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Samsung i8 User Manual

Samsung i8
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Samsung i8 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Megapixel8.2 MP
Camera typeCompact camera
Sensor typeCCD
Image sensor size1/2.5 \
Maximum image resolution3264 x 2448 pixels
Digital zoom5 x
Optical zoom3 x
Focal length range6.3 - 18.9 mm
InterfaceUSB 2.0
Digital SLRNo
Power sourceSAC-47 (DC 4, 2 V, 2 A)
Built-in flashYes
Camera shutter speed1 - 1/2000 s
Minimum system requirementsUSB
Compatible operating systemsWindows 98SE/2000/ME/XP/Vista Mac OS 10.1 - 10.4
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)38 - 114 mm
FocusTTL
Focus adjustmentAuto
Normal focusing range0.8 - ∞ m
Auto focusing (AF) modescentre weighted auto focus, multi point auto focus
Super Macro focusing range0.01 - 0.05 m
Macro focusing range (tele)0.4 - 0.8 m
Macro focusing range (wide)0.05 - 0.8 m
Auto Mode focusing range (tele)0.4 - ∞ m
Auto Mode focusing range (wide)0.05 - ∞ m
Light meteringCentre-weighted, Spot
ISO sensitivity80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, Auto
Flash modesauto, fill-in, Flash off, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Flash range (tele)0.5 - 2.4 m
Flash range (wide)0.3 - 3.3 m
Flash recharging time4 s
Motion JPEG frame rate20 fps
Display diagonal2.7 \
USB version2.0
Scene modesBacklight, beach, Children, Close-up (macro), Cuisine, Documents, dusk, Fireworks, Night, Portrait, self-portrait, Sunset, Landscape (scenery)
Image editingresizing, rotating, trimming
Photo effectsblack&white, Negative film, Neutral, Sepia, Vivid
White balanceauto, Cloudy, custom modes, daylight, Fluorescent, Tungsten
Camera playbackmovie, slide show
Self-timer delay2 s
Playback zoom (max)1 x
Product colorWhite
Battery typeSLB 0937
Battery capacity900 mAh
Number of batteries supported1
Bundled softwareSAMSUNG Master, SAMSUNG Converter.
Operating relative humidity (H-H)5 - 85 %
Maximum operating temperature range (T-T)0 - 40 °C
Compatible memory cardsmmc, sd
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth20 mm
Width90 mm
Height58 mm
Weight116 g

Summary

Samsung i8 User Manual

Welcome and Introduction

Provides a brief overview and welcome message for the user.

Getting Started: Camera Setup and Usage

Initial Camera Setup Steps

Outlines the initial steps for setting up the camera.

Basic Camera Operation Guide

Explains fundamental operations for using the camera.

About Your Samsung Digital Camera

Important User Manual Guidelines

Provides crucial guidelines and advice for using the user manual.

Critical Safety Warnings

DANGER: Hazardous Situations

Details critical safety warnings to prevent death or serious injury.

WARNING: Potentially Hazardous Situations

Outlines potential hazards that could cause injury or death.

Important Precautions for Camera Use

CAUTION: Minor Injury Hazards

Provides warnings for potential minor or moderate injuries.

Product Contents and Accessories

Package Contents Overview

Lists all items included in the camera package.

Camera Component Identification

Front and Top View Identification

Identifies components on the front and top of the camera.

Camera Component Identification

Back View Identification

Identifies components on the back of the camera.

Camera Component Identification

Bottom View and Function Buttons

Identifies bottom components and function buttons.

Power Source and Battery Information

Rechargeable Battery Specifications

Details the specifications of the SLB-0937 rechargeable battery.

Connecting to a Power Source

Using AC and USB Cables for Power

Explains how to use AC and USB cables for powering the camera.

Inserting Camera Components

Battery and Memory Card Insertion

Provides instructions for inserting the battery and memory card.

Memory Card Usage and Care Instructions

Memory Card Handling Precautions

Details important precautions for handling memory cards.

First-Time Camera Setup Guide

Language and Date/Time Configuration

Guides through setting language and date/time preferences.

Understanding the LCD Monitor Indicators

Indicator Meanings for Shooting Functions

Explains the meaning of various indicators on the LCD monitor.

Starting the Recording Mode

Selecting and Using Shooting Modes

Explains how to select and use different shooting modes.

Starting the Recording Mode

Using Program, DIS, and FUN Modes

Guides on using Program, DIS, and FUN shooting modes.

Starting the Recording Mode

Using the Photo Help Guide Mode

Explains how to use the Photo Help Guide for better pictures.

Starting the Recording Mode

Movie Clip Mode Operations

Details how to record and manage movie clips.

