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DVR 946HD
Digital Camcorder
User Manual
© 2009-2011 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.
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CONTENTS
Introduction ........................................................................................................................................... 2
What’s Included .................................................................................................................................... 2
Parts of the Camcorder ......................................................................................................................... 3
Initial Camcorder Setup ........................................................................................................................ 4
Main Camcorder Modes ........................................................................................................................ 8
Camcorder Technical Specifications ..................................................................................................... 9
Computer System Requirements ........................................................................................................ 10
Powering ON/OFF Your Digital Camcorder ......................................................................................... 11
Changing Camcorder Mode ................................................................................................................ 11
Navigating the Menus ......................................................................................................................... 12
Camcorder Options: ViviLink, LED Flash, Macro, Zoom, Display ....................................................... 13
Video Capture Mode ........................................................................................................................... 16
Video Playback Mode ......................................................................................................................... 30
Photo Capture Mode ........................................................................................................................... 35
Photo Playback Mode ................................................................................................ ......................... 51
Connecting the Camcorder to a TV ................................................................................................ ..... 59
Installing the Software ......................................................................................................................... 60
Connecting the Camcorder to the Computer....................................................................................... 61
Getting Photos and Videos from the Camcorder to the Computer ...................................................... 62
Getting Started! ................................................................................................................................... 63
Transferring Images from the Camcorder to the Computer Manually ................................................. 63
Camcorder Maintenance ..................................................................................................................... 65
Sakar Warranty Card .......................................................................................................................... 65
Technical Support ............................................................................................................................... 66
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................. 66
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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 digital camcorder needs an SD Memory card (up to 32GB) for normal use.
SD Memory cards are not included and need to be purchased separately.
Important: You must use a Class 4 SD card or higher SD card only.
This camcorder is a Plug and Play device. You can download the pictures and videos captured
by your camcorder without the software by directly accessing the camcorder’s memory card from
your computer. It is recommended however that you install the Vivitar Experience™ Image
Manager Software to enjoy the full Vivitar experience.
What’s Included
1. Digital Camcorder
2. USB & TV Cable
3. Vivitar Experience™ Image Manager
Software Installation CD
4. Lens Cover Strap (attaches to lens cover)
5. Hand Strap (not shown)
Note: Class 4 (or higher) SD Memory card and batteries not included.
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Parts of the Camcorder
1. Power Button
13. Speaker
2. EV+ / Up / Slide Show Button
14. Shutter Button
3. EV- / Down Button
15. Zoom Out / Zoom In
4. Self-Timer / Left Button
16. LED Indicator Light
5. Delete / Right Button
17. USB Slot / TV- Out Slot
6. SET / LED ON- OFF Button
18. Hand Strap
7. MODE Button
19. Tripod Mount
8. MENU Button
20. SD Memory Card Slot
9. ViviLink Button
21. LED Light
10. Lens Cover
22. Microphone
11. Digital Lens
23. Battery Compartment
12. Macro Switch
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Initial Camcorder Setup
Flip open the LCD screen. When powering the camcorder ON for the first time the camcorder will
take you through the initial camcorder setup.
POWERING THE CAMCORDER ON
1. Installing the Batteries
Make sure the batteries have been inserted properly into your digital camcorder, according to the
polarity shown inside the battery compartment.
Use 4 x AAA (1.5V) batteries. Alkaline batteries are recommended. Batteries not included.
Note:
Remove the batteries from the camcorder when not in use for an extended period.
Do not mix alkaline and non-alkaline batteries.
Some camcorder features (Flash) will not work if the battery power level is low.
When the battery power is low the battery icon turns red and the camcorder will automatically
turn 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 Recommended to Replace Batteries
2. Installing the SD Memory Card
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IMPORTANT: You must use only a Class 4 SDHC Memory card or higher.
Make sure a Class 4 (or higher) SD Memory Card (up to 32GB) has been properly inserted into
your camcorder. SD card not included.
To properly insert the SD Memory Card:
Push the SD card into the slot in the direction as shown SD card icon on the camcorder.
See images below: 1 and 2.
Push the SD card until you hear a slight clicking sound. This indicates the SD card has been
inserted correctly.
See images below: 3 and 4.
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Note:
After the camcorder 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 camcorder from saving captured photos to the
SD card.
3. Powering ON the Camcorder
Press the POWER button to turn on the camcorder.
SETTING THE CAMCORDER LANGUAGE
1. You will first be prompted to select a language for the camcorder. The Language selection menu
will appear. Press the UP/DOWN button to select the language of your choice and press the SET
button to confirm the selection.
2. After selecting a language, you will be asked if you would like to continue with the initial
camcorder setup. A message will appear: “Continue with Camera Setup?”
3. Press the RIGHT/LEFT button to select “Yes” to continue or “No” to exit the setup, and then
press the SET button to confirm your selection.
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Note: If you select “No” and decide to leave the camcorder setup, the camcorder will be set to its
default settings. These settings can be adjusted at any time manually through the menus in the
camcorder.
SETTING THE DATE AND TIME
The next step in the initial camcorder setup is to set the date and time on the camcorder.
1. Press the UP/DOWN button to set the specific time/date settings.
2. Press the RIGHT/LEFT to move to a different part of the time/date setting options.
3. Once you have set the date and time as desired press the SET button to confirm the setting and
move to the next part of the camcorder setup.
SETTING THE VIVILINK DEFAULT OPTION
Once the Date and Time have been set, you will be asked to set the default ViviLink destination for
photos and videos taken with your camcorder.
The ViviLink technology allows you to quickly and easily upload your camcorder’s photos and videos
to the social networks of your choice with the accompanying software application.
1. First you will be asked to choose the default ViviLink social network for Photos. Press the
UP/DOWN button to highlight the desired default social network and press the SET button to
confirm the selection.
2. Next you will be asked to choose the default ViviLink social network for Videos. Press the
UP/DOWN button to highlight the desired default social network and press the SET button to
confirm the selection.
Congratulations! Your camcorder is now ready to use.
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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 record indicator appears on the LCD screen while the recording is in
progress. To stop recording, press the Shutter button again. The video is automatically
saved to your camcorder’s 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 memory card.
To access the various menus for the Photo Capture mode, press the MENU button while in
the Photo Capture mode.
Playback Mode (Photos & Videos)
Use this mode to view and manage the photos and videos on your camcorder.
