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Samsung Digimax U-CA 401 User's Manual

1. Pressing __ Pressing _ the ZOOM e ei the ZOOM EE T button EE Tbuton ME H e WIDE Zoom Digital zoom WIDE Pressing the zoom W button will reduce the digital zooming in steps Releasing zoom button W stops digital zooming Pressing a Oe the ZOOM al the ZOOM E W button H INFORMATION To use the digital zoom the LCD monitor has to be turned on Images taken using the digital zoom may take a little longer for the camera to process Allow time for this to take place e The digital zoom cannot be used in movie clip shots You may notice a decrease in image quality when using the digital zoom 25 Voice memo 8 UP button m While the menu is showing press the UP button to move up the submenu cursor m When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor the UP button operates as the voice memo button You can add your voice over to a stored still image Recording a voice memo 1 Select the STILL IMAGE mode by sliding the mode switch 2 Press the VOICE MEMO button If the voice memo indicator is displayed on the LCD monitor the setting is completed Preparing for Voice Memo Recording Voice Memo 3 Press the shutter button and take a picture The picture is stored on the memory card 4 Voice memo will be recorded for ten seconds from the moment the picture is stored In the middle of the s
2. Highlighted image Normal display mode elmage enlargement 1 Select an image that you want to enlarge and press the enlargement button 2 Different parts of the image can be viewed by pressing the 5 function button 3 Pressing the thumbnail button will zoom back to the original full sized image You can tell whether the image displayed is an enlarged view by checking the image enlargement indicator shown at the bottom left of the LCD monitor If the image is not an enlarged view the indicator will not be displayed You can also check the area of enlargement Movie clips and WAV files can t be enlarged If an image is enlarged a loss of quality may occur 44 Thumbnail 23 Enlargement O button When playing 8X zoom is available regardless of the image resolution e Trimming You can extract part of the image that you want and save it separately d i 1 Select an image that you want to enlarge and press the E La TRIMMING enlargement button i b j EN 2 Different parts of the image can be viewed by pressing OMNES the 5 function button 3 Press the MENU button and a message will be displayed as shown alongside 4 Press the OK button to save the trimmed image with a new file name The trimmed image will be displayed on the LCD monitor Press the LEFT button to return to the image before it was selected If there is little memory space to save the trimm
3. Language m There is a choice of languages that can be displayed on the LCD monitor Even if the batteries or AC adapter are removed and inserted again the language setting will be preserved Setting Language 1 In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode press the MENU button lt m EXP fe 2 WE 2 Press the LEFT RIGHT button and select the SETUP AUTO menu tab SET UP 3 Select the LANGUAGE menu by pressing the UP FILE DOWN button and press the RIGHT button PWR OFF ENGLISH 4 Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP DOWN LANGUAGE M button and press the OK button BACK SET OK LANGUAGE sub menu Korean English French German Italian Spanish S Chinese T Chinese 5 Press the menu button twice and the menu will disappear Formatting a memory card m his is used for formatting the memory card If you run FORMAT on the memory card all images including the protected images will be deleted Be sure to download important images to your PC before formatting the memory card m f the memory card is not inserted the internal memory will be formatted e Formatting a Memory Card 1 In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode press the MENU button DN 5p Arr go WE 2 Press the LEFT RIGHT button and select the SETUP AUTO menu tab SET UP 3 Select the FORMAT menu by pressing the UP DOWN PWR OFF button and press the RIGHT button LANGUAGE NO FORMAT YES BACK SET OK
4. Initialization RESET ALL i All camera menu and function settings will be restored to their default values However values for DATE TIME LANGUAGE and VIDEO OUT will not be changed e Initializing the Camera 1 In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode press the MENU button lt M P Gg 2 e 2 Press the LEFT RIGHT button and select the SETUP AUTO menu tab SERES SERE 3 Select the RESET menu by pressing the UP DOWN LCD button and press the RIGHT button RESET 4 Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP DOWN BACK SET OK button and press the OK button If NO is selected Settings will not be restored to their defaults If YES is selected All settings will be restored to their defaults 5 Press the menu button twice and the menu will disappear Function lamp m You can turn on and off the function lamp located on the front of the camera e Setting the function lamp 1 In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode lt M EP fc 2 WE press the MENU button AUTO 2 Press the LEFT RIGHT button and select the SETUP SET UP menu tab KOD 3 Select the LAMP menu by pressing the UP DOWN RESET ON button and press the RIGHT button ae F e 4 Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP DOWN l button and press the OK button If OFF is selected The function lamp will not light up If ON is selected The function lamp will light up 5 Press the menu button twice
5. 4 Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP DOWN button and press the OK button If NO is selected The memory card will not be formatted If YES is selected A PLEASE WAIT message appears and the memory card will be formatted If you ran FORMAT in Play mode a NO IMAGE message will appear INFORMATION e Be sure to run FORMAT on the following types of memory card A new memory card or an unformatted memory card A memory card that has a file this camera can t recognize or one that has been taken from another camera e Always format the memory card using this camera If you insert a memory card that has been formatted using other cameras memory card readers or PCs you will get a CARD ERROR message 58 Setting up the Date Time Date type m You can change the date and time that will be displayed on the captured images and set up the date type e Setting Date Time amp Selecting Date type 1 In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode press the MENU button I9 EYP fe 2a WE 2 Press the LEFT RIGHT button and select the SETUP m d AUTO P inm DATE menu by pressing the UP DOWN LANGUAGE 4 05 01 08 17 Select the menu by pressing the FORMAT isses button and press the RIGHT button DATE Y M D 4 Use the UP DOWN LEFT and RIGHT buttons to select BACK 4 SET OK the desired submenu value and then press the OK button D B Ap o d RIGHT button Selects the m AUTO
6. Digimax Viewer 2 1 and Digimax Viewer 2 1 will then open 2 If the Auto Launch option is selected this program will be executed automatically with GEORG the camera EF fe LE E ale 3 You can easily use the Digimax viewer 2 1 program as it offers a FILE menu and TOOL bar And you can use the pop up menu Click an image and press the right mouse button Digimax Viewer functions are listed below Basic functions Copy Cut Paste Delete Rotate Rename changing file type Resize Property Advanced functions Print Slide show Export Sending e mail On line print Web album etc INFORMATION Before deleting images from the camera you should protect or download images to your computer that you wish to keep e Refer to the Help menu in Digimax viewer 2 1 for further information 88 Using Photolmpression With Photolmpression you can edit or store still images that you downloaded from the camera This software is only available in Windows version To start the program click Start Programs ArcSoft Photolmpression Photolmpression The following screen will appear Help Button Tool Bar You can use Photolmpression to perform the following tasks m Command Button Imports a picture from an album a source folder or the camera scanner or captures screen shots of what is being viewed on the current monitor Selects Cut Resize Edit Image
7. Remove re insert batteries and switch camera on e Re format the memory card p 58 Select appropriate White balance Reset exposure compensation Clean the lens or LCD Date is not displayed on the LCD monitor in the PLAY mode e Date imprint function is set to OFF e Switch the Date imprint function ON When using the PC s explorer the Removable Disk file does not show The images dont play back 70 e Cable connection is incorrect The camera is off There are no batteries the batteries are exhausted or the AC adapter is not connected e The operating system is not Windows 98 98SE 2000 ME XP Mac OS 9 0 10 2 Alternatively the PC does not support USB e The USB driver is not installed Incorrect file name Violation of DCF format Check the connection Turn the camera on e Insert new batteries or check the adapter connection Install Windows 98 98SE 2000 ME XP Mac OS 9 0 10 2 to PC that supports USB Install a USB Storage Driver Do not change the image file name Specification Type 1 2 5 CCD Effective Pixels Approx 4 0 Mega pixel Image Sensor Total Pixels Approx 4 2 Mega pixel SHD Lens f 5 8mm 35mm film equivalent 35mm F No F 3 2 Still Image mode 1 0X 4 0X Play mode 1 0X 8 0X Optical Viewfinder Optical virtual image viewfinder LCD Monitor 1 5 color TFT LCD TTL Auto Focus Focusing Norma
8. If this does not work lens cleaning paper with lens cleaning fluid can be used Clean the camera body with a soft cloth Do not allow this camera to come into contact with solvent materials such as benzol insecticide thinners etc This may damage the body shell of the camera and also affect its performance Rough handling can damage the LCD monitor Take care to avoid damage and keep the camera in its protective carry case at all times when not in use m Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the camera m Under certain conditions static electricity can cause the flash unit to fire This is not harmful to the camera and is not a malfunction m When images are uploaded or downloaded the data transfer may be affected by static electricity In this case disconnect and re connect the USB cable before trying the transfer again 67 Warning indicator B There are several warnings that may appear on the LCD display Warning indicator Causes Remedy CARD FULL LOW LIGHT CARD LOCKED There is insufficient memory capacity to take an image e When taking pictures in dark places The memory card is locked e Insert a new CARD or delete stored images to free up some memory Use a tripod and take pictures in Flash Photography mode e Slide the write protect switch to the bottom of the memory card NO IMAGE e There are no images stored on the internal memory or the CARD e Take image
9. The Digimax U CA 401 camera driver is lt Digimax vca ADi installed automatically T qwe pint a d Click 2 Camera driver installation is complete Click the Finish button Click EX 79 Setting up the application software 3 A window for which you can select application software will be displayed Select the ear Digimax LUCA 40H m program and click the Install n e 3l Refer to page 74 for more information about the application program INFORMATION e f you select Exit at the step 3 the application program installation will be cancelled pick ian ee 4 Install Digimax Viewer Click Next gt button Dick __ INFORMATION e f you select Cancel at step 4 a window for installing Photolmpression will be displayed 5 The Software License Agreement window will aS be displayed If you agree to this click Yes 2m i the window will then move to the next step i If you disagree click No and the installation E program will be canceled puer mpm 6 A destination selection window will open Click r3 Next gt To copy to the files to another folder a click Browse and choose a folder you want cic el 6 Setting up the application software 7 A window will open asking you to choose a 2 folder to which program icons will be added Me ED RS Ne HATH irm cam Click Next gt button different f
10. i Images except for movie clips and voice file are printed as index type 1 Press and hold the Play mode button for 2 seconds and press the Menu button 2 Press the LEFT RIGHT button and select the DPOF Ma ne SEEN ES DPOF menu tab STANDARD YES 3 Select the INDEX menu by pressing the UP DOWN INDEX NO button and press the RIGHT button CANCEL 4 Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP DOWN BACK SETOK button If NO is selected Cancel the index print setting If YES is selected The image will be printed in index format 5 Press the OK button to confirm the setting 6 Press the menu button twice and the menu will disappear DPOF CANCEL m You can cancel the STANDARD INDEX settings Cancel the setting to reset the value to its default 1 Press and hold the Play mode button for 2 seconds and press the Menu button 4m De N ST 2a gt 2 Press the LEFT RIGHT button and select the DPOF DPOF menu tab STANDARD 3 Select the CANCEL menu by pressing the UP DOWN INDEX STANDARD button and press the RIGHT button CANCEL INDEX 4 Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP DOWN BACA A SEI button If STANDARD is selected Cancels the standard print setting If INDEX is selected Cancels the index print setting 5 Press the OK button to confirm the setting 6 Press the menu button twice and the menu will disappear 94 Setup menu E In this mode you can set up ba
