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- Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 1
User Manual ST90/ST91 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 ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (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 ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 3
may cause a fire or personal injuries. Use only Samsung-approved batteries, chargers, 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 - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (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 ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 5
manual are the property of their respective owners. • Camera specifications or contents of this manual may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of camera provided CD-ROM. Organization of the user manual Basic functions 11 Learn about your camera's layout, icons, and basic functions for - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 6
in the corresponding modes. The mode may not support functions for all scenes. e.g.) Available in the Program and Movie modes Icons used in this manual Icon Function Additional information Safety warnings and precautions [] Camera buttons; for example: [Shutter] represents the shutter button - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 7
manual Pressing the shutter • Half-press [Shutter]: press the shutter halfway down. • Press [Shutter]: press the shutter all the way down. Exposure (Brightness) The amount of light that enters your camera a scene, such as a person, animal, or still life. • Background: the objects around the subject. - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (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. 41) • If the photo has already been taken, - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 9
, or contrast) 58 Reducing camera shake • Digital Image Stabilization (DIS) 25 • Viewing files by category in Smart Album 62 • Deleting all files on the memory card 64 • Viewing files as a slide show 65 • Viewing files on a TV 73 • Connecting your camera to a computer 74 • Adjusting - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 10
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 and color 51 Adjusting the exposure manually (EV 51 Compensating for backlighting (ACB 51 Changing the metering option 52 - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 11
Sound 83 Display 83 Settings 84 Appendixes 87 Error messages 88 Camera maintenance 89 Cleaning your camera 89 Using or storing the camera 90 About memory cards 91 About the battery 93 Before contacting a service center 97 Camera specifications 100 Glossary 104 FCC notice 108 Index 109 - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 12
'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 setup 17 Learning icons 18 Selecting - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (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 ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 14
Shooting mode. • 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 ( , ) Speaker Microphone AF-assist light/timer lamp Lens Basic functions 13 Tripod mount Battery chamber cover Insert a memory card and battery - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 15
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: camera sets the shutter speed and aperture value and lets you set the other options. Scene Take a photo with options preset for a specific - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 16
optional memory card into the camera. Removing 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. Insert the battery with the Samsung logo facing - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 17
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 camera on or - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (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 ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 19
time Internal memory Memory card inserted • : Fully charged • : Partially charged • : Charging needed Voice memo (On) Icon Description Auto focus frame Camera shake Zoom (contrast, sharpness, saturation) Voice muted Burst type Digital Image Stabilization (DIS) Basic functions 18 - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (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 ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (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 Scene Movie This mode allows you to directly set various features for shooting. 3 Press [ ]. Shooting - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 22
information. Setting the sound Set whether your camera emits a specified sound when you operate your camera. 1 In Shooting or Playback mode, battery icon • Display all information about the current photo • Hide all information about the current file • Display information about the current file - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (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 [ ]. 4 Half-press [Shutter] to focus. • A green frame means the subject in focus. • A red frame means the subject - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 24
a 5X 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 digital zoom. By using both the optical zoom and digital zoom, you can zoom in up to 25 times - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 25
zoom indicator is in the Intelli range, your camera is using the Intelli zoom. Photo resolution varies according 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 - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 26
the DIS function. • DIS may not function properly when: -- you move your camera to follow a moving subject -- you use digital zoom -- there is too much camera shake -- the shutter speed is slow (e.g., when in the mode) -- the battery is low -- you take a close-up shot • In some scene modes, the - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 27
camera correctly Make sure nothing is blocking the lens. Reducing camera shake Select the function to reduce camera shake digitally. (p. 25) Half-pressing the shutter button When is displayed Half-press [Shutter] and adjust the focus. The camera camera still. • Use a tripod or set - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (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 ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (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 Night mode - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (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 ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 31
the mode depending on the subject's movement. • In mode, the camera consumes more battery power, because it changes settings often to select appropriate scenes. Using the Scene mode Take a photo with options preset for a specific scene. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Scene → a scene - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 32
-press [Shutter] to focus. 6 Press [Shutter] to take the photo. • In Magic Frame mode, the resolution is automatically set to . • When you connect your camera to a TV in Magic Frame mode, it automatically switches to Playback mode. You cannot capture photos in Playback mode. Extended functions 31 - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (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 ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 34
