Vivitar Vivicam 5150s User Manual

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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.

Vivitar Vivicam 5150s Specifications

General

Optical Zoom	3x
Digital Zoom	4x
LCD Screen Size	2.4 inches
Image Sensor Type	CMOS
Storage Media	SD card
Video Resolution	640 x 480
Weight	150 g
Megapixels	5 MP
Battery Type	AA
Image Resolution	2560 x 1920 pixels

Summary

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Warnings

Critical safety warnings concerning fire, electric shock, injury, and property damage.

Cautions

Precautions for safe handling, usage, and environmental exposure to prevent damage or harm.

Notes on Battery Usage

PREPARING THE VIVICAM 5150s

GETTING STARTED

Turning the Power On/Off

Setting the Date and Time

Formatting an SD Memory Card or Internal Memory

PHOTOGRAPHY MODE

Shooting Images - The Basics

Fundamental steps for composing and capturing still images using the camera.

Setting Image Resolution and Quality

How to adjust image size (resolution) and quality (compression) for photos.

Using the Zoom Function

Instructions on operating the digital zoom feature to enlarge subjects in the frame.

Setting Focus

Guide to selecting appropriate focus modes (Normal, Macro) for different shooting scenarios.

Using the Flash

Using the Self-Timer

Adjusting the Exposure (EV Compensation)

Manual adjustment of exposure levels to improve image brightness and contrast.

Setting White Balance

Adjusts color temperature to match different lighting conditions for accurate colors.

Scene Mode Selection

Selection of pre-set shooting modes tailored for specific photographic situations.

PLAYBACK MODE - THE BASICS

VIDEO MODE

Recording Video Clips

PLAYBACK MODE – ADVANCED FEATURES

Deleting Images/Video Clips

Protecting Images/Video Clips

Connecting to a PictBridge Compliant Printer

TRANSFERRING FILES FROM YOUR VIVICAM 5150s TO COMPUTER

Install the USB driver

Steps to install the necessary USB driver for connecting the camera to a computer.

Connect the ViviCam 5150s to your computer

Procedure for establishing a USB connection between the camera and a computer.

Download images or video clips

How to copy and transfer captured images and video clips from the camera to computer.

USING THE DIGITAL CAMERA AS A PC CAMERA

Install the PC camera driver

Connect the digital camera to your computer

Run your application software

MENU OPTIONS

Camera Menu

Video Menu

Playback Menu

Setup Menu

Covers camera operating environment settings like date, language, auto-off, and system reset.

APPENDIX

Troubleshooting Guide

Lists common camera problems, their possible causes, and solutions for troubleshooting.