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ViviCam S529 Digital Camera User Manual © 2009-2011 Sakar International, Inc. All rights reserved. Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. All other trademarks are the property of their respective companies. - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 2
from your Camera to Your Computer 51 Get started!...52 Transfer media from my camera to my computer manually (Using Windows 52 Transfer media from my camera to my computer manually (Using Macintosh 53 Camera Maintenance ...53 Sakar Warranty Card...54 Technical Support...55 Troubleshooting...55 1 - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 3
need to be purchased separately. Please read this manual carefully first in order to get the most out of your digital camera. What Your Camera Includes 1. Digital Camera 2. Lithium Battery 3. USB cable 4. Vivitar Experience Image Manager software Installation CD 5. Wrist Strap Note: SD Memory Card - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 4
/ ViviLink button 10. Menu / SET button 11. Left / Scene button 12. MODE button 13. Microphone 14. Flash Light 15. USB Slot 16. Tripod Socket 17. Digital Lens 18. Battery/ SD Memory Card slot 19. Wrist Strap connector 20. Speaker 21. Self-Timer LED 3 - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 5
Initial Camera Setup Installing the Batteries Installing the Memory Card Turning On the Camera SD Memory card (up to 32GB) needed for normal use (not included) Using the Camera Selecting the modes Accessing the menu When powering the camera ON for the first time the camera will take you - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 6
the default ViviLink destination for photos and videos taken with your camera. The ViviLink technology allows you to quickly and easily upload your camera‟s photos and videos to the social networks of your choice with the accompanying software application. 1) First you will be asked to choose the - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 7
this mode to capture videos with your digital camera. After turning on your camera, press the MODE button once to open the Video Capture mode. To take a video, aim your camera as desired and press the "Shutter" button to start the record. A red record indicator will appear on the LCD screen while - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 8
Camera Technical Specifications Image Sensor CMOS Sensor Image Resolution Memory External Memory JPEG/AVI 1 Test Photo Use Only SD Card (up to 32GB) LCD Display Lens Zoom 2.7 Inch TFT F=3.0-5.5 4X Digital Zoom, 5X Optical Zoom Battery Lithium Battery (BL-5B) Working Temperature 0~40 ℃ 7 - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 9
Computer System Requirements - Windows To be able to download photos and videos to your PC, you will need the following minimum configuration: Pentium 4 processor or above with Windows XP service pack 2, Windows Vista or Windows 7 512 MB RAM, with 100MB of free disk space 1024 x 768 - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 10
Digital Camera Make sure the batteries have been inserted properly into your digital camera. If your camera comes with a rechargeable lithium battery, make sure it is fully charged before the first use. Powering the camera ON Press the Power button to start. to turn your camera ON. The camera - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 11
will display on the top-left corner of the LCD display Navigating the Menus Each camera mode has a set of menus specific to that mode. 1) Press the M 6) Some menu options are single-use functions that are not remembered by the camera and do not display this icon when selected. 7) At any time you - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 12
picture. 4) The picture will automatically be saved to the memory or SD card. Photo Capture Mode Quick Function Buttons Your digital camera has a four-directional pad that functions as Quick Function buttons: Button Left Up Right Down Icon appearing and Action Scene Selection - Opens the Scene - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 13
Flash Options There are several Flash options available on your camera. The options appear on the Photo Capture Mode LCD screen in the sequence. To change the Flash mode, press the Up Quick Function button until you arrive at your desired settings. Forced Off (Default) A Auto Flash Forced On Red - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 14
Scene Menu The Scene Menu allows you to choose scene settings that allow your camera to adapt properly to your current environment. 1) Press the M (Menu)/SET button to on the LCD screen. 9) Remember that this setting will be saved by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 15
reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen. 9) Remember that this setting will be saved by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Image Quality Menu The Image Quality menu allows you to select the desired quality level of - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 16
reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen. 9) Remember that this setting will be saved by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Anti-Shake Menu The Anti-Shake feature reduces image distortion that can be caused by movement - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 17
the LCD screen. 9) Remember that this setting will be saved by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Face Detect Menu The Face Detect feature when set to „On‟ allows the camera to use a subject‟s face as the basis for balancing the other - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 18
camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Smile Capture Menu The Smile Capture feature when set to „On‟ allows the camera default when you start using your camera and assists you in properly focussing the image. Distance from the camera - The - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 19
LCD. Note: The Macro mode must be turned off when you want to use the following features of your camera: Flash, Face Detect and Smile Capture. To turn Macro mode off, select the Macro „Off‟ Remember that this setting will be saved by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 20
8) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen 9) Remember that this setting will be saved by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Color Effect Menu You can choose to add a color effect to the images taken with your - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 21
trying to capture a particular moment in a sporting event or other scenes with quick movements. 1) Press the M (MENU)/SET button to open the menus this setting will be saved by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Image Sharpness Menu - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 22
mode. 8) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen 9) Remember that this setting will be saved by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. ISO Menu The ISO menu allows you to set the level of sensitivity that your - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 23
on the LCD screen 9) Remember that this setting will be saved by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Metering Menu The Metering setting will affect how your camera focuses when capturing an image. Depending on your selection, the - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 24
to your previous mode. 8) Remember that this setting will be saved by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Date/Time Menu When you capture an image with your camera, the image will include a time stamp with the date and time that the - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 25
the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 8) Remember that this setting will be saved by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. To Set the Date and Time: 1) Press the M (MENU)/SET button to open the menus for the - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 26
8) Remember that this setting will be saved by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Auto Power Off Menu You can use the Auto Power Off feature in order to conserve you camera‟s battery life. The designated time represents when your - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 27
button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 8) Remember that this setting will be saved by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Format Memory Card Menu You can use the Format Memory Card menu to delete all of the content - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 28
have been reset successfully. Photo Playback Mode When you first turn on the camera, the camera will be in Photo Capture mode by default. Press the will allow you to review and edit photos and videos that you‟ve already taken with you camera. Viewing Photos on Your Camera Once in the Playback - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 29
to view. 4) Press the M (MENU)/SET button to enlarge the image full size. Photo Playback Mode Quick Function Buttons Your digital camera has a four-directional pad that functions as Quick Function buttons. Button Left Action Displays the PREVIOUS image Views all the Photos as a Slide Show with - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 30
allows you to quickly and easily upload your camera‟s photos and videos to the social networks of your choice with the accompanying Vivitar Experience Image Manager be assigned to a photo or video if you manually set it from this menu or from the ViviLink menu in Capture mode (accessible - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 31
to your previous mode. Crop Image Menu You can crop any picture on your camera with the Crop feature. 1) Press the M (MENU)/SET button to open the box to define the desired crop area. 7) Use the W/T Zoom buttons on the camera to enlarge or shrink the crop box. 8) When you are ready to crop, press - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 32
your memory card. Protect/Lock Menu Pictures and Videos taken with your camera can be protected or "locked" to prevent any deletion or alteration use the Print Photos menu to print the photos that are on your camera directly to a Pictbridge compatible printer. 1) Scroll through your pictures and - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 33
connected, follow the instructions on the printer to proceed with the printing process. 9) Select the "Cancel" option to exit the menu and return to the previous mode. Slide Show Menu You can view a slideshow of all the pictures taken with your camera by pressing the "Up" Quick Function button while - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 34
of the LCD indicating that the record is in progress. 5) To stop the video record, press the Shutter button again. 6) The video will automatically be saved to the camera‟s memory or SD card. Video Capture Mode Quick Function Buttons Your digital camera has a four-directional pad that functions - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 35
Video Capture Mode Menus The following are the menus that appear in your camera‟s Video Capture Mode: 34 - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 36
An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen. 9) Remember that this setting will be saved by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Image Size Menu The Image Resolution menu allows you to choose the desired size of the - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 37
reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen. 9) Remember that this setting will be saved by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Anti-Shake Menu The Anti-Shake feature reduces image corruption that can be caused by movement - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 38
must be turned off when you want to use the following features of your camera: Flash, Face Detect and Smile Capture. To turn Macro mode off camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. White Balance Menu The White Balance feature allows your camera - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 39
8) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen. 9) Remember that this setting will be saved by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Color Effect Menu You can choose to add a color effect to the images taken with your - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 40
icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen 9) Remember that this setting will be saved by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Light Exposure Menu The Light Exposure setting helps you control the amount of light that - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 41
on the LCD screen. 9) Remember that this setting will be saved by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Metering Menu The Metering setting will affect how your camera focuses when capturing an image. Depending on your selection, the - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 42
on the LCD screen. 9) Remember that this setting will be saved by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Language Menu You can select your camera‟s language setting by selecting the desired language from the Language menu. 1) Press the - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 43
button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 8) Remember that this setting will be saved by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. To Set the Date and Time: 1) Highlight the "Date Setup" menu option. 2) Press the M (MENU)/SET - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 44
your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s camera‟s battery life. The designated time represents when your camera will automatically power off. When the camera sits idle for the designated period of time, the camera will shut off completely and will need to be turned - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 45
button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 8) Remember that this setting will be saved by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Format Memory Card Menu You can use the Format Memory Card menu to delete all of the content - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 46
have been reset successfully. Video Playback Mode When you first turn on the camera, the camera will be in Photo Capture mode by default. Press the will allow you to review and edit photos and videos that you‟ve already taken with you camera. Playing Videos on Your Camera Once in Playback mode, - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 47
you would like to play, press the Shutter button to start playing the video. Press the Shutter button again to pause from the thumbnails. Video Playback Mode Quick Function Buttons Your digital camera has a four-directional pad that functions as Quick Function buttons. Button Left Up Right - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 48
will be deleted as desired. ViviLink Menu The ViviLink technology allows you to quickly and easily upload your camera‟s photos and videos to the social networks of your choice with the accompanying Vivitar Experience Image Manager application. 1) Press the M (MENU)/SET button to open the menus - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 49
by default. A ViviLink destinastion will only be assigned to a photo or video if you manually set it from this menu or from the ViviLink menu in Capture mode (accessible with the Vivilink Quick-Function button in Capture mode). 9) Changing the ViviLink destination site will also make the selected - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 50
must be connected to the internet to install and run the Vivitar Experience Image Manager software. 1) Insert the installation CD into your CD-ROM drive. The installation screen should automatically open. 2) On PC: The Vivitar Experience Image Manager Installer window appears. If the window does not - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 51
Note: If you do not have internet access, you can still download media from the camera. Click the "How to transfer photos and videos from my camera to my computer" button for instructions. 5) If you have internet access, the "Choose your language" window opens, choose your language and click "Next" - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 52
"Get Images" button to transfer the photos and videos from your camera to your computer. 9) A media download progress bar appears on the bottom left showing the number of media files downloading to your computer. A message appears when the download is complete. 10) The photo and video files that you - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 53
Get started! Using the Vivitar Experience Image Manager, you can: Upload and manage photos how to use the Vivitar Experience Image Manager open the Help file or click the "Take the Tour" button on the application`s Home page. Transfer media from my camera to my computer manually (Using Windows) 1) - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 54
. Doing so will cancel the transfer of any files on their way to your computer. Camera Maintenance The digital camera is a delicate device. Please handle your camera with care to avoid damaging it. Do not expose your camera to heat sources. Do not use you camera in wet or moist conditions. 53 - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 55
should include: 1) Copy of original bill of sale 2) A detailed written description of the problem. 3) Your return address and telephone number (Daytime) MAIL TO ADDRESS BELOW: Sakar US Sakar International Attention: Service Department 195 Carter Drive Edison, NJ 08817 Sakar UK/Europe Attention - Vivitar S529 | Camera Manual - Page 56
issues please visit our website at www.vivitar.com. You can find manuals, software and FAQ‟s at the website. Can‟t find what you are looking for? E-mail us at [email protected] and one of our technical support team members will answer your questions. For phone support in the US please call 1-800
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ViviCam S529 Digital Camera
User Manual
© 2009-2011 Sakar International, Inc. All rights reserved.
Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
All other trademarks are the property of their respective companies.