Mustek VDC-300 User Manual 2
VDC-300
USER’S MANUAL
Getting Started
Camera Operation
Getting Connected
Software Applications
ViewFun
Appendices
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Copyright © 1998
Printed in Taiwan, July, 1998.
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• Reorient the receiving antenna
• Increase the distance between the equipment and the
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
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
FCC Statement
This digital equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if it is not
installed and used according to the instruction manual, it may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment causes harmful interference to radio
or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off or on, try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
1. The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.
2. Shielded interface cables and AC power cord, if any, must be
used in order to comply with the emission limits.
Contents
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Chapter 1: Getting Started
Supported Computer Systems ...........................................7
Package Contents ............................................................. 7
Your Video Digital Camera .................................................7
Power Supply ................................................................... 9
Installing the Batteries.................................................9
Using an AC Adapter.................................................. 9
Low-Battery Indicator..................................................9
Compact Flash Card........................................................ 10
Installing the Compact Flash Card.............................. 10
Removing the Compact Flash Card ............................ 10
Chapter 2: Camera Operation
The LCD Menu- Camera Mode ...................................... 12
Functions ................................................................. 12
Flash ................................................................... 13
Quality ................................................................ 13
White Balance ..................................................... 13
Exposure ............................................................. 13
Self-timer ............................................................. 13
Auto-Off ............................................................. 14
LCD Brightness ................................................... 14
TV System Type .................................................. 14
Information Display ............................................. 14
Language ............................................................ 14
Capturing Images .................................................... 15
Processing........................................................... 15
The LCD Menu- Playback Mode .................................... 16
Functions ................................................................. 16
Four Picture Mode ............................................... 16
Delete Menu........................................................ 16
Delete All ............................................................ 17
Protecting/Unprotecting Images ........................... 17
Viewing Images ....................................................... 17
On the Camera LCD ..........................................................17
On the TV...........................................................................17
On the PC ...........................................................................17
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Chapter 3: Getting Connected
Connecting to the TV ..................................................... 19
Viewing Images ......................................................... 19
Real-time Display ...................................................... 19
Connecting to the VCR ................................................... 20
Recording Real-time Video ......................................... 20
Connecting to the PC .................................................... 20
Chapter 4: Software Applications
Software Installation ..................................................... 22
Windows 95/NT 4.0/98 .............................................. 22
Transferring Images to the PC (Importing) ................... 23
The Photo Album ........................................................... 24
The Setting Functions ............................................... 25
Selecting Images ....................................................... 25
Protecting Images ..................................................... 26
Deleting Images ........................................................ 26
The Control Panel ..................................................... 26
Camera Mode ..................................................... 26
Capturing Images ......................................... 26
Playback Mode .................................................... 27
Viewing Images ............................................ 27
Transferring Images ............................................... 27
To the PC (Import)............................................... 27
To an image editing application (Transfer) ........... 27
To the camera (Upload) ........................................ 27
The Help System ............................................................ 28
Chapter 5: ViewFun
Hardware Installation...................................................... 30
Starting ViewFun ............................................................ 30
Functions....................................................................... 31
View Window ................................................................. 31
The Video Album............................................................ 31
The Photo Album ........................................................... 32
Settings.......................................................................... 33
The Advanced Settings .................................................. 33
The Video Folder ....................................................... 34
The Picture Folder ..................................................... 35
The E-mail Folder ...................................................... 35
The Language Folder ................................................ 35
Recording a Video Clip ................................................. 36
Taking a Picture ........................................................... 36
E-mailing a Video Clip or Picture .................................. 36
Appendices
Trouble Shooting ........................................................... 38
Specifications ................................................................. 40
Glossary......................................................................... 41
Technical Support........................................................... 43
Preface
Thank you for your purchase of the VDC-300. This guide covers all
of the features and functions of the camera.
In this user guide you will find the following topics:
Chapter 1: Getting Started
This chapter explains how to make your camera operational.
Chapter 2: Camera Operation
This chapter gives you step-by-step instructions on how to operate
the various functions of the camera.
Chapter 3: Getting Connected
This chapter gives you detailed instructions on how to connect and
use the camera with the TV, VCR, and computer.
Chapter 4: Software Applications
This chapter describes in detail how to use the camera’s software
(The Photo Album).
Chapter 5: ViewFun
This chapter explains the features and functions of the included
multi-function software.
Appendices
Provides troubleshooting information and specifications for the
camera along with a manual index and technical support information.
