Samsung 3000, 3100 User Manual

Thank you for buying a Samsung Camera.
This manual will guide you through using the camera, including capturing images, downloading images and
using the application software. Please read this manual carefully before using your new camera.

ENGLISH

Digimax 3000
Digimax 3100

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Use this camera in the following order

Instructions

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
the Application S/W CD-ROM.(p.85)

Take a picture (p.20)

Insert the supplied USB cable into the PC’s USB
port and the camera’s USB connection
terminal.(p.91)

Check the camera’s power
If the power is turned off, press the camera button
to power it on.

Take a picture

Check the

camera’s power

Check

[Removable Disk]

Open Window s EXPLORER and search for
[Removable Disk].(p.92)

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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Getting to know your camera 5
About the icons 5
Danger 6
Warning 6
Caution 7
An FCC warning 7
This digital camera can be used for 8
Manufacturer's contents 10
Identification of features 11

Front & Top 11
Back & Bottom 11
Side/ 5-function button 12
Mode dial 12

Connecting to a Power Source 14

Using the AC power adapter
(3.3V 2.0A) 15

Using the batteries 16
Instructions on how to use the
memory card 17
Inserting the memory card 19
Removing the memory card 19

LCD monitor indicator 20
Starting the recording mode 21
Things to Watch Out for When Taking
Pictures 25
Using the camera buttons to adjust the
camera 26

POWER button 26

SHUTTER button 26
ZOOM W/ T button 26

TELE Zoom 27
WIDE Zoom 27

Voice memo/ UP button 28

Recording a voice memo 28
Macro/ Down button (Focusing) 29
Focus lock 30
FLASH/ LEFT button 31
Self-timer/ Right button 33
MENU/ OK button 34
+/- button 34
LCD button 38
Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera
settings 39
How to use the menu 40
Size 41
Quality 41
Metering 42
Continuous shot 43
Effect 43
Sharpness 44
Scene 44

Starting play mode 45

Playing back a still image 45

Playing back a movie clip 46

Playing back a recorded voice 46
LCD monitor indicator 47
Using the camera buttons to adjust the
camera 48
Thumbnail/ Enlargement button 48
Voice memo/ Up button 49
Play & Pause/ Down button 50
LEFT/ RIGHT/ MENU/ OK button 51

Contents

READY

RECORDING

PLAY

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LCD button 51
Delete button 52
Setting up the play back function using the
LCD monitor 53
Starting the slide show 54
Protecting images 55
Deleting images 56
Resize 57
Rotating an image 58
DPOF 58
DPOF : STANDARD 59
DPOF : INDEX 59
DPOF : PRINT SIZE 60
Copy Picture 61
PictBridge 62

Setup menu 64
File name 65
Auto power off 66
Language 67
Formatting a memory card 67
Setting up the Date/ Time/ Date type 68
Imprinting the recording date 68
Sound 69
LCD brightness 69
Selecting Video out type 70
Quick view 71
Initialization(RESET ALL) 71
Select card 72
Connecting an External Device (USB) 72
Setting up the MYCAM menu 73
Start up image 73
Start up sound 74

Shutter sound 74
Important notes 75
Warning indicator 77
Before contacting a service center 78
Specifications 81

Software Notes 83
System Requirements 83
About the software 84
Setting up the application software 85
Starting PC Mode 91
Removing the USB Driver for
Windows 98SE 94
Removable Disk 95
Removing the removable disk 96
Setting up the USB Driver for MAC 97
Using the USB Driver for MAC 97
Using PhotoImpression 98
Digimax Viewer 2.1 99
FAQ 100

Contents

SOFTWARE

SETUP

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Getting to know your camera

Thank you for buying a Samsung Digital Camera.

Prior to using this camera, please read the user manual thoroughly.
When you require After Sales service, please bring the camera and the cause of the camera
malfunction (such as Batteries, Memory card etc.) to the A/S center.
Please check that the camera is operating properly prior to when you intend to use it
(e.g. for a trip or an important event) to avoid disappointment. Samsung camera takes no
responsibility for any loss or damages that may result from camera malfunction.
Keep the manual in a safe place.
Microsoft, Windows and Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation
incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.
All brand and product names appearing in this manual are registered trademarks of their
respective companies.

