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Samsung Digimax 101 User Manual

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Thank you for buying a Samsung Camera.
This manual will guide you through using the Digimax 101, including taking images, downloading images and using the
MGI PhotoSuite III SE software. Please read this manual before using your new camera.
ENGLISH

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  • Page 1 Thank you for buying a Samsung Camera. This manual will guide you through using the Digimax 101, including taking images, downloading images and using the MGI PhotoSuite III SE software. Please read this manual before using your new camera. ENGLISH...
  • Page 2 INSTRUCTIONS Use this camera in the following order. If your video output signal is PAL type, you have to select [PAL/50Hz] in [VIDEO OUT] menu before taking a picture.(p.77) Set up the camera driver Take a picture Insert USB cable Check the camera power Check...

  • Page 3: 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 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Ready Getting to know your camera Safety note This digital camera can be used for Manufacturer s contents Identification of features Product Exterior(Front / Top / Side) Product Exterior (Back/bottom) Viewfinder/Camera status LED LCD monitor indicator Camera mode definition...
  • Page 5 CONTENTS Advanced MODE button MENU button 5-function button OK button UP button DOWN button LEFT button RIGHT button Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor SLIDE SHOW PROTECT DELETE ALL COPY TO CARD DPOF LCD BRIGHTNESS Setting up the camera system Starting SETUP mode BEEP FORMAT...

  • Page 6: Getting To Know Your Camera

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

  • Page 7: Safety Note

    Should any form of liquid or a foreign object enter the camera, do not use it. Switch off the camera, and then disconnect the power source (batteries or AC Power Adapter). You must contact your dealer or Samsung Camera Service Center. Do not continue to use the camera as this may cause a fire or electric shock.
  • Page 8 SAFETY NOTE Do not use the flash in close proximity to people or animals. Positioning the flash too close to your subject s eyes, may cause eyesight damage. For safety reasons keep this product and accessories out of reach of children or animals to prevent accidents e.g.: Swallowing batteries or small camera accessories.
  • Page 9 SAFETY NOTE Leaking, overheating, or burst batteries could result in fire or injury. Use batteries with the correct specification for the camera. Do not short circuit, heat or dispose of batteries in fire. Do not use old batteries with new ones, or mix brands of batteries. Ensure the batteries are positioned correctly with regard to polarity (+ / -).

  • Page 10: This Digital Camera Can Be Used For

    THIS DIGITAL CAMERA CAN BE USED FOR Printing images using a dedicated printer, DPOF-compatible printer or DPOF-equipped photo lab. (refer to page 65) Down loading image files from camera to computer. (refer to page 79 ~ 80) Viewing images on TV (refer to page 77) Taking a picture.
  • Page 11 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 to...

  • Page 12: Manufacturer S Contents

    MANUFACTURER S CONTENTS Manufacturer's contents Please check that you have the correct contents before using this product. 2 AA Alkaline Digital camera Pouch Batteries Video cable USB cable Camera strap Applications S/W- User manual Product warranty Driver CD-ROM Accessories (optional)

  • Page 13: Identification Of Features

    IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES Product Exterior(Front / Top / Side) Power switch Self-timer lamp Viewfinder Shutter button Flash(p. 39) DC input connection point Video connection terminal USB connection terminal Lens Card slot Battery chamber / Battery chamber Card cover Strap eyelet...

  • Page 14: Product Exterior (Back/Bottom)

    IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES Product Exterior (Back/bottom) Viewfinder Camera status LED (p.15) LCD monitor Tripod socket FLASH/ LEFT( ) button (p.39 / 59) OK button (p.38 / 56) DELETE / DOWN( ) button (p.39 / 58) THUMBNAIL / UP( ) button (p.39 / 57) 5-function button LCD button (p.35 / 53)

  • Page 15: Viewfinder/Camera Status Led

    IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES Viewfinder/Camera status LED Camera status LED Camera status LED Color Status Blinking On & blinking Green Picture area frame Optimum picture area over 1.5m Camera status Image processing(compression/decompression) USB busy(PC mode) Flash charge processing USB busy Power on processing Idle power mode (after 60sec.

