This digital camera can be used for
Printing images using a dedicated printer, DPOF and PictBridge compatible printer or a DPOF-equipped photo lab. (refer to page 66~74)
Down loading image files from camera to computer. (refer to page 106)
Taking a picture. (refer to page 21)
Editing images on a PC. (refer to page 113)
Creation of a digital photo album.
Taking a favourite image and creating your own personalized calendar with it.
Recording your voice. (refer to page 23)
Recording a movie clip. (refer to page 24)
You can even create your own unique gift wrap paper by using your digital images.
Inserting images directly into any electronic document.

Manufacturer's contents

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

Digital Camera

USB cable

Camera strap

User manual

Product warranty

Software CD

SD memory card

AC adapter (SAC-32, 3.3V)

2 AA Alkaline Batteries

Digimax Battery I-Pack : SNB-2312 KIT Battery charger Rechargeable battery
Digimax Battery I-Pack : SBP-1303 KIT Battery charger Rechargeable battery

AC cord

Identification of features

Front & Top

Mode dial Shutter button Speaker Flash Function lamp Mirror for self portrait Lens Microphone Viewfinder Power button

Back & Bottom

Flash indicator lamp(Red) Viewfinder Zoom W button (Thumbnail) Zoom T button (Digital zoom) +/-, DELETE button LCD button 5-function button LCD monitor Play mode button USB connection port DC input connection port Tripod socket ASM (Manual & Scene mode) button Autofocus indicator lamp(Green) Mode dial
* When using the digital zoom to take a picture, the composition of the picture may be different depending on whether you are using the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. The picture will be taken in the composition of the picture as it appears on the LCD monitor.

Side/ 5-function button

Memory card slot

Voice memo/ UP button

FLASH/ LEFT button MENU/ OK button Battery chamber cover Battery chamber
SELFTIMER/ RIGHT button MACRO / DOWN button

Mode dial

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.

AUTO mode

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

PROGRAM mode

Selecting the automatic mode will configure the camera with optimal settings. You can still manually configure all functions except the iris and shutter speed.
AS mode Aperture priority/ Shutter priority mode The Aperture and Shutter can be set manually in the AS mode.

Flash range AUTOFOCUS ISO WIDE AUTO 0.8~3.0 TELE 0.8~2.0 WIDE 0.25~0.8 MACRO

Unit : m

TELE 0.25~0.8
Using the flash frequently will reduce the life of the batteries. Under normal operating conditions the charging time for the flash is normally within 6 seconds. If the batteries are weak, the charging time will be longer. During the continuous shot, movie clip mode, the flash function will not operate. Take photographs within the flash range. The image quality is not guaranteed if the subject is too close or highly reflective. The LCD monitor is turned off for a while after using the flash to recharge it.

FLASH (

Flash mode indicator Icon Flash mode
Description If the subject or background is dark, the camera flash will operate automatically.

Auto flash

Auto & Red eye reduction
If a subject or background is dark, the camera flash will work automatically and will reduce the red-eye effect by using the red-eye reduction function.

Fill in flash

The flash fires regardless of available light. The intensity of the flash will be controlled, according to the prevailing conditions. The brighter the background or subject is, the less intense the flash will be. The flash will operate in conjunction with a slow shutter speed in order to obtain the correct exposure. We recommend using a tripod for this function. When you take an image in a condition with poor light, the camera shake warning indicator ( ) will display on the LCD monitor. The flash does not fire. Select this mode when capturing images in a place or situation where flash photography is prohibited. When you capture an image in a poorly lit condition, the camera shake warning indicator ( ) will display on the LCD monitor.

Slow synchro

Flash off
Available flash mode, by recording mode

O O X X O

O O O O O

X X O O O

X X X O O

X O X X O

X X X X O

X X O X O

Self-timer(

) / Right button

When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the Right button makes the cursor shift to the right tab. When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, the RIGHT button operates as the Selftimer( ) button. This function is used when the photographer would also like to be in the image. Selecting the self-timer 1. Rotate the MODE DIAL to select a RECORDING mode with the exception of VOICE RECORDING mode. 2. Press the SELF-TIMER button until the desired mode indicator displays on the LCD monitor. A 2 second, 10 second or double self-timer icon appears on the LCD monitor. In Movie Clip mode, only the 10second self-timer will work. 2SEC self-timer ( ) : Pressing the shutter button will allow an interval of 2 seconds before the image is taken. 10SEC self-timer ( ) : Pressing the shutter button will allow an interval of 10 seconds before the image is taken. Double self-timer ( ) : A picture will be taken after about 10 seconds and 2 [Selecting the 10 SEC self-timer] seconds later a second picture will be taken. When using the flash, the 2-second self-timer may be delayed for longer than 2 seconds depending on the flash charge time. 3. When you press the SHUTTER button, the picture will be taken after the specified time has elapsed.

ISO: You can select the ISO sensitivity when taking pictures. The speed or specific light-sensitivity of a camera is rated by ISO numbers.
Selecting an ISO Sensitivity 1. Press the +/- button, and then use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the ISO icon( ). The ISO menu bar will appear as shown. 2. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to select the desired ISO sensitivity value. - AUTO : The camera's sensitivity is automatically changed by variables such as lighting value or subject brightness. - 100, 200, 400 : You can increase the shutter speed while the same amount of light is present, by increasing the ISO sensitivity. However, the image may be saturated in high luminance. The higher the ISO value, the higher the cameras sensitivity to light is and therefore the greater its capacity to take pictures in dark conditions. However, the noise level in the image will increase as the ISO value increases, making the image appear coarse. 3. When you press the +/- button again, the value you set will be saved and ISO setup mode will end.
White balance : The white balance control allows you to adjust the colours to appear more natural looking. Selecting a White Balance 1. Press the +/- button, and then use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the white balance icon ( ). The white balance menu bar will appear as shown. 2. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to set the white balance to the desired value. The value you set will be displayed on the LCD monitor. AUTO : The camera automatically selects the appropriate white balance settings, depending on the prevailing lighting conditions. DAYLIGHT : For taking images outside. CLOUDY : For taking images under a cloudy and overcast sky. Fluorescent H : For shooting under daylight fluorescent types of three-way fluorescent lighting. Fluorescent L : Shooting under white fluorescent lighting. TUNGSTEN : For shooting under tungsten (standard light bulb) lighting. CUSTOM : Allows the user to set the white balance according to the shooting condition. Different lighting conditions may cause a colour cast on your images. 3. Press the +/- button again. The value you set will be saved and White Balance setup mode will end.
Using the Custom White Balance White balance settings may vary slightly depending on the shooting environment. You can select the most appropriate white balance setting for a given shooting environment by setting up the custom white balance.

1. Select the CUSTOM ( ) menu of the White Balance and press the OK button. 2. Place a sheet of white paper in front of the camera so that the LCD monitor shows only white, and then press the SHUTTER button. 3. Press the OK button and your custom white balance value is stored. - The custom white balance value will be applied, starting with the next picture you take. - The user configured white balance will be remain effective until it is overwritten.

