User manual VIVITAR VIVICAM 5105S

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. 1 READ THIS FIRST Trademark Information Microsoft® and Windows® are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Pentium® is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. SDTM is a trademark. 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 5105s 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 5105s. The manufacturer assumes no liability for any errors or discrepancies in this user manual. For user manual and driver updates, refer to our website or contact your dealer. 2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read and understand all Warnings and Cautions before using this product. Warnings If foreign objects or water have entered the ViviCam 5105s, turn the power OFF and remove the batteries. Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock. Consult the store of purchase. If the ViviCam 5105s has fallen or its case has been damaged, turn the power OFF and remove the batteries. Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock. Consult the store of purchase. Do not disassemble, change or repair the ViviCam 5105s. This might cause fire or electric shock. For repair or internal inspection, ask the store of purchase. Do not use the ViviCam 5105s 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 ViviCam 5105s on inclined or unstable surfaces. This might cause the ViviCam 5105s 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 ViviCam 5105s while you are walking, driving or riding a motorcycle. This might cause you to fall over or result in traffic accident. 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 otherreproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. 3 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. The ViviCam 5105s is a precision instrument. Do not drop it, strike it or use excessive force when handling the ViviCam 5105s. This might cause damage to the ViviCam 5105s. Do not use the ViviCam 5105s 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 ViviCam 5105s or place it in cloth or blankets. This might cause heat to build up and deform the case, resulting in fire. Use the ViviCam 5105s in a well-ventilated place. Do not leave the ViviCam 5105s 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 ViviCam 5105s, disconnect cords and cables. Failure to do this might damage cords and cables, resulting in fire and electric shock. 4 Notes on Battery Usage When you use the battery, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Instructions and the notes described below: Different battery types and surrounding temperatures may affect the battery performance. Avoid using batteries in extremely cold environments as low temperatures can shorten the battery life and reduce ViviCam 5105s performance. Using the new rechargeable battery or rechargeable battery that has not been used for an extended period of time (the battery that passed the expiry date is an exception) might affect the number of pictures that can be taken. Therefore, to maximize its performance and lifetime, we recommend that you fully charge the battery and discharge it for at least one complete cycle before use. The battery may feel warm after long period of continuous use of the ViviCam 5105s or the flash. This is normal and not a malfunction. The ViviCam 5105s may feel warm after long period of continuous use. This is normal and not a malfunction. If the battery is not to be used for a long period of time, remove it from the ViviCam 5105s to prevent leakage or corrosion. If the battery is not to be used for a long period of time, store it after no battery power left. If the battery is stored for a long time in a fully charged state, its performance may be impaired. Always keep the battery terminals in a clean state. Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions. 5 CONTENTS INTRODUCTION.................................................8 Overview.............................................................8 Package Contents...............................................9 Optional Accessories...........................................9 COMPONENTS GUIDE......................................10 Front View...........................................................10 Rear view............................................................11 LED Indicators.....................................................12 Scene Modes......................................................13 LCD Monitor Information.....................................14 PREPARING YOUR VIVICAM 5105S............19 Installing the Battery.....................................19 Charging the Battery......................................20 Loading an SD Memory Card (Optional Accessory)..................................... 21 Setting the Date and Time........................... 22 Choosing the Language................................22 Attaching the ViviCam 5105s Strap............. 23 BASIC FUNCTIONS......................................24 Turning the Power On.................................. 24 Turning the Power Off................................... 24 Using the LCD Monitor................................. 