Hanwha Techwin DIGIMAXU-CA4 Digital Camera User Manual U CA4en 02 V01

Samsung Techwin Co Ltd Digital Camera U CA4en 02 V01

Contents

User Manual 1

Thank you for buying a Samsung Camera. This manual will guide you through using the camera,
including capturing images, downloading images and using the application software.
Please read this manual carefully before using your new camera.
User's Manual
ENGLISH
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Instructions
Use this camera in the following order
Insert the
USB cable
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.95)
Take a picture (p.21)
Insert the supplied USB cable into the PC’s USB port
and the camera’s USB connection terminal.(p.83)
Check the camera’s power
If the power is turned off, press the camera button to
power it on.(p.24)
Take a picture
Check the
camera’s power
Check
[Removable Disk]
Open Window s EXPLORER and search for
[Removable Disk].(p.84)
To play back a video shot with this camera, be sure to use the QuickTime player supplied on
the software CD-ROM. Applications that do not support the MPEG-4 codec
(e.g., Windows Media Player) may not be able to play back the video.
If you use a card reader to copy the images on the memory card to your PC, the images could be
damaged. When transferring the images taken with the camera to your PC, be sure to use the
supplied USB cable to connect the camera to your PC. Please note that the manufacturer holds no
responsibility for loss or damage of images on the memory card due to the use of a card reader.
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Getting to know your camera 5
About the icons 5
Danger 6
Warning 6
Caution 7
An FCC warning 7
This digital camera can be used for 8
Manufacturer's contents 10
Identification of features 11
Front & Top 11
Back & Bottom 11
Side/ 5-function button 12
Mode switch 12
Lamp 13
Connecting to a Power Source 13
Connecting to a Power Source 14
Using the batteries 15
Removing the battery 15
Using the Digimax battery pack
( Optional : SBP-3603, 3.3V) 15
Precautions on Using the Memory Stick Duo16
Inserting the memory card 18
Removing the memory card 18
When Using the Camera for the First Time 19
LCD monitor indicator 20
Starting the recording mode 21
Things to watch out for when taking pictures 23
Using the camera buttons to
adjust the camera 24
POWER button 24
SHUTTER button 24
WIDE/TELE button 24
Voice memo/UP button 26
Recording a voice memo 26
Macro/Down button (Focusing) 27
Focus lock 28
FLASH/LEFT button 28
Self-timer/Right button 30
MENU/OK button 31
+/- button 31
LCD button 35
Using the LCD monitor to adjust the
camera settings 36
How to use the menu 37
Mode 38
Size 38
Quality 39
Metering 40
Effect 40
Sharpness 41
Starting play mode 42
Playing back a still image 42
Playing back a movie clip 43
Playing back a recorded voice 43
LCD monitor indicator 44
Using the camera buttons to
adjust the camera 45
Thumbnail/Enlargement button 45
Voice memo/Up button 46
Play & Pause/Down button 47
Contents
READY
RECORDING
PLAY
4
LEFT/RIGHT/MENU/OK button 48
LCD button 48
Delete button 49
Setting up the play back function using the
LCD monitor 50
Deleting all images 52
Protecting images 52
Starting the slide show 53
Resize 54
Rotating an image 55
DPOF: PRINT ORDER 55
DPOF: STANDARD 56
DPOF: INDEX 56
DPOF: PRINT SIZE 57
DPOF: CANCEL 57
PictBridge 58
PictBridge: Picture Selection 59
PictBridge: Print Setting 60
PictBridge: Picture Printing 61
PictBridge: DPOF AUTO PRINT 62
PictBridge: RESET 62
Setup menu 63
File name 64
Auto power off 65
Language 66
Formatting a memory card 66
Setting up the Date/Time/Date type 67
Imprinting the recording date 67
Function lamp 68
Sound 69
LCD brightness 69
Selecting Video out type 70
Quick view 71
Connecting an External Device(USB) 72
Initialization(RESET ALL) 72
Setting up the MYCAM menu 73
Avatar 73
Start up image 75
Start up sound 76
Shutter sound 76
List of camera functions 77
Starting PC mode 83
Important notes 85
Warning indicator 87
Before contacting a service center 88
Specifications 91
Software Notes 93
About the software 93
Setting up the application software 95
DigiStudio Installation guide 103
DigiStudio Installation 105
Removing the USB Driver for
Windows 98SE 108
Removable Disk 109
Removing the removable disk 110
Setting up the USB Driver for MAC 111
Using the USB Driver for MAC 111
Digimax Viewer 2.1 112
MGI PhotoSuite III SE 113
FAQ 123
Contents
SOFTWARE
SETUP
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Thank you for buying a Samsung Digital Camera.
Prior to using this camera, please read the user manual thoroughly.
When you require After Sales service, please bring the camera and the cause of the camera
malfunction (such as Batteries, Memory card etc.) to the A/S center.
Please check that the camera is operating properly prior to when you intend to use it (e.g. for a
trip or an important event) to avoid disappointment. Samsung camera takes no responsibility
for any loss or damages that may result from camera malfunction.
Keep the manual in a safe place.
Microsoft, Windows and Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation
incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.
Apple, Mac and QuickTime logo are registered trademarks of Apple computer.
Memory Stick Duo is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation.
All brand and product names appearing in this manual are registered trademarks of their
respective companies.
Getting to know your camera
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.
About the icons
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.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may
result in a minor or moderate injury.
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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. Switch off the
camera, and then disconnect the power source (batteries or AC Power Adapter). You must
contact your dealer or Samsung Camera Service Center. Do not continue to use the camera
as this may cause a fire or electric shock.
Do not insert or drop metallic or inflammable foreign objects into the camera through access
points e.g. the memory card slot and battery chamber. This may cause a fire or electric shock.
Do not operate this camera with wet hands. This could pose a risk of electric shock.
Danger
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.
When taking photographs, never point the lens of the camera directly into very strong light. This
may result in permanent damage to your eyesight.
For safety reasons keep this product and accessories out of reach of children or animals to
prevent accidents e.g.:
Swallowing batteries or small camera accessories. If an accident should occur, please
consult a doctor immediately.
There is the possibility of injury from the camera’s moving parts.
Batteries and camera may become hot during prolonged use and it may result in camera
malfunction. Should this be the case, allow the camera to sit idle for a few minutes to allow it
time to cool.
Do not recharge non rechargeable batteries. This may cause an explosion.
Do not leave this camera in places subject to extremely high temperatures, such as a sealed
vehicle, direct sunlight or other places of extreme variances in temperature. Exposure to
extreme temperatures may adversely affect the camera s internal components and could
cause a fire.
When in use, do not cover the camera or AC Power Adapter. This may cause heat to build up
and distort the camera body or cause a fire. Always use the camera and its accessories in a
well-ventilated area.
Warning
7
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 insert the batteries with the reverse polarities.
Remove the batteries when not planning to use the camera for a long period of time.
