Samsung TL500 User manual

Type
User manual
This user manual includes detailed usage
instructions for your camera. Please read
this manual thoroughly.
Common questions
Quick reference
Contents
Basic functions
Extended functions
Shooting options
Playback/Editing
Appendixes
Index
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Health and safety information
Always comply with the following precautions and usage tips to avoid dangerous situations and ensure peak performance of your camera.
Warning—situations that could cause injury to yourself or
others
Caution—situations that could cause damage to your
camera or other equipment
Note—notes, usage tips, or additional information
Safety warnings
Do not use your camera near flammable or explosive
gases and liquids
Do not use your camera near fuels, combustibles, or flammable
chemicals. Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases, or
explosive materials in the same compartment as the camera or its
accessories.
Keep your camera away from small children and pets
Keep your camera and all accessories out of the reach of small
children and animals. Small parts may cause choking or serious
injury if swallowed. Moving parts and accessories may present
physical dangers as well.
Prevent damage to subjects’ eyesight
Do not use the flash in close proximity (closer than 1 m/3 ft) to
people or animals. Using the flash too close to your subject’s
eyes can cause temporary or permanent damage.
Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care
Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers. t
Incompatible batteries and chargers can cause serious injuries
or damage to your camera.
Never dispose of batteries in a fire. Follow all local regulations t
when disposing of used batteries.
Never place batteries or cameras on or in heating devices, t
such as microwave ovens, stoves, or radiators. Batteries may
explode when overheated.
Do not use a damaged power supply cord, plug, or loose t
outlet when charging batteries. This may cause a fire or electric
shock.
2
Health and safety information
Exercise caution when connecting cables or adapters and t
installing batteries and memory cards. Forcing the connectors,
improperly connecting cables, or improperly installing batteries
and memory cards can damage ports, connectors, and
accessories.
Do not insert foreign objects into any of your camera’s t
compartments, slots, or access points. Damage due to
improper use may not be covered by your warranty.
Do not swing your camera by the strap. This may cause injury t
to yourself or others.
Do not paint your camera, as paint can clog moving parts and t
prevent proper operation.
Paint or metal on the outside of the camera may cause t
allergies, itchy skin, eczema, or swelling for people with
sensitive skin. If you have experience any of these symptoms,
stop using the camera immediately and consult a doctor.
Safety precautions
Handle and store your camera carefully and sensibly
Do not allow your camera to get wet—liquids can cause serious t
damage. Do not handle your camera with wet hands. Water
damage to your camera can void your manufacturer’s warranty.
Do not expose the camera to direct sunlight or high t
temperatures for an extended period of time. Prolonged
exposure to sunlight or extreme temperatures can cause
permanent damage to your camera’s internal components.
Avoid using or storing your camera in dusty, dirty, humid, or t
poorly-ventilated areas to prevent damage to moving parts and
internal components.
Remove the batteries from your camera when storing it for an t
extended period of time. Installed batteries may leak or corrode
over time and cause serious damage to your camera.
Protect your camera from sand and dirt when using it on t
beaches or in other similar areas.
Protect your camera from impact, rough handling, and t
excessive vibration to avoid serious damage.
3
Use only Samsung-approved accessories
Using incompatible accessories may damage your camera,
cause injury, or void your warranty.
Protect your camera’s lens
Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight, as this may discolor t
the image sensor or cause it to malfunction.
Protect your lens from fingerprints and scratches. Clean your t
lens with a soft, clean, debris-free lens cloth.
Protect batteries, chargers, and memory cards from
damage
Avoid exposing batteries or memory cards to very cold or very t
hot temperatures (below 0º C/32º F or above 40º C/104º F).
Extreme temperatures can reduce the charging capacity of your
batteries and can cause memory cards to malfunction.
Prevent batteries from making contact with metal objects, as t
this can create a connection between the + and – terminals
of your battery and lead to temporary or permanent battery
damage. Also, this may cause a fire or electric shock.
Prevent memory cards from making contact with liquids, dirt, or t
foreign substances. If dirty, wipe the memory card clean with a
soft cloth before inserting in your camera.
Do not allow liquids, dirt, or foreign substances to come in t
contact with the memory card slot. Doing so may cause the
camera to malfunction.
