Samsung PL50 User manual

User Manual
PL50
Thank you for buying a Samsung Camera.
This manual will help you learn to capture
images, share or print your photos, and edit
photos with the accompanying software.
Please read this manual thoroughly.

001
Thank you for buying a Samsung Digital Camera.
Prior to using this camera, please read the user manual
thoroughly.
If you require After Sales service, please bring the camera and 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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of Microsoft Corporation incorporated in the United States and/or
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Getting to Know your cameraInstructions
Setting up the applica-
tion software
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.89)
Take a picture. (p.20)
Insert the supplied USB cable
into the PC’s USB port and the
camera’s USB connection
terminal. (p.91)
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.92)
Take a picture
Insert the USB cable
Check the camera's
power
Check [Removable Disk]

002
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 tem-
peratures, 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.

003
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.
Never connect the 20 pin connector to the USB port of a PC. This
carries a high risk of computer malfunction.
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
014 Inserting the memory card
015 Instructions on how to use the memory
card
017 When using the camera for the first time
018 LCD monitor indicator
019 How to use the menu
020 Starting the recording mode
020 Selecting modes
020 How to use the Auto mode
021 How to use the Program mode
021 How to use the DIS mode
022 Using the Photo Help guide mode
023 How to use the Beauty Shot mode
023 How to use the Scene modes

004
SETUP
Contents
025 How to use the Movie clip mode
025 Recording the movie clip without sound
025 Pausing while recording a movie clip
(Successive Recording)
026 How to use the Smart Auto mode
027 Things to Watch Out for When Taking
Pictures
028 Using the camera buttons to set the camera
028 POWER button
028 SHUTTER button
028 ZOOM button
030 Info (DISP) / Up button
030 Macro / Down button
032 Focus lock
032 Flash / Left button
034 Self-timer / Right button
036 MENU button
036 OK button
036 Functions
037 How to Enable Functions Using the MENU
Button
037 Exposure compensation
038 White balance
039 ISO
039 Face Detection
041 Face Tone
041 Face Retouch
042 Image Size
042 Quality / Frame rate
043 ACB
043 Metering
044 Drive mode
044 Auto Focus type
045 Photo Style Selector
046 Image Adjust
047 Voice Memo
047 Voice Recording
048 Recording the movie clip without voice
049 Sound menu
049 Sound
049 Volume
049 Start up sound
049 Shutter sound
049 Beep Sound
050 AF sound
050 Self Portrait
050 Setup menu
050 Display
050 Language
050 Function Description
051 Start up image
051 Display Bright
051 Quick view
051 Display SAVE
052 Settings
052 Formatting a memory
052 Initialisation

005
PLAY
Contents
053 Setting up the Date / Time / Date type
053 Time Zone
053 File name
054 Imprinting the recording date
054 Auto power off
055 Selecting Video out type
056 Auto Focus lamp
056 Setting the USB
057 Starting play mode
057 Playing back a still image
057 Playing back a movie clip
058 Movie clip capture function
058 Playing back a recorded voice
058 Playing back a voice memo
059 LCD monitor Indicator
060 Using the camera buttons to set the
camera
060 Thumbnail / Enlargement button
060 Smart Album
062 Info (DISP) / Up button
062 Play & Pause / OK button
063 Left / Right / Down / MENU button
063 Delete button
064 Setting up the play back function using the
LCD monitor
066 Edit
066 Resize
067 Rotating an image
067 Photo Style Selector
068 Image Adjust
070 View
070 Starting the Multi Slide Show
070 Start the Multi Slide Show
071 Selecting Images
071 Configure Multi Slide show effects
072 Setting play interval
072 Setting Background Music
072 File Options
072 Deleting images
073 Protecting images
073 Voice memo
074 DPOF
076 Copy To Card
077 PictBridge
078 PictBridge : Picture Selection
078 PictBridge : Print Setting
079 PictBridge : Reset
079 Important notes
081 Warning indicator
082 Before contacting a service centre
084 Specifications

006
SOFTWARE
Contents
087 Software Notes
087 System Requirements
088 About the software
089 Setting up the application software
091 Starting PC mode
094 Removing the removable disk
095 Samsung Master
098 Setting up the USB Driver for MAC
098 Using the USB Driver for MAC
099 FAQ

007
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 Rechargeable battery AC adapter /
USB cable Camera strap Software CD
(see p.88)
User manual,
Product warranty
Sold Separately
SD/SDHC memory card / MMC
(see p.16) Camera case AV cable
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.

