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User's Manual
Thank you for buying a Samsung Camera. This manual will guide you through using the camera,
including capturing images, downloading images and using the application software.
Please read this manual carefully before using your new camera.

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  • Page 1 ENGLISH User's Manual Thank you for buying a Samsung Camera. This manual will guide you through using the camera, including capturing images, downloading images and using the application software. Please read this manual carefully before using your new camera.
  • Page 2 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] To play back a video shot with this camera, be sure to use the QuickTime player supplied on the software CD-ROM.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents READY Getting to know your camera About the icons Danger Warning Caution An FCC warning This digital camera can be used for Manufacturer's contents Identification of features Front & Top Back & Bottom Side/ 5-function button Mode switch Lamp Connecting to a Power Source Using the AC power adapter (3.3V 2.0A)
  • Page 4 Contents Delete button Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor Deleting all images Protecting images Starting the slide show Resize Rotating an image DPOF: PRINT ORDER DPOF: STANDARD DPOF: INDEX DPOF: PRINT SIZE DPOF: CANCEL PictBridge PictBridge: Picture Selection PictBridge: Print Setting PictBridge: Picture Printing PictBridge: DPOF AUTO PRINT...

  • 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 Center. 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 compliance...

  • Page 8: This Digital Camera Can Be Used For

    This digital camera can be used for Printing images using a dedicated printer, DPOF and PictBridge compatible printer or a DPOF-equipped photo lab. (refer to page 55~62) Down loading image files from camera to computer. (refer to page 110) Viewing images on a TV.
  • Page 9 This digital camera can be used for Creation of a digital photo album. Recording your voice. (refer to page 22) You can even create your own unique gift wrap paper by using your digital images. Taking a self-portrait and using the image to personalize calendar.

  • Page 10: Manufacturer's Contents

    Manufacturer's contents Please check that you have the correct contents before using this product. marked contents are optional. Digital Camera Pouch User manual Product warranty Duracell CP-1 battery Digimax Battery Pack : SLB-1037A KIT Battery charger AV cable Software CD Memory Stick Duo/ AC adapter (3.3V)

  • Page 11: Identification Of Features

    Identification of features Front & Top Mode switch Shutter button Flash Function lamp Back & Bottom Viewfinder PLAY mode button monitor * When using the digital zoom to take a picture, the composition of the picture may be different depending on whether you are using the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. The picture will be taken in the composition of the picture as it appears on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 12: Side/ 5-Function Button

    Battery holder Mode switch You can select the desired working mode by using the mode switch located on the top of the camera. This digital camera has 3 recording modes. These are listed below. Movie clip mode Voice recording mode...

  • Page 13: Lamp

    There are two ways in which to provide the camera with power. You can use batteries or alternatively, you can use an AC(100 ~ 250V) Adapter (DC 3.3V 2.0A). We recommend using batteries for a digital camera. (use batteries that are within a year of their date of manufacture) The batteries are listed below.

  • Page 14: Using The Ac Power Adapter (3.3V 2.0A)

    Connecting to a Power Source INFORMATION Important information about battery usage A non-rechargeable (disposable) battery can be used, but has a short lifespan because of its relatively low battery capacity. We recommend the rechargeable battery, which has a bigger capacity and longer lifespan than the non-rechargeable type. (Rechargeable batteries may not be available everywhere).

  • Page 15: Using The Batteries

    Connecting to a Power Source : If the camera does not turn on after you have inserted batteries, please Using the batteries 1. Open the battery chamber cover by pushing in the direction of the arrow. Removing the battery There are 3 indicators for battery condition that are displayed on the LCD monitor. Battery indicator The batteries are fully Battery status...

  • Page 16: Precautions On Using The Memory Stick Duo

    Precautions on Using the Memory Stick Duo Some models of Memory Stick Duo media do not have the write-protect switch (B). Card pins(A) Write protect switch(B) Label(C) Back [ Memory Stick Duo ] Do not insert the Memory Stick Duo on its own into a Memory Stick-compatible device. Do not insert the Memory Stick Duo adapter into a Memory Stick-compatible device without attaching the Memory Card Duo to the adapter.

