Vivitar Vivicam 3301 User Manual

							  
 
 
ViviCam 3301 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
User Manual 
 
   
						

							  
ViviCam 3301 User Manual 
This manual is designed to assist you in using the ViviCam 3301.  Information in this document has been 
carefully checked for accuracy; however, no guarantee is given to the absolute correctness of the contents.  
The information in this document is subject to change without notice. © Copyright 2004 Vivitar Corporation.   
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance 
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of 
the FCC Rules.  These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential 
installation.  This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in 
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.  However, there is no 
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.  If this equipment does cause harmful interference to 
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try 
to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: 
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. 
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. 
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. 
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 
Note! 
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to 
operate the equipment. 
Use of shielded cable is required to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules.  Do not make 
any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual.  If such changes or 
modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment. 
Declaration of Conformity 
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: 
This device may not cause harmful interference. 
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 
Canadian Department of Communications 
This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-causing Equipment Regulations. 
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Réglement sur le matériel brouilieur du Canada. 
Trademark Recognition 
Windows (an abbreviated term referring to the Microsoft Windows Operation System), NetMeeting, and Media Player are 
registered trademarks and products of Microsoft Corporation registered in the USA and other countries.  Ulead  
PhotoExplorer 8.0 SE  and Ulead COOL 360 are products and trademarks of Ulead  Inc.  Other corporate, product 
names, or trade references are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. 
General Warnings 
When fitting batteries into the camera, check the polarity of the batteries (- and +) to ensure that you insert the battery 
correctly.  Incorrect polarity may result in the batteries splitting or leaking and causing a fire, injury, or soiling of the 
battery compartment. 
Remove the batteries if the camera will not be used for an extended period of time.  The batteries may leak and cause a 
fire, injury or soiling of the battery compartment.  If the batteries leak,  clean and wipe the battery compartment carefully 
and install new batteries.  Wash your hands carefully if you touch the battery fluid.  Please note that when you remove 
the batteries your images will be lost from the camera memory. 
WARNING:  Handling the USB cable on this product may expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of 
California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.  Wash your hands after handling. 
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Table of Contents 
GETTING STARTED 1 
About the ViviCam 3301 1 
Unpacking the ViviCam 3301 1 
Camera Features 2 
Front View 2 
Rear View 2 
Changing the Camera Face Panel 3 
Changing the Camera Face Panel 3 
Note:  Be sure to download your images before changing the faceplate to avoid               losing your images or 
video clips. 3
 
Inserting a Battery 3 
CAPTURING IMAGES 4 
Turning the Camera ON and OFF 4 
LCD Information/Status Display 4 
Camera Icons and Descriptions 5 
Capturing Digital Still Images 6 
Capturing Streaming Snapshots (Video clips) 6 
Deleting Images and Videos 7 
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION 8 
Software Overview & Features 8 
Picture Manager (TWAIN) 8 
CamWizard 8 
CamExplorer 8 
Ulead PhotoExplorer 8.0 SE 8 
Ulead COOL 360 8 
Adobe Acrobat Reader 8 
Installing the Software 9 
Installing the DIGITAL CAMERA TWAIN  9 
CONNECTING TO YOUR PC 12 
Connecting the ViviCam 3301 to Your PC 12 
DOWNLOADING IMAGES AND VIDEOS TO YOUR PC 13   
						

							   Transfer Images & Videos with the ViviCam 3301 CamWizard 13
 
CamWizard Menu Options 13 
Saving Images and Videos to Your Computer  14 
Viewing A Slideshow 14 
View Video(s) in Windows Media Player  14 
View Images & Videos in the Camera  14 
Transfer Images with Ulead PhotoExplorer  15 
Save Images using Ulead PhotoExplorer 15 
USING THE VIVICAM 3301 AS A PC/WEB CAMERA 16 
Using the ViviCam 3301 as a PC/Web Camera 16 
Connecting the ViviCam 3301 to a PC  16 
Viewing Video Clips with Windows Media Player 16 
VIDEO CONFERENCING WITH NETMEETING 17 
How to Use the ViviCam 3301 with Microsoft NetMeeting  17 
VIVICAM 3301 QUICK TIPS 18 
Capturing Images Indoors – General Tips  18 
Capturing Images Outdoors – General Tips  18 
VIVICAM 3301 SPECIFICATIONS 19 
TROUBLESHOOTING 20 
 
