Samsung 350 SE User Manual

Thank you for buying a Samsung Camera. This manual will guide you through using the Digimax 350SE, including taking images, downloading images and using MGI PhotoSuite III SE software. Please read this manual before using your new camera.

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SPECIAL FEATURES

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

A high resolution of 3.2 mega pixels A 3 X optical and 2 X digital zoom lens Movie clip and sound recording function An easy and fast PC interface with USB Storage Driver & Digimax viewer Compact size & high class design

A 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 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.

MANUFACTURER’S CONTENTS

Manufacturer's contents

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

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Digital camera

Applications S/ W ,

Driver CD-ROM

Accessories (optional)

CompactFlash card (CF CARD)

User manual

4 AA Alkaline Batteries Pouch

USB cableVideo cable Camera strap

Product warranty

AC Adapter

THIS DIGITAL CAMERA CAN BE USED FOR

Recording images onto CD

Viewing images on TV

Printing images

Editing images on a PC

THIS DIGITAL CAMERA CAN BE USED FOR

Creation of a digital photo album

Inserting images directly into any electronic document

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

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

CONTENTS

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Getting to Know your camera 7 Safety note 8 Identification of features 10

Product Exterior 10 Viewfinder 12 LCD monitor indicator 14 LCD monitor menu indicator 16

Preparation 19

Connecting to Power 19

Using the batteries 19

Using the AC power adapter 20 Attaching the strap 20 Inserting the CF CARD 21 Removing the CF CARD 21 Instructions on how to use the CF CARD 23 Selecting the date and time 24

Camera working mode 25 Taking photos 26

Advanced

Setting up shooting function 29

Movie clip shot 29 Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera 30 Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera 40

Setting up play back functions 52

Starting play mode 52

Setting up play function by using the camera button 53 Setting up play function by using the LCD monitor 59

Setting up the camera system 67

Starting Set up mode 67 Connecting to an external monitor 78 PC mode 79 Important notes 80

Caution 80

Warning indicator 82 Before contacting service center 83 Specification 86

Software

Software manual 88 How to set up the softwares for Windows 89

Setting up USB driver for Windows 90

Setting up Digimax Viewer 92

Setting up the MGI PhotoSuite III SE 94 Connecting the camera for Windows 97 Removable Disk 97 How to use the softwares 100

Digimax Viewer 100

MGI PhotoSuite III SE 101 Removing the USB driver for Windows 114 Connecting the camera for MAC 116 How to install and use the USB driver for MAC 117 FAQ 118

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA

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

About the image mark

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.

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.

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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. 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.

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.

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IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES

Product Exterior (Front / Top / Bottom)

Flash

Shutter button

(page 30)

Microphone

Mode dial (page 25)

Strap eyelet

Battery chamber cover /

Card cover

Mode dial Lamp

Speaker

Flash fading control sensor

Viewfinder

Self-timer lamp

Lens

Tripod socket

IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES

Product Exterior (Back)

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LCD monitor

Autofocus

indicator (Green)

lamp

Viewfinder

Flash indicator

(Red) lamp

FLASH/LEFT button (page 35)

Power button (page 30)

Zoom ( W ) / Thumbnail button (page 33 / page 53)

Zoom (T) button (page 33 / page 54)

LCD button (page 31 / page 55)

MENU button (page 31 / page 55)

FOCUS/DELETE button (page 32 / page 56)

5-function button

MIC / UP button (page 38 / page 57)

SELFTIMER/RIGHT button (page 37)

OK button (page 35 / page 55)

METERING/PLAY&PAUSE/DOWN button (page 39 / page 57)

IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES

Product Exterior (side)

Viewfinder

DC input connection point (DC IN 6V) USB connection terminal Video connection terminal

Close range picture area mark

Optimum picture area within 0.8m ~ 1.5m

Picture area frame

Optimum picture area over 1.5m

Autofocus frame

IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES

Reference

Vertical and Horizontal shots are taken in the same way. Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you take a picture.

