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DC 3550 User's Manual
Digital Camera
Table of Contents
Getting Started
Welcome
Contents of Package
System Requirements
Dc3550 Nomenclature
Accessory Set-up
Powering Up
Battery Installation
Using the AC adapter
Compact Flash Card Installation
Ejecting the Compact Flash Card
Formatting Compact Flash Card
Date and Time Adjustment
Recording Images
Using the Navigation Dial
Recording Mode Screen
LCD Panel Control Screen
Taking Pictures
Using Zoom
Macro Mode
Exposure Compensation
White Balance
Using the Flash
Self-Timer
LCD Brightness
Beep Sound
Taking a Movie
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Viewing Pictures
Playback Pictures
Display a Movie
Deleting Pictures
Managing Pictures
Connecting External Equipmen
Television Display Output
PC Display Output
Installing Software
How to install driver for Windows98( other OS without)
How to install MGI PhotoSuite8.21SE software
How to install QuickTime5 software
Accessories
FAQ(Frequently Asked Questions)
Specifications
QSG(Quick Start Guide)
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Getting Started
Welcome to the Exciting World of Argus Camera
Thank you for choosing Argus Camera to pursue your video adventures. Whether you are
creating memories of your friends and family or exploring the great outdoors, since 1936
Argus Camera has been there, sharpening your images with leading edge technology. To
get the utmost satisfaction from your DC3550 digital camera please take a moment to read
through this manual.
camera's multiple capabilities.
Its contents will send you on an educational journey into your
Thank you again for choosing Argus!
This camera is not resistant to water and should not be used outdoors in snow or
rain. If accidentally dropped in water, please quickly pour out the water. Dry it with
sunlight or an air-blower.
Protect it from excessive humidity. It will wet the lens and the pictures taken will be
blurred.
Do not attempt to disassemble the camera yourself. Always take it to an authorized
service facility for repair.
To store the camera, wrap it in a piece of clean, soft cloth and place it in a cool, dry,
dust-free place.
Performance may be limited using 1.5V batteries in low temperatures. Do not use
Manganese batteries as they may overheat and destroy the camera.
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Contents of Package
DC 3550 camera
USB cable
Video cable
User's Manual
Installation CD-ROM
Wrist strap
Lens cap strap
Lens cover
4- AA 1.5V batteries
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System Requirements
Intel 486 or higher CPU (intel pentium processor or higher recommended)
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Microsoft Windows98/Me
/2000
/XP operation system
At least 16MB RAM
80MB harddisk space
CD-ROM driver
Microsoft Mouse or compatible mouse device
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DC3550 Nomenclature
Control panel
Viewfinder
Macro / self-timer / flash
Viewfinder focus dial
Self-timer lamp (red)
Connector
cover
Flash sensor
Flash
card compartment
cover
Lens
Computer
connector
USB
Video output
connector
NTSC
AC adapter
connector
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