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ENGLISH
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.
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Instructions
ƈ 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
Application software CD-ROM. (p.117)
Take a picture. (p.24)
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. If the power is turned off,
press the camera button to turn it on. (p.31)
Take a picture
Check the
camera’s power
Check
[Removable Disk]
Open WindowŖs EXPLORER and search for
[Removable Disk]. (p.128)
ƃ 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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Contents
READY
ƃGetting to know your camera 5
ƃDanger/ Warning 6
ƃCaution/ An FCC warning 7
ƃSystem chart 8
ƃIdentification of features 10
ƃCradle 11
ƃConnecting to a Power Source 13
ƈUsing the SAC-41 14
ƈHow to charge the rechargeable battery
(SLB-0737) with the SAC-41 14
ƈImportant information about battery
(SLB-0737) charging with the SAC-41 15
ƈUsing the battery/ Removing the battery 17
ƃ
Instructions on how to use the memory card
18
ƃInserting the memory card 20
ƃRemoving the memory card 20
ƃ
When Using the Camera for the First Time
21
ƃLCD monitor indicator 22
ƃChanging the recording mode 23
ƃStarting the recording mode 25
ƈHow to use the Auto mode 25
ƈHow to use the Movie clip mode 25
ƈRecording the movie clip without voice 26
ƈPausing while recording a movie clip
(Successive Recording) 26
ƈHow to use the Manual mode 26
ƈHow to use the Scene modes 27
ƈ
How to use the VOICE RECORDING mode
28
ƈHow to use the SF mode 28
ƃ
Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures
29
ƃ
Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera
30
ƃPOWER button/ SHUTTER button 30
ƃZOOM W/ T button 30
ƃVoice memo/ UP button 32
ƃMacro/ Down button 33
ƃFocus lock 35
ƃFlash / Left button 36
ƃSelf-timer/ Right button/ 38
ƃMENU/ OK button 39
ƃ M (Mode) button 39
ƃSF button 41
ƃ+/- button 42
ƃUsing the LCD monitor to adjust the
camera settings 46
ƃHow to use the menu/ Mode 48
ƃMode Set 49
ƃSize 50
ƃQuality/ Frame rate 51
ƃMetering/ Continuous shot 52
ƃSharpness 53
ƃOSD(On Screen Display) information 53
ƃEffect 54
ƃSpecial Effect 55
ƃSpecial Effect : Preset focus frames 56
ƃSpecial Effect : Composite shooting 57
ƃSpecial Effect : Photo Frame 59
ƃMovie Clip frame stabiliser 60
ƃStarting play mode 61
ƈPlaying back a still image 61
ƈPlaying back a movie clip 62
ƈHow to capture the movie clip 62
ƈOn camera movie trimming 63
ƈPlaying back a recorded voice 64
ƃLCD monitor indicator 65
ƃ
Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera
66
ƃPlay mode button 66
ƃ
Thumbnail/ Enlargement button/ Volume button
67
ƃVoice memo/ Up button 69
RECORDING
PLAY
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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
ƃSetup menu 94
ƃFile name 95
ƃAuto power off 96
ƃLanguage 97
ƃFormatting a memory card 97
ƃSetting up the Date/ Time/ Date type 98
ƃImprinting the recording date 98
ƃSound 99
ƃConnecting an External Device (USB) 99
ƃAuto Focus lamp/ LCD brightness 100
ƃSelecting Video out type 101
ƃQuick view/ Initialisation 103
ƃSetting up the Mycam menu 104
ƃStart up image 104
ƃStart up sound/ Shutter sound 105
ƃMP3 mode 106
ƃStarting the MP3 mode 107
ƃLCD monitor indicator of the MP3 mode 109
ƃUsing the camera buttons to adjust the
camera 110
ƃList button 110
ƃLock button 111
ƃVolume button 112
ƃControl button 112
ƃDelete button 112
ƃSetting up the play back function using the
LCD monitor 113
ƃ
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ƃ
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ƃImportant notes 115
ƃWarning indicator 117
ƃBefore contacting a service centre 118
ƃSpecifications 121
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MP3 MODE
SOFTWARE
SETUP
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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. Samsung camera takes no
responsibility for any loss or damages that may result from camera malfunction.
ƃ Keep the manual in a safe place.
Ҭ Microsoft, Windows and Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation
incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.
Ҭ All brand and product names appearing in this manual are registered trademarks of their
respective companies.
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.
Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)
(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate
collection systems) This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that
it should not be disposed with other household wastes at the end of its working life.
To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled
waste disposal, please separate this from other types of wastes and recycle it responsibly to
promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. Household users should contact either the
retailer where they purchased this product, or their local government office, for details of where
and how they can take this item for environmentally safe recycling. Business users should
contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract.
This product should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal.
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.
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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. 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.
