Samsung EK-GN120 Manuale Utente

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Getting started10ButtonsButton FunctionPower•Press and hold to turn the device on or off.•Press and hold for 6-8 seconds to reset the device if it h

Camera: Shooting options and settings100•AF lamp: Use this to activate the AF-assist light in low-light conditions.•Power-on mode: Select the defaul

101MediaGalleryUse this application to view images and videos.Tap Gallery on the Applications screen.•Some file formats are not supported depending o

Media102Viewing images using the motion featureWhen an image is zoomed in, tap and hold a point on the screen, and then move the device in any directi

Media103•Print: Print the image via a Wi-Fi connection. The device is only compatible with some Samsung printers.•Rename: Rename the file.•Set as:

Media104Changing coloursTap Colour, select a colour effect at the bottom of the screen, drag the slider to left or right if required, and then tap .Ap

Media105Making image collagesIn a folder, tap → Select item, select two to four images by ticking, and then tap → Create collage. Select a style a

Media106Organising with foldersCreate a folder to organise images or videos stored in the device. You can copy or move files from one folder to anothe

Media107Sharing videosTap → Share via, select videos by ticking, tap Done, and then select a sharing method.Using Popup Video playerUse this feature

Media108To listen to songs at equal volume levels, tap → Settings → Smart volume.When Smart volume is activated, the volume may end up louder than t

Media109Watching videosTap , and then enter a keyword. Select one of the returned search results to watch a video.Rotate the device to landscape orie

Getting started11Command dialWhen using the camera application•Press and hold the Command dial to close the camera application and return to the Home

Media110Photo SuggestUse this application to view photos taken by other users of points of interest near your current location.Tap Photo Suggest on th

111CommunicationContactsUse this application to manage contacts, including phone numbers, email addresses, and others.Tap Contacts on the Applications

Communication112Searching for contactsUse one of the following search methods:•Scroll up or down the contacts list.•Use the index at the right side

Communication113Importing and exporting contactsImporting contactsTap → Import/Export → Import from SIM card, Import from SD card, or Import from US

Communication114Managing groupsTap , and then take one of the following actions:•Create: Make a new group.•Search: Search for contacts.•Change ord

Communication115Sending messagesTap Compose, add recipients, enter a message, and then tap .Use the following methods to add recipients:•Enter a pho

Communication116Viewing incoming messagesIncoming messages are grouped into message threads by contact.Select a contact to view the person’s message.E

Communication117Sending scheduled messagesWhile composing a message, tap → Schedule sending. Tick Schedule sending, set a time and date, and then ta

Communication118Google MailUse this application to quickly and directly access the Google Mail service.Tap Gmail on the Applications screen.•This app

Communication119LabelsGoogle Mail does not use actual folders, but uses labels instead. When Google Mail is launched, it displays messages labelled In

Getting started12Lens layoutLens mount indexFocus ringLens hood mount indexLensLens contactsi-Function buttonAF/MF switchZoom ring•When purchasing op

Communication120MessengerUse this application to chat with others via Google+ instant messaging service.Tap Messenger on the Applications screen.This

121Web & networkInternetUse this application to browse the Internet.Tap Internet on the Applications screen.Viewing webpagesTap the address field,

Web & network122Sharing webpagesTo share a webpage address with others, tap → Share via.To share a part of a webpage, tap and hold the desired t

Web & network123BluetoothBluetooth creates a direct wireless connection between two devices over short distances. Use Bluetooth to exchange data o

Web & network124Screen MirroringUse this feature to connect your device to a large screen with an AllShare Cast dongle or HomeSync and then share

Web & network125Creating a group for Group PlayTap Create group, set a password, and then use the following features:•Share music: Select music f

126Application & media storesPlay StoreUse this application to purchase and download applications and games that are able to run on the device.Tap

Application & media stores127Samsung AppsUse this application to purchase and download dedicated Samsung applications. For more information, visit

128UtilitiesS MemoUse this application to create a memo using images and voice recordings.Tap S Memo on the Applications screen.Composing memosCreate

Utilities129When jotting down a memo, tap once more to change the pen type, line thickness, or pen colour.When erasing the handwritten memo, tap on

Getting started13Package contentsCheck the product box for the following items:Device(including the body cap and hot-shoe cover)Battery USB cableUSB p

Utilities130Viewing a memoTap the memo thumbnail to open it.To delete the memo, tap → Delete.To send the memo to others, tap → Share via.To save the

Utilities131To add an event or task more briefly, tap a date to select it and tap it again.Enter a title and specify which calendar to use or sync wit

Utilities132Syncing with Google CalendarOn the Applications screen, tap Settings → Accounts → Google under My accounts → a Google account → Sync Calen

