Thank you for buying a Samsung Camera. This manual will guide you through using the Digimax 201, including taking images, downloading images and using the MGI PhotoSuite III SE software. Please read this manual before using your new camera.
INSTRUCTIONS Use this camera in the following order Set up the camera driver Take a picture Insert USB cable 2 Before connecting the USB cable to the PC and this camera, you have to set up the camera driver. Install the camera driver that is contained in the Application S/W CD-ROM. (p.87) Take a picture (p.33~52) Insert supplied USB cable into PC USB port and the camera USB connection terminal. (p.75~76) Check the camera power Check the camera power.
SPECIAL FEATURES READY This digital camera has the following features. A fine resolution of 2.0 mega pixels 2 X digital zoom lens Movie clip recording function Date imprinting on a still image Multiple language support An FCC warning This device has been tested in accordance with the limits of a class B digital device under item 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide protection against harmful interference in commercial installation.
CONTENTS Ready Getting to know your camera 6 Safety note 7 This digital camera can be used for 10 Manufacturer s contents 12 Identification of features 13 Product Exterior (Front / Top / Bottom) 13 Product Exterior (Back) 14 Camera status LED 15 LCD monitor indicator 17 Camera mode definition 19 STILL IMAGE mode 19 PLAY mode 19 MOVIE CLIP mode 19 SETUP mode 19 LCD monitor menu indicator 21 Preparation 25 Connecting to Power 25 Using the batteries 25 Battery condition indicator 25 Using the AC power adapter
CONTENTS MENU button 57 4-function button 57 THUMBNAIL / LEFT button 58 SET / RIGHT button 59 UP button 60 DOWN button 60 Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor 61 Image deletion 61 Slide show 64 Protect 65 # of prints 66 SETUP mode 67 Starting the SETUP mode 67 Beep 67 POWER OFF 68 DATE IMPRINT 69 DATE TYPE 70 DATE SETUP 71 QUICK VIEW 72 LANGUAGE 73 RESET 74 PC mode 75 Starting the PC mode 75 Important notes 77 Caution! 77 Warning indicator 79 Before contacting a service center 80 Please
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. This will help prevent danger and injury to others. DANGER DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
SAFETY NOTE Do not attempt to modify this camera in any way. This may result in fire, injury, electric shock or severe damage to you or your camera. Internal inspection, maintenance and repairs should be carried out by your dealer or Samsung Camera Service Center. Please do not use this product in close proximity to flammable or explosive gases, as this could increase the risk of explosion. Should any form of liquid or a foreign object enter the camera, do not use it.
SAFETY NOTE WARNING 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. Do not attempt to photograph children using a flash closer than a meter in proximity. When taking photographs, never point the lens of the camera directly into very strong light. This may result in permanent damage to the camera or your eyesight.
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 (+ / -). When the camera is not in use for long periods, always unplug the camera from its power source.
THIS DIGITAL CAMERA CAN BE USED FOR Printing images using a dedicated printer, DPOF-compatible printer or DPOFequipped photo lab . (p.66) Taking a picture. (p.33~52) Down loading image files from camera to computer. (p.75~76) Editing images on a PC (p.
THIS DIGITAL CAMERA CAN BE USED FOR READY Creation of a digital photo album Inserting images directly into any electronic document Taking a self-portrait and using the image to personalize name cards You can even create your own unique gift-wrap paper by using your digital images 11
MANUFACTURER’S CONTENTS Manufacturer’s contents Please check that you have the correct contents before using this product.
IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES READY Product Exterior(Front / Top / Bottom) Viewfinder Shutter button Flash Mode dial Self-timer lamp USB connection terminal Lens DC input connection point Focus lever Tripod socket Battery chamber / Card cover Card slot Battery chamber 13
IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES Product Exterior (Back) Viewfinder Power switch Camera status LED MENU button LCD monitor Strap eyelet 4-function button LCD button SELF-TIMER / UP( ) button THUMBNAIL / LEFT( ) button ZOOM/ SET/ RIGHT( ) button FLASH / DOWN( ) button 4-function button 14
IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES READY Camera status LED Camera status LED Optimum picture area over 1.
IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES Information Self-timer lamp Color Status Blinking Red Blinking 1 time Camera condition For the first seven seconds, the LED blinks at 1 second intervals. For the final three seconds, the LED blinks quickly at 0.5-second intervals. When the camera power is on / when the shutter button is released from pressing. Beep Beep sound Camera condition Power beep When the camera power is turned on/off.
IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES READY LCD monitor indicator The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting conditions. Recording mode Image & Full Status No. Description Icons Page 1 Recording mode 2 Battery p.25 3 Camera shake warning p.35 / 43 4 Flash p.45 / 46 5 Self-timer p.41 6 Focus mode p.38 7 White balance 8 Exposure compensation 9 Digital zoom 10 11 p.33 / 34 p.50 +0.5 EV p.
IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES No. Description Icons Page 12 Quality p.47 13 SD memory card indicator p.28 14 Time 13:00 15 Date 2002/09/01 Play mode Still image & Full Status No. 18 Description Movie clip & Full Status Icons Page 1 Battery p.25 2 Protect p.65 3 4-Direction icons p.40 4 Print set indicator p.66 5 Digital zoom 6 Stored image number p.40 100-0006 7 SD memory card indicator p.28 8 Movie clip indicator p.
IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES You can select the desired working mode by using the mode button located on the back of the camera. This digital camera has 4 working modes. These are listed below. STILL IMAGE mode ( ) This camera has 3 kinds of fixed focus modes. The focus ranges are : 1. Macro ( ) : 0.18m ~ 0.25m 2. Portrait ( ) : 0.8m ~ 1.3m 3. Normal ( ) : 1.
IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES Selecting camera mode and menu You can select a camera mode or a camera mode menu by rotating the MODE dial or pressing the MENU button as below.
IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES READY LCD monitor menu indicator Each mode has a menu as shown below. * marked sub menu is the default setting. Camera mode STILL IMAGE ( Main menu Sub menu ) IMAGE SIZE 1600x1200* (p.46) 1280x960 640x480 QUALITY SUPER FINE (p.47) FINE* NORMAL WHITE BALANCE AUTO* (p.49) DAYLIGHT SUNSET FLUORESCENT TUNGSTEN EXPOSURE -2.0 ~ 0.0* ~ +2.0EV (0.5 EV steps) (p.
IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES Camera mode PLAY ( Main menu Sub menu ) DELETE NO* DELETE IMAGE (p.61) YES DELETE ALL NO* (p.62) YES FORMAT NO* (p.63) YES SLIDE SHOW PROTECT 1/2*/3/4/5/6/7/8/9 SEC LOCK (p.64) (p.65) UNLOCK* # OF PRINTS MOVIE CLIP ( 0*, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 ) TIME 10 SEC* 20 SEC 30 SEC MANUAL 22 (p.52) (p.
IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES SETUP( Main menu READY Camera mode Sub menu ) 1/2 BEEP ON* (p.67) OFF POWER OFF DATE IMPRINT CANCEL, 1*, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10MIN ON* (p.68) (p.69) OFF DATE TYPE YYYY/ MM/ DD* (p.
IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES Camera mode SETUP( Main menu Sub menu ) 2/2 DATE SETUP QUICK VIEW 2000/01/01~2099/12/31 OFF (p.71) (p.72) 1 SEC* 2 SEC 3 SEC LANGUAGE ENGLISH ESPAÑOL (p.73) ITALIANO FRANÇAIS ˚ DEUTSCH RESET NO* (p.74) YES INFORMATION There is no associated menu in the PC mode and the LCD monitor is always turned off in the PC mode.
PREPARATION There are two ways in which to provide the camera with power. You can use batteries(AA Alkaline), 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. 2. Insert the batteries taking note of the polarity (+ / -). 3. To close the battery chamber cover, push it until it clicks. Battery condition indicator There are 3 indicators for battery condition that are displayed on the LCD monitor.
PREPARATION INFORMATION This camera will automatically switch off when not in use for a period of time. Refer to [POWER OFF] function (p.68). 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. We recommend high–capacity ALKALINE batteries as manganese batteries cannot deliver sufficient power.
PREPARATION READY 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. Plug the adapter into the connection point (DC IN 3.3V) on the camera. DANGER/ NOTICE Always turn off the power before taking the AC adapter out of the mains supply. As with all mains powered devices, safety is important.
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. 1. Turn off the camera power and pull the card cover in the direction of the arrow to open. 2. Insert the card all the way into the card slot.
PREPARATION Card pins Write protect switch Label SD(Secure Digital) memory card 29 READY 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.
PREPARATION Removing the SD memory card 1. Turn the power off using the power switch. 2. Open the card cover and press the CARD as shown in the image and release. 3. Remove the CARD and close the card cover. NOTICE Don’t remove the CARD when the camera status LED(green) is blinking as this may cause damaged data in the CARD. Instructions on how to use the SD memory card Using a new CARD for the first time Before using the CARD, it must be initialized. Initializing prepares the memory for recording data.
PREPARATION When using a 16/ 32MB SD memory card or the internal memory, the specified shooting capacity will be as follows.
