Hanwha Techwin DIGIMAXV50 Digital Camera User Manual v50en c

Samsung Techwin Co Ltd Digital Camera v50en c

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81File nameThe first stored folder name is 100SSCAM, and the first file name is SA500001.Whenever you store an image, the file number is increased by 1.The file numbers are named from SA500001 to SA509999 automatically, 9999 files willbe stored in a folder.The folder number is assigned sequentially from 100 to 999 as follows: 100SSCAM 101SSCAM ~ 999SSCAM.The files used with the memory card conform to the DCF(Design rule for Camera Filesystems) format.INFORMATIONEven if the batteries or AC adapter are removed and inserted again, the power offsetting will be preserved.Note that the automatic power off function will not operate if the camera is in PC mode,slide show, playing back a voice recording or movie clip.INFORMATIONAuto power offSetting Power Off1. In any mode other than Voice Recording mode, press theMENU button.2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [SETUP]menu tab.3. Select the [PWR OFF] menu by pressing the UP/ DOWNbutton and press the RIGHT button.4. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP/ DOWNbutton and press the OK button.Selecting [CANCEL] : The power off function will not operate.Selecting [ON] : A menu will be displayed on the LCD monitor as shown alongside.Select the desired time by pressing the UP/DOWN button.This function switches the camera off after a set amount of time in order to preventunnecessary battery drainage.SET UPFILEPWR SAVELANGUAGEFORMATDATE.TIMEBACK: SET:OK2592OFF
82Language Setting Language1. In any mode other than Voice Recording mode, pressthe MENU button.2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [SETUP]menu tab.3. Select the [LANGUAGE] menu by pressing the UP/DOWN button and press the RIGHT button.4. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP/ DOWNbutton and press the OK button. LANGUAGE sub menu: Korean, English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, T.Chinese, S.Chinese, Japanese,Russian, Portuguese, Dutch, Danish, Swedish, Finnish, Thai.Formatting a Memory Card1. In any mode other than Voice Recording mode, pressthe MENU button.2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [SETUP]menu tab.3. Select the [FORMAT] menu by pressing the UP/ DOWNbutton and press the RIGHT button.4. Press the Up/Down button to select desired sub menu.5. Press the OK button. The [PLEASE WAIT!] message isdisplayed while the memory card is being formatted.There is a choice of languages that can be displayed on the LCD monitor. Even if the batteries or AC adapter are removed and inserted again, the language setting willbe preserved.Formatting a memory cardThis is used for formatting the memory card. If you run [FORMAT] on the memory card, allimages, including the protected images, will be deleted. Be sure to download importantimages to your PC before formatting the memory card.SET UPFILEPWR SAVELANGUAGEFORMATDATE.TIMEBACK: SET:OK2592ENGLISHDANSKLANGUAGE&BACK: SET:OK2592MSSD/MMC
83Setting up the Date/ Time/ Date typeYou can change the date and time that will be displayed on the captured images and set upthe date type.There is an option to include DATE/TIME on still images.Date Imprinting1. In any mode other than Voice Recording mode, pressthe MENU button.2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [SETUP]menu tab.3. Select the [IMPRINT] menu by pressing the UP/ DOWNbutton and press the RIGHT button.4. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the desireddate imprint type, and then press the OK button.[OFF] : The DATE & TIME will not be imprinted on the image file.[DATE] : Only the DATE will be imprinted on the image file.[DATE&TIME] : The DATE & TIME will be imprinted on the image file.Imprinting the recording dateSetting Date/Time & Selecting Date type1. In any mode other than Voice Recording mode, pressthe MENU button.2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [SETUP]menu tab.3. Select the [DATE] menu by pressing the UP/ DOWNbutton and press the RIGHT button.4. Use the UP, DOWN, LEFT, and RIGHT buttons toselect the desired submenu value, and then press theOK button.RIGHT button : Selects the year/month/day/hour/minute/date type.LEFT button : Moves the cursor to the [DATE/TIME] main menu if the cursor is at the firstitem of the date and time setup. In all other cases, the cursor will be shiftedto the left of its current position.UP and DOWN buttons: Changes the setting value.- Date type [YY/MM/DD] : year/ month/ day [MM/DD/YY] : month/ day/ year [DD/MM/YY] : day/ month/ yearSET UPFILEPWR SAVELANGUAGEFORMATDATE.TIMEBACK: SET:OK259204/ 05/ 0100:00YY/MM/DDSET UPFILEPWR SAVELANGUAGEFORMATDATE.TIMEBACK: SET:OK2592OFFDATEDATE & TIME
84Imprinting the recording dateFunction lampYou can turn on and off the function lamp located on the front of the camera.Setting the function lamp1. In any mode other than Voice Recording mode, press theMENU button.2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [SETUP]menu tab.3. Select the [LAMP] menu by pressing the UP/ DOWNbutton and press the RIGHT button.4. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP/ DOWNbutton and press the OK button. If [OFF] is selected : The fucntion lamp will not light up.If [ON] is selected : The function lamp will light up.Description of the Function lampFunction DescriptionPower onBlue light blinks and then turns off when the camera is ready to take a pictureAfter taking a pictureBlue lamp blinks onceWhile movie recordingBlue lamp blinks at a 1-second intervalWhile voice recording Blue lamp blinks at a 1-second intervalAfter selecting the remote modeBlue lamp blinks at a 1-second interval* The lamp will function while using the self-timer even if theconfiguration is set to off the lamp. (See p. 26)The Date & Time are imprinted at the bottom right side of the still image.The date will be imprinted as a DATE TYPE setting.TIME is imprinted in the following way : [Hour : Minute: Second] and hours are shownusing the 24 hour clock.The imprint function is applied only to still images.INFORMATIONWhile the self timer isfunctioningSET UPLANGUAGEFORMATDATE.TIMEIMPRINTLAMPBACK: SET:OK2592OFFON
