Samsung Digimax A50 Owner Manual

ENGLISH

User’s Manual

Thank you for buying a Samsung Camera.

This manual will guide you through using the camera, including capturing images,

downloading images and using the application software.

Please read this manual carefully before using your new camera.

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Instructions

ƈ Use this camera in the following order

Insert the USB cable

Set up the

camera driver

Before connecting the camera to a PC, via the USB cable, you will need to set up the camera driver. Install the camera driver that is contained in the Application S/W CD-ROM.(p.104)

Take a picture (p.19)

Insert the supplied USB cable into the PC’s USB port and the camera’s USB connection terminal.(p.112)

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 WindowŖs EXPLORER and search for [Removable Disk].(p.113)

ƃ If you use a card reader to copy the images on the memory card to your PC, the images

could be damaged. When transferring the images taken with the camera to your PC, be sure to use the supplied USB cable to connect the camera to your PC. Please note that the manufacturer holds no responsibility for loss or damage of images on the memory card due to the use of a card reader.

ƃGetting to know your camera 5

ƃDanger 6

ƃWarning 6

ƃCaution 7

ƃAn FCC warning 7

ƃSystem chart 8

ƃIdentification of features 10

ƈFront & Top 10

ƈBack & Side 10

ƈBottom/ 5-function button 11

ƈSelf-timer lamp 12

ƈCamera Status Lamp 12

ƈMode icon 12

ƃConnecting to a Power Source 13

ƈUsing the batteries 14

Instructions on how to use the memory card

ƃInserting the memory card 17

ƃRemoving the memory card 17

ƃLCD monitor indicator 18

ƃChanging the recording mode 19

ƈSelecting the [MODE] menu 19

ƃStarting the recording mode 22

ƈHow to use the Auto mode 22

ƈHow to use the Movie clip mode 22

ƈRecording the movie clip without voice 23

ƈUsing Successive Recording 23

ƈHow to use the Program mode 23

ƈHow to use the Scene modes 24

How to use the VOICE RECORDING mode

ƃThings to Watch Out for When Taking

Pictures 26

ƃUsing the camera buttons to adjust the

camera 27

ƈPOWER button 27

ƈSHUTTER button 27

ƃZOOM W/ T button 27

ƃVoice recording/ Voice memo/ UP button 30

ƃMacro/ Down button 31

ƃFocus lock 32

ƃFlash/ Left button 33

ƃSelf-timer/ Right button 35

ƃMENU/ OK button 36

ƃM (Mode) button 36

ƃE (Effect) button 39

ƃSpecial Effect : Colour 39

ƃSpecial Effect : Preset focus frames 40

ƃSpecial Effect : Composite shooting 41

ƃSpecial Effect : Photo Frame 43

ƃMovie Clip frame stabilizer 44

ƃ+/- button 45

ƃUsing the LCD monitor to adjust the

camera settings 48

ƃHow to use the menu 50

ƃMode 50

ƃMODE SET 51

ƃSize 52

ƃQuality/ Frame rate 53

ƃMetering 54

ƃContinuous Shooting 54

ƃSharpness 55

ƃOSD(On Screen Display) information 55

ƃStarting play mode 56

ƈPlaying back a still image 56

ƈPlaying back a movie clip 57

ƈHow to capture the movie clip 57

ƈOn camera movie trimming 58

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Contents

READY

RECORDING

PLAY

ƈPlaying back a recorded voice 59

ƃLCD monitor indicator 60

ƃUsing the camera buttons to adjust the

camera 61

ƃThumbnail/ Enlargement button 61

ƃVoice memo/ Up button 62

ƃPlay & Pause/ Down button 63

ƃDelete button 64

ƃLeft/ Right/ Menu/ OK button 65

ƃAlbum button 66

ƃSetting up the play back function using the

LCD monitor 69

ƃRotating an image 72

ƃResize 73

ƃProtecting images 74

ƃDeleting all images 75

ƃDPOF 75

ƃDPOF : STANDARD 76

ƃDPOF : INDEX 76

ƃDPOF : PRINT SIZE 77

ƃDPOF : CANCEL 77

ƃCOPY TO CARD 78

ƃPictBridge 79

ƃPictBridge : Picture Selection 80

ƃPictBridge : Print Setting 81

ƃPictBridge : Printing 82

ƃPictBridge : RESET 83

ƃSetup menu 84

ƃFile name 85

ƃAuto power off 86

ƃLanguage 87

ƃFormatting a memory card 87

ƃSetting up the Date/ Time/ Date type 88

ƃImprinting the recording date 88

ƃAuto Focus lamp 89

ƃSound 89

ƃLCD brightness 90

ƃQuick view 90

ƃInitialisation 91

ƃSetting up the MYCAM menu 92

ƃStart up image 92

ƃShutter sound 93

ƃStart up sound 93

ƃImportant notes 94

ƃWarning indicator 96

ƃBefore contacting a service centre 97

ƃSpecifications 100

ƃSoftware Notes 102

ƃSystem Requirements 102

ƃAbout the software 103

ƃSetting up the application software 104

ƃStarting PC mode 112

ƃRemoving the USB Driver for

Windows 98SE 115

ƃRemovable Disk 116

ƃRemoving the removable disk 117

ƃSetting up the USB Driver for MAC 118

ƃUsing the USB Driver for MAC 118

ƃDigimax Master 119

ƃFAQ 124

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Contents

