Samsung WB2014F, WB350F, WB351F, WB352F User Manual

USER MANUAL
WB350F/WB351F/WB352F/WB2014F
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Appendixes Index
This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly.

Health and safety information

Always comply with the following precautions and usage tips to avoid dangerous situations and ensure peak performance of your camera.
Warning—situations that could cause injury to yourself or others
Do not disassemble or attempt to repair your camera.
You can damage the camera and expose yourself to the risk of an electric shock.
Do not use your camera near ammable or explosive gases and liquids.
This may cause a fire or explosion.
Do not insert ammable materials into the camera or store these materials near the camera.
This may cause a fire or electric shock.
Do not handle your camera with wet hands.
This may result in an electric shock.
Prevent damage to subjects’ eyesight.
Do not use the ash in close proximity (closer than 1 m/3 ft) to people or animals. If you use the ash too close to your subject’s eyes, this can cause temporary or permanent eyesight damage.
Keep your camera away from small children and pets.
Keep your camera and all accessories out of the reach of small children and animals. Small parts may cause choking or serious injury if swallowed. Moving parts and accessories may present physical dangers as well.
Do not expose the camera to direct sunlight or high temperatures for an extended period of time.
Prolonged exposure to sunlight or extreme temperatures can cause permanent damage to your camera’s internal components.
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Health and safety information
Avoid covering the camera or charger with blankets or clothes.
The camera may overheat, which may distort the camera or cause a re.
Do not handle the power supply cord or the charger during a thunderstorm.
This may result in electric shock.
If liquid or foreign objects enter your camera, immediately disconnect all power sources, such as the battery or charger, and then contact a Samsung service center.
Comply with any regulations that restrict the use of a camera in a certain area.
Avoid interference with other electronic devices.
Turn o the camera when in an aircraft. Your camera can cause interference with aircraft equipment. Follow all airline regulations and turn o your camera when directed by airline personnel.
Turn o the camera near medical equipment. Your camera can interfere with medical equipment in hospitals or health care facilities. Follow all regulations, posted warnings, and directions from medical personnel.
Avoid interference with pacemakers.
Maintain a safe distance between this camera and all pacemakers to avoid potential interference, as recommended by the manufacturer and research groups. If you have any reason to suspect that your camera is interfering with a pacemaker or other medical device, turn o the camera immediately and contact the manufacturer of the pacemaker or medical device for guidance.
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Health and safety information
Caution—situations that could cause damage to your camera or other equipment
Remove the batteries from your camera when storing it for an extended period of time.
Installed batteries may leak or corrode over time and cause serious damage to your camera.
Use only authentic, manufacturer-recommended, Lithium-ion replacement batteries. Do not damage or heat the battery.
Inauthentic, damaged, or heated batteries may cause a re or personal injury.
Use only Samsung-approved batteries, chargers, cables, and accessories.
Using unauthorized batteries, chargers, cables, or accessories can cause batteries to explode, damage your camera, or cause injury.
Samsung is not responsible for damage or injuries caused by unapproved batteries, chargers, cables, or accessories.
Use the battery only for its intended purpose.
Misusing the battery may cause a fire or electric shock.
Do not touch the ash while it res.
The ash is very hot when red and may burn your skin.
When you use the AC charger, turn o the camera before you disconnect the power to the AC charger.
Failing to do so may result in re or electric shock.
Disconnect the charger from the wall socket when not in use.
Failing to do so may result in re or electric shock.
Do not use a damaged power supply cord, plug, or loose outlet when you charge batteries.
This may cause a fire or electric shock.
Do not allow the AC charger to come in contact with the +/- terminals on the battery.
This may cause a re or electric shock.
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Health and safety information
Do not drop or subject the camera to strong impacts.
Doing so may damage the screen or external or internal components.
Exercise caution when you connect cables or adapters and install batteries and memory cards.
If you force the connectors, improperly connect cables, or improperly install batteries and memory cards, you can damage ports, connectors, and accessories.
Keep cards with magnetic strips away from the camera case.
Information stored on the card may be damaged or erased.
Never use a damaged charger, battery, or memory card.
This may result in electric shock or camera malfunction or cause a re.
Do not place the camera in or near magnetic elds.
Doing so may cause the camera to malfunction.
Do not use the camera if the screen is damaged.
If the glass or acrylic parts are broken, visit a Samsung Electronics Service Center to have the camera repaired.
Check that the camera is operating properly before use.
The manufacturer takes no responsibility for any loss of les or damage that may result from camera malfunction or improper use.
You must plug the small end of the USB cable into your camera.
If the cable is reversed, it may damage your files. The manufacturer is not responsible for any loss of data.
Avoid interference with other electronic devices.
Your camera emits radio frequency (RF) signals that may interfere with unshielded or improperly shielded electronic equipment, such as pacemakers, hearing aids, medical devices, and other electronic devices in homes or vehicles. Consult the manufacturers of your electronic devices to solve any interference problems you experience. To prevent unwanted interference, use only Samsung-approved devices or accessories.
Use your camera in the normal position.
Avoid contact with your camera’s internal antenna.
Data transference and your responsibilities
Data transferred via WLAN can be hacked, so avoid transferring sensitive data in public areas or on open networks.
The camera manufacturer is not liable for any data transfers that infringe on copyrights, trademarks, intellectual property laws, or public decency ordinances.
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Outline of the User Manual
Copyright information
Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation.
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microSD™, microSDHC™, and microSDXC™ are registered trademarks of the SD Association.
Wi-Fi®, the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo, and the Wi-Fi logo are registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
Trademarks and trade names used in this manual are the property of their respective owners.
Camera specications or contents of this manual may be changed without prior notice due to an upgrade of the camera's functions.
We recommend using your camera within the country where you purchased it.
Use this camera responsibly and adhere to all laws and regulations concerning its use.
You are not allowed to reuse or distribute any part of this manual without prior permission.
Basic functions 19
Learn about what is in the product box, the camera’s layout, what the icons mean, and basic shooting functions.
Extended functions 43
Learn how to capture a photo and record a video by selecting a mode.
Shooting options 66
Learn how to set the options in Shooting mode.
Playback/Editing 90
Learn how to play back photos or videos, and edit photos. Also, learn how to connect your camera to your computer or TV.
Wireless network 114
Learn how to connect to wireless local area networks (WLANs) and use functions.
Settings 137
Refer to options to congure your camera’s settings.
Appendixes 143
Get information about error messages, specications, and maintenance.
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Indicators used in this manual
Mode Indicator
Smart Auto
Program
Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, Manual
Smart Mode
Best Face
Magic Plus
Settings
Wireless Network
Shooting mode icons
These icons appear in the text when a function is available in a mode. See the example below.
s
Note: The all scenes or modes.
For example:
Smart Mode or g Magic Plus mode may not support functions for
T p G s i g n w
Available in Program, Aperture Priority, and Shutter Priority modes
Icons used in this manual
Icon Function
Additional information
Safety warnings and precautions
Camera buttons. For example, [Shutter] represents the shutter button.
[]
Page number of related information
()
The order of options or menus you must select to perform a step; for example: Select Face Detection Normal (represents Select Face
Detection, and then select Normal).
Annotation
*
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Expressions used in this manual
Pressing the shutter
Half-press [Shutter]: Press the shutter halfway down
Press [Shutter]: Press the shutter all the way down
Half-press [Shutter] Press [Shutter]
Subject, background, and composition
Subject: The main object in a scene, such as a person, animal, or still life
Background: The objects around the subject
Composition: The combination of a subject and background
Background
Subject
Composition
Exposure (Brightness)
T
he amount of light that enters your camera determines the exposure. You can alter the exposure by changing the shutter speed, aperture value, or ISO sensitivity. By altering the exposure, your photos will be darker or lighter.
Normal exposure
S
Overexposure (too bright)
S
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Special features of your camera

