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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.
    This manual is based on model Digimax S600.
    User’s Manual
    ENGLISH
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    Instructions Getting to know your camera
    ˆUse this camera in the following orderSet up the camera driver
    Take a picture
    Insert the USB cableCheck the camera’s powerCheck [Removable Disk]
    Before connecting the camera to a PC, via
    the USB cable, you will need to set up the
    camera driver. Install the camera driver
    that is contained in Application software
    CD-ROM. (p.66)
    Take a picture.  (p.14)
    Insert the supplied USB cable into the
    PC’s USB port and the camera’s USB
    connection terminal. (p.67)
    Check the camera’s power. If the power is
    turned off, press the camera button to turn
    it on. 
    Open WindowVs EXPLORER and search
    for [Removable Disk]. (p.68)
    ƒIf you use a card reader to copy the images on the memory card to your PC, the
    images could be damaged. When transferring the images taken with the camera
    to your PC, be sure to use the supplied USB cable to connect the camera to
    your PC. Please note that the manufacturer holds no responsibility for loss or
    damage of images on the memory card due to the use of a card reader.
    Thank you for buying a Samsung Digital Camera.
    ƒPrior to using this camera, please read the user manual thoroughly.
    ƒWhen 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.
    ƒPlease check that the camera is operating properly prior to when you intend to
    use it (e.g. for a trip or an important event) to avoid disappointment. Samsung
    camera takes no responsibility for any loss or damages that may result from
    camera malfunction.
    ƒKeep the manual in a safe place.
    ¬Microsoft, Windows and Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft
    Corporation incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.
    ¬All brand and product names appearing in this manual are registered trademarks
    of their respective companies.
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    Caution
    WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could
    result in death or serious injury.
    ˆDo 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.
    ˆFor 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.
    ˆBattery and camera may become hot during prolonged use and it may result in
    camera malfunction.  Should this be the case, allow the camera to sit idle for a few
    minutes to allow it time to cool.
    ˆDo 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.
    ˆWhen in use, do not cover the camera or Charger. This may cause heat to build up
    and distort the camera body or cause a fire. Always use the camera and its
    accessories in a well-ventilated area. DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result
    in death or serious injury.
    ˆDo not attempt to modify this camera in any way. This may result in fire, injury,
    electric shock or severe damage to you or your camera. Internal inspection,
    maintenance and repairs should be carried out by your dealer or Samsung Camera
    Service centre.
    ˆPlease do not use this product in close proximity to flammable or explosive gases,
    as this could increase the risk of explosion.
    ˆShould 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.
    ˆDo 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.
    ˆDo not operate this camera with wet hands. This could pose a risk of electric shock.
    CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may
    result in a minor or moderate injury.
    ˆLeaking, overheating, or burst 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. 
    ˆRemove the battery when not planning to use the camera for a long period of
    time. Battery may leak corrosive electrolyte and permanently damage the
    camera’s components.
    ˆDo 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.
    ˆDo not move the camera while it is switched on, if you are using the AC Charger.
    After use, always switch off the camera before unplugging the cable from the
    wall socket. Then make sure that any connector cords or cables to other devices
    are disconnected before moving the camera. Failure to do so may damage the
    cords or cables and cause a fire or electric shock.
    ˆTake care not to touch the lens or lens cover to avoid taking an unclear image
    and possibly causing camera malfunction.
    ˆAvoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image.