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.

About the icons

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.

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Danger

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.
Please do not use this product in close proximity to flammable or explosive gases, as this
could increase the risk of explosion.
Should any form of liquid or a foreign object enter the camera, do not use it. Switch off the
camera, and then disconnect the power source (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.
Do not insert or drop metallic or inflammable foreign objects into the camera through access
points e.g. the memory card slot and battery chamber.
This may cause a fire or electric shock.
Do not operate this camera with wet hands. This could pose a risk of electric shock.

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.
When taking photographs, never point the lens of the camera directly into very strong light.
This may result in permanent damage to your eyesight.
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. If an accident should occur, please
consult a doctor immediately.

There is the possibility of injury from the camera’s moving parts.
Batteries and camera may become hot during prolonged use and it may result in camera
malfunction. Should this be the case, allow the camera to sit idle for a few minutes to allow it
time to cool.
Do not recharge non rechargeable batteries. This may cause an explosion.
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 body or cause a fire.

Always use the camera and its accessories in a well-ventilated area.

Warning

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Caution

Leaking, overheating, or burst batteries could result in fire or injury.

Use batteries with the correct specification for the camera.
Do not short circuit, heat or dispose of batteries in fire.

Do not insert the batteries with the reverse polarities.
Remove the batteries when not planning to use the camera for a long period of time.
Batteries may leak corrosive electrolyte and irreparably damage the camera's components.
Do not fire the flash while it is in contact with hands or objects.
Do not touch the flash after using it continuously. It may cause burns.
Do not move the camera while it is switched on, if you are using the AC Power Adapter.
After use, always switch off the camera before unplugging the adapter 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.

An FCC warning

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 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 the camera and the 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.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void user's authority to operate the equipment.

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This digital camera can be used for

Printing images using a dedicated printer,
DPOF and PictBridge compatible printer or a
DPOF-equipped photo lab.
(refer to page 58~60, 62~63)

Down loading image files from
camera to computer.
(refer to page 92)

Editing images on a PC.
(refer to page 98)

Viewing images on a TV.
(refer to page 70)

Taking a picture.

(refer to page 20)

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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 calendar.

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

Creation of a digital photo album.

Recording your voice.

(refer to page 23)

Recording a movie clip.

(refer to page 23)

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Manufacturer's contents

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

marked contents are optional.

Digital Camera USB cableAV cablePouch

Camera strap Software CDProduct warrantyUser manual

SD memory card

2 AA Alkaline

Batteries

Memory Stick Duo AC adapter (3.3V)

Battery

charger

Rechargeable

battery

AC adapter(5V)

Battery
charger

Rechargeable

battery

AC cord

Digimax Battery I-Pack : SBP-1103 KIT Digimax Battery I-Pack : SBP-1303 KIT

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Identification of features

Front & Top

Back & Bottom

Shutter button

Self-timer lamp

Flash light
amount sensor

Viewfinder

DC input
connection point

USB/ AV
connection terminal

Lens

Microphone

Flash

Power button

LCD monitor

Mode dial

Viewfinder

Autofocus indicator lamp(Green)

Flash indicator lamp(Red)

Zoom W button (Thumbnail)
Zoom T button (Digital zoom)

LCD button

Tripod socket

+&-/ DELETE button

Play mode button

5-function
button

* When using the digital zoom to take a picture, the composition of the picture may be different

depending on whether you are using the LCD monitor or the viewfinder.
The picture will be taken in the composition of the picture as it appears on the LCD monitor.

Strap eyelet

Speaker

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Identification of features

MANUAL mode

Please select this mode for quick and easy picture taking
with minimal user interaction.

Selecting the automatic mode will configure the camera with
optimal settings. You can still manually configure all
functions except the iris and shutter speed.

AUTO mode

You can select the desired working mode by using the mode dial located on the back of the
camera. This digital camera has 8 recording modes. These are listed below.

SD memory

card slot

Memory Stick

DUO slot

Battery chamber

Battery chamber cover

FLASH/

LEFT button

MENU/ OK button

Macro / DOWN

Play & Pause button

SELF-TIMER/
RIGHT button

Voice memo/ UP button

Side/ 5-function button

Mode dial

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Identification of features

This mode allows users to save frequently used shooting
settings for later use.

