Samsung HZ15W User Manual (ENGLISH)
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) Getting to know your camera Thank you for buying a Samsung Digital Camera. Prior to using this camera, please read the user manual thoroughly. If you require After Sales service, please bring the camera and the cause of the camera malfunction (such as battery, Memory card etc.) to the A/S centre - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 3
You must contact your dealer or Samsung Camera Service centre. Do not continue to use the camera as this may cause a fire or electric shock. Do not insert or drop metallic or inflammable foreign objects into the camera through access points e.g. the memory card slot and battery chamber. This may cause - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 4
Top 009 Back 010 Bottom 010 5 Function button 012 Connecting to a power source 015 Inserting the battery 015 Inserting the memory card 016 Instructions on how to use the memory card 018 When using the camera for the first time 019 LCD monitor indicator 020 Starting the Recording mode 020 Selecting - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 5
028 Focus lock 028 Using the camera buttons to set the camera 028 POWER button 029 Shutter button 051 Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settings 052 Command Lever 052 Flash Intensity 053 Movie clip capture function 058 On camera movie trimming 058 Playing back a recorded voice 059 - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 6
Album 075 Protecting images 076 Deleting images 076 DPOF 079 Copy To Card 080 Sound menu 080 Sound 080 Volume 080 Start up Sound 083 Display brightness 084 Quick view 084 Display Save 084 Settings 084 Formatting a memory 085 Initialisation 085 Recycle Bin 086 File name 086 Imprinting the recording - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 7
096 Setting up the application software 098 Starting PC mode 100 Removing the removable disk 101 Samsung Master 104 Setting up the USB Driver for MAC 104 Using the USB Driver for MAC 105 Specifications 107 Important notes 109 Warning indicator 110 Before contacting a service centre 112 FAQ 115 FCC - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 8
: AD63-02604A) Rechargeable battery (4302-001221) AC adapter (AD44-00131A)/ USB cable (AD39-00165A) Software CD (AD46-00249A) (see p.95) Sold Separately SD/SDHC/MMC memory card (see p.17) Remote Control (AD59-00164A) Camera case (AD69-01922A) HDMI cable (AD39-00160A) AV cable (AD39-00146A - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 9
Front & Top Mode dial Flash AF sensor/ Self-timer lamp Remote control sensor Lens 008 Zoom T Lever (Digital zoom) Zoom W Lever (Thumbnail) POWER button Speaker Microphone HDMI connection terminal HDMI connection terminal note To connect to the HDMI connection terminal, use the HDMI cable only. - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 10
Identification of features Back Camera status lamp LCD monitor Command Lever Fn / Delete button 5-function button Play mode / Print button E (Effect) button Shutter button USB / AV / DC terminal Camera strap 009 - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 11
Identification of features Bottom Memory card slot Battery holder Battery chamber cover Battery chamber Tripod socket 010 5 Function button Function Description / Information / Up button Flash / Left button Self-timer / Right button MENU / OK button Macro /Play & Pause / Down button - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 12
while saving the image data and turns off when the camera is ready to take another picture. When the USB cable is inserted to a PC Transmitting Data with a PC the camera mode setting. MODE Auto Program Manual DUAL IS SHOOTING mode Beauty Shot Scene Movie Smart Auto Frame Guide Night - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 13
supplied with the camera. Be sure to charge the battery before using the camera. SLB-10A rechargeable battery Specification Model Type Capacity Voltage Charging time (When the camera is turned off) SLB-10A Lithium Ion 1050mAh 3.7V Approx. 180MIN Number of images and battery life: Using the SLB - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 14
you can charge the rechargeable battery with the AC cable. Using an AC cable: Connect the AC adapter to the USB cable. It can be used as a power cable. Using a USB cable: Remove the AC adapter. You can download stored images to your PC (p.98) or supply the power to your camera through the USB cable - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 15
breakage of cable or camera. If the charging LED of the AC Charger does not turn on or blink after inserting the rechargeable battery, please check whether the battery is inserted correctly. If you charge the battery with the camera power on, the battery can't charge fully. Turn the camera off while - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 16
