Samsung PL120 User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English)
Samsung PL120 Manual
 |
UPC - 044701015475
View all Samsung PL120 manuals
Add to My Manuals
Save this manual to your list of manuals |
Samsung PL120 manual content summary:
- Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 1
User Manual PL120/PL121 This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly. Ä Click a topic Basic troubleshooting Quick reference Contents Basic functions Extended functions Shooting options Playback/Editing Settings Appendixes Index - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 2
Avoid covering the camera or charger with blankets or clothes. The camera may overheat, which may distort the camera or cause a fire. If liquid or foreign objects enter your camera, immediately disconnect all power sources, such as the battery or charger, and then contact a Samsung service center. 1 - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 3
not use a damaged power supply cord, plug, or loose outlet when you charge batteries. This may cause a fire or electric shock. Do not allow the AC charger to come in contact with the +/terminals on the battery. This may cause a fire or electric shock. Do not force the camera's parts or apply pressure - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 4
connect cables, or improperly install batteries and memory cards, you can damage ports, connectors, and accessories. Keep cards with magnetic strips away from the camera case. Information stored on the card may be damaged or erased. Never use a damaged charger, battery, or memory card. This - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 5
are not allowed to reuse or distribute any part of this manual without prior permission. • For Open Source License information, refer to the 'OpenSourceInfo.pdf' in the provided CD-ROM. Outline of the User Manual Basic functions 12 Learn about your camera's layout, icons, and basic functions for - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 6
Select Shooting, and then select Photo Size). Annotation Abbreviations used in this manual Abbreviation ACB AEB AF DIS DPOF EV ISO WB Definition Auto Contrast Balance Auto Exposure Bracket Auto Focus Digital Image Stabilization Digital Print Order Format Exposure Value International Organization - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 7
Expressions used in this manual Pressing the shutter • Half-press [Shutter]: press the shutter halfway down • Press [Shutter]: press the shutter all the way down Exposure (Brightness) The amount of light that enters your camera determines the exposure. You can alter the exposure with shutter speed, - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 8
troubleshooting Learn to solve common problems by setting shooting options. The subject's eyes appear red. Red eye is caused by the eyes reflecting light from the camera the camera steady long enough to take a clear picture and may result in camera shake. • Select Night in s mode. (p. 34) • Turn on - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 9
, Sharpness, or Saturation) f 68 Reducing camera shake • Digital Imaging Stabilization (DIS) f 28 8 • Viewing files by category in Smart Album f 72 • Viewing files as thumbnails f 73 • Deleting files on the memory card f 74 • Viewing files as a slide show f 76 • Viewing files on a TV f 86 • Connecting - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 10
Camera layout 14 Inserting the battery and memory card 16 Charging the battery and turning on your camera ...... 17 Charging the battery 17 Turning on your camera mode 44 Using the Jump Shot Timer 44 Recording a video with the front display 45 Recording voice memos 46 Recording a voice memo 46 - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 11
ash 51 Adjusting the ISO sensitivity 52 Changing the camera's focus 53 Using macro 53 Using auto focus and color 60 Adjusting the exposure manually (EV 60 Compensating for backlighting ( Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode 70 Starting Playback mode 70 Viewing photos 75 Playing a video - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 12
Settings 96 Display 97 Settings 98 Appendixes 100 Error messages 101 Camera maintenance 102 Cleaning your camera 102 Using or storing the camera 103 About memory cards 104 About the battery 106 Before contacting a service center 110 Camera specifications 113 Glossary 117 FCC notice 122 - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 13
's layout, icons, and basic functions for shooting. Unpacking 13 Camera layout 14 Inserting the battery and memory card ... 16 Charging the battery and turning on your camera 17 Charging the battery 17 Turning on your camera 17 Performing the initial setup 18 Learning icons 20 Selecting - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 14
following items are included in your product box. Camera AC adapter/USB cable Rechargeable battery Strap User Manual CD-ROM Quick Start Manual Optional accessories Camera case A/V cable Battery charger Memory card/Memory card adapter The illustrations may differ slightly from the items - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 15
your camera's parts and their functions. POWER button Shutter button Flash Front LCD button Microphone Speaker Front display AF-assist light/Timer lamp Lens USB and A/V port Accepts USB cable and A/V cable Basic functions 14 Tripod mount Battery chamber cover Insert a memory card and battery - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 16
