Kodak Digimax 200 User Manual

Thank you for buying a Samsung Camera. This manual will guide you through using the Digimax 200,
Including taking pictures, downloading images and using MGI PhotoSuite software.
Please read this manual before using your new camera.

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SPECIAL FEATURES

FCC warning

Thank you for buying a Samsung Digital Camera.
This digital camera possesses the following features.

A high resolution of 2.1 mega pixels
2x digital zoom

Moving image function
USB interface function

1.5 inch TFT LCD monitor

This device has been tested in accordance with the limits of a class B digital device under
item 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide protection against harmful
interference in commercial installation.
This equipment generates, absorbs and can emit radio frequency energy. If it is not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to
radio communication.
There is however, no guarantee that interference will not occur in a some situations.
Should any interference occur when this device is in operation, please try one or more of
the following measures.

Change the location and direction of any aerial.
Increase distance between camera and affected device.
Use a different socket away from the affected device.
Please contact a Samsung agent or a radio/TV engineer.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.

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MANUFACTURE’S CONTENTS

MANUFACTURE’S CONTENTS

Please check that you have the correct contents before using this product.

Digital camera

USB cableWarranty card

SmartMedia

TM

card

AC Adapter ( 3V / 1.5A )

2 x AA Batteries

Pouch

Driver & application software

CD ROM

Camera strapVideo cable

User manual

Accessories (Optional)

THIS DIGITAL CAMERA CAN BE USED FOR

Viewing images on
TV

Editing images
on a PC

Recording images onto
CD

Printing images

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THIS DIGITAL CAMERA CAN BE USED FOR

Inserting images
directly into any
electronic document

Taking a self-portrait
and using the image
to personalize name
cards

You can even create your
own unique gift-wrap paper
by using your digital
images.

Creation of
a digital photo album

CONTENTS

Ready

Basic

Advanced

Software

Getting to know your camera 7
Safety note 8

Identification of features 10

Product Exterior 10
Viewfinder 12
LCD panel indicator 13

Ready 14

Connecting to Power 14

Using the batteries 14

Using the AC power adapter 15
Attaching the strap 15
Inserting the SmartMediaTMcard 16
Removing the SmartMedia

TM

card 16

How to set up the software 48

Setting up the MGI PhotoSuite III SE 48

How to use editing software 50

MGI PhotoSuite III SE 50

Setting up the shooting function 27

LCD menu 27
Details of every function mode 29

Record mode 29
Play mode 32
Motion mode 35
Set up mode 36
PC mode 37

Connection to an external monitor 38

Connection to an external monitor 38
How to download the images into your PC 39
Note in using 42

Caution 42

Warning indicator 43
Before contacting a service center 44
Specification 46
System requirements Digimax 200 47

Camera working mode 19

Camera working mode 19

Taking pictures 20

Now let’s take a picture 20

Setting up the shooting function 23

Shooting functions details using LCD panel

23

Select the flash mode 23

Macro picture indicator 24
Checking the battery 24

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA

About the image mark

Prior to using this camera, please read the user manual thoroughly.
Keep the manual in a safe place.

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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Warning

This is a descriptive statement warning of the result if the instructions are ignored or not
understood.

Note

This explains use of the camera, please refer to this.

Reference

This should assist further in the operation of the camera.

SAFETY NOTE

WARNING

Do not attempt to modify this camera in any way. This may result in fire, injury, electric shock
or severe damage to you or your camera. Internal inspection, maintenance and repairs
should be carried out by your dealer or Samsung Camera Service Center.
Do not use the flash in close proximity to the people or animals. Positioning the flash too
close to your subject’s eyes, may cause eyesight damage. Do not attempt to photograph
children using a flash, closer than 1 meter proximity.
When taking photographs, never point the lens of the camera directly into very strong light.
This may result in permanent damage to the camera or your eyesight.
Please do not use this product in close proximity to flammable or explosive gases, as this
could increase the risk of explosion.
For safety reasons keep this product and accessories out of reach of children or animals to
prevent accidents e.g.:

Swallowing batteries or small camera accessories.
In case of accidents, please consult a doctor immediately.
There is a risk of permanent eye damage if the flash is operated at a distance of less than
one meter from a person’s eyes.

There is a possibility of injury from the camera’s moving parts.
Should any form of liquid enter the camera, do not use it. Switch off the camera, and then
disconnect the power source (batteries or AC Power Adapter). You must contact your dealer
or Samsung Camera Service Center. Do not continue to use the camera as this may cause
a fire or electric shock.
Turn the camera off immediately, then disconnect the power source (batteries or AC Power
Adapter). Then contact your dealer or Samsung Camera Service Center. Do not continue to
use the camera as this may cause a fire or electric shock.
Do not insert or drop metallic or inflammable foreign objects into the camera through access
points e.g. 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.

