Samsung DIGIMAX D53 User manual

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Getting to know your cameraInstructions
ƈUse this camera in the following order
Set up the camera driver
Take a picture
Insert the USB cable
Check the camera’s power
Check [Removable Disk]
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 Application software
CD-ROM. (p.66)
Take a picture. (p.14)
Insert the supplied USB cable into the
PC’s USB port and the camera’s USB
connection terminal. (p.68)
Check the camera’s power. If the power is
turned off, press the camera button to turn
it on.
Open WindowŖs EXPLORER and search
for [Removable Disk]. (p.69)
ƃIf 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.
Thank you for buying a Samsung Digital Camera.
ƃPrior to using this camera, please read the user manual thoroughly.
ƃWhen you require After Sales service, please bring the camera and the cause of
the camera malfunction (such as battery, Memory card etc.) to the A/S centre.
ƃPlease 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.
ƃKeep the manual in a safe place.
ҬMicrosoft, Windows and Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.
ҬAll brand and product names appearing in this manual are registered trademarks
of their respective companies.

Danger
Warning
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Caution
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
ƈDo 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.
ƈFor safety reasons keep this product and accessories out of reach of children or
animals to prevent accidents e.g.:
ҮSwallowing battery or small camera accessories. If an accident should occur,
please consult a doctor immediately.
ҮThere is the possibility of injury from the camera’s moving parts.
ƈBattery 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.
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
ƈDo 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.
ƈPlease do not use this product in close proximity to flammable or explosive
gases, as this could increase the risk of explosion.
ƈShould 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.
ƈDo 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.
ƈDo not operate this camera with wet hands. This could pose a risk of electric shock.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may
result in a minor or moderate injury.
ƈLeaking, overheating, or burst battery could result in fire or injury.
ҮUse battery with the correct specification for the camera.
ҮDo not short circuit, heat or dispose of battery in fire.
ҮDo not insert the battery with the polarities reversed.
ƈRemove the battery when not planning to use the camera for a long period of
time. Battery may leak corrosive electrolyte and permanently damage the
camera’s components.
ƈDo 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.
ƈDo not move the camera while it is switched on, if you are using the AC Charger.
After use, always switch off the camera before unplugging the cable from the
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.
ƈTake care not to touch the lens or lens cover to avoid taking an unclear image
and possibly causing camera malfunction.
ƈAvoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image.
ƈDo 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.
ƈWhen in use, do not cover the camera or Charger. 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.

