Samsung 180F User Manual

USER MANUALDV180FClick a topicThis user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly.Basic trouble

9Contents Extended functions ... 38Using Basic

Using programs on a computerPlayback/Editing 99Using Multimedia ViewerMultimedia Viewer allows you to play back les. From the Samsung i-Launcher scr

Using programs on a computerPlayback/Editing 100Viewing videos68543127No. Description1File name2Adjust the volume.3Open the selected le.4Move to the

Using programs on a computerPlayback/Editing 101Updating the rmwareFrom the Samsung i-Launcher screen, click Software Update.Downloading the front L

Connecting to a WLAN and conguring network settings ………………………………… 103Connecting to a WLAN ………………………… 103Using the login browser ……………………… 105N

Wireless network 103Connecting to a WLAN and conguring network settingsLearn to connect via an access point (AP) when you are in a range of a WLAN.

Connecting to a WLAN and conguring network settingsWireless network 104Icon DescriptionAd hoc APSecured APWPS APSignal strengthPress [t] to open net

Connecting to a WLAN and conguring network settingsWireless network 105Manually setting the IP address1 In the Wi-Fi Setting screen, move to an AP,

Connecting to a WLAN and conguring network settingsWireless network 106Network connection tipsYou must insert a memory card to use the Wi-Fi featu

Connecting to a WLAN and conguring network settingsWireless network 107Entering textLearn how to enter text. The icons in the table below let you mo

Wireless network 108Saving les to a smart phone automaticallyThe camera connects to a smart phone that supports the AutoShare feature via a WLAN. Wh

10Contents Shooting options ... 57Selecti

Wireless network 109Sending photos or videos to a smart phoneThe camera connects to a smart phone that supports the MobileLink feature via a WLAN. Yo

Wireless network 1101 On the camera’s Home screen, scroll to <Wi-Fi>.2 On the camera, select .If the pop-up message that prompts you to down

Using a smart phone as a remote shutter releaseWireless network 1117 On the smart phone, touch and hold to focus.The focus is automatically set t

Wireless network 112Using Auto Backup to send photos or videosYou can send photos or videos that you captured with the camera to a PC wirelessly.Send

Using Auto Backup to send photos or videosWireless network 113When the transfer is completed, the camera will turn o automatically in approximatel

Wireless network 114Changing email settingsIn the email menu, you can change settings for storing your information. You can also set or change the em

Sending photos or videos via emailWireless network 115If you lost your password, you can reset it by selecting Reset on the password setting screen.

Sending photos or videos via emailWireless network 1166 Scroll to les to send, and then press [o].You can select up to 20 les. The total size mus

Wireless network 117Accessing a website1 On the Home screen, scroll to <Wi-Fi>.2 Select .3 Select a website.If the pop-up message that promp

Using photo or video sharing websitesWireless network 118You can set an upload folder for Facebook by pressing [m], and then selecting Upload Folde

11 Contents Playback/Editing ... 78Viewi

Wireless network 119Uploading photos to online storage1 On the Home screen, scroll to <Wi-Fi>.2 Select .3 Select Web storage.To change the s

Using Samsung Link to send lesWireless network 120Viewing photos or videos on devices that support Samsung Link1 On the Home screen, scroll to <W

Using Samsung Link to send lesWireless network 121You can share up to 1,000 recent les.On a Samsung Link device, you can view only photos or vi

Settings menu ……………………………………… 123Accessing the settings menu …………………… 123Sound ……………………………………………… 124Display …………………………………………… 124Connectivit

Settings 1234 Select an item.BackSelectMediumOnSound 1OOnVolumeBeep SoundShutter SoundStart SoundAF SoundSound5 Select an option.BackSelectOLowMedi

Settings menuSettings 124Display* DefaultItem DescriptionStart ImageSet a start image to display when the camera turns on.O*: Display no start ima

Settings menuSettings 125Connectivity* DefaultItem DescriptionVideo OutSet the video signal output for your region.NTSC: USA, Canada, Japan, Korea,

Settings menuSettings 126* DefaultItem DescriptionFile No.Specify how to name les.Reset: Set the le number to start from 0001 when you insert a n

Settings menuSettings 127* DefaultItem DescriptionDIRECT LINK (Wi-Fi Button)Start a preset Wi-Fi function by pressing [x]. (AutoShare*, MobileLink, R

