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    This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly . Quick refer ence Contents Basic functions Extended functions Shooting options Playback/Editing Appendixes Index User Manual SL720 Ä Click a topic ...

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    1 Health and safety information Always comply with the following precautions and usage tips to avoid dangerous situations and ensure peak performance of your camera. W arning —situations that could cause injur y to yourself or others Caution —situations that could cause damage to your camera or other equipment Note —notes, usage tips, or addi ...

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    2 Health and safety information Protect batteries, char gers, and memory cards from damage Avoid exposing batteries or memory cards to very cold or ver y t hot temperatures (below 0º C/32º F or above 40º C/104º F). Extreme temperatures can reduce the charging capacity of your batteries and can cause memory cards to malfunction. Prevent batte ...

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    3 Exercise caution when using the camera in humid environments When transferring the camera from a cold environment to a warm and humid one, condensation can form on the delicate electronic circuitry and memor y card. In this situation, wait for at least 1 hour until all moisture has evaporated before using the camera. Check that the camera is oper ...

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    4 ©2009 Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Camera specifications or contents of this manual may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of camera functions. Copyright information Microsoft Windows and the W indows logo are t registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. HDMI, the HDMI logo and the term "High Definition t M ...

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    5 Indications used in this manual Shooting mode Indication Auto a Program p DUAL IS d Photo Help Guide h Beauty Shot b Scene s Movie v Smart Auto S Shooting mode icons These icons indicate that a function is available in the corresponding modes. The s mode may not support functions for all scenes. e.g.) Available in the Program, DUAL IS, and Movie ...

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    6 Expressions used in this manual Pressing the shutter Half-press [ t Shutter ]: press the shutter halfway down Press [ t Shutter ]: press the shutter all the way down Half-press [ Shutter ] Press [ Shutter ] Subject, background, and composition Subject t : the main object of a scene, such as a person, animal, or still life Background t ...

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    7 Quick refer ence T aking photos of people s t mode > Portrait, Children f 27 b t mode f 29 Red-eye, Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye) t f 38 Face Detection t f 42 T aking photos at night or in the dark s t mode > Night, Dawn, Firework f 27 Flash options t f 38 ISO speed (to adjust the sensitivity to light) t f ...

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    8 Contents Shooting options ................................................................... 34 Selecting a resolution and quality ...................................... 35 Selecting a resolution ........................................................... 35 Selecting image quality ........................................................ 35 Usin ...

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    9 Contents Playback/Editing ................................................................... 51 Playing back ...................................................................... 52 Starting Playback mode ....................................................... 52 Viewing photos ................................................................... ...

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    Unpacking ………………………………………………… 11 Camera layout …………………………………………… 12 Icons ………………………………………………………… 14 T urning your camera on or off ………………………… 15 Selecting options ………………………………………… 16 ...

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    Basic functions 11 Unpacking Check your product box for the following items. Camera AC adapter/USB cable (AD44-00143A)/(AD39-00172A) Rechargeable battery (4302-001221) Strap (Silver: AD63-02596A/ Black: AD63-02604A) Software CD-ROM (User manual included) (AD46-00261A ) Quick Start Manual (AD68-04166A) Optional accessories Sold as a set HDMI cable/H ...

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    Basic functions 12 Camera layout Before you start, familiarise yourself with your camera's parts and their functions. Shutter button POWER button AF-assist light/timer lamp Flash Lens Battery chamber cover Insert a memory card and battery USB, A/V , and HDMI port Accepts USB cable, A/V cable, or HDMI adapter T ripod mount Speaker Microphone ...

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    Basic functions 13 Camera layout Display Zoom button Zoom in or out in Shooting mode. t Zoom in on part of a photo or view files as thumbnails in Playback mode. t Adjust volume in Playback mode. t Mode dial Icon Mode Description a Auto T ake a photo quickly and easily with minimal settings p Program T ake a photo by setting options d DUAL ...

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    Basic functions 14 B. Icons on the right Icon Description Flash Timer Auto focus Photo style Face detection Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) Face tone Face retouch Image adjustment (contrast, sharpness, saturation) Voice muted C. Icons on the left Icon Description Exposure value White balance ISO speed Photo resolution Video resolution Photo quali ...