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    Contents
    READYƒSystem chart
    4
    ƒIdentification of features5
    ˆFront & Top5
    ˆBack & Bottom6
    ˆBottom / 5-function button7
    ˆCradle(Optional)7
    ˆSelf-timer lamp8
    ˆCamera Status Lamp8
    ˆMode icon8
    ƒConnecting to a Power Source8
    ˆUsing the batteries8
    ƒInserting the memory card9
    ƒ
    Instructions on how to use the memory card
    10
    ƒ
    When Using the Camera for the First Time
    12
    ƒLCD monitor indicator13
    ƒStarting the recording mode14
    ˆHow to use the AUTO mode14
    ˆ
    How to use the PROGRAM mode
    14
    ˆ
    How to use the MANUAL mode
    14
    ˆ
    How to use the MOVIE CLIP mode
    15
    ˆ
    Recording the movie clip without voice
    15
    ˆ
    Pausing while recording a movie clip
    15
    ˆNight / Portrait / Children mode16
    ˆHow to use the SCENE mode16
    ˆHow to use the VOICE
    RECORDING mode17
    ƒThings to Watch Out for When
    Taking Pictures17 
    ƒUsing the camera buttons to set 
    the camera18ˆPOWER button
    18
    ˆShutter button18
    ˆZOOM W / T button18
    ˆVoice recording / Voice memo / 
    UP button20
    ˆMacro / Down button20
    ˆFocus lock21
    ˆFlash / Left button21
    ˆSelf-timer / Right button23
    ˆMENU / OK button24
    ˆE (Effect) button24
    ˆSpecial Effect : Colour25
    ˆ
    Special Effect : Preset focus frames
    25
    ˆ
    Special Effect : Composite shooting
    26
    ˆSpecial Effect : Photo Frame28
    ˆ+ / - button28
    ƒUsing the LCD monitor to set the
    camera settings31
    ˆHow to use the menu31
    ˆSize32
    ˆQuality / Frame rate32
    ˆMetering33
    ˆContinuous shot33
    ˆSharpness34
    ˆOSD (On Screen Display)
    information34
    ƒStarting play mode35
    ˆPlaying back a still image35
    ˆPlaying back a movie clip35
    ˆHow to capture the movie clip35
    ˆPlaying back a recorded voice36
    ƒLCD  monitor Indicator36ƒUsing the camera buttons to set 
    the camera
    37
    ˆ
    Thumbnail / Enlargement button
    37
    ˆVoice memo / Up button38
    ˆPlay & Pause / Down button39
    ˆE (Effect) button39
    ˆDelete button40
    ˆPrinter button40
    ˆLeft / Right / Menu / OK button41
    ƒSetting up the play back function
    using the LCD monitor41
    ˆStarting the slide show43
    ˆProtecting images44
    ˆDeleting images45
    ˆResize45
    ˆRotating an image46
    ˆDPOF46
    ˆDPOF : Standard47
    ˆDPOF : Index47
    ˆDPOF : Print size48
    ˆCopy To Card48
    ˆOn Screen Display information49
    ˆPictBridge49
    ˆPictBridge : Picture Selection50
    ˆPictBridge : Print Setting50
    ˆPictBridge : Printing51
    ˆPictBridge : Reset52
    ƒSetup menu52
    ˆFile name53
    ˆAuto power off54
    ˆLanguage 54
    ˆFormatting a memory 55ˆ
    Setting up the Date / Time / Date type
    55
    ˆImprinting the recording date 55
    ˆSound 56
    ˆ
    Connecting an External Device (USB)
    56
    ˆAuto Focus lamp56
    ˆLCD brightness 56
    ˆSelecting Video out type57
    ˆQuick view 57
    ˆInitialisation 58
    ˆSelecting a battery type58
    ƒSetting up the Mycam menu58
    ˆStart up image58
    ˆStart up sound59
    ˆShutter sound59
    ƒImportant notes59
    ƒWarning indicator61
    ƒ
    Before contacting a service centre
    61
    ƒSpecifications63
    ƒSoftware Notes65
    ƒSystem Requirements65
    ƒAbout the software65
    ƒ
    Setting up the application software
    66
    ƒStarting PC mode67
    ƒRemoving the removable disk69
    ƒ
    Setting up the USB Driver for MAC
    70
    ƒUsing the USB Driver for MAC70
    ƒDigimax Master71
    ƒFAQ73
    PLAY
    SETUP
    SOFTWARE
    RECORDING
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    System chart
    Please check that you have the correct contents before using this product. The
    contents can vary depending on the sales region. To buy the optional equipment,
    contact your nearest Samsung dealer or Samsung service centre.
    Software CD 
    (see p.65) Camera strap User manual, 
    Product warranty Camera case
    Rechargeable battery(SNB-2512)AA Alkaline
    Batteries
    Rechargeable battery(SBP-2524)  Cradle 
    AC cord
    Charger(SBC-N1)
    External monitor
    (see p.57)For Windows
    ®Windows 98 / 98SE / 2000 / ME / XP
    ®PC with processor better than Pentium
    II 450MHz  (Pentium 700MHz or better
    is recommended)
    ®200MB of available hard-disk space 
    ®Minimum 64MB RAM
    ®1024x768 pixels, 16-bit colour display
    compatible monitor (24-bit colour
    display recommended)
    ®CD-ROM drive
    ®DirectX 9.0 or later
    ®USB port
    For Macintosh
    ®Power Mac G3 or later
    ®Mac OS 9.2 ~ 10.3
    ®Minimum 64MB RAM
    ®110MB of available hard-disk space
    ®USB port
    ®CD-ROM drive
    System Requirements
    When you connect the camera to a
    computer, printer or external monitor,
    you must to use the USB / AV cable
    supplied with the camera, or the
    external devices cant recognise the
    camera.CAUTION
    < Included items > 
    Computer 
    (see p.67)
    PictBridge compatible
    printer (see p.49)
    SD memory card/ MMC
    (see p.9)
    DPOF compatible
    printer (see p.46)
    USB cable
    AV cable
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    Identification of features
    Flash
    Self-timer lamp /
    Auto focus lampStrap eyelet Shutter buttonMode dial
    Power button
    Speaker
    Microphone Lens / Lens cover
    Front & Top
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    Identification of features
    Back & Bottom
    LCD monitor
    Tripod
    5 function button E (Effects) button
    Play mode / Printer button Zoom T button (Digital zoom) Camera status lamp
    Zoom W button (Thumbnail)+/- button, Delete buttonUSB / AV connection terminal
    Cradle connector
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    Identification of features
    Bottom / 5-function button
    Cradle (Optional)ˆYou can recharge your rechargeable battery (SBP-2524), transfer a captured
    image to print, and download images with the cradle. (Refer to page  49, 67~69)
    Camera
    connection
    terminal
    AC connection
    terminalUSB port /
    AV connection terminal
    Battery chamber
    Battery chamber cover
    Voice memo / Voice Recording / Up button
    Flash / 
    Left buttonMenu / OK button
    Self-timer / 
    Right button
    Macro / Down button
    Play & Pause button
    ƒTop
    ƒBack
    Memory card slot
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    Connecting to a Power Source
    Identification of features
    ˆSelf-timer lampIcon Status Description
    For the 2 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at 0.25-second
    intervals before taking a picture
    For the first 8 seconds, the lamp blinks at 1 second
    intervals.