MySET mode

A movie clip can be recorded for as long as the available
recording time of the memory capacity allows.

- Image size : 640X480, 320X240(user selectable)

- Movie clip file type : *.avi

MOVIE CLIP mode

A voice recording can be recorded for as long as the available
recording time of the memory capacity allows.(Max : 1 hour)

- Voice recording file type : *.wav

VOICE RECORDING mode

Use the menu to easily configure optimal settings for a variety
of shooting situations including children, landscape, close-up,
sunset, dawn, backlight, fireworks, beach scenes, and
snowscape.

SCENE mode

This mode is used at night or against a dark background.

NIGHT SCENE mode

This is used for just portrait or both portrait and landscape
shots.

PORTRAIT mode

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Identification of features

Self-timer lamp(Based on 10-second Self-timer; see p. 33)

Color Status Camera Status

Blinking

For the first 7 seconds, the LED blinks at 1 second intervals.
For the final 3 seconds, the LED blinks quickly at 0.25­second intervals.

Red

Color Status Camera Status

Blinking

Recording Mode (lightly press the shutter button): Not focused
PC Mode: Transmitting Data

Recording Mode (lightly press the shutter button): Focused.
Turned off the LCD with the LCD button.
PC Mode: When the USB cable is inserted.

On

Green

Color Status Camera Status

Blinking

Flash in the process of charging
Flash ready

On

Red

MODE

Icon

Icon

MODE

SCENE

AUTO

MANUAL MySET

MOVIE CLIP

VOICE RECORDING

NIGHT SCENE

PORTRAIT

PLAY

CHILDREN

LANDSCAPE

CLOSE-UP

SUNSET DAWN

BACKLIGHT

FIREWORKS

BEACH&SNOW

Auto focus indicator lamp(Green)

Flash indicator lamp(Red)

Mode icons

Connecting to a Power Source

There are two ways in which to provide the camera with power. You can use batteries or
alternatively, you can use an AC(100 ~ 250V) Adapter (DC 3.3V 2.0A).
We recommend using batteries for a digital camera. (Within a year from the date of
manufacture) The batteries are listed below.

Non rechargeable batteries : AA type – Alkaline, Ni-Mn, Ni-Zn, Lithium

CR-V3 type – Lithium

Rechargeable batteries : AA type – Ni-MH, Ni-Cd (over 1000mA)

CR-V3 type – Digimax Battery I-Pack(SBP-1103, SBP-1303)

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Connecting to a Power Source

Important information about battery usage

It is easy to buy alkaline batteries. However, the duration for using batteries varies in

accordance with the battery manufacturer or the photographic conditions.

When the camera is not used, turn off the camera power.

Do not recharge the non rechargeable batteries. It may cause an explosion.

Please remove the batteries if the camera will not be used for long periods.

Batteries can lose power over time and are prone to leaking if kept inside the camera.

We recommend high capacity ALKALINE batteries as manganese batteries cannot

deliver sufficient power.

Low temperatures (below 0 ) can affect the performance of the batteries and you may

experience reduced battery life.

Batteries will usually recover at normal temperatures.

Do not use old and new batteries at the same time.

During extended use of the camera, the camera body may become warm.

This is perfectly normal.

Always turn off the power before taking the AC adapter out of the mains supply.

As with all mains powered devices, safety is important. Ensure that neither the camera

nor adapter comes into contact with water or metallic materials.

Please ensure that you use an AC adapter (3.3V 2.0A) with the correct specification for

the camera. Failure to do so may affect your warranty.

INFORMATION

DANGER

If you have access to a mains supply, using an AC
Adapter (3.3V 2.0A) allows the camera to be used for
long periods of time.
Plug the adapter into the connection point
(DC IN 3.3V) on the camera.
Remove the batteries from the camera when using an
AC adapter.

Using the AC power adapter (3.3V 2.0A)

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Connecting to a Power Source

Battery status

Battery indicator

The batteries are fully

charged.

Prepare new batteries.

