Samsung PL200 User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English)
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User Manual PL200/PL201 This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly. Click a topic Common questions Quick reference Contents Basic functions Extended functions Shooting options Playback/Editing Appendixes Index - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 2
may explode when overheated. • Do not use a damaged power supply cord, plug, or loose outlet when charging batteries. This may cause a fire or electric shock. Keep your camera away from small children and pets Keep your camera and all accessories out of the reach of small children and animals - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 3
or adapters and installing batteries and memory cards. Forcing the connectors, improperly connecting cables, or improperly installing batteries and memory cards can damage ports, connectors, and accessories. • Do not insert foreign objects into any of your camera's compartments, slots, or access - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 4
. • Do not use memory cards that have been formatted by other cameras or by a computer. Reformat the memory card with your camera. • Never use a damaged charger, battery, or memory card. Use only Samsung-approved accessories Using incompatible accessories may damage your camera, cause injury, or - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 5
Source License information, refer to the "OpenSourceInfo.pdf" in the provided CD-ROM. Organization of the user manual Basic functions 11 Learn about your camera's layout, icons, and basic functions for shooting. Extended functions 26 Learn how to take a photo by selecting a mode and how to - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 6
Balance. * Annotation Abbreviations used in this manual Abbreviation Definition ACB Auto Contrast Balance AEB Auto Exposure Bracket AF Auto Focus DIS Digital Image Stabilization DPOF Digital Print Order Format EV Exposure Value OIS Optical Image Stabilization WB White Balance 5 - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 7
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, aperture value, and ISO speed. By altering the exposure, your photos will be darker or lighter. Half-press [Shutter] Press [Shutter - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 8
the air may be captured in photos when using the flash. • Turn off the flash or avoid taking photos in a dusty place. • Set ISO speed options. (p. 40) Photos are blurred. This may be caused by taking photos in low light conditions or holding the camera incorrectly. • Press [Shutter] halfway down - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 9
show 58 • Viewing files on a TV 66 • Connecting your camera to a computer 67 • Adjusting sound and volume 77 • Adjusting the brightness of the display 77 • Changing the display language 78 • Setting the date and time 78 • Formatting the memory card 78 • Troubleshooting 87 8 - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 10
the battery and memory card 15 Charging the battery and turning your camera on 16 Charging the battery 16 Turning on your camera 16 Learning icons 17 Selecting options 18 Setting the display and sound 20 Changing the display type 20 Setting the sound 20 Taking photos 21 Zooming 22 - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 11
with a PictBridge photo printer 74 Appendixes 75 Camera settings menu 76 Accessing the settings menu 76 Sound 77 Display 77 Settings 78 Error messages 81 Camera maintenance 82 Cleaning your camera 82 About memory cards 83 About the battery 84 Before contacting a service center 87 - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 12
battery and memory card ... ... 15 Charging the battery and turning your camera on ...... 16 Charging the battery 16 Turning on your camera 16 Learning icons 17 Selecting options 18 Setting the display and sound 20 Changing the display type 20 Setting the sound 20 Taking photos 21 Zooming - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 13
Check your product box for the following items. Camera AC adapter/USB cable Rechargeable battery Strap User Manual CD-ROM Optional accessories Quick Start Manual The illustrations may differ from your actual items. Camera case Memory cards A/V cable Basic functions 12 Battery charger - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 14
. • Zoom in on part of a photo or view files as thumbnails in Playback mode. • Adjust volume in Playback mode. Smart button Set to Smart mode ( , ) Flash Microphone AF-assist light/timer lamp Lens Speaker Basic functions 13 Tripod mount Battery chamber cover Insert a memory card and battery - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 15
layout Status lamp • Blinking: 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 USB and A/V port Accepts USB cable or A/V cable Attaching the strap 1 2 Button Description - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 16
the battery and memory card Memory card Push the card gently until the card disengages from the camera, and then pull it out of the slot. Insert a memory card with the gold-colored contacts facing up. Battery lock Push the lock up to release the battery. Insert the battery with the Samsung - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 17
the battery and turning your camera on Charging the battery Before using 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 PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 18
you set. A B C A. Information Icon Description Selected shooting mode Available number of photos Available recording time Internal memory Memory card inserted • : Fully charged • : Partially charged • (Red) : Charging needed Voice memo Icon Description Auto focus frame Camera - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 19
