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Vivitar Vivicam 5105s User Manual

Vivitar vivicam 5105s: user guide
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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

    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

    This User Manual is a general reference guide for the product. The product and accessories that come with your ViviCam 5105s may be different from those described in this manual. This is due to the fact that different retailers often specify slightly different product inclusions and accessories to suit their market requirements, customer demographics, and geographical preferences.

  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock. Consult the store of purchase. If the ViviCam 5105s has fallen or its case has been damaged, turn the power OFF and remove the batteries. Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock. Consult the store of purchase.
  • Page 4 The battery becomes hot during use. Touching a hot battery might cause burns. Do not wrap the ViviCam 5105s or place it in cloth or blankets. This might cause heat to build up and deform the case, resulting in fire. Use the ViviCam 5105s in a well-ventilated place.

  • Page 5: Notes On Battery Usage

    The ViviCam 5105s may feel warm after long period of continuous use. This is normal and not a malfunction. If the battery is not to be used for a long period of time, remove it from the ViviCam 5105s to prevent leakage or corrosion.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Loading an SD Memory Card (Optional Accessory)... 21 Setting the Date and Time... 22 Choosing the Language...22 Attaching the ViviCam 5105s Strap... 23 BASIC FUNCTIONS...24 Turning the Power On... 24 Turning the Power Off... 24 Using the LCD Monitor... 25 Using the Normal Mode...
  • Page 7 Step 1: Install the USB Driver...52 Step 2: Connecting the ViviCam 5105s to Your Computer... 53 Step 3: Downloading Recorded Images/Video Clips... 54 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION... 55 Installing Photo Explorer...55 Installing Photo Express... 56 Installing Acrobat Reader...57 USER’S MANUAL ON CD-ROM...58 USING THE VIVICAM 5105S AS A PC CAMERA..59...

  • Page 8: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Overview Your new stylish ViviCam 5105s delivers high quality, 2560 x 1920 resolution images using a 5.0 Megapixels CCD sensor. Using the 1.7" TFT color image LCD monitor, you can compose images and then examine them in detail. An auto-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 5105s 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 to your dealer. ViviCam 5105s Digital Camera User’s Manual...

  • Page 10: Components Guide

    COMPONENTS GUIDE Front View 1. Strap eyelet 2. Lens cover 3. Shutter button 4. Flash 5. Lens 6. Microphone 7. Self-timer LED...

  • Page 11: Rear View

    Rear view 1. DC IN 5V terminal 2. Focus switch Macro mode Normal mode 3. USB terminal 4. Tripod socket 5. Battery/SD card cover 6. OK OK button Zoom button Arrow button (Down) MODE Mode button Arrow button (Right) Flash button Arrow button (Left) Self-timer button Arrow button (Up)

  • Page 12: Led Indicators

    The ViviCam 5105s is powered and ready Charging the flash Image is being recorded to the memory card USB communication/transfer in progress The ViviCam 5105s is ready to record images (or movies) The self-timer function is activated Button event Sound...

  • Page 13: Scene Modes

    ] Backlight mode Description Select this option to leave all the adjustments to the ViviCam 5105s and take images casually. Select this option to capture fast-moving subjects. Select this option to take images of people against dark or nighttime background.

  • Page 14: Lcd Monitor Information

    LCD Monitor Information These indicators are displayed when recording still images: 1. Scene mode ] Auto mode ] Sports mode ] Night Scene mode ] Portrait mode ] Landscape mode ] Backlight mode 2. Image quality ] Fine ] Normal ] Economy 3.
  • Page 15 These indicators are displayed when recording still images: 11. Flash mode Fill flash (on) Flash off Automatic flash Red-eye reduction 12. [ ] Self-timer mode 13. [ ] Macro mode icon 14. White balance [ No icon] Auto Daylight Cloudy Tungsten Fluorescent 15.
  • Page 16 These indicators are displayed when playing images back: 1. Playback mode 2. [ ] Card indicator 3. Battery level ] Fully battery level ] Fairly consumed ] Nearly exhausted ] Virtually no battery power 4. [ ] Protect indicator 5. Index number of total number 2 of 10...
  • Page 17 These indicators are displayed when recording video clips: 12:20 Movie mode Recording indicator Video counter ] Card indicator Battery level ] Fully battery level ] Fairly consumed ] Nearly exhausted ] Virtually no battery power...
  • Page 18 These indicators are displayed when playing video clips back: 00:52 2 of 10 1. Playback mode 2. Battery level ] Fully battery level ] Fairly consumed ] Nearly exhausted ] Virtually no battery power 3. [ ] Card indicator 4. Index number of total number 5.