Batteries may leak corrosive electrolyte and irreparably damage the camera's components.
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 wall socket.
Then make sure that any connector cords or cables to other devices are disconnected before
moving the camera. Failure to do so may damage the cords or cables and cause a fire or
electric shock.
Caution
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. This equipment generates, absorbs and can emit
radio frequency energy. If it is not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it
may cause harmful interference to radio communication. There is however, no guarantee
that interference will not occur in some situations. Should any interference occur when this
device is in operation, please try one or more of the following measures.
Change the location and direction of any aerial.
Increase distance between the camera and the affected device.
Use a different socket away from the affected device.
Please contact a Samsung agent or a radio/TV engineer.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void user's authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
CAUTION : Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
Information to the user
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This digital camera can be used for
Printing images using a dedicated printer,
DPOF and PictBridge compatible printer or a
DPOF-equipped photo lab.
(refer to page 55~62)
Down loading image files from
camera to computer.
(refer to page 84)
Editing images on a PC.
(refer to page 113)
Viewing images on a TV.
(refer to page 70)
Taking a picture.
(refer to page 20~41)
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This digital camera can be used for
Inserting images directly into any
electronic document.
Taking a self-portrait and using the image
to personalize calendar.
You can even create your own unique gift wrap
paper by using your digital images.
Creation of a digital photo album.
Recording your voice.
(refer to page 22)
Recording a movie clip
(refer to page 21)
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Manufacturer's contents
Please check that you have the correct contents before using this product.
marked contents are optional.
Digital Camera USB cableAV cablePouch Camera strap
Software CD DigiStudioProduct warrantyUser manual
Duracell CP-1
battery AC adapter (3.3V)
Battery pack
(SBP-3603)
Memory Stick Duo/
Case/Adapter
Battery charger Rechargeable battery
Digimax Battery Pack : SLB-1037A KIT
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Identification of features
Front & Top
Back & Bottom
Mode switch
Viewfinder
Auto Focus
lamp
Microphone
Strap eyelet
Speaker
Lens
Power button
Flash
Shutter button
Function lamp
LCD
monitor
Viewfinder Camera status lamp
WIDE/THUMBNAIL button
TELE/Digital zoom button
+&-/ DELETE button
USB/ AV
connection terminal
DC input
connection point
Tripod socket
LCD button
PLAY mode
button
* When using the digital zoom to take a picture, the composition of the picture may be different
depending on whether you are using the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. The picture will be taken
in the composition of the picture as it appears on the LCD monitor.
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Identification of features
Voice recording mode
A movie clip can be recorded for as long as the available
recording time of the memory capacity allows.
Image size and type are listed below.
- Image size : 320X240, 160X120
- Movie clip file type : *.mov (MPEG4)
A voice recording can be recorded for as long as the
available recording time of the memory capacity allows.
(Max: 1 hour)
- File type : *.wav
Movie clip mode
You can select the desired working mode by using the mode switch located on the top of the
camera. This digital camera has 3 recording modes. These are listed below.
FLASH/
LEFT
button
MENU/ OK
button
MACRO/PLAY&PAUSE/
DOWN button
SELF-TIMER/
RIGHT button
Voice memo/ UP button
Side/ 5-function button
Mode switch
Battery chamber
Battery holder
Memory card slot
Battery chamber cover
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Identification of features
Still image mode
There are two ways in which to provide the camera with power. You can use batteries or
alternatively, you can use an AC(100 ~ 250V) Adapter (DC 3.3V 2.0A).
We recommend using batteries for a digital camera.
(use batteries that are within a year of their date of manufacture) The batteries are listed below.
Non rechargeable batteries : Duracell CP-1 battery
Rechargeable batteries : SLB-1037
Lamp
Connecting to a Power Source
You can select from Auto, Manual, or Night mode. In Myset
mode, any changes made to settings other than Self-Timer and
Voice Recording will be maintained even after the camera is
turned off.
Type Operation Lamp Camera Status Lamp LCD Monitor
When turning on the power
7 color lights blink and then turns off when
the camera is ready to take a picture
Blinks orange
X
When the camera is in focus (when the
SHUTTER button is pressed halfway)
X Green lamp lights up Autofocus mark
lights up green
When the camera is out of focus (when the
SHUTTER button is pressed halfway)
X Green lamp blinks Autofocus mark
lights up red
While the flash is charging
X Red lamp blinks X
While saving an image X Green lamp blinks X
While shooting a video
Purple lamp blinks at a 1-second interval
X
Auto focus frame : White
During voice recording
Blue lamp blinks at a 1-second interval
X X
While the camera is connected to a PC
X Green lamp lights up X
While transferring data between the camera and a PC
X Green lamp blinks X
When shooting an image
Green Lamp Blinks once.
X X
Flash is ready (when the SHUTTER
button is pressed halfway)
X Orange lamp lights up X
While the self-timer is running
Red lamp blinks for 7 seconds at a 1-second interval/blinks
for 3 seconds at a 0.25 second interval
X X
When the LCD monitor is
turned off in Still Image mode
Green lamp lights up X X
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Connecting to a Power Source
Important information about battery usage
A non-rechargeable (disposable) battery can be used, but has a short lifespan because
of its relatively low battery capacity. We recommend the rechargeable battery, which
has a bigger capacity and longer lifespan than the non-rechargeable type.
(Rechargeable batteries may not be available everywhere).
Do not recharge the non rechargeable batteries. This may cause an explosion.
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.
Low temperatures (below 0 ) can affect the performance of the batteries and you may
experience reduced battery life.
Batteries will usually recover at normal temperatures.
During extended use of the camera, the camera body may become warm.
This is perfectly normal.
If you are planning to use this camera for long periods of time, it is advisable to use an
AC adapter (3.3V 2.0A).
INFORMATION
If you have access to a mains supply, using an AC
Adapter (3.3V 2.0A) allows the camera to be used for
long periods of time.
Plug the adapter into the connection point (DC IN
3.3V) on the camera.
Remove the batteries from the camera when using an
AC adapter.
Using the AC power adapter (3.3V 2.0A)
Always turn off the power before taking the AC adapter out of the mains supply.
As with all mains powered devices, safety is important. Ensure that neither the camera
nor adapter comes into contact with water or metallic materials.
Please ensure that you use an AC adapter (3.3V 2.0A) with the correct specification for
the camera. Failure to do so may affect your warranty.
DANGER
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Connecting to a Power Source
Using the batteries :
If the camera does not turn on after you have inserted batteries, please
check whether the batteries are inserted with the polarity(+ and-).
Battery status
Battery indicator
The batteries are fully
charged. Prepare new batteries.
There is no battery
capacity. Replace with
new batteries.
There are 3 indicators for battery condition that are displayed on the LCD monitor.
Removing the battery
1. Turn off the camera power. Open the battery chamber cover
and move the battery holder aside. The battery will be
released.
