Appendix 2 - Troubleshooting - Vivitar Vivicam 3555T User Manual

Appendix 2 – Troubleshooting
Problem
The camera has no
power.
The camera won't
take a picture.
The flash doesn't
work.
The images are
blurry.
Possible cause Solution
Camera is turned
off.
The batteries are
discharged.
Batteries inserted
incorrectly.
Ensure that the
green Camera
Ready LED
indicator is on,
not flashing.
Is the camera
connected to a
computer?
Is the flash on?
The batteries
may be weak.
Camera or
subject was
moving when the
shot was taken.
Press the power button to turn the camera
ON.
Replace the batteries with fresh ones.
Refer to Chapter 1- Installing Batteries.
Check the battery orientation. Refer to
Chapter 1- Installing Batteries.
If the light is flashing, wait until it emits a
steady light before taking a picture. The
camera may be waiting for the flash to
charge.
The camera's buttons are not functional
when connected to a PC. Disconnect the
camera to take more pictures.
Ensure that the flash is set to auto or
always on. Refer to Setting the Flash.
If the batteries are too weak, the flash will
be unable to recharge. Turn the camera
off and wait a few seconds before turning
it back on. If this doesn't work, you will
need to replace the batteries.
Hold the camera steady or put it on a
tripod to take pictures.
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