Samsung EC-ST90ZZBPUUS, EC-ST90ZZBPSUS user manual Basic troubleshooting

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Basic troubleshooting

You can get answers to common questions. Solve problems easily by setting shooting options.

The subject's eyes

This is caused by a reflection from the camera flash.

appear red.

Set the flash option to

Red-eye or

Red-eye Fix. (p. 41)

 

If the photo has already been taken, select

Red-eye Fix in the edit menu. (p. 70)

 

 

Photos have dust

Dust particles floating in the air may be captured in photos when using the flash.

spots.

• Turn off the flash or avoid taking photos in a dusty place.

 

Set ISO speed options. (p. 42)

 

 

 

Photos are blurred.

This may be caused by taking photos in low light conditions or holding the camera incorrectly.

 

Press [Shutter] halfway down to make sure the subject is focused. (p. 26)

 

Use the DIS function. (p. 25)

 

 

 

Photos are blurred

As the camera tries to let in more light, the shutter speed slows.

when shooting at

This can make it difficult to steady the camera and may result in camera shake.

night.

Select

Night in the

mode. (p. 34)

 

Turn on the flash. (p. 41)

Set ISO speed options. (p. 42)

Use a tripod to prevent your camera from shaking.

Subjects come out

When the light source is behind the subject or when there is a high contrast between

too dark because of

the light and dark areas, the subject may come out shaded.

backlighting.

Avoid shooting with the sun behind your subject.

 

Select

Backlight in the

mode. (p. 30)

 

Set the flash option to Fill in. (p. 41)

 

Set the Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) option. (p. 51)

 

Adjust the exposure. (p. 51)

 

 

Set the metering option to

Spot if a bright subject is in the center of the frame. (p. 52)

