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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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READ THIS FIRST
Trademark Information
Microsoft® and Windows
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are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Pentium® is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.
Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
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is a trademark.
Photo Explorer and Photo Express are trademarks.
Other names and products may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
Product Information
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.
The product and accessories that come with your ViviCam 6300 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.
The illustrations in this manual are for the purpose of explanation and may differ from the actual
design of your ViviCam 6300.
The manufacturer assumes no liability for any errors or discrepancies in this user manual.
For user manual and driver updates, refer to the Vivitar website www.vivitar.com.,or contact your
dealer.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read and understand all Warnings and Cautions before using this product.
Warnings
If foreign objects or water have entered the camera, turn the power OFF and remove the
batteries and the AC power adapter.
Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock. Consult the store of purchase.
If the camera has fallen or its case has been damaged, turn the power OFF and remove the
batteries and the AC power adapter.
Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock. Consult the store of purchase.
Do not disassemble, change or repair the camera.
This might cause fire or electric shock. For repair or internal inspection, ask the store of
purchase.
Use the supplied AC adapter only with the indicated power supply voltage.
Use with any other power supply voltage might cause fire or electric shock.
Do not use the camera in areas near water.
This might cause fire or electric shock. Take special care during rain, snow, on the beach, or
near the shore.
Do not place the camera on inclined or unstable surfaces.
This might cause the camera to fall or tilt over, causing injury.
Keep the batteries out of the reach of children.
Swallowing batteries might cause poisoning. If the battery is accidentally swallowed, immediately
consult a physician.
Do not use the camera while you are walking, driving or riding a motorcycle.
This might cause you to fall over or result in traffic accident.
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Cautions
Insert the batteries paying careful attention to the polarity (+ or –) of the terminals.
Inserting the batteries with its polarities inverted might cause fire and injury, or damage to the
surrounding areas due to the battery rupturing or leaking.
Do not fire the flash close to anyone’s eyes.
This might cause damage to the person’s eyesight.
Do not subject the LCD monitor to impact.
This might damage the glass on the screen or cause the internal fluid to leak. If the internal fluid
enters your eyes or comes into contact with your body or clothes, rinse with fresh water. If the
internal fluid has entered your eyes, consult a physician to receive treatment.
A camera is a precision instrument. Do not drop it, strike it or use excessive force when
handling the camera.
This might cause damage to the camera.
Do not use the camera in humid, steamy, smoky, or dusty places.
This might cause fire or electric shock.
Do not remove the battery immediately after long period of continuous use.
The battery becomes hot during use. Touching a hot battery might cause burns.
Do not wrap the camera or place it in cloth or blankets.
This might cause heat to build up and deform the case, resulting in fire. Use the camera in a
well-ventilated place.
Do not leave the camera in places where the temperature may rise significantly, such as
inside a car.
This might adversely affect the case or the parts inside, resulting in fire.
Before you move the camera, disconnect cords and cables.
Failure to do this might damage cords and cables, resulting in fire and electric shock.
WARNING: Handling the USB 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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Notes on Battery Usage
Do not use batteries other than those specified for use with your ViviCam 6300. 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 ViviCam 6300, check the polarity markings on the batteries (- and
+) to ensure that the batteries are inserted correctly. Incorrect battery polarity will result in ViviCam
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 ViviCam 6300 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.
When using batteries, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Instructions and the notes
described below:
Ni-MH rechargeable batteries are highly recommended. To maximize performance and lifetime, we
recommend that you fully charge the batteries and discharge them for at least one complete cycle
before use.
Avoid using batteries in extremely cold environments as low temperatures can shorten the battery life
and reduce ViviCam 6300’s performance. Low temperature will adversely affect alkaline battery
performance.
Using new rechargeable batteries or rechargeable batteries that have not been used for an extended
period of time will affect the number of images that can be captured.
If you will not be using the batteries for an extended period of time, remove them from the ViviCam
6300 to prevent leakage or corrosion.
Never use batteries of different types (together) or mix old and new batteries. Never use manganese
batteries.
More information about batteries is provided in this manual in subsequent sections.
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ................................................ 8
Package Contents............................................ 9
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VIVICAM 6300....... 10
Front View...................................................... 10
Rear View......................................................... 11
Mode Dial ...................................................... 12
LCD Monitor Information..................................... 13
PREPARING YOUR VIVICAM 6300................... 15
Installing the Batteries (Optional Accessory) ....... 15
Using the AC Power Adapter
(Optional Accessory)..........................................16
Inserting and Removing an SD Memory Card
(Optional Accessory) ........................................17
Attaching the Camera Strap.............................. 18
LED Indicators..................................................18
GETTING STARTED........................................... 19
Turning the Power On/Off ................................. 19
Choosing the Screen Language......................... 19
Setting the Date and Time ................................20
Formatting an SD Memory Card or Internal
Memory............................................................ 21
Using the LCD Monitor....................................... 22
PHOTOGRAPHY MODE................................... 23
Shooting Images - The Basics..........................23
Setting Image Resolution and Quality ................ 24
Using the Zoom Function................................... 25
Setting Focus..................................................26
Using the Flash............................................... 27
Using the Self-Timer......................................... 28
Adjusting the Exposure (EV Compensation) /
Backlight Correction.......................................... 29
Setting White Balance...................................... 30
USING THE MODE DIAL.................................... 31
[A] Auto Mode..................................................31
[P] Program Mode ............................................ 31
[Tv] Shutter Speed Priority Photography Mode...... 32
[Av] Aperture Priority Mode............................... 32
[M] Manual Mode..............................................33
[SCENE] Scene Mode....................................... 33
ADVANCED SHOOTING................................... 34
Burst.............................................................. 34
Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB) ...................... 35
Selecting the Metering Mode ............................. 36
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PLAYBACK MODE - THE BASICS..................... 37
Viewing Images ............................................... 37
Magnifying Images .......................................... 38
Thumbnail Display .......................................... 39
Slideshow Display ........................................... 40
Resizing an Image ........................................... 41
VIDEO MODE.................................................... 42
Recording Video Clips ...................................... 42
Playing Back Video Clips ................................. 43
PLAYBACK MODE – ADVANCED FEATURES...44
Playing Back Still Images/Video Clips on TV ........ 44
Deleting Images/Video Clips.............................. 45
Protecting Images/Video Clips ........................... 46
Connecting to a PictBridge Compliant Printer.........47
TRANSFERRING FILES FROM VIVICAM 6300 TO
COMPUTER......................................................51
Step 1: Install the USB driver .........................52
Step 2: Connect the ViviCam 6300 to your
computer...........................................53
Step 3: Download images or video clips............54
EDITING SOFTWARE INSTALLATION..............55
Installing Photo Explorer....................................55
Installing Photo Express....................................56
INSTALLING ADOBE ACROBAT READER..............57
USER MANUAL...................................................58
USING THE VIVICAM 6300 AS A PC CAMERA.....59
Step 1: Install the PC camera driver..................59
Step 2: Connect the ViviCam 6300 to your
computer.............................................60
Step 3: Run your application software
(i.e. Windows NetMeeting)....................60
MENU OPTIONS...............................................61
Camera Menu.................................................... 61
Video Menu ................................................... 65
Playback Menu............................................... 66
Setup Menu.................................................... 68
CONNECTING THE VIVICAM 6300 TO
OTHER DEVICES............................................. 70
VIVICAM 6300 SPECIFICATIONS....................... 71
APPENDIX........................................................ 72
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the new ViviCam 6300!
Equipped with a 6.0 Megapixels CCD sensor, your ViviCam 6300 delivers good quality, 2848 x 2136
resolution images. Other features provided by the ViviCam 6300 include the following:
6.0 Megapixels
A high-resolution CCD sensor provides 6.0
megapixels for good quality of images.
