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.

2

LCD Screen

LCD displays photos, video clips, camcorder Settings and Menus.

3

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

0~45C

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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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Powering the Camcorder On/Off

 Make sure the batteries have been inserted properly into your digital camcorder.
 Make sure the Micro SD card has been inserted properly into your camcorder.

Micro SD card up to 16GB - not included.
Please see Initial Camcorder Setup for more information.

Powering the Camcorder ON

Press Power button to turn your camcorder ON.
After powering on, the LCD screen turns on with your camcorder in Video Capture Mode to start.

Powering the Camcorder OFF

While the camcorder is on, you can press the Power button down again at any point to turn your
camcorder OFF.

Auto Off – Power Saving

Your digital camcorder also has an Auto Power Off feature that automatically turns off your
camcorder after a specific period of time that your camcorder is left idle. The Auto Power Off
settings can be set from the ‘Auto Power Off’ Camcorder Setup menu.

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Changing Camcorder Mode

Your camcorder has three main modes:

1. Video Capture Mode - Use this mode to capture videos with your camcorder.

2. Photo Capture Mode - Use this mode to capture photos with your camcorder.

3. Playback Mode (for photos and videos) - Use this mode to view the photos and videos you
have already taken with your camcorder.

 When the camcorder is first powered ON, the Video Capture Mode will be active.
 The icons that appear on the LCD screen are the best default settings so that you can begin to

capture and enjoy clear quality videos and photos.

To change the active camcorder mode, make sure the camcorder is powered ON and press the
MODE button.

When in Video Capture Mode, this icon is displayed on the top-left corner of the LCD display.

When in Photo Capture Mode, this icon is displayed on the top-left corner of the LCD display.

Press the PLAYBACK button to enter the Playback Mode.

When in Playback Mode, this icon is displayed on the top-left corner indicating that the image

being viewed is a video file.

When in Playback Mode, this icon is displayed on the top-left corner indicating that the image

being viewed is a photo file.

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Video Capture Mode

The Video Capture Mode allows you to capture videos with your digital camcorder.
When the camcorder is first powered ON, the camcorder will be in Video Capture Mode.

Taking a Video

1. Power on your camcorder.

2. Use the LCD display to direct the camcorder at the scene you would like to capture.

3. Press the UP or DOWN button to Zoom In or Zoom Out in order to better set the
camcorder display if desired.
NOTE: The Zoom magnification is indicated on the bottom-left of the LCD screen.

4. Press the Shutter button to START the video capture.

5. A red, blinking icon and the elapsed recording time appear on the top-right of the LCD,
indicating that the recording is in progress.

6. To STOP recording your video, press the Shutter button again.

7. The video is automatically saved to the camcorder’s Micro SD Memory card.

Photo Capture Mode

The Photo Capture Mode allows you to capture pictures with your digital camcorder.
When the camcorder is first powered ON, the camcorder will be in Video Capture Mode.
Press the MODE button once to access the Photo Capture Mode.

Taking a Picture

1. Power on your camcorder.

2. Press the MODE button once to enter the Photo Capture Mode.

3. Use the LCD display to direct the camcorder at the scene you would like to capture.

4. Press the UP or DOWN button to Zoom In or Zoom Out in order to better set the
camcorder display if desired.
NOTE: The Zoom magnification is indicated on the bottom-left of the LCD screen.

5. Press the Shutter button to take the picture.

6. The picture is automatically saved to the camcorder’s Micro SD Memory card.

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Playback Mode (Videos & Photos)

The Playback Mode allows you to review and delete videos and photos that you’ve already
captured with you camcorder.

Entering Playback Mode

1. When you first turn on the camcorder, the camcorder will be in Video Capture Mode by

default.

2. Press the Playback button to enter the Single View Playback Mode.

The latest captured video or photo appears on the LCD screen.

