Argus DC1540 User Manual

Argus digital camera user's manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Welcome------------------------------------------------------------------------------2. Getting Started---------------------------------------------------------------------- 3. Contents of package ------------------------------------------------------------------- 3. System Requirements ------------------------------------------------------------------3. DC1540 Features------- -----------------------------------------------------------------3. LCD Screen Features------- ----------------------------------------------------------- 4. III. Powering Up--------------------------------------------------------------------------7. Battery Installation Turning camera ON/OFF Sleep Mode IV. Taking Pictures-----------------------------------------------------------------------8. Install Arcsoft Programs and Camera Drivers--------------------------------9.
  • Page 3: Welcome

    I. Welcome Thank you for choosing Argus Camera to pursue your digital adventures. Whether you are creating memories of your friends and family or exploring the great outdoors, since 1936 Argus Camera has been there, sharpening your images with leading edge technology.
  • Page 4: Getting Started

    II. Getting Started DC1540 Package Contents: .DC1540 digital camera .Installation CD (including camera drivers, Arcsoft software and User’s Manual) .QOG- Quick Operation Guide .USB cable .2-AAA Batteries System Requirements . Personal computer, laptop, desktop, or IBM compatible with Pentium 166 MHz minimum, and with an active USB (universal serial bus) port.
  • Page 5: Lcd Screen Features

    LCD Screen Mode Features The DC1540 has eight modes that appear in the following sequence:...
  • Page 6 Self-Timer Mode: 1. Press the mode button to Self-Timer Mode. 2. Press the shutter button. The camera will take a picture automatically after 10 seconds. Continuous Mode: 1. Press the mode button to Continuous Mode 2. Then press the shutter button to confirm the setting. 3.
  • Page 7 Delete All Picture Mode: 1. Press the mode button to Delete All Picture Mode 2. Then press the shutter button to confirm this setting. The number of pictures to be deleted will flash. 3. Press the shutter button for 2~3 seconds to erase all pictures stored in the camera memory.
  • Page 8: Powering

    III. Powering Up Battery Installation i. Open the battery chamber cover. ii. Insert batteries in correct polarity (+ and -) as shown on the inside of the battery chamber. iii. Close the battery chamber cover. iv. Power turns ON automatically after the batteries are installed. v.
  • Page 9: Taking Pictures

    IV. Taking Pictures Taking a Snapshot 1.Aim the camera and compose your image by looking through the viewfinder. 2.Press the shutter button down. A buzz sound will be heard indicating that a picture has been taken. 3.The LCD screen will show the number of pictures remaining. NOTE: ●The camera stores all pictures in the built-in memory.
  • Page 10: Install Arcsoft Programs And Camera Drivers

    V. Install Arcsoft Programs and Camera Drivers Install Camera Driver 1. Insert CD-Disc and Select the Camera Driver. 2. Click “ Next ”. 3. Select a setup type and Click “ Next ”. 4. Click “ Install “. 5. Driver Installing. 6.
  • Page 11: Install Arcsoft Photoimpression 4.0

    Install Arcsoft PhotoImpression 4.0 1.Turn computer ON. 2.Insert installation CD into your PC’s CD-ROM drive. 3.Introduction screen will appear automatically. 4.Click “Arcsoft PhotoImpression 4.0”. 5.Follow on-screen instructions to install camera drivers. ► 6.Re-starting your computer is recommended. NOTE: To find out more about PhotoImpression 4.0 or how to use it, consult online help by clicking “?”...
  • Page 12: Install Arcsoft Videoimpressio

    Install Arcsoft VideoImpression 1.6 1.Turn computer ON. 2.Insert installation CD into your PC’s CD-ROM drive. 3.Introduction screen will appear automatically. 4.Click “Arcsoft VideoImpression 1.6”. 5.Follow on-screen instructions to install camera drivers. ► ► ► 6.Re-starting your computer is recommended. NOTE: To find out more about VideoImpression 1.6 or how to use it, consult online help by clicking “?”...
  • Page 13: Install Arcsoft Photo Base 3.0

    Install Arcsoft Photo Base 3.0 1.Turn computer ON. 2.Insert installation CD into your PC’s CD-ROM drive. 3.Introduction screen will appear automatically. 4.Click “Arcsoft PhotoBase 3.0”. 5.Follow on-screen instructions to install camera drivers. ► 6.Re-starting your computer is recommended. NOTE: To find out more about PhotoBase 3.0 or how to use it, consult online help by clicking “?”...
  • Page 14: Downloading Photos Using Photoimpression

    VII. Downloading Photos Using PhotoImpression 4.0 1. Click “PhotoImpression 4.0” icon on desktop, 2. PhotoImpression 4.0 introduction screen will appear. 3. Click “Camera/Scanner” button. 4. Select Source “Dual Mode Camera 8001”. 5. Click “Acquire”. 6. Click “ ” to transfer the pictures from camera to desktop program. 7.
  • Page 15: Video Playback Using Videoimpression

    VIII. Video Playback Using VideoImpression 1.6 1. Click “VideoImpression 1.6” icon on desktop, 2. VideoImpression 1.6 introduction screen will appear. 3. Click “New” button. 4. Click “Capture”. 5. Video will begin playing.
  • Page 16: Photo And Sharing Management Using Photobase

    IX. Photo and Sharing Management Using PhotoBase3.0 1. Click “PhotoBase 3.0” icon on desktop, 2. PhotoBase 3.0 introduction screen will appear. 3. Open Album menu bar. 4. Select “Create New” and enter file name. 5. Open Album menu bar and select “Add Image”. 6.
  • Page 17: Specifications

    X. Specifications Resolution CMOS CIF 352 x 288 Pixels F 2.4, f = 3.6mm, Sensor area 1 / 5 ", View angle 56 ° Lens Specification Microsoft Windows 98SE / 2000 / ME / XP O / S Auto White Balance Exposure Control Auto Focus Range...

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