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    Basic functions 15 T ur ning your camera on or off Learn how to start your camera. T urning on your camera in Playback mode Press [ P ]. The camera turns on and accesses Playback mode immediately . Press and hold [ P ] to mute camera sounds. Press [ POWER ] to turn your camera on or off. ...

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    Basic functions 16 Selecting options Y ou can select options by pressing [ m ] and using the navigation buttons ([ D ], [ M ], [ F ], [ t ]). Y ou can also access shooting options by pressing [ f ] but some options are not available. E.g. Selecting a white balance option in the P mode Rotate the mode dial to 1 p . Press [ 2 m ]. Functions Sound Dis ...

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    Basic functions 17 Selecting options Press [ 3 D ] or [ M ] to scroll to Functions and then press [ t ] or [ o ]. Press [ 4 D ] or [ M ] to scroll to White Balance and then press [ t ] or [ o ]. EV White Balance ISO Face Detection Photo Size Quality ACB Exit Back Press [ 5 F ] or [ t ] to scroll to a white balance option. Daylight Back Move Press [ ...

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    Basic functions 18 Setting the display and sound Learn how to change the basic settings for the display and sound according to your preferences. Setting the sound Set whether your camera emits a specified sound when you operate your camera. In Shooting or Playback mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 Sound  Beep Sound  an option. Option Description ...

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    Basic functions 19 T aking photos Learn basic actions to take photos easily and quickly in the Auto mode. Rotate the mode dial to 1 a . Align your subject in the frame. 2 Half-press [ 3 Shutter ] to focus. A green frame means the subject in focus. t Press [ 4 Shutter ] to take a photo. See page 23 for tips to get clearer photos. ...

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    Basic functions 20 T aking photos Digital zoom If the zoom indicator is in the digital range, your camera is using the digital zoom. The picture quality may deteriorate when you use the digital zoom. Optical range Zoom indicator Digital range The digital zoom is not available when using t S , d , b , s (in some scenes), and v modes and when used ...

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    Basic functions 21 T aking photos OIS may not function properly when: t 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 you select - Night in the s mode) the battery is low - you take a close-up shot - If you use the OIS function with a tripod, your i ...

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    Basic functions 22 Using the Photo Help Guide mode This mode provides various shooting tips. Learn how to get better photos and videos. View a topic. 4 Press [ t D ] or [ M ] to display the previous or next screen. Back Practice Photo Help Guide Press the Fn button. Move to ISO using the up and down buttons. Press [ 5 o ] to practice. Press [ t? ...

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    Basic functions 23 Tips for getting a clearer photo Holding your camera correctly Make sure nothing is blocking the lens. Half-pressing the shutter button Half-press [ Shutter ] and adjust the focus. Focus and exposure will be adjusted automatically . The aperture value and shutter speed are automatically set. Focus frame Press [ t Shutter ] to ...

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    Basic functions 24 Preventing your subject fr om being out of focus It may be difficult to get your subject in focus when: there is little contrast between the subject and background - (When your subject is wearing a color of clothing that is similar to the background) the light source behind the subject is too bright - the subject is shiny - the ...

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    Shooting modes …………………………………………… 26 Using the Smart Auto mode ……………………………… 26 Using the Scene mode ……………………………………… 27 Using the frame guide ……………………………………… 27 Adjusting the exposure in the Night mode ………………… 28 Using t ...

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    Extended functions 26 Shooting modes T ake photos or record videos by selecting the best shooting mode for the conditions. Icon Description Appears when taking portraits at night. Appears when taking photos of landscapes with backlighting. Appears when taking portraits with backlighting. Appears when taking portraits. Appears when taking close-up p ...

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    Extended functions 27 Shooting modes Using the frame guide When you want another person to take a photo of you, you can compose the scene with the frame guide feature. The frame guide will help the other person take a photo of you by showing the part of the pre-composed scene. Rotate the mode dial to 1 s . Select 2 Frame Guide . Align your subject ...

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    Extended functions 28 Shooting modes Select an option. 6 If you select t AUTO the aperture value or shutter speed will be adjusted automatically . Align your subject in the frame and half-press [ 7 Shutter ] to focus. Press [ 8 Shutter ] to take the photo. Use a tripod to prevent your photos from blurring. Adjusting the exposure in the Night mod ...

