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Samsung i85 User Manual

Samsung i85
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Samsung i85 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Megapixel8.2 MP
Sensor typeCCD
Image stabilizerYes
Image sensor size1/2.5 \
Maximum image resolution3264 x 2448 pixels
Digital zoom5 x
Focal length range6 - 30 mm
InterfaceUSB 2.0
Digital SLRNo
Minimum RAM128 MB
Camera shutter speed1 - 1/2000 s
Minimum system requirementsCD-ROM DirectX 9.0c
Compatible operating systemsWindows 98SE/2000/ME/XP/Vista Mac OS 10.1-10.4
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)36 - 180 mm
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)0.3 - 0.8 m
Macro focusing range (wide)0.05 - 0.8 m
Auto Mode focusing range (tele)0.3 - ∞ m
Auto Mode focusing range (wide)0.05 - ∞ m
Light meteringSpot
ISO sensitivity80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, Auto
Flash modesauto, fill-in, Flash off, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Flash range (tele)2.8 m
Flash range (wide)0.2 - 0.4 m
Flash recharging time5 s
Internal memory190 MB
Compatible memory cardsmmc, sd
Display diagonal3 \
Display resolution (numeric)230000 pixels
USB version2.0
Scene modesBacklight, beach, Children, Close-up (macro), Cuisine, Documents, dusk, Fireworks, Night, Portrait, self-portrait, Sunset, Landscape (scenery)
Image editingresizing, rotating
Photo effectsblack&white, Negative film, Sepia
White balanceauto, Cloudy, custom modes, daylight, Fluorescent, Tungsten
Camera playbackmovie, single image, slide show, thumbnails
Self-timer delay2 s
Playback zoom (max)1 x
Product colorSilver
Battery capacity1100 mAh
Number of batteries supported1
Bundled softwareSamsung Master Samsung Converter
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)5 - 85 %
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth20.2 mm
Width95 mm
Height61.5 mm
Weight158 g

Summary

Instructions

Set up the camera driver

Install the camera driver from the CD-ROM before connecting to a PC.

Take a picture

Procedure for taking a picture.

Insert the USB cable

Connect the supplied USB cable to the PC and camera.

Check the camera’s power

Turn on the camera if it is powered off.

Check [Removable Disk]

Open Windows Explorer and search for Removable Disk.

Getting to know your camera

System chart

Package Contents

List of items included with the camera.

Sold Separately

List of optional accessories available for purchase.

Identification of features

Front & Top

Diagram identifying features on the front and top of the camera.

Identification of features

Back

Diagram identifying features on the back of the camera.

Identification of features

Bottom

Diagram identifying features on the bottom of the camera.

5 Function button

Description and layout of the 5-function button.

Connecting to a power source

SLB-1137D rechargeable battery Specification

Technical specifications of the rechargeable battery.

Number of images and battery life : Using the SLB-1137D

Battery life estimates for still images and movies.

Important information about battery usage.

Key points for safe and effective battery use.

Inserting the memory card

Instructions on how to use the memory card

When using the camera for the first time

Setting up the language

Guide to setting the camera's language.

Setting up the date, time and date type

Guide to setting camera date, time, and date type.

LCD monitor indicator

<Image & Full Status>

Explanation of indicators shown in the image and full status display.

Starting the Recording mode

Selecting modes

How to select camera modes using the M (Mode) button.

How to use the Auto mode

Instructions for using the Auto mode for quick picture taking.

Starting the Recording mode

How to use the Program mode

Guide to using the Program mode for optimal settings.

How to use the ASR mode

Guide to using the ASR mode for reducing camera shake.

Starting the Recording mode

How to use the Movie clip mode

Instructions for recording movie clips.

Recording the movie clip without sound

How to record movie clips without audio.

Pausing while recording a movie clip (Successive Recording)

How to pause and resume movie recording.

Starting the Recording mode

How to use the Scene modes

Guide to using various scene modes for different shooting situations.

Things to watch out for when taking pictures

Focus lock

Using the Focus Lock

Step-by-step guide for using the focus lock feature.

