Vivicam 3725 User Manual
English
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Warranty Policy
This camera is under warranty for one full year from the date of purchase by the original purchaser.
In case of defects in materials or workmanship, we will replace or repair the camera free of charge.
This warranty applies to the camera only. This warranty does not include batteries, or other
accessories that have not been manufactured by our company. This warranty will not be honored if
the camera has been mishandled or tampered with, or altered by anyone other than the manufacturer.
Other than for the warranty herein, we are not responsible for loss, damage, or inconvenience of
any kind.
A defective camera being returned under warranty must be accompanied by a brief description of
the difficulties encountered and also by a proof of purchase with the date of purchase clearly indicated.
All related transportation costs and insurance are at the owner's expense. Any alteration of this
warranty cannot be made without the written approval from our company.
FCC Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in commercial 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, detectable by
turning the equipment in question 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
distance between the equipment and the receiver; Connect the equipment to an outlet on a different
circuit than that which the receiver is connected to; Or consult the dealer or an experienced radio/
TV technician for help.
NOTE
A shielded-type DC power cable incorporated with a ferrite core is required in order to meet the
FCC emission limits and also to prevent interference to the nearby radio and television reception.
Use only shielded I/O cable incorporated with a ferrite core to connect this equipment to host computer
and TV set. Shielded A.C. power cable and shielded I/O cables are required in order to meet the
FCC emission limits. It is essential that only the supplied power cord and I/O cable(s) be used.
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Warning
Do not use this camera if it is emitting smoke, becomes unusually hot to be touched,
emitting any unusual odor or noise, or if it is in any other abnormal states.
Operating the camera in any of these situations may cause a fire or an electrical shock.
(batteries or AC power adapter). (If you are using the AC power adapter,unplug the adapter
from the AC power outlet after you have disconnected the camera.)
After checking that smoke is no longer being emitted, contact your dealer or your local
authorized service facility and request repairs. never attempt to repair this camera yourself
as this is dangerous.
Do not use the camera if any water has entered the camera.
Turn the camera off, and then disconnect the power source (batteries or AC power adapter).
(if you are using the AC power adapter, unplug the adapter from the AC power outlet after
you have disconnected the camera.) Then contact your dealer or your local authorized service
facility. Do not continue to use the camera as this may cause a fire or an electrical shock.
Do not use the camera if any foreign objects have entered the camera. Turn the camera off,
and then disconnect the power source (batteries or AC power adapter).
(if you are using the AC power adapter, unplug the adapter from the AC power outlet after
you have disconnected the camera.) Then contact your dealer or your local authorized service
facility. Do not continue to use the camera as this may cause a fire or an electrical shock.
If the camera has been dropped or if the camera case has been damaged,
turn the camera off, and then disconnect the power source (batteries or AC power adapter).
(if you are using the AC power adapter, unplug the adapter from the AC power outlet after
you have disconnected the camera.) Then contact your dealer or your local authorized service
facility.
Do not continue to use the camera as this may cause a fire or an electrical shock.
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Warning
Do not place the camera in any unstable locations such as on a wobbly table or
sloping surface where the camera may fall or tip over and cause injury.
Do not expose the camera to moisture and make sure that there is no water getting into the
camera.
Take particular care when using the camera under extreme weather conditions such as rain
or snow, or when operating the camera at the beach on near water.
Water in the camera may cause a fire or an electrical shock.
Do not insert or drop metallic or inflammable foreign objects into the camera through access
points such as the memory card slot. This may cause a fire or an electrical shock.
Do not attempt to modify this camera.
This may cause a fire or an electrical shock.
Do not remove the camera casing. This may cause an electrical shock.
Internal inspection, maintenance and repairs should only be carried out by your dealer or
local authorized service facility.
Avoid using this camera in the bathrooms.
Exposure to excessive moisture may cause a fire or an electrical shock.
Do not touch the power plug during a thunderstorm if you are using the AC power adapter.
This may cause an electrical shock.
Never operate this camera in any way while driving a vehicle.
This may cause a traffic accident.
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Caution
Do not place this camera in damp or dusty locations.
This may cause a fire or an electrical shock.
Do not place this camera in a location affected by oil fumes or steam,such as near a cooking
stove or humidifier. This may cause a fire or an electrical shock.
Do not leave this camera in a location subject to extremely high temperatures,
such as in a sealed vehicle or in direct sunlight.
Exposure to high temperatures may adversely affect the camera case and
internal components and may cause a fire.
Do not cover or wrap the camera or the AC power adapter with a cloth or quilt.
This may cause heat to build up and distort the case and cause a fire.
Always use the camera and its accessories in well-ventilated locations.
Handle the camera carefully and do not bump the camera into any hard object.
Handling the camea roughly may cause a malfunction..
Do not move the camera while it is switched on.
(if you are using the AC power adapter, unplug the adapter from the AC power outlet after
you have switched off the camera.)
Ensure that any connector cords or cables to other devices are disconnected before moving
the camera,Failure to do so may damage the cords or cables and cause a fire or an electrical
shock.
When handing the camera ,always unplug it from the power source (batteries or AC power
adapter) for safety.
(if you are using the AC power adapter, unplug the adapter from the AC power outlet after
you have disconnected the camera.)
Failure to do may result in an electrical shock.
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Caution
When leaving the camera unused for long periods, such as during a vacation,always unplug
the camera from the power source (batteries or AC power adapter ) for safety.(if you are
using the AC power adapter, unplug the dapter from the AC power outlet after you have
disconnected the camera.)
Failure to do so could result in a fire.
Do not use batteries other than those specified for use with your 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.
When fitting batteries into the camera, check the polarity markings on the battery ( - and + )
to ensure that you insert the battery correctly.
Incorrect battery 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.
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Contents
Contents
Preparation
Checking Accessories
Name of Parts
Preparing the Power Supply
Inserting/Removing the CompactFlash Card
Attaching the Neck Strap and Lens Cap
Setting the Menu Display Language and Time/Date
Auto Recording
Taking Pictures
Number of recordable images
Zoom Control
Focus Lock Recording
Selecting the Subject Modes
Macro Mode
Portrait Mode
Landscape Mode
Night Portrait Mode
Text Mode
Selecting the Flash Modes
Auto Flash Mode
Fill-in Flash Mode
Flash Off Mode
Red-Eye Reduction Mode
Selecting the Drive Modes
Self-Timer Mode
Continuous Advanced Mode
Bracketing Mode
Exposure Compensation
Quickview and Deletion
Manual Recording
Changing the Exposure Modes
Long Time Exposure
Changing the Focus Modes
Changing the White Balance
Changing the ISO
Recording in Black and White
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chapter 5
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Movie Recording
Recording movies with the Remote Control
Playback Images
Viewing Images
Viewing Movies
Viewing Multiple Images (Index Playback)
Enlarged Playback
Viewing Images on a TV
Advanced Operating Modes and Menus
Navigating the menu
Auto Recording Mode Menu
Image Size
Quality
Voice Memo
Date Imprint
Digital Zoom
Inst. Playback
Manual Recording Mode Menu
Exposure Mode
White Balance
Focus Mode
Sensitivity
Full-time AF
Metering Mode
Exposure Bracket
Color Mode
Playback Mode Menu
Delete
Lock
Index Format
Slide show
Print
Copy
Setup Mode Menu
LCD Brightness
Format
Power Save
Beep
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