Vanson V-6000 User Manual

Thank you for buying a Samsung Camera.This manual will guide you through using the camera, including capturing images, downloading images andusing the

10Manufacturer's contentsPlease check that you have the correct contents before using this product.marked contents are optional.Digital Camera US

100Setting up the application softwareIf you select [Exit] at the step 3, the application program installation will be cancelled.INFORMATION If you se

101Setting up the application software7. A window will open, asking you to choosea folder to which program icons will beadded. Click [Next >] butto

102Setting up the application software12. A destination selection window will open.Click [Next >]. To copy to the files toanother folder, click [Br

103Setting up the application software15. Installation is complete. To applychanges, you must restart the computer.Select [Yes, I want to restart myco

104Setting up the application softwareIf you have installed the camera driver, [Found New Hardware Wizard] may not open.On a Windows 98 or 98 SE syste

105Starting PC ModeThe camera driver must be installed before using PC mode.To save battery power, it is recommended that you use an AC adapter (Optio

106Starting PC Mode3. Select an image and press the right mousebutton.4. A pop-up menu will open.Click [Cut] or [Copy] menu.- [Cut] : cuts a selected

107Starting PC Mode6. Press the right mouse button and a pop-upmenu will open. Click [Paste].7. An image file is transferred from the camera toyour PC

108Removing the USB Driver for Windows 98SETo remove the USB driver, refer to the process shown below.1. Trace [Start Settings] and click [Control Pa

109Removable DiskTo use this camera as a Removable Disk, install (p.99) the USB Driver.1. Before turning the camera power on, connect the camera to th

11Identification of featuresFront & TopBack & Bottom* When using the digital zoom to take a picture, the composition of the picture may be dif

110Removing the removable disk[Click!][Double-click!][Click!][Click!]Windows 98SE1. Check whether the camera and PC are transferring a file. If the au

111Removing the removable disk1. A USB Driver for MAC is not included with the software CD as MAC OS supports thecamera driver.2. Check the MAC OS. Yo

112Using PhotoImpressionYou can use PhotoImpression to perform the following tasks.With PhotoImpression, you can edit or store still images that you d

113Using PhotoImpressionTool BarButton Description Button DescriptionResize LayerFlip Layer HorizontallyUndoCopyDelete LayerRotate LayerRotate All Lay

114Digimax Viewer functions are listed below.- Basic functions : Copy, Cut, Paste, Delete, Rotate, Rename, changing file type, Resize,Property.- Advan

115FAQ[Case 4] The camera is not recognized by your PC. Sometimes, the camera may appear under [Unknown Devices] in DeviceManager.Install the camera d

116FAQ[Case 9] When I open the Device Manager (by clicking Start (Settings) ControlPanel (Performance and Maintenance) System (Hardware) DeviceM

117FAQ1) When the movie clip plays back, only the sound plays back without the image. It isn't compatible with the Mogen MJPEG Decoder. Uninstall

118MEMO

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12Identification of featuresPROGRAM modePlease select this mode for quick and easy picture takingwith minimal user interaction.Selecting the automatic

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13Identification of featuresAperture priority / Shutter priority / Manual modeThe Aperture and Shutter can be set manually in the A/ S/ Mmode.A/S/M mo

14Identification of featuresSelf-timer lamp (Based on 10-second Self-timer; see p. 35)Color Status Camera StatusBlinking- For the first 7 seconds, the

15Connecting to a Power SourceImportant information about battery usageIt is easy to buy alkaline batteries. However, the duration for using batteries

16Connecting to a Power SourceBattery statusBattery indicatorThe batteries are fullycharged.Prepare new batteries.There is no battery capacity.Replace

17Instructions on how to use the memory cardBe sure to format the memory card (see p. 81) if you are using a newly purchased memoryfor the first time,

18Instructions on how to use the memory cardIf you open the battery chamber cover when the camera power is turned on, the powerwill turn off automatic

19Inserting the memory card1. Slide the power switch to turn the power off.Open the battery chamber cover and press the memorycard as shown in the ima

2InstructionsUse this camera in the following orderInsert the USB cableSet up the camera driverBefore connecting the camera to a PC, via theUSB cable,

