Samsung S760 Users Manual

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Function Description / 
Information / Up button
Flash / 
Left buttonSelf-timer / 
Right button
Macro / Down button
Play & Pause button
Bottom / 5 Function button
MENU / OK button
Identifi cation of features
Self-timer lamp
Icon Status Description
✢Blinking- For the fi rst 8 seconds, the lamp blinks at 1 second 
intervals.
- For the fi nal 2 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at 
0.25-second intervals.
✡BlinkingFor the 2 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at 0.25-sec-
ond intervals.
✣BlinkingA picture will be taken after about 10 seconds and 2 
seconds later a second picture will be taken.
BlinkingAfter pressing the Shutter button, the image is taken 
in accordance with the subject’s movement.
Camera Status Lamp
Status Description
Power onThe lamp turns on and off when the camera is 
ready to take a picture
After taking a picture
The lamp blinks while saving the image data and 
turns off when the camera is ready to take a picture
Whenfl ash battery is chargingThe lamp blinks
When the USB cable is 
inserted to a PCThe lamp lights up 
(LCD monitor turns off after initializing the device)
Transmitting Data with a PCThe lamp blinks (LCD monitor turns off)
When the USB cable is 
inserted into a printerThe lamp is off
When the printer is printingThe lamp blinks
When the AF activatesThe lamp turns on 
(The camera focus on the subject)
The lamp blinks 
(The camera doesn’t focus on the subject)
Memory card slot Battery chamber cover
Battery chamber Tripod socket
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Mode icon
Refer to page 16 for more information about the camera mode setting.
Identifi cation of features Connecting to a Power Source
MODE Auto Program Manual DIS
ICONŠ‰✆ÿ
MODEPhoto Help 
GuidePortrait Scene Movie
ICON_³†
MODESCENE
Nightscene Children Landscape Close up
ICON

MODE Text Sunset Dawn Backlight
ICON
MODE Firework Beach&Snow - -
ICON

 SNB-2512 rechargeable battery Specifi cation
Model SNB-2512
Type Ni-MH
Capacity
2500mAh
Voltage  1.2V x 2
Charging timeApproximately 300 Minutes (Use for SBC-N2)
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 Included battery may vary depending on sales region. We recommend batteries for a digital camera (Within a year from the 
date of manufacture). The batteries are listed below.
- Non rechargeable batteries  : 2 X AA Alkaline (High Capacity)
- Rechargeable batteries (Optional)  : SNB-2512 (Ni-MH)
Important information about battery usage.When camera is not in use, turn off the power.Please remove the battery if the camera will not be used for long 
periods. Batteries can lose power over time and are prone to leaking 
if kept inside the camera.
Low temperatures (below 0°C) can affect the performance of the 
battery and you may experience reduced battery life.
Batteries will usually recover at normal temperatures.During extended use of the camera, the camera body may become 
warm. This is perfectly normal.
It is easy to buy alkaline batteries. However, the duration for using 
batteries varies in accordance with the battery manufacturer or the 
photographic conditions
Do not use manganese batteries as manganese batteries cannot 
deliver suffi cient power.
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Connecting to a Power Source

There are 4 indicators for battery condition that are displayed on the 
LCD monitor.
Battery
indicatorihgf
Battery
statusThe battery is 
fully chargedLow battery ca-
pacity (Prepare 
to recharge or 
use spare bat-
tery)Low battery ca-
pacity (Prepare 
to recharge or 
use spare bat-
tery)Battery empty. 
(Recharge or 
use spare bat-
tery)

 Insert the battery as shown
Inserting the memory card

Insert the memory card as shown.
- Turn off the camera’s power 
before inserting the memory card.
- Have the front of the memory 
card facing toward the front of the 
camera (lens) and the card pins 
toward the back of the camera 
(LCD monitor).
- Do not insert the memory card 
the wrong way round. 
Doing so may damage the 
memory card slot. - If the camera does not turn on after 
you have inserted battery, please 
check whether the battery (+ / -).
- When the battery chamber cover 
is opened, do not force the battery 
chamber cover, this may damage it.
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Instructions on how to use the memory card

If the memory card is subjected to any of the following, the recorded 
data may become corrupted :
 -  When the memory card is used incorrectly.
 -  If the power is switched off or the memory card is removed while 
recording, deleting (formatting) or reading.

Samsung cannot be held responsible for lost data.

It is advisable to copy important data onto other media as back-up e.g. 
fl oppy disks, hard disks, CD etc.

If there is insuffi cient memory available :
A [Memory Full!] message will appear and the camera will not operate. 
To optimise the amount of memory in the camera, replace the memory 
card or delete unnecessary images stored on the memory card.

Dont remove the memory card when the camera status lamp is blink-
ing as this may cause damage to data in the memory card.

