Vivitar Vivicam 2010 User manual

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Vivicam 2010 User manual
English 20100001

Contents
1 Introduction------------------------------------------------------------- 1
Overview----------------------------------------------------------------- 1
Warnings and Precautions------------------------------------------ 1
Package Contents----------------------------------------------------- 3
System Requirements------------------------------------------------ 4
Camera Features------------------------------------------------------ 5
2 Inserting the Batteries------------------------------------------------ 6
3 Insert/Remove SD/MMC Memory Cards------------------------ 8
4 Capturing Images----------------------------------------------------- 9
Power On the Camera----------------------------------------------- 9
Power Off the Camera------------------------------------------------ 9
5 Camera Status Icons------------------------------------------------- 10
6 Display Information and flows-------------------------------------- 11
7 Capture an Image----------------------------------------------------- 15
8 Using Flash------------------------------------------------------------- 16
9 Self-Timer--------------------------------------------------------------- 17
10 AVI Capture------------------------------------------------------------- 18
11 Continuous Capture-------------------------------------------------- 19
12 Deleting Images-------------------------------------------------------- 19
Delete the Last Image------------------------------------------------ 19
Delete All Images------------------------------------------------------ 19

Techniques for Capturing the Best Images---------------------- 21
13 Installing Camera Driver and Software--------------------------- 23
14 Uninstalling Software ------------------------------------------------ 23
Uninstalling Camera Driver ----------------------------------------- 23
15 Downloading Images to Your Computer------------------------- 24
For Windows 98/me customers------------------------------------ 24
For Windows XP------------------------------------------------------- 24
For Windows 2000/me/98------------------------------------------- 24
16 Arcsoft PhotoImpression 5------------------------------------------ 26
17 Arcsoft VideoImpression 2------------------------------------------ 28
18 Using the Camera In PC-Cam Mode----------------------------- 31
19 Checking the Connection of Your Camera---------------------- 32
20 Internet Video Conferencing---------------------------------------- 33
21 Using the camera with NetMeeting-------------------------------- 34
22 Specifications----------------------------------------------------------- 35
23 Appendix A-------------------------------------------------------------- 36

WARNING
When the battery icon is blinking, download the pictures to
your computer immediately before changing the batteries. A
delay could result in the loss of your images if the batteries
become depleted.

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1. Introduction
Overview
Thank you for purchasing your digital camera. It can capture digital images,
short video-clips (continuous shooting mode), and it can also serve as a
PC/Web camera. The camera is equipped with 8 MB of memory to store
your images and movie clips. You may download your images and movie
clips to your computer using the USB cable and included software.
Warnings and Precautions
FCC STATEMENT -
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:

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1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Use of shielded cable is required to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B
of Part 15 of the FCC rules. Do not make any changes or modifications to
the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual. If such changes or
modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the
equipment.
GENERAL WARNINGS –
Do not use batteries other than those specified for use with the camera. The
use of unsuitable batteries may result in the batteries splitting or leaking and
causing a fire, injury, or soiling of the battery compartment.
When placing batteries in the camera, check the polarity of the batteries
(- and +) to ensure proper orientation. Incorrect polarity may result in the
batteries splitting or leaking and causing a fire, injury, or soiling of the battery
compartment.
Remove the batteries if the camera will not be used for an extended period
of time. The batteries may leak and cause a fire, injury or soiling of the

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battery compartment. If the batteries leak clean and wipe the battery
compartment carefully and install new batteries. Wash your hands carefully
if you touch the battery fluid. Please note that when you remove the batteries
your images will be lost from the camera memory.
WARNING: Handling the USB cable on this product may expose you to lead,
a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Wash your hands after handling.
TRADEMARK INFORMATION -
Microsoft® and Windows® are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation.
Pentium® is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. Other names and
products may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
owner.
Package Contents
1. Camera
2. USB cable
3. Software
4. User’s Manual
5. Two AA batteries
6. Hand strap