Error messages ……………………………………… 129Camera maintenance ……………………………… 130Cleaning your camera …………………………… 130Using or storing the camera ………………………

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Appendixes 129Error message Suggested remediesCard ErrorTurn o your camera, and then turn it on again.Remove your memory card, and then insert i

Appendixes 130Cleaning your cameraCamera lens and displayUse a blower brush to remove dust and wipe the lens gently with a soft cloth. If any dust re

Camera maintenanceAppendixes 131Using or storing the cameraInappropriate places to use or store the cameraAvoid exposing the camera to very cold or

Camera maintenanceAppendixes 132Protect the display from external force by keeping it in the case when not in use. Protect the camera from scratche

Camera maintenanceAppendixes 133Memory card capacityThe memory capacity may dier depending on the scenes you shoot or shooting conditions. These cap

Camera maintenanceAppendixes 134Cautions when using memory cardsAvoid exposing memory cards to very cold or very hot temperatures (below 0 °C/32 °

Camera maintenanceAppendixes 135About the batteryUse only Samsung-approved batteries.Battery specicationsSpecication DescriptionModelBP70ATypeLithi

Camera maintenanceAppendixes 136Low battery messageWhen the battery has fully discharged, the battery icon will turn red and the “Low Battery” messag

Camera maintenanceAppendixes 137If you reconnect the power cable when the battery is fully charged, the status lamp turns on for approximately 30 m

Camera maintenanceAppendixes 138Personal injury or death can occur if the battery is handled carelessly or improperly. For your safety, follow these

Unpacking ……………………………………… 14Camera layout …………………………………… 15Using the DIRECT LINK button ………………… 17Inserting the battery and memory card ………

Appendixes 139Situation Suggested remediesCannot turn on the cameraEnsure that the battery is inserted.Ensure that the battery is inserted correc

Before contacting a service centerAppendixes 140Situation Suggested remediesThe ash res unexpectedlyThe ash may re due to static electricity. The

Before contacting a service centerAppendixes 141Situation Suggested remediesThe TV does not display your photosMake sure that the camera is correct

Appendixes 142Image sensorType 1/2.33" (Approximately 7.73 mm) CCDEective pixels Approximately 16.2 mega-pixelsTotal pixels Approximately 16.6

Camera specicationsAppendixes 143FlashMode O, Smart Auto, Auto, Red-eye, Fill in, Slow SyncRangeWide: 12–165 in. (0.3–4.2 m) (ISO Auto)Tele: 20

Camera specicationsAppendixes 144PlaybackPhotosType: Single image, Thumbnails, Multi Slide Show with Music and Eect, Movie clipEdit: Resize, Ro

Camera specicationsAppendixes 145InterfaceDigital output connectorUSB 2.0Audio input/outputInternal speaker (Mono), Microphone (Mono)Video output A/

Appendixes 146GlossaryCompositionComposition in photography means arranging objects in a photo. Usually, abiding by the rule of thirds leads to a goo

GlossaryAppendixes 147ExposureThe amount of light allowed to reach the camera’s sensor. Exposure is controlled by a combination of the shutter speed,

GlossaryAppendixes 148MJPEG (Motion JPEG)A video format which is compressed as a JPEG image.NoiseMisinterpreted pixels in a digital image that may ap

Basic functions 14UnpackingThe following items are included in your product box.Camera AC adapter/USB cableRechargeable battery StrapQuick Start Guid

GlossaryAppendixes 149Shutter speedShutter speed refers to the amount of time it takes to open and close the shutter, and it is an important factor i

Appendixes 150Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in countries with separate collection syste

Appendixes 151IndexAAF-assist lightLocation 15Settings 127AF Sound 124Auto Backup 112Auto Contrast Balance (ACB)Playback mode 91Shooting mode 7

Appendixes 152IndexFFace Detection 67FlashAuto 61Fill in 62O 61Red-eye 62Slow Sync 62Focus areaCenter AF 65Multi AF 65Tracking AF 65Formatt

Appendixes 153Start Image 124Status lamp 16TThumbnails 80TimerShooting mode 60Timer lamp 15Time settings 20, 126Time zone settings 20, 126Trac

