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User Manual PL210/PL211 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 PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 2
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 PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 3
, cables and accessories. • Unauthorized batteries, chargers, cables or accessories can cause batteries to explode, damage your camera, or cause injury. • Samsung is not responsible for damages or injuries caused by unapproved batteries, chargers, cables or accessories. Do not use batteries for - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 4
Health and safety information Do not force the camera's parts or apply pressure to the camera. This may cause your camera to malfunction. Exercise caution when you connect cables or adapters and install batteries and memory cards. If you force the connectors, improperly connect cables, or improperly - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 5
prior permission. • For Open 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 28 Learn how to take a photo - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 6
that a function is available in the corresponding modes. The mode may not support functions for all scenes. e.g.) Available in the Program, DUAL IS, and Movie modes Icons used in this manual Icon Function Additional information Safety warnings and precautions [] Camera buttons; for example - Samsung PL210 | 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 - Samsung PL210 | 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- - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 9
volume 85 • Adjusting the brightness of the display 85 • Changing the display language 86 • Setting the date and time 86 • Formatting the memory card 86 • Troubleshooting 99 8 - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 10
Detecting eye blinking 50 Using smart face recognition 50 Registering faces as your favorites (My Star 51 Adjusting brightness and color 53 Adjusting the exposure manually (EV 53 9 - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 11
Resizing photos 70 Rotating a photo 70 Applying smart filter effects 71 Correcting exposure problems 72 Creating a print order (DPOF 74 Viewing files on a TV 75 the battery 95 Before contacting a service center 99 Camera specifications 102 Glossary 106 FCC notice 110 Index 111 - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 12
Basic functions Learn about your camera's layout, icons, and basic functions for shooting. Unpacking 12 Camera layout 13 Inserting the battery and memory card 15 Charging the battery and turning your camera on ......... 16 Charging the battery 16 Turning on your camera 16 Performing the initial - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 13
box for the following items. Optional accessories Camera AC adapter/USB cable Rechargeable battery Camera case Memory card/ Memory card adapter Strap User Manual CD-ROM Quick Start Manual The illustrations may differ from your actual items. A/V cable Battery charger Basic functions 12 - Samsung PL210 | 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. Shutter button POWER button Flash Zoom button • Zoom in or out in Shooting mode. • Zoom in on part of a photo or view files as thumbnails in Playback mode. • Adjust volume in Playback mode. Speaker - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 15
Camera 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 Display Attaching the strap USB and A/V port Accepts USB cable or A/V cable Mode button: Open the - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 16
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 logo facing up. Battery • You can use the internal memory as a temporary storage device when the memory card is not inserted. • Insert a memory card - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 17
Charging 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 - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 18
Performing the initial setup The initial setup screen appears to allow you to configure the camera's basic settings. 1 Press [ ]. • The initial setup screen appears when you turn on the camera for the first time. 2 Press [ ] to select Language and press [ ] or [ ]. 6 Press [ ] or [ ] to select - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 19
Learning icons The icons displayed will change according to the mode you select or the options 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 - Samsung PL210 | 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 PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 21
Selecting options Example: Selecting a White Balance option in the P mode 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll 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 [ ]. - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 22
Setting the display and sound Learn how to change the basic display and sound settings. Changing the display type Select a display type for Shooting or Playback mode. Each type displays different shooting or playback information. Press [ ] repeatedly to change a display type. Show all photographic - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 23
Taking photos Learn basic actions to take photos easily and quickly in the Smart Auto mode. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll to Smart Auto, and then press [ ]. Smart Auto Program DUAL IS Scene Movie This mode recognizes the scene automatically. 3 Align your subject in - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 24