11. Green lamp blinks X igh button is pressed halfway Red lamp lights up While saving an image Green lamp blinks While shooting a video X Green lamp blinks During voice recording The blue lamp blinks in a sequence X While the camera is connected to a PC X Green lamp lights up While transferring data between the camera and a PC X Green lamp blinks When shooting an image Blue lamp blinks once for 1 second X When the self timer is activated While the self timer is i i is blinks eee Autofocus mark a ue lamp blinks at 1 secon i running intervals For the final three Green lamp lights up lights up green seconds the blue lamp blinks rapidly at 0 25 second intervals When the LCD monitor is light turned off in Still Image mode Green lamp lights up 13 Connecting to a Power Source B here are two ways in which to provide the camera with power You can use batteries or alternatively you can use an AC 100 250V Adapter DC 5V 2 04 m We recommend using batteries for a digital camera Within a year from the date of manufacture The batteries are listed below Non rechargeable batteries CP 1 battery Rechargeable batteries Digimax power pack SLB 1037 m he product package may very depending upon which country in which you are located m Charging the rechargeable battery Digimax power pack SLB 1037 e Charging the battery Insert the rechargeable battery into the
12. it is not possible to operate the shutter button i e capture an image To capture an image simply cancel the menu display by pressing the MENU button m he following functions are available depending on the mode you have selected The items indicated by are default settings Menu tab Main menu Sub menu Camera working mode tan AUTO NIGHT e MySET e TEXT 2272X1704 2048X1536 1600X1200 e 1024X768 640X480 640X480 320X240 S FINE QUALITY FINE e NORMAL 31 Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera Menu tab Main menu Camera working mode Jn MULTI QS m e My SPOT nB AUTO DAYLIGHT WHITE CLOUDY SUNSET e My Cj BALANCE FLUORESCENT TUNGSTEN NORMAL EFFECT B amp W e SINGLE a AEB SOFT uu s VIVID EXPOSURE 2 0EV 0 0EV 2 0EV e oo MANUAL AUTO EXPOSURE 1 8 1 4 1 2 1 2 4 8 SEC 32 How to use the menu 1 Turn on the camera and press the MENU button A menu for each camera mode appears However there is no menu for Voice Recording mode 2 Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to navigate through the menus 4 So A eoi 425 WW fe FF 4 WE Azz cl e DIES Press the LEFT mt lt Press the LEFT woz ms m MODE or RIGHT button SIZE or RIGHT button QUALITY AUTO NIGHT lt _ MYSET TEXT EE d 2048X1536 lt _ lt SERE 1600X1200 1024X768 S
13. year month day hour minute date type SET UP LEFT button Moves the cursor to the DATE main LANGUAGE 04 01 01 08 17 e FORMAT menu if the cursor is at the first item of DATE YME the date and time setup In all other BACK SET OK cases the cursor will be shifted to the left of its current position UP and DOWN buttons Changes the setting value Date type Y M D year month day M D Y month day year D M Y day month year 5 Press the menu button twice and the menu will disappear Imprinting the recording date m There is an option to include DATE TIME on still images e Date Imprinting 1 In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode press the MENU button EXP fe 2 dX o 2 Press the LEFT RIGHT button and select the SETUP m AUTO menu tab SET UP 3 Select the IMPRINT menu by pressing the UP DOWN FORMAT OFF button and press the RIGHT button DATE DATE 4 Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the desired date OE en OK imprint type and then press the OK button OFF The DATE amp TIME will not be imprinted on the image file DATE Only the DATE will be imprinted on the image file D amp TIME X The DATE amp TIME will be imprinted on the image file 5 Press the menu button twice and the menu will disappear S9 Imprinting the recording date INFORMATION The Date amp Time are imprinted at the bottom right side of the still image e The date will be imprinted as a
14. 98 SE system the Found New Hardware Wizard dialog box opens and a window asking you to select a driver file may appear In this case specify the USB Driver folder on the supplied software CD When connecting the camera to your PC it is recommended that you use an AC power adapter Before connecting the camera to the PC You should first install the camera driver e After installing the camera driver you have to restart your PC If you connect the camera to the PC before installing the camera driver the Found New Hardware Wizard will open In this case cancel the Found New Hardware Wizard and disconnect the camera Install the camera driver and connect the camera to the PC again e Should the computer not find the camera driver after installation please try one or more of the following measures 1 Delete the camera driver p 84 and re install the driver 2 Refer to FAQ p 90 to check for a possible solution to the problem 3 If your PC s central processing unit is VIA chip This is shown in the USB Host Controller download the patch file from the Samsung Camera web page http www samsungcamera com 80 Starting PC Mode e If you insert the USB cable into the USB connection terminal the camera mode will change to the PC mode automatically e In this mode you can download stored images to your PC through the USB cable e The LCD monitor is always turned off in PC mode e The auto focus lamp will blink when the
15. Duo on its own into a Memory Stick compatible device Do not insert the Memory Stick Duo adapter into a Memory Stick compatible device without attaching the Memory Card Duo to the adapter Using it without the Memory Stick Duo may adversely affect the device into which it is inserted Be sure to check the proper direction of insertion before use e Insert the Memory Stick Duo all the way into the Memory Stick Duo adapter If the Memory Stick Duo is not inserted correctly into the adapter it may not operate properly Do not attach labels to any part of the Memory Stick Duo and Memory Stick Duo adapter The labels may come off as you insert the Memory Stick Duo into the adapter or into a Memory Stick compatible device e When inserting the Memory Stick Duo into the slot do not force or bend it Do not touch the Memory Stick Duo adapter s card pins with your fingers or with metal objects Do not allow dirt or foreign material to get into the Memory Stick Duo adapter slot Do not leave the Memory Stick Duo with its adapter in areas subject to high temperatures e Those models with the write protect switch on the back of the card prevents accidental erasure of data from deletion or formatting By sliding the switch to the top of the memory card the data will be protected By sliding the switch to the bottom of the memory card the data protection ability will be canceled Please use a pointed object to move the write protect switch Sl
16. EUREN Mebcdisti eie tete e OU ueste docu dioe Mp Uia Vulcan oe eee i White balance eme Solel en rer PENNE eS dioses Hones GE Xposuig Seco oes eerie eManual Exposure Night Mode 24 24 24 24 26 26 21 21 29 30 30 31 33 33 34 35 36 36 37 38 38 39 40 40 PLAY Starting play mode esteso aae dresses mPlaying back a still image mPlaying back a movie clip eee mPlaying back a recorded voice 41 41 42 42 3 Contents el CD monitor indicator 43 eFunction lamp 61 eUsing the camera buttons to adjust the Selecting Video out type eee 62 camara ieee tier ot eQuick View eme 2183 e Thumbnail Enlargement button 44 Setting up the MyCAM menu 64 e Voice memo Up button db Startup Image diesseis Dd Delete DOWN button errr ree cee eee ee 46 eStart up SOLUICI 599 Erro oai Sew tacens SUS eL EFT RIGHT MENU OK button 47 Shutter sound eeeeeeee65 l CD Dilton assessed tuse AT lmportant Notes eseese espaces 6 Setting up the play back function using the Warning indicator eee 68 LCD monitor 48 e Before contacting a service center 69 eDeleting all images 49 eSpecification emm 71 Protecting images esseer eee eee e49 Starting the slide show 50 SOFTWARE a Bet eee ee ee SOFTWARE aCOPY TOCARD axs aeateasieatisemanbo eSoftware Notes eem 7 DPOF stereos eon 5s e
17. Insert Text Enhance Picture Insert Effects or Layer Performs Insert Frame Insert Borders Insert Calendar Insert Greeting Cards Insert Template or Connect with Other Software Saves the edited picture and sends an e mail or uses it as the background image Outputs the edited picture according to your preferences 89 Using Photolmpression E Tool Bar Description Description Resize Layer 2 Rotate Layer Flip Layer Horizontally E Rotate All Layers Undo Redo Copy Paste Delete Layer J Close Picture INFORMATION For detailed instruction on how to use Photolmpression please refer to the program s Help FAQ m Please check the following if the USB connection malfunctions Case 1 The camera power is off Turn the camera power on We recommend using an AC power adapter in PC mode Case 2 USB Driver is not installed correctly Install the USB Driver correctly Refer to page 75 Case 3 The USB cable is not connected or you are using a cable with an incorrect specification Use a USB cable with the correct specification 90 FAQ Case 4 The camera is not recognized by your PC Sometimes the camera may appear under Unknown Devices in Device Manager Install the camera driver correctly Turn off the camera remove the USB cable plug in the USB cable again and then turn on the camera Case 5 There is an unexpected error during file transfer
18. The camera s power is off The batteries are exhausted The memory card is locked After turning the camera off insert a new memory card or delete unnecessary image files Format the memory card Insert a new memory card Turn the camera power on Insert fresh batteries Slide the write protect switch to the bottom of the memory card The images are unclear A picture was taken within 0 6m from the subject without setting an appropriate macro mode Taking a picture beyond the flash range The lens is smudged or dirty If the subject is closer than 0 6m select macro shot mode or increase the camera to subject distance Take a picture within the flash range Clean the lens The flash does not fire Incorrect date and time is displayed FLASH OFF mode has been selected The date and time have been set incorrectly Disengage FLASH OFF mode Reset the date and time correctly p 59 60 69 Before contacting a service center Symptom Causes Remedy The camera buttons do not operate A card error has occurred while the memory card is in the camera Colour of image is different to the original scene Images are too bright The play back display is not very clear Camera malfunction Incorrect memory card format e White balance setting is incorrect e Exposure is excessive e The lens or LCD monitor is smudged or dirty
19. To pause a recorded voice file while playing it back press the shutter button again To resume playback of the voice file press the shutter button To stop playback of the voice file press the shutter button and then press the LEFT or RIGHT button 42 LCD monitor indicator m The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting conditions Description Battery Play mode File Type Protect indicator Voice memo DPOF indicator SIZE 2272X1704 Size AV F3 2 Aperture value TV 1 60 S Shutter speed ISO 100 ISO sensitivity FLASH OFF Whether or not the flash is used DATE 2004 05 01 Recording date 43 Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera m In Play mode you can use the buttons on the camera to conveniently set up the Play mode functions Thumbnail f Enlargement Q button You can view multiple pictures enlarge a selected picture and crop and save a selected area of an image e Thumbnail display 1 While an image is displayed full screen press the thumbnail button 2 The thumbnail display will highlight the image that had been showing at the time the thumbnail mode was selected 3 Press the 5 function button to move to a desired image 4 To view an image separately press the enlargement button Q a s Pressing the thumbnail T button ms m Tare IF mcum Co ba K mane Pressing the enlargement button Q
20. Turn the camera power off and on again Transfer the file again Case 6 How do know my computer supports a USB Interface Check the USB port in your computer or keyboard Check the OS version A USB Interface is available in Windows 98 98SE 2000 ME XP Check Universal Serial Bus controllers in Device Manager Do the following to check Universal Serial Bus controllers Win 98 ME Trace Start Settings Control Panel System Device Manager Universal Serial Bus controllers Win 2000 Trace Start Settings Control Panel System Hardware Device Manager Universal Serial Bus controllers Win XP Trace Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance System Hardware Device Manager Universal Serial Bus controllers There must be USB Host Controller and USB root hub under Universal Serial Bus controllers In addition double click on the USB Universal Host Controller and the USB Root Hub to check if the Device Status states This device is working properly If the Device Status says the device is not working properly click the Driver tab and then click Update Driver or Reinstall Driver When all the conditions mentioned above are met the computer can support the USB interface Case 7 When using the USB hub There may be a problem in connecting the camera to the PC through the USB hub if the PC and the hub are not compatible Wherever
