Samsung DIGIMAX A400 User manual

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Thank you for buying a Samsung Camera.
This manual will guide you through using the camera, including capturing images, downloading images and
using the application software. Please read this manual carefully before using your new camera.
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User's Manual

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Instructions
Use this camera in the following order
Insert the
USB cable
Set up the
camera driver
Before connecting the camera to a PC, via the
USB cable, you will need to set up the camera
driver. Install the camera driver that is contained in
the Application S/W CD-ROM.(p.91)
Take a picture (p.19)
Insert the supplied USB cable into the PC’s USB
port and the camera’s USB connection
terminal.(p.99)
Check the camera’s power. If the power is turned
off, press the camera button to turn on.
Take a picture
Check the
camera’s power
Check
[Removable Disk]
Open Window s EXPLORER and search for
[Removable Disk].(p.100)
If you use a card reader to copy the images on the memory card to your PC, the images
could be damaged. When transferring the images taken with the camera to your PC, be sure
to use the supplied USB cable to connect the camera to your PC. Please note that the
manufacturer holds no responsibility for loss or damage of images on the memory card due
to the use of a card reader.

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 & Top 10
Back & Bottom 10
Side / 5-function button 11
Mode switch 11
Instructions on how to use the
power source 13
Using the batteries 13
Connecting to a Power Source 14
Using the batteries 14
Instructions on how to use the
memory card 15
Maintenance of the memory card 15
Preserving the memory card data 15
Inserting the memory card 17
Removing the memory card 17
LCD monitor indicator 18
Starting the recording mode 19
Recording a Movie clip 19
Recording Voice 20
Recording a still image 20
Things to Watch Out for When Taking
Pictures 21
Using the camera buttons to adjust the
camera 22
POWER button 22
SHUTTER button 22
ZOOM W/T button 22
Voice memo / UP button 24
Macro / Down button (Focusing) 25
Focus lock 26
Flash / Left button 27
Self-timer / Right button 29
MENU / OK button 30
+/- button 31
LCD button 34
Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera
settings 35
How to use the menu 37
Mode 37
Size 38
Quality 39
Metering 40
Continuous shot 40
Effect 41
Photo Frame 42
Sharpness 43
Save / Load the camera configuration
(MYSET) 44
Starting play mode 45
Playing back a still image 45
Playing back a movie clip 46
Playing back a recorded voice 46
LCD monitor indicator 47
Using the camera buttons to adjust the
camera 48
Thumbnail / Enlargement button 48
Voice memo / Up button 49
Play & Pause / Down button 50
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Contents
READY
RECORDING
PLAY

LEFT/ RIGHT/ MENU/ OK button 51
LCD button 51
Delete button 52
Setting up the play back function using the
LCD monitor 53
Starting the slide show 56
Rotating an image 57
Resize 58
Protecting images 59
Deleting all images 60
DPOF 60
DPOF : STANDARD 61
DPOF : INDEX 61
DPOF : PRINT SIZE 62
DPOF : CANCEL 62
COPY TO CARD 63
PictBridge 64
PictBridge : Picture Selection 65
PictBridge : Printing 66
PictBridge : Print Setting 67
PictBridge : RESET 68
Setup menu 69
File name 70
Auto power off 71
Language 72
Formatting a memory card 73
Setting up the Date 74
Setting up the Time 74
Date type 75
Imprinting the recording date 75
Beep 76
Selecting an External Device (USB) 76
Selecting Video out type 77
Quick view 78
Initialization(RESET ALL) 78
Setting up the MYCAM menu 79
Start up image 79
Start up sound 80
Important notes 81
Warning indicator 83
Before contacting a service centre 84
Specifications 87
Software Notes 89
System Requirements 89
About the software 90
Setting up the application software 91
Starting PC mode 99
Removing the USB Driver for
Windows 98SE 102
Removable Disk 103
Removing the removable disk 104
Setting up the USB Driver for MAC 105
Using the USB Driver for MAC 105
Digimax Viewer 2.1 106
Using PhotoImpression 107
Digimax Reader 108
FAQ 110
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Contents
SOFTWARE
SETUP

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Getting to know your camera
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.
Thank you for buying a Samsung Digital Camera.
Prior to using this camera, please read the user manual thoroughly.
When you require After Sales service, please bring the camera and the cause of the camera
malfunction (such as Batteries, Memory card etc.) to the A/S centre.
Please check that the camera is operating properly prior to when you intend to use it
(e.g. for a trip or an important event) to avoid disappointment. Samsung camera takes no
responsibility for any loss or damages that may result from camera malfunction.
Keep the manual in a safe place.
Microsoft, Windows and Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation
incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.
All brand and product names appearing in this manual are registered trademarks of their
respective companies.
About the icons
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.