There is no battery capacity.

Replace with new batteries.

There are 3 indicators for battery condition that are displayed on the LCD monitor.

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

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

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

: If the camera does not turn on after you have inserted batteries,

please check whether the batteries are inserted with the correct
polarity(+ and-).

Using the batteries

[

Inserting the AA type battery

][

Inserting the CR-V3 type battery

]

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Instructions on how to use the memory card

Be sure to format the memory card (see p. 67) if you are using a newly purchased memory
for the first time, if it contains data that the camera cannot recognize, or if it contains images
captured with a different camera.
Turn off the camera power whenever the memory card is being inserted or removed.
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.
The memory card is an electronic precision device.
Do not bend, drop or subject the memory card to any heavy impact.
Do not store the memory card 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 in temperature.
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.
Please keep the memory card in its case when not in use.
During and after periods of extended use, you may notice that the memory card is warm.
This is perfectly normal.
Do not use a memory card that is used in another digital camera or memory card reader.
Do not use a memory card formatted by another digital camera or memory card reader.

Maintenance of the memory card

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.

Samsung cannot be held responsible for lost data.
It is advisable to copy important data onto other media as back-up e.g. floppy disks, hard
disks, CD etc.
If there is insufficient memory available : If you press the shutter button for the shot, a [CARD
FULL !] message will appear and the camera will not operate. To optimize the amount of
memory in the camera, replace the memory card or delete unnecessary images stored on
the memory.

Preserving the memory card data

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Instructions on how to use the memory card

If you open the battery chamber cover when the camera power is turned on, the power
will turn off automatically.
Don't remove the memory card when the Auto focus lamp(Green) 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

Recorded image size Super fine Fine Normal

2048x1536 17 33 49
1600x1200 28 53 75

1024x768 64 106 139

640x480 129 201 227

The camera can use SD Memory Cards, MMC (Multi Media Card), and Memory Stick Duo.
Please consult the enclosed manual for using the MMC and Memory Stick Duo.

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 canceled.
Slide the switch to the top of the SD memory
card before taking a picture.

When using a 32MB SD memory card, the specified shooting capacity will be as follows.
(These figures are intended as an indication of expected performance). These figures are
approximate as image capacities can be affected by variables such as subject matter.

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Inserting the memory card

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.

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.

* When inserting the Memory Stick Duo, please have the label

side facing down (toward the LCD) and the other side up
(toward the lens).
Be careful not to insert the Memory Stick Duo into the SD
memory card slot.

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

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LCD monitor indicator

No. Description Icons Page

1 Battery p.16

3 Camera shake warning p.25
4 Flash p.31
5 Self-timer p.33
6 Voice memo p.28
7 Macro p.29
8 Metering p.42
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SD card/ MS DUO indicator
10 Sharpness p.44
11 Auto focus frame
12 Date/ Time 2004/01/01 01:00 PM p.68
13 Exposure compensation p.36

The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting functions and selections.

Recording mode2

p.12~13

[ Image & Full Status ]

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LCD monitor indicator

14 White Balance p.35
15 RGB p.35
16 Image quality p.41
17 Image size/ Continuous shot 2048, 1600, 1024, 640 p.41

Number of available shots remaining

28

19 Optical/ Digital Zoom rate

Starting the recording mode

1. Insert the batteries. (p.16)
Insert the batteries taking note of the polarity (+ / -).

2. Insert the memory card. (p.19)

3. Close the battery chamber cover.

4. Press the power button to turn on the camera.
(If the date/time that is displayed on the LCD monitor is
incorrect, reset the date/time before taking a picture.)

5. Select the AUTO mode by rotating the mode dial.

6. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the
image by using either the viewfinder or LCD monitor.

7. Press the shutter button to capture an image.

How to use the AUTO mode ( )

[ AUTO mode ]

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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 unable to capture an image clearly.

INFORMATION

Remaining time

(Movie clip/ Voice recording)

00:01:30/ 01:00:00

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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 iris and shutter speed.

Steps from 1-4 are the same as those for AUTO mode.

