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Summary of Contents for Samsung NV7 OPS
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Page 1: User Manual
User 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. ENGLISH... - Page 2 Please check that the camera is operating properly before 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 3 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. 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.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Caution CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in a minor or moderate injury. Leaking, overheating, or damaged battery could result in fire or injury. Use battery with the correct specification for the camera. Do not short circuit, heat or dispose of battery in fire. Do not insert the battery with the polarities reversed. - Page 5 Contents Shutter button Photo Gallery mode ZOOM W / T button OPS(Optical Picture Stabilisation : Using the LCD monitor to set the Optical Picture Stabilisation) camera Color tone PLAY Brightness Selecting focus type Starting play mode Flash Playing back a still image Size Playing back a movie clip Continuous shot...
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Page 6: System Chart
System chart Please check that you have the correct contents before using this product. The contents can vary depending on the sales region. To buy the optional equipment, contact your nearest Samsung dealer or Samsung service centre. User manual, Camera case... -
Page 7: Identification Of Features
Identification of features Front & Top Mode dial Self-timer lamp Remote control sensor Instructions for the Built-in flash - The flash opens automatically when you press the shutter button down half way. - Do not open the flash by force. It may break the camera. -
Page 8: Back & Bottom
Identification of features Back & Bottom Camera status lamp LCD monitor Tripod socket Smart button Smart button Zoom W button (Thumbnail) Zoom T button (Digital zoom) Eyelet for camera strap BACK button / OPS button Play mode button USB / AV connection terminal Cradle connector... -
Page 9: Bottom
Identification of features Bottom Battery chamber cover Battery chamber Memory card slot To open the battery chamber cover, slide it in the direction shown above. Cradle (Optional) You can recharge your rechargeable battery, transfer a captured image to print, and download images with the cradle. (Refer to p.12, p.52, p.72) Battery holder Battery cover lever Back... -
Page 10: Self-Timer Lamp
Identification of features Self-timer lamp Icon Status Description - For the first 7 seconds, the lamp blinks at 1 second intervals. Blinking - For the final 3 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at 0.25- second intervals. For 2 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at 0.25-second Blinking intervals before taking a picture A picture will be taken after about 10 seconds and 2 seconds... -
Page 11: Mode Icon
Identification of features SPECIAL EFFECT mode It is possible to add special effects to your images by using this mode. SCENE mode Use the menu to easily configure optimal settings for a variety of shooting situations. MOVIE CLIP mode A movie clip can be recorded for as long as the available recording time of the memory capacity allows. - Page 12 Using the camera for 5 minutes and then Powering it off for 1 minute. The specified shooting capacity can be affected by using the OPS function. These figures are measured under Samsung’s standard conditions and shooting conditions and may vary depending on the user's methods. INFORMATION Important information about battery usage.
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Page 13: How To Charge The Rechargeable
a C onnecting to a Power Source You can charge the rechargeable battery (SLB-0837) by using the cradle. When you charge the battery with the cradle, you only can use Lithium Ion battery pack (SLB-0837). How to charge the rechargeable battery (SLB-0837) Charging with the cradle Charging with the camera Charging LED... -
Page 14: Inserting The Memory Card
Repeated use of the memory card will eventually reduce its 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 15: Instructions On Using The Memory Card
- If the power is switched off or the memory 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 16: Time : Attaching The Lens Cap
