Summary of the content on the page No. 1
Thank you for buying a Samsung Camera. This manual will guide you through using the Digimax
U-CA 3, including taking images, downloading images and using the MGI PhotoSuite III SE software.
Please read this manual before using your new camera.
ENGLISH
Summary of the content on the page No. 2
Instructions Use this camera in the following order Before connecting the camera to a PC, via the USB Set up the cable, you will need to set up the camera driver. Install the camera driver that is contained in the camera driver Application S/W CD-ROM.(p.95) Take a picture (p.21) Take a picture Insert the supplied USB cable into the PC’s USB port Insert the and the camera’s USB connection terminal.(p.83) USB cable Check the camera’s power Check the If the power is turned off, press the camera
Summary of the content on the page No. 3
Contents ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ?’@@f@@e?’@@e? ? ?’@@f@@e?’@@e? ? ?’@@f@@e?’@@e? ? ?’@@f@@e?’@@e? ? ?’@@f@@e?’@@e? ? ?’@@f@@e?’@@e? ? ?’@@f@@e?’@@e? ? ?’@@f@@e?’@@e? ? ?’@@f@@e?’@@e? ? ?’@@f@@e?’@@e?
Summary of the content on the page No. 4
Contents ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ??? ?’@@f@@e?’@@e? ? ?’@@f@@e?’@@e? ? ?’@@f@@e?’@@e? ? ?’@@f@@e?’@@e? ? ?’@@f@@e?’@@e? ? ?’@@f@@e?’@@e? ? ?’@@f@@e?’@@e? ? ?’@@f@@e?’@@e? ? ?’@@
Summary of the content on the page No. 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 camera malfunction (such as Batteries, Memory card etc.) to the A/S center. Please check that the camera is operating properly prior to when you intend to use it (e.g. for a trip or an important event) to avoid disappointment. Samsung camera takes no responsibility for any
Summary of the content on the page No. 6
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
Summary of the content on the page No. 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 use the camera for a long period of time. Batteries may leak corrosive electrolyte and irreparably damage the camera's components. Do not fire the flash while it is in contact with hands or objects
Summary of the content on the page No. 8
This digital camera can be used for Viewing images on a TV. (refer to page 70) Printing images using a dedicated printer, DPOF and PictBridge compatible printer or a DPOF-equipped photo lab. (refer to page 55~62) Taking a picture. (refer to page 20~41) Down loading image files from camera to computer. (refer to page 84) Editing images on a PC. (refer to page 113) 8
Summary of the content on the page No. 9
This digital camera can be used for Taking a self-portrait and using the image Creation of a digital photo album. to personalize name cards. Recording your voice. Recording a movie clip (refer to page 22) (refer to page 21) Inserting images directly into any You can even create your own unique gift wrap electronic document. paper by using your digital images. 9
Summary of the content on the page No. 10
Manufacturer's contents Please check that you have the correct contents before using this product. marked contents are optional. Digital Camera Pouch AV cable USB cable Camera strap User manual Product warranty Software CD DigiStudio Duracell CP-1 Memory Stick Duo/ Battery pack AC adapter (3.3V) battery Case/Adapter (SBP-3603) Digimax Battery Pack : SLB-1037 KIT Battery charger Rechargeable battery Cigar jack for a car User manual 10
Summary of the content on the page No. 11
Identification of features Front & Top Mode switch Power button Shutter button Viewfinder Speaker Flash Auto Focus lamp Function lamp Microphone Strap eyelet Lens Back & Bottom Camera status lamp Viewfinder TELE/Digital zoom button WIDE/THUMBNAIL button PLAY mode button +&-/ DELETE button LCD USB/ AV monitor connection terminal DC input connection point LCD button Tripod socket * When using the digital zoom to take a picture, the composition of the picture may be different depending on whether
Summary of the content on the page No. 12
Identification of features Side/ 5-function button Battery chamber cover Voice memo/ UP button FLASH/ SELF-TIMER/ Battery chamber LEFT RIGHT button button Memory card slot MENU/ OK button Battery holder MACRO/PLAY&PAUSE/ DOWN button Mode switch You can select the desired working mode by using the mode switch located on the top of the camera. This digital camera has 3 recording modes. These are listed below. Movie clip mode A movie clip can be recorded for as long as the available recording time
