Samsung DIGIMAX A502 User Manual

ENGLISHUser’s ManualThank you for buying a Samsung Camera.This manual will guide you through using the camera,including capturing images, downloading

《10》Identification of featuresFront & TopBack & BottomTripod socketLCD monitorMode buttonPlay mode button5-function buttonLCD buttonZoom T but

《100》Removing the removable disk Windows 98SE1. Check whether the camera and PC are transferring a file. If the camera status lamp blinks,you have to

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

《102》Digimax Viewer 2.1 This software is only compatible with Windows.1. To open Digimax Viewer, click the [Start →Programs → Samsung → Digimax Viewe

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

《104》Using PhotoImpression Tool BarButton Description Button DescriptionResize LayerFlip Layer HorizontallyUndoCopyDelete LayerRotate LayerRotate Al

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

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

《107》FAQ● If a PC (Windows 98) stops responding while the camera and PC are connectedrepeatedly→ If a PC (Windows 98) is turned on for a long time and

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《11》Identification of featuresA movie clip can be recorded for as long as the availablerecording time of the memory capacity allows. Image size andtyp

《12》Identification of features Self-timer lampIcon Status DescriptionFor the 2 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at 0.25-second intervals. Camera Sta

《13》Instructions on how to use the power source You can use batteries only to provide the camera with power.● We recommend using batteries for a digi

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

《15》Instructions on how to use the memory card● Be sure to format the memory card (see p.72) if you are using a newly purchased memory forthe first ti

《16》Instructions on how to use the memory card The camera can use SD Memory Cards and MMC (Multi Media Card).Mode STILL IMAGE mode MOVIE CLIP modeQua

《17》Inserting the memory card1. Turn the power off using the power button.Open the battery chamber cover and press the memory card asshown in the imag

《18》LCD monitor indicator The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting functions and selections.[ Image & Full Status ]No. Description

《19》LCD monitor indicator13 ISO p.3114 Sharpness p.4215 Image quality p.3816 Image size2560, 2048, 1600, 1024, 640p.37Number of available shots remain

《2》InstructionsInsert the USB cableSet up the camera driverBefore connecting the camera to a PC, via theUSB cable, you will need to set up the camerad

《20》Starting the recording mode● Recording a Movie clipSteps from 1-4 are the same as those for taking a stillimage. 5. Select the MOVIE CLIP mode by

《21》Starting the recording mode[ Pausing the voice recording ]PAUSESTOP:SHUTTER● Pausing while recording a voice recordingThis camera allows you to te

《22》Starting the recording mode When the Flash Off or Slow synchro mode is selected in a low lighting condition, the camerashake warning indicator (

《23》Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera The RECORDING mode function can be set up by using the camera buttons.● Used for turning the camera

《24》ZOOM W/T button● TELE ZoomDigital zoom TELE : Pressing the ZOOM T button activates the digital zoom software.Releasing ZOOM T button stops the dig

《25》Voice memo( )/ UP button While the menu is showing, press the UP button to move up the submenu cursor. When the menu is not displayed on the

《26》Flash ( )/ Left button[ Selecting the auto flash ]● Flash range When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor,pressing the LEFT button makes t

《27》Flash ( )/ Left buttonIcon Flash mode Description ● Flash mode indicatorIf the subject or background is dark, the camera flash will operateauto

《28》Self-timer ( )/ Right button● Selecting the self-timer1. Select the MOVIE CLIP or STILL IMAGE mode bypressing the mode button.2. Press the SEL

《29》MENU/ OK button- When you press the MENU button, a menu related to each camera mode will be displayedon the LCD monitor. Pressing it again will re

●Getting to 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 &

《30》+/- button You can use the +/- button to adjust the values for the white balance, ISO, exposurecompensation, shutter speed and aperture value. Ma

《31》+/- button● Using the Custom White BalanceWhite balance settings may vary slightly depending on the shooting environment. You can select the most

《32》+/- button Setting up the shutter speed and aperture value: This camera automatically adjusts the shutter speed and aperture values to the shooti

《33》+/- button[ Image & full information ][ Image & basic information ][ LCD off ] You can check the recording status in the LCD monitor.Pres

