Samsung PL200 User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English)
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- Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 1
you for buying a Samsung Camera. This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly. Click a topic Basic troubleshooting Quick reference Contents Basic functions Extended functions Shooting options Playback/Editing Settings Appendixes Index - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 2
covering the camera or charger with blankets or clothes. The camera may over-heat, 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 PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 3
cables or accessories. Do not use batteries for unintended purposes. This may cause a fire or electric shock. Do not touch the flash while it fires. The flash is very hot when fired and may burn your skin. When you use AC charger, turn off the camera before you disconnect the power to the AC charger - Samsung PL200 | 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 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 27 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
Shooting mode Smart Auto Indication Program DIS Photo Help Guide Scene Movie Icons used in this manual Icon Function Additional information Safety warnings and precautions [] Camera buttons; for example: [Shutter] represents the shutter button. ( ) Page number of related information - 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
Basic troubleshooting You can get answers to common questions. Solve problems easily by setting shooting options. The subject's eyes appear red. This is caused by a reflection from the camera flash. • Set the flash option to Red-eye or Red-eye Fix. (p. 40) • If the photo has already been taken, - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 9
show 57 • Viewing files on a TV 64 • Connecting your camera to a computer 65 • Adjusting sound and volume 75 • Adjusting the brightness of the display 75 • Changing the display language 76 • Setting the date and time 76 • Formatting the memory card 76 • Troubleshooting 90 8 - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 10
memory card 15 Charging the battery and turning your camera on ...... 16 Charging the battery 16 Turning on your camera 16 Performing the initial setup 17 Learning icons 18 Selecting options 19 Setting the display and sound 21 Changing the display type 21 Setting the sound 21 Taking photos - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 11
PictBridge photo printer .......... 72 Settings 73 Camera settings menu 74 Accessing the settings menu 74 Sound 75 Display 75 Settings 76 Appendixes 79 Error messages 80 Camera maintenance 81 Cleaning your camera 81 Using or storing the camera 82 About memory cards 84 About the battery - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 12
memory card ... ... 15 Charging the battery and turning your camera on 16 Charging the battery 16 Turning on your camera 16 Performing the initial setup 17 Learning icons 18 Selecting options 19 Setting the display and sound 21 Changing the display type 21 Setting the sound 21 Taking photos - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 13
Check your product box for the following items. Optional accessories Camera Rechargeable battery Camera case Memory cards AC adapter / USB cable Strap Quick Start Manual Software CD-ROM (User manual included) Battery charger A/V cable The illustrations may differ from your actual items - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 14
Camera layout Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera's parts and their functions. POWER button Shutter button Flash AF-assist light/timer lamp Microphone Speaker Lens 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
• Zoom in or out in Shooting mode. • Zoom in on part of a photo or view files as thumbnails in Playback mode. MENU button Access options and settings menu, or return to the previous mode SMART button Press this button, Select / Cancel "Smart Auto" mode USB and A/V port Accepts USB cable or A/V cable - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 16
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 down. Memory card Battery lock Battery Push the lock down 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
initial setup When the initial setup screen appears, follow the steps below to configure the camera's basic settings. 1 Press [POWER]. • The initial setup screen appears when you turn on the camera for the first time. 2 Press [ ] or [ ] to select Language and press [ ] or [ ]. Language English Time - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 19
Selected shooting mode Available number of photos Available recording time Memory card is not inserted Memory card inserted • : Fully charged • : Partially charged • (Red) : Charging needed Voice memo Icon Description Auto focus frame Camera shake Zoom ratio Current date and time - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 20
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 21
Program, and then press [ ] or [ ]. Smart Auto Program DIS Photo Help Guide Scene Movie Exit Back 4 Press [ ]. 5 Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll to Shooting, and then press [ ] or [ ]. Mode Shooting Sound Display Settings Exit Photo Size Quality EV ISO White Balance Smart Filter Face Detection - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 22
, 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 21 - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 23
] to scroll to Mode, and then press [ ] or [ ]. 3 Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll to Smart Auto, and then press [ ]. Smart Auto Program DIS Photo Help Guide Scene Movie Exit Back 4 Align your subject in the frame. 5 Half-press [Shutter] to focus. • A green frame means the subject in focus. • A red - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 24
