Vivitar Vivicam 3735 Users Manual

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Preparing the Camera
This section introduces you to the digital camera. Follow the instructions in this section to install
batteries, use the power adapter, and install a Compact Flash card.
Getting to Know the Camera
Front View
1.Lens
2.Flash
3.Viewfinder window
4.Microphone
Top View
1.Dial knob
2.Status LCD
3.Shutter button
4.Flash button
5.Macro button
6.Voice Memo button
7.Zoom lever
Back View
1.Optical viewfinder
2.LCD monitor
3.Menu controller
4.LCD button
5.Digital, Power and
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Bottom View
1.Battery door
2.Tripod socket
3.CF card slot door
Side View
1.AC adapter terminal
2.USB terminal
3.A/V out terminal
Dial Knob
The dial knob turns the camera on and off. It also allows you to choose from four camera modes:
Capture mode          - Take pictures and store pictures on the CF card.
Playback mode         - View pictures you have taken, select pictures for printing, and play a
slideshow.
Sports mode        - Take pictures of sports action.
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Voice Memo Button
Press to start 15 seconds clip, press again to terminate earlier.
View Angle Adjustment Knob
This adjustment can be made in a range +1 to -1 diopter. Before taking pictures, turn the view
angle adjustment to adjust the finder view to point where it is most clearly seen.
Turning the knob clockwise adjusts in the positive(+) direction; and turning the knob counter
clockwise adjusts in the negative(-) direction.
Status LCD
The status LCD displays icons that indicate the
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Attaching the Strap
To attach the strap to the camera:
1.Insert the small loop at the end of the strap
   into one side of the cameras strap holder.
2.Push inward until the loop comes out of the other
   side of the strap holder.
3.Insert the other end of the strap through the loop and
   pull it until the strap is securely attached to the camera.
Preparing power supply
Always turn the dial knob to the OFF position before changing power supply.
Loading Batteries
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Notes:
Always be sure to use the AC adapter which comes with the camera, or optional from the
manufacturer.
Any other adapter may cause damage to the camera, which is not covered under the warranty.
Grasp the adapter, not the cord, when unplugging the adapter from a wall socket.
If the power cord becomes damaged (exposed or severed wires, etc.), please purchase a new
AC adapter. Use of a damaged cord may cause fire or electrical shock.
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Removing a Compact Flash Card
To remove a CF card from the camera:
1.Open the card slot located on the button of the camera.
2.Press the Eject button. The card will unlock and eject.
3.Close the card slot cover.
Warning:
Improper use of the Compact Flash card may cause data loss or damage. It is recommended to
make a back up copy of any important data in another storage media, such as hard disk, CD-
ROM, etc.
Keep away foreign objects from the terminal section.
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Getting Started
Once you have installed batteries or connected a power adapter and inserted a CF card(optional)
into the camera, you are ready to use the camera.
Note:
If you camera does not have internal memory, you need to insert a CF card into the camera
before you start taking pictures.
Turning the Camera On and Off
Use the dial knob to turn your camera on and off. To switch on the camera, turn the dial knob to
any of the four camera modes (                                   )
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Adjusting the Menu Display Language and Time/Date
When using the camera for the first time, set the menu display language and time/date. The
setting range is between January 1, 2000 and December 31, 2099.
     The menu language, time and date are maintained by the backup condenser. The setting
     contents are therefore retained even when replacing the AA batteries.
     Back up time during replacement is about 15 minutes.
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Internal Memory/CF Card Full
If you have taken many pictures and your internal memory or CF card is full, the LCD display will
show a memory full indicator message on the LCD monitor. If this happens, you must erase
pictures from the internal memory or CF card, or replace it with a brand new CF card.
Before erasing pictures, make sure you transfer them first from the internal memory to CF card
or CF card to your computer.
Note:
If your camera is inserted with a CF card, CARD FULL message is displayed...

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File Menu     Play Menu      Setup Menu
Refer to How to Change Settings below on how to select options in a menu and adjust the
settings. The section Viewing, Copying and Printing discusses about the different menu options
of the above menus in detail.
How to Change Settings
To access a menu option and adjust settings:
1.Press Menu button to display the menu screen on LCD monitor.
2.Use     or     button to select one of the cameras menus.
3.Use     or     button to move...