Auto flash
An auto flash sensor automatically detects
the shooting (lightening) conditions and
determines whether the flash should be used.
2.0” LTPS color image LCD monitor
Optical zoom : 1x~3x
Digital zoom: 1x~4x
16MB internal (built-in) memory
Images can be captured without using a
memory card.
Support for SD memory card for memory
expansion
You may wish to expand the memory capacity
(up to 1GB capacity) by using an external
memory card.
PC Camera support
USB connection (USB 2.0 full speed)
Still images, video clips, or voice recording files
that you have recorded can be downloaded to
your computer using the USB cable (A USB
driver is required for Win 98 and Win98SE).
PictBridge support
You can connect the ViviCam 6300 directly to
printer that supports PictBridge and perform
image selection and printing using the ViviCam
6300 monitor screen and controls.
Provided editing software: Photo Explorer /
Photo Express
You can enhance and retouch your images on
your computer by using the provided editing
software.
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Package Contents
Carefully unpack your kit box and ensure that you have the following items. In the event that any item is
missing or if you find any mismatch or damage, promptly contact your dealer.
Common Product Components:
ViviCam 6300 Digital Camera
AV Cable
User’s Manual
Camera Strap
USB Cable
Camera Pouch
Software CD-ROM
Common (Optional) Accessories:
SD memory card
AC power adapter
Batteries
The product and accessories that come with your ViviCam 6300 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
vary between retailers especially with accessories such as batteries, chargers, 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.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VIVICAM 6300
Front View
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1. Shutter button
2. Flash
3. Microphone
4. Lens
5. Power button
6. Mode dial
7. Self-timer LED
8. Viewfinder window
9. PC (USB) / AV Out terminal
10.DC in 3V terminal
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Rear View
1. Viewfinder
2. Diopter adjustment dial
3. Viewfinder LED
4. / Zoom in (telephoto) button
/ Zoom out (wide-angle) button
/ Thumbnail button
5. Playback button
6. Strap holder
7. S Arrow button (Up)
/ Focus button
8. W Arrow button (Left)
Flash button
9. X Arrow button (Right)
Self-timer button
10. T Arrow button (Down)
Exposure compensation button
11. Delete button
Display button
12. OK button
13. Menu button
14. Battery / SD card cover
15. Tripod socket
16. LCD monitor
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Mode Dial
You can select from seven shooting modes and setup mode according to shooting conditions to achieve
the desired effect.
Mode Description
1. Power button Press to turn on/off the power.
2. P Program Select this mode to permit the shutter speed and aperture
to be set automatically.
3. A Auto Select this mode to adjust point-and-shoot action.
4. Video Select this mode to record video clips.
5. Setup Select this mode to adjust VIVICAM 6300 settings.
6. M Manual Select this mode to permit full manual control over exposure,
aperture and other settings.
7. Av Aperture priority Select this mode to specify the aperture value while the ViviCam 6300
sets the corresponding shutter speed.
8. Tv Shutter speed priority Select this mode to specify the shutter speed while the ViviCam 6300
sets the corresponding aperture.
9. SCENE SCENE Point-and-shoot simplicity when taking pictures under 4 special
conditions.
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LCD Monitor Information
Camera Mode
1. Mode indication
[ P ] Program Mode
[ A ] Auto Mode
[ ] Video Mode
[ M ] Manual Mode
[ Av ] Aperture priority Mode
[ Tv ] Shutter speed priority
[SCENE]SCENE Mode
2. Image quality
[ ] Fine
[ ] Normal
[ ] Economy
3. Image size
[ ] 2848 x 2136
[ ] 2272 x 1704
[ ] 1600 x 1200
[ ] 640 x 480
4. Possible number of shots
5. Internal memory/SD memory
card indicator
[ ] Status of internal memory
[ SD ] Status of SD memory card
6. Remaining battery status
[ ] Full battery power
[ ] Medium battery power
[ ] Low battery power
[ ] No battery power
7. Self-timer mode
[ ] OFF
[ ] 2 sec. delay
[ ] 10 sec. delay
[
10+2
] 10+2 sec. delay
8. White balance
Auto
[ ] Daylight
[ ] Cloudy
[ ] Tungsten
[ ] Fluorescent
9. Capture mode indicator
[ X1] Single
[ ] Burst
[ ] AEB
10. Date
11. Zoom status
12. Focus area
13. Focus indicator
(no indication for auto focus)
[ ] Macro
[ ] Infinity
[ AF ] Auto focus
14. Flash mode
[ ] Auto Flash (Default)
[ ] Red Eye
[ ] Forced flash
[ ] No Flash
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Video Mode
1. Video mode
2. Recordable movie time available
3. SD memory card indicator (if present)
4. Battery power indicator
5. Focus area
Image Playback
1. Playback mode
2. SD memory card indicator (if present)
3. Battery power indicator
4. Playback information
Video Playback
1. Playback mode
2. Video mode
3. SD memory card indicator (if present)
4. Battery power indicator
5. Playback indicator
6. Playback information
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PREPARING THE VIVICAM 6300
Installing the Batteries (Optional Accessory)
You can use 2 AA size batteries to power the ViviCam 6300. Make sure that the power of the ViviCam 6300
is off before inserting or removing the batteries.
1. Make sure the ViviCam 6300 is turned off.
2. Open the battery cover.
3. Insert the batteries in the correct orientation as shown in the
illustration.
4. Close the battery cover.
To remove the batteries, turn the ViviCam 6300 off before
removing batteries and hold the ViviCam 6300 with the battery
cover facing upward, then open the battery cover.
Be careful not to drop the batteries when opening or closing the battery cover.
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Using the AC Power Adapter (Optional Accessory)
Use of the AC power adapter is recommended if you intend to use the LCD monitor for a long time or
connect the ViviCam 6300 to a PC.
1. Make sure your ViviCam 6300 is turned off.
2. Connect one end of the AC power adapter to the
camera jack labeled "DC IN 3.0V".
3. Connect the other end to an electrical outlet.
Make sure to use only the AC power adapter specified for the ViviCam 6300. Damage caused by the use of an
incorrect adapter is not covered under the warranty.
To prevent unexpected auto power off resulting from no battery power left during the process of transferring your
images to the computer, use the AC power adapter as a power supply.
The AC power adapter can only be used to power the ViviCam 6300. Batteries cannot be charged inside the
ViviCam 6300.
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Inserting and Removing an SD Memory Card (Optional Accessory)
The ViviCam 6300 comes with 16MB of internal memory, allowing you to store captured still images or
video clips in the ViviCam 6300. Moreover, you can also expand the memory capacity by using an
optional SD (Secure Digital) memory card so that you can store more files.
1. Make sure your ViviCam 6300 is turned off before inserting or
removing a memory card.
2. Open the SD memory card cover.
3. Insert an SD memory card in the correct orientation as shown in
the illustration.
4. Close the battery/SD memory card cover.
To remove the SD memory card, make sure the ViviCam
6300 is turned off. Press lightly on the edge of the memory
card and it will eject.
Be sure to format an SD memory card with this ViviCam 6300 before using
it. Refer to section in the manual titled “Formatting an SD Memory Card
or Internal Memory” for further details.
To prevent valuable data from being accidentally erased from an SD 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.
The ViviCam 6300, like most digital cameras will automatically use a
memory card if it is inserted into the memory card slot. This is called
“card preference”. Data stored in internal memory will not be accessible
if a memory card is present. To again access your data stored in internal
memory, simply remove the SD card.
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Attaching the Camera Strap
Attach the strap as shown in the illustration.
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LED Indicators
Indicator State Description/Activity
LED indicator Solid red The ViviCam 6300 is powering up.
