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Samsung AQ100 User Manual

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  • Page 2: Getting To Know Your Camera

    Please check that the camera is operating properly before 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.
  • Page 3 fi re, 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 center. Please do not use this product in close proximity to fl ammable or explosive gases, as this could increase the risk of explosion.
  • Page 4 Caution CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in a minor or moderate injury. Leaking, overheating, or damaged battery could result in fi re or injury. - Only use battery with the correct specifi cations for the camera. - Do not short circuit, heat or dispose of battery in fi...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents System chart READY Package Contents Sold Separately Identifi cation 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 Waterproof management When using the camera for the fi...
  • Page 6 Contents Face Tone Face Retouch Auto Focus type Metering Photo Style Selector Smart Filter Image Adjust Drive mode Movie Clip frame stabiliser Smart Scene Detection Voice Memo Voice Recording Recording a movie clip without voice Setting movie recording Sound menu SETUP Sound Volume...
  • Page 7 Contents LCD screen Indicator Using the camera buttons to set the camera Play mode button Thumbnail / Enlargement button Smart Album Info (DISP) / Up button Play & Pause / OK button Left / Right / Down / MENU button Delete button Setting the playback functions using the LCD Screen...

  • Page 8: Package Contents

    Please make sure your package contains the contents listed below before using this product. The contents can vary depending on the sales region. To buy the optional equipment listed under Sold Separately, contact your nearest Samsung dealer or Samsung service center. The appearance of the parts and accessories in your package may differ from the illustrations below.

  • Page 9: Identifi Cation Of Features

    Identifi cation of features Front & Top Shutter button USB / AV / DC terminal Strap eyelet Flash POWER button Speaker Lens Self-timer lamp / AF Lamp Microphone...

  • Page 10: Back

    Identifi cation of features Back LCD Screen Camera status lamp Zoom button MENU button Play mode button MODE button 5 function button Fn / Delete button...

  • Page 11: Bottom

    Identifi cation of features Bottom Battery chamber Battery holder Memory card slot Tripod socket To open the battery chamber cover, slide it in the direction shown above. 5 Function button Flash / Left button Battery chamber cover Information / Up button OK / Play &...

  • Page 12: Self-Timer Lamp

    Identifi cation of features Self-timer lamp Icon Status Description - For the fi rst 8 seconds, the lamp blinks at 1 second intervals. Blinking - For the fi nal 2 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at 0.25-second intervals. For the 2 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at Blinking 0.25-second intervals.

  • Page 13: Connecting To A Power Source

    Movie Approx. 70 MIN 640x480 image size 30 fps frame rate These fi gures are measured under Samsung’s standard conditions and shooting conditions and may vary depending on the user’s methods. Important information about battery usage. When camera is not in use, turn off the power.
  • Page 14 Connecting to a Power Source Important information about USB cable usage. Use a USB cable with the correct specifi cation. Do not connect the camera to a PC through a USB hub. Connect the camera directly to the PC. Do not connect the camera and other devices to a PC at the same time.
  • Page 15 Connecting to a Power Source When using the battery, please follow these guidelines. Failure to do so may cause heat, fire, or explosion. If you fi nd the battery is bulging or distorted, contact a service center. It may present a physical danger. Use only the recommended battery charger.

  • Page 16: Inserting The Memory Card

    Connecting to a Power Source Insert the battery as shown - If the camera does not turn on after you have inserted battery, please check whether the battery (+ / -) direction is right. - When opening the battery chamber cover, do not use excessive force.

  • Page 17: Instructions On How To Use The Memory Card

    Should this be the case, you will need to purchase a new memory card. Wear and tear on the memory card is not covered by the Samsung warranty. The memory card is an electronic precision device. Do not bend, drop or subject the memory card to any heavy impact.
  • Page 18 Instructions on how to use the memory card The camera can use SD/SDHC Memory Cards. Card pins Write protect switch Label [SD (Secure Digital) memory card] The SD/SDHC memory card has a write protect switch that prevents image fi les from being deleted or formatted. When you slide the switch towards the bottom of the SD/SDHC memory card, the data is protected.

