DC-3190
USER MANUAL
Package Contents:
Argus DC-3190 3.2MP Digital Camera
3 AAA Alkaline Batteries
Camera Pouch
Driver and Software CD
Table of Contents
Safety and General Information......................2
Getting to Know Your Camera.........................4
Camera Setup........................................................6
Driver Installation...............................................13
Specifications.......................................................19
Troubleshooting.................................................19
Safety and General Information
Thank you for purchasing the Argus DC-3190.  
We hope that you enjoy this camera for years 
of trouble-free operation.  Please read this 
manual carefully before using the camera
and follow the instruction to avoid any damage 
that could be caused by improper operation.
Caution
The software CD-ROM packaged with the 
camera is designed to be used with a personal 
computer only.  Do not attempt to play this 
CD-ROM on a stereo or CD player as this may
cause damage to both the disc and the CD player.  
This camera is a precision electronic device. 
Do not attempt to service this camera yourself.  
Opening or removing the cover may expose you 
to dangerous voltages or other risks.  Further, 
avoid exposing this camera to direct sunlight 
as doing so could cause a fire.
Before Using Your Camera
Use your camera to shoot several trial images
before taking pictures of important subjects 
to ensure proper operation.  Any loss caused 
by the malfunction of this product (such as 
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costs of photography or loss of benefit generated 
by the photography) is not the responsibility of
Argus Camera Company and no compensation 
will be given for it.
Copyright Information
Unless agreed by the rightful owner, pictures 
taken with this digital camera cannot be used in 
violation of copyright law.  Moreover, when there 
is a “No Photography” restriction in place, you 
cannot record any performance, improvisation, or  
exhibit even for personal use.  Any transfer of
pictures or memory cards with data must be 
conducted under the constraints of copyright law.
Caution When Using the Camera
This product consists of intricate electrical parts. 
To ensure that the camera photographs normally, 
do not drop or hit the camera when taking 
pictures.  Avoid using or placing the camera in 
the following locations:
1. Damp and dusty places.
2. Sealed vehicles or other places exposed to direct 
sunlight or subject to extreme temperatures.
3. Turbulent environments.
Do not open the battery cover when the power
is on as this may cause a loss of images.
If the camera has gotten wet, immediately turn
the power OFF and remove the batteries.  Do not 
attempt to dry it with an external heat source.
How to Maintain Your Camera
1. If the lens, LCD display, or viewfinder is dirty, 
please use the accompanying cleaning cloth to 
wipe the surface clean.  Avoid touching these 
areas with your fingers.
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2. When not in use, keep the camera in its 
carrying case, otherwise you risk scratching the  
lens, LCD display, orviewfinder.
3. Do not use soap, detergent, or other solution 
to clean the camera; use a clean, soft cloth only.
Getting to know Your Camera
Camera Components Guide
1. Flash 
2. Self-timer LED
3. Lens
4. Viewfinder
5. USB
6. Tripod mount
7. Flash LED
8. Shutter button
9. ON/OFF button
10. Strap bar
11. Battery/Card slot cover
12. Up button
13. Right button
14. Menu button
15. Down button
16. Flash button
17. Playback button
18. Display button
19. Left button
20. LCD screen
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LCD display
Prepare Your Camera for Use
Load Batteries and Memory Card
Open the battery cover and insert the batteries
according to the polarity indicated on the
 battery door and close the cover.  Optional: 
insert an SD memory card  (not included).
When the battery power is low, an icon will 
appear on the screen.  You will need to select 
what kind of battery you are using.  If you use 
alkaline batteries, you should select 1 and the 
battery capacity icon will display half full 
indicating that you will not be able to use the 
flash but you will still be able to take pictures 
until the icon displays empty; If you are using 
rechargeable batteries, select 2 and the battery 
capacity icon will display full indicating that you 
can take pictures until the icon shows that the
battery capacity is empty.
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Turning the Camera ON/OFF
To turn the camera on, press the ON/OFF button 
for 2 to 3 seconds until the operation LED is lit. 
To turn off the camera, press the ON/OFF button 
for 2 seconds.The camera will also power off 
automatically after 30 seconds of inactivity if not 
connected to the computer via the USB cable.  
The auto power off time can be manually set 
as described in the Auto Power Off section of 
this manual. 
Camera Setup
Taking Pictures and Recording Options
Image Capture
Pressing the menu button will enter the capture 
select menu.  Press the UP or DOWN button 
to select the desired capture mode, then press 
menu button to confirm. 
Color Options
From the Image Capture menu, press the RIGHT
 
button to enter the Color Options menu.  Press 
the UP or DOWN button to select the item that 
you wish to adjust and the menu button to 
enter the selected item.
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Adjusting ExposureValue:
Selecting the desiredWhite Balance: 
Adjusting the Sharpness: 
Resolution
Press the UP or DOWN button to select the 
desired resolution and press the menu 
button to confirm.
Super: 2304X1728
High: 2048X1536
Middle: 1600X1200
Low: 1280X102 4
Quality
Press the UP or DOWN button to select the 
preferred quality level and press the menu 
button to confirm. 
 
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Auto Power-Off Time
Press the DOWN button to set the Auto Power-Off 
Time.
Set the Date and Time
Press the DOWN button to set date and time.
If DISPLAY is selected, the date & time will show
 
on the captured images.  If you do not want the
date and time on the pictures, select NO DISPLAY.
Set Frequency
Changing the frequency may 
help to reduce flicker if you
use fluorescent lights.
Language
Press the UP or DOWN button 
to select the desired language and
press the menu button to confirm.
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