Be sure to format the memory card (see p.46) if you are using a newly 
purchased memory card for the fi rst time, if it contains data that the 
camera cannot recognise, or if it contains images captured with a dif-
ferent camera.

Turn off the camera power whenever the memory card is being inserted 
or removed.

Repeated use of the memory card will eventually reduce the memory 
card’s performance. Should this be the case, you will need to purchase 
a new memory card. Wear and tear on the memory card is not covered 
by the Samsung warranty.

The memory card is an electronic precision device. 
Do not bend, drop or subject the memory card to any heavy impact.

Do not store the memory card in an environment with strong electronic 
or magnetic fi elds, e.g. near loud speakers or TV receivers.

Please do not use or store in an environment where there are extremes 
in temperature.

Do not allow the memory card to become dirty or to come into contact 
with any liquid. Should this happen, clean the memory card with a soft 
cloth.

Please keep the memory card in its case when not in use.

During and after periods of extended use, you may notice that the 
memory card is warm. This is perfectly normal.

Do not use a memory card that is used in another digital camera. To 
use the memory card in this camera, format the memory card using this 
camera.

Do not use a memory card formatted by another digital camera or 
memory card reader.
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Card pins
Write protect switch
Label
Instructions on how to use the memory card
[SD (Secure Digital) memory card]
The camera can use SD/SDHC Memory Cards and MMC (Multi Media 
Cards).

The SD/SDHC memory card has a write protect switch that prevents 
imagefi les from being deleted or formatted. By sliding the switch to the 
bottom of the SD/SDHC memory card, the data will be protected. By 
sliding the switch to the top of the SD/SDHC memory card, the data 
protection will be cancelled.

Slide the switch to the top of the SD/SDHC memory card before taking 
a picture.When using a 256MB MMC memory, the specifi ed shooting capacity will 
be as follows. These fi gures are approximate as image capacities can 
be affected by variables such as subject matter and memory card type.

The zoom button doesn’t function during the movie recording.The recording times can be changed by the zoom operation.
- S860
Recorded image 
sizeSuper Fine Fine
Normal30FPS 15FPS
Still
image
ŸAbout58About83About11 8 - -
¬About64About132About186 - -
­About76About151About195 - -
✩About91About179About252 - -
✨About140About269About372 - -
About459About600About744 - -
*Movie
clip
ì---About 23 About 47
❪---About 744 About 1324
- S760
Recorded image 
sizeSuper Fine Fine
Normal30FPS 15FPS
Still
image
+About65About130About190 - -
þAbout74About147About205 - -
About88About173About248 - -
✩About88About173About248 - -
✨About140About274About372 - -
About538About710About744 - -
*Movie
clip
ì---About 23 About 47
❪---About 744 About 1324
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The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting 
functions and selections.
LCD monitor indicator
No. Description Icons Page
1 Recording mode
p.11
2
Optical / Digital Zoom bar / 
Digital Zoom ratep.22
3Voice Memo / 
Without Sound
Ï / Çp.39/40
4Number of available 
shots remaining5p.14
Remaining time 00:00:00 p.14[Image & Full Status]
No. Description Icons Page
5
Memory card icon / 
Internal memory iconÖ
 / ×-
6 Battery
p.12
7 Image SizeS860
p.34
S760
8Image Quality / Frame Ratep.34
9 Metering
p.35
10 Sharpness
p.35
11
ISO
p.36
12
White Balance
p.36
13
Exposure compensationp.37
14 Date / Time2007/12/01  01:00 PM
p.44
15
Camera shake Warningp.21
16
Auto Focus Frame
p.38
17 Color
p.32
18 Macro
p.26
19 Self-timer
p.30
20 Flash
p.28
21
Aperture Value / Shutter SpeedF2.8, 1/45
p.17
22Face Detection / 
Self Portrait
 / p.24/25
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Starting the recording mode
How to use the Auto mode ( μ ) 
If the auto focus frame turns to red when you press the shutter button 
down half way, it means that the camera cannot focus on the subject. 
Should this be the case, the camera is unable to capture an image 
clearly.
 1.  Insert the batteries (p.12). Insert the 
batteries taking note of the polarity (+ / -).
 2.  Insert the memory card (p.12). As this 
camera has a 11MB internal memory, 
you do not need to insert the memory 
card. If the memory card is not inserted, 
an image will be stored in the internal 
memory. If the memory card is inserted, 
an image will be stored on the memory 
card.
 3. Close the battery chamber cover.
 4.  Press the power button to turn on the 
camera. (If the date/time that is displayed on the LCD monitor is 
incorrect, reset the date/time before taking a picture.)
 5. Select the AUTO mode by rotating the mode dial.
 6.  Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by 
using the LCD monitor.
 7. Press the shutter button to capture an image. Select this mode for quick and easy picture taking with minimal user 
interaction.
Selecting the automatic mode will confi gure the camera with optimal 
settings. You can still manually confi gure all functions except the aper-
ture value and shutter speed. 
 1.  Select the PROGRAM mode by rotating 
the mode dial.
 2.  Press the Fn button to confi gure advanced 
functions such as Image Size (p.34), 
Quality (p.34), Metering (p.35), Sharpness 
(p.35), ISO (p.36), White Balance (p.36) 
and Exposure Value(p.37).
How to use the Program mode (  )
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Starting the recording mode
Digital Image Stabilisation (DIS) mode.
This mode will reduce the effect of camera shake and help you get a 
well-exposed image in dim conditions.
How to use the DIS mode (  )
You can manually confi gure all functions aperture value and shutter 
speed.
How to use the Manual mode ( ¸ )
 1.  Select the MANUAL mode by rotating the 
mode dial.
 2.  Press the Fn button and menu for the shutter 
speed and aperture value will display. 
Up / Down button : changes aperture value 
Left / Right button : changes shutter speed.
 3.  Press the Fn button twice and take an image.
Things to watch out for using the DIS mode
 1.  The digital zoom will not operate in the 
DIS mode.
 2.  If the lighting condition is brighter than 
fl uorescent lighting conditions, the DIS will 
not activate.
 3.  If the lighting condition is darker than 
infl uorescent lighting conditions, cam-
era shake warning indicator ( Ã
 ) will 
display. For best results only take pictures 
in situations where the camera shake 
warning indicator ( Ã
 ) is not displayed.
 4.  If the subject is moving, the captured image may be blurred.
 5.  Avoid moving the camera while the [Capturing!] message is 
displayed to achieve a better result.
 6.  As the DIS uses the cameras digital signal processor, it may take a 
little longer for the camera to process and save the images.
 7. 
S860 : If the image size is (¬
) or (­
) ,the DIS mode can’t be selected.
S760 : If the image size is (þ
) or (
) ,the DIS mode can’t be selected.
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DIS (Digital Image Stabilisation) function does not operate while the 
camera is connected to a TV. Remember to keep the camera steady 
when you are taking pictures.
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Starting the recording mode
Using the Photo Help guide mode ( ` ) 
Helps the user learn the correct picture taking method 
and includes solutions for potential problems that may 
occur. This also enables the user to practice the best 
way to take the pictures.
Available functions of the photo help guide
Function that can be used when focusing is diffi cultFunctions that can be used when the image is blurredFunction that can be used when fi lming in the darkFunction that can be used when adjusting the picture brightness Function that can be used when adjusting the picture colour 
[Function that can be used when focusing is diffi cult]
Pressing the 
MENU button
Pressing the shutter button
Guide list MENU
Practice begins when 
you press the shutter.
Guide list MENU
Pressing the 
Left/Right  buttonPressing the 
Left/Right  button
Pressing the Up/
Down  button
Pressing the Right button
Half press shutter button to focusFocusing status can be checked 
by half-pressing shutter button 
- Green: Focusing successful
- Red: Focusing failed 
Back Practice²±
1/2

