Samsung DIGIMAX I50 User manual

ENGLISH
User’s Manual
Thank you for buying a Samsung Camera.
This manual will guide you through using the camera and
MP3 player, including capturing images,
downloading images, playing music and using the application software.

《2》
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
Application software CD-ROM. (p.127)
Take a picture. (p.23)
Insert the supplied USB cable into the PC’s USB
port and the camera’s USB connection terminal.
(p.136)
Check the camera’s power. If the power is turned off,
press the camera button to turn it on. (p.30)
Take a picture
Check the
camera’s power
Check
[Removable Disk]
Open Window’s EXPLORER and search for
[Removable Disk]. (p.137)
●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.

《3》
Contents
READY
●Getting to know your camera 5
●Danger/ Warning 6
●Caution/ An FCC warning 7
●System chart 8
●Identification of features 10
●Cradle 11
●Connecting to a Power Source 13
■Using the SAC-41 14
■How to charge the rechargeable battery
(SLB-0737) with the SAC-41 14
■Important information about battery
(SLB-0737) charging with the SAC-41 15
■Using the battery/ Removing the battery 17
● Instructions on how to use the memory card 18
●Inserting the memory card 20
●Removing the memory card 20
● When Using the Camera for the First Time 21
●LCD monitor indicator 22
●Changing the recording mode 23
●Starting the recording mode 25
■How to use the Auto mode 25
■How to use the Movie clip mode 25
■Recording the movie clip without voice 26
■Pausing while recording a movie clip
(Successive Recording) 26
■How to use the Manual mode 26
■How to use the Scene modes 27
■ How to use the VOICE RECORDING mode 28
■How to use the SF mode 28
● Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures 29
● Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera 30
●POWER button/ SHUTTER button 30
●ZOOM W/ T button 30
●Voice memo/ UP button 32
●Macro/ Down button 33
●Focus lock 35
●Flash / Left button 36
●Self-timer/ Right button/ 38
●MENU/ OK button 39
●M (Mode) button 39
●SF button 41
●+/- button 42
●Using the LCD monitor to adjust the
camera settings 46
●How to use the menu/ Mode 48
●Mode Set 49
●Size 50
●Quality/ Frame rate 51
●Metering/ Continuous shot 52
●Sharpness 53
●OSD(On Screen Display) information 53
●Effect 54
●Special Effect 55
●Special Effect : Preset focus frames 55
●Special Effect : Composite shooting 57
●Special Effect : Photo Frame 59
●Movie Clip frame stabiliser 60
●Starting play mode 61
■Playing back a still image 61
■Playing back a movie clip 62
■How to capture the movie clip 62
■On camera movie trimming 63
■Playing back a recorded voice 64
●LCD monitor indicator 65
● Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera 66
●Play mode button 66
● Thumbnail/ Enlargement button/ Volume button 67
●Voice memo/ Up button 69
RECORDING
PLAY

《4》
Contents
●Play & Pause/ Down button 70
●Delete button 70
●Left/ Right/ Menu/ OK button 71
●Album button 72
●Setting up the play back function using the
LCD monitor 75
●Starting the slide show 78
●Protecting images 80
●Deleting images 81
●Resize 82
●Effect 83
●Rotating an image/ DPOF 84
●Copy To Card 87
●On Screen Display information 88
●PictBridge 89
●Setup menu 94
●File name 95
●Auto power off 96
●Language 97
●Formatting a memory card 97
●Setting up the Date/ Time/ Date type 98
●Imprinting the recording date 98
●Sound 99
●Connecting an External Device (USB) 99
●Auto Focus lamp/ LCD brightness 100
●Selecting Video out type 101
●Quick view/ Initialisation 103
●Setting up the Mycam menu 104
●Start up image 104
●Start up sound/ Shutter sound 105
●MP3 mode 106
●Starting the MP3 mode 107
●LCD monitor indicator for MP3 mode 109
●Using the camera buttons to adjust the
camera 110
●Playlist button 110
●Hold button 111
●Volume button 112
●Control button 112
●Delete button 112
●Setting up the play back function
using the LCD monitor 113
● Play mode …………………………………113
● Delete all …………………………………114
● Slide Show ………………………………114
●Important notes 115
●Warning indicator 117
●Before contacting a service centre 118
●Specifications 121
●Software Notes 124
●System Requirements 124
●About the software 125
●Setting up the application software 127
●Starting PC mode 136
●Removing the USB Driver for
Windows 98SE 139
●Removable Disk 141
●Removing the removable disk 142
●Setting up the USB Driver for MAC 143
●Using the USB Driver for MAC 143
●Digimax Master 144
●Digimax Reader 150
●FAQ 152
MP3 MODE
SOFTWARE
SETUP

