Samsung EC-S1030BDA/SP, EC-S1030SBA/FR, STW-S1030S Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures

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Starting the recording mode

How to use the VOICE RECORDING mode ( )

1. In any mode with the exception of Movie clip mode, select the VOICE RECORDING mode by pressing the Voice recording button twice.

2. Press the shutter button to record a voice.

- Press the shutter button once and voice is recorded for as long as the available recording time

(Max : 1 hour) allows. The recording time will be displayed on the LCD monitor. Voice will still be recorded if the shutter button is released.

- If you wish to stop recording, press the shutter

button again.

REC:Shutter EXIT:

 

- File type : *.wav

[ VOICE RECORDING mode ]

* A distance of 40cm between you and the

 

camera (microphone) is the best distance to

 

record sound.

 

Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures

Pressing the shutter button down half way.

Lightly press the shutter button to confirm focus and flash battery charge. Press the shutter button all way down to take the picture.

[ Lightly press the shutter button ]

[ Press the shutter button ]

The available recording time may vary depending on shooting conditions and camera settings.

When the Flash Off or Slow synchro mode is selected in a low lighting condition,

the camera shake warning indicator ( ) may appear on the LCD monitor. In this case, use a tripod, support the camera on a solid surface or change to flash

shot mode.

Shooting against the light :

Please do not take pictures to the sunlight direction. Taking a picture against the sun may make the picture dark. To take a picture against the sun, please use the [Backlight] in the scene shooting mode (see page 16), fill-in flash (see page 23), spot metering (see page 34), or exposure compensation (see page 31).

Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image.

Compose the image by using the LCD monitor.

Under certain conditions the auto focus system may not perform as expected.

-When photographing a subject that has little contrast.

-If the subject is highly reflective or shiny.

-If the subject is moving at high speed.

-When there is strong reflected light, or when the background is very bright.

-When the subject matter has only horizontal lines or the subject is very narrow (such as a stick or flagpole).

-When the surroundings are dark.

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Contents User’s Manual Instructions Getting to know your camera Take a picture Insert the USB cable《2》 Contents System chart Identification of features 《6》 《7》 Connecting to a Power Source Inserting the memory card InformationInstructions on how to use the memory card 30FPS 15FPS VGAWhen Using the Camera for the First Time TypeLCD monitor indicator ISORGB Starting the recording mode 《15》 《16》 Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures Zoom W / T button 《19》 Macro / Down button Voice recording / Voice memo / UP buttonFocus lock Flash / Left button Wide Tele AutoSelf-timer / Right button Menu / OK button Effect button Special Effect ColourSpecial Effect Preset focus frames Special Effect Composite shooting Special Effect Photo Frame Photo frame will not be addedMovie Clip frame stabiliser + / buttonDaylight CloudyTungsten 《31》 How to use the menu Size Quality / Frame rateMetering Continuous shotSharpness OSD On Screen Display informationStarting play mode 《37》 《38》 Thumbnail / Enlargement button Voice memo / Up button Play & Pause / Down button Delete button Printer buttonLeft / Right / Menu / OK button Images RotateDpof Auto SETPrint ResetStarting the slide show Dpof PrintProtecting images Deleting images ResizeRotating an image DpofDpof Standard Dpof IndexDpof Print size Copy To CardOn Screen Display information PictBridgePictBridge Print Setting PictBridge Picture SelectionPictBridge Printing Setup menu PictBridge ResetPictBridge Dpof Printing USB LCDPAL Auto power off Formatting a memory Sound Selecting Video out type NtscSetting up the Mycam menu Start up imageLogo Start up sound Important notesShutter sound 《62》 Before contacting a service centre 《64》 Specifications 《66》 Software Notes System RequirementsAbout the software Setting up the application software 《69》 Starting PC mode 《71》 Setting up the USB Driver for MAC Using the USB Driver for MACRemoving the removable disk Digimax Master Removing the USB Driver for Windows 98SE《74》 《75》 DigimaxFAQ Master FAQ《77》 Correct Disposal of This Product FCC notice Samsung Techwin《80》 6806-3967
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The Samsung EC-S1030 series, which includes models EC-S1030SDC/DE, EC-S1030BDC/DE, EC-S1030SBA/E1, EC-S1030SBB/E2, and EC-S1030SBA/IT, represents a robust entry into the compact digital camera market. Designed for users who prioritize ease of use without compromising on quality, these models embody Samsung's commitment to innovation and user-friendly technology.

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