  • Page 16: Lcd Monitor Indicator

    IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES LCD monitor indicator The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting conditions. Recording mode Description Battery Camera shake warning Flash Self-timer White balance Exposure compensation Date Time Card indicator Image & Full Status Icons +0.5 EV (Exposure Value) 2002/09/01 03:15 Page...
  • Page 17 IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES Description Quality Image size Number of available shots remaining(still image) Recording time(while recording a movie clip) Message for canceling a movie clip recording Digital zoom Recording mode Play mode Description Battery Recording date Card indicator Number of stored images Icons 0015 00:50...

  • Page 18: Camera Mode Definition

    Camera mode definition You can select the desired working mode by using the mode button located on the back of the camera. This digital camera has 5 working modes. These are listed below STILL IMAGE mode ( This mode is used for still image shots between 1m ~ infinity.

  • Page 19: Selecting Camera Mode And Menu

    IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES Selecting camera mode and menu You can select a camera mode or a camera mode menu by pressing the MODE button or MENU button as below. Power on Pressing MODE button Pressing MODE button Pressing MODE button STILL IMAGE mode Pressing MENU button...

  • Page 20: Lcd Monitor Menu Indicator

    IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES LCD monitor menu indicator Each mode has a menu as shown below. * marked sub menu is the default setting. Camera mode Main menu STILL IMAGE 1/2 ( SETUP IMAGE SIZE QUALITY EXPOSURE Sub menu (p.68) 1280X1024* (p.43) 640X512 SUPER FINE...
  • Page 21 IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES Camera mode Main menu STILL IMAGE 2/2 ( WHITE BALANCE QUICK VIEW LCD BRIGHTNESS Sub menu AUTO* (p.47) DAYLIGHT CLOUDY SUNSET TUNGSTEN FLUORESCENT (p.48) -5~0*~+5 (p.49)
  • Page 22 IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES Camera mode Main menu MOVIE CLIP ( SETUP EXPOSURE WHITE BALANCE LCD BRIGHTNESS Sub menu (p.68) -2.0 ~ 0.0* ~ +2.0EV (0.5EV steps) AUTO* (p.47) DAYLIGHT CLOUDY SUNSET TUNGSTEN FLUORESCENT -5~0*~+5 (p.49) (p.45)
  • Page 23 IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES Camera mode Main menu PLAY 1/2 ( SETUP SLIDE SHOW PROTECT DELETE ALL PLAY 2/2 ( COPY TO CARD DPOF LCD BRIGHTNESS Sub menu (p.68) 1, 3*, 5, 7, 9sec (p.60) ONE IMAGE* LOCK UNLOCK* ALL IMAGE LOCK UNLOCK* (p.62)
  • Page 24 IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES Camera mode Main menu SETUP 1/3 BEEP FORMAT POWER OFF RESET SETUP 2/3 DATE SETUP DATE IMPRINT DATE TYPE Sub menu (p.69) (p.70) 3min*/5min/10min/30min/CANCEL (p.72) 2002/01/01 ~ 2099/12/31 (p.73) YES* (p.74) YYYY/MM/DD* (p.75) DD/MM/YYYY MM/DD/YYYY (p.71)
  • Page 25 IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES Camera mode Main menu SETUP 2/3 LANGUAGE SETUP 3/3 VIDEO OUT INFORMATION There is no associated menu in PC mode and the LCD monitor is always turned off in PC mode Sub menu ENGLISH (p.76) FRANÇAIS DEUTSCH ESPAÑOL ITALIANO @ ? e ? @ g ?

  • Page 26: Preparation

    PREPARATION Connecting to Power There are two ways in which to provide the camera with power. You can use batteries(AA Alkaline, Ni- MH, CR-V3), or alternatively, you can use an AC Adapter (DC 3.3V 2.0A). Using the batteries 1. Open the battery chamber cover by pushing in the direction of the arrow.
  • Page 27 PREPARATION INFORMATION This camera will automatically switch off when not in use for a period of time. Refer to [POWER OFF] function(p.71). NOTICE Important information about battery usage Please remove the batteries if the camera will not be used for long periods. Batteries can lose power over time and are prone to leaking if kept inside the camera.

  • Page 28: 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 29: Inserting The Sd Memory Card

    PREPARATION Inserting the SD memory CARD The camera comes with 8MB of internal flash memory, allowing you to store images and movie clips in the camera. However, you can expand the memory capacity by using an optional SD memory card([CARD] stands for the SD memory card) so that you can store more images and movie clips.