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SAFETY NOTE

NOTE

Do not leave this camera in places subject to extremely high temperatures, such as a sealed
vehicle, direct sunlight or other places of extreme variances in temperature. Exposure to
extreme temperatures may adversely affect the camera’s internal components and could
cause a fire.
When in use, do not cover the camera or AC Power Adapter. This may cause heat to build
up and distort the camera case or cause a fire.
Always use the camera and its accessories in a well-ventilated area.
Leakage, overheating, or burst batteries could result in fire or injury.
Do not short circuit, heat or dispose of batteries in fire.
Do not use old batteries with new ones, or mix brands of batteries.
Ensure the batteries are positioned correctly with regard to polarity (+ / -).
When the camera is not in use for long periods, always unplug the camera from its power
source (batteries or AC Power Adapter) for safety purposes.
Leaking batteries can cause fire and pollution to the environment.
Allowing dust to accumulate in the camera over a long period is hazardous as extreme
circumstances may cause a fire. It is best to clean your camera prior to seasonal periods of
high humidity.
Consult your dealer or Samsung Camera Service Center for information on the cost of
cleaning your camera.
Do not move the camera while it is switched on, if you are using the AC Power Adapter.
After use, always switch off the camera before unplugging the adapter from the AC Power
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.

IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES

Product Exterior ( Top / Front )

Product Exterior ( Rear )

Lens

Viewfinder

Auto focus LED

Flash LED

(RED LED)

MENU/ENTER button

Power switch

Direction button : Up (

button

Direction button : Right(

button

Direction button : Down( button
Direction button : Left(

button

LCD Monitor

LCD button

LCD Panel Flash button

Shutter button

Mode dial

Self-timer lamp

Viewfinder

Macro button

Connection ports cover

Flash

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IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES

Product Exterior ( Side / Bottom )

Video connection terminal

(Video output terminal)

USB connection terminal

DC input connection point

(DC 3V IN)

Strap eyelet
Card cover open lever

Memory card slot

Tripod socketBattery chamber cover

Card cover

IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES

Viewfinder

Focus mark

Picture area frame

Reference

Vertical and Horizontal shots are taken in the same way.
Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you take a picture.
A picture can be spoiled when a finger, hair or camera strap is in front of the lens or the flash.

Note

Please use the LCD monitor when using Macro mode (0.2m~0.6m).
As there can be some differences between what is seen through the viewfinder and the resulting
image when taken at a range closer than 1.5m. It is recommended that you use the LCD monitor
to compose the shot.

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IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES

LCD panel indicator

: Macro Photography

: Batteries status good

RECORD/MOTION mode
: Number of available shots

remaining
PLAY mode
: Number of images captured
PC mode
: PC connection mode

: Batteries low, prepare to install new batteries

: Batteries exhausted. Replace

: Flash off

: Red-eye reduction

: Fill-in Flash

: Auto Flash

: Setting up the self-timer

E1 : Card error
E2 : Protected card
000 : No card
0 : Card full

Macro Indicator

Checking the batteries

Picture information indicator

Flash mode indicator

Self-timer mode indicator

Error message

READY

Connecting to Power

There are two ways in which to provide the camera with power.
Either use batteries (AA Alkaline or Ni-MH) or, alternatively, use an AC Adaptor.

Using the batteries

1

Open the battery chamber cover by pushing in the direction of
the arrow.

2

Insert the batteries taking note of the polarity (+ / -).

3

To close the battery chamber cover, push it until it clicks.

Note

Important information about battery usage

Please remove the batteries if the camera will not be used for long periods.
Batteries can lose power over time and are prone to leak if kept inside the camera.
Do not use manganese batteries as they cannot deliver sufficient power.
Low temperatures (below O C) can cause the camera to work for a shorter period of time due to
reduced battery performance. The batteries will recover at normal temperatures.
Do not use old and new batteries or different types together.
Extended use of the camera may cause the camera body to become warm.
This is perfectly normal.
If you are planning to use this camera for long periods of time, it is advisable to use an AC
adapter.

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READY

Attaching the strap

Using the AC power adapter

If you have access to a main supply, using an AC Adapter allows the
camera to be used for long periods of time.
Plug the adapter into the connection point on the camera.
Please ensure that you use an AC adapter with the correct
specification for the camera.
Failure to do so may affect your warranty.

