FCC STATEMENT
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential 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, which can be determined by turning the equipment 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 separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Use of shielded cable is required to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B
of Part 15 of the FCC rules. Do not make any changes or modifications to
the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual. If such changes or
modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of
the equipment.
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Safety Instructions
Read and understand all Warnings and Cautions before using this product.
WARNING
If foreign objects or water have entered the ViviCam 8300s, turn
the power OFF and remove the battery and the AC power adapter.
Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock.
Consult the store of purchase.
If the ViviCam 8300s has fallen or its case has been damaged, turn
the power OFF and remove the battery and the AC power adapter.
Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock.
Consult the store of purchase.
Do not disassemble, change or repair the ViviCam 8300s.
This might cause fire or electric shock. For repair or internal
inspection, ask the store of purchase.
Use the supplied AC power adapter only with the indicated
power supply voltage.
Use with any other power supply voltage might cause fire or electric shock.
Do not use the ViviCam 8300s in areas near water.
This might cause fire or electric shock. Take special care during
rain, snow, on the beach, or near the shore.
Do not place the ViviCam 8300s on inclined or unstable surfaces.
This might cause the ViviCam 8300s to fall or tilt over, causing injury.
Keep the battery out of the reach of children.
Swallowing battery might cause poisoning. If the battery is
accidentally swallowed, immediately consult a physician.
Do not use the ViviCam 8300s while you are walking, driving
or riding a vehicle.
This might cause you to fall over or result in traffic accident.
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CAUTION
Insert the battery paying careful attention to the polarity (+ or
–) of the terminals.
Inserting the battery with its polarities inverted might cause fire
and injury, or damage to the surrounding areas due to the battery
rupturing or leaking.
Do not fire the flash close to anyone’s eyes.
This might cause damage to the person’s eyesight.
Do not subject the LCD monitor to impact.
This might damage the glass on the screen or cause the internal
fluid to leak. If the internal fluid enters your eyes or comes into
contact with your body or clothes, rinse with fresh water. If the
internal fluid has entered your eyes, consult a physician to receive treatment.
The ViviCam 8300s is a precision instrument. Do not drop it,
strike it or use excessive force when handling the ViviCam 8300s.
This might cause damage to the ViviCam 8300s.
Do not use the ViviCam 8300s in humid, steamy, smoky, or dusty places.
This might cause fire or electric shock.
Do not remove the battery immediately after long period of
continuous use.
The battery becomes hot during use. Touching a hot battery
might cause burns.
Do not wrap the ViviCam 8300s or place it in cloth or blankets.
This might cause heat to build up and deform the case, resulting
in fire. Use the ViviCam 8300s in a well-ventilated place.
Do not leave the ViviCam 8300s in places where the temperature
may rise significantly, such as inside a car.
This might adversely affect the case or the parts inside, resulting in fire.
Before you move the ViviCam 8300s, disconnect cords and cables.
Failure to do this might damage cords and cables, resulting in fire
and electric shock.
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Notes on Battery Usage
When you use the battery, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety
Instructions and the notes described below:
Use only the specified battery (1050mAh, 3.7V).
Avoid using battery in extremely cold environments as low temperatures
can shorten the battery life and reduce ViviCam 8300s performance.
When you are using the new rechargeable battery or rechargeable
battery that has not been used for an extended period of time (the
battery that passed the expiry date is an exception) might affect the
number of images that can be captured. Therefore, to maximize its
performance and lifetime, we recommend that you fully charge the battery
and discharge it for at least one complete cycle before use.
The battery may feel warm after long period of continuous use of the
ViviCam 8300s or the flash. This is normal and not a malfunction.
The ViviCam 8300s may feel warm after long period of continuous use.
This is normal and not a malfunction.
If the battery is not to be used for a long period of time, remove it from
the ViviCam 8300s to prevent leakage or corrosion.
If the battery is not to be used for a long period of time, store it after no
battery power left. If the battery is stored for a long time in a fully charged
state, its performance may be impaired.
Always keep the battery terminals in a clean state.
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
WARNING: Handling the USB cable on this product may expose you to lead,a
chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or otherreproductive
harm. Wash hands after handling.
