Samsung NV10 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.

User Manual

ENGLISH

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Getting to know your cameraInstructions

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 this manual in a safe place. ƃ Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

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.

ƈ Use this camera in the following order.

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.

Set up the camera driver

Take a picture

Insert the USB cable

Check the camera’s power

Check [Removable Disk]

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.61)

Take a picture. (p.18)

Insert the supplied USB cable into the PC’s USB port and the camera’s USB connection terminal. (p.63)

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

Open Window’s EXPLORER and search for [Removable Disk]. (p.65)

Danger Warning

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WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. 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 camera’s internal components and could cause a fire.

ƈ When in use, do not cover the camera or Charger. 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.

DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. ƈ Do not attempt to modify this camera in any way. To do so may result in fire,

injury, electric shock or severe damage to you or your camera. Internal inspection, maintenance and repairs should only 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.

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ContentsCaution

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

ƈ Leaking, overheating, or damaged 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 polarities reversed.

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

time. Otherwise the 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 Do not move the camera while it is switched on, if you are using the AC Charger.

After use, always switch off the camera before unplugging the cable 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.

ƈ Take care not to touch the lens or lens cover to avoid taking an unclear image

and possibly causing camera malfunction.

ƈ Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image. ƈ Before inserting any cables or AC adapter, check the directions and do not insert

by force. It may cause breakage of cable or camera.

ƈ Credit cards may be demagnetized if left near case. Avoid leaving magnetic strip

cards near the case.

READY

ƃSystem chart ōōōōōōōōō5 ƃIdentification of features ōōōōō6

ƈFront & Topōōōōōōōōōō6 ƈBack & Bottom ōōōōōōōō7 ƈBottomōōōōōōōōōōōō8 ƈCradle (Optional) ōōōōōōō8 ƈSelf-timer lamp ōōōōōōōō9 ƈCamera Status Lamp ōōōōō9 ƈMode dial ōōōōōōōōōō9 ƈMode iconōōōōōōōōōō10

ƃConnecting to a Power Source ō10

ƈHow to charge the rechargeable

battery (SLB-0837B) ōōōōō12

ƃInserting the memory card ōōō13 ƃInstructions on how to use the

memory card ōōōōōōōōō13

ƃWhen Using the Camera for the First

Time : Smart button ōōōōōō15

When Using the Camera for the First Time :

Setting up the Date / Time and Language

ō16 ƃLCD monitor indicator ōōōōō17 ƃStarting the recording mode ōō18

ƈHow to use the AUTO mode ōō18

How to use the PROGRAM mode

ō18 ƈHow to use the Manual mode ō18 ƈHow to use the ASR (Advanced

Shake Reduction) mode ōōōō19

How to use the Special Effect mode

ō19 ƈHow to use the SCENE mode ō19 ƈ

How to use the MOVIE CLIP mode

ō19 ƈ

Recording the movie clip without voice

ō20 ƈPausing while recording a movie

clip (Successive Recording) ōō20

ƈUsing Successive Recording ōō20

ƃThings to Watch Out for When

Taking Pictures ōōōōōōōō20

ƃUsing the camera buttons to set

the camera ōōōōōōōōō21 ƈPOWER button ōōōōōōō21 ƈShutter button ōōōōōōōō21 ƈZOOM W / T buttonōōōōōō21

ƃUsing the LCD monitor to set the

camera settingsōōōōōōōō23 ƈColor toneōōōōōōōōōō24 ƈBrightnessōōōōōōōōōō24 ƈSelecting focus type ōōōōō25 ƈFlash ōōōōōōōōōōōō25 ƈSize ōōōōōōōōōōōō26 ƈContinuous shot ōōōōōōō26 ƈMetering ōōōōōōōōōō27 ƈSharpness ōōōōōōōōō27

RECORDING

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Contents

ƈEffectōōōōōōōōōōōō28 ƈQuality / Frame rateōōōōōō28 ƈSelf-timer / Remote control ōōō29 ƈVoice recording / Voice memo ō30 ƈWhite balance ōōōōōōōō31 ƈISO ōōōōōōōōōōōō32 ƈExposure compensation ōōōō32 ƈScene menuōōōōōōōōō33 ƈSpecial Effect : Photo Frame ōō33 ƈSpecial Effect : Motion GIF ōōō34 ƈ