[ Horizontal grip ] [ Vertical grip ]

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Note

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.

IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES

LCD monitor indicator

The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting conditions.

Shot mode Whenever you press the LCD button, the LCD monitor will change in the following order : Image & Status Image only LCD Off.

Image & Status

1 Shot mode indicators 2 Battery indicator page 19 3 Camera shake warning page 28 4 Flash page 35 5 Self timer page 37 6 Macro / Fixed focus page 32 7 White Balance page 50 8 Metering methods page 39

/ 2.5M 1.0M

IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES

9 Exposure compensation page 47 10 Zoom / Digital Zoom page 33 11

Number of available shots remaining 12 Image size / Continuous shot page 41/45 13 Image quality page 42 14 Sharpness page 43 15 ISO page 49 16 Date / Time page 24

2002 / 03 / 01 00:00:00

17 Sound recording page 38

Play mode Whenever you press the LCD button, the LCD monitor will change in the following order : Image Image & Status

9999

ISO

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Battery condition indicator

Movie clip shot indicator

Sound recorded indicator This indicator will display when a sound recorded still image plays back.

PROTECT indicator (page 60) This indicator will display when you set PROTECT. DPOF indicator (page 64) This indicator will display when you set STANDARD DPOF.

SIZE : 2048X1360 ISO : 100 TV : 1/60 AV : F 2.8 DATE : 2002 / 03 / 01

2002/03/01 00:00:00

Image & Status

Stored image number

The last stored image number is

displayed.

Image information (page 55)

Sound recording indicator (page 57)

When you press the MIC button, this indicator will display

that a sound signal has been recorded. This sound

recording is linked to the image that has been taken.

Date / Time indicator

This indicator will display when you

set Imprint.

IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES

LCD monitor menu indicator

Each mode has a menu as shown below. The default settings in each mode are printed below.

STILL IMAGE mode

STILL IMAGE 1/2

SIZE QUALITY SHARPNESS EFFECT

EXIT : MENU MOVE PAGE :

Menu Sub menu

2048X1536 FINE NORMAL NORMAL

STILL IMAGE 2/2

SHOOTING EXPOSURE ISO W.BALANCE

EXIT : MENU MOVE PAGE :

SINGLE +0.0 EV AUTO AUTO

NIGHT SCENE mode

NIGHT SCENE

SIZE QUALITY SCENE

EXIT : MENU

2048X1536 FINE PORTRAIT

SIZE : select image size(page 41) QUALITY : select image quality (page 42) SHARPNESS : select image sharpness (page 43) EFFECT : add effect to image (page 44)

SHOOTING : select shot mode ( Single / Continuous )

(page 45) EXPOSURE : select E.V. (page 47) ISO : select ISO (page 49) W.BALANCE : select White Balance (page 50)

SIZE : select image size (page 41) QUALITY : select image quality (page 42) SCENE : select night shot mode (page 51)

IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES

MOVIE CLIP mode

MOVIE CLIP

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EXPOSURE ISO W. BALANCE EFFECT

EXIT : MENU

PLAY mode

PLAY 1/2

SLIDE SHOW PROTECT DELETE ALL FORMAT

EXIT : MENU MOVE PAGE :

PLAY [DPOF] 2/2

STANDARD INDEX CANCEL REVIEW

+0.0 EV AUTO AUTO NORMAL

03 SEC UNLOCK NO NO

00 PRINTS 00 PRINTS NO S[00] / I[00]

EXPOSURE : select E.V. (page 47) ISO : select ISO (page 49) W.BALANCE : select White Balance (page 50) EFFECT : add effect to image (page 44)

SLIDE SHOW : play back stored images continuously

(page 59) PROTECT : protect stored image (page 60) DELETE ALL : delete all stored images (page 62) FORMAT : format CF CARD (page 63)

