Samsung 380F User Manual

USER MANUALWB380FClick a topicThis user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly.Basic trouble

9Quick referenceCapturing photos of people• s Smart mode > Beauty Face f 46• s Smart mode > Best Face f 47• i Sele Alarm mode f 50• Red-e

Playback/Editing 99Editing a videoWhile playing back a video, you can trim the video or capture an image from the video.10 When the pop-up message ap

Playback/Editing 100Viewing les on a TVPlay back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV with the A/V cable.6 Turn on your TV, and then s

Playback/Editing 101Transferring les to your Windows OS computerConnect the camera to your computer as a removable disk.Your computer must be runnin

Transferring les to a computerPlayback/Editing 102Disconnecting the camera (for Windows 7)With Windows 8, the methods for disconnecting the camera a

Transferring les to a computerPlayback/Editing 1033 Turn on the camera.• The computer recognizes the camera automatically and displays a removable d

Playback/Editing 104Using programs on a computeri-Launcher allows you to play back les with Multimedia Viewer and provides links so that you can dow

Using programs on a computerPlayback/Editing 105Using i-Launcheri-Launcher allows you to play back les with Multimedia Viewer and provides a link to

Using programs on a computerPlayback/Editing 106Mac OS requirementsItem RequirementsOSMac OS 10.7 or higherRAMMinimum 256 MB RAM (512 MB or more reco

Using programs on a computerPlayback/Editing 107Using Multimedia ViewerMultimedia Viewer allows you to play back les. On the Samsung i-Launcher scre

Using programs on a computerPlayback/Editing 108Viewing videos16854372No. Description1File name2Adjust the volume.3Open the selected le.4Move to the

10ContentsExtended functions ... 38Using the Sm

Using programs on a computerPlayback/Editing 109Updating the rmwareOn the Samsung i-Launcher screen, click Software Update.Downloading the PC Auto B

Connecting to a WLAN and conguring network settings ………………………………… 111Connecting to a WLAN ………………………… 111Using the login browser ……………………… 112N

Wireless network 111Connecting 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 112Setting network options1 In the Wi-Fi Setting screen, move to an AP, and then

Connecting to a WLAN and conguring network settingsWireless network 113Network connection tips• Some Wi-Fi features are not available if you do not

Connecting to a WLAN and conguring network settingsWireless network 114Entering textLearn how to enter text. The icons in the table below let you mo

Wireless network 115Using the NFC Feature (Tag & Go)Place a smart phone’s NFC antenna near the camera’s NFC tag to launch the feature for saving

Wireless network 116Saving les to a smart phone automaticallyThe camera connects to a smart phone that supports the AutoShare feature via a WLAN. Wh

Wireless network 117Sending photos or videos to a smart phoneThe camera connects to a smart phone that supports the MobileLink feature via a WLAN. Yo

Sending photos or videos to a smart phoneWireless network 1186 On the camera, allow the smart phone to connect to your camera.• If the smart phone ha

11ContentsShooting options ... 62Selectin

Wireless network 1191 On the camera, rotate the mode dial to w.2 On the camera, select .• If the pop-up message that prompts you to download the app

Using a smart phone as a remote shutter releaseWireless network 1207 On the smart phone, touch and hold to focus.• The focus is automatically set t

Wireless network 121Using the Baby MonitorUse the Baby Monitor feature to connect the camera to a smart phone and monitor a location.• The Baby Monit

Using the Baby MonitorWireless network 122Adjusting the noise level for alarm activationYou can set the level of noise that will activate an alarm wh

Wireless network 123Using 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 1243 Select a backup PC.4 Select OK.• To cancel sending, select Cancel.• You cannot select

Wireless network 125Changing 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 126Setting an email password1 Rotate the mode dial to w.2 Select .3 Press [m].4 Select Setting Pa

Sending photos or videos via emailWireless network 127Sending photos or videos via emailYou can send photos or videos stored on the camera via email.