Special Effect : Composite shooting

ō34 ƈShutter Speed ōōōōōōōō35 ƈAperture Valueōōōōōōōō35 ƈPhoto Gallery modeōōōōōō36

ƃStarting play mode ōōōōōō38

ƈPlaying back a still image ōōō38 ƈPlaying back a movie clip ōōō39 ƈMovie clip capture function ōōō39 ƈOn camera movie trimming ōō39 ƈ

Playing back a recorded voice memo

or voice file

ōōōōōōōōōō39 ƃLCD monitor indicator ōōōōō40 ƃUsing the camera buttons to adjust

the camera ōōōōōōōōō40

ƈPlay mode buttonōōōōōōō40 ƈBACK button ōōōōōōōō40 ƈ

Thumbnail / Enlargement button

ō41 ƈStarting the slide show ōōōō41 ƈProtecting images ōōōōōō42 ƈDeleting images ōōōōōōō42 ƈDPOF ōōōōōōōōōōō42 ƈDPOF : STANDARD ōōōōō42 ƈDPOF : Print sizeōōōōōōō43 ƈDPOF : Index ōōōōōōōō43 ƈRotating an image ōōōōōō43 ƈResize ōōōōōōōōōōō44 ƈTrimming ōōōōōōōōōō44 ƈEffectōōōōōōōōōōōō44 ƈMotion GIF ōōōōōōōōō45 ƈPictBridge ōōōōōōōōōō45 ƈPrinter button ōōōōōōōō47

ƃSetup menu ōōōōōōōōō48

ƈOSD set ōōōōōōōōōō49 ƈFile name ōōōōōōōōōō49 ƈLanguage ōōōōōōōōōō49 ƈ

Setting up the Date / Time / Date type

ō50 ƈImprinting the recording date ōō50 ƈLCD brightness ōōōōōōō50

SETUP

ƈAuto Focus lamp ōōōōōōō50 ƈAuto power off ōōōōōōōō50 ƈQuick view ōōōōōōōōō51 ƈStart up image ōōōōōōōō51 ƈSound Volume ōōōōōōōō51 ƈOperation Sound ōōōōōōō51 ƈStart up sound ōōōōōōōō51 ƈShutter sound ōōōōōōōō52 ƈFormatting a memory ōōōōō52 ƈCopy To Card ōōōōōōōō52 ƈSelecting Video out type ōōōō53 ƈConnecting an External Device

(USB) ōōōōōōōōōōō54

ƈInitialisation ōōōōōōōōō54 ƃImportant notesōōōōōōōō54 ƃWarning indicator ōōōōōōō56 ƃ

Before contacting a service centre

ō56

ƃSpecifications ōōōōōōōō58

ƃSoftware Notes ōōōōōōōō60 ƃSystem Requirements ōōōōō60 ƃAbout the software ōōōōōō60 ƃ

Setting up the application software

ō61 ƃStarting PC mode ōōōōōōō63 ƃRemoving the removable diskōō65

Setting up the USB Driver for MAC

ō66 ƃUsing the USB Driver for MAC ō66 ƃRemoving the USB Driver for

Windows 98SE ōōōōōōōō66 ƃDigimax Masterōōōōōōōō67 ƃFAQ ōōōōōōōōōōōō69

PLAY

SOFTWARE

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System chart

Please check that you have the correct contents before using this product. The contents can vary depending on the sales region. To buy the optional equipment, contact your nearest Samsung dealer or Samsung service centre.

Software CD

(see p.61)

Camera strap

User manual,

Product warranty

Camera case

SD memory card / MMC

(see p.13)

DPOF compatible

printer (see p.42)

Cradle (SCC-NV2)Remote control

PictBridge compatible

printer (see p.45)

Computer (see p.63)

AV cable

External monitor (see p.53)

< Included items >

Rechargeable battery

(SLB-0837B)

AC adapter (SAC-45) /

USB cable (SUC-C2)

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Identification of features

Front & Top

Mode dial

Remote control sensor

Auto focus lamp

Self-timer lamp

Shutter button

Speaker

Built-in flash

Lens / Lens cover

Microphone

Power button

ſ Instructions for the Built-in flash

- The flash opens automatically when you press the shutter button down half way.

