Vivitar Vivicam 3305 Users Manual

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System Requirements
Pentium 166 MHz processor or higher
Windows 98/2000/ME
Available USB port
At least 32 MB RAM
80 MB available hard disk space
CD-ROM drive
Color monitor(800x600 24-bit or higher recommended)
Preparing the Power Supply
Using Batteries
1. Slide the battery cover in the direction indicated by the arrow.
2. Insert 4 batteries with the correct polarity as shown on the
    inner side of the battery cover.
3. Close the battery cover.
On Battery Usage
Use 4 “AA” type batteries only.
Do not mix battery types or it may cause a fire or explosion. Use only one battery type at one time.  
						

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Batteries should be inserted in the battery compartment with the “+” and “-” sides facing correctly.
Batteries should be replaced when the battery indicator appears an empty icon.
To improve battery performance, replace all installed batteries at the same time and keep batter awa
from heat.
Do not drop, puncture or disassemble batteries.
Take off all the installed batteries if they won’t be used for a long period of time since the last time.
Using the Power Adapter
1. Open the connector cover and connect one end of the power
    adapter to the DC 6V IN port as illustrated.
2. Connect the other end of the power adapter to a power outlet.
Loading The Compact Flash  Card
To record images, please insert a Compact Flash  card if no
internal memory is built in your digital camera.
To load the CF card, perform the following:
1. Open the CF card slot cover and then insert a CF card as
    indicated by the arrow.
2. Close the CF card slot cover.
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Attaching the Strap
1. Insert the thin end of the strap into the strap holder.
2. Pass the other end of the strap through the loop of thin cord
    and pull the strap tight.
Setting the Date and Time
Switch to SETUP mode and then power on the camera, the Setup menu appears.
Press the OK button to select DATE/TIME.  The cursor skips to the data field as the OK button being
pressed.  Use the arrow buttons (           ) to make the change.  For more details, please refer to page
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Identifying the Parts
Top View
Front View
Status LCD
Power Button
 Shutter Button
Menu Button
Flash Mode ButtonResolution/Quality Button
Operating Mode Knob
Viewfinder Window
 Flash
Lens Focus Knob
 Jack Cover  
						

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Rear View
Bottom View
Viewfinder
LED 1
LED 2
LCD MonitorUp/Backward/Self-timer
Buttons
Down/Forward Buttons
OK Button
Display ButtonStrap Holder
Battery Cover
 Tripod SocketCF Cover  
						

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Operating Mode Knob
The camera provides 5 different operating modes for your selection:
1. Record Mode
2. Play Mode
3. Setup Mode
4. Erase Mode
5. PC Mode
Status LCD
The status LCD contains the following indicators:
1. Resolution Indicator
2. PC Mode Indicator
3. Image Quality Indicator
4. Battery Power Indicator
5. Flash Mode Indicator
6. Images Remaining/Image Number Indicator
7. Self-timer Indicator  
						

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LCD Monitor
The LCD Monitor shows the current image information:
1. Resolution
2. Quality
3. Time
4. Date
5. File Name
Connectors
USB Port
Video Port
DC IN Port
Basic Operations
How to record an image?
To record an image, perform the following:
1. Power on the camera.
2. Set the operating mode to RECORD     .
     LED1 will be on under Record mode
USB Port
DC IN Port Video Port
If there is no internal memory built in your camera, you have to insert a CF card first before
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3. Use the viewfinder window or LCD Monitor to frame the image.
     Press the Display button to turn on the LCD Monitor for usage.
4. Press the Shutter button.
     LED2 is blinking while capturing images.
Precaution
To perform a successful photo shooting, please follow the instructions below before starting your
camera tasks.
On Camera Holding
  Hold the camera firmly with both hand and brace your elbows
  lightly against your body.
  Take care to keep your fingers, hair and the camera strap away
  from the camera lens.
  Use the viewfinder or LCD display to frame your shot.
  Be sure to rest the camera against your forehead while using the
  viewfinder to focus your shot.
On Shutter Button Release
  Press the shutter button slowly and gently with your finger on it.
  Keep your camera still and do not shake while pressing the shutter button.
  Release your press when you hear a “Beep” sound.  
						

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How to playback images?
To playback the images recorded in the CF card, make sure to insert the card before the image
review.
To playback the images recorded in the camera (internal memory), do not insert any CF card or the
camera will not be able to read the internal data with an external memory card attached.
You can review the recorded images either on the LCD Monitor or on a TV.  To playback images,
perform the following:
On the LCD Monitor
1. Power on the camera.
2. Set the operating mode to PLAY.
3. The last image recorded appears.  Use the arrow buttons (            ) to forward/backward through the
    recorded images.
On a TV
1. Connect one end of the video cable to the VIDEO port of your camera.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the VIDEO port of your television.
3. Turn on the camera and the TV.
* Set the video output format before connecting to a TV.
4. Set the camera to PLAY mode       .
5. Use the arrow buttons (           ) to forward/backward through the recorded images.
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How to delete images?
To delete the images recorded in the CF card, make sure to insert the card before deletion.
To delete the images recorded in the camera (internal memory), do not insert any CF card or the
camera will not be able to read the internal data with an external memory card attached.
DELETE CURRENT
1. Power on the camera.
2. Set the operating mode to DELETE     . Delete menu appears
3. Press the OK button to select Delete current.The last captured image will then be shown up.
4. Use the arrow button(           ) to browse the captured images.
5. Click on the OK button to delete the image shown on the LCD. Repeat the step 2-5 to delete more
    images.
6. To exit, press the Menu button      .
You can browse the recorded images on the LCD Monitor or on a TV.
DELETE ALL
1. Power on the camera.
2. Set the operating mode to DELETE     . Delete menu appears
3. Use the arrow button(           ) to select DELETE ALL and then press the OK button.
4. A dialog box appears asking you if you want to delete all the recorded images. Select YES and press
   OK to proceed. Select NO to discard the message and return to Delete menu without any deletion.
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