User Manual Thank you for buying a Samsung camera. This manual will guide you through using the camera, including capturing images, downloading images and using the application software. Please read this manual carefully before using your new camera. ENGLISH Instructions Use this camera in the following order. Before connecting the camera to a PC, via Set up the camera driver the USB cable, you will need to set up the camera driver. Install the camera driver that is contained in Application software CDROM. (p.73) 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 before 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 this manual in a safe place. 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 accepts no responsibility for loss or damage of images on the memory card due to the use of a card reader. The contents and illustrations of this manual are subject to change without prior notice for upgrading the camera functions. If your camera was purchased outside of the country where you wish to have, servicing fees are charged by the manufacturer's representatives in that country. In some countries where this camera is not in market, servicings may not be available. 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. Take a picture Take a picture. (p.18) Insert the USB cable Insert the supplied USB cable into the PC's USB port and the camera's USB connection terminal. (p.75) Check the camera's power Check the camera's power. If the power is turned off, press the camera button to turn it on. Check [Removable Disk] Open Windows EXPLORER and search for [Removable Disk]. (p.76) 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 accepts no responsibility for loss or damage of images on the memory card due to the use of a card reader. 1 Danger DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Do not attempt to modify this camera in any way. To do so may result in fire, injury, electric shock or severe damage to you or your camera. Internal inspection, maintenance and repairs should only be carried out by your dealer or Samsung Camera Service centre. 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. 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. Warning WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. 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. For safety reasons keep this product and accessories out of reach of children or animals to prevent accidents e.g.: Swallowing battery 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. Battery and camera may become hot during prolonged use and it may result in camera malfunction. Should this be the case, let the camera sit idle for a few minutes to allow it time to cool. 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 Charger. This may cause heat to build up and distort the camera body or cause a fire. Always use the camera and its accessories in a well-ventilated area. 2 Caution CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in a minor or moderate injury. Leaking, overheating, or damaged battery could result in fire or injury. Use battery with the correct specification for the camera. Do not short circuit, heat or dispose of battery in fire. Do not insert the battery with the polarities reversed. Remove the battery when not planning to use the camera for a long period of time. Otherwise the battery may leak corrosive electrolyte and permanently damage the camera's components. 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 when you are using the AC Charger. After use, always switch off the camera before unplugging the cable from the wall socket. Then make sure that any connector cords or cables to other devices are disconnected before moving the camera. Failure to do so may damage the cords or cables and cause a fire or electric shock. Take care not to touch the lens or lens cover to avoid taking an unclear image and possibly causing camera malfunction. Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image. Before inserting any cables or AC adapter, check the directions and do not insert by force. It may cause breakage of cable or camera. Credit cards may be demagnetized if left near a camera case. Avoid leaving magnetic strip cards near the case. Contents READY System chart Identification of features Front & Top Back & Bottom Bottom Self-timer lamp Camera Status Lamp Mode dial Mode icon Connecting to a Power Source How to charge the rechargeable battery (SLB-1137D) Inserting the memory card 12 13 5 6 6 7 8 8 8 9 10 10 How to use the AUTO mode How to use the ASM mode How to use the APERTURE PRIORITY mode How to use the SHUTTER PRIORITY mode How to use the ASR (Advanced Shake Reduction) mode How to use the SCENE mode 20 20 How to use the SPECIAL EFFECT mode 20 How to use the MOVIE CLIP mode 21 To record a movie clip without voice 21 Pausing while recording a movie clip (Successive Recording) Using Successive Recording Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures When Using the Camera for the First Time : Smart button 15 When Using the Camera for the First Time : Setting up the Date / Time and Language LCD monitor indicator Starting the recording mode 16 17 18 Using the camera