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Samsung Digimax350 SE User Manual

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Thank you for buying a Samsung Camera. This manual will guide you through using the Digimax 350SE, including taking
images, downloading images and using MGI PhotoSuite III SE software.
Please read this manual before using your new camera.
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  • Page 1 Thank you for buying a Samsung Camera. This manual will guide you through using the Digimax 350SE, including taking images, downloading images and using MGI PhotoSuite III SE software. Please read this manual before using your new camera. ENGLISH...

  • Page 2: Special Features

    Change the location and direction of any aerial. Increase distance between camera and 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.
  • Page 3 MANUFACTURER’S CONTENTS Manufacturer's contents Please check that you have the correct contents before using this product. CompactFlash Digital camera 4 AA Alkaline Batteries Pouch card (CF CARD) Video cable USB cable Camera strap Applications S/ W , User manual Product warranty...
  • Page 4 THIS DIGITAL CAMERA CAN BE USED FOR Recording images onto CD Printing images Viewing images on TV Editing images on a PC...
  • Page 5 THIS DIGITAL CAMERA CAN BE USED FOR Creation of a digital photo album You can even create your own unique gift-wrap paper by using your digital images. Inserting images directly into any electronic document Taking a self-portrait and using the image...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Ready Getting to Know your camera Safety note Identification of features Product Exterior Viewfinder LCD monitor indicator LCD monitor menu indicator Preparation Connecting to Power Using the batteries Using the AC power adapter Attaching the strap Inserting the CF CARD Removing the CF CARD Instructions on how to use the CF CARD 23 Selecting the date and time...

  • Page 7: Getting To Know Your Camera

    GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA Prior to using this camera, please read the user manual thoroughly. Keep the manual in a safe place. About the image mark This manual contains instructions on using this camera that will help you to use this camera safely and correctly.

  • Page 8: Safety Note

    Should any form of liquid 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 9 It is best to clean your camera prior to seasonal periods of high humidity. Consult your dealer or Samsung Camera Service Center for information on the cost of cleaning your camera. Do not move the camera while it is switched on, if you are using the AC Power Adapter.

  • Page 10: Identification Of Features

    IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES Product Exterior (Front / Top / Bottom) Flash Mode dial Lamp Speaker Shutter button (page 30) Microphone Flash fading control sensor Mode dial (page 25) Viewfinder Self-timer lamp Strap eyelet Lens Tripod socket Battery chamber cover / Card cover...
  • Page 11 IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES Product Exterior (Back) LCD monitor Power button (page 30) Zoom ( W ) / Thumbnail Autofocus button (page 33 / page 53) indicator (Green) lamp Zoom (T) button (page 33 / page 54) Viewfinder LCD button Flash indicator (page 31 / page 55) (Red) lamp MENU button...

  • Page 12: Viewfinder

    IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES Product Exterior (side) Viewfinder DC input connection point (DC IN 6V) USB connection terminal Video connection terminal Close range picture area mark Optimum picture area within 0.8m ~ 1.5m Picture area frame Optimum picture area over 1.5m Autofocus frame...
  • Page 13 IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES Reference Vertical and Horizontal shots are taken in the same way. Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you take a picture. [ Horizontal grip ] Note 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 the shot.

  • Page 14: Lcd Monitor Indicator

    IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES LCD monitor indicator The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting conditions. Shot mode Whenever you press the LCD button, the LCD monitor will change in the following order : Image & Status Image only Shot mode indicators Battery indicator Camera shake warning Flash...

  • Page 15: Play Mode

    IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES Exposure compensation Zoom / Digital Zoom Number of available shots remaining Image size / Continuous shot Image quality Sharpness Date / Time Sound recording Play mode Whenever you press the LCD button, the LCD monitor will change in the following order : Image Image &...