close-up photos by adjusting the zoom. Your camera has a 5X optical zoom, 2X Intelli zoom, and 3X digital zoom. Intelli zoom and digital zoom cannot be used at the same time. Push [Zoom] up to zoom in on your subject. Push [Zoom] down to zoom out. Zoom in Zoom ratio Zoom out Available zoom ratio - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 25
. If you set another resolution ratio with Intelli zoom 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 be lower than when you use the optical zoom. Basic functions - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 26
is displayed Half-press [Shutter] and adjust the focus. The camera adjusts the focus and exposure automatically. Camera shake The camera sets the aperture value and shutter speed automatically. Focus frame • Press [Shutter] to take the photo if the focus frame appears in green. • Change the frame - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 27
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. 49) Basic functions 26 - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 28
selecting a mode and how to record a video or voice memo. Shooting modes 28 Using the Smart Auto mode 28 Using the Photo Help Guide mode 29 Using the Scene mode 30 Using the Beauty Shot mode 30 Using the DIS mode 31 Using the Program mode 32 Recording a video - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 29
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 30
use a tripod, the camera may not detect the mode depending on the subject's movement. Using the Photo Help Guide mode Helps the user learn the correct picture taking method and includes solutions for potential problems that may occur. This also enables the user to practice the best way to take the - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 31
scene. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Mode → Scene → a scene. Smart AutoBeauty Shot Program Night DIS Portrait Photo HelpLaGnudsidceape Scene Close Up Movie Sunset Back Set • To change the scene mode, press [ ], and then select Mode → Scene → a scene. • For the Beauty Shot - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 32
and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. 7 Press [Shutter] to take the photo. The focus distance will be set to Auto Macro. Using the DIS mode Reduce camera shake and prevent blurred photos with Digital Image Stabilization functions. Before correction After correction 1 In Shooting mode, press - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 33
] to focus. 5 Press [Shutter] to take the photo. Recording a video You can record videos of up to 4 GB or 2 hours each. The recorded video is saved as an MJPEG file. • Some memory cards may not support high definition recording. If this occurs, set a lower resolution. (p. 36) 1 In Shooting mode - 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
to a photo as a short reminder of shooting conditions. You will get the best sound quality when recording 16 inches (40 cm.) away from the camera. Recording a photo. • Press [Shutter] to stop recording a voice memo before the 10 seconds are up. You cannot add voice memos to photos in the burst - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 36
eye blinking 45 Adjusting brightness and color 46 Adjusting the exposure manually (EV 46 Compensating for backlighting (ACB 46 Changing the metering option 47 Selecting a light source (White balance 47 Using burst modes 49 Improving your photos 50 Applying filter effects 50 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
• 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 detection option you have selected, the timer function or some timer options may not be available. • When you set burst options, you cannot - 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 15.7 in. (40 cm.) 2 Select an option. Option Description Normal (AF): Focus on a subject farther than 31.5 in. (80 cm) from the camera. Farther than 39 in. (1 m) when using the zoom. Macro: Focus on - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 43
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 44
. Take photos quickly and easily by using Blink Detection to detect closed eyes or Smile Shot to capture a smiling face. • In some scene modes, face detection is unavailable. • Face detection may not be effective when: -- the subject is far from the camera (The focus frame will appear orange for - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 45
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. A beeping sound will start and - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 46
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 47
better image quality. Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) Depending on the intensity of the ambient light, your photos may be too bright or dark. In these cases, you can adjust the exposure to get a better photo. Compensating for backlighting (ACB) When the light source is behind your subject or - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 48
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 49
→ 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 50
[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 (6 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 51
some adjustments. Applying filter effects Apply various filter effects to your photos to create unique images. Defining your own RGB tone 1 In 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 the - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 52
to improve the clarity of your photos. This 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, Smart Filter - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 53
to connect your camera to your photo printer or TV. Playing back 53 Starting Playback mode 53 Viewing photos 57 Playing a video 58 Playing voice memos 59 Editing a photo 60 Resizing photos 60 Rotating a photo 60 Applying smart effects 61 Correcting exposure problems 62 Creating a print - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 54
