User’s 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.
Instructions ƈ 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.117) Take a picture. (p.24) Take a picture Insert the USB cable Check the camera’s power Check [Removable Disk] Insert the supplied USB cable into the PC’s USB port and the camera’s USB connection terminal. (p.127) Check the camera’s power.
Contents READY ƃGetting to know your camera ƃDanger/ Warning ƃCaution/ An FCC warning ƃSystem chart ƃIdentification of features ƃCradle ƃConnecting to a Power Source ƈUsing the SAC-41 ƈHow to charge the rechargeable battery (SLB-0737) with the SAC-41 ƈImportant information about battery (SLB-0737) charging with the SAC-41 ƈUsing the battery/ Removing the battery ƃInstructions on how to use the memory card ƃInserting the memory card ƃRemoving the memory card ƃWhen Using the Camera for the First Time 5 6 7 8
Contents ƃPlay & Pause/ Down button 70 ƃDelete button 70 ƃLeft/ Right/ Menu/ OK button 71 ƃAlbum button 72 ƃSetting up the play back function using the LCD monitor 75 ƃStarting the slide show 78 ƃProtecting images 80 ƃDeleting images 81 ƃResize 82 ƃEffect 83 ƃRotating an image/ DPOF 84 ƃCopy To Card 87 ƃOSD Information 88 ƃPictBridge 89 SETUP ƃSetup menu ƃFile name ƃAuto power off ƃLanguage ƃFormatting a memory card ƃSetting up the Date/ Time/ Date type ƃImprinting the recording date ƃSound ƃConnecting an
Getting to know your camera Thank you for buying a Samsung Digital Camera. ƃ Prior to using this camera, please read the user manual thoroughly. ƃ 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. ƃ 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.
Danger ƈ 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. ƈ Please do not use this product in close proximity to flammable or explosive gases, as this could increase the risk of explosion. ƈ Should any form of liquid or a foreign object enter the camera, do not use it.
Caution ƈ Leaking, overheating, or burst battery could result in fire or injury. ҮUse battery with the correct specification for the camera. ҮDo not short circuit, heat or dispose of battery in fire. ҮDo not insert the battery with the reverse polarities. ƈ 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. ƈ Do not fire the flash while it is in contact with hands or objects.
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 > Pouch DPOF compatible printer (see p.85) User manual, Product warranty Camera strap Software CD (see p.115, 116) SD memory card/MMC (see p.
System chart System Requirements For Windows Computer USB cable PictBridge compatible printer(see p.89) AV cable ҮWindows 98/ 98SE/ 2000/ ME/ XP ҮPC with processor better than Pentium II 450MHz (Pentium 700MHz or better is recommended) Ү200MB of available hard-disk space (Over 1GB is recommended) ҮMinimum 64MB RAM (XP : 128MB) Ү1024x768 pixels, 16-bit colour display compatible monitor (24-bit colour display recommended) ҮDirectX 9.
Identification of features Front & Top SF mode button/ Lock button Shutter button Microphone Power button Flash Speaker Self-timer lamp/ Auto Focus lamp Optical 3X zoom lens/ Lens cover ſ Take care not to press the lens, lens cover and camera by force. This may cause the camera malfunction. Back & Bottom Zoom W button (Thumbnail, Vol. Down) M(Mode/Album) button Zoom T button (Digital zoom, Vol.
Identification of features Bottom / 5-function button Memory card slot Voice memo/ UP button MENU/ OK button FLASH/ LEFT button SELF-TIMER/ RIGHT button Battery chamber Battery holder Battery chamber cover Macro/ DOWN button Play & Pause button Cradle ƈ You can recharge your rechargeable battery, transfer a captured image to print, and download images with the cradle.
Identification of features ƈ Self-timer lamp Icon Status Description Blinking For the 2 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at 0.25-second intervals. Blinking For the final 2 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at 0.25-second For the first 8 seconds, the lamp blinks at 1 second intervals. intervals. Blinking A picture will be taken after about 10 seconds and 2 seconds later a second picture will be taken.
Connecting to a Power Source ƈ You should use the rechargeable battery (SLB-0737) supplied with the camera. Be sure to charge the battery before using the camera. ƈ SLB-0737 rechargeable battery Specification Model SLB-0737 Type Lithium Ion Capacity 760mAh Voltage 3.7V Charging time Approx. 150 MIN (Using the SAC-41) ƈ Number of images and battery life Still image Movie MP3 Battery life Number of images Recording time Playing time Approx. 75 MIN Approx. 150 Approx.65 MIN About 240 min.
