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Samsung L74 User Manual

Instructions
Q 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.83)
Insert the supplied USB cable into the PC’s USB port and the camera’s USB connection terminal. (p.86)
Check the camera’s power. If the power is turned off, preset the camera button to turn it on.
Getting to Know your camera
Thank you for buying a Samsung Digital Camera.
O Prior to using this camera, please read the user manual thoroughly. O 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 A/S centre.
O 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 takes no responsibility for any loss or damage that may result from camera malfunction.
O Keep this manual in a safe place. O Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Ú Microsoft, Windows and Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.
Ú All brand and product names appearing in this manual are registered
trademarks of their respective companies.
Ú The contents and illustrations of this manual are subject to change without
prior notice for upgrading the camera functions.
Check
[Removable Disk]
O 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.
Open Windows’s EXPLORER and search for [Removable Disk]. (p.87)
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Danger Warning
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Q 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.
Q Please do not use this product in close proximity to flammable or explosive
gases, as this could increase the risk of explosion.
Q 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.
Q 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.
Q Do not operate this camera with wet hands. This could pose a risk of electric
shock.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Q Do not use the flash in close proximity to people or animals. Positioning the
Q For safety reasons keep this product and accessories out of reach of
Q Battery and camera may become hot during prolonged use and it may result
Q Do not leave this camera in places subject to extremely high temperatures,
Q When in use, do not cover the camera or Charger. This may cause heat to
flash too close to your subject’s eyes may cause eyesight damage.
children or animals to prevent accidents e.g.: Ɣ Swallowing battery or small camera accessories. If an accident should
occur, please consult a doctor immediately.
Ɣ There is the possibility of injury from the camera’s moving parts.
in camera malfunction. Should this be the case, allow the camera to sit idle for a few minutes to allow it time to cool.
such as a sealed vehicle, direct sunlight or other places of extremes in temperature. Exposure to extreme temperatures may adversely affect the camera’s internal components and could cause a fire.
build up and distort the camera body or cause a fire. Always use the camera and its accessories in a well-ventilated area.
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CAUTION Contents
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in a minor or moderate injury.
Q Leaking, overheating, or damaged battery could result in fire or injury.
Ɣ Use battery with the correct specification for the camera. Ɣ Do not short circuit, heat or dispose of battery in fire. Ɣ Do not insert the battery with the polarities reversed.
Q 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.
Q 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.
Q Do not move the camera while it is switched on, if 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.
Q Take care not to touch the lens or lens cover to avoid taking an unclear image
and possibly causing camera malfunction.
Q Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image. Q Before inserting any cables or AC adapter, check the directions and do not
insert by force. It may cause breakage of cable or camera.
Q Credit cards may be demagnetized if left near case. Avoid leaving magnetic
strip cards near the case.
READY
OSystem chart ............................... 5
OIdentification of features ............... 6
QFront & top ................................ 6
QBack ......................................... 7
QBottom ...................................... 8
QIcon status description ............. 8
QCamera status lamp ................. 8
QMode dial ................................. 9
QMode icon ............................... 10
OConnecting to a Power Source .. 10
OInserting the memory card ........ 12
OInstructions on how to use the
memory card ............................. 12
RECORDING
OWhen Using the Camera for the
First Time: Touch Screen/Setting up
the Date/Time and Language ..... 14
OLCD monitor indicator ................ 15
OStarting the recording mode ....... 16
QHow to use the AUTO mode ... 16 QHow to use the PROGRAM
Q
QWise Shot .............................. 17
Q QHow to use the PORTRAIT
mode ..................................... 16
How to use the ASR (Advanced
Shake Reduction) mode
How to use the NIGHT mode
.......... 17
.... 18
mode ..................................... 18
QFace Recognition ................... 18
QHow to use the SCENE
mode ..................................... 19
QHow to use the MOVIE
CLIP mode ............................ 20
Q
To Record movie clip without
voice ..........................................20
QPausing while recording a
movie clip .............................. 20
QUsing Successive recording ... 20
OThings to watch out for when
taking pictures ........................... 21
OUsing the camera buttons to
set the camera .......................... 22
QPOWER button ...................... 22
QSHUTTER button .................. 22
QZOOM W/T button ................. 22
QInfo button ............................. 23
Q Setting up the camera