When Using the Camera for the First Time : Attaching the lens cap When you don t use the camera, attach the lens cap. You can attach the lens cap as shown below. -
Page 17: Time : Smart Button
When Using the Camera for the First Time : Smart button This button is used for shifting the menu cursor to select or for confirming the selected menu. : AM 2 6. 7. 1 00:00 AM 2006.07.01 1/125 F2.8 SIZE [Selecting the main menu : Touching the button] 00:00 AM 2006.07.01... -
Page 18: Setting Up The Date / Time And Language
When Using the Camera for the First Time : Setting up the Date / Time and Language When the camera is turned on for the first time, a menu will be displayed in the LCD monitor to set date, time and language. This menu will not be displayed again after setting up the date, time and language. -
Page 19: Lcd Monitor Indicator
LCD monitor indicator The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting functions and selections. 00:00 AM 2006.07.01 [Image & Full Status] Description A S M Recording mode Date / Time 01:00 AM 2006/07/01 Number of available shots remaining Remaining time (Movie clip/ Voice recording) 00:01:00/01:00:00 Optical / Digital Zoom bar / Image quality / Frame rate... -
Page 20: Starting The Recording Mode
Starting the recording mode How to use the AUTO mode ( Please select this mode for quick and easy picture taking with minimal user interaction. 1. Insert the battery (p.13) taking note of the correct polarity (+ / -). 2. Insert the memory card (p.13). As this camera has a 19MB internal memory, it is not essential to insert the memory card. -
Page 21: How To Use The Aperture
Starting the recording mode How to use the APERTURE PRIORITY mode ( This mode will set the aperture value for automatic exposure depends on the brightness of the object by automatic shutter speed setting in the camera. 1. Select the ASM mode by rotating the mode dial. 2. -
Page 22: How To Use The Asr
Starting the recording mode How to use the ASR (Advanced Shake Reduction) mode ( This mode will reduce the effect of camera shake and help you get a well-exposed image in dim conditions. Things to watch out for using the ASR mode 1. -
Page 23: How To Use The Movie Clip Mode
Starting the recording mode How to use the MOVIE CLIP mode ( A movie clip can be recorded for as long as the available recording time of the memory capacity allows. 1. Select the MOVIE CLIP mode by rotating the mode dial. -
Page 24: Using The Camera Buttons To Set The Camera
Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures The available recording time may vary depending on shooting conditions and camera settings. When either the Flash Off or Slow synchro mode is selected in a low lighting condition, the camera shake warning indicator ( monitor. -
Page 25: Zoom W / T Button
ZOOM W / T button If the menu is not displayed, this button works as the OPTICAL ZOOM or DIGITAL ZOOM button. This camera has a 7X optical zoom and a 5X digital zoom function. Using both will offer a total zoom ratio of 35X. TELE Zoom Optical zoom TELE : Pressing the ZOOM T button will zoom into the subject i.e. -
Page 26: Camera
ZOOM W / T button INFORMATION Images taken using the digital zoom may take a little longer for the camera to process. Allow time for this to take place. You may notice a decrease in image quality when using the digital zoom. To view a clearer digital zoom image, press the shutter button halfway at the maximum optical zoom position and press the zoom T button again. -
Page 27: Color Tone
Using the LCD monitor to set the camera MENU SLOW SYNC FLASH FILL IN RED EYE AUTO MULTI METERING SPOT CENTER SHARPNESS PHOTO FRAME M.GIF COMPOSITE NORMAL B&W SEPIA EFFECT NEGATIVE CUSTOM Menus are subject to change without prior notice. The selectable menus may vary in each scene modes. -
Page 28: Brightness
Brightness You can change the brightness of the image. Changing the brightness To select the brightness, touch the button and slide your finger to the left or right. DARK BRIGHT DARK [Dark] Selecting focus type You can select the focus type in accordance with 00:00 AM 2006.07.01 the subject distance. - Page 29 Selecting focus type INFORMATION When the macro mode is selected, it is possible that camera shake will occur. Take care not to shake the camera while taking a picture. When you take a picture within 20cm in the Macro mode, select the FLASH OFF mode.
