Samsung Digimax U Ca401 Users Manual

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LCD monitor indicator
15 Sharpness p.39
16 Image quality p.35
17  Image size 2272, 2048, 1600, 1024, 640 p.34
18Number of available shots remaining29
Remaining time (Movie clip/ Voice recording)00:01:50 / 01:00:00 p.21 ~ 22
19  Digital Zoom rate X4.0 p.25
20 Digital Zoom
21 Voice memo p.26
Starting the recording mode
[ MOVIE CLIP mode ]
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If the memory card is inserted in the camera, all the camera functions apply only to the memory card.
If the memory card is not inserted in the camera, all the camera functions apply only to the internal memory.
Recording a Movie clip
1. Insert the batteries (p.16). Insert the batteries taking note
of the polarity (+ / -).
2. 
Insert the memory card (p.19). As this camera has a 32MB
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. To expand memory capacity,
insert a memory card. 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.
5. 
Select the MOVIE CLIP(        ) mode by sliding the mode
switch.
6. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the
image by using either the viewfinder or LCD monitor.
7. Press the shutter button to take a movie clip.
Press the shutter button once and movie clips are
recorded for as long as the available recording time
allows. 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(Selectable)
- File type : *.avi(MJPEG)
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Starting the recording mode
Recording a still image
Steps from 1-4 are the same as those for recording a
movie clip.
5. Select the STILL IMAGE(         ) mode by sliding the
mode switch.
6. Point the camera towards the subject and compose the
image by using either the viewfinder or LCD monitor.
7. Press the shutter button to capture an image.
Recording Voice
Steps from 1-4 are the same as those for recording a
movie clip.
5. Select the VOICE RECORDING(        ) mode by sliding
the mode switch.
6. 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:1hour)
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.
- Voice recording file type: *.wav
A distance of 40cm between you and the camera (microphone) is the best distance to
record sound.
INFORMATION
[ VOICE RECORDING mode ]
[ STILL IMAGE mode ]
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Things to Watch Out for When Taking Pictures
Pressing the shutter button down half way 
Lightly press the shutter button to confirm focus and flash battery charge. (See page 13) Press
the shutter button all way down to take the picture.
The available recording time may vary depending on shooting conditions and camera
settings.
When 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, change the flash
mode to flash shot mode.
Backlight compensated shots : When taking an outdoor shot, avoid facing the sun, as the
image may be dark because of the strong backlight. In backlight conditions, please use Fill-in
flash(p.28), Spot metering(p.36) or Exposure compensation(p.40).
Avoid obstructing the lens or the flash when you capture an image.
As there can be some differences between what is seen through the Viewfinder and the
resulting image when taken at a range closer than 1.5m, it is recommended that you use the
LCD monitor to compose these shots.
Using the LCD monitor extensively will drain the batteries.
We recommend turning off the LCD monitor and using the optical viewfinder as often as
possible in order to extend battery life.
Under 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
[ Lightly press the shutter button ][ Press the shutter button ]
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Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera
The RECORDING mode function can be set up by using the camera buttons.
POWER button
SHUTTER button
Used for digital zooming in / out.
When you press the ZOOM W/T button, the zoom bar will
display in the upper center part of the LCD monitor.
ZOOM W button/ ZOOM T button
Used for turning the camera’s power on / off.
If there is no operation during the specified time, the
camera’s power will be turned off automatically to save
battery life.
Used for taking an image or recording voice in the
RECORDING (STILL IMAGE, VOICE RECORDING,
MOVIE CLIP) mode.
In 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.
In STILL IMAGE mode
Pressing the shutter button down halfway activates the autofocus and checks the condition of
the flash.
Pressing the shutter down fully takes the image and stores the relevant data regarding the
shot. If you select voice memo recording, the recording will start after storing the image data
is complete.
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ZOOM W button/ ZOOM T button
TELE Zoom
Digital zoom TELE : Pressing the ZOOM button T activates the digital zoom software.
Releasing ZOOM T button stops the digital zooming at the
required setting. Once the maximum digital zoom (4X) is
achieved, pressing the ZOOM T button will have no effect. 
You can check the digital zoom rate with the [X1.1 ~ X 4.0]
numerical mark next to the zoom bar.
[ WIDE zoom ] [ Digital zoom 2.0X ] [ Digital zoom 4.0X ]
Pressing
the ZOOM
T buttonPressing
the ZOOM
T button
WIDE Zoom
Digital zoom WIDE : Pressing the zoom W button will reduce the digital zooming in
steps. Releasing zoom button W stops digital zooming.
[Digital zoom 4.0X] [Digital zoom 2.0X] [WIDE zoom]
Pressing
the ZOOM
W buttonPressing
the ZOOM
W button
To 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 camera to process.
Allow time for this to take place.
The digital zoom cannot be used in movie clip shots.
You may notice a decrease in image quality when using the digital zoom.
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Voice memo(   )/ UP button
While the menu is showing, press the UP button to move up the submenu cursor.
When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, the UP button operates as the voice
memo button. You can add your voice-over to a stored still image.
Recording a voice memo
1. Select the STILL IMAGE mode by sliding the mode switch.
2. Press the VOICE MEMO button. If the voice memo indicator is displayed on the LCD
monitor, the setting is completed.
3. Press the shutter button and take a picture. The picture is stored on the memory card.
4. Voice memo will be recorded for ten seconds from the moment the picture is stored. In the
middle of the sound recording, pressing the shutter button will stop the voice memo.
[ Recording Voice Memo ][ Preparing for Voice Memo ]
When the macro mode is selected, it is possible that camera shake will occur. If this is the
case, use a tripod to eliminate this.