Using the DIRECT LINK button
Press the DIRECT LINK button to activate the Wi-Fi function that you have designated.
Setting a DIRECT LINK button option
You can select a Wi-Fi function to launch when you press the DIRECT LINK button.
Access Settings.
1
Access the DIRECT LINK button option.
2
Select a Wi-Fi feature from the list.
3
Reading NFC tag information (Tag & Go)
Install the Samsung SMART CAMERA App on an NFC-enabled device, and then place the device’s NFC antenna near the camera’s NFC tag. The Samsung SMART CAMERA App launches automatically. If the app is not installed, a prompt to install the app will appear.
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Special features of your camera
Using AutoShare
When you capture a photo with your camera, the photo is saved to a smart phone automatically. The camera connects to the smart phone wirelessly.
Install Samsung SMART CAMERA
1
App on the smart phone.
Turn on the AutoShare feature on
2
the camera.
Launch Samsung SMART CAMERA
3
App on the smart phone.
9
Select the camera from the list and
4
connect the smart phone to the camera.
If a pop-up message appears on your camera, allow the smart phone to connect to your camera.
Capture a photo.
5
The captured photo is saved to the camera, and then transferred to the smart phone.
Special features of your camera
Using MobileLink
You can send les easily from your camera to a smart phone. The camera connects wirelessly to smart phones that support the MobileLink feature.
Install Samsung SMART CAMERA
1
App on the smart phone.
Access the MobileLink mode on the
2
camera.
If a pop-up message appears, select an option.
Launch Samsung SMART CAMERA
3
App on the smart phone.
10
Select the camera from the list and
4
connect the smart phone to the camera.
If a pop-up message appears on your camera, allow the smart phone to connect to your camera.
On the smart phone or camera,
5
select les to transfer from the camera.
On the smart phone, touch the copy
6
button or on the camera, select
Send.
Special features of your camera
Using Remote Viewnder
You can remotely control your camera from a smart phone. The camera connects to the smart phone wirelessly. Use the smart phone as a remote shutter release with the Remote Viewnder feature. The captured photo will appear on the smart phone.
Install Samsung SMART CAMERA
1
App on the smart phone.
Access the Remote Viewnder
2
mode on the camera.
Launch Samsung SMART CAMERA
3
App on the smart phone.
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Select the camera from the list and
4
connect the smart phone to the camera.
If a pop-up message appears on your camera, allow the smart phone to connect to your camera.
Touch and hold to focus, and
5
then release it to capture a photo.
Touch the thumbnail to view the
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photo.
Special features of your camera
Shooting samples – Macro
You can capture close up shots of small subjects, such as owers or insects.
The example image may dier from the actual photo that you capture.
Select the macro option ( ).
1
Capture a photo.
2
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Basic troubleshooting

