User Manual
Thank you for buying a Samsung Camera.
This manual will guide you through using the camera, including
capturing images, downloading images and using the application software.
Please read this manual carefully before using your new camera.
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Instructions
Use this camera in the following order
Set up the camera driver
Before connecting the camera to a PC, via
the USB cable, you will need to set up the
camera driver. Install the camera driver
that is contained in Application software
CD-ROM. (p.68)
Take a picture
Take a picture. (p.14)
Insert the USB cable
Insert the supplied USB cable into the
PC’s USB port and the camera’s USB
connection terminal. (p.70)
Check the camera’s power
Check the camera’s power. If the power is
turned off, press the camera button to turn
it on.
Check [Removable Disk]
Open Window’s EXPLORER and search
for [Removable Disk]. (p.72)
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.
Getting to know your camera
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 battery, Memory card etc.) to the A/S centre.
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.
All brand and product names appearing in this manual are registered trademarks
of their respective companies.
The contents and illustrations of this manual are subject to change without prior
notice for upgrading the camera functions.
Samsung Techwin cares for the environment at all product
manufacturing stages to preserve the environment, and is
taking a number of steps to provide customers with more
environment-friendly products. The Eco mark represents
Samsung Techwin’s will to create environment-friendly
products, and indicates that the product satisfies the EU
RoHS Directive.
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Danger
Caution
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in a minor or moderate injury.
Leaking, overheating, or burst battery could result in fire or injury.
Use battery with the correct specification for the camera.
Do not short circuit, heat or dispose of battery in fire.
Do not insert the battery with the polarities reversed.
Remove the battery when not planning to use the camera for a long period of
time. Battery may leak corrosive electrolyte and permanently 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 Charger.
After use, always switch off the camera before unplugging the cable 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.
Take care not to touch the lens or lens cover to avoid taking an unclear image
and possibly causing camera malfunction.
Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image.
Credit cards may be demagnetized if left near a camera case. Avoid leaving
magnetic strip cards near the case.
After turning on the camera, Check whether the battery type and the camera
setting set on the [Setup] > [Battery Type] menu (p.60) are same or not.
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
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 centre.
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. You must contact your
dealer or Samsung Camera Service centre. 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.
Warning
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
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.
For safety reasons keep this product and accessories out of reach of children or
animals to prevent accidents e.g.:
Swallowing battery 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.
Battery 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 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 Charger. 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.
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Contents
READY
System chart 4
Identification of features 5
Front & Top5
Back & Bottom 6
Bottom / 5-function button7
Self-timer lamp 8
Camera Status Lamp 8
Mode icon 8
Connecting to a Power Source 8
Inserting the memory card 9
Instructions on how to use the memory card10
When Using the Camera for the First Time12
RECORDING
LCD monitor indicator 13
Starting the recording mode 14
How to use the AUTO mode 14
How to use the PROGRAM mode 14
How to use the MANUAL mode 14
How to use the MOVIE CLIP mode15
Recording the movie clip without voice15
Pausing while recording a movie clip15
Night / Portrait / Children mode 16
How to use the SCENE mode 16
How to use the VOICE
RECORDING mode 17
Things to Watch Out for When
Taking Pictures 17
Using the camera buttons to set
the camera 18
POWER button 18
Shutter button 18
ZOOM W / T button18
Voice recording / Voice memo /
UP button 20
Macro / Down button 20
Focus lock 21
Flash / Left button 22
Self-timer / Right button 23
MENU / OK button 24
E (Effect) button 25
Special Effect : Colour25
Special Effect : Preset focus frames26
Special Effect : Composite shooting27
Special Effect : Photo Frame 28
Movie Clip frame stabiliser 29
+ / - button 29
Using the LCD monitor to set the
camera settings32
How to use the menu 32
Size 33
Quality / Frame rate33
Metering 34
Continuous shot 34
Sharpness 35
OSD (On Screen Display) information 35
PLAY
Starting play mode 36
Playing back a still image 36
Playing back a movie clip 36
How to capture the movie clip 37
Playing back a recorded voice 38
LCD monitor Indicator 38
Using the camera buttons to set
the camera 39
Thumbnail / Enlargement button 39
Voice memo / Up button 40
Play & Pause / Down button 41
E (Effect) button 41
Delete button 42
Printer button 42
Left / Right / Menu / OK button 43
Setting up the play back function
using the LCD monitor 43
Starting the slide show 45
Protecting images 46
Deleting images 47
Resize 47
Rotating an image 48
DPOF 48
DPOF : Standard49
DPOF : Index 49
DPOF : Print size50
Copy To Card 50
On Screen Display information 51
PictBridge 51
PictBridge : Picture Selection 52
PictBridge : Print Setting 52
PictBridge : Printing 53
PictBridge : Reset 54
SETUP
Setup menu 54
File name 55
Auto power off 56
Language 56
Formatting a memory 57
Setting up the Date / Time / Date type 57
Imprinting the recording date 57
Sound 58
Connecting an External Device (USB)58
Auto Focus lamp 58
LCD brightness 58
Selecting Video out type 59
Quick view 59
Initialisation 60
Selecting a battery type 60
Setting up the Mycam menu 60
Start up image 60
Start up sound 61
Shutter sound 61
Important notes61
Warning indicator 63
Before contacting a service centre63
Specifications 65
SOFTWARE
Software Notes 67
System Requirements 67
About the software 67
Setting up the application software68
Starting PC mode 70
Removing the removable disk72
Setting up the USB Driver for MAC72
Using the USB Driver for MAC 72
Removing the USB Driver for
Windows 98SE 73
Digimax Master73
FAQ 76
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System chart
Please check that you have the correct contents before using this product. The contents can vary depending on the sales region. To buy the optional equipment, contact your
nearest Samsung dealer or Samsung service centre.
< Included items >
Camera case
User manual,
Product warranty
Camera strap
Software CD
(see p.67)
Computer
(see p.70)
PictBridge compatible
printer (see p.51)
DPOF compatible
printer (see p.48)
SD memory card / MMC
(see p.9)
USB cable
AV cable
Rechargeable battery
(SNB-2512)
AA Alkaline
Batteries
AC cord
Charger (SBC-N2)
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External monitor
(see p.59)
Identification of features
Front & Top
Mode dial
Shutter button
Strap eyelet
Power button
Speaker
Flash
Self-timer lamp /
Auto focus lamp
Lens / Lens cover
Microphone
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Identification of features
Back & Bottom
Camera status lamp
LCD monitor
Zoom W button (Thumbnail)
Zoom T button (Digital zoom)
E (Effects) button
+/- button, Delete button
Play mode / Printer button
5 function button
Tripod socket
USB / AV connection terminal
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Identification of features
Bottom / 5-function button
Battery chamber cover
Voice memo / Voice Recording / Up button
Memory card slot
Battery chamber
Flash /
Left button
Menu / OK button
Self-timer /
Right button
Macro / Down button
Play & Pause button
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