Vivitar ViviCam 3765 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
3 Mega Pixel Digital Camera
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

About this Manual
This manual makes using the ViviCam 3765 Camera as
easy as possible. Information in this manual has been
checked for accuracy; however, the information is
subject to change without notice.
Copyright
(c) Copyright 2004 Vivitar Corporation
This document contains proprietary information
protected by copyright. All rights are reserved.
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 – Getting Started .............................................................. 1
Safety Information .................................................................. 2
Included Components .......................................................... 4
Camera Overview.................................................................. 5
Front View................................................................... 5
Back View................................................................... 7
Bottom View............................................................. 10
Inserting a Memory Card .................................................... 11
Installing the Batteries .......................................................... 13
Selecting a Language ......................................................... 15
Setting the Time and Date .................................................. 17
Chapter 2 - Capturing Images ........................................................ 21
Preparing the Camera ........................................................ 21
Selecting the Camera Mode ............................................. 22
Framing the Shot................................................................... 22
Zooming and Shooting ........................................................ 23
Turning off the Camera ....................................................... 23
Chapter 3 - Reviewing Your Images ............................................... 24
Switching to Playback Mode ............................................. 24
Full-Screen Review .................................................. 24
Thumbnail Review ................................................... 25
Chapter 4 - Connecting to a Computer ....................................... 26
Installing Software................................................................. 28
Transferring Images to your Computer ............................. 31
PC/web Camera mode ...................................................... 31

Chapter 5 - Mode / Operation Guide............................................ 33
(Still-Image) Capture Mode................................................ 33
Movie Mode .......................................................................... 34
Preset Modes......................................................................... 35
Landscape ............................................................... 35
Portrait....................................................................... 36
Night Scene.............................................................. 36
Self-Timer................................................................... 36
Macro........................................................................ 37
Playback Mode .................................................................... 37
Setup Mode........................................................................... 38
Delete All .................................................................. 39
Format....................................................................... 39
Quality....................................................................... 40
Buzzer ........................................................................ 41
Date/Time................................................................. 41
Memory Type ........................................................... 42
Language................................................................. 43
Video Out ................................................................. 43
ISO.............................................................................. 44
Welcome Screen..................................................... 44
PC/Web Camera Mode...................................................... 45
Chapter 6 - the LCD Display ............................................................ 46
LCD Icon Descriptions.......................................................... 47
Appendix 1 – Button Function Guide ............................................. 49
Appendix 2 – Troubleshooting Guide ............................................. 50

Chapter 1 – Getting Started
This chapter provides an overview of the features of the
Vivicam 3675 camera overview and instructions on getting
started.
V3765 Features:
• 3x Optical Zoom, 4x Digital Zoom
• Autofocus lens with macro function
• Native resolution of 2048 x 1472
• Interpolated resolution up to 2496 x 2016
• Color LCD viewfinder screen
• Optical viewfinder
• 16 MB Internal memory (14 MB available for image
storage)
• Uses Secure Digital (SD) or MMC memory cards (not
included) for memory expansion (up to 256 MB)
• Movie Clip Recording capability, with audio
• USB 1.1 interface (Mass-storage class)
• Automatic exposure with user-defined exposure
capability
• Four-mode integral Flash
• Automatic White Balance with Preset Modes
• 10-second Timer mode
• Full screen or Thumbnail image review