2. Take out the battery and close the battery chamber cover.
1. Open the battery chamber
cover by pushing in the
direction of the arrow.
2. Insert the batteries according
to the polarity marks (+ and -)
on the back of the battery
chamber cover.
3. To close the battery
chamber cover, push it
until it clicks.
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Precautions on Using the Memory Stick Duo
Do not insert the Memory Stick Duo on its own into a Memory Stick-compatible device.
Do not insert the Memory Stick Duo adapter into a Memory Stick-compatible device without
attaching the Memory Card Duo to the adapter. Using it without the Memory Stick Duo may
adversely affect the device into which it is inserted.
Be sure to check the proper direction of insertion before use .
Insert the Memory Stick Duo all the way into the Memory Stick Duo adapter.
If the Memory Stick Duo is not inserted correctly into the adapter, it may not operate properly.
Do not attach labels to any part of the Memory Stick Duo and Memory Stick Duo adapter. The
labels may come off as you insert the Memory Stick Duo into the adapter or into a Memory
Stick-compatible device.
When inserting the Memory Stick Duo into the slot, do not force or bend it.
Do not touch the Memory Stick Duo adapter's card pins with your fingers or with metal objects.
Do not allow dirt or foreign material to get into the Memory Stick Duo adapter slot.
Do not leave the Memory Stick Duo with its adapter in areas subject to high temperatures.
Those models with the write-protect switch on the back of the card prevents accidental erasure
of data from deletion or formatting. By sliding the switch to the top of the memory card, the data
will be protected. By sliding the switch to the bottom of the memory card, the data protection
ability will be canceled. Please use a pointed object to move the write-protect switch. Slide the
switch to the bottom of the memory card before taking a picture.
Card pins(A)
Write
protect
switch(B)
Label(C)
[ Memory Stick Duo ]
FrontBack
Some models of Memory Stick Duo media do not have the write-protect switch (B).
Do not touch the card pins (part A) with
your fingers or with metal objects.
Do not press hard when writing on the
label (part C).
If you insert the Memory Stick Duo into
the Memory Stick Duo adapter, you will
be able to use it with a Memory Stick-
compatible device.
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Precautions on Using the Memory Stick Duo
Maintenance of the Memory Stick Duo
(Hereafter the Memory Stick Duo is referred to as the "Memory Card".)
Be sure to format the memory card (see p. 66) if you are using a newly
purchased memory for the first time, if it contains data that the camera
cannot recognize, or if it contains images captured with a different camera.
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.
Do not store the memory card in an environment with strong electronic or magnetic fields, e.g.
near loud speakers or TV receivers.
Please do not use or store in an environment where there are extremes in temperature.
Do not allow the memory card to become dirty or to come into contact with any liquid. Should
this happen, clean the memory card with a soft cloth.
Please keep the memory card in its case when not in use.
During and after periods of extended use, you may notice that the memory card is warm.
This is perfectly normal.
Do not use a memory card that has been used in another digital camera or memory card reader.
Do not use a memory card formatted by another digital camera or memory card reader.
Preserving the memory card data
Do not remove the memory card while the camera status lamp (green) is blinking.
Doing so will corrupt the data on the memory card.
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.
If there are no shots remaining
When you press the shutter button, a [CARD FULL !] message is displayed and the camera will
not operate. To optimize the amount of memory in the camera, replace the memory card or
delete unnecessary images stored in the memory.
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Inserting the memory card
1. Turn off the camera’s power and pull the memory card
cover in the direction of the arrow to open.
2. Have the front of the memory card facing toward the front
of the camera (lens) and the card pins toward the back of
the camera (LCD monitor), and then push the memory
card into the card slot until you hear a click.
3. To close, push the card cover until you hear a click. If the
memory card does not slide in smoothly, do not attempt to
insert it by force. Check the direction of insertion, and then
insert it correctly.
1. Turn the power off using the power button.
Open the battery chamber cover and press the memory
card as shown in the image and release.
2. Remove the memory card and close the memory card
cover.
Do not insert the memory card the wrong way round . Doing so may damage the
memory card slot.
INFORMATION
Removing the memory card
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When Using the Camera for the First Time
If the camera is turned on for the first time, a menu will be displayed to set date, time and
language in the LCD monitor. This menu will not be displayed after setting up the date, time
and language. Set up the date, time and language before using this camera.
Setting up the date, time and date type
1. Select the [DATE.TIME] menu by pressing the UP/DOWN
button and press the RIGHT button.
2. Select the desired sub menu by pressing the UP/ DOWN/
LEFT/ RIGHT button.
RIGHT button : selects YEAR/ MONTH/ DAY/ HOUR /
MINUTE/DATE TYPE
LEFT button : Moves the cursor to the [DATE/TIME]
main menu if the cursor is at the first
item of the date and time setup. In all other instances, the cursor will be
shifted to the left of its current position.
UP/ DOWN button : changes the value of each item.
Date setting range : 2004/01/01 ~ 2050/12/31
(Leap years and months are corrected automatically)
You will need to check and select the correct Date / Time when the batteries have been
removed for a period longer than 1 hour.
INFORMATION
You can select 16 languages. These are listed below:
English, Korean, French, German, Spanish, Italian, S. Chinese, T. Chinese, Japanese,
Russian, Portuguese, Dutch, Danish, Swedish, Finnish, Thai, and Malaysian.
Even if the camera is restarted, the language setting will be maintained.
INFORMATION
Setting up the language
1. Select the [LANGUAGE] menu by pressing the
UP/DOWN button and press the RIGHT button.
2. Select the desired sub menu by pressing the UP/ DOWN
button and press the OK button. When the settings are
complete, press the MENU button twice to exit the menu
screen.
DATE.TIME
LANGUAGE
SETUP
SETUP
MOVE: SET:OK
04/01/01 12:00
YY/MM/DD
DATE.TIME
LANGUAGE
MOVE: SET:OK
ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS
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LCD monitor indicator
The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting functions and selections.
[ Image & Full Status ]
No. Description Icons Page
1
Battery
p.15
2
Recording mode
p.12~13
3
Camera shake warning
p.23
4
Flash
p.29
5
Self-timer
p.30
6
Voice memo
p.26
7
Macro
p.27
8
Metering
p.40
9
Auto focus frame
10
Time
01:00 PM p.19, 67
11
Date
2004/07/01 p.19, 67
12
Exposure compensation
p.31
13
White Balance
p.32
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LCD monitor indicator
Starting the recording mode
Recording a Movie clip
1. Insert the batteries (p.15). Insert the batteries taking note of the polarity (+ / -).
2. Insert the memory card (p.18).
3. Close the memory card cover.
4. Press the power button to turn on the camera.
5. Select the MOVIE CLIP( ) mode by sliding the mode
switch.
6. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the
image by using either the viewfinder or LCD monitor.