  • Page 16: Lcd Monitor Menu Indicator

    IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES LCD monitor menu indicator Each mode has a menu as shown below. The default settings in each mode are printed below. STILL IMAGE mode STILL IMAGE 1/2 SIZE 2048X1536 QUALITY FINE SHARPNESS NORMAL EFFECT NORMAL EXIT : MENU MOVE PAGE : Menu Sub menu...
  • Page 17 IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES MOVIE CLIP mode MOVIE CLIP EXPOSURE +0.0 EV AUTO W. BALANCE AUTO EFFECT NORMAL EXIT : MENU PLAY mode PLAY 1/2 SLIDE SHOW 03 SEC PROTECT UNLOCK DELETE ALL FORMAT EXIT : MENU MOVE PAGE : PLAY [DPOF] 2/2 STANDARD 00 PRINTS INDEX...
  • Page 18 IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES SET UP mode SETUP 1/3 FORMAT FILE NAME SERIES POWER OFF 03 MIN LANGUAGE ENGLISH MOVE PAGE : SETUP 2/3 DATE SETUP 2002 / 03 / 01 IMPRINT DATE TYPE YYYY / MM / DD USER SET MOVE PAGE : SETUP 3/3 SOUND...

  • Page 19: Preparation

    PREPARATION Connecting to Power There are two ways in which to provide the camera with power. You can use batteries(AA Alkaline or CR-V3), or alternatively, you can use an AC Adapter (DC 6V / 2.0A). Using the batteries Open the battery chamber cover by pushing in the direction of the arrow.

  • Page 20: Using The Ac Power Adapter

    PREPARATION Using the AC power adapter If you have access to a mains supply, using an AC Adapter allows the camera to be used for long periods of time. If you connect the camera to a computer, it is advisable to use an AC adapter, as this will enable extended use.

  • Page 21: Inserting The Cf Card

    Should this be the case, you will need to purchase a new CF CARD. Wear and tear on the card is not covered by the Samsung warranty. If you open the card cover when the camera power is turned on, the power will turn off automatically.
  • Page 22 PREPARATION Reference Using a 16/ 32MB CF CARD, the specified shooting capacity will be as follows. (These figures are intended as an indication of expected performance) Recorded image size 2048 x 1536 (Large) 2048 x 1360 (Photo) 1024 x 768 (Medium) 512 x 384 (Small)

  • Page 23: Instructions On How To Use The Cf Card

    It is advisable to copy important data onto other media as back-up e.g. floppy disks, hard disks, CD etc. Samsung cannot be held responsible for lost data. Important information on the use of the CF CARD If you switch off this camera while it is reading, initializing or playing, the information on the CF CARD may be corrupted.

  • Page 24: Selecting The Date And Time

    PREPARATION Selecting the date and time You can record the date and time with the image data in the CF CARD when you take an image. You will need to check and select the correct Date / Time when : The camera is used for the first time.

  • Page 25: Camera Working Mode

    You can select the desired working mode by using the mode dial located on the top of the camera. This digital camera has 6 working modes. These are listed below STILL IMAGE mode ( This mode is used for macro shots between 0.2m ~ 0.8m, normal images from 0.8 ~ infinity and taking a moving subject...

  • Page 26: Taking Photos

    TAKING PHOTOS Now let's take a picture To switch on the camera, press the POWER button ( ). Pressing the power button over 2 seconds changes the SOUND setting to OFF, though you have set the setting to ON. If you wish to hear the buzzer sound, set the setting to ON. Select the desired mode (Still image / Night scene/ Movie clip) according to the image range or subject by using the mode dial ( ) on the top of the camera.
  • Page 27 TAKING PHOTOS Note Select Macro shot mode when the subject is between 0.2m ~ 0.8m from the camera. Refer to page 32 for information on Macro shooting. If you take an image in dark place " LOW LUMINANCE" message will display on the LCD monitor.
  • Page 28 TAKING PHOTOS Reference There are two LED lamps (one green, one red) positioned next to the viewfinder. If the camera is in focus when you press the shutter button halfway, the green LED will light up and you can take an image. If the red lamp lights up, the flash can fire.

  • Page 29: Setting Up Shooting Function

    SETTING UP SHOOTING FUNCTION Movie clip shot In a movie clip shot, sound and movie clip are recorded at the same time. When the mode dial is rotated to MOVIE CLIP mode, the LCD monitor will be displayed as shown below. Press the shutter button once and movie clips are recorded for as long as the available recording time allows.

  • Page 30: Using The Camera Buttons To Adjust The Camera

    SETTING UP THE SHOOTING FUNCTION Using the camera button to adjust the camera Still image, Night scene and Movie clip can be set up using the camera button. POWER button - Used for turning the camera power on / off. - The camera power will be turned off automatically during periods of inactivity.