  • Page 30: Removing The Sd Memory Card

    PREPARATION The CARD has a write protect switch that prevents image files from being deleted or formatted. By sliding the switch to the bottom of the card, the data will be protected. By sliding the switch to the top of the card, the data protection will be canceled. Check the switch position before taking an image.

  • Page 31: Instructions On How To Use The Sd Memory Card

    CARD. Wear and tear on the CARD is not covered by the Samsung warranty. The CARD is an electronic precision device. Do not bend, drop or subject the card to any heavy impact.
  • Page 32 - If the power is switched off or the CARD is removed while recording, deleting(formatting) or reading. Samsung cannot be held responsible for lost data. It is advisable to copy important data onto other media as back-up e.g. floppy disks, hard disks, CD etc.

  • Page 33: Recording Mode

    RECORDING MODE Starting Recording Mode If the CARD is inserted in the camera, all the camera functions are applied only to the CARD. If the CARD is not inserted in the camera, all the camera functions are applied only to the internal memory. If your video output signal is PAL type, you have to select [PAL/50Hz] in [VIDEO OUT] menu before taking a picture.(p.77) Recording a still image...

  • Page 34: Camera Shake Warning

    RECORDING MODE NOTICE Camera shake warning. When the Flash Off mode is selected, the camera shake warning indicator ( appear on the LCD monitor. In this case, use a tripod, support the camera on a solid surface or change the flash mode to flash shot mode. Backlight compensated shot When taking an outdoor shot, avoid facing the sun, as the image may be dark because of the strong backlight.

  • Page 35: Using The Camera Button To Adjust The Camera

    RECORDING MODE Using the camera button to adjust the camera The STILL IMAGE/MOVIE CLIP mode function can be set up by using the camera button. POWER switch Used for turning the camera power on / off. If this camera doesn t be operated during the specified time(about 60 SEC.), the camera power will be idle(LCD monitor off, Camera status LED : Green) automatically(p.71).

  • Page 36: Mode Button

    RECORDING MODE image & full information MODE button Pressing the MODE button in the RECORDING(STILL IMAGE, MOVIE CLIP) mode will change the display as shown below. STILL IMAGE mode Pressing the LCD button image & basic information Pressing the MODE button MOVIE CLIP mode Pressing the LCD button...

  • Page 37: Menu Button

    RECORDING MODE 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. Pressing the STILL IMAGE 1/2 MENU button SETUP IMAGE SIZE...

  • Page 38: Ok Button

    RECORDING MODE OK button When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, the OK button is used for confirming data that is changed by using ( / / / ) buttons. When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the OK button activates digital zooming in(2X).

  • Page 39: Up Button

    RECORDING MODE UP( ) button When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the UP button ( ) makes the menu cursor move up. DOWN( ) button When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the DOWN( ) button makes the menu cursor move down.
  • Page 40 RECORDING MODE Flash mode indicator FLASH MODE Indicator Auto flash Auto & Red eye reduction Flash off INFORMATION Using the flash frequently will reduce the life of the batteries. Under normal operating conditions the charging time for the flash is normally within 10 seconds. If the batteries are weak, the charging time will be longer.

  • Page 41: Self-Timer / Right Button

    RECORDING MODE SELF-TIMER( ) / RIGHT( ) button When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, the RIGHT ( ) button makes the sub menu data change. When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, the LEFT ( ) button operates as the SELF-TIMER button ( This function is used when the photographer would also like to be in the image.

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

    RECORDING MODE Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera Recording functions can be changed by using the LCD monitor. In the RECORDING(STILL IMAGE/MOVIE CLIP) 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, MOVIE CLIP ).

  • Page 43: Image Size

    RECORDING MODE IMAGE SIZE In STILL IMAGE mode, you can select the image size you require. A large image uses more memory, so increasing the image size will reduce the total number of shots you can store in the memory. The image sizes are listed below.

  • Page 44: Image Quality

    RECORDING MODE IMAGE QUALITY In STILL IMAGE mode, you can select the image quality(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 memory. SUPER FINE is the highest quality and NORMAL is the lowest setting.

