Samsung SDC-33 User manual

SDC- 33
Digital Still Camera
User's Guide I-_
For Windows=3.1 and Windows=95

Features
Take pictures instantly ... without loading film.
Congratulationson your purchaseof Samsung'sstate-of-the-arteasy-to-usedigital
camera.You can instantlytake a picture,loadthe pictureonto your PC,andoutputit
immediately throughyour monitororprinter.
Cleanhigh-quality picture
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Transfer the pi_ure
A progressivescanningCCDimage
sensorwith350thousandpixelsis
usedto rendervividandclearpictures.
Large imagestoragecapacity
The built-in4MBinternalflash memory
will holdupto 45 highquality(Standard)
or 180reducedsize(Economy)pictures.

Printer
-Inkjet
-Laser
-Dye Sublimation
Makeaninstantprintofasnapshot.
Sendanemailcardtoyourfriend.
_,Createaphotocalendar.
Livenupyourreportswithvividslideshows.
Createanelectroniccatalogofproducts.
CD-ROM
Disk Drive
Floppy Disk
t CreateanelectronicCD-ROMalbum.
Savesouvenirpicturestofloppydiskto
givetofriends.
Contents
Getti ng started
Features 1
Precautions 3
SafetyInstructions 5
Locationof Controls 7
GettingStarted 9
,_Batteryinsertion 9
Operation
BasicPictureTaking 11
Setting Picture Mode 13
Timer Photography 14
Deleting Pictures 15
Connectingto your PC 17
,_AC Adaptor Usage 18
Software Installation 19
Compactand portabledesign
Thecombinationofsmallsizeand
lightweightdesignmakeitperfectto
carryinyourpocket.
Others
Warning Messages 27
Care and Maintenence 28
Troubleshooting 29
Technical specifications 30
Warranty 32
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Precautions
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE, REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot
and fully insert.
Pour eviter les chocs electriques, introduire la lame la plus large
de la fiche dans la bome correspondante de la prise et pousser
jusq6 au fond.
/i_This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product's enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of fire
or electric shock.
/_\\ This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance instructions in the
literature accompanying this product.
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NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to pan 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures :
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING
The connection of a non-shielded equipment interface cable to this
equipment will invalidate the FCC Certification of this device and may
cause interference levels that exceed the limits established by the FCC
for this equipment. If is the responsibility of the user to obtain and use a
shielded equipment interface cable with this device. If this equipment
has more than one interface connector, do not leave cables connected
to unused interfaces.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer
could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
FOR CANADIAN USERS
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil num6rique de la Classe B respecte toutes tes exigences du
Reglement sur la materiel brouilleur du Canada. 4

SafetyInstructions
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READ INSTRUCTIONS : All the safety and operating instructionsshould be
read beforethe CAMERAis operated.
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS: The safety and operatinginstructionsshould be
retainedfor future reference.
HEED WARNINGS : All warnings on the CAMERAand in the operating
instructionsshouldbe adheredto.
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS :All operating and maintenanceinstructions
shouldbefollowed.
CLEANING : Do not use liquidor aerosolcleaners.Use a soft lint-freecloth.
ATTACHMENTS : Do not useattachmentsnot recommendedbythe
CAMERAproductmanufactureras they may be hazardous.
POWER SOURCES : The CAMERAshould be operated only from the type
of powersource indicatedon the label.
Ifyou arenotsum of thetype of powersupplyat your home,consultyour
appliancedealer or local powercompany.
TheCAMERAisintendedto beoperatedfrombatterypower,or othersources;
refertotheoperatinginstructions.
ACCESSORIES : Do not placethis CAMERAon an unstablecart, stand,
tripod,bracketor table.The CAMERAmayfall,causingseriousinjuryto
a childor adult,andseriousdamageto the unit.Useonlywitha cart,stand
tripod, bracket,or table recommendedby the manufactureror sold withthe
CAMERA. Any mountingof theunit shouldfollowthe manufacturer's
instructionsand should use a mountingaccessoryrecommendedby the
manufacturer.
A. An applianceand cart combinationshouldbe moved
with care.Quickstops,excessiveforceand uneven
surfacesmaycausethe applianceand cart combination
to overturn.PORTABLECARTWARNING
(Symbolprovidedby RETAC)
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SERVICING : Do not attempt to service this CAMERA yourself.
Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or
other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE: Remove the batteries from this
CAMERA and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following ccnditions:
a. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects have fallen into the
CAMERA.
b. If the CAMERA has been exposed to rain or water.
c. If the CAMERA does not operate normally by following the operating
instructions, adjust only those controls that are covered by the
operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may
result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified
technician' to restore the CAMERA to its normal operation.
d. If the CAMERA has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
e. When the CAMERA exhibits a distinct change in performance, this
indicates a need for service.
REPLACEMENT PARTS : When replacement parts are required,
be sure the service technician has used replacement pans specified by
the manufacturer and having the same characteristics as the original
part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or
other hazards.
SAFETY CHECK : Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
CAMERA, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to
determine that the CAMERA is in safe operating order.
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LocationofControls
Timer (page14)
Picture Mode (page13)
STD:Total45pictures
ECO:Total180pictures
PicturesRemaining
Pictures Taken
Batterylevel indicator(pages
Deleteindicator (pages15-16'
Timerlamp(page14)
Operationready indicator
Viewfinder
RS-232C
(page17)
DC inputj
(page18)
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Picture Mode button (page 13)
Timer button (page 14)
Delete button (pages 15-16)
Power switch
•-Battery cover(pages 9-10)
=- Tripod mountinghole
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GettingStarted
insertion ]
Locate the battery cover on
the bottom of the camera
and push it open In the
direction of the arrow.
Thread the thin end of the strap into
the hole on the side of the camera and
loop the large end of the strap around
it as shown in the figure.
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