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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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  • Page 1 FCC STATEMENT This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference, and This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 2: Read This First

    The illustrations in this manual are for the purpose of explanation and may differ from the actual design of your ViviCam 8400. The manufacturer assumes no liability for any errors or discrepancies in this user manual. For user manual and driver updates, refer to the Vivitar website www.vivitar.com.,or contact your dealer. EN-2...
  • Page 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read and understand all Warnings and Cautions before using this product. Warnings If foreign objects or water have entered the camera, 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 camera has fallen or its case has been damaged, turn the power OFF and remove the batteries and the AC power adapter.
  • Page 4 Cautions Insert the batteries paying careful attention to the polarity (+ or –) of the terminals. Inserting the batteries 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.
  • Page 5 Notes on Battery Usage Do not use batteries other than those specified for use with your ViviCam 8400. Use of unsuitable batteries may result in the batteries splitting, or leaking and may cause a fire, injury, or soiling of the battery compartment.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ... 8 Package Contents... 9 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VIVICAM 8400... 10 Front View... 10 Rear View... 11 Mode Dial ... 12 LCD Monitor Information... 13 PREPARING YOUR VIVICAM 8400... 15 Installing the Batteries ... 15 Using the AC Power Adapter (Optional Accessory)...16 Inserting and Removing an SD Memory Card (Optional Accessory) ...17...
  • Page 7 PLAYBACK MODE - THE BASICS... 37 Viewing Images ... 37 Magnifying Images ... 38 Thumbnail Display ... 39 Slideshow Display ... 40 Resizing an Image ... 41 VIDEO MODE... 42 Recording Video Clips ... 42 Playing Back Video Clips ... 43 PLAYBACK MODE –...

  • Page 8: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the new ViviCam 8400! Equipped with a 8.0 Megapixels CCD sensor, your ViviCam 8400 delivers quality, 3264 x 2448 resolution images. Other features provided by the ViviCam 8400 include the following: 8.0 Megapixels A high-resolution CCD sensor provides 8.0 megapixels for excellent image quality.

  • Page 9: Package Contents

    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: ViviCam 8400 Digital Camera User’s Manual USB Cable Software CD-ROM...

  • Page 10: Getting To Know Your Vivicam 8400

    GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VIVICAM 8400 Front View 1. Shutter button 2. Flash 3. Microphone 4. Lens 5. Power button EN-10 6. Mode dial 7. Viewfinder window 8. Self-timer LED 9. PC (USB) / AV Out terminal 10. DC in 3V terminal...

  • Page 11: Rear View

    Rear View 1. Viewfinder 2. Diopter adjustment dial 3. Viewfinder LED Zoom in (telephoto) button Zoom out (wide-angle) button / Thumbnail button Playback button 6. Strap holder Arrow button (Up) Focus button Arrow button (Left) Flash button 14. Battery / SD card cover 15.

  • Page 12: Mode Dial

    Mode Dial You can select from seven modes and setup mode according to conditions to achieve the desired effect. Mode Power button Program Auto Video Setup Manual Aperture priority Shutter speed priority SCENE SCENE EN-12 Description Press to turn on/off the power. Select this mode to permit the shutter speed and aperture to be set automatically.

  • Page 13: Lcd Monitor Information

    LCD Monitor Information Camera Mode 1. Mode indication ] Program Mode [ A ] Auto Mode ] Video Mode [ M ] Manual Mode [ Av ] Aperture priority Mode [ Tv ] Shutter speed priority [SCENE]SCENE Mode 2. Image quality ] Fine ] Normal ] Economy...
  • Page 14 Video Mode 1. Video mode 2. Recordable movie time available 3. SD memory card indicator (if present) 4. Battery power indicator 5. Focus area Image Playback 1. Playback mode 2. SD memory card indicator (if present) 3. Battery power indicator 4.

  • Page 15: Installing The Batteries

    PREPARING THE VIVICAM 8400 Installing the Batteries You can use 2 AA size batteries to power the ViviCam 8400. Make sure that the power of the ViviCam 8400 is off before inserting or removing the batteries. 1. Make sure the ViviCam 8400 is turned off. 2.

