Page 1 User Manual ST5500 This user manual includes detailed usage instructions for your camera. Please read this manual thoroughly. Click a topic Common questions Quick reference Contents Basic functions Extended functions Shooting options Playback/Editing Wireless network/Bluetooth Appendixes Index...
Page 2: Health And Safety Information
Using the ﬂash too close to your subject’s eyes can cause temporary or permanent damage. Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care Use only Samsung-approved batteries and chargers. Incompatible batteries and chargers can cause serious injuries or damage to your camera.
Page 3 Health and safety information Safety precautions Handle and store your camera carefully and sensibly Do not allow your camera to get wet—liquids can cause serious damage. Do not handle your camera with wet hands. Water damage to your camera can void your manufacturer’s warranty. Do not expose the camera to direct sunlight or high temperatures for an extended period of time.
Page 4 Reformat the memory card with your camera. Never use a damaged charger, battery, or memory card. Use only Samsung-approved accessories Using incompatible accessories may damage your camera, cause injury, or void your warranty. Protect your camera’s lens Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight, as this may discolor the image sensor or cause it to malfunction.
Page 5 Health and safety information Important usage information Allow only qualiﬁed personnel to service your camera Do not allow unqualiﬁed personnel to service the camera or attempt to service the camera yourself. Any damage that results from unqualiﬁed service is not covered by your warranty. Ensure maximum battery and charger life Overcharging batteries may shorten battery life.
Page 6: Basic Functions
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Page 7: Indications Used In This Manual
Indications used in this manual Shooting mode Indication Smart Auto Auto Program Scene DUAL IS Smart Scene Detection Movie Shooting mode icons These icons indicate that a function is available in the corresponding modes. The s mode may not support functions for all scenes.
Page 8 Expressions used in this manual Pressing the shutter Half-press [ Shutter]: press the shutter halfway down Press [ Shutter]: press the shutter all the way down Half-press [Shutter] Press [Shutter] Subject, background, and composition Subject : the main object of a scene, such as a person, animal, or still life Background : the objects around the subject Composition : the combination of a subject and background...
Page 9: Common Questions
Common questions You can get answers to common questions. Solve problems easily by setting shooting options. The subject's eyes appear red. Photos have dust spots. Photos are blurred. Photos are blurred when shooting at night. Subjects come out too dark because of backlighting.
Page 10: Table Of Contents
Quick reference Taking photos of people s mode > Beauty Shot, Portrait, Children Red-eye , Red-eye Fix (to prevent or correct red-eye) Face Detection Taking photos at night or in the dark s mode > Night, Dawn, Fireworks Flash options ISO speed (to adjust the sensitivity to light) Taking action photos Continuous , Motion Capture...
Page 11 Contents Basic functions ... 13 Unpacking ... 14 Camera layout ... 15 Inserting the battery and memory card ... 17 Charging the battery and turning your camera on Charging the battery ... 18 Turning on your camera ... 18 Performing the initial setup ...
Page 12 Contents Shooting in the dark ... 47 Preventing red-eye ... 47 Using the ﬂash ... 47 Adjusting the ISO speed ... 48 Changing the camera’s focus ... 49 Using macro ... 49 Using auto focus ... 49 Using smart touch focus ... 50 Using one touch shooting ...
Page 13 Contents Transferring ﬁles to your computer (for Windows) Transferring ﬁles using Intelli-studio ... 87 Transferring ﬁles by connecting the camera as a removable disk ... 89 Disconnecting the camera (for Windows XP) ... 90 Transferring ﬁles to your computer (for Mac) Printing photos with a photo printer (PictBridge) Wireless network/Bluetooth ...
Page 14: Basic Functions
Basic functions Learn about your camera’s layout, icons, and basic functions for shooting. Unpacking ………………………………… 14 Camera layout ……………………………… 15 Inserting the battery and memory card Charging the battery and turning your camera on …………………………………… 18 Charging the battery ………………………… 18 Turning on your camera ………………………...
Page 15: Unpacking
Unpacking Check your product box for the following items. Camera AC adapter/ USB cable Quick Start Manual Cradle Optional accessories Camera case Memory card (microSD Rechargeable battery Touch pen A/V cable Basic functions Strap User Manual CD-ROM The illustrations may differ from your actual items.
Page 16: Camera Layout
Camera layout Before you start, familiarize yourself with your camera's parts and their functions. Shutter button Flash Lens Battery chamber cover Insert a memory card and battery POWER button Microphone AF-assist light/timer lamp Internal antenna* * Avoid contact with the internal antenna while using the wireless network.
Page 17 Camera layout Playback button Touch screen Status lamp Blinking : When saving a photo or video, being read by a computer or printer, out of focus, connecting to a WLAN, sending a photo, or turning on the Bluetooth feature Steady : When connecting to a computer or in focus Zoom button Zoom in or out Zoom in on part of a photo or view ﬁles...
Page 18: Inserting The Battery And Memory Card
Learn to insert the battery and an optional microSD Insert a memory card with the gold-colored contacts facing up. Insert the battery with the Samsung logo facing down. memory card into the camera. Removing the battery and memory card Battery lock The internal memory can be used as a temporary storage device when the memory card is not inserted.