SOFTWARE

SETUP

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Getting to know your camera

Thank you for buying a Samsung Digital Camera.

ƃ Prior to using this camera, please read the user manual thoroughly. ƃ When you require After Sales service, please bring the camera and the cause of the camera

malfunction (such as Battery, Memory card etc.) to the A/S centre.

ƃ Please check that the camera is operating properly prior to when you intend to use it

(e.g. for a trip or an important event) to avoid disappointment. Samsung camera takes no responsibility for any loss or damages that may result from camera malfunction.

ƃ Keep the manual in a safe place. Ҭ Microsoft, Windows and Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation

incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.

Ҭ All brand and product names appearing in this manual are registered trademarks of their

respective companies.

DANGER

DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING

WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION

CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in a minor or moderate injury.

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.

Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)

(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should not be disposed with other household wastes at the end of its working life.

To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate this from other types of wastes and recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product, or their local government office, for details of where and how they can take this item for environmentally safe recycling. Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract. This product should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal.

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Danger

ƈ Do not attempt to modify this camera in any way. This may result in fire, injury, electric shock

or severe damage to you or your camera. Internal inspection, maintenance and repairs should be carried out by your dealer or Samsung Camera Service centre.

ƈ Please do not use this product in close proximity to flammable or explosive gases, as this

could increase the risk of explosion.

ƈ Should any form of liquid or a foreign object enter the camera, do not use it. Switch off the

camera, and then disconnect the power source. You must contact your dealer or Samsung Camera Service centre. Do not continue to use the camera as this may cause a fire or electric shock.

ƈ Do not insert or drop metallic or inflammable foreign objects into the camera through access

points e.g. the memory card slot and battery chamber. This may cause a fire or electric shock.

ƈ Do not operate this camera with wet hands. This could pose a risk of electric shock.

ƈ Do not use the flash in close proximity to people or animals.

Positioning the flash too close to your subject’s eyes, may cause eyesight damage.

ƈ For safety reasons keep this product and accessories out of reach of children or animals to

prevent accidents e.g.:

ҮSwallowing battery, or small camera accessories. If an accident should occur, please

consult a doctor immediately.

ҮThere is the possibility of injury from the camera’s moving parts.

ƈ Battery and camera may become hot during prolonged use and it may result in camera

malfunction. Should this be the case, allow the camera to sit idle for a few minutes to allow it time to cool.

ƈ Do not leave this camera in places subject to extremely high temperatures, such as a sealed

vehicle, direct sunlight or other places of extreme variances in temperature. Exposure to extreme temperatures may adversely affect the cameraŖs internal components and could cause a fire.

ƈ When in use, do not cover the camera.

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

ƈ Leaking, overheating, or burst battery could result in fire or injury.

ҮUse battery with the correct specification for the camera. ҮDo not short circuit, heat or dispose of battery in fire. ҮDo not insert the battery with the reverse polarities.

ƈ Remove the battery when not planning to use the camera for a long period of time.

Battery may leak corrosive electrolyte and permanently damage the camera’s components.

ƈ Do not fire the flash while it is in contact with hands or objects. Do not touch the flash after

using it continuously. It may cause burns.

ƈ Take care not to touch the lens and where the lens cover is to avoid taking an unclear image

and possibly causing camera malfunction.

ƈ Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image.

