Samsung SL720 user manual Before contacting a service center

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Before contacting a service center

Situation

Suggested remedies

The date and time are

Set the date and time in the display settings

incorrect

menu.

 

 

The display or buttons

Remove the battery and insert it again.

do not work

 

 

 

 

If you use your camera at low temperatures,

 

it will cause the camera screen to

The camera screen

malfunction or discolor.

works poorly

For better performance of your camera

 

screen, use your camera at normal

 

temperatures.

 

 

The memory card has

The memory card has not been reset.

an error

Format the card. (p. 75)

 

 

 

If you change the name of a file, your

 

camera may not play the file (the name of

Cannot play back files

the file should meet the DCF standard). If

 

you encounter this situation, play back files

 

on your computer.

 

 

 

t Make sure that the focus option you set

 

is suitable for close-up shots. (p. 40)

The photo is blurry

t Make sure that the subject is within

range of the flash. (p. 87)

 

 

t Make sure that the lens is clean. If not,

 

clean the lens. (p. 79)

 

 

Situation

Suggested remedies

The colors in the photo

An incorrect white balance can create

unrealistic color. Select the proper white

do not match the actual

scene

balance option to suit the light source.

(p. 46)

 

 

 

 

t Your photo is overexposed. Adjust the

The photo is too bright

exposure value. (p. 45)

 

t Turn off the flash. (p. 38)

 

 

 

t Make sure that the camera is correctly

The TV does not

connected to the external monitor with

the A/V cable.

display your photos

t Make sure that your memory card

 

 

contains photos.

 

 

 

t Make sure that the USB cable is

Your computer does

connected correctly.

t Make sure that your camera is switched

not recognize your

on.

camera

t Make sure that you are using a

 

 

supported operating system.

 

 

Your computer

The file transmission may be interrupted by

disconnects the camera

static electricity. Disconnect the USB cable

while transferring files

and connect it again.

 

 

