Vivitar DVR 695HD User Manual
DVR 695HD
Digital Camcorder
User Manual
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Contents
Introduction ................................................................................................................................ 3
Getting to Know Your Camcorder .............................................................................................. 3
What’s Included ......................................................................................................................... 4
Parts of the Camcorder .............................................................................................................. 5
Initial Camcorder Setup ............................................................................................................. 6
Main Camcorder Modes .......................................................................................................... 10
Camcorder Technical Specifications ........................................................................................ 11
Computer System Requirements ............................................................................................. 12
Powering the Camcorder On/Off .............................................................................................. 13
Changing Camcorder Mode ..................................................................................................... 14
Video Capture Mode ................................................................................................................ 15
Photo Capture Mode................................................................................................................ 15
Playback Mode (Videos & Photos) .......................................................................................... 16
Status Icon Description ............................................................................................................ 20
Navigating the Menus .............................................................................................................. 22
Menu Options .......................................................................................................................... 23
Installing the Software ............................................................................................................. 31
Connecting the Camcorder to the Computer ........................................................................... 32
Connecting the Camcorder to the HDTV ................................................................................. 33
Getting Photos and Videos from your Camcorder to Your Computer....................................... 34
Getting Started! ........................................................................................................................ 35
Transferring Images Manually ................................................................................................ . 35
Camcorder Maintenance ......................................................................................................... 37
Sakar Warranty Card ............................................................................................................... 37
Technical Support .................................................................................................................... 38
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................... 38
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this digital camcorder. Everything you need to take quality digital photos
and videos is included with your camcorder.
Vivitar makes capturing those special moments as easy as possible.
Please read this manual carefully first in order to get the most out of your digital camcorder.
NOTE: Your camcorder requires a Micro SD Memory card (up to 16GB) for normal use.
Micro SD Memory cards are not included and need to be purchased separately.
A Class 4 Micro SD card or higher is recommended.
IMPORTANT:
- Do not open the battery door underwater.
- Close the battery door properly for best water sealing.
- Rinse the camcorder with clean water after use and keep the camcorder dry for storage.
- After using the camcorder underwater, the recording quality will be affected as there is still
water inside the microphone and speaker compartment. The sound will resume to normal
once the water has dried out.
Getting to Know Your Camcorder
Waterproof up to 10 ft. (3.0 meters)
12 MP
Digital Video Camcorder, HD Video (720p)
Digital Still Camcorder
HDTV HDMI High Definition Interface Output
4x Digital Zoom
2.0" TFT Color Display
Micro SD Memory Card Support (up to 16GB)
2x AA Alkaline Batteries (not included)
Driver Free for WINDOWS 7 / Vista / XP and MAC 10.4.9 or above
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What’s Included
1. Digital Camcorder
2. USB cable
3. Vivitar Experience Image Manager Software Installation CD
4. Neck Strap
NOTE: Micro SD Memory Card and batteries not included.
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Parts of the Camcorder
Item
Part
Function
1
USB Interface
Transfers photo and video files to the computer via USB cable.
Memory Card Slot
Insert Micro SD card for digital file storage.
HDMI Port
Connects the camcorder via HDMI cable (included in some versions of the
camcorder) for HDTV connection.
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LCD Screen
LCD displays photos, video clips, camcorder Settings and Menus.
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MENU Button
Enters and exits Menu Mode.
4
MODE Button
Switches between Photo Capture Mode and Video Capture Mode. The
default is Video Capture Mode.
Playback Mode: Exits Playback Mode and enters Video Capture Mode.
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OK / Shutter
(Capture, Play)
Button
Video and Photo Capture Modes: Starts or Stops a VIDEO recording ;
Captures a PICTURE
Playback Mode: Plays back a captured video and still image file.
Menu Mode: Confirms settings (OK) or enters into sub-menu options.
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Zoom Button
(Tele / Wide)
Video and Photo Capture Modes: Zooms in (Tele) or Zooms out (Wide).
