Samsung 530 - Manual

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 cameramalfunction (such as Batteries, Memory card etc.) to the A/S center...

6 Danger Do not attempt to modify this camera in any way. This may result in fire, injury, electric shockor severe damage to you or your camera. Internal inspection, maintenance and repairsshould be carried out by your dealer or Samsung Camera Service Center.Please do not use this product in close p...

7 Caution Leaking, overheating, or burst batteries could result in fire or injury. Use batteries with the correct specification for the camera.Do not short circuit, heat or dispose of batteries in fire.Do not insert the batteries with the reverse polarities. Remove the batteries when not planning to...

8 This digital camera can be used for Printing images using a dedicatedprinter, DPOF-compatible printer orDPOF-equipped photo lab.(refer to page 56) Downloading image filesfrom camera to computer. (refer to page 82) Editing images on a PC.(refer to page 89) Viewing images on a TV.(refer to page 64) ...

10 Manufacturer's contents Please check that you have the correct contents before using this product. marked contents are optional. Digital Camera A/V cable Pouch 2 AA Alkaline Batteries USB cable User manual Camera strap Software CD AC adapter (SAC-32, DC 3.3V) SD memory card Battery charger AC cor...

11 Identification of features Front & Top Back & Bottom * When using the digital zoom to take a picture, the composition of the picture may be different depending on whether you are using the LCD monitor or the viewfinder. The picture will betaken in the composition of the picture as it appe...

12 Identification of features APERTURE PRIORITY mode Selecting the automatic mode will configure the camera withoptimal settings. You can still manually configure allfunctions except the iris and shutter speed. Set the aperture value for automatic exposure depends onthe brightness of the object by a...

14 Identification of features Connecting to a Power Source There are two ways in which to provide the camera with power. You can use batteries oralternatively, you can use an AC(100 ~ 250V) Adapter (DC 3.3V 2.0A).We recommend using batteries for a digital camera (Within a year from the date ofmanufa...

15 Connecting to a Power Source Important information about battery usage It is easy to buy alkaline batteries. However, the duration for using batteries varies inaccordance with the battery manufacturer or the photographic conditions.When the camera is not used, turn off the camera power.Do not rec...

17 Instructions on how to use the memory card The camera comes with 32MB of internal flash memory, allowing you to store images andmovie clips in the camera. However, you can expand the memory capacity by using anoptional memory card so that you can store more images and movie clips. Be sure to form...

19 Inserting the memory card 1. Slide the power switch to turn the power off. Open the battery chamber cover and press the memorycard as shown in the image and release. 2. Remove the memory card and close the battery chamber cover. 3. To close, push the battery chamber cover until you hear a click. ...

20 LCD monitor indicator [ Image & Full Status ] No. Description Icons Page 1 Battery p.16 3 Camera shake warning p.25 4 Flash p.31 5 Self-timer p.33 6 Macro p.29 7 White Balance p.42 8 Metering p.40 9 Exposure compensation p.35 10 Voice memo p.28 11 Date/ Time 2004/05/01 01:00 12 ISO p.42 13 Ca...

21 LCD monitor indicator 14 Sharpness p.41 15 Image quality p.39 16 Image size/ Continuous shot 5M, 3M, 2M, 1M, 0.3M p.39 Number of available shots remaining 21 Remaining time (Movie clip/ Voice recording) 00:01:20/ 01:00:00 18 Optical/ Digital Zoom rate 19 Auto focus frame Starting the recording mo...

25 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 26)Press the shutter button all way down to take the picture. The available recording time may vary depending on shooting co...

26 Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera The RECORDING(AUTO, APERTURE PRIORITY, SHUTTER PRIORITY, MANUAL,VOICE RECORDING, MOVIE CLIP, NIGHT SCENE) mode function can be set up by usingthe camera buttons. Used for turning the camera’s power on / off. Slide the power switch to turn the power on...

31 Focus lock 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 auto focus frame turns to green, it means the camera is focused on the sub...

34 MENU/ OK button If the menu is displayed, use the 5-Function buttons to change the data values and for yourchanges to be accepted.If the menu is not displayed, press the MENU/OK button to display a menu for the currentcamera mode on the LCD monitor. Press the button again to return to the previou...

37 The following functions are available, depending on the mode you have selected.The items indicated by are default settings. Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settings You can use the menu on the LCD monitor to set up recording functions.In any mode with the exception of VOICE RECORDING m...

38 Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settings Main menu Sub menu Camera working mode Page AUTO 100 200 400 AUTO DAYLIGHT CLOUDY SUNSET FLUORESCENT TUNGSTEN NORMAL B & W SEPIA ISO EFFECT W.BALANCE p.42 p.43 p.42 * Menus are subject to change without prior notice. 3. When a main menu is s...

