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Digimax A63
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.
Figures (Images) used for the manual are based on model Digimax A6.

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  • Page 1 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. Figures (Images) used for the manual are based on model Digimax A6.

  • 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] If you use a card reader to copy the images on the memory card to your PC, the images could be damaged.

  • 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 Using the AC power adapter (3.3V 2.0A)
  • Page 4 Contents LCD monitor indicator Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera Thumbnail/ Enlargement button Voice memo / Up button Play & Pause/ Down button LEFT/ RIGHT/ MENU/ OK button LCD button Delete button Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor Starting the slide show Rotating an image...

  • 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

    Internal inspection, maintenance and repairs should be carried out by your dealer or Samsung Camera Service Center. Please do not use this product in close proximity to flammable or explosive gases, as this could increase the risk of explosion.

  • 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 Down loading image files from camera to computer. (refer to page 106) Printing images using a dedicated printer, DPOF and PictBridge compatible printer or a DPOF-equipped photo lab. (refer to page 66~74) Taking a picture.
  • Page 9 This digital camera can be used for Creation of a digital photo album. Recording your voice. (refer to page 23) 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. Digital Camera User manual Product warranty AC adapter 2 AA Alkaline (SAC-32, 3.3V) Digimax Battery I-Pack : SNB-2312 KIT Battery Rechargeable charger...

  • Page 11: Identification Of Features

    Identification of features Front & Top Mode dial Shutter button Flash Function lamp Mirror for self portrait Back & Bottom Flash indicator lamp(Red) Viewfinder +/-, DELETE button LCD monitor Play mode button 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

    Battery chamber Mode dial You can select the desired working mode by using the mode dial located on the top of the camera. This digital camera has 8 recording modes. These are listed below. AUTO mode PROGRAM mode Voice memo/ UP button...
  • Page 13 Identification of features AS mode M mode VOICE RECORDING mode MOVIE CLIP mode NIGHT SCENE mode SCENE mode Aperture priority/ Shutter priority mode The Aperture and Shutter can be set manually in the AS mode. Manual mode The Aperture value, Shutter speed and various functions can be set manually in this mode.
  • Page 14 Identification of features Function lamp& Self-timer lamp Function Function lamp blinks and then turns off when the camera is ready to take Power on a picture After taking a picture Function lamp blinks once While movie recording Function lamp blinks at a 1-second interval While voice recording.

  • 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

    Repeated use of the memory card will eventually reduce the memory card’s performance. Should this be the case, you will need to purchase a new memory card. Wear and tear on the memory card is not covered by the Samsung warranty. The memory card is an electronic precision device.
  • Page 18 Instructions on how to use the memory card INFORMATION If you open the battery chamber cover when the camera power is turned on, the power will turn off automatically. Don’t remove the memory card when the Auto focus lamp(Green) is blinking as this may cause damage to data in the memory card.

  • Page 19: Inserting The Memory Card

    Inserting the memory card 1. Turn off the camera’s power and pull the battery chamber cover in the direction of the arrow to open. 2. Have the front of the memory card facing toward the back of the camera (LCD monitor) and the card pins toward the front of the camera (lens), 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 Continuous shot Flash Self-timer Macro Metering Card inserted indicator Auto focus frame Camera shake warning Date/ Time Exposure compensation White Balance [ Image & Full Status ] Icons 2004.08.01 01:00 PM Page...

  • 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) Voice memo Optical zoom/ Digital Zoom rate Starting the recording mode How to use the AUTO mode ( 1. Insert the batteries.(p.16) Insert the batteries taking note of the polarity (+ / -).

  • Page 22: How To Use The Program Mode

    Starting the recording mode How to use the PROGRAM mode ( Selecting the automatic mode will configure the camera with optimal settings. You can still manually configure all functions except the iris and shutter speed. Steps from 1-4 are the same as those for AUTO mode. 5.

  • Page 23: How To Use The M Mode

    Starting the recording mode How to use the M mode ( The Aperture and Shutter can be set manually in this mode. Steps from 1-4 are the same as those for AUTO mode. 5. Select the M mode by rotating the mode dial. 6.