The battery is fully charged Low battery capacity (Prepare to recharge or use spare battery) Low battery capacity (Prepare to recharge or use spare battery) Battery empty. Recharge or use spare battery. Inserting the memory card Insert the memory card as shown. - Turn off the camera's power - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 17
memory card in its case when not in use. During and after periods of extended use, you may notice that the memory card is warm. This is perfectly normal. Do not use a memory card that is used in another digital camera. To use the memory card in this camera, format the memory card using this camera - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 18
Instructions on how to use the memory card The camera can use SD/ SDHC Memory Cards and MMC (Multi Media Cards). Card pins Write protect switch Label The SD/ SDHC memory card has a write protect switch that prevents image files from being deleted or formatted. By - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 19
using the camera for the first time Charge the rechargeable battery fully before using the camera for the first time. When the camera is turned time and language. Set up the date, time and language before using this camera. Setting up the language 1. Select the [Language] menu by pressing the Up - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 20
1 Optical/Digital Zoom bar/ Digital Zoom rate 2 Number of available shots remaining/Remaining time 3 Memory card icon/ Internal memory icon 4 Battery @ Icons Focus Frame 26 Histogram 27 Exposure compensation/ Camera shake Warning 28 Manual Focus ► 1/30 ► F3.3 / / p.31 p.45 - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 21
easy picture taking with minimal user interaction. 1. Insert the battery (p.15) taking note of 1 the correct polarity (+/-). 2. Insert the memory card (p.15). As this camera has a 21MB internal memory, it is not essential to insert the memory card. If the memory card is not inserted, an image - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 22
Manual mode The user can manually set both the aperture value and the shutter speed. 1. Select the Manual mode by using the 1 Mode dial. (p.20) 2. Point the camera image. Things to watch out for using the DUAL IS mode - The digital zoom will not operate in the DUAL IS mode. - If the lighting - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 23
Take a photo of portraits by setting options to clear facial imperfections. 1. Select the Beauty Shot mode by using the Mode dial. (p.20) 2. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using the LCD monitor. 3. Press the MENU button. 4. Press the Up/Down button to select [Face - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 24
conditions. Portrait Selecting the portrait mode will configure the camera with optimal settings for portrait photography. Children To take For taking pictures in cafes and restaurants. How to use the [Frame Guide] mode Set [Frame Guide] mode when you want someone else to take a picture for you - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 25
of the memory capacity allows. 1. Select the Movie clip mode by using the Mode dial. (p.20) 00:01:01 2. Point the camera towards the clips. (1280X720, 30 fps) H.264(MPEG4.AVC) is a standard for the digital video codec. It supports a high quality movie clip in a small file size. 1. Select the Movie - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 26
01 STANDBY Pausing while recording a movie clip (Successive Recording) This camera allows you to temporarily stop during unwanted scenes, while recording a same as those for Movie clip mode. 00:01:01 3. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using the LCD monitor. Press - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 27
on a detected type of scene. It will be helpful if you are not familiar with the camera settings for various scenes. 1. Select Smart Auto mode by using the 1 Mode dial. (p.20) 2. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using the LCD monitor. 3. Press the Shutter button - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 28
ash battery charge. memory capacity may vary depending on shooting conditions and camera settings. When the Flash Off or Slow synchro mode is selected in a low lighting condition, the camera shake warning indicator ( ) may appear on the LCD monitor. In this case, use a tripod, support the camera - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 29
halfway. When the green auto focus frame lights up, it means the camera is focused on the subject. Be careful not to press the Shutter button no operation during the specified time, the camera's power will be turned off automatically to save battery life. Refer to page 87 for more information about - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 30
recorded for as long as the available recording time in the memory allows. If you wish to stop recording, press the Shutter button to enable digital zoom (software tele). Stop moving the Zoom W/T lever to stop the operation of digital zoom (tele). In digital 5x zoom mode, digital zoom is disabled - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 31