Page 19: Charging The Battery And Turning Your Camera On
Charging the battery and turning your camera on Charging the battery Before using the camera for the ﬁrst time, you must charge the battery. Attach the USB cable to the AC adapter and then plug the end of cable with the indicator light into your camera. Indicator light Red : Charging Green : Fully charged...
Page 20: Performing The Initial Setup
Performing the initial setup The initial setup screen appears to allow you to conﬁgure the camera's basic settings. Select Language. Select a language. Select Time Zone (Time Zone). Select a time zone and select To set the daylight-saving time, select Select Date &...
Page 21 Performing the initial setup Select Calibration (Calibration). Tap the target on the screen with your touch pen. Calibration Tap directly in the center of the target for optimal performance. Select to switch to the Shooting mode. Basic functions...
Page 22: Learning Icons
Learning icons The icons displayed will change according to the mode you select or the options you set. A. Status icons Icon Description Shooting mode Aperture and shutter speed Photo resolution Video resolution Metering Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) Frame rate Exposure value ISO speed White balance...
Page 23: Using The Touch Screen
Using the touch screen Learn basic actions to use the touch screen. Use the supplied touch pen to touch or drag on the screen. Do not use other sharp objects, such as pens or pencils, to touch the screen. Doing so may damage the screen. When you touch or drag on the screen, discolorations will occur.
Page 24 Using the touch screen Using gestures Perform certain functions by drawing commands on the touch screen. Gesture Description Draw a horizontal bar to right or left to view the next or previous ﬁle. Draw an X to delete a photo. Draw a circle to rotate a photo.
Page 25: Selecting A Shooting Mode
Selecting a shooting mode Learn how to select a shooting mode. Your camera provides you with various modes for shooting. Select the mode icon. Select a mode. Mode Description Smart Auto: Take a photo by letting the camera select a scene mode as it detects. (p. 33) Auto: Take a photo quickly and easily with minimal settings.
Page 26: Selecting A Shooting Mode Using Motion Recognition
Selecting a shooting mode Selecting a shooting mode using motion recognition Your camera features a built-in motion sensor that allows you to quickly switch the shooting mode by tilting the camera. In Shooting mode, tilt the camera while touching and holding Access the Movie mode (p.
Page 27: Setting The Touch Screen And Sound
Setting the touch screen and sound Learn how to change the basic settings for the touch screen and sound according to your preferences. Setting the display type for the touch screen In Shooting mode, select (In Playback mode, select Select an option. Full Option Description...
Page 28: Taking Photos
Taking photos Learn basic actions to take photos easily and quickly in the Auto mode. Make sure that the camera is in the camera’s default shooting mode. If not, select the mode icon Align your subject in the frame. a mode (Auto), the Half-press [ A green frame means the subject in focus.
Page 29: Zooming
Taking photos Zooming You can shoot close-up photos by adjusting the zoom. Your camera has a 7X optical zoom and 5X digital zoom. By using both, you can zoom in up to 35 times. Rotate [Zoom] right to zoom in on your subject. Rotate [Zoom] left to zoom out.
Page 30: Reducing Camera Shake (Ois)
Taking photos Reducing camera shake (OIS) Reduce camera shake optically in Shooting mode. Before correction After correction > (once or twice) In Shooting mode, select Select an option. Option Description Off: Deactivate the OIS function. On: Activate the OIS function. a p s v D OIS may not function properly when: you move your camera to follow a moving subject...
Page 31: Tips For Getting A Clearer Photo
Tips for getting a clearer photo Holding your camera correctly Half-pressing the shutter button Half-press [Shutter] and adjust the focus. Focus and exposure will be adjusted automatically. The aperture value and shutter speed are automatically set. Focus frame Reducing camera shake Make sure nothing is blocking the lens.
Page 32: Turn On The Flash. (P
Preventing your subject from being out of focus It may be difﬁcult to get your subject in focus when: there is little contrast between the subject and background (When your subject is wearing a color of clothing that is similar to the background) the light source behind the subject is too bright the subject is shiny...
Page 33: Extended Functions
Extended functions Learn how to take a photo by selecting a mode and how to record a video or voice memo. Shooting modes ………………………………………… 33 Using the Smart Auto mode …………………………… Using the Scene mode ………………………………… Using the Beauty Shot mode …………………………… Using the frame guide …………………………………...
Page 34: Shooting Modes
Shooting modes Take photos or record videos by selecting the best shooting mode for the conditions. Using the Smart Auto mode In this mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings based on a detected type of scene. It will be helpful if you are not familiar with the camera settings for various scenes.
Page 35: Using The Scene Mode
Shooting modes Half-press [ Shutter] to focus. Press [ Shutter] to take the photo. If the camera does not recognize a proper scene mode, S will not change and the default settings will be used. Even if there is a face detected, the camera may not select a portrait mode depending on the subject's position or lighting.
