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© 2010 Sakar International, Inc. All rights reserved.
Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
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  • Page 1: User Manual

    DVR 910HD Digital Video Camera User Manual © 2010 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.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ... 2 What Your Camera Includes ... 2 Camera Technical Specifications ... 3 Computer System Requirements – Windows ... 4 Computer System Requirements – Macintosh ... 4 A Quick Look at your Digital Camera ... 5 Initial Camera Setup ... 6 Using Your Digital Camera ...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Thank you for purchasing this camera. Everything you need to take quality digital photos and videos is included with your camera. Vivitar makes capturing those special moments as easy as possible. Note: Your camera needs an SD Memory card (up to 32GB) for normal use.

  • Page 4: Camera Technical Specifications

    Camera Technical Specifications Image Sensor Image Resolution Video Resolution File Format External Memory LCD Display Lens Zoom Exposure White Balance Scene Language Flash Self-Timer Anti-Shake Print Photos Face Detect Smile Capture Interface System Requirements Battery Working Temperature CMOS Sensor (3264x2448 (8M) 3648x2048(7M-HD) 2048x1536(3M) / 1920x1080(2M-HD) / 640x480(VGA)

  • Page 5: Computer System Requirements - Windows

    Computer System Requirements – Windows To be able to download photos and videos to your PC, you will need the following minimum configuration:  Pentium 4 processor or above with Windows XP service pack 2, Windows Vista or Windows 7 ...

  • Page 6: A Quick Look At Your Digital Camera

    A Quick Look at your Digital Camera 1. Power button 2. ViviLink button 3. Photo Shutter Button 4. Video Shutter Button 5. LCD Screen 6. LED 7. W / Zoom Out / Vol - 8. T / Zoom In / Vol + 9.

  • Page 7: Initial Camera Setup

    Initial Camera Setup Flip open the LCD screen. When powering the camera ON for the first time the camera will take you through the initial camera setup. Powering the Camera ON Make sure the batteries have been inserted properly into your digital camera. Make sure an SD card has been inserted into your camera.

  • Page 8: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the Camera Language You will first be prompted to select a language for the camera. The Language selection menu will appear. Select the language of your choice and press the SET button to confirm the selection. After selecting a language, you will be asked if you would like to continue with the initial camera setup. A message will appear: “Continue with Camera Setup?”...

  • Page 9: Using Your Digital Camera

    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 camera. The ViviLink technology allows you to quickly and easily upload your camera‟s photos and videos to the social networks of your choice with the accompanying software application.

  • Page 10: Changing Camera Mode

    While the camera is on, you can press the Power button You will see a “Goodbye” splash screen and then the camera will power off completely. Note: your digital camera also has an Auto Power Off feature that will automatically turn off your camera after a specific period of time that your camera is left idle.

  • Page 11: Navigating The Menus

    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 camera mode has a set of menus specific to that mode.

  • Page 12: Video Capture Mode

    If the selection can be remembered by the camera, a selected menu option. Changes made to these options will remain as is until you decide to change them again at a later time. Some menu options are single-use functions that are not remembered by the camera and do not display this icon when selected.
  • Page 13 You will see a red light at the top of the LCD indicating that the record is in progress. To stop the video record, press the shutter button again. The picture will automatically be saved to the camera‟s memory or SD card. Video Capture Mode Quick Function Buttons Your digital camera has a four-directional joystick that functions as Quick Function buttons.
  • Page 14 Video Capture Mode Menus The following are the menus that appear in your camera‟s Video Capture Mode:...

  • Page 15: Scene Menu

    Scene Menu The Scene Menu allows you to choose scene settings that allow your camera to adapt properly to your current environment. Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options. Press the OK button to select the desired option. selected option icon will appear on the selected item Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.

  • Page 16: Image Quality Menu

    Press the OK button to select the desired option. selected option icon will appear on the selected item Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen. Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings.

  • Page 17: White Balance Menu

    Anti-Shake Menu The Anti-Shake feature reduces image corruption that can be caused by movement of the camera while capturing the image. Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options. Press the OK button to select the desired option. selected option icon will appear on the selected item Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
  • Page 18 Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options. Press the OK button to select the desired option. selected option icon will appear on the selected item Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings.
  • Page 19 Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Image Sharpness Menu You can set the level of sharpness in the images taken with your camera. The sharpness level dictates if the edges of objects in the image are more or less distinct.
  • Page 20 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 camera. 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 camera Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options.
  • Page 21 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 camera will be less sensitive to light and will optimize the image quality in environments with bright lighting.
  • Page 22 Center – Averages the light metered from the entire frame, but giving greater weight to the subjectin the center Multi – Used in standard conditions the camera 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 –...
  • Page 23 Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options. Press the OK button to select the desired option. selected option icon will appear on the selected item Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings.