  • Page 24: How To Use The Movie Clip Mode

    Starting the recording mode How to use the MOVIE CLIP mode( Steps from 1-4 are the same as those for AUTO mode. 5. Select the MOVIE CLIP mode by rotating the mode dial. 6. The MOVIE CLIP mode icon and available recording time will display on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 25: Night Scene Mode

    Starting the recording mode NIGHT SCENE mode( This mode is used at night or against a dark background. It is possible that camera shake will occur. If this is the case, use a tripod to eliminate this. Use the ASM, Up/Down/Left/Right buttons to select Aperture Value and Shutter speed.

  • Page 26: Things To Watch Out For When Taking Pictures

    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. 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.

  • Page 27: 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. To turn on the camera power, press the power button. If there is no operation during the specified time, the camera’s power will be turned off automatically to save battery life.
  • Page 28 ZOOM W/T button This camera has a 3X optical zoom and a 4X digital zoom function. Using both will offer a total zoom ratio of 12X. TELE Zoom Optical zoom TELE : Pressing the ZOOM T button. This will zoom into the subject i.e. Digital zoom TELE : When the maximum (3X) optical zoom is selected, pressing the WIDE Zoom...

  • Page 29: Voice Memo/ Up Button

    ZOOM W/T 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. Digital Zoom will not work in Night Scene mode.

  • Page 30: 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. INFORMATION A distance of 40cm between you and the camera (microphone) is the best distance to record sound.

  • Page 31: Focus Lock

    Macro( ) / Down button (Focusing) Available focusing method, by recording mode ( O : Selectable , X : Not selectable, Mode Auto Macro Mode Auto Macro Focus lock To focus on the subject positioned outside of the center, use the focus lock function. Using the Focus Lock 1.

  • Page 32: Flash/ Left Button

    FLASH( ) / LEFT button When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the LEFT button makes the cursor shift to the left tab. When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, the LEFT button operates as the FLASH ( Selecting the flash mode 1.
  • Page 33 FLASH ( Flash mode indicator Icon Flash mode Auto flash Auto & Red eye reduction Fill in flash Slow synchro Flash off Available flash mode, by recording mode ) / LEFT button Description If the subject or background is dark, the camera flash will operate automatically.

  • Page 34: 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 right tab. When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, the RIGHT button operates as the Self- timer( ) button.

  • Page 35: Menu/ Ok Button

    MENU/ OK button MENU button - When you press the MENU button, a menu related to each camera mode will be displayed on the LCD monitor. Pressing it again will return the LCD to the initial display. - A menu option can be displayed when the following are selected. AUTO, PROGRAM, AS, M, MOVIE CLIP, NIGHT SCENE and SCENE.

  • Page 36: Button

    +/- button You can use the +/- button to adjust the values for the ISO, white balance and exposure compensation. Main menu WHITE BALANCE FLUORESCENT H, FLUORESCENT L, Exposure compensation ISO: You can select the ISO sensitivity when taking pictures. The speed or specific light-sensitivity of a camera is rated by ISO numbers.
  • Page 37 +/- button White balance : The white balance control allows you to adjust the colours to appear more natural looking. Selecting a White Balance 1. Press the +/- button, and then use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the white balance icon ( The white balance menu bar will appear as shown.
  • Page 38 +/- button Using the Custom White Balance White balance settings may vary slightly depending on the shooting environment. You can select the most appropriate white balance setting for a given shooting environment by setting up the custom white balance. 1. Select the CUSTOM ( Balance and press the OK button.

  • Page 39: Asm Button(Manual & Scene Mode Button)

    ASM button(Manual & Scene mode button) You can use the ASM button to select the Aperture Value and Shutter speed in the Night scene mode. Using the ASM button in the Night scene mode 1. Rotate the MODE DIAL to select the NIGHT SCENE mode 2.
  • Page 40 ASM button(Manual & Scene mode button) Using the ASM button in the M mode 1. Rotate the MODE DIAL to select the M mode 2. Press the ASM button and the aperture value or shutter speed is turned green. 3. Press the UP/DOWN/LEFT/RIGHT button to select the aperture value and shutter speed.

  • Page 41: Lcd Button

    ASM button(Manual & Scene mode button) You can use the ASM button to select the desired scene in the Scene mode. Using the ASM button in the Scene mode 1. Rotate the MODE DIAL to select the Scene mode 2. Press the ASM button and then a menu will be displayed as shown alongside.