20LCD monitor indicator[ Image & Full Status ]No. Description Icons Page1 Battery p.163 Camera shake warning p.264 Flash p.335 Self-timer p.356

21LCD monitor indicator14 White Balance p.4215 ISO p.4216 RGB p.4117 Image quality p.4918Image size/ Continuous shot 2816, 2560, 2272, 2048, 1600, 102

22How to use the PROGRAM mode ( )Selecting the automatic mode will configure the camerawith optimal settings. You can still manually con

23Starting the recording modeHow to use the MySET mode ( )This mode allows users to save frequently used shooting settingsfor later u

24NIGHT SCENE mode ( )This mode is used at night or against a dark background.Configure the shutter speed and aperture value by zoomscale (Lon

25Starting the recording modeHow to use the SCENE mode ( )Use the menu to easily configure optimal settings for a variety of shooting

26Things to Watch Out for When Taking PicturesPressing the shutter button down half way Lightly press the shutter button to confirm focus and flash ba

27Using the camera buttons to adjust the cameraThe RECORDING(AUTO, PROGRAM, A/S/M, MySET, VOICE RECORDING, MOVIE CLIP,NIGHT SCENE , SCENE) mode functi

28ZOOM W/T buttonThis camera has a 3X optical zoom and a 4X digital zoom function. Using both will offer atotal zoom ratio of 12X.TELE ZoomOptical zoo

29ZOOM W/T buttonTo use the digital zoom the LCD monitor has to be turned on.Images taken using the digital zoom may take a little longer for the came

3ContentsGetting to know your camera 5About the icons 5Danger 6Warning 6Caution 7An FCC warning 7This digital camera can be used for 8Manufacturer&ap

30Voice memo( )/ UP button3. Press the shutter button and take a picture. The picture is stored on the memory card.4. Voice memo will be recorded f

31MACRO ( ) / SUPER MACRO ( ) buttonWhen the macro or super macro mode is selected, It is possible that camera shake willoccur. If this is the c

32Focus lockTo focus on the subject positioned outside of the center, use the focus lock function.Using the Focus Lock1. Ensure the subject in the cen

33WIDE TELE WIDE TELE0.8 ~ 3.0 0.8 ~ 2.0 0.3 ~ 0.8 0.3 ~ 0.8Unit : m[ Selecting the Auto & Red eye reduction flash ]Flash rangeWhen the menu is di

34FLASH( ) / LEFT buttonICON Flash mode Description Flash mode indicatorAvailable flash mode, by recording modeIf the subject or background is dark

35SELF-TIMER / REMOTE buttonWhen the menu is displayed on the LCD monitor, pressing the RIGHT button makes thecursor shift to the sub menu.When the me

36SELF-TIMER / REMOTE buttonSelf-timer/ remote mode settingRemote control rangeWhen you take a picture by using the remote control, referto the illust

37SELF-TIMER / REMOTE buttonMEMU button- When you press the MENU button, a menu related to each camera mode will be displayedon the LCD monitor. Press

38MF buttonIn dark conditions, the autofocus may not function. If this occurs, press the MF button andyou can select manual focus.Carefully set the fo

39MF buttonThe manual focus function is disabled in the AUTO, VOICE RECORDING, and SCENEmodes.The MF bar is divided into 3 parts according to the phot

4ContentsUsing the camera buttons to adjust thecamera 58Thumbnail/ Enlargement button 58Voice memo / Up button 59Play & Pause button 60DOWN/ LEFT

40MF button1. Press the MF button and wait for the shutter speedvalue in the LCD to go red.2. Use the Left/Right buttons to set the desired shutterspe

41MF buttonIf the aperture value or shutter speed is out of the limit ofapplication, the value that is displayed on the LCD monitorwill show as red. H

42+/- buttonSelecting an ISO Sensitivity1. Press the +/- button, and then use the UP and DOWNbuttons to select the ISO icon( ). The ISO menu

43+/- buttonUsing the Custom White BalanceWhite balance settings may vary slightly depending on the shooting environment. You can select the most appr

44+/- buttonLong Time shutter : This camera automatically adjusts the shutter speed and aperture valuesto the shooting environment. However, in NIGHT

