Vivitar Vivicam I7 Users Manual

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PHOTO CAPTURE MODE 
The Photo Capture mode allows you to capture pictures with your digital camera. 
 
 
TAKING A PICTURE 
 
1) While in Photo Capture mode, use the LCD display on the back of the camera to 
direct the camera at the scene you would like to capture. 
2)   Press the T/Zoom In and W/Zoom Out buttons to zoom in/out if desired. 
NOTE: The actual shape of the zoom buttons may vary per camera model. 
 
You can magnify your subject up to 4 times using the digital zoom. 
The following Digital Zoom Indicator appears on the right side of the LCD screen: 
 
3) Press the Shutter button to take the picture.  
4) The picture will automatically be saved to the camera’s internal memory (limit 
one photo) or SD memory card.  
 
NOTE: After each photo is taken, the photo counter on the top right of the LCD 
screen shows how many photos can be captured. This depends on the selected 
image resolution setting and the size of the Micro SD Memory Card. Low 
resolution photos will allow you to capture more images than high resolution 
photos. 
 
 
   
						

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PHOTO CAPTURE MODE QUICK FUNCTION BUTTONS 
Your digital camera has a four-directional pad that functions as Quick Function 
buttons:  
 
Button Function 
  Left Scene Selection – Opens the Scene menu 
Up Flash Options – Toggles the Flash options appearing on the LCD 
 Right Delete – Opens the ‘Delete This Photo’ option and allows you to 
view and delete the last photo taken 
  Down  ViviLink – Opens the ViviLink for Photos menu 
 
 
Other 
 
 Shutter Captures the photo 
SET 
 Opens the menu options for Photo Capture Mode 
 Saves your selected menu option 
NOTE: To navigate through the Menus, use the 
UP/DOWN/LEFT/RIGHT direction control buttons. 
MODE 
 Toggles between the Photo Capture Mode, Video Capture Mode 
and Playback Mode 
 Exits the menu screen 
T Zooms In 
W Zooms Out 
   
						

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FLASH OPTIONS 
There are several Flash options available on your camera. The options appear on the 
Photo Capture Mode LCD screen in sequence.  
To change the Flash mode, press the UP Quick Function button until you arrive at 
your desired settings. 
Important: When using Flash, stand between 8 to 10 feet away from the scene you 
would like to capture. 
Flash Type Description 
  
Forced Off 
(Default) 
 No flash will appear. 
 Use this when you do not want to activate Flash. 
 NOTE: A ‘Turn On Flash’ message appears when the 
camera detects a need for flash. When this message 
appears, it is recommended to press the Flash/Up 
button and select one of the flash options: Auto Flash, 
Forced On or Red-Eye Reduction. 
A  
Auto Flash 
 
 When you want the camera to determine if Flash is 
needed, select Auto Flash.  
 The flash will automatically turn on according to the 
lighting conditions. 
 When the LED light stops blinking, the Flash is ready for 
use. 
 NOTE: In some cameras, an initial flash appears to test 
your lighting conditions. If flash is needed, a second flash 
will appear upon taking the photo. 
  
Forced On 
 The flash is enabled for each photo.  
 NOTE: If you use this option in a well lit environment, 
your photo may be appear too bright/light 
(overexposed). 
 
Red Eye Reduction 
 Eliminates the red-eye effect in a photo caused by flash.    
						

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MACRO SWITCH OPTIONS / 
 
MACRO ON:  
Your camera contains a Macro Switch that allows you to manually enable or disable 
the Macro mode on your camera. While using the Macro mode, you can capture 
images at close range (15 ~ 30 cm). To turn the Macro mode ON, slide the Macro 
Switch on the side of your camera UP to the flower icon.  
 When enabled, the Macro mode will allow your camera to focus on an object that 
is close to the camera.  
 The flower icon  will appear on the LCD and indicates that the Macro mode is 
ON.  
 
MACRO OFF: 
To turn the Macro mode OFF- 
 Slide the Macro Switch on the side of the camera DOWN to the mountain  icon.  
The mountain  icon will appear on the LCD display. 
 When Macro mode is off, images can be captured from 1.5m - ∞ (infinity). 
 
NOTE: 
 The Macro mode must be turned OFF when you want to use the following 
features of your camera:  Flash. 
 To Turn the Macro mode OFF: Slide the Macro Switch down to the mountain 
icon. 
 
HIDE/SHOW THE LCD ICONS 
The display of the icons on the LCD screen can be hidden or visible as desired. 
 Hold the MODE button for 2 seconds to hide the display of the icons on the screen. 
 Press the MODE button again to redisplay the icons on the screen.   
						

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PHOTO CAPTURE MODE MENUS 
The following are the menus that appear in your camera’s Photo Capture Mode: 
 
 
 
 
   
						

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Scene Menu 
The Scene Menu allows you to choose scene settings that let your camera to adapt 
properly to your current environment. 
NOTE:  When selecting the HIGH SENSITIVITY Option, by default the camera switches 
off the FLASH automatically (if it’s ON) to optimize the picture quality. If however, you 
would like to override it and manually turn ON the flash – you can do so. 
1) Press the SET button to open the menus for the current mode. 
2) Press the LEFT or RIGHT direction control button to scroll and select the Scene 
menu. 
3) Press the UP or DOWN direction control button to scroll through the menu 
options.  
4) Press the SET button to select and save the desired option. 
5) A  selected option icon will appear on the selected item.   
6) Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. 
7) Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 
8) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen.  
9) Remember that this setting will be saved by your camera until you manually 
change the setting or restore the camera’s default factory settings. 
 
