Vivitar Vivicam 3780 User Manual

Vivitar vivicam 3780: user guide

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  • Page 2: Fcc Statement

    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.
  • Page 3: Trademark Information

    TRADEMARK INFORMATION Microsoft and Windows ® Corporation. Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. ® Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. is a trademark. Other names and products may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. READ THIS FIRST Notice: 1.
  • Page 4 WARNINGS Do not expose the camera to moisture and make sure no water gets into the camera. Take particular care when using the camera under extreme weather conditions, such as rain or snow, or when operating the camera at the beach or near water. Avoid using this camera in places subject to extreme moisture.
  • Page 5 CAUTIONS Do not place this camera in a location affected by oil fumes or steam, such as near a cooking stove or humidifier. This may cause a fire or an electrical shock. Do not leave this camera in a location subject to extremely high temperatures, such as in a sealed vehicle or in direct sunlight.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ... 8 Overview ... 8 Package Contents ... 9 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VIVICAM 3780s ... 10 Front View ... 10 Rear View ... 11 LCD Monitor Icons ... 12 GETTING STARTED ... 14 Installing Batteries ... 14 Inserting an SD Memory Card (optional accessory) ...
  • Page 7 Copying the Contents of Internal Memory to a Memory Card ... 29 Changing the ViviCam 3780s Startup Logo ... 30 MOVIE MODE ... 31 Recording Video Clips ... 31 Viewing Video Clips ... 32 TRANSFERRING RECORDED IMAGES AND VIDEOS TO YOUR COMPUTER ...
  • Page 8: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Overview Your new digital ViviCam 3780s delivers high quality, 2912 x 2184 resolution images using a 3.0 Mega pixel imager. Using the 1.5” TFT color image LCD monitor, you can compose images and then examine them in detail. An automatic flash sensor automatically detects the shooting (lighting) conditions and determines whether the flash should be used.
  • Page 9: Package Contents

    Package Contents Carefully unpack your ViviCam 3780s and ensure that you have the following items: Common Product Components: Digital Camera USB cable Software CD-ROM User’s manual Camera strap Batteries Common (Optional) Accessories: Memory card Camera pouch Accessories and components vary by retailer.
  • Page 10: Getting To Know Your Vivicam 3780S

    GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VIVICAM 3780s Front View 10-E 1. Strap eyelet 2. Lens cover 3. Lens 4. Self-timer LED 5. Flash 6. POWER Power button 7. Shutter button...
  • Page 11: Rear View

    Rear View 1. Focus switch Macro mode Normal mode 2. Status LED Arrow button (up) Thumbnail button MENU Menu button Arrow button (right) MODE Mode button 5. SET Set button Flash button Arrow button (down) Zoom button Arrow button (left) Delete button 8.
  • Page 12: Lcd Monitor Icons

    LCD Monitor Icons Display icons – Still Image Record Mode: 1. Possible number of shots (at the current size and quality settings) 2. Battery level Full battery power Medium battery power Virtually no battery power 3. Memory card indicator 4. Flash mode Automatic flash Flash off 5.
  • Page 13 Display icons – Movie Mode: 1. Battery level 2. Movie mode 3. Memory card indicator Display icons –Playback Mode: 1. Frame number 2. Battery level 3. Forward arrow 4. Reverse arrow E-13...
  • Page 14: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED You can use either 2 AAA size batteries (Alkaline or Ni-MH) to power the ViviCam 3780s. Installing Batteries 1. Make sure the ViviCam 3780s is turned off. 2. Slide the battery cover in the direction of the [OPEN] arrow. 3.
  • Page 15: Inserting An Sd Memory Card (Optional Accessory)

    Inserting an SD Memory Card (optional accessory) The ViviCam 3780s comes with 16MB (14MB available for image storage) of internal memory, allowing you to store images and video clips in the ViviCam 3780s. However, you can expand the memory capacity by using an optional SD (Secure Digital) memory card so that you can store additional images and video clips.
  • Page 16: Attaching The Hand Strap

    Attaching the Hand Strap To prevent accidental dropping of the ViviCam 3780s, always use the strap. Turning the Power On/Off The ViviCam 3780s is switched between On/Off as follows: 1. You can use the POWER button to power on/off the ViviCam 3780s. Open the lens cover before you start capturing images/recording video clips.
  • Page 17: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the Date and Time The Date & Time screen will be presented if/when: ViviCam 3780s is turned on for the first time. ViviCam 3780s is turned on after leaving the ViviCam 3780s without batteries for an extended period of time. When the Date &...
  • Page 18: Setting Image Resolution And Quality

    Setting Image Resolution and Quality Resolution and quality settings determine the pixel size (dimension), image file size, and compression ratio for your images. These settings affect the number of images that can be stored in memory, or on a memory card. As you get to know the ViviCam 3780s, it is recommended that you try each quality and resolution setting to get an appreciation for the effects that these settings will have on your images.
  • Page 19: Record Mode

