User manual SAMSUNG S85

Instructions Use this camera in the following order. Set up the camera driver 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.94) Getting to Know your camera Thank you for buying a Samsung Digital Camera. åPrior to using this camera, please read the user manual thoroughly. åIf 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. åPlease check that the camera is operating properly prior to when you intend to use it (e.g. for a trip or an important event) to avoid disappointment. Samsung takes no responsibility for any loss or damage that may result from camera malfunction. åKeep this manual in a safe place. åIf 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. åThe contents and illustrations of this manual are subject to change without prior notice for upgrading the camera functions. ÄMicrosoft, Windows and Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. ÄAll brand and product names appearing in this manual are registered trademarks of their respective companies. Take a picture Take a picture. (p.16) Insert the USB cable Insert the supplied USB cable into the PC's USB port and the camera's USB connection terminal. (p.97) Check the camera's power Check the camera's power. If the power is turned off, preset the camera button to turn it on. Check [Removable Disk] Open Windows's EXPLORER and search for [Removable Disk]. (p.97) 1 Danger DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. å Do not attempt to modify this camera in any way. To do so may result in fire, injury, electric shock or severe damage to you or your camera. internal inspection, maintenance and repairs should only be carried out by your dealer or Samsung Camera Service centre. å Please do not use this product in close proximity to flammable or explosive gases, as this could increase the risk of explosion. å 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. å 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. å Do not operate this camera with wet hands. This could pose a risk of electric shock. Warning WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. å 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. å 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. å 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. å Do not leave this camera in places subject to extremely high temperatures, such as a sealed vehicle, direct sunlight or other places of extremes in temperature. Exposure to extreme temperatures may adversely affect the camera's internal components and could cause a fire. å 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. 2 Caution CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in a minor or moderate injury. å Leaking, overheating, or damaged battery could result in fire or injury. - Use battery with the correct specification for the camera. - Do not short circuit, heat or dispose of battery in fire. - Do not insert the battery with the polarities reversed. å Remove the battery when not planning to use the camera for a long period of time. Otherwise the battery may leak corrosive electrolyte and permanently damage the camera's components. å 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. å Do not move the camera while it is switched on, if you are using the AC Charger. After use, always switch off the camera before unplugging the cable from the wall socket. Then make sure that any connector cords or cables to other devices are disconnected before moving the camera. Failure to do so may damage the cords or cables and cause a fire or electric shock. å Take care not to touch the lens or lens cover to avoid taking an unclear image and possibly causing camera malfunction. å Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image. å Credit cards may be demagnetized if left near case. Avoid leaving magnetic strip cards near the case. å Using an AC adapter that doesn't match with the camera specification may cause camera malfunction. We recommend supplied battery or exclusive rechargeable battery. Ä Available AC adapter : Voltage: 3.3V, Amprer: 2.0A, Diameter ( ): 2.35 å After turning on the camera, Check whether the battery type and the camera setting set on the [Setup] > [Battery Type] menu (p. 56) are same or not. Contents READY 007 System chart 008 008 009 010 010 010 011 011 012 013 Identification of features Front & Top Back Bottom / 5 Function button Self-timer lamp Camera Status Lamp Mode icon Connecting to a Power Source Inserting the memory card Instructions on how to use the memory card 07 RECORDING 015 LCD monitor indicator 15 016 016 016 017 017 018 019 019 019 020 020 Starting the recording mode How to use the Auto mode How to use the Program mode How to use the ASR mode How to use the Manual mode How to use the Scene modes How to use the Portrait mode How to use the Night mode How to use the Movie clip mode Recording the movie clip without sound