DVR 786HD

Full HD Action Camcorder

User Manual

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CONTENTS
Introduction .................................................................................................................................. 2
Whats 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 ....................................................................................................... 17
Navigating the Menus................................................................................................................. 18
Video Capture Mode .................................................................................................................. 19
Photo Capture Mode .................................................................................................................. 23
Playback Mode ........................................................................................................................... 27
Menu Options ............................................................................................................................. 31
Computer System Requirements ............................................................................................... 45
Installing the Software ................................................................................................................ 46
Connecting the Camcorder to the Computer .............................................................................. 47
Getting Photos and Videos from the Camcorder to the Computer ............................................. 48
Getting Started! .......................................................................................................................... 49
Transferring Images Manually from the Camcorder to the Computer ......................................... 49
Camcorder Maintenance ............................................................................................................ 51
Sakar Warranty Card .................................................................................................................. 53
Technical Support ....................................................................................................................... 54
Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................... 54

Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this digital HD Action Camcorder. Everything you need to take quality
digital videos and photos is included with your camcorder.

Vivitar makes capturing those special moments as easy as possible.

Please read this manual carefully first in order to get the most out of your digital camcorder.
NOTE:

Your digital action camcorder supports a Micro SD Memory Card (up to 32GB, Class 4 or
higher).
In order to use your digital action camcorder normally, please insert the Micro SD Memory
card before use.
Micro SD Memory cards are not included and need to be purchased separately.

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.

Whats Included

1. Action Camcorder

6. Waterproof Casing

2. USB Cable

7. Bicycle Mount

3. AC Adapter

8. Helmet Mount & Band

4. Vivitar Experience Installation CD

5. Remote Control

NOTE:

Camera shield and Built-in Lithium Battery included (not shown).

Micro SD Card not included.

Parts of the Camcorder

1. Shutter / OK button

9. Down / Zoom Out Button

2. Microphone

10. Menu / Back Button

3. Power / Mode Button

11. Infrared Signal Reception Light

4. Tripod Mount

12. Lens

5. Reset Button

13. LCD Screen

6. Micro SD Memory Card Slot

14. LED Charge Light Indicator

7. USB Interface

15. LED Busy Light Indicator

8. UP / Zoom In Button

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. Connect the other end to the USB interface of your computer.
See images below: 1 and 2.
3. The LED charge light turns on while charging is in progress. The charge light turns off
when the battery is fully charged.

See images below: 3 and 4.

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. See images below: 1 and 2.
3. The charge light will turn off when the battery is fully charged.
See images below: 3 and 4.

BATTERY INDICATOR
The following icons appear on the camera and indicate the status of the cameras 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.
Once Low Battery appears on the LCD, this indicates
that the battery level is completely exhausted and the
camcorder automatically turns off after a few seconds.
Please fully recharge the battery.

INSTALLING THE MICRO SD MEMORY CARD

Make sure a Micro SD Memory card Class 4 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. Power off the camcorder.
2. Insert the Micro SD Card into the Micro SD Card slot in the direction as shown on the
camcorder (see SD icon by the Micro SD card slot).
3. Gently press the Micro SD Card until you hear a slight clicking sound. This indicates the
memory card has been inserted correctly.
4. To remove the card, gently press on the edge of the card to release it and pull the card
out.
5. If the card is inserted or removed while the camcorder's power is on, it may damage the
card and/or any recorded data. Always confirm that the power is off before inserting the
card into the camcorder.
NOTE: Make sure there is room on the Micro SD Memory Card to capture images. If the
memory card is full, additional images cannot be captured and saved to the card.

TURNING ON AND USING THE CAMERA

Press the POWER button, located on top of the camcorder, to turn on the camcorder.

/ Switching Modes

NOTE: 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.

Remote Control
Signal emission port

Power off button

Video button

Photo button

Infrared signal reception light

You can use the remote control to record videos, take photos and shut down the Mini Action
Camcorder. When using the remote control, aim the signal emission to the port to the infrared
signal reception light of the camcorder, and then press the Video button, Photo (Snap) button or
POWER OFF button.

Remote Control Buttons:

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Video Button: Press the Video Button to start recording your video. Press the Video
Button again to stop recording the video.

Photo (Snap) Button: Press the Photo (Snap) Button to automatically open the Photo
Capture Mode and take a Photo.

Power Off: Press the Power Off Button to turn off your camcorder. To power on again,
press the Power button on the camcorder.

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Main Camcorder Modes

VIDEO CAPTURE MODE
Use this mode to capture videos with your digital camcorder.
Slide the MODE Switch to the Video Capture icon to open the Video Capture Mode.
To take a video, aim your camcorder as desired and press the Shutter button to start
recording. A blinking, red record indicator appears on the LCD screen while the recording
is in progress. To stop the recording, press the Shutter button again. The video is
automatically saved to your camcorders memory card.

PHOTO CAPTURE MODE

Use this mode to capture pictures with your camcorder.
Slide the MODE Switch to the Photo Capture icon to open the Photo Capture Mode.
To take a picture, aim your camcorder as desired and press the Shutter button.
The picture is automatically saved to your camcorders memory card.

PLAYBACK MODE (PHOTOS & VIDEOS)

Use this mode to view and manage the photos and videos on your camcorder.
Slide the MODE Switch to the Playback icon to open the Playback mode for photos and
videos. You can scroll through the photos and videos that youve previously taken to view
or delete them as desired.

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Camcorder Technical Specifications

Image Sensor

CMOS Sensor
FHD (1920x1080P@30fps), HD720P (1280X720@60fps),

Video Resolution
HD720P (1280X720@30fps)
12M (4000x3000), 8M (3264x2488),
Photo Resolution
5M (2592x1944), 1M (1280x960)
File Format

AVI/MOV (Video), JPEG (Photo)

External Memory

Micro SD Memory card, Class 4 or higher, up to 32GB

LCD Display

2.0TFT

Zoom

4X Digital Zoom

Focus Range

2.8M

White Balance

Auto, Daily, Cloudy, Fluorescent H, Tungsten

Light Exposure (Photo)

+2, +1, Auto, -1, -2

Metering

Center, Multi, Spot

Auto Power Off

Off, 1 min., 3 min., 5 min.

English, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Polish,

Languages
Russian, Greek
Interface

Micro USB
MICROSOFT Windows XP (SP3), Vista (SP1) or 7

System Requirements
MACINTOSH OSX v10.5.x and above
Battery

Built-in 700mAH Lithium Battery

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Camcorder Mounts and Accessories

WATERPROOF CASE
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3
1. Clamp
2. Shutter Release
3. Power/Mode Button
4. Tripod Mount

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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. To open the case: Insert a finger at the half circle of the latch by prying the latch up - away
from the case.
2. Insert the camera lens forward into the case.
3. Before sealing the waterproof case, make sure the camera housings rubber seal clean.
Close the door and secure the latch.
4. While the camcorder is in the waterproof casing, press the POWER/MODE button to select
Video Capture Mode, Photo Capture Mode or Playback Mode. Press the Shutter button
for recording your videos and capturing your photos.

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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.
Before opening the waterproof casing and putting the device in, carefully check whether
the waterproof ring of the casing is flat and smooth.
After placing the device into the waterproof casing and closing the cover, carefully check
whether the waterproof ring is deformed due to pressure.
After every use in salt water you will need to rinse the outside of the housing with non-salt
water and dry. Not doing this can eventually cause corrosion of the hinge pin and salt
buildup in the seal, which can cause failure.
To clean the seal, rinse in fresh water and shake dry (drying with a cloth may cause lint to
compromise the seal). Re-install the seal into the grooves of the housing.

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INSTALLING THE BICYCLE MOUNT: HANDLEBAR CLAMP

INSTALLING THE HELMET MOUNTING SYSTEM

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Powering On Your Camcorder

TURNING POWER ON AND OFF
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 camcorders buzzer.
2. Press and hold the POWER button again for about 3 seconds to turn the power off.
The LCD screen briefly displays Goodbye screen and then powers off.

A beep can

also be heard from the buzzer as the camcorder is being powered off.

AUTO POWER OFF POWER SAVING FEATURE:

Your digital camcorder includes an Auto Power Off power feature that automatically turns off your
camcorder after a specified time that your camcorder is left idle. The specified time can be set
using the Power Save menu option. Once the camcorder is automatically powered off, you can
long press the POWER button to power on the camcorder.

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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.

When the camera is first powered ON, the Video Capture Mode will be active.

The icons that appear on the LCD screen are the best default settings so that you can begin to
capture and enjoy clear quality photos and videos.

SWITCHING MODES
After turning on the camcorder, you can press the POWER/MODE button to switch between the
three modes in turn:

In Video Capture Mode, press the SHUTTER button to start recording and press it again
to stop.

In Photo Capture Mode, press the SHUTTER button to take photo.

In Playback Mode, press the SHUTTER button to play back your captured Video.

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.

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Navigating the Menus

PHOTO CAPTURE, VIDEO CAPTURE AND PLAYBACK MENUS
To access the Main Menu for each Mode:
1.

Press the MENU button to open the Main Menus for the current mode.

2.

Press the DOWN or UP button to select a specific menu.

The selected option appears highlighted.

3.

Press the SHUTTER/OK button to confirm and save your selection and open the options for
the menu you have selected.
To select a specific option, press the DOWN or UP button and then the SHUTTER/OK

4.

button to save the selected option and return to the Main Menu.
NOTE:
To go back from the submenus or exit the Main Menu, press the MENU button.

GENERAL CAMCORDER SETTINGS MENUS

To access the General Camcorder Settings Menu:
1. Press the MENU button while in the Photo Capture, Video Capture or Playback Mode.
2. Short press the POWER/MODE button to select the General Camcorder Settings icon

3. Press the DOWN or UP button to select a specific menu.

4. Press the SHUTTER/OK button to confirm and save your selection and open the options for
the menu you have selected.
5. To select a specific option, press the DOWN or UP button and then the SHUTTER/OK
button to save the selected option and return to the Main Menu.
NOTE:

At any time you can press the MENU button to exit the menus and return to the previous
screen.

Once you change a setting, the setting is saved by your camera until you manually change
the setting or restore the cameras default factory settings.

After selecting your desired setting, some settings appear as an icon on the LCD screen in
Capture Mode indicating the option selected.

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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.
NOTE: The time available for video capture (as per the installed memory card size and
selected resolution) is shown on the top right of the LCD screen.
2. Zoom Options:
Press the UP / ZOOM IN or DOWN /ZOOM OUT button to better set the camcorder
display if desired.
NOTE: While using the Zoom options, the zoom magnification is indicated on the top right
of the LCD screen.
3. Changing Resolution:
If you would like to change the resolution, press the MENU button and then press the
DOWN button to select Movie Size. Next, press the SHUTTER/OK button to view the
Movie Size options. Press the UP / DOWN button to select an option and then
press the SHUTTER/OK button to confirm the option.
The Movie Size options include:
1080P -

FHD 1920x1080P@30fps

720P -

HD720P 1280X720@60fps

720P -

HD720P 1280X720@30fps

4. Capturing the Video:

START: Press the SHUTTER button to start the video capture.
The camcorders LED busy light turns on and blinks. All icons disappear and the elapsed
time appears on the top right corner of the LCD screen along with a blinking REC icon

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that indicates the recording is in progress.

STOP: To stop the video recording, press the SHUTTER button again.
5. The video is automatically saved to the camcorders Micro SD Memory card.

NOTE:

When using the Waterproof Case, make sure to set the zoom and 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. Press the SHUTTER button to reactivate the LCD display.

VIDEO CAPTURE MODE BUTTONS

Button

SHUTTER/OK

Description

START/STOP: Starts and stops the video capture.

ENTERS and SAVES SELECTION: Within the Menu, enters and saves
the selected Menu Option.

Opens and exits the menu options for Video Capture Mode and General
MENU

Camera Settings.
NOTE: Use the UP/DOWN/POWER buttons to navigate.
LONG PRESS: Powers the camcorder on/off.
SHORT PRESS:
-

POWER / MODE

Standby Mode: Toggles between the Video Capture Mode, Photo Capture
Mode and Playback Mode.