[DUAL IS], [Beauty Shot], [Movie], [Smart Auto], and some Scene modes. Take care not to press the lens as this may cause a camera malfunction. The digital zoom cannot be used in movie clip shots. Select [Zoom Mute] from the recording menu during video recording to disable the recording of zoom sound - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 32
be possible to capture a good image. Take care when altering exposure. In [Manual] mode, you cannot control exposure by using the command lever. ■ Controlling ISO/ mode window. For detailed information on setting [ISO] 2008/12/01 PM 01:00 and [WB], refer to Page 44. - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 33
Function Description / Info ( ) / Up button While the menu is showing, the Up button operates as a direction button. If the menu screen does not appear, information or function descriptions of the current filming image (filming mode) can be accessed through the liquid crystal monitor by pressing the - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 34
it is difficult to get the automatic focus to work (for example in low light), you can manually control the focus. 1. Press the Macro button to enable manual focus. - Then the control bar for manual focus will appear. 2. Press the Left/Right button to control the focus as you want. Control Bar - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 35
~ 50 T: 100 ~ 200 Manual focus ( ) W: 5 ~ Infinity T: 100 ~ Infinity DUAL IS ( ) Normal W: 50 ~ Infinity T: 200 ~ Infinity Auto macro ( ) W: 5 ~ Infinity T: 100 ~ Infinity Normal W: 50 ~ Infinity T: 200 ~ Infinity When the macro mode is selected, be particularly careful to avoid camera shake. When you - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 36
. Flash range Normal Macro Manual focus Auto macro WIDE 0.5 camera until the second flash fires. Using the flash frequently will reduce the life of the battery. Under normal operating conditions the re-charging time for the flash is usually within 5 seconds. If the battery is weak, the charging - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 37
this mode when capturing images in a place or situation where flash photography is prohibited. When you capture an image in poorly lit conditions, the camera shake warning indicator ( ) will appear on the LCD monitor. Red-eye reduction When a shot with "Red-eye" is detected, this mode will reduce - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 38
operation, the self-timer function is cancelled. Use a tripod to prevent the camera from shaking. In Movie Clip mode, only the 10SEC self-timer will work flash, the delay (2 seconds) can be extended according to the flash charging status. When taking a picture using the self-timer, the self-timer lamp - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 39
with the exception of [Movie] and [Frame Guide] modes) Selecting the Motion Timer Pressing the Shutter Taking an image (after 2 sec.) *1: The camera detects the subject's movement 6 seconds after pressing your body or hands fully. In the following cases, the Motion Timer may not operate. The focus - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 40
for the remote control. Replace battery for the remote control in the local service centre. Use the CR 2025 3V battery. MENU / OK button MENU button - When you press the MENU button, a menu related to each camera mode will be displayed on the LCD monitor. Pressing it again will return the LCD - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 41
Fn button You can use the Fn button to set the following menus. ( : Selectable) Page SIZE p.41 FOCUS AREA p.41 FRAME RATE p.42 METERING p.42 DRIVE p.43 ISO p.44 WHITE BALANCE Aperture Value/ Shutter Speed FACE DETECTION p.44~ 45 p.45 p.46~ 47 Selectable menu may differ depending on - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 42
lower the number of shots available because high resolution images require more memory. Focus Area You can select your preferred Focus Area according to the the center of the LCD monitor will be focused. This camera selects all available AF points of the LCD monitor. Selection AF Focus on - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 43
the metering Multi method to take brighter pictures. Mode Icon Sub menu File Format Movie clip mode 60 FPS H.264 30 FPS H.264 15 FPS H.264 This file format complies with the DCF (Design rule for Camera File system). Icon Metering Mode Description Exposure will be calculated based on an - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 44
will be off automatically. If less than 30 pictures are available in the memory, the motion capture is not available. It is best to use a tripod time to save each image file is longer and blurring caused by camera shake may occur. In [Manual] mode, [High Speed], [AEB], and [Motion Capture] are - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 45
