DVR 910HD Digital Video Camera User Manual © 2010 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.
Contents Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................... 2 What Your Camera Includes ............................................................................................................................ 2 Camera Technical Specifications .....................................................................................................................
Introduction Thank you for purchasing this camera. Everything you need to take quality digital photos and videos is included with your camera. Vivitar makes capturing those special moments as easy as possible. Note: Your camera needs an SD Memory card (up to 32GB) for normal use. SD Memory cards are not included and need to be purchased separately. Please read this manual carefully first in order to get the most out of your digital camera.
Camera Technical Specifications Image Sensor Image Resolution Video Resolution File Format External Memory LCD Display Lens Zoom Exposure White Balance ISO CMOS Sensor (3264x2448 (8M) / 3648x2048(7M-HD) / 2592x1944(5M) 2048x1536(3M) / 1920x1080(2M-HD) / 640x480(VGA) 1280X720 (HD), VGA 640X480, QVGA 320X240 JPEG/AVI SD Card (up to 32GB) 2.7 Inch TFT / Flash Self-Timer Anti-Shake Print Photos Face Detect Smile Capture Interface System Requirements Battery f=7.45 4X Digital Zoom -3.0EV ~ +3.
Computer System Requirements – Windows To be able to download photos and videos to your PC, you will need the following minimum configuration: Pentium 4 processor or above with Windows XP service pack 2, Windows Vista or Windows 7 512 MB RAM, with 100MB of free disk space 1024 x 768 Recommended screen resolution 16-bit color or higher display adaptor CD-ROM Drive QuickTime 6 or higher Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 or higher Windows Media Player 10 or higher Internet connec
A Quick Look at your Digital Camera 1. Power button 2. ViviLink button 3. Photo Shutter Button 4. Video Shutter Button 5. LCD Screen 6. LED 7. W / Zoom Out / Vol 8. T / Zoom In / Vol + 9. MODE Button 10. MENU Button 11. OK Button 12. Self-Timer / Left Button 13. EV+ / Up / Slideshow 14. Delete / Right Button 15. EV- / Down Button 16. Microphone 17. LED Flash Light 18. USB Slot 19. TV- Out Slot 20. Tripod Socket 21. Digital Lens 22. Battery Compartment 23. SD Memory Card slot 24. Speaker 25.
Initial Camera Setup Flip open the LCD screen. When powering the camera ON for the first time the camera will take you through the initial camera setup. Powering the Camera ON 1) Make sure the batteries have been inserted properly into your digital camera. 2) Make sure an SD card has been inserted into your camera. 3) Press the POWER button to turn on the camera.
Setting the Camera Language 1) You will first be prompted to select a language for the camera. The Language selection menu will appear. Select the language of your choice and press the SET button to confirm the selection. 2) After selecting a language, you will be asked if you would like to continue with the initial camera setup. A message will appear: “Continue with Camera Setup?” Select “Yes” to continue or “No” to exit the setup.
Setting the ViviLink Default Option Once the Date and Time have been set, you will be asked to set the default ViviLink destination for photos and videos taken with your camera. The ViviLink technology allows you to quickly and easily upload your camera‟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.
While the camera is on, you can press the Power button again at any point to turn your camera OFF. You will see a “Goodbye” splash screen and then the camera will power off completely. Note: your digital camera also has an Auto Power Off feature that will automatically turn off your camera after a specific period of time that your camera is left idle. The Auto Power Off settings can be set from the Auto Power Off settings menu.
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 Navigating the Menus Each camera mode has a set of menus specific to that mode. Press the MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
4) If the selection can be remembered by the camera, a selection icon will appear to the right of the selected menu option. Changes made to these options will remain as is until you decide to change them again at a later time. 5) Some menu options are single-use functions that are not remembered by the camera and do not display this icon when selected. 6) At any time you can press the MODE button to exit the menus and return to the previous screen.
4) You will see a red light at the top of the LCD indicating that the record is in progress. 5) To stop the video record, press the shutter button again. 6) The picture will automatically be saved to the camera‟s memory or SD card. Video Capture Mode Quick Function Buttons Your digital camera has a four-directional joystick that functions as Quick Function buttons.