Utilities133DropboxUse this application to save and share files with others via the Dropbox cloud storage. When you save files to Dropbox, your device

Utilities134Syncing with the Samsung accountTap your Samsung account or Sync settings to sync files.Backing up or restoring dataTap Backup or Restore

Utilities135AlarmSetting alarmsTap Create alarm, set a time for the alarm to go off, select days for the alarm to repeat, and then tap Save.•Location

Utilities136StopwatchTap Start to time an event. Tap Lap to record lap times.Tap Reset to clear lap time records.TimerSet the duration, and then tap S

Utilities137Starting a conversation with the translatorTap the buttons at the bottom of the screen to communicate with another person via spoken trans

Utilities138GoogleUse this application to search not only the Internet, but also applications and their contents on the device as well.Tap Google on t

Utilities139Voice SearchUse this application to search webpages by speaking.Tap Voice Search on the Applications screen.This application may not be av

Getting started14•The illustrations may differ from the actual items.•The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary depe

Utilities140DownloadsUse this application to see what files are downloaded through the applications.Tap Downloads on the Applications screen.This appl

141Travel & localMapsUse this application to pinpoint the location of the device, search for places, or get directions.Tap Maps on the Application

Travel & local142Getting directions for a destination1 Tap .2 Tap , and then select a method to enter starting and ending locations:•My current

Travel & local143NavigationUse this application to search for a route to a destination.Tap Navigation on the Applications screen.•Navigation maps

144SettingsAbout SettingsUse this application to configure the device, set application options, and add accounts.Tap Settings on the Applications scre

Settings145Wi-Fi DirectWi-Fi Direct connects two devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point.On the Settings screen, tap Co

Settings146More networksCustomise settings to control networks.Flight modeThis disables all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-ne

Settings147VPNSet up and connect to virtual private networks (VPNs).Nearby devices•File sharing: Activate media sharing to allow other DLNA-enabled d

Settings148DisplayChange the settings for the display.•Wallpaper:–Home screen: Select a background image for the Home screen.–Lock screen: Select a

Settings149SoundChange settings for various sounds on the device.•Volume: Adjust the volume level for music and videos, system sounds, and notificati

Getting started15Installing the SIM or USIM card and batteryInsert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider, and the inc

Settings150AccessibilityAccessibility services are special features for those with certain physical disabilities. Access and alert the following setti

Settings151•Assistant menu: Set the device to show the assistive shortcut icon that helps you access functions supported by external buttons or featu

Settings152•Predictive text: Activate predictive text mode to predict words based on your input and show word suggestions. You can also customise the

Settings153Samsung keyboardTo change the Samsung keyboard settings, tap .The available options may vary depending on the region or service provider.•

Settings154Voice recogniserSelect a voice recognition engine.This feature appears once you use a voice recognition application.Voice searchFor Samsung

Settings155For Google voice recognition, use the following options:•Language: Select a language for the voice recognition.•Speech output: Set the de

Settings156•Palm motion:–Capture screen: Set the device to capture an image of the screen when you sweep your hand to the left or right across the s

Settings157Backup and resetChange the settings for managing settings and data.•Back up my data: Set the device to back up settings and application da

Settings158•Encrypt external SD card: Set the device to encrypt files on a memory card.If you reset your device to the factory defaults with this set

Settings159Application managerView and manage the applications on your device.BatteryView the amount of battery power consumed by your device.PowerAct

Getting started163 Push the SIM or USIM card into the slot until it locks in place.•Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot. If a memory c

Settings160Date and timeAccess and alter the following settings to control how the device displays the time and date.If the battery remains fully disc

161Optional applicationsThe following applications must be downloaded before you can use them.•Paper Artist•Samsung Link•Sphere•Story Album•Video

162TroubleshootingBefore contacting a Samsung Service Centre, please attempt the following solutions. Some situations may not apply to your device.The

Troubleshooting163Photos are blurred when shooting at nightAs the device tries to let in more light, the shutter speed slows. This can make it difficu

Troubleshooting164When the flash is not functional•Press the Flash release button to pop the flash up.•The flash option may be set to Off. (p. 87)•

Troubleshooting165When you turn on your device or while you are using the device, it prompts you to enter one of the following codes:•Password: When

Troubleshooting166The touch screen responds slowly or improperly•If you attach a protective cover or optional accessories to the touch screen, the to

Troubleshooting167The battery depletes faster than when first purchased•When you expose the battery to very cold or very hot temperatures, the useful

Troubleshooting168Error messages appear when opening multimedia filesIf you receive error messages or files do not play, when opening multimedia files

