Samsung L77 User Manual

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Instructions Getting to know your camera

■ Use this camera in the following order

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.81)

Take a picture. (p.16)

Insert the supplied USB cable into the PC’s USB port and the camera’s USB connection terminal. (p.85)

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

Open Window’s EXPLORER and search for [Removable Disk]. (p.85)

● 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.

Thank you for buying a Samsung Digital Camera.

● Prior to using this camera, please read the user manual thoroughly.

● If 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.

● 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 camera takes no responsibility for any loss or damages that may result from camera malfunction.

● Keep the 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.

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 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.

■ Battery and camera may become hot during prolonged use and it may result in

camera malfunction. Should this be the case, allow the camera to 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 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. This may result in fire, injury,

electric shock or severe damage to you or your camera. Internal inspection, maintenance and repairs should 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 burst 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. 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.

■ Credit cards may be demagnetized if left near case. Avoid leaving magnetic strip

cards near the case.

■ Using an AC adapter that doesn't match with the camera specification may

cause camera malfunction.

※ Available AC adapter :

Voltage: 5.0V, Amprer: 2.0A, Diameter (Φ): 4.0

READY

●System chart ………………………5

●Identification of features……………6

■Front & Top ………………………6

■Back ………………………………7

■Side / Bottom / 5-function button …8

■Self-timer lamp ……………………9

■Camera Status Lamp ……………9

■Mode icon …………………………9

●Connecting to a Power Source……9

●Inserting the memory card ………12

●Instructions on how to use the memory card ……………………13

●LCD monitor indicator ……………15

●Changing the recording mode …16

●Starting the recording mode ……16

■How to use the Auto mode………16

■

How to use the Movie clip mode

…17

■Recording the movie clip without sound ……………………………17

■Pausing while recording a movie clip (Successive Recording) …………17

■Using Successive Recording……17

■How to use the Program mode …18

■How to use the EPS mode………18

■Things to watch out for using the EPS mode ………………………18

■How to use the Scene modes …19

●Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures……………………19

●Using the camera buttons to set the camera ……………………………20

■POWER button …………………20

■SHUTTER button ………………20

■ZOOM W / T button ……………20

■Info / Up button …………………22

■Macro / Down button

■Focus lock ………………………23

■Flash / Left button ………………23

■Self-timer / Right button …………25

■MENU / OK button ………………26

■M (Mode) button …………………26

■E (Effect) button …………………27

■

Special Effect (E button) : Colour

…27

■

Special Effect (E button) :

Image editing

……………………28

■

Saturation

…………………………28

■

Special Effect (E button) : FUN

…29

■

Preset focus frame

………………29

■

Composite shooting

………………30

RECORDING

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Contents

■Photo Frame ……………………32

■Fn button …………………………33

■Size ………………………………34

■Quality / Frame rate ……………34

■Metering …………………………35

■Continuous shot …………………35

■ISO ………………………………36

■White balance ……………………36

■Exposure compensation ………37

■Long Time shutter ………………38

■Movie Clip frame stabiliser ………38

●Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settings …………………39

■Sharpness ………………………39

■Contrast …………………………39

■Voice Memo ……………………40

■Voice Recording …………………40

■Recording the movie clip without voice ………………………………41

■SCENE mode ……………………41

●Sound menu………………………42

■Sound ……………………………42

●Setup menu ………………………43

■Setup 1……………………………44

•File name ………………………44

•Language ………………………45

•

Setting up the Date/ Time/ Date type

…45

•Imprinting the recording date …45

•LCD brightness …………………45

•Start up image …………………46

■Setup 2……………………………46

•Quick view ………………………46

•Auto power off …………………46

• LCD save ………………………47

• Selecting Video out type ………47

•Formatting a memory …………48

•nitialisation ………………………48

●Starting play mode ………………49

■Playing back a still image ………49

■Playing back a movie clip ………49

■Movie clip capture function………50

■On camera movie trimming ……50

■Playing back a recorded voice …51

●LCD monitor Indicator……………51

●Using the camera buttons to set the camera ……………………………52

■

Thumbnail / Enlargement button

…52

■Info / Up button …………………53

■Play & Pause / Down button ……54

■Left / Right / Menu / OK button …54

■Delete button ……………………55

■Printer button ……………………55

■

Special Effect (E button) : Resize

…56

■

Special Effect (E button) :

