Samsung PL201 - Manuals

4 Copyright information • Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. • Mac is a registered trademark of the Apple Corporation. • Camera specifications or contents of this manual may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of camera functions...

5 Indications used in this manual Shooting mode Indication Smart Auto Program DUAL IS Scene Movie Smart Movie Shooting mode icons These icons indicate that a function is available in the corresponding modes. The mode may not support functions for all scenes. e.g.) Available in the Program, DUAL IS, ...

6 Pressing the shutter • Half-press [ Shutter ]: Press the shutter halfway down. • Press [ Shutter ]: Press the shutter all the way down. Half-press [ Shutter ] Press [ Shutter ] Subject, background, and composition • Subject : The main object of a scene, such as a person, animal, or still life. • B...

7 Common questions You can get answers to common questions. Solve problems easily by setting shooting options. The subject's eyes appear red. This is caused by a reflection from the camera flash. • Set the flash option to Red-eye or Red-eye Fix . (p. 39) • If the photo has already been taken, select...

8 Quick reference Taking photos of people • mode > Beauty Shot  29 • mode > Portrait  28 • Red-eye, Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye)  39 • Face Detection  44 Taking photos at night or in the dark • mode > Night  30 • mode > Sunset, Dawn, Fireworks  28 • Flash options  3...

9 Contents PL200/PL201 Health and safety informationCommon questionsQuick referenceContents Recording a voice memo ..................................................... 34 Adding a voice memo to a photo .......................................... 34 Shooting options .....................................

Basic functions 12 Unpacking Check your product box for the following items. Camera AC adapter/USB cable Rechargeable battery Strap User Manual CD-ROM Quick Start Manual The illustrations may differ from your actual items. Optional accessories Camera case Memory cards A/V cable Battery charger

Basic functions 13 Camera layout Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera's parts and their functions. Battery chamber cover Insert a memory card and battery Tripod mount Shutter button POWER button AF-assist light/timer lamp Flash Speaker Lens Microphone Smart button Set to Smart mod...

Basic functions 15 Inserting the battery and memory card Learn to insert the battery and an optional memory card into the camera. Removing the battery and memory card Push the card gently until the card disengages from the camera, and then pull it out of the slot. Push the lock up to release the bat...

Basic functions 16 Charging the battery and turning your camera on Turning on your camera Press [ POWER ] to turn your camera on or off. Turning on your camera in Playback mode Press [ ]. The camera turns on and accesses Playback mode immediately. When you turn on your camera by pressing and holding...

Basic functions 17 C. Icons on the left Icon Description Aperture and shutter speed Long time shutter Exposure value White balance Face tone Face retouch ISO speed Photo style Image adjustment (contrast, sharpness, saturation) Voice muted Burst type Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) Learning icons T...

Basic functions 18 Selecting options You can select options by pressing [ ], and then using the navigation buttons ([ ], [ ], [ ], [ ]). You can also access shooting options by pressing [ ], but some options are not available. Going back to the previous menu Press [ ] again to go back to the previou...

Basic functions 19 Selecting options 5 Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll to White Balance, and then press [ ] or [ ]. Photo SizeQualityEVISOWhite BalanceFace DetectionFocus Area Exit Back 6 Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll to a White Balance option. Daylight Back Move 7 Press [ ]. Example: Selecting a White Bala...

Basic functions 20 Setting the display and sound Learn how to change the basic display and sound settings. Setting the sound Set whether your camera emits a specified sound when you operate your camera. 1 In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Sound → Beep Sound → an option. Options Descr...

Basic functions 21 Taking photos Learn how to take photos easily and quickly in the Program mode. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll to Program, and then press [ ]. Smart Auto Program DUAL IS Scene Movie This mode allows you to directly set various features for shooting. 3 A...

Basic functions 22 Taking photos Digital zoom If the zoom indicator is in the digital range, your camera is using the digital zoom. The picture quality may deteriorate when you use the digital zoom. Optical range Digital range Zoom indicator • The digital zoom is not available when you use the , , (...

Basic functions 24 Tips for getting a clearer photo Holding your camera correctly Make sure nothing is blocking the lens. Half-pressing the shutter button Half-press [ Shutter ] and adjust the focus. The camera adjusts the focus and exposure automatically. The camera sets the aperture value and shut...

Basic functions 25 Preventing your subject from being out of focus It may be difficult to get your subject in focus when: - there is little contrast between the subject and background (When your subject is wearing clothing that is similar in color to the background) - the light source behind the sub...

Shooting modes …………………………… 27 Using the Smart Auto mode ………………… 27Using the Scene mode ……………………… 28Using the Beauty Shot mode ………………… 29Using the frame guide ……………………… 30Using the Night mode ……………………… 30Using the DUAL IS mode …………………… 31Using the Program mode …………………… 32Recording a video ……………………………...