  • Page 31: Setting Up The Shooting Function

    SETTING UP THE SHOOTING FUNCTION LCD button - Pressing the LCD button in the shot(STILL IMAGE, NIGHT SCENE, MOVIE CLIP) mode will change the display as shown below. - If the LCD monitor is turned off, the mode dial lamp is turned on at the same time. Image &...
  • Page 32 SETTING UP THE SHOOTING FUNCTION FOCUS button Used for macro shots (0.2M ~ 0.8M). In dark conditions, the autofocus may not function. If this occours, press the FOCUS button and you can select fixed focus manually. 1. Turn the camera power on. 2.
  • Page 33 SETTING UP THE SHOOTING FUNCTION ZOOM (W/T) button Used for digital or optical zooming in / out (Still image, Night scene, Movie clip). This camera has a 3X optical zoom and a 2 X digital zoom function. Using both will offer a total zoom ratio of 6 X.
  • Page 34 SETTING UP THE SHOOTING FUNCTION Reference Images taken using the digital zoom may take a little longer for the camera to process. Allow time for this to take place (the green viewfinder LED will indicate when the operation is complete). The digital zoom cannot be used in continuous shots or movie clip shots.
  • Page 35 SETTING UP THE SHOOTING FUNCTION OK button Used as a confirming data that is changed by using FLASH / LEFT button When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the shift to the left or to the main menu. When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, the button.
  • Page 36 SETTING UP THE SHOOTING FUNCTION Flash mode indicator Auto flash : If the subject or background is dark, the camera flash will operate automatically. Auto flash and Red eye reduction : If a subject or background is dark, the camera flash will work automatically and will reduce the red-eye effect by using the red-eye reduction function.
  • Page 37 SETTING UP THE SHOOTING FUNCTION SELF-TIMER / RIGHT button When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the shift to the sub menu. When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, the TIMER button. This function is used when the photographer would also like to be in the image. 1.
  • Page 38 SETTING UP THE SHOOTING FUNCTION MIC / UP button When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the shift to up, or changes the sub menu. When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, the (sound recording) button. STILL IMAGE/ NIGHT SCENE mode 1.
  • Page 39 SETTING UP THE SHOOTING FUNCTION METERING / Down button When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the changes the sub menu. When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, the This button can be used to obtain the right exposure. 1.

  • Page 40: Using The Lcd Monitor To Adjust The Camera

    SETTING UP THE SHOOTING FUNCTION Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera Shooting functions can be changed by using the LCD monitor. In the shot mode, pressing the MENU button displays the menu on the LCD monitor. The following functions are available, depending on the mode you have selected (Still image, Night scene, Movie clip ).
  • Page 41 SETTING UP THE SHOOTING FUNCTION SIZE In STILL IMAGE and NIGHT SCENE mode, you can select the image size. A large image uses more memory, so increasing image size will reduce the total number of shots you can store on a CF CARD. The image sizes are listed below. 2048x1536 2048x1360 1.
  • Page 42 SETTING UP THE SHOOTING FUNCTION QUALITY In STILL IMAGE, NIGHT SCENE modes, you can select the image data compression rate. The higher the QUALITY setting, the better the final image will be. However, the high quality setting will require more memory and therefore reduce the number of images you can store on the CF CARD. SUPER FINE is the highest quality and NORMAL is the lowest setting.
  • Page 43 SETTING UP THE SHOOTING FUNCTION SHARPNESS In the STILL IMAGE mode, you can select image sharpness. Select the desired SHARPNESS (SOFT/ NORMAL/ HARD) depending on the subject matter. 1. Turn the camera power on. 2. Rotate the mode dial to STILL IMAGE mode. 3.
  • Page 44 SETTING UP THE SHOOTING FUNCTION EFFECT Using the camera’s digital processor, it is possible to add special effects to your images. In STILL IMAGE or MOVIE CLIP mode, select the desired [EFFECT] sub menu. 1. Turn the camera on. 2. Rotate the mode dial to STILL IMAGE mode or MOVIE CLIP mode.
  • Page 45 SETTING UP THE SHOOTING FUNCTION SHOOTING This allows continuous shooting. In this mode, you can take moving subjects continuously. Once a continuous shooting sequence has been completed, the camera resets to single shooting mode. 1. Turn the camera on. 2. Rotate the mode dial to STILL IMAGE mode. 3.
  • Page 46 SETTING UP THE SHOOTING FUNCTION Selecting the number of continuous shots Select the desired number by pressing the UP ( DOWN ( ) buttons. Press the OK button. 10. Press the MENU button to cancel menu display. Reference When [CONTINUOUS] is selected, the flash will automatically be cancelled. Once a continuous sequence has begun, it will continue until the selected number of shots has been taken.
  • Page 47 SETTING UP THE SHOOTING FUNCTION EXPOSURE This camera automatically adjusts the exposure according to the ambient lighting conditions. However, you can select the exposure value by using [EXPOSURE] sub menu. This function can be used in STILL IMAGE and MOVIE CLIP mode. If you increase the exposure value, the image will be brighter.
  • Page 48 SETTING UP THE SHOOTING FUNCTION 7. Select the desired sub menu by pressing the UP ( The camera calculates the exposure value automatically. The default setting is 0.0 EV. 8. After selecting the desired sub menu, press the OK button to confirm the setting. 9.
  • Page 49 SETTING UP THE SHOOTING FUNCTION You can select the camera’s sensitivity to light by selecting the ISO sub menu. Raising the ISO sensitivity will mean that the camera needs less light in order to take an image. However, the higher the ISO value is, the grainier the image will be. - AUTO : The camera's sensitivity is automatically changed by variables such as lighting value or subject brightness.
  • Page 50 SETTING UP THE SHOOTING FUNCTION W.BALANCE Different lighting conditions may cause a color cast on your images. The white balance control allows you to adjust the colors to appear more natural looking. The setting remains until the power is turned off. 1.
  • Page 51 SETTING UP THE SHOOTING FUNCTION SCENE In NIGHT SCENE mode, Select the desired SCENE mode. - [PORTRAIT] mode ( ) : This is used for both portrait and landscape shots. - [LANDSCAPE] mode ( ) : This is used for landscape shots. 1.