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    Extended functions 29 Shooting modes 4 T o hide facial imperfections, press [ m ]. Select 5 Functions  Face Retouch  an option. Select a higher setting to hide a greater number of t imperfections. Level 2 Back Move Align your subject in the frame and half-press [ 6 Shutter ] to focus. Press [ 7 Shutter ] to take the photo. The focus dis ...

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    Extended functions 30 Shooting modes Using the Program mode Set various options (except for shutter speed and aperture value) in the Program mode. Rotate the mode dial to 1 p . Set options. (For a list of options, refer to 2 “ Shooting options. ” ) Align your subject in the frame and half-press [ 3 Shutter ] to focus. Press [ 4 Shutter ] to tak ...

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    Extended functions 31 Shooting modes Press [ 4 m ]. Select 5 Functions  V oice  a sound option. Option Description On : Record a video with sound. (While you are zooming, sound recording will be interrupted.) Off : Record a video without sound. Set other options as desired. 6 (For options, refer to “Shooting options.”) Press [ 7 Shutte ...

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    Extended functions 32 Shooting modes T o pause recording The camera allows you to pause temporarily while recording a video. With this function, you can record your favorite scenes as a single video. Press [ o ] to pause while recording. Press it again to resume. Stop Pause ...

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    Extended functions 33 Recording voice memos Learn how to record a voice memo that you can play back at any time. Y ou can add a voice memo to a photo as a short reminder of shooting conditions. Y ou will get the best sound quality when recording 40 cm away from the camera. apdbs Adding a voice memo to a photo In Shooting mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select ...

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    Selecting a resolution and quality ………… 35 Selecting a resolution ………………………… 35 Selecting image quality ………………………… 35 Using the timer ……………………………… 36 Shooting in the dark ………………………… 38 Preventing r ed-eye …………………………… 38 Using the flash ...

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    Shooting options 35 Selecting a resolution and quality Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings. When recor ding a video: In the 1 v mode, press [ m ]. Select 2 Functions  Movie Size  an option. Option Description 1280 X 720 HQ : Play back high-quality files on an HDTV . 1280 X 720 : Play back on an HDTV . 640 X 480 : Pl ...

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    Shooting options 36 Using the timer Learn how to set the timer to delay shooting. apdbsvS Press [ 3 Shutter ] to start the timer . The AF-assist light/timer lamp blinks. The camera will t automatically take a photo at the specified time. Press [ t t ] to cancel the timer . Depending on the selected face detection option, the timer is not t? ...

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    Shooting options 37 Using the timer Pose for your photo while the AF-assist light/timer lamp 6 is blinking. The AF-assist light/timer lamp will stop blinking just before the t camera automatically takes a photo. The motion timer may not work when: you are more than 3 m away from the camera t your movements are too subtle t there is too muc ...

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    Shooting options 38 Shooting in the dark Learn how to take photos at night or in low light conditions. Using the flash Use the flash when taking photos in the dark or when you need more light on your photos. In Shooting mode, press [ 1 F ]. Auto Select an option. 2 Option Description Off : The flash will not fire. t Camera shake warning ( t? ...

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    Shooting options 39 Shooting in the dark Flash options are not available if you set burst options or select t Self-Portrait or Blink Detection . Make sure that your subjects are within the recommended distance t from the flash. (p. 87) If there is reflected light or much dust in the air , tiny spots may appear t on your photo. Adjusting ...

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    Shooting options 40 Changing the camera’ s focus Learn how to adjust the camera's focus according to your subjects. Using auto focus T o take sharp photos, select the appropriate focus according to your distance from the subject. In Shooting mode, press [ 1 M ]. Normal (AF) Select an option. 2 Option Description Normal (AF) : Focus on a subj ...

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    Shooting options 41 Changing the camera’ s focus Adjusting the focus area Y ou can get clearer photos by selecting an appropriate focus area according to your subject’ s location in the scene. In Shooting mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 Functions  Focus Area  an option. Option Description Center AF : Focus on the center (suitable when subje ...

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    Shooting options 42 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 . T ake photos quickly and easily by using Blink Detection to detect closed eyes or Smile Shot to capture a smiling face. Y ou can also use Smart ...