- Do not open the flash by force. It may cause breakage of camera.

- When you donŖt use the flash, close the flash to prevent breakage.

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Identification of features

Back & Bottom

USB / AV connection terminal

Cradle connector

Tripod socket

LCD monitor

Camera strap eyelet

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

BACK button

Play mode button

Smart buttons

Camera status lamp

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Identification of features

Bottom Cradle (Optional)

ƈ You can recharge your rechargeable battery, transfer a captured image to print,

and download images with the cradle. (Refer to page. 12, p.45, p.64)

Camera connection terminal

AV connection terminal

USB port

DC connection terminal

ƃ Top

ƃ Back

Battery holder

Battery chamberBattery chamber cover

Memory card slot

Battery cover lever

ſ To open the battery chamber cover, slide the battery cover lever in the direction

shown above.

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Identification of features

ƈ Self-timer lamp

Icon Status Description

For the first 7 seconds, the lamp blinks at 1 second intervals.

- For the final 3 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at 0.25second intervals.

For the 2 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at 0.25-second intervals before taking a picture A picture will be taken after about 10 seconds and 2 seconds later a second picture will be taken. Pressing the shutter button of remote control will allow an interval of 2 seconds before the image is taken.

Blinking

ƈ Camera Status Lamp

Status Description

ƈ Mode dial

You can select the desired working mode by using the mode dial located on the top of the camera.

ƃ AUTO mode

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

ƃ PROGRAM mode

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

ƃ MANUAL mode

You can manually configure all functions including the aperture value and shutter speed.

ƃ ASR mode

Advanced Shake Reduction (ASR) mode. This mode will reduce the camera shaking and help you get a good image.

After taking a picture

The lamp blinks while saving the image and then turns off when ready to take another picture

The lamp blinks

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

The lamp turns on (LCD monitor turns off)

The lamp lights (The subject is in focus)

The lamp blinks

The lamp is off

The lamp blinks (The subject is not in focus)

While voice memo recording

When the USB cable is inserted to a PC

Transmitting Data with a PC

When the AF activates

When the USB cable is inserted to a printer

When the printer is printing

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Connecting to a Power Source

ƈ You should use the rechargeable battery (SLB-0837B) supplied with the camera.

Be sure to charge the battery before using the camera.

ƈ SLB-0837B rechargeable battery Specification

ƈ Mode icon

MODE

AUTO

PROGRAM

MANUAL

ASR MOVIE PLAY

Icon

NIGHT PORTRAIT CHILDREN

LANDSCAPE

CLOSE UP

Icon

MODE

TEXT SUNSET DAWN

BACKLIGHT FIREWORKS

BEACH & SNOW

Icon

MODE

SCENE

Model SLB-0837B Type Lithium Ion Capacity 800mAh Voltage 3.7V

Charging time (When the camera is turned off)

About 130 ~ 150 Min.

Identification of features

ƃ SPECIAL EFFECT mode

It is possible to add special effects to your images by using this mode.

ƃ SCENE mode

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

ƃ MOVIE CLIP mode

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

ƃ PHOTO GALLERY mode

The saved images can be reviewed with music or various effects in this mode.

SPECIAL

EFFECT

PHOTO

GALLERY

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Connecting to a Power Source

Battery life Number of images Recording time

Approx. 90 MIN Approx. 180 Approx. 90 MIN

Using the fully charged battery, Auto mode, 10M image size, Fine image quality, Shot to shot interval : 30Sec. Changing the zoom position between the Wide and the Tele after every shot. Using the flash on every second shot. Using the camera for 5 minutes and then Powering it off for 1 minute.

