Samsung Digimax A4 User Manual

Thank you for buying a Samsung Camera.This manual will guide you through using the camera, including capturing images, downloading images andusing the

Identification of featuresFront & TopBack & BottomPower button Self-timer lampSpeakerLensMicrophoneMode switchShutter buttonFlash10Zoom W butt

100Removing the removable disk6. A [Unplug or Eject Hardware] window will open.Click the [Close] button and the removable diskwill be removed safely.7

101Digimax Viewer 2.1This software is only compatible with Windows.1. To open Digimax Viewer, click the [Start →Programs → Samsung → Digimax Viewer 2.

102Using PhotoImpressionWith PhotoImpression, you can edit or store still images that you downloaded from the camera.This software is only available i

103Using PhotoImpressionTool BarButton Description Button DescriptionResize LayerFlip Layer HorizontallyUndoCopyDelete LayerRotate LayerRotate All Lay

104FAQ[Case 4] The camera is not recognised by your PC. Sometimes, the camera may appear under [Unknown Devices] in DeviceManager.→ Install the camera

105FAQ[Case 9] When I open the Device Manager (by clicking Start → (Settings) → ControlPanel → (Performance and Maintenance) → System → (Hardware) → D

106FAQ2. Compatible problems with the codecs installed onto the PC. → If the movie clip doesn't play back after installing the JPEG Decoder, refe

107MEMO

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11Identification of featuresBattery chamber coverMemorycard slotStrap eyeletBatterychamberFLASH/LEFTbutton MENU/ OK buttonMACRO/ PLAY&PAUSE/ DOWN

12Identification of featuresSelf-timer lampStill image modeYou can select from AUTO( ), PROGRAM( ) orSCENE mode.In SCENE mode, you can

13Connecting to a Power SourceThere are two ways in which to provide the camera with power. You can use batteries oralternatively, you can use an AC(1

14Connecting to a Power SourceAlways turn off the power before taking the AC adapter out of the mains supply.As with all mains powered devices, safety

15Instructions on how to use the memory cardBe sure to format the memory card (see p.71) if you are using a newly purchased memory forthe first time,

16Instructions on how to use the memory cardIf you open the battery chamber cover when the camera power is turned on, the powerwill turn off automatic

17Inserting the memory card1. Turn off the camera’s power and pull the battery chambercover in the direction of the arrow to open.2. Have the front of

18LCD monitor indicatorThe LCD monitor displays information about the shooting functions and selections.[ Image & Full Status ]No. Description Ic

19LCD monitor indicator14 Sharpness p.4215 Image quality p.4016 Image size2272, 2048, 1600, 1024, 640p.39Number of available shots remaining11Remaini

2InstructionsUse this camera in the following orderInsert the USB cableSet up the camera driverBefore connecting the camera to a PC, via theUSB cable,

20Starting the recording modePausing while recording a movie clip (Successive Recording)This camera allows you to temporarily stop during unwanted sce

21Starting the recording modeRecording a still imageSteps from 1-4 are the same as those for recording amovie clip.5. Select the STILL IMAGE(

22Things to Watch Out for When Taking PicturesPressing the shutter button down half way Lightly press the shutter button to confirm focus. Press the s

23Using the camera buttons to adjust the cameraThe RECORDING mode function can be set up by using the camera buttons.POWER buttonUsed for turning the

24ZOOM W/ T buttonThis camera has a 3X optical zoom and a 4X digital zoom function. Using both will offer atotal zoom ratio of 12X.If you press the ma

25ZOOM W/ T buttonImages taken using the digital zoom may take a little longer for the camera to process.Allow time for this to take place.The digital

26Voice memo( ) / UP button3. Press the shutter button and take a picture. The picture is stored on the memory.4. Voice memo will be recorded for

27Macro( ) / Down button (Focusing)Available focusing method, by recording mode ( O : Selectable , X : Not selectable, ∞: Infinity focus range)Foc

28Flash( ) / Left buttonWhen the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the LEFT button makes the cursorshift to the left tab.When the men

29Flash( ) / Left buttonFlash mode indicatorIcon Flash mode Description If the subject or background is dark, the camera flash will operateautomat

Getting to know your camera 5About the icons 5Danger 6Warning 6Caution 7An FCC warning 7System chart 8Identification of features 10Front & Top 10B

30Self-timer( ) / Right buttonWhen the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the Right button makes the cursorshift to the right tab.When

31MENU/ OK button MENU button- When you press the MENU button, a menu related to each camera mode will be displayedon the LCD monitor. Pressing it aga

32+/- buttonYou can use the +/- button to adjust the values for the white balance, ISO and exposurecompensation.White balance : The white balance cont

33+/- buttonUsing the Custom White BalanceWhite balance settings may vary slightly depending on the shooting environment. You can select the most appr

34+/- buttonExposure compensation : This camera automatically adjusts the exposure according to the ambient lighting conditions. You can also select t