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    Shooting options 43 Using face detection T aking a smile shot The camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a smiling face. In Shooting mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 Functions  Face Detection  Smile Shot . When your subject smiles broadly , your camera can detect t the smile more easily . T aking a self-portrait shot T ake ...

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    Shooting options 44 Using face detection In Shooting mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 Functions  Face Detection  Smart Face Recognition . The priority of the faces will be shown by the level indicator t next to the frames. The camera may recognize and register faces incorrectly depending t on lighting conditions, remarkable changes in the ...

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    Shooting options 45 Adjusting brightness and color Learn how to adjust the brightness and color for better image quality . Compensating for backlighting (ACB) When the light source is behind your subject or there is high contrast between your subject and the background, your subject is likely to appear dark in the photo. In this case, set the Auto ...

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    Shooting options 46 Adjusting brightness and color Selecting a light source (White balance) The color of your photo depends on the type and quality of the light source. If you want the color of your photo to be realistic, select an appropriate lighting condition to calibrate the white balance, such as Auto WB, Daylight, Cloudy , or T ungsten. (Auto ...

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    Shooting options 47 Adjusting brightness and color Defining your own white balance In Shooting mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 Functions  White Balance  Measure: Shutter . Aim the lens at a piece of white paper . 3 Press [ 4 Shutter ]. In Shooting mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 Functions  White Balance  an option. Icon Description A ...

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    Shooting options 48 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. ps Option Description AEB : T ake 3 photos with different exposures: normal, t underexposed, and overexposed. Use a tripod ...

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    Shooting options 49 Improving your photos Learn how to improve your photos by applying photo styles or colors, or make some adjustments. Defining your own RGB tone In Shooting mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 Functions  Photo Style Selector  Custom RGB . Select a color (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue). 3 Back Move Adjust the amount of the sele ...

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    Shooting options 50 Improving your photos Saturation option Description - Decrease the saturation. + Increase the saturation. Select t 0 if you do not want to apply any effects. (suitable for printing) Depending on the selected image adjustment option, some photo t styles are not available. Adjusting your photos Adjust the contrast, sharpness ...

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    Playing back ……………………………………………… 52 Starting Playback mode …………………………………… 52 Viewing photos ……………………………………………… 56 Playing a video ……………………………………………… 57 Playing voice memos ……………………………………? ...

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    Playback/Editing 52 Playing back Learn actions to play back photos, videos, or voice memos, and managing files. Icon Description Photo includes a voice memo Video file Print order has been set (DPOF) Protected file Photo includes a registered face; Available only when you use a memory card Folder name – File name Registering faces Y ou can reg ...

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    Playback/Editing 53 Playing back Press [ 4 F ] or [ t ] to view files. Press and hold [ t F ] or [ t ] to select a date, file type, weekday , or color . Press [ 5 o ] to return to the normal view . Viewing files as thumbnails Scan thumbnails of files. In Playback mode, push [ Zoom ] down to display 9 or 20 thumbnails (push [ Zoom ] up to ret ...

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    Playback/Editing 54 Playing back Deleting files Delete single files or all files at once. Y ou cannot delete protected files. T o delete a single file, In Playback mode, select a file and press [ 1 f ]. Select 2 Ye s to delete the file. T o delete multiple files, In Playback mode, press [ 1 f ]. Select 2 Multiple Delete . Select files you ...

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    Playback/Editing 55 Playing back Copying files to the memory card Y ou can copy files from the internal memory to a memor y card. In Playback mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 File Options  Copy to Card . Select 3 Ye s to copy files. Using the recycle bin If you activate the recycle bin, files you delete will be sent to the recycle bin instea ...

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    Playback/Editing 56 Playing back Starting a slide show Y ou can apply effects and audio to your slide show . In Playback mode, press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 Multi Slide Show . Select a slide show effect option. 3 Skip to step 5 to start a slide show with no effects. t Option Description Images Set the photos you want to view as a slide show . All t ...

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    Playback/Editing 57 Playing back Use the following buttons to control playback. 2 Press T o [ F ] Scan backward. [ o ] Pause or resume playback. [ t ] Scan forward. [ Zoom ] up or down Adjust the volume level. T rimming a video during playback Press [ 1 o ] at the point where you want the new video to begin and push [ Zoom ] up. Press [ 2 o ] to re ...