Thumbnail View

Easily navigate and select the image (video or photo) you wish to view by using the Thumbnail
View.
The images on your camcorder will be displayed in a 3 X 3 matrix where you can scroll and select
images from the thumbnails.

1. While in Playback Mode, press the Playback button to enter the Thumbnail View.

2. All captured images appear in the Thumbnail View.

 Videos appear with the Video Icon on the Thumbnail.
 Photos appear without an icon on the Thumbnail.

3. Press the UP or DOWN button to scroll and select the image (video or photo) you

wish to view.

4. Press the OK button to enlarge the selected image to full screen size.

5. Once the selected video is full size you can play the video.

Once the selected photo is full size you can zoom in or zoom out.

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Playing Videos on Your Camcorder

1. Selecting your video:

 Once in Playback Mode, press the UP or DOWN button to scroll through the

captured images until you find the video you would like to view.

 Videos appear with the Video icon on the top-left of the LCD screen.

2. Playing your selected video:

 Press the OK button to START playing the video.
 Press the OK button again to PAUSE the video and to continue playing and pausing as

desired.

 When playing the video, press the UP button to fast rewind or the DOWN button to

fast forward the video.

Viewing Photos on Your Camcorder

1. Selecting your photo:

 Once in Playback Mode, press the UP or DOWN button to scroll through the

captured images until you find the photo you would like to view.

 Photos appear with the Playback icon on the top-left of the LCD screen.

2. Zooming In/Out of your selected photo:

 Press the OK button to enter the Photo Zoom Mode.
 Press the UP or DOWN button to Zoom In / Zoom Out of the picture.
 When the picture is zoomed in, press the OK button to move the picture:

Press the UP button to move Up.
Press the DOWN button to move Down.
Press the MENU button to move Right.
Press the Playback button to move Left.

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3. Viewing your photos as a Slide Show:

 The Slide Show feature enables you to playback all your captured still images

automatically.

 Once in Playback Mode, press the UP or DOWN button to select a photo.
 Press the MENU button and select ‘Playback’ ( ).

Press the OK button to enter the camcorder Playback options.

 Press the UP or DOWN button to select ‘Slide Show’, then press the OK

button.

 Press the UP or DOWN button to select the desired interval time, then press the

OK button to begin the Slide Show.

 To stop the Slide Show during playback, press the OK button.

Deleting Images (Videos & Photos)

1. Press the Playback button to enter the Single View Playback Mode.

2. Once in Playback Mode, select the video or photo you would like to delete.

3. Press the MENU button and select ‘Playback’ ( ).

Press the OK button to enter the camcorder Playback options.

4. Press the UP or DOWN button to select ‘Delete’, then press the OK button.

5. Press the UP or DOWN button to select from the following options:

 ‘Delete Current’ - deletes the selected image.
 ‘Delete All’ - deletes all (unlocked) captured videos and photos.

NOTE: Before deleting an image or all images, you will be asked to reconfirm:

 Select ‘OK’ then press the OK button to delete all images.
 Select ‘Cancel’ then press the OK button to exit without deleting and return to the

Playback menu options.

6. Once a selection has been made, press the OK button to confirm the selection.

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NOTE:
 To exit the Delete Menu at any time and return to the Playback Mode, press the MENU

button.

 Images that are protected/locked cannot be deleted. First unlock the image, and then delete the

image.

Protecting Images (Videos & Photos)

1. Press the Playback button to enter the Single View Playback Mode.

2. Once in Playback Mode, select the video or photo you would like to protect/lock.

3. Press the MENU button and select ‘Playback’ ( ).

Press the OK button to enter the camcorder Playback options.

4. Press the UP or DOWN button to select ‘Protect’, then press the OK button.

5. Press the UP or DOWN button to select from the following options:

 ‘Lock Current’ –protects/locks the current, selected image.
 ‘Unlock Current’ – unlocks the current, selected image.
 ‘Lock All’ – protects/locks all images (both videos and photos).
 ‘Unlock All’ – unlocks all images (both videos and photos).