5. Select the MANUAL mode by rotating the mode dial.

6. Press the menu button to configure advanced functions
such as image size (p.41), quality (p.41), metering
(p.42), number of pictures in sequential shooting (p.43),
picture effects (p.43), sharpness (p.44).

7. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the
image by using either the viewfinder or LCD monitor.

8. Press the shutter button to capture an image.

Starting the recording mode

[ MANUAL mode ]

How to use the MySET mode ( )
This mode allows users to save frequently used shooting
settings for later use.
Steps from 1-4 are the same as those for AUTO mode.

5. Select the MySET mode by rotating the mode dial.

6. You can use the menus that appear when you press
camera and menu buttons to change the desired
camera functions.
The last changed function(s) will automatically be saved
as MySET mode.

7. If you rotate the Mode Dial to MySET mode while in
another camera operation mode, the camera settings
will switch to the settings you changed in Step 6.

8. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the
image by using either the viewfinder or LCD monitor.

9. Press the shutter button to capture an image.

[ MySET mode ]

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Starting the recording mode

How to use the MOVIE CLIP mode ( )

Steps from 1-4 are the same as those for AUTO mode.

5. Select the MOVIE CLIP mode by rotating the mode dial.

6. The MOVIE CLIP mode icon and available recording
time will display on the LCD monitor.

7. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the
image by using either the viewfinder or 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.

The auto focus lamp(green) will blink during the movie
clip recording.
* If you wish to stop recording, press the shutter button

again.

* Image size and type are listed below.

- Image size : 640x480, 320 x 240(Selectable)

- File type : *.avi

How to use the VOICE RECORDING mode ( )

Steps from 1-4 are the same as those for AUTO mode.

5. Select the VOICE RECORDING mode by rotating the
mode dial.

6. 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

A distance of 40cm between you and the camera (microphone) is the best distance to
record sound.

INFORMATION

[ MOVIE CLIP mode ]

STANDBY

[ VOICE RECORDING mode ]

START:SHUTTER

STANDBY

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How to use the SCENE mode ( )
Use the menu to easily configure optimal settings for a variety of shooting situations including
children, landscape, close-up, sunset, dawn, backlight, fireworks, beach scenes, and
snowscape.

Steps from 1-4 are the same as those for AUTO mode.

5. Select the SCENE mode by rotating the mode dial.

6. Press the MENU button and the SCENE mode menu
will be displayed.

7. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to select the
[SCENE] menu tab.

8. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the desired
[SCENE] sub menu. Please see page 44 for detailed
descriptions for each screen.

9. The current scene icon is displayed at the top left of the
LCD.

10. Point the camera towards the subject and compose

the image by using either the viewfinder or LCD
monitor.

11. Press the shutter button to capture an image.

Starting the recording mode

PORTRAIT mode ( )
This is used for just portrait or both portrait and landscape
shots.

NIGHT SCENE mode ( )
This mode is used at night or against a dark background.
Configure the shutter speed by zoom scale (Long Time
shutter) with the +/- button. Please see page 37 for a
detailed description for Long Time shutter.

[SCENE mode]

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Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures

The available recording time may vary depending on shooting conditions and camera
settings.
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, use a tripod,
support the camera on a solid surface or change the flash mode to flash shot mode.
Backlight compensated shots : When taking an outdoor shot, avoid facing the sun, as the

image may be dark because of the strong backlight.
In backlight conditions, please use Fill-in flash(p.31), Spot

metering(p.42) or Exposure compensation(p.36).
Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image.
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 these shots.
Using the LCD monitor extensively will drain the batteries.
We recommend turning off the LCD monitor and using the optical viewfinder as often as
possible in order to extend battery life.
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.

Pressing the shutter button down half way.

Lightly press the shutter button to confirm focus and flash battery charge. (See page. 14)
Press the shutter button all way down to take the picture.

[ Lightly press the shutter button ] [ Press the shutter button ]

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Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera

The RECORDING(AUTO, MANUAL, MySET, MOVIE CLIP, VOICE RECORDING, SCENE,
NIGHT SCENE, PORTRAIT) mode function can be set up by using the camera buttons.

Used for turning the camera s power on / off.
To turn on the camera power, press the power button for 1
second.
If there is no operation during the specified time, the
camera s power will be turned off automatically to save
battery life. Pressing the power button for over 3 seconds
will deactivate the start-up sound function.