Learn to solve common problems by setting shooting options.
The subject’s eyes appear red.
Photos have dust spots. If dust particles are present in the air, you may capture them in photos when you use the ash.
Photos are blurred. Blurring can occur if you capture photos in low light conditions or hold the camera incorrectly.
Photos are blurred when shooting at night.
Subjects come out too dark because of backlighting.
Red eye occurs when the subject's eyes reect light from the camera ash.
Set the ash option to Red-eye or Red-eye Fix. (p. 69)
If the photo has already been captured, select Red-eye Fix in the edit menu. (p. 102)
Turn o the ash or avoid capturing photos in a dusty place.
Set ISO sensitivity options. (p. 72)
Use the OIS function or half-press [Shutter] to ensure the subject is in focus. (p. 41)
As the camera tries to let in more light, the shutter speed slows. This can make it dicult to hold the camera steady long enough to capture a clear photo and may result in camera shake.
Select Low Light Shot in s Smart Mode. (p. 51)
Turn on the ash. (p. 70)
Set ISO sensitivity options. (p. 72)
Use a tripod to prevent your camera from shaking.
When the light source is behind the subject or when there is a high contrast between light and dark areas, the subject may
oo dark.
appear t
Avoid shooting toward the sun.
Set the ash option to Fill in. (p. 70)
Adjust the exposure. (p. 80)
Set the Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) option. (p. 81)
Set the metering option to Spot if a subject is in the center of the frame. (p. 81)
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Quick reference