35LCD buttonYou can check the recording status in the LCD monitor.Pressing the LCD button in the RECORDING (STILLIMAGE, MOVIE CLIP) mode will change t

36Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settingsYou can use the menu on the LCD monitor to set up recording functions. In any mode withthe except

37Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settingsMenu tab Main menu Sub menuCamera working modePageMULTISPOTNORMALB & WSEPIASOFTNORMALVIVIDEFF

38ModeYou can select the desired Still Image mode.AUTO : Use this for shooting basic still images.PROGRAM : Selecting the automatic mode willconfigure

39SizeYou can select the image size appropriate for your application.Mode Icon 2272 2048 1600 1024 640 640 320 160Size2272X1704 2048X1536 1600X1200 10

4ContentsLCD monitor indicator 46Using the camera buttons to adjust thecamera 47Thumbnail / Enlargement button 47Voice memo / Up button 48Play &

40QualityYou can select the compression ratio appropriate for your application of the captured images.The higher the compression ratio, the lower the

41MeteringIf you cannot obtain suitable exposure conditions, you can change the metering method totake brighter pictures.MULTI ( ) : Exposure

42SharpnessYou can adjust the sharpness of the picture you want to take.You cannot check the sharpness effect on the LCD monitorbefore you take a pict

43Save / Load the camera configuration (MYSET)Use the MYSET mode to save frequently used camera settings (SAVE) and use it later(LOAD)Saving the camer

44Starting play modeIf the memory card is inserted in the camera, all the camera functions apply only to thememory card.If the memory card is not inse

45Starting play modePlaying back a movie clipSteps from 1-2 are the same as those to play back a stillimage.3. Select the recorded movie clip that you

46LCD monitor indicatorThe LCD monitor displays information about the shooting conditions.No. Description Icon Page 1 Battery p.142 Play mode3 File Ty

47Using the camera buttons to adjust the cameraIn Play mode, you can use the buttons on the camera to conveniently set up the Play modefunctions.You c

48Thumbnail( ) / Enlargement( ) button The maximum enlargement rate in proportion to the image size.Image size 2272 2048 1600 1024 640Maxim

49Voice ( ) memo / Up button3. Press the shutter button to start recording and voice willbe recorded to the still image for 10 seconds. While the

5Getting to know your cameraThank you for buying a Samsung Digital Camera.Prior to using this camera, please read the user manual thoroughly.When you

50LEFT/ RIGHT/ MENU/ OK buttonLEFT / RIGHT/ MENU/ OK buttons activate the following.- LEFT button : While the menu is showing, press the LEFT button t

51Delete( ) buttonThis deletes images stored on the memory card.Deleting Images in Play Mode1. Select an image that you want to delete by pressing

52Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitorPLAY mode functions can be changed by using the LCD monitor. In the PLAY mode,pressing the ME

53Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitorThis menu is available while the camera is connected to a PictBridge supporting printer(direc

54Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitorMenu tab Main menu Sub menu Secondary menu PageAUTOPLAINPHOTOFAST PHO.AUTODRAFTNORMALFINEAUTO

55Starting the slide showImages can be displayed continuously at pre-set intervals.1. Press the play mode button and press the menu button.2. Press th

56ResizeChange the resolution (size) of pictures taken. Select [LOGO] to save an image to be thestart-up image. The resized image will have a new fil

57Protecting imagesThis is used to protect specific shots from being accidentally erased (LOCK).It also unprotects images that have been previously pr

58Deleting all imagesOf all the files stored in the memory card, the unprotected files in the DCIM subfolder will bedeleted. Remember that this will p

59DPOF : STANDARDThis function allows you to embed print quantity information on a stored image.1. Press the play mode button and press the menu butto

6DangerDo not attempt to modify this camera in any way. This may result in fire, injury, electric shockor severe damage to you or your camera. Intern

60DPOF : PRINT SIZEYou can specify the print size when printing images stored on the memory card. The [SIZE] menu is available only for DPOF 1.1 compa

61COPY TO CARDThis enables you to copy image files to the memory card.Copying to the Memory Card1. Press the play mode button and press the menu butto

62PictBridgeYou can use the USB cable to connect this camera to a printer that supports PictBridge (soldseparately) and print the stored images direct

63PictBridge : Picture SelectionSelect pictures to print1. Connect the camera to your printer. The USB menu must be set to [PRINTER] before youconnect

64PictBridge : PrintingPrinting Pictures1. Connect the camera to your printer. The [USB] menu must be set to [PRINTER] before youconnect the camera to

65PictBridge : Print SettingAUTO SET1. Connect the camera to your printer. The [USB] menu must be set to [PRINTER] before youconnect the camera to the

66PictBridge : RESETInitialises user-changed configurations.1. Connect the camera to your printer. The [USB] menu must be set to [PRINTER] before youc

67Setup menuIn this mode, you can set up basic settings. You can use the setup menu in all cameramodes, except Voice Recording mode. The items