  • Page 52: Setting Up Play Back Functions

    SETTING UP PLAY BACK FUNCTIONS Starting Play Mode - Turn the camera on and select ( images stored on the CF CARD. Sound can also be added to images in this mode. - You can setup the PLAY mode function by using the camera buttons and LCD monitor. - PLAY mode functions are listed below Camera button Play back...

  • Page 53: By Using The Camera Button

    SETTING UP PLAY BACK FUNCTIONS Setting up play back function by using the camera button The PLAY mode can be set using the camera button. THUMBNAIL / ZOOM W button You can view up to 9 images at a time by using the THUMBNAIL function. 1.
  • Page 54 SETTING UP PLAY BACK FUNCTIONS ZOOM W / ZOOM T button When viewing a single image in PLAY mode, use the zoom T button to enlarge the selected image. 1. Turn the camera on. 2. Rotate the mode dial to PLAY mode. 3.
  • Page 55 SETTING UP PLAY BACK FUNCTIONS LCD button Pressing the LCD button will change the display as follows. You can view image information(Shutter speed, Aperture value, ISO sensitivity) in <Image with additional information> mode < Image with additional information > < Image > MENU button - Pressing the MENU button will display the PLAY mode menu.
  • Page 56 SETTING UP PLAY BACK FUNCTIONS DELETE button This deletes image stored on the CF CARD. 1. Turn the camera power on. 2. Rotate the mode dial to PLAY mode. 3. Press the LEFT ( ) / RIGHT ( 4. When you press the DELETE button, a message will be displayed on the LCD monitor. 5.
  • Page 57 SETTING UP PLAY BACK FUNCTIONS MIC / UP button When the LCD monitor is turned on, pressing the move up or change a selected sub menu. When the LCD monitor is not turned on, pressing the to be added to a stored still image. 1.
  • Page 58 SETTING UP PLAY BACK FUNCTIONS 1. Turn the camera power on. 2. Rotate the mode dial to PLAY mode( 3. Press the LEFT ( ) / RIGHT ( movie clip. Or, select slide show. 4. Press PLAY & PAUSE button. PLAY &...