85Sound If you set the operation sound to ON, various sounds will be activated for camera startup,when button are pressed, and if there is a card error, so that you can be aware of the cameraoperation status.Setting Operation Sounds1. In any mode other than Voice Recording mode, press theMENU button.2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [SETUP]menu tab.3. Select the [SOUND] menu by pressing the UP/ DOWNbutton and press the RIGHT button.4. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP/ DOWNbutton and press the OK button.- [SOUND] sub menu : OFF/ LOW/MEDIUM/ HIGHYou can adjust the LCD brightness.Adjusting LCD Brightness1. In any mode other than Voice Recording mode, press theMENU button.2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [SETUP]menu tab.3. Select the [LCD] menu by pressing the UP/ DOWN buttonand press the RIGHT button.4. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP/ DOWNbutton and press the OK button.- [LCD] sub menu : DARK, NORMAL, BRIGHTLCD brightnessSET UPFORMATDATE.TIMEIMPRINTLAMPSOUNDBACK: SET:OK2592OFFLOWMEDIUMHIGHSET UPDATE.TIMEIMPRINTLAMPSOUNDLCDBACK: SET:OK2592DARKNORMALBRIGHT
86Selecting Video out typeThe Movie output signal from the camera can be NTSC or PAL. Your choice of output will be governed by the type of device (monitor or TV, etc.) to which thecamera is connected. PAL mode can support only BDGHI.Setting the Video Out Type1. In any mode other than Voice Recording mode, press theMENU button.2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [SETUP]menu tab.3. Select the [VIDEO] menu by pressing the UP/ DOWNbutton and press the RIGHT button.4. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP/ DOWNbutton and press the OK button.- [VIDEO] sub menu : NTSC, PALNTSC : U.S.A, Canada, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Mexico.PAL : Australia, Austria, Belgium, China, Denmark, Finland, Germany, U.K., Holland,Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland,Thailand, Norway.When using a TV as an external monitor, you will need to select the external or AVchannel of the TV.There will be a digital noise on the external monitor, but it is not a malfunction.If the image is not in the centre of the screen, use the TV controls to centre it.When the camera is connected to an external monitor, the menu will be visible on theexternal monitor and the menu functions are the same as those indicated on the LCDmonitor.INFORMATIONConnecting to an external monitorIn RECORDING/ PLAY mode, you canview the stored still images or movie clipsby connecting the camera to an externalmonitor via the A/V cable. When thecamera is connected to an externalmonitor, the LCD monitor will be turned offautomatically.Yellow color-VideoWhite color-VoiceSET UPIMPRINTLAMPSOUNDLCDVIDEOBACK: SET:OK2592NTSCPAL
87Quick viewIf you enable Quick View before capturing an image, you can view the image you justcaptured on the LCD monitor for the duration set in the [Q.VIEW] setup. Quick view ispossible only with still images.Setting Quick View1. In any mode other than Voice Recording mode, press theMENU button.2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [SETUP]menu tab.3. Select the [Q.VIEW] menu by pressing the UP/ DOWNbutton and press the RIGHT button.4. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP/ DOWNbutton and press the OK button.[OFF] : The quick view function can’t be activated.[1 ~ 5 SEC] : The captured image is briefly displayed during the selected time.Connecting an External Device (USB)You can select an external device to which you want to connect the camera using the USBcable.Selecting an External Device1. In any mode other than Voice Recording mode, press theMENU button.2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [SETUP]menu tab.3. Select the [USB] menu by pressing the UP/ DOWN buttonand press the RIGHT button.4. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP/ DOWNbutton and press the OK button.COMPUTER : Select this if you want to connect the camera to your PC. Refer to page109 for instructions on how to connect the camera to your PC.PRINTER : Select this if you want to connect the camera to your printer. Refer to page74 for instructions on how to connect the camera to your printer.5. Press the menu button twice and the menu will disappear.SET UPSOUNDLCDVIDEOQ.VIEWUSBBACK: SET:OK2592COMPUTERPRINTERSET UPLAMPSOUNDLCDVIDEOQ.VIEWBACK: SET:OK25921 SEC
88Initialization(RESET ALL)All camera menu and function settings will be restored to their default values. However,values for DATE/TIME, LANGUAGE, and VIDEO OUT will not be changed.Initializing the Camera1. In any mode other than Voice Recording mode, press theMENU button.2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [SETUP]menu tab.3. Select the [RESET] menu by pressing the UP/ DOWNbutton and press the RIGHT button.4. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP/ DOWNbutton and press the OK button.If [NO] is selected : Settings will not be restored to their defaults.If [YES] is selected : All settings will be restored to their defaults.5. Press the menu button twice and the menu will disappear.Select cardThe camera has multi memory slots for an SD Memory Card (Multi Media Card) and MemoryStick Duo. The camera has multi memory slots for an SD Memory Card (Multi Media Card)and Memory Stick Duo. Select a memory card to use when both memory slots are loadedwith a memory card.Memory card selection1. In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode,press the MENU button.2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [SETUP]menu tab.3. Select the [CARD.SEL] menu by pressing the UP/ DOWNbutton and press the RIGHT button.4. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the desired submenu, and then press the OK button.[MS] : Selects Memory Stick DUO[SD/MMC] : Selects SD card or Multi Media Card* If all the slots are full, make sure that the card you want is selected before taking a picture. * Configure the submenu of the [CARD SEL.] menu to use the free space in the auxiliarymemory card when a [CARD FULL !] message is displayed.SET UPLCDVIDEOQ.VIEWUSBRESETBACK: SET:OK2592NOYESSET UPVIDEOQ.VIEWUSBRESETCARD SELECTBACK: SET:OK2592MSSD/MMC
