Vivicam 35 User Manual English 040208tp Contents 1. Introduction 1.1. 1.2. 1.3. 1.4. 1.5. 2. 3. Overview Warnings and Precautions Package Contents System Requirements Vivicam 35 Features 1 1 1 4 4 5 6 8 8 9 9 9 9 10 11 11 12 13 14 14 Installing the Batteries Installing the Software 3.1. 3.2. Twain Driver for Windows-based PCs ArcSoft Suite 3.2.1. PhotoImpression 3.2.2. VideoImpression 3.3. 3.4. NetGUI In-A-Flash Photo User Manual Power On the Camera Capture an Image Camera Status Icons Power-Off the Camera Flash Charging 4. Capturing Images 4.1. 4.2. 4.3. 4.4. 4.5. 4.6 4.7 4.8 4.9 Self-Timer AVI Capture Continuous Capture Deleting Images 15 15 16 16 17 18 18 19 19 20 20 22 23 23 24 24 25 4.10 Image Resolution 4.11 High/Low Image Compression 4.12 Lighting Frequency 4.13 Using the Flash ­ Automatic, or On/fill 5. 4.14 Techniques for Capturing the Best Images Downloading Images to Your PC 5.1. 5.2 6. 6.1. 6.2. 6.3. 6.4. Transfer Images to your PC Transferring Images to the application software Using the ViviCam 35 in Video Mode Using the ViviCam 35 with PCCam Using the ViviCam 35 with NetMeeting Using the ViviCam 35 with Movie Maker (Windows XP) PC/Web Camera Video Function 7. Specifications 26 1.0 Introduction 1.1 Overview Thank you for purchasing the Vivicam 35 digital camera. It can capture digital images, short video-clips (continuous shooting mode), and it can also serve as a PC/Web camera. The V35 is equipped with 8 MB of memory to store your images and movie clips. You may download your images and movie clips to your computer using the USB cable and included software. 1.2 Warnings and Precautions 1.2.1 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 -1- instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: 1. 2. 3. 4. 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. 1.2.2 GENERAL WARNINGS ­ Do not use batteries other than those specified for use with the camera. The use of unsuitable batteries may result in the batteries splitting or leaking and causing a fire, injury, or soiling of the battery compartment. -2- When placing batteries in the camera, check the polarity of the batteries (- and +) to ensure proper orientation. Incorrect polarity may result in the batteries splitting or leaking and causing a fire, injury, or soiling of the battery compartment. Remove the batteries if the camera will not be used for an extended period of time. The batteries may leak and cause a fire, injury or soiling of the battery compartment. If the batteries leak clean and wipe the battery compartment carefully and install new batteries. Wash your hands carefully if you touch the battery fluid. Please note that when you remove the batteries your images will be lost from the camera memory. WARNING: Handling the USB cable on this product may expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash your hands after handling. 1.2.3 TRADEMARK INFORMATION Microsoft® and Windows® are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Pentium® is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. Other names and products may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owner. -3- 1.3 Package Contents The Vivicam 35 package typically includes: 1. Camera 2. USB cable 3. CD ROM with Twain Driver and Application Software 4. User Manual 5. Three (3) AAA batteries 6. Hand strap Note: Included components may vary, as specified by local retailers and locations. Check with your retailer for specifics. 1.4 System Requirements You must use a computer to download the images from your Vivicam 35. The computer that you use must meet the following minimum requirements: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Windows Me/2000/XP Direct X 8.0, or higher 128 MB RAM 60 MB hard disk space available Available USB port CD-ROM drive -4- 1.5 Vivicam 35 Features Front Side: Back Side: -5- 2.0 Installing the Batteries Step 1: Open the battery door by lifting the tab on the door. Step 2: Insert three AAA batteries with the polarity as shown: Step 3: Close the battery cover. Warning: Do not open the battery door when the camera is powered ON. This will cause all images in memory to be lost immediately. If you open the battery door when the camera is OFF (when changing the batteries) you must close the door within thirty (30) seconds or your images will be erased from memory. Notes: 1. Always download your images to your computer soon after you have captured them. Never assume your images will be retained for more than three or four days. If the batteries are depleted, your images will be lost. If you must change the batteries, makes sure the camera is OFF -6- 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. and then change the batteries in less than thirty (30) seconds. If you will not use the camera for a long time (several days, or more) remove the batteries. The batteries will discharge slowly if left in the camera. This may cause complete battery discharge as well as loss of images. The batteries may corrode if left in the camera for extended periods of time. Dispose of batteries properly in accordance with local laws and regulations. Do not place them in fire. The Vivicam 35 has an automatic power-saving feature. The camera will turn off automatically if it has not been used after approximately thirty (30) seconds. When the camera is connected to a computer using a USB cable, it is not necessary to use batteries because the camera uses the power provided by the computer through the USB interface. -7- 3.0 Installing the Software Install the camera driver before connecting the camera to your computer for the first time. Insert the Vivicam 35 CD ROM into your CD-ROM drive. The CD will run automatically and present this welcome screen: On the CD ROM you will find: 1. Twain Driver Install this before connecting to your PC 2. Arcsoft Suite PhotoImpression and VideoImpression 3. NetGUI In-A-Flash Photo 4. User Manual 5. Adobe Reader 3.1 Twain Driver To use your Vivicam 35 camera on your PC you must first install this software beforehand, known as the "driver." Install this driver software before connecting your camera to your PC for the first time. You will only need to install the driver once to setup your PC to work with the V35 camera. -8- 3.2 ArcSoft Suite ­ 3.2.1 ArcSoft PhotoImpression is a complete digital image editing application designed with real people in mind. Easy-to-use "Getting Start" guides, user-friendly UI, complete image editing functionality, give users wonderful experience to organizing, viewing, enhancing, editing, printing and sharing photos. 