《5》
Getting to know your camera
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 battery, 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.
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.
Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)
(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate
collection systems) This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that
it should not be disposed with other household wastes at the end of its working life.
To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled
waste disposal, please separate this from other types of wastes and recycle it responsibly to
promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. Household users should contact either the
retailer where they purchased this product, or their local government office, for details of where
and how they can take this item for environmentally safe recycling. Business users should
contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract.
This product should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal.
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.

《6》
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.
■For safety reasons keep this product and accessories out of reach of children or animals to
prevent accidents e.g.:
•Swallowing battery 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.
■battery 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 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 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.
Warning

《7》
Caution
■Leaking, overheating, or burst battery could result in fire or injury.
•Use battery with the correct specification for the camera.
•Do not short circuit, heat or dispose of battery in fire.
•Do not insert the battery with the reverse polarities.
■Remove 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.
■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 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.
■Take care not to touch the lens and where the lens cover is to avoid taking an unclear image
and possibly causing camera malfunction.
■Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image.
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 the users authority to operate the equipment.

《8》
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.125, 126)
Camera strap
User manual,
Product warranty
Camera case
SD memory card/MMC
(see p.18)
DPOF compatible
printer (see p.84)
Rechargeable battery
(SLB-0737)
Cradle
SAC-41AC cord
< Included items >
※ The charger (SBC-L5), AC charger (SAC-41) or Cradle is optional depending on the sales region.
AC cord Charger (SBC-L5)

《9》
System chart
PictBridge compatible
printer(see p.89)
Computer
External monitor
Yellow colour - Video
White colour - Voice
(see p.101)
For Windows
•Windows 98/ 98SE/ 2000/ ME/ XP
•PC with processor better than Pentium II
450MHz (Pentium 700MHz or better is
recommended)
•200MB of available hard-disk space
(Over 1GB is recommended)
•Minimum 64MB RAM (XP : 128MB)
•1024x768 pixels, 16-bit colour display
compatible monitor (24-bit colour display
recommended)
•DirectX 9.0 or later
•USB port
•CD-ROM drive
For Macintosh
•Power Mac G3 or later
•Mac OS 9.2 ~ 10.3
•Minimum 64MB RAM
•110MB of available hard-disk space
•USB port
•CD-ROM drive
System Requirements
When you connect the camera to a
computer, printer or external monitor, you
have to use the USB/ AV cable supplied
with the camera, or the external devices
can't recognise the camera.
CAUTION
Earphones
USB cable for
recharging the battery
USB cable AV cable

《10》
Identification of features
Front & Top
Back & Bottom
※Take care not to press the lens, lens cover and camera by force. This may cause the camera
malfunction.
Power button
Flash
Optical 3X zoom lens/
Lens cover
SF mode button/
Hold button
Speaker
Microphone
Shutter button
Self-timer lamp/
Auto Focus lamp
LCD monitor
M(Mode/Album) button
Play mode button
Earphones Jack
Zoom T button
(Digital zoom, Vol. Up)
5 function button
+/-, DELETE button
DC/USB/AV connection terminal
Cradle connector
Camera status
lamp
Zoom W button
(Thumbnail, Vol. Down)
Strap eyelet