ƈ 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.
ƈ Do not operate this camera with wet hands. This could pose a risk of electric shock.
ƈ 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.
ƈ For safety reasons keep this product and accessories out of reach of children or animals to
prevent accidents e.g.:
ҮSwallowing battery or small camera accessories. If an accident should occur, please
consult a doctor immediately.
ҮThere is the possibility of injury from the camera’s moving parts.
ƈ 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.
ƈ 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.
ƈ When in use, do not cover the camera or AC 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 wellventilated area.
Warning
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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. Do not touch the flash after
using it continuously. It may cause burns.
ƈ 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.
ƈ Take care not to touch the lens and where the lens cover is to avoid taking an unclear image
and possibly causing camera malfunction.
ƈ Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image.
An FCC warning
ҮThis 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.
ƈ Change the location and direction of any aerial.
ƈ Increase distance between the camera and the affected device.
ƈ Use a different socket away from the affected device.
ƈ Please contact a Samsung agent or a radio/TV engineer.
ҮThis device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
ҮChanges or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the users authority to operate the equipment.
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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.
Software CD
(see p.115, 116)
Camera strap
User manual,
Product warranty
Pouch
SD memory card/MMC
(see p.19)
DPOF compatible
printer (see p.85)
Rechargeable battery
(SLB-0737)
Cradle
SAC-41AC cord
ſ
The charger (SBC-L5), AC charger (SAC-41) or Cradle is optional depending on the sales region.
< Included items >
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System chart
PictBridge compatible
printer(see p.89)
Computer
External monitor
Yellow colour - Video
White colour - Voice
(see p.101)
For Windows
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 9.0 or later
ҮUSB port
ҮCD-ROM drive
For Macintosh
ҮPower Mac G3 or later
ҮMac OS 9.2 ~ 10.3
ҮMinimum 64MB RAM
Ү110MB of available hard-disk space
ҮUSB port
ҮCD-ROM drive
System Requirements
When you connect the camera to a
computer, printer or external monitor, you
have to use the USB/ AV cable supplied
with the camera, or the external devices
can't recognise the camera.
CAUTION
Earphones
USB cable for
recharging the battery
USB cable
AV cable
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Identification of features
Front & Top
Back & Bottom
ſ Take care not to press the lens, lens cover and camera by force. This may cause the camera
malfunction.
Power button
Flash
Optical 3X zoom lens/
Lens cover
SF mode button/
Lock button
Speaker
Microphone
Shutter button
Self-timer lamp/
Auto Focus lamp
LCD monitor
M(Mode/Album) button
Play mode button
Earphones Jack
Zoom T button
(Digital zoom, Vol. Up)
5 function button
+/-, DELETE button
DC/USB/AV connection terminal
Cradle connector
Camera status
lamp
Zoom W button
(Thumbnail, Vol. Down)
Strap eyelet
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Identification of features
ƈ You can recharge your rechargeable battery, transfer a captured image to print, and
download images with the cradle. (Refer to page 14, 89 and 127)
FLASH/
LEFT button
MENU/ OK
button
Macro/ DOWN button
Play & Pause button
SELF-TIMER/
RIGHT button
Voice memo/ UP button
Bottom / 5-function button
Cradle
Battery holder
Memory card slot
Battery chamber
Battery chamber cover
ƃ Back
ƃ Top
Camera
connection
terminal
USB port
AV connection
terminal
DC connection
terminal
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Identification of features
ƈ Mode icon : Refer to page 40, 41 for more information about the camera mode setting.
ƈ Self-timer lamp
Icon Status Description
Blinking For the 2 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at 0.25-second intervals.
For the first 8 seconds, the lamp blinks at 1 second intervals.
For the final 2 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at 0.25-second
intervals.
A picture will be taken after about 10 seconds and 2 seconds later a
second picture will be taken.
ƈ Camera Status Lamp
Status Description
The lamp turns on and off when the camera is ready to
take a picture
The lamp blinks while saving the image data and turns
off when the camera is ready to take a picture
The lamp lights up (LCD monitor turns off after initializing
the device)
Transmitting Data with a PC The lamp blinks (LCD monitor turns off)
When the printer is printing The lamp blinks
Blinking
Blinking
Power on
After taking a picture
When the USB cable is inserted to
a PC
When the USB cable is inserted to
a printer
The lamp lights up
MODE
VOICE RECORDING
MP3
MOVIE CLIP
AUTO MANUAL SF PLAY
Icon
NIGHT PORTRAIT CHILDREN
LANDSCAPE
CLOSE UP TEXT
Icon
MODE SUNSET DAWN BACKLIGHT
FIREWORKS
BEACH&SNOW
-
Icon -
MODE
SCENE
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Connecting to a Power Source
Important information about battery usage
ƃ When the camera is not used, turn off the camera power.
