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DVR 789HD
Full HD Action Camcorder
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© 2009-2018 Sakar International, Inc. All rights reserved.
Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
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  • Page 1 DVR 789HD Full HD Action Camcorder User Manual © 2009-2018 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’s Included ..........................3 Parts of the Camcorder ........................ 4 Initial Camcorder Setup ........................ 5 Remote Control .......................... 10 Main Camcorder Modes ......................11 Camcorder Technical Specifications ................... 12 Camcorder Mounts and Accessories ..................13 Powering On Your Camcorder ....................16 Changing Camcorder Mode .......................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    • This camera is a plug and play device. You can download the pictures and videos without the software by directly accessing the memory card from your computer. We would however recommend that you install the ‘Vivitar Experience Image Manager’ Software to enjoy the full Vivitar experience.

  • Page 4: What's Included

    What’s Included 1. Action Camcorder 5. Bicycle Mount 2. USB Cable 6. Helmet Mount & Band 3. Wireless Remote Control 7. AC Adapter 4. Waterproof Casing 8. Built-in Lithium Battery (not shown) NOTE: • Micro SD Card not included.

  • Page 5: Parts Of The Camcorder

    Parts of the Camcorder 1. Shutter / OK button 9. Down / Zoom Out Button 2. Microphone 10. Menu / Back Button 3. Power / Mode Button 11. Lens 4. Tripod Mount 12. LCD Screen 5. Reset Button 13. LED Busy Light Indicator 6.

  • Page 6: Initial Camcorder Setup

    Initial Camcorder Setup CHARGING THE BATTERY To charge the battery, follow either one of the charging methods below: CHARGING VIA THE COMPUTER 1. Power off the camera. 2. Use the supplied USB cable to connect the smaller end of the USB cable into the USB slot on the camcorder.
  • Page 7 CHARGING VIA THE AC ADAPTER 1. Power off the camera. 2. Use the supplied USB cable to connect the smaller end of the USB cable into the USB slot on the camcorder. Connect the other end to the cable to the AC Adapter and then plug the AC Adapter into a power socket.
  • Page 8 BATTERY INDICATOR The following icons appear on the camera and indicate the status of the camera’s battery power level: Battery Indicator Description The battery level is full. The battery level is half. The battery level is low, indicating to prepare for recharging the built-in lithium battery.

  • Page 9: Installing Micro Sd Memory Card

    INSTALLING THE MICRO SD MEMORY CARD Make sure a Micro SD Memory card Class 6 or higher (up to 32 GB) has been properly inserted into your camcorder. Micro SD Memory card not included. To properly insert the Micro SD Memory Card: 1.
  • Page 10 TURNING ON AND USING THE CAMERA Press the POWER button, located on top of the camcorder, to turn on the camcorder. / Switching Modes RESET: If the camcorder becomes unresponsive, insert a thin pin into the RESET hole and gently push the pin until you hear a slight ‘click’ sound. The camcorder will then reset.

  • Page 11: Remote Control

    Remote Control Video button: Button Indicator Lights (Red) Video Capture Mode, Video Recording Power button Photo button: Photo Capture Mode, Photo Capture The remote control allows you to power on/off the DV and to take photos and videos up to 30 meters away without operating the DV directly.

  • Page 12: Main Camcorder Modes

    Main Camcorder Modes Your camcorder has different modes for the various camera functions. Short press the Power/Mode button to toggle between the modes. VIDEO CAPTURE MODE Use this mode to capture videos with your digital camcorder. To record a video, please check that the DV is in Video mode. If the video icon is not displayed on the LCD screen, short press the Power/Mode button repeatedly until it...

  • Page 13: Camcorder Technical Specifications

    Camcorder Technical Specifications Image Sensor CMOS Sensor Video Resolution 1080p@30fps, 720p@60fps, 720p@30fps Photo Resolution 12M (4032x3024), 8M (3264x2448), 5MP (2592X1944) File Format MOV (Video), JPEG (Photo) External Memory Micro SD Memory card, Class 6 or higher, up to 32GB LCD Display 2.0”...