POWER button

Used for taking an image or recording voice in the
RECORDING mode.
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.
In STILL IMAGE mode
Pressing the shutter button down halfway activates the auto focus and checks the condition
of the flash.
Pressing the shutter button 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.

SHUTTER button

If the menu is displayed in RECORDING mode, pressing
the ZOOM W/T button will skip 5 menu tabs at a time.
If the menu is not displayed, this button works as the
OPTICAL ZOOM or DIGITAL ZOOM button.

ZOOM W/ T button

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ZOOM W/ T button

This camera has a 3X optical zoom and a 4X digital zoom function.
Using both will offer a total zoom ratio of 12X.

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 zooming at the required
setting. Once the maximum digital zoom (4X) is achieved, pressing
the ZOOM T button will have no effect.

[ WIDE zoom ] [ TELE zoom ] [

Digital zoom 2.0X

]

Pressing the

ZOOM T button

Pressing the

ZOOM T button

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 2.0X ]

[ WIDE zoom ]

Pressing the

ZOOM W button

Pressing the

ZOOM W button

[ Digital zoom 4.0X ] [ Digital zoom 2.0X ]

[ TELE zoom ]

Pressing the

ZOOM W button

Pressing the

ZOOM W button

Optical zoom

Digital zoom

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ZOOM W/ T button

To use the digital zoom the LCD monitor has to be turned on.
Images taken using the digital zoom may take a little longer for the camera to process.
Allow time for this to take place.
Digital Zoom will not work in Night Scene mode.
You may notice a decrease in image quality when using the digital zoom.
You can record with digital zoom in MOVIE CLIP mode; you can use the digital zoom
while recording movie clips.
Do not use the zoom button while recording video, to avoid accidentally recording the
clicking sound. Please adjust the zoom before starting to record.
Take care not to touch the lens to avoid taking an unclear image and possibly causing
camera malfunction.
If the image is dim, turn the camera power off and on again to modify the lens position.
Take care not to press the lens as this may cause a camera malfunction.
When the camera is turned on, take care not to touch the camera s moving lens parts
as this may cause the resulting image to be dim and unclear.
Take care not to touch the lens during zoom operation as this may cause damage.

INFORMATION

Voice memo ( ) / UP button

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 ( ). You can add your voice-over to a stored still image.

Recording a voice memo

1. Rotate the MODE DIAL to select a RECORDING mode with the exception of MOVIE
CLIP and VOICE RECORDING modes.

2. Press the VOICE MEMO ( ) button.
If the voice memo indicator is displayed on the LCD monitor, the setting is completed.

[ Recording Voice Memo ]

[ Preparing for Voice Memo ]

STOP:SHUTTER

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Voice memo ( ) / UP button

3. Press the shutter button and take a picture. The picture is stored on the memory card.

4. Voice memo will be recorded for ten seconds from the moment the picture is stored.
In the middle of the sound recording, pressing the shutter button will stop the voice memo.

A distance of 40cm between you and the camera (microphone) is the best distance to
record sound.

INFORMATION

When the macro mode is selected, it is possible that camera shake will occur.
If this is the case, use a tripod to eliminate this.

INFORMATION

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 (within the distance range of 5cm - 80 cm).

Types of focus modes and focus ranges(W: Wide, T: Tele)

Macro ( ) / Down button (Focusing)

Focus type Auto

Focus range 80cm ~ Infinity W : 5 ~ 80cm T : 50 ~ 80cm

[ Auto focus ] [ Macro ]

Macro ( )

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Macro ( ) / Down button (Focusing)

Available focusing method, by recording mode
(O : Selectable , X : Not selectable, ∞ : Infinity focus range)

Focus lock

To focus on the subject positioned outside of the center, use the focus lock function.
Using the Focus Lock

1. Ensure the subject in the center of the autofocus frame.

2. Press the SHUTTER button halfway. When the green auto 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 pictured.

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 canceled.

[ The image to be captured ]

[ Press the SHUTTER button ]

halfway and focus on the subject

[Recompose the picture and fully ]

depress the SHUTTER button

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