[ White paper ]

Exposure compensation : This camera automatically adjusts the exposure according to the ambient lighting conditions. You can also select the exposure value by using the +/- button. Compensating Exposure 1. Press the +/- button, and then use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the exposure compensation icon ( ). The exposure compensation menu bar will appear as shown. 2. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to set the desired exposure compensation factor. 3. Press the +/- button again. The value you set will be saved and the Exposure Compensation setup mode will close. If you change the exposure value, the exposure indicator ( ) will be displayed on the bottom of the LCD monitor. * A negative exposure compensation value reduces the exposure. Note that a positive exposure compensation value increases the exposure and the LCD monitor will appear white or you may not get good pictures.
ASM button(Manual & Scene mode button)
You can use the ASM button to select the Aperture Value and Shutter speed in the Night scene mode. Using the ASM button in the Night scene mode 1. Rotate the MODE DIAL to select the NIGHT SCENE mode 2. Press the ASM button and the aperture value or shutter speed is turned green. 3. Press the UP/DOWN button to select the shutter speed. The aperture value will be changed automatically. Press the RIGHT/LEFT button to select the aperture value. The shutter speed will be changed automatically. 4. Press the ASM button again. The value you set will be saved and the mode will switch to NIGHT SCENE mode. Press the SHUTTER button to take the picture.
You can use the ASM button to select the Aperture Value and Shutter speed in the AS and M mode. Using the ASM button in the AS mode 1. Rotate the MODE DIAL to select the AS mode 2. Press the ASM button and the aperture value or shutter speed is turned green. 3. Press the UP/DOWN button to select the shutter speed(Shutter priority mode) and press the RIGHT/LEFT button to select the aperture value(Aperture priority mode). 4. Press the ASM button again. The value you set will be saved and the mode will switch to AS mode. Press the SHUTTER button to take the picture.

Setting RGB Values 1. Select the [RGB] sub menu and then press the OK button. The RGB menu bar will appear as shown. 2. Use the UP/ DOWN/ LEFT and RIGHT buttons to select the desired RGB value. - Up/Down Button: Navigates between R, G, and B icons. - Left/Right Button: Changes value of each icon. 3. When you press the OK button, the value you set will be saved and RGB setup mode will end.

EXIT:SH1

SET:OK

Sharpness

You can adjust the sharpness of the picture you want to take. You cannot check the sharpness effect on the LCD monitor before you take a picture, because this function is applied only when the captured image is stored on the memory.

2048 NOR

SHARPNESS

SOFT NORMAL VIVID

Sub menu SOFT
Description The edges of the image are softened. This effect is suitable for editing images on your PC. The edges of the image are sharp. This is suitable for printing. The edges of the image are emphasized. The edges will

NORMAL

appear sharp, but noise may occur in the recorded image.
Save / Load the camera configuration (MYSET)
Use the MYSET mode to save frequently used camera settings (SAVE) and use it later (LOAD) Saving the camera configuration: Available in the PROGRAM mode. 1. Rotate the MODE DIAL to select the PROGRAM mode and press the menu button. NOR 2048 2. Press the Left/Right buttons to select the [MYSET] MYSET menu tap. LOAD CANCEL 3. Press the Up/Down buttons to select the [SAVE] menu SAVE MYSET1 and press the right button. MOVE: CHANGE: 4. Press the Up/Down buttons to select desired MYSET [PROGRAM mode] slot number to save. 5. Press the OK button to save the current configuration in the selected MYSET slot.
Loading the saved camera configuration: available in the PROGRAM mode. 1. Rotate the MODE DIAL to select the PROGRAM mode and press the menu button. NOR 2048 2. Press the Left/Right buttons to select the [MYSET] MYSET menu tap. LOAD CANCEL 3. Press the Up/Down buttons to select the [LOAD] menu SAVE MYSET1 and press the right button. MOVE: CHANGE: 4. Press the Up/Down buttons to select desired MYSET [PROGRAM mode] slot number to load. 5. Press the OK button to set the camera configuration as saved in the MYSET slot. * The current MYSET slot number is displayed in the top left of the LCD. * If you select [CANCEL] in the [LOAD] menu, the MYSET mode will be canceled.
Select the [SCENE] submenu to automatically configure optimal settings, depending on the selected scene. Only available in the Scene Mode.
Sub menu PORTRAIT CHILDREN LANDSCAPE TEXT CLOSE UP SUNSET DAWN BACKLIGHT FIREWORKS BEACH & SNOW
Description To take picture of a person. Take a still picture of capturing moving children. Scenery with green woods or blue sky. Portrait with scenery background. Use this mode to shoot a document. Close-up shooting for small objects such as plants and insects. Splendor of the setting sun. Daybreak scenes. Portrait without shadows caused by back light. Firework scenes. For ocean, lake, and beach scenes and snowscapes.

The shooting information will be displayed on the LCD monitor. The last image stored in the memory is displayed on the LCD monitor by pressing the play mode button. Pressing the LCD( ) button in the PLAY mode will change the display as shown below. [Image & Icons] [Image & Information] [Image only]
SIZE : 2816X2112 AV : F2.7 TV : 1/30 ISO : 100 FLASH : OFF DATE : 2004/08/01

[ Image & Icons ]

[ Image & Information ]

[ Image only ]

* The LCD button is not available for voice recording in play mode.

Delete(

This deletes images stored on the memory card. Deleting Images in Play Mode 1. Select an image that you want to delete by pressing the LEFT / RIGHT button and press the DELETE( ) button. 2. A message will display as shown alongside on the LCD monitor. 3. Select the submenu values by pressing the UP/DOWN button and then press the OK button. If [DELETE] is selected: deletes the selected images. If [CANCEL] is selected: cancels Delete Image
DELETE? DELETE CANCEL CONFIRM:OK
Deleting Images in Thumbnail Display Mode 1. Use the UP, DOWN, LEFT, and RIGHT buttons to select the image you want to delete, and then press the DELETE button. 2. The following message will be displayed on the LCD monitor.

Press the DELETE button.

3. Select the submenu values by pressing the UP/DOWN button and then press the OK button. If [DELETE] is selected: deletes the selected images. If [CANCEL] is selected: cancels Delete Image
Before deleting images from the camera, you should protect or download images to your computer that you wish to keep.
Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor
PLAY mode functions can be changed by using the LCD monitor. In the PLAY mode, pressing the MENU button displays the menu on the LCD monitor. The menus you can set up in Play mode are as follows. To capture an image after setting up the play menu, press the PLAY button. The items indicated by are default settings.

Menu tab

Main menu

Sub menu INTERVAL

Secondary menu 1, 3, 5, 10SEC ON / OFF
REPEAT START RIGHT90 LEFT90

ROTATE

180 HORIZONTAL VERTICAL 2272X1704 2048X1536 1600X1200
p. 64 UNLOCK / LOCK p. 65 UNLOCK / LOCK p. 66 ONE PIC/ALL PICS NO/ YES DEFAULT/3X5/4X6/5X7/8X10 STANDARD/INDEX/SIZE p.69 p. 66 ~ p. 68
RESIZE 1024X768 640X480 LOGO ONE PIC PROTECT ALL PICS NO DELETE ALL YES STANDARD INDEX DPOF SIZE CANCEL NO COPY YES
This menu is available while the camera is connected to a PictBridge supporting printer (direct connection to the camera, sold separately) with a USB cable.

Main menu IMAGES

Sub menu SELECT ALL STANDARD

Secondary menu -

Page p. 71
p. 72 p. 72 p. 73 AUTO POSTCARD 4X6
PRINT INDEX NO DPOF PRINT YES NO AUTO SET YES

UNLOCK

EXIT:SH1 MOVE PIC: SET:OK

Deleting all images

Of all the files stored in the memory card, the unprotected files in the DCIM subfolder will be deleted. Remember that this will permanently delete unprotected images. Important shots should be stored on a computer before deletion takes place. The startup image is stored in the camera's internal memory (i.e., not on the memory card) and it will not be deleted even if you delete all files on the memory card.
Deleting all images 1. Press the play mode button and press the menu button. 2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [DELETE ALL] menu tab. DELETE ALL 3. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP/ DOWN NO YES button and press the OK button. Selecting [NO] : cancels Delete All Selecting [YES] : Displays the dialogue box to confirm the delete. - If [DELETE] is selected : press the OK button and all unprotected pictures are deleted. - If [CANCEL] is selected : press the OK button and images are not deleted.
DPOF(Digital Print Order Format) allows you to embed printing information on your memory cards MISC folder. Select the pictures to be printed and how many prints to make. The DPOF indicator will display on the LCD monitor when an image that has DPOF information plays back. Images can then be printed on DPOF printers, or at an increasing number of photo labs. This function is not available for Movie clips and Voice recording files.