  • Page 19: Waterproof Management

    Waterproof management You can use this camera underwater to a maximum depth of 9.8 feet (3m) in an ocean, lake, or similar underwater environment for one hour. To ensure the camera operates properly underwater, you must practice the correct waterproof management before and after using the camera, as follows.
  • Page 20 - Do not use any chemicals to clean, to prevent rust, or to repair the camera. The waterproof function may be damaged. - Replace waterproof components once a year to maintain waterproof performance, since they are consumable parts. Contact your nearest Samsung service center for the replacement of waterproof components.

  • Page 21: When Using The Camera For The Fi Rst Time

    When using the camera for the fi rst time Charge the rechargeable battery fully before using the camera for the fi rst time. When the camera is turned on for the fi rst time, a menu will be displayed on the LCD screen to set date, time, time zone and language.

  • Page 22: Lcd Screen Indicator

    LCD screen indicator The LCD screen displays information about the shooting functions and selections. [Image & Full Status] Description Recording mode Voice Memo Number of available shots remaining Remaining time Memory card icon / Internal memory icon Photo Size / Movie Size Image Quality / Frame Rate Optical / Digital Zoom bar / 15 Camera shake Warning...

  • Page 23: How To Use The Menu

    How to use the menu 1. Turn on the camera, and then the MENU button. A menu for each camera mode appears. 2. Use the up or down button to navigate through the menus. Shooting 3. Use the left or right button to select a sub menu. Volume Shooting Start Sound...

  • Page 24: Starting The Recording Mode

    Starting the recording mode Selecting modes You can select the shooting modes by using the MODE button on the back of your camera. How to use the MODE button 1. Press the MODE button. A menu appears. 2. Select a desired mode by pressing the Up / Down button, and then press the OK button.

  • Page 25: How To Use The Program Mode

    Starting the recording mode If the camera does not recognize a proper scene mode, the default settings are used. Even if there is a face detected, the camera may not select a portrait mode depending on the subject’s position or lighting. The camera may not select the correct scene depending on shooting conditions, such as camera shake, lighting, and distance to the subject.

  • Page 26: How To Use The Scene Modes

    Starting the recording mode How to use the Scene modes ( Using Scene modes, you can easily confi gure the camera so that it automatically uses the optimal settings for a given shooting situation. 1. Select Scene mode by using the MODE button.
  • Page 27 Starting the recording mode How to use the [Frame Guide] mode Set [Frame Guide] mode when you want someone else to take a picture for you from the angle you choose. 1. Take a picture from the angle you choose. - A guide appears round the sides of the picture.

  • Page 28: How To Use The Movie Clip Mode

    Starting the recording mode How to use the Movie clip mode ( You can record a movie clip for as long as there is recording time available in the camera’s memory. 1. Select the Movie mode by using the MODE button. (The camera displays the Movie Clip icon and the available recording time on the LCD screen.) 2.

  • Page 29: Recording Hd (High Defi Nition) Movie Clips

    Starting the recording mode Recording HD (High Defi nition) movie clips You can record HD (High Defi nition) movie clips (1280x720HQ, 30 fps) using H.264 (MPEG4.AVC) video compression. H.264 (MPEG4.AVC) is the standard for digital video codecs. It supports high quality video in small size fi...

  • Page 30: Things To Watch Out For When Taking Pictures

    Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures Pressing the shutter button down half way. Lightly press the shutter button to confi rm focus and fl ash battery charge. Press the shutter button all way down to take the picture. [Lightly press the shutter button] The available memory capacity may vary depending on shooting conditions and camera settings.

  • Page 31: Using The Camera Buttons To Set The Camera

    Using the camera buttons to set the camera You can set the recording mode function can be set up by using the camera buttons. POWER button Used for turning the camera’s power on / off. If there is no operation during a specifi...

  • Page 32: Zoom Button

    Zoom button When 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. TELE Zoom Optical zoom TELE : Press the ZOOM T button to zoom into...