Wireless network 128Accessing a sharing service1 Rotate the mode dial to w.2 Select .3 Select a sharing service.• If the pop-up message that prompts

12 ContentsPlayback/Editing ... 86Viewin

Using photo or video sharing servicesWireless network 129• You can set an upload folder for Facebook by pressing [m], and then selecting Upload Folde

Wireless network 130Using Samsung Link to send lesYou can upload les from your camera to the Samsung Link online storage or view les on a Samsung

Using Samsung Link to send lesWireless network 131Viewing photos or videos on devices that support Samsung Link1 Rotate the mode dial to w.2 Select

Using Samsung Link to send lesWireless network 132• Depending on the number of photos or videos you want to share, it may take some time to load you

Settings menu …………………………………………………… 134Accessing the settings menu ……………………………… 134Sound ………………………………………………………… 135Display …………………………………………………

Settings 134Settings menuLearn to congure your camera’s settings.3 Select an item.Back SelectMediumOnSound 1OnSoundVolumeBeep SoundShutter SoundAF S

Settings menuSettings 135Sound* DefaultItem DescriptionVolumeSet the volume of all sounds. (O, Low, Medium*, High)Beep SoundSet the sound the camera

Settings menuSettings 136* DefaultItem DescriptionBrightnessAdjust the brightness of the screen. (Auto*, Dark, Normal, Bright)Normal is xed in Play

Settings menuSettings 137General* DefaultItem DescriptionNetwork InformationView the Mac address and network certication number of your camera.Langu

Settings menuSettings 138* DefaultItem DescriptionImprintSet whether or not to display the date and time on captured photos. (O*, Date, Date & T

13 ContentsUsing photo or video sharing services ... 128Accessing a sharing service ...

Settings menuSettings 139* DefaultItem DescriptionWi-Fi Privacy lockSet to require a PIN when connecting the camera and a smart phone.• PIN: Enter a

Error messages …………………………………………………… 141Camera maintenance …………………………………………… 142Cleaning your camera ……………………………………… 142Using or storing the cam

Appendixes 141Error messagesWhen the following error messages appear, try these remedies.Error message Suggested remediesFile system not supported.Yo

Appendixes 142Camera maintenanceCamera bodyWipe gently with a soft, dry cloth.• Never use benzene, thinners, or alcohol to clean the device. These so

Camera maintenanceAppendixes 143Using or storing the cameraInappropriate places to use or store the camera• Avoid exposing the camera to very cold or

Camera maintenanceAppendixes 144• Your camera contains delicate parts. Avoid impacts to the camera.• Protect the display from external force by keepi

Camera maintenanceAppendixes 145Memory card capacityThe memory capacity may dier depending on the scenes you shoot or shooting conditions. These cap

Camera maintenanceAppendixes 146Cautions when using memory cards• Avoid exposing memory cards to very cold or very hot temperatures (below 0 °C/32 °

Camera maintenanceAppendixes 147About the batteryUse only Samsung-approved batteries.Battery specicationsSpecication DescriptionModelSLB-10ATypeLit

Camera maintenanceAppendixes 148Low battery messageWhen the battery has fully discharged, the battery icon will turn red and the "Low Battery&q

Unpacking ……………………………………… 15Camera layout …………………………………… 16Using the DIRECT LINK button ………………… 18Inserting the battery and memory card ………

Camera maintenanceAppendixes 149• If you reconnect the power cable when the battery is fully charged, the status lamp turns on for approximately 30 m

Camera maintenanceAppendixes 150Personal injury or death can occur if the battery is handled carelessly or improperly. For your safety, follow these

Appendixes 151Before contacting a service centerIf you are having trouble with your camera, try these troubleshooting procedures before you contact a

Before contacting a service centerAppendixes 152Situation Suggested remediesThe ash res unexpectedlyThe ash may re due to static electricity. The

Before contacting a service centerAppendixes 153Situation Suggested remediesThe TV does not display your photos• Make sure that the camera is correct

Appendixes 154Image sensorType 1/2.3" (Approximately 7.77 mm) BSI CMOSEective pixels Approximately 16.3 mega-pixelsTotal pixels Approximately 1

Camera specicationsAppendixes 155FlashMode Auto, Red-eye, Fill in, Slow Sync, ORange• Wide: 11.81–161.42 in. (0.3–4.1 m) (ISO Auto)• Tele: 19.69–11

Camera specicationsAppendixes 156StorageMedia• Internal memory: Approximately 9.5 MB• External memory (Optional): microSD card (2 GB guaranteed), mi

Camera specicationsAppendixes 157Dimensions (W X H X D)4.47 X 2.56 X 0.98 in. (113.6 X 65.1 X 25 mm)WeightApprox. 7.62 oz (216 g)Operating Temperatu

Appendixes 158ACB (Auto Contrast Balance)This feature automatically improves the contrast of your images when the subject is backlit or when there is