21. and the menu will disappear e Description of the Function lamp Function Description The function lamp is on during initialization During power on When the camera is ready for operation the lamp is turned off After an image is captured The function lamp blinks once During voice recording The function lamp Blue blinks repeatedly When the self timer activated The function lamp Blue blinks 61 Selecting Video out type m The Movie output signal from the camera can be NTSC or PAL Your choice of output will be governed by the type of device monitor or TV etc to which the camera is connected PAL mode can support only BDGHI e Setting the Video Out Type 1 In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode press the MENU button lt i EXP fe 2 WE gt 2 Press the LEFT RIGHT button and select the SETUP m tis AUTO menu tab er 3 Select the VIDEO menu by pressing the UP DOWN LAMP NTSC button and press the RIGHT button VIDEO PAL 4 Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP DOWN BACK SET OK button and press the OK button VIDEO sub menu NTSC PAL 5 Press the menu button twice and the menu will disappear e Connecting to an external monitor In RECORDING PLAY mode you can view the stored still images or movie clips by connecting the camera to an external monitor via the A V cable When the camera is connected to an external monitor the LCD monitor will be t
22. battery slot of the camera p 16 Use the AC adapter included to connect the power supply of the camera to a wall power socket e Following function lamp indicates charging status of the rechargeable battery Function lamp display Blue LED One LED blinks Two LEDs blink Three LEDs turn on Charging 096 charged About 50 charged About 100 charged INFORMATION e f the function lamp display does not work even after inserting the rechargeable battery and connecting the power supply please double check the rechargeable battery polarity p 16 Please do not connect the AC adapter after inserting a non rechargeable battery e When charging the rechargeable battery using the camera the working temperature is 5 c 40 c Please note that when the temperature is outside of the optimal charging range the charging process may become slow or stop e When charging the rechargeable battery using the camera the following sequential blinks of the operational function lamp BLUE mean unsuccessful charging process e00 0e90 00e fo Please check whether the battery is correctly inserted and the temperature is within the optimal charging range If the problem still persists please visit a nearby service center 14 Connecting to a Power Source INFORMATION Important information about battery usage When the camera is not used turn off the camera power Please do not charge the non re
23. chemicals such as insecticides for an extended period of time m Sand can be particularly troublesome to cameras Do not let sand get inside the unit when using it on beaches coastal dunes or other areas where there is lots of sand Doing so may result in failure or may permanently render the unit unusable m Extremes in temperature may cause problems If the camera is transferred from a cold to a warm and humid environment condensation can form on the delicate electronic circuitry If this occurs turn the camera off and wait for at least 1 hour until all moisture is dispersed Moisture build up can also occur in the memory card If this happens turn off the camera and remove the memory card Wait until the moisture has dispersed m Caution on Using the Lens If the lens is subjected to direct sunlight it could result in discoloration and deterioration of the image sensor Pay attention not to get fingerprints or foreign substances on the surface of the lens m f the digital camera is not used for a long period an electric discharge can occur It is a good idea to remove the batteries and the memory card if you do not intend using the camera for an extended period of time 66 Important notes E f the camera is exposed to an electronic interference it will turn itself off to protect the memory card m Camera Maintenance Use a soft brush available from photo stores to gently clean the lens and LCD assemblies
24. desired sub menu by pressing the UP DOWN button and press the OK button Selecting YES A delete confirmation window will appear Press the OK button to delete all the unprotected pictures If there aren t protected images all the images are deleted and a NO IMAGE message will display Press and hold the Play mode button for 2 seconds or slide the mode switch to remove the message Selecting NO The display returns to the initial menu INFORMATION e Remember that this will permanently delete unprotected images Important shots should be stored on a computer before deletion takes place 2 ho om e DEL ALL Protecting images B This is used to protect specific shots from being accidentally erased LOCK It also unprotects images that have been previously protected UNLOCK e Protecting Images 1 Press and hold the Play mode button for 2 seconds and press the Menu button 2 Press the LEFT RIGHT button and select the PROTECT menu tab 3 Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP DOWN button and press the OK button ONE PIC Only an image that is displayed on the LCD monitor is protected or unprotected ALL PICS All of the stored images are protected or unprotected 2 R 4 9 wg PROTECT ONE PIC ALL PICS MOVE 49 Protecting images 4 Select the desired secondary menu by pressing the UP DOWN button and press the OK button UNLOCK Cancels the protect func
25. e When uploading images from the PC to the camera ensure that the uploaded file names are not the same as those already stored on the memory e When you upload a file that is not taken by this camera to Removable Disk the FILE ERROR message will be displayed on the LCD monitor in the PLAY mode and nothing is displayed in THUMBNAIL mode e The auto focus lamp will blink when a file is transferred copy or deletion between the PC and the camera Do not remove the USB cable until the lamp stops blinking To remove the USB cable in Windows 2000 ME XP use the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon on the task bar 85 Removing the removable disk m Windows 98SE 1 Check whether the camera and PC are transferring a file If the auto focus lamp blinks you have to wait until the lamp illuminates 2 Unplug the USB cable m Windows 2000 ME XP The illustrations may be different from the real display in accordance with the Windows O S 1 Check whether the camera and PC are transferring a file If the auto focus lamp blinks you have to wait until the lamp illuminates 2 Double click the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon on the task bar 3 The Unplug or Eject Hardware window will open Select the USB Mass Storage Device and click the Stop button 4 The Stop a Hardware device window will open Select the SAMSUNG Digimax U CA 401 USB Device and click the OK button 5 A Safe to Remove Hardware win
26. polarity and Using the batteries Oc Co A A Bios BI x CL 2 E ZZ o o 9 IVLISIG TVLISIG oQ 1 Open the battery chamber 2 Insert the batteries 3 To close the battery cover by pushing in the according to the polarity chamber cover push it direction of the arrow marks and on the until it clicks back of the battery chamber cover Removing the battery 1 Turn off the camera power Open the battery chamber cover and unlock the battery by pushing the battery lock lever The battery will pop up slightly 2 Remove the battery in the direction indicated and close the battery chamber cover Battery indicator Z The batteries are fully charged There is no battery capacity Prepare new batteries l p Replace with new batteries Battery status 16 Precautions on Using the Memory Stick Duo This camera operates only with a Memory Stick Duo Some models of Memory Stick Duo media do not have the write protect switch B Do not touch the card pins part A Card pins A A iy with your fingers or with metal objects Write s Do not press hard when writing on the piole g label part C switch B r e If you insert the Memory Stick Duo S into the Memory Stick Duo adapter Label C you will be able to use it with a Back Front Memory Stick compatible device Memory Stick Duo Do not insert the Memory Stick
27. possible connect the camera to the PC directly Case 8 Are other USB cables connected to the PC The camera may malfunction when it is connected to the PC at the same time as another USB cable In this case disconnect the other USB cable and connect only one USB cable to the camera 91 FAQ Case 9 When open the Device Manager by clicking Start Settings Control Panel Performance and Maintenance System Hardware Device Manager there are Unknown Devices or Other Devices entries with a yellow question mark beside them or devices with an exclamation mark beside them Right click on the entry with the question or exclamation mark and select Remove Restart the PC and connect the camera again For Windows 98 PC remove the camera driver also restart the PC and then reinstall the camera driver Double click on the entry with the question or exclamation mark click the Driver tab and click Update Driver or Reinstall Driver If a message appears asking you to specify the location where the appropriate driver for the device is specify the USB Driver folder where D is the drive letter of the CD ROM where the driver CD is inserted m Please check the following if the movie clip doesn t play back x If you installed an incorrect codec onto your PC the movie clip may not play back on the PC 1 Check whether the JPEG Decoder provided with the camera is
28. show will start MOVE CHANGE p To pause the slide show press the shutter button To start the slide show again press the shutter button again Press the menu button again and the slide show will stop 50 Starting the slide show INFORMATION The loading time depends on the image size and quality The slide show will start from an image that was displayed on the LCD monitor The PWR OFF function can t be activated While the slide show is playing only the first frame of an avi file is displayed In case of a voice file the voice recording icon will appear Resize m You can change the resolution size of saved pictures The pictures are saved under different names 1 Press and hold the Play mode button for 2 seconds and Pe amp 2 es ay press the Menu button 2 Press the LEFT RIGHT button and select the RESIZE RESIZE menu tab 2048X1536 3 Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP DOWN 1600X1200 button and press the OK button E 640X480 INFORMATION A Large image can be resized to be made smaller but a small image cannot be resized to become larger e Only JPEG images can be resized Avi and wav files can t be resized You can change the resolution of only those files compressed in the JPEG 4 2 2 format e The resized image will have a new file name e If the memory capacity is insufficient to store the resized image a CARD FULL message will display on the LCD monit
29. that you want to delete by pressing the LEFT RIGHT button and press the DELETE irl button 2 A message will display as shown alongside on the LCD monitor 3 Press the OK button to delete the image The image that precedes the deleted one will then be displayed on the LCD monitor DEKOK CANCEL INFORMATION e When using thumbnail mode the Delete A button functions as the Down button You will not be able to delete an image with the Delete button e Before deleting images from the camera you should protect or download images to your computer that you wish to keep 46 LEFT RIGHT MENU OK button m LEFT RIGHT MENU OK buttons activate the following LEFT button While the menu is showing press the LEFT button to select the menu tab to the left of the cursor RIGHT button While the menu is showing press the RIGHT button to select the menu tab to the right of the cursor or to move an auxiliary menu MENU button When you press the MENU button the play mode menu will be displayed on the LCD monitor Pressing it again will return the LCD to the initial display OK button When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor the OK button is used for confirming data that is changed by using the 5 function button LCD button m The shooting information will be displayed on the LCD monitor Press and hold the Play gt button for 2 seconds to display the last taken picture in t
30. 0 1932 455325 SAMSUNG OPTO ELECTRONICS GMBH AM KRONBERGER HANG 6 D 65824 SCHWALBACH TS GERMANY TEL 49 6196 66 53 03 FAX 49 6196 66 53 66 SAMSUNG FRANCE S A S BP 51 TOUR MAINE MONTPARNASSE 33 AV DU MAINE 75755 PARIS CEDEX 15 FRANCE HOTLINE PHOTO NUM RIQUE 00 800 22 26 37 27 Num ro Vert Appel Gratuit TEL 83 1 4279 2282 5 FAX 83 1 4320 4510 SAMSUNG TECHWIN MOSCOW OFFICE RUSSIA 125167 MOSCOW LENNINGRADSKY PR KT 37 A KORP14 TEL 7 095 258 9299 96 98 FAX 7 095 258 9297 http www samsungcamera ru TIANJIN SAMSUNG OPTO ELECTRONICS CO LTD 7 PINGCHANG ROAD NANKAI DIST TIANJIN P R CHINA POST CODE 300190 TEL 86 22 2761 8867 FAX 86 22 2761 8864 x Internet address http www samsungcamera com The CE Mark is a Directive conformity mark of the European Community EC 6806 1904
31. 40001 SCD40002 SCD49999 e The folder number is assigned sequentially from 100 to 999 as follows 1OOSSCAM 101SSCAM 999SSCAM e The files used with the memory card conform to the DCF Design rule for Camera File systems format 56 Auto power off m This function switches the camera off after a set amount of time in order to prevent unnecessary battery drainage e Setting Power Off 1 In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode press the MENU button Y EB fc 2a WE 2 Press the LEFT RIGHT button and select the SETUP m AUTO menu tab SEHE 3 Select the PWR OFF menu by pressing the UP im OFF C AGE DOWN button and press the RIGHT button LANGUAGE 4 A menu will be displayed on the LCD monitor as shown BACK SET OK alongside ae edi sub menu by pressing the UP DOWN Wala f 55 ffr press the OK button AM Selecting CANCEL SET UP The power off function will not operate FILE Selecting 1 10 MIN PWR OFF 3 MIN The power will turn off automatically if not used for the LANGUAGE M BACK SET OK period of time specified 5 Press the menu button twice and the menu will disappear INFORMATION e Even if the batteries or AC adapter are removed and inserted again the power off setting will be preserved e Note that the automatic power off function will not operate if the camera is in PC mode slide show playing back a voice recording or movie clip S7