Page 36: Using The Beauty Shot Mode
Shooting modes Using the Beauty Shot mode Take a photo of a person with options to hide facial imperfections. In Shooting mode, select To make the subject's skin tone appear lighter (face only), select f an option. Select a higher setting to make skin tone appear lighter. Level 2 To hide facial imperfections, select option.
Page 37: Using The Frame Guide
Shooting modes Using the frame guide When you want another person to take a photo of you, you can compose the scene with the frame guide feature. The frame guide will help the other person take a photo of you by showing the part of the pre-composed scene.
Page 38: Using The Dual Is Mode
Shooting modes Select Shutter Speed. Aperture Shutter Speed 16.0 Select a value to adjust the shutter speed and select Align your subject in the frame and half-press [ to focus. Press [ Shutter] to take the photo. Use a tripod to prevent your photos from blurring. Using the DUAL IS mode Reduce camera shake and prevent blurred photos with Optical and Digital Image Stabilization functions.
Page 39: Using The Program Mode
Shooting modes Using the Program mode Set various options (except for shutter speed and aperture value) in the Program mode. In Shooting mode, select Set options. (For a list of options, refer to “ options.”) Align your subject in the frame and half-press [ to focus.
Page 40 Shooting modes > Select a sound option. Option Description Off: Record a video without sound. On: Record a video with sound. Zoom Mute: Record a video without sound while zooming. Set other options as desired. (For options, refer to “Shooting options.”) Press [ Shutter] to start recording.
Page 41: Using The Smart Scene Detection Mode
Shooting modes Using the Smart Scene Detection mode In this mode, your camera automatically chooses the appropriate camera settings based on a detected type of scene. In Shooting mode, select Align your subject in the frame. The camera selects a scene automatically. An appropriate mode icon will appear at the top left of the screen.
Page 42: Recording Voice Memos
Recording voice memos Learn how to record a voice memo that you can play back at any time. You can add a voice memo to a photo as a short reminder of shooting conditions. You will get the best sound quality when recording 40 cm away from the camera. Recording a voice memo In Shooting mode, select modes, select f...
Page 43: Shooting Options
Shooting options Learn about the options you can set in Shooting mode. Selecting a resolution and quality ………… 43 Selecting a resolution ………………………… 43 Selecting image quality ……………………… 44 Using the timer ……………………………… 45 Shooting in the dark ……………………… 47 Preventing red-eye ……………………………...
Page 44: Selecting A Resolution And Quality
Selecting a resolution and quality Learn how to change the image resolution and quality settings. Selecting a resolution S a p s d v D As you increase the resolution, your photo or video will include more pixels, so it can be printed on larger paper or displayed on a larger screen.
Page 45: Selecting Image Quality
Selecting a resolution and quality When recording a video: v and D modes, select f In the Select an option. 1280 X 720 HQ Option Description 1280 X 720 HQ: Play back high-quality ﬁles on an HDTV. 1280 X 720: Play back on an HDTV. 640 X 480: Play back on a general TV.
Page 46: Using The Timer
Using the timer S a p s d v D Learn how to set the timer to delay shooting. In Shooting mode, select Select an option. Option Description Off: The timer is not active. 10 Sec: Take a photo in 10 seconds. 2 Sec: Take a photo in 2 seconds.
Page 47 Using the timer Using the motion timer In Shooting mode, select Press [ Shutter]. Stand within 3 m from the camera within 6 seconds after pressing [Shutter]. Make a motion, such as waving your arms, to activate the timer. The AF-assist light/timer lamp will start to blink rapidly when the camera detects you.
Page 48: Shooting In The Dark
Shooting in the dark Learn how to take photos at night or in low light conditions. Preventing red-eye a p s If the ﬂash ﬁres when you take a photo of a person in the dark, a red glow may appear in the eyes. To prevent this, select Red-eye or Red-eye Fix.
Page 49: Adjusting The Iso Speed
Shooting in the dark Option Description Red-eye*: The ﬂash ﬁres when the subject or background is dark. The camera reduces red-eyes. Fill in: The ﬂash always ﬁres. Light intensity is adjusted automatically. Slow Sync: The ﬂash ﬁres and the shutter stays open longer. Select this when you want to capture ambient light to reveal more details in the background.
Page 50: Changing The Camera's Focus
Changing the camera’s focus Learn how to adjust the camera's focus according to your subjects. Using macro a p d v D Use macro to take close-up photos of subjects, such as ﬂowers or insects. Refer to macro options in “Using auto focus.” Try to hold the camera very still to prevent blurry photos.
Page 51: Using Smart Touch Focus
Changing the camera’s focus Using smart touch focus a p s d Smart Touch AF allows you to track and auto focus on your subject, even when you are moving. In Shooting mode, select Touch the subject you want to track in the touch area (indicated by a frame).
Page 52: Using One Touch Shooting
Changing the camera’s focus Using one touch shooting You can focus on your subject and take a photo with a touch of your ﬁnger. In Shooting mode, select Touch a subject to focus. Touch and hold the subject to take the photo. Touch and hold until the level indicator ﬁlls up.