DPOF : STANDARD

This function allows you to embed print quantity information on a stored image. 1. Press the play mode button and press the menu button. 2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [DPOF] menu tab. DPOF 3. Select the [STANDARD] menu by pressing the UP/ STANDARD ONE PIC DOWN button and press the RIGHT button. INDEX ALL PICS 4. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select [ONE PIC] or SIZE [ALL PICS], and then press the OK button. A window BACK: SET:OK for selecting number of copies. [ONE PIC] : Set the number of copies to print for the current picture only. [ALL PICS] : Set the number of copies to print for each picture, excluding movie clips and voice 0 PRINTS recordings. EXIT:SH1 5. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the number of MOVE PIC: SET:OK copies and then press the OK button. - The DPOF icon ( ) will appear by the pictures for which the number of copies to print is set.

DPOF : INDEX

Images (except for movie clips and voice file) are printed as index type. 1. Press the play mode button and press the menu button. 2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [DPOF] menu tab. 3. Select the [INDEX] menu by pressing the UP/ DOWN button and press the RIGHT button. DPOF STANDARD NO 4. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP/ DOWN INDEX YES button. SIZE If [NO] is selected : The image will not be printed in BACK: index format. If [YES] is selected : The image will be printed in index format. 5. Press the OK button to confirm the setting. 6. Press the menu button twice and the menu will disappear.

NO YES MOVE: SET:OK

Default print setting varies depending on the printer manufacturer. For your printers default setting, refer to the users guide that came with your printer.

Setup menu

In this mode, you can set up basic settings. You can use the setup menu in all camera modes, except Voice Recording mode. The items indicated by are default settings.

Main menu FILE PWR SAVE

Sub menu RESET SERIES OFF, 1, 3, 5, 10MIN ENGLISH

Secondary menu ENGLISH

Page p.76 p.77

A LANGUAGE T Y P E

FRANAIS DEUTSCH ESPAOL ITALIANO PCCK DUTCH PORTU. NO
B DANSK T Y P E SVENSKA THAI MELAYU p.78

FORMAT DATE&TIME

p.79 p.80
YES 04/08/01 13:00 YY/MM/DD

DATE TYPE

DD/MM/YY MM/DD/YY DATE

IMPRINT

D & TIME OFF

ON OFF OFF LOW

MEDIUM HIGH
Menu tab Main menu USB Sub menu COMPUTER PRINTER DARK LCD NORMAL BRIGHT Q.VIEW RESET OFF, 1, 2, 3SEC YES NO p.84 p.84 p.83 Secondary menu Page p.83

File name

This function allows the user to select the file naming format. Assigning File Names 1. In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode, press the MENU button. 2816 2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [SETUP] SETUP menu tab. FILE RESET 3. Select the [FILE] menu by pressing the UP/ DOWN button PWR SAVE SERIES LANGUAGE and press the RIGHT button. SET:OK BACK: 4. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP/ DOWN button and press the OK button. [RESET] : After using the reset function, the next file name will be set from 0001 even after formatting, deleting all or inserting a new memory card. [SERIES] : New files are named using numbers that follow the previous sequence, even when a new memory card is used, or after formatting, or after deleting all pictures 5. Press the menu button twice and the menu will disappear.
The first stored folder name is 100SSCAM, and the first file name is STA60001. File names are assigned sequentially from STA60001 STA60002 ~ STA69999. The folder number is assigned sequentially from 100 to 999 as follows: 100SSCAM 101SSCAM ~ 999SSCAM. The files used with the memory card conform to the DCF(Design rule for Camera File systems) format.

Auto power off

This function switches the camera off after a set amount of time in order to prevent unnecessary battery drainage. Setting Power Off 1. In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode, press the MENU button. 2816 2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [SETUP] SETUP menu tab. FILE 3 MIN PWR SAVE 3. Select the [PWR SAVE] menu by pressing the UP/ LANGUAGE DOWN button and press the RIGHT button. SET:OK BACK: 4. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP/ DOWN button and press the OK button. Selecting [OFF] : The power off function will not operate. [1, 3, 5, 10 MIN] : The power will turn off automatically if not used for the period of time specified. 5. Press the menu button twice and the menu will disappear.

Batteries drain quickly

Camera does not take images when pressing the Shutter button
- There is insufficient memory capacity - The memory card has not been formatted - The memory card is exhausted - The cameras power is off - The batteries are exhausted - The memory card is locked - Batteries are inserted incorrectly with the reverse polarities
- Delete unnecessary image files - Format the memory card (p.79) - Insert a new memory card - Turn the camera power on - Insert fresh batteries - Refer to [CARD LOCKED!] error message (p.89) - Insert the batteries according to the polarity marks (+, -)
The camera suddenly stops working while in use
- The camera was stopped due to a malfunction
- Remove /re-insert batteries and switch the camera on
Symptom Causes - A picture was taken within 0.8 m from the subject without The images are unclear setting an appropriate macro mode - Taking a picture beyond the flash range - The lens is smudged or dirty - Clean the lens - Take a picture within the flash range Remedy - If the subject is closer than 0.8m, select macro shot mode

The flash does not fire

- Flash off mode has been selected
- Dis-engage flash off mode
- The date and time have been Incorrect date and time is displayed set incorrectly or the camera has adopted the default settings
- Reset the date and time correctly
The camera buttons do not operate

- Camera malfunction

A card error has occurred while the memory card is in the camera. - Incorrect memory card format - Re-format the memory card (p.79)
The images don't play back
- Incorrect file name (Violation of DCF format)
- Do not change the image file name
Symptom Colour of image is different to the original scene Causes Remedy
- White balance setting is incorrect
- Select appropriate White balance

Images are too bright

- Exposure is excessive
- Reset exposure compensation
- Cable connection is incorrect - The camera is off - There are no batteries, the batteries are exhausted or the When using the PCs explorer, the [Removable Disk] file does not show AC adapter is not connected. - The operating system is not Windows 98, 98SE, 2000, ME, XP/ Mac OS 9.0~10.2. Alternatively the PC does not support USB - The camera driver is not installed
- Check the connection - Turn the camera on - Insert new batteries or check the adapter connection - Install Windows 98, 98SE, 2000, ME, XP/ Mac OS 9.0~10.2 to PC that supports USB
- Install a [USB Storage Driver]

Specifications

Type Image Sensor Effective Pixel Total Pixel Focal Length Lens F No. Digital Zoom Viewfinder Optical Viewfinder LCD Monitor Type Range Type Speed Control Exposure Compensation ISO Equivalent Manual Modes Range Recharging Time 1/1.8" CCD Approx. 6.0 Mega-pixel Approx. 6.2 Mega-pixel SHD Lens f = 7.7 ~ 23.1mm (35mm film equivalent : 38~114mm) F2.7 ~ F4.9 Still Image mode : 1.1X ~ 4.0X Play mode : 1.0X ~ 5.0X (depends on image size) Real image optical viewfinder 1.8" color TFT LCD TTL auto focus Normal : 80cm ~ infinity Macro : 4~80 cm(Wide), 25~80cm(Tele) Mechanical and Electronic shutter 15 ~ 1/2,000 sec Program AE, Aperture priority AE, Shutter Speed priority AE, Manual AE, Metering: Multi, Spot 2.0EV (0.5EV steps) Auto, 100, 200, 400 Shutter Speed : 15 ~ 1/2000 sec. selectable F No. : F2.7 ~ F4.9 selectable Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off 0.25~3.0m(Wide), 0.25~2.0m(Tele) About 6.0sec Soft, Normal, Vivid Normal, B&W, Sepia, RGB Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent_H, Fluorescent_L Tungsten, Custom Voice Recording (Max. 1hour) Voice Memo in Still Image (max. 10 sec.) Date&Time, Date, Off (user selectable) Modes : Program, Auto, Scene, AS priority, Manual, Voice Recording, Night Continuous : Single, Continuous, AEB Self-timer : 2 sec., 10 sec., Double self timer (10sec. & 2sec) With audio (recording time : memory capacity dependent) Size : 640x480, 320x240, 160x120 Frame rate : 30 fps, 15 fps Pause Function in Movie Clip Internal : 32MB flash memory External Memory Slot : SD Card/MMC (Up to 512MB guaranteed)