Selecting options You can select options by pressing [ ], and then using the navigation buttons ([ You can also access shooting options by pressing [ ], but some options are not available. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Use the navigation buttons to scroll to an option or menu. • To move - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 20
to Program, and then press [ ]. Smart Auto Program DUAL IS Scene Movie This mode allows you to directly set various features for shooting. 3 Press [ ]. Shooting Sound Display Settings Exit Photo Size Quality EV ISO White Balance Face Detection Focus Area Change 4 Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll to - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 21
, except the available number of photos (or available recording time) and the battery icon • Display all information about the current photo • Hide all information about the current file • Display information about the current file, except the shooting settings and captured date Basic functions 20 - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 22
[ ]. Smart Auto Program DUAL IS Scene Movie This mode allows you to directly set various features for shooting. 3 Align your subject in the frame. 4 Half-press [Shutter] to focus. • A green frame means the subject in focus. 5 Press [Shutter] to take a photo. See page 24 for tips to get clearer - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 23
shoot close-up photos by adjusting the zoom. Your camera has a 7X optical zoom and 5X digital zoom. By using both, you can zoom in up to 35 times. Rotate [Zoom] right to zoom in on your subject. Rotate [Zoom] left to zoom out. Zoom out Zoom ratio Zoom in Digital zoom If the zoom indicator is in - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 24
Taking photos Reducing camera shake (OIS) Reduce camera shake optically in Shooting mode. Before correction After correction you move your camera to follow a moving subject -- you use zoom -- there is too much camera shake -- the shutter speed is slow (e.g., when in the mode) -- the battery is low - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 25
Tips for getting a clearer photo Holding your camera correctly Make sure nothing is blocking the lens. Reducing camera shake • Set the Optical Image Stabilization option to reduce camera shake optically. (p. 23) • Select the mode to reduce camera shake both optically and digitally. (p. 31) Half- - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 26
is in focus, you can reposition the frame to change the composition. When you are ready, press [Shutter] to take your photo. • When you take photos in low light Turn on the flash. (p. 39) • When subjects are moving fast Use the continuous or motion capture function. (p. 50) Basic functions 25 - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 27
Extended functions Learn how to take a photo by selecting a mode and how to record a video or voice memo. Shooting modes 27 Using the Smart Auto mode 27 Using the Scene mode 28 Using the Beauty Shot mode 29 Using the frame guide 30 Using the Night mode 30 Using the DUAL IS mode - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 28
Shooting modes Take photos or record videos by selecting the best shooting mode for the conditions. Using the Smart Auto mode In this mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings based on the type of scene it defects. Smart Auto Mode is helpful if you are not familiar - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 29
photo. • If the camera does not recognize a proper scene mode, appears and the camera uses default settings. • Even if it detects a face, the camera may not select a portrait mode depending on the subject's position or lighting. • The camera the Frame Guide mode, see "Using the frame guide" on page - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 30
a greater number of imperfections. Level 3 Back Move 7 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. 8 Press [Shutter] to take the photo. The focus distance will be set to Auto Macro. Back Move 5 To hide facial imperfections, press [ ]. Extended functions 29 - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 31
. • The person aligns the subject in the frame using the guides, and then presses [Shutter] to take the photo. 5 To cancel the guides, press [ ]. Adjusting the exposure in the Night mode In the Night mode, you can catch brief flashes of light as curved streaks by extending the exposure. Use a slow - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 32
[Shutter] to take the photo. • The digital zoom does not work in this mode. • The camera corrects the photo optically only if the light source is brighter than fluorescent light. • If your subject is moving rapidly, the photo may be blurry. • Set the Optical Image Stabilization option to reduce - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 33
by international standard organizations ISO/IEC and ITU-T. • Some memory cards may not support high definition recording. If this occurs, set a lower resolution. (p. 36) • If you have activated the Optical Image Stabilization, the camera may record your video with the sounds the OIS makes when - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 34
→ a sound option. Option Description On: Record a video with sound. Off: Record a video without sound. Zoom Mute: The camera stops recording sound temporarily when you use the zoom. 7 Set other options as desired. (For options, refer to "Shooting options.") 8 Press [Shutter] to start recording - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 35