Pausing while recording a movie clip (Successive Recording) 3 Contents 021 022 022 022 022 024 024 026 026 028 030 030 031 032 033 034 034 035 037 038 038 039 039 040 4 Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures Using the camera buttons to set the camera POWER button SHUTTER button ZOOM W / T button Info / Up button Macro / Down button Focus lock Flash / Left button Self-timer / Right button MENU / OK button E (Effect) button E (Effect) button : Colour E (Effect) button : Colour Mask E (Effect) button : Saturation E (Effect) button : FUN Pre-set focus frame Composite shooting Photo Frame Fn button How to use the Fn menu Size Quality / Frame rate Metering 040 042 042 043 Drive mode ISO White balance Exposure compensation SETUP 044 Using the LCD monitor to adjust the 44 044 044 045 045 047 047 048 048 049 049 049 049 049 050 050 050 051 camera settings Recording Sharpness Contrast Auto Focus type Voice Memo Voice Recording Recording the movie clip without voice SCENE mode Sound menu Sound Volume Start up sound Shutter sound Beep Sound AF sound Setup menu Setup menu 1 Contents 051 052 052 052 053 053 053 053 054 054 054 054 055 056 056 056 File name LANGUAGE Setting up the Date / Time / Date type World Time Imprinting the recording date LCD brightness Auto Focus lamp Start up image Setup menu 2 Quick view Auto power off LCD save Selecting Video out type Formatting a memory Initialisation Selecting a battery type 060 060 060 062 062 063 063 063 064 065 065 066 066 067 068 068 068 068 068 068 069 069 070 LCD monitor Indicator Using the camera buttons to set the camera Thumbnail / Enlargement button Info / Up button Play & Pause / Down button Left / Right / Menu / OK button Printer button Delete button E (Effect) button : Resize E (Effect) button : Rotating an image E (Effect) button : Colour E (Effect) button : Special Colour Colour Filter Colour mask E (Effect) button : Image editing Red eye Removal Brightness control Contrast control Saturation control Noise Effect Effect (E button) : FUN Cartoon Preset focus frames 5 PLAY 057 Starting play mode 57 057 057 058 058 059 059 Playing back a still image Playing back a movie clip Movie clip capture function On camera movie trimming Playing back a recorded voice Playing back a voice memo Contents 071 073 074 074 076 076 076 077 077 077 078 078 078 079 079 081 082 083 084 084 085 086 087 089 6 Composite image Photo Frame Sticker Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor Starting the slide show Start the slide show Selecting Images Configure slide show effects Setting play interval Setting Background Music Playback Voice memo Deleting images Protecting images DPOF Copy To Card PictBridge PictBridge : Picture Selection PictBridge : Print Setting PictBridge : Reset Important notes Warning indicator Before contacting a service centre Specifications SOFTWARE 092 Software Notes 92 092 093 094 096 099 100 100 100 101 104 System Requirements About the software Setting up the application software Starting PC mode Removing the removable disk Setting up the USB Driver for MAC Using the USB Driver for MAC Removing the USB Driver for Windows 98SE Samsung Master FAQ System chart Please check that you have the correct contents before using this product. The contents can vary depending on the sales region. To buy the optional equipment, contact your nearest Samsung dealer or Samsung service centre. < Included items > 01 READY Camera case User manual, Product warranty Camera strap Software CD (see p.93) Computer (see p.97) PictBridge compatible printer (see p.82) DPOF compatible printer (see p.79) SD/SDHC memory card / MMC (see p.12) USB cable AV cable Rechargeable battery (SNB-2512) AA Alkaline Batteries AC cord Charger (SBC-N2) External monitor (see p. 55) READY_ 7 Identification of features Front & Top Mode dial Power button Shutter button Speaker Flash Self-timer lamp / AF sensor USB / AV connection terminal Lens/ Lens cover DC input connection port Microphone 8 _READY Identification of features Back Camera status lamp 01 READY Zoom T button (Digital zoom) Zoom W button (Thumbnail) E (Effects) button LCD monitor Strap eyelet Fn / Delete button 5 function button Play mode / Printer button READY_ 9 Identification of features Bottom / 5-function button Tripod socket Battery chamber cover Memory card slot Self-timer lamp Icon Status Blinking Description - For the first 7 seconds, the lamp blinks at 1 second intervals. - For the final 3 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at 0.25-second 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. After pressing the Shutter button, the image is taken in accordance with the subject's movement. ] Battery chamber Blinking Blinking Blinking Camera Status Lamp Status Power on 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) The lamp blinks (LCD monitor turns off) The lamp is off Information / Up button MENU / OK button After taking a picture When the USB cable is inserted to a PC Transmitting Data with a PC When the USB cable is inserted to a printer Flash / Left button Self-timer / Right button When the printer is printing The lamp blinks Macro / Down button Play & Pause button When the AF activates The lamp turns on (The camera focus on the subject) The lamp blinks (The camera doesn't focus on the subject) 10 _READY Identification of features Mode icon Refer to page 16 for more information about the camera mode setting. MODE ICON MODE ICON AUTO PROGRAM ASR MANUAL Connecting to a Power Source We recommend batteries for a digital camera (Within a year from the date of manufacture). The batteries are listed below. - Non rechargeable batteries : 2 X AA Alkaline (High Capacity) - Rechargeable batteries (Optional) : SNB-2512 (Ni-MH) 01 READY S SCENE ³ PORTRAIT , NIGHT MOVIE Ê SNB-2512 rechargeable battery Specification Model Type Capacity Voltage Charging time SNB-2512 Ni-MH 2500mAh 1.2V x 2 Approximately 300 Minutes (Use for SBC-N2) m SCENE l MODE Children ICON MODE ICON MODE ICON Landscape Close-up Text Ä Included battery may vary depending on sales region. n Sunset o Dawn q Backlight p Fireworks s Beach & Snow r Self-shot t Food u Cafe v ,, ... ^ Important information about battery usage. å When the camera is not used, turn off the camera power. å Please remove the battery if the camera will not be used for long periods. Batteries can lose power over time and are prone to leaking if kept inside the camera. å Low temperatures (below 0°C) can affect the performance of the battery and you may experience reduced battery life. å Batteries will usually recover at normal temperatures. å During extended use of the camera, the camera body may become warm. This is perfectly normal. READY_ 11 Connecting to a Power Source Ê Insert the battery as shown - If the camera does not turn on after you have inserted battery, please check whether the battery (+ / -). - 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. Ê There are 4 indicators for battery condition that are displayed on the LCD monitor. Battery indicator Battery status Inserting the memory card Ê 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 front of the camera (Lens) and the card pins toward the back of the camera (LCD monitor). - Do not insert the memory card the wrong way round. Doing so may damage the memory card slot. i The battery is fully charged h g f Low battery ca- Low battery capacity (Prepare pacity (Prepare Battery empty. to recharge or to recharge or (Recharge or use use spare bat- use spare batspare battery) tery) tery) 12 _READY Instructions on how to use the memory card å Be sure to format the memory card (see p.56) if you are using a newly purchased memory card for the first time, if it contains data that the camera cannot recognise, or if it contains images captured with a different camera. å Turn off the camera power whenever the memory card is being inserted or removed. å 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. å The memory card is an electronic precision device. Do not bend, drop or subject the memory card to any heavy impact. å Do not store the memory card in an environment with strong electronic or magnetic fields, e.g. near loud speakers or TV receivers. å Please do not use or store in an environment where there are extremes in temperature. å 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. å Please keep the memory card in its case when not in use. å During and after periods of extended use, you may notice that the memory card is warm. This is perfectly normal. å 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. å Do not use a memory card formatted by another digital camera or memory card reader. å 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. å Samsung cannot be held responsible for lost data. å It is advisable to copy important data onto other media as back-up e.g. floppy disks, hard disks, CD etc. å 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. å Don't remove the memory card when the camera status lamp is blinking as this may cause damage to data in the memory card. 01 READY READY_ 13 Instructions on how to use the memory card The camera can use SD/ SDHC Memory Cards and MMC (Multi Media Cards). Card pins When using a 256MB MMC memory, the specified shooting capacity will be as follows. These figures are approximate as image capacities can be affected by variables such as subject matter and memory card type. Recorded image Super Fine size Fine 103 115 134 158 265 663 Normal 180 206 233 271 425 742 30FPS About 3'36" 15FPS About 7'2" Write protect switch Still image Y ¬ [SD (Secure Digital) memory card] 57 68 84 93 172 558 - Label *Movie clip ì å 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. å Slide the switch to the top of the SD memory card before taking a picture. About 13'18" About 25'38" å The recording times can be changed by the zoom operation. å The zoom button doesn't function during the movie recording. 