Argus DC3550 User manual

Digital Camera
DC3550
User's Manual
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Table of Contents
Welcome
Contents of Package
System Requirements
Dc3550 Nomenclature
Accessory Set-up
Getting Started
QSG(Quick Start Guide)
Powering Up
Battery Installation
Using the AC adapter
Compact Flash Card Installation
Ejecting the Compact Flash Card
Formatting Compact Flash Card
Date and Time Adjustment
Recording Images
Using the Navigation Dial
Recording Mode Screen
LCD Panel Control Screen
Taking Pictures
Using Zoom
Macro Mode
Exposure Compensation
White Balance
Using the Flash
Self-Timer
LCD Brightness
Beep Sound
Taking a Movie
Playback Pictures
Display a Movie
Deleting Pictures
Managing Pictures
Viewing Pictures
Connecting External Equipmen
FAQ(Frequently Asked Questions)
Television Display Output
PC Display Output
Specifications
Installing Software
How to install driver for Windows98( other OS without)
How to install MGI PhotoSuite8.21SE software
How to install QuickTime5 software
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Accessories

Getting Started
Thank you for choosing Argus Camera to pursue your video adventures. Whether you are
creating memories of your friends and family or exploring the great outdoors, since 1936
Argus Camera has been there, sharpening your images with leading edge technology. To
get the utmost satisfaction from your DC3550 digital camera please take a moment to read
through this manual. Its contents will send you on an educational journey into your
camera's multiple capabilities.
Thank you again for choosing Argus!
This camera is not resistant to water and should not be used outdoors in snow or
rain. If accidentally dropped in water, please quickly pour out the water. Dry it with
sunlight or an air-blower.
Protect it from excessive humidity. It will wet the lens and the pictures taken will be
blurred.
Do not attempt to disassemble the camera yourself. Always take it to an authorized
service facility for repair.
To store the camera, wrap it in a piece of clean, soft cloth and place it in a cool, dry,
dust-free place.
Performance may be limited using 1.5V batteries in low temperatures. Do not use
Manganese batteries as they may overheat and destroy the camera.
Welcome to the Exciting World of Argus Camera
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Contents of Package
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DC 3550 camera
Wrist strap
Lens cover
Video cable
Installation CD-ROM
USB cable
User's Manual
Lens cap strap
4- AA 1.5V batteries

System Requirements
Intel 486 or higher CPU (intel pentium processor or higher recommended)
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Microsoft Windows98/Me /XP operation system/2000
At least 16MB RAM
80MB harddisk space
CD-ROM driver
Microsoft Mouse or compatible mouse device
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Flash
Lens
Flash sensor
Control panel Viewfinder
Self-timer lamp (red)
Viewfinder focus dial
Connector
cover
Macro / self-timer / flash
AC adapter
connector
Video output
connector
Computer
connector
USB
card compartment
cover
NTSC
DC3550 Nomenclature
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Viewfinder
Process lamp
shooting ready (green)
Online lamp
AF ready (orange)
LCD monitor
Display button
Menu button
Enter button
Shutter release
button
Mode dial
Zoom lever
Navigation Dial
Power button
Battery compartment open/close lever
Tripod mount
Viewfinder
Autofocus mark
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"ok" mark
(bottom view)

Accessory Set-up
CARD
CARD
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