7. Press the shutter button to take a movie clip.
Press the shutter button once and movie clips are
recorded for as long as the available recording time
allows. Movie clips will still be recorded if the shutter
button is released. If you wish to stop recording, press the
shutter button again. Image size and type are listed below.
- Image size : 320X240, 160X120(Selectable)
- File type : *.mov (MPEG4)
The available recording time may vary depending on shooting conditions and camera
settings.
INFORMATION
14 ISO p.33
15
Sharpness
p.41
16
Image quality
p.39
17
Image size
2272, 2048, 1600, 1024, 640 p.38
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Number of available shots remaining
50
Remaining time( Movie clip/ Voice recording)
00:05:00 / 01:00:00 p.21
19
Digital Zoom rate
X3.0 p.25
20
Optical zoom
[ MOVIE CLIP mode ]
SSTTAANNDDBBYY
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Starting recording mode
Recording a still image
Steps from 1-4 are the same as those for recording a movie
clip.
5. Select the STILL IMAGE( ) mode by sliding the mode
switch.
6. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the
image by using either the viewfinder or LCD monitor.
7. Press the shutter button to capture an image.
A [DELETE?] message may be displayed after taking a
picture. Refer to p.49 for more information about this
[DEL. ANSWER].
Recording Voice
Steps from 1-4 are the same as those for recording a movie
clip.
5. Select the VOICE RECORDING( ) mode by sliding
the mode switch.
6. Press the shutter button to record a voice.
-
Press the shutter button once and voice is recorded for as
long as the available recording time(Max : 1 hour) allows.
The recording time will be displayed on the LCD monitor.
-
Voice will still be recorded if the shutter button is released.
-
If you wish to stop recording, press the shutter button again.
- File type : *.wav
A distance of 40cm between you and the camera (microphone) is the best distance to
record sound.
INFORMATION
Manner mode: Pressing the power button for more than 3 seconds changes the buzzer
and start-up sound setting to OFF, even though you may have set these to ON.
To turn on the startup sound and operation sound, set the startup sound (MyCAM
mode) and operation sound (Setup mode) to a submenu other than [OFF].
INFORMATION
[ STILL IMAGE mode ]
[ VOICE RECORDING mode ]
STANDBY
START.SHUTTER
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Things to watch out for when taking pictures
If the camera is in focus, when you press the SHUTTER button halfway, the camera
status lamp (green) will light up and the LCD monitor's autofocus mark will turn green.
If the camera is out of focus, when you press the SHUTTER button halfway, the camera
status lamp (green) will blink and the LCD monitor's autofocus mark will turn red.
Should this be the case, the camera is unable to capture an image clearly.
If the camera status lamp (orange) lights up when you press the SHUTTER button
halfway, the camera is in focus and you can use the flash also.
The camera status lamp (red) blinks while the flash is charging.
The camera status lamp (green) blinks while saving a picture to the memory card and
turns off when saving is finished.
When the Flash Off or Slow synchro mode is selected in a low lighting condition, 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 shots : 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 Fill-in flash(p.29), Spot metering(p.40) or Exposure compensation(p.31).
Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image.
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 these shots.
Using the LCD monitor extensively will drain the batteries.
We recommend turning off the LCD monitor and using the optical viewfinder as often as
possible in order to extend battery life.
Under certain conditions the auto focus system may not perform as expected.
- When photographing a subject that has little contrast.
- If the subject is highly reflective or shiny.
- If the subject is moving at high speed.
- When there is strong reflected light, or when the background is very bright.
- When the subject matter has only horizontal lines or the subject is very narrow
(such as a stick or flagpole).
- When the surroundings are dark
- If the subject is the same colour as the background
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Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera
The RECORDING(STILL IMAGE, VOICE RECORDING, MOVIE CLIP) mode function can be
set up by using the camera buttons.
Used for turning the camera’s power on / off.
If there is no operation during the specified time, the
camera’s power will be turned off automatically to save
battery life. Pressing the power button for over 3 seconds will
deactivate the buzzer sound function.
POWER button
Used for taking an image or recording voice in the
RECORDING (STILL IMAGE, VOICE RECORDING,
MOVIE CLIP) mode.
In MOVIE CLIP mode : Pressing the shutter button down
fully starts the process for recording a movie clip. Press the
shutter button once and the movie clip is recorded for as long
as the available recording time in the memory allows. If you
wish to stop recording, press the shutter button again.
In STILL IMAGE mode
Pressing the shutter button down halfway activates the autofocus and checks the condition of
the flash. Pressing the shutter down fully takes the image and stores the relevant data
regarding the shot. If you select voice memo recording, the recording will start after the camera
has finished storing the image data.
SHUTTER button
If the menu is displayed in Still Image mode, pressing the
WIDE(W)/TELE(T) button will skip 5 menu tabs at a time.
If the menu is not displayed, this button works as the
OPTICAL ZOOM or DIGITAL ZOOM button.
This camera has a 3X optical zoom and a 3X digital zoom
function. Using both will offer a total zoom ratio of 9X.
When you press the zoom (W/T) button, the zoom bar will
display in the upper center part of the LCD monitor.
WIDE / TELE button
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WIDE / TELE button
TELE Zoom
Optical zoom TELE : Pressing the zoom button T. This will zoom into the subject i.e. the
subject will appear nearer.
Digital zoom TELE : When the maximum (3X) optical zoom is selected, pressing the zoom
button T activates the digital zoom software. Releasing zoom button T
stops the digital zooming at the required setting. Once the maximum
digital zoom (3X) is achieved, pressing the zoom button T will have no
effect. You can check the digital zoom rate with the [X1.5 ~ X 3.0]
numerical mark next to the zoom bar.
[ WIDE zoom ] [ TELE zoom ] [ Digital zoom 2.0X ]
Pressing the
TELE button
Pressing the
TELE button
WIDE Zoom
Optical zoom WIDE : Pressing the zoom button W. This will zoom out from the subject
i.e. the subject will appear further away. Pressing the W button
continuously will set the camera to its minimum zoom setting i.e.
the subject appears at its furthest from the camera.
Digital zoom WIDE : When the digital zoom is in operation, pressing the zoom button
W will reduce the digital zooming in steps. Releasing zoom button
W stops digital zooming. Pressing the W button will reduce the
digital zoom and then it will continue to reduce the optical zoom
until the minimum setting is reached.
[ TELE zoom ] [ Optical zoom 2X ] [ WIDE zoom ]
Pressing the
WIDE button Pressing the
WIDE button
[ Digital zoom 3.0X ] [ Digital zoom 2.0X ] [ Optical zoom 3X ]
Pressing the
WIDE button
Pressing the
WIDE button
Optical zoom
Digital zoom
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WIDE / TELE button
To use the digital zoom the LCD monitor has to be turned on.
Images taken using the digital zoom may take a little longer for the camera to process.
Allow time for this to take place.
The digital zoom cannot be used in movie clip shots.
Digital Zoom will not work in Night Scene mode.
