Samsung L7 User Manual

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Getting to know your cameraInstructions

Thank you for buying a Samsung Digital Camera.

● Before using this camera, please read this user manual thoroughly.

● When you require After Sales service, please bring the camera and the cause of

the camera malfunction (such as battery, Memory card etc.) to the After Sales Centre.

● Please check that the camera is operating properly before 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 this manual in a safe place.

● The contents and illustrations of this manual are subject to change without prior

notice for upgrading the camera functions.

 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.

■ Use this camera in the following order.

● 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.

Set up the camera driver

Take a picture

Insert the USB cable

Check the camera’s power

Check [Removable Disk]

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.17)

Insert the supplied USB cable into the PC’s USB port and the camera’s USB connection terminal. (p.67)

Check the camera’s power. If the power is turned off, press the camera button to turn it on.

Open Windows EXPLORER and search for [Removable Disk]. (p.69)

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 a 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.

■ The battery and camera may become hot during prolonged use, which may

result in camera malfunction. Should this be the case, let the camera 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 Battery 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. To do so may result in fire,

injury, electric shock or severe damage to you or your camera. Internal inspection, maintenance and repairs should only 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 damaged 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. Otherwise the 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.

■ Do not move the camera while it is switched on when you are using the AC

Charger. After use, always switch off the camera before unplugging the cable from the wall socket. Then make sure that any connector cords or cables to other devices are disconnected before moving the camera. Failure to do so may damage the cords or cables and cause a fire or electric shock.

■ 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.

■ Before inserting any cables or connecting the AC adapter, check the directions

and do not insert cables by force.. It may cause breakage of cable or camera.

■ Credit cards may be demagnetized if left near the camera.

