Vivitar Vivicam 3945s User manual

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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:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
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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Trademark Information
Microsoft®and Windows®are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation.
Pentium®is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.
Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
SDTM is a trademark.
Photo Explorer and Photo Express are trademarks.
Other names and products may be trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective owners.
Product Information
Product design and specifications are subject to change without notice. This
includes primary product specifications, software, software drivers, and user’s
manual. This User Manual is a general reference guide for the product.
The product and accessories that come with your digital still ViviCam 3945s
may be different from those described in this manual. This is due to the fact
that different retailers often specify slightly different product inclusions and
accessories to suit their market requirements, customer demographics, and
geographical preferences. Products very often vary between retailers
especially with accessories such as batteries, chargers, AC power adapters,
memory cards, cables, carrying cases/pouches, and language support.
Occasionally a retailer will specify a unique product color, appearance, and
internal memory capacity. Contact your dealer for precise product definition
and included accessories.
The illustrations in this manual are for the purpose of explanation and may
differ from the actual design of your digital still ViviCam 3945s.
The manufacturer assumes no liability for any errors or discrepancies in this
user manual.
For user manual and driver updates, refer to our website www.vivitar.com.
or contact your dealer.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read and understand all Warnings and Cautions before using this product.
Warning
If foreign objects or water have entered the ViviCam 3945s, turn
the power OFF and remove the batteries and the AC power adapter.
Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock. Consult
the store of purchase.
If the ViviCam 3945s has fallen or its case has been damaged, turn
the power OFF and remove the batteries and the AC power adapter.
Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock. Consult
the store of purchase.
Do not disassemble, change or repair the ViviCam 3945s.
This might cause fire or electric shock. For repair or internal inspection,
ask the store of purchase.
Use the supplied AC power adapter only with the indicated power
supply voltage.
Use with any other power supply voltage might cause fire or electric
shock.
Do not use the ViviCam 3945s in areas near water.
This might cause fire or electric shock. Take special care during rain,
snow, on the beach, or near the shore.
Do not place the ViviCam 3945s on inclined or unstable surfaces.
This might cause the ViviCam 3945s to fall or tilt over, causing injury.
Keep the battery out of the reach of children.
Swallowing battery might cause poisoning. If the battery is accidentally
swallowed, immediately consult a physician.
Do not use the ViviCam 3945s while you are walking, driving or
riding a vehicle.
This might cause you to fall over or result in traffic accident.
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 hands after handling.

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Caution
Insert the battery paying careful attention to the polarity (+ or –) of
the terminals.
Inserting the battery with its polarities inverted might cause fire and
injury, or damage to the surrounding areas due to the battery rupturing
or leaking.
Do not fire the flash close to anyone’s eyes.
This might cause damage to the person’s eyesight.
Do not subject the LCD monitor to impact.
This might damage the glass on the screen or cause the internal fluid
to leak. If the internal fluid enters your eyes or comes into contact with
your body or clothes, rinse with fresh water. If the internal fluid has
entered your eyes, consult a physician to receive treatment.
ViviCam 3945s is a precision instrument. Do not drop it, strike it or
use excessive force when handling the ViviCam 3945s.
This might cause damage to the ViviCam 3945s.
Do not use the ViviCam 3945s in humid, steamy, smoky, or dusty
places.
This might cause fire or electric shock.
Do not remove the battery immediately after long period of
continuous use.
The battery becomes hot during use. Touching a hot battery might
cause burns.
Do not wrap the ViviCam 3945s or place it in cloth or blankets.
This might cause heat to build up and deform the case, resulting in
fire. Use the ViviCam 3945s in a well-ventilated place.
Do not leave the ViviCam 3945s in places where the temperature
may rise significantly, such as inside a car.
This might adversely affect the case or the parts inside, resulting in
fire.
Before you move the ViviCam 3945s, disconnect cords and cables.
Failure to do this might damage cords and cables, resulting in fire and
electric shock.

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Notes on Battery Usage
When you use the battery, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety
Instructions and the notes described below:
Different battery types and surrounding temperatures may affect the battery
performance.
Avoid using batteries in extremely cold environments as low temperatures
can shorten the battery life and reduce ViviCam 3945s performance.
Using the new rechargeable battery or rechargeable battery that has not
been used for an extended period of time (the battery that passed the expiry
date is an exception) might affect the number of pictures that can be taken.
Therefore, to maximize its performance and lifetime, we recommend that you
fully charge the battery and discharge it for at least one complete cycle
before use.
The battery may feel warm after long period of continuous use of the ViviCam
3945s or the flash. This is normal and not a malfunction.
The ViviCam 3945s may feel warm after long period of continuous use. This
is normal and not a malfunction.
If the battery is not to be used for a long period of time, remove it from the
ViviCam 3945s to prevent leakage or corrosion.
If the battery is not to be used for a long period of time, store it after no
battery power left. If the battery is stored for a long time in a fully charged
state, its performance may be impaired.
Always ensure that the battery terminals are clean.
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.

