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ENGLISH
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.

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  • Page 1 ENGLISH 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.

  • Page 2: Take A Picture

    Instructions 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] To play back a video shot with this camera, be sure to use the QuickTime player supplied on the software CD-ROM.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    READY Getting to know your camera About the icons Danger Warning Caution An FCC warning This digital camera can be used for Manufacturer's contents Identification of features Front & Top Back & Bottom Side/ 5-function button Mode dial Connecting to a Power Source...
  • Page 4 Contents Play & Pause/Down button LEFT / RIGHT / MENU / OK button LCD button Delete button Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor Deleting all images Protecting images Starting the slide show Resizing Rotating an image Copying DPOF : Setting the Number of Copies to Print...

  • Page 5: Getting To Know Your Camera

    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 for any loss or damages that may result from camera malfunction.

  • Page 6: Danger

    Should any form of liquid or a foreign object 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.

  • Page 7: Caution

    Increase distance between the camera and the affected device. Use a different socket away from the affected device. Please contact a Samsung agent or a radio/TV engineer. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for...

  • Page 8: This Digital Camera Can Be Used For

    This digital camera can be used for Printing images using a dedicated printer, DPOF-compatible printer or DPOF-equipped photo lab. (refer to page 59) Downloading image files from camera to computer. (refer to page 88) Viewing images on a TV. (refer to page 67) Editing images on a PC.
  • Page 9 This digital camera can be used for Creation of a digital photo album. Recording your voice. (refer to page 22) You can even create your own unique gift wrap paper by using your digital images. Taking a favourite image and creating your own personalized calendar with it.

  • Page 10: Manufacturer's Contents

    Manufacturer's contents Please check that you have the correct contents before using this product. marked contents are optional. 2 AA Alkaline Digital Camera Pouch VIDEO cable Batteries USB cable Camera strap User manual Product warranty SD memory card AC adapter Software CD (SAC-32, DC 3.3V)

  • Page 11: Identification Of Features

    Identification of features Front & Top Power button Shutter button Flash Viewfinder Back & Bottom Autofocus indicator lamp(Green) Flash indicator lamp(Red) Viewfinder Mode dial LCD monitor Tripod socket * 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.

  • Page 12: Side/ 5-Function Button

    Mode dial You can select the desired working mode by using the mode dial located on the back of the camera. This digital camera has 6 recording modes. These are listed below. Still image mode MySET mode Voice memo/ UP button...
  • Page 13 Identification of features Voice recording mode Movie clip mode Photo Frame mode Night scene mode The meaning of the camera operation mode icons used in this manual are as follows: Icon Mode dial Camera working mode Still image mode Voice recording mode Photo Frame mode Play mode A voice recording can be recorded for as long as the available...
  • Page 14 Identification of features Camera status lamp Color Status Blinking and off Autofocus indicator lamp (Green) Blinking fast Blinking slowly Flash indicator lamp(Red) Blinking Self-timer lamp(Red) Blinking once Beep Beep sound Power beep Normal beep (a short beep) Error beep (long beep twice and short beep twice) Self-timer beep - To hear the beep sound, you have to set the beep sound to on in the setup mode menu.

  • Page 15: Connecting To A Power Source

    There 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 3.3V 2.0A). We recommend using batteries for a digital camera.(Within a year from the date of manufacture) The batteries are listed below.

  • Page 16: Using The Batteries

    Connecting to a Power Source DANGER Always turn off the power before taking the AC adapter out of the mains supply. As with all mains powered devices, safety is important. Ensure that neither the camera nor adapter comes into contact with water or metallic materials. Please ensure that you use an AC adapter (3.3V 2.0A) with the correct specification for the camera.

  • Page 17: Instructions On How To Use The

    During and after periods of extended use, you may notice that the memory card is warm. This is perfectly normal. Do not use a memory card that is used in another digital camera or memory card reader. Do not use a memory card formatted by another digital camera or memory card reader.
  • Page 18 Instructions on how to use the memory card INFORMATION Don't remove the memory card when the autofocus indicator lamp (Green) is blinking as this may cause damage to data in the memory card. You can use an SD memory card and MMC(Multi Media Card). Card pins Write...

  • Page 19: Inserting The Memory Card

    Inserting the memory card 1. Turn off the camera’s power and push the Battery chamber cover in the direction of the arrow to open. 2. Have the card pins face toward the front of the camera (lens) and the label toward the back of the camera (LCD monitor), and then push the memory card into the card slot until you hear a "click".