: When the camera is saving a photo or video, being read by a computer or printer, or out of focus • Steady: When the camera is connecting to a computer or in focus Main display Zoom button • In Shooting mode: Zoom in or out • In Playback mode: Zoom in on part of a photo or view files as thumbnails - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 17
battery and memory card Memory card Push the card gently until it disengages from the camera, and then pull it out of the slot. Insert a memory card with the gold-colored contacts facing up. Memory card Battery lock Slide the lock up to release the battery. Insert the battery with the Samsung - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 18
the battery and turning on your camera Charging the battery Before you use the camera for the first time, you must charge the battery. Attach the USB cable to the AC adapter, and then plug the end of cable with the indicator light into your camera. Turning on your camera Press [POWER] to turn your - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 19
Performing the initial setup When the initial setup screen appears, follow the steps below to configure the camera's basic settings. 1 Press [t] to select Language, and then press [t] or [o]. 4 Press [F] or [t] to select a time zone, and then press [o]. • To set the daylight-saving time, - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 20
Performing the initial setup 7 Press [D] or [c] to set the date and time, and then press [o]. 8 Press [D] or [c] to select Date Type, and then press [t] or [o]. Time Zone Date/Time Set Date Type English London YYYY/MM/DD MM/DD/YYYY DD/MM/YYYY Off Back Set 9 Press [D] or [c] to set a date - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 21
icons the camera displays on the screen change according to the mode you select or the options you set. 1 2 3 1 Status icons Icon Description Shooting mode Available number of photos Available recording time Memory card not inserted (Internal memory) Memory card inserted • : Fully charged - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 22
Selecting options or menus You can select options by pressing [m], and then pressing [D], [c], [F], or [t]. Press [o] to confirm. You can also access shooting options by pressing [f], but some options may not be available. 1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. 2 Select an option or menu. • To move up or - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 23
Balance option in Program mode 1 In Shooting mode, press [M]. 2 Select p. 3 Press [m]. Shooting Sound Front Display Settings Display Settings Exit Photo Size Quality EV ISO White Balance Smart Filter Face Detection Change 4 Press [D] or [c] to select Shooting, and then press [t] or [o]. 5 Press - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 24
does not emit any sounds. The camera emits sounds. Mode Shooting Playback Display Type Choices • Hide information about shooting, except for basic information, such as the available number of photos, the available recording time, and the battery icon. • Display all information about shooting - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 25
Capturing photos Learn how to capture photos easily and quickly in Smart Auto mode. 1 In Shooting mode, press [M]. 2 Select S. 3 Align your subject in the frame. 4 Half-press [Shutter] to focus. • A green frame means the subject is in focus. • A red frame means the subject is out of focus. 5 Press - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 26
a shooting option. Self-Shot Icon Description Front On: Turn on the front display. Self-Shot: View yourself on the front display while you capture a self- options, the front display will remain active. (p. 50) • When you use the camera in brightly lit or sunny areas, you may not be able to see the - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 27
. Zoom in Zoom ratio Zoom out The available zoom ratio for videos differs from photo zoom ratio. Digital zoom p s If the zoom indicator is in the digital range, your camera is using the Digital zoom. By using both the Optical zoom and Digital zoom, you can zoom in up to 25 times. Optical range - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 28
If the zoom indicator is in the Intelli range, your camera is using the Intelli zoom. Photo resolution varies by how on, the Intelli zoom will be turned off automatically. • Intelli zoom helps you capture a photo with less quality deterioration than the Digital zoom. However, the photo quality may - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 29
use the Digital zoom - there is too much camera shake - the shutter speed is slow (for example, when you capture night scenes) - the battery is low - you capture a close-up shot • If the camera is hit or dropped, the display will be blurry. If this occurs, turn off the camera, and then turn it on - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 30
camera correctly Ensure nothing is blocking the lens. Reducing camera shake Set the Digital Image Stabilization option to reduce camera shake remains open longer and it may be hard to hold the camera steady long enough to take a clear picture. Focus frame • Press [Shutter] to capture the photo if - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 31
can reposition the frame to change the composition. When you are ready, press [Shutter] to capture your photo. • When you capture photos in low light Turn on the flash. (p. 51) • When subjects are moving rapidly Use the Continuous or Motion Capture function. (p. 64) Basic functions 30 - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 32