buttons to set the camera POWER button Shutter button ZOOM W / T button Face recognition(FR) button 23 23 23 24 25 22 21 21 19 How to use the MANUAL mode 19 19 18 18 How to use the PROGRAM mode 18 Instructions on using the memory card 13 RECORDING 3 Contents Using the LCD monitor to set the camera Color tone Brightness Selecting focus type Flash Size Continuous shot Metering Sharpness Effect Quality / Frame rate Self-timer / Remote control Voice recording / Voice memo Exposure compensation ISO White balance Scene menu Special Effect : Photo Frame Special Effect : Motion GIF Special Effect : Composite shooting Shutter Speed Aperture Value Photo Gallery mode 26 27 28 28 30 31 32 32 33 33 34 34 35 36 36 37 38 38 39 39 40 41 41 Starting play mode Playing back a still image Playing back a movie clip Movie clip capture function On camera movie trimming Playing back a recorded voice Playing back a recorded voice memo LCD monitor indicator the camera Play mode button BACK button Thumbnail / Enlargement button Starting the slide show Protecting images Deleting images DPOF DPOF : STANDARD DPOF : Print size DPOF : Index Rotating an image Resize Trimming 46 46 47 47 47 47 48 49 50 50 51 51 52 52 53 54 44 44 44 45 45 45 Setup menu OSD set File name Language Setting up the Date / Time / Date type Imprinting the recording date LCD brightness Auto Focus lamp Auto power off Quick view Start up image Sound Volume Operation Sound Start up sound Shutter sound Formatting a memory Delete All Copy To Card Selecting Video out type 58 60 60 61 61 61 61 62 62 62 62 63 63 63 63 63 64 64 65 Software Notes System Requirements About the software Setting up the application software Starting PC mode Removing the removable disk Using the USB Driver for MAC Removing the USB Driver for Windows 98SE Digimax Master Digimax Biz Reader FAQ 78 79 81 84 72 72 72 73 75 77 78 PLAY Effect Motion GIF Red eye fix PictBridge 54 55 55 56 Initialisation Important notes Warning indicator Specifications 65 66 67 70 Before contacting a service centre 68 SETUP SOFTWARE Using the camera buttons to adjust Setting up the USB Driver for MAC 78 4 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 > Computer (see p.75) Camera case User manual, Product warranty Camera strap Software CD (see p.72) PictBridge compatible printer (see p.56) SD/SDHC memory card/ MMC (see p.14) Rechargeable battery (SLB-1137D) AC adapter (SAC-45) / USB cable (SUC-C2) DPOF compatible printer (see p.50) AV cable Remote control External monitor (see p.65) 5 Identification of features Front & Top Mode dial Shutter button Power button Built-in flash Self-timer lamp Remote control sensor Auto focus lamp Lens/ Lens cover Microphone Instructions for the Built-in flash - The flash opens automatically when you press the shutter button down half way. - Do not open the flash by force. It may break the camera. - Close the flash when you are not using it to prevent breakage. 6 Identification of features Back & Bottom Camera status lamp Zoom W button (Thumbnail) Zoom T button (Digital zoom) LCD monitor Smart button Eyelet for camera strap Smart button BACK button / FR button Play mode button Tripod socket USB / AV connection terminal 7 Identification of features Bottom Battery chamber cover Battery chamber Blinking Self-timer lamp Icon Status Description - For the first 7 seconds, the lamp blinks at 1 second intervals. - For the final 3 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at 0.25second intervals. For 2 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at 0.25-second intervals before taking a picture A picture will be taken after about 10 seconds and 2 seconds later a second picture will be taken. Pressing the remote control shutter button will allow an interval of 2 seconds before the image is taken. Blinking Blinking Battery holder Memory card slot Camera Status Lamp Battery cover lever Status After taking a picture Blinking Description The lamp blinks while saving the image and then turns off when ready to take another picture The lamp lights up (LCD monitor turns off after initializing the device) While voice memo recording The lamp blinks When the USB cable is inserted to a PC When the USB cable is connected to a printer When the printer is printing To open the battery chamber cover, slide it in the direction shown above. When the AF activates Transmitting Data with a PC The lamp turns on (LCD monitor turns off) The lamp is off The lamp blinks The lamp lights (The subject is in focus) The lamp blinks (The subject is not in focus) 8 Identification of features Mode dial You can select the desired working mode by using the mode dial located on the top of the camera. ASR mode Advanced Shake Reduction (ASR) mode. This mode will reduce camera shake and help you get a clearer image. AUTO mode Select this mode for quick and easy picture taking with minimal user interaction. SPECIAL EFFECT mode It is possible to add special effects to your images by using this mode. PROGRAM mode Selecting the program mode will configure the camera with optimal settings. You can still manually configure all functions except the aperture value and shutter speed. SCENE mode ASM mode You ca ...