that you can play back at any time. You can add a voice memo to a photo as a short reminder of shooting conditions. You will get the best sound quality when recording 10 inches (25 cm.) away from the camera. Recording a voice memo 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Shooting → Voice → Record - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 36
eye blinking 46 Adjusting brightness and color 47 Adjusting the exposure manually (EV 47 Compensating for backlighting (ACB 47 Changing the metering option 48 Selecting a light source (White balance 48 Using burst modes 50 Improving your photos 51 Applying photo styles 51 Adjusting your - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 37
image resolution and quality settings. Selecting a resolution As you increase the resolution, your photo or video will include more 240: To post on a web page. Selecting image quality The camera compresses and saves the photos you take in JPEG format. Higher quality images result in larger file - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 38
Using the timer Learn how to set the timer to delay shooting. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Off 3 Press [Shutter] to start the timer. • The AF-assist light/timer lamp blinks. The camera automatically takes a photo at the specified time. • Press [ ] to cancel the timer. • Depending on the face - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 39
/timer lamp starts to blink rapidly when the camera detects you. 6 Pose for your photo while the AF-assist light/timer lamp is blinking. • The AF-assist light/timer lamp stops blinking just before the camera automatically takes a photo. The motion timer may not work when: • you are more than 10 - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 40
when you need more light in your photos. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Auto 2 Select an option. Option Description Off: • The flash does not fire. • The camera displays the camera shake warning ( ) when you are shooting in low light. Auto: The camera selects a proper flash setting for the scene - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 41
software analysis. Slow Sync: • The flash fires and the shutter stays open longer. • Select this when you want to capture ambient light to reveal more details in the background. • Use a tripod to prevent your photos from blurring. Fill in: • The flash always fires. • The camera adjusts light - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 42
still to prevent blurry photos. • Turn off the flash if the distance to the subject is less than 32 in. (40 cm.) 2 Select an option. Option Description Normal (AF): Focus on a subject farther than 32 in. (80 cm) from the camera. Farther than 59 in. (150 cm) when using the zoom. Macro: Focus on - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 43
the same -- the camera shakes excessively In these cases, the focus frame appears as a white, single-line frame. • If the camera fails to track use this function, you cannot set face detection and photo style options. Tracking AF • The white frame means that your camera is tracking the subject. • - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 44
Changing the camera's focus Adjusting the focus area You can get clearer photos by selecting an appropriate focus area according to your subject's location in the scene. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Shooting → Focus Area → an option. Option - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 45
when you are using the digital zoom. • Depending on the face detection option you selected, the timer or some timer options are not available. • Depending on the face detection option you selected, some burst options are not available. Detecting faces Your camera automatically detects human faces - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 46
Using face detection Taking a self-portrait shot Take photos of yourself. The camera automatically sets the photo distance to close-up and emits a beep when ready. Taking a smile shot The camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a smiling face. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 47
Using face detection Detecting eye blinking If your camera detects closed eyes, it automatically takes two photos in succession. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Shooting → Face Detection → Blink Detection. • Hold your camera still while "Capturing" is displayed on the screen. • When - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 48
). The camera takes three photos, each with a different exposure: normal, underexposed, and overexposed. (p. 50) Without ACB With ACB 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Shooting → ACB → an option. Option Description Off: ACB is off. On: ACB is on. • You cannot set burst options when - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 49
camera measures the quantity of light. The brightness and lighting of your photos light source (White balance) The color of your photo depends on the type and quality of the light source. If you want the color of your photo to be realistic, select a white balance setting that matches the lighting - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 50
→ White Balance → an option. Icon Description Auto WB: Automatically sets the white balance based on the lighting conditions. Daylight: Select when taking outdoor photos on a sunny day. Cloudy: Select when taking outdoor photos on a cloudy day or in shadows. Fluorescent_H: Select when shooting - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 51