PREPARATION Preserving the SD memory card data If the card is subjected to any of the following, the recorded data may become corrupted : - When the CARD is used incorrectly. - 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.
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. Recording a still image 33 ADVANCED 1. Insert the batteries (p.25). Insert the batteries taking note of the polarity (+ / -). 2. Insert the CARD (p.28). As this camera has an 8MB internal memory, you do not need to insert the SD memory card.
RECORDING MODE INFORMATION Check the Date & Time in the following circumstances and correct it. - When you use this camera for the first time. - Whenever AC adapter and batteries are removed. Recording a Movie clip Steps from 1 - 4 are the same as those for recording a still image. 5. Select the MOVIE CLIP mode by rotating the mode dial. 6. The MOVIE CLIP mode icon and available recording time will display on the LCD monitor. 7.
RECORDING MODE NOTICE 35 ADVANCED Camera shake warning. When the Flash Off mode is selected, the camera shake warning indicator ( ) may 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. In backlight conditions, please use the exposure compensation (refer to page 50).
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. The camera power will be turned off automatically during periods of inactivity. This is done to reduce battery drain. The camera can be reactivated by sliding the power switch again. SHUTTER button Used for taking images for RECORDING (STILL IMAGE/ MOVIE CLIP).
RECORDING MODE Pressing the LCD button image & full information Pressing the LCD button Pressing the LCD button image & basic information LCD off ADVANCED 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. STILL IMAGE Pressing the MENU button IMAGE SIZE QUALITY WHITE BALANCE AUTO EXPOSURE EXIT:MENU menu off 0.
RECORDING MODE Focus switch Before taking an image, you have to check that the Focus switch is in the desired position. As there can be some differences between what is seen through the Viewfinder and the resulting image when taken at a range closer than 1.5m, it is recommended that you use the LCD monitor to compose the shot. There are 3 kinds of focus options in the STILL IMAGE mode. Macro ( ) focus mode The focus range is 0.18m ~ 0.25m.
RECORDING MODE Normal( ) focus mode The focus range is 1.3m ~ infinity. No icons will display on the LCD monitor when you select this focus mode. NOTICE To prevent the image from being dim, maintain the focus range at 1.3m ~ infinity.
RECORDING MODE SET/ RIGHT( ) button When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, this button is used for confirming data that is changed by using / buttons. When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing this button activates digital zooming in. The maximum zoom magnification is 2X for recording images and viewing images. Digital zoom To use the digital zoom, the LCD monitor has to be turned on. 1. Turn the camera power on. 2. Select the STILL IMAGE mode by rotating the mode dial. 3.
RECORDING MODE THUMBNAIL/ LEFT( ) button In RECORDING(STILL IMAGE, MOVIE CLIP) mode, there are no functions in the LEFT( ) button. When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the RIGHT( ) button activates as a Thumbnail button. You can view 9 images at a time on the LCD monitor in thumbnail mode. SELF-TIMER( )/ UP( ) button 41 ADVANCED When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the UP button ( ) makes the menu cursor move up.
RECORDING MODE INFORMATION The default is OFF. The self-timer LED lamp(red) will blink for 10 seconds after the SELF-TIMER button has been pressed. - For the first seven seconds, the LED blinks at 1 second intervals. - For the final three seconds, the LED blinks quickly at 0.5-second intervals. The remaining time to take an image will be shown on the LCD monitor.
RECORDING MODE Flash mode indicator FLASH MODE Auto flash Indicator Definition If the subject or background is dark, the camera flash will operate automatically. If a subject or background is dark, the camera flash will work automatically and will reduce the red-eye effect by using the red-eye reduction function. Auto & Red eye reduction 43 ADVANCED Slow synchro When you take an image of a subject at night, a slow shutter speed results in the background and the subject being bright.
RECORDING MODE The flash fires regardless of available light. Fill in flash The flash does not fire. Select this mode when capturing images at a place where the flash photography is prohibited. When you take an image in a low light condition, the camera shake warning indicator ( ) will display on the LCD monitor. Flash off NOTICE 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.
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 ). STILL IMAGE mode MOVIE CLIP mode PAGE O X p.46 QUALITY O X p.47 WHITE BALANCE O X p.49 DIGITAL ZOOM O X p.40 EV COMPENSATION O X p.
RECORDING MODE IMAGE SIZE In the STILL IMAGE mode, you can select the image size. A large image uses more memory, so increasing image size will reduce the total number of shots you can store on a memory. The image sizes are listed below. 1600x1200 1280x960 640X480 Selecting the image size 1. Turn the camera power on. 2. Select the STILL IMAGE mode by rotating the mode dial. 3. Do not turn the LCD monitor off. 4. Press the MENU button to display the menu on the LCD monitor. 5.
