Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product SAMSUNG DV300F Samsung
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This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly . Click a topic Basic troubleshooting Quick refer ence Contents Basic functions Extended funct.
1 Prevent damage to subjects’ eyesight. Do not use the flash in close proximity (closer than 1 m/3 ft) to people or animals. If you use the flash too close to your subject’ s eyes, this can cause temporary or permanent eyesight damage. Keep your camera away from small childr en and pets.
2 Avoid covering the camera or charger with blankets or clothes. The camera may overheat, which may distort the camera or cause a fire. Do not handle the power supply cord or go near the charger during a thunderstorm. This may result in electric shock.
3 Caution —situations that could cause damage to your camera or other equipment Remove the batteries from your camera when storing it for an extended period of time. Installed batteries may leak or corrode over time and cause serious damage to your camera.
4 Health and safety information Do not force the camera’ s parts or apply pressure to the camera. This may cause your camera to malfunction. Exercise caution when you connect cables or adapters and install batteries and memory cards.
5 Copyright information • Microsoft Windows and the W indows logo are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. • Mac is a registered trademark of the Apple Corporation. • microSD™, microSDHC™, and microSDXC™ are registered trademarks of the SD Association.
6 Icons used in this manual Icon Function Additional information Safety warnings and precautions [] Camera buttons. For example, [ Shutter ] represents the shutter button.
7 Basic troubleshooting Learn to solve common problems by setting shooting options. The subject’ s eyes appear red. Red eye occurs when the subject's eyes reflect light from the camera flash. • Set the flash option to Red-eye or Red-eye Fix .
8 Quick r eference Capturing photos of people • Picture in Picture mode f 45 • Self Shot mode f 46 • Children mode f 48 • Beauty Shot mode f 50 • Intelligent Portrait mode f 51 • Red-eye/R.
9 Contents Extended functions .......................................................... 37 Using Basic modes ..................................................... 38 Using the Smart Auto mode ........................................ 38 Using the Program mode .
10 Contents Shooting options .............................................................. 60 Selecting a resolution and quality ............................... 61 Selecting a resolution .................................................. 61 Selecting an image quality .
1 1 Contents Playback/Editing ............................................................... 83 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode .............. 84 Starting Playback mode .............................................. 84 Viewing photos ......
12 Contents Settings ........................................................................... 128 Settings menu ........................................................... 129 Accessing the settings menu .................................... 129 Sound .
Unpacking ………………………………… 14 Camera layout ……………………………… 15 Inserting the battery and memory card … 17 Char ging the battery and tur ning on your camer.
Basic functions 14 Unpacking The following items are included in your product box. Camera AC adapter/ USB cable Rechargeable battery Strap User Manual CD-ROM Quick Start Guide Optional accessories Camera case A/V cable Memory card/Memor y card adapter • The illustrations may differ slightly from the items shipped with your product.
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 batter y T ripod mount Flash Len.
Basic functions 16 Camera layout Button Description Basic functions Other functions D Change the display option. Move up c Change the macro option. Move down F Change the flash option. Move left t Change the timer option. Move right Confirm the highlighted option or menu.
Basic functions 17 Inserting the batter y and memor y card Learn how to insert the battery and an optional memor y card into the camera. 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.
Basic functions 18 Charging the batter y and turning on your camera T ur ning on your camera Press [ POWER ] to turn your camera on or off. • The initial setup screen appears when you turn on the camera for the first time. (p. 19) T ur ning on your camera in Playback mode Press [ P ].
Basic functions 19 Performing the initial setup When you turn on your camera for the first time, the initial setup screen appears. Follow the steps below to configure the camera’ s basic settings. 4 Press [ D / c ] to select Home , and then press [ o ].
Basic functions 20 Performing the initial setup 6 Press [ c ] to select Date/Time Set , and then press [ t ] or [ o ]. Cancel Set Date/Time Set Y ear Month Day Hour Min DST • The screen may differ depending on the language selected. 7 Press [ F / t ] to select an item.
Basic functions 21 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 3 Shooting information Icon Description Current date.
Basic functions 22 Using the Home screen Y ou can select a shooting mode or access the settings menu by selecting the icons on the Home screen. No. Description 1 Current Home screen • Rotate [ Zoom ] to the left or right to switch to another Home screen.
Basic functions 23 Using the Home screen Icons on the Home screen <Basic> Icon Description Smart Auto : Capture a photo with a scene mode selected automatically by the camera. (p. 38) Program : Capture a photo with settings you have adjusted manually .
Basic functions 24 Using the Home screen <Scene> Icon Description Picture in Pictur e : Capture a background photo and insert a smaller photo or video into the foreground. (p. 45) Self Shot : Use the front display when you capture a self portrait.