Page 53: Using Face Detection
Using face detection If you use face detection options, your camera can automatically detect a human face. When you focus on a human face, the camera adjusts the exposure automatically. Take photos quickly and easily by using Blink Detection to detect closed eyes or Smile Shot to capture a smiling face.
Page 54: Taking A Self Portrait Shot
Using face detection Taking a self portrait shot Take photos of yourself. The focus distance will be set to close- up and your camera will emit a beep. In Shooting mode, select When you hear a quick beep, press [ To turn the beep on or off, select Self-Portrait in the sound settings.
Page 55: Detecting Eye Blinking
Using face detection Detecting eye blinking If your camera detects closed eyes, it will automatically take 2 photos in succession. In Shooting mode, select f Hold your camera still while “ Capturing” is displayed on the screen. When blink detection fails, “ Picture taken with eyes closed.” message appears.
Page 56: Registering Faces As Your Favorites (My Star)
Using face detection The camera may recognize and register faces incorrectly depending on lighting conditions, remarkable changes in the subject's pose or face, and whether or not the subject is wearing glasses. The camera can automatically register up to 14 faces. If the camera recognizes a new face when there are 14 registered faces, it will replace the face in the lowest priority with the new one.
Page 57 Using face detection Select when the face list appears. Your favorite faces are indicated with a You can register up to 6 favorite faces. The ﬂash option will be set to Off. If you register the same face twice, you can delete one of the faces in the face list.
Page 58: Adjusting Brightness And Color
Adjusting brightness and color Learn how to adjust the brightness and color for better image quality. Adjusting the exposure manually (EV) p d v D Depending on the intensity of the ambient light, your photos may be too bright or dark. In these cases, you can adjust the exposure to get a better photo.
Page 59: Continuous , Motion Capture
Adjusting brightness and color Compensating for backlighting (ACB) When the light source is behind your subject or there is high contrast between your subject and the background, your subject is likely to appear dark in the photo. In this case, set the Auto Contrast Balance (ACB) option.
Page 60: Metering
Adjusting brightness and color Changing the metering option The metering mode refers to the way in which a camera measures the quantity of light. The brightness and lighting of your photos will vary depending on the metering mode you select. >...
Page 61: Selecting A Light Source (White Balance)
Adjusting brightness and color Selecting a light source (White balance) p d v D The color of your photo depends on the type and quality of the light source. If you want the color of your photo to be realistic, select an appropriate lighting condition to calibrate the white balance, such as Auto WB, Daylight, Cloudy, or Tungsten.
Page 62 Adjusting brightness and color Deﬁning your own white balance You can customize the white balance by taking photos of a white surface, such as a piece of paper. This will help you to match the colors in your photo with the actual scene according to your lighting condition.
Page 63: Using Burst Modes
Using burst modes It can be difﬁcult to take photos of fast-moving subjects or capture natural facial expressions and gestures of your subjects in photos. In these cases, select one of the burst modes. > (once or twice) In Shooting mode, select Select an option.
Page 64: Improving Your Photos
Improving your photos Learn how to improve your photos by applying photo styles, colors, or smart ﬁlter effects, or make some adjustments. Applying photo styles a p d v Apply different styles to your photos, such as Soft, Vivid, or Forest.
Page 65: Applying Smart Filter Effects
Improving your photos Applying smart ﬁlter effects Apply various ﬁlter effects to your photos to create unique images. Miniature Vignetting Fish-eye 1 Fish-eye 2 a p d v In Shooting mode, select Select an effect. Option If you select Miniature when recording a video, the miniature recording time is displayed with the real recording time.
Page 66: Adjusting Your Photos
Improving your photos Adjusting your photos Adjust the sharpness, saturation, and contrast of your photos. > (twice) In Shooting mode, select Select an adjustment option. : Sharpness : Contrast : Saturation Select a value to adjust the selected item. Sharpness Sharpness option Description Soften the edges on your photos (suitable...
Page 67: Playback/Editing
Playback/Editing Learn how to play back photos, videos, or voice memos and edit photos or videos. Also, learn how to connect your camera to your photo printer, TV, or HDTV. Playing back ………………………………… 67 Starting Playback mode ……………………… 67 Viewing photos ……………………………… 73 Playing a video ………………………………...
Page 68: Playing Back
Playing back Learn actions to play back photos, videos, or voice memos, and managing ﬁles. Starting Playback mode View photos or play videos and voice memos stored in your camera. Press [ Playback]. The most recent ﬁle you have taken or recorded will be displayed.
Page 69 Playing back Selecting a menu using motion recognition Your camera features a built-in motion sensor that allows you to quickly select a menu by tilting the camera. In Playback mode, tilt the camera while touching and holding Set the current photo as your favorite photo* will appear on the top of the ﬁle.) Lock or unlock the current ﬁle will appear on the top of the ﬁle.)
Page 70 Playing back Display in Playback mode Icon Description Photo includes a voice memo Video ﬁle Print order has been set (DPOF) Protected ﬁle Photo includes a registered face; Available only when you use a memory card Favorite ﬁle Folder name – File name Open the face list (p.