To prevent accidental damage to the camera, always use the camera strap.

Refer to the illustrations below

WARNING

Always turn off the power before taking the AC adapter out of the main supply.
Keep the metallic part of camera away from any metallic material to prevent fatal damage.

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Inserting the SmartMedia

TM

card

Removing the SmartMedia

TM

card

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1

Pull down the card cover open lever in the
direction of the arrow to open.

2

Inserting the SmartMediaTMcard.

3

To close the card cover, push the card cover
toward the open switch until you hear a click.

1

Turn the power off using the power switch.

2

Open the cover.

3

Remove the card.

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Reference

Using an 8MB SmartMediaTMcard, the specification / shooting capacity will be as follows.
( This is based on the conditioning standard of our company )

The number of normal shots can vary according to the picture content.

7 1
14 1
30

2

24

2

52 3

83 4

Image resolution

Recorded picture quality

Super fine quality

.JPG
.JPG
.JPG
.JPG

.JPG
.JPG

Fine quality

Normal quality

Super fine quality

Fine quality

Normal quality

File format

Number of shots

L

(1600

1200 pixels)

S

(800

600 pixels)

Using a new SmartMediaTMcard for the first time

Before using the CARD, it must be initialized
Initializing prepares the CARD for recording data
For more details, please refer to the page 34

Note

If used over extended periods, SmartMediaTMcards may deteriorate and performance may be
impaired. If this occurs, it is best to replace with a new SmartMedia

TM

card. Should this be the
case, you will need to purchase a new SmartMediaTMcard.
Always turn the power off when replacing the SmartMediaTMcard

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Preserving the memory card data

If the card is subjected to any of the following, the recorded data may become corrupted:

When the card is used incorrectly.

If the power is switched off while initializing, reading or removing the card.
It is advisable to copy important data onto other media as back-up e.g. floppy disks, hard
disks etc.
Samsung cannot be held responsible for lost data

Note

Important information whilst using the SmartMediaTMcard

If you switch off the camera while it is reading, initializing or playing, the information on the

SmartMediaTMcard may be corrupted.

The SmartMediaTMcard is an electronic precision device.
Do not bend, drop or subject the card to any heavy impact.
Do not store the SmartMediaTMcard in an environment with strong electronic or magnetic fields,

e.g. near loud speakers or TV receivers.

Please do not use or store in an environment where there are extremes of temperature.
Do not allow the SmartMediaTMcard to come into contact with dirt.

Should this happen, clean the dirt off with a soft cloth.

Do not allow the camera to get into contact with sand, water or other contaminants.
Damage caused in this way will invalidate the warranty and may damage the camera beyond

economic repair.

Please keep the SmartMediaTMcard in its case when not in use.
During and after periods of extended use, you may notice that the SmartMedia

TM

card is warm.

This is perfectly normal.

CAMERA WORKING MODE

Camera working mode

You can select the appropriate working mode by using the mode dial located at the top of the
camera. This digital camera has 5 working modes.
These are listed below.

Record mode( )
This mode is used for taking normal pictures between 0.6m ~ infinity
and close range photography between 0.2m ~ 0.6m.
Press Marco ( ) button, then you will get the close up pictures

Play mode( )
In this mode, the stored images on the memory card including still
images and motion images, can be reviewed on the LCD monitor
on the back of the camera or on an external monitor using a Video
output terminal.

Motion mode( )
In this mode, you can record the motion image within the recording time you specify

Set up mode( )
In this mode, you can set up the functions of DATE/TIME, LCD BRIGHTNESS, VIDEO
MODE, BEEP, RESET TO DEFAULT, LANGUAGE.

PC mode( )
You can download still images and motion images stored on the memory card directly to
your PC.

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MODE DIAL

TAKING PICTURES

Now let’s take a picture

3

Select the desired image quality and file size on Record menu under Record mode ( ).
This can be selected by pressing the MENU/ENTER button.

1

To switch on the POWER switch ( )
After the power is turned on you will hear one beep sound and then you will hear one more
beep sound after the camera is ready

2

Turn the mode dial to the RECORD mode ( ) and select the desired mode ( Marco or
Normal ) according to the object distance. To check the macro status, please ensure the
macro ( ) button has been pressed. This is located on the top of the camera. Check if the
( ) icon is seen on LCD panel. If not, press the macro button again.
Macro ( ) : between 0.2m ~ 0.6m
Normal : between 0.6m ~ infinity

Note

You must select the appropriate shooting mode (macro or normal), depending on the
camera/subject distance.