  • Page 16: Using The Ac Power Adapter (Optional Accessory)

    Using the AC Power Adapter (Optional Accessory) Use of the AC power adapter is recommended if you intend to use the LCD monitor for a long time or connect the ViviCam 8400 to a PC. 1. Make sure your ViviCam 8400 is turned off. 2.

  • Page 17: Inserting And Removing An Sd Memory Card (Optional Accessory)

    Inserting and Removing an SD Memory Card (Optional Accessory) The ViviCam 8400 comes with 32MB of internal memory, allowing you to store captured still images or video clips in the ViviCam 8400. You can also expand the memory capacity by using an optional SD (Secure Digital) memory card so that you can store more files.

  • Page 18: Attaching The Camera Strap

    Attaching the Camera Strap Attach the strap as shown in the illustration. LED Indicators Indicator State LED indicator Solid red Solid green LED indicator Solid green LED indicator Blinking red Self-timer indicator Blinking green EN-18 Description/Activity The ViviCam 8400 is powering up. The ViviCam 8400 is ready to record images (or movies).

  • Page 19: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED Turning the Power On/Off Press the button until the ViviCam 8400 turns on. To turn the power off, press the Choosing the Screen Language Follow the steps below to choose the desired language. 1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your ViviCam 8400 on by pressing the button.

  • Page 20: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the Date and Time Follow the steps below to set the date display style, current date and time. 1. Rotate the mode dial to pressing the button. The [Set-up1] menu is displayed. 2. Use to select [Date & Time], then press the You may press 3.

  • Page 21: Formatting An Sd Memory Card Or Internal Memory

    Formatting an SD Memory Card or Internal Memory The term “Formatting” means preparing an “SD Memory Card” to record images; this process is also called “initialization”. This utility formats the internal memory (or memory card) and erases all stored images and data.

  • Page 22: Using The Lcd Monitor

    Using the LCD Monitor Your ViviCam 8400 is equipped with a 2.0" full color TFT LCD monitor to help you compose images, replay recorded images/video clips or adjust menu settings. The mode icons, text and numbers displayed on the monitor may vary according to the current settings. 1.

  • Page 23: Photography Mode

    PHOTOGRAPHY MODE Shooting Images - The Basics 1. Rotate the mode dial to A , P , SCENE , Tv , Av or M and turn your ViviCam 8400 on by pressing the 2. Compose the image on the monitor screen so that the main subject is within the focus frame.

  • Page 24: Setting Image Resolution And Quality

    Setting Image Resolution and Quality As you get to know the ViviCam 8400, you can set the image resolution (number of vertical and horizontal pixels) and image quality (compression ratio) based on the types of images you want to shoot. These settings affect the number of images that can be stored in memory, or on a memory card.

  • Page 25: Using The Zoom Function

    Using the Zoom Function This ViviCam 8400 is equipped with a 3x optical zoom lens allowing you to capture telephoto or wide- angle shots. By using the optical zoom function, images appear closer by pressing the smaller by pressing the button.

  • Page 26: Setting Focus

    Setting Focus Images can be captured with the focus determined automatically using auto focus. You may over-ride the auto focus and specify [ 1. Rotate the mode dial to A , P , SCENE , Tv , Av or M. 2.

  • Page 27: Using The Flash

    Using the Flash The flash is designed to function automatically when lighting conditions warrant the use of flash. The ViviCam 8400 has four flash modes: Auto Flash (default), Red Eye Reduction, Forced Flash and No Flash. You can record an image using a flash mode that best suits your requirements. 1.

  • Page 28: Using The Self-Timer

    Using the Self-Timer The self-timer can be used in situations such as group shots. When using this option, you should either mount the ViviCam 8400 on a tripod (recommended) or rest it on a flat, level surface. 1. Secure the ViviCam 8400 to a tripod or place it on a stable surface. 2.

  • Page 29: Adjusting The Exposure (Ev Compensation) / Backlight Correction

    Adjusting the Exposure (EV Compensation) You can manually adjust the exposure determined by the ViviCam 8400. Use this mode when the proper exposure cannot be obtained, for example, when the contrast (difference between light and dark) between the subject and the background is extremely large. The EV compensation can be adjusted over a range of –2.0EV to +2.0EV.

