Samsung DIGIMAX A400 Manuel d'utilisateur

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10Identification of featuresFront & TopBack & BottomZoom W button(Thumbnail)Zoom T button(Digital zoom)5-functionbuttonTripod socketPlay mode

100Starting PC Mode3. Select an image and press the right mousebutton.4. A pop-up menu will open.Click [Cut] or [Copy] menu.- [Cut] : cuts a selected

101Starting PC Mode6. Press the right mouse button and a pop-up menuwill open. Click [Paste].7. An image file is transferred from the camera toyour PC

102Removing the USB Driver for Windows 98SETo remove the USB driver, refer to the process shown below.1. Select [Start Settings] and click [Control P

103Removable DiskTo use this camera as a Removable Disk, install (p.91) the USB Driver.1. Before turning the camera power on, connect the camera to th

104Removing the removable disk[Click!][Double-click!][Click!][Click!]Windows 98SE1. Check whether the camera and PC are transferring a file. If the ca

105Removing the removable disk1. A USB Driver for MAC is not included with the software CD as MAC OS supports thecamera driver.2. Check the MAC OS. Yo

106Digimax Viewer 2.1Before deleting images from the camera, you should download images to your computerthat you wish to keep.Refer to the [Help] menu

107Using PhotoImpressionYou can use PhotoImpression to perform the following tasks.With PhotoImpression, you can edit or store still images that you d

108Using PhotoImpressionTool BarFor detailed instructions on how to use PhotoImpression, please refer to the program's Help.INFORMATIONDigimax Re

109Digimax ReaderHow to use the Digimax Reader1. Connect the camera and the PC with a USB cable and download the images that werestored in the camera

11Identification of featuresVoice recording modeA movie clip can be recorded for as long as the availablerecording time of the memory capacity allows.

110Digimax ReaderPlease check the following if the USB connection malfunctions.[Case 1] The camera power is off.Turn the camera power on.[Case 2] USB

111FAQ[Case 4] The camera is not recognized by your PC. Sometimes, the camera may appear under [Unknown Devices] in DeviceManager.Install the camera d

112FAQPlease check the following if the movie clip doesn't play back.If you installed an incorrect codec onto your PC, the movie clip may not pla

113FAQ2. Compatible problems with the codecs installed onto the PC. If the movie clip doesn't play back after installing the JPEG Decoder, refer

114MEMO

115MEMO

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12Identification of featuresSelf-timer lampStill image modeYou can select from AUTO( ), PROGRAM( ) orSCENE mode. In SCENE mode, you

13Instructions on how to use the power sourceYou can use batteries only to provide the camera with power.We recommend using batteries for a digital ca

14Connecting to a Power Source3. To close the battery chamber cover, push it until it clicks.2. Insert the batteries taking note ofthe polarity (+ / -

15Instructions on how to use the memory cardBe sure to format the memory card (see p.73) if you are using a newly purchased memory forthe first time,

16Instructions on how to use the memory cardThe camera can use SD Memory Cards and MMC (Multi Media Card).If you open the battery chamber cover when t

17Inserting the memory card1. Turn the power off using the power button.Open the battery chamber cover and press the memorycard as shown in the image

18LCD monitor indicatorThe LCD monitor displays information about the shooting functions and selections.[ Image & Full Status ]No. Description Ic

19LCD monitor indicator14 ISO p.3215 Sharpness p.4316 Image quality p.3917 Image size 2272, 2048, 1600, 1024, 640 p.38Number of available shots remai

2InstructionsUse this camera in the following orderInsert the USB cableSet up the camera driverBefore connecting the camera to a PC, via theUSB cable,

20Starting the recording modeRecording VoiceSteps from 1-4 are the same as those for recording amovie clip.5. Select the VOICE RECORDING( ) m

21Things to Watch Out for When Taking PicturesPressing the shutter button down half wayLightly press the shutter button to confirm focus and flash bat