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Note: Included components may vary, as specified by local retailers and
locations. Check with your retailer for specifics.
System Requirements
You must use a computer to download the images from your camera. The
computer that you use must meet the following minimum requirements:
1. Windows Me/2000/XP
2. Direct X 8.0, or higher
3. 128 MB RAM
4. 60 MB hard disk space available
5. Available USB port
6. CD-ROM drive

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Camera Features

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2. Inserting the Batteries
Step 1: Open the battery door by sliding it down and
then move it outwards from the camera body.
Step 2: Insert two AA batteries with the polarity as
shown:
Step 3: Close the battery cover.
Warning: Do not open the battery door when the camera is powered ON.
This will cause all images in memory to be lost immediately. If you open the
battery door when the camera is OFF (when changing the batteries) you
must close the door within thirty (30) seconds or your images will be erased
from memory.
Notes:
1. Always download your images to your computer soon after you have
captured them. Never assume your images will be retained for more
than
three or four days. If the batteries are depleted, your images will be lost.
2. If you must change the batteries, make sure the camera is OFF and then
change the batteries within 30 seconds.
3. If you will not use the camera for a long time (several days, or more)
remove the batteries. The batteries will discharge slowly if left in the
camera. This may cause complete battery discharge as well as loss of
images. The batteries may corrode if left in the camera for extended
periods of time.
4. Dispose of batteries properly in accordance with local laws and
regulations. Do not place them in fire.

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5. The camera has an automatic power-saving feature. The camera will
turn off automatically if it has not been used after approximately sixty
(60) seconds.
6. When the camera is connected to a computer using a USB cable, it is
not necessary to use batteries because the camera uses the power
provided by the computer through the USB interface.

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3. Insert/Remove SD/MMC Memory Cards
The camera accepts a Secure Digital (SD) or a Multimedia Card (MMC)
memory card up to 256MB capacity. The memory card takes priority over
the internal memory. Whenever a memory card is inserted the camera will
immediately use the memory card in preference to the internal memory.
Therefore, when a memory card is inserted, the camera will store images
and videos on the memory card. Likewise, the camera will playback
images and videos that are stored on the memory card only. To access
internal memory remove the memory card.
Inserting a Memory Card
Insert an SD or MMC card into the memory card slot located in the battery
compartment, and gently press downward with your finger until it clicks into
place. The contacts should be inserted first and be on the side toward the
batteries.
Removing a Memory Card
Gently press down on the memory card and it will partially eject. Pull the
card out with your fingers.
Note: To use the internal memory (8MB), please remove the memory card
first.

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4. Capturing Images
Using your new camera is fun and easy. There are two
basic steps to capturing your first image.
Step 1: Turn on the camera by pressing the
Power/Mode button for two seconds.
Step 2: Press the shutter button to capture an image.
It is really that easy! The following sections will tell you about more features
that are available on your camera.
Power On the Camera
To power on the camera press the Power/Mode button for two
seconds as shown above. The camera will beep once, indicating that it is
ready. The Status LCD display will turn on like this:
In this example the camera is ready to capture image in Hi resolution mode.
Note that the camera will automatically power off after approximately 90
seconds of inactivity to save battery power. To turn the camera on again,
press the button.
Power Off the Camera
To turn the camera power OFF, press and hold the button for five (5)
seconds and the status LCD will shut off.

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5. Camera Status Icons
Beyond the basics of capturing an image, the camera has many other
features. Turn on the camera and notice the many icons and symbols on the
status LCD:
As you press the Power/Mode button the LCD display will change in the
following order. To learn more about each function refer to the referenced
section in this User Manual.
Camera Icons and Descriptions
Icons Descriptions
Number of images that you may capture in the available
memory
Movie Mode for capturing video clips
Battery Indicator:
2 levels: Battery is full
1 levels: Battery is half full
0 levels: Battery is near empty; flash is disabled and the
icons on the status LCD flash
2408x1536: Take pictures about 3.2 M pixels.
1600x1200: Take pictures about 2.0M pixels (default)
1280x1024: Take pictures about 1.2M pixels
640x480: Take pictures about 0.3M pixels
Erase one photo/video
Erase all photos & videos
Indicates that camera and computer are connected

