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Instructions Use this camera in the following order Set up the camera driver Before connecting the camera to a PC, via the USB cable, you will need to set up the camera driver. Install the camera driver that is contained in the Application S/W CD-ROM.(p.76) Take a picture (p.30~44) Take a picture Insert the USB cable Check the camera power Check [Removable Disk] 2 Insert the supplied USB cable into the PC USB port and the camera USB connection terminal.(p.66) Check the camera power.
Contents READY Using the camera button to adjust the camera 32 5 POWER switch 32 About the icons 5 SHUTTER button 32 Danger 6 LCD button 32 Warning 6 MENU button 33 Caution 7 Focus switch 34 This digital camera can be used for 8 4-function button 35 Special features 10 SET/ RIGHT button 35 An FCC warning 10 THUMBNAIL/ LEFT button 36 Manufacturer's contents 11 SELF-TIMER / UP button 36 Identification of features 12 FLASH / DOWN button 37 Product Exterior(Front / Top
Contents ZOOM/SET/ RIGHT button 50 Removable disk 85 UP button 51 Removing the removable disk 86 DOWN button 51 Setting up the USB Driver for MAC 88 Setting up the play back function using Using the USB Driver for MAC 88 the LCD monitor 52 Digimax Viewer 89 52 MGI PhotoSuite III SE 90 Image deletion Slide show 55 Protect 56 # of prints 57 SETUP Starting the SETUP mode 58 58 Power off 59 Date imprint 60 Date type 61 Date setup 62 Quick view 63 Language 64 Reset 65 6
Getting to know your camera Thank you for buying a Samsung Digital Camera. About the icons 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. WARNING WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Danger 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.
Caution When the camera is not in use for long periods, always unplug the camera from its power source. Do not fire the flash while it is in contact with hands or objects. Do not touch the flash after using it continuously. It may cause burns. Do not move the camera while it is switched on, if you are using the AC Power Adapter. After use, always switch off the camera before unplugging the adapter from the AC Power wall socket.
This digital camera can be used for Printing images using a dedicated printer, DPOF-compatible printer or DPOF-equipped photo lab. (p.57) Taking a picture. (p.30~44) Down loading image files from camera to computer. (p.67~68) Editing images on a PC. (p.
This digital camera can be used for Inserting images directly into any electronic document. Recording a movie clip. (refer to p. 30) Taking a selfportrait and using the image to personalize name cards. You can even create your own unique gift-wrap paper by using your digital images. 9 READY Creation of a digital photo album.
Special features This digital camera has the following features. A fine resolution of 3.2 mega pixels 3X digital zoom Movie clip recording function Date imprinting on a still image Multiple language support 16MB internal memory 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.
Manufacturer's contents Please check that you have the correct contents before using this product. READY marked contents are optional. Digital Camera 2 AA Alkaline Batteries Pouch USB cable Camera strap Applications S/W . Driver CD-ROM User manual Product warranty AC adapter (3.
Identification of features 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 12 Card slot Battery chamber
Identification of features Product Exterior (Back) 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 Camera status LED Camera status LED Optimum picture area over 1.
Identification of features Camera status LED Color Status Camera condition Blinking and off Power on processing When the LCD monitor is turned off On Green When the USB cable is connected Blinking slowly Flash charge processing Image processing(compression/decompression) Blinking fast USB busy 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.
LCD monitor indicator The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting conditions. Recording mode READY Image & Full Status No. Description Icons Page 1 Recording mode p.30 2 Battery p.24 3 Camera shake warning p.31/38 4 Flash p.38 5 Self-timer p.36 6 Focus mode p.34 7 White balance p.42 8 Exposure compensation 9 Digital zoom +0.5 EV p.43 p.35 Number of available shots remaining (Still image) 0006 Available recording time (Movie clip) 00:10 10 11 Image size p.