STANDARD : set DPOF as STANDARD (page 64) INDEX : set DPOF as INDEX (page 65) CANCEL : cancel DPOF setting (page 66) REVIEW : review DPOF setting (page 66)

EXIT : MENU MOVE PAGE :

IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES

SET UP mode

SETUP 1/3

FORMAT FILE NAME POWER OFF LANGUAGE

NO SERIES 03 MIN ENGLISH

MOVE PAGE :

FORMAT : format CF CARD (page 67) FILE NAME : input file name (page 67) POWER OFF : set up auto power off (page 69) LANGUAGE : select language (page 69)

SETUP 2/3

DATE SETUP IMPRINT DATE TYPE USER SET

2002 / 03 / 01 OFF YYYY / MM / DD OFF

MOVE PAGE :

DATE SETUP : select Date / Time (page 70) IMPRINT : print Date / Time on stored image (page 71) DATE TYPE : select Date / Time type (page 72) USER SET : set the camera to the user's preferences

(page 73)

SETUP 3/3

SOUND LCD VIDEO OUT QUICK VIEW

NTSC 01 SEC

MOVE PAGE :

SOUND : select SOUND (page 76) LCD : select LCD brightness (page 76) VIDEO OUT : select VIDEO OUT type (page 77) QUICK VIEW : view a stored image for a short time

(page 77)

Reference

There is no associated menu in PC mode and the LCD monitor is always turned off in PC mode.

PREPARATION

Connecting to Power

There are two ways in which to provide the camera with power. You can use batteries(AA Alkaline or CR-V3), or alternatively, you can use an AC Adapter (DC 6V / 2.0A).

Using the batteries

Open the battery chamber cover by pushing in the

direction of the arrow.

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

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

Reference

This camera will automatically switch off when not in use for a period of time. We recommend high–capacity ALKALINE batteries (2000mAh) as manganese batteries cannot deliver sufficient power.

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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 leaking if kept inside the camera. Low temperatures (below O°C) can affect the performance of the batteries and you may experience reduced battery life. Batteries will normally 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. If you are planning to use this camera for long periods of time, it is advisable to use an AC adapter.

PREPARATION

Using the AC power adapter If you have access to a mains supply, using an AC Adapter allows the camera to be used for long periods of time. If you connect the camera to a computer, it is advisable to use an AC adapter, as this will enable extended use. Plug the adapter into the connection point (DC IN 6V) on the camera. Please ensure that you use an AC adapter with the correct specification for the camera (6v /2.0A). Failure to do so may affect your warranty.

WARNING

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.

Attaching the strap

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

Refer to the illustrations below

PREPARATION

Inserting the CF CARD

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

Insert the card towards the arrow. The front side of the CF

CARD (printed arrow) and the front side of the camera should face in the same direction when the card is inserted.

To close, push the card cover against the arrow until you

hear a click.

Removing the CF CARD

Turn the power off using the power button ( ).

Push the Card eject lever ( ) down.

Remove CF CARD as shown in the image.

CompactFlashTMcard is the registered trademark of Sandisk.

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Note

Repeated use of a CF CARD will eventually reduce the card’s performance. Should this be the case, you will need to purchase a new CF CARD. Wear and tear on the card is not covered by the Samsung warranty. If you open the card cover when the camera power is turned on, the power will turn off automatically.

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Reference

Using a 16/ 32MB CF CARD, the specified shooting capacity will be as follows. (These figures are intended as an indication of expected performance)

Recorded image size Recorded image quality

Super Fine 9 19

2048 x 1536

Fine 19 39

(Large)

Normal 29 59

Super Fine 10 22

2048 x 1360

Fine 22 45

(Photo)

Normal 32 66

Super Fine 38 77

1024 x 768

Fine 75 153

(Medium)

Normal 110 225

Super Fine 163 333

512 x 384

Fine 269 547

(Small)

Normal 377 767

These figures are approximate as image capacities can be affected by variables such as card performance and subject matter.