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Contents
READY
ƃSystem chart 4
ƃIdentification of features 5
ƈFront & Top 5
ƈBack & Bottom 6
ƈBottom / 5-function button 7
ƈSelf-timer lamp 8
ƈCamera Status Lamp 8
ƈMode icon 8
ƃConnecting to a Power Source 8
ƈUsing the batteries 8
ƃInserting the memory card 9
ƃInstructions on how to use the
memory card 10
ƃWhen Using the Camera for the
First Time 12
ƃLCD monitor indicator 13
ƃChanging the recording mode 14
ƃStarting the recording mode 14
ƈHow to use the AUTO mode 14
ƈ
How to use the PROGRAM mode 14
ƈ
How to use the MANUAL mode 15
ƈ
How to use the MOVIE CLIP mode 15
ƈ
Recording the movie clip without voice 15
ƈ
Pausing while recording a movie clip 15
ƈNight / Portrait / Children mode 16
ƈHow to use the SCENE mode 16
ƈHow to use the VOICE
RECORDING mode 17
ƃThings to Watch Out for When
Taking Pictures 17
ƃUsing the camera buttons to set
the camera 18
ƈPOWER button 18
ƈShutter button 18
ƈZOOM W / T button 18
ƈM(Mode) button 19
ƈVoice recording / Voice memo /
UP button 20
ƈMacro / Down button 20
ƈFocus lock 21
ƈFlash / Left button 21
ƈSelf-timer / Right button 23
ƈMENU / OK button 24
ƈE (Effect) button 24
ƈSpecial Effect : Colour 25
ƈ
Special Effect : Preset focus frames 25
ƈ
Special Effect : Composite shooting 26
ƈSpecial Effect : Photo Frame 28
ƈ+ / - button 28
ƃUsing the LCD monitor to set the
camera settings 31
ƈHow to use the menu 31
ƈSize 32
ƈQuality / Frame rate 32
ƈMetering 33
ƈContinuous shot 33
ƈSharpness 34
ƈ
OSD (On Screen Display) information 34
ƃStarting play mode 35
ƈPlaying back a still image 35
ƈPlaying back a movie clip 35
ƈHow to capture the movie clip 35
ƈPlaying back a recorded voice 36
ƃLCD monitor Indicator 36
ƃUsing the camera buttons to set
the camera 37
ƈ
Thumbnail / Enlargement button 37
ƈVoice memo / Up button 38
ƈPlay & Pause / Down button 39
ƈE (Effect) button 39
ƈDelete button 40
ƈPrinter button 40
ƈLeft / Right / Menu / OK button 41
ƃSetting up the play back function
using the LCD monitor 41
ƈStarting the slide show 43
ƈProtecting images 44
ƈDeleting images 45
ƈResize 45
ƈRotating an image 46
ƈDPOF 46
ƈDPOF : Standard 47
ƈDPOF : Index 47
ƈDPOF : Print size 48
ƈCopy To Card 48
ƈOn Screen Display information 49
ƈPictBridge 49
ƈPictBridge : Picture Selection 50
ƈPictBridge : Print Setting 50
ƈPictBridge : Printing 51
ƈPictBridge : Reset 52
ƃSetup menu 52
ƈFile name 53
ƈAuto power off 54
ƈLanguage 54
ƈFormatting a memory 55
ƈSetting up the Date / Time /
Date type 55
ƈImprinting the recording date 55
ƈSound 56
ƈ
Connecting an External Device (USB) 56
ƈAuto Focus lamp 56
ƈLCD brightness 56
ƈSelecting Video out type 57
ƈQuick view 57
ƈInitialisation 58
ƈSelecting a battery type 58
ƃSetting up the Mycam menu 58
ƈStart up image 58
ƈStart up sound 59
ƈShutter sound 59
ƃImportant notes 59
ƃWarning indicator 61
ƃ
Before contacting a service centre 61
ƃSpecifications 63
ƃSoftware Notes 65
ƃSystem Requirements 65
ƃAbout the software 65
ƃ
Setting up the application software 66
ƃStarting PC mode 68
ƃRemoving the removable disk 70
ƃ
Setting up the USB Driver for MAC 71
ƃUsing the USB Driver for MAC 71
ƃDigimax Master 71
ƃFAQ 74
PLAY
SETUP
SOFTWARE
RECORDING

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System chart
Please check that you have the correct contents before using this product. The
contents can vary depending on the sales region. To buy the optional equipment,
contact your nearest Samsung dealer or Samsung service centre.
Software CD
(see p.65)
Camera strap
User manual,
Product warranty
Camera case
Rechargeable battery
(SNB-2512)
AA Alkaline
Batteries
AC cord Charger(SBC-N1)
External monitor
(see p.57)
For Windows
ҮWindows 98 / 98SE / 2000 / ME / XP
ҮPC with processor better than
Pentium II 450MHz (Pentium 700MHz
or better is recommended)
Ү200MB of available hard-disk space
ҮMinimum 64MB RAM
Ү1024x768 pixels, 16-bit colour display
compatible monitor (24-bit colour
display recommended)
ҮCD-ROM drive
ҮDirectX 9.0 or later
ҮUSB port
For Macintosh
ҮPower Mac G3 or later
ҮMac OS 9.2 ~ 10.3
ҮMinimum 64MB RAM
Ү110MB of available hard-disk space
ҮUSB port
ҮCD-ROM drive
System Requirements
When you connect the camera to a
computer, printer or external monitor,
you must to use the USB / AV cable
(Optional) supplied with the camera,
or the external devices can't
recognise the camera.
CAUTION
< Included items >
Computer
(see p.68)
PictBridge compatible
printer (see p.49)
SD memory card / MMC
(see p.9)
DPOF compatible
printer (see p.46)
USB cable AV cable

