Vivitar DVR-200 User Manual

DVR 690HD Digital Camcorder Waterproof User Manual © 2009-2011 Sakar International, Inc. All rights reserved. Windows and the Windows lo

9 Powering ON/OFF Your Digital Video Camera  Make sure the batteries have been inserted properly into your digital camera. If your camera uses a

10 To change the 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

11 Video Capture Mode The Video Capture Mode allows you to capture videos with your digital video camera. When the camera is first powered ON, the

12 menus. MODE Toggles between the Video Capture Mode, Photo Capture Mode, and Playback Mode Video Capture Mode Menus The following are the menus t

13 Scene Menu The Scene Menu allows you to choose scene settings that allow your camera to adapt properly to your current environment. 1) Press

14 Image Quality Menu The Image Quality menu allows you to select the desired quality level of the images taken by your camera. Keep in mind that

15 White Balance Menu The White Balance feature allows your camera to adjust the coloring of the captured images depending on the type of light so

16 Image Sharpness Menu You can set the level of sharpness in the images taken with your camera. The sharpness level dictates if the edges of obje

17 8) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen. 9) Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until yo

18 Multi – Used in standard conditions the camera divides and adjusts the settings of the image into several zones for light metering such as comple

1 Contents Introduction ...

19 Date/Time Menu When you capture an image with your camera, the image will include a time stamp with the date and time that the image was taken.

20 Silent Mode Menu You have the option of activating the camera‟s Silent mode to disable all of the sound effects (except for beeps heard during

21 Frequency Menu The options in the Frequency menu represent the frequency of the electrical current in fluorescent lighting sources in your loca

22  Select “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

23 camera settings set to the Factory Default Settings. Note: After RESETTING to the default settings, it is recommended to select your system Lan

24 1) Press the DOWN/Zoom Out button 2) All the images on your camera, both videos and photos, will appear in the Thumbnail View. 3) Push the

25 Video Playback Mode Menus The following are the menus that appear in your digital video camera‟s Video Playback Mode: Delete Menu While in t

26 5) A selected option icon will appear on the selected item. 6) Push the direction button LEFT or RIGHT to select the next menu item. 7) Pre

27 Photo Capture Mode The Photo Capture mode allows you to capture pictures with your digital camera. After powering on the digital video camera

28 Delete - Opens the Delete Menu - Saves your selected option in the Menu view MENU - Opens the menu options for Photo Capture Mode - Exits the men

2 Introduction Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Everything you need to take quality digital photos and videos is included with yo

29 Photo Capture Mode Menus The following are the menus that appear in your digital video camera‟s Photo Capture Mode:

30 Scene Menu The Scene Menu allows you to choose scene settings that allow your camera to adapt properly to your current environment. 1) Press

31 Image Quality Menu The Image Quality menu allows you to select the desired quality level of the images taken by your camera. Keep in mind that

32 Anti-Shake Menu The Anti-Shake feature reduces image corruption that can be caused by movement of the camera while capturing the image. 1) Pre

33 Color Effect Menu You can choose to add a color effect to the images taken with your camera. 1) Press the MENU button to open the menus for

34 Image Sharpness Menu You can set the level of sharpness in the images taken with your camera. The sharpness level dictates if the edges of obje

35 7) Press the MENU button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 8) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen

36 Multi – Used in standard conditions the camera divides and adjusts the settings of the image into several zones for light metering such as comple

37 Date/Time Menu When you capture an image with your camera, the image will include a time stamp with the date and time that the image was taken.

38 Silent Mode Menu You have the option of activating the camera‟s Silent mode to disable all of the sound effects (except for beeps heard during

3 Camera Technical Specifications Image Sensor CMOS Sensor Image Resolution 2592x1944(5M) / 2048x1536(3M) / 1600x1200(2M) / 1280x1024(1M) / 640x4

39 Frequency Menu The options in the Frequency menu represent the frequency of the electrical current in flourescent lighting sources in your loca

40 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 captur

41 You will then automatically exit the menu and return to the previous mode with the digital camera settings set to the Factory Default Settings.

42 Thumbnail View Easily navigate and select the image you wish to view by using the Thumbnail View. The images on your camera will be displayed in

43 Photo Playback Mode Menus The following are the menus that appear in your digital video camera‟s Photo Playback Mode: Delete Menu While in t

44 Rotate Menu Use this menu to rotate the pictures that you‟ve taken with your camera. 1) Press the MENU button to open the menus for the curren

45 4) Push the direction button UP or DOWN to scroll through the menu options. 5) Press the OK button when highlighting the “Print Photo” option

46 Connecting the Digital Video Camera to a TV The camera has a AV port to use your larger TV screen in place of the camera‟s LCD screen. On pluggin

47 1. Opening the 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 h

48 Note: Make sure the water resistant USB cover is closed properly before using the camcorder underwater. If a gap appears, reopen and close the US

4 Computer System Requirements – Windows To be able to download photos and videos to your PC, you will need the following minimum configuration:

49  Do not shake the camera to throw the water off.  Do not open the USB cover until the camera is totally dry.  Turn the camera around in all

50 Installing the Software You must be connected to the internet to install and run the Vivitar Experience Image Manager software. 1) Insert the i

51 5) If you have internet access, the “Choose your language” window opens, choose your language and click “Next” to open the next window. 6) Sele

52 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 s

53 Get started! Using the Vivitar Experience Image Manager, you can:  Upload and manage photos and videos to and from the most popular photo shari

54 Transfer media from my camera to my computer manually (Using Macintosh) 1) Use the USB cable that came with your camera to connect your camera t

55 Sakar Warranty Card This warranty covers for the original consumer purchaser only and is not transferable. Products that fail to function properl

56 Technical Support For technical support issues please visit our website at www.vivitar.com. You can find manuals, software and FAQ‟s at the websi

5 Parts of the Camera 1. Power Button 11. Digital Lens 2. Shutter / OK Button 12. LED Light 3. MODE Button 13. Microphone / Speaker 4.

6 Initial Camera Setup Charging the Battery Installing the Memory Card  To Charge the Battery: 1. Power off the camera. 2. Connect the ca

7 When powering the camera ON for the first time the camera will take you through the initial camera setup. Powering the Camera ON 1) Charging t

8 Setting the Camera Language You will first be prompted to select a language for the camera. The Language selection menu will appear. Press th