Extended functions Learn how to capture a photo, record a video, and record a voice memo by selecting a mode. Using mode 43 Using the Children mode 44 Using the Jump Shot Timer 44 Recording a video with the front display ... 45 Recording voice memos 46 Recording a voice memo 46 Adding a voice memo - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 33
scenes. 1 In Shooting mode, press [M]. 2 Select S. 3 Align your subject in the frame. • The camera automatically selects a scene. An appropriate scene icon will appear at the top left of the screen. The icons are listed below. Icon Description Landscapes Scenes with bright white backgrounds - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 34
depending on the shooting conditions, such as camera shake, lighting, or distance to the subject. • Even if you use a tripod, the camera may not detect the mode if the subject is moving. • In S mode, the camera consumes more battery power, because it changes settings often to select appropriate - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 35
Using the Scene mode In Scene mode, you can capture a photo with options that are preset for a specific scene. 1 In Shooting mode, press [M]. 2 Select s. 3 Select a scene. 4 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. 5 Press [Shutter] to capture the photo. Magic Frame - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 36
[Shutter] to focus. 7 Press [Shutter] to capture the photo. • In Magic Frame mode, the resolution is automatically set to . • When you connect your camera to a TV in Magic Frame mode, it automatically switches to Playback mode. You cannot capture photos in Playback mode. Using the Beauty Shot mode - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 37
more discernible by adjusting the depth of field. 1 In Shooting mode, press [M]. 2 Select s “ Object Highlight. 3 Position the camera according to the optimum distance displayed on the screen. • The optimum distance will vary, based on the zoom ratio you use. Back Move 9 Align your subject in the - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 38
. • The Object Highlight effect cannot be used with the Optical zoom at 3X or higher. • Digital zoom is not available in Object Highlight mode. • Use a tripod to prevent camera shake as the camera captures 2 consecutive photos to apply the effect. • The subject and the background should have a signi - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 39
adjusted automatically. 7 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. 8 Press [Shutter] to capture the photo. Use a tripod to prevent blurry photos. Back Move Extended functions 38 - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 40
Using the Program mode In Program mode, you can set most options, except the shutter speed and aperture value, which the camera sets automatically. 1 In Shooting mode, press [M]. 2 Select p. 3 Set desired options. (For a list of options, refer to page 47.) 4 Align your subject in the frame, and - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 41
X 720 resolution and the camera saves recorded videos as MJPEG files. • Some memory cards may not support high definition recording. In this case, set a lower resolution. • Memory cards with slow writing speeds will not support high-resolution videos and high-speed videos. To record high-resolution - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 42
recording The camera allows you to temporarily pause a video while recording. With this function, you can record separate scenes as a single video. Stop • The camera automatically selects a scene and adjusts its settings. An appropriate scene mode icon appears at the top left of the screen. The - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 43
recognize an appropriate scene mode, it uses the default settings for the Smart Scene Detection mode. • The camera may not select the correct scene depending on the shooting conditions, such as camera shake, lighting, and distance to the subject. • In Smart Scene Detection mode, you cannot set smart - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 44
If you press the front LCD button when the power is off, the front display turns on for an Easy Self Shot. Because the main display is off, the camera consumes less battery power and you can prevent others from viewing the main display. • The camera will turn off when you press the front LCD button - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 45
] to focus. 4 Press [Shutter] to capture the photo. • You can download animations from the Samsung website or transfer them from Intelli-studio. (p. 89) Visit www.samsung.com for more information. • You can use Intelli-studio to edit videos you have captured and then play them on the front display - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 46
appears on the front display. • The camera will capture 2 photos in succession. If you are capturing photos using the jump shot timer in low light conditions or indoors, photos may appear dark. Recording a video with the front display v Recording a video in Self-portrait mode 1 In Shooting mode - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 47
You will get the best sound quality when you speak 16 in (40 cm) away from the camera. Recording a voice memory is available. Adding a voice memo to a photo 1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. 2 Select Shooting “ Voice “ Memo. 3 Align your subject in the frame, and then capture a photo. • The camera - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 48