Appendixes 154UUnpacking 14USB port 15VVideoPlayback mode 86Shooting mode 42Video out 125Viewing lesAnimated photos 85Category 81Panoramic ph

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Basic functions 15Camera layoutBefore you start, familiarize yourself with your camera’s parts and their functions.Battery chamber coverInsert a memo

Camera layoutBasic functions 16Button Description Basic functions Other functionsDChange the display option. Move upcChange the macro option. Move do

Camera layoutBasic functions 17Using the DIRECT LINK buttonYou can turn on the Wi-Fi feature conveniently with [x]. Press [x] to activate the Wi-Fi f

Basic functions 18Inserting the battery and memory cardLearn how to insert the battery and an optional memory card into the camera.Removing the batte

1Health and safety informationAlways comply with the following precautions and usage tips to avoid dangerous situations and ensure peak performance

Basic functions 19Charging the battery and turning on your cameraTurning on your cameraPress [X] to turn your camera on or o.The initial setup scr

Basic functions 201 Press [c] to select Time Zone, and then press [t] or [o].2 Press [D/c] to select Home, and then press [o].When you travel to an

Performing the initial setupBasic functions 217 Press [c] to select Date Type, and then press [t] or [o].8 Press [D/c] to select a date type, and the

Basic functions 22Learning iconsThe icons the camera displays on the screen change according to the mode you select or the options you set. If you ch

Basic functions 23Accessing the Home screenIn Shooting or Playback mode, press [h]. Press [h] again to return to the previous mode.12Smart AutoSceneP

Using the Home screenBasic functions 24Icons on the Home screen<Basic>Icon DescriptionSmart Auto: Capture a photo with a scene mode selected au

Using the Home screenBasic functions 25<Scene>Icon DescriptionBeauty Face: Capture a portrait using options to make the skin tone softer and br

Using the Home screenBasic functions 26Setting WallpaperSet wallpaper for the Home screen with the desired image.1 On the Home screen, scroll to <

Basic functions 27Selecting options or menusTo select an option or a menu, press [m], and then press [D/c/F/t] or [o].Going back to the previous menu

Selecting options or menusBasic functions 28 For example, to select a White Balance option in Program mode:1 On the Home screen, scroll to <Basic

2Avoid covering the camera or charger with blankets or clothes.The camera may overheat, which may distort the camera or cause a re.Do not handle t

Basic functions 29Setting the display and soundLearn how to change the basic display information and sound settings.Setting the option display viewYo

Setting the display and soundBasic functions 30Setting the soundTurn on or o the sound your camera emits when you perform functions.1 On the Home sc

Basic functions 311 On the Home screen, scroll to <Basic>.2 Select .3 Align your subject in the frame.4 Half-press [Shutter] to focus.A gree

Capturing photosBasic functions 32Turning on the front displayThe front display helps you capture photos while viewing yourself.In Shooting mode, pre

Capturing photosBasic functions 33Digital zoomThe Digital zoom is supported by default in Shooting mode. If you zoom in on a subject in Shooting mode

Capturing photosBasic functions 34Setting Intelli zoom1 In Shooting mode, press [m].2 Select Intelli Zoom.3 Select an option.Icon DescriptionO: The

Capturing photosBasic functions 35DIS may not function properly when:-you move your camera to follow a moving subject-you use the Digital zoom-t

Basic functions 36 Holding your camera correctlyEnsure nothing is blocking the lens, ash, or microphone. Half-pressing the shutter butto

Basic functions 37 Preventing your subject from being out of focusIt may be dicult to get your subject in focus when:-there is little contras

Using Basic modes ……………………………… 39Using the Smart Auto mode …………………… 39Using the Program mode ……………………… 40Using the Smart Movie mode …………………

3Caution—situations that could cause damage to your camera or other equipmentRemove the batteries from your camera when storing it for an extended

Extended functions 39Using Basic modesCapture photos or record videos using basic modes. You can also use the Scene mode and the Live Panorama mode.I

Using Basic modesExtended functions 40Using the Program modeIn Program mode, you can set most options, except the shutter speed and aperture value, w

Using Basic modesExtended functions 41Icon DescriptionLandscapesSunsetsBlue skiesForested areas4 Press [Shutter] to start recording.5 Press [Shutter]