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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 centre.
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.
You must contact your dealer or Samsung Camera Service centre.
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. the memory 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.
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.
When taking photographs, never point the lens of the camera directly into very strong light.
This may result in permanent damage to your eyesight.
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. If an accident should occur, please
consult a doctor immediately.
There is the possibility of injury from the camera’s moving parts.
Batteries and camera may become hot during prolonged use and it may result in camera
malfunction. Should this be the case, allow the camera to sit idle for a few minutes to allow it
time to cool.
Do not recharge non rechargeable batteries. This may cause an explosion.
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.
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.
Warning

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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 insert the batteries with the reverse polarities.
Remove the batteries when not planning to use the camera for a long period of time.
Batteries may leak corrosive electrolyte and irreparably damage the camera's components.
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.
After use, always switch off the camera. 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.
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 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 the camera and the 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.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void user's authority to operate the equipment.

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System chart
Please check that you have the correct contents before using this product. To buy the optional
equipment, contact your nearest Samsung dealer or Samsung service centre.
Pouch
User manual
Product warranty
Camera strap Software CD
(
see p.90 )
SD memory card
(see p.15)
DPOF compatible
printer(see p.60)
Rechargeable battery
(SBP-1303)
Rechargeable battery
(SNB-2312)
Battery charger
(SBC-L1)
Battery charger
(SBC-N1)
AC cord
AA Alkaline
Batteries
< Included items >

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System chart
USB/ Video cable
PictBridge compatible
printer(see p.64)
Computer
(see p.99)
External monitor
Yellow cable – Video
(see p.77)
For Windows
PC with processor better than MMX
Pentium 233MHz (XP : Pentium II 300MHz)
Windows 98/ 98SE/ 2000/ ME/ XP
Minimum 32MB RAM (XP : 128MB)
140MB of available hard-disk space
USB port
CD-ROM drive
800x600 pixels, 16-bit colour display
compatible monitor (24-bit colour display
recommended)
For Macintosh
Power Mac G3 or later
Mac OS 9.0 ~ 10.2
Minimum 64MB RAM
110MB of available hard-disk space
USB port
CD-ROM drive
QuickTime 6.01 or later for Movie Clip
System Requirements
When you connect the camera to a
computer, printer or external monitor, you
have to use the USB/ Video cable supplied
with the camera, or the external devices
can't recognize the camera.
CAUTION

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Identification of features
Front & Top
Back & Bottom
Zoom W button
(Thumbnail)
Zoom T button
(Digital zoom)
5-function
button
Tripod socket
Play mode button
USB connection
port
Video connection
terminal
+/-, DELETE
button
LCD button
LCD monitor
Camera status
lamp
Power button
Self-timer lamp
Microphone
Lens
Mode switch
Shutter button
Flash
Mirror for self
portrait

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Identification of features
Voice recording mode
A movie clip can be recorded for as long as the available
recording time of the memory capacity allows.
Image size and type are listed below.
- Image size : 640X480, 320X240
(user selectable)
- Movie clip file type : *. avi(MJPEG)
A voice recording can be recorded for as long as the
available recording time of the memory capacity allows.
(Max: 1 hour)
- File type : *.wav
Movie clip mode
You can select the desired working mode by using the mode switch located on the top of the
camera. This digital camera has 3 recording modes. These are listed below.
Battery chamber cover
Memory
card slot
Strap eyelet
Battery
chamber
FLASH/
LEFT
button
MENU/ OK
button
MACRO/ PLAY&PAUSE/ DOWN button
SELF-TIMER/
RIGHT button
Voice memo/ UP button
Side / 5-function button
Mode switch

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Identification of features
Self-timer lamp
Still image mode
You can select from AUTO( ), PROGRAM( ) or
SCENE mode.
In SCENE mode, you can select the NIGHT, PORTRAIT,
LANDSCAPE, TEXT RECOGNITION and FIREWORKS
scene menu.
Icon Status Description
For the 2 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at 0.25-second intervals.
For the first 7 seconds, the lamp blinks at 1 second intervals.
For the final 3 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at 0.25-second intervals.
A picture will be taken after about 10 seconds and 2 seconds later a
second picture will be taken.
Camera Status Lamp
Status Description
The lamp turns on and off when the camera is ready to take a
picture
The lamp blinks while saving the image data and turns off
when the camera is ready to take a picture
While movie recording The lamp blinks at a 1-second interval
While voice recording The lamp blinks at a 1-second interval
When the USB cable is inserted The lamp lights up (LCD monitor turns off)
Transmitting Data The lamp blinks (LCD monitor turns off)
Mode icons
MODE MOVIE CLIP VOICE RECORDING AUTO PROGRAM PLAY
Icon
NIGHT PORTRAIT LANDSCAPE TEXT FIREWORKS
Icon
MODE
SCENE
Blinking
Blinking
Blinking
Power on
After taking a picture