  • Page 30: Setting White Balance

    Setting White Balance This feature lets you make adjustments to compensate for different lighting types according to your shooting conditions. 1. Rotate the mode dial to P , SCENE , Tv , Av or M. 2. Press the button to turn on the power. 3.

  • Page 31: Using The Mode Dial

    USING THE MODE DIAL Simple Mode [ A ] A (Auto) mode is the simplest way which allows you to take still pictures without having to set special functions or manual adjustments. The ViviCam 8400 sets the optimal focusing and exposure. 1.

  • Page 32: [Tv] Shutter Speed Priority Photography Mode

    Shutter Speed Priority Mode [ Tv ] If you set a fast shutter speed, you can capture images of moving subjects that look as if they are still. If you set a slow shutter speed, you can capture images that give the impression that the subject is in motion. 1.

  • Page 33: [M] Manual Mode

    Manual Mode [ M ] In manual mode, the aperture value and the shutter speed can be varied individually. This can be useful compensating for tricky lighting conditions, for getting creative results or for capturing night-time scenes. 1. Rotate the mode dial to M and turn your ViviCam 8400 on by pressing the button.

  • Page 34: Advanced Shooting

    ADVANCED SHOOTING Burst This mode is used for continuous shooting. Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter release button is pressed. 1. Rotate the mode dial to A , P , SCENE , Tv , Av or M and turn your ViviCam 8400 on by pressing the In A (Auto) Mode, press 2.

  • Page 35: Auto Exposure Bracketing (Aeb)

    Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB) In this mode, the ViviCam 8400 automatically varies the exposure within a set range to take three shots after you press the shutter button once. AEB settings can be combined with exposure compensation settings to extend the adjustment range. 1.

  • Page 36: Selecting The Metering Mode

    Selecting the Metering Mode You can select the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposure. 1. Rotate the mode dial to P , SCENE , Tv , Av or M and turn your ViviCam 8400 on by pressing the 2.

  • Page 37: Playback Mode - The Basics

    PLAYBACK MODE - THE BASICS Viewing Images You can display the still images you have just captured. 1. Press the button to turn on the ViviCam 8400. 2. Press the (Playback) button. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. 3.

  • Page 38: Magnifying Images

    Magnifying Images While reviewing your images, you may enlarge a selected portion of an image. This magnification allows you to view fine details. The zoom factor displayed on the screen shows the current magnification ratio. 1. Press the (Playback) button. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 39: Thumbnail Display

    Thumbnail Display This function allows you to view 9 thumbnail images on the LCD monitor simultaneously so you may search for a particular image. 1. Press the (Playback) button. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. 2. Press the button once.

  • Page 40: Slideshow Display

    Slideshow Display The slide show function enables you to play your images back automatically in sequential order. This is very useful for reviewing recorded images and for presentations. 1. Press the (Playback) button. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. 2.

  • Page 41: Resizing An Image

    Resizing an Image You can change the image size of a captured image to one of the following sizes: 2848 x 2136 pixel, 2272 x 1704 pixel, 1600 x 1200 pixel and 640 x 480 pixel. 1. Press the (Playback) button. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 42: Video Mode

    VIDEO MODE Recording Video Clips This mode allows you to record video clips with sound using the built-in microphone. 1. Rotate the mode dial to on by pressing the button. 2. Press the shutter button to start recording. 3. To stop recording, press the shutter button again. The zoom function of optical zoom (3x) can be activated before you start to record video clips.

  • Page 43: Playing Back Video Clips

    Playing Back Video Clips You can play back recorded video clips. A guide to operation appears on the LCD monitor during the video playback. 1. Press the (Playback) button. 2. Use to go through the images until the video clip you want to play back is displayed.

  • Page 44: Playback Mode - Advanced Features

    PLAYBACK MODE – ADVANCED FEATURES Playing Back Still Images/Video Clips on TV You can also playback your images on a TV screen. Before connecting to any device, make sure to select NTSC/PAL system to match the video output system of the video equipment you are going to connect to the ViviCam 8400, then turn all devices off.