  • Page 17: Preserving The Memory Card Data

    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. Do not bend, drop or subject the memory card to any heavy impact.

  • Page 18: Inserting The Memory Card

    Inserting the memory card 1. Turn off the camera’s power and pull the memory card 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 19: 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 20: Lcd Monitor Indicator

    LCD monitor indicator The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting functions and selections. Description Battery Recording mode Camera shake warning Flash Self-timer Voice memo Macro Metering Auto focus frame Time Date Exposure compensation White Balance [ Image & Full Status ] Icons 01:00 PM 2004/07/01...

  • Page 21: Starting The Recording Mode

    LCD monitor indicator Sharpness Image quality Image size Number of available shots remaining Remaining time( Movie clip/ Voice recording) Digital Zoom rate Optical zoom Starting the recording mode Recording a Movie clip 1. Insert the batteries (p.15). Insert the batteries taking note of the polarity (+ / -). 2.

  • Page 22: Starting Recording Mode

    Starting recording mode Recording Voice Steps from 1-4 are the same as those for recording a movie clip. 5. Select the VOICE RECORDING( the mode switch. 6. Press the shutter button to record a voice. - Press the shutter button once and voice is recorded for as long as the available recording time(Max : 1 hour) allows.

  • Page 23: Things To Watch Out For When Taking Pictures

    Things to watch out for when taking pictures INFORMATION If the camera is in focus, when you press the SHUTTER button halfway, the camera status lamp (green) will light up and the LCD monitor's autofocus mark will turn green. If the camera is out of focus, when you press the SHUTTER button halfway, the camera status lamp (green) will blink and the LCD monitor's autofocus mark will turn red.

  • Page 24: Using The Camera Buttons To Adjust The Camera

    Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera The RECORDING(STILL IMAGE, VOICE RECORDING, MOVIE CLIP) 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 25 WIDE / TELE button TELE Zoom Optical zoom TELE : Pressing the zoom button T. This will zoom into the subject i.e. the subject will appear nearer. Digital zoom TELE : When the maximum (3X) optical zoom is selected, pressing the zoom button T activates the digital zoom software.

  • Page 26: Voice Memo/Up Button

    WIDE / TELE 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 27: Macro/Down Button (Focusing)

    Voice memo( 3. Press the shutter button and take a picture. The picture is stored on the memory card. 4. Voice memo will be recorded for ten seconds from the moment the picture is stored. In the middle of the sound recording, pressing the shutter button will stop the voice memo. INFORMATION A distance of 40cm between you and the camera (microphone) is the best distance to record sound.

  • Page 28: Focus Lock

    Focus lock To focus on the subject positioned outside of the center, use the focus lock function. Using the Focus Lock 1. Ensure the subject in the center of the autofocus frame. 2. Press the SHUTTER button halfway. The camera status lamp (green) will light up, indicating that the camera is in focus.

  • Page 29: Flash

    FLASH( ) / LEFT button Flash mode indicator ICON Flash mode If the subject or background is dark, the camera flash will operate Auto flash automatically. If a subject or background is dark, the camera flash will work Red eye automatically and will reduce the red-eye effect by using the red- reduction eye reduction function.

  • Page 30: Self-Timer/Right Button

    Self-timer( When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the Right button makes the cursor shift to the sub tab. When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, the RIGHT button operates as the Self- timer( ) button.

  • Page 31: Menu/Ok Button

    MENU/ OK button If the menu is displayed, use the 5-Function buttons ( / / / ) to change the data values and for your changes to be accepted. If the menu is not displayed, press the MENU/OK button to display a menu for the current camera mode on the LCD monitor.
  • Page 32 +/- button 2. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to set the desired exposure compensation factor ( Ev). 3. Press the +/- button again. The value you set will be saved and the Exposure Compensation setup mode will close. If you change the exposure value, the exposure indicator ( ) will be displayed on the bottom of the LCD monitor.
  • Page 33 +/- 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 ( 2.
  • Page 34 +/- button Userset mode : This camera automatically adjusts the shutter speed and aperture values to the shooting environment. However, in Night Shot mode, you can set the shutter speed and aperture values to your preference. Select Night Shot mode, and then press the +/- button. The zoom function does not work while setting up the aperture value and shutter speed.