READY

●System chart ………………………5

●Identification of features ……………6

■Front & Top …………………………6

■Back & Bottom ……………………7

■Bottom ………………………………8

■Self-timer lamp ……………………8

■Camera Status Lamp………………8

■Mode dial……………………………9

■Mode icon …………………………10

●Connecting to a Power Source …10

●Inserting the memory card ………12

●Instructions on using the memory card…………………………………13

●When Using the Camera for the First Time : Smart button ………………15

●LCD monitor indicator ……………16

●Starting the recording mode………17

■How to use the AUTO mode ……17

■How to use the PROGRAM mode … ………………………………………17

■How to use the ASR (Advanced

Shake Reduction) mode …………18

■Wise Shot …………………………18

■How to use the Special Effect mode ………………………………………19

■How to use the PORTRAIT mode … ………………………………………19

■ Face recognition …………………19

■ How to use the SCENE mode …20

■ How to use the MOVIE CLIP mode

……………………………………20

■ To record a movie clip without voice ………………………………………20

■ Pausing while recording a movie clip

(Successive Recording) …………21

■ Using Successive Recording ……21

●Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures ……………………21

●Using the camera buttons to set the camera ……………………………22

■POWER button……………………22

■Shutter button ……………………22

●ZOOM W / T button ………………22

●Using the LCD monitor to set the camera ……………………………24

■Colour tone ………………………25

■Brightness …………………………25

■Selecting focus type………………26

■Flash ………………………………27

■Size ………………………………28

■Continuous shot …………………28

RECORDING

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Contents

■Metering …………………………29

■Sharpness…………………………29

■Effect ………………………………30

■Quality / Frame rate ………………30

■Self-timer …………………………30

■Voice recording / Voice memo …32

■Auto Focus type …………………32

■Exposure compensation …………33

■ISO…………………………………33

■White balance ……………………34

■Scene menu ………………………35

■Special Effect : Photo Frame ……35

■

Special Effect : Composite shooting

…36

■Preset focus frames ………………37

■ Movie Clip frame stabiliser ……37

■Photo Gallery mode ………………37

●Starting play mode ………………40

■Playing back a still image ………40

■Playing back a movie clip ………40

■Movie clip capture function ………40

■On camera movie trimming………41

■

Playing back a recorded voice memo or voice file

…………………………41

●LCD monitor indicator ……………41

●Using the camera buttons to adjust

the camera …………………………42

■Play mode button …………………42

■BACK button………………………42

■

Thumbnail / Enlargement button

…42

■Starting the slide show……………43

■Protecting images…………………44

■Deleting images …………………44

■DPOF ……………………………45

■DPOF : STANDARD ……………45

■DPOF : Print size …………………46

■DPOF : Index ……………………46

■Rotating an image ………………46

■Resize ……………………………47

■Trimming …………………………47

■Effect ………………………………48

■Red eye fix ………………………48

■PictBridge …………………………48

●Setup menu ………………………51

■OSD set……………………………52

■File name …………………………53

■Language …………………………53

■

Setting up the Date / Time / Date type

…53

■Imprinting the recording date ……54

■LCD brightness……………………54

■Auto Focus lamp …………………54

SETUP

■Auto power off ……………………54

■Quick view…………………………55

■Start up image ……………………55

■Sound Volume ……………………55

■Operation Sound …………………55

■Start up sound ……………………55

■Shutter sound ……………………56

■Formatting a memory ……………56

■Delete All …………………………56

■Copy To Card ……………………56

■Selecting Video out type …………57

■Initialisation ………………………58

●Important notes ……………………58

●Warning indicator …………………60

●

Before contacting a service centre

…60

●Specifications………………………62

●Software Notes ……………………64

●System Requirements ……………64

●About the software ………………64

●

Setting up the application software

…65

●Starting PC mode …………………67

●Removing the removable disk ……69

●

Setting up the USB Driver for MAC

…70

●Using the USB Driver for MAC …70

●Removing the USB Driver for Windows 98SE ……………………70

●Digimax Master ……………………71

●FAQ ………………………………73

PLAY

SOFTWARE

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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.64)

Camera strap

User manual,

Product warranty

Camera case

SD memory card / MMC

(see p.12)

DPOF compatible

printer (see p.45)

PictBridge compatible

printer (see p.48)

Computer (see p.67)

AV cable

External monitor (see p.57)

< Included items >

Rechargeable battery

(SLB-0837)

AC adapter (SAC-45) /

USB cable (SUC-C2)

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Identification of features

Front & Top

Mode dial

Autofocuslamp

Shutter button

Speaker

Built-in flash

Lens / Lens cover

Power button

Microphone

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Identification of features

Back & Bottom

Tripod socket

USB / AV connection terminal

LCD monitor

Eyelet for camera strap

Zoom W button (Thumbnail) Zoom T button (Digital zoom)

Camera status lamp

BACK button/ Face Reconition button

Play mode button

Smart buttons

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■ 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 before taking a picture.

For 2 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at 0.25-second intervals before taking a picture A picture will be taken after about 10 seconds and 2 seconds later a second picture will be taken. After pressing the Shutter button, the image is taken in accordance with the subject's movement.

Blinking

■ Camera Status Lamp

Status Description

After taking a picture

The lamp blinks while saving the image and then turns off when ready to take another picture

The lamp blinks

The lamp lights up (LCD monitor turns off after initializing the device)

The lamp turns on (LCD monitor turns off)

The lamp lights (The subject is in focus)

The lamp blinks

The lamp is off

The lamp blinks (The subject is not in focus)

While voice memo recording When the USB cable is

connected to a PC

Transmitting Data with a PC

When the AF activates

When the USB cable is iconnected to a printer

When the printer is printing

Identification of features

Bottom

※ To open the battery chamber cover, slide it in the direction shown above.

Battery holder

Battery chamberBattery chamber cover

Memory card slot

Battery cover lever

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■ Mode dial

You can select the desired working mode by using the mode dial located on the top of the camera.

● AUTO mode

Select this mode for quick and easy picture taking with minimal user interaction.

● PROGRAM mode

Selecting the program mode will configure the camera with optimal settings. You can still manually configure all functions except the aperture value and shutter speed.

● ASR mode

Advanced Shake Reduction (ASR) mode. This mode will reduce camera shake and help you get a clearer image.

● SPECIAL EFFECT mode

It is possible to add special effects to your images by using this mode.

Identification of features

● PORTRAIT mode

Use this menu to take a picture of a person.

● SCENE mode

Use the menu to easily configure optimal settings for a variety of shooting situations.

● MOVIE CLIP mode

A movie clip can be recorded for as long as the available recording time of the memory capacity allows.

● PHOTO GALLERY mode

The saved images can be reviewed with music or rotating effects in this mode.

MODE

AUTO

PROGRAM

ASR MOVIE PLAY

Icon

NIGHT

PORTRAIT

CHILDREN

LANDSCAPE

CLOSE UP

Icon

MODE

TEXT SUNSET DAWN

BACKLIGHT FIREWORKS

BEACH & SNOW

Icon

SCENE

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Connecting to a Power Source

Battery life Number of images Recording time

Approx. 90 MIN Approx. 180 Approx. 80 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 after every shot. Using the flash on every second shot. Using the camera for 5 minutes and then Powering it off for 1 minute.

