Vivitar Vivicam 3655 User manual

Vivicam 3655 User Manual
English 021009

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Warranty Policy
This camera is under warranty for one full year from the date of purchase by the orignal 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 tampered with, or altered by anyone other than the manufacturer.
Other than for the warranty 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 encoun-
tered and also by a proof of purchase with the date of purchase clearly indicated. All related transportation costs and insur-
ances are at the ower’s expense. 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 digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in commerical 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 guarentee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interferece to radio or television reception, detect-
able by turning the equipment in question off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the intereference by one or more
of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna; Increase the distance between the equipment 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 experienced 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/O cable incorporated with a ferrite core to connect this equipment to host computer and TV set. Shielded
A.C. power cable and shielded I/O cables are required in order to meet the FCC emision limits. It is essential that only the
supplied power cord and I/O cable(s) be used.

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CAUTION
Do not place this camera in damp or dusty location.
This may cause a fire or electric shock.
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 A 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.
Do not move the camera while it is switched on. (if you are using
the A power adapter, unplug the adapter from the A power
outlet after you have switched off the camera.) Then 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 A power adapter) for safety. (if you are using
the A power adapter, unplug the adapter from the A power
outlet after you have disconnected the camera.) Failure to do so
could result in an electric shock.

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CAUTION
When leaving the camera unused for long periods, such as during
a vacation, always unplug the camera from the power source
(batteries or A power adapter ) for safety.
(if you are using the A power adapter, unplug the adapter from
the A power outlet after you have disconnected the camera.)
Failure to do so could result in a fire.
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 soiling 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 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 battery compartment. If the batteries leak,
clean and wipe the battery compartment carefully and install new
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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 A power adapter). (if you are using the A power
adapter, unplug the adapter from the A 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 A power adapter). (if you are using the A
power adapter, unplug the adapter from the A 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 A power adapter). (if you are using the A
power adapter, unplug the adapter from the A 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 A power adapter). (If you are
using the A power adapter, unplug the adapter from the A
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
power socket.

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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.
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 ompact 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 A power adapter.
This may cause an electric shock.
WARNING
Do not disassemble
Do not use in wet areas.
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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 L D (liquid crystal display)while you are operating a moving
car, motorcycle or bicycle.
This may cause a traffic accident.
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.
Use only the specified batteries or A power adapter specified
for use with this camera.
The use of other power sources may cause a fire.
WARNING

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CONTENTS
Introduction-----------------------------------------9
What’s Inside 9
Optional Items 9
CD ROM Contents 10
System Requirements (Windows) 10
Getting to Know the Camera------------------11
Front View Diagram 11
Top View Diagram 11
Bottom View Diagram 12
Back View Diagram 1 2
Getting Started------------------------------------14
Attaching the Strap 14
Power Supply 14
Memory 15
Turning the camera on and off 16
Taking Pictures---------------------------------------1
Taking Pictures 17
Zoom Control 18
Setting the Picture Resolution and Quality 18
Setting the Macro Mode 19
Setting the Self Timer 19
Setting the Flash Mode 20
Images Remaining 20
Camera Operating Modes------------------------20

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RECORD Mode 21
PLAY Mode 24
SETUP Mode 26
ERASE Mode 29
PC Mode 30
Viewing Pictures---------------------------------------30
Viewing on a TV 30
Viewing on the Display LCD 31
Downloading pictures into your PC-----------32
Connecting the camera to your PC 32
Camera driver and software installation 32
Downloading and saving images to your hard drive 33
Appendix 1 : Status LCD Icons----------------------34
Appendix 2 : Default Settings-----------------------34
Appendix 3 : Digital Camera Specifications---35