Basic functions 15UnpackingThe following items are included in your product box.Camera AC adapter/USB cableRechargeable battery StrapQuick Start Guid

GlossaryAppendixes 159EV CompensationThis feature allows you to quickly adjust the exposure value measured by the camera, in limited increments, to i

GlossaryAppendixes 160Image sensorThe physical part of a digital camera that contains a photosite for each pixel in the image. Each photosite records

GlossaryAppendixes 161Optical zoomThis is a general zoom which can enlarge images with a lens and does not degrade the quality of images.QualityAn ex

Appendixes 162Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in countries with separate collection syste

Appendixes 163AAF-assist lightLocation 16Settings 138AF Sound 135Aperture Priority mode 43Aperture value 42Auto Backup 123Auto Contrast Balance

Appendixes 164Focus areaCenter AF 71Multi AF 71Formatting 138Function button 18GGuide Line 135HHalf-press shutter 36IIconsPlayback mode 87Shoo

Appendixes 165OOne touch shooting 73Open source license 139Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) 35Optional accessories 15PPanorama mode 48Playback

Appendixes 166TThumbnails 89Timer 82Time settings 21, 137Time zone settings 21, 137Touch screenDragging 28Flicking 28Touching 28Tracking AF 7

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Basic functions 16Camera layoutBefore you start, familiarize yourself with your camera’s parts and their functions.Tripod mountPower buttonInternal a

Camera layoutBasic functions 17NFCButtons(p. 18)Status lamp• Blinking: When the camera is saving a photo or video, being read by a computer, when the

Camera layoutBasic functions 18ButtonsButton Description Start recording a video.Access options or menus.Go back.Basic functions Other functionsDChan

1Warning—situations that could cause injury to yourself or othersDo not disassemble or attempt to repair your camera.You can damage the camera and

Basic functions 19Inserting the battery and memory cardLearn how to insert the battery and an optional memory card into the camera.Removing the batte

Basic functions 20Charging the battery and turning on your cameraTurning on your cameraPress [X] to turn your camera on or o.• The initial setup scr

Basic functions 21Performing the initial setupWhen you turn on your camera for the rst time, the initial setup screen appears. Follow the steps belo

Performing the initial setupBasic functions 228 Press [c] to select Date Type, and then press [t] or [o].9 Press [D/c] to select a date type, and the

Basic functions 23Learning 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 24Selecting modesUse the mode dial to select a shooting mode or function. Rotate the mode dial to a desired mode. You can also select

Selecting modesBasic functions 25Icon DescriptionwMobileLink: Send photos or videos to a smart phone. (p. 117)Remote Viewnder: Use a smart phone as

Basic functions 26Selecting options or menusPress [m] or [ /f] to select an option or a menu. You can also touch the screen to select an option or a

Selecting options or menusBasic functions 273 Press [D/c] to select White Balance, and then press [t] or [o].EVWhite BalanceISOFlashFocusExit Select4

Selecting options or menusBasic functions 28• When you touch or drag the screen, discolorations may occur. This is not a malfunction, but a character

2 Health and safety informationAvoid covering the camera or charger with blankets or clothes.The camera may overheat, which may distort the camera

Selecting options or menusBasic functions 29Using Smart PanelPress [ /f] or touch on the screen to select an option or a menu. Some options are not

Basic functions 30Setting the display typeYou can select a display type for the Shooting or Playback mode. Each type displays dierent shooting or pl

Setting the display and soundBasic functions 31Setting the option display viewYou can hide or show the option display appearing in some modes.Press [

Basic functions 321 Rotate the mode dial to T.2 Align your subject in the frame.3 Half-press [Shutter] to focus.• A green frame means the subject is

Capturing photosBasic functions 33ZoomingYou can capture close-up photos by adjusting the zoom.Zoom out Zoom inZoom ratioWhen you rotate the zoom but

Capturing photosBasic functions 34Intelli zoomIf the zoom indicator is in the Intelli range, your camera is using Intelli zoom. Photo resolution vari

Capturing photosBasic functions 35Reducing camera shake (OIS)Reduce camera shake optically in Shooting mode.S Before correctionS After correction1

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

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 contrast

Using the Smart Auto mode …………………… 39Using the Program mode ……………………… 41Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual mode ……………………

3 Health and safety informationCaution—situations that could cause damage to your camera or other equipmentRemove the batteries from your camera wh