Menu Mode: Toggles between the current mode menu and the camcorder
setting menus.

UP
DOWN

ZOOM: Zooms IN

NAVIGATES MENU: Navigates within the Menus.

ZOOM: Zooms OUT

NAVIGATES MENU: Navigates within the Menus.

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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
Displays the selected Video Quality Setting.

Video Quality

The Video Quality options include:

Super Fine, Fine, Normal

Video Resolution

Displays the selected Resolution Setting.

Selection

The Resolution options include:

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1080P - FHD 1920x1080P@30fps

720P -

HD720P 1280X720@60fps

720P -

HD720P 1280X720@30fps

Standby Mode: Displays the amount of time

available for video capture as per selected video
resolution and memory card size.

Video Counter /
4

Record Indicator

Record Mode: Displays the elapsed time as the

video is being recorded and a blinking REC
icon appears. Note that all Standby icons do not
appear while recording is in progress.

Displays the zoom magnification amount as you

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Zoom Indicator

press Zoom In and Zoom Out. x1.0 x4.0

Displays the current status of the battery level.
The battery level is full.

Battery Indicator
The battery level is empty. Indication to
recharge the battery.

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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. Selecting the Scene with the LCD Display:
While in Photo Capture Mode use the LCD display to direct the camcorder at the scene
you would like to capture.
2. Zoom Options:
Press the UP / ZOOM IN or DOWN /ZOOM OUT button to better set the camcorder
display if desired.
NOTE: While using the Zoom options, the zoom magnification is indicated on the top right
of the LCD screen.
3. Changing Resolution:
If you would like to change the resolution, press the MENU button and then press the
DOWN button to select Resolution. Next, press the SHUTTER/OK button to view the
Resolution options. Press the UP / DOWN button to select an option and then press
the SHUTTER/OK button to confirm the option.
The Resolution options include:
12M (4000x3000)
8M (3264x2488)
5M (2592x1944)
1M (1280x960)
4. Press the SHUTTER button to capture the photo.
The amount of photos that can be captured with the available memory and selected
resolution appears on the top, right corner of the LCD screen.
5. The photo is automatically saved to the camcorders Micro SD Memory card.

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NOTE:
When using the Waterproof Case, make sure to set the zoom and camcorder settings before
placing it into the case.

PHOTO CAPTURE MODE BUTTONS

Button

SHUTTER/OK

Description

PHOTO CAPTURE: Press to take the picture.

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.
NOTE: Use the UP/DOWN/POWER buttons to navigate.
LONG PRESS: Powers the camcorder on/off.
SHORT PRESS:
-

POWER / MODE

Standby Mode: Toggles between the Video Capture Mode, Photo

Capture Mode and Playback Mode.

Menu Mode: Toggles between the current mode menu and the
camcorder setting menus.

UP
DOWN

ZOOM: Zooms IN

NAVIGATES MENU: Navigates within the Menus.

ZOOM: Zooms OUT

NAVIGATES MENU: Navigates within the Menus.

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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 Burst Mode setting:

Burst Mode

The Burst Mode options include:

OFF (no Icon), 3 photos, 5 photos, 10 photos
Displays the selected Self-Timer setting:

Self-Timer

The Self-Timer options include:

OFF (no Icon), 2 seconds, 10 seconds

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Displays the selected Quality Setting.

4

Photo Quality

The Quality options include:

Super Fine, Fine, Normal
Displays the selected Resolution Setting.

Photo Resolution
5

Selection

The Resolution options include:

12M (4000x3000), 8M (3264x2488),
5M (2592x1944), 1M (1280x960)
Displays the amount of photos available for photo

Photo Counter /
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capture as per selected photo resolution and memory

Record Indicator
card size.
Displays the zoom magnification amount as you

Zoom Indicator

press Zoom In and Zoom Out. x1.0 x4.0

Displays the current status of the battery level.
The battery level is full.

Battery Indicator
The battery level is empty. Indication to
recharge the battery.

Detection

Displays the selected Detection setting.

The Detection options include:
OFF (no icon), Face Tracking, Smile Detect

NOTE:

Some icons appear only when the selected setting is ON as per the selected option.
These settings include: Burst Mode, Self-Timer, Detection

If the selection is set to OFF: No icon is displayed on the LCD.

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Playback Mode
The Playback mode allows you to review and delete photos and videos that youve captured with
you camcorder.
To enter Playback Mode, power on your camcorder and then short press the POWER/MODE
button twice.
The Playback Mode icon appears on the LCD screen.

VIEWING CAPTURED IMAGES

While in Playback mode, you can scroll through your captured images to view each image.
1. Press the DOWN button to view the next image.
2. Press the UP button to view the previous image.
NOTE:

Videos appear with the Video icon displayed on the bottom, left corner of the LCD screen.
Photos appear without an icon.

The numbered sequence of captured images is shown on the top, right of the LCD
screen.

PLAYING CAPTURED VIDEOS ON YOUR CAMCORDER

1. Scroll through your captured images to select the video you would like to play.
2. VIDEO CONTROLS:
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PLAY/PAUSE: To play the selected video, press the SHUTTER/OK button.

While the video is playing the elapsed time is displayed on the top right.
The video controls are displayed on the bottom:
PLAY/: To play the selected video, press the SHUTTER/OK button.

REWIND: Press the UP button to fast REWIND the video.

PAUSE: Press the OK button to PAUSE the video and press again to continue playing

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the video.
-

FORWARD: Press the DOWN button to fast FORWARD the video.

STOP: Press the MENU button to STOP the video playback.

