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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 5386 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 and the AC power adapter. Continued use in this state 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 and the AC power adapter.
  • Page 4 Cautions Insert the batteries paying careful attention to the polarity (+ or –) of the terminals. Inserting the batteries with its 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 Remove the batteries if the ViviCam 5386 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

    PHOTOGRAPHY MODE........23 Package Contents..........9 Shooting Images - The Basics......23 Setting Image Resolution and Quality ....24 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VIVICAM 5386..10 Using the Zoom Function........25 Front View............10 Using the Flash..........26 Rear View............11 Using the Self-Timer.........
  • Page 7 Connecting to a PictBridge Compliant Printer SPECIFICATIONS..........68 ............... 46 APPENDIX............69 TRANSFERRING FILES FROM YOUR VIVICAM 5386 TO COMPUTER........49 Step 1: Install the USB driver ......50 Step 2: Connect the ViviCam 5386 to your computer...........51 Step 3: Download images or video clips....52 EN-7...

  • Page 8: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the new ViviCam 5386! Equipped with a 5.0 Megapixels CCD sensor, your camera delivers good quality, 2560 x 1920 resolution images. Other features provided by the camera include the following: 5.0 Megapixels USB connection (USB 1.1 compliant) A high-resolution CCD sensor provides 5.0...

  • Page 9: Package Contents

    Carefully unpack your kit box 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 your dealer. Common Product Components: ViviCam 5386 digital camera AV Cable User’s Manual...

  • Page 10: Getting To Know Your Vivicam 5386

    GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VIVICAM 5386 Front View 1. Shutter button 6. Lens 2. Mode dial 7. Self-timer LED 3. Power button (ON/OFF) 8. PC (USB) / AV Out terminal 4. Flash 9. DC in 3V terminal 5. Microphone EN-10...

  • Page 11: Rear View

    Rear View 1. W Zoom out (wide-angle) button 8. OK OK / Display button Thumbnail button Arrow button (Down) Arrow button (Left) 2. T / Zoom in (telephoto) button Flash button Rec-play button 11. Battery / SD card cover 4. MENU Menu button Delete button 12.

  • Page 12: Mode Dial

    Mode Dial You can select from seven shooting modes and setup mode according to shooting conditions to achieve the desired effect. Mode Description Shutter button Press to capture the images. Setup Select this mode to adjust the camera settings. Video Select this mode to record video clips.

  • Page 13: Lcd Monitor Information

    LCD Monitor Information Camera Mode 1. Mode indication [ A ] SUNSET Auto Mode 1.5x 2004.09.17 TUNGSTEN ] Setup Mode FLUORESCENT ] Video Mode ] Landscape Mode 9. Capture mode indicator ] Status of internal memory ] Program Mode SINGLE ] Status of SD memory card ] Sports Mode BURST...
  • Page 14 Video Mode 1. Video mode 00:33 2. Recordable movie time available 3. SD memory card indicator (if present) 4. Battery power indicator 5. Focus area 6. Flash mode Image Playback 1. Playback mode 100-0001 2. SD memory card indicator (if present) 1280X960 SIZE 3.

  • Page 15: Preparing Vivicam 5386

    PREPARING VIVICAM 5386 Installing the Batteries (Optional Accessory) You can use 2 AA size batteries to power the camera. Make sure that the power of the ViviCam 5386 is off before inserting or removing the batteries. 1. Make sure the camera is turned off.

  • Page 16: Using The Ac Power Adapter (Optional Accessory)

    Using the AC Power Adapter (Optional Accessory) Use of the AC power adapter is recommended if you intend to use the LCD monitor for a long time or connect the camera to a PC. 1. Make sure your camera is turned off. 2.

  • Page 17: Inserting And Removing An Sd Memory Card (Optional Accessory)

    Inserting and Removing an SD Memory Card (Optional Accessory) The ViviCam 5386 comes with 12MB of internal memory, allowing you to store captured still images or video clips in the ViviCam 5386. 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 18: Attaching The Camera Strap

    Indicator State Description/Activity LED indicator Solid red The ViviCam 5386 is powering up. Solid green The ViviCam 5386 is ready to record images (or movies). LED indicator Blinking blue USB communication/transfer in progress LED indicator Blinking red Charging the flash.

