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Samsung Digimax V10 User Manual

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Digimax V10
Thank you for buying a Samsung Camera.
This manual will guide you through using the camera, including capturing images, downloading images and
using the software applications. Please read this manual carefully before using your new camera.
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  • Page 1 ENGLISH • Digimax V10 Thank you for buying a Samsung Camera. This manual will guide you through using the camera, including capturing images, downloading images and using the software applications. Please read this manual carefully before using your new camera.

  • Page 2: Take A Picture

    Instructions Use this camera in the following order Set up the camera driver Take a picture Insert the USB cable Check the camera’s power Check [Removable Disk] 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

    Contents READY Getting to know your camera About the icons Danger Warning Caution An FCC warning System chart Identification of features Front & Top Back Side/ 5-function button Mode dial Connecting to a Power Source Using the AC power adapter Using the batteries Removing the battery Instructions on how to use the...
  • Page 4 Contents PLAY Starting play mode Playing back a still image Playing back a movie clip How to capture the movie clip On camera movie trimming Playing back a recorded voice LCD monitor indicator Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera Thumbnail / Enlargement button Voice memo / Up button...

  • Page 5: Getting To Know Your Camera

    Please check that the camera is operating properly prior to when you intend to use it (e.g. for a trip or an important event) to avoid disappointment. Samsung camera takes no responsibility for any loss or damages that may result from camera malfunction.

  • Page 6: Danger

    Should any form of liquid or a foreign object enter the camera, do not use it. Switch off the camera, and then disconnect the power source (batteries or AC Power Adapter). You must contact your dealer or Samsung Camera Service centre. Do not continue to use the camera as this may cause a fire or electric shock.

  • Page 7: Caution

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

  • Page 8: System Chart

    System chart Please check that you have the correct contents before using this product. To buy the optional equipment, contact your nearest Samsung dealer or Samsung service centre. Pouch Remote control DPOF compatible printer(see p.81) (SAC-32, DC 3.3V 2.0A) AC cord <...
  • Page 9 System chart PictBridge compatible Computer printer(see p.83) (see p.120) USB cable AV cable External monitor Yellow cable – Video White colour - Voice (see p.95) System Requirements For Windows PC with processor better than MMX Pentium 233MHz (XP : Pentium II 300MHz) Windows 98/98SE/2000/ME/XP Minimum 32MB RAM (XP : 128MB) 140MB of available hard-disk space...

  • Page 10: Identification Of Features

    Identification of features Front & Top Mode dial Shutter button Jog dial Flash Viewfinder Lens Remote control sensor Back Flash indicator lamp(Red) Autofocus indicator lamp(Green) +/-, DELETE button AEL/ASM button MF button (Album button) LCD monitor Tripod socket Play mode button Power button Mode dial lamp Speaker...

  • Page 11: Side/ 5-Function Button

    Memory card slot 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 Recording...
  • Page 12 Identification of features A (Aperture priority) shooting mode S (Shutter priority) shooting mode M (Manual) shooting mode MySET mode MOVIE CLIP mode SCENE mode Set the aperture value for automatic exposure depends on the brightness of the object by automatic shutter speed setting in the camera.
  • Page 13 Identification of features Self-timer lamp (Based on 10-second Self-timer; see p. 37) Colour Status Blinking Auto focus indicator lamp Colour Status Blinking Green Flash indicator lamp Colour Status Blinking Mode dial lamp Colour Status Green Mode icons MODE AUTO PROGRAM Icon MODE Night...

  • Page 14: Connecting To A Power Source

    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 rechargeable battery (SLB-1137). INFORMATION Important information about battery usage When the camera is not used, turn off the camera power.

  • Page 15: Using The Ac Power Adapter

    Connecting to a Power Source Using the AC power adapter (SAC-32, DC 3.3V 2.0A, optional) 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.

  • Page 16: Using The Batteries

    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 correct polarity(+/-). 1. Open the battery chamber cover by pushing in the direction of the arrow.

  • Page 17: Instructions On How To Use The Memory Card

    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

    Instructions on how to use the memory card INFORMATION 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. The camera can use SD Memory Cards and MMC (Multi Media Cards). Please consult the enclosed manual for using the the MMC Cards.

  • 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 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.

  • Page 20: When Using The Camera For The First Time

    When Using the Camera for the First Time If the camera is turned on for the first time, a menu will be displayed to set date, time and language in the LCD monitor. This menu will not be displayed after setting up the date, time and language.