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Contents SL720 Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care Prevent damage to subjects’ eyesightKeep your camera away from small children and pets Handle and store your camera carefully and sensiblyHealth and safety information Protect batteries, chargers, and memory cards from damageEnsure maximum battery and charger life Use only Samsung-approved accessoriesAllow only qualified personnel to service your camera Protect your camera’s lensSamsung Electronics America, Inc Copyright informationIcons used in this manual Shooting mode iconsIndications used in this manual Abbreviations used in this manualSubject, background, and composition Expressions used in this manualPressing the shutter Exposure BrightnessQuick reference Taking photos of peopleContents Contents Basic functions Check your product box for the following items Camera Optional accessoriesUnpacking Sold as a set Camera case Memory cardsSpeaker Tripod mount Battery chamber coverCamera layout Description Camera layoutIcon Button DescriptionIcons on the left IconsIcons on the right Icon DescriptionTurning on your camera in Playback mode Turning your camera on or offSelecting options Rotate the mode dial to p Press mSelecting a white balance option in the P mode Press o to confirm the highlighted option or menuPress o Selecting optionsPress F or t to scroll to a white balance option Press m to return to the previous mode Setting the display and soundSetting the sound Changing the display typeTaking photos Press Shutter to take a photoDigital zoom ZoomingTaking photos Zoom outReducing camera shake OIS a p b s Shooting mode, press m Select Functions “ OIS “ an optionSelect a submenu View a topic Using the Photo Help Guide modeRotate the mode dial to h Select a menu from the list Press o to practiceHolding your camera correctly When is displayedWhen shooting in the dark, avoid Half-pressing the shutter buttonPreventing your subject from being out of focus Extended functions Shooting modes Using the Smart Auto modeRotate the mode dial to S Align your subject in the frame Half-press Shutter to focus Press Shutter to take the photoShooting modes Using the Scene modeUsing the frame guide Adjusting the exposure in the Night mode Select an optionTo hide facial imperfections, press m Using the Beauty Shot mode Select a higher setting to make skin tone appear lighter Using the Dual is mode Using the Program modePress m Select Functions “ Voice ““a sound option Rotate the mode dial to Press mRecording a video To pause recording Adding a voice memo to a photo Recording voice memos a p d b sRecording a voice memo Learn about the options you can set in shooting mode Shooting optionsSelecting image quality a p d b s Selecting a resolution and qualitySelecting a resolution a p d b s v S Select Functions “ Photo Size “ an optionLearn how to set the timer to delay shooting Using the timer a p d b s v SPress Shutter to start the timer Shooting mode, press tSelect Press Shutter Using the timerUsing the motion timer Pressing ShutterPreventing red-eye a p b s Using the flash a p b s SShooting in the dark Shooting mode, press FShooting mode, press m Select Functions “ ISO “ an option Adjusting the ISO speed pShooting in the dark Changing the camera’s focus Using macro a p dUsing auto focus a p d Shooting mode, press MAdjusting the focus area a p d b s Changing the camera’s focusUsing face detection a p d b s Detecting facesTaking a smile shot Using face detectionTaking a self-portrait shot Using smart face recognition Detecting eye blinkingCompensating for backlighting ACB p Adjusting brightness and colorAdjusting the exposure manually EV p d Select Functions ““ACB “ an option. Option DescriptionSelecting a light source White balance p d Adjusting brightness and colorChanging the metering option p d Select Functions ““MeteringDefining your own white balance Using burst modes p s Select Functions ““Drive “ an option. Option DescriptionApplying photo styles a p d s Adjust the amount of the selected color. less or + moreImproving your photos Select a value to adjust the selected item Adjusting your photos pShooting mode, press m Select Functions ““Image Adjust Improving your photosPlayback/Editing Starting Playback mode Playing backPress F or t to view files Playing backPlayback mode, push Zoom down Press m Select a category Press o to return to the normal viewPress f Select Yes Select the file you want to protect and press oPress f Protecting filesCopying files to the memory card Using the recycle binTo restore files from the recycle bin To activate the recycle binStarting a slide show Viewing photosEnlarging a photo Use the following buttons to control playback Playing a videoSet the slide show effect Select Start ““Play Playback mode, select a video and press oPlaying a voice memo Playing voice memosCapturing an image during playback Playing a voice memo added to a photoRotating a photo Editing a photoResizing photos Editing a photo Applying photo stylesDefining your own RGB tone Correcting exposure problems Select a value to adjust the selected item. less or + morePrinting photos as thumbnails Select File Options “ Dpof “ Size “ an optionViewing files on a TV or Hdtv Viewing files on an HdtvHdmi adapter Hdmi cable Viewing files on a TV or HdtvTurn on your camera For Windows users Installing programsTransferring files to your computer Hardware and software requirementsConnect your camera to your PC with the USB cable Insert the installation CD in a compatible CD-ROM driveTransferring files to your computer Transferring files to your PCScreen Click the pop-up message Remove the USB cable Disconnecting the camera for Windows XPTurn on the camera On the tool bar at the bottom right of your PCUsing Samsung Master Select the files you want to downloadUsing the Samsung Master Interface Full-screen view Playback/EditingFor Mac users Press F or t to select a photo Configuring print settingsPrinting photos with a photo printer PictBridge Press o to printAppendixes Select a menu Camera settings menuAccessing the settings menu Press m to return to the previous screenCamera settings menu Sound DisplaySettings Anynet+ Remote control Are not using it. Off, 1 min, 3 min*, 5 minSet the video signal output according to your ImprintComputer or printer Ntsc 1080i*, 720p, 480pHdmi Size PAL 1080i*, 720p, 576p AutomaticallyError messages Error message Suggested remediesCamera lens and display Camera maintenanceCleaning your camera Camera bodyMemory cards you can use Camera maintenanceAbout memory cards Memory card capacityBattery life About the batteryBattery specifications Camera maintenance Common questions Before contacting a service center Situation Suggested remediesBefore contacting a service center Your computer cannot play videos  Using QuickTime PlayerSituation Camera specifications Camera specifications Video output DC power input 34 pin Connector AppendixesImage size Power source may differ depending on your region FCC notice Index Index For Mac For Windows Installing UsingAccessing Camera Display Sound Playing Recording