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 user's methods.

Important information about battery usage.

● When the camera is not used, turn off the camera power.

● Please remove the battery if the camera will not be used for long periods.

Battery can lose power over time and are prone to leaking 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

Connecting to a Power Source

■ You should use the rechargeable battery (SLB-0837) supplied with the camera.

Be sure to charge the battery before using the camera.

■ SLB-0837 rechargeable battery Specification

■ Mode icon

Model SLB-0837 Type Lithium Ion Capacity 860mAh Voltage 3.7V

Charging time (When the camera is turned off)

About 150 Min.

SPECIAL

EFFECT

PORTRAIT

PHOTO

GALLERY

Identification of features

MODE

《11》

■ You can charge the rechargeable battery (SLB-0837) by using an SAC-45 KIT.

The SAC-45 consists of the AC adapter (SAC-45) and the USB cable (SUC-C2). When the AC adapter and the USB cable are assembled, it can be used as an AC cable.

● Using the SAC-45 as an AC charger

: Insert the AC adapter into the USB connector.

When the AC adapter is inserted, it can be used as an AC charger.

● Using the SAC-45 as an USB cable

: Remove the AC adapter from the USB connector.

You can transmit data with a PC (p.67) or charge the battery.

In the following cases, the battery may not be charged.

● When using the USB cable that was not supplied with this camera : Use the

supplied USB cable.

● When using a USB hub : Connect the camera to the PC directly.

● When other USB devices are connected to the PC : Disconnect the other

USB devices.

● When the USB is connected to the USB port located on the front of the

computer : Use the USB located on the back of the computer.

●

If the USB port of the PC doesn't meet the Power output standard (5V, 500mA), the camera may not be charged.

CAUTION

Connecting to a Power Source

■ Charging LED of the AC Adapter

Charging LED

Being Charged Red LED is on

Charging is complete Green LED is on

Charging error Red LED is off or blinking

● Before inserting any cables or connecting the AC adapter, check the

directions and do not use force which might damage the cable or camera.

● If the charging LED of the AC Charger does not turn on or blink after

inserting the rechargeable battery, please check whether the battery is inserted correctly.

● If you charge the battery with the camera power on, the battery can't charge

fully. Turn the camera off while charging the battery.

● If you insert the fully discharged battery to charge it, do not turn on the

camera at the same time. The camera may not be turned on because of the low battery capacity. Charge the battery for more than 10 minutes before using the camera.

● Do not use the flash frequently or take a movie clip with a fully discharged

battery that has only been charged for a short time.

CAUTION

Being discharged

(Using the AC adapter)

Orange coloured LED is on

《12》

Inserting the memory card

Battery

status

Battery

indicator

The battery is

fully charged

Low battery capacity (Prepare to recharge or use spare battery)

■ There are 4 indicators for battery condition that are displayed on the LCD monitor.

■ Turn off the camera's power before inserting the memory card.

- Insert the memory card as shown.

- Have the front of the memory card facing toward the back of the camera (LCD monitor) and the card pins toward the front of the camera (Lens).

- Do not insert the memory card the wrong way round. Doing so may damage the memory card slot.

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 (+ / -).

- Do not use force to open the battery chamber. This may damage the battery chamber cover.

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Instructions on using the memory card

● Be sure to format the memory card (see p.56) 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 its 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 it to any heavy impact.

● Do not store the memory card in an environment with strong electronic or

magnetic fields, e.g. near loudspeakers 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.

● 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

● 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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[SD (Secure Digital) memory card]

Write protect

switch

Label

Card pins

■ The camera can use SD/ SDHC Memory Cards and MMC (Multi Media Cards).

When using MMC cards, please consult the instructions supplied with the cards.

The SD/ SDHC memory card has a write protect switch that prevents image files from being accidentally deleted or formatted. By sliding the switch towards the bottom of the SD memory card, the data will be protected. By sliding the switch towards 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.

■ 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 affected by the zoom operation.

The zoom button doesn't operate while recording movies.

