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ENGLISH User's Manual 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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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] If you use a card reader to copy the images on the memory card to your PC, the images could be damaged.
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 / 5-function button Mode switch Function Lamp Connecting to a Power Source Using the AC power adapter (5V 2.0A)
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Contents LCD monitor indicator Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera Thumbnail/ Enlargement button Voice memo/ Up button Delete/ DOWN button LEFT / RIGHT/ MENU/ OK button LCD button Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor Deleting all images Protecting images Starting the slide show...
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.
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.
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...
This digital camera can be used for Printing images using a dedicated printer, DPOF-compatible printer or DPOF-equipped photo lab. (refer to page 53) Downloading image files from camera to computer. (refer to page 82) Viewing images on a TV. (refer to page 62) Taking a picture.
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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.
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 Rechargeable Duracell AC adapter(5V) Memory Stick Duo...
Identification of features Front & Top Power button Shutter button Lens Function Lamp Back Flash status lamp(Red) Autofocus lamp(Green) Viewfinder Microphone LCD monitor 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.
Battery holder Mode switch 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. Movie clip mode Voice recording mode...
Identification of features Still image mode Lamp Type When turning on the Blue lamp blink and then turns off when power the camera is ready to take a picture When the camera is in focus (when the SHUTTER button is pressed halfway) When the camera is out of focus (when the SHUTTER button is pressed halfway) While the flash is charging...
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 5V 2.0A). We recommend using batteries for a digital camera. (Within a year from the date of manufacture) The batteries are listed below.
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 rechargeable 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.
Connecting to a Power Source : If the camera does not turn on after you have inserted batteries, Using the batteries please check whether the batteries are inserted with the polarity(+and-) 1. Open the battery chamber cover by pushing in the direction of the arrow.
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). Card pins(A) Write protect switch(B) Label(C) Back [ Memory Stick Duo ] Do not insert the Memory Stick Duo on its own into a Memory Stick-compatible device.
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.
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.
LCD monitor indicator The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting functions and selections. Description Battery Recording mode Camera shake warning Flash Self-timer Macro Metering Exposure compensation Auto focus frame Time Date MS DUO indicator White Balance [ Image & Full Status ] Icons 01:00 PM 2004/05/01...
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 If the memory card is inserted in the camera, all the camera functions apply only to the memory card. If the memory card is not inserted in the camera, all the camera functions apply only to the internal memory.
Starting the recording mode Recording Voice Steps from 1-4 are the same as those for recording a movie clip. 5. Select the VOICE RECORDING( the mode switch. 6. Press the shutter button to record a voice. - Press the shutter button once and voice is recorded for as long as the available recording time(Max:1hour) allows.
Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures 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. [ Lightly press the shutter button ] The available recording time may vary depending on shooting conditions and camera settings.
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.
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ZOOM W button/ ZOOM T button TELE Zoom Digital zoom TELE : Pressing the ZOOM button T activates the digital zoom software. WIDE Zoom Digital zoom WIDE : Pressing the zoom W button will reduce the digital zooming in [Digital zoom 4.0X] INFORMATION To use the digital zoom the LCD monitor has to be turned on.
Voice memo( )/ UP button While the menu is showing, press the UP button to move up the submenu cursor. 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.
Fixed focus 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.
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 5 seconds.
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.
MENU/ OK button If the menu is displayed, use the 5-Function buttons to change the data values and for your changes to be accepted If the menu is not displayed, press the MENU/OK button to display a menu for the current camera mode on the LCD monitor.
Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera 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.
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Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera Menu tab Main menu METERING WHITE BALANCE EFFECT SHOOTING SHARPNESS EXPOSURE MANUAL EXPOSURE Sub menu MULTI SPOT AUTO DAYLIGHT AUTO CLOUDY SUNSET FLUORESCENT TUNGSTEN NORMAL B & W SEPIA SINGLE CONTINUOUS SOFT NORMAL VIVID +2.0EV~+0.0EV ~-2.0EV...
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. Press the LEFT 2272 or RIGHT button.
Mode INFORMATION In the Text mode, the camera uses the macro-shooting mode, and the flash function does not work. 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.
File Format jpeg Fixed as [FINE] in the TEXT mode. 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 Quality/Size 2272 S.FINE...
Metering If you cannot obtain suitable exposure conditions, you can change the metering method to take brighter pictures. MULTI( : Exposure will be calculated based on an average of the available light in the image area. However, the calculation will be biased towards the centre of the image area.
White balance White balance : The white balance control allows you to adjust the colours to appear more natural looking. AUTO WHITE BALANCE AUTO DAYLIGHT CLOUDY SUNSET [ STILL IMAGE mode ] White balance - AUTO : The camera automatically selects the appropriate white balance settings, depending on the prevailing lighting conditions.
Effect 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. AUTO EFFECT NORMAL SEPIA [ STILL IMAGE mode ] NORMAL : No effect is added to the image. B &...