enabled only in [Program] or [Manual] mode. 044 Icon White balance Mode Description Auto WB The camera automatically selects the appropriate white balance tungsten (standard light bulb) lighting. Custom Set Allows the user to set the white balance according to the shooting conditions. - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 46
place a sheet of white paper in front of the camera so that the LCD monitor shows only white. 2. MENU the next picture you take. - The user configured white balance will be remain effective will set the shutter speed for 1 automatic exposure in manual mode. High shutter speeds can capture a 1/30 - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 47
or blink detection. FACE DETECTION Selectable modes: [Auto], [Program], [Manual], [DUAL IS], [Beauty Shot], [Scene] ([Portrait], [Children], the faster the camera can recognize the subject. When using the digital zoom, [Face Detection] is not available. In [Beauty Shot], [Frame Guide], [Portrait], - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 48
when the face is not in the center. 2. Start filming by pressing the Shutter button. The guiding sound can be set using the [Self-Portrait] Menu. (p.81) Smile Shot The camera automatically takes a picture 1 by detecting the face of the subject although you don't press the shutter button - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 49
E button will not operate in Voice recording mode, [Smart Auto], [Beauty Shot] and some [Scene] modes ([Frame Guide], [Night], [Text], [Sunset], [Dawn], [Backlight], [Firework], [Beach&Snow], [Self-Shot], [Food], [Café]). Even if the camera is turned off, the effect setting will be preserved. 048 - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 50
You can add various effects to the image without an image editing software. Press the E button in an available mode. 1. Select the . E (Effect) button: Image editing Press the E button in the [Program], [Manual] and some scene modes ([Portrait], [Children], [Landscape], [Close up]). Colour 1. - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 51
Up/Down button: Selects R, G, B - Left/Right button: Changes the values Move Color 0, Set Move 0, Set Press the E button in the [Program], [Manual] mode. Sharpness 1. Select the Sharpness( ) menu by pressing the Up/Down button and a bar for selecting the sharpness will be displayed. 2. Change - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 52
Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settings You can use the menu on the LCD 53 Normal - ACB Off On Menu Voice Scene Sub menu Off On Zoom Mute - Frame Guide Night Portrait Children Landscape Close up Text Sunset Dawn Backlight Firework Beach&Snow Self-Shot Food Caf - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 53
for the command lever on the back of the camera. - [Command Lever] Sub menus: [EV], The [Command Lever] feature is enabled in [Program], [Manual], [DUAL IS], or [Movie] mode. Selectable sub-menu and default value can vary depending on recording mode. 2008/12/01 PM 01:00 In [Auto], [DUAL IS], - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 54
ACB OIS Voice Memo Back Super Fine Fine Normal OK Set Mode Sub menu File Format Super Fine JPEG Still image Mode Fine JPEG Normal JPEG This file format complies with the DCF (Design rule for Camera File system). JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group): JPEG is the image compression standard - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 55
is stored on the memory card. RECORDING Command Lever Flash EVC Quality ACB OIS Voice Memo Back Off On OK Set 1 OIS function may not work sufficiently in the following cases. - To take pictures of a moving subject. - To take pictures with higher digital zoom values. - When camera shake is beyond - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 56
to resume the recording. 3. If you wish to stop recording, press the Shutter button again. A distance of 40cm between you and the camera (microphone) is the best distance to record sound. If the camera power is turned off while the voice recording is paused, the voice recording is cancelled. 055 - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 57
play back the images stored in the memory. If the memory card is inserted in the camera, all the camera functions apply only to the memory card. If the memory card is not inserted in the camera, all the camera functions apply only to the internal memory. Playing back a still image 1. Select the Play - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 58
the movie clip, press the Play & Pause ( ) button, and then press the Left or Right button. Video files (H.264 (MPEG4.AVC)) recorded with another camera cannot be played back. Movie clip capture function You can capture still images from the movie clip. How to capture the movie clip 1. Press the - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 59
