer function is changed by buzzer ON/OFF button.
When Mode Dial is changed
When the rewinding is completely finished
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USING THE FOCUS LOCK/
If you want to focus on a subject that is not in the centre of your picture, use the Focus Lock
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function described below.
1. Aim the camera with the autofocus frame superimposed over the subject.
2. Press the shutter button half way down. (Green LED light)
Be careful not to press the shutter button all the way down to avoid taking an unwanted picture.
3. Keeping the shutter button depressed, recompose your picture as desired.
Hold the camera steadily and gently press the shutter button completely down.
The Focus Lock can be released at any time by lifting your finger from the shutter button.
! ATTENTION
The Autofocus system of this camera may not function in circumstances below :
The subject blends into the background.
The subject is fast moving.
The subject does not reflect enough light back into the autofocus receiver(e.g.very dark objects).
The subject is very narrow, either horizontally or vertically(e.g.a lamppost).
There is more than one subject, one near the camera and one some distance away.
Strong light is directed at the camera. (the subject is back lit).
Fireworks and smoke.
Shining or glossy surfaces such as a car body or the surface of water.
In these circumstances, using the Focus Lock feature may help to solve the problem.
TAKING PHOTOS
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REWINDING THE FILM/
1. Automatic rewinding
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After taking all the pictures on a roll of film, the camera will automatically rewind the film.
The motor stops when the rewinding is completed.
When the rewinding is completed, the icon () will blink. After 5 seconds the
icon will no longer be displayed. You may remove the film at this point.(Refer to page 21
for information of buzzer operation)
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Mid-roll rewind button
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2. Mid-roll rewinding
To rewind the film in the middle of a roll, press the Mid-roll rewind button.
The film will be completely rewound, ready for processing. You will not be
able to reload the film.
NOTE
If you press the Power button during film rewinding, the rewinding is
interrupted until the Power button is released.
If the motor stops before the LCD shows “0”, replace the battery. Do not
open the back cover until the battery is replaced.
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DA TE IMPRINTING(Q.D.MODEL ONL Y)
1. Changing Date format /
Press the MODE button in the back cover to select the desired format.
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3. Setting the Date /
Select the date mode by pressing the MODE button.
Press the SELECT button to access a day, month or year.
Adjust the date or time by pressing the SET button.
(The date will run through quickly if you press the SET button continuously.)
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To avoid damage the buttons, do not use a sharp implement.
Remember, when changing the battery, you will need to
adjust the date.
This camera will set the date automatically until 2049.
A year mark will be indicated by the last 2 digits on the Date Record Window, which
will be printed on the picture.
Under these circumstances the camera will operate as normal.
The 2049 date is subject to change without prior notice.
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EXAMPLE
2001 –> “01”
2002 –> “02”
2003 –> “03”
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USING THE FLASH MODE/
You can select the flash mode by pressing the FLASH button.
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The Flash Mode Order is subject to change without prior notice.
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AUTO
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In low light conditions, the flash will automatically fire to obtain a suitable
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exposure.
You can decrease the red-eye phenomenon automatically when taking a
portrait picture in low light.
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When you press the shutter button down, the Red-eye reduction lamp will
operate and the flash will fire.
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AUTO
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AUTO FLASH/
Select the Auto Mode by pressing the FLASH button 1 time.
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Auto flash mode activates the flash by measuring the brightness of the object.
Flash will not engage when the shooting object is too bright.
NOTE
Once the Auto Flash Mode is selected, it will remain active even when it is
turned off. (but)When you change the battery, the mode will be set to auto redeye reduction.
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FILL-IN FLASH/
Select this mode by pressing the FLASH button 2 times.
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When the main subject is in shadow and the surrounding light conditions are
too strong for the auto-flash to engage, the fill-in flash allows you to expose the
subject correctly.
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When using this mode, the flash fires regardless of the brightness of the
subject and background.
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FLASH OFF/
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Select this mode by pressing the FLASH button three times.
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Use this mode when you want to take pictures without flash.
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When using the Flash Off function, you may need to use a tripod to
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USING THE SHOOTING MODE
Select the shooting mode as below by the Mode Dial.
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SELF-SHOOTING/
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You can select the Self- shooting by the Mode Dial.
You can take a picture of yourself by using this mode.
When pressing the shutter button, the self-timer lamp blinks slowly for 7
seconds. Then the lamp blinks rapidly for 3 seconds and the picture is taken
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2 SEC. DELAYED SHUTTER RELEASE /
You can select the ‘2 SEC. DELAYED SHUTTER RELEASE’ by the mode
dial.