Troubleshooting169Your device cannot find your current locationGPS signals may be obstructed in some locations, such as indoors. Set the device to use

Getting started17Removing the SIM or USIM cardPush the SIM or USIM card until it disengages from the device, and then pull it out.Removing the battery

170Cleaning the deviceCamera lens and displayUse a blower brush to remove dust, and then wipe the lens gently with a soft cloth. If any dust remains,

171Concepts in PhotographyShooting posturesA correct posture for stabilising the camera is necessary for taking a good photo. Even if you hold a camer

Concepts in Photography172Standing photographyCompose your shot, stand up straight with your feet shoulder-length apart, and keep your elbows pointed

Concepts in Photography173ApertureThe aperture, a hole that controls the amount of light that enters the camera, is one of the three factors that dete

Concepts in Photography174Aperture value and the depth of fieldYou can blur or sharpen the background of a photo by controlling the aperture. It is cl

Concepts in Photography175Shutter speedShutter speed refers to the amount of time it takes to open and close the shutter, and it is an important facto

Concepts in Photography176ISO sensitivityThe exposure of an image is determined by the sensitivity of the camera. This sensitivity is based on interna

Concepts in Photography177How the aperture setting, shutter speed, and ISO sensitivity control exposureThe aperture setting, shutter speed, and ISO se

Concepts in Photography178Shutter speedSetting ResultFast speed = less lightSlow speed = more lightFast = stillSlow = blurryISO sensitivitySetting Res

Concepts in Photography179Correlation between focal length, angle, and perspectiveFocal length, which is measured in millimetres, is the distance betw

Getting started18Charging the batteryUse the charger to charge the battery before using it for the first time. A computer can be also used to charge t

Concepts in Photography180Look at these photos below and compare the changes.20 mm angle 50 mm angle 200 mm angleNormally, a lens with a wide angle is

Concepts in Photography181A photo with a small DOF, which stresses the subject and makes the rest of it blurred, can be obtained by using a telescope

Concepts in Photography182DOF depends on focal lengthThe longer the focal length is, the lower the DOF gets. A telescope lens with a longer focal leng

Concepts in Photography183CompositionIt is fun to take a photo of the beauty of world with a camera. No matter how the world is beautiful, however, a

Concepts in Photography184Using the rule of thirds will create photos with stable and compelling compositions. Below are a few examples.Photos with tw

Concepts in Photography185When taking landscape photos, centring the horizon will create an unbalanced effect. Give more weight to the photo by moving

Concepts in Photography186Flash guide numberThe model number of a flash refers to the flash’s power, and the maximum amount of light created is repres

English (HK). 07/2013. Rev. 1.0Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider, or software version, and is subject

Getting started19•The device can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge the battery.•If the device receives an unstabl

2About this manualThis device provides high quality mobile communication and entertainment using Samsung’s high standards and technological expertise.

Getting started20Reducing the battery consumptionYour device provides options that help you save battery power. By customising these options and deact

Getting started211 Slide the latch and open the flap.2 Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.3 Push the memory card in

Getting started22Formatting the memory cardA memory card formatted on a computer, memory card reader, or other device may not be compatible with this

Getting started23Attaching and removing a lens•Use only Samsung-approved lenses. Samsung is not responsible for damage caused by using another manufa

Getting started24Attaching the lensTo attach the lens, align the red mark on the lens with the red mark on the device. Then, rotate the lens as shown

Getting started25Removing the lensTo remove the lens, turn off the device, press and hold the lens release button, and then rotate the lens as shown i

Getting started26•Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorised personnel in areas where the use of wireless devices is restricted, such

27BasicsIndicator iconsThe icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the device. The icons listed in the table

Basics28Using the touch screenUse only fingers to use the touch screen.•Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devi

Basics29DraggingTo move an icon, thumbnail, or preview to a new location, tap and hold it and drag it to the target position.Double-tappingDouble-tap

About this manual3•Default applications that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer be supported without prior notice. If you

Basics30PinchingSpread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Pinch to zoom out.Control motionsSimple motions allow easy con

Basics31To prevent the display from rotating automatically, open the notifications panel and deselect Screen rotation.•Some applications do not allow

Basics32TiltingTap and hold two points on the screen, and then tilt the device back and forth to zoom in or out.Palm motionsUse palm motions to contro

Basics33CoveringCover the screen with a palm to pause media playback.NotificationsNotification icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen

Basics34•Mobile data: Activate or deactivate the data connection.•Blocking mode: Activate or deactivate blocking mode. In blocking mode, the device

Basics35Adding an itemCustomise the Home screen by adding widgets, folders, or panels.Tap and hold the empty area on the Home screen, and then select