System Requirements

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 color display recommended) Mac OS 9.0 ~ 10.2 Minimum 64MB RAM 110MB of available hard-disk space USB port CD-ROM drive QuickTime 6.01 or later for Movie Clip For Macintosh Power Mac G3 or later

About the software

After inserting the CD-ROM provided with this camera into the CD-ROM drive, the following window should automatically run. Before connecting the camera to the PC, you should first install the camera driver.
Figures (Images) used for the manual are based on model Digimax A6.
Camera driver : This enables images to transfer between the camera and PC. This camera uses the USB Storage Driver as the camera driver. You can use the camera as a USB card reader. After installing the driver and connecting this camera to the PC, you can find [Removable Disk] in [Windows Explorer] or [My computer]. A USB Storage Driver is provided only for Windows. A USB Driver for MAC is not included with the Application CD. But you can use the camera with Mac OS 9.0 ~ 10.2. Digimax Viewer : This is a program for viewing stored images. You can see the stored images in the memory directly on a PC monitor. You can also copy, move or delete the images and enlarge/downscale the image sizes with Digimax Viewer. This software is only compatible with Windows. PhotoImpression : Image editing program. You can edit or store still images that you download from the camera. This software is only compatible with Windows. Digimax Reader : Text recognition program You can save an image file that was captured in the TEXT mode as a text file with this program. This software is only compatible with Windows.
Be sure to check the system requirements (p.95) before installing the driver. You should allow 5~10 seconds for running the automatic setup program according to the capability of the computer. If the frame does not show, run the [Windows Explorer] and select [Samsung.exe] in the CD-ROM Drive root directory.
Setting up the application software
To use this camera with a PC, install the application software first. After this has been done, the stored images in the camera can be moved to the PC and can be edited by an image editing program.
Close other programs before installing the application software. Before installing the application software, disconnect the USB connection.
You can visit the Samsung web-site through the internet. http://www.samsungcamera.com : English http://www.samsungcamera.co.kr : Korean

16. Digimax Reader installation window will be displayed as shown alongside.
17. A window will be displayed as shown alongside. Click the [INSTALL] button.
- Check the [MANUAL] button. Instructions for using Digimax reader will be displayed. - Click the [EXIT] button and Digimax reader installation will be canceled and the Restart window will appear.
18. A window will open. Click the [Next(N)>] button.
19. The Software License Agreement window will be displayed. If you agree to this, click [Yes], the window will then move to the next step. If you disagree, click [No] and the installation program will be canceled.
20. A destination selection window will open. Click [Next >]. To copy to the files to another folder, click [Browse.] and choose a folder you want.
21. Installation is complete. To apply changes, you must restart the computer. Select [Yes, I want to restart my computer now], and then click [OK].
* The frame 21 may be displayed according to the system requirements. Click the [Finish] button to restart the computer.
22. After restarting the computer, connect the PC to the camera with the USB cable. 23. Turn the camera power on. [Found New Hardware Wizard] will open and the computer will recognize the camera. * If you have ever installed an image viewer program or your OS is Windows XP, an image viewer program will open. If the image viewer program opens, the camera driver was setup successfully.
24. If you can see [Removable Disk] under [My computer], the camera driver installation was successful. Now you can transfer image files from the camera to PC via the USB cable.
If you have installed the camera driver, [Found New Hardware Wizard] may not open. On a Windows 98 or 98 SE system, the Found New Hardware Wizard dialog box opens and a window asking you to select a driver file may appear. In this case, specify "USB Driver" in the CD supplied. When connecting the camera to your PC, it is recommended that you use an AC power adapter. Before connecting the camera to the PC, You should first install the camera driver. After installing the camera driver, you have to restart your PC. If you connect the camera to the PC before installing the camera driver, the [Found New Hardware Wizard] will open. In this case, cancel the [Found New Hardware Wizard] and disconnect the camera. Install the camera driver and connect the camera to the PC again. Should the computer not find the camera driver after installation, please try one or more of the following measures. 1. Delete the camera driver (p.108), and re-install the driver. 2. Refer to FAQ (p.116) to check for a possible solution to the problem. 3. If your PCs central processing unit is VIA chip (This is shown in the USB Host Controller), download the patch file from the Samsung Camera web page. (http://www.samsungcamera.com)

5. Click a folder where you want to paste the file.
6. Press the right mouse button and a pop-up menu will open. Click [Paste].
7. An image file is transferred from the camera to your PC.
- By using [Digimax Viewer], you can see the stored images in the memory directly on the PC monitor and you can copy or move the image files.
Removing the USB Driver for Windows 98SE
To remove the USB driver, refer to the process shown below. 1. Trace [Start Settings] and click [Control Panel].
2. Double-click [Add/Remove programs].
3. The [Add/Remove Programs Properties] window will open. Click [Digimax A6] and click the [Add/Remove] button.

[Click !]

4. Uninstallation is complete. Click the [Finish] button and the window will disappear.

Removable Disk

To use this camera as a Removable Disk, install (p.97) the USB Driver.
1. Before turning the camera power on, connect the camera to the PC with the USB cable. 2. Click [Removable Disk] under [My computer] or [Windows Explorer]. 3. Image files stored in the Removable Disk (DCIM PC. 100SSCAM) can be transferred to the
Important information whilst using the Removable Disk The [Removable Disk] indicator will not show when the camera power is off or the USB cable is removed. We recommend that you should copy the images to the PC to view them. Opening images directly from the removable disk may be subject to unexpected disconnection. When uploading images from the PC to the camera, ensure that the uploaded file names are not the same as those already stored on the memory. When you upload a file that is not taken by this camera to Removable Disk, the [FILE ERROR!] message will be displayed on the LCD monitor in the PLAY mode, and nothing is displayed in THUMBNAIL mode. The auto focus lamp will blink, when a file is transferred (copy or deletion) between the PC and the camera. Do not remove the USB cable until the lamp stops blinking. To remove the USB cable in Windows 2000/ME/XP, use the [Unplug or Eject Hardware] icon on the task bar.
Removing the removable disk
Windows 98SE 1. Check whether the camera and PC are transferring a file. If the auto focus lamp blinks, you have to wait until the lamp is turned off. 2. Unplug the USB cable. Windows 2000/ME/XP (The illustrations may be different from the real display in accordance with the Windows O/S.) 1. Check whether the camera and PC are transferring a file. If the auto focus lamp blinks, you have to wait until the lamp is turned off.
2. Double-click the [Unplug or Eject Hardware] icon on the task bar.

[Double-click!]

3. The [Unplug or Eject Hardware] window will open. Select the [USB Mass Storage Device] and click the [Stop] button.
4. The [Stop a Hardware device] window will open. Select the [USB Mass Storage Device] and click the [OK] button.

