Main Camcorder Modes - Vivitar DVR 578HD User Manual

Main Camcorder Modes

Your camcorder has different modes for the various camcorder functions.
You can switch modes by pressing the HOME button to the left of the LCD screen. The Home menu is
shown on the LCD. Tap Camera, Video, or Playback to change your camcorder mode.
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 the
record. A red, blinking record indicator appears on the LCD screen while the recording is in
progress. To stop the 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, tap MENU on the LCD screen
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 HOME button to open the Camcorder Mode
options. Tap Camera to enter 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, tap MENU on the LCD screen
while in the Photo Capture Mode.
Playback Mode (Photos & Videos)
Use this mode to view and manage the videos and photos seen on your camcorder - saved
to your SD memory card. After turning on your camcorder, press the HOME button to open
the Camcorder Mode options. Tap Playback to enter 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, tap MENU on
the LCD screen while in the Playback Mode.
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