  • Page 21: Lcd Monitor Indicator

    LCD monitor indicator The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting functions and selections. Description Battery Recording mode Shooting type Flash Self-timer Voice memo Macro Metering Manual/ Continuous auto focus Sharpness Auto focus frame Camera shake warning Date/ Time [ Image & Full Status ] Icons 2005/01/01 01:00 PM Page...

  • Page 22: Starting The Recording Mode

    LCD monitor indicator Exposure compensation White Balance Image quality Image size Number of available shots remaining Remaining time (Movie clip/ Voice recording) Optical/ Digital Zoom bar 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 23: 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 aperture value and shutter speed. Steps from 1-4 are the same as those for AUTO mode. 5.

  • Page 24: How To Use The Shutter Priority Mode

    Starting the recording mode How to use the SHUTTER PRIORITY mode ( Steps from 1-4 are the same as those for AUTO mode. 5. Select the SHUTTER PRIORITY mode by rotating the mode dial. 6. Select the desired shutter speed by rotating the jog dial. 7.

  • Page 25: How To Use The Myset Mode

    Starting the recording mode How to use the MySET mode ( This mode allows users to save frequently used shooting settings for later use. Steps from 1-4 are the same as those for AUTO mode. 5. Select the MySET mode by rotating the mode dial. 6.
  • Page 26 Starting the recording mode Pausing while recording a movie clip (Successive Recording) This camera allows you to temporarily stop during unwanted scenes, while recording a movie clip. Using this function, you can record your favourite scenes into a movie clip without having to create multiple movie clips.

  • Page 27: How To Use The Scene Mode

    Starting the recording mode How to use the SCENE mode ( Use the menu to easily configure optimal settings for a variety of shooting situations. These include NIGHT, PORTRAIT, CHILDREN, LANDSCAPE, CLOSE UP, TEXT RECOGNITION, SUNSET, DAWN, BACKLIGHT, FIREWORKS and BEACH & SNOW scenes.

  • Page 28: 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 29: Using The Camera Buttons To Adjust The Camera

    Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera The RECORDING (AUTO, PROGRAM, APERTURE PRIORITY, SHUTTER PRIORITY, MANUAL, MySET, MOVIE CLIP, SCENE) mode function can be set up by using the camera buttons. POWER button Used for turning the camera’s power on / off. If there is no operation during the specified time, the camera's power will be turned off automatically to save battery life.
  • Page 30 ZOOM W/T button This camera has a 3X optical zoom and a 10X digital zoom function. Using both will offer a total zoom ratio of 30X. TELE Zoom Optical zoom TELE : Pressing the ZOOM T button. This will zoom into the subject i.e. the subject will appear nearer.
  • Page 31 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. The digital zoom cannot be used in movie clip shots.

  • Page 32: Voice Memo/ Up Button

    Voice memo( 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.

  • Page 33: Macro/ Down Button (Focusing)

    Macro( ) / Down button (Focusing) While the menu is showing, press the DOWN button to move from the main menu to a submenu, or to move down the submenu cursor. When the menu is not showing, you can use the MACRO/ DOWN button to take macro pictures (within the distance range of 4-80 cm).

  • Page 34: Focus Lock

    Focus lock To focus on the subject positioned outside of the centre, use the focus lock function. Using the Focus Lock 1. Ensure the subject in the centre of the autofocus frame. 2. Press the SHUTTER button halfway. When the green auto lights up, it means the camera is focused on the subject.

  • Page 35: Flash

    FLASH( ) / LEFT button Flash range AUTOFOCUS WIDE 0.8~3.0 AUTO 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 7 seconds. If the batteries are weak, the charging time will be longer. During the continuous shot, movie clip mode, the flash function will not operate.
  • Page 36 FLASH( ) / LEFT button 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 Description If the subject or background is dark, the camera flash will operate automatically.

  • Page 37: Self-Timer/ Remote/ Right Button

    Self-timer( ) / Remote ( When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the Right button makes the cursor shift to the right tab. The right button can also be used to move to a sub menu to select a different setting.

