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Vivicam 3555T User Manual

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Preface
About this manual
This manual is designed to make using your new 3555T Digital Camera
as easy as possible. Information in this document has been carefully
checked for accuracy; however, the information in this document is
subject to change without notice. Product features and functionality are
subject to continual revision and refinement. Revisions to this manual, if
any, will be posted on the Vivitar website at www.vivitar.com.
Copyright
© Copyright 2002 Vivitar Corporation
This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright.
All rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any
mechanical, electronic or other means, in any form, without prior written
permission of Vivitar Corporation, Inc.
Trademarks
All trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their
respective owners.
Photo Express,DVD PictureShow, Cool 360 and PhotoExplorer,
Copyright 2002, Ulead Systems Inc., All Rights Reserved.
Presto! VideoWorks,Presto! Image Folio and Presto! Mr. Photo,
Copyright 2002, NewSoft Technology Corporation, All Rights Reserved.
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TableofContents
Chapter 1 -Getting Started........................................................... 1
Features..................................................................................... 1
Safety Information ................................................................... 2
Components and Accessories.............................................. 3
Camera Overview................................................................... 4
Front View.................................................................... 4
Back View.................................................................... 6
Bottom View................................................................ 8
Inserting a Memory Card ....................................................... 9
Installing the Batteries ........................................................... 11
Language Selection.............................................................. 13
Setting the Time and Date................................................... 14
Chapter 2 -Taking Pictures.......................................................... 16
Preparing the Camera.......................................................... 16
Selecting the Camera Mode.............................................. 17
Framing your Shots.................................................................17
Zoom and Shoot..................................................................... 18
Turning the Camera Off........................................................ 18
Chapter 3 -Reviewing Your Pictures........................................... 19
Switch to Playback Mode.................................................... 19
Full-Screen Review................................................... 19
Thumbnail Review.................................................... 20

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Chapter 4 -Connecting to a Computer...................................... 21
Preparing your Computer –Initial Installation .................. 23
Using the V3555T with your Computer............................... 25
Copying Images to your PC ................................................ 26
Using the V3555T as a PC Camera..................................... 27
Chapter 5 –Operational Modes.................................................. 28
RECORD Mode ......................................... 28
Timer Mode .................................................... 29
Preset Mode ............................................. 30
Playback Mode .............................................. 31
Setup Mode ................................................ 32
Delete / Format........................................................ 32
Resolution................................................................... 34
DPOF........................................................................... 35
Date/Time.................................................................. 35
Language.................................................................. 36
Storage Media.......................................................... 36
Chapter 6 –Using the LCD Display .............................................. 37
Icon Descriptions.................................................................... 38
Appendix 1 –Button Function Guide........................................... 40
Appendix 2 –Troubleshooting..................................................... 41
Service and Support ……………………………………..…...41

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Chapter1 -GettingStarted
Features
•Three resolution settings:
o1600 x 1200 Extrapolated Resolution (Super Fine)
o1152 x 864 Native resolution (Fine)
o640 x 480 VGA resolution
•2X Digital Zoom
•Color STN LCD viewfinder screen
•8 MB internal memory
•USB interface
•Automatic exposure
•Fixed focus
•Three flash Modes:
oAutomatic
oOff
oRed-Eye reduction
•White Balance Modes: Auto/ Daylight / Shade /
Tungsten / Fluorescent
•10 second self-timer mode
•Full screen or Thumbnail preview

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SafetyInformation
lDo not look at the sun through the viewfinder. Viewing the sun or other
strong light source through the viewfinder could cause permanent visual
impairment.
lDo not disassemble the camera. Touching the product’s internal parts could
result in injury. In the event of a malfunction, only a qualified technician should
repair the product.
lAvoid contact with liquid crystal. Should the LCD display break, care
should be taken to avoid injury due to broken glass. Avoid contact with the
liquid crystal material. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, or mouth.
lDo not use in the presence of flammable gas. Using electronic equipment
in the presence of flammable gas could result in explosion or fire.
lObserve proper precautions when handling batteries. Use only
approved AA batteries. Batteries may leak or explode if handled improperly.
Remove the batteries and memory card from the camera if you plan to store the
camera for extended periods of time. Be sure the camera is turned off before
inserting or removing batteries. Do not insert batteries backwards or upside down.
Do not disassemble batteries. Do not expose batteries to flame or excessive heat
nor immerse batteries in water. Discontinue use immediately if you notice any
changes in the battery such as discoloration, deformation or leakage.
lObserve caution when operating the flash. Do not use the flash close to
anyone’s eyes. This can cause damage to eyesight. Particular care should be
observed when photographing infants –keep the flash at a distance of at least
three feet from infants’ eyes.

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ComponentsandAccessories
Your V3555T digital camera comes equipped with the
following components. Please note that product inclusions
vary depending upon the options specified by your
retailer.
1. Digital Camera
2. User’s manual
3. Quick Reference Guide
4. USB cable
5. Two (2) AA alkaline batteries
6. Installation and software CD-ROM
7. Soft carrying case
8. Hand strap

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CameraOverview
The front, rear, bottom,and top views of the V3555T
camera are shown below. Please take a moment to
review these illustrations and familiarize yourself with the
terms used in the rest of this manual.
Front View
1. Shutter Button: Press the Shutter Button to
take digital images (pictures), and to select
options from the menus.
2. Built-in Flash: The flash allows the camera to
take pictures in low light conditions.