Basic functions 25 Using the Home screen Setting W allpaper Set wallpaper for the Home screen with the desired image. 1 On the Home screen, scr oll to <Basic> . 2 Select . 3 Select Display W allpapers . 4 Select an option. Option Description W allpaper Gallery Select the desired wallpaper from the default gallery .
Basic functions 26 Selecting options or menus T o select an option or a menu, press [ m ], and then press [ D / c / F / t ] or [ o ]. Going back to the previous menu Press [ m ] to go back to the previous menu. Half-press [ Shutter ] to return to Shooting mode.
Basic functions 27 Selecting options or menus 4 Press [ D / c ] to select White Balance , and then press [ t ] or [ o ]. EV White Balance ISO Flash Focus Focus Area Exit Select 5 Press [ F / t ] to select a White Balance option. Back Select White Balance : Daylight 6 Press [ o ] to save your settings.
Basic functions 28 Setting the display and sound Learn how to change the basic display information and sound settings. Setting the option display view Y ou can hide or show the option display appearing in some modes. Press [ o ] repeatedly . • Hide the option display .
Basic functions 29 Setting the display and sound Setting the sound T urn the sound your camera emits when you perform functions on or off. 1 On the Home screen, scr oll to <Basic> . 2 Select . 3 Select Sound Beep Sound . 4 Select an option. Option Description Off The camera does not emit any sounds.
Basic functions 30 Capturing photos Learn how to capture photos easily and quickly in Smart Auto mode. 5 Press [ Shutter ] to captur e a photo. 6 Press [ P ] to view the captured photo. • T o delete the photo, press [ f ], and then select Ye s . 7 Press [ P ] to return to Shooting mode.
Basic functions 31 Capturing photos Zooming Y ou can capture close-up photos by adjusting the zoom. Zoom ou t Zoom in Zoom ratio When you rotate the zoom button, the zoom ratio shown on the screen may change inconsistently . T ur ning on the front display The front display helps you capture photos while viewing yourself.
Basic functions 32 Capturing photos Digital zoom The Digital zoom is supported by default in Shooting mode. If you zoom in on a subject in Shooting mode and the zoom indicator is in the digital range, your camera is using the Digital zoom. By using both the 5X Optical zoom and 5X Digital zoom, you can zoom in up to 25 times.
Basic functions 33 Capturing photos Setting Intelli zoom 1 In Shooting mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select Intelli Zoom . 3 Select an option. Icon Description Off : The Intelli zoom is deactivated. On : The Intelli zoom is activated. Reducing camera shake (OIS) Reduce camera shake optically in Shooting mode.
Basic functions 34 Capturing photos • OIS may not function properly when: - you move your camera to follow a moving subject - you use the Digital zoom - there is too much camera shake - the shutter .
Basic functions 35 Holding your camera correctly Ensure nothing is blocking the lens, flash, or microphone. 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 shutter speed automatically .
Basic functions 36 Preventing your subject fr om being out of focus It may be difficult to get your subject in focus when: - there is little contrast between the subject and background (for example, .
Extended functions Learn how to capture a photo and recor d a video by selecting a mode. Using Basic modes ………………………… 38 Using the Smart Auto mode ……………… 38 Using the P.
Extended functions 38 Using Basic modes Capture photos or record videos using basic modes. Y ou can also use the Scene mode and the Live Panorama mode.
Extended functions 39 Using Basic modes 4 Half-press [ Shutter ] to focus. 5 Press [ Shutter ] to captur e the photo. • If the camera does not recognize an appropriate scene mode, it uses the default settings for Smart Auto mode.
Extended functions 40 Using Basic modes Using the Smart Movie mode In Smart Movie mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings based on the scene it has detected. 1 On the Home screen, scr oll to <Basic> . 2 Select . 3 Align your subject in the frame.
Extended functions 41 Using Basic modes 1 On the Home screen, scr oll to <Basic> . 2 Select . 3 Set desired options. • For a list of options, refer to "Shooting options". (p. 60) 4 Press [ Shutter ] to start r ecording. 5 Press [ Shutter ] again to stop r ecording.
Extended functions 42 Using Basic modes Pause recor ding The camera allows you to temporarily pause a video while recording. With this function, you can record separate scenes as a single video. • Press [ o ] to pause while recording. • Press [ o ] to resume.
Extended functions 43 Using Basic modes Option Description Landscape Capture still-life scenes and landscapes. Sunset Capture scenes at sunset, with natural-looking reds and yellows. Dawn Capture scenes at sunrise. Backlight Capture backlit subjects. Beach & Snow Reduce underexposure of subjects caused by sunlight reflected from sand or snow .