You may notice a decrease in image quality when using the digital zoom.
When the maximum(3X) optical zoom is selected, pressing the zoom button T
increases the digital zoom ratio by 0.5 steps.
If the movie clip is being recorded, the zoom operation cannot be activated.
Take care not to touch the lens to avoid taking an unclear image and possibly causing
camera malfunction.
If the image is dim, turn the camera power off and on again to modify the lens position.
Take care not to press the lens as this may cause a camera malfunction.
When the camera is turned on, take care not to touch the camera s moving lens parts
as this may cause the resulting image to be dim and unclear.
Take care not to touch the lens during zoom operation as this may cause damage.
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Voice memo( )/ UP button
While the menu is showing, press the UP button to move up the submenu cursor.
When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, the UP button operates as the voice
memo( ) button. You can add your voice-over to a stored still image.
Recording a voice memo
1. Select the STILL IMAGE mode by sliding the mode switch.
2. Press the VOICE MEMO( ) button. If the voice memo indicator is displayed on the LCD
monitor, the setting is completed.
[ Preparing for Voice Memo ] [ Recording Voice Memo ]
STOP:SHUTTER
REC
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Voice memo( )/ UP button
3. Press the shutter button and take a picture. The picture is stored on the memory card.
4. Voice memo will be recorded for ten seconds from the moment the picture is stored.
In the middle of the sound recording, pressing the shutter button will stop the voice memo.
A distance of 40cm between you and the camera (microphone) is the best distance to
record sound.
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Auto : The changed Focus mode will be maintained until the camera is turned off.
Manual :
The changed Focus mode will be maintained even after the camera is turned off.
Night : The MACRO button will not work.
When the macro mode is selected, it is possible that camera shake will occur.
If this is the case, use a tripod to eliminate this.
When the macro mode is selected, it is recommended that you use the LCD monitor to
compose these shots.
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Macro( ) / Down button (Focusing)
While the menu is showing, press the DOWN button to move from the main menu to a
submenu, or to move down the submenu cursor.
When the menu is not showing, you can use the MACRO ( )/DOWN button to take macro
pictures (within the distance range of 5-80 cm for WIDE and 50-80 cm for TELE) in the STILL
IMAGE mode.
[ Macro ][ Autofocus ]
Pressing the
MACRO button
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Focus lock
To focus on the subject positioned outside of the center, use the focus lock function.
Using the Focus Lock
1. Ensure the subject in the center of the autofocus frame.
2. Press the SHUTTER button halfway. The camera status lamp (green) will light up, indicating
that the camera is in focus. Be careful not to press the SHUTTER button all the way down to
avoid taking an unwanted picture.
3.
With the SHUTTER button still pressed down only halfway, move the camera to recompose your
picture as desired, and then press the SHUTTER button completely to take the picture. If you
release your finger from the SHUTTER button, the focus lock function will be canceled.
[ The image to be captured ] [ Press the SHUTTER button
halfway and focus on the subject ]
[ Recompose the picture and fully
depress the SHUTTER button ]
FLASH( ) / LEFT button
[ Selecting the Auto flash ]
When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing
the LEFT( ) button makes the cursor shift to the left tab.
When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, the
LEFT( ) button operates as the FLASH ( ) button.
Selecting the flash mode
1. Slide the mode switch to the STILL IMAGE mode.
2. Press the Flash( ) button until the desired flash mode
indicator displays on the LCD monitor.
3. A flash mode indicator will be displayed on the LCD monitor.
Use the correct flash to suit the environment.
WIDE TELE WIDE TELE
0.8~3 0.8~2 0.2~0.8 0.5~0.8
(Unit : m)
Flash range
ISO
AUTO
MACRO
AUTO FOCUS
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FLASH( ) / LEFT button
ICON Flash mode Description
Flash mode indicator
If the subject or background is dark, the camera flash will operate
automatically.
Auto flash
Red eye
reduction
Slow synchro
Fill in flash
Flash off
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.
The flash will operate in conjunction with a slow shutter speed in
order to obtain the correct exposure. We recommend using a
tripod for this function.
When you take an image in a condition with poor light, the camera
shake warning indicator ( ) will display on the LCD monitor.
The flash fires regardless of available light. The intensity of the
flash will be controlled, according to the prevailing conditions.
The brighter the background or subject is, the less intense the flash
will be.
The flash does not fire. Select this mode when capturing images in
a place or situation where flash photography is prohibited.
When you capture an image in a poorly lit condition, the camera
shake warning indicator ( ) will display on the LCD monitor.
Using the flash frequently will reduce the life of the batteries.
Under normal operating conditions the charging time for the flash is normally within 6
seconds. If the batteries are weak, the charging time will be longer.
During the movie clip mode, the flash function will not operate.
Take photographs within the flash range.
The image quality is not guaranteed if the subject is too close or highly reflective.
The LCD monitor is turned off for a while after using the flash to recharge it.
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Self-timer( ) / Right( ) button
Selecting the self-timer
1. Slide the mode switch to the STILL IMAGE mode.
2. Press the SELF-TIMER( ) button until the desired
mode indicator displays on the LCD monitor. A 2 second
self-timer or 10 second self-timer icon appears on the
LCD monitor.
2SEC self-timer( )
: Pressing the shutter button will allow an interval of 2
seconds before the image is taken.
10SEC self-timer( )
: Pressing the shutter button will allow an interval of 10
seconds before the image is taken.
3. Press the SHUTTER button. The picture will be taken
after the specified time has elapsed.
When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the Right button makes the cursor
shift to the sub tab.
When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, the RIGHT button operates as the Self-
timer( ) button. This function is used when the photographer would also like to be in the
image.
[ Selecting the 10SEC self-timer ]
The default is OFF.
When taking a picture using the self-timer, the function lamp works as follows:
2 second self-timer setting : The function lamp blinks at 0.25 second interval for 2
seconds.
10 second self-timer setting : The function lamp blinks at 1 second interval for the first 7
seconds. It blinks at 0.25 second interval for the remaining
3 seconds.
If you operate the Power button, Mode switch, and Self-timer button during the self-timer
operation, the self-timer function is cancelled.
Use a tripod to prevent the camera from shaking.
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MENU/ OK button
If the menu is displayed, use the 5-Function buttons ( ///) to change the data values
and for your changes to be accepted.
If the menu is not displayed, press the MENU/OK button to display a menu for the current
camera mode on the LCD monitor. Press the button again to return to the previous state.
Exposure compensation
:
This camera automatically adjusts the exposure according to the ambient lighting conditions. In
Auto or Myset mode, the exposure compensation can be adjusted between -2.0EV and +2.0EV (at
0.5EV increment), and in Night mode, you can set the long time shutter. The setting value you have
adjusted in Manual mode will remain unchanged even after the camera is turned off.
Compensating Exposure
1. Press the +/- button, and then use the UP and DOWN
buttons to select the exposure compensation icon ( ).
