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Samsung DIGIMAX 300 User Manual

Samsung DIGIMAX 300
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6806-1690
SAMSUNG TECHWIN CO., LTD.
OPTICS & DIGITAL IMAGING DIVISION
145-3, SANGDAEWON 1-DONG, JUNGWON-
GU,SUNGNAM-CITY, KYUNGKI-DO, KOREA 462-
121
TEL : (82) 31-740-8086,8088, 8090, 8092, 8099
FAX : (82) 31-740-8398, 8111
SAMSUNG OPTO-ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC.
HEADQUARTERS
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HILLSWOOD BUSINESS PARK
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TEL : +44 (0) 1932 455000
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TEL : (49) 6196 66 53 03
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75755, PARIS CEDEX 15, FRANCE
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00 800 22 26 37 27(Numéro Vert-Appel Gratuit)
TEL : (33) 1-4279-2282/5
FAX : (33) 1-4320-4510
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MOSCOW, 125167, RUSSIA
TEL : (7) 095-258-9296, 9298, 9299
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TIANJIN SAMSUNG OPTO-ELECTRONICS CO.,LTD.
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P.R CHINA
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TEL : (86) 22-2761-8867
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Internet address - http : //www.samsungcamera.com/
The CE Mark is a Directive conformity
mark of the European Community (EC)
Thank you for buying a Samsung Camera. This manual will guide you through using the Digimax 300,
including taking images, downloading images and using the MGI PhotoSuite III SE software.
Please read this manual before using your new camera.
ENGLISH

Table of Contents

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Samsung DIGIMAX 300 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeCompact digital camera
Optical Zoom3x
Effective Pixels3.2 megapixels
Storage MediaCompactFlash Card
Sensor TypeCCD
Battery Type2x AA batteries
Image Sensor1/2.7" CCD
LCD Screen Size1.5"

Summary

Getting to know your camera

About the icons

Explains warning icons used in the manual for safety and correct usage.

This digital camera can be used for

Special features

An FCC warning

Provides regulatory information regarding FCC compliance for the device.

Manufacturer's contents

Identification of features

Product Exterior(Front / Top / Bottom)

Identifies external parts of the camera from the front, top, and bottom.

LCD monitor indicator

Camera mode definition

Selecting camera mode and menu

LCD monitor menu indicator

Connecting to Power

Danger

Warning

Caution

This digital camera can be used for

Special features

An FCC warning

Provides regulatory information regarding FCC compliance for the device.

Manufacturer's contents

Identification of features

Product Exterior(Front / Top / Bottom)

Identifies external parts of the camera from the front, top, and bottom.

Identification of features

Product Exterior (Back)

Identifies external parts and controls of the camera from the back.

Camera status LED

Explains the function and meaning of the camera's status LED.

Identification of features

Camera status LED

Details the camera status LED states and corresponding conditions.

Self-timer lamp

Beep

LCD monitor indicator

LCD monitor indicator

Camera mode definition

Selecting camera mode and menu

LCD monitor menu indicator

LCD monitor menu indicator

LCD monitor menu indicator

LCD monitor menu indicator

Connecting to Power

Connecting to Power

Using the batteries

Step-by-step guide on inserting batteries into the camera.

Battery condition indicator

Explains the battery level indicators on the LCD monitor.

Using the Digimax battery pack (Optional : SBP-3603, 3.3V)

Information on using the optional rechargeable Digimax battery pack.

Connecting to a Power Source

Attaching the strap

Instructions on how to attach the camera strap for safety.

Inserting the SD memory card

Removing the SD memory card

Instructions on how to use the SD memory card

Provides guidance on using the SD memory card.

Instructions on how to use the memory card

Maintenance of the memory card

Guidelines for proper care and maintenance of the memory card.

Preserving the memory card data

Advice on protecting data and preventing corruption on the memory card.

Instructions on how to use the memory card

Starting Recording Mode

Recording a still image

Step-by-step guide to capturing still images with the camera.

Recording a Movie clip

Instructions on how to record movie clips using the camera.

Starting Recording Mode

Using the camera button to adjust the camera

POWER switch

Explains the function of the power switch for turning the camera on/off.

SHUTTER button

Describes the use of the shutter button for capturing images.

LCD button

Explains how the LCD button changes display modes in recording.

Using the camera button to adjust the camera

MENU button

Details how to access and use the camera's menu system.

Focus switch

4-function button

SET/ RIGHT(►) button

Explains the function of the SET/RIGHT button for confirmation and zoom.

Digital zoom

Guide on how to use the digital zoom feature for magnification.

4-function button

THUMBNAIL/ LEFT(◄) button

Explains the function of the THUMBNAIL/LEFT button.

SELF-TIMER()/ UP(▲) button

Details the use of the SELF-TIMER/UP button for self-timer and menu navigation.