ƃ Please remove the battery if the camera will not be used for long periods.
Battery can lose power over time and are prone to leaking if kept inside the camera.
ƃ Low temperatures (below 0˚C) can affect the performance of the battery and you may
experience reduced battery life.
ƃ Battery will usually recover at normal temperatures.
ƃ During extended use of the camera, the camera body may become warm.
This is perfectly normal.
INFORMATION
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
ƈ Number of images and battery life
ſ These figures are measured under Samsung’s standard conditions and Shooting conditions
and may vary depending on the way of user’s usage.
Model SLB-0737
Type Lithium Ion
Capacity 760mAh
Voltage 3.7V
Charging time Approx. 150 MIN (Using the SAC-41)
Still image Movie MP3
Battery life Number of images Recording time Playing time
Approx. 75 MIN Approx. 150 Approx.65 MIN About 240 min.
Using the fully charged battery
Auto mode, 5M image size
Fine image quality,
Shot to shot interval : 30Sec.
Changing the zoom position
between the Wide and the Tele
ends every 1 shot.
Using the flash every two times.
Based on
the
following
shooting
conditions
Using the fully
charged battery
640X480 image size
30fps frame rate
Using the fully
charged battery
LCD Off.
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Connecting to a Power Source
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.
ƃ Charging with the cradle
1. Insert the rechargeable battery into the battery
chamber.
ƈ How to charge the rechargeable battery (SLB-0737) with the SAC-41.
Using the SAC-41
ƃ Always turn off the power before taking the SAC-41 out of the mains supply.
ƃ As with all mains powered devices, safety is important. Ensure that neither the camera
nor Charger comes into contact with water or metallic materials.
ƃ Please ensure that you use the SAC-41 with the correct specification for the camera.
Failure to do so may affect your warranty.
DANGER
2. Place the camera correctly in the
cradle.
3. Put the SAC-41 into your power socket
and DC connection terminal of the cradle.
Charging LED
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Connecting to a Power Source
ſ If you connect the SAC-41 to camera without inserting the rechargeable battery, the charging
LED will brink or be off. In this case, insert the battery and connect the SAC-41 again.
ƈ Important information about battery (SLB-0737) charging with the SAC-41
ƃ If the charging LED of the SAC-41 does not
turn on or blink after inserting the rechargeable
battery, please check whether the battery are
inserted correctly.
ƃ Please check the battery charging status with
the charging LED of SAC-41.
Charging LED
Charging LED
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.
ƈ How to charge the rechargeable battery (SLB-0737) with the SAC-41.
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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.
ƈ Charging time (When the camera is turned off)
- Using the cradle : About 150MIN
- Using the SAC-41 : About 150MIN
Important information about the rechargeable battery.
ƃ If you charge the battery with the camera power on, the battery can't charge fully.
To charge the battery fully, turn the camera off when you charge it.
ƃ If you insert the fully discharged battery to charge it, do not turn on the camera at the
same time. The camera may not be turned on because of the low battery capacity.
Charge the battery for over 10 minutes to use the camera.
ƃ Do not use the flash frequently or take a movie clip with the fully discharged battery
charged for a short time. Even if the charger is inserted, the camera power may be turned
off because the rechargeable battery is discharged again.
INFORMATION
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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(+/-).
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. The battery will be released.
2. Take out the battery and close the battery
chamber cover.
ƈThere are 4 indicators for battery condition that are displayed on the LCD monitor.
1. Open the battery chamber cover by pushing in
the direction of the arrow.
ƃ When the battery chamber cover is opened, do not press the battery chamber cover by
force. This may cause the battery chamber cover modification or breakage.
INFORMATION
Battery status
Battery indicator
The battery is fully
charged
Prepare new battery
There is no battery capacity.
Replace with new battery.
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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.
Wear and tear on the memory card is not covered by the Samsung warranty.
ƃ The memory card is an electronic precision device.
Do not bend, drop or subject the memory card to any heavy impact.
ƃ Do not store the memory card in an environment with strong electronic or magnetic fields,
e.g. near loud speakers or TV receivers.
ƃ Please do not use or store in an environment where there are extremes in temperature.
ƃ 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.
ƃ Please keep the memory card in its case when not in use.
ƃ During and after periods of extended use, you may notice that the memory card is warm.
This is perfectly normal.
ƃ Do not use a memory card that is used in another digital camera.
To use the memory card in this camera, format the memory card using this camera.
ƃ Do not use a memory card formatted by another digital camera or memory card reader.
ƃ If the memory card is subjected to any of the following, the recorded data may become
corrupted :
- When the memory card is used incorrectly.
- If the power is switched off or the memory card is removed while recording, deleting
(formatting) or reading.
ƃ Samsung cannot be held responsible for lost data.
ƃ It is advisable to copy important data onto other media as back-up e.g. floppy disks, hard
disks, CD etc.