The exposure compensation menubar will appear as
shown.
+/- button
You can use the +/- button to adjust the values for the exposure compensation, white balance,
and ISO.
Main menu Sub menu Available camera mode
-2.0EV ~ +2.0EV(0.5EV steps)
White balance
ISO
Exposure
[ Menu on ][ Menu off ]
Pressing the
MENU
button
AUTO
MANUAL
NIGHT
MODE
AUTO
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+/- button
A negative exposure compensation value reduces the exposure. Note that a positive
exposure compensation value increases the exposure and the LCD monitor will appear
white or you may not get good pictures.
INFORMATION
2. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to set the desired
exposure compensation factor ( Ev).
3. Press the +/- button again. The value you set will be
saved and the Exposure Compensation setup mode will
close. If you change the exposure value, the exposure
indicator ( ) will be displayed on the bottom of the LCD
monitor.
White balance
: The white balance control allows you to adjust the colours
to appear more natural looking. The White Balance is
available in Auto Shooting mode ( ), Manual mode,
and Movie Clip mode.
Selecting a White Balance
1. Press the +/- button, and then use the UP and DOWN
buttons to select the white balance icon ( ). The white balance menu bar will appear as
shown.
2. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to set the white balance to the desired value. The value
you set will be displayed on the LCD monitor.
- AUTO : The camera automatically selects the appropriate white balance
settings, depending on the prevailing lighting conditions.
- DAYLIGHT : For taking images outside.
- CLOUDY : For taking images under a cloudy and overcast sky.
- FLUOR. : For shooting under fluorescent lighting.
- TUNGSTEN : For shooting under tungsten (standard light bulb) lighting.
- CUSTOM : Allows the user to set the white balance according to the shooting
condition.
Different lighting conditions may cause a colour cast on your images.
3. Press the +/- button again. The value you set will be saved and White Balance setup mode
will end.
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+/- button
ISO:
You can select the ISO sensitivity when taking pictures. The speed or specific light-sensitivity of
a camera is rated by ISO numbers. This is available only in Auto or Manual mode.
Selecting an ISO Sensitivity
1. Press the +/- button, and the use the UP button to select
the ISO icon( ). The ISO menu bar will appear as
shown.
2. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to select the desired
ISO sensitivity value.
- AUTO : The camera's sensitivity is
automatically changed by variables
such as lighting value or subject brightness.
- 100, 200, 400 : You can increase the shutter speed while the same amount of light is
present, by increasing the ISO sensitivity. However, the image may be
saturated in high luminance.
The higher the ISO value, the higher the camera’s sensitivity to light is and therefore the
greater its capacity to take pictures in dark conditions. However, the noise level in the image
will increase as the ISO value increases, making the image appear coarse.
3. When you press the +/- button again, the value you set will be saved and ISO setup mode
will end.
Using the Custom White Balance
White balance settings may vary slightly depending on the shooting environment. You can
select the most appropriate white balance setting for a given shooting environment by setting
up the custom white balance.
1. Select the CUSTOM ( ) menu of the White Balance.
2. Place a sheet of white paper in front of the camera so that
the LCD monitor's auto focus frame ( ) shows only
white, and then press the SHUTTER button.
3. Your custom white balance value will be stored.
4. Press the +/- button. The white balance menubar will
disappear.
- The custom white balance value will be applied to the
next picture you take and thereafter.
- The custom white balance value will not change until you
set it again to another value.
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+/- button
2) Setting Userset mode
1. In Night Shot mode, press the +/- button. A screen
appears as shown to the right.
2. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to set the shutter
speed. Available shutter speeds are as follows:
AUTO, 1/8, 1/4, 1/2, 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 12, and 16 seconds.
Use the UP and DOWN buttons to set the aperture value.
Use the UP and DOWN buttons to display the large/small
aperture values to the left of the shutter speed bar.
3. Press the +/- button again. The value you set will be saved and the mode will switch to Night
Shot mode. Press the SHUTTER button to take the picture.
Userset mode
: This camera automatically adjusts the shutter speed and aperture values to the shooting
environment. However, in Night Shot mode, you can set the shutter speed and aperture
values to your preference. Select Night Shot mode, and then press the +/- button.
The zoom function does not work while setting up the aperture value and shutter speed.
1) Selecting the Night Shot Mode
1. Slide the MODE switch to select Still Image mode ( ).
2. Press the MENU button.
3. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to select the [MODE]
menu tab, and then use the UP and DOWN buttons to
select the [NIGHT] menu.
4. Press the MENU button. The menu will disappear and the
mode will switch to Night Shot mode.
AUTO
MANUAL
NIGHT
MODE
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+/- button
zoom1 zoom2 zoom3 zoom4 zoom5 zoom6 zoom7 zoom8
5.8 7.5 9.1 10.8 12.4 14.1 15.7 17.4
2.8 3.1 3.4 3.7 3.9 4.2 4.5 4.8
5.8 6.4 7.0 7.6 8.2 8.8 9.4 10.0
Optical Zoom
Large
Small
Aperture
Value
Zoom Position
Focusing range(mm)
[ Image & full information ] [ Image & basic information ] [ LCD off ]
You can check the recording status in the LCD monitor.
Pressing the LCD button in the RECORDING (STILL
IMAGE, MOVIE CLIP) mode will change the display as
shown below.
Pressing the
LCD button
Pressing the
LCD button
Pressing the LCD button
Aperture values that can be selected for each zoom position are as follows:
LCD button
If the LCD monitor is turned off, the camera status lamp will light up.
Aperture Value
Large (Press the UP button.)
Small (Press the
DOWN button.)
Shutter Speed
Fast (Press the
LEFT button.)
Slow (Press the
RIGHT button.)
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Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settings
You can use the menu on the LCD monitor to set up recording functions.
In the STILL IMAGE/ MOVIE CLIP mode, pressing the MENU button displays the menu on the
LCD monitor.
The following functions are available, depending on the mode you have selected.
The items indicated by are default settings.
Menu tab Main menu Sub menu Camera working mode
AUTO
MANUAL
NIGHT
2272x1704
2048x1536
1600x1200
1024x768
640x480
320X240
160X120
S.FINE
FINE
NORMAL
HIGH
LOW
MULTI
SPOT
The menu will not be displayed on the LCD monitor in the following circumstances:
- When another button is being operated.
- While image data is being processed.
(when the green LED next to the viewfinder blinks)
- When there is no battery capacity.
When the menu is showing on the LCD monitor, it is not possible to operate the shutter
button i.e. capture an image. To capture an image, simply cancel the menu display by
pressing the MENU button.
INFORMATION
METERING
MODE
SIZE
QUALITY
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Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settings
Menu tab Main menu Sub menu Camera working mode
NORMAL
B&W
SUNSET
SEPIA
RGB
SOFT
NORMAL
VIVID
How to use the menu
3. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select a sub menu.
4. Select a sub menu, and then press the OK button. The value you set will be saved and the
menu will disappear.