Page 71: Smart Album
Playing back Select a face. Edit Ranking , or . to change the ranking of the face and Select select Viewing ﬁles by category in Smart Album View and manage ﬁles by categories, such as date, ﬁle type, or week. In Playback mode, select You can also access Smart Album by rotating [ Zoom] left.
Page 72 Playing back Viewing ﬁles as thumbnails Scan thumbnails of ﬁles. In Playback mode, rotate [Zoom] left to display 9 or 16 thumbnails (rotate [Zoom] right to return to the previous mode). Do this Select < or >. Scroll through ﬁles View a ﬁle Select a thumbnail.
Page 73 Playing back To protect all ﬁles, In Playback mode, select Select Protect Lock. Deleting ﬁles Delete single ﬁles or all ﬁles at once. You cannot delete protected ﬁles. To delete a single ﬁle, In Playback mode, select a ﬁle Select Yes to delete the ﬁle.
Page 74: Viewing Photos
Playing back Using the recycle bin If you activate the recycle bin, ﬁles you delete will be sent to the recycle bin instead of being deleted permanently. This applies to single ﬁles or selected ﬁles only–if you choose to delete all ﬁles, those ﬁles will not be sent to the recycle bin.
Page 75 Playing back Enlarging a photo In Playback mode, rotate [Zoom] right to enlarge a photo (rotate [Zoom] left to reduce a photo). The enlarged area and zoom ratio are indicated on the top of the screen. The maximum zoom ratio may vary depending on the resolution.
Page 76: Playing A Video
Playing back Option Description Music: Select background audio. Effect: Select a transition effect. Select for no effects. Select to start the slide show. Touch on the screen (except for option icons) to pause the slide show. Select to adjust the volume of background audio or to mute the sound.
Page 77: Playing A Voice Memo
Playing back Trimming a video during playback Select at the point where you want the new video to begin and select Select to resume playback. Select at the point where you want the new video to end and select Select Yes.
Page 78 Playing back Adding a voice memo to a photo In Playback mode, select a photo Select Voice Memo Press [ Shutter] to record a short voice memo (10 seconds maximum). Press [ Shutter] to stop recording a voice memo. Playing a voice memo added to a photo In Playback mode, select a photo that includes a voice memo Use the following icons to control playback.
Page 79: Editing A Photo
Editing a photo Perform photo editing tasks, such as rotating, resizing, eliminating red-eyes, and adjusting brightness, contrast, or saturation. Edited photos will be saved as new ﬁles. When you edit photos that are or larger, they will be automatically resized to a lower resolution (except when rotating or resizing photos).
Page 80: Applying Photo Styles
Editing a photo Applying photo styles Apply a different color tone to the photo, such as Soft, Vivid, or Forest. Soft Vivid Forest In Playback mode, select a photo Select an option. Select to deﬁne your own RGB tone. Soft Select Deﬁning your own RGB tone In Playback mode, select a photo...
Page 81: Applying Smart Filter Effects
Editing a photo Applying smart ﬁlter effects Apply various ﬁlter effects to your photos to create unique images. Miniature Vignetting Fish-eye 1 Fish-eye 2 In Playback mode, select a photo Select an effect. Miniature Select Playback/Editing...
Page 82: Applying A Special Effect
Editing a photo Applying a special effect Apply special effects to the photo, such as color ﬁlters or noise effects. In Playback mode, select a photo Select an option. Elegant Option Description Color Filter: Change background colors to black and white to make the main subject stand out.
Page 83: Editing Photos Of Portraits
Editing a photo Editing photos of portraits You can improve your photos by hiding facial imperfections and removing red-eye. Hiding facial imperfections In Playback mode, select a photo Select Select a level. As the number increases, more imperfections are hidden. Select Removing red-eye In Playback mode, select a photo...
Page 84 Editing a photo Set DPOF options. Option Description Select whether to print the photos as thumbnails. (Select to print photos as thumbnails.) Specify the size of the print. , or . to set the number of copies. Select Select If you specify the print size, you can print photos only with DPOF 1.1-compatible printers.
Page 85: Viewing Files On A Tv Or Hdtv
Viewing ﬁles on a TV or HDTV Play back photos or videos by connecting your camera to a TV using the A/V cable. In Shooting or Playback mode, select . (twice) Select Video Out. Select a video signal output according to your country or region.
Page 86 View ﬁles using a remote control of your camera or HDTV. If your HDTV supports the Anynet+(CEC) proﬁle, turn the Anynet+ on in the settings menu (p. 115) to control all connected Samsung A/V devices with the TV remote control. Playback/Editing...
Page 87: Computer
Transferring ﬁles to your computer (for Windows) Transfer ﬁles to your computer using the built-in Intelli-studio program. You can also edit ﬁles or upload ﬁles to your favorite websites. Requirements for Intelli-studio Item Requirements Intel Pentium 4, 3.2 GHz or higher/ AMD Athlon FX 2.6 GHz or higher Minimum 512 MB RAM...
Page 88: Transferring Files Using Intelli-Studio
Transferring ﬁles to your computer (for Windows) Transferring ﬁles using Intelli-studio Intelli-studio will start automatically when you connect the camera to your computer with the USB cable. The battery will be charged while the camera is connected to a computer with the USB cable.