89Setting up the MYCAM menuYou can set up a start up image, start up sound and shutter sound. Every camera workingmode (with the exception of Voice recording mode) has the MyCAM menu.The items indicated by are default settings.Menu tab Main menu PageIMAGE 1IMAGE 2 IMAGE 3OFF SOUND 1SOUND 2 SOUND 3OFF SOUND 1SOUND 2 SOUND 3OFFS.SOUNDSH.SOUNDP.89P.90P.90You can select the image that is first displayed on the LCD monitor whenever the camera isturned on.Setting a Startup Image1. In any mode with the exception of Voice Recordingmode, press the MENU button.2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [MyCAM]menu tab.3. Select the [S.IMAGE] menu by pressing the UP/ DOWNbutton and press the RIGHT button.4. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP/ DOWNbutton and press the OK button.Start up imageUse a saved image for the start-up image with the [LOGO] in the [RESIZE] menu in theplay mode. The start-up image will not be deleted by deleting all images or [FORMAT] menu.INFORMATIONOFFUSER IMAGESub menu* Menus are subject to change without prior notice. MY CAMSTART IMAGESTART SOUNDSH.SOUNDBACK: SET:OK2592OFF
90You can select the sound that is activated whenever the camera is turned on.Start up soundYou can select the shutter sound.Selecting the Shutter Sound1. In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode,press the MENU button.2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [MYCAM]menu tab.3. Select the [SH.SOUND] menu by pressing the UP/DOWN button and press the RIGHT button.4. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP/ DOWNbutton and press the OK button.Shutter soundSetting the Startup Sound1. In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode,press the MENU button.2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [MYCAM]menu tab.3. Select the [S.SOUND] menu by pressing the UP/ DOWNbutton and press the RIGHT button.4. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP/ DOWNbutton and press the OK button.MY CAMSTART IMAGESTART SOUNDSH.SOUNDBACK: SET:OK2592OFFSOUND1SOUND2SOUND3MY CAMSTART IMAGESTART SOUNDSH.SOUNDBACK: SET:OK2592OFFSH.SOUND1SH.SOUND2SH.SOUND3
91Important notesBe sure to observe the following precautions!This unit contains precision electronic components. Do not use or store this unit in thefollowing locations.- Areas exposed to severe changes in temperature and humidity.- Areas exposed to dust and dirt.- Areas exposed to direct sunlight or the inside of a vehicle in hot weather.- Environments where there is high magnetism or excessive vibration.- Areas with high explosives or highly flammable materials.Do not let the unit come into contact with dust, vinyl goods, or chemicals, such asinsecticides, for an extended period of time.Sand can be particularly troublesome to cameras.- Do not let sand get inside the unit when using it on beaches, coastal dunes, or other areaswhere there is lots of sand.- Doing so may result in failure or may permanently render the unit unusable.Extremes in temperature may cause problems.- If the camera is transferred from a cold to a warm and humid environment, condensationcan form on the delicate electronic circuitry. If this occurs, turn the camera off and wait for atleast 1 hour until all moisture is dispersed. Moisture build up can also occur in the memorycard. If this happens, turn off the camera and remove the memory card. Wait until themoisture has dispersed.Caution on Using the Lens- If the lens is subjected to direct sunlight, it could result in discoloration and deterioration ofthe image sensor.- Pay attention not to get fingerprints or foreign substances on the surface of the lens.If the digital camera is not used for a long period, an electric discharge can occur. It is a good idea to remove the batteries and the memory card if you do not intend using thecamera for an extended period of time.
92Important notesIf the camera is exposed to an electronic interference, it will turn itself off to protect thememory card.Camera Maintenance- Use a soft brush (available from photo stores) to gently clean the lens and LCD assemblies.If this does not work, lens-cleaning paper with lens cleaning fluid can be used.Clean the camera body with a soft cloth. Do not allow this camera to come into contact withsolvent materials such as benzol, insecticide, thinners etc. This may damage the body shellof the camera and also affect its performance. Rough handling can damage the LCDmonitor. Take care to avoid damage and keep the camera in its protective carry case at alltimes when not in use.Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the camera.Under certain conditions, static electricity can cause the flash unit to fire. This is not harmful tothe camera and is not a malfunction.When images are uploaded or downloaded, the data transfer may be affected by staticelectricity. In this case, disconnect and re-connect the USB cable before trying the transferagain.