  • Page 35: Lcd Button

    +/- button Aperture values that can be selected for each zoom position are as follows: Zoom Position Focusing range(mm) Large Aperture Value Small Large (Press the UP button.) Aperture Value Small (Press the DOWN button.) LCD button You can check the recording status in the LCD monitor. Pressing the LCD button in the RECORDING (STILL IMAGE, MOVIE CLIP) mode will change the display as shown below.

  • Page 36: Using The Lcd Monitor To Adjust The Camera Settings

    Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settings You can use the menu on the LCD monitor to set up recording functions. In the STILL IMAGE/ MOVIE CLIP mode, pressing the MENU button displays the menu on the LCD monitor. INFORMATION The menu will not be displayed on the LCD monitor in the following circumstances: - When another button is being operated.

  • Page 37: How To Use The Menu

    Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settings Menu tab Main menu EFFECT SHARP 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.

  • Page 38: Mode

    Mode You can select the desired Still Image mode. This is available in Auto, Manual, and Night modes. AUTO : Use this for shooting basic still images. MANUAL : Use this to store your custom settings for the camera. Any changes made to settings other than Self-Timer and Voice Recording will be saved.

  • Page 39: Quality

    FINE NORMAL [ STILL IMAGE mode ] Image Size and Quality for the Number of Images that can be saved in a Memory Card/Shooting Time(When using a 32MB Memory Stick Duo; based on Samsung's own testing) Mode Quality/Size 2272 S.FINE...

  • Page 40: Metering

    Metering If you cannot obtain suitable exposure conditions, you can change the metering method to take brighter pictures. This can be set in Auto and Manual modes. MULTI( : Exposure will be calculated based on an average of the available light in the image area.

  • Page 41: Sharpness

    Effect Setting RGB Values 1. Use the DOWN button to select [RGB] among the Effect submenus, and then press the OK button. A screen that looks like the one shown on the right will appear. 2. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the [OFF] or [ON] auxiliary menu, and then press the OK button.

  • Page 42: 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 button once to switch to Play mode and press it again to switch to Recording mode.

  • Page 43: Playing Back A Movie Clip

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

  • Page 44: Lcd Monitor Indicator

    LCD monitor indicator The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting conditions. Description Battery Play mode File Type Voice memo Protect indicator DPOF indicator Stored image number If you press the LCD button, you can check the following recording information: SIZE : 2272X1704 AV : F2.8 TV : 1/60...

  • Page 45: 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 46: Voice Memo/Up Button

    Thumbnail( The maximum enlargement rate in proportion to the image size. Image size Maximum enlargement rate Trimming : You can extract part of the image that you want and save it separately. 1. Select an image that you want to enlarge and press the enlargement button.

  • Page 47: Play & Pause/Down Button

    Voice( ) memo / Up button 3. Press the shutter button to start recording. The [REC] message will be displayed on the LCD monitor (as shown) and voice will be recorded to the still image for 10 seconds. 4. The recording can be stopped by pressing the shutter button again.

  • Page 48: 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 auxiliary menu.

  • Page 49: Delete Button

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

  • Page 50: Setting Up The Play Back Function Using The 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 51 Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor Menu tab Main menu IMAGES SETUP RESET Menus are subject to change without prior notice. Sub menu ONE PIC ALL PICS DEFAULT SIZE LAYOUT PAPER QUALITY DATE FILENAME PRINT DPOF AUTO Secondary menu Page p.