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CONTENTS
29 PHOTOGRAPHY MODE
29 [ ] Auto Mode
8
INTRODUCTION
Overview
10 Package Contents
8
31 Using the Optical Zoom
32 Using the Digital Zoom
33 Setting the Flash
11 GETTING TO KNOW THE
ViviCam 8300s
11 Front View
12 Rear View
14 Mode dial
15 Status LED Indicator
16 LCD Monitor Icons
35 Setting the Focus
36 Setting the Self-timer
37 Exposure Compensation/
Backlight Correction
38 [P] Program (Automatic
Exposure) Photography Mode
39 [Tv] Shutter Speed Priority
Photography Mode
40 [Av] Aperture Priority Mode
41 [M] Manual Mode
42 Setting the Scene Mode
44 Setting the Panorama Mode
45 [ ] Movie Mode
19 GETTING STARTED
19 Attaching the ViviCam 8300s
Strap
20 Inserting and Removing
the Battery (Optional
Accessory)
21 Charging the Battery
22 Using an AC Power Adapter
(Optional Accessory)
46 PLAYBACK MODE
46 Playing Back Still Images
47 Playing Back Video Clips
48 Playing Back Still Images/
Video Clips on a TV
22 Inserting and Removing an
SD Card (Optional Accessory)
23 Turning the Power On/Off
24 Setting the Date and Time
25 Choosing the Display Language
26 Formatting an SD Memory Card
27 Setting Image Resolution
and Quality
49 Attaching Voice Memos
50 Thumbnail Display
51 Zoom Playback
52 Slideshow Display
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53 Protecting Images
75 CONNECTING THE ViviCam
8300s DIRECTLY TO THE
PRINTER FOR PRINTING I-
MAGES(PICTBRIDGEFUNCTION)
55 [ ] Deleting Images
57 Resizing an Image (Resize)
58 Compressing an Image
(Quality Change)
77 EDITING SOFTWARE
59 MENU OPTIONS
59 Photography Menu
(Capture tab)
INSTALLATION
77 Installing Photo Explorer
77 Installing Photo Express
78 Installing Cool 360
62 Photography Menu
(Function tab)
64 Video Menu (Capture tab)
65 Video Menu (Function tab)
66 PlaybackMenu
68 Setup Menu (Basic tab)
70 Setup Menu (Custom tab)
79 Installing Acrobat Reader
79 Using The User’s Manual
81 ViviCam 8300s SPECIFICA-
TIONS
82 TROUBLESHOOTING
71 TRANSFERRINGRECORDED
IMAGES AND VIDEOS TO
YOUR COMPUTER
72 Step 1: Installing the USB
Driver
73 Step 2: Connecting the ViviCam
8300s to Your Computer
74 Step 3: Downloading
Images and Video Files
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INTRODUCTION
Overview
Congratulations on your purchase of the ViviCam 8300s.
Capturing high-quality digital images is fast and easy with this state-of-the-
art smart camera. Equipped with a 8.1 Mega pixels CCD, this ViviCam 8300s
is capable of capturing images with a resolution of up to 3296 x 2472 pixels.
Other cool features provided by the ViviCam 8300s include the following:
LCD monitor -
2.5" LTPS TFT color LCD monitor makes it easy to
frame your subject when capturing images. It also
displays the images you have captured.
Optical zoom -
Digital zoom -
The 3x optical lens allows you to capture telephoto
and wide-angle images.
4x digital zoom in conjunction with the 3x optical
zoom permit zoom photography of up to 12 times.
Captured images may be reviewed and a selected
portion of an image may be enlarged up to 4x.
You may adjust the flash setting according to your
lighting environment.
Flexible flash settings -
Focus mode -
Images can be captured with the distance to the
subject set by auto focus, macro or infinity.
The self-timer may set to 10 seconds or 2 seconds.
You may capture different images including single, a
series of 3 images using auto-exposure bracketing,
and 3 images continuously.
Self-timer mode -
Capture mode -
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Movie mode -
Voice memo -
In addition to still-images, you may capture video
clips with audio (voice).
You may annotate your images with a 30 second
voice memo. Images may be voice-annotated at the
time of capture, or during playback.
Thumbnail display -
Display your images in sets of nine on the LCD
monitor for quick selection of an particular image.
32 MB internal memory (25.9 MB for image storage).
External memory supports SD card up to 1 GB.
You may view your images on a television monitor
Recording media -
TV and PC connection -
or a computer using the USB or A/V cables.
You may select a previously set recording mode for
the following situations: Auto, Panorama,
Landscape, Candlelight, Text, Sunset, Sunrise,
Splash water, and Firework.
Scene mode-
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Package Contents
Carefully unpack your kit box and ensure that you have the following items:
Digital Camera
A/V cable
USB cable
User’s manual
Software CD-ROM
Camera strap
Camera pouch
Optional Accessories:
SD memory card
AC power adapter
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Battery charger
Accessories may vary by retailer.