93Warning indicatorThere are several warnings that may appear on the LCD displayWarning indicator Causes Remedy- Turn off the camera power and turn iton again- Insert the memory card again- Format the memory card (p.82)- Memory card error- There is insufficientmemory capacity to takean image- There are no images storedon the memory card- A memory card is not inserted- The camera can trecognize the memory card- File error- Memory card error- There is low batterycapacity - The memory card islockedCARD ERROR !CARD FULL !NO IMAGE !NO CARD !FILE ERROR !LOW BATTERY !CARD LOCKED !- Insert a new memory card- Delete unnecessary image files tofree up some memory- Take images- Insert a memory card that is holdingsome images- Insert a memory card- Insert the memory card again- Turn off the camera power and turn iton again- Format the memory card- Contact a camera service center- Insert fresh batteries- MS DUO : Slide the write protect switch tothe bottom of the memory card- SD : Slide the write protect switch to thetop of the memory card- When taking pictures indark placesLOW LIGHT ! - Use a tripod and take pictures inFlash Photography mode
94Before contacting a service centerPlease check the followingSymptom Causes Remedy- Insert fresh batteries- Connect an AC Power Adapter- Insert the batteries according to thepolarity marks (+, -)- There is low batterycapacity- An AC Power Adapter isnot connected- Batteries are insertedincorrectly with thereverse polarities- The batteries are exhausted- The Camera is turned offautomatically- The Adapter plug is notconnected securely- The Camera is beingused in low temperatures- The memory card is notinserted- There is insufficientmemory capacity- The memory card hasnot been formatted- The memory card isexhausted- The camera’s power is off- The batteries are exhausted- The memory card islocked- Batteries are insertedincorrectly with thereverse polaritiesThe cameradoesn t switch onThe camerapower ceaseswhilst in useBatteries drainquicklyCamera doesnot take imageswhen pressingthe Shutterbutton- Insert fresh batteries- Press the power button to reactivatecamera- Remove and re-insert the plug- Keep the camera in warm conditions (i.e. inside a coat or jacket) and onlyremove it in order to take images- After turning the camera off, insert anew memory card- Delete unnecessary image files- Format the memory card (p.82)- Insert a new memory card- Turn the camera power on- Insert fresh batteries- Refer to [CARD LOCKED!] errormessage (p.73)- Insert the batteries according to thepolarity marks (+, -)- The camera was stoppeddue to a malfunctionThe camerasuddenly stopsworking while inuse- Remove /re-insert batteries and switchthe camera on
95Before contacting a service centerSymptom Causes Remedy- A picture was takenwithin 0.8 m from thesubject without setting anappropriate macro mode- Taking a picture beyondthe flash range- The lens is smudged ordirty- Flash off mode has beenselectedThe images areunclearThe flash doesnot fire- If the subject is closer than 0.8m,select macro shot mode- Take a picture within the flash range- Clean the lens- Dis-engage flash off mode - Reset the date and time correctly- The date and time havebeen set incorrectly orthe camera has adoptedthe default settings- Camera malfunction- Incorrect memory cardformatIncorrect dateand time isdisplayedThe camerabuttons do notoperate A card error hasoccurred whilethe memorycard is in thecamera.- Remove /re-insert batteries and switchthe camera on- Re-format the memory card (p.82)- Incorrect file name(Violation of DCF format)The imagesdon't play back - Do not change the image file name
96Before contacting a service centerSymptom Causes Remedy- White balance setting isincorrect- Exposure is excessive- Cable connection isincorrect- The camera is off- There are no batteries,the batteries areexhausted or the ACadapter is not connected.- The operating system isnot Windows 98, 98SE,2000, ME, XP/ Mac OS9.0 ~ 10.2. Alternativelythe PC does not supportUSB- The camera driver is notinstalledColour of imageis different tothe originalsceneImages are toobrightWhen using thePC’s explorer,the [RemovableDisk] file doesnot show- Select appropriate White balance- Reset exposure compensation- The external monitor hasnot been connectedproperly with the camera- There are incorrect filesin the memory cardNo image onexternal monitor- Check the connection cables- Insert a memory card that has correctfiles- Check the connection- Turn the camera on- Insert new batteries or check theadapter connection- Install Windows 98, 98SE, 2000, ME,XP/ Mac OS 9.0 ~ 10.2 to PC thatsupports USB- Install a [USB Storage Driver]
97SpecificationsType 1/1.8" CCDEffective Pixel Approx. 5.0 Mega-pixelTotal Pixel Approx. 5.3 Mega-pixelSchneider Lens f = 7.7 ~ 23.1mm (35mm film equivalent : 38~114mm)F No. F2.7 ~ F4.9Still Image mode : 1.0X ~ 5.0X Play mode : 1.0X ~ 9.0X (depends on image size)Optical ViewfinderReal image optical viewfinderLCD Monitor 2.0" color TFT LCD(117,600 dots, Rotating LCD)Type TTL auto focus, Manual focusNormal : 80cm ~ infinityMacro : 4 ~ 80cm (Wide), 30 ~ 80cm (Tele) Type Mechanical and Electronic shutterSpeed2 ~ 1/2,000 sec. (Manual, Night Scene Mode : 15 ~ 1/2,000 sec.)Program AE, Shutter Priority AE, Aperture Priority AE or Manual ExposureMetering : Multi, SpotCompensation 2EV (0.5EV steps)ISO Equivalent Auto, 50, 100, 200, 400ModesAuto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Slow sync., Fill-in flash, Flash offRange Wide : 0.3 ~ 3.0m, Tele : 0.3 ~ 2.0mRecharging TimeApprox. 6 sec.Sharpness Soft, Normal, VividEffect Normal, B&W, Sepia, NEGATIVE ,RGBWhite BalanceAuto, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent_L, Fluorescent_H, Tungsten, CustomVoice Recording (max. 1 hour)Voice Memo in Still Image (max. 10 sec.)Date Imprinting Date &Time, Date, Off (user selectable)Modes : Auto, Program, Myset, A/S/M, Voice, Night Scene, Scene* Scene : Portrait, Children, Landscape, Close-up, Sunset, Dawn,Backlight, Fireworks, Beach & SnowContinuous : Single, Continuous, AEBSelf-timer : 2 sec., 10 sec., Remote control (optional)With Audio (recording time : memory capacity dependent)Size : 640x480, 320x240Frame rate : 30 fps, 15 fpsMulti Memory Card Slot (SD/MMC, Memory Stick Duo, MS Pro compatible)- SD : up to 512MB guaranteed- Memory Stick Duo : up to 512MB guaranteedImage SensorLensFocal LengthRangeControlDigital ZoomViewfinderFocusingShutterExposureFlashVoice RecordingShootingMovie ClipStill ImageMedia