  • Page 33: Info (Disp) / Up Button

    Zoom button Images taken using the digital zoom may take a little longer for the camera to process. Allow time for this to take place. You may notice a decrease in image quality when using the digital zoom. You can’t activate the digital zoom in the [Movie] and some Scene modes.

  • Page 34: Macro / Down Button

    Macro ( ) / Down button While the menu is showing, the Down button operates as a direction button. 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 screen.

  • Page 35: Focus Lock

    Macro ( ) / Down button Focusing methods you can select, by recording mode ( o : Selectable, Mode Auto Macro Macro SCENE Mode Auto Macro Macro Focus lock To focus on a subject not positioned in the center of the picture, use the focus lock function.

  • Page 36: Flash / Left Button

    Flash ( ) / Left button When the menu is displayed on the LCD screen, pressing the Left button makes the cursor shift to the left tab. When the menu is not displayed on the LCD screen, the Left button operates as the Flash ( ) button.
  • Page 37 Flash ( ) / Left button Flash mode indicator Icon Flash mode If the subject or background is dark, the Auto fl ash camera fl ash will operate automatically. If a subject or background is dark, the Auto & Red eye camera fl...

  • Page 38: Self-Timer / Right Button

    Self-timer ( ) / Right button When the menu is displayed on the LCD screen, pressing the Right button makes the cursor shift to the right tab. When the menu is not displayed on the LCD screen, the Right button operates as the Self-timer ( ) button.

  • Page 39: Menu Button

    MENU button - When you press the MENU button, a menu related to each of the camera’s major functional areas is displayed on the LCD screen. Pressing it again returns the LCD to the initial display. - The menu screen is available in the [Smart Auto], [Program], [Scene], [Movie] and [Smart Movie] modes, but it is not available if you select the voice recording function.

  • Page 40: How To Enable Functions Using The Menu Button

    Shooting ( Available When Camera Mode Sub-Menu Drive Stabilizer (Shooting) Smart Scene Detection Voice Long Time Shutter How to Enable Functions Using the MENU Button 1. Press the MENU button in an available mode. 2. Press the Up / Down button to select the [Shooting] menu and press the Right/OK button.

  • Page 41: Quality / Frame Rate (Image Resolution)

    Shooting ( Photo Size / Movie Size (Image Resolution) You can select the photo size / movie size appropriate for your application. Still image mode Icon 4000X 3984X 3968X 3264X Size 3000 2656 2232 2448 Movie clip mode Icon Size 1280X720HQ 640X480 Photo Size...

  • Page 42: Exposure Compensation

    Shooting ( Exposure compensation This camera automatically adjusts the exposure according to the ambient lighting conditions. You can also select the exposure value by using the [EV] menu. Compensating Exposure 1. Click the Up/Down button from the Shooting menu to select [EV] ( 2.

  • Page 43: White Balance

    Shooting ( White balance The white balance control allows you to adjust the colors to appear more natural. Mode Icon The camera automatically selects the Auto WB appropriate white balance settings, depending on the prevailing lighting conditions. Daylight For taking images outside. For taking images under a cloudy and Cloudy overcast sky.

  • Page 44: Face Detection

    Shooting ( Face Detection If you use face detection options, your camera can detect a human face. When focusing on a human face, the brightness of the face is also adjusted. You can also capture natural facial expressions by using self portrait, smile shot or blink detection.
  • Page 45 Shooting ( Self Portrait When taking pictures of yourself, the area of your face is automatically detected so that you can take self portraits easily and quickly. Selectable modes: Program, Beauty Shot, Portrait, Children, Beach & Snow 1. For self-fi lming, point the camera lens towards your face.
  • Page 46 Shooting ( Smart Face Recognition Selectable modes: Program, Beauty Shot, Portrait, Children, Beach & Snow The camera automatically registers faces that you frequently photograph. This feature will automatically prioritize the focus on those faces and favorite faces. This feature is available only when you use a memory card.

  • Page 47: Smart Fr Edit

    Shooting ( Smart FR Edit You can register frequently shot faces or edit the registered face list prior to shooting. This feature is available only when you use a memory card. My Star You can register your favorite faces to prioritize the focus and exposure on those faces.

