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DVR 993HD

Digital Camcorder

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction ................................................................................................................................ 3

What’s Included ......................................................................................................................... 4

Parts of the Camcorder .............................................................................................................. 5

Initial Camcorder Setup ............................................................................................................. 5

Main Camcorder Modes .......................................................................................................... 11

Camcorder Technical Specifications ........................................................................................ 12

Computer System Requirements ............................................................................................. 13

Using Your Digital Camcorder .................................................................................................. 14

Changing Camcorder Mode ..................................................................................................... 15

Navigating the Menus .............................................................................................................. 15

Camcorder Features: ViviLink, LED Light, Display .................................................................. 16

Video Capture Mode ................................................................................................................ 18

Video Playback Mode .............................................................................................................. 32

Photo Capture Mode................................................................................................................ 39

Photo Playback Mode ................................................................................................ .............. 56

Connecting the Digital Camcorder to a TV or HDTV ................................................................ 64

Installing the Software ............................................................................................................. 66

Connecting the Camcorder to the Computer ........................................................................... 68

Getting Photos and Videos from your Camcorder to Your Computer....................................... 68

Get Started! ............................................................................................................................. 69

Transferring Images from the Camera to the Computer Manually ........................................... 70

Camcorder Maintenance ......................................................................................................... 71

Sakar Warranty Card ............................................................................................................... 72

Technical Support .................................................................................................................... 73

Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................... 73

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.

IMPORTANT:

 SD MEMORY CARD:

- A Class 4 SD card or higher is required.

- Most SD cards have a symbol with a “C” and a number within. Make sure the number

inside is a 4 or higher, .

- Your digital camcorder supports a Class 4 SD Memory Card - up to 32GB.

- In order to use your digital camcorder normally, it is strongly recommended to insert the

SD Memory card before use.

- Class 4 SD Memory cards are not included and need to be purchased separately.

 PLUG AND PLAY:

This digital camcorder is a plug and play device. You can download the pictures and videos captured by your digital 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 with Lens Cover

2. USB cable

3. TV Cable

4. Vivitar Experience Image Manager Software Installation CD

5. Lens Cover Strap

6. Lithium Battery

7. AC Charger

8. Hand Strap (not shown)

Note: SD Memory Card not included.

Parts of the Camcorder

1. Power Button

13. Shutter Button

2. Display Button

14. HDMI Port

3. MENU Button

15. USB Port

4. MODE Button

16. Speaker (on the side)

5. Self Timer / Left Button

17. LCD Screen

6. Exposure (EV -) / Down Button

18. Lens

7. Set (OK) / LED Light On-Off / Slide Show Button

19. LED Light

8. Delete / Right Button

20. Lens Cover

9. Exposure (EV +) / Up Button

21. Microphone

10. LED Light Indicator

22. Tripod Mount

11. Battery Compartment

23. SD Memory Card Slot

12. Zoom In / Zoom Out Button

24. AV Out

Initial Camcorder Setup

INSTALLING AND CHARGING THE BATTERY

INSTALLING THE MEMORY CARD

 Charge before using your camcorder for the

first time.

 To Charge the Lithium Battery:

1. Power off the camcorder.

2. Make sure the battery is inserted correctly.

3. Connect the camcorder using the supplied

USB cable to the computer’s USB port or to

the AC Charger (which is then inserted into a standard wall socket).

4. Allow the battery to charge for at least 3 hours before using the first time.

5. The charge light will turn off when the battery is fully charged.

 Insert SD Memory card (up to 32GB)

before use.

 Important: You must use a Class 4 SD

card or higher SD card only.

TURNING ON THE CAMCORDER

USING THE CAMCORDER

POWERING THE DIGITAL CAMCORDER ON

1. LITHIUM BATTERY: Install and Charge the Lithium Battery.

 Make sure the lithium battery has been charged and inserted properly.

 To charge the lithium battery:

- Connect the USB cable (supplied) to camcorder and the other end of the cable either

to your computer USB slot or to the supplied AC Adapter (which you then plug into an electrical outlet).