NOTE: Your camcorder does not include a speaker. In order to hear the sound of the captured
video you must view the file on your computer. Connect your camcorder via the supplied USB
cable to your computer and then you can either download or view directly from the camcorder on
your computer. See the following sections for more information:
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Getting Photos and Videos from the Camera to the Computer

Transferring Images Manually from the Camcorder to the Computer

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. Select the image you would like to delete.
3. Press the MENU button to enter the Playback Mode menu options.
NOTE: To exit the menu options, press the MENU button.
4. Press the UP or DOWN button to select and highlight the Delete menu option.
5. Press OK to enter the Delete menu options.
The following options appear:
- Single: This option deletes the selected image.
- All: This option deletes all unlocked images (videos and photos).
Press the UP or DOWN button to select an option and then press the OK button to
confirm.
6. A window then appears to confirm your selected Delete option.
The following options appear:
- Yes: This option deletes the selected file (if Single was selected) or all files (if All was

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selected).
- No: This option returns to the previous Delete menu screen without deleting the
image(s).
Press the UP or DOWN button to select an option and then press the OK button to
confirm.
Caution: Please use the Delete feature with care. Once images are deleted they are
permanently deleted from the Micro SD Memory card. Please make sure that you only
use this feature once you have downloaded and saved all the images you wish to your
computer.

PLAYBACK MODE LCD ICON STATUS DESCRIPTION

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The following icons appear on the LCD screen and indicate the selected menu options and
camera status.

Item

Function

Description
Displays the current mode:

Mode Selection

Playback Mode
Preview Mode:
Displays number of the current image / Total

Image Counter ;

number of captured images (both photos and

Elapsed Time

videos)
Video Playback Mode:
Displays elapsed time of playing video.
The lock symbol indicates the image is locked.

Protect/Lock

Image without the lock symbol indicates the image is

not locked.
Video icon displays only when there is a captured
video shown in Playback Mode.
When a photo is displayed in the Playback Mode, no
icon is shown on the LCD.
The following video controls are displayed on the

Video File &

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bottom of the screen only during video playback:

Video Controls
SHUTTER/OK:
UP:

Play and

Rewind

DOWN:
MENU:

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Fast Forward
Stop

Pause

Menu Options
NAVIGATING THE MENUS
PHOTO CAPTURE, VIDEO CAPTURE AND PLAYBACK MENUS
To access the Main Menu for each Mode:
1.

Press the MENU button to open the Main Menus for the current mode.

2.

Press the DOWN or UP button to select a specific menu.

The selected option appears highlighted.

3.

Press the SHUTTER/OK button to confirm and save your selection and open the options for
the menu you have selected.
To select a specific option, press the DOWN or UP button and then the SHUTTER/OK

4.

button to save the selected option and return to the Main Menu.
NOTE:
To go back from the submenus or exit the Main Menu, press the MENU button.

GENERAL CAMERA SETTINGS MENUS

To access the General Camera Settings Menu:
1. Press the MENU button while in the Photo Capture, Video Capture or Playback Mode.
2. Short press the POWER/MODE button to select the General Camera Settings icon

3. Press the DOWN or UP button to select a specific menu.

4. Press the SHUTTER/OK button to confirm and save your selection and open the options for
the menu you have selected.
5. To select a specific option, press the DOWN or UP button and then the SHUTTER/OK
button to save the selected option and return to the Main Menu.
NOTE:

At any time you can press the MENU button to exit the menus and return to the previous
screen.

Once you change a setting, the setting is saved by your camera until you manually change
the setting or restore the cameras default factory settings.

After selecting your desired setting, some settings appear as an icon on the LCD screen in
Capture Mode indicating the option selected.

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VIDEO CAPTURE MODE MENUS

To open the Video Capture menu options, press the MENU button while in Video Capture Mode.
The following menus appear:
Movie Size, Video Quality, Seamless, White Balance, Metering, Effect

Menu Name

Menu Options

Menu Options Details

Movie Size

1080P (Default)

FHD 1920x1080P@30fps

The Movie Size menu allows you to choose

720P

HD720P 1280X720@60fps

720P

HD720P 1280X720@60fps

and Description

the desired size of the video taken by your

camera. Keep in mind that videos with a
higher resolution will also take up more of
your cameras memory.

Video Quality

Super Fine

The Video Quality menu allows you to select

the desired quality level of the images taken

Fine (Default)

by your camera. Keep in mind that images

with a higher image quality level will also take

Normal

up more memory on your camera.

Seamless

Off (Default)

The Seamless feature is a circulative function

1 Minute

which is can be used as a CAR Cam. Select

the setting to a desired time and the video will

3 Minutes

be saved atomically as per the setting.

5 Minutes

NOTE: If the memory card is full, the current

video being recorded will replace previously
recorded videos.

White Balance
The White Balance feature allows your
camera to adjust the coloring of the captured
images depending on the type of light source
in the current environment.
Properly adjusting the White Balance setting
to match your current environment will allow

Automatic white balance.

Auto (Default)
Daylight
Cloudy
Fluorescent H

the camera to properly balance the colors in

the images that are taken with your camera.

Tungsten

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White balance selected for

daylight surrounding.
White balance selected for
cloudy surrounding.
White balance selected for
fluorescent surrounding.
White balance selected for
tungsten lighting.

Metering

Center

The Metering setting will affect how your

camera focuses when capturing an image.

Multi (Default)

Depending on your selection, the camera will

be more sensitive to focusing on particular

Spot

areas in the display and adjust the image

color and lighting accordingly.

Effect

Normal (Default)

The Effect menu allows you to select a unique

B&W

effect that can create an interesting look to

your photo.

Sepia
Negative

Center Averages the light

metered from the entire
frame, but giving greater
weight to the subject in the
center
Multi Used in standard
conditions the camera
divides and adjusts the
settings of the image into
several zones for light
metering such as complex
light conditions, position of
subject, brightness,
background, direct light and
scenes
Spot Meters the area
within the spot point frame at
the center of the LCD to set
the exposure on the subject
in the center of the monitor.
Displays the selected color
effect on the LCD screen as
you capture your images
with the selected special
effect.