camera, please turn off camera and remove your memory card, and then turn on the camera into playback mode to play. • 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 - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 55
View and manage files by categories, such as date, file type, or week. 1 In Playback mode, push [Zoom] down. 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 56
thumbnails of files. In Playback mode, push [Zoom] down to display 9 or 20 thumbnails (push [Zoom] up to return to the previous mode). Protecting [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ]. ], and then select Yes. Select Set 5 Repeat Step 4 to protect additional files individually. 6 Press [ ]. Playback/Editing 55 - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 57
Playing back Deleting files Delete single files or all files at once. You cannot delete protected files. To delete a single file, 1 In Playback mode, select a file, and then press [ ]. 2 Select Yes to delete the file. To delete multiple files, 1 In Playback mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Multiple - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 58
Playing back Viewing photos Zoom in on part of a photo or view photos in a slide show. Enlarging a photo In Playback mode, push [Zoom] up to enlarge a photo (push [Zoom] down to reduce a photo). The enlarged area and zoom ratio are indicated on the top of the screen. The maximum zoom ratio may vary - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 59
Playing back 4 Set the slide show effect. 5 Select Start → Play. • To loop the slide show, select Repeat. • Press [ ] to pause or resume the slide show. To stop the - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 60
playback. Press To [] Scan backward. [] Pause or resume playback. [] Scan forward. [] Stop playback. Adding a voice memo to a photo 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [ ]. 2 Select File Options → Voice memo → On. 3 Press [Shutter] to record a short voice memo (10 - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 61
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. 75) 1984 X 1488 Rotating - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 62
will be saved as a new file but it could be resized to a lower resolution. Miniature Miniature Vignetting Fish-eye 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [ ]. 2 Select Edit → Smart Filter → an option. 3 Select Custom RGB to define your own RGB tone. Back Move Defining your own - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 63
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 64
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 65
Settings → Video Out. 3 Select a video signal output according to your country or region. 4 Turn off your camera and TV. 5 Connect your camera to your TV using the A/V cable. Video Audio 8 View photos or play videos using the buttons on your camera. • On some TVs, digital noise may occur or part - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 66
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 67
CD in a compatible CD-ROM drive. 2 When the setup screen 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 68
battery will be charged while the camera is connected to a computer with the USB cable. 1 Connect the camera to your computer with the USB cable. 3 Turn on the camera. • The computer recognizes the camera automatically. If the camera cable with the indicator light (▲) into your camera. If the cable - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 69
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 68 - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 70
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 71
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 72
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 73
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 74
Settings Refer to options to configure your camera's settings. Camera settings menu 74 Accessing the settings menu 74 Sound 75 Display 75 Settings 76 - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 75
volume. (p. 75) Display: Customize the display settings, such as start image and brightness. (p. 75) Settings: Change the settings for the camera system, such as memory format, default file name, and USB mode. (p. 76) 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 76
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. 60) • Only one user image will be saved in the memory. • If you select a new photo as a user image - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 77
save battery life when you perform no operations for about 30 seconds. Settings Item Format * Default Description Format the memory card. Format deletes all files, including protected files. (Yes, No) If you use a memory card used with cameras from different manufacturers or a memory card reader - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 78
corner of the photo. • 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: -- it - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 79
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 80
messages, specifications, and maintenance tips. Error messages 80 Camera maintenance 81 Cleaning your camera 81 Using or storing the camera 82 About memory cards 84 About the battery 86 Before contacting a service center 90 Camera specifications 93 Glossary 96 FCC notice 101 Index 102 - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 81
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. 76) 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 82
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 83
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 PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 84
