Vivitar Vivicam 3780, Vivicam 3780s User Manual

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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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TRADEMARK INFORMATION

Microsoft® and Windows® are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation.
Pentium® is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.
Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
SDTM is a trademark.
Other names and products may be trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective owners.

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Notice:

1. Product design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
This includes primary product specifications, software, software drivers,
and user’s manual. This User Manual is a general reference guide for
the product.

2. The product and accessories that come with your ViviCam 3780s 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. Products very often vary
between retailers especially with accessories such as batteries,
chargers, AC adapters, memory cards, cables, carrying cases/
pouches, and language support. Occasionally a retailer will specify a
unique product color, appearance, and internal memory capacity.
Contact your dealer for precise product definition and included
accessories.

3. The manufacturer assumes no liability for any errors or discrepancies
in this user’s manual.

4. For driver updates and revisions to this manual, please refer to our
website.

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WARNINGS

Do not expose the camera to moisture and make sure no water gets into
the camera. Take particular care when using the camera under extreme
weather conditions, such as rain or snow, or when operating the camera
at the beach or near water. Avoid using this camera in places subject to
extreme moisture. Do not use the camera if water has entered the camera.
Turn the camera off and remove the batteries. Contact your dealer or
authorized service facility. Do not continue to use the camera as this may
cause a fire or an electrical shock.

Do not use the camera if any foreign objects have entered the camera.
Turn the camera off and remove the batteries. Contact your dealer or
authorized service facility. Do not continue to use the camera as this may
cause a fire or an electrical shock.

Do not place the camera in an unstable location such as on a wobbly table
or sloping surface where the camera may fall or tip over and cause injury.
If the camera has been dropped or damaged, turn the camera off and
remove the batteries. Contact your dealer or authorized service facility.
Do not continue to use the camera as this may cause a fire or an electrical
shock.

Do not insert or drop metallic or other foreign objects into the camera
through access points such as the memory card slot. This may cause a
fire or an electrical shock.

Do not attempt to modify this camera. Do not remove the camera casing.
This may cause a fire or an electrical shock. Internal inspection and
repairs should only be carried out by an authorized service facility.

Never operate this camera in any way while driving a vehicle. This may
cause a traffic accident.

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CAUTIONS

Do not place this camera in a location affected by oil fumes or steam, such as
near a cooking stove or humidifier. This may cause a fire or an electrical shock.

Do not leave this camera in a location subject to extremely high
temperatures, such as in a sealed vehicle or in direct sunlight. Exposure
to high temperatures may adversely affect the camera case and internal
components and may cause a fire.

Do not cover or wrap the camera with a cloth or quilt. This may cause heat
to build up and distort the camera case and cause a fire. Always use the
camera and accessories in well-ventilated locations.

Handle the camera carefully and do not expose the camera to shock or
vibration. Handling the camera roughly may cause a malfunction.

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

When placing the batteries into the camera, check the polarity markings
on the batteries ( - and + ) to ensure that the batteries are inserted
correctly. Incorrect battery polarity will result in camera inoperability and
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.

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 hands after handling.

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CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................... 8

Overview .................................................................................................. 8

Package Contents ................................................................................... 9

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VIVICAM 3780s ......................................... 10

Front View .............................................................................................. 10

Rear View .............................................................................................. 11

LCD Monitor Icons ................................................................................ 12

GETTING STARTED .............................................................................. 14

Installing Batteries ................................................................................. 14

Inserting an SD Memory Card (optional accessory) ........................... 15

Attaching the Hand Strap ...................................................................... 16

Turning the Power On/Off ..................................................................... 16

Setting the Date and Time ..................................................................... 17

Setting Image Resolution and Quality ................................................... 18

RECORD MODE .................................................................................... 19

Capturing Images .................................................................................. 19

Digital Zoom ........................................................................................... 20

Self-Timer .............................................................................................. 21

Flash ...................................................................................................... 22

PLAYBACK MODE .................................................................................. 23

Viewing Images ..................................................................................... 23

Zoom Playback ..................................................................................... 24

Displaying Thumbnail Images ............................................................... 24

Slideshow Display ................................................................................. 25

Deleting Images ..................................................................................... 26

Formatting Media ................................................................................... 28

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Copying the Contents of Internal Memory to a Memory Card ............ 29

Changing the ViviCam 3780s Startup Logo ......................................... 30

MOVIE MODE ........................................................................................ 31

Recording Video Clips ........................................................................... 31

Viewing Video Clips ............................................................................... 32

TRANSFERRING RECORDED IMAGES AND VIDEOS TO YOUR

COMPUTER ........................................................................................... 33

Step 1: Install the USB Mass-Storage Driver ....................................... 34

Step 2: Connecting the ViviCam 3780s to Your Computer .................. 35

Step 3: Downloading Image and Video Files ........................................ 36