eye 51 Using the flash 51 Adjusting the ISO sensitivity 52 Changing the camera's focus 53 Using macro 53 Using auto focus 53 Using tracking auto focus (My Star 59 Adjusting brightness and color 60 Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) ...... 60 Compensating for backlighting (ACB) ...... 61 - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 49
. Selecting a resolution As you increase the resolution, your photo or video will include more pixels, so it can be printed on larger paper or displayed on a larger screen. When you use a high resolution, the file size will also increase. Setting a photo resolution S p s 1 In Shooting mode, press - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 50
Selecting a resolution and quality Selecting a photo quality p s The camera compresses and saves the photos you capture in the JPEG format. Higher image quality settings will result in larger file sizes. 1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. 2 Select Shooting “ Quality. 3 Select an option. Icon - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 51
to delay shooting. 1 In Shooting mode, press [t]. Off 3 Press [Shutter] to start the timer. • The AF-assist light/timer lamp blinks. The camera will automatically capture a photo at the specified time. • The front display will start a countdown a few seconds before shooting. 2 Select an option - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 52
you are shooting in low light. Red-eye Fix: • The flash fires twice when the subject or background is dark, and the camera corrects red-eyes through its advanced software analysis. • There is an interval between the 2 bursts of the flash. Do not move until the flash fires a second time. Shooting options - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 53
. Do not move until the flash fires a second time. Auto: The flash will fire automatically when the subject or background is dark. Auto: The camera will select a proper flash setting for the scene it detects in Smart Auto mode. Available options may differ depending on the shooting conditions. • Flash - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 54
to prevent blurry photos. • Turn off the flash if the distance to the subject is less than 16 in (40 cm). 2 Select an option. Icon Description Normal (AF): Focus on a subject farther than 32 in (80 cm). Macro: Manually focus on a subject that is 2-32 in (5-80 cm) from the camera. 39-59 in - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 55
subject you want to track and press [o]. • The white frame means that your camera is tracking the subject. • The green frame means that your subject is in not select a focus area, the focus frame will appear in the center of the screen. • Tracking a subject may fail when: - the subject is too small - - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 56
Changing the camera's focus Adjusting the focus area p s You can get clearer photos by selecting an appropriate focus area according to your subject's location in the scene. 1 In - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 57
it is too bright or too dark - the subject is not facing the camera - the subject is wearing sunglasses or a mask - the subject's facial expression detected faces, they will be registered in the face list. • You can view registered faces in order of priority in Playback mode. (p. 71) Even though - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 58
Detection “ Blink Detection. When your subject smiles broadly, your camera can detect the smile more easily. • Hold your camera still while "Capturing" is displayed on the screen. • If Blink Detection fails, the "Picture taken with eyes closed." message appears. Capture another photo. Shooting - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 59
favorite faces. The Smart Face Recognition feature is available only when you use a memory card. 1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. 2 Select Shooting “ Face Detection “ Smart Face Recognition. • The camera may recognize and register faces incorrectly depending on lighting conditions, drastic changes in - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 60
exposure on those faces. This feature is available only when you use a memory card. 1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. 2 Select Shooting “ Smart FR same face twice, you can delete one of the faces in the face list. Viewing your favorite faces 1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. 2 Select Shooting “ Smart FR - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 61
adjust the brightness and color for better image quality. Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) p v Depending on the intensity of the ambient light, on an appropriate exposure, select AEB (Auto Exposure Bracket). The camera will capture 3 consecutive photos, each with a different exposure: normal - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 62
If a subject is not in the center of the frame, your photo may be improperly exposed. • Suitable for a subject with backlighting. Center-weighted: • Your camera averages the meter reading of the entire frame with emphasis placed on the center. • Suitable for photos with subjects in the center of the - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 63
Adjusting brightness and color Selecting a light source (White balance) p v 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 - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 64
