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Vivitar Vivicam 6150s User Manual

Vivitar vivicam 6150s: 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 digital camera 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

    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. Continued use in this condition 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.
  • Page 4 Cautions Insert the batteries paying careful attention to the polarity (+ or –) of the terminals. Inserting the batteries with their 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

    Remove the batteries if the ViviCam 6150s will not be used for an extended period of time. The batteries may leak and cause a fire, injury or soiling of the battery compartment. If the batteries leak, clean and wipe the battery compartment carefully and install new batteries.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ... 8 Package Contents... 9 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VIVICAM 6150s... 10 Front View... 10 Rear View... 11 LCD Monitor Information... 12 PREPARING THE VIVICAM 6150s... 14 Installing the Batteries (Optional Accessory) ... 14 Inserting and Removing an SD Memory Card (Optional Accessory) ...15...
  • Page 7 Connecting to a PictBridge Compliant Printer...41 TRANSFERRING FILES FROM YOUR VIVICAM 6150s TO COMPUTER...43 Step 1: Install the USB driver ...44 Step 2: Connect the ViviCam 6150s to your computer...45 Step 3: Download images or video clips...46 EDITING SOFTWARE INSTALLATION...47 Installing Photo Explorer...47...

  • Page 8: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the new ViviCam 6150s! Equipped with a 6.0 Megapixels CCD sensor, your camera delivers good quality, 2560 x 1920 resolution images. Other features provided by the camera include the following: 6.0 Megapixels A high-resolution CCD sensor provides 6.0 megapixels for good quality of images.

  • Page 9: Package Contents

    SD memory card 2 x AA Alkaline batteries The product and accessories that come with your ViviCam 6150s 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 10: Getting To Know Your Vivicam 6150S

    GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VIVICAM 6150s Front View EN-10 1. Strap holder 2. Shutter button 3. Lens cover 4. Flash 5. Focus switch Macro mode Normal mode 6. Lens 7. Microphone 8. Self-timer indicator...

  • Page 11: Rear View

    Rear View 1. Status LED 2. LCD monitor Arrow button (Left) Self-timer button Arrow button (Down) MODE button Arrow button (Up) MENU button Arrow button (Right) Flash button 7. OK OK button Digital Zoom button Playback button 9. Strap holder 10.

  • Page 12: Lcd Monitor Information

    LCD Monitor Information Camera Mode 1. Internal memory/SD memory card indicator ] Status of internal memory ] Status of SD memory card 2. Remaining battery status ] Full battery power ] Medium battery power ] Low battery power ] No battery power 3.
  • Page 13 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 14: Preparing The Vivicam 6150S

    PREPARING THE VIVICAM 6150s Installing the Batteries (Optional Accessory) You can use 2 AA size batteries to power the camera. Make sure that the power of the digital camera is off before inserting or removing the batteries. 1. Make sure the camera is turned off.

  • Page 15: Inserting And Removing An Sd Memory Card (Optional Accessory)

    The digital camera comes with 16MB of internal memory (14MB available for image storage), allowing you to store captured still images or video clips in the digital camera. Moreover, you can also expand the memory capacity by using an optional SD (Secure Digital) memory card so that you can store more files.

  • Page 16: Attaching The Camera Strap

    Blinking green Self-timer indicator Blinking red Self-timer indicator Blinking red EN-16 Description/Activity The digital camera is powering up. The digital camera is ready to record images (or movies). USB communication/transfer in progress Charging the flash. The self-timer function is activated.

  • Page 17: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED Turning the Power On/Off Load the batteries and insert an SD memory card before starting. To turn the camera on, slide the lens cover open until it clicks, uncovering the lens. To turn the camera off, slide the lens cover closed until it clicks, covering the lens.

  • Page 18: Choosing The Screen Language

    Choosing the Screen Language Follow the steps below to choose the desired language. 1. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera. The camera mode (default preview) is displayed. 2. Press / MENU and access in setup menu with the You may also toggle the ] mode or press the [ above to access in setup menu.

  • Page 19: 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. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera. The camera mode (default preview) is displayed. 2.

  • Page 20: 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. 1.

  • Page 21: Photography Mode

    PHOTOGRAPHY MODE Shooting Images - The Basics 1. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera. The camera mode (default preview) is displayed. 2. Compose the image on the monitor screen so that the main subject is within the focus frame.