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GETTING TO KNOW THE ViviCam 8300s
Front View
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
11
10
#
1
Name
Mode dial
Description
Sets the ViviCam 8300s mode
Focuses and locks both focus & exposure when
pressed halfway down. Captures the image when
pressed all the way down.
2
Shutter button
3
4
5
6
Power indicator
Lights on when the ViviCam 8300s power is turned on.
POWER (Power) button Turns the ViviCam 8300s power on and off.
Flash
Provides flash illumination.
Viewfinder window
Self-timer LED
(AF auxiliary light)
Allows you to frame the subject of the image.
Blinks green during Self-timer mode until the image
is captured.
Allows you to connect a USB cable or an V
cable to the ViviCam 8300s.
Allows you to connect an AC power adapter to
operate the ViviCam 8300s without battery,
or to charge rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
3x optical zoom lens allows you to capture
telephoto and wide-angle images.
For recording audio with video clips and voice
annotation.
7
8
9
USB or A/V OUT terminal
DC IN 5V terminal
10 Lens
11 Microphone
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1
2
3
4
5
Rear View
6
7
8
9
10
11
14
13
12
#
Name
Description
1
Status LED
Indicates the ViviCam 8300s’s operational status.
Allows you to compose your subject using the
optical viewfinder.
2
3
Viewfinder window
Provides a clearer image when using the optical
viewfinder.
Diopter adjustment dial
Mode switch
Sets the ViviCam 8300s mode.
Selects this when capturing still images or recording
video clips.
Photography mode
4
Playback mode
(Zoom in) button
(Zoom out) button
MENU (Menu) button
(Delete) button
Speaker
Performs image playback and deletion.
Zooms the lens to telephoto position.
Zooms the lens to wide-angle position.
Toggles On-Screen Display (OSD) menu on and off.
Allows you to delete an image.
For playback or recorded audio.
Turns the LCD monitor display and live view on
and off.
5
6
7
8
9
(Display) button
10 Strap holder
ViviCam 8300s strap attachment.
Allows you to scroll through menus and images,
and then select your choices.
11 Multi-selector button
12 Battery/SD card cover
13 Tripod socket
Access to the battery and memory card.
For tripod mounting.
For image preview/review. Displays control menus,
ViviCam 8300s settings, and operational icons.
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14 LCD monitor
Multi-selector button
2
1
3
5
4
#
1
Name
SET button
S button
Description
Enters the menu page and confirms the chosen setting.
Scrolls upwards.
2
3
(Focus) button Allows you to choose the appropriate focus setting.
X button
(Flash) button
T button
Scrolls right.
Allows you to choose the appropriate flash setting.
Scrolls downwards.
4
(Self-timer) button Allows you to toggle the self-timer on and off, selects
the desired self-timer mode.
W
button
Scrolls left.
(Exposure
Allows you to toggle the exposure compensation/
backlight correction on and off.
5
compensation/
Backlight correction)
button
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3
4
Mode dial
2
1
5
6
7
10
9
8
#
Mode
Description
1
Auto photography The ViviCam 8300s automatically sets for exposure, etc.
In program mode the shutter speed and aperture will
P Program
2
be set automatically, but other parameters
may be set manually.
(auto exposure)
You may specify the shutter speed while the
ViviCam 8300s sets the corresponding aperture value.
You may specify the aperture value while the
ViviCam 8300s sets the corresponding shutter speed.
For full manual control over exposure, aperture
and other settings.
3
4
Tv Shutter speed priority
Av Aperture priority
5
6
M Manual photography
To photograph a person and defocus (blur)
the background.
Portrait
7
8
9
10
Sports
Night scene
Set-up
For photographing fast-moving subjects.
For photographing evening or night scenes.
Specify your ViviCam 8300s’s settings.
For recording video clips.
Movie
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Status LED Indicator
The status LED indicates the current operational status of the ViviCam
8300s. The meaning of the LED changes depending upon what the ViviCam
8300s is doing.
During
connection to
a PC
During power
off
During
photography
Color
State
Green
Ready for shot.
On
On
-
System ready.
Battery charging
in progress.
When the image is
not in focus.
-
The completion of
battery charge.
Red
-
Off
-
Accessing files in
progress.
Accessing files
in progress.
Flashing
-
Flash charging in
progress.