Extended functions 44 Using Basic modes 5 W ith [ Shutter ] pr essed, slowly move the camera in the direction that will let it captur e the rest of the panorama. • When the viewfinder is aligned with the next scene, the camera captures the next photo automatically .
Extended functions 45 Using Scene modes Capture photos by using the front display or selecting appropriate modes for various scenes. 4 Press [ o ] to set the photo as the background image. • T o recapture a background photo, press [ m ]. Retake Move Frame 5 Press [ o ], and then press [ D / c / F / t ] to change the insertion point.
Extended functions 46 Using Scene modes Using the Self Shot mode Conveniently capture photos of yourself with the front display . 1 On the Home screen, scr oll to <Scene> . 2 Select . • Y our camera will automatically detect your face and display a frame to indicate the detected face.
Extended functions 47 Using Scene modes Capturing an Easy Self Shot If you press [ F .LCD ] when the power is off, the front display turns on in Easy Self Shot mode. Because the main display is off, the camera consumes less battery power and you can prevent others from viewing the main display .
Extended functions 48 Using Scene modes Using the Children mode The Children mode attracts children by showing a short animation on the front display . 1 On the Home screen, scr oll to <Scene> . 2 Select . • The front display will activate and play the preset animation.
Extended functions 49 Using Scene modes 4 Jump when the jump icon appears on the front display . • The camera will capture multiple shots. • If you are capturing photos using the jump shot timer in low light conditions or indoors, photos may appear dark.
Extended functions 50 Using Scene modes Using the Beauty Shot mode In Beauty Shot mode, you can capture a portrait with options to hide facial imperfections. 1 On the Home screen, scr oll to <Scene> . 2 Select . 3 Press [ F / t ] to adjust Face Retouch .
Extended functions 51 Using Scene modes Using the Intelligent Portrait mode In Intelligent Portrait mode, the camera detects the face of a subject and automatically enlarges the face, crops the photo around the face, and then saves the original photo and 2 portraits in 3 separate files.
Extended functions 52 Using Scene modes Using the Close-up Shot mode In Close-up Shot mode, you can capture close-up photos of subjects, such as flowers or insects. 1 On the Home screen, scr oll to <Scene> . 2 Select . 3 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [ Shutter ] to focus.
Extended functions 53 Using Magic modes Capture a photo or record a video with various effects. 4 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [ Shutter ] to focus. 5 Press [ Shutter ] to captur e the photo. In Magic Frame mode, the resolution is automatically set to .
Extended functions 54 Using Magic modes Using the Funny Face mode Capture a photo with effects that distort the face. 1 On the Home screen, scr oll to <Magic> . 2 Select . 3 Aim the camera at a face. 4 Select a desired ef fect. Panel off 5 Press [ m ].
Extended functions 55 Using Magic modes Using the Photo Filter mode Apply various filter effects to your photos to create unique images. Miniature Vignetting Fish-eye Sketch 1 On the Home screen, scr oll to <Magic> . 2 Select . 3 Select an effect.
Extended functions 56 Using Magic modes 4 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [ Shutter ] to focus. 5 Press [ Shutter ] to captur e a photo. Depending on the option you select, the resolution may change to or smaller automatically . Using the Movie Filter mode Apply various filter effects to your videos to create unique images.
Extended functions 57 Using Magic modes 4 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [ Shutter ] to focus. 5 Press [ Shutter ] to captur e a photo. • Repeat steps 4 and 5 to capture the rest of the photos. • T o recapture a photo, press [ f ].
Extended functions 58 Using Magic modes 4 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [ Shutter ] to focus. 5 Press [ Shutter ] to captur e a photo. • After capturing the photo, the video that shows how to apply the filter will begin automatically .
Extended functions 59 Using Magic modes Using the Motion Photo mode In Motion Photo mode, you can capture and combine a series of photos, and then select an area to be animated to create a GIF animation. This mode is available only when you insert a memory card into the camera.
Selecting a resolution and quality ………… 61 Selecting a resolution …………………… 61 Selecting an image quality ………………… 62 Using the timer ………………………….
Shooting options 61 Selecting a resolution and quality Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings. Setting the video resolution 1 In Video Shooting mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select Movie Size . 3 Select an option. Icon Description 1280 X 720 : HD files to play back on an HDTV .
Shooting options 62 Selecting a resolution and quality Selecting an image quality Set the photo and video quality settings. Higher image quality settings will result in larger file sizes. Setting the photo quality The camera compresses and saves the photos you capture in the JPEG format.
