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Samsung SL620 User Manual

Samsung SL620
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Samsung SL620 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSamsung
ModelSL620
CategoryDigital Camera
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Instructions

Setting up the application software

Install camera software for PC connection and image editing.

Basic Shooting Steps

Outlines the primary sequence for using the camera.

Getting to Know Your Camera

Prior to Using Your Camera

Read manual, check for after-sales service, test operation.

Danger

Critical Safety Precautions

Avoid modification, flammable gases, liquids, and foreign objects.

Warning

Hazardous Situation Precautions

Avoid flash near eyes, keep away from children, prevent overheating.

Caution

Potential Injury Precautions

Handle battery safely, avoid flash contact, be careful with cables.

System Chart

Package Contents

Lists items included in the camera package.

Sold Separately

Lists optional accessories available for purchase.

Identification of Features

Front and Top Views

Identifies buttons and ports on the camera's front and top.

Back View

Identifies controls and display on the camera's back.

Bottom View

Identifies ports and features on the camera's bottom.

Indicator Lamps and Icons

Explains self-timer, status lamps, and mode icons.

Connecting to a Power Source

Battery Specifications and Usage

Details battery specs, life, and important usage tips.

USB Cable Usage and Charging

Guides on USB cable use and battery charging process.

Battery Insertion

Instructions on how to insert the battery correctly.

Inserting the Memory Card

Provides steps for inserting the memory card.

Instructions on How to Use the Memory Card

Memory Card Handling and Precautions

Covers proper use, care, and potential issues with memory cards.

Shooting Capacity and File Formats

Details image capacity based on size and quality settings.

LCD Monitor Indicator

Shooting Information Displayed

Explains icons and data shown on the LCD during shooting.

How to Use the Menu

Navigating and Selecting Menu Options

Step-by-step guide for accessing and using camera menus.

Starting the Recording Mode

Selecting Shooting Modes

Explains how to use the mode dial to choose camera modes.

Using the Smart Auto Mode

Guide to automatic scene selection and capture.

Using the Auto Mode

Instructions for automatic shooting with minimal user interaction.

Scene Recognition Conditions

Lists conditions for automatic scene recognition by the camera.

Using the Program Mode

Manual control over settings except aperture and shutter speed.

Using the DUAL IS Mode

Reduces camera shake for clearer images in dim conditions.

Using the Photo Help Guide Mode

Assists users in learning optimal picture-taking methods.

Using the Beauty Shot Mode

Enhances portraits by adjusting facial features.

Using the Scene Modes

Configures settings for various shooting situations.

Using the Frame Guide Mode

Facilitates taking pictures from specific angles with assistance.

Using the Long Time Shutter Mode

Allows adjustment of shutter speed and aperture in night scenes.

Using the Movie Clip Mode

Records video clips with or without audio.

Recording Movie Clips Without Sound

Steps to record video without audio.

Pausing Movie Recording (Successive Recording)

Temporarily stops and resumes movie recording.

Things to Watch Out For When Taking Pictures

Shutter Button Operation and Focus Confirmation

Explains half-press for focus and full-press for capture.

Shooting Condition Considerations

Covers memory capacity, flash warnings, and shooting against light.

Using the Camera Buttons to Set the Camera

POWER and SHUTTER Buttons

Describes the function of power and shutter buttons.

ZOOM Button Functionality

Explains optical and digital zoom operations.

TELE Zoom Operations

Details optical and digital zoom functions for telephoto effects.

WIDE Zoom Operations

Details optical and digital zoom functions for wide-angle effects.

Info (DISP) / Up Button

Displaying Image Information

Shows how to view captured image details on the LCD.

Macro ( ) / Down Button

Macro Photography Setup

Guide to setting macro mode and focus ranges.

Focus Modes and Ranges

Provides tables for focus modes and their corresponding ranges.

Focus Lock

Using the Focus Lock Function

Steps to lock focus on off-center subjects.

Flash ( ) / Left Button

Selecting Flash Modes

Instructions for choosing different flash settings.

Flash Range Guide

Table showing flash range based on ISO and zoom.

Flash Mode Indicators

Explains icons for various flash modes like Auto, Fill-in, Slow Synchro.

Available Flash Modes by Recording Mode

Table indicating flash mode compatibility with camera modes.

Self-timer ( ) / Right Button

Operating the Self-Timer

Steps to set and use the self-timer function.

Self-Timer Mode Indicators

Icons and descriptions for different self-timer modes.

Motion Timer Operation

Details on how the motion timer detects and captures movement.

MENU Button

Menu Navigation and Display

How to access and navigate camera menus.

OK Button

Confirming Settings and Data

How to use the OK button to save selections.

Functions

Enabling Functions via MENU/Fn Button

Using buttons to access frequently used functions.

Exposure Compensation

Adjusting exposure value for different lighting conditions.

White Balance Adjustment

Controls color balance for natural-looking images.

Custom White Balance Setup

Steps to set a custom white balance using a white reference.

ISO Sensitivity Settings

Adjusts camera sensitivity to light for better low-light performance.

