Samsung EC-SL201SBA-US - Manual (Page 19)

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Starting the recording mode
How to use the Auto mode ( μ )
å 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.
å Avoid obstructing the lens or the fl ash when you capture an image.
1. Insert the batteries (p.14). Insert the
batteries taking note of the polarity (+ / -).
2. Insert the memory card (p.14). As this
camera has a 16MB 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.
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 aperture 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.37), Quality (p.37), Metering
(p.38), Drive mode (p.38), ISO (p.39),
White Balance (p.39) and Exposure
Value(p.40).
How to use the Program mode (
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