ƃ If there is insufficient memory available
: A [Card Full!] message will appear and the camera will not operate. To optimise the amount
of memory in the camera, replace the memory card or delete unnecessary images stored
on the memory.
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Instructions on how to use the memory card
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.
INFORMATION
[ SD (Secure Digital) memory card ]
Write
protect
switch
Label
Card pins
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.
By sliding the switch to the top of the SD
memory card, the data protection will be
cancelled.
Slide the switch to the top of the SD memory
card before taking a picture.
ƈ When using a 32MB memory, the specified shooting capacity will be as follows.
These figures are approximate as image capacities can be affected by variables such as
subject matter.
ſ The zoom buttons are not pressed during the movie clip recording.
The recording times can be changed by the zoom operation.
Recorded image size S. Fine Fine Normal
30FPS 15FPS
5M(2592x1944) 11 21 32 - -
4M(2272x1704) 14 27 40 - -
3M(2048x1536) 17 33 49 - -
2M(1600x1200) 28 52 75 - -
1M(1024x768) 66 111 151 - -
VGA(640x480) 149 217 275 - -
640(640X480) - - -
About 2MIN About 4MIN
320(320X240) - - -
About 4MIN About 7MIN
160(160X128) - - -
About 8MIN About 15MIN
Still
image
* Movie
clip
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Inserting the memory card
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. Check the direction
of insertion, and then insert it correctly. Do not insert the
memory card the wrong way round. Doing so may
damage the memory card slot.
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 battery
chamber cover.
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.
1. Turn off the camera’s power and pull the battery chamber
cover in the direction of the arrow to open.
Removing the memory card
ƃ When the camera is turned on, inserting or removing the memory card turns the camera
power off.
INFORMATION
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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. 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.
ƃ You can select 21 languages. These are listed below :
English, Korean, French, German, Spanish, Italian, S.Chinese, T.Chinese, Japanese,
Russian, Portuguese, Dutch, Danish, Swedish, Finnish, Thai,
BAHASA(MALAY/ INDONESIAN), Arabic, Hungarian, Czech and Polish.
ƃ Even if the camera is restarted, the language setting will be maintained.
INFORMATION
ƃ 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
Back:Ȝ Set:OK
Ɗ
05/05/01 13:01
ƌ
yy/mm/ dd
Date&Time
Language
ENGLISH
ጥૹ
FRANÇAIS
DEUTSCH
ESPAÑOL
Setup
Back:Ȝ Set:OK
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LCD monitor indicator
ƈ The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting functions and selections.
[Image & Full Status]
No. Description Icons Page
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.30
11 Date/ Time 2005/05/01 01:00 PM p.98
12 Exposure compensation p.45
13 White Balance p.44
14 ISO p.44
Recording mode
1
p.50
ڹ
ں
ڻ
ڼ
ڽ
ھ
ڿ
ۀ
ۅ
ۄ
ۆ
ۇ
؆
؇
؈
ۂہ
ۃ
؊؉
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LCD monitor indicator
Changing the recording mode
ƈ Selecting the [Mode] menu
1. Insert the battery (p.18).
2. Insert the memory card (p.21). As this camera has a 50MB internal memory, you do not
need to insert the memory card. If the memory card is not inserted, an image will be stored
in the internal memory. If the memory card is inserted, an image will be stored on the
memory card.
3. Close the battery chamber cover.
4. Press the power button to turn on the camera.
5. Press the menu button and a menu will display.
6. Use the UP/DOWN button to select the [Mode] menu.
7. Select [Still/ Movie/ MP3] or [Full] sub menu by pressing
the UP/ DOWN button.
-
[Still/ Movie/ MP3]
: A still image mode that was selected
on the [Mode set] menu and movie clip mode can be selected.
Refer to page 50 for more information about using the [Mode set]
menu.
- [Full] : Auto, Manual, Movie clip and scene modes can be selected.
8. Press the MENU button and the menu will disappear.
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. Auto, manual, movie clip, scene (night, portrait,
children, landscape, text recognition, close-up, sunset, dawn, backlight, fireworks,
beach & snow) camera modes are available.
15 RGB RGB p.43
16 Sharpness p.54
17 Image quality p.52
Number of available shots remaining 38
Remaining time (Movie clip/ Voice recording)
00:01:30/ 01:00:00
20 Voice memo/ Mic. off p.34/27
19
18
p.51
p.20
Image size
Optical/ Digital Zoom bar/
Digital Zoom rate
21
p.32
Still & Movie
Full
Mode
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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.
ƃ Changing the recording mode : If the [Full] 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 mode selection
menu will display.
7. To select the Auto, Manual, Movie clip or Scene modes, press the Left/Right button.
To move between the Auto, Manual, Movie clip menu line and Scene menu line, press the
Up/Down button.