places. • The object highlight effect cannot be used with the optical zoom at 3X or higher. • Digital zoom is not available in Object Highlight mode. • Use a tripod to prevent camera shake as the camera captures 2 consecutive photos to apply the effect. • The subject and the background should have - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 35
Using the Night mode Use the Night mode to take a photo with options for preset for shooting at night. Use a tripod to prevent your camera from shaking. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Scene → Night. 3 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus. 4 Press - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 36
11 minutes) at 1280x720 resolution and the camera saves recorded videos as MJPEG files. • Some memory cards may not support high definition recording. If this occurs, set a lower resolution. (p. 39) • Memory cards with slow writing speeds will not support high resolution videos and high-speed videos - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 37
the microphone when you use the Sound Alive function. • Recordings made with Sound Alive may differ from actual sounds. 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 - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 38
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 Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Shooting → Voice → Record. 3 Press [Shutter] to record. • You - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 39
eye 41 Using the flash 41 Adjusting the ISO speed 42 Changing the camera's focus 43 Using macro 43 Using auto focus 43 Using tracking auto Star) ...... 49 Adjusting brightness and color 51 Adjusting the exposure manually (EV 51 Compensating for backlighting (ACB 51 Changing the metering - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 40
standard, analog TV. 320 X 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 sizes. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Shooting → Quality → an option. Option Description Super - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 41
The options may differ depending on the shooting mode. 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 detection option you have selected, the timer - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 42
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 it detects in the mode. Shooting options 41 - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 43
Shooting in the dark Option Description Red-eye Fix*: • The flash fires twice when the subject or background is dark. • The camera corrects red-eyes through its advanced software analysis. Slow Sync: • The flash fires and the shutter stays open longer. • This option is recommended when you want to - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 44
take sharp photos, select the appropriate focus according to your distance from the subject. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. Normal (AF) • Try to hold the camera very still to prevent blurry photos. • Turn off the flash if the distance to the subject is less than 16 in. (40 cm.) 2 Select an option - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 45
. 3 Focus on the subject you want to track, and then press [ ]. • A focus frame appears on the subject and follows the subject as you move the camera. • If you do not select a focus area, the focus frame will appear in the center of the screen. • Tracking a subject may fail when: -- the subject - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 46
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 - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 47
The focus frame will appear orange for Smile Shot and Blink Detection.) -- it is too bright or too dark -- the subject is not facing the camera -- the subject is wearing sunglasses or a mask -- the subject is in backlit or the lighting condition is unstable -- the subject's facial expression changes - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 48
Shooting → Face Detection → Self-Portrait. 3 When you hear a beep, press [Shutter]. If you turn Volume off in the sound settings, the camera will not emit a beep. (p. 83) 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Shooting → Face Detection → Smile Shot. • When your subject smiles broadly, your - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 49
prioritize the focus on those faces. This feature is available only when you use a memory card. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Shooting → Face Detection → Blink Detection. • Hold your camera still while "Capturing" is displayed on the screen. • When blink detection fails, the "Picture - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 50
replace the face in the lowest priority with the new one. • The camera can detect up to 5 faces in one scene. Registering faces as your focus and exposure on those faces. This feature is available only when you use a memory card. 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Shooting → Smart FR Edit - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 51
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 ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 52
the brightness and color for better image quality. Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) Depending on the intensity of the ambient light, decide on an appropriate exposure, select AEB (Auto Exposure Bracket). The camera takes three photos, each with a different exposure: normal, underexposed, and - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 53
If a subject is not in the center of the scene, your photo may be improperly exposed. • Suitable for a subject with backlighting. Center-weighted: • Your camera averages the meter reading of the entire frame with emphasis placed on the center. • Suitable for photos with subjects in the center of the - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 54
. (See procedure at right.) Defining your own white balance 1 In Shooting mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Shooting or Movie → White Balance → Measure: Shutter (Custom Set). 3 Aim the lens at a piece of white paper. 4 Press [Shutter]. Shooting options 53 - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 55
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: normal, underexposed - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 56
the retro-looking colors, high contrast, and strong vignette effect of Lomo cameras. Half Tone Dot: Apply a halftone effect. Sketch: Apply a pen edges of the frame and distort objects to imitate the visual effect of a fisheye lens. Defog: Make a photo clearer. Classic: Apply a black and white effect. - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 57
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 4: Create and strong vignette effect of Lomo cameras. Fish-eye: Distort close objects to imitate the visual effect of a fisheye lens. Defog: Make a photo - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 58
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 57 - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 59
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 ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 60