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Page 30: Flash Size
Flash Flash mode indicator Menu tab Flash mode If the subject or background is dark, the camera Auto flash flash will operate automatically. Auto & If a subject or background is dark, the camera flash Red eye will work automatically and will reduce the red-eye reduction effect by using the red-eye reduction function. -
Page 31: Continuous Shot
Continuous shot You can select the type of shooting and the number of continuous shots. - SINGLE : Take one picture only - CONTINUOUS : Images will be taken continuously until the shutter button is released. The shooting capacity depends on the memory. -
Page 32: Iso
You can select the ISO sensitivity when taking pictures. The speed or specific light-sensitivity of a camera is rated in ISO numbers. - AUTO : The camera's sensitivity is automatically changed by variables such as lighting value or subject brightness. - 100, 200, 400, 800, 1000 : You can increase the shutter speed while the same amount of light is present, by increasing the... -
Page 33: Effect
Effect By using the camera s digital processor, it is possible to add special effects to your images ) : No effect is added to the image ) : Captured images will be stored in black and white. ) : Captured images will be stored in a sepia tone (a range of yellowish brown colours). -
Page 34: Self-Timer / Remote Control
Self-timer / Remote control This function is used when the photographer would also like to be in the picture. - Selecting a self-timer : When you press the Shutter button, the picture will be taken after the specified time has elapsed and the self-timer function will be cancelled. -
Page 35: Voice Recording / Voice Memo
Voice recording / Voice memo A voice can be recorded for as long as the available recording time of the memory capacity allows. And you can add your voice-over to a stored still image. Voice recording 1. Select a recording mode with the exception of the Movie clip mode by rotating the mode dial. -
Page 36: Auto Exposure Lock (Ael)
White balance 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 ( ) menu of the White Balance and place a sheet of white paper in front of the camera so that the LCD... -
Page 37: Exposure Compensation
Exposure compensation This camera automatically adjusts the exposure according to the ambient lighting conditions. You can also select the exposure value by using the + / - button. Compensating Exposure 1. Press the exposure compensation menu button and the exposure compensation menu bar will appear as shown. -
Page 38: Special Effect : Photo Frame
Special Effect : Photo Frame You can add any one of 9 types of frame-like borders to a still image you want to capture. Date & Time information will not be printed on the stored image taken with Photo Frame menu. : The photo frame is not inserted. -
Page 39: Special Effect : Composite Shooting
Special Effect : Composite shooting You can combine 2, 3, or 4 different shots in a still image : Cancels the composite shooting : 2 different shots are combined in a still image. : 3 different shots are combined in a still image. -
Page 40: Shutter Speed
Shutter Speed This mode will set the shutter speed for automatic exposure. High Shutter speeds can capture a moving object in a still image as if the object is not moving. Low Shutter speeds can capture a moving object with an ‘active’... -
Page 41: Photo Gallery Mode
Photo Gallery mode When the images play back, you can add play back effect and listen to a B.G.M. Only still images can be played back. Movie, Voice files are not played back. Selecting a play back mode 1. Select the Photo Gallery mode by rotating the mode dial. - Page 42 Photo Gallery mode Adding images in an album Press the Album menu button and the menus shown below will display. - Moving cursor / Selecting an image : Smart button (Horizontal) - Selecting images : Pressing the smart button Images you want can be selected one at a time. - Selecting / Cancellingl an album : Each album button : Adding images in the Personal album.
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Page 43: Optical Picture Stabilisation)
Photo Gallery mode Rotating an image You can rotate an image to a direction you want. Press the horizontal smart button. Touch the smart button and the selected image is rotated. Press the smart button and the rotated image information will be saved. : rotates the image clockwise. -
Page 44: 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. You can set up the PLAY mode function by using the camera buttons and LCD monitor. -
Page 45: On Camera Movie Trimming
Starting play mode On camera movie trimming : You can extract desired frames of movie clip during the movie clip play back. 1. Press the extract menu button at the point of the movie clip that you want to start extracting. 2. -
Page 46: Lcd Monitor Indicator
LCD monitor indicator The LCD monitor displays shooting information about the displayed image. ISO:100 Av:F4.1 Tv:1/10 FLASH:OFF 3072X2304 2006.07.01 Description Battery Recording Information Slide Bar Fn menu : Press the smart button Setup menu DPOF menu Delete menu Protect menu Slide show menu Play back mode icon Folder name and Stored... -
Page 47: Thumbnail / Enlargement Button
Thumbnail ( ) / Enlargement ( You can view multiple pictures, enlarge a selected picture, and crop and save a selected area of an image. Thumbnail display 1. While an image is displayed on full screen, press the thumbnail button. 2. -
Page 48: 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. To start the slide show, press the Start menu button. Movie file, Voice file and GIF file won't be displayed. 100-0001 ISO:100 Av:F4.1... -
Page 49: Protecting Images
Protecting images This is used to protect (Lock) specific shots from being accidentally erased. It also unprotects (Unlocks) images that have been previously protected. ONE : Protect / release displayed image. ALL : Protect / release all saved images - If you protect an image, the protect icon will be displayed on the LCD monitor. -
Page 50: Dpof : Standard
DPOF : STANDARD This function allows you to embed print quantity information on a stored image. 1. Select the [IMAGES] menu by pressing the smart button. 2. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the smart button. [ONE PIC] : Select a number of prints of displayed image. -
Page 51: 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 smart button (horizontal). 2. Press the [ROTATE] menu button. 3. -
Page 52: Trimming
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. 2. Press the smart button (horizontal). 3. Press the [TRIM] menu button. 4. -
Page 53: 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. Setting up the camera for connection to a printer 1. - Page 54 PictBridge Custom Set : You can select the Paper Size, Print Format, Paper Type, Print Quality, Date Print, and File Name Print menus for printed pictures. 100-0001 Icon Description Selecting images for printing Setting the size of the printing paper Setting the number of pictures to be printed on a sheet of paper Setting the quality of the...