  • Page 19: Preparing Your Vivicam 5105S

    3. Insert the battery in the correct orientation shown. Tilt the battery lock lever in the direction of the arrow and orient the battery so that its label is facing to the front side of the ViviCam 5105s, and then insert the battery.

  • Page 20: Charging The Battery

    Charging the Battery Using the AC power adapter may charge the battery or operate the ViviCam 5105s as power supply. Make sure that the power of the ViviCam 5105s is off and then insert the battery before starting. 1. Insert one end of the AC power adapter into the DC IN terminal of the ViviCam 5105s.

  • Page 21: Loading An Sd Memory Card (Optional Accessory)

    SD memory card you can slide the write protect tab (on the side of the SD memory card) to "LOCK". To save, edit, or delete data on an SD memory card, you must unlock the card. Be sure to format the memory card with this ViviCam 5105s before its initial usage. To remove an SD memory card 1.

  • Page 22: Setting The Date And Time

    The Date/Time screen will be presented if/when: The ViviCam 5105s is turned on for the first time. The ViviCam 5105s is turned on after removing the batteries for a long period of time. 1. Select the item field by using the 2.

  • Page 23: Attaching The Vivicam 5105S Strap

    Attaching the ViviCam 5105s Strap To prevent accidental slippage during the use, always use the ViviCam 5105s strap. Attach the ViviCam 5105s strap as follows: 1. Thread the small loop of the strap through the strap eyelet on the ViviCam 5105s.

  • Page 24: Basic Functions

    BASIC FUNCTIONS Turning the Power On 1. Slide the lens cover to turn the ViviCam 5105s on. 2. The ViviCam 5105s sounds one beep when it is initiated. Turning the Power Off Slide the lens cover back to turn the ViviCam 5105s off.

  • Page 25: Using The Lcd Monitor

    The mode icons, text and numbers that are displayed on the LCD monitor may vary according to the current settings. 1. Slide the lens cover to turn the ViviCam 5105s on. 2. Set the scene mode in the Capture menu based on the desired scenery.

  • Page 26: Using The Normal Mode

    Using the Normal Mode Normal mode is used to take images where the distance to the subject 3.28 feet (1.0m) to infinity. Select this mode for general shooting, including portraits and scenery. 1. Set the focus to the [ ] position. 2.

  • Page 27: Adjusting The Zoom

    Adjusting the Zoom Using digital zoom, images appear closer. Whereas digital zoom is a compelling feature, the more an image is en- larged (zoomed), the more pixelated (grainier) the image will appear. 1. Set the scene mode in the Capture menu based on the desired scenery. (Auto/Sports/Night Scene/Portrait/Landscape/Backlight).

  • Page 28: Using The Flash

    ViviCam 5105s repeatedly until your desired flash mode appears on the LCD monitor. 3. Compose your image and press the shutter button. The ViviCam 5105s has four flash modes: Fill flash (on), Flash off, Auto- matic flash and Red-eye reduction.
  • Page 29 The table below will help to choose the appropriate flash mode: Flash Mode Fill flash (on) Flash off Automatic flash Red-eye reduction Note: In [ ] Macro mode and [ In [ ] Night Scene mode, flash photography will automatically detect the ambient lighting. If the surrounding brightness is low, the flash will fire to [ In [ ] Sports mode, Flash mode is automatically set to [...