  • Page 48: Face Tone

    Shooting ( Face Tone This menu lets you to control the skin tone in images in beauty shot mode. The higher the level you select, the brighter the skin tone. 1. Select [Face Tone] by pressing the Up/Down button. 2. Select a desired face tone by pressing the Left / Right button, and then press the OK button.

  • Page 49: Metering

    Shooting ( Metering If you cannot obtain suitable exposure conditions, you can change the metering method to take brighter pictures. [Multi] ( ) : Exposure is calculated based on an average of the available light in the image area. However, the calculation is biased towards the center of the image area.

  • Page 50: Smart Filter

    Shooting ( Custom RGB : You can change the R (Red), G (Green) and B (Blue) values of the image. - Up/Down button : Selects R, G, B - Left/Right button : Changes the values When you select any Photo style, Face detection is not available. When you select Photo Style Selector, the Image Adjust function is not available.

  • Page 51: Image Adjust

    Shooting ( Image Adjust Contrast You can change the contrast of the image. 1. Select [Contrast] by pressing the Up/Down button. 2. Change the contrast by pressing the Left/Right button. 3. Press the Shutter button to capture an image. Sharpness You can adjust the sharpness of the picture you are about to take.

  • Page 52: Acb

    Shooting ( The ACB function adjusts the contrast automatically when there are big differences in brightness between objects in the photo frame or between your subject and the surrounding environment. This lets you photograph subjects clearly. - [ACB] Sub menus: [Off], [On]. When you are using the [Program] mode, the ACB function will operate.

  • Page 53: Dis

    Shooting ( Digital Image Stabilization (DIS) This function helps minimize camera shake when capturing a still image. [Off] ( ) : Disables the DIS function when capturing a still image. [On] ( ) : Enables the DIS function when capturing a still image. Things to watch out for using the DIS function The digital zoom will not operate in the DIS function.

  • Page 54: Voice Memo

    Shooting ( Voice Memo You can add your voice-over to a stored still image. (Max. 10 sec.) - Select Voice Memo in the menu. When the Voice Memo indicator is displayed on the LCD screen, the Voice Memo function is ready. - Press the shutter button and take a picture.

  • Page 55: Recording A Movie Clip Without Voice

    Shooting ( Pausing while recording a voice Using this function, you can record your favorite voice clips into a voice recording fi le without having to create multiple voice recording fi les. 1. Press the OK button to pause recording. 2.

  • Page 56: Sound

    Sound menu In this mode, you can set up sound settings. You can use the setup menu in all camera modes, except the Voice Recording mode. The items indicated by * are default settings. Menus are subject to change without prior notice. Sound ( Volume You can select the loudness of the start up sound, shutter sound,...

  • Page 57: Af Sound

    Sound ( AF sound If you set the AF (Automatic Focus) sound to On, the camera plays the AF sound when you press the shutter button down half way. - [AF sound] sub menus : [Off], [On]* Setup menu In this mode, you can set up the basic settings. You can use the setup menu in all camera modes, except the Voice Recording mode.

  • Page 58: Start Up Image

    Display ( Start up image You can select the image that is fi rst displayed on the LCD screen whenever you turn on the camera. - Sub menus : [Off]*, [Logo], [User Image] - Insert a saved image for the start-up image using [Start Image] in the [Resize] menu in play mode.

  • Page 59: Settings

    Settings ( The items indicated by * are default settings. Menus are subject to change without prior notice. Formatting a memory The [Format] function formats the camera’s memory. When you run [Format] all images, including protected images, are deleted. Be sure to download important images to your PC before formatting the memory.

  • Page 60: Setting Up The Date / Time / Date Type

    Settings ( Setting up the Date / Time / Date type You can change the date and time that the camera displays on captured images and set up the date type. Setting [Time Zone] enables you to display the local date and time on the LCD screen when travelling overseas.