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LCD Monitor Icons
For Photography modes: [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ]
1. Mode icon
2. Zoom status
1
2
3
4
3. Voice memo
4. Battery condition
5
[
[
[
[
] Full battery power
] Medium battery power
] Low battery power
] Virtually no battery
power
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16
2
6
7
15
14
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[
[
] Automatic
] Red-eye Reduction
] Forced Flash
12
10
11
10. Image quality
15. Metering
[Blank] Average
Spot
] Flash Off
[
[
[
]Fine
] Standard
] Economy
6. Main focus area
7. Capture mode icon
[Blank] Single
[
]
16. White balance
[Blank] Auto
[TIFF] TIFF
11. Self-timer icon
[
] Continuous
[
[
[
[
[
[
]
]
]
]
]
Incandescent
Fluorescent 1
Fluorescent 2
Day Light
[AEB] Auto Exp.
[
[
]
10 sec.
] 2 sec.
s
s
8. Image resolution
1
2
[
[
[
[
]
]
]
]
3296 x 2472
2560 x 1920
1600 x 1200
640 x 480
12. Date and time
13. Long-exposure time
w a r n i n g i c o n
(potential for hand-
shake blur)
Cloudy
] Manual
17. Focus setting
[Blank] Auto focus
9. Available number of
shots
14. Backlight correction
[
[
] Macro
] Infinity
Pressing the
button changes the LCD display in the sequence
of: display with icons, display without icons, LCD monitor OFF.
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For Photography modes: [P] [Tv] [Av] [M]
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2
3
4
Tv
2
Tv
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After pressing the SET button
13
13. Date and time
1. Mode icon
14. Long-exposure time warning icon
(potential for hand-shake blur)
15. [ ] Exposure compensation
2. Zoom status
3. Voice memo
4. Battery condition
5. Flash mode
6. Histogram
[
] Backlight correction
16. Metering
17. White balance
18. Focus setting
19. Aperture
7. Main focus area
8. Capture mode icon
9. Image resolution
10. Available number of shots
11. Image quality
20. Shutter speed
12. Self-timer icon
Pressing the
button changes the LCD display in the sequence
of: display with icons, display with icons and histogram, display
without icons, LCD monitor OFF.
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For Movie mode [
]
1
2
3
1. Mode icon
2. Zoom status
3. Battery condition
4. Video resolution
9
5. Available recording time/Elapsed time
6. Video quality
7. Self-timer icon
8. Date and time
9. Focus setting
4
5
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6
Playback mode [ ] -Still image playback
1. Mode icon
6
1
2. File number
3. Folder number
4. Protect icon
5. Voice memo
6. Battery condition
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4
5
3
2
Playback mode [ ]-Video playback
1. Video status bar
2. Elapsed time
3. File number
4. Folder number
5. Protect icon
6. Mode icon
7. Play mode
8. Total time
1
Total
0:10
Play
0:06
8
2
100-00011
7
6
5
4
3
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GETTING STARTED
Attaching the ViviCam 8300s Strap
Attach the ViviCam 8300s strap as shown in the illustration.
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Inserting and Removing the Battery (Optional
Accessory)
We highly recommend using specified rechargeable lithium-ion battery
(1050mAh, 3.7V) to realize the full capability of your ViviCam 8300s. Charge
the battery fully before using the ViviCam 8300s. Make sure that the power
of the ViviCam 8300s is off before inserting or removing the battery.
Inserting the Battery
1. Open the battery/SD card cover in
the direction of the [OPEN] arrow.
2. Insert the battery in the correct
orientation shown.
Tilt the battery lock lever in the
2
direction of the arrow, and then
insert the battery.
3. Close the battery/SD card cover.
1
2
Removing the Battery
Open the battery/SD card cover and then release the battery lock lever.
When the battery has come out a little, slowly pull it out the rest of the way.
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Charging the Battery
Using the optional AC power adapter may charge the battery or operate the
ViviCam 8300s as power supply. Make sure that the power of the ViviCam
8300s is off and then insert the battery before starting.
1. Insert one end of the AC power adapter into
the DC IN 5V terminal of the ViviCam 8300s.
2. Insert the other end of the AC power
adapter into a wall outlet.
The status LED lights red when
charging is started and goes out when
charging is completed.
It is recommended to fully discharge the
battery before recharging.
Charging time varies according to the
ambient temperature and the status of battery.
This ViviCam 8300s must be used with specified AC power adapter.
Damage caused by the use of an incorrect adapter is not covered
underthe warranty.
Always make sure that the ViviCam 8300s is off before removing the battery.
