Samsung FINO 120 SUPER User manual

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• This camera will not function without a battery.
• Use one 3V lithium battery (CR 2).
• The lens cap automatically opens when the Power button is turned on.
• Do not open the lens cap with your fingers.
The shutter does not operate in the following circumstances:
• When the camera has no battery or when the battery is almost drained.
• When the Power is turned off.(When the lens cap is closed.)
• When the zoom button is operating or when the film is winding or rewinding.
(Rewinding will stop when the power button is pressed during rewinding.)
• When the film remains in the camera after rewinding.
• When the flash is being charged.
This camera is controlled electronically by a built-in microcomputer. Although unlikely, it may fail
to operate under certain circumstances in which there is a strong electromagnetic field (near a
TV, microwave etc.). If this occurs, please remove the lithium battery and replace after 2~3
minutes.
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CONTENTS
Part Names ................................................................................ 4
LCD panel ...................................................................................7
Viewfinder and Indicators ...........................................................8
Loading the battery .....................................................................9
Checking the battery .................................................................10
Loading the film .........................................................................11
Adjusting the diopter .................................................................12
Attaching the strap ....................................................................12
Using the camera.......................................................................13
Holding the camera ..................................................................14
Taking pictures ..........................................................................15
Buzzer operation .......................................................................16
Using the focus lock ..................................................................17
Rewinding the film ....................................................................18
Date imprinting (Q.D. model only) ........................................... 19
Using the Flash mode ..............................................................21
Auto Red-eye Reduction ..........................................................22
Fill-in flash .................................................................................23
Flash off .....................................................................................23
Auto Flash..................................................................................24
Using the Shooting mode .........................................................25
Portrait zoom .............................................................................26
Self Shooting..............................................................................27
Bulb shooting(B Shutter) ..........................................................28
Landscape shooting .................................................................29
Continuous shooting .................................................................30
Care and storage ......................................................................31
Trouble shooting .......................................................................32
Checking the camera ..............................................................35
PREPARATION
TAKING PHOTOS
IMPORTANT NOTES
SPECIFICATIONS
Thank you for purchasing the SAMSUNG camera. Please read this manual before using your camera.
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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PART NAMES
Front / Top
Autofocus window
Self-timer lamp
Shutter button
Mode dial
Lens
Viewfinder
Flash button
(Flash mode selection button)
LCD panel
Buzzer ON/OFF button
Mid-roll rewind button
Flash
PREPARATION
Exposure sensor
Battery Chamber cover

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Rear / Bottom
Power button
Autofocus/flash indicator(Green LED)
Viewfinder
Diopter adjustment dial
Tripod socket
Film check window
Strap eyelet
Date record window (Q.D. model only)
Date selection button (Q.D. model only)
Back cover release button
Zoom Button(WIDE)
Zoom Button(TELE)

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Interior
Film sensor
Film pressure roller
DX contacts
Back cover
Film pressure plate
Spool

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LCD PANEL
Flash mode
Buzzer indicator
Film loading indicator
Film present indicator
Battery condition indicator
Seconds(s) when Bulb mode
Exposure unit(EX)
Exposure counter
Film loading failure warning indicator(E)

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VIEWFINDER AND INDICATORS
Close range picture area mark
- WIDE : Optimum picture area when shoot within 0.8m~1.5 m
- TELE : Optimum picture area when shoot within 0.86m ~ 3m
Picture area frame
- WIDE : Optimum picture area when shoot over 1.5 m
- TELE : Optimum picture area when shoot over 3m
Autofocus frame (Focus on the subject with this frame)
Indicators
Autofocus Indicator (Green LED)
When illuminated this confirms that conditions are suitable for picture taking.
When the subject is too close, (within 0.8m (2.62ft)), the LED will blink rapidly and the
shutter will lock. (Refer to page 16 for information of buzzer operation)
Illuminates when the flash is fully charged. (In low light conditions)
Blinks rapidly when the flash is being charged. (Shutter will be locked)
Blinks slowly to indicate that the camera requires steady support (preferably a tripod) to
avoid camera shake. (Refer to page 16 for information of buzzer operation)
Viewfinder
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LOADING THE BATTERY
1. Open the chamber cover by sliding the battery chamber cover.
2. Insert a new battery and ensure it is placed in the correct position.
3. Close the chamber cover.
NOTE
Use one CR 2 battery.
The camera will automatically turn the power off when not used after 3 minutes.
Remove the battery from the camera when the camera is not used for an extended period.
Be sure to check the date and shooting mode when you load a new battery.
If the date or time is incorrect, please refer to page 19 and adjust accordingly.
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CHECKING THE BATTERY
NOTE
Do not remove the battery while the camera is operating, because it may cause the camera to malfunction.
Battery performance is reduced in low temperatures (under -10 (14 ));Try to keep the camera warm
between shots. (The battery will operate normally again when the temperature returns to
normal).
Please dispose of the exhausted battery with care.
Some local authorities may require batteries to be disposed of separately from other refuse.
1. Normal operation
- The battery condition indicator does not appear.
2. The indicator appears half way.
- The battery life is low and you should ensure that a replacement battery is available.
3. The indicator blinks.
- The battery is exhausted. Load a new battery.
You can check the battery life on the LCD panel

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LOADING THE FILM
1. Open the back cover by sliding the release knob as shown above.
2. Insert a roll of film in the chamber. Do not force the film into position.
3. The film should lie flat.
4. Close the back cover. It will close with a “click”.
5. The film will automatically advance until the film counter reads “1”.
6. If a film is loaded incorrectly, the LCD panel will display an “E” warning signal. (Refer to page 16 for
information of buzzer operation) Reload the film following the steps shown above.
NOTE
The camera automatically adjusts for ISO 50-3200 DX film.
When you use non-DX film, the camera will set the film speed at ISO 100.
Load the film in subdued lighting.
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ATTACHING THE STRAP
Refer to the illustrations above.
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ADJUSTING THE DIOPTER
Select the maximum zoom setting and turn the diopter adjustment
dial until the viewfinder display becomes clear.