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Page 55: Printer Button
PictBridge Reset : Initialises user-changed configurations. 1. In custom printing mode, press the Reset menu button. 2. All settings will be reset. Printer button If you select [Computer] sub menu in the [USB] setup menu, [Connecting Computer] message will display when you connect the camera to your printer and the connection will not be established. - Page 56 Setup menu Menu tab Main menu Sub menu Start Image User image Sound Volume Medium Beep Sound Sound2 Start Sound Sound2 Shutter Sound Sound2 Format Copy to Card Video Out NTSC Computer Reset Menus are subject to change without prior notice. How to select the setup menu Secondary menu Page...
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Page 57: Osd Set
Setup menu [OSD set] You can check shooting (Recording mode) and displayed image (Play back mode) information. OSD Set Full OSD Set Basic File Hide Language LCD Save Date&Time Exit:BACK [Recording mode menu] [Full] : When the smart button is touched, the icons will be enlarged and OSD will be displayed. -
Page 58: Language
Setup menu [ Language ] There is a choice of languages that can be displayed on the LCD monitor. Even if the battery and AC charger are removed and inserted again, the language setting will be preserved. LANGUAGE sub menu : English, Korean, French, German, Spanish, Italian, S.Chinese, T.Chinese, Japanese, Russian, Portuguese, Dutch, Danish, Swedish, Finnish, Thai,... -
Page 59: Auto Focus Lamp
Setup menu [ Auto Focus lamp ] You can turn the Auto Focus lamp on and off. Sub menus [Off] : The AF lamp will not light up in a low light condition. [On] : The AF lamp will light up in a low light condition. -
Page 60: Sound Volume
Setup menu [ Sound Volume ] You can select the sound volume levels of start sound, operation sound and shutter sound. [Sound Volume] sub menus : [Off], [Low], [Medium], [High] [ Operation Sound ] If you set sound to ON, various sounds will be activated for camera startup, when buttons are pressed, so that you can be aware of the camera operation status. -
Page 61: Copy To Card
Setup menu [ Copy To Card ] This enables you to copy image files, movie clips and voice recording files to the memory card. [No] : Cancels "Copy to Card". [Yes] : All images, movie clips and voice recording files saved in the internal memory are copied to the memory card after the [Processing!] message is displayed. -
Page 62: Connecting An External Device
Setup menu - NTSC : U.S.A, Canada, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Mexico. - PAL : Australia, Austria, Belgium, China, Denmark, Finland, Germany, U.K., Holland, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Norway. - When using a TV as an external monitor, you will need to select the external or AV channel of the TV. -
Page 63: Important Notes
- Avoid getting 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 battery and the memory card if you do not intend using the camera for an extended period of time. -
Page 64: Warning Indicator
- Take a picture to check that the camera is working correctly and ensure you have a fully charged spare battery. - Samsung cannot be held responsible for camera malfunctions. Warning indicator There are several warnings that may appear on the LCD display... -
Page 65: Before Contacting A Service Centre
Warning indicator Low Battery! There is low battery capacity Insert a fully charged battery Low Light! When taking pictures in dark places Take pictures in Flash Photography mode. DCF Full Error Violation of DCF format Copy the images to a PC and format the memory. Before contacting a service centre Please check the following The camera doesn’t switch on... - Page 66 Before contacting a service centre The images are unclear A picture was taken the subject without setting an appropriate macro mode Select an appropriate macro mode to take a clear image. Taking a picture beyond the flash range Take a picture within the flash range The lens is smudged or dirty Clean the lens The flash does not fire...