25 Using the Normal Mode................................. 26 Adjusting the Zoom........................................27 Using the Flash............................................28 Using the Self-Timer...................................... 30 Using the Macro Mode.................................. 31 Setting the Image Resolution and Quality..... 32 SELECTING PHOTOGRAPHY MODE...........34 Auto Mode...................................................34 Sports Mode................................................ 35 Night Scene Mode....................................... 36 Portrait Mode............................................... 37 Landscape Mode.........................................38 Backlight Mode............................................39 MOVIE MODE...............................................40 IMAGE PLAYBACK......................................41 Single Image Playback...............................41 Magnifying Images....................................... 42 Viewing Nine Images At A Time.................. 43 Viewing Video Clips...................................... 44 Automated Playback (Slide Show) .... 44 Protecting Images....................................... 45 DELETING IMAGES.....................................46 Deleting Images/Video Clips Singly..............46 Deleting All Images/Video Clips...................47 Formatting an SD Memory Card or Internal Memory.......................................................48 CONNECTING THE VIVICAM 5105S DIRECTLY TO THE PRINTER FOR PRINTING IMAGES (PICTBRIGDE FUNCTION).........................49 TRANSFERRING RECORDED IMAGES/VIDEO CLIPS TO YOUR COMPUTER.....................51 6 Step 1: Install the USB Driver.........................52 Step 2: Connecting the ViviCam 5105s to Your Computer....................................................... 53 Step 3: Downloading Recorded Images/Video Clips.............................................................. 54 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION.......................... 55 Installing Photo Explorer.................................55 Installing Photo Express................................. 56 Installing Acrobat Reader................................57 USER'S MANUAL ON CD-ROM......................58 USING THE VIVICAM 5105S AS A PC CAMERA..59 Step 1: Install the PC camera driver...............59 Step 2: Connect the ViviCam 5105s to your computer........................................................ 60 Step 3: Run your application software (i.e. Windows NetMeeting)..................................... 60 LIST OF MENU OPTIONS.............................. 61 Capture Menu................................................. 61 Playback Menu...............................................67 Video Menu.................................................... 68 Setup Menu (in Capture/Video/Playback Menu)....69 VIVICAM 5105S SPECIFICATIONS................71 TROUBLESHOOTING.....................................72 7 INTRODUCTION Overview Your new stylish ViviCam 5105s delivers high quality, 2560 x 1920 resolution images using a 5.0 Megapixels CCD sensor. Using the 1.7" TFT color image LCD monitor, you can compose images and then examine them in detail. An auto-flash sensor automatically detects the shooting (lighting) conditions and determines whether the flash should be used. This feature helps ensure that your images turn out right. 16 MB internal memory (14 MB available for image storage) lets you capture and store images without the need for an additional memory card. However, you may wish to expand the memory capacity by using an external memory card. In addition to still images, you can record short videos by using the movie function. Images you have taken can be downloaded to your computer using the USB cable. You can enhance and retouch your images on your computer by using the provided editing software, or image editing software you may already own. You may share your images with your friends via e-mail, in a report, or on a website. 8 Package Contents Carefully unpack your ViviCam 5105s 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 to your dealer. ViviCam 5105s Digital Camera User's Manual USB Cable Lithium ion rechargeable battery (650mA) Camera Strap Software CD-ROM Camera Pouch AC power adapter Optional Accessories Memory card 9 COMPONENTS GUIDE Front View 2 3 4 1 5 7 6 1. Strap eyelet 2. Lens cover 3. Shutter button 4. Flash 5. Lens 6. Microphone 7. Self-timer LED 10 Rear view 11 12 10 9 8 O K 7 6 1 5 2 3 1. DC IN 5V terminal 2. Focus switch Macro mode Normal mode 3. USB terminal 4. Tripod socket 5. Battery/SD card cover 6. OK OK button Zoom button 10. 9. 8. 7. 