Rotating an image

…………………57

■

Special Effect (E button) : Colour

…57

■

Special Effect (E button) :

Image editing

……………………58

■

Special Effect (E button) : FUN

…59

•Preset focus frames ……………59

•Composite image ………………60

•Photo Frame ……………………62

●Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor……………63

■Starting the slide show …………64

■Playback …………………………66

•Voice memo ……………………66

•Deleting images …………………66

•Protecting images ………………67

•DPOF ……………………………68

•Copy To Card……………………70

■PictBridge…………………………71

■PictBridge : Picture Selection……72

■PictBridge : Print Setting…………72

■PictBridge : Reset ………………73

●Important notes …………………73

●Warning indicator …………………75

●

Before contacting a service centre

…76

●Specifications ……………………78

●Software Notes……………………80

●System Requirements……………80

●About the software ………………81

●Setting up the application software……………………………81

●Starting PC mode…………………84

●Removing the removable disk …87

●Setting up the USB Driver for MAC……………………………88

●Using the USB Driver for MAC …88

●Removing the USB Driver for Windows 98SE……………………88

●Digimax Master …………………89

●FAQ ………………………………91

SOFTWARE

PLAY

SETUP

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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.81)

Camera strap

User manual,

Product warranty

Camera case

SD memory card / MMC

(see p.12)

DPOF compatible

printer (see p.68)

PictBridge compatible printer

(see p.71)

Computer (see p.85)

External monitor

(see p. 47)

< Included items >

Rechargeable battery

(SLB-0637)

USB cable AV cable

Charger

(SBC-L7)

AC cord

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Identification of features

Front & Top

Self timer lamp

Microphone

Shutter button

Lens

Flash

Power button

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Identification of features

Back

LCD monitor

5-function button

M (Mode) button

E (Effects) button

Zoom T button (Digital zoom)

Camera Status Lamp

Fn / Delete button

Camera Strap

Playback mode / Printer button

Zoom W button (Thumbnail)

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Identification of features

Side / Bottom

5-function button

Information / Up button

Flash /

Left button

Menu / OK button

Self-timer / Right button

Macro / Down button Play & Pause button

Memory Card SlotBattery Chamber

Battery Chamber Cover Speaker

Tripod socket

USB / AV port

DC connection terminal

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■ Mode icon : Refer to page 16 for more information about the camera mode

setting.

Model SLB-0637 Type Lithium Ion Capacity 660mAh Voltage 3.7V Charging time Approx. 90 MIN (Using the SBC-L7)

■ You should use the rechargeable battery (SLB-0637) supplied with the camera.

■ SLB-0637 rechargeable battery Specification

ICON

ICON -

MODE

MODE AUTO

NIGHT

PORTRAIT

BEACH&

SNOW

FIRE

WORKS

BACK LIGHT

DAWN

SUNSET

TEXT

LANDSCAPE

CHILDREN

EPS

PROGRAM

MOVIE

CLIP

VOICE

RECORDING

PLAY

SCENE

■ 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.

For the 2 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at 0.25-second intervals. A picture will be taken after about 10 seconds and 2 seconds later a second picture will be taken.