  • Page 30: Using The Self-Timer

    5 seconds. The self-timer lamp starts blinking relatively slow for the first 7 seconds or the first 2 seconds and then blinking rapidly for the last 3 seconds. 1. Secure the ViviCam 5105s to a tripod or place it on a stable surface. 2. Slide the lens cover to turn the ViviCam 5105s on.

  • Page 31: Using The Macro Mode

    Using the Macro Mode Use [ ] Macro mode to capture a close-up of the subject, such as flowers or insects. The effective range is between 1.97 feet (0.6m) to 3.28 feet (1.0m). 1. Set the focus switch to the [ LCD monitor will display [ ] as Macro mode.

  • Page 32: Setting The Image Resolution And Quality

    These settings affect the number of images that can be stored in memory, or on an SD memory card. As you get to know the ViviCam 5105s, 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 33 The frame counter indicates the approximate number of images that can be stored on the internal memory or the SD memory card at the ViviCam 5105s’s image quality and size settings. The number of recordable images may vary depending on the recorded subject and the capacity of the memory card, or if there are files other than images, or when the recording is made while switching the picture quality/resolution.

  • Page 34: Selecting Photography Mode

    SELECTING PHOTOGRAPHY MODE Auto Mode Using [ ] Auto mode the majority of the settings are adjusted by the ViviCam 5105s. Simply point the subject and then shoot. 1. Press the MENU button to enter the [Capture] menu and select [Scene] by using the button.

  • Page 35: Sports Mode

    Sports Mode For dynamic action choose [ ] Sports mode. This feature also letting you to capture moving subjects continuously. 1. Press the MENU button to enter the [Capture] menu and select [Scene] by using the button. Press the OK button to enter the sub-menu. 2.

  • Page 36: Night Scene Mode

    Night Scene Mode Capturing human subjects by using [ subject and the background. The people in an evening sky or night scene are illuminated with lights from the flash while the background is captured at a slow shutter speed to prevent blurring and let the both (people and the background) appear accordingly exposure.

  • Page 37: Portrait Mode

    Portrait Mode Taking pictures by selecting [ ] Portrait mode helps you to construct portraits in which the main subject stands out sharply and clearly while indistinct background’s details. 1. Press the MENU button to enter the [Capture] menu and select [Scene] by using the button.

  • Page 38: Landscape Mode

    Landscape Mode Taking images by choosing [ pictures with the enhancement of image’s color and saturation. [ distance to the subject is between 3.28 feet (1.0m) to infinity. 1. Press the MENU button to enter the [Capture] menu and select [Scene] by using the button.

  • Page 39: Backlight Mode

    Backlight Mode Use [ ] Backlight mode when light is coming from behind your subject, throwing their features into shadow, or when your subject is in the shade but the background is brightly lit. 1. Press the MENU button to enter the [Capture] menu and select [Scene] by using the button.

  • Page 40: Movie Mode

    MOVIE MODE Using [ ] Movie mode allows you to record video clips at a resolution of 320 x 240 pixels. 1. Press the MODE button to enter the [ 2. You can start recording a video clip by pressing the shutter button. 3.

  • Page 41: Image Playback

    IMAGE PLAYBACK In [ ] Playback mode, you can view, magnify your images or play video clips back. This mode even provides thumbnail images display and slide show, allowing you to quickly search for the image that you want or play the images back one by one automatically.

  • Page 42: 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. 1. Press the MODE button twice to enter [ The last image frame appears on the LCD monitor. 2.

  • Page 43: Viewing Nine Images At A Time

    Viewing Nine Images At A Time This function allows you to view nine thumbnail images on the LCD monitor simultaneously so that you can quickly scan for a particular image. 1. Press the MODE button twice to enter [ 2. Press the MENU button. 3.

  • Page 44: Viewing Video Clips

    Viewing Video Clips To view the recorded video clips, follow the steps below: 1.Press the MODE button twice to enter [ 2.Select the video clip that you want to view by using the 3.Press the OK button. Playback begins. Press the OK button again to stop the playback. Automated Playback (Slide Show) Slide show function enables you to play your images back automatically in sequential order as a slide show.