Uninstall the K-Lite Codec Pack or set the default program of the AVI file as the Windows Media Player. Trace [Start Control Panel Add/ Remove Programs Select the K-Lite Codec Pack Click the Change/ Remove button].
Run the windows explorer Select AVI file Click the right mouse button Select the "Open with" menu Click the Windows Media Player Check the "Always use this program to open these files" option Click the [OK] button.
Most problems will be solved with those remedies. If the movie clip doesn't play back continuously, install the JPEGCODE provided with the camera again. For more information, visit the samsung website(www.samsungcamera.com) and see the FAQ page.
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RECORDING

11 LCD monitor indicator 12 Changing the recording mode 12 Selecting the [MODE] menu If the [STILL & MOVIE] menu was 12 selected If the [FULL] menu was selected Starting the recording mode 13 How to use the Auto mode How to use the Movie clip mode How to use the Program mode 14 How to use the Scene modes How to use the VOICE 15 RECORDING mode Pausing while recording a voice recording 15 Normal focus mode Macro focus mode Things to Watch Out for When Taking 16 Pictures

SOFTWARE

Software Notes System Requirements About the software Setting up the application software Starting PC mode Removing the removable disk Setting up the USB Driver for MAC Using the USB Driver for MAC Uninstalling the USB Driver for Windows 98SE Digimax Master FAQ 67

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. < Included items >

System Requirements

For Windows PC with processor better than MMX Pentium 450MHz (XP : Pentium II 700MHz) Windows 98/98SE/2000/ME/XP Minimum 64MB RAM (Over 128MB recommended) 200MB of available hard-disk space (Over 1GB recommend) USB port CD-ROM drive 1024 x 768 pixels, 16-bit color display compatible monitor (24-bit color display recommended) DirectX 9.0 or later For Macintosh Power Mac G3 or later Mac OS 10.0~10.3 Minimum 64MB RAM 110MB of available hard-disk space USB port CD-ROM drive QuickTime 6.01 or later for Movie Clip
Computer (see p.62) Camera case User manual, Product warranty Camera strap Software CD (see p.62)
PictBridge compatible printer(see p.46)
DPOF compatible printer (see p.44)
SD memory card/ MMC (see p.9)

USB cable

CR-V3 battery
Rechargeable batteries (SNB-2512)

AA Alkaline Batteries

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

AC cord

Battery charger (SBC-N1)
Identification of features

Front & Top

Shutter button Power button Microphone

Flash Self-timer lamp

Focus ring

Back & Bottom

Camera status lamp M(Mode) button Zoom W button (Thumbnail) Zoom T button (Digital zoom) Strap eyelet

LCD monitor

E (Effects) button +/-, Delete button

USB connection port

5 function button

Tripod Socket

Play mode button
Side/ 5-function button Self-timer lamp Icon Battery chamber cover Status Blinking Description - For the first 7 seconds, the lamp blinks at 1 second intervals. - For the final 3 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at 0.25-second intervals.

Pressing the M (Mode) button [AUTO mode] [MOVIE CLIP mode]
Changing the recording mode : If the [FULL] menu was selected Steps from 1-4 are the same as those for selecting the [MODE] menu. 5. The recording mode used just before will display. 6. Press the M (Mode) button located on the back of the camera and the mode selection menu will display. 7. To select the Auto, Program, Movie clip or Scene modes, press the Left/ Right button. To move between the Auto, Manual, Movie clip menu line and Scene menu line, press the Up/ Down button.
Starting the recording mode
How to use the Auto mode Use this for shooting basic still images. 1. Select the [FULL] sub menu on the [MODE] menu (p.12). 2. Select the Auto mode by pressing the M (Mode) button (p.22). 3. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using the LCD monitor. [AUTO mode] 4. Press the shutter button to capture an image. Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image.

AUTO SET:OK

Pressing the Left button

MOVIE SET:OK

[Mode selection menu]

SET:OK

Pressing the Up button [Selecting the Scene mode]
8. Press the M (Mode) button and the mode selection menu will disappear.
How to use the Movie clip mode A movie clip can be recorded for as long as the available recording time of the memory capacity allows. 1. Select the [FULL] sub menu on the [MODE] menu (p.12). 2. Select the Movie clip mode by pressing the M (Mode) button (p.22). 3. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using the LCD monitor. [MOVIE CLIP mode] 4. Press the shutter button once and movie clips are recorded for as long as the available recording time allows. Movie clips will still be recorded if the shutter button is released. If you wish to stop recording, press the shutter button again. Image size and type are listed below. - Image size : 640X480, 320X240 (user selectable) - Movie clip file type: AVI (MJPEG)
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 1-2 are the same as those for MOVIE CLIP mode. 3. Point the camera towards the subject and compose 00:00:08 the image by using the LCD monitor. Press the shutter button and movie clips are recorded for as long as the available recording time. Movie clips will still be recorded if the shutter button is released. 4. Press the Pause button( ) to pause [ Successive recording of a recording. movie clip ] 5. Press the Pause button( ) again to resume the recording. 6. If you wish to stop recording, press the shutter button again. How to use the Program mode Selecting the automatic mode will configure the camera with optimal settings and you can manually configure various functions. 1. Select the [FULL] sub menu on the [MODE] menu (p.12). 2. Select the Program mode by pressing the M (Mode) button (p.22). 3. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using the LCD monitor. 4. Press the shutter button to capture an image. How to use the Scene modes Use the menu to easily configure optimal settings for a variety of shooting situations. 1. Select the [FULL] sub menu on the [MODE] menu (p.12). 2. Select the Scene mode by pressing the M (Mode) button (p.22). 3. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the image by using the LCD monitor. 4. Press the shutter button to capture an image.

[SCENE mode]

The scene modes are listed below. [NIGHT]( ) : Use this for shooting still images at night or in other dark conditions. [PORTRAIT]( ) : To take a picture of a person. [LANDSCAPE]( ) : To take pictures of distant scenery. [SUNSET]( ) : For taking pictures of sunsets. [DAWN]( ) : Daybreak scenes. [BACKLIGHT]( ) : Portrait without shadows caused by backlight. [FIREWORKS]( ) : Firework scenes. [BEACH&SNOW]( ) : For ocean, lake, beach and snowscape scenes.

[ PROGRAM mode ]

How to use the VOICE RECORDING mode A voice recording can be recorded for as long as the available recording time of the memory capacity allows. 1. In any mode with the exception of the Movie clip, select the VOICE RECORDING mode by pressing the Voice recording button twice. 2. Press the shutter button to record a voice. - Press the shutter button once and voice is recorded for as long as the available recording [VOICE RECORDING mode] time 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 Pausing while recording a voice recording This camera allows you to temporarily stop during unwanted recording, while recording a voice. Using this function, you can record your favorite voices into a voice recording file without having to create multiple voice recording files. 1. Press the shutter button and voice is recorded for as long as the available recording time. Voice will still be recorded if the shutter button is released. 2. Press the Pause button( ) to pause recording. 3. Press the Pause button( ) again to resume the recording. 4. If you wish to stop recording, press the shutter button again.
[Pausing the voice recording]
A distance of 40cm between you and the camera (microphone) is the best distance to record sound. If the camera power is turned off while the voice recording is paused, the voice recording is cancelled.
Normal( ) focus mode The focus range is 1.0m~infinity. No icons will display on the LCD monitor when you select this focus mode. To prevent the image from being dim, maintain the focus range at 1.0m ~ infinity. Macro ( ) focus mode The focus range is 0.2m. A Macro icon( ) will display on the LCD monitor when you select this focus mode. To prevent the image from being dim, maintain the focus range at 0.2m.
Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera
The recording mode function can be set up by using the camera buttons.
Power button 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 50 for more information about the auto power off function.