  • Page 19: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED Turning the Power On/Off Press the power (ON/OFF) button until the ViviCam 5386 turns on. To turn the power off, press the power (ON/OFF) button again. Choosing the Screen Language Follow the steps below to choose the desired language.

  • Page 20: 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. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing BASIC CUSTOM the power (ON/OFF) button. DATE & TIME Y/M/D 2.

  • Page 21: 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.

  • Page 22: Using The Lcd Monitor

    Using the LCD Monitor Your camera is equipped with a 2.5" full color TFT LCD monitor to help you compose images, replay recorded images/video clips or adjust menu settings. The mode icons, text and numbers displayed on the monitor may very according to the current settings. 1.

  • Page 23: Photography Mode

    PHOTOGRAPHY MODE Shooting Images - The Basics 1. Rotate the mode dial to A , P , and turn your camera on by pressing the power (ON/OFF) button. 2. Compose the image on the monitor screen so that the main subject is within the focus frame.

  • Page 24: Setting Image Resolution And Quality

    Setting Image Resolution and Quality As you get to know the ViviCam 5386, 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 25: Using The Zoom Function

    Using the Zoom Function This camera is equipped with 3x optical zoom. The lens moves during the optical zoom photography, allowing you to capture telephoto and wide-angle shots. By using the optical zoom function; images appear closer by pressing the T button, or smaller away by pressing the W button. Moreover, you can further enlarge the subjects with 4x digital zoom by pressing continuously the T button.

  • Page 26: Using The Flash

    When taking photographs, the red-eye phenomenon can be reduced by asking the subject (person) to look at the ViviCam 5386 or get as close to the digital camera as possible. FORCED FLASH The flash will always fire regardless of the surrounding brightness. Select this mode for recording images with high contrast (backlighting) and deep shadows.

  • 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 ViviCam 5386. 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 in the range 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. Rotate the mode dial to P , PICTURE FUNCTION AE/AWB 2. Press the power (ON/OFF) button to turn on the power. EXPOSURE +0.7 3.

  • Page 30: Using The Mode Dial

    USING THE MODE DIAL Auto Mode A (Auto) mode is the simplest way which allows you to take still pictures without having to set special functions or manual adjustments. The camera sets the optimal focusing and exposure. 1. Rotate the mode dial to A mode and turn your camera on by pressing the power (ON/OFF) button.

  • Page 31: Portrait Mode

    Portrait Mode Select this mode to make people stand out with the background out-of-focus. 1. Rotate the mode dial to mode and turn your camera on by pressing the power (ON/OFF) button. 2. Compose your subject within the focus frame. 3.

  • Page 32: Sport Mode

    Sports Mode This mode allows you to shoot fast moving objects. 1. Rotate the mode dial to mode and turn your camera on by pressing the power (ON/OFF) button. 2. Compose your subject within the focus frame. 3. Press the shutter button to capture the image. 1.5x 2004.09.17 Night Mode...

  • Page 33: Advanced Shooting

    ADVANCED SHOOTING Burst This mode is used for continuous shooting. Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter release button is pressed. 1. Rotate the mode dial to P , and turn your PICTURE FUNCTION camera on by pressing the power (ON/OFF) button. AUTO 2.

  • Page 34: Auto Exposure Bracketing (Aeb)

    Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB) In this mode, the camera automatically changes the exposure within a set range to take three shots after you press the shutter button once. AEB settings can be combined with exposure compensation settings to extend the adjustment range. 1.

  • Page 35: Selecting The Metering Mode

    Selecting the Metering Mode You can select the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the exposure. 1. Rotate the mode dial to P , and turn your camera on by pressing the power (ON/OFF) button. PICTURE FUNCTION 2.

