Samsung ES20 User manual

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Thank you for buying a Samsung Digital Camera.
Prior to using this camera, please read the user manual
thoroughly.
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the cause of the camera malfunction (such as battery, Memory
card etc.) to the A/S centre.
Please check that the camera is operating properly prior to when
you intend to use it (e.g. for a trip or an important event) to avoid
disappointment. Samsung takes no responsibility for any loss or
damage that may result from camera malfunction.
Keep this manual in a safe place.

If you use a card reader to copy the images on the memory card to
your PC, the images could be damaged. When transferring the
images taken with the camera to your PC, be sure to use the
supplied USB cable to connect the camera to your PC. Please note
that the manufacturer holds no responsibility for loss or damage of
images on the memory card due to the use of a card reader.
The contents and illustrations of this manual are subject to
change without prior notice for upgrading the camera functions.
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Getting to Know your camera
Setting up the application
software
Instructions
Use this camera in the following order.
To use this camera with a PC,
install the application software
first. After this has been done, the
stored images in the camera can be
moved to the PC and can be edited
by an image editing program. (p.88)
Take a picture. (p.18)
Insert the supplied USB cable
into the PC’s USB port and the
camera’s USB connection
terminal. (p.90)
Check the camera’s power. If the
power is turned off, preset the
camera button to turn it on.
Open Windows’s EXPLORER
and search for [Removable Disk].
(p.91)
Take a picture
Insert the USB cable
Check the camera's power
Check [Removable Disk]

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Warning
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Do not use the flash in close proximity to people or animals.
Positioning the flash too close to your subject’s eyes may cause
eyesight damage.
For safety reasons keep this product and accessories out of
reach of children or animals to prevent accidents e.g.:
- Swallowing battery or small camera accessories. If an accident
should occur, please consult a doctor immediately.
- There is the possibility of injury from the camera’s moving parts.
Battery and camera may become hot during prolonged use and it
may result in camera malfunction. Should this be the case, allow
the camera to sit idle for a few minutes to allow it time to cool.
Do not leave this camera in places subject to extremely high
temperatures, such as a sealed vehicle, direct sunlight or other
places of extremes in temperature. Exposure to extreme
temperatures may adversely affect the camera’s internal
components and could cause a fire.

When in use, do not cover the camera or Charger. This may cause
heat to build up and distort the camera body or cause a fire. Always
use the camera and its accessories in a well-ventilated area.
Danger
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Do not attempt to modify this camera in any way. To do so may
result in fire, injury, electric shock or severe damage to you or
your camera. internal inspection, maintenance and repairs should
only be carried out by your dealer or Samsung Camera Service
centre.
Please do not use this product in close proximity to flammable or
explosive gases, as this could increase the risk of explosion.
Should any form of liquid or a foreign object enter the camera,
do not use it. Switch off the camera, and then disconnect the
power source. You must contact your dealer or Samsung Camera
Service centre. Do not continue to use the camera as this may
cause a fire or electric shock.
Do not insert or drop metallic or inflammable foreign objects into
the camera through access points e.g. the memory card slot and
battery chamber. This may cause a fire or electric shock.
Do not operate this camera with wet hands. This could pose a
risk of electric shock.

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Caution
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in a minor or moderate injury.
Leaking, overheating, or damaged battery could result in fire or injury.
- Use battery with the correct specification for the camera.
- Do not short circuit, heat or dispose of battery in fire.
- Do not insert the battery with the polarities reversed.
Remove the battery when not planning to use the camera for a
long period of time. Otherwise the battery may leak corrosive
electrolyte and permanently damage the camera’s components.
Do not fire the flash while it is in contact with hands or objects. Do
not touch the flash after using it continuously. It may cause burns.
Do not move the camera while it is switched on, if you are using
the AC adapter. After use, always switch off the camera before
unplugging the cable from the wall socket. Then make sure that
any connector cords or cables to other devices are disconnected
before moving the camera. Failure to do so may damage the
cords or cables and cause a fire or electric shock.
Take care not to touch the lens or lens cover to avoid taking an
unclear image and possibly causing camera malfunction.
Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image.
When using this camera in low temperatures, you may experience
the following. These are not camera malfunctions and usually
recover at normal temperature.
- It takes longer to turn on the LCD monitor and the colour may
differ from the subject.
- When changing the composition, there may be an after image on
the LCD monitor.
Credit cards may be demagnetized if left near case. Avoid leaving
magnetic strip cards near the case.
After turning on the camera, Check whether the battery type and
the camera setting set on the [Settings] > [Battery Type] menu
(p. 54) are same.
Contents
READY
RECORDING
007 System chart
007 Package Contents
007 Sold Separately
008 Identification of features
008 Front & Top
009 Back
010 Bottom
010 5 Function button
011 Self-timer lamp
011 Camera Status Lamp
011 Mode icon
012 Connecting to a Power Source
013 Inserting the memory card
014
Instructions on how to use the memory card
016 LCD monitor indicator
017 How to use the menu
018 Starting the recording mode
018 Selecting modes
018 How to use the Smart Auto mode
019 How to use the Auto mode
020 How to use the Program mode
020 How to use the DIS mode
021 Using the Photo Help Guide mode
022 How to use the Scene modes