Page 89 Transferring ﬁles to your computer (for Windows) Using Intelli-studio Intelli-studio is a built-in program that allows you to play back and edit ﬁles. You can also upload ﬁles to websites, such as Flickr or YouTube. For details, select Help Help in the program. If you install Intelli-studio on your computer, the program will launch more quickly.
Page 90: Transferring Files By Connecting The Camera As A Removable Disk
Transferring ﬁles to your computer (for Windows) Icon Description Open menus Display ﬁles in the selected folder Change to the Photo edit mode Change to the Video edit mode Change to the Sharing mode (You can send ﬁles by email or upload ﬁles to websites, such as Flickr or YouTube.) Enlarge or reduce the thumbnails in the list Select a ﬁle type...
Page 91: Disconnecting The Camera (For Windows Xp)
Transferring ﬁles to your computer (for Windows) Turn on the camera. The computer recognizes the camera automatically. If you set the USB option to Select Mode, select Computer from the pop-up window. On your computer, select My computer Disk DCIM 100PHOTO.
Page 92: Transferring Files To Your Computer (For Mac)
Transferring ﬁles to your computer (for Mac) When you connect the camera to a Macintosh computer, the computer will recognize the device automatically. You can transfer ﬁles directly from the camera to the computer without installing any programs. Mac OS 10.4 or later is supported. Connect your camera to a Macintosh computer with the USB cable.
Page 93: Printing Photos With A Photo Printer (Pictbridge)
Printing photos with a photo printer (PictBridge) Print photos with a PictBridge-compatible printer by connecting your camera directly to the printer. In Shooting or Playback mode, select . (twice) Select Printer. With the printer on, connect your camera to the printer with the USB cable.
Page 94 Printing photos with a photo printer (PictBridge) < or > to scroll to a photo to print. Select , or . to set the number of copies and select Select If you selected to print the photos you want, repeat steps 7-8 for all photos to print.
Page 95: Wireless Network/Bluetooth
Wireless network/Bluetooth Learn to use several functions using wireless local area networks (WLANs) and the Bluetooth feature. Connecting to a WLAN and conﬁguring network settings ……………………………… 95 Connecting to a WLAN automatically ………… 95 Connecting to a WLAN manually …………… 96 Network connection tips ………………………...
Page 96: Connecting To A Wlan And Conﬁguring Network Settings
Select AP Setting. The camera will search for and display available AP devices. Select an AP device. AP Setting Samsung 1 Samsung 2 Samsung 3 Icon The camera will connect to the WLAN. If the selected AP device supports the WPS proﬁle, select WPS on the next screen and press the WPS button or enter a PIN on the AP device.
Page 97: Connecting To A Wlan Manually
Connecting to a WLAN and conﬁguring network settings Select network proﬁles and options. Option Description Authentication Select a network authentication. Data Encryption Select an encryption type. Select the password input ﬁeld. Enter a password and select For information about entering text, refer to page 100. Select The camera will connect to the WLAN.
Page 98: Network Connection Tips
Connecting to a WLAN and conﬁguring network settings Network connection tips Some AP devices will not allow your camera to connect to the network. If you are far from the AP device, it may take long to connect to the network. If there is any electronic equipment nearby that uses the same radio frequency (RF) signals, the camera may not connect to the AP device.
Page 99: Storing Your Information
Store up to 10 email addresses in your camera. You can use them when you send your photos via email. In Shooting or Playback mode, select Select Email Address. Email Address Book Samsung Select Select Select Select Enter a name and email address.
Page 100: Setting The File Size To Share
Connecting to a WLAN and conﬁguring network settings Setting the ﬁle size to share Set the ﬁle size you will share with other DLNA-authorised devices. You can select either the original size or In Shooting or Playback mode, select Select DLNA -Image Size.
Page 101: Changing The Password
Enter a new password (4 digits). Enter the new password (4 digits) again. Checking information Check the Mac address and serial number of your camera to register it with the Samsung website. In Shooting or Playback mode, select Select Device Information.
Page 102: Using Photo Or Video Sharing Websites
Using photo or video sharing websites Upload your photos or videos to ﬁle sharing websites (available websites will be displayed on your camera). Accessing a website In Shooting or Playback mode, select The camera automatically connects to the WLAN via the last connected AP device.
Page 103: Uploading Photos Or Videos
Using photo or video sharing websites Uploading photos or videos Select < or > to scroll through ﬁles. Select Drag photos or videos to the selection area or select photos or videos, and select OK. Date Select Date to categorise the ﬁles. (p. 70) Enter a title and select an album, and then select The maximum photo resolution you can upload is video you can upload is 30 seconds at 320 X 240 resolution or the...
Page 104: Sending Photos Via Email
If the camera has not connected to the WLAN, it automatically searches for available AP devices. (p. 95) Enter email addresses for the sender and receiver. Sender/ Receiver Samsung Samsung 1 Select to enter or modify the email address of the sender. Select to retrieve the stored email addresses.