Number of shots

16MB 32MB

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Instructions on how to use the CF CARD

Using a new CF CARD for the first time

Before using the CF CARD, it must be initialized. Initializing prepares the CF CARD for recording data. For more details, please refer to page 67

Preserving the CF CARD data

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

- When the CF CARD is used incorrectly.

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

Important information on the use of the CF CARD

If you switch off this camera while it is reading, initializing or playing, the information on the CF CARD may be corrupted. The CF CARD is an electronic precision device. Do not bend, drop or subject the card to any heavy impact. Do not store the CF 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 of temperature. Do not allow the CF CARD to become dirty or to come into contact with any liquid. Should this happen, clean the card with a soft cloth. Please keep the CF CARD in its case when not in use. During and after periods of extended use, you may notice that the CF CARD is warm. This is perfectly normal.

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PREPARATION

Selecting the date and time

You can record the date and time with the image data in the CF CARD when you take an image. You will need to check and select the correct Date / Time when : The camera is used for the first time. The batteries have been removed for a period longer than 1 hour.

Turn on the power by pressing the Power button.

5-function button

Set the mode dial to the SETUP mode ( ).

The setup menu will show on the LCD monitor.

Move to the SETUP 2/3 menu by using the RIGHT

button( ) on the 5-function button.

Move to the DATE SETUP by using the DOWN button( ) on

the 5-function button and press the RIGHT button( ). A menu will then be displayed on the LCD monitor as shown alongside.

Select correct Date / Time by using the 5 -function button and press the OK button to update Date /

Time. SETUP 2/3 menu will be displayed on the LCD monitor.

The setting is completed. The camera can now be used with the selected camera mode.

DATE SETUP IMPRINT DATE TYPE USER SET

BACK : SET : OK

SETUP 2/3

2002/03/01

00 : 00

Reference

The selection range for date/time setup covers from 2001~2050.(It is automatically programmed to allow for a leap year/ month) It is originally set as [2002/03/01 00:00]

CAMERA WORKING MODE

Camera working mode

You can select the desired working mode by using the mode dial located on the top of the camera. This digital camera has 6 working modes. These are listed below

STILL IMAGE mode ( ) This mode is used for macro shots between 0.2m ~ 0.8m, normal images from 0.8 ~ infinity and taking a moving subject continuously.

NIGHT SCENE mode ( ) This mode is used at night or against a dark background. In this mode you can select [LANDSCAPE] for scenery or [PORTRAIT] for both scenery and portrait.

MOVIE CLIP mode ( ) This mode is used for movie clips. The flash is changed to FLASH OFF when this mode is selected.

PLAY mode ( ) In this mode, the stored images on the CF CARD can be viewed on the LCD monitor on the back of the camera or on an external monitor using a video output terminal. If you view a shot which has additional sound recording, the sound will play back whilst the image is viewed. You can select single image play back, 9 thumbnail screen, slide show, image protection, all image deletion or CF CARD formatting in this mode.

Mode dial information

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PC mode ( ) Your computer will recognize the camera as a Removable Disk when connected by the USB cable. You can transfer images between the computer and the camera.

SETUP mode ( ) In this mode, you can set up basic settings such as sound, format, auto power off, date / time, LCD brightness.

TAKING PHOTOS

Now let's take a picture

To switch on the camera, press the POWER button ( ).

Pressing the power button over 2 seconds changes the SOUND setting to OFF, though you have set the setting to ON. If you wish to hear the buzzer sound, set the setting to ON.

Select the desired mode (Still image / Night scene/ Movie clip) according to the image

range or subject by using the mode dial ( ) on the top of the camera. Macro and Continuous shooting are available in STILL IMAGE mode.

Change the menu by using the camera buttons and LCD monitor and select the

appropriate settings (image quality, image size etc.). Refer to pages 29 ~ 77 for information on camera setting.

Decide the image composition that you want to achieve by using the optical viewfinder or

the LCD monitor.

When taking images, squeeze the shutter button gently to avoid camera shake.