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3. Light Sensor: Using this sensor the V3555T can
automatically detect the ambient light level
to determine whether or not the flash is
needed. Take care not to block the sensor
with your finger while taking a picture.
4. Viewfinder: The optical viewfinder can be
used to compose your pictures without using
the LCD display.
5. Lens: The lens focuses the light onto the
image sensor. For the best picture quality,
care should be taken to make sure it
remains free of dust, fingerprints, and
scratches.
6. Lens Cover: When not using the camera, the
lens cover should be closed to protect the
lens. Rotate the cover clockwise to close
and counterclockwise to open .

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Back View
1. Viewfinder: The viewfinder can be used to compose
your pictures without using the LCD.
2. Status LED: When power is first turned on the LED will
flash. When the LED stabilizes to solid green the camera
is ready to take a picture (or accept user commands.)
When the camera is processing an image the LED will
also flash momentarily.
3. Power: Use this button to turn the camera on & off.
4. Zoom Out: This button is used to zoom out during
preview or playback. If pressed repeatedly in playback
mode, Zoom Out will switch between thumbnail
and full-screen views. There are five zoom steps.

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5. Zoom In: This button is used to zoom in for a closer
view of live images, or displayed pictures.
6. Mode Dial: Rotate this dial to select camera
modes. Choices are: Record, Playback, Self-Timer,
Preset, or Setup.
7. Shutter Button: While taking pictures, use this button to
capture a digital image. While navigating the menus,
use this button to select a menu item.
8. USB Port: The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is used
to connect the camera to a PC for transferring images,
and for use as a PC Video Camera.
9. Hand Strap Loop: Attach the hand strap to this loop for
ease of carrying.
10. Up: During playback, use to select the next image.
11. Down: During playback, use to select the previous
image.
12. Flash/Copy: During preview, use to set flash
mode. During playback, use to copy an image.
13. WB/Delete: Press this button to cycle through the
White Balance presets: Automatic, Daylight (sun),
Shade, Tungsten and Fluorescent.
14. Display: Press this button to cycle through the four
display options: LCD and backlight with status
information; LCD and backlight without status info; LCD
without backlight; and LCD off.
15. LCD Display: The LCD display can be used to preview a
scene, playback images, or configure the camera.

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BottomView
1. Tripod Socket: Use this ¼”-20 socket to mount
your camera on a tripod. A tripod is especially
useful for low light and night pictures. It can also
be very helpful to hold the camera when taking
group pictures or when using the self-timer
mode.
2. Battery / Memory Card Cover:Open this cover
for access to the 2 AA batteries and the
memory card slot.
3. Memory Card Slot: Insert aSmartMedia™
memory card into the memory slot to increase
the storage capacity of your camera.Memory
cards are available at major retailers.
4. Battery Chamber: Insert two AA alkaline
batteries.

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InsertingaMemoryCard
Follow these steps to insert a memory card:
1. Make sure the camera is turned off.
2. Open the battery/memory card compartment by
pressing on the cover and sliding in the direction of
the arrow toward the outside edge of the camera.

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3. Insert the memory card with the notched corner
facing the outside edge of the camera and the
gold circuitry facing toward the back of the
camera as shown:
4. Close the battery / memory card cover.
Note: The V3555T uses “SmartMedia” memory
cards, also known as SSFDC (solid-state floppy disc
card). These memory cards can be used to expand
the memory capacity of the camera. SmartMedia
cards are available at photo, electronics, and
computer retailers.

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InstallingtheBatteries
Follow these steps to install or replace the batteries:
1. Make sure the camera is turned off.
2. Open the battery compartment on the bottom
of the camera.

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3. Insert the batteries into the chamber making
sure that the positive and negative ends
are properly oriented with the polarity as
indicated on the inside of the compartment
(adjacent to the memory card slot).
4. Close the battery compartment cover.

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LanguageSelection
The V3555T camera can display text and messages
in English, French, Spanish and German.
Follow these steps to select a different language:
1. Rotate the Mode Dial to the Setup mode .
2. Turn the camera on.

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3. Use the Down Key to select Language then
press the Shutter Button to enter this menu.
4. Use the Down Key and Up Key to select
which language you want to use. Press the
Shutter Button to select that language.
SettingtheTimeandDate
The V3555T will “date stamp” each digital image file
with time and date information. The benefit of having
the time and date set is that when you transfer the
images to a computer, the file properties will show
the correct time and date that the picture was taken.
To set the time and date:
1. Set the Mode Dial to Setup
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2. Turn the camera on.
3. Use the Down Key to select Date/Time,and
then press the Shutter Button to enter this menu.
4. Use the Down Key and Up Key to adjust
the hour, and then press the Shutter Button to
set the minutes. Once the time is set, press the
Shutter Button to set the year, then the month,
and finally the day.
5. When the settings are correct, press the Display
Key to save the date and time and return
to the Setup Menu.

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Chapter2-TakingPictures
This chapter guides you through the steps involved in
taking pictures (capturing images) with the 3555T.
PreparingtheCamera
Follow these steps to make sure the camera is ready to
take pictures:
1. Open the lens cover. Rotate the lens cover switch to
the Open position.
2. Press the Power button to turn the camera on. The
LED will flash momentarily. When the LED is solid
green the camera is ready for use.
Make sure you have installed 2 AA batteries. Note
also that using the LCD display consumes
considerable battery power. To prolong the life of your
batteries it is recommended to keep the LCD display
off when not in use. Use the optical viewfinder to
compose most shots.
If you want to store your photos on a memory card,
make sure it is inserted before you turn on the
camera. If you prefer to store images directly to the
camera's internal memory, either remove the memory
card, or select Internal from the Storage Media menu.