98SpecificationsStill Image : JPEG (DCF), EXIF 2.2, DPOF 1.1, PictBridge 1.0Movie Clip : MOV (MPEG-4)Audio : WAV (G.711)2592 : 2592x1944 pixels, 2272 : 2272x1704 pixels,2048 : 2048x1536 pixels, 1600 : 1600x1200 pixels,1024 : 1024x768 pixels, 640 : 640x480 pixels2592 : TIFF 1, S.Fine 12, Fine 23, Normal 35 2272 : TIFF 2, S.Fine 15, Fine 30, Normal 452048 : TIFF 3, S.Fine 18, Fine 36, Normal 531600 : TIFF 5, S.Fine 30, Fine 61, Normal 911024 : TIFF 12, S.Fine 70, Fine 132, Normal 183640 : TIFF 29, S.Fine 183, Fine 305, Normal 457* These figures are measured under Samsung’s standard conditionsand may vary depending on shooting conditions and camera settings.Single image, Thumbnails, Slide show, Movie clipTrimming, ResizingDigital output connector : USB 2.0Audio : MonoVideo output : NTSC, PAL (user selectable)DC power input connector : 5.0VPrimary battery : 2 x AA alkaline, Lithium, Ni-Mn, Ni-Zn / 1 x CR-V3Rechargeable battery : 3.7V Li-ion (SLB-1437), 2 x AA Ni-MH, Ni-Cd / 1 x I-Pack (SBP-1303)AC Adapter : SAC-51 * Included power source may vary depending on sales region.Dimensions (WxHxD) 106.5 x 57 x 38.5 mm Weight 190g (without batteries and card)Operating Temperature 0 ~ 40 Operating Humidity 5 ~ 85 %Storage Driver (Windows98/98SE/2000/ME/XP, Mac OS 9.0 ~ 10.2)Digimax Viewer, QuickTime Player, ArcSoft PhotoImpression MPEG-4 VGA 30fps Movie Clip2.0"Rotating LCD monitorA World Unique 9 Different Power SourceA World Superior Schneider LensMulti Memory Card Slot (SD/MMC, Memory Stick Duo/ MS Pro compatible)Superb 4cm Macro, * Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.* All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.Capacity (32MB)Image SizeFile FormatStorageInterfaceImage Play TypeEditingPower SourceSpecial FeaturesSoftware Camera DriverApplication
99Software NotesPlease 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 bereproduced.Copyrights for software are licensed only for use with a camera.In the unlikely event of a manufacturing fault, we will repair or exchange your camera. We cannot, however, be held responsible in any way for damage caused by inappropriateuse.Using a Hand-made PC or a PC and OS that has not been guaranteed by the manufacturer isnot covered by the Samsung warranty.Before reading this manual, you should have a basic knowledge of computers and O/S(Operating Systems).System RequirementsFor Windows For MacintoshPower Mac G3 or laterWindows 98/98SE/2000/ME/XP Mac OS 9.0 ~ 10.2Minimum 32MB RAM (XP : 128MB) Minimum 64MB RAM140MB of available hard-disk space 110MB of available hard-disk spaceUSB port USB portCD-ROM drive CD-ROM driveQuickTime 6.0 or later for Movie ClipPC with processor better than MMX Pentium 233MHz (XP : Pentium II 300MHz)800x600 pixels, 16-bit colour displaycompatible monitor (24-bit color displayrecommended)
100About the softwareAfter inserting the CD-ROM provided with this camera into the CD-ROM drive, the followingwindow should automatically run.Before connecting the camera to thePC, you should first install the cameradriver.Figures (Images) used for the manualare based on model Digimax V50.Camera driver : This enables images to transfer between the camera and PC.This camera uses the USB Storage Driver as the camera driver. You can use the camera asa USB card reader. After installing the driver and connecting this camera to the PC, you canfind [Removable Disk] in [Windows Explorer] or [My computer]. A USB Storage Driver isprovided only for Windows. A USB Driver for MAC is not included with the Application CD.But you can use the camera with Mac OS 9.0 ~ 10.2.QuickTime Player : The program for playing back QuickTime movies (.mov). It can also playvideo files compressed with MPEG4 codec.Digimax Viewer : This is a program for viewing stored images.You can see the stored images in the memory directly on a PC monitor. You can also copy,move or delete the images and enlarge/downscale the image sizes with Digimax Viewer.This software is only compatible with Windows.PhotoImpression : Image editing program.You can edit or store still images that you download from the camera. This software is onlycompatible with Windows.Be sure to check the system requirements (page 99) before installing the driver.You should allow 5~10 seconds for running the automatic setup program according to thecapability of the computer. If the frame does not show, run the [Windows Explorer] andselect [Samsung.exe] in the CD-ROM Drive root directory.INFORMATION
101Setting up the application softwareTo use this camera with a PC, install the application software first. After this has been done, the stored images in the camera can be moved to the PC and can beedited by an image editing program.You can visit the Samsung web-site through the internet.http://www.samsungcamera.com : Englishhttp://www.samsungcamera.co.kr : KoreanClose other programs before installing the application software.Before installing the application software, disconnect the USB connection.INFORMATION 4. A Welcome window will appear. Click [Next >] to proceed to the next screen.[Click !]1. Click the [Install] menu in the Autorun frame. The camera driver is installed automatically. 2. Installation is complete. Click the [Finish] button.3. Click [Next >] to begin installing QuickTime.[Click !][Click !][Click !]