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Identification of features
Flash
Self-timer lamp /
Auto focus lamp
Strap eyelet
Shutter button
M(Mode) button
Power button
Speaker
Microphone
Lens / Lens cover
Front & Top

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Identification of features
Back & Bottom
LCD monitor
Tripod
5 function button
E (Effects) button
Play mode / Printer button
Zoom T button (Digital zoom)
Camera status lamp
Zoom W button (Thumbnail)
+/- button, Delete button
USB / AV connection terminal

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Identification of features
Bottom / 5-function button
Battery chamber
Battery chamber cover
Voice memo /
Voice Recording / Up button
Flash /
Left button
Menu / OK button
Self-timer /
Right button
Macro / Down button
Play & Pause button
Memory card slot

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Connecting to a Power Source
Identification of features
ƈSelf-timer lamp
Icon Status Description
For the first 8 seconds, the lamp blinks at 1 second
intervals.
For the final 2 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at 0.25-
second intervals.
For the 2 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at 0.25-second
intervals before taking a picture
A picture will be taken after about 10 seconds and 2
seconds later a second picture will be taken.
Blinking
Blinking
Blinking
ƈCamera Status Lamp
ƈMode icon Refer to page 14~17 for more information about the camera mode
setting.
MODE AUTO PROGRAM MANUAL NIGHT PORTRAIT CHILDREN MOVIE PLAY
Icon
LANDSCAPE CLOSE UP SUNSET DAWN BACKLIGHT FIREWORKS BEACH & SNOW
Icon
MODE SCENE
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 voice memo recording The lamp blinks
While voice recording The lamp blinks
Transmitting Data with a PC The lamp turns on (LCD monitor turns off)
When the printer is printing The lamp blinks
The lamp turns on (The camera focus on the subject)
The lamp blinks (The camera doesn't focus on the subject)
After taking a picture
When the AF activates
When the USB cable is
inserted to a printer The lamp is off
Power on
ƃWe recommend using batteries for a digital camera (Within a year from the date
of manufacture). The batteries are listed below.
- Non rechargeable batteries : 2 X AA Alkaline (High Capacity)
- Rechargeable batteries (Optional) : SNB-2512 (Ni-MH)
Using the batteries
Model SNB-2512
Type Ni-MH
Capacity 2,500mAh
Voltage 1.2V X 2
Charging time Approximately 240 Minutes
(Use for SBC-N1)
ſIncluded battery may vary depending on sales region.

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Connecting to a Power Source
Important information about battery usage
ƃWhen the camera is not used, turn off the camera power.
ƃPlease remove the battery if the camera will not be used for long periods.
Battery can lose power over time and are prone to leaking if kept inside the
camera.
ƃLow temperatures (below 0˚C) can affect the performance of the battery
and you may experience reduced battery life.
ƃBatteries will usually recover at normal temperatures.
ƃDuring extended use of the camera, the camera body may become warm.
This is perfectly normal.
INFORMATION
Inserting the memory card
ƈInsert the battery as shown
- If the camera does not turn on after you
have inserted battery, please check
whether the battery is inserted with the
correct polarity (+ / -).
- When the battery chamber cover is opened,
do not press the battery chamber cover by
force. This may cause damage to the
battery chamber cover.
Battery
status
Battery
indicator
The battery is
fully charged
Low battery capacity
(Prepare to recharge
or use spare battery)
Low battery capacity
(Prepare to recharge
or use spare battery)
Low battery capacity
(Prepare to recharge
or use spare battery)
ƈThere are 4 indicators for battery condition that are displayed on the LCD
monitor.
ƈInsert the memory card as shown.
- Turn off the camera’s power before
inserting the memory card.
- 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).
- Do not insert the memory card the wrong
way round. Doing so may damage the
memory card slot.