mode ..................................... 24
QSelf-timer ................................ 24
QRemote Control ...................... 25
QMacro ..................................... 25
QFocus Lock ............................ 26
QFlash ...................................... 27
QSize ........................................ 29
QQuality/Frame Rate ................ 29
QMetering ................................. 30
QContinuous shot ..................... 30
QISO ......................................... 31
QWhite Balance ....................... 31
QExposure value ...................... 32
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Contents
QLong Time Shutter ................. 32
QMovie Clip frame stabilizer .... 32
OUsing the LCD monitor to adjust the
camera settings ........................ 33
QAF-Auto Focus ...................... 33
QHow to use Voice Memo
mode ..................................... 34
QHow to use Voice Recording
mode ..................................... 34
QSharpness .............................. 35
QContrast.................................. 35
QMute Recording ..................... 35
OEffect : Color Effect..................... 37
QColor ...................................... 37
QCustom Color ........................ 37
QColor Mask ............................ 38
OEffect: Image Adjust .................. 38
QSaturation .............................. 38
OEffect : FUN ............................... 39
QCartoon ................................. 39
QPhoto Frame .......................... 40
QHigh Light .............................. 41
QComposite Shooting .............. 42
OWorld Tour Guide ...................... 44
QDownload the tour guide
information ............................ 44
QStarting the World Tour
Guide .................................... 44
PLAY
OStarting play mode .................... 46
OUsing the camera buttons to
adjust a camera ........................ 47
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OLCD Monitor indicator ............... 48
QThumbnail/ Enlargement
button .................................... 49
QInfo button ............................. 50
QPrinter button ......................... 50
QUsing the remote control
in play mode ......................... 50
QDelete icon ............................ 51
QSetting up the play back
function using LCD monitor ... 51
QStarting the slide show ........... 52
QVoice memo ........................... 53
QProtecting images ................. 53
QDeleting images .................... 53
QDPOF ..................................... 54
QDPOF : STANDARD .............. 54
QDPOF : Index ......................... 55
QDPOF : Print size ................... 55
QCopy To Card ......................... 56
OEffect : Image Edit ..................... 57
QResize ................................... 57
QRotate .................................... 58
QTrimming ................................ 58
OEffect : Color Effect..................... 59
QColor ...................................... 59
QCustom Color ........................ 59
QColor Filter ............................. 59
QColor Mask ............................ 59
OEffect : Image Adjust ................. 60
QBrightness .............................. 60
QContrast ................................. 60
QAdd Noise .............................. 60
QSaturation .............................. 60
QRed Eye Fix ........................... 61
OEffect : FUN ............................... 61
QCartoon ................................. 61
QPhoto Frame .......................... 62
QHigh Light .............................. 63
QComposite ............................. 64
QSticker ................................... 66
QPen Tool ................................. 67
SETUP
OSound Menu............................... 67
QSound volume ........................ 68
QStart sound ............................. 68
QShutter sound ......................... 68
QBeep sound ............................ 68
QAF sound ................................ 68
OSetup menu ............................... 69
OSetup1 ....................................... 70
QFile ........................................ 70
QLanguage .............................. 70
QSetting up the date, time and
date type ................................ 70
QImprinting the recording
date ....................................... 71
QLCD brightness ...................... 71
QAF Lamp ............................... 71
QStart Image ............................ 71
OSetup2 ....................................... 72
QQuick View ............................. 72
QAuto Power Off ...................... 72
QLCD Save .............................. 72
QCalibration ............................. 72
QSelecting Video out type ......... 73
QFormatting a memory ............. 74
QReset ..................................... 74
QPictBridge .............................. 75
O
Important notes ......................... 77
OWarning indicator ...................... 78
OBefore contacting a service
centre ........................................ 79
OSpecification .............................. 81
SOFTWARE
OSoftware Notes ......................... 83
OSystem Requirements ............... 83
OAbout the software ..................... 83
OSetting up the application
software .................................... 84
OStarting PC mode ...................... 86
ORemovable Disk ........................ 87
ORemoving the removable disk ... 88 OUsing the USB Driver for MAC .. 89 ORemoving USB Driver for MAC
................................................... 89
ORemoving the USB Driver for
Windows 98SE .......................... 89
ODigimax Master ......................... 90
OFAQ ........................................... 93
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.