    For the final 2 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at 0.25-second intervals.
    A picture will be taken after about 10 seconds and 2
    seconds later a second picture will be taken.
    Blinking Blinking Blinking
    ˆCamera Status LampˆMode icon  Refer to page 14~17 for more information about the camera mode
    setting.
    MODE AUTO
    PROGRAM
    MANUAL
    NIGHT
    PORTRAIT
    CHILDREN
    MOVIE PLAY
    Icon
    LANDSCAPE
    CLOSE UP
    SUNSET
    DAWN  
    BACKLIGHT
    FIREWORKS
    BEACH & SNOW
    IconMODESCENE
    Status Description
    The lamp turns on and off when the camera is ready to
    take a picture
    The lamp blinks while saving the image data and turnsoff when the camera is ready to take a picture
    While voice memo recording
    The lamp blinks
    While voice recording The lamp blinksTransmitting Data with a PC
    The lamp turns on (LCD monitor turns off)
    When the printer is printing
    The lamp blinksThe lamp turns on (The camera focus on the subject)The lamp blinks (The camera doesnt focus on the subject)
    After taking a pictureWhen the AF activatesWhen the USB cable is
    inserted to a printerThe lamp is off Power on
    ƒWe recommend using batteries for a digital camera (Within a year from the date
    of manufacture). The batteries are listed below.
    - Non rechargeable batteries : 2 X AA Alkaline (High Capacity) 
    - Rechargeable batteries  (Optional) : SNB-2512 (Ni-MH)
    SBP-2524 (Ni-MH)
    Using the batteries
    Model SBP-2524 SNB-2512Type Ni-MH Ni-MHCapacity 2,500mAh 2,500mAhVoltage 1.2V X 2 1.2V X 2
    Approximately 210 ~ 240Minutes 
    (Use for cradle) Charging time
    Approximately 240 Minutes(Use for SBC-N1)
    Included battery may vary depending on sales region.
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    Connecting to a Power Source
    Important information about battery usage
    ƒWhen the camera is not used, turn off the camera power.
    ƒPlease remove the battery if the camera will not be used for long periods. 
    Battery can lose power over time and are prone to leaking if kept inside the
    camera.
    ƒLow temperatures (below 0˚C) can affect the performance of the battery
    and you may experience reduced battery life.
    ƒBatteries will usually recover at normal temperatures.
    ƒDuring extended use of the camera, the camera body may become warm.
    This is perfectly normal.INFORMATION
    Inserting the memory card
    ˆInsert the battery as shown 
    - If the camera does not turn on after you
    have inserted battery, please check
    whether the battery is inserted with the
    correct polarity (+ / -).
    - When the battery chamber cover is opened,
    do not press the battery chamber cover by
    force. This may cause damage to the
    battery chamber cover. 
    Battery
    status Battery
    indicator
    The battery is
    fully charged
    Low battery capacity
    (Prepare to recharge 
    or use spare battery)Low battery capacity
    (Prepare to recharge
    or use spare battery)Low battery capacity
    (Prepare to recharge
    or use spare battery)
    ˆThere are 4 indicators for battery condition that are displayed on the LCD
    monitor.ˆInsert the memory card as shown. 
    - Turn off the camera’s power before
    inserting the memory card. 
    - Have the front of the memory card facing
    toward the front of the camera (lens) and
    the card pins toward the back of the camera
    (LCD monitor). 
    - Do not insert the memory card the wrong
    way round. Doing so may damage the
    memory card slot.
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