Samsung PRONTA1200 User Manual
ENGLISH
NOTE
• This camera will not function without a battery.
• Use one 3V lithium battery(CR-2).
• The lens cap automatically opens when the Power button is turned on.
• Do not open the lens cap with your fingers.
The shutter does not operate in the following circumstances:
• When the camera has no battery or when the battery is almost drained.
• When the Power is turned off.(When the lens cap is closed.)
• When the zoom button is operating or when the film is winding or rewinding.
(Rewinding will stop when the power button is pressed during rewinding.)
• When the film remains in the camera after rewinding.
• When the flash is being charged.
This camera is controlled electronically by a built-in microcomputer. Although unlikely, it may fail
to operate under certain circumstances in which there is a strong electromagnetic field (near a
TV, microwave etc.). If this occurs, please remove the lithium battery and replace after 2~3
minutes.
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CONTENTS
Thank you for purchasing a SAMSUNG camera. Please read this manual before using your camera.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PREPARATION
TAKING PHOTOS
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Part names
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LCD panel
Viewfinder and Indicators
Loading the battery
Checking the battery
Loading the film
Attaching the strap
Using the camera
Holding the camera
Taking pictures
Though it is dark, you can check the LCD panel
Adjusting the diopter
Buzzer operation
Rewinding the film
Date and caption (Q.D. model only)
Using the flash mode
Using the shooting mode
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Auto red-eye reduction
Auto flash
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Fill-in flash
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Fill-in flash and back-light control
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Fill-in flash and red-eye reduction
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Flash off
Self-timer
Remote control shooting
Replacing the battery of the remote control
Snap shooting
Portrait zoom
Landscape shooting
Bulb shooting(B Shutter)
Using the focus lock
IMPORTANT NOTES
Care and storage
Trouble shooting
SPECIFICATIONS
Checking the camera
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PART NAMES
Front / Top
Shutter button
Zoom lever ( / )
Exposure sensor
Flash button (Flash mode selection button)
Buzzer ON/OFF button
LCD panel
Mode button
Self-timer lamp
Remote control sensor
PREPARATION
(Q.D. Model only)
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DATE or TIME button
(Date and caption selection button)
Viewfinder
Flash
Back cover
release button
Autofocus sensorLens
Rear / Bottom
Flash indicator (Red LED) Power button
Autofocus indicator (Green LED)
Diopter
adjustment dial
Viewfinder
Strap eyelet
Film check
window
Tripod socket
Battery
chamber cover
Mid-roll rewind button
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Interior
Back cover
Film pressure roller
Film pressure plate
Spool
Film
sensor
LCD P ANEL
Month
Remote control shooting
Landscape shooting
Date (Year, Month, Date, Time)
Caption Letter indicator
Film loading failure
warning indicator (E)
Focal length unit (mm)
Year
Snap shooting
Portrait zoom
Focal length
Exposure counter
Self-timer
Flash mode
Exposure unit (EX)
Back-light control
Slow shutter sync
Buzzer indicator
Film present indicator
Film rewinding indicator
Battery condition indicator
Film loading indicator
Back-cover open indicator
Bulb shooting (B Shutter)
Date or caption print mark
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VIEWFINDER AND INDICA T ORS
Viewfinder
Close range picture area mark
- WIDE : Optimum picture area when shooting within 0.8m~1.5 m
- TELE : Optimum picture area when shooting within 0.8m ~ 3.0m
Picture area frame
- WIDE : Optimum picture area when shooting over 1.5 m
- TELE : Optimum picture area when shooting over 3.0 m
Autofocus frame (Focus on the subject with this frame)
Green
Red
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Indicators
1. Autofocus Indicator (Green LED)
When illuminated this confirms that conditions are suitable for picture taking.
When the subject is too close, (within 0.8m (2.62ft), the LED will blink rapidly and the
shutter will lock. (Refer to page 18 for information on the buzzer operation)
2. Flash Indicator (Red LED)
Illuminates when the flash is fully charged. (In low light conditions)
Blinks rapidly when the flash is being charged. (Shutter will be locked)
It blinks quickly if you are out of the range.
Blinks slowly to indicate that the camera requires steady support (preferably a tripod) to
avoid camera shake.
LOADING THE BA TTERY
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1. Rotate the battery chamber cover lock in the direction of the arrow to open.
2. Insert a new battery and ensure it is placed in the correct position.
3. Rotate the battery chamber cover lock in the opposite direction to the arrow( step 1) to close.
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NOTE
Use one CR-2 battery.
The camera will automatically turn the power off when not used after 3 minutes.
Remove the battery from the camera when the camera is not used for an extended period.
Be sure to check the date and shooting mode when you load a new battery.
If the date or time is incorrect, please refer to page 20 and adjust accordingly.
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CHECKING THE BA TTERY
You can check the battery life on the LCD panel
1. Normal operation
- The battery condition indicator does not appear.
2. The indicator appears half way.
- The battery life is low and you should ensure that a replacement battery is available.
3. The indicator blinks.
- The battery is exhausted. Load a new battery.
NOTE
Do not remove the battery while the camera is operating, because it may cause the camera to malfunction.
Battery performance is reduced in low temperatures (under -10 (14 ));Try to keep the camera warm
between shots. (The battery will operate normally again when the temperature returns to
normal).
Please dispose of the exhausted battery with care.
Some local authorities may require batteries to be disposed of separately from other refuse.
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LOADING THE FILM
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1. Open the back cover by sliding the release knob as shown above.
2. Insert a roll of film in the chamber. Do not force the film into position.
3. The film should lie flat.
4. Close the back cover. It will close with a “click”.
5. The film will automatically advance until the film counter reads “1”.
6. If a film is loaded incorrectly, the LCD panel will display an “E” warning signal. (Refer to page 18 for
information on the buzzer operation) Reload the film following the steps shown above.
NOTE
The camera automatically adjusts for ISO 50-3200 DX film.
When you use non-DX film, the camera will set the film speed at ISO 100.
Load the film in subdued lighting.
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ATTACHING THE STRAP
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Refer to the illustrations above.
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USING THE CAMERA
Press the Power button to turn the power on. The indicators will appear on the LCD panel.
If the camera is not used for 3 minutes, the power will be turned off automatically.
While looking through the viewfinder, aim the camera at the subject and operate the zoom buttons.
Press the Zoom lever “ ”(Tele) to move the lens out and press the zoom lever “ ” (Wide) to
move the lens in .
During this operation, the LCD panel shows the focal lengths in the following sequence : 38, 45, 55,
60, 70, 80, 90, 100, 110, 120 mm.
NOTE
The flash will be extruded when the camera power is turned on. Do not overload the flash as it will
damage the flash.
When the camera power is turned off, the flash will retreat into the camera body.
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HOLDING THE CAMERA
In order to avoid camera shake, hold the camera
steady, especially when using longer focal lengths
(Tele).
Place the camera strap over your wrist.
Both elbows (horizontal picture) or one elbow (vertical
picture) should be held close to your body.
Keep your eye close to the viewfinder when using the
camera. This ensures correct framing. Ensure you
can see all four sides of the viewing frame when
composing your shot.
NOTE
Avoid obstructing the lens when you take a picture. Pictures can be spoiled when a finger, hair or
camera strap falls in front of the Lens, Exposure Sensor or Auto-focus Windows.
When you take vertical pictures with flash, the flash should be above the lens.
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