<Included items >
User manual
Product Warranty
DPOF compatible
printer (see p.54)
Remote control
Camera strap
SD Memory Card /MMC
(see p.12 )
Touch Pen
Software CD
AV cable
Computer(see p.86)
Rechargeable battery
(SLB-1137D)
External monitor (see p.73)
Pictbridge compatible
(see p.75)
AC Adapter (SAC-45)/
USB Cable (SUC-C2)
Camera Case
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Identification of features
Front & Top
Speaker
Mode dial
Shutter button
Lens / Lens cover
Camera Status Lamp
Power button
Microphone
Built-in flash
Auto focus lamp / Self-timer lamp
Remote control sensor
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Identification of features
Back
Touch screen
OSD Button
Zoom W Button (Thumbnail) Zoom T Button (Zoom)
Camera strap eyelet
Playmode Button /Print Button
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Identification of features
Bottom
Battery chamber cover
USB/AV Connection Terminal
Tripod Socket
Ú To open the battery chamber cover, slide it in the direction shown above.
Battery chamber
Battery holder
Memory card slot
Battery cover lever
Q Icon Status Description
Icon Status Description
Blinking
Blinking
For 2 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at 0.25­second intervals before taking a picture.
A picture will be taken after about 10 seconds and 2 seconds later a second picture will be taken.
- For the first 8 seconds, the lamp blinks at 1
Blinking
second intervals.
- For the final 2 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at
0.25second intervals.
Pressing the shutter button of remote control will
Blinking
allow an interval of 2 seconds before the image is taken.
Q Camera Status Lamp
Status Description
After taking a picture
When the USB cable is inserted to a PC
Transmitting Data with a PC
When the USB cable is disconnected to a printer
When the printer is printing The lamp blinks.
When the AF activates
The lamp blinks while saving the image and then turns off when ready to take another picture.
The lamp lights up. (LCD monitor turns off after initializing the device)
The lamp turns on. (LCD monitor turns off)
The lamp is off.
The lamp lights. (The subject is in focus)
The lamp blinks. (The subject is not in focus)
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Identification of features
Q Mode dial
Select this mode for quick and easy picture taking with minimal user
interaction.
O AUTO mode
Select this mode for quick and easy picture taking with minimal user interaction.
O 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.
O ASR mode
Advanced Shake Reduction (ASR) mode. This mode will reduce camera shake and help you get a clearer image.
O NIGHT mode
This mode helps to get a well-exposed pictures in the night time and darkness.
O PORTRAIT mode
Use this menu to take a picture of a person.
O SCENE mode
Use the menu to easily configure optimal settings for a variety of shooting situations.
O MOVIE CLIP mode
A movie clip can be recorded for as long as the available recording time for maximum 2 hours.
O World Tour Guide
You can get the useful travel information of major cities in the world.
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Identification of features
Q Mode icon
MODE AUTO PROGRAM
Icon
MODE PORTRAIT MOVIE TRAVEL PLAYBACK
Icon
SCENE
MODE
CHILDREN LANDSCAPE CLOSE UP TEXT SUNSET DAWN
Icon
MODE
BACKLIGHT FIREWORKS
Icon
BEACH &
SNOW
ASR
SELF
SHOT
NIGHT
FOOD CAFE
Connecting to a Power Source
Q You should use the rechargeable battery (SLB-1137D) supplied with the
camera. Be sure to charge the battery before using the camera.
Q SLB-1137D rechargeable battery Specification
Model
Type Lithium Ion
Capacity 1100mAh
Voltage 3.7V
Charging time (When the camera is turned off)
SLB-1137D
About 150 Min.
Connecting to a Power Source
Q Number of images and battery life : Using the SLB-1137D
Still image Movie
Battery life Number of images Recording time
Approx. 100 MIN Approx. 200
Using the fully charged battery, Auto
Based
mode, 7M image size,
on the
Fine image quality, Shot to shot interval
following
: 30Sec.
shooting
Changing the zoom position between
conditions
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.