Still image

Movie

Based

on the following shooting conditions

Based

on the following shooting conditions

Using the fully charged battery 640X480 image size 30fps frame rate

ƈ Number of images and battery life : Using the SLB-0837B

ſ These figures are measured under Samsung’s standard conditions and shooting

conditions and may vary depending on the user's methods.

Important information about battery usage.

ƃ When the camera is not used, turn off the camera power. ƃ Please remove the battery if the camera will not be used for long periods.

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

ƃ Low temperatures (below 0°C) can affect the performance of the battery

and you may experience reduced battery life.

ƃ Battery will usually recover at normal temperatures. ƃ During extended use of the camera, the camera body may become warm.

This is perfectly normal.

INFORMATION

ƈ You can charge the rechargeable battery (SLB-0837B) by using an SAC-45 KIT.

The SAC-45 consists of the AC adapter (SAC-45) and the USB cable (SUC-C2). When the AC adapter and the USB cable are assembled, it can be used as an AC cable.

ƃ Using the SAC-45 as an AC charger

: Insert the AC adapter into the USB connector.

When the AC adapter is inserted, it can be used as an AC charger.

ƃ Using the SAC-45 as an USB cable

: Remove the AC adapter from the USB connector.

You can transmit data with a PC (p.45) or charge the battery.

In the following cases, the battery may not be charged. ƃ When using the USB cable that was not supplied with this camera : Use the

supplied USB cable.

ƃ When using the USB hub : Connect the camera to the PC directly. ƃ When other USB devices are connected to the PC : Disconnect the other

USB devices.

ƃ When the USB is connected to the USB port located on the front of the

computer : Use the USB located on the back of the computer.

If the USB port of the PC doesn't meet the Power output standard (5V, 500mA), the camera may not be charged.

CAUTION

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Connecting to a Power Source

ƈ Charging LED of the AC Adapter

Charging LED

Being Charged Red LED is on

Charging is complete Green LED is on

Charging error Red LED is off or blinking

ƃ Before inserting any cables or AC adapter, check the directions and do not

insert by force. It may cause breakage of cable or camera.

ƃ If the charging LED of the AC Charger does not turn on or blink after

inserting the rechargeable battery, please check whether the battery is inserted correctly.

ƃ If you charge the battery with the camera power on, the battery can't charge

fully. Turn the camera off while charging the battery.

ƃ If you insert the fully discharged battery to charge it, do not turn on the

camera at the same time. The camera may not be turned on because of the low battery capacity. Charge the battery for more than 10 minutes before using the camera.

ƃ Do not use the flash frequently or take a movie clip with a fully discharged

battery that has only been charged for a short time.

CAUTION

ƈ You can charge the rechargeable battery (SLB-0837B) by using the cradle.

When you charge the battery with the cradle, you only can use Lithium Ion battery pack (SLB-0837B).

ƈ How to charge the rechargeable battery (SLB-0837B)

ƃ Charging with the cradle

ƃ Charging with the camera

Charging LED

Being discharged

(Using the AC adapter)

Orange coloured LED is on

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Instructions on how to use the memory card

ƃ Be sure to format the memory card (see p.52) 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 its 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 it 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.

Inserting the memory card

ƈ Insert the battery as shown

- If the camera does not turn on after you have inserted battery, please check whether the battery is inserted with the correct polarity (+ / -).

- When the battery chamber cover is opened, do not press the battery chamber cover by force. This may cause damage to the battery chamber cover.

Battery

status

Battery

indicator

The battery is

fully charged

Low battery capacity (Prepare to recharge or use spare battery)

ƈ There are 4 indicators for battery condition that are displayed on the LCD monitor.

ƈ Turn off the camera's power before inserting the memory card.

- Insert the memory card as shown.

- 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).

- Do not insert the memory card the wrong way round. Doing so may damage the memory card slot.

Connecting to a Power Source

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[SD (Secure Digital) memory card]

Write protect

switch

Label

Card pins

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

When using MMC cards, please consult the instructions supplied with the cards.

The SD memory card has a write protect switch that prevents image files from being deleted or formatted. By sliding the switch towards the bottom of the SD memory card, the data will be protected. By sliding the switch towards 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.