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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 digital camera (Within a year from the date of
manufacture). The batteries are listed below.
Non rechargeable batteries : AA type - Alkaline, Ni-Mn, Ni-Zn, Lithium
CR-V3 type - Lithium
Rechargeable batteries : AA type - Ni-MH(Samsung SNB-2312 recommended),
Ni-Cd (over 1000mAh)
CR-V3 type - Samsung SBP-1303(Lithium Ion battery)
It is easy to buy alkaline batteries. However, the duration for using batteries varies in
accordance with the battery manufacturer or the photographic conditions.
When the camera is not used, turn off the camera power.
Do not recharge the non rechargeable batteries. It may cause an explosion.
Please remove the batteries if the camera will not be used for long periods. Batteries can lose
power over time and are prone to leaking if kept inside the camera.
We recommend high capacity ALKALINE batteries as manganese batteries cannot deliver
sufficient power.
Low temperatures (below 0°C) can affect the performance of the batteries and you may
experience reduced battery life.
Batteries will usually recover at normal temperatures.
Do not use old and new batteries at the same time.
During extended use of the camera, the camera body may become warm.
This is perfectly normal.
Using the batteries

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Connecting to a Power Source
3. To close the battery chamber cover, push it until it clicks.
2. Insert the batteries taking note of
the polarity (+ / -).
1. Open the battery chamber cover by pushing in the direction of the
arrow.
: If the camera does not turn on after you have inserted batteries,
please check whether the batteries are inserted with the correct
polarity (+ / -).
Using the batteries
[ I nserting the AA type battery ][ Inserting the CR-V3 type battery ]
Battery status
Battery indicator
The batteries are fully
charged Prepare new batteries
There is no battery capacity.
Replace with new batteries.
There are 3 indicators for battery condition that are displayed on the LCD monitor.

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Instructions on how to use the memory card
Be sure to format the memory card (see p.73) if you are using a newly purchased memory for
the first time, if it contains data that the camera cannot recognize, or if it contains images
captured with a different camera.
Turn off the camera power whenever the memory card is being inserted or removed.
Repeated use of the memory card will eventually reduce the memory card’s performance.
Should this be the case, you will need to purchase a new memory card.
Wear and tear on the memory card is not covered by the Samsung warranty.
The memory card is an electronic precision device.
Do not bend, drop or subject the memory card to any heavy impact.
Do not store the memory card in an environment with strong electronic or magnetic fields,
e.g. near loud speakers or TV receivers.
Please do not use or store in an environment where there are extremes in temperature.
Do not allow the memory card to become dirty or to come into contact with any liquid.
Should this happen, clean the memory card with a soft cloth.
Please keep the memory card in its case when not in use.
During and after periods of extended use, you may notice that the memory card is warm.
This is perfectly normal.
Do not use a memory card that is used in another digital camera.
To use the memory card in this camera, format first the memory card by using this camera.
Do not use a memory card formatted by another digital camera or memory card reader.
Maintenance of the memory card
Preserving the memory card data
If the memory card is subjected to any of the following, the recorded data may become
corrupted :
- When the memory card is used incorrectly.
- If the power is switched off or the memory card is removed while recording, deleting
(formatting) or reading.
Samsung cannot be held responsible for lost data.
It is advisable to copy important data onto other media as back-up e.g. floppy disks, hard
disks, CD etc.
If there is insufficient memory available : If you press the shutter button for the shot, a
[CARD FULL !] message will appear and the camera will not operate. To optimize the
amount of memory in the camera, replace the memory card or delete unnecessary images
stored on the memory.