After turning on your camcorder, press the MODE button twice to open the Playback mode
for photos and videos. You can scroll through the photos and videos that you’ve previously
taken to view, edit or delete them as desired.
To access the various menus for the Playback mode for photos and videos, press the
MENU button while in the Playback mode.
Your camcorder has different modes for the various camcorder functions.
You can switch modes by pressing the MODE button on your camcorder after the camcorder has been
powered ON.
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Camcorder Technical Specifications
Image Sensor
CMOS Sensor
Image Resolution
3648x2736(10M) / 3648x2048(7MHD) / 2592x1944(5M) /
2048x1536(3M) / 1920x1080(2MHD) / 640x480(VGA)
Video Resolution
1280X720 (HD), 640X480 (VGA), 320X240 (QVGA)
File Format
JPEG/AVI
External Memory
SD Memory Card (up to 32GB) – Class 4 or higher
LCD Display
2.7 Inch TFT , opens 90
Lens
f=5.1mm, F3.0
Zoom
4X Digital Zoom
Exposure
-3.0EV ~ +3.0EV
White Balance
Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent, Incandescent
ISO
Auto / 100 / 200 / 400
Scene
Auto / Scenery / Portrait / Night Scenery / Night Portrait /
High Sensitivity / Beach
Language
English / French / Spanish / Portuguese / German /
Dutch / Italian / Russian / Turkish
Flash
2 LED lamps
Self-Timer
2 / 5 or 10 second delay
Anti-Shake
Yes
Print Photos
Yes
Multi Snapshots (Burst)
Yes
Macro Switch
Yes (manual switch)
Interface
USB 2.0
System Requirements
Windows XP (SP 3), Vista (SP1) and 7 /
Mac OSX v10.5.x and above
Battery
4 * AAA (1.5V) batteries
Working Temperature
0~40C
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Computer System Requirements
To be able to download photos and videos to your 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 MACINTOSH OS X v10.5.x or later
1 GB RAM, 250 MB available hard disk space
Display: 1024 x 768 or higher-resolution monitor
QuickTime® 6 or higher
CD-ROM Drive
Internet connection required
Note: Make sure the latest compatible Adobe® Flash® Player is installed on your computer.
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Powering ON/OFF Your Digital Camcorder
Make sure the batteries have been inserted properly into your digital camcorder.
Make sure an SD Memory Card, up to 32GB Class 4 or higher, has been installed into your
camcorder. SD Memory Card and batteries not included.
See Initial Camcorder Setup for details.
POWERING THE CAMCORDER ON
Press the Power button to turn your camcorder ON.
The camcorder will be in Video Capture mode to start.
POWERING THE CAMCORDER OFF
While the camcorder is on, you can press the Power button again at any point to turn your
camcorder OFF. You will see a “Goodbye” splash screen and then the camcorder will power off
completely.
AUTO POWER 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 settings menu.
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.
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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 will display on the top-left corner of the LCD display.
When in Photo Capture Mode, this icon will display on the top-left corner of the LCD display.
When in Playback Mode, this icon will display on the top-left corner of the LCD display.
Navigating the Menus
Each camcorder mode has a set of menus specific to that mode.
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll between the various menus for the current mode.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option within the selected menu.
Alternatively, push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to highlight the desired option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5. If the selection can be remembered by the camcorder, a selection icon appears to the right of
the selected menu option. Changes made to these options remain until you decide to change
them again at a later time.
6. Some menu options are single-use functions that are not remembered by the camcorder and do
not display this icon when selected.
7. At any time you can press the MODE button to exit the menus and return to the previous screen.
Note:
For most menu settings, an icon reflecting your selection displays on the LCD screen.
The settings are saved by your camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the
camcorder’s default factory settings.
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Camcorder Options: ViviLink, LED Flash, Macro, Zoom, Display
VIVILINK OPTION
The ViviLink technology allows you to quickly and easily upload your camcorder’s photos and videos
to the social networks of your choice with the accompanying Vivitar Experience™ Image Manager
application. A ViviLink destination can be assigned to a photo or video in Capture mode prior to
capturing your image or in Playback Mode.
VIVILINK: VIDEO OR PHOTO CAPTURE MODE
Press the ViviLink Quick Function Button to open the ViviLink options. Select a ViviLink option
and press SET to save your selection and return to Photo/Video Capture mode. Your selected ViviLink
destination appears as an icon on the LCD screen and your camcorder is now ready to capture your
photo or video with the selected ViviLink destination.
Note: The ViviLink feature is deactivated by default and needs to be activated prior to capturing each
photo or video.
VIVILINK: PLAYBACK MODE
A ViviLink destination can be added to a captured image or changed by accessing the ViviLink menu
in Playback Mode. Simply select an image, press the ViviLink Quick Function Button, select the
ViviLink destination and press the SET button.
LED FLASH LIGHT OPTION
To increase the lighting in dark situations while capturing videos and photos, use the 2 LED Flash
Lights on the front of the camcorder below the lens.
Press the Flash (SET) button to toggle between Flash On and Flash Off.
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MACRO OPTIONS /
Your camcorder contains a Macro Switch that allows you to manually enable or disable the Macro mode
on your camcorder. While using the Macro mode, you can capture images at close range, 30 ~ 40 cm.
MACRO ON:
To turn the Macro mode ON, slide the Macro Switch on the side of your camcorder DOWN to the
flower icon .
When enabled, the Macro mode will allow your camcorder to focus on an object that is close to
the camcorder.
The flower icon appears on the LCD and indicates that the Macro mode is ON.
MACRO OFF:
To turn the Macro mode OFF, slide the Macro Switch on the side of the camcorder UP to the mountain
icon.
The mountain icon appears on the LCD display.
When Macro mode is off, images can be captured from 1.5m - ∞ (infinity).
Note:
The Macro mode must be turned OFF when you want to use the following features of your
camcorder: Flash, Face Detect, Smile Capture.
Not all camcorder s included these features. Refer to the Camcorder Technical Specifications
section to view the features included with this camcorder.
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DIGITAL ZOOM OPTION
You can magnify your subject up to 4 times using the digital zoom while capturing your photos and
recording your videos.
Push the Zoom lever up, T , to zoom in on the object.
Push the Zoom lever down, W , to zoom back out.