  • Page 45: Deleting Images/Video Clips

    Deleting Images/Video Clips Use this function to delete one or all images/video clips stored in the internal memory or memory card. Please note that the deleted images or video clips cannot be recovered. Exercise caution before deleting a file. 1. Rotate the mode dial to A , P , SCENE , Tv , Av , M or your ViviCam 8400 on by pressing the 2.

  • Page 46: Protecting Images/Video Clips

    Protecting Images/Video Clips Sets the data to read-only to prevent images from being erased by mistake. 1. Press the (Playback) button. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. 2. In (Playback) mode, use To view the previous image, press the To view the next image, press the 3.

  • Page 47: Connecting To A Pictbridge Compliant Printer

    Connecting to a PictBridge Compliant Printer Even if you do not have a computer, you can connect the camera directly to a printer that supports PictBridge to perform image selection and printing using the camera monitor screen and controls. You may also specify which images you want to print and how many copies of each should be printed.
  • Page 48 Step Figure Procedure Print Paper Standard Size button to confirm. Borderless Standard [Size]: Cancel Select : Set : [Borderless]: [Cancel]: more detailed settings. * The [Print Info] screen is displayed. Print : Select : Set : Cancel : Print Info Quantity * After the print settings finished, the printer icon will be displayed as With...
  • Page 49 Step Figure Procedure Print Print * The “Transferring” screen is displayed. Cancel Total: 2 Select : Set : This starts printing and displays the message “Transferring” on the monitor screen. The message will disappear after the printing is finished. T r a n s f e r r i n g Cancel : * To cancel printing: Print...

  • Page 50: Transferring Files From Vivicam 8400 To

    TRANSFERRING FILES FROM YOUR VIVICAM 8400 TO YOUR COMPUTER After using the USB cable to establish a connection between the ViviCam 8400 and your computer, you can use your computer to share recorded images or video clips with your family or friends via e-mail or post them on the Web.

  • Page 51: Step 1: Install The Usb Driver

    Step 1: Install the USB driver Installation on Windows 98 & 98SE The USB driver on the supplied CD-ROM is exclusively for Windows 98 and 98SE. Windows 2000/ME/XP users need not install the USB driver. 1. Insert the enclosed CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. 2.

  • Page 52: Step 2: Connect The Vivicam 8400 To Your Computer

    Step 2: Connect the ViviCam 8400 to your computer 1. Rotate the mode dial to pressing the button. 2. Press to select the [Set-up2] menu, then use Mode]. 3. Use to select [PC], then press the 4. Connect one end of the USB cable to an available USB port on your computer.

  • Page 53: Step 3: Download Images Or Video Clips

    Step 3: Download images or video clips When the ViviCam 8400 is turned on and connected to your computer, it is considered to be a disk drive, just like a floppy disk or CD. You can download (transfer) images by copying them from the “Removable disk”...

  • Page 54: Editing Software Installation

    EDITING SOFTWARE INSTALLATION Installing Photo Explorer Ulead Photo Explorer provides a simple and efficient way to transfer, browse, modify and distribute ® digital media. Acquire photos, video or sound clips from various digital device types and easily browse or add personal descriptions; make timely modifications; or distribute the media through the medium of your choice: E-mail, Print, Slideshow Presentations.

  • Page 55: Installing Photo Express

    Installing Photo Express Ulead Photo Express is complete photo project software for digital images. The step-by-step workflow, ® visual program interface, and in-program help assist users in creating exciting photo projects. Acquire digital photos effortlessly from ViviCam 8400 or scanners. Organize them conveniently with the Visual Browse mode.

  • Page 56: Installing Adobe Acrobat Reader

    INSTALLING ADOBE ACROBAT READER The CD-ROM includes a PDF (portable document format) copy of the user’s manual. To view a PDF you must have Adobe Acrobat Reader installed in your computer. Adobe Acrobat Reader is included on the ViviCam 8400 CD ROM. Using Adobe Acrobat Reader, you can read the user’s manual and print sections of interest.