1. Turn on the camera and press the MENU button. A menu for each camera mode appears.
However, there is no menu for Voice Recording mode. ( )
2. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to navigate through the menus.
EFFECT
SHARP
Press the LEFT
or RIGHT button.
Press the LEFT or
RIGHT button.
Press the UP or
DOWN button.
Press the UP or
DOWN button.
AUTO AUTO
MANUAL
NIGHT
MODE
AUTO AUTO
MANUAL
NIGHT
MODE
AUTO
MANUAL
NIGHT
MODE
AUTO
MANUAL
NIGHT
MODE
SIZE QUALITY
S.FINE
FINE
NORMAL
2272x1704
2048x1536
1600x1200
1024x768
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Mode
AUTO : Use this for shooting basic still images.
MANUAL : Use this to store your custom settings for
the camera. Any changes made to
settings other than Self-Timer and Voice
Recording will be saved.
NIGHT : Use this for shooting still images at night
or in other dark conditions.
You can select the image size appropriate for your application.
You can select from AUTO, MANUAL, NIGHT and Movie Clip modes.
Size
The higher the resolution, the lower the number of available shots will be because high
resolution images require more memory than lower resolution images.
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You can select the desired Still Image mode.
This is available in Auto, Manual, and Night modes.
Mode
Icon
2272 2048 1600 1024 640
Size
2272x1704 2048x1536 1600 1200 1024 768 640 480 320 240 160 120
STILL IMAGE mode MOVIE CLIP mode
320 160
[ STILL IMAGE mode ]
2272 x 1704
2048 x 1536
1600 X 1200
1024 X 768
SIZE
[ STILL IMAGE mode ]
AUTO
MANUAL
NIGHT
MODE
AUTO
[ MOVIE CLIP mode ]
320 X240
160X120
SIZE
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Quality
You can select the compression ratio appropriate for your application of the captured images.
The higher the compression ratio, the lower the picture quality. This is available in Auto,
Manual, Night, and Movie clip modes
Mode
Icon
Sub menu S.FINE FINE NORMAL HIGH LOW
File Format jpeg jpeg jpeg mov mov
STILL IMAGE mode MOVIE CLIP mode
320 160
Image Size and Quality for the Number of Images that can be saved in a Memory Card/Shooting
Time(When using a 32MB Memory Stick Duo; based on Samsung's own testing)
S.FINE is the highest quality and NORMAL is the lowest setting. Choose the setting
appropriate for your needs.
This file format complies with the DCF(Design rule for Camera File system).
Even if the camera should be restarted, the quality setting is maintained.
JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group): JPEG is the image compression standard
developed by the Joint Photographic Experts Group. This type of compression is most
commonly used for compressing photos and graphics because it can compress the files
efficiently without damaging the data.
INFORMATION
STILL IMAGE mode MOVIE CLIP mode
Mode
Quality/Size
2272 2048 1600 1024 640
320 240 160 120
S.FINE
11 14 24 50 120 --
FINE
22 28 42 77 180 --
NORMAL
36 42 57 110 240 --
HIGH
-----
4 MIN 8 MIN
LOW
-----
7 MIN 12 MIN
[ STILL IMAGE mode ]
S.FINE
FINE
NORMAL
QUALITY
[ MOVIE CLIP mode ]
HIGH
LOW
QUALITY
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Metering
If you cannot obtain suitable exposure conditions, you can change the metering method to take
brighter pictures. This can be set in Auto and Manual modes.
MULTI( ) : Exposure will be calculated based on an
average of the available light in the
image area. However, the calculation
will be biased towards the centre of the
image area. This is suitable for general
use.
SPOT( ) : Only the rectangular area in the center
of the LCD monitor will be metered for
light. This is suitable when the subject in the center is exposed correctly,
regardless of the back lighting.
The default metering mode is Multi pattern metering.
If the subject is not the centre of the focus area, do not use the spot metering as this may
result in an exposure error. In this circumstance, rather use exposure compensation.
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Effect
By using the camera’s digital processor, it is possible to add special effects to your images.
You can select from AUTO, MANUAL, and Movie Clip modes. The value you set will remain
unchanged until the camera is turned off.
NORMAL : No effect is added to the image.
B & W : Converts the image to black and white.
SUNSET : Used for capturing images at sunset
SEPIA :
Captured images will be stored in a sepia tone (a gradient of yellowish brown colours).
RGB : Allows the user to adjust the R (Red), G (Green), and B (Blue) values of the images
to be captured.
MULTI
SPOT
METERING
[ STILL IMAGE mode ]
NORMAL
B & W
SUNSET
SEPIA
EFFECT
[ MOVIE CLIP mode ]
NORMAL
B & W
SUNSET
SEPIA
EFFECT
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Effect
Sharpness
You can adjust the sharpness of the picture you want to take.
You cannot check the sharpness effect on the LCD monitor
before you take a picture, because this function is applied only
when the captured image is stored on the memory. You can
select from AUTO and MANUAL modes.
Sub menu Icon Description
The edges of the image are softened.
This effect is suitable for editing images on your PC.
The edges of the image are sharp.
This is suitable for printing.
The edges of the image are emphasized. The edges will
appear sharp, but noise may occur in the recorded image.
Setting RGB Values
1. Use the DOWN button to select [RGB] among the Effect
submenus, and then press the OK button. A screen that
looks like the one shown on the right will appear.
2. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the [OFF] or
[ON] auxiliary menu, and then press the OK button.
[OFF] : Select this if you do not want to change the RGB
values.
[ON] : Select this to open a window where you can
adjust the RGB values.
Use the UP and DOWN buttons to navigate the R, G, and
B controls. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to set the
value for each control. If you press the OK button, your
changes will be saved and the menu will disappear.
VIVID
NORMAL
SOFT
[ STILL IMAGE mode ]
SOFT
NORMAL
VIVID
SHARP
B & W
SUNSET
SEPIA
RGB
OFF
ON
EFFECT
EXIT:SH1 SET:OK
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Starting play mode
Turn the camera on and select Play mode by pressing the play mode button ( ).
The camera can now play back the images stored in the memory.
If you have turned on the camera by pressing the POWER button, you can press the PLAY
button once to switch to Play mode and press it again to switch to Recording mode.
If you have turned on the camera by pressing the PLAY button, you can press the PLAY button
again to turn off the camera.
You can set up the PLAY mode function by using the camera buttons and LCD monitor.
Playing back a still image
1. Select the PLAY mode( ) by pressing the
play mode button.
2. The last image stored on the memory is
displayed on the LCD monitor.
3. Select an image that you want to play back by
pressing the LEFT / RIGHT button.
Press and hold the LEFT or RIGHT button to
play back the images quickly.
Manner mode: Pressing the power button for more than 3 seconds changes the buzzer
and start-up sound setting to OFF, even though you may have set these
to ON. To turn on the startup sound and operation sound, set the startup
sound (MyCAM mode) and operation sound (Setup mode) to a setting
other than [OFF].
