Contents Introduction ..........................2 What’s Included ..........................2 Parts of the Camcorder ........................ 3 Initial Camcorder Setup ........................ 4 Main Camcorder Modes ....................... 8 Camcorder Technical Specifications ..................... 9 Computer System Requirements ....................10 Using Your Camcorder ........................ 11 Changing Camcorder Mode ......................11 Navigating the Modes .........................
Thank you for purchasing this digital video recorder. 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.
Initial Camcorder Setup Installing the Batteries Installing the Memory Card Insert 4 x AA batteries (1.5V). Insert SD Memory card (up to 32GB) Alkaline batteries recommended. before use. Batteries not included. Turning On the Camera Using the Camera...
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When powering the camera ON for the first time the camera will take you through the initial camera setup. Powering the Camcorder ON 1. Batteries Make sure the batteries have been inserted properly into your digital camera, according to the polarity shown inside the battery compartment. Use 4 x AA (1.5V) batteries.
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Note: After the camera is powered on, an 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.
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Setting the ViviLink Default Option Once the Language has 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.
Main Camcorder Modes Your camcorder has different modes for the various camera functions. You can switch modes by pressing the MODE button on your camera after the camera has been powered ON. Video Capture Mode Use this mode to capture videos with your digital camcorder. This is the default mode when the camcorder is powered ON.
Computer System Requirements WINDOWS OS To be able to download photos and videos to your PC using the Vivitar Experience Image Manager Software, you will need the following minimum configuration: Microsoft® Windows XP with Service Pack 3, Windows Vista with Service Pack 1 or Windows 7 ...
Using Your Camcorder Make sure the batteries have been inserted properly into your digital video camera. If your camcorder comes with a rechargeable lithium battery, make sure it is fully charged before the first use. Make sure an SD card has been inserted into your camcorder. Powering the camcorder ON Press the Power button to turn your camcorder ON.
When the camcorder is first powered ON, the Video Capture Mode is 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.
ViviLink The ViviLink technology allows you to quickly and easily upload your camcorder’s videos and photos to the social networks of your choice with the accompanying Vivitar Experience Image Manager application. The ViviLink feature is deactivated by default. A ViviLink destination will only be assigned to a video or photo if you manually set it from the ViviLink menu.
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3. Press the UP / DOWN button to highlight the desired ViviLink option. 4. Press the OK / Shutter button to select and save the highlighted option. Note: At any time you can press the ViviLink button to exit the ViviLink menu and return to the previous screen.
Video Capture Mode The Video Capture Mode allows you to capture videos with your digital video camera. When the camcorder is first powered on, the Video Capture Mode is active. Taking a Video 1. While in Video Capture Mode use the LCD display to direct the camcorder at the scene you would like to capture.
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Video Capture Mode Quick Function Buttons BUTTON FUNCTION Starts and Stops the Video Capture Shutter/OK Saves your selected menu option Opens the Mode menu screen which allows you to select your camcorder mode. The Mode options include: MODE Video Capture Mode, DSC (Photo Capture Mode), Playback Mode, Setup Mode...
Photo Capture Mode The Photo Capture mode allows you to capture pictures with your digital camcorder. When you first turn on the camcorder, the camcorder will be in Video Capture mode by default. To access the Photo Capture Mode: 1. Press the MODE button to open the Mode menu options. 2.
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Photo Capture Mode Quick Function Buttons BUTTON FUNCTION Captures your photo Shutter/OK Saves your selected menu option Opens the Mode menu screen which allows you to select your camcorder mode. The Mode options include: MODE Video Capture Mode, DSC (Photo Capture Mode), Playback Mode, Setup Mode ...
If you would like to view your videos with sound (the camcorder does not have a speaker) first transfer the videos to your computer. You can then use the Vivitar Experience Image Manager application to play the video on your computer. See ‘Getting Photos and Videos from the Camcorder to the...
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Viewing Photos on Your Camcorder Select your Photo: Once in Playback mode, press UP / DOWN button to scroll through the images on your digital video recorder’s memory card until you find the photo you would like to view. ...
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Deleting Videos and Photos While in the Playback mode, you can delete videos and photos from your camera using the Delete menu. 1. View the video or photo you would like to delete. 2. Press the DELETE button. 3. The Delete menu appears according to your selected image (video or photo). The following are the Delete options: DELETE OPTION FUNCTION...
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will be permanently deleted. A blank ‘No Files Exist’ screen will appear. Press the MODE button to exit the ‘No Files Exist’ screen and enter the Mode menu screen. Select ‘No’ and press the OK/Shutter to exit without deleting all videos and photos. Cancel Exits without deleting.
Setup Mode The Setup Mode enables you to select your camcorder language and frequency. You can also reset your camcorder to the default factory settings. Language Menu You can select your camcorder’s language display by selecting the desired language from the Language menu.
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5. Press the OK / Shutter button to select and enter the Frequency menu options. The following Frequency options appear: 50Hz – UK, Europe and Australia 60Hz – US, Canada and South America 6. Press the UP / DOWN button to highlight the desired Frequency option. 7.
CD/DVD drive and click on “Setup.exe” to launch the installer. 3. On Macintosh: Click the icon that appears on the desktop to install the Vivitar Experience Image Manager. 4. If you do not have internet access at the time of inserting the CD-ROM, connect to the internet and then click the “Install Vivitar Experience Image Manager”...
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 Applications (Mac) menu on your computer.
Getting Photos and Videos from the Camcorder to the Computer An SD memory card must be installed. Do not disconnect the cable during transfer. Doing so will cancel the transfer of any files on their way to your computer. 1. Select the “Get Images” button from the Main menu. 2.
Edit images using automatic and manual tools Use automatic “Geotagging” with built in Google Maps For more details on how to use the Vivitar Experience Image Manager open the Help file or click the “Take a Tour” button on the application’s Home screen.
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Transferring Photos and Videos: MACINTOSH 1. Use the supplied USB cable to connect your camcorder to your computer. 2. MSDC appears on the LCD. 3. The camcorder’s device icon appears on the desktop. 4. Click on the device icon and open the DCIM folder and the folder inside to view the media files.
Camcorder Maintenance The digital camcorder is a delicate device. Please handle your camcorder with care to avoid damaging it. Do not expose your camcorder to heat sources. Do not use you camcorder in wet or moist conditions. Sakar Warranty Card This warranty covers for the original consumer purchaser only and is not transferable.
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.