Capturing photos of people
s
Smart mode > Beauty Face f 51
i
Best Face mode f 54
Red-eye/Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye)
Face Detection/Self-Portrait f 78
Smile Shot f 79
Capturing photos at night or in the dark
s
Smart mode > Sunset, Silhouette, Fireworks,
Light Trace, Low Light Shot
Flash options f 70
ISO sensitivity (to adjust the sensitivity to light) f 72
Capturing action photos
Shutter Priority mode f 49
s
Smart mode > Action Freeze, Continuous Shot,
Soccer Mode (WB2014F only)
Continuous f 85
Capturing photos of text, insects, or owers
s
Smart mode > Macro f 51
Macro f 73
f
f
51
f
69
51
Adjusting the exposure (brightness)
s
Smart mode > Rich Tone f 51
ISO sensitivity (to adjust the sensitivity to light) f 72
EV (to adjust exposure) f 80
ACB (to compensate for subjects against bright backgrounds)
Metering f 81
AE Bracket (to capture 3 photos of the same scene with dierent exposures)
s
Smart mode > Landscape, Waterfall f 51
s
Smart mode > Panorama f 52
g
Magic Plus mode > My Magic Frame f 55
g
Magic Plus mode > Motion Photo f 57
g
Magic Plus mode > Photo Filter f 58
g
Magic Plus mode > Eect Artist f 60
g
Magic Plus mode > Color Brushf 62
Image Adjust (to adjust Sharpness, Contrast, or Saturation)
81
f
86
f
Capturing photos of scenery
Applying eects to photos
87
f
14
Applying eects to videos
g
Magic Plus mode > Movie Filter f 59
Reducing camera shake
Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) f 40
Transferring and sharing les
Sending photos or videos to a smart phone f 121
Sending photos or videos via email f 131
Using photo or video sharing services f 132
Uploading photos to an online storage or registered devices
134
f
Viewing les as thumbnails f 93 Viewing les by category f 93 Deleting all les on the memory f 95 Viewing les as a slide show f 97 Viewing les on a TV f 104 Connecting your camera to a computer f 105 Adjusting sound and volume f 139 Adjusting the brightness of the display f 140 Changing the display language f 141 Setting the date and time f 141 Before contacting a service center f 154

