Samsung Digimax 420 Specifications

Thank you for buying a Samsung Camera.This manual will guide you through using the Digimax 420, including capturing images, downloading images and usi

10This digital camera can be used forPrinting images using a dedicatedprinter, DPOF-compatible printer orDPOF-equipped photo lab. (refer to page 63)Do

100Removing the USB Driver for Windows 98SETo remove the USB driver, refer to the process shown below.1. Trace [Start Settings] and click [Control Pa

101SOFTWARERemoving the USB Driver for Windows 98SE[Click!]4. A window will open. Select [Remove] and click [Next >]button. The camera driver will

102Removable DiskTo use this camera as a Removable Disk, install (p.110) the USB Driver.1. Before turning the camera power on, connect the camera to t

103SOFTWARERemoving the removable diskWindows 98SE1. Check whether the camera and PC are transferring a file. If the green lamp (next to the viewfinde

104Removing the removable disk5. A [Safe to Remove Hardware] window will open.Click the [OK] button.7. Unplug the USB cable.6. A [Unplug or Eject Hard

105SOFTWARESetting up the USB Driver for MAC1. A USB Driver for MAC is not included with the Application CD as MAC OS supports the camera driver.2. Ch

106Digimax ViewerThis software is only compatible with Windows.1. To open Digimax Viewer, click the [ Start Programs Samsung Digimax Viewer 2.0 Dig

107SOFTWAREMGI PhotoSuite III SEThis software is only compatible with Windows.To open MGI PhotoSuite lll SE, click the [Start Programs MGI PhotoSuit

108MGI PhotoSuite III SEGetGet images.PrepareA number of photo editing activities can be performed within this module.ComposeUse your photos in a vari

109SOFTWAREMGI PhotoSuite III SEIntroduction to navigation barBackReturn to the previous step.HomeReturn to Welcome screen.HelpDisplay help window.Get

11READYThis digital camera can be used forInserting images directlyinto any electronicdocument.Taking a self-portraitand using the imageto personalize

110MGI PhotoSuite III SETo obtain images from the computer1. To acquire images, Click the large [Get] button on theWelcome screen, or the [Get] button

111SOFTWAREMGI PhotoSuite III SEWhen you obtain images from the digital camera.Before transferring an image file, check the USB connection.1. To acqui

112MGI PhotoSuite III SE4. The Welcome screen will change to the next work step, with the selected image displayed.NOTICE When you use the Digimax cam

113SOFTWAREMGI PhotoSuite III SEAcquiring images from an Album.Refer to page 117 for more information about creating an Album.1. To acquire images, cl

114MGI PhotoSuite III SEPREPAREWhen the image is loaded, the step changes to Prepare automatically.Menu for [PREPARE] stepsRotate & CropYou can ro

115SOFTWAREMGI PhotoSuite III SECOMPOSEAdd text, Compound Images etc. are available in this step.Menu of [COMPOSE] stepsCollages : A collage consists

116MGI PhotoSuite III SEORGANIZEOrganize your photos and other media files into albums.Menu of [ORGANIZE] steps [ Choose a photo album to view or edit

117SOFTWAREMGI PhotoSuite III SECreating an Album1. To create an Album, click the large Organize button onthe Welcome screen, or the Organize button o

118MGI PhotoSuite III SEAdd images to the album1. Select [ Choose an action to manage your album. Add..] to add images to the album.2. Click [Computer

119SOFTWAREMGI PhotoSuite III SE3. A [Add photo to Album] window will open. Select imagesthat you want to add. Click the [Add] button.4. Adding images

12Manufacturer's contentsmarked contents are optional.Please check that you have the correct contents before using this product. Digital Camera2

120MGI PhotoSuite III SESaving or sharing images. Menu of [SHARE] stepsSHARESaveTo save the active file according to its current name and path.Save As

121SOFTWAREMGI PhotoSuite III SEYou can print images.Menu for the [PRINT] stepsPRINTPrintPrinting images.Print MultiplesPrint multiple copies of a pho

122FAQPlease check the following if the USB connection malfunctions.[Case 1] The camera power is off. Turn the camera power on. We recommend using an

123SOFTWAREFAQ[Case 6] How do I know my computer supports a USB Interface?Check the USB port in your computer or keyboard.Check OS version. USB Interf

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READY13Front & TopIdentification of featuresFront & TopBack & BottomMode dial LampMicrophoneFlash fadingcontrol sensorViewfinderLensViewfi

14Identification of featuresSide 5-function buttonFLASH/ LEFT button (p.36/ p.55)OK button(p.38/p.55)METERING/ DOWN button(p.35/p.57)SELF-TIMER/ RIGHT