The following Digital Zoom Indicator appears on the right side of the LCD screen:
The Digital Zoom Indicator bar moves up when you Zoom In (T) and moves down when you Zoom Out
(W).
DISPLAY: HIDE/SHOW THE LCD ICONS
The display of the icons on the LCD screen can be hidden or visible as desired.
1. Hold the MODE button for a few seconds to hide the display of the icons on the screen.
2. Press the MODE button again to redisplay the icons on the screen.
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Video Capture Mode
The Video Capture Mode allows you to capture videos with your camcorder.
When the camcorder is first powered on, it will be in Video Capture Mode.
TAKING A VIDEO
1. While in Video Capture Mode use the LCD display to direct the camcorder at the scene you
would like to capture.
2. Use the T/Zoom In and W/Zoom Out to better set the camcorder display if desired.
Push the Zoom lever up, T , to zoom in on the object.
Push the Zoom lever down, W button to zoom back out.
The following Digital Zoom Indicator appears on the right side of the LCD screen:
The Digital Zoom Indicator bar moves up when you Zoom In (T) and moves down when you
Zoom Out (W).
3. To Start the Video Capture:
Press the Shutter button on the top of the digital camcorder to start the video recording.
Note: A red, blinking indicator and the elapsed record time appear on the LCD screen while the
recording is in progress. The red LED light above the zoom lever also blinks while the recording
is in progress.
4. To Stop the Video Capture:
Press the Shutter button again to stop the video recording.
5. The video is automatically saved to the camcorder’s SD memory card.
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VIDEO CAPTURE MODE QUICK FUNCTION BUTTONS
Quick Function Button
Function
UP: EV +
Light Exposure – Changes the Light Exposure Setting.
Press to increase the Light Exposure.
DOWN: EV -
Light Exposure – Changes the Light Exposure Setting.
Press to decrease the Light Exposure.
LEFT : N/A
No function in Video Capture Mode.
RIGHT: Delete
Delete - Opens the ‘Delete This Video’ option and allows you
to view and delete the last video taken.
Other
Shutter
STARTS/STOPS the video capture.
ViviLink
ViviLink - Opens the ViviLink for Videos menu.
MENU
Opens the menu options for Video Capture Mode.
MODE
Toggles between the Video Capture Mode, Photo Capture
Mode, and Playback Mode.
Exits the menu screen.
SET
Photo and Video Capture Modes: Turns On/Off the LED Lights.
Menu View: Saves your selected option in the Menu view.
T
Zooms In
W
Zooms Out
Your digital camcorder has control buttons that functions as Quick Function buttons.
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VIDEO CAPTURE MODE MENUS
The following are the menus that appear in your camcorder’s Video Capture Mode.
Note: The default settings are those marked with the selection icon .
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SCENE MENU
The Scene Menu allows you to choose scene settings that allow your camcorder to adapt properly to
your current environment.
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Scene’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
Alternatively, push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. To continue within the menus:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
7. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note: An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen. This setting is saved by your
camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the camcorder’s default factory settings.
IMAGE SIZE MENU
The Image Size 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.
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Image Size’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
Alternatively, push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. To continue within the menus:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
7. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note: An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen. This setting is saved by your
camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the camcorder’s default factory settings.
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IMAGE QUALITY MENU
The Image 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.
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Image Quality’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
Alternatively, push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. To continue within the menus:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
7. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note: An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen. This setting is saved by your
camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the camcorder’s default factory settings.
ANTI-SHAKE MENU
The Anti-Shake feature reduces image corruption that can be caused by movement of the camcorder
while capturing the image.
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Anti-Shake’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
Alternatively, push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. To continue within the menus:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
7. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note: An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen. This setting is saved by your
camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the camcorder’s default factory settings.
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WHITE BALANCE MENU
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 will allow the
camcorder to properly balance the colors in the images that are taken with your camcorder.
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘White Balance’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
Alternatively, push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. To continue within the menus:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
7. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note: An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen. This setting is saved by your
camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the camcorder’s default factory settings.
COLOR EFFECT MENU
You can choose to add a color effect to the images taken with your camcorder.
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Color Effect’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
Alternatively, push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. To continue within the menus:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
7. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note: This setting is saved by your camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the
camcorder’s default factory settings.
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IMAGE SHARPNESS MENU
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.
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Image Sharpness’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
Alternatively, push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. To continue within the menus:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
7. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note: An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen. This setting is saved by your
camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the camcorder’s default factory settings.
LIGHT EXPOSURE MENU
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.
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Light Exposure’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
Alternatively, push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
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6. To continue within the menus:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
7. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note: An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen. This setting is saved by your
camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the camcorder’s default factory settings.
ISO MENU
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.
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘ISO’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
Alternatively, push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. To continue within the menus:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
7. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note: An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen. This setting is saved by your
camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the camcorder’s default factory settings.
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METERING MENU
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 – Averages the light metered from the entire frame, but giving greater weight to the subject in
the center.
Multi – Used in standard conditions the camcorder divides and adjusts the settings of the image into
several zones for light metering such as complex light conditions, position of subject, brightness,
background, direct light and scenes.
Spot – Meters the area within the spot point frame at the center of the LCD to set the exposure on the
subject in the center of the monitor.
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Metering’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
Alternatively, push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. To continue within the menus:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
7. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note: An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen. This setting is saved by your
camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the camcorder’s default factory settings.
LANGUAGE MENU
You can select your camcorder’s language setting by selecting the desired language from the
Language menu.
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Language’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
Alternatively, push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
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4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. To continue within the menus:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
7. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note: This setting is saved by your camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the
camcorder’s default factory settings.
DATE/TIME MENU
When you capture an image with your camcorder, the image will include a time stamp with the date
and time that the image was taken.
The Date/Time menu allows you to set your camcorder’s date and time as desired. You can also
disable the timestamp for future images that will be taken with your camcorder.
On – The timestamp will appear on photos taken.
Off – The date stamp will not appear on photos taken.
To Enable/Disable the Timestamp:
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Date/Time’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button, or push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN, to highlight the desired
menu selection.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. To continue within the menus:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
7. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note: This setting is saved by your camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the
camcorder’s default factory settings.
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To Set the Date and Time:
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Date/Time’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button, or push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN, to highlight the ‘Date
Setup’ menu option, and then press the SET button to open the menu.