When the macro mode is selected, it is recommended that you use the LCD monitor to
compose these shots.
INFORMATION
While the menu is showing, press the DOWN button to move from the main menu to a
submenu, or to move down the submenu cursor.
When the menu is not showing, you can use the MACRO (       )/DOWN button to take macro
pictures in the 6 ~ 60cm STILL IMAGE mode.
[ Macro ][ Autofocus ]
Pressing the
MACRO button
Macro(     ) / Down button (Focusing)
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Fixed focus
To focus on the subject positioned outside of the center, use the focus lock function.
Using the Focus Lock
1. Ensure the subject in the center of the autofocus frame.
2. Press the SHUTTER button halfway. When the autofocus lamp (green) lights up, it means
the camera is focused on the subject. Be careful not to press the SHUTTER button all the
way down to avoid taking an unwanted pictured.
3. With the SHUTTER button still pressed down only halfway, move the camera to
recompose your picture as desired, and then press the SHUTTER button completely to
take the picture. If you release your finger from the SHUTTER button, the focus lock
function will be canceled.
FLASH(    ) / LEFT button
[ Selecting the Auto flash ]
Flash range(AUTO) : 0.2 ~ 2m
When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing
the LEFT(
) button makes the cursor shift to the left tab.
When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, the
LEFT(
) button operates as the FLASH (      ) button.
Selecting the flash mode
1. Slide the mode switch to the STILL IMAGE mode.
2. Press the Flash(     ) button until the desired flash mode
indicator displays on the LCD monitor. 
3. A flash mode indicator will be displayed on the LCD
monitor.
Use the correct flash to suit the environment.
[ The image to be captured ][ Press the SHUTTER button
halfway and focus on the subject ][ Recompose the picture and fully
depress the SHUTTER button ]
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FLASH(   ) / LEFT button
ICON Flash mode Description 
Flash mode indicator
If the subject or background is dark, the camera flash will operate
automatically.Auto flash
Red eye
reduction
Fill in flash 
Slow synchro
Flash off
If a subject or background is dark, the camera flash will work
automatically and will reduce the red-eye effect by using the red-eye
reduction function.
The flash will operate in conjunction with a slow shutter speed in order to
obtain the correct exposure.
When you take an image in a condition with poor light, the camera shake
warning indicator (         ) will display on the LCD monitor. The flash fires regardless of available light. The intensity of the flash will
be controlled, according to the prevailing conditions. The brighter the
background or subject is, the less intense the flash will be.
The flash does not fire. Select this mode when capturing images in a
place or situation where flash photography is prohibited. When you
capture an image in a poorly lit condition, the camera shake warning
indicator (         ) will display on the LCD monitor.
Using the flash frequently will reduce the life of the batteries.
Under normal operating conditions the charging time for the flash is normally within 5
seconds. If the batteries are weak, the charging time will be longer.
During the movie clip mode, the flash function will not operate.
Take photographs within the flash range.
The image quality is not guaranteed if the subject is too close or highly reflective.
The LCD monitor is turned off for a while after using the flash to recharge it.
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Self-timer(    ) / Right() button
Selecting the self-timer
1. Slide the mode switch to the STILL IMAGE mode.
2. Press the SELF-TIMER button until the desired mode
indicator displays on the LCD monitor.
A 10 second, 2 second or Double self-timer icon
appears on the LCD monitor.
10SEC self-timer (       ) : 
Pressing the shutter button will allow an interval of 10
seconds before the image is taken.
2SEC self-timer (       ) : 
Pressing the shutter button will allow an interval of 2
seconds before the image is taken. 
Double self-timer (       ) : 
A picture will be taken after about 10 seconds and 2
seconds later a second picture will be taken. When using
the flash, the 2-second self-timer may be delayed for longer
than 2 seconds depending on the flash charge time.
3. When you press the SHUTTER button, the picture will be taken after the specified time
has elapsed.
When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the Right button makes the cursor
shift to the sub tab.
When the menu is not displayed on the LCD monitor, the RIGHT button operates as the Self-
timer(       ) button. This function is used when the photographer would also like to be in the
image.
[ Selecting the 10SEC self-timer ]
The default is OFF.
When taking a picture using the self-timer, the function lamp works as follows:
10 second self-timer setting : The function lamp blinks at 1 second interval for the first 7
seconds. It blinks at 0.25 second interval for the remaining
3 seconds.
2 second self-timer setting : The function lamp blinks at 0.25 second interval for 2
seconds.
If you operate the Power button, Mode switch, and Self-timer button during the self-timer
operation, the self-timer function is cancelled.
The only self-timer option available during the recording of a movie clip is the 10 second option.
When in the voice recording mode and TEXT mode, the self-timer function does not work.
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MENU/ OK button 
If the menu is displayed, use the 5-Function buttons  to change the data values and for your
changes to be accepted
If the menu is not displayed, press the MENU/OK button to display a menu for the current
camera mode on the LCD monitor. Press the button again to return to the previous state.
[ Menu on ] [ Menu off ]
Pressing the
MENU
button
Play mode(     ) / LCD button
Press and hold the Play mode / LCD(        ) button for 2
seconds to play pictures saved in the memory
Press (but do not hold down) the Play mode / LCD(        )
button while playing saved pictures to see the current image
information in the LCD
Repeatedly press (but do not hold down) the Play mode /
LCD(        ) button in the Normal mode to display the further
information in the LCD.
[ Image & full information ][ Image & basic information ][ LCD off ]
Pressing the
LCD buttonPressing the
LCD button
Pressing the LCD button
MODEAUTOAUTONIGHT
MYSET
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