22Using the camera buttons to adjust the cameraThe RECORDING(STILL IMAGE, VOICE RECORDING, MOVIE CLIP) mode function canbe set up by using the camera

23ZOOM W/ T buttonThis camera has a 2.8X optical zoom and a 4X digital zoom function. Using both will offer atotal zoom ratio of 11X.TELE ZoomOptical

24ZOOM W/ T buttonTo use the digital zoom the LCD monitor has to be turned on.Images taken using the digital zoom may take a little longer for the cam

25Voice memo( ) / UP button3. Press the shutter button and take a picture. The picture is stored on the memory.4. Voice memo will be recorded for

26Macro( ) / Down button (Focusing)Available focusing method, by recording mode ( O : Selectable , X : Not selectable, ∞: Infinity focus range)Fo

27Flash ( ) / Left buttonISO WIDE TELEAUTO 0.3m ~ 3.0m 0.3m ~ 2.0mUnit : m[ Selecting the Auto flash ]Flash rangeWhen the menu is displayed on the

28Flash ( ) / Left buttonIcon Flash mode Description Flash mode indicatorIf the subject or background is dark, the camera flash will operateautoma

29Self-timer ( ) / Right buttonSelecting the self-timer1. Slide the mode switch to the STILL IMAGE or MOVIECLIP mode.2. Press the SELF-TIMER butto

Getting to know your camera 5About the icons 5Danger 6Warning 6Caution 7An FCC warning 7System chart 8Identification of features 10Front & Top 10B

30MENU/ OK button MENU button- When you press the MENU button, a menu related to each camera mode will be displayedon the LCD monitor. Pressing it aga

31+/- buttonYou can use the +/- button to adjust the values for the white balance, ISO, exposurecompensation, shutter speed and aperture value. Main m

32+/- buttonUsing the Custom White BalanceWhite balance settings may vary slightly depending on the shooting environment. You can select the most appr

33+/- buttonSetting up the shutter speed and aperture value: This camera automatically adjusts the shutter speed and aperture values to the shootingen

34+/- button[ Image & full information ][ Image & basic information ][ LCD off ]You can check the recording status in the LCD monitor.Pressing

35Menu tab Main menu Sub menu Camera working mode PageAUTOPROGRAMNIGHTPORTRAITLANDSCAPETEXTFIREWORKS2272X1704(P)2048X15361600X1200(M)1024X768640X480(E

36Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settingsMenu tab Main menu Sub menu Camera working mode PageSINGLE2, 4, 8 SHOTSNORMALB&WSEPIARGBOFF1

37How to use the menu3. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select a sub menu.4. Select a sub menu, and then the value you set will be saved. Press the MEN

38SizeYou can select the image size appropriate for your application.[ STILL IMAGE mode ] [ MOVIE CLIP mode ]The higher the resolution, the lower the

39QualityYou can select the compression ratio appropriate for your application of the captured images.The higher the compression ratio, the lower the

LEFT/ RIGHT/ MENU/ OK button 51LCD button 51Delete button 52Setting up the play back function using theLCD monitor 53Starting the slide show 56Rotati

40MeteringIf you cannot obtain suitable exposure conditions, you can change the metering method totake brighter pictures.MULTI( ) : Exposur

41EffectBy using the camera’s digital processor, it is possible to add special effects to your images.[ PROGRAM mode ][ MOVIE CLIP mode ]NORMAL : No

42Photo FrameYou can add 9 types of frame-like borders to a still image you want to capture. - When you press the Shutter button half-way, autofocus w

43SharpnessYou can adjust the sharpness of the picture you want totake. You cannot check the sharpness effect on the LCDmonitor before you take a pict

44Save / Load the camera configuration (MYSET)1. Press the MENU button and select [MYSET] menu bypressing the LEFT/RIGHT button. 2. Press the UP/DOWN

45Starting play modeIf the memory card is inserted in the camera, all the camera functions apply only to thememory card.If the memory card is not inse