4 Arrow button (Down) MODE Mode button Arrow button (Right) Flash button Arrow button (Left) Self-timer button Arrow button (Up) MENU Menu button 11. LCD monitor 12. Status LED 11 LED Indicators Indicator Status LED Status LED Status LED Status LED Status LED Status LED Self-timer LED ---- Status None Solid green Blinking green Blinking green Solid green Solid green Blinking red ---- Description/Activity The ViviCam 5105s is powering up The ViviCam 5105s is powered and ready Charging the flash Image is being recorded to the memory card USB communication/transfer in progress The ViviCam 5105s is ready to record images (or movies) The self-timer function is activated Button event Sound Yes *(1) No No No No Yes *(1) Yes *(Sec) Yes *(1) (1) The ViviCam 5105s sounds one beep. (Sec) The self-timer sounds 10 beeps for 10 seconds, 5 beeps for 5 seconds. 12 Scene Modes Select the scene mode suitable for the occasion or situation. Mode 1. [ A ] Auto mode Description Select this option to leave all the adjustments to the ViviCam 5105s and take images casually. 2. [ 3. [ ] Sports mode ] Night Scene mode Select this option to capture fast-moving subjects. Select this option to take images of people against dark or nighttime background. 4. [ ] Portrait mode Select this option to make people stand out with the background out-of-focus. Select this option to capture images of distant scenery or landscapes. Select this option to brighten subjects that are backlit and would come out dark if no flash was used. 5. [ ] Landscape mode 6. [ ] Backlight mode 13 LCD Monitor Information These indicators are displayed when recording still images: 1. Scene mode [ A ] Auto mode [ [ [ [ [ ] Sports mode ] Night Scene mode ] Portrait mode ] Landscape mode ] Backlight mode 5 7. ISO speed [ No icon] Auto [ [ ISO 100 ISO 200 ] ] 100 200 8. Sharpness [ H] High [ ] L Medium Low 2. Image quality [ ] Fine [ [ ] Normal ] Economy [ 4. Remaining pictures 5. [ ] Card indicator ] 9. Color [ [ [ ] ] ] Full Color Black & White Sepia 3. Image size [ [ [ [ 5 ] 2560x1920 ] 2048x1536 ] 1280x960 ] 640x480 6. Battery level ] Fully battery level [ [ [ [ ] Fairly consumed ] Nearly exhausted ] Virtually no battery power 3M 10. Saturation [ ] High [ [ ] ] Medium Low 14 These indicators are displayed when recording still images: 5 11. Flash mode [ [ [ [ 12. [ 13. [ ] A A ] ] ] ] Fill flash (on) Flash off Automatic flash Red-eye reduction ] Self-timer mode Macro mode icon 14. White balance [ No icon] Auto [ [ [ [ ] ] ] ] Daylight Cloudy Tungsten Fluorescent 15. EV compensation 15 These indicators are displayed when playing images back: 2 of 10 1. Playback mode 2. [ ] Card indicator 3. Battery level [ ] Fully battery level [ [ [ 4. [ ] Fairly consumed ] Nearly exhausted ] Virtually no battery power ] Protect indicator 5. Index number of total number 16 These indicators are displayed when recording video clips: REC 12:20 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Movie mode Recording indicator Video counter ] Card indicator [ Battery level ] Fully battery level [ [ [ [ ] Fairly consumed ] Nearly exhausted ] Virtually no battery power 17 These indicators are displayed when playing video clips back: 00:52 2 of 10 1. Playback mode 2. Battery level [ [ [ [ 3. [ ] Fully battery level ] Fairly consumed ] Nearly exhausted ] Virtually no battery power ] Card indicator 4. Index number of total number 5. Movie mode 6. Elapsed time 7. Elapsed playback indicator 18 PREPARING YOUR VIVICAM 5105S Installing the Battery We highly recommend you to use the specified rechargeable lithium-ion battery to realize the full capability of your ViviCam 5105s. Make sure that the power of the ViviCam 5105s is off before inserting or removing the battery. 1. Make sure your ViviCam 5105s is off. 2. Slide the battery/SD card cover lock. 3. Insert the battery in the correct orientation shown. Tilt the battery lock lever in the direction of the arrow and orient the battery so that its label is facing to the front side of the ViviCam 5105s, and then insert the battery. 4. Close the battery/SD card cover lock firmly. Removing the Battery Open the battery/SD card cover and then release the battery lock lever. When the battery has come out a little, slowly pull it out the rest of the way. 19 Charging the Battery Using the AC power adapter may charge the battery or operate the ViviCam 5105s as power supply. Make sure that the power of the ViviCam 5105s is off and then insert the battery before starting. 1. Insert one end of the AC power adapter into the DC IN terminal of the ViviCam 5105s. 2. Insert the other end of the AC power adapter into a wall outlet. The status LED flashes green when charging is started and lights green when charging is completed. It is recommended to fully discharge or exhaust the battery before being charged. Charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and the status of battery. Note: This ViviCam 5105s must be used with specified AC power adapter. Damage caused by the use of an incorrect adapter is not covered under the warranty. When the charging is not started even if following the above procedure, turn the power on at any mode after LCD monitor turns on, and then turn the power off. The battery may feel warm after it has been charged or immediately after being used. This is normal and not a malfunction. When using the ViviCam 5105s in cold areas, keep the ViviCam 5105s and battery warm by holding them inside your outer cloth. If you open the battery cover without removing the battery, the power will not be terminated. If you remove the battery, you have to insert the battery again in a period of 2 hours in order to make sure that the date and time will not be reset. We recommend the battery should be charged 8 hours as first time use. 20 Loading an SD Memory Card (Optional Accessory) Your ViviCam 5105s comes with 16 MB of internal memory (14 MB available for image storage), allowing you to store images and video clips in the ViviCam 5105s. However, you can also expand the memory capacity by using the SD memory card. Optional SD memory card provide removable, reusable storage for images and video clips. 