READY15Camera status lampLamp Status Camera conditionSystem readyPower on processingThe camera focuses on the subject. (Pressing the shutter button ha

16Mode dialMOVIE CLIPMovie clip modeA movie clip can be recorded for as long as the available recording timeof the memory capacity allows. Image size

17READYConnecting to a Power SourceThere are two ways in which to provide the camera with power. You can usebatteries or alternatively, you can use an

18Connecting to a Power Source3. To close the battery chamber cover, push it until it clicks.2. Insert the batteries taking note of the polarity (+ /

19READYConnecting to a Power SourceIf you have access to a mains supply, using an AC Adapter (3.3V 2.0A) allows thecamera to be used for long periods

2Use this camera in the following orderInstructionsSet up the cameradriverBefore connecting the camera to a PC, via the USB cable,you will need to set

20Instructions on how to use the memory cardThe camera comes with 16MB of internal flash memory, allowing you to storeimages and movie clips in the ca

21READYInstructions on how to use the memory cardNOTICEIf you open the memory card cover when the camera power is turned on, the power will turnoff au

22Inserting the memory card1. Turn the power off using the power switch. Open the memorycard cover and press the memory card as shown in the imageand

23RECORDINGLCD monitor indicatorThe LCD monitor displays information about the shooting functions and selections.Image & Full Status No. Descripti

24LCD monitor indicatorNo. Description Icons Page7 White Balance p.478 Metering p.359 Exposure compensation -2.0EV ~ +2.0EV p.4410 Voice memo p.3411

25RECORDINGStarting recording modeINFORMATIONDepending on the shooting conditions, the available recording time may be changed.If the memory card is i

26Starting recording modeStill image mode INFORMATIONThere are two LED lamps (one green, one red) positioned next to the viewfinder.If the camera is i

27RECORDINGStarting recording modeNOTICECamera shake warning.When the Flash Off or Slow synchro mode is selected in a low lighting condition, the came

28Using the camera button to adjust the cameraThe STILL IMAGE / MOVIE CLIP mode function can be set up by using the camerabutton. Used for turning the

29RECORDINGLCD( ) button You can check the recording status in the LCD monitor.Pressing the LCD button in the RECORDING (STILL IMAGE,MOVIE CLIP) mo

READY3ContentsGetting to know your camera 5About the icons 5Danger 6Warning 7Caution 8Special features 9This digital camera can be used for 10Man

30MENU buttonWhen you press the MENU button, a menu related to eachcamera mode will be displayed on the LCD monitor. Pressing itagain will return the

31RECORDINGMACRO( ) button Used for macro shots - Wide : 6cm~ 80cm Tele: 40cm ~ 80cmIn dark conditions, the auto focus may not function. If thisocc

32WIDE / TELE buttonUsed for digital or optical zooming in / out.This camera has a 3X optical zoom and a 4X digital zoomfunction. Using both will offe

33RECORDINGWIDE / TELE buttonWIDE Optical zoom Pressing the W zoom button. This will zoom out from the subject i.e. the subject will appear furtherawa

34INFORMATIONA distance of 40cm between you and the camera (microphone) is the best distance to recorda voice memo.The Voice memo function is inactiva

35RECORDINGIndicator Mode Description Metering( ) / Down( ) buttonWhen the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the DOWN( ) buttonmakes

36Flash( )/ left( ) buttonIndicator Flash mode DefinitionFlash mode indicatorIf the subject or background is dark, the camera flash will operateauto

37RECORDINGNOTICETake photographs within the flash range.The flash ranges are listed below.The image quality is not guaranteed if the subject is too c

38Self-timer( ) / Right( ) buttonWhen the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the Right button makesthe cursor shift to the sub menu.Whe

39RECORDINGUsing the LCD monitor to adjust the cameraUsing the LCD monitor to adjust the camera- Recording functions can be changed by using the LCD m

4ContentsLCD button 52Menu button 52Delete button 53Thumbnail / Enlargement button 54Left / Right / OK button 55Voice memo / Up button 56Play

40SizeYou can select the image size you require.1. Rotate the mode dial to the STILL IMAGE mode and pressthe MENU button.2. Select the [SIZE] menu by

41RECORDING1. Rotate the mode dial to the STILL IMAGE mode and pressthe MENU button.2. Select the [QUALITY] menu by pressing the UP/DOWNbutton.3. Pres

