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User Manual PL120/PL121 This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly. Ä Click a topic Basic troubleshooting Quick reference Contents Basic functions Extended functions Shooting options Playback/Editing Settings Appendixes Index
User Manual PL120/PL121 This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly. Ä Click a topic Basic troubleshooting Quick reference Contents Basic functions Extended functions Shooting options Playback/Editing Settings Appendixes Index
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... hands. This may distort the camera or cause a fire. The camera may overheat, which may cause a fire or explosion. This may result in electric shock. This may present physical dangers as the battery or charger, and then contact a Samsung service center. 1 Do not use... the flash too close proximity (closer than 1 m/3 ft) to the camera. Do not insert flammable materials into the camera or store these materials near flammable or explosive gases ...
... hands. This may distort the camera or cause a fire. The camera may overheat, which may cause a fire or explosion. This may result in electric shock. This may present physical dangers as the battery or charger, and then contact a Samsung service center. 1 Do not use... the flash too close proximity (closer than 1 m/3 ft) to the camera. Do not insert flammable materials into the camera or store these materials near flammable or explosive gases ...
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...-ion replacement batteries. When you use AC charger, turn off the camera before you charge batteries. Inauthentic, damaged, or heated batteries may cause a fire or electric shock. Do not use . Use only Samsung-approved batteries, chargers, cables and accessories. • Unauthorized batteries, chargers..., cables or accessories can cause batteries to explode, damage your camera, or cause injury. • Samsung is very hot when fired and may cause a fire or electric shock. The flash is ...
...-ion replacement batteries. When you use AC charger, turn off the camera before you charge batteries. Inauthentic, damaged, or heated batteries may cause a fire or electric shock. Do not use . Use only Samsung-approved batteries, chargers, cables and accessories. • Unauthorized batteries, chargers..., cables or accessories can cause batteries to explode, damage your camera, or cause injury. • Samsung is very hot when fired and may cause a fire or electric shock. The flash is ...
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...accessories. Keep cards with the indicator light (S) into your files. Never use . Information stored on the card may result in electric shock or camera malfunction or cause a fire. If you force the connectors, improperly connect cables, or improperly install batteries and memory cards, you connect cables or...batteries and memory cards. This may be damaged or erased. You must plug the end of files or damages that the camera is operating properly before use. The manufacturer takes no responsibility for any loss of the cable with magnetic strips away from...
...accessories. Keep cards with the indicator light (S) into your files. Never use . Information stored on the card may result in electric shock or camera malfunction or cause a fire. If you force the connectors, improperly connect cables, or improperly install batteries and memory cards, you connect cables or...batteries and memory cards. This may be damaged or erased. You must plug the end of files or damages that the camera is operating properly before use. The manufacturer takes no responsibility for any loss of the cable with magnetic strips away from...
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... trademarks of the SD Association. • Trademarks and trade names used in this manual are the property of their respective owners. • Camera specifications or contents of this manual may be changed without prior permission. • For Open Source License information, refer to the ...'OpenSourceInfo.pdf' in Shooting mode. Outline of this manual without prior notice due to upgrade of camera functions. • You are not allowed to configure your computer, photo printer, or TV. Shooting options 47 Learn how to capture...
... trademarks of the SD Association. • Trademarks and trade names used in this manual are the property of their respective owners. • Camera specifications or contents of this manual may be changed without prior permission. • For Open Source License information, refer to the ...'OpenSourceInfo.pdf' in Shooting mode. Outline of this manual without prior notice due to upgrade of camera functions. • You are not allowed to configure your computer, photo printer, or TV. Shooting options 47 Learn how to capture...
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... v Shooting mode icons These icons appear in the text when a function is available in this manual Icon [] () * Function Additional information Safety warnings and precautions Camera buttons.
... v Shooting mode icons These icons appear in the text when a function is available in this manual Icon [] () * Function Additional information Safety warnings and precautions Camera buttons.
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You can alter the exposure with shutter speed, aperture value, and ISO sensitivity. By altering the exposure, your camera determines the exposure. Half-press [Shutter] Press [Shutter] Normal exposure Subject, background, and composition • Subject: the main object in this manual Pressing the shutter ...
You can alter the exposure with shutter speed, aperture value, and ISO sensitivity. By altering the exposure, your camera determines the exposure. Half-press [Shutter] Press [Shutter] Normal exposure Subject, background, and composition • Subject: the main object in this manual Pressing the shutter ...
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... to let in the center of backlighting. The subject's eyes appear red. Blurring can make it difficult to hold the camera incorrectly. Subjects come out too dark because of the frame. (p. 61) 7 Red eye is caused by setting shooting options. If dust particles are present in ...; Select Night in s mode. (p. 34) • Turn on the flash. (p. 51) • Set ISO sensitivity options. (p. 52) • Use a tripod to prevent your camera from the camera flash. • Set the flash option to Red-eye or Red-eye Fix. (p. 51) • If the photo has already been captured...