《34》Menu tab Main menu Sub menuCamera working modePageAUTOPROGRAMNIGHTPORTRAITLANDSCAPEFIREWORKS2560X1920(P)2048X15361600X1200(M)1024X768640X480(E)640

《35》Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settingsMenu tab Main menu Sub menuCamera working modePageSINGLE2, 4, 8 SHOTSNORMALB&WSEPIAOFF1~9SO

《36》How to use the menu3. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select a sub menu.4. Select a sub menu, and then the value you set will be saved. Press the M

《37》Size You can select the image size appropriate for your application.ModeIcon 2560 2048 1600 1024 640 640 320Size2560X1920 2048X1536 1600X12001024

《38》Quality You can select the compression ratio appropriate for your application of the captured images.The higher the compression ratio, the lower

《39》Metering If you cannot obtain suitable exposure conditions, you can change the metering method totake brighter pictures.[MULTI]( ) : Expos

●Using the camera buttons to adjust thecamera 47●Thumbnail/ Enlargement button 47●Voice memo/ Up button 48●Play & Pause/ Down button 49●LEFT/ RI

《40》Continuous shot By using the camera’s digital processor, it is possible to add special effects to your images.[ PROGRAM mode ][ MOVIE CLIP mode ]

《41》Photo Frame You can add 9 types of frame-like borders to a still image you want to capture. - If you select the [OFF] sub menu in the [P.FRAME] m

《42》Sharpness You can adjust the sharpness of the picture you want totake. You cannot check the sharpness effect on the LCDmonitor before you take a

《43》Save / Load the camera configuration (MYSET)1. Press the MENU button and select [MYSET] menu bypressing the LEFT/RIGHT button. 2. Press the UP/DOW

《44》LCD monitor indicator The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting conditions.100-0009①⑦②③④⑤⑥No. Description Icon Page 1 Batteryp.142

《45》Starting play mode If the memory card is inserted in the camera, all the camera functions apply only to thememory card. If the memory card is no

《46》Starting play mode● Playing back a movie clipSteps from 1-2 are the same as those to play back a stillimage.3. Select the recorded movie clip that

《47》Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera In Play mode, you can use the buttons on the camera to conveniently set up the Play modefunctions.●

《48》Thumbnail( )/ Enlargement( ) button ● The maximum enlargement rate in proportion to the image size.● Trimming : You can extract part of

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

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

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

《51》Delete( ) button This deletes images stored on the memory card.● Before deleting images from the camera, you should protect or download imag

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

《53》Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor This menu is available while the camera is connected to a PictBridge supporting printer(d

《54》Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor※ Menus are subject to change without prior notice.Menu tab Main menu Sub menu Secondary me

《55》Starting the slide show Images can be displayed continuously at pre-set intervals.1. Press the play mode button and press the menu button.2. Pres

《56》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/

《57》Resize Change the resolution (size) of pictures taken. Select [LOGO] to save an image to be thestart-up image. The resized image will have a new

《58》Protecting images● Protecting Images1. Press the play mode button and press the menu button.2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the[PROTECT

《59》Deleting all imagesDPOF Of all the files stored in the memory card, the unprotected files in the DCIM subfolder will bedeleted. Remember that thi

《6》Danger 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 da

《60》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 b

《61》DPOF : PRINT SIZEDPOF : CANCEL You can specify the print size when printing images stored on the memory card. The [SIZE] menu is available only f

《62》COPY TO CARD This enables you to copy image files to the memory card.● Copying to the Memory Card1. Press the play mode button and press the menu

《63》PictBridge※ If you selected [COMPUTER] in Step 5, when you connect the camera to your printer, thecamera status lamp(Green) will illuminate and th

《64》PictBridge: Picture Selection Select pictures to print1. Connect the camera to your printer. The USB menu mustbe set to [PRINTER] before you conn

《65》PictBridge: Printing Printing Pictures1. Connect the camera to your printer. The USB menumust be set to [PRINTER] before you connect thecamera to

《66》PictBridge: Print Setting AUTO SET1. Connect the camera to your printer. The USB menumust be set to [PRINTER] before you connect thecamera to the