  • Page 59: Setting Up Play Back Function Using The Lcd Monitor

    SETTING UP PLAY BACK FUNCTIONS Setting up play back function using the LCD monitor SLIDE SHOW Images can be displayed continuously at pre-set intervals. 1. Turn the camera power on. 2. Rotate the mode dial to PLAY mode( 3. Press the MENU button to display the menu on the LCD monitor.
  • Page 60 SETTING UP PLAY BACK FUNCTIONS PROTECT This is used to protect specific shots from accidental erasing (LOCK). It also releases images that have been previously protected (UNLOCK). 1. Turn the camera on. 2. Rotate the mode dial to PLAY mode( 3.
  • Page 61 SETTING UP PLAY BACK FUNCTIONS 6. Select the desired sub menu by pressing the UP ( - ONE IMAGE : This protects a single image. - ALL IMAGES : This protects all the images on the CF CARD. 7. Press the OK button and the PROTECT setting display will show on the LCD monitor. Select the desired sub menu by pressing the UP ( button.
  • Page 62 SETTING UP PLAY BACK FUNCTIONS DELETE ALL This enables you to clear all unprotected images from the CF CARD. Remember that this will permanently delete unprotected images. Important shots should be stored on a computer before deletion takes place. 1. Turn the camera on. 2.
  • Page 63 SETTING UP PLAY BACK FUNCTIONS FORMAT This is used to format the CF CARD. all images INCLUDING protected images will be deleted. 1. Turn the camera on. 2. Rotate the mode dial to PLAY mode( 3. Press the MENU button to display the menu on the LCD monitor.
  • Page 64 SETTING UP PLAY BACK FUNCTIONS DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) DPOF stores printing information onto the CF CARD, enabling you to have images printed directly from the CF CARD. Images can then be printed on DPOF printers, or at an increasing number of photo laboratories. This function is not adjusted to Movie clip.
  • Page 65 SETTING UP PLAY BACK FUNCTIONS INDEX This function will specify the number of copies (except for movie clips) for index print. The maximum number of images for index print are 500. 1. Turn the camera on. 2. Rotate the mode dial to PLAY mode( 3.
  • Page 66 SETTING UP PLAY BACK FUNCTIONS CANCEL This is used for canceling STANDARD or INDEX DPOF function. 1. Turn the camera on. 2. Rotate the mode dial to PLAY mode ( 3. Press the MENU button to display [PLAY 1/2] menu on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 67: Setting Up The Camera System

    SETTING UP THE CAMERA SYSTEM Starting Set up mode - Rotate the mode dial to SET UP mode, allowing you to set up the basic camera settings. FORMAT This is used for formatting the CF CARD. 1. Turn the camera on. 2.
  • Page 68 SETTING UP THE CAMERA SYSTEM 1. Turn the camera on. 2. Rotate the mode dial to SET UP mode ( 3. A menu will display on the LCD monitor. 4. Press the DOWN button ( 5. Shift the cursor to the [FILE NAME] sub menu by pressing the RIGHT button ( 6.
  • Page 69 SETTING UP THE CAMERA SYSTEM POWER OFF - This function switches the camera off after a set amount of time in order to prevent unnecessary battery drainage. - You can set the power to switch off at any time between one and ten minutes from the last operation. - Setting this function to OFF means that the camera will not switch off automatically.
  • Page 70 SETTING UP CAMERA SYSTEM DATE SETUP This alters the time and date stored with the images. Range: 2001 ~ 2050 year (leap years and months are corrected automatically). The default is 2002/03/01 00:00. 1. Turn the camera on. 2. Rotate the mode dial to SET UP mode( 3.
  • Page 71 SETTING UP CAMERA SYSTEM IMPRINT There is an option to include DATE/TIME on still images. There are 3 types of IMPRINT. - OFF: IMPRINT function is cancelled. - DATE: The date is included in the still image. - DATE & TIME: The date and time is included in the still image. This function is not available in movie clip shot.
  • Page 72 SETTING UP CAMERA SYSTEM Reference Date will be imprinted as DATE TYPE setting. TIME is imprinted in the following way: [hour / minute / second]. Hours are shown using the 24 hour clock. The IMPRINT function is unaffected by the camera being switched on and off. DATE TYPE You can select date type that is imprinted on the image.
  • Page 73 SETTING UP CAMERA SYSTEM USER SET User can save the sub menu, that is returned to default when the camera power is off, as user preferences. Only marked sub menu in the [TABLE 1] can be applied to USER SET function. 1.
  • Page 74 SETTING UP CAMERA SYSTEM < TABLE 1 > List of menu and sub menu - Remarks : Default : The setting is maintained even if the camera power is off. : The setting is returned to default, once the camera power has been switched off. : The setting is returned to default after the function has been completed.
  • Page 75 SETTING UP CAMERA SYSTEM SELF TIMER C.W.A METERING Center Auto WHITE Daylight BALANCE Fluorescent Tungsten Portrait SCENE Landscape Slide Show setup One Image Protect All Image Delete All Format Standard Index DPOF Cancel Review Series File Name Reset Auto Power off ENGLISH LANGUAGE , DEUTSCH...
  • Page 76 SETTING UP CAMERA SYSTEM SOUND A beep will sound when you press the camera button. 1. Turn the camera on. 2. Rotate the mode dial to SET UP mode ( 3. [SETUP 1/3] menu will display on the LCD monitor. 4.
  • Page 77 SETTING UP CAMERA SYSTEM VIDEO OUT The Video output signal from the camera can be NTSC or PAL. Your choice of output will be governed by the type of machine (monitor or TV, etc.) to which the camera is connected. Select the correct video standard for the outer monitor.