Starting the Recording Mode

How to Use Scene Modes

Explains the usage of various scene modes for different shooting.

Important Considerations for Taking Pictures

Shutter Button Usage and Focus Confirmation

Guides on using the shutter button for focus and capture.

Camera Button Functions

Focus Lock and POWER Button Operation

Explains the Focus Lock and POWER button functionalities.

Camera Button Functions

Shutter and FD (Face Detection) Button Use

Details Shutter and FD button operations for shooting.

ZOOM W / T Button Operations

Wide and Tele Zoom Functionality

Explains the operations of the WIDE and TELE zoom buttons.

Function Description / Info / Up Button

Using the Function Description Feature

Guides on accessing and using the function description feature.

Macro Focus Operations

Macro Modes, Ranges, and Precautions

Details macro modes, ranges, and necessary precautions.

Flash Button Functions

Selecting Flash Modes and Ranges

Explains how to select flash modes and their ranges.

Self-timer Button Operations

Self-timer Modes and Notes

Details self-timer modes and important usage notes.

MENU / OK Button Functions

MENU and OK Button Usage

Explains the functionality of the MENU and OK buttons.

Fn Button Menu Operations

Fn Menu Options and Navigation

Provides an overview of Fn menu options and navigation.

Fn Button: Image Size and Quality Settings

Image Size and Quality/Frame Rate Options

Details options for image size and quality/frame rate.

Fn Button: Metering and Drive Modes

Metering and Drive Mode Selection

Explains how to select metering and drive modes.

Fn Button: ISO and White Balance Settings

ISO Sensitivity and White Balance Options

Covers ISO sensitivity and white balance settings.

Fn Button: White Balance and Exposure

Custom White Balance and Exposure Compensation

Guides on custom white balance and exposure compensation.

Fn Button: Long Time Shutter

Adjusting Shutter Speed and Aperture

Explains how to adjust shutter speed and aperture in Night mode.

E (Effect) Button Overview

Available Effects and Photo Style Selector

Lists available effects and the Photo Style Selector.

E (Effect) Button: Colour Editing

Colour and Custom Colour Adjustments

Details colour adjustments and custom colour settings.

E (Effect) Button: Image Adjustments

Saturation, Contrast, and Sharpness Controls

Explains controls for saturation, contrast, and sharpness.

E (Effect) Button: Cartoon Effect

Adding Text to Images via Cartoon Effect

Guides on adding text to images using the Cartoon effect.

E (Effect) Button: Pre-set Focus Frame

Selecting and Adjusting Focus Frames

Explains how to select and adjust pre-set focus frames.

E (Effect) Button: Composite Shooting

Creating Composite Shots

Guides on combining multiple shots into one image.

E (Effect) Button: Photo Frame Effect

Applying Photo Frames to Images

Explains how to add photo frames to images.

E (Effect) Button: Colour Mask Effect

Applying Colour Mask to Images

Guides on applying the colour mask effect to images.

Using LCD Monitor for Camera Settings

Focus Area, ACB, and Voice Memo Settings

Details settings for focus area, ACB, and voice memo.

Voice Recording Operations

Pausing and Resuming Voice Recording

Explains how to pause and resume voice recording.

Movie Clip Recording and Playback

Recording Movie Clips (Silent)

Guides on recording movie clips without audio.

Starting Play Mode and Still Image Playback

Instructions for starting play mode and playing still images.

Movie Clip Playback and Capture

Playing Back Movie Clips

Details how to play back movie clips.

Movie Clip Editing and Voice Playback

On-Camera Movie Trimming

Explains how to trim movie clips directly on the camera.

LCD Monitor Indicators for Media Modes

Media Playback Indicator Details

Explains indicators shown during media playback.

Using Camera Buttons for Playback

Play Mode and Thumbnail/Enlargement Buttons

Details playback mode and thumbnail/enlargement button functions.

Image Viewing and Manipulation in Playback

Image Enlargement and Trimming

Explains image enlargement and trimming functionalities.

Playback Navigation Buttons

Info/Up and Play&Pause/Down Button Functions

Explains the functions of Info/Up and Play&Pause/Down buttons.

Playback Navigation and File Management

Navigation Buttons and Image Deletion

Covers navigation buttons and the image deletion process.

E (Effect) Button: Image Manipulation

Resizing Images

Guides on resizing images to different dimensions.

E (Effect) Button: Image Editing - Rotation and Colour

Rotating and Colour Effects

Explains image rotation and colour effect applications.

E (Effect) Button: Image Editing - Colour and Fixes

Custom Colour and Red Eye Removal

Details custom colour settings and red eye removal.

