Vivitar Vivicam 3740 User Manual
V3740 Digital Camera
User manual
020901V
About this Manual
This manual makes using the Digital Camera as easy as
possible. Information in this document has been carefully
checked for accuracy; however, no guarantee is given
to the correctness of the contents. The information in this
document is subject to change without notice.
Copyright
(c) Copyright 2003
This document contains proprietary information
protected by copyright. All rights are reserved.
Trademarks
All trademarks and registered trademarks are the
property of their respective owners.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 – Getting Started............................................................................. 1
Safety Information............................................................................... 2
Included Components....................................................................... 3
Camera Overview .............................................................................. 4
Front View .............................................................................. 4
Back View.............................................................................. 6
Right View.............................................................................. 8
Installing the Memory Card ............................................................... 9
Installing the Batteries....................................................................... 11
Choosing a Language ..................................................................... 13
Chapter 2 – Taking Pictures............................................................................ 15
Preparing the Camera ..................................................................... 15
Selecting the Camera Mode.......................................................... 16
Framing the Shot ............................................................................... 16
Zooming and Shooting..................................................................... 17
Automatic Image Processing ......................................................... 17
Taking a picture................................................................................. 17
Protecting the Camera.................................................................... 18
Chapter 3 – Reviewing Your Pictures............................................................ 19
Switching to Playback Mode.......................................................... 19
Full-Screen Review ............................................................. 19
Thumbnail Review .............................................................. 20
Chapter 4 – Connecting to a Computer..................................................... 21
Installing Software .............................................................................22
Making the Connection................................................................... 24
Copying Photos to a PC .................................................................. 25
Using PC Camera Mode.................................................................. 26
Chapter 5 – Mode / Operation Guide......................................................... 28
Capture Mode................................................................................... 28
FLASH Menu......................................................................... 29
PRESET Menu ....................................................................... 30
RESOLUTION......................................................................... 31
SELF-TIMER ............................................................................ 32
CONTINUOUS ...................................................................... 33
Movie Mode....................................................................................... 34
Digital zoom ........................................................................ 34
Focus ................................................................................................... 35
Landscape ..........................................................................35
Portrait .................................................................................. 35
Playback Mode ................................................................................. 36
Delete................................................................................... 37
Setup Menu ........................................................................................ 38
Language ............................................................................ 39
Auto Off ...............................................................................40
Buzzer.................................................................................... 41
TV Out................................................................................... 42
Opening............................................................................... 43
Format .................................................................................. 43
Memory Type ...................................................................... 45
USB ........................................................................................ 46
Chapter 6 – Using the LCD Screen................................................................ 47
Appendix 1 – Button Function Guide ...........................................................51
Appendix 2 – Specification ............................................................................ 52
Appendix 3 – Troubleshooting Guide ........................................................... 53
Chapter 1 – Getting Started
This chapter describes the features of the camera along
with the components, a camera overview, and
instructions on getting started.
Features
• Digital zoom (4X)
• Up to 2048 x 1536 resolution
• Interpolated resolution up to 6.6 Megapixels (2976 x
2232)
• Video capture resolution 512X384, 15 fps
• 1.5" TFT color screen
• USB 1.1 interface
• Built-in 8 MB flash memory
• Auto-exposure, fixed focus
• Flash modes:
• Auto /On / Off
• White balance modes:
• Auto / Sun / Shade / Fluorescent
• Self-Timer mode
• Full-Screen or Thumbnail Review modes
• PC camera function
• Mass storage hard disk function
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Safety Information
1. Do not disassemble the camera. Touching the product's
internal parts could result in injury. In the event of a
malfunction or if the camera is accidentally broken
open, take the product to an authorized service center
for inspection.
2. Avoid contact with liquid crystal. Should the LCD Screen
break, care should be taken to avoid injury due to
broken glass and to prevent the liquid crystal from
touching the skin or entering the eyes or mouth.
3. Do not use in the presence of flammable gas. Using
electronic equipment near flammable gas could result
in explosion or fire.
4. Observe proper precautions when handling batteries.
The camera uses only AA Alkaline, NiMH, or Lithium
batteries. Batteries may leak or explode if handled
improperly. Remove the batteries (and the memory
card) from the camera if you are going to store the
camera for extended periods. Ensure the camera is
turned off before inserting or removing batteries. Insert
batteries correctly. Do not expose batteries to flame or
excessive heat. Do not immerse batteries in or expose
to water. Discontinue use immediately if you notice any
changes in the battery such as discoloration,
deformation, or leakage.
5. Observe caution when operating the flash. Do not use
the flash close to anyone's eyes. This can cause
temporary damage to eyesight. Particular care should
be observed when photographing infants - keep the
flash at a distance of at least 1 meter from infants' eyes.
