Samsung Digimax U-CA 401 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

10Manufacturer's contentsPlease check that you have the correct contents before using this product.marked contents are optional.Digital Camera AV

11Identification of featuresFront & TopBackShutter buttonFunctionLamp ViewfinderDC inputconnectionpointUSB/ AVconnectionterminalFlashLensPower but

12Identification of featuresVoice recording modeA movie clip can be recorded for as long as the availablerecording time of the memory capacity allows.

13Identification of featuresStill image modeYou can select from AUTO( ), Night( ), MYSET( ), TEXT( ) modes. LampType Functi

One LED blinks Two LEDs blink Three LEDs turn onCharging 0% charged. About 50% charged. About 100% charged.14Following function lamp indicates chargin

15Connecting to a Power SourceImportant information about battery usageWhen the camera is not used, turn off the camera power.Please do not charge the

16Connecting to a Power SourceUsing the batteriesBattery statusBattery indicatorThe batteries are fullycharged.Prepare new batteries.There is no batte

17Precautions on Using the Memory Stick DuoThis camera operates only with a Memory Stick Duo.Some models of Memory Stick Duo media do not have the wri

18Precautions on Using the Memory Stick DuoMaintenance of the Memory Stick Duo(Hereafter the Memory Stick Duo is referred to as the "Memory Card&

19Inserting the memory card1. Turn off the camera power and pull the battery chambercover in the direction of the arrow to open.2. Have the front of t

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

20LCD monitor indicatorNo. Description Icons Page1 Battery p.162 Recording mode p.12~133 Camera shake warning p.234 Flash p.285 Self-timer p.296 Mac

21LCD monitor indicator15 Sharpness p.3916 Image quality p.3517 Image size 2272, 2048, 1600, 1024, 640 p.3418Number of available shots remaining29Rem

22Starting the recording modeRecording a still imageSteps from 1-4 are the same as those for recording amovie clip.5. Select the STILL IMAGE(

23Things to Watch Out for When Taking PicturesPressing the shutter button down half way Lightly press the shutter button to confirm focus and flash ba

24Using the camera buttons to adjust the cameraThe RECORDING mode function can be set up by using the camera buttons.POWER buttonSHUTTER buttonUsed fo

25ZOOM W button/ ZOOM T buttonTELE ZoomDigital zoom TELE : Pressing the ZOOM button T activates the digital zoom software.Releasing ZOOM T button stop

26Voice memo( )/ UP buttonWhile the menu is showing, press the UP button to move up the submenu cursor.When the menu is not displayed on the LCD mon

27Fixed focusTo focus on the subject positioned outside of the center, use the focus lock function.Using the Focus Lock1. Ensure the subject in the ce

28FLASH( ) / LEFT buttonICON Flash mode Description Flash mode indicatorIf the subject or background is dark, the camera flash will operateautomatic

29Self-timer( ) / Right( ) buttonSelecting the self-timer1. Slide the mode switch to the STILL IMAGE mode.2. Press the SELF-TIMER button until the

3ContentsREADYGetting to know your camera 5About the icons 5Danger 6Warning 6Caution 7An FCC warning 7This digital camera can be used for 8Manufacture

30MENU/ OK button If the menu is displayed, use the 5-Function buttons to change the data values and for yourchanges to be acceptedIf the menu is not

31Using the LCD monitor to adjust the cameraYou can use the menu on the LCD monitor to set up recording functions.The following functions are availabl

32Using the LCD monitor to adjust the cameraMenu tab Main menu Sub menu Camera working modeMULTISPOTAUTO100200400NORMALB & WSEPIASINGLECONTINUOUSA

33How to use the menu3. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select a sub menu.4. Select a sub menu, and then press the OK button. The value you set will be

34ModeYou can select the image size appropriate for your application. Fixed as [2272X1704] in the TEXT mode.Icon2272 2048 1600 1024 640 640 320Size227

35QualityYou can select the compression ratio appropriate for your application of the captured images.The higher the compression ratio, the lower the

36MeteringIf you cannot obtain suitable exposure conditions, you can change the metering method totake brighter pictures.MULTI( ) : Exposure wi

37White balance : The white balance control allows you to adjust the colours to appear morenatural looking. White balance- AUTO : The camera automatic

38Shooting- SINGLE: A picture will be taken each time you press theShutter button.- CONTINUOUS: Press and hold the shutter button, andimages are captu

39SharpnessYou 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

4ContentsLCD monitor indicator 43Using the camera buttons to adjust thecamera 44Thumbnail/ Enlargement button 44Voice memo/ Up button 45Delete/ DOWN

40ExposureMANUAL EXPOSUREAUTO1/8 SEC1/4 SEC1/2 SECManual Exposure (Night Mode)Whilst the camera automatically adjusts the best shutter speedand iris v

41Starting 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 ins

42Starting 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

43LCD monitor indicatorThe LCD monitor displays information about the shooting conditions.No. Description Icon Page 1 Battery p.162 Play mode3 File Ty

44Using the camera buttons to adjust the cameraIn Play mode, you can use the buttons on the camera to conveniently set up the Play modefunctions.Image

45Thumbnail ( ) / Enlargement( ) buttonWhen playing, 8X zoom is available regardless of the image resolution.Trimming : You can extract part o

46Voice( ) memo / Up button4. The recording can be stopped by pressing the shutterbutton again.5. The ( ) icon will be displayed on the LCD m

47LEFT / RIGHT/ MENU/ OK buttonLEFT / RIGHT/ MENU/ OK buttons activate the following.- LEFT button : While the menu is showing, press the LEFT button

48Setting 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

49Deleting all imagesOf all the files stored in the memory card, the unprotected files in the DCIM subfolder will be deleted.Deleting All images1. Pre

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

50Protecting imagesImages can be displayed continuously at pre-set intervals. You can view the slide show byconnecting the camera to an external monit

51Starting the slide showYou can change the resolution (size) of saved pictures. The pictures are saved underdifferent names.1. Press and hold the Pla

52COPY TO CARDIf the function is used without an inserted memory card, the [NO CARD !] message isdisplayed, and the Play mode screen is displayed.If t

53DPOFThis function allows you to embed print quantity information on a stored image.1. Press and hold the Play mode button for 2 seconds, andpress th

54DPOF : INDEXYou can cancel the [STANDARD], [INDEX] settings.Cancel the setting to reset the value to its default.1. Press and hold the Play mode but

55Setup menuIn this mode, you can set up basic settings. You can use the setup menu in all cameramodes, except Voice Recording mode. The items indicat

56Setup menuThis function allows the user to select the file naming format.Assigning File Names1. In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mo

57Auto power offEven if the batteries or AC adapter are removed and inserted again, the power off settingwill be preserved.Note that the automatic pow

58Language Setting Language1. In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode,press the MENU button.2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select

59Setting up the Date/ Time/ Date typeYou can change the date and time that will be displayed on the captured images and set upthe date type.Setting D

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

60Imprinting the recording dateThe Date & Time are imprinted at the bottom right side of the still image.The date will be imprinted as a DATE TYPE

61Initialization(RESET ALL)Function lampAll camera menu and function settings will be restored to their default values. However,values for DATE/TIME,

62Selecting Video out typeThe Movie output signal from the camera can be NTSC or PAL. Your choice of output will be governed by the type of device (mo

63Quick 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

64Setting 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

65Start up soundYou can select the shutter sound.Selecting the Shutter Sound1. In any mode with the exception of Voice Recordingmode, press the MENU b

66Important notesBe sure to observe the following precautions!This unit contains precision electronic components. Do not use or store this unit in the

67If the camera is exposed to an electronic interference, it will turn itself off to protect thememory card.Camera Maintenance- Use a soft brush (avai