LCD monitor indicator Play mode Still image & Full Status Movie clip & Full Status Description Icons No. Page 1 Battery p.24 2 Protect p.56 3 4-Direction icons p.50 4 Print set indicator p.57 5 Digital zoom 6 Stored image number 7 SD memory card indicator p.26 8 Movie clip indicator p.30 16 L : X5, M : X3, S/I : X2 p.
Camera mode definition You can select the desired working mode by using the mode dial located on the top of the camera. This digital camera has 4 working modes. These are listed below. READY STILL IMAGE mode ( ) This camera has 3 kinds of fixed focus modes. The focus ranges are : 1. Macro ( ) : 0.19m ~ 0.21m 2. Portrait ( ) : 0.8m ~ 1.6m 3. Normal ( ) : 1.
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.
LCD monitor menu indicator Each mode has a menu as shown below. Main menu STILL IMAGE ( READY Camera mode marked sub menu is the default setting. Sub menu ) IMAGE SIZE 2048x1536* (p.40) 1600x1200 1024x768 640x480 QUALITY SUPER FINE (p.41) FINE* NORMAL WHITE BALANCE AUTO* (p.42) DAYLIGHT SUNSET FLUORESCENT TUNGSTEN EXPOSURE -2.0 ~ 0.0* ~ +2.0EV (0.5 EV steps) (p.
LCD monitor menu indicator Camera mode Main menu PLAY ( Sub menu ) DELETE NO* DELETE IMAGE (p.52) YES DELETE ALL NO* (p.53) YES FORMAT NO* (p.54) YES SLIDE SHOW PROTECT 1/2*/3/4/5/6/7/8/9 SEC LOCK (p.55) (p.56) UNLOCK* # OF PRINTS MOVIE CLIP ( 0*, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 ) TIME 10 SEC* 20 SEC 30 SEC MANUAL 20 (p.44) (p.
LCD monitor menu indicator Camera mode Sub menu READY SETUP( Main menu ) 1/2 BEEP ON* (p.58) OFF POWER OFF DATE IMPRINT CANCEL, 1*, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10MIN ON* (p.59) (p.60) OFF DATE TYPE YYYY/ MM/ DD* (p.
LCD monitor menu indicator Camera mode SETUP( Main menu Sub menu ) 2/2 DATE SETUP QUICK VIEW 2003/01/01~2099/12/31 OFF (p.62) (p.63) 1 SEC* 2 SEC 3 SEC LANGUAGE ENGLISH ESPAÑOL (p.64) ITALIANO FRANÇAIS DEUTSCH RESET NO* (p.65) YES INFORMATION There is no associated menu in the PC mode and the LCD monitor is always turned off in the PC mode.
Connecting to Power We recommend using batteries for a digital camera.(Within a year from the date of manufacture) The batteries are listed below. Non rechargeable batteries : AA type – Alkaline, Ni-Mn, Ni-Zn, Lithium Rechargeable batteries : AA type – Ni-MH, Ni-Cd (over 1000mA) Battery pack : Digimax Battery Pack(SBP-3603) [ AA type battery ] [ Battery pack ] NOTICE Important information about battery usage - It is easy to buy alkaline batteries.
Connecting to Power 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. : The batteries are fully charged. : Prepare new batteries. : There is no battery capacity. Replace with new batteries.
Connecting to a Power Source Using the AC power adapter (3.3V 2.0A) READY 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. INFORMATION This camera will automatically switch off when not in use for a period of time. Refer to [POWER OFF] function (p.59).
Inserting the SD memory card The camera comes with 16MB 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.
Removing the SD memory card 1. Turn the power off using the power switch. READY 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.
Instructions on how to use the memory card Maintenance of the memory card - Turn off the camera power whenever the memory card is being inserted or removed. - Repeated use of the memory card will eventually reduce the memory card’s performance. Should this be the case, you will need to purchase a new memory card. - Wear and tear on the memory card is not covered by the Samsung warranty. - The memory card is an electronic precision device. Do not bend, drop or subject the memory card to any heavy impact.