32. 5 function button Battery chamber cover Voice memo UP button FLASH SELF TIMER B Kam LEFT RIGHT button attery chamber T Memory card slot 7 7 MENU OK button Macro Delete Down button Battery holder Mode switch m You can select the desired working mode by using the mode switch located on the back of the camera This digital camera has 3 recording modes These are listed below e Movie clip mode A movie clip can be recorded for as long as the available recording time of the memory capacity allows Image size and type are listed below Image size 640X480 320X240 User selectable Movie clip file type avi MJPEG A voice recording can be recorded for as long as the available recording time of the memory capacity allows Max 1 hour Voice recording file type wav Identification of features e Still image mode You can select from AUTO AUTO Night amp MYSET fff TEXT fl modes Type Function Lamp Camera Status Lamp LCD Monitor When turning on the Blue lamp blink and then turns off when power the camera is ready to take a picture When the camera S in focus when the X Green lame diohtsp Autofocus mark SHUTTER button is pressed halfway lights up green When the camera is out of focus when Gi DIE ES Autofocus mark the SHUTTER button is pressed halfway P lights up red X While the flash is charging X Red lamp blinks X Flash is ready when the SHUTTER X X
33. Click Next gt button gea m m aa TM m Click mi 14 A window will open asking you to choose a folder to which program icons will be added Click Next gt button If you want to add the program icons to a different folder choose another folder and then click Next gt button 15 Installation is complete Click the Finish button The frame 15 may not appear according to the system requirements Ciok 8 Setting up the application software 16 To apply changes you must restart the computer Select Yes want to restart my a Digimax UCA pnd computer now and then click OK E NE icy Click L e 17 After restarting the computer connect the PC to the camera with the USB cable 18 Turn the camera power on Found New Hardware Wizard will open and the computer will recognize the camera x If you have ever installed an image viewer program or your OS is Windows XP an image viewer program will open If the image viewer program opens the camera driver was setup successfully 19 If you can see Removable Disk under My computer the camera driver installation was successful Now you can transfer image files from the camera to PC via the USB cable 79 Setting up the application software INFORMATION e If you have installed the camera driver Found New Hardware Wizard may not open On a Windows 98 or
34. DATE TYPE setting e TIME is imprinted in the following way Hour Minute and hours are shown using the 24 hour clock e The imprint function is applied only to still images Sound m f a sound option other than OFF is selected the camera activity can be monitored with sounds including a start up sound and a shutter sound e Setting Operation Sounds 1 In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode press the MENU button lt TH BP Arr fa It gt 2 Press the LEFT RIGHT button and select the SETUP AUTO SET UP menu tab T A 3 Select the SOUND menu by pressing the UP DOWN IMPRINT MEDIUM button and press the RIGHT button SOUND E 4 Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP DOWN BACK SET OK button and press the OK button SOUND sub menu OFELOW MEDIUM HIGH 5 Press the menu button twice and the menu will disappear LCD brightness m You can adjust the LCD brightness e Adjusting LCD brightness 1 In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode press the MENU button mW pp fs 2 Wr 2 Press the LEFT RIGHT button and select the SETUP AUTO menu tab SET UP 3 Select the LCD menu by pressing the UP DOWN button IMPRINT DARK and press the RIGHT button SOUND NORMAL 4 Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP DOWN p E Bi button and press the OK button LCD sub menu DARK NORMAL BRIGHT 5 Press the menu button twice and the menu will disappear 60
35. Normal 165 640 Super fine 159 Fine 306 Normal 360 These figures are measured under Samsung s standard File Format Image Size Storage Capacity 32MB Internal Memory conditions and may vary depending on shooting conditions and camera settings Image Play Single image Thumbnails Slide show Movie Clip Image Edit Trimming Resizing Digital output connector USB Audio Mono Video output NTSC PAL user selectable DC power input connector 5 0V Interface Primary battery CP1 Rechargeable battery Self Charging System Power Source SLB 1037 1 000mAh 3 7V AC Adapter SAC 51 5 0V 2 0A x Included battery source may vary depending on sales region Dimensions WxHxD 97 x 60 x 15 4mm Weight Approx 90g without batteries and card Camera Driver Storage Driver Windows98 98SE 2000 ME XP Mac OS 9 0 10 2 Application Digimax Viewer 2 1 Arcsoft Photolmpression 4 0 Digimax Reader Software xopecifications are subject to change without prior notice 72 Software Notes Please ensure that you read the instruction manual carefully before use The attached software is a camera driver and image editing software tool for Windows Under no circumstances should all or part of either the software or the user manual be reproduced Copyrights for software are licensed only for use with a camera In the unlikely event of a manufacturing fault we will repair or exchange
36. O to 2272X1704 lt Ar Press the UP illl L Press the UP Bill MODE or DOWN button MODE or DOWN button MODE AUTO AUTO AUTO NIGHT lt _ NIGHT lt _ NIGHT MYSET MYSET MYSET TEXT TEXT LES TEXT 4 Select a sub menu and then press the OK button The value you set will be saved and the menu will disappear Mode l m You can select the desired Still Image mode AUTO Ky Use this for shooting basic still images NIGHT x Use this for shooting still images at night or in other dark conditions MYSET Use this to store your custom settings for the camera Any changes made to settings other than Self Timer and Voice Recording will be saved TEXT Use this mode to shoot a document STILL IMAGE mode 33 Mode INFORMATION e In the Text mode the camera uses the macro shooting mode and the flash function does not work e An image captured in the TEXT mode can be changed as text file type by using the Digimax Reader For detailed instruction on how to use Digimax Reader please refer to the program s Help Size m You can select the image size appropriate for your application STILL IMAGE mode MOVIE CLIP mode 22 2x1704 2048x1536 1600x1200 1024x768 640x480 640x480 320x240 12 Wt fq HE o gt 0 Gq WB c AUTO TIL 2 NOR SIZE SIZE 2272X1704 2272 2048X1536 ON 1600X1200 d 1024X768 STILL IMAGE mode MOVIE CLIP mode m Fixed as 2272X1704 in the
37. SAMSUNG DIGITal everyone s invited ENGLISH SAMSUNG CAMERA User s Manual Digimax U CA 401 Thank you for buying a Samsung Camera This manual will guide you through using the camera including capturing images downloading images and using the application software Please read this manual carefully before using your new camera Instructions m Use this camera in the following order Set up the camera driver Take a picture Insert the USB cable Check the camera s power Check Removable Disk Before connecting the camera to a PC via the USB cable you will need to set up the camera driver Install the camera driver that is contained in the Application SAW CD ROM p 75 Take a picture p 22 Insert the supplied USB cable into the PC s USB port and the camera s USB connection terminal p 81 Check the camera s power If the power is turned off press the camera outton to power it on p 24 Open Window s EXPEORER and search for Removable Disk p 82 e If you use a card reader to copy the images on the memory card to your PC the images could be damaged When transferring the images taken with the camera to your PC be sure to use the supplied USB cable to connect the camera to your PC Please note that the manufacturer holds no responsibility for loss or damage of images on the memory card due to the use of a card reader 2 Contents READY e Getting to know your ca
38. System Requirements 73 eDPOF STANDARD eeee5 About the software s s eee 74 eDPOF INDEX eeeeeee5 A Setting up the application software 75 eDPOF CANCEL eeemAeeseses54 Starting PC Mode nee e Removing the USB Driver for SETUP Windows 98SE e eresse eee e84 Removable Disk eese 85 eSetup menu ee MHHHIHe eBBB e Removing the removable disk 86 eFile name e 56 a Setting up the USB Driver for MAC 87 eAuto power off 57 mUsing the USB Driver for MAC 87 elanguagge eeMMmme e5B Digimax Viewer 2 1 88 e Formatting a memory card 58 e Using Photolmpression 89 e Setting up the Date Time Date type 59 EAC essere eterne aste DD elmprinting the recording date 59 i Sold eet eo ee ee qae boot ted esee E LCD brightness m 60 elnitialization RESET ALL 61 4 Getting to know your camera Thank you for buying a Samsung Digital Camera Prior to using this camera please read the user manual thoroughly When you require After Sales service please bring the camera and the cause of the camera malfunction such as Batteries Memory card etc to the A S center e Please check that the camera is operating properly prior to when you intend to use it e g for a trip or an important event to avoid disappointment Samsung camera takes no responsibility f
39. TEXT mode INFORMATION The higher the resolution the lower the remaining shots will be because high resolution images require more memory than lower resolution images 34 Quality m You can select the compression ratio appropriate for your application of the captured images The higher the compression ratio the lower the picture quality Mode STILL IMAGE mode Icon Sub menu S FINE FINE NORMAL File Format jpeg jpeg jpeg e Azz unm AUTO GE ano QUALITY S FINE FINE NORMAL STILL IMAGE mode m Fixed as FINE in the TEXT mode e Image Size and Quality for the Number of Images that can be saved in a Memory Card When using a 32MB internal memory based on Samsung s own testing Mode STILL IMAGE mode Quality Size S FINE FINE NORMAL INFORMATION e S FINE is the highest quality and NORMAL is the lowest setting Choose the setting appropriate for your needs e This file format complies with the DCF Design rule for Camera File system e Even if the camera should be restarted the quality setting is maintained e JPEG Joint Photographic Experts Group JPEG is the image compression standard developed by the Joint Photographic Experts Group This type of compression is most commonly used for compressing photos and graphics because it can compress the files efficiently without damaging the data 35 Metering m f you cannot obtain suitable exposure conditions you c
40. a tone a gradient of yellowish brown colours m Fixed as NORMAL in the TEXT mode Shooting m You can select continuous shooting or AEB Auto Exposure Bracket shooting in this menu m f you select CONTINUOUS or AEB the flash will automatically be set to Flash Off Shooting SINGLE A picture will be taken each time you press the P Shutter button XR CJ u D Qe QD CONTINUOUS Press and hold the shutter button and gd images are captured continuously This can be used for taking a movin Sunt g g ee wes subject Use this to take pictures of AEB moving objects people Five continuous shots are supported regardless of resolution and image quality If more than five images are made the subsequent shots will be saved as normal image quality AEB 3 pictures will be taken continuously 1 underexposure 0 5EV 1 normal exposure 0 0EV and 1 overexposure 0 5EV respectively However the actual image files saved from the three AEB exposures are saved as normal quality m Fixed as SINGLE in the TEXT mode 38 Sharpness m You can adjust the sharpness of the picture you want to take You cannot check the sharpness effect on the LCD monitor bn GY QD before you take a picture because this function is applied only when the captured image is stored on the memory SHARPNESS SOFT NORMAL VIVID STILL IMAGE mode Sub menu Icon Description The edges of the image are s
41. an change the metering method to take brighter pictures MULTI mm Exposure will be calculated based on Ronee 440 75 We an average of the available light in the i H the calculation x ai image area owever METERING will be biased towards the centre of the image area This is suitable for MULTI SPOT general use SPOT e Only the rectangular area in the center of the LCD monitor will be metered for light This is suitable when the subject in the center is exposed correctly regardless of the back lighting m Fixed as MULTI in the TEXT mode INFORMATION e he default metering mode is Multi pattern metering e f the subject is not the centre of the focus area do not use the spot metering as this may result in an exposure error In this circumstance rather use exposure compensation ISO m You can select the ISO sensitivity when taking pictures m he speed or specific light sensitivity of a camera is rated by ISO numbers m he higher the ISO value the higher the camera s sensitivity to light is and therefore the greater its capacity to take pictures in dark conditions However the noise level in the image will increase as the ISO value increases making the image appear coarse e ISO AUTO The camera s sensitivity is automatically changed by si C 0 uy Sp variables such as lighting value or subject brightness LL sah 100 200 400 S9 AUTO AUTO You can increase the shutter sp