  • Page 36: Playback Mode - The Basics

    PLAYBACK MODE - THE BASICS Viewing Images You can display the still images you have just captured at a time. 1. Press the power (ON/OFF) button to turn on the camera. 2. Press the (Playback) button. 100-0001 The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. 1280X960 SIZE 3.

  • Page 37: 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. Press the (Playback) button. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 38: 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. Press the (Playback) button. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. 2. Press the W / button once.

  • Page 39: Slideshow Display

    Slideshow Display The slide show function enables you to play your images back automatically in sequential order. This is very useful and entertaining feature for reviewing recorded images and for presentations. 1. Press the (Playback) button. PLAYBACK The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. DELETE 2.

  • Page 40: Resizing An Image

    Resizing an Image You can change the image size of a captured image to one of the following sizes: 2560 x 1920 pixel, 2048 x 1536 pixel, 1280 x 960 pixel and 640 x 480 pixel. 1. Press the (Playback) button. PLAYBACK The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 41: Video Mode

    VIDEO MODE Recording Video Clips This mode allows you to record video clips with sound via built-in microphone. 1. Rotate the mode dial to mode and turn your camera on by pressing the power (ON/OFF) button. 2. Press the shutter button to start recording. 3.

  • Page 42: 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 (Playback) button. 00:03 2. Use to go through the images until the video clip you 100-0001 want to play back is displayed.

  • Page 43: Playback Mode - Advanced Features

    NTSC/PAL system to match the video output system of the video equipment you are going to connect to the ViviCam 5386, then turn all connected devices off. 1. Connect one end of the A/V cable to the A/V terminal of the ViviCam 5386.

  • Page 44: Deleting Images/Video Clips

    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. To delete the latest single image/video clip 1.

  • Page 45: Protecting Images/Video Clips

    Protecting Images/Video Clips Set the data to read-only to prevent images from being erased by mistake. 1. Press the (Playback) button. PLAYBACK The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. DELETE SLIDE SHOW 2. In (Playback) mode, use to select the desired images. SLIDE SHOW PROTECT...

  • Page 46: Connecting To A Pictbridge Compliant Printer

    Connecting to a PictBridge Compliant Printer Even if you do not have a computer, you can connect the camera directly to a printer that supports PictBridge to perform image selection and printing using the camera monitor screen and controls. Connecting the camera to the printer 1.
  • Page 47 Step Figure Procedure to access in the selection of paper setting, then press the PRINT PAPER STANDARD SIZE button to confirm. BORDERLESS STANDARD [SIZE]: You may select the desired item depending on the type of printer being used. SELECT: SET: [BORDERLESS]: You may select the desired item depending on the type of printer being used.
  • Page 48 Step Figure Procedure to select [PRINT], then press the button to confirm. PRINT PRINT * The TRANSFERRING screen is displayed. CANCEL SELECT: SET: This starts printing and displays the message “TRANSFERRING” on the monitor screen.The message will disappear after the printing finished. T R A N S F E R R I N G CANCEL : * To cancel printing:...

  • Page 49: Transferring Files From Your Vivicam 5386 To Computer

    TRANSFERRING FILES FROM YOUR VIVICAM 5386 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 50: 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 5386 and load its own USB drivers. EN-50...

  • Page 51: Step 2: Connect The Vivicam 5386 To Your Computer

    Step 2: Connect the ViviCam 5386 to your computer 1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing the power (ON/OFF) button. 2. Press to select the [CUSTOM] menu, then use to select [USB]. PRINT 3. Use to select [PC], then press the button.

  • Page 52: Step 3: Download Images Or Video Clips

    Step 3: Download images or video clips When the ViviCam 5386 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 53: 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 54: 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 ViviCam 5386s or scanners. Organize them conveniently with the Visual Browse mode.

  • Page 55: Installing Adobe Acrobat Reader

    INSTALLING ADOBE ACROBAT READER The CD-ROM includes a PDF (portable document format) copy of the user’s manual. To view a PDF you must have Adobe Acrobat Reader installed in your computer. Adobe Acrobat Reader is included on the camera CD ROM. Using Adobe Acrobat Reader, you can read the user’s manual and print sections of interest.