45LCD button[ Image & full information ][ Image & basic information ][ LCD off ]You can check the recording status in the LCD monitor. Toggle

46Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settingsYou can use the menu on the LCD monitor to set up recording functions. In any mode with theexcept

47Using the LCD monitor to adjust the camera settingsEFFECTSHOOTINGSHARPNESSSCENEASMp.51p.52p.52p.53* Menus are subject to change without prior notice

48How to use the menu3. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select a sub menu.4. Select a sub menu, and then press the OK button. The value you set will be

49Quality You can select the compression ratio appropriate for your application of the captured images.The higher the compression ratio, the lower the

5Getting to know your cameraThank you for buying a Samsung Digital Camera.Prior to using this camera, please read the user manual thoroughly.When you

50MeteringIf you cannot obtain suitable exposure conditions, you can change the metering method to take brighterpictures.MULTI( ) : Exposure

51Continuous shotBy using the camera’s digital processor, it is possible to add special effects to your images.[ PROGRAM mode ][ MOVIE CLIP mode ]NORM

52SharpnessIn this mode you can select the shutter speed or aperture value to your preference.The menu is available in A, S, and M modes. Please see p

53SceneSub menu Icon DescriptionCHILDRENPORTRAITLANDSCAPECLOSE-UPSUNSETDAWNBACKLIGHTFIREWORKSBEACH &SNOWSelect the [SCENE] submenu to automaticall

54Starting play modeTurn the camera on and select Play mode by pressing the play mode button ( ). The camera can now play back the images stor

55Starting play modePlaying back a movie clipSteps from 1-2 are the same as those to play back a stillimage.3. Select the recorded movie clip that you

56Starting play modePlaying back a recorded voiceSteps from 1-2 are the same as those to play back a stillimage.3. Select the recorded voice that you

57LCD monitor indicatorThe LCD monitor displays information about the shooting conditions.No. Description Icon Page1 Battery p.162 Play mode3 File Typ

58Thumbnail ( ) / Enlargement ( ) button Using the camera buttons to adjust the cameraIn Play mode, you can use the buttons on the camera

59Thumbnail( ) / Enlargement( ) button The maximum enlargement rate in proportion to the image size.Trimming : You can extract part of the i

6DangerDo not attempt to modify this camera in any way. This may result in fire, injury, electric shockor severe damage to you or your camera. Intern

60Voice ( ) memo / Up button3. Press the shutter button to start recording and voice willbe recorded to the still image for 10 seconds. While thev

61DOWN/ LEFT/ RIGHT/ MENU/ OK buttonDOWN/ LEFT/ RIGHT/ MENU/ OK buttons activate the following.- DOWN button : While the menu is showing, press t

62Delete ( ) buttonThis deletes images stored on the memory card.Before deleting images from the camera, you should protect (p.67) or download ima

63Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitorPLAY mode functions can be changed by using the LCD monitor. In the PLAY mode,pressing the ME

64Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitorMenu tab Main menu Sub menu Secondary menu Page----AUTOPOSTCARD4X68X10A6A4B5AUTOFULL12468AUTO

65Setting up the play back function using the LCD monitorQUALITYMenu tab Main menu Sub menu Secondary menu PageAUTODRAFTNORMALFINEAUTOOFFONAUTOOFFONST

66Starting the slide showImages can be displayed continuously at pre-set intervals.You can view the slide show by connecting the camera to an external

67Starting the slide showProtecting imagesConfigure slide show effects: Unique screen effects can be used for the slide show.Steps 1 and 2 are the sam

68Protecting images- If you protect an image, the protect icon will be displayedon the LCD monitor. (An unprotected image has noindicator)- An image i

69ResizeChange the resolution (size) of pictures taken. Select [LOGO] to save an image to be thestart-up image. The resized image will have a new file

7CautionLeaking, overheating, or burst batteries could result in fire or injury.Use batteries with the correct specification for the camera.Do not sho

70Rotating an imageDPOF DPOF(Digital Print Order Format) allows you to embed printing information on your memorycard’s MISC folder. Select the picture

71DPOF : STANDARDImages (except for movie clips and voice file) are printed as index type.1. Press the play mode button and press the menu button.2. P