Instructions on using the memory card

Recorded image size

Super Fine Fine Normal 30FPS 20FPS 15FPS

7M 68 117 203 - - -

6MP 77 131 227 - - -

5MW 91 155 267 - - -

5M 93 159 272 - - -

3M 151 266 425 - - -

1M 572 655 795 - - -

800 - - - - 00:07:32 00:09:12

720 - - - - 00:10:0600:11:07

640 - - - 00:11:50 00:14:16 00:22:57

320 - - - 00:22:57 00:27:31 00:37:26

Movie

Still

image

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■ Extending the menus : Press the extension menu button and more available

menus will display.

Pressing the

extension menu

button

When Using the Camera for the First Time : Smart button

■ This button is used for shifting the menu cursor to select the menu, or to confirm

the selected menu.

■ To select a sub menu, in some menus, touch the button and slide your finger to

the left / right.

[Selecting the main menu :

Touching the button]

[Confirming the main menu :

Pressing the button]

[Confirming the sub menu :

Pressing the button]

[Selecting the sub menu :

Touching the button]

[e.g. : Selecting the shutter speed]

Slow

Fast

2592 X 1944

3072 X 1728

3072 X 2048

3072 X 2304

2592 X 1944

3072 X 1728

3072 X 2048

3072 X 2304

SIZE

4 Card inserted indicator p.12

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No. Description Icons Page

5 Battery p.12

7 Focus mode p.26

8 Flash p.27

9 Image size p.28

10 Shooting mode p.28

11 Metering p.29

12 Sharpness p.29

13 Special Effect p.30

Image quality / Frame rate

p.30

15 Self-timer p.30~31

Voice Recording / Voice memo

p.32

17 Setup menu p.51

18 Extension menu p.15

19 AF Type p.32

Exposure compensation p.33

Movie Clip frame stabiliser p.37

21 ISO p.33

22 White Balance p.34

23 Auto focus frame p.32

24 Face recognition p.19

Optical / Digital Zoom bar /

Digital Zoom rate

LCD monitor indicator

[Image & Full Status]

⑥

⑦

⑬ ⑭ ⑮ ⑯ ⑰ ⑱

②⑤ ④ ③

■ The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting functions and selections.

Recording mode

p.9~10

p.14



⑧ ⑨ ⑩ ⑪ ⑫

p.22-23



⑳

⑲

①





1600

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Starting the recording mode

■ How to use the PROGRAM mode ( )

Selecting the program mode will configure the camera with optimal settings. You can still manually configure all functions except the aperture value and shutter speed.

1. Select the Program mode by rotating the mode

dial.

2. Press the horizontal smart button to

configureadvanced functions such as image size (p.28), quality (p.30), metering (p.29) and continuous shooting (p.28).

※ Refer to page 26 - 34 for more information about

the menus.

■ How to use the AUTO mode ( )

Please select this mode for quick and easy picture taking with minimal user interaction.

[AUTO mode]

[PROGRAM 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 unable to capture an image clearly from that position. Move further away from the subject and try again.

INFORMATION

1. Insert the battery (p.12) taking note of the correct polarity (+ / -).

2. Insert the memory card (p.12). As this camera has a 19MB 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. (If the date / time displayed on the LCD monitor is incorrect, reset the date / time before taking a picture.)

5. Select the Auto mode by rotating the mode dial.

6. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using the LCD monitor.

7. Press the shutter button to capture an image.

● How to use the Wise Shot

1. Select the ASR mode by rotating the mode dial.

2. Using the slide button, select the Wise Shot function.

3. Press the Shutter button to capture images.

4. The captured images are displayed.

- To select image, touch the button and slide your finger to the left or right.

5. Press the OK / Shutter button and the selected image will be saved.

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■ How to use the ASR (Advanced Shake Reduction)

mode ( ) This mode will reduce the effect of camera shake and help you get a well-exposed image in dim conditions.

● Things to watch out for using the ASR mode

1. The digital zoom will not operate in the ASR mode.

If the lighting conditions are brighter than fluorescent lighting condition, the ASR doesn’t activate.

3. If the lighting condition is darker than in fluorescent lighting condition, camera shake warning indicator ( ) will display. For best results only take pictures in situations where the camera shake warning indicator ( ) is not displayed.

4. If the subject is moving the final image captured may be blurred.

5. Avoid moving the camera while the [Capturing!] message is displayed to achieve a better result.

6. As the ASR uses the camera’s digital processor, images taken using the ASR may take a little longer for the camera to process.

[ASR mode]

Starting the recording mode

Image with the ASR

mode

Enlarged image

Image with Flash

Enlarged image

● In the Wise shot mode, the shutter speed value shown on the LCD monitor may be

different with the real shutter speed.