Face Detection Function

How the camera detects and focuses on faces automatically.

Face Detection Operation Steps

Guides on capturing photos using the face detection feature.

Face Detection Capabilities and Modes

Details on detecting multiple faces, zoom limits, and mode compatibility.

Self Portrait Mode

Easy self-portraits with automatic face detection.

Smile Shot Feature

Automatically captures photos when a smile is detected.

Blink Detection Feature

Captures two shots if eyes are closed, one if open.

Face Tone Adjustment

Controls skin tone in beauty shot images.

Face Retouch Function

Improves skin appearance in beauty shot images.

Image Size Selection

Choose resolution appropriate for application and memory.

Quality and Frame Rate Settings

Select compression ratio and video frame rate.

ACB (Auto Contrast Balance)

Automatically adjusts contrast for challenging lighting.

Metering Methods

Select how the camera measures light for exposure.

Drive Mode Settings

Choose single, continuous, motion capture, or AEB shooting.

Auto Focus Type Selection

Select focus area (center or multi-point).

Photo Style Selector

Apply various visual effects to images.

Image Adjustments (Contrast, Sharpness, Saturation)

Modify image contrast, sharpness, and color saturation.

OIS (Optical Image Stabilization)

Minimizes camera shake for clearer pictures.

Voice Memo Recording

Add voice-over to still images (max 10 sec).

Voice Recording

Record audio clips for extended periods (max 10 hours).

Recording Movie Clips Without Sound

Steps to record video without audio.

Sound Menu

Volume Settings

Adjust volume for start-up, shutter, beep, and AF sounds.

Startup Sound Configuration

Set the sound played when the camera turns on.

Shutter and Beep Sound Settings

Customize shutter click and button beep sounds.

Sound ( )

AF Sound and Self-Portrait Settings

Configure AF sound and self-portrait detection.

Setup Menu

Language Selection

Choose the display language for the LCD monitor.

Function Description Display

Enable or disable on-screen function descriptions.

Display ( )

Start-up Image Customization

Select the image displayed when the camera powers on.

Quick View and Display Settings

Configure quick image review and LCD brightness.

Power Save Mode

Automatically turns off LCD to conserve battery.

Settings ( ” )

Formatting the Memory Card

Erases all data on the memory card.

Initialising Camera Settings

Resets most camera settings to default values.

Settings ( ” )

Date, Time, and Date Type Settings

Configure date/time display and format.

Time Zone Configuration

Set time zone for accurate local time display.

File Naming Conventions

Select how image files are named.

Settings ( ” )

Imprinting Recording Date on Images

Add date/time stamp to still images.

Auto Power Off Function

Automatically turns off the camera to save battery.

Settings ( ” )

Auto Focus Lamp Control

Enable or disable the AF assist lamp.

Selecting Video Output Type

Choose between NTSC and PAL for external video output.

Settings ( ” )

USB Connection Mode Selection

Set USB connection to Auto, Computer, or Printer.

Starting Play Mode

Playing Back Still Images

Navigate and view still photos stored on the camera.

Playing Back Movie Clips

View recorded video files.

Capturing Still Images from Movie Clips

Extract single frames from video recordings.

Playing Back Recorded Voice Files

Listen to recorded audio clips.

Playing Back Voice Memos

Play voice memos attached to still images.

LCD Monitor Indicator (Playback)

Explains icons displayed during playback mode.

Using the Camera Buttons to Set the Camera

Play Mode Button Functions

Controls switching between modes and power.

Thumbnail / Enlargement Button

Accesses Smart Album and image zoom.

Smart Album Feature

Organizes and views images in album format.

Thumbnail / Enlargement Button

Searching and Deleting Files in Smart Album

Browse, select, and delete images within Smart Album.

Smart Album Filtering Options

Filter images by type, date, color, or week.

Details of Each Category

Explains how images are categorized in Smart Album.

Image Enlargement and Zoom Indicator

Magnify images and check zoom level.

Image Trimming Function

Extract and save specific parts of an image.

Info (DISP) / Up Button

Displaying Image Information

Shows how to view captured image details on the LCD.

Play & Pause / OK Button

Playback Controls and Menu Confirmation

Manages playback and confirms menu selections.

Left / Right / Down / MENU Button

Navigation and Menu Operations

Controls movement within menus and image selection.

Delete ( Õ ) Button

Deleting Selected Images

Steps for deleting individual or multiple images.

Setting Up Playback Functions via LCD Monitor

Edit Menu: Resize Images

Change image resolution to smaller sizes.

Edit Menu: Rotate Images

Rotate stored images by various degrees.

Edit Menu: Photo Style Selector

Apply various visual effects to images.

Edit Menu: Image Adjustments

Modify image contrast, brightness, and color.

View Menu: Thumbnails and Content Search

View and categorize content like pictures and videos.

Multi Slide Show Configuration

Set up and play slideshows with effects and music.

File Options Menu

Manage images, memos, DPOF, and copy functions.

View

Thumbnails and Content Search

View and categorize content like pictures and videos.

Starting the Multi Slide Show

Start the Multi Slide Show

Configure and play slideshows.

