Vivitar vivcam T5050 User manual

ViviCam T5050
Digital Camera
User Manual
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Table of Contents
Introduction ................................................................................................................................ 3
What’s Included.......................................................................................................................... 3
Parts of the Camera ................................................................................................................... 4
PARTS OF THE CAMERA -LIST .......................................................................................................................................................4
MULTI-FUNCTIONAL BUTTONS .....................................................................................................................................................5
Initial Camera Setup................................................................................................................... 6
INSTALLING THE BATTERIES...........................................................................................................................................................7
INSTALLING THE SD MEMORY CARD...............................................................................................................................................8
POWER ON..............................................................................................................................................................................9
ATTACHING THE STRAP ................................................................................................................................................................9
Main Camera Modes................................................................................................................. 10
Camera Technical Specifications.............................................................................................11
Computer System Requirements............................................................................................ 12
WINDOWS OS..................................................................................................................................................................... 12
MACINTOSH OS .................................................................................................................................................................. 12
Powering the Camera On/Off .................................................................................................. 13
POWERING THE CAMERA ON ..................................................................................................................................................... 13
POWERING THE CAMERA OFF .................................................................................................................................................... 13
AUTO POWER OFF –POWER SAVING ........................................................................................................................................... 13
Changing Camera Mode .......................................................................................................... 14
PHOTO CAPTURE MODE ........................................................................................................................................................... 14
VIDEO CAPTURE MODE ............................................................................................................................................................ 15
PLAYBACK MODE .................................................................................................................................................................... 15
Navigating the Menus .............................................................................................................. 16
Selecting the Shooting Mode.................................................................................................. 17
APERTURE PRIORITY MODE ....................................................................................................................................................... 18
SHUTTER PRIORITY MODE ......................................................................................................................................................... 18
MANUAL MODE .....................................................................................................................................................................18
CONTINUOUS SHOOTING MODE.................................................................................................................................................. 19
SETTING THE SCENE MODE ........................................................................................................................................................ 19
Camera Feature: ViviLink ........................................................................................................ 21
VIVILINK:PHOTO OR VIDEO CAPTURE MODE ................................................................................................................................. 21
VIVILINK:PLAYBACK MODE ....................................................................................................................................................... 21
Photo Capture Mode................................................................................................................ 22
CAPTURING YOUR PHOTO.......................................................................................................................................................... 22
LCD ICONS AND DESCRIPTION .................................................................................................................................................... 23

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LCD DISPLAY ......................................................................................................................................................................... 24
PHOTO CAPTURE MODE QUICK FUNCTION BUTTONS ....................................................................................................................... 24
FLASH MODE ......................................................................................................................................................................... 28
FOCUS MODE......................................................................................................................................................................... 30
PHOTO CAPTURE MODE MENUS................................................................................................................................................. 30
Video Capture Mode................................................................................................................. 38
CAPTURING YOUR VIDEO .......................................................................................................................................................... 38
LCD ICONS AND DESCRIPTION .................................................................................................................................................... 39
VIDEO CAPTURE MODE QUICK FUNCTION BUTTONS ........................................................................................................................ 40
VIDEO CAPTURE MODE MENUS.................................................................................................................................................. 41
Playback Mode ......................................................................................................................... 43
LCD ICONS AND DESCRIPTION .................................................................................................................................................... 43
SELECTING AND VIEWING PHOTOS AND VIDEOS .............................................................................................................................. 44
PLAYBACK MODE MENU OPTIONS............................................................................................................................................... 46
Camera Settings....................................................................................................................... 54
Installing the Software............................................................................................................. 56
INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE –USING THE CD ROM ......................................................................................................................... 56
INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE –USING THE ONLINE LINK ..................................................................................................................... 57
Connecting the Camera to the Computer .............................................................................. 58
Getting Photos and Videos from the Camera to the Computer............................................ 59
Get Started!............................................................................................................................... 60
Transferring Images from the Camera to the Computer Manually....................................... 60
TRANSFERRING PHOTOS AND VIDEOS:WINDOWS OS .................................................................................................................... 60
TRANSFERRING PHOTOS AND VIDEOS:MACINTOSH OS.................................................................................................................. 61
TRANSFERRING PHOTOS AND VIDEOS:APPLE IPAD ........................................................................................................................... 61
Connecting the Camera to an HDTV....................................................................................... 62
Camera Maintenance ............................................................................................................... 62
Warranty Card........................................................................................................................... 63
WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY ........................................................................................................................................ 63
WHAT TO DO WHEN SERVICE IS REQUIRED.................................................................................................................................... 63
Technical Support.................................................................................................................... 64
Troubleshooting....................................................................................................................... 64