Extended functions 27 Shooting modes Take photos or record videos by selecting the best shooting mode for the conditions. Icon Description Appears when taking photos of landscapes at night. This is available only when the flash is off.Appears when taking portraits at night.Appears when taking photos...

Extended functions 28 Shooting modes Using the Scene mode Take a photo with options preset for a specific scene. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Scene → a scene. Beauty ShotFrame GuideNightPortraitChildrenLandscapeClose Up This mode is appropriate for taking pictures of faces. • To change th...

Extended functions 29 Shooting modes 6 Select Shooting → Face Retouch → an option. • Select a higher setting to hide a greater number of imperfections. Level 3 Back Move 7 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [ Shutter ] to focus. 8 Press [ Shutter ] to take the photo. The focus dist...

Extended functions 30 Shooting modes Using the Night mode Use the Night mode to take a photo with options for preset for shooting at night. Use a tripod to prevent your camera from shaking. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Scene → Night . 3 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press...

Extended functions 31 Shooting modes Using the DUAL IS mode Reduce camera shake and prevent blurred photos with Optical and Digital Image Stabilization functions. Before correction After correction 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select DUAL IS . 3 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-pre...

Extended functions 32 Shooting modes Recording a video Record videos up to 20 minutes in length in high definition. The camera saves the recorded video as an H.264 (MPEG-4.AVC) file. • H.264 (MPEG-4 part10/AVC) is a high-compression video format established by international standard organizations IS...

Extended functions 33 Shooting modes To pause recording The camera allows you to pause a video temporarily while recording. With this function, you can record several scenes as a single video.Press [ ] to pause while recording. Press it again to resume. Stop Pause 5 Press [ ]. 6 Select Movie → Voice...

Extended functions 34 Recording voice memos Learn how to record a voice memo that you can play back at any time. You can add a voice memo to a photo as a short reminder of shooting conditions. You will get the best sound quality when recording 10 inches (25 cm.) away from the camera. Adding a voice ...

Shooting options 36 Selecting a resolution and quality Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings. When recording a video: 1 In the mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Movie → Movie Size → an option. Option Description 1280 X 720 HQ : For high-quality play back on an HDTV. 640 X 480 : For p...

Shooting options 37 Using the timer Learn how to set the timer to delay shooting. 3 Press [ Shutter ] to start the timer. • The AF-assist light/timer lamp blinks. The camera automatically takes a photo at the specified time. • Press [ ] to cancel the timer. • Depending on the face detection option y...

Shooting options 38 Using the timer 6 Pose for your photo while the AF-assist light/timer lamp is blinking. • The AF-assist light/timer lamp stops blinking just before the camera automatically takes a photo. The motion timer may not work when: • you are more than 10 ft. (3 m) away from the camera • ...

Shooting options 39 Shooting in the dark Learn how to take photos at night or in low light conditions. Using the flash Use the flash when taking photos in the dark or when you need more light in your photos. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Auto 2 Select an option. Option Description Off : • The flash...

Shooting options 40 Shooting in the dark • Flash options are not available if you set burst options or select Blink Detection . • Make sure that your subjects are within the recommended distance from the flash. (p. 90) • If light from the flash is relected or there is a large amount of dust in the a...

Shooting options 41 Changing the camera’s focus Learn how to adjust the camera's focus. Using auto focus To take sharp photos, select the appropriate focus according to your distance from the subject. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Normal (AF) 2 Select an option. Option Description Normal (AF) : Foc...

Shooting options 42 Changing the camera’s focus • Tracking a subject may fail when: - the subject is too small or the subject moves excessively - the subject is backlit or you are shooting in a dark place - colors or patterns on the subject and the background are the same - the camera shakes excessi...

Shooting options 43 Changing the camera’s focus Adjusting the focus area You can get clearer photos by selecting an appropriate focus area according to your subject’s location in the scene. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Shooting → Focus Area → an option. Option Description Center AF : Focu...

Shooting options 44 Using face detection If you use face detection options, your camera can automatically detect a human face. When you focus on a human face, the camera adjusts the exposure automatically. Take photos quickly and easily by using Blink Detection to detect closed eyes or Smile Shot to...

Shooting options 45 Using face detection Taking a smile shot The camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a smiling face. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Shooting → Face Detection → Smile Shot . • When your subject smiles broadly, your camera can detect the smile more easily...

Shooting options 46 Using face detection Detecting eye blinking If your camera detects closed eyes, it automatically takes two photos in succession. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Shooting → Face Detection → Blink Detection . • Hold your camera still while “ Capturing ” is displayed on the ...

Shooting options 47 Adjusting brightness and color Learn how to adjust the brightness and color for better image quality. Compensating for backlighting (ACB) When the light source is behind your subject or there is high contrast between your subject and the background, your subject is likely to appe...