RECORDING MODE IMAGE QUALITY In the 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. Choose the setting appropriate for your needs. The image qualities are listed below. FINE Selecting the image quality 1.
RECORDING MODE NOTICE The image file is stored as a *.jpg. This file format complies with DCF(Design rule for Camera File system) JPEG JPEG [Joint Photographic Experts Group] : The name of the committee that designed the standard image compression algorithm. The JPG file format is designed for compressing digital images without harmful influence to the original image. It is the most common type of compressed image file format used in the world wide web.
RECORDING MODE WHITE BALANCE 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. The changed white balance value is maintained until the camera power is off. There are 5 white balance menus : AUTO/ DAYLIGHT/ SUNSET/ FLUORESCENT / TUNGSTEN STILL IMAGE ADVANCED Selecting the white balance 1. Turn the camera power on. 2. Select the STILL IMAGE mode by rotating the mode dial. 3.
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. SUNSET : For taking images at sunset FLUORESCENT : For taking images under fluorescent lighting TUNGSTEN : For taking images under tungsten (standard light bulb) lighting. If you change the white balance value in the STILL IMAGE mode, the changed value is also applied to the MOVIE CLIP mode.
RECORDING MODE 5. Press the UP( )/ DOWN ( ) button and select [EXPOSURE]. 6. Press the SET( ) button and the sub menu will be displayed. 7. Press the UP( )/ DOWN ( ) button and select the desired [EXPOSURE] sub menu. 8. Press the SET( ) button and the sub menu will be displayed. The default is [0.0EV]. 9. Press the MENU button to cancel the menu display. STILL IMAGE EXPOSURE +0.0 EXIT:MENU SET: Exposure compensation setting range : -2.0 ~ +2.0 EV (0.
RECORDING MODE Movie clip recording time This menu will display only in the MOVIE CLIP mode You can select the movie clip recording time. MOVIE CLIP TIME 10 SEC 20 SEC Selecting the movie clip recording time 1. Turn the camera power on. 2. Select the MOVIE CLIP mode by rotating the mode dial. 3. Do not turn the LCD monitor off. 4. Press the MENU button to display the menu on the LCD monitor. 5. Press the UP( )/ DOWN button ( ) and select the desired movie clip recording time. 6.
PLAY MODE Starting the Play Mode Turn the camera on and select the PLAY mode by pressing the mode dial. The camera can now play back the images stored on the memory. You can set up the PLAY mode function by using the camera buttons and LCD monitor. Playing back a still image 1. Slide the power switch to turn on the camera. ADVANCED 2. Select the PLAY mode by rotating the mode dial. 3. The last image stored on a memory is displayed on the LCD monitor. 4.
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 UP( ) / DOWN( ) button. If you select a movie clip file, the movie clip indicator( ) will be displayed on the LCD monitor. 5. Press the SET( ) button to play back a movie clip - To pause playing back a movie clip, press the SET( ) button again. - To stop play back, press the MENU button.
PLAY MODE NOTICE If there are no images stored on the internal memory or SD memory card, a [NO IMAGE!] message will display on the LCD monitor. INFORMATION 55 ADVANCED 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. The last image stored on the internal memory will be displayed on the LCD monitor.
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. The camera power will be turned off automatically during periods of inactivity. This is done to reduce battery drain. The camera can be reactivated by sliding the power switch again. LCD button Pressing the LCD button in the 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. Pressing it again will return the LCD to the initial display.
PLAY MODE THUMBNAIL/ LEFT( ) button You can view up to 9 images at a time by using the THUMBNAIL function. When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the LEFT( ) button activates the following. - Normal display : Starts / stops the thumbnail display - Digital zoom : Moves to the left part of the image Thumbnail display 1. Turn the camera power on. 2. Select the PLAY mode by rotating the mode dial. 3. A stored image will show in single display mode. 4. Press the THUMBNAIL/LEFT( ) button.
PLAY MODE SET/ RIGHT( ) button Image enlargement 1. Turn the camera power on. 2. Select the PLAY mode by rotating the mode dial. 3. Select the desired image by pressing / button. 4. A 2X enlarged image is displayed by pressing the SET( ) button. 5. Different parts of the image can be viewed by pressing the / / / buttons. 6. Pressing the MENU button will zoom back to the original full sized image.
PLAY MODE NOTICE When you enlarge an image, the digital zoom indicator will display on the LCD monitor. The digital zoom cannot be used in the MOVIE CLIP mode. You may notice a decrease in image quality when using the digital zoom. 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.