  • Page 78: Connecting To An External Monitor

    CONNECTING TO AN EXTERNAL MONITOR Connecting to an external monitor In STILL IMAGE or PLAY mode, you can view the stored images or movie clips by connecting the camera to an external monitor via the video cable. When the camera is connected to an external monitor, the LCD monitor will be turned off automatically.

  • Page 79: Pc Mode

    PC MODE Functions of PC mode Downloading stored images Once you have downloaded images to your PC, they can be edited and printed. (1) Rotate the mode dial to PC mode, and turn the camera on. (2) Connect the camera to your PC with the USB cable. (3) On your computer’s desktop display, select [My computer] and double click [Removable Disk].

  • Page 80: Important Notes

    IMPORTANT NOTES Caution! Your new Samsung camera is a precision instrument. Whilst it is designed to withstand general wear and tear, there are some important points that will help you get maximum service and reliability from your camera. The following should be avoided : Severe changes in temperature and humidity.

  • Page 81: Important Note

    IMPORTANT NOTE 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 CF CARD if the camera is not used for some time. If the camera is exposed to electronic interferance, it will turn itself off to protect the CF CARD.

  • Page 82: Warning Indicator

    IMPORTANT NOTE Warning indicator There are several warnings that may appear in the LCD display : Warning message Reason for message No CF CARD. The camera cannot NO CARD ! recognize the CF CARD. There are no images stored NO IMAGE ! on the CF CARD.

  • Page 83: Before Contacting Service Center

    BEFORE CONTACTING SERVICE CENTER Please check the following Symptom Batteries need replacing. The camera will not AC Power Adapter is not switch on. connected. The batteries are exhausted. Camera is turned off The camera powers automatically due to the Auto down whilst in use.

  • Page 84: Please Check The Following

    BEFORE CONTACTING SERVICE CENTER Please check the following Symptom The images are The focus mode is not unclear. correct. The flash does not FLASH OFF mode have fire. been selected. The date and time have been Incorrect date and set incorrectly or the camera time is displayed.
  • Page 85 BEFORE CONTACTING SERVICE CENTER Symptom Images are not The lens or LCD monitor is very clear. smudged or dirty. DATE/TIME is not Images taken without date displayed on the imprinting setting. image. The external monitor has not been connected properly with No image on the camera.

  • Page 86: Specification

    SPECIFICATIONS Image Sensor Type Effective Pixels Total Pixels Lens Focal Length F No. Digital Zoom Viewfinder Optical Viewfinder LCD Monitor Focusing Type Range Shutter Type Speed Exposure Control Compensation ISO Equivalent Flash Modes Range (ISO AUTO) Recharging Time Sharpness Effect White Balance Shooting Still Image...

  • Page 87: Specifications

    Medium : Super fine 38/77, Fine 75/153, Normal 110/225 Small : Super fine 163/333, Fine 269/547, Normal 377/767 * These figures are measured under Samsung’s standard conditions and may vary depending on shooting conditions and camera settings. Single image/ Thumbnails / Slide show...

  • Page 88: Software Manual

    We cannot, however, be held responsible in any way for damage caused by inappropriate use. Using Hand-made PC or a PC that have not been guaranteed by the manufacturer are not covered by Samsung warranty. Before reading this manual, you should have a basic knowledge of computers and O/S (Operating Systems).

