Vivitar DVR-390H User Manual

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FCC STATEMENT

This DVR-390H complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1)This DVR-390H may not cause harmful interference, and

(2)This DVR-390H must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired

operation

Note:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital DVR-390Hs, pursuant to Part 15

of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential

installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in

accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no

guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference

to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged

to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Use of shielded cable is required to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules. Do

not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual. If such

changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment.

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Page 1: Fcc Statement
FCC STATEMENT This DVR-390H complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)This DVR-390H may not cause harmful interference, and (2)This DVR-390H must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired...
Page 2: Safety Precautions
Do not attempt to modify the DVR-390H. Never operate the DVR-390H in any way while driving a vehicle. Do not cover or wrap the DVR-390H or the AC power adapter with a cloth or quilt. Always use the DVR-390H and its accessories in well-ventilated locations.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS INTRODUCTION...5 Overview...5 Common Package Contents...6 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DVR-390H...7 Front View of Media Player and Camera Module...7 Rear View of Media Player and Camera Module...8 Top View of Docking Cradle...9 LCD Monitor Icons...10 GETTING STARTED... 15 Installing the Battery (Optional Accessory)...15 Charging the Battery...16...
Page 4 Flash Modes...38 Setting the Focus...39 Using the Self-timer...39 USB-IN MODE...40 Installing the USB Driver for Windows 98...40 Transferring Files Between your DVR-390H and Computer...41 MENU OPTIONS - SUMMARY...42 Video and Image Play Menu...42 Audio and MP3 Play Menu... 43 Audio Video Input Menu...44 Video Recording Menu...
Page 5: Introduction
INTRODUCTION Overview Congratulations on purchasing the DVR-390H Digital Multimedia Player! With this device, you will be able to capture still images, record live-video, record live-audio, and record and encode your favorite videos directly from a VCR, DVD player, or your traditional camcorder. Then you can playback your videos, still images, audio files, and also MP3 files anytime, anywhere.
Page 6: Common Package Contents
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery Note: The components and accessories that come with your DVR-390H may be different from those described in this manual. This is due to the fact that different retailers often specify slightly different product inclusions and accessories to suit their market requirements, customer demographics, and geographical preferences. Products will often vary between retailers especially with accessories such as batteries, chargers, AC adapters, memory cards, cables, carrying cases/pouches, and language support.
Page 7: Getting To Know Your Dvr-390H
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DVR-390H Front View of Media Player and Camera Module Power button 2. Headphone jack (standard 3.5 mm) 3. VOL (Volume) button Volume up Volume down 4. Secure Digital (SD) memory card slot 5. Integral Speaker 6. Hand-strap eyelet 7.
Page 8: Rear View Of Media Player And Camera Module
Rear View of Media Player and Camera Module 1. LCD monitor Display button Menu button 4. Multi-selector control Play/Pause button Delete/Back button 7. Camera Module release tab 8. DC IN 5V terminal MIC LINE-IN jack USB port (B-mini) 11. Tripod socket 12.
Page 9: Top View Of Docking Cradle
Multi-Selector Button The multi-selector button acts in two ways. Some operations require that you press straight down on the center of the button. Other functions require that you toggle it like a joystick or game controller. The controller operations (up, down, left, and right) are called “keys” and are refered to as: Up key, Down key, Ok key, etc.
Page 10: Lcd Monitor Icons
LCD Monitor Icons The DVR-390H display presents information about player functionality and your multi-media content. Two rows of icons and on-screen text messages will provide you with useful information. The display icons and their meanings will change depending upon how you are using the player. The following sections explain the various icons and text messages.
Page 11 Still Image Playback Still image mode icon 2. Image quality Super fine Fine Normal 3. Image resolution 2048 x 1536 (Native 3 MP) 1600 x 1200 1280 x 960 4. SD Memory Card indicator (if a card is present) 5. Battery power indicator 6.