  • Page 20: Lcd Monitor Indicator

    LCD monitor indicator The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting functions and selections. Description Battery Recording mode Camera shake warning Flash Self-timer Voice memo Macro Metering Time Date Exposure compensation White Balance Card Inserted indicator [ Image & Full Status ] Icons 01:00 PM 2004/01/01...

  • Page 21: Starting The Recording Mode

    LCD monitor indicator Sharpness Image quality Image size Number of available shots remaining Remaining time( Movie clip/ Voice recording) Autofocus frame Digital Zoom rate Optical zoom indicator Starting the recording mode If the memory card is inserted in the camera, all the camera functions apply only to the memory card.

  • Page 22: Starting The Recording Mode

    Starting the recording mode Using MySET Mode This mode allows users to save frequently used shooting settings for later use. Steps 1 through 4 are the same as for shooting still images. 5. Rotate the Mode Dial to MySET mode ( 6.
  • Page 23 Starting the recording mode Recording a Movie clip Steps from 1-4 are the same as those for recording a still image. 5. Select the MOVIE CLIP( mode dial. 6. The MOVIE CLIP mode icon and available recording time will display on the LCD monitor. 7.
  • Page 24 Starting the recording mode INFORMATION When the Flash Off or Slow synchro mode is selected in a low lighting condition, the camera shake warning indicator ( a tripod, support the camera on a solid surface or change the flash mode to flash shot mode.

  • Page 25: Using The Camera Buttons To Adjust The Camera

    Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera The RECORDING mode function can be set up by using the camera buttons. POWER button Used for turning the camera’s power on / off. If there is no operation during the specified time, the camera’s power will be turned off automatically to save battery life.
  • Page 26 WIDE / TELE button This camera has a 2X optical zoom and a 2X digital zoom function. Using both will offer a total zoom ratio of 4X. When you press the zoom (W/T) button, the zoom bar will display in the upper center part of the LCD monitor.

  • Page 27: Voice Memo / Up Button

    WIDE / TELE button 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. The digital zoom cannot be used in movie clip shots.

  • Page 28: Macro/Down Button (Focusing)

    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 sound recording, pressing the shutter button will stop the voice memo. Macro( ) / Down button (Focusing) While the menu is showing, press the DOWN button to move from the main menu to a...

  • Page 29: Focus Lock

    Focus lock 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. The Autofocus frame(green) will light up, indicating that the camera is in focus.

  • Page 30: Camera Shake Warning

    FLASH( ) / LEFT button Flash mode indicator ICON Flash mode Auto flash Red eye reduction Fill in flash Slow synchro Flash off 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 8 seconds.

  • Page 31: Self-Timer/ Right Button

    Self-timer( When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the Right button makes the cursor shift to the sub tab. When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, the RIGHT button operates as the Self- timer( ) button.

  • Page 32: Menu/ Ok Button

    Self-timer( INFORMATION The default is OFF. When taking a picture using the self-timer, the self-timer lamp works as follows: 10 second self-timer setting : The self-timer lamp blinks at 1 second intervals for the first 2 second self-timer setting If you operate the Power button, Mode dial and Self-timer button during the self-timer operation, the self-timer function is cancelled.

  • Page 33: Button

    +/- button You can use the +/- button to adjust the values for the exposure compensation. Exposure compensation : This camera automatically adjusts the exposure according to the ambient lighting conditions. You can also select the exposure value by using the +/- button. In Still image, MySET and Photo Frame mode, the exposure compensation can be adjusted between -2.0EV and +2.0EV (at 0.5EV increment), and in Night Scene mode, you can set the Longtime shutter.

  • Page 34: Lcd Button

    LCD button You can check the recording status in the LCD monitor. Each time you press the LCD button in a recording mode, except Voice Recording mode, the LCD monitor display changes as follows: Pressing the Pressing the LCD button LCD button [ Image &...

  • Page 35: Using The Lcd Monitor To Adjust The

    Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settings You can use the menu on the LCD monitor to set up recording functions. INFORMATION 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.

  • Page 36: How To Use The Menu

    Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settings Menu tab Main menu EFFECT W.BALANCE PHOTO FRAME 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.

  • Page 37: Size

    Size You can select the image size appropriate for your application. You can select from STILL IMAGE, PHOTO FRAME, NIGHT SCENE and MySET modes. Icon 1600 Size 1600x1200 The higher the resolution, the lower the number of available shots will be because high resolution images require more memory than lower resolution images.

  • Page 38: Metering

    Image Size and Quality for the Number of Images that can be saved in a Memory Card/Shooting Time (When using a 6MB internal memory ; based on Samsung's own testing). These figures are approximate as image capacities can be affected by variables such as subject matter.