  • Page 56: User Manual

    User Manual on the CD-ROM is that you have Acrobat Reader (Adobe 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 camera into the CD-ROM drive.

  • Page 57: Menu Options

    MENU OPTIONS Camera Menu This menu is for the basic settings to be used when capturing still images. PICTURE FUNCTION PICTURE FUNCTION PICTURE FUNCTION AE/AWB AUTO AUTO IMAGE SIZE IMAGE SIZE EXPOSURE +0.7 QUALITY QUALITY W.BALANCE FOCUS AUTO SHARPNESS COLOR 1 / 4 1 / 3 1 / 5...
  • Page 58 Item Functional Description FOCUS You can take images with the distance to the subject set by auto focus, macro or infinity. AUTO MACRO INFINITY CAPTURE Sets the recording method at the time of taking pictures. MODE SINGLE BURST In P , Mode PICTURE Item...
  • Page 59 PICTURE Item Functional Description COLOR Sets the color of the image that will be captured. FULL COLOR BLACK & WHITE SEPIA SATURATION To capture an image, your camera offers you three different degrees of color to match with your preference. Your images will demonstrate different impression by selecting different degrees of color.
  • Page 60 AE/AWB Item Functional Description EXPOSURE Sets to obtain the correct exposure when the subject is much brighter or darker than the background. The EV compensation value can be set in the range from –2.0EV to +2.0EV. W. BALANCE Sets the white balance photographing under a variety of lighting conditions and permits photographs to be taken that approach the conditions that are seen by the human eye.

  • Page 61: Video Menu

    Video Menu This menu is for the basic settings to be used when recording video clips. VIDEO COLOR FULL COLOR COLOR BLACK & WHITE SEPIA 1 / 3 SET : SET : EXIT : EXIT : 1 / 1 1. Rotate the mode dial to mode and turn your camera on.

  • Page 62: Playback Menu

    Playback Menu In the (Playback) menu, set which settings are to be used for playback. PLAYBACK RESIZE COPY TO CARD COPY 1 / 6 SET : EXIT : 5 / 6 1. Press the (Playback) button. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. 2.
  • Page 63 1280x960 640x480 COPY TO Allows you to copy your files from the ViviCam 5386’s internal memory to a CARD memory card. Of course, you can only do this if you have a memory card installed and some files in internal memory.

  • Page 64: Setup Menu

    Setup Menu This feature allows you to set up the default settings by preference for using your camera. BASIC BASIC BASIC CUSTOM CUSTOM CUSTOM RESET NUMBER LOUDER DATE & TIME Y/M/D Y/M/D NTSC 3 MIN. POWER OFF DATE IMPRINT NTSC FORMAT LANGUAGE ENGLISH...
  • Page 65 Item Functional Description SET TO Returns all basic settings to the ViviCam 5386’s default settings. The time DEFAULT setting will not be reset. * YES / NO RESET Set whether or not to reset the file number when you take photographs. This NUMBER creates a new folder.
  • Page 66 CUSTOM settings Item Functional Description DATE & TIME This sets the date and the time. Refer to section in this manual titled “Setting the Date and Time” for further details. * Y/M/D Y/M/D * D/M/Y * M/D/Y Sets video output system of the video equipment that you are going to connect to the camera.

  • Page 67: Connecting The Vivicam 5386 To Other Devices

    CONNECTING THE VIVICAM 5386 TO OTHER DEVICES EN-67...

  • Page 68: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Item Description Image Sensor Effective pixels 5.0 Mega pixels Image size Still image: 2560 x 1920, 2048 x 1536, 1280 x 960, 640 x 480 Video clip: 320 x 240 Image quality Still image: Fine, Normal, Economy Movie image: Economy Recording media 12MB internal memory SD memory card (Optional, up to 512 MB)

  • Page 69: Appendix

    APPENDIX Troubleshooting Guide Symptom Possible causes Solutions / Corrective Actions * The battery has run out. Load new or fully charged battery. Power does not * Load the battery in the correct direction. * The battery is not oriented correctly. turn on.

  • Page 70: 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.

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