Red
Green
Blue

NOTE:
Some setting icons appear only when the selected setting is ON:

Face Detect: The Face Detect icon appears on the left below the Video Capture Mode icon
when selected setting is ON

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PHOTO CAPTURE MODE MENUS

To open the Photo Capture menu options, press the MENU button while in Photo Capture Mode.
The following menus appear:
Resolution, Quality, Metering, White Balance, ISO, Exposure, Self-Timer, Burst Mode,
Sharpness, Effect, Date Stamp, Detection, Digital Zoom
Menu Name
Menu Options

Menu Option Details

Resolution

12M pixel resolution

4000x3000

The Resolution menu allows you to choose

8M pixel resolution

3264 x 2448

camera. Keep in mind that images with a

5M pixel resolution

2592x1944

higher resolution will also take up more of

(Default)

and Description

the desired size of the images taken by your

your cameras memory.

1M pixel resolution
Quality
The Quality menu allows you to select the
desired quality level of the images taken by

280x960

Displays the picture Quality

Super Fine (Default) setting.
Fine

your camera. Keep in mind that images with a

higher image quality level will also take up

Normal

more memory on your camera.

Metering

Center

The Metering setting will affect how your

camera focuses when capturing an image.

Multi (Default)

Depending on your selection, the camera will

be more sensitive to focusing on particular

Spot

areas in the display and adjust the image

color and lighting accordingly.

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Center Averages the light

metered from the entire
frame, but giving greater
weight to the subject in the
center
Multi Used in standard
conditions the camera
divides and adjusts the
settings of the image into
several zones for light
metering such as complex
light conditions, position of
subject, brightness,
background, direct light
and scenes
Spot Meters the area
within the spot point frame
at the center of the LCD to
set the exposure on the
subject in the center of the
monitor.

White Balance
The White Balance feature allows your
camera to adjust the coloring of the captured
images depending on the type of light source
in the current environment.
Properly adjusting the White Balance setting
to match your current environment will allow

Automatic white balance.

Auto (Default)
Daylight
Cloudy
Fluorescent H

the camera to properly balance the colors in

the images that are taken with your camera.

ISO

Tungsten
Auto (Default)

The ISO menu allows you to set the level of

sensitivity that your camera has to light in the

White balance selected for

daylight surrounding.
White balance selected for
cloudy surrounding.
White balance selected for
fluorescent surrounding.
White balance selected for
tungsten lighting.
Displays the Sensitivity
setting.

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surrounding environment. When the ISO level

is increased, the image sensor in your

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camera will be more sensitive to light and

allow you to capture images in lower-light

200

situations. The higher sensitivity to light

however, may reduce the quality of the

400

images that are taken.

When the ISO is reduced, the image sensor
in your camera will be less sensitive to light
and will optimize the image quality in
environments with bright lighting.

Exposure

2.0

The Light Exposure setting helps you control

Displays selected EV
value.

1.7

the amount of light that enters your cameras

lens. This setting should be adjusted when

1.3

the environment is lighter or darker than

normal.

1.0

When the environment has more light than is

0.7

needed, reduce the exposure setting (by

using the negative - count) to reduce the

0.3

amount of light allowed into the lens by your

camera.

0 (Default)

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
camera.

Self Timer

OFF (Default) - no icon

The Self Timer menu allows you to set a

delay between the time that the cameras

2S

Shutter button is pressed and the actual

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OFF The photo is taken

as soon as you press the
Shutter button.

capture of the picture. This is an optimal

10S

feature if you dont just want to take the

picture but would also like to be in the picture
yourself. Just set the Self Timer, press the
Shutter button on your camera and position
yourself in front of the camera as desired.

Burst Mode

10S - Set a 10-second

delay from when you press
the Shutter button until the
photo is taken.
OFF

When enabled, the Burst Mode feature

allows you to take 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.

Sharpness

Hard

You can set the level of sharpness in the

Normal (Default)

images taken with your camera. The

sharpness level dictates if the edges of

2S - Set a 2-second delay

from when you press the
Shutter button until the
photo is taken.

OFF - Normal image

capture - one photo at a
time (Default). No icon
appears on the screen.
3 - Captures three
continuous photos.
5 - Captures five
continuous photos.
10 - Captures ten
continuous photos.
Displays Sharpness
setting.

Soft

objects in the image are more or less distinct.

Effect

Normal (Default)

The Effect menu allows you to select a unique

B&W

effect that can create an interesting look to

Sepia

your photo.

Negative

Displays the selected color

effect on the LCD screen
as you capture your images
with the selected special
effect.

Red
Green
Blue
Date Stamp

Off (Default)

When you capture an image with your

Date

camera, the image can include a time stamp

with the date and time that the image was

Date & Time

taken.

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Off The date stamp will

not appear on captured
images.
Date The date stamp will
appear on captured
images.
Date & Time - the Date
and time stamp will appear
on captured images.

Detection

OFF - Default

This feature allows your camera to use the

Face Tracking

subject of your photo to create an optimum

image.

Smile Detect

Digital Zoom

OFF

The Digital Zoom feature allows you to enable

ON (Default)

and disable the zoom capability of your

camera.

Off No detection used

and no icon appears on the
LCD.
Face Tracking Allows
the camera to use a
subjects face as the basis
for balancing the other
colors and focus in the
cameras display. This
feature is meant to ensure
that the color and focus of
your pictures will be
consistently sharp and
high-quality.
Smile Detect -Allows the
camera to automatically
take a picture when it
detects that a subject in the
picture is smiling.
Off This setting disables
the zoom function of the
camera.
On This setting enables
the digital zoom to function.

PLAYBACK MODE MENUS

To open the Playback menu options, press the MENU button while in Playback Mode.

VIDEO PLAYBACK MENUS

The following menus appear when a video is selected:
Protect, Delete
Menu Name
and Description
Protect

Menu Options

Menu Option Details

Single

Single - Protects/locks or
unlocks the selected image
(video or photo).

Pictures and videos taken with your

camcorder can be protected or locked to

Protect All

prevent any deletion or alteration being made

Unprotect All

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to the files.

Protect All - Protects/locks

all images (videos and
photos) saved to the
memory card.

First select the image you would like to

protect or unprotect and then select the
appropriate menu option to either lock/protect
or unlock/unprotect one image or all images.

