Samsung A63 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.

Figures (Images) used for the manual are based on model Digimax A6.

ENGLISH

Digimax A63

User's Manual

Instructions

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 the Application S/W CD-ROM.(p.97)

Take a picture (p.21)

Insert the supplied USB cable into the PC’s USB port and the camera’s USB connection terminal.(p.105)

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

Take a picture

Check the

camera’s power

Check

[Removable Disk]

Open Window s EXPLORER and search for [Removable Disk].(p.106)

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.

Contents

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 15

Using the AC power adapter (3.3V 2.0A)

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

Maintenance of the memory card 17

Preserving the memory card data 17 Inserting the memory card 19 Removing the memory card 19

LCD monitor indicator 20 Starting the recording mode 21

How to use the AUTO mode 21

How to use the PROGRAM mode 22

How to use the AS mode 22

How to use the M mode 23

How to use the VOICE RECORDING

mode 23

How to use the MOVIE CLIP mode 24

Pausing while recording a movie clip

(Successive Recording) 24

NIGHT SCENE mode 25

How to use the SCENE mode 25 Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures 26 Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera 27

POWER button 27

SHUTTER button 27 ZOOM W/T button 27 Voice memo/ UP button 29 Macro/ Down button (Focusing) 30 Focus lock 31 FLASH/ LEFT button 32 Self-timer/ Right button 34 MENU/ OK button 35 +/- button 36 ASM button(Manual & Scene mode button) 39 LCD button 41 Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settings 42 How to use the menu 44

Size 44

Quality 45

Metering 46

Continuous shot 46

Effect 47

Sharpness 48

Save / Load the camera configuration

(MYSET) 49

Scene 50

Starting play mode 51

Playing back a still image 51

Playing back a movie clip 52

Playing back a recorded voice 52

READY

RECORDING

PLAY

Contents

LCD monitor indicator 53 Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera 54

Thumbnail/ Enlargement button 54 Voice memo / Up button 55 Play & Pause/ Down button 56 LEFT/ RIGHT/ MENU/ OK button 57 LCD button 57

Delete button 58 Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor 59 Starting the slide show 62 Rotating an image 63 Resize 64 Protecting images 65 Deleting all images 66 DPOF 66 DPOF : STANDARD 67 DPOF : INDEX 67 DPOF : PRINT SIZE 68 DPOF : CANCEL 68 COPY TO CARD 69 PictBridge 70 PictBridge: Picture Selection 71 PictBridge: Printing 72 PictBridge: Print Setting 73 PictBridge : RESET 74

Setup menu 75 File name 76 Auto power off 77 Language 78 Formatting a memory card 79 Setting up the Date/ Time 80 Date type 80 Imprinting the recording date 81

Function lamp 81 Sound 82 Selecting an External Device (USB) 83 LCD brightness 83 Quick view 84 Initialization(RESET ALL) 84 Setting up the MYCAM menu 85 Start up image 85 Shutter sound 86 Start up sound 86 Important notes 87 Warning indicator 89 Before contacting a service center 90 Specifications 93

Software Notes 95 System Requirements 95 About the software 96 Setting up the application software 97 Starting PC Mode 105 Removing the USB Driver for Windows 98SE 108 Removable Disk 109 Removing the removable disk 110 Setting up the USB Driver for MAC 111 Using the USB Driver for MAC 111 Digimax Viewer 2.1 112 Using PhotoImpression 113 Digimax Reader 114 FAQ 116

SOFTWARE

SETUP

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.

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

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.

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 66~74)

Down loading image files from camera to computer. (refer to page 106)

Editing images on a PC.

(refer to page 113)

Taking a picture.

(refer to page 21)

This digital camera can be used for

Inserting images directly into any electronic document.

Taking a favourite image and creating your own personalized calendar with it.

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 24)

Manufacturer's contents

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

marked contents are optional.