E (Effect) Button: Image Editing Adjustments

Saturation, Contrast, and Noise Controls

Explains controls for saturation, contrast, and noise effects.

E (Effect) Button: FUN Mode - Cartoon

Creating Cartoon Images with Text

Guides on adding text to images using the Cartoon effect.

E (Effect) Button: FUN Mode Editing

Cartoon Image Editing and Photo Frames

Covers cartoon editing and applying photo frames.

E (Effect) Button: FUN Mode Frames

Preset Focus Frames Selection

Explains how to select preset focus frames.

E (Effect) Button: FUN Mode Composites

Focus Frame Adjustment and Composites

Covers focus frame adjustment and composite image creation.

E (Effect) Button: FUN Mode Composites Editing

Selecting and Changing Composite Shots

Guides on selecting and modifying composite shots.

E (Effect) Button: FUN Mode Stickers and Filters

Adding Stickers and Colour Filters

Explains how to add stickers and apply colour filters.

E (Effect) Button: FUN Mode Colour Mask

Applying Colour Mask to Images

Guides on applying the colour mask effect to images.

Setting Up Playback Functions via LCD Monitor

Slide Show and Playback Menu Configuration

Details configuration for slide show and playback menus.

Setting Up Slide Show Playback

Starting and Configuring Slide Shows

Guides on starting and configuring slide show playback.

Slide Show Image and Effect Settings

Selecting Images and Customizing Effects

Covers image selection and effect customization for slide shows.

Slide Show Playback Interval and Music

Setting Play Interval and Background Music

Details setting slide show play interval and background music.

Voice Memo and File Protection

Recording Voice Memos and Protecting Images

Guides on recording voice memos and protecting images.

Playback Mode: Deletion and DPOF

DPOF: Digital Print Order Format

Explains the Digital Print Order Format feature.

DPOF Printing Settings

Standard and Index DPOF Printing

Details standard and index DPOF printing configurations.

DPOF and File Copying

Print Size and File Copying to Card

Covers print size settings and copying files to memory card.

Sound Menu Settings

Volume, Start-up, and Shutter Sound Settings

Details settings for volume, start-up, and shutter sounds.

Sound Menu Settings Details

Beep, AF, and Self Portrait Sound Settings

Covers beep, AF, and self-portrait sound settings.

Camera Setup Menu Overview

SETUP1 and SETUP2 Menu Options

Provides an overview of SETUP1 and SETUP2 menu options.

SETUP1: Basic Settings Configuration

Language Selection and Setup

Guides through language selection and setup.

SETUP1: Display and View Settings

Start-up Image, LCD Brightness, and Quick View

Covers start-up image, LCD brightness, and quick view settings.

SETUP2: Memory and Initialization

Memory Card Formatting and Initialization

Details memory card formatting and camera settings initialization.

SETUP2: File Naming Conventions

File Naming Format Options

Explains the available file naming format options.

SETUP2: Date Imprinting and Power Management

Date Imprinting and Auto Power Off

Covers date imprinting on images and auto power off settings.

SETUP2: Video Output Configuration

Selecting Video Output Type (NTSC/PAL)

Guides on selecting video output types for external monitors.

SETUP2: Focus Lamp and PictBridge

Auto Focus Lamp and PictBridge Setup

Details auto focus lamp and PictBridge connection setup.

PictBridge: Printing Options

PictBridge: Selecting Images for Printing

Explains how to select images for printing via PictBridge.

PictBridge: Print Settings and Reset

PictBridge Print Settings and Reset Procedure

Guides on configuring print settings and resetting PictBridge.

MP3 / PMP / TEXT VIEWER Mode

Downloading Multimedia Files to Camera

Instructions for downloading multimedia files to the camera.

Starting MP3 / PMP / TEXT VIEWER Mode

Selecting Media Playback Mode

Guides on selecting MP3, PMP, or Text Viewer modes.

MP3 / PMP / TEXT VIEWER Mode Playback Notes

Playback Behavior and Limitations

Details playback behavior and limitations for media files.

LCD Monitor Indicators for Media Modes

Media Mode Display Indicators

Explains indicators shown on the LCD for media modes.

Camera Buttons for Media Adjustment

Volume, Play/Pause, Delete Buttons

Explains the functions of volume, play/pause, and delete buttons.

Camera Buttons for Media Adjustment

Hold/Equalizer and Playlist Buttons

Details hold/equalizer and playlist button functionalities.

Playback Function Setup via LCD Monitor

MP3, PMP, and Text Viewer Settings

Covers playback settings for MP3, PMP, and Text Viewer modes.

Playback Function Setup via LCD Monitor

Resume, Play Mode, and MP3 Player Skin

Details resume, play mode, and MP3 player skin settings.

