Samsung Digimax V700 Owner 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 software applications. Please read this manual carefully before using your new camera.

ENGLISH

•Digimax V10

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 Application software CD-ROM.(p.110)

Take a picture (p.22)

Insert the supplied USB cable into the PC’s USB port and the camera’s USB connection terminal.(p.120)

Check the camera’s power. If the power is turned off, press the camera button to turn it on.(p.29)

Take a picture

Check the

camera’s power

Check

[Removable Disk]

Open Window s EXPLORER and search for [Removable Disk].(p.121)

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.

Getting to know your camera 5 About the icons 5 Danger 6 Warning 6 Caution 7 An FCC warning 7 System chart 8 Identification of features 10

Front & Top 10 Back 10 Side/ 5-function button 11 Mode dial 11

Connecting to a Power Source 14

Using the AC power adapter 15 Using the batteries 16

Removing the battery 16 Instructions on how to use the memory card 17 Inserting the memory card 19 Removing the memory card 19 When Using the Camera for the First Time 20

LCD monitor indicator 21 Starting the recording mode 22

How to use the AUTO mode 22

How to use the PROGRAM mode 23

How to use the APERTURE PRIORITY

mode 23

How to use the SHUTTER PRIORITY

mode 24

How to use the MANUAL mode 24

How to use the MySET mode 25

How to use the MOVIE CLIP mode 25

How to use the SCENE mode 27

How to use the VOICE RECORDING

mode 27 Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures 28 Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera 29

POWER button 29

SHUTTER button/ Jog dial 29 ZOOM W/T button 29 Voice memo/ UP button 32 Macro/ Down button (Focusing) 33 Focus lock 34 FLASH/ LEFT button 34 Self-timer/ Remote/ Right button 37 MENU/ OK button 39 +/- button 40 AEL/ASM button 43 MF button 44 LCD button 45 Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settings 46 How to use the menu 49 Size 49 Quality 50 Metering 51 Continuous shot 52 Sharpness 53 Effect 53 Special Effect 54 Special Effect : Preset focus frames 54 Special Effect : Composite shots 55 Special Effect : Photo Frame 56 Save / Load a specific camera configuration (MySET) 57 Scene 58 Movie Clip frame stabiliser 59

Contents

READY

RECORDING

Contents

Starting play mode 60

Playing back a still image 60 Playing back a movie clip 61 How to capture the movie clip 61 On camera movie trimming 62

Playing back a recorded voice 63 LCD monitor indicator 64 Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera 65

Thumbnail / Enlargement button 65 Voice memo / Up button 66 Play & Pause/ Down button 67 LEFT/ RIGHT/ MENU/ OK button 68 LCD button 68 Delete button 69 Album button (MF button) 70 Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor 73 Starting the slide show 76 Protecting images 77 Deleting images 78 Resize 79 Rotating an image 80 DPOF 81 DPOF : STANDARD 81 DPOF : INDEX 82 DPOF : PRINT SIZE 82 PictBridge 83 PictBridge: Picture Selection 84 PictBridge: Print Setting 85 PictBridge: Printing 86 PictBridge: DPOF print 86 PictBridge : RESET 87

Setup menu 88

File name 89 Auto power off 90 Language 91 Formatting a memory card 91 Setting up the Date/ Time/ Date type 92 Imprinting the recording date 92 Sound 93 Connecting an External Device (USB) 93 Auto Focus lamp 94 LCD brightness 94 Selecting Video out type 95 Quick view 96 Initialisation 96 Setting up the MYCAM menu 97 Start up image 97 Start up sound 98 Shutter sound 98 Important notes 99 Warning indicator 101 Before contacting a service centre 102 Specifications 105

Software Notes 107 System Requirements 107 About the software 108 Setting up the application software 110 Starting PC mode 120 Removing the USB Driver for Windows 98SE 123 Removable Disk 124 Removing the removable disk 125

Setting up the USB Driver for MAC 126

Using the USB Driver for MAC 126 Digimax Viewer 2.1 127 Digimax Reader 128 Using PhotoImpression 130 FAQ 132

SETUP

SOFTWARE

PLAY

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 centre. 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 centre. 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 centre. 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 permanently 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.

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.