46Starting play modePlaying back a movie clipSteps from 1-2 are the same as those to play back a stillimage.3. Select the recorded movie clip that you

47LCD monitor indicatorThe LCD monitor displays information about the shooting conditions.100-0009No. Description Icon Page 1 Battery p.142 Play mode3

48Using the camera buttons to adjust the cameraIn Play mode, you can use the buttons on the camera to conveniently set up the Play modefunctions.Image

49Thumbnail( ) / Enlargement( ) button The maximum enlargement rate in proportion to the image size.Trimming : You can extract part of the i

5Getting to know your cameraThis manual contains instructions on using this camera that will help you to use this camerasafely and correctly. This wil

50Voice ( ) memo / Up button3. Press the shutter button to start recording and voice willbe recorded to the still image for 10 seconds. While the

51LEFT/ RIGHT/ MENU/ OK buttonLEFT / RIGHT/ MENU/ OK buttons activate the following.- LEFT button : While the menu is showing, press the LEFT button t

52Delete( ) buttonThis deletes images stored on the memory card.Before deleting images from the camera, you should protect or download images to

53Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitorPLAY mode functions can be changed by using the LCD monitor. In the PLAY mode,pressing the ME

54Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitorThis menu is available while the camera is connected to a PictBridge supporting printer(direc

55Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitorMenus are subject to change without prior notice.Menu tab Main menu Sub menu Secondary menu P

56Starting the slide showImages can be displayed continuously at pre-set intervals. You can view the slide show byconnecting the camera to an external

57Rotating an imageYou can rotate the stored images by various degrees.1. Press the play mode button and press the menu button.2. Press the LEFT/ RIGH

58ResizeA large sized image can be resized to a smaller sized image, but not vice versa.Only JPEG images can be resized. MOVIE and WAV files can’t be

59Protecting imagesProtecting Images1. Press the play mode button and press the menu button.2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select the[PROTECT] me

6DangerDo not attempt to modify this camera in any way. This may result in fire, injury, electric shockor severe damage to you or your camera. Intern

60Deleting all imagesDPOFOf all the files stored in the memory card, the unprotected files in the DCIM subfolder will bedeleted. Remember that this wi

61DPOF : STANDARDThis function allows you to embed print quantity information on a stored image.1. Press the play mode button and press the menu butto

62DPOF : PRINT SIZEDPOF : CANCELYou can specify the print size when printing images stored on the memory card. The [SIZE] menu is available only for D

63COPY TO CARDThis enables you to copy image files to the memory card.Copying to the Memory Card1. Press the play mode button and press the menu butto

64PictBridgeIf you selected [COMPUTER] in Step 5, when you connect the camera to your printer, thecamera status lamp(Green) will illuminate and the co

65PictBridge: Picture Selection1. Connect the camera to your printer. The USB menu mustbe set to [PRINTER] before you connect the camera tothe printer

66PictBridge: PrintingPrinting Pictures1. Connect the camera to your printer. The USB menumust be set to [PRINTER] before you connect thecamera to the

67PictBridge: Print SettingMenuSIZE Setting the size of the printing paperAUTO, POSTCARD, 4x6, 8x10, A6, A4, B5TYPE Setting the quality of the printin

68PictBridge : RESETInitializes user-changed configurations.1. Connect the camera to your printer. The [USB] menumust be set to [PRINTER] before you c

69Setup menuIn this mode, you can set up basic settings. You can use the setup menu in all cameramodes, except Voice Recording mode. The items

7CautionLeaking, overheating, or burst batteries could result in fire or injury.Use batteries with the correct specification for the camera.Do not sho

70Setup menu* Menus are subject to change without prior notice.This function allows the user to select the file naming format.Assigning File Names1. I

71File nameThe first stored folder name is 100SSCAM, and the first file name is SA400001.File names are assigned sequentially from SA400001 SA400002