- The charge light will turn off when battery is fully charged.

Note:

 Some camera features will not work if the battery power level is low.  When the battery power is empty the battery icon turns red and ‘Low Battery’

flashes on the LCD screen several times. The camcorder automatically turns off a few seconds later.

 The energy status of the power is displayed on LCD as shown below:

Full battery power Medium battery power Low battery power

2. SD MEMORY CARD: Install the SD Memory Card Make sure a Class 4 (or higher) SD card (up to 32GB) has been properly inserted into your camera. SD card not included. IMPORTANT: You must use only a Class 4 SDHC Memory card or higher.  To properly insert the SD Card:

- Push the SD card into the slot in the direction as shown by the SD card icon on the camera. 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.

Note:

 After the camera is powered on, the SD icon will appear on the LCD display. If you

do not see the SD icon on the display, please check if the card was inserted properly.

 Make sure the SD card is not locked (check the lock switch on the side of the SD card).

If the SD card is locked this will prevent the camera from saving captured photos to the SD card.

3. POWER ON THE CAMERA:

Flip open the LCD screen and press the POWER button , located on the inside wall, to turn on the digital camcorder.

CAMERA SETTINGS: INITIAL SETUP

When powering the digital camcorder ON for the first time the digital camcorder will take you through the initial setup.

Setting the Language

1. You will first be prompted to select a language for the camcorder. The Language selection menu will appear. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the language of your choice and press the OK 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 Camcorder Setup?” Select “Yes” to continue or “No” to exit the setup.

Note:

If you select “Cancel” 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 using 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. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to specify the time or date. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to move to the next setting.

2. Press the SET button to confirm the selection and move to the next part of the camcorder setup.

Setting the ViviLink Default Option

Next you will be asked to “Confirm ViviLink Photo and Video Social Network site” 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 or 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 or 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.

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.

Camcorder Technical Specifications

Image Sensor

CMOS Sensor

Image Resolution

(16M) 4640 x 3480 pixels, (14MP) 4352 x 3267 pixels, (12M) 4032 x 3024 pixels, (10M) 3648 x 2736 pixels, (8MP) 3264 x 2448 pixels, (7MP HD) 3648 x 2048 pixels, (5MP) 2592 x 1944 pixels, (3MP) 2048 x 1536 pixels (default), (2MP HD) 1920 x 1080 pixels and (VGA) 640 x 480 pixels

Video Resolution

(FHD) 1440 x 1080, (HD) 1280 x 720 (default), (VGA) 640X480 pixels (30 fps), (QVGA) 320X240 pixels (30 fps)

File Format

JPEG (Photo), MOV (Video)

External Memory

Class 4 (or higher) SDHC Memory card (up to 32GB)

Internal Memory

One test photo (3MP resolution setting)

LCD Display

2.7 Inch TFT

Lens

f =5~50mm, F2.8~4.8

Zoom

10X Optical Zoom

Exposure

-3.0EV ~ +3.0EV

White Balance

Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent, Incandescent

Scene

Auto, Scenery, Portrait, Night Scenery, Night Portrait, High Sensitivity, Beach

Color Effect

Standard, Sepia, Monochrome, Vivid

Anti-Shake

Yes

Face Detect (Photo only)

Yes

Microphone

Yes

Speaker

Yes

Self-Timer

2, 5 or 10 second delay

Multi Snapshots (Burst)

Yes

Language

English, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Russian, French

Interface

USB 2.0 High Speed

System Requirements

Windows XP SP3, Vista SP1 or Windows 7/ Mac OSX 10.5.x and above

Battery

Lithium-ion Rechargeable Battery (supplied)

Working Temperature

0~40C

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 Mac OS X v10.5.x or later  1 GB RAM, 250 MB available hard disk space  Display: 1024 x 768 or higher-resolution monitor  QuickTime® 6 or higher  CD-ROM Drive  Internet connection required

Note: Make sure the latest compatible Adobe® Flash® Player is installed on your computer.