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    Playback/Editing 58 Playing back Playing a voice memo added to a photo In Playback mode, select a photo that includes a voice memo and press [ o ]. Press [ t o ] to pause or resume playback. Capturing an image during playback Press [ 1 o ] at the point where you want to save a still image. Press [ 2 M ]. A captured image will have the same file ...

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    Playback/Editing 59 Editing a photo Perform photo editing tasks, such as resizing, rotating, eliminating red-eyes, and adjusting brightness, contrast, or saturation. Edited photos will be saved as new files. Rotating a photo In Playback mode, select a photo and press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 Edit  Rotate  an option. Back Right 90° Move Depending o ...

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    Playback/Editing 60 Editing a photo Defining your own RGB tone 1 In Playback mode, select a photo and press [ m ]. Select 2 Edit  Photo Style  Selector  Custom RGB . Select a color (R: Red, G: Green, B: Blue). 3 Back Move Adjust the amount of the selected color . 4 (-: less or +: more) Applying photo styles Apply a different photo style t ...

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    Playback/Editing 61 Editing a photo Correcting exposur e 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 Balance) In Playback mode, select a photo and press [ 1 m ]. Select 2 Edit  Image Adjust  ACB . Removing r ...

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    Playback/Editing 62 Editing a photo Press [ 4 m ]. Select 5 File Options  DPOF  Size  an option. Option Description Select Specify the print size for the selected photo. All Specify the print size for all photos. Reset Reset your settings. If you select 6 Select , scroll to a photo and pr ess [ Zoom ] up or down to select the print size. R ...

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    Playback/Editing 63 Viewing files on a TV or HDTV Play back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV using the A / V cable. On some TVs, digital noise may occur or part of an image may not • appear . Images may not appear centered on the TV screen depending on • your TV settings. Y ou can capture photos or videos while the came ...

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    Playback/Editing 64 Viewing files on a TV or HDTV Connect your camera to your HDTV using the optional 5 HDMI adapter and cable. HDMI adapter HDMI cable T urn on your camera. 6 The HDTV will be powered on automatically and the camera t screen will be displayed. View files using the buttons on your camera or a remote 7 control of your HDTV . If ...

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    Playback/Editing 65 T ransferring files to your computer Requirements for QuickTime Player 7.6 Intel Pentium 4, 3.2 GHz or higher/AMD Athlin 64FX, t 2.6 GHz or higher Windows XP ser vice pack2 or Vista t Minimum 512 MB RAM (1 GB and above recommended) t 64 MB or greater video card (nVIDIA Geforce 7600GT or higher/ t A TI X1600 series o ...

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    Playback/Editing 66 T ransferring files to your computer T ransferring files to your PC Once you connect the camera to your PC, the camera will be recognized as a removable drive. The battery will be charged while the camera is connected to a PC with the USB cable. Connect your camera to your PC with the USB cable. 1 Y ou must plug the end of the ...

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    Playback/Editing 67 T ransferring files to your computer Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) The way to disconnect the USB cable for Windows 2000/Vista is similar . If the status lamp on your camera is blinking, wait until 1 it stops. Click 2 on the tool bar at the bottom right of your PC screen. Click the pop-up message. 3 Remove the USB ca ...

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    Playback/Editing 68 T ransferring files to your computer Click 2 Next and follow the onscreen instructions.   No. Description  Select a location for downloaded files.  Click to download the selected files.  Thumbnails of files; click an image to download. Using Samsung Master Y ou can download files or edit photos or videos s ...

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    Playback/Editing 69 T ransferring files to your computer No. Description  T oolbar  Menus  Click for more information about the program.  Click to enlarge or reduce the thumbnails in the list.  Change the mode. t : View mode t : Edit mode for photos t : Edit mode for videos  Preview information about the selected file. ...

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    Playback/Editing 70 T ransferring files to your computer T urn on the camera. 2 The computer recognizes the camera automatically and a t removable disk icon will be displayed. Double-click the removable disk icon. 3 T ransfer photos or videos to the computer . 4 For Mac users When you connect the camera to a Macintosh computer , the computer wi ...