Using the camera buttons to set the camera

POWER button

Function of the POWER button for turning the camera on/off.

Shutter button

Function of the Shutter button for taking pictures and recording.

ZOOM W / T button

WIDE Zoom

How to use the W button for wide-angle zooming.

TELE Zoom

How to use the T button for telephoto zooming.

Info ( ) / Up button

Macro ( ) / Down button

Types of focus mode and focus range

Table detailing focus modes and their respective ranges.

Flash ( ) / Left button

Selecting the flash mode

Guide to selecting different flash modes.

Flash range

Table showing flash range for different ISO settings and modes.

Self-timer ( ) / Right button

Selecting the self-timer

Guide to selecting self-timer modes (10SEC, 2SEC, Double).

MENU / OK button

MENU button

Function of the MENU button for accessing menus.

OK button

Function of the OK button for confirming selections.

Fn button

How to use the Fn menu

Guide to using the Fn button to access and set menus.

Size

Quality / Frame rate

Drive mode

How to use the wise shot

Guide to using the Wise Shot feature.

Metering

ISO

White balance

Using the Custom White Balance

Guide to setting a custom white balance.

Exposure compensation

Compensating Exposure

How to adjust exposure compensation for better image brightness.

Long time shutter

Movie clip frame stabiliser

E (Effect) button

Still image mode

Selecting effects for still images.

Movie clip mode

Selecting effects for movie clips.

Available Effects, by Recording mode

Table of effects available for each recording mode.

E (Effect) button : Colour

Custom Color

How to change R, G, B values for custom color effects.

E (Effect) button : Colour Mask

E (Effect) button : Saturation

E (Effect) button : FUN

Cartoon

How to add text boxes to make images look like cartoons.

E (Effect) button : FUN

Photo Frame

How to add frame-like borders to still images.

E (Effect) button : FUN

Pre-set focus frame

Making the subject stand out by adjusting focus frames.

Moving and changing the focus frame

How to adjust the focus frame after selecting a range.

E (Effect) button : FUN

Composite shooting

How to combine 2-4 shots into a single image.

Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settings

Sharpness

How to adjust image sharpness.

Contrast

Focus Area

Voice Memo

Voice recording

Pausing while recording a voice

How to pause and resume voice recording.

Recording the movie clip without voice

Sound menu

Sound ( )

Volume

How to adjust volume for startup, shutter, beep, and AF sounds.

Start up sound

How to select the sound activated when the camera turns on.

Shutter sound

How to select the shutter sound.

Beep Sound

How to enable various sounds for camera operation status.

AF sound

How to enable AF sound when a subject is focused.

Setup menu

File

Setting up file naming format.

Language

Setting up the camera's display language.

Date&Time

Setting up date, time, and date type.

World Time

Setting up world time for different locations.

Imprint

Option to include date/time on still images.

LCD

Adjusting the LCD brightness.

SETUP1( )

File name

Function to select the file naming format.

Language

Choice of languages for the LCD display.

Setting up the Date / Time / Date type

Changing date, time, and date type on captured images.

SETUP1( )

World time

Setting world time for present location when traveling.

Imprinting the recording date

Option to include date/time on still images.

LCD brightness

Adjusting the LCD brightness.

SETUP1( )

Auto focus lamp

Turning the auto focus lamp on or off.

Start up image

Selecting the initial image displayed when the camera turns on.

SETUP2( )

Quick view

Viewing captured images briefly after taking them.

SETUP2( )

Auto power off

Function to switch off camera automatically to save battery.

LCD save

Turning off the LCD monitor automatically when idle.

Selecting video out type

Choosing between NTSC and PAL video output signals.

SETUP2( )

Formatting a memory

Deleting all files on the memory card.

SETUP2( )

Initialisation

Restoring all camera settings to default values.

Starting play mode

Playing back a still image

Instructions for playing back still images.

Starting play mode

Playing back a movie clip

Instructions for playing back movie clips.

Movie clip capture function

Steps to capture still images from a movie clip.

Starting play mode

On camera movie trimming

Extracting desired frames from a movie clip.