Turn off the camera when inserting or removing the memory t
card.
Do not bend, drop, or subject memory cards to heavy impact t
or pressure.
Do not use memory cards that have been formatted by other t
cameras or by a computer. Reformat the memory card with
your camera.
Never use a damaged charger, battery, or memory card.t
Health and safety information
4
Check that the camera is operating properly before use
The manufacturer takes no responsibility for any loss of files or
damage that may result from camera malfunction or improper
use.
Important usage information
Allow only qualified personnel to service your camera
Do not allow unqualified personnel to service the camera or
attempt to service the camera yourself. Any damage that results
from unqualified service is not covered by your warranty.
Ensure maximum battery and charger life
Overcharging batteries may shorten battery life. After charging is t
finished, disconnect the cable from your camera.
Over time, unused batteries will discharge and must be t
recharged before use.
Disconnect chargers from power sources when not in use.t
Use batteries only for their intended purpose.t
Exercise caution when using the camera in humid
environments
When transferring the camera from a cold environment to a warm
and humid one, condensation can form on the delicate electronic
circuitry and memory card. In this situation, wait for at least 1 hour
until all moisture has evaporated before using the camera.
Health and safety information
5
Copyright information
Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are t
registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation.
Mac is a registered trademark of the Apple Corporation.t
HDMI, the HDMI logo and the term "High Definition t
Multimedia Interface" are trademarks or registered
trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
Camera specifications or contents of this manual may t
be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of
camera functions.
For Open Source License information, refer to the t
“OpenSourceInfo.pdf” in the provided CD-ROM.
Organization of the user manual
Basic functions 13
Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic
functions for shooting.
Extended functions 32
Learn how to take a photo by selecting a mode and
how to record a video or voice memo.
Shooting options 46
Learn about the options you can set in Shooting mode.
Playback/Editing 75
Learn how to play back photos, videos, or voice
memos and edit photos or videos. Also, learn how to
connect your camera to your computer, photo printer,
TV, or HDTV.
Appendixes 102
Refer to settings, error messages, specifications, and
maintenance tips.
6
Indications used in this manual
Shooting mode Indication
Smart Auto
t
Program
p
Aperture Priority
A
Shutter Priority
S
Manual
M
DUAL IS
d
Scene
s
Movie
v
Shooting mode icons
These icons indicate that a function is available in the
corresponding modes. The s mode may not support functions
for all scenes.
For example:
Available in the
Program, Aperture
Priority, Shutter Priority,
DUAL IS, and Movie
modes
Icons used in this manual
Icon Function
Additional information
Safety warnings and precautions
[]
Camera buttons. For example, [Shutter] represents the
shutter button.
()
Page number of related information
The order of options or menus you must select to
perform a step; for example: Select
a
White Balance (represents select
a
, and then
White Balance).
*
Annotation
Abbreviations used in this manual
Abbreviation Definition
AEL
Auto Exposure Lock
AF
Auto Focus
DIS
Digital Image Stabilization
DPOF
Digital Print Order Format
EV
Exposure Value
OIS
Optical Image Stabilization
WB
White Balance
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Pressing the shutter
Half-press [t Shutter]: press the shutter halfway down
Press [t Shutter]: press the shutter all the way down
Half-press [Shutter] Press [Shutter]
Subject, background, and composition
Subjectt : the main object of a scene, such as a person, animal,
or still life
Backgroundt : the objects around the subject
Compositiont : the combination of a subject and background
Background
Subject
Composition
Exposure (Brightness)
The amount of light that enters your camera determines the
exposure. You can alter the exposure with shutter speed,
aperture value, and ISO speed. By altering the exposure, your
photos will be darker or lighter.
Normal exposure Overexposure (too bright)
Expressions used in this manual
8
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 t
Red-eye or Red-eye Fix. (p. 52)
If the photo has already been taken, select t
Red-eye Fix in the edit menu. (p. 87)
Photos have dust
spots.
Dust particles floating in the air may be captured in photos when using the flash.
Turn off the flash or avoid taking photos in a dusty place.t
Set ISO speed options. (p. t 55)
Photos are blurred.