39 Size You can select the image size appropriate for your application. Mode Icon 5M 3M 2M 1M 0.3M Size 2592X1944 2048X1536 1600X1200 1280X960 640X480 640X480 320X240 MOVIE CLIP mode STILL IMAGE mode VGA QVGA [ AUTO mode ] [ MOVIE CLIP mode ] The higher the resolution, the lower the number of availa...

40 If you press the OK button after selecting [CONTINUOUS],the screen shown on the side will appear on the LCDmonitor. Select the desired number of continuous shots bypressing the UP and DOWN button and press the OKbutton. You can select continuous shooting or AEB(Auto ExposureBracket ) shooting in ...

42 White balance : The white balance control allows you to adjust the colours to appear more natural looking. - [AUTO] : The camera automatically selects the appropriate white balance settings, depending on the prevailing lighting conditions. - [DAYLIGHT] : For taking images outside. - [CLOUDY] : Fo...

43 Effect By using the camera’s digital processor, it is possible to add special effects to your images. NORMAL : No effect is added to the image.B & W : Converts the image to black and white. SEPIA : Captured images will be stored in a sepia tone (a gradient of yellowish brown colours). [ AUTO ...

44 Starting play mode Turn the camera on and select Play mode by pressing the play mode button ( ). The camera can now play back the images stored in the memory. If the memory card isinserted in the camera, images stored in the memory card are displayed. If the memory cardis not inserted in the came...

47 Utilizzare i pulsanti per regolare la fotocamera Pulsante Miniatura ( ) / Ingrandimento ( ) Nella modalità Riproduzione, è possibile utilizzare i pulsanti presenti sulla fotocamera perimpostare le funzioni della modalità Riproduzione in modo appropriato. Ingrandimento delle immagini 1. Selezionar...

51 Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor PLAY mode functions can be changed by using the LCD monitor. In the PLAY mode,pressing the MENU button displays the menu on the LCD monitor.The menus you can set upin Play mode are as follows. To capture an image after setting up the play me...

52 Configure the interval for the slide show : Configure the length of time to display each picturein the slide show. 1. Press the play mode button and press the menu button.2. Select the [SLIDE SHOW] menu by pressing the UP/ DOWN button and press the RIGHT button. 3. Select the slide show interval ...

53 Protecting images This is used to protect specific shots from being accidentally erased (LOCK). It also unprotects images that have been previously protected (UNLOCK). Protecting Images 1. Press the play mode button and press the menu button.2. Select the [PROTECT] menu by pressing the UP/ DOWN b...

54 Deleting all images Of all the files stored in the memory, the unprotected files in the DCIM subfolder will bedeleted.Deleting all images 1. Press the play mode button and press the menu button.2. Select the [DELETE ALL] menu by pressing the UP/ DOWN button and press the RIGHT button. 3. Select a...

55 Copy to card This enables you to copy image files to the memory card. Copy to card 1. Press the play mode button and press the menu button. 2. Select the [COPY TO CARD] menu by pressing the UP/ DOWN button and press the RIGHT button. 3. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP/ DOWN button an...

56 DPOF : STANDARD This function allows you to embed print quantity information on your memory card.This function is not available for Movie clips and Voice recording files.The DPOF file is only stored on the memory card. Specifying the Number of Prints 1. Press the play mode button and press the me...

* Menus are subject to change without prior notice. 58 Setup menu In this mode, you can set up basic settings. The items indicated by are default settings. Main menu Sub menu Secondary menu Page NO YES RESET SERIES OFF,01 ~ 03 ~ 05MIN ENGLISH ESPAÑOL ITALIANO FRANÇAIS DEUTSCH OFF DATE DATE&TIME ...

59 Formatting a memory card This function allows the user to select the file naming format.Assigning File Names 1. Rotate the mode dial to SETUP mode and the [SETUP 1/3] menu will display. 2. Select the [FILE NAME] menu by pressing the UP/ DOWN button and press the RIGHT button. 3. Select a desired ...

61 Language Setting Language 1. Rotate the mode dial to SETUP mode and the [SETUP 1/3] menu will display. 2. Select the [LANGUAGE] menu by pressing the UP/ DOWN button and press the RIGHT button. 3. Select a desired sub menu by pressing the UP/ DOWN button and press the OK button. LANGUAGE sub menu ...

62 Imprinting the recording date You can set up the date type that will be displayed on the captured images. Selecting Date Format 1. Rotate the mode dial to SETUP mode and the [SETUP 1/3] menu will display. 2. Select the [SETUP 2/3] menu by pressing the LEFT/ RIGHT button. 3. Select the [DATE TYPE]...

