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  • Samsung A400 | User Manual - Page 1
    ENGLISH User's 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.
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    Instructions Use this camera in the following order 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 the Application S/W CD-ROM.(p.91) Take a picture Take a picture (p.19)
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    know your camera 5 About the icons 5 Danger 6 Warning 6 Caution 7 An FCC warning 7 System chart 8 Identification of features 10 Front & Top 10 Back & Bottom 10 Side / 5-function button 11 Mode switch 11 Instructions on how to use the power source 13 Using the batteries 13
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    Warning indicator 83 Rotating an image 57 Before contacting a service centre 84 Resize 58 Specifications 87 Protecting images 59 Deleting USB Driver for MAC 105 Using the USB Driver for MAC 105 SETUP Digimax Viewer 2.1 106 Using PhotoImpression 107 Setup menu 69 Digimax Reader
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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 Batteries, Memory card etc.) to the A/S centre
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    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
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    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
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    equipment, contact your nearest Samsung dealer or Samsung service centre. < Included items > User manual Product warranty Pouch Camera strap Software CD (see p.90) DPOF compatible printer(see p.60) SD memory card (see p.15) Rechargeable battery Rechargeable battery AA Alkaline (SNB-2312
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    space USB port CD-ROM drive QuickTime 6.01 or later for Movie Clip External monitor Yellow cable - Video (see p.77) CAUTION When you connect the camera to a computer, printer or external monitor, you have to use the USB/ Video cable supplied with the
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    of features Front & Top Mode switch Shutter button Flash Mirror for self portrait Power button Microphone Self-timer lamp Lens Back & Bottom Camera status lamp LCD monitor USB connection port Video connection terminal 10 Tripod socket Play mode button Zoom W button (Thumbnail) Zoom
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    Memory card slot Battery chamber Voice memo/ UP button FLASH/ LEFT button SELF-TIMER/ RIGHT button MENU/ OK button MACRO/ PLAY&PAUSE/ DOWN button Mode switch You can select the desired working mode by using the mode switch located on the top of the camera. This digital camera has 3 recording
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    at 0.25-second intervals. A picture will be taken after about 10 seconds and 2 seconds later a Blinking second picture will be taken. Camera Status Lamp Status Power on After taking a picture While movie recording While voice recording When the USB cable is inserted Transmitting Data Description
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    Instructions on how to use the power source You can use batteries only to provide the camera with power. Using the batteries We recommend using batteries for a digital camera (Within a year from the date of manufacture). The batteries are listed below. Non rechargeable batteries : AA type - Alkaline
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    Connecting to a Power Source Using the batteries : 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
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    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 card is removed while recording, deleting (formatting) or reading. Samsung cannot be held responsible for lost data. It is advisable
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    Instructions on how to use the memory card INFORMATION If you open the battery chamber cover when the camera power is turned on, the power will turn off automatically. Don't remove the memory card when the camera status lamp(Green) is blinking as this may cause damage to data in the memory card.