An FCC warning

ҮThis device has been tested in accordance with the limits of a class B digital device

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

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

ҮThis device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. ҮChanges or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for

compliance could void user's authority to operate the equipment.

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System chart

Please check that you have the correct contents before using this product. To buy the optional equipment, contact your nearest Samsung dealer or Samsung service centre.

Pouch

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User manual

Product warranty

Camera strap Software CD

(see p.103)

SD memory card/MMC

(see p.15)

DPOF compatible printer

(see p.75)

Rechargeable battery

(SBP-1303)

Rechargeable batteries

(SNB-2312)

CR-V3 battery

Battery charger

(SBC-L1)

Battery charger

(SBC-N1)

AC cord

AA Alkaline

Batteries

< Included items >

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System chart

For Windows ҮPC with processor better than

Pentium II 450MHz (XP : Pentium 700MHz)

ҮWindows 98/ 98SE/ 2000/ ME/ XP ҮMinimum 64MB RAM (XP : 128MB) Ү200MB of available hard-disk space

(Over 1GB recommend)

ҮUSB port ҮCD-ROM drive Ү1024 x768 pixels, 16-bit colour display

compatible monitor (24-bit colour display recommended)

ҮDirectX 9.0 or later

For Macintosh

ҮPower Mac G3 or later ҮMac OS 9.0~10.2 ҮMinimum 64MB RAM Ү110MB of available hard-disk space ҮUSB port ҮCD-ROM drive ҮQuickTime player or a media player that

supports AVI file format

ҮDivX (for movie clip)

System Requirements

When you connect the camera to a computer or printer, you have to use the USB cable supplied with the camera, or the external devices may not recognise the camera.

CAUTION

USB cable

PictBridge compatible

printer(see p.63)

Computer

(see p.112)

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Identification of features

Front & Top

Back & Side

Flash

LCD monitor

Shutter button

Power button

Play mode button

Speaker

Microphone

USB port

Self-timer lamp/ Auto Focus lamp

Lens

5 function button

E (Effect) button

Strap eyelet

Zoom T button (Digital zoom)

Zoom W button (Thumbnail)

M(Mode/Album) button

+/-,

DELETE button

Camera status lamp

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Identification of features

Bottom/ 5-function button

FLASH/

LEFT button

MENU/ OK button

Macro/ DOWN button

Play & Pause button

SELF-TIMER/ RIGHT button

Voice memo/ Voice recording/ UP button

Battery chamber

Memory card slot

Battery chamber

cover

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Identification of features

ƈ Mode icon : Refer to page 51 for more information about the camera mode setting.

MODE MOVIE CLIP

VOICE RECORDING

AUTO PROGRAM PLAY

ICON

NIGHT PORTRAIT CHILDREN

LANDSCAPE

CLOSE UP

ICON

MODE SUNSET DAWN BACKLIGHT

FIREWORKS

BEACH&SNOW

ICON

MODE

SCENE

ƈ Self-timer lamp

Icon Status Description

Blinking For the 2 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at 0.25-second intervals.

- 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.

A picture will be taken after about 10 seconds and 2 seconds later a

second picture will be taken.

ƈCamera Status Lamp

Status Description

Power on

The lamp turns on and off when the camera is ready to take a picture

After taking a picture The lamp blinks while saving the image data and turns off when the

camera is ready to take a picture

While movie recording The lamp blinks at a 0.25-second interval

While voice recording The lamp blinks at a 0.25-second interval

When the USB cable is inserted to a PC

The lamp lights up (LCD monitor turns off after initializing the device)

Transmitting Data with a PC

The lamp blinks (LCD monitor turns off)

When the USB cable is inserted to a printer

The lamps is off

When the printer is printing

The lamp blinks

Blinking

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Connecting to a Power Source

ƈ You can use batteries only to provide the camera with power.

ƃ 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

CR-V3 type - Lithium Ion battery

Rechargeable batteries : AA type - Ni-MH battery

(Samsung SNB-2312 recommended)

CR-V3 type - Lithium Ion battery

(Samsung SBP-1303 recommended)

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

accordance with the battery manufacturer or the photographic conditions.

ƃ When the camera is not used, turn off the camera power. ƃ Do not recharge the non rechargeable batteries. It may cause an explosion. ƃ 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.

ƃ We recommend high capacity batteries (listed above) as manganese batteries cannot deliver

sufficient power.