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

ƈ When using a 256MB MMC 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 and memory card type.

* The recording times can be changed by the zoom operation.

The zoom button doesn't operate while recording movies.

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 [Memory 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 card.

Recorded image size

Super Fine Fine Normal 30FPS 15FPS

49 95 139 - -

66 126 182 - -

88 167 237 - -

124 229 319 - -

451 691 840 - -

---00:12:39 00:20:46

---00:30:27 00:57:36

10M

640

320

Movie

Still

image

Instructions on how to use the memory card

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ƈ Extending the menus : Press the extension menu button and the more available

menus will display.

Pressing the

extension menu

button

When Using the Camera for the First Time : Smart button

ƈ This button is used for shifting the menu cursor to select or for confirming the

selected menu.

ƈ To select sub menu, in some menus, touch the button and slide your finger to

the left / right.

[Selecting the main menu :

Touching the button]

[Confirming the main menu :

Pressing the button]

[Confirming the sub menu :

Pressing the button]

[Selecting the sub menu :

Touching the button]

[e.g. : Selecting the shutter speed]

Slow

Fast

3648x2736

3136x2352

2688x2016

2240x1680

1024x768

3648x2736

3136x2352

2688x2016

2240x1680

1024x768

SIZE

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When Using the Camera for the First Time : Setting up the Date / Time and Language

ƈ When the camera is turned on for the first time, a menu will be displayed in the

LCD monitor to set date, time and language. This menu will not be displayed again after setting up the date, time and language. Set up the date, time and language before using this camera.

ƃ Setting up the language

1. Press the [Language] menu button.

2. Select a desired language by pressing the vertical

smart button.

ƃ Setting up the date, time and date type

1. Press the [Date&Time] menu button.

2. Select a desired date type by pressing the vertical smart button.

3. To change the date, select the [2006/06/01] menu and press the vertical smart button.

4. To select Year / Month / Day and Hour : Minute, press the horizontal smart button. To change the numbers, press the vertical smart button.

ƃ You can select any one of 22 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), Arabic, Polish, Hungarian, Czech and Turkish.

ƃ Even if the camera is restarted, the language setting will be maintained.

INFORMATION

ENGLISH

FRANÇAIS

DEUTSCH

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Language

Date & Time

Exit:BACK

2006/06/01

yy/mm/dd

mm/dd/yy

dd/mm/yy

Off

Language

Date & Time

Exit:BACK

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No. Description Icons Page

4 Card inserted indicator -

5 Battery p.13

7 Focus mode p.25

8 Flash p.25

9 Image size p.26

10 Shooting mode p.26

11 Metering p.27

12 Sharpness p.27

13 Special Effect p.28

Image quality / Frame rate

p.28

15 Self-timer p.29

Voice Recording / Voice memo

p.30

17 Setup menu p.48

18 Extension menu p.15

19 Exposure compensation p.32

20 ISO p.32

21 White Balance p.31

22 Auto focus frame p.18

Optical / Digital Zoom bar /

Digital Zoom rate

LCD monitor indicator

[Image & Full Status]

ۅ ۆ ۇ ؅ ؆ ؇

ںڽ ڼ ڻ

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

Recording mode

p.9-10

p.14

ۀ ہ ۂ ۃ ۄ

p.21-22

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Starting the recording mode

ƈ How to use the PROGRAM mode ( )

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

1. Select the Program mode by rotating the mode dial.

2. Press the menu button to configure advanced functions such as image size (p.26), quality (p.28), metering (p.27), continuous shooting (p.26) and special effects (p.28).

ſ Refer to page 24-35 for more information about

the menus.

ƈ How to use the Manual mode ( )

You can manually configure all functions with the aperture value and shutter speed.

1. Select the Manual mode by rotating the mode dial.

2. Set the aperture value and shutter speed by using the smart button.

ſ Refer to page 35 for more information about the

menus.

ƈ How to use the AUTO mode ( )

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

[AUTO mode]

[PROGRAM mode]

[MANUAL mode]

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 unable to capture an image clearly.