Playback Function Setup via LCD Monitor

Slide Show, Delete All, and Frame Search

Covers slide show, delete all, and frame search functions.

Playback Function Setup via LCD Monitor

Display Settings, DRM Info, MP3 Recording, Auto Scroll

Details display, DRM info, MP3 recording, and auto scroll settings.

Playback Function Setup via LCD Monitor

MP3 Background Music and Language Settings

Covers MP3 BGM and text language settings.

World Tour Guide Feature

Downloading Tour Guide Information

Instructions for downloading tour guide information.

World Tour Guide Feature

Selecting World Tour Guide Mode and Finding Info

Guides on selecting modes and finding tour information.

World Tour Guide Feature Customization

Bookmarks, Language, and Sound Settings

Covers bookmarks, language, and sound settings for tour guide.

Important Notes for Camera Usage

Environmental and Handling Precautions

Details environmental and handling precautions for camera use.

Important Notes for Camera Usage

Water, Temperature, and Maintenance Precautions

Covers water, temperature, and maintenance precautions.

Static Electricity and Headphone Safety Warnings

Details safety warnings regarding static electricity and headphones.

Warning Indicators on LCD Display

Common Error Indicator Meanings

Explains the meaning of various error indicators on the LCD.

Troubleshooting Common Camera Issues

Camera Power and Operation Problems

Troubleshooting steps for power and operation issues.

Troubleshooting Common Camera Issues

Image Quality, Flash, and Date/Time Issues

Troubleshooting image quality, flash, and date/time problems.

Memory Card, PC Connection, and Monitor Issues

Troubleshooting card, PC connection, and monitor issues.

Camera Specifications Overview

Sensor, Lens, LCD, Focus, Shutter, Exposure Specs

Provides specifications for sensor, lens, LCD, focus, shutter, exposure.

Camera Specifications Details

Movie Clip, Storage, and 'E' Button Specs

Details movie clip, storage, and 'E' button specifications.

Camera Specifications Details

Multi-function, Interface, and Media Specs

Covers multi-function, interface, and media specifications.

Camera Specifications Details

Text Specifications and Software Notes

Details text specifications and software usage notes.

Software System Requirements

Windows and Macintosh System Requirements

Lists system requirements for Windows and Macintosh.

About the Camera Software

Camera Driver, USB Storage, and XviD Codec

Details camera driver, USB storage, and XviD codec.

Setting Up Application Software

Installing XviD Codec for Movie Playback

Guides on installing the XviD codec for movie playback.

Setting Up Application Software

Software Installation Steps via Monitor

Details software installation steps shown on the monitor.

Setting Up Application Software

Connecting PC to Camera Post Driver Installation

Explains connecting the PC after driver installation.

Setting Up Application Software

Handling Hardware Wizards and Adobe Reader

Guides on handling hardware wizards and installing Adobe Reader.

Starting PC Mode: Connecting to Computer

Connecting Camera to PC for Data Transfer

Details connecting the camera to PC for data transfer.

Starting PC Mode: Downloading Images

Downloading Stored Images to PC

Explains how to download stored images to your PC.

Starting PC Mode: Removing Removable Disk

Safe Removal of Disk (Windows)

Provides safe removal procedures for Windows.

Removing Removable Disk Safely

Windows Safe Removal Procedure

Details the safe removal procedure for Windows disks.

Setting Up USB Driver for Macintosh

Macintosh USB Driver Installation

Guides on installing the USB driver for Macintosh.

Removing USB Driver for Windows 98SE

Windows 98SE USB Driver Uninstallation

Explains how to uninstall the USB driver on Windows 98SE.

Samsung Converter Software Usage

How to Use the Samsung Converter

Provides instructions on using the Samsung Converter software.

Samsung Converter Software Usage

Troubleshooting Samsung Converter Errors

Details common errors and troubleshooting for the converter.

Samsung Master Software Usage

Downloading Images with Samsung Master

Guides on downloading images using Samsung Master.

Samsung Master Software Usage

Image Editing Features in Samsung Master

Explains image editing features within Samsung Master.

Samsung Master Software Usage

Movie Editing Features in Samsung Master

Details movie editing features within Samsung Master.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Troubleshooting USB Connection Malfunctions

Provides solutions for USB connection issues.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Troubleshooting Movie Playback and Codec Issues

Addresses issues with movie playback and codec installation.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Troubleshooting PC Freezing and File Errors

Provides solutions for PC freezing and file transfer errors.

Correct Product Disposal Information

Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Disposal

Information on the proper disposal of electronic waste.

Regulatory Compliance Notices

FCC Compliance and Declaration of Conformity

Contains FCC compliance and declaration of conformity statements.

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