Blinking

■ Camera Status Lamp

Status Description

The lamp turns on and off when the camera is ready to take a picture The lamp blinks while saving the image data and turns off when the camera is ready to take a picture The lamp lights up (LCD monitor turns off after initializing the device)

Transmitting Data with a PC The lamp blinks (LCD monitor turns off)

When the printer is printing The lamp blinks

The lamp turns on (The camera focus on the subject) The lamp blinks (The camera doesn't focus on the subject)

When the USB cable is inserted to a PC

After taking a pictur

Power on

When the USB cable is inserted to a printer

The lamp is off

When the AF activates

Connecting to a Power Source

Identification of features

《10》

Battery life Number of images Recording time

Approx. 75 MIN Approx. 150 Approx. 65 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 ends every 1 shot. Using the flash every two times Using the camera for 5 minutes and then Powering it off for 1 minute.

Still image

Movie

Based

the following shooting

conditions

Based

the following shooting

conditions

Using the fully charged battery 640X480 image size 30fps frame rate

■ Number of images and battery life: Using the SLB-0637

※These figures are measured under Samsung’s standard conditions and Shooting

conditions and may vary depending on the way of user’s usage.

Important information about battery usage

● When the camera is not in use, turn off the camera power.

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

The battery can lose power over time and may leak 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

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Connecting to a Power Source

■ Charging LED of the charger

Charging LED

Being Charged Red LED is on

Charging is complete LED is off

Charging error Red LED is blinking

3. Match contact points of the battery and charger and attach the battery on the charger as shown. If the battery is charged correctly, red lamp turns on. When the battery is fully charged, the lamp turns off.

■ You can charge the rechargeable battery (SLB-0637) with SBC-L7.

■ How to charge the rechargeable battery (SLB-0637)

1. Connect the charger and AC cord

2. Connect the AC cord to a mains supply.

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■ Insert the memory card as shown.

- Turn off the camera’s power before inserting the memory card.

- 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 in the wrong way round. Doing so may damage the memory card slot.

Inserting the memory cardConnecting 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 (+ / -).

- When the battery chamber cover is opened, do not press the battery chamber cover by force. This may cause damage to the battery chamber cover.

Battery status

Battery

indicator

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)

Low battery

capacity

(Prepare to

recharge or use

spare battery)

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

monitor.

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Instructions on how to use the memory card

● Do not use a memory card formatted by another digital camera or memory card

reader.

● 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.

● 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

● Be sure to format the memory card (see p.48) 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 the memory card’s

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 the memory card to any heavy impact.

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

magnetic fields, e.g. near loud speakers 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.

Recorded image size

Super Fine Fine Normal

30FPS 15FPS

71 139 206 - -

79 156 230 - -

94 184 270 - -

99 193 284 - -

156 301 435 - -

435 681 979 - -

---About 10' About 16'

---About 34' About 39'

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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).

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

Movie

clip

Still

image

※ The recording times can be changed by the zoom operation.

The zoom button doesn’t use during the movie recording.

Instructions on how to use the memory card

《15》

LCD monitor indicator

[Image & Full Status]

■

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

No. Description Icons Page

2 Saturation p.28

3 Flash / Mic. Off p.23/17

4 Self-timer p.25

Recording mode

p.9

No. Description Icons Page

5 Macro p.22

6 Contrast p.39

7 Sharpness p.39

8 Auto Focus Frame p.16

9 Camera shake Warning p.19

10 Date / Time 2007/02/01 01:00 PM p.45

Exposure compensation / LongTime Shutter

p.37/38

12 White Balance p.36

13 ISO p.36

14 Drive mode / Stabiliser p.35/38

15 Metering p.35

16 Image Quality p.34

17 Image Size p.34

18 Battery p.12

20 Voice Memo p.40

4/00:00:00

22 Card inserted indicator p.12

p.14

Optical/ Digital Zoom bar/

Digital Zoom rate

Number of available shots

remaining/ Remaining time

(Movie clip / Voice recording)

p.20

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⑥

⑦

⑧⑨ ⑩

①   ⑲⑳

⑪

⑫

⑬

⑭

⑮

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⑰

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Changing the recording mode

■ You can select the desired working mode by the M (mode) button located on the

back of the camera. Auto, Program, movie clip, EPS, scene (night, portrait, children, landscape, close-up, text, sunset, dawn, backlight, fireworks, beach & snow) camera modes are available.