4. Scroll through the date and time menus with the RIGHT and LEFT buttons.
5. For each field in the menu, use the UP and DOWN buttons or push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN
to set the specific date and time.
6. When you have finished setting the date and time, press the SET button to save your settings
and return to the previous mode.
7. Press the MODE button to exit the date and time settings without saving your settings and return
to your previous menu screen.
AUTO POWER OFF MENU
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.
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Auto Power Off’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
Alternatively, push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. To continue within the menus:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
7. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note: This setting is saved by your camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the
camcorder’s default factory settings.
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FREQUENCY MENU
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 flickering or waves on the images taken by your camcorder.
50Hz – UK, Europe and Australia
60Hz – US, Canada and South America
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Frequency’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
Alternatively, push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. To continue within the menus:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
7. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note: This setting is saved by your camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the
camcorder’s default factory settings.
TV OUT MENU
TV Out allows you to select the TV option appropriate for you to view your captured images on your
television. See “Connecting the Camcorder to a TV” for further information on how to connect your
digital camcorder to your television.
NTSC – television and video standard used in America, Canada
PAL – television and video standard used in Europe
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘TV Out’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
Alternatively, push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
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5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. To continue within the menus:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
7. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note: This setting is saved by your camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the
camcorder’s default factory settings.
FORMAT MEMORY CARD MENU
You can use the Format Memory Card 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 will 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.
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Format Memory Card’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
Alternatively, push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. To Exit without Formatting the SD Card:
To exit without formatting the card, select ‘Cancel’ and press the SET button.
5. To Format the SD Card:
To proceed with the format, select “Yes” and press the SET button.
The SD Memory Card will be automatically formatted.
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FIRMWARE (FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS) MENU
Use this menu to view the Firmware version on your camcorder or to reset your camcorder settings to
the Factory Default Settings.
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Firmware’ menu.
3. Press the SET button to select the highlighted option ‘RESTORE Factory Settings’.
You will be asked to confirm the resetting to the factory default settings.
4. To Exit Without Resetting:
Select ‘No’ and press the SET button to exit the menu and return to the previous mode without
resetting to the default settings.
5. To Reset to the Factory Default Settings:
Select ‘Yes’ and press the SET button to proceed with the reset. ‘Setting Reset Completed’
appears on the screen and you will then automatically exit the menu and return to the previous
mode with the digital camcorder settings set to the Factory Default Settings.
Note: After RESETTING to the default settings, it is recommended to select your system Language,
Date/Time and ViviLink for Photos and Videos. If you do not, the next time your camcorder is powered
on, you will be prompted to define those settings.
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Video Playback Mode
The Playback Mode allows you to review and edit photos and videos that you’ve already taken with
you camcorder.
When you first turn on the camcorder, the camcorder will be in Video Capture mode by default.
Press the MODE button twice to open the Playback Mode.
The latest captured image appears on the LCD screen.
If there are no images stored, a message (No File) appears.
PLAYING VIDEOS ON YOUR CAMCORDER
1. Select Your Video:
Once in Playback mode, press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll through the images on your
camcorder’s memory card until you find the video you would like to view.
- The LEFT button displays the previous image.
- The RIGHT button displays the next image.
Each captured image (video and photo) is displayed on the LCD screen.
Videos appear with an ‘AVI’ icon on the top left of the LCD screen.
2. Play Your Selected Video:
Press the Shutter button to START playing the video.
Press the Shutter button again to PAUSE the video and to continue playing and pausing as
needed.
To fully STOP the video and restore the icons to the LCD, press the SET button.
While the Video is playing all the icons on the top section of the LCD disappear.
THUMBNAIL VIEW
Easily navigate and select the image 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 use the direction
buttons to scroll and select images from the thumbnails.
To access the Thumbnail View:
1. Push the Zoom lever down, W / .
2. All the images on your camcorder appear in the Thumbnail View.
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3. Press the UP, DOWN, LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the image you wish to view.
Quick Function Button
Function
UP
N/A
DOWN
N/A
LEFT
PREVIOUS - Displays the previous image.
RIGHT
NEXT - Displays the next image.
Other
Shutter
PLAY/PAUSE – Plays and pauses a playing video.
ViviLink
ViviLink - Opens the ViviLink for Videos menu.
MENU
Opens the menu options for Video Playback Mode.
MODE
Toggles between the Video Capture Mode, Photo Capture
Mode, and Playback Mode.
Exits the menu screen.
SET
STOP – Stops a playing video.
Menu View: Saves your selected option in the Menu view.
Enlarges the selected Thumbnail view image to full screen.
T
N/A
W
Opens Thumbnail View
To Navigate in the Thumbnail View: press the UP / DOWN /
LEFT / RIGHT buttons.
To select a JPG/AVI in the Thumbnail View: Highlight/select the
image and then press the SET button.
4. Press the SET button to enlarge the image full size.
5. Once the selected video is full size you can play and view the video.
VIDEO PLAYBACK MODE QUICK FUNCTION BUTTONS
Your digital camcorder has control buttons that functions as Quick Function buttons.
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VIDEO PLAYBACK MODE MENUS
The following are the menus that appear in your digital video camcorder’s Video Playback Mode:
DELETE MENU
While in the Playback mode, you can delete videos and photos from your digital camcorder through
the Delete menu.
1. After turning on your camcorder, press the MODE button twice to enter the Playback Mode.
2. Use the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the image you would like to delete.
3. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
4. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Delete’ menu.
5. Press the UP or DOWN button or push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to scroll through the menu
options.
6. To Delete the Selected Image:
To delete the selected Video use the UP or DOWN button to highlight ‘Delete This Video’ and
then press the SET button.
You will be asked to confirm your selection.
- To Delete: Select ‘Yes’ and press the SET button.
- To Exit without Deleting: Select ‘No’ and press the SET button.
7. To Delete All Images:
To delete all unlocked photos and videos use the UP or DOWN button to highlight ‘Delete All
Images’ and then press the SET button.
You will be asked to confirm your selection.
- To Delete: Select ‘Yes’ and press the SET button.
- To Exit without Deleting: Select ‘No’ and press the SET button.
Note: You can select ‘Cancel’ to exit or you can exit at any time by pressing the MODE to return to the
previous menu screen or Playback mode.