, such as a piece of paper, under the lighting conditions in which you intend to capture a photo. The White Balance feature will help your camera reproduce the colors that are in the scene accurately in your photo. 1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. 2 Select Shooting or Movie “ White Balance. 3 Select - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 65
memory card. Icon Description Motion Capture: While you are pressing [Shutter], the camera captures VGA photos (6 photos per second; maximum of 30 photos). AEB: • Capture 3 consecutive photos, each with a different exposure: normal, underexposed, and overexposed. • Use a tripod to prevent blurry - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 66
filter effects to your photos and videos to create unique images. Miniature Vignetting high contrast, and strong vignette effect of Lomo cameras. Half Tone Dot: Apply a halftone effect. lens. Defog: Make image clearer. Classic: Apply a black and white effect. Retro: Apply a sepia tone effect - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 67
retro-looking colors, high contrast, and strong vignette effect of Lomo cameras. Fish-eye: Distort close objects to imitate the visual effect of fisheye lens. Defog: Make image clearer. Icon Description Classic: Apply a black and white effect. Retro: Apply a sepia tone effect. Negative: Apply a - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 68
5 Select an option. 6 Press [o] to save. • If you select Miniature when you are recording a video, the speed of the video will increase. • If you select Miniature when you are recording a video, the camera will not record sound. • If you select a Miniature, Vignetting, Fish-eye, or Defog while - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 69
Applying effects/Adjusting images Adjusting your photos p Adjust the sharpness, saturation, or contrast of your photos. 1 In Shooting mode, press [m]. 2 Select Shooting “ Image Adjust. 3 Select an option. • Contrast • Sharpness • Saturation 4 Adjust each value. Contrast + Description Decrease - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 70
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, or TV. Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode 70 Starting Playback mode 70 Viewing photos 75 Playing a video 77 Playing a voice memo 78 - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 71
will turn on and display the most recent file. 2 Press [F] or [t] to scroll through files. • Press and hold [F] or [t] to scroll through files quickly. • If you want to view files stored in the internal memory, remove your memory card. • The camera will not properly play back files of unsupported sizes - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 72
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Video file information Play Capture Icon Description Video file Video length Ranking your favorite faces You 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, - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 73
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Canceling your favorite faces You can delete 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 File Options “ Face List Edit “ Delete. 3 Select a face, and - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 74
photos or videos in Playback mode 4 Press [F] or [t] to scroll through files. • Press and hold [F] or [t] to scroll through files quickly. 5 Press [o] to return to the normal view. • It may take some time for the camera to open Smart Album, change the category, or reorganize files. • The front display - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 75
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Protecting files Protect your files from accidental deletion. 1 In Playback mode, press [m]. 2 Select File Options “ Protect “ Select. • To protect all files, select - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 76
, select Yes. Copying files to a memory card Copy files from the internal memory to a memory card. 1 In Playback mode, press [m]. 2 Select File Options “ Copy to Card. 3 When the pop-up message appears, select Yes. Viewing photos Enlarge part of a photo or view photos as a slide show. Enlarging - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 77
will be saved as a new file). When you view photos that were captured by another camera, the zoom ratio may differ. Playing a slide show Apply effects and audio to a slide show of your photos. The slide show function does not work for videos or voice memos. 1 In Playback mode, press [m]. 2 Select - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 78
show and switch to Playback mode. Playing a video In Playback mode, you can view a video, and then capture parts of the playing video. You can save the captured segments as new files. 1 In Playback mode, select a video, and then press [o]. 2 View the video. Pause To Scan backward Pause or resume - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 79
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. • The captured image is saved as a new file. Playing a voice memo Listening - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 80
Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode Adding a voice memo to a photo 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [m]. 2 Select File Options “ Voice Memo “ On. 3 Press [Shutter] to - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 81