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USING THE CAMERA
Press the Power button to turn the power on. The indicators will appear on the LCD panel.
If the camera is not used for 3 minutes, the power will be turned off automatically.
While looking through the viewfinder, aim the camera at the subject and operate the zoom buttons.
Press the (Tele) button to move the lens out and press the (Wide) button to move the
lens in .
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HOLDING THE CAMERA
In order to avoid camera shake, hold the camera
steady, especially when using longer focal lengths
(Tele).
Place the camera strap over your wrist.
Both elbows (horizontal picture) or one elbow (vertical
picture) should be held close to your body.
Keep your eye close to the viewfinder when using the
camera. This ensures correct framing. Ensure you
can see all four sides of the viewing frame when
composing your shot.
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NOTE
Avoid obstructing the lens when you take a picture. Pictures can be spoiled when a finger, hair or
camera strap falls in front of the Lens, Exposure Sensor or Auto-focus Windows.
When you take vertical pictures with flash, the flash should be above the lens.

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Aim the Autofocus frame at a subject.(Refer to page 8)
Press the Shutter button half way down. The lens is focused when the green
lamp turns on.
Press the Shutter button all the way down to take a picture.
The film will automatically advance after shooting and the frame counter will advance.
Exposure range (WIDE) : 0.8m ~
(TELE) : 0.86m ~
NOTE
When the flash is being charged, the indicator(Green LED) will be blink rapidly.
In order to avoid camera shake, hold the camera steadily and press the Shutter
button gently, particularly when using longer focal lengths (Tele).
After taking pictures, turn off the camera. This will protect the lens and prevent
unintended shots. (If not used for 3 minutes, the camera will turn off automatically).
Pressing the shutter button after initiating the wide mode will activate the zoom
lens for accurate focusing.
In such a case, the power will be turn off with zoom lens move into the camera
automatically while the Shutter button is operate. If this occur, please turn the
power on and take a picture again.
TAKING PICTURES

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BUZZER OPERATION
The buzzer function can be selected by Buzzer ON/OFF
button and it will operate only if the buzzer mark appears
on the LCD panel.
According to the function, the buzzer sound is as follows.
Buzzer sound Function Application
Peek Selection When you press Flash, Buzzer button
When Mode Dial is changed
longbeeps(4Hz) Warning When hand shake is detected
longbeeps(8Hz) Warning When AF Lock (shorter than minimum shooting range) occurs
longbeeps(2Hz) Warning When a film is loaded incorrectly
When the rewinding is completely finished
short beeps Warning In case of shooting beyond the scope of flash range
(The function of Auto Flash zoom compensation, Refer to page 21)

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USING THE FOCUS LOCK
If you want to focus on a subject that is not in the centre of your picture, use the Focus Lock function
described below.
1. Aim the camera with the autofocus frame superimposed over the subject.
2. Press the shutter button half way down. (Green LED light)
Be careful not to press the shutter button all the way down to avoid taking an unwanted picture.
3. Keeping the shutter button depressed, recompose your picture as desired.
Hold the camera steadily and gently press the shutter button completely down.
The Focus Lock can be released at any time by lifting your finger from the shutter button.
! ATTENTION
The Autofocus system of this camera may not function in circumstances below :
The subject blends into the background.
The subject is fast moving.
The subject does not reflect enough light back into the autofocus receiver(e.g.very dark objects).
The subject is very narrow, either horizontally or vertically(e.g.a lampost).
There is more than one subject, one near the camera and one some distance away.
Strong light is directed at the camera. (the subject is back lit).
Fireworks and smoke.
Shining or glossy surfaces such as a car body or the surface of water.
In these circumstances, using the Focus Lock feature may help to solve the problem.
TAKING PHOTOS

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REWINDING THE FILM
1. Automatic rewinding
2. Mid-roll rewinding
After taking all the pictures on a roll of film, the camera will automatically
rewind the film. The motor stops when the rewinding is completed.
When the rewinding is completed, the icon ( ) will blink. After 5
seconds the icon will no longer be displayed. You may remove the film
at this point.(Refer to page 16 for information of buzzer operation)
To rewind the film in the middle of a roll, press the Mid-roll rewind button.
The film will be completely rewound, ready for processing. You will not
be able to reload the film.
NOTE
If you press the Power button during film rewinding, the rewinding is
interrupted until the Power button is released.
If the motor stops before the LCD shows “0”, replace the battery. Do not
open the back cover until the battery is replaced.
Rewind button

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DATE IMPRINTING (Q.D. MODEL ONLY)
Press the MODE button in the back cover to select the desired format.
1. Changing Date format
2. Date Zone
<No imprinting>
<Month-Day-Year>
<Day-Month-Year>
<Year-Month-Day>
<Day-Hour-Minute>

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3. Setting the Date
Select the date mode by pressing the MODE button.
Press the SELECT button to access a day, month or year.
Adjust the date or time by pressing the SET button.
(The date will run through quickly if you press the SET button continuously.)
NOTE
To avoid damage the buttons, do not use a sharp implement.
Remember, when changing the battery, you will need to
adjust the date.
This camera will set the date automatically until 2049.
A year mark will be indicated by the last 2 digits on the Date Record Window, which
will be printed on the picture.
Under these circumstances the camera will operate as normal.
The 2049 date is subject to change without prior notice.
EXAMPLE
1999 –> “99”
2000 –> “00”
2001 –> “01”