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MagnaCam 1025X2 DIGITAL CAMERA/BINOCULAR 
 
2 Megapixel
INSTRUCTION MANUAL   
						

							 
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Contents 
 
1. Introduction 3
2. Specifications 5
3. Operation 9
4. Software Installation 16
5. Maintenance 18
 
 Note: 
In order to match the digital camera to the binocular optics the 
MagnaCam 1025x2 uses a lens with a focal length of 103 mm.  
This is equivalent to a 530 mm lens on a traditional 35mm camera. 
Any camera with such a long focal length is susceptible to image 
jitter which may cause images to appear blurred.  To capture a 
quality image, it is essential to keep the camera very stabile when 
capturing an image.
 
 
 
Rev – 9 Aug 2004    
						

							 
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1. Introduction 
MagnaCam is a unique combination of a binocular and 
digital camera.    It is designed for simple operational 
utility with these features: 
  
o Fully functional binocular 
o Integral Digital Camera offering: 

						

							 
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1.1 Package Contents 
MagnaCam Digital Binocular kit typically includes the 
following items: 
 
1. Digital camera/binocular 
2. Binocular carrying pouch   
3. Binocular neck strap 
4. Two AAA batteries 
5. Cleaning cloth 
6. CD ROM(s) with application software 
7. USB cable 
8. Instruction Manual 
9. Warranty card 
 
Please note that inclusions and accessories will vary depending upon 
your retailer. Updates to this User Manual may be found on the Vivitar 
website at 
www.vivitar.com . 
 
   
						

							 
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 2. Specifications   
Digital Camera 
Image Resolution (still images) High = 1600x1200 (Hr), Low = 1280×1024 (Lr)
Image Storage 25 images (High res.); 60 images (Low res.) 
Internal Memory 16MB (9MB for image storage, 7MB for buffer and AV)
Lens Aperture F7 
Focal Length 103 mm (35 mm equivalence of 531 mm) 
Angle of View (degrees) Horiz: +/- 3.7, Vert: +/-3.0, (Diag +/- 4.7) 
Range of Focus 24 feet (8 M) to infinity 
Exposure & White Balance Automatic 
Removable Memory Secure Digital (SD) cards up 128 MB 
Power 2 x AAA batteries 
Binoculars 
Magnification 10X 
Angle of View (degrees) ±3.15 
Objective Lens Diameter 25 mm 
Nearest Observing Distance 6 meters (20 feet) 
Exit Pupil Distance & Diameter 10 mm, 2.5 mm 
Product Dimension Size 135 x 130 x 50 mm (5.3 x 5 x 2 inches) 
Weight (without batteries) 340 grams (12 ounces)   
						

							 
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2.1 Product Features: 
   
						

							 
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2.1.1 Battery Orientation 
The MagnaCam 1025x2 uses two 
AAA batteries.  To insert the 
batteries open the battery cover. 
Place the batteries with the polarity 
(orientation), as shown.  Note the 
small “+” and “-“ markings on the 
battery compartment and orientation 
decal inside the battery cavity. 
Close the battery door. 
Important note about batteries. 
The internal memory of the camera 
requires batteries to be present at 
all times in order to retain images in 
internal memory.  This will cause a slight drain on the batteries. If the 
camera will not be used for a period of several days, or more, download \
your 
images and remove the batteries during storage periods to maximize battery 
life.  You may use alkaline or rechargeable NiMH batteries (highly 
recommended.)  Images stored on a memory card are not affected by 
battery status, however.  
						

							 
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2.2 LCD Display 
Digital camera modes and functions are presented on the information LCD 
display on the back of the camera frame.  Press and hold the Menu button 
for three to four seconds to power-on the camera.  The camera will beep 
as it powers-up. The camera will display the current resolution setting 
(example: Hi), and the current number of images that you had taken. Press 
the Menu button (repeatedly) to scroll through the digital camera options. 
The meaning of each symbol is as follows: 
 
Display Meaning Operation 
 
Number of images 
taken 
Press Shutter to capture an image, the counter will 
increase by one 
 
Self-timer Press Shutter to invoke 10-second self-timer. The 
camera beeps and LED blinks. 
 Movie Capture Press Shutter to begin Movie capture， LED 
flashes. Press Shutter again to stop Movie capture
 Clear All Images 
To delete all images in memory, Press Shutter once 
to start deletion, the LCD will blink. Press Shutter 
again to confirm your decision – LED blinks once 
and the camera beeps once to confirm.   
						

							 
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Clear (delete) Last 
image 
Press Shutter to delete the last image. The counter 
will decrease by one. 
 Resolution settingPress Shutter to toggle between High Res (1600 x 
1200) and Low Res (1280 x 1024) 
PCC PC Camera modePress Shutter to toggle between PC camera (PCC) 
and mass storage mode (USB) 
  SD card Indicates that an SD card is present 
 
Note:  The sequence of the digital camera menu presentation is the same as 
this table. When the batteries are low, the LCD display will blink and 
the camera will automatically turn off.  
 
The MagnaCam 1025x2 digital camera 
captures a rectangular image within the 
circular field-of-view of the binocular 
approximately as shown: 
 
   
						

							 
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3. Binocular Operation   
Adjusting the Pupil Distance   
Hold the two barrels of the binocular in each hand.    Pull the barrels 
together or apart until you see a single circular field with both eyes. This is 
the best inter-pupillary distance for observation.
  
Focusing the Binocular 
1. Close your right eye and look through the binocular at an object. 
Rotate the Center Focus Knob until the object is sharp and clear to 
your left eye. At this point the object is in focus for your left eye .  
2. Close your left eye and look through the binocular at the same object 
with your right eye. Rotate the  Diopter ring until the object is sharp 
and clear. At this point the object is  in focus for both eyes. 
After the diopter setting is made, you may focus upon any object using 
the Center Focus Knob.
 
Rubber Eyecups 
Without eyeglasses, place your ey es against the rubber eyecups while 
observing through the binocular. For best results with eyeglasses, fold 
down the rubber eyecups and place y our glasses directly against the 
rubber eyepieces while observing through the binocular.
 
Caution: Never observe or shoot into the Sun.