User manual

Waranty card

Camera strap

Software CD

(see p.108)

SD memory card

(see p.17)

DPOF compatible

printer(see p.81)

Rechargeable battery

(SLB-1137)

Battery charger

(SBC-L3)

CHARGE

AC cord

AC adapter

(SAC-32, DC 3.3V 2.0A)

< Included items >

Pouch

Remote control

System chart

USB cable AV cable

PictBridge compatible

printer(see p.83)

Computer

(see p.120)

External monitor

Yellow cable – Video

White colour - Voice

(see p.95)

For Windows

PC with processor better than MMX Pentium 233MHz (XP : Pentium II 300MHz) Windows 98/98SE/2000/ME/XP Minimum 32MB RAM (XP : 128MB) 140MB of available hard-disk space USB port CD-ROM drive 800x600 pixels, 16-bit colour display compatible monitor (24-bit colour display recommended)

For Macintosh

Power Mac G3 or later Mac OS 9.2 ~ 10.3 Minimum 64MB RAM 110MB of available hard-disk space USB port CD-ROM drive QuickTime player DivX(for movie clip)

System Requirements

When you connect the camera to a computer, printer or external monitor, you have to use the USB/ AV cable supplied with the camera, or the external devices can't recognise the camera.

CAUTION

Identification of features

Front & Top

Back

Jog dial

Flash

Lens

Power button

Mode dial lamp

Microphone

Auto Focus lamp & Selftimer lamp

Mode dial

MF button

(Album button)

Autofocus indicator

lamp(Green)

Strap eyelet

Zoom T button (Digital zoom)

Zoom W button (Thumbnail)

Play mode button

LCD monitor

DC input connection point

USB/ AV connection terminal

Shutter button

Speaker

AEL/ASM

button

+/-, DELETE

button

Flash indicator lamp(Red)

LCD button

5-function button

Remote control sensor

Tripod socket

Viewfinder

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

Memory card slot

Battery chamber cover

FLASH/ LEFT

button

MENU/ OK

button

Macro/ Play & Pause button/

DOWN button

SELF-TIMER/ Remote/ RIGHT button

Voice Recording

/ Voice memo/ UP button

Battery chamber

Battery holder

Identification of features

Set the aperture value for automatic exposure depends on the brightness of the object by automatic shutter speed setting in the camera.

A (Aperture priority) shooting mode

Set the shutter speed for automatic exposure depends on the brightness of the object by automatic aperture value setting in the camera.

S (Shutter priority) shooting mode

The user can manually set both the aperture value and the shutter speed.

M (Manual) shooting mode

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

MySET mode

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

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

- Movie clip file type : *.avi(MPEG-4)

MOVIE CLIP mode

Use the menu to easily configure optimal settings for a variety of shooting situations. These include NIGHT, PORTRAIT, CHILDREN, LANDSCAPE, CLOSE UP, TEXT RECOGNITION, SUNSET, DAWN, BACKLIGHT, FIREWORKS and BEACH & SNOW scenes.

SCENE mode

Identification of features

Self-timer lamp (Based on 10-second Self-timer; see p. 37)

MODE

Icon

MODE

SCENE

AUTO

PROGRAM

MySET

VOICE RECORDING

Night

MOVIE CLIP

PLAY

Children

Landscape

Close up

Sunset Dawn

Backlight Fireworks

Beach & Snow

Auto focus indicator lamp

Mode dial lamp

Flash indicator lamp

Mode icons

A priority

Portrait

Text

S priority

Manual

Colour Status Camera Status

Blinking

- For the first 8 seconds, the LED blinks at 1second intervals.

- For the final 2 seconds, the LED blinks quickly at 0.25-second intervals.

Red

Colour 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

Colour Status Camera Status

Blinking

Flash in the process of charging Flash ready

Red

Colour Status Camera Status

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

Green

Connecting to a Power Source

Important information about battery usage

When the camera is not used, turn off the camera power. Do not charge 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. 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. During extended use of the camera, the camera body may become warm. This is perfectly normal. If the camera is in PC mode, slide show, playing back a voice recording or playing back a movie clip, it is recommended that you use an AC adapter.

INFORMATION

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 rechargeable battery (SLB-1137).