  • Page 14: Camcorder Mounts And Accessories

    Camcorder Mounts and Accessories WATERPROOF CASE 1. Clamp 2. Shutter Release 3. Power/Mode Button 4. Tripod Mount Your action camcorder comes with a waterproof casing for underwater action and added durability. To assemble your camera to the case, follow the instructions below: 1.
  • Page 15 NOTE: • A single hair or grain of sand can cause a leak. You can test by closing the case without inserting the camera. Submerse the case completely in water for about a minute. Remove the case from the water, dry off its exterior with a towel, and then open the case. If the entire interior is dry, the case is safe for use under water.
  • Page 16 INSTALLING THE BICYCLE MOUNT: HANDLEBAR CLAMP INSTALLING THE HELMET MOUNTING SYSTEM...

  • Page 17: Powering On Your Camcorder

    1. Press and hold the POWER button for about 3 seconds to turn on the camcorder. The LCD screen briefly displays the ‘Vivitar’ screen and opens the default Video Capture Mode. A beep can be heard from the camcorder’s buzzer.

  • Page 18: Changing Camcorder Mode

    Changing Camcorder Mode THREE MAIN MODES 1. Video Capture Mode - Use this mode to capture videos with your camcorder. 2. Photo Capture Mode - Use this mode to capture photos with your camcorder. 3. Playback Mode (for photos and videos) – Use this mode to view your captured photos and videos.

  • Page 19: Navigating The Menus

    Navigating the Menus PHOTO CAPTURE, VIDEO CAPTURE AND PLAYBACK MENUS To access the Main Menu for each Mode: Press the MENU button to open the Main Menus for the current mode. Press the  DOWN or  UP button to select a specific menu. The selected option appears highlighted.

  • Page 20: Video Capture Mode

    Video Capture Mode The Video Capture Mode allows you to capture videos with your digital camcorder. When first powering on your camcorder, Video Capture Mode appears. The Video Capture icon appears on the LCD screen. TAKING A VIDEO 1. Selecting the Scene with the LCD Display: While in Video Capture Mode use the LCD display to direct the camcorder at the scene you would like to capture.
  • Page 21 NOTE: • When using the Waterproof Case, make sure to set the camcorder settings before placing it into the case. • While capturing your video, after approximately one minute of video capture, the LCD display turns off in order to save power. The busy LED light remains on and the video continues to be captured.
  • Page 22 VIDEO CAPTURE MODE LCD ICON STATUS DESCRIPTION The following icons appear on the LCD screen and indicate the selected menu options and camera status. Item Function Description Displays the current selected Mode: Mode Selection Video Capture Mode • Standby Mode: Displays the amount of time available for video capture as per selected video Video Counter / resolution and memory card size.

  • Page 23: Photo Capture Mode

    Photo Capture Mode The Photo Capture Mode allows you to capture photos with your digital camcorder. To enter Photo Capture Mode, power on the camcorder and then short press the POWER/MODE button once. The Photo Capture icon appears on the LCD screen. TAKING A PICTURE 1.
  • Page 24 PHOTO CAPTURE MODE BUTTONS Button Description • PHOTO CAPTURE: Press to take the picture. SHUTTER/OK • ENTERS and SAVES SELECTION: Within the Menu, enters and saves the selected Menu Option. Opens and exits the menu options for Photo Capture Mode and General MENU Camera Settings.
  • Page 25 PHOTO CAPTURE MODE LCD ICON STATUS DESCRIPTION The following icons appear on the LCD screen and indicate the selected menu options and camera status. Item Function Description Displays the current selected Mode: Mode Selection Photo Capture Mode Displays the selected Resolution Setting. Photo Resolution The Resolution options include: 12M (4032x3024), 8M (3264x2488),...

  • Page 26: Playback Mode

    Playback Mode The Playback mode allows you to review and delete photos and videos that you’ve captured with your camcorder. To enter Playback Mode, power on your camcorder and then short press the POWER/MODE button twice. When in Playback Mode, a ► play icon (for videos) or a photo icon (for photos) is shown on the top-left corner of the LCD display.
  • Page 27 PLAYING CAPTURED VIDEOS ON YOUR CAMCORDER 1. Scroll through your captured images to select the video you would like to play. 2. To play your selected video press the SHUTTER/OK button. VIDEO CONTROLS: PLAY: To play the selected video, press the SHUTTER/OK button. While the video is playing the elapsed time is displayed on the top left in red.
  • Page 28 DELETING CAPTURED IMAGES While in the Playback mode, you can delete captured videos and photos saved to the Micro SD Memory card in your camcorder using the Playback menu. 1. Enter the Playback Mode. The last captured image (video or photo) appears. 2.