PLAY MODE Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor The 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. Image deletion PLAY Deleting an image DELETE SLIDE SHOW PROTECT 2 SEC UNLOCK # OF PRINTS EXIT:MENU ADVANCED An unprotected image can be deleted in this menu. (A protected image can’t be deleted.) 1. Turn the camera power on. 2. Select the PLAY mode by rotating the mode dial. 3.
PLAY MODE Delete all This enables you to clear all unprotected images from the memory. Remember that this will permanently delete unprotected images. Important shots should be stored on a computer before deletion takes place. 1. Turn the camera power on. 2. Select the PLAY mode by rotating the mode dial. 3. Do not turn the LCD monitor off. 4. Press the MENU button to display the menu on the LCD monitor. 5. Press the UP( )/ DOWN( ) button and select [DELETE]. 6.
PLAY MODE Format Internal memory format : Remove the SD memory card to format the internal memory. SD memory card format : Insert the SD memory card to format the SD memory card. All the files in the memory are deleted by the [FORMAT] function. Before formatting the memory, it is advisable to copy important data onto other media as back-up e.g. floppy disks, hard disks, CD etc. PLAY ADVANCED 1. Turn the camera power on. 2. Select the PLAY mode by rotating the mode dial. 3.
PLAY MODE Slide show Images can be displayed continuously at pre-set intervals. This is useful and convenient for checking recorded images and for presentations. You can select the slide show play back time( between 1 and 9 sec) 1. Turn the camera power on. 2. Select the PLAY mode by rotating the mode dial. 3. Do not turn the LCD monitor off. 4. Press the MENU button to display the menu on the LCD monitor. 5. Press the UP( )/ DOWN ( ) button and select [SLIDE SHOW]. 6.
PLAY MODE Protect This is used to protect specific shots from accidental erasing (LOCK). It also releases images that have been previously protected (UNLOCK). 1. Turn the camera power on. 2. Select the PLAY mode by rotating the mode dial. 3. Do not turn the LCD monitor off. 4. Select an image that you want to protect by pressing the UP( )/ DOWN ( ) button. DELETE SLIDE SHOW PROTECT 2 SEC UNLOCK # OF PRINTS EXIT:MENU X1 ADVANCED 5. Press the MENU button to display the menu on the LCD monitor. 6.
PLAY MODE # of prints This function allows you to embed print quantity information on your memory card. Images can then be printed on DPOF printers, or at an increasing number of photo laboratories. This function is not available for Movie clips. The DPOF file is only stored on the card. Setting up the number of prints 1. Turn the camera power on. 2. Select the PLAY mode by rotating the mode dial. 3. Do not turn the LCD monitor off. 4.
SETUP MODE Starting the SETUP mode Rotate the mode dial to the SETUP mode, allowing you to set up the basic camera settings. Beep A beep will sound when you press the camera button and you can check the camera conditions. 5. Press the SET( ) button and the sub menu will be displayed. 6. Press the UP( )/ DOWN ( ) button and select [ON] or [OFF]. Press the SET( ) button to confirm the setting. 7. The default is [ON].
SETUP MODE 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( 1 ~ 10MIN, 1MIN interval) from the last operation. If you select [CANCEL], the power off function will not operate. Note that the automatic power off does not operate if the camera is in slide show or playing a movie clip. 1. Turn the camera power on. 2. Select the SETUP mode by rotating the mode dial. 3.
SETUP MODE DATE IMPRINT There is an option to include DATE/TIME on still images. SETUP 1/2 BEEP ON POWER OFF 10 MIN DATE IMPRINT ON DATE TYPE YMD MOVE PAGE: SETUP 1/2 BEEP ON POWER OFF 10 MIN DATE IMPRINT ON DATE TYPE INFORMATION This function is not available in the movie clip mode. Date will be imprinted as DATE TYPE setting. The DATE IMPRINT function is unaffected by the camera being switched on and off. The date can be set in [DATE SETUP].
SETUP MODE DATE TYPE You can select the date type that is to be imprinted on the image. - YYYY/MM/DD : year /month/ day - MM/DD/YYYY : month/ day /year - DD/MM/YYYY : day /month /year 1. Turn the camera power on. 2. Select the SETUP mode by rotating the mode dial. 3. [SETUP 1/2] menu will be displayed. 4. Press the UP( )/ DOWN ( ) button and select [DATE TYPE]. 5. Press the SET( ) button and the sub menu will be displayed. 6. Select your desired date type by pressing the UP( )/ DOWN( ) button.