Starting play mode On camera movie trimming You can extract desired frames of movie clip during the movie clip play back. If the running time is under 10 seconds, the - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 60
/01 !09 No. Description 1 Playback mode 2 Folder name & File name 3 Internal memory icon/ Memory card icon indicator 4 Battery 5 Histogram 6 ISO 7 Aperture value 8 Shutter speed 9 Flash 10 Image size 11 Recording date 12 DPOF 13 Protect 14 Voice Memo Icon 100-0010 / 80 - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 61
sound, Effect sound, Start-up sound and Shutter sound will not be generated. To cancel the Manner mode, turn on the camera by pressing the POWER button. Thumbnail ( ) / Digital Zoom ( ) Lever You can view multiple pictures, enlarge a selected picture, and crop and save a selected area of an image - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 62
set the camera Image enlargement 1. Select the picture you want to enlarge and move the Digital Zoom lever to the right. Then the selected picture will be digitally enlarged. appear on the LCD monitor. If there is not enough memory space to save the trimmed image, the image can't be trimmed. 061 - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 63
Off 4000X3000 2009/01/01 00:02:51 Play Ú3&8 Pause 00:00:05 ''Ü OK Stop 00:00:12 Play OK Stop 062 - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 64
OK button is used for confirming data that is changed by using the 5 function button. Delete ( ) button This deletes images stored on the memory card. By activating the Recycle Bin function (p.85) you can restore deleted photos. 1. Select an image that you want to delete by pressing the Left/Right - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 65
the resolution of only those files compressed in the JPEG 4:2:2 format. - The resized image will have a new file name. The [Start Image] image is stored not on the memory card but on the internal memory. - If a new user image is saved, one of the two user images will be deleted in order. - If the - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 66
E (Effect) button: Rotating an image You can rotate the stored images by various degrees. Once the playback of the rotated picture is finished, it will switch back to the original state. ROTATE 1. Press the Play mode button and press the E button. Move E Exit 2. Press the Left/Right button and - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 67
E (Effect) button: Colour Custom colour You can change the R(Red), G(Green) and B(Blue) values of the image. Custom Color ◄► Move OK Set - OK button: Selects / sets up the Custom Colour - Up/Down button: Selects R, G, B - Left/Right button: Changes the values Custom Color ◄► Move OK Set - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 68
E (Effect) button: Image editing Face Retouch When you recorded a person, you can retouch the subject's face. 1. Select ( ) by pressing the Up/Down button and a bar for selecting the [Face Retouch] will be displayed. 2. Change the Face Retouch by pressing the Left/Right button. 3. Press the OK - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 69
E (Effect) button: Image editing Noise effect You can add noise to an image to add a more classic feel to your photo. Add Noise 1. Select ( ) by pressing the Up/Down button and press the OK button. 2 The [Processing!] message is displayed and the image is saved as a new file name OK Set E Back - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 70
- p.79 This menu is available while the camera is connected to a PictBridge supporting printer (direct connection to the camera, sold separately) with a USB cable. Menu Tab Main Menu Images Size Layout Sub Menu One Pic All Pics Auto Postcard Card 4X6 L 2L Letter A4 A3 - Auto Full - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 71
notice. Page p.92 Starting the slide show ( ) Images can be displayed continuously at pre-set intervals. You can view the slide show by connecting the camera to an external monitor. 1. Press the Play mode button and press the MENU button. 2. Press the Left/Right button and select the [MULTI SLIDE - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 72
select the [Images] menu and press the Right button. 2. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the Up/Down button. [All]: All images saved in the Memory MULTI SLIDE SHOW Show Start Images Effect Interval Music All Smart Album are played back. [Smart Album]: Images are played back Back OK Set - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 73
Starting the slide show ( ) Setting play interval Set the slide show play interval. 1. Select the [Interval] sub menu by pressing the Up/Down button and press the Right button. 2. Use the Up/Down button to select the desired interval. 3. Press the OK button to save the configuration. MULTI SLIDE - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 74