Digital Camera Camera strapUSB cablePouch

User manual SD memory cardSoftware CDProduct warranty

2 AA Alkaline

Batteries

AC adapter

(SAC-32, 3.3V)

Battery

charger

Rechargeable

battery

AC cord

Battery

charger

Rechargeable

battery

AC cord

Digimax Battery I-Pack : SNB-2312 KIT Digimax Battery I-Pack : SBP-1303 KIT

Identification of features

Front & Top

Back & Bottom

* 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.

Viewfinder

Flash indicator lamp(Red)

Mode dial

Autofocus indicator lamp(Green)

Zoom W button (Thumbnail)

LCD button

Zoom T button (Digital zoom)

5-function button

Tripod socket

ASM (Manual & Scene mode) button

Play mode button

DC input connection port

USB connection port

LCD monitor

+/-, DELETE

button

Shutter button

Power button

Microphone

Mirror for self

portrait

Speaker

Lens

Mode dial

Viewfinder

Flash

Function lamp

Identification of features

PROGRAM 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 top of the camera. This digital camera has 8 recording modes. These are listed below.

Side/ 5-function button

Mode dial

Battery chamber

Memory card slot

Battery chamber cover

FLASH/

LEFT button

MENU/

OK button

MACRO / DOWN button

SELFTIMER/ RIGHT button

Voice memo/ UP button

Identification of features

Aperture priority/ Shutter priority mode The Aperture and Shutter can be set manually in the AS mode.

AS mode

Manual mode The Aperture value, Shutter speed and various functions can be set manually in this mode.

M 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

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

- Image size : 640X480, 320X240, 160X120(user selectable)

- Movie clip file type : *.avi

MOVIE CLIP mode

Use the menu to easily configure optimal settings for a variety of shooting situations including portrait, children, landscape, text recognition, 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

Identification of features

Function lamp& Self-timer lamp

Function Description

For the first 7 seconds, the lamp blinks at 1 second intervals. For the final 3 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at 0.25-second intervals. *The lamp will function while using the self-timer even if the configuration

is set to off the lamp.(Based on 10-second Self-timer; see p. 34)

Function lamp blinks and then turns off when the camera is ready to take a picture

Function lamp blinks once Function lamp blinks at a 1-second interval

MODE

Icon

MODE

SCENE

AUTO

PROGRAM

VOICE RECORDING

MOVIE CLIP

NIGHT SCENE

PLAY

CHILDREN

Mode icons

LANDSCAPE

CLOSE UP

TEXT

PORTRAIT

SUNSET

DAWN

BACKLIGHT

FIREWORKS

BEACH&

SNOW

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.

Green

Color Status Camera Status

Blinking

Flash in the process of charging Flash ready

Red

Auto focus indicator lamp

Flash indicator lamp

Color Status Camera Status

Turned off the LCD with the LCD button. PC Mode: When the USB cable is inserted.

Green

Mode dial lamp

While the self timer is functioning

Power on After taking a picture

While movie recording While voice recording.

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.

INFORMATION

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)

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(Samsung SNB-2312 recommended)

Ni-Cd(over 1000mAh)

CR-V3 type - Samsung SBP-1303(Lithium Ion battery)

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(+/-).

Using the batteries

[Inserting the AA type battery]

[ Inserting the CR-V3 type battery ]

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.

DANGER

Instructions on how to use the memory card

Be sure to format the memory card (see p. 79) 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

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

The camera can use SD Memory Cards and MMC (Multi Media Card).

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 internal 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.

Mode

Quality/Size

2816 2272 2048 1600 1024 640

640 320 160

SUPER FINE

8 13 16 26 64 162 - - -

FINE

16 26 32 52 127 322 - - -

NORMAL

25 39 48 78 191 488 - - -

30FPS

- - - - - - 44SEC

1MIN 37SEC5MIN

15FPS

------

1MIN 13SEC

3MIN

8MIN 50SEC

STILL IMAGE mode MOVIE CLIP mode

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.

