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Vivitar DVR 908M User Manual

Vivitar DVR 908M
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DVR 908M
Digital Camcorder
User Manual
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Table of Contents

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Vivitar DVR 908M Specifications

General IconGeneral
Video Resolution1080p
Optical Sensor Resolution5 MP
Digital Zoom4x
Sensor TypeCMOS
StorageMicroSD card (up to 32GB)
Battery TypeLithium-ion
ConnectivityUSB
Display2.7-inch LCD
Battery LifeUp to 90 minutes

Summary

Introduction to the Digital Camcorder

What's Included in the Package

Lists essential items provided with the camcorder for setup and use.

Important Notes on Usage

Highlights SD card requirements and software recommendation for optimal camcorder performance.

Camcorder Components Overview

Component Identification

Details and labels physical parts of the camcorder for user reference and operation.

Initial Setup Guide

Battery Installation

Step-by-step guide for inserting batteries into the camcorder.

Memory Card Installation

Instructions for properly inserting the required SD memory card.

Powering On and Basic Operation

Initial steps to turn on the camera and start using it.

Powering Up the Camcorder

Battery Installation Details

In-depth instructions for inserting AAA batteries and notes on usage.

SD Memory Card Insertion

Detailed steps and confirmation for inserting the SDHC card.

First-Time Camcorder Setup

Language Selection

Guide to choosing the preferred language for the camcorder interface.

Date and Time Configuration

Steps to set the camcorder's date and time accurately.

ViviLink Configuration

Setting Default Upload Destinations

Configure default social networks for sharing videos and photos.

Understanding Camcorder Modes

Video Capture Mode

Instructions for recording videos, including start, stop, and menu access.

Photo Capture Mode

Instructions for taking pictures, including start, stop, and menu access.

Playback Mode

How to review, edit, and delete captured photos and videos.

Technical Specifications

Software System Requirements

Windows OS Requirements

Minimum configuration needed for Windows computers to use the software.

Macintosh OS Requirements

Minimum configuration needed for Mac computers to use the software.

Power Management

Turning the Camcorder On

Steps to power on the digital camcorder using the LCD screen and power button.

Turning the Camcorder Off

Instructions to safely power down the digital camcorder.

Auto Power Off Feature

Explanation of the power-saving feature that automatically turns off the device.

Switching Camcorder Modes

Mode Selection Process

Guide on using the MODE button to switch between Video, Photo, and Playback modes.

Menu Navigation Guide

Menu Interaction Controls

Details on using buttons like OK/SET, directional buttons, and MODE to navigate menus.

Key Camera Features

ViviLink Technology Explained

How ViviLink enables uploading photos/videos to social networks.

LED Flash Operation

Instructions on how to turn the LED flash on and off for lighting.

Recording Videos

Scene Selection and Zoom

How to aim the camera, use zoom, and view recording time.

Starting, Pausing, and Stopping Video

Step-by-step instructions for recording video clips.

Video Capture Quick Controls

Directional Button Functions

Explains functions of LEFT, UP, RIGHT, DOWN buttons in video mode.

Other Button Functions

Details on Shutter, OK/SET, and MODE buttons in video mode.

Video Capture Menu Options

Scene and Resolution Settings

Scene Menu Customization

How to adjust scene settings for different environments.

Resolution Menu Adjustment

How to select image resolution and manage memory usage.

Quality and Anti-Shake Settings

Image Quality Selection

How to choose the desired quality level for captured images.

Anti-Shake Feature Usage

How to use the anti-shake feature to reduce image corruption.

White Balance and Color Effects

White Balance Adjustment

How to adjust coloring based on light source for accurate images.

Applying Color Effects

How to add various color effects to captured images.

Sharpness and Light Exposure

Sharpness Level Adjustment

How to set image sharpness for clearer edges.

Light Exposure Control

How to adjust light entering the lens for different lighting conditions.

ISO Sensitivity and Metering

ISO Sensitivity Settings

How to adjust sensor sensitivity for low-light situations.

Metering Modes Explained

How metering affects focus and lighting adjustments.

Language and Timestamp Settings

Language Selection Process

Guide to selecting the camcorder's display language.

Date/Time Stamp Options

How to set or disable date/time stamps on images.

Setting Date and Time

Silent Mode Configuration

Enabling Silent Mode

How to disable sound effects emitted by the camcorder during functions.

Power Saving and Frequency Settings

Auto Power Off Settings

How to configure the automatic shutdown timer for power saving.

Electrical Frequency Adjustment

How to set frequency to prevent flickering in fluorescent lighting.

Memory Card Formatting and TV Setup

Formatting the Memory Card

Instructions on how to erase all content from the SD card.

TV Output Configuration

How to select TV output standards (NTSC/PAL).

Firmware and Factory Reset

Resetting to Factory Defaults

Guide to restoring camcorder settings to their original factory state.

Reviewing Videos

Selecting Videos for Playback

How to navigate and find video files on the camcorder.

Playing Selected Videos

Instructions for starting, pausing, and stopping video playback.

Video Playback Navigation

Thumbnail View Operation

How to use thumbnail view to easily select video or photo files.

Video Playback Quick Controls

Functions of LEFT, UP, RIGHT, DOWN, Shutter, OK/SET, MODE buttons during playback.