008
Identification of features
Front & Top
AF sensor /
Self-timer lamp
Lens/ Lens cover
Flash
Shutter button
Speaker Microphone
Power button

009
Back
Identification of features
Camera status lamp
LCD monitor
Play mode button
Fn / Delete button
5 function button
MENU button
USB / AV / DC terminal
Zoom Tele(T) button / Digital zoom
Mode Dial
Zoom Wide(W) button / Thumbnail
Strap eyelet

010
Bottom
Identification of features
5 Function button
Battery holderBattery chamber cover
Memory card slot
Battery chamber
Tripod socket
Information / Up button
Macro / Down button
Self-timer /
Right button
Flash /
Left button
OK / Play & Pause button

011
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 is off
When the printer is printing The lamp is off
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 20 for more information about the camera mode setting.
MODE Auto Program DIS Photo Help
Guide
ICON
MODE Beauty Shot Scene Movie Smart Auto
ICON
MODE
SCENE
Frame Guide
Night Portrait Children
ICON
MODE Landscape Close up Text Sunset
ICON
MODE Dawn Backlight Firework Beach&Snow
ICON

012
Connecting to a Power Source
SLB-10A rechargeable battery Specification
Model SLB-10A
Type Lithium lon
Capacity 1050mAh
Voltage 3.7V
C harging time Approximately 180 Minutes
You should use the rechargeable battery SLB-10A supplied with the
camera. Be sure to charge the battery before using the camera.
Number of images and battery life: Using the SLB-10A
Battery life /
Number of images Conditions
Still image Approx. 150 MIN /
Approx. 300 shots
Using the fully charged battery, Auto
mode, 10M image size, Fine image
quality, Shot to shot interval: 30Sec.
Changing the zoom position between
the Wide and the Tele after every shot.
Using the flash on every second shot.
Using the camera for 5 minutes and
then powering it off for 1 minute.
Movie Approx. 120 MIN
Using the fully charged battery
640x480 image size
30fps frame rate
ÄThese figures are measured under Samsung’s standard conditions
and shooting conditions and may vary depending on the user’s
methods.
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.
Connecting the AC adapter with the USB cable can be used as an
AC cable, and you can charge the rechargeable battery with the
AC cable.
- Using an AC cable
: Connect the AC adapter to the USB
cable. It can be used as a power
cable.
- Using a USB cable
: Remove the AC adapter.
You can download stored images
to your PC (p.91) or supply the
power to your camera through the
USB cable.

013
Connecting to a Power Source
Important information about USB cable usage.

Use a USB cable with the correct specification.

If the camera is connected to the PC through a USB hub :
connect the camera directly to the PC.

If the camera and other devices are connected to the PC at
the same time : remove other device.

Camera can not be detected using the front side USB port
of computer. In this case, use the back side USB port of
computer.

If the USB port of the PC doesn’t meet the Power output
standard (5V, 500mA), the camera may not be charged.
How to charge the rechargeable battery

Before inserting any cables or AC adapter, check the directions and
do not insert by force. It may cause breakage of cable or camera.

If the charging LED of the AC Charger does not turn on or blink after
inserting the rechargeable battery, please check whether the battery
is inserted correctly.

If you charge the battery with the camera power on, the battery won’t
be fully charged. Turn the camera off while charging the battery.
Charging LED of the AC Adapter
Charging LED
Being Charged Red LED is on
Charging is complete Green LED is on
Charging error Red LED is off or blinking
Being discharged
(Using the AC adapter) Orange coloured LED is on

If you insert the fully discharged battery to charge it, do not turn on
the camera at the same time. The camera may not be turned on
because of the low battery capacity. Charge the battery for more
than 10 minutes before using the camera.

Do not use the flash frequently or take a movie clip with the fully
discharged battery charged for a short time. Even if the charger
is inserted, the camera power may be turned off because the
rechargeable battery is discharged again.

