User manual VIVITAR VIVICAM 3805

[. . . ] 4. 0 Megapixel Digital Camera User manual Preface About this manual This user manual has been designed to assist you to use the digital camera and take full advantage of its features. Information in this document has been carefully checked for accuracy; however, no guarantee is given to the correctness of the contents. The information in this document is subject to change without notice. Copyright © Copyright 2004 This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright. All rights are reserved. Trademarks All trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Safety Information · · Do not disassemble the camera. [. . . ] The zoom level can be varied from 1x to 4x by using the zoom in and zoom out buttons as follows: 1. Use the LCD screen to frame your shot while pointing the lens at the subject. Press the zoom in button to take a close-up of the subject for more details and a narrow field of view. Alternatively, press the zoom out button to take a wider shot with fewer details. Proceed to capture the image as described in Taking photographs on page 16. NOTE: The zoom setting is preserved even after the image is captured. Use the zoom out button to zoom out completely before using the flash, self-timer, or preset scene modes. Using the flash The built-in flash of your digital camera can be adjusted for various light conditions. Press the button repeatedly to select the desired flash setting as shown below: Icon Description Forced off ­ In this mode, the flash is disabled. Auto ­ The camera senses whether the flash is needed by detecting the amount of ambient light. Forced on ­ The flash is enabled, regardless of the ambient light. Red-eye reduction ­ The flash fires twice to reduce the redeye effect. NOTE: The image may be overexposed when you shoot bright scenes by using forced flash. Setting the resolution The resolution setting changes the resolution and quality of the still images captured by the camera. Press the button repeatedly to select the desired resolution: Icon Description 4 star ­ 2272 x 1704 3 star ­ 2272 x 1704 2 star ­ 1600 x 1200 1 star ­ 640 x 480 The higher the quality, the clearer your picture will be. However, at the same time the image file size will be larger, taking more time to send via email, and fewer pictures can be stored in memory. Choose the setting that best matches the intended use for your life. 17 Digital Camera User Manual Using the self-timer The self-timer option gives you the ability to take hands-free photos, such as selfportraits or group photos as well as movie clips as follows: 1. Position the camera on a stable surface (such as a tripod) and frame the shot. Press the shutter button to capture an image or the video button to record a movie clip. During this period, the self-timer LED blinks slowly for the first 7 seconds and then quickly for the last 3 seconds. When the delay ends, the camera takes the picture. NOTE: To cancel the self-timer, press the button again. To cancel the selftimer after the shutter button has been pressed, press any of camera's keys. Using preset scene modes The camera offers three preset modes to enable you to take pictures with a fixed focus. Press the key to select the correct mode according to the ambient light and subject. Icon None Description Normal ­ This is the normal mode of operation. Night shoot ­ Choose this mode when taking pictures at night or under very poor light conditions. Put the camera on a stable surface or use a tripod to hold the camera steady and take a clear picture. Sport ­ Use this mode when taking consecutive shots of moving objects such as an athlete running. [. . . ] MOVE TO CARD option selected from the menu in playback mode -- MOVING -- 27 Appendix B ­ Troubleshooting Problem The camera has no power. Solution Slide the power switch to turn the camera ON and open the cover (See page 13). The batteries Replace the batteries with fresh ones. Refer to page 11. Internal memory Backup your images and delete unwanted images, or or memory card format the internal memory / memory card. Hold the camera steady or put it on a tripod to take pictures. The flash doesn't work. Is the flash on? [. . . ]