● Selecting the camera mode

1. Insert the battery (p.12).

2. Insert the memory card (p.12). As this camera has a 20MB 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.

5. Press the M button and a menu for selecting recording menu will display.

6. You can select a menu by pressing the 5 function button. Up / Down button: moves the cursor between

SHOOTING MENU and SCENE MENU mode.

Left / Right button: moves the cursor between each menus.

7. Press the OK button and a recording mode is set.

Starting the recording mode

■ How to use the Auto mode

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

1. Select the Auto mode by pressing the M (Mode) button (p.26).

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

3. Press the shutter button to capture an image.

●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 less likely to capture an image clearly.

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

INFORMATION

AUTO

SCENE

[AUTO mode]

《17》

Starting the recording mode

■ 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 pressing the M (Mode) button (p.26).

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

3. Press the shutter button once 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 : 640X480, 320X240 (user selectable)

- Movie clip file type : Quick Time (MPEG-4)

[MOVIE CLIP mode]

■ Recording the movie clip without sound

You can record the movie clip without sound. Steps from 1-3 are the same as those for MOVIE CLIP mode.

4. Press the Menu button.

5. Select the [RECORDING] menu by pressing the Left / Right button.

6. Press the Down button to select the [Voice Mute] menu and press the Right button.

7. Select the [On] menu by pressing the Up / Down button.

8. Press the OK button. You can record a movie without sound.

■ 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.

● Using Successive Recording

Steps from 1-2 are the same as those for MOVIE CLIP mode.

3. 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. Movie clips will still be recorded if the shutter button is released.

4. Press the Pause button ( ) to pause recording.

5. Press the Pause button ( ) again to resume the recording.

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

Stop:Shutter REC:/

[Successive recording of a movie clip]

00 : 00 : 18

SH Stop/ REC

《18》

Starting the recording mode

■ How to use the Program mode

Selecting the automatic mode will configure the camera with optimal settings and you can manually configure various functions.

1. Select the Program mode by pressing the M (Mode) button (p.26).

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

3. Press the shutter button to capture an image.

※ Refer to page 22-41 for more information about

the Program mode menus.

■ How to use the EPS mode

This mode will reduce the effect of camera shake and help you get a wellexposed image in dim conditions.

1. Select the EPS mode by pressing the M (Mode) button. (p.26)

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

3. Press the shutter button to capture an image.

[EPS mode]

● Things to watch out for using the EPS mode

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

2. If the lighting condition is brighter than fluorescent lighting condition, the EPS will not 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 captured image may be blurred.

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

6. As the EPS uses the camera's digital signal processor, it may take a little longer for the camera to process and save the images.

[PROGRAM mode]

《19》

Starting the recording mode

※ The scene modes are listed below.

[NIGHT] ( ) : Use this for shooting still images at night or in other

dark conditions. [PORTRAIT] ( ) : To take a picture of a person. [CHILDREN] ( ) : To take a picture of fast moving objects, for

example, children. [LANDSCAPE] ( ) : To take pictures of distant scenery. [CLOSE UP] ( ) : Close-up shooting for small objects such as plants

and insects. [TEXT] ( ) : Use this mode to shoot a document. [SUNSET] ( ) : For taking pictures of sunsets. [DAWN] ( ) : Daybreak scenes. [BACKLIGHT] ( ) : Portrait without shadows caused by backlight. [FIREWORK] ( ) : Firework scenes. [BEACH&SNOW] ( ) : For ocean, lake, beach and snowscape scenes.

■ How to use the Scene modes

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

1. Select the Scene mode by pressing the M (Mode) button (p.26).

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

3. Press the shutter button to capture an image.

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]

■ The available memory capacity may vary depending on shooting conditions and

camera settings.