smart filter effects 69 Correcting exposure problems 70 Creating a print order (DPOF 72 Viewing files on a TV 73 Transferring files to your Windows computer ...... 74 Transferring files using Intelli-studio 75 Transferring files by connecting the camera as a removable disk 77 Disconnecting - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 61
turn on and display the most recent file. 2 Press [ ] or [ ] to scroll through files. • Press and hold to scroll through files quickly. • If you want to view files stored in the internal memory, remove your memory card. • The camera will not properly play back files that are too large or those taken - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 62
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 your - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 63
were saved. View files by the dominant color of the image. View files by the weekday they were saved. View files by recognized faces and favorite faces. (Up to 20 people) It may take some time for the camera to open Smart Album or to change the category and recognize files. Playback/Editing 62 - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 64
[ ] or [ ]. ], and then select Yes. Protecting files Protect your files from accidental deletion. 1 In Playback mode, press [ ]. 2 Select File Options → Protect → Select. 3 To protect all files, select All → Lock. 4 To protect a single file, select the file you want to protect, and then press - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 65
Yes. To delete all files, 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 - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 66
Trim the enlarged photo Press [ ]. The trimmed photo is saved as a new file. Starting a slide show You can apply effects and add audio to your slide View all photos in a slide show. • Date: View photos captured on a specific date in a slide show. • Select: View selected photos in a slide show. - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 67
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 ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 68
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 memo, and then - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 69
eyes, and adjusting brightness, contrast, or saturation. • The camera saves edited photos 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 - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 70
-looking colors, high contrast, and strong vignette effect of Lomo cameras. Soft-Focus: Hide facial imperfections or apply dreamy effects. Old edges of the frame and distort objects to imitate the visual effect of a fisheye lens. Defog: Make a photo clearer. Classic: Apply a black and white effect. - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 71
). 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. Adjusting ACB (Auto Contrast - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 72
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 ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 73
(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 photos may print with the - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 74
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 • On some TVs, digital noise may occur or part of an image may not appear. • Images may not appear centered - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 75
program. You can also edit files or upload files to your favorite websites. Requirements for monitor (1280 x 1024 pixels, 32-bit color display recommended) • USB 2.0 port, Microsoft DirectX 9.0c or later * The programs may to connect the camera to the computer as a removable disk. Using a self-assembled PC - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 76
new files, the pop-up window for saving new files will not appear. 7 Select Yes. • New files are transferred to the computer. For Windows 7, Windows Vista, select Run iStudio.exe from the AutoPlay window. The battery charges while the camera is connected to a computer with the USB cable. Playback - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 77
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 7 13 8 9 12 10 11 Playback - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 78
faces Transferring files by connecting the camera as a removable disk Connect the camera to your computer as a removable disk. 1 In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ ]. 2 Select Settings → PC Software → Off. 3 Turn off the camera. 4 Connect the camera to your computer with the USB cable. You - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 79
pop-up window. 6 On your computer, select My Computer → Removable Disk → DCIM → 100PHOTO. 7 Select the files you want and drag or save them to your computer. 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 - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 80
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 not responsible for any loss - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 81
[ ]. 2 Select Settings → USB. 3 Select Printer. 4 With the printer on, connect your camera to the printer with the USB cable. Configuring print settings Images Size Layout to print the date. File Name: Set to print the name of the file. Reset: Reset the print options. Some options are not - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 82
Settings Refer to options to configure your camera's settings. Camera settings menu 82 Accessing the settings menu 82 Sound 83 Display 83 Settings 84 - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 83
Display: Customize the display settings, such as start image and brightness. (p. 83) Settings: Change the settings for the camera system, such as memory format, default file name, and USB mode. (p. 84) 3 Select an option and save your settings. Volume Start Sound Shutter Sound Beep Sound AF Sound - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 84
image. • Logo: Display a default image stored in the internal memory. • User Image: Display the image you want. (p. 68) • Only one user image will be saved in the memory. • If you select a new photo as a user image or reset your camera, the current image will be deleted. Display Brightness Adjust - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 85
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 ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 86
Camera settings menu Item File No. * Default Description Specify how to name files. • Reset: Set the file number to start from 0001 when inserting a new memory card, formatting a memory card, or deleting all files. • Series*: Set the file number to follow the previous file battery. • The camera - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 87
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 files. • Printer: Connect - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 88
Appendixes Refer to error messages, specifications, and maintenance tips. Error messages 88 Camera maintenance 89 Cleaning your camera 89 Using or storing the camera 90 About memory cards 91 About the battery 93 Before contacting a service center 97 Camera specifications 100 Glossary 104 - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 89