SETUP MODE DATE SETUP You can change the imprinted date/time INFORMATION The selection range for date/time setup covers from 2000~2099. (It is automatically programmed to allow for a leap year/ month) SETUP 2/2 DATE SETUP QUICK VIEW 1 SEC LANGUAGE ENGLISH RESET MOVE PAGE: SETUP ADVANCED 1. Turn the camera power on. 2. Select the SETUP mode by rotating the mode dial. 3. [SETUP 1/2] menu will be displayed. 4. To shift menu cursor to [SETUP 2/2], press the RIGHT( ) button. 5.
SETUP MODE QUICK VIEW You can briefly review the last image captured. You can select the review time from a choice of CANCEL/ 1/ 2/ 3 SEC. 1. Turn the camera power on. 2. Select the SETUP mode by rotating the mode dial. 3. [SETUP 1/2] menu will be displayed. 4. To shift the menu cursor to [SETUP 2/2], press the RIGHT( ) button. 5. Press the UP( )/ DOWN ( ) button and select [QUICK VIEW]. 6. Press the SET( ) button and the sub menu will be displayed. 7.
SETUP MODE 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. SETUP 2/2 DATE SETUP QUICK VIEW 1 SEC LANGUAGE ENGLISH RESET ADVANCED 1. Turn the camera power on. 2. Select the SETUP mode by rotating the mode dial. 3. [SETUP 1/2] menu will be displayed. 4. To shift the menu cursor to [SETUP 2/2], press the RIGHT( ) button. 5. Press the UP( )/ DOWN ( ) button and select [LANGUAGE]. 6.
SETUP MODE RESET This menu allows you to reset all the camera settings to the default. 1. Turn the camera power on. 2. Select the SETUP mode by rotating the mode dial. 3. [SETUP 1/2] menu will be displayed. 4. To shift the menu cursor to [SETUP 2/2], press the RIGHT( ) button. 5. Press the UP( )/ DOWN ( ) button and select [RESET]. 6. Press the SET( ) button and the sub menu will be displayed. 7. Select [NO] or [YES] by pressing the UP( )/ DOWN( ) button. Press the SET( ) button to confirm the setting.
PC MODE Starting the PC mode If you insert the USB cable into a 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 menu available when the PC mode is selected. The camera status LED lamp blinks when the files are transferring via the USB connection. Connecting the camera to a PC ADVANCED 1. Turn the PC power on. 2. Turn the camera power on. 3.
PC MODE INFORMATION The USB Storage Driver must be installed before using the PC mode in Windows 98/ 98SE. Refer to page 87 regarding installation. To save battery power, it is recommended that you use an AC adaptor(Optional) when connecting the camera to a computer. Downloading stored images Once you have downloaded images to your PC, they can be edited and printed. 1. Connect the camera to your PC with the USB cable. 2.
IMPORTANT NOTES Caution! Sand can be particularly troublesome to cameras. Sand or other small particulates can cause severe malfunctions. Ensure that there is no contact with sand or similar particles. Extremes in temperature may cause problems. If the camera is transferred from a cold to a warm and humid environment, condensation can form on the delicate electronic circuitry. If this occurs, turn the camera off and wait for at least 1 hour until all moisture is dispersed.
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. 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.
IMPORTANT NOTES Warning indicator There are several warnings that may appear in the LCD display Warning indicator Mode CARD FULL ! STILL IMAGE/ MOVIE CLIP mode PROTECT! Causes Remedy Insert a new CARD or delete stored images to free up some memory. PLAY mode Protected images can’t be deleted. Select [UNLOCK] in the play mode menu. CARD LOCKED! STILL IMAGE/ MOVIE CLIP/ PLAY mode The SD memory card is locked Unlock the card.
BEFORE CONTACTING A SERVICE CENTER Please check the following Symptom The camera doesn’t switch on The camera powers down whilst in use Causes Remedy There is low battery capacity Insert fresh batteries An AC Power Adapter is not connected Connect an AC Power Adapter The batteries are exhausted Insert fresh batteries The Camera is turned off automatically Slide the power switch to reactivate due to the Auto power function camera The Adapter plug is not connected Remove and re-insert the plug
BEFORE CONTACTING A SERVICE CENTER Please check the following Symptom Causes The camera buttons do not operate Camera malfunction The card error Incorrect card format Color of image different to original scene WHITE BALANCE setting is incorrect The play back display is not very clear Date is not displayed on the LCD monitor in the PLAY mode When using the PC’s explorer, ‘Removable Disk’ file does not show Remove /re-insert batteries and switch camera on Re-format the card (p.
SPECIFICATIONS Image Sensor Type Effective Pixels Total Pixels Focal Length Lens Viewfinder Focusing Shutter Exposure Flash F No. Digital Zoom Optical Viewfinder LCD Monitor Type Range Type Speed Control Compensation ISO Equivalent Modes Range Recharging Time White Balance Movie Clip Self-timer Media Storage File Format Image Size 82 1/3.2 CCD Approx. 2.0 Mega pixels Approx. 2.1 Mega pixels Samsung Lens f=5.6mm (35mm film equivalent : 43mm) F3.5/F8.