Shooting options 63 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 will automatically capture a photo after the specified time has elapsed. • The front display will start a countdown before shooting.
Shooting options 64 Shooting in the dark Learn how to capture photos at night or in low light conditions. Using the flash Use the flash when you capture photos in the dark or when you need more light in your photos. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ F ]. Back Select Flash Off Auto Red-eye Fill in Slow Sync Red-eye Fix 2 Select an option.
Shooting options 65 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.
Shooting options 66 Shooting in the dark Adjusting the ISO sensitivity The ISO sensitivity is the measure of a film’ s sensitivity to light as defined by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). The higher ISO sensitivity you select, the more sensitive to light your camera becomes.
Shooting options 67 Changing the camera’ s focus Learn how to adjust the camera’ s focus to suit the subject and the shooting conditions. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ c ]. Back Select Focus Normal (AF) Macro 2 Select an option. Icon Description Normal (AF) : Focus on a subject farther than 32 in.
Shooting options 68 Changing the camera’ s focus • If you do not select a focus area, the focus frame will appear in the center of the screen. • T racking a subject may fail when: - the subject .
Shooting options 69 Changing the camera’ s focus Adjusting the focus area Y ou can get clearer photos by selecting an appropriate focus area according to your subject's location in the scene. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select Focus Area .
Shooting options 70 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 . Use Blink Detection to detect closed eyes or Smile Shot to capture a smiling face.
Shooting options 71 Using Face Detection Capturing a smile shot The camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a smiling face. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select Face Detection Smile Shot . 3 Compose your shot. • The camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a smiling face.
Shooting options 72 Using Face Detection • The camera may recognize and register faces incorrectly depending on lighting conditions, drastic changes in the subject's pose or face, and whether or not the subject is wearing glasses. • The camera can automatically register up to 12 faces.
Shooting options 73 Using Face Detection 4 When you are finished capturing the photos, the face list appears. • Y our favorite faces are indicated with a on the face list. • Y ou can register up to 8 favorite faces. • The flash will not fire when you register a favorite face.
Shooting options 74 Adjusting brightness and color Learn how to adjust the brightness and color for better image quality . 3 Select a value to adjust the exposure. • The photo will be brighter as the exposure value increases. Cancel Set EV : +1 4 Press [ o ] to save your settings.
Shooting options 75 Adjusting brightness and color Changing the metering option The metering mode refers to the way in which a camera measures the quantity of light. The brightness and lighting of your photos will vary depending on the metering mode you select.
Shooting options 76 Adjusting brightness and color Selecting a White Balance setting 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 is appropriate for the lighting conditions, such as Auto WB, Daylight, Cloudy , or T ungsten.
Shooting options 77 Adjusting brightness and color Defining your own White Balance Y ou can customize the White Balance by capturing a photo of a white surface, such as a piece of paper , under the lighting conditions in which you intend to capture a photo.
Shooting options 78 Using burst modes It can be difficult to capture photos of fast-moving subjects or capture natural facial expressions and gestures of your subjects in photos. Also, it can be difficult to adjust the exposure correctly and select a proper light source.
Shooting options 79 Adjusting images Adjust the sharpness, contrast, or saturation of your photos. 4 Press [ F / t ] to adjust each value. Sharpness Description - Soften the edges on your photos (suitable for editing the photos on your computer). + Sharpen the edges to improve the clarity of your photos.
Shooting options 80 1 In Video Shooting mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select V oice . 3 Select an option. Icon Description Sound Alive On : T urn on the Sound Alive function to reduce the zoom noise. Sound Alive Off : T urn off the Sound Alive function. The camera can record the zoom noise.
Shooting options 81 A v ailable shooting options by shooting mode For details about shooting options, refer to "Shooting options". Smart Auto Program Smart Movie Movie Scene Live Panorama Pi.
Shooting options 82 Available shooting options by shooting mode Intelligent Portrait Night Shot Close-up Shot Magic Frame Funny Face Photo Filter Movie Filter Split Shot Artistic Brush Motion Photo Re.
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode …………………………… 84 Starting Playback mode ………………… 84 Viewing photos …………………………… 89 Playing a video ….
Playback/Editing 84 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Learn how to play back photos or videos and how to manage files. Photo file information File Information Memory in use Album/Zoom In Ico.
Playback/Editing 85 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Ranking your favorite faces Y ou can rank your favorite faces. The favorite face feature is available only when you insert a memory card into the camera. 1 In Playback mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select Face List .
Playback/Editing 86 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Viewing files by category in Smart Album View files by category , such as date, face, or file type. 1 In Playback mode, rotate [ Zoom ] to the left. • Y ou can also access Smart Album by scrolling to <Album> on the Home screen, and then selecting .