Down button
While the menu is showing, press the DOWN button to move from the main menu to a sub menu, or to move down the sub menu cursor. Unless the menu is showing, the DOWN button will not work in a Recording mode.
While the menu is showing, press the UP button to move up the sub menu cursor. When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, the UP button operates as the voice recording or voice memo button. You can record your voice or add your voice-over to a stored still image. Refer to page 15 for more information about the voice recording.
Recording a voice memo 1. Select the STILL IMAGE mode by pressing the mode button. 2. Press the VOICE MEMO( ) button. If the voice memo indicator is displayed on the LCD monitor, the setting is completed.

Flash (

)/ Left button
When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the LEFT button makes the cursor shift to the left tab. When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, the LEFT button operates as the FLASH ( ) button. Selecting the flash mode 1. Press the M (Mode) button to select a Recording mode with the exception of Movie clip mode (p.22). 2. Press the Flash button until the desired flash mode indicator displays on the LCD monitor. 3. A flash mode indicator will be displayed on the LCD monitor. Use the correct flash to suit the picture taking situation. Flash range
Focus type Auto Macro Flash range 1.0m~3m 0.2m
[Selecting the Auto flash]
[ Preparing for Voice Memo ]

[ Recording Voice Memo ]

3. Press the shutter button and take a picture. The picture is stored on the memory card. 4. Voice memo will be recorded for ten seconds from the moment the picture is stored. In the middle of the sound recording, pressing the shutter button will stop the voice memo. A distance of 40cm between you and the camera (microphone) is the best distance to record sound.

(Unit : m)

Flash mode indicator Menu tab Flash mode Auto flash Description If the subject or background is dark, the camera flash will operate automatically. If a subject or background is dark, the camera flash will work automatically and will reduce the red-eye effect by using the red-eye reduction function. The flash fires regardless of available light. The intensity of the flash will be controlled, according to the prevailing conditions. The brighter the background or subject is, the less intense the flash will be. The flash will operate in conjunction with a slow shutter speed in order to obtain the correct exposure. When you take an image in a condition with poor light, the camera shake warning indicator ( ) will display on the LCD monitor. We recommend using a tripod for this function.

MENU/ OK button

MENU button - When you press the MENU button, a menu related to each camera mode will be displayed on the LCD monitor. Pressing it again will return the LCD to the initial display. - A menu option can be displayed when Movie clip, Auto, Program and Scene modes are selected.There is no menu available when the Voice recording mode is selected.

M (Mode) button

You can select the desired recording mode. The selectable recording modes are different from what you selected sub menu in the [MODE] menu. - [STILL & MOVIE] : Select from a recording mode selected in the [MODE SET] menu and Movie clip mode. - [FULL] : Select from Auto, Movie clip, Program and Scene modes. How to use the mode button : In case of [STILL & MOVIE] and [AUTO] sub menu
2560X1920 2272X1704 2048X1536 1600X1200

MOVE: SET:OK

Pressing the MENU button [Menu off]

Pressing the M button

[Menu on]

[Auto mode]

[Movie clip mode]
OK button - When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, this button is used for shifting the cursor to the sub menu or for confirming data.
How to use the mode button : In case of [FULL] sub menu and Auto mode

E (Effect) button

It is possible to add special effects to your images by using this button. Still image mode : You can select the colour, focus, composite and frame menus. Movie clip mode : You can select the colour menu. Available Effects, by recording mode (O : Selectable X : Not selectable)
Pressing the Mode button Pressing the Right button

PROGRAM SET : OK

O X X X

O O O O

[Program mode]

AUTO SET : OK

This button will not operate in the Voice recording mode and some scene modes (Night, Sunset, Dawn, Backlight, Fireworks and Beach & Snow) If a special effect is selected, the rest of the special effect functions (Preset focus frames, Composite shooting, Photo frame) set before, are cancelled automatically. Even if the camera is turned off, the special effect setting will be preserved. To cancel the special effect, select ( ) in the sub menu of the Colour menu and select ( ) in the sub menu of the special effect menu.
Pressing the Left button Pressing the Up button

SET : OK

[Movie cliip mode]

PORTRAIT

Pressing the Left/ Right button

[Scene mode]

[Selecting a scene mode]

Press the Mode button and the mode selection menu will disappear.

Special Effect : Colour

By using the cameras digital processor, it is possible to add special effects to your images 1. Press the E button in the still image mode or Movie clip mode. 2. Select the menu tab by pressing the Left/Right button.
Special Effect : Preset focus frames
You can make the subject stand out from its surroundings. The subject will be sharp and in focus while making the rest out of focus. 1. Press the E button in the program mode. 2. Select the menu tab by pressing the Left/Right button. 3. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the Up/ Down button and press the OK button.

[Still image mode]

3. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the Up/Down button and press the OK button. : No effect is added to the image : Captured images will be stored in black and white. : Captured images will be stored in a sepia tone (a gradient of yellowish brown colours). : Captured images will be stored in a blue tone. : Captured images will be stored in a red tone. : Captured images will be stored in a green tone. : Save the image in negative mode. 4. Press the shutter button to capture an image.

[Range 1]

[Range 2]

[Range 3]

[Range 4]
4. The preset focus frame will appear. Press the shutter button to capture an image
Special Effect : Composite shooting
You can combine 2 ~ 4 different shots in a still image. 1. Press the E button in the program mode. 2. Select the menu tab by pressing the Left/ Right button. 3. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the Up/ Down button and press the OK button. : cancels the composite shooting : 2 different shots are combined in a still image. : 3 different shots are combined in a still image. : 4 different shots are combined in a still image. : 2 different panorama shots are combined in a still image.
You can use the flash button, self-timer button, macro button, voice memo button and the Zoom W/T button during the composite shooting. If you press the camera buttons (Play mode button, M button and Menu button) during the composite shots, each mode of the camera buttons is executed. The images captured before will be deleted. The voice memo will start after taking the last composite shooting.

Using the Custom White Balance White balance settings may vary slightly depending on the shooting environment. You can select the most appropriate white balance setting for a given shooting environment by setting up the custom white balance. 1. Select the CUSTOM ( ) menu of the White Balance and press the OK button. 2. Place a sheet of white paper in front of the camera so that the LCD monitor shows only white, and then press the SHUTTER button. 3. Press the OK button and your custom white balance value is stored. - The custom white balance value will be applied, starting with the next picture you take. - The user configured white balance will be remain effective until it is overwritten.

[ White paper ]

Exposure compensation : This camera automatically adjusts the exposure according to the ambient lighting conditions. You can also select the exposure value by using the +/- button. Compensating Exposure 1. Press the +/- button, and then use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the exposure compensation icon ( ). The exposure compensation menu bar will appear as shown. 2. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to set the desired exposure compensation factor. 3. Press the +/- button again. The value you set will be saved and the Exposure Compensation setup mode will close. If you change the exposure value, the exposure indicator ( ) will be displayed on the bottom of the LCD monitor. A negative exposure compensation value reduces the exposure. Note that a positive exposure compensation value increases the exposure and the LCD monitor will appear white or you may not get good pictures.
Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settings
You can use the menu on the LCD monitor to set up recording functions. In any mode with the exception of VOICE RECORDING mode, pressing the MENU button displays the menu on the LCD monitor. The menu will not be displayed on the LCD monitor in the following circumstances: - When another button is being operated. - While image data is being processed. - When there is no battery capacity. The following functions are available, depending on the mode you have selected. The items indicated by are default settings. Menu tab Main menu MODE Sub menu STILL&MOVIE FULL AUTO MOVIE MODE SET SUNSET BEACH&SNOW PROGRAM NIGHT DAWN p.30
Menu tab Main menu FRAME RATE METERING SHOOTING
Sub menu 24 FPS MULTI SINGLE AEB SOFT VIVID 15 FPS SPOT CONTINUOUS NORMAL -

