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Vivitar DVR 850HD User Manual

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DVR 850HD
Underwater Digital Video
Camcorder

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© 2010 Sakar International, Inc. All rights reserved.
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  • Page 1: User Manual

    DVR 850HD Underwater Digital Video Camcorder 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 Camcorder Includes ........................2 Camcorder Technical Specifications ........................ 3 Computer System Requirements – Windows ....................4 Computer System Requirements – Macintosh ....................4 A Quick Look at your Digital Camcorder ......................5 Preparing Your Camcorder for Use ........................6 Maintenance and Care ..........................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    High Definition Resolutions and Water Resistant up to 10 feet /3 meters. Vivitar makes capturing those special moments as easy as possible. Note: Your camcorder needs an SD Memory card (up to 16GB) for normal use.

  • Page 4: Camcorder Technical Specifications

    Camcorder Technical Specifications Image Sensor CMOS Sensor Image Resolution 3264x2448(8M); 2592x1944(5M);2048x1536(3M); 640x480(VGA) Video Resolution 1280X720 (HD), 720X480 (SD) File Format JPEG/MP4 Internal Memory 32MB External Memory SD Card (up to 16GB) LCD Display 2.4 Inch TFT LCD Lens f=7.0mm F3.0 Zoom 4X Digital Zoom Exposure...

  • 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 Camcorder

    A Quick Look at your Digital Camcorder 1. Speaker 2. Lens 3. Microphone 4. Flash Strobe 5. DV/DC Mode LED 6. Lithium-ion Battery Charging Indicator 7. DC (Photo) Mode Button 8. DV (Video) Mode Button 9. Up / Zoom In Button 10.

  • Page 7: Preparing Your Camcorder For Use

    Preparing Your Camcorder for Use Important: Before installing the batteries make sure you are not near water and that your hands are dry Open Battery Door Turn and hold the camcorder with the bottom facing up and the battery door facing you as shown in the diagrams below.
  • Page 8 Notes: 1. When opening the battery door, do not hold the LCD screen side, as excessive force may destroy the screen joint. 2. In order to assure water resistance, do not attempt to remove or rip off the Rubber Seal on the inside of battery door.
  • Page 9 Use the battery clip found in the battery compartment to make sure that the battery is sitting firmly and secure. Before closing the battery door, be sure that the rubber seal on the battery door is clean and smooth. Once powering on your camcorder the battery icon will appear on the top left of the LCD screen. Charging the Lithium Battery In order to charge your lithium battery, Make sure the battery is inserted correctly.
  • Page 10  We strongly recommend downloading your photos and videos regularly to your computer. Important: It is important that the battery cover be sealed properly before using the camcorder underwater. Inserting an SD Memory Card Important: Before installing the SD Memory card make sure you are not near water and that your hands are dry.
  • Page 11 Locate the SD card slot to the left of the battery compartment. Insert the SD memory card correctly in the direction shown. Press the memory card until you hear a “Click” sound. Note: After you insert an SD memory card, the SD card icon will appear on the top right of the LCD, indicating that your SD memory card has been installed successfully.
  • Page 12 Note: Check that the small battery cover lever is returned back to the mark line appearing to the side of the lever as shown on diagram (B) above. Important: It is important that the battery cover be sealed properly before using the camcorder underwater.

  • Page 13: Maintenance And Care

    Maintenance and Care Before using the video camcorder, please ensure that you read and understand the safety precautions described below:  This camcorder can be used underwater to 10 feet. You may notice that water enters the body of the camcorder. This is normal and the camcorder will continue to work properly. ...

  • Page 14: Initial Camcorder Setup

    Initial Camcorder Setup When powering the camcorder ON for the first time the camcorder will recommend that you set the Language and Date/Time options before you start using the camcorder. Powering the Camcorder ON Make sure the battery is fully charged before the first use. Make sure an SD card has been inserted into your camcorder.

  • Page 15: Setting The Date And Time

    Press the OK button to save your choice and for the interface of the camcorder to change to the language you selected. Press the DC/DV mode button to close the menu and press it again to exit the Setup mode function. Setting the Date and Time To set the time and date that will appear on the photos you capture.

  • Page 16: Using Your Digital Camcorder

    Using Your Digital Camcorder Make sure the batteriy is fully charged before the first use. Powering the camcorder ON Flip open the LCD Panel on the side of the camcorder. The Camcorder will automatically power on. If the camcorder automatically powers off, press the Power button to turn your camcorder ON.

  • Page 17: Changing Camcorder Mode

    Note: your digital camcorder also has an Auto Power Off feature that will automatically turn off your camcorder after a specific period of time that your camcorder is 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: DV (Video) Capture Mode - Use this mode to capture videos with your camcorder.

  • Page 18: 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 camcorder mode has a set of menus specific to that mode.