This may be caused by taking photos in low light conditions or holding the camera incorrectly.
Press [t Shutter] halfway down to make sure the subject is focused. (p. 30)
Use the t
d
mode. (p. 41)
Photos are blurred
when shooting at
night.
As the camera tries to let in more light, the shutter speed slows.
This can make it difficult to steady the camera and may result in camera shake.
Select t
Night in the
s
mode. (p. 35)
Turn on the flash. (p. t 52)
Set ISO speed options. (p. t 55)
Use a tripod to prevent your camera from shaking.t
Subjects come out
too dark because of
backlighting.
When the light source is behind the subject or when there is a high contrast between
the light and dark areas, the subject may come out shaded.
Avoid shooting in front of the sun.t
Select t
Backlight in the
s
mode. (p. 35)
Set the flash option to t
Fill in. (p. 52)
Adjust the exposure. (p. t 65)
Set the metering option to t
Spot if a bright subject is in the center of the frame. (p. 66)
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Quick reference
Taking photos of people
s
t mode > Beauty Shot, Portrait, Children
f
35
Red-eyet , Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye)
f
52
Face Detectiont
f
60
Taking photos at night or in the dark
s
t mode > Night, Dawn, Fireworks
f
35
Flash options t
f
52
ISO speed (to adjust the sensitivity to light) t
f
55
Taking action photos
S
t mode
f
50
Continuoust
f
50
Taking photos of text, insects, or
flowers
s
t mode > Close Up, Text
f
35
t Macro, Auto Macro, Manual Focus (to take close-up
photos)
f
56
White Balancet (to change the color tone)
f
67
Adjusting the exposure (brightness)
WB BKTt (to take 3 photos of the same scene with
different white balance)
f
50
AE BKTt (to take 3 photos of the same scene with
different exposure settings)
f
50
ISO speed (to adjust the sensitivity to light) t
f
55
EVt (to adjust exposure)
f
65
Meteringt
f
66
Applying a different effect
PSS BKTt (to take 9 photos of the same scene with
different photo styles)
f
50
Photo styles (to apply tones) t
f
71
Smart filter effects t
f
72
Image adjustment (to adjust saturation, sharpness, or t
contrast)
f
73
Reducing camera shake
Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) t
f
29
d
t mode
f
41
Viewing files by category in t
Smart Album
f
78
Deleting all files on the t
memory card
f
80
Viewing files as a slide show t
f
81
Viewing files on a TV or HDTV t
f
89
Connecting your camera to a t
computer
f
91
Adjusting sound and volume t
f
104
Adjusting the brightness of t
the display
f
105
Formatting the memory card t
f
105
Changing the display t
language
f
105
Setting the date and time t
f
106
Troubleshooting t
f
117
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Contents
Extended functions
........................................................ 32
Using the Smart Auto mode .............................................. 33
Using the Scene mode ...................................................... 35
Using the Beauty Shot mode ................................................ 35
Using the Program mode .................................................. 37
Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority,
or Manual mode ................................................................ 38
Using the Aperture Priority mode ........................................... 39
Using the Shutter Priority mode ............................................. 39
Using the Manual mode ....................................................... 40
Using the DUAL IS mode .................................................. 41
Recording a video ............................................................. 42
Using the Smart Scene Detection mode ................................ 43
Recording voice memos ................................................... 45
Recording a voice memo ..................................................... 45
Adding a voice memo to a photo .......................................... 45
Basic functions
............................................................... 13
Unpacking ......................................................................... 14
Camera layout ................................................................... 15
Using the screen ................................................................. 18
Attaching a strap ................................................................. 18
Attaching a lens cap ............................................................ 19
Inserting the battery and memory card .............................. 20
Charging the battery and turning your camera on ............. 21
Charging the battery ............................................................ 21
Turning on your camera ........................................................ 21
Performing the initial setup ................................................ 22
Learning icons ................................................................... 23
Selecting options ............................................................... 24
Setting the display and sound ........................................... 26
Changing the information displayed ....................................... 26
Setting the sound ................................................................ 26
Taking photos .................................................................... 27
Zooming ............................................................................. 28
Reducing camera shake (OIS) .............................................. 29
Tips for getting a clearer photo .......................................... 30
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Contents
Shooting options
............................................................ 46
Selecting a resolution and quality ...................................... 47
Selecting a resolution ........................................................... 47
Selecting image quality ........................................................ 48
Using the timer .................................................................. 49
Using burst modes ............................................................ 50
Taking continuous photos .................................................... 50
Taking bracketed photos ...................................................... 51
Shooting in the dark .......................................................... 52
Preventing red-eye .............................................................. 52
Using the flash .................................................................... 52