Contents

Basic functions
................................................................................................................. 19
Unpacking ................................................................................................................... 20
Camera layout ............................................................................................................ 21
Using the DIRECT LINK button ............................................................................. 23
Inserting the battery and memory card .......................................................... 24
Charging the battery and turning on your camera ..................................... 25
Charging the battery ............................................................................................. 25
Turning on your camera ........................................................................................ 25
Performing the initial setup ................................................................................. 26
Learning icons ........................................................................................................... 28
Selecting modes ....................................................................................................... 29
Icons on the Mode screen ..................................................................................... 29
Selecting options or menus .................................................................................. 31
Selecting with buttons .......................................................................................... 31
Selecting by touch ................................................................................................. 32
Using Smart Panel .................................................................................................. 34
Setting the display and sound ............................................................................. 35
Setting the display type ........................................................................................ 35
Setting the sound ................................................................................................... 36
Capturing photos ..................................................................................................... 37
Zooming .................................................................................................................. 38
Reducing camera shake (OIS) ............................................................................... 40
Tips for getting a clearer photo ........................................................................... 41
Extended functions
....................................................................................................... 43
Using the Smart Auto mode ................................................................................. 44
Using the Program mode ...................................................................................... 46
Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual mode ............... 47
Using the Aperture Priority mode ....................................................................... 48
Using the Shutter Priority mode .......................................................................... 49
Using the Manual mode ........................................................................................ 50
Using the Smart mode ............................................................................................ 51
Using the Panorama mode ................................................................................... 52
Using the Best Face mode ..................................................................................... 54
Using the Magic Plus mode .................................................................................. 55
Using the My Magic Frame mode ........................................................................ 55
Using the Motion Photo mode ............................................................................ 57
Using the Photo Filter mode ................................................................................ 58
Using the Movie Filter mode ................................................................................ 59
Using the Eect Artist mode ................................................................................ 60
Using the Color Brush mode ................................................................................ 62
Using the Soccer Frame Mode (WB2014F only) ................................................ 63
Editing a photo ...................................................................................................... 63
Recording a video .................................................................................................... 64
Recording a video with the Smart Scene Detection function ........................ 65
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Contents
Shooting options
............................................................................................................ 66
Selecting a resolution and quality ..................................................................... 67
Selecting a resolution ............................................................................................ 67
Selecting a photo quality ...................................................................................... 68
Shooting in the dark ................................................................................................ 69
Preventing red-eye ................................................................................................. 69
Using the ash ........................................................................................................ 69
Setting a ash option ............................................................................................. 70
Adjusting the ISO sensitivity ................................................................................. 72
Changing the camera’s focus ............................................................................... 73
Using macro ............................................................................................................ 73
Using auto focus ..................................................................................................... 73
Adjusting the focus area ....................................................................................... 75
Adjusting the focus by touch ............................................................................... 75
Using Face Detection .............................................................................................. 78
Detecting faces ....................................................................................................... 78
Capturing a self portrait shot ............................................................................... 78
Capturing a smile shot ........................................................................................... 79
Tips for detecting faces ......................................................................................... 79
Adjusting brightness and color ........................................................................... 80
Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) ............................................................... 80
Compensating for backlighting (ACB) ................................................................ 81
Changing the metering option ............................................................................ 81
Selecting a White Balance setting ....................................................................... 82
Using burst modes ................................................................................................... 85
Capturing continuous photos .............................................................................. 85
Using the timer ....................................................................................................... 86
Capturing bracketed photos ................................................................................ 86
Adjusting images ..................................................................................................... 87
Setting the sound of the zoom ............................................................................ 88
Capturing still images while recording a video ............................................. 89
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Contents
Playback/Editing
............................................................................................................. 90
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode ................................................. 91
Starting Playback mode ........................................................................................ 91
Viewing photos ....................................................................................................... 96
Playing a video ........................................................................................................ 98
Editing a photo .......................................................................................................... 99
Resizing photos ...................................................................................................... 99
Rotating a photo .................................................................................................... 99
Cropping a photo ................................................................................................. 100
Applying Smart Filter eects .............................................................................. 100
Adjusting dark subjects, brightness, contrast, or saturation ......................... 101
Adjusting portrait photos .................................................................................. 102
Editing a video ......................................................................................................... 103
Trimming a video ................................................................................................. 103
Capturing an image from video ......................................................................... 103
Viewing les on a TV ............................................................................................. 104
Transferring les to a computer ........................................................................ 105
Transferring les to your Windows OS computer ........................................... 105
Transferring les to your Mac OS computer .................................................... 106
Using programs on a computer ........................................................................ 108
Installing i-Launcher ............................................................................................ 108
Using i-Launcher .................................................................................................. 109
Wireless network
.......................................................................................................... 114
Connecting to a WLAN and conguring network settings ..................... 115
Connecting to a WLAN ........................................................................................ 115
Using the login browser ...................................................................................... 116
Network connection tips .................................................................................... 117
Entering text .......................................................................................................... 118
Using the NFC Feature (Tag & Go) .................................................................... 119
Using NFC features in Shooting mode ............................................................. 119
Using NFC features in Playback mode(Photo Beam) ...................................... 119
Using NFC features in Wi-Fi mode ..................................................................... 119
Saving les to a smart phone automatically ................................................ 120
Sending photos or videos to a smart phone ................................................ 121
Using a smart phone as a remote shutter release ...................................... 123
Using the Baby Monitor ....................................................................................... 125
Adjusting the noise level for alarm activation ................................................. 126
Using Auto Backup to send photos or videos .............................................. 127
Installing the program for Auto Backup on your PC ....................................... 127
Sending photos or videos to a PC ..................................................................... 127
Sending photos or videos via email ................................................................ 129
Changing email settings ..................................................................................... 129
Sending photos or videos via email .................................................................. 131
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Contents
Using photo or video sharing services ........................................................... 132
Accessing a sharing service ................................................................................ 132
Uploading photos or videos ............................................................................... 132
Using Samsung Link to send les ..................................................................... 134
Uploading photos to an online storage or registered devices ..................... 134
Viewing photos or videos on devices that support Samsung Link .............. 135
Settings
............................................................................................................................. 137
Settings menu ......................................................................................................... 138
Accessing the settings menu ............................................................................. 138
Sound ..................................................................................................................... 139
Display .................................................................................................................... 139
Connectivity .......................................................................................................... 140
General ................................................................................................................... 141
Appendixes
..................................................................................................................... 143
Error messages ........................................................................................................ 144
Camera maintenance ............................................................................................ 145
Cleaning your camera .......................................................................................... 145
Using or storing the camera ............................................................................... 146
About memory cards ........................................................................................... 147
About the battery ................................................................................................. 150
Before contacting a service center ................................................................... 154
Camera specications ........................................................................................... 157
Glossary ..................................................................................................................... 161
Index ........................................................................................................................... 166
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Basic functions