INSTALLING PHOTOSUITE........................................................................37

INSTALLING PHOTOVISTA ................................................................... 38

INSTALLING ACROBAT READER................................................................39

USER'S MANUAL ON CD-ROM....................................................................40

USING THE VIVICAM 3780s AS A PC CAMERA .................................... 41

Step 1: Install the PC Camera Driver ................................................... 42

Step 2: Connecting the ViviCam 3780s to Your Computer ................. 42

Step 3: Running Your Application Software

(i.e. Windows NetMeeting) ....................................................... 43

MENU OPTIONS .................................................................................... 44

The Basic of the Menu Operation ......................................................... 44

OSD Menus ........................................................................................... 45

VIVICAM 3780s SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................ 51

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INTRODUCTION

Overview

Your new digital ViviCam 3780s delivers high quality, 2912 x 2184 resolution
images using a 3.0 Mega pixel imager. Using the 1.5” TFT color image
LCD monitor, you can compose images and then examine them in detail.
An automatic flash sensor automatically detects the shooting (lighting)
conditions and determines whether the flash should be used. This feature
helps ensure that your images turn out right.

16MB internal memory (14MB available for image storage) lets you
capture and store images without the need for an additional memory
card. However, you may wish to expand the memory capacity (up to
512MB capacity) by using an external memory card.

In addition to still images, you can record short videos using the movie
function.

Images you have captured can be downloaded to your computer using the
USB cable (USB driver required for Win 98 and Mac OS 8.6) You can
enhance and retouch your images on your computer by using the provided
editing software, or image editing software you may already own. You may
share your images with your friends via e-mail, in a report, or on a website.

The illustrations in this manual are for the purpose of explanation and may differ from
the actual setting of your ViviCam 3780s.

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Package Contents

Carefully unpack your ViviCam 3780s and ensure that you have the following
items:

Common Product Components:

Digital Camera
USB cable
Software CD-ROM
User’s manual
Camera strap
Batteries

Common (Optional) Accessories:

Memory card
Camera pouch

Accessories and components vary by retailer.

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VIVICAM
3780s

Front View

1. Strap eyelet

2. Lens cover

3. Lens

4. Self-timer LED

5. Flash

6. POWER Power button

7. Shutter button

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Rear View

1. Focus switch

Macro mode

Normal mode

2. Status LED

3.

Arrow button (up)
Thumbnail button

MENU Menu button

4.

Arrow button (right)

MODE Mode button

5. SET Set button

Flash button

6.

Arrow button (down)
Zoom button

7.

Arrow button (left)
Delete button

8. LCD monitor

9. USB connector

10.Battery cover

11.Memory card cover

12.Tripod socket

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LCD Monitor Icons

Display icons – Still Image Record Mode:

1. Possible number of shots
(at the current size and quality settings)

2. Battery level

Full battery power
Medium battery power
Virtually no battery power

3. Memory card indicator

4. Flash mode

Automatic flash
Flash off

5. Focus mode

Macro mode
Normal mode

6. White balance
A Automatic

Daylight
Cloudy
Tungsten
Fluorescent

7. Image quality

Super fine
Fine
Normal

8. Image size

2912 x 2184 pixels
2032 x 1520 pixels

1600 x 1200 pixels
1280 x 960 pixels
640 x 480 pixels

9. Self-timer mode

1

2

3456789

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Display icons – Movie Mode:

1. Battery level

2. Movie mode

3. Memory card indicator

Display icons –Playback Mode:

1. Frame number

2. Battery level

3. Forward arrow

4. Reverse arrow

1

23

1 2

3

4

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GETTING STARTED

You can use either 2 AAA size batteries (Alkaline or Ni-MH) to power the
ViviCam 3780s.

Installing Batteries

1. Make sure the ViviCam 3780s is turned
off.

2. Slide the battery cover in the direction
of the [OPEN] arrow.

3. Insert the batteries, noting correct
polarity (+ and -).

4. Close the battery cover firmly.

Different battery types and surrounding temperatures may affect the battery

performance.
Avoid using batteries in extremely cold environments as low temperatures can shorten
the battery life and reduce ViviCam 3780s performance. This low temperature will also
influence Alkaline battery performance, therefore Ni-MH rechargeable battery is highly
recommended.
If you are using the new rechargeable batteries or rechargeable batteries that have
not been used for an extended period of time (batteries that pass the expiry date are
exceptions) might affect the number of images that can be captured. Therefore, to
maximize their performance and lifetime, we recommend that you fully charge the
batteries and discharge them for at least one complete cycle before use.
If you will not be using the batteries for an extended period of time, remove them from
the ViviCam 3780s to prevent leakage or corrosion.
Never use batteries of different types (together) or mix old and new batteries.
Never use manganese batteries.

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Inserting an SD Memory Card (optional
accessory)

The ViviCam 3780s comes with 16MB (14MB available for image storage) of
internal memory, allowing you to store images and video clips in the ViviCam
3780s. However, you can expand the memory capacity by using an optional
SD (Secure Digital) memory card so that you can store additional images
and video clips.