  • Page 61: Imprinting The Recording Date

    Settings ( Imprinting the recording date There is an option to include Date & Time on still images. - Sub menus [Off]* : The Date & Time is not imprinted on the image fi le. [Date] : Only the Date is imprinted on the image fi...

  • Page 62: Auto Focus Lamp

    Settings ( Auto Focus lamp You can turn the Auto Focus lamp on and off. - Sub menus [Off] : The AF lamp does not light up in low light conditions. [On]* : The AF lamp lights up in low light conditions.

  • Page 63: Setting The Usb

    Settings ( - NTSC : U.S.A, Canada, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Mexico etc. - PAL : Australia, Austria, Belgium, China, Denmark, Finland, Germany, U.K., Holland, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Norway etc. - When using a TV as an external screen, you need to select the external or AV channel of the TV.

  • Page 64: Starting Play Mode

    Starting play mode Turn the camera on and select Play mode by pressing the play mode button ( ). The camera can now play back the images stored on the memory. If the memory card is inserted in the camera, all the camera functions apply only to the memory card.

  • Page 65: Movie Clip Capture Function

    Starting play mode Movie clip capture function You can capture still images from the movie clip. Capturing a still image from a movie clip 1. Press the OK button while playing the movie clip. Then press the Down button. 2. A still from the movie clip is saved under a new file name.

  • Page 66: Playing Back A Voice Memo

    Starting play mode Playing back a voice memo 1. Select a still image that has a voice memo. 2. Press the OK button to play back the voice memo. - To pause the voice memo while playing it back, press the OK button again.

  • Page 67: Using The Camera Buttons To Set The Camera

    Using the camera buttons to set the camera In Play mode, you can use the buttons on the camera to conveniently set up the Play mode functions. Play mode button If you have turned on the camera by pressing the POWER button, you can press the Play mode button once to switch to Play mode and press it again to switch to Recording mode.
  • Page 68 Thumbnail ( ) / Enlargement ( To search for an image, follow these steps: 1. Press the Thumbnail button in Smart Album. - Each time you press the Thumbnail button, you increase the number of thumbnails the camera displays, from 3 to 9 to 20.
  • Page 69 Thumbnail ( ) / Enlargement ( Image enlargement 1. Select an image you want to enlarge, and then press the enlargement button. 2. Press the Digital Zoom button repeatedly to make the image larger. 3. Press the Up/Down/Left/Right sides of the 5 Function button to view different portions of the enlarged image.

  • Page 70: Info (Disp) / Up Button

    Info (DISP) / Up button When the menu is displayed on the LCD screen, the Up (DISP) button operates as a direction button. When an image is displayed on the LCD screen, pressing the Up (DISP) button repeatedly displays image information on the LCD screen.

  • Page 71: Left / Right / Down / Menu Button

    Left / Right / Down / MENU button Left / Right / Down / MENU buttons activate the following. - Left button : While the menu is showing, the Left button operates as a direction button. While the menu is not showing, press the Left button to select the previous image.

  • Page 72: Setting The Playback Functions Using The

    Setting the playback functions using the LCD Screen You can change Playback functions using menus displayed on the LCD screen. To display the Playback menus while in Playback mode, press the Menu button. To close the Playback menus, press the Play mode button or the Shutter button. The Playback menus are listed in the tables below.

  • Page 73: Setting The Playback Pictbridge Function

    Setting the playback PictBridge function using the LCD screen This menu is available while the camera is connected to a PictBridge supporting printer (direct connection to the camera, sold separately) with a USB cable. Menu Tab Main Menu Sub Menu One Photo Images All Photos...

  • Page 74: Edit

    Edit ( Resize Change the resolution (size) of pictures taken. Select [Start image] to save an image to be the start-up image. 1. Press the Play mode button. 2. Press the Left/Right button to select an image. 3. Press the Menu button. 4.

  • Page 75: Rotating An Image

    Edit ( Rotating an image You can rotate stored images. 1. Press the Play mode button. 2. Press the Left/Right button to select an image. 3. Press the Menu button. 4. Press the Up/Down button (if necessary) to select Edit, and then press the OK button.