    RECORD MODE Capturing Images Your ViviCam 3780s is equipped with a 1.5” LCD monitor to compose images. Before you start capturing images, be sure that the lens cover is opened and the focus switch is set to the appropriate photography mode. 1.
  • Page 20: Digital Zoom

    Digital Zoom Using digital zoom, images appear closer. Digital processing lets you zoom in the image without deterioration. 1. Toggle the MODE button to press the SET button. 2. Compose your image while viewing the LCD monitor. 3. Press the button to activate the digital zoom.
  • Page 21: Self-Timer

    Self-Timer The self-timer duration is ten seconds. Activate the self-timer by pressing the shutter button. The self-timer LED blinks slowly for seven seconds and then blinks rapidly for the last three seconds. This allows you to get into the scene when capturing group images. 1.
  • Page 22: Flash

    Flash The flash is designed to function automatically when lighting conditions warrant the use of flash. When you are in Normal mode (the focus switch is set to ), you can capture an image using a flash mode suitable to your circumstances.
  • Page 23: Playback Mode

    PLAYBACK MODE In the mode, you can view, magnify, delete images, play video clips, or run a slide show. Playback mode also provides a thumbnail image display, allowing you to quickly search for the image you want. Viewing Images When you capture a still image or movie, it is immediately stored in internal memory or on an SD memory card.
  • Page 24: Zoom Playback

    Zoom Playback While reviewing your images, you may enlarge a selected portion of an image. This magnification allows you to view fine details. 1. Toggle the MODE button to press the SET button. 2. Select the image that you want to view using the / buttons and press the SET button.
  • Page 25: Slideshow Display

    Slideshow Display The slideshow function enables you to playback your images back automatically in sequential order as a slide show. This is a very useful and entertaining feature for reviewing recorded images and for presentations. 1. Toggle the MODE button to press the SET button.
  • Page 26: Deleting Images

    Deleting Images You can easily delete still images and video clips that have not come out right. The following are the 4 ways to delete photos: One shot at a time * Using the button. * Using the [Delete] menu. All frames at once To delete one image or movie (Quick Delete –...
  • Page 27 To delete one image/movie (Delete menu): 1. Toggle the MODE button to press the SET button. 2. Select the image/video clip you wish to delete by using the / 3. Press the MENU button. 4. Select [Delete] using the and press the button.
  • Page 28: Formatting Media

    Formatting Media This utility formats the internal memory (or memory card) and erases all stored images and data. 1. Toggle the MODE button to press the SET button. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Select [Delete] using the and press the button.
  • Page 29: Copying The Contents Of Internal Memory To A Memory Card

    Copying the Contents of Internal Memory to a Memory Card This feature allows you to copy your images from the camera’s internal memory to an SD memory card. Of course, you can only do this if you have an SD memory card installed and some images in internal memory. To copy still images and movies from internal memory to SD memory card, follow the steps below: 1.
  • Page 30: Changing The Vivicam 3780S Startup Logo

    Changing the ViviCam 3780s Startup Logo You can specify the start up logo for your ViviCam 3780s. You can select the new logo among the captured still images. To activate the new startup logo, follow the steps below: 1. Toggle the MODE button to press the SET button.
  • Page 31: Movie Mode

    MOVIE MODE Recording Video Clips The movie mode allows you to record video clips at a resolution of 320 x 240 pixels. 1. Open the lens cover. 2. Toggle the MODE button to press the SET button. 3. To start recording a video clip, press the shutter button.
  • Page 32: Viewing Video Clips

    Viewing Video Clips To view a recorded video clip, follow these steps: 1. Toggle the MODE button to 2. Move to the movie you want to see using the / 3. Press the shutter button. Playback begins. The elapsed playback indicator or the elapsed time is displayed on the LCD monitor.
  • Page 33: Computer

    T R A N S F E R R I N G R E C O R D E D IMAGES AND VIDEOS TO YOUR COMPUTER To transfer images/video clips from the ViviCam 3780s to your computer, follow these steps: Step 1: Install the USB mass-storage driver (Windows 98 and Mac OS 8.6 users only) Step 2: Connecting the ViviCam 3780s to your computer...
  • Page 34: Step 1: Install The Usb Mass-Storage Driver

    1. Insert the CD-ROM that came with the ViviCam 3780s into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Select and double-click “Digital Camera Driver Installer”. 3. Select “Install Location” and click “Install”. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation and restart your computer.
  • Page 35: Step 2: Connecting The Vivicam 3780S To Your Computer

    Step 2: Connecting the ViviCam 3780s to Your Computer 1. Connect one end of the USB cable to an available USB port on your computer. 2. Connect the other end of the USB cable to the USB connector on the ViviCam 3780s. 3.
  • Page 36: Step 3: Downloading Image And Video Files

    Step 3: Downloading Image and Video Files When the ViviCam 3780s 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” (“untitled”...
  • Page 37: Installing Photosuite