Using Your Digital Camcorder

 Make sure the rechargeable lithium battery is fully charged before the first use.  Make sure a proper SD card has been inserted correctly into your camcorder.

Please see Initial Camcorder Setup for more information.

POWERING THE CAMCORDER ON

Press the POWER button to turn your camcorder ON.

 After powering on, the camcorder emits a sound and the LED light turns on briefly.  The LCD screen turns on with your camcorder in Video Capture Mode to start.

POWERING THE CAMCORDER OFF

While the camcorder is on, you can press the POWER button again at any point to turn your camcorder OFF. You will see a “Goodbye” splash screen and then the camcorder will

power off completely.

Note: 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 on and 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.

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 displays on the top-left corner of the LCD display.

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

When in Playback Mode, this icon displays on the top-left corner of the LCD display.

Navigating the Menus

Each camcorder mode has menus that show the settings and options specific to that mode. To access the menu:

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 the desired menu option.

4. Press the SET (OK) button to select and confirm the highlighted menu option.

5. If the selection can be remembered by the digital video camcorder, a selection icon appears to the right of the selected menu option. Changes made to these options remain

until you change them again at a later time. Some menu options are single-use functions that are not remembered by the digital video camcorder and do not display the selection icon when selected.

6. 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.

Camcorder Features: ViviLink, LED Light, 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

1. Press the MENU button to open the menu options.

2. Press the RIGHT or LEFT button to select the ‘ViviLink’ menu.

3. Select a ViviLink option and press SET to save your selection.

4. Press the MODE button to return to Photo/Video Capture Mode.

5. Your selected ViviLink destination appears as an icon on the LCD screen and your camera 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.

1. Select an image.

2. Press the MENU button to open the menu options.

3. Press the RIGHT or LEFT button to select the ‘ViviLink’ menu.

4. Select a ViviLink option and press SET to save your selection.

5. Press the MODE button to return to Playback Mode.

6. Your selected ViviLink destination appears as an icon on the image.

LED LIGHT

To increase the lighting in dark situations while capturing videos and photos, use the LED Flash Light on the front of the camcorder below the lens.

LED ON:

Press the SET button to activate the LED Lights.

LED OFF:

Press the SET button again to turn off the LED Lights.

HIDE/SHOW THE LCD ICONS

The display of the icons on the LCD screen can be hidden or visible as desired.

1. Press the DISP (Display) button to hide the display of the icons on the screen.

2. Press the DISP button again to place the camcorder in standby mode. The LCD screen turns black.

3. Press the DISP button again to redisplay the icons on the screen.

Video Capture Mode

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

TAKING A VIDEO

1. Selecting the Scene with the LCD Display: While in Video Capture mode, use the LCD display to direct the camcorder at the scene you would like to capture.

2. Zoom Options: Use the Zoom feature to better set the camcorder display if desired. Push the Zoom lever up towards the T (Telephoto) to Zoom In. Push the Zoom lever down towards the W (Wide) to Zoom Out.

3. Capturing the Video:

 Press the Shutter button to START the video capture.  You will see a red blinking icon at the top of the LCD indicating that the recording is in

progress.

 The elapsed video record time is shown as you record at the top right corner on the LCD

screen.

 To STOP the video record, press the Shutter button again.

4. The video is automatically saved to the SD Memory card.

Note: Once you have finished recording, the total time you have left for recording additional

video as per the camcorder settings is shown at the top right corner on the LCD screen.

VIDEO CAPTURE MODE QUICK FUNCTION BUTTONS

Button

Function

Right

Delete

Opens the Delete menu to the ‘Delete This Video?’ option

Left

No Function in Video Mode

EV + Up

Light Exposure (-3.0EV ~ +3.0EV)

Increases the Light Exposure +

EV - Down

Light Exposure (-3.0EV ~ +3.0EV)

Reduces the Light Exposure -

SET

 LED Light

Turns the LED Flash Light On / Off

 MENU: SAVE SELECTION

Selects and saves your chosen menu option.