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Page 67: Specifications
Specifications Image Sensor - Type : 1/2.5 CCD - Effective Pixel : Approx. 7.2 Mega-pixel - Total Pixel : Approx. 7.4 Mega-pixel Lens - Focal Length : Schneider Lens f = 6.3 ~ 44.7mm (35mm film equivalent : 38~270mm) - F No. : F2.8 ~ F4.0 - Digital Zoom : ·... -
Page 68: Software
- Capacity (256MB MMC) Super Fine Fine Normal * These figures are measured under Samsung’s standard conditions and may vary depending on shooting conditions and camera settings. Image Play - Type : Single image, Thumbnails, Slide show with BGM & Effect, Movie Clip,... -
Page 69: Software Notes
Using a Hand-made (self assembled) PC or a PC and OS that has not been guaranteed by the manufacturer is not covered by the Samsung warranty. Before using this manual, you should have a basic knowledge of computers and O/S (Operating Systems). -
Page 70: Setting Up The Application Software
You should allow 5 - 10 seconds for running the automatic setup program according to the capability of your computer. If the frame does not show, run the [Windows Explorer] and select [Samsung.exe] in the CD-ROM Drive. PDF documents of user manual are included in the Software CD-ROM supplied with this camera. - Page 71 Setting up the application software 3. To play back a movie clip recorded with this camera on the computer, install 4. Install the Digimax Master in the order shown. the XviD codec. The XviD codec is distributed according to and under the terms and conditions of the GNU General Public License and anyone can copy, modifiy and distribute this codec freely, but WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY, IMPLIED OR EXPRESSED, OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR...
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Page 72: Starting Pc Mode
Setting up the application software 5. After restarting the computer, connect the PC to the camera with the USB cable. 6. Turn on the camera power. The [Found New Hardware Wizard] will open and the computer will recognise the camera. If your OS is Windows XP, an image viewer program will open. - Page 73 Starting PC mode Connecting the camera to a PC [Using the USB cable with Cradle (optional)] [Using the USB cable with Camera] If you selected [Printer] in Step 4, when you connect the camera to your printer, the [Connecting Printer] message will display and the connection will not be established.
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Page 74: Removing The Removable Disk
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 Master], you can see the stored images in the memory directly on the PC monitor and you can copy or move the image files. -
Page 75: Setting Up The Usb Driver For Mac
2. Check whether the Removable Disk is on the [My Computer]. 3. Remove the [Samsung Digital Camera] on the Device manager. 4. Disconnect the USB cable. 5. Remove the [Samsung USB Driver] on the Add / Remove Programs Properties. 6. Uninstallation is complete. -
Page 76: Digimax Master
4. Select a destination and make a folder to save downloaded images and folders. - Folder names can be made in order of date and images will be downloaded. Samsung Digimax Master - Folder name will be made as you want and images will be downloaded. - Page 77 Digimax Master Image viewer : You can view the stored images. - Image viewer functions are listed below. Menu bar : You can select menus. File, Edit, View, Tools, Change functions, Auto download, help, etc. Image selection window : You can select the desired images in this window. Media type selection menu : You can select image viewer, image edit and movie edit functions in this menu.
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Page 78: Faq
Digimax Master Movie edit : You can get the still image, movie clip, narration, music files together in a movie clip. - Movie clip edit functions are listed below. Edit menu : You can select the following menus. [Add Media] : You can add other media elements to a movie. [Edit Clip] : You can change the brightness, contrast, colour and saturation. - Page 79 Case 6 When I open the Device Manager (by clicking Start Control Panel (Performance and Maintenance) (Hardware) Device Manager), there are Unknown Devices or Other Devices entries with a yellow question mark (?) beside them or devices with an exclamation mark (!) beside them. Right-click on the entry with the question (?) or exclamation (!) mark and select "Remove".
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Page 80: Correct Disposal Of This Product
This product should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal. Samsung Techwin cares for the environment at all product manufacturing stages to preserve the environment, and is taking a number of steps to provide customers with more environment-friendly products. - Page 81 Declaration of Conformity Trade Name : SAMSUNG TECHWIN Model No. : Samsung NV7 Responsible Party : Samsung Opto-Electronics America, INC. Address : 40 Seaview Dr. Secaucus,NJ 07094 Telephone No. : 201-902-0347 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to...
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