  • Page 45: Ev Compensation

    RECORDING MODE EV COMPENSATION In STILL IMAGE/MOVIE CLIP mode, you can select the exposure value. This camera automatically adjusts the exposure according to the ambient lighting conditions. However, you can select the exposure value by using the [EXPOSURE] sub menu. Exposure compensation setting range : -2.0 ~ +2.0 EV (0.5 EV steps) If you increase the exposure value, the image will be brighter.
  • Page 46 RECORDING MODE INFORMATION This change to the exposure will remain until the camera is switched off. When the camera is turned on again, the exposure compensation setting returns to 0.0EV (discarding the exposure compensation). When you have selected a change in exposure value, the value is displayed on the LCD. Decreasing or increasing the exposure value may lead to images being under or over exposed (too dark or too bright).

  • Page 47: White Balance

    RECORDING MODE WHITE BALANCE In STILL IMAGE/MOVIE CLIP mode, you can select the white balance menu. 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. There are 6 white balance menus : AUTO/ DAYLIGHT/ CLOUDY/ SUNSET/ TUNGSTEN/ FLUORESCENT Selecting the white balance...

  • Page 48: Quick View

    RECORDING MODE INFORMATION AUTO : The camera automatically selects the appropriate white balance settings, depending on the prevailing lighting conditions. DAYLIGHT : For taking images outside on a bright day CLOUDY : For taking images under a cloudy and overcast sky. SUNSET : For taking images at sunset FLUORESCENT : For taking images under fluorescent lighting TUNGSTEN : For taking images under tungsten (standard light bulb) lighting.

  • Page 49: Lcd Brightness

    RECORDING MODE LCD BRIGHTNESS In STILL IMAGE/MOVIE CLIP mode, you can select the LCD brightness menu. You may adjust the LCD brightness. Brightness range : -5 ~ 0 ~ +5 Selecting the LCD brightness 1. Turn the camera power on. 2.

  • Page 50: Play Mode

    PLAY MODE Starting Play Mode Turn the camera on and select the PLAY mode by pressing the MODE button. The camera can now play back the images stored on a memory. You can set up the PLAY mode function by using the camera buttons and LCD monitor. Playing back a still image 1.

  • Page 51: Playing Back A Movie Clip

    PLAY MODE Playing back a movie clip Steps from 1-3 are the same as those to play back a still image. 4. Select the movie clip that you want to play back by using the LEFT( )/RIGHT( ) button. If you select a movie clip file, the movie clip indicator( ) will be displayed on the LCD monitor.
  • Page 52 PLAY MODE NOTICE If there are no images stored on the internal memory or SD memory card, a [NO IMAGE] message will be displayed on the LCD monitor. INFORMATION If the CARD is inserted in the camera, all the camera functions are applied only to the CARD.

  • Page 53: Setting Up The Play Back Function By Using The Camera Button

    PLAY MODE Setting up the play back function by using the camera button You can set up the PLAY mode function by using the camera buttons. Power switch Used for turning the camera power on / off. If this camera doesn't be operated during the specified time(about 60 SEC.), the camera power will be idle(LCD monitor off, Camera status LED : Green) automatically(p.71).

  • Page 54: Mode Button

    PLAY MODE MODE button Pressing the MODE button in PLAY mode will change the display as shown below. PLAY mode MENU button When you press the MENU button, a menu related to each camera mode will be displayed on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 55: 5-Function Button

    PLAY MODE 5-function button Explanation of the 5-function button BUTTON MENU DISPLAY Makes the menu cursor move up Starts the thumbnail display mode UP( ) button Selects a up image(Thumbnail display) Moves to the upper part of the image(Digital zoom) Makes the menu cursor move down Deletes a displayed image DOWN( )

  • Page 56: Ok Button

    PLAY MODE OK button When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, the OK button is used for confirming data that is changed by using the / / / When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the OK button activates the following. - Normal display : Whenever you press the OK button, a still image will be enlarged to a 2X scale of enlargement.

  • Page 57: Up Button

    PLAY MODE UP( ) button When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the UP button ( ) makes the menu cursor move up. When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the UP( ) button activates the following.

  • Page 58: Down Button

    PLAY MODE DOWN( ) button When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the DOWN button ( ) makes the menu cursor move down. When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the DOWN( ) button activates the following.