■

When 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 to the sunlight direction. Taking a picture against the sun may make the picture dark. To take a picture against the sun, please use the [BACKLIGHT] in the scene shooting mode (see page 19), fill-in flash (see page

23), spot metering (see page 35), or exposure compensation (see page 37).

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

■ Compose the image by using the LCD monitor.

■ Under certain 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.

[SCENE mode]

《20》

Using the camera buttons to set the camera

ZOOM W / T button

■ 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 46 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

● If the menu is not displayed, this button works

as the OPTICAL ZOOM or DIGITAL ZOOM button.

● This camera has a 7X optical zoom and a 5X digital zoom function.

Using both will offer a total zoom ratio of 35X.

● TELE Zoom

Optical zoom TELE : Pressing the ZOOM T button. This will zoom into the

subject i.e. the subject will appear nearer.

Digital zoom TELE : When the maximum (7X) 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]

[TELE zoom]

[Digital zoom 5.0X]

Pressing

the ZOOM

T button

Pressing

the ZOOM

T button

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[TELE zoom]

[Optical zoom 2X] [WIDE zoom]

Pressing

the ZOOM

W button

Pressing

the ZOOM

W button

[Digital zoom 5.0X] [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 further away. Pressing the ZOOM W button continuously will set the camera to its minimum zoom setting i.e. the subject appears at its furthest 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 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.

Optical zoom

Digital 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.

● The digital zoom cannot be used in movie clip shots.

● 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 some Scene modes (Night, Children,

Text, Close-up, Fireworks), EPS mode and the movie clip mode.

● Take care not to press the lens as this may cause a camera malfunction.

INFORMATION

《22》

Macro ( ) / Down button

■ While the menu is showing, press the DOWN button to move from the main

menu to a sub menu, or to move down the sub menu. When the menu is not showing, you can use the MACRO / DOWN button to take macro pictures. The distance ranges are shown below. Press the Macro button until the desired macro mode indicator displays on the LCD monitor.

■ Types of focus modes and focus ranges (W : Wide, T : Tele) (Unit : cm)

● When the macro mode is selected, it is possible that camera shake will

occur. Take care not to shake the camera.

● When you take a picture within 40cm in the Macro mode, select the FLASH

OFF mode.

INFORMATION

[Auto macro ( )][Macro ( )][Auto focus - No icon]

Mode

Focus Type

Auto macro

( ) Normal Macro ( ) Normal

Focus range

W : 10~Infinity

T : 100~Infinity

W : 80~Infinity T : 150~Infinity

W : 10~80

T : 100~150

Program ( )

Auto ( )

Info ( ) / Up button

■ 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.

Info ( ) button

《23》

Macro ( ) / Down button

■ Available focusing method, by recording mode (● : Selectable, ∞: Infinity focus range)

■ To focus on a subject not positioned in the centre of the picture, use the focus lock function.

● 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 SHUTTER button 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 captured.

2. Press the SHUTTER button halfway and focus on the subject.

3. Recompose the picture and fully depress the SHUTTER button.

Focus lock

●●●●

●●

SCENE

Mode

Normal

Macro

Auto macro

Normal

Macro

Auto macro

Mode

●●●∞ ∞∞●∞●

●

Flash ( ) / Left button

● Flash range (Unit : m)

■ When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor,

pressing the LEFT button makes the cursor shift to the left tab.

■ When the menu is not displayed on the LCD

monitor, the LEFT button operates as the FLASH ( ) button.

● Selecting the flash mode

Select a RECORDING mode with the exception of MOVIE CLIP mode. (p.16-19)

2. Press the Flash button until the desired flash mode indicator displays on the LCD monitor.

3. A flash mode indicator will be displayed on the LCD monitor. Use the correct flash to suit the environment.

[Selecting the Auto flash]

AUTO

WIDE TELE WIDE TELE WIDE TELE

0.8 ~ 3.5 1.5 ~ 3.0 0.4 ~ 0.8 1.0 ~ 1.5 0.4 ~ 3.5 1.0 ~ 3.0

MACRO

AUTO MACRO

ISO

AUTO

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Menu tab Flash mode Description

● Flash mode indicator

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 available light. The intensity of the flash will be controlled, according to the prevailing conditions. The brighter the background or subject is, the less intense the flash will be.