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CONTENTS
8 INTRODUCTION
8 Overview
9 Package Contents
10 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VIVICAM 3945S
10 Front View
11 Rear View
12 LCD Monitor Information
14 LED Indicators
15 PREPARING THE VIVICAM 3945S
15 Installing the Battery (Optional Accessory)
16 Charging the Battery
17 Using an AC Power Adapter (Optional Accessory)
17 Attaching the ViviCam 3945s Strap
18 Inserting and Removing an SD Memory Card (Optional Accessory)
19 GETTING STARTED
19 Turning the Power On/Off
20 Setting the Date and Time
21 Choosing the Screen Language
22 Formatting an SD Memory Card or Internal Memory
23 Setting Image Resolution and Quality
25 CAPTURE MODE
25 Capturing Images
26 Setting the Scene Mode
28 Using the Optical Zoom
29 Using the Digital Zoom
30 Using the Flash
32 Using the Self-Timer
33 Adjusting the Exposure
34 Setting the White Balance
35 ADVANCED CAPTURE
35 Continuous Capture
36 Auto-Exposure Bracketing (AEB)
37 Adjusting White Balance Manually
38 PLAYBACK MODE - THE BASICS
38 Viewing Images
39 Magnifying Images
40 Thumbnail Display (Index Playback)
41 Slideshow Display
41 Resizing an Image

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42 MOVIE MODE
42 Recording Video Clips
43 Playing Back Video Clips
44 PLAYBACK MODE - ADVANCED FUNCTIONS
44 Playing Back Images/Video Clips on TV
45 Deleting Images/Video Clips
46 Protecting Images/Video Clips
47 Changing the ViviCam 3945s Startup Screen
48 AUDIO MODE
48 Recording Voice Files
48 Playing Back a Voice File
49 Deleting a Voice File
50 TRANSFERRING FILES FROM YOUR DIGITAL STILL VIVICAM 3945S TO COM-
PUTER
51 Step 1: Installing the USB driver
52 Step 2: Connecting the digital still ViviCam 3945s to your computer
53 Step 3: Downloading images, videos or voice files
54 EDITING SOFTWARE INSTALLATION
54 Installing Photo Explorer
55 Installing Photo Express
56 INSTALLINGACROBAT READER
57 USER’S MANUAL ON CD-ROM
58 MENU OPTIONS
58 Capture Menu
61 Movie Menu
62 Play Menu
64 Setup Menu (In Capture and Movie Modes)
65 Setup Menu (In Playback Mode)
66 CONNECTING YOUR VIVICAM 3945S TO OTHER DEVICES
67 SPECIFICATIONS
68 TROUBLESHOOTING

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INTRODUCTION
Overview
Congratulations on your purchase of the new digital still ViviCam 3945s.
Capturing high-quality digital images is fast and easy with this state-of-the-art smart
ViviCam 3945s. Equipped with a 5.2 Mega pixel CCD, this ViviCam 3945s is capable
of capturing images with a resolution of up to 2560 x 1920 pixels.
2.5” LTPS color LCD monitor
The LCD monitor makes it easy to
frame your subject when capturing
images. It also displays the images
you have captured.
Optical zoom
The 3x optical zoom lens allows
you to capture telephoto and wide-
angle images.
Digital zoom
4x digital zoom in conjunction with
the 3x optical zoom permit zoom
photography of up to 12 times.
Captured images may be reviewed
and a selected portion of an image
may be enlarged up to 8x.
Automatic flash
An auto-flash sensor automatically
detects the shooting (lighting)
conditions and determines
whether the flash should be used.
9MB internal (built-in) memory
You may capture and store
images without the immediate
need for an additional memory
card.
SD memory card support
You may wish to expand the
memory capacity (up to 512MB
capacity) by using a Secure Digital
(SD) memory card.
USB connection (USB 2.0
compliant)
Still images, video clips, or voice
files that you have recorded can
be downloaded to your computer
using the USB cable (A USB driver
is required for Win 98).
Other features provided by the ViviCam 3945s include the following:

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Package Contents
Carefully unpack your kit box and ensure that you have the following items. In
the event that any item is missing or if you find any mismatch or damage,
promptly contact your dealer.
Common Product Components:
Digital Still ViviCam 3945s
User’s Manual
USB Cable
Software CD-ROM
AV Cable
Common (Optional) Accessories:
SD Memory Card
AC Power Adapter
Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery (650mAh)
Battery Charger
Accessories and components may vary by retailer.
Conversion adapter
ViviCam 3945s Strap
ViviCam 3945s Pouch

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VIVICAM 3945S
Front View
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1. Shutter button
2. POWER Power button
3. Flash
4. Mode switch
Capture mode
Movie mode
Playback mode
5. Self-timer LED (AF auxiliary light)
6. Speaker
7. Lens
8. Conversion adapter terminal
9. Microphone