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Contents
039 Face Retouch
040 Image Size
040 Quality / Frame rate
041 ACB
041 Metering
042 Drive mode
042 Auto Focus type
043 Photo Style Selector
044 Image Adjust
045 Voice Memo
045 Voice Recording
046
Recording the movie clip without voice
047 Sound menu
047 Sound
047 Volume
047 Start up sound
047 Shutter sound
047 Beep Sound
048 AF sound
048 Setup menu
048 Display
048 Language
048 Function Description
049 Start up image
SETUP
024 How to use the Movie clip mode
024
Recording the movie clip without sound
024 Pausing while recording a movie clip
(Successive Recording)
025 Things to Watch Out for When Taking
Pictures
026
Using the camera buttons to set the camera
026 POWER button
026 SHUTTER button
026 ZOOM button
028 Info (DISP) / Up button
028 Macro / Down button
030 Focus lock
030 Flash / Left button
032 Self-timer / Right button
034 MENU button
034 OK button
034 Functions
035 How to Enable Functions Using the
MENU Button
035 Exposure compensation
036 White balance
037 ISO
037 Face Detection
039 Face Tone

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049 Display Bright
049 Quick view
049 Display SAVE
050 Settings
050 Formatting a memory
050 Initialisation
051 Setting up the Date / Time / Date type
051 Time Zone
051 File name
052 Imprinting the recording date
052 Auto power off
053 Selecting Video out type
054 Auto Focus lamp
054 Setting the USB
054 Selecting a battery type
055 Starting play mode
055 Playing back a still image
055 Playing back a movie clip
056 Movie clip capture function
056 Playing back a recorded voice
057 Playing back a voice memo
057 LCD monitor Indicator
058
Using the camera buttons to set the camera
058 Play mode button
PLAY
Contents
058 Thumbnail / Enlargement button
058 Smart Album
061 Info (DISP) / Up button
061 Play & Pause / OK button
062 Left / Right / Down / MENU button
062 Delete button
063 Setting up the play back function using
the LCD monitor
065 Edit
065 Resize
066 Rotating an image
066 Photo Style Selector
067 Image Adjust
069 View
069 Starting the Multi Slide Show
069 Start the Multi Slide Show
070 Selecting Images
070 Configure Multi Slide Show effects
071 Setting play interval
071 Setting Background Music
071 File Options
071 Deleting images
072 Protecting images
072 Voice memo
073 DPOF

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Contents
075 Copy To Card
076 PictBridge
077 PictBridge : Picture Selection
077 PictBridge : Print Setting
078 PictBridge : Reset
078 Important notes
080 Warning indicator
081 Before contacting a service centre
083 Specifications
086 Software Notes
086 System Requirements
087 About the software
088 Setting up the application software
090 Starting PC mode
093 Removing the removable disk
094 Samsung Master
097 Setting up the USB Driver for MAC
097 Using the USB Driver for MAC
098 FAQ
SOFTWARE

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System chart
Please check that you have the correct contents before using this product. The contents can vary depending on the sales region. To buy the
optional equipment, contact your nearest Samsung dealer or Samsung service centre. Parts and accessories illustrated below may differ
from exact appearance.
Package Contents
Camera AA Alkaline
Batteries USB cable Camera strap Software CD
(see p.87)
User manual,
Product warranty
Sold Separately
SD/SDHC memory
card / MMC
(see p.15)
Rechargeable battery Charger AV cable AC cord Camera case

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Identification of features
Front & Top
Shutter button
Lens/ Lens cover
Flash
Power button
Speaker
Self-timer lamp /
AF sensor
Microphone
USB / AV terminal