Selecting Images for Slideshow

Choose specific images or by date for slideshows.

Slideshow Effect Configuration

Apply unique screen effects to slideshows.

Setting Play Interval and Background Music

Adjust slideshow timing and add music.

File Options

Deleting Images

Manage image deletion.

Protecting Images

Lock images to prevent accidental deletion.

Voice Memo Function

Add voice annotations to still images.

DPOF Settings

Embed print order information on memory card.

Index and Print Size Settings

Configure index prints and output size.

Copying Files to Card

Transfer internal memory files to the memory card.

PictBridge

Connecting the Camera to a Printer

Steps to connect the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer.

Setting Up Camera for Printer Connection

Configure camera settings for printer communication.

Easy Printing Process

Print images directly from the camera in playback mode.

PictBridge: Picture Selection

Setting Number of Copies to Print

Specify the quantity of prints for selected images.

PictBridge: Print Setting

Setting Print Options

Configure paper size, type, quality, and date printing.

PictBridge: Reset

Initializing User Configurations

Reset custom settings to default values.

Important Notes

Handling Precautions and Environment

Advice on usage in extreme conditions and proper handling.

Camera Maintenance and Lens Care

Guidelines for cleaning and maintaining the camera.

Environmental Effects and Precautions

Notes on temperature, humidity, and electronic interference.

Lens Usage Caution

Warnings about direct sunlight and keeping the lens clean.

Battery and Memory Card Removal

Recommendations for long-term storage.

Warning Indicator

Card and File Related Warnings

Explains errors like Card Error, File Error, Memory Full.

Battery and Card Locked Warnings

Explains Low Battery and Card Locked indicators.

Before Contacting a Service Centre

Camera Power and Operation Issues

Troubleshooting camera not switching on, power loss, or sudden stops.

Image Quality and Appearance Issues

Resolving unclear images, color differences, or brightness problems.

Connectivity and Component Issues

Addressing problems with flash, buttons, card errors, or PC connection.

Specifications

Image Sensor, Lens, and LCD Monitor Specs

Technical details on camera components.

Focusing, Shutter, Exposure, and Flash Specs

Technical details on camera operation parameters.

Shooting and Recording Specs

Details on ISO, White Balance, Voice Recording, and Shooting Modes.

Movie Clip, Storage, and File Format Specs

Technical details on video, storage, and file types.

Effect, Image Play, and Interface Specs

Technical details on image processing and connectivity.

Power Source and Physical Dimensions

Details on battery, weight, and camera size.

Operating Environment and Software

Specifies operating temperature, humidity, and included software.

Software Notes

Usage Guidelines and Copyrights

Important information regarding software use and licensing.

System Requirements

Computer System Requirements

Lists necessary PC specifications for software installation.

About the Software

Automatic Software Setup Process

Instructions for running the software installer from CD.

Samsung Master Software Overview

Description of the all-in-one multimedia software.

Setting Up the Application Software

Auto Run Frame and Installer Steps

Guides on initiating the software installation process.

DirectX and Samsung Master Installation

Instructions for installing necessary software components.

Setting Up the Application Software

Connecting Camera After Restart

Steps to connect the camera after software installation.

Computer Recognition and Driver Installation

How the computer recognizes the camera and installs drivers.

Starting PC Mode

Camera Settings for PC Connection

Configuring the camera for automatic connection to a PC.

Connecting the Camera to a PC

Physical connection of camera to computer via USB.

Disconnecting the Camera and PC

Procedures for safely disconnecting.

Downloading Stored Images to PC

Steps to transfer photos from camera to computer.

File Transfer Operations (Cut/Copy/Paste)

How to move or copy files between camera and PC.

Copying Images with Samsung Master

Using the software for image management.

Removing the Removable Disk

Safely Ejecting the Camera/Disk

Step-by-step guide for safe removal of the camera from the PC.

Samsung Master

Downloading Images with Samsung Master

Detailed guide for downloading images using the software.

Samsung Master

Image Viewer Functions

How to view stored images and navigate the viewer.

Image Editing Functions

Overview of tools for modifying still images.

Samsung Master

Movie Clip Editing Functions

Tools for editing movie clips and adding media.

Setting Up the USB Driver for MAC

MAC OS Compatibility and Setup

Instructions for Mac users to connect the camera.

Using the USB Driver for MAC

File Transfer to MAC

Steps for transferring files to a Mac computer.

FAQ

USB Connection Troubleshooting (Cases 1-5)

Solutions for common USB connection problems.

Device Manager and Security Program Issues (Cases 6-7)

Troubleshooting device recognition and software conflicts.

USB Port Location and Other Issues (Case 8)

Advice on using different USB ports and general troubleshooting.

FAQ

DirectX Installation and PC Response Issues

Solutions for DirectX errors and PC freezing.

File Transfer and Removal Errors

Troubleshooting file deletion and disk ejection problems.

FCC Notice

Regulatory Notes and Precautions

Important warnings and compliance information.

Declaration of Conformity

Manufacturer's statement of compliance with FCC rules.

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