Samsung DIGIMAX A55W Instrukcja Użytkownika

ENGLISHUser’s ManualThank you for buying a Samsung Camera.This manual will guide you through using the camera, including capturing images,downloading

10Identification of featuresFront & TopBack & SideFlashPower switchLCD monitorUSB/ AV connection terminalShutter buttonPlay mode button Speake

100Before contacting a service centreThe camera buttons do not operateCamera malfunctionRemove/ re-insert battery and switch the camera onA card error

101SpecificationsType 1/2.5" CCDImage SensorEffective Pixel Approx. 5.0 Mega-pixelTotal Pixel Approx. 5.1 Mega-pixelSHD Lens f = 4.6 ~ 22.2mm (35

102Specifications5M : 2592x1944 4M : 2272x1704 3M : 2048x1536 2M : 1600x1200 1M : 1024x768 VGA : 640x4805M : Super Fine 9, Fine 18, Normal

103Software NotesPlease ensure that you read the instruction manual carefully before use.The attached software is a camera driver and image editing so

104About the softwareAfter inserting the CD-ROM provided with this camera into the CD-ROM drive, the followingwindow should automatically run.Before c

105About the softwarePhotoImpression : Image editing program.You can edit or store still images that you download from the camera. This software is on

106Setting up the application softwareTo use this camera with a PC, install the application software first.After this has been done, the stored images

107Setting up the application software6. The Software License Agreement window will bedisplayed. If you agree to this, select [I accept theagreement]

108Setting up the application software7. The XviD information window will display. Click the [Next >] button. 8. The destination selection window w

109Setting up the application software11. The XviD codec is ready to install. Click the [Install] button.[Click !]12. Installation is complete.Click t

11Identification of featuresSide/ 5-function buttonBattery chamber coverMemory card slotBattery chamberFLASH/ LEFT buttonMENU/ OK buttonMacro/ DOWN bu

110Setting up the application softwareIf you select [Cancel] at step 14, a window for installing PhotoImpression will be displayed.INFORMATION15. The

111Setting up the application software21. The Software License Agreement window will bedisplayed. If you agree to this, click [Yes], the window will t

112Setting up the application software22. A destination selection window will open.Click [Next >]. To copy the files to another folder, click[Brows

113Setting up the application software26. To apply changes, you must restart the computer.Select [Yes, I want to restart my computer now], andthen cli

114Setting up the application softwareIf you have installed the camera driver, [Found New Hardware Wizard] may not open.On a Windows 98 or 98 SE syste

115Starting PC modeConnecting the camera to a PC1. Slide the power switch to turn the camera power on.2. Use the supplied USB cable to connect the cam

116Starting PC mode3. Select an image and press the right mouse button.4. A pop-up menu will open.Click [Cut] or [Copy] menu.- [Cut] : cuts a selected

117Starting PC mode7. An image file is transferred from the camera to your PC.6. Press the right mouse button and a pop-up menuwill open. Click [Paste

118Removing the USB Driver for Windows 98SETo remove the USB driver, refer to the process shown below.1. Trace [Start Settings] and click [Control Pa

119Removable DiskTo use this camera as a Removable Disk, install (p.106) the USB Driver.1. Before turning the camera power on, connect the camera to t

12Identification of featuresMode icon : Refer to page 51 for more information about the camera mode setting. Self-timer lampIcon Status DescriptionBli

120Removing the removable disk[Click !][Double-click!][Click !][Click !]2. Double-click the [Unplug or Eject Hardware] iconon the task bar.Windows 200

121Removing 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

122Digimax Viewer 2.1Before deleting images from the camera, you should download images to your computerthat you wish to keep.Refer to the [Help] menu

123Using PhotoImpressionWith PhotoImpression, you can edit or store still images that you downloaded from thecamera. This software is only available i

124Using PhotoImpressionYou can use PhotoImpression to perform the following tasks.Command ButtonButton DescriptionImports a picture from an album,

125FAQPlease check the following if the USB connection malfunctions.[Case 1] The camera power is off.Turn the camera power on.[Case 2] USB Driver is