102Setting up the application software5. The Software License Agreement window will open, askingyou to agree to the licensing. Use the button on the bottomleft to select the language of your choice, and then click[Agree] to accept the license agreement. The installationwill proceed to the next stage. If you do not agree to thelicense agreement, click [Disagree]. The installation will becanceled. If the language of your choice is not listed, pleaseselect [English].6. A window will open, asking you to select a destinationfolder where the files will be copied to. Click [Next >]. Tocopy the files to another folder, click [Browse..] Browse to afolder you want to copy the files to.7. The Choose Installation Type window will open. Click [Next >].[Minimum] : Installs required files only.[Recommended] : Installs required files and the mostcommonly used optional files.[Custom] : Allows you to install only thecomponents you choose.8. A window will open, asking you to choose a folder to whichprogram icons will be added. Click [Next >]. If you want toadd the program icons to a different folder, choose anotherfolder, and then click [Next >].[Click !][Click !][Click !]9. The Enter Registration window appears. Enter your name and organization in the respective fields,and then click [Next >]. You do not have to enter a registration number.[Click !]
Setting up the application software10313. Specify the file types you want toassociate with QuickTime. Click [Finish].14. Installation is complete. Click [Close].11. Set the transfer rate for downloadingcontent from the Internet, and then click[Next >].12. Set up your browser for QuickTime plug-in.Click [Next >].The QuickTime program folder will appear.Click on the Close button to close the folder.10. The QuickTime Settings - Introductionwindow appears. Click [Next >].[Click !][Click !][Click !][Click !][Click !][Click !]
104Setting up the application software16. The [Digimax Viewer 2.1] installation window will bedisplayed as shown alongside. Click the [Next] button.[Click !]If you select [Cancel] at step 16, a window for installing PhotoImpression will bedisplayed.INFORMATION15. A window where you can choose the program you wantto install will appear. Click [Install]. For information onapplication software, please refer to page 100.* The QuickTime Player will launch, the readme file will open, and the Step 15 window will open.Click on the Close 1 and Close 2 buttons to exit the program.If you select [Cancel] , the application program installation will be cancelled.17. The Software License Agreement window will bedisplayed. If you agree to this, click [Yes], the window willthen move to the next step. If you disagree, click [ No ]and the installation program will be canceled.[Click !][Click !][Close 1button][Close 2button]
105Setting up the application software18. A destination selection window will open.Click [Next >]. To copy to the files to anotherfolder, click [Browse..] and choose a folderyou want.[Click!]19. A window will open, asking you to choose afolder to which program icons will be added.Click [Next >] button. If you want to add the program icons to adifferent folder, choose another folder, andthen click [Next >] button.If you click [Cancel] in Step 21, the PhotoImpression installation will be canceled and theRestart Computer window will appear.INFORMATION[Click!]20. Digimax Viewer installation is successfullycompleted. Click the [Finish] button to installPhotoImpression.The system will not rebooteven the [Yes, I want to restart the computernow] option is selected.*The frame 8 may not appear according tothe system requirements. [Click!]21. Digimax Viewer Installation is completed. The PhotoImpression installation window willbe displayed as shown alongside. Click the [OK] button.[Click!]22. A Welcome window will be displayed.Click the [Next >] button.[Click!]
106Setting up the application software23. The Software License Agreement windowwill be displayed. If you agree to this, click[Yes], the window will then move to the nextstep. If you disagree, click [No] and theinstallation program will be canceled.[Click!]24. A destination selection window will open.Click [Next >]. To copy to the files to anotherfolder, click [Browse...] and choose a folderyou want.[Click!]25. The [Select Components] window willappear. Click [Next >] button.[Click!]26. A window will open, asking you to choose afolder to which program icons will be added.Click [Next >] button. If you want to add the program icons to adifferent folder, choose another folder, andthen click [Next >] button.[Click!]
107Setting up the application software27. Installation is complete. To apply changes,you must restart the computer. Select [Yes, Iwant to restart my computer now], and thenclick [Finish].28. After restarting the computer, connect the PC to the camera with the USB cable.30. If you can see [Removable Disk] under [Mycomputer], the camera driver installation wassuccessful. Now you can transfer image files from thecamera to PC via the USB cable.[Click!]29. Turn the camera power on. [Found NewHardware Wizard] will open and thecomputer will recognize the camera.If you have ever installed an image viewerprogram or your OS is Windows XP, animage viewer program will open. If the image viewer program opens, thecamera driver was setup successfully.