2. Have the front of the memory card facing toward the back of the camera (LCD monitor) and the card pins toward the front of the camera (lens), 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

LCD monitor indicator

[ Image & Full Status ]

No. Description Icons Page

1 Battery p.16

3 Continuous shot p.46 4 Flash p.32 5 Self-timer p.34 6 Macro p.30 7 Metering p.46 8 Card inserted indicator

9 Auto focus frame 10 Camera shake warning p.26 11 Date/ Time

2004.08.01 01:00 PM 12 Exposure compensation p.38 13 White Balance p.38

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

Recording mode

p.12~13

p.49

AEB

LCD monitor indicator

ISO

p.36

Sharpness

p.48

Image quality

p.45

Image size

Voice memo

p.29

Optical zoom/ 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 ]

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

How to use the PROGRAM 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 PROGRAM mode by rotating the mode dial.

6. Press the menu button to configure advanced functions such as image size (p.44), quality (p.45), metering (p.46), continuous shooting (p.46), picture effects (p.47), sharpness(p.48) and MYSET(p.49) settings.

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

[ PROGRAM mode ]

How to use the AS mode ( ) The Aperture and Shutter can be set manually in this mode. Steps from 1-4 are the same as those for AUTO mode.

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

6. Use the ASM, Up/Down/Left/Right buttons to select Aperture Value and Shutter speed.

* Please see page 39 for details on Aperture and Shutter

speed setting.

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.

[ AS mode ]

Starting the recording mode

How to use the M mode ( ) The Aperture and Shutter can be set manually in this mode. Steps from 1-4 are the same as those for AUTO mode.

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

6. Use the ASM, Up/Down/Left/Right buttons to select Aperture Value and Shutter speed.

* Please see page 40 for details on Aperture and Shutter

speed setting.

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.

* If the M mode is selected, a bar to indicate the exposure

value will display on the bottom of the LCD monitor. ( )

[ M mode ]

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.

* The auto focus indicator lamp(Green) blinks during voice

recording.

[ VOICE RECORDING mode ]

START:SHUTTER

STANDBY

Starting the recording mode

[ MOVIE CLIP 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. Recording time will display on the LCD monitor.

If you wish to stop recording, press the shutter button again. Image size and type are listed below.

- Image size : 640x480, 320 x 240, 160x120(Selectable)

- File type : *.avi

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 favorite scenes into a movie clip without having to create multiple movie clips.

Using Successive Recording

Steps from 1-6 are the same as those for MOVIE CLIP mode.

8. Press the Pause button( ) to pause recording.

9. Press the Pause button( ) again to resume the recording.

10. If you wish to stop recording, press the shutter button

again.

[ Successive recording of a movie clip ]

Starting the recording mode

How to use the SCENE mode ( ) Use the menu to easily configure optimal settings for a variety of shooting situations including portrait, children, landscape, text recognition, 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 ASM(Manual & Scene mode) button and use the Left/Right buttons to select the sub menu.

7. After selecting a desired sub menu, press the ASM(Manual & Scene mode) button or OK button.

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

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

10. Press the shutter button to capture an image.

[ SCENE mode ]

NIGHT SCENE mode( ) This mode is used at night or against a dark background. It is possible that camera shake will occur. If this is the case, use a tripod to eliminate this. Use the ASM, Up/Down/Left/Right buttons to select Aperture Value and Shutter speed. Please see page 39 for details on Aperture and Shutter speed setting.

[NIGHT SCENE mode]

Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures

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.

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. To take a picture against the sun, please use the [BACKLIGHT] in the scene shooting mode (see page 50), Fill-in flash (see page 32), Spot metering (see page 46), or Exposure compensation (see page 38). 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

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

Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera

The RECORDING 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. If there is no operation during the specified time, the camera’s power will be turned off automatically to save battery life.

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

ZOOM W/T button

If the menu is not displayed, this button works as the OPTICAL ZOOM or DIGITAL ZOOM button.

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 2X] [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

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. The zoom function can’t be activated during the movie clip recording. 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 button. 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

REC

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. When you take a picture within 25cm(MACRO focus), select the FLASH OFF mode.

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 4-80 cm).

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

Macro( ) / Down button (Focusing)

Focus type Auto

Focus range 80cm ~ Infinity W : 4 ~ 80cm T : 25 ~ 80cm

[ Auto focus ] [ Macro ]

Macro ( )

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