Unprotect All - Unlocks all

images (videos and
photos) saved to the
memory card.
NOTE:

Delete

Single

While in the Playback Mode, you can delete

All

pictures from your camera through the

Protected/locked

images appear with a

protect/lock icon while
viewing the image in
Playback Mode. Images
that are not locked do not
display the lock icon.
Protected/locked images
cannot be deleted. You
must first unlock the
image(s) and then select
the Delete File menu
option.
Single Deletes the one
selected file (photo/video).
All Deletes all the photos
and videos.

Delete menu. You can delete a single

photograph / video clip, or delete all images
saved to the SD card.

NOTE:
Images that are
protected/locked cannot
be deleted. First unlock
the image(s), and then
proceed with deletion.
It is highly recommend
first to save and
download your images
before deleting.

IMPORTANT: Keep in mind that deleting

will permanently remove the selected
images on your cameras memory card.

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PHOTO PLAYBACK MENUS

The following menus appear when a photo is selected:
Protect, Delete, Slideshow, Photo Effect, Rotate, Resize

Menu Name
and Description
Protect

Menu Options

Menu Option Details

Single

Single - Protects/locks or
unlocks the selected image
(video or photo).

Pictures and videos taken with your

camcorder can be protected or locked to

Protect All

prevent any deletion or alteration being made

Unprotect All

to the files.

Protect All - Protects/locks

all images (videos and
photos) saved to the
memory card.

First select the image you would like to

protect or unprotect and then select the
appropriate menu option to either lock/protect
or unlock/unprotect one image or all images.

Unprotect All - Unlocks all

images (videos and
photos) saved to the
memory card.
NOTE:

Delete

Single

While in the Playback Mode, you can delete

All

pictures from your camera through the

All protected images

appear with a protect/lock

icon while viewing the
image in Playback Mode.
Images that are not
locked do not display the
lock icon.
Protected/locked images
cannot be deleted. You
must first unlock the
image(s) and then select
the Delete File menu
option.
Single Deletes the one
selected file (photo/video).
All Deletes all the photos
and videos.

Delete menu. You can delete a single

photograph / video clip, or delete all images
saved to the SD card.

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NOTE:
IMPORTANT: Keep in mind that deleting
will permanently remove the selected
images on your cameras memory card.

Slideshow

Start

You can view a Slideshow of all the pictures

Interval

taken with your camera while in Playback

Mode. The Slideshow menu allows you to set

Transition

the interval length of time that each picture

Repeat

displays during the Slideshow, the transition

that appears between photos and the looping
of the Slideshow.
The Slideshow menu appears active only
when a photo is selected in Playback Mode.

Images that are

protected/locked cannot
be deleted. First unlock
the image(s), and then
proceed with deletion.
It is highly recommend
first to save and
download your images
before deleting.
START: Select Start and
press the SHUTTER/OK
button to begin the Slide
Show. The pictures saved
to the Micro SD Memory
card will be displayed in
sequence automatically.
- To PAUSE: Press the
UP button.
- To STOP: Press the
MENU button.
INTERVAL: Select
Interval and press the
POWER/MODE button to
select an interval time of
1 to 10 seconds between
each photo.
TRANSITION: Select
Transition and press the
POWER/MODE button to
select the transition
between each photo.

Photo Effect

Normal (Default)

The Photo Effect feature allows you to add

B&W

special effects to your captured photos.

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REPEAT: Select Repeat

and press the
POWER/MODE button to
select No to play the
Slideshow once or Yes
to continuously loop the
playing of the Slideshow.
Changes the photo to your
selected Photo Effect. The
effect is automatically

Sepia
Negative

applied to the photo and

saved as a new, separate
photo.

Red
Green
Blue
Rotate
Use the Rotate menu to rotate the pictures
that youve taken with your camera.

Rotate
Save
Back

Rotate Select Rotate

and press the
SHUTTER/OK button to
rotate the photo 90 degrees
clockwise. Each time you
select Rotate, it rotates 90
CW.
Save Select Save and
press the SHUTTER/OK
button to save the rotated
image.

Resize

8M

The Resize feature allows you to change the

5M

Back Select Back to exit

the Rotate menu without
saving.
NOTE: You can only resize
your photo to a smaller
resolution size than the
original photo. All
resolutions above the
original photo resolution
are inactive.

resolution of your captured image to a smaller

resolution and save it as a separate image.

3M
1M

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CAMCORDER SETTINGS MENUS

To access the General Camcorder Settings Menu:
1. Press the MENU button while in the Photo Capture, Video Capture or Playback Mode.
2. Short press the POWER/MODE button to select the General Camcorder Settings icon

3. Press the DOWN or UP button to select a specific menu.

4. Press the SHUTTER/OK button to confirm and save your selection and open the options for
the menu you have selected.
5. To select a specific option, press the DOWN or UP button and then the SHUTTER/OK
button to save the selected option and return to the Main Menu.
NOTE:

At any time you can press the MENU button to exit the menus and return to the previous
screen.

Once you change a setting, the setting is saved by your camera until you manually change
the setting or restore the cameras default factory settings.

The following menus appear:

Auto Review, Power Frequency, Video format, Media Format, Power Save, Date & Time,
Language, Format, Reset All

Menu Name
Menu Options

and Description
Auto Review
The Auto Review menu allows you to set the

Off No preview image is

shown on the LCD.

Off

time the preview of the photo is shown on the

1S (Default)

LCD screen after the photo has been

3S

1S The preview image is

shown for 1 second on the
LCD after the photo has
been captured.

captured. After the preview of the photo, the

camcorder returns to standby Photo Capture

Menu Options Details

5S

Mode.

3S The preview image is

shown for 3 seconds on the
LCD after the photo has
been captured.
5S The preview image is

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shown for 5 seconds on the

LCD after the photo has
been captured.
Selects power frequency in
your location:

Power Frequency
The options in the Frequency menu represent
the frequency of the electrical current in
fluorescent lighting sources in your locale. If
your camcorder is set to a frequency that
does not match your countrys electric

50HZ
60HZ (Default)

50Hz: UK, Europe and

Australia
60Hz: US, Canada and
South America

MJPG

Selects the Video Format.

current, you may see waves on the images

taken by your camcorder.