42Effect 1. Rotate the mode dial to the STILL IMAGE or MOVIE CLIP mode and press the MENU button.2. Select the [EFFECT] menu by pressing the UP/DOWN b

43RECORDINGShooting INFORMATIONThe flash mode is set to "flash off" in continuous shooting and AEB shooting. Aftercompleting the continuous

44Shooting INFORMATIONTo take continuous shots, the number of available shots must be more than 2 because theminimum numbers of continuous shots permi

45RECORDINGExposure INFORMATIONExposure compensation setting range : -2.0 ~ +2.0 EV (0.5 EV steps)This change to the exposure will remain until the ca

46You can select the camera s sensitivity to light by selecting the ISO sub menu. The speed or specific light-sensitivity of a camera is rated by ISO

47RECORDINGWhite balanceThe white balance control allows you to adjust the colours to appear more naturallooking. Different lighting conditions may ca

48Select the [NIGHT] sub menu in a low lighting condition and you can get a clearerimageSceneINFORMATIONIn [NIGHT] mode, don’t move for a while after

PLAY49Starting the play modeIf the memory card is inserted in the camera, all the camera functions apply only tothe memory card.If the memory card is

5READYThank you for buying a Samsung Digital Camera.Prior to using this camera, please read the user manual thoroughly.When you require After Sales se

50Starting the play modeSteps from 1-3 are the same as those to play back a movie clip.Playing back a still imagePress the PLAY & PAUSE button to

PLAY51LCD monitor indicatorThe LCD monitor displays information about the shooting conditions.No. Description Icons Page1 Battery p.182 Still image

52When you press the MENU button, the PLAY mode menu will be displayed on the LCD monitor.Pressing it again will return the LCD to the initial display

PLAY53This deletes an image stored on the internal memory or memory card.Delete( ) button 1. Select an image that you want to delete by pressing th

54Thumbnail( ) / Enlargement( ) button You can view up to 9 images at a time and enlarge the selected image.1. Press the thumbnail button in t

PLAY55Thumbnail( ) / Enlargement( ) button 4. Pressing the thumbnail( ) button will zoom back to the original full sized image.Normal di

56Voice( ) memo / Up( ) button1. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button to select an image that youwish to add sound to.2. Press the voice memo button (

57PLAYPlay & Pause( ) / Down( ) buttonWhen the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the down button makesthe menu cursor move do

58Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitorMain menu Sub menu Secondary menu01 ~ 05 SECNOYESONE IMAGEALL IMAGESNOYESNOYESONE IMAGEALL IM

59PLAYSlide show Images can be displayed continuously at pre-set intervals.You can view the slide show by connecting the camera to an external monitor

6DangerDo not attempt to modify this camera in anyway. This may result in fire, injury, electricshock or severe damage to you or yourcamera. Internal

60Protect This is used to protect specific shots from being accidentally erased (LOCK). It also releases images that have been previously protected (U

PLAY61Delete allThis enables you to clear all unprotected images from the memory.NOTICERemember that this will permanently delete unprotected images.

62Copy to cardThis enables you to copy image files to the memory card.1. Rotate the mode dial to the PLAY mode and press theMENU button.2. Select the

PLAY63Copy to cardDPOF(Digital Print Order Format) allows you to embed printing information on your memorycard. Select the pictures to be printed and

64DPOF : Standard1. Rotate the mode dial to the PLAY mode and press theMENU button.2. Select the [PLAY[DPOF] 2/2] menu by pressing the RIGHTbutton.3.

PLAY65DPOF : IndexImages(except for movie clips) are printed as index type. There is no indicator forthe index print. The first printed image is the f

66Setup menuMain menu Sub menu Secondary menu Default Rotate the mode dial to the SETUP( ) mode, allowing you to set up the basic camera setting

67SETUPFormatThis is used for formatting the memory card.1. Rotate the mode dial to SETUP mode and the [SETUP 1/3]menu will display.2. Select the [FOR

68FormatNOTICEWhen you format the memory card in your PC that runs on Windows 2000 or XP, pleaseselect the FAT file system.Formatting on a PC (Connect

69SETUPFile name This enables you to name files1. Rotate the mode dial to SETUP mode and the [SETUP 1/3]menu will display.2. Select [FILE NAME] menu b

7READYFor safety reasons keep this product andaccessories out of reach of children or animalsto prevent accidents e.g.:Swallowing batteries or small c

70Power offThis function switches the camera off after a set amount of time in order to preventunnecessary battery drainage.1. Rotate the mode dial to

71SETUPLanguageThere is a choice of languages that can be displayed on the LCD monitor.1. Rotate the mode dial to SETUP mode and the [SETUP 1/3]menu w