Basics36Setting wallpaperSet an image or photo stored in the device as wallpaper for the Home screen.On the Home screen, tap → Set wallpaper → Home s

Basics37Opening from recently-used applicationsTap and hold to open the list of recently-used applications.Select an application icon to open.Closin

Basics38Rearranging panelsPinch on the screen, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.Installing applicationsUse application

Basics39Entering textUse the Samsung Chinese IME keyboard, the Samsung keyboard, or the voice input feature to enter text.Text entry is not supported

About this manual4Trademarks•SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics.•The Android logo, Google™, Google Maps™,

Basics40HandwritingTap → Full handwriting, and then write a word with a finger. Suggested words appear as characters are entered. Select a suggested

Basics41Changing language keyboardsAdd languages to the keyboard, and then slide the space key left or right to change language keyboards.HandwritingT

Basics42Connecting to a Wi-Fi networkConnect the device to a Wi-Fi network to use the Internet or share media files with other devices. (p. 144)Turnin

Basics43Setting up accountsGoogle applications, such as Play Store, require a Google account, and Samsung Apps requires a Samsung account. Create Goog

Basics44Transferring filesMove audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to the computer, or vice versa.The following file formats

Basics45Connecting as a media device1 Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable.2 Open the notifications panel, and then tap Connected as

Basics46Setting a PINOn the Applications screen, tap Settings → My device → Lock screen → Screen lock → PIN.Enter at least four numbers, and then ente

Basics47•Do not turn off the computer or disconnect the USB cable while the device is upgrading.•While upgrading the device, do not connect other me

48Camera: Basic functionsLaunching CameraUse this application to take photos or videos.Tap Camera on the Applications screen. Alternatively, press the

Camera: Basic functions49Learning iconsThe icons displayed on the preview screen provide information about current shooting options and settings. The

5Table of ContentsGetting started8 Device layout10 Buttons10 Dioptre adjustment dial11 Command dial12 Lens layout13 Package contents15 Installin

Camera: Basic functions50Closing CameraOn the preview screen, tap to close the camera application and return to the Home screen.Selecting the operat

Camera: Basic functions51Taking videosPress the Video recording button to take a video. To stop recording, press the Video recording button again.Or,

Camera: Basic functions52Viewing photos and videosTo view taken photos or videos, tap the gallery icon. Scroll left or right to view the next or previ

Camera: Basic functions53Changing shooting options quicklyTap to change shooting options quickly. The available options vary by mode.• : Configure

Camera: Basic functions54Tips for taking clearer photosHolding the camera correctlyMake sure not to block the screen, lens, flash, or microphone.Make

Camera: Basic functions55Reducing camera shakeSet the Optical Image Stabiliser (OIS) option to reduce camera shake optically. (p. 53)Keeping the subje

Camera: Basic functions56Using the focus lockHalf-press the Shutter button to focus. When the subject is focused, you can change the composition. When

Camera: Basic functions57When subjects are moving rapidlyUse the continuous shooting option to take photos of moving subjects. (p. 65, p. 85)To take s

58Camera: Shooting modesAutoUse this to take photos with scene modes selected automatically by the camera. In this mode, the camera recognises surroun

Camera: Shooting modes59ExpertUse this to take photos and videos with manual adjustment of various shooting options, including the shutter speed, aper

Table of Contents696 DMF96 Noise reduction96 Distortions correct96 Colour space97 Dynamic range97 Overexposure guide98 Video recording options98

Camera: Shooting modes60Tap MODE → Expert → P, and set the desired shooting options.Program shiftThe program shift feature lets you adjust the combina

Camera: Shooting modes61Shutter priority modeIn this mode, the camera automatically adjusts the aperture value according to the shutter speed you choo

Camera: Shooting modes62Using the bulb featureUse this feature to shoot night scenes or the night sky. While you are pressing the Shutter button, the

Camera: Shooting modes63Using the i-Function buttonPress the i-Function button on the lens repeatedly to select an option, and then rotate the focus r

Camera: Shooting modes64•One Touch AF/MF: Change the focus mode.•AF Lock: Lock the focus by half-pressing the Shutter button to focus on the subject

Camera: Shooting modes65Best photoUse this to take multiple photos in a short time, and then choose the best photos among them.Tap MODE → Smart → Best

Camera: Shooting modes66Best faceUse this to take multiple group shots at the same time and combine them to create the best possible image.Tap MODE →

Camera: Shooting modes67Vignette+Use this to highlight the centre of the photo by darkening the edges.Tap MODE → Smart → Vignette+.LandscapeUse this t