《11》
Identification of features
■You can recharge your rechargeable battery, transfer a captured image to print, and
download images with the cradle. (Refer to page 14, 89 and 136)
FLASH/
LEFT button
MENU/ OK
button
Macro/ DOWN button
Play & Pause button
SELF-TIMER/
RIGHT button
Voice memo/ UP button
Bottom / 5-function button
Cradle
Battery holder
Memory card slot
Battery chamber
Battery chamber cover
●Back
●Top
Camera
connection
terminal
USB port
AV connection
terminal
DC connection
terminal

《12》
Identification of features
■Mode icon : Refer to page 39, 40 for more information about the camera mode setting.
■Self-timer lamp
Icon Status Description
Blinking For the 2 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at 0.25-second intervals.
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.
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
The lamp lights up (LCD monitor turns off after initializing
the device)
Transmitting Data with a PC The lamp blinks (LCD monitor turns off)
When the printer is printing The lamp blinks
Blinking
Blinking
Power on
After taking a picture
When the USB cable is inserted to
a PC
When the USB cable is inserted to
a printer The lamp lights up
MODE VOICE RECORDING MP3 MOVIE AUTO MANUAL SF PLAY
Icon
NIGHT PORTRAIT CHILDREN LANDSCAPE CLOSE UP TEXT
Icon
MODE SUNSET DAWN BACKLIGHT FIREWORKS BEACH&SNOW -
Icon -
MODE
SCENE

《13》
Connecting to a Power Source
Important information about battery usage
●When the camera is not used, turn off the camera power.
●Please 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.
●Low temperatures (below 0˚C) can affect the performance of the battery and you may
experience reduced battery life.
●Battery will usually recover at normal temperatures.
●During extended use of the camera, the camera body may become warm.
This is perfectly normal.
INFORMATION
■You should use the rechargeable battery (SLB-0737) supplied with the camera.
Be sure to charge the battery before using the camera.
■SLB-0737 rechargeable battery Specification
■Number of images and battery life
※These figures are measured under Samsung’s standard conditions and Shooting conditions
and may vary depending on the way of user’s usage.
Model SLB-0737
Type Lithium Ion
Capacity 760mAh
Voltage 3.7V
Charging time Approx. 150 MIN (Using the SAC-41)
Still image Movie MP3
Battery life Number of images Recording time Playing time
Approx. 75 MIN Approx. 150 Approx.65 MIN About 240 min.
Using the fully charged battery
Auto mode, 5M image size
Fine image quality,
Shot to shot interval : 30Sec.
Changing the zoom position
between the Wide and the Tele
ends every 1 shot.
Using the flash every two times.
Based on
the
following
shooting
conditions
Using the fully
charged battery
640X480 image size
30fps frame rate
Using the fully
charged battery
LCD Off.

《14》
Connecting to a Power Source
If you have access to a mains supply, using an SAC-41 allows the camera to be used for long
periods of time.
Plug the SAC-41 into the DC connection terminal on the camera or cradle.
Before turning on the camera power with an SAC-41, insert the rechargeable battery that was
charged for over 10 minutes with turning off the camera.
●Charging with the cradle
1. Insert the rechargeable battery into the battery
chamber.
■How to charge the rechargeable battery (SLB-0737) with the SAC-41.
Using the SAC-41
●Always turn off the power before taking the SAC-41 out of the mains supply.
●As with all mains powered devices, safety is important. Ensure that neither the camera
nor Charger comes into contact with water or metallic materials.
●Please ensure that you use the SAC-41 with the correct specification for the camera.
Failure to do so may affect your warranty.
DANGER
2. Place the camera correctly in the
cradle.
3. Put the SAC-41 into your power socket
and DC connection terminal of the cradle.
Charging LED