14 _READY LCD monitor indicator Ê The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting functions and selections. No. 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 [Image & Full Status] No. 1 Description Recording mode Memory card icon / Internal memory icon Number of available shots remaining Remaining time 4 Voice Memo Icons Page p.11 16 17 18 19 20 2 3 Description Optical / Digital Zoom bar / Digital Zoom rate Battery Image Size Image Quality / Frame Rate Metering Drive mode ISO White Balance Exposure compensation Date / Time Camera shake Warning Auto Focus Frame Sharpness / Without Sound Contrast Macro Self-timer Flash Face Recognition Aperture Value / Shutter Speed Color / Saturation F2.8, 1/30 /Ç 2007/08/01 01:00 PM Icons Page p.22 p.12 p.39 p.39 p.40 p.40 p.42 p.42 p.43 p.52 p.21 p.45 p.44/48 p.45 p.24 p.28 p.26 p.46 p.17 p.31/33 02 RECORDING Ö/× 6 00:00:00 p.14 p.14 p.47 21 22 23 24 Ï RECORDING_ 15 Starting the recording mode How to use the Auto mode ( ) Select this mode for quick and easy picture taking with minimal user interaction. 1. Insert the batteries (p.12). Insert the batteries taking note of the polarity (+ / -). 2. Insert the memory card (p.12). As this camera has a 19MB internal memory, you do not need to insert the memory card. If the memory card is not inserted, an image will be stored in the internal memory. If the memory card is inserted, an image will be stored on the memory card. 3. Close the battery chamber cover. 4. Press the power button to turn on the camera. (If the date/time that is displayed on the LCD monitor is incorrect, reset the date/time before taking a picture.) 5. Select the AUTO mode by rotating the mode dial. 6. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using the LCD monitor. 7. Press the shutter button to capture an image. If the auto focus frame turns to red when you press the shutter button down half way, it means that the camera cannot focus on the subject. Should this be the case, the camera is unable to capture an image clearly. How to use the Program mode ( ¶ ) Selecting the automatic mode will configure the camera with optimal settings. You can still manually configure all functions except the aperture value and shutter speed. 1. Select the PROGRAM mode by rotating the mode dial. 2. Press the Fn button to configure advanced functions such as Image Size (p.39), Quality (p.39), Metering (p.40), Drive mode (p.40), ISO (p.42), White Balance (p.42) and Exposure Value(p.43). 16 _RECORDING Starting the recording mode How to use the ASR mode ( · ) Advanced Shake Reduction (ASR) mode. This mode will reduce the effect of camera shake and help you get a wellexposed image in dim conditions. Ê Things to watch out for using the ASR mode 1. The digital zoom will not operate in the ASR mode. 2. If the lighting condition is brighter than fluorescent lighting conditions, the ASR will not activate. 3. If the lighting condition is darker than in fluorescent lighting conditions, camera shake warning indicator ( à ) will display. For best results only take pictures in situations where the camera shake warning indicator ( à ) 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 ASR uses the camera's digital signal processor, it may take a little longer for the camera to process and save the images. How to use the Manual mode ( ¸ ) You can manually configure all functions aperture value and shutter speed. 1. Select the MANUAL mode by rotating the mode dial. 2. Press the Fn button and menu for the shutter speed and aperture value will display. Up / Down button : changes aperture value Left / Right button : changes shutter speed. 3. Press the Fn button twice and take an image. 02 RECORDING RECORDING_ 17 Starting the recording mode How to use the Scene modes ( Ç ) Use the menu to easily configure optimal settings for a variety of shooting situations. 1. Select the Scene mode by rotating the Mode dial. (p.48) 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. Ê The scene modes are listed below. [Children] ( n ) : To take a picture of fast moving objects, for example, children. [Landscape] [Close Up] ( o ) : To take pictures of distant scenery. ( q ) : Close-up shooting for small objects such as plants and insects. [Text] [Sunset] [Dawn] [Backlight] [Firework] [Beach & Snow] ( p ) : Use this mode to shoot a document. ( s ) : For taking pictures of sunsets. ( r ) : Daybreak scenes. ( t ) : Portrait without shadows caused by backlight. ( u ) : Firework scenes. ( v ) : For ocean, lake, beach and snowscape scenes. [Self Shot] ( ,, ) : Use when the photographer would also like to appear in the image. [Food] [Cafe] ( ... ) : For taking delicious looking food. ( ^ ) : For taking pictures in cafes and restaurants. 