This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly. Common questionsQuick referenceContentsBas
9ContentsTaking photos with the front display ... 35Using the Self-portrait mode ...
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10 ContentsAdjusting brightness and color ... 49Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) ...
Unpacking ………………………………………………… 12Camera layout …………………………………………… 13Inserting the battery and memory card ……………… 15Charging the battery and tur
Basic functions 12UnpackingCheck your product box for the following items.Camera AC adapter/USB cable(AD44-00143A)/(AD39-00165A)Rechargeable battery(
Basic functions 13Camera layoutBefore you start, familiarize yourself with your camera's parts and their functions.AF-assist light/timer lampFla
Basic functions 14Camera layoutMode dialIcon Mode DescriptionSSmart AutoTake a photo by letting the camera select a scene mode as it detectsaAutoTake
Basic functions 15Inserting the battery and memory cardLearn to insert the battery and an optional memory card into the camera. Removing the battery
Basic functions 16Charging the battery and turning your camera onTurning on your cameraPress [POWER] to turn your camera on or off.The initial setup
Basic functions 17Performing the initial setupThe initial setup screen appears to allow you to configure the camera's basic settings.Press [5 F]
Basic functions 18C. Icons on the leftIcon DescriptionAperture and shutter speedLong time shutterExposure valueWhite balanceFace toneFace retouchISO
1Health and safety informationAlways comply with the following precautions and usage tips to avoid dangerous situations and ensure peak performance
Basic functions 19Selecting optionsYou can select options by pressing [m] and using the navigation buttons ([D], [M], [F], [t]).You can also access s
Basic functions 20Selecting optionsPress [4 D] or [M] to scroll to White Balance and then press [t] or [o].Photo SizeQualityEVISOWhite BalanceFace De
Basic functions 21Setting the display and soundLearn how to change the basic settings for the display and sound according to your preferences.Setting
Basic functions 22Taking photosLearn basic actions to take photos easily and quickly in the Auto mode.Rotate the mode dial to 1 a.Align your subject
Basic functions 23Taking photosZoomingYou can shoot close-up photos by adjusting the zoom. Your camera has a 3X optical zoom and 3X digital zoom. By
Basic functions 24Taking photos Digital zoom If the zoom indicator is in the digital range, your camera is using the digital zoom. The picture qual
Basic functions 25Tips for getting a clearer photo Holding your camera correctly Make sure nothing is blocking the lens. Half-pressing
Basic functions 26 Preventing your subject from being out of focus It may be difficult to get your subject in focus when: there is little cont
Shooting modes …………………………………………… 28Using the Smart Auto mode ……………………………… 28Using the Scene mode ……………………………………… 29Using the frame guide ……………
Extended functions 28Shooting modesTake photos or record videos by selecting the best shooting mode for the conditions.Icon DescriptionAppears when t
2Health and safety informationProtect batteries, chargers, and memory cards from damageAvoid exposing batteries or memory cards to very cold or ver
Extended functions 29Shooting modesUsing the Scene modeTake a photo with options preset for a specific scene.Rotate the mode dial to 1 s.Select a scen
Extended functions 30Shooting modesUsing the Night modeUse the Night mode to take a photo with options for shooting at night. Use a tripod to prevent
Extended functions 31Shooting modesUsing the Beauty Shot modeTake a photo of a person with options to hide facial imperfections.Rotate the mode dial
Extended functions 32Shooting modesUsing the DIS modeReduce camera shake and prevent blurred photos with Digital Image Stabilization functions. Befor
Extended functions 33Shooting modesRecording a videoRecord videos of up to 2 hours in length. The recorded video is saved as an MJPEG file. Some memo
Extended functions 34Shooting modes To pause recording The camera allows you to pause temporarily while recording a video. With this function, you
Extended functions 35Taking photos with the front displayThe front display will help take self-portraits or photos of children. You can also use the
Extended functions 36Taking photos with the front displayUsing the Children mode In this mode, you can draw children’s attention to the camera by sho
Extended functions 37Taking photos with the front displayRecording a video with the front display Recording a video in the Self-portrait mode Rotat
Extended functions 38Recording voice memosLearn how to record a voice memo that you can play back at any time. You can add a voice memo to a photo as
3Exercise caution when using the camera in humid environmentsWhen transferring the camera from a cold environment to a warm and humid one, condensa
Selecting a resolution and quality ………… 40Selecting a resolution ………………………… 40Selecting image quality ………………………… 40Using the timer ……………………………
Shooting options 40Selecting a resolution and qualityLearn how to change the image resolution and quality settings.When recording a video:In the 1 v
Shooting options 41Using the timerLearn how to set the timer to delay shooting. apdbNsvSPress [3 Shutter] to start the timer. The AF-assist light/ti
Shooting options 42Shooting in the darkLearn how to take photos at night or in low light conditions.Using the flashUse the flash when taking photos in
Shooting options 43Shooting in the darkFlash options are not available if you set burst options or select tBlink Detection. Make sure that your sub
Shooting options 44Changing the camera’s focusLearn how to adjust the camera's focus according to your subjects.Using auto focusTo take sharp ph
Shooting options 45Changing the camera’s focusTracking a subject may fail when:tthe subject is too small or the subject moves excessively -the subje
Shooting options 46Changing the camera’s focusAdjusting the focus areaYou can get clearer photos by selecting an appropriate focus area according to
Shooting options 47Using face detectionIf you use face detection options, your camera can automatically detect a human face. When you focus on a huma
Shooting options 48Using face detectionDetecting eye blinkingIf your camera detects closed eyes, it will automatically take 2 photos in succession.
