Vivitar DVR 503HD, DVR 498, DVR 503 User Manual
DVR 503HD
Digital Camcorder
User Manual
© 2009-2012 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.
1
Table of Contents
Introduction ........................................................................................................................................... 2
What’s Included .................................................................................................................................... 2
Parts of the Camcorder ......................................................................................................................... 3
Initial Setup ........................................................................................................................................... 4
Main Camcorder Modes ........................................................................................................................ 6
Camcorder Technical Specifications ..................................................................................................... 7
Computer System Requirements .......................................................................................................... 8
Powering ON/OFF Your Digital Video Camera ...................................................................................... 9
Changing Modes ................................................................................................................................... 9
Video Capture Mode ........................................................................................................................... 10
Photo Capture Mode ........................................................................................................................... 10
Playback Mode ................................................................................................................................... 11
Installing the Software ......................................................................................................................... 13
Connecting the Camcorder to the Computer....................................................................................... 14
Getting Photos and Videos from the Camcorder to the Computer ...................................................... 15
Get Started! ......................................................................................................................................... 16
Transferring Images from the Camcorder to the Computer Manually ................................................. 16
Camera Maintenance .......................................................................................................................... 18
Sakar Warranty Card .......................................................................................................................... 18
Technical Support ............................................................................................................................... 19
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................. 19
2
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Everything you need to take quality digital photos
and videos is included with your digital video camera.
Vivitar makes capturing those special moments as easy as possible.
NOTE: Your digital video camera needs an SD Memory card (up to 16GB) for normal use.
SD Memory cards are not included and need to be purchased separately.
Please read this manual carefully first in order to get the most out of your digital video camera.
What’s Included
1) Digital Camcorder
2) USB cable
3) Vivitar Experience Image Manager Software
Installation CD
NOTE: SD Memory card and batteries not included.
3
Parts of the Camcorder
1. LCD Screen
8. Hand Strap
2. Power Button
9. Microphone
3. MODE Button
10. Tripod Mount
4. Left / Zoom In Button
11. USB Port
5. Right / Zoom Out Button
12. SD Memory Card Slot
6. Shutter Button
13. Battery Compartment
7. Digital Lens
4
Initial Setup
Installing the Batteries
Installing the Memory Card
Slide off the side cover and insert 3x
AAA (1.5V) batteries.
Alkaline batteries recommended
(not included).
SD Memory card (up to 16GB)
needed for normal use.
Turning On the Camera
Using the Camera
Selecting
the modes
5
Installing the Batteries
Make sure the batteries have been inserted properly into your digital camera, according to the polarity
shown inside the battery compartment. (See photo above.)
Use 3 x AAA (1.5V) batteries. Alkaline batteries are recommended. (Batteries not included.)
NOTE:
Remove the batteries from the camera when not in use for an extended period.
Do not mix alkaline and non-alkaline batteries.
Some camera features will not work if the battery power level is low.
When the battery power is low the battery icon turns red and the camera automatically turns off a
few seconds later.
The energy status of the power is displayed on LCD as shown below:
Full battery power Medium battery power Low battery power
Installing the SD Memory Card
Make sure the SD card (up to 16GB) has been properly inserted into your camera.
SD Memory card not included.
To properly insert the SD Card:
Push the SD card into the slot in the direction as shown SD card icon on the camera.
Push the SD card until you hear a slight clicking sound. This indicates the SD card has been
inserted correctly.
After the camera is powered on, the SD icon will appear on the LCD display. If you do not see
the SD icon on the display, please check if the card was inserted properly.
Make sure the SD card is not locked (check the lock switch on the side of the SD card).
If the SD card is locked this will prevent the camera from saving captured photos to the SD card.
Powering ON the camera
Flip open the LCD screen. Press the POWER button to turn on the camera.
Congratulations! Your camera is now ready to use.
Loading...