Vivitar DVR 988HD User manual

DVR 988HD
WiFi Action Camera
Dual Lens 360° View
User Manual
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CONTENTS
Introduction .................................................................................................................................. 2
What’s Included............................................................................................................................ 4
Parts of the Camera..................................................................................................................... 5
Initial Setup .................................................................................................................................. 6
CHARGING THE BATTERY .............................................................................................................................................................6
INSTALLING THE MICRO SD MEMORY CARD.....................................................................................................................................7
POWERING ON –OFF /POWER SAVE.............................................................................................................................................8
USING THE CAMERA...................................................................................................................................................................8
Main Camera Modes.................................................................................................................... 9
Camera Mounts and Accessories............................................................................................... 10
WIRELESS REMOTE ..................................................................................................................................................................10
ASSEMBLING THE BICYCLE MOUNT .............................................................................................................................................. 11
ASSEMBLING THE HELMET MOUNT.............................................................................................................................................. 11
USING THE TRIPOD .................................................................................................................................................................. 12
Using Your Action Camera ......................................................................................................... 13
POWERING ON YOUR CAMERA ...................................................................................................................................................13
CHANGING CAMERA MODE ....................................................................................................................................................... 13
Vivitar Experience Image Manager Software ............................................................................. 14
COMPUTER SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................................................................14
INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE –USING THE CD ROM .........................................................................................................................15
INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE –USING THE ONLINE LINK .....................................................................................................................16
CONNECTING THE CAMERA TO THE COMPUTER ...............................................................................................................................17
GETTING VIDEOS FROM THE CAMERA TO THE COMPUTER ..................................................................................................................18
GETTING STARTED! ..................................................................................................................................................................19
TRANSFERRING IMAGES MANUALLY FROM THE CAMERA TO THE COMPUTER...........................................................................................19
Camera Maintenance................................................................................................................. 21
MEMORY CARD MAINTENANCE .................................................................................................................................................. 21
DEVICE MAINTENANCE .............................................................................................................................................................22
Sakar Warranty Card.................................................................................................................. 23
Technical Support....................................................................................................................... 24
Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................................... 24

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Vivitar DVR 988D HD Wi-Fi Action Cam with Dual Lens 360° View.
Everything you need to take high definition digital videos and photos is included with your
camera.
This unique, ultraportable camera design is adapted specifically for this camera and can be used
to capture special moments in many different environments.
Vivitar makes capturing those special moments as easy as possible.

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Please read this manual carefully first in order to get the most out of your digital camera.
NOTE:
Your digital action camera supports a Class 6 or higher Micro SD card with a capacity
expansion up to 32GB.
In order to use your digital action camera normally, please insert the Micro SD Memory
card before use. Please format the Micro SD Memory Card before first use.
Micro SD Memory cards are not included and need to be purchased separately.
This camera is a plug and play device. You can download the pictures and videos without
the software by directly accessing the camera’s memory card from your computer. We
would however recommend that you install the Vivitar Experience Image Manager
software to enjoy the full Vivitar experience.

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What’s Included
1. Wi-Fi Action Camera
2. USB Cable
3. Remote Control
4. Bicycle Mount
5. Helmet Mount with 3M Sticker
6. Tripod
NOTE:
Class 6- Class 10 Micro SD Memory Card (up to 32GB) needed for normal use.
Micro SD Memory Card not included.

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Parts of the Camera
1. LCD Display
2. Power / Mode Button
3. Wi-Fi Indicator (red)
4. Power Indicator (red) /
Charging Indicator (blue)
5. Wi-Fi / Menu Button
6. Busy Indicator (red)
7. Shutter / OK Button
8. Lens X2
9. Tripod Socket
10.Interface Cover (USB/TF)
11.Speaker
12.Microphone
13.Hand Strap Connector Hole
14.Reset Hole

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Initial Setup
CHARGING THE BATTERY
The camera includes a built-in lithium battery.
Use the supplied USB cable for camera charging.
Connect the USB cable from the camera to a power source, such as to the USB port of your
computer.
While charging, the indicator light appears blue and remains on.
Once the camera is fully charged, the indicator light turns off.
NOTE:
If using an adapter for charging, check the output power before use to ensure it is within
5V/0.5A ~ 5V/2.0A.
While the device is charging it cannot be used to capture images.
Make sure the camera is powered off when recharging.
BATTERY INDICATOR:
Battery Indicator
Description
The battery level is full.
The battery level is half.
The battery level is low, indicating to prepare for recharging
the built-in lithium battery.
The battery level is empty.
Once the empty battery icon flashes on the LCD, this
indicates that the battery level is completely exhausted and
the camera automatically turns off after approximately 30
seconds. Please fully recharge the battery.

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INSTALLING THE MICRO SD MEMORY CARD
Make sure to install a High Speed Class 6 or higher Micro SD Memory card.
AMicro SD Card must be inserted into the camera as shown below before use.
Micro SD Memory card not included.
INSTALLING THE MEMORY CARD:
To properly insert the Micro SD Card, follow the instructions below:
1. Power off the camera.
2. Insert the Micro SD Card into the Micro SD Card slot in the direction as shown above.
3. Gently press the Micro SD Card until you hear a slight clicking sound. This indicates the
memory card has been inserted correctly.
4. To remove the card, gently press on the edge of the card to release it and pull the card out.
IMPORTANT:
Please power the camera off before inserting or taking out the memory card.
If the card is inserted or removed while the camera's power is on, it may damage the card
and/or any recorded data. Always confirm that the power is off before inserting the card into
the camera.
Make sure there is room on the Micro SD Memory Card for additional images. If the Micro SD
Memory Card is full, additional images will not be added to the memory card.

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POWERING ON –OFF / POWER SAVE
TO POWER ON THE CAMERA:
Press and hold the Power button for about 2 seconds and release when a beep is heard
and the LCD screen turns on.
TO POWER OFF THE CAMERA:
1. Press and hold the Power button for about 3 seconds and release.
2. The LCD displays “GOODBYE” and turns off.
POWER SAVE:
Your camera also has an auto power off feature that automatically turns 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 ‘Power Save’Camera Settings menu.
USING THE CAMERA
Short press the
POWER/MODE button
to select the mode.
Long press the WiFi
button to open Settings.
Short press to activate
WiFi.
Press the Shutter
button to capture your
videos and photos.

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Main Camera Modes
Short press the Power/Mode button to toggle between the camera modes.
Video Capture Mode
Use this mode to capture videos with your digital camera.
To record a video, please check that the camera is in Video Mode. If the video icon is
not displayed on the LCD screen, short press the Power/Mode button until it appears. To
start recording, press the Shutter/OK button. Press the Shutter/OK button again to stop
recording. The video is automatically saved to your camera’s memory card.
Photo Capture Mode
Use this mode to capture pictures with your camera.
To take a photo, please check that the camera is in Photo Mode. If the photo icon is
not displayed on the LCD screen, short press the Power/Mode button until it appears.
Press the Shutter/OK button to capture your photo. The picture is automatically saved to
your camera’s memory card.