126FAQThere must be USB Host Controller and USB root hub under [Universal SerialBus controllers].In addition, double-click on the USB Universal Host C

127FAQWhen the movie clip doesn’t play back on the PCWhen the movie clip recorded by the camera doesn’t play back on the PC, the causes aremostly due

128FAQIf a PC (Windows 98) stops responding while the camera and PC are connected repeatedlyIf a PC (Windows 98) is turned on for a long time and conn

129MEMO

13Connecting to a Power SourceImportant information about battery usageWhen the camera is not used, turn off the camera power.Do not recharge the non

130MEMO

131MEMO

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14Connecting to a Power SourceBattery statusBattery indicatorThe battery is fullychargedPrepare new batteryThere is no battery capacity.Replace with n

15Instructions on how to use the memory cardBe sure to format the memory card (see p.87) if you are using a newly purchased memory forthe first time,

16Instructions on how to use the memory cardDon't remove the memory card when the camera status lamp is blinking as this maycause damage to data

17Inserting the memory card3. To close, push the battery chamber cover until you hear aclick. If the memory card does not slide in smoothly, donot att

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

19LCD monitor indicatorChanging the recording modeYou can select the desired working mode by the M (mode) button located on the back of thecamera and

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

20Changing the recording mode18Changing the recording mode : If the [STILL & MOVIE] menu was selectedSteps from 1-4 are the same as those for sele

21Changing the recording modeChanging the recording mode : If the [CUSTOM] menu was selectedSteps from 1-4 are the same as those for selecting the [MO

22Starting the recording modeHow to use the Auto modeUse this for shooting basic still images. 1. Select the [FULL] sub menu on the [MODE] menu (p.19)

23How to use the Program modeSelecting the automatic mode will configure the camera with optimal settings and you canmanually configure various functi

24Starting the recording modeHow to use the Scene modesUse the menu to easily configure optimal settings for a variety of shooting situations.1. Selec

25Starting the recording modeA distance of 40cm between you and the camera (microphone) is the best distance torecord sound.If the camera power is tur

26Things to Watch Out for When Taking PicturesPressing the shutter button down half way Lightly press the shutter button to confirm focus and flash ba

27Using the camera buttons to adjust the cameraThe recording mode function can be set up by using the camera buttons.Power switchSHUTTER buttonIf the

28ZOOM W/ T buttonThis camera has a 4.8X optical zoom and a 5X digital zoom function. Using both will offer atotal zoom ratio of 24X. The illustrated

29ZOOM W/ T buttonImages taken using the digital zoom may take a little longer for the camera to process.Allow time for this to take place.You may not

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

30Voice recording( )/ Voice memo( )/ UP buttonA distance of 40cm between you and the camera (microphone) is the best distance torecord so

31Macro( )/ Down buttonWhile the menu is showing, press the DOWN button to move from the main menu to asubmenu, or to move down the submenu cursor

32Macro( )/ Down buttonAvailable focusing method, by recording mode ( O: Selectable , X: Not selectable, ∞: Infinity focus range)To focus on the s

33Flash ( )/ Left button[Selecting the Auto flash]18Flash range (Unit : m)When the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, pressingthe LEFT button m

34Flash ( )/ Left buttonMenu tab Flash mode Description Flash mode indicatorIf the subject or background is dark, the camera flash will operateaut

35Self-timer ( )/ Right buttonWhen the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the Right button makes the cursorshift to the right tab. The

36MENU/ OK buttonMENU button- When you press the MENU button, a menu related to each camera mode will be displayedon the LCD monitor. Pressing it agai

37M (Mode) buttonPressing the Up buttonHow to use the mode button : In case of [FULL] sub menu and Auto modePress the Mode button and the mode selecti

38M (Mode) buttonPressing the Right buttonHow to use the mode button : In case of [CUSTOM] sub menu and Auto modePress the Mode button and the mode se

39E (Effect) buttonIt is possible to add special effects to your images by using this buttonStill image mode : You can select the colour, focus, compo