  • Page 52: Deleting All Images

    Deleting all images Of all the files stored in the memory card, the unprotected files in the DCIM subfolder will be deleted. (The files that were stored in the AVATAR folder will not be deleted.) Deleting all images 1. Press the play mode button and press the menu button. 2.

  • Page 53: Starting The Slide Show

    Protecting images 4. Select the desired secondary menu by pressing the UP/DOWN button and press the OK button. [UNLOCK] : Cancels the protect function. [LOCK] : Sets up the protect function. - If you select the[ONE PIC] sub menu at step 3, you can protect or unprotect another image by pressing the LEFT/ RIGHT button.

  • Page 54: Resize

    Resize A stored image size can be changed and used as a start-up image. The resized image will have a new file name. 1. Press the play mode button and press the menu button. 2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [RESIZE] menu tab.

  • Page 55: Rotating An Image

    Rotating an image You can rotate the stored images by 90, 180, or 270 degrees. 1. Press the play mode button and press the menu button. 2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [ROTATE] menu tab. 3. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP/ DOWN button.

  • Page 56: Dpof: Standard

    DPOF : STANDARD This function allows you to embed print quantity information on a stored image. 1. Press the play mode button and press the menu button. 2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [DPOF] menu tab. 3. Select the [STANDARD] menu by pressing the UP/ DOWN button and press the RIGHT button.

  • Page 57: Dpof: Print Size

    DPOF : PRINT SIZE You can specify the print size when printing images stored on the memory card. The print size you set will be applied to all pictures stored on the memory card. Setting the Print Size 1. Press the play mode button and press the menu button. 2.

  • Page 58: Pictbridge

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

  • Page 59: Pictbridge: Picture Selection

    PictBridge: Picture Selection You can select the scope of the PictBridge function. 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.58) 2. The [PICTBRIDGE] menu will appear. 3.

  • Page 60: Pictbridge: Print Setting

    PictBridge: Print Setting You can select the Paper Size, Print Format, Paper Type, Print Quality, Date Print, and File Name Print menus for printed 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.58) 2.

  • Page 61: Pictbridge: Picture Printing

    PictBridge: Picture 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.58) 2. The [PICTBRIDGE] menu will appear. 3. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the [PRINT] menu, and then press the OK button.

  • Page 62: Pictbridge: Dpof Auto Print

    PictBridge : DPOF AUTO PRINT This allows you to directly print the files with DPOF information. For instructions on how to set up DPOF, refer to pages 55 to 57. 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.58) 2.

  • Page 63: 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 changed setup mode values will be maintained even if you turn the camera off and then back on. The items indicated by Menu tab Main menu...

  • Page 64: File Name

    Setup menu Menu tab Main menu SOUND VIDEO Q.VIEW RESET File name This function allows the user to select the file naming format. Assigning File Names 1. In any mode other than Voice Recording mode, press the MENU button. 2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [SETUP] menu tab.

  • Page 65: Auto Power Off

    File name INFORMATION The first stored folder name is 100SSCAM, and the first file name is SUC40001. Whenever you store an image, the file number is increased by 1. The file numbers are named from SUC40001 to SUC49999 automatically; 9999 files will be stored in a folder. The folder number is assigned sequentially from 100 to 999 as follows: 100SSCAM 101SSCAM 999SSCAM.

  • Page 66: 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 other than Voice Recording mode, press the MENU button.

  • Page 67: 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 type 1. In any mode other than Voice Recording mode, press the MENU button.

  • Page 68: Function Lamp

    Imprinting the recording date INFORMATION The Date & Time are imprinted at the bottom right side of the still image. The date will be imprinted as a DATE TYPE setting. TIME is imprinted in the following way: [Hour : Minute : Second] and hours are shown using the 24 hour clock.

  • Page 69: 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 70: Selecting Video Out Type

    Selecting Video out type The Movie 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 71: Quick View

    Quick view If you enable Quick View before capturing an image, you can view the image you just captured on the LCD monitor for the duration set in the [Q.VIEW] setup. Quick view is possible only with still images. Setting Quick View 1.