lower resolution. Photos that you rotate or resize manually are not automatically converted to a lower resolution. Resizing photos Change the size of a photo and save it as a new file. You can also select a photo to be displayed when the camera turns on. 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 82
retro-looking colors, high contrast, and strong vignette effect of Lomo cameras. Icon Description Soft-Focus: Hide facial imperfections or apply dreamy effect of a fisheye lens. Defog: Make image clearer. Classic: Apply a black and white effect. Retro: Apply a sepia tone effect. Negative: Apply a - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 83
, or saturation and 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. Adjusting dark subjects (ACB) 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 84
Editing a photo Retouching faces 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [m]. 2 Select Edit “ Image Adjust “ Face Retouch. 3 Select a level. • As the number increases, the skin tone becomes brighter. 4 Press [o] to save. Adjusting brightness, contrast, or saturation 1 In Playback mode, - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 85
, press [D] or [c] to select the print size, and then press [o]. Creating a print order (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 DPOFcompatible printers - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 86
-up message appears, select Yes. • You can take the memory card to a print shop that supports DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) or you can print photos directly through a stored in the internal memory. • If you specify the print size, you can print photos only with DPOF 1.1-compatible printers. - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 87
Turn on your camera. • The camera automatically enters into Playback mode when you connect it to a TV. 8 View photos or play videos using the camera buttons. • Depending on the TV model, you may see some digital noise or part of an image may not appear. • Images may not be centered on the TV screen - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 88
X 1024 pixels, 32-bit color display recommended) • USB 2.0 port • nVIDIA Geforce 7600GT or higher/ATI X1600 videos. • Install DirectX 9.0c or above before you use the program. • Your computer must be running Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, or Mac OS 10.4 or higher for you to connect the camera - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 89
to your computer with the USB cable. The battery will charge while the camera is connected to a computer with the USB cable. 1 In Shooting or Playback mode, press [m]. 2 Select Settings “ PC Software “ On. 3 Turn off the camera. 4 Connect the camera to your computer with the USB cable. You must plug - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 90
Tool “ Install Intelli-studio on PC. • You cannot edit files directly on the camera. Transfer files to a folder on your computer before editing. • Intelli-studio supports the following formats: - Videos: MP4 (Video: H.264, Audio: AAC), WMV (WMV 7/8/9), AVI (MJPEG) - Photos: JPG, GIF, BMP, PNG, TIFF - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 91
1 In Shooting or Playback mode, press [m]. 2 Select Settings “ PC Software “ Off. 3 Turn off the camera. 4 Connect the camera to your computer with the USB cable. You must plug the end of the cable with the indicator light (S) into your camera. If the cable is reversed, it may damage your files. The - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 92
Transferring files to your Windows computer 5 Turn on the camera. • The computer recognizes the camera automatically. If you set the USB option to Select Mode, select Computer in the pop-up window. 6 On your computer, select My Computer “ Removable Disk “ DCIM “ - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 93
computer without installing any programs. Mac OS 10.4 or later is supported. 1 Connect your camera to a Macintosh computer with the USB cable. You must plug the end of the cable with the indicator light (S) into your camera. If the cable is reversed, it may damage your files. The manufacturer is not - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 94
printer, and then connect your camera to the printer with the USB cable. Configuring print settings Press [m] to configure print settings. Images Size Layout Type Quality One Photo Auto Auto Auto Auto Exit Print 4 If the camera is off, press [POWER] or [P] to turn it on. • The printer recognizes - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 95
Settings Refer to options to configure your camera's settings. Settings menu 95 Accessing the settings menu 95 Sound 96 Front Display Settings 96 Display 97 Settings 98 - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 96
the main display settings. (p. 97) Settings Customize the settings for the camera system, such as memory format, default file name, and USB mode. (p. 98) You can customize the front display settings only when Off Low Medium High Back Set 5 Press [m] to return to the previous screen. Settings 95 - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 97
on (for shop display). (Off*, On) Front Display Demo • In Demo mode, you cannot capture photos or record videos. Press [Shutter] to switch to Shooting mode. • The Demo mode is not available if you turn on the camera in Playback mode or when the camera is connected to another device. Settings 96 - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 98