ƃBe sure to format the memory card (see p.55) if you are using a newly
purchased memory for the first time, if it contains data that the camera cannot
recognise, or if it contains images captured with a different camera.
ƃTurn off the camera power whenever the memory card is being inserted or
removed.
ƃRepeated 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.
ƃThe memory card is an electronic precision device.
Do not bend, drop or subject the memory card to any heavy impact.
ƃDo not store the memory card in an environment with strong electronic or
magnetic fields, e.g. near loud speakers or TV receivers.
ƃPlease do not use or store in an environment where there are extremes in
temperature.
ƃDo 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.
ƃPlease keep the memory card in its case when not in use.
ƃDuring and after periods of extended use, you may notice that the memory card
is warm. This is perfectly normal.
ƃDo not use a memory card that is used in another digital camera.
To use the memory card in this camera, format the memory card using this
camera.
ƃDo not use a memory card formatted by another digital camera or memory card
reader.
ƃIf 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.
ƃSamsung cannot be held responsible for lost data.
ƃIt is advisable to copy important data onto other media as back-up e.g. floppy
disks, hard disks, CD etc.
ƃIf there is insufficient memory available
: A [Memory Full!] message will appear and the camera will not operate. To
optimise the amount of memory in the camera, replace the memory card or
delete unnecessary images stored on the memory card.
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Instructions on how to use the memory card

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Instructions on how to use the memory card
[ SD (Secure Digital) memory card ]
Write protect
switch
Label
Card pins
ƈThe camera can use SD Memory Cards and MMC (Multi Media Cards).
Please consult the enclosed manual for using the MMC Cards.
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.
ƃDon't remove the memory card when the camera status lamp is blinking as
this may cause damage to data in the memory card.
INFORMATION ƈWhen using a 20MB 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 and memory card type.
ſThe recording times can be changed by the zoom operation.
The zoom button doesn’t use during the movie recording.
Recorded image size Super Fine Fine Normal 30FPS 15FPS
7 14 21 - -
10 18 24 - -
12 23 32 - -
20 35 43 - -
52 84 90 - -
115 127 158 - -
---About 17" About 31"
---About 1' About 1' 49"
---About 2' 55" About 4' 44"
640
320
160
5M
4M
3M
2M
1M
VGA
Movie
clip
Still
image

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When Using the Camera for the First Time
ƈCharge the rechargeable battery fully before using the camera for the first time.
ƈWhen the camera is turned on for the first time, a menu will be displayed to set
date / time, language and battery type in the LCD monitor. This menu will not be
displayed after setting up. Set up the date / time, language and battery type
before using this camera.
ƃSetting up the date, time and date type
1. Select the [Date&Time] menu by pressing
the UP / DOWN button and press
the RIGHT button.
2. Select the desired sub menu by pressing
the UP / DOWN / LEFT / RIGHT button
and press the OK button.
RIGHT button : Selects YEAR / MONTH / DAY / HOUR / MINUTE / DATE
TYPE
LEFT button : Moves the cursor to the [Date&Time] main menu if the cursor
is at the first item of the date and time setup. In all other
instances, the cursor will be shifted to the left of its current
position.
UP/ DOWN button : Changes the value of each item.
ƃSetting up the battery type
1. Select the [Battery Type] menu by pressing the
UP / DOWN button and press the RIGHT button.
2. Select the desired sub menu by pressing the
UP / DOWN button and press the OK button.
ƃSetting up the language
1. Select the [Language] menu by pressing the
UP / DOWN button and press the RIGHT button.
2. Select the desired sub menu by pressing the
UP / DOWN button and press the OK button.
When the settings are complete, press the MENU
button twice to exit the menu screen.
ƃYou can select one of 22 languages. These are listed below :
- English, Korean, French, German, Spanish, Italian, S.Chinese, T.Chinese,
Japanese, Russian, Portuguese, Dutch, Danish, Swedish, Finnish, Thai,
BAHASA(MALAY / INDONESIAN), Arabic, Czech, Polish, Hungarian and
Turkish.
ƃEven if the camera is restarted, the language setting will be maintained.
INFORMATION
SETUP
Date&Time
Language
Battery Type
Back:
 Set:OK
06/01/01
13:00
yy/mm/dd