  • Page 39: Shooting

    Metering SPOT ( : The indicated area at the centre will be metered, as shown on the right. This is suitable when the subject at the center is exposured correctly regardless of back lighting. INFORMATION If the subject is not the centre of the focus area, do not use the spot metering as this may result in an exposure error.
  • Page 40 Shooting Examples of Picture Exposure [ Underexposure ] INFORMATION To take continuous shots, the number of available shots must be more than 2 because the minimum numbers of continuous shots permitted are 2. To take the AEB shots, the number of available shots must be more than 3 because of the same reason. Camera shake can be a problem when using the AEB shooting mode and it takes time to store the AEB image to the memory.

  • Page 41: Sharpness

    Sharpness You can adjust the sharpness of the picture you want to take. You cannot check the sharpness effect on the LCD monitor before you take a picture, because this function is applied only when the captured image is stored on the memory.

  • Page 42: White Balance

    White balance White balance : The white balance control allows you to adjust the colours to appear more natural looking. The White Balance is available in STILL IMAGE, PHOTO FRAME, MOVIE CLIP and MySET mode. WHITE BALANCE AUTO DAYLIGHT CLOUDY SUNSET [STILL IMAGE mode] White balance...

  • Page 43: Photo Frame

    Photo Frame You can add 9 types of frame-like borders to a still image you want to capture. This can be set in Photo Frame mode. Selecting a Photo Frame 1. Rotate the Mode Dial to Photo Frame mode ( 2.

  • Page 44: Starting Play Mode

    Starting play mode Turn the camera on and select Play mode by pressing the play mode button ( The camera can now play back the images stored in the memory. If you have turned on the camera by pressing the POWER button, you can press the PLAY MODE button once to switch to Play mode and press it again to switch to Recording mode.

  • Page 45: Playing Back A Movie Clip

    Starting play mode 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 ( displayed on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 46: Lcd Monitor Indicator

    LCD monitor indicator The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting conditions. Description Battery Play mode File Type Voice memo Protect indicator DPOF indicator Stored image number If you press the LCD button, you can check the following recording information: SIZE : 1600X1200 AV : F3.4 TV : 1/15...

  • Page 47: Using The Camera Buttons To Adjust The Camera

    Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera In Play mode, you can use the buttons on the camera to conveniently set up the Play mode functions. Thumbnail ( You can view multiple pictures, enlarge a selected picture, and crop and save a selected area of an image.

  • Page 48: Voice Memo / Up Button

    Thumbnail( The maximum enlargement rate in proportion to the image size. Image size Maximum enlargement rate Trimming : You can extract part of the image that you want and save it separately. 1. Select an image that you want to enlarge and press the enlargement button.

  • Page 49: Play & Pause/Down Button

    Voice ( ) memo / Up button 3. Press the shutter button to start recording. The [REC]message will be displayed on the LCD monitor (as shown) and voice will be recorded to the still image for 10 seconds. 4. The recording can be stopped by pressing the shutter button again.

  • Page 50: Left / Right/ Menu/ Ok Button

    LEFT / RIGHT/ MENU/ OK button 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.

  • Page 51: Delete Button

    Delete ( ) button This deletes images stored on the memory card. Deleting Images in Play Mode 1. Select an image that you want to delete by pressing the LEFT / RIGHT button and press the DELETE ( button. 2. A message will display as shown alongside on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 52: Setting Up The Play Back Function

    Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor PLAY mode functions can be changed by using the LCD monitor. In the PLAY mode, pressing theMENU button displays the menu on the LCD monitor. The menus you can set up in Play mode are as follows.

  • Page 53: Deleting All Images

    Deleting all images Of all the files stored in the memory card, the unprotected files in the DCIM subfolder will be deleted. Deleting All images 1. Press the play mode button and press the menu button. 2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [DEL.ALL] menu tab.

  • Page 54: Protecting Images

    Protecting images This is used to protect specific shots from being accidentally erased (LOCK). It also unprotects images that have been previously protected (UNLOCK). Protecting Images 1. Press the play mode button and press the menu button. 2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [PROTECT] menu tab.

  • Page 55: Starting The Slide Show

    Starting the slide show Images can be displayed continuously at pre-set intervals. You can view the slide show by connecting the camera to an external monitor. (p.67) 1. Press the play mode button and press the menu button. 2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [SLIDE] menu tab.

  • Page 56: Resizing

    Resizing A stored image size can be changed and used as a logo image. The resized image will have a new file name. 1. Press the play mode button and press the menu button. 2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [RESIZE] menu tab.

  • Page 57: Rotating An Image

    Rotating an image You can rotate the stored images by 90, 180, or 270 degrees. 1. Press the play mode button and press the menu button. 2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [ROTATE] menu tab. 3. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP/ DOWN button.