Ú These figures are measured under Samsung’s standard conditions and
shooting conditions and may vary depending on the user’s methods.
INFORMATION
Important information about battery usage.
O When the camera is not used, turn off the camera power. O Please remove the battery if the camera will not be used for long
periods. Batteries can lose power over time and are prone to leaking if kept inside the camera.
O Low temperatures (below 0°C) can affect the performance of the battery
and you may experience reduced battery life.
O Battery will usually recover at normal temperatures. O During extended use of the camera, the camera body may become
warm. This is perfectly normal.
Approx. 100 MIN
Based
on the
following
shooting
conditions
Using the fully charged
battery 800X592 image
size 20fps frame rate
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Connecting to a Power Source
Q You can charge the rechargeable battery (SLB-1137D) 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.
O 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.
O Using the SAC-45 as an USB cable
: Remove the AC adapter from the USB
connector. You can transmit data with a PC (p.86) or charge the battery.
CAUTION
In the following cases, the battery may not be charged.
O When using the USB cable that was not supplied with this camera : Use
the supplied USB cable.
O When using a USB hub : Connect the camera to the PC directly. O When other USB devices are connected to the PC : Disconnect the
other USB devices.
O 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.
O If the USB port of the PC doesn’t meet the Power output standard (5V,
500mA), the camera may not be charged.
Q 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
Being discharged
(Using the AC adapter)
CAUTION
Orange coloured LED is on
O Before inserting any cables or AC adapter, check the directions and do
not insert by force. It may cause damage to the cable or camera.
O 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.
O If you charge the battery with the camera power on, the battery can’t
charge fully. Turn the camera off while charging the battery.
O 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.
O 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.
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Connecting to a Power Source
Q 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 force the battery chamber cover. This may cause damage to the battery chamber cover.
Q There are 4 indicators for battery condition that are displayed on the LCD
monitor.
Battery
indicator
Battery
status
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)
Flat battery.
Recharge or use
spare battery.
Inserting the memory card
Q 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.
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Instructions on how to use the memory card
O Be sure to format the memory card (see p.74) if you are using a newly
purchased memory card for the first time, if it contains data that the camera cannot recognise, or if it contains images captured with a different camera.
O Turn off the camera power whenever the memory card is being inserted or
removed.
O 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.
O The memory card is an electronic precision device. Do not bend, drop or
subject it to any heavy impact.
O Do not store the memory card in an environment with strong electronic or
magnetic fields, e.g. near loud speakers or TV receivers.
O Please do not use or store in an environment where there are extremes in
temperature.
O 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.
O Please keep the memory card in its case when not in use.
O During and after periods of extended use, you may notice that the memory
card is warm. This is perfectly normal.
O 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.
O Do not use a memory card formatted by another digital camera or memory
card reader.
Instructions on how to use the memory card
O 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.
O Samsung cannot be held responsible for lost data.
O It is advisable to copy important data onto other media as back-up e.g. floppy
disks, hard disks, CD etc.
O 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.
INFORMATION
O Don’t remove the memory card when the camera status lamp is blinking
as this may cause damage to data in the memory card.
Q 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.
Card pins
Write protect
switch
The SD/SDHC memory card has a write protect switch that prevents image files from being deleted or formatted. By sliding the switch towards the bottom of the SD memory card, the data will be protected. By sliding
Label
the switch towards the top of the SD memory card, the data protection will becancelled.
[SD (Secure Digital) memory card]
Slide the switch to the top of the SD memory card before taking a picture.
Q 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.
Recorded image size Super Fine Fine Normal 30FPS 20FPS 15FPS
63 116 171 - - -
74 137 192 - - -
Still
image
*Movie
89 166 229 - - -
88 162 223 - - -
131 236 318 - - -
381 520 600 - - -
- - - - About 11' -
- - - About 13' - About 21'
- - - About 29' - About 54'
Ú The recording times can be changed by the zoom operation. The zoom button doesn’t operate while recording movies.