Playing back a recorded voice

Starting play mode

Playing back a voice memo

Playing back voice memos attached to still images.

LCD monitor Indicator

Using the camera buttons to set the camera

Play mode button

Function of the Play mode button.

Thumbnail( ) / Enlargement( ) button

Using thumbnail and enlargement buttons for image viewing.

Using the camera buttons to set the camera

Image enlargement

How to enlarge and view different parts of an image.

Trimming

Extracting a part of an image and saving it separately.

Info ( ) / Up button

Play & Pause ( ) / Down button

Left/Right/Menu/OK button

Print ( ) button

Delete ( ) button

This deletes images stored on the memory card.

Confirmation prompt before deleting stored images.

E (Effect) button : Resize

Image Resize Types

Table showing available image resize types and their compatibility.

E (Effect) button : Rotating an image

E (Effect) button : Colour

E (Effect) button : Colour

Custom colour

How to change R, G, B values for custom color effects.

E (Effect) button : Special colour

Colour Filter

Changing color information to black and white.

E (Effect) button : Special colour

Colour mask

Selecting a part to highlight, making the rest black and white.

E (Effect) button : Image editing

Red eye removal

Removing red eye effect from captured images.

Brightness control

Changing the brightness of an image.

Contrast control

Changing the contrast of an image.

Saturation control

Changing the saturation of an image.

Noise effect

Adding noise to an image for a classic feel.

E (Effect) button : FUN

Cartoon

How to add text boxes to make images look like cartoons.

E (Effect) button : FUN

Photo Frame

How to add frame-like borders to still images.

E (Effect) button : FUN

Pre-set focus frames

Making the subject stand out by adjusting focus frames.

E (Effect) button : FUN

Moving and changing the focus frame

How to adjust the focus frame after selecting a range.

Composite image

How to combine 2-4 shots into a single image.

E (Effect) button : FUN

Sticker

Adding various stickers to an image.

Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor

Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitor

Images

Settings related to image display for printing.

Size

Specifying print size for images stored on the memory card.

Layout

Setting the number of pictures per sheet for printing.

Type

Setting the quality of the printing paper.

Quality

Setting the quality of the picture to be printed.

Date

Setting whether to print the date.

File Name

Setting whether to print the file name.

Starting the slide show ( )

Start the slide show

Starting the slide show from the [Show Start] menu.

Selecting Images

How to select images to view in the slide show.

Starting the slide show ( )

Configure slide show effects

Using unique screen effects for the slide show.

Setting play interval

Setting the time interval between images in the slide show.

Setting Background Music

Setting background music for the slide show.

Playback ( )

Voice memo

Adding voice memos to stored still images.

Protecting images

Protecting specific shots from accidental deletion.

Deleting images

Deleting images stored on the memory card.

Playback ( )

DPOF

Embedding printing information on the memory card for DPOF printers.

Playback ( )

Print size

Specifying print size for images stored on the memory card.

Index

Printing images in index format.

Playback ( )

Copy To Card

Copying image files, movie clips, and voice files to the memory card.

PictBridge

Setting up the camera for connection to the printer

Configuring the camera for connection to a PictBridge printer.

Connecting the Camera to a Printer

Diagram showing camera and printer connection.

PictBridge

Easy printing

Printing pictures easily when the camera is connected to a printer.

PictBridge : Picture Selection

Setting the Number of Copies to Print

Selecting the number of copies for printing.

PictBridge : Print Setting

PictBridge : Reset

MP3 / PMP / TEXT VIEWER mode

Downloading files

Steps to download MP3, PMP, and TEXT files to the camera.

Starting the MP3 / PMP / TEXT VIEWER mode

Select a desired Multi media mode.

Selecting MP3, PMP, or TEXT VIEWER mode.

LCD monitor indicator for MP3 / PMP / TEXT VIEWER mode

Indication of present TEXT

Display of text information on the LCD monitor.

TEXT Contents

Content of text files displayed on the camera.

Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera

Volume button

Controlling the volume with the volume button.

Play & Pause / Seeking button

Controlling playback and seeking files.

Delete button

Deleting files stored on the memory.