SPECIFICATIONS Capacity (8/16MB) Image Play Interface Dimensions (WxHxD) Weight Software Camera Driver Application System Requirements For Windows For Macintosh Digimax 201 PC with processor better than MMX Pentium 233MHz (XP : Pentium II 300MHz) Windows 98/98SE/2000/ME/XP Minimum 32MB RAM (XP : 128MB) 110MB of available hard-disk space USB port, CD-ROM drive 800X600 pixels, 16-bit color display compatible monitor (24-bit color display recommended) Power Mac G3 or later Mac OS 9.0~10.
SOFTWARE MANUAL Software Notes Please ensure that you read the instruction manual carefully before use. The attached software is a camera driver and image editing software tool for Windows. Under no circumstances should all or part of either the software or the user manual be reproduced. Copyright for both software is licensed only for use with a camera. In the unlikely event of a manufacturing fault, we will repair or exchange your camera.
SOFTWARE MANUAL About software After inserting the CD-ROM provided with this camera into the CD-ROM drive, the following frame is automatically run. Before connecting the camera to the PC, you should first install the camera driver. It is not necessary to install the camera driver if your computer runs on Windows 2000/ ME/ XP. Setting up the camera driver (p.87) Setting up the image viewer (p.97) Setting up the image editing program (p.100) Access to the Samsung camera web-site.
SOFTWARE MANUAL Image Viewer Digimax Viewer 1.0 : Program for viewing a stored image You can see the stored images in the memory directly on the PC monitor. And you can copy, move, delete the images and scale up /downscale the image sizes with Digimax Viewer. For windows only. Setting up Digimax Viewer (p.97) Using Digimax Viewer (p.99) Application MGI PhotoSuite III SE : Image editing program for downloaded images. For Windows only. Setting up MGI PhotoSuite III SE (p.100) Using MGI PhotoSuite III SE (p.
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. It is not necessary to install the camera driver if your computer runs on Windows 2000/ ME/ XP. 1. Click [ Storage Driver] menu (p.85) on the Autorun frame. [Click!] 2.
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]. [Click!] 2. The software license agreement window will open. If you agree to it, click [Yes]. This will take you to the next step. If you disagree, click [No] and the installation program will be canceled. 3.
SOFTWARE MANUAL 4. After restarting the computer, connect the PC to the camera with the USB cable. 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. 6. If you can see [Removable Disk] under [My computer], the camera driver installation is successful.
SOFTWARE MANUAL INFORMATION Before connecting the camera to the PC, You should first install the camera driver first. After installing the camera driver, you have to restart your PC. If you connect the camera to the PC before installing the camera driver, the [Found New Hardware Wizard] will open. In this case, cancel the [Found New Hardware Wizard] and disconnect the connection. Install the camera driver and connect the camera and PC again.
SOFTWARE MANUAL Removing the USB Driver for Windows 1. Trace [Start Setting] and double-click [Controller] 2. Double-click [Add/Remove programs].
SOFTWARE MANUAL 3. The [Add/Remove Programs Properties] window will open. Click [Samsung Digimax 201] and click [Add/Remove] button. [Click!] 4. To uninstall the camera driver, click the [Yes] button. 5. Press [OK] button.
SOFTWARE MANUAL Removable Disk To use this camera as a Removable Disk, install(p.87) 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. Image files stored in the Removable Disk(Dcim 100sscam) can be transferred to the PC.
SOFTWARE MANUAL Removing the removable disk Windows 98SE 1. Check whether the camera and PC are transferring a file If the green camera status LED (next to viewfinder) blinks, you have to wait until the LED is off. 2. Unplug the USB cable. Windows 2000/ME/XP 1. Check whether the camera and PC are transferring a file. If the green camera status LED (next to viewfinder) blinks, you have to wait until the LED is off. 2. Double-click the [Unplug or Eject Hardware] icon on the task bar. [Double-click] 3.
SOFTWARE MANUAL 4. The [Stop a Hardware device] window will open. Select the [Samsung D-201 USB Device] and click the [OK] button. [Click!] 5. A [Safe to Remove Hardware] window will open. Click the [OK] button. [Click!] 6. A [Unplug or Eject Hardware] window will open. Click the [Close] button and the removable disk will be removed safely. SOFTWARE 7. Unplug the USB cable.