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this digital camera. Everything you need to take quality digital photos
and videos is included with your digital camera.
Vivitar makes capturing those special moments as easy as possible.
Please read this manual carefully first in order to get the most out of your digital camera.
Note:
Your camera needs an SD Memory card (up to 32GB) for normal use.
You must use only a Class 4 SDHC Memory card or higher.
SD Memory cards are not included and need to be purchased separately.
This camera is a Plug and Play device. You can download the pictures and videos captured
by your camera without the software by directly accessing the camera’s memory card from
your computer. It is recommended however that you install the Vivitar Experience Image
Manager Software to enjoy the full Vivitar experience.
What’s Included
1) Digital Camera
2) USB Cable
3) Vivitar Experience Image Manager
Software Installation CD
4) Shoulder Camera Strap
Note: SD Memory Card and batteries not included.

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Parts of the Camera
PARTS OF THE CAMERA - LIST
1. Power ON/OFF Button
11. Self Timer/Left Button
20. Shutter Button
2. ViviLink Button
12. LCD Screen
21. Flash Light
3. Playback Button
13. USB / HDMI Port
22. Manual Flash Open Button
4. Flash/Up Button
14. Tripod Socket
23. Special Color Effects Button
5. Exposure/Right Button
15. Optical Zoom Lens
24. ISO Button
6. Delete Button
16. Battery Compartment
25. Video Record Button
7. Menu Button
17. Lens Cover
26. Mode Dial
8. OK Button
18. SD Memory Card Slot
27. Face Detect Button
9. Macro/Down Button
19. Zoom In (T)/Zoom Out (W)
28. Anti-Shake Button
10. Display Button

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MULTI-FUNCTIONAL BUTTONS
You can choose camera settings by pressing the 4-way control or OK.
1) Left/Self –Timer Button:
Scrolls left in menus.
Toggles through the 4 self-timer options.
2) Up/Flash Button:
Scrolls up in menus.
Toggle through the flash options.
3) Right/Exposure Button:
Scrolls right in menus.
Selects an EV value.
4) Down/Focus Button:
Scrolls down in menus.
Toggles between different focus modes.
5) OK Button:
Confirms a chosen setting.

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Initial Camera Setup
Installing the Batteries
Installing Memory Card
Open the battery compartment:
Insert 4XAA (1.5V) batteries:
SD Memory card (up to 32GB)
needed for normal use.
IMPORTANT: You must use only a
Class 4 SD card or higher.
Turning On the Camera
Using the Camera
Hold the camera
securely.
Press the Zoom wheel
on either the Tele or
Wide position of the
camera to zoom in or
out of your subject
while taking pictures.
Lightly press the shutter
button halfway to focus
on the subject then
press the button fully to
take the picture.

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INSTALLING THE BATTERIES
1) Use only the specified batteries for the camera.
Use 4 xAA (1.5V) batteries. Alkaline batteries are recommended. Batteries not included.
Note: When replacing batteries, always power off the camera before removing the batteries.
2) Push the clip in the direction of the arrow shown on the clip and then slide the battery cover
to the right to release and open it.
3) Make sure the batteries have been inserted properly into your digital camera, according to
the polarity shown inside the battery compartment.
4) Close the battery compartment cover and then slide the clip to securely lock the cover in
place.
Note:
Remove the batteries from the camera when not in use for an extended period.
Do not mix alkaline and non-alkaline batteries.
Rechargeable batteries not recommended.
Some features, such as Flash, will not work if the battery power level is low.
When the battery power is low the battery icon turns red and the camera will
automatically turn off a few seconds later.
Battery Status:
Icon
Description
Battery power is full.
Battery power remains adequate.
Battery power is low.
Battery power is very low. You should replace the batteriesASAP.