  • Page 89: How To Set Up The Softwares For Windows

    Driver installation for Macintosh : refer to page 117 2.Image Viewer : Digimax Viewer. Refer to page 92 3.Application : MGI PhotoSuite 4.Internet link : You can visit the Samsung web-site through the internet. http://www.samsungcamera.com : English http://www.samsungcamera.co.kr : Korean Reference Check the system requirements ( 87 page ) before setting up the driver.

  • Page 90: Setting Up Usb Driver For Windows

    HOW TO SET UP THE SOFTWARES FOR WINDOWS Setting up USB driver for Windows To use this camera with a PC, first install the Camera Driver. 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.
  • Page 91 Do not click [ Storage Driver ] menu on the Autorun frame again after the camera driver installation, as the camera driver can be removed. 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 webpage. http://www.samsungcamera.com...

  • Page 92: Setting Up Digimax Viewer

    HOW TO SET UP THE SOFTWARES FOR WINDOWS Setting up Digimax Viewer This software is only compatible with Windows. Click [Digimax Viewer] on the Autorun frame . Installation window will display as shown alongside. Click [Next]. The Software License Agreement window will display.
  • Page 93 HOW TO SET UP THE SOFTWARES FOR WINDOWS Setting up Digimax Viewer Select Program folder and click [Next]. Setup status window will display. Installation is completed. If you wish to open this program automatically whenever the camera connects to PC, click [I would like to launch Digimax Viewer] Checkbox.

  • Page 94: Setting Up The Mgi Photosuite Iii Se

    HOW TO SET UP THE SOFTWARES FOR WINDOWS Setting up the MGI PhotoSuite lll SE Click the MGI PhotoSuite lll SE menu on autorun frame. Select language. A Welcome window will be displayed. Click [Next >] to move to the next step. The Software License Agreement window will be displayed.
  • Page 95 HOW TO SET UP THE SOFTWARES FOR WINDOWS Select setup type. Full : the program will be installed with all the options. Custom : you can choose what you would like to install. Start Copying Files window will display. Click [Next > ] to start installation. The MGI Registration window will be displayed before completing installation.
  • Page 96 HOW TO SET UP THE SOFTWARES FOR WINDOWS Installation is completed. If installation is completed correctly, Autoplay is registered automatically into the start menu program as shown alongside.

  • Page 97: Connecting The Camera For Windows

    CONNECTING THE CAMERA FOR WINDOWS Connecting USB cable to the Camera for Windows To download images, you will need Windows 98 or later and a USB port on your computer. Connect the USB cable to the USB port on the computer.
  • Page 98 REMOVABLE DISK Note Important information whilst using the Removable Disk The [Removable Disk] indicator will not show when the camera power is off. 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. 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 CF CARD.
  • Page 99 REMOVABLE DISK Reference When a downloaded movie won't play back, follow the procedure below. [ Solution 1 ] Install JPEG_Decoder. 1. Insert Application CD in CD-ROM Drive. 2. Open [Windows Explorer] and double click JPEG_Decorder folder in CD-ROM Driver folder. 3.

  • Page 100: How To Use The Softwares

    You can easily copy, move and delete the stored images. If the Auto Launch option is selected, this program will be executed automatically with recognizing the camera. Refer to [Help] menu in Digimax viewer about futher information. Programs Samsung Digimax Viewer 1.0...