  • Page 76: Smart Filter

    Edit ( Custom RGB If you select the Custom RGB Photo Style, you can change the Red (R), Green (G), and Blue (B) values of an image. - OK button : Select / setup the Custom Color - Up / Down button : Selects R, G, B - Left / Right button : Change the R, G, or B value Smart Filter...

  • Page 77: Image Adjust

    Edit ( Image Adjust 1. Press the Play mode button. 2. Press the Left/Right button to select an image. 3. Press the Menu button. 4. Press the Up/Down button (if necessary) to select Edit, and then press the OK button. 5.

  • Page 78: Starting The Multi Slide Show

    Edit ( Contrast control You can change the contrast of the image. 1. Select ( ) by pressing the Left/Right button, and then press the OK button. A bar for selecting the contrast will be appears. 2. Change the contrast by pressing the Left/Right button.

  • Page 79: Selecting Images

    Starting the Multi Slide Show ( Selecting Images You can select images to view in a slide show. 1. Use the Up / Down button to select the [Images] menu, and then press the Right button. 2. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the Up / Down button.

  • Page 80: Setting Play Interval

    Starting the Multi Slide Show ( Setting play interval To set the Multi Slide Show play interval: 1. Select the [Interval] sub menu by pressing the Up / Down button, and then press the Right button. 2. Use the Up / Down button to select the desired interval.

  • Page 81: File Options

    File Options ( 1. Press the play mode button, and then press the menu button. 2. Press the Up / Down button, select the [File Options] menu tab, and then press the OK button. Deleting images Use this to delete images stored in the memory. 1.

  • Page 82: Playback Mode

    File Options ( If you chose [All], the Protect All window appears. Select [Lock] to protect all images. Select [Unlock] to remove protection from all images. Press OK to complete the process. Face List Edit You can classify or delete portrait images in the Smart Album according to their ranking.

  • Page 83: Dpof

    File Options ( DPOF DPOF(Digital Print Order Format) allows you to embed printing information in your memory card’s MISC folder. Select the pictures to be printed and how many prints to make. The DPOF indicator displays on the LCD screen when an image that has DPOF information plays back.

  • Page 84: Copy To Card

    File Options ( Index Images (except for movie clips and voice files) are printed as index type. 1. Press the Up / Down button, select the [DPOF] menu tab, and then press the Right button. 2. Select the [Index] menu, and then press the Right button again.
  • Page 85 File Options ( Copy to Card This enables you to copy image files, movie clips and voice recording files to the memory card. 1. Select the [Copy to Card] menu tab by pressing the Up / Down button, and then press the Right button. 2.
  • Page 86 PictBridge You can use the USB cable to connect this camera to a printer that supports PictBridge (sold separately) and print the stored images directly. Movie clips and voice files cannot be printed. Connecting the camera to a Pictbridge compatible printer 1.

  • Page 87: Pictbridge : Picture Selection

    PictBridge : Picture Selection You can select the images you want to print. Setting the Number of Copies to Print 1. Press the MENU button and the PictBridge menu appears. 2. Use the Up / Down button to select the [Images] menu, and then press the Right button.

  • Page 88: Pictbridge : Reset

    PictBridge : Reset Resets user-changed configurations. 1. Use the Up / Down button to select the [Reset] menu tab, and then press the Right button. 2. Use the Up / Down button to select [Yes] or [No], and then press the OK button.

  • Page 89: Important Notes

    - Take a picture to test the camera’s condition and prepare an extra battery. - Samsung cannot be held responsible for camera malfunctions. If the digital camera is not used for a long period, the date and time may return to the default settings because the battery has discharged.

  • Page 90: Battery

    Warning indicator There are several warnings that may appear on the LCD display. [Card Error] Memory card error. Turn off the camera power and turn it on again. Insert the memory card again. Insert and format the memory card. (p.58) [Card Locked] The memory card is locked.