Using the camera buttons to adjust the camera

Hold / Equalizer button

Locking camera buttons and adjusting sound settings.

Playlist button

Selecting desired files from a playlist.

Setting up the playback function using the LCD monitor

Setting up the playback function using the LCD monitor

Resume

Setting the playback type (Off, On).

Play mode

Setting various repeat and shuffle options for playback.

Skin of MP3 player

Setting the visual skin for the MP3 player.

Setting up the playback function using the LCD monitor

Playing back the slide show

Displaying images continuously at set intervals.

Setting slide show interval

Setting the time interval between images in the slide show.

Delete all

Deleting all files from the memory card.

Frame search

Setting skip range for searching movie frames.

Setting up the playback function using the LCD monitor

Display setting

Setting the play back function display on the LCD.

Auto Scroll

Scrolling text automatically on the LCD monitor.

Setting up the recording function in the MP3 mode

Setting up the playback function using the LCD monitor

MP3 BGM Setting

Playing MP3 files while displaying text.

Language setting

Setting the language for text file display.

World tour guide

Download the tour guide information

Steps to download tour guide information from the Samsung website.

World tour guide

World Tour Guide mode

Selecting the World Tour Guide mode.

World tour guide

Adding the [Bookmark]

Adding bookmarks for desired regions in the tour guide.

Bookmark list

Viewing the list of saved bookmarks.

Language

Selecting the language for the tour guide.

SOUND

Selecting sound options for the tour guide.

Important notes

Be sure to observe the following precautions!

Important safety precautions for using the camera.

Important notes

Caution on Using the Lens

Precautions for using the camera lens.

Camera Maintenance

Instructions for cleaning and maintaining the camera.

Warning indicator

[Card Error !]

Troubleshooting for memory card errors.

[Card Locked!]

Troubleshooting for locked memory cards.

[No Card!]

Troubleshooting for when no memory card is inserted.

[No Image!]

Troubleshooting for when no images are stored.

[File Error!]

Troubleshooting for file errors.

[Low Battery!]

Troubleshooting for low battery warnings.

[Low Light!]

Advice for taking pictures in low light conditions.

[Out of Number]

Troubleshooting for exceeding limits in PictBridge menu.

[DCF Full Error]

Troubleshooting for DCF format violations.

Before contacting a service centre

The camera doesn’t switch on.

Troubleshooting steps if the camera does not power on.

The camera power ceases while in use.

Troubleshooting steps if camera power turns off during use.

Battery power quickly drains.

Troubleshooting for rapid battery drain.

Camera does not take images when pressing the Shutter button.

Troubleshooting steps when photos cannot be taken.

The camera suddenly stops working while in use.

Troubleshooting steps for unexpected camera shutdowns.

The camera buttons do not operate.

Troubleshooting steps if camera buttons are unresponsive.

Before contacting a service centre

The images are unclear.

Troubleshooting steps for unclear images.

The flash does not fire.

Troubleshooting steps if the flash fails to fire.

Incorrect date and time is displayed

Troubleshooting incorrect date and time settings.

The images don’t play back.

Troubleshooting for images not playing back.

Colour of image is different to the original scene.

Troubleshooting for color discrepancies in images.

Images are too bright.

Troubleshooting for images that are too bright.

No image on external monitor.

Troubleshooting for no image display on external monitor.

When using the PC’s explorer, the [Removable Disk] file does not show.

Troubleshooting for removable disk not showing in PC explorer.

Specifications

Image Sensor

Technical specifications of the camera's image sensor.

Lens

Technical specifications of the camera lens.

LCD Monitor

Technical specifications of the LCD monitor.

Focusing

Details on focusing types and ranges.

Shutter

Specifications for shutter speed.

Exposure

Specifications for exposure control.

Flash

Specifications for flash modes and range.

Sharpness

Specifications for image sharpness adjustment.

White Balance

Specifications for white balance settings.

Voice Recording

Specifications for voice recording features.

Date Imprinting

Specifications for date imprinting.

Shooting

Specifications for shooting modes and options.

Specifications

Movie Clip

Specifications for movie clip recording.

