Vivitar Vivicam 3712xi User Manual

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Installing Software 
 
 
Software Overview and Features 
The Digital Camera includes a mass storage driver that provides fast and easy video and image 
download. Also included are Ulead PhotoExpress software. These programs 
provide powerful and user-friendly tools to edit, enhance, and organize the digital pictures and videos.  
 
Digital Camera Driver
 
• Mass storage  function - provides easy and fast downloads  
 
Ulead Photo Express 4.0 SE
 
•   Provides easy-to-use and powerful tools for photo editing and image enhancing  
•   Includes templates to create calendars and greeting cards  
•  Features step-by-step instructions  to create exciting panoramas  
 
 
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• Open and review the m anual in PDF 
 
How to Install the Digital Camera  Driver and software
 
Camera Driver: 
Windows 2000/ME/XP operating systems  support mass storage; therefore, it is not required to install the 
driver to download images, videos, or audio files.  Windows 98SE users MUST install this driver to 
download the images, videos, and audio files. 
 
Insert the supplied CD software into  the CD-ROM drive. The CD should auto run. If the CD does not auto 
run, go to Start  → Run and type in “d:\setup.exe” (where D: is  the CD-ROM drive).  The Installer Menu 
will appear: 
 
  1.
 Press “ Digital Camera  Driver” 
2.  Insert the smaller USB connector in the USB port of your  CAMERA   
3.  Insert the larger USB connector in the USB port on your computer.  
4.  Now the  CAMERA  is BUS-powered. This means the USB port provides the  CAMERA 
with power as soon as it is connected to the computer and switches it on\
 automatically.   
5.  The computer/operating system recognizes the  CAMERA as a new unknown device. 
You are then requested to install the appropriate driver.  If your computer ask for driver 
location, you need to select the CD -ROM. 
6.  Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation of th\
e driver for still 
pictures.    
• Installs Owner’s Manual automatically on the computer  • Web-cam function  
						

							  
 
 
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  Software: 
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1. Press “Image Editing Software”.  
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to comp lete installing of the software. The software installation 
will be in the order of the menu above.   3. Select the language you to install from the table  
 
 
 
 
 
 
4. On the welcome screen, click “Next” to continue setup.   
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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ent screen, click “Yes” to accept license agreement to continue setup. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
6.  Enter your registration information  and serial number and then click  “Next” . The serial number will be 
labeled on the CD cover.  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
7.  Chose the destination location of whe re you’d like to install the software and click “Next”. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
8.  Click “Next” on the select program folder screen. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
9.  Confirm the setting before copfing files. C lick “Next” to transfer files if it is correct. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
10. The setup progress bar will appear, please wait until the bar disappears to proceed. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
11. Installation completed. Click “Finish” to quit. You can also choose 
registrate to Ulead though internet . 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   
						

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Making Connections 
 
 
How to Connect to the PC 
 
1.  Make sure the camera’s power is OFF. 
2.   Connect the small end of the USB cable to the USB port on the camera.   
3.  Connect the larger end of the USB cable to the USB port on the computer.    
4.  The camera’s red LED will light to indicate  PC-connection, the computer will detect a 
new hardware, and display the following message: “New Hardware Found, COACH 
DSC, Mass Storage Driver“.  
5.  For Windows 98SE users
 
If this is the first time connection, follow  the on-screen instructions to install the 
hardware drivers. Wait until the hardware driv er completely installs before downloading 
files.  
 
 
How to Connect to the TV 
  1.  Make sure the camera’s power is OFF. 
 
2.  Connect the single-ended AV cable (optional ) to the TV-out port on the camera, and 
connect the color-coded double-ended cable to the AV port on the TV (white to white, 
yellow to yellow).  
 
3.  Refer to “How to Playback Image/Video on a TV“ on page 15  to playback images/videos 
on the TV screen. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   
						

							 Downloading Files  
 
to the computer to transfer the files without using a third party application or installing a TWAIN driver. 
However, only the newer versions of Windows operating systems (2000/ME/XP) support mass storage 
feature. If using a Windows 98SE operating syst em, install the mass storage driver first.   
 
How to Download Files to a PC  
 
For Windows 98SE/2000/ME Users 
1. Connect the camera to the computer.  Refer to the “Making Connections“ section on page 25. 
 
2. The computer will detect a hardware device. 
 
3. Double-click to open “My Comp uter“ (located on the desktop) → “Removable Drive (E:\)“ (where E: is 
the removable drive of the computer) → “DCIM“ → “100ICAM “.  
 
4. Two methods to download the files: “Copy & Paste“ or “Drag & Drop“. 
  To Copy & Paste
  
•   Highlight the desired files  and right-click on the mouse.  
 
•   Select “Copy“ from short-cut menu.  
 
•   Go to the location to save the files and right-click on the mouse again. 
 
•   Select “Paste“ from the short-cut menu.  
 
 
  
•   Highlight the desired files, left-click and hold down the mouse button. 
 