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Identification of features
Back
5 function button
Play mode button
MENU button
LCD monitor
Camera status lamp
Fn / Delete button
Zoom Tele(T) button (Digital zoom)
Zoom Wide(W) button (Thumbnail)
Strap eyelet

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Bottom
Identification of features
5 Function button
Ä
To open the battery chamber cover, slide it in the direction shown
above.
Information / Up button
Flash /
Left button
Self-timer /
Right button
Macro / Down button
OK / Play & Pause
button
Tripod socket
Battery chamber cover
Memory card slot
Battery chamber

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Self-timer lamp
Icon Status Description
Blinking
- For the first 8 seconds, the lamp blinks at 1 second
intervals.
- For the final 2 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at
0.25-second intervals.
Blinking For the 2 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at
0.25-second intervals.
Blinking A picture will be taken after about 10 seconds and 2
seconds later a second picture will be taken.
Blinking After pressing the Shutter button, the image is taken
in accordance with the subject’s movement.
Camera Status Lamp
Status Description
Power on The lamp turns on and off when the camera
is ready to take a picture
After taking a picture
The lamp blinks while saving the image data and
turns off when the camera is ready to take a picture
When flash battery is charging The lamp blinks
When the USB cable is
inserted to a PC
The lamp lights up
(LCD monitor turns off after initializing the device)
Transmitting Data with a PC
The lamp blinks (LCD monitor turns off)
When the USB cable is
inserted into a printer The lamp blinks
When the printer is printing The lamp blinks
When the AF activates
The lamp turns on
(The camera focus on the subject)
The lamp blinks
(The camera doesn’t focus on the subject)
Identification of features
Mode icon
Refer to page 18 for more information about the camera mode setting.
MODE Smart Auto Auto Program DIS
ICON
MODE Photo Help
Guide Scene Movie
-
ICON
MODE
SCENE
Beauty Shot Frame Guide Night Portrait
ICON
MODE Children Landscape Close up Text
ICON
MODE Sunset Dawn Backlight Firework
ICON
MODE Beach&Snow - - -
ICON

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Connecting to a Power Source
SNB-2512 rechargeable battery Specification
Model SNB-2512
Type Ni-MH
Capacity
25 00mAh
Voltage 1.2V x 2
C harging time Approximately 300 Minutes (Use for SBC-N2)
ÄIncluded battery may vary depending on sales region.
We recommend batteries for a digital camera (Within a year from
the date of manufacture). The batteries are listed below.
-
Non rechargeable batteries : 2 X AA Alkaline (High Capacity)
- Rechargeable batteries (Optional) : SNB-2512 (Ni-MH)
Important information about battery usage.
When camera is not in use, turn off the power.
Please remove the battery if the camera will not be used for
long periods. Batteries can lose power over time and are
prone to leaking if kept inside the camera.
Low temperatures (below 0°C) can affect the performance
of the battery and you may experience reduced battery life.
Batteries will usually recover at normal temperatures.
During extended use of the camera, the camera body may
become warm. This is perfectly normal.
It is easy to buy alkaline batteries. However, the duration
for using batteries varies in accordance with the battery
manufacturer or the photographic conditions
Do not use manganese batteries as manganese batteries
cannot deliver sufficient power.

For this camera, it recommended that a high-capacity battery
(alkaline, nickel-hydride) is used. If another battery is used,
the camera’s usage time may be lowered.

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Connecting to a Power Source
There are 4 indicators for battery condition that are displayed on
the LCD monitor.
Battery
indicator
Battery
status
The battery is
fully charged
Low battery
capacity
(Prepare to
recharge or use
spare battery)
Low battery
capacity
(Prepare to
recharge or use
spare battery)
Battery empty.
(Recharge
or use spare
battery)
ÄWhen using the camera and the battery in a place that is excessively cold or hot,
the battery status on the LCD may be different from the actual battery status.
Insert the battery as shown
Inserting the memory card
Insert the memory card as shown.
- Turn off the camera’s power be-
fore inserting the memory card.
- Have the front of the memory
card facing toward the front of
the camera (lens) and the card
pins toward the back of the
camera (LCD monitor).
- Do not insert the memory card
the wrong way round.
Doing so may damage the
memory card slot.
- If the camera does not turn on
after you have inserted battery,
please check whether the
battery (+ / -).
- When the battery chamber
cover is opened, do not force
the battery chamber cover,
this may damage it.