Taking photos Zooming You can shoot close-up photos by adjusting the zoom. Your camera has a 10X optical zoom, 2X Intelli zoom, and 5X digital zoom. Intelli zoom and digital zoom cannot be used at the same time. Digital zoom If the zoom indicator is in the digital range, your camera is using the - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 25
Taking photos Intelli zoom If the zoom indicator is in the Intelli range, your camera is using the Intelli zoom. Photo resolution varies according to the zoom rate if you use the Intelli zoom. By using both the optical zoom and Intelli zoom, you can zoom in up to 20 times. Photo resolution when - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 26
Taking photos Reducing camera shake (OIS) Reduce camera shake optically in Shooting mode. Before correction After correction 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Shooting → OIS → an option. Option Description Off: Deactivate the OIS function. On: Activate the OIS function. • OIS may not - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 27
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. 25) • Select the mode to reduce camera shake both optically and digitally. (p. 34) Half- - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 28
Preventing your subject from being out of focus It may be difficult to get your subject in focus when: -- there is little contrast between the subject and background (for example, when your subject is wearing clothing that is similar in color to the background) -- the light source behind the - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 29
Extended functions Learn how to take a photo by selecting a mode and how to record a video or voice memo. Shooting modes 29 Using the Smart Auto mode 29 Using the Scene mode 30 Using the Magic Frame mode 31 Using the Beauty Shot mode 32 Using the Object Highlight mode 33 Using the DUAL IS mode - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 30
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 PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 31
Shooting modes 4 Half-press [Shutter] to focus. 5 Press [Shutter] to take the photo. • If the camera does not recognize a proper scene mode, and the camera uses default settings. appears • Even if it detects a face, the camera may not select a portrait mode depending on the subject's position - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 32
Shooting modes 3 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. 4 Press [Shutter] to take the photo. Using the Magic Frame mode In Magic Frame mode, you can apply various frame effects to your photos. The shape and the feel of the photos will change according to the frame - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 33
Shooting modes Using the Beauty Shot mode Take a photo of a person with options to hide facial imperfections. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Scene → Beauty Shot. 3 To make the subject's skin tone appear lighter (face only), press [ ], and then go to Step 4. To hide facial - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 34
Shooting modes Using the Object Highlight mode Object Highlight mode makes the subject more distinguishable by adjusting the depth of field. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Scene → Object Highlight. 3 Position the camera according to the optimum distance displayed on the screen. • The - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 35
Shooting modes Using the DUAL IS mode Reduce camera shake and prevent blurred photos with Optical and Digital Image Stabilization functions. Before correction After correction 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select DUAL IS. 3 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 36
Shooting modes 5 Select the aperture value or shutter speed. Aperture AUTO AUTO Aperture value Shutter speed Back Move 6 Select an option. • If you select AUTO, the camera adjusts the aperture value or shutter speed automatically. 7 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [ - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 37
high definition recording. If this occurs, set a lower resolution. (p. 41) • Memory cards with slow writing speeds will not support high resolution videos and high-speed videos. To record high-resolution or high-speed videos, use memory cards with faster writing speeds. • If you have - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 38
Shooting modes To pause recording The camera allows you to pause a video temporarily while recording. With this function, you can record several scenes as a single video. Press [ ] to pause while recording. Press it again to resume. Stop Pause Using the Smart Scene Detection mode In this mode, - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 39
Shooting modes Icon Description Appears when recording videos of sunsets. 6 Press [Shutter] to start recording. 7 Press [Shutter] again to stop recording. • If the camera does not recognize a proper scene mode, will not change and the default settings will be used. • The camera may not select - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 40
Recording voice memos Learn how to record a voice memo 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 16 inches (40 cm.) away from the camera. Recording a voice memo 1 In - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 41
Using smart face recognition 50 Registering faces as your favorites (My Star) ...... 51 Adjusting brightness and color 53 Adjusting the exposure manually (EV 53 Compensating for backlighting (ACB 53 Changing the metering option 54 Selecting a light source (White balance) ... ... 54 Using burst - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 42