Shutter

VIDEO CAPTURE: START/STOP

Starts and stops the video capture.

Opens the Menu options for Video Capture Mode. To navigate through the Menus, use the UP/DOWN/LEFT/RIGHT direction control buttons.

MODE

 MODE SELECTION

Toggles between the Photo Capture Mode, Video Capture Mode and Playback Mode.

 Exits the menu screen.

Zooms In

Zooms Out

Your digital camcorder has a four-directional pad that functions as Quick Function buttons.

Other

VIDEO CAPTURE MODE MENUS

The following are the menus that appear in your digital video camcorder’s Video Capture Mode:

Note:

 The selection icons appearing above indicate the default setting.  Once you change a setting, the setting is saved by your camcorder until you manually

change the setting or restore the default factory settings.

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.

4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option. A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option: Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.

6. To exit the menu view: Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen.

Image Size Menu

The ‘Image Size’ menu allows you to choose the desired size of the images taken by your digital video 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.

4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option. A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option: Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.

6. To exit the menu view: Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen.

Quality Menu

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

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 ‘Quality’ menu.

3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.

4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option. A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option: Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.

6. To exit the menu view: Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen.

ViviLink for Videos 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. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.

2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘ViviLink for Videos’ menu.

3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.

4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option. A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option: Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.

6. To exit the menu view: Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen.

Note: The ‘None’ selected option does not appear with an icon.

7. 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 from this menu. 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 using this menu.

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.

4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option. A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option: Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.

6. To exit the menu view: Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.

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.

4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option. A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option: Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.

6. To exit the menu view: Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen.

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.

4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option. A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option: Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.

6. To exit the menu view: Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.

Image Sharpness Menu

‘Image Sharpness’ sets the level of sharpness in the images taken with your digital video 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.

4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option. A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option: Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.

6. To exit the menu view: Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen.

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.

Note: The Light Exposure setting can also be quickly activated by simply pressing the UP (EV +) or DOWN (EV-) button while in Capture 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 ‘Light Exposure’ menu.

3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.

4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option. A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option: Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.

6. To exit the menu view: Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen.

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.

4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option. A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option: Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.

6. To exit the menu view: Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen.

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.

4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option. A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option: Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.

6. To exit the menu view: Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen.

Language Menu

You can select your digital video 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.

4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option. A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option: Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.

6. To exit the menu view: Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.

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 to highlight a specific option.

4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option. A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option: Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.

6. To exit the menu view: Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen.

To Set the Date and Time:

1. Highlight the ‘Date Setup’ menu option.

1. Press the SET button to select and confirm and enter the ‘Date Setup’ option.

2. The ‘Date Setup’ submenu is displayed on the LCD screen.

3. Scroll through the window using the RIGHT and LEFT buttons. For each field in the menu,

use the UP and DOWN buttons to set the specific time and date.

4. Once you have completed setting the time and date, press the SET button to save your

settings and return to the current mode.

5. If you would like to exit the Date/Time menu without changing the settings, press the MODE

button at any time to exit the menu and return to your previous 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 digital video 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.

4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option. A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option: Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.

6. To exit the menu view: Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.

Frequency Menu

The options in the ‘Frequency’ menu represent the frequency of the electrical current in fluorescent lighting sources in your locale. If your digital video 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 digital video 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.

4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.

A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option: Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.

6. To exit the menu view: Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.

TV Mode Menu

The ‘TV Mode’ menu allows you to select the TV option appropriate for you to view your captured images on 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 Mode’ menu.

3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.

4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option. A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option: Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.

6. To exit the menu view: Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.

Format Memory Menu

You can use the ‘Format Memory’ menu to delete all of the content that is currently on your digital video camcorder’s SD Memory card.

 Keep in mind that formatting the memory card will permanently delete all of the content

on your digital video camcorder’s memory card.

 This option can only delete ALL of the content at one time.

 If you would like to delete individual images, use the Delete menu in the digital video

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’ menu.