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1. Insert the battery (p.13) taking note of the correct polarity (+ / -).

2. Insert the memory card (p.13). As this camera has a 20MB internal memory, it is not essential 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. (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 the LCD monitor.

7. Press the shutter button to capture an image.

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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 MOVIE CLIP mode by rotating the mode dial. (Available recording time will display on the LCD monitor)

2. 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 allows. 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 (Selectable)

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

[MOVIE CLIP mode]

ƈ How to use the SCENE mode ( )

Use the menu to easily configure optimal settings for a variety of shooting situations. Select the Scene mode by rotating the mode dial.

ſ Refer to page 33 for more information about the

menus.

[SCENE mode]

ƈ How to use the ASR (Advanced Shake Reduction)

mode ( ) Advanced Shake Reduction (ASR) mode. This mode will reduce the effect of camera shake and help you get a well-exposed image in dim conditions.

ƃ Things to watch out for using the ASR mode

1. The digital zoom will not operate in the ASR mode.

If the lighting conditions are brighter than fluorescent lighting condition, the ASR doesn’t activate.

3. If the lighting condition is darker than in fluorescent lighting condition, camera shake warning indicator ( ) will display. For best results only take pictures in situations where the camera shake warning indicator ( ) is not displayed.

4. If the subject is moving the final image captured may be blurred.

5. Avoid moving the camera while the [Capturing!] message is displayed to achieve a better result.

6. As the ASR uses the camera’s digital processor, images taken using the ASR may take a little longer for the camera to process.

ƈ How to use the Special Effect mode ( )

It is possible to add special effects to your images by using this mode. Select the Special Effect mode by rotating the mode dial.

ſ Refer to page 33-35 for more information about

the special effect menus.

[SPECIAL EFFECT mode]

[ASR mode]

Starting the recording mode

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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

1. Press the shutter button 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.

2. Press the II button to pause recording. Press the II button again to resume the recording.

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

ƈ To record a movie clip without voice

1. Press the extension menu button.

2. Select the [VOICE] ƍ [OFF] menu.

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

[MOVIE CLIP mode]

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.

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

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

camera settings.

ƈ When either 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 to flash shot mode.

ƈ Shooting against the light :

Please do not take pictures into the sun. 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 33), fill-in flash (see page 25), spot metering (see page 27), or exposure compensation (see page 32).

ƈ Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image. ƈ Compose the image by using the LCD monitor. ƈ

In some of the following 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.

OFF

[Successive recording of a

movie clip]

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ZOOM W / T button

ƃ If the menu is not displayed, this button works

as the OPTICAL ZOOM or DIGITAL ZOOM button.

ƃ This camera has a 3X optical zoom and a 5X digital zoom function.

Using both will offer a total zoom ratio of 15X.

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 zooming at the required setting. Once the maximum digital zoom (5X) is achieved, pressing the ZOOM T button will have no effect.

[WIDE zoom] [TELE zoom] [Digital zoom 5X]

Pressing

the ZOOM

T button

Pressing

the ZOOM

T button

Using the camera buttons to set the camera

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

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 50 for more information about the auto power off function.

POWER button

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 button down fully takes and stores the image. If you select voice memo recording, the recording will start after the camera has finished storing the image data.

Shutter button

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

Pressing

the ZOOM

W button

Pressing

the ZOOM

W button

[Digital zoom 5X] [TELE zoom] [WIDE zoom]

Pressing

the ZOOM

W button

Pressing

the ZOOM

W 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 farther away. Pressing the ZOOM W button continuously will set the camera to its minimum zoom setting i.e. the subject appears at its farthest 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.

Digital

zoom

Optical

zoom

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 a clearer digital zoom image, press the shutter button halfway at the

maximum optical zoom position and press the zoom T button again.

ƃ The digital zoom can’t be activated in the ASR, High Speed, Motion Capture

mode, [Night], [Children], [Text], [Close up] and [Fireworks] scene modes.

ƃ 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.

ƃ Take care not to press the lens as this may cause a camera malfunction. ƃ 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.

ƃ You can operate the Wide and Tele zoom by using the remote control.

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