Half press shutter button to focusWhen focusing is successful, fully 
press the shutter button to shoot.
If focusing fails, half press the 
button again.
Back Practice²±
2/2

PHOTO HELP GUIDE
Features to counter camera shake
Features to use when adjusting brightness
Features to use when the image is out of focus
Move   Next
²
Features to use in low light conditions
Features to use when adjusting colours




Features to use when the image is out of focus
To focus on a subject 80cm or more away
To focus on people’s faces
Half press shutter button to focus
To focus on a subject less than 80 cm away
Back   Next²±




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Starting the recording mode
Use the menu to easily confi gure optimal set-
tings for a variety of shooting situations.
 1.  Select the Scene mode by rotating the Mode 
dial. (p.40)
 2.  Point the camera towards the subject and 
compose the image by using the LCD 
monitor.
 3.  Press the shutter button to capture an 
image.
How to use the Scene modes (  )
The scene modes are listed below.
 [Nightscene]  ( 

 )  :  Use this for shooting still images at night or 
in other dark conditions. 
 [Children]  ( 
 )  :  To take a picture of fast moving objects, 
for example, children.
 [Landscape]  ( 
 )  : To take pictures of distant scenery.
 [Close Up]  ( 

 )  :  Close-up shooting for small objects such as 
plants and insects.
 [Text]  ( 
 )  : Use this mode to shoot a document.
 [Sunset]  ( 
 )  : For taking pictures of sunsets.
 [Dawn]  ( 
 )  : Daybreak scenes.
 [Backlight]  ( 
 )  :  Portrait without shadows caused by back-
light.
 [Firework]  ( 
 )  : Firework scenes.
 [Beach&Snow]  ( 
 )  :  For ocean, lake, beach and snowscape 
scenes.
How to use the Portrait mode (   )
Please select this mode for quick and easy 
portraits.
Select Portrait mode using mode dial.
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