  • Page 91: Before Contacting A Service Center

    The battery chamber cover was accidentally opened under water. The camera was dropped into water while its battery chamber cover was not completely closed. Turn the camera power off. Contact a Samsung service center for repair. Camera does not take images when you press the Shutter button.
  • Page 92 Before contacting a service center The flash does not fire. Flash off mode has been selected. Disengage flash off mode. The camera mode can't use the flash . Refer to the FLASH instructions (p.35). Incorrect date and time is displayed. The date and time have been set incorrectly or the camera has adopted the default settings.

  • Page 93: Specifications

    - Effective Pixel : Approx. 12.2 Mega-pixel - Total Pixel : Approx. 12.4 Mega-pixel Lens - Focal Length : SAMSUNG Lens f = 6.3 ~ 31.5mm (35mm film equivalent : 35 ~ 175mm) - F No. : F3.6(W) ~ F4.8(T) - Digital Zoom : ·Still Image mode :1.0X ~ 5.0X...
  • Page 94 3968X 3264X 3000 2656 2232 2448 Super Fine Fine Normal These figures are measured under Samsung standard conditions and may vary depending on shooting conditions and camera settings. Effect Image Play Interface 2592X 2048X 1024X 1944 1536 - Capacity (1GB Size)
  • Page 95 Specifications Power Source - Rechargeable battery : BP70A Included battery may vary depending on sales region. Dimensions (WxHxD) - 93.8 x 61 x 18.5 mm (excluding protrusions) Weight - Approx. 121 g (without battery and card) Operating Temperature - 0 ~ 40°C Operating Humidity - 5 ~ 85% Software...

  • Page 96: For Windows Users

    Transferring files to your computer (for Windows) For Windows users Transfer files by connecting your camera to your PC. Installing programs Hardware and software requirements Item Requirements Intel® Pentium®4 3.2 GHz or higher AMD Athlon™ FX 2.6 GHz or higher 512 MB or more (1 GB or more recommended) Windows XP/Vista/7 - USB port...
  • Page 97 Transferring files to your computer (for Windows) 1. Insert the installation CD into a compatible CD-ROM drive. 2. When the setup screen is displayed, click Samsung Digital Camera Installer to start installation. 3. Select the programs to install, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
  • Page 98 Transferring files to your computer (for Windows) 2. Turn on the camera. - The computer recognizes the camera automatically. If the camera fails to connect, a pop-up window will appear. Select Computer. 3. On your PC, select [My Computer 100PHOTO]. 4.
  • Page 99 Transferring files to your computer (for Windows) Using Intelli-studio Once you have installed Intelli-studio on your PC, Intelli-studio starts automatically when a camera is connected to your PC. If Intelli-studio does not start after you have connected the camera to your PC, double-click the Intelli-studio icon on your Windows desktop. Intelli-studio allows you to play back and edit files.

  • Page 100: For Mac Users

    Transferring files to your computer (for Windows) Icon Description Open menus Display files in the selected folder Change to the Photo edit mode Change to the Video edit mode Change to the Sharing mode (You can send files by email or upload files to websites, such as Flickr or YouTube.) Enlarge or reduce the thumbnails in the list Select a file type...
  • Page 101 Transferring files to your computer for Mac 1. Connect your camera to a Macintosh computer with the USB cable. You must plug the end of the cable with the indicator light ( ) into your camera. If the cable is reversed, it may damage your files.
  • Page 102 Please check the following if the USB connection malfunctions. Case 1 USB cable is not connected or it is not the supplied USB cable. Connect the supplied USB cable. Case 2 The camera is not recognized by your PC. Sometimes, the camera may appear under [Unknown Devices] in Device Manager.
  • Page 103 Support) If you can’t change the menu by yourself, contact to the PC manufacturer or BIOS manufacturer. Samsung Eco-mark It is Samsung’s own symbol mark is used to effectively communicate Samsung’s environmental friendly product activities to the consumers. The mark represents Samsung’s continuous effort on development of...

  • Page 104: Fcc Notice

    Trade Name : SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC. Model No. : SAMSUNG AQ100 Responsible Party : SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC. Address : 105 Challenger Road Ridgefi eld Park NJ Telephone No. : 1-800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation...

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