Storage

Details on internal and external storage media.

File Format

Supported file formats for images and media.

E Button

Effect options available via the E button.

Editing

Image editing functions accessible through menus.

Image Play

Image playback options.

Multi function

Multi-functional features of the camera.

Specifications

Interface

Specifications for camera interface connections.

Power Source

Details on power source and battery.

Dimensions

Camera dimensions.

Weight

Camera weight.

Operating Temperature

Operating temperature range.

Operating Humidity

Operating humidity range.

Software

List of included software applications.

MP3 Specification

Technical specifications for MP3 audio playback.

File

Specifications for MP3 file formats and bit rates.

Sound Effect

Available sound effects for MP3 playback.

Play Mode

MP3 playback modes (repeat, shuffle).

PMP Specification

Details on PMP decoder and supported codecs.

Play Mode

PMP playback modes and seeking functions.

Subtitle

Support for subtitle files.

Specifications

Text Specification

Text file specifications.

File format

Supported file formats for text files.

Function

Text display functions like Auto Scroll and Skipping.

Language

Supported languages for text files.

Software notes

System requirements

For Windows

System requirements for Windows OS.

For Macintosh

System requirements for Macintosh OS.

About the software

Camera driver

Function and installation of the camera driver.

XviD codec

Purpose and installation of the XviD codec for movie playback.

About the software

Samsung Converter: Multimedia converting program

Program for converting multimedia files.

Setting up the application software

Setting up the application software

Setting up the application software

Install the software by instructions on the monitor.

Following on-screen instructions to install software.

Starting PC mode

Camera settings for connection

Steps for connecting the camera to the PC.

Disconnecting the camera and PC

Starting PC mode

Downloading stored images

Downloading still images from the camera to a PC.

Removing the removable disk

Windows 98SE

Procedure for removing removable disk on Windows 98SE.

Windows 2000/ME/XP/Vista

Procedure for removing removable disk on Windows 2000/ME/XP/Vista.

Setting up the USB Driver for MAC

1. A USB Driver for MAC is not included with the software CD...

Information on MAC OS compatibility and USB driver.

2. Check the MAC OS version during start-up.

Checking MAC OS version for camera compatibility.

3. Connect the camera to the Macintosh and turn the camera power on.

Connecting the camera to a Macintosh computer.

Using the USB Driver for MAC

1. Double click a new icon on the desktop...

Accessing camera files on MAC via desktop icon.

2. Select an image file and copy or move it to MAC.

Copying or moving image files to MAC.

Removing the USB Driver for Windows 98SE

To remove the USB driver, refer to the process shown below.

Procedure for uninstalling the USB driver on Windows 98SE.

Samsung Converter

How to use the Samsung Converter

Guide to using the Samsung Converter software.

Samsung Converter

Samsung Master

Downloading images

Steps to download images using Samsung Master.

Samsung Master

Image viewer : You can view the stored images.

Viewing stored images using the Samsung Master software.

Image edit : You can edit the still image.

Editing still images using the Samsung Master software.

Samsung Master

FAQ

Case 1

Troubleshooting for USB cable connection issues.

Case 2

Troubleshooting for camera not being recognized by PC.

Case 3

Troubleshooting for unexpected errors during file transfer.

Case 4

Troubleshooting USB connection issues with USB hubs.

Case 5

Troubleshooting when other USB cables are connected.

Case 6

Troubleshooting Device Manager errors (Unknown Devices).

Case 7

Troubleshooting security programs blocking camera recognition.

Case 8

Troubleshooting USB port connection issues.

FAQ

When the movie clip doesn’t play back on the PC

Troubleshooting movie playback issues on PC due to codecs.

When codec for play back the movie clip isn’t installed

Instructions for installing movie clip playback codecs.

When the DirectX 9.0 or later is not installed

Instructions for installing DirectX 9.0 or later.

FAQ

Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)

FCC notice

NOTE :

FCC compliance information and interference guidelines.

CAUTION :

FCC caution regarding modifications.

Declaration of Conformity

Manufacturer's declaration of conformity with FCC rules.

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