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When Using the Camera for the First Time: Touch Screen/Setting up the Date/Time and Language
O Touch Screen
You can select the menus and change the camera’s setting by pressing icons on the touch screen.
O Calibration
1. Select [CALIBRATION] menu.
2. Using the touch pen, press the Touch Point on the LCD monitor.
ÚCalibration will increase the sensitivity
of the Touch Pen on the LCD monitor.
O Setting up the language
1. Press the [LANGUAGE] menu icon.
2. Select a desired language by pressing the ST icon.
INFORMATION
O You can select any one of 22 languages. These are listed below :
- English, Korean, French, German, Spanish, Italian, S.Chinese, T.Chinese, Japanese, Russian, Portuguese, Dutch, Danish, Swedish, Finnish, Bahasa (Malay / Indonesian), Arabic, Czech, Polish, Hungarian, Turkish.
O Even if the camera is restarted, the language setting will be maintained.
O Setting up the Date & Time
1. Select the [DATE&TIME] menu.
2. Select the desired sub menu by pressing the
ST icon.
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LCD monitor indicator
Q The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting functions and selections.
Number of available shots remaining
Movie/Voice recording time
Card inserted indicator
Recording mode
Face recognition/Voice Mute
Aperture Value/Shutter Speed
Self-timer
Macro
Flash
Auto focus frame
MENU EFFECT
Camera shake warning
00100
00:00:00
F2.8, 1/30
p. 70
p. 12
p. 16~ p. 20
p. 18
/20
p. 18
p. 24
p. 25
p. 27
p. 33
p.33
p.17
Optical/ Digital Zoom bar/ Digital Zoom rate
Voice memo
Frame Rate
Image quality
Shooting mode
White balance
Exposure compensation/
Long time shutter
2007/01/01 01:00 PM
Battery
Image size
Metering
ISO
Stabilizer
Date/ Time
p. 22~ p. 23
p. 34
p. 12
p. 29
p. 29
p. 30
p. 30
p. 31 p. 32
p. 31
p. 32
p. 70
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Starting the recording mode
Q How to use the AUTO mode (
Please select this mode for quick and easy picture taking with minimal user
interaction.
1. Insert the battery (p.12) taking note of the correct polarity (+ / -).
2. Insert the memory card (p.12). As this camera has a 450MB 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 that is 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.
INFORMATION
O 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.
)
Q 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 menu button to configure advanced functions such as image size (p.29), quality (p.29), metering (p.30), continuous shooting (p.30) and special effects (p.36).
)
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Starting the recording mode
Q How to use the ASR (Advanced Shake Reduction)
)
mode(
Advanced Shake Reduction (ASR) mode. This mode will reduce the effect of camera shake
and help you get a well-exposed image in dim conditions.
O Things to watch out for using the ASR mode
1. The digital zoom will not operate in the ASR mode.
2. 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 ( 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.
) will display. For best results only
Q Wise Shot
2 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 save both images.
O How to use the Wise Shot
1. Select the ASR button by rotating the mode dial.
2. Select Drive menu ( ) by pressing the Up and
)
Down button.
3. Select the Wise shot (
4. Press the Shutter button to capture images.
- Two images are captured in succession.
INFORMATION
O In the Wise shot mode, the shutter speed value shown on the LCD
monitor may be different to the actual shutter speed.
)menu.
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Starting the recording mode
Q How to use NIGHT mode(
This mode helps to get a well-exposed pictures
in the night time and darkness.
Select Night mode using mode dial.
Q Long Time shutter
This camera automatically adjusts the shutter speed and aperture values to the shooting environment. However, in NIGHT SCENE mode, you can set the shutter speed and aperture values to your preference.
1. Select the [Night] scene mode.
2. Press the LT icon and Long Time shutter displayed.
3. Configure the Long Time shutter value with the WX icon
4. Press the saved and the mode will switch to NIGHT mode.
Q How to use PORTRAIT mode(
Please select this mode for quick and easy
picture with people’s face.
Select Face mode using mode dial.
icon. The value you set will be
)
)
Q Face Recognition
This function automatically recognizes the position of face so that it is good for quick and easy picture taking with minimal user interaction. You can select the face detection function in AUTO, PROGRAM, Night, ASR,
Portrait, Children, Beach&Snow, Self shot and Cafe.