   
						

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GETTING STARTED 
About the ViviCam 3301 
Congratulations on your purchase of the ViviCam 3301.  Your ViviCam 3301 has been ergonomically 
designed to allow you to quickly and easily capture quality digital images and short video clips without the 
trouble and expense of buying and developing film.  
With a 1.3 Mega-Pixel image sensor you are assured of clear images that can be printed, displayed on a 
web site, or sent to friends and family through e-mail.  The 1.3 Mega-Pixel image sensor is capable of 
capturing digital still images and streaming snapshots. Using the Picture Manager interface software, the 
streaming Snapshots from your camera will automatically converted into digital video clips.  You can also 
use the ViviCam 3301 as a PC/web camera, taking real-time images when connected to your PC with the 
supplied USB cable. 
The included software enables you to easily download your images and video to your PC.  With Ulead 
PhotoExplorer and COOL 360 software you can edit your images and video with ease.  For more information 
on how to use Ulead PhotoExplorer and COOL 360, you may visit their website at www.ulead.com 
Unpacking the ViviCam 3301 
Open the ViviCam 3301 package and examine the contents.  Your package should contain the following 
items: 
• ViviCam 3301 
• Camera neck strap 
• Tilt base 
• USB cable 
• Color face plates (optional*) 
• 1 AAA alkaline battery 
• Quick Start Guide 
• Software CD containing: 
− Picture Manager (TWAIN driver) 
− CamWizard 
− CamExplorer 
− Ulead PhotoExplorer 8.0 SE 
− Ulead COOL 360 
− Owner’s Manual (PDF) 
− Adobe Acrobat Reader 
 
 
* Color faceplates may be included with your camera kit depending upon the options selected by your 
camera retailer.  Check with your retailer for details as options will vary by retailer. 
 
   
						

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Camera Features 
Please refer to the following diagram to identify the ViviCam 3301 features: 
Front View 
                 
Rear View 
         
                
						

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Changing the Camera Face Panel 
You can give the ViviCam 3301 a new appearance by changing the front panel.  The ViviCam 3301 comes 
with several cool-color faceplates that you can use interchangeably.  Follow these instructions to change the 
faceplate. 
1.  Turn the camera OFF.  
2.  Open the battery compartment cover located on the bottom of the camera by sliding the cover in 
the direction indicated by the arrow.  
3.  Remove the battery.  Notice the small hole underneath the battery.  Use a ballpoint pen to gently 
press through the hole. 
4.  The faceplate will detach from the camera.  Remove the faceplate from the front of the camera. 
5.  Select another colored plate and place it on the front of the camera, snapping it into place. 
   
   
   
   
      
   
   
   
   
      
   
   
   
    
Note:  Be sure to download your images before changing the faceplate to avoid               
losing your images or video clips.   
Inserting a Battery 
Follow these instructions to insert or replace the battery in your ViviCam 3301: 
1.  Turn the camera OFF.  
2.  Open the battery compartment cover located on the bottom of the camera by sliding the cover in the 
direction indicated by the arrow.  
3.  Note the battery polarity marks inside the battery well.  Insert (1) one fresh AAA alkaline battery, and 
replace the battery compartment door.  You will hear a click as the door snaps into place. 
 
IMPORTANT WARNINGS: 
• Do not open the battery compartment when the camera is ON. 
• Store your camera with the battery removed.  However, download your images prior to storing 
your camera.  A small amount of battery power is required to maintain images in memory and 
therefore the battery will drain completely over time, even when not used.  Loss of image data 
will occur should the battery lose power. 
• The ViviCam 3301 allows up to 30 seconds for changing the battery without losing images 
saved in the camera.  It is recommend that you always download your images within 24 hours to 
avoid losing your images. 
• Even without any images in the camera, the ViviCam 3301 will slowly draw battery power.  To 
conserve battery power, after downloading images, remove the battery from camera. 
Note: The camera will use some battery power whenever a battery is inserted.  Remove the 
battery from the camera after downloading images and the camera will not be used for 
more than a day.   
						