6. Once a selection has been made, press the OK button to confirm the selection.

NOTE:

 To exit the Protect Menu at any time and return to the Playback Mode, press the MENU

button.

 Images that are protected/locked cannot be deleted. First unlock the image, and then delete the

image.

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Status Icon Description

Item

Function

Description

1

Mode

Photo Capture Mode

Video Capture Mode

Playback Mode: Video

Playback Mode: Video: Photo

2

Anti-Shake

Shows Anti-Shaking ON/OFF.

3

Photo/Video Counter

Photo Mode: Number of pictures that have been taken.
Video Mode: Elapsed recording time in seconds.
Playback Mode: Number of pictures or video files.

4

Resolution

Photo: 12M, 8M, 5M, 3M, VGA
Video: 720P30, WVGAP60, VGA, QVGA

5

Image Quality

Super Fine

Fine

Normal

The following icons appear on the LCD screen and indicate the selected menu options and
camcorder status.

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6

Face/Smile Detect

Shows Face/Smile Detect ON/OFF.

Shows Smile Detection

Shows Face Detection

7

Micro SD Card
Indication

Indicates that the Micro SD card is inserted and will be

used as storage for PHOTOS and VIDEOS.

8

Battery Indicator

Battery power is full.
Battery power is empty.

9

Exposure Value

Shows selected EV± value.

10

White Balance

Shows selected White Balance:
Auto, Sunny, Cloudy, Fluorescent, Incandescent

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ISO

Shows selected ISO sensitivity setting:
Auto, 100, 200, 400

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Navigating the Menus

Each camcorder mode has a set of menus specific to that mode.
In addition, the menu options include general camcorder setup settings.
To access these menus:

1. Press the MENU button to open the Main Menu options for the current mode.

2. Press the UP or DOWN button to scroll between the various Main Menu options for

the current mode. The Main Menu options include:
Video Capture Mode Main Menu Options: Video, Setup, Effect
Photo Capture Mode Main Menu Options: Still, Setup, Effect
Playback Mode Main Menu Options: Playback, Setup, Effect

3. Press the OK button to select and enter the highlighted Main Menu option.

4. Press the UP or DOWN button to scroll between the various setting options within the

selected menu.

5. Press the OK button to select and enter the setting options specific to the selected menu.

6. Press the UP or DOWN button to scroll between the specific setting options.

7. Press the OK button to confirm and save the highlighted setting option.

8. At any time you can press the MENU button to exit the sub menus and return to the Main

menu screen.
Press the MENU button again to exit the Main menu screen and return to the previous
mode.

NOTE:

 Changes made to the settings will remain until you decide to change them.
 The camcorder will remain with the last selected settings when it is turned OFF and ON again.

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Menu Options

Resolution

The Resolution menu allows you to choose
the desired size of the images taken by your
camcorder. Keep in mind that images with a
higher resolution will also take up more of
your camcorder’s memory.

720P30

1280x720, up to 30fps

WVGAP30

848x480, up to 30fps

WVGAP30

848x480, up to 30fps

VGA

640x480, up to 30fps

QVGA

320x240, up to 30fps

Quality

The Quality menu allows you to select the
desired quality level of the images taken by
your camcorder. Keep in mind that images
with a higher image quality level will also take
up more memory on your camcorder.

Super Fine(Default)
Fine
Normal

Video quality setting.

The following are the menu options that appear in your camcorder’s Video Capture Mode, Photo
Capture Mode, Playback Mode and Setup Mode:

Video Capture Mode Menus

To enter the Video Capture Mode Menus:

1. While in Video Capture Mode, press the MENU button and use the UP or DOWN

button to select ‘Video’ ( ).