  • Page 38: Right Button

    Self-timer( ) / Remote ( Self-timer/ remote mode setting Mode dial Setting ( AUTO PROGRAM A/S/M, MySET SCENE MOVIE CLIP INFORMATION When taking a picture using the self-timer, the self-timer lamp works as follows: 2 second self-timer setting 10 second self-timer setting : The self-timer lamp blinks at 1 second interval for the first 8 If you operate the Mode dial and Self-timer button during the self-timer operation, the self- timer function is canceled.

  • Page 39: Menu/ Ok Button

    Self-timer( ) / Remote ( Replacing batteries for the remote control Make sure the + polarity is toward the top and the - polarity is toward the bottom while installing batteries for the remote control. Replace batteries for the remote control in the local service centre.

  • Page 40: Button

    +/- button You can use the +/- button to adjust the values for the RGB, ISO, white balance and exposure compensation. Main menu AUTO, DAYLIGHT, CLOUDY, FLUORESCENT H, WHITE BALANCE Exposure compensation RGB : Allows the user to adjust the R (Red), G (Green), and B (Blue) values of the images to be captured.
  • Page 41 +/- button ISO: You can select the ISO sensitivity when taking pictures. The speed or specific light-sensitivity of a camera is rated by ISO numbers. Selecting an ISO Sensitivity 1. Press the +/- button, and then use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the ISO icon( will appear as shown.
  • Page 42 +/- 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 ( You can select CUSTOM 1 or CUSTOM 2 white balance.

  • Page 43: Ael/Asm Button

    AEL/ASM button The camera measures brightness of the object and automatically set the best exposure value. If difference between the exposure values of the object and background is too great, use the AEL button to manually set the exposure value against sunlight or in strong light. This button is available in the PROGRAM, Aperture priority(A), Shutter priority(S), MySET and MOVIE CLIP mode.

  • Page 44: Mf Button

    MF button Use this button to select the focusing method. Automatic focusing : Slightly press the shutter to let the camera measure distance to the object and select the best focusing. If successfully focused with the slight press of the shutter, the automatic focusing mark is turned green.

  • Page 45: Lcd Button

    LCD( ) button You can check the recording status in the LCD monitor. In any mode with the exception of VOICE RECORDING mode, pressing the LCD button will change the display as shown below. Pressing the LCD button [Image & full information] Histogram Shows you the distribution of brightness in recorded images.

  • Page 46: Using The Lcd Monitor To Adjust The

    Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settings You can use the menu on the LCD monitor to set up recording functions. In any mode with the exception of VOICE RECORDING mode, pressing the MENU button displays the menu on the LCD monitor.
  • Page 47 Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settings Menu tab Main menu Quality Metering Shooting Sharpness Effect Special Effect Sub menu Camera working mode TIFF S. Fine Fine Normal Multi Spot Single Continuous Soft Normal Vivid Normal B & W Sepia Negative Range 1...
  • Page 48 Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settings Menu tab Main menu Save Myset Load Myset Scene Stabilizer * Menus are subject to change without prior notice. Sub menu Camera working mode Myset1 Myset2 Myset3 Myset1 Myset2 Myset3 Night, Portrait, Children, Landscape, Close up, Text, Sunset, Dawn, Backlight,...

  • Page 49: 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 3072 or RIGHT button.

  • Page 50: Quality

    Quality You can select the compression ratio appropriate for your application of the captured images. The higher the compression ratio, the lower the picture quality. Mode Icon TIFF Sub menu TIFF File Format INFORMATION TIFF is the highest quality and Normal is the lowest setting. Choose the setting appropriate for your needs.

  • Page 51: 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 52: Continuous Shot

    Continuous shot You can select continuous shot, AEB (Auto Exposure Bracketing) and AFB (Auto Focus Bracketing). If you select CONTINUOUS, AEB or AFB, the flash will automatically be set to Flash Off. [Single]: Take one picture only [Continuous]: Images will be taken continuously until the shutter button is released.

  • Page 53: Sharpness

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

  • Page 54: Special Effect

    Special Effect By using the camera s digital processor, it is possible to add special effects to your images. You can select this menu only in the PROGRAM, MySET, Aperture priority, Shutter priority and MANUAL modes. You can select this menu only in the 2592x1944, 2272x1704, 2048x1536, 1600x1200, 1024x768, 640x480 image size.

  • Page 55: Special Effect : Composite Shots

    Special Effect : Composite shots You can combine 2~4 different shots in a still image. 1. Select the PROGRAM, MySET, Aperture priority, Shutter priority or MANUAL modes. Then press the menu button. 2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [Special Effect] menu tab.