1. Make sure your ViviCam 5105s is off. 2. Slide the SD card/battery cover lock. 3. Insert the SD memory card. If the card cannot be inserted, check the orientation. 4. Close the SD card/battery cover lock firmly. Note: To prevent valuable data from being accidentally deleted from an SD memory card you can slide the write protect tab (on the side of the SD memory card) to "LOCK". To save, edit, or delete data on an SD memory card, you must unlock the card. Be sure to format the memory card with this ViviCam 5105s before its initial usage. To remove an SD memory card 1. Make sure your ViviCam 5105s is off. 2. Slide the SD card/battery cover lock. 3. Press lightly on the edge of the memory card and it will eject. Note: Memory cards may become hot during use; observe due caution when removing memory cards. 21 Setting the Date and Time The Date/Time screen will be presented if/when: The ViviCam 5105s is turned on for the first time. The ViviCam 5105s is turned on after removing the batteries for a long period of time. 1. Select the item field by using the / button. 2. Select the setting by using the / button. 3. Press the OK button after all fields are set. Date/Time mm/dd/yyyy 12 hr Date: 01 01 2005 Time: 01 01 AM OK:Enter or or :Select Item :Change Value Choosing the Language Follow the steps below to set the OSD (On-Screen Display) language. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Press the button to select [Setup] menu. 3. Press the / button to select [Language], and press the OK button. 4. Select a language that you prefer by using the / button. 5. Press the OK button after all fields are set. Note: The language setting will be retained even if the ViviCam 5105s is turned off. 22 Attaching the ViviCam 5105s Strap To prevent accidental slippage during the use, always use the ViviCam 5105s strap. Attach the ViviCam 5105s strap as follows: 1. Thread the small loop of the strap through the strap eyelet on the ViviCam 5105s. 2. Pull the large loop through the small loop until the strap is firmly secured. 23 BASIC FUNCTIONS Turning the Power On 1. Slide the lens cover to turn the ViviCam 5105s on. 2. The ViviCam 5105s sounds one beep when it is initiated. ON Turning the Power Off Slide the lens cover back to turn the ViviCam 5105s off. OFF 24 Using the LCD Monitor Using the LCD monitor can help you to confirm an image while taking pictures, to replay recorded images/video clips or to adjust menu settings. The mode icons, text and numbers that are displayed on the LCD monitor may vary according to the current settings. 1. Slide the lens cover to turn the ViviCam 5105s on. 2. Set the scene mode in the Capture menu based on the desired scenery. (Auto/Sports/Night Scene/Portrait/Landscape/Backlight). 3. Compose your image on the LCD monitor. 4. Press the shutter button. Note: The LCD monitor darkens in strong sunlight or bright light. This is not a malfunction. 25 Using the Normal Mode Normal mode is used to take images where the distance to the subject 3.28 feet (1.0m) to infinity. Select this mode for general shooting, including portraits and scenery. 1. Set the focus to the [ ] position. 2. Compose your image. 3. Press the shutter button. Note: LCD monitor will display [A ] as indicating Normal mode. 26 Adjusting the Zoom Using digital zoom, images appear closer. Whereas digital zoom is a compelling feature, the more an image is enlarged (zoomed), the more pixelated (grainier) the image will appear. 1. Set the scene mode in the Capture menu based on the desired scenery. (Auto/Sports/Night Scene/Portrait/Landscape/Backlight). button to activate the zoom function. 2. Press the Digital zoom's range is from 1x to 2x to 4x. To exit the digital zoom, press the button again and return to the capture status. 3. Press the shutter button to capture a "zoomed" image. Note: You can only set the digital zoom at the resolution of 2560 x 1920 pixels; digital zoom is not available at the resolution of 2048 x 1536 pixels, 1280 x 960 pixels or 640 x 480 pixels. Digital zoom cannot be used in [ ] Movie mode. 27 Using the Flash The flash is designed to function automatically when lighting conditions warrant the use of flash. You can take an image using a suitable flash mode to your circumstances. 1. Set the scene mode in the Capture menu based on the desired scenery. (Auto/Sports/Night Scene/Portrait/Landscape/Backlight). 