《15》
Connecting to a Power Source
※If you connect the SAC-41 to camera without inserting the rechargeable battery, the charging
LED will brink or be off. In this case, insert the battery and connect the SAC-41 again.
■Important information about battery (SLB-0737) charging with the SAC-41
●If the charging LED of the SAC-41 does not
turn on or blink after inserting the rechargeable
battery, please check whether the battery are
inserted correctly.
●Please check the battery charging status with
the charging LED of SAC-41.
Charging LED
Charging LED
●Charging with the camera
1. Insert the rechargeable battery into the battery
chamber.
2. Put the SAC-41 into your power socket and
DC connection terminal of the camera.
■How to charge the rechargeable battery (SLB-0737) with the SAC-41.

《16》
Connecting to a Power Source
■Charging LED of the SAC-41
Status Using the cradle Direct to the camera
Being Charged Red LED is on Red LED is on
Charging is complete Green LED is on Green LED is on
Charging error Red LED is off or blinking Red LED is off or blinking
●If there is a charging error, please check all the power connections are in place.
●A USB cable for transmitting data can’t be used for charging the rechargeable battery.
●A USB cable for recharging the battery is optional.
- When the USB cable is inserted into the connection terminal of the camera, you can charge
the battery and tramsmit data at the same time.
- When the USB cable is inserted into the DC connection terminal of the cradle, you can
charge the battery. When the USB cable is inserted into the USB port of the cradle, you can
transmit data.
■Charging time (When the camera is turned off)
- Using the cradle : About 150MIN
- Using the SAC-41 : About 150MIN
- Using the USB cable: About 150MIN
Important information about the rechargeable battery.
●If you charge the battery with the camera power on, the battery can't charge fully.
To charge the battery fully, turn the camera off when you charge it.
●If you insert the fully discharged battery to charge it, do not turn on the camera at the
same time. The camera may not be turned on because of the low battery capacity.
Charge the battery for over 10 minutes to use the camera.
●Do not use the flash frequently or take a movie clip with the fully discharged battery
charged for a short time. Even if the charger is inserted, the camera power may be turned
off because the rechargeable battery is discharged again.
INFORMATION

《17》
Connecting to a Power Source
Using the battery : If the camera does not turn on after you have inserted battery, please
check whether the battery are inserted with the correct polarity(+/-).
2. Insert the battery taking note of the polarity
(+ / -).
3. To close the battery chamber cover, push it
until it clicks.
Removing the battery
1. Turn off the camera power.
Open the battery chamber cover and move the
battery holder aside. The battery will be released.
2. Take out the battery and close the battery
chamber cover.
■There are 4 indicators for battery condition that are displayed on the LCD monitor.
1. Open the battery chamber cover by pushing in
the direction of the arrow.
●When the battery chamber cover is opened, do not press the battery chamber cover by
force. This may cause the battery chamber cover modification or breakage.
INFORMATION
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)

《18》
Instructions on how to use the memory card
●Be sure to format the memory card (see p.97) 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.
●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 the memory card using this camera.
●Do not use a memory card formatted by another digital camera or memory card reader.
●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
: A [Card 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.

《19》
Instructions on how to use the memory card
●Don't remove the memory card when the camera status lamp 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 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.
■When using a 32MB 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.
※The zoom buttons are not pressed during the movie clip recording.
The recording times can be changed by the zoom operation.
Recorded image size S. Fine Fine Normal 30FPS 15FPS
5M(2592x1944) 11 21 32 - -
4M(2272x1704) 14 27 40 - -
3M(2048x1536) 17 33 49 - -
2M(1600x1200) 28 52 75 - -
1M(1024x768) 66 111 151 - -
VGA(640x480) 149 217 275 - -
640(640X480) - - -
About 2MIN About 4MIN
320(320X240) - - - About 4MIN About 8MIN
160(160X128) - - - About 8MIN About 15MIN
Still
image
* Movie
clip

《20》
Inserting the memory card
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.
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.
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
●When the camera is turned on, inserting or removing the memory card turns the camera
power off.
INFORMATION