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Instructions on how to use the memory card
If the memory card is subjected to any of the following, the
recorded data may become corrupted :
- When the memory card is used incorrectly.
- If the power is switched off or the memory card is removed
while recording, deleting (formatting) or reading.
Samsung cannot be held responsible for lost data.

It is advisable to copy important data onto other media as back-up
e.g. floppy disks, hard disks, CD etc.
If there is insufficient memory available :
A [Memory Full] message will appear and the camera will not
operate. To optimise the amount of memory in the camera,
replace the memory card or delete unnecessary images stored
on the memory card.
Don't remove the memory card when the camera status lamp is
blinking as this may cause damage to data in the memory card.
Be sure to format the memory card (see p.50) if you are using
a newly purchased memory card for the first time, if it contains
data that the camera cannot recognise, or if it contains images
captured with a different camera.
Turn off the camera power whenever the memory card is being
inserted or removed.
Repeated use of the memory card will eventually reduce the
memory card’s performance. Should this be the case, you will
need to purchase a new memory card. Wear and tear on the
memory card is not covered by the Samsung warranty.
The memory card is an electronic precision device.
Do not bend, drop or subject the memory card to any heavy
impact.
Do not store the memory card in an environment with strong
electronic or magnetic fields, e.g. near loud speakers or TV
receivers.
Please do not use or store in an environment where there are
extremes in temperature.
Do not allow the memory card to become dirty or to come into
contact with any liquid. Should this happen, clean the memory
card with a soft cloth.
Please keep the memory card in its case when not in use.
During and after periods of extended use, you may notice that the
memory card is warm. This is perfectly normal.
Do not use a memory card that is used in another digital camera.
To use the memory card in this camera, format the memory card
using this camera.
Do not use a memory card formatted by another digital camera or
memory card reader.

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Instructions on how to use the memory card
The camera can use SD/SDHC Memory Cards and MMC (Multi
Media Cards).
The SD/SDHC memory card has a write protect switch that
prevents image files from being deleted or formatted. By sliding
the switch to the bottom of the SD/SDHC memory card, the data
will be protected. By sliding the switch to the top of the SD/SDHC
memory card, the data protection will be cancelled.
Slide the switch to the top of the SD/SDHC memory card before
taking a picture.
When using a 1GB SD memory, the specified shooting capacity will be
as follows. These figures are approximate as image capacities can be
affected by variables such as subject matter and memory card type.
Recorded
image size Super Fine Fine Normal 30 FPS 15 FPS
Still
image
About
218
About
303
About
506 --
About
240
About
340
About
548 --
About
281
About
394
About
616 --
About
290
About
411
About
657 --
About
365
About
506
About
822 --
About
850
About
1120
About
1263 --
About
1892
About
2185
About
2397 --
*Movie
clip
---
About
13'42"
About
27'04"
---
About
34'17"
About
59'24"
Card pins
Write protect switch
Label
[SD (Secure Digital) memory card]
The zoom button doesn’t function during the movie recording.
The recording times can be changed by the zoom operation.
You can record videos of up to 4GB or 2hours each.

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The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting
functions and selections.
LCD monitor indicator
No. Description Icons Page
1 Recording mode p.18
2
Optical / Digital Zoom bar /
Digital Zoom rate
p.26
3
Voice Memo p.45
4
Number of available shots
remaining 00001 p.15
Remaining time 00:00:00
[Image & Full Status]
No. Description Icons Page
5Memory card icon /
Internal memory icon -
6 Battery p.13
7Flash p.30
8 Self-timer p.32
9 Macro p.28
10 Photo Style Selector p.43
11 Face Detection p.37
12 Face Tone p.39
13
Image Adjust / Without Sound /
Face Retouch
p.44/
46/39
14 Date / Time 2009/08/01 01:00 PM p.51
15 Camera shake Warning p.25
16 Auto Focus Frame p.42
17 Drive mode p.42
18 Metering p.41
19
Image Quality / Frame Rate p.40
20 Image Size p.40
21 ISO p.37
22 White Balance p.36
23
Exposure compensation p.35