42. ation of a digital photo aloum Taking a favourite image and creating your own personalized calendar with it Recording your voice Recording a movie clip refer to page 22 refer to page 21 You can even create your own unique gift wrap Inserting images directly into any paper by using your digital images electronic document 9 Manufacturer s contents Please check that you have the correct contents before using this product marked contents are optional Digital Camera Pouch AV cable USB cable Camera strap User manual Product warranty Software CD Digimax Reader ES DigimaxUcA401 N KENOX ME 4 c04 N Software CD ROM N EL C i 10 Identification of features Front amp Top Power button a Viewfinder Shutter button on Flash Function f USB AV Lamp connection terminal DC input connection point Back Flash status lamp Red Play mode Autofocus lamp Green LCD button Viewfinder Mode switch Microphone 5 function button Strap eyelet LCD monitor Zoom T button Digital zoom Zoom W button Thumbnail Speaker When using the digital zoom to take a picture the composition of the picture may be different depending on whether you are using the LCD monitor or the viewfinder The picture will be taken in the composition of the picture as it appears on the LCD monitor 11 Identification of features Bottom
43. chargeable battery It may cause an explosion or fire Please remove the batteries 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 e Low temperatures below 0 c can affect the performance of the batteries and you may experience reduced battery life e Batteries will usually recover at normal temperatures e During extended use of the camera the camera body may become warm This is perfectly normal e f you are planning to use this camera for long periods of time it is advisable to use an AC adapter 5V 2 04 Using the AC power adapter 5V 2 04 If you have access to a mains supply using an AC Adapter 5V 2 0A allows the camera to be used for long periods of time Plug the adapter into the connection point DC IN 5V on the camera Remove the batteries when using the AC adapter HN DANGER e Always turn off the power before taking the AC adapter out of the mains supply e As with all mains powered devices safety is important Ensure that neither the camera nor adapter comes into contact with water or metallic materials e Please ensure that you use an AC adapter 5V 2 0A with the correct specification for the camera Failure to do so may affect your warranty 19 Connecting to a Power Source If the camera does not turn on after you have inserted batteries please check whether the batteries are inserted with the
44. ctivated 1 3 SEC The captured image is briefly displayed during the selected time 5 Press the menu button twice and the menu will disappear 63 Setting up the MYCAM menu m You can set up a start up image start up sound and shutter sound Every camera working mode with the exception of Voice recording mode has the MYCAM menu The items indicated by are default settings Menu tab Main menu Page OFF IMAGE 1 S IMAGE p 64 IMAGE 2 OFF SOUND 1 S SOUND p 65 SOUND 2 SOUND 3 OFF SOUND 1 SH SOUND p 65 SOUND 2 SOUND 3 Start up image m You can select the image that is first displayed on the LCD monitor whenever the camera is turned on e Setting a Startup Image 1 In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode B8 8 fe um e press the MENU button 2 Press the LEFT RIGHT button and select the MYCAM vd AT menu tab S IMAGE 3 3 Select the S IMAGE menu by pressing the UP DOWN S SOUND button and press the RIGHT button SH SOUND m 4 Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP DOWN BACK SET OK button and press the OK button 5 Press the menu button twice and the menu will disappear 64 Start up sound m You can select the sound that is activated whenever the camera is turned on Setting the Startup Sound 1 In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode press the MENU button EP SI 2 2 QUT 2 Press the LEFT RIGHT butt
45. d in accordance with the limits of a class B digital device under item 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide protection against harmful interference in commercial installation This equipment generates absorbs and can emit radio frequency energy If it is not installed and used in accordance with the instructions it may cause harmful interference to radio communication There is however no guarantee that interference will not occur in some situations Should any interference occur when this device is in operation please try one or more of the following measures m Change the location and direction of any aerial m Increase distance between the camera and the affected device m Use a different socket away from the affected device m Please contact a Samsung agent or a radio TV engineer e This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void user s authority to operate the equipment 7 This digital camera can be used for Viewing images ona TV refer to page 62 Printing images using a dedicated printer DPOF compatible printer or DPOF equipped photo lab refer to page 53 Taking a picture Downloading image files refer to page 22 from camera to computer refer to page 82 Editing images on a PC refer to page 89 8 This digital camera can be used for ae 4 3 if Cre
46. dia Player Trace Start controller panel Add Remove Programs Select the K Lite Codec Pack Click the Change Remove button Run the windows explorer Select AVI file C Tiei Click the right mouse button Select the Open j snares piike with menu Click the Windows Media Player EPA meaa earn Check the Always use this program to open these ned rcli ES files option Click the OK button e iare na LS ome oH near ge ens ee rs m wagH ee cs Most problems will be solved with those remedies If the movie clip doesn t play back continuously install the JPEGCODE provided with the camera again x For more information visit the samsung website www samsungcamera com and see the FAQ page 93 94 MEMO 95 SAMSUNG TECHWIN CO LTD OPTICS amp DIGITAL IMAGING DIVISION 145 3 SANGDAEWON 1 DONG JUNGWON GU SUNGNAM CITY KYUNGKI DO KOREA 462 121 TEL 82 31 740 8086 8088 8090 8092 8099 FAX 82 31 740 8398 8111 SAMSUNG OPTO ELECTRONICS AMERICA INC HEADQUARTERS 40 SEAVIEW DRIVE SECAUCUS NJO7094 U S A TEL 1 201 902 0347 FAX 1 201 902 9342 WESTERN REGIONAL OFFICE 18600 BROADWICK ST RANCHO DOMINGUEZ CA 90220 U S A TEL 1 310 900 5263 5264 FAX 1 310 537 1566 SAMSUNG OPTO ELECTRONICS UK LIMITED SAMSUNG HOUSE 1000 HILLSWOOD DRIVE HILLSWOOD BUSINESS PARK CHERTSEY KT16 OPS UK TEL 44 0 1932 455300 FAX 44
47. dow will open Click the OK button 86 qo uU X0 Double click SS EU a Earme rmn i rp tr ed t deed Am cR Click muc E ee REED UP ERRORA a Se nom eee Gee ee e ee ee ee ee e E aE nS Li A GE EUM aC ji Ll ee r e Click Removing the removable disk 6 A Unplug or Eject Hardware window will open ai LE e EEr Fi E sides Hz 4 bae mw E EE CUM Click the Close button and the removable disk d SSS ae will be removed safely 7 Unplug the USB cable Click Setting up the USB Driver for MAC 1 A USB Driver for MAC is not included with the software CD as MAC OS supports the camera driver 2 Check the MAC OS You can check the MAC OS version during MAC OS start up This camera is compatible with MAC OS 9 0 10 2 3 Connect the camera to the Macintosh and turn the camera power on 4 A new icon will be displayed on the desktop after connecting the camera to the MAC Using the USB Driver for MAC l 1 Double click a new icon on the desktop and the folder in the memory will be displayed 2 Select an image file and copy or move it to MAC INFORMATION For Mac OS 10 0 or later First complete uploading from computer to camera and then remove the removable disk with the Extract command 87 Digimax Viewer 2 1 This software is only compatible with Windows 1 To open Digimax Viewer click the Start Programs Samsung Digimax Viewer 2 1
48. e LCD monitor A 10 second 2 second or Double self timer icon Crew appears on the LCD monitor 10SEC self timer X Pressing the shutter button will allow an interval of 10 seconds before the image is taken 2SEC self timer j Pressing the shutter button will allow an interval of 2 seconds before the image is taken Double self timer 3 A picture will be taken after about 10 seconds and 2 seconds later a second picture will be taken When using the flash the 2 second self timer may be delayed for longer than 2 seconds depending on the flash charge time 3 When you press the SHUTTER button the picture will be taken after the specified time has elapsed INFORMATION e The default is OFF e When taking a picture using the self timer the function lamp works as follows 10 second self timer setting The function lamp blinks at 1 second interval for the first 7 seconds It blinks at 0 25 second interval for the remaining 3 seconds 2 second self timer setting The function lamp blinks at 0 25 second interval for 2 seconds e f you operate the Power button Mode switch and Self timer button during the self timer operation the self timer function is cancelled e The only self timer option available during the recording of a movie clip is the 10 second option When in the voice recording mode and TEXT mode the self timer function does not work Selecting the 10SEC self timer 29 MENU OK b
49. ecompose the picture and fully halfway and focus on the subject depress the SHUTTER button FLASH 4 LEFT button m When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor pressing a 29 the LEFT lt button makes the cursor shift to the left tab 5 E m When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor the s bw i LEFT lt button operates as the FLASH 4 button rz 4l e Selecting the flash mode ded 1 Slide the mode switch to the STILL IMAGE mode Im NE 2 Press the Flash 4 button until the desired flash mode gt 1 108 indicator displays on the LCD monitor Selecting the Auto flash 3 A flash mode indicator will be displayed on the LCD monitor Use the correct flash to suit the environment e Flash range AUTO 0 2 2m 27 FLASH 4 LEFT button Flash mode indicator If the subject or background is dark the camera flash will operate Auto flash l automatically If a subject or background is dark the camera flash will work Hed eye ACI automatically and will reduce the red eye effect by using the red eye reduction function The flash fires regardless of available light The intensity of the flash will Fill in flash be controlled according to the prevailing conditions The brighter the background or subject is the less intense the flash will be The flash will operate in conjunction with a slow shutter speed in order to obtain the correct exposure Slow s
50. ed image the image can be trimmed An image can t be trimmed under 160X120 image size Voice memo Up button m When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor pressing the UP button makes the menu cursor move up m When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor the UP button operates as the voice memo button You can add your audio to a stored still image e Adding a Voice Memo to a Still Image 1 Press the LEFT RIGHT button to select an image that you wish to add sound to 2 Press the VOICE MEMO button If the voice memo indicator is displayed on the LCD monitor the setting is completed 3 Press the shutter button to insert a 10 second voice memo in the playing image 45 Voice 8 memo Up button 4 The recording can be stopped by pressing the shutter button again 5 The 49 icon will be displayed on the LCD monitor after voice memo recording has finished Voice memos can t be recorded onto movie clip files A distance of 40cm between you and the camera microphone is the best distance to record sound The voice memo will be saved in wav format but has the same file name as the still image to which it corresponds If you add a new voice memo to the still image that already has a voice memo the existing voice memo will be erased Delete 7 DOWN button m his deletes images stored on the memory card e Deleting Images in Play Mode 1 Select an image
51. eed while the same 100 amount of light is present by increasing the ISO 200 sensitivity However the image may be saturated in high 400 luminance STILL IMAGE mode m Fixed as 100 in the TEXT mode 36 White balance m White balance The white balance control allows you to adjust the colours to appear more natural looking 425 4 fr 630 5 lt 4 0 fr wm MN i 320 NOR WE jo NOR WHITE BALANCE WHITE BALANCE AUTO DAYLIGHT CLOUDY SUNSET AUTO DAYLIGHT CLOUDY SUNSET STILL IMAGE mode MOVIE CLIP mode e White balance AUTO he camera automatically selects the appropriate white balance settings depending on the prevailing lighting conditions DAYLIGHT X Fortaking images outside saN CLOUDY a For taking images under a cloudy and overcast sky SUNSET 4m For taking images at sunset TUNGSTEN Ac For shooting under tungsten standard light bulb lighting FLUOR B3 For shooting under fluorescent lighting m Fixed as AUTO in the TEXT mode 37 Effect m By using the camera s digital processor it is possible to add special effects to your images The value you set will remain unchanged until the camera is turned off 5 Ww amp AUTO 320 EFFECT EFFECT NORMAL NORMAL STILL IMAGE mode MOVIE CLIP mode NORMAL No effect is added to the image B amp W Converts the image to black and white SEPIA Captured images will be stored in a sepi
52. es subject to extremely high temperatures such as a sealed vehicle direct sunlight or other places of extreme variances in temperature Exposure to extreme temperatures may adversely affect the camera s internal components and could cause a fire m When in use do not cover the camera or AC Power Adapter This may cause heat to build up and distort the camera body or cause a fire Always use the camera and its accessories in a well ventilated area 6 Caution m Leaking overheating or burst batteries could result in fire or injury e Use batteries with the correct specification forthe camera e Do not short circuit heat or dispose of batteries in fire e Do not insert the batteries with thereverse polarities m Remove the batteries when not planning to use the camera for a long period of time Batteries may leak corrosive electrolyte and irreparably damage the camera s components E Do not fire the flash while it is in contact with hands or objects Do not touch the flash after using it continuously It may cause burns m Do not move the camera while it is switched on if you are using the AC Power Adapter After use always switch off the camera before unplugging the adapter from the wall socket Then make sure that any connector cords or cables to other devices are disconnected before moving the camera Failure to do so may damage the cords or cables and cause a fire or electric shock An FCC warning e This device has been teste