Connecting to a Power Source Using the SAC-41 If you have access to a mains supply, using an SAC-41 allows the camera to be used for long periods of time. Plug the SAC-41 into the DC connection terminal on the camera or cradle. Before turning on the camera power with an SAC-41, insert the rechargeable battery that was charged for over 10 minutes with turning off the camera. DANGER ƃ Always turn off the power before taking the SAC-41 out of the mains supply.
Connecting to a Power Source ƈ How to charge the rechargeable battery (SLB-0737) with the SAC-41. ƃ Charging with the camera 1. Insert the rechargeable battery into the battery chamber. 2. Put the SAC-41 into your power socket and DC connection terminal of the camera.
Connecting to a Power Source ƈ Charging LED of the SAC-41 Status Using the cradle Direct to the camera Being Charged Red LED is on Red LED is on Charging is complete Green LED is on Green LED is on Charging error Red LED is off or blinking Red LED is off or blinking ƃ If there is a charging error, please check all the power connections are in place. ƃ A USB cable for transmitting data can’t be used for charging the rechargeable battery.
Connecting to a Power Source Using the battery : If the camera does not turn on after you have inserted battery, please check whether the battery are inserted with the correct polarity(+/-). 1. Open the battery chamber cover by pushing in the direction of the arrow. 2. Insert the battery taking note of the polarity (+ / -). 3. To close the battery chamber cover, push it until it clicks. Removing the battery 1. Turn off the camera power. Open the battery chamber cover and move the battery holder aside.
Instructions on how to use the memory card ƃ Be sure to format the memory card (see p.97) if you are using a newly purchased memory for the first time, if it contains data that the camera cannot recognise, or if it contains images captured with a different camera. ƃ Turn off the camera power whenever the memory card is being inserted or removed. ƃ 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.
Instructions on how to use the memory card INFORMATION ƃ Don't remove the memory card when the camera status lamp is blinking as this may cause damage to data in the memory card. ƈ The camera can use SD Memory Cards and MMC (Multi Media Cards). Please consult the enclosed manual for using the MMC Cards. The SD memory card has a write protect switch that prevents image files from being deleted or formatted. By sliding the switch to the bottom of the SD memory card, the data will be protected.
Inserting the memory card 1. Turn off the camera’s power and pull the battery chamber 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 battery chamber cover until you hear a click. If the memory card does not slide in smoothly, do not attempt to insert it by force.
When Using the Camera for the First Time ƈ Charge the rechargeable battery fully before using the camera for the first time. ƈ When 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. ƃ Setting up the date, time and date type 1.
LCD monitor indicator ƈ The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting functions and selections. ؊ ؉ ڹ ؈ ں ؇ ڻ ؆ ڼ ڽ ۇ ھ ۆ ڿ ۅ ۀ ۄ ۂ ہ ۃ [Image & Full Status] No. Description 1 Recording mode Icons Page p.50 2 Battery p.18 3 Continuous shot p.53 4 Flash p.37 5 Self-timer p.39 6 Macro p.35 7 Metering p.53 8 Card inserted indicator - 9 Auto focus frame - 10 Camera shake warning p.
LCD monitor indicator 15 RGB 16 Sharpness p.54 17 Image quality p.52 18 Image size p.51 19 RGB Number of available shots remaining 38 Remaining time (Movie clip/ Voice recording) 00:01:30/ 01:00:00 p.43 p.20 20 Voice memo/ Mic. off p.34/27 21 Optical/ Digital Zoom bar/ Digital Zoom rate p.32 Changing the recording mode ƈ You can select the desired working mode by the M (Mode) button located on the back of the camera and [Mode], [Mode set] menu.
Changing the recording mode ƃ Changing the recording mode : If the [Still/ Movie/ MP3] menu was selected Steps from 1-4 are the same as those for selecting the [Mode] menu. 5. A recording mode used just before will display. 6. Press the M (Mode) button located on the back of the camera and the recording mode will change to the movie clip mode. 7. Press the M (Mode) button twice and a still image mode selected on the [Mode set] menu will be selected.
Starting the recording mode ƈ How to use the Auto mode Use this for shooting basic still images. 1. Select the [Full] sub menu on the [Mode] menu (p.24). 2. Select the Auto mode by pressing the M (Mode) button (p.25). 3. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using the LCD monitor. 4. Press the shutter button to capture an image.
Starting the recording mode ƈ Recording the movie clip without voice You can record the movie clip without voice. Steps from 1-3 are the same as those for MOVIE CLIP mode. 4. Press the Up button and the ( ) icon will display on the LCD monitor. 5. Press the shutter button and movie clip is recorded for as long as the available recording time without voice. 6. To stop the recording, press the shutter button again.