  • Page 72: Connecting An External Device(Usb)

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

  • Page 73: Setting Up The Mycam Menu

    Setting up the MYCAM menu You can set up a start up image, start up sound, shutter sound and AVATAR. Every camera working mode (with the exception of Voice recording mode) has the MyCAM menu. Menu tab Main menu AVATAR S.IMAGE S.SOUND SH.SOUND...
  • Page 74 Avatar Storing Avatars for the Startup Image and Selecting One as the Startup Image 1. In a mode other than Voice Recording mode, press the MENU button. 2. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to select the [MYCAM] menu tab. 3.

  • Page 75: Start Up Image

    Avatar Playing Back an Avatar 1. Press the PLAY ( ) button to select Play mode. 2. The last image taken will be displayed on the LCD monitor. 3. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to select an avatar file for playback.

  • Page 76: Start Up Sound

    Start up image INFORMATION Only an image that is saved as a S.IMAGE in the [RESIZE] sub menu can be used as the start up image. The S.IMAGE will not be deleted by the [DEL.ALL] or [FORMAT] menu. Start up sound You can select the sound that is activated whenever the camera is turned on.

  • Page 77: List Of Camera Functions

    List of camera functions : Default : There is no related menu. : Altered settings and values are maintained even after the camera is turned off. (KEEP) : A default value is restored when the camera is turned off. (RETURN) : A default value is restored after the function has been executed.
  • Page 78 List of camera functions Camera working mode Function Auto Daylight Cloudy White Fluorescent balance Tungsten User set NORMAL B & W SUNSET EFFECT SEPIA SOFT NORMAL Sharpness VIVID Auto Red eye (with Auto) Fill-in Flash Slow sync. (with Red eye) +0.5 ~+2.0EV (1/2 steps) Exposure...
  • Page 79 List of camera functions Camera working mode Function Self-timer 2sec 10sec Voice Do not record recording Record Voice Do not record memo Record 80 cm ~ infinity Auto focus 5 ~ 80cm 1~10SEC Slide show (1sec step) REPEAT UNLOCK PROTECT LOCK 0 PRINTS 1~30 PRINTS...
  • Page 80 List of camera functions Camera working mode Function ONE PIC IMAGES ALL PICS DEFAULT CUSTOM POSTCARD 8X10 FULL INDEX PLAIN PAPER PHOTO FAST PHOTO DRAFT NORMAL QUALI T Y FINE DATE FI L ENAME PRINT DPOF AUTO RESET Movie Recording clip Auto Night Manual...
  • Page 81 List of camera functions Camera working mode Function Trimming 2048X1536 1600X1200 1024X768 RESIZE 640X480 S.IMAGE ROTATE Deletion DEL.ALL RESET FILE SERIES CANCEL 1, 2 MIN PWRSAVE 3 MIN 4~10 MIN LANGUAGE 17 languages FORMAT 2004/01/01 DATE ~ 2050/12/31 12:00 A.M TIME ~11:59 P.M DATE...
  • Page 82 List of camera functions Camera working mode Function Y/M/D Date type M/D/Y D/M/Y SOUND MEDIUM HIGH DARK NORMAL BRIGHT NTSC VIDEO 1 sec. Q.VIEW 2~5 sec. DEL.ANS. COMPUTER PRINTER RESET AVATAR CHANGE IMAGE1 S.IMAGE OFF, IMAGE 2, 3 SOUND 1 S.SOUND OFF, SOUND 2, 3 SOUND 1...

  • Page 83: Important Notes

    - Pay attention not to get fingerprints or foreign substances on the surface of the lens. If the digital camera is not used for a long period, an electric discharge can occur. It is a good idea to remove the batteries and the memory card if you do not intend using the camera for an extended period of time.

  • Page 84: Camera Maintenance

    Important notes Camera Maintenance - Use a soft brush (available from photo stores) to gently clean the lens and LCD assemblies. If this does not work, lens-cleaning paper with lens cleaning fluid can be used. Clean the camera body with a soft cloth. Do not allow this camera to come into contact with solvent materials such as benzol, insecticide, thinners etc.