Selecting a resolution and quality Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings. 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 - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 43
Using the timer Learn how to set the timer to delay shooting. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Off 2 Select an option. Option Description Off: The timer is not active. 10 Sec: Takes a photo in 10 seconds. 2 Sec: Takes a photo in 2 seconds. Double: Takes a photo in 10 seconds, and then takes another 2 - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 44
Shooting in the dark Learn how to take photos at night or in low light conditions. Preventing red-eye If the flash fires when you take a photo of a person in the dark, a red glow may appear in the person's eyes. To prevent this, select Red-eye or Red-eye Fix. Refer to flash options in "Using the - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 45
Shooting in the dark Option Description Red-eye Fix*: • The flash fires twice when the subject or background is dark. The subject should not move until the flash fires a second time. • The camera corrects red-eyes through its advanced software analysis. Slow Sync: • The flash fires and the shutter - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 46
Changing the camera's focus Learn how to adjust the camera's focus. Using macro Use macro to take close-up photos of subjects, such as flowers or insects. Refer to macro options in "Using auto focus". Using auto focus To take sharp photos, select the appropriate focus according to your distance - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 47
Changing the camera's focus Using tracking auto focus Tracking AF allows you to track and auto focus on your subject, even when you are moving. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Shooting → Focus Area → Tracking AF. 3 Focus on the subject you want to track, and then press [ ]. • A focus - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 48
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 Description Center AF: Focus on the center. - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 49
Using face detection If you use face detection options, your camera can automatically detect a human face. When you focus on a human face, the camera adjusts the exposure automatically. Take photos quickly and easily by using Blink Detection to detect closed eyes or Smile Shot to capture a smiling - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 50
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. When faces are located in the center - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 51
Using face detection Detecting eye blinking If your camera detects closed eyes, it automatically takes two photos in succession. Using smart face recognition The camera automatically registers faces that you frequently photograph (up to 10 people). This feature will automatically prioritize the - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 52
Using face detection • The camera may recognize and register faces incorrectly depending on lighting conditions, remarkable changes in the subject's pose or face, and whether or not the subject is wearing glasses. • The camera can automatically register up to 12 faces. If the camera recognizes a new - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 53
Using face detection 4 When you are finished taking the photos, the face list appears. • Your favorite faces are indicated with a on the face list. • You can register up to 8 favorite faces. • The flash option will be set to Off. • If you register the same face twice, you can delete one of the faces - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 54
Adjusting brightness and color Learn how to adjust the brightness and color for 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 - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 55
Adjusting brightness and color Changing the metering option The metering mode refers to the way in which a camera measures the quantity of light. The brightness and lighting of your photos will vary depending on the metering mode you select. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Shooting or - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 56
Adjusting brightness and color 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Shooting or Movie → 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 - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 57
Using burst modes It can be difficult to take photos of fast-moving subjects or capture natural facial expressions and gestures of your subjects in photos. In these cases, select one of the burst modes to take multiple pictures rapidly. • You can use the flash, timer, ACB, and Smart Filter only - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 58
Improving your photos Learn how to improve your photos by applying smart filter effects, or make some adjustments. Applying smart filter effects Apply various filter effects to your photos to create unique images. Miniature Vignetting Fish Eye Sketch 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 59
Improving your photos Available filters in Movie mode Option Description Normal: No effect. Palette Effect 1: Create a vivid look with sharp contrast and red color. Palette Effect 2: Making scenes clean and clear by applying a soft blue tone. Palette Effect 3: Apply a soft brown tone. Palette Effect - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 60