72Date setup You can change the imprinted date.1. Rotate the mode dial to SETUP mode and the [SETUP 1/3]menu will display.2. Select the [SETUP 2/3] me

73SETUPImprint There is an option to include DATE/TIME on still images.1. Rotate the mode dial to SETUP mode and the [SETUP 1/3]menu will display.2. S

74Date typeYou can select date type that is imprinted on the image.1. Rotate the mode dial to SETUP mode and the [SETUP 1/3]menu will display.2. Selec

75SETUPList of camera function: Default: There is no associated menu.: The setting is maintained even if the camera power is off.: The setting is retu

76List of camera functionSCENE NORMAL X XXNIGHT X XXFLASH AUTO X XXAUTO&RED EYE X XXSLOW SYNCH X XXFILL IN X XXOFF X XXSELF-TIMER ON XXOFF XXMETER

77SETUPList of camera functionLANGUAGE ENGLISH X X XS.CHINESE X X XT.CHINESE X X XKOREAN X X XITALIAN X X XGERMAN X X XFRENCH X X XSPANISH X X XDATE S

78SoundA beep will sound when you press the camera button and an error occurs. You can check the camera condition with this function.You may adjust th

79SETUPVideo out The Movie output signal from the camera can be NTSC or PAL. Your choice ofoutput will be governed by the type of device (monitor or T

8CautionLeaking, overheating, or burst batteries could result in fire or injury.Use batteries with the correct specification for the camera.Do not sho

80Connecting to an external monitorConnecting to an external monitorIn RECORDING/ PLAY mode, you can view the stored stillimages or movie clips by con

81SETUPQuick viewYou can briefly review the last image captured during the pre-set time.1. Rotate the mode dial to SETUP mode and the [SETUP 1/3]menu

82Starting PC modeIf you insert the USB cable into the USB connection terminal, the camera working mode will changeto the PC mode automatically.In thi

83SETUPStarting PC modeDownloading stored imagesOnce you have downloaded images to your PC, they can be edited and printed.1. Connect the camera to yo

84Starting PC mode6. Press the right mouse button and a pop-up menu willopen. Click [Paste].7. An image file is transferred from camera to your PC.- B

85SETUPImportant notesYour new Samsung camera is a precision instrument. Whilst it is designed to withstand general wearand tear, there are some impor

86Warning indicatorThere are several warnings that may appear in the LCD displayWarning indicatorCARD ERROR !CARD FULL !NO IMAGE !NO CARD !FILE ERROR

87SETUPPlease check the followingBefore contacting a service centerSymptomThe camera doesn’tswitch onThe camera powersdown whilst in useBatteries drai

88Before contacting a service centerSymptomThe images areunclearThe flash does not fireIncorrect date andtime is displayedThe camera buttonsdo not ope

89SETUPBefore contacting a service centerSymptomColor of imagedifferent to originalsceneImages are too brightNo image on externalmonitorWhen using the

READY9Special featuresThis digital camera has the following features.A high resolution of 4.0 mega pixelsA 3X optical and 4 X digital zoom lensMovie c

90SpecificationsType 1/1.8" CCDImage Sensor Effective Pixels Approx. 4.0 Mega pixelsTotal Pixels Approx. 4.1 Mega pixelsFocal LengthSHD Lens f =

91SETUPSpecificationsImage Size Large : 2272x1704 pixels, Photo : 2272x1504 pixelsMedium : 1120x840 pixels, Small : 544x408 pixels Large : Super fine

92Software NotesPlease ensure that you read the instruction manual carefully before use.The attached software is a camera driver and image editing sof

93SOFTWAREAbout the softwareDigimax Viewer 2.0 :This is a program for viewing stored images. You can see the stored images in the memory directlyon a

94Setting up the application softwareYou can visit the Samsung web-site through the internet.http://www.samsungcamera.com : Englishhttp://www.samsungc

95SOFTWARESetting up the application software4. The Software License Agreement window will be displayed. If youagree to this, click [Yes], the window

96Setting up the application software7. Installation is completed. Click the [Finish] button and a window forinstalling MGI PhotoSuite III SE will be

97SOFTWARESetting up the application software11. Select a setup type and click the [Next >] button.Full : the program will be installed with all th

98Setting up the application softwareINFORMATIONA [Read me] file will open.Click the Close button to close the file.16. To use the [REMOVABLE DISK], y

99SOFTWARESetting up the application softwareINFORMATIONIf you have installed the camera driver, [Found NewHardware Wizard] may not open.After the [Fo