Vivitar Vivicam 2795 User manual

Instruction Manual
Vivicam 2795
Multi-Function Digital Camera/MP3 Player
www.vivitar.com

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Warranty Policy
This camera is under warranty for one full year from the date of purchase by the original
purchaser. In case of defects in materials or workmanship, we will replace or repair the
camera free of charge. This warranty applies to the camera only. This warranty does
not include batteries, or other accessories which have not been manufactured by our
company. This warranty will not be honored if the camera has been mishandled or tam-
pered with, or altered by anyone other than the manufacturer. Other than for the war-
ranty herein, we are not responsible for loss, damage, or inconvenience of any kind.
A defective camera being returned under warranty must be accompanied by a brief
description of the difficulties encountered and also by a proof of purchase with the
date of purchase clearly indicated. All related transportation costs and insurances are
at the owner’s e pense. Any alteration of this warranty cannot be made without the
written approval from our company.
FCC Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digi-
tal device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in commercial installation. This equip-
ment 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 guarntee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interferene to radio or tele-
vision reception, detectable by turning the equipment in question off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna; Increase the distance between the equip-
ment and the receiver; Connect the equipment to an outlet on a different circuit than
that which the receiver is connected to; Or consult the dealer or an e perienced radio/
TV technician for help.
Note
A shielded-type DC power cable incorporated with a ferrite core is required in order to meet
the FCC emission limits and also to prevent interference to the nearby radio and television
reception.
Use only shielded I/ cable incorporated with a ferrite core to connect this equipment to
host computer and TV set. Shielded AC power cord and shielded I/ cables are required in
order to meet the FCC emission limits. It is essential that only the supplied power cord and I/
cable(s) be used.

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Do not place this camera in a damp or dusty location.
This may cause a fire or electric shock.
CAUTION
Do not place this camera in a location affected by oil fumes or
steam, such as near a cooking stove or humidifier. This may cause
a fire or electric shock.
Do not leave this camera in places subject to extremely high
temperatures, such as in a sealed vehicle or in direct sunlight.
Exposure to high temperatures may adversely affect the camera
case and internal components and cause a fire.
Do not cover or wrap the camera or the AC power adapter with a
cloth or quilt. This may cause heat to build up and distort the
case or cause a fire. Always use the camera and its accessories
in well-ventilated locations.
While it is switched on do not move the camera after transferring
images to PC. (if you are using the AC power adapter, unplug the
adapter from the AC power outlet after you have switched off
the camera.) Ensure that any connector cords or cables to other
devices are disconnected before moving the camera, Failure to
do so may damage the cords or cables and cause a fire or electric
shock.
Take care that the camera is not bumped when it is being moved.
This may cause the camera to malfunction.
When handling the camera, always unplug it from the power
source (batteries or AC power adapter) for safety. (If you are not
going to use the AC power adapter, unplug the adapter from the
AC power outlet after you have disconnected the camera.) Failure
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When leaving the camera unused for long periods, such as
during a vacation, always unplug the camera from the power
source (batteries or AC power adapter ) for safety.
(If you are not going to use the AC power adapter, unplug the
adapter from the AC power outlet after you have disconnected
the camera.)
Failure to do so could result in a fire.
CAUTION
Contact your dealer or local authorized service facility to
request cleaning of the interior of the camera every two years.
Allowing dust to accumulate in the camera for long periods
without cleaning the camera interior may cause a fire or electric
shock.
Cleaning is best performed prior to seasonal periods of high
humidity.
Consult with your dealer or local authorized service facility for
information on the cost of cleaning your camera.
Do not use batteries other than those specified for use
with your camera.
The use of unsuitable batteries may result in the batteries
splitting or leaking and causing a fire, injury or corrosion of the
battery compartment.
When fitting a battery into the camera, check the polarity
markings on the battery ( and )to ensure that you insert the
battery correctly.
Incorrect battery polarity may result in the batteries splitting
or leaking and causing a fire, injury or corrosion 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 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.
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Do not use the camera if any water has entered the camera.
Switch the camera off, and then disconnect the power source
(batteries or AC power adapter). (If you are using the AC power
adapter, unplug the adapter from the AC power outlet after you
have disconnected the camera.) Then contact your dealer or
your local authorized service facility. Do not continue to use
the camera as this may cause a fire or electric shock.