Solid green The ViviCam 6300 is ready to record images (or movies).
LED indicator Blinking green USB communication/transfer in progress
LED indicator Blinking red Charging the flash.
Self-timer indicator Blinking green The self-timer function is activated.
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GETTING STARTED
Turning the Power On/Off
Press the button until the ViviCam 6300 turns on.
To turn the power off, press the button again.
Choosing the Screen Language
When the ViviCam 6300 is turned on for the first time, a language-selection screen will be displayed in
the monitor. Follow the steps below to choose the desired language.
1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your ViviCam 6300 on by
pressing the button.
The [Set-up1] menu is displayed.
2. Use T to select [Language], then press the button.
3. Use S or T to select the language you want.
4. Press the button to confirm.
Set-up1
Set :
Date & Time
Language
m/d/y
Louder
English
Y/M/D
Set-up3
Set-up2
Format
Beeper
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Language
English
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Setting the Date and Time
Follow the steps below to set the date display style, current date and time.
1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your ViviCam 6300 on by
pressing the button.
The [Set-up1] menu is displayed.
2. Use T to select [Date & Time], then press the button.
You may press W or X to switch the date types.
3. Press the W / X buttons to select Year, Month, Day and Time
fields.
To increase a value, press the S button.
To decrease a value, slide the zoom lever to the T button.
The time is displayed in 24-hours format.
4. Press the button after all fields are set.
Set-up1
Set :
Date & Time
Language
m/d/y
Louder
English
Y/M/D
Set-up3
Set-up2
Format
Beeper
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Date & Time
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10
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Select :
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Formatting an SD Memory Card or Internal Memory
The term “Formatting” means preparing an “SD Memory Card” to record images; this process is also called
“initialization”. This utility formats the internal memory (or memory card) and erases all stored images and
data.
1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your ViviCam 6300 on by
pressing the button.
The [Set-up1] menu is displayed.
2. Use T to select [Format], then press the button.
3. Use S or T to select [Yes], then press the button to confirm.
When you format an SD memory card, be aware that all data of which will be permanently erased. Protected
images are also erased.
To format the internal memory, do not insert a memory card into the ViviCam 6300. Otherwise, you will format the
memory card.
Formatting is an irreversible action and data cannot be recovered at a later time.
An SD memory card having any problem cannot be properly formatted.
Set :
Format
Yes
No
Set-up1
Set :
Date & Time
Language
m/d/y
Louder
English
Y/M/D
Set-up3
Set-up2
Format
Beeper
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Using the LCD Monitor
Your ViviCam 6300 is equipped with a 2.0" full color TFT LCD monitor to help you compose images,
replay recorded images/video clips or adjust menu settings. The mode icons, text and numbers displayed
on the monitor may vary according to the current settings.
1. Rotate the mode dial to A , P , SCENE , Tv , Av , M or .
2. Press the button to turn on the power.
3. Compose your scene on the LCD monitor.
4. Press the shutter button.
The LCD monitor darkens in strong sunlight or bright light. This is not a malfunction.
To prevent your images from being blurred while pressing the shutter button, always hold it carefully. This is
especially important when you are shooting under low lighting conditions, which your ViviCam 6300 may decelerate
the shutter speed to ensure your images are properly exposed.
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PHOTOGRAPHY MODE
Shooting Images - The Basics
1. Rotate the mode dial to A , P , SCENE , Tv , Av or M and turn
your ViviCam 6300 on by pressing the button.
2. Compose the image on the monitor screen so that the main
subject is within the focus frame.
3. Press the shutter button down half way to focus the image.
When you press the shutter button down half way, the
ViviCam 6300’s Auto Focus feature automatically focuses
the image and exposure.
4. Press the shutter button the rest of the way down to capture the
image.
The actual captured image appears to be larger than the one on LCD after image captured.
Pressing the
/ button switches the LCD monitor display mode. Each time you press the / button, the
display changes in the following order: Focus Frame On
Æ Indicators Off Æ Composition Line On Æ LCD Off.
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Setting Image Resolution and Quality
As you get to know the ViviCam 6300, you can set the image resolution (number of vertical and
horizontal pixels) and image quality (compression ratio) based on the types of images you want to shoot.
These settings affect the number of images that can be stored in memory, or on a memory card.
Higher resolution and higher quality images provide finer detail but cause the images’ file size to be larger.
To change image resolution or image quality, perform these steps below:
1. Rotate the mode dial to A , P , SCENE , Tv , Av or M and turn
your ViviCam 6300 on by pressing the button.
2. Press the button, then use W or X to select the [Mode1] /
[Mode2] / [Mode3] menu.
In A (Auto) Mode, press to access in menu directly.
3. Use T to select [Image Size], then press the button.
4. Use S or T to select the desired setting, then press the
button to confirm.
5. Follow the step 3 and 4 above to set the [Quality].
The possible number of shots and recording time depend on the storage size, resolution and quality settings and
the subject of the image to be captured.
You can resize the images later. (Please refer to section in this manual titled “Resizing an Image” for further
detail.)
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Image Size
2272 X 1704
1600 X 1200
640 X 480
2848 X 2136
Set :
Exit :
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Normal
Fine
Economy
Quality
Set : Exit :
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Using the Zoom Function
This ViviCam 6300 is equipped with 3x optical zoom. The lens moves during the optical zoom photography,
allowing you to capture telephoto and wide-angle shots. By using the optical zoom function; images
appear closer by pressing the button, or smaller away by pressing the button.
Moreover, you can further enlarge the subjects with 4x digital zoom by pressing continuously the
button. It is activated after your ViviCam 6300 reaches its maximum optical zoom factor (3x). A useful
feature as it is, however, the more the image is magnified, the grainer the image may become.
To capture a zoomed image, perform the following steps:
1. Press the button to turn on the power.
2. Adjust the magnification ratio by using the / button.
To access the optical zoom function, press the button as
far as it can go. Press it again to activate the digital zoom.
To exit the zoom photography, press continuously the
button.
The status of digital magnification is displayed on the LCD
monitor.
3. Compose your scene and press the shutter button.
The digital magnification ranges from 1.0x to 4.0x.
As you record video clips, the zoom function cannot be activated.
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Focus mode Description
Macro Select macro to capture close-up images. When the lens is zoomed to its widest
position you may focus objects as close as 5 cm.When the lens is zoomed to its
telephoto position (3x zoom) you may focus objects as close as 30 cm.
Infinity Select the infinity-focus setting when you want to capture images of subject at a
distance of infinity.
AF Auto Focus Select auto focus for most occasions when you want the ViviCam 6300 to automatically
determine the focus setting.
Using auto focus any object at a range of focus is 50 cm or greater can be in
focus.
Setting Focus
Images can be captured with the focus determined automatically using auto focus. You may over-ride
the auto focus and specify [ ] macro or [ ] infinity.
1. Rotate the mode dial to A , P , SCENE , Tv , Av or M.
2. Press S / .
3. Use S or T to select the desired focus mode.
4. Compose your scene and press the shutter button.
The table below will help you choose the appropriate focus mode:
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Using the Flash
The flash is designed to function automatically when lighting conditions warrant the use of flash. The
ViviCam 6300 has four flash modes: Auto Flash (default), Red Eye, Forced Flash and No Flash. You can take
an image using a desired flash mode to suit your circumstances.
1. Rotate the mode dial to A , P , SCENE , Tv , Av or M.
2. Press the button to turn on the power.
3. Toggle W / until your desired flash mode appears on the LCD
monitor.
4. Compose your scene and press the shutter button.
The table below will help you to choose the appropriate flash mode:
Flash mode Description
AUTO FLASH The flash fires automatically according to suit the photographic conditions.