1. Make sure the ViviCam 3780s is turned off.

2. Insert an SD memory card:

The front side of the memory card
(printed arrow) should face towards
the rear side of the ViviCam 3780s.
If the card cannot be inserted, check
the orientation.

Be sure to format the memory card with this ViviCam 3780s before its initial usage.

Refer to section in this manual titled “Formatting Media” for further details.

To remove a memory card:

Make sure the ViviCam 3780s is turned off. Press lightly on the edge of the
memory card and it will eject.

To prevent valuable data from being accidentally erased
from an SD memory card you can slide the write protect
tab (on the side of the SD memory card) to “LOCK”.
To save, edit, or erase data on an SD memory card, you
must unlock the card.

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Attaching the Hand Strap

To prevent accidental dropping of the
ViviCam 3780s, always use the strap.

Turning the Power On/Off

The ViviCam 3780s is switched between On/Off as follows:

1. You can use the POWER button to
power on/off the ViviCam 3780s.

Open the lens cover before you start
capturing images/recording video clips.
When the power is turned on, the

ViviCam 3780s will start in the

mode.

If the ViviCam 3780s goes unused for a certain period of time while the ViviCam
3780s is powered on, the ViviCam 3780s will switch to an idle mode, and eventually
turn itself off to conserve power.

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Setting the Date and Time

The Date & Time screen will be presented if/when:

ViviCam 3780s is turned on for the first time.
ViviCam 3780s is turned on after leaving the ViviCam 3780s without
batteries for an extended period of time.

When the Date & Time screen appears, follow these steps to set the
correct date and time.

1. Select the setting item with the

/

buttons and press the button.

[Date]: Set the date.

[Time]: Set the time.

[Mode]: Set the date and time format.

2. Press the

/ buttons to change the
value and press the SET button to
confirm.

[Date]/[Time]: Press the button to

select the field item.

3. Toggle the SET button to return to the
main menu.

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Setting Image Resolution and Quality

Resolution and quality settings determine the pixel size (dimension), image
file size, and compression ratio for your images. These settings affect the
number of images that can be stored in memory, or on a memory card. As
you get to know the ViviCam 3780s, it is recommended that you try each
quality and resolution setting to get an appreciation for the effects that these
settings will have on your images.
Higher resolution and higher quality images offer the best photographic
results but produce large files sizes. Therefore, few images will take up
a lot of memory space.
High resolution and quality settings are recommended for printed output
and situations requiring the finest detail. Lower resolution/quality images
take up less memory space and may be quite suitable for sharing images
via e-mail, in a report, or on a web page.

To change image resolution or image
quality, perform these steps below:

1. Toggle the MODE button to

, and

press the SET button.

2. Press the MENU button.

3. Select [Resolution]/[Quality] using the

/ buttons and press the button.

4. Use the

/ buttons to select the setting
that you desire, and press the SET
button.

Toggle the button to exit from the
menu mode.

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RECORD MODE

Capturing Images

Your ViviCam 3780s is equipped with a 1.5” LCD monitor to compose images.
Before you start capturing images, be sure that the lens cover is opened and
the focus switch is set to the appropriate photography mode.

1. Open the lens cover.

2. Set the focus switch to

.

3. Toggle the MODE button to

, and

press the SET button.

4. Compose your shot on the display
screen.

5. Place the subject of your photo at the
center and press the shutter button.

The LCD display darkens in strong sunlight or bright light. This is not a malfunction.
For a close-up photography, set the focus switch to . The flash mode is automatically

set to

.

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Digital Zoom

Using digital zoom, images appear closer. Digital processing lets you
zoom in the image without deterioration.

1. Toggle the MODE button to

, and

press the SET button.

2. Compose your image while viewing the
LCD monitor.

3. Press the

button to activate the digital

zoom.

Toggle the button to magnify up to
4x.

4. Press the shutter button to capture a
“zoomed” image.

Digital zoom is only available at the resolution of 2912 x 2184 and 2032 x 1520
pixels.

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Self-Timer

The self-timer duration is ten seconds. Activate the self-timer by pressing
the shutter button. The self-timer LED blinks slowly for seven seconds
and then blinks rapidly for the last three seconds. This allows you to get
into the scene when capturing group images.

1. Secure the ViviCam 3780s to a tripod or
place it on a stable surface.

2. Toggle the MODE button to

, and

press the SET button.

3. Press the MENU button.

4. Select [Self Timer] using the

/

buttons and press the button.

5. Use the

/ buttons to select [Yes], and

press the SET button.

Toggle the button to exit from the
menu mode.

6. Press the shutter button.

The self-timer function is activated.
To cancel the self-timer at any time,
press the shutter button to disrupt the
sequence.

After an image is captured using self-timer, the self-timer mode is turned off.
If you wish to capture another image using the self-timer, repeat these steps.

