Samsung Digimax S600 Users 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. This manual is based on model Digimax S600. User’s Manual ENGLISH Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals
]1^ Instructions Getting to know your camera ˆUse this camera in the following orderSet up the camera driver Take a picture Insert the USB cableCheck the camera’s powerCheck [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.67) Check the camera’s power. If the power is turned off, press the camera button to turn it on. Open WindowVs EXPLORER and search for [Removable Disk]. (p.68) ƒIf 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. ƒPrior to using this camera, please read the user manual thoroughly. ƒWhen 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. ƒPlease 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. ƒKeep 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. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals
DangerWarning ]2^ Caution WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. ˆDo 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. ˆFor 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. ˆBattery 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. ˆDo 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. ˆWhen 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. DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. ˆDo 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. ˆPlease do not use this product in close proximity to flammable or explosive gases, as this could increase the risk of explosion. ˆShould 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. ˆDo 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. ˆDo 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. ˆLeaking, 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 polarities reversed. ˆRemove 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. ˆDo 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. ˆDo 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. ˆTake care not to touch the lens or lens cover to avoid taking an unclear image and possibly causing camera malfunction. ˆAvoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals
]3^ Contents READYƒSystem chart 4 ƒIdentification of features5 ˆFront & Top5 ˆBack & Bottom6 ˆBottom / 5-function button7 ˆCradle(Optional)7 ˆSelf-timer lamp8 ˆCamera Status Lamp8 ˆMode icon8 ƒConnecting to a Power Source8 ˆUsing the batteries8 ƒInserting the memory card9 ƒ Instructions on how to use the memory card 10 ƒ When Using the Camera for the First Time 12 ƒLCD monitor indicator13 ƒStarting the recording mode14 ˆHow to use the AUTO mode14 ˆ How to use the PROGRAM mode 14 ˆ How to use the MANUAL mode 14 ˆ How to use the MOVIE CLIP mode 15 ˆ Recording the movie clip without voice 15 ˆ Pausing while recording a movie clip 15 ˆNight / Portrait / Children mode16 ˆHow to use the SCENE mode16 ˆHow to use the VOICE RECORDING mode17 ƒThings to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures17 ƒUsing the camera buttons to set the camera18ˆPOWER button 18 ˆShutter button18 ˆZOOM W / T button18 ˆVoice recording / Voice memo / UP button20 ˆMacro / Down button20 ˆFocus lock21 ˆFlash / Left button21 ˆSelf-timer / Right button23 ˆMENU / OK button24 ˆE (Effect) button24 ˆSpecial Effect : Colour25 ˆ Special Effect : Preset focus frames 25 ˆ Special Effect : Composite shooting 26 ˆSpecial Effect : Photo Frame28 ˆ+ / - button28 ƒUsing the LCD monitor to set the camera settings31 ˆHow to use the menu31 ˆSize32 ˆQuality / Frame rate32 ˆMetering33 ˆContinuous shot33 ˆSharpness34 ˆOSD (On Screen Display) information34 ƒStarting play mode35 ˆPlaying back a still image35 ˆPlaying back a movie clip35 ˆHow to capture the movie clip35 ˆPlaying back a recorded voice36 ƒLCD monitor Indicator36ƒUsing the camera buttons to set the camera 37 ˆ Thumbnail / Enlargement button 37 ˆVoice memo / Up button38 ˆPlay & Pause / Down button39 ˆE (Effect) button39 ˆDelete button40 ˆPrinter button40 ˆLeft / Right / Menu / OK button41 ƒSetting up the play back function using the LCD monitor41 ˆStarting the slide show43 ˆProtecting images44 ˆDeleting images45 ˆResize45 ˆRotating an image46 ˆDPOF46 ˆDPOF : Standard47 ˆDPOF : Index47 ˆDPOF : Print size48 ˆCopy To Card48 ˆOn Screen Display information49 ˆPictBridge49 ˆPictBridge : Picture Selection50 ˆPictBridge : Print Setting50 ˆPictBridge : Printing51 ˆPictBridge : Reset52 ƒSetup menu52 ˆFile name53 ˆAuto power off54 ˆLanguage 54 ˆFormatting a memory 55ˆ Setting