  • Page 22: Setting Image Resolution And Quality

    Setting Image Resolution and Quality As you get to know the digital camera, 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.

  • Page 23: Possible Number Of Recordable Images

    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.

  • Page 24: Using The Zoom Function

    Using the Zoom Function This camera is equipped with 4x digital zoom. You can enlarge the subjects by pressing continuously the OK / button. A useful feature as it is, however, the more the image is magnified, the grainer the image may become.

  • Page 25: Setting Focus

    Setting Focus Images can be captured by sliding the focus switch to set the focus modes: [ mode. 1. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera. The camera mode (default preview) is displayed. 2. Slide the focus switch to your desired focus mode. 3.

  • Page 26: Using The Flash

    Using the Flash The flash is designed to function automatically when lighting conditions warrant the use of flash. The camera has four flash modes:Auto Flash (default), Red Eye, Forced Flash and No Flash. You can take an image using a desired flash mode to suit your circumstances. 1.

  • Page 27: 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 camera on a tripod (recommended) or rest it on a flat, level surface. 1. Secure the camera to a tripod or place it on a stable surface. 2.

  • Page 28: Adjusting The Exposure (Ev Compensation)

    Adjusting the Exposure (EV Compensation) You can manually adjust the exposure determined by the digital camera. Use this mode when the proper exposure cannot be obtained, for example, when the contrast (different between light and dark) between the subject and the background is extremely large. The EV compensation value can be set from –2.0EV to +2.0EV.

  • Page 29: Setting White Balance

    Setting White Balance This feature lets you make adjustments to compensate for different lighting types according to your shooting conditions. 1. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera. 2. Toggle the / MODE button and switch to camera or [ mode.

  • Page 30: Scene Mode Selection

    Scene Mode Selection You can select the scene mode according to the shooting scene. There are 6 available modes in this scene mode. [ A ] Auto: Select this mode to adjust point-and-shoot action. ] Sport: Select this mode when you want to photograph fast-moving subjects. ] Night: Select this mode when you want to capture people with an evening or night scene background.

  • Page 31: Playback Mode - The Basics

    PLAYBACK MODE - THE BASICS Viewing Images You can display the still images you have just captured one at a time. 1. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera. 2. Press the [ ] button. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 32: 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. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera. 2.

  • Page 33: 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. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera. 2. Press the [ ] button.

  • Page 34: Slideshow Display

    Slideshow Display The slide show function enables you to play your images back automatically in sequential order. This can be very useful and entertaining for reviewing recorded images and for presentations. 1. Press the [ ] button. 2. Press the / MENU button.

  • Page 35: Video Mode

    VIDEO MODE Recording Video Clips This mode allows you to record video clips with sound using the built-in microphone. 1. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera. 00:00:33 2. Press / MODE and switch to [ ] mode.

  • Page 36: 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 [ ] button. 2. Use to go through the images until the video clip you want to play is displayed.

  • Page 37: Playback Mode - Advanced Features

    PLAYBACK MODE – ADVANCED FEATURES 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.
  • Page 38 Deleting selected images 1. Press the [ ] button. 2. Press the / MENU button. The playback menu is displayed. 3. Select [Delete] with the button. The deletion menu is displayed. 4. Select [Select] with the The images are displayed in the thumbnail display. The [ icon will also be displayed.

  • Page 39: Protecting Images/Video Clips

    Protecting Images/Video Clips Set the data to read-only to prevent images from being erased by mistake. Protecting Images 1. Press the [ ] button. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. 2. Select the image that you want to protect with the 3.
  • Page 40 To cancel the protection To cancel protection for only one image, display the image that you want to remove the image protection. 1. Select [Protect] with the 2. Select [Single] or [All] with the 3. Select [Cancel] with the Press continuously the has been executed.

  • Page 41: Connecting To A Pictbridge Compliant Printer

    Connecting to a PictBridge Compliant Printer If a printer that supports PictBridge is available, images can be printed by connecting the digital still camera directly to the PictBridge-compatible printer without using a computer. Connecting the camera to the printer 1. Connect the USB port on the camera and the USB jack on the printer with the supplied USB cable, then turn on your camera and the printer.
  • Page 42 3. If you select [Select] in the previous step, the figure shown on the right hand side will appear. Select the multi images that you want to print simultaneously with the / buttons. Select the [Print Num.] (up to 99) with the After selecting the desired image and printing number, press the OK button to confirm.