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Flash

The flash is designed to function automatically when lighting conditions
warrant the use of flash. When you are in Normal mode (the focus switch

is set to

), you can capture an image using a flash mode suitable to your

circumstances.

1. Toggle the MODE button to

, and

press the SET button.

2. Press the

button repeatedly until the

desired flash mode appears.

: Automatic flash.

The flash fires automatically
according to the ambient lighting
conditions. Select this mode for
general flash photography.

: Flash off.

The flash will not fire. Select this
mode when capturing images in a
place where flash photography is
prohibited, or when the distance to
the subject is beyond the effective
range of the flash.

3. Compose the image and press the
shutter button.

If you will not be using the flash, turn it off. Turning the flash OFF will result in faster
ViviCam 3780s startup and faster operation because the capacitor will not be charged
needlessly. Turning the flash OFF when not needed, will also improve battery life.

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PLAYBACK MODE

In the mode, you can view, magnify, delete images, play video clips,
or run a slide show. Playback mode also provides a thumbnail image
display, allowing you to quickly search for the image you want.

Viewing Images

When you capture a still image or movie, it is immediately stored in internal
memory or on an SD memory card. Still images and movie in internal
memory or on an SD memory card can be displayed on the LCD monitor.

To view still images, follow the steps below:

1. Toggle the MODE button to

, and

press the SET button.

The last still image captured is displayed.

For movies, the first frame is
displayed as a still image.

2. Move to the still image you want to view
using the

/ buttons.
If you press the button, you can
view the next still image or movie.
If you press the button, you can view

the previous still image or movie.

Images are played back from the following recording media:
* When no memory card is loaded, it plays back from internal memory.
* When an SD memory card is loaded, it plays back from SD memory card.
If there are no images stored in memory, the “No image” message will appear on the
LCD monitor.

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Zoom Playback

While reviewing your images, you may enlarge a selected portion of an
image. This magnification allows you to view fine details.

1. Toggle the MODE button to , and
press the SET button.

2. Select the image that you want to view
using the

/ buttons and press the SET

button.

3. Activate the digital zoom feature using
the

button.

Enlarge the image by toggling the
SET button.

To view the different portion of the
enlarged image, press the

/ / /

buttons.

Displaying Thumbnail Images

This function allows you to view as many as nine thumbnail images on
the LCD monitor simultaneously so you may search for a particular image.

1. Toggle the MODE button to

, and

press the SET button.

2. Press the

button.
Nine thumbnail images appear on the
LCD monitor (Assuming there are
nine or more images in memory).

3. To view a full-size image, selecting it
using the

/ / / buttons, and then
press the SET button and the selected
image will be displayed in the full LCD
frame.

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Slideshow Display

The slideshow function enables you to playback your images back
automatically in sequential order as a slide show. This is a very useful
and entertaining feature for reviewing recorded images and for
presentations.

1. Toggle the MODE button to

, and

press the SET button.

2. Press the MENU button and move to
[Slide Show] using the

/ buttons.

3. Press the

button.

4. Set the playback interval using the

/

buttons and press the SET button.

The slideshow starts, displaying your

images on the LCD monitor, one by
one, at the set interval.

To stop the slideshow display, press
any button. Until stopped, the

slideshow will repeat itself.

You can adjust the slideshow display interval from [3 sec], [6 sec] or [10 sec].
If you wish to exit from the [Slide Show] menu, select [Exit] on the menu setting options.

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Deleting Images

You can easily delete still images and video clips that have not come out
right. The following are the 4 ways to delete photos:

One shot at a time

* Using the

button.

* Using the [Delete] menu.
All frames at once

To delete one image or movie (Quick Delete –

mode):

1. Toggle the MODE button to

, and press the SET button.

2. To delete the last recorded image/movie,

press the button.

3. Press the SET button.

4. When the delete message appears,
select [Yes] using the

/ buttons

and then press the SET button.

If you wish to cancel the deletion,
select [No].
It returns to the preview screen.

To delete one image/movie

(Quick Delete –

mode):

1. Toggle the MODE button to

, and

press the SET button.

2. Select the image/video clip you wish to
delete using the

/ buttons.

3. Press the SET button.

4. To delete this current image, press the

button.

5. When the delete message appears,
select [Yes] using the / buttons and
then press the SET button.

If you wish to cancel the deletion,

select [No].

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To delete one image/movie (Delete menu):

1. Toggle the MODE button to

, and

press the SET button.

2. Select the image/video clip you wish to
delete by using the

/ buttons.

3. Press the MENU button.

4. Select [Delete] using the

/ buttons

and press the

button.

5. Select [This Image] using the

/

buttons and press the SET button.

6. To confirm the deletion on the selected
image, select [Yes] using the

/

buttons and press the SET button.

The next image/video clip appears.

To delete all images or movies (at once):

1. Toggle the MODE button to

, and

press the SET button.