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    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
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    . [ Image & Full Status ] No. Description 1 Battery Icons 2 Recording mode 3 Continuous shot 4 Flash 5 timer 6 Macro 7 Metering 8 Card inserted indicator 9 Auto focus frame 10 Camera shake warning 11 Date/ Time 12 Exposure compensation 13 White Balance 18 2004/
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    20 Optical zoom/ Digital Zoom rate Starting the recording mode If the memory card is inserted in the camera, all the camera functions apply only the camera, all the camera functions apply only to the internal memory. Recording a Movie clip 1. Insert the batteries (p.14). Insert the batteries
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    Steps from 1-4 are the same as those for recording a movie clip. 5. Select the STILL IMAGE( ) mode by sliding the mode switch. 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. INFORMATION [ STILL IMAGE
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    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 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
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    Camera status lamp : ON ) automatically. To use the camera again, press any of the camera buttons except the power button. If there is no operation during the specified time after the idle mode, the camera power will be turned off automatically to save battery the camera has finished storing the image
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    appears at its furthest from the camera. Pressing the ZOOM W button Pressing the ZOOM W button [TELE zoom] [Optical zoom 2X] [WIDE zoom] Digital zoom WIDE : When the digital zoom is in operation, pressing the ZOOM W button will reduce the digital zooming in steps. Optical zoom Releasing
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    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. You may notice a decrease in image quality when using the digital zoom. When the maximum(2.8X) optical zoom
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    . In the middle of the sound recording, pressing the shutter button will stop the voice memo. INFORMATION A distance of 40cm between you and the camera (microphone) is the best distance to record sound. Macro( ) / Down button (Focusing) While the menu is showing, press the DOWN button to move from
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    button halfway. When the green auto focus frame lights up, it means the camera is focused on the subject. Be careful not to press the SHUTTER button all 3. With the SHUTTER button still pressed down only halfway, move the camera to recompose your picture as desired, and then press the SHUTTER button
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    : m TELE 0.3m ~ 2.0m INFORMATION Using the flash frequently will reduce the life of the batteries. Under normal operating conditions the charging time for the flash is normally within 7 seconds. If the batteries are weak, the charging time will be longer. During the continuous shot, movie clip mode
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    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. Flash off The flash does not fire. Select this mode when capturing images in a place
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    picture will be taken after the specified time has elapsed. INFORMATION When taking a picture using the self-timer, the self-timer lamp works as follows: 2 second self-timer setting : The self-timer lamp blinks at 0.25 second intervals for 2 seconds. 10 second self-timer setting : The self-timer
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    monitor in the following circumstances: - When another button is being operated. - While image data is being processed. (When the camera status lamp blinks) - When there is no battery capacity. When the menu is showing on the LCD monitor, it is not possible to operate the shutter button i.e. capture
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    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
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    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
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    the exposure and the LCD monitor will appear white or you may not get good pictures. Setting up the shutter speed and aperture value : This camera automatically adjusts the shutter speed and aperture values to the shooting environment. However, in Night scene mode, you can set the shutter speed and
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    button Pressing the LCD button [ Image & full information ] [ Image & basic information ] Pressing the LCD button [ LCD off ] If the LCD monitor is turned off, the camera status lamp will light up. 34
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    button is being operated. - While image data is being processed. - When there is no battery capacity. When the menu is showing on the LCD monitor, it is not possible to operate (E) 640X480 320X240 S.FINE FINE NORMAL 15FPS 24FPS MULTI SPOT Camera working mode Page p.37 p.38 p.39 p.40 35
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    settings Menu tab Main menu SHOOTING EFFECT P.FRAME SHARPNESS MYSET Sub menu Camera working mode SINGLE 2, 4, 8 SHOTS NORMAL B&W SEPIA RGB OFF 1 ~ 9 SOFT NORMAL VIVID CANCEL LOAD MYSET1,2,3 SAVE MYSET1,2,3 Page p.40 p.41 p.42 p.43 p.44 * Menus are subject
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    Image mode. AUTO : Use this for shooting basic still images. PROGRAM : 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. SCENE : Use the menu to easily configure optimal 2048