  • Page 56: Special Effect : Photo Frame

    Special Effect : Photo Frame You can add 3 types of frame-like borders to a still image you want to capture. 1. Select the PROGRAM, MySET, Aperture priority, Shutter priority or MANUAL modes. Then press the menu button. 2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [Special Effect] menu tab.

  • Page 57: Save / Load A Specific Camera Configuration (Myset)

    Save / Load a specific camera configuration (MySET) Use the MySET mode to save frequently used camera settings (Save Myset) and use it later (Load Myset) Saving the camera configuration : Available in the PROGRAM, A, S and M shooting mode. 1.

  • Page 58: 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 Night Portrait Children Landscape Close up Text Sunset Dawn Backlight Firework Beach&Snow INFORMATION When the close-up, sunset, dawn, fireworks are selected, it is possible that camera shake will occur.

  • Page 59: Movie Clip Frame Stabiliser

    Movie Clip frame stabiliser This function helps stabilise images captured during movie recording. You can select this menu only in the MOVIE CLIP mode. How to use this function 1. Select the MOVIE CLIP mode by rotating the mode dial and press the menu button.

  • Page 60: Starting Play Mode

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

  • Page 61: 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 ( the LCD monitor.

  • Page 62: On Camera Movie Trimming

    Starting play mode On camera movie trimming : You can extract desired frames of movie clip during the movie 1. Select a desired movie clip in the play mode. 2. Play back the movie clip by pressing the Play & Pause button.

  • Page 63: Playing Back A Recorded Voice

    Starting play mode Playing back a recorded voice Steps from 1-2 are the same as those to play back a still image. 3. Select the recorded voice that you want to play back by using the LEFT/RIGHT button. If you select a recorded voice file, the voice indicator ( the LCD monitor.

  • Page 64: 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 TIFF file If you press the LCD button, you can check the following recording information: Size : 3072X2304 Av : F2.8 Tv : 1/60...

  • Page 65: 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 ( ) / Enlargement ( You can view multiple pictures, enlarge a selected picture, and crop and save a selected area of an image.

  • Page 66: Voice Memo / Up Button

    Thumbnail( The maximum enlargement rate in proportion to the image size. Image size 3072 Maximum enlargement rate X12.0 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 67: 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 68: 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 69: Delete Button

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

  • Page 70: Album Button (Mf Button)

    Album button (MF button) You can organise the captured still images(except for the TIFF file type image) into albums by using the MF button. This camera has 8 albums and each album can take up to 100 images. The album menu loading time depends on the memory card type.
  • Page 71 Album button (MF button) 3. Select the still images you wish to add by pressing the Up/Down/Left/Right buttons and press the Zoom T button. marks are displayed on the selected images. * To cancel the selection, press the Zoom T button again. 4.
  • Page 72 Album button (MF button) Playing back the albums Playing back all of the albums 1. Select [All] menu and press the OK button. All of the albums will be selected. 2. Select the [Slide] menu by pressing the Up/Down button and press the Right button.

  • Page 73: 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 74: 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 Auto Set Custom Set Sub menu...
  • Page 75 Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor Menu tab Main menu Custom Set Print DPOF Print Reset Menus are subject to change without prior notice. Sub menu Secondary menu Auto Draft Quality Normal Fine Auto Date Auto File Name Standard Index...

  • Page 76: Starting The Slide Show

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

  • Page 77: Protecting Images

    Starting the slide show Configure slide show effects: Unique screen effects can be used for the slide show. 1. Select the [Effect] sub menu by pressing the UP/ DOWN button and press the RIGHT button. 2. Use the Up/Down Button to select the type of effect. [Cancel] : Normal display.

  • Page 78: Deleting Images

    Protecting images - If you protect an image, the protect icon will be displayed on the LCD monitor. (An unprotected image has no indicator) - An image in LOCK mode will be protected from the delete function or [Delete] functions, but will NOT be protected from the [Format] function.

  • Page 79: Resize

    Resize Change the resolution (size) of pictures taken. Select the [User Image] 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.

  • Page 80: Rotating An Image

    Rotating an image You can rotate the stored images by various degrees. Once the playback of the rotated picture is finished, it will switch back to the original state. 1. Press the play mode button and press the menu button. 2.