3.2.2 ArcSoft VideoImpression creates home movies and slide shows by combining existing videos, still images, exciting scene transitions, and multiple audio tracks. Though simple to use, the program provides intense and broad video editing and export options perfect for owners of digital still cameras, desktop and digital video cameras, and camcorders. 3.3 NETGUI In A Flash Photo ­ 3.3.1 In A Flash Photo is all you need to bring your digital photos to life! Easily take images directly from your camera and put them into a dynamic animated photo album without requiring extensive computer knowledge. With In A Flash Photo you can also easily print images or send your animated photo albums to family and friends by email with a simple URL link when published to our servers on the worldwide web. First time computer users -9- can create professional photo albums easily due to the simplified Wizard interface; add pictures, choose a theme, add a title, music and you are done. It's that simple! Once you have finished, you then can email or save to your computers hard drive. In A Flash Photo places the power of animation in the hands of anyone who can take a picture and brings your photos to life! 3.4 User Manual Click on the "User Manual" button to go to the index of ViviCam 35 User Manuals. The Vivicam 35 User Manual is included on the CD ROM in PDF format. Note that you will need to install Adobe® Reader® on your PC to read the User Manual. After you have installed the Vivicam 35 driver and application software titles you are now ready to use your camera to capture digital images. The next section will tell you about the operation of your new digital camera. -10- 4.0 Capturing Images Using your new Vivicam 35 is fun and easy. There are two basic steps to capturing your first image. 2 1 Step 1: Turn on the camera by holding down the Power Button for two seconds. Step 2: Press the shutter button to capture an image. It is really that easy! The following sections will tell you about more features that are available on your camera. 4.1 Power On the Camera To power on the camera hold down the Power ON/OFF button for two seconds as shown above. The camera will beep once, indicating that it is ready. The Status LCD display will turn on like this: In this example the camera is ready to capture image in Hi resolution mode. (Function icons are explained in section 4.3.) Note that the camera will automatically power-off after 30 seconds inactivity to -11- save battery power. To turn the camera on again, press the Power button. 4.2 Capture an Image In film-photography we say: "Take a Photo." In digital-photography we say: "Capture an Image." Capturing an image with the Vivicam 35 is easy. Step 1: Power on the camera and look through the viewfinder to frame your subject. Make sure your subject is no closer than three or four feet (one meter) or else it will not be in good focus. Step 2: Press the Shutter button to capture an image. The camera will beep once and the image counter will increase by one count. For example the counter may change from 000 to 001. The display counter shows the number of images to be taken. When the "FL" warning message appears on the Info/Status LCD it means the memory is full and you must download your images or delete them to make more space available. Note: Please note that when batteries disconnected or discharged, the memory, and all taken pictures will be erased. -12- 4.3 Camera Status Icons Beyond the basics of capturing an image, the Vivicam 35 has many other features. Turn on the camera and notice the many icons and symbols on the status LCD: As you press the Mode button the LCD display will change in the following order. To learn more about each function refer to the referenced section in this User Manual. Display icon Function Refer to Off So Power off Flash charging Self-Timer AVI capture Continuous capture Delete all images from memory. Delete the last image from memory. Hi/LO HD/LD 60/50 SA/SF Image resolution Higher or lower image quality (compression) Indoor lighting frequency (Hz) Strobe (flash) Automatic/Strobe Forced (on) -13- 4.4 4.5 4.6 4.7 4.8 4.9.1 4.9.2 4.10 4.11 4.12 4.13 Other icons on the LCD: Display Icon Function Whenever the camera communicates with a PC, the USB icon will be shown on the LCD. Battery status 4.4 Power-Off the Camera Hold down the Power ON/OFF button for 2 second to turn-off the camera immediately. You can also press Mode button until " Off " appears on the LCD then press the Shutter button within three seconds to power off the camera. Note: The camera will automatically power-off after 30 seconds of inactivity. 4.5 Flash Charging Press Mode button until " So " appears on the LCD display then press the Shutter button within three seconds to start charging the flash. The lightening icon " " will blink continuously until it i ...