  • Page 19: Video Capture Mode

    Some menu options are single-use functions that are not remembered by the camcorder and do not display this icon when selected. At any time you can press the OK button to exit the menus and return to the previous screen. Video Capture Mode The Video Capture Mode allows you to capture videos with your digital camcorder.
  • Page 20 Video Capture Mode Menus The following are the menus that appear in your camcorder’s Video Capture Mode:...

  • Page 21: Scene Menu

    Scene Menu The Scene Menu allows you to choose scene settings that allow your camcorder to adapt properly to your current environment. Press the OK button to enter the Menu mode. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the menu item. Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the submenu options.

  • Page 22: Image Quality Menu

    Keep in mind that images with a higher resolution will also take up more of your camcorder’s memory. Press the OK button to enter the Menu mode. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the menu item. Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the submenu options. Press the OK button to select the desired option.

  • Page 23: White Balance Menu

    Press the OK button to enter the Menu mode. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the menu item. Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the submenu options. Press the OK button to select the desired option. selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
  • Page 24 Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the menu item. Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the submenu 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.
  • Page 25 selected option icon will appear on the selected item. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. Press the DV button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the camcorder’s default factory settings.
  • Page 26 An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the camcorder’s default factory settings. 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.
  • Page 27 selected option icon will appear on the selected item. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. Press the DV 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 camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the camcorder’s default factory settings.
  • Page 28 Press the OK button to select the desired option. selected option icon will appear on the selected item Press the DV 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 camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the camcorder’s default factory settings.
  • Page 29 Press the OK button to enter the Menu mode. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the menu item. Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the submenu options. Press the OK button to select the desired option. selected option icon will appear on the selected item Press the DV button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
  • Page 30 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 DV button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the camcorder’s default factory settings.
  • Page 31 Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the menu item. Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the submenu options. Press the OK button to select the desired option. selected option icon now appears to the right of the option name Press the DV button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.

  • Page 32: Audio Menu

    Audio Menu The Audio menu allows you to control the camcorder’s ability to record audio in the video clips recorded with your camcorder in addition to the video record. Press the OK button to enter the Menu mode. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the menu item. Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the submenu options.
  • Page 33 Press the OK button to enter the Menu mode. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the menu item. Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the submenu options. Press the OK button to select the desired option. selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
  • Page 34 Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the menu item. Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the submenu 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.
  • Page 35 selected option icon will appear on the selected item Press the DV button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the camcorder’s default factory settings. Format Memory Card Menu You can use the Format Memory Card menu to delete all of the content that is currently on your camcorder’s memory card.
  • Page 36 You will be asked to confirm your wish to format your memory card. Select “No” to exit without formatting. Select “Yes” and press the OK button to begin the format. The memory card will be completely formatted A message will appear confirming that your memory card has been formatted clean. Factory Settings Menu Use this menu to view the Firmware version on your camcorder or to reset your camcorder settings to the factory default settings.

  • Page 37: Video Playback Mode

    Video Playback Mode When you first turn on the camcorder, the camcorder will be in Video Capture mode by default. Press the Playback button to open the Playback Mode. The playback mode will allow you to review and edit photos and videos that you’ve already taken with you camcorder.
  • Page 38 Press the Up button to adjust and increase the speaker volume or the Down button to decrease the speaker volume. Video Playback Mode Menus The following are the menus that appear when you press the OK button in your camcorder’s Video Playback Mode: Protect/Lock Menu Pictures and Videos taken with your camcorder can be protected or “locked”...
  • Page 39 Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to confirm the submenu option. Press the OK button to select the desired option. Any image that is locked will display a lock symbol on the LCD screen when viewing that image in the playback mode.