  • Page 81: Dpof

    DPOF DPOF(Digital Print Order Format) allows you to embed printing information on your memory card’s MISC folder. 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.

  • Page 82: Dpof : Index

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

  • Page 83: 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. TIFF, Movie clips and voice files cannot be printed. You can set up the following settings from the PictBridge menu. Images PRINTER SETUP Print...

  • Page 84: 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.83) 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 85: 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.83) 2. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to select the [Auto Set] menu tab.

  • Page 86: 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.83) 2. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to select the [Print] menu tab.

  • Page 87: Pictbridge : Reset

    PictBridge : RESET Initialises 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.83) 2. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to select the [Reset] menu tab.

  • Page 88: 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 Power Off Language Format D&Time Imprint Sound are default settings.

  • Page 89: File Name

    Setup menu Menu tab Main menu AF Lamp Video Out Quick 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 90: Auto Power Off

    File name INFORMATION The first stored folder name is 100SSCAM, and the first file name is SV100001. File names are assigned sequentially from SV100001 The folder number is assigned sequentially from 100 to 999 as follows : 100SSCAM 101SSCAM The files used with the memory card conform to the DCF(Design rule for Camera File systems) format.

  • Page 91: 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 92: Setting Up The Date/ Time/ Date Type

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

  • Page 93: Sound

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

  • Page 94: Auto Focus Lamp

    Auto Focus lamp You can turn on and off the Auto Focus lamp How to set up the lamp 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 95: Selecting Video Out Type

    Selecting Video out type The Video output signal from the camera can be NTSC or PAL. Your choice of output will be governed by the type of device (monitor or TV, etc.) to which the camera is connected. PAL mode can support only BDGHI. Setting the Video Out Type 1.

  • Page 96: 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 [Quick View] setup. Quick view is possible only with still images. Setting Quick View 1.

  • Page 97: 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 S.Sound...

  • Page 98: Start Up Sound

    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.

  • Page 99: Important Notes

    Important notes Be sure to observe the following precautions! This unit contains precision electronic components. Do not use or store this unit in the following locations. - Areas exposed to severe changes in temperature and humidity. - Areas exposed to dust and dirt. - Areas exposed to direct sunlight or the inside of a vehicle in hot weather.
  • Page 100 - 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 an extended period of time.

  • Page 101: Warning Indicator

    Warning indicator There are several warnings that may appear on the LCD display. Card Error ! Memory card error Turn off the camera power and turn it on again Insert the memory card again Insert the memory card and format the memory card (p.91) No Card ! A memory card is not inserted Insert a memory card...

  • Page 102: Before Contacting A Service Centre

    Warning indicator Low Light ! When taking pictures in dark places Use a tripod and take pictures in Flash Photography mode Set USB [USB] sub menu and connected device are not matched. Reconfigure [USB] in the [Setup] menu. Out Of Number When selecting too many printing pages in the PictBridge menu.
  • Page 103 Before contacting a service centre Camera does not take images when pressing the Shutter button There is insufficient memory capacity. Delete unnecessary image files The memory card has not been formatted Format the memory card (p.91) The memory card is exhausted Insert a new memory card The memory card is locked Refer to [Card Locked !] error message (p.101)
  • Page 104 Before contacting a service centre The images don't play back Incorrect file name (Violation of DCF format) Do not change the image file name Colour of image is different to the original scene White balance setting is incorrect Select appropriate White balance Images are too bright Exposure is excessive Reset exposure compensation...

  • Page 105: Specifications

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

  • Page 106: Software

    1024 : Super fine 60 Fine 106 Normal 129 TIFF 11 640 : Super fine 121 Fine 165 Normal 202 TIFF 22 * These figures are measured under Samsung’s standard conditions and may vary depending on shooting conditions and camera settings.

  • Page 107: 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 108: About The Software

    About the software After inserting the software CD provided with this camera into the CD-ROM drive, the following window should automatically run. Camera driver : This enables images to transfer between the camera and PC. This camera uses the USB Storage Driver as the camera driver. You can use the camera as a USB card reader.
  • Page 109 Be sure to check the system requirements before installing the driver. 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.