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How to use the menu
1. Turn on the camera and press the MENU button. A menu for each camera mode appears.
2. Use the up or down buttons to navigate through the menus.
3. Use the left or right buttons to select a sub menu.
4. Select a submenu and click the OK button to save settings and return to the previous window.
Press the
LEFT or
RIGHT button.
Press the
LEFT or
RIGHT button.
Back Set
Start Sound :Off
Shutter Sound :1
Beep Sound :1
AF Sound :On
Volume :Medium
Off
Low
Medium
High
Start Sound :Off
Shutter Sound :1
Beep Sound :1
AF Sound :On
Volume :Medium
Exit Back
Mode Start Sound
Shutter Sound
Beep Sound
AF Sound
Volume
Functions
Sound
Display
Settings
Exit Change
Mode
Functions
Sound
Display
Settings
Exit Change
Program
DIS
Photo Help Guide
Scene
Movie
Auto
Smart Auto
Press the
UP or DOWN
button.
Press the
UP or DOWN
button.
Mode Start Sound
Shutter Sound
Beep Sound
AF Sound
Volume
Functions
Sound
Display
Settings
Mode Photo Size
Quality
Focus Area
Photo Style Selector
Voice
Face Detection
Functions
Sound
Display
Settings
Exit Change Exit Change
Mode
Functions
Sound
Display
Settings
Exit Change
Program
DIS
Photo Help Guide
Scene
Movie
Auto
Smart Auto

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Starting the recording mode
How to use the Smart Auto mode ( )
1. Select the Smart Auto mode by
pressing the MENU button.
2. The camera selects a scene
automatically. An appropriate mode
icon will appear at the top left of the
screen.
3. Press the shutter button to capture
an image.
The camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings
based on a detected type of scene. It will be helpful if you are not
familiar with the camera settings for various scenes.
If the camera does not recognize a proper scene mode, the
default settings will be used.
Even if there is a face detected, the camera may not select a
portrait mode depending on the subject’s position or lighting.
The camera may not select the correct scene depending on
shooting environments, such as camera shake, lighting, and
distance to the subject.
The [Night] mode recognizes scenes only when the flash is set
to off. The camera operates the [Tripod] mode after checking the
shooting condition on the tripod for a certain time.
Despite using a tripod, the camera may not select a tripod mode
depending on the subject’s movement.
Selecting modes
You can select the desired working mode
using the MENU button located on the back
of the camera.
How to use the MENU button
1. Press the MENU button and a menu
will be displayed.
2. Press the Up / Down button to select
the [Mode] menu and press the Right
button.
3. Select a desired mode by pressing
the Up / Down button and then press
the OK button.
Mode
Functions
Sound
Display
Settings
Exit Change
Program
DIS
Photo Help Guide
Scene
Movie
Auto
Smart Auto
Mode
Program
DIS
Photo Help Guide
Scene
Movie
Auto
Functions
Sound
Display
Settings
Exit Change
Smart Auto
Program
Exit Back
DIS
Photo Help Guide
Scene
Movie
Auto
Smart Auto
Program
Exit Back
DIS
Photo Help Guide
Scene
Movie
Auto
Smart Auto
Program
Exit Back
DIS
Photo Help Guide
Scene
Movie
Auto
Smart Auto

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How to use the Auto mode ( )
If the auto focus frame turns to red when you press the shutter
button down half way, it means that the camera cannot focus
on the subject. Should this be the case, the camera is unable
to capture an image clearly.
Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an
image.
1. Insert the batteries (p.13). Insert the
batteries taking note of the polarity (+ / -).
2. Insert the memory card (p.13).
As this camera has a 7MB internal
memory, you do not need to insert
the memory card. If the memory
card is not inserted, an image will be
stored in the internal memory. If the memory card is inserted,
an image will be stored on the memory card.
3. Close the battery chamber cover.
4. Press the power button to turn on the camera.
5. Select the Auto mode by pressing the MENU button.
6. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image
by using the LCD monitor.
7. Press the shutter button to capture an image.
Select this mode for quick and easy picture taking with minimal
user interaction.
Starting the recording mode
Each scene is recognized in the following conditions;
[Landscape] (
) : When shooting outdoor scenes
[White] (
) : When shooting in a very bright environment
[Nights] ( ) : When shooting the nighttime scenes
[Night Portrait] ( ) : When shooting people in a dark out-
door place
[Backlight] (
) : When shooting a backlit scenery
without a portrait
[Backlight Portrait] ( ) : When shooting a backlit portrait
[Portrait] (
) : When shooting a portrait
[Macro] (
) : When shooting close-ups
[Macro Text] ( ) : When shooting texts in a close focus
[Tripod] (
) : When shooting a subject without any
movement on the tripod
[Action] (
) : When shooting a subject making
frequent movements