Samsung 3500 User manual

Thank you for buying a Samsung Camera.

This manual will guide you through using the Digimax V3 / Digimax 3500 Super, including taking images, downloading

images and using the MGI PhotoSuite III SE software. Please read this manual before using your new camera.

ENGLISH

Use this camera in the following order

Instructions

Set up the camera

driver

Before connecting the USB cable to the PC and this

camera, you have to set up the camera driver. Install the

camera driver that is contained in the Application S/W CD-

ROM. (p.110)

Take a picture (p.26)

Insert the supplied USB cable into the PC USB port and

the camera USB connection terminal.(p.99)

Check the camera power. If the power is turned off, slide

the camera switch to power it on.

Take a picture

Insert the USB

cable

Check the camera

power

Check

[Removable Disk]

Do not insert the cigar jack plug to

the DC input connection point as this

results in electric shock or severe

damage to your camera.

Open Window’s EXPLORER and search for [Removable Disk].

READY

Contents

Getting to know your camera 5

About the symbols 6

Caution 6

Warning 7

Danger 8

Special features 9

This digital camera can be used for 10

Manufacturer's contents 12

Identification of features 13

Front & Top 13

Back & Bottom 13

Side 14

5-function button 14

Mode dial 15

Connecting to Power 17

Inserting the memory card 20

Instructions on how to use the

memory card 21

Selecting the date and time 23

Language 25

LCD monitor indicator 27

Starting recording mode 29

Using the camera button to adjust the

camera 32

LCD button 32

SHUTTER button 32

WIDE / TELE button 33

UP/ Voice memo button 35

MACRO / SUPER MACRO button 36

FLASH button 37

SELF-TIMER / REMOTE button 40

MENU/ OK button 42

MF button 43

+/- button 44

Using the LCD monitor to adjust the

camera 46

How to use the menu 48

Size 49

Quality 50

A/S/M 51

Metering 53

Shooting 54

White Balance 56

Effect 57

Sharpness 58

My SET mode menu 59

Mode 59

Change 60

Starting the play mode 62

LCD monitor indicator 64

Information button 65

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RECORDING PLAY/SETUP

Contents

Thumbnail & Wide /

Tele & Trimming button 65

Thumbnail / Enlargement /

Trimming button 66

UP / Voice memo button 67

DOWN / LEFT / RIGHT button 68

MENU / OK button 68

DELETE button 69

PLAY & PAUSE button 70

Setting up the play back function

using the LCD monitor 71

Slide show 72

Protect 73

Resize 74

Delete all 75

DPOF : Standard 76

DPOF : Index 77

DPOF : Cancel 78

Setup menu 79

File 80

Power off 81

Language 82

Format 83

Date set 85

Time set 86

Date type 87

Imprint 88

Sound 89

LCD brightness 90

Video 91

Connecting to an external monitor 92

Quick view 93

MyCAM menu 94

Start up image 94

Start up sound 95

Shutter sound 95

List of camera function 96

Starting PC mode 99

Important notes 101

Warning indicator 102

Before contacting a service center 103

Specifications 106

Software Notes 108

About the software 108

Setting up the application software 110

Removing the USB Driver for

Windows 98SE 116

Removable Disk 118

Removing the removable disk 119

Setting up the USB Driver for MAC 121

Using the USB Driver for MAC 121

Digimax Viewer 122

MGI PhotoSuite III SE 123

FAQ 138

SOFTWARE

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Thank you for buying a Samsung Digital Camera.

Prior to using this camera, please read the user manual thoroughly.

When you request A/S, please bring the camera and the factor of the camera malfunction (such as

Batteries, Memory card etc.) to A/S center.

Keep the manual in a safe place.

Getting to know your camera

About the symbols

This manual contains instructions on using this camera that will help you to use this camera safely and

correctly. This will help prevent danger and injury to others.

DANGER

DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in

death or serious injury.

WARNING

WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result

in death or serious injury.

CAUTION

CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in

a minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE

NOTICE indicates a factor, which, if not avoided, may result in camera malfunction or

poor image quality.

INFORMATION

INFORMATION indicates a factor, which should assist further in the operation of the

camera.

About the symbols

The camera mode icons will be marked on the right side of the title bar. The title is available only in the

marked camera mode. Refer to below.

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 use old batteries with new ones, or mix brands of batteries.

Ensure the batteries are positioned correctly with regard to polarity (+ / -).

When the camera is not in use for long periods, always unplug the camera from its power source.

Do 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.

Do not move the camera while it is switched on, if you are using the AC Power Adapter. After use,

always switch off the camera before unplugging the adapter from the AC Power 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.

Icon Mode dial Camera working mode Icon Mode dial Camera working mode

Easy mode Program mode

Portrait mode Night mode

Aperture priority mode Shutter priority mode

Manual mode Movie clip mode

User set mode Voice recording mode

Play mode

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Do 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.

When taking photographs, never point the lens

of the camera directly into very strong light.

This may result in permanent damage to the

camera or your eyesight.

Do 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.

When in use, do not cover the camera or AC

Power Adapter. 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.

For safety reasons keep this product and accessories out of reach of children or animals to prevent

accidents e.g.:

Swallowing batteries or small camera accessories. In case of accidents, please consult a doctor immediately.

There is a risk of permanent eye damage if the flash is operated at a distance of less than one

meter from a person’s eyes.

There is a possibility of injury from the camera’s moving parts.

Batteries 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.

Do not recharge the non recharge batteries. It may cause explosion.

Warning

Danger

Do 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 Center.

Please do not use this product in close

proximity to flammable or explosive gases, as

this could increase the risk of explosion.

Should 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 (batteries or AC Power Adapter). You must contact your

dealer or Samsung Camera Service Center. Do not continue to use the camera as this may cause a

fire or electric shock.

Do not insert or drop metallic or inflammable

foreign objects into the camera through access

points e.g. CARD slot and battery chamber.

This may cause a fire or electric shock.

Do not operate this camera with wet hands.

This could pose a risk of electric shock.

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Special features

This digital camera has the following features.

A fine resolution of 3.2 mega pixels

A 3X optical and 4X digital zoom lens

A superior Schneider lens

9 power source options (a world first!)

A Super macro(6cm) function

3 different “My SET”modes

An FCC warning

This device has been tested in accordance with the limits of a class B digital device under item 15

of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide protection against harmful interference in

commercial installation. This equipment generates, absorbs and can emit radio frequency energy.

If it is not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference

to radio communication. There is however, no guarantee that interference will not occur in a some

situations. Should any interference occur when this device is in operation, please try one or more of

the following measures.

Change the location and direction of any aerial.

Increase distance between camera and affected device.

Use a different socket away from the affected device.

Please contact a Samsung agent or a radio/TV engineer.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.

This digital camera can be used for

Printing images using a

dedicated printer, DPOF-

compatible printer or DPOF-

equipped photo lab.(p.76)

Down loading image files

from camera to

computer.(p.100)

Editing images on a PC.(p.123)

Taking a picture.

(refer to page 26)

Viewing images on a TV

screen or external monitor

(refer to page 92)

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