Starting the recording mode ƈ How to use the Scene modes Use the menu to easily configure optimal settings for a variety of shooting situations. 1. Select the [Full] sub menu on the [Mode] menu (p.24). 2. Select the Scene mode by pressing the M (Mode) button (p.25). 3. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using the LCD monitor. 4. Press the shutter button to capture an image. [SCENE mode] ſ The scene modes are listed below.
Starting the recording mode ƈ How to use the VOICE RECORDING mode A voice recording can be recorded for as long as the available recording time of the memory capacity allows. (Max: 1 hour) 1. Select the [Full] sub menu on the [Mode] menu (p.24). 2. Select the Voice Recording mode by pressing the M (Mode) button. 3. 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.
Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures ƈ Pressing the shutter button down half way Lightly press the shutter button to confirm focus and flash battery charge. Press the shutter button all way down to take the picture. [ Lightly press the shutter button ] [ Press the shutter button ] ƈ The available recording time may vary depending on shooting conditions and camera settings.
Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera ƈ The recording mode function can be set up by using the camera buttons. POWER button ƃ Used for turning the camera’s power on / off. ƃ If there is no operation during the specified time, the camera's power will be turned off automatically to save battery life. Refer to page 96 for more information about the auto power off function. SHUTTER button ƃ Used for taking an image or recording voice in the recording mode.
ZOOM W/ T button ƈ This camera has a 3X optical zoom and a 5X digital zoom function. Using both will offer a total zoom ratio of 15X. ƃ TELE Zoom Optical zoom TELE Digital zoom TELE : Pressing the ZOOM T button. This will zoom into the subject i.e. the subject will appear nearer. : When the maximum (3X) optical zoom is selected, pressing the ZOOM T button activates the digital zoom software. Releasing ZOOM T button stops the digital zoom at the required setting.
ZOOM W/ T button INFORMATION ƃ Images taken using the digital zoom may take a little longer for the camera to process. Allow time for this to take place. ƃ The digital zoom cannot be used in movie clip shots. ƃ If the Zoom buttons are being pressed during the Movie clip shots, the voice will not recorded. ƃ You may notice a decrease in image quality when using the digital zoom.
Voice memo( ) / UP button 3. Press the shutter button and take a picture. The picture is stored on the memory. 4. Voice memo will be recorded for ten seconds from the moment the picture is stored. In the middle of the voice recording, pressing the shutter button will stop the voice memo. [Recording Voice Memo] INFORMATION ƃ A distance of 40cm between you and the camera (microphone) is the best distance to record sound.
Macro( ) / Down button ƈ Types of focus modes and focus ranges (W: Wide, T: Tele) Auto Mode Focus Type Focus range (Unit : cm) Super macro ( ) W : 1~5 (Wide only) Auto macro Normal W : 1~Infinity T : 50~Infinity W : 50~Infinity T : 50~Infinity Manual Mode Focus Type Super macro Macro Normal Focus range W : 1~5 (Wide only) W : 5~50 T : 25~50 W : 50~Infinity T : 50~Infinity ſ See the next page for the available focusing method, by recording mode.
Macro( ) / Down button ƈ Available focusing method, by recording mode ( O: Selectable , X: Not selectable, ∞: Infinity focus range) Mode Auto macro X O X O Super macro X X O X macro O X O X Normal O X O X SCENE Mode Auto macro X X X X X O X X X X X Super macro X X X X X X X X X X X macro X X X X O X X X X X X Normal O O O ū X X ū ū O ū O Focus lock ƈ To focus on the subject positioned outside of the centre, use the focus lock function.
Flash ( ) / Left button ƈ When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the LEFT button makes the cursor shift to the left tab. ƈ When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, the LEFT button operates as the FLASH ( ) button. ƃ Selecting the flash mode 1. Press the M (Mode) button to select a Recording mode [Selecting the Auto flash] with the exception of Movie clip mode (p.25). 2. Press the Flash button until the desired flash mode indicator displays on the LCD monitor. 3.
Flash ( ) / Left button ƃ Flash mode indicator Menu tab Flash mode Description Auto flash If the subject or background is dark, the camera flash will operate automatically. Auto & Red eye reduction If a subject or background is dark, the camera flash will work automatically and will reduce the red-eye effect by using the redeye reduction function. Fill in flash The flash fires regardless of available light. The intensity of the flash will be controlled, according to the prevailing conditions.