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Icons Descriptions
Self-timer Allows 10 seconds before capturing an image
SD Card: When a SD card is inserted in the camera it will
show on the LCD display.
Take pictures in large size (default)
Take pictures in small size
Flash off (default)
Flash On
Auto flash
6. Display Information and flows
1. Resolution Setting:
Press the Power/Mode button once. The LCD display will be
as shown on the left. Press Power/Mode button repeatedly,
the four stars (2408x1535) icon on the right top of the LED
will change to one star (640x480) icon. Each time you are
supposed to hold down Shutter button to confirm.
2. Self-timer﹕
Press the Power/Mode button four times. The LCD display
will be as shown on the left. When the shutter button is
pressed, the camera will shoot after beeping ten times. The
function is ideal for getting yourself into the picture.

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3. AVI Mode Press the Power/Mode button five times. The LCD display
will be as shown on the left. When the shutter button is
pressed, Press Shutter button to start playback of the AVI.
Press Shutter again to stop the video playing.
4. Continuous Shooting﹕
Press the Power/Mode button six times. The LCD display will
be as shown on the left. Three pictures will be taken in
sequence after you press the shutter button. The counter will
increase from 000 to 003.
5. Compression Rate﹕
Press the Power/Mode button seven times. The LCD display
will be as shown on the left. Press the shutter button to
confirm for shooting more images but small size.
Press the Power/Mode button eight times. The LCD display
will be as with big size.

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6. PC-Cam mode
Press the Power/Mode button nine times. The LCD display
will be as shown on the left. Connect your camera to the
computer with the USB cable.
7. Frequency Setting﹕
Press the Power/Mode button ten times. The LCD display
will be as shown on the left. Press the shutter button to
confirm. You can set the frequency according to the
frequency of local power mains.
Press the Power/Mode button eleven times. The LCD
display will be as shown on the left. Press the shutter
button to confirm. You can set the frequency according to
the frequency of local power mains.
8. Force flash Press the Select button once. The LCD display will be as
shown on the left. Press the shutter button to confirm.

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9. Auto flash Press the Select button twice. The LCD display will be as
shown on the left. Press the shutter button to confirm.
10. Flash Off Press the Select button three times. The LCD display will
be as shown on the left. Press the shutter button to confirm.
11. Delete One Picture﹕
Press the Select button still for two seconds times. The
LCD display will be as shown on the left. Press the shutter
button to delete the last picture in the camera.
12. Delete All Picture/Videos﹕
On the basis of Delete One Picture settings. Press the
select button once. The LCD display will be as shown on
the left. Press the shutter button to delete all the pictures in
the camera.

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7. Capture an Image
In film-photography we say: “Take a Photo.” In digital-photography we say:
“Capture an Image.” Capturing an image with this camera is easy.
Step 1: Power on the camera and look through the viewfinder to frame your
subject. Make sure your subject is no closer than three or four feet (one
meter) or else it will not be in good focus.
Step 2: Press the Shutter button to capture an image.
The camera will beep once and the image counter will increase by one
count.
For example the counter may change from 000to 001.
The display counter shows the number of images to be taken. When the
“FUL” warning message appears on the Info/Status LCD it means the
memory is full and you must download your images or delete them to make
more space available.
Note: Please note that when batteries are disconnected or discharged,
the memory, and all taken images will be erased.

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8. Using Flash
When you wish to capture an image at night, indoors, or under difficult
conditions your images may be improved by using your camera’s built-in flash.
Flash Off: the flash is off. (Default)
Force Flash: the flash fires every time you take a picture, regardless of
the lighting conditions.
Auto Flash: the camera detects ambient lighting conditions, and the
flash fires if it detects insufficient light.
9. Self-Timer
If you would like to get into the image you may use the self-timer feature to
delay image capture by ten (10) seconds. Place the camera on a tripod or a
flat, stable surface. Turn on the camera. Press the Power/Mode button four
times until the “ ” icon appears on the LCD display.
Press the Shutter button and the camera will beep as it counts down. The
camera will capture an image automatically after 10 seconds.