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

experience reduced battery life. Batteries will usually recover at normal temperatures.

ƃ Do not use old and new batteries at the same time. ƃ During extended use of the camera, the camera body may become warm.

This is perfectly normal.

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Battery status

Battery indicator

The battery are fully

charged

Prepare new battery

There is no battery capacity.

Replace with new battery.

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

ƃ When the battery chamber cover is opened, do not press the battery chamber cover by

force. This may cause the battery chamber cover modification or breakage.

INFORMATION

Connecting to a Power Source

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

]

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Instructions on how to use the memory card

ƃ Be sure to format the memory card (see p.87) if you are using a newly purchased memory for

the first time, if it contains data that the camera cannot recognise, or if it contains images captured with a different camera.

ƃ Turn off the camera power whenever the memory card is being inserted or removed. ƃ Repeated use of the memory card will eventually reduce the memory card’s performance.

Should this be the case, you will need to purchase a new memory card. Wear and tear on the memory card is not covered by the Samsung warranty.

ƃ The memory card is an electronic precision device.

Do not bend, drop or subject the memory card to any heavy impact.

ƃ Do not store the memory card in an environment with strong electronic or magnetic fields,

e.g. near loud speakers or TV receivers.

ƃ Please do not use or store in an environment where there are extremes in temperature. ƃ Do not allow the memory card to become dirty or to come into contact with any liquid.

Should this happen, clean the memory card with a soft cloth.

ƃ Please keep the memory card in its case when not in use. ƃ During and after periods of extended use, you may notice that the memory card is warm.

This is perfectly normal.

ƃ Do not use a memory card that is used in another digital camera.

To use the memory card in this camera, format the memory card using this camera.

ƃ Do not use a memory card formatted by another digital camera or memory card reader. ƃ If the memory card is subjected to any of the following, the recorded data may become

corrupted :

- When the memory card is used incorrectly.

- If the power is switched off or the memory card is removed while recording, deleting (formatting) or reading.

ƃ Samsung cannot be held responsible for lost data. ƃ It is advisable to copy important data onto other media as back-up e.g. floppy disks, hard

disks, CD etc.

ƃ If there is insufficient memory available

: A [CARD FULL!] message will appear and the camera will not operate. To optimise the

amount of memory in the camera, replace the memory card or delete unnecessary images stored on the memory.

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Instructions on how to use the memory card

ƃ Don't remove the memory card when the camera status lamp is blinking as this may

cause damage to data in the memory card.

INFORMATION

[ SD (Secure Digital) memory card ]

Write protect

switch

Label

Card pins

ƈ The camera can use SD Memory Cards and MMC (Multi Media Cards). Please consult the

enclosed manual for using the MMC Cards.

The SD memory card has a write protect switch that prevents image files from being deleted or formatted. By sliding the switch to the bottom of the SD memory card, the data will be protected. By sliding the switch to the top of the SD memory card, the data protection will be cancelled. Slide the switch to the top of the SD memory card before taking a picture.

ƈ When using a 10MB 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.

Recorded image size S. FINE FINE NORMAL

30FPS 15FPS

5M(2592x1944) 2 5 9 - -

4M(2272x1704) 3 7 12 - -

3M(2048x1536) 4 8 16 - -

2M(1600x1200) 8 15 22 - -

1M(1024x768) 21 30 38 - -

VGA(640x480) 47 56 62 - -

640(640X480) - - -

About 26sec About 43sec

320(320X240) - - -

About 1min 22 sec

About 2min 7sec

160(160X128) - - -

About 3min 4sec

About 4min 12sec

Still

image

Movie

clip

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Inserting the memory card

3. To close, push the battery chamber cover until you hear a

click. If the memory card does not slide in smoothly, do not attempt to insert it by force. Check the direction of insertion, and then insert it correctly. Do not insert the memory card the wrong way round. Doing so may damage the memory card slot.

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.

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.

Removing the memory card

ƃ When the camera is turned on, inserting or removing the memory card turns the camera

power off.