•  Drag the files to the desired loca tion, and release the left button. 
 
 
1. Connect the camera to the computer.  Refer to the “Making Connections“ section on page 25. 
 
2. Upon connection, Windows Wizard will appear. Select  “Play“, “Find, Fix, and Share Photos“, “Transfer 
videos and create album“, “Open folder to view files“,  or “Take no action“. Make a selection and click OK. 
 For Windows XP users To Drag & Drop
The Digital Camera
 supports mass storage function, which means that the camera connects directly 
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How  to Dowload Pictures via Ulead Photo Express 4.0 
 
1. Power ON
  the camera by  sliding the lens cover to the left. 
 
2. Connect the camera to the computer.  Refer to the “Making connections” section on page 25 . 
 
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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.  Start the Ulead Photo Express 4.0 software as follows: Start à Programme à Ulead Photo 
 
 
 
   
 
 
 
 
  Express 4.0 SEà Ulead Photo Expr ess 4.0 SE 
 
   
 
 
 
 
 
5.  You will now see that a new drive Removable Disc has been created on the left and then select it.  
 
 
 
 
 
4.  Connect the CAMERA to your PC using the provided USB cable.
( [Removable Drive] :\ DCIM \100_icam) 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
6.  Double click on the folder and then all image files stored in the camera will appear on the screen. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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How to Download MP3 Music to the Camera 
1. Power ON the camera by sliding the lens cover to the left. 
2. Connect the camera to the PC with the supplied USB cable. Refer to ”Making 
Connections” on page 25. 
3. Double-click to open “My Computer” located on the desktop ˆ ”Removable Disc” ˆ “MP3” folder. 
4. Use Copy & Paste or Drag & Drop to download MP3 files.  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Note:  
(1) The internal memory has 16MB. Any image, video or audio file saved on the internal memory 
will consume space. 
(2) When the MP3 file is transferring to the camera, the Red LED will flash continuously. You will 
see the file is completely transferred to the camera in the screen but the Red LED is still 
flashing. Do not disconnect the USB cable until the Red LED stop flashing. Incorrect file 
transaction will cause the camera can not play MP3 file properly 
   
						

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Camera Maintenance 
 
Places to Avoid 
Do not store or use the camera in the following environments:  
-  Very humid, dirty or dusty places 
-   In direct sunlight or in places subject to extrem e temperature rises, such as in a closed car in  
     summer/winter 
-   Extremely cold places 
-   Places subject to strong vibrations 
-   Places affected by smoke or steam 
-   Places subject to strong magnetic fields (such  as places near motors, transformers or magnets) 
-   For long periods in contact with chemicals such as  pesticides or next to rubber or vinyl products 
-   Any wet areas such as bathroom, swimming pool, etc 
Do not expose the camera to sand : 
The camera is particularly and adversely affected by  sand.  In sandy locations such as beaches or 
deserts, or in locations where there is wind borne sand, make sure that the camera is well shielded 
from sand or dust.   
Avoid Condensation:  
If the camera is exposed to areas of sudden transition  from cold places to warm place, water droplets 
(condensation) may form on the inside of the camera or on the lens. 
When traveling overseas: 
Do not place your camera in the check-in baggage.  Baggage handling at airports may cause violent 
shocks to baggages, and the camera may be damaged internally even when no external damage is 
visible. 
 
How to Store the Camera  
If you do not intend to use the camera for a long period of time, please remove the batteries before 
storing the camera.  Refer to the “Product Specification“ section on page 30  for storage temperature 
and humidity tolerance. 
 
How to Clean the  Digital Camera  
When cleaning your digital camera, please use a soft brush to remove dust from the lens and LCD 
surface and then wipe lightly with a soft, dry cloth. If  any soiling remains, apply a small amount of lens 
cleaning liquid to a piece of lens cleaning paper and wipe gently. Do not scratch the camera lens, 
LCD screen or viewfinder with hard objects as these  surfaces are easily damaged. Do not use volatile 
substances such as thinners, benzine or insectic ide, as these may react with the camera body and 
cause deformation or corrosion to the camera body.  
 
   
						