  • Page 58: Copying

    Copying This enables you to copy image files to the memory card. Copy to card 1. Press the play mode button and press the MENU button. 2. Select the [COPY TO CARD] menu tab by pressing the LEFT/ RIGHT button. 3.

  • Page 59: Copies To Print

    DPOF : Setting the Number of Copies to Print DPOF DPOF(Digital Print Order Format) allows you to embed printing information on your memory card. Select the pictures to be printed and how many prints to make. (Print quantity : 0 ~ 30 ) The DPOF indicator will display on the LCD monitor when an image that has DPOF information plays back.

  • Page 60: Dpof : Index

    DPOF : INDEX Images (except for movie clips and voice files) are printed as index type. 1. Press the play mode button and press the menu button. 2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [DPOF] menu tab. 3. Select the [INDEX] menu by pressing the UP/ DOWN button and press the RIGHT button.

  • Page 61: Setup Menu

    Setup menu In this mode, you can set up basic settings. You can use the setup menu in all camera modes, except Voice Recording mode. The items indicated by Menu tab Main menu FILE PWR OFF LANGUAGE FORMAT DATE IMPRINT BEEP are default settings.

  • Page 62: File Name

    Setup menu Menu tab Main menu VIDEO Q.VIEW RESET LATEST File name This function allows the user to select the file naming format. Assigning File Names 1. In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode, press the MENU button. 2.

  • Page 63: Auto Power Off

    File name INFORMATION The first stored folder name is 100SSCAM, and the first file name is S2500001. Whenever you store an image, the file number is increased by 1. The file numbers are named from S2500001 to S2509999 automatically, 9999 files will be stored in a folder.

  • Page 64: Language

    Language 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.

  • Page 65: Setting Up The Date/ Time/ Date Type

    Setting up the Date/ Time/ Date type You can change the date and time that will be displayed on the captured images and set up the date type. Setting Date/Time & Selecting Date Format 1. In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode, press the MENU button.

  • Page 66: Beep

    Beep If you set the operation sound to ON, various sounds will be activated for camera startup, when buttons are pressed, and if there is a card error, so that you can be aware of the camera operation status. Setting Operation Sounds 1.

  • Page 67: Selecting Video Out Type

    Selecting Video out type 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. Setting the Video Out Type 1.

  • Page 68: Quick View

    Quick view If 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. Setting Quick View 1.

  • Page 69: Latest

    - If [OFF] is selected: The startup image will not be displayed. - If [IMAGE 1, IMAGE 2] is selected: The Samsung brand logo will be displayed. - If [IMAGE 3] is selected: The startup image you created in [RESIZE] will be displayed.

  • Page 70: Important Notes

    - Pay attention not to get fingerprints or foreign substances on the surface of the lens. If 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...
  • Page 71 Important notes If the camera is exposed to an electronic interference, it will turn itself off to protect the memory card. Camera Maintenance - Use a soft brush (available from photo stores) to gently clean the lens and LCD assemblies. If this does not work, lens-cleaning paper with lens cleaning fluid can be used.

  • Page 72: Warning Indicator

    Warning indicator There are several warnings that may appear on the LCD display Warning indicator There is insufficient memory capacity to CARD FULL ! take an image. When taking pictures in dark places. LOW LIGHT ! CARD The memory card is locked LOCKED ! There are no images stored on the NO IMAGE !

  • Page 73: Before Contacting A Service Center

    Before contacting a service center Please check the following Symptom The camera - There is low battery capacity doesn’t switch on - An AC Power Adapter is not connected The camera - The batteries are exhausted power ceases - The Camera is turned off automatically. whilst in use - The Adapter plug is not connected securely - The Camera is being used in low...
  • Page 74 Before contacting a service center Symptom The camera buttons Camera malfunction do not operate A card error has occurred whi l e the memory card i s Incorrect memory card format i n the camera. Col o ur of i m age i s di f ferent White balance setting is incorrect.

  • Page 75: Specifications

    Specifications Type Image Effective Pixels Sensor Total Pixels Focal Length Lens F No. Digital Zoom Optical Viewfinder Viewfinder LCD Monitor Type Focusing Range Type Shutter Speed Control Exposure Compensation ISO Equivalent Modes Flash Range Recharging Time Sharpness Effect White Balance Photo Frame Voice Recording Date Imprinting...

  • Page 76: Software

    1024: Super fine (15) / Fine (26) / Normal (40) 800: Super fine (25) / Fine (43) / Normal (64) 640: Super fine (40) / Fine (64) / Normal (92) * These figures are measured under Samsung’s standard conditions and may vary depending on shooting conditions and camera settings.

