Samsung SL630 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 center.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Take a picture. (p.20)
Insert the supplied USB cable
into the PC’s USB port and the
camera’s USB connection
terminal. (p.94)
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.95)
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
center.
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 center. 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 color 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
015 Inserting the memory card
016
Instructions on how to use the memory card
018 LCD monitor indicator
019 How to use the menu
020 Starting the recording mode
020 Selecting modes
020 How to use the Smart Auto mode
022 How to use the Program mode
022 How to use the DUAL IS (Dual Image
Stabilization) mode
023 How to use the Scene modes
025 How to use the Movie clip mode

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Contents
042 Face Detection
044 Face Tone
044 Face Retouch
044 Auto Focus type
045 Metering
045 ACB
046 Drive mode
046 Photo Style Selector
047 Image Adjust
048 OIS (Optical image Stabilization)
049 Voice Memo
049 Voice Recording
050
Recording the movie clip without voice
050 Setting movie recording
051 Smart mode
051 Smart mode display
052 Starting Smart mode
052 Selecting modes
053 How to use Smart Auto mode
053 How to use Smart Movie Clip mode
054 Sound menu
054 Sound
054 Volume
025
Recording the movie clip without sound
026 Pausing while recording a movie clip
(Successive Recording)
026 Things to Watch Out for When Taking
Pictures
027 Using the camera buttons to set the camera
027 POWER button
028 SHUTTER button
028 Smart button
029 Zoom W/T Lever
030 Info (DISP) / Up button
031 Macro / Down button
032 Focus lock
033 Flash / Left button
035 Self-timer / Right button
037 MENU button
037 OK button
037 Shooting
038 How to Enable Functions Using the
MENU Button
039 Photo Size / Movie Size
039 Quality / Frame rate
040 Exposure compensation
040 ISO
041 White balance
SMART MODE
SETUP

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054 Start up sound
054 Shutter sound
054 Beep sound
055 AF sound
055 Setup menu
055 Display
055 Language
055 Function Description
056 Start up image
056 Display Brightness
056 Quick view
056 Display Save
057 Settings
057 Formatting a memory
057 Initialization
058 Setting up the Date / Time / Date type
058 Time Zone
058 File name
059 Imprinting the recording date
059 Auto power off
060 Auto Focus lamp
060 Selecting Video out type
061 Setting the USB
062 Starting play mode
PLAY
062 Playing back a still image
062 Playing back a movie clip
063 Movie clip capture function
063 Playing back a recorded voice
064 Playing back a voice memo
064 LCD monitor Indicator
065
Using the camera buttons to set the camera
065 Play mode button
065 Thumbnail / Enlargement Lever
065 Smart Album
068 Info (DISP) / Up button
068 Play & Pause / OK button
069 Left / Right / Down / MENU button
069 Delete button
070 Setting up the play back function using
the LCD monitor
072 Edit
072 Resize
073 Rotating an image
073 Photo Style Selector
074 Image Adjust
076 Starting the Multi Slide Show
076 Start the Multi Slide Show
076 Selecting Images
077 Setting play interval
Contents

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Contents
077 Setting Background Music
077 Configure Multi Slide Show effects
078 File Options
078 Deleting images
078 Protecting images
079 Voice memo
080 DPOF
082 Copy to Card
083 PictBridge
084 PictBridge : Picture Selection
084 PictBridge : Print Setting
085 PictBridge : Reset
085 Important notes
087 Warning indicator
088 Before contacting a service center
090 Specifications
093 Transferring files to your computer
(for Windows)
093 For Windows users
097
Transferring files to your computer (for Mac)
097 For Mac users
099 FAQ
SOFTWARE
APPENDIX
PICTBRIDGE

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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 center. Parts and accessories illustrated below may differ
from exact appearance.
Package Contents
Camera Rechargeable battery
AD43-00194A
AC adapter / USB cable
AD44-00143A /
AD39-00165A
Camera strap
AD63-02604A
AD63-02596A
Software CD
(User manual included)
AD46-00326A
Quick Start Manual
AD68-04836A
Sold Separately
SD/SDHC memory card
(see p.17) Camera case AV cable
AD39-00146A
Battery charger
AD44-00164A

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Identification of features
Front & Top
Lens / Lens cover
Self-timer lamp /
AF Lamp
POWER button
Speaker
Smart button
Shutter button
Flash
Microphone
USB / AV / DC terminal
Zoom T Lever (Digital zoom)
Zoom W Lever (Thumbnail)

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Identification of features
Back
Play mode button
MENU button
LCD monitor
Camera status lamp
Fn/Delete button
MODE button
5 function button
Strap eyelet

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Bottom
Identification of features
5 Function button
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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
Memory card slot
Battery chamber cover
Battery
holder

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Identification of features
Mode icon
Refer to page 20/52 for more information about the camera mode
setting.
MODE Smart Auto Program DUAL IS
ICON
MODE Scene Movie Smart Movie
ICON
MODE SCENE
Beauty Shot Frame Guide Night
ICON
MODE Portrait Children Landscape
ICON
MODE Close Up Text Sunset
ICON
MODE Dawn Backlight Fireworks
ICON
MODE Beach & Snow - -
ICON
Self-timer lamp
Icon Status Description
Blinking
- For the first 7 seconds, the lamp blinks at 1 second
intervals.
- For the final 3 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)

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Connecting to a Power Source
BP70A rechargeable battery Specification
Model BP70A
Type Lithium lon
Capacity 740mAh
Voltage 3.7V
C harging time Approximately 150 Minutes
You should use the rechargeable battery BP70A supplied with the
camera. Be sure to charge the battery before using the camera.
Number of images and battery life: Using the BP70A
Battery life /
Number of images Conditions
Still image Approx. 100 MIN /
Approx. 200 shots
Using the fully charged battery,
Default settings, Program mode,
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. 80 MIN
Using the fully charged battery
640x480 image size
30 fps 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.
If you connect the AC adapter to the USB cable, you can use it
as an AC cable and recharge the spare battery with it.
- 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.94) or supply the power
to your camera through the USB
cable.