《67》PictBridge : RESET Initializes user-changed configurations.1. Connect the camera to your printer. The [USB] menumust be set to [PRINTER] before y

《68》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

《69》Setup menu* Menus are subject to change without prior notice. This function allows the user to select the file naming format.● Assigning File Nam

《7》CautionAn FCC warning•This device has been tested in accordance with the limits of a class B digital deviceunder item 15 of the FCC rules. These li

《70》File name● The first stored folder name is 100SSCAM, and the first file name is S5020001.● File names are assigned sequentially from S5020001 → S5

《71》Language ● Setting Language1. In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode,press the MENU button.2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and sel

《72》Formatting a memory card● Formatting a Memory Card1. In any mode other than Voice Recording mode, press theMENU button.2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT bu

《73》Setting up the Date You can change the date that will be displayed on the captured images. You can change the time that will be displayed on the

《74》Date type You can change the date type that will be displayed on the captured images.● Setting up the Date type1. In any mode with the exception

《75》Beep You can select an external device to which you want to connect the camera using the USB cable.● Selecting an External Device1. In any mode wi

《76》Quick view If you enable Quick View before capturing an image, you can view the image you justcaptured on the LCD monitor for the duration set in

《77》Setting up the MYCAM menu You can set up a start up image and start up sound. Every camera working mode (with theexception of Voice recording mod

《78》Start up sound You can select the sound that is activated whenever thecamera is turned on.● Setting the Startup Sound1. In any mode with the exce

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

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

《80》Important notes Caution on Using the Lens- If the lens is subjected to direct sunlight, it could result in discoloration and deterioration ofthe

《81》Warning indicator There are several warnings that may appear on the LCD displayCARD ERROR !ㆍMemory card error→ Turn off the camera power and turn

《82》Warning indicatorThe camera doesn’t switch onㆍThere is low battery capacity→ Insert fresh batteriesㆍBatteries are inserted incorrectly with the re

《83》Before contacting a service centreCamera does not take images when pressing the Shutter buttonㆍThere is insufficient memory capacity→ Delete unnec

《84》Before contacting a service centreThe images don't play backㆍIncorrect file name (Violation of DCF format)→ Do not change the image file name

《85》SpecificationsType 1/2.5" CCDEffective Pixels Approx. 5.0 Mega-pixelTotal Pixels Approx. 5.2 Mega-pixelLens f= 5.8mm (35mm film equivalent:

《86》Specifications2560 : 2560x 1920 2048 : 2048x 1536 1600 : 1600x 1200 1024 : 1024x 768640 : 640x 4802560 : Super fine (9) Fine (18) Normal (29)

《87》Software NotesPlease ensure that you read the instruction manual carefully before use.ㆍThe attached software is a camera driver and image editing

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

《89》Setting up the application softwareTo use this camera with a PC, install the application software first. After this has been done, thestored image

《9》System chartUSB cablePictBridge compatibleprinter(see p.63)Computer(see p.95)For Windows•PC with processor better than MMX Pentium 233MHz (XP: Pent

《90》Setting up the application software3. A window for which you can select applicationsoftware will be displayed. Select theapplication program and c

《91》Setting up the application software8. Digimax Viewer installation is successfullycompleted. Click the [Finish] button to installPhotoImpression. T

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

《93》16. After restarting the computer, connect the PC to the camera with the USB cable.17. Turn the camera power on. [Found NewHardware Wizard] will o

《94》Setting up the application software● If you have installed the camera driver, [Found New Hardware Wizard] may not open.● On a Windows 98 or 98 SE

《95》Starting PC mode• If you connect the USB cable to a USB port on your PC and then turn on the power, thecamera will automatically switch to "c

《96》Starting PC Mode Downloading stored imagesYou can download the still images stored on the camera to your PC's hard disk and printthem or use

《97》Starting 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

《98》Removing the USB Driver for Windows 98SE To remove the USB driver, refer to the process shown below.1. Trace [Start → Settings] and click [Contro

《99》Removable Disk To use this camera as a Removable Disk, install (p.89) the USB Driver.1. Before turning the camera power on, connect the camera to