RED EYE Use this mode to reduce the red-eye phenomenon when you want to take
natural-looking photographs of people and animals in low-light conditions.
When taking photographs, the red-eye phenomenon can be reduced by asking
the subject (person) to look at the ViviCam 6300 or get as close to the ViviCam
6300 as possible.
FORCED FLASH The flash will always fire regardless of the surrounding brightness. Select this
mode for recording images with high contrast (backlighting) and deep shadows.
NO FLASH Use this mode in the environment that the flash use is prohibited or under the
situation that the distance to the subject is too far away for the flash to have
any effect.
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Using the Self-Timer
The self-timer can be used in situations such as group shots. When using this option, you should either
mount the ViviCam 6300 on a tripod (recommended) or rest it on a flat, level surface.
1. Secure the ViviCam 6300 to a tripod or place it on a stable surface.
2. Rotate the mode dial to A , P , SCENE , Tv , Av or M.
3. Press the button to turn on the power.
4. Toggle X / until your desired self-timer mode appears on the
LCD monitor.
OFF 2 10 10+2
[ No Indication]
5. Compose your scene and press the shutter button.
The self-timer function is activated.
The photography is then taken after the preset time.
To cancel the self-timer at any time, press the shutter or
button, switch the mode dial to another mode or press X to
disrupt the sequence.
After one shot is taken, the self-timer mode is turned off.
If you wish to take another image using the self-timer, repeat these steps.
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Adjusting the Exposure (EV Compensation)
You can manually adjust the exposure determined by the ViviCam 6300. Use this mode when the proper
exposure cannot be obtained, for example, when the contrast (different between light and dark) between
the subject and the background is extremely large. The EV compensation value can be set in the range
from –2.0EV to +2.0EV.
1. Rotate the mode dial to P , SCENE , Tv , Av or M.
2. Press the button to turn on the power.
3. Press T/ .
4. Use W or X to set the range of EV compensation value from –2.
0EV to +2.0EV.
5. To exit from the menu, press the button.
OK :
EV
Select:
+0.3
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Setting White Balance
This feature lets you make adjustments to compensate for different lighting types according to your
shooting conditions.
1. Rotate the mode dial to P , SCENE , Tv , Av or M.
2. Press the button to turn on the power.
3. Press , then the [Mode1] menu is displayed.
4. Use T to select [W. Balance], then press the button.
5. Use S or T to select the desired setting, then press the
button to confirm.
6. To exit from the menu, press the button.
W.Balance
Daylight
Cloudy
Auto
1 / 5
Set :
Exit :
Tungsten
W.Balance
Fluorescent
5 / 5
Set :
Exit :
Mode1
Mode2
3 / 4
Image Size
Quality
Q
6M
Mode3
Mode3
Set :
Exit:
W.Balance
ISO
ISO
100
100
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USING THE MODE DIAL
Simple Mode [ A ]
A (Auto) mode is the simplest way which allows you to take still pictures without having to set special
functions or manual adjustments. The ViviCam 6300 sets the optimal focusing and exposure.
1. Rotate the mode dial to A and turn your ViviCam 6300 on by
pressing the button.
2. Compose your subject within the focus frame.
3. Press the shutter button down halfway to focus the image.
When you press the shutter button down half way, the
ViviCam 6300’s Auto Focus feature automatically focuses
the image. Proper exposure is determined and locked at the
same time.
4. Press the shutter button the rest of the way down to capture the image.
Program Mode [ P ]
In the P (Program) mode, the ViviCam 6300 automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture for taking
still images. You can adjust other functions, such as flash mode or continuous shooting mode.
1. Rotate the mode dial to P and turn your ViviCam 6300 on by
pressing the button.
2. Compose your subject within the focus frame.
3. Press the shutter button to capture the image.
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Shutter Speed Priority Mode [ Tv ]
If you set a fast shutter speed, you can capture images of moving subjects that look as if they are still. If
you set a slow shutter speed, you can capture images that give the impression that the subject is in motion.
1. Rotate the mode dial to Tv and turn your ViviCam 6300 on by
pressing the button. A guide appears for a few seconds.
2. Press the button.
3. Set the aperture value with W or X , and press the button.
4. Compose your subject within the focus frame.
5. Press the shutter button to capture the image.
Aperture Priority Mode [ Av ]
In this mode, images are captured with the priority given to aperture. The shutter speed is automatically
set according to the aperture. The aperture will affect the depth-of-field of the picture.
If you set a large aperture (lower F value), you can capture portrait images with an out-of-focus background.
Alternatively, if you set a small aperture (higher F value), both close objects and distant objects will be in
focus, for example when capturing subjects in the foreground together with landscape images.
1. Rotate the mode dial to Av and turn your ViviCam 6300 on by
pressing the button. A guide appears for a few seconds.
2. Press the button.
3. Set the aperture value with W or X , and press the button.
4. Compose your subject within the focus frame.
5. Press the shutter button to capture the image.
OK :
Tv
Select:
1/2S
OK :
Av
Select:
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Manual Mode [ M ]
In manual mode, the aperture value and the shutter speed can be varied individually. This can be useful
for compensating tricky lighting conditions, for getting creative results or for capturing night-time scenes.
1. Rotate the mode dial to M and turn your ViviCam 6300 on by
pressing the button. A guide appears for a few seconds.
2. Press the button.
3. Use S or T to select aperture/shutter speed item.
4. Adjust the value with W or X , and press the button.
5. Compose your subject within the focus frame.
6. Press the shutter button to capture the image.
Scene Mode [ SCENE ]
You can select the Picture mode according to the shooting scene. There are 4 available modes in Picture mode.
[ ] Night scene: This mode allows you to take photographs of people against a dusk or night-time background.
[ ] Landscape: This mode allows you to take photographs of distant scenery or landscapes.
[ ] Portrait: Select this mode to make people stand out with the background out-of-focus.
[ ] Sport: This mode allows you to shoot fast moving objects.
1. Rotate the mode dial to SCENE and turn your ViviCam 6300 on
by pressing the button. A guide appears for a few seconds.
2. Press the button.
3. Use W or X to select the desired scene mode.
4. Press the button to confirm the selection.
5. Compose your subject within the focus frame.
6. Press the shutter button to capture the image.
Press the shuter button halfway to confirm if the exposure is set correctly on the LCD monitor.
OK :
Av/Tv
Select:
F5.6
1/2S
OK :
Night Scene
Select:
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ADVANCED SHOOTING
Burst
This mode is used for continuous shooting. Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter release
button is pressed.
1. Rotate the mode dial to A , P , SCENE , Tv , Av or M and turn
your ViviCam 6300 on by pressing the button.
In A (Auto) Mode, press to access in menu directly.
2. Press , then use X to select the [Mode2] menu.
3. Use T to select [Capture Mode], then press the button.
4. Use S or T to select [Burst], then press the button.
5. To exit from the menu, press the button.
The indicator is displayed on the monitor screen.
6. Press the shutter button halfway to lock the focus.
7. Press the shutter button all the way to shoot.
Shooting will stop when the shutter button is released.
In Burst mode, the flash mode will be set to OFF automatically.
Capture Mode
Burst
Single
X1
AEB
2 / 3
Set :
Exit :
Mode1 Mode2
2 / 3
Mode3
Capture Mode
Metering
Set :
Exit :
Digital Zoom
Digital Zoom
On
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Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB)
In this mode, the ViviCam 6300 automatically changes the exposure within a set range to take three
shots after you press the shutter button once. AEB settings can be combined with exposure compensation
settings to extend the adjustment range.
1. Rotate the mode dial to A , P , SCENE , Tv , Av or M and turn
your ViviCam 6300 on by pressing the button.
In A (Auto) Mode, press to access in menu directly.
