Samsung Digimax 420 User manual

Thank you for buying a Samsung Camera.

This manual will guide you through using the Digimax 420, including capturing images, downloading images and using the

MGI PhotoSuite III SE software. Please read this manual carefully before using your new camera.

ENGLISH

Use this camera in the following order

Instructions

Set up the camera

driver

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 the Application S/W

CD-ROM.(p.94)

Take a picture (p.25)

Insert the supplied USB cable into the PC USB port and

the camera USB connection terminal.(p.82)

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

the camera switch to power it on.(p.28)

Take a picture

Insert the USB

cable

Check the camera

power

Check

[Removable Disk]

Open Window’s EXPLORER and search for [Removable

Disk].(p.83)

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Contents

Getting to know your camera 5

About the icons 5

Danger 6

Warning 7

Caution 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

Camera status lamp 15

Mode dial 16

Connecting to Power Source 17

Attaching the strap 19

Instructions on how to use the

memory card 20

Inserting the memory card 22

Removing the memory card 22

LCD monitor indicator 23

Starting recording mode 25

Using the camera button to adjust the

camera 28

POWER switch 28

SHUTTER button 28

LCD button 29

MENU button 30

MACRO button 31

WIDE / TELE button 32

Voice memo / UP button 34

Metering / Down button 35

Flash / left button 36

Self-timer / Right button 38

OK button 38

Using the LCD monitor to adjust the

camera 39

Size 40

Quality 41

Effect 42

Shooting 43

Exposure 44

ISO 46

White balance 47

Scene 48

Starting the play mode 49

LCD monitor indicator 51

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RECORDING PLAY

Contents

LCD button 52

Menu button 52

Delete button 53

Thumbnail / Enlargement button 54

Left / Right / OK button 55

Voice memo / Up button 56

Play & Pause / Down button 57

Setting up the play back function

using the LCD monitor 58

Slide show 59

Protect 60

Delete all 61

Copy to card 62

DPOF : Standard 63

DPOF : Index 65

Setup menu 66

Format 67

File name 69

Power off 70

Language 71

Date setup 72

Imprint 73

Date type 74

User set 74

List of camera function 75

Sound 78

LCD brightness 78

Video out 79

Connecting to an external monitor 80

Quick view 81

Starting PC mode 82

Important notes 85

Warning indicator 86

Before contacting a service center 87

Specifications 90

Software Notes 92

About the software 92

Setting up the application software 94

Removing the USB Driver for

Windows 98SE 100

Removable Disk 102

Removing the removable disk 103

Setting up the USB Driver for MAC 105

Using the USB Driver for MAC 105

Digimax Viewer 106

MGI PhotoSuite III SE 107

FAQ 122

SOFTWARE

SETUP

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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 require After Sales service, please bring the camera and the cause of the camera

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

Keep the manual in a safe place.

Getting to know your camera

About the icons

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.

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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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 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 rechargeable

batteries. It may cause an explosion.

Warning

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.

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.

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Special features

This digital camera has the following features.

A high resolution of 4.0 mega pixels

A 3X optical and 4 X digital zoom lens

Movie clip & Voice recording function

An easy and fast PC interface with USB Storage Driver & Digimax viewer

Compact size & ergonomic design

A Super macro(6cm) function

16MB internal flash memory

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 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.

(refer to page 63)

Down loading image files from

camera to computer.

(refer to page 83)

Editing images on a PC.

(refer to page 107)

Viewing images on TV.

(refer to page 79)

Taking a picture.

(refer to page 25)

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