8. Press the M (Mode) button and the mode selection menu will disappear.
Pressing the M (Mode) button twice
[AUTO mode]
[MOVIE CLIP mode]
Pressing the Up button
Night
[Selecting the Scene mode]
Pressing the Left button
[Mode selection menu]
AUTO
Set : OK/M
Movie
[Selecting the Movie clip mode]
Set : OK/M
Set : OK/M
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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.
ƈ How to use the Movie clip mode
A movie clip can be recorded for as long as the available recording time of the memory
capacity allows.
1. Select the [Full] sub menu on the [Mode] menu (p.24).
2. Select the Movie clip 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 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.
ſ Image size and type are listed below.
- Image size : 640X480, 320X240, 160X128 (user selectable)
- Movie clip file type : AVI (MPEG-4)
ƃ If the auto focus frame turns to red when you press the shutter button down half way, it
means that the camera cannot focus on the subject. Should this be the case, the camera
is less likely to capture an image clearly.
ƃ Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image.
INFORMATION
[AUTO mode]
[MOVIE CLIP mode]
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Starting the recording mode
ƈ How to use the Manual mode
Selecting the automatic mode will configure the camera with optimal settings.
You can still manually configure all functions except the aperture value and shutter speed.
1. Select the [Full] sub menu on the [Mode] menu (p.24).
2. Select the Manual 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.
ƈ Pausing while recording a movie clip (Successive Recording)
This camera allows you to temporarily stop during unwanted scenes, while recording a movie
clip. Using this function, you can record your favourite scenes into a movie clip without having
to create multiple movie clips.
ƃ Using Successive Recording
Steps from 1-2 are the same as those for MOVIE CLIP
mode.
3. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the
image by using the LCD monitor. Press the shutter
button and movie clips are recorded for as long as the
available recording time. Movie clips will still be recorded
if the shutter button is released.
4. Press the Pause button( ) to pause recording.
5. Press the Pause button( ) again to resume the recording.
6. If you wish to stop recording, press the shutter button again.
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.
[MANUAL mode]
[
Successive recording of a movie clip
]
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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.
ſ The scene modes are listed below.
[Night]( ) : Use this for shooting still images at night 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.
[Landscape]( ) : To take pictures of distant scenery.
[Close up]( ) : Close-up shooting for small objects such as plants and insects.
[Text]( ) : Use this mode to shoot a document.
[Sunset]( ) : For taking pictures of sunsets.
[Dawn]( ) : Daybreak scenes.
[Backlight]( ) : Portrait without shadows caused by backlight.
[Firework]( ) : Firework scenes.
[Beach & Snow]( ) : For ocean, lake, beach and snowscape scenes.
[SCENE mode]
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Starting the recording mode
ƃ A distance of 40cm between you and the camera (microphone) is the best distance to
record sound.
INFORMATION
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.
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
ƈ How to use the SF mode
In poor indoor light conditions, Safety Flash will help you get a good image without the use of
a flash. In every camera mode, the SF mode can be selected.
1. Press the SF mode button.
2. Press the shutter button to capture an image.
ſ Refer to page 42 for more information about the
SF function.
[VOICE RECORDING mode]
[SF mode]
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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.
ƈ The available recording time may vary depending on shooting conditions and camera
settings.
ƈ 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, support the
camera on a solid surface or change the flash mode to flash shot mode.
ƈ Backlight compensated shots : When taking an outdoor shot, avoid facing the sun, as the
image may be dark because of the strong backlight.
To take a picture against the sun, please use the [Backlight] in
the scene shooting mode (see page 28), Fill-in flash
(see page 37), Spot metering (see page 53), or Exposure
compensation (see page 45).
ƈ Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image.
ƈ 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
[ Lightly press the shutter button ] [ Press the shutter button ]
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Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera
ƈ The recording mode function can be set up by using the camera buttons.
POWER button
SHUTTER button
ƃ If the menu is not displayed, this button works as the
OPTICAL ZOOM or DIGITAL ZOOM 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.
ƃ Used for taking an image or recording voice in the
recording mode.
ƃ 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.
ƃ 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.
ZOOM W/ T button
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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 : Pressing the ZOOM T button. 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 T button activates the digital zoom software. Releasing
ZOOM T button stops the digital zoom at the required setting.
Once the maximum digital zoom (5X) is achieved, pressing the
ZOOM T button will have no effect.
[ WIDE zoom ] [ TELE zoom ] [ Digital zoom 5.0X ]
Pressing the
ZOOM T button
Pressing the
ZOOM T button
ƃ WIDE Zoom
Optical zoom WIDE : Pressing the ZOOM W button. This will zoom out from the subject
i.e. the subject will appear further away. Pressing the ZOOM 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 W
button will reduce the digital zooming in steps.
