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Contents Introduction .................................................................................................................................. 2 What Your Camera Includes ......................................................................................................... 2 Parts of the Camera ..................................................................................................................... 3 Initial Camera Setup ..............................................................
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 has 128MB of internal memory. In order to expand the memory capacity to capture more images insert an SD Memory card (up to 32GB). SD Memory cards are not included and need to be purchased separately.
Parts of the Camera 1. Power button 2. Shutter button 3. T / Zoom In button 4. W / Zoom Out button 5. MODE button 6. SET button 7. Scene / Left button 8. Slideshow / Up button 9. Delete / Right button 10. ViviLink / Down button 11. LCD Screen 12. Lens 13. Battery Compartment 14. Memory Card Slot 15. USB/AV Slot 16. Wrist Strap connector 17.
Initial Camera Setup Installing the Batteries Installing the Memory Card SD Memory card (up to 32GB) - for additional camera memory Turning On the Camera Using the Camera Selecting the modes 4 Accessing the menu
Main Camera Modes Your camera has different modes for the various camera functions. You can switch modes by pressing the MODE (M) button on your camera after the camera has been powered ON. Video Capture Mode Use this mode to capture videos with your digital camera. This is the default mode when the camera is powered ON. To take a video, aim your camera as desired and press the Shutter button to start the record. A red record indicator will appear on the LCD screen while record is in progress.
Camera Technical Specifications Image Sensor CMOS Sensor (5M) 2592 x 1944 pixels, (3M) 2048 x 1536 pixels, Image Resolution (2M) 1600 x 1200 pixels, (2M HD) 1920 x 1080 pixels and (VGA) 640 x 480 pixels Video Resolution 640X480 pixels (30 fps), 320X240 pixels (30 fps) File Format JPEG/AVI Internal Memory 128 MB External Memory SD Card (up to 32GB) LCD Display 1.8 Inch TFT Lens 3P Zoom 4X Digital Zoom Exposure -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
Using Your Digital Camera Make sure the batteries have been inserted properly into your digital camera. If your camera comes with a rechargeable lithium battery, make sure it is fully charged before the first use. Make sure an SD card has been inserted into your camera if you would like to expand your camera memory capacity beyond the internal memory to capture additional videos and photos. Powering the camera ON Press the Power button to turn your camera ON.
When the camera is first powered ON, the Video Capture Mode will be active. The icons that appear on the LCD screen are the best default settings so that you can begin to capture and enjoy clear quality videos and photos. To change the active camera mode, make sure the camera is powered ON and press the MODE (M) button.
Video Capture Mode The Video Capture Mode allows you to capture videos with your digital camera. When the camera is first powered ON, the camera will be in Video Capture Mode. Taking a Video 1) While in Video Capture Mode use the LCD display to direct the camera at the scene you would like to capture. 2) Click the T/Zoom In and W/Zoom Out buttons to better set the camera display if desired. Note: The actual shape of these buttons may vary per camera model.
Video Capture Mode Menus The following are the menus that appear in your camera‟s Video Capture Mode: 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 SET button to open the menus for the current mode. 2) Press the LEFT or RIGHT direction control buttons to scroll and select the chosen menu. 3) Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options.
5) A selected option icon will appear on the selected item. 6) Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. 7) Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 8) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen. 9) Remember that this setting will be saved by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings.
5) A selected option icon will appear on the selected item. 6) Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. 7) Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 8) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen. 9) Remember that this setting will be saved by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings.
5) A selected option icon will appear on the selected item. 6) Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. 7) Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 8) Remember that this setting will be saved 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.
1) Press the SET button to open the menus for the current mode. 2) Press the LEFT or RIGHT direction control buttons to scroll and select the chosen menu. 3) Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options. 4) Press the SET button to select the desired option. 5) A 6) Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. 7) Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Audio Menu The Audio menu allows you to control the camera‟s ability to record audio in the video clips recorded with your camera in addition to the video record. 1) Press the SET button to open the menus for the current mode. 2) Press the LEFT or RIGHT direction control buttons to scroll and select the chosen menu. 3) Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options. 4) Press the SET button to select the desired option.
Frequency Menu The options in the Frequency menu represent the frequency of the electrical current in fluorescent 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. 50Hz – UK, Europe and Australia 60Hz – US, Canada and South America 1) Press the SET button to open the menus for the current mode.
4) If you would like to proceed with the format, select “Yes” and press the SET button. 5) You will be asked to confirm your wish to format your memory card. 6) Select “No” to exit without formatting. 7) Select “Yes” and press the SET button to begin the format. 8) The memory card will be completely formatted. Firmware Settings Menu Use this menu to view the Firmware version on your camera or to reset your camera settings to the Factory Default Settings.
Press the Shutter button again to pause the video and continue playing and pausing as needed. While the Video is playing all the icons on the top section of the LCD disappear. To fully stop the video and restore the icons to the LCD, press the UP button on the Direction Controls. Thumbnail View Use the W/Zoom Out button to display the images on your camera in Thumbnail View. The images on your camera will be displayed in a 3 X 3 matrix where you can scroll and select images from the thumbnails.
Video Playback Mode Menus The following are the menus that appear in your camera‟s Video 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 – Walmart Edition application. 1) Press the SET button to open the menus for the current mode. 2) Press the LEFT or RIGHT direction control buttons to scroll and select the chosen menu.
