Vivitar DVR 992HD User manual
DVR 992HD
Digital Camcorder
User Manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction................................................................................................................................3
What’s Included .........................................................................................................................4
Parts of the Camcorder..............................................................................................................5
Initial Camcorder Setup.............................................................................................................6
Main Camcorder Modes .......................................................................................................... 11
Camcorder Technical Specifications........................................................................................12
Computer System Requirements.............................................................................................13
Using Your Digital Camcorder..................................................................................................14
Changing Camcorder Mode.....................................................................................................15
Navigating the Menus..............................................................................................................15
Camcorder Features: ViviLink, LED Light, Display..................................................................16
Video Capture Mode................................................................................................................18
Video Playback Mode..............................................................................................................32
Photo Capture Mode................................................................................................................39
Photo Playback Mode..............................................................................................................56
Connecting the Digital Camcorder to a TV or HDTV................................................................64
Installing the Software .............................................................................................................66
Connecting the Camcorder to the Computer...........................................................................68
Getting Photos and Videos from your Camcorder to Your Computer.......................................68
Get Started! .............................................................................................................................69
Transferring Images from the Camera to the Computer Manually...........................................70
Camcorder Maintenance .........................................................................................................71
Sakar Warranty Card...............................................................................................................72
Technical Support....................................................................................................................73
Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................................73
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this digital camcorder. Everything you need to take quality digital
photos and videos 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.
IMPORTANT:
SD MEMORY CARD:
- A Class 4 SD card or higher is required.
- Most SD cards have a symbol with a “C” and a number within. Make sure the number
inside is a 4 or higher, .
- Your digital camcorder supports a Class 4 SD Memory Card - up to 32GB.
- In order to use your digital camcorder normally, it is strongly recommended to insert the
SD Memory card before use.
- Class 4 SD Memory cards are not included and need to be purchased separately.
PLUG AND PLAY:
This digital camcorder is a plug and play device. You can download the pictures and videos
captured by your digital camcorder without the software by directly accessing the
camcorder’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™.
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What’s Included
1. Digital Camcorder with Lens Cover
2. USB cable
3. TV Cable
4. Vivitar Experience Image Manager
Software Installation CD
5. Lens Cover Strap
6. Lithium Battery
7. AC Charger
8. Hand Strap (not shown)
Note: SD Memory Card not included.
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Parts of the Camcorder
1. Power Button
13. Shutter Button
2. Display Button
14. HDMI Port
3. MENU Button
15. USB Port
4. MODE Button
16. Speaker (on the side)
5. Self Timer / Left Button
17. LCD Screen
6. Exposure (EV -) / Down Button
18. Lens
7. Set (OK) / LED Light On-Off / Slide Show Button
19. LED Light
8. Delete / Right Button
20. Lens Cover
9. Exposure (EV +) / Up Button
21. Microphone
10. LED Light Indicator
22. Tripod Mount
11. Battery Compartment
23. SD Memory Card Slot
12. Zoom In / Zoom Out Button
24. AV Out
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Initial Camcorder Setup
INSTALLING AND CHARGING THE
BATTERY
INSTALLING THE MEMORY CARD
Charge before using your camcorder for the
first time.
To Charge the Lithium Battery:
1. Power off the camcorder.
2. Make sure the battery is inserted correctly.
3. Connect the camcorder using the supplied
USB cable to the computer’s USB port or to
the AC Charger (which is then inserted into a
standard wall socket).
4. Allow the battery to charge for at least 3
hours before using the first time.
5. The charge light will turn off when the
battery is fully charged.
Insert SD Memory card (up to 32GB)
before use.
Important: You must use a Class 4 SD
card or higher SD card only.
TURNING ON THE CAMCORDER
USING THE CAMCORDER
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POWERING THE DIGITAL CAMCORDER ON
1. LITHIUM BATTERY: Install and Charge the Lithium Battery.
Make sure the lithium battery has been charged and inserted properly.
To charge the lithium battery:
- Connect the USB cable (supplied) to camcorder and the other end of the cable either
to your computer USB slot or to the supplied AC Adapter (which you then plug into an
electrical outlet).
- The charge light will turn off when battery is fully charged.
Note:
Some camera features will not work if the battery power level is low.
When the battery power is empty the battery icon turns red and ‘Low Battery’
flashes on the LCD screen several times. The camcorder automatically turns off a few
seconds later.
The energy status of the power is displayed on LCD as shown below:
Full battery power Medium battery power Low battery power
2. SD MEMORY CARD: Install the SD Memory Card
Make sure a Class 4 (or higher) SD card (up to 32GB) has been properly inserted into your
camera. SD card not included.
IMPORTANT: You must use only a Class 4 SDHC Memory card or higher.
To properly insert the SD Card:
- Push the SD card into the slot in the direction as shown by the SD card icon on the
camera. See images below: 1 and 2.
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- Push the SD card until you hear a slight clicking sound. This indicates the SD card
has been inserted correctly. See images below: 3 and 4.
Note:
After the camera is powered on, the SD icon will appear on the LCD display. If you
do not see the SD icon on the display, please check if the card was inserted
properly.
Make sure the SD card is not locked (check the lock switch on the side of the SD card).
If the SDcard is locked this will prevent the camera fromsaving capturedphotos to the
SDcard.
3. POWER ON THE CAMERA:
Flip open the LCD screen and press the POWER button , located on the inside wall,
to turn on the digital camcorder.
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CAMERA SETTINGS: INITIAL SETUP
When powering the digital camcorder ON for the first time the digital camcorder will take you
through the initial setup.
Setting the Language
1. You will first be prompted to select a language for the camcorder. The Language selection
menu will appear. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the language of your choice and
press the OK button to confirm the selection.
2. After selecting a language, you will be asked if you would like to continue with the initial
camcorder setup. A message will appear: “Continue with Camcorder Setup?” Select “Yes”
to continue or “No” to exit the setup.
Note:
If you select “Cancel” and decide to leave the camcorder setup, the camcorder will be set to its
default settings. These settings can be adjusted at any time manually using the menus in the
camcorder.
Setting the Date and Time
The next step in the initial camcorder setup is to set the date and time on the camcorder.
1. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to specify the time or date. Use the LEFT and RIGHT
buttons to move to the next setting.
2. Press the SET button to confirm the selection and move to the next part of the camcorder
setup.
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Setting the ViviLink Default Option
Next you will be asked to “Confirm ViviLink Photo and Video Social Network site” to set the
default ViviLink destination for photos and videos taken with your camcorder.
The ViviLink technology allows you to quickly and easily upload your camcorder’s photos and
videos to the social networks of your choice with the accompanying software application.
1. First you will be asked to choose the default ViviLink social network for Photos.
Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight the desired default social network and press the
SET button to confirm the selection.
2. Next you will be asked to choose the default ViviLink social network for Videos.
Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight the desired default social network and press the
SET button to confirm the selection.
Congratulations! Your camcorder is now ready to use.
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