On camera movie trimming 58Playing back a recorded voice 59LCD monitor indicator 60Using the camera buttons to adjust thecamera 61Thumbnail/ Enlargeme

40Special Effect : ColourYou can make the subject stand out from its surroundings.The subject will be sharp and in focus while making the restout of f

41Special Effect : Composite shootingYou can combine 2 ~ 4 different shots in a still image.1. Press the E button in the program mode. 2. Select the C

42Special Effect : Composite shootingChanging a part of composite shot before taking the last shotBefore taking the last composite shot, you can chang

43Special Effect : Photo FrameYou can add 9 types of frame-like borders to a still image you want to capture.1. Press the E button in the program mode

44Movie Clip frame stabiliserThis function helps stabilize images captured during movie recording. You can select this menu only in the MOVIE CLIP mod

45+/- buttonYou can use the +/- button to adjust the values for the RGB, ISO, white balance andexposure compensation.RGB : Allows the user to adjust t

46+/- buttonSelecting an ISO Sensitivity1. Press the +/- button, and then use the UP and DOWNbuttons to select the ISO icon( ). The ISO menu b

47+/- button18Using the Custom White BalanceWhite balance settings may vary slightly depending on the shooting environment. You can select the most ap

48Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settingsYou can use the menu on the LCD monitor to set up recording functions. In any mode withthe except

49Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settingsMenus are subject to change without prior notice.Menu tab Main menu Sub menu Camera working mode

5Getting to know your cameraThank you for buying a Samsung Digital Camera.Prior to using this camera, please read the user manual thoroughly.When you

50How 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

51MODE SETYou can select the desired recording mode.If you select the [CUSTOM] sub menu in the [MODE SET] menu, you can select modes set as on in this

52SizeYou can select the image size appropriate for your application.Icon 5M 4M 3M 2M 1M VGA 640 320 160Size2592X1944 2272X1704 2048X15361600X12001024

53Quality/ Frame rateYou can select the compression ratio appropriate for your application of the captured images.The higher the compression ratio, th

54Select the number of pictures in continuous shooting.- [SINGLE] : Take one picture only- [CONTINUOUS] : Images will be taken continuously until thes

55SharpnessOSD(On Screen Display) informationYou can adjust the sharpness of the picture you want to take.You cannot check the sharpness effect on the

56Starting 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

57Starting 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

58Starting play modeOn camera movie trimming : You can extract desired frames of movie clip during the movieclip play back.If the running time is unde

59Starting play modePlaying back a recorded voiceSteps from 1-2 are the same as those to play back a stillimage.3. Select the recorded voice that you

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. Interna

60LCD monitor indicatorThe LCD monitor displays shooting information about the displayed image.No. Description Icon Page1 Play mode -2 Battery p.143 F

61Using 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

62Thumbnail( )/ Enlargement( ) button The maximum enlargement rate in proportion to the image size.Trimming : You can extract part of the im

63Voice ( ) memo/ Up button3. Press the shutter button to start recording and voice willbe recorded to the still image for 10 seconds. While the v

64Delete ( ) buttonThis deletes images stored on the memory card.Before deleting images from the camera, you should protect or download images to

65Left/ Right/ Menu/ OK buttonLEFT/ RIGHT/ MENU/ OK buttons activate the following.- LEFT button : While the menu is showing, press the LEFT button to

66Album buttonYou can organise the captured still images into albums byusing the Album button.This camera has 8 albums and each album can take up to10

67Album button4. Press the OK button and a confirmation window forinserting an image will display. Select a desired submenu by Pressing the Up/Down bu

68Album buttonPlaying back the albumsPlaying back all of the albums1. Select (A) album.2. Select [SHOW] menu by pressing the Left/ Right button. 3. Se

69Setting 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

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

70TYPESetting up the play back function using the LCD monitorMenu tab Main menu Sub menu Secondary menu Page----AUTOPOSTCARDCARDLETTER4X6L2LA4A3AUTOFU

71Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitorMenu tab Main menu Sub menu Secondary menu PageAUTODRAFTNORMALFINEAUTOOFFON AUTOOFFON STANDAR

72Rotating 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

73ResizeChange the resolution (size) of pictures taken. Select [USER IMAGE] to save an image to bethe start-up image. The resized image will have a n

74Protecting imagesThis is used to protect specific shots from being accidentally erased (LOCK).It also unprotects images that have been previously pr

75Deleting all imagesDPOFOf all the files stored in the memory card, the unprotected files in the DCIM subfolder will bedeleted. Remember that this wi

76DPOF : STANDARDDPOF : INDEXThis function allows you to embed print quantity information on a stored image.1. Press the play mode button and press th

77DPOF : PRINT SIZEYou can specify the print size when printing images stored on the memory card. The [PRINT SIZE] menu is available only for DPOF 1.1

78COPY 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

79PictBridgeYou can use the USB cable to connect this camera to a printer that supports PictBridge (soldseparately) and print the stored images direct

8System chartPlease check that you have the correct contents before using this product. The contents canvary depending on the sales region. To buy the

80PictBridge : Picture SelectionSelect pictures to print1. Connect the camera to your printer. The USB menu mustbe set to [PRINTER] after you connect

81PictBridge : Print SettingMenuSIZESetting the size of the printing paperAUTO, POSTCARD, CARD, LETTER, 4 X 6, L, 2L, A4, A3LAYOUTSetting the number o

82PictBridge : PrintingPrinting Pictures1. Connect the camera to your printer. The USB menu must be set to [PRINTER] after youconnect the camera to th

83PictBridge : RESETInitialises user-changed configurations.1. Connect the camera to your printer. The USB menu must be set to [PRINTER] after youconn

84Setup menuMenu tab Main menu Sub menu Secondary menu PageRESET -SERIES -PWR SAVE OFF, 1, 3, 5MIN - p.86ENGLISH FRANÇAISDEUTSCH ESPAÑOL ITALIANOP”CCK

85Setup menuMenus are subject to change without prior notice.Menu tab Main menu Sub menu Secondary menu PageDARK -LCD NORMAL - p.90BRIGHT -NTSC -PAL -

86File nameThe first stored folder name is 100SSCAM, and the first file name is SA550001.File names are assigned sequentially from SA550001 SA550002

87Language Setting Language1. In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode,press the MENU button.2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select

88Setting up the Date/ Time/ Date typeYou can change the date and time that will be displayed on the captured images and set upthe date type.Setting D

89Auto Focus lampIf you set the operation sound to ON, various sounds will be activated for camera startup,when button are pressed, and if there is a

9System chartUSB cablePictBridge compatibleprinter(see p.79)Computer (see p.115)For WindowsPC with processor better than MMX Pentium233MHz (XP : Penti

90The Movie output signal from the camera can be NTSC or PAL.Your choice of output will be governed by the type of device (monitor or TV, etc.) to whi

91Selecting Video out typeConnecting to an external monitorIn RECORDING/ PLAY mode, you can view the stored still images or movie clips byconnecting t

92Quick 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

93Setting up the MYCAM menuYou can set up a start up image, start up sound and shutter sound. Every camera workingmode (with the exception of Voice re

94Shutter soundYou can select the shutter sound.Selecting the Shutter Sound1. In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode,press the MENU bu

95Important notesBe sure to observe the following precautions!This unit contains precision electronic components. Do not use or store this unit in the

96Important notesCaution on Using the Lens- If the lens is subjected to direct sunlight, it could result in discoloration and deterioration ofthe imag

97Warning indicatorThere are several warnings that may appear on the LCD displayCARD ERROR!Memory card errorTurn off the camera power and turn it on a

98Warning indicatorPlease check the followingBefore contacting a service centreLOW LIGHT!When taking pictures in dark placesTake pictures in Flash Pho

99Before contacting a service centreCamera does not take images when pressing the Shutter buttonThere is insufficient memory capacityDelete unnecessar