Improving your photos Defining your own RGB tone 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Shooting or Movie → Smart Filter → Custom RGB. 3 Select a color (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue). Back Move 4 Adjust the amount of the selected color. (-: less or +: more) 5 Select [ ]. Shooting options 59 - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 61
Improving your photos Adjusting your photos Adjust the contrast, sharpness, and saturation of your photos. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Shooting → Image Adjust. 3 Select an adjustment option. • Contrast • Sharpness • Saturation 4 Select a value to adjust the selected item. Contrast - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 62
video 68 Playing voice memos 69 Editing a photo 70 Resizing photos 70 Rotating a photo 70 Applying smart filter effects 71 Correcting exposure problems 72 Creating a print order (DPOF 74 Viewing files on a TV 75 Transferring files to your Windows computer ...... 76 Transferring files using - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 63
Playing back Learn how to play back photos, videos, or voice memos, and manage files. Starting Playback mode View photos or play videos and voice memos stored in your camera. 1 Press [ ]. • The most recent file will be displayed. • If the camera is off, it will turn on and display the most recent - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 64
Playing back Ranking your favorite faces You can rank your favorite faces. This feature is available only when you use a memory card. 1 In Playback mode, press [ ]. 2 Select File Options → Face List Edit → Edit Ranking. 3 Select a face from the list and press [ ]. Face List Edit Canceling - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 65
Playing back Viewing files by category in Smart Album 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. 4 Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll through files. • Press and hold to scroll through files quickly. 5 - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 66
Playing back Viewing files as thumbnails Scan thumbnails of files. In Playback mode, rotate [Zoom] left to display 9 or 20 thumbnails. Rotate [Zoom] right to return to the previous mode. Filter To Scroll through files Delete files Do this Press [ Press [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ]. ], and then select Yes - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 67
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 PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 68
Playing 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 - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 69
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 slide show and switch to Playback mode, press [ ], and then [ ] or [ ]. Playing a video You can play a video, capture an image from a - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 70
Playing back Capturing an image during playback 1 Press [ ] at the point where you want to save a still image. 2 Press [ ]. A captured image has the same resolution as the original video file and is saved as a new file. Playing voice memos Playing a voice memo 1 In Playback mode, select a voice - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 71
as new files. • When you edit photos, the camera will automatically convert them to a lower resolution. Photos that you rotate or resize manually are not automatically converted to a lower resolution. Resizing photos 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [ ]. 2 Select Edit → Resize - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 72
Editing a photo Applying smart filter effects Apply various filter effects to your photos to create unique images. 1 In Playback mode, select a photo and press [ ]. 2 Select Edit → Smart Filter. 3 Select an effect. Miniature Back Move Option Description Normal: No effect. Miniature: Apply a - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 73
RGB. 3 Select a color (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue). Back Move 4 Adjust the amount of the selected color. (-: less or +: more) Correcting exposure problems Adjust ACB (Auto Contrast Balance), brightness, contrast, or saturation; remove red-eye; hide facial imperfections; or add noise to the photo - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 74
Editing a photo Hiding facial imperfections 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, and then press [ ]. 2 Select Edit → Image Adjust → Face Retouch. 3 Select a level. • As the number increases, the face becomes clearer. Adjusting brightness/contrast/saturation 1 In Playback mode, select a photo, - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 75
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 photos may print with the left and - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 76
Viewing files on a TV Play back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV using the A/V cable. 1 In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ ]. 2 Select 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 - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 77
.4 or later for you to connect the camera to the computer as a removable disk. Using a self-assembled PC or a PC and OS that are not supported may void your warranty. Playback/Editing 76 - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 78
Transferring files to your Windows computer Transferring files using Intelli-studio Intelli-studio will start automatically when you connect the camera to your computer with the USB cable. 1 In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Settings → PC Software → On. 3 Turn off the camera. 4 - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 79