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Introduction
Congratulations on purchasing your new digital camera. Capturing high quality digital images is easy with this state-of-the-art
smart camera. Equipped with a 2.3 mega pixel CCD, this camera is capable of capturing images with a resolution of up to
1792X1200 pixels. With Macro Mode for taking pictures of objects very close to the camera and a 4.6X Zoom (2.3X optical
and 2X digital), the range of pictures that you can take with this digital camera is almost unlimited. In addition, built-in sensor
automatically analyze the lighting environment and customize camera settings such as White Balance, EV Compensation and
flash function to ensure optimum picture quality. The 1.8" full-color liquid crystal display (LCD) on the back of the camera
makes it easy to frame images when taking pictures, and displays a preview of an image after it has been captured. USB and
RS232 output capabilities make it easy to connect the camera to your computer, and with the included software, downloading
and editing your images is a breeze. It can also be connected directly to a television, allowing the user to display images
stored on the camera on the television screen. The easy-to-use Compact Flash Memory Cards provides reliable, flexible
image storage capacity for your images.
In total, this state-of-the-art camera affords the convenience and flexibility of a digital image capture device while retaining
the ease of use of traditional cameras.
What’s Inside
Digital Camera
Quick Start Guide
Owner’s Manual
Serial Cable (PC)
USB Cable
Video Cable
CD-ROM (Twain driver and Bundled software)
4 x AA alkaline batteries
AC Power Adapter
Pouch and Strap
Compact Flash Memory Card
Optional Items
Compact Flash Memory Card--4MB, 8MB,16MB, 32MB, 48MB, 64MB, 96MB and 128MB

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CD ROM Contents
TWAIN Acquire Module - Lets you download pictures from all TWAIN-compliant devices to your computer.
Image Application Software- Allows you to quickly and easily touch up any photo captured with your camera.
System Requirements (Windows)
Personal Computer with minimum Pentium 166 MHz with graphic card
Microsoft Windows 98,ME,2000(both RS232 and USB connection)
Microsoft Windows 95,NT(RS232 connection only)
32MB or more of RAM
80MB of hard disk space
Available serial port or USB port
CD-ROM drive
Color display (800x600 24-bit or higher recommended)

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Getting To Know The Camera
Front View Diagram
1. Lens
2. Flash
3. Viewfinder Window
4. CF Card Slot Door
Top View Diagram
1. Mode Knob
2. Status LCD
3. Shutter Button
4. Resolution and Quality Button
5. Macro Mode Button
6. Self Timer Button
7. Flash Button
8. Zoom Control
9. Connector Door
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Bottom View Diagram
1. Battery door
2. Tripod Socket
Back View Diagram
1. Power ON/OFF Switch
2. LCD ON/OFF Button
3. Menu Button
4. OK Button
5. Processing LED
6. Optical Viewfinder
7. Display LCD
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Mode Knob
The mode knob allows you to choose from five camera modes:
Record Mode Record Mode
Record Mode Record Mode
Record Mode - to capture and store images
Play ModePlay Mode
Play ModePlay Mode
Play Mode - to view stored images
Setup ModeSetup Mode
Setup ModeSetup Mode
Setup Mode - to set various camera options
Erase ModeErase Mode
Erase ModeErase Mode
Erase Mode - to erase stored images
PC ModePC Mode
PC ModePC Mode
PC Mode - to transfer stored images to a PC
Status LCD
Resolution/ QualityResolution/ Quality
Resolution/ QualityResolution/ Quality
Resolution/ Quality - to define the image resolution and quality
Macro ModeMacro Mode
Macro ModeMacro Mode
Macro Mode - to take close-up shot
Self TimerSelf Timer
Self TimerSelf Timer
Self Timer - to set the 10-sec delay
FlashFlash
FlashFlash
Flash - to set the flash mode
Color Display LCD
LCDLCD
LCDLCD
LCD - to toggle the Color Display LCD between On and Off.
MenuMenu
MenuMenu
Menu - to toggle between entering and exiting the camera mode menu
OKOK
OKOK
OK - press to confirm the highlighted field
Zoom Control
In Record ModeIn Record Mode
In Record ModeIn Record Mode
In Record Mode - Zoom control is used to zoom in and out the subject
In Play, Setup, Erase ModesIn Play, Setup, Erase Modes
In Play, Setup, Erase ModesIn Play, Setup, Erase Modes
In Play, Setup, Erase Modes - Zoom control is acted as menu select button to scroll up and down through the
menus or to increase or decrease the value for some specific numeric high
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Getting Started
Attaching the Strap
It is best to use the included carrying-strap whenever carrying the camera, and especially when taking pictures outdoors.
This will help to prevent the camera from being dropped or otherwise too roughly handled. Dropping the camera may cause
external or internal damage.
To attach the strap to the camera
1. Insert the small loop at the end of the strap
into one side of the camera’s strap holder.
2. Push inward until the loop comes out of the
other side of the strap holder.
3. Insert the other end of the strap through the
loop and pull it until the strap is securely
attached to the camera.
Power Supply
This camera features a two-way power supply that lets you use either batteries (AA-size Alkaline) or a household AC current.
Loading the Batteries
1. Slide the battery door in the direction indicated by the arrow.
2. The door should spring partially open. Gently
open it the rest of the way with your finger.
3. Insert the batteries and follow the polarity
directions indicated on the inner side of the
battery door.
4. Close the battery door.
If you are not going to be using the camera for an extended period of time, you should 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 shortening the operation
time of camera.
The recommended battery is AA-size alkaline battery.
NOTE