Video Format

H.264
Media Format

Selects the Video Media /

File Format.

AVI
MOV

Power Save
You can use the Power Save feature in order

OFF - The camcorder

remains on.

Off

to conserve you camcorders battery life. The

1 min.

designated time represents when your

3 min. (Default)

camcorder will automatically power off.

When the camcorder sits idle for the

5min.

1min - The camcorder

powers off after 1 minute of
sitting idle.

designated period of time, the camcorder will

3min - The camcorder

powers off after 3 minutes
of sitting idle.

shut off completely and will need to be

powered on again with the power button
before the next use.

Date & Time

The Date & Time menu allows you to set
your camcorders date and time. This date

YY/MM/DD
HR:MIN.

and time will appear on the captured images

when the Date Stamp is set to be active.

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5min - The camcorder

powers off after 5 minutes
of sitting idle.
To set the MM/DD/YY and
Hour: Minutes:
- Press the UP/DOWN
button to change each
setting and specify the
date and time.
- Short press the POWER
button to toggle and
move between the time
and date settings.
- Press OK to save and
confirm the date and time
setting.

Language
You can select your cameras language
setting by selecting the desired language
from the Language menu.

Format

English
French
Spanish
Italian
Portuguese
German
Polish
Russian
Greek

Selects the camera display

language.

Yes

Formats the Micro SD

Memory Card.

You can use the Format menu to delete all of

the content that is currently on your cameras

No
Yes Automatically deletes
all images on the memory
card.
The memory card will be
completely formatted

memory card.
This option will automatically delete all of the
content at one time. If you would like to delete
individual images, use the Delete menu in the
cameras Playback Mode.

Keep in mind that formatting the

memory card will permanently delete
all of the content on your cameras
memory card. Please make sure you
have backed up the images that you
want before you proceed with the
format of the memory card.

Reset All
Use the Reset All menu to reset your
camcorder settings to the Factory Default

No Does not delete the

images on your memory
card.
Exits the Format submenu
screen without deleting all
images
Resets the camera to the
Factory Default Settings.

Yes
No

Yes - Automatically resets

to the Factory Default
Settings.

Settings.

No - Does not reset to the

Factory Default Settings.
Exits the Reset All
submenu screen without
resetting and keeps the
current settings.

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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 XP with Service Pack 3, Windows Vista with Service Pack 1 or Windows 7

Pentium 4 processor (or above)

1 GB RAM, 250 MB available hard disk space

16-bit Color monitor, 1024 X 768 recommended screen resolution

CD-ROM Drive

QuickTime 6 or higher

MICROSOFT Internet Explorer 7 or higher

Windows Media Player 10 or higher

DirectX 9 or higher

Internet connection required

MACINTOSH OS

Intel processor running MACINTOSH OS X v10.5.x or later

1 GB RAM, 250 MB available hard disk space

Display: 1024 x 768 or higher-resolution monitor

QuickTime 6 or higher

CD-ROM Drive

Internet connection required

NOTE:

Internet connection required.

Make sure the latest compatible Adobe Flash Player is installed on your computer.

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Installing the Software

You must be connected to the Internet to install and run the Vivitar Experience Image
Manager software.
1.

Insert the installation CD into your CD-ROM drive. The installation screen should
automatically open.

2.

On WINDOWS OS: The Vivitar Experience Image Manager Installer window appears. If
the window does not appear, open the applications CD/DVD drive and click on
Setup.exe to launch the installer.

3.

On MACINTOSH OS: Click the icon that appears on the desktop to install the Vivitar
Experience Image Manager.

4.

If you do not have internet access at the time of inserting the CD-ROM, connect to the
internet and then click the Install Vivitar Experience Image Manager button to begin the
installation.

NOTE: If you do not have internet access, you can still download media from the
camcorder. Click the How to transfer photos and videos from my camera to my computer
button for instructions.
5.

If you have internet access, the Choose your language window opens, choose your
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language and click Next to open the next window.

6.

Select your camera model from the list and click Next to open the next window.

7.

Click Next to confirm your camera model selection and to install the application.

8.

Please wait while the application is being installed on your computer.

9.

Please review the license terms.

On WINDOWS OS and Macintosh: Click the I accept the terms of this license agreement
and then click Next to continue.

10. On WINDOWS OS 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.
On MACINTOSH OS: If needed, please follow instructions to install the Adobe Flash
Player. This requires Internet connection.
12. On WINDOWS OS: Click the Close button when the installation is complete.
Click the Launch Vivitar Experience Image Manager to open the application.
On MACINTOSH OS: 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 (PC) or Applications (Mac) menu on your computer.

Connecting the Camcorder to the Computer

1. Use the supplied USB cable to connect your digital camcorder to your computer.
2. Power the camcorder ON.
3. The first time you connect the device to the computer you may have to wait a few
seconds until the computer recognizes the device.

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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. Select the Get Images button from the Main menu.

2. The Get media from device window opens.

3. You can select to download videos.
4. Select your camera (removable disk) from the device window. If your camera is the only
USB device connected then it will be selected automatically.
5. Select a location on the computer where to place the new video files.
6. Add the new video files to albums if desired.
7. Select to remove the media files from the selected device (removable disk) after the import.
8. Click the Get Media button to transfer the videos from your camera to your computer.
9. A media download progress bar appears on the bottom left showing the number of media
files downloading to your computer. A message appears when the download is complete.
10. The video files that you selected are now downloaded to your computer to the selected
folder ready for your use.
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Getting Started!
Using the Vivitar Experience Image Manager you can:

Upload and manage videos to and from the most popular photo sharing and social networking
sites - Facebook, Flickr, Picasa, MySpace, Photobucket, Twitpic, Twitgoo and YouTube

Seamlessly transfer videos from one social network to another

Organize your images by creating offline and online albums

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 applications Home screen.