Shooting options 48 Adjusting brightness and color Selecting a light source (White balance) The color of your photo depends on the type and quality of the light source. If you want the color of your photo to be realistic, select a white balance setting that matches the lighting conditions, such as D...

Shooting options 49 Adjusting brightness and color Defining your own white balance 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Shooting → White Balance → Custom Set . 3 Aim the lens at a piece of white paper. 4 Press [ Shutter ]. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Shooting → White Balance → an opti...

Shooting options 50 Using burst modes It can be difficult to take photos of fast-moving subjects or capture natural facial expressions and gestures of your subjects in photos. In these cases, select one of the burst modes to take multiple pictures rapidly. • You can use the flash, timer, and ACB onl...

Shooting options 51 Improving your photos Learn how to improve your photos by applying photo styles or colors, or by making some adjustments. Defining your own RGB tone 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Shooting → Photo Style Selector → Custom RGB . 3 Select a color (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue)...

Shooting options 52 Improving your photos Saturation option Description - Decrease the saturation. + Increase the saturation. • Select 0 if you do not want to apply any effects (suitable for printing). • If you set an Image Adjust option, Photo Style Selector function is not available. Adjusting you...

Playback/Editing 54 Playing back Learn to play back photos, videos, or voice memos, and manage files. Display in Playback mode Information Icon Description Photo includes a voice memo Video file Print order has been set (DPOF) Protected file Folder name – File name Starting Playback mode View photos...

Playback/Editing 55 Playing back 4 Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll through files. • Press and hold to scroll through files quickly. 5 Press [ ] to return to the normal view. Viewing files by category in Smart Album View and manage files by categories, such as date, file type, or week. 1 In Playback mode,...

Playback/Editing 56 Playing back Protecting files Protect your files from accidental deletion. 1 In Playback mode, press [ ]. 2 Select File Options → Protect → Select . 3 To protect all files, select All → Lock . 4 To protect a single file, select the file you want to protect, and then press [ ]. • ...

Playback/Editing 57 Playing back Copying files to the memory card You can copy files from the internal memory to a memory card. 1 In Playback mode, press [ ]. 2 Select File Options → Copy to Card . 3 Select Yes to copy files. Deleting files Delete single files or all files at once. You cannot delete...

Playback/Editing 58 Playing back Starting a slide show You can apply effects and add audio to your slide show. 1 In Playback mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Multi Slide Show . 3 Select a slide show effect option. • Skip to step 5 to start a slide show with no effects. Option Description Images Select the ...

Playback/Editing 59 Playing back Playing a video You can play a video, capture an image from a video, or crop a video. 1 In Playback mode, select a video, and then press [ ]. Pause 2 Use the following buttons to control playback. Press To [ ] Scan backward. [ ] Pause or resume playback. [ ] Scan for...

Playback/Editing 60 Playing back Playing voice memos Playing a voice memo 1 In Playback mode, select a voice memo, and then press [ ]. 2 Use the following buttons to control playback. Press To [ ] Scan backward. [ ] Pause or resume playback. [ ] Scan forward. [ ] Stop playback. [ Zoom ] left or righ...

Playback/Editing 61 Playing back Adding a voice memo to a photo 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [ ]. 2 Select File Options → Voice memo → On . 3 Press [ Shutter ] to record a short voice memo (10 seconds maximum). • Press [ Shutter ] to stop recording a voice memo. You cannot add ...

Playback/Editing 62 Editing a photo Perform photo editing tasks, such as resizing, rotating, eliminating red-eyes, and adjusting brightness, contrast, or saturation. The camera saves edited photos as new files Rotating a photo 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [ ]. 2 Select Edit → R...

Playback/Editing 64 Editing a photo Correcting exposure problems Adjust ACB (Auto Contrast Balance), brightness, contrast, or saturation; remove red-eye; hide facial imperfections; or add noise to the photo. Adjusting ACB (Auto Contrast Balance) 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [ ]...

Playback/Editing 65 Editing a photo 4 Press [ ]. 5 Select File Options → DPOF → Size → an option. Option Description Select Specify the print size for the selected photo. All Specify the print size for all photos. Reset Reset to the default settings. 6 If you select Select , scroll to a photo, and t...

Playback/Editing 66 Viewing files on a TV Play back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV using the A/V cable. • On some TVs, digital noise may occur or part of an image may not appear. • Images may not appear centered on the TV screen depending on your TV settings. • You can capture ph...

Playback/Editing 67 Transferring files to your Windows computer Transfer files by connecting your camera to your Windows PC. • Intelli-studio may not perform correctly on some computers, even when the computer meets the requirements. • If your computer does not meet the requirements, videos may not ...