Using Basic modesExtended functions 42Pause recordingThe camera allows you to temporarily pause a video while recording. With this function, you can

Using Basic modesExtended functions 43Option DescriptionLandscapeCapture still-life scenes and landscapes.SunsetCapture scenes at sunset, with natura

Using Basic modesExtended functions 44Using the Live Panorama modeIn Live Panorama mode, you can capture a wide panoramic scene in a single photo. Ca

Using Basic modesExtended functions 45For best results when capturing panoramic photos, avoid the following:-moving the camera too quickly or too

Extended functions 46Using the Beauty Face modeIn Beauty Face mode, you can use options to make the skin tone softer and brighter before capturing a

Using Scene modesExtended functions 47Capturing an Easy Self ShotIf you press [F. LC D ] when the power is o, the front display turns on in Easy Sel

Using Scene modesExtended functions 48Using the Children modeThe Children mode attracts children by showing a short animation on the front display.1

4Health and safety informationKeep cards with magnetic strips away from the camera case.Information stored on the card may be damaged or erased.Nev

Using Scene modesExtended functions 494 Jump when the jump icon appears on the front display.The camera will capture multiple shots.If you are ca

Using Scene modesExtended functions 50Using the Night Shot modeIn Night Shot mode, you can use a slow shutter speed to extend the time the shutter st

Extended functions 51Using Magic modesCapture a photo or record a video with various eects.4 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [S

Using Magic modesExtended functions 52To apply beautifying eects to saved photos, press [m], and then select Open Image → a desired image.If the

Using Magic modesExtended functions 53Using the Photo Filter modeApply various lter eects to your photos to create unique images.Miniature Vignetti

Using Magic modesExtended functions 544 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus.5 Press [Shutter] to capture a photo.

Using Magic modesExtended functions 55Using the Split Shot modeIn Split Shot mode, you can capture several photos and arrange them with preset layout

Using Magic modesExtended functions 56Using the Motion Photo modeIn Motion Photo mode, you can capture and combine a series of photos, and then selec

Selecting a resolution and quality …………… 58Selecting a resolution ………………………… 58Selecting an image quality …………………… 59Using the timer ………………

Shooting options 58Selecting a resolutionAs you increase the resolution, your photo or video will include more pixels, so it can be printed on larger

5Copyright informationMicrosoft Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation.Mac and Apple App Store are

Selecting a resolution and qualityShooting options 59Selecting an image qualitySet a photo quality setting. Higher image quality settings will result

Shooting options 601 In Shooting mode, press [t].O10 Sec2 SecDoubleTimerExitSelect2 Select an option.Icon DescriptionO: The timer is not active.10

Shooting options 61Preventing red-eyeWhen the ash res when you capture a photo of a person in the dark, a red glow may appear in the person’s eyes.

Shooting in the darkShooting options 62Icon DescriptionRed-eye:The ash will re twice when the subject or background is dark to reduce the red-eye

Shooting in the darkShooting options 63Adjusting the ISO sensitivityThe ISO sensitivity is the measure of a lm’s sensitivity to light as dened by t

Shooting options 64Changing the camera’s focusLearn how to adjust the camera’s focus to suit the subject and the shooting conditions.Changing the foc

Changing the camera’s focusShooting options 65Adjusting the focus areaYou can get clearer photos by selecting an appropriate focus area according to

Changing the camera’s focusShooting options 66If you do not select a focus area, the focus frame will appear in the center of the screen.Tracking

Shooting options 67Detecting facesYour camera automatically detects up to 10 human faces in one scene.1 In Shooting mode, press [m].2 Select Face Det

Using Face DetectionShooting options 68Detecting eye blinkingIf your camera detects closed eyes, it will automatically capture 2 photos in succession

6Icons used in this manualIcon FunctionAdditional informationSafety warnings and precautions[]Camera buttons. For example, [Shutter] represents the

Shooting options 693 Press [F/t] to adjust the exposure.The photo will be brighter as the exposure value increases.Cancel SetEV : 04 Press [o] to s

Adjusting brightness and colorShooting options 70Changing the metering optionThe metering mode refers to the way in which a camera measures the quant

Adjusting brightness and colorShooting options 711 In Shooting mode, press [m].2 Select White Balance.3 Select an option.Icon DescriptionAuto WB: Aut