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VIVILINK MENU
The ViviLink technology allows you to quickly and easily upload your camcorder’s photos and videos
to the social networks of your choice with the accompanying Vivitar Experience™ Image Manager
application.
1. After turning on your camcorder, press the MODE button twice to enter the Playback Mode.
2. Use the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select an image.
3. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
4. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘ViviLink’ menu.
5. Press the UP or DOWN button or push the Zoom Lever UP or DOWN to highlight the desired
menu selection.
6. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
7. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
8. To continue within the menus:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
9. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note: An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen. This setting is saved by your
camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the camcorder’s default factory settings.
Remember that the ViviLink feature is deactivated by default. A ViviLink destination will only be
assigned to a photo or video if you manually set it before capturing an image in the Photo/Video
Capture Mode from the ViviLink menu, or from the ViviLink menu in Playback mode. You can use
the ViviLink button to quickly access the ViviLink menu from all modes.
Changing the ViviLink destination site will also make the selected site the new default ViviLink
option. A new default can be selected at any time through this menu.
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PROTECT/LOCK MENU
Pictures and Videos taken with your camcorder can be protected or “locked” to prevent any deletion or
alteration being made to the files.
1. After turning on your camcorder, press the MODE button twice to enter the Playback Mode.
2. Use the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select an image to lock.
3. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
4. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Protect/Lock’ menu.
5. Press the UP or DOWN button or push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to scroll through the menu
options.
6. To Lock the Selected Image:
To lock the selected video use the UP or DOWN button to highlight ‘Lock This Video’ and then
press the SET button. The image now appears in Playback Mode with the lock icon .
7. To Unlock the Selected Image:
To unlock the selected locked video use the UP or DOWN button to highlight ‘Unlock This Video’
and then press the SET button. The image now appears in Playback Mode without the lock icon.
8. To Lock All Images:
To lock all captured videos and photos use the UP or DOWN button to highlight ‘Lock All Images’
and then press the SET button. All images now appear in Playback Mode with the lock icon .
9. To Unlock All Images:
To unlock all locked videos and photos use the UP or DOWN button to highlight ‘Unlock All
Images’ and then press the SET button. The images now appear in Playback Mode without the
lock icon.
10. Press the MODE button at any time to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note:
Any image that is locked will display a lock symbol on the LCD screen when viewing that image in
the Playback mode. Images that are not locked will not display the lock symbol.
Locked images cannot be deleted. The image first needs to be unlocked then the image can be
deleted.
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Photo Capture Mode
The Photo Capture mode allows you to capture pictures with your digital camcorder.
Once the camcorder has been powered on, press the MODE button once to open the Photo Capture
Mode.
TAKING A PICTURE
1. While in Photo Capture Mode use the LCD display to direct the camcorder at the scene you
would like to capture.
2. Use the T/Zoom In and W/Zoom Out to better set the camcorder display if desired.
Push the Zoom lever up, T , to zoom in on the object.
Push the Zoom lever down, W button to zoom back out.
The following Digital Zoom Indicator appears on the right side of the LCD screen:
The Digital Zoom Indicator bar moves up when you Zoom In (T) and moves down when you
Zoom Out (W).
3. Press the Shutter button to capture your picture.
4. The photo is automatically saved to the camcorder’s SD memory card.
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PHOTO CAPTURE MODE QUICK FUNCTION BUTTONS
Quick Function Button
Function
UP: EV +
Light Exposure – Changes the Light Exposure Setting.
Press to increase the Light Exposure.
DOWN: EV -
Light Exposure – Changes the Light Exposure Setting.
Press to decrease the Light Exposure.
LEFT : Self-Timer
Self-Timer – Actives the Self-Timer options.
Press to toggle between the following options: Off, 2, 5, 10 seconds
RIGHT: Delete
Delete - Opens the ‘Delete This Photo’ option and allows you
to view and delete the last photo taken.
Other
Shutter
Captures your photo.
ViviLink
ViviLink - Opens the ViviLink for Photos menu.
MENU
Opens the menu options for Photo Capture Mode.
MODE
Toggles between the Video Capture Mode, Photo Capture
Mode, and Playback Mode.
Exits the menu screen.
SET
Photo and Video Capture Modes: Turns On/Off the LED Lights.
Menu View: Saves your selected option in the Menu view.
T
Zooms In
W
Zooms Out
Your digital camcorder has control buttons that functions as Quick Function buttons.
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PHOTO CAPTURE MODE MENUS
The following are the menus that appear in your camcorder’s Photo Capture Mode.
Note: The default settings are those marked with the selection icon .
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SCENE MENU
The Scene Menu allows you to choose scene settings that allow your camcorder to adapt properly to
your current environment.
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Scene’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
Alternatively, push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. To continue within the menus:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
7. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note: An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen. This setting is saved by your
camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the camcorder’s default factory settings.
IMAGE RESOLUTION MENU
The Image 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.
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Image Resolution’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
Alternatively, push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. To continue within the menus:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
7. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note: An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen. This setting is saved by your
camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the camcorder’s default factory settings.
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IMAGE QUALITY MENU
The Image 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.
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Image Quality’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
Alternatively, push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. To continue within the menus:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
7. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note: An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen. This setting is saved by your
camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the camcorder’s default factory settings.
SELF-TIMER MENU
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 desired Self-Timer delay, press the Shutter button on your camcorder
and position yourself in front of the camcorder as desired.
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Self-Timer’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
Alternatively, push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. To continue within the menus:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
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7. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note: An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen. This setting is saved by your
camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the camcorder’s default factory settings.
ANTI-SHAKE MENU
The Anti-Shake feature reduces image corruption that can be caused by movement of the camcorder
while capturing the image.
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Anti-Shake’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
Alternatively, push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. To continue within the menus:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
7. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note: An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen. This setting is saved by your
camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the camcorder’s default factory settings.
WHITE BALANCE MENU
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 will allow the
camcorder to properly balance the colors in the images that are taken with your camcorder.
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘White Balance’ menu.
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3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
Alternatively, push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. To continue within the menus:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
7. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note: An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen. This setting is saved by your
camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the camcorder’s default factory settings.
COLOR EFFECT MENU
You can choose to add a color effect to the images taken with your camcorder.
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Color Effect’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
Alternatively, push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. To continue within the menus:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
7. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note: This setting is saved by your camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the
camcorder’s default factory settings.