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Safety Information
• Do not look at the sun through the viewfinder. Viewing the sun or
other strong light source through the viewfinder could cause
permanent visual impairment.
• Do not disassemble the camera. Touching the internal parts could
result in injury. In the event of a malfunction take the product to
an authorized service center for inspection.
• Avoid contact with liquid crystal. Should the LCD display break,
care should be taken to avoid injury due to broken glass. Prevent
the liquid from touching the skin, eyes, or mouth.
• Observe proper precautions when handling batteries. The camera
uses only size AA batteries. Batteries may leak or explode if
handled improperly. Remove the batteries from the camera if you
are going to store the camera for an extended period of time.
Ensure the camera is turned off before inserting or removing
batteries. Do not expose batteries to flame or excessive heat.
Discontinue use immediately if you notice any changes in the
battery such as discoloration, deformation or leakage.
• Observe caution when operating the flash. Do not use the flash
close to anyone's eyes. This can cause temporary damage to
eyesight. Particular care should be observed when imaging
infants - keep the flash at a distance of at least 1 meter from
infants' eyes.
• WARNING: Handling the USB and Video cables 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.
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Safety Information
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:
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.
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Included Components
The V3765 digital camera typically comes equipped with the
following components. Check to make sure all items are
included.
Note, however, that included accessories and components will vary, as
specified by different retailers. Check with your retailer for specifics.
1. User's Manual 5. Quick Reference Guide
2. Soft Carrying Case 6. V3765 Digital Camera
3. Two (2) AA Alkaline Batteries 7. Installation CD-ROM
4. Video Cable 8. USB Cable
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Camera Overview
Camera Overview
The front, rear, and bottom views of the camera are shown
on the following pages. Take a moment to review these
illustrations to familiarize your self with the terms used in this
manual.
Front View
1. Shutter Button: Press this button to capture images,
or to select menu options.
2. Integral Flash: The flash allows the camera to
capture images in low light conditions and can
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also be used in bright conditions to fill unwanted
shadows.
3. Self-Timer LED: When the Self-Timer option is
selected this LED blinks for ten seconds after the
Shutter Button is pressed. At the end of the ten-
second countdown the camera captures an
image.
4. Light Sensor: Light measurements are made with
this sensor. The camera detects the ambient light
level and determines whether or not the flash
should fire. Be careful not to block this sensor while
capturing images.
5. Viewfinder: The viewfinder helps you frame an
image. The actual image, however, is captured
with the lens and not the viewfinder. For macro
shots (close ups) use the LCD display for framing
accuracy.
6. Lens: The lens focuses light onto the image sensor.
For the optimal image quality, care should be
taken to ensure that the lens remains free of dust,
fingerprints, and scratches.
7. Microphone: Records audio when you use the
camera for capturing movie clips.
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Rear View
1. Status LED: This LED will flash orange when the
camera is powered-on, or while the camera is
processing an image. When the camera is again
ready to capture an image or accept user
commands, the LED will be solid green.
2. Optical Viewfinder: The optical viewfinder is used
to frame your images. The optical viewfinder is
essential for conditions of extreme brightness or
darkness. The actual image is captured through
the lens and not the viewfinder.
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3. Power Button: Press this button to turn on the
camera. Press it again to turn the camera off.
4. WB/Delete: In capture mode press this button
to cycle through White Balance presets. In
playback mode use this button to delete images.
5. Strobe / Copy: In capture mode this button
sets the flash mode. In playback mode, it copies
images from internal camera memory to an
SD/MMC Card (if present.)
6. Zoom Out Key: In capture mode, press this
key to zoom out. In playback mode if pressed
repeatedly it switches between thumbnail
and full-screen views. If zooming in on an image
during Playback, pressing this key zooms back out
again.
7. Zoom In Key: In capture mode, press this key
to zoom in on your subject. In Playback mode, use
this key to zoom in on an image.
8. Shutter Button: Press this button to capture a
digital image. When navigating the camera's
options menus, use it to select menu items.
9. Power Jack: Use this plug if using an AC Adapter
or an external power source. (Not included)
10. Video Out Jack: Connect the video cable here
(and the other end to your television set) to use
the camera as a digital video camera or to
playback your images on a TV.
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Camera Overview
11. USB Port: The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is
used to connect the camera to a computer for
transferring images. The USB port also enables PC
users to use the camera as a PC/web Camera.
12. Hand Strap Loop: Attach the hand strap to this
loop for ease of carrying.
13. Mode Dial: Rotate to select the camera mode:
Movie, Preset, Capture, Playback, Setup, or
PC/web Camera.
14. Down Button: Used to move down through
menus and to cycle to the next during image
Playback.
15. Up Button: Used to move up through menus
and to cycle to the previous image during image
Playback.
16. Display Button: Press to cycle through the
various display options: LCD, backlight and status
information; LCD and backlight; LCD off;
histogram.
17. LCD Display: You may use the LCD display to
preview and frame your images. Always use the
LCD display for framing macro shots. In conditions
of extreme brightness or darkness use the optical
viewfinder. While in the Setup menu, use the LCD
to view messages and configure the camera.
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Bottom View
1. Tripod Socket: Attaches the camera to a
common tripod using the popular ¼-20 thread.
(Tripod not included.) Use a tripod to hold the
camera steady, especially for low light night
images.
2. Battery / Memory Card Cover: Opens to allow
access to the battery chamber and memory card
slot.
3. Memory Card Slot: Holds an optional SD or MMC
memory card to store images. For more
information on memory cards refer to other
sections of this manual including “Memory Type”
4. Battery Chamber: Requires two AA alkaline
batteries. You may also use AA NiMH
rechargeable batteries.
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Inserting a Memory Card
Inserting a Memory Card
To insert a memory card:
1. Turn off the camera.
2. Open the battery / memory card compartment
by pressing the cover and sliding in the direction
of the arrow as shown.
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3. Insert the memory card with circuitry (pins) first.
The notched corner of the memory card points
towards the camera lens. The manufacturers
label on the memory card will face the front (lens
side) of the camera.
Notch
4. Close the battery / memory card cover.
Note: The maximum usable memory card for the
3765 camera is 256 MB
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Installing the Batteries
Installing the Batteries
To install or replace the batteries:
1. Turn off the camera.
2. Open the battery compartment on the bottom of
the camera by pressing the cover and sliding in
the direction of the arrow as shown.
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3. Insert batteries into the chamber making sure that
the positive and negative ends are properly
oriented, as indicated by the battery icons in the
compartment.
4. Close the battery cover.
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Selecting a Language
Selecting a Language
The 3765 camera can display text and messages in
English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Japanese and
Simplified Chinese.
To select a different language:
1. Rotate the Mode Dial to Setup mode .
2. Turn the camera on.
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3. Use the Down button to select Language and
then press the Display button .
4. Use the Up and Down buttons / to select the
language you wish to use.
5. Press the Display button to set the language.
The Setup Menu returns.
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