Playback/Editing 68 Transferring files to your Windows computer Installing Intelli-studio 1 Insert the installation CD in a compatible CD-ROM drive. 2 When the setup screen is appears, click Samsung Digital Camera Installer to start installation. 3 Select the programs to install, and then follow the...

Playback/Editing 69 Transferring files to your Windows computer Transferring files using Intelli-studio 1 Connect the camera to your 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. The...

Playback/Editing 70 Transferring files to your Windows computer Using Intelli-studio The Intelli-studio allows you to play back and edit files. You can also upload files to websites, such as Flickr or YouTube. For details, select Help → Help in the program. • If you install Intelli-studio on your co...

Playback/Editing 71 Transferring files to your Windows computer Transferring files by connecting the camera as a removable disk You can connect the camera to your computer as a removable disk. 1 Connect the camera to your computer with the USB cable. You must plug the end of the cable with the indic...

Playback/Editing 72 Transferring files to your Windows computer 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 computer, select My Computer → Removable Disk → DCIM → 100PHOTO . 4 Selec...

Playback/Editing 73 Transferring files to your Mac computer When you connect the camera to a Macintosh computer, the computer recognizes the camera automatically. You can transfer files directly from the camera to the computer without installing any programs. Mac OS 10.4 or later is supported. 2 Tur...

Playback/Editing 74 Printing photos with a PictBridge photo printer Print photos with a PictBridge-compatible printer by connecting your camera directly to the printer. Configuring print settings ImagesSizeLayoutTypeQuality Exit Print : One Photo: Auto: Auto: Auto: Auto Option Description Images : S...

Appendixes 76 Camera settings menu Learn about various options to configure your camera's settings. 3 Select an option and save your settings. VolumeStart SoundShutter SoundBeep SoundAF Sound Back Set OffLowMediumHigh 4 Press [ ] to return to the previous screen. Accessing the settings menu 1 In Sho...

Appendixes 77 Camera settings menu Display * Default Item Description Function Description Display a brief description of an option or menu. ( Off , On * ) Start Image Set a start image to display when the camera turns on. • Off *: Display no start image. • Logo : Display a default image stored in t...

Appendixes 78 Camera settings menu Settings * Default Item Description Format Format the internal memory and the memory card. Format deletes all files, including protected files. ( Yes , No ) If you use a memory card used with cameras from different manufacturers or a memory card reader, or one form...

Appendixes 81 Error messages When the following error messages appear, try these remedies. Error message Suggested remedies Card Error • Turn off your camera, and then turn it on again. • Remove your memory card, and insert it again. • Format your memory card. (p. 78) Card Locked Unlock the memory c...

Appendixes 82 Camera maintenance Camera body Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. • Never use benzene, thinners, or alcohol to clean the device. These solutions can damage the camera or cause it to malfunction. • Do not press on the lens cover or use a blower brush on the lens cover. Cleaning your ca...

Appendixes 83 Camera maintenance Memory card capacity The memory capacity may differ depending on the scenes you shoot or the shooting conditions. These capacities are based on a 1 GB SD card: Size Super Fine Fine Normal 60 FPS 30 FPS 15 FPS P h o t o s 168 238 362 - - - 195 267 407 - - - 195 267 40...

Appendixes 84 Camera maintenance Battery life Shooting time / Number of photos Shooting conditions (when the battery was fully charged) Photos Approx. 80 min/Approx. 160 The battery life was measured under the following conditions: in the mode, 14M resolution, Fine quality, OIS on. Test Procedure:1....

Appendixes 85 Camera maintenance Notes about charging by connecting to a computer • Use only the provided USB cable. • The battery may not charge if: - you use a USB hub - other USB devices are connected to your computer - you connect the cable to the port on the front side of your computer - the US...

Appendixes 87 Before contacting a service center If you are having trouble with your camera, try these troubleshooting procedures before contacting a service center. If you have attempted the troubleshooting solution and are still having problems with your device, contact your local dealer or servic...

Appendixes 90 Camera specifications Shutter speed • Smart Auto: 1/8 - 1/2,000 sec. • Program: 1 - 1/2,000 sec. • Night: 8 - 1/2,000 sec. • Fireworks: 2 sec. Exposure Control Program AE Metering Multi, Spot, Center-weighted, Face Detection AE Compensation ±2EV (1/3EV steps) ISO equivalent Auto, 80, 1...

Appendixes 94 Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessori...

Appendixes 95 FCC notice • NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipmen...

Appendixes 96 Facial brightness 29 Facial imperfections 29 Flash Auto 40Fill in 40Off 39Red-eye 40Red-eye Fix 40Slow Sync 40 Focus area Center AF 43Multi AF 43Tracking AF 43 Focus distance Auto Macro 41Macro 41Normal (AF) 41 Format 78 Frame guide 30 Frame rate 32 Function button 14 Function descript...