  • Page 24: Audio Menu

    selected option icon now appears to the right of the option name Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings.
  • Page 25 Press the OK button to select the desired option. selected option icon will appear on the selected item Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings.
  • Page 26 Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Frequency Menu The options in the Frequency menu represent the frequency of the electrical current in flourescent lighting sources in your locale.
  • Page 27 Format Memory Card Menu You can use the Format Memory Card menu to delete all of the content that is currently on your camera‟s memory card. Keep in mind that formatting the memory card will permanently delete all of the content on your camera’s memory card.

  • Page 28: Video Playback Mode

    Factory Settings Menu Use this menu to view the Firmware version on your camera or to reset your camera settings to the factory default settings. Select the “Default Setting”. Press the OK button. You will be asked to confirm your wish to restore all of the factory settings The settings will be reset.

  • Page 29: Thumbnail View

    When you find a video that you would like to play, press the VideoShutter button to start playing the video. Press the OK button again to pause the video and continue playing and pausing as needed. To fully stop the video, press the Up button. To increase or decrease the volume of the playback sound track of the video press the Zoom controls T / Vol+ or W / Vol -.
  • Page 30 Button Left Right HOLD Right Seconds Down Video Capture Mode Menus The following are the menus that appear in your camera‟s Video Capture Mode: Action Select PREVIOUS image Stop a playing video Select NEXT image Holding the Right navigation button for 3 seconds will open the delete menu for the selected image No Function...
  • Page 31 The ViviLink technology allows you to quickly and easily upload your camera‟s photos and videos to the social networks of your choice with the accompanying Vivitar Experience Image Manager application. Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options.
  • Page 32 Protect/Lock Menu Pictures and Videos taken with your camera can be protected or “locked” to prevent any deletion or alteration being made to the files. Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options. Press the OK button to select the desired option. Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
  • Page 33 Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options. To delete this one video, select “Delete This Video” To delete all the videos on your camera‟s memory card, select “Delete All Videos” Press the OK button to select the desired option. You will be asked to confirm your selection The videos will be deleted as desired Delete with the Quick Function Delete Button...

  • Page 34: Photo Capture Mode

    Photo Capture Mode The Photo Capture mode allows you to capture pictures with your digital camera. Press the MODE button once to open the Photo Capture Mode. Taking a Picture While in Photo Capture mode, use the LCD display on the back of the camera to direct the camera at the scene you would like to capture.
  • Page 35 ViviLink Button Left Right Down LED Flash Option To increase the lighting in dark situations, press the OK button to activate the 2 LED Flash Light on the front of the camera below the lens. Press the OK button again to turn the LED off. Photo Capture Mode Menus The following are the menus that appear in your camera‟s Photo Capture Mode: Open the ViviLink menu...
  • Page 37 Scene Menu The Scene Menu allows you to choose scene settings that allow your camera to adapt properly to your current environment. Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options. Press the OK button to select the desired option.
  • Page 38 selected option icon will appear on the selected item. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen. Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings.
  • Page 39 An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen. Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Image Quality Menu The Image Quality menu allows you to select the desired quality level of the images taken by your camera. Keep in mind that images with a higher image quality level will also take up more memory on your camera.
  • Page 40 Self-Timer Menu The Self-Timer menu allows you to set a delay between the time that the camera‟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 would like to be in the picture yourself.
  • Page 41 Anti-Shake Menu The Anti-Shake feature reduces image distortion that can be caused by movement of the camera while capturing the image. Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options. Press the OK button to select the desired option. selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
  • Page 42 Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options. Press the OK button to select the desired option. selected option icon will appear on the selected item. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
  • Page 43 Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen. Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings.
  • Page 44 Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Color Effect Menu You can choose to add a color effect to the images taken with your camera. Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options.
  • Page 45 This feature can be effective when trying to capture a particular moment in a sporting event or other scenes with quick movements. Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options. Press the OK button to select the desired option. selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
  • Page 46 selected option icon will appear on the selected item. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings.
  • Page 47 Press the OK button to select the desired option. selected option icon will appear on the selected item. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings.
  • Page 48 selected option icon will appear on the selected item. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings.
  • Page 49 Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options. Press the OK button to select the desired option. selected option icon will appear on the selected item. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
  • Page 50 Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Date/Time Menu When you capture an image with your camera, the image will include a time stamp with the date and time that the image was taken.
  • Page 51 Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. To Set the Date and Time: Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options Highlight the “Date Setup”...
  • Page 52 selected option icon will appear on the selected item. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings.
  • Page 53 Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Frequency Menu The options in the Frequency menu represent the frequency of the electrical current in flourescent lighting sources in your locale.
  • Page 54 Format Memory Card Menu You can use the Format Memory Card menu to delete all of the content that is currently on your camera‟s memory card. Keep in mind that formatting the memory card will permanently delete all of the content on your camera’s memory card.