Transferring Images Manually from the Camcorder to

the Computer
WINDOWS OS
1. Use the supplied USB cable to connect your camcorder to your computers USB port.
2. Power on the camcorder. MSDC displays on the LCD screen.
3. A window appears on your computer with a list of options, select Open folder to view
files and click OK.
4. Open the DCIM folder and the folder inside to view the media files.
5. Select the media and copy the files from this folder into your computer. Optionally, select
the files and choose Copy from the Edit menu. Then select a folder and choose Paste
from the Edit menu.
6. We recommend that you copy the photos into the Pictures/My Pictures folder and the
videos into the Videos/My Videos folder.
7. Do not disconnect the cable during transfer. Doing so will cancel the transfer of any files
on their way to your computer.

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MACINTOSH OS
1. Use the supplied USB cable to connect your camcorder to your computers USB port.
2. Power on the camcorder. MSDC displays on the LCD screen.
3. The camcorders 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.
5. Select the files and drag them into your computer. Optionally, select the files and choose
Copy from the Finders Edit menu. Then select a folder and choose Paste from the Edit
menu.
6. We recommend that you copy the photos into the Pictures folder and the videos into the
Movies folder.
7. Do not disconnect the cable during transfer. Doing so will cancel the transfer of any files
on their way to your computer.

TRANSFERRING PHOTOS AND VIDEOS:

APPLE IPAD

NOTE: Please check your device packaging for compatibility with the iPad.

APPLE IPAD CAMERA CONNECTION:

For models that are compatible with the iPad, photos and videos can be imported from your
digital camcorder to your iPad by following either one of the options below:
1.

Connecting your digital camcorder to your iPad using an iPad Camera Connector:
Plug the Camera Connector into the dock connector port on your iPad, then attach your
digital camcorder using a USB cable (included) to the Camera Connector.
NOTE: iPad Camera Connector not included. This may be purchased separately.

2. Using an iPad SD Card Reader:

Connect the SD Card Reader to your iPad, then insert your digital camcorder's Micro SD
Memory card into the slot to import photos and videos directly from your camera's SD card.
NOTE: iPad SD Card Reader not included. This may be purchased separately.
After you make the connection, your iPad automatically opens the Photos application. This
allows you choose which photos and videos to import, then organizes them into albums.

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Camcorder Maintenance
Please read the information below carefully before using your camcorder for proper and safe
operation, so as 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.
Note: Please back up the data if the memory card inside has been previously used. After that,
format the memory card of this video camera.

Please power the camera off before inserting in or taking out the memory card.

Keep the memory card clean and prevent it from contacting liquid. In case of liquid contacted,
clean and dry it with a piece of soft cloth.

In case of idle use, please keep the memory card in a guard staple.

Please note that the memory card will get hot after long-term use. This is normal.

It is recommended to backup the important data from your memory card to other media such
as soft disk, hard disk or CD.

To ensure image quality, minimum Class 4 High-Speed card is needed.

The following situations may cause loss or damage of the data on your memory card:
1. Improper use of the memory card.
2. The memory card has been bent, dropped or collided.
3. The memory card has been placed under high temperature or moist environment or
expose to sunshine directly.
4. Electrostatic or electromagnetic field exists around the memory card.
5. The memory card has been taken out or the power supply interrupted while the camera or
computer is connected to the memory card (i.e. during reading, writing and formatting).
6. Taking out the memory card while powering off, while recording, deleting (formatting) or
reading.
7. The service life of the memory card has expired (please replace the memory card regularly).

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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.

Keep the video camera free of dust and chemical materials. Place it in a cool, dry and well
ventilated place. Do not place the video camera in a high temperature, moist or dusty place.

If dirt or stains accumulate on the video camera or on its lens, use a soft, clean and dry rag to
wipe it away gently. If the video camera or its lens is stained with sand particles, blow them
away gently. Do not use cloth to wipe arbitrarily. Otherwise, it may scratch the surface of video
camera or its lens.

Do not touch the lens surface with fingers.

If it is required to clean the camera surface, first blow away the sand dust accumulated on the
surface, and then wipe the camera gently with a rag or tissue appropriate for optical
equipment. Please use a cleaning agent specifically for a video camera when wiping if
necessary. Do not use organic solvent to clean the video camera.

The digital camcorder is a delicate device:

1. Please handle your camcorder with care to avoid damaging it.
2. Do not expose your camcorder to heat sources.
3. Do not use you camcorder in wet or moist conditions without the waterproof casing.
4. Use proper protective cover to avoid lens and display from being scratched.

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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.

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 limited to, repair by unauthorized parties,
tampering, modification or accident.
What to Do When Service Is Required:
When returning your defective product (postage pre-paid) for service, your package should
include:
3. Copy of original bill of sale.
4. A detailed written description of the problem.
5. Your return address and telephone number (Daytime).
MAIL TO ADDRESS BELOW:
Sakar US
Sakar International
Attention: Service Department
195 Carter Drive
Edison, NJ

Sakar UK/Europe
Attention: Service Department
2D, Siskin Parkway East
4020 Middlemarch Business Park
Coventry, CV3 4PE

08817

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Sakar Australia
Return faulty camera to
the Refund Counter at
the store where
purchased

Technical Support
For technical support issues please visit our website at www.vivitar.com. You can find manuals,
software and FAQs at the website. Cant 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. If you would like to call from anywhere else, please visit
www.vivitar.com for your local toll free number.

Troubleshooting
Q: I have taken photos and selected the Get Images button. I get a message that the
images were successfully transferred but the photos do not appear on my computer.
What do I do?
First ensure that you have in fact taken photos. Press the Shutter button to take some sample
photos or videos and then try downloading them again.
If the photos are saved to the SD memory card then all the photos should appear.

Q: How do I make sure I don't lose important pictures?

This camcorder requires a Micro SD card for normal use. If the camera powers off nothing will
happen to the images stored on the memory card. We recommend always downloading your
photos and videos to your computer as soon as possible to prevent unintentional data loss.

Q: I deleted images using the Vivitar Experience Image Manager. The images were also
deleted from my computer. How do I recover images that I accidently deleted?
All images deleted using the Vivitar Experience Image Manager are sent to your computers
Recycle or Trash Bin and can be retrieved from there.

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