VistaQuest VQ-2000 User Manual

User’s Manual

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Contents

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1 Introduction------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1

Overview----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Warnings and Precautions-----------------------------------------------------------------

Package Contents----------------------------------------------------------------------------

System Requirements-----------------------------------------------------------------------

Camera Features-----------------------------------------------------------------------------

2 Installing the Batteries-----------------------------------------------------------------------

3 Insert/Remove SD/MMC Memory Cards-----------------------------------------------

4 Capturing Images-----------------------------------------------------------------------------

Power On the camera -----------------------------------------------------------------------

Power Off the camera -----------------------------------------------------------------------

5 Camera Status Icons ------------------------------------------------------------------------

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6 Display Information and flows-------------------------------------------------------------

7 Capture an Image----------------------------------------------------------------------------

8 Using Flash Light----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12

9 Self-Time---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 13

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AVI Capture------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 13

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Delete the Last Image----------------------------------------------------------------------- 14

Delete All Images----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 14

Techniques for Capturing the Best Images--------------------------------------------- 14

Deleting Images------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 14

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Uninstalling Software------------------------------------------------------------------------ 17

Uninstalling Camera’s Driver-------------------------------------------------------------- 17

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For Windows 98/me customers----------------------------------------------------------- 18

For Windows XP------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 18

For Windows 2000/me/98------------------------------------------------------------------ 18

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Installing Camera’s Driver and Software------------------------------------------------ 16

Uninstalling Software and Camera’s Driver-------------------------------------------- 17

Downloading Images to A Computer----------------------------------------------------- 18

Arsoft PhotoImpression 5------------------------------------------------------------------- 19

Arcsoft VideoImpression 2----------------------------------------------------------------- 21

Using VQ2000 In PC-Cam Mode--------------------------------------------------------- 23

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Checking the Connecting of Your VQ2000 -------------------------------------------- 23

Internet Video Conferencing-------------------------------------------

Using the Camera with NetMeeting------------------------------------------------------ 25

Specifications---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 26

Attached Leaflet------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 27

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WARNING

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When the battery icon is blinking,

download the pictures to your computer, immediately,

and change the batteries; otherwise,

your images will be lost.

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1. Introduction

Overview

Thank you for purchasing a VistaQuest digital camera. It can capture digital images,
short video-clips (continuous shooting mode), and it can also serve as a PC/Web camera.

The camera is equipped with 8 MB of memory to store your images and movie clips.

You may download your images and movie clips to your computer using the USB cable
and included software.

Warnings and Precautions

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:

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:

1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver

3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B

receiver is connected

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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.

GENERAL WARNINGS –

Do not use batteries other than those specified for use with the camera. The use of
unsuitable batteries may result in the batteries splitting or leaking and causing a fire,
injury, or soiling of the battery compartment.

When placing batteries in the camera, check the polarity of the batteries (- and +) to
ensure proper orientation. Incorrect polarity may result in the batteries splitting or leaking
and causing a fire, injury, or soiling of the battery compartment.

Remove the batteries if the camera 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.
Wash your hands carefully if you touch the battery fluid. Please note that when you
remove the batteries your images will be lost from the camera memory.

WARNING: Handling the USB cable on this product may expose you to lead, a chemical
known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash your hands after handling.

TRADEMARK INFORMATION -

Microsoft® and Windows® are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Pentium® is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. Other names and products may
be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owner.

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Package Contents

1. Camera

2. USB cable

3. Software

4. User’s Manual

5. Two AA batteries

6. Hand strap

Note:

Included components may vary, as specified by local retailers and locations.
Check with your retailer for specifics.

System Requirements

You must use a computer to download the images from your camera. The computer that
you use must meet the following minimum requirements:

1. Windows SE 98/Me/2000/XP

2. Direct X 8.0, or higher

3. 128 MB RAM

4. 60 MB hard disk space available

5. Available USB port

6. CD-ROM drive

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Camera Features

1. Shutter Button

2. Flash

3. Viewfinder

4. USB Port

5. Lens

6. Self-Timer LED

7. Power/Mode Button

8. ENTER Button

9. Status LCD

10. Tripod Socket

11. Strap Eyelet

12. Battery Compartment Cover

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2. Installing the Batteries

Step 1:

door.

Step 2:

Shown.
Step 3: Close the battery cover.

Warning:

cause all images in memory to be lost immediately. If you open the battery door when
the camera is OFF (when changing the batteries) you must close the door within thirty
(30) seconds or your images will be erased from memory.

Notes:

1. Always download your images to your computer soon after you have captured them.
Never assume your images will be retained for more than three or four days. If the
batteries are depleted, your images will be lost.

2. If you must change the batteries, makes sure the camera is OFF and then changes the
batteries in less than thirty (30) seconds.

3. If you will not use the camera for a long time (several days, or more) remove the

batteries. The batteries will discharge slowly if left in the camera. This may cause
complete battery discharge as well as loss of images. The batteries may corrode if
left in the camera for extended periods of time.

4. Dispose of batteries properly in accordance with local laws and regulations. Do not
place them in fire.

5. The camera has an automatic power-saving feature. The camera will turn off
automatically if it has not been used after approximately sixty (60) seconds.

6. When the camera is connected to a computer using a USB cable, it is not necessary to
use batteries because the camera uses the power provided by the computer through
the USB interface.

Open the battery door by lifting the tab on the

Insert two AA batteries with the polarity as

Do not open the battery door when the camera is powered ON. This will

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3. Insert/Remove SD/MMC Memory Cards

The camera accepts a Secure Digital (SD) or a Multimedia
Card (MMC) memory card up to 256MB capacity.
The memory card takes priority over the internal memory.
Whenever a memory card is inserted the camera will immediately
use the memory card in preference to the internal memory.
Therefore, when a memory card is inserted, the camera will
store images and videos on the memory card. Likewise,
the camera will playback images and videos that are stored
on the memory card only. To access internal memory remove
the memory card.
Inserting a Memory Card
Insert an SD or MMC card into the memory card slot located on the side of the camera,
and gently press down with your finger.
Removing a Memory Card
Gently press down on the memory card and it will partially eject. Pull the card out with
your fingers.

Note: To use the internal memory (8MB), please remove the memory card first.