  • Page 101: Mgi Photosuite Iii Se

    HOW TO USE THE SOFTWARES MGI PhotoSuite This software is only compatible with Windows. To open MGI PhotoSuite lll SE, click the [Start Programs MGI PhotoSuite lll SE MGI PhotoSuite lll SE] and MGI PhotoSuite lll SE will then open.
  • Page 102 HOW TO USE THE SOFTWARES MGI PhotoSuite An introduction to the Welcome screen Get images. Prepare A number of photo editing activities can be performed within this module. Compose Use your photos in a variety of fun, creative and interesting ways. Organize Organize your photos and other media files into albums.
  • Page 103 HOW TO USE THE SOFTWARES Introduciton to navigation bar Back Return to the previous step. Home Return to Welcome screen. Help Display help window. Get images. Prepare A number of photo editing activities can be performed within this module. Compose Use your photos in a variety of fun and interesting ways.
  • Page 104 HOW TO USE THE SOFTWARES MGI PhotoSuite lll SE : Get images To obtain images from the computer To acquire images,Click the large [Get] button on the Welcome screen, or the [Get] button on the Navigation bar. Click [Computer] from the list of options displayed on the activity panel.
  • Page 105 HOW TO USE THE SOFTWARES MGI PhotoSuite lll SE When you obtain images from the digital camera. Note When you connect a PC to the Camera, use the following sequence : 1. Turn the Mode dial to PC mode. 2. Turn the power on.
  • Page 106 Reference When you use the Digimax camera, only [Computer] and [Album] from the list of options displayed are available. You will be able to obtain images from the digital camera. [Computer and Album Only]...
  • Page 107 HOW TO USE THE SOFTWARES MGI PhotoSuite lll SE Acquiring images from an Album. To acquire images, click the the large [Get] button on the Welcome screen, or the [Get] button on the Navigation bar. Click [Album] from the list of options displayed on the activity panel.
  • Page 108 HOW TO USE THE SOFTWARES MGI PhotoSuite lll SE PREPARE When the image is loaded, the step changes to Prepare automatically. Menu of [PREPARE] step Rotate & Crop You can rotate, flip or crop images along with a host of others. Touchup Remove Red eye, Remove Scratches etc..
  • Page 109 HOW TO USE THE SOFTWARES MGI PhotoSuite lll SE COMPOSE Add Text , Compound Images etc.. are available in this step. Menu of [COMPOSE] steps Collages : A collage consists of several photos or sections of photos arranged together on a common background.
  • Page 110 HOW TO USE THE SOFTWARES MGI PhotoSuite lll SE ORGANIZE Organize your photos and other media files into albums. Menu of [ORGANIZE] step Choose a photo album to view or edit Select Album : To create an Album, click [Organize] in the welcome screen or navigation bar.
  • Page 111 HOW TO USE THE SOFTWARES MGI PhotoSuite lll SE Creating an Album To create an Album, click the large Organize button on the Welcome screen, or the Organize button on the Navigation bar. Click [Album..] in Choose a photo album to view or edit.
  • Page 112 HOW TO USE THE SOFTWARES MGI PhotoSuite lll SE SHARE Saving images Saving or sharing images. Menu of [SHARE] step Save To save the active file according to its current name and path. Save As To assign a new name or path to the file. Send E-mail e-mailing images.
  • Page 113 HOW TO USE THE SOFTWARES MGI PhotoSuite lll SE PRINT Printing images You can print images. Menu of [PRINT] step Print Printing images. Print Multiples Print multiple copies of a photo or project, or one copy of each of the photos included in an album, according to a predefined template.

  • Page 114: Removing The Usb Driver For Windows

    REMOVING THE USB DRIVER FOR WINDOWS Removing USB Driver for Windows Click [Add/Remove programs] in Controller. After selecting [Samsung Digimax 350SE Camera], click [Add/Remove] and the following window will display. Click [OK] and USB driver will be removed automatically.
  • Page 115 If you are a Windows 2000/ME/XP user, follow the procedure below to remove the USB Driver. 1. Connect the PC to the camera (PC mode, power on) 2. As mentioned above, remove [ Samsung Digimax 350SE Camera ] in [ Add/Remove programs ] 3. Click [Unplug or Eject Hardware] icon on the task bar.

  • Page 116: Connecting The Camera For Mac

    CONNECTING THE CAMERA FOR MAC Connecting USB cable to camera for macintosh The USB port has to be in the Macintosh or keyboard. Connect the USB cable to the USB port on the Macintosh. Connect the other end of the USB cable to the USB port of the camera Set the mode dial ( Switch the camera on.

  • Page 117: How To Install And Use The Usb Driver For Mac

    HOW TO INSTALL AND USE THE USB DRIVER FOR MAC Setting up USB Driver for MAC USB Driver for MAC is not included with the Application CD as MAC OS support the camera driver. Check MAC OS This camera is available in MAC OS 9.X or later. Note Before connecting camera to MAC, check that CF CARD is inserted in the card slot Connect the camera to the Macintosh and turn the camera power on in PC mode.

  • Page 118: Faq

    About USB 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. If you use batteries, check the battery condition. [Case 2] The mode dial is not set to PC mode.
  • Page 119 About USB [Case 7] There is an unexpected error during file transfer. Turn the camera power off and on again. Then transfer the file again. [Case 8] How do I know my computer supports USB Interface? Check the USB port in your computer or keyboard. Check OS version.
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