Camera working mode

Page p.31 p.31 p.32 p.32

SHARPNESS

FULL OSD BASIC OSD OSD INFORMATION SAVE MODE Menus are subject to change without prior notice. * A503 only

Pressing for over 1 Sec. Size Aperture value Shutter speed ISO sensitivity Whether or not Pressing the Play the flash is used mode button [Recording information] DATE : 2006/01/01 Recording date
SIZE :2560X1920 AV :F3.2 TV :1/60S ISO :100 FLASH :OFF DATE :2006/01/01
SIZE :2560X1920 AV :F3.2 TV :1/60S ISO :100 FLASH : OFF

[Play mode display]

Thumbnail(

Image enlargement

)/ Enlargement(

) button

The maximum enlargement rate in proportion to the image size.
Image size Maximum enlargement rate * A503 only *5M X8.0 4M X7.1 3M X6.4 2M X5.0 1M X3.2 VGA X2.0
1. Select an image that you want to enlarge and press the enlargement button. 2. Different parts of the image can be viewed by pressing the 5 function button. 3. Pressing the thumbnail button will zoom back to the original full sized image. - You can tell whether the image displayed is an enlarged view by checking the image enlargement indicator shown at the bottom left of the LCD monitor. (If the image is not an enlarged view, the indicator will not be displayed.) You can also check the area of enlargement. - Movie clips and WAV files cant be enlarged. - If an image is enlarged, a loss of quality may occur.
Trimming : You can select part of the image and save it separately.

TRIMMING? TRIM

CANCEL 1. Select an image that you want to trim and press CONFIRM : OK the MENU button. A message will be displayed as shown alongside. 2. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP/ DOWN button and press the OK button. - [TRIM] : The trimmed image will save as a new file name, and display on the LCD monitor. - [CANCEL] : The trimming menu will disappear.
If there is insufficient free memory space in which to save the trimmed image, the image can't be trimmed.

Voice (

) memo/ Up button

Play & Pause (

)/ Down button
When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the UP button makes the menu cursor move up. When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, the UP button operates as the voice memo button. You can add your voice to a stored still image. Adding a Voice Memo to a Still Image 1. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button to select an image that you wish to add sound to. 2. Press the voice memo button ( ) and the voice memo indicator will display. The camera is now ready to record a voice memo. 3. Press the shutter button to start recording a voice memo to the still image for up to 10 seconds. While the voice is recording, the recording status window will be displayed as shown alongside.

Configure slide show effects : Unique screen effects can be used for the slide show. 1. Select the [EFFECT] sub menu by pressing the UP / DOWN button and press the RIGHT button. SLIDE 2. Use the Up / Down button to select the type of SHOW OFF INTERVAL E1 effect. EFFECT E2 [OFF] : Normal display. E3 BACK: [E1] : Image is displayed slowly from the left. [E2] : Image is displayed slowly from the centre outwards. [E3] : Image moves from the top left. [E4] : The image slides diagonally from top left to bottom right. [MIX] : The image slides irregularly. 3. Press the OK button to confirm the setting.

Rotating an image

You can rotate the stored images by various degrees. 1. Press the play mode button and press the menu button. 2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [ROTATE] menu tab. 3. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP/ DOWN button.

ROTATE

RIGHT 90 LEFT HORIZONTAL

EXIT:MENU MOVE:

Resize
Change the resolution (size) of pictures taken. Select [USER IMAGE] to save an image to be the start-up image. The resized image will have a new file name. 1. Press the play mode button and press the menu button. 2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [RESIZE] menu tab. 3. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP/ DOWN button and press the OK button. Image Resize Types Resize * 2272 X 1704 O X X X X X 2048 X 1536 O O X X X X 1600 X 1200 O O O X X X 1024 X 768 O O O O X X 640 X 480 O O O O O X USER IMAGE1,2 O O O O O O

RESIZE

1600 1024

2272 X X X X 768

EXIT:MENU
[RIGHT 90: ] Rotate picture in a clock-wise direction
[LEFT 90: ] Rotate picture in a counterclock-wise direction
[180: ] Rotate picture 180 degrees

* 1024 VGA

[HORIZONTAL] : Rotate picture horizontally
[VERTICAL] : Rotate picture vertically
4. Press the OK button. The rotated image will be saved with a new file name and the menu will disappear. If you display the rotated image on the LCD monitor, empty spaces may appear to the left and right of the image.

S.IMAGE S.BEEP

BEEP LCD Q.VIEW RESET
Setting up the MYCAM menu
You can set up a start up image, shutter sound. Every camera working mode (with the exception of Voice recording mode) has the MyCAM menu. The items indicated by are default settings. Menu tab Main menu S.IMAGE S.BEEP OFF USER IMAGE 1 OFF Sub menu LOGO USER IMAGE 2 ON Page p.51 p.52

Start up sound

You can select the sound that is activated whenever the camera is turned on. Start up sound : [OFF], [ON] - If the start up image is set to [OFF], the start up sound will not activate, even though you may have set these to on.

S.IMAGE S.BEEP OFF ON

* Menus are subject to change without prior notice.

Important notes

Be sure to observe the following precautions! This unit contains precision electronic components. Do not use or store this unit in the following locations. - Areas exposed to severe changes in temperature and humidity. - Areas exposed to dust and dirt. - Areas exposed to direct sunlight; or the inside of a vehicle in hot weather. - Environments where there is high magnetism or excessive vibration. - Areas with high explosives or highly flammable materials. Do not leave this camera in places subject to dust, chemicals (like naphthalene and mothball), high temperature and high humidity. Keep this camera with silica gel in a hermetically sealed box when not planning to use the camera for a long period of time Sand can be particularly troublesome to cameras. - Do not let sand get inside the unit when using it on beaches, coastal dunes, or other areas where there is lots of sand. - Doing so may result in failure or may permanently render the unit unusable. Handling the camera - Never drop the camera or subject it to severe shocks or vibrations. - Protect the large LCD monitor from knocks and scratches. When this camera is not used, keep this camera in the camera case. - Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image. - This camera is not waterproof. To avoid dangerous electrical shocks, never hold or operate the camera with wet hands. - If you use this camera in wet places, such as beach or pool, do not let water or sand get inside the camera. Doing so may result in failure or may permanently damage the unit. Extremes in temperature may cause problems. - If the camera is transferred from a cold to a warm and humid environment, condensation can form on the delicate electronic circuit and the camera may not work properly. If this occurs, turn the camera off and wait for at least 1 hour until all moisture is dispersed. Moisture build up can also occur in the memory card. If this happens, turn off the camera and remove the memory card. Wait until the moisture has dispersed. Caution on Using the Lens - If the lens is subjected to direct sunlight, it could result in discoloration and deterioration of the image sensor. - Pay attention not to get fingerprints or foreign substances on the surface of the lens. If the digital camera is not used for a long period, an electric discharge can occur. It is a good idea to remove the battery and the memory card if you do not intend using the camera for an extended period of time.