in the internal memory at a time. • If you select a new photo as a User Image or reset your camera, the camera will delete the current image. Adjust the brightness of the screen. (Auto*, Dark, Normal, Bright) Normal is fixed in Playback mode even if you have selected Auto. Item Quick View Power Save - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 99
files. (Yes, No) Errors can occur if you use a memory card formatted by another brand of camera, a memory card reader, or a computer. Please format memory cards in the camera before using them to capture photos. Reset menus and shooting options (date and time, language, and video output settings will - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 100
not change when you replace the battery. • The camera will not automatically turn off when the camera is connected to a computer or printer, when you are playing a slide show or videos, and when you are recording a voice memo. Item Video Out AF Lamp USB PC Software * Default Description Set the - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 101
Appendixes Get information about error messages, specifications, and maintenance. Error messages 101 Camera maintenance 102 Cleaning your camera 102 Using or storing the camera 103 About memory cards 104 About the battery 106 Before contacting a service center 110 Camera specifications 113 - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 102
Card Error Card not supported. DCF Full Error File Error File system not supported. Low Battery Memory Full No Image File Suggested remedies • Turn off your camera, and then turn it on again. • Remove your memory card, and then insert it again. • Format your memory card. The inserted memory card - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 103
and wipe the lens gently with a soft cloth. If any dust remains, apply lens cleaning liquid to a piece of lens cleaning paper and wipe gently. Camera body Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. • Never use benzene, thinners, or alcohol to clean the device. These solutions can damage the - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 104
as the camera or its accessories. • Do not store the camera where there are mothballs. Using on beaches or shores • Protect your camera from sand and dirt when you use it on beaches or in other similar areas. • Your camera is not waterproof. Do not handle the battery, adapter, or memory card with - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 105
fied service is not covered by your warranty. About memory cards Supported memory cards Your camera supports microSD (Secure Digital) or microSDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) memory cards. To read data with a PC or memory card reader, insert the memory card into a memory card adapter. Appendixes - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 106
may damage your camera and memory card. • Do not use memory cards that have been formatted by other cameras or by a computer. Reformat the memory card with your camera. • Turn off the camera when you insert or remove the memory card. • Do not remove the memory card or turn off your camera while the - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 107
or DVD. • When you use the camera for an extended period, the memory card may become warm. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. The manufacturer is not responsible for any loss of data. About the battery Use only Samsung-approved batteries. Battery specifications Specification Model - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 108
can reduce the charging capacity of your batteries and can cause memory cards to malfunction. • When you use the camera for an extended period, the area around the battery chamber may become warm. This does not affect the normal use of the camera. • Do not pull the power supply cord to disconnect - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 109
• Use only the provided USB cable. • The battery may not charge when: - you use a USB hub - other USB devices are connected to your computer - you connect the cable to the port on the front side of your computer - the USB port of your computer does not support the power output standard (5 V, 500 mA - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 110
abnormalities in the battery, immediately discontinue use of the battery and contact a service center. • Use only authentic, manufacturer-recommend battery chargers and adapters and charge the battery only by the methods described in this user manual. • Do not place the battery near heating devices - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 111
problems with your device, contact your local dealer or service center. When you leave your camera at a service center, be sure to also leave the other components that may have contributed to the malfunction, such as the memory card and battery. Situation Cannot turn on the camera The power turns - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 112
your camera screen, use your camera in moderate temperatures. • Turn off your camera and then turn it on again. • Remove your memory card and insert it again. • Format your memory card. See "Cautions when using memory cards" for more detail. (p. 105) If you change the name of a file, your camera may - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 113
• Make sure that the camera is correctly connected to the TV with the A/V cable. • Make sure that your memory card contains photos. • Make sure that the USB cable is connected correctly. • Make sure that your camera is switched on. • Make sure that you are using a supported operating system. The file - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 114