On]. Protect Off On In [Smart Album], [On] is the default value. Delete DPOF Copy To Card 3. Press the Play mode button to switch to playback mode. Back OK Set 4. Move the Zoom until Smart Album screen appears. If the memory card is not inserted, [Smart Album] function will not operate. 073 - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 75
on the main color. Categorized depending on the sequence of recorded weeks. Categorized depending on the file type (e.g., picture, video, or voice) File Format Pictures, Videos, voice Searching or Deleting Files 1. Move the Thumbnail lever to the left in the Smart Album window. 2. Each time you - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 76
tab. And then press the Right button. PLAYBACK Voice Memo Smart Album Protect Delete DPOF Copy To Card Back Select All OK Set 2. Select a desired sub menu by pressing 100-0010 the Up/Down , but will NOT be protected from the [Format] function. 100-0010 Protect All? Unlock Lock OK Confirm 075 - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 77
camera's internal memory (i.e., not on the memory card) and it will not be deleted even if you delete all files on the memory card. DPOF DPOF(Digital Print Order Format) allows you to embed printing information on your memory card . Check that your printer can support the wide angle image when you - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 78
00 Images OK Set ►T 4. Press the OK button to confirm the setting. If an image carries DPOF instructions, the DPOF ( ) indicator will show. Index Images (except for movie clips and voice file) are printed image will be printed in index format. 4. Press the OK button to confirm the setting. 077 - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 79
Playback ( ) Print size You can specify the print size when printing images stored on the memory card. The [Size] menu is available only for DPOF 1.1 compatible printers. 1. Press the Up/Down button and select the [DPOF] menu tab. And then press the - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 80
any unnecessary files to free up space before inserting the memory card into the camera. When you move the images that are stored in the internal memory by doing [Copy To Card] to the card, the next number of file names will be created in the card to avoid duplication of the file name. - When the - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 81
default value. Menus are subject to change without prior notice. Sound ( ) Start up Sound You can select the sound that is activated whenever the camera is turned on. - [Start Sound] sub menus: [Off]*, [Sound 1], [Sound 2], [Sound 3] SOUND Volume Start Sound Shutter Sound Beep Sound AF Sound Self - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 82
Portrait This feature automatically detects the location of the face and optimises the camera settings to ensure a great self portrait. - [Self-Portrait] sub menus button is pressed down half way so that you can be aware of the camera operation status. - [AF Sound] sub menus: [Off], [On]* SOUND - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 83
set up basic settings. You can use the setup menu in all camera modes, except Voice recording mode. The menus marked * are set to choice of languages that can be displayed on the LCD monitor. Even if the battery is removed and inserted again, the language setting will be preserved. DISPLAY Language - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 84
first displayed on the LCD monitor whenever the camera is turned on. - [Start Image] sub menu: [Off]*, [Logo], [User Image] - Use a saved image for the The start-up image will not be deleted by [Delete] or [Format] menu. - The User images will be deleted by [Reset] menu. Display brightness You can - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 85
card. - A new memory card, or an unformatted memory card - A memory card that has a file this camera can't recognise or one that has been taken from another camera. - Always format the memory card using this camera. If you insert a memory card that has been formatted using other cameras, memory card - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 86
All camera menu and function settings will be restored to their default values. SETTINGS However, values for Date/Time, Language, and Video will not be changed. Format Reset still keeps the photos. When you format the built-in/external memory, all photos in the Recycle Bin are deleted. 085 - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 87
is assigned sequentially from 100 to 999 as follows: 100SSCAM 101SSCAM ~ 999SSCAM. Maximum numbers of files in a folder are 9999. The files used with the memory card conform to the DCF (Design rule for Camera File systems) format. If you change the image file name, the image may not play back. 086 - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 88
function switches the camera off after a set amount of time in order to SETTINGS prevent unnecessary battery drainage. Format Reset Off - Sub etc.) to which the camera is connected. PAL mode can support only BDGHI. Connecting to an external monitor When the camera is connected to an external - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 89