... to let in the center of backlighting. The subject's eyes appear red. Blurring can make it difficult to hold the camera incorrectly. Subjects come out too dark because of the frame. (p. 61) 7 Red eye is caused by setting shooting options. If dust particles are present in ...; Select Night in s mode. (p. 34) • Turn on the flash. (p. 51) • Set ISO sensitivity options. (p. 52) • Use a tripod to prevent your camera from the camera flash. • Set the flash option to Red-eye or Red-eye Fix. (p. 51) • If the photo has already been captured...
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... • s mode > Object Highlight f 36 • Smart Filter effects f 65 • Image Adjust (to adjust Contrast, Sharpness, or Saturation) f 68 Reducing camera shake • Digital Imaging Stabilization (DIS) f 28 8 • Viewing files by category in Smart Album f 72 • Viewing files as thumbnails... f 74 • Viewing files as a slide show f 76 • Viewing files on a TV f 86 • Connecting your camera to a computer f 87 • Adjusting sound and volume f 96 • Adjusting the brightness of the display f 97 • Changing the display language...
... • s mode > Object Highlight f 36 • Smart Filter effects f 65 • Image Adjust (to adjust Contrast, Sharpness, or Saturation) f 68 Reducing camera shake • Digital Imaging Stabilization (DIS) f 28 8 • Viewing files by category in Smart Album f 72 • Viewing files as thumbnails... f 74 • Viewing files as a slide show f 76 • Viewing files on a TV f 86 • Connecting your camera to a computer f 87 • Adjusting sound and volume f 96 • Adjusting the brightness of the display f 97 • Changing the display language...
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... 14 Inserting the battery and memory card 16 Charging the battery and turning on your camera ...... 17 Charging the battery 17 Turning on your camera 17 Performing the initial setup 18 Learning icons 20 Selecting options or menus 21 Setting the display and sound 23 Setting the display type 23 ...Setting the sound 23 Capturing photos 24 Turning on the front display 25 Zooming 26 Reducing camera shake (DIS 28 Tips for getting a clearer photo 29 Extended functions 31 Using the Smart Auto mode 32 Using the Scene mode 34 Using the...
... 14 Inserting the battery and memory card 16 Charging the battery and turning on your camera ...... 17 Charging the battery 17 Turning on your camera 17 Performing the initial setup 18 Learning icons 20 Selecting options or menus 21 Setting the display and sound 23 Setting the display type 23 ...Setting the sound 23 Capturing photos 24 Turning on the front display 25 Zooming 26 Reducing camera shake (DIS 28 Tips for getting a clearer photo 29 Extended functions 31 Using the Smart Auto mode 32 Using the Scene mode 34 Using the...
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...timer 50 Shooting in the dark 51 Preventing red-eye 51 Using the flash 51 Adjusting the ISO sensitivity 52 Changing the camera's focus 53 Using macro 53 Using auto focus 53 Using tracking auto focus 54 Adjusting the focus area 55 Using Face Detection ...Transferring files to your Windows computer 87 Transferring files with Intelli-studio 88 Transferring files by connecting the camera as a removable disk 90 Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP 91 Transferring files to your Mac computer 92 Printing photos with a PictBridge photo printer ......... 93...
...timer 50 Shooting in the dark 51 Preventing red-eye 51 Using the flash 51 Adjusting the ISO sensitivity 52 Changing the camera's focus 53 Using macro 53 Using auto focus 53 Using tracking auto focus 54 Adjusting the focus area 55 Using Face Detection ...Transferring files to your Windows computer 87 Transferring files with Intelli-studio 88 Transferring files by connecting the camera as a removable disk 90 Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP 91 Transferring files to your Mac computer 92 Printing photos with a PictBridge photo printer ......... 93...
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Contents Settings 94 Settings menu 95 Accessing the settings menu 95 Sound 96 Front Display Settings 96 Display 97 Settings 98 Appendixes 100 Error messages 101 Camera maintenance 102 Cleaning your camera 102 Using or storing the camera 103 About memory cards 104 About the battery 106 Before contacting a service center 110 Camera specifications 113 Glossary 117 FCC notice 122 Index 123 11
Contents Settings 94 Settings menu 95 Accessing the settings menu 95 Sound 96 Front Display Settings 96 Display 97 Settings 98 Appendixes 100 Error messages 101 Camera maintenance 102 Cleaning your camera 102 Using or storing the camera 103 About memory cards 104 About the battery 106 Before contacting a service center 110 Camera specifications 113 Glossary 117 FCC notice 122 Index 123 11
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Basic functions Learn about your camera 17 Performing the initial setup 18 Learning icons 20 Selecting options or menus 21 Setting the display and sound 23 Setting the display type 23 Setting the sound 23 Capturing photos 24 Turning on your camera's layout, icons, and basic functions for getting a clearer photo 29 Unpacking 13 Camera layout 14 Inserting the battery and memory card ... 16 Charging the battery and turning on your camera 17 Charging the battery 17 Turning on the front display 25 Zooming 26 Reducing camera shake (DIS 28 Tips for shooting.