  • Page 43: Transferring Files From Your Vivicam 6150S To Computer

    TRANSFERRING FILES FROM YOUR VIVICAM 6150s TO COMPUTER After using USB cable to establish a USB connection between the camera 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 44: 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 45: Step 2: Connect The Vivicam 6150S To Your Computer

    Step 2: Connect the ViviCam 6150s to your computer 1. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera. 2. Connect one end of the USB cable to an available USB port on your computer. The USB screen appears on the screen.

  • Page 46: Step 3: Download Images Or Video Clips

    Step 3: Download images or video clips When the digital camera 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 47: 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 48: 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.

  • Page 49: Installing Adobe Acrobat Reader

    ViviCam 6150s CD ROM. Using Adobe Acrobat Reader, you can read the user’s manual and print sections of interest. 1. Insert the CD-ROM that came with the ViviCam 6150s into the CD-ROM drive. The welcome screen appears. 2. Click “Install Acrobat Reader”.

  • Page 50: User Manual

    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 6150s into the CD-ROM drive. The welcome screen appears.

  • Page 51: Using The Digital Camera As A Pc Camera

    USING THE DIGITAL CAMERA AS A PC CAMERA Your digital camera 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 digital camera for...

  • Page 52: Step 2: Connect The Digital Camera To Your Computer

    4. Position the digital camera steadily on top of your computer monitor or use a tripod. When using this digital camera as a PC camera, it is necessary to install the battery into the digital camera. Step 3: Run your application software (i.e. Windows NetMeeting) To use Windows NetMeeting for videoconferencing: 1.

  • Page 53: Menu Options

    MENU OPTIONS Camera Menu This menu is for the basic settings to be used when capturing still images. 1. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera. The camera mode (default preview) is displayed. 2. Press the / MENU button.
  • Page 54 Scene Mode Refer to section in this manual titled “Scene Mode Selection” for further details. Refer to section in this manual titled “Adjusting the Exposure (EV Compensation)” for further details. White Balance This sets the white balance capturing under a variety of lighting conditions and permits images to be captured that approach the conditions that are seen by the human eye.
  • Page 55 Color This sets the color of the image that will be photographed. * Standard / Vivid / Sepia / Monochrome Saturation To capture an image, your camera offers you three different degrees of color to match with your preference. Your images will create different impression by selecting different degrees of color. This is called “Saturation”.

  • Page 56: Video Menu

    Video Menu This menu is for the basic settings to be used when recording video clips. 1. Slide the lens cover open until it clicks to turn on the camera. 2. Toggle the / MODE button and switch to [ 3.

  • Page 57: Playback Menu

    Refer to section in this manual titled “Deleting Images/Video Clips” for further details. Copy to Card Allows you to copy your files from the digital camera’s internal memory to a memory card. Of course, you can only do this if you have a memory card installed and some files in internal memory.
  • Page 58 Protect Refer to section in this manual titled “Protecting Images/Video Clips” for further details. Thumbnail Refer to section in this manual titled “Thumbnail Display” for further details. EN-58...

  • Page 59: Setup Menu

    Setup Menu Set your camera’s operating environment. 1. Press / MODE and switch to camera or [ the [ ] button. 2. Press the / MENU button and access in setup menu with the button. The [Setup] menu is displayed. 3.
  • Page 60 Language Refer to section in this manual titled “Choosing the Screen Language” for further details. Auto Off If no operation is performed for a specific period of time, the power to the camera is automatically turned off. This feature is useful to reduce battery wear. * 3 Min./ 5 Min./ 10 Min./ Off Sys.

  • Page 61: Connecting The Vivicam 6150S To Other Devices

    CONNECTING THE VIVICAM 6150s TO OTHER DEVICES EN-61...

  • Page 62: Vivicam 6150S Specifications

    VIVICAM 6150s SPECIFICATIONS Item Description Image Sensor Effective pixels 6.0 Mega pixels Image size Still image: 2816 x 2112, 2272 x 1704, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480 Video clip: 320 x 240 Image quality Still image: Fine, Normal, Economy...

  • Page 63: Appendix

    APPENDIX Troubleshooting Guide Symptom Possible causes The power does not * The batteries have run out. * The batteries are not oriented correctly. turn on. * The battery cover is not closed properly. * The function of Auto off in setup menu has The camera suddenly been activated.

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