1. Press ‘Face Recognition icon’ ( touch screen.
2. Focus mark automatically detects and focuses the face.
3. Press half on the shutter button. Camera automatically focuses the faces and box turns green.
4. Press Shutter button to take picture.
). Face recognition box appears in the
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Starting the recording mode
INFORMATION
O This function can detect up to 9 persons. O When the camera recognises many people at a time, the camera
focuses on the nearest person.
O When Face recognition begins, Digital Zoom cannot work. O When Face recognition begins, Effect mode cannot work. O When successful, the recognized face will be green and the
surrounding will be grey.
O Return to previous AF mode if face recognition was failure. O In some of the following conditions, this function cannot work properly.
- When a person wears dark glasses or some part of the face is hidden.
- The person being taken does not look at the camera.
O The maximum available Face Recognition range is 2.5m (Zoom Step 1). O The nearer the subject, the faster the camera can recognize the subject.
Q How to use the SCENE mode ( )
Use scene menu to easily configure optimal settings
for a variety of shooting situations.
The scene modes are listed below.
1. Select the SCENE mode by rotating the mode
dial.
2. Press [MENU EFFECT] icon and select [Recording]
3. Select [Scene Mode]
- 12 scenes appears on the LCD monitor.
4. Select the scene for optimal recording settings.
- [CHILDREN] (
- [LANDSCAPE] (
- [CLOSE UP] ( plants
- [TEXT] (
- [SUNSET] ( ): For taking pictures of sunsets.
- [DAWN] (
- [BACKLIGHT] ( backlighting.
- [FIREWORK] (
- [BEACH & SNOW] ( scenes.
- [SELF SHOT] (
- [FOOD] ( ) : For taking pictures of food.
- [CAFE] (
): To take a picture of fast moving objects, for
example, children and insects.
): To take pictures of distant scenery.
): Close-up shooting for small objects such as
): Use this mode to shoot a document.
): Daybreak scenes.
): For portraits without shadows caused by
): Firework scenes.
): For ocean, lake, beach and snowscape
) : For taking self shot.
) : For taking pictures of indoor scenes.
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Starting the recording mode
Q 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 (Max. 2 Hour).
1. Select the MOVIE CLIP mode by rotating the mode dial. (Available recording time will be displayed 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, 640x480, 320X240
- File type : *.avi (MPEG-4)
Ú When the 800x592 image size is selected, you can select 20 fps, and
when the 640x480, 320x240 image sizes are selected, you can select 30 fps and15 fps. You can record the movie without voice.
Q To record a movie clip without voice
1. Press the [MENU EFFECT] icon.
2. Select the [Recording] ¬ [Voice Mute] menu.
3. Press the Shutter button and movie clip is recorded for as long as the available recording time without voice allows.
4. Press the Shutter button again to stop the recording.
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Q 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.
O 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 the recording.
3. If you wish to stop recording, press the Shutter button again.
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Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures
Q 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.
Q The available recording time may vary depending on shooting conditions and
camera settings.
Q When either the Flash Off or Slow synchro mode is selected in a low lighting
condition, the camera shake warning indicator ( monitor. In this case, use a tripod, suppor t the camera on a solid surface or change to flash shot mode.
Q 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
19), fill-in flash (see page 28), spot metering (see page 30), or exposure compensation (see page 32).
Q Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image. Q Compose the image by using the LCD monitor.
) may appear on the LCD
Q 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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Using the camera buttons to set the camera
Q The recording mode function can be set up by using the camera buttons.
POWER button
O Used for turning the camera’s
power on / off.
O 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 72 for more information about auto power off function.
SHUTTER button
O Pressing the shutter button down
halfway activates the autofocus and checks the condition of the flash.
O 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.
O 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 star t after the camera has finished storing the image data.
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ZOOM W / T button
O If the menu is not displayed, this button
works as the OPTICAL ZOOM or DIGITAL ZOOM button.
O This camera has a 3.6X optical zoom and a 5X digital zoom function. Using
both will offer a total zoom ratio of 18X.