4Organization of the user manualBasic functions 11Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic functions for shooting.Extended functions 27
Shooting options 49Adjusting brightness and colorLearn how to adjust the brightness and color for better image quality.Compensating for backlighting
Shooting options 50Adjusting brightness and colorSelecting a light source (White balance) The color of your photo depends on the type and quality of
Shooting options 51Adjusting brightness and color Defining your own white balance In Shooting mode, press [1 m].Select 2 Shooting White Balance
Shooting options 52Using burst modesIt can be difficult to take photos of fast-moving subjects or capture natural facial expressions and gestures of y
Shooting options 53Improving your photosLearn how to improve your photos by applying photo styles, colors, or make some adjustments. Defining your ow
Shooting options 54Improving your photosSaturation option Description-Decrease the saturation.+Increase the saturation.Select t 0 if you do not want
Playing back ………………………………… 56Starting Playback mode ……………………… 56Viewing photos ………………………………… 59Playing a video ………………………………… 61Playing voice
Playback/Editing 56Playing backLearn actions to play back photos, videos, or voice memos, and managing files. Display in Playback mode InformationIc
Playback/Editing 57Playing backPress [4 F] or [t] to scroll through files.Press and hold to scroll through files quickly.tPress [5 o] to return to the
Playback/Editing 58Playing back Protecting files Protect your files from accidental deletion.In Playback mode, press [1 m].Select 2 File Options Pr
5Indications used in this manualShooting mode IndicationSmart AutoSAutoaProgrampDISdBeauty ShotbNightNScenesMovievShooting mode iconsThese icons in
Playback/Editing 59Playing back Copying files to the memory card You can copy files from the internal memory to a memory card.In Playback mode, press
Playback/Editing 60Playing back Starting a slide show You can apply effects and audio to your slide show.In Playback mode, press [1 m].Select 2 Mul
Playback/Editing 61Playing backPlaying a videoIn Playback mode, select a video and press [1 o].PauseUse the following buttons to control playback.2 P
Playback/Editing 62Playing back Adding a voice memo to a photo In Playback mode, select a photo and press [1 m].Select 2 File Options Voice memo
Playback/Editing 63Editing a photoPerform photo editing tasks, such as resizing, rotating, eliminating red-eyes, and adjusting brightness, contrast,
Playback/Editing 64Editing a photo Defining your own RGB tone 1 In Playback mode, select a photo and press [m].Select 2 Edit Photo Style Selector
Playback/Editing 65Editing a photoCorrecting exposure problemsAdjust ACB (Auto Contrast Balance), brightness, contrast, or saturation; remove red-eye
Playback/Editing 66Editing a photoPress [4 m].Select 5 File Options DPOF Size an option.Option DescriptionSelectSpecify the print size for the
Playback/Editing 67Viewing files on a TVPlay back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV using the A/V cable.On some TVs, digital noise ma
Playback/Editing 68Transferring files to your computer (for Windows)Transfer files to your computer using the Intelli-studio program. You can also edit
6Expressions used in this manualPressing the shutterHalf-press [t Shutter]: press the shutter halfway downPress [t Shutter]: press the shutter al
Playback/Editing 69Transferring files to your computer (for Windows) Installing Intelli-studio Insert the installation CD in a compatible CD-ROM dri
Playback/Editing 70Transferring files to your computer (for Windows) Using Intelli-studio Intelli-studio is a program that allows you to play back a
Playback/Editing 71Transferring files to your computer (for Windows)Transferring files using Intelli-studioIntelli-studio will start automatically when
Playback/Editing 72Transferring files to your computer (for Windows)Transferring files by connecting the camera as a removable diskYou can connect the
Playback/Editing 73Transferring files to your computer (for Windows)Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP)The way to disconnect the USB cable for W