Adjusting the ISO speed ...................................................... 55
Changing the camera’s focus ............................................ 56
Using macro ....................................................................... 56
Using auto focus ................................................................. 56
Using selection focus .......................................................... 57
Using tracking auto focus ..................................................... 58
Adjusting the focus area ....................................................... 59
Using face detection ......................................................... 60
Detecting faces ................................................................... 60
Taking a self-portrait shot ...................................................... 61
Taking a smile shot .............................................................. 61
Detecting eye blinking .......................................................... 62
Using smart face recognition ................................................ 62
Registering faces as your favorites (My Star) .......................... 63
Adjusting brightness and color .......................................... 65
Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) .................................... 65
Locking the exposure value .................................................. 66
Changing the metering option ............................................... 66
Selecting a light source (White balance) ................................. 67
Improving your photos ...................................................... 71
Applying photo styles ........................................................... 71
Applying smart filter effects ................................................... 72
Adjusting your photos .......................................................... 73
Using smart range ............................................................ 74
12
Appendixes
................................................................... 102
Camera settings menu .................................................... 103
Accessing the settings menu .............................................. 103
Sound .............................................................................. 104
Display ............................................................................. 104
Settings ............................................................................ 105
Error messages ............................................................... 108
Camera maintenance ...................................................... 109
Cleaning your camera ........................................................ 109
About memory cards ......................................................... 110
About the battery ............................................................... 111
Using optional accessories .............................................. 114
Using optional flash units .................................................. 114
Using an optional conversion lens ....................................... 115
Using an optional remote control ......................................... 116
Before contacting a service center .................................. 117
Camera specifications ..................................................... 120
FCC notice ...................................................................... 124
Index ............................................................................... 125
Playback/Editing
............................................................. 75
Playing back ...................................................................... 76
Starting Playback mode ....................................................... 76
Viewing photos ................................................................... 81
Playing a video .................................................................... 82
Playing voice memos ........................................................... 83
Editing a photo .................................................................. 84
Resizing photos .................................................................. 84
Rotating a photo .................................................................. 84
Applying photo styles ........................................................... 85
Applying smart filter effects ................................................... 86
Correcting exposure problems ............................................. 87
Creating a print order (DPOF) ................................................ 88
Viewing files on a TV or HDTV ........................................... 89
Transferring files to your computer (for Windows) .............. 91
Transferring files using Intelli-studio ........................................ 92
Transferring files by connecting the camera as a removable
disk
.................................................................................... 94
Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) .......................... 95
Transferring files to your computer (for Mac) ...................... 96
Using Samsung RAW Converter ....................................... 97
Installing Samsung RAW Converter ....................................... 97
Opening Samsung RAW Converter ...................................... 97
Using the Samsung RAW Converter Interface ........................ 98
Editing RAW format files ...................................................... 99
Saving RAW files as JPEG/TIFF formats .............................. 100
Printing photos with a photo printer (PictBridge) ............. 101
Contents
Unpacking
……………………………………………… 14
Camera layout
…………………………………………… 15
Using the screen
……………………………………… 18
Attaching a strap
……………………………………… 18
Attaching a lens cap
…………………………………… 19
Inserting the battery and memory card
……………… 20
Charging the battery and turning your camera on
…… 21
Charging the battery
…………………………………… 21
Turning on your camera
………………………………… 21
Performing the initial setup
…………………………… 22
Learning icons
…………………………………………… 23
Selecting options
………………………………………… 24
Setting the display and sound
………………………… 26
Changing the information displayed
…………………… 26
Setting the sound
……………………………………… 26
Taking photos
…………………………………………… 27
Zooming
………………………………………………… 28
Reducing camera shake (OIS)
………………………… 29
Tips for getting a clearer photo
………………………… 30
Basic functions
Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic functions
for shooting.