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INSTALLING THE SD MEMORY CARD
Make sure an SD Memory Card has been properly inserted into your camera.
IMPORTANT: You must use only a Class 4 SD card or higher. SD Memory card not included.
To properly install the SD Memory Card:
1) Open the SD Memory Card cover on the side of the camera to reveal the SD Memory Card
slot.
2) Insert the SD card into the SD Card slot. The proper direction to install the SD Card is
shown on the SD icon by the SD card slot. See images 1 and 2 below for reference.
3) Push the SD card until you hear a ‘click’ sound. This indicates the SD card has been
inserted correctly. See images 3 and 4 below for reference.
4) Close the SD Memory Card cover.
To remove the SD Memory Card:
1) Make sure the camera is powered off.
2) Open the SD Memory Card cover on the side of the camera to reveal the SD Memory Card
slot.
3) Lightly press the edge of the SD Memory Card to eject (a ‘click’ sound will be heard) and
then remove the card.
4) Close the SD Memory Card cover.

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Note:
After the SD Memory card is installed and the camera is powered on, an SD icon will
appear on the LCD display. If you do not see the SD icon on the display, please check if
the card was inserted properly.
Make sure the SD card is not locked (check the lock switch on the side of the SD card).
If the SD card is locked this will prevent the camera from saving captured photos to the
SD card.
POWER ON
Press the Power or Playback button to turn on the camera.
ATTACHING THE STRAP
To the neck straps to your camera, please follow the instructions below:
1) Insert one end of the neck strap through the strap eyelet.
2) Route it through the buckle as the inner loop.
3) Route the other end of the neck strap to the other strap buckle to secure it.
Follow the above steps to attach the other side of the neck strap.
4) Insert one end of the lens strap through the strap eyelet.
5) Make a loop to secure it.
6) Attach the other end of the lens strap on the lens cover.
7) Once complete, make sure the straps are tight.
Congratulations! Your camera is now ready to use.

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Main Camera Modes
Your digital camera has different modes for the various camera functions.
Photo Capture Mode
Use this mode to capture pictures with your digital camera. To take a picture, aim your
camera as desired and press the Shutter button halfway to focus, then press the Shutter
button fully to capture the image.
The picture is automatically saved to your camera’s memory card.
To access the various menus for the Photo Capture Mode, press the Menu button while in
the Photo Capture Mode.
Video Capture Mode
Use this mode to capture videos with your digital camera.
Press the HD button or turn the Mode Dial to Video. To take a video, aim your
camera as desired and press the Shutter button to start recording. A blinking, red record
indicator appears on the LCD screen while record is in progress. To stop recording, press
the Shutter button again. The video is automatically saved to your camera’s memory card.
To access the various menus for the Video Capture Mode, press the Menu button while in
the Video Capture Mode.
Playback Mode (Photos & Videos)
Use this mode to view and manage the photos and videos on your digital camera.
After turning on your camera, press the Playback button to open the Playback Mode
for photos and videos. You can scroll through the photos and videos that you’ve previously
taken to view, edit or delete them as desired.
To access the various menus for the Playback Mode for photos and videos, press the
Menu button while in the Playback Mode.

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Camera Technical Specifications
Image Sensor
CMOS Sensor
Image Resolution
5152x3864 (20 MP), 4896x3672 (18MP), 4608x3456 (16MP),
4288x3216 (14MP), 4000x3000 (12MP), 3648x2736 (10MP),
3264x2448 (8MP), 3648x2056 (7M HD), 2592x1944 (5M),
2048x1536 (3M), 1920x1080 (2M HD), 640x480(VGA)
Video Resolution
1280x720 (HD), 640x480 (VGA), 320x240 (QVGA)
File Format
Still Image: JPEG ; Video: AVI
Internal Memory
128MB DDR2 (Buffer) –enough for Test Photos. Number of
photos vary according to selected Image Size setting:
VGA-111 photos, 2MP-28 photos, 3MP-19 photos,
5MP –12 photos
External Memory
Up to 32GB, Class 4 SD card or higher is required
LCD Display
3.0 Inch TFT
Lens
f=28mm-1400mm
Zoom
Optical 50x Zoom
Light Exposure
-2.0 ~ +2.0 EV
White Balance
Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent H,
Fluorescent L, Custom
ISO
Auto, 50,100, 200, 400,800,1600
Scene
Scenery, Backlight, Night Scenery, Building, Kids, Night
Portrait, Food, Text, Snow, Fireworks, Sunset
Flash
No Flash, Forced On, Auto Flash, Red Eye Reduction
Self-Timer
2, 5 or 10 second delay
Multi Snapshot (Burst)
Yes
Face Detect
Yes
Blink Detect
Yes
Print Photos
Yes
Microphone
Yes
Speaker
Yes
Macro
Yes
Language
English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, German, Russian,
Italian, Polish, Greek
Interface
USB 2.0
System Requirements
MICROSOFT® Windows XP (SP 3), Vista (SP1) and 7 or
above ; MAC OSX v10.5.x and above
Power Source: Batteries
4xAA(1.5V)
Working Temperature
0~40C