SETUP
Date&Time
Language
Battery Type Alkaline
Ni-MH
Back:
 Set:OK
SETUP
Date&Time
Language
Battery Type
ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS
DEUTSCH
ESPAÑOL
Back:  Set:OK

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LCD monitor indicator
[Image & Full Status]
ں
ڻ
ڽ
ڼ
ھ
ڿ
ۀ
ہ
؅
ۇ
ۅ
ۆ
؇
؆
؉
؈
ۄۂ ۃ
؋ ؊ڹ
ƈThe LCD monitor displays information about the shooting functions and
selections.
No. Description Icons Page
4Continuous shot p.33
5Flash p.21~23
6Self-timer p.23
7Macro p.20~21
8 Metering p.33
9 Card inserted indicator -
10 Auto focus frame -
11 Camera shake warning p.17
12 Date / Time 2006/01/01 01:00 PM p.55
13 Exposure compensation p.30
14 White Balance p.29~30
15 ISO p.29
16 RGB RGB p.28
17 Sharpness p.34
18 Image quality / Frame rate p.32
19 Image size p.32
Number of available shots remaining 12 p.11
21 Voice memo p.20
20
22 Optical / Digital Zoom bar /
Digital Zoom rate
Remaining time
(Movie clip / Voice recording) 00:01:30/ 01:00:00 p.11
p.18~19
No. Description Icons Page
2Battery p.9
3
Aperture Value / Shutter Speed F2.8, 1/30 p.15
Recording mode p.14~17 1

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Changing the recording mode Starting the recording mode
ƈHow to use the PROGRAM mode ( )
Selecting the automatic mode will configure the
camera with optimal settings. You can still manually
configure all functions except the aperture value and
shutter speed.
1. Press the menu button to configure advanced
functions such as image size (p.32), quality (p.32),
metering (p.33), continuous shooting (p.33) and
special effects (p.24).
ƈHow to use the AUTO mode ( )
Please select this mode for quick and easy picture taking with minimal user
interaction.
ƃIf 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
1. Point the camera towards the subject and
compose the image by using the LCD monitor.
2. Press the shutter button to capture an image.
ƈYou can select the desired working mode using the M(Mode) button located on
the top of the camera.
1. Insert the batteries (p.9). Insert the batteries taking note of the polarity(+/-).
2. Insert the memory card (p.9).
As this camera has a 20MB 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.
(If the date / time that is displayed on the LCD
monitor is incorrect, reset the date / time
before taking a picture.)
5. The previously used recording mode will
appear in the display.
6. Press the M(Mode)button located on the top
of the camera and the mode selection menu
will display.
7. To select the Auto, Program, Manual, Movie
clip, Night, Portrait, Children or Scene modes,
press the Left / Right button.
8. Press the M(Mode) button, OK button or
Shutter button and a recording mode selected
on the [mode selection menu] will be selected.
Auto