  • Page 45: Protecting Images

    Protecting Images This feature allows you to prevent recorded images from being accidentally erased. 1. Press the MODE button twice to enter [ press the MENU button to enter the Playback menu. 2. Select [Protect] by using the 3. You can select to protect single image or all images at one time by using the button, and press the OK button.

  • Page 46: Deleting Images

    DELETING IMAGES Deleting Images/Video Clips Singly You can delete a captured image or a recorded video clip at a time. 1. Press the MODE button twice to enter [ The last image frame appears on the LCD monitor. 2. View and select unwanted images by using the then press the MENU button.

  • Page 47: Deleting All Images/Video Clips

    Deleting All Images/Video Clips 1. Press the MODE button twice to enter [ the MENU button to enter the Playback menu. 2. Select [Delete] by using the 3. Use the button to select [All Images], and press the OK button. 4.

  • Page 48: Formatting An Sd Memory Card Or Internal Memory

    For complete compatibility, be sure NOT to select FAT 32 as the file system when you format the SD card on your computer. Memory cards formatted in FAT 32 file system will not be recognized by this ViviCam 5105s. button. Press the OK button to enter...

  • Page 49: Connecting The Vivicam 5105S Directly To The Printer For Printing Images (Pictbrigde Function)

    PRINTER FOR PRINTING IMAGES (PICTBRIGDE FUNCTION) Even if you do not have a computer, you can connect the ViviCam 5105s directly to a printer that supports PictBridge to perform image selection and printing using the ViviCam 5105s monitor screen and controls. DPOF support also lets you specify which images you want to print and how many copies of each should be printed.
  • Page 50 3. Select [Print Size] to set the size of image you wish to print. The options may vary depending on the type of printer being used. Press the OK button to confirm. 4. Select [Paper Type] to choose the type of paper you wish to use. The options may vary depending on the type of printer being used.

  • Page 51: Transferring Recorded Images/Video Clips To Your Computer

    You can share recorded images/video clips with your family or friends via e-mail or post them on the Web. Before doing these things, you need to connect the ViviCam 5105s to your computer using the USB cable and then transfer the images/video clips.

  • Page 52: Step 1: Install The Usb Driver

    3. After the USB driver has been installed, restart your computer. Installation on MAC OS 9.0 For Mac OS 9.0 or higher, the computer will automatically recognize the ViviCam 5105s and load its own USB drivers.

  • Page 53: Step 2: Connecting The Vivicam 5105S To Your Computer

    Step 2: Connecting the ViviCam 5105s to Your Computer 1. Turn the ViviCam 5105s on. 2. Connect one end of the USB cable to an available USB port on your computer. 3. Connect the other end of the USB cable to the USB terminal on the ViviCam 5105s.

  • Page 54: Step 3: Downloading Recorded Images/Video Clips

    Step 3: Downloading Recorded Images/Video Clips When the ViviCam 5105s 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 55: Software Installation

    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;...

  • Page 56: 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 digital cameras or scanners. Organize them conveniently with the Visual Browse mode. Use hundreds of ready-to-use templates such as albums, cards, posters, slideshows, and more.

  • Page 57: 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 ViviCam 5105s CD-ROM. Using Acrobat Reader, you can read the user’s manual and print sections of interest.

  • Page 58: User's Manual On Cd-Rom

    User Manual on the CD-ROM is that you have Acrobat Reader installed on your computer. Updates to this manual, and versions in other languages may be found on our website www.vivitar.com. 1. Insert the CD-ROM that came with the ViviCam 5105s into the CD-ROM drive.

  • Page 59: Using The Vivicam 5105S As A Pc Camera

    USING THE VIVICAM 5105S AS A PC CAMERA Your ViviCam 5105s 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 5105s for...