Do not use the camera if any foreign objects have entered the
camera. Turn the camera off, and then disconnect the power
source (batteries or AC power adapter). (If you are using the
AC power adapter, unplug the adapter from the AC power outlet
after you have disconnected the camera.) Then contact your
dealer or your local authorized service facility. Do not continue
to use the camera as this may cause a fire or electric shock.
If the camera has been dropped or the camera case has been
damaged, switch the camera off, and then disconnect the power
source (batteries or AC power adapter). (If you are using the AC
power adapter, unplug the adapter from the AC power outlet
after you have disconnected the camera.) Then contact your
dealer or your local authorized service facility. Do not continue
to use the camera as this may cause a fire or electric shock.
Do not use this camera when it is emitting smoke, is unusually
hot to the touch, is emitting any unusual odor or noise, or is in
any other abnormal state. Use of the camera in any of these
situations may cause a fire or electric shock. Stop using the
camera immediately, turn the camera off, and then disconnect
the power source (batteries or AC power adapter). (If you are
using the AC power adapter, unplug the adapter from the AC
power outlet after you have disconnected the camera.) After
checking that smoke is no longer being emitted, contact your
dealer or your local authorized service facility and request
repairs. Never attempt to repair this camera yourself as this is
dangerous.
WARNING
Unplug from
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Do not place the camera in unstable locations such as on a
wobbly table or sloping surface where the camera may fall or
tip over and cause injury.
WARNING
Take care that the camera is not exposed to moisture and that
water does not get into the camera. Take particular care when
it is raining or snowing or when you are using the camera at the
beach or near water.
Water in the camera may cause a fire or electric shock.
Do not insert or drop metallic or inflammable foreign objects
into the camera through access points such as the Compact
Flash card slot.
This may cause a fire or electric shock.
Do not attempt to modify this camera. This may cause a fire or
electric shock.
Do not remove the camera casing. This may cause an electric
shock. Internal inspection, maintenance and repairs should be
carried out by your dealer or local authorized service facility.
Do not use this camera in the bathroom. This may cause a fire
or electric shock.
Do not touch the power plug during a thunderstorm if you are
using the AC power adapter.
This may cause an electric shock.
Do not disassemble
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Do not attempt to charge the alkaline battery.
This may cause the battery to split or leak, causing fire or injury.
Never use this camera, look through the viewfinder, or watch
the LCD (liquid crystal display)while you are operating a moving
car, motorcycle or bicycle.
This may cause a traffic accident.
WARNING
Do not carry or store a battery with objects such as metal pens,
necklaces, coins or hairpins. This could short circuit the positive
and negative poles of the battery.
This may cause the battery to split or leak, resulting in fire or
injury.
Do not heat or attempt to disassemble a battery, and do not
place a battery in water or in a fire.
Any of these may cause the battery to split or leak, cause fire
or injury.
Do not subject a battery to strong impacts, such as hitting it
with a hammer, stepping on it or dropping it. Any of these may
cause the battery to split or leak, cause fire or injury.
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Use only the specified batteries or AC power adapter specified
for use with this camera.
The use of other power sources may cause a fire.

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Table of Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
What’s included in the package. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
System Requirements (Windows). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Getting to Know your camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Getting Started. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Inserting Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Using the Power Adapter (Optional Accessory) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Attaching the Strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Using a Compact Flash Card (Optional Accessory) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Operating the Camera. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Using Multimedia Camera as a Digital Camera. . . . . 14
Taking Pictures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Camera Function Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Viewing Pictures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Downloading Pictures into your PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Using Multimedia Camera as a MP3 Player. . . . . . . . . 20
Where to get MP3 music files. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Transferring MP3 files into multimedia camera. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
MP3 Playback Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Playing MP3 Music. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Using Multimedia Camera as an Audio Recorder. . .22
Recording Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Recording Audio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Playing Recorded Audio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Transferring Recorded Audio into your PC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Erasing Contents from Multimedia Camera . . . . . . . 25
Erasing a Single Picture, MP3 Song or Recorded Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Erasing All Pictures, MP3 Songs or Recorded Audio Tracks . . . . . . . . 26
Using Multimedia Camera as a PC Camera . . . . . . . . 27
Appendix 1 : LCD Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Appendix 2 : Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
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Introduction
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Digital Camera, MP3 Player, Digital Audio Recorder, and PC Camera in One!
