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- Page 1 32597 Digital Camcorder User‟s Manual © 2009 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.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Digital Camcorder Function Control ................. 13 Connecting the Camcorder to a TV ................23 Install the Vivitar Experience Image Manager Software..........24 Connect your camcorder to the computer ..............25 Get photos and videos from your camcorder to your computer ........ 26 Get started! ...................... -
Page 3: Introduction
Introduction Thank you for purchasing the 32597 Digital Camcorder. With your camcorder you can shoot video clips and take individual photos. In addition, a SD compatible memory card of up to 8GB needs to be inserted for normal use. Key Features ... -
Page 4: What Your Digital Camcorder Includes
Vivitar Experience Image Manager software for uploading and managing photos and videos to or from the most popular photo sharing and social network websites. What your digital camcorder includes Digital Camcorder USB cable TV-out cable ... -
Page 5: Computer System Requirements For Windows Xp
Computer System Requirements for Windows XP 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 2 512 MB RAM, with 100MB of free disk space ... -
Page 6: Computer System Requirements For Macintosh
Support for Super VGA graphics Available USB Interface CD-ROM drive QuickTime 6 or higher Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 or higher Computer System Requirements for Macintosh Macintosh with Intel processor running Mac OS X v10.4.6 or later ... -
Page 7: A Quick Look At Your Digital Camcorder
A Quick Look at your Digital Camcorder... -
Page 8: Preparing Your Camcorder For Use
Preparing Your Camcorder for Use Battery Installation Your camcorder requires three “AA” batteries (not included). It is recommended that alkaline batteries be used. 1. Open the battery cover on the bottom of the camcorder. 2. Insert the batteries in accordance with the polarity indicated in the battery compartment. - Page 9 Note: We strongly recommend downloading your test photos and videos regularly to your computer in order not to lose them. Do not open the battery cover indiscriminately as test photos and video clips in memory will be lost. ...
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Page 10: Inserting An Sd Memory Card
Inserting an SD Memory Card An SD memory card is needed for normal use to take photos and videos. Note: This device supports SD cards up to 8GB. Limited internal memory is only for test images and videos. Please insert an SD card for normal use. -
Page 11: Maintenance And Care
Do not open the battery compartment during formatting as this may damage the card and render it unusable. Be sure to format the card with the camcorder. SD memory cards formatted on a PC or device other than the camcorder must not be used. -
Page 12: Main Icons On The Lcd Screen
Main Icons on the LCD Screen DV (Video) mode DSC (Photo) mode... - Page 13 Playback mode...
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Page 14: Digital Camcorder Function Control
Digital Camcorder Function Control Power on Press and hold the Power button to turn on your camcorder. The LCD monitor will light up indicating that your camcorder is ready for use. Power off Press and hold the Power button to turn your camcorder off. The camcorder will switch off. - Page 15 Press the „Up‟ or „Down‟ button on your camera to select the appropriate resolution: ★★: 640x480 pixels (VGA), ★: 320x240 pixels (QVGA). Switch on the camcorder. The default mode is DV (video) and the DV icon will appear on the top left corner on the LCD screen. Alternatively, press the Mode button repeatedly until the DV icon appears on the LCD.
- Page 16 resolution selected and SD card inserted. Hold the camcorder steady or attach the camcorder to a tripod and use the LCD to focus on the object. Press the Shutter button to begin capturing your video. A red flashing spot will appear next to the DV icon on the LCD indicating that the capture is in progress.
- Page 17 Note: Internal memory will allow you to take a few seconds of test videos. Before shooting, you will need to insert an SD card to expand your memory capacity (see section above for instructions on how to insert SD memory card) ...
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Page 18: Taking Photos
Taking photos The image resolution of photos taken with this camcorder is 640x480 pixels. This resolution is fixed and cannot be altered or changed. Switch on the camcorder. Press the Mode button to select the DSC mode The DSC icon will appear on the LCD screen. Hold the DV camera steady and use the LCD to focus on the object. -
Page 19: Playback Mode
Note: You cannot take photos whilst the camcorder is connected to a computer. Download photos and video clips to your computer regularly. When the memory is full, a red SD Card icon will appear on the LCD screen. Playback mode Switch on the camcorder. - Page 20 To view photos, press the UP or DOWN button. The photos will appear on the LCD in the sequence that that they are stored in the memory. This Playback mode can also be used to view your videos. To play back video clips, press the UP or DOWN button and select an...
- Page 21 AVI file. The file sequence number on the bottom right hand corner of the LCD will display the media on your camcorder in the sequence that they were captured. Press the Shutter button to play back the video clips with audio in your camcorder.
- Page 22 Press the UP or DOWN button to select to delete or to cancel. Press the Shutter button to confirm your choice. If you selected , the selected image is deleted. Deleting all Photos and Video files 1. Press the Mode button to select the Playback mode. 2.
- Page 23 5. If you selected , all the images are deleted. Format Press the Mode button to select the Playback mode. Press the Delete button three times. A message will appear on the LCD screen . Press the UP or DOWN button to select to format or to cancel.
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Page 24: Connecting The Camcorder To A Tv
Connecting the Camcorder to a TV Connect the camcorder to the TV via the supplied cable. Power on the TV and then your camcorder. The camcorder‟s LCD screen turns blank, and picture that previously appeared on the camcorder `s LCD screen now appear on the TV screen. -
Page 25: Install The Vivitar Experience Image Manager Software
Install the Vivitar Experience Image Manager Software Warning: Do not plug your camcorder into the computer until the Vivitar Experience Image Manager software installation is complete. Insert the installation CD into your CD-ROM drive. The Vivitar Experience Image Manager will begin to install. -
Page 26: Connect Your Camcorder To The Computer
from your desktop icon (PC) or from the Programs or Applications menu on your computer. Connect your camcorder to the computer Use the USB cable that came with your camcorder to connect your camcorder to your computer. Your camcorder will automatically turn on. The first time you connect the device to the computer you will have to wait a few moments until the computer recognizes the device. -
Page 27: Get Photos And Videos From Your Camcorder To Your Computer
Get photos and videos from your camcorder to your computer 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 28: Get Started
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 29: Transfer Media From My Camera To My Computer Manually (Using Windows)
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 the Tour” button on the application`s Home page. -
Page 30: Transfer Media From My Camera To My Computer Manually (Using Macintosh)
Do not disconnect the cable during transfer. Doing so will cancel the transfer of any files on their way to your computer. Transfer media from my camera to my computer manually (Using Macintosh) Use the USB cable that came with your camcorder to connect your camcorder to your computer. -
Page 31: 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. Your product will be repaired at no charge for parts or labor for a period of one year. -
Page 32: 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. -
Page 33: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications Image Sensor CMOS Sensor Image Resolution (DSC) 640X480(VGA.) Video Resolution (DV) 640X480 (VGA) / 320X240 (QVGA) 1.5" LCD preview screen LCD Display Internal Memory Limited 8MB SDRAM for test images only External Memory SD card (up to 8GB) Lens F 2.8 f=3.0mm Exposure... -
Page 34: Trouble Shooting
Trouble Shooting Relative parts Symptom Explanation Solution Batteries level is too low. Replace Taking a The DV can‟t take them with new ones Video/photo video/photo after you The DV is not in Video/Camera press the Shutter button. mode. Please set DV to the correct mode ... - Page 35 Photos The photos are too blurry Exposure is not sufficient The battery level is too low. Deleting You can‟t delete the files Please replace them with new ones. Insert the card in the correct SD card You can‟t insert the direction.
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