3. You are asked: “Are you sure you want to delete all media on the card?”

4. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight the desired menu option: ‘Yes’ or ‘Cancel’.

5. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option:

- CANCEL: To exit without formatting the SD Memory Card, select ‘Cancel’ and press the SET button.

- YES (FORMAT): To proceed with the format, select ‘Yes’ and press the SET button. You will be asked to confirm the formatting of the memory card.

• Select ‘No’ and press the SET button to exit without formatting.

• Select ‘Yes’ and press the SET button to begin the format.

The memory card will be completely formatted.

6. Press the MODE button at any time to exit the menu and return to the previous screen.

Firmware Settings (Restore Factory Settings) Menu

Use this menu to view the Firmware version on your digital video 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. The ‘Restore Factory Setting’ option is automatically selected.

4. Press the SET button to reset the camera to the Factory Default Settings. You will be asked to confirm the resetting to the Factory Default Settings.

- CANCEL: Select ‘No’ and press the SET button to exit the menu and return to the previous mode without resetting to the default settings.

- RESET: Select ‘Yes’ and press the SET button to proceed with the reset.

You will then automatically exit the menu and return to the previous mode with the 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.

Video Playback Mode

The Playback Mode allows you to review and edit photos and videos that you’ve already captured with your 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 DIGITAL VIDEO CAMCORDER

1. Selecting 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.

- Press the LEFT button to display the previous image.

- Press the RIGHT button to display the next image.

 Each captured image (video and photo) is displayed on the LCD screen.  Videos appear with a ‘MOV’ icon on the top left section of the LCD screen.

2. Playing 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.

Note: While the video is playing all the icons on the top section of the LCD disappear.

THUMBNAIL VIEW

Press the Zoom lever down towards the W/Zoom Out to display your captured images in Thumbnail View. The images (videos and photos) on your camcorder will be displayed in a 3 X 3 matrix where you can scroll and select images from the thumbnails.

1. Press the W/Zoom Out button.

All the images on your camcorder will appear in the Thumbnail View.

2. Use the UP / DOWN / LEFT / RIGHT buttons to scroll and select the image you wish to

view.

3. Press the SET button to enlarge the selected image full size.

4. Once the video is full size you can play and view the video.

VIDEO PLAYBACK MODE QUICK FUNCTION BUTTONS

Button

Function

Right

- Displays the NEXT image

- Navigates in Thumbnail View

Left

- Displays the PREVIOUS image

- Navigates in Thumbnail View

Navigates in Thumbnail View

Down

Navigates in Thumbnail View

SET

- STOPS Video Playback

- Enlarges selected photo from Thumbnail size to regular size.

- MENU: SAVE SELECTION Selects and saves your chosen menu option.

Shutter

PLAYS and PAUSES Video Playback

W / Zoom Out

Opens the Thumbnail View

Opens the Menu options for Playback Mode. To navigate through the Menus, use the UP/DOWN/LEFT/RIGHT direction control buttons.

MODE

 MODE SELECTION

Toggles between the Photo Capture Mode, Video Capture Mode and Playback Mode.

 Exits the menu screen.

Your digital camcorder has a four-directional pad that functions as Quick Function buttons.

Other:

VIDEO PLAYBACK MODE MENUS

The following menu appears in your digital video camcorder’s Video Playback Mode:

Delete Menu

While in the Playback Mode, you can delete captured videos and photos from your camcorder through the ‘Delete’ menu.

1. Select the video you would like to delete.

2. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.

3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Delete’ menu.

4. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option. To delete the selected video: Select “Delete This Video?” and press the SET button. You will be asked to confirm the deletion of the video.

 If you would like to proceed with deleting the current image, select ‘Yes’ and press the

SET button to confirm. The video will be deleted and you will exit the menu and return to the Playback Mode.

 If you do not want to delete the current image, select ‘No’ and press the SET button.

The video will not be deleted and you will exit the menu and return to the Playback

Mode. To delete all the images (videos and photos) you have saved on your SD Memory card: Select ‘Delete All Images’ and press the SET button.