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Instructions on how to use the memory card
The camera can use SD Memory Cards and MMC (Multi Media Card).
If you open the battery chamber cover when the camera power is turned on, the power
will turn off automatically.
Don’t remove the memory card when the camera status lamp(Green) is blinking as this
may cause damage to data in the memory card.
INFORMATION
[ SD(Secure Digital) memory card ]
Write protect
switch
Label
Card
pins
The SD memory card has a write protect
switch that prevents image files from being
deleted or formatted.
By sliding the switch to the bottom of the SD
memory card, the data will be protected.
By sliding the switch to the top of the SD
memory card, the data protection will be
cancelled. Slide the switch to the top of the
SD memory card before taking a picture.
When using a 16MB internal memory, the specified shooting capacity will be as follows.
These figures are approximate as image capacities can be affected by variables such as
subject matter.
Mode STILL IMAGE mode MOVIE CLIP mode
Quality / Size 2272(P) 2048 1600(M) 1024 640(E) 640 320
SUPER FINE 910163165- -
FINE 18 22 33 63 123 - -
NORMAL
30 34 48 94 185 - -
15FPS - - - - - 35SEC 1MIN25SEC
24FPS - - - - - 20SEC 44SEC

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Inserting the memory card
1. Turn the power off using the power button.
Open the battery chamber cover and press the memory
card as shown in the image and release.
2. Remove the memory card and close the battery chamber
cover.
3. To close, push the battery chamber cover until you hear a
click.
If the memory card does not slide in smoothly, do not
attempt to insert it by force. Check the direction of insertion,
and then insert it correctly. Do not insert the memory card
the wrong way round. Doing so may damage the memory
card slot.
2. Have the front of the memory card facing toward the front
of the camera (lens) and the card pins toward the back of
the camera (LCD monitor), and then push the memory
card into the card slot until you hear a click.
1. Turn off the camera’s power and pull the battery chamber
cover in the direction of the arrow to open.
Removing the memory card

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LCD monitor indicator
The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting functions and selections.
[ Image & Full Status ]
No. Description Icons Page
1 Battery p.14
3 Continuous shot p.40
4 Flash p.27
5 Self-timer p.29
6 Macro p.25
7 Metering p.40
8 Card inserted indicator
9 Auto focus frame
10 Camera shake warning p.21
11 Date/ Time 2004/09/01 01:00 PM
12 Exposure compensation p.33
13 White Balance p.31
Recording mode
2
p.11~12
p.37

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LCD monitor indicator
14 ISO p.32
15 Sharpness p.43
16 Image quality p.39
17 Image size 2272, 2048, 1600, 1024, 640 p.38
Number of available shots remaining 18
Remaining time (Movie clip/ Voice recording) 00:01:25/ 00:24:52
19 Voice memo p.24
20 Optical zoom/ Digital Zoom rate
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Starting the recording mode
Recording a Movie clip
1. Insert the batteries (p.14). Insert the batteries taking note of the polarity (+ / -).
2. Insert the memory card. (p.17)
As this camera has a 16MB internal memory, you do not need
to insert the memory card. If the memory card is not inserted,
an image will be stored in the internal memory. If the memory
card is inserted, an image will be stored on the memory card.
3. Close the battery chamber cover.
4. Press the power button to turn on the camera.
5. Select the MOVIE CLIP( ) mode by sliding the
mode switch.
6. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the
image by using the LCD monitor.
7. Press the shutter button to take a movie clip.
Press the shutter button once and movie clips are
recorded for as long as the available recording time
allows. Movie clips will still be recorded if the shutter
button is released. If you wish to stop recording, press the shutter button again.
Image size and type are listed below.
- Image size : 640X480, 320X240 (Selectable)
- File type : *. avi(MJPEG)
[ MOVIE CLIP mode ]
SSTTAANNDDBBYY
If the memory card is inserted in the camera, all the camera functions apply only to the
memory card. If the memory card is not inserted in the camera, all the camera functions apply
only to the internal memory.

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Starting the recording mode
Recording Voice
Steps from 1-4 are the same as those for recording a
movie clip.
5. Select the VOICE RECORDING( ) mode by sliding
the mode switch.
6. Press the shutter button to record a voice.
- Press the shutter button once and voice is recorded for as
long as the available recording time(Max : 1 hour) allows.
The recording time will be displayed on the LCD
monitor.
- Voice will still be recorded if the shutter button is released.
- If you wish to stop recording, press the shutter button
again.
- File type : *.wav
[ VOICE RECORDING mode ]
STANDBY
START:SHUTTER
Recording a still image
Steps from 1-4 are the same as those for recording a
movie clip.
5. Select the STILL IMAGE( ) mode by sliding the
mode switch.
6. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the
image by using the LCD monitor.
7. Press the shutter button to capture an image.
A distance of 40cm between you and the camera (microphone) is the best distance to
record sound.
INFORMATION
If the auto focus frame turns to red when you press the shutter button down half way, it
means that the camera cannot focus on the subject. Should this be the case, the camera
is unable to capture an image clearly.
INFORMATION
[ STILL IMAGE mode ]