Vivitar DVR 690HD Camera Manual

Vivitar DVR 690HD Manual

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    DVR 690HD Digital Camcorder Waterproof User Manual © 2009-2011 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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    the Digital Video Camera to a TV 46 Using Your Digital Camcorder Underwater 46 Installing the Software...50 Connecting the Camera to the Computer 51 Getting Photos and Videos from Your Camera to Your Computer 52 Get started! ...53 Transfer media from my camera to my computer manually (Using
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    the most out of your digital video camera. What‟s Included 1) Digital Video Camera 2) AV Cable 3) USB Cable 4) Vivitar Experience Image Manager Software Installation CD 5) Wrist Strap 6) AC Charger 7) Built-in Lithium Battery (not shown) Note: SDHC Class 4 (or higher) Memory card not included. 2
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    Print Photos Interface System Requirements Battery Working Temperature CMOS Sensor 2592x1944(5M) / 2048x1536(3M) / 1600x1200(2M) / 1280x1024(1M) / 640x480(VGA) 1280X720 (HD), VGA 640X480, QVGA 320X240 JPEG/AVI SDHC Card (up to 32GB) 2.0 Inch TFT f=6.5mm, F3.0 4X Digital Zoom -3.0EV ~ +3.0EV Auto
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    Computer System Requirements - Windows To be able to download photos and videos to your PC, you will need the following minimum configuration:  Microsoft® Windows XP with Service Pack 3, Windows Vista with Service Pack 1 or Windows 7  Pentium® 4 processor (or above)
  512 MB of RAM, with 250 MB
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    Button 6. Zoom In / Up Button 7. Zoom Out / Down Button 8. ViviLink / Left Button 9. LED On-Off / Right Button 10. LCD Screen 11. Digital Lens 12. LED Light 13. Microphone / Speaker 14. Wrist Strap Connector 15. RESET 16. SD Memory Card Slot 17. USB Port 18. AV Out Port 19. Battery Charging LED 5
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    the camera with the USB cable to the AC Charger or to the computer (as shown above). 3. Allow the battery to charge for at least 3 hours before using the first time. 4. The charge light will turn off when the battery is fully charged.  SD Memory card (up to 32GB) needed for normal use.  SDHC
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    fully charged (see previous page for details). The energy status of the power is displayed on LCD as shown below: Full battery power Medium battery power Low battery power 2) Installing the SD Memory Card Push the lever to open the SD/USB and AV Cable cover. Make sure a Class 4 (or higher) SDHC
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    Setting the Camera Language You will first be prompted to select a language for the camera. The Language selection menu will appear. Press the Up and Down buttons to select the language of your choice and press the OK button to confirm the selection. Setting the Date and Time The next step in the
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    Powering ON/OFF Your Digital Video Camera  Make sure the batteries have been inserted properly into your digital camera. If your camera uses a rechargeable lithium battery, make sure the battery is fully charged.  Make sure an SDHC card has been inserted into your camera. (SDHC card up to 32GB -
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    active camera mode, make sure the camera is powered ON and press the MODE button on the top left of the LCD Panel. 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
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    top of the LCD indicating that the record is in progress. 6) To stop the video record, press the Shutter button again. 7) The video will automatically be saved to the camera‟s SD memory card. Video Capture Mode Quick Function Buttons Your digital video camera has a four-directional control button
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    MODE menus. Toggles between the Video Capture Mode, Photo Capture Mode, and Playback Mode Video Capture Mode Menus The following are the menus that appear in your camera‟s Video Capture Mode: 12
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    Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. that images with a higher resolution will also take up more of your camera‟s memory. 1) Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
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    in mind that images with a higher image quality level will also take up more memory on your camera. 1) Press the MENU button to open the menus for the Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings.
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    . 8) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen. 9) Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Color Effect Menu You can choose to add a color effect to the images taken
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    8) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen. 9) Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Light Exposure Menu The Light Exposure setting helps you control the amount of
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    8) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen. 9) Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. ISO Menu The ISO menu allows you to set the level of sensitivity that your
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    icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen. 9) Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Language Menu You can select your camera‟s language setting by selecting the desired
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    the MENU button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 8) Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. To Set the Date and Time: 1) Press the MENU button to open the menus for
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    will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Auto Power Off Menu You can use the Auto Power Off feature in order to conserve you camera‟s battery life. The designated time represents when your camera will automatically
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    mode. 8) Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Format Memory Card/Format SD Menu You can use the Format Memory Card menu to delete all of the content that is currently on your camera
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    "Yes" and press the OK button to begin. The memory card will be completely formatted. TV Mode Menu TV Mode allows you to select the TV option appropriate for you to view your captured images on your television. See "Connecting the Digital Video Camera to a TV" for further information on how to
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    prompted to define those settings. Video Playback Mode The Playback Mode allows you to review and edit photos and videos that you‟ve already taken ‟s memory card until you find the video you would like to view.  Each captured image (video and photo) is displayed on the LCD screen.  Videos appear
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    the OK button to enlarge the selected image full size. 5) Once the selected video is full size you can play and view the video. Video Playback Mode Quick Function Buttons Your digital video camera has a four-directional direction control button that functions as Quick Function buttons. Quick
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    digital video camera‟s Video Playback Mode: Delete Menu While in the Playback mode, you can delete images (both videos and photos) from your digital video this one video, select "Delete Video". 6) To delete all the images (including all unlocked photos and videos) on your camera‟s memory card, select
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    ViviLink destination site. 9) Remember that the ViviLink feature is deactivated by default. A ViviLink destination will only be assigned to a photo or video if you manually set it from this menu, from the ViviLink menu in Photo Playback mode, or from the menu accessed by pressing the ViviLink button
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    to capture. 4) Press the Shutter button in the center of the digital video camera to capture your photo. 5) The picture will automatically be saved to the SD card. Photo Capture Mode Quick Function Buttons Your digital video camera has a four-directional direction control button that functions as