Video Capture Mode Menus The following are the menus that appear in your camera‟s Video Capture Mode: 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 the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options. 2) Press the OK button to select the desired option. 3) A 4) Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 5) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen.
2) Press the OK button to select the desired option. 3) A 4) Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 5) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen. 6) Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or selected option icon will appear on the selected item restore the camera‟s default factory settings.
Anti-Shake Menu The Anti-Shake feature reduces image corruption that can be caused by movement of the camera while capturing the image. 1) Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options. 2) Press the OK button to select the desired option. 3) A 4) Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 5) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen.
1) Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options. 2) Press the OK button to select the desired option. 3) A 4) Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 5) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen 6) Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or selected option icon will appear on the selected item restore the camera‟s default factory settings.
6) Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. 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 objects in the image are more or less distinct. 1) Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options. 2) Press the OK button to select the desired option.
When the environment has more light than is needed, reduce the exposure setting (by using the negative count) to reduce the amount of light allowed into the lens by your camera. 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 . 1) Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options. 2) Press the OK button to select the desired option.
and allow you to capture images in lower-light situations. The higher sensitivity to light however, may reduce the quality of the 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. 1) Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options. 2) Press the OK button to select the desired option.
Center – Averages the light metered from the entire frame, but giving greater weight to the subjectin 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.
1) Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options. 2) Press the OK button to select the desired option. 3) A 4) Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 5) Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or selected option icon will appear on the selected item restore the camera‟s default factory settings.
3) A selected option icon now appears to the right of the option name 4) Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 5) 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) Highlight the “Date Setup” menu option. 2) Press the OK button to select the desired option.
2) Press the OK button to select the desired option. 3) A 4) Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 5) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen 6) Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or selected option icon will appear on the selected item restore the camera‟s default factory settings.
5) Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Frequency Menu The options in the Frequency menu represent the frequency of the electrical current in flourescent lighting sources in your locale. If your camera is set to a frequency that does not match your country‟s electric current, you may see flickering or waves on the images taken by your camera.
Format Memory Card Menu You can use the Format Memory Card menu to delete all of the content that is currently on your camera‟s memory card. Keep in mind that formatting the memory card will permanently delete all of the content on your camera’s memory card. This option will delete all of the content at one time. If you would like to delete individual images, use the delete menu in the camera‟s Playback mode. 1) Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to highlight the menu options.
Factory Settings Menu Use this menu to view the Firmware version on your camera or to reset your camera settings to the factory default settings. 1) Select the “Default Setting”. 2) Press the OK button. 3) You will be asked to confirm your wish to restore all of the factory settings 4) The settings will be reset.
When you find a video that you would like to play, press the VideoShutter button to start playing the video. Press the OK button again to pause the video and continue playing and pausing as needed. To fully stop the video, press the Up button. To increase or decrease the volume of the playback sound track of the video press the Zoom controls T / Vol+ or W / Vol -.
Button Action Select PREVIOUS image Left Stop a playing video UP Select NEXT image Right Holding the Right navigation button for 3 HOLD Right for 3 seconds will open the delete menu for the selected image Seconds No Function Down Video Capture Mode Menus The following are the menus that appear in your camera‟s Video Capture Mode: 29
ViviLink Menu The ViviLink technology allows you to quickly and easily upload your camera‟s photos and videos to the social networks of your choice with the accompanying Vivitar Experience Image Manager application. 1) Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options. 2) Press the OK button to select the desired option. 3) A 4) Press the MODE 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 UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options. 2) Press the OK button to select the desired option. 3) Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 4) Any image that is locked will display a lock symbol on the LCD screen when viewing that image in the playback mode.
4) Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options. 5) To delete this one video, select “Delete This Video” 6) To delete all the videos on your camera‟s memory card, select “Delete All Videos” 7) Press the OK button to select the desired option.
Photo Capture Mode The Photo Capture mode allows you to capture pictures with your digital camera. Press the MODE button once to open the Photo Capture Mode. Taking a Picture 1) While in Photo Capture mode, use the LCD display on the back of the camera to direct the camera at the scene you would like to capture. 2) Click the T/Zoom In and W/Zoom Out buttons to zoom in/out if desired. Note: The actual shape of these buttons may vary per camera model.