Camera specifications Image sensor Type Effective pixels Total pixels Lens Focal length F-stop range Digital zoom Display Type Feature 1/2.3" (Approximately 7.76 mm) CCD Approximately 14.2 mega-pixels Approximately 14.4 mega-pixels Samsung Lens f = 4.7 mm-23.5 mm (35 mm film equivalent: 26 mm-130 mm - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 115
, Continuous, Motion Capture, AEB • Timer: 10 Sec, 2 Sec, Double (10 Sec, 2 Sec) Videos • Modes: Smart Scene Detection (Landscape, Blue Sky, Natural Green, Sunset), Movie • Format: MJPEG (Max recording time: 11 min) • Size: 1280 X 720 HQ Fine, 640 X 480 Normal, 320 X 240 Normal • Frame Rate: 30 - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 116
• External memory (Optional): microSD card (up to 2 GB guaranteed), microSDHC card (up to 8 GB guaranteed) Internal memory capacity may not match these specifications. File format Image size • DCF, EXIF 2.21, DPOF 1.1, PictBridge 1.0 • Still Image: JPEG (DCF) • Movie Clip: AVI (Video: MJPEG, Audio - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 117
Camera specifications Interface Digital output connector USB 2.0 Audio input/output Internal speaker (Mono), Microphone (Mono) Video output A/V: NTSC, PAL (selectable) DC power input connector 20 pin, 4.2 V Power source Rechargeable battery Lithium-ion battery (BP70A, 740 mAh: Min 700 mAh) - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 118
. DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) A specification to define a file format and file system for digital cameras created by the Japan Electronics DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) A format for writing printing information, such as selected images and number of prints, on a memory card. DPOF - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 119
result in wider angles of view. Image sensor The physical part of a digital camera that contains a photosite for each pixel in the image. Each photosite records the brightness of the light that strikes it during an exposure. Common sensor types are CCD (Charge-coupled Device) and CMOS (Complementary - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 120
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. MJPEG (Motion JPEG) A video format which is compressed as a JPEG image. Noise Misinterpreted pixels in a digital image that may appear as - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 121
, and blue), in an image. The goal of adjusting the white balance, or color balance, is to correctly render the colors in an image. Appendixes 120 - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 122
accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessories (e.g. charger, headset, USB cable reuse of material resources. Household users should contact either the retailer battery return systems) This marking on the battery, manual or packaging indicates that the batteries - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 123
of Conformity Trade Name : Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Model No. : Samsung PL120/PL121 Responsible Party : Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Address : 85 Challenger Road, Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660 Telephone No. : 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) This device complies with Part 15 of the - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 124
(AEB) 64 A/V port 14 B Battery caution 107 charging 17 inserting 16 Beauty Shot mode 35 Blink Digital Image Stabilization (DIS) 28 Digital Print Order Format 84 Digital zoom 27 Disconnecting the camera 91 Display brightness 97 Display type 23 E Editing photos 80 Editing videos 78 Enlarging 75 Error - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 125
mode 34 Memory card caution 105 Insert 16 Menu button 15 Metering Center-weighted 61 Multi 61 Spot 61 Motion Capture 64 My star cancelling 72 ranking 71 registering 59 N Night mode 38 O Object Highlight mode 36 Optional accessories 13 P PictBridge 93 Playback button 15 Playback mode 83 Power button - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 126
68 Scene mode 34 Self portrait mode 43 photo 43 video 45 Service center 110 Settings 98 Sharpness 68 Shooting portraits Beauty Shot les Mac 92 Windows 87 Tripod mount 14 U Unpacking 13 USB port 14 V Video playing 77 shooting 40 Video out 99 Viewing files slide show 76 Smart Album 71 thumbnails 73 TV - Samsung PL120 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 127
Please refer to the warranty that came with your product or visit our website http://www.samsung.com/ for after-sales service or inquiries.
-
1 -
2 -
3 -
4 -
5 -
6 -
7 -
8
-
9
-
10
-
11
-
12
-
13
-
14
-
15
-
16
-
17
-
18
-
19
-
20
-
21
-
22
-
23
-
24
-
25
-
26
-
27
-
28
-
29
-
30
-
31
-
32
-
33
-
34
-
35
-
36
-
37
-
38
-
39
-
40
-
41
-
42
-
43
-
44
-
45
-
46
-
47
-
48
-
49
-
50
-
51
-
52
-
53
-
54
-
55
-
56
-
57
-
58
-
59
-
60
-
61
-
62
-
63
-
64
-
65
-
66
-
67
-
68
-
69
-
70
-
71
-
72
-
73
-
74
-
75
-
76
-
77
-
78
-
79
-
80
-
81
-
82
-
83
-
84
-
85
-
86
-
87
-
88
-
89
-
90
-
91
-
92
-
93
-
94
-
95
-
96
-
97
-
98
-
99
-
100
-
101
-
102
-
103
-
104
-
105
-
106
-
107
-
108
-
109
-
110
-
111
-
112
-
113
-
114
-
115
-
116
-
117
-
118
-
119
-
120
-
121
-
122
-
123
-
124
-
125
-
126
-
127
 |
 |
This user manual includes detailed usage
instructions for your camera. Please read
this manual thoroughly.
Basic troubleshooting
Quick reference
Contents
Basic functions
Extended functions
Shooting options
Playback/Editing
Settings
Appendixes
Index
User Manual
PL120/PL121
Ä
Click a topic