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    options for Photo Capture Mode - Exits the menu screen - Note: Use the LEFT/RIGHT/UP/DOWN buttons to navigate the menus. Toggles between the Video Capture Mode, Photo Capture Mode, and Playback Mode LED Flash Option  To increase the lighting in dark situations, press the RIGHT button to activate
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    Photo Capture Mode Menus The following are the menus that appear in your digital video camera‟s Photo Capture Mode: 29
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    Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. that images with a higher resolution will also take up more of your camera‟s memory. 1) Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
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    mind that images with a higher image quality level will also take up more memory on your camera. 1) Press the MENU button to open the menus for Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Self-
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    . 8) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen. 9) Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. White Balance Menu The White Balance feature allows your camera to adjust the
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    button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 8) Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Multi SnapShots Menu When enabled, the Multi SnapShots feature allows you to take five
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    8) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen. 9) Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Light Exposure Menu The Light Exposure setting helps you control the amount of
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    mode. 8) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen. 9) Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. ISO Menu The ISO menu allows you to set the level of sensitivity that
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    icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen. 9) Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Language Menu You can select your camera‟s language setting by selecting the desired
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    the MENU button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 8) Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. To Set the Date and Time: 1) Press the MENU button to open the menus for
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    will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Auto Power Off Menu You can use the Auto Power Off feature in order to conserve you camera‟s battery life. The designated time represents when your camera will automatically
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    to your previous mode. 8) Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Format Memory Card Menu You can use the Format Memory Card menu to delete all of the content that is currently on your camera
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    The memory card will be completely formatted. TV Mode Menu TV Mode allows you to select the TV option appropriate for you to view your captured images on your television. See "Connecting the Digital Video Camera to a TV" for further information on how to connect your digital video camera to your
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    previous mode with the digital camera settings set to Mode The Playback Mode allows you to review and edit photos and videos that you‟ve already taken with you camera images on your camera‟s memory card until you find the image you would like to view.  Each captured image (video and photo) is displayed
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    photo is full size, you can Zoom In or Zoom Out of the selected photo. Photo Playback Mode Quick Function Buttons Your digital video camera has a four-directional direction control button that functions as Quick Function buttons. Quick Function Button Function Left Displays the PREVIOUS image
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    digital video camera‟s Photo Playback Mode: Delete Menu While in the Playback mode, you can delete images (both videos and photos) from your digital video this one video, select "Delete Video". 6) To delete all the images (including all unlocked photos and videos) on your camera‟s memory card, select
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    to select the next menu item. 7) Press the MENU button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. Protect/Lock Menu Pictures and Videos taken with your camera can be protected or "locked" to prevent any deletion or alteration being made to the files. 1) Press the MENU button to
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    port of the printer. 8) Once connected, follow the instructions on the printer to proceed with the printing process. photos and videos to the social networks of your choice with the accompanying Vivitar Experience only be assigned to a photo or video if you manually set it from this menu, from the
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    to record on the TV screen. 7) When the camera is set to Playback mode, you can review all the photos and videos stored in the SD memory card on the TV. Using Your Digital Camcorder Underwater Important: Please read these instructions before using your camcorder underwater. Your Vivitar DVR 690HD is
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    USB Cover  In order to charge the battery or insert the SD card into the camcorder make sure you are away from water and your hands are dry.  Turn and hold the camcorder so that the bottom section is facing up.  Hold the main body of the camcorder firmly with one hand and use the
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    as explained above. 3. Care and Maintenance  Before using the camcorder underwater make sure you know how the camcorder works.  Read through the camera User Manual to help you get to know your camcorder.  Insert the SD card and charge the battery away from water and with dry hands before going
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    with a soft cloth before opening. Do not let the water get inside the USB port, SD card slot or AV out port. Do not attempt to open the camcorder casing, tamper or dismantle the camcorder. If the camcorder cannot be used correctly, please use a thin stick or rod and insert it into the reset
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    Vivitar Experience Image Manager software. 1) Insert the installation CD into your CD-ROM drive. The installation screen should automatically open. 2) On PC: The Vivitar the desktop to install the Vivitar Experience Image Manager. 4) then click the "Install Vivitar Experience Image Manager" button
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    Please wait while the application is being installed on your computer. 9) Please review the license terms. On PC and Macintosh: Click the "I accept the then click "Next" to continue. 10)On PC only: Let the "Vivitar Experience Image Manager" installer create the folder to where the program will be
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    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
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    and 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 Guide
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    Transfer media from my camera to my computer manually (Using Macintosh) 1) Use the USB cable that digital video camera is a delicate device. Please handle your digital video camera with care to avoid damaging it. Do not expose your digital video camera to heat sources. Do not use you digital video
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    Sakar Warranty Card This warranty covers for the original consumer purchaser only and is A detailed written description of the problem. 3) Your return address and telephone number (Daytime) MAIL TO ADDRESS BELOW: Sakar US Sakar International Attention: Service Department 195 Carter Drive Edison, NJ
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    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 [email protected] and one of our technical support team members will answer your questions. For phone support in the US please call 1-800
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DVR 690HD Digital Camcorder
Waterproof
User Manual
© 2009-2011 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.