2. Press the button located on the rear side of the ViviCam 5105s repeatedly until your desired flash mode appears on the LCD monitor. 3. Compose your image and press the shutter button. The ViviCam 5105s has four flash modes: Fill flash (on), Flash off, Automatic flash and Red-eye reduction. 28 The table below will help to choose the appropriate flash mode: Flash Mode [ ] Fill flash (on) Description The flash will always fire regardless of the surrounding brightness. Select this mode for recording images with high contrast (backlighting) and deep shadows. The flash will not fire. Select this mode when taking images in a place where flash photography is prohibited, or when the distance to the subject is beyond the effective range of the flash. The flash fires automatically according to the ambient lighting conditions. Select this mode for general photography. The flash emits a precursor-flash before the main flash fires. This causes the pupil in the human eye to constrict, reducing the red-eye phenomenon. Select this mode when taking images of people and animals in low-light conditions. [ ] Flash off [ A ] Automatic flash [ A ] Red-eye reduction Note: In [ In [ In [ ] Macro mode and [ ] Landscape mode, flash photography is not possible. ] Red-eye reduction. ] Flash off. ] Night Scene mode, flash photography will automatically detect the ambient lighting. If the surrounding A brightness is low, the flash will fire to [ ] Sports mode, Flash mode is automatically set to [ 29 Using the Self-Timer By using the [ ] self-timer you can join into the screen when taking group shots. According to your preferences you can take pictures with the self-timer in any scene mode (Auto/Sports/Night Scene/Portrait/Landscape/Backlight). Self-timer duration can be set as 10 seconds or 5 seconds. Self-timer mode appears cyclically as [10 s] [5 s] [Self-Timer Off]. After the self-timer is set, the shutter automatically releases after 10 seconds or 5 seconds. The self-timer lamp starts blinking relatively slow for the first 7 seconds or the first 2 seconds and then blinking rapidly for the last 3 seconds. 1. Secure the ViviCam 5105s to a tripod or place it on a stable surface. 2. Slide the lens cover to turn the ViviCam 5105s on. 3. Set the scene mode in the Capture menu based on the desired scenery. (Auto/Sports/Night Scene/Portrait/Landscape/Backlight). 4. Press the button to select the desired self-timer mode. 5. Compose your image. 6. Press the shutter button. To cancel the self-timer photography at any time, press the disrupt the sequence. button to Note: After one shot is taken, the self-timer mode is turned to OFF. 30 Using the Macro Mode Use [ ] Macro mode to capture a close-up of the subject, such as flowers or insects. The effective range is between 1.97 feet (0.6m) to 3.28 feet (1.0m). 1. Set the focus switch to the [ ] position. LCD monitor will display [ ] as Macro mode. 2. Compose your image. 3. Press the shutter button. To disable macro photography, slide the focus switch back to the [ ] Normal mode. Note: In [ In [ ] Macro mode, EV compensation, Scene mode and ISO speed cannot be set. ] Macro mode, Flash mode is automatically set to [ ] Flash off. ] Normal position. After a macro shot is taken DO NOT FORGET to reset the lens to the [ 31 Setting the Image Resolution and Quality Resolution and quality settings determine the pixel size (dimension), image file size, and compression ratio for your images. These settings affect the number of images that can be stored in memory, or on an SD memory card. As you get to know the ViviCam 5105s, it is recommended that you try each quality and resolution setting to get an appreciation for the effects that these settings will have on your images. Higher resolution and higher quality images offer the best photographic results but produce large files sizes. Therefore, fewer images will take up more memory space. High resolution and quality settings are recommended for printed output and situations requiring the finest detail. Lower resolution/quality images take up less memory space and may be quite suitable for sharing images via e-mail, in a report, or on a web page. To change image resolution or quality settings perform the steps below: 1. Press the MENU button to enter the [Capture] menu and select [Size] or [Quality] by using the / button. Press the OK button to enter the sub-menu. 2. After entering the sub-menu, select your option by using the / button. Press the OK button to confirm the setting. 3. To exit from the menu mode, use the / button to select [Exit] and press the OK button. 2560x1920 2048x1536 1280x960 640x480 32 Number of Recordable Images The frame counter indicates the approximate number of images that can be stored on the internal memory or the SD memory card at the ViviCam 5105s's image quality and size settings. The number of recordable images may vary depending on the recorded subject and the capacity of the memory card, or if there are files other than images, or when the recording is made while switching the picture quality/resolution. 