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Computer System Requirements
To be able to download photos and videos to your computer using the Vivitar Experience Image
Manager Software, you will need the following minimum configuration:
WINDOWS OS
MICROSOFT®Windows XPwith Service Pack3,Windows Vista with Service Pack 1 or
MICROSOFT® Windows 7 or above
Pentium® 4 processor (or above)
1 GB RAM, 250 MB available hard disk space
16-bit Color monitor, 1024 X 768 recommended screen resolution
CD-ROM Drive
QuickTime® 6 or higher
MICROSOFT ® Internet Explorer 7 or higher
Windows Media Player 10 or higher
DirectX 9 or higher
Internet connection required
MACINTOSH OS
Intel Processor running MACINTOSH OS X v10.5.x or later
1 GB RAM, 250 MB available hard disk space
Display: 1024 x 768 or higher-resolution monitor
QuickTime® 6 or higher
CD-ROM Drive
Internet connection required
Note: Make sure the latest compatible Adobe® Flash® Player is installed on your computer.

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Powering the Camera On/Off
Make sure the batteries have been inserted properly into your digital camera.
Make sure an SD card has been inserted into your camera.
SD card up to 32GB - SD Card not included. Class 4 or higher is required.
Please see Initial Camera Setup for more information.
POWERING THE CAMERA ON
There are two ways to turn on the camera:
1) Press the Power button.
2) Press the Playback button.
Be sure that you have removed the lens cover before using the camera.
After powering on, the camera emits a sound and the LED light turns on briefly.
The LCD screen turns on with your camera in the selected Mode to start.
The icons that appear on the LCD screen are the best default settings so that you can begin to
capture and enjoy clear quality photos and videos.
POWERING THE CAMERA OFF
While the camera is on, you can press the Power button again at any point to turn your
camera OFF.
AUTO POWER OFF –POWER SAVING
Your digital camera also has an Auto Power Off feature that automatically turns off your camera
after a specific period of time that your camera is left idle. The Auto Power Off settings can be set
from the ‘Auto Power Off’ Camera Settings menu option.
Note: Thirty seconds prior to the camera powering off automatically, the camera emits continuous
warning beeps and a message appears on the LCD screen notifying you that the camera is in the
process of turning off. If you would like to stop the automatic powering off and continue using the
camera, press the Shutter button.

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Changing Camera Mode
The procedure below is a general guideline for basic operation. It is particularly useful if you are
new to the camera.
Your camera has three main modes:
1) Photo Capture Mode - Use this mode to capture photos with your camera.
2) Video Capture Mode - Use this mode to capture videos with your camera.
3) Playback Mode (for photos and videos) - Use this mode to view the photos and videos
you have already taken with your camera.
PHOTO CAPTURE MODE
When in Photo Capture Mode, the camera icon or selected scene mode icon displays on the
top-left corner of the LCD display.
1) Set the Mode Dial to the desired photo shooting mode.
2) If you need to use the flash for shooting, press the Flash button to open the Flash.
3) Use the Zoom lever to zoom-in/zoom-out on the subject.
4) Press the Shutter button halfway to set the automatic focus.
5) Once the focus is set, the focus frame color will turn from red (unfocused) to green
(focused). Note: If the focus frame color is red and you press the Shutter button down, it
might result in a blurred photo.
6) Press the Shutter button down fully to capture the image.

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VIDEO CAPTURE MODE
When in Video Capture Mode, the video icon displays on the top-left corner of the LCD
display.
1) To switch to Video Capture Mode, press the HD button or turn the Mode Dial to
Video.
2) Press the Shutter or Video Record button to start capturing your video.
3) While recording, turn the Zoom to zoom-in/zoom-out on the subject.
4) Press the Right/Exposure button to pause/resume the video recording. Press the Shutter
or Video Record button again to stop the video recording.
PLAYBACK MODE
When in Playback Mode, this icon displays on the top-left corner of the LCD display.
1) To switch to Playback mode, press the Playback button.
To exit Playback mode and return to the previous mode, press the Playback button
again.
2) In Playback Mode, you can view captured photos or play recorded videos.
3) You can press the Left or Right button to scroll through the captured photos/videos.

