Samsung Digimax U Ca5 Users Manual
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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. ENGLISH Users Manual Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals
2 Instructions Use this camera in the following order Insert the USB cable Set up the camera driverBefore 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.107) Take a picture (p.23) * When taking a picture, you should use the rechargeable battery supplied with the camera. Insert the supplied USB cable into the PC’s USB port and the camera’s USB connection terminal. (p.117) Check the camera’s power. If the power is turned off, press the camera button to turn it on. (p.27) Take a picture Check the camera’s power Check [Removable Disk] Open Windows EXPLORER and search for [Removable Disk]. (p.118) If you use a card reader to copy the images on the memory card to your PC, the images could be damaged. When transferring the images taken with the camera to your PC, be sure to use the supplied USB cable to connect the camera to your PC. Please note that the manufacturer holds no responsibility for loss or damage of images on the memory card due to the use of a card reader. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals
3 Contents Getting to know your camera5 About the icons5 Danger6 Warning6 Caution7 System chart8 Identification of features10 Front & Top10 Back & Bottom10 Side/ 5-function button11 Cradle11 Movie clip mode12 Voice recording mode12 Still image mode12 Function lamp & Self-timer lamp13 Mode icons13 Connecting to a Power Source14 Using the SAC-4114 Using the batteries17 Removing the battery17 Instructions on how to use the memory card18 Maintenance of the memory card18 Preserving the memory card data18 Inserting the memory card20 Removing the memory card20 When Using the Camera for the First Time21 LCD monitor indicator22 Starting the recording mode23 Recording a Movie clip23 Pausing while recording a movie clip24 Recording Voice25 Recording a still image25 Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures 26 Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera 27 POWER button27 SHUTTER button27 ZOOM W/T button27 Voice memo/ UP button29 Macro / Down button30 Focus lock31 Flash/ Left button32 Self-timer/ Remote/ Right button35 MENU/ OK button37 M button38 +/- button39 LCD button43 Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settings 44 How to use the menu46 Mode46 Size47 Quality48 Metering49 Continuous shot49 Sharpness50 Effect50 Special Effect51 Special Effect : Preset focus frames51 Special Effect : Composite shooting52 Special Effect : Photo Frame53 Movie clip frame stabiliser54 Starting play mode55 Playing back a still image55 Playing back a movie clip56 RECORDING PLAY READY Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals
4 Contents Movie clip capture function56 On camera movie trimming57 Playing back a recorded voice58 LCD monitor indicator59 Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera 60 Thumbnail / Enlargement button 60 Voice memo / Up button61 Play & Pause/ Down button62 Left/ Right/ Menu/ OK button63 LCD button 63 Album button (M button)64 Delete button67 Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor 68 Starting the slide show71 Protecting images72 Deleting images73 Resize74 Rotating an image75 DPOF 75 DPOF : Standard76 DPOF : Index76 DPOF : Print size77 PictBridge78 PictBridge : Picture Selection79 PictBridge : Print Setting80 PictBridge : Printing81 PictBridge : Reset82 Setup menu83 File name84 Auto power off85 Language 86 Formatting a memory card86 Setting up the Date/ Time/ Date type87 Imprinting the recording date87 Sound 88 Connecting an External Device (USB) 88 Function lamp89 Auto Focus lamp90 LCD brightness90 Selecting Video out type91 Quick view93 Initialisation93 Setting up the Mycam menu94 Start up image94 Start up sound95 Shutter sound95 Important notes96 Warning indicator98 Before contacting a service centre99 Specifications102 Software Notes104 System Requirements104 About the software105 Setting up the application software107 Starting PC Mode117 Removing the USB Driver for Windows 98SE 120 Removable Disk121 Removing the removable disk122 Setting up the USB Driver for MAC123 Using the USB Driver for MAC123 Digimax Viewer 2.1124 Digimax Reader125 Using PhotoImpression127 FAQ129 SETUP SOFTWARE Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals
5 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. Please check that the camera is operating properly prior to when you intend to use it (e.g. for a trip or an important event) to avoid disappointment. Samsung camera takes no responsibility for any loss or damages that may result from camera malfunction. Keep the manual in a safe place. Microsoft, Windows and Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. All brand and product names appearing in this manual are registered trademarks of their respective companies. This manual contains instructions on using this camera that will help you to use this camera safely and correctly. This will help prevent danger and injury to others. About the icons DANGER DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in a minor or moderate injury. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals
6 Danger Do not attempt to modify this camera in any way. This may result in fire, injury, electric shock or severe damage to you or your camera. Internal inspection, maintenance and repairs should be carried out by your dealer or Samsung Camera Service centre. Please do not use this product in close proximity to flammable or explosive gases, as this could increase the risk of explosion. Should any form of liquid or a foreign object enter the camera, do not use it. Switch off the camera, and then disconnect the power source (batteries or AC Power Adapter). You must contact your dealer or Samsung Camera Service centre. Do not continue to use the camera as this may cause a fire or electric shock. Do not insert or drop metallic or inflammable foreign objects into the camera through access points e.g. the memory card slot and battery chamber. This may cause a fire or electric shock. Do not operate this camera with wet hands. This could pose a risk of electric shock. You should use the rechargeable battery supplied with the camera. Do not use the AC adapter and non rechargeable battery at the same time. It may cause an explosion. Do not use the flash in close proximity to people or animals. Positioning the flash too close to your subject’s eyes, may cause eyesight damage. When taking photographs, never point the lens of the camera directly into very strong light. This may result in permanent damage to your eyesight. For safety reasons keep this product and accessories out of reach of children or animals to prevent accidents e.g.: Swallowing batteries or small camera accessories. If an accident should occur, please consult a doctor immediately. There is the possibility of injury from the camera’s moving parts. Batteries and camera may become hot during prolonged use and it may result in camera malfunction. Should this be the case, allow the camera to sit idle for a few minutes to allow it time to cool. Do not recharge non rechargeable batteries. This may cause an explosion. Do not leave this camera in places subject to extremely high temperatures, such as a sealed vehicle, direct sunlight or other places of extreme variances in temperature. Exposure to extreme temperatures may adversely affect the camera s internal components and could cause a fire. When in use, do not cover the camera or AC Power Adapter. This may cause heat to build up and distort the camera body or cause a fire. Always use the camera and its accessories in a well-ventilated area. Warning Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals
7 Caution Leaking, overheating, or burst batteries could result in fire or injury. Use batteries with the correct specification for the camera. Do not short circuit, heat or dispose of batteries in fire. Do not insert the batteries with the reverse polarities. Remove the batteries when not planning to use the camera for a long period of time. Batteries may leak corrosive electrolyte and permanently damage the cameras components. Do not fire the flash while it is in contact with hands or objects. Do not touch the flash after using it continuously. It may cause burns. Do not move the camera while it is switched on, if you are using the AC Power Adapter. After use, always switch off the camera before unplugging the adapter from the wall socket. Then make sure that any connector cords or cables to other devices are disconnected before moving the camera. Failure to do so may damage the cords or cables and cause a fire or electric shock. An FCC warning This device has been tested in accordance with the limits of a class B digital device under item 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide protection against harmful interference in commercial installation. This equipment generates, absorbs and can emit radio frequency energy. If it is not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communication. There is however, no guarantee that interference will not occur in some situations. Should any interference occur when this device is in operation, please try one or more of the following measures. Change the location and direction of any aerial. Increase distance between the camera and the affected device. Use a different socket away from the affected device. Please contact a Samsung agent or a radio/TV engineer. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void users authority to operate the equipment. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals
8 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. PouchUser manual, Product warranty Camera strapRemote controlSoftware CD (see p.105, 106) SD memory card (see p.18) DPOF compatible printer (see p.75) Rechargeable battery (SLB-1137) Cradle SAC-41(for both Charger and AC adapter) AC cord < Included items > Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals
9 System chart PictBridge compatible printer(see p.78)Computer External monitor Yellow colour - Video White colour - Voice (see p.91) 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 colour display recommended) 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 QuickTime player DivX(for movie clip) System Requirements When you connect the camera to a computer, printer or external monitor, you have to use the USB/ AV cable supplied with the camera, or the external devices cant recognise the camera. CAUTION USB cable (for Cradle)USB cable (for Camera) AV cable (for Cradle)AV cable (for Camera) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals
10 Identification of features Front & Top Back & Bottom Flash Remote control sensor Lens Power button Auto Focus lamp Speaker Microphone Shutter button Mode switch LCD monitorLCD button Strap eyelet Zoom T button (Digital zoom) Zoom W button (Thumbnail) Play mode button Tripod socket DC/USB/AV connection terminal/ Cradle connector+/-, DELETE button M button (Album button) Function lamp & Self-timer lamp The play mode button is lower than other camera buttons to prevent the camera from unwanted power on and wasting the battery power. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals