Samsung DIGIMAX 201 User manual

Thank you for buying a Samsung Camera. This manual will guide you through using the Digimax 201, including taking
images, downloading images and using the MGI PhotoSuite III SE software.
Please read this manual before using your new camera.
ENGLISH

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INSTRUCTIONS
Use this camera in the following order
Set up
the camera driver
Before connecting the USB cable to the PC and this
camera, you have to set up the camera driver.
Install the camera driver that is contained in the
Application S/W CD-ROM. (p.87)
Take a picture
(p.33~52)
Insert supplied USB cable into PC USB port and the
camera USB connection terminal.
(p.75~76)
Check the camera power. If the power is turned off, slide
the camera switch to power it on.
(p.36)
Open Window’s EXPLORER and search [Removable
Disk].
(p.93)
Take a picture
Insert USB cable
Check the camera
power
Check
[Removable Disk]

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SPECIAL FEATURES
This digital camera has the following features.
A fine resolution of 2.0 mega pixels
2 X digital zoom lens
Movie clip recording function
Date imprinting on a still image
Multiple language support
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 a 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 camera and 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.

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CONTENTS
Getting to know your camera 6
Safety note 7
This digital camera can be used for 10
Manufacturer s contents 12
Identification of features 13
Product Exterior (Front / Top / Bottom) 13
Product Exterior (Back) 14
Camera status LED 15
LCD monitor indicator 17
Camera mode definition 19
STILL IMAGE mode 19
PLAY mode 19
MOVIE CLIP mode 19
SETUP mode 19
LCD monitor menu indicator 21
Preparation 25
Connecting to Power 25
Using the batteries 25
Battery condition indicator 25
Using the AC power adapter 27
Attaching the strap 27
Inserting the SD memory card 28
Removing the SD memory card 30
Instructions on how to use the SD memory
card 30
Recording mode 33
Starting Recording Mode 33
Recording a still image 33
Recording a Movie clip 34
Using the camera button to adjust the
camera 36
POWER switch 36
SHUTTER button 36
LCD button 36
MENU button 37
Focus switch 38
4-function button 39
SET/ RIGHT button 40
THUMBNAIL/ LEFT button 41
SELF-TIMER / UP button 41
FLASH / DOWN button 42
Using the LCD monitor to adjust the
camera 45
IMAGE SIZE 46
IMAGE QUALITY 47
WHITE BALANCE 49
EV COMPENSATION 50
Movie clip recording time 52
Play mode 53
Starting the Play Mode 53
Playing back a still image 53
Playing back a movie clip 54
Setting up the play back function by using
the camera button 56
Power switch 56
LCD button 56
Ready Advanced

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CONTENTS
MENU button 57
4-function button 57
THUMBNAIL / LEFT button 58
SET / RIGHT button 59
UP button 60
DOWN button 60
Setting up the play back function using the
LCD monitor 61
Image deletion 61
Slide show 64
Protect 65
# of prints 66
SETUP mode 67
Starting the SETUP mode 67
Beep 67
POWER OFF 68
DATE IMPRINT 69
DATE TYPE 70
DATE SETUP 71
QUICK VIEW 72
LANGUAGE 73
RESET 74
PC mode 75
Starting the PC mode 75
Important notes 77
Caution! 77
Warning indicator 79
Before contacting a service center 80
Please check the following 80
Specifications 82
Software manual 84
Software Notes 84
About software 85
Setting up the USB driver for
Windows 98SE 87
Setting up DirectX 8.1 88
Removing the USB Driver for Windows 91
Removable Disk 93
Removing the removable disk 94
Windows 98SE 94
Windows 2000/ME/XP 94
Setting up the USB Driver for MAC 96
Using the USB Driver for MAC 96
Setting up Digimax Viewer 97
Digimax Viewer 99
Setting up MGI PhotoSuite lll SE 100
MGI PhotoSuite III SE 103
MGI PhotoSuite III SE functions 104
Using MGI PhotoSuite lll SE 106
GET 106
PREPARE 110
COMPOSE 111
ORGANIZE 112
SHARE 116
PRINT 117
FAQ 118
SoftwareAdvanced

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA
Thank you for buying a Samsung Digital Camera.
Prior to using this camera, please read the user manual thoroughly.
Keep the manual in a safe place.
About the symbols
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.
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.
NOTICE
NOTICE indicates a factor, which, if not avoided, may result in camera malfunction or poor
image quality.
INFORMATION
INFORMATION indicates a factor, which should assist further in the operation of the
camera.

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SAFETY NOTE
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 Center.
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 Center. 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. 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.

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SAFETY NOTE
WARNING
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. Do not attempt to
photograph children using a flash closer than a
meter in proximity.
When taking photographs, never point the lens
of the camera directly into very strong light.
This may result in permanent damage to the
camera or your eyesight.
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.
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. In case of accidents, please consult a doctor
immediately.
There is a risk of permanent eye damage if the flash is operated at a distance of less than one
meter from a person’s eyes.
There is a possibility of injury from the camera’s moving parts.

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SAFETY NOTE
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 use old batteries with new ones, or mix brands of batteries.
Ensure the batteries are positioned correctly with regard to polarity (+ / -).
When the camera is not in use for long periods, always unplug the camera from its power source.
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 AC Power 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.

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Printing images using a dedicated printer,
DPOF-compatible printer or DPOF-
equipped photo lab . (p.66)
Down loading image files from
camera to computer. (p.75~76)
Editing images on a PC (p.103~117)
Taking a picture. (p.33~52)
THIS DIGITAL CAMERA CAN BE USED FOR

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THIS DIGITAL CAMERA CAN BE USED FOR
Inserting images
directly into any
electronic document
Taking a self-portrait
and using the image to
personalize name
cards
You can even create your
own unique gift-wrap paper
by using your digital images
Creation of a
digital photo
album

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MANUFACTURER’S CONTENTS
Manufacturer’s contents
Please check that you have the correct contents before using this product.
Accessories (optional)
Digital camera 2 AA Alkaline
Batteries Pouch
Camera strap
Product warrantyUser manual
Applications S/W-
Driver CD-ROM
AC Adapter SD memory card
USB cable

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Product Exterior(Front / Top / Bottom)
IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES
Shutter button
Lens
Self-timer lamp
Viewfinder
Flash
USB connection
terminal
DC input
connection point
Focus lever
Mode dial
Battery chamber /
Card cover
Card slot
Tripod socket
Battery chamber

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Product Exterior (Back)
IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES
4-function button
LCD monitor
MENU button
Power switch
Viewfinder
LCD button
Camera status
LED
Strap eyelet
THUMBNAIL / LEFT( ) button
FLASH / DOWN( ) button
4-function button
ZOOM/ SET/ RIGHT( ) button
SELF-TIMER / UP( ) button

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Camera status LED
IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES
Camera status LED
Camera status LED
Color Status Camera condition
Blinking and off Power on processing
When the LCD monitor is turned off
When the USB cable is connected
Blinking slowly Flash charge processing
Image processing(compression/decompression)
USB busy
Optimum picture area over 1.5m
On
Blinking fast
Green

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IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES
Information
Self-timer lamp
Color Status Camera condition
Blinking For the first seven seconds, the LED blinks at 1
second intervals.
For the final three seconds, the LED blinks quickly
at 0.5-second intervals.
Blinking 1 time When the camera power is on / when the shutter
button is released from pressing.
Beep sound Camera condition
Power beep When the camera power is turned on/off.
Normal beep (a short beep) Rotating the mode dial/ pressing the shutter button/
pressing the camera buttons
Error beep When an error occurs
(long beep twice and short beep twice)
Self-timer beep A beep will sound when the self-timer lamp blinks
Red
Beep
- To hear the beep sound, you have to set the beep sound to on in the setup mode menu.

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LCD monitor indicator
No. Description Icons Page
1Recording mode p.33 / 34
2 Battery p.25
3 Camera shake warning p.35 / 43
4 Flash p.45 / 46
5 Self-timer p.41
6 Focus mode p.38
7 White balance p.50
8 Exposure compensation +0.5 EV p.50
9 Digital zoom p.40
Number of available shots remaining (Still image) 0006
Available recording time (Movie clip) 00:10
11 Image size p.46
IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES
The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting conditions.
Recording mode
Image & Full Status
10

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IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES
Play mode
Still image & Full Status Movie clip & Full Status
No. Description Icons Page
1Battery p.25
2 Protect p.65
3 4-Direction icons p.40
4 Print set indicator p.66
5 Digital zoom p.40
6 Stored image number 100- 0006
7 SD memory card indicator p.28
8 Movie clip indicator p.34
No. Description Icons Page
12 Quality p.47
13 SD memory card indicator p.28
14 Time 13:00
15 Date 2002/09/01

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Camera mode definition
IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES
You can select the desired working mode by using the mode button located on the back of the camera.
This digital camera has 4 working modes. These are listed below.
STILL IMAGE mode ( )
This camera has 3 kinds of fixed focus modes. The focus ranges are :
1. Macro ( ) : 0.18m ~ 0.25m
2. Portrait ( ) : 0.8m ~ 1.3m
3. Normal ( ) : 1.3m ~ Infinity
PLAY mode ( )
In this mode, the stored images on the memory can be viewed on the
LCD monitor on the back of the camera. You can select single image
play back, 9 thumbnail screen, slide show, one image deletion, all image deletion, format, protect,
number of prints setting and digital zoom in this mode.
MOVIE CLIP mode ( )
Movie clips are recorded for as long as the available recording time or pre-set time allows in this
mode. The flash is changed to FLASH OFF when this mode is selected.
SETUP mode ( )
In this mode, you can set up basic settings such as BEEP , POWER OFF, DATE IMPRINT, DATE
TYPE, DATE & TIME SETUP, QUICK VIEW, LANGUAGE, RESET.
INFORMATION
PC mode
Your computer will recognize the camera as a Removable Disk when connected by the
USB cable. You can transfer images between the computer and the camera. If you are
using Windows 98/98SE, you have to install the camera driver before connecting the USB
cable. The camera working mode will be changed to PC mode by connecting the USB
cable.
Mode dial indicator

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IDENTIFICATION OF FEATURES
Selecting camera mode and menu
You can select a camera mode or a camera mode menu by rotating the MODE dial or pressing the
MENU button as below.
Power on STILL IMAGE mode
( ) STILL IMAGE mode menu
MOVIE CLIP
mode
( )
PLAY mode
menu
PLAY mode
MOVIE CLIP
mode menu
Connecting
USB cable PC mode
Pressing the MENU button
Pressing the MENU button
Pressing the MENU button
Rotating the Mode dial
Rotating the Mode dial
Rotating the Mode dial
SETUP mode