Releasing ZOOM W button stops digital zooming.
Pressing the ZOOM 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
ZOOM W button
Pressing the
ZOOM W button
[ Digital zoom 5.0X ] [ TELE zoom ] [ WIDE zoom ]
Pressing the
ZOOM W button
Pressing the
ZOOM W button
Optical zoom
Digital zoom
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ZOOM W/ T button
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.
ƃ To view more clear digital zoom image, press the shutter button halfway at the maximum
(3X) optical zoom position and press the zoom T button again.
ƃ The digital zoom can’t be activated in the [Night], [Children], [Close up], [Text] and
[Fireworks] scene modes.
ƃ Take care not to press the lens, lens cover and camera by force. This may cause the
camera malfunction.
INFORMATION
ƈ 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.
ƃ Recording a voice memo
1. Press the M (Mode) button to select a Recording mode with the exception of Movie clip
mode.
2. Press the Voice memo ( ) button. If the voice memo indicator is displayed on the LCD
monitor, the setting is completed.
Pressing the Voice memo button
Voice memo( ) / UP button
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Voice memo( ) / UP button
ƃ A distance of 40cm between you and the camera (microphone) is the best distance to
record sound.
INFORMATION
ƈ 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.
The distance ranges are shown below. Press the Macro
button until the desired macro mode indicator displays on
the LCD monitor.
[Auto focus - No icon]
[Super macro ( )][Auto macro ( )] [Macro ( )]
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]
Macro( ) / Down button
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Macro( ) / Down button
ƈ Types of focus modes and focus ranges (W: Wide, T: Tele) (Unit : cm)
ƃ When the macro mode is selected, it is possible that camera shake will occur.
Take care not to shake the camera.
ƃ When you take a picture within 20cm (Wide zoom) or 30cm (Tele zoom) in the Macro
mode, select the FLASH OFF mode.
ƃ When you take a picture within 5cm, the AF may take a time to get exact focus range.
ƃ The super macro is executed on the wide zoom position only.
INFORMATION
ſ See the next page for the available focusing method, by recording mode.
Mode
Focus Type Super macro ( ) Auto macro Normal
Mode
Focus Type Super macro Macro Normal
Focus range
Focus range
W : 1~Infinity
T : 50~Infinity
W : 50~Infinity
T : 50~Infinity
W : 50~Infinity
T : 50~Infinity
W : 1~5
(Wide only)
W : 1~5
(Wide only)
W : 5~50
T : 25~50
Manual
Auto
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Macro( ) / Down button
ƈ
Available focusing method, by recording mode ( O: Selectable , X: Not selectable, ∞: Infinity focus range)
Focus lock
ƈ To focus on the subject positioned outside of the centre, use the focus lock function.
ƃ Using the Focus Lock
1. Ensure the subject in the centre of the autofocus frame.
2. Press the SHUTTER button halfway. When the green auto focus frame lights up, it means
the camera is focused on the subject. 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 cancelled.
1. The image to be captured.
2. Press the SHUTTER
button halfway and
focus on the subject.
3. Recompose the picture
and fully depress the
SHUTTER button.
XOXO
XXOX
OXOX
OXOX
SCENE
Mode
Auto macro
Super macro
macro
Normal
Auto macro
Super macro
macro
Normal
Mode
XXX XXOXXXXX
XXX XXXXXXXX
XXX XOXXXXXX
O O O
ū
X X
ūūOū
O
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Flash ( ) / Left button
[Selecting the Auto flash]
ƃ Flash range (Unit : m)
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
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. A flash mode indicator will be displayed on the LCD monitor. Use the correct flash to suit
the environment.
ƃ When the flash is charging, a flash mode icon (red colour) will blink on the LCD monitor.
ƃ Using the flash frequently will reduce the life of the battery.
ƃ Under normal operating conditions the charging time for the flash is normally within 4
seconds. If the battery is weak, the charging time will be longer.
ƃ During the continuous shot and movie clip mode, the flash function will not operate.
ƃ Take photographs within the flash range.
ƃ The image quality is not guaranteed if the subject is too close or highly reflective.
INFORMATION
Auto Macro Auto macro
WIDE TELE WIDE TELE WIDE TELE
0.5 ~ 2.4 0.5 ~ 1.9 0.2 ~ 0.5 0.3 ~ 0.5 0.2 ~ 2.4 0.5 ~ 1.9
ISO
Auto
ſ If the Super macro is selected, the flash is fixed as the Flash Off.
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Flash ( ) / Left button
Menu tab Flash mode Description
ƃ Flash mode indicator
If the subject or background is dark, the camera flash will operate
automatically.
Auto flash
Auto &
Red eye
reduction
Fill in flash
Slow synchro
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 redeye reduction function.
The flash will operate in conjunction with a slow shutter speed in
order to obtain the correct exposure. 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.