  • Page 85: Warning Indicator

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

  • Page 86: Before Contacting A Service Center

    Before contacting a service center Please check the following Symptom - There is low battery capacity - An AC Power Adapter is not The camera doesn t connected switch on - Batteries are inserted incorrectly with the reverse polarities. - The batteries are exhausted - The Camera is turned off The camera power automatically.
  • Page 87 Before contacting a service center Symptom - A picture was taken within 0.8 m from the subject without setting an The images are appropriate macro mode. unclear - Taking a picture beyond the flash range - The lens is smudged or dirty. The flash does not - Flash off mode has been fire...
  • Page 88 Before contacting a service center Symptom Colour of image is - White balance setting is different to the original incorrect. scene - Exposure is excessive. Images are too bright - The external monitor has not been connected properly with No image on external the camera.

  • Page 89: Specifications

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

  • Page 90: Software

    1024 : Super fine 56, Fine 82, Normal 121 640 : Super fine 131, Fine 194, Normal 244 * These figures are measured under Samsung’s standard conditions and may vary depending on shooting conditions and camera settings. Single image, Thumbnails, Slide show, Movie Clip Trimming, Rotating, Resizing Digital output connector : USB 1.1...

  • Page 91: Software Notes

    We cannot, however, be held responsible in any way for damage caused by inappropriate use. 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 92: About The Software

    About the software After inserting the CD-ROM 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 93 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. Recommended System Requirements...

  • Page 94: 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 95 Setting up the application software 5. The Software License Agreement window will open, asking you to agree to the licensing. Use the button on the bottom left to select the language of your choice, and then click [Agree] to accept the license agreement. The installation will proceed to the next stage.
  • Page 96 Setting up the application software The QuickTime program folder will appear. Click on the Close button to close the folder. 11. Set the transfer rate for downloading content from the Internet, and then click [Next >]. 13. Specify the file types you want to associate with QuickTime.
  • Page 97 Setting up the application software * The QuickTime Player will launch, the readme file will open, and the Step 15 window will open. Click on the Close 1 and Close 2 buttons to exit the program. 15. A window where you can choose the program you want to install will appear.
  • Page 98 Setting up the application software 18. A destination selection window will open. Click [Next >]. To copy to the files to another folder, click [Browse..] and choose a folder you want. 19. A window will open, asking you to choose a folder to which program icons will be added.
  • Page 99 Setting up the application software 23. The Software License Agreement window will be displayed. If you agree to this, click [Yes], the window will then move to the next step. If you disagree, click [No] and the installation program will be canceled. 24.
  • Page 100 Setting up the application software 27. PhotoImpression Installation is complete. Click the [Finish] button to install VideoImpression 2.0. * The system will not reboot even the [Yes, I want to restart the computer now] option is selected. 28. The VideoImpression 2.0 installation window will be displayed as shown alongside.
  • Page 101 Setting up the application software 32. A window will open, asking you to choose a folder to which program icons will be added. Click [Next >] button. If you want to add the program icons to a different folder, choose another folder, and then click [Next >] button.
  • Page 102 Setting up the application software 37. The frame 36 may be displayed according to the system requirements. Click the [Finish] button to restart the computer. 38. After restarting the computer, connect the PC to the camera with the USB cable. 39.
  • Page 103 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)

  • Page 104: Digistudio Installation Guide

    DigiStudio Installation guide System Requirements for DigiStudio DigiStudio requires the following minimum system configuration for smooth 3D performance. If your system does not meet the requirements, you will receive error messages and the installation will not continue. Recommended System Requirements Pentium III 500Mhz Graphic Card Graphic card with 3D acceleration and at...
  • Page 105 DigiStudio Installation guide Cautions on the Graphic Card (VGA) The DigiStudio software will not install on a PC with a graphic card that does not support 3D acceleration and that has less than 8 MB video RAM. If the graphic card error screen appears while using DigiStudio, please go through the following steps: Step 1 : Go to My Computer...