Up / Down Button
Playback Mode: Views previous or next image.
Menu Mode: Moves the selection bar Left (Up button) or Right (Down
button).
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Playback Button
Enters Playback Mode.
In Playback Mode: Enters Thumbnail View.
In Thumbnail View: Exits Playback Mode.
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Power Button
Turns on and switches off the camcorder.
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Battery Door
2x AA alkaline batteries.
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Lens
Digital lens for Video & Picture taking.
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Speaker
Speaker for video playback.
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Microphone
Microphone of voice/audio input.
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Strap Hook
Allows you to connect the wrist strap/neck strap to the camcorder.
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Initial Camcorder Setup
Installing the Batteries
Installing the Memory Card
Insert 2 x AA (1.5V) batteries.
Alkaline batteries recommended (not
included).
Micro SD Memory Card (up to 16GB)
needed for normal use.
Turning On the Camcorder
Using the Camcorder
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Powering the Camcorder ON
Battery Installation
Make sure the batteries have been inserted properly into your digital camcorder.
Use 2x AA (1.5V) batteries. Alkaline batteries are recommended. (Batteries not included.)
1. Release and open the battery compartment door.
2. Install the batteries into the battery compartment as illustrated above.
3. Close the battery compartment door.
NOTE:
Remove the batteries from the camcorder when not in use for an extended period.
Do not mix alkaline and non-alkaline batteries.
Some features will not work if the battery power level is low.
The energy status of the battery power level is displayed on LCD screen as shown below:
Full battery power Medium battery power Low battery power
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Micro SD Memory Card
Make sure a Micro SD card up to 16GB has been properly inserted into your camcorder.
Class 4 or above SD card is recommended. Micro SD Memory card not included.
You must insert the Micro SD Memory Card in order to record and store your VIDEOS and
PICTURES.
To properly insert the Micro SD Memory Card:
1. Power OFF the Camcorder.
2. Release and open the Micro SD Memory Card slot cover.
3. Insert the Micro SD Card into the Micro SD Card slot in the direction as shown on the
camcorder (see SD icon by the Micro SD card slot). Gently press the Micro SD Card until
you hear a slight clicking sound. This indicates the memory card has been inserted
correctly. Make sure that the Micro SD Card is not in LOCK position (see tiny slider on the
side of the card).
4. Close the Micro SD Memory Card slot cover
NOTE:
There is only one right direction to insert the Micro SD memory card into the slot. Do not
force the card into the memory card slot, since it may damage both the camcorder and the
Micro SD memory card. Re-align the Micro SD card position (as marked) and try again.
After the camcorder is powered on, a memory card icon appears on the LCD display
indicating that the Micro SD Memory card has been properly inserted and identified by the
camcorder. If you do not see the SD icon on the display, please check if the card was
inserted properly.
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IMPORTANT: The Micro SD memory card must be formatted before capturing videos
and photographs.
If your SD card is new, or if it was used with other camcorders or devices, you need to
FORMAT the card - see simple steps below. If the SD card was previously used, make sure to
save all needed photos and videos before formatting the SD card.
Formatting the Micro SD Memory Card
1. Press the MENU button in Photo Capture or Video Capture Mode.
2. Select the ‘Camcorder Setup’ Menu ( ) by pressing the UP or DOWN button.
3. Press the OK button to enter the ‘Camcorder Setup’ Menu options.
4. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight and select the ‘Format’ option and
then press the OK button to confirm.
Then select ‘SD Card’ by pressing the OK button.
5. To format the Micro SD Memory Card, select ‘OK’ and press the OK button.
To exit the menu without formatting the SD Memory Card select ‘Cancel’ then press the
OK button. Alternatively, you can press the MENU button to exit.
NOTE: During formatting of the Micro SD card, all data (pictures & videos - if present) will
be erased. Make sure you save your valuable data before formatting the memory.
Remember, all your files will be erased during formatting!