014
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 bat-
tery)
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
before inserting the memory card.
- Have the front of the memory
card facing toward the back of
the camera (LCD monitor) and
the card pins toward the front of
the camera (lens).
- 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.

015
Instructions on how to use the memory card
If the memory card is subjected to any of the following, the re-
corded 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.52) 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 mem-
ory 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 receiv-
ers.
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 con-
tact 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.

016
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 182 About 333 About 471 - -
About 199 About 361 About 510 - -
About 251 About 440 About 611 - -
About 251 About 444 About 617 - -
About 333 About 576 About 791 - -
About 493 About 812 About 1064 --
About 1234 About 1668 About 1870 --
*Movie
clip
--- About 7'06" About 13'55"
--- About 26'25" About 49'24"
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.
Card pins
Write protect switch
Label
[SD (Secure Digital) memory card]

017
Setting up the date, time and date type
1. Select the [Date&Time] menu by
pressing the Up/Down button and press
the Right button.
2. Select the desired sub menu by
pressing the Up/Down/Left/Right
button and press the OK button.
Left/Right button : Selects world time/year/ month/ day/hour/
minute/ date type
Up/Down button : Changes the value of each item.
ÄFor more information about the World Time, refer to the page 53.
When using the camera for the first time
Charge the rechargeable battery fully before using the camera for
the first time.
When the camera is turned on for the first time, a menu will be
displayed in the LCD monitor to set date, time and language. This
menu will not be displayed again after setting up the date, time
and language. Set up the date, time and language before using
this camera.
Setting up the language
1. Select the [Language] menu by
pressing the Up/Down button and press
the Right button.
2. Select the desired sub menu by
pressing the Up/Down button and press
the OK button. Back Set
Date & Time :09/01/01
Language :English
English
䚐ạ㛨
Français
Deutsch
Español
Italiano
Exit Back
Date & Time :09/01/01
Language :English
2009 / 01 / 01 13:00 yyyy/mm/dd
yyyy mm dd

018
The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting
functions and selections.
LCD monitor indicator
No. Description Icons Page
1 Recording mode p.20
2
Optical / Digital Zoom bar /
Digital Zoom rate
p.28
3
Voice Memo p.47
4
Number of available shots
remaining 00001 p.16
Remaining time 00:00:00 p.16
[Image & Full Status]
No. Description Icons Page
5Memory card icon /
Internal memory icon -
6 Battery p.14
7 Flash p.32
8 Self-timer p.34
9 Macro p.30
10 Photo Style Selector p.45
11
Face Detection · Self Portrait
· Blink Detection · Smile Shot
p.39
12 Face Tone p.41
13
Face Retouch / Image Adjust /
Without Sound
p.41/
46/48
14 Date / Time 2009/01/01 01:00 PM p.53
15 Camera shake Warning p.27
16 Auto Focus Frame p.44
17 Drive mode p.44
18 Metering /
Long Time Shutter
p.43/
24
19 Image Quality /
Frame Rate p.42
20 Image Size p.42
21 ISO p.39
22 White Balance p.38
23
Exposure compensation p.37

019
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.
Press the
UP or DOWN
button.
Press the
UP or DOWN
button.
Functions
Sound
Display
Settings
Photo Size
Quality
Focus Area
Photo Style Selector
Voice
Face Detection
Exit Change
Functions
Sound
Display
Settings
Photo Size
Quality
Focus Area
Photo Style Selector
Voice
Face Detection
Exit Change
Back Set
Start Sound :Off
Shutter Sound :1
Beep Sound :1
AF Sound :On
Self-Portrait :On
Volume :Medium
Off
Low
Medium
High
Start Sound :Off
Shutter Sound :1
Beep Sound :1
AF Sound :On
Self-Portrait :On
Volume :Medium
Exit Back
Functions
Sound
Display
Settings
Start Sound
Shutter Sound
Beep Sound
AF Sound
Self-Portrait
Volume
Exit Change
Functions
Sound
Display
Settings
Function Description
Start Image
Display Brightness
Quick View
Power Save
Language
Exit Change
Functions
Sound
Display
Settings
Start Sound
Shutter Sound
Beep Sound
AF Sound
Self-Portrait
Volume
Exit Change