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Chapter
Supported Computer Systems ................................. 7
Package Contents ................................................... 7
Your Video Digital Camera ..................................... 7
Power Supply .......................................................... 9
Installing the Batteries.........................................9
Using an AC Adapter..........................................9
Low-Battery Indicator..........................................9
Compact Flash Card .............................................. 10
Installing the Compact Flash Card...................... 10
Removing the Compact Flash Card .................... 10
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Getting Started
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Supported Computer Systems
This camera complies with the TWAIN standards, the industry
standard for imaging hardware and software. TWAIN eliminates
compatibility problems with software and input devices from
different vendors. The following are the minimum system
requirements for optimum performance with color images:
• Pentium/486 PC or notebook computer
• Windows 95/NT 4.0/98
• 16 MB RAM
• 20 MB available hard disk space for software installation
• VGA or Super VGA color monitor
Package Contents
• VDC-300 camera including 4 AA batteries
• USB and RS232 connection cables
• NTSC and PAL video output cable
• 7.5V DC, 2A Power Adapter
• Camera strap and carrying bag
• Installation CD (TWAIN Driver, iPhoto)
• User's Manuals
Your Video Digital Camera
The camera is equipped with a number of different features and
functions. To better understand and familiarize yourself with these
features and functions, please refer to the following pages before
using the camera.
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1. Power Button: Turns the camera on/off.
2. Shutter button: Captures the image into the camera.
3. LED Indicator: Displays the current camera mode
(green=camera, orange = playback).
4. Mode Button: Switches between the two camera
modes (capturing images and displaying them).
5. Cable Panel: Contains the AC Power Adapter,
USB, Video, and RS232 connection terminals.
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6. LCD Panel: The Liquid Crystal Display panel allows you to
view real-time display, the menu functions, and image playback.
7. LCD On/Off: Turns the LCD on or off.
8. Menu Button: Displays the camera’s function menu in the LCD.
9. Select (Up): Scrolls up/backward through the function menu or
captured images.
10.Select (Down): Scrolls down/forward through the function
menu or captured images.
11.Enter Button: Selects the options from the function menu.
12.Viewfinder: Allows for viewing of the subject.
13 Compact Flash Card Panel: Allows for insertion or removal
of the optional CF card.
14 Strap Holder: Allows the camera strap to connect to the
camera for easy and safe carrying.
15 Battery Compartment: Allows for loading or unloading of the
batteries.
16.Tripod Holder: Allows a tripod to be secured to the bottom of
the camera.
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1. Viewfinder: Allows you to position the subject in the image
that will be captured.
2. Lens: Allows the camera to focus on the subject and to capture
the image once the shutter button has been pressed.
3. Iris Selector: Allows for the adjustment of light levels
entering the camera.
4. LED Indicator: Alerts you when the self-timer is about to take
the picture.
1. AC Power Adapter Terminal:
Allows the camera to be connected
to an AC power supply.
2. USB Terminal: Allows the camera
to be connected to a computer via a
USB interface.
3. RS232 Terminal: Allows the
camera to be connected to a
computer via a serial interface.
4. Video Terminal: Allows the
camera to be connected to a
television or VCR.
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Power Supply
Installing the Batteries
The camera comes with 4 AA alkaline batteries. Please refer to the
inside of the battery compartment lid or the following illustration to
properly install the batteries.
Using an AC Adapter
To save battery power, you may also use a standard (7.5v/2 amp)
AC power adapter.
To connect an AC power adapter:
• Plug the adapter into an appropriate AC outlet.
• Open the panel and insert the power adapter into the top slot as
shown.
Low-Battery Indicator
When the battery power becomes low, the battery icon will display and blink in your LCD. To continue to use the camera, either
replace the batteries or connect the AC power adapter. The images
will remain in the camera’s memory for an indefinite period of time.
Note: Extended use of the LCD causes rapid battery usage. Therefore, we recommend using rechargeable batteries or the AC power
adapter whenever possible.
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Compact Flash Card
The camera is equipped with a built-in Compact Flash Memory
Card port that allows you to use an optional, DOS compatible,
compact flash card (CF card) to store images. Using a CF card
overrides the internal memory of the camera enabling you to capture
more images if the internal memory is full.
You may use the optional CF card to store your images. Each MB
of memory can store approximately 4 High, 10 Standard, or 23
Economic quality images, or any combination of the three.
Note: Do not use a CF card with a memory capacity over 32 MB or
you will render the camera inoperable.
Note: Installing a new CF card requires a small amount of the CF
card’s memory capacity to create a directory for storing images.
Installing the Compact Flash Card
• Open the CF card panel (shown below).
• Slide the CF card firmly into the slot (shown below).
• Close the CF card panel.
Once a CF card is installed it automatically becomes the main
memory of the camera, and all functions of the camera (quality,
protect, etc.) refer to the images on or being captured to the card and
not images in the internal memory. To return the function reference
to the camera’s internal memory, simply remove the CF card.