Connecting to a Power Source

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

If you have access to a mains supply, using an AC Adapter (SAC-32, DC 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 (SAC-32, DC 3.3V 2.0A, optional)

Connecting to a Power Source

Using the batteries

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.

Removing the battery

1. Turn off the camera power. Open the battery chamber

cover and move the battery holder aside. The battery will be released.

2. Take out the battery and close the battery chamber cover.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Instructions on how to use the memory card

Be sure to format the memory card (see p.91) 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. 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. To use the memory card in this camera, format first the memory card by using this camera. Do not use a memory card formatted by another digital camera or memory card reader.

Maintenance of the memory card

Preserving the memory card data

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

Instructions on how to use the memory card

Don't remove the memory card when the Auto focus lamp(Green) is blinking as this may cause damage to data in the memory card.

INFORMATION

[ SD(Secure Digital) memory card ]

Write

protect

switch

Label

Card

pins

Recorded image size TIFF S. Fine Fine Normal 30 FPS 15FPS

3072X2304 1 9 15 23 - 2816X2112 1 10 18 26 - 2592X1944 1 11 21 33 - 2272X1704 2 14 26 40 - 2048X1536 3 17 33 50 - 1600X1200 4 30 51 60 - -

1024X768 11 60 106 129 - -

640X480 22 121 165 202 - 640X480 - - - -

About 2MIN About 4MIN

320X240 - - - -

About 4MIN About 7MIN

160X128 - - - -

About 8MIN About 15MIN

The camera can use SD Memory Cards and MMC (Multi Media Cards). Please consult the enclosed manual for using the 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 canceled. Slide the switch to the top of the SD memory card before taking a picture.

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

Still

image

Movie

clip

Inserting the memory card

1. Turn off the camera’s power and pull the battery chamber cover in the direction of the arrow to open.

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.

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.

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

When the camera is turned on, inserting or removing the memory card makes the camera power be turned off.

INFORMATION

When Using the Camera for the First Time

If the camera is turned on for the first time, a menu will be displayed to set date, time and language in the LCD monitor. This menu will not be displayed after setting up the date, time and language. Set up the date, time and language before using this camera.

Setting up the date, time and date type

1. Select the [D & Time] menu by pressing the UP/DOWN button and press the RIGHT button.

2. Press the UP/DOWN/LEFT/RIGHT button to select the desired sub menu and press the OK button. RIGHT button : Selects YEAR/ MONTH/ DAY/ HOUR /

MINUTE/DATE TYPE

LEFT button : Moves the cursor to the [D & Time]

main menu if the cursor is at the first item of the date and time setup. In all other instances, the cursor will be shifted to the left of its current position.

UP/ DOWN button : changes the value of each item.

You can select 18 languages. These are listed below: English, Korean, French, German, Spanish, Italian, S. Chinese, T. Chinese, Japanese, Russian, Portuguese, Dutch, Danish,Swedish, Finnish, Thai, BAHASA(MALAY/ INDONESIAN) and Arabic. Even if the camera is restarted, the language setting will be maintained.

INFORMATION

Setting up the language

1. Select the [Language] menu by pressing the UP/DOWN button and press the RIGHT button.

2. Select the desired sub menu by pressing the UP/ DOWN button and press the OK button.

Setup

D & Time 05/01/01

Language English

Move: Change:

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Setup

D & Time 05/01/01

Language English

Move: Change:

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LCD monitor indicator

[ Image & Full Status ]

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

No. Description Icons Page

1 Battery p.16

3 Shooting type p.52 4 Flash p.34 5 Self-timer p.37 6 Voice memo p.32 7 Macro p.33 8 Metering p.51 9 AEL p.43

Manual/ Continuous auto focus

p.44 11 Sharpness p.53 12 Auto focus frame 13 Camera shake warning p.28 14 Date/ Time 2005/01/01 01:00 PM

Recording mode2

p.11~12

LCD monitor indicator

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.

Optical/ Digital Zoom bar

3072, 2816, 2592, 2272, 2048, 1600, 1024, 640

Starting the recording mode

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 aperture value 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.49), quality (p.50), metering (p.51), continuous shooting (p.52) , picture effects (p.53) and special effects (p.54).

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.

[ PROGRAM mode ]

[ Aperture priority mode ]

How to use the APERTURE PRIORITY mode ( ) Steps from 1-4 are the same as those for AUTO mode.