Playback/Editing 87 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Viewing files as thumbnails Scan thumbnails of files. In Playback mode, rotate [ Zoom ] to the left to view thumbnails (12 at a time). Rotate [ Zoom ] to the left once more to display more thumbnails (24 at a time).
Playback/Editing 88 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Protecting files Protect your files from accidental deletion. 1 In Playback mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select Protect On . Y ou cannot delete or rotate a protected file. Deleting files Select files to delete in Playback mode.
Playback/Editing 89 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Viewing photos Enlarge part of a photo or view photos as a slide show . Enlarging a photo In Playback mode, rotate [ Zoom ] to the right to enlarge a portion of the photo. Rotate [ Zoom ] to the left to zoom out.
Playback/Editing 90 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Viewing panoramic photos View photos captured in Live Panorama mode. 1 In Playback mode, press [ F / t ] to scroll to a desir ed panoramic photo. • The entire panoramic photo appears on the screen.
Playback/Editing 91 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Playing a slide show Apply effects and audio to a slide show of your photos. The slide show function does not work for videos and GIF files. 1 In Playback mode, press [ m ]. 2 Select Slide Show Options .
Playback/Editing 92 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode 4 Press [ m ]. 5 Select Start Slide Show . 6 View the slide show . • Press [ o ] to pause the slide show . • Press [ o ] again to resume the slide show . • Press [ o ], and then press [ F / t ] to stop the slide show and return to Playback mode.
Playback/Editing 93 Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Capturing an image from video 1 While viewing a video, press [ o ] at the point where you want to capture an image. 2 Press [ c ]. • The resolution of the captured image will be the same as the original video.
Playback/Editing 94 Editing a photo Learn how to edit photos. • The camera will save edited photos as new files. • When you edit photos, the camera will automatically convert them to a lower resolution. Photos that you rotate or resize manually are not automatically converted to a lower resolution.
Playback/Editing 95 Editing a photo Rotating a photo 1 On the Home screen, scr oll to <Album> . 2 Select . 3 Rotate [ Zoom ] to the left, and then select a photo. 4 Select Rotate an option. 5 Press [ c ] to save. Cancel Save Rotate : Right 90˚ • The camera will overwrite the original file.
Playback/Editing 96 Editing a photo Adjusting your photos Learn how to adjust the brightness, contrast, or saturation or how to correct the red-eye effect. If the center of a photo is dark, you can adjust it to be brighter . The camera will save an edited photo as a new file, but may convert it to a lower resolution.
Playback/Editing 97 Editing a photo 5 Press [ F / t ] to adjust the option. 6 Press [ o ]. 7 Press [ c ] to save. Adjusting dark subjects (ACB) 1 On the Home screen, scr oll to <Album> . 2 Select . 3 Rotate [ Zoom ] to the left, and then select a photo.
Playback/Editing 98 Editing a photo Creating a print or der (DPOF) Select photos to print and save print options in the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF). This information is saved in the MISC folder on your memory card for convenient printing on DPOF- compatible printers.
Playback/Editing 99 Viewing files on a TV Play back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV with the A/V cable. 7 T urn on your TV , and then select the A/V video source with the TV remote contr ol. 8 T urn on your camera. • The camera automatically enters into Playback mode when you connect it to a TV .
Playback/Editing 100 T ransferring files to your Windows computer T ransfer files to your W indows computer , edit them with Intelli-studio, and upload them to the web. • The requirements are recommendation only . Intelli-studio may not work properly even when the computer meets the requirements, depending on the condition of your computer .
Playback/Editing 101 T ransferring files to your Windows computer 6 T urn on the camera. • When the Intelli-studio installation pop-up appears on the computer screen, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
Playback/Editing 102 T ransferring files to your Windows computer Using Intelli-studio Intelli-studio allows you to play back and edit files. For details, select Help Help from the program toolbar .
Playback/Editing 103 T ransferring files to your Windows computer No. Description 1 Open menus. 2 Display files in the selected folder . 3 Switch to the Photo edit mode. 4 Switch to the Video edit mode. 5 Switch to the Sharing mode (to send files by email or upload files to websites, such as Flickr or Y ouT ube).
Playback/Editing 104 T ransferring files to your Windows computer Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) With W indows Vista and W indows 7, the methods for disconnecting the camera are similar . 1 V erify that the status lamp is not blinking. • The status lamp blinks when transferring files.
Playback/Editing 105 T ransferring files to your Mac computer When you connect the camera to a Macintosh computer , the computer will automatically recognize the device. Y ou can transfer files directly from the camera to the computer without installing any programs.