18 _RECORDING Starting the recording mode How to use the Portrait mode ( È ) Please select this mode for quick and easy picture with people's face. Select Face mode using mode dial. How to use the Movie clip mode ( ´ ) A movie clip can be recorded for as long as the available recording time of the memory capacity allows. 1. Select the Movie clip mode by rotating the Mode dial. ( The Movie clip mode icon and available recording time will display on the LCD monitor.). 2. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using the LCD monitor. 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. Ä Image size and type are listed below. - Image size : 640x480, 320x240 (Selectable) - Movie clip file type : AVI (MJPEG) - Frame Rate : 30FPS, 15FPS (Selectable) 02 RECORDING How to use the Night mode ( É ) This mode helps to get a well-exposed pictures in the night time and darkness. Select Night mode using mode dial. RECORDING_ 19 Starting the recording 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. Ê Using Successive Recording Steps from 1-2 are the same as those for MOVIE CLIP mode. 3. Press the shutter button and movie clips are recorded for as long as the available recordRecord SH Stop ing time. Movie clips will still be recorded if the shutter button is released. 4. Press the Pause button ( Ø ) to pause recording. 5. Press the Pause button ( Ø ) again to resume the recording. 6. If you wish to stop recording, press the shutter button again. 20 _RECORDING Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures å 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. å 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. 02 RECORDING [Lightly press the shutter button] [Press the shutter button] å The available memory capacity may vary depending on shooting conditions and camera settings. å When the Flash Off or Slow synchro mode is selected in a low lighting condition, the camera shake warning indicator ( à ) 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. å Shooting against the light : Please do not take pictures against the sun. Doing so may make the picture dark. To take a picture against the light, please use the [BACKLIGHT] in the scene shooting mode (see page 18), fill-in flash (see page 26), spot metering (see page 40), or exposure compensation (see page 43). å Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image. å Compose the image by using the LCD monitor. RECORDING_ 21 Using the camera buttons to set the camera The recording mode function can be set up by using the camera buttons. ZOOM W / T button If the menu is not displayed, this button works as the OPTICAL ZOOM or DIGITAL ZOOM button. This camera has a 5X optical zoom and a 5X digital zoom function. Using both will offer a total zoom ratio of 25X. Ê TELE Zoom Optical zoom TELE POWER button Used for turning the camera's power on / off. If there is no operation during the specified time, the camera's power will be turned off automatically to save battery life. Refer to page 54 for more information about the auto power off function. Digital zoom TELE SHUTTER button Used for taking an image or recording voice in the RECORDING mode. å 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. å 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. [WIDE zoom] : Pressing the ZOOM T button. This will zoom into the subject i.e. the subject will appear nearer. : When the maximum (5X) 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. Pressing the ZOOM T button Pressing the ZOOM T button [TELE zoom] [Digital zoom 5.0X] 22 _RECORDING ZOOM W / T button Ê WIDE Zoom Optical zoom WIDE å Images taken using the digital zoom may take a little longer for the : 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. camera to process. Allow time for this to take place. å The digital zoom cannot be used in movie clip shots. å You may notice a decrease in image quality when using the digital zoom. å 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. å The digital zoom can't be activated in some Scene modes (Children, Text, Close-up, Fireworks, Self-Shot, Food), Night mode, Motion Capture mode, ASR mode, movie clip mode and Face recognition. å Take care not to press the lens as this may cause a camera malfunction. 