sensor or cause it to malfunction. • Protect your lens from fingerprints and scratches. Clean your lens with a soft, clean, debris-free lens cloth. • The camera may turn off if impacted from the outside. This is to protect the memory card. Turn on the camera to use it again. • While you use the - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 85
Camera maintenance About memory cards Supported memory cards Your camera supports 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. - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 86
the memory card. • Do not remove the memory card or turn off your camera while the lamp is blinking, as this may damage your data. • When the lifespan of a memory card has expired, you cannot store any more photos on the card. Use a new memory card. • Do not bend, drop, or subject memory cards with - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 87
min/ Approximately 220 photos Photos Test conditions (when the battery is fully charged) The battery life was measured under the following conditions: in mode, at 14M resolution, on Fine quality. 1. Set the flash option to Fill in, take a single shot, and zoom in or out. 2. Set the flash option to - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 88
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 PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 89
is overheated or the temperature is too high, the indicator light may turn orange. Charging will start when the battery cools down. • Overcharging batteries may shorten battery life. After charging is finished, disconnect the cable from your camera. • Do not bend or place heavy objects on the AC - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 90
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 PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 91
sure that the battery is inserted correctly. • Charge the battery. • Charge the battery. • Your camera may be in Power save mode. (p. 76) • 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 92
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. 65) Your - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 93
that the USB cable is connected correctly. • End Intelli-studio and restart the program. • You cannot use Intelli-studio on Macintosh computers. • Depending on your computer's specification and environments, the program may not launch automatically. In this case, click Start → All Programs → Samsung - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 94
Lens Focal length F No. Digital zoom Display Type Feature Focusing Type Range 1/2.3" (Approx. 7.78 mm) CCD Approx. 14.2 Mega-pixels Approx. 14.58 Mega-pixels Samsung Lens ISO equivalent Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600 Flash Mode sec. (depending on battery condition) Shake reduction Digtial - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 95
: Approx. 9 MB • External memory (Optional): -- SD Card(up to 2GB guaranteed) -- SDHC (up to 8GB guaranteed) * Internal memory capacity is subject to change without prior notice. File format • Still Image : JPEG (DCF), EXIF 2.21, DPOF 1.1, PictBridge 1.0 • Movie Clip : AVI (MJPEG) • Audio : WAV - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 96
These figures are measured under Samsung's standard conditions and may vary depending on shooting conditions and camera settings. USB 2.0 Microphone : Mono Internal Speaker : Mono NTSC, PAL (user selectable) 4.2V Power source Rechargeable battery Lithium-ion battery: BP70A, 740 mAh (Minimum: 700 - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 97
amount of zoom available with zoom lens (optical zoom). When using the digital zoom, the image quality will deteriorate as the magnification increases. 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 PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 98
histogram indicate a photo that is improperly exposed. 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 - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 99
pixels in a digital image that may appear as misplaced or random, bright pixels. Noise usually occurs when photos are shot with a high sensitivity or when a sensitivity is automatically set in a dark place. Optical zoom This is a general zoom which can enlarge images with a lens and does not - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 100
which pass through the aperture before it reaches the image sensor. A fast shutter speed allows less time to let light in and the photo becomes darker and more easily freezes subjects in motion. Vignetting A reduction of an image's brightness or saturation at the periphery (outer edges) compared - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 101
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 102
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to NJ 07660 Telephone No. : 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 103
(ACB) 46 B Battery Charging 87 Specifications 86 Beauty Shot mode 30 Blink detection 45 Burst Auto Exposure Bracket ( Lens 81 D Date/Time Set 76 Date Type 76 Deleting files 56 Digital Image Stabilization 31 Digital zoom 23 E Editing 60 Enlarging 57 Error 14 Function description 75 H Half-pressing 6 - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 104
speed 40 L Light source (White balance) 47 M Macro 41 Maintenance 81 Memory card Capacity 84 MENU button 14 Metering Center-weighted 47 Multi 47 Spot 47 MJPEG (Motion JPEG) 94 Motion Timer 38 Movie mode 32 Muting Camera 16 Video 33 N Navigation button 14 P Photo quality 36 Photo styles in Playback - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 105
Viewing files as thumbnails 55 by category 54 on TV 64 Slide show 57 Voice memo Playing 59 Recording 34 Volume 75 W White Balance 47 Z Zoom button 14 Zooming 23 Appendixes 104 - Samsung PL200 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 106
Please refer to the warranty that came with your product or visit our website http://www.samsung.com/ for after-sales service or inquiries.
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