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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 battery 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 charger
Charging LED
Being Charged Red LED is on
Charging is complete Green LED is on
Charging error Orange colored LED is off or blinking

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.

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Connecting to a Power Source
When using the battery, please keep the following guidelines.
Failure to do so may cause the generation of heat, fire, or
explosion.
ƔIf you find the battery shape distorted in size, try to contact a
service center. It may present physical dangers.
ƔUse only the recommended battery charger.
ƔDo not place the product close to the fire device.
ƔDo not insert the product into the microwave oven.
ƔDo not place the product inside a car during the summer.
ƔDo not place the product in a space with hot temperature and
high humidity range.
ƔDo not use the product for long time in the carpet, comforter, or
electronic mattress.
ƔDo not leave the product turned on where the air cannot be circu-
lated.
ƔBe careful about the battery slot not to be connected with
accessories like necklace, coin, key, watch, and so on.
ƔUse the 2nd Advanced Lithium Batteries with the guarantee
under the manufacturing company.
ƔDo not try to disassemble or perforate the product by using the
sharp pin.
ƔDo not give a hard pressure on the product.
ƔDo not let the product fall down from the height, or do not give a
shock to the product.
ƔDo not exposure the product to the high temperature over 60°C
(140°F) degree.
ƔDo not exposure the product to the water or humidity.
ƔBattery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine,
fire or the like.
Guidelines of disposal
ƔDo not throw away the over used battery.
ƔDestruction by fire is not allowed for disposal of battery.
ƔThe disposal instruction may differ depending on the nation or
the specific region. Please follow the given method of disposal.
Guideline of recharging the battery
ƔDo not recharge the battery by using the different method other
than the user manual indicates. Failure to following the right
instruction may cause the fire or the explosion.

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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
- If the camera does not turn on
after you have inserted battery,
please check whether the
battery (+ / -) direction is right.
- When the battery chamber
cover is opened, do not force
the battery chamber cover,
this may damage it.
Connecting to a Power Source Inserting the memory card
Insert the memory card as shown.
- Turn off the camera’s power
before inserting the memory card.
- Have the front label 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.

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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 optimize the amount of memory in the camera,
replace the memory card or delete unnecessary images stored
on the memory card.
Be sure to format the memory card (see p.57) if you are using
a newly purchased memory card for the first time, if it contains
data that the camera cannot recognize, 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.
Don't remove the memory card when the camera status lamp is
blinking as this may cause damage to data in the memory card.

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Instructions on how to use the memory card
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 168 About 238 About 362 - -
About 195 About 267 About 407 - -
About 229 About 305 About 477 - -
About 244 About 326 About 514 - -
About 362 About 489 About 699 - -
About 543 About 674 About 752 - -
About 978 About 1086 About 1222 --
*Movie
clip
---
About
00:13'36"
About
00:26'50"
---
About
00:32'58"
About
01:05'16"
The Zoom W/T lever doesn’t function during the movie recording.
The recording times can be changed by the zoom operation.
Several videos were recorded in succession to determine the total
recording time.
The camera can use SD/SDHC Memory 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.
[SD (Secure Digital) memory card]
Card pins
Write protect switch
Label

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LCD monitor indicator
No. Description Icons Page
1 Recording mode p.20
2
Voice Memo p.49
3
Number of available shots
remaining 00001 p.17
Remaining time 00:00:00 p.17
4Memory card icon /
Internal memory icon -
[Image & Full Status]
No. Description Icons Page
5 Battery p.15
6
Photo Size / Movie Size p.39
7
Image Quality / Frame Rate p.39
8 Metering p.45
9 Flash p.33
10 Self-timer p.35
11 Macro p.31
12 Face Detection p.42
13 Date / Time 2010/01/01 01:00 PM p.58
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Optical / Digital Zoom bar /
Digital Zoom rate
p.29
15 Camera shake Warning p.26
16 Auto Focus Frame p.44
17 OIS p.48
18 Drive mode p.46
19 Photo Style Selector /
Image Adjust / Voice
p.46/47
/50
20 ISO p.40
21 White Balance p.41
22
Exposure compensation p.40
23
Aperture Value / Shutter Speed F3.4, 1/30 p.24

The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting functions
and selections.

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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 button to navigate through the menus.
3. Use the left or right button 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
Start Sound
Shutter Sound
Beep Sound
AF Sound
Volume
Shooting
Sound
Display
Settings
Exit Change
Shooting
Sound
Display
Settings
Exit Change
Quality
EV
ISO
White Balance
Face Detection
Photo Size
Focus Area
Press the
Up or Down
button.
Shooting
Sound
Display
Settings
Exit Change
Quality
EV
ISO
White Balance
Face Detection
Photo Size
Focus Area
Start Sound
Shutter Sound
Beep Sound
AF Sound
Volume
Shooting
Sound
Display
Settings
Exit Change