68Warning indicatorThere are several warnings that may appear on the LCD displayWarning indicatorCauses RemedyInsert a new CARD or delete storedimages

69Before contacting a service centerPlease check the followingSymptom Causes Remedy- Insert fresh batteries- Connect an AC Power Adapter- There is low

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

70Before contacting a service centerSymptom Causes RemedyRemove / re-insert batteries and switchcamera onCamera malfunction Incorrect memory card form

71SpecificationType 1/2.5" CCDEffective Pixels Approx. 4.0 Mega –pixelTotal Pixels Approx. 4.2 Mega –pixel SHD Lens f=5. 8mm (35mm film equivale

72SpecificationInternal memory: 32MB flash memoryExternal memory (optional):MS Duo (Upto128MB guaranteed) Still Image: JPEG (DCF), DPOF, EXIFMovie Cli

73Software NotesPlease ensure that you read the instruction manual carefully before use.The attached software is a camera driver and image editing sof

74About the softwareAfter inserting the CD-ROM provided with this camera into the CD-ROM drive, the followingwindow should automatically run.Before co

75To use this camera with a PC, install the application software first. After this has been done, thestored images in the camera can be moved to the P

76Setting up the application softwareIf you select [Exit] at the step 3, the application program installation will be cancelled.INFORMATION If you sel

77Setting up the application software8. Digimax Viewer installation is successfullycompleted. Click the [Finish] button to installPhotoImpression.The

78Setting up the application software12. A destination selection window will open.Click [Next >]. To copy to the files to anotherfolder, click [Bro

79Setting up the application software17. After restarting the computer, connect the PC to the camera with the USB cable.18. Turn the camera power on.

8This digital camera can be used forPrinting images using a dedicatedprinter, DPOF-compatible printer orDPOF-equipped photo lab.(refer to page 53)Down

80Setting 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

81Starting PC ModeThe camera driver must be installed before using PC mode. For driver installationinstructions, please refer to p.75.To save battery

82Starting PC Mode3. Select an image and press the right mousebutton.4. A pop-up menu will open.Click [Cut] or [Copy] menu.- [Cut] : cuts a selected f

83Starting PC Mode6. Press the right mouse button and a pop-up menuwill open. Click [Paste].7. An image file is transferred from the camera toyour PC.

84Removing the USB Driver for Windows 98SETo remove the USB driver, refer to the process shown below.1. Trace [Start Settings] and click [Control Pan

85Removable DiskTo use this camera as a Removable Disk, install (p.75) the USB Driver.1. Before turning the camera power on, connect the camera to the

86Removing the removable disk[Click!][Double-click!][Click!][Click!]Windows 98SE1. Check whether the camera and PC are transferring a file. If the aut

87Removing the removable disk1. A USB Driver for MAC is not included with the software CD as MAC OS supports thecamera driver.2. Check the MAC OS. You

88Digimax Viewer 2.1This software is only compatible with Windows.1. To open Digimax Viewer, click the [Start ProgramsSamsung Digimax Viewer 2.1 Dig

You can use PhotoImpression to perform the following tasks.With PhotoImpression, you can edit or store still images that you downloaded from the camer

9This digital camera can be used forInserting images directly into anyelectronic document.Taking a favourite image and creatingyour own personalized c

90Please check the following if the USB connection malfunctions.[Case 1] The camera power is off.Turn the camera power on. We recommend using an AC p

91FAQ[Case 4] The camera is not recognized by your PC. Sometimes, the camera may appear under [Unknown Devices] in DeviceManager.Install the camera dr

92FAQ[Case 9] When I open the Device Manager (by clicking Start (Settings) ControlPanel (Performance and Maintenance) System (Hardware) DeviceMa

93FAQ1) When the movie clip plays back, only the sound plays back without the image. It isn't compatible with the Mogen MJPEG Decorder. Uninstall

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