  • Page 110: 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 111 Setting up the application software 4. If an error listed below takes place during the preview, click the [Install] button to install the XviD codec. - Only a voice plays back. - An error message displays and the movie clip does not play back.
  • Page 112 Setting up the application software 7. The XviD information window will display. Click the [Next>] button. 8. The destination selection window will open. Click [Next >] button. To copy to the files to another folder, click [Browse...] and choose a folder you want. 9.
  • Page 113 Setting up the application software 11. The XviD codec is ready to install. Click the [Install] button. 12. Installation is complete. Click the [Finish] button. 13. A window where you can choose the program you want to install will appear. Click [Install]. For information on application software, please refer to page 108.
  • Page 114 Setting up the application software INFORMATION If you select [Cancel] at step 14, a window for installing Digimax Reader will be displayed. 15. The Software License Agreement window will be displayed. If you agree to this, click [Yes], the window will then move to the next step.
  • Page 115 Setting up the application software 19. A window will be displayed as shown alongside. Click the [INSTALL] button. - Check the [MANUAL] button. Instructions for using Digimax reader will be displayed. - Click the [EXIT] button and Digimax reader installation will be cancelled and a window for installing PhotoImpression will be displayed.
  • Page 116 Setting up the application software 23. Digimax Reader Installation is completed. Click the [Finish] button and PhotoImpression installation will be started. The system will not reboot even if the [Yes, I want to restart the computer now] option is selected. *The real frame 23 can be different with the illustration according to the system requirements.
  • Page 117 Setting up the application software 27. A destination selection window will open. Click [Next >]. To copy to the files to another folder, click [Browse...] and choose a folder you want. 28. The [Select Components] window will appear. Click [Next >] button. 29.
  • Page 118 Setting up the application software 31. To apply changes, you must restart the computer. Select [Yes, I want to restart my computer now], and then click [Finish]. 32. After restarting the computer, connect the PC to the camera with the USB cable. 33.
  • Page 119 2. Refer to FAQ (p.132) 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 120: 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 121 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 122 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 123: Removing The Usb Driver For Windows 98Se

    Removing the USB Driver for Windows 98SE To remove the USB driver, refer to the process shown below. 1. Trace [Start Settings] and click [Control Panel]. 2. Double-click [Add/Remove programs]. 3. The [Add/Remove Programs Properties] window will open. Click [Digimax V700] and click the [Add/Remove] button.

  • Page 124: Removable Disk

    Removable Disk To use this camera as a Removable Disk, install (p.110) 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 125: Removing The Removable Disk

    Removing the removable disk Windows 98/98SE 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 126: 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 127: 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 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 128: Digimax Reader

    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. This software is only compatible with Windows. To start the program, click [Start The following screen will appear.
  • Page 129 Digimax Reader 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. 6. Part of the image you selected will be displayed as shown.

  • Page 130: Using Photoimpression

    Digimax Reader 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. - The subject need to be centered.
  • Page 131 Using PhotoImpression You can use PhotoImpression to perform the following tasks. Command Button Button Imports a picture from an album, a source folder, or the camera/scanner, or captures screen shots of what is being viewed on the current monitor. Selects Cut, Resize, Edit Image, Insert Text, Enhance Picture, Insert Effects, or Layer.

  • Page 132: Faq

    Please check the following if the USB connection malfunctions. [Case 1] The camera power is off. Turn the camera power on. We recommend using an AC power adapter in PC mode. [Case 2] USB Driver is not installed correctly. Install the USB Driver correctly. Refer to page 110. [Case 3] The USB cable is not connected or you are using a cable with an incorrect specification.
  • Page 133 There must be USB Host Controller and USB root hub under [Universal Serial Bus controllers]. In addition, double-click on the USB Universal Host Controller and the USB Root Hub to check if the Device Status states "This device is working properly". If the Device Status says the device is "not working properly", click the "Driver"...
  • Page 134 When the movie clip doesn t play back on the PC When the movie clip recorded by the camera doesn t play back on the PC, the causes are mostly codec installed on the PC. When A codec for play back the movie clip isn t installed Install the codec as listed below.
  • Page 135 If a PC (Windows 98) stops responding while the camera and PC are connected repeatedly If a PC (Windows 98) is turned on for a long time and connect the camera repeatedly, the PC may not recognise the camera. In this case, re-start the PC. If a PC connected with the camera stops responding while the Windows is starting.
  • Page 136 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 www.samsungcamera.com SAMSUNG OPTO-ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC. HEADQUARTERS 40 SEAVIEW DRIVE, SECAUCUS, NJ07094, U.S.A.

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