Video Playback Menu Options

Deleting Video Files

Deleting a Single Video

Steps to delete one video file from the camcorder.

Managing Video Files

Deleting All Videos and Photos

How to erase all media files from the SD card.

Protecting and Locking Files

How to prevent accidental deletion or alteration of photos/videos.

File Protection and Video Sharing

Locking and Unlocking All Images

How to lock/unlock all media files on the camcorder.

ViviLink for Videos Setup

Instructions to add ViviLink to video files for sharing.

Capturing Photos

Scene Selection and Zoom

How to aim the camera, use zoom, and capture photos.

Taking a Picture

Step-by-step instructions for capturing still images.

Photo Capture Quick Controls

Directional Button Functions

Functions of LEFT, UP, RIGHT, DOWN buttons in photo mode.

Other Button Functions

Details on Shutter, OK/SET, and MODE buttons in photo mode.

Photo Capture Menu Options

Photo Scene and Resolution Settings

Photo Scene Menu Customization

How to adjust scene settings for different environments for photos.

Photo Resolution Adjustment

How to select image resolution for photos.

Photo Quality and Self-Timer

Photo Quality Selection

How to choose the desired quality level for captured photos.

Self-Timer Setup

How to set a delay for capturing photos, allowing the user to be in the picture.

Photo Anti-Shake and White Balance

Photo Anti-Shake Feature

How to use the anti-shake feature for photo capture.

Photo White Balance Adjustment

How to adjust white balance for photos based on lighting.

Photo Color Effects and Multi-Shot

Applying Photo Color Effects

How to add color effects to still images.

Multi-Shot Feature Usage

How to take rapid snapshots in a row.

Photo Sharpness and Exposure

Photo Sharpness Adjustment

How to set image sharpness for photos.

Photo Light Exposure Control

How to control light for photo capture.

Photo ISO and Metering Settings

Photo ISO Sensitivity

How to adjust ISO for photos.

Photo Metering Modes

How metering affects photo capture.

Photo Language and Timestamp

Photo Language Selection

How to select the language for photo mode menus.

Photo Timestamp Options

How to set or disable date/time stamps for photos.

Setting Photo Date and Time

Photo Silent Mode Configuration

Enabling Photo Silent Mode

How to disable sound effects for photo capture functions.

Photo Power Saving and Frequency

Photo Auto Power Off

How to configure auto power off for photos.

Photo Electrical Frequency

How to set frequency for photos.

Photo Memory Card Formatting and TV Setup

Formatting Memory Card for Photos

Instructions to erase all content from the SD card for photos.

Photo TV Output Settings

How to select TV output standards for photos.

Photo Firmware and Factory Reset

Resetting Photo Settings to Defaults

Guide to restoring photo settings to their original factory state.

Reviewing Photos

Selecting Photos for Viewing

How to navigate and find photo files on the camcorder.

Zooming In and Out of Photos

Instructions for magnifying selected photos.

Photo Playback Navigation

Photo Thumbnail View

How to use thumbnail view to select photo files.

Photo Playback Quick Controls

Functions of LEFT, UP, RIGHT, DOWN, Shutter, OK/SET, MODE buttons during photo playback.

Photo Playback Menu Options

Deleting Photo Files

Deleting a Single Photo

Steps to delete one photo file from the camcorder.

Managing Photo Files

Deleting All Photos and Videos

How to erase all media files from the SD card.

Rotating Photos

How to rotate captured pictures to the desired orientation.

Photo File Protection

Locking and Unlocking Photos

How to lock/unlock individual photos to prevent deletion.

Locking All Photos

How to lock all photo files on the camcorder.

Printing and Slide Shows

Printing Photos via Pictbridge

Instructions for printing photos directly to a Pictbridge compatible printer.

Configuring Photo Slide Shows

How to set intervals and play photo slide shows.

Photo Sharing and TV Connectivity

ViviLink for Photos Setup

Instructions to add ViviLink to photo files for sharing.

Connecting to a Television

Guide on how to connect the camcorder to a TV using an AV cable.

TV Connection Procedure

Software Installation Guide

Installing via CD-ROM

Instructions for installing the Vivitar Experience Image Manager from the included CD.

Online Software Installation

Computer Connectivity

Connecting via USB Cable

Steps to connect the camcorder to a computer using the USB cable.

Transferring Media to Computer

Using Vivitar Image Manager

Guide on using the software to transfer photos and videos from the device.

Vivitar Image Manager Capabilities

Manual File Transfer (Windows)

Transferring via Windows Explorer

Step-by-step manual transfer of photos/videos using Windows.

Manual File Transfer (Mac/iPad)

Transferring via Macintosh Finder

Manual transfer of files using Macintosh Finder.

Transferring to Apple iPad

Methods to import photos/videos to an iPad.

Camcorder Care and Maintenance

Warranty Information

Understanding the Warranty

Details coverage for defects under normal usage and exclusions.

Service Request Procedure

Steps required when returning the product for warranty service.

Technical Support Contact

Common Troubleshooting Issues

Photos Not Appearing After Transfer

Solutions for when transferred photos are not visible on the computer.

Preventing Picture Loss

Recommendations to avoid losing important pictures during camera power off.

Recovering Deleted Images

How to recover accidentally deleted images using the Recycle Bin.

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