DVR 988HD
WiFi Action Camera
Dual Lens 360° View
User Manual
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CONTENTS
Introduction .................................................................................................................................. 2
What’s Included ............................................................................................................................ 4
Parts of the Camera ..................................................................................................................... 5
Initial Setup .................................................................................................................................. 6
CHARGING THE BATTERY ............................................................................................................................................................. 6
INSTALLING THE MICRO SD MEMORY CARD ..................................................................................................................................... 7
POWERING ON – OFF / POWER SAVE............................................................................................................................................. 8
USING THE CAMERA................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Main Camera Modes .................................................................................................................... 9
Camera Mounts and Accessories ............................................................................................... 10
WIRELESS REMOTE .................................................................................................................................................................. 10
ASSEMBLING THE BICYCLE MOUNT .............................................................................................................................................. 11
ASSEMBLING THE HELMET MOUNT .............................................................................................................................................. 11
USING THE TRIPOD .................................................................................................................................................................. 12
Using Your Action Camera ......................................................................................................... 13
POWERING ON YOUR CAMERA ................................................................................................................................................... 13
CHANGING CAMERA MODE ....................................................................................................................................................... 13
Vivitar Experience Image Manager Software ............................................................................. 14
COMPUTER SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................................................................ 14
INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE – USING THE CD ROM ......................................................................................................................... 15
INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE – USING THE ONLINE LINK ..................................................................................................................... 16
CONNECTING THE CAMERA TO THE COMPUTER ............................................................................................................................... 17
GETTING VIDEOS FROM THE CAMERA TO THE COMPUTER .................................................................................................................. 18
GETTING STARTED! .................................................................................................................................................................. 19
TRANSFERRING IMAGES MANUALLY FROM THE CAMERA TO THE COMPUT ER........................................................................................... 19
Camera Maintenance ................................................................................................................. 21
MEMORY CARD MAINTENANCE .................................................................................................................................................. 21
DEVICE MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................................................................. 22
Sakar Warranty Card .................................................................................................................. 23
Technical Support ....................................................................................................................... 24
Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................... 24
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Vivitar DVR 988D HD Wi-Fi Action Cam with Dual Lens 360° View.
Everything you need to take high definition digital videos and photos is included with your
camera.
This unique, ultraportable camera design is adapted specifically for this camera and can be used
to capture special moments in many different environments.
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 camera.
NOTE:
Your digital action camera supports a Class 6 or higher Micro SD card with a capacity
expansion up to 32GB.
In order to use your digital action camera normally, please insert the Micro SD Memory
card before use. Please format the Micro SD Memory Card before first use.
Micro SD Memory cards are not included and need to be purchased separately.
This camera is a plug and play device. You can download the pictures and videos without
the software by directly accessing the camera’s memory card from your computer. We
would however recommend that you install the Vivitar Experience Image Manager
software to enjoy the full Vivitar experience.
What’s Included
4. Bicycle Mount
5. Helmet Mount with 3M Sticker
NOTE:
Class 6- Class 10 Micro SD Memory Card (up to 32GB) needed for normal use.
Micro SD Memory Card not included.
Parts of the Camera
4. Power Indicator (red) /
Charging Indicator (blue)
10. Interface Cover (USB/TF)
13. Hand Strap Connector Hole
Initial Setup
The battery level is full.
The battery level is half.
The battery level is low, indicating to prepare for recharging
the built-in lithium battery.
The battery level is empty.
Once the empty battery icon flashes on the LCD, this
indicates that the battery level is completely exhausted and
the camera automatically turns off after approximately 30
seconds. Please fully recharge the battery.
CHARGING THE BATTERY
The camera includes a built-in lithium battery.
Use the supplied USB cable for camera charging.
Connect the USB cable from the camera to a power source, such as to the USB port of your
computer.
While charging, the indicator light appears blue and remains on.
Once the camera is fully charged, the indicator light turns off.
NOTE:
If using an adapter for charging, check the output power before use to ensure it is within
5V/0.5A ~ 5V/2.0A.
While the device is charging it cannot be used to capture images.
Make sure the camera is powered off when recharging.
BATTERY INDICATOR:
INSTALLING THE MICRO SD MEMORY CARD
Make sure to install a High Speed Class 6 or higher Micro SD Memory card.
A Micro SD Card must be inserted into the camera as shown below before use.
Micro SD Memory card not included.
INSTALLING THE MEMORY CARD:
To properly insert the Micro SD Card, follow the instructions below:
1. Power off the camera.
2. Insert the Micro SD Card into the Micro SD Card slot in the direction as shown above.
3. Gently press the Micro SD Card until you hear a slight clicking sound. This indicates the
memory card has been inserted correctly.
4. To remove the card, gently press on the edge of the card to release it and pull the card out.
IMPORTANT:
Please power the camera off before inserting or taking out the memory card.
If the card is inserted or removed while the camera's power is on, it may damage the card
and/or any recorded data. Always confirm that the power is off before inserting the card into
the camera.
Make sure there is room on the Micro SD Memory Card for additional images. If the Micro SD
Memory Card is full, additional images will not be added to the memory card.