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Included Components
Included Components
Your digital camera comes equipped with the following
components. Please check to make sure all items are
included.
1. User manual 6. Quick Reference Guide
2. Digital Camera 7. Camera Protector
3. Two (2) AA Alkaline Batteries 8. Video Cable
4. Installation CD-ROM 9. Neck Strap Loop
5. USB Cable
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Camera Overview
The front, rear, bottom, and top views of the digital
camera are shown on the following pages. Take a
moment to review these illustrations to familiarize yourself
with the terms used in this manual.
Front View
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1. Shutter Button: Press this button to take pictures, or
to select menu options.
2. Mode Switch: Slide to select the camera mode:
Capture, Movie, or Playback.
3. Power Button: Press this button to turn on the
digital camera. Press it again to turn it off.
4. Built-in Flash: The flash allows the camera to take
pictures in low light conditions and can be used in
bright conditions to remove unwanted shadows.
5. Video Out Port: Connect your video out cable
here and the other end to your television set in
order to use the television to preview your
pictures.
6. USB Port: The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is used
to connect the camera to a PC as well as for
transferring photos. The USB port also enables you
to use the camera as a PC camera.
7. Len Focus Switch: Optimize the focus for portrait or
landscape style photos.
8. Lens: The lens focuses the light onto the digital
image capturing circuitry. For the best picture
quality, care should be taken to ensure it remains
free of dust, fingerprints, and scratches.
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Back View
1. LCD Screen: Use the LCD Screen to preview
photos. While in the Setup menu, use the LCD
Screen to view configuration details.
2. Left Button: Use the Left Button to cycle to the left
during picture playback. In capture mode and
movie mode, use the Left Button to reduce the EV
level.
3. Zoom-in/up Button: Use the Zoom-in Button to
zoom-in on your subject while in Capture mode. In
Playback mode, use this button to zoom-in on a
photo. The Zoom-in button is also used to move
up through menus.
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4. Right Button: Use Right Button to cycle to the right
during picture Playback. In capture mode and
movie mode, use the Right Button to increase the
EV level.
5. Zoom-out/down Button: Use the Zoom-out Button
to zoom-out on your subject while in Capture
mode. In Playback mode, use this button to
Zoom-out and switch between Thumbnail Review
and Full-Screen modes. The Zoom-out button is
also used to move down through menus.
6. Neck Strap Loop: Use the Neck Strap Loop to fix
the neck strap to the camera for easy carrying.
7. MENU Button: Use the MENU Button to enter the
menu system.
8. DISP Button: Use the DISP Button to cycle through
the various display options: LCD, backlight, and
status information all turned on; LCD and
backlight on but no status information.
9. Tripod Connector: Use the Tripod Connector to fix
the camera to a tripod. This optional accessory is
used to hold the camera still. It is especially useful
for taking low light night pictures.
10. Power LED: Indicates the power status. In Playback
and Movie mode, the power LED is always on.
When using the flash in Capture mode, the LED
blinks once every second until the flash is fully
charged.
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Right View
1. Battery / Memory Card Cover: Opens to allow
access to the battery chambers as well as the
memory card slot.
2. Battery Chamber: Takes two AA Alkaline, NiMH, or
Lithium batteries.
3. Memory Card Slot: Accepts an MMC or SD Card
to store images. For more information, see
Memory Type on page 45.
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Installing the Memory Card
Installing the Memory Card
To install the memory card:
1. Turn off the camera.
2. Open the battery / memory card compartment
by pressing the cover and sliding it in the direction
of the arrow as shown.
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3. Insert the memory card with the notched corner
facing the outside edge of the camera (gold
circuitry facing toward the back of the camera).
Notch
4. Close the battery / memory card cover.
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Installing the Batteries
Installing the Batteries
To install or replace the batteries:
1. Turn off the camera.
2. Open the battery compartment on the bottom of
the camera by pressing the cover and sliding it in
the direction of the arrow as shown.
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3. Insert the batteries into the chamber making sure
that the positive
and negative ends are
properly oriented, as indicated by the battery
icons in the compartment.
4. Close the battery cover.
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Choosing a Language
Choosing a Language
The digital camera can display text in English, Spanish,
German, French, Italian, Dutch, Chinese, and Japanese.
To select a different language:
1. Turn the camera on.
2. Press the MENU Button to display the menu.
3. Use the down button (W) to select SETUP then
press the right button (+)
to enter the SETUP menu
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4. Use the down button (
W)
to select LANGUAGE
and then press the right button (+).
5. Use the up and down button to select the
language you want to use and then press the
right button to set the language.
6. Press the MENU button to exit.
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