Power On
Press the POWER button to turn on the camcorder.
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Main Camcorder Modes
Video Capture Mode
Use this mode to capture videos with your digital camcorder.
This is the default mode when the camcorder is powered ON.
To take a video, aim your camcorder as desired and press the Shutter button to start
recording. A red, blinking icon appears while the recording is in progress. To stop recording,
press the Shutter button again. The video is automatically saved to your camcorder’s
Micro SD Memory card.
To access the various menus for the Video Capture Mode, press the MENU button
while in the Video Capture Mode.
Photo Capture Mode
Use this mode to capture pictures with your camcorder.
After turning on your camcorder, press the MODE button once to open the Photo Capture
Mode.
To take a picture, aim your camcorder as desired and press the Shutter button.
The picture is automatically saved to your camcorder’s Micro SD Memory card.
To access the various menus for the Photo Capture Mode, press the MENU button
while in the Photo Capture Mode.
Playback Mode (Videos & Photos)
Use this mode to view and manage the videos and photos on your camcorder.
After turning on your camcorder, press the PLAYBACK button to open the Playback mode.
You can scroll through the images that you’ve previously taken to view or delete them as
desired.
To access the various menus for the Playback mode for videos and photos, press the MENU
button while in the Playback mode.
Your digital camcorder has different modes for the various camcorder functions.
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Camcorder Technical Specifications
Image Sensor
CMOS Sensor
Video Resolution
720P (1280x720), up to 30fps; WVGAP30 (848x480), up to 30fps;
VGA (640x480), up to 30fps; QVGA (320x240), up to 30fps
Photo Resolution
12.0 Mega pixel (4032 x3024), 8.0 Mega pixel (3264x2448),
5.0 Mega pixel (2592x1944), 3.0 Mega pixel (2048x1536),
VGA (640 x480 )
File Format
JPEG (Photo) / AVI (Video)
External Memory
Micro SD Memory Card (up to 16GB)
Class 4 or above SD card is recommended
LCD Display
2.0 Inch TFT Color Display
Lens
F/2.8 f=8.5mm
Zoom
4X Digital Zoom
Exposure
0, ±1/3, ±2/3, ±1, ±4/3, ±5/3, ±2
Scene
Auto, Landscape, Portrait, Night Scene, Backlight, Sport
White Balance
Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Incandescent, Fluorescent
Quality
Super Fine(Default), Fine, Normal
Self-Timer
2 seconds, 5 seconds, 10 seconds, Off
Anti-Shake
Yes
Face Detect
Yes
Smile Detect
Yes
Languages
English
Auto Power Off
1 min., 3 min., 5 min., Off
Microphone
Yes
Speaker
Yes
USB Interface
USB 2.0
System Requirements
Windows XP (SP 3), Vista (SP1) and 7 ;
Mac OSX v10.5.x and above
Power Source
2x AA (1.5V) alkaline batteries
Working Temperature
0~45C
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Computer System Requirements
To be able to download photos and videos to your WINDOWS OS or MACINTOSH OS computer
using the Vivitar Experience Image Manager Software, you will need the following minimum
configuration:
WINDOWS OS
Microsoft® Windows XP with Service Pack 3, Windows Vista with Service Pack 1 or Windows 7
Pentium® 4 processor (or above)
1 GB RAM, 250 MB available hard disk space
16-bit Color monitor, 1024 X 768 recommended screen resolution
CD-ROM Drive
QuickTime® 6 or higher
Microsoft® Internet Explorer 7 or higher
Windows Media Player 10 or higher
DirectX 9 or higher
Internet connection required
MACINTOSH OS
Intel processor running Mac OS X v10.5.x or later
1 GB RAM, 250 MB available hard disk space
Display: 1024 x 768 or higher-resolution monitor
CD-ROM Drive
QuickTime® 6 or higher
Internet connection required
NOTE: Make sure the latest compatible Adobe® Flash® Player is installed on your computer.
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