select the external or AV channel of the TV. - There will be a digital noise on the external monitor, but it is not a malfunction. - If the Off]: View files without using an HDTV remote control. [On]*: Control the camera with an HDTV remote control. SETTINGS File Imprint Power Off Video Out AF Lamp - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 90
AC cable to the camera first, before connecting the HDMI cable to the HDTV. HDMI cable As the above picture, do not use the AV cable at the same time if you connect HDMI to HDTV. When you connect HDMI to HDTV, please connect only HDMI cable and remove the AV cable. Setting the USB If the camera is - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 91
AV devices when using the TV remote control that supports Anynet+. When connected to the SAMSUNG HDTV, you can operate the playback functions by using the camera or the TV remote control. For more information about connecting the HDTV by using the HDMI cable, see page 89. In order to use the Anynet - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 92
PictBridge You can use the USB cable to connect this camera to a printer that supports PictBridge (sold separately) and print the stored images directly. Movie clips and voice files cannot be printed. ■ Connecting the Camera to a Printer Setting up the camera for connection to the printer 1. - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 93
Print Setting You can select the Paper Size, Print Format, Paper Type, Print Quality, Date Print, and Card 4x6 L 2L OK Set Menu Function Sub menu Size Set the size of the printing Auto, PostCard, Card supported on all printers. If not supported, the menus are still displayed in the LCD, but - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 94
print setting varies depending on the printer manufacturer. For your printer's default setting, refer to the user's guide that came with your printer. Software notes Please ensure that you read the instruction manual carefully before use. - Under no circumstances should all or part of either the - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 95
Windows For Macintosh USB support environment PC with processor better than Pentium III 500MHz (Pentium III 800MHz recommended) Windows 2000 / XP / Vista Minimum 256MB RAM (Over 512MB recommended) 250MB of available hard-disk space (Over 1GB recommended) Software support environment 1024×768 - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 96
] in the CD-ROM Drive. PDF documents of user manual are included in the Software CD-ROM supplied with this camera. Search the PDF files with Windows explorer. Before opening the PDF files, you must install the Adobe Reader included in the Software CD-ROM. Install Adobe Reader from the CD provided. If - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 97
Master in the order shown. 1. The auto run frame display. Click the [Samsung Camera Installer] menu in the Auto run frame. will Digital 2. Install the DirectX by selecting a button shown on the monitor. If a latest version of DirectX was installed on your computer, DirectX may not be installed - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 98
in the order shown. 5. After restarting the computer, connect the PC to the camera with the USB cable. 6. Turn on the camera power. The [Found New Hardware Wizard] will open and the computer will recognise the camera. If your OS is Windows XP / Vista, an image viewer program will open. QuickTime - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 99
mode". In this mode, you can download stored images to your PC through the USB cable. Camera settings for connection 1. Turn on the camera 2. Connect the camera and computer with the supplied USB cable. 3. Once the camera is turned on, the camera automatically recognizes the PC and is connected - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 100
Starting PC mode Downloading stored images You can download the still images stored on the camera to your PC's hard disk and print them or use a photo editing software to edit them. 1. Connect the camera to your PC with the USB cable. 2. On your computer's desktop display, select [My computer] and - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 101
on the Windows O/S.) 1. Check whether the camera and PC are transferring a file. If the camera status lamp blinks, please wait until the lamp will be removed safely. 7. Unplug the USB cable. 4. The [Stop a Hardware device] window will open. Select the [USB Mass Storage Device] and click the [OK] button - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 102
and save your images and movies with this software. It does not support H.264(MPEG4.AVC) movie clip. This software is only compatible with Windows. To run the Samsung Master, double click the Samsung Master icon on the desktop. Downloading images 1. Connect the camera to your PC. 2. A window for - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 103