memory card is not compatible with your camera. Insert a microSD, microSDHC memory card. File names do not match the DCF standard. Transfer the files on the memory card to your computer, and then format the card. Delete the damaged file or contact a Samsung service center. Insert a charged battery - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 90
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 ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 91
to a warm one, condensation can form on the lens or internal components of the camera. In this situation, turn off the camera and wait for at least 1 hour. If condensation forms on the memory card, remove the memory card from the camera and wait until all moisture has evaporated before reinserting - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 92
from unqualified service is not covered by your warranty. About memory cards Supported memory cards Your camera supports microSD (Secure Digital) or microSDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) memory cards. To read data with a PC or memory card reader, insert the memory card into a memory card adapter - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 93
memory cards • Insert a memory card in the correct direction. Inserting a memory card in the wrong direction may damage your camera and memory card. • Do not use memory cards that have been formatted by other cameras or by a computer. Reformat the memory card with your camera. • Turn off the camera - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 94
you use the camera for an extended period, the memory card may become warm. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. The manufacturer is not responsible for any loss of data. About the battery Use only Samsung-approved batteries. Battery specifications Specification Description Model - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 95
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 Cautions about using the battery Protect batteries, chargers, and memory cards from damage Prevent batteries from making contact with - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 96
. 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 cable. Doing so may damage the cable. Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 97
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 ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 98
solution and are still having problems with your device, contact your local dealer or service center. When you leave your camera at a service center, be sure to also leave the other components that may have contributed to the malfunction, such as the memory card and battery. Situation Cannot turn - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 99
a service center Situation The date and time are incorrect The display or buttons do not work The camera screen works poorly The memory card has an error Cannot play back files The photo is blurry Suggested remedies Set the date and time in the display settings menu. (p. 84) Remove the battery and - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 100
• Make sure that the USB cable is connected correctly. • End Intelli-studio and restart the program. • You cannot use Intelli-studio on Macintosh computers. • Make sure that the PC Software is set to On in the settings menu. (p. 86) • Depending on your computer's specification and environments, the - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 101
Camera specifications Image sensor Type Effective pixels Total pixels 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 5X Zoom Lens f = 4.7 - 23.5 mm (35 mm film equivalent: - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 102
Camera specifications Blue Sky, Natural Green, Sunset • Format: MJPEG (Max recording time: 20 min) • Size: 1280 X 720 HQ (Per one file: Max. 4GB), 640 X 480, 320 X 240 • Frame Rate: 30 FPS, 15 FPS • Voice: Sound Alive On/Sound Alive Off/Mute • Video editing (embedded): Pause during recording, Still - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 103
(up to 2 GB guaranteed) -- microSDHC 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: AVI (MJPEG) • Audio: WAV Image size Interface Digital output connector Audio output Video - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 104
(USB/AV out) The power source may differ depending on your region. Dimensions (W x H x D) 91.8 x 53.9 x 16.5(20.2) mm (excluding protrusions) Weight 105 g (without battery and memory card) Operating temperature 0 - 40˚ C Operating humidity 5 - 85 % Software Intelli-studio Specifications - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 105
. Usually, abiding by the rule of thirds leads to a good composition. DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) A specification to define a file format and file system for digital cameras created by the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA). Depth of field The - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 106
brighter. Exif (Exchangeable Image File Format) A specification to define an image file format for digital cameras created by the Japan Electronic types are CCD (Charge-coupled Device) and CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor). ISO sensitivity The sensitivity of the camera to light, based - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 107
lens and does not deteriorate quality of images. Quality An expression of the rate of compression used in a digital image. Higher quality images have a lower rate of compression, which usually results in a larger file the primary colors red, green, and blue), in an image. The goal of adjusting - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 108
(e.g. charger, headset, USB cable) recycling. Business users should contact battery return systems) This marking on the battery, manual or packaging indicates that the batteries battery return system. This Class [B] digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. PlanetFirst represents Samsung - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 109
has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by Model No. : Samsung Electronics America, Inc. : Samsung ST90 Responsible Party : Samsung Electronics America, Inc. - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 110
(AEB) 54 Continuous 54 Motion capture 54 C Camera shake 26 Capturing an image from a video 67 Cleaning Body 89 Display 89 Lens 89 B Battery Charging 94 Life 93 D Date/Time Set 84 Date Type 84 Deleting files 64 Digital Image Stabilization (DIS) 25 Digital zoom 23 DIS 25 Disconnecting the device 78 - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 111
time shutter 34 M Macro 43 Magic Frame mode 31 Maintenance 89 Memory card Capacity 92 microSD 91 microSDHC 91 MENU button 14 Metering Center-weighted 52 Multi 52 Spot 52 MJPEG (Motion JPEG) 101 Mode button 14 Movie mode 35 Muting Camera 16 Video 36 My Star Canceling faces 61 Ranking 61 Registering - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 112
68 S Scene mode 30 Self-Portrait 47 Service center 97 Settings Accessing 82 Camera 84 Display 83 Sound 83 Shooting mode Movie T Timer 40 Tracking focus 44 Transferring files for Mac 79 for Windows 74 V Video Playing 66 Recording 35 Video Out 85 Viewing files as thumbnails 63 by category 62 on - Samsung ST90 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.1) (English) - Page 113
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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