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Vivicam 2750 User Manual 
  
 
 
 
 
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							 Warranty Policy
This camera is under warranty for one full year from the date of purchase by the orignal 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 which 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 insurances are at the ownerís expense. Any alteration
of this warranty cannot be made without Pretecís written approval.
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 commerical 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 guarentee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interferece
to radio or television reception, detectable by turning the equipment in question off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the intereference 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.
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Do not place this camera in damp or dusty location.
This may cause a fire or electric shock.
CAUTION
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 electric shock.
Do not leave this camera in places 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 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
or cause a fire. Always use the camera and its accessories in well-
ventilated locations.
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.) Then 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 electric shock. Take care that the camera is not bumped when it is being moved.
This may cause the camera to malfunction.
When handling 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 so could result in
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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 adapter from the
AC power outlet after you have disconnected the camera.)
Failure to do so could result in a fire.
CAUTION
Contact your dealer or local authorized service facility to request
cleaning of the interior of the camera every two years. Allowing
dust to accumulate in the camera for long periods without cleaning
the camera interior may cause a fire or electric shock.
Cleaning is best performed prior to seasonal periods of high humidity.
Consult with your dealer or local authorized service facility for
information on the cost of cleaning your camera.
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 a battery 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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Do not use the camera if any water has entered the camera. Switch
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 electric 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 electric shock.
If the camera has been dropped or the camera case has been
damaged, switch 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 electric shock. Do not use this camera when it is emitting smoke, is unusually hot to
the touch, is emitting any unusual odor or noise, or is in any other
abnormal state. Use of the camera in any of these situations may
cause a fire or electric shock. Stop using the camera immediately,
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.) 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.
WARNING
Unplug from
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Do not place the camera in unstable locations such as on a wobbly
table or sloping surface where the camera may fall or tip over and
cause injury.
WARNING
Take care that the camera is not exposed to moisture and that
water does not get into the camera. Take particular care when it is
raining or snowing or when you are using the camera at the beach
or near water.
Water in the camera may cause a fire or electric shock.
Do not insert or drop metallic or inflammable foreign objects into
the camera through access points such as the Compact Flash card
slot.
This may cause a fire or electric shock.
Do not attempt to modify this camera. This may cause a fire or
electric shock.
Do not remove the camera casing. This may cause an electric
shock. Internal inspection, maintenance and repairs should be carried
out by your dealer or local authorized service facility.
Do not use this camera in the bathroom. This may cause a fire or
electric shock.
Do not touch the power plug during a thunderstorm if you are using
the AC power adapter.
This may cause an electric shock.
Do not disassemble
Do not use in wet areas.
Do not touch  
						

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Never use this camera, look through the viewfinder, or watch the
LCD (liquid crystal display)while you are operating a moving car,
motorcycle or bicycle.
This may cause a traffic accident.
WARNING
Do not attempt to charge the alkaline battery.
This may cause the battery to split or leak, causing fire or injury.
Do not heat or attempt to disassemble a battery, and do not place
a battery in water or in a fire.
Any of these may cause the battery to split or leak, cause fire or
injury.
Do not subject a battery to strong impacts, such as hitting it with a
hammer, stepping on it or dropping it. Any of these may cause the
battery to split or leak, cause fire or injury.
Use only the specified batteries or AC power adapter specified
for use with this camera.
The use of other power sources may cause a fire.
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Do not carry or store a battery with objects such as metal pens,
necklaces, coins or hairpins. This could short circuit the positive
   and negative   poles of the battery.
This may cause the battery to split or leak, resulting in fire or injury.  
						

							 Contents
Getting Started  ...............................................................................9
What’s Inside:  ...........................................................................................9
System Requirements (Windows)  ..................................................10
System Requirements (Macintosh)  ................................................10
Getting to know the camera  ................................................11
Using the camera  .............................................................................12
Power Supply  ..........................................................................................12
Inserting Batteries  ...............................................................................12
Flash Memory  .........................................................................................13
Extended Flash Memory  ...............................................................13
Using AC Power  ...................................................................................14
Auto Power Off  .....................................................................................14
Taking Pictures  ..................................................................................15
Using the LCD Display  ............................................................16
Adjusting LCD Brightness  ...........................................................16
Viewing Pictures on the LCD  ....................................................16
Viewing Thumbnails  ...........................................................................17
Menu Mode  ............................................................................................17
Erasing Pictures from Memory  .......................................19
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							 Defining Picture Quality  ........................................................19
Using the Flash  ..................................................................................20
Using the Self-Timer  ...................................................................20
Memory Full  ..........................................................................................20
Connecting to Your Computer  .........................................21
The Digital Interface  ....................................................................21
Installing Capture Software  ...............................................22
Appendix 1 : LCD Icons  ...........................................................23
Appendix 2 : Record Mode Icons  ................................23
Appendix 3 : Digital Camera Specifications  ..24
Appendix 4 : Specifications and Operation
                    of FotoPrint 600
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							 Getting Started
Congratulations on purchasing your new Digital Camera. This camera is a
state-of-the-art camera bringing  to you the ease of use of traditional
cameras combined with such high-tech functionality as full-color LCD
(Liquid Crystal Display) photo previewing, allowing you to immediately see
the pictures you have just taken; a built-in, non-expiring flash, up to 512k
bytes or more of digital memory for storing your pictures; and an auto-
flash sensor, which automatically detects whether the flash should be
engaged or not while taking a photo.
Once you have finished taking your pictures, and have uploaded them to a
computer, you can then use image editing software to enhance them before
sending them off to print or you can print the pictures you took through the
direct printing interface.
What’s Inside:■    1 Digital Camera■    Quickstart Guide■    Owner’s Manual■    Serial cable ( PC or Macintosh.)■    Image editing software■    4 x AA alkaline batteries
Optional Items:■    6.0V power adaptor■    FotoPrint 600 direct printing interface (See as appendix:4)■    2MB,4MB,8MB,16MB compact flash card.
CD-ROM Contents■    Photo image editing software - allows you to quickly and easily touch up
   any photo captured with your camera.
■    TWAIN Acquire module - lets you download pictures from all TWAIN-
   compliant devices straight into your computer.
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