2. Press , then use X to select the [Mode2] menu.
3. Use T to select [Capture Mode], then press the button.
4. Use S or T to select [AEB], then press the button.
5. To exit from the menu, press the button.
The indicator is displayed on the monitor screen.
6. Press the shutter button to shoot.
In AEB mode, the flash mode will be set to OFF automatically.
Capture Mode
Burst
Single
X1
AEB
3 / 3
Set :
Exit :
Mode1 Mode2
2 / 3
Mode3
Capture Mode
Metering
Set :
Exit :
Digital Zoom
Digital Zoom
On
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Selecting the Metering Mode
You can select the metering mode that sets which part of the subject to measure to determine the
exposure.
1. Rotate the mode dial to P , SCENE , Tv , Av or M and turn your
ViviCam 6300 on by pressing the button.
2. Press , then use X to select the [Mode2] menu.
3. Use T to select [Metering], then press the button.
4. Use S or T to select the desired metering mode, then press the
button.
[ Center-Weighted]: Averages the light metered from the
entire frame, but gives greater weight to the subject matter
at the center.
[ Spot]: Meters the area within the spot automatic
exposure point frame at the center of the LCD monitor.
5. To exit from the menu, press the button.
6. Compose your subject within the focus frame.
7. Press the shutter button to capture the image.
Mode1 Mode2
1 / 3
Mode3
Capture Mode
Metering
Set :
Exit :
Digital Zoom
Digital Zoom
On
X1
Metering
Spot
2 / 2
Center-Weighted
Set :
Exit :
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PLAYBACK MODE - THE BASICS
Viewing Images
You can display the still images you have just captured at a time.
1. Press the button to turn on the ViviCam 6300.
2. Press the (Playback) button.
The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor.
3. Use W or X to select the desired images.
To view the previous image, press the W button.
To view the next image, press the X button.
The playback information displayed on the LCD monitor will disappear after seconds of time.
If there is no image stored in the internal memory or on the memory card. [No Image] message will appear on the
monitor.
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Magnifying Images
While reviewing your images, you may enlarge a selected portion of an image. This magnification allows
you to view fine details. The zoom factor displayed on the screen shows the current magnification ratio.
1. Press the (Playback) button.
The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor.
To view the previous image, press the W button.
To view the next image, press the X button.
2. Adjust the zoom ratio by using the Zoom / button.
To enlarge the selected image, press the button.
To return to the normal image, press the button.
The magnification factor is displayed on the LCD monitor.
3. To view different portion of the images, press the S / T / W / X
button to adjust the display area.
The magnification factors range from 1x to 4x (within 7 stages: 1.0x, 1.5x, 2.0x, 2.5x, 3.0x, 3.5x and 4.0x).
T
T
T
T
2.0X
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Thumbnail Display
This function allows you to view 9 thumbnail images on the LCD monitor simultaneously so you may
search for a particular image.
1. Press the (Playback) button.
The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor.
2. Press the / button once.
Nine thumbnail images are displayed simultaneously.
For recorded video clips, the video mode icon will be
displayed.
3. Use the S / T / W / X button to move the cursor to select the
image to be displayed at regular size.
4. Press the button to display the selected image on full screen.
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3
4
5
6
7
8
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Slideshow Display
The slide show function enables you to play your images back automatically in sequential order. This is
very useful and entertaining feature for reviewing recorded images and for presentations.
1. Press the (Playback) button.
The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor.
2. Press . The [Playback1] menu is displayed.
3. Use T to select [Slide Show] and press the button.
4. Use S or T to set the playback interval, then press the
button.
The slide show starts.
The video clips are displayed the first frame image, and not
played back.
To stop slide show, press the button.
You can adjust the slide show display interval within the range of 3 Sec., 5 Sec., 10 Sec.
Protect
Set :
Exit :
Playback2
SLIDE
SHOW
Slide Show
Playback1
1 / 2
Slide Show
3 Sec.
5 Sec.
10 Sec.
Set :
Return :
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Resizing an Image
You can change the image size of a captured image to one of the following sizes: 2848 x 2136 pixel,
2272 x 1704 pixel, 1600 x 1200 pixel and 640 x 480 pixel.
1. Press the (Playback) button.
The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor.
2. In (Playback) mode, use W or X to select the desired images.
To view the previous image, press the W button.
To view the next image, press the X button.
3. Press , then use X to select the [Playback2] menu.
4. Use S or T to select [Resize] and press the button.
5. Use S or T to select the desired setting, then press the button
to confirm.
Resize
Copy To Card
Quality Change
Playback1 Playback2
Set :
Exit :
1 / 3
COPY
R
Resize
Set :
Return :
2848 X 2136
2272 X 1704
1600 X 1200
640 X 480
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VIDEO MODE
Recording Video Clips
This mode allows you to record video clips with sound via built-in microphone.
1. Rotate the mode dial to mode and turn your ViviCam 6300
on by pressing the button.
2. Press the shutter button to start recording.
3. To stop recording, press the shutter button again.
The zoom function of optical zoom (3x) can be activated before you start to record video clips.
Pressing the
/ button switches the LCD monitor display mode. Each time you press the / button, the
display changes in the following order: Focus Frame On
Æ Indicators Off Æ Composition Line On Æ LCD Off.
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Playing Back Video Clips
You can play back recorded video clips. A guide to operation appears on the LCD monitor during the
video playback.
1. Press the (Playback) button.
2. Use W or X to go through the images until the video clip you
want to play back is displayed.
To view the previous image, press the W button.
To view the next image, press the X button.
3. Press the button to start playing back the video clips.
To pause or resume video playback, press the button
again.
The playback information displayed on the LCD monitor will disappear after seconds of time.
The zoom function cannot be activated while playing the video clips back.
To playback the video clips on the computer, we recommend you to use Windows Media Player 9.0 (WMP 9.0).
You can download WMP version from the website at www.microsoft.com.
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PLAYBACK MODE – ADVANCED FEATURES
Playing Back Still Images/Video Clips on TV
You can also playback your images on a TV screen. Before connecting to any device, make sure to
select NTSC/PAL system to match the video output system of the video equipment you are going to
connect to the ViviCam 6300, then turn all connected devices off.
1. Connect one end of the A/V cable to the A/V terminal of the
ViviCam 6300.
2. Connect the other end to the A/V input socket of the TV set.
3. Turn the TV and ViviCam 6300 on.
4. Playback the images/video clips.
The method of operation is the same as playing back still
images and video clips on the ViviCam 6300.
VT
The sound recorded with video clips can only be played back on TV or computers.
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Deleting Images/Video Clips
Use this function to delete one or all images/video clips stored in the internal memory or memory card.
Please note that the deleted images or video clips cannot be recovered. Exercise caution before
deleting a file.
1. Rotate the mode dial to A , P , SCENE , Tv , Av , M or and turn
your ViviCam 6300 on by pressing the button.
2. Press the button.
The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor.
3. Use W or X to select the image you want to delete.
4. Press the button.
5. Use S or T to select [This Image] or [All Images] by your
preference, then press the button.
6. When the delete message appears, use S or T to select [Yes],
then press the button to confirm the deletion.
If you wish to cancel the deletion, select [No].
Protected images cannot be deleted with the delete function.
Set :
Delete
Yes
No
Delete
Set :
This Image
All Images
Cancel
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Protecting Images/Video Clips
Set the data to read-only to prevent images from being erased by mistake.
1. Press the (Playback) button.
The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor.
2. In (Playback) mode, use W or X to select the desired images.
To view the previous image, press the W button.
To view the next image, press the X button.
3. Press . The [Playback1] menu is displayed.
4. Use T to select [Protect] and press the button.
5. Use S or T to choose the desired setting, then press the
button.