[Shutter], the camera takes photos continuously. • The maximum number of photos depends on the capacity of your memory card. Motion Capture: • While you are pressing [Shutter], the camera takes VGA photos (5 photos per second; maximum of 30 photos). AEB: • Take 3 photos with different exposures - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 52
Green, B: Blue). Soft Vivid Forest 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Shooting → Photo Style Selector → an option. • Select Custom RGB to define your own RGB tone. • If you use this function, you cannot set face detection and image adjustment options. Back Move 4 Adjust the amount of - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 53
may also increase the noise on your photos. Saturation option + Description Decrease the saturation. Increase the saturation. • Select 0 if you do not want to apply any effects (suitable for printing). • If you set an Image Adjust option, Photo Style Selector function is not available. Shooting - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 54
how to connect your camera to your photo printer or TV. Playing back 54 Starting Playback mode 54 Viewing photos 58 Playing a video 59 Playing voice memos 60 Editing a photo 62 Resizing photos 62 Rotating a photo 62 Applying photo styles 63 Correcting exposure problems 64 Creating a print - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 55
in the internal memory, remove your memory card. • The camera will not properly play back files that are too large or those taken with cameras from other manufacturers. Display in Playback mode Information Icon Description Photo includes a voice memo Video file Print order has been set (DPOF - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 56
View and manage files by categories, such as date, file type, or week. 1 In Playback mode, rotate [Zoom] left. 2 Press [ ]. 3 Select a category. Type Date Color Week Back Option Type Date Color Week Set Description View files by file type. View files by the date they were saved. View files by - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 57
thumbnails of files. In Playback mode, rotate [Zoom] left to display 9 or 20 thumbnails. Rotate [Zoom] right to return to the previous mode. [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ]. ], and then select Yes. Select Set 5 Repeat Step 4 to protect additional files individually. 6 Press [ ]. Playback/Editing 56 - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 58
, 1 In Playback mode, press [ ]. 2 Select File Options → Delete → All → Yes. Copying files to the memory card You can copy files from the internal memory to a memory card. 1 In Playback mode, press [ ]. 2 Select File Options → Copy to Card. 3 Select Yes to copy files. Playback/Editing 57 - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 59
back Viewing photos Zoom in on part of a photo or view photos in a slide show. Enlarging a photo In Playback mode, rotate [Zoom] right to enlarge a photo. Rotate [Zoom] left to shrink a photo. The enlarged area and zoom ratio are indicated on the top of the screen. The maximum zoom ratio may - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 60
Playing back 4 Set the slide show effect. 5 Select Start → Play. • To loop the slide show, select Repeat. • the following buttons to control playback. Press To [] Scan backward. [] Pause or resume playback. [] Scan forward. [Zoom] left or right Adjust the volume level. Playback/Editing 59 - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 61
resume playback. 3 Press [ ] at the point where you want the new video to end, and then rotate [Zoom] right. 4 Select Yes. • The original video must be at least 10 seconds long. • The camera saves the edited video as a new file. Capturing an image during playback 1 Press [ ] at the point where you - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 62
seconds maximum). • Press [Shutter] to stop recording a voice memo. You cannot add a voice memo to protected files. Playing a voice memo added to a photo In Playback mode, select a photo that includes a voice memo, and then press [ ]. • Press [ ] to pause or resume playback. Playback/Editing 61 - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 63
red-eyes, and adjusting brightness, contrast, or saturation. The camera saves edited photos as new files Resizing photos 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [ ]. 2 Select Edit → Resize → an option. • Select to save the photo as a start image. (p. 77) 2048 X 1536 Rotating - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 64
. • Select Custom RGB to define your own RGB tone. Soft Defining your own RGB tone 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [ ]. 2 Select Edit → Photo Style Selector → Custom RGB. 3 Select a color (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue). Back Move 4 Adjust the amount of the selected color - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 65
Editing a photo Correcting exposure problems Adjust ACB (Auto Contrast Balance), brightness, contrast, or saturation; remove red-eye; hide facial imperfections; or add noise to the photo. Adjusting ACB (Auto Contrast Balance) 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [ ]. 2 Select - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 66
Creating a print order (DPOF) Select photos to be printed and set options, such as the number of copies or paper size. • 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 DPOF-compatible printer at home. • Wide - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 67