2. Press the OK button to enter the Video Capture Mode Menu options.

Video Capture Mode- Video Setting Menu Options:

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Photo Capture Mode Menus

Self-Timer

The Self-Timer menu allows you to set a

delay between the time that the camcorder’s

Shutter button is pressed and the actual
capture of the picture. This is an optimal

feature if you don’t just want to take the

picture but would also like to be in the picture
yourself. Just set the Self-Timer, press the
Shutter button on your camcorder and
position yourself in front of the camcorder as
desired.

2S Timer
5S Timer
10S Timer

Self-timer setting.

Off

Turns off the self-timer,
disable.

Resolution

The Resolution menu allows you to choose
the desired size of the images taken by your
camcorder. Keep in mind that images with a
higher resolution will also take up more of
your camcorder’s memory.

12M pixel resolution

4032 x 3024 pixels

8M pixel resolution

3264 x 2448 pixels

5M pixel resolution

2592 x 1944 pixels

3M pixel resolution

2048 x 1536 pixels

VGA

640x480 pixels

Multi Shot

When enabled, the Multi Shot feature allows
you to take five rapid snapshots in a row with
a single click of the Shutter button.
This feature can be effective when trying to
capture a particular moment in a sporting
event or other scenes with quick movements.

On / Off

Enables or disables the
function of continuous
capture of five photos.

Quality

The Quality menu allows you to select the
desired quality level of the images taken by
your camcorder. Keep in mind that images
with a higher image quality level will also
take up more memory on your camcorder.

Super Fine
Fine(Default)
Normal

Photo quality setting.

To enter the Photo Capture Mode Menus:

1. While in Photo Capture Mode, press the MENU button and use the UP or DOWN

button to select ‘Still’ ( ).

2. Press the OK button to enter the Photo Capture Mode Menu options.

Photo Capture Mode- Photo Setting Menu Options:

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Face Detect

The Face Detect feature when selected
allows the camcorder to use a subject’s face
as the basis for balancing the other colors

and focus in the camera’s display. This

feature is meant to ensure that the color and
focus of your pictures will be consistently
sharp and high-quality. The Smile Capture
feature when selected allows the camcorder
to automatically take a picture when it
detects that a subject in the picture is
smiling.

OFF
Face Detection
Smile Detection

Face and Smile detection
setting.

Anti-Shake

The Anti-Shake feature reduces image
distortion that can be caused by movement
of the camcorder while capturing the image.

On / Off

Enables or disables the
Anti-Shake setting.

Date Stamp

When you capture an image with your
camcorder, the image will include a time
stamp with the date or date and time that the
image was taken.

Off
Date
Date/Time

Sets the photo date/time
stamp.

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Playback Mode Menus

Delete

While in the Playback Mode, you can delete
captured videos and photos through the
Delete menu.

Delete Current

Deletes selected (current) video
or photo.

Delete All

Deletes all videos and photos.

Protect

Pictures and videos taken with your
camcorder can be protected or locked to
prevent any deletion of the files.

Lock Current

Locks current photo or video.

Unlock Current

Unlocks current photo or video.

Lock All

Locks all photo and videos.

Unlock All

Unlocks all photo and videos.

Slide Show

You can view a Slide Show of all the pictures
taken with your camcorder. The Slide Show
menu allows you to set the interval length of
time that each picture will display during the
Slide Show.

2 Seconds
5 Seconds
8 Seconds

Sets the Slide Show interval
time to be 2, 5 or 8 seconds.

To enter the Playback Mode Menus:

1. While in Playback Mode, press the MENU button and use the UP or DOWN

button to select ‘Playback’ ( ).

2. Press the OK button to enter the Playback Mode Menu options.

Playback Mode- Playback Setting Menu Options:

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Video Capture Mode and Photo Mode Effect Menus

Sharpness

You can set the level of sharpness in the images
taken with your camcorder. The sharpness level
dictates if the edges of objects in the image are
more or less distinct.

Strong
Standard
Soft

Sharpness setting.

White Balance

The White Balance feature allows your
camcorder to adjust the coloring of the captured
images depending on the type of light source in
the current environment. Properly adjusting the
White Balance setting to match your current
environment allows the camcorder to properly
balance the colors in the images that are taken
with your camcorder.

Auto (default)

Automatic white balance.

Daylight

White balance selected for a
sunny sky.

Cloudy

White balance selected for a
cloudy sky.

Incandescent

White balance selected for
tungsten indoor lighting.

Fluorescent

White balance selected for
fluorescent indoor light.

Color Effect

The Color Effect menu allows you to select a
unique effect that can create an interesting look
to your image.

Normal (default)
Black & White
Sepia
Negative

Effects setting.

ISO

The ISO menu allows you to set the level of
sensitivity that your camcorder has to light in the
surrounding environment. When the ISO level is
increased, the image sensor in your camcorder
will be more sensitive to light and allow you to
capture images in lower-light situations. The
higher sensitivity to light however, may reduce
the quality of the images that are taken.
When the ISO is reduced, the image sensor in
your camcorder will be less sensitive to light and
will optimize the image quality in environments
with bright lighting.

Auto (default)
100
200
400

ISO Sensitivity select.
It is recommended to use Auto
for most scenes.

To enter the general effect settings for both Video and Photo Capture Modes:

1. While in Video/Photo Capture Mode or Playback Mode, press the MENU button and use

the UP or DOWN button to select ‘Effect’ ( ).

2. Press the OK button to enter the Effect Menu options.

Effect Setting Menu Options (Video/Photo Capture):

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Exposure

The Light Exposure setting helps you control the

amount of light that enters your camcorder’s lens.

This setting should be adjusted when the
environment is lighter or darker than normal.
When the environment has more light than is
needed, reduce the exposure setting (by using
the negative - count) to reduce the amount of light
allowed into the lens by your camcorder.
If the environment has less light (darker) than is
needed, increase the exposure setting (by using
the positive + count) to increase the amount of
light allowed into the lens by your camcorder.

0
±1/3
±2/3
±1
±4/3
±5/3
±2

Changes the level of exposure
(lightness or darkness).

Metering

The Metering setting will affect how your
camcorder focuses when capturing an image.
Depending on your selection, the camcorder will
be more sensitive to focusing on particular areas
in the display and adjust the image color and
lighting accordingly.

Center (default)
Average
Spot

Metering setting.

Scene

The Scene Menu allows you to choose scene
settings that let your camcorder to adapt properly
to your current environment.

Auto (default)
Landscape
Portrait
Night Scene
Backlight
Sport

Based on the subject being
captured, chooses an
appropriate, existing image
control.

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General Camcorder Setup Menus

Date/Time

The Date/Time menu allows you to set

your camcorder’s date and time as

desired.

Year, Month,
Day, Hour,
Minute, Second,
Display Format

Sets the time that appears on the image
or video clips.

Auto Power Off

You can use the Auto Power Off
feature in order to conserve you
camcorder’s battery life. The
designated time represents when your
camcorder will automatically power off.
When the camcorder sits idle for the
designated period of time, the
camcorder will shut off completely and
will need to be turned on again with the
power button before the next use.

Off

Auto Power-Off disabled.

1 min

Auto power off in 1 min if no operation.

3 min

Auto power off in 3 min if no operation.

5 min

Auto power off in 5 min if no operation.

Beep Sound

You have the option to disable all of
the sound effects that the camcorder
emits when performing functions
(except for during the Self-Timer
countdown).

On
Off

Sets the camcorder’s beep sound on or
off.

Start Sound

You have the option to disable the
sound effect that the camcorder emits
while powering on and off.

On
Off

Sets the opening/closing sound on or off.

Language

You can select your camcorder’s

language setting by selecting the
desired language from the Language
menu.

English

Selects the display language.

To enter the general settings for your camcorder:

1. While in Video/Photo Capture Mode or Playback Mode, press the MENU button and use

the UP or DOWN button to select ‘Setup’ ( ).