INFORMATION

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LCD monitor indicator

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

[Image & Full Status]

No. Description Icons Page

2 Battery p.14

3 Continuous shot AEB p.54

4 Flash p.33

5 Self-timer p.35

6 Macro p.31

7 Metering p.54

8 Card inserted indicator -

9 Auto focus frame -

10 Camera shake warning -

11 Date/ Time 2005.07.01 01:00 PM p.88

12 Exposure compensation p.47

13 ISO p.46

14 White Balance p.46

15 RGB RGB p.45

16 Sharpness p.55

Recording mode

p.51

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LCD monitor indicator

Changing the recording mode

ƈ You can select the desired working mode by the M (mode) button located on the back of the

camera and [MODE], [MODE SET] menu. Auto, Program, movie clip, scene (night, portrait, children, landscape, close-up, sunset, dawn, backlight, fireworks, beach & snow) camera modes are available.

STILL & MOVIE

FULL

CUSTOM

MODE

17 Image quality p.53

Number of available shots remaining 15 p.16

Remaining time (Movie clip/ Voice recording)

00:01:30/ 01:00:00 p.16

20 Voice memo/ Mic. off p.30/23

p.52

Image size

Optical/ Digital Zoom bar/

Digital Zoom rate

p.27

ƃSelecting the [MODE] menu

1. Insert the battery (p.14).

2. Insert the memory card (p.17). As this camera has a 10MB internal memory, you do not

need to insert the memory card. If the memory card is not inserted, an image will be stored in the internal memory. If the memory card is inserted, an image will be stored on the memory card.

3. Close the battery chamber cover.

4. Press the power button to turn on the camera.

5. Press the menu button and a menu will display.

6. Use the Left/ Right button to select the [MODE] menu.

7. Select [STILL & MOVIE], [FULL] or [CUSTOM] sub menu

by pressing the UP/DOWN button.

- [STILL & MOVIE] : A still image mode that was selected on the [MODE SET] menu and movie clip mode can be selected.

Refer to page 51 for more information about using the [MODE SET] menu.

- [FULL] : Auto, Program, Movie clip and scene modes can be selected.

- [CUSTOM] : Modes set as on in the [MODE SET] menu can be selected.

8. Press the MENU button and the menu will disappear.

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Changing the recording mode

ƃ Changing the recording mode : If the [STILL & MOVIE] menu was selected

Steps from 1-4 are the same as those for selecting the [MODE] menu.

5. A recording mode used just before will display.

6. Press the M (Mode) button located on the back of the camera and the recording mode will change to the movie clip mode.

7. Press the M (Mode) button again and a still image mode selected on the [MODE SET] menu will be selected.

ƃ Changing the recording mode : If the [FULL] menu was selected

Steps from 1-4 are the same as those for selecting the [MODE] menu.

5. A recording mode used just before will display.

6. Press the M (Mode) button located on the back of the camera and the mode selection menu will display.

7. To select the Auto, Program, Movie clip or Scene modes, press the Left/ Right button. To move between the Auto, Manual, Movie clip menu line and Scene menu line, press the Up/ Down button.

8. Press the M (Mode) button and the mode selection menu will disappear.

Pressing the M (Mode) button

[AUTO mode]

[MOVIE CLIP mode]

Pressing the Up button

NIGHT

[Selecting the Scene mode]

Pressing the Left button

[Mode selection menu]

AUTO

MOVIE

[Selecting the Movie clip mode]

MENU/OK:SET

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Changing the recording mode

ƃ Changing the recording mode : If the [CUSTOM] menu was selected

Steps from 1-4 are the same as those for selecting the [MODE] menu.

5. A recording mode used just before will display.

6. Press the M (Mode) button located on the back of the camera and the mode selection menu will display.

7. You can select modes set as on in the [MODE SET] menu by pressing the Up/ Down/ Left/ Right buttons. Refer to page 51 for more information about using the [MODE SET] menu.

8. Press the M (Mode) button and the mode selection menu will disappear.

Pressing the Up button

NIGHT

[Selecting the Scene mode]

Pressing the Left button

[Mode selection menu]

AUTO

MENU/OK:SET

MOVIE

[Selecting the Movie clip mode]

MENU/OK:SET

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Starting the recording mode

ƈ How to use the Auto mode

Use this for shooting basic still images.

1. Select the [FULL] sub menu on the [MODE] menu (p.19).

2. Select the Auto mode by pressing the M (Mode) button (p.20).

3. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using the LCD monitor.

4. Press the shutter button to capture an image.

ƈ How to use the Movie clip mode

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

1. Select the [FULL] sub menu on the [MODE] menu (p.19).

2. Select the Movie clip mode by pressing the M (Mode) button (p.20).

3. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using the LCD monitor.