to your TV using the A/V cable. Video Audio • On some TVs, digital noise may occur or part of an image may not appear. • Images may not appear centered on the TV screen depending on your TV settings. • You can capture photos or videos while the camera is connected to a TV. 6 Turn on your TV, and - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 68
Transfer files by connecting your camera to your Windows PC. compatible monitor (1280 x 1024 pixels, 32-bit color display recommended) • USB port, Microsoft DirectX 9.0c or later * The programs may not work you to connect the camera to the computer as a removable disk. Using a self-assembled PC or - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 69
CD in a compatible CD-ROM drive. 2 When the setup screen is appears, click Samsung Digital Camera Installer to start installation. 3 Select the programs to install, and then follow the onscreen instructions. 4 Click Exit to complete the installation, and then restart your computer. Playback/Editing - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 70
the USB cable. You must plug the end of the cable with the indicator light (▲) into your camera. If the cable is reversed, it may damage your files. The manufacturer is not responsible for any loss of data. 2 Turn on the camera. • The computer recognizes the camera automatically. If the camera fails - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 71
before editing. • You cannot copy files in your computer to the camera. • 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 1 2 3 4 5 15 6 14 7 13 8 9 12 10 11 Playback/Editing 70 - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 72
12 13 14 15 Description Open menus Display files in the selected folder Change to the Photo edit mode camera to your computer as a removable disk. 1 Connect the camera to your computer with the USB cable. You must plug the end of the cable with the indicator light (▲) into your camera. If the cable - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 73
to your Windows computer 2 Turn on the camera. • The computer recognizes the camera automatically. If the camera fails to connect, a pop Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) The way to disconnect the USB cable for Windows Vista/7 is similar. 1 If the status lamp on your camera is blinking, - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 74
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 (▲) into your camera. If the cable is reversed, it may damage your files. The manufacturer is - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 75
printer with the USB cable. Configuring print settings Images Size Layout Type Quality Exit : One Photo : Auto : Auto : Auto : Auto Print 5 Turn on your camera. • The printer recognizes the camera automatically. 6 Press [ ] or [ ] to select a photo. • Press [ ] to set printing options. See - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 76
, and maintenance tips. Camera settings menu 76 Accessing the settings menu 76 Sound 77 Display 77 Settings 78 Error messages 81 Camera maintenance 82 Cleaning your camera 82 About memory cards 83 About the battery 84 Before contacting a service center 87 Camera specifications 90 FCC - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 77
volume. (p. 77) Display: Customize the display settings, such as start image and brightness. (p. 77) Settings: Change the settings for the camera system, such as memory format, default file name, and USB mode. (p. 78) 3 Select an option and save your settings. Volume Start Sound Shutter Sound Beep - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 78
description of an option or menu. (Off, On*) Set a start image to display when the camera turns on. • Off*: Display no start image. • Logo: Display a default image stored in the internal memory. • User Image: Display the image you want. (p. 62) • The camera saves only one start image in the internal - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 79
will dim to save battery life when you perform no operations for about 30 seconds. Settings Item Format * Default Description Format the internal memory and the memory card. Format deletes all files, including protected files. (Yes, No) If you use a memory card used with cameras from different - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 80
corner of the photo in yellow. • Some printer models may not print the date and time. Set the camera to turn off automatically when you are not using it. (Off, 1 min, 3 min*, 5 min, 10 min) • Your settings will not change after replacing the battery. • The camera will not automatically turn off when - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 81
menu * Default Item Description Select the function to use when you connect the camera to a computer or printer using a USB cable. • Auto*: Set your camera to select a USB mode automatically. USB • Computer: Connect your camera to a computer for transferring files. • Printer: Connect your - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 82
remedies. Error message Card Error Card Locked Suggested remedies • Turn off your camera, and then turn it on again. • Remove your memory card, and insert it again. • Format your memory card. (p. 78) Unlock the memory card. Card not supported. DCF Full Error File Error Low Battery Memory Full No - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 83
display Use a blower brush to remove dust, and then wipe the lens gently with a soft cloth. If any dust remains, apply lens cleaning liquid to a piece of lens cleaning paper, and then wipe gently. Camera body Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. • Never use benzene, thinners, or alcohol to clean - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 84