  • Page 59: Left Button

    PLAY MODE LEFT( ) button When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, the LEFT ( ) button makes the sub menu data change. When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the LEFT( ) button activates the following.

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

    PLAY MODE 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. SLIDE SHOW Images can be displayed continuously at pre-set intervals.

  • Page 61: Protect

    PLAY MODE PROTECT This is used to protect specific shots from accidental erasing (LOCK). It also releases images that have been previously protected (UNLOCK). Protecting images 1. Turn the camera power on. 2. Press the MODE button to select the PLAY mode 3.

  • Page 62: Delete All

    PLAY MODE DELETE ALL This enables you to clear all unprotected images from the memory. To delete the images or movie clips stored in the internal memory, remember not to insert the SD memory card in the camera. Otherwise, you will delete the image or movie clip stored in the SD memory card.

  • Page 63: Copy To Card

    PLAY MODE COPY TO CARD This enables you to copy image files to the CARD. Copying image files to the CARD 1. Insert a card. 2. Turn the camera power on. 3. Press the MODE button to select the PLAY mode. If you insert a card that hasn t an image, [NO IMAGE!] message will display.
  • Page 64 PLAY MODE The number of the stored image in the PLAY mode - The number of the stored image in the PLAY mode will be displayed as shown below. The image is stored on the 100SSCAM sub folder that is created under the DCIM folder in the internal or memory card(SD memory card / Multi Media Card).

  • Page 65: Dpof

    PLAY MODE DPOF DPOF(Digital Print Order Format) allows you to embed printing information on your memory card. Select the pictures to be printed and how many prints to make. Images can then be printed on DPOF printers, or at an increasing number of photo laboratories. This function is not available for Movie clips.
  • Page 66 PLAY MODE 8. Select the desired number of prints by pressing the LEFT( )/RIGHT( ) button. 9. Press the Ok button to confirm the setting. NOTICE When you format the card in your PC that runs on Windows 2000 or XP, please select FAT file system.

  • Page 67: Lcd Brightness

    PLAY MODE INFORMATION The DPOF indicator( ) will display on the LCD monitor when an image that has DPOF information plays back. LCD BRIGHTNESS You may adjust the LCD brightness. Selecting the LCD brightness 1. Turn the camera power on. 2.

  • Page 68: Setting Up The Camera System

    SETTING UP THE CAMERA SYSTEM Starting SETUP mode You can select the SETUP mode in the STILL IMAGE/ MOVIE CLIP/ PLAY mode menu. STILL IMAGE 1/2 SETUP IMAGE SIZE QUALITY EXPOSURE STILL IMAGE mode Selecting the SETUP mode 1. Turn the camera power on. 2.

  • Page 69: Beep

    SETTING UP THE CAMERA SYSTEM BEEP A beep will sound when you press the camera button and an error takes place. You can check the camera condition by this function. Selecting the beep sound Steps 1 to 5 are the same as those for selecting the SETUP mode.(p.68) 6.

  • Page 70: Format

    SETTING UP THE CAMERA SYSTEM FORMAT This is used for formatting the internal memory / SD memory card. Formatting the memory Remove the SD memory card to format the internal memory. Insert the SD memory card to format the SD memory card. Steps 1 to 5 are the same as those for selecting the SETUP mode(p.68).

  • Page 71: Power Off

    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 specified time( 3, 5, 10, 30MIN) from the last operation. If you select [CANCEL], the power off function will not operate.

  • Page 72: Reset

    SETTING UP THE CAMERA SYSTEM RESET This menu allows you to reset all the camera settings to the default. DATE/TIME, LANGAGE, VIDEO OUT settings will not be changed by doing the [RESET] menu. After resetting the camera system, check the video output signal of the camera is same as that of the country where you are.

  • Page 73: Date Setup

    SETTING UP THE CAMERA SYSTEM DATE SETUP Changing the date/time Steps 1 to 5 are the same as those for selecting the SETUP mode(p.68). 6. To shift the menu cursor to [SETUP 2/3], press the DOWN( ) button at the [RESET] menu that is in [SETUP 1/3]. 7.