[Protect One]: Protect one image/movie.
[Protect All]: Protect all images/movies (at once).
6. Use S or T to select [Lock], then press the button to confirm.
Press to return to the (Playback) mode.
The indicator appears on the selected image.
If you wish to cancel the protect function, select [Unlock].
Protect
Set :
Return :
Protect One
Protect All
Protect One
Set :
Return :
Lock
Unlock
SLIDE
SHOW
Slide Show
Protect
Set :
Exit :
Playback2Playback1
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Connecting to a PictBridge Compliant Printer
Even if you do not have a computer, you can connect the camera directly to a printer that supports
PictBridge to perform image selection and printing using the camera monitor screen and controls. DPOF
support also lets you specify which images you want to print and how many copies of each should be
printed.
Connecting the camera to the printer
1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your camera on by pressing
the button.
2. Press X to select the [Set-up2] menu, then use T to select
[USB Mode].
3. Use S or T to select [PictBridge], then press the button.
4. Connect your camera and the printer via a supplied USB cable.
The screen turns off automatically and the setting screen wil
appear on the monitor after seconds of time.
Printing images
When the camera is properly connected to a PictBridge compliant printer, the [Printing Mode Select]
screen is displayed on the monitor. Use S or T to select the print mode.
In [Print] Mode: Lets you print the specified image with PictBridge.
Step Figure Procedure
1
Use S or T to select the [Print] mode, then press the button.
* The [Print Paper] screen is displayed.
Print
Print With DPOF
Printing Mode Select
Select :
Set :
OK
PictBridge
PC
PC CAM.
USB Mode
Set :
OK
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Step Procedure
Figure
3
4
5
Use W or X to select the image you want to print, then press T to proceed
more detailed settings.
* The [Print Info] screen is displayed.
Use S or T to select by your preference, then press the button.
* After the print settings finished, the printer icon will be displayed as
shown in the figure of step 5.
[Quantity] : Specifies the number of prints. You can select the number
up to 10.
[Date]: If you select With, images are printed with the date.
[File Name]: If you select With, images are printed with the file name.
[Cancel]: To cancel the print settings, use S or T to select [Cancel].
After the step 4 finished, you can still use W or X to select other images
by your preference. Follow the same instructions of print settings in step
4, then press the button to print.
Select :
Cancel :
Print :
OK
Set :
10
Date
Print Info
Select :
Set :
OK
File Name
Cancel
With
With
Quantity
Select :
Cancel :
Print :
OK
Set :
100-0001
Use S or T to access in the selection of paper setting, then press the
button to confirm.
[Size]: You may select the desired item depending on the
type of printer being used.
[Borderless]: You may select the desired item depending on
the type of printer being used.
[Cancel]: To cancel the setting, use S or T to select [Cancel].
Standard
Size
Borderless
Standard
Print Paper
Select :
Set :
OK
Cancel
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This starts printing and displays the message “Transferring” on the monitor
screen. The message will disappear after the printing finished.
* To cancel printing:
Pressing the button during print data transfer displays the screen for
selecting whether to [Continue] or [Cancel] printing.
7
In [Print With DPOF] Mode: This function only lets you print the specified image based on the
previous DPOF settings.
Step Figure
Procedure
Use S or T to select the [Print With DPOF] mode, then press the button.
* The [Print Paper] screen is displayed.
1
Cancel :
Tr ansferring
1/2
Continue
Print
Select :
Set :
OK
Cancel
6
Print
Cancel
Print
Select :
Set :
OK
Total: 2
Step Figure Procedure
Print
Print With DPOF
Printing Mode Select
Select :
Set :
OK
Use S or T to select [Print], then press the button to confirm.
* The “Transferring” screen is displayed.
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4
2
3
Use S or T to access in the selection of paper setting, then press the
button to print.
[Size]: You may select the desired item depending on the
type of printer being used.
[Borderless]: You may select the desired item depending on the
type of printer being used.
[Cancel]: To cancel the setting, use S or T to select [Cancel].
Use S or T to select [Print], then press the button to confirm.
* The “Transferring” screen is displayed.
This starts printing and displays the message “Transferring” on the monitor
screen. The message will disappear after the printing finished.
* To cancel printing:
Pressing the button during print data transfer displays the screen for
selecting whether to [Continue] or [Cancel] printing.
FigureStep
Procedure
Standard
Size
Borderless
Standard
Print Paper
Select :
Set :
OK
Cancel
Print
Cancel
Print
Select :
Set :
OK
Total: 2
Cancel :
Tr ansferring
1/2
Cancel
Print
Select :
Set :
OK
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TRANSFERRING FILES FROM YOUR VIVICAM 6300
TO COMPUTER
After using USB cable to establish a USB connection between the ViviCam 6300 and your computer, you
can use your computer to share recorded images or video clips with your family or friends via e-mail or post
them on the Web. In order to do this, you must install the USB driver onto your computer first. Note that
before you begin to install the software, you need to check your system according to the table as shown
below.
System Requirements System Requirements
(Windows) (Macintosh)
CPU Pentium III 600 MHz processor or higher PowerPC G3/G4
Operating System Windows 98/98SE/ME/2000/XP OS 9.0 or higher
RAM 32MB 32MB
(64MB RAM recommended) (64MB RAM recommended)
Hard Disk Space 128MB hard disk space 128MB hard disk space
Required Devices A CD-ROM drive A CD-ROM drive
An available USB port An available USB port
Display Color Monitor (800x600, 24-bit Color Monitor (800x600, 24-bit or
or higher recommended) higher recommended)
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Step 1: Install the USB driver
Installation on Windows 98 & 98SE
The USB driver on the supplied CD-ROM is exclusively for Windows 98 and 98SE. Windows 2000/ME/XP
users need not install the USB driver.
1. Insert the enclosed CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
2. When the welcome screen appears, click “Install USB/PC-Cam
Driver”. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the
installation.
3. After the USB driver has been installed, restart your computer.
Installation on MAC OS 9.0
For Mac OS 9.0 or higher, the computer will automatically recognize the ViviCam 6300 and load its own
USB drivers.
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Step 2: Connect the ViviCam 6300 to your computer
1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your ViviCam 6300 on by
pressing the button.
2. Press X to select the [Set-up2] menu, then use T to select [USB
Mode].
3. Use T to select [PC], then press the button.
4. Connect one end of the USB cable to an available USB port on
your computer.
5. There will be a new “Removable Disk” icon detected in “My
Computer”, in which contains your recorded images or video
clips.
(For Mac users, double-click [untitled] or [unlabeled] disk drive
icon on our desktop.)
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PC CAM.
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Set :
TV
LCD Brightness
NTSC
NTSC
PAL
USB Mode
PC
Auto Shut Down
Set-up1
Set-up3
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Step 3: Download images or video clips
When the ViviCam 6300 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” or “unlabeled” disk on a Macintosh) to your computer hard drive.
Windows
Open the “removable disk” and double click on the DCIM / DSCIM folder to open it to find more folders.
Your images are inside these folder(s). Select the desired still images or video clips and 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 6300 to a desired location.
Macintosh
Open the “untitled” disk icon, and the destination location on your hard disk. Drag and drop from the
ViviCam 6300 to the desired destination.
Memory card users may prefer to use a memory card reader (highly recommended).
Video playback application is not included with the package. Make sure that video playback application has
been installed in your computer.
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EDITING SOFTWARE INSTALLATION
Installing Photo Explorer
Ulead® Photo Explorer provides a simple and efficient way to transfer, browse, modify and distribute
digital media. Acquire photos, video or sound clips from various digital device types and easily browse
or add personal descriptions; make timely modifications; or distribute the media through the medium of
your choice: E-mail, Print, Slideshow Presentations. It is an indispensable all-in-one tool for owners of
ViviCam 6300, WebCams, DV camcorders, scanners, or anyone who strives to effectively organize a
large collection of digital media.