2. Press the MENU button.

3. Select [Delete] using the

/ buttons

and press the

button.

4. Select [All Images] using the

/

buttons and press the SET button.

5. To confirm the deletion all images, select
[Yes] using the

/ buttons and press

the SET button.

The message “No image” appears on
the LCD monitor.

To delete images or videos stored in internal memory, do not insert a memory card
into the ViviCam 3780s. Otherwise, you will delete the images or video clips stored
on the memory card.

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Formatting Media

This utility formats the internal memory (or memory card) and erases all
stored images and data.

1. Toggle the MODE button to

, and

press the SET button.

2. Press the MENU button.

3. Select [Delete] using the

/ buttons

and press the

button.

4. Select [Format] using the

/ buttons

and press the SET button.

5. To format the memory card/internal
memory, select [Yes] and press the SET
button.

The message “No image” appears on
the LCD monitor.

Formatting is an irreversible action and data cannot be recovered at a later time.
To format the internal memory, do not insert a memory card into the ViviCam 3780s.
Otherwise, you will format the memory card.

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Copying the Contents of Internal Memory
to a Memory Card

This feature allows you to copy your images from the camera’s internal
memory to an SD memory card. Of course, you can only do this if you have
an SD memory card installed and some images in internal memory.

To copy still images and movies from internal memory to SD memory
card, follow the steps below:

1. Be sure the ViviCam 3780s power is off
and insert the SD memory card.

2. Turn the ViviCam 3780s on.

3. Toggle the MODE button to

, and

press the SET button.

4. Press the MENU button.

5. Select [Card Copy] using the

/

buttons and press the button.

6. To proceed with the copying process,
select [Yes] using the

/ buttons and

press the SET button.

The display indicates copying is in
progress; once finished, you return to
the playback screen.

It is not possible to copy from SD memory card to internal memory.

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Changing the ViviCam 3780s Startup Logo

You can specify the start up logo for your ViviCam 3780s. You can select
the new logo among the captured still images.

To activate the new startup logo, follow the steps below:

1. Toggle the MODE button to

, and

press the SET button.

2. Display the still image you want to
specify using the

/ buttons.

3. Press the MENU button.

4. Select [Save As Logo] using the

/

buttons and press the button.

5. To set the new logo, select [Yes] using
the

/ buttons and press the SET

button.

Toggle the button to exit from the
menu mode.
This new logo will be activated on the
next time you turn on the ViviCam 3780s.

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MOVIE MODE

Recording Video Clips

The movie mode allows you to record video clips at a resolution of 320 x
240 pixels.

1. Open the lens cover.

2. Toggle the MODE button to

, and

press the SET button.

3. To start recording a video clip, press the
shutter button.
Shooting continues until you press the
shutter button again.

4. Pressing the shutter button again stops
recording.

Flash/self-timer cannot be used.

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Viewing Video Clips

To view a recorded video clip, follow these steps:

1. Toggle the MODE button to

, and press the SET button.

2. Move to the movie you want to see using the

/ buttons.

3. Press the shutter button.

Playback begins.
The elapsed playback indicator or the elapsed time is displayed on
the LCD monitor.
Press the shutter button again to stop the playback. (To pause/
resume: press the

button)

The zoom function cannot be activated during movie playback.
To play the video clip back on your computer, you may use either Windows Media
Player or Apple “QuickTime Player”.
QuickTime basic player is available free of charge, compatible with both Mac- and
Windows- computers and can be download from the Apple web site at www.apple.com.
For help using QuickTime Player usage, please refer to the QuickTime on-line help
for more information.

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TRANSFERRING RECORDED
IMAGES AND VIDEOS TO YOUR

COMPUTER

To transfer images/video clips from the ViviCam 3780s to your computer,
follow these steps:

Step 1: Install the USB mass-storage driver (Windows 98 and Mac OS 8.6

users only)

Step 2: Connecting the ViviCam 3780s to your computer
Step 3: Downloading image and video files

System Requirements (Windows)

Pentium 200 MHz or higher
Windows 98/98SE/Me/2000/XP
128MB RAM
40MB hard disk space
CD-ROM drive
Available USB port

System Requirements (Macintosh)

PowerPC G3/G4
OS 8.6 or later
128MB RAM
40MB hard disk space
CD-ROM drive
Available USB port

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Step 1: Install the USB Mass-Storage Driver

Windows 98 computers

The USB mass-storage driver on the CD-ROM is required for Windows
98 computers. Installing the USB mass-storage driver on computers running
Windows 2000/ME/XP is not necessary for downloading images. (Note
however a video driver is required if you wish to use the live-video feature.)

1. Insert the CD-ROM that came with the
ViviCam 3780s into your CD-ROM drive.
The welcome screen appears.

2. Click “DRIVER”. Follow the on-screen
instructions to complete the installation.
After the USB driver has been installed,
restart your computer.