Camera: Shooting modes68MacroUse this to take photos of very close subjects.Tap MODE → Smart → Macro.Hold the camera steady to prevent blurry photos.F

Camera: Shooting modes69Action freezeUse this to take photos of subjects moving at high speed.Tap MODE → Smart → Action freeze.Use in bright daylight

Table of Contents7Settings144 About Settings144 Connections147 My device156 Accounts157 More160 Google SettingsOptional applicationsTroubleshooting

Camera: Shooting modes70•This feature may be affected by camera shake, lighting, movement of the subject, and shooting environment.•The flash is dis

Camera: Shooting modes71•Avoid the following for best results:–Moving the camera too quickly or too slowly.–Moving the camera too little to take th

Camera: Shooting modes72Animated photoUse this to create a photo in which selected objects move by freezing or animating moving objects automatically

Camera: Shooting modes73DramaUse this to take a series of photos and combine them to create an image that shows trails of the movement.Tap MODE → Smar

Camera: Shooting modes74•Hold the camera steady and remain still while taking photos.•When taking photos of an object and background with similar co

Camera: Shooting modes75Creative shotUse this to apply an appropriate filter to a scene automatically detected by the camera.Tap MODE → Smart → Creati

Camera: Shooting modes76SunsetUse this to take photos of the sunset.Tap MODE → Smart → Sunset.NightUse this to take photos in low-light conditions, wi

Camera: Shooting modes77FireworksUse this to take photos of fireworks.Tap MODE → Smart → Fireworks.The image may appear blurry due to the slow shutter

Camera: Shooting modes78My modeUse this to register your favourite shooting modes and select them conveniently. You can register up to 10 modes.Tap MO

Camera: Shooting modes79•Videos recorded in 3D may be dark or playback may be jittery.•Shooting in low temperatures may result in colour distortion

8Getting startedDevice layoutMicrophonePower buttonShutter buttonAF-assist lightLens mount indexVideo recording buttonFlashFlash release buttonMicroph

80Camera: Shooting options and settingsCustomising shooting optionsVarious shooting options are provided with your camera. With them, you can take mor

Camera: Shooting options and settings81•When taking a photo, if the appropriate exposure value cannot be decided, use the AE BKT option to take three

Camera: Shooting options and settings82•Increase the ISO sensitivity in places where flash use is prohibited. You can take a clear photo by setting a

Camera: Shooting options and settings83•Colour temperature: Use this to manually adjust the colour temperature of the light source. Colour temperatur

Camera: Shooting options and settings84When taking a photo, if the appropriate white balance option cannot be decided, use the WB BKT option to take t

Camera: Shooting options and settings85DriveUse this option to set the shooting method. Continuous or burst shots are recommended for shooting the rap

Camera: Shooting options and settings86DisplayUse this option to add or remove shooting information from the screen.Tap → → Display, and select an

Camera: Shooting options and settings87Save as User modeUse this to save the current settings as your own shooting mode.Tap → → Save as User mode.F

Camera: Shooting options and settings88•2nd Curtain: Use this to fire the flash just before the shutter closes. The camera takes a photo of a subject

Camera: Shooting options and settings89AF modeUse this option to select a focus mode appropriate to the subject.If the lens has an AF/MF switch, you m

Getting started9Headset jackMultipurpose jackHDMI portFlapLatchTripod mountYou can attach Samsung-approved, optional accessories to the hot-shoe, such

Camera: Shooting options and settings90AF AreaUse this option to change the positions of the focus area.Generally, cameras focus on the nearest subjec

Camera: Shooting options and settings91•Tracking AF: Use this to track and automatically focus on your subject, even when the subject is moving or wh

Camera: Shooting options and settings92QualityUse this option to select a higher photo quality for better photos. Selecting a higher photo quality als

Camera: Shooting options and settings93TimerUse this option for delayed-time shots.Tap → → Timer, and select an option.Press the Shutter button to

Camera: Shooting options and settings94Link AE to AF PointUse this option to measure the exposure value of the focus area. When this option is on, the

Camera: Shooting options and settings95•This feature may not function properly in the following conditions:–When you move the camera to follow a mov

Camera: Shooting options and settings96DMFUse the Direct Manual Focus (DMF) option to adjust the focus manually by rotating the focus ring after achie

Camera: Shooting options and settings97•Adobe RGB: Adobe RGB is used for commercial printing and has a larger colour range than sRGB. Its wider range

Camera: Shooting options and settings98Video recording optionsTap → , and configure the settings for video recording.•Movie size: Select a resolut

Camera: Shooting options and settings99Camera settingsTap → , and configure the settings for Camera.•User type: Select the operation type for basi