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Starting the recording mode
ƈHow to use the MANUAL mode ( )
You can manually configure all functions with the aperture value and shutter
speed.
1. Press the + / - button and menu for the shutter
speed and aperture value will display.
Up / Down button : changes aperture value
Left / Right button : changes shutter speed.
2. Press the + / - button twice and take an image.
* Smaller Aperture values make the object sharp but blur the background. Larger
Aperture values make both the object and background sharp.
* High Shutter speeds can capture a moving object in a still image as if the object is
not moving. Low Shutter speeds can capture a moving object with an ‘active’
effect.
ƈHow to use the MOVIE CLIP mode ( )
A movie clip can be recorded for as long as the available recording time of the
memory capacity allows.
1. Point the camera towards the subject and
compose the image by using the LCD monitor.
Press the shutter button and movie clips are
recorded for as long as the available recording
time. 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, 160X120 (Selectable)
- File type : *.avi (MJPEG)
ƈRecording the movie clip without voice
You can record the movie clip without voice.
1. Press the Up button and the icon will display
on the LCD monitor.
2. Press the shutter button and movie clip is
recorded for as long as the available recording
time without voice.
3. To stop the recording, press the shutter button
again.
ƈPausing while recording a movie clip (Successive Recording)
This camera allows you to temporarily stop during unwanted scenes, while
recording a movie clip. Using this function, you can record your favourite scenes
into a movie clip without having to create multiple movie clips.
ƃUsing Successive Recording
1. Press the shutter button and movie clips are
recorded for as long as the available recording time.
Movie clips will still be recorded if the shutter button
is released.
2. Press the Pause button ( ) to pause recording.
Press the Pause button ( ) again to resume
the recording.
3. If you wish to stop recording, press the shutter
button again.
[Successive recording of a movie clip]
Stop:Shutter REC:  /

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[Night mode] [Portrait mode] [Children mode]
ƈNight / Portrait / Children mode
- Night mode : Use this for still images at night or in other dark conditions
- Portrait mode : To take a picture of a person
- Children mode : To take a still picture of moving children
ƈHow to use the SCENE mode ( )
Use the menu to easily configure optimal settings for a variety of shooting
situations. These include LANDSCAPE, CLOSE UP, SUNSET, DAWN,
BACKLIGHT, FIREWORKS and BEACH & SNOW scenes.
1. Press the menu button and select a desired
scene menu.
ſThe scene modes are listed below.
[Landscape] ( ) : To take pictures of distant scenery.
[Close up] ( ) : Close-up shooting for small objects such as
plants and insects.
[Sunset] ( ) : For taking pictures of sunsets.
[Dawn] ( ) : Daybreak scenes..
[Backlight] ( ) : Portrait without shadows caused by backlight.
[FIirework] ( ) : Firework scenes.
[Beach&Snow] ( ) : For ocean, lake, beach and snowscape scenes.
Starting the recording mode

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Starting the recording mode
ƈHow to use the VOICE RECORDING mode ( )
1. In any mode with the exception of Movie clip mode,
select the VOICE RECORDING mode by pressing
the Voice recording button twice.
2. 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
* A distance of 40cm between you and the
camera (microphone) is the best distance to record sound.
REC:Shutter Exit
Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures
ƈPressing the shutter button down half way.
Lightly press the shutter button to confirm focus and flash battery charge.
Press the shutter button all way down to take the picture.
[ Lightly press the shutter button ] [ Press the shutter button ]
ƈThe available recording time may vary depending on shooting conditions and
camera settings.
ƈWhen the Flash Off or Slow synchro mode is selected in a low lighting condition,
the camera shake warning indicator ( ) may appear on the LCD monitor. In
this case, use a tripod, support the camera on a solid surface or change to flash
shot mode.
ƈShooting against the light :
Please do not take pictures to the sunlight direction. Taking a picture against the
sun may make the picture dark. To take a picture against the sun, please use the
[Backlight] in the scene shooting mode (see page 16), fill-in flash (see page 22),
spot metering (see page 33), or exposure compensation (see page 30).
ƈAvoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image.
ƈCompose the image by using the LCD monitor.
ƈUnder certain conditions the auto focus system may not perform as expected.
- When photographing a subject that has little contrast.
- If the subject is highly reflective or shiny.
- If the subject is moving at high speed.
- When there is strong reflected light, or when the background is very bright.
- When the subject matter has only horizontal lines or the subject is very narrow
(such as a stick or flagpole).
- When the surroundings are dark.