editing an image. 3 Image display window: A selected image is displayed in this window. 4 Preview window: You can preview the changed image. A still image edited with Samsung Master can't be played back on the camera. Refer to the [Help] menu in - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 104
. Some movie clips that were compressed with a codec that is not compatible with the Samsung Master cannot be played back. Refer to the [Help] menu in Samsung Master for further information. Samsung Master does not support the playback and editing for the H.264(MPEG4.AVC) movie clip. - Movie clip - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 105
Setting up the USB Driver for MAC 1. A USB Driver for MAC is not included with the software CD as MAC OS supports the camera driver. 2. Check the MAC OS version during start-up. This camera is compatible with MAC OS 10.3 or later. 3. Connect the camera to the Macintosh and turn the camera power on. - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 106
steps - Recharging Time: Approx. under 5 seconds (new battery) - Soft+, Soft, Normal, Vivid, Vivid+ - Auto WB, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent_H, Fluorescent_L, Tungsten, Custom - Still Image • Mode: Auto, Program, Manual, DUAL IS, Beauty Shot, Smart Auto, Scene • Scene: Frame Guide, Night, Portrait - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 107
& Time, Off (user selectable) Storage - Media • Internal memory: 21MB • External Memory (Optional) MMC Plus (Up to 2GB guaranteed, 4bit 20MHz) SD (up to 4GB guaranteed) SDHC (up to 8GB guaranteed) * Internal memory capacity is subject to change without prior notice. - File Format • Still Image - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 108
) - HDMI 1.2: NTSC, PAL (user selectable) - Rechargeable battery: SLB-10A, 3.7V (1,050mAh) - DC Adapter: 4.2V, 20 pin connector Included battery may vary depending on sales region. - 105 X 61.4 X 36.5mm Weight - 225g (without batteries and card) Operating Temperature Operating Humidity Software - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 109
electricity. In this case, disconnect and re-connect the USB cable before trying the transfer again. Before an important event or going on a trip, you should check the camera condition. - Take a picture for testing the camera condition and prepare extra battery. - Samsung cannot be held responsible - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 110
that is holding some images. [ File Error! ] • File error. Delete the file. • Memory card error. Contact a camera service centre. [ Low Battery! ] • There is low battery capacity. Insert fresh batteries. [ Low Light! ] • When taking pictures in dark places. Take pictures in Flash Photography mode - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 111
image files. • The memory card has not been formatted. Format the memory card (p.84). • The memory card is exhausted. Insert a new memory card. • The memory card is locked. Refer to [Card Locked!] error message. • The camera's power is off. Turn the camera power on. • The battery is exhausted. Insert - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 112
instruction. (p.35-36) Incorrect date and time is displayed • The date and time have been set incorrectly or the camera has adopted the default settings. Reset the date and time correctly. A card error has occurred while the memory card is in the camera. • Incorrect memory card format. Re-format - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 113
. Turn off the camera, remove the USB cable, plug in the USB cable again, and then turn on the camera. Case 3 There is an unexpected error during file transfer. Turn the camera power off and on again. Transfer the file again. Case 4 When using the USB hub. There may be a problem in connecting the - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 114
same time as another USB cable. In this case, disconnect the other USB cable, and connect only one USB cable to the camera. Case 6 When I open Player 7.5 Install the "QuickTime Player 7.5" provided in the CD. (The QuickTime Player 7.5 supports the H.264(MPEG4.AVC) compression for videos.) → Plays - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 115
following site for downloading the DirectX.http://www. microsoft.com/directx If a PC connected with the camera stops responding while Windows is starting. In this case, disconnect the PC and the camera and Windows will start. If the problem happens continuously, set the Legacy USB Support to disable - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 116
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference user's authority to operate the equipment. ■ Declaration of Conformity Trade Name : SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC. Model No. : Samsung HZ15W Responsible Party : SAMSUNG - Samsung HZ15W | User Manual (ENGLISH) - Page 117
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