Self-timer ( )/ Right button ƈ When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the Right button makes the cursor shift to the right tab. The right button can also be used to move to a sub menu to select a different setting. When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, the RIGHT button operates as the Self-timer. This function is used when the photographer would also like to be in the image. ƃ Using the self-timer 1.
MENU/ OK button ƈ MENU button - When you press the MENU button, a menu related to each camera mode will be displayed on the LCD monitor. Pressing it again will return the LCD to the initial display. - A menu option can be displayed when the following are selected : MOVIE CLIP and STILL IMAGE mode. There is no menu available when the VOICE RECORDING mode is selected.
M (Mode) button ƃ How to use the mode button : In case of [Full] sub menu and Auto mode [Auto mode] Pressing the Mode button Manual Pressing the Right button Set : OK/M [Manual mode] Auto Set : OK/M [Mode selection menu] Movie Pressing the Left button Set : OK/M [Movie clip mode] Pressing the Up button Night Portrait Pressing the Left/ Right button Set : OK/M Set : OK/M [Scene mode] [Selecting a scene mode] ſ Press the Mode button and the mode selection menu will disappear.
SF button ƈ Pressing the SF button selects the SF(Safety Flash) mode In poor indoor light conditions, Safety Flash will help you get a good image without the use of a flash. As children are sensitive of using flash, this is suitable function for taking children. ƃ Things to watch out for using the SF mode 1. The SF range is 2m(WIDE) and 1.5m(TELE). 2. The digital zoom will not operate in the SF mode. 3. If the lighting conditions are brighter than fluorescent lighting condition, the SF doesn’t activate. 4.
+/- button ƈ You can use the +/- button to adjust the values for the RGB, ISO, white balance, exposure compensation and Long Time shutter speed. ƈ When the SF is selected, ISO value is fixed as AUTO and Exposure value is fixed as 0.0EV. Main menu Sub menu RGB R (Red), G (Green), B (Blue) ISO AUTO, 100, 200, 400 WHITE BALANCE AUTO, DAYLIGHT, CLOUDY, FLUORESCENT H, FLUORESCENT L, TUNGSTEN, CUSTOM. Exposure compensation -2.0 ~ 0.0 ~ +2.0 (0.
+/- button ƈ ISO : You can select the ISO sensitivity when taking pictures. The speed or specific light-sensitivity of a camera is rated by ISO numbers. ƃ Selecting an ISO Sensitivity 1. Press the +/- button, and then use the UP and DOWN buttons 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.
+/- button ƃ 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 shows only white, and then press the SHUTTER button. 3. Your custom white balance value is stored.
+/- button ƈ Long Time shutter : This camera automatically adjusts the shutter speed and aperture values to the shooting environment. However, in NIGHT SCENE mode, you can set the shutter speed and aperture values to your preference. ƃ Adjusting the shutter speed and aperture values 1. Select the [Night] scene mode. (M button ƍ [Scene] ƍ [Night]) 2. Press +/- button and Long Time shutter menu (LT, For selecting shutter speed and aperture value) will be displayed. 3.
Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settings ƈ You can use the menu on the LCD monitor to set up recording functions. In any mode with the exception of VOICE RECORDING mode, pressing the MENU button displays the menu on the LCD monitor. INFORMATION ƃ 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 there is no battery capacity.
Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settings Menu tab Main menu Sub menu Camera working mode Page Frame Rate 30fps 15fps p.52 Metering Multi Spot p.53 Shooting Single Continuous p.53 Soft Normal Vivid - Full OSD Basic OSD Save Mode - Normal Red B&W Green Sepia Blue Negative - Off Range 1 ~ 4 Off 2~4 Parts Pano. 2 Parts - Photo Frame Off Frame 1 ~ 9 p.60 Stabilizer Off On p.61 p.54 Sharpness OSD Information p.54 p.55 Effect Highlight Composite p.
How to use the menu 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. Mode Set Auto Press the LEFT or RIGHT button. Manual Press the LEFT or RIGHT button. Mode Still & Movie Size 2592 X 1944 2272 X 1704 2048 X 1536 1600 X 1200 1024 X 768 640 X 480 Full Movie Night portrait Children 3. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select a sub menu.
Mode Set ƈ You can select the desired recording mode. [Auto] [Manual] : For shooting basic still image : You can still manually configure all Mode Set Auto functions except the aperture value and Manual shutter speed. Movie Night [Movie] : For taking a movie clip portrait [Night] : Use this for shooting still images at night Children or in other dark conditions. [Portrait] : To take a picture of a person. [Children] : To take a picture of fast moving objects, for example, children.
Size ƈ You can select the image size appropriate for your application.