User manual VIVITAR VIVICAM 3500

[. . . ] Vivicam 3500 User Manual English 021009 CONTENTS NAME OF PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Attaching the Strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Inserting the Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] Usually the Picture number is decreased by the shutter release, but it may not be depending on subjects to be captured. * Take care of your fingers that not to block the lens or flash. * Never open the Battery Chamber Cover, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the camera or unplug it from the wall socket while image processing. * The newly captured image is always given to the next number of the current last number even some images are erased by Each Erase before capturing. In case the number reaches 9999, the camera displays "CARD FULL" message and it is required to erase stored images to capture new images. Using Auto Flash 1. If sufficient Light Value is measured through the Flash Control Sensor, the built-in Flash will not fire. If additional light is required, the built-in Flash will fire automatically. Auto Mode (automatic self activating flash) Flash On Mode (Fill in Flash, User decides to use flash) Flash Off Mode (User decides not to use flash) 11 Flash ON Mode Daylight flash photography is effective for back-lighted subjects, strong shadows, or on cloudy days. It lets you take more natural looking pictures by softening harsh shadows. The flash effective shutter speed is from 1/3 to 1/1000 second. Press the /- Button to make the Flash ON symbol is displayed on LCD. There will be flash every time the shutter is released. Flash OFF Mode This mode forcibly prevents automatic firing of the flash and extends exposure time up to 1/3 second, thus allowing sufficient light photography in museums, churches, etc. Press the /- Button to make the Flash OFF symbol is displayed on LCD. Press the Shutter Release Button and the shutter will be released with out flash. Using the Self-Timer Mode (Fig. 8) This mode is not only for close distance but also for distant scenic pictures. When taking a long distance scenic pictures, or night view evening scene using a slow shutter speed you can get a sharp, vibration free photograph by placing the camera on a tripod and using this mode. Select the Recording Mode by sliding the Mode switch to REC position. 2. Select the Self-Timer mode by pressing the /+ button1. The Self- Timer symbol will show on the LCD Panel. This mode will be canceled by pressing the /+ button again, POWER button, or sliding the Mode switch to Playback mode. Compose the picture through Optical Viewfinder or LCD Panel on a steady support or fixed on a tripod attached to the Tripod Socket. Press Shutter Release Button2, the self-timer will start working. The red LED on the front of the camera will light steadily for approximately seven seconds, and then blink for about three seconds to indicate that the shutter is to be released automatically. 12 5. [. . . ] A defective camera being returned under this warranty must be accompanied by a brief description of difficulties encountered and by proof of purchaser showing date of purchase. All related transportation costs and insurance will be at the owner's expense. Any alteration of this warranty cannot be made without our written approval. 19 SPECIFICATIONS Product Type: Imaging Device: Digital Still Camera 1/2-inch CCD, 1. 5M pixels(total pixels), progressive scanning Image Quality: Fine/Normal/Economy Image Resolution: 1360 x 1024 pixels (Fine / Normal); 640 x 480 pixels (Economy) Recording System: Digital (JPEG based)/Field recording Recording Medium:CompactFlash (up to 48MB ). No resident memory included Number of images: About 10/20/35 images (F/N/E), when 4MB CF card is used Image Capturing: single or 9 sequential images, saved as one image file Playback Modes: Single or 9 thumbnails, Image search function available Digital Zoom: 2x, both in Rec. /Play Shooting options: Sharpness/Color Erase Functions: Single Image or All Images. [. . . ]