INFORMATION

Save: OK Select:

■ Wise Shot

Two images are taken at a time. One is taken in the Fill-In Flash mode and the other is taken in the ASR mode. You can select and save only one of the images. (This function can be set in the shooting menus of the ASR mode.)

2. The size and position of the auto focus frame is set at the face of the subject automatically.

3. Press the shutter button halfway. The focus frame turns to green when the focus is activated.

4. Press the shutter button fully to take a picture.

《19》

Starting the recording mode

■ How to use the Special Effect mode ( )

It is possible to add special effects to your images by using this mode. Select the Special Effect mode by rotating the mode dial.

※ Refer to page 35-37 for more information about

the special effect menus.

[SPECIAL EFFECT mode]

■ How to use the PORTRAIT mode ( ) Use this menu to take a picture of a person. Select the Portrait mode by rotating the mode dial.

[ PORTRAIT mode]

■ Face recognition This mode detects the face position of the subject automatically and then sets the focus and exposure. Select this mode for quick and easy pictures of people.

Selectable modes : Auto, Program, ASR, Portrait, Children, Beach&Snow mode

1. Press the FR (Face Recognition) button ( ) in the selectable modes.

The FR icon will be displayed on the screen left top side.

《20》

Starting the recording mode

■ To record a movie clip without voice

1. Press the extension menu button.

2. Select the [VOICE] → [OFF] menu.

3. Press the shutter button and movie clip is recorded for as long as the available recording time without voice allows.

[MOVIE CLIP mode]

OFF

■ 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 MOVIE CLIP mode by rotating the mode dial. (Available recording time will display on the LCD monitor)

2. 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 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 : 800x592, 720x480, 640X480, 320X240 (Selectable)

- File type : *.avi (MPEG-4)

- When the 800x592 and 720x480 size are selected, 30F menu doesn't display.

[MOVIE CLIP mode]

■ How to use the SCENE mode ( )

Use the menu to easily configure optimal settings for a variety of shooting situations. Select the Scene mode by rotating the mode dial.

※ Refer to page 35 for more information about the

menus.

[SCENE mode]

● This function can detect up to 9 persons.

● When the camera recognises many people at the same time, it will focus on

the nearest person.

● When Face detection begins, the Digital Zoom cannot operate.

● When Face detection begins, the Effect mode cannot operate.

● The face in focus will be highlighted in green; other faces (up to 8) in the

picture will be shown in gray. (Total 9)

● You cannot change the information displayed on the LCD monitor.

● Return to previous AF mode if face recognition was failure.

● In some conditions this function cannot work properly

- When a person wears dark glasses or when some part of the face is hidden

- When the person being taken does not look at the camera

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Starting the recording mode

■ Pausing while recording a movie clip (Successive Recording)

While recording a movie clip this camera allows you to temporarily stop filming during unwanted scenes. Using this function, you can record your favourite scenes into a movie clip without having to create multiple movie clips.

■ Using Successive Recording

1. Press the shutter button 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.

2. Press the II button to pause recording. Press the II button again to resume recording.

3. If you wish to stop recording, press the shutter button again.

Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures

■ 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]

[Successive recording of a

movie clip]

Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures

■ The available recording time may vary depending on shooting conditions and

camera settings.

■ When either 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 into the sun. Taking a picture against the sun may make the picture dark. To take a picture against the light, please use the [Backlight] in the scene shooting mode (see page 35), fill-in flash (see page 27), spot metering (see page 29), or exposure compensation (see page 33).

■ Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image.

■ Compose the image by using the LCD monitor.

■

In some of the following 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.

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ZOOM W / T 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 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 the 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 5X]

Pressing

the ZOOM

T button

Pressing

the ZOOM

T button

Using the camera buttons to set the camera

■ 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

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[TELE zoom] [Optical zoom 2X] [WIDE zoom]

Pressing

the ZOOM

W button

Pressing

the ZOOM

W button

[Digital zoom 5X] [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 farther away. Pressing the ZOOM W button continuously will set the camera to its minimum zoom setting i.e. the subject appears at its farthest 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 the 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.

Digital zoom

Optical

zoom

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.

● 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 optical zoom position and press the zoom T button again.

● The digital zoom can’t be activated in the ASR, High Speed, [Night],

[Children], [Text], [Close up] and [Fireworks] scene modes.

● 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.

● Avoid putting pressure on 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.

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