The flash will operate in conjunction with a slow shutter speed in order to obtain the correct exposure. When you take an image in a condition with poor light, the camera shake warning indicator ( ) will display on the LCD monitor. We recommend using a tripod for this function.

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 ( ) will display on the LCD monitor. We recommend using a tripod for this function.

Auto flash

Auto &

Red eye

reduction

Fill in flash

Slow synchro

Flash off

● If you press the shutter button after selecting the Auto, Fill-in, Slow sychro

flash, the first flash fires to check the shooting condition (Flash range and Power ratio of flash). Do not move until the second flash fires.

● Using the flash frequently will reduce the life of the battery.

● Under normal operating conditions the charging time for the flash is

normally less than 5.5 seconds. If the battery is weak, the charging time will be longer.

● Take photographs within the flash range.

● The image quality is not guaranteed if the subject is too close or highly

reflective.

● When taking an image in a poorly lit condition with the flash, there may be a

white speck in the captured image. The speck is caused by the reflecting of the flash light from the atmospheric dust. It is not camera malfunction.

● The flash doesn't fire in the continuous shot, AEB, some scene modes

(p.25) and movie clip mode.

INFORMATION

Flash ( ) / Left button

《25》

Flash ( ) / Left button

● Available flash mode, by recording mode (● : Selectable)

■ When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the Right button

makes the cursor shift to the right tab.

■ When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, the RIGHT button

operates as the Self-timer ( ) button. This function is used when the photographer would also like to be in the image.

Self-timer ( ) / Right button

● If you operate the Self-timer button during the self-timer operation, the self-

timer function is cancelled.

● Use a tripod to prevent the camera from shaking.

● In Movie Clip mode, only the 10SEC self-timer will work.

● Selecting the self-timer

1. Select a RECORDING mode with the exception of VOICE RECORDING mode. (p.16~19)

2. Press the SELF-TIMER ( ) button until the desired mode indicator displays on the LCD monitor. A 10 second, 2 second or double self-timer icon appears on the LCD monitor. In Movie Clip mode, only the 10-second self-timer will work.

•10SEC self-timer ( ):

Pressing the shutter button will allow an interval of 10 seconds before the image is taken.

•2SEC self-timer ( ):

Pressing the shutter button will allow an interval of 2 seconds before the image is taken.

•Double self-timer ( ):

A picture will be taken after about 10 seconds and 2 seconds later a second picture will be taken. When using the flash, the 2-second self-timer may be delayed for longer than 2 seconds depending on the flash charging time.

3. When you press the SHUTTER button, the picture will be taken after the specified time has elapsed.

INFORMATION

[Selecting the 10 SEC self-timer]

●●

●● ● ●

●●

●●●●●●●●●●●● ●

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■ MENU button

- When you press the MENU button, a menu related to each camera mode will be displayed on the LCD monitor. Pressing it again will return the LCD to the initial display.

- A menu option can be displayed when the followings are selected : MOVIE CLIP and STILL IMAGE mode. There is no menu available when the VOICE RECORDING mode is selected.

■ OK button

- When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, this button is used for shifting the cursor to the sub menu or for confirming data.

[Pressing the MENU button]

[Menu off]

MENU / OK button M (Mode) button

[Pressing the Right button]

[Pressing the Left / Right button]

[Auto mode]

[Mode selection menu]

[Movie cliip mode]

[Scene mode]

[Pressing the Down button]

[Pressing the Mode button]

[EPS mode]

[Selecting a scene mode]

[Pressing the Left button]

■ You can select the desired recording mode.