1. Insert the enclosed CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
2. When the welcome screen appears, click “Install Ulead® Photo
Explorer”. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the
installation.
For more information about the operation of Photo Explorer application software, refer to its respective help
documentation.
For Windows 2000/XP users, please make sure to install and use the Photo Explorer in “Administrator” mode.
Photo Explorer is not supported on the Mac. iPhoto or iPhoto2 is recommended.
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Installing Photo Express
Ulead® Photo Express is complete photo project software for digital images. The step-by-step workflow,
visual program interface, and in-program help assist users in creating exciting photo projects. Acquire
digital photos effortlessly from ViviCam 6300 or scanners. Organize them conveniently with the Visual
Browse mode. Use hundreds of ready-to-use templates such as albums, cards, posters, slideshows, and
more. Edit and enhance images with photo editing tools, photographic filters, and special effects.
Embellish projects by adding creative design elements such as frames, callouts, and stamp objects.
Share results with family and friends via e-mail and multiple print options.
1. Insert the enclosed CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
2. When the welcome screen appears,click “Install Ulead® Photo
Express”. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the
installation.
For information on how to use Photo Express to edit and retouch your recorded images, please refer to its online
help.
For Windows 2000/XP users, make sure to install and use the Photo Express while logged in as a user with an
Administrator account.
Photo Express is not supported on the Mac.
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INSTALLING ADOBE ACROBAT READER
The CD-ROM includes a PDF (portable document format) copy of the user’s manual. To view a PDF you
must have Adobe Acrobat Reader installed in your computer. Adobe Acrobat Reader is included on the
ViviCam 6300 CD ROM. Using Adobe Acrobat Reader, you can read the user’s manual and print
sections of interest.
1. Insert the CD-ROM that came with the ViviCam 6300 into the
CD-ROM drive. The welcome screen appears.
2. Click “Install Acrobat Reader”.
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
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USER MANUAL
A copy of the user manual is provided on the CD-ROM 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 (Adobe
Reader) installed on your computer. Updates to this manual, and versions in other languages may be
found on the Vivitar website (www.vivitar.com).
1. Insert the CD-ROM that came with the ViviCam 6300 into the
CD-ROM drive. The welcome screen appears.
2. Click “Install User’s Manual”. Follow the on-screen instructions
to complete the installation.
Alternatively, browse the CD-ROM to find the PDF file.
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USING THE VIVICAM 6300 AS A PC CAMERA
Your ViviCam 6300 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 6300 for
videoconferencing, your computer system must include the items as below:
Microphone
Sound card
Speakers or headphones
Network or Internet connection
Video conferencing (or video editing) software is not included with the ViviCam 6300.
This mode is not supported for Mac.
Step 1: Install the PC camera driver
The PC-camera driver included in the CD-ROM is exclusively for Windows. The PC camera function is not
supported for Mac platforms.
1. Insert the enclosed CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
2. When the welcome screen appears, click “ Install USB/PC-Cam
Driver ”. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the
installation.
3. After the driver installation is completed, restart your computer.
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Step 2: Connect the ViviCam 6300 to your computer
1. Rotate the mode dial to and turn your ViviCam 6300 on by
pressing the button.
2. Press X to select the [Set-up2] menu, then use T to select [USB Mode].
3. Use S or T to select [PC CAM.], then press the button.
4. Connect one end of the USB cable to an available USB port on
your computer.
5. Position the ViviCam 6300 steadily on top of your computer
monitor or use a tripod.
When using this ViviCam 6300 as a PC camera, it is necessary to install the battery into the ViviCam 6300.
Step 3: Run your application software (i.e. Windows NetMeeting)
To use Windows NetMeeting for videoconferencing:
1. Go to Start
ÆÆ
ÆÆ
Æ Programs
ÆÆ
ÆÆ
Æ Accessories
ÆÆ
ÆÆ
Æ Communications
ÆÆ
ÆÆ
Æ 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.
PC
PictBridge
PC CAM.
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MENU OPTIONS
Camera Menu
This menu is for the basic settings to be used when capturing still images.
1. Rotate the mode dial to A , P , SCENE , Tv , Av or M and turn your ViviCam 6300 on.
2. Press , then use W or X to select the [Mode1] / [Mode2] / [Mode3] menu.
In A (Auto) Mode, press to access in menu directly.
3. Press S or T to select the desired setting, then press the button.
Mode1
Mode2
1 / 4
Image Size
Quality
Q
6M
Mode3
Mode3
Set :
Exit:
WW.Balance
.Balance
ISO
ISO
100
100
Mode1
Mode1
Mode2
Mode2
2 / 3
Mode3
Capture Mode
Metering
Set :
Exit :
Digital Zoom
Digital Zoom
On
Mode1 Mode2
Mode3
Set :
Exit :
1 / 4
Sharpness
Medium
Color
Date Imprint
Off
Saturation
Medium
Auto
Image Size
Quality
Q
6M
1 / 3
X1
Capture Mode
Set : Exit :
Item Functional Description
Image Size Sets the size of the image that will be captured.
* 2848 x 2136
* 2272 x 1704
* 1600 x 1200
* 640x480
Quality Sets the quality (compression rate) at which the image is captured.
* Fine
* Normal
* Economy
Q
In A (Auto) Mode
4. To exit from the menu, press the button.
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Mode1 Item Functional Description
Image Size Refer to “Camera Menu - In A (Auto) Mode” in LIST OF MENU
OPTIONS.
Quality Refer to “Camera Menu - In A (Auto) Mode” in LIST OF MENU
OPTIONS.
Item Functional Description
Capture Sets the recording method at the time of taking pictures.
Mode *
X1
Single
* Burst
* AEB
Q
In P , SCENE , Tv , Av or M Mode
W. Balance Sets the white balance photographing under a variety of lighting
conditions and permits photographs to be taken that approach the
conditions that are seen by the human eye.
* Auto
* Daylight
* Cloudy
* Tungsten
* Fluorescent
WB
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Mode2 Item Functional Description
Metering Refer to section in this manual titled “Selecting the Metering Mode” for
further details.
Capture Refer to “Camera Menu - In A (Auto) Mode” in LIST OF MENU OPTIONS.
Mode
Digital Zoom This sets whether or not to use digital zoom at the time of shooting.
* On / Off
ISO Sets the sensitivity for taking pictures. When the sensitivity is raised
(and the ISO figure isincreased), photography will become possible
even in dark locations, but the more pixilated (grainer) the image will
appear.
*Auto / 50 / 100 / 200
ISO
Mode1 Item Functional Description
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Mode3 Item Functional Description
Color Sets the color of the image that will be captured.
* Full Color
* Black & White
* Sepia
Sharpness Sets the level of image sharpness.
* High
* Medium
* Low
Saturation To capture an image, your ViviCam 6300 offers you three different
degrees of color to match with your preference.
Your images will demonstrate different impression by selecting
different degrees of color. This is called “Saturation”.
* High
* Medium
* Low
Date Imprint The date of recording can be printed directly on the still images. This
function must be activated before the image is captured. The date
appears on the right bottom of the captured picture. When images
are shot with date imprint feature, the date cannot be removed later.
* On / Off
DATE
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Video Menu
This menu is for the basic settings to be used when recording video clips.
1. Rotate the mode dial to mode and turn your ViviCam 6300 on.
2. Press , then use S or T to select the option item, then press the button.
3. Use S or T to select the desired setting, and press the button.
4. To exit from the playback menu, press the button.
Set :
Exit :
Video
Color
R
G
B
1 / 2
Digital Zoom
On
Item Functional Description
Color REFER TO “Camera Menu-In In P , SCENE , Tv , Av or M Mode (Mode3)” of
MENU OPTIONS.