Playback/Editing 106 Printing photos with a PictBridge photo printer Print photos with a PictBridge-compatible printer by connecting your camera directly to the printer .
Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings ………………………… 108 Connecting to a WLAN ………………… 108 Using the login browser ………………… 109 Network conne.
Wireless network (DV300F/DV305F only) 108 Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings Learn to connect via an access point (AP) when you are in a range of a WLAN. Y ou can also configure network settings. Icon Description Ad hoc AP Secured AP WPS AP Signal strength Press [ t ] to open network setting options.
Wireless network (DV300F/DV305F only) 109 Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings Using the login browser Y ou can enter your login information via the login browser when connecting to some APs, sharing sites, or cloud servers. Button Description [ D / c / F / t ] Move to an item or scroll the page.
Wireless network (DV300F/DV305F only) 1 10 Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings • If you cannot connect to a WLAN, try another AP from the available AP list. • Y ou can also connect to free WLANs in some foreign countries. • A login page may appear when you select free WLANs provided by some network service providers.
Wireless network (DV300F/DV305F only) 1 1 1 Connecting to a WLAN and configuring network settings Entering text Learn how to enter text. The icons in the table below let you move the cursor , change the case, etc. Press [ D / c / F / t ] to move to a desired key , and then press [ o ] to enter the key .
Wireless network (DV300F/DV305F only) 1 12 Sending photos or videos to a smart phone The camera connects to a smart phone that supports the MobileLink feature via a WLAN. Y ou can easily send photos or videos to your smart phone. • The MobileLink feature is supported by Galaxy S smart phones with the Android 2.
Wireless network (DV300F/DV305F only) 1 13 Using a smart phone as a remote shutter r elease The camera connects to a smart phone via a WLAN. Use the smart phone as a remote shutter release with the Remote Viewfinder feature. The captured photo will display on the smart phone.
Wireless network (DV300F/DV305F only) 1 14 Using a smart phone as a remote shutter release 5 On the smart phone, touch and hold to focus. • The focus is automatically set to multi-AF . 6 Release to capture the photo. • The photo will be saved in your camera.
Wireless network (DV300F/DV305F only) 1 15 Using photo or video sharing websites Upload your photos or videos to file sharing websites. Available websites will be displayed on your camera. Uploading photos or videos 1 Access the website with your camera.
Wireless network (DV300F/DV305F only) 1 16 Using photo or video sharing websites • The maximum photo resolution you can upload is 2M, and the longest video you can upload is 30 seconds at resolution or a video recorded using . If the selected photo resolution is higher than 2M, it will be automatically resized to a lower resolution.
Wireless network (DV300F/DV305F only) 1 17 Sending photos or videos via email Y ou can change settings in the email menu, and send photos or videos stored on the camera via email. 6 Select the Email box, enter your email address, and then select Done .
Wireless network (DV300F/DV305F only) 1 18 Sending photos or videos via email If you lost your password, you can reset it by selecting Reset on the password setting screen. When you reset the information, previously saved user’ s setting information, email address, and recently sent email list will be deleted.
Wireless network (DV300F/DV305F only) 1 19 Sending photos or videos via email • Even if a photo appears to have transferred successfully , errors with the recipient’ s email account may cause the photo to be rejected or recognized as spam.
Wireless network (DV300F/DV305F only) 120 Uploading photos to a cloud ser ver Y ou can upload your photos to SkyDrive. T o upload photos, you must visit the Microsoft website and register before connecting your camera. 4 Login with your ID and password.
Wireless network (DV300F/DV305F only) 121 Using Auto Backup to send photos or videos Y ou can send photos or videos that you captured with the camera to a PC wirelessly . The Auto Backup feature works only with the Windows OS. Sending photos or videos to a PC 1 On the camera's Home screen, scr oll to <Wi-Fi> .
Wireless network (DV300F/DV305F only) 122 Using Auto Backup to send photos or videos • If the PC supports the Wake on LAN (WOL) feature, you can turn on the PC automatically by searching for the PC from your camera. (p. 126) • When you connect the camera to the WLAN, select the AP that is connected to the PC.
Wireless network (DV300F/DV305F only) 123 Viewing photos or videos on a TV Link-enabled TV TV Link is a technology for sharing media files between a camera and TV connected to the same AP device. With this technology , you can view your photos or videos on a widescreen TV .
Wireless network (DV300F/DV305F only) 124 Viewing photos or videos on a TV Link-enabled TV • Y ou can share up to 1,000 photos or videos. • On a TV screen, you can view only photos or videos captured with your camera. • The range of the wireless connection between your camera and a TV may vary depending on the specifications of the AP .