Page 12 Fluorescent-2 Lamp In this mode your DVR-390H may be used as a solid-sate (tape less) camcorder. Your videos will be stored to the internal hard drive, or memory card, if present. Much like a tradtional camcorder your videos (with audio) can be recorded and played back at a later time. Unlike a traditional camcorder, however, your videos will be stored in full digital format as ASF video files using MPEG4 compression.
Page 13 Automatic flash In this mode your DVR-390H may be used as a three megapixel digital camera. Your images will be stored to the internal hard drive, or memory card, if present. Your images will be saved to memory in the common JPG format for play back at a later time.
Page 14 Unlike a traditional VCR, however, your videos will be stored in full digital format as ASF files using MPEG4 compression. The video source may be a VCR or DVD player, a traditional camcorder, or a TV signal passed through a monitor. The video signal will be input to the DVR-390H using the “AV-IN” jack on the docking cradle.
Page 15: Getting Started
3. Close the battery cover. Note: If you are not going to use the battery for an extended period of time, remove it from the DVR-390H to prevent leakage or corrosion. Avoid using the battery in extremely cold environments as low temperatures will shorten the battery life and reduce...
Page 16: Charging The Battery
Note: The DVR-390H must be used with the specified AC power adapter. Damage caused by the use of an incorrect adapter is not covered under the warranty. Always make sure that the DVR-390H is off before removing the battery.
Page 17: Using An Ac Power Adapter
Note also the steps in the preceding section “Charging the Battery”. Note: Make sure to use only the AC power adapter specified for the DVR-390H. Damage caused by the use of an incorrect adapter is not covered under the warranty.
Page 18: Inserting And Removing An Sd Memory Card (Optional Accessory)
Inserting and Removing an SD Memory Card (Optional Accessory) The DVR-390H comes with 20 GB of internal memory, allowing you to store a considerable number of images, videos, and audio files. You may expand the memory capacity and enjoy the convenience of added data portability by using an optional SD (Secure Digital) memory card.
Page 19: Attaching And Removing The Camera Module (Optional Accessory)
Attaching and Removing the Camera Module (Optional Accessory) You can capture an image or record video clips by using the camera module. Note: The DVR-390H must be powered off before attaching or removing the camera module, otherwise, the DVR-390H will automatically shut down. Attaching the Camera Module First, note the six small guide rails on the player body and corresponding notches in the camera module swivel connector.
Page 20: Docking Cradle
Docking Cradle With the docking cradle, you can position your DVR-390H and play back your images and video clips on your desktop. You may also use the cradle or connect to other media devices to play back (output to a TV monitor or another recorder recording device, for example) or record (input from a video source such as a DVD player, for example).
Page 21: Choosing The Display Language
Choosing the Display Language When first turning the DVR-390H on, the Language setting screen will automatically appear, letting you choose a language for information displayed on the LCD monitor. Select the desired language using the Up/Down keys and press the...
Page 22: Setting The Date And Time
The date and time setting screen will automatically appear if/when: The DVR-390H is turned on for the first time. The DVR-390H is turned on after leaving the DVR-390H without the battery for an extended period of time. (Typically, more than two hours.) Changing the date and time setting 1.
Page 23: Entering The Main Menu
Entering the Main Menu After turning on the DVR-390H, the Main Menu screen appears, letting you select the desired mode by using the Left/Right/Up/Down keys, and enter the one you’ve selected by using the Ok key. For returning to Main Menu from each mode, press the button and hold about 2 seconds (long key).
Page 24: Formatting Internal Memory Or An Sd Memory Card
Important Note: The DVR-390H assigns preference to SD card memory. Whenever an SD memory card is inserted the DVR-390H will automatically begin to use the SD card instead of internal memory. An SD memory card is not only assigned “first priority” but also exclusivity. Access to internal memory is not available when an SD card is used.
Page 25: Setting Image And Video Resolution And Quality
To change image/video resolution or quality, perform these steps: 1. Turn on your DVR-390H. 2. Use the Up/Down/Left/Right keys to select "VIDEO REC" or "IMAGE REC". Press the Ok key to enter the desired mode.
Page 26: Playback Modes
You may play back videos from internal memory or those that may be stored on a memory card. Viewing video clips 1. Turn on your DVR-390H. 2. Use the Up/Down/Left/Right keys to select VIDEO PLAY mode. Press the Ok key to enter the Video playback mode.
Page 27: Still-Image Playback