72Language Setting Language1. In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode,press the MENU button.2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select

73Formatting a memory cardFormatting a Memory Card1. In any mode other than Voice Recording mode, press theMENU button.2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button

74Setting up the DateYou can change the date that will be displayed on the captured images.You can change the time that will be displayed on the captu

75Date typeYou can change the date type that will be displayed on the captured images.Setting up the Date type1. In any mode with the exception of Voi

76BeepYou can select an external device to which you want to connect the camera using the USBcable.Selecting an External Device1. In any mode with the

77Selecting Video out typeThe video output signal from the camera can be NTSC or PAL. Your choice of output will be governed by the type of device (mo

78Quick viewIf you enable Quick View before capturing an image, you can view the image you justcaptured on the LCD monitor for the duration set in the

79Setting up the MYCAM menuYou can set up a start up image and start up sound. Every camera working mode (with theexception of Voice recording mode) h

8System chartPlease check that you have the correct contents before using this product. To buy the optionalequipment, contact your nearest Samsung dea

80Start up soundSetting the Startup Sound1. In any mode with the exception of Voice Recordingmode, press the MENU button.2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT butt

81Important notesBe sure to observe the following precautions!This unit contains precision electronic components. Do not use or store this unit in the

82Important notesIf the camera is exposed to an electronic interference, it will turn itself off to protect thememory card.Camera Maintenance- Use a s

83Warning indicatorThere are several warnings that may appear on the LCD displayCARD ERROR !Memory card errorTurn off the camera power and turn it on

84Warning indicatorThe camera doesn’t switch onThere is low battery capacityInsert fresh batteriesBatteries are inserted incorrectly with the reverse

85Before contacting a service centreCamera does not take images when pressing the Shutter buttonThere is insufficient memory capacityDelete unnecessar

86Before contacting a service centreThe images don't play backIncorrect file name (Violation of DCF format)Do not change the image file nameColou

87SpecificationsType 1/2.5" CCD Effective Pixels Approx. 4.0 Mega –pixelTotal Pixels Approx. 4.2 Mega –pixel SHD lens f= 6.2 ~ 17.4mm (35mm equiv

88Specifications2272 : 2272X1704 pixels 2048 : 2048X1536 pixels 1600 : 1600X1200 pixels 1024 : 1024X768 pixels640 : 640X480 pixels2272 : Super f

89Software NotesPlease ensure that you read the instruction manual carefully before use.The attached software is a camera driver and image editing sof

9System chartUSB/ Video cablePictBridge compatibleprinter(see p.64)Computer(see p.99)External monitorYellow cable – Video(see p.77)For WindowsPC with

90About the softwareAfter inserting the CD-ROM provided with this camera into the CD-ROM drive, the followingwindow should automatically run.Before co

912. Camera driver installation is complete. Click the [Finish] button.[Click!]To use this camera with a PC, install the application software first. A

92Setting up the application softwareIf you select [Exit] at the step 3, the application program installation will be cancelled.INFORMATION If you sel

93Setting up the application software8. Digimax Viewer installation is successfullycompleted. Click the [Finish] button to installPhotoImpression. The

94Setting up the application software12. A destination selection window will open.Click [Next >]. To copy to the files to anotherfolder, click [Bro

95Setting up the application software[Click!]15. PhotoImpression installation is successfullycompleted. Click the [Finish] button to installDigimax Re

96Setting up the application software18. The Software License Agreement window willbe displayed. If you agree to this, click [Yes],the window will the

97Setting up the application software21. After restarting the computer, connect the PC to the camera with the USB cable.22. Turn the camera power on.

98Setting up the application softwareIf you have installed the camera driver, [Found New Hardware Wizard] may not open.On a Windows 98 or 98 SE system

99Starting PC modeConnecting the camera to a PC1. Turn the PC power on.2. Turn the camera power on.3. In any mode other than Voice Recording mode, pre