  • Page 40: Photo Capture Mode

    Photo Capture Mode The first mode to appear when the camcorder is powered on is the Video Capture mode. To change to the Photo Capture mode press the DC (Photo) button. Taking a Picture While in Photo Capture mode, use the LCD display on the back of the camcorder to direct the camcorder at the scene you would like to capture.
  • Page 41 Photo Capture Mode Menus The following are the menus that appear when you press the OK button in your camcorder’s Photo Capture Mode:...
  • Page 42 Scene Menu The Scene Menu allows you to choose scene settings that allow your camcorder to adapt properly to your current environment. Press the OK button to enter the Menu mode. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the menu item.
  • Page 43 Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the submenu 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 DC button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
  • Page 44 selected option icon will appear on the selected item. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. Press the DC 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 camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the camcorder’s default factory settings.
  • Page 45 Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. Press the DC 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 camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the camcorder’s default factory settings.
  • Page 46 Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. Press the DC 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 camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the camcorder’s default factory settings.
  • Page 47 Press the DC 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 camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the camcorder’s default factory settings.
  • Page 48 Multi-Snapshots Menu When enabled, the Multi-Snapshots feature allows you to take three 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.
  • Page 49 Image Sharpness Menu You can set the level of sharpness in the images taken with your camcorder. The sharpness level dictates if the edges of objects in the image are more or less distinct. Press the OK button to enter the Menu mode. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the menu item.
  • Page 50 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.
  • Page 51 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.
  • Page 52 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 –...
  • Page 53 An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the camcorder’s default factory settings. Language Menu You can select your camcorder’s language setting by selecting the desired language from the Language menu.
  • Page 54 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.
  • Page 55 To Set the Date and Time: Highlight the “Date Setup” menu option. Press the OK button to select the desired option. The Date Setup submenu will open Scroll through the window with the right and left navigation buttons. For each field in the menu, use the up and down navigation buttons to set the time and date.
  • Page 56 Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. Press the DC button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the camcorder’s default factory settings.
  • Page 57 Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the camcorder’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 58 Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camcorder until you manually change the setting or restore the camcorder’s default factory settings. TV Out Menu The TV Out menus allows you to view your camcorder’s display on a TV or monitor when the camcorder is connected to it.
  • Page 59 Format Memory Card Menu You can use the Format Memory Card menu to delete all of the content that is currently on your camcorder’s memory card. Keep in mind that formatting the memory card will permanently delete all of the content on your camcorder’s memory card.
  • Page 60 Factory Settings Menu Use this menu to view the Firmware version on your camcorder or to reset your camcorder settings to the factory default settings. Press the OK button to enter the Menu mode. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the menu item. The “Default Setting”...

  • Page 61: Photo Playback Mode

    Photo Playback Mode When you first turn on the camcorder, the camcorder will be in Video Capture mode by default. Press the Playback button on the inside wall of the camcorder to open the Playback Mode. The playback mode will allow you to review and edit photos and videos that you’ve already taken with you camcorder.
  • Page 62 Zooming In/Out and navigate on a Photo You can zoom in on a photo to see more detail. Press the Up / Zoom In button to zoom in or the Down / Zoom Out button to zoom back out on a photo on your camcorder.
  • Page 63 Rotate Menu Use this menu to rotate the pictures that you’ve taken with your camcorder. Press the OK button to enter the Menu mode. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the menu item. Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the submenu options. Press the OK button to select the desired option.
  • Page 64 Press the OK button to select the desired option. Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to confirm the submenu option. Press the OK button to select the desired option Any image that is locked will display a lock symbol on the LCD screen when viewing that image in the playback mode.
  • Page 65 Print Photos Menu You can use the Print Photos menu to print the photos that are on your camcorder directly to a Pictbridge compatible printer. Scroll through your pictures and find the one you would like to print. Press the OK button to enter the Menu mode. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the Print Photos menu item.

  • Page 66: Tv Out Function To Connect The Camcorder To A Tv Or Hdtv

    Set the Interval: Press the OK button to enter the Menu mode. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the menu item. Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the submenu options. Press the OK button to select the desired option. selected option icon will appear on the selected item.

  • Page 67: Installing The Software

    SD memory card on the TV. 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.
  • Page 68 On PC: The Vivitar Experience Image Manager Installer window appears. If the window does not appear, open the application’s CD/DVD drive and click on “Setup.exe” to launch the installer. On Macintosh: Click the icon that appears on the desktop to install the Vivitar Experience Image Manager.
  • Page 69 If you have internet access, the “Choose your language” window opens, choose your language and click “Next” to open the next window. Select your camcorder model from the list and click “Next” to open the next window. Click “Next” to confirm your camcorder model selection and to install the application. Please wait while the application is being installed on your computer.

  • Page 70: Connecting The Camcorder To The Computer

    10) On PC only: Let the “Vivitar Experience Image Manager” installer create the folder to where the program will be installed, and then click “Install”. 11) Please wait while the application continues the installation process on your computer. 12) On PC: Click the “Close” button when the installation is complete.

  • Page 71: Getting Photos And Videos From Your Camcorder To Your Computer

    Getting Photos and Videos from Your Camcorder to Your Computer An SD card needs to be inserted. Do not disconnect the cable during transfer. Doing so will cancel the transfer of any files on their way to your computer. Select the “Get Images” button from the Main menu.

  • Page 72: 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 73: Transfer Media From My Camcorder 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 camcorder to my computer manually (Using Windows) Use the USB cable that came with your camcorder to connect your camcorder to your computer.

  • Page 74: Transfer Media From My Camcorder To My Computer Manually (Using Macintosh)

    Transfer media from my camcorder to my computer manually (Using Macintosh) Use the USB cable that came with your camcorder to connect your camcorder to your computer. appears on the LCD. The camcorder’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. Select the files and drag them into your computer.

  • Page 75: 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,...

  • Page 76: 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 77: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting The camcorder does not Power on The Battery is inserted in the wrong direction. Reload battery in the correct direction The Battery has insufficient power to power on. Replace or recharge the battery. The camcorder does not take pictures The Memory is full Insert a new SD memory card.

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