16 MB Internal Resolution Quality Memory SD Memory Card 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB (14 MB available for image storage) 2560x1920 5 11 14 23 18 30 37 47 71 95 24 30 49 38 63 77 99 149 198 397 596 794 51 62 102 79 130 159 204 306 408 816 1224 1632 103 127 206 161 264 322 413 620 826 1653 2480 3307 207 255 414 323 530 647 828 1243 1657 3315 4973 6630 417 515 835 652 1068 1304 1670 2505 3340 6680 9999 9999 832 1027 1664 1300 2131 2601 3329 4994 6659 9999 9999 9999 2048x1536 3M 1280 x 960 640 x 480 191 287 383 * The above data shows the standard testing results. The actual capacity varies according to the shooting conditions and settings. 33 SELECTING PHOTOGRAPHY MODE Auto Mode Using [ A ] Auto mode the majority of the settings are adjusted by the ViviCam 5105s. Simply point the subject and then shoot. 1. Press the MENU button to enter the [Capture] menu and select [Scene] by using the / button. Press the OK button to enter the sub-menu. 2. After entering the sub-menu, select [Auto] by using the / button. Press the OK button to confirm the setting. LCD monitor will display [ A ] as Auto mode icon. 3. To exit from the menu mode, use the / button to select [Exit] and press the OK button. Capture Size Quality Scene EV White balance ISO Color :Return OK:Adjust 5M Setup 2560x1920 Auto Sports Night Scene Portrait Landscape Backlight or :Select Item Note: ViviCam 5105s original status is set as [ A ] Auto mode. For other settings like Language, Power Off time or others, choose [Setup] in Capture/Video/Playback menu. 34 Sports Mode For dynamic action choose [ ] Sports mode. This feature also letting you to capture moving subjects continuously. 1. Press the MENU button to enter the [Capture] menu and select [Scene] by using the / button. Press the OK button to enter the sub-menu. 2. After entering the sub-menu, select [Sports] by using the / button. Press the OK button to confirm the setting. LCD monitor will display [ ] as Sports mode icon. 3. To exit from the menu mode, use the / button to select [Exit] and press the OK button. 5M Note: In [ In [ ] Sports mode, ISO speed cannot be set. ] Sports mode, Flash mode is automatically set to [ ] Flash off. For other settings like Language, Power Off time or others, choose [Setup] in Capture/Video/Playback menu. 35 Night Scene Mode Capturing human subjects by using [ ] Night Scene mode helps to provide a natural balance between the main subject and the background. The people in an evening sky or night scene are illuminated with lights from the flash while the background is captured at a slow shutter speed to prevent blurring and let the both (people and the background) appear accordingly exposure. 1. Press the MENU button to enter the [Capture] menu and select [Scene] by using the / button. Press the OK button to enter the sub-menu. 2. After entering the sub-menu, select [Night Scene] by using the / button. Press the OK button to confirm the setting. LCD monitor will display [ ] as Night Scene icon. 3. To exit from the menu mode, use the / button to select [Exit] and press the OK button. 5M Note: In [ In [ ] Night Scene mode, Flash mode will automatically detect the ambient lighting. If the surrounding A brightness is low, the flash will fire to [ ] Red-eye reduction. ] Night Scene mode, ISO speed cannot be set. For other settings like Language, Power Off time or others, choose [Setup] in Capture/Video/Playback menu. 36 Portrait Mode Taking pictures by selecting [ ] Portrait mode helps you to construct portraits in which the main subject stands out sharply and clearly while indistinct background's details. 1. Press the MENU button to enter the [Capture] menu and select [Scene] by using the / button. Press the OK button to enter the sub-menu. 2. After entering the sub-menu, select [Portrait] by using the / button. Press the OK button to confirm the setting. LCD monitor will display [ ] as Portrait mode icon. 3. To exit from the menu mode, use the / button to select [Exit] and press the OK button. 5M A Note: In [ In [ ] Portrait mode, ISO speed cannot be set. ] Portrait mode, in a dark or night-time background, Flash mode defaults to [ A ] Red-eye reduction. For other settings like Language, Power Off time or others, choose [Setup] in Capture/Video/Playback menu. 37 Landscape Mode Taking images by choosing [ ] Landscape mode helps you to capture vivid and expansive landscape pictures with the enhancement of image's color and saturation. [ ] Landscape mode is used when the distance to the subject is between 3.28 feet (1.0m) to infinity. 1. Press the MENU button to enter the [Capture] menu and select [Scene] by using the / button. Press the OK button to enter the sub-menu. 2. After entering the sub-menu, select [Landscape] by using the / button. Press the OK button to confirm the setting. LCD monitor will display [ ] as Landscape mode icon. 3. To exit from the menu mode, use the / button to select [Exit] and press the OK button. 