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Safety Rules 
 
♦  Do not use the flash close to anyone’s eyes,  especially when taking pictures of a baby. 
♦   When a fault arises, power OFF the camera immediately and remove the batteries or disconnect the 
USB connection with a PC. 
♦   Power OFF the camera and remove the batteries or disconnect the USB connection with a PC when 
the camera becomes very warm, emit smoke, emit  unusual odor or in any other abnormal state. 
Continuing the use of the camera in these sit uations may cause fire or electric shock. 
♦   Do not cover or wrap the camera when it is warm . This may cause the heat to build up and distort the 
camera casing or cause a fire. 
♦   Do not allow water or foreign objects to enter the camera. 
♦   Do not attempt to modify or disassemble the camera.  
♦   Do not use the camera when it has been dropped or when the casing is damaged. This may cause a 
fire or an electric shock. 
♦   Do not use the camera in bathroom or shower 
♦   Do not touch any metal parts of the camera during  a thunderstorm. This can cause an electric shock 
due to induced current from the lighting discharge. 
♦   If the batteries leak and fluids come into contact  with your skin or clothing, immediately flush the 
affected area thoroughly with clean water and seek medical treatment.  
♦   When discarding or storing batteries, cover the battery terminals with an insulation tape. Contacts with 
other metallic objects or batteries could  cause the batteries to ignite or burst. 
♦   Do not heat, modify or attempt to disassemble the batteries. 
♦   Do not drop or subject the batteries to impacts. 
♦   Do not attempt to recharge lithium or alkaline batteries. Recharge rechargeable batteries only. 
♦   Do not store the batteries with metallic products.  
♦   When used under a strong electr o-static discharge environment such  as directly under lightening or 
transformer, the camera may go into an idle/fault  mode. Simply remove the batteries to reset the 
camera and then power on the camera again. 
♦   Make sure the camera is under your supervision  at all times when it is connected to a computer via 
the USB cable. The camera may become very warm when connecting to the computer for a long 
period of time. Please disconnect the camera from t he USB port and power off the camera to allow it 
to cool down.  
 
   
 
 
 
   
						

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Product Specifications 
 
Image sensor ½” CMOS sensor with 3.2 million pixels 
6M  High Normal    Low  Image resolution 
2848x2136* 2048x1536 2048x1536  2048x1536  
Image capacity ** 17 17 27 36  
Video resolution  320x240 @10 fps 
Video capacity  ** 120 seconds (60 sec/clip) 
Audio capacity **  17 minutes (60 sec/clip) 
File format  JPEG (still) , AVI (video), WAV (audio) 
MP3 player  Built-in 
Memory  Built-in 16MB flash  
Memory expansion  SD card slot supports up to 256MB 
Zoom  4X digital zoom 
Flash  Auto, on, off 
LCD  1.6” TFT LCD display 
Lens focal length  f=9.6mm 
Focus range  59” (1.5m) – infinity 
Macro range  5.9” – 7.9” (15-20cm) 
Lens aperture  F2.8 
Sensitivity ISO 100 
Shutter speed  ¼ - 1/1000 seconds (electronic) 
Exposure control  Auto, manual (+/-1.8 EV) 
White balance  Auto, manual (sunny, cl oudy, fluorescent, tungsten, night) 
Print format  DPOF 
Mass storage  Yes 
Self-timer 10 seconds 
Slideshow Yes 
TV-out NTSC/PAL 
Earphones Included 
Computer interface  USB v1.1 (mini-B type) 
Power source  2 AA alkaline or Ni-MH batteries 
USB BUS-powered 
Auto power off  After 30, 60, or 120 seconds of inactivity, user selectable 
Camera power up  < 2 seconds 
Shot-to-shot  < 5 seconds 
Strobe-to-strobe  < 12 seconds 
Camera weight  3.7 ounces (116 grams) with batteries 
Camera dimension  3.8“x2.1“x1.6“ (97x54x41mm) 
 
* Enhanced resolution through firmware interpolation 
** Based on built-in 16MB memory. Image, video, and audio capacity varies. 
 
Other Specifications 
Operating temperature  32°F – 104°F (0°C – 40°C) 
Operating humidity  0% - 80% FH 
Storage temperature  -4°F – 140°F (-20°C – 60°C) 
Storage humidity  0% - 80% RH 
 
 
   
						

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Troubleshooting 
 
Problem   Possible cause  Solution 
The batteries are discharged. Replace the batteries with freshly 
charged ones. 
 
The batteries are inserted 
incorrectly. 
 Check the battery orientation.  
The camera has no 
power. 
Is the camera connected to a 
computer?  The camera’s buttons are not 
functional when connected to a PC. 
Disconnect the camera to take more 
pictures. 
 
Is the camera’s power on?  The camera powers off automatically 
after 30, 60 or 120 seconds (user 
selectable). Make sure the camera’s 
power is ON before taking a picture. 
 The camera won’t 
take a picture. 
Is the camera connected to a 
computer?  The camera’s buttons are not 
functional when connected to a PC. 
Disconnect the camera to take more 
pictures. 
 
The pictures are 
blurry. The camera or subject was 
moving when the picture was 
taken.  Hold the camera steady to take 
pictures. Or use a tripod and set the 
tripod on a flat surface to ensure 
steadiness.  
 
The picture is too 
light. 
You are facing a bright light 
when taking the picture.  Change the angle of the picture so that 
bright lights do not shine directly 
towards the camera lens. 
 
My MP3 music 
cannot play on the 
camera The frequency of the MP3 
files may be incorrect. 
The Digital Camera
 supports 
44.1Hz freq uency only. Use a file 
converter to convert the frequency of 
your MP3 file to 44.1Hz.