Learn about what is in the product box, the camera’s layout, what the icons mean, and basic shooting functions.
Unpacking
Camera layout
Using the DIRECT LINK button
……………………………………… 20
…………………………………… 21
………………… 23
Inserting the battery and memory card
Charging the battery and turning on your camera
Charging the battery Turning on your camera
Performing the initial setup
Learning icons
Selecting modes
Icons on the Mode screen
……………………………………… 25
…………………………… 25
……………………… 25
…………………… 26
…………………………………… 28
………………………………… 29
……………………… 29
……… 24
Selecting options or menus
Selecting with buttons Selecting by touch Using Smart Panel
…………………… 31
………………………… 31
……………………………… 32
……………………………… 34
Setting the display and sound
Setting the display type Setting the sound
Capturing photos
Zooming Reducing camera shake (OIS)
……………………………………… 38
………………………… 35
……………………………… 36
……………………………… 37
Tips for getting a clearer photo
………………… 35
………………… 40
………………… 41

Unpacking

The following items are included in your product box.
Camera AC adapter/USB cable
Optional accessories
Camera case A/V cable
Rechargeable battery Strap
Quick Start Guide
Basic functions
20
G
Battery charger Memory card/Memory card adapter
The illustrations may dier slightly from the items shipped with your product.
The items included in the box may dier depending on the model.
You can purchase optional accessories at a retailer or a Samsung service center. Samsung is not responsible for any problems caused by using unauthorized accessories.

Camera layout

Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera’s parts and their functions.
Shutter button
Mode dial
(p. 29)
Power button
Internal antenna*
* Avoid contact with the internal
antenna while using a wireless
network.
Battery chamber cover
Insert a memory card and battery.
Speaker
Tripod mount
Microphone
Flash*
* While not in use, keep the ash unit closed to prevent damage.
Forcing the ash unit open may cause damage to your camera.
AF-assist light/Timer lamp
Lens
USB and A/V port
Accept USB cable and A/V cable.
Attaching the strap
x
y
Basic functions
21
Camera layout
Flash pop-up button
DIRECT LINK button
Start a preset Wi-Fi function.
Zoom button
In Shooting mode: Zoom in or out.
In Playback mode: Zoom in on part of a photo or view les as thumbnails, or adjust the volume.
NFC tag
Launch an NFC feature by reading a tag
from an NFC-enabled device. (p. 119)
NFC
Status lamp
Blinking: When the camera is saving a photo or video, being read by a computer, when the image is out of focus, there is a problem charging the battery, or when the camera is connecting to WLAN or sending a photo.
Steady: When the camera is connected to a computer, charging the battery, or when the image is in focus.
Display
Buttons
(p. 23)
Basic functions
22
Camera layout
Buttons
Button Description
Start recording a video.
Access options or menus.
Go back.
D
c
F t
Conrm the highlighted option or menu.
Enter Playback mode.
Open Smart Panel in Shooting mode.
Delete les in Playback mode.
Basic functions Other functions
Change the display option. Move up
Change the macro option. Move down
Change the ash option. Move left
Change the timer and burst options. Move right

Using the DIRECT LINK button

You can turn on the Wi-Fi feature conveniently with [DIRECT LINK]. Press [DIRECT LINK] to activate the Wi-Fi function that you have designated. Press [DIRECT LINK] again to return to the previous mode.
Setting a DIRECT LINK button option
You can select a Wi-Fi function to launch when you press [DIRECT LINK].
Rotate the mode dial to n.
1
Select General DIRECT LINK (Wi-Fi Button).
2
Select a Wi-Fi feature. (p. 142)
3
Basic functions
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Inserting the battery and memory card

Learn how to insert the battery and an optional memory card into the camera.
Removing the battery and memory card
Slide the lock down to release the battery.
Battery lock
Rechargeable battery
Insert a memory card with the gold­colored contacts facing up.
Insert the battery with the Samsung logo facing up.
Basic functions
Push the card gently until it disengages from the camera, and then pull it out of the slot.
Memory card
You can use the internal memory for temporary storage if a memory card is not inserted.
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Charging the battery and turning on your camera

Charging the battery

Before using the camera for the rst time, you must fully charge the battery. Plug the small end of the USB cable into your camera, and then plug the other end of the USB cable into the AC adapter.
Status lamp
Red light on: Charging
Red light o: Fully charged
Red light blinking: Error
Use only the AC adapter and USB cable supplied with your camera. If you use another AC adapter (such as SAC-48), the camera battery may not charge or work properly.