Selecting the self-timer

4-function button

FLASH(/) DOWN(▼) button

Explains the FLASH/DOWN button for flash modes and menu navigation.

Selecting the flash mode

Guide to selecting different flash modes available on the camera.

4-function button

Flash mode indicator

Details the various flash modes, their indicators, and definitions.

Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera

Image size

Image Quality

White Balance

Exposure

Movie clip recording time

Starting the Play Mode

Playing back a still image

Step-by-step guide to viewing still images stored on the camera.

Starting the Play Mode

Playing back a movie clip

Instructions on how to play back recorded movie clips.

Setting up the play back function by using the camera button

LCD button

Explains how the LCD button changes image information display in Play mode.

MENU button

Details how to access the Play mode menu using the MENU button.

4-function button

4-function button

THUMBNAIL/ LEFT(◄) button

Explains how to use the THUMBNAIL/LEFT button for thumbnail display and image selection.

Thumbnail display

Guide on how to view multiple images simultaneously in thumbnail format.

4-function button

ZOOM/SET/RIGHT(►) button

Explains the ZOOM/SET/RIGHT button for image enlargement and confirmation.

Image enlargement

Step-by-step guide on how to zoom in and view enlarged images.

4-function button

UP(▲) button

Details the UP button's functions for menu navigation and image selection.

DOWN(▼) button

Details the DOWN button's functions for menu navigation and image selection.

Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor

Image deletion

Guide on how to delete individual unprotected images from the camera.

Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor

Delete all

Instructions for permanently deleting all unprotected images from the memory.

Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor

Format

Guide on how to format the internal memory or SD memory card.

Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor

Slide show

Instructions on how to set up and play a continuous image slideshow.

Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor

Protect

Explains how to protect images from accidental deletion (LOCK) or release them (UNLOCK).

Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor

# of prints

Allows embedding print quantity information for DPOF printing.

Starting the SETUP mode

Beep

Allows enabling or disabling the camera's beep sounds.

Starting the SETUP mode

Power off

Configures the automatic power-off timer to conserve battery.

Starting the SETUP mode

Date imprint

Enables or disables the date imprint feature on still images.

Starting the SETUP mode

Date type

Selects the format for the date imprint on images (YYYY/MM/DD, etc.).

Starting the SETUP mode

Date setup

Allows setting the current date and time for accurate recording.

Starting the SETUP mode

Quick view

Sets the review time for the last captured image.

Starting the SETUP mode

Language

Selects the display language for the camera's menus and messages.

Starting the SETUP mode

Reset

Resets all camera settings to their default values.

Starting the PC mode

Connecting the camera to a PC

Step-by-step instructions for connecting the camera to a computer via USB.

Disconnecting the camera and PC

Refer to specific pages for disconnecting the camera based on Windows version.

Starting PC mode

Downloading stored images

Guide on transferring images from the camera to a PC for editing and printing.

Starting PC mode

Important notes

Warning indicator

Before contacting a sevice center

Before contacting a sevice center

Specifications

Specifications

About the software

Setting up the application software

Setting up the application software

Setting up the application software

Setting up the application software

Setting up the application software

Setting up the application software

Setting up the application software

Removing the USB Driver for Windows 98SE

Removable Disk

Removing the removable disk

Setting up the USB Driver for MAC

Using the USB Driver for MAC

Digimax Viewer

MGI PhotoSuite III SE

MGI PhotoSuite III SE

Introduction to navigation bar

Explains the functions of the navigation bar buttons within MGI PhotoSuite III SE.

MGI PhotoSuite III SE

Get

Instructions on how to acquire images from the computer or digital camera.

MGI PhotoSuite III SE

Acquiring images from an Album

Guide on how to acquire images by selecting them from an album.

MGI PhotoSuite III SE

Prepare

Details photo editing functions like Rotate & Crop, Touchup, Special Effects, and Stitching.

MGI PhotoSuite III SE

Compose

Explains features for creating collages, photo layouts, cards, calendars, and business items.

MGI PhotoSuite III SE

Organize

Guide on organizing photos and media files into albums.

MGI PhotoSuite III SE

Creating an Album

Step-by-step instructions for creating a new photo album within the software.

MGI PhotoSuite III SE

Add images to the album

Instructions on how to add images from the computer to a created album.

MGI PhotoSuite III SE

Share

Explains options for saving, emailing, or viewing images as a slideshow.

Print

Guide on printing images and print multiples from the software.

FAQ

Please check the following if the USB connection malfunctions.

Troubleshooting common USB connection problems and their solutions.

FAQ

Case 6

How to check computer USB interface support and OS version compatibility.

Case 7

Advice on using USB hubs and potential compatibility issues.

Case 8

Troubleshooting advice for multiple USB devices connected simultaneously.

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