Extended functions 391 Rotate the mode dial to T.2 Align your subject in the frame.• The camera automatically selects a scene. An appropriate scene i

Using the Smart Auto modeExtended functions 403 Half-press [Shutter] to focus.4 Press [Shutter] to capture the photo.• If the camera does not recogni

Extended functions 41Using the Program modeIn Program mode, you can set most options, except the shutter speed and aperture value, which the camera s

Extended functions 42Aperture valueThe aperture is a hole that lets light into the camera. The aperture housing contains thin, metal plates that open

Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual modeExtended functions 43Using the Aperture Priority modeThe Aperture Priority mode allows y

Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual modeExtended functions 44Using the Shutter Priority modeThe Shutter Priority mode allows you

Using the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, or Manual modeExtended functions 45Using the Manual modeThe Manual mode allows you to adjust both the

Extended functions 46Using the Smart modeIn Smart mode, you can capture a photo with options that are preset for a specic scene.Option DescriptionMa

Using the Smart modeExtended functions 476 Touch the best image from the 5 faces that were captured.• Repeat steps 5 and 6 to replace the rest of the

Using the Smart modeExtended functions 485 With [Shutter] pressed, slowly move the camera in the direction that will let it capture the rest of the p

4 Health and safety informationDo not drop or subject the camera to strong impacts.Doing so may damage the screen or external or internal component

Using the Smart modeExtended functions 49• For best results when capturing panoramic photos, avoid the following: -moving the camera too quickly or t

Extended functions 50Using the Sele Alarm modeIn the Sele Alarm mode, the camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a face in an ar

Extended functions 51Using the My Magic Frame modeIn My Magic Frame mode, you can make part of the photo transparent, and then capture a new photo wi

Using the Magic Plus modeExtended functions 526 Drag the corner of the box to adjust the size.7 Drag the selected frame to place it to a desired loca

Using the Magic Plus modeExtended functions 53Using the Motion Photo modeIn Motion Photo mode, you can capture and combine a series of photos, and th

Using the Magic Plus modeExtended functions 54Using the Photo Filter modeApply various lter eects to your photos to create unique images.Miniature

Using the Magic Plus modeExtended functions 554 Align your subject in the frame, and then half-press [Shutter] to focus.5 Press [Shutter] to capture

Using the Magic Plus modeExtended functions 56Using the Eect Artist modeIn Eect Artist mode, you can capture a photo with various lters or texture

Using the Magic Plus modeExtended functions 576 Touch or , and then draw an area to apply an eect. 7 Touch an editing icon to edit the selected a

Using the Magic Plus modeExtended functions 58Using the Color Brush modeIn Color Brush mode, you can capture a photo with lter eects, and then make

5Outline of the User ManualBasic functions 14Learn about what is in the product box, the camera’s layout, what the icons mean, and basic shooting

Using the Magic Plus modeExtended functions 59Editing a photo You can edit a photo in multiple ways. Rotate the mode dial to g, and then select . Re

Extended functions 601 Rotate the mode dial to p, G, s, i, g or T.• This feature may not be supported in some modes.2 Set desired options.• For a lis

Recording a videoExtended functions 61Recording a video with the Smart Scene Detection functionIn Smart Auto mode, your camera automatically chooses

Selecting a resolution and quality …………… 63Selecting a resolution ………………………… 63Selecting a photo quality ……………………… 64Shooting in the dark …

Shooting options 63Selecting a resolution and qualityLearn how to change the image resolution and quality settings.Setting the video resolution1 In S

Selecting a resolution and qualityShooting options 64Selecting a photo qualitySet a photo quality setting. Higher image quality settings will result

Shooting options 65Shooting in the darkLearn how to capture photos at night or in low light conditions.Using the ashPress the ash pop-up button to

Shooting in the darkShooting options 66Setting a ash optionUse the ash when you capture photos in the dark or when you need more light in your phot

Shooting in the darkShooting options 67Icon DescriptionSlow Sync:• The ash res and the shutter stays open longer.• This option is recommended when

Shooting in the darkShooting options 68Adjusting the ISO sensitivityThe ISO sensitivity is the measure of a lm’s sensitivity to light as dened by t

6Indicators used in this manualMode IndicatorSmart AutoTProgrampAperture Priority, Shutter Priority, ManualGSmart ModesSele AlarmiMagic PlusgSetti