In Still-Image Playback mode, you can view your still-images, magnify (enlarge) them for detailed viewing, or run a slide show. When placed in the cradle the DVR-390H sits as a convenient angle for desktop viewing. Consider using your DVR-390H as a desktop electronic photo gallery display. Use the AC adapter, adjust your settings, and use your DVR-390H as an electronic desktop photo album.
Page 28: Displaying Image Information
You can play back your videos and images on a TV screen or digital projector. Before connecting to any video device, however, make sure to select, on the DVR-390H, the video broadcast standard (NTSC or PAL) which matches the video broadcast standard of the video equipment you are going to connect to the media player. It is also recommended that you use an AC power adapter while viewing your images and video files on a TV monitor.
Page 29: Protecting Videos And Images
You can protect your video clips and images from accidental deletion by selecting the Protect function in the Video or Image Playback modes. Follow these steps to protect an image or video. 1. Turn on your DVR-390H. 2. Use the Up/Down/Left/Right keys to select Video or Still-Image Playback mode.
Page 30: Deleting Videos And Images
Deleting Videos and Images You may selectively delete any unprotected image or video from your DVR-390H. To delete videos or images from internal memory, remember to remove your SD memory card. To delete one video or image 1. Turn on your DVR-390H.
Page 31: Slide Show Display
The slide show function enables you to play back your images automatically in sequential order as a slide show. This is a very useful and entertaining feature for reviewing recorded images and for presentations. 1. Turn on your DVR-390H. 2. Use the Up/Down/Left/Right keys to select IMAGE PLAY mode.
Page 32: Mp3 And Audio Playback
MP3 and Audio Playback The DVR-390H allows you to play MP3 and ASF audio files anytime, anywhere. 1. Turn on your DVR-390H. 2. Use the Up/Down/Left/Right keys to select MP3 or Audio Play modes. Press the Ok key to enter that mode.
Page 33: Recording Modes
Recording from a video source using Audio/Video (AV) direct Input In this mode your DVR-390H may be used as a solid-sate (tape less) video recorder - from a video source. (Think of it as a VCR – without tapes.) Your video recordings will be stored to the internal hard drive, or memory card, if present.
Page 34: Audio Recording
Audio Recording The DVR-390H allows you to record audio files anytime and anywhere. In this mode your DVR-390H may be used as a solid-sate (tape less) voice (or sound) recorder. Your sound recordings will be stored to the internal hard drive, or memory card, if present. Much like a tradtional tape recorder your sound files can be recorded and played back at a later time.
Page 35: Capture Modes
Video Recording using the Camera Module (Video Rec Mode) In this mode your DVR-390H may be used as a solid-sate (tape less) camcorder.Your videos will be stored to the internal hard drive, or memory card, if present. Much like a tradtional camcorder your videos (with audio) can be recorded and played back at a later time.
Page 36: Setting The Exposure Value And White Balance
(the contrast) is large, or when the subject that you wish to capture is very small within the scene. Exposure can be set in 0.3 EV units. 1. Power on the DVR-390H. Make sure the DVR-390H is in IMAGE/ VIDEO REC mode.
Page 37: Capturing Still Images Using The Camera Module (Image Rec Mode)
After connecting the camera module to your DVR-390H you may capture images anytime, anywhere. In this mode your DVR-390H may be used as a three megapixel digital camera. Your images will be stored to the internal hard drive, or memory card, if present. Your images will be saved to memory in the common JPG format for play back at a later time.
Page 38: Flash Modes
The flash is designed to function automatically when lighting conditions warrant the use of flash. You can capture an image using a flash mode suitable to your circumstances. 1. Power on the DVR-390H. Make sure the DVR-390H is in IMAGE REC mode. 2. Press the Flash key repeatedly until the desired flash mode appears.
Page 39: Setting The Focus
10 seconds. The self-timer LED starts blinking relatively slowly for seven seconds and then blinks rapidly for the final three seconds. 1. Power on the DVR-390H. Make sure the DVR-390H is in IMAGE REC mode.
Page 40: Usb-In Mode
USB-IN MODE By using the USB-IN function, you can transfer files between your DVR-390H and computer. 1. Turn on your DVR-390H and computer. 2. Connect one end of the USB cable to an available USB port on your computer. Please install the USB driver before connecting the USB cable to you computer.
Page 41: Transferring Files Between Your Dvr-390H And Computer
Mac extensions for the DVR-390H. Mac OS 9.6 and OS X will find that your computer automatically recognizes the DVR-390H as a USB mass storage device. When the DVR-390H is connected to your Mac, a volume will be mounted to the desktop.
Page 42: Menu Options - Summary
MENU OPTIONS - SUMMARY Video and Image Play Menu Use this menu to create an on-camera slide show. You can also use the play menu to protect or delete one or all images. Protect You may protest images and videos from accidental erasure. Refer to the section in this manual titled "Protecting Videos and Images"...