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    Playback/Editing 71 Printing photos with a photo printer (PictBridge) Print photos with a PictBridge-compatible printer by connecting your camera directly to the printer . Configuring print settings Images Size Layout T ype Quality Exit Print : One Photo : Auto : Auto : Auto : Auto Option Description Images : Select whether to print the current ph ...

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    Camera settings menu …………………………………… 73 Accessing the settings menu ……………………………… 73 Sound ……………………………………………………… 74 Display ……………………………………………………… 74 Settings …………………………………………………? ...

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    Appendixes 73 Camera settings menu Learn about various options to configure your camera's settings. Select an option and save your settings. 3 V olume Start Sound Shutter Sound Beep Sound AF Sound Self-Portrait Back Set : On Off Low Medium High Press [ 4 m ] to return to the previous scr een. Accessing the settings menu In Shooting or Playbac ...

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    Appendixes 74 Camera settings menu Display * Default Item Description Language Select a language for the display text. Function Description Display a brief description of an option or menu. ( Off , On * ) Start Image Set a start image to display when the camera turns on. Off t *: Display no start image. Logo t : Display a default image stored ...

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    Appendixes 75 Camera settings menu * Default Item Description File No. Specify how to name files. Reset t : Set the file number to start from 0001 when inserting a new memory card, formatting a memor y card, or deleting all files. Series t *: Set the file number to follow the previous file number when inserting a new memory card, formatt ...

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    Appendixes 76 Camera settings menu * Default Item Description Video Out Set the video signal output according to your region. NTSC t *: USA, Canada, Japan, Korea, T aiwan, Mexico. P AL t (supports only BDGHI): Australia, Austria, Belgium, China, Denmark, Finland, Germany , England, Italy , Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, Spain, Swed ...

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    Appendixes 77 Camera settings menu * Default Item Description HDMI Size Select the resolution of photos when playing back files on an HDTV with the HDMI adapter and cable. (NTSC: 1080i *, 720p , 480p / P AL: 1080i *, 720p , 576p ) If the HDTV does not support the selected resolution, the HDTV automatically selects the next lower resolution. USB Se ...

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    Appendixes 78 Error messages When the following error messages appear , try these remedies. Error message Suggested remedies Card Error T urn off your camera and then turn it on again. t Remove your memory card and insert it again. t Format your memory card. (p. t 75) Card Locked Unlock the memory card. DCF Full Error File names do not mat ...

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    Appendixes 79 Camera maintenance Camera body Wipe gently with a soft, dr y cloth. Never use benzene, thinners, or alcohol to clean the device. These t solutions can damage the camera or cause it to malfunction. Do not press on the lens cover or use a blower brush on the lens t cover . Cleaning your camera Camera lens and display Use a blower ...

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    Appendixes 80 Camera maintenance Memory card capacity The memory capacity may differ depending on shooting scenes or shooting conditions. These capacities are based on a 1 GB SD card: Size Super fine Fine Normal 60 FPS 30 FPS 15 FPS P h o t o s 142 274 389 - - - 162 302 426 - - - 195 355 509 - - - 204 361 518 - - - 327 547 764 - - - 511 774 1028 - ...

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    Appendixes 81 Camera maintenance Battery life Shooting time / Number of photos Shooting conditions (when the battery is fully charged) Photos Approx. 140 min/ Approx. 280 This is measured under the following conditions: in the a mode, 12M resolution, Fine quality , OIS on. 1. Set the flash option to Fill in , take a single shot, and zoom in or out ...

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    Appendixes 82 Camera maintenance Notes about charging the battery If the indicator light is off, make sure that the battery is inserted t correctly . T urn off your camera when charging. t T urn on your camera after charging the batter y for more than 10 t minutes. Using the flash or recording videos depletes the battery quickly . t Ch ...

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    Appendixes 83 Common questions Y ou can get answers to common questions. Slove 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 t Red–eye or Red–eye Fix . (p. 38) If the photo has already been taken, select t Red–eye Fix in t ...

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    Appendixes 84 Before contacting a service center If you are having trouble with your camera, try these troubleshooting procedures before contacting a ser vice center . If you have attempted the troubleshooting solution and are still having problems with your device, contact your local dealer or service center . Situation Suggested remedies Cannot t ...