 
Image Resolution Menu 
The Image Resolution menu allows you to choose the desired size of the images taken 
by your camera. Keep in mind that images with a higher resolution will also take up 
more of your camera’s memory.  
1) Press the SET button to open the menus for the current mode. 
2) Press the LEFT or RIGHT direction control button to scroll and select the Image 
Resolution menu. 
3) Press the UP or DOWN direction control button to scroll through the menu 
options.  
4) Press the SET button to select and save the desired option. 
5) A  selected option icon will appear on the selected item.   
6) Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. 
7) Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.   
						

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8) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen.  
9) Remember that this setting will be saved by your camera until you manually 
change the setting or restore the camera’s default factory settings. 
 
 
Image Quality Menu  
The Image Quality menu allows you to select the desired quality level of the images 
taken by your camera. Keep in mind that images with a higher image quality level will 
also take up more memory on your camera. 
1) Press the SET button to open the menus for the current mode. 
2) Press the LEFT or RIGHT direction control button to scroll and select the Image 
Quality menu. 
3) Press the UP or DOWN direction control button to scroll through the menu 
options.  
4) Press the SET button to select and save the desired option. 
5) A  selected option icon will appear on the selected item.   
6) Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. 
7) Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 
8) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen.  
9) Remember that this setting will be saved by your camera until you manually 
change the setting or restore the camera’s default factory settings. 
 
 
Self-T imer Menu 
The Self-Timer menu allows you to set a delay between the time that the camera’s 
Shutter button is pressed and the actual capture of the picture.  
This is an optimal feature if you don’t just want to take the picture but would also like 
to be in the picture yourself. Just set the desired Self-Timer delay, press the Shutter 
button on your camera and position yourself in front of the camera as desired. 
1) Press the SET button to open the menus for the current mode. 
2) Press the LEFT or RIGHT direction control button to scroll and select the Self-
Timer menu.   
						

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3) Press the UP or DOWN direction control button to scroll through the menu 
options.  
4) Press the SET button to select and save the desired option. 
5) A  selected option icon will appear on the selected item. 
6) Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. 
7) Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 
8) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen.  
9) Remember that this setting will be saved by your camera until you manually 
change the setting or restore the camera’s default factory settings. 
 
 
White Balance Menu 
The White Balance feature allows your camera to adjust the coloring of the captured 
images depending on the type of light source in the current environment.  
Properly adjusting the White Balance setting to match your current environment will 
allow the camera to properly balance the colors in the images that are taken with 
your camera. 
1) Press the SET button to open the menus for the current mode. 
2) Press the LEFT or RIGHT direction control button to scroll and select the White 
Balance menu. 
3) Press the UP or DOWN direction control button to scroll through the menu 
options.  
4) Press the SET button to select and save the desired option. 
5) A  selected option icon will appear on the selected item.   
6) Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. 
7) Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 
8) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen. 
9) Remember that this setting will be saved by your camera until you manually 
change the setting or restore the camera’s default factory settings. 
 
 
 
 
   
						

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Color Effect Menu 
You can choose to add a color effect to the images taken with your camera.  
1) Press the SET button to open the menus for the current mode. 
2) Press the LEFT or RIGHT direction control button to scroll and select the Color 
Effect menu. 
3) Press the UP or DOWN direction control button to scroll through the menu 
options.  
4) Press the SET button to select and save the desired option. 
5) A  selected option icon will appear on the selected item.   
6) Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. 
7) Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 
8) Remember that this setting will be saved by your camera until you manually 
change the setting or restore the camera’s default factory settings. 
 
 
Multi SnapShots Menu  
When enabled, the Multi SnapShots feature allows you to take six rapid snapshots in 
a row with a single click of the shutter button.  
This feature can be effective when trying to capture a particular moment in a sporting 
event or other scenes with quick movements. 
1) Press the SET button to open the menus for the current mode. 
2) Press the LEFT or RIGHT direction control button to scroll and select the Multi 
SnapShots menu. 
3) Press the UP or DOWN direction control button to scroll through the menu 
options.  
4) Press the SET button to select and save the desired option. 
5) A  selected option icon will appear on the selected item.   
6) Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. 
7) Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 
8) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen.  
9) Remember that this setting will be saved by your camera until you manually 
change the setting or restore the camera’s default factory settings. 
   
						

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Image Sharpness Menu  
You can set the level of sharpness in the images taken with your camera. The 
sharpness level dictates if the edges of objects in the image are more or less distinct. 
1) Press the SET button to open the menus for the current mode. 
2) Press the LEFT or RIGHT direction control button to scroll and select the Image 
Sharpness menu. 
3) Press the UP or DOWN direction control button to scroll through the menu 
options.  
4) Press the SET button to select and save the desired option. 
5) A  selected option icon will appear on the selected item.   
6) Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. 
7) Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 
8) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen. 
9) Remember that this setting will be saved by your camera until you manually 
change the setting or restore the camera’s default factory settings. 
 
 
Light Exposure Menu 
The Light Exposure setting helps you control the amount of light that enters your 
camera’s lens. This setting should be adjusted when the environment is lighter or 
darker than normal.  
When the environment has more light than is needed, reduce the exposure setting 
(by using the negative - count) to reduce the amount of light allowed into the lens by 
your camera. 
If the environment has less light (darker) than is needed, increase the exposure 
setting (by using the positive + count) to increase the amount of light allowed into the 
lens by your camera. 
1) Press the SET button to open the menus for the current mode. 
2) Press the LEFT or RIGHT direction control button to scroll and select the Light 
Exposure menu. 
3) Press the UP or DOWN direction control button to scroll through the menu 
options.  
4) Press the SET button to select and save the desired option.