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    Size You can select the image size appropriate for your application. Mode Icon Size STILL IMAGE mode MOVIE CLIP mode 2272 2048 1600 1024 640 640 320 2272X1704 2048X1536 1600X1200 1024X768 640X480 640X480 320X240 2048 SIZE 2272X1704 P 1600X1200 640X480 [ STILL IMAGE mode ] 2048
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    and NORMAL is the lowest setting. Choose the setting appropriate for your needs. This file format complies with the DCF(Design rule for Camera File system). JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) : JPEG is the image compression standard developed by the Joint Photographic Experts Group. This type
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    Metering If you cannot obtain suitable exposure conditions, you can change the metering method to take brighter pictures. MULTI( SPOT( ) : Exposure will be calculated based on an average of the available light in the image area. However, the calculation will 2272 2048 NOR METERING be biased
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    Effect By using the camera's digital processor, it is possible to add special effects to your images. 2048 EFFECT NORMAL NOR B&W SEPIA RGB [ PROGRAM mode ] 320 2F01P45S8 EFFECT NORMAL NOR B&W SEPIA
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    to pictures in Quick View or Play mode. - If you select the [OFF] sub menu in the [P.FRAME] menu or turn on and off the camera in the PROGRAM mode, the selected photo frame will be cancelled. - Available photo frames are as follows: 2N0O4R8 P.FRAME FRAME OFF [ PROGRAM mode ] [ Lightly press
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    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. NOR 2048 SHARPNESS SOFT NORMAL VIVID [ PROGRAM mode ]
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    the UP/DOWN buttons to select desired MYSET 2048 MYSET LOAD SAVE CANCEL MYSET slot number to load. 4. Press the OK button to set the camera configuration as MOVE: CHANGE: saved in the MYSET slot. [ PROGRAM mode ] * The current MYSET slot number is displayed in the top left of the LCD
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    to switch to Play mode and press it again to switch to Recording mode. You can set up the PLAY mode function by using the camera buttons and LCD monitor. Playing back a still image 1. Select the PLAY mode by pressing the play mode button ( ). 2. The last image stored on the memory
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    your PC (See p.99). Your PC must have a sound card and speakers installed. Please be sure to install the camera driver before connecting the camera to your PC. 1. Connect the camera to your PC. 2. Open Windows Explorer and open the DICM/100SSCAM folder of the Removable Drive. 3. Select a voice file
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    LCD monitor indicator The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting conditions. 100-0009 No. Description 1 Battery 2 Play mode 3 File Type 4 Voice memo 5 Protect indicator 6 DPOF indicator 7 Stored image number Icon 100-0009 Page p.14 p.49 p.59 p.60 If you press the
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    In Play mode, you can use the buttons on the camera to conveniently set up the Play mode functions. Thumbnail( ) / Enlargement( ) button You can view multiple pictures, enlarge a selected picture, and crop and save a selected area
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    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. STANDBY START:SHUTTER 49
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    the LCD monitor after voice memo recording has finished. - Voice memos can't be recorded onto movie clip files. - A distance of 40cm between you and the camera (microphone) is the best distance to record sound. - The voice memo will be saved in *.wav format, but has the same file name as the
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    LEFT/ RIGHT/ MENU/ OK button LEFT / RIGHT/ MENU/ OK buttons activate the following. - LEFT button : While the menu is showing, press the LEFT button to select the menu tab to the left of the cursor. - RIGHT button : While the menu is showing, press the RIGHT button to select the menu tab to the
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    press the OK button. If [DELETE] is selected : deletes the selected images. If [CANCEL] is selected : cancels "Delete Image" INFORMATION Before deleting images from the camera, you should protect or download images to your computer that you wish to keep. 52
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    2048X1536 1600X1200 1024X768 640X480 LOGO ONE PIC ALL PICS NO YES STANDARD INDEX SIZE CANCEL NO YES Secondary menu 1, 3, 5, 10SEC OFF / ON Page p.56 UNLOCK / LOCK UNLOCK / LOCK ONE PIC/ ALL PICS NO/ YES DEFAULT/3X5/4X6/5X7/8X10 STANDARD/INDEX/SIZE - p.57 p.58 p.59 p.60 p.60 ~ p.62 p.63 53
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    Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor 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. Menu tab Main menu IMAGES PRINT DPOF PRINT AUTO SET CUSTOM SET Sub menu ONE PIC
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    Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor Menu tab Main menu Sub menu TYPE CUSTOM SET QUALITY DATE FILE NAME NO RESET YES Menus are subject to change without prior notice. Secondary menu AUTO PLAIN PHOTO FAST PHO. AUTO DRAFT NORMAL FINE AUTO OFF ON AUTO OFF ON - Page p.67 p.68
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    Starting the slide show Images can be displayed continuously at pre-set intervals. You can view the slide show by connecting the camera to an external monitor. 1. Press the play mode button and press the menu button. 2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [SLIDE] menu tab.