Pressing the shutter button down halfway activates the autofocus and checks the condition of the flash. Pressing the shutter button down halfway activates the autofocus. After selecting the focus, the Green lamp will light up. To prevent camera shake, press the Shutter button gently as the autofocus might be changed by camera shake. With lighting up the Green lamp, pressing the shutter down fully takes the image and stores the relevant data regarding the shot.

TAKING PHOTOS

Note

Select Macro shot mode when the subject is between 0.2m ~ 0.8m from the camera. Refer to page 32 for information on Macro shooting. If you take an image in dark place " LOW LUMINANCE" message will display on the LCD monitor. In addition, it may cause the camera to fix the focus as listed below. Normal shot mode : 2.5M Macro shot mode : 0.5M In this case, increase the lighting value or take an image in a bright place. If you do not select the correct shot mode appropriate to the distance from the subject to the camera, you will not be able to obtain a clear shot of the subject. Avoid obstructing the Flash control sensor when you take an image. An image can be spoiled when a finger, hair or camera strap is in front of the Flash control sensor. Using the LCD monitor extensively will drain the batteries. We recommend using the optical viewfinder as often as possible in order to extend battery life. If the LCD monitor is more appropriate, switching it off between shots will also help to extend the battery life.

Reference

If there is no card, [NO CARD!] message will show in the LCD monitor. If there is no card, no buttons will function except for Power button, Mode dial and Zoom button. If there is insufficient memory available:

If you press the shutter button halfway for the shot, the following message is displayed and the camera will not operate.

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CARD FULL !

To optimise the amount of memory in the camera, replace the CF CARD or delete unnecessary images stored on the CF CARD.

TAKING PHOTOS

Reference

There are two LED lamps (one green, one red) positioned next to the viewfinder.

If the camera is in focus when you press the shutter button halfway, the green LED will light up and you can take an image. If the red lamp lights up, the flash can fire. If the red lamp blinks, the flash is being charged. When an image is being stored onto the CF CARD, the green lamp blinks slowly. When the image data has been stored, the green LED light will go out. After the green LED light has gone out, you can resume taking images.

Note

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 the subject matter has only horizontal lines or the subject is very narrow (such as a stick or flagpole). When there is strong reflected light, or when the background is very bright.

Camera shake warning.

When the Flash Off mode is selected, 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 shot

When taking an outdoor shot, avoid facing the sun, as the image may be dark because of backlight. In backlight conditions, please use the exposure compensation (refer to page

47). Alternatively, press the METERING button after the LCD monitor comes on, and the exposure will be adjusted accordingly.

SETTING UP SHOOTING FUNCTION

Movie clip shot

In a movie clip shot, sound and movie clip are recorded at the same time. When the mode dial is rotated to MOVIE CLIP mode, the LCD monitor will be displayed as shown below.

Available recording time. (e.g. : 24sec)

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. The self-timer lamp (red) on the front of the camera will illuminate during the recording. Image size and type are listed below.

- Image size : QVGA (320 x 240)

- File type : *.AVI When the movie clip is being recorded to the CF CARD, the Green lamp blinks. [Please Wait] message will be displayed on the LCD monitor.

ADVANCED

Note

Don’t remove the batteries during the movie clip shot as it makes the movie clip file size decrease.

SETTING UP THE SHOOTING FUNCTION

Using the camera button to adjust the camera

Still image, Night scene and Movie clip can be set up using the camera button.

POWER button

- Used for turning the camera power on / off.

- The camera power will be turned off automatically during periods of inactivity. This is done to reduce battery drain. The camera can be reactivated by pressing the power button again.

SHUTTER button

- Used for taking images in shot mode (Still image, Night scene, Movie clip).

- Pressing the shutter button down halfway activates the autofocus and checks the condition of the flash. Note that releasing the button will de-select the autofocus and the camera will re focus when the button is depressed for the second time Pressing the shutter down fully takes the image and stores the relevant data regarding the shot.

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