Vivitar Vivicam 40 User manual

Model:
B

1. General Precautions ................................................... 2
2. Introduction .................................................................3
3. Functions and Features ............................................. 5
4. Image Capture.............................................................. 9
5. Installing the Driver and Utility Software................. 13
6. Transferring Images To Your Computer .................. 16
7. PC/Web Camera Functionality .................................. 17
B Version -5 Aug 2003
INDEX

1. General Precautions
Follow these guidelines when using your camera:
nKeep camera away from high temperatures, excessive
humidity, direct sunlight, dust, or excessive vibration.
nDo not use camera outdoors if it is raining or snowing.
n
If the lens or viewfinder become dirty, clean with a lens brush
or soft, clean cloth. Never touch the lens with your fingers.
nIf water or a foreign substance getsin the camera, turn the
camera off immediately and remove the batteries.
nDo not open the camera case or attempt your own repairs.
High-voltage internal components may create
risk of electrical
shock or fire.
n
Do not open the battery compartment when the camera is on.
nTransfer important images to your computer as soon as
possible to avoid losing image data.
nBe sure to replace new batteries within two (2) minutes to
avoid losing image data from SDRAM memory.
nThere is a very slight current-drain on the batteries at all
times which keeps the memory active. If you are not going to
use your camera for an extended period (i.e. a week) be sure to
download your images to your PC and also remove the
batteries to avoid possible power drain and image loss.
nWARNING:
Handling the USB cables on this product may
exp
ose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California
to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash
hands after handling.

2.
lntroduction
2.1 Specifications
nResolution:
Digital Camera mode: 640 x 480 (VGA), 320 x 240 (CIF)
PC Camera mode: 640 x 480. 320 x 240, 160 x 120
nRange of Focus: Standard mode: 3 feet to infinity, Macro
mode : 10 to 12 inches
n24 bit full color
nInternal Memory: 8MB SDRAM
n
Storage capacity: Approximately 50 VGA, or 160 CIF images,
or two minute movie (or combinations thereof)
nFile Formats: JPG for still images, AVI for movies
nFlash (Strobe): lnternal
nFlash modes: Automatic, Off
nSelf-timer: 10 seconds
nPower: Two (2) AA alkaline batteries
nComputer Interface: USB
nAutomatic Power-Off: Automatically turns po
wer off if inactive
for approximately 60 seconds.

2.2 Accessories
1. Camera Cradle
2. Two AA alkaline batteries
3. Camera hand strap
4. Camera driver and utility software CD
5. USB cable
6. Camera pouch
7. User Manual/Quickstart Guide

3.
Funct
ions and Features
3.1 General Guide
Front
Back

3.2 LCD Panel lndicator
Image Counter
n:Total number of Images you have captured
Video Capture
n: AVI video recording at 320 x 240
Still -lmage Resolution
n: 640 x 480 pixels (default setting)
n: 320 x 240 pixels
3
1
2

Shooting Environment
n: Outdoor 1 (Cloudy, default setting)
n: Outdoor 2 (Sunny)
n: lndoor 1 (Bright)
n: lndoor 2 (Dark)
Memory Full
n: Memory full icon
Flash Mode
n: Automatic mode
n: Flash Off (default setting, no icon display)
Delete Image(s)
n: Delete all images and movies
n: Delete the last image or movie
4
5
7
6

Self-timer
:
Self-timer mode
Low-Battery Warning
n: This icon will appear, blinking. Camera beeps,
indicating low battery power.
?lmportant Note about Changing Batteries:
The camera will stop shooting and power off
automatically. Please replace the batteries right away.
You must complete the battery change within two (2)
minutes to avoid the loss of your images and movies.
3.3 Camera Function Selection
nPress Mode button to select the function you desire.
The function icon on the LCD panel will blink. Press
Select button until you hear two confirmation beeps.
nFunctions appear on the LCD in the following order :
8
9

4.
Capturing
Images
4.1 Turning Camera Power On & Off
nPower on: Press Power button,camera will beep.
nPower off: Press Power button again, camera will
beep. (Note : t
he camera will automatically turn off if inactive
for approximately 60 seconds.)
4.2 Capturing Images
nSelect focus mode (slide-switch on left of camera body)
: Normal mode (3 feet to infinity)
: Macro mode for taking close-up images at 10 to 12
inches. Note :
The Macro mode LED will light when switched
to macro mode.
nPress Shutter button to capture an image. C
amera will
beep.
nLCD Panel will indicate:
: Number of Images you have taken.
: When memory is full, the icon will blink and the
camera will beep continuously.