ƃ Available flash mode, by recording mode
XXOX XX XXXXXX XO
XOOX OOXXXX XX XX
XXOX XXXXXXXOXX
XXOO XXXXXXXX XX
OOO O OOOOOOOX OX
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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. Press the M (Mode) button to select a still image mode or movie clip mode (p.25).
2. Press the Self-timer button until the desired mode indicator displays on the LCD monitor.
In Movie clip mode, only the 10 Sec. self-timer can be used.
- 2 Sec. Self-timer( ) : Pressing the shutter button will allow an interval of 2 seconds
before the image is taken.
- 10 Sec. Self-timer( ) : Pressing the shutter button will allow an interval of 10 seconds
before the image is taken.
- Double Self-timer( ) : A picture will be taken after about 10 seconds and 2 seconds
later a second picture will be taken. When using the flash, the
2-second self-timer may be delayed for longer than 2 seconds
depending on the flash charge time.
3. When you press the Shutter button, the picture will be taken after the specified time has
elapsed.
ſ If you operate the Power button and Self-timer button during the self-timer operation, the
self-timer function is cancelled.
Pressing the Self-timer button
[2 Sec. self-timer]
Pressing the Self-timer
[10 Sec. self-timer][Double self-timer]
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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.
ƈ OK button
- When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, this button is used for shifting the cursor
to the sub menu or for confirming data.
ƈ You can turn on the camera with this button. When the camera is turned on by pressing the
M button, the Start image will not display and only the still image mode will be executed.
ƈ You can select the desired recording mode.
The selectable recording modes are different from what you selected sub menu in the
[Mode] menu.
- [Still/ Movie/ MP3]: A recording mode selected in the [Mode set] menu, Movie clip mode
- [Full] : Auto, Movie clip, Manual, Scene modes
ƃ How to use the mode button : In case of [Still & Movie] and [Auto] sub menu
M (Mode) button
Pressing the MENU button
[Menu off]
[Menu on]
[Auto mode] [Movie clip mode]
Pressing the M button twice
Auto
Manual
Movie
Night
portrait
Children
Mode Set
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Portrait
Set : OK/M
Manual
Set : OK/M
M (Mode) button
ƃ How to use the mode button : In case of [Full] sub menu and Auto mode
ſ Press the Mode button and the mode selection menu will disappear.
Pressing the Up button
Pressing the Right button
Pressing the Left/ Right button
Pressing the Left button
[Auto mode]
[Manual mode]
[Mode selection menu]
[Movie clip mode]
[Scene mode]
Pressing the
Mode button
[Selecting a scene mode]
Night
Auto
Set : OK/M
Set : OK/M
Movie
Set : OK/M
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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. If the lighting condition is darker than in fluorescent lighting
condition, camera shake warning indicator ( ) will
display. Take a picture in a place where the camera
shake warning indicator is not displayed and you will get
clear image.
5. If the subject is moving the final image captured may be
blurred.
6. As the SF uses the camera’s digital processor, images taken using the SF may take a little
longer for the camera to process.
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+/- 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.
ƈ RGB : Allows the user to adjust the R (Red), G (Green), and B (Blue) values of the images to
be captured.
ƃ Setting RGB Values
1. Press the +/- button, and then use the UP and DOWN
buttons to select the RGB icon ( ).
The RGB menu bar will appear as shown.
2. Use the UP/ DOWN/ LEFT and RIGHT buttons to select
the desired RGB value.
- Up/Down Button : Navigates between R, G, and B
icons.
- Left/Right Button : Changes value of each icon.
3. When you press the +/- button again, the value you set will be saved and RGB setup
mode will end.
Main menu Sub menu Available camera mode
RGB R (Red), G (Green), B (Blue)
ISO AUTO, 100, 200, 400
WHITE BALANCE
Exposure compensation -2.0 ~ 0.0 ~ +2.0 (0.5EV steps)
LT
Shutter speed / Aperture Value
(Changed by zoom rate)
AUTO, DAYLIGHT, CLOUDY,
FLUORESCENT H,
FLUORESCENT L, TUNGSTEN,
CUSTOM.
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+/- button
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.
- 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.
ƈ White balance : The white balance control allows you to adjust the colours to appear more
natural looking.
ƃ 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.
Fluorescent H : For shooting under daylight fluorescent types of three-way
fluorescent lighting.
Fluorescent L : Shooting under white 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.
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.
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+/- 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.
- The custom white balance value will be applied,
starting with the next picture you take.
- The user configured white balance will be remain
effective until it is overwritten.
[ White paper ]
ƈ Exposure compensation : This camera automatically adjusts the exposure according to the
ambient lighting conditions.
You can also select the exposure value by using the +/- button.
ƃ Compensating Exposure
1. Press the +/- button, and then use the UP and DOWN
buttons to select the exposure compensation icon
( ). The exposure compensation menu bar will
appear as shown.
2. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to set the desired
exposure compensation factor.
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.
ſ 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.
Measure:Shutter
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+/- 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. Configure the Long Time shutter value with the up/ down/
left/ right button.
Up/ Down Button : Select the Aperture / Shutter speed
Left/ Right Button : Change the value. Available aperture value options, depending on
zoom step will be displayed on the menu.
4. Press the +/- button again. The value you set will be saved and the mode will switch to
NIGHT SCENE mode. Press the SHUTTER button to take the picture.
Aperture Value
Shutter Speed
Large/Small
(Press right button)
Large/Small
(Press left button)
Fast/Slow
(Press left button)
Fast/Slow
(Press right button)
ƈ Aperture values and shutter speeds changed by zoom scale are listed below.
F 3.5
1 S
Supported Aperture Values
: AUTO, WIDE : F3.5 ~ F6.3, TELE : F4.5 ~ F8.0
Supported Shutter Speeds
: AUTO, 1 ~ 16S
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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.
ƈ The following functions are available, depending on the mode you have selected.
The items indicated by are default settings.
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.
INFORMATION
Menu tab Main menu Sub menu Camera working mode Page
Still/ Movie/ MP3
Full
Auto Manual
Movie Night
Portrait Children
Mode set Landscape Close up p.50
Text Sunset
Dawn Backlight
Firework Beach & Snow
2592X1944 2272X1704
2048X1536 1600X1200 p.51
1024X768 640X480
640X480 320X240
160X128 -
S.Fine Fine
Normal -
Mode
Quality
Size
(Movie)
Size
(Still image)
p.49
p.51
p.52
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Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settings
ſ Menus are subject to change without prior notice.
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 -
Highlight Off Range 1 ~ 4 p.56
Off 2~4 Parts
Pano. 2 Parts -
Photo Frame Off Frame 1 ~ 9 p.60
Stabilizer Off On p.61
Sharpness
Effect
OSD
Information
Composite
p.54
p.54
p.55
p.58
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How to use the menu
3. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select a sub menu.
4. Select a sub menu, and then the value you set will be saved. Press the MENU button and
the menu will disappear.
ƈ You can select the desired working mode by the M(mode) button located on the back of the
camera and [Mode] menu. Auto, manual, movie clip, scene (night, portrait, children,
landscape, text recognition, close-up, sunset, dawn, backlight, fireworks, beach & snow)
camera modes are available.
[Still/ Movie/ MP3] : A still image mode that was selected on
the [Mode set] menu and movie clip
mode can be selected.
[Full] : Auto, Manual, Movie clip and scene
modes can be selected.
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
Still & Movie
Full
Mode
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
Manual
Movie
Night
portrait
Children
Mode Set
2592 X 1944
2272 X 1704
2048 X 1536
1600 X 1200
1024 X 768
640 X 480
Size
Still & Movie
Full
Mode
Auto
Manual
Movie
Night
portrait
Children
Mode Set
Auto
Manual
Movie
Night
portrait
Children
Mode Set
Auto
Manual
Movie
Night
portrait
Children
Mode Set
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Mode Set
ƈ You can select the desired recording mode.
[Auto] : For shooting basic still image
[Manual] : You can still manually configure all
functions except the aperture value and
shutter speed.
[Movie] : For taking a movie clip
[Night] : Use this for shooting still images at night
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.
[Landscape] : To take pictures of distant scenery.
[Close up] : Close-up shooting for small objects such as plants and insects.
[Text] : Use this mode to shoot a document.
[Sunset] : For taking pictures of sunsets.
[Dawn] : Daybreak scenes.
[Backlight] : Portrait without shadows caused by backlight.
[Firework] : Firework scenes.
[Beach & Snow] : For ocean, lake, beach and snowscape scenes.
ƃ When [Night], [Landscape], [Close up], [Text], [Sunset], [Dawn] and [Firework] scene
mode are selected, it is possible that camera shake will occur. In this case, take care of
the camera shaking.
INFORMATION
Auto
Manual
Movie
Night
portrait
Children
Mode Set
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Size
ƈ You can select the image size appropriate for your application.
Icon
5M 4M 3M 2M 1M VGA 640 320 160
Size
2592X1944 2272X1704 2048X1536
1600X1200 1024X768
640X480 640X480 320X240 160X128
STILL IMAGE modeMode MOVIE CLIP mode
ƃ The higher the resolution, the lower the number of available shots will be because high
resolution images require more memory than lower resolution images.
INFORMATION
[ STILL IMAGE mode ] [ MOVIE CLIP mode ]
2592 X 1944
2272 X 1704
2048 X 1536
1600 X 1200
1024 X 768
640 X 480
Size
640 X 480
320 X 240
160 X 128
Size
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