Instructions on how to use the memory card INFORMATION MEMORY FULL! NOTICE If you open the memory card cover when the camera power is turned on, the power will turn off automatically. Don’t remove the memory card when the camera status LED(Green) is blinking as this may cause damage to data in the memory card. 29 READY If there is no card, the SD memory card indicator will not be displayed in the LCD monitor.
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 1. Insert the batteries (p.24). Insert the batteries taking note of the polarity (+ / -). 2. Insert the CARD (p.26). As this camera has an 16MB internal memory, you do not need to insert the SD memory card.
Starting Recording Mode NOTICE 31 RECORDING Even though you can select any movie clip recording time in the MOVIE CLIP mode menu, the available recording time will be determined by available memory capacity. 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.
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).
Using the camera button to adjust the camera 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. RECORDING STILL IMAGE Pressing the MENU button IMAGE SIZE QUALITY WHITE BALANCE AUTO EXPOSURE EXIT:MENU menu off 0.0 CHANGE: menu on A menu option can be displayed when the following are selected : STILL IMAGE mode, MOVIE CLIP mode, PLAY mode and SETUP 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 0.19m ~ 0.21m.
4-function button Explanation of the 4-function button BUTTON MENU DISPLAY MOVIE CLIP mode ON Makes the menu cursor move up Makes the menu cursor move up button OFF Selecting the self-timer mode Selecting the self-timer mode DOWN( ) ON Makes the menu cursor move down Makes the menu cursor move down button OFF Selecting the flash mode No function LEFT( ) ON No function No function button OFF No function No function RIGHT( ) ON Confirming the selection Confirming the selection but
4-function 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. The digital zoom cannot be used in the MOVIE CLIP mode. You may notice a decrease in image quality when using digital zoom. THUMBNAIL/ LEFT( ) button In RECORDING(STILL IMAGE, MOVIE CLIP) mode, there are no functions in the LEFT( ) button.
4-function button 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.
4-function button Flash mode indicator FLASH MODE Indicator Definition Auto flash If the subject or background is dark, the camera flash will operate automatically. Auto & Red eye reduction 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. Slow synchro The flash will operate in conjunction with a slow shutter speed in order to obtain the correct exposure.
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 ). Mode STILL IMAGE mode MOVIE CLIP mode PAGE O X p.40 QUALITY O X p.41 WHITE BALANCE O X p.42 DIGITAL ZOOM O X p.35 EV COMPENSATION O X p.
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. 2048X1536 1600X1200 Selecting the image size 1. Rotate the mode dial to the STILL IMAGE mode and press the MENU button. 2. Press the UP( )/ DOWN ( ) button and select [IMAGE SIZE]. 3. Press the SET( ) button and the sub menu will display. 4.
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. SUPER FINE FINE 1.
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 Selecting the white balance 1. Rotate the mode dial to the STILL IMAGE mode and press the MENU button. 2. Press the UP( )/ DOWN ( ) button and select [WHITE BALANCE]. 3.
Exposure This camera automatically adjusts the exposure according to the ambient lighting conditions. However, you can select the exposure value by using the [EXPOSURE] sub menu. In the STILL IMAGE mode, you can select the exposure value. If you increase the exposure value, the image will be brighter. If you decrease the exposure value, the image will be darker. Selecting the exposure value STILL IMAGE IMAGE SIZE QUALITY WHITE BALANCE AUTO EXPOSURE 0.0 EXIT:MENU CHANGE: STILL IMAGE EXPOSURE +0.
Movie clip recording time This menu will display only in the MOVIE CLIP mode You can select the movie clip recording time. Selecting the exposure value 1. Rotate the mode dial to the MOVIE CLIP mode and press the MENU button. 2. Press the UP( )/ DOWN button ( ) and select the desired movie clip recording time. 3. Press the SET( ) button to confirm the setting. The default is [10SEC].