  • Page 55: Photo Playback Mode

    Factory Settings Menu Use this menu to view the Firmware version on your camera or to reset your camera settings to the factory default settings. The “Default Setting” is selected. Press the OK button to reset the camera to the factory default settings. You will be asked to confirm your wish to restore all of the factory settings.
  • Page 56 Once in the Playback mode, press the LEFT or RIGHT direction buttons to scroll through the images on your camera‟s memory card. An image icon appear on the bottom left of the LCD screen . Zooming In/Out on a Photo Press the T / Zoom In button to zoom in on a photo on your camera.
  • Page 57 Photo Playback Mode Quick Function Buttons Your digital camera has a four-directional pad that functions as Quick Function buttons. Button Left Right HOLD Right for 3 seconds Down Action Display the PREVIOUS image View all the Photos as a Slide Show with 3, 5 or 10 second intervals Display the NEXT image Holding the “Right”...
  • Page 58 The ViviLink technology allows you to quickly and easily upload your camera‟s photos and videos to the social networks of your choice with the accompanying Vivitar Experience Image Manager application. Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options.
  • Page 59 Press the OK button to select the desired option. selected option icon will appear on the selected item. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. An icon will appear on the image with the selected ViviLink destination site.
  • Page 60 Crop Image Menu You can crop any picture on your camera with the Crop feature. Press the UP or DOWN to highlight the Crop option. Press the OK button to open the crop option. The crop window will open on the selected picture. Use the directional buttons to move the crop box to define the desired crop area.
  • Page 61 Press the OK button to select the desired option. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. Any image that is locked will display a lock symbol on the LCD screen when viewing that image in the playback mode.
  • Page 62 Delete with the Quick Function Delete Button You can also access the delete menu in Playback mode by pressing and holding on the “Delete” quick function button on the camera for 3 seconds. While the camera is in Playback mode, view the photo you would like to delete. Press and hold on the Delete Quick Function key (the right button on the navigation pad) for 3 seconds.
  • Page 63 Once connected, follow the instructions on the printer to proceed with the printing process. Select the “Cancel” option to exit the menu and return to the previous mode. Slide Show Menu You can view a slideshow of all the pictures taken with your camera by pressing the “Up” Quick Function button while in Playback mode.

  • Page 64: Tv Out Function To Connect The Camera To A Tv

    TV Out Function to Connect the Camera to a TV The camera has a AV port to use your larger TV screen in place of the camera`s LCD screen. On plugging the TV-out cable (supplied) to the cameras AV out jack, the LCD screen will turns blank. Use the camera as you would to capture and playback photos and videos.

  • Page 65: Installing The Software

    Installing the Software You must be connected to the internet to install and run the Vivitar Experience Image Manager software. Insert the installation CD into your CD-ROM drive. The installation screen should automatically open. On PC: The Vivitar Experience Image Manager Installer window appears. If the window does not appear,...
  • Page 66 On Macintosh: Click the icon that appears on the desktop to install the Vivitar Experience Image Manager. 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.
  • Page 67 13) On Macintosh: Click the “Quit” button when the installation is complete. Click the “Launch Vivitar Experience Image Manager” to open the application 14) If you close the application you can run the Vivitar Experience Image Manager from the Programs (PC) or Application (Mac) menu on your computer.

  • Page 68: Connecting The Camera To The Computer

    Connecting the Camera to the Computer Use the USB cable that came with your camera to connect your camera to your computer. Power the camera on. The first time you connect the device to the computer you will have to wait a few seconds until the computer recognizes the device.

  • Page 69: Get Started

    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. Get 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, MySpace, Picasa, Photobucket and YouTube ...

  • Page 70: Transfer Media From My Camera To My Computer Manually (Using Windows)

     Use automatic “Geotagging” with built in Google Maps For more details on how to use the Vivitar Experience Image Manager open the Help file or click the “Take the Tour” button on the application`s Home page. Transfer media from my camera to my computer manually (Using Windows) Use the USB cable that came with your camera to connect your camera to your computer.

  • Page 71: Transfer Media From My Camera To My Computer Manually (Using Macintosh)

    Transfer media from my camera to my computer manually (Using Macintosh) Use the USB cable that came with your camera to connect your camera to your computer. MSDC appear on the LCD. The camera‟s device icon appears on the desktop. Click on the device icon and open the DCIM folder and the folder inside to view the media files.

  • Page 72: Sakar Warranty Card

    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...

  • Page 73: 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.

  • Page 74: Troubleshooting

    Q: I deleted images using the Vivitar Experience Image Manager. The images where 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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