53. files are transferring via the USB connection m Connecting the camera to PC 1 Turn the PC power on 2 Turn the camera power on 3 Connect the PC and the camera via the USB cable Connect the small end of the USB cable to the USB port on the camera Connect the large end of the USB cable to the USB port on the computer Make sure the connectors are fully inserted m Disconnecting the camera and PC Refer to the following page WIN 98SE p 86 WIN 2000 ME XP p 86 87 INFORMATION e The camera driver must be installed before using PC mode For driver installation instructions please refer to p 75 e To save battery power it is recommended that you use an AC adapter Optional when connecting the camera to a computer 81 Starting PC Mode m Downloading stored images You can download the still images stored on the camera to your PC s hard disk and print them or use a photo editing software to edit them 1 Connect the camera to your PC with the USB cable 2 On your computer s desktop display select Y My computer and double click Removable Disk F DCIM 100SSCAM The image files will then be displayed pue 3 Select an image and press the right mouse L button 4 A pop up menu will open Click Cut or Copy menu zo Hind iz Cut cuts a selected file BT Copy copies files T 5 Click a folder where you want to paste the file 82 S
54. he LCD Pressing the LCD button in the PLAY gt mode will change the display as shown below Image amp Icons Image amp Information Image only Pressing the LCD button Pressing the LCD button b T i Image amp Icons Image amp Information Image only Pressing the LCD button 47 Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor m PLAY mode functions can be changed by using the LCD monitor In the PLAY mode pressing the MENU button displays the menu on the LCD monitor The menus you can set up in Play mode are as follows Press and hold the Play mode button for 2 seconds to return to shooting mode from play mode The items indicated by are default settings Menu tab Main menu DEL ALL PROTECT RESIZE Sub menu Secondary menu ONE PIC UNLOCK LOCK ALL PICS A OFF 10SEC v 2048 X 1536 1600 X 1200 UNLOCK LOCK REPEAT 1024 X 768 640 X 480 320 X 240 48 COPY TO CARD STANDARD NO ONE PIC ALL PICS NO YES A 00 99PRINTS v CANCEL STANDARD INDEX Deleting all images E Of all the files stored in the memory card the unprotected files in the DCIM subfolder will be deleted e Deleting All images 1 Press and hold the Play mode button for 2 seconds and press the menu button 2 Press the LEFT RIGHT button and select the DEL ALL menu tab 3 Select a
55. ide the switch to the bottom of the memory card before taking a picture 17 Precautions on Using the Memory Stick Duo m Maintenance of the Memory Stick Duo Hereafter the Memory Stick Duo is referred to as the Memory Card The camera comes with 32MB of internal flash memory allowing you to store images and movie clips in the camera However you can expand the memory capacity by using an optional memory card so that you can store more images and movie clips Be sure to format the memory card see p 58 if you are using a newly purchased memory for the first time if it contains data that the camera cannot recognize or if it contains images captured with a different 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 fields 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 mem
56. ill display on the LCD monitor when an image that has DPOF information plays back Images can then be printed on DPOF printers or at an increasing number of photo labs e This function is not available for Movie clips and Voice recording files e The DPOF function is available only for images saved in a memory card e To add DPOF information to an image saved in the internal memory please use the COPY TO CARD to copy the image to the memory card first DPOF STANDARD m This function allows you to embed print quantity information on a stored image 1 Press and hold the Play mode button for 2 seconds and ENS N T 2a press the Menu button 2 Press the LEFT RIGHT button and select the DPOF DPOF menu tab STANDARD ONE PIC 3 Select the STANDARD menu by pressing the UP d ALEE DOWN button and press the RIGHT button BACK 4 SETOK 4 Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select ONE PIC or ALL PICS and then press the OK button A window for selecting number of copies will be displayed ONE PIC Set the number of copies to print for the current picture only ALL PICS Set the number of copies to print for each picture excluding movie clips and voice recordings 5 Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the number copies and then press the OK button The DPOF icon 3 will appear by the pictures for which the number of copies to print is set EXIT SH1 ba MOVE PIC 93 DPOF INDEX
57. ing manual exposure LT Long Time Shutter AUTO 1 Press the menu button in normal camera mode to select 1 8 SEC the Night Scene mode 1 4 SEC 1 2 SEC 2 Use the Left Right buttons to select the manual exposure tab 3 Use the Up Down buttons to set the shutter speed Supported shutter speeds 1 8 1 4 1 2 1 2 4 8 seconds 4 Press the OK button to confirm and close the menu After setting the manual exposure the manual exposure indicate icon LT is displayed in the lower left of the LCD 40 Starting play mode E f the memory card is inserted in the camera all the camera functions apply only to the memory card E f the memory card is not inserted in the camera all the camera functions apply only to the internal memory m Press and hold the play mode button for 2 seconds to select play mode The camera plays images saved in the memory card E f the power is turned on with the power button press and hold the play mode button for 2 seconds to select play mode Press and hold the play mode button for 2 seconds again to select shooting mode If the power is turned on with the play mode button press and hold the play mode button for 2 seconds to select shooting mode from play mode m You can set up the PLAY mode function by using the camera buttons and LCD monitor e Playing back a still image 1 Press and hold the play mode button for 2 seconds to select play mode 2 The last image stored on the memory is displayed
58. installed If you didn t install the camera driver please install the JPEGCODE included in the application S W CD ROM If not the movie clip may not play back on the PC Installing the JPEG Decorder 1 Insert the CD provided with the camera 2 Run the windows explorer and select the CD ROM drive 3 Select the JPEG Decoder folder and double click the Setup exe file The codec will be installed zm ID eT em np m EnsunpiE Baar bl ti rd i Ept ea l pe m nd nm 7 r7 Photalmprecoon 4 B r T tl I USE Drm tes rs 2 Compatible problems with the codecs installed onto the PC If the movie clip doesn t play back after installing the JPEG Decorder refer to the following 92 FAQ 1 When the movie clip plays back only the sound plays back without the image It isn t compatible with the Mogen MJPEG Decorder Uninstall the Mogen MJPEG Decorder as following order Click Start Run and a window will open Type regsvr32 u m3jpgdec ax and press the Enter key TE C m f jnr UNE ey ee ee NUR nas lum m nmm muet Be 2 When the movie clip plays back the blue and red colors are reversed or the movie clip doesn t open It isn t compatible with the ffdshow Codec or K lite Codec Pack D Disable the ffdshow program Trace Start Programs ffdshow ee Disable ffdshow ee oo 2 Uninstall the K Lite Codec Pack or set the default program of the AVI file as the Windows Me
59. is not included with the Application CD But you can use the camera with Mac OS 9 0 10 2 m Digimax Viewer This is a program for viewing stored images You can see the stored images in the memory directly on a PC monitor You can also copy move or delete the images and enlarge downscale the image sizes with Digimax Viewer This software is only compatible with Windows m Photolmpression Image editing program You can edit or store still images that you download from the camera This software is only compatible with Windows INFORMATION e Be sure to check the system requirements page 73 before installing the driver e You should allow 5 10 seconds for running the automatic setup program according to the capability of the computer If the frame does not show run the Windows Explorer and select Samsung exe in the CD ROM Drive root directory 74 Setting up the application software To use this camera with a PC install the application software first After this has been done the stored images in the camera can be moved to the PC and can be edited by an image editing program INFORMATION Close other programs before installing the application software e Before installing the application software disconnect the USB connection You can visit the Samsung web site through the internet http Wwww samsungcamera com English http www samsungcamera co kr Korean 1 Click the Install menu in the Autorun frame
60. l 60cm infinity Focal lens Digital Zoom Viewfinder Macro 6cm 60cm Mechanical and Electronic shutter Speed Normal Mode 4 1 2 000 sec Night Scene 8 1 2 000 sec Control Program AE Metering Multi amp Spot Shutter Exposure Compensation 2 0EV 0 5EV steps ISO Equivalent Auto 100 200 400 Modes Auto Auto amp Red eye reduction Slow sync Fill in flash Flash off Flash Range 0 2 2m Recharging Time Approx 5 sec Sharpness Soft Normal Vivid Effect Normal B amp W Sepia Voice Recording max 1 hour Voice Recordin Voice Memo on Still Image max 10 sec Date Imprinting Date Date amp Time Off user selectable White Balance Auto Daylight Cloudy Sunset Fluorescent Tungsten Modes Auto Night Myset Text mode Still Image mes Shooting Single Continuous AEB ootin With audio Recording time memory capacity dependent Size 320x240 640x480 Self timer Single Double 10 sec 2sec Double self Movie Clip 71 Specification rece Internal memory 32MB flash memory External memory optional MS Duo Upto128MB guaranteed Still Image JPEG DCF DPOF EXIF Movie Clip AVI MJPEG Audio WAV 2272 2272X1704 2048 2048X1536 1600 1600X1200 1024 1024X768 640 640X480 2272 Super fine 14 Fine 28 Normal 43 2048 Super fine 16 Fine 35 Normal 53 1600 Super fine 29 Fine 58 Normal 80 1024 Super fine 67 Fine 142
61. l be turned off automatically to save lt battery life SHUTTER button Used for taking an image or recording voice in the v RECORDING STILL IMAGE VOICE RECORDING MOVIE CLIP mode e In MOVIE CLIP mode L Pressing the shutter button down fully starts the process for recording a movie clip Press the shutter button once and the movie clip is recorded for as long as the available p recording time in the memory allows If you wish to stop recording press the shutter button again e In STILL IMAGE mode Pressing the shutter button down halfway activates the autofocus and checks the condition of the flash Pressing the shutter down fully takes the image and stores the relevant data regarding the shot If you select voice memo recording the recording will start after storing the image data is complete ZOOM W button ZOOM T button Used for digital zooming in out we When you press the ZOOM W T button the zoom bar will 7 7 m Q display in the upper center part of the LCD monitor DIGITAL 24 ZOOM W button ZOOM T button TELE Zoom Digital zoom TELE Pressing the ZOOM button T activates the digital zoom software Releasing ZOOM T button stops the digital zooming at the You can check the digital zoom rate with the X1 1 X 4 0 Q required setting Once the maximum digital zoom 4X is achieved pressing the ZOOM T button will have no effect numerical mark next to the zoom bar
62. ly do not attempt to insert it by force Check the direction of insertion and then insert it correctly INFORMATION e Do not insert the memory card the wrong way round Doing so may damage the memory card slot Removing the memory card 1 Turn the power off using the power button Open the battery chamber cover and gently push the memory card until it makes a clicking sound The memory card will pop up slightly 2 Remove the memory card in the direction indicated and close the battery chamber cover 19 LCD monitor indicator m The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting functions and selections y 10 0 o 88 t Image amp Full Status Recording mode e p 12 13 Camera shake warning oy p 23 Flash SP 45 9 p 28 Self timer N p 29 Exposure compensation olo nN oOo oF BR Wy PD Auto focus frame Time 01 00 PM Date 2004 05 01 MS DUO indicator MSD White Balance AWB X m TAL 7TN MANNI ISO ISO ISO ISO ISO AUTO 100 200 400 LCD monitor indicator Sharpness Image quality Image size Number of available shots remaining Remaining time Movie clip Voice recording Digital Zoom rate Digital Zoom Voice memo Starting the recording mode m f the memory card is inserted in the camera all the camera functions apply only to the memory card E f the memory card i