Thank you for purchasing the MULTIMEDIA CAMERA, which is the most incredible cam-
era ever been developed. This portable digital camera does not only take pictures, but
also features a built-in MP3 player, audio recorder, and PC camera in the same camera
unit.
The MULTIMEDIA CAMERA is equipped with 2MB built-in memory. In addition, it pro-
vides a memory card slot which can be inserted with a (Type I) Compact Flash Card. To
download digital pictures and audio from the camera into your PC, a USB cable connec-
tion is all that is required. This single USB connection also allows you to transfer MP3
songs into the camera. When you use it as a PC camera, you can videoconference over
the Internet. Look and talk to people on the internet face-to-face.
What’s Included in the Package
● Multimedia camera unit
● USB cable
● Video cable
● Earphone
● 2 AA alkaline batteries
● Software CD-ROM
● Quick start guide
● Owner’s Manual
● Pouch and Strap
CD-ROM content :CD-ROM content :
CD-ROM content :CD-ROM content :
CD-ROM content :
Disk 1 : MGI Photosuite SE, Multimedia Camera Manager, MP3 trial software
Disk 2 : MGI Video Wave SE+
Optional accessories include:Optional accessories include:
Optional accessories include:Optional accessories include:
Optional accessories include:
Compact Flash Card
AC Adapter
System Requirements (Windows)
Personal computer with minimum Pentium 166 MHz with graphic card
Microsoft windows 98/2000/Me operating system
32 MB or more of RAM
80 MB of hard disk space available
Available USB, and CD-ROM drive
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Getting to now your Camera
Before you start using camera, try to familiarize first with its various controls. This sec-
tion shows the different parts of the camera in detail.
A. Power Button
B. Shutter Release
C. Ready LED
D. Mode Dial
E. Lens
F. Viewfinder Window
G. Flash
H. Compact Flash
Card slot
I. Self-Timer LED
J. Stop/Erase Button
K. Audio Record /
Play Mode Selection
Button
L. Microphone
M. 4-Way Toggle Control
N. Earphone Jack
O. DC IN 5V port
P. Video port
Q. USB port
R. Battery door
S. Viewfinder
MP3
AAx2
PC
AUDIO
ERASE
/STOP
AUDIO
REC/
PLAY
DCIN
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VIDEO
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Getting Started
The multimedia camera comes with standard accessories such as batteries, and strap.
This section shows how you can use them with the camera. Basic camera operations
are also described in this section.
Inserting Batteries
The battery compartment is located the bottom side of the camera. You will need to
use two AA-size batteries.
To install the batteries:To install the batteries:
To install the batteries:To install the batteries:
To install the batteries:
1. Open the battery cover.
2. Insert the batteries properly. When inserting,
make sure that you follow the polarity direc-
tions which are indicated on the inner side
of the battery cover.
3. Close the battery cover.
You do not need to use batteries when you connect a USB cable between the camera and
your PC. The camera consumes power from the PC through the USB port.
Warning
Note
● If you won’t be using the camera for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to
prevent leaks or corrosion.
● Never use manganese batteries. Never mix old and new batteries.
● Low temperatures under 0 C may reduce the output efficiency of batteries, thereby shorten-
ing the operation time of the camera.
● The recommended battery is AA-size alkaline battery.
Battery Life Indicator
When the camera has full power, the Battery
Power icon on the LCD panel will be fully
shaded. When power is low, only the lower
portion of the icon will be shaded. This indi-
cates that the batteries are weak and need to
be replaced. When the batteries are completely
dead, the camera will not turn on.
Full Battery power
Medium Battery power
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Using the Power Adapter ( ptional Accessory)
If you prefer to operate the camera on AC
power, Power Adapter (5V/2.4A) at your choice.
Simply connect the power adapter into the DC
IN port on the camera, and then plug the power
adapter to a wall socket.
Warning
● Always be sure to use the power adapter from the manufacturer. Any other adapter may
cause damage to the camera, which is not covered under the warranty.
● Grasp the power adapter, not the cord, when unplugging it from a wall socket.