Basic functions Learn about your camera 17 Performing the initial setup 18 Learning icons 20 Selecting options or menus 21 Setting the display and sound 23 Setting the display type 23 Setting the sound 23 Capturing photos 24 Turning on your camera's layout, icons, and basic functions for getting a clearer photo 29 Unpacking 13 Camera layout 14 Inserting the battery and memory card ... 16 Charging the battery and turning on your camera 17 Charging the battery 17 Turning on the front display 25 Zooming 26 Reducing camera shake (DIS 28 Tips for shooting.
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Basic functions 13 Camera AC adapter/USB cable Rechargeable battery Strap User Manual CD-ROM Quick Start Manual Optional accessories Camera case A/V cable Battery charger Memory card/Memory card adapter The illustrations may differ slightly from the items shipped with your product box. Unpacking The following items are included in your product.
Basic functions 13 Camera AC adapter/USB cable Rechargeable battery Strap User Manual CD-ROM Quick Start Manual Optional accessories Camera case A/V cable Battery charger Memory card/Memory card adapter The illustrations may differ slightly from the items shipped with your product box. Unpacking The following items are included in your product.
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Camera layout Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera's parts and their functions. POWER button Shutter button Flash Front LCD button Microphone Speaker Front display AF-assist light/Timer lamp Lens USB and A/V port Accepts USB cable and A/V cable Basic functions 14 Tripod mount Battery chamber cover Insert a memory card and battery
Camera layout Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera's parts and their functions. POWER button Shutter button Flash Front LCD button Microphone Speaker Front display AF-assist light/Timer lamp Lens USB and A/V port Accepts USB cable and A/V cable Basic functions 14 Tripod mount Battery chamber cover Insert a memory card and battery
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... lamp • Blinking: When the camera is connecting to a computer or in focus Main display Zoom button • In Shooting mode: Zoom in or out • In Playback mode: Zoom in ... the display option. Enter Playback mode. • Access options in Shooting mode. • Delete files in on part of focus • Steady: When the camera is saving a photo or video, being read by the...
... lamp • Blinking: When the camera is connecting to a computer or in focus Main display Zoom button • In Shooting mode: Zoom in or out • In Playback mode: Zoom in ... the display option. Enter Playback mode. • Access options in Shooting mode. • Delete files in on part of focus • Steady: When the camera is saving a photo or video, being read by the...
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... lock up . Removing the battery and memory card Memory card Push the card gently until it disengages from the camera, and then pull it out of the slot. Insert a memory card with the Samsung logo facing down. Rechargeable battery Rechargeable battery You can use the internal memory for temporary storage if a memory...
... lock up . Removing the battery and memory card Memory card Push the card gently until it disengages from the camera, and then pull it out of the slot. Insert a memory card with the Samsung logo facing down. Rechargeable battery Rechargeable battery You can use the internal memory for temporary storage if a memory...
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...Indicator light • Red: Charging • Green: Fully charged If you turn on the camera for the first time. (p. 18) Turning on your camera in Playback mode Press [P]. Attach the USB cable to turn your camera on or off. • The initial setup screen appears when you turn on your... camera by pressing and holding [P] for the first time, you use the camera for about 5 seconds, the camera does not emit any sounds. Basic functions 17 Charging...
...Indicator light • Red: Charging • Green: Fully charged If you turn on the camera for the first time. (p. 18) Turning on your camera in Playback mode Press [P]. Attach the USB cable to turn your camera on or off. • The initial setup screen appears when you turn on your... camera by pressing and holding [P] for the first time, you use the camera for about 5 seconds, the camera does not emit any sounds. Basic functions 17 Charging...
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Performing the initial setup When the initial setup screen appears, follow the steps below to configure the camera's basic settings. 1 Press [t] to select Language, and then press [t] or [o]. 4 Press [F] or [t] to select an item. English Time Zone London Date/Time Set Date Type ...
Performing the initial setup When the initial setup screen appears, follow the steps below to configure the camera's basic settings. 1 Press [t] to select Language, and then press [t] or [o]. 4 Press [F] or [t] to select an item. English Time Zone London Date/Time Set Date Type ...
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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. 1 2 3 1 Status icons Icon Description Shooting mode Available number of ... Memory card not inserted (Internal memory) Memory card inserted • : Fully charged • : Partially charged • : Empty (Recharge) Voice memo Icon Description Auto focus frame Camera shake Zoom indicator Zoom ratio Current date and time Photo resolution when Intelli zoom is on 2 Option Icons (on the right) Icon Description Photo resolution...
Learning icons The icons the camera displays on the screen change according to the mode you select or the options you set. 1 2 3 1 Status icons Icon Description Shooting mode Available number of ... Memory card not inserted (Internal memory) Memory card inserted • : Fully charged • : Partially charged • : Empty (Recharge) Voice memo Icon Description Auto focus frame Camera shake Zoom indicator Zoom ratio Current date and time Photo resolution when Intelli zoom is on 2 Option Icons (on the right) Icon Description Photo resolution...