Shooting options 69Using macroUse macro to capture close-up photos of subjects, such as owers or insects. Refer to "Using auto focus".• T

Changing the camera’s focusShooting options 70Adjusting the focus manually1 In Shooting mode, press [c].2 Select Manual Focus.3 Press [F/t] to adjust

Changing the camera’s focusShooting options 71Adjusting the focus areaYou can get clearer photos by selecting an appropriate focus area according to

Changing the camera’s focusShooting options 724 Press [Shutter] to capture the photo.• If you do not select a focus area, the focus frame will appear

Changing the camera’s focusShooting options 73Using One Touch ShotYou can capture a photo with the touch of your nger. As you touch a subject, the c

Shooting options 74Detecting 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 75Capturing a smile shotThe camera automatically releases the shutter when it detects a smiling face.1 In Shooti

Shooting options 76Adjusting brightness and colorLearn how to adjust the brightness and color for better image quality.3 Press [F/t] to adjust the ex

Adjusting brightness and colorShooting options 77Compensating for backlighting (ACB)When the light source is behind your subject or there is high con

Adjusting brightness and colorShooting options 78Selecting a White Balance settingThe color of your photo depends on the type and quality of the ligh

7Pressing the shutter• Half-press [Shutter]: Press the shutter halfway down• Press [Shutter]: Press the shutter all the way downHalf-press [Shutter

Adjusting brightness and colorShooting options 79Customizing preset White Balance optionsYou can customize preset White Balance options except Auto W

Adjusting brightness and colorShooting options 80Dening your own White BalanceYou can customize the White Balance by capturing a photo of a white su

Shooting options 81Using burst modesIt can be dicult to capture photos of fast-moving subjects or capture natural facial expressions and gestures of

Using burst modesShooting options 82Using the timer1 In Shooting mode, press [t].2 Select an option.Icon Option 2 sec: Capture a photo after a 2-seco

Shooting options 83Adjusting imagesAdjust the sharpness, contrast, or saturation of your photos. pAhM4 Press [F/t] to adjust each value.• You can al

Shooting options 84Setting the sound of the zoomWhen you use the zoom while recording videos, the camera can record the sound of the zoom. Use the So

Shooting options 85Capturing still images while recording a videoYou can capture still images while recording a video without switching to the photo

Viewing photos or videos in Playback mode … 87Starting Playback mode ……………………… 87Viewing photos ………………………………… 92Playing a video …………………………………

Playback/Editing 87Starting Playback modeView photos or play videos stored in your camera.1 Press [P].• The most recent le will be displayed.• If th

Viewing photos or videos in Playback modePlayback/Editing 88Video le information5File Information5Icon DescriptionCurrent le/Total lesFolder name-

8Basic troubleshootingLearn to solve common problems by setting shooting options.The subject’s eyes appear red.Red eye occurs when the subject’s ey

Viewing photos or videos in Playback modePlayback/Editing 89Viewing les as thumbnailsScan thumbnails of les.In Playback mode, rotate [Zoom] to the

Viewing photos or videos in Playback modePlayback/Editing 903 Select a list to open it.4 Select a le to view it.5 Rotate [Zoom] to the left to retur

Viewing photos or videos in Playback modePlayback/Editing 91Deleting multiple lesYou can select multiple les, and then delete them at once.1 In Pla

Viewing photos or videos in Playback modePlayback/Editing 92Viewing photosEnlarge part of a photo or view photos as a slide show.Enlarging a photoIn

Viewing photos or videos in Playback modePlayback/Editing 93Viewing panoramic photosView photos captured in Panorama mode.1 In Playback mode, scroll

Viewing photos or videos in Playback modePlayback/Editing 945 Select Start Slide Show.6 View the slide show.• Press [o] to pause the slide show.• Pre

Playback/Editing 95Resizing photosChange the size of a photo and save it as a new le.1 Rotate the mode dial to g, and then select .• You can also p

Editing a photoPlayback/Editing 96Cropping a photo1 Rotate the mode dial to g, and then select .• You can also press [m], and then select Edit Image

Editing a photoPlayback/Editing 97Option DescriptionVignettingApply the retro-looking colors, high contrast, and strong vignette eect of Lomo camera

Editing a photoPlayback/Editing 984 Press [F/t] to adjust the option.• You can also drag the slider or touch +/- to adjust the option.5 Touch → .6