 If you would like to proceed with deleting all the videos and photos, select ‘Yes’ and

press the SET button to confirm.

All of your images will be permanently deleted.

A blank ‘No Files Exist’ screen will appear.

Press the MODE button to exit the ‘No Files Exist’ screen.

Remember: All images will be deleted except images that are Protected/Locked. To

delete a locked image, first unlock the image, then select delete.

 If you do not want to delete all of your videos and photos, select ‘No’ and press the SET

button. All images will remain on your SD card and you will exit the menu and return to

the Playback mode.

ViviLink for Videos 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. Select the video you to which you would like to add a ViviLink.

2. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.

3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘ViviLink for Videos’ menu.

4. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.

5. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.

6. A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

7. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option: 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:

 An icon appears on the image with the selected ViviLink destination site when you return to

the Playback display.

 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 from this menu or from the ViviLink menu in Capture mode (accessible from the ViviLink menu option in Capture mode).

 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.

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. View the video you would like to protect/lock.

2. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.

3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Protect/Lock’ menu.

4. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.

To Lock the Selected Image: To lock the selected image 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 .

To Unlock the Selected Image: To unlock the selected locked image 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. 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 .

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, indicating they are not locked.

5. Press the MODE button at any time to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.

Note:

 Any image that is locked displays a lock symbol on the LCD screen when viewing that

image in the Playback Mode. Videos that are not locked do not display the lock symbol.

 Remember that you cannot delete videos or photos while they are locked.

Photo Capture Mode

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

TAKING A PICTURE

1. Selecting the Scene with the LCD Display: While in Photo Capture mode, use the LCD display to direct the camcorder at the scene you would like to capture.

3. Capturing the Photo: Press the Shutter button to take the picture.

The picture is automatically saved to the camcorder’s internal memory (limit one photo, 3MP)

or SD memory card.

PHOTO CAPTURE MODE QUICK FUNCTION BUTTONS

Button

Function

Right

Delete

Opens the Delete menu to the ‘Delete This Photo?’ option

Left

Self-Timer

Toggles between the Self-Timer Options: 2 seconds, 5 seconds, 10 seconds, Off

EV + Up

Light Exposure (-3.0EV ~ +3.0EV)

Increases the Light Exposure +

EV- Down

Light Exposure (-3.0EV ~ +3.0EV)

Reduces the Light Exposure -

SET

 LED Light

Turns the LED Flash Light On / Off

 MENU: SAVE SELECTION

Selects and saves your chosen menu option.

Shutter

PHOTO CAPTURE:

Captures your photo.

Opens the Menu options for Photo Capture Mode. To navigate through the Menus, use the UP/DOWN/LEFT/RIGHT direction control buttons.

MODE

 MODE SELECTION

Toggles between the Photo Capture Mode, Video Capture Mode and Playback Mode.

 Exits the menu screen.

Zooms In

Zooms Out

Your digital camcorder has a four-directional pad that functions as Quick Function buttons.

Other

PHOTO CAPTURE MODE MENUS

The following are the menus that appear in your digital video camcorder’s Photo Capture Mode:

Note:

 The selection icons appearing above indicate the default setting.  Once you change a setting, the setting is saved by your camcorder until you manually

change the setting or restore the default factory settings.

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.

4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option. A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option: Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.

6. To exit the menu view: Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen.

Image Resolution Menu

The ‘Image Resolution’ menu allows you to choose the desired size of the images taken by your

digital video 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.

4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option. A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option: Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.

6. To exit the menu view: Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen.

Quality 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 ‘Quality’ menu.

3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.

4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option. A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option: Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.

6. To exit the menu view: Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen.

ViviLink for Photos 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. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.

2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘ViviLink for Photos’ menu.

3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.

4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option. A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option: Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.

6. To exit the menu view: Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen.

Note: The ‘None’ selected option does not appear with an icon.