Page 43: Audio And Mp3 Play Menu
Audio and MP3 Play Menu Use this menu to play selected Audio and/or MP3 files or delete these files at once. Repeat This option allows you to repeatedly play your MP3 or audio files according to your preferences. Select Off to play the listed files only once.
Page 44: Audio Video Input Menu
Audio Video Input Menu Video size Sets the desired video resolution. : 640 x 480 pixels : 320 x 240 pixels Video quality Sets the quality (compression rate) at which video is to be recorded. Super fine Fine Normal...
Page 45: Video Recording Menu
Video Recording Menu Use this menu to select video resolution, video quality, exposure value, and white balance. Video size Sets the desired video resolution. : 640 x 480 pixels : 320 x 240 pixels Video quality Sets the quality (compression rate) at which the video is to be recorded. Super fine Fine Normal...
Page 46 The human eye adapts to changes in light so that white objects still appear white even when the light changes. With a digital camera, however, the color of the subject is influenced by the color of the light surrounding it.
Page 47: Still Image Recording Menu
Still Image Recording Menu You can use this menu to select still-image resolution and quality. You may also adjust exposure value, white balance, and ISO. Image size Sets the desired image resolution. : 2048 x 1536 pixels : 1600 x 1200 pixels : 1280 x 960 pixels Image quality Sets the quality (compression rate) at which the still images will be...
Page 48 You may select the preferred photographic ISO for image capture. The higher the ISO sensitivity value the greater sensitivity, but with increased noise. With a higher sensitivity, images can be captured with less light. [Auto]: Automatic adjustment [100]: Sensitivity equivalent to ISO100 [200]: Sensitivity equivalent to ISO200 [400]: Sensitivity equivalent to ISO400 Date imprint...
Page 49: System Menu
The play volume can be adjusted from 0 to 5. Power off If the DVR-390H goes unused for a certain period of time while the DVR-390H is powered on, it will switch to idle mode, and eventually turn itself off to conserve power.
Page 50: Custom Menu
Adjusts the LCD monitor’s brightness from [+5] to [-5]. Date setup After removing the batteries from the DVR-390H, the date and time may return to the default settings. If this happens, reset the date and time when using the DVR-390H. Refer to section in this manual titled "Setting the Date and Time"...
Page 51: Installing Windvd Creator
Automatic Scene Detection that automatically breaks up the video you transfer into both short clips and scenes. To Install WinDVD Creator: 1. Insert the CD-ROM packaged with the DVR-390H into the CD-ROM drive. The welcome screen appears. 2. Click “Install WinDVD Creator”. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
Page 52: Installing Muvee
- each one in a radically different style, and with a polished, professional feel. To Install Muvee autoProducer: 1. Insert the CD-ROM packaged with the DVR-390H into the CD-ROM drive. The welcome screen appears. 2. Click “Install Muvee autoProducer”. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
Page 53: Installing Photosuite
Get your images ready and go explore this amazing program. To Install PhotoSuite: 1. Insert the CD-ROM packaged with the DVR-390H into the CD-ROM drive. The welcome screen appears. 2. Click “Install PhotoSuite”. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
Page 54: Installing Acrobat Reader
The CD-ROM includes a PDF (portable document format) copy of the user’s manual. To view a PDF you must have Acrobat Reader installed in your computer. Acrobat Reader is included on the DVR-390H CD ROM. Using Acrobat Reader, you can read the user’s manual and print sections of interest.
Page 55: User's Manual On Cd-Rom
Alternatively, browse the CD ROM to find the PDF file. For Mac users: 1. Insert the CD-ROM that came with the DVR-390H into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Select and double-click “Install User's Manual”. 3. Select and double-click the language that you want.
Page 56: Devices
CONNECTING THE DVR-390H TO OTHER DEVICES AV Cable USB Cable SD Card Reader SD Card Reader PCMCIA Adapter Notebook Computer Printer...
Page 57: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Item Image sensor Image resolution Video resolution LCD monitor Lens Memory type External (removable) Memory Self-timer Digital zoom Compression formats Flash Mode Exposure compensation White balance Description 3 Mega Pixel Sensor 2048 x 1536, 1600 x 1200, 1280 x 960 VGA 640 x 480, QVGA 320 x 240 3.6’’...
Page 58 Item Power Media Player ports and interface Cradle interface Dimensions: Media player body Camera module Weight: Media Player body * Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Description Rechargeable lithium-ion battery (optional) AC power adapter, 5VDC/3A (optional) Headphone jack: 3.5 mm plug (stereo) MIC LINE-IN jack: 2.5 mm plug (mono) Speaker (mono) USB port (B-mini)