Summary of the content on the page No. 13
Identification of features Still image mode You can select from Auto, Manual, or Night mode. In Myset mode, any changes made to settings other than Self-Timer and Voice Recording will be maintained even after the camera is turned off. Lamp Type Operation Lamp Camera Status Lamp LCD Monitor 7 color lights blink and then turns off when Blinks orange once X When turning on the power the camera is ready to take a picture When the camera is in focus (when the Autofocus mark X Green lamp lights up
Summary of the content on the page No. 14
Connecting to a Power Source INFORMATION Important information about battery usage Do not recharge the non rechargeable batteries. This may cause an explosion. Please remove the batteries if the camera will not be used for long periods. Batteries can lose power over time and are prone to leaking if kept inside the camera. Low temperatures (below 0 ) can affect the performance of the batteries and you may experience reduced battery life. Batteries will usually recover at normal temperatures. Duri
Summary of the content on the page No. 15
Connecting to a Power Source : If the camera does not turn on after you have inserted batteries, please Using the batteries check whether the batteries are inserted with the polarity(+ and-). 1. Open the battery chamber 2. Insert the batteries according 3. To close the battery cover by pushing in the to the polarity marks (+ and -) chamber cover, push it direction of the arrow. on the back of the battery until it clicks. chamber cover. Removing the battery 1. Turn off the camera power. Open the
Summary of the content on the page No. 16
Precautions on Using the Memory Stick Duo This camera operates only with a Memory Stick Duo. Some models of Memory Stick Duo media do not have the write-protect switch (B). Do not touch the card pins (part A) with Card pins(A) your fingers or with metal objects. Do not press hard when writing on the Write label (part C). protect If you insert the Memory Stick Duo into switch(B) the Memory Stick Duo adapter, you will Label(C) be able to use it with a Memory Stick- Back Front compatible device. [
Summary of the content on the page No. 17
Precautions on Using the Memory Stick Duo Maintenance of the Memory Stick Duo (Hereafter the Memory Stick Duo is referred to as the "Memory Card".) Be sure to format the memory card (see p. 66) if you are using a newly purchased memory for the first time, if it contains data that the camera cannot recognize, or if it contains images captured with a different camera. Turn off the camera power whenever the memory card is being inserted or removed. Repeated use of the memory card will eventually r
Summary of the content on the page No. 18
Inserting the memory card 1. Turn off the camera’s power and pull the memory card cover in the direction of the arrow to open. 2. Have the front of the memory card facing toward the front of the camera (lens) and the card pins toward the back of the camera (LCD monitor), and then push the memory card into the card slot until you hear a click. 3. To close, push the card cover until you hear a click. If the memory card does not slide in smoothly, do not attempt to insert it by force. Check the dir
Summary of the content on the page No. 19
When Using the Camera for the First Time If the camera is turned on for the first time, a menu will be displayed to set date, time and language in the LCD monitor. This menu will not be displayed after setting up the date, time and language. Set up the date, time and language before using this camera. Setting up the date, time and date type 1. Select the [DATE.TIME] menu by pressing the UP/DOWN button and press the RIGHT button. 2. Select the desired sub menu by pressing the UP/ DOWN/ SETUP LEF
Summary of the content on the page No. 20
LCD monitor indicator The LCD monitor displays information about the shooting functions and selections. [ Image & Full Status ] No. Description Icons Page 1 Battery p.15 2 Recording mode p.12~13 3 Camera shake warning p.23 4 Flash p.29 5 Self-timer p.30 6 Voice memo p.26 7 Macro p.27 8 Metering p.40 9 Auto focus frame 10 Time 01:00 PM p.19, 67 11 Date 2003/01/01 p.19, 67 12 Exposure compensation p.31 13 White Balance p.32 20
