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DC3810 USER'S MANUAL
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ACCESSORY POWER OPTION: AC Adapter 6V 1A (sold seperately) pg. 28 SYSTEM REQUIREMETS WINDOWS • Windows® 98; 98 SE; Windows 2000 prof.; Windows Me; Windows XP • 32 MB RAM • 110 MB free memory capacity • VGA color monitor • CD ROM drive • USB PORT SYSTEM REQUIREMETS MACINTOSH ® IMac; iBook; G3 blue & white series; G4 series • Mac OS 9.0; 10.1.3 • 64 MB RAM or higher • 110 MB free memory capacity • VGA color monitor • CD ROM drive • USB PORT
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Thank you for purchasing the Argus DC3810. Please read through this instruction manual so you can enjoy all its features. The CE mark on your camera certifies that the DC3810 meets the requirements of EU (European Union) regulations concerning interference-causing equipment. CE stands for Conformité Européenne (European Conformity). Digital Camera This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol- DC3810 lowing two conditions: (1) This device may cause interfer
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FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE Read and understand all warnings and cautions before using this product. This is a descriptive statement warning of the result if the instructions are ignored or not understood. WARNING Batteries may overheat due to improper use. • Use 4 each AA alkaline or 4 each AA Ni-MH batteries. • Do not mix batteries of different types, brands, ages, or charge levels. • Do not subject batteries to fire or high temperatures. • Do not attempt to recharge, short, or disassemble batteri
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WARNING • Never recharge alkaline batteries! • Properly dispose of leaking batteries. Incase of accidental contact with eyes, immediately flush with plenty of fresh water. Seek medical attention. If battery fluid contacts skin and/or clothing, wash area thoroughly with soap and water. • Use only an Argus-specified AC adapter. Improper voltage may result in permanent damage to your camera. (Argus specifies 6V 1A--sold separately) • Do not drop, crush, or immerse camera in liquid; electrical
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CAUTION Camera temperature rises with extended periods of use. Use caution when handling. • Do not expose camera to extremely high temperatures. Leaving camera inside a sealed vehicle under direct sunlight or any prolonged exposure to direct sunlight may adversely affect the camera's internal components. • Remove all power sources when storing camera for prolonged periods. • Store camera in a cool, dry, dust-free environment.
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN Check the parts list before you begin. If some parts are missing, contact your camera dealer or refer to arguscamera.com for warranty and repair information. • ARGUS DC3810 ZOOM camera........(x 1) • AA-size Alkaline Batteries................(x 4) • Video Cable.......................................(x 1) • Hand Strap........................................(x 1) • Camera Case.....................................(x 1) • USB Cable.........................................(x 1) • 32
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TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE . . . . . . . . . . .4 AUTO POWER OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 USING THE AC ADAPTER (6V 1A) TABLE OF CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 (sold separately) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 NAMES OF PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 INSERTING/REMOVING THE COMPACT CAMERA BODY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 FLASH (CF) CARD . . . . . . . . . . . .
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IN THE AUTOFOCUS MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 MOVIE CLIP PLAYBACK . . . . . . . . . . . . .60 WHEN THE SUBJECT IS NOT IN THE MOVIE CLIP SETTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60 CENTER OF THE FRAME VOICE RECORDING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 (Focus Lock Function) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 VOICE PLAYBACK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62 ADJUSTING THE FOCUS DISTANCE . . . .40 CLOSE UP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 SPECIFYING THE RECORDING MODE ADJUS
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SPECIFYING THE PLAYBACK MODE PLAYBACK MODE THE PLAYBACK MODE MENU . . . . . . . . . .101 SINGLE-FRAME PLAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 THE PLAYBACK MODE MENU THE PLAYBACK MODE DISPLAY ON THE (LCD Monitor) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 LCD MONITOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 THE PLAYBACK MODE MENU ITEMS AND THE IMAGE INFORMATION DISPLAY EACH SETTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 IN THE PLAYBACKMODE . . . . . . . . . . . . .82 SPECIFYING
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SETUP CONNECTING TO YOUR PERSONAL THE SETUP MODE MENU DISPLAY . . . . . .115 COMPUTER THE SETUP MODE MENU DISPLAY ON CONNECT TO PERSONAL COMPUTER THE LCD MONITOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115 For Windows® 98 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131 THE SETUP MODE MENU ITEMS AND For Macintosh® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 EACH SETTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115 CAUTIONS WHEN CONNECTING TO SPECIFYING THE TIME FOR THE AUTO THE PERSONAL COMPUTER . . . . .
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NAMES OF PARTS CAMERA BODY * Do not touch lens with fingers. 12
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CAMERA BODY AF 13
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INSIDE THE TERMINAL COVER USB connector Video-out terminal AC Adapter input BOTTOM OF BODY Batt. compartment door Tripod socket 14
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DATA PANEL The following diagram shows features displayed. Flash-mode indicators Image-size indicators Battery-condition indicator Self-timer indicator Numeric display of recordable remaning frame No-card indicator * Refer to the number of recordable remaining frames as a guide. The number changes depends upon the scene or subject being recorded. 15
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VIEWFINDER Focus Iamp Close-framing guide (green) Flash Iamp (red) Close-framing guide When using the viewfinder to shoot a subject closer than 1m, the area under the close-framing guide will be recorded. Use the LCD monitor to check image composition. 16
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Focus Lamp (Green) Illuminated The focus is determined and locked. The focus is not determined. Blinks quickly. (The subject contrast is too low, the subject is too dark or too close, (about eight per second) or the subject is too far in the close-up mode.) Blinks slowly. The image is busy recording onto the CF (Compact Flash) card. (about two per second) The camera reads out the image from the CF card. Focus Area (as a Guide) In the autofocus mode, the focus is adjusted in the gray area as sh
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QUICK REFERENCES GETTING STARTED 1 Insert the batteries (see page 25). 2 Insert the CF card (see page 29). Caution: We suggest using Sandisk or Hitachi CF card. TAKING PICTURES – See page 33 for details. 1 Rotate function dial to . 2 Slide power switch to run on camera. • Press the display button to view LCD monitor. 18
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3 Determine the image composition while looking into LCD monitor or viewfinder. 4 Zoom in or out. ( / ). • To zoom in, press the button. • To zoom out, press the button. 5 Hold the shutter-release button halfway down to focus. 6 Press the shutter-release button full-way down to take the picture. • The LCD monitor will display the captured image. • The green focus lamp will blink slowly while the camera loads the image to the CF card. 19
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MONITORING THE CAPTURED IMAGES – See page 82 for details. 1 Rotate the function dial to . 2 Slide the power switch to turn on the camera. • The LCD monitor will display the last recorded image. 3 Pressing the or key will scan through the previous or next images in sequence. 20