  • Page 29: Menu Options

    Menu Options NAVIGATING THE MENUS To access the Camera Setup Menu: 1. Press the MENU button while in the Video Capture, Photo Capture or Playback Mode. 2. Press the  DOWN or  UP button to select a specific menu. 3.
  • Page 30 CAMERA SETTINGS MENU OPTIONS To open the Camera Setup options, press the MENU button while in Video Capture or Photo Capture Mode. The following menu options appear: Movie Size, Image Size, Exposure, Cyclic Record, ISO, Date Stamp, Quality, White Balance, Capture Mode, Frequency, Screen Saver, Auto Power Off, Language, Beep Sound, Date/Time, Format, Default Setting, Version Menu Name...
  • Page 31 Displays the Cyclic Cyclic Record (No Icon) Off Recording setting. The ‘Cyclic Record’ feature is a circulative 1 Minute function. Select the setting to a desired time and the video will be saved atomically as per 2 Minutes the setting. NOTE: If the memory card is full, the current 3 Minutes video being recorded will replace previously...
  • Page 32 the camera to properly balance the colors in Fluorescent White balance selected for the images that are taken with your camera. fluorescent surrounding. White balance selected for Tungsten tungsten lighting. Capture Mode (No icon) Single Single: Normal image ‘Capture Mode’ allows you to select the capture - one photo at a time 3 Shooting method of capturing your photos: either single...
  • Page 33 after 1 minute of video the LCD appears black and the red LED busy capture. light blinks. Short pressing the Shutter button 3 Minutes: The LCD screen reactivates the LCD screen to show the video goes into screen saver mode being captured.
  • Page 34 buttons. On: A beep can be heard each time a button on the camera is pressed. To set the MM/DD/YY and Date/Time YEAR/MONTH/DAY Hour: Minutes: Seconds: The ‘Date & Time’ menu allows you to set HR: MIN: SECOND - Press the UP/DOWN your camcorder’s date and time.
  • Page 35 PLAYBACK MODE MENUS To open the Playback menu options, press the MENU button while in Playback Mode. The following menus appear when a video or photo is selected: Delete, Format Menu Name Menu Options Menu Option Details and Description Delete Current: Deletes Delete Delete Current the one selected file...

  • Page 36: Computer System Requirements

    Computer System Requirements To be able to download videos and photos to your computer using the ‘Vivitar Experience Image Manager’ Software, you will need the following minimum configuration: WINDOWS OS • MICROSOFT® Windows 7 or later • Pentium® 4 processor (or above)
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  • Page 37: Installing The Software

    On WINDOWS OS the file name is: vivitargeneric_win.exe ON MAC OS in file name is: vivitargeneric_mac.pkg 4. Double click on the downloaded application file to install the Vivitar Experience Image Manager Software. 5. Follow all instructions. 6. Once installation is complete, the Vivitar Experience Image Manager opens automatically.

  • Page 38: Getting Photos And Videos From The Camcorder To The Computer

    Getting Photos and Videos from the Camcorder to the Computer The Micro SD Memory 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. 1.

  • Page 39: Getting Started

    • 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.
  • Page 40 MACINTOSH OS 1. Use the supplied USB cable to connect your camcorder to your computer’s USB port. 2. Power on the camcorder. ‘MSDC’ displays on the LCD screen. 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.

  • Page 41: Camcorder Maintenance

    Camcorder Maintenance Please read the information below carefully before using your camcorder for proper and safe operation, to use the camcorder to its fullest and maintain its performance. MEMORY CARD MAINTENANCE: • For the first time of using a new memory card, or when there is unrecognized data for the camera or images with other cameras in the memory card, please make sure to firstly format the memory card.
  • Page 42 DEVICE MAINTENANCE: • Take good care of the video camera and prevent water or sand particles from entering the video camera when it is used on the beach or near water. Please note that water, sand particles, dust or component containing salt may damage the video camera. •...

  • Page 43: 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 from the time of purchase.

  • Page 44: Technical Support

    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.

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