Wireless network (DV300F/DV305F only) 125 Sending photos using Wi-Fi Direct When the camera connects via a WLAN to a device that supports the Wi-Fi Direct function, you can send photos to the device. This feature may not be supported on some devices. 1 On the device, turn on the W i-Fi Direct option.
Wireless network (DV300F/DV305F only) 126 About the Wak e on LAN (WOL) feature With the WOL feature, you can automatically turn on or wake up a PC with your camera. This feature has been available for Samsung desktop PCs for the last 5 years (not available for all-in-one PCs).
Wireless network (DV300F/DV305F only) 127 About the Wake on LAN (WOL) feature Setting the PC to turn on 1 T urn on the PC, and then press F2 while the PC is booting. • The BIOS setting menu will appear . 2 Select Advanced tab Power management Setup .
Settings menu ………………………………………… 129 Accessing the settings menu ……………………… 129 Sound ……………………………………………… 130 Display .
Settings 129 Settings menu Learn to configure your camera's settings. 4 Select an item. Back Select Medium On Sound 1 Off On V olume Beep Sound Shutter Sound Start Sound AF Sound Sound 5 Select an option. Back Select Off Low Medium High V olume 6 Press [ m ] to return to the previous scr een.
Settings 130 Settings menu Sound * Default Item Description V olume Set the volume of all sounds. ( Off , Low , Medium *, High ) Beep Sound Set to emit a sound when you press the buttons or switch modes. ( Off , On *) Shutter Sound Set the sound the camera emits when you press the shutter button.
Settings 131 Settings menu * Default Item Description Display Brightness Adjust the brightness of the screen. ( Auto *, Dark , Normal , Bright ) Normal is fixed in Playback mode even if you have selected Auto . Quick View Set whether or not to review a captured image before returning to the Shooting mode.
Settings 132 Settings menu General * Default Item Description Device Information (DV300F/DV305F only) See the Mac address and serial number of your camera. Language Set a language for the display text. Time Zone Set the time zone for your location. When you travel to another country , select V isit , and then select the appropriate time zone.
Settings 133 Settings menu * Default Item Description Imprint Set whether or not to display the date and time on captured photos. ( Off *, Date , Date & Time ) • The date and time will be displayed on the bottom right corner of the photo. • Some printer models may not print the date and time properly .
Error messages ……………………………………… 135 Camera maintenance ………………………………… 137 Cleaning your camera ……………………………… 137 Using or s.
Appendixes 135 Error messages When the following error messages appear , try these remedies. Error message Suggested remedies Device disconnected. Network connection disconnected while transferring photos. Select a TV Link device again. File Error Delete the damaged file or contact a service center .
Appendixes 136 Error messages Error message Suggested remedies No Image File Capture photos or insert a memory card that contains some photos. Photo transfer failed. Network connection disconnected while transferring photos. T r y turning on the TV Link feature again.
Appendixes 137 Camera maintenance Camera body Wipe gently with a soft, dr y 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 .
Appendixes 138 Camera maintenance Storing for extended period of time • When you store the camera for an extended period, place it in a sealed container with an absorbent material, such as silica gel. • Remove the batteries from your camera when storing it for an extended period.
Appendixes 139 Camera maintenance • Paint or metal on the outside of the camera may cause allergies, itchy skin, eczema, or swelling for people with sensitive skin. If you experience any of these symptoms, stop using the camera immediately and consult a doctor .
Appendixes 140 Camera maintenance Memory card capacity The memory capacity may differ depending on shooting scenes or shooting conditions. These capacities are based on a 1 GB microSD card: Photo Size.
Appendixes 141 Camera maintenance • Prevent memory cards from making contact with liquids, dirt, or foreign substances. If dirty , wipe the memory card clean with a soft cloth before you insert the memory card into your camera. • Do not allow liquids, dirt, or foreign substances to come in contact with memory cards or the memor y card slot.
Appendixes 142 Camera maintenance Battery life Average shooting time/ Number of photos T est conditions (when the battery is fully charged) Photos Approximately 130 min/ Approximately 260 photos The battery life was measured under the following conditions: in Program mode, in darkness, resolution, Fine quality , OIS on.
Appendixes 143 Camera maintenance Cautions about using the battery Protect batteries, chargers, and memory car ds from damage Prevent batteries from making contact with metal objects, as this can crea.
Appendixes 144 Camera maintenance • If you reconnect the power cable when the battery is fully charged, the status lamp turns on for approximately 30 minutes. • Using the flash or recording videos depletes the battery quickly . Charge the battery until the red status lamp turns off.