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents ST90/ST91 Health and safety information Do not disassemble or attempt to repair your cameraKeep your camera away from small children and pets Do not handle your camera with wet handsHealth and safety information Disconnect chargers from power sources when not in useDo not use batteries for unintended purposes Do not touch the flash while it firesNever use a damaged charger, battery, or memory card Keep cards with magnetic strips away from the camera caseCheck that the camera is operating properly before use This may cause your camera to malfunctionHow to record a video or voice memo Learn how to play back photos, videos, or voiceRefer to error messages, specifications, Maintenance tips Copyright informationShooting mode icons Indications used in this manualIcons used in this manual Abbreviations used in this manualExpressions used in this manual Pressing the shutterSubject, background, and composition Exposure BrightnessBasic troubleshooting Quick reference Taking photos of peopleContents Contents Tips for getting a clearer photo …………………………… Performing the initial setup … ……………………………Setting the display and sound … ………………………… Optional accessories UnpackingShutter button Power button Flash Smart button Camera layoutSpeaker MicrophoneButton Description Icon Mode DescriptionCamera layout Inserting the battery and memory card Push the lock up to release the batteryRemoving the battery and memory card Insert the battery with the Samsung logo facing downCharging the battery and turning your camera on Charging the batteryTurning on your camera in Playback mode Turning on your cameraPerforming the initial setup PressLearning icons Icons on the leftInformation Icon DescriptionSelecting options Shooting mode, pressMenu Going back to the previous menuExample Selecting a White Balance option in the P mode Selecting optionsPress or to scroll to a White Balance option PressSetting the display and sound Setting the soundChanging the display type Press repeatedly to change a display typePress Shutter to take a photo Taking photosAlign your subject in the frame Half-press Shutter to focus Zooming Taking photosDigital zoom ZoomSetting Intelli zoom Photo resolution when Intelli zoom is on Optical rangeIntelli zoom Intelli rangeReducing camera shake DIS Select Shooting → DIS → an optionWhen is displayed Holding your camera correctlyHalf-pressing the shutter button Reducing camera shakePreventing your subject from being out of focus Use the focus lockExtended functions Recording voice memos … ………………………………Shooting mode, press Select Smart Auto Using the Smart Auto modeShooting modes Using the Scene mode Take a photo with options preset for a specific sceneShooting modes Half-press Shutter to focus Press Shutter to take the photoSelect Shooting → Frame → an option Using the Magic Frame modeSelect Scene → Magic Frame Using the Beauty Shot mode Only, pressFacial imperfections, press Select Shooting → Face Tone → an optionUsing the Object Highlight mode Select an option to adjust Blur or ToneShooting mode, press Select Scene → Object Highlight Displayed on the screenUsing the Night mode Adjusting the exposure in the Night modeShooting mode, press Select Scene → Night Select an optionUsing the Program mode Recording a videoShooting mode, press Select Program Set options Press Select Movie → Frame Rate → a frame rateOption Description To pause recordingSelect Movie → Sound Alive → a sound option Adding a voice memo to a photo Recording voice memosRecording a voice memo Adjusting brightness and color ……………… Using face detection … ………………………Improving your photos … …………………… Changing the camera’s focus … ……………Selecting a resolution and quality Selecting a resolutionWhen recording a video Selecting image qualityLearn how to set the timer to delay shooting Using the timerPress Shutter to start the timer Using the flash Shooting in the darkPreventing red-eye Off Flash does not fireAdjusting the ISO speed Shooting in the darkRed-eye Fix Select Shooting → ISO → an optionUsing macro Using auto focusLearn how to adjust the cameras focus Changing the camera’s focusUsing tracking auto focus Changing the camera’s focusAdjusting the focus area Select Shooting → Focus Area → an optionSelect Shooting → Face Detection → Normal Using face detectionDetecting faces Using face detection When you hear a beep, press ShutterTaking a self-portrait shot Taking a smile shotUsing smart face recognition Detecting eye blinkingDetection RecognitionRegistering faces as your favorites My Star Press Shutter to register the faceViewing your favorite faces Adjusting brightness and color Adjusting the exposure manually EVCompensating for backlighting ACB Select Shooting or Movie → EVAdjusting brightness and color Changing the metering optionSelecting a light source White balance Select Shooting or Movie → Metering → an optionOption Aim the lens at a piece of white paperPress Shutter Defining your own white balanceUsing burst modes Select Shooting → Drive → an optionAvailable filters in Program mode Improving your photosApplying smart filter effects Select an effectAvailable filters in Movie mode Improving your photosSelect Shooting or Movie → Smart Filter → Custom RGB Select a color R Red, G Green, B BlueDefining your own RGB tone Contrast Sharpness Saturation Adjusting your photosSelect a value to adjust the selected item Editing a photo ……………………………… Viewing files on a TV … ………………………Starting Playback mode Display in Playback modePlaying back Press or to scroll through filesCanceling your favorite faces Playing backPlayback mode, press Ranking your favorite facesPress and hold to scroll through files quickly Playback mode, rotate Zoom left Press Select a categoryViewing files by category in Smart Album Then press Press Scroll through filesDelete files Then select YesSelect Multiple Delete Press Select YesSelect File Options → Delete → All → Yes Select Yes to copy filesViewing photos Starting a slide showEnlarging a photo Skip to to start a slide show with no effectsPlaying a video Set the slide show effectSelect Start → Play Use the following buttons to control playbackPlayback mode, select a photo that includes a voice Playing voice memosImage Press Editing a photo Resizing photosRotating a photo Select to save the photo as a start image. pEditing a photo Select Edit → Smart Filter Select an effectCorrecting exposure problems Adjust the amount of the selected color. less or + moreAdjusting ACB Auto Contrast Balance Defining your own RGB toneSelect a value to adjust the selected item. less or + more Adjusting brightness/contrast/saturationHiding facial imperfections As the number increases, the face becomes clearerReset to the default settings Creating a print order DpofPrint the selected photos Print all photosView photos or play videos using the buttons on your camera Viewing files on a TVRequirements Transferring files to your Windows computerRequirements for Intelli-studio Transferring files using Intelli-studio Transferring files to your Windows computerUsing Intelli-studio Icon Connect the camera to your computer as a removable diskDisconnecting the camera for Windows XP Screen Click the pop-up messageRemove the USB cable Computer recognizes the camera automaticallyTransferring files to your Mac computer Select Settings → USB Select Printer Printing photos with a PictBridge photo printerWith the USB cable Turn on your camera Press Or to select a photoSettings Camera settings menu Accessing the settings menuSelect an option and save your settings Shooting or Playback mode, pressDisplay Camera settings menuSound Settings Power SaveYes, No FormatSpecify how to name files Auto PowerFile No ImprintSelect Mode Select a USB mode when you AF LampPlaces. Off, On Camera to a computer or printer via USBCamera maintenance ……………………………………… AppendixesError messages Error message Suggested remediesCamera maintenance Cleaning your cameraCamera lens and display Camera bodyUsing or storing the camera Camera maintenanceSupported memory cards About memory cardsOther cautions Fine Normal 30 FPS 15 FPS Memory card capacitySize About the battery Battery specificationsBattery life Specification DescriptionLow battery message Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care Camera maintenance Before contacting a service center Situation Suggested remediesBefore contacting a service center Play videos You cannot use Intelli-studio onMacintosh computers ComputerCamera specifications Camera specifications Image size Interface Digital output USB Connector Audio outputFile format PictBridge Video AVI Mjpeg Audio WAV Pin USB/AV out Glossary Glossary Resolution MeteringMjpeg Motion Jpeg NoiseCorrect disposal of batteries in this product FCC notice Model No Samsung ST90Address Telephone No SamsungIndex Index Shooting mode Accessing Camera Display SoundMovie Program Scene Smart Auto For Windows
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