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. Sub menu Icon SOFT...
Exposure 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. Fixed as [+0.0EV] in the TEXT mode. INFORMATION Increase the exposure to brighten the picture, and decrease the exposure to darken the picture.
Starting play mode If the memory card is inserted in the camera, all the camera functions apply only to the memory card. If the memory card is not inserted in the camera, all the camera functions apply only to the internal memory.
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.
LCD monitor indicator The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting conditions. Description Battery Play mode File Type Protect indicator Voice memo DPOF indicator Stored image number If you press the LCD button, you can check the following recording information. SIZE : 2272X1704 AV : F3.2 TV : 1/60 S...
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( ) / Enlargement( You can view multiple pictures, enlarge a selected picture, and crop and save a selected area of an image.
Thumbnail ( When playing, 8X zoom is available regardless of the image resolution. 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.
Voice( ) memo / Up button 4. The recording can be stopped by pressing the shutter button again. 5. The ( ) 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.
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.
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 the MENU button displays the menu on the LCD monitor. The menus you can set up in Play mode are as follows.
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 and hold the Play mode button for 2 seconds, and press the menu button. 2.
Protecting images 4. Select the desired secondary menu by pressing the UP/DOWN button and press the OK button. [UNLOCK] : Cancels the protect function. [LOCK] : Sets up the protect function. - If you select the[ONE PIC] sub menu at step 3, you can protect or unprotect another image by pressing the LEFT/ RIGHT button.
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.
COPY TO CARD 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.
DPOF DPOF 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. The DPOF indicator will display on the LCD monitor when an image that has DPOF information plays back.
DPOF : INDEX 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] menu tab.
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 SOUND RESET are default settings.
Setup menu Menu tab Main menu LAMP VIDEO Q.VIEW 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.
Auto power off This function switches the camera off after a set amount of time in order to prevent unnecessary battery drainage. Setting Power Off 1. In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode, press the MENU button. 2.
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.
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 type 1. In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode, press the MENU button.
Imprinting the recording date INFORMATION The Date & Time are imprinted at the bottom right side of the still image. The date will be imprinted as a DATE TYPE setting. TIME is imprinted in the following way : [Hour : Minute] and hours are shown using the 24 hour clock.
Initialization(RESET ALL) 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. Initializing the Camera 1. In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode, press the MENU button.
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.
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.
Setting up the MYCAM menu 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 S.IMAGE...
Start up sound 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. 2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [MYCAM] menu tab.
- 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...
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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.
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. LOW LIGHT ! When taking pictures in dark places. CARD The memory card is locked. LOCKED ! There are no images stored on the NO IMAGE !
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...
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Before contacting a service center Symptom The camera Camera malfunction buttons do not operate A card error has occurred while Incorrect memory card format the memory card is in the camera. Colour of image is different to the White balance setting is incorrect. original scene Images are too Exposure is excessive.
Specification Type Image Effective Pixels Sensor Total Pixels Focal lens 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 Approx. 5 sec. Sharpness Effect Voice Recording Date Imprinting...
1600 : Super fine 29, Fine 58, Normal 80 1024 : Super fine 67, Fine 142, Normal 165 : Super fine 159, Fine 306, Normal 360 * These figures are measured under Samsung’s standard conditions and may vary depending on shooting conditions and camera settings.
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).
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,...
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.
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Setting up the application software 3. A window for which you can select application software will be displayed. Select the application program and click the [Install] button. Refer to page.74 for more information about the application program. INFORMATION If you select [Exit] at the step 3, the application program installation will be cancelled. 4.
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Setting up the application software 7. A window will open, asking you to choose a folder to which program icons will be added. Click [Next >] button. If you want to add the program icons to a different folder, choose another folder, and then click [Next >] button.
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Setting up the application software 11. 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 canceled. 12.
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Setting up the application software 16. To apply changes, you must restart the computer. Select [Yes, I want to restart my computer now], and then click [OK]. 17. After restarting the computer, connect the PC to the camera with the USB cable. 18.
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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)
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.
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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.
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Starting PC Mode 6. Press the right mouse button and a pop-up menu will open. Click [Paste]. 7. An image file is transferred from the camera to your PC. - 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.
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.
Removable Disk 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.
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] window will open.
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.
Digimax Viewer 2.1 This software is only compatible with Windows. 1. To open Digimax Viewer, click the [Start Samsung Digimax Viewer 2.1 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 recognizing the camera.
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.
Using PhotoImpression Tool Bar Button Description Resize Layer Flip Layer Horizontally Undo Copy Delete Layer INFORMATION For detailed instruction on how to use PhotoImpression, please refer to the program's Help. Please check the following if the USB connection malfunctions. [Case 1] The camera power is off.
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[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.
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[Case 9] When I open the Device Manager (by clicking Start Panel (Performance and Maintenance) 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".
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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. For more information, visit the samsung website(www.samsungcamera.com) and see the FAQ page. Run] and a window will open.