2. Press the OK button to enter the Setup Menu options.

Camcorder Setup Menus:

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Frequency

The options in the Frequency menu
represent the frequency of the
electrical current in fluorescent lighting
sources in your locale. If your
camcorder is set to a frequency that

does not match your country’s electric

current, you may see waves on the
images taken by your camcorder.

50Hz

Setting for European electricity
frequency.

60Hz

Setting for American electricity
frequency.

Logo Display

You have the option to display the logo
while powering on and off.

On
Off

Sets the opening/closing screen on or off.

Quick Review

Use this menu to set the time the
preview of the image appears on the
LCD immediately after it is captured.

0.5s
1s
3s
Off

Selects picture review time after photo is taken.

Volume

0 to 8
(Max=8,
Default)

Sets the camcorder volume.

File Name

Serial
Reset

Format

You can use the Format menu to
delete all of the content that is

currently on your camcorder’s memory

card.
Keep in mind that formatting the
memory card will permanently delete

all of the content on your camcorder’s

memory card.
This option can only delete all of the
content at one time. If you would like to
delete individual images, use the

Delete menu in the camcorder’s

Playback mode.

SD Card:
Cancel
OK

Formats the SD card.
Choose ‘OK’ and press the OK button to
format.
Choose ‘Cancel’ or press the MENU
button to exit.

Default Setting

Use this menu to reset your camcorder
settings to the Factory Default
Settings.

Cancel
OK

Refreshes the default settings. Choose
‘OK’ and press the OK button to reset to
the default settings. Choose ‘Cancel’ or
press the MENU button to exit.

Version

Shows the firmware version.

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Installing the Software

You 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 appear, open the application’s CD/DVD drive and click on “Setup.exe” to launch the

installer.

3. On Macintosh: Click the icon that appears on the desktop to install the Vivitar Experience Image

Manager.

4. If you do not have internet access at the time of inserting the CD-ROM, connect to the internet

and then click the “Install Vivitar Experience Image Manager” button to begin the installation.

Note: If you do not have internet access, you can still download media from the camcorder.

Click the “How to transfer photos and videos from my camcorder to my computer” button
for instructions.

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5. If you have internet access, the “Choose your language” window opens, choose your language

and click “Next” to open the next window.

6. Select your camcorder model from the list and click “Next” to open the next window.

7. Click “Next” to confirm your camcorder model selection and to install the application.

8. Please wait while the application is being installed on your computer.

9. Please review the license terms.

On PC and Macintosh: Click the “I accept the terms of this license agreement” and then click

“Next” to continue.

10. On PC only: Let the “Vivitar Experience Image Manager” installer create the folder to where the

program will be installed, and then click “Install”.

11. Please wait while the application continues the installation process on your computer.

On Macintosh: If needed, please follow instructions to install the Adobe® Flash® Player.

12. On PC: Click the “Close” button when the installation is complete.

Click the “Launch Vivitar Experience Image Manager” to open the application.

13. On Macintosh: Click the “Quit” button when the installation is complete.

Click the “Launch Vivitar Experience Image Manager” to open the application.

14. If you close the application you can run the Vivitar Experience Image Manager from the

Programs (PC) or Applications (Mac) menu on your computer.

Connecting the Camcorder to the Computer

The camcorder can be connected to your computer for viewing PICTURES and VIDEOS on the
computer monitor.

1. Use the supplied USB cable to connect your camcorder to your computer.

2. The camcorder automatically powers on and enters the USB mode.

3. The first time you connect the device to the computer you may have to wait a few seconds

until the computer recognizes the device.

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Connecting the Camcorder to the HDTV

When you wish to view on High Definition (HD) TV, please use an HDMI cable (purchased
separately) and connect as shown below:

Set your HDTV to the corresponding HDMI INPUT (review TV Manual if needed) and use
camcorder buttons in the same way as you use camcorder during PLAYBACK mode.
Enjoy watching pictures and HD VIDEO on the large HDTV screen!