Open the ViviLink menu ViviLink Button Activate the Self-Timer Left Up Opens the Light Exposure + menu OK LED Flash On/Off Delete Last Image – Allows you to Right delete the last image taken Down Opens the Light Exposure - menu LED Flash Option To increase the lighting in dark situations, press the OK button to activate the 2 LED Flash Light on the front of the camera below the lens. Press the OK button again to turn the LED off.
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Scene Menu The Scene Menu allows you to choose scene settings that allow your camera to adapt properly to your current environment. 1) Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options. 2) Press the OK button to select the desired option.
3) A selected option icon will appear on the selected item. 4) Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. 5) Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 6) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen. 7) Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings.
6) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen. 7) Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. 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 images with a higher image quality level will also take up more memory on your camera.
Self-Timer Menu The Self-Timer menu allows you to set a delay between the time that the camera‟s shutter button is pressed and the actual capture of the picture. This is an optimal feature if you don‟t just want to take the picture but would also would like to be in the picture yourself. Just set the desired self-timer delay, press the shutter button on your camera and position yourself in front of the camera as desired. 1) Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options.
Anti-Shake Menu The Anti-Shake feature reduces image distortion that can be caused by movement of the camera while capturing the image. 1) Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options. 2) Press the OK button to select the desired option. 3) A 4) Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. 5) Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 6) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen.
1) Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options. 2) Press the OK button to select the desired option. 3) A 4) Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. 5) Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 6) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen.
4) Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. 5) Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 6) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen. 7) Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings.
7) 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 with your camera. 1) Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options. 2) Press the OK button to select the desired option. 3) A 4) Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
This feature can be effective when trying to capture a particular moment in a sporting event or other scenes with quick movements. 1) Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options. 2) Press the OK button to select the desired option. 3) A 4) Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. 5) Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
3) A selected option icon will appear on the selected item. 4) Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. 5) Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 6) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen 7) Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings.
2) Press the OK button to select the desired option. 3) A 4) Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. 5) Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 6) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen 7) Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or selected option icon will appear on the selected item. restore the camera‟s default factory settings.
3) A selected option icon will appear on the selected item. 4) Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. 5) Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 6) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen 7) Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings.
1) Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options. 2) Press the OK button to select the desired option. 3) A 4) Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. 5) Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
6) Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. 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. The Date/Time menu allows you to set your camera‟s date and time as desired. You can also disable the timestamp for future images that will be taken with your camera.
6) 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 UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options 2) Highlight the “Date Setup” menu option. 3) Press the OK button to select the desired option. 4) The Date Setup submenu will open. 5) Scroll through the window with the RIGHT and LEFT navigation buttons.
3) A selected option icon will appear on the selected item. 4) Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. 5) Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 6) Remember that this setting 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.
6) Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Frequency Menu The options in the Frequency menu represent the frequency of the electrical current in flourescent lighting sources in your locale. If your camera is set to a frequency that does not match your country‟s electric current, you may see waves on the images taken by your camera.
Format Memory Card Menu You can use the Format Memory Card menu to delete all of the content that is currently on your camera‟s memory card. Keep in mind that formatting the memory card will permanently delete all of the content on your camera’s memory card. This option will delete all of the content at one time. If you would like to delete individual images, use the delete menu in the camera‟s Playback mode. 7) Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to highlight the menu options.
Factory Settings Menu Use this menu to view the Firmware version on your camera or to reset your camera settings to the factory default settings. 1) The “Default Setting” is selected. 2) Press the OK button to reset the camera to the factory default settings. 3) You will be asked to confirm your wish to restore all of the factory settings. 4) Press the UP or DOWN buttons to select “Yes” and press the SET button to begin the format. 5) The camera will be reset.
Once in the Playback mode, press the LEFT or RIGHT direction buttons to scroll through the images on your camera‟s memory card. An image icon appear on the bottom left of the LCD screen . Zooming In/Out on a Photo Press the T / Zoom In button to zoom in on a photo on your camera. Use the direction buttons to navigate around the photo. Press the W/Zoom Out button to zoom out on a photo on your camera. Thumbnail View Easily navigate and select the image you wish to view by using the Thumbnail View.