  • Page 106: Digistudio Installation

    DigiStudio Installation DigiStudio is a 3D avatar creation program. You can store 3D avatar files on the camera and use one of the avatars as the startup image. This software is available in the Windows version only. Be sure to install the camera driver before transferring the avatars to the camera. (See page 94.) For instructions on how to use DigiStudio, please refer to Help.
  • Page 107 DigiStudio Installation 6. The Software License Agreement window will appear, asking you to agree to the licensing. Use the button on the bottom left to select the language of your choice, and then click [Agree] to accept the license agreement. The installation will proceed to the next stage.
  • Page 108 DigiStudio Installation 13. The [Connection Speed] window will open. Click [Next]. To choose another transfer rate, click and select the desired transfer rate. 14. The Browser Plug-in window will open. Click [Next]. 15. The File Type Association window will open. Click [Finish]. If you want to associate other file formats with QuickTime, put a checkmark (V) besides the file formats you want.

  • Page 109: 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 110 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 111 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 112: Removing The Usb Driver For Windows 98Se

    1. Trace [Start Settings] and click [Control Panel]. 2. Double-click [Add/Remove programs]. 3. The [Add/Remove Programs Properties] window will open. Click [Digimax U-CA 4] and click the [Add/Remove] button. 4. Uninstallation is complete. Click the [Finish] button and the window will disappear.

  • Page 113: Removable Disk

    Removable Disk To use this camera as a Removable Disk, install (p.94) 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 114: Removing The Removable Disk

    Removing the removable disk Windows 98SE 1. Check whether the camera and PC are transferring a file. If the camera status lamp blinks, you have to wait until the lamp illuminates. 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 115: 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 116: Digimax Viewer 2.1

    Refer to the [Help] menu in Digimax viewer 2.1 for further information. 1. To open Digimax Viewer, click the [Start Samsung Digimax Viewer 2.1 ] and Digimax Viewer 2.1 will then open. 3. You can easily use the Digimax viewer 2.1 program as it offers a FILE menu and TOOL bar.And, you can use the...

  • Page 117: Using Photoimpression

    Using PhotoImpression With PhotoImpression, you can edit or store still images that you downloaded from the camera. This software is only available in Windows version. To start the program, click [Start The following screen will appear. [ Command Button ] You can use PhotoImpression to perform the following tasks.
  • Page 118 Using PhotoImpression Tool Bar Button Description Resize Layer Flip Layer Horizontally Undo Copy Delete Layer INFORMATION For detailed instructions on how to use PhotoImpression, please refer to the program's Help. Button Description Rotate Layer Rotate All Layers Redo Paste Close Picture...

  • Page 119: Using Videoimpression

    Using VideoImpression VideoImpression is a program which can edit or save downloaded movie clips from a camera. This software is only compatible with Windows. To operate this program, click the [ Start VideoImpression 2] and you can see screens below. Functions below can be performed with VideoImpression Menu Bar.
  • Page 120 Using VideoImpression - File Manage : Add still images, movie clips or audio files to Album window. Arrange : Arrange files from Album window according to name, types, size Video Capture : You can capture screens that you want to from a Video tool Get images : You can get images that you want to from an Image tool connected You can control luminosity and contrast of movie clips and still images in...
  • Page 121 Using VideoImpression Add effects or apply produced themes when you connect component parts of Storyboard. Add animation text to movie clip and still image used to make movie clip. It is only applicable to movie clip project. * Move T-bar and choose the beginning and ending point of text.
  • Page 122 How to make an MPEG-4 movie clip for the SAMSUNG U-CA3/4 1. Click [Produce] and then select [disk]. 2. Select [Samsung U-CA3/4] from [Video Type].

  • Page 123: 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 94. [Case 3] The USB cable is not connected or you are using a cable with an incorrect specification.
  • Page 124 Win XP 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"...
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