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    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. 2048 ROTATE RIGHT 90 LEFT 90 180 EXIT :
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    Resize Change the resolution (size) of pictures taken. Select [LOGO] 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
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    ] : All of the stored images are protected or unprotected. 4. Select the desired secondary menu by pressing the UP/DOWN button and press the OK button. [UNLOCK] : Cancels the protect function. [LOCK] : Sets up the protect function. - If you select the[ONE PIC] sub menu at step 3, you can protect or
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    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 selected : press the OK button and images are not deleted. DPOF DPOF(Digital Print Order Format) allows you to embed printing information on your memory card
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    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. 3. Select the [STANDARD] menu by pressing the UP/ DOWN button and press the RIGHT
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    4X6, 5X7, 8X10 * The [DEFAULT] print size varies depending on the printer manufacturer. For your printer's default value, please refer to the user's guide that came with your printer. DPOF : CANCEL You can cancel the [STANDARD], [INDEX], or [SIZE] settings. Cancel the setting to reset the value
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    will return to the playback mode. Please be sure to delete any unnecessary images to free up space before inserting the memory card into the camera. When you move the images that are stored in the internal memory by doing [COPY TO CARD] to the card, 101SSCAM folder will be created
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    can use the USB cable to connect this camera to a printer that supports PictBridge (sold separately) and print the the printer to connect the camera to the printer. If you selected [COMPUTER] in Step 5, when you connect the camera to your printer, the camera status lamp(Green) will illuminate and
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    your printer. The USB menu must be set to [PRINTER] before you connect the camera to the printer.(See p.64) IMAGES 2. The [IMAGES] menu will appear. 3. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the desired ONE PIC ALL PICS
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    print the files with DPOF information. 1. Connect the camera to your printer. The [USB] menu must be set to [PRINTER] before you connect the camera to the printer.(See p.64) 2. Use the LEFT be available. With a printer without supporting the DPOF, the menu is still displayed but not available. 66
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    to [PRINTER] before you connect the camera to the printer.(See p.64) AUTO pictures. 1. Connect the camera to your printer. The [USB] menu must be set to [PRINTER] before you connect the camera to the printer.(See p.64 are not supported in all manufacturer and printer models. If the setting values are
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    your printer. The [USB] menu must be set to [PRINTER] before you connect the camera to the printer.(See p.64) 2. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to select the [RESET] depending on the printer manufacturer. For your printer's default setting, refer to the user's guide that came with your printer. 68
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    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. Menu tab Main menu FILE PWR SAVE Sub menu RESET SERIES OFF, 1, 3, 5, 7, 10MIN
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    Setup menu Menu tab Main menu USB VIDEO Q.VIEW RESET Sub menu COMPUTER PRINTER NTSC PAL OFF, 1, 2, 3SEC NO YES * Menus are subject to change without prior notice. Secondary menu Page p.76 p.77 p.78 p.78 File name This function allows the user to select the file naming format. Assigning File
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    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
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    Language There is a choice of languages that can be displayed on the LCD monitor. Even if the batteries are removed and inserted again, the language setting will be preserved. Setting Language 1. In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode, press the
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    types of memory card. - A new memory card, or an unformatted memory card. - A memory card that has a file this camera can t recognize or one that has been taken from another camera. Always format the memory card using this camera. If you insert a memory card that has been formatted using other
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    Setting up the Date You can change the date that will be displayed on the captured images. Setting Date 1. In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode, press the MENU button. 2048 2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [SETUP] SETUP menu tab. 3. Select the [DATE] menu by
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    Date type You can change the date type that will be displayed on the captured images. Setting up the Date type 1. In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode, press the MENU button. 2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [SETUP] menu tab. 3. Select the [DATE TYPE] menu by
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    if you want to connect the camera to your PC. Refer to page 99 for instructions on how to connect the camera to your PC. [PRINTER] : Select this if you want to connect the camera to your printer. Refer to page 64 for instructions on how to connect the camera to your printer. 5. Press the menu