02 RECORDING Pressing the ZOOM W button Pressing the ZOOM W button [TELE zoom] [Optical zoom 2X] [WIDE zoom] Digital zoom WIDE Optical zoom Digital zoom : 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. Pressing the ZOOM W button Pressing the ZOOM W button [Digital zoom 5.0X] [TELE zoom] [WIDE zoom] RECORDING_ 23 Info ( î ) / 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 image information. Macro ( e ) / 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 appears on the LCD monitor. Info ( î ) button [Auto Focus] [Macro ( e )] [Auto Macro ( d )] [Super Macro ( )] 24 _RECORDING Macro ( e ) / Down button Ê Types of focus mode and focus range (W : Wide, T : Tele) Mode Focus Type Focus range Mode Focus Type Focus range Mode Focus Type Focus range Super macro ( ) W:1~5 (Wide only) Auto macro ( d ) W : 5 ~ Infinity T : 50 ~ Infinity Program ( ) macro ( e ) W : 5 ~ 80 T : 50 ~ 80 ASR Mode ( , ) Auto macro ( d ) W : 5 ~ 80 T : 50 ~ 80 Normal W : 80 ~ Infinity T : 80 ~ Infinity Normal W : 80 ~ Infinity T : 80 ~ Infinity Auto ( S ) Normal W : 80 ~ Infinity T : 80 ~ Infinity (Unit: cm) Ê Available focusing method, by recording mode ( o : Selectable, ä : Infinity focus range) Mode Auto macro o o o o o o Super macro Macro Normal o S , m l Mode 02 RECORDING o o o o o o SCENE Auto macro Super macro Macro o Normal o ä å When the macro mode is selected, be particularly careful to avoid camera shake. å When you take a picture within 40cm (Wide zoom) or 50cm (Tele zoom) in the Macro mode, select the FLASH OFF mode. å When you take a picture within the 10cm Super macro range, the auto-focus on the camera will take longer to set the correct focus distance. n o q p s r t u v ,, ... ^ o o ä ä o ä o o o o RECORDING_ 25 Focus lock To focus on a subject not positioned in the centre of the picture, use the focus lock function. Ê 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. Flash ( a ) / Left button 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 Auto flash] Ê Selecting the flash mode 1. Press the Mode button to select a RECORDING mode with the exception of the Movie clip mode or the ASR mode. 2. Press the Flash button until the desired flash mode indicator is displayed on the LCD monitor. 3. A flash mode indicator will be displayed on the LCD monitor. Use the correct flash to suit the environment. Ê Flash range Normal ISO Macro WIDE TELE (Unit: m) Auto macro WIDE TELE 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. WIDE AUTO TELE 0.8 ~ 3.0 0.8 ~ 2.5 0.4 ~ 0.8 0.5 ~ 0.8 0.4 ~ 3.0 0.5 ~ 2.5 Ä When the Super Macro is selected, flash is fixed as the Flash Off mode. 26 _RECORDING Flash ( a ) / Left button å If you press the shutter button after selecting the Auto, Fill-in, Slow synchro flash, the first flash fires to check the shooting condition (Flash range and Power ratio of flash). Do not move the camera until the second flash fires. å Using the flash frequently will reduce the life of the battery. å Under normal operating conditions the re-charging time for the flash is usually within 5 seconds. If the battery is weak, the charging time will be longer. å In the ASR mode, [Landscape], [Close up], [Text], [Sunset], [Dawn], [Firework], [Self Shot], [Food], [Cafe] scene modes and the Movie clip mode, the flash function will not operate. å Take photographs within the flash range. å The image quality is not guaranteed if the subject is too close or highly reflective. å When taking an image in poorly lit conditions with the flash, there may be a white speck in the captured image. The speck is caused by the flash light reflecting off atmospheric dust. Ê Flash mode indicator Icon Flash mode Auto flash Description 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 redeye reduction function. The flash fires regardless of the available light. The intensity of the flash will be automatically controlled to suit the prevailing conditions. The flash operates with a slow shutter speed to obtain a balanced correct exposure. In poor lighting conditions the camera shake warning indicator ( à ) will display on the LCD monitor. 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 ( à ) will appear on the LCD monitor. When a shot with "red eye" is detected, this mode will reduce the red-eye effect automatically. ^ ] 02 RECORDING Auto & Red eye reduction a Fill in flash ª Slow synchro OE Flash off ! Red-eye reduction RECORDING_ 27 Flash ( a ) / Left button Ê Available flash mode, by recording mode Mode Self-timer ( ) / Right button ( o : Selectable) ^ o o ] o o a o o ª o OE o o o o o ! o o S , m l Mode 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. o o SCENE o o å If you operate the Self-timer button during the self-timer operation, the self-timer function is cancelled. o o å Use a tripod to prevent the camera from shaking. å In Movie Clip mode, only the 10SEC self-timer will work. ^ ] o a ª OE o o o o o o ! o n o q p s r t u v ,, ... ^ o o o o o o 28 _RECORDING Self-timer ( ) / Right button Ê Selecting the self-timer 1. Rotate the Mode dial to select a RECORDING mode with the exception of VOICE RECORDING mode. 2. Press the SELF-TIMER ( ) button until the desired mode indicator displays on the LCD monitor. A 10 second, 2 second, Double selftimer or Motion timer icon appears on the LCD monitor. 