108Setting up the application softwareIf you have installed the camera driver, [Found New Hardware Wizard] may not open.On a Windows 98 or 98 SE system, the Found New Hardware Wizard dialog box opensand a window asking you to select a driver file may appear. In this case, specify "USBDriver" in the CD supplied. (for Windows 98 and 98 SE).When connecting the camera to your PC, it is recommended that you use an AC poweradapter.Before connecting the camera to the PC, You should first install the camera driver.After installing the camera driver, you have to restart your PC.If you connect the camera to the PC before installing the camera driver, the [Found NewHardware Wizard] will open.In this case, cancel the [Found New Hardware Wizard] and disconnect the camera. Installthe camera driver and connect the camera to the PC again.Should the computer not find the camera driver after installation, please try one or more ofthe following measures.1. Delete the camera driver (p.112), and re-install the driver.2. Refer to FAQ (p.119) to check for a possible solution to the problem.3. If your PC’s central processing unit is VIA chip (This is shown in the USB HostController), download the patch file from the Samsung Camera web page.(http://www.samsungcamera.com)INFORMATION
109Starting PC ModeThe camera driver must be installed before using PC mode.To save battery power, it is recommended that you use an AC adapter (Optional) whenconnecting the camera to a computer.INFORMATIONIf you connect the USB cable to a USB port on your PC and then turn on the power, thecamera will automatically switch to "computer connection mode".In this mode, you can download stored images to your PC through the USB cable.The LCD monitor is always turned off in PC mode.The auto focus lamp will blink when the files are transferring via the USB connection.Connecting the camera to a PC1. Turn the PC power on.2. Turn the camera power on.3. In any mode other than Voice Recording mode, pressthe MENU button.4. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [SETUP]menu tab.5. Select the [USB] menu by pressing the UP/ DOWNbutton and press the RIGHT button.6. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select[COMPUTER], and then press the OK button.7. Press the menu button twice and the menu will disappear.8. Connect the PC and the camera via the USB cable.- Insert the small plug of the USB cable into the camera USB connection terminal.- Insert the large connector of the USB cable into the USB port of the PC.- The plugs must be firmly inserted.Disconnecting the camera and PC : Refer to page 114 (Removing the removable disk).If you selected [PRINTER] in Step 6,when you connect the camera to yourcomputer, the [CONNECTING...]message will be displayed on the LCDmonitor and the connection will not beestablished. In this case, disconnect theUSB cable, and then follow the procedurefrom Step 3 and onward.SET UPBACK: SET:OKLCDVIDEOQ.VIEWUSBRESETCOMPUTERPRINTER
110Starting PC Mode3. Select an image and press the right mousebutton.4. A pop-up menu will open.Click [Cut] or [Copy] menu.- [Cut] : cuts a selected file.- [Copy] : copies files.Downloading stored imagesYou can download the still images stored on the camera to your PC's hard disk and printthem or use a photo editing software to edit them.1. Connect the camera to your PC with the USB cable.2. On your computer's desktop display, select[My computer] and double click [RemovableDisk DCIM 100SSCAM].The image files will then be displayed.5. Click a folder where you want to paste the file.
111Starting PC Mode6. Press the right mouse button and a pop-upmenu will open. Click [Paste].7. An image file is transferred from the camera toyour PC.- By using [Digimax Viewer], you can see the stored images in the memory directly on the PCmonitor and you can copy or move the image files.
112Removing the USB Driver for Windows 98SETo remove the USB driver, refer to the process shown below.1. Trace [Start Settings] and click [Control Panel].[Click !]4. Uninstallation is complete. Click the [Finish] button and the window willdisappear.[Click !]2. Double-click [Add/Remove programs].3. The [Add/Remove Programs Properties] windowwill open. Click [Digimax V50] and click the[Add/Remove] button.
113Removable DiskTo use this camera as a Removable Disk, install (p.101) 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 thePC.Important information whilst using the Removable DiskThe [Removable Disk] indicator will not show when the camera power is off or the USBcable is removed.We recommend that you should copy the images to the PC to view them. Openingimages directly from the removable disk may be subject to unexpected disconnection.When uploading images from the PC to the camera, ensure that the uploaded file namesare not the same as those already stored on the memory. When you upload a file that is not taken by this camera to Removable Disk, the [FILEERROR!] message will be displayed on the LCD monitor in the PLAY mode, and nothingis displayed in THUMBNAIL mode.The auto focus lamp will blink, when a file istransferred (copy or deletion) between the PC andthe camera. Do not remove the USB cable untilthe lamp stops blinking. To remove the USB cablein Windows 2000/ME/XP, use the [Unplug or EjectHardware] icon on the task bar.INFORMATION
114Removing the removable disk[Click!][Double-click!][Click!][Click!]Windows 98SE1. Check whether the camera and PC are transferring a file. If the auto focus lamp blinks, youhave to wait until the lamp illuminates.2. Unplug the USB cable.Windows 2000/ME/XP(The illustrations may be different from the real display in accordance with the Windows O/S.)1. Check whether the camera and PC are transferring a file. If the auto focus lamp blinks, youhave to wait until the lamp illuminates.2. Double-click the [Unplug or Eject Hardware]icon on the task bar.3. The [Unplug or Eject Hardware] window willopen. Select the [USB Mass Storage Device]and click the [Stop] button.4. The [Stop a Hardware device] window willopen. Select the [SAMSUNG Digimax V50USB Device] and click the [OK] button.5. A [Safe to Remove Hardware] window willopen. Click the [OK] button.