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 SET button to open the menus for the current mode. 2) Press the LEFT or RIGHT direction control buttons to scroll and select the chosen menu. 3) Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options. 4) Press the SET button to select the desired option.
Photo Capture Mode The Photo Capture mode allows you to capture pictures with your digital camera. Taking a Picture 1) While in Photo Capture mode, use the LCD display 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. 3) 4) Click the Shutter button on the top of the camera to take the picture.
Photo Capture Mode Menus The following are the menus that appear in your camera‟s Photo Capture Mode: 23
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 SET button to open the menus for the current mode. 2) Press the LEFT or RIGHT direction control buttons to scroll and select the chosen menu. 3) Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options. 4) Press the SET button to select the desired option. 5) A 6) Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
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. 1) Press the SET button to open the menus for the current mode. 2) Press the LEFT or RIGHT direction control buttons to scroll and select the chosen menu. 3) Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to scroll through the menu options.
9) Remember that this setting will be saved 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 coloring of the captured images depending on the type of light source in the current environment. Properly adjusting the White Balance setting to match your current environment will allow the camera to properly balance the colors in the images that are taken with your camera.
8) Remember that this setting will be saved 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 rapid snapshots in a row with a single click of the shutter button. 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 SET button to open the menus for the current mode.
8) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen 9) Remember that this setting will be saved 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 light that enters your camera‟s lens. This setting should be adjusted when the environment is lighter or darker than normal.
6) Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item. 7) Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 8) Remember that this setting will be saved by your camera until you manually change the setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings. Silent Mode Menu You have the option of activating the camera‟s Silent mode to disable all of the sound effects that the camera emits when performing camera functions.
7) Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode. 8) Remember that this setting will be saved 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 fluorescent lighting sources in your locale.
1) Press the SET button to open the menus for the current mode. 2) Press the LEFT or RIGHT direction control buttons to scroll and select the chosen menu. 3) Press the UP or DOWN direction control buttons to highlight the menu options. While scrolling down the selected option will be highlighted. 4) If you would like to proceed with the format, select “Yes” and press the SET button. 5) You will be asked to confirm your wish to format your memory card. 6) Select “No” to exit without formatting.
Photo Playback Mode When you first turn on the camera, the camera will be in Video Capture mode by default. Press the MODE button twice to open the Playback Mode. The playback mode will allow you to review and edit photos and videos that you‟ve already taken with you camera. Viewing Photos on Your Camera Once in the Playback mode, press the LEFT or RIGHT direction buttons to scroll through the images on your camera‟s memory card. Photos appear with a icon on the top left of the LCD screen.
Photo Playback Mode Quick Function Buttons Your digital camera has a four-directional pad that functions as Quick Function buttons. Button Left Up Action Displays the PREVIOUS image Views all the Photos as a Slide Show with 3, 5 or 10 second intervals 1. Displays the NEXT image Right 2. DELETE: Holding the button down for 3 seconds opens the Delete Menu for the selected image.
4) Press the SET button to select the desired option. 5) A 6) An icon will appear on the image with the selected ViviLink destination site when you return selected option icon will appear on the selected item. to the Playback display. 7) Changing the ViviLink destination site will also make the selected site the new default ViviLink option. A new default can be selected at any time through this menu. 8) Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
5) To delete this one photo, select “Delete This Photo” 6) To delete all unlocked photos on your camera‟s memory card, select “Delete All Photos”. 7) Press the SET button to select the desired option. 8) You will be asked to confirm your selection. 9) The photos will be deleted as desired. 10) Remember: The Delete menu can also be accessed simply by pushing and holding down the Right Quick Function Button for 3 seconds.
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. 1) Connect the camera to a TV with the TV cable (supplied). Connect the black jack into the camera‟s AV slot. Connect the yellow jack into the TV – Video port. Connect the white jack into the TV – Audio port. 2) Turn On the TV and the camera, and then set the TV to “AV” mode.
Installing the Software You must be connected to the internet to install and run the Vivitar Experience Image Manager – Walmart Edition 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 – Walmart Edition 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.
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. 5) If you have internet access, select your camera model from the list and click “Next” to open the next window. 6) Click “Next” to confirm your camera model selection and to install the application. 7) Please wait while the application is being installed on your computer. 8) Please review the license terms.
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. 1) Select the “Get Images” button from the Main menu. 2) The “Get Images from device” window opens. 3) You can select to download photos, videos or both. 4) Select your camera (removable disk) from the device window.
Get started! Using the Vivitar Experience Image Manager – Walmart Edition, you can: Upload and manage photos and videos to and from the most popular photo sharing and social networking sites – Walmart Photo Center, Photobucket, Facebook, Flickr, MySpace, Picasa, Twitpic, Twitgoo and YouTube Seamlessly transfer photos and videos from one social network to another Organize your images by creating offline and online albums Edit images using automatic and manual tools Order prints online
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 appears 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. Optionally, select the files and choose Copy from the Finder‟s Edit menu.
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 from the time of purchase.
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. Can‟t find what you are looking for? E-mail us at support@vivitar.com and one of our technical support team members will answer your questions. For phone support in the US please call 1-800-592-9541, in the UK call 0800 917 4831, in Australia call 1800-006-614. If you would like to call from anywhere else, please visit www.vivitar.