Turning on your camera

Press [X] to turn your camera on or o.
The initial setup screen appears when you turn on the camera for the rst time. (p. 26)
Turning on your camera in Playback mode
Press [P]. The camera turns on and immediately accesses Playback mode.
Basic functions
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Performing the initial setup

When you turn on your camera for the rst time, the initial setup screen appears. Follow the steps below to congure the camera’s basic settings. The language is preset for the country or region where the camera is sold. You can change the language as desired. You can also select an item by touching it on the screen.
Press [c] to select Time Zone, and then press [t] or [o].
1
Press [
2
3
4
D/c
When you travel to another country, select Visit, and then select a new time zone.
Press [
D/c
Time Zone
[GMT +00:00] London
[GMT +01:00] Berlin, Paris, Rome
[GMT +02:00] Athens, Helsinki
[GMT +03:00] Moscow
Back Set
Press [b].
] to select Home, and then press [o].
] to select a time zone, and then press [o].
Press [c] to select Date/Time Set, and then press [t] or [o].
5
Date/Time Set
YearMonth Day Hour
Cancel Set
The screen may dier depending on the language you selected.
Press [F/t] to select an item.
6
Press [
7
D/c
then press [
o
Min
DST
] to set the date, time, and daylight-saving time, and ].
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Performing the initial setup
Press [c] to select Date Type, and then press [t] or [o].
8
Press [
9 10 11 12
D/c
Press [c] to select Time Type, and then press [t] or [o].
Press [
D/c
Press [b] to nish the initial setup.
] to select a date type, and then press [o].
] to select a time type, and then press [o].
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Learning icons

The icons the camera displays on the screen change according to the mode you select or the options you set. If you change a shooting option, the corresponding icon will blink briey in yellow.
1
Shooting information
Icon Description
Shooting mode
Aperture value
Shutter speed
Current recording time/ Available recording time
Exposure value
Current date
Current time
Continuous auto focus activated
Available number of photos
1
2
3
Icon Description
Memory card inserted
: Fully charged
: Partially charged
: Empty (Recharge)
: Charging (Connected with
the charger)
Auto focus frame
Camera shake
Zoom indicator
Photo resolution when the Intelli zoom is on
Zoom ratio
Histogram (p. 35)
2
Shooting option
Icon Description
ISO sensitivity
Flash
Flash intensity adjustment
Photo resolution
Video resolution
Frame rate (per second)
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Icon Description
Sound Alive on
Intelli zoom on
Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
Metering
Burst option
Timer
White balance
White Balance micro adjustment
Image adjustment (sharpness, contrast, and saturation)
Focus area
Focus option
Face detection
3
Shooting option (touch)
Icon Description
AutoShare On
Touch AF option
Shooting options
Open Smart Panel

Selecting modes

My
Ma
Fra
mMo
Filter
Motion
ct
Art
ist
BrushPh
Use the mode dial to select a shooting mode or function. Rotate the mode dial to a desired mode. You can also select an icon on the Mode screen in some modes.
My Magic
Ÿ
For example: When you select My Magic Frame in Magic Plus mode.
The screen may dier depending on the model.
Frame
Eect
Ee Artist
Motion
Photo
Color
Color Brush
Photo
Photo Editor
oto
Filter
Filter
Movie
vie
Filter
No. Description
Current Mode screen
1
Rotate the mode dial to go to another mode screen.
Mode icons
Press [D/c/F/t] to scroll to a desired mode, and then press [o]
2
to access the mode.
Touch an icon to access a mode or function.
1
2

Icons on the Mode screen

Icon Description
T
G
Smart Auto: Capture a photo with a Scene mode selected automatically by the camera. (p. 44)
Program: Capture a photo with settings you have adjusted manually.
p
(p. 46)
Aperture Priority: Set the aperture value manually. The camera automatically selects an appropriate shutter speed. (p. 48)
Shutter Priority: Set the shutter speed manually. The camera automatically selects an appropriate aperture value. (p. 49)
Manual: Adjust both the aperture value and the shutter speed manually. (p. 50)
Smart Mode: Capture a photo with options that are preset for a specic
s
scene. (p. 51)
Best Face: Capture multiple photos and replace faces to create the best
i
possible image. (p. 54)
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