Page 105: Viewing Photos Or Videos On The Dlna Devices
Viewing photos or videos on the DLNA devices The Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) is an international technology standard for sharing media ﬁles between networked devices in your home. With this technology, you can view your photos or videos on a widescreen TV or another device. You cannot send or receive voice memos.
Page 106: Viewing Photos Or Videos On Another Device (Renderer)
Viewing photos or videos on the DLNA devices On a TV screen, you can view only photos or videos captured with your camera. The distance between the camera and TV may be affected by the AP device. If the camera is connected to 2 TVs, playback may be slowed. The photos will be shared according to the size you set.
Page 107 Viewing photos or videos on the DLNA devices When searching for DLNA-authorised devices on the network, the camera may not ﬁnd all devices on the network. If you power off the device abnormally while viewing photos or videos on a device, the camera considers the device to still be connected. The photos will be shared according to the size you set.
Page 108: Sending Or Receiving Photos Or Videos With A Camera
Sending or receiving photos or videos with a camera Learn to send or receive photos or videos to or from camera of the same model. You cannot send or receive voice memos. Sending photos or videos to another camera In Shooting or Playback mode, select Select Send.
Page 109 Sending or receiving photos or videos with a camera This feature uses an ad hoc wireless network. You cannot send and receive ﬁles at the same time. Once you have received ﬁles, end the connection with the camera and then reconnect to the camera to send photos or videos.
Page 110: Sending Photos Via Bluetooth
Bluetooth-enabled devices appears. Select again. Select a Bluetooth-enabled device. Bluetooth: Device Search Samsung 1 Samsung 2 Select . to view other devices. When searching for Bluetooth-enabled devices, you may be able to ﬁnd other devices. However, you can send photos only to mobile phones or PDAs.
Page 111 Sending photos via Bluetooth After sending is complete, select The camera and the device are disconnected and the Bluetooth feature turns off. The camera may not search for a speciﬁc Bluetooth-enabled device and send a photo to it depending on the device type. If the other device does not have enough memory, the photo may not be transferred.
Page 112: Appendixes
Appendixes Refer to settings, error messages, speciﬁcations, and maintenance tips. Settings menu ………………………………………… 112 Accessing the settings menu …………………………… 112 Sound settings ………………………………………… 113 Display settings ………………………………………… 113 Camera settings ………………………………………… 114 Error messages ……………………………………… 117 Camera maintenance ………………………………… 118 Cleaning your camera …………………………………...
Page 113: Settings Menu
Settings menu Learn about various options to conﬁgure your camera's settings. Accessing the settings menu In Shooting or Playback mode, select Select a menu. Volume : Medium Beep Sound : On Shutter Sound Start Sound : Off AF Sound : On Icon Description Sound settings: Set various camera sounds and...
Page 114: Sound Settings
Settings menu Sound settings Item Description Adjust the volume of any sound. Volume (Off, Low, Medium*, High) Select a sound to be emitted when touching on Beep Sound the screen or switching modes. (Off, On*) Select a sound to be emitted when pressing the Shutter Sound shutter button.
Page 115: Camera Settings
Settings menu Item Description Set the duration for reviewing a captured image Quick View before returning to Shooting mode. (Off, 0.5 sec*, 1 sec, 3 sec) If you perform no operations for 30 seconds, the camera automatically switches to Power save mode Power Save (press any button to deactivate the Power save mode).
Page 116 Set an assistant light to help you focus in dark places. AF Lamp (Off, On*) Set to control the camera connected to a Samsung HDTV that supports Anynet+(CEC) with the TV remote control. Anynet+ Off *: View ﬁles without using an HDTV remote...
Page 117 Settings menu Item Description Set the function to use via a USB connection with a computer or printer. Computer *: Connect your camera to a computer for transferring ﬁles. Printer : Connect your camera to a printer for printing ﬁles. Select Mode : Select a USB mode when you connect your camera to another device.
Page 118: Error Messages
Error messages When the following error messages appear, try these remedies. Error message Suggested remedies Turn off your camera and then turn it on again. Card Error Remove your memory card and insert it again. Format your memory card. (p. 114) Card not The inserted memory card is not available with supported.
Page 119: Camera Maintenance
Camera maintenance Cleaning your camera Camera lens and touch screen Use a blower brush to remove dust and wipe the lens gently with a soft cloth. If any dust remains, apply lens cleaning liquid to a piece of cleaning paper and wipe gently. Camera body Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth.
Page 120: About Memory Cards
Camera maintenance About memory cards Memory cards you can use You can use microSD (Secure Digital) memory cards. Memory card capacity The memory capacity may differ depending on shooting scenes or shooting conditions. These capacities are based on a 1 GB microSD card: Size...
Page 121: About The Battery
Record videos at 1280 X 720 HQ Videos Approx. 80 min resolution and 30 fps. The ﬁgures above are measured by Samsung’s standards and may differ depending on actual usage. Several videos were recorded in succession to determine the total recording time.
Page 122 Camera maintenance Notes about charging the battery If the indicator light is off, make sure that the battery is inserted correctly. Turn off your camera when charging. Turn on your camera after charging the battery for more than 10 minutes. Using the ﬂash or recording videos depletes the battery quickly.