Adjusting brightness and colorShooting options 72Dening your own White BalanceYou can customize the White Balance by capturing a photo of a white su

Shooting options 731 In Shooting mode, press [m].2 Select Drive.3 Select an option.Icon Description Single: Capture a single photo.Continuous:While

Shooting options 741 In Shooting mode, press [m].2 Select Image Adjust.3 Select an option.SharpnessContrastSaturationImage AdjustSharpnessContr

Shooting options 751 In Video Shooting mode, press [m].2 Select Voice.3 Select an option.Icon DescriptionSound Alive On: Turn on the Sound Alive func

Shooting options 76Available shooting options by shooting modeFor details about shooting options, refer to “Shooting options”. (p. 57)Smart Auto Prog

Available shooting options by shooting modeShooting options 77Beauty Face Night Shot Close-up Shot Magic Frame Beauty Palette Photo Filter Movie Filt

Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode … 79Starting Playback mode ……………………… 79Viewing photos ………………………………… 83Playing a video …………………………………

7Basic troubleshootingLearn to solve common problems by setting shooting options.The subject’s eyes appear red.Red eye occurs when the subject’s ey

Playback/Editing 79Viewing photos or videos in Playback modeLearn how to play back photos or videos and how to manage les.Photo le informationFile

Viewing photos or videos in Playback modePlayback/Editing 80Video le informationPlayCaptureFile InformationAlbumIcon DescriptionCurrent le/Total l

Viewing photos or videos in Playback modePlayback/Editing 81Viewing les by categoryView les by category, such as date or le type.1 In Playback mod

Viewing photos or videos in Playback modePlayback/Editing 82Protecting a leProtect a le from accidental deletion.1 In Playback mode, select a le t

Viewing photos or videos in Playback modePlayback/Editing 83Deleting all lesYou can select all les, and then delete them at once.1 In Playback mode

Viewing photos or videos in Playback modePlayback/Editing 84To DescriptionMove the enlarged areaPress [D/c/F/t].Trim the enlarged photoPress [o], and

Viewing photos or videos in Playback modePlayback/Editing 85Viewing animated photosView animated GIF les repeatedly that were captured in Motion Pho

Viewing photos or videos in Playback modePlayback/Editing 864 Press [m].5 Select Start Slide Show.6 View the slide show.Press [o] to pause the slid

Viewing photos or videos in Playback modePlayback/Editing 87To DescriptionScan backwardPress [F]. Each time you press [F], you change the scan speed

Viewing photos or videos in Playback modePlayback/Editing 88Capturing an image from video1 While viewing a video, press [o] at the point where you wa

8Quick referenceAdjusting the exposure (brightness)ISO sensitivity (to adjust the sensitivity to light) f 63EV (to adjust exposure) f 69ACB (

Playback/Editing 89Editing a photoLearn how to edit photos.The camera will save edited photos as new les.Edited photos may be converted to a low

Editing a photoPlayback/Editing 90Applying Smart Filter eectsApply special eects to your photos.1 On the Home screen, scroll to <Album>.2 Sel

Editing a photoPlayback/Editing 91Adjusting your photosLearn how to adjust the brightness, contrast, or saturation. If the center of a photo is dark,

Editing a photoPlayback/Editing 92Retouching faces1 On the Home screen, scroll to <Album>.2 Select .3 Rotate [Zoom] to the left, and then sele

Playback/Editing 931 On the Home screen, scroll to <Basic>.2 Select .3 Select Connectivity → Video Out.4 Select the video signal output for yo

Playback/Editing 94Transferring les to your Windows OS computerConnect the camera to your computer as a removable disk.Your computer must be running

Transferring les to the computerPlayback/Editing 95Transferring les to your Mac OS computerWhen you connect the camera to your Mac OS computer, the

Playback/Editing 96Using programs on a computeri-Launcher allows you to playback les with Multimedia Viewer and provides links so that you can downl

Using programs on a computerPlayback/Editing 97Available programs when using i-LauncherOption DescriptionMultimedia ViewerYou can view les with Mult

Using programs on a computerPlayback/Editing 98Windows OS RequirementsItem RequirementsCPUIntel® Core™ 2 Duo 1.66 GHz or higher/ AMD Athlon X2 Dual-C