● If the power cord gets damaged (exposed or severed wires, etc.), purchase a new power
adapter from your local dealer. Using a damaged cord may cause fire or electrical shock.
● Switch off and disconnect the AC adapter from the camera before unplugging it from the
wall socket.
Attaching the Strap
If you intend to take pictures outdoors, it will
be rather convenient to carry the camera using
the provided strap.
To attach the strap to the camera:
1. Insert the small loop at the end of the strap
into the hole of the camera’s strap holder.
2. Push inward until the loop comes out of the
other hole of the camera’s strap holder.
3. Insert the other end of the strap through the
loop and pull it all the way until the strap is
securely attached to the camera.
Note
You do not need to use the power adapter when
you connect a USB cable between the camera
and your PC. The camera consumes power from
the PC through the USB port.
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Note
To remove the Compact Flash memory card, push
the Eject button located inside the card slot.
perating the Camera
Once there is power supplied to the camera
(through installed batteries, the optional power
adapter or through a USB cable connected be-
tween the camera and your PC), you can start
using the camera.
Using a Compact Flash Card ( ptional Accessory)
The camera already comes with 2MB internal
memory for storing pictures, MP3 songs and
recorded audio. If this is not enough for you,
you can e tend the camera’s storage capacity
by inserting a compact flash memory card.
To insert a Compact Flash memory card:To insert a Compact Flash memory card:
To insert a Compact Flash memory card:To insert a Compact Flash memory card:
To insert a Compact Flash memory card:
1. Open the card slot located at the side of the
camera.
2. Make sure the back side of the CF card to-
ward the front of the camera and the end
with pin-connector toward the card slot.
3. Push the memory card all the way into the
card slot until you hear a clicking sound.
4. Close the card slot cover.
Attaching the Earphone
You need to attach the earphone to the cam-
era to listen to the MP3 songs or the recorded
audio. To attach the earphone to the pouch and
the camera:
1. Insert the end of earphone connector into
the hole at the side of the pouch.
2. Pull it down until the cord comes out to the
other hole of the pouch.
3. Plug the earphone connector into the Ear-
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Auto Power Off Feature
The camera automatically switches off when there are no operations performed for over 2
minutes. However, this feature is not available when the camera is supplied with power from
a USB or AC Adapter connection.
Changing Mode
The Mode Dial located at the top side of the
camera lets you easily change from one op-
eration mode to another. Just turn the Mode
Dial clockwise or counterclockwise to switch
to a different mode.
The five icons shown on the Mode Dial indi-
cate the five operation modes of the camera.
DSC mode
TV mode
MP3 Mode
Audio Mode
PC mode
ERASE
/STOP
AUDIO
REC/
PLAY
MP3
PC
AUDIO
Power Button Ready LED
To select a mode that you want, keep on turn-
ing the Mode Dial until its icon is situated at
the middle, uppermost side of the Mode Dial .
Refer to the succeeding pages for more infor-
mation on each of these operation modes.
Function Controls
The front panel buttons provide different types
of controls, depending on which operation
mode is currently selected. For instance, in DSC
mode, the 4-Way Toggle Control allows you to
set the flash mode, select picture quality, self-
timer. In other operation modes, such as MP3
and Audio modes, all these buttons are used
but they function differently in each mode.
The ne t sections will discuss each operation
mode in detail and how to adjust the controls
at each mode.
Mode Dial
Function ControlsFunction Controls
Function ControlsFunction Controls
Function Controls
Starting up the Camera
To switch the camera on, press down the Power
Button which is located at the side of the
camera. The LED located at the top side of the
camera then lights up, indicating that the cam-
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Using MULTIMEDIA CAMERA as a
Digital Camera
The camera allows you to easily take digital photo shots. This section shows you how
to take pictures with the camera.
Taking Pictures
Set the camera to DSC mode when you want to take pictures. To take digital photo
shots with the camera, make sure that there is enough battery power or that the op-
tional power adapter is properly connected. (See page 10 to 11 for details on how to
insert batteries or connect a power adapter.) Connecting a USB cable between the
camera and your PC can also provide power to the camera. (See page 18 to see a clear
illustration on how to connect a USB cable.)