Appendixes 145 Camera maintenance Personal injury or death can occur if the battery is handled carelessly or impr operly . For your safety , follow these instructions for proper battery handling: • The battery can ignite or explode if not handled properly .
Appendixes 146 Before contacting a ser vice center If you are having trouble with your camera, try these troubleshooting procedures before you contact a ser vice center . If you have attempted the suggested remedy and are still having problems with your device, contact your local dealer or service center .
Appendixes 147 Before contacting a service center Situation Suggested remedies The flash fires unexpectedly The flash may fire due to static electricity . The camera is not malfunctioning. The date and time are incorrect Set the date and time in the display settings.
Appendixes 148 Before contacting a service center Situation Suggested remedies The TV does not display your photos • Make sure that the camera is correctly connected to the TV with the A/V cable.
Appendixes 149 Camera specifications Range Wide (W) T ele (T) Normal (AF) 80 cm–infinity 250 cm–infinity Macro 5–80 cm 100–250 cm Auto Macro 5 cm–infinity 100 cm–infinity Shutter speed • Auto: 1/8–1/2,000 sec. • Program: 1–1/2,000 sec.
Appendixes 150 Camera specifications Flash Mode Smart Auto , Auto, Red-eye, Fill in, Slow Sync, Off, Red-eye Fix Range • Wide: 0.2–4.1 m (ISO Auto) • T ele: 0.
Appendixes 151 Camera specifications Playback Photos • T ype: Single image, Thumbnails, Multi Slide Show with Music and Effect, Movie clip, Smart Album* * Smart Album categor y: All, Date, Face Lis.
Appendixes 152 Camera specifications Dimensions (W X H X D) 95.2 X 56.5 X 18.3 mm (3.75 X 2.22 X 0.72 in.) (without protrusions) W eight 120 g (4.233 oz.
Appendixes 153 Glossar y Composition Composition in photography means arranging objects in a photo. Usually , abiding by the rule of thirds leads to a good composition.
Appendixes 154 Glossary Exposure The amount of light allowed to reach the camera’ s sensor . Exposure is controlled by a combination of the shutter speed, the aperture value, and ISO sensitivity . Flash A speed light that helps to create adequate exposure in low-light conditions.
Appendixes 155 Glossary Macro This feature allows you to capture close-up photos of very small objects. When using the macro feature, the camera can maintain a sharp focus on small objects at a near life-size ratio (1:1). Metering The metering refers to the way in which the camera measures the quantity of light to set the exposure.
Appendixes 156 Glossary Vignetting A reduction of an image’ s brightness or saturation at the peripher y (outer edges) compared to the center of the image.
Appendixes 157 Correct Disposal of This Pr oduct (W aste 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 accessories (e.
Appendixes 158 FCC notice Caution : Any changes or modifications in construction of this device which are not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Appendixes 159 CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BA TTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BA TTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (.
Appendixes 160 Declaration of Conformity and the Eco-Design Directive (2009/125/EC) implemented by Regulations (EC) No 278/2009 for external power supplies.
Appendixes 161 Declaration sentence in official languages Nation Declaration Cesky Samsung Electronics tímto prohlašuje, že tento digitální fotoaparát je ve shod ě se základními požadavky a dalšími p ř íslušnými ustanoveními sm ě rnice 1999/5/ES.
Appendixes 162 Declaration sentence in official languages Nation Declaration Malti Hawnhekk, Samsung Electronics, tiddikjara li din il-kamera di ġ itali hi konformi mar-rekwi ż iti essenzjali u ma' dispo ż izzjonijiet rilevanti o ħ rajn ta' Direttiva 1999/5/KE.
Appendixes 163 Index A AF-assist light Location 15 Settings 133 AF Lamp 133 AF Sound 130 Artistic Brush mode 58 Auto Backup 121 Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) Playback mode 97 Shooting mode 75 Auto Expos.
Appendixes 164 Index F Face Detection 70 Flash Auto 64 Fill in 65 Off 64 Red-eye 65 Red-eye Fix 65 Slow Sync 65 Focus area Center AF 69 Multi AF 69 T racking AF 69 Formatting 133 Front display Customi.
Appendixes 165 Sound settings 29 Split Shot mode 57 Start Image 130 Status lamp 16 T Thumbnails 87 Timer Shooting mode 63 Timer lamp 15 Time settings 19 Time zone settings 19, 132 T ransferring files.
Appendixes 166 U Unpacking 14 USB port 15 V Video Playback mode 92 Shooting mode 41 Video out 131 Viewing files Animated photos 91 Panoramic photos 90 Slide show 91 Smart Album 86 Thumbnails 87 TV 99.
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