63. mera e About the icons eesse sesssesre seses see sre eres Waning eeek eect An FCC warning This digital camera can be used for 10 11 11 41 42 12 13 14 15 16 16 eManufacturer s contents sss e ldentification of features s m Front amp Top deed seu niue Morte isnt E Bottom 5 function button m Mode switch m Function Lamp eB eConnecting to a Power Source m Using the AC power adapter 5V 2 0A H Using the batteries ee m Removing the battery seese ePrecautions on Using the Memory ewe d BUE UI E ANES elnserting the memory card ee Removing the memory card sse RECORDING 20 21 eL CD monitor indicator eee secre eee ee eStarting the recording mode e Things to Watch Out for When Taking PICT ROR sooo e epos OE e a saa pus eUsing the camera buttons to adjust the o N N O O O CO 17 19 19 29 camala persotasdis lust es setas SOS e SE dinde tie irt BPOWER button Bes BSHUTTER button eee eee cer eee ee eet eee ee ZOOM W button ZOOM T button e Voice memo UP button eeees e Macro Down button Focusing eFixedfocils So etree eFLASH LEFT button M Self timer Right button ee MENU OK button eee ePlay mode LCD button s eUsing the LCD monitor to adjust the eHow to use the menu HH ESEUG
64. ode m Backlight compensated shots When taking an outdoor shot avoid facing the sun as the image may be dark because of the strong backlight In backlight conditions please use Fill in flash p 28 Spot metering p 36 or Exposure compensation p 40 m Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image m As there can be some differences between what is seen through the Viewfinder and the resulting image when taken at a range closer than 1 5m it is recommended that you use the LCD monitor to compose these shots m Using the LCD monitor extensively will drain the batteries We recommend turning off the LCD monitor and using the optical viewfinder as often as possible in order to extend battery life m Under certain conditions the auto focus system may not perform as expected When photographing a subject that has little contrast If the subject is highly reflective or shiny If the subject is moving at high speed When there is strong reflected light or when the background is very bright When the subject matter has only horizontal lines or the subject is very narrow such as a Stick or flagpole When the surroundings are dark 23 Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera m The RECORDING mode function can be set up by using the camera buttons POWER button e Used for turning the camera s power on off v e f there is no operation during the specified time the camera s power wil
65. oftened This effect is suitable SOFT Y hd for editing images on your PC The edges of the image are sharp NORMAL I i pi j This is suitable for printing The edges of the image are emphasized The edges will VIVID Lk j i i vi appear sharp but noise may occur in the recorded image m Fixed as VIVID in the TEXT mode 39 Exposure m The camera automatically adjusts the exposure depending on external conditions such as lighting levels However the user can also choose to manually set the exposure EXPOSURE B Fixed as 0 0EV in the TEXT mode 415EV 1 0 EV 40 5 EV 40 0 EV m rm Sp ST 2a gt BEL INFORMATION e Increase the exposure to brighten the picture and decrease the exposure to darken the picture e negative exposure compensation value reduces the exposure Note that a positive exposure compensation value increases the exposure and the LCD monitor will appear white or you may not get good pictures e 2 0EV 2 0EV 0 5EV steps exposure levels are supported e f you change the exposure value the exposure indicator will be displayed on the bottom of the LCD monitor e The exposure value returns to 0 0EV when the power is turned on again Manual Exposure Night Mode m Whilst the camera automatically adjusts the best shutter speed and iris values according to the situation the user can manually v G D Nee set the shutter speed in Night Scene mode MANUAL EXPOSURE Configur
66. older choose another folder and If you want to add the program icons to a then click Next button Click 8 Digimax Viewer installation is successfully completed Click the Finish button to install Photolmpression The system will not reboot even the Yes want to restart the computer now option is selected The frame 8 may not appear according to the Click 99 system requirements 9 Digimax Viewer Installation is completed The Photolmpression installation window will T BER be displayed as shown alongside Click the OK button Click m nj INFORMATION e lf you click Cancel in Step 9 the Photolmpression installation will be canceled and the Restart Computer window will appear 10 A Welcome window will be displayed Click the Next gt button Dick HEEL LEES T Setting up the application software 11 The Software License Agreement window will be displayed If you agree to this click Yes dom Faria the window will then move to the next step es P If you disagree click No and the installation cea arent e program will be canceled meer reram H EZ alii Click 12 A destination selection window will open Click Next gt To copy to the files to another folder click Browse and choose a folder you want Click 13 The Select Components window will appear
67. on and select the MYCAM Ah zl menu tab S IMAGE 3 Select the S SOUND menu by pressing the UP S SOUND SOUND 1 DOWN button and press the RIGHT button SH SOUND v 4 Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP DOWN BACK SET OK button and press the OK button 5 Press the menu button twice and the menu will disappear Shutter sound m You can select the shutter sound e Selecting the Shutter Sound 1 In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode press the MENU button BP fe ie AUTO 2 Press the LEFT RIGHT button and select the MYCAM MYCAM menu tab S IMAGE 3 Select the SH SOUND menu by pressing the UP S SOUND SOUND 1 DOWN button and press the RIGHT button SH SOUND Y BACK SET OK 4 Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP DOWN button and press the OK button 5 Press the menu button twice and the menu will disappear 65 Important notes Be sure to observe the following precautions m his unit contains precision electronic components Do not use or store this unit in the following locations Areas exposed to severe changes in temperature and humidity Areas exposed to dust and dirt Areas exposed to direct sunlight or the inside of a vehicle in hot weather Environments where there is high magnetism or excessive vibration Areas with high explosives or highly flammable materials m Do not let the unit come into contact with dust vinyl goods or
68. on the LCD monitor 3 Select an image that you want to play back by pressing the LEFT RIGHT button x Press and hold the LEFT or RIGHT button to play back the images quickly INFORMATION e Even if the camera s power is off you can start the play mode by pressing the play mode button 41 Starting play mode m Playing back a movie clip Steps from 1 2 are the same as those to play back a still image 3 Select the recorded movie clip that you want to play back by using the LEFT RIGHT button If you select a movie clip the movie clip indicator 7 will be displayed on the LCD monitor 4 Press the shutter button to play back a movie clip file To pause a movie clip file while playing it back press the shutter button again Pressing the shutter button again will cause the movie clip file will restart To rewind the movie clip while it is playing press the LEFT button To fast forward the movie clip press the RIGHT button To stop playback of the movie clip press the shutter button and then press the LEFT or RIGHT button m Playing back a recorded voice Steps from 1 2 are the same as those to play back a still image 3 Select the recorded voice that you want to play back by using the LEFT RIGHT button If you select a recorded voice file the voice indicator ta will be displayed on the LCD monitor 4 Press the shutter button to play back a recorded voice 7 MEE file
69. or and the resized image will not be stored 91 COPY TO CARD i This enables you to copy image files to the memory card Copying to the Memory Card 1 Press and hold the Play mode button for 2 seconds and press the Menu button 2 Select the COPY TO CARD menu tab by pressing the LEFT RIGHT button 3 Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP DOWN NO button and press the OK button us NO The Play mode screen is displayed YES All images saved in the internal memory are copied to the memory card after the PLEASE WAIT message is displayed After copying has been completed the screen will return to play mode INFORMATION e If the function is used without an inserted memory card the NO CARD message is displayed and the Play mode screen is displayed e If there is not enough space available in the memory card to copy saved images in the internal memory 32MB the COPY TO CARD command will copy only some of the images and display CARD FULL message Then the system will return to the playback mode Please be sure to delete any unnecessary images to free up space before inserting the memory card into the camera 9 fe BLEU COPY TO CARD 92 DPOF m DPOF e DPOF stands for Digital Print Order Format It allows you to save the picture printing information in the DCIM MISC folder on the memory card Select the pictures to be printed and how many prints to make e The DPOF indicator w
70. or any loss or damages that may result from camera malfunction e Keep the manual in a safe place x Microsoft Windows and Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation incorporated in the United States and or other countries x Memory Stick Duo is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation x All brand and product names appearing in this manual are registered trademarks of their respective companies About the icons This manual contains instructions on using this camera that will help you to use this camera safely and correctly This will help prevent danger and injury to others DANGER DANGER DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING WARNING WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in a minor or moderate injury 9 Danger m Do not attempt to modify this camera in anyway This may result in fire injury electric shock or severe damage to you or your camera Internal inspection maintenance and repairs should be carried out by your dealer on Samsung Camera Service Center m Please do not use this product in close proximity to flammable or explosive gases as this could increase the risk of explosion i Should any form of liquid or a foreign objec
71. ory card with a soft cloth e 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 has been used in another digital camera or memory card reader Do not use a memory card formatted by another digital camera or memory card reader m Preserving the memory card data Do not remove the memory card while the autofocus lamp Green is blinking Doing so will corrupt the data on the memory card Samsung cannot be held responsible for lost data It is advisable to copy important data onto other media as back up e g floppy disks hard disks CD etc e If there are no shots remaining When you press the shutter button a CARD FULL message is displayed and the camera will not operate To optimize the amount of memory in the camera replace the memory card or delete unnecessary images stored in the memory 18 Inserting the memory card 1 Turn off the camera power and pull the battery chamber cover in the direction of the arrow to open 2 Have the front of the memory card face toward the front of the camera lens and the card pins toward the back of the camera LCD monitor and then push the memory card into the card slot until you hear a click 3 To close push the battery chamber cover until you hear a Click If the memory card does not slide in smooth
72. ound recording pressing the shutter button will stop the voice memo Macro VV Down button Focusing m While the menu is showing press the DOWN button to move from the main menu to a submenu or to move down the submenu cursor m When the menu is not showing you can use the MACRO NA DOWN button to take macro pictures in the 6 60cm STILL IMAGE mode 05 Autofocus Macro INFORMATION When the macro mode is selected it is possible that camera shake will occur If this is the case use a tripod to eliminate this e When the macro mode is selected it is recommended that you use the LCD monitor to compose these shots 26 Fixed focus i To focus on the subject positioned outside of the center use the focus lock function Using the Focus Lock 1 Ensure the subject in the center of the autofocus frame 2 Press the SHUTTER button halfway When the autofocus lamp green lights up it means the camera is focused on the subject Be careful not to press the SHUTTER button all the way down to avoid taking an unwanted pictured 3 With the SHUTTER button still pressed down only halfway move the camera to recompose your picture as desired and then press the SHUTTER button completely to take the picture If you release your finger from the SHUTTER button the focus lock function will be canceled The image to be captured Press the SHUTTER button R
73. s Insert a memory card that is holding some images CARD ERROR MEMORY ERROR Memory card error e Internal memory error Insert a new card or format the memory Format the memory with the memory card removed A battery indicator blinks There is low battery capacity Insert fresh batteries Camera shake warming indicator 68 The flash mode is set to flash off Disengage the FLASH OFF mode For ordinary shots Use a tripod For taking shots in more unusual circumstances museum art center Before contacting a service center Please check the following Causes Remedy The camera doesnt switch on The camera power Ceases whilst in use Batteries drain quickly There is low battery capacity An AC Power Adapter is not connected The batteries are exhausted The Camera is turned off automatically The Adapter plug is not connected securely The Camera is being used in low temperatures Insert fresh batteries Connect an AC Power Adapter Insert fresh batteries Push the power button to reactivate camera Remove and re insert the plug Keep the camera in warm conditions i e inside a coat or jacket and only remove it in order to take images Camera does not take images when pressing the Shutter button There is insufficient memory capacity The memory card has not been formatted The memory card is exhausted