Even if the camera s power is off, you can start the play mode by pressing the play
mode button.
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Starting play mode
Playing back a movie clip
Steps from 1-2 are the same as those to play back a still
image.
3. Select the recorded movie clip that you want to play back
by using the LEFT/RIGHT button. If you select a movie
clip, the movie clip indicator ( ) will be displayed on the
LCD monitor.
4. Press the play & pause button ( ) to play back a
movie clip file.
- To pause a movie clip file while playing it back, press the
play & pause button again.
- Pressing the play & pause button again will cause the
movie clip file will restart.
- To rewind the movie clip while it is playing, press the
LEFT button. To fast forward the movie clip, press the
RIGHT button.
- To stop playback of the movie clip, press the play & pause button ( ), and then press
the LEFT or RIGHT button.
Playing back a recorded voice
Steps from 1-2 are the same as those to play back a still
image.
3. Select the recorded voice that you want to play back by
using the LEFT/RIGHT button. If you select a recorded
voice file, the voice indicator ( ) will be displayed on the
LCD monitor.
4. Press the play & pause button ( ) to play back a
recorded voice file.
- To pause a recorded voice file, while playing it back,
press the play & pause button again.
- To resume playback of the voice file, press the play & pause button.
- To rewind the voice file while it is playing, press the LEFT button. To fast forward the voice
file, press the RIGHT button.
- To stop playback of the voice file, press the play & pause button, and then press the LEFT
or RIGHT button.
PLAY
PLAY
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LCD monitor indicator
The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting conditions.
No. Description Icon Page
1 Battery P.15
2 Play mode
3 File Type
4 Voice memo P.46
5 Protect indicator P.52
6 DPOF indicator P.56
7 Stored image number
SIZE : 2272X1704 Size
AV : F2.8 Aperture value
TV : 1/60 Shutter speed
ISO : 100 ISO sensitivity
FLASH : OFF Whether or not the
flash is used.
DATE : 04/07/01 Recording date
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If you press the LCD button, you can check the following recording information:
SIZE : 2272X1704
AV : F2.8
TV : 1/60
ISO : 100
FLASH : OFF
DATE : 04/07/01
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Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera
In Play mode, you can use the buttons on the camera to conveniently set up the Play mode
functions.
Image enlargement
1. Select an image that you want to enlarge and press the enlargement button.
2. Different parts of the image can be viewed by pressing the
5 function button.
3. Pressing the thumbnail button will zoom back to the
original full sized image.
- You can tell whether the image displayed is an enlarged
view by checking the image enlargement indicator shown
at the bottom left of the LCD monitor. (If the image is not
an enlarged view, the indicator will not be displayed.)
You can also check the area of enlargement.
- Movie clips and WAV files can’t be enlarged.
- If an image is enlarged, a loss of quality may occur.
Thumbnail( ) / Enlargement( ) button
[ Normal display mode ]
Pressing the thumbnail
button( )
Pressing the enlargement
button( )
Highlighted image
You can view multiple pictures, enlarge a selected picture, and crop and save a selected area
of an image.
Thumbnail display
1. While an image is displayed full screen, press the
thumbnail button.
2. The thumbnail display will highlight the image that had
been showing at the time the thumbnail mode was
selected.
3. Press the 5 function button to move to a desired image.
4. To view an image separately, press the enlargement
button ( ).
[ Thumbnail display mode ]
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Thumbnail( ) / Enlargement( ) button
The maximum enlargement rate in proportion to the image size.
Trimming : You can extract part of the image that you want
and save it separately.
1. Select an image that you want to enlarge and press the
enlargement button.
2. Different parts of the image can be viewed by pressing the
5 function button.
3. Press the MENU button and a message will be displayed
as shown alongside.
4. Select the submenu values by pressing the UP/DOWN
button and then press the OK button.
TRIM : trimmed images are saved in their last file names.
CANCEL : cancels trimming.
- If there is little memory space to save the trimmed image, the image can t be trimmed.
Image size 2272/2048 1600/1024 640
Maximum enlargement rate
X5 X3 X1.5
Voice( ) memo / 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, the UP button operates as the voice
memo button. You can add your audio to a stored still image.
Adding a Voice Memo to a Still Image
1. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button to select an image that
you wish to add sound to.
2. Press the voice memo button ( ) and the voice memo
indicator will display. The camera is now ready to record a
voice memo.
START:SHUTTER
REC
TRIMMING?
TTRRIIMM
OOKK:: OOKK
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Voice( ) memo / Up button
3. Press the shutter button to start recording. The [REC]
message will be displayed on the LCD monitor (as shown)
and voice will be recorded to the still image for 10
seconds.
4. The recording can be stopped by pressing the shutter
button again.
5. The ( ) icon will be displayed on the LCD monitor after
voice memo recording has finished.
- Voice memos can’t be recorded onto movie clip files.
- A distance of 40cm between you and the camera
(microphone) is the best distance to record sound.
- The voice memo will be saved in *.wav format, but has
the same file name as the still image to which it
corresponds.
- If you add a new voice memo to the still image that
already has a voice memo, the existing voice memo will be erased.
Play & Pause( )/ Down button
In Play mode, the play & pause/ down button works as follows:
- If the menu is displayed
Press the DOWN button to move from the main menu to a sub menu, or to move down the
sub menu cursor.
- If a still image with a voice memo, a voice file, or a movie clip is playing
In Stop mode : Plays a still image with a voice memo, a voice file, or a movie clip.
During playback : Temporarily stops playback.
In Pause mode : Resumes playback
[ Voice recording is stopped ] [ Voice recording is paused ][ Voice file is playing ]
PLAY PAUSE PLAY
STOP:SHUTTER
REC
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LEFT / RIGHT/ MENU/ OK button
LEFT / RIGHT/ MENU/ OK buttons activate the following.
- LEFT button : While the menu is showing, press the LEFT button to select the menu tab
to the left of the cursor.
- RIGHT button : While the menu is showing, press the RIGHT button to select the menu
tab to the right of the cursor, or to move an auxiliary menu.
- MENU button : When you press the MENU button, the play mode menu will be displayed
on the LCD monitor. Pressing it again will return the LCD to the initial
display.
- OK button : When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, the OK button is used
for confirming data that is changed by using the 5 function button.
The shooting information will be displayed on the LCD
monitor.
The last image stored in the memory is displayed on the
LCD monitor by pressing the play mode button.
Pressing the LCD button in the PLAY mode will change
the display as shown below. [Image & Icons] [Image &
Information] [Image only]
[ Image & Icons ] [ Image & Information ] [ Image only ]
LCD( ) button
Pressing
the LCD
button
Pressing the LCD button
Pressing
the LCD
button
If you press the LCD button in Thumbnail Display mode, the image to be deleted ( ) will be
selected.

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