O TELE Zoom Optical zoom TELE : Pressing the ZOOM T button will zoom into the subject
i.e. the subject will appear closer.
Digital zoom TELE : When the maximum (3.6X) 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]
Press the
ZOOM T
button
[TELE Zoom]
Press the
ZOOM T
button
[Digital Zoom 5x]
ZOOM W / T button
O 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.
Press the ZOOM W
button
[TELE Zoom]
[Optical Zoom 2x]
Digital zoom WIDE : When the digital zoom is in operation, pressing the
Optical Zoom
ZOOM W button will reduce the digital zooming in steps. Releasing ZOOM W button stops digital zooming.
Digital Zoom
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.
Press the ZOOM W
button
[WIDE Zoom]
INFORMATION
O Images taken using the digital zoom may take a little longer for the
camera to process. Allow time for this to take place.
O You may notice a decrease in image quality when using the digital
zoom.
O 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.
O The digital zoom can’t be activated in the ASR, [Night], [Children],
[Text], [Close up], [Fireworks], [Self Shot], [Food], [Cafe] scene modes and Wise shot, High Light, Photo Frame, Composite menu.
O 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.
O Take care not to press the lens as this may cause a camera malfunction. O 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.
Info ( ) button
Q While the menu is showing, the Up button operates as a direction button. In
the recording modes or playback mode, pressing this button will display the information of image.
[Digital Zoom 5x]
Press the ZOOM W
button
[TELE Zoom]
Press the ZOOM W
button
[WIDE Zoom]
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Setting up the camera mode
Q You can set up the camera mode by pressing the mode icon. In Night scene
mode, you can select the shutter speed and aperture value.
Main menu
Face Recognition
Self-timer
Macro
Flash
Image Size
Quality
Metering
Drive mode
ISO
White Balance
Exposure Compensation
LT
Camera Shake Compensation
Ú In ASR mode, ISO is fixed to AUTO and EV is fixed to 0.0EV. Ú Depending on the recording mode, the selectable sub menus can be
varied.
ÚTo maintain the characteristics of each scene mode, some menu dsplay
but can't be selected.
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Sub menu Available mode
Self-timer ( )
Q This function is used when the photographer would also like to be in the
picture.
- Selecting a self-timer : When you press the
Shutter button, the picture will be taken after the specified time has elapsed and the self­timer function will be cancelled.
- Selecting a remote mode : Pressing the
shutter button of remote control will allow an interval of 2 seconds before the image is taken. After taking a picture, the remote mode will be maintained. But, pressing the Power button will cancel the remote mode.
O Description of Self-timer / Remote mode
Icon Mode Description
Pressing the shutter button will allow an interval of
2s
2 seconds before the image is taken.
A picture will be taken after about 10 seconds and
Double
2 seconds later a second picture will be taken.
ressing the shutter button will allow an interval of
10s
10 seconds before the image is taken.
You can take a picture by remote control instead of
Remote
using the shutter button of the camera.
Remote control
O Remote control (option) range
When you take a picture by using the
remote control, refer to the illustrations shown alongside about the remote control range.
[Shutter button on
the remote control]
Macro( )
Q You can take macro pictures. Select a
desired macro icon on the LCD monitor.
O Replacing battery for the remote control
Make sure the + (positive) polarity is toward the top and the - (negative)
polarity is toward the bottom while installing battery for the remote control. Replace battery for the remote control in the local service centre. Use the CR 2025 3V battery.
INFORMATION
O If you operate the Play mode button during the self-timer operation, the
selftimer function is canceled.
O Use a tripod to prevent camera shake.