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Using the camera buttons to set the camera ZOOM W / T button
ƈThe recording mode function can be set up by using the camera buttons.
ƃUsed for turning the camera’s power on / off.
ƃIf there is no operation during the specified time,
the camera's power will be turned off
automatically to save battery life.
Refer to page 54 for more information about the
auto power off function.
POWER button
ƃUsed for taking an image or recording voice in
the RECORDING mode.
ƃIn MOVIE CLIP mode :
Pressing the shutter button down fully starts the
process for recording a movie clip. Press the
shutter button once and the movie clip is
recorded for as long as the available recording
time in the memory allows. If you wish to stop recording, press the shutter button
again.
ƃIn STILL IMAGE mode
Pressing the shutter button down halfway activates the autofocus and checks
the condition of the flash. Pressing the shutter button down fully takes and stores
the image. If you select voice memo recording, the recording will start after the
camera has finished storing the image data.
Shutter button
ƃIf the menu is not displayed, this button works
as the OPTICAL ZOOM or DIGITAL ZOOM
button.
ƃThis camera has a 3X optical zoom and a 5X digital zoom function.
Using both will offer a total zoom ratio of 15X.
ƃTELE Zoom
Optical zoom TELE : Pressing the ZOOM T button. This will zoom into the
subject i.e. the subject will appear nearer.
Digital zoom TELE : When the maximum (3X) optical zoom is selected,
pressing the ZOOM T button activates the digital zoom
software. Releasing ZOOM T button stops the digital
zooming at the required setting. Once the maximum
digital zoom (5X) is achieved, pressing the ZOOM T
button will have no effect.
[ WIDE zoom ] [ TELE zoom ] [ Digital zoom 5.0X ]
Pressing
the ZOOM
T button
Pressing
the ZOOM
T button

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ZOOM W / T button
[ TELE zoom ] [ Optical zoom 2X ] [ WIDE zoom ]
Pressing
the ZOOM
W button
Pressing
the ZOOM
W button
[ Digital zoom 5.0X ] [ TELE zoom ] [ WIDE zoom ]
Pressing
the ZOOM
W button
Pressing
the ZOOM
W button
ƃWIDE Zoom
Optical zoom WIDE : Pressing the ZOOM W button. This will zoom out from
the subject i.e. the subject will appear further away.
Pressing the ZOOM W button continuously will set the
camera to its minimum zoom setting i.e. the subject
appears at its furthest from the camera.
Digital zoom WIDE : When the digital zoom is in operation, pressing the
ZOOM W button will reduce the digital zooming in
steps. Releasing ZOOM W button stops digital
zooming. Pressing the ZOOM W button will reduce
the digital zoom and then it will continue to reduce the
optical zoom until the minimum setting is reached.
Optical zoom
Digital zoom
ƃImages taken using the digital zoom may take a little longer for the camera
to process. Allow time for this to take place.
ƃThe digital zoom cannot be used in movie clip shots.
ƃYou may notice a decrease in image quality when using the digital zoom.
ƃTo view a clearer digital zoom image, press the shutter button halfway at the
maximum (3X) optical zoom position and press the zoom T button again.
ƃThe digital zoom can't be activated in the Nightscene mode, Children mode
and two scene modes (Close up, Fireworks).
ƃTake care not to touch the lens to avoid taking an unclear image and
possibly causing camera malfunction. If the image is dim, turn the camera
power off and on again to modify the lens position.
ƃTake care not to press the lens as this may cause a camera malfunction.
ƃWhen the camera is turned on, take care not to touch the camera's moving
lens parts as this may cause the resulting image to be dim and unclear.
INFORMATION
ƈM(Mode) button
ƃYou can select the desired recording mode.
The selectable recording modes are listed below.
- Auto, Program, Manual, Movie Clip, Night,
Portrait, Children, Scene mode.
ſRefer to page 14 for more information about
the M(Mode) button.