3. When you press the SHUTTER button, the picture will be taken after the specified time has elapsed. [Selecting the 10 SEC self-timer] Ê Motion Timer Motion Icon & Self-timer lamp Pressing the Shuter button after Blink (0.5 second interval) setting the Motion Timer 02 RECORDING Detecting the subject's movement No movement is detected Blink (0.25 second interval) Turn on and the image is taken after 2 seconds Ê The Motion Timer flows are as followings. (Night mode or Fireworks mode excluded) Selecting the Motion Timer à Pressing the Shutter button à Confirming the composition (Within 6 sec.)*1 à Starting the detection (Swing your hands fully)*2 à Stopping the detection (Do not move) à Taking an image (after 2 sec.) *1: The camera detects the subject's movement 6 seconds after pressing the Shtter button, so confirm the composition within 6 seconds. *2: Move your body or hands fully. Ê Self-timer mode indecator Icon Mode 10SEC self-timer 2SEC self-timer Double self-timer Description Pressing the shutter button will allow an interval of 10 seconds before the image is taken. Pressing the shutter button will allow an interval of 2 seconds before the image is taken. 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 selftimer may be delayed for longer than 2 seconds depending on the flash charging time. The camera detects the subject's movement 6 seconds after pressing the Shutter button, and the picture is taken when the movement is stopped. In the following cases, the Motion Timer may not operate. ] å The focus distance is over 3m. å The exposure is too bright or dark å In backlight conditions. å The movement is insignificant å The movement is detected out of the center part (50%) of the sensor where the movement is recognized. The detection range of Motion Timer Motion Timer RECORDING_ 29 MENU / OK button Ê 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 following are selected : MOVIE CLIP and STILL IMAGE mode. There is no menu available when the VOICE RECORDING mode is selected. E (Effect) button It is possible to add special effects to your images by using this button. Ê Still image mode : You can select the colour, special colour, image editing and Fun menu. In the Auto mode, you can select the [COLOR] menu only. Ê Movie clip mode : You can select the colour menu. Ê Available Effects, by recording mode ( o : Selectable) Smnoq,,...^ RECORDING Sharpness Contrast Auto Focus Voice Memo Normal Normal Center AF Off [Pressing the MENU button] [Menu off] Voice Record Move MENU Exit æ « Æ ë o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o [Menu on] å This button will not operate in ASR, Voice recording mode and some scene modes (Night, Text, Sunset, Dawn, Backlight, Fireworks, Beach&Snow). å Even if the camera is turned off, the effect setting will be preserved. To cancel the special effect, select ( ä ) sub menu in the Colour menu and select the ( å ) sub menu in the rest effect menus. å If the image size is ( ¬ ) or , ( ) the FUN menu can't be selected. Ê 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. 30 _RECORDING E (Effect) button : Colour By using the camera's digital processor, it is possible to add special effects to your images Ê Press the E button in an available recording mode. (p.30) Ê Custom colour : You can change the R (Red), G (Green) and B (Blue) values of the image. Custom Color 02 RECORDING COLOR COLOR Move OK Set - Up/Down button : Selects R, G, B - Left/Right button : Changes the values Move E Exit Move E Exit Custom Color [Still image mode] [Movie clip mode] Move OK Set 1. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the Up/Down button and press the OK button. Icon Description 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. Ä In the Auto mode, the Custom Color can't be selected. ä Û Ü Þ ß Ý ¼ 2. Press the shutter button to capture an image. RECORDING_ 31 E (Effect) button : Colour Mask With this menu, you can select a part you want to highlight. The rest of the image will be black and white. Ê Press the E button in an available recording mode. (p.30) Color Mask Press the OK button and the Mask mark will be displayed on the LCD monitor. OK Set E Back SH Capture Fn Edit Press the Fn button. You can change the size and locaton of the mask. Move SH Capture TW Size Zoom W / T button : Changing the Mak size Move SH Capture TW Size Press the Shutter button the mask added image is taken. [Final image] Press the Fn button. SH Capture Fn Edit Up/Down/Left/Right button: Moving the mask [Mask added image] Move SH Capture TW Size 32 _RECORDING E (Effect) button : Saturation You can change the saturation of the image. Ê Press the E button in an available recording mode. (p.30) IMAGE ADJUST Saturation 02 RECORDING Move E Exit Select Saturation menu ( ) and a bar for changing the saturation will be displayed. Change the saturation by pressing the Left/Right button. Move OK Set Bar for changing the saturation Saturation Move OK Set + direction: High saturation (The colour will be intense) - direction: Low saturation (The colour will be subtle) Press the Shutter button to take a picture. Press the OK button and the saturation of image will be changed. [Final Image] RECORDING_ 33