115Removing the removable disk1. A USB Driver for MAC is not included with the software CD as MAC OS supports thecamera driver.2. Check the MAC OS. You can check the MAC OS version during MAC OS start-up. Thiscamera is compatible with MAC OS 9.0 ~ 10.2.3. Connect the camera to the Macintosh and turn the camera power on.4. A new icon will be displayed on the desktop after connecting the camera to the MAC.Using the USB Driver for MACSetting up the USB Driver for MAC1. Double click a new icon on the desktop and the folder in the memory will be displayed.2. Select an image file and copy or move it to MAC.For Mac OS 10.0 or later : First complete uploading from computer to camera and thenremove the removable disk with the Extract command.Memory Stick Duo/ Pro Duo can only be recognized in the Mac OS 10.0 or later. CAUTION6. A [Unplug or Eject Hardware] window willopen. Click the [Close] button and theremovable disk will be removed safely.7. Unplug the USB cable.[Click!]
116Digimax Viewer 2.1This software is only compatible with Windows.1. To open Digimax Viewer, click the [Start ProgramsSamsung Digimax Viewer 2.1 Digimax Viewer2.1 ] and Digimax Viewer 2.1 will then open. 3. You can easily use the Digimax viewer 2.1 program asit offers a FILE menu and TOOL bar.And, you can usethe pop up menu. Click an image and press the rightmouse button.Digimax Viewer functions are listed below.- Basic functions : Copy, Move, Delete, Rotate, Rename, changing file type, Resize,Property.- Advanced functions : Print, Slide show, Export, Sending e-mail, On-line print, Web album etc.2. If the [Auto Launch] option is selected, this program will be executed automatically withrecognizing the camera.Before deleting images from the camera, you should protect or download images to yourcomputer that you wish to keep.Refer to the [Help] menu in Digimax viewer 2.1 for further information.INFORMATION
117Using PhotoImpressionYou can use PhotoImpression to perform the following tasks.With PhotoImpression, you can edit or store still images that you downloaded from the camera.This software is only available in Windows version.To start the program, click [Start Programs ArcSoft PhotoImpression PhotoImpression].The following screen will appear.[ Command Button ][ Tool Bar ]Command Button[ Help Button ]Button DescriptionImports a picture from an album, a source folder, or the camera/scanner, orcaptures screen shots of what is being viewed on the current monitor.Selects Cut, Resize, Edit Image, Insert Text, Enhance Picture, InsertEffects, or Layer.Performs Insert Frame, Insert Borders, Insert Calendar, Insert GreetingCards, Insert Template, or Connect with Other Software.Saves the edited picture, and sends an e-mail or uses it as the backgroundimage.Outputs the edited picture according to your preferences.
118Using PhotoImpressionFor detailed instructions on how to use PhotoImpression, please refer to the program'sHelp.INFORMATIONTool BarButton Description Button DescriptionResize LayerFlip Layer HorizontallyUndoCopyDelete LayerRotate LayerRotate All LayersRedoPasteClose Picture
119FAQPlease 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 PCmode.[Case 2] USB Driver is not installed correctly.Install the USB Driver correctly. Refer to page 101.[Case 3] The USB cable is not connected or you are using a cable with an incorrectspecification.Use a USB cable with the correct specification.[Case 4] The camera is not recognized by your PC. Sometimes, the camera may appear under [Unknown Devices] in DeviceManager.Install the camera driver correctly.Turn off the camera, remove the USB cable, plug in the USB cable again, andthen turn on the camera.[Case 5] There is an unexpected error during file transferTurn the camera power off and on again. Transfer the file again.[Case 6] How do I know my computer supports a USB Interface?Check the USB port in your computer or keyboard.Check the OS version. A USB Interface is available in Windows 98, 98SE,2000, ME .XP.Check [Universal serial bus controller] in Device Manager. Do the following tocheck [Universal serial bus controller].Win 98/ME : Trace [Start Settings Control Panel System Device Manager Universal Serial Bus controllers].Win 2000 : Trace [Start Settings Control Panel System Hardware Device Manager Universal Serial Buscontrollers].
120FAQWin XP : Trace [Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance System Hardware Device Manager Universal Serial Buscontrollers].There must be USB Host Controller and USB root hub under [Universal serialbus controller].In addition, double-click on the USB Universal Host Controller and the USBRoot Hub to check if the Device Status states "This device is working properly".If the Device Status says the device is "not working properly", click the "Driver"tab and then click [Update Driver] or [Reinstall Driver].When all the conditions mentioned above are met, the computer can supportthe USB interface.[Case 7] When using the USB hub.There may be a problem in connecting the camera to the PC through the USBhub if the PC and the hub are not compatible. Wherever possible, connect thecamera to the PC directly.[Case 8] Are other USB cables connected to the PC?The camera may malfunction when it is connected to the PC at the same timeas another USB cable. In this case, disconnect the other USB cable, andconnect only one USB cable to the camera.[Case 9] When I open the Device Manager (by clicking Start (Settings) ControlPanel (Performance and Maintenance) System (Hardware) DeviceManager), there are Unknown Devices or Other Devices entries with ayellow question mark(?) beside them or devices with an exclamation mark(!)beside them.Right-click on the entry with the question(?) or exclamation (!) mark and select"Remove". Restart the PC and connect the camera the again. For Windows 98PC, remove the camera driver also, restart the PC, and then reinstall thecamera driver.Double-click on the entry with the question (?) or exclamation (!) mark, click the"Driver" tab, and click [Update Driver] or [Reinstall Driver]. If a message appearsasking you to specify the location of the appropriate device driver, specify "USBDriver" in the CD supplied.
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