  • Page 42: Using The Lcd Monitor To Adjust The Camera Settings

    Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settings You can use the menu on the LCD monitor to set up recording functions. In any mode with the exception of VOICE RECORDING mode, pressing the MENU button displays the menu on the LCD monitor.
  • Page 43 Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settings Menu tab Main menu SHOOTING EFFECT SHARPNESS MYSET SCENE * Menus are subject to change without prior notice. Sub menu Camera working mode SINGLE 2 SHOTS 4 SHOTS 8 SHOTS NORMAL B &...

  • Page 44: How To Use The Menu

    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 SIZE or RIGHT button.

  • Page 45: Quality

    Size INFORMATION The higher the resolution, the lower the number of available shots will be because high resolution images require more memory than lower resolution images. The selectable image sizes in the AUTO mode are listed below. - P(2816X2112) : For printing the image - M(1600X1200) : For saving the image to a PC - E(640X480) : For sending the image by e-mail...

  • Page 46: Metering

    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.

  • Page 47: Effect

    Continuous shot Available maximum number of continuous shots, by image size/ quality type quality size 2816X2112 2272X1704 2048X1536 1600X1200 1024X768 640X480 * High resolution and picture quality increases file saving time, which increases stand-by time. * If the [2, 4, 8 SHOTS] or [AEB] sub menu is selected, the flash will be off automatically. * If you change the image size and quality after selecting the number of continuous shots, the [SHOOTING] sub menu will be changed to the [SINGLE] automatically.

  • Page 48: Sharpness

    Effect Setting RGB Values 1. Select the [RGB] sub menu and then press the OK button. The RGB menu bar will appear as shown. 2. Use the UP/ DOWN/ LEFT and RIGHT buttons to select the desired RGB value. - Up/Down Button: Navigates between R, G, and B icons.

  • Page 49: Save / Load The Camera Configuration

    Save / Load the camera configuration (MYSET) Use the MYSET mode to save frequently used camera settings (SAVE) and use it later (LOAD) Saving the camera configuration: Available in the PROGRAM mode. 1. Rotate the MODE DIAL to select the PROGRAM mode and press the menu button.

  • Page 50: Scene

    Scene Select the [SCENE] submenu to automatically configure optimal settings, depending on the selected scene. Only available in the Scene Mode. Sub menu Icon PORTRAIT CHILDREN LANDSCAPE TEXT CLOSE UP SUNSET DAWN BACKLIGHT FIREWORKS BEACH & SNOW INFORMATION When close-up, sunset, dawn, fireworks scene mode are selected, it is possible that camera shake will occur.

  • Page 51: Starting Play Mode

    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.

  • Page 52: 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 ( LCD monitor.

  • Page 53: 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: 2816X2112 AV: F2.7 TV: 1/30...

  • Page 54: 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 55: 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 56: Play & Pause/ Down Button

    Voice ( ) memo / Up button 3. Press the shutter button to start recording and voice will be recorded to the still image for 10 seconds. While the voice is recording, the recording status window will be displayed as shown alongside. 4.

  • Page 57: 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 secondary menu.

  • Page 58: 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( 2. A message will display as shown alongside on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 59: Lcd Monitor

    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.

  • Page 60: Setting Up The Play Back Function Using The Lcd Monitor

    Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor This menu is available while the camera is connected to a PictBridge supporting printer (direct connection to the camera, sold separately) with a USB cable. Menu tab Main menu IMAGES PRINT DPOF PRINT AUTO SET...
  • Page 61 Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor Menu tab Main menu CUSTOM SET RESET Menus are subject to change without prior notice. Sub menu Secondary menu AUTO PLAIN TYPE PHOTO FAST PHO. AUTO DRAFT QUALITY NORMAL FINE AUTO DATE AUTO...

  • Page 62: Starting The Slide Show

    Starting the slide show Images can be displayed continuously at pre-set intervals. 1. Press the play mode button and press the menu button. 2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [SLIDE] menu tab. Setting play interval: Set the slide show play interval. 1.

  • Page 63: Rotating An Image

    Rotating an image You can rotate the stored images by various 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 64: Resize

    Resize Change the resolution (size) of pictures taken. Select [LOGO] to save an image to be the start-up 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 65: 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 66: 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. Remember that this will permanently delete unprotected images. Important shots should be stored on a computer before deletion takes place. The startup image is stored in the camera's internal memory (i.e., not on the memory card) and it will not be deleted even if you delete all files on the memory card.

