Argus QC3195 User Manual
ARGUS QC-3195B
USER MANUAL
Package Contents:
Argus QC-3195 3.2MP Digital Camera
Battery Charger with 4 Rechargeable
AAA Batteries
Camera Pouch
Mini Tripod
Cleaning Cloth
Driver and Software CD
Table of Contents
Safety and General Information..........................2
Getting to Know Your Camera............................4
Camera Setup........................................................6
Driver Installation...............................................12
Specifications.......................................................18
Troubleshooting..................................................18
Battery Charger..................................................20
Safety and General Information
Thank you for purchasing the Argus QC-3195B. We
hope that you enjoy this camera for years of troublefree operation. Please read this manual carefully before
using the camera and follow the instructions to avoid
any damage that could be caused by improper operation.
Caution
The software CD-ROM packaged with the camera is
designed to be used with a personal computer only. Do
not attempt to play this CD-ROM on a stereo or CD
player as this may cause damage to both the disc and the
CD player.
This camera is a precision electronic device. Do not
attempt to service this camera yourself. Opening or
removing the cover may expose you to dangerous
voltages or other risks. Further, avoid exposing this
camera to direct sunlight as doing so could cause a fire.
Before Using Your Camera
Use your camera to shoot several trial images before
taking pictures of important subjects to ensure proper
operation. Any loss caused by the malfunction of this
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product (such as costs of photography or loss of benefit
generated by the photography) is not the responsibility
of Argus Camera Company and no compensation will be
given for it.
Copyright Information
Unless agreed by the rightful owner, pictures taken
with this digital camera cannot be used in violation
of copyright law. Moreover, when there is a “No
Photography” restriction in place, you cannot record any
performance, improvisation, or exhibit even for personal
use. Any transfer of pictures or memory cards with data
must be conducted under the constraints of copyright law.
Caution When Using the Camera
This product consists of intricate electrical parts. To
ensure that the camera photographs normally, do not
drop or hit the camera when taking pictures. Avoid
using or placing the camera in the following locations:
1. Damp and dusty places.
2. Sealed vehicles or other places exposed to direct
sunlight or subject to extreme temperatures.
3. Turbulent environments.
Do not open the battery cover when the power is on as
this may cause a loss of images.
If the camera has gotten wet, immediately turn the
power OFF and remove the batteries. Do not attempt
to dry it with an external heat source.
How to Maintain Your Camera
1. If the lens, LCD display, or viewfinder is dirty, please
use the accompanying cleaning cloth to wipe the surface
clean. Avoid touching these areas with your fingers.
2. When not in use, keep the camera in its carrying case,
otherwise you risk scratching the lens, LCD display, or
viewfinder.
3. Do not use soap, detergent, or other solution to clean
the camera; use a clean, soft cloth only.
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Getting to know Your Camera
Camera Components Guide
1. Flash
2. Self-timer LED
3. Lens
4. Viewfinder
5. USB
6. Tripod mount
7. Flash LED
8. Shutter button
9. ON/OFF button
10. Strap bar
LCD display
11. Battery/Card slot cover
12. Up button
13. Right button
14. Menu button
15. Down button
16. Flash button
17. Playback button
18. Display button
19. Left button
20. LCD screen
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Prepare Your Camera for Use
Load Batteries and Memory Card
Open the battery cover and insert three of the included
AAA rechargeable batteries or three new alkaline
batteries according to the polarity indicated on the
battery door, then insert the memory card and close the
cover.
When the battery power is low, an icon will appear on
the screen. You will need to select what kind of battery
you are using. If you use alkaline batteries, you should
select 1 and the battery capacity icon will display half
full indicating that you will not be able to use the flash
but you will still be able to take pictures until the icon
displays empty; If you are using rechargeable batteries,
select 2 and the battery capacity icon will display full
indicating that you can take pictures until the icon shows
that the battery capacity is empty.
Turning the Camera ON/OFF
To turn the camera on, press the ON/OFF button for 2
to 3 seconds until the operation LED is lit. To turn off
the camera, press the ON/OFF button for 2 seconds.
The camera will also power off automatically after 30
seconds of inactivity if not connected to the computer
via the USB cable. The auto power off time can be
manually set as described in the Auto Power Off section
of this manual.
Camera Setup
Taking Pictures and Recording Options
Image Capture
Pressing the menu button will enter the capture select
menu. Press the UP or DOWN button to select the
desired capture mode, then press menu button to
confirm.
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Color Options
From the Image Capture menu, press the RIGHT button
to enter the Color Options menu. Press the UP or
DOWN button to select the item that you wish to adjust
and the menu button to enter the selected item.
Adjusting Exposure Value:
Selecting the desired White Balance:
Adjusting the Sharpness:
Resolution
Press the UP or DOWN button to select the desired
resolution and press the menu button to confirm.
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