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- Page 1 ViviCam 8119 Digital Camera User Manual © 2009-2013 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
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ..........................2 What’s Included ..........................2 Parts of the Camera ........................3 Initial Camera Setup ........................4 Main Camera Modes ........................7 Camera Technical Specifications ....................8 Computer System Requirements ....................9 Powering the Camera On/Off ..................... 10 Photo Capture Mode ........................ -
Page 3: Introduction
This camera is a plug and play device. You can download the pictures and videos captured by your camera without the software by directly accessing the camera’s memory card from your computer. It is recommended however that you install the Vivitar Experience Image Manager Software to enjoy the full Vivitar experience. -
Page 4: Parts Of The Camera
Parts of the Camera 1. Power Button Down / Playback Button 2. Shutter Button Up / Flash Button 3. LCD Screen 10. SD Memory Card Slot 4. LED 11. Wrist Strap Connector 5. W / Zoom Out 12. USB Port 6. -
Page 5: Initial Camera Setup
Initial Camera Setup Installing the Batteries Installing the Memory Card Slide off the front cover and insert 2x AAA (1.5V) batteries. SD Memory card (up to 32GB) Alkaline batteries recommended. Batteries not included. needed for normal use. Turning On the Camera Using the Camera... -
Page 6: Powering The Camera On
POWERING THE CAMERA ON Batteries Slide the front cover of your camera towards the right to reveal and open the battery compartment. Make sure to properly insert the batteries into your digital camera, according to the polarity shown inside the battery compartment. Use 2 x AAA (1.5V) batteries. - Page 7 SD Card Make sure an SD card has been properly inserted into your camera. (SD card not included.) To properly insert the SD Card: Push the SD card into the slot in the direction shown on the camera (see SD icon by the SD card slot).
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Page 8: Main Camera Modes
Main Camera Modes Your camera has different modes for the various camera functions. You can switch modes by pressing the MENU button on your camera after the camera has been powered ON. Photo Capture Mode Use this mode to capture pictures with your camera. This is the default mode when the camera is powered ON. -
Page 9: Camera Technical Specifications
Camera Technical Specifications Image Sensor CMOS 3264x2448 (8MP) 4:3, 3648x2048 (7M)16:9HD, Image Resolution 2592x1944 (5M 4:3), 2048x1536 (3M 4:3), 1920x1080 (2M 16:9HD), 640X480 (VGA 4:3) Video Resolution 640x480 VGA, 320x240 QVGA File Format JPEG (Photo) /AVI (Video) Internal Memory 1 Test Photo Use Only External Memory SD Card (up to 32GB) LCD Display... -
Page 10: Computer System Requirements
Computer System Requirements To be able to download photos and videos to your computer using the Vivitar Experience™ Image Manager Software, you will need the following minimum configuration: WINDOWS OS MICROSOFT® Windows XP with Service Pack 3, Windows Vista with Service Pack 1 or MICROSOFT®... -
Page 11: Powering The Camera On/Off
Powering the Camera On/Off Make sure the batteries have been inserted properly into your digital camera. If your camera 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 camera. (SD card up to 32GB - SD Card not included) Please see Initial Camera Setup for more information. -
Page 12: Photo Capture Mode
Please download the test images to your computer using the Vivitar Experience Image Manager software as described below in the section “Transfer photos and videos to your computer” as soon as possible or insert... -
Page 13: Flash Options
FLASH OPTIONS Your camera has a built in flash function which enables you to take photos in poor lighting conditions. There are several Flash options available on your camera. The options appear on the Photo Capture Mode LCD screen in sequence. To change the Flash mode, press the Up /Flash until you arrive at your desired settings. -
Page 14: Digital Zoom Function
DIGITAL ZOOM FUNCTION You can magnify your subject using the digital zoom. Use the T and W buttons to adjust the zoom. Press the T button to zoom in on your subject. Press the W button to zoom back out. SELF TIMER The Self Timer menu allows you to set a delay between the time that the camera’s Shutter button is pressed and the actual capture of the picture. -
Page 15: Frequency Settings
Press the Menu button. Press the Up/Down button to select the RESOLUTION option. Press the Shutter button. Press the Up/Down button to select one of the following resolutions: 8M / 7M / 5M / 3M / 2M / VGA. Press the Shutter button again to confirm your selection. The corresponding icon will appear on the LCD screen. -
Page 16: Anti-Shake Function
ANTI-SHAKE FUNCTION The Anti-Shake feature reduces image distortion that can be caused by movement of the camera while capturing the image. Press the Menu button. Press the Up/Down button and select the ANTI-SHAKE option. Press the Shutter button. Use the Up/Down button to select either: “ON”... -
Page 17: Video Capture Mode
Video Capture Mode The Video Capture Mode allows you to capture videos with your digital camera. When the camera is first powered ON, the camera will be in Photo Capture Mode. SET CAMERA TO VIDEO MODE To set your camera to Video Mode: Power on your camera. - Page 18 CHANGE IMAGE RESOLUTION Select the Video (AVI) Mode option (see steps above for instructions). Press the Menu button. Press the Up/Down button to select the RESOLUTION option. Press the Shutter button. Press the Up/Down button to select one of the following resolutions: VGA or QVGA.
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Page 19: Playback Mode
Playback Mode The Playback Mode allows you to review and delete photos and videos that you’ve already taken with your camera. When you first turn on the camera, the camera will be in Photo Capture mode by default. Press the Playback button to open the Playback Mode. ... -
Page 20: Thumbnail View
PLAYBACK VIDEO (AVI) FILES Press the Down/Playback button to enter Playback Mode. Select an AVI file in your SD memory card by pressing the Up/Down button. Press the Menu button. Press the Up/Down button to select the PLAY option. Press the Shutter button to start playing. Press the Shutter button again to stop playing. - Page 21 Press the Shutter button and select one of the following options: “Delete One” in order to delete the selected image (photo or video). “Delete All” to delete all the files (photos and videos) saved to your SD memory card. Press the Shutter button. Press the Up/Down button to select either “Yes”...
- Page 22 PRINT YOUR PHOTOS Your camera supports the PictBridge printing function that allows you to print photos any time directly from the camera’s memory to a connected printer. In the Playback mode press the Up/Down button to select a photo you would like to print. Press the Menu button.
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Page 23: Installing The Software
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. WINDOWS: 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”... -
Page 24: Connecting The Camera To The Computer
12) MACINTOSH: Click the “Quit” button when the installation is complete. Click the “Launch Vivitar Experience™ Image Manager” to open the application. 13) If you close the application you can run the Vivitar Experience™ Image Manager from the Programs (WINDOWS) or Applications (MACINTOSH) menu on your computer. -
Page 25: Getting Photos And Videos From Your Camera To Your Computer
Getting Photos and Videos from your Camera 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. The “Get media from device”... -
Page 26: Get Started
Use automatic “Geotagging” with built in Google Maps For more details on how to use the Vivitar Experience™ Image Manager open the “Help” from the menu option or click the “Take a Tour” button on the application’s Home screen. -
Page 27: Transferring Photos And Videos: Macintosh
TRANSFERRING PHOTOS AND VIDEOS: MACINTOSH Use the USB cable that came with your camera to connect your camera to your computer. MSDC appears on the LCD. The camera’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. -
Page 28: Camera Maintenance
Camera Maintenance The digital camera is a delicate device. Please handle your camera with care to avoid damaging it. Do not expose your camera to heat sources. Do not use you camera in wet or moist conditions. Sakar Warranty Card This warranty covers for the original consumer purchaser only and is not transferable. -
Page 29: 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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