  • Page 67: Dpof : Standard

    DPOF : STANDARD This function allows you to embed print quantity information on a stored image. 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 [STANDARD] menu by pressing the UP/ DOWN button and press the RIGHT button.

  • Page 68: Dpof : Print Size

    DPOF : PRINT SIZE You can specify the print size when printing images stored on the memory card. The [SIZE] menu is available only for DPOF 1.1 compatible printers. Setting the Print Size 1. Press the play mode button and press the menu button. 2.

  • Page 69: Copy To Card

    COPY TO CARD This enables you to copy image files to the memory card. Copying to the Memory 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.

  • Page 70: Pictbridge

    PictBridge You can use the USB cable to connect this camera to a printer that supports PictBridge (sold separately) and print the stored images directly. Movie clips and voice files cannot be printed. You can set up the following settings from the PictBridge menu. IMAGES PRINTER SETUP PRINT...

  • Page 71: Pictbridge: Picture Selection

    PictBridge: Picture Selection Select pictures to print 1. Connect the camera to your printer. The USB menu must be set to [PRINTER] before you connect the camera to the printer.(See p.70) 2. The [IMAGES] menu will appear. 3. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the desired submenu value, and then press the OK button.

  • Page 72: Pictbridge: Printing

    PictBridge: Printing Printing Pictures 1. Connect the camera to your printer. The USB menu must be set to [PRINTER] before you connect the camera to the printer.(See p.70) 2. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to select the [PRINT] menu tab. 3.

  • Page 73: Pictbridge: Print Setting

    PictBridge: Print Setting AUTO SET 1. Connect the camera to your printer. The USB menu must be set to [PRINTER] before you connect the camera to the printer.(See p.70) 2. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to select the [AUTO SET] menu tab.

  • Page 74: Pictbridge : Reset

    PictBridge : RESET Initializes user-changed configurations. 1. Connect the camera to your printer. The [USB] menu must be set to [PRINTER] before you connect the camera to the printer.(See p.70) 2. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to select the [RESET] menu tab.

  • Page 75: 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 SAVE LANGUAGE FORMAT DATE&TIME DATE TYPE IMPRINT LAMP SOUND...

  • Page 76: File Name

    Setup menu Menu tab Main menu Q.VIEW RESET * Menus are subject to change without prior notice. 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.

  • Page 77: Auto Power Off

    File name INFORMATION The first stored folder name is 100SSCAM, and the first file name is STA60001. File names are assigned sequentially from STA60001 The folder number is assigned sequentially from 100 to 999 as follows: 100SSCAM 101SSCAM 999SSCAM. The files used with the memory card conform to the DCF(Design rule for Camera File systems) format.

  • Page 78: 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 79: Formatting A Memory Card

    Formatting a memory card This is used for formatting the memory card. If you run [FORMAT] on the memory card, all images, including the protected images, will be deleted. Be sure to download important images to your PC before formatting the memory card. If the memory card is not inserted, the internal memory will be formatted.

  • Page 80: Setting Up The Date/ Time

    Setting up the Date/ Time You can change the date and time that will be displayed on the captured images. Setting Date/Time 1. In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode, press the MENU button. 2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [SETUP] menu tab.

  • Page 81: Imprinting The Recording Date

    Imprinting the recording date There is an option to include DATE/TIME on still images. Date Imprinting 1. In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode, press the MENU button. 2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [SETUP] menu tab.

  • Page 82: Sound

    Function lamp Description of the Function lamp Function Function lamp blinks and then turns off when the camera is ready to During power-on take a picture After an image is captured Function lamp will blink once. During voice recording Function lamp will blink at a 1-second interval. While recording a movie clip Function lamp will blink at a 1-second interval.

  • Page 83: Selecting An External Device (Usb)

    Selecting an External Device (USB) You can select an external device to which you want to connect the camera using the USB cable. Selecting an External Device 1. In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode, press the MENU button. 2.

  • Page 84: 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 85: Setting Up The Mycam Menu

    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 Menu tab Main menu S.IMAGE SH.SOUND...

  • Page 86: Shutter Sound

    Shutter sound You can select the shutter sound. Selecting the Shutter 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. 3. Select the [SH.SOUND] menu by pressing the UP/ DOWN button and press the RIGHT button.