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 1 2 3 4 5 15 6 14 - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 80
Transferring files to your Windows computer Icon 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Description Open menus Display files in the selected folder Change to the Photo edit mode Change to the Video edit mode Change to the Sharing mode (You can send files by email or upload files to websites, such as - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 81
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 from the pop-up window. 6 On your computer, select My Computer → Removable Disk → DCIM → 100PHOTO. 7 Select the files you - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 82
the camera automatically. You can transfer files directly from the camera to the 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 - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 83
. Date: Set to print the date. File Name: Set to print the name of the file. Reset: Reset the print options. Some options are not supported by some printers. Playback/Editing 82 - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 84
Settings Refer to options to configure your camera's settings. Camera settings menu 84 Accessing the settings menu 84 Sound 85 Display 85 Settings 86 - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 85
Camera settings menu Learn about various options to configure your camera's settings. Accessing the settings menu 1 In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ ]. 2 Select a menu. Shooting Sound Display Settings Volume Start Sound Shutter Sound Beep Sound AF Sound Exit Change Menu Description - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 86
of the screen. (Auto*, Dark, Normal, Bright) Normal is fixed in Playback mode even if you have selected Auto. Quick View Set the duration for reviewing a captured image before returning to the Shooting mode. (Off, 0.5 sec*, 1 sec, 3 sec) Settings 85 - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 87
Camera settings menu Item Power Save * Default Description If you perform no operations for 30 seconds, the camera automatically switches to Power save mode (press any button to deactivate the Power save mode). (Off*, On) If the Power save mode is deactivated, the main display will dim to save - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 88
a voice memo Set the video signal output according to your region. • NTSC*: USA, Canada, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Mexico. • PAL (supports only BDGHI): Australia, Austria, Belgium, China, Denmark, Finland, Germany, England, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 89
Camera settings menu Item AF Lamp USB PC Software * Default Description Turn on an assistant light to help you focus in dark places. (Off, On*) Select the function to use when you connect the camera to a computer or printer via USB. • Computer*: Connect your camera to a computer for transferring - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 90
messages 90 Camera maintenance 91 Cleaning your camera 91 Using or storing the camera 92 About memory cards 93 About the battery 95 Before contacting a service center 99 Camera specifications 102 Glossary 106 FCC notice 110 Index 111 - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 91
Card Error Card not supported. DCF Full Error File Error Low Battery Memory Full No Image File File system not supported. Suggested remedies • and then format the card. Delete the damaged file or contact a Samsung service center. Insert a charged battery or recharge the battery. Delete unnecessary - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 92
Camera maintenance Cleaning your camera Camera lens and 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 - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 93
Camera maintenance Using or storing the camera Inappropriate places to use or store the camera • Avoid exposing the camera to very cold or very hot temperatures. • Avoid using your camera in areas with extremly high humidity, or where the humidity changes drastically. • Avoid exposing the camera to - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 94
. • Do not allow unqualified personnel to service the camera or attempt to service the camera yourself. Any damage that results from unqualified service is not covered by your warranty. About memory cards Supported memory cards Your camera supports microSD (Secure Digital) or microSDHC (Secure - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 95
Camera maintenance Memory card capacity The memory capacity may differ depending on the scenes you shoot or the shooting conditions. These capacities are based on a 1 GB microSD card: Size P h o t o s Super Fine 130 140 183 166 391 637 882 1,626 Fine 234 254 321 304 588 846 1,144 1,716 * - - - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 96
off the camera for 1 minute. 4. Repeat steps 1 to 3. Record videos at 1280 X 720 HQ resolution and 30 fps. • The figures above are based on Samsung's standards. Your results may differ depending on your actual usage. • Several videos were recorded in succession to determine the total recording time - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 97
Camera maintenance Low battery message When the battery charge has fully discharged, the battery icon will turn red and the 'Low Battery' message will appear. Notes about using the battery • Avoid exposing batteries or memory cards to very cold or very hot temperatures (below 0º C/32º F or above 40º - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 98