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    Appendixes 85 Before contacting a service center Situation Suggested remedies The colors in the photo do not match the actual scene An incorrect white balance can create unrealistic color . Select the proper white balance option to suit the light source. (p. 46) The photo is too bright Y our photo is overexposed. Adjust the t exposure value. (p. ...

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    Appendixes 86 Before contacting a service center Situation Suggested remedies Y our computer cannot play videos The codec installed in your computer may not be compatible with the video files you want to play . Use QuickTime ® Player or install Codec Pack Full. Using QuickTime t ® Player 7.6 1. Install QuickTime ® Player 7.6 which supports M ...

  • Samsung SL720 - page 88

    Appendixes 87 Camera specifications Shutter speed Auto: 1/8 - 1/2,000 sec. t Program: 1 - 1/2,000 sec. (AEB, Continuous: 1/4 - 1/2,000) t Night: 8 - 1/2,000 sec. t Firework: 2 sec. t Exposure Control Program AE Metering Multi, Spot, Center -weighted Compensation ±2EV (1/3EV steps) ISO equivalent Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 320 ...

  • Samsung SL720 - page 89

    Appendixes 88 Camera specifications Videos Format: H.264 (Max recording time: 20 min) with t stereo recording Size: 1280 x 720 (30 FPS, 15 FPS) High Quality , t 1280 x 720 (30 FPS, 15 FPS) Standard Quality , 640 x 480 (30 FPS, 15 FPS), 320 x 240 (60 FPS, 30 FPS, 15 FPS) Frame Rate: 60 FPS, 30 FPS, 15 FPS t Voice: Off, On (sound is muted w ...

  • Samsung SL720 - page 90

    Appendixes 89 Camera specifications Image size For 1GB SD Super fine Fine Normal 4000 x 3000 142 274 389 3984 x 2656 162 302 426 3968 x 2232 195 355 509 3264 x 2448 204 361 518 2592 x 1944 327 547 764 2048 x 1536 511 774 1028 1920 x 1080 737 1104 1387 1024 x 768 1290 1612 1807 These figures are measured under Samsung’ s standard conditions and ...

  • Samsung SL720 - page 91

    Appendixes 90 Camera specifications Power source Rechargeable battery Lithium-ion battery (SLB-10A, 1,050 mAh) The power source may differ depending on your region. Dimensions (W x H x D) 95.8 x 59.5 x 23.9 mm W eight 149 g (without battery and memory card) Operating temperature 0 - 40˚ C Operating humidity 5 - 85 % Software Samsung Master , Quic ...

  • Samsung SL720 - page 92

    Appendixes 91 FCC notice Declaration of Conformity t T rade Name : Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Model No. : Samsung SL720 Responsible Party : Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Address : 105 Challenger Road Ridgefield Park NJ T elephone No. : 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject t ...

  • Samsung SL720 - page 93

    Appendixes 92 Index A ACB 45, 61 Adjusting Brightness 61 Contrast in Playback mode 61 in Shooting mode 50 Saturation In Playback mode 61 in Shooting mode 50 Sharpness 50 Adobe Reader 65 AF Lamp 76 AF Sound 74 Anynet+ 76 Aperture 28 Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) 45, 61 Auto mode 19 B Battery Charging 82 Life 81 Specifications 81 Beauty Shot mode 29 B ...

  • Samsung SL720 - page 94

    Appendixes 93 Index Frame guide 27 Frame rate 31 Function button 13 Function description 74 H Half-pressing 6 HDTV 63 I Icons 14 Imprint 76 ISO speed 39 L Light source (White balance) 46 Long time shutter 28 M Macro 40 Maintenance 79 Memory card Capacity 80 MMC 80 SD 80 SDHC 80 MENU button 13 Metering Center -weighted 46 Multi 46 Spot 46 Mode dial ...

  • Samsung SL720 - page 95

    Appendixes 94 Index S Samsung Master Installing 65 Using 68 Scene mode 27 Self-portrait 43 Service center 84 Settings Accessing 73 Camera 75 Display 74 Sound 74 Shooting mode Auto 19 Beauty Shot 29 Dual IS 30 Movie 31 Photo Help Guide 22 Program 30 Scene 27 Smart Auto 26 Shutter speed 28 Slide show 56 Smart Album 53 Smart Auto mode 26 Smart Face Re ...

  • Samsung SL720 - page 96

    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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