Basic functions
14
Unpacking
Check your product box for the following items.
The illustrations may differ from your actual items.
Camera AC adapter/USB cable
(AD44-00143A)/(AD39-00165A)
Software CD-ROM
(User Manual included)
(AD46-00335A)
Quick Start Manual
(AD68-04860A)
Rechargeable battery
(4302-001226)
Strap
(AD63-04468A)
Lens cap/Lens cap strap
(AD97-19036A)/(AD63-02591A)
Optional accessories
Camera case Conversion lens
(AD97-18678A)
Flash
(AD97-18489A)/
(AD81-08615A)
A/V cable
(AD39-00146A)
HDMI cable
(AD39-00179A)
Battery charger
(AD44-00164A)
Remote control
(AD59-00164A)
Memory card
Basic functions
15
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
Camera ring
Remove the ring and mount
an optional conversion lens
AF-assist light/Timer lamp
EV dial
POWER button
Remote control sensor
Flash
Eyelet for camera strap
Lens
Shutter button
Microphone
Mode dial
(p. 17)
Drive mode dial (p. 17)
HDMI port
Accepts HDMI cable
USB and A/V port
Accepts USB cable or A/V cable
Basic functions
16
Camera layout
Button Description
E
Lock the adjusted exposure value in Shooting mode.t
Protect the displayed file in Playback mode.t
Recorder
Start recording a video.
m
Access options or menus.
Metering
Change the metering option.
Button Description
Navigation
When pressing:
In Shooting mode
While setting
D
Change the display option
Move up
c
Change the macro option
Move down
F
Change the flash option
Move left
I
Change the ISO option
Move right
When rotating:
Scroll to an option or menu.t
Adjust aperture value in Shooting mode.t
Scroll through files in Playback mode.t
o
Confirm the highlighted option or menu.
Playback
Enter Playback mode.
Function
Access options in Shooting mode.t
Delete files in Playback mode.t
Status lamp
Blinkingt : When saving a photo or
video, being read by a computer or
printer, or out of focus
Steadyt : When connecting to a
computer or in focus
Display
(See this right table.)(See this left table.)
Flash release
Accessory shoe
Zoom button
Zoom in or out in Shooting modet
Zoom in on part of a photo or view files as t
thumbnails in Playback mode
Adjust volume in Playback modet
Open screens to adjust defined settings t
while setting
Speaker
Basic functions
17
Camera layout
Mode dial
Icon Mode Description
t
Smart Auto
Take a photo by letting the camera select a
scene mode it detects.
p
Program
Take a photo by setting options.
A
Aperture
Priority
Take a photo by adjusting the aperture
value.
(The shutter speed is set automatically.)
S
Shutter Priority
Take a photo by adjusting the shutter
speed.
(The aperture value is set automatically.)
M
Manual
Take a photo by adjusting both the aperture
value and shutter speed.
d
DUAL IS
Take a photo using options suitable for
reducing camera shake.
s
Scene
Take a photo using options preset for a
specific scene.
v
Movie
Check the configured settings to record
a video.
Drive mode dial
Icon Mode Description
g
Single
Take a single photo.
C
Continuous
While you are pressing [t Shutter], the
camera takes photos continuously.
The maximum number of photos depends t
on the capacity of your memory card.
]
10 Sec
Take a photo in 10 seconds.
[
2 Sec
Take a photo in 2 seconds.
B
Bracket
According to a bracketing option,
Take 9 photos with different photo styles.t
Take 3 photos with different white t
balance.
Take 3 photos with different exposures.t
Basic functions
18
Camera layout
Attaching a strap
Attach a strap to carry your camera conveniently.
Using the screen
Swing the screen outwards 180° and rotate it up or down for
high- and low-angle photos or self portraits. You can rotate the
screen a maximum of 90° downward or 180° upward.
180˚
90˚
Fold the screen when not in use.t
Rotate the screen only within the angle allowed.t
Basic functions
19
Camera layout
Attaching a lens cap
Attach a lens cap with a lens cap strap to protect the camera lens.
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