63 Custom user settings This menu allows you to save the changed camera settings. When the camera is turned on,the saved camera menu will be adopted.(Effect, Exposure, ISO, White Balance only) 1. Rotate the mode dial to SETUP mode and the [SETUP 1/3] menu will display. 2. Select the [SETUP 2/3] menu...

64 LCD brightness You can adjust the LCD brightness.Adjusting LCD Brightness 1. Rotate the mode dial to SETUP mode and the [SETUP 1/3] menu will display. 2. Select the [SETUP 3/3] menu by pressing the LEFT/ RIGHT button. 3. Select the [LCD] menu by pressing the UP/ DOWN button and press the RIGHT bu...

65 Selecting Video out type Quick view NTSC : U.S.A, Canada, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Mexico.PAL : Australia, Austria, Belgium, China, Denmark, Finland, Germany, U.K., Holland, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland,Thailand, Norway. When using a TV as an exte...

66 Important notes Be sure to observe the following precautions! This unit contains precision electronic components. Do not use or store this unit in thefollowing locations. - Areas exposed to severe changes in temperature and humidity.- Areas exposed to dust and dirt.- Areas exposed to direct sunli...

68 Warning indicator There are several warnings that may appear on the LCD display Warning indicator Causes Remedy Insert a new CARD or delete stored images to free up some memory. There is insufficient memory capacity to take an image. When taking pictures in dark places. The memory card is locked ...

69 Before contacting a service center Please check the following Symptom Causes Remedy - Insert fresh batteries - Connect an AC Power Adapter - There is low battery capacity - An AC Power Adapter is not connected - The batteries are exhausted - The Camera is turned off automatically. - The Adapter p...

71 Specifications Type 1/1.8"CCD Effective Pixels Approx. 5.0 Mega –pixel Total Pixels Approx. 5.3 Mega –pixel SHD Lens f = 7.7 ~ 23.1mm (35mm film equivalent : 38~114mm) F No. F2.8 ~ F4.9 Still Image mode :1.0X~ 4.0X, Play mode : 1.0X~5.0X(depends on image size) Real image Optical viewfinder 1....

73 Software Notes Please ensure that you read the instruction manual carefully before use. The attached software is a camera driver and image editing software tool for Windows.Under no circumstances should all or part of either the software or the user manual bereproduced.Copyrights for software are...

74 About the software After inserting the CD-ROM provided with this camera into the CD-ROM drive, the followingwindow should automatically run. Before connecting the camera to thePC, you should first install the cameradriver. Figures (Images) used for the manualare based on model Digimax 530. Camera...

75 Setting up the application software To use this camera with a PC, install the application software first. After this has been done, thestored images in the camera can be moved to the PC and can be edited by an image editingprogram. You can visit the Samsung web-site through the internet. http://w...

81 Starting PC Mode The camera driver must be installed before using PC mode. For driver installationinstructions, please refer to p.75.To save battery power, it is recommended that you use an AC adapter (Optional) whenconnecting the camera to a computer. INFORMATION If you insert the USB cable into...

84 Removing the USB Driver for Windows 98SE To remove the USB driver, refer to the process shown below. 1. Trace [Start Settings] and click [Control Panel]. [Click !] 4. Uninstallation is complete. Click the [Finish] button and the window willdisappear. [Click !] 2. Double-click [Add/Remove programs...

85 Removable Disk To use this camera as a Removable Disk, install (p.75) the USB Driver. 1. Before turning the camera power on, connect the camera to the PC with the USB cable. 2. Click [Removable Disk] under [My computer] or [Windows Explorer]. 3. Image files stored in the Removable Disk (DCIM 100S...

86 Removing the removable disk [Click!] [Double-click!] [Click!] [Click!] Windows 98SE 1. Check whether the camera and PC are transferring a file. If the auto focus lamp blinks, you have to wait until the lamp illuminates. 2. Unplug the USB cable. Windows 2000/ME/XP (The illustrations may be differe...

87 Removing the removable disk 1. A USB Driver for MAC is not included with the software CD as MAC OS supports the camera driver. 2. Check the MAC OS. You can check the MAC OS version during MAC OS start-up. This camera is compatible with MAC OS 9.0 ~ 10.2. 3. Connect the camera to the Macintosh and...

89 Using PhotoImpression You can use PhotoImpression to perform the following tasks. With PhotoImpression, you can edit or store still images that you downloaded from the camera.This software is only available in Windows version.To start the program, click [Start Programs ArcSoft PhotoImpression Pho...

90 Using PhotoImpression Please check the following if the USB connection malfunctions. [Case 1] The camera power is off.Turn the camera power on. We recommend using an AC power adapter in PCmode. [Case 2] USB Driver is not installed correctly.Install the USB Driver correctly. Refer to page 75. [Cas...