72DPOF : PRINT SIZEYou can specify the print size when printing images stored on the memory card.The [SIZE] menu is available only for DPOF 1.1 compat

73PictBridgeIf you selected [COMPUTER] in Step 5, when you connect the camera to your printer, theMode dial lamp(Green) will illuminate and the connec

74PictBridge: Picture SelectionSelect pictures to print1. Connect the camera to your printer. The USB menu mustbe set to [PRINTER] before you connect

75PictBridge: Print SettingMenuSIZE Setting the size of the printing paperAUTO, POSTCARD, 4x6, 8x10, A6, A4, B5LAYOUTSetting the number of pictures to

76PictBridge: PrintingPrinting Pictures1. Connect the camera to your printer. The USB menumust be set to [PRINTER] before you connect thecamera to the

77PictBridge : RESETInitializes user-changed configurations.1. Connect the camera to your printer. The [USB] menumust be set to [PRINTER] before you c

78Setup menuIn this mode, you can set up basic settings. You can use the setup menu in all cameramodes, except Voice Recording mode. The items

79Setup menuMenu tab Main menu Sub menu Secondary menu PageDARKNORMAL BRIGHTNTSCPALNOYESCOMPUTERPRINTERLCDVIDEOQ. VIEWUSBRESETThis function allows the

8This digital camera can be used forPrinting images using a dedicated printer,DPOF and PictBridge compatible printer or aDPOF-equipped photo lab. (ref

80File nameThe first stored folder name is 100SSCAM, and the first file name is SV600001.File names are assigned sequentially from SV600001 SV600002

81Language Setting Language1. In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode,press the MENU button.2. Press the LEFT/ RIGHT button and select

82Setting up the Date/ Time/ Date typeYou can change the date and time that will be displayed on the captured images and set upthe date type.Setting D

83Sound If you set the operation sound to ON, various sounds will be activated for camera startup,when button are pressed, and if there is a card erro

84Selecting Video out typeThe Movie output signal from the camera can be NTSC or PAL. Your choice of output will be governed by the type of device (mo

85Quick viewIf you enable Quick View before capturing an image, you can view the image you justcaptured on the LCD monitor for the duration set in the

86Connecting an External Device (USB)You can select an external device to which you want to connect the camera using the USB cable.Selecting an Extern

87Setting up the MYCAM menuYou can set up a start up image, start up sound and shutter sound. Every camera workingmode (with the exception of Voice re

88Start up soundYou can select the shutter sound.Selecting the Shutter Sound1. In any mode with the exception of Voice Recording mode,press the MENU b

89Important notesBe sure to observe the following precautions!This unit contains precision electronic components. Do not use or store this unit in the

9This digital camera can be used forInserting images directly into anyelectronic document.Taking a favourite image and creatingyour own personalized c

90Important notesIf the camera is exposed to an electronic interference, it will turn itself off to protect thememory card.Camera Maintenance- Use a s

91Warning indicatorWarning indicator Causes RemedyThere are several warnings that may appear on the LCD display- Turn off the camera power and turn it

92Before contacting a service centerPlease check the followingSymptom Causes Remedy- Insert fresh batteries- Connect an AC Power Adapter- Insert the b

93Before contacting a service centerSymptom Causes Remedy- A picture was taken within 0.8m from the subject withoutsetting an appropriate macromode- T

94Before contacting a service centerSymptom Causes Remedy- White balance setting isincorrect- Exposure is excessive- Cable connection is incorrect- Th

95SpecificationsType 1/1.8" CCDEffective Pixel Approx. 6.1 Mega-pixelTotal Pixel Approx. 6.4 Mega-pixelSchneider Lens f = 7.7 ~ 23.1mm (35mm film

96Specifications2816 : 2816x2112 2560 : 2560x19202272 : 2272x1704 2048 : 2048x15361600 : 1600x1200 1024 : 1024x768640 : 640x480 2816 : Super Fine 9, F

97Software NotesPlease ensure that you read the instruction manual carefully before use.The attached software is a camera driver and image editing sof

98About the softwareAfter inserting the CD-ROM provided with this camera into the CD-ROM drive, the followingwindow should automatically run.Before co

99Setting up the application softwareTo use this camera with a PC, install the application software first. After this has been done, thestored images