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Capturing Images 
Turning the Camera ON and OFF 
• To turn the camera ON, press and hold the Power/Mode button for about two seconds.  
• To turn the power to OFF, press and hold the Power/Mode button for three seconds. 
 
Note: The ViviCam 3301 will automatically power off after 60 seconds of inactivity.  
LCD Information/Status Display 
The following icons are used in the Information/Status LCD display to present mode and setting options.  
Streaming 
Snapshot mode 
Delete 
mode 
Indoor/outdoor 
mode 
Battery Resolution Number of 
pictures taken 
 
Note: When scrolling through the modes, an icon blinks when it is selected. 
     
						

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Camera Icons and Descriptions 
To select your desired setting, press the Power/Mode button to scroll through the different modes.  The 
icons will display in the status LCD.  Press the Shutter button to select a function while it is displayed.  The 
camera is now ready to capture a image or streaming snapshots according to your selected preferences. 
Note: If you do not press any button within five seconds, the LCD screen automatically 
returns to the operational mode screen – ready to capture an image. 
      Icon  Description 
 Number of images and videos captured 
    High Resolution mode (HI and two-stars) 
o 1280 x 1008 pixel resolution for still images 
 LOW Resolution mode (LO and one-star) 
o 640 x 480 pixel resolution for still images 
 Indoor mode to capture images indoors, or in darker environments 
 Outdoor mode to capture images outside 
 Streaming Snapshot
 mode for capturing Video Clips 
o The Movie Icon with one-star is 320 x 240 video resolution 
o The Movie Icon and no-star is 160 x 120 video resolution 
 ERASE ALL - to erase ALL images and videos saved in the camera 
 ERASE LST - to erase the LAST image saved in the camera 
 Battery level indicator 
 USB connection to computer 
 
 
 HI 
LO   
						

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Capturing Digital Still Images  
1 1
. .
   Press the Power/Mode button once to turn the camera on. (Press and hold for about two seconds.) 
Default 
Setting
     (No images, indoor light, full battery, highest resolution) 
2 2
. .
   Press the Power/Mode button again to scroll to the setting you want: 
HI and   Selects 1280 x 1008 pixel resolution (best image quality)  
LO and        Selects 640 x 480 pixel resolution (lesser image quality, but you may capture more 
images) 
Press the Shutter button to select the resolution and return to the main screen. 
3 3
. .
   Press the Power/Mode button to scroll to indoor/outdoor: 
 
 Indoor: Use when inside a building or when ambient light is low. 
 
 Outdoor: Use when capturing images outdoors. 
Press the Shutter button to select lighting condition and return to the main screen. 
4 4
. .
   Frame your subject through the viewfinder and press the Shutter button to capture an image.  After 
approximately one second you will hear a beep to confirm the image was captured.  The LCD 
display will increment by one as it shows the number of images that have been captured. 
Capturing Streaming Snapshots (Video clips) 
1 1
. .
   Press the Power/Mode button to turn the camera on. (Press and hold for about two seconds.) 
2 2
. .
   Press the Power/Mode button to scroll to the streaming snapshot mode setting . 
Press the Shutter Button to select this mode and return to the main screen. 
3 3
. .
   Press the Power/Mode button to scroll to the movie resolution setting.  Select the desired resolution:
 
 320 x 240 
 [No Icon]
 160 x 120   
Press the Shutter Button to save the video resolution preference and return to the main screen. 
4 4
. .
   Press the Power/Mode button to scroll to indoor/outdoor, and select the desired setting: 
   
 Indoor: Use when inside a building or when ambient light is low. 
 
 Outdoor: Use when outdoors. 
Press the Shutter button to make a selection and return to the main screen. 
5 5
. .
   Frame your subject in the viewfinder. Press and hold the Shutter Button to capture streaming 
snapshots.  You will hear continuous beeps as the image frames are recorded.  Release the shutter 
button to stop recording.  The LCD display will increment by one with each movie clip captured.