Samsung PL100 - User Manual

This user manual includes detailed usage
instructions for your camera. Please read
this manual thoroughly.
Common questions
Quick reference
Contents
Basic functions
Extended functions
Shooting options
Playback/Editing
Appendixes
Index
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Samsung PL100 Specifications

General

Megapixel	12.4 MP
Camera type	Compact camera
Sensor type	CCD
Image stabilizer	Yes
Image sensor size	1/2.33 \
Maximum image resolution	4000 x 3000 pixels
Still image resolution(s)	2048 x 1536, 2560 x 1920, 3264 x 2448
Digital zoom	3 x
Optical zoom	5 x
Focal length range	6.3 - 18.9 mm
Digital SLR	No
Minimum RAM	512 MB
Minimum processor	Pentium IV, AMD Athelon 64FX
Power supply type	DC
Dimensions (WxDxH)	95.7 x 20.3 x 56 mm
Aperture range (F-F)	3 - 5.6
Camera shutter speed	1/8 - 1/1500 s
Effective sensor resolution	12.2 pixels
Minimum storage drive space	250 MB
Minimum system requirements	USB CD-ROM
Compatible operating systems	Windows 7/XP/Vista
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)	35 - 105 mm
Focus	TTL
Focus adjustment	Auto
Normal focusing range	0.8 - ∞ m
Macro focusing range (tele)	0.5 - 0.8 m
Macro focusing range (wide)	0.1 - 0.8 m
Normal focusing range (tele)	1 - ∞ m
Auto Mode focusing range (tele)	0.5 - ∞ m
Auto Mode focusing range (wide)	0.1 - ∞ m
Light metering	centre-weighted, spot
ISO sensitivity	80, 100, 200, 400, 800, Auto
Motion JPEG frame rate	30 fps
Maximum video resolution	640 x 480 pixels
Display diagonal	2.7 \
Display resolution (numeric)	230000 pixels
USB version	2.0
Product color	Black
Scene modes	Children, Close-up (macro), Fireworks, Night, Night portrait, Portrait, self-portrait, Sunset, Landscape (scenery)
Image editing	resizing, rotating, trimming
Photo effects	Muted, Negative film, Vivid
White balance	auto, Cloudy, custom modes, daylight, Fluorescent, Incandescent
Camera playback	movie, single image, slide show
Battery type	BP-70A
Battery capacity	740 mAh
Operating temperature (T-T)	0 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	5 - 45 %
Flash modes	auto, Red-eye reduction
Flash recharging time	4 s
Internal memory	5 MB
Compatible memory cards	sdhc

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	20.3 mm
Width	95.7 mm
Height	56 mm
Weight	111 g

Summary

User Manual PL100;PL101

Contents

List of all chapters and sections within the manual.

Health and safety information

Safety warnings

Precautions to avoid injury to yourself or damage to equipment.

Safety precautions

Guidelines for handling and storing the camera carefully and sensibly.

Organization of the user manual

Basic functions

Learn about your camera's layout, icons, and basic functions for shooting.

Extended functions

Learn how to take a photo by selecting a mode and how to record a video or voice memo.

Shooting options

Learn about the options you can set in shooting mode.

Icons used in this manual

Indications used in this manual

Explains indicators displayed on the camera screen.

Abbreviations used in this manual

List and definition of common abbreviations.

Common questions

The subjects eyes appear red.

Troubleshooting red-eye in photos caused by camera flash.

Photos are blurred.

Troubleshooting blurred photos due to low light or incorrect handling.

Basic functions

Unpacking

Check your product box for the following items.

Camera layout

Familiarize yourself with your camera's parts and their functions.

Charging the battery and turning your camera on

Charging the battery

Steps to charge the camera battery before first use.

Turning on your camera

How to power on the camera and initial setup.

Performing the initial setup

Language and Time Zone setup

Guide to setting language, time zone, date, and time on the camera.

Setting the display and sound

Changing the display type

How to select different display styles for shooting or playback.

Extended functions

Shooting modes

Selecting the best shooting mode for different conditions.

Taking photos with the front display

Using the front display for self-portraits, couples, and children.

Taking photos with the front display

Using the Self-portrait mode

Take photos of yourself conveniently using the front display.

Shooting options

Selecting a resolution and quality

Change image resolution and quality settings for photos and videos.

Shooting in the dark

Tips and settings for taking photos at night or in low light conditions.

Changing the cameras focus

Adjust focus based on subjects, such as macro or auto focus.

Using face detection

Detecting faces

Camera automatically detects human faces for focus and exposure.

Adjusting brightness and color

Adjusting the exposure manually (EV)

Adjust exposure to get a better photo in varying light conditions.

Adjusting brightness and color

Selecting a light source (White balance)

Calibrate white balance for realistic colors under different lighting.

Playback;Editing

Playing back

View photos, videos, and voice memos stored on the camera.

Editing a photo

Perform photo editing tasks like resizing and rotating.

Editing a photo

Resizing photos

Change the size of photos for different purposes.

Transferring files to your computer (for Windows)

Installing Intelli-studio

Steps to install the Intelli-studio software for file transfer.

Transferring files to your computer (for Mac)

Connect your camera to a Macintosh computer

Connect camera to Mac via USB for direct file transfer.

Appendixes

Camera settings menu

Learn about various options to configure your camera's settings.

Camera settings menu

Accessing the settings menu

How to navigate and select options within the settings menu.

Camera settings menu

Sound

Set camera sounds and volume levels.

Error messages

Card Error

Troubleshooting errors related to memory cards.

Camera maintenance

Cleaning your camera

Instructions for cleaning the camera lens, display, and body.

Camera maintenance

About memory cards

Information on compatible memory cards and their capacities.

Before contacting a service center

Cannot turn on the camera

Troubleshooting steps if the camera does not turn on.

The power turns off suddenly

Troubleshooting steps if the camera unexpectedly shuts down.

Camera specifications

Image sensor

Details about the camera's image sensor type and pixel count.

Lens

Specifications for the camera's lens, including focal length and aperture.

Shutter speed

Specifications for shutter speed in different shooting modes.

Exposure

Details on exposure control, metering, and ISO equivalent.

Flash

Specifications for flash modes and range.

Camera specifications

Dimensions (W x H x D)

Physical dimensions of the camera.

Weight

Weight of the camera without battery and memory card.

Operating temperature

Recommended operating temperature range for the camera.