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    type of device (monitor or TV, etc.) to which the camera is connected. PAL mode can support only BDGHI. Setting the Video Out Type 1. In any mode need to select the external or AV channel of the TV. There will be a digital noise on the external monitor, but it is not a malfunction. If the image
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    function settings will be restored to their default values. However, values for DATE/TIME, LANGUAGE, and VIDEO OUT will not be changed. Initializing the Camera 1. In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode, press the MENU button. 2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the [SETUP
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    change without prior notice. Page p.79 p.80 Start up image You can select the image that is first displayed on the LCD monitor whenever the camera is turned on. Setting a Startup Image 1. In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode, press the MENU button. 2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT
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    You can select the sound that is activated whenever the camera is turned on. Setting the Startup Sound 1. In Start up sound will not be activated whenever the camera is turned on. If [ON] is selected : Start up sound will be activated whenever the camera is turned on. 5. Press the menu button
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    permanently render the unit unusable. Extremes in temperature may cause problems. - If the camera is transferred from a cold to a warm and humid environment . If the digital camera is not used for a long period, an electric discharge can occur. It is a good idea to remove the batteries and the memory
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    lens and LCD assemblies. If this does not work, lens-cleaning paper with lens cleaning fluid can be used. Clean the camera body with a soft cloth. Do not allow this camera to come into contact with solvent materials such as benzol, insecticide, thinners etc. This may damage the body shell of the
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    again Insert the memory card and format the memory card (p.73) MEMORY ERROR! Internal memory error Turn off the camera power and turn it on again Format the memory with the memory card removed. (p.73) NO CARD ! ! File error Format the memory card Memory card error Contact a camera service centre 83
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    printing pages in the PictBridge menu. Select printing page within the limitation. Before contacting a service centre Please check the following The camera doesn't switch on There is low battery capacity Insert fresh batteries Batteries are inserted incorrectly with the reverse polarities Insert the
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    camera's power is off Turn the camera power on The batteries are exhausted Insert fresh batteries Batteries are inserted incorrectly with the reverse polarities Insert the batteries according to the polarity marks (+, -) The camera The camera mode can't use the flash Refer to the FLASH instruction
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    Before contacting a service centre The images camera is off Turn the camera on The operating system is not Windows 98, 98SE, 2000, ME, XP/ Mac OS 9.0 ~ 10.2. Alternatively the PC does not support USB Install Windows 98, 98SE, 2000, ME, XP/ Mac OS 9.0 ~ 10.2 to PC that supports USB The camera driver
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    Specifications Image Sensor Type Effective Pixels Total Pixels Focal Length Lens F No. Digital Zoom LCD Monitor Focusing Type Range Shutter Type Speed Control Exposure Compensation ISO Equivalent Modes Flash Range Recharging time Sharpness Effect White Balance Photo Frame
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    ( SBP-1303) * Included power source may vary depending on sales region. 109 x 56.5 x 34mm Approx. 140g (without batteries and card) 0 ~ 40°C 5 ~ 85% Storage Driver (Windows98/ 98SE) Arcsoft PhotoImpression, Digimax Viewer, Digimax Reader * Specifications are subject to change without prior notice
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    Notes Please ensure that you read the instruction manual carefully before use. The attached software is a camera driver and image editing software tool for Windows. Under no circumstances should all or part of either the software or the user manual be reproduced. Copyrights for software are licensed
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    PC, you should first install the camera driver. Figures (Images) used for the manual are based on model Digimax A400. 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
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    done, the stored images in the camera can be moved to the PC Samsung web-site through the internet. http://www.samsungcamera.com : English http://www.samsungcamera.co.kr : Korean 1. Click the [Install] menu in the Autorun frame. The camera driver is installed automatically. [Click!] 2. Camera driver
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    application program. [Click!] INFORMATION If you select [Exit] at the step 3, the application program installation will be cancelled. 4. Install Digimax Viewer. Click [Next >] button. [Click!] INFORMATION If you select [Cancel] at step 4, a window for installing PhotoImpression will be displayed
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    button. If you want to add the program icons to a different folder, choose another folder, and then click [Next >] button. [Click!] 8. Digimax Viewer installation is successfully completed. Click the [Finish] button to install PhotoImpression. The system will not reboot even the [Yes, I want to
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    Setting up the application software 11. 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 cancelled. 12. A destination selection window will open.