  • Page 77: Software Notes

    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).

  • Page 78: About The Software

    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. Before connecting the camera to the PC,...

  • Page 79: Setting Up The Application Software

    INFORMATION Close other programs before installing the application software. Before installing the application software, disconnect the USB connection. You can visit the Samsung web-site through the internet. http://www.samsungcamera.com : English http://www.samsungcamera.co.kr : Korean 1. Click the [Install] menu in the Autorun frame.
  • Page 80 Setting up the application software 5. The 'Software License Agreement' window will open, asking you to agree to the licensing. Use the button on the bottom left to select the language of your choice, and then click [Agree] to accept the license agreement. The installation will proceed to the next stage.
  • Page 81 Setting up the application software The QuickTime program folder will appear. Click on the Close button to close the folder. 11. Set the transfer rate for downloading content from the Internet, and then click [Next >]. 13. Specify the file types you want to associate with QuickTime.
  • Page 82 Setting up the application software * The QuickTime Player will launch, the readme file will open, and the Step 15 window will open. Click on the Close 1 and Close 2 buttons to exit the program. 15. A window will appear which enables you to choose where you want to install the program too.
  • Page 83 Setting up the application software 18. A destination selection window will open. Click [Next >]. To copy to the files another folder, click [Browse (R)..] and choose the folder you want. 19. A window will open, asking you to choose a folder to which program icons will be added.
  • Page 84 Setting up the application software 23. The Software License Agreement window will be displayed. If you agree to this, click [Yes], the window will then move to the next step. If you disagree, click [No] and the installation program will be cancelled. 24.
  • Page 85 Setting up the application software 28. To apply the changes, you have made, you must restart the computer. Select [Yes, I want to restart my computer now], and then click [OK]. * Depends on the system, following screen may display in the step 27.
  • Page 86 2. Refer to FAQ (p.97~98) 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)

  • Page 87: Starting Pc Mode

    Starting PC Mode If you insert the USB cable into the USB connection terminal, the camera mode will change to the PC mode automatically. In this mode, you can download stored images to your PC through the USB cable. The LCD monitor is always turned off in PC mode. The auto focus lamp will blink when the files are transferring via the USB connection.
  • Page 88 Starting PC Mode 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.
  • Page 89 Starting PC Mode 6. Press the right mouse button and a pop-up menu will open. Click [Paste]. 7. An image file will be transferred from the camera to your PC. - You can view the pictures on the memory card if it is inserted into the camera. - If the memory card is not inserted, the pictures stored in the internal memory will appear.

  • Page 90: Removing The Usb Driver For Windows 98Se

    Settings] and click [Control Panel]. 2. Double-click [Add/Remove programs]. 3. The [Add/Remove Programs Properties] window will open. Click [Samsung Digimax 250] and click the [Add/Remove] button. 4. A window will open. Click the [OK] button and the camera driver will be removed.

  • Page 91: Removable Disk

    Removable Disk To use this camera as a Removable Disk, install (p.79) 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.

  • Page 92: Removing The Removable Disk

    Removing the removable disk 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. Windows 2000/ME/XP 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.

  • Page 93: Setting Up The Usb Driver For Mac

    Removing the removable disk 6. A [Unplug or Eject Hardware] window will open. Click the [Close] button and the removable disk will be removed safely. 7. Unplug the USB cable. 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.

  • Page 94: Using Photoimpression

    Using PhotoImpression With PhotoImpression, 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 The following screen will appear. [ Command Button ] You can use PhotoImpression to perform the following tasks.
  • Page 95 Using PhotoImpression Tool Bar Button Description Resize Layer Flip Layer Horizontally Undo Copy Delete Layer INFORMATION For detailed instructions on how to use PhotoImpression, please refer to the program's Help. Button Description Rotate Layer Rotate All Layers Redo Paste Close Picture...

  • Page 96: Digimax Viewer 2.1

    Refer to the [Help] menu in Digimax viewer 2.1 for further information. 1. To open Digimax Viewer, click the [Start Samsung Digimax Viewer 2.1 2.1 ] and Digimax Viewer 2.1 will then open. 3. You can easily use the Digimax viewer 2.1 program as it offers a FILE menu and TOOL bar.And, you can use...

  • Page 97: Faq

    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 79. [Case 3] The USB cable is not connected or you are using a cable with an incorrect specification.
  • Page 98 Win XP There must be USB Host Controller and USB root hub under [Universal serial bus controller]. 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"...
  • Page 99 MEMO...
  • Page 100 SAMSUNG TECHWIN CO., LTD. OPTICS & 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, NJ07094, U.S.A.

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