● How to use the mode button

[Menu on]

Sharpness

RECORDING

Contrast

Soft



Normal



Voice Memo Off



Voice Recording

Exit Move

MMEENNUU

 

AUTO

SCENE

NIGHT

SHOOTING

PORTRAIT

SHOOTING

MOVIE

SCENE

EPS

SCENE

《27》

● This button will not operate in EPS, Voice recording mode and some scene

modes (Night, Text, Sunset, Dawn, Backligh, Fireworks, Beach&Snow).

● If a menu between the colour and image editing is selected, any previously

selected effect is cancelled automatically.

● Even if the camera is turned off, the effect setting will be preserved.

To cancel the special effect, select sub menu in the Colour menu and select the sub menu in the rest effect menus.

INFORMATION

E (Effect) button

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

■ Still image mode : You can select the colour, image editing and Fun menu.

■ Movie clip mode : You can select the colour menu.

■ Available Effects, by recording mode (

● : Selectable)

●●●●●●●

● ●●●●

Special Effect (E button) : Colour

3. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the Up/ Down button and press the OK button.

: No effect is added to the image : Captured images will be stored in black and white. : Captured images will be stored in a sepia tone

(a gradient of yellowish brown colours). : Captured images will be stored in a red tone. : Captured images will be stored in a green tone. : Captured images will be stored in a blue tone. : Save the image in negative mode. : Captured image will be saved in set RGB tone.

4. Press the shutter button to capture an image.

■ By using the camera’s digital processor, it is possible to add special effects to

your images

1. Press the E button in an available recording mode.(p.27)

2. Select the menu tab by pressing the Left/ Right button.

[ Still image mode ] [ Movie clip mode ]

COLOR

이동 해제

 

Move Exit

 

Move Exit

 

COLOR

《28》

■ Custom colour : You can change the R (Red),

G (Green) and B (Blue) values of the image.

- OK button : Select / setup the Custom Colour

- Up / Down button : Selects R, G, B

- Left / Right button : Changes the values

Custom Color

Move Set



Special Effect (E button) : Image editing

■ You can change the saturation of the image.

● Press the E button in an available mode. (p.27)

Select Saturation menu ( ) and a bar for changing the saturation will display.

Up / Down button: Selecting a saturation item Left / Right button: Changing the value + direction : High saturation

(The colour will be deep)

direction : Low saturation

(The colour will be tender)

Bar for changing the saturation

Saturation

Press the OK button and the saturation of image will be changed. Press the Shutter button to take a picture.

IMAGE ADJUST

Move Exit

이동 해제

 

SATURATION

Move Set



SATURATION

Move Set



 

Special Effect (E button) : Colour

《29》

Preset focus frames

■ You can make the subject stand out from its surroundings. The subject will be

sharp and in focus while making the rest out of focus.

● Press the E button in an available mode. (p.27)

● This menu can be selected in the 3M, 1M image size.

Select a proper menu by pressing the Left / Right button and press the OK button.

The preset focus frame will appear. Press the shutter button to capture an image.

FUN

Move Exit

 

HIGHLIGHT

Range Set



[Range 1] [Range 2] [Range 3] [Range 4]

HIGHLIGHT

Range Set



HIGHLIGHT



HIGHLIGHT



HIGHLIGHT



Capture Edit

SH Fn

Set Set SetRange Range Range

Special Effect (E button) : FUN

● Moving and changing the focus frame

You can change the focus frame after selecting a Range menu.

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

2. Press the Fn button.

3. The dotted line changes to the solid line.

4. Press the Fn button and the camera is ready for taking a picture. To take an image, press the shutter button.

Pressing the Up / Down /

Left / Right button

Pressing the

Fn button

Pressing the

Fn button

[ The frame is activated ]

[ After changing the frame position ]



 

Capture Edit

SH Fn

Move

Capture

CaptureCapture Edit

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