Use this mode to avoid camera shake caused by camera movement during
hand held shots.
In this mode, a picture is taken 2 seconds after releasing the shutter button.
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BULB BULB SHOOTING(B SHUTTER)
You can select the Bulb shooting by the Mode Dial.
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Use this mode to shoot subjects that require an extended shutter speed such as
fireworks and night scenes.
The shutter remains open as long as the shutter button is depressed. The time
selected is shown on the LCD panel and the maximum time is 60 seconds.
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Use this mode only in low light.
To avoid camera shake, use a tripod.
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CARE AND STORAGE/
If your camera needs cleaning, wipe it with a soft, lintless cloth.
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The lens should be cleaned only with special lens cleaning tissue and fluid.(Consult your camera retailer.)
Do not allow your camera to come into contact with sand or water.
Keep your camera in a dry, cool place that is free from high humidity and dust.
Never leave your camera in hot places such as a parked car or direct sunlight.
Avoid sudden shocks or vibration. If you drop your camera, it is a good idea to have it checked before using it.
! Warning
Do not try to disassemble the camera yourself.
Your camera contains high voltage circuitry and may cause injury if interfered with.
The temperature range in which the camera operates is between 50 and -10 (122 ~14 ).
The camera performance may be impaired when used in very cold weather. If you plan to take pictures when
the temperature is below 7
camera becomes very cold, allow it to return to room temperature slowly by keeping it in its case. Condensation
can spoil pictures and in extreme conditions can damage the electronic components inside the camera.
If you have trouble with your camera, please return it to your retailer for advice.
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IMPORTANT NOTES
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TROUBLE SHOOTING/
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• If the sutter does not operate after pressing the shutter button.
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Is the lens cover completely open?
Is the battery loaded correctly?
Has it been a long time since you used the camera?
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• If a picture is partially dark or out of focus.
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Was the lens or other sensors obstructed by your fingers or hair ?
Did you compose a subject correctly referring to the picture area frame?
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Press the Power button again.
Reinsert correctly.
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Be careful not to block the lens or the exposure sensor.
Automatic setting with DX-coded film, ISO 50~1600.
Automatic advance to the first frame when the back cover is closed.
Automatic advance.
Automatic rewinding, Mid-roll rewinding.
Samsung SHD lens, F6.3 ~ 12.3 / 38 ~ 80mm (4 elements 4 groups).
Programmed AE electronic focusing
Shutter speed : 1/3 ~ 1/250 sec.
Bulb mode (B shutter) : 60 ~ 1 sec.
Programmed auto exposure
AE coupling range (ISO 200 film)
WIDE (38mm) : EV 7.2 ~ 16
TELE (80mm) : EV 8.9 ~ 16
Real image type with autofocus frame
Field of view : over 80%
Magnification : 0.4 ~ 0.75
Close range picture area mark
Bulb shooting (B Shutter) Self-timer
2 second delayed shutter release
Auto red-eye reduction Auto flash
Fill-in flash Flash off
Date or Time setting( Q.D. model only) - 5 different formats
(The camera will set the date automatically until 2049.)
The last available date is subject to change without prior notice
One 3V lithium battery (CR 2 or DL 2)
113x65x42mm / 4.5x2.6x1.7in
200g /7.1oz (without battery)
Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
All data are based on SAMSUNG’s standard test methods.
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CHECKING THE CAMERA/
Checking the shutter condition
- You can check the condition of the shutter by pressing it.
The short
Checking the irises
- After removing the back cover of a camera, it is normal to see
the closed lens opening up when you press the shutter.
- The irises will adjust depending on the light condition.
Dark light will cause them to open wide; bright light will cause
the narrowing of the irises.
- If the irises were opened before pressing the shutter or cannot be opened, the irises are not operating properly.
Film transferring device
- It is normal to hear the motor running after you open and close the camera cover.
- It is normal to hear the motor running after you press the Mid-roll rewinding button.
- After examining the Mid-roll rewinding condition, set the camera to the default state and check other functions.
Flash Activation
- Check the Auto Flash Mode indoors.
It is important to check your camera prior to up-coming event to prevent possible psychological and monetary
damage once the camera is not working properly at the day of the event.
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SAMSUNG TECHWIN CO., LTD.
OPTICS & DIGITAL IMAGING DIVISION
145-3, SANGDAEWON 1-DONG,
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