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 (5V, 500mA) Appendixes 97 - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 99
or improperly. For your safety, follow these instructions for proper battery handling: • The battery use of the battery and contact a service center. • Use only authentic, manufacturer- battery only by the methods described in this user manual. • Do not place the battery near heating devices - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 100
center If you are having trouble with your camera, try these troubleshooting procedures before contacting a service center. If you have attempted the troubleshooting solution and are still having problems with your device, contact your local dealer or service center. When you leave your camera - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 101
Before contacting a service center Situation The date and time are incorrect The display . • Make sure that your camera is switched on. • Make sure that you are using a supported operating system. (p. 76, 81) Your computer The file transmission may be interrupted by disconnects the camera - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 102
Before contacting a service center Situation Your computer cannot play videos Intelli-studio is not functioning properly Suggested remedies • Depending on the video player programs installed on your PC, - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 103
stop range Digital zoom Intelli Zoom Display Type Feature Focusing Type 1/2.3" (Approx. 7.76 mm) CCD Approx. 14.2 mega-pixels Approx. 14.5 mega-pixels Samsung 10X Zoom Lens f = 4.85 - 48.5 mm (35 mm film equivalent: 27 - 270 mm) F3.3 (W) - F5.9 (T) • Still image mode: 1.0X - 5.0X (Optical x Digital - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 104
Camera specifications Shake reduction DUAL IS [O ptical Image Stabilization (OIS) + Digital Image Stabilization (DIS)] Effect Photo Shooting mode • Smart Filter: Normal, Miniature, Vignetting, Half Tone Dot, Sketch, Fish Eye, Defog, Classic, Retro, Negative, Custom RGB • Image Adjust: Sharpness - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 105
X 1488 637 588 772 846 1,065 1920 X 1080 882 1,144 1,404 1024 X 768 1,626 1,716 1,931 These figures are measured under Samsung's standard conditions and may vary depending on shooting conditions and camera settings. USB 2.0 Mono (Internal speaker), Mono (Microphone) NTSC, PAL (selectable - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 106
Camera specifications Power source Rechargeable battery Lithium-ion battery (BP85A (850 mAh)) Connector Type 20 pin (USB/AV out) The power source may differ depending on your region. Dimensions (W x H x D) 100.4 x 58.5 x 19.7 mm (excluding protrusions) Weight 148 g (without battery and - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 107
Glossary ACB (Auto Contrast Balance) This feature automatically improves the contrast of your images when the subject is backlit or when there is a high contrast between your subject and the background. AEB (Auto Exposure Bracket) This feature automatically captures several images at different - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 108
Glossary EV Compensation This feature allows you to quickly adjust the exposure value measured by the camera, in limited increments, to improve the exposure of your photos. Set the EV compensation to -1.0 EV to adjust the value one step darker and 1.0 EV to one step brighter. Exif (Exchangeable - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 109
Glossary 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 misplaced or random, bright pixels. Noise - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 110
return systems) This marking on the battery, manual or packaging indicates that the batteries in this product mercury, cadmium or lead above the reference levels in EC Directive 2006/66. If batteries are not properly disposed of -003. PlanetFirst represents Samsung Electronics' commitment to the - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 111
, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there of Conformity Trade Name Model No. : Samsung Electronics America, Inc. : Samsung PL210 Responsible Party : Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Address : 85 - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 112
Index A ACB in Playback mode 72 in Shooting mode 53 Adjusting Brightness 73 Contrast in Playback mode 73 in Shooting mode 60 Saturation in Playback mode 73 in Shooting mode 60 Sharpness 60 AF Lamp 88 AF Sound 85 Aperture 34 Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) 53 Specifications 95 Beauty Shot mode 32 Blink - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 113
Index G Glossary 106 H Half-pressing 6 I Icons 18 Image adjust ACB 72 add noise 73 brightness 73 contrast 73 face retouch 73 red-eye fix 72 saturation 73 Imprint 87 Intelli-studio 78 Intelli zoom 24 ISO speed 44 L Light source (White balance) 54 Long time shutter 34 M Macro 45 Magic Frame mode 31 - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 114
Index Photo 41 Video 41 RGB tone in Playback mode 72 in Shooting mode 59 Rotating 70 S Scene mode 30 Self-Shot 49 Service center 99 Settings Accessing 84 Camera 86 Display 85 Sound 85 Shooting mode Dual IS 34 Movie 36 Program 35 Scene 30 Smart Auto 29 - Samsung PL210 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 115
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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