Macintosh OS 8.6 computers

Mac OS 8.6 users must install a USB mass-storage driver. For Mac OS 9.
0 or higher, the computer will automatically recognize the ViviCam 3780s
and load its own USB drivers.

1. Insert the CD-ROM that came with the ViviCam 3780s into the CD-ROM
drive.

2. Select and double-click “Digital Camera Driver Installer”.

3. Select “Install Location” and click “Install”.

4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation and restart
your computer.

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Step 2: Connecting the ViviCam 3780s to Your

Computer

1. Connect one end of the USB cable to
an available USB port on your computer.

2. Connect the other end of the USB cable to
the USB connector on the ViviCam 3780s.

3. Select [Disk Drive] using the

/ buttons

and press the SET button.

4. From the Windows desktop, double click
on “My Computer”.

5. Look for a new “removable disk” icon.
This “removable disk” is actually the
memory (or memory card) in your ViviCam
3780s. Typically, the ViviCam 3780s will
be assigned drive letter “e” or higher.

6. Double click on the removable disk and
locate the DCIM folder.

7. Double click on the DCIM folder to open
it to find more folders.

Your recorded images and video clips
will be inside these folders.
Copy & Paste or Drag-N-Drop image
and video files to a folder on your
computer.

Mac users:

Double-click the “untitled” disk drive icon on our desktop. iPhoto may
automatically launch. The volume label may vary depending upon whether
you use internal ViviCam 3780s memory, or a memory card.

When transferring images to the computer, there is no need to install any batteries
into the ViviCam 3780s. The ViviCam 3780s will automatically power on when
connected to the computer via USB cable.

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Step 3: Downloading Image and Video Files

When the ViviCam 3780s 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”
(“untitled” disk on a Macintosh) to your computer hard drive.

Windows

Open the “removable disk” and subsequent folders by double clicking on
them. Your images are inside these folder(s). Select the images that you
want, then choose “Copy” from the “Edit” menu. Open the destination location
(folder) and choose “Paste” from the “Edit” menu. You may also drag and
drop image files from the ViviCam 3780s to a desired location.

Macintosh

Open the “untitled” disk icon, and the destination location on your hard
disk. Drag and drop from the ViviCam 3780s to the desired destination.

Memory card users may prefer to use a memory card reader (highly recommended).

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INSTALLING PHOTOSUITE

PC users will find that PhotoSuite is a very user-friendly image-editing
program. With PhotoSuite, you can retouch, compose, and organize your
images. It includes a variety of templates, such as photo frames, birthday
cards, calendars and more. Get your images ready and explore this
amazing program.

To install PhotoSuite:

1. Insert the CD-ROM that came with the
ViviCam 3780s into your CD-ROM drive.
The welcome screen appears.

2. Click “PHOTO SUITE”. Follow the on­screen instructions to complete the
installation.

To use PhotoSuite to edit and retouch your recorded images, please refer to the on­line help.
For Windows 2000/XP users, please make sure to install and use the PhotoSuite in
“Administrator” mode.
PhotoSuite is not supported on the Mac. iPhoto or iPhoto2 is recommended.

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INSTALLING PHOTOVISTA

PC users will find that PhotoVista is an easy-to-use program that lets
you create spectacular 360° panoramic images in a snap. When you
view these panoramas, you get the experience of being totally immersed
in a realistic environment. PhotoVista’s powerful engine quickly and
automatically stitches images together, and its intuitive interface will let
even a novice get great results in minutes.

To install PhotoVista:

1. Insert the CD-ROM that came with the
ViviCam 3780s into your CD-ROM drive.
The welcome screen appears.

2. Click “PHOTO VISTA”. Follow the on­screen instructions to complete the
installation.

To use PhotoVista to create spectacular 360° panoramic images, please refer to the
on-line help for this software.
For Windows 2000/XP users, please make sure to install and use the PhotoVista in
“Administrator” mode.
PhotoVista is not supported on the Mac.
Windows XP users who have not installed XP Service Pack 1, be sure to link to
http://www.java.com/en/download/windows_automatic.jsp first and download the
Java Virtual Machine installation. For more information about Java, please refer to its
on-line help at http://java.sun.com/getjava/help.html.
After this Java installation, you can install iSee Media PhotoVista.
PhotoVista System Requirements are:

• Windows 98, Windows NT 4 (Service Pack 3 or higher)

• Windows 2000, Windows Me, Windows XP Service Pack 1 or higher

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INSTALLING ACROBAT READER

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

1. Insert the CD-ROM that came with the
ViviCam 3780s into the CD-ROM drive.
The welcome screen appears.

2. Click “Adobe Acrobat Reader”. Follow the
on-screen instructions to complete the
installation.

For Mac users:

1. Insert the CD-ROM that came with the ViviCam 3780s into the CD-ROM
drive.

2. Select and double-click “Acrobat Reader”.

3. Select and double-click the language that you want.

4. Double-click “Reader Installer”.

5. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

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USER’S MANUAL ON CD-ROM

A copy of the user’s manual provided on the CD-ROM is in PDF format. It is
a backup copy of the printed manual. If you misplace the printed guide, you
may print another copy from the CD-ROM. The only requirement for viewing
the User Manual on the CD-ROM is that you have Acrobat Reader installed
on your computer. Updates to this manual, and versions in other languages
may be found on our website.