Starting the Play Mode Turn the camera on and select the PLAY mode by rotating the mode dial. 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. Playing back a still image 1. Slide the power switch to turn on the camera. 2. Select the PLAY mode by rotating the mode dial. PLAY 3. The last image stored on a memory is displayed on the LCD monitor. 4.
Starting the 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.
Setting up the play back function by using the camera button You can set up the PLAY mode function by using the camera buttons. LCD button Pressing the LCD button in the PLAY mode will change the display as shown below.
4-function button Explanation of the 4-function button BUTTON UP( ) button DOWN( ) button LEFT( ) button RIGHT( ) button 48 MENU DISPLAY PLAY mode ON Makes the menu cursor move up OFF Selects a previous image(Normal or thumbnail display) Increase Digital Zoom Magnification (when it is selected) Moves to the upper part of the image(Digital zoom) ON Makes the menu cursor move down OFF Selects the next image(Normal or thumbnail display) Decrease Digital Zoom Magnification (when it is selected) M
4-function button 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.
4-function button ZOOM/SET/ RIGHT( ) button When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, the SET button is used for confirming data that is changed by using the / / buttons. When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the SET button activates the following. - Normal display : Press the RIGHT ( ) button to switch to the Digital Zoom Playback Screen. - Thumbnail display : The thumbnail display is changed to Normal display by pressing the SET( ) button.
4-function button NOTICE The digital zoom cannot be used in the MOVIE CLIP mode. You may notice a decrease in image quality when using the digital zoom. Maximum Digital enlargement rate : L(5X), M(3X), S/I(2X) 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.
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 Deleting an image An unprotected image can be deleted in this menu. (A protected image can’t be deleted.) 1. Rotate the mode dial to the PLAY mode and press the MENU button. 2. Press the UP( )/ DOWN( ) button and select [DELETE]. 3. Press the SET( ) button and the sub menu will be displayed.
Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor 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. 53 PLAY 1. Rotate the mode dial to the PLAY mode and PLAY press the MENU button. DELETE 2. Press the UP( )/ DOWN( ) button and select DELETE IMAGE DELETE ALL [DELETE]. FORMAT 3. Press the SET( ) button and the sub menu will be displayed.
Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor 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. 1. Rotate the mode dial to the PLAY mode and press the MENU button. 2.
Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor 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) PLAY DELETE SLIDE SHOW 2 SEC PROTECT UNLOCK # OF PRINTS X1 EXIT:MENU CHANGE: PLAY SLIDE SHOW PLAY 1. Rotate the mode dial to the PLAY mode and press the MENU button. 2. Press the UP( )/ DOWN ( ) button and select [SLIDE SHOW].
Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor Protect This is used to protect specific shots from accidental erasing (LOCK). It also releases images that have been previously protected (UNLOCK). 1. Rotate the mode dial to the PLAY mode and press the MENU button. 2. Press the UP( )/ DOWN ( ) button and select [PROTECT]. 3. Press the SET( ) button and the sub menu will display. 4. Select [LOCK] or [UNLOCK] by pressing the UP( )/ DOWN ( ) button and press the SET( ) button.
Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor # 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. PLAY DELETE SLIDE SHOW 2 SEC PROTECT UNLOCK # OF PRINTS X0 EXIT:MENU CHANGE: PLAY # OF PRINTS PLAY 1. Rotate the mode dial to the PLAY mode and press the MENU button.
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. SETUP 1/2 BEEP 1. Select the SETUP mode by rotating the mode dial. 2. [SETUP 1/2] menu will be displayed. 3. Select [BEEP] by pressing the UP( )/ DOWN ( ) button. 4. Press the SET( ) button and the sub menu will be displayed. 5. Press the UP( )/ DOWN ( ) button and select [ON] or [OFF].
Starting the 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. Select the SETUP mode by rotating the mode dial. 2.
Starting the SETUP mode Date imprint There is an option to include DATE on still images. 1. Select the SETUP mode by rotating the mode dial. 2. [SETUP 1/2] menu will be displayed. 3. Press the UP ( )/ DOWN ( ) button and select [DATE IMPRINT]. 4. Press the SET( ) button and the sub menu will be displayed. 5. Select [ON] or [OFF] by pressing the UP ( )/ DOWN ( ) button. Press the SET( ) button to confirm the setting. 6. The default is [ON].