If you want to use a Compact Flash memory card to store your pictures, insert the
memory card before you start taking pictures. Without a Compact Flash memory card
installed, the pictures are stored in built-in memory. (For information on inserting memory
card, see page 12 ).
To take a picture:To take a picture:
To take a picture:To take a picture:
To take a picture:
1. Turn the camera on by pressing the Power
Button. The Ready LED located at the top
side of the camera then lights up.
2. Make sure that the camera is in DSC mode.
To set the camera to DSC modeDSC mode
DSC modeDSC mode
DSC mode, turn the
Mode Dial repeatedly until you see the DSC
icon appear on the LCD panel.
3. Using the Viewfinder, focus on the object
you want to capture.
4. Hold still and press the Shutter Release but-
ton to take the picture.
5. The Ready LED blinks continuously as the
camera captures an image and processes the
image.
6. When the Ready LED stops blinking, you can
take the ne t picture. (The Ready LED always
remains lighted up while the camera is on.)
Remaining
photo shots
Battery Power Picture Quality
Self-timer
MP3
PC
AUDIO
1
2
4
LCD panel in DSC ModeLCD panel in DSC Mode
LCD panel in DSC ModeLCD panel in DSC Mode
LCD panel in DSC Mode
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Erasing Pictures
Camera Function Controls
When you’re using Multimedia Camera as
a digital camera, use the 4-Way Toggle
Control located in front of the camera to
select options that are suitable for your
picture taking needs.
Press to set the
lash mode
No lash
Auto lash
Press to set the Self-
Timer on or off
Flash Mode
The camera has two different flash modes:
No Flash - The flash is disabled no matter what the ambient brightness of the
surroundings is.
Auto - The camera automatically fires the flash when lighting in your
surrounding is not bright enough.
Picture Quality
Two different elements determine the quality of the pictures that you take. The first is
resolution. The camera can take pictures at 640 X 480 resolution. The second element
is the amount of compression applied to captured images. This camera can capture
images using two types of compression settings: Normal (high compression) and Fine
(low compression). The lower the compression, the higher the image quality will be but
lesser number of pictures can be taken. Higher compression allows more pictures to be
taken and the image quality is acceptable.
Normal Quality - 32 pictures
Fine Quality - 1 6 pictures
(The total number of stored images may be varied with the free space of the memory,
the mixture of the image quality mode, and also the complexity of the subject.)
Self-Timer
The Self-Timer creates a 10-second delay between the time you press the Shutter Re-
lease button and the time the picture is taken. The 10-second delay is indicated by the
Self-Timer LED flashing once per second for seven seconds, then twice per second for
the last three seconds.
After a picture has been taken, the Self-Timer sets off automatically. You need to set
the Self-Timer on every time you want to use it.
Self Timer On
Press to select the type
of Picture Quality
Normal Quality
ine Quality
You cannot erase pictures from the camera memory while in DSC mode. To erase pictures, set
the camera to TV modeTV mode
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Viewing Pictures
Show off your pictures to an audience by connecting your camera to a TV. This section
shows you how to properly connect the camera to a TV and display your pictures on
TV.
Using the Camera in TV Mode
Set the camera to TV Mode when you want to use a TV to view the pictures you
have taken or when you want to erase pictures from the camera memory.
TV Function Contorls
While in TV mode, use the function controls located in front of the camera to properly
set the TV standard, advance forward or backward when viewing pictures, and to erase
pictures.
For details on erasing pictures, see page 25.
Viewing Pictures on your TV
Set the camera to TV Mode when you
want to use a TV to view the pictures you have
taken.
Connecting the Camera to your TV
Use the video cable comes with the package
to connect the camera to a TV.
1. Connect one end of the video cable to the
video port on the camera.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the
video input socket nomally at the back of
your TV.
Press to set the
TV standard
NTSC
Standard
PAL
Standard
Press to go
backward and view
the previous picture
Press to
enable Erase
mode
Note
ERASE
/STOP
AUDIO
REC/
PLAY
Press to go
forward and
view the next
picture
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Defining the TV utput
Before you can view pictures on your TV, you need to identify first what TV standard
your television uses. If you have an NTSC standard TV, set the camera to NTSC. If you
have a PAL standard TV, set the camera to PAL. (The figure on page 16 illustrates clearly
how to set the TV output for your camera.)