The battery may feel warm after it has been charged or immediately
after being used. This is normal and not a malfunction.
When using the ViviCam 8300s in cold conditions, keep the ViviCam
8300s and battery warm by storing it in a warm place such as an
interior pocket between shots.
If you open the battery cover without removing the battery, the
battery power will not be disconnected.
If you remove the battery, you have to insert the battery within two
hours in order to make sure that the date and time will not be reset.
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Using an AC Power Adapter (Optional Accessory)
Using an AC power adapter prevents the ViviCam 8300s from automatically powered
off while transferring files to your computer. Perform the steps in the preceding
section “Charging the Battery”.
Make sure to use only the AC power adapter specified for the
ViviCam 8300s. Damage caused by the use of an incorrect adapter
is not covered under the warranty.
InsertingandRemovinganSDCard(OptionalAccessory)
The ViviCam 8300s comes with approx. 32 MB of internal memory (25.9 MB for
image storage), allowing you to store captured still images or movie clips in the
ViviCam 8300s. However, you can also expand the memory capacity by using an
optional SD card so that you can store more files.
Inserting an SD card
1. Open the battery/SD card cover.
2. Insert the SD card in the correct orientation shown.
Hold the SD card with its front side
(printed arrow) facing the rear side of
the ViviCam 8300s, and then insert the
card as far as it can go. There will be a
distinct click as the card seats fully into
the card slot.
3. Close the battery/SD card cover.
Removing an SD card
Open the battery/SD card cover, press lightly on the edge of the SD card and it will eject.
To prevent valuable data from being accidentally erased from an SD
card you can slide the write-protected tab (on the side of the SD card) to “LOCK”.
However, to save, edit or erase data on an SD card, you must unlock the card.
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Turning the Power On/Off
1. Load the battery or connect the AC power
adapter to your ViviCam 8300s.
2. Press the POWER button to turn on your
ViviCam 8300s.
The status LED lights green and the
ViviCam 8300s is initiated.
When the power is turned on, the
ViviCam 8300s will start in the mode that
is currently selected.
3. To turn off your ViviCam 8300s, press the
POWER button again.
The power is turned off automatically when the ViviCam 8300s has
not been operated for a defined period time. To resume the operation
condition, turn the power on again. Refer to section in this manual
titled “Auto Off” in the Setup Menu (Basic tab) for further details.
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Setting the Date and Time
The date/time needs to be set if/when:
ViviCam 8300s is turned on for the first time.
ViviCam 8300s is turned on after leaving the ViviCam 8300s without the
battery for an extended period of time.
When the date and time information is not displayed on the LCD monitor,
follow these steps to set the correct date and time.
1. Slide the mode switch to [ ] and set the
mode dial to [ ].
The setup menu is displayed.
2. Select [Custom] with the W/X buttons.
3. Select [Date/Time] with the S/T buttons,
and press the SET button.
The Date/Time setting screen will
be displayed.
4. Select the item’s field with the W /X
buttons and adjust the value for the date
and time with the S/T buttons.
The date and time is set in the order
year-month-day-hour-minute.
2005
01
01
01
01
The time is displayed in 24-hours format.
5. After confirming all settings are correct,
press the SET button.
Adjust
The setting will be stored and the
screen will return to the setup menu.
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Choosing the Display Language
Choose an On-Screen Display (OSD) language for information to be
displayed on the LCD monitor.
1. Slide the mode switch to [ ] and set the
mode dial to [ ].
The setup menu is displayed.
2. Select [Custom] with the W/X buttons.
3. Select [Language] with the S/T buttons,
and press the SET button.
The available OSD languages will be
displayed.
4. Select the displayed language with the
S/T buttons and press the SET button.
The setting will be stored.
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Formatting an SD Memory Card
Formatting an SD card will erase all of the images and folders that have been
recorded on the SD card. Formatting is not possible when the SD card in the locked
condition.
1. Slide the mode switch to [ ] and set the
mode dial to [ ].
[Basic] of the setup menu is displayed.
2. Select [Format] with the S/T buttons, and
press the SET button.
Off
Min.
PC
USB
3. Select [Execute] with the S/T buttons, and
press the SET button.
To cancel formatting, select [Cancel].
You need to format an SD card before using it in this ViviCam 8300s.
Formatting an SD card erases everything from the memory card
including images, videos, and also non-image data. Before formatting,
make sure that all data is unnecessary.
Formatting is an irreversible action and data cannot be recovered at
a later time.
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