4. Press the shutter button once and movie clips are recorded for as long as the available recording time allows. Movie clips will still be recorded if the shutter button is released. If you wish to stop recording, press the shutter button again. ſ Image size and type are listed below.

- Image size : 640X480, 320X240, 160X128 (user selectable)

- Movie clip file type : AVI (MPEG-4)

ƃ If the auto focus frame turns to red when you press the shutter button down half way, it

means that the camera cannot focus on the subject. Should this be the case, the camera is less likely to capture an image clearly.

ƃ Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image.

INFORMATION

[AUTO mode]

[MOVIE CLIP mode]

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ƈ How to use the Program mode

Selecting the automatic mode will configure the camera with optimal settings and you can manually configure various functions.

1. Select the [FULL] sub menu on the [MODE] menu (p.19).

2. Select the Program mode by pressing the M (Mode) button (p.20).

3. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using the LCD monitor.

4. Press the shutter button to capture an image.

[PROGRAM mode]

Starting the recording mode

ƈ Pausing while recording a movie clip (Successive Recording)

This camera allows you to temporarily stop during unwanted scenes, while recording a movie clip. Using this function, you can record your favourite scenes into a movie clip without having to create multiple movie clips.

ƃ Using Successive Recording

Steps from 1-2 are the same as those for MOVIE CLIP mode.

3. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the

image by using the LCD monitor. Press the shutter button and movie clips are recorded for as long as the available recording time. Movie clips will still be recorded if the shutter button is released.

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

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

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

ƈ Recording the movie clip without voice

You can record the movie clip without voice. Steps from 1-3 are the same as those for MOVIE CLIP mode.

4. Press the Up button and the ( ) icon will display on the LCD monitor.

5. Press the shutter button and movie clip is recorded for as long as the available recording time without voice.

6. To stop the recording, press the shutter button again.

[

Successive recording of a movie clip

]

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Starting the recording mode

ƈ How to use the Scene modes

Use the menu to easily configure optimal settings for a variety of shooting situations.

1. Select the [FULL] sub menu on the [MODE] menu (p.19).

2. Select the Scene mode by pressing the M (Mode) button (p.20).

3. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using the LCD monitor.

4. Press the shutter button to capture an image.

ſ The scene modes are listed below.

[NIGHT]( ) : Use this for shooting still images at

night or in other dark conditions.

[PORTRAIT]( ) : To take a picture of a person.

[CHILDREN]( ) : To take a picture of fast moving objects, for example, children.

[LANDSCAPE]( ) : To take pictures of distant scenery.

[CLOSE UP]( ) : Close-up shooting for small objects such as plants and insects.

[SUNSET]( ) : For taking pictures of sunsets.

[DAWN]( ) : Daybreak scenes.

[BACKLIGHT]( ) : Portrait without shadows caused by backlight.

[FIREWORKS]( ) : Firework scenes.

[

BEACH&SNOW

]( ) : For ocean, lake, beach and snowscape scenes.

[SCENE mode]

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Starting the recording mode

ƃA distance of 40cm between you and the camera (microphone) is the best distance to

record sound.

ƃIf the camera power is turned off while the voice recording is paused, the voice recording

is cancelled.

INFORMATION

ƈHow to use the VOICE RECORDING mode

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

1. In any mode with the exception of the Movie clip, select the VOICE RECORDING mode by pressing the Voice recording button twice.

2. 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

ƃPausing while recording a voice recording

This camera allows you to temporarily stop during unwanted recording, while recording a voice. Using this function, you can record your favorite voices into a voice recording file without having to create multiple voice recording files.

1. Press the shutter button and voice is recorded for as long as the available recording time. Voice will still be recorded if the shutter button is released.

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

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

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

[VOICE RECORDING mode]

[Pausing the voice recording]

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Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures

ƈ Pressing the shutter button down half way

Lightly press the shutter button to confirm focus and flash battery charge. Press the shutter button all way down to take the picture.

ƈ The available recording time may vary depending on shooting conditions and camera

settings.

ƈ When the Flash Off or Slow synchro mode is selected in a low lighting condition, the camera

shake warning indicator ( ) may appear on the LCD monitor. In this case, use a tripod, support the camera on a solid surface or change the flash mode to flash shot mode.