Removing the Compact Flash Card
Open the CF card panel and pull the CF card out of the slot.
Note: The camera will signal you with two short beeps every time
you insert or remove the CF card, as well as every time you turn the
camera’s power on.
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The LCD Menu- Camera Mode .............................. 12
Functions ........................................................ 12
Flash .......................................................... 13
Quality ....................................................... 13
White Balance ............................................ 13
Exposure .................................................... 13
Self-timer .................................................... 13
Auto-Off .................................................... 14
LCD Brightness .......................................... 14
TV System Type ......................................... 14
Information Display .................................... 14
Language ................................................... 14
Capturing Images ............................................ 15
Processing.................................................. 15
The LCD Menu- Playback Mode ............................ 16
Functions ........................................................ 16
Four Picture Mode ...................................... 16
Delete Menu............................................... 16
Delete All ................................................... 17
Protecting/Unprotecting Images.................. 17
Viewing Images ............................................... 17
On the Camera LCD .................................... 17
On the TV................................................... 17
On the PC ................................................... 17
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Camera Operation
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Camera Operation
This chapter explains the camera’s operation features and settings
in detail.
The camera has two modes, Camera and Playback. Both modes
offer various functions specific to that particular mode. The LED on
the top of the camera will display the current mode you are in (Green
= Camera, Orange = Playback). In order to use the individual functions of each mode, you must first display and select them using the
appropriate LCD menu.
The LCD Menu- Camera Mode
• Power on the camera.
• Press the Menu button. The camera mode functions are dis-
played on the LCD.
Selecting a Camera Function:
1. Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll through the list of options.
2. Press Enter to select or toggle an option.
3. A red up or down arrow indicates there are additional menu selec-
tions available.
4. Press the menu button to exit the menu screen.
5. The selected function’s icon is displayed on the LCD panel.
Functions
The following menu lists the functions available in Camera mode.
MENU
FLASH: ON/ON /AUTO/
AUTO /OFF
QUALITY: ECON/STD/HIGH
W.B.: AUTO/OUTDOOR
INDOOR+/INDOOREXPOSURE: -2/-1/0/+1/+2
SELF-TIMER: YES/NO
AUTO-OFF: YES/NO
LCD BRIGHT: -2/-1/0/+1/+2
TV: NTSC/PAL
INFO DISP: YES/NO
LANGUAGE: ENG,GER,FRE,
SPA,ITA,DUT,POR
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(1) FLASH:
The camera is equipped with five flash modes:
ON: the flash will fire with every image capture.
ON : the same as ON, preceded by a flash which reduces
red-eye.
AUTO: whenever there is insufficient light, the camera
automatically detects and fires the flash.
AUTO : the same as AUTO, preceded by a flash
which reduces red-eye.
OFF: no flash is fired.
Note: The flash will need to be charged prior to, and right after being
used. The flash icon will blink in the LCD and stops once the flash is
ready for use.
(2) QUALITY:
Quality determines the file size and the effect of the captured
image that is displayed or printed and is based on the amount of
compression. High quality images appear sharp since the camera is
not compressing the information as much, but also require more
space for storage.
There are three quality modes:
• Economic- 40 KB of memory space per image.
• Standard- 92 KB of memory space per image.
• High- 232 KB of memory space per image.
Note: The camera’s internal 2 MB memory can store up to 46 Economic, 20 Standard, or 8 High quality images (depending on the
compression ratio), or any combination of the three.
(3) White Balance:
White Balance adjusts the camera's color sensitivity to match the
prevailing color of white outdoor light, yellow indoor light, or (sometimes) greenish fluorescent light. The camera is equipped with four
white balance modes. Select the white balance mode that most closely
matches the light in which you're using the camera.
Auto: automatically adjusts according to surrounding light (default)
Outdoor: for natural light
Indoor +: for fluorescent lighting
Indoor -: for incandescent lighting (bulb light)
Note: If the image color is not accurate when using the Auto mode,
try moving the camera to acclimate the Auto white balance sensor.
(4) Exposure:
Exposure controls the amount of light (brightness) that appears in
a captured image. The LCD menu has five exposure settings, ranging
from -2 to +2 (darker to lighter), allowing you to control the amount
of light in your images.
If your images are too:
• bright, decrease (-) the exposure value to darken them.
• dark, increase (+) the exposure value to lighten them.
(5) The Self-Timer:
This feature allows you to delay the capturing of an image
for ten seconds giving you time to get into some of your
own pictures.
To activate this function:
1. Select Self-Timer from the LCD menu.
2. Position the camera on a flat stationary surface or mount it on a
tripod.
3. Center the image to be captured using the viewfinder or LCD.
4. Press the Shutter button and get in the picture.
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