MULTI SNAPSHOTS MENU
When enabled, the Multi SnapShots feature allows you to take five rapid snapshots in a row with a
single click of the Shutter button.
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This feature can be effective when trying to capture a particular moment in a sporting event or other
scenes with quick movements.
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Multi Snapshots’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
Alternatively, push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. To continue within the menus:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
7. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note: An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen. This setting is saved by your
camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the camcorder’s default factory settings.
IMAGE SHARPNESS MENU
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.
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Image Sharpness’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
Alternatively, push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. To continue within the menus:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
7. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note: An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen. This setting is saved by your
camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the camcorder’s default factory settings.
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LIGHT EXPOSURE MENU
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.
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Light Exposure’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
Alternatively, push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. To continue within the menus:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
7. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note: An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen. This setting is saved by your
camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the camcorder’s default factory settings.
ISO MENU
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.
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘ISO’ menu.
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3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
Alternatively, push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. To continue within the menus:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
7. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note: An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen. This setting is saved by your
camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the camcorder’s default factory settings.
METERING MENU
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 – Averages the light metered from the entire frame, but giving greater weight to the subject in
the center.
Multi – Used in standard conditions the camcorder divides and adjusts the settings of the image into
several zones for light metering such as complex light conditions, position of subject, brightness,
background, direct light and scenes.
Spot – Meters the area within the spot point frame at the center of the LCD to set the exposure on the
subject in the center of the monitor.
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Metering’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
Alternatively, push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. To continue within the menus:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
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7. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note: An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen. This setting is saved by your
camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the camcorder’s default factory settings.
LANGUAGE MENU
You can select your camcorder’s language setting by selecting the desired language from the
Language menu.
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Language’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
Alternatively, push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. To continue within the menus:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
7. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note: This setting is saved by your camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the
camcorder’s default factory settings.
DATE/TIME MENU
When you capture an image with your camcorder, the image will include a time stamp with the date
and time that the image was taken.
The Date/Time menu allows you to set your camcorder’s date and time as desired. You can also
disable the timestamp for future images that will be taken with your camcorder.
On – The timestamp will appear on photos taken.
Off – The date stamp will not appear on photos taken.
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To Enable/Disable the Timestamp:
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Date/Time’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button, or push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN, to highlight the desired
menu selection.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. To continue within the menus:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
7. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note: This setting is saved by your camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the
camcorder’s default factory settings.
To Set the Date and Time:
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Date/Time’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button, or push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN, to highlight the ‘Date
Setup’ menu option, and then press the SET button to open the menu.
4. Scroll through the date and time menus with the RIGHT and LEFT buttons.
5. For each field in the menu, use the UP and DOWN buttons or push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN
to set the specific date and time.
6. When you have finished setting the date and time, press the SET button to save your settings
and return to the previous mode.
7. Press the MODE button to exit the date and time settings without saving your settings and return
to your previous menu screen.
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SILENT MODE MENU
You have the option of activating the camcorder’s Silent mode to disable all of the sound effects
(except for beeps heard during the Self-Timer countdown) that the camcorder emits when performing
camcorder functions.
Note: This does not affect the sound during video recording.
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Silent Mode’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
Alternatively, push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. To continue within the menus:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
7. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note: This setting is saved by your camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the
camcorder’s default factory settings.
AUTO POWER OFF MENU
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.
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Auto Power Off’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
Alternatively, push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
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6. To continue within the menus:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
7. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note: This setting is saved by your camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the
camcorder’s default factory settings.
FREQUENCY MENU
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 flickering or waves on the images taken by your camcorder.
50Hz – UK, Europe and Australia
60Hz – US, Canada and South America
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Frequency’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
Alternatively, push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. To continue within the menus:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
7. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note: This setting is saved by your camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the
camcorder’s default factory settings.
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TV OUT MENU
TV Out allows you to select the TV option appropriate for you to view your captured images on your
television. See “Connecting the Camcorder to a TV” for further information on how to connect your
digital camcorder to your television.
NTSC – television and video standard used in America, Canada
PAL – television and video standard used in Europe
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘TV Out’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
Alternatively, push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. To continue within the menus:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
7. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note: This setting is saved by your camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the
camcorder’s default factory settings.
FORMAT MEMORY CARD MENU
You can use the Format Memory Card 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 will 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.
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Format Memory Card’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
Alternatively, push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
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4. To Exit without Formatting the SD Card:
To exit without formatting the card, select ‘Cancel’ and press the SET button.
5. To Format the SD Card:
To proceed with the format, select “Yes” and press the SET button.
The SD Memory Card will be automatically formatted.
FIRMWARE (FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS) MENU
Use this menu to view the Firmware version on your camcorder or to reset your camcorder settings to
the Factory Default Settings.
1. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Firmware’ menu.
3. Press the SET button to select the highlighted option ‘RESTORE Factory Settings’.
You will be asked to confirm the resetting to the factory default settings.
4. To Exit Without Resetting:
Select ‘No’ and press the SET button to exit the menu and return to the previous mode without
resetting to the default settings.
5. To Reset to the Factory Default Settings:
Select ‘Yes’ and press the SET button to proceed with the reset. ‘Setting Reset Completed’
appears on the screen and you will then automatically exit the menu and return to the previous
mode with the digital camcorder settings set to the Factory Default Settings.
Note: After RESETTING to the default settings, it is recommended to select your system Language,
Date/Time and ViviLink for Photos and Videos. If you do not, the next time your camcorder is powered
on, you will be prompted to define those settings.
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Photo Playback Mode
The Playback Mode allows you to review and edit photos and videos that you’ve already taken with
you camcorder.
When you first turn on the camcorder, the camcorder will be in Video Capture mode by default.
Press the MODE button twice to open the Playback Mode.
The latest captured image appears on the LCD screen.
If there are no images stored, a message (No File) appears.
VIEWING PHOTOS ON YOUR CAMCORDER
1. Select Your Photo:
Once in Playback mode, press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll through the images on your
camcorder’s memory card until you find the video you would like to view.
- The LEFT button displays the previous image.
- The RIGHT button displays the next image.
Each captured image (video and photo) is displayed on the LCD screen.
Photos appear with a ‘JPG’ icon on the top left of the LCD screen.