1. Insert the CD-ROM that came with the
ViviCam 3780s into the CD-ROM drive.
The welcome screen appears.

2. Click “Instruction Manual”. Follow the on­screen instructions to complete the
installation.
Alternatively, browse the CD ROM to find
the PDF file.

For Mac users:

1. Insert the CD-ROM that came with the ViviCam 3780s into the CD-ROM
drive.

2. Select and double-click “Manual”.

3. Select and double-click the language that you want.

4. Drag and drop the PDF file from the current location to the destination
location. View the user’s manual by opening it.

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USING THE VIVICAM 3780s AS A PC

CAMERA

Your ViviCam 3780s can act as a PC Camera, which allows you to
videoconference with business associates, or have a real-time conversation
with friends or family.

To use the ViviCam 3780s as a PC Camera, follow these steps:
Step 1: Install the PC Camera driver (it is combined with the USB mass-

storage driver on the CD-ROM)
Step 2: Connecting the ViviCam 3780s to your computer
Step 3: Running your application software (i.e. Windows NetMeeting)

Video conferencing (or video editing) software is not included with the ViviCam
3780s.
This mode is not supported for Mac.

General System Requirements for Videoconferencing

To use the ViviCam 3780s for videoconferencing, your computer system
must include:

Microphone
Sound card
Speakers or headphones
Network or Internet connection

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Step 1: Install the PC Camera Driver

The PC-Camera driver included on the CD-ROM is exclusively for Windows.
The PC Camera function is not supported for Mac platforms.

1. Insert the CD-ROM that came with the ViviCam 3780s into your CD-ROM

drive. The welcome screen appears.

2. Click “DRIVER”. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the

installation. After the driver installation is completed, restart your computer.

The USB driver that bundled inside the CD-ROM is designed in a form 2 in 1 (USB &
PC Camera driver).
a) On Windows 98, the Windows OS will install both USB mass-storage & PC Camera

drivers.

b) On Windows 2000/ME/XP, it will only install PC Camera driver.

Step 2: Connecting the ViviCam 3780s to Your

Computer

1. Connect one end of the USB cable to

an available USB port on your computer.

2. Connect the other end of the USB cable to

the USB connector on the ViviCam 3780s.

3. Select [PC Cam] using the

/ buttons

and press the SET button.

4. Position the ViviCam 3780s steadily on top

of your computer monitor or use a tripod.

When using ViviCam 3780s as a PC Camera, there is no need to install any batteries
into the ViviCam 3780s. The ViviCam 3780s will automatically power on when
connected to the computer via USB cable.

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Step 3: Running Your Application Software (i.e.

Windows NetMeeting)

To use Windows NetMeeting for videoconferencing:

1. Go to Start Î Programs Î Accessories Î Communications Î

NetMeeting to launch the NetMeeting program.

2. Click the Start Video button to view live video.

3. Click the Place Call button.

4. Type the e-mail address or the network address of the computer that

you are calling.

5. Click Call. The person that you are calling must also have Windows

NetMeeting running and be willing accept your call to start the
videoconference.

The video resolution for videoconferencing applications is generally 320 x 240.
For more information about the operation of videoconference application software,
refer to its respective help documentation.

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MENU OPTIONS

The Basic of the Menu Operation

To display the menu:

1. Toggle the MODE button to

/ / / .

2. Press the SET button.

On the mode, the menu appears. Skip Step 3.

3. Press the MENU button.

The menu appears.

To select an item:

1. Press the

/ buttons to select the desired item.

2. Press the

button to enter the field menu.

To select a setting value:

1. Press the

/ buttons to select the desired setting.

2. Press the SET button to confirm the selection.

3. Toggle the

button to exit from the menu mode.

To implement a confirmation screen:

1. Press the

/ buttons to select [Yes].

2. Press the SET button.

3. Toggle the

button to exit from the menu mode.

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OSD Menus

To display the related menu options, press the MENU button.

Record Menu

Setting Description Option

Resolution Sets the image resolution. Refer to 2912 x 2184

section in this manual titled “Setting

2032 x 1520

Image Resolution and Quality” for

1600 x 1200

further details. 1280 x 960

640 x 480

Quality Sets the image quality. Refer to

Super Fine

section in this manual titled “Setting

Fine

Image Resolution and Quality” for

Normal

further details.