  • Page 74: Date Imprint

    SETTING UP THE CAMERA SYSTEM DATE IMPRINT There is an option to include DATE/TIME on still images. Selecting the date imprint function Steps 1 to 5 are the same as those for selecting the SETUP mode(p.68). 6. To shift the menu cursor to [SETUP 2/3], press the DOWN( ) button at the [RESET] menu that is in [SETUP 1/3].

  • Page 75: Date Type

    SETTING UP THE CAMERA SYSTEM DATE TYPE You can select date type that is imprinted on the image. Selecting the date type Steps 1 to 5 are the same as those for selecting the SETUP mode(p.68). 6. To shift the menu cursor to [SETUP 2/3], press the DOWN( ) button at the [RESET] menu that is in [SETUP 1/3].

  • Page 76: Language

    SETTING UP THE CAMERA SYSTEM LANGUAGE There is a choice of languages that can be displayed on the LCD monitor. You can select English/ Korean/ German/ French/ Spanish/ Italian/ Taiwanese/ Chinese. Selecting a language Steps 1 to 5 are the same as those for selecting the SETUP mode(p.68).

  • Page 77: Video Out

    SETTING UP THE CAMERA SYSTEM VIDEO OUT The alternating current frequency influences the image quality. In a country that takes NTSC video output type(A.C frequency : 60Hz), select [NTSC/60Hz] sub menu. In a country takes video output type(A.C frequency : 50Hz), select [PAL/50Hz] sub menu. Otherwise, there will be white lines on a stored image.
  • Page 78 SETTING UP THE CAMERA SYSTEM Connecting to an external monitor In STILL IMAGE/ MOVIE CLIP/ PLAY mode, you can view the stored still 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 Starting PC mode If you insert the USB cable to USB connection terminal, the camera working mode will change to the PC mode automatically. In this mode, you can download stored images to your PC through the USB cable. There is no associated menu in PC mode and the LCD monitor is always turned off in PC mode.
  • Page 80 PC MODE INFORMATION The camera driver must be installed before using PC mode in Windows 98/98SE. Refer to page 91 regarding installation. To save battery power, it is recommended that you use an AC adaptor(Optional) when connecting the camera to a PC. Downloading stored images Once you have downloaded images to your PC, they can be edited and printed.

  • Page 81: 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 82 IMPORTANT NOTES 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 CARD, the camera is not used for some time. If the camera is exposed to electronic interference, it will turn itself off to protect the CARD.

  • Page 83: Warning Indicator

    IMPORTANT NOTES Warning indicator There are several warnings that may appear in the LCD display Warning indicator Memory error MEMORY ERROR Card error CARD ERROR There is insufficient memory MEMORY FULL capacity to take an image. There are no images stored on the NO IMAGE internal memory or the CARD.

  • Page 84: Before Contacting A Service Center

    BEFORE CONTACTING A SERVICE CENTER Symptom There is low battery capacity The camera An AC Power Adapter is not doesn t switch on connected The batteries are exhausted The camera The Camera is turned off automatically power is down due to the Auto power off function whilst in use The Adapter plug is not connected securely The Camera is being used in low...
  • Page 85 BEFORE CONTACTING A SERVICE CENTER Symptom The camera Camera malfunction buttons do not operate Incorrect card format The card error The card is formatted as FAT 32 file system White lines appear on a [VIDEO OUT] type is incorrect stored image. Color of image different WHITE BALANCE setting is to original scene...
  • Page 86 BEFORE CONTACTING A SERVICE CENTER Symptom Incorrect date and The date and time have been set time is displayed incorrectly. Date is not displayed Date imprint function is set to OFF on the LCD monitor in the PLAY mode The external monitor has not been No image on the connected properly with the camera.

  • Page 87: Specifications

    Self-timer Media Storage File Format 1/2 CMOS Approx. 1.3 Mega pixels Approx. 1.4 Mega pixels Samsung lens f=9.0mm (35mm film equivalent : 46mm) F 3.0 Still Image mode : 2X Play mode : 2X Optical Viewfinder 1.6" color TFT LCD Fixed focus 1.0m ~ infinity...
  • Page 88 Small : Super fine 30, Fine 60, Normal 121 These figures are measured by internal memory based. These figures are measured under Samsung standard conditions and may vary depending on shooting conditions and camera settings. Single image / Thumbnails / Slide show / Movie Clip...