Page 123 Camera maintenance Personal injury or death can occur if the battery is handled carelessly or improperly. For your safety, follow these instructions for proper battery handling: The battery can ignite or explode if not handled properly. If you notice any deformities, cracks, or other abnormalities in the battery, immediately discontinue use of the battery and contact your manufacturer.
Page 124: Troubleshooting
Before contacting a service center If you are having trouble with your camera, try these troubleshooting procedures before contacting a service center. If you have attempted the troubleshooting solution and are still having problems with your device, contact your local dealer or service center. Suggested remedies Situation Make sure that the battery is inserted.
Page 125 Before contacting a service center Suggested remedies Situation If you use your camera at very low temperatures, it may cause the camera screen to malfunction or discolor. The camera screen works poorly For better performance of your camera screen, use your camera in moderate temperatures.
Page 126 Before contacting a service center Suggested remedies Situation You can play videos only with the Intelli- studio program. Install the program on Your camera cannot your computer. (p. 88) play videos Make sure that the USB cable is connected correctly. End Intelli-studio and restart the program.
Page 127: Optical Image Stabilization (Ois)
Camera speciﬁcations Image sensor Type 1/2.3" (Approx. 7.76 mm) CCD Effective pixels Approx. 14.2 mega-pixels Total pixels Approx. 14.5 mega-pixels Lens Schneider-KREUZNACH lens Focal length f = 5.6 - 39.2 mm (35 mm ﬁlm equivalent: 31 - 217 mm) F-stop range F3.3 (W) - F5.5 (T) Still image mode: 1.0X - 7.0X Digital zoom...
Page 128 Camera speciﬁcations Effect Photo Style Selector : Normal, Soft, Vivid, Forest, Retro, Cool, Calm, Classic, Negative, Sketch, Defog, Custom RGB Shooting mode Smart Filter : Normal, Miniature, Vignetting, Fish-eye 1, Fish-eye 2 Image Adjust : Sharpness, Contrast, Saturation White Balance Auto WB, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent_H, Fluorescent_L, Tungsten, Custom Set Date Imprinting...
Page 129 PictBridge 1.0 File format Video: H.264 (MPEG-4.AVC) Audio: WAV For 1GB microSD Image size These ﬁgures are measured under Samsung’s standard conditions and may vary depending on shooting conditions and camera settings. card (up to Wireless network Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11 b/g DLNA Version: 1.5...
Page 130 Camera speciﬁcations Interface Digital output USB 2.0 connector Audio output Mono (Internal speaker), Stereo (Microphone) A/V: NTSC, PAL (selectable) Video output HDMI 1.4: NTSC, PAL (selectable) DC power input 20 pin, 4.4V connector Power source Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery (SLB-11A, 1130 mAh) battery The power source may differ depending on your region.
Page 131 This product and its electronic accessories should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal. Samsung Eco-mark It is Samsung’s own symbol mark is used to effectively communicate Samsung’s environmental friendly product activities to the consumers. The mark represents Samsung’s continuous effort on...
Page 132 Caution: Any changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void user’s authority to operate the equipment. IC: 649E-ST5500 Numéro d’agrément: Complies with MR5334 ANRT 2010 IDA Standards Date d’agrément:...
Page 133: Declaration Of Conformity
Model(s) : SAMSUNG ST5500 Manufactured at: Manufacturer: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD. 416, Maetan-3dong, Yeongtong-gu, Suwon-City, Gyeonggi-do, 443-742, Korea Factory: TianJin Samsung Opto-Electronics Co., Ltd. No.9 ZhangHeng Street, Micro-Electronic Industrial Park, JinGang Road, Tianjin, China. 300385 (Factories name and address) Declaration & Applicable standards We hereby declare, that the product above is in compliance with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive (1999/5/...
Page 134: Index
Index Battery in Playback mode 81 Charging 121 in Shooting mode 58 Life 120 Speciﬁcations 120 Adjusting Beauty Shot mode 35 Brightness 81 Contrast Blink detection 54 in Playback mode 81 in Shooting mode 65 Bluetooth 109 Saturation Burst in Playback mode 81 Auto Exposure Bracket in Shooting mode 65 (AEB) 62...
Page 135 Index Focus area Center AF 51 Half-pressing 7 Multi AF 51 HDMI size 115 One touch shooting 51 Smart Touch AF 51 HDTV 85 Focus distance Auto macro 49 Macro 49 Icons 21 Normal (AF) 49 Imprint 115 Format 114 Intelli-studio 88 Frame guide 36 ISO speed 48...
Page 136 Index Service center 123 Settings Recording Accessing 112 Video 38 Camera 114 Voice memo 41 Display 113 Recycle bin 73 Sound 113 Red-eye Shooting mode in Playback mode 82 Auto 27 in Shooting mode 47 DUAL IS 37 Reset 114 Movie 38 Program 38 Resizing 78...
Page 137 Please refer to the warranty that came with your product or visit our website http://www.samsungimaging.com/ for after- sales service or inquiries.

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