Starting the 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. Select the SETUP mode by rotating the mode dial. 2. [SETUP 1/2] menu will be displayed. 3. Press the UP( )/ DOWN ( ) button and select [DATE TYPE]. 4. Press the SET( ) button and the sub menu will be displayed. 5. Select your desired date type by pressing the UP( )/ DOWN( ) button.
Starting the SETUP mode Date setup You can change the imprinted date/time 1. Select the SETUP mode by rotating the mode dial. SETUP 2/2 2. [SETUP 1/2] menu will be displayed. 3. To shift menu cursor to [SETUP 2/2], press the DATE SETUP RIGHT( ) button. QUICK VIEW 1 SEC LANGUAGE ENGLISH 4. Press the UP( )/ DOWN ( ) button and select RESET [DATE SETUP]. 5. Press the SET( ) button and the sub menu will be CHANGE: displayed.
Starting the 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. Select the SETUP mode by rotating the mode dial. 2. [SETUP 1/2] menu will be displayed. 3. To shift the menu cursor to [SETUP 2/2], press the RIGHT( ) button. 4. Press the UP( )/ DOWN ( ) button and select [QUICK VIEW]. 5. Press the SET( ) button and the sub menu will be displayed. 6. Select the desired review time by pressing the UP( )/ DOWN( ) button.
Starting the 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. 1. Select the SETUP mode by rotating the mode dial. 2. [SETUP 1/2] menu will be displayed. 3. To shift the menu cursor to [SETUP 2/2], press the RIGHT( ) button. 4. Press the UP( )/ DOWN ( ) button and select [LANGUAGE]. 5. Press the SET( ) button and the sub menu will be displayed. 6.
Starting the SETUP mode Reset This menu allows you to reset all the camera settings to the default. 1. Select the SETUP mode by rotating the mode dial. 2. [SETUP 1/2] menu will be displayed. 3. To shift the menu cursor to [SETUP 2/2], press the RIGHT( ) button. 4. Press the UP( )/ DOWN ( ) button and select [RESET]. 5. Press the SET( ) button and the sub menu will be displayed. 6. Select [NO] or [YES] by pressing the UP( )/ DOWN( ) button. Press the SET( ) button to confirm the setting.
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 1. Turn the PC power on. 2. Turn the camera power on. 3. Connect the PC and the camera with the USB cable.
Starting PC mode 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. On your computer’s desktop display, select [My computer] and double click [Removable Disk DCIM 100SSCAM]. The image files will then be displayed. 3. Select an image and press the right mouse button. SETUP 4. A pop-up menu will open. Click the [Cut] or [Copy] menu [Cut] : cuts a selected file. [Copy] : copies files. 5.
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 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. - When the memory card is inserted, you can view the images that are stored in the memory card. - When the memory card is not inserted, you can view the images that are stored in the internal memory.
Important notes Your new Samsung camera is a precision instrument. Whilst it is designed to withstand general wear and tear, there are some important points that will help you get maximum service and reliability from your camera. The following should be avoided : Severe changes in temperature and humidity. Dust and dirt. Direct sunlight or the inside of a vehicle in hot weather. Environments where there is high magnetism or excessive vibration.
Warning indicator There are several warnings that may appear in the LCD display Warning indicator Causes Remedy There is insufficient memory capacity to take an image. Insert a new CARD or delete stored images to free up some memory. Protected images can’t be deleted. Select [UNLOCK] in the play mode menu. CARD LOCKED! The SD memory card is locked Unlock the card. Take images. NO IMAGE! There are no images stored on the internal memory or the CARD.