  • Page 89: Software Manual

    It is not necessary to install the camera driver if your computer runs on Windows 2000/ ME/ XP. Setting up the camera driver (p.91) Setting up the image viewer (p.102) Setting up the image editing program (p.105) Access to the Samsung camera web-site. Closing the auto run frame...
  • Page 90 Setting up Digimax Viewer (p.102) Application MGI PhotoSuite III SE : Image editing program for downloaded images. Setting up MGI PhotoSuite III SE (p.105) Internet link : You can visit the Samsung web-site through the internet. http://www.samsungcamera.com : English http://www.samsungcamera.co.kr : Korean INFORMATION Check the system requirements ( p.88 ) before setting up the driver.

  • Page 91: Setting Up The Usb Driver For Windows 98Se

    SOFTWARE MANUAL Setting up the USB driver for Windows 98SE To use this camera with a PC, install the Camera Driver first. 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. Before connecting the camera to the PC, you should first install the camera driver.

  • Page 92: Setting Up Directx 8.1

    SOFTWARE MANUAL Setting up DirectX 8.1 DirectX is a windows technology that enables higher performance in graphics and sound when you’re playing games or watching video on your PC. 1. After driver installation, [Microsoft DirectX 8.1 Setup] window will open automatically. Click [Yes]. 2.
  • Page 93 SOFTWARE MANUAL 5. 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, the program will open. If the image viewer program opens, the camera driver was setup successfully.
  • Page 94 2. Refer to FAQ (p.123) 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) To view an image that is stored in the camera, install Digimax Viewer (p.102).

  • Page 95: Removing The Usb Driver For Windows 95

    SOFTWARE MANUAL Removing the USB Driver for Windows 1. Trace [Start Settings] and click [Control Panel] 2. Double-click [Add/Remove programs].
  • Page 96 SOFTWARE MANUAL 3. The [Add/Remove Programs Properties] window will open. Click [Digimax 101 Mass Storage Driver] and click [Add/Remove] button. 4. A [Select Uninstall Method] window will open. Click the [Next>] button. 5. Uninstall is complete. Click the [Finish] button and the window will disappear.

  • Page 97: Removable Disk

    SOFTWARE MANUAL Removable Disk To use this camera as a Removable Disk, install(p.91) 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 98: Removing The Removable Disk

    LED illuminates. 2. Double-click the [Unplug or Eject Hardware] icon on the task bar. 3. The [Unplug or Eject Hardware] window will open. Select the [Samsung USB Mass Storage Device] and click the [Stop] button. [Double-click] [Click!]...
  • Page 99 SOFTWARE MANUAL 4. The [Stop a Hardware device] window will open. Select the [USB Mass Storage Device] and click the [OK] button. 5. A [Safe to Remove Hardware] window will open. Click the [OK] button. 6. A [Unplug or Eject Hardware] window will open. Click the [Close] button and the removable disk will be removed safely.

  • Page 100: Setting Up The Usb Driver For Mac

    Check the MAC OS. You can check the MAC OS version during MAC OS start-up. This camera is compatible with MAC OS 8.6 ~ 10.2. 1. Insert the Application CD-ROM 2. [Digimax 101] icon will display on the desktop. Double-click the [Digimax 101] icon. 3. Double-click the [Digital Camera Driver Installer] icon in the [Digimax 101] folder.

  • Page 101: Using The Usb Driver For Mac

    SOFTWARE MANUAL 5. A information window will open. Click the [Continue] button. 6. Installation is complete. Click the [Restart] button and your PC will restart. 7. Connect the camera to the Macintosh and turn the camera power on. 8. A new icon (Untitled) will be displayed on the desktop after connecting the camera to the MAC. Using the USB Driver for MAC 1.

  • Page 102: Setting Up Digimax Viewer

    SOFTWARE MANUAL Setting up Digimax Viewer This software is only compatible with Windows. 1. Click [Digimax Viewer 1.0] on the Autorun frame. 2. An installation window will be displayed as shown alongside.Click [Next]. 3. The Software License Agreement window will display. If you agree to it, click [Yes].
  • Page 103 SOFTWARE MANUAL 4. Select a destination folder and click [Next]. [Selecting a destination folder] [Click!] 6. Installation is completed. If you wish to open this program automatically whenever the camera is connected to the PC, click the [I would like to launch Digimax Viewer] Checkbox.