5M Note: In [ In [ ] Landscape mode, ISO speed cannot be set. ] Landscape mode, Flash mode is automatically set to [ ] Flash off. For other settings like Language, Power Off time or others, choose [Setup] in Capture/Video/Playback menu. 38 Backlight Mode Use [ ] Backlight mode when light is coming from behind your subject, throwing their features into shadow, or when your subject is in the shade but the background is brightly lit. 1. Press the MENU button to enter the [Capture] menu and select [Scene] by using the / button. Press the OK button to enter the sub-menu. 2. After entering the sub-menu, select [Backlight] by using the / button. Press the OK button to confirm the setting. LCD monitor will display [ ] as Backlight mode icon. 3. To exit from the menu mode, use the / button to select [Exit] and press the OK button. 5M Note: In [ In [ ] Backlight mode, Flash mode defaults to [ ] Backlight mode, ISO speed cannot be set. ] Fill flash (on). For other settings like Language, Power Off time or others, choose [Setup] in Capture/Video/Playback menu. 39 MOVIE MODE Using [ ] Movie mode allows you to record video clips at a resolution of 320 x 240 pixels. ] Movie mode. 1. Press the MODE button to enter the [ 00:20 2. You can start recording a video clip by pressing the shutter button. 3. To stop recording, press the shutter button again. Note: In [ In [ ] Movie mode, resolution/quality, self-timer cannot be set or activated. ] Movie mode, the flash mode is automatically set to [ ] Flash off. To set [EV] or [White Balance], you may use the [Video] menu. 40 IMAGE PLAYBACK In [ ] Playback mode, you can view, magnify your images or play video clips back. This mode even provides thumbnail images display and slide show, allowing you to quickly search for the image that you want or play the images back one by one automatically. Single Image Playback Play back still images one at a time. 1. Press the MODE button twice to enter [ ] Playback mode. The last recorded image appears on the LCD monitor. 2. View and select your recorded images by using the / button. To view the previous image, press the button. To view the next image, press the button. 2 of 10 Note: To exit [ ] Playback mode, press the MODE button. If there is no image stored in the internal memory or on the memory card, [No Image] message will appear on the LCD monitor. During playback, the recorded image appears to be larger than the one on preview in capture mode. 41 Magnifying Images While reviewing your images, you may enlarge a selected portion of an image. This magnification allows you to view fine details. 1. Press the MODE button twice to enter [ ] Playback mode. The last image frame appears on the LCD monitor. 2. View and select your images by using the / button. 3. Enlarge the image by pressing the OK button. Pressing the OK button once magnifies the image to 2X. 4. Use the / / / button to select the area to enlarge. 5. To return to the regular display from 4X-enlarged status, press the OK button. Note: Each press of the OK button, the modes switch cyclically: 1X 2X 3X 4X 1X. 42 Viewing Nine Images At A Time This function allows you to view nine thumbnail images on the LCD monitor simultaneously so that you can quickly scan for a particular image. 1. Press the MODE button twice to enter [ ] Playback mode. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Use the / button to select [Thumbnails]. 4. Press the OK button and nine thumbnail images appear on the LCD monitor. (Assuming there are nine or more recorded images in the memory.) 5. Use the / / / button to move the cursor to select the image to be displayed at regular size. 6. Press the OK button to display the selected image on the full screen. Playback Delete Setup Next Menu Next Memu OFF Next Menu Copy to Card Slide Show Protect Thumbnails Exit : Exit OK: Adjust :Select Page or :Select Item 00:12 05 of 09 43 Viewing Video Clips To view the recorded video clips, follow the steps below: 1.Press the MODE button twice to enter [ ] Playback mode. 2.Select the video clip that you want to view by using the / 3.Press the OK button. Playback begins. Press the OK button again to stop the playback. button. Automated Playback (Slide Show) 00:52 2 of 10 Slide show function enables you to play your images back automatically in sequential order as a slide show. This is a very useful and entertaining feature reviewing recorded images and for presentations. 1. Press the MODE button twice to enter [ ] Playback mode. Then press the MENU button to enter the Playback menu. 2. Select [Slide Show] by using the / button then press the OK button to enter the sub-menu. 3. Set the playback interval by using the / button and press the OK button to confirm. The slide-show starts displaying your images on the LCD monitor, one by one, with the interval that you set. To stop the slide-show display, press the OK button. Playback Delete Copy to Card Slide Show Protect Thumbnails Exit :Return OK:Adjust Setup Next Menu 3 Sec 6 Sec 10 Sec Off or :Select Item Note: To not set automated playback (slide show) you may press the MENU button to exit. 44 Protecting Images This feature allows you to prevent recorded images from being accidentally erased. 