Exposure Your ViviCam 3780s adjusts the exposure -1.5EV~+1.5EV

of each scene automatically. However,
if the subject is very dark, or very bright,
you may override the ViviCam 3780s’s
automatic exposure determination to
make the subject brighter or darker.
This is called EV compensation.
Examples of Exposure Compensation:

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Positive (+) Compensation

*Imaging printed text (black characters
on white paper)
*Portraiture with back lighting
*Very bright scenes (such as snow)
and highly reflective subjects
*Shots made up predominantly of sky

Negative (-) Compensation

*Spot lighted subjects, particularly
against dark backgrounds
*Imaging of printed text (white
characters on black paper)
*Scenes with low reflectivity, such as

shots of green or dark foliage
WB Your ViviCam 3780s adjusts the white balance
(White of each scene automatically. However,
Balance) the images that your ViviCam 3780s captures

will appear different under different lighting

conditions (sun, shade, fluorescent,

tungsten lights). Unlike your eyes, which

can easily adjust to different lighting

conditions (lighting temperatures), a

digital camera cannot always differentiate

between lighting types. Under some

lighting conditions the image may

appear in strange shades. If that occurs

you may change the white balance setting

by specifying a lighting condition

(temperature) most appropriate for your

scene.
Self Timer This feature gives you an option whether Yes

to enable/disable the self-timer function. No

A Automatic

Daylight

Cloudy

Tungsten
Fluorescent

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Movie Menu

Setting Description Option

Exposure Refer to section in this manual titled -1.5EV~+1.5EV

“Exposure” in the Record Menu for
further details.

WB Refer to section in this manual titled A Automatic

(White “WB” in the Record Menu for further

Daylight

Balance) details.

Cloudy

Tungsten

Fluorescent

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Playback Menu

Setting Description Option

Delete Refer to section in this manual titled This Image

“Deleting Images/Formatting Media” All Images
for further details. Format

Exit

Card Copy Refer to section in this manual titled Yes

“Copying the Contents of Internal No
Memory to a Memory Card” for further
details.

Slide Show Refer to section in this manual titled 3 Sec

“Slideshow Display” for further details. 6 Sec

10 Sec
Exit

Save As Logo Refer to section in this manual Yes

titled “Changing the ViviCam 3780s Startup No
Logo” for further details.

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Setup Menu

Setting Description Option
Date & Time Refer to section in this manual titled -

“Setting the Date and Time” for further
details.

Beeper The ViviCam 3780s produces a sound On

(beep) each time you press a ViviCam Off
3780s button, if this function is enabled.

Language This option allows you to select the English/Français/

language for the menus and the text Deutsch/Español/
display on the LCD monitor. Italiano/

Power Off If there is no ViviCam 3780s activity (no 1 Min
(Automatic buttons are pressed) for a defined 3 Min
Power Off) period of time (3 minutes) while the 5 Min

ViviCam 3780s is powered on, the ViviCam 10 Min
3780s will switch to an idle mode, and Cancel
eventually turn itself off to conserve power.
If the ViviCam 3780s is idle, re-activate the
ViviCam 3780s by pressing any button or
switch the mode dial. If the ViviCam 3780s
has powered off you must to turn the
ViviCam3780s on again by pressing the
POWER button.

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Reset This feature gives you an option whether Yes

to restore all ViviCam 3780s settings to No
their original status or not.

Frequency This ViviCam 3780s supports different 50 Hz

lighting frequencies: 50 Hz and 60 Hz. 60 Hz
When photographing under fluorescent
lighting, select the correct frequency
setting depending in your local area’s
voltage. This function is only effective if
you set the White Balance to
(Fluorescent) setting.

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VIVICAM 3780s SPECIFICATIONS

Item Description

Sensor Approx. 3.0 Mega pixels
Image resolution

2912 x 2184 pixels (FW interpolation to 6.3 Mega pixels)
2032 x 1520 pixels
1600 x 1200 pixels
1280 x 960 pixels

640 x 480 pixels
LCD 1.5" color TFT LCD
Self-timer 10-second delay
Zoom 4X digital zoom
Capture modes Still Image, Video (movie) recording
Memory type 16MB internal memory (14MB available for image storage)

SD memory card (optional, up to 512MB capacity)
Lens Focal length: f = 8.65mm

F-number: 3.0
Range of Focus Normal: 5.2 feet to infinity

Macro: 1.3 feet to 2 feet
Exposure and Automatic exposure with manual EV
Compensation compensation +/-1.5EV in 0.3EV steps
White balance Automatic with presets for Cloudy, Daylight,

Tungsten, Fluorescent
Files formats JPEG, AVI (MPEG-1) for video clip
File standards JPEG, EXIF 2.2, DCF 1.0, MPEG-1
Interface (Port) USB connector
Power 2 AAA Alkaline (1.5V) or Ni-MH (1.5V) batteries
Dimensions 3.5 x 2.2 x 0.9 inches (W x H x D) (exclusive of

protruding features)
Weight Approx. 2.6 ounces (without batteries and memory card)

*Design and specifications are subject to change without notice