  • Page 104: Digimax Viewer

    If the Auto Launch option is selected, this program will be executed automatically with recognizing the camera. Refer to the [Help] menu in Digimax viewer about further information. Programs Samsung Digimax Viewer 1.0 Select an image and press the right mouse button. A pop-up menu will open. Open : allows you to view a selected sequence of images, one at a time.

  • Page 105: Setting Up Mgi Photosuite Lll Se

    SOFTWARE MANUAL Setting up MGI PhotoSuite lll SE This software is only compatible with Windows. 1. Click the MGI PhotoSuite lll SE menu on the autorun frame. 2. The [Choose Setup Language] window will open. Select language. 3. A [Welcome] window will be displayed. Click [Next>] to move to the next step.
  • Page 106 SOFTWARE MANUAL 4. 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 install program will be canceled. 5.
  • Page 107 SOFTWARE MANUAL 7. The MGI Registration window will be displayed. Click the [Continue] button. 8. The [Online Registration Utility] window will be displayed. Fill in the blanks and click the [Register] button. 9. Installation is complete. Click the [Finish] button. A [Read me] file will open.

  • Page 108: Mgi Photosuite Iii Se

    SOFTWARE MANUAL MGI PhotoSuite III SE This software is only compatible with Windows. To open MGI PhotoSuite lll SE, click the [Start Programs MGI PhotoSuite lll SE PhotoSuite lll SE] and MGI PhotoSuite lll SE will then open.
  • Page 109 SOFTWARE MANUAL 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. Share Save your results to show to others.
  • Page 110 SOFTWARE MANUAL Introduction 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. Organize Organize your photos and other media files into albums.

  • Page 111: Get

    SOFTWARE MANUAL To obtain images from the computer 1. 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. 2.
  • Page 112 SOFTWARE MANUAL When you obtain images from the digital camera. Before transferring an image file, check the USB connection. 1. 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 113 4. The Welcome screen will change to the next work step, with the selected image displayed. Note 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 114 SOFTWARE MANUAL Acquiring images from an Album. 1. To acquire images, click 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. 2.

  • Page 115: Prepare

    SOFTWARE MANUAL PREPARE When the image is loaded, the step changes to Prepare automatically. Menu of [PREPARE] steps Rotate & Crop You can rotate, flip or crop images along with a host of others. Touchup Remove Red eye, Remove Scratches etc.. are available in this menu. Special Effects A number of special effects can be applied.

  • Page 116: Compose

    SOFTWARE MANUAL 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. Photo Layouts : The Photo Layouts activity includes many collage and layout options.

  • Page 117: Organize

    SOFTWARE MANUAL ORGANIZE Organize your photos and other media files into albums. Menu of [ORGANIZE] steps Choose a photo album to view or edit] Select Album : To create an Album, click [Organize] in the welcome screen or navigation bar. Album..
  • Page 118 SOFTWARE MANUAL Creating an Album 1. To create an Album, click the large Organize button on the Welcome screen, or the Organize button on the Navigation bar. 2. Click [Album..] in [ Choose a photo album to view or edit.] 3.
  • Page 119 Add images to the album 1. Select [ Choose an action to manage your album. Add..] to add images to the album. 2. Click [Computer] in Add Photos menu. NOTICE [Digital Camera(Direct)], [Scanner(TWAIN)], [Digital Camera(TWAIN)] sources can't be used. [Click!] [Click!]...
  • Page 120 SOFTWARE MANUAL 3. [Add photo to Album] window will open. Select images that you want to add. Click [Add] button. [Click!] 4. Adding images is complete.

  • Page 121: Share

    SOFTWARE MANUAL SHARE 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. Slide Show Viewing images as a slide show.

  • Page 122: Print

    SOFTWARE MANUAL PRINT You can print images. Menu for the [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 123: 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] USB Driver is not installed correctly.
  • Page 124 About USB [Case 6] How do I know my computer supports a USB Interface? Check the USB port in your computer or keyboard. Check OS version. USB Interface is available in Windows 98, 98SE, 2000, ME .XP. Check [Universal serial bus controller] in Device Manager. Do the following to check [Universal serial bus controller].
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