Please check the following The camera doesnt switch on There is low battery capacity Insert fresh batteries Battery is inserted incorrectly with the polarities reversed Insert the battery according to the polarity marks (+, -)
The camera suddenly stops working while in use The camera was stopped due to a malfunction Remove/ re-insert battery and switch the camera on The images are unclear An incorrect focus mode is selected. Select a correct focus mode related to the distance. The picture was taken with the subject beyond the flash range Take a picture within the flash range The lens is smudged or dirty Clean the lens The flash does not fire Flash off mode has been selected Disengage flash off mode The camera mode cant use the flash Refer to the FLASH instruction (p.18) Incorrect date and time is displayed The date and time have been set incorrectly or the camera has adopted the default settings Reset the date and time correctly The camera buttons do not operate Camera malfunction Remove/ re-insert battery and switch the camera on A card error has occurred while the memory card is in the camera. Incorrect memory card format Reformat the memory card The images don't play back Incorrect file name (Violation of DCF format) Do not change the image file name Colour of image is different to the original scene White balance setting is incorrect Select appropriate White balance Images are too bright Exposure is excessive Reset exposure compensation When using the PCs explorer, the [Removable Disk] file does not show Cable connection is incorrect Check the connection The camera is off Turn the camera on The operating system is not Windows 98, 98SE, 2000, ME, XP/ Mac OS 10.0 ~ 10.3. Alternatively the PC does not support USB. Install Windows 98, 98SE, 2000, ME, XP/ Mac OS 10.0 ~ 10.3 to PC that supports USB. The camera driver is not installed Install a [USB Storage Driver]

Specifications

Image Sensor - Type : 1/2.5" CCD
Effective Pixels Total Pixels A503 Approx. 5.0 Mega-pixel Approx. 5.3 Mega-pixel A403 Approx. 4.0 Mega-pixel Approx. 4.2 Mega-pixel
Effect : Color: Normal, B&W, Sepia, Negative, Red, Green, Blue, RGB, Highlight, Composite, Photo Frame White Balance : Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Sunset, Fluorescent (H), Fluorescent (L), Tungsten, Custom Voice Recording : Voice Recording (depend on memory size and battery capacity), Voice Memo on Still Image (max. 10.sec) Date Imprinting : Off , Date, Date & Time (User selectable) Shooting - Still Image :Mode: Auto, Program, Scene Scene : (Night, Portrait, Landscape, Sunset, Dawn, Backlight, Fireworks, Beach/Snow) Continuous: Single, Continuous, AEB Self-timer: 10 sec., 2 sec., Double self timer (10sec. & 2sec.) - Movie Clip :With audio (recording time: memory capacity dependent) Size: 640 x 480, 320 x 240 Frame rate: 24fps, 15fps Storage - Media : Internal memory: Approx. 24(Approx. 8)MB flash memory External memory: SD card /High Speed MMC (1GB Guaranteed) - File Format :Still Image: JPEG (DCF), EXIF 2.2, DPOF 1.1, PictBridge 1.0 Movie Clip: AVI (MJPEG) Audio: WAV - Image Size

For Windows PC with processor better than MMX Pentium 450MHz (XP : Pentium II 700MHz) Windows 98/98SE/2000/ME/XP Minimum 64MB RAM (Over 128MB recommended) 200MB of available hard-disk space (Over 1GB recommend) USB port CD-ROM drive 1024x768 pixels, 16-bit color display compatible monitor (24-bit color display recommended) DirectX 9.0 or later For Macintosh Power Mac G3 or later Mac OS 10.0~10.3 or later Minimum 64MB RAM 110MB of available hard-disk space
USB port CD-ROM drive QuickTime 6.01 or later for Movie Clip

About the software

After inserting the CD-ROM provided with this camera into the CD-ROM drive, the following window should automatically run. Before connecting the camera to the PC, you should first install the camera driver. This manual is based on the Digimax A503. A403 may differ from A503 in some contents.
Setting up the application software
To use this camera with a PC, install the application software first. After this has been done, the stored images in the camera can be moved to the PC and can be edited by an image editing program. You can visit the Samsung web-site through the internet. http://www.samsungcamera.com : English http://www.samsungcamera.co.kr : Korean 1. The auto run frame will display. Click the [Install] menu in the Auto run frame.
Camera driver : This enables images to transfer between the camera and PC. This camera uses the USB Storage Driver as the camera driver. You can use the camera as a USB card reader. After installing the driver and connecting this camera to the PC, you can find [Removable Disk] in [Windows Explorer] or [My computer]. A USB Storage Driver is provided only for Windows. A USB Driver for MAC is not included with the Application CD. But you can use the camera with Mac OS 10.0 ~ 10.3. Digimax Master : This is the all-in-one multi media software solution. You can download, view, edit and save your digital images and movie clips clip with this software. This software is only compatible with Windows.
2. Install the DirectX, Digimax Master by selecting a button shown on the monitor.
Be sure to check the system requirements before installing the driver. You should allow 5 ~ 10 seconds for running the automatic setup program according to the capability of the computer. If the frame does not show, run the [Windows Explorer] and select [Samsung.exe] in the CD-ROM Drive root directory.
3. After restarting the computer, connect the camera to your PC with the USB cable. 4. Turn the camera power on. The [Found New Hardware Wizard] will open and the computer will recognise the camera. If your OS is Windows XP, an image viewer program will open. If the download window of the Digimax Master software opens after starting Digimax Master, the camera driver was set up successfully.

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7. An image file is transferred from the camera to your PC.
3. The [Unplug or Eject Hardware] window will open. Select the [USB Mass Storage Device] and click the [Stop] button. - By using [Digimax Master], you can see the stored images in the memory directly on the PC monitor and you can copy or move the image files.
We recommend that you should copy the images to the PC to view them. Opening images directly from the removable disk may be subject to unexpected disconnection. When you upload a file that is not taken by this camera to the Removable Disk, the [FILE ERROR!] message will be displayed on the LCD monitor in the PLAY mode, and nothing is displayed in THUMBNAIL mode.
4. The [Stop a Hardware device] window will open. Select the [USB Mass Storage Device] and click the [OK] button.
5. A [Safe to Remove Hardware] window will open. Click the [OK] button.
6. A [Unplug or Eject Hardware] window will open. Click the [Close] button and the removable disk will be removed safely.
Uninstalling the USB Driver for Windows 98SE
To remove the USB driver, refer to the process shown below. 1. Connect the camera and your PC, turn them on. 2. Check whether the Removable Disk is on the [My Computer]. 3. Remove the [Samsung Digital Camera] on the Device manager.

7. Unplug the USB cable.

Setting up the USB Driver for MAC
1. A USB Driver for MAC is not included with the software CD as MAC OS supports the camera driver. 2. Check the MAC OS. You can check the MAC OS version during MAC OS start-up. This camera is compatible with MAC OS 10.0 ~ 10.3. 3. Connect the camera to the Macintosh and turn the camera power on. 4. A new icon will be displayed on the desktop after connecting the camera to the MAC.
4. Disconnect the USB cable. 5. Remove the [Digimax A503] on the Add/Remove Programs Properties.
Using the USB Driver for MAC
1. Double click a new icon on the desktop and the folder in the memory will be displayed. 2. Select an image file and copy or move it to MAC.
For Mac OS 10.0 or later : First complete uploading from computer to the camera and then remove the removable disk with the Extract command. 6. Uninstallation is complete.

Digimax Master

You can download, view, edit and save your images and movies with this software. This software is compatible with all Windows Operating Systems from Windows 98SE onwards. To start the program, click [Start Programs Samsung Digimax Master]. 4. Select a destination and make a folder to save downloaded images and folders. - Folder names can be made in order of date and images will be downloaded. - Folder name will be made as you want and images will be downloaded. - After selecting a folder that was made before, images will be downloaded. 5. Click [Next >] button. 2. A window for downloading images will display after connecting the camera and your PC. - To download the captured images, select the [Select All] button. - Select desired folder in the window and click the [Select All] button. You can save captured images and selected folder. - If you click the [Cancel] button, downloading will be cancelled. 6. A window will open as shown alongside. The destination of the selected folder will be displayed on the upper side of the window. Click the [Start] button to download the images.