Camera maintenance About memory cards Memory cards you can use You can use SD (Secure Digital) or SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) memory cards. Terminal Write-protect switch Label (front) You can prevent files from being deleted by using the writeprotect switch on the SD or SDHC card. Slide the - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 85
min * C harging the battery by attaching the camera to a PC using a USB cable may take longer. Battery life Shooting time / Number of photos Photos Approx. 80 min/ Approx. 160 Videos Approx. 50 min Shooting conditions (when the battery was fully charged) The battery life was measured under - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 86
Notes about charging the battery • If the indicator light is off, make sure that the battery is inserted correctly. • Turn off your camera when charging. • Do not use your camera when charging. Turn off the camera before charging the battery. • Do not pull the power supply's cord to disconnect - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 87
and contact your manufacturer. • Use only authentic, manufacturer-recommend battery chargers and adapters and charge the battery only by the method described in this user manual. • Do not place the battery near heating devices or expose to excessively warm environments, such as the inside of an - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 88
sure that the battery is inserted correctly. • Charge the battery. • Charge the battery. • Your camera may be in Power save mode. (p. 78) • The camera may turn off to prevent the memory card from being damaged due to an impact. Turn on your camera again. • The battery may lose power more quickly in - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 89
to the TV with the A/V cable. • Make sure that your memory card contains photos. Your computer does not recognize your camera • 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. (p. 67, 73 - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 90
video player programs installed on your PC, video files captured by your camera may not play. To ensure the video files play on your computer, install and use the Intelli-studio. (p. 67) • Make sure that the USB cable is connected correctly. • End Intelli-studio and restart the program. • You cannot - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 91
Lens Focal length F-stop range Digital zoom Display Type Feature Focusing Type Range 1/2.3" (Approx. 7.76 mm) CCD Approx. 14.2 mega-pixels Approx. 14.4 mega-pixels Samsung 7X Zoom Lens 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, battery condition) Shake reduction DUAL IS [Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) + Digital - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 92
Camera specifications Effect Shooting mode • Photo Style Selector: Normal, Soft, Vivid, Forest, Retro, Cool, Calm, Classic, Negative, Custom RGB • Image Adjust: Sharpness, Contrast, Saturation White Balance Auto WB, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent_H, Fluorescent_L, Tungsten, Custom Set zoom - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 93
memory (Optional): -- SD card (up to 2 GB guaranteed) -- SDHC card (up to 8 GB guaranteed) Internal memory capacity may not match these specifications. File format • Photo: JPEG (DCF), EXIF 2.21, DPOF 1.1, PictBridge 1.0 • Video: H.264 (MPEG-4.AVC) • Audio: ACC Image size Interface Digital - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 94
Camera specifications Power source Rechargeable battery Lithium-ion battery (BP70A, 740 mAh) The power source may differ depending on your region. Dimensions (W x H x D) 99.8 x 59.5 x 21 mm (excluding protrusions) Weight 143 g (without battery and memory card) Operating temperature 0 - 40˚ - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 95
collection systems) This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessories (e.g. charger, headset, USB cable) should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life. To prevent possible harm to the environment - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 96
a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the by turning the equipment off and on, the user is PL200 Responsible Party : S amsung Electronics America, Inc. Address : 1 05 Challenger Road Ridgefield Park NJ Telephone No. : 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) This device complies with Part - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 97
Body 82 Display 82 Lens 82 B Battery Charging 85 Life 84 D Date/Time Set 78 Date Type 78 Deleting files 57 Digital Image Stabilization 31 Digital zoom 22 Disconnecting the device 72 Display brightness 77 Display type 20 DPOF 65 Dual IS mode 31 E Editing 62 Enlarging 58 Error messages 81 Exposure - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 98
Maintenance 82 Memory card Capacity 83 SD 83 SDHC 83 MENU button 14 Metering Center-weighted 48 Multi 48 Spot 48 Mode button 14 Motion Timer 38 Movie mode 32 Muting Camera 16 Video 33 N Navigation button 14 Night mode 30 O Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) 23, 31 P Photo quality 36 Photo styles in - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 99
Index Settings Accessing 76 Camera 78 Display 77 Sound 77 Shooting mode Dual IS 31 Movie 32 Program 32 Scene 28 Smart Auto 27 Shutter speed 30 thumbnails 56 by category 55 on TV 66 Slide show 58 Voice memo Playing 60 Recording 34 Volume 77 W White Balance 48 Z Zoom button 13 Zooming 22 Appendixes 98 - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 100
Please refer to the warranty that came with your product or visit our website http://www.samsungimaging.com/ or http://www.samsung.com/ for after-sales service or inquiries.
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