up the Date / Time / Date type 55 ˆImprinting the recording date 55 ˆSound 56 ˆ Connecting an External Device (USB) 56 ˆAuto Focus lamp56 ˆLCD brightness 56 ˆSelecting Video out type57 ˆQuick view 57 ˆInitialisation 58 ˆSelecting a battery type58 ƒSetting up the Mycam menu58 ˆStart up image58 ˆStart up sound59 ˆShutter sound59 ƒImportant notes59 ƒWarning indicator61 ƒ Before contacting a service centre 61 ƒSpecifications63 ƒSoftware Notes65 ƒSystem Requirements65 ƒAbout the software65 ƒ Setting up the application software 66 ƒStarting PC mode67 ƒRemoving the removable disk69 ƒ Setting up the USB Driver for MAC 70 ƒUsing the USB Driver for MAC70 ƒDigimax Master71 ƒFAQ73 PLAY SETUP SOFTWARE RECORDING Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals
]4^ 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 Rechargeable battery(SBP-2524) Cradle AC cord Charger(SBC-N1) External monitor (see p.57)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 ®Minimum 64MB RAM ®1024x768 pixels, 16-bit colour display compatible monitor (24-bit colour display recommended) ®CD-ROM drive ®DirectX 9.0 or later ®USB port 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 must to use the USB / AV cable supplied with the camera, or the external devices cant recognise the camera.CAUTION < Included items > Computer (see p.67) PictBridge compatible printer (see p.49) SD memory card/ MMC (see p.9) DPOF compatible printer (see p.46) USB cable AV cable Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals
]5^ Identification of features Flash Self-timer lamp / Auto focus lampStrap eyelet Shutter buttonMode dial Power button Speaker Microphone Lens / Lens cover Front & Top Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals
]6^ 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 buttonUSB / AV connection terminal Cradle connector Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals
]7^ Identification of features Bottom / 5-function button Cradle (Optional)ˆYou can recharge your rechargeable battery (SBP-2524), transfer a captured image to print, and download images with the cradle. (Refer to page 49, 67~69) Camera connection terminal AC connection terminalUSB port / AV connection terminal Battery chamber Battery chamber cover Voice memo / Voice Recording / Up button Flash / Left buttonMenu / OK button Self-timer / Right button Macro / Down button Play & Pause button ƒTop ƒBack Memory card slot Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals
]8^ Connecting to a Power Source Identification of features ˆSelf-timer lampIcon Status Description For the 2 seconds, the lamp blinks quickly at 0.25-second intervals before taking a picture 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. Blinking Blinking Blinking ˆCamera Status LampˆMode 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 IconMODESCENE 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 turnsoff when the camera is ready to take a picture While voice memo recording The lamp blinks While voice recording The lamp blinksTransmitting Data with a PC The lamp turns on (LCD monitor turns off) When the printer is printing The lamp blinksThe lamp turns on (The camera focus on the subject)The lamp blinks (The camera doesnt focus on the subject) After taking a pictureWhen the AF activatesWhen the USB cable is inserted to a printerThe lamp is off Power on ƒWe 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) SBP-2524 (Ni-MH) Using the batteries Model SBP-2524 SNB-2512Type Ni-MH Ni-MHCapacity 2,500mAh 2,500mAhVoltage 1.2V X 2 1.2V X 2 Approximately 210 ~ 240Minutes (Use for cradle) Charging time Approximately 240 Minutes(Use for SBC-N1) Included battery may vary depending on sales region. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals
]9^ Connecting to a Power Source Important information about battery usage ƒWhen the camera is not used, turn off the camera power. ƒPlease 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. ƒLow temperatures (below 0˚C) can affect the performance of the battery and you may experience reduced battery life. ƒBatteries will usually recover at normal temperatures. ƒDuring extended use of the camera, the camera body may become warm. This is perfectly normal.INFORMATION Inserting the memory card ˆInsert 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) ˆThere are 4 indicators for battery condition that are displayed on the LCD monitor.ˆInsert 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. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Samsung Manuals