2. Zooming In/Out of your Selected Photo:
Push the Zoom lever UP (T / Zoom In) to magnify the selected photo.
Use the UP / DOWN / LEFT / RIGHT buttons to navigate around the photo.
Push the Zoom lever DOWN (W / Zoom Out) zoom out of the selected photo.
Use the UP / DOWN / LEFT / RIGHT buttons to navigate around the photo.
Note: The Zoom Indicator moves up as you Zoom In and moves down as you Zoom Out. The
zoom magnification is shown below the Zoom Indicator.
THUMBNAIL VIEW
Easily navigate and select the image 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 use the direction
buttons to scroll and select images from the thumbnails.
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To access the Thumbnail View:
Quick Function Button
Function
UP
SLIDE SHOW: Views all the Photos as a Slide Show with 3, 5 or
10 second intervals. To exit the Slide Show, press any button.
Navigates within the zoomed, magnified view of a photo.
DOWN
Navigates within the zoomed, magnified view of a photo.
LEFT
PREVIOUS - Displays the previous image.
Navigates within the zoomed, magnified view of a photo.
RIGHT
NEXT - Displays the next image.
Navigates within the zoomed, magnified view of a photo.
Other
Shutter
N/A
ViviLink
ViviLink - Opens the ViviLink for Photos menu.
MENU
Opens the menu options for Photo Playback Mode.
MODE
Toggles between the Video Capture Mode, Photo Capture
Mode, and Playback Mode.
Exits the menu screen.
SET
Menu View: Saves your selected option in the Menu view.
Enlarges the selected Thumbnail view image to full screen.
T
N/A
W
Opens Thumbnail View
To Navigate in the Thumbnail View: press the UP / DOWN /
LEFT / RIGHT buttons.
To select a JPG/AVI in the Thumbnail View: Highlight/select the
image and then press the SET button.
1. Push the Zoom lever down, W / .
2. All the images on your camcorder appear in the Thumbnail View.
3. Press the UP, DOWN, LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the image you wish to view.
4. Press the SET button to enlarge the image full size.
5. Once the selected photo is full size you can Zoom In or Zoom Out of the photo.
VIDEO PLAYBACK MODE QUICK FUNCTION BUTTONS
Your digital camcorder has control buttons that functions as Quick Function buttons.
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PHOTO PLAYBACK MODE MENUS
The following are the menus that appear in your digital video camcorder’s Photo Playback Mode:
DELETE MENU
While in the Playback mode, you can delete videos and photos from your digital camcorder through
the Delete menu.
1. After turning on your camcorder, press the MODE button twice to enter the Playback Mode.
2. Use the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the image you would like to delete.
3. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
4. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Delete’ menu.
5. Press the UP or DOWN button or push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to scroll through the menu
options.
6. To Delete the Selected Image:
To delete the selected Photo use the UP or DOWN button to highlight ‘Delete This Photo’ and
then press the SET button.
You will be asked to confirm your selection.
- To Delete: Select ‘Yes’ and press the SET button.
- To Exit without Deleting: Select ‘No’ and press the SET button.
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7. To Delete All Images:
To delete all unlocked photos and videos use the UP or DOWN button to highlight ‘Delete All
Images’ and then press the SET button.
You will be asked to confirm your selection.
- To Delete: Select ‘Yes’ and press the SET button.
- To Exit without Deleting: Select ‘No’ and press the SET button.
Note: You can select ‘Cancel’ to exit or you can exit at any time by pressing the MODE to return to the
previous menu screen or Playback mode.
VIVILINK MENU
The ViviLink technology allows you to quickly and easily upload your camcorder’s photos and videos
to the social networks of your choice with the accompanying Vivitar Experience™ Image Manager
application.
1. After turning on your camcorder, press the MODE button twice to enter the Playback Mode.
2. Use the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select an image.
3. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
4. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘ViviLink’ menu.
5. Press the UP or DOWN button or push the Zoom Lever UP or DOWN to highlight the desired
menu selection.
6. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
7. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
8. To continue within the menus:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
9. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note: An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen. This setting is saved by your
camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the camcorder’s default factory settings.
Remember that the ViviLink feature is deactivated by default. A ViviLink destination will only be
assigned to a photo or video if you manually set it before capturing an image in the Photo/Video
Capture Mode from the ViviLink menu, or from the ViviLink menu in Playback mode. You can use
the ViviLink button to quickly access the ViviLink menu from all modes.
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Changing the ViviLink destination site will also make the selected site the new default ViviLink
option. A new default can be selected at any time through this menu.
ROTATE MENU
Use this menu to rotate the pictures that you’ve taken with your camcorder.
1. After turning on your camcorder, press the MODE button twice to enter the Playback Mode.
2. Use the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select an image.
3. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
4. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Rotate’ menu.
5. Press the UP or DOWN button or push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to scroll through the menu
options.
6. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
7. The selected picture now appears rotated in the Playback mode. The rotated photo is saved as a
new, separate photo.
CROP IMAGE MENU
You can select an area of a picture and crop it on your camcorder with the Crop feature.
1. After turning on your camcorder, press the MODE button twice to enter the Playback Mode.
2. Use the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select an image.
3. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
4. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Crop’ menu.
5. Press the UP or DOWN button or push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to scroll through the menu
options:
6. To Crop a Photo:
- Select ‘Crop’ then press the SET button to open the ‘Crop’ view.
- The blue crop box appears on the selected picture.
- Use the Zoom lever W/T Zoom buttons to enlarge or shrink the Crop box.
- Use the UP / DOWN / LEFT / RIGHT buttons to move the Crop box and define the desired
crop area.
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- When you are ready to crop, press the Shutter button.
When you see the cropped picture appear, press the Shutter button again to save or press
the SET button to cancel and return to the previous menu.
- If you selected to save, the cropped picture is now saved as a new picture to your memory
card.
7. To Exit without Cropping:
Select the “Cancel” option and press the SET button to exit the menu and return to the previous
mode.
PROTECT/LOCK MENU
Pictures and Videos taken with your camcorder can be protected or “locked” to prevent any deletion or
alteration being made to the files.
1. After turning on your camcorder, press the MODE button twice to enter the Playback Mode.
2. Use the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select an image to lock.
3. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
4. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Protect/Lock’ menu.
5. Press the UP or DOWN button or push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to scroll through the menu
options.