SOFTWARE MANUAL Setting up the USB Driver for MAC 1. A USB Driver for MAC is not included with the Application CD as MAC OS support the camera driver. 2. Check the MAC OS. You can check the MAC OS version during MAC OS start-up. This camera is compatible with MAC OS 9.0~10.2. 3. Connect the camera to the Macintosh and turn the camera power on in PC mode. 4. A new icon (Untitled) will be displayed on the desktop after connecting the camera to the MAC. Using the USB Driver for MAC 1.
SOFTWARE MANUAL Setting up Digimax Viewer This software is only compatible with Windows. 1. Click [Digimax Viewer 1.0] on the Autorun frame. [Click!] 2. An installation window will be displayed as shown alongside.Click [Next]. [Click!] SOFTWARE 3. The Software License Agreement window will display. If you agree to it, click [Yes]. This will take you to the next step. If you disagree, click [No] and the installation program will be canceled.
SOFTWARE MANUAL 4. Select a destination folder and click [Next]. 5. Select the Program folder and click [Next]. [Selecting a destination folder] [Click!] [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. And click [Finish]. [Check] [Click] 7. Digimax Viewer will start. Click the Exit button to finish the program.
SOFTWARE MANUAL Digimax Viewer This software is only compatible with Windows. To open Digimax Viewer, click the [ Start Programs Viewer 1.0 ] and Digimax Viewer 1.0 will then open. Samsung Digimax Viewer 1.0 Digimax 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. Copy : copies files. After copying a file, select a folder where you want to paste the copied file.
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. [Click!] 2. The [Choose Setup Language] window will open. Select language. [Click!] 3. A [Welcome] window will be displayed. Click [Next>] to move to the next step.
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. A [Setup Type] window will open. Select setup type and click [Next >] button. Full : the program will be installed with all the options. Custom : you can choose what you would like to install. [Click!] SOFTWARE 6.
SOFTWARE MANUAL 7. The MGI Registration window will be displayed. Click the [Continue] button. [Click!] 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. Click [Close button] to close the file.
SOFTWARE MANUAL MGI PhotoSuite III SE This software is only compatible with Windows. To open MGI PhotoSuite lll SE, click the [Start Programs PhotoSuite lll SE] and MGI PhotoSuite lll SE will then open.
SOFTWARE MANUAL MGI PhotoSuite III SE functions An introduction to the Welcome screen Get 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. Print Print hard copies of photos and projects.
SOFTWARE MANUAL Introduction to navigation bar Back Return to the previous step. Home Return to Welcome screen. Help Display help window. Get 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. SOFTWARE Organize Organize your photos and other media files into albums. Share Save your results to show to others. Print Print hard copies of photos and projects. Browse Browse the web site.
SOFTWARE MANUAL Using MGI PhotoSuite lll SE GET 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. The Open file selector is displayed. Now select the image file and click [open]. 3. The Welcome screen will change to the next work step, with the selected image displayed.
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. 2. The Open file selector is displayed. Click [Look in :] to choose [Removable Disk( :)] and click [open] for the open file window to be displayed. 3. Select the [ Dcim -> 100sscam ] folder.
SOFTWARE MANUAL 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.
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. After selecting Album on the [ Choose a photo album], click an image in the album and click [Open]. 3. The Welcome screen will change to the next work step, with the selected image displayed. SOFTWARE Refer to page 113 for more information about creating an Album.
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. Stitching Join a series of photos together to create a sweeping panoramic effect.
SOFTWARE MANUAL COMPOSE Add text, Compound Images etc. are available in this step. Menu of [COMPOSE] steps Collages SOFTWARE : 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. Cards & tags : Use your photos to create items such as Gift Tags, Greeting Cards, Invitations, Postcards, and Sports Cards.
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.. : Open Master Album. Select a photo, and choose an action below.] - Open : Open selected image. - Delete : Delete selected image. - Properties... : view image information. Choose an action to manage your album.
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. The Master Album window will be displayed, then click [New..]. 4. Put a new Album name in the New Album window and click [OK]. A new album will now be created. SOFTWARE 5. [Master Album] window will open. Click [OK] button.
SOFTWARE MANUAL Add images to the album 1. Select [ Choose an action to manage your album. Add..] to add images to the album. [Click!] 2. Click [Computer] in Add Photos menu. [Click!] NOTICE [Digital Camera(Direct)], [Scanner(TWAIN)], [Digital Camera(TWAIN)] sources can't be used.
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.
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.
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. Choose a printer, an orientation, the print size, and the number of copies. You can then print the images. Reference For more information, please refer to the Help file in [Help MGI PhotoSuite lll help].
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. Install the USB Driver correctly. Refer to pages 87. [Case 3] The USB cable is not connected or you are using a cable with an incorrect specification. Use a USB cable with the correct specification.
FAQ 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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