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Using the Power Adapter
If you prefer to operate the camera on AC power, use the 7V/1A adapter that comes with the camera. Simply connect the
power adapter into the DC IN port on the camera, and then plug the power adapter to a wall socket.
Always be sure to use the AC adapter which comes with the camera, or optional from the manufacturer. Any other adapter
may cause damage to the camera, which is not covered under the warranty.
Grasp the adapter, not the cord, when unplugging the adapter from a wall socket.
If the power cord becomes damaged (exposed or severed wires, etc.), please purchase a new AC adapter. Use of a
damaged cord may cause fire or electrical shock.
Switch off and disconnect the camera from the AC adapter before unplugging it from the wall socket.
Battery Life Indicator
Located on the Status LCD, the Battery Status Indicator is active at all times while the camera is on. When battery power is
close to full, all three bars of the indicator will be shaded. When battery power is down to roughly half, the left-most bar in the
indicator will be off, and the other two will remain shaded. When battery power is low, only the right-most bar in the indicator
will be on. This indicates that the batteries are weak and need to be replaced. It is recommended that you do not use the
Flash or Auto-Flash features while battery power is low. When the batteries are completely dead, the camera will not turn on.
Full Battery Power
Medium Battery Power
Low Battery Power
No Battery Power
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Memory
Compact Flash Card
This camera features a removable ATA-compatible memory device, called a Compact Flash Memory Card, for storing image
information. This means that any pictures you take will not be lost when the camera is turned off or low on power. If the
batteries go dead, simply insert a new set or connect the AC power supply and you will be able to retrieve and view any
previously captured photos.
You can increase the storage capacity of the camera by using a Compact Flash Memory Card with a higher capacity. Com-
pact Flash Memory Cards are available with capacities of 4MB, 8MB, 16MB, 32MB,48MB, 64MB, 96MB and 128MB.
To install the Compact Flash Memory Card
1. Open the card slot located on the side of the camera.
2. Make sure the front of the CF card toward 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.
5. To remove the card, push the Eject button.
Card Full
When your camera’s memory is full, the Display LCD will show a “Card Full”message.
Once your camera’s memory is full, you must remove pictures from memory or remove the current Compact Flash Memory
Card and insert a new one before capturing new images. To save pictures, transfer them from the camera to your computer.
(For more detailed instructions on how to transfer captured images to your computer, see the section entitled Downloading
Pictures into your PC later in this manual.)
Turning the camera on and off
1.Insert a Compact Flash Memory Card
2.Set the camera to Record Mode.
3.Turn the camera on by sliding the power switch in the direction indicated by the arrow, and then releasing it.
--The lens will extend.
--The red Processing LED on the back of the camera lights on until the camera is ready to take pictures.
4.To turn off the camera, sliding the power switch again and releasing it.
--When the camera is turned off, the lens will automatically be retracted.
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You cannot take pictures without a memory card in the camera. Without a memory card in the camera, the camera cannot be
turned on.
Taking Pictures
The camera allows you to easily take digital photo shots. This section shows you the basic camera operation and get to know
the functions of Status LCD. The Status LCD is located on the top of the camera. It displays the current camera settings, such
as flash mode, image remaining numbers, battery indicator, self-timer, macro mode, resolution / quality.
Taking Pictures
1. Ensure the camera is ONON
ONON
ON.
2. Set the camera to RecordRecord
RecordRecord
Record Mode.
3. Using the Optical Viewfinder or the Display LCD to select your image.
4. Press Shutter buttonShutter button
Shutter buttonShutter button
Shutter button halfway down to focus on the object.
--The Processing LED will come on green and indicate locking in the auto focus and exposure.
5. Press Shutter buttonShutter button
Shutter buttonShutter button
Shutter button all the way down captures the image.
--The Processing LED will come on red and remain on until the camera has completed processing and storing the image.
--Releasing the Shutter buttonShutter button
Shutter buttonShutter button
Shutter button will clear focus so that another image may be captured.
Quick View
If the Display LCD is on and Quick View mode is enabled, a preview of the captured image is shown on the Display LCD as
soon as the image acquired. When the two seconds are over, the Display LCD will return to viewfinder mode.
If the Display LCD is off but QuickView mode is enabled, a preview of the captured image is temporarily shown on the Display
LCD for two seconds as soon as the image acquired. After the two seconds is over, the Display LCD will be automatically
turned off.
During this two seconds of preview in either case, the user will have the option, by means of an on-screen prompt, of deleting
the image just captured by pressing the OK button once processing is completed.
(For more information about QuickView, see page22.)
NOTE
ATTENTION
Using the Display LCD while taking pictures shortens the life span of your batteries. To
save battery power you can take pictures without the Display LCD. Simply turn off the
LCD Display and use the Optical Viewfinder to frame the image as you would with a
traditional camera.
Delete