6. To Lock the Selected Image:
To lock the selected photo use the UP or DOWN button to highlight ‘Lock This Photo’ and then
press the SET button. The image now appears in Playback Mode with the lock icon .
7. To Unlock the Selected Image:
To unlock the selected locked photo use the UP or DOWN button to highlight ‘Unlock This Photo’
and then press the SET button. The image now appears in Playback Mode without the lock icon.
8. To Lock All Images:
To lock all captured videos and photos use the UP or DOWN button to highlight ‘Lock All Images’
and then press the SET button. All images now appear in Playback Mode with the lock icon .
9. To Unlock All Images:
To unlock all locked videos and photos use the UP or DOWN button to highlight ‘Unlock All
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Images’ and then press the SET button. The images now appear in Playback Mode without the
lock icon.
10. Press the MODE button at any time to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note:
Any image that is locked will display a lock symbol on the LCD screen when viewing that image in
the Playback mode. Images that are not locked will not display the lock symbol.
Locked images cannot be deleted. The image first needs to be unlocked then the image can be
deleted.
PRINT THIS PHOTO MENU
You can use the Print This Photo menu to print the photos that are on your camcorder directly to a
Pictbridge compatible printer.
1. After turning on your camcorder, press the MODE button twice to enter the Playback Mode.
2. Use the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select an image to print.
3. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
4. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Print This Photo’ menu.
5. Press the UP or DOWN button or push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to scroll through the menu
options.
6. To Print the Selected Photo:
- Select the “Print This Photo” option and then press the SET button to print the selected photo.
- You will be asked to connect the camcorder to the Pictbridge printer.
- Connect the USB cable provided in the package from the camcorder to the Pictbridge port of
the printer.
- Once connected, follow the instructions on the printer to proceed with the printing process.
7. To Exit without Printing:
Select the “Cancel” option and press the SET button to exit the menu and return to the previous
mode.
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SLIDE SHOW MENU
You can view a Slide Show of all the pictures taken with your camcorder by pressing the UP Quick
Function button while in Playback mode.
The Slide Show menu allows you to set the interval length of time that each picture will display during
the Slide Show.
1. After turning on your camcorder, press the MODE button twice to enter the Playback Mode.
2. Select a photo and press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Slide Show’ menu.
4. Press the UP or DOWN button or push the Zoom lever UP or DOWN to scroll through the menu
options.
5. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
6. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
7. To continue within the menus:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
8. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Note:
This setting is saved by your camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the
camcorder’s default factory settings.
While in Playback mode, press the UP Quick Function button to initiate the slide show.
Press any button to exit the Slide Show and return to the previous mode.
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Connecting the Camcorder to a TV
The camcorder has an AV port to use your larger TV screen in place of the camcorder’s LCD screen.
On plugging the supplied TV-out cable to the camcorder’s AV out jack, the LCD screen turns blank.
Use the camcorder as you would normally to capture and playback photos and videos. The images will
appear on the TV instead of on the LCD screen. The only limitation of using the TV screen is that the
camcorder is connected to the television and is now not portable.
CONNECTING TO A TV WITH THE AV CABLE
1. Connect the supplied AV cable from your camcorder to your TV:
- Connect the smaller, black end of the cable to the camcorder’s USB port.
- Connect the yellow jack into the TV – Video port.
- Connect the white jack into the TV – Audio port. Connect the camcorder to a TV via the TV-out
cable (supplied).
2. Power on the TV and the camcorder, and then set the TV to “AV” mode.
3. Make sure the camcorder is set to the correct TV Output setting.
Set the TV format on the camcorder to suit the TV format of your TV set (NTSC or PAL).
In the camcorder’s ‘TV Out’ Menu, select the appropriate TV format.
4. When the camcorder is set to Video or Photo Capture Mode, you can preview the scene you
want to record on the TV screen and view the recording live on the TV.
5. When the camcorder is set to Playback Mode, you can review all of your captured photos and
videos on the TV as you would on the camcorder.
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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. WINDOWS OS: 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. MACINTOSH OS: 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 camera. Click
the “How to transfer photos and videos from my camera to my computer” button for instructions.
5. If you have Internet access, the “Choose your language” window opens, choose your language
and click “Next” to open the next window.
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6. Select your camera model from the list and click “Next” to open the next window.
7. Click “Next” to confirm your camera 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.
WINDOWS OS and MACINTOSH OS: Click the “I accept the terms of this license agreement”
and then click “Next” to continue.
10. WINDOWS OS 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.
12. WINDOWS OS: Click the “Close” button when the installation is complete. The application will
automatically open.
MACINTOSH OS: Click the “Quit” button when the installation is complete. Click the “Launch
Vivitar Experience Image Manager” to open the application.
13. If you close the application you can run the Vivitar Experience™ Image Manager from the
Programs (PC) or Application (Mac) menu on your computer.
Connecting the Camcorder to the Computer
1. Use the supplied USB cable to connect your camcorder to your computer.
2. Power the camcorder on.
3. The first time you connect the device to the computer you will have to wait a few seconds until the
computer recognizes the device.
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Getting Photos and Videos from the Camcorder to the Computer
An SD card needs to be inserted. 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 camera (removable disk) from the device window. If your camera 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 camera 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, Twitter, 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 Guide’
from the Help menu or click the “Take a Tour” button on the application’s Home screen.
Transferring Images from the Camcorder to the Computer Manually
TRANSFERRING PHOTOS AND VIDEOS: WINDOWS OS
1. Use the supplied USB cable to connect your camcorder to your computer.
2. MSDC 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. MSDC appears on the LCD.
3. The camera’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 PHOTOS AND VIDEOS: APPLE IPAD
NOTE: Please check your device packaging for compatibility with the iPad.
APPLE IPAD CAMERA 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 Camera Connector:
Plug the Camera Connector into the dock connector port on your iPad, then attach your digital
camera using a USB cable (included) to the Camera Connector.
NOTE: iPad Camera 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 camera's Micro SD Memory
card into the slot to import photos and videos directly from your camera'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 allows
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 camera
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.
Do not use your camcorder in wet or moist conditions.
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.
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 not 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
support@vivitar.com 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 camera powers off before you upload them to the computer the photos are not
stored in the camera’s memory. These photos should be uploaded quickly before the camera 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 camera requires an SD card for normal use. If the camera 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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