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    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 cancelled and the Restart window will appear. [Click!] 17. A window
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    Setting up the application software 18. 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 cancelled. [Click!] 19. A destination selection window will
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    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. 23. If you can see [Removable Disk] under [My computer], the camera driver installation was successful. Now you can transfer image files from the
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    . 1. Delete the camera driver (p.102), and re-install the driver. 2. Refer to FAQ (p.110) to check for a possible solution to the problem. 3. If your PC's 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
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    , and then follow the procedure from Step 3 and onward. Disconnecting the camera and PC : Refer to page 104(Removing the removable disk). INFORMATION The camera driver must be installed before using PC mode. When you connect the camera to a computer, you have to use the USB cable supplied with the
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    to your PC's hard disk and print them or use a photo editing software to edit them. 1. Connect the camera to your PC with the USB cable. 2. On your computer's desktop display, select [My computer] and double click [Removable Disk DCIM 100SSCAM]. The image files
  • Samsung A400 | User Manual - Page 101
    Starting PC Mode 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. 101
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    Removing the USB Driver for Windows 98SE To remove the USB driver, refer to the process shown below. 1. Select [Start Settings] and click [Control Panel]. 2. Double-click [Add/ Remove programs]. 3. The [Add/Remove Programs Properties] window will open. Click [Digimax A400] and click the [Add/
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    Removable Disk, install (p.91) the USB Driver. 1. Before turning the camera power on, connect the camera to the PC with the USB cable. The camera status 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
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    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 camera status lamp blinks, you have to wait until the lamp illuminates. 2. Double-click the [Unplug or Eject Hardware] icon on the task bar. [Double-click
  • Samsung A400 | User Manual - Page 105
    and the removable disk will be removed safely. 7. Unplug the USB cable. [Click!] 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
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    Viewer, click the [Start Programs Samsung Digimax Viewer 2.1 Digimax Viewer 2.1 ] and Digimax Viewer 2.1 will then open. 2. If the [Auto Launch] option is selected, this program will be executed automatically with recognizing the camera. 3. You can easily use the Digimax viewer 2.1 program as it
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    You can use PhotoImpression to perform the following tasks. Command Button Button Description Imports a picture from an album, a source folder, or the camera/scanner, or captures screen shots of what is being viewed on the current monitor. Selects Cut, Resize, Edit Image, Insert Text, Enhance
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    Layer Button Description Rotate Layer Rotate All Layers Redo Paste Close Picture INFORMATION For detailed instructions on how to use PhotoImpression, please refer to the program's Help. Digimax Reader Digimax Reader is a Text recognition program. You can save an image file that is captured in
  • Samsung A400 | User Manual - Page 109
    see page 99 ~ 101 for details on Connecting a camera and PC, Downloading images. 2. Run the Digimax Reader. 3. Click the Open( ) icon as shown alongside. 4. Select the image you want to save as a text file. * Only an image that was taken with SAMSUNG camera can be opened. 5. Click the Area Analysis
  • Samsung A400 | User Manual - Page 110
    . Refer to the [Help] menu in Digimax Reader for further information. FAQ Please check the following if the USB connection malfunctions. [Case 1] The camera power is off. Turn the camera power on. [Case 2] USB Driver is not installed correctly. Install the USB Driver correctly. Refer to page 91
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    is "not working properly", click the "Driver" tab and then click [Update Driver] or [Reinstall Driver]. When all the conditions mentioned above are met, the computer can support the USB interface. When using the USB hub. There may be a problem in connecting the camera to the PC through the USB
  • Samsung A400 | User Manual - Page 112
    codec onto your PC, the movie clip may not play back on the PC. 1. Check whether the JPEG Decoder provided with the camera is installed. If you didn't install the camera driver, please install the JPEGCODE included in the application S/W CD-ROM. If not, the movie clip may not play back on the
  • Samsung A400 | User Manual - Page 113
    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. 113
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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.
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