ƈ Backlight compensated shots : When taking an outdoor shot, avoid facing the sun, as the

image may be dark because of the strong backlight. To take a picture against the sun, please use the [BACKLIGHT] in the scene shooting mode (see page 24), Fill-in flash (see page 33), Spot metering (see page 54), or Exposure compensation (see page 47).

ƈ Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image. ƈ Under certain conditions the auto focus system may not perform as expected.

- When photographing a subject that has little contrast.

- If the subject is highly reflective or shiny.

- If the subject is moving at high speed.

- When there is strong reflected light, or when the background is very bright.

- When the subject matter has only horizontal lines or the subject is very narrow

(such as a stick or flagpole).

- When the surroundings are dark

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

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Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera

ƈ The recording mode function can be set up by using the camera buttons.

POWER button

SHUTTER button

ƃ If the menu is not displayed, this button works as the

OPTICAL ZOOM or DIGITAL ZOOM button.

ƃ Used for turning the camera’s power on / off. ƃ If there is no operation during the specified time, the

camera's power will be turned off automatically to save battery life. Refer to page 86 for more information about the auto power off function.

ƃ Used for taking an image or recording voice in the

recording mode.

ƃ In MOVIE CLIP mode

Pressing the shutter button down fully starts the process for recording a movie clip. Press the shutter button once and the movie clip is recorded for as long as the available recording time in the memory allows. If you wish to stop recording, press the shutter button again.

ƃ In STILL IMAGE mode

Pressing the shutter button down halfway activates the autofocus and checks the condition of the flash. Pressing the shutter down fully takes the image and stores the relevant data regarding the shot. If you select voice memo recording, the recording will start after the camera has finished storing the image data.

ZOOM W/ T button

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ZOOM W/ T button

ƈ This camera has a 3X optical zoom and a 4X digital zoom function. Using both will offer a

total zoom ratio of 12X.

ƃ TELE Zoom

Optical zoom TELE : Pressing the ZOOM T button. This will zoom into the subject i.e.

the subject will appear nearer.

Digital zoom TELE : When the maximum (3X) optical zoom is selected, pressing the

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

[ WIDE zoom ] [ TELE zoom ]

[ Digital zoom 4.0X ]

Pressing the

ZOOM T button

Pressing the

ZOOM T button

ƃ WIDE Zoom

Optical zoom WIDE : Pressing the ZOOM W button. This will zoom out from the subject

i.e. the subject will appear further away. Pressing the ZOOM W button continuously will set the camera to its minimum zoom setting i.e. the subject appears at its furthest from the camera.

Digital zoom WIDE : When the digital zoom is in operation, pressing the ZOOM W

button will reduce the digital zooming in steps. Releasing ZOOM W button stops digital zooming. Pressing the ZOOM W button will reduce the digital zoom and then it will continue to reduce the optical zoom until the minimum setting is reached.

[ TELE zoom ] [ Optical zoom 2X ] [ WIDE zoom ]

Pressing the

ZOOM W button

Pressing the

ZOOM W button

[ Digital zoom 4.0X ]

[ TELE zoom ] [ WIDE zoom ]

Pressing the

ZOOM W button

Pressing the

ZOOM W button

Optical zoom

Digital zoom

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ZOOM W/ T button

ƃ Images taken using the digital zoom may take a little longer for the camera to process.

Allow time for this to take place.

ƃ You may notice a decrease in image quality when using the digital zoom. ƃ To view more clear digital zoom image, press the shutter button halfway at the maximum

(3X) optical zoom position and press the zoom T button again.

ƃ The digital zoom can’t be activated in the [NIGHT], [CHILDREN], [CLOSE UP] and

[FIREWORKS] scene modes.

ƃ The digital zoom cannot be used in movie clip shots. ƃ If the Zoom buttons are being pressed during the Movie clip shots, the voice will not

recorded.

ƃ Take care not to press the lens, lens cover and camera by force. This may cause the

camera malfunction.

INFORMATION

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Voice recording( )/ Voice memo( )/ UP button

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

record sound.

INFORMATION

ƈ While the menu is showing, press the 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 recording or voice memo button. You can record your voice or add your voice-over to a stored still image. Refer to page 25 for more information about the voice recording.

ƃ Recording a voice memo

1. Press the M (Mode) button to select a Recording mode with the exception of Movie clip mode.

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

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

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

Pressing the Voice memo button

[Recording Voice Memo]

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