  • Page 57: User Manual

    User Manual on the CD-ROM is that you have Acrobat Reader (Adobe Reader) installed on your computer. Updates to this manual, and versions in other languages may be found on the Vivitar website (www.vivitar.com). 1. Insert the CD-ROM that came with the ViviCam 8400 into the CD-ROM drive.

  • Page 58: Menu Options

    MENU OPTIONS Camera Menu This menu is for the basic settings to be used when capturing still images. Mode1 Auto Image Size Image Size Quality Quality Capture Mode W W .Balance .Balance Set : Exit : 1 / 3 Set : 1.

  • Page 59: Menu Options

    Item Functional Description Capture Sets the recording method at the time of taking pictures. Mode Single Burst In P , SCENE , Tv , Av or M Mode Mode1 Item Functional Description Image Size Refer to “Camera Menu - In A (Auto) Mode” in LIST OF MENU OPTIONS.
  • Page 60 Mode1 Item Mode2 Item Metering Capture Mode Digital Zoom EN-60 Functional Description Sets the sensitivity for taking pictures. When the sensitivity is raised (and the ISO figure is increased), photography will become possible even in dark locations, but the more pixilated (grainer) the image will appear.
  • Page 61 Mode3 Item Functional Description Color Sets the color of the image that will be captured. Sharpness Sets the level of image sharpness. Saturation To capture an image, your ViviCam 8400 offers you three different degrees of color to match with your preference. Your images will show different effects by changing the degrees of color.

  • Page 62: Video Menu

    Video Menu This menu is for the basic settings to be used when recording video clips. Video Color Digital Zoom Set : Exit : 1 / 2 1. Rotate the mode dial to 2. Press , then use 3. Use to select the desired setting, and press the 4.

  • Page 63: Playback Menu

    Playback Menu In the (Playback) menu, you can choose the settings to be used for playback. Playback1 Playback2 Playback1 Slide Show SLIDE SHOW Protect Quality Change COPY Set : Exit : 1 / 2 Set : 1. Press the (Playback) button. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor.
  • Page 64 [Playback2] settings Item Functional Description Resize Changes the size of a recorded image. Resizing replaces the original image with the changed image. Only resizing to the smaller size is available. 2848 x 2136 2272x1704 1600x1200 640x480 Quality Change Change the quality (compression rate) of a recorded image. Compresses images down to half of their size or more, overwrites an old size image with a newly compressed image.

  • Page 65: Setup Menu

    Setup Menu This feature allows you to choose your ViviCam 8400‘s default settings. Set-up1 Set-up2 Set-up3 Set-up2 Set-up1 Format USB Mode NTSC Beeper Louder Date & Time m/d/y LCD Brightness Y/M/D Language English Auto Shut Down Set : Set : 1 / 4 1.
  • Page 66 [Set-up2] settings Item Functional Description USB Mode Selects to choose one of the following modes for further settings. * PC / PictBridge Sets video output of the ViviCam 8400 for matching the video output system of NTSC the equipment that you are going to connect to the ViviCam 8400. * PAL / NTSC LCD Brightness This sets the brightness of the LCD monitor.

  • Page 67: Connecting The Vivicam 8400 To Other Devices

    CONNECTING THE VIVICAM 8400 TO OTHER DEVICES EN-67...

  • Page 68: Vivicam 8400 Specifications

    VIVICAM 8400 SPECIFICATIONS Item Description Image Sensor Effective pixels 8.0 Mega pixels Image size Still image: 3264 x 2448, 2272 x 1704, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480 Video clip: 640 x 480 Image quality Still image: Fine, Normal, Economy Movie image: Economy Recording media 32MB internal memory...

  • Page 69: Appendix

    APPENDIX Troubleshooting Guide Symptom Possible causes batteries are depleted * The The camera does not batteries are power on. * The * The battery cover is not closed properly. * The AC power adapter (optional) is disconnected. * The function of Auto Shut Down in ViviCam 8400 (Setup) mode has been activated.
  • Page 70 Possible Number of Recordable Images The frame counter indicates the approximate number of images that can be stored on the SD memory card. The number of recordable images may vary depending on the recorded subject, the capacity of the memory card, there are files other than images or when the recording is made while switching the picture quality or resolution.

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