Viewing your Pictures
After properly connecting your camera to a TV,
you can start viewing your pictures.
1. Turn on your TV. Switch your TV to Video
mode. (Usually, your TV's remote control will
have a TV/Video switch button. Simply press
this button.
2. Set the camera to TV modeTV mode
TV modeTV mode
TV mode.
3. Use the 4-Way Toggle Control in front of the
MULTIMEDIA CAMERA to select the
camera’s TV output. Press TV to select NTSC
or PAL, depending on the TV system you are
using.
4. Also use the 4-Way Toggle Control to se-
lect which picture to display on the TV
screen. Press Right (+) to display the ne t
picture, or press Left (-) to display the previ-
ous picture.
As you advance forward and backward
through your pictures, the LCD Panel shows
the current picture number you are viewing.
5. If you want to resume taking pictures, dis-
connect the camera from your TV. Then, set
the camera to DSC mode again.
You can also view your pictures on your computer monitor by downloading them to your PC.
For more information about downloading pictures into your PC, see page 18.
LCD Panel in TV ModeLCD Panel in TV Mode
LCD Panel in TV ModeLCD Panel in TV Mode
LCD Panel in TV Mode
Battery Power Picture Number
TV Standard (NTSC or PAL)
MP3
PC
AUDIO
2
Press to set the
TV standard
NTSC
Standard
PAL
Standard
Press to go
backward and view
the previous picture
Press to
enable Erase
mode
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ERASE
/STOP
AUDIO
REC/
PLAY
Press to go
forward and
view the next
picture
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Downloading Pictures into your PC
Once your camera’s memory or the inserted Compact Flash Card is full, you can erase
the pictures and take more pictures. Before you erase the pictures, save them first by
transferring them to your computer. This section shows you how to download pictures
into the computer.
For details on how to erase pictures, see page 25.
Connecting the Camera to Your PC
Use the provided USB cable to connect the
camera to your PC.
1 Connect one end of the USB cable into the
USB port on your PC.
2 Connect the other end of the USB cable to
the USB port on the camera.
3 Turn on the camera.
Note
You do not need to use batteries or the power
adapter when you have connected a USB cable be-
tween the camera and your PC. The camera con-
sumes power from the PC through the USB port.
Camera driver and software installation
The following software applications and camera driver are included in the DSC Applica-
tion Suite CD.
● MGI Photosuite III SE - allows you to enhance the pictures with fast, friendly, fun PC
photography software.
● MGI VideoWave SE+ - is powerful PC video software allows even novice users to
create professional videos quickly and easily.
● Multimedia Camera Manager- provides you an efficient way to manage and transfer
pictures, audio and MP3 files between the camera and the computer.
● MP3 trial software - convert your music CD to MP3 file format and enjoy your favorite
songs anywhere.
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In order to transfer files between Multimedia Camera and PC, you need to install the
Multimedia Camera Manager which is under DSC Application Suite. It is implemented
with auto-setup program. Once you insert Disk 1 into CD-ROM drive, the DSC Applica-
tion Suite main menu window will pop-up. Otherwise, you still can run “setup.e e” file in
the root directory of CD-ROM drive.
1 : Insert the Disk 1 into CD-ROM drive
2 : Click on the checkbo to select the
software would like to be installed.
3 : Follow the on screen instruction to
complete driver and the application
software installation.
4 : Restart the computer. After restarting the
computer, a DSC Application Suite shortcut
icon has now been created on the desktop.
Note
The system requirements and the operation of
each bundled software applications may vary. For
more information, please refer to their respective
software help menu.
Getting your Pictures
To get pictures from the camera and transfer
them to your PC:
1. Make sure that the camera is securely con-
nected to your PC and the camera driver is
installed.
2. Set the camera to PC modePC mode
PC modePC mode
PC mode.
3. Double-click the DSC Application Suite
Shortcut icon on the desktop.
4. Click the Multimedia Camera Manager but-
ton .
5. Drag or copy the image files in the folder of
Multimedia Camera Manager to the folder
you specify in your hard disk.
6. Once the copy process has been completed,
the images then successfully have down-
loaded from the camera to your PC.
MP3
PC
AUDIO
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