Playback/Editing 74Transferring files to your computer (for Mac)When you connect the camera to a Macintosh computer, the computer will recognize the d
Playback/Editing 75Printing photos with a photo printer (PictBridge)Print photos with a PictBridge-compatible printer by connecting your camera direc
Camera settings menu …………………………………… 77Accessing the settings menu ……………………………… 77Sound ……………………………………………………… 78Display ………………………………………………………
Appendixes 77Camera settings menuLearn about various options to configure your camera's settings.Select an option and save your settings.3 Volume
Appendixes 78Camera settings menuDisplay* DefaultItem DescriptionLanguageSelect a language for the display text.Function DescriptionDisplay a brief d
7Common questionsYou can get answers to common questions. Solve problems easily by setting shooting options.The subject's eyes appear red.This
Appendixes 79Camera settings menuItem DescriptionResetReset menus and shooting options (date and time, language, and video output settings will not b
Appendixes 80Camera settings menuItem DescriptionAF LampSet an assistant light to help you focus in dark places. (Off, On*)USBSet the function to use
Appendixes 81Camera settings menuItem DescriptionFront Display DemoSet the camera to play the animation with sound through the front display when you
Appendixes 82Error messagesWhen the following error messages appear, try these remedies.Error message Suggested remediesCard ErrorTurn off your camer
Appendixes 83Camera maintenance Camera body Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth.Never use benzene, thinners, or alcohol to clean the device. These t
Appendixes 84Camera maintenance Memory card capacity The memory capacity may differ depending on shooting scenes or shooting conditions. These capa
Appendixes 85Camera maintenance Battery life Shooting time / Number of photosShooting conditions (when the battery is fully charged)PhotosApprox. 1
Appendixes 86Camera maintenance Notes about charging with a computer connected Use only the provided USB cable.tThe battery may not be charged whe
Appendixes 87Camera maintenanceDo not disassemble or puncture the battery with any tsharp object. Avoid exposing the battery to high pressure or cru
Appendixes 88Before contacting a service centerIf you are having trouble with your camera, try these troubleshooting procedures before contacting a s
8Quick referenceTaking photos of peoplest mode > Portrait f 29 bt mode f 31 Self-portrait mode tf 35 Children mode tf 36 Couple mode tf 3
Appendixes 89Before contacting a service centerSituation Suggested remediesThe photo is too brightTurn off the flash. (p. t 42)Your photo is overexpo
Appendixes 90Before contacting a service centerSituation Suggested remediesYour camera cannot play videosYou can play videos only with the Intelli-t
Appendixes 91Camera specificationsShutter speedAutot : 1/8 - 1/1,500 sec.Programt : 1 - 1/1,500 sec. Nightt : 8 - 1/1,500 sec.Fireworkst : 2 sec.E
Appendixes 92Camera specificationsVideosFormat: MJPEG (Max recording time: 2 hours)tSize: t 640 X 480 (30 FPS, 15 FPS), 320 X 240 (30 FPS, 15 FPS)F
Appendixes 93Camera specificationsInterfaceDigital output connectorUSB 2.0Audio output Mono (Internal speaker), Mono (Microphone)Video output NTSC, PA
Appendixes 94Camera specificationsDimensions (W x H x D)95.7 x 56 x 20.3 mmWeight111 g (without battery and memory card)Operating temperature0 - 40˚ C
Appendixes 95FCC notice Declaration of Conformity tTrade Name : Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Model No. : Samsung TL205 Responsible Party
Appendixes 96EEditing 63Enlarging 59Error messages 82Exposure 49FFace detectionBlink Detection 48Normal 47Smile Shot 48Facial brightness 31Fa
Appendixes 97MutingCamera 16Video 34NNavigation button 14Night mode 30PPhoto quality 40Photo stylesin Playback mode 64in Shooting mode 53Playb
Appendixes 98Viewing filesas thumbnails 58by category 57on TV 67Slide show 60Voice memoPlaying 62Recording 38Volume 78WWhite Balance 50ZZoom b
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