    INSTALLING PHOTOSUITE PC users will find that PhotoSuite is a very user-friendly image-editing program. With PhotoSuite, you can retouch, compose, and organize your images. It includes a variety of templates, such as photo frames, birthday cards, calendars and more. Get your images ready and explore this amazing program.
  • Page 38: Installing Photovista

    INSTALLING PHOTOVISTA PC users will find that PhotoVista is an easy-to-use program that lets you create spectacular 360° panoramic images in a snap. When you view these panoramas, you get the experience of being totally immersed in a realistic environment. PhotoVista’s powerful engine quickly and automatically stitches images together, and its intuitive interface will let even a novice get great results in minutes.
  • Page 39: Installing Acrobat Reader

    INSTALLING ACROBAT READER The CD-ROM includes a PDF (portable document format) copy of the user’s manual. To view a PDF you must have Acrobat Reader installed in your computer. Acrobat Reader is included on the camera CD ROM. Using Acrobat Reader, you can read the user’s manual and print sections of interest.
  • Page 40: User's Manual On Cd-Rom

    USER’S MANUAL ON CD-ROM A copy of the user’s manual provided on the CD-ROM is in PDF format. It is a backup copy of the printed manual. If you misplace the printed guide, you may print another copy from the CD-ROM. The only requirement for viewing the User Manual on the CD-ROM is that you have Acrobat Reader installed on your computer.
  • Page 41: Using The Vivicam 3780S As A Pc Camera

    USING THE VIVICAM 3780s AS A PC CAMERA Your ViviCam 3780s can act as a PC Camera, which allows you to videoconference with business associates, or have a real-time conversation with friends or family. To use the ViviCam 3780s as a PC Camera, follow these steps: Step 1: Install the PC Camera driver (it is combined with the USB mass- storage driver on the CD-ROM) Step 2: Connecting the ViviCam 3780s to your computer...
  • Page 42: Step 1: Install The Pc Camera Driver

    Step 1: Install the PC Camera Driver The PC-Camera driver included on the CD-ROM is exclusively for Windows. The PC Camera function is not supported for Mac platforms. 1. Insert the CD-ROM that came with the ViviCam 3780s into your CD-ROM drive.
  • Page 43: Step 3: Running Your Application Software

    Step 3: Running Your Application Software (i.e. Windows NetMeeting) To use Windows NetMeeting for videoconferencing: 1. Go to Start Programs NetMeeting to launch the NetMeeting program. 2. Click the Start Video button to view live video. 3. Click the Place Call button. 4.
  • Page 44: Menu Options

    MENU OPTIONS The Basic of the Menu Operation To display the menu: 1. Toggle the MODE button to 2. Press the SET button. On the mode, the menu appears. Skip Step 3. 3. Press the MENU button. The menu appears. To select an item: 1.
  • Page 45: Osd Menus

    OSD Menus To display the related menu options, press the MENU button. Record Menu Setting Description Resolution Sets the image resolution. Refer to section in this manual titled “Setting Image Resolution and Quality” for further details. Quality Sets the image quality. Refer to section in this manual titled “Setting Image Resolution and Quality”...
  • Page 46 (sun, shade, fluorescent, tungsten lights). Unlike your eyes, which can easily adjust to different lighting conditions (lighting temperatures), a digital camera cannot always differentiate between lighting types. Under some lighting conditions the image may appear in strange shades. If that occurs...
  • Page 47: Movie Menu

    Movie Menu Setting Description Exposure Refer to section in this manual titled “Exposure” in the Record Menu for further details. Refer to section in this manual titled (White “WB” in the Record Menu for further Balance) details. Option -1.5EV~+1.5EV A Automatic Daylight Cloudy Tungsten...
  • Page 48: Playback Menu

    Playback Menu Setting Description Delete Refer to section in this manual titled “Deleting Images/Formatting Media” for further details. Card Copy Refer to section in this manual titled “Copying the Contents of Internal Memory to a Memory Card” for further details. Slide Show Refer to section in this manual titled “Slideshow Display”...
  • Page 49: Setup Menu

    Setup Menu Setting Description Date & Time Refer to section in this manual titled “Setting the Date and Time” for further details. Beeper The ViviCam 3780s produces a sound (beep) each time you press a ViviCam 3780s button, if this function is enabled. Language This option allows you to select the language for the menus and the text...
  • Page 50 Reset This feature gives you an option whether to restore all ViviCam 3780s settings to their original status or not. Frequency This ViviCam 3780s supports different lighting frequencies: 50 Hz and 60 Hz. When photographing under fluorescent lighting, select the correct frequency setting depending in your local area’s voltage.
  • Page 51: Vivicam 3780S Specifications

    VIVICAM 3780s SPECIFICATIONS Item Description Sensor Approx. 3.0 Mega pixels Image resolution 2912 x 2184 pixels (FW interpolation to 6.3 Mega pixels) 2032 x 1520 pixels 1600 x 1200 pixels 1280 x 960 pixels 640 x 480 pixels 1.5" color TFT LCD Self-timer 10-second delay Zoom...

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