68Setup menuMenu tab Main menu Sub menu Secondary menu PageCOMPUTER -PRINTER -DARKLCD NORMAL - p.74BRIGHT -Q.VIEW OFF, 0.5, 1, 3SEC - p.75NO -YES -USB

69File nameAuto power offThis function switches the camera off after a set amount of time in order to preventunnecessary battery drainage.Setting Powe

7CautionLeaking, overheating, or burst batteries could result in fire or injury.Use batteries with the correct specification for the camera.Do not sho

70Language There is a choice of languages that can be displayed on the LCD monitor. Even if thebatteries or AC adapter are removed and inserted again,

71Formatting a memory cardThis is used for formatting the memory card. If you run [FORMAT] on the memory card, allimages, including the protected imag

72Setting up the Date/ TimeYou can change the date and time that will be displayed on the captured images.Setting Date/Time 1. In any mode with the ex

73Imprinting the recording dateThere is an option to include DATE/TIME on still images.Date Imprinting1. In any mode with the exception of Voice Recor

74Selecting an External Device (USB)You can select an external device to which you want to connect the camera using the USBcable.Selecting an External

75Quick viewIf you enable Quick View before capturing an image, you can view the image you justcaptured on the LCD monitor for the duration set in the

76Setting up the MYCAM menuYou can set up a start up image, start up sound and shutter sound. Every camera workingmode (with the exception of Voice re

77Shutter soundYou can select the shutter sound.You can select the sound that is activated whenever the camera is turned on.Setting the Startup Sound1

78Important notesBe sure to observe the following precautions!This unit contains precision electronic components. Do not use or store this unit in the

79Important notesIf the camera is exposed to an electronic interference, it will turn itself off to protect thememory card.Camera Maintenance- Use a s

8System chartPlease check that you have the correct contents before using this product. To buy the optionalequipment, contact your nearest Samsung dea

80Warning indicatorThere are several warnings that may appear on the LCD displayWarning indicator Causes Remedy- Turn off the camera power and turn it

81Before contacting a service centrePlease check the followingSymptom Causes Remedy- Insert fresh batteries- Connect an AC Power Adapter- Insert the b

82Before contacting a service centreSymptom Causes Remedy- A picture was taken within 0.8m from the subject withoutsetting an appropriate macromode- T

83Before contacting a service centreSymptom Causes Remedy- White balance setting isincorrect- Exposure is excessive- Cable connection is incorrect- Th

84SpecificationsType 1/2.7" CCDEffective Pixel Approx. 4.0 Mega-pixelTotal Pixel Approx. 4.2 Mega-pixelSHD Lens f = 5.8 ~ 17.4mm (35mm film equi

85SpecificationsStill Image : JPEG (DCF), DPOF 1.1, EXIF 2.2, PictBridge 1.0Movie Clip : AVI (MJPEG) Audio : WAV2272 : 2272X1704 pixels 2048 : 2048X15

86Software NotesPlease ensure that you read the instruction manual carefully before use.The attached software is a camera driver and image editing sof

87About the softwareAfter inserting the CD-ROM provided with this camera into the CD-ROM drive, the followingwindow should automatically run.Before co

88Setting up the application softwareTo use this camera with a PC, install the application software first. After this has been done, thestored images

89Setting up the application software3. A window for which you can select applicationsoftware will be displayed. Select theapplication program and cli

9System chartUSB cablePictBridge compatibleprinter(see p.62)Computer(see p.94)For WindowsPC with processor better than MMX Pentium 233MHz (XP : Pentiu

90Setting up the application software8. Digimax Viewer installation is successfullycompleted. Click the [Finish] button to installPhotoImpression. The

91Setting up the application software12. A destination selection window will open. Click [Next >]. To copy to the files to anotherfolder, click [Br

9216. After restarting the computer, connect the PC to the camera with the USB cable.17. Turn the camera power on. [Found New Hardware Wizard] will op

93Setting up the application softwareIf you have installed the camera driver, [Found New Hardware Wizard] may not open.On a Windows 98 or 98 SE system

94Starting PC modeIf you connect the USB cable to a USB port on your PC and then turn on the power, thecamera will automatically switch to "compu

95Starting PC ModeDownloading stored imagesYou can download the still images stored on the camera to your PC's hard disk and printthem or use a p

96Starting PC Mode7. An image file is transferred from the camera toyour PC.6. Press the right mouse button and a pop-up menuwill open. Click [Paste].

97Removing the USB Driver for Windows 98SETo remove the USB driver, refer to the process shown below.1. Trace [Start → Settings] and click [Control Pa

98Removable DiskTo use this camera as a Removable Disk, install (p.88) the USB Driver.1. Before turning the camera power on, connect the camera to the

99Removing the removable diskWindows 98SE1. Check whether the camera and PC are transferring a file. If the camera status lamp blinks,you have to wait