Samsung V800 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 software applications. Please read this manual carefully before using your new camera.

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•Digimax V10

User's Manual

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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.115)

Take a picture (p.21)

Insert the supplied USB cable into the PC’s USB port and the camera’s USB connection terminal.(p.124)

Check the camera’s power. If the power is turned off, press the camera button to turn it on.(p.28)

Take a picture

Check the

camera’s power

Check

[Removable Disk]

Open Window s EXPLORER and search for [Removable Disk].(p.125)

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 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 Self-timer lamp 12 Camera Status Lamp 12 Mode icons 12

Connecting to a Power Source 13

Using the AC power adapter (SAC-32, DC 3.3V 2.0A, optional) 14 Using the batteries 15 Removing the battery 15

Instructions on how to use the memory card

16 Maintenance of the memory card 16 Preserving the memory card data 16

Inserting the memory card 18 Removing the memory card 18 When Using the Camera for the First Time

LCD monitor indicator 20 Starting the recording mode 21

How to use the AUTO mode 21 How to use the PROGRAM mode 22 How to use the APERTURE PRIORITY mode

22 How to use the SHUTTER PRIORITY mode

23 How to use the MANUAL mode 23 How to use the MySET mode 24 How to use the MOVIE CLIP mode 24 Recording the movie clip without voice 25 Using Successive Recording 25

How to use the SCENE mode 26 How to use the VOICE RECORDING mode

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

POWER button 28

SHUTTER button/ Jog dial 28 ZOOM W/T button 29 Voice memo/ UP button 31 Macro/ Down button (Focusing) 32 Focus lock 33 FLASH/ LEFT button 33 Self-timer/ Remote/ Right button 36 MENU/ OK button 38 +/- button 39 AEL/ASM button 42 MF button 43 Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settings 44 How to use the menu 47 Size 47 Quality 48 Metering 49 Continuous shot 50 Sharpness 51 Effect 51 Special Effect 52 Special Effect : Preset focus frames 52 Special Effect : Composite shooting 54 Special Effect : Photo Frame 56 On Screen Display Information 57 Save / Load a specific camera configuration (MySET) 58 Scene 59 Movie Clip frame stabiliser 60

Starting play mode 61

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Contents

READY

RECORDING

PLAY

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Contents

Playing back a still image 61 Playing back a movie clip 62 How to capture the movie clip 62 On camera movie trimming 63

Playing back a recorded voice 64 LCD monitor indicator 65 Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera 66 Thumbnail/ Enlargement button 66 Voice memo / Up button 67 Play & Pause/ Down button 68 LEFT/ RIGHT/ MENU/ OK button 69 Voice memo/ Up button 69 Delete button 70 Album button (MF button) 71 Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor 74 Starting the slide show 77 Protecting images 79 Deleting images 80 Resize 81 Effect 82 Rotating an image 83 DPOF 83 DPOF : Standard 84 DPOF : Index 84 DPOF : Print size 85 Copy To Card 86 On Screen Display information 87 PictBridge 88 PictBridge: Picture Selection 89 PictBridge : Print Setting 90 PictBridge: Printing 91 PictBridge : RESET 92

Setup menu 93 File name 94 Auto power off 95

Language 96 Formatting a memory card 96 Setting up the Date/ Time/ Date type 97 Imprinting the recording date 97 Sound 98 Connecting an External Device (USB) 98 Auto Focus lamp 99 LCD brightness 99 Selecting Video out type 100 Quick view 101 Initialisation 101 Setting up the MYCAM menu 102 Start up image 102 Start up sound 103 Shutter sound 103 Important notes 104 Warning indicator 106 Before contacting a service centre 107 Specifications 110

Software Notes 112 System Requirements 112 About the software 113 Setting up the application software 115 Starting PC mode 124 Removing the USB Driver for Windows 98SE

127 Removable Disk 129 Removing the removable disk 130 Setting up the USB Driver for MAC 131 Using the USB Driver for MAC 131 Digimax Master 132 Digimax Reader 138 FAQ 140

SETUP

SOFTWARE

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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 Battery, 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.

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

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

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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.

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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.

User manual

Waranty card

Camera strap

Software CD

(see p.113~114)

SD memory card/ MMC

(see p.16)

DPOF compatible

printer(see p.83)

Rechargeable battery

(SLB-1137)

Battery charger

(SBC-L3)

CHARGE

AC cord

AC adapter

(SAC-32, DC 3.3V 2.0A)

< Included items >

Camera case

Remote control

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System chart

USB cable AV cable

PictBridge compatible

printer(see p.83)

Computer

(see p.124)

External monitor

Yellow cable – Video

White colour - Voice

(see p.100)

For Windows

PC with processor better than Pentium II 450MHz (Pentium 700MHz or better is recommended) Windows 98/ 98SE/ 2000/ ME/ XP Minimum 64MB RAM (XP : 128MB) 200MB of available hard-disk space (Over 1GB is recommended) USB port CD-ROM drive 1024x768 pixels, 16-bit colour display compatible monitor (24-bit colour display recommended) DirectX 9.0 or later

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 DivX (for the 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

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Identification of features

Front & Top

Back

Jog dial

Flash

Lens

Power button

Mode dial lamp

Microphone

Auto Focus lamp & Selftimer lamp

Mode dial

Camera status lamp

Strap eyelet

Zoom T button (Digital zoom)

Play mode button/ Print button

Tripod socket

DC input connection point

USB/ AV connection terminal

Shutter button

Speaker

LCD monitor

MF button

(Album button)

Zoom W button (Thumbnail)

5-function button

Remote control sensor

+,-/Delete button

AEL/ ASM button

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Identification of features

Side/ 5-function button

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

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Identification of features

Mode icons

MODE MOVIE

VOICE RECORDING

AUTO

PROGRAM

ASMMyPLAY

Icon

Night Portrait Children Landscape Close up Text

Icon

MODE Sunset Dawn Backlight Fireworks

Beach & Snow

Icon -

MODE

SCENE

Self-timer lamp Icon Status Description

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

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

- For the final 2 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.

Camera Status Lamp

Status Lamp Description

The lamp blinks while saving the image data and turns off when the camera is ready to take a picture

When the flash is charging

Camera Status Lamp

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

Transmitting Data with a PC

Camera Status Lamp

The lamp blinks (LCD monitor turns off)

When the USB cable is inserted to a PC

Camera Status Lamp

The lamp turns off

When the printer is printing

Camera Status Lamp

The lamp blinks The lamp turns on (The camera focus on the subject) The lamp blinks (The camera doesn't focus on the subject)

When the voice memo is recording

Camera Status Lamp

The lamp blinks

Blinking

Mode dial lamp / Camera Status Lamp

Camera Status Lamp

When the AF activates

Power on

After taking a picture

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

When the USB cable is inserted to a PC

Mode dial lamp

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Connecting to a Power Source

Still image Movie

Battery life Number of images Recording time

Approx. 130 MIN Approx. 260 Approx. 110 MIN

Important information about battery usage

●When the camera is not used, turn off the camera power.

●Please remove the battery if the camera will not be used for long periods.

The battery 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 battery and you may experience reduced battery life.

●Battery will usually recover at normal temperatures.

●During extended use of the camera, the camera body may become warm.

This is perfectly normal.

INFORMATION

■You should use the rechargeable battery (SLB-1137) supplied with the camera.

■SLB-1137 rechargeable battery Specification

■Number of images and battery life

※These figures are measured under Samsung’s standard conditions and Shooting conditions

and may vary depending on the way of user’s usage.

Using the fully charged battery, Auto mode 8M image size, Fine image quality Shot to shot interval : 30Sec. Changing the zoom position between the Wide and the Tele ends every 1 shot. Using the flash every two times

Based

the following shooting

conditions

Based

the following shooting

conditions

Using the fully charged battery 320X240 image size 30fps frame rate

Model SLB-1137 Type Lithium Ion Capacity 1,130mAh Voltage 3.7V Charging time Approx. 170 MIN (Using the SBC-L3)

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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)

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Connecting to a Power Source

Using the batteries

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

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

Battery status

Battery indicator

The battery is fully

charged

Low battery capacity (Prepare to recharge or

use spare battery)

Low battery capacity

(Prepare to recharge

or use spare battery)

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

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Instructions on how to use the memory card

Be sure to format the memory card (see p.96) 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.

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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

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.

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

3264X2448 1 7 13 19 3072X2304 1 7 15 23 2816X2112 1 9 18 26 - 2592X1944 1 10 21 31 - 2272X1704 2 14 26 33 - 2048X1536 3 17 33 47 - 1600X1200 4 28 51 62 - -

1024X768 11 60 106 129 - -

640X480 22 121 139 165 - 640X480 - - - -

About 1'32'' About 2' 30''

320X240 - - - -

About 4' 15''

About 7'

160X128 - - - -

About 8' 30''

About 15' 30''

Still

image

Movie

clip

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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

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When Using the Camera for the First Time

■ Charge the rechargeable battery fully before using the camera for the first time.

■ When 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 [Date&Time] menu by pressing the UP/DOWN button and press the RIGHT button.

2. Select the desired sub menu by pressing the UP/ DOWN/ LEFT/ RIGHT button.

RIGHT button : selects YEAR/ MONTH/ DAY/ HOUR/

MINUTE/ DATE TYPE

LEFT button : Moves the cursor to the [Date&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 21 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, Hungarian, Czech and Polish.

● 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.

Date&Time

Language

Setup

Back:◀ Set:OK

▲

05 / 08 / 01

▼

13:00

yy/mm/ dd

Date&Time

Language

ENGLISH

한국어

FRANÇAIS DEUTSCH ESPAÑOL

Setup

Back:◀ Set:OK

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LCD monitor indicator

[ Image & Full Status ]

② ③

⑤

④

⑥ ⑦ ⑧ ⑨ ⑩

⑯

⑱ ⑰

⑳ ⑲

󱇽

󱇾

󱇿

⑬⑫ ⑭ ⑮⑪

󱈀

①

No. Description Icons Page

1 Battery p.15

3 Shooting type p.50 4

Aperture value, Shutter speed

F2.8, 1/30s p.22~23 5 Flash p.33~35 6 Self-timer p.36~38 7 Voice memo/ MIC. Off p.25 8 Macro p.32 9 Metering p.49

10 Memory card indicator p.18 11 AEL p.42 12

Manual/ Continuous auto focus

p.43, 59 13 Auto focus frame p.43 14 Camera shake warning p.27 15 Date/ Time 2005/08/01 01:00 PM p.97 16 Exposure compensation p.41

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

Recording mode2

p.21~26

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LCD monitor indicator

Starting the recording mode

1. Insert the batteries (p.15). Insert the batteries taking

note of the polarity (+ / -).

2. Insert the memory card (p.18). As this camera has a

20MB 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.

(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.

■ How to use the AUTO mode ( )

[ AUTO mode ]

●If the auto focus frame turns to red when you press the shutter button down half way, it means that the camera cannot focus on the subject. Should this be the case, the camera is unable to capture an image clearly.

INFORMATION

17 White Balance p.40 18 ISO p.40 19 RGB RGB p.39 20 Sharpness p.51 21 Image quality p.48 22 Image size p.47

Number of available shots remaining

12 p.17

Remaining time (Movie clip/ Voice recording)

00:01:30/ 01:00:00 p.17

Optical/ Digital Zoom bar/ Zoom rate

p.29~30

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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.47), quality (p.48), metering (p.49), continuous shooting (p.50) , picture effects (p.51) and special effects (p.52).

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

8. Press the shutter button to capture an image.

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[ 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 the 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.

10.0

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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 the 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 the LCD monitor.

8. Press the shutter button to capture an image.

10.0

[ Manual mode ]

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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 the LCD monitor.

10. Press the shutter button to capture an image.

Please see page 58 for details of the MySET shooting mode and menus.

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[ 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 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. * 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)

10.0

01:00 PM 2005/08/01

[ MOVIE CLIP mode ]

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Starting the recording mode

■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.

■ 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 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.

[Successive recording of a movie clip]

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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 59 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 the LCD monitor.

10. Press the shutter button to capture an image.

[ SCENE mode ]

■ How to use the VOICE RECORDING mode ( )

1. In any mode with the exception of Movie clip mode, 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 * A distance of 40cm between you and the camera

(microphone) is the best distance to record sound.

[ VOICE RECORDING mode ]

START:SHUTTER

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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 59), fill-in flash (see page 35), spot metering(see page 49), or exposure compensation (see page 41).

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

■ Compose the image by using the LCD monitor.

■ Using the LCD monitor extensively will drain the batteries.

■ 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

■ 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 95 for more information about the auto power off 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 43).

Set the aperture value and shutter speed in the A/S/M shooting mode (see page 42).

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

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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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ZOOM W/T button

● To use the digital zoom the LCD monitor has to be turned on.

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

Allow time for this to take place.

● The digital zoom cannot be used in movie clip shots.

● If the movie clip is being recorded, the zoom operation cannot be activated.

● You may notice a decrease in image quality when using the digital zoom.

●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.

●The digital zoom can’t be activated in the [Nightscene], [Children], [Close up], [Text], [Fireworks] scene modes and when you select TIFF image quality.

●Take care not to touch the lens to avoid taking an unclear image and possibly causing camera malfunction. If the image is dim, turn the camera power off and on again to modify the lens position.

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

●When the camera is turned on, take care not to touch the camera's moving lens parts as

this may cause the resulting image to be dim and unclear.

●Take care not to touch the lens during zoom operation as this may cause damage.

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