  • Page 60: Step 2: Connect The Vivicam 5105S To Your Computer

    Note: When using this ViviCam 5105s as a PC camera, it is necessary to install the battery into the ViviCam 5105s. Step 3: Run your application software (i.e. Windows NetMeeting) To use Windows NetMeeting for videoconferencing: 1.

  • Page 61: List Of Menu Options

    LIST OF MENU OPTIONS Capture Menu This menu is for the basic settings to be used when taking still images. 1. Press the MENU button and then scroll through the options by using the button. 2560x 1920 2. Press the OK button to enter the sub-menu. 3.
  • Page 62 Scene This sets the scene mode for capturing images. [Auto]: The ViviCam 5105s automatically adjusts the focus and exposure settings to take photographs. [Sports]: Select this option to take photographs of fast-moving subjects. [Night Scene]: Select this option to take photographas of people against a dusk or night-time background.
  • Page 63 Your ViviCam 5105s adjusts the exposure each scene automatically. However, when the subject is too dark or too bright, the ViviCam 5105s adjusts the brightness or darker. This is called EV compensation. The EV compensation of your ViviCam 5105s can be adjusted from [-2.0 EV] to [+2.0 EV] (0.5 EV step). To adjust EV, press the button and press the OK button to confirm.

  • Page 64: White Balance

    The ViviCam 5105s determines the white balance by averaging the various kinds of light that actually enters the lens. You may set in advance the white balance when taking photographs under specific lighting conditions.
  • Page 65 Sensitivity equivalent to ISO200 Color To capture an image, the ViviCam 5105s offers three types of color (Full color/ Black & White/ Sepia) for you to match as your wish. Your images will demonstrate different impression by choosing different types of color.

  • Page 66: Date Imprint

    Sharpness Your ViviCam 5105s will automatically emphazise the borders between light and dark areas of the image. This will make the image’s edges look sharper. [High]: Hard touch [Medium]: Normal touch [Low]: Soft touch Date Imprint If you set imprint function, your image will be displayed with date on it.

  • Page 67: Playback Menu

    Playback Menu Use the Playback menu you can create an on-ViviCam 5105s slide show. You may also delete or protect one or all stored images. 1. Press the MODE button twice to enter [ Then press the MENU button to enter Playback menu.

  • Page 68: Video Menu

    Video Menu This menu is for the basic settings to be used when recording video clips. Refer to section in this manual titled “Capture Menu” in LIST OF MENU OPTIONS for further details. White Balance Refer to section in this manual titled “Capture Menu” in LIST OF MENU OPTIONS for further details.

  • Page 69: Setup Menu (In Capture/Video/Playback Menu)

    Setup Menu (in Capture/Video/Playback Menu) You can select according to your preference for the ViviCam 5105s settings in Setup of Capture/Video/ Playback Menu. Navigate the options you wish to configure by using the Capture Setup Date/Time Next Menu Format Next Menu...

  • Page 70: Power Off

    Specify in which language menus and messages are to be displayed on the LCD monitor. Power Off If no operation is performed for a specific period of time, the power to the ViviCam 5105s is automatically turned off. This feature is useful to reduce battery wear.

  • Page 71: Vivicam 5105S Specifications

    VIVICAM 5105S SPECIFICATIONS Item Sensor Image resolution Image quality Recording media Lens Range of focus LCD monitor Self-timer Zoom Exposure compensation White balance File format Interface Operating environment Power supply Dimensions Weight * Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 72: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Refer to the symptoms and measures listed below before sending the ViviCam 5105s for repairs. If the problem persists, contact your local reseller or service center. Power Supply Symptom The power does not come on. The power cuts out during use.
  • Page 73 The image lacks natural color. Cause The battery is running low. The power is not on. The ViviCam 5105s is not in shooting mode. The shutter button is not pressed all the way. The internal memory or memory card does not have any free space.

  • Page 74: Other Problems

    Set the correct date and time. Measure Check whether the hard disk has a space for running Windows, and if the drive for loading image files has a capacity at least that of the memory card inserted in the ViviCam 5105s . Install USB driver.

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