74. s not inserted in the camera all the camera functions apply only to the internal memory m Recording a Movie clip 1 Insert the batteries p 16 Insert the batteries taking note of the polarity 2 Insert the memory card p 19 As this camera has a 32MB 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 To expand memory capacity insert a memory card If the memory card is inserted an image will be stored on the memory card 3 Close the battery chamber cover Press the power button to turn on the camera Select the MOVIE CLIP Sg mode by sliding the mode Switch 6 Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using either the viewfinder or LCD monitor 7 Press the shutter button to take a movie clip Press the shutter button once and movie clips are recorded for as long as the available recording time MOVIE CLIP mode allows Movie clips will still be recorded if the shutter button is released If you wish to stop recording press the shutter button again Image size and type are listed below Image size 640X480 320X240 Selectable File type avi MJPEG um 21 Starting the recording mode m Recording Voice Steps from 1 4 are the same as those for recording a movie clip 5 Select the VOICE RECORDING mode by sliding the mode switch 6 Press the shutter button
75. sic settings You can use the setup menu in all camera modes except Voice Recording mode The items indicated by are default settings PWR OFF CANCEL 1 3 10MIN v ENGLISH ESPANOL S0 ITALIANO FRAN AIS Rh DEUTSCH Ee Tany NO LANGUAGE FORMAT 04 05 01 13 00 D M Y OFF IMPRINT DATE D amp TIME OFF LOW MEDIUM NORMAL BRIGHT NO YES S5 Setup menu ue OFF 1 3 SEC v File name m This function allows the user to select the file naming format e Assigning File Names 1 In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode press the MENU button 2 Press the LEFT RIGHT button and select the SETUP aaa menu tab o sem AUTO 3 Select the FILE menu by pressing the UP DOWN button zT RESET and press the RIGHT button PWROFE SERIES 4 Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP DOWN LANGUAGE button and press the OK button BACK SET OK RESET After using the reset function the next file name will be set from 0001 even after formatting deleting all or inserting a new memory card SERIES Under this system the file name will directly follow the last stored file name regardless of any actions such as file deletion or formatting 5 Press the menu button twice and the menu will disappear INFORMATION The first stored folder name is 100SSCAM and the first file name is SCD40001 e File names are assigned sequentially from SCD
76. t enter the camera do not use it Switch off the camera and then disconnect the power source batteries or AC Power Adapter You must contact your dealer or Samsung Camera Service Center Do not continue to use the camera as this may cause a fire or electric shock m Do not insert or drop metallic or inflammable foreign objects into the camera through access points e g the memory card slot and battery chamber This may cause a fire or electric shock m Do not operate this camera with wet hands This could pose a risk of electric shock Warning m Do not use the flash in close proximity to people or animals Positioning the flash too close to your subject s eyes may cause eyesight damage m When taking photographs never point the lens of the camera directly into very strong light This may result in permanent damage to your eyesight m For safety reasons keep this product and accessories out of reach of children or animals to prevent accidents e g e Swallowing batteries or small camera accessories If an accident should occur please consult a doctor immediately e There is the possibility of injury from the camera s moving parts m Batteries and camera may become hot during prolonged use and it may result in camera malfunction Should this be the case allow the camera to sit idle for a few minutes to allow it time to cool m Do not recharge non rechargeable batteries This may cause an explosion m Do not leave this camera in plac
77. tarting PC Mode 6 Press the right mouse button and a pop up menu will open Click Paste 7 Animage file is transferred from the camera to your PC a LES oc By using Digimax Viewer you can see the stored images in the memory directly on the PC monitor and you can copy or move the image files 83 Removing the USB Driver for Windows 98SE m To remove the USB driver refer to the process shown below 1 Trace Start Settings and click Control Panel 2 Double click Add Remove programs 3 The Add Remove Programs Properties window will open Click Digimax U CA 401 and click the Add Remove button 4 Uninstallation is complete Click the Finish button and the window will disappear Click 84 Removable Disk B To use this camera as a Removable Disk install p 75 the USB Driver 1 Before turning the camera power on connect the camera to the PC with the USB cable 2 Click Removable Disk under My computer or Windows Explorer 3 Image files stored in the Removable Disk DCIM 100SSCAM can be transferred to the PC INFORMATION Important information whilst using the Removable Disk e The Removable Disk indicator will not show when the camera power is off or the USB cable is removed e We recommend that you should copy the images to the PC to view them Opening images directly from the removable disk may be subject to unexpected disconnection
78. tion LOCK Sets up the protect function If you select the ONE PIC sub menu at step 3 you can UnLock protect or unprotect another image by pressing the m BXIT SHI jJ LEFT RIGHT button If you press the SHUTTER button FELS the Image Protection menu will disappear If you protect an image the protect icon O n will be displayed on the LCD monitor An unprotected image has no indicator An image in LOCK mode will be protected from DELETE or DEL ALL functions but will NOT be protected from the FORMAT function 5 Press the shutter button and the menu will disappear Starting the slide show m Images can be displayed continuously at pre set intervals You can view the slide show by connecting the camera to an external monitor 1 Press and hold the Play mode button for 2 seconds and press the Menu button 2 Press the LEFT RIGHT button and select the SLIDE SLIDE menu tab 3 Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the desired OFF submenu value and then press the RIGHT button Slide Show Display Interval OFF 1 10 seconds 4 Use the UP and DOWN buttons to set whether to repeat the slide show ON Even once a cycle from the first image to the last EIIE la a OS gt image is completed the slide show will continue to gon fm Rer EXIT MENU MOVE repeat itself SLIDE OFF If a cycle is completed the slide show will stop A REPEAT automatically 1 5 Press the OK button and the slide
79. to record a voice Press the shutter button once and voice is recorded for as long as the available recording time Max 1 hour allows The recording time will be displayed on the LCD monitor Voice will still be recorded if the shutter button is released n If you wish to stop recording press the shutter button again Voice recording file type wav VOICE RECORDING mode INFORMATION e distance of 40cm between you and the camera microphone is the best distance to record sound m Recording a still image Steps from 1 4 are the same as those for recording a movie clip 5 Select the STILL IMAGE Cg mode by sliding the mode switch 6 Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using either the viewfinder or LCD monitor 7 Press the shutter button to capture an image STILL IMAGE mode 22 Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures m Pressing the shutter button down half way Lightly press the shutter button to confirm focus and flash battery charge See page 13 Press the shutter button all way down to take the picture Press the shutter button m The available recording time may vary depending on shooting conditions and camera settings m When the Flash Off or Slow synchro mode is selected in a low lighting condition the camera shake warning indicator fe may appear on the LCD monitor In this case change the flash mode to flash shot m
80. urned 2 off automatically d Yellow color Video White color Voice INFORMATION NTSC U S A Canada Japan South Korea Taiwan Mexico ePAL Australia Austria Belgium China Denmark Finland Germany U K Holland Italy Kuwait Malaysia New Zealand Singapore Spain Sweden Switzerland Thailand Norway e When using a TV as an external monitor you will need to select the external or AV channel of the TV e There will be a digital noise on the external monitor but it is not a malfunction e If the image is not in the centre of the screen use the TV controls to centre it e When the camera is connected to an external monitor the menu will be visible on the external monitor and the menu functions are the same as those indicated on the LCD monitor 62 Quick view B f you enable Quick View before capturing an image you can view the image you just captured on the LCD monitor for the duration set in the Q VIEW setup Quick view is possible only with still images e Setting Quick View 1 In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode press the MENU button SPEED fce 2a WE 2 Press the LEFT RIGHT button and select the SETUP m AUTO menu tab SEE 3 Select the Q VIEW menu by pressing the UP DOWN ed ys button and press the RIGHT button Q VIEW 4 Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP DOWN BACK SET OK button and press the OK button OFF The quick view function can t be a
81. utton E f the menu is displayed use the 5 Function buttons to change the data values and for your changes to be accepted E If the menu is not displayed press the MENU OK button to display a menu for the current camera mode on the LCD monitor Press the button again to return to the previous state Dum 29 Pressing the RI s t fk 4 i pel WE MENU St button rd ET al sell Menu off Menu on Play mode LCD button m Press and hold the Play mode LCD EG button for 2 seconds to play pictures saved in the memory m Press but do not hold down the Play mode LCD ra button while playing saved pictures to see the ei M information in the LCD m Repeatedly press but do not hold down the Play mode LCD R3 button in the Normal mode to display the further information in the LCD 29 Pressing the x LCD button LCD off Image amp basic information Image amp full information Pressing the LCD button 30 Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera m You can use the menu on the LCD monitor to set up recording functions INFORMATION e The menu will not be displayed on the LCD monitor in the following circumstances When another button is being operated While image data is being processed when the autofocus lamp next to the viewfinder blinks When there is no battery capacity e When the menu is showing on the LCD monitor
82. ynchro l l E When you take an image in a condition with poor light the camera shake warning indicator 4 will display on the LCD monitor The flash does not fire Select this mode when capturing images in a Flash off place or situation where flash photography is prohibited When you ash o capture an image in a poorly lit condition the camera shake warning indicator 4 will display on the LCD monitor INFORMATION Using the flash frequently will reduce the life of the batteries Under normal operating conditions the charging time for the flash is normally within 5 seconds If the batteries are weak the charging time will be longer During the movie clip mode the flash function will not operate e Take photographs within the flash range e The image quality is not guaranteed if the subject is too close or highly reflective e The LCD monitor is turned off for a while after using the flash to recharge it 28 Self timer lt Right button i When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor pressing the Right button makes the cursor shift to the sub tab im When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor the RIGHT button operates as the Self timer 9 button This function is used when the photographer would also like to be in the image e Selecting the self timer 1 Slide the mode switch to the STILL IMAGE mode 2 Press the SELF TIMER button until the desired mode indicator displays on th
83. your camera We cannot however be held responsible in any way for damage caused by inappropriate use Using a Hand made PC or a PC and OS that has not been guaranteed by the manufacturer is not covered by the Samsung warranty Before reading this manual you should have a basic knowledge of computers and O S Operating Systems System Requirements PC with processor better than MMX Power Mac G3 or later Pentium 233MHz XP Pentium Il 300MHz Windows 98 98SE 2000 ME XP Mac OS 9 0 10 2 Minimum 32MB RAM XP 128MB Minimum 64MB RAM 140MB of available hard disk space 110MB of available hard disk space USB port USB port CD ROM drive CD ROM drive 800x600 pixels 16 bit colour display QuickTime 4 0 or later for Movie Clip compatible monitor 24 bit color display recommended 73 About the software After inserting the CD ROM provided with this camera into the CD ROM drive the following window should automatically run Before connecting the camera to the PC ac Digim 2X UCA d you should first install the camera driver m Camera driver This enables images to transfer between the camera and PC This camera uses the USB Storage Driver as the camera driver You can use the camera as a USB card reader After installing the driver and connecting this camera to the PC you can find Removable Disk in Windows Explorer or My computer A USB Storage Driver is provided only for Windows A USB Driver for MAC

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