Digital Zoom REFER TO “Camera Menu-In In P , SCENE , Tv , Av or M Mode (Mode2)” of MENU
OPTIONS.
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Playback Menu
In the (Playback) menu, set which settings are to be used for playback.
1. Press the (Playback) button.
The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor.
2. Press ,then use W or X to select [Playback1] or [Playback2] menu.
3. Use S or T to select the desired setting and press the button.
4. To exit from the playback menu, press the button.
Resize
Copy To Card
Quality Change
Playback1 Playback2
Set :
Exit :
1 / 3
COPY
R
Protect
Set :
Exit :
Playback2
SLIDE
SHOW
Slide Show
Playback1
1 / 2
Item Functional Description
Slide Show You can play back recorded images in order with a selected interval time.
This function is useful for checking your images or for presentations, etc.
Refer to the section in this manual titled “Slideshow Display” for further details.
* 3 Sec. / 5 Sec. / 10 Sec.
Protect Set the data to read-only to prevent images from being erased by mistake.
Refer to the section in this manual titled “Protecting Images/Movie clips” for further details.
SLIDE
SHOW
[Playback1] settings
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R
Item Functional Description
Resize Changes the size of a recorded image.
Resizing replaces the original image with the changed image. Only resizing to the
smaller size is available.
* 2848x2136
* 2272x1704
* 1600x1200
* 640x480
Quality Change Change the quality (compression rate) of a recoded image.
Compresses images down to half of their size or more, overwrites an old size images
with a newly compressed image. Only quality changing to the lower quality level is
available.
* Fine
* Normal
* Economy
Copy To Card Allows you to copy your files from the ViviCam 6300’s internal memory to a memory
card. Of course, you can only do this if you have a memory card installed and some
files in internal memory.
* Yes / No
[Playback2] settings
COPY
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Setup Menu
This feature allows you to set up the default settings by preference for using your ViviCam 6300.
1. Rotate the mode dial to (Setup) mode and turn your ViviCam 6300 on.
2. Press ,then use W or X to select the [Set-up1] / [Set-up2] / [Set-up3] menu.
3. Use S or T to select the desired option item, then press the button.
4. To exit from the setup menu, rotate the mode dial to other desired mode again.
Set :
TV
LCD Brightness
NTSC
NTSC
PAL
USB Mode
PC
Auto Shut Down
Set-up1
Set-up3
Set-up2
3 Min.
1 / 4
Set-up1
Set :
Date & Time
Language
m/d/y
Louder
English
Y/M/D
Set-up3
Set-up2
Format
Beeper
1 / 4
Set :
1 / 3
Reset Number
1
Set to Default
V.
Version
Set-up1
Set-up3
Set-up2
Item Functional Description
Format Erases all images and reformats the SD card loaded in your ViviCam 6300. Protected
images are also erased. SD card cannot be formatted if it is write-protected.
Refer to the section in this manual titled “Formatting an SD Memory Card or Internal
Memory” for further details.
* Yes / No
Beeper This sets whether or not to mute the startup sound, and the camera sound each
time you press a camera button.
* Louder / Soft / Off
Date & Time This sets the date and the time.
Refer to the section in this manual titled “Setting the Date and Time” for further details.
Language Sets the language that is displayed on the LCD monitor.
Refer to the section in this manual titled “Choosing the Screen Language” for further details.
* English / Français / Deutsch / Español / Italiano / /
[Set-up1] settings
Y/M/D
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NTSC
PAL
Item Functional Description
Reset Number Sets whether or not to reset the file number when you take photographs. This
creates a new folder. The captured images are recorded to the newly created
folder from number 0001. If you want to reset the file number, be sure that no
images are recorded in the internal memory or the SD memory card.
* Yes / No
Set to Default Returns all basic settings to the ViviCam 6300’s default settings. The time setting
will not be reset.
* Yes / No
Version This displays the current firmware version of the ViviCam 6300.
[Set-up3] settings
Item Functional Description
USB Mode Selects to choose one of the following modes for further settings.
* PC / PictBridge / PC CAM.
TV Sets video output of the ViviCam 6300 for matching the video output system of
the equipment that you are going to connect to the ViviCam 6300.
* PAL / NTSC
LCD Brightness This sets the brightness of the LCD monitor.
The adjustment range is from -5 to +5.
Auto Shut Down If no operation is performed for a specific period of time, the power to the ViviCam 6300
is automatically turned off. This feature is useful to reduce battery wear.
* 2 Min. / 3 Min. / 5 Min. / Off
[Set-up2] settings
D
1
V.
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CONNECTING THE VIVICAM 6300 TO OTHER DEVICES
USB Cable
Notebook
Computer
TV
PCMCIA Adapter
SD Card ReaderSD Card Reader
AV Cable
SD Memory Card
Printer
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VIVICAM 6300 SPECIFICATIONS
Item Description
Image Sensor CCD
Effective pixels 6.0 Mega pixels
Image size Still image: 2848 x 2136, 2272 x 1704, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480
Video clip: 320 x 240
Image quality Still image: Fine, Normal, Economy
Movie image: Economy
Recording media 16MB internal memory
SD memory card (Optional, up to 1GB)
File format Still image: JPEG; Video: Motion JPEG (AVI)
Lens F-no.: Wide: 2.8 / Tele: 4.8
Focal length: 7.5mm~22.5mm (Equivalent 36~108mm)
Focus range Normal: 50 cm-infinity
Wide: 6 cm-infinity
Tele: 30 cm-infinity
LCD monitor 2.0” LTPS color LCD
High-resolution 130K pixels display
Self-timer 10 sec delay, 2 sec delay, 10+2 sec delay
Exposure compensation -2.0EV~ +2.0EV (in 0.3EV increments)
White balance Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent
ISO Auto, 50, 100, 200
Interface DC-IN jack, USB connector, A/V terminal
Power 2 x AA Alkaline batteries (Optional)
AC-DC Adapter (3V/2.5A) (Optional)
Dimension Approx. 91 x 61 x 27 mm
Weight Approx. 150g (without batteries and the SD memory card)
* Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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APPENDIX
Troubleshooting Guide
Symptom Possible causes Solutions / Corrective Actions
The power does not
turn on.
The
ViviCam 6300
suddenly powers down.
The image is not
captured when the
shutter button is
pressed.
The flash does not fire.
Continuous shooting
is not possible.
Cannot transfer files
over a USB connection.
* Load new or fully charged battery.
* Load the battery in the correct direction.
* Close the battery cover correctly.
* Properly connect the AC power
adapter.
* Set the option of Auto Shut Down to Off.
* Turn the power back on or charge the
battery.
* Rotate the mode dial to
A , P , SCENE
, Tv , Av or M.
* Transfer the desired files to your
computer and then delete unnecessary
files, or use a different memory card.
* Select a different flash mode.
* Select [Single] in the capture mode .
* Insert a new SD memory card.
* Check all connections.
* Install the USB driver on your computer.
* Turn on the
ViviCam 6300.
* The battery has run out.
* The battery is not oriented correctly.
* The battery cover is not closed properly.
* The AC power adapter (optional)
is disconnected.
* The function of Auto Shut Down in
(Setup) mode has been activated.
* The battery has run out.
* The
ViviCam 6300 is in (Play) mode.
* Memory is full.
* NO FLASH is selected in flash mode.
* The
ViviCam 6300 is in Burst/AEB/
(Video) mode.
* The capacity of the built-in memory or
SD memory card is full.
* The USB cable is not connected securely.
* The USB driver is not installed.
* The
ViviCam 6300 is turned off.
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