NOTE:

 During the connection to the HDTV via HDMI cable, the camcorder can playback videos and

photos, however it is incapable of previewing them on the LCD screen.

 The camcorder’s fast forward and fast rewind function is disabled during video playback on

the HDTV via HDMI cable.

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Getting Photos and Videos from your Camcorder to Your Computer

The SD card must be inserted in the digital video camcorder.
Do not disconnect the cable during transfer. Doing so will cancel the transfer of any files on their
way to your computer.

1. Select the “Get Images” button from the Main menu.

2. The “Get media from device” window opens.

3. You can select to download photos, videos or both.

4. Select your camcorder (removable disk) from the device window. If your camcorder is the only

USB device connected then it will be selected automatically.

5. Select a location on the computer where to place the new photo and video files.

6. Add the new photo and video files to albums if desired.

7. Select to remove the media files from the selected device (removable disk) after the import.

8. Click the “Get Media” button to transfer the photos and videos from your camcorder 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 selected are now downloaded to your computer to the

selected folder and albums ready for your use.

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Getting Started!

Using the Vivitar Experience Image Manager, you can:
 Upload and manage photos and videos to and from the most popular photo sharing and social

networking sites - Facebook, Flickr, Picasa, MySpace, Photobucket, Twitpic, Twitgoo and
YouTube

 Seamlessly transfer photos and videos from one social network to another
 Organize your images by creating offline and online albums
 Edit images using automatic and manual tools
 Use automatic “Geotagging” with built in Google Maps

For more details on how to use the Vivitar Experience Image Manager open the Help file or
click the “Take a Tour” button on the application’s Home screen.

Transferring Images Manually

Transferring Photos and Videos: WINDOWS OS

1. Use the supplied USB cable to connect your camcorder to your computer.

2. The camcorder automatically powers on and enters the USB mode.

‘Mass Storage’ appears on the LCD.

3. A window appears with a list of options, select “Open folder to view files” and click OK.

4. Open the DCIM folder and the folder inside to view the media files.

5. Select the media and copy the files from this folder into your computer. Optionally, select the

files and choose Copy from the Edit menu. Then select a folder and choose Paste from the
Edit menu.

6. We recommend that you copy the images into the Pictures/My Pictures folder and the videos

into the Videos/My Videos folder.

7. Do not disconnect the cable during transfer. Doing so will cancel the transfer of any files on

their way to your computer.

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Transferring Photos and Videos: MACINTOSH OS

1. Use the supplied USB cable to connect your camcorder to your computer.

2. The camcorder automatically powers on and enters the USB mode.

‘Mass Storage’ appears on the LCD.

3. The camcorder’s device icon appears on the desktop.

4. Click on the device icon and open the DCIM folder and the folder inside to view the media

files.

5. Select the files and drag them into your computer. Optionally, select the files and choose Copy

from the Finder’s Edit menu. Then select a folder and choose Paste from the Edit menu.

6. We recommend that you copy the images into the Pictures folder and the videos into the

Movies folder.

7. Do not disconnect the cable during transfer. Doing so will cancel the transfer of any files on

their way to your computer.

Transferring Images from my Camcorder to my Apple iPad Manually

NOTE: Please check your device packaging for compatibility with the iPad.

Apple iPad Camcorder Connection:

For models that are compatible with the iPad, photos and videos can be imported from your digital
camcorder to your iPad by following either one of the options below:

1. Connecting your digital camcorder to your iPad using an iPad Camcorder Connector:

Plug the Camcorder Connector into the dock connector port on your iPad, then attach your
digital camcorder using a USB cable (included) to the Camcorder Connector.
NOTE: iPad Camcorder Connector not included. This may be purchased separately.

2. Using an iPad SD Card Reader:

Connect the SD Card Reader to your iPad, then insert your digital camcorder's SD card into the
slot to import photos and videos directly from your camcorder's SD card.

