NV100HD Please refer to the warranty that came with your product or go to our website http://www.samsungcamera.com/ for after-sales service or inquiries. The CE Mark is a Directive conformity mark of the European Community (EC) AD68-03083A This Quick Start Manual has been specially designed to guide you through the basic functions and features of your device. For more information, refer to the User Manual included on the supplied CD-ROM. Please read the Quick Start Manual and User Manual carefully to ensure safe and correct use. English/Français/Türkçe/ / Bahasa/ / / ©2008 Samsung Techwin Corporation The specifications of the camera or contents of this manual may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of camera functions. Copyright information Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. HDMI, the HDMI logo and the term "High Definition Multimedia Interface" are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. QuickTime and QuickTime logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., used under license. Provided manuals Quick Start Manual Explains how to assemble and prepare your camera for its first use, capture photos or videos and transfer files to a PC. User Manual (CD-ROM) Explains how to shoot with various shooting modes, set shooting options, and use the settings menu. It also includes how to handle error messages and maintain your camera. Contents Please follow these procedures before using the camera. 1. Unpack ...........................6 2. Insert the battery and memory card .....................7 3. Charge the battery and turn on your camera ...............8 4. Select a language and set the date and time ...............9 Camera layout .................. 10 Icons .............................. 12 Use the touch screen ......... 13 Take a photo ..................... 14 Record a video .................. 15 Transfer files to a PC (for Windows) ..................... 16 Specifications ..................... 18 Get answers to common questions You can easily solve most problems by setting shooting options. There are more details about how to set shooting options in the CD version of the user manual. 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. (See the user manual p.33) Red Eye Fix in the edit menu. · If the photo has already been taken, select (See the user manual p.57) Dust particles floating in the air may be captured in photos when using the flash. · Turn the flash off or avoid taking photos in a dusty place. · Set ISO speed options. (See the user manual p.35) This may be caused by taking photos in low light conditions or holding the camera incorrectly. Set the Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) option or press [Shutter] halfway down to make sure the subject is focused. (See the user manual p.26) As the camera tries to let in more light, the shutter speed slows. This can make it difficult to steady the camera and may result in camera shake. · Turn the flash on. (See the user manual p.33) · Select the 6 mode. (See the user manual p.20) · Set ISO speed options. (See the user manual p.35) · Use a tripod to prevent your camera from shaking. When the light source is behind the subject or when there is a high contrast between the light and dark areas, the subject may come out shaded. · Avoid shooting in front of the sun. · Select BACKLIGHT in the 4 mode. (See the user manual p.20) · Set the flash option to Fill in. (See the user manual p.33) · Set the Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) option. (See the user manual p.41) · Adjust the exposure. (See the user manual p.40) · Set the metering option to Spot if a bright subject is in the centre of the frame. (See the user manual p.42) English Photos have dust spots. Photos are blurred. Photos are blurred when shooting at night. Indication information In this manual, camera buttons are represented by bold type in brackets. For example, [Shutter] represents the Shutter button. Subjects come out too dark because of backlighting. 2 3 Health and Safety Information p.1 `Health and Safety Information' Comply with the following precautions to avoid dangerous or illegal situations while operating the camera and keep this manual handy for future reference. English Cautions Situations that could cause damage to your camera or other equipment Warnings Situations that could cause injury to yourself or others Handle and store your camera carefully and sensibly · Do not allow your camera to get wet--liquids can cause serious damage. Do not handle your camera with wet hands. Water damage to your camera can void your manufacturer's warranty. · Avoid using or storing your camera in dusty, dirty, humid, or poorly-ventilated areas to prevent damage to moving parts and internal components. · Protect your camera from impact, rough handling, and excessive vibration to avoid serious damage. · Exercise caution when connecting cables or adapters and installing batteries and memory cards. Forcing the connectors, improperly connecting cables, or improperly installing batteries and memory cards can damage ports, connectors, and accessories. Do not insert foreign objects into any of your camera's compartments, slots, or access points. This type of damage may not be covered by your warranty. Protect batteries, chargers, and memory cards from damage · Avoid exposing batteries or memory cards to very cold or very hot temperatures (below 0°C/32°F or above 40°C/104°F). Extreme temperatures can reduce the charging capacity of your batteries and can cause memory cards to malfunction. · Prevent batteries from making contact with metal objects, as this can create a connection between the + and ­ terminals of your battery and lead to temporary or permanent battery damage. · Prevent memory cards from making contact with liquids, dirt, or foreign substances. If dirty, wipe the memory card clean with a soft cloth before inserting in your camera. Do not use your camera near flammable or explosive gases and liquids Do not use your camera near fuels, combustibles, or flammable chemicals. Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases, or explosive materials in the same compartment as the camera or its accessories. Prevent damage to subjects' eyesight Do not use the flash in close proximity (closer than 1m/3 ft) to people or animals. Using the flash too close to your subject's eyes can cause temporary or permanent damage. Keep your camera away from small children and pets Keep your camera and all accessories out of the reach of small children and animals. Small parts may cause choking or serious injury if swallowed. Moving parts and accessories may present physical dangers as well. Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care · Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers. Incompatible batteries and chargers can cause serious injuries or damage to your camera. · Never dispose of batteries in a fire. Follow all local regulations when disposing of used batteries. · Never place batteries or cameras on or in heating devices, such as microwave ovens, stoves, or radiators. Batteries may explode when overheated. Use only Samsung-approved accessories Using incompatible accessories may damage your camera, cause injury, or void your warranty. Protect your camera's lens Protect your lens from fingerprints and scratches. Clean your lens with a soft, clean, debris-free lens cloth. 4 5 1. Unpack Optional accessories 2. Insert the battery and memory card p.74 `About memory cards' p.75 `About the battery' English Remove the battery and memory card Push gently until the card disengages from the camera and then pull it out of the slot. Memory card Camera AC adapter (SAC-47)/ USB cable (SUC-C4) Camera case Sold as a set Memory cards Insert memory cards with the gold-coloured contacts facing up. Battery lock Rechargeable battery Strap A / V cable HDMI cradle manual Remote control Insert batteries with the Samsung logo facing down. Push the lock up to release the battery. Battery Quick Start Manual Software CD-ROM (User manual included) Cradle (for charging the battery and connecting your camera to an HDTV or PC) HDMI cable (for viewing highresolution images or playing videos) Note The internal memory can be used as a temporary storage device when the memory card is not inserted. 6 7 3. Charge the battery and turn on your camera p.75 `About the battery' 4. Select a language and set the date and time English Select a language Set the date and time Touch to select a city from the world map Charge the battery Turn on your camera Press [POWER] When you turn on your camera for the first time, select a language and set the date and time. Language Date & Time ENGLISH 2008/01/01 1 Language Date & Time ENGLISH 2008/01/01 3 World Time London Date & Time 08 01 01 12 00 Select a field Language Date & Tim e ENGLISH 2008/01/01 Touch to change the number Touch 2 Language Date & Time FRANÇAIS DEUTSCH ENGLISH Language Date & Time 2008/01/01 yyyy/mm/dd mm/dd/yyyy dd/mm/yyyy Off 4 Language Date & Time 2008/01/01 yyyy/mm/dd mm/dd/yyyy dd/mm/yyyy Off Touch to switch to Shooting mode Indicator light Red: Charging Green: Fully charged 8 Press [Playback] to view stored files. Press and hold [Playback] to mute camera sounds. Select a date format 9 Camera layout English POWER button Shutter button Mode dial See below AF-assist light/Timer lamp Flash unit When the flash is needed, the flash unit opens automatically if you press [Shutter] (Press down gently to close). Caution · While not in use, keep the flash unit closed to prevent damage. · Forcing open the flash unit may cause damage to your camera. Speaker Remote control sensor Touch screen MENU button Access the camera settings menu Status lamp Blinking: When saving a photo or video, Playback button Zoom T/Expand button Zoom W/Thumbnail button recording a voice memo, being read by a computer or printer, or out of focus Steady: When connecting to a computer or in focus Lens Microphone Icon Mode AUTO Description Take a photo conveniently with minimal settings Icon Mode NIGHT BEAUTY SHOT SCENE MOVIE Description Take a photo with options for shooting at night Take a photo of a person with options to hide facial imperfections Take a photo with options for a preset scene Record a video 2 1 8 7 10 6 5 4 Take a photo by setting options PROGRAM (except for shutter speed and aperture value) MANUAL DUAL IS Take a photo by setting options manually Take a photo with options suitable for reducing camera shake Tripod mount Battery chamber cover Insert a memory card and battery 3 USB and A / V port 11 Icons The icons displayed will change according to the selected mode or options you set. B. Touch icons Icon Description Icon Description Use the touch screen Learn basic actions to use the touch screen. The touch screen works best when touched with the soft part of your finger. Caution Do not use any sharp objects to touch the screen. Doing so may damage the screen. English A B Selected photo style Select a white balance Adjust the exposure with ACB Select a photo resolution Select a frame rate Select a face detection option Select a focus area option Select a burst type Select a metering option Select photo quality Select a timer option Add a voice memo to a photo or record a voice memo Set the Optical Image Stabilisation option Apply a colour effect Adjust sharpness Adjust contrast Adjust saturation Display another row of options Volume Beep Sound Shutter Sound Start Sound AF Sound Medium Sound 1 Sound 1 Off On Touching Dragging A. Main display Icon Description Select a display type Return to the previous screen Select a scene Select an ISO speed Adjust the brightness of the face Adjust the exposure manually Adjust the shutter speed Adjust imperfections of the face Select an aperture value Select an auto focus option Select a flash option Select a video resolution Selected shooting mode : Fully charged : Partially charged : Charging needed Internal memory Memory card inserted Available number of photos Available recording time Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) Current date and time Zoom ratio Voice memo Auto focus frame Camera shake Option set 1 (of 3) Touch an icon to open a menu or set an option. Drag your finger left or right to scroll horizontally. Drag your finger up or down to scroll vertically. 12 13 Take a photo 1 Select 2. Viewing photos Record a video English 1 Select 3. Playing a video 1 2 Align your subject in the frame. Press [Playback]. If the camera is off, it will turn on. Drag your finger left or right to scroll through photos. 1 2 2 3 Align your subject in the frame. Press [Shutter]. Press [Playback]. Touch . 2 3 Use the following icons to control playback. Touch to delete the photo Stop: Shutter ...