Self-Timer Menu

The Self-Timer menu allows you to set a delay between the time that the digital 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 like to be in the picture yourself. Just set the desired Self-Timer delay, press the Shutter button and position yourself in front of the digital camcorder as desired. Beeping sounds will indicate the countdown until the photo is taken - according to the time you have selected: 2 seconds, 5 seconds, or 10 seconds.

Note: The Self-Timer can also be quickly activated by simply pressing the LEFT button.

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.

4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option. A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option: Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.

6. To exit the menu view: Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen.

Note: The Self-Timer setting remains until you manually change the feature to ‘Off’. No icon appears on the LCD screen when the Self-Timer is set to ‘Off’.

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.

4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option. A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option: Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.

6. To exit the menu view: Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen.

Face Detect Menu

The Face Detect feature when set to ‘On’ allows the camcorder to use a subject’s face as the

basis for balancing the other colors and focus in the camcorder’s display. This feature is meant

to ensure that the color and focus of your pictures will be consistently sharp and high-quality. To properly use the Face Detect option, please ensure the following:

 Anti-Shake - Ensure that the Anti-Shake option is set to ‘On’. The Anti-Shake option is

‘On’ by default when you start using your camcorder and assists you in properly focusing

the image.

 Distance from the camcorder – The subject’s face must be no further than 8 to 9 feet

(3.5 meters) from the camcorder and the face must cover at least 20% (1/5th) of the picture as seen on the LCD screen.

 Facing the camcorder - The face of the subject(s) you are photographing must be

facing the camcorder and must hold the pose for at least 4 to 5 seconds until the green square(s) appears around the subject’s face. Face Detect will not work with a side shot of the subject’s head.

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 ‘Face Detect’ menu.

3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.

4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option. A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option: Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.

6. To exit the menu view:

Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen.

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.

4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option. A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option: Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.

6. To exit the menu view: Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen.

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.

4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option. A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option: Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.

6. To exit the menu view: Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.

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. 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.

4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option. A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option: Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.

6. To exit the menu view: Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen.

Image Sharpness Menu

‘Image Sharpness’ sets the level of sharpness in the images taken with your digital video

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.

4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option. A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option: Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.

6. To exit the menu view: Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen.

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.

Note: The Light Exposure setting can also be quickly activated by simply pressing the UP (EV +) or DOWN (EV-) button while in Capture 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 ‘Light Exposure’ menu.

3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.

4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option. A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option: Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.

6. To exit the menu view: Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen.

ISO 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 ‘ISO’ menu.

3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.

4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option. A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option: Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.

6. To exit the menu view: Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen.

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.

4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option. A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option: Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.

6. To exit the menu view: Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen.

Language Menu

You can select your digital video 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.

4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option. A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option: Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.

6. To exit the menu view: Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.

Date/Time Menu

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 to highlight a specific option.

4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option. A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option: Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.

6. To exit the menu view: Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen.

To Set the Date and Time:

1. Highlight the ‘Date Setup’ menu option.

2. Press the SET button to select and confirm and enter the ‘Date Setup’ option.

3. The ‘Date Setup’ submenu is displayed on the LCD screen.

4. Scroll through the window using the RIGHT and LEFT buttons. For each field in the menu,

use the UP and DOWN buttons to set the specific time and date.

5. Once you have completed setting the time and date, press the SET button to save your

settings and return to the current mode.

6. If you would like to exit the Date/Time menu without changing the settings, press the MODE

button at any time to exit the menu and return to your previous screen.

Silent Mode Menu

You have the option of activating the camcorder’s ‘Silent Mode’ to disable all of the sound effects that the digital video camcorder emits when performing functions. These include the Self-Timer countdown, Power Off and On sounds, Shutter ‘click’.

Note: The Silent Mode does not affect video capture sound.

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.

4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option. A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option: Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.

6. To exit the menu view: Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.

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 digital 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.

4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option. A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option: Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.

6. To exit the menu view: Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.

Frequency Menu

The options in the ‘Frequency’ menu represent the frequency of the electrical current in

fluorescent lighting sources in your locale. If your digital video 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 digital video 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.

4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option. A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option: Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.