5. Select the APERTURE PRIORITY mode by rotating the mode dial.

6. Select the desired aperture value by rotating the jog dial.

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.

* Smaller Aperture values make the object sharp but blur

the background. Larger Aperture values make both the object and background sharp.

Starting the recording mode

How to use the SHUTTER PRIORITY mode ( )

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

5. Select the SHUTTER PRIORITY mode by rotating the mode dial.

6. Select the desired shutter speed by rotating the jog dial.

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. * High Shutter speeds can capture a moving object in a

still image as if the object is not moving. Low Shutter speeds can capture a moving object with an ‘active’ effect.

[ Shutter Priority mode ]

How to use the MANUAL mode ( )

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

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

6. Press the ASM button to select the shutter speed or the aperture value. Then select the desired shutter speed or aperture value by rotating the jog dial.

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.

[ Manual mode ]

Starting the recording mode

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

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

6. Press the menu button.

7. Use the Left/Right buttons to select the [Load Myset] menu tap. Use the Up/Down buttons to select desired MySET number.

8. Press the OK button to load the camera configuration saved in the MySET number and close the menu screen.

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.

Please see page 57 for details of the MySET shooting mode and menus.

[ MySET 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.

* If you wish to stop recording, press the shutter button

again.

* Image size and type are listed below.

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

- File type : *.avi(MPEG-4)

[ MOVIE CLIP mode ]

STANDBY

Starting the recording mode

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.

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

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

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.

00:00:04

640

[Successive recording of a movie clip]

STOP:SHUTTER

Starting the recording mode

How to use the SCENE mode ( ) Use the menu to easily configure optimal settings for a variety of shooting situations. These include NIGHT, PORTRAIT, CHILDREN, LANDSCAPE, CLOSE UP, TEXT RECOGNITION, SUNSET, DAWN, BACKLIGHT, FIREWORKS and BEACH & SNOW scenes. Steps from 1-4 are the same as those for AUTO mode.

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

6. Press the menu button and select the [Scene] menu by pressing the left and right button.

7. Select the desired [Scene] sub menu by pressing the UP and DOWN buttons and press the OK button. Please see page 58 for detailed descriptions for each screen.

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 ]

How to use the VOICE RECORDING mode ( )

1. Select the VOICE RECORDING mode by pressing the Voice recording button twice. (In Movie clip mode, press the Voice recording button once to select the VOICE RECORDING mode)

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

* A distance of 40cm between you and the camera

(microphone) is the best distance to record sound.

[ VOICE RECORDING mode ]

START:SHUTTER

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. Compensated shooting against the light : Please do not take pictures to the sunlight direction. Taking a picture against the sun may make the picture dark. To take a picture against the sun, please use the [Backlight] in the scene shooting mode (see page 58), fill-in flash (see page 36), spot metering(see page 51), or exposure compensation (see page 42). 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 (AUTO, PROGRAM, APERTURE PRIORITY, SHUTTER PRIORITY, MANUAL, MySET, MOVIE CLIP, SCENE) mode function can be set up by using the camera buttons.

Used for turning the camera’s power on / off. 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 90 for more information about the auto power off function. Pressing the power button for over 3 seconds will deactivate the start-up sound and sound function.

POWER button

Used for taking an image or recording voice in the RECORDING mode. In MOVIE CLIP mode : Pressing the shutter button down fully starts the process for recording a movie clip. Press the shutter button once and the movie clip is recorded for as long as the available recording time in the memory allows. If you wish to stop recording, press the shutter button again. In STILL IMAGE mode Pressing the shutter button down halfway activates the autofocus 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. Jog dial : Set focus distance while using the manual focusing (see page 44).

Set the aperture value and shutter speed in the A/S/M shooting mode (see page 43).

SHUTTER button/ Jog dial

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 10X digital zoom function. Using both will offer a total zoom ratio of 30X.

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 (10X) is achieved, pressing the ZOOM T button will have no effect.

[ WIDE zoom ] [ TELE zoom ] [ Digital zoom 5.0X ]

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 5.0X ] [ TELE zoom ] [ WIDE zoom ]

Pressing the

ZOOM W button

Pressing the

ZOOM W button

Optical zoom

Digital zoom

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