Auto Macro (
W : 5~Infinity T : 30~Infinity
Macro ( )
W : 5~80 T : 30~80
Auto Macro (
W : 5~Infinity T : 30~Infinity
[Auto macro (
)
Program Mode (
)
[Auto Focus-AF icon]
Q Types of focus modes and focus ranges (W: Wide, T: Tele) (Unit : cm)
Camera Mode
Focus Type
Focus Range
Camera Mode
Focus Type
Focus Range
Camera Mode
Focus Type
Focus Range
Auto Mode (
ASR Mode (
)]
)
Normal
W : 80~Infinity
T : 80~Infinity
)
Normal
W : 80~Infinity
T : 80~Infinity
)
Normal
W : 80~Infinity
T : 80~Infinity
[Macro (
)]
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Macro ( )
O Available focusing method, by recording mode
(O : Selectable,
ũ : Infinity focus range
Auto Macro
)
Macro
Normal
ũ
ũ ũ
ũ
INFORMATION
O When the macro mode is selected, be particularly careful to avoid
camera shake.
O When you take a picture within 30cm (Wide zoom) or 50cm (Tele zoom)
in the Macro mode, select the FLASH OFF mode.
Focus Lock
Q To focus on a subject not positioned in the centre of the picture, use the focus
lock function.
O 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 Shutterbutton 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 AUTO captured.
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2. Press the Shutter button halfway and focus on the subject.
3. Recompose the picture and fully
press the Shutter button.
Flash(
O How to use the flash
1. Select the recording mode except MOVIE CLIP mode.
2. Select the desired flash mode.
3. Flash mode icon appears on LCD monitor.
- Select the flash type in accordance with
the recording conditions.
O Flash range (W : Wide, T : Tele) (Unit : m)
ISO
Auto 0.8 ~ 5 0.8 ~ 2.4 0.3 ~ 0.8 0.5 ~ 0.8 0.3 ~ 5 0.5 ~ 2.4
Ú Flash is automatically turned off when super macro is selected.
)
Normal Macro Auto Macro
Wide Tele Wide Tele Wide Tele
INFORMATION
O If you press the shutter button after selecting the Auto, Fill-in, Slow
synchro flash, the first flash fires to check the shooting condition (Flash range and Power ratio of flash).
Do not move the camera until the second flash fires.
O Using the flash frequently will reduce the life of the battery. O Under normal operating conditions the charging time for the flash is
usually less than 5.5 seconds. If the battery is weak, the charging time will be longer.
O In the ASR mode, [Landscape], [Close up], [Text], [Sunset], [Dawn],
[Firework], [Self Shot], [Food], [Cafe] scene modes and the Movie clip mode, the flash function will not operate.
O Take photographs within the flash range. O The image quality is not guaranteed if the subject is too close or highly
reflective.
O When taking an image in poorly lit conditions with the flash, there may
be a white speck in the captured image. The speck is caused by the reflection of the flash light from the atmospheric dust. It is not camera malfuction.
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Flash(
O Flash mode indicator
Icon Flash mode Description
)
Auto flash
Auto &
Red eye
reduction
Fill in flash
Slow synchro
Flash off
Red-eye Fix
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 the available light. The intensity of the flash will be automatically controlled to suit the prevailing conditions.
The flash operates with a slow shutter speed to obtain a balanced correct exposure. In poor lighting conditions the camera shake warning indicator(
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 ( LCD monitor.
When a shot with “red eye” is detected, this mode will reduce the red-eye effect automatically.
) will display on the LCD monitor.
O Available focusing method, by recording mode (O : Selectable)
) will display on the
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Size
Q You can select the image size appropriate for your application.
Mode Still image mode
Icon
3072X
Size
Mode Movie clip mode
Icon
Size
2304
800X
592
3072X
2048
640X
480
2592X
1728
320X
240
2592X
1944
2048X
1536
1024X
768
Quality/Frame Rate
Q You can select the appropriate compression rate for your application.
The higher compression rate reduces the resolution of picture.
Mode STILL IMAGE mode Movie CLIP mode
Icon
super fine fine normal
Type
File
Format
jpeg jpeg jpeg avi avi avi
30 fps 20 fps 15 fps
[Movie CLIP mode][STILL IMAGE mode]
[STILL IMAGE mode] [MOVIE CLIP mode]
INFORMATION
O The higher the resolution, the lower the number of shots available
because high resolution images require more memory.
INFORMATION
O This file format complies with the DCF (Design rule for Camera File
system).
O When the 800x592 image size is selected, you can select 20 fps, and when
the 640x480, 320x240 image sizes are selected, you can select 30 fps and 15 fps.
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