Before contacting a sevice center Please check the following Symptom Causes The camera doesn’t switch on There is low battery capacity An AC Power Adapter is not connected Insert fresh batteries Connect an AC Power Adapter The camera powers down whilst in use The batteries are exhausted The Camera is turned off automatically due to the Auto power function The Adapter plug is not connected securely Insert fresh batteries Slide the power switch to reactivate camera The Camera is being used in low temp
Before contacting a sevice center Symptom Causes Remedy The camera buttons do not operate Camera malfunction Remove /re-insert batteries and switch camera on The card error Incorrect card format Re-format the card (p.54) WHITE BALANCE setting is incorrect Select appropriate WHITE BALANCE.(p.42) Exposure is excessive Reset exposure compensation(p.
Specifications Type Image Sensor Effective Pixels Total Pixels Focal Length Lens Viewfinder Shutter Exposure Flash Approx. 3.2 Mega pixels Approx. 3.3 Mega pixels Samsung Lens f=7.0mm (35mm film equivalent : 45mm) F No. F4.0/F8.0 Digital Zoom STILL IMAGE mode : 2X, 3X PLAY mode : 1.0X ~ 5.0X (depends on image size) Optical Viewfinder Optical viewfinder LCD Monitor Type Focusing 1/2.7" CCD Range 1.6" color TFT LCD Pan focus Macro : 0.19~0.21m, Portrait: 0.8~1.6m, normal: 1.
Specifications Image Play Single image/ Thumbnails/ Slide show/Movie clip Digital output connector Interface : USB DC power input connector : 3.3V Included : 2 x Alkaline Battery Optional : 2x Ni-MH batteries/ AC adapter Power Source * Included battery may vary depending on sales region. Dimensions (WxHxD) 94x66x40mm / 3.7x2.6x1.6in Weight Approx. 140g / 4.9oz (without batteries and card) Software Camera Driver Application Storage Driver (Windows98/98SE/2000/ME/XP, Mac OS 9.0~10.
About the software 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.
Setting up the application software You can visit the Samsung web-site through the internet. http://www.samsungcamera.com : English http://www.samsungcamera.co.kr : Korean 1. Click [Storage Driver] menu on the Autorun frame. 2. A [Welcome] window will open. Click the [Next >] button. INFORMATION If you select [Cancel] at the step 2, the camera driver installation will be cancelled and a window for installing Digimax Viewer 1.0 will be displayed.
Setting up the application software 3. Installation is complete. Click the [Finish] button and the [Digimax Viewer 1.0] installation will be started. 4. The [Digimax Viewer 1.0] installation window will be displayed as shown alongside. Click [Next >] button. 5. The Software License Agreement window will display. If you agree to it, click [Yes]. SOFTWARE INFORMATION If you select [Cancel] at the step 4, the Digimax Viewer 1.
Setting up the application software 6. Select a destination folder and click [Next >]. 7. Select the Program folder and click [Next >]. 8. Installation is completed. Click [OK] button and the [MGI PhotoSuite III SE] installation will be started. 9. The [Choose Setup Language] window will open. Select a language and click [OK] button.
Setting up the application software INFORMATION If you select [Cancel] at the step 9, the MGI PhotoSuite III SE installation will be cancelled and a window for installing DirectX 8.1 will be displayed. 10. A [Welcome] window will be displayed. Click [Next >] to move to the next step. 11. The Software License Agreement window will be displayed. If you agree to this, click [Yes] button. 12. A [Setup Type] window will open. Select setup type and click [Next >] button. SOFTWARE 13.
Setting up the application software 14. The MGI Registration window will be displayed. Click the [Continue] button. INFORMATION According to your operating system, the window as shown alongside may be displayed. Should this be the case, click the [NO] button. 15. The [Online Registration Utility] window will be displayed. Fill in the blanks and click the [Register] button. 16. Installation is complete. Click the [Finish] button. 17. [Windows MGI PhotoSuite III] window will open.