  • Page 87: 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...
  • Page 88 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 89: Warning Indicator

    Warning indicator There are several warnings that may appear on the LCD display Warning indicator - Memory card error CARD ERROR ! - There is insufficient memory CARD FULL ! capacity to take an image - There are no images stored NO IMAGE ! on the memory card - A memory card is not inserted...

  • Page 90: Before Contacting A Service Center

    Before contacting a service center Please check the following Symptom - There is low battery capacity - An AC Power Adapter is not connected The camera doesn t - Batteries are inserted switch on incorrectly with the reverse polarities - The batteries are exhausted - The Camera is turned off The camera power automatically...
  • Page 91 Before contacting a service center Symptom - A picture was taken within 0.8 m from the subject without setting an appropriate macro The images are mode unclear - Taking a picture beyond the flash range - The lens is smudged or dirty The flash does not - Flash off mode has been fire...
  • Page 92 Before contacting a service center Symptom Colour of image is - White balance setting is different to the incorrect original scene Images are too - Exposure is excessive bright - Cable connection is incorrect - The camera is off - There are no batteries, the batteries are exhausted or the When using the AC adapter is not connected.

  • Page 93: Specifications

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

  • Page 94: Software

    1600: Superfine 26, Fine 52, Normal 65 1024: Superfine 64, Fine 95, Normal 127 640 : Superfine 162, Fine 205, Normal 244 * These figures are measured under Samsung’s standard conditions and may vary depending on shooting conditions and camera settings.

  • Page 95: 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 96: 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, you should first install the camera driver.

  • Page 97: 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 98 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 96 for more information about the application program. INFORMATION If you select [Exit] at the step 3, the application program installation will be cancelled. 4.
  • Page 99 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.
  • Page 100 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.
  • Page 101 Setting up the application software 15. PhotoImpression installation is successfully completed. Click the [Finish] button to install Digimax Reader. * The system will not reboot even the [Yes, I want to restart the computer now] option is selected. * The frame 15 may not appear according to the system requirements.
  • Page 102 Setting up the application software 19. 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. 20.
  • Page 103 Setting up the application software 22. After restarting the computer, connect the PC to the camera with the USB cable. 23. Turn the camera power on. [Found New Hardware Wizard] will open and the computer will recognize the camera. * If you have ever installed an image viewer program or your OS is Windows XP, an image viewer program will open.
  • Page 104 2. Refer to FAQ (p.116) 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 105: Starting Pc Mode

    Starting PC Mode If you connect the USB cable to a USB port on your PC and then turn on the power, the camera will automatically switch to "computer connection mode". 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.
  • Page 106 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 107 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.

  • Page 108: Removing The Usb Driver For Windows 98Se

    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 A6] and click the [Add/Remove] button. 4. Uninstallation is complete. Click the [Finish] button and the window will disappear.

  • Page 109: Removable Disk

    Removable Disk To use this camera as a Removable Disk, install (p.97) 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 110: 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 is turned off. 2. Unplug the USB cable. Windows 2000/ME/XP (The illustrations may be different from the real display in accordance with the Windows O/S.) 1.

  • Page 111: 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 112: Digimax Viewer 2.1

    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.

  • Page 113: 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 114: Digimax Reader

    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. Digimax Reader Digimax Reader is a Text recognition program. You can save an image file that is captured in the Text mode, as a text file with this program.
  • Page 115 3. Click the Open( ) icon as shown alongside. 4. Select the image you want to save as a text file. * Only an image that was taken with SAMSUNG camera can be opened. 5. Click the Area Analysis( image.

  • Page 116: Faq

    Digimax Reader 8. To save the section as a text, click the Save( icon. A window as shown alongside will be displayed. 9. Select a file type that you want to. Selectable file type : *.TXT, *.HWP, *.DOC, *.RTF INFORMATION To get an image that can be recognized as a text : - Keep a distance of 20cm between the subject and the camera.
  • Page 117 [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.
  • Page 118 [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".
  • Page 119 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.
  • Page 120 SAMSUNG TECHWIN CO., LTD. OPTICS & DIGITAL IMAGING DIVISION 145-3, SANGDAEWON 1-DONG, JUNGWONGU, 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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