NOTE: iPad SD Card Reader not included. This may be purchased separately.
After you make the connection, your iPad automatically opens the Photos application, which lets
you choose which photos and videos to import, then organizes them into albums.

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Camcorder Maintenance

Sakar US
Sakar International
Attention: Service Department
195 Carter Drive
Edison, NJ
08817

Sakar UK/Europe
Attention: Service Department
2D, Siskin Parkway East
4020 Middlemarch Business Park
Coventry, CV3 4PE

Sakar Australia
Return faulty camcorder to
the Refund Counter at the
store where purchased

The digital camcorder is a delicate device. Please handle your camcorder with care to avoid
damaging it.
Do not expose your camcorder to heat sources.

Sakar Warranty Card

This warranty covers for the original consumer purchaser only and is not transferable. Products that
fail to function properly UNDER NORMAL USAGE, due to defects in material or workmanship will
be repaired at no charge for parts or labor for a period of one year from the time of purchase.

What Is Not Covered By Warranty:

Damages or malfunctions not resulting from defects in material or workmanship and damages or
malfunctions from other than normal use, including but limited to, repair by unauthorized parties,
tampering, modification or accident.

What To Do When Service Is Required:

When returning your defective product (postage pre-paid) for service, your package 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:

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Technical Support

For technical support 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

[e-mail] and one of our technical support team members will answer your questions.
For phone support in the US please call 1-800-592-9541, in the UK call 0800 917 4831, in Australia
call 1800-006-614. If you would like to call from anywhere else, please visit www.vivitar.com for
your local toll free number.

Troubleshooting

Q: I have taken photos and selected the “Get Images” button. I get a message that the

images were successfully transferred but the photos do not appear on my computer. What
do I do?

First ensure that you have in fact taken photos. Press the Shutter button to take some sample
photos and then try downloading them again.
With test photos if the camcorder powers off before you upload them to the computer the photos are
not stored in the camcorder`s memory. These photos should be uploaded quickly before the
camcorder powers off. If the photos are saved to the SD memory card then all the photos should
appear.

Q: How do I make sure I don't lose important pictures?

This camcorder requires an SD card for normal use. If the camcorder powers off nothing will
happen to the images stored on the SD memory card. We recommend always downloading your
photos to your computer as soon as possible to prevent unintentional data loss.

Q: I deleted images using the Vivitar Experience Image Manager. The images were also
deleted from my computer. How do I recover images that I accidently deleted?

All images deleted using the Vivitar Experience Image Manager are sent to your computer’s
Recycle or Trash Bin and can be retrieved from there.

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Q: Cannot turn ON the camcorder

The Cause:

1. Low battery power.

2. Battery not inserted properly.
The Solution:

1. Replace with new 2x AA alkaline batteries.

2. Check that the batteries are correctly aligned when installed.

Q: VIDEO or PICTURES cannot be saved when you are taking them.

The Cause:

1. Micro SD card has not been installed.

2. The Micro SD card has not been formatted properly.

3. Memory is full. Display shows ‘MEMORY FULL’.
The Solution:

1. Install Micro SD card.

2. Format the Micro SD card. See section ‘Initial Camcorder Setup’.

3. Download the pictures and videos from the camcorder to the computer to create storage

space.

Q: Computer does not recognize your camcorder when connected. (You cannot find
removable disk)

The Cause: Connection failure.
The Solution: Make sure all cable connections are secured. Restart the computer if necessary.

Q: The battery life is very short.

The Cause: Incorrect or old, used up battery.
The Solution: Replace with new 2x AA alkaline batteries.

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Q: Blurry images

The Cause:

1. The HD camcorder is not held steady during recording

2. The lens of HD camcorder is dirty.
The Solution:

1. Hold the HD camcorder steady when taking pictures, wait to hear the beep sound

2. Clean the lens with soft dry cloth.

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