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Zoom Control
This camera features two types of zooming, optical zooming (2.3X) and digital zooming (2X). Use the zoom control to adjust
the optical zoom lens from Wide Angle (38 mm) to TelePhoto (90 mm). Use the digital zooming to zoom in on an object beyond
the range provided by the optical zoom lens. To access digital zoom, LCD display is required.
Optical Zoom
1. Set the camera to RECORD MODE.
2. Pushing the Zoom ControlZoom Control
Zoom ControlZoom Control
Zoom Control to the right will move the lens towards the Telephoto position, meaning zoom in on your
subject.
3. Pushing the Zoom ControlZoom Control
Zoom ControlZoom Control
Zoom Control to the left will move the lens towards the Wide-angle position, meaning zoom away from your
subject.
Digital Zoom
1. Press LCDLCD
LCDLCD
LCD button to turn on the LCD display.
2. Press OKOK
OKOK
OK button to active 2X digital zoom
3. Adjust the zoom controlzoom control
zoom controlzoom control
zoom control for fine-tuning the framing image.
Digital zoom is disabled when the LCD Display is off.
Setting the Picture Resolution and Quality
Two different elements combine to determine the overall quality of the pictures that you take.
The first is resolution. This digital camera can take pictures at two different resolutions: 1792x1200 pixels and 896x600 pixels.
The second element is the amount of compression applied to captured images. This camera can capture at three types of
compression settings: high compression, medium compression and low compression.
The higher the resolution, the higher the image quality will be. The lower the compression, the higher the image quality will be.
Higher quality images, however, have larger image file sizes, and therefore, fewer of them can be stored on the camera at one
time.
Picture resolution and quality is set using the Resolution/Quality Button. This button is active only in RECORD mode. The
current resolution and quality settings are displayed in the Status LCD. Each time the Resolution/Quality button is pressed,
the next lower resolution/quality setting is selected, in a fixed sequence. There are six combination of resolution and quality
settings which are given in the following table:
NOTE
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Setting the Macro Mode
Pressing the Macro Mode button toggles between Normal and Macro Mode. Use the Macro mode setting to gain sharpness
and detail in pictures at close range between the objects 8cm to 40cm from the camera.
How to take Close up shots
1. Set the camera to RECORDRECORD
RECORDRECORD
RECORD MODE.
2. Press the Macro buttonMacro button
Macro buttonMacro button
Macro button once to active macro mode.
3. Press the Shutter buttonShutter button
Shutter buttonShutter button
Shutter button half way to lock the focus and exposure.
4. Press the Shutter buttonShutter button
Shutter buttonShutter button
Shutter button all the way down to take the picture.
Enabled Macro Mode will cause the flash mode forced to OFF or ON. The Macro Mode button is active only in RECORD
Mode.
Setting the Self Timer
Press the Self-Timer button once to active the self-timer. The Self-Timer creates a 10-second delay between the time you
press the Shutter button and the time the picture is taken. The 10-second delay is marked by the Self-Timer LED flashing, and
if “Beep On”is enabled (see Sound option under SETUP Mode), by beeping for the final three seconds.
The Self-Timer is automatically turned off after the picture is taken or if the camera is powered off.
The Self-Timer button is active only in RECORD Mode.
NOTE
NOTE
Overall Picture Quality
Best
Better
Good
Fine
Normal
Economy
Quality
Resolution
1792x1200
1792x1200
1792x1200
896x600
896x600
896x600