Setting up the application software INFORMATION You must restart your computer after the installation, or your computer can t recognize the camera as a Removable disk. If you have ever installed the DirectX program in your computer, the following windows will open. The [DirectX 8.1] installation window will be displayed as shown below. Click [OK] button. All application programs are installed correctly. Click [OK] button and the computer will restart. 19.
Setting up the application software INFORMATION If you have installed the camera driver, [Found New Hardware Wizard] may not open. After the [Found New Hardware Wizard] window opens, a window may open to select the camera driver file location. In this case, select the C:\WINDOWS\INF folder.(win 98/98SE only) If you can t find the [INF] folder, check the [Show all files] button in [Window's Explorer View Folder option View]. Before connecting the camera to the PC, You should first install the camera driver.
Removing the USB Driver for Windows 98SE 1. Trace [Start [Controller] Setting] and double-click 2. Double-click [Add/Remove programs]. 3. The [Add/Remove Programs Properties] window will open. Click [Samsung Digimax 300] and click [Add/Remove] button. [Click !] 4. To uninstall the camera driver, click the [Yes] button. 5. Press [OK] button.
Removable Disk To use this camera as a Removable Disk, install(p.76) 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. INFORMATION Important information whilst using the Removable Disk The [Removable Disk] indicator will not show when the camera power is off.
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.
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. [Click !] Setting up the USB Driver for MAC 1. A USB Driver for MAC is not included with the Application CD as MAC OS supports 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.
Digimax Viewer This software is only compatible with Windows. To open Digimax Viewer, click the [ Start Programs Digimax Viewer 1.0 ] and Digimax Viewer 1.0 will then open. Samsung Digimax Viewer 1.0 Select an image and press the right mouse button. A pop-up menu will open. Open : allows you to view a selected sequence of images, one at a time. Copy : copies files. After copying a file, select a folder where you want to paste the copied file. Click the right mouse button and a pop-up menu will open.
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. MGI PhotoSuite lll SE MGI 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.
MGI PhotoSuite III SE 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. Organize Organize your photos and other media files into albums. Share Save your results to show to others. SOFTWARE Print Print hard copies of photos and projects. Browse Browse the web site.
MGI PhotoSuite III 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. When you obtain images from the digital camera.
MGI PhotoSuite III SE 3. Select the [ DCIM 100sscam ] folder. Then select an image and click [ Open ]. 4. The Welcome screen will change to the next work step, with the selected image displayed. INFORMATION When you use the Digimax camera, only [Computer] and [Album] from the list of options displayed are available. You will be able to obtain images from the digital camera. [Computer and Album Only] Acquiring images from an Album. SOFTWARE 1.
MGI PhotoSuite III SE 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. Refer to page 95 for more information about creating an Album. Prepare When the image is loaded, the step changes to Prepare automatically. Menu for [PREPARE] steps Rotate & Crop You can rotate, flip or crop images along with a host of others. Touchup Remove Red eye, Remove Scratches etc..
MGI PhotoSuite III SE Compose Add text, Compound Images etc. are available in this step. Menu of [COMPOSE] steps Collages : A collage consists of several photos or sections of photos arranged together on a common background. Photo Layouts : The Photo Layouts activity includes many collage and layout options. Cards & tags : Use your photos to create items such as Gift Tags, Greeting Cards, Invitations, Postcards, and Sports Cards.
MGI PhotoSuite lll SE 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.
MGI PhotoSuite III SE 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. 5. A [Master Album] window will open. Click the [OK] button.
MGI PhotoSuite III SE 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. [Digital Camera(Direct)], [Scanner(TWAIN)], [Digital Camera(TWAIN)] sources can't be used. [Click!] 3. A [Add photo to Album] window will open. Select images that you want to add. Click the [Add] button. [Click!] 4. Adding images is complete.
MGI PhotoSuite III SE Share Saving or sharing images. Menu of [SHARE] steps 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. Print You can print images. Menu for the [PRINT] steps 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.
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. If you use batteries, check the battery condition. [Case 2] USB Driver is not installed correctly. Install the USB Driver correctly. Refer to page 76. [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 [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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