Photo Playback Mode Quick Function Buttons Your digital camera has a four-directional pad that functions as Quick Function buttons.
Photo Playback Mode Menus The following are the menus that appear in your camera‟s Photo Playback Mode: ViviLink Menu The ViviLink technology allows you to quickly and easily upload your camera‟s photos and videos to the social networks of your choice with the accompanying Vivitar Experience Image Manager application. 1) Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options.
2) Press the OK button to select the desired option. 3) A 4) Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. 5) Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 6) An icon will appear on the image with the selected ViviLink destination site. If no ViviLink destination is selected option icon will appear on the selected item. manually selected, the default destination will be set automatically and display in the playback mode.
Crop Image Menu You can crop any picture on your camera with the Crop feature. 1) Press the UP or DOWN to highlight the Crop option. 2) Press the OK button to open the crop option. 3) The crop window will open on the selected picture. 4) Use the directional buttons to move the crop box to define the desired crop area. 5) Use the W/T zoom buttons on the camera to enlarge or shrink the crop box. 6) When you are ready to crop, press the Shutter button.
2) Press the OK button to select the desired option. 3) Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. 4) Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 5) Any image that is locked will display a lock symbol on the LCD screen when viewing that image in the playback mode. Photos that are not locked will not display the lock symbol. 6) Remember that you cannot delete or edit photos while they are locked.
Delete with the Quick Function Delete Button You can also access the delete menu in Playback mode by pressing and holding on the “Delete” quick function button on the camera for 3 seconds. 1) While the camera is in Playback mode, view the photo you would like to delete. 2) Press and hold on the Delete Quick Function key (the right button on the navigation pad) for 3 seconds. 3) The delete menu will open. 4) Delete the photo(s) as desired.
7) Once connected, follow the instructions on the printer to proceed with the printing process. 8) Select the “Cancel” option to exit the menu and return to the previous mode. Slide Show Menu You can view a slideshow of all the pictures taken with your camera by pressing the “Up” Quick Function button while in Playback mode. The Slideshow menu allows you to set the interval length of time that each picture will display during the slideshow.
TV Out Function to Connect the 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 plugging the TV-out cable (supplied) to the cameras AV out jack, the LCD screen will turns blank. Use the camera as you would to capture and playback photos and videos. The images will appear on the TV instead of on the LCD screen. Note: The only limitation of using the TV screen is that the camera is now not portable.
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 PC: The Vivitar Experience Image Manager Installer window appears. If the window does not appear, open the application‟s CD/DVD drive and click on “Setup.exe” to launch the installer.
3) On Macintosh: 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 camera. Click the “How to transfer photos and videos from my camera to my computer” button for instructions.
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 PC and Macintosh: Click the “I accept the terms of this license agreement” and then click “Next” to continue.
Connecting the Camera to the Computer 1) Use the USB cable that came with your camera to connect your camera to your computer. 2) Power the camera on. 3) The first time you connect the device to the computer you will have to wait a few seconds until the computer recognizes the device. 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 computer.
2) The “Get media from device” window opens. 3) You can select to download photos, videos or both. 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 photo and video files. 6) Add the new photo and video files to albums if desired. 7) Select to remove the media files from the selected device (removable disk) after the import.
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 the Tour” button on the application`s Home page. Transfer media from my camera to my computer manually (Using Windows) 1) Use the USB cable that came with your camera to connect your camera to your computer. 2) MSDC appears on the LCD.
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 to your computer. 2) MSDC appear on the LCD. 3) The camera‟s 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.
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.
Sakar US Sakar UK/Europe Sakar Australia Sakar International Attention: Service Department Return faulty camera to the Attention: Service Department 2D, Siskin Parkway East Refund Counter at the store 195 Carter Drive 4020 Middlemarch Business Park where purchased Edison, NJ Coventry, CV3 4PE 08817 Technical Support For technical support issues please visit our website at www.vivitar.com. You can find manuals, software and FAQ‟s at the website.
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 and then try downloading them again. With test photos if the camera powers off before you upload them to the computer the photos are not stored in the camera`s memory.