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Navigating the Menus
The Photo Capture Mode, Video Capture Mode and Playback Mode each have a set of menus
specific to that mode. The general Camera Setting also has its own set of menus.
To access the menus:
1) Press the Menu button to open the Main Menu screen.
2) Two Main Menu options appear on the top of the menu display:
Capture Mode Main Menu Options (left icon)
Camera Settings Main Menu Options (right icon)
The Main Menus include:
Icon
Mode
Description
Photo Capture Mode
Video Capture Mode
Playback Mode
Displays the Photo Capture Mode Menu options as
per the selected Shooting Mode.
Displays the Video Capture Mode Menu options.
Displays the Playback Mode Menu options.
Camera Settings
Displays the general Camera Setting Menu
options.
3) Select the Main Menu by pressing the Right/Left button.
The list of menu options available for the selected Main Menu appears below.
4) Press the Up/Down button to select a menu option from the list displayed.
5) Press the OK/Right button to enter the submenu.
6) Press the Up/Down button to select an option from the submenu list.
7) Press the OK button to confirm the setting.
Note: Press the Menu button at any time to exit the current menu screen.

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Selecting the Shooting Mode
Rotate the Mode Dial to select one of the eight shooting modes:
No.
Icon
Mode
Description
1
Auto
Take still pictures automatic mode.
The camera detects the shooting condition and automatically
switches to the appropriate scene mode.
2
Program
The camera automatically configures the appropriate settings,
so you can capture images with ease.
3
Shutter
Priority
You can choose a shutter speed, while the aperture value is
automatically determined by the lighting condition of the
subject.
details.
4
Aperture
Priority
You can choose an aperture value, while the shutter speed is
automatically determined by the lighting condition of the
subject.
5
Manual
Lets you set both aperture and shutter speed manually.
6
Continuous
Shooting
Lets you capturea series of shots with a single press of the
Shutter button.
7
Video
Use this mode to record videos with your camera.
8
Scene
Mode
Lets you select the desired scene mode that suits your
shooting environment.
MODE DIAL

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APERTURE PRIORITY MODE
Aperture Priority is often used when shooting static subjects or emphasizing the depth of field.
In general, use a smaller aperture if a greater depth of field is needed.
To adjust the Aperture Priority Mode value:
1) Set the Mode Dial to .
2) Press the OK button.
3) Press Up/Down button to adjust the aperture value.
4) Press the OK button to confirm the setting.
SHUTTER PRIORITY MODE
Shutter priority is often used when shooting moving subjects. In general, use a shorter shutter
speed to catch a fast-moving object.
To adjust the shutter speed in Shutter Priority Mode:
1) Set the Mode Dial to .
2) Press the OK button.
3) Press Left/Right button to adjust the shutter speed.
4) Press the OK button to confirm the setting.
MANUAL MODE
You can choose the aperture value and shutter speed in Manual Mode.
To adjust values in Manual Mode:
1) Set the Mode Dial to .
2) Press the OK button.
3) Adjust the settings.
Press the Up/Down button to adjust the aperture value.
Press Left/Right button to adjust the shutter speed.
4) Press the OK button to confirm the setting.

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CONTINUOUS SHOOTING MODE
In this mode, you can take consecutive shots.
Icon
Mode
Description
Burst
Takes three continuous pictures with a single press of
the Shutter button. The Flash must always be off in this
mode.
AEB (Auto
Exposure
Bracketing)
Automatically takes 3 pictures with slightly different
settings in the shutter speed or the aperture value.
HS Burst
Press and release the Shutter button. When the photo
size you select is VGA, Speedy Burst will shoot
continuously at the speed of 30 shots per second. This
will stop after 1 second or when the memory card is full.
To select a Continuous Shooting Mode:
1) Set the Mode Dial to the Continuous Shooting Mode Icon:
2) Press the Up button to enter the menu for the Continuous Shooting Mode options.
3) Press the Up/Down button to select a desired option.
4) Press the OK button to confirm the setting.
SETTING THE SCENE MODE
Select one of the following Scene Modes to fit your shooting condition.
Mode
Description
Scenery
Catches the scenery with ease.
Backlight
Increases the exposure (by turning on the flash) when light
illuminates from the subject from the behind.
Night Scenery
Captures photos in a low-light environment, such as in the evening or
at night.
Building
Enhances lines and contracts to highlight the sense of the three
dimensions (3D) for a building.
Kids
Increases sensitivity and emphasizes children's skin tones.