1. Press the MODE button twice to enter [ ] Playback mode. Then press the MENU button to enter the Playback menu. 2. Select [Protect] by using the / button, and press the OK button. 3. You can select to protect single image or all images at one time by using the / button, and press the OK button. [Single]: Protect one image at one time. [All]: Protect all images at once. 4. Select [Unlock] or [Lock] by using the / button. [Unlock]: Unlock the protected image. [Lock]: Protect the selected image or all images. 5. Press the OK button again to confirm the setting. 2 of 10 45 DELETING IMAGES Deleting Images/Video Clips Singly You can delete a captured image or a recorded video clip at a time. 1. Press the MODE button twice to enter [ ] Playback mode. The last image frame appears on the LCD monitor. 2. View and select unwanted images by using the / button, then press the MENU button. 3. Select [Delete] by using the / button, and press the OK button. 4. Use the / button to select [Single], and press the OK button. 5. Use the / button to select [Execute] and press the OK button to confirm the deletion.To cancel the action, select [Cancel]. 6. Continue the deletion if necessary. If all images are deleted, [No Image] will pop up. To exit the deletion, press the MODE button again. Playback Delete Single All Images Setup :Exit OK:Enter or :Select Playback Setup Delete This Image? Cancel Execute Note: OK:Enter or :Select Please be aware of that deleted images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before deleting a file. Protected images cannot be deleted with the delete function. :Exit 46 Deleting All Images/Video Clips 1. Press the MODE button twice to enter [ ] Playback mode. Then press the MENU button to enter the Playback menu. 2. Select [Delete] by using the / button, and press the OK button. 3. Use the / button to select [All Images], and press the OK button. 4. Use the / button, then select [Execute] and press the OK button to confirm the deletion.To cancel the action, select [Cancel]. Playback Setup Delete All Image? Cancel Execute :Exit OK:Enter or :Select Note: Please be aware of that deleted images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before deleting a file. Protected images cannot be deleted with the delete function. If SD memory card is inserted; images and video clips recorded on the memory card will be deleted first. 47 Formatting an SD Memory Card or Internal Memory This utility formats the internal memory (or memory card) and deletes all stored images and data. 1. Press the MENU button to enter [Setup] in any mode. 2. Select [Format] by using the / button. Press the OK button to enter the sub-menu. 3. If you want to format the SD memory card or the internal memory choose [Execute] by pressing the / button, then press the OK button to confirm. To cancel the action, select [Cancel]. [No Image] pops up after the SD memory card or the internal memory has been formatted. :Exit Note: Be sure the SD memory card is properly inserted into the ViviCam 5105s before formatting it. To format images or video clips recorded in the internal memory, be sure to remove your SD memory card first. For complete compatibility, be sure NOT to select FAT 32 as the file system when you format the SD card on your computer. Memory cards formatted in FAT 32 file system will not be recognized by this ViviCam 5105s. 48 CONNECTING THE VIVICAM 5105S DIRECTLY TO THE PRINTER FOR PRINTING IMAGES (PICTBRIGDE FUNCTION) Even if you do not have a computer, you can connect the ViviCam 5105s directly to a printer that supports PictBridge to perform image selection and printing using the ViviCam 5105s 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 ViviCam 5105s to the printer Connect one end of the USB cable to a PictBridge compliant printer. Connect the other end of the USB cable to the USB terminal on the ViviCam 5105s. Then turn on the printer and your ViviCam 5105s. The [USB] mode screen is displayed. Settings and printing image 1. Use the / button to select [PictBridge], then press the OK button. 2. To select the image you want to print, choose [Images] from the PictBridge menu and press the OK button. * If you want to print one image, choose [Single] and press the OK button. Then choose the image by using the / button and press the OK button to confirm. * If you want to print all images, choose [All] and press the OK button to confirm. 49 3. Select [Print Size] to set the size of image you wish to print. The options may vary depending on the type of printer being used. Press the OK button to confirm. 4. Select [Paper Type] to choose the type of paper you wish to use. The options may vary depending on the type of printer being used. Press the OK button to confirm. 5. Select [Paper Size] to set the size of paper you wish to use. The options may vary depending on the type of printer being used. Press the OK button to confirm. 6. After all settings are confirmed, select [Print] to begin printing. If you want to cancel during printing, press the OK button. When the printing is completed, the message "Printing complete" will appear on the screen. To return to PictBridge menu, press the OK button. 50