Vivitar 610v2 User manual

610v2 Digital Video Camera
User Manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction .................................................................................................................................. 2
What’s Included............................................................................................................................ 2
Parts of the Camera..................................................................................................................... 3
Initial Camera Setup..................................................................................................................... 4
Main Camera Modes.................................................................................................................... 7
Camera Technical Specifications.................................................................................................. 8
Computer System Requirements ................................................................................................. 9
Powering the Camera On/Off..................................................................................................... 10
Changing Camera Mode.............................................................................................................11
Navigating the Menus................................................................................................................. 12
Camera Feature: ViviLink........................................................................................................... 13
Video Capture Mode .................................................................................................................. 14
Video Playback Mode................................................................................................................. 22
Photo Capture Mode.................................................................................................................. 27
Photo Playback Mode ................................................................................................................ 39
Installing the Software................................................................................................................ 46
Connecting the Camera to the Computer................................................................................... 48
Getting Videos and Photos from the Camera to the Computer .................................................. 49
Getting Started! .......................................................................................................................... 50
Transferring Images from the Camera to the Computer Manually.............................................. 50
Camera Maintenance................................................................................................................. 52
Sakar Warranty Card.................................................................................................................. 52
Technical Support....................................................................................................................... 53
Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................................... 53

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this camera. Everything you need to take quality digital Videos (AVI)
and Photo (JPG) is included with your camera.
Vivitar makes capturing those special moments as easy as possible.
Please read this manual carefully first in order to get the most out of your digital video camera.
NOTE:
Your camera requires an SD Memory card (up to 32GB) for normal use.
SD Memory cards are not included and need to be purchased separately.
For best video performance of your device, it is strongly recommended to use a high speed
SD Memory card of Class 4 or higher. Class 4 cards are usually marked with .
This camera is a Plug and Play device. You can download the pictures and videos captured
by your camera without the software by directly accessing the camera’s memory card from
your computer. It is recommended however that you install the Vivitar Experience Image
Manager Software to enjoy the full Vivitar experience.
What’s Included
1. Digital Video Camera
2. Vivitar Experience Image Manager
Software Installation CD
3. Wrist Strap
4. Built-in USB Connector
NOTE: SD Memory Card not included.

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Parts of the Camera
1.
Power Button
11.
Battery Compartment
2.
Shutter Button
12.
SD Memory Card Slot
3.
Left / Zoom Out/ Thumbnail View Button
13.
USB Connector
4.
Right / Zoom In Button
14.
USB Lever
5.
MODE (M) Button
15.
Wrist Strap Connector
6.
SET/OK Button
16.
Speaker
7.
Up / Previous Image / Scene Selection Button
17.
Microphone
8.
Down / Next Image / Delete Button
18.
Tripod Socket
9.
LCD Flip Screen
10.
Digital Lens

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Initial Camera Setup
INSTALLING THE BATTERIES
INSTALLING THE MEMORY CARD
Slide open the battery cover on the
front of the camera. Install 2 xAA
batteries with the correct polarity, as
illustrated inside the battery
compartment. Slide the cover to close
the battery compartment.
Alkaline batteries recommended.
SD Memory card (up to 32GB) needed for
normal use.
For best video performance, it is strongly
recommended to use a high speed SD
Memory card of Class 4 or higher.
NOTE: Please turn off the camera before
installing the SD Memory card.
TURNING ON THE CAMERA
USING THE CAMERA

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FIRST TIME INITIAL SETUP
When powering the camera ON for the first time the camera will take you through the INITIAL
CAMERA SETUP.
Powering the Camera ON
1. BATTERIES:
Make sure the batteries have been inserted properly into your digital video camera.
Alkaline batteries are recommended.
Slide the battery cover on the front of the camera in a downward direction to open the
cover. Insert 2x AA(1.5V) batteries (not included) with the correct polarity, according to
the polarity illustrated inside the battery compartment.
NOTE:
Rechargeable batteries are not recommended for use.
Remove the batteries from the camera when not in use for an extended period.
Do not mix alkaline and non-alkaline batteries.
Some features, if they are included with your camera such as Flash, will not work if the
battery power level is low.
When the battery power is low the battery icon turns red and the camera will
automatically turn off a few seconds later.
The energy status of the power is displayed on LCD as shown below:
Full battery power Medium battery power Low battery power
2. SD MEMORY CARD:
Make sure an SD Memory card has been properly inserted into your camera.
The Memory Card slot is located on the side of your digital video camera.
To properly insert the SD Card:
Push the SD card gently into the slot in the direction shown on the camera (see SD icon
by the SD card slot). Press the SD card until you hear a slight clicking sound. This
indicates the SD card has been inserted correctly.
NOTE:
After the camera is powered on, an SD icon appears on the LCD display. If you do not
see the SD icon on the display, please check if the card was inserted properly.

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Make sure the SD card is not locked (check the lock switch on the side of the SD card). If
the SD card is locked this willpreventthe camera fromsaving capturedphotos to the SD card.
3. POWER ON:
Press the POWER button, on the side of the camera, to turn on the camera.
Setting the Camera Language
You will be prompted to select a language for the camera.
1. The Language selection menu appears.
2. Select the language of your choice by pressing the UP or DOWN direction control
buttons.
3. Press the SET button to confirm the selection and exit the setup.
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.
NOTE: If you select “No” and decide to leave the camera setup,the camera will be set to its default
settings. These settings can be adjusted at any time manually through the menus in the camera.
Setting the ViviLink Default Option
Once you have selected “Yes” to continue the setup, you will be asked to set the default ViviLink
destination for photos and videos taken with your digital camcorder.
The ViviLink technology allows you to quickly and easily upload your camcorder’s photos and
videos to the social networks of your choice with the accompanying Vivitar Experience Image
Manager Software application.
1. First you will be asked to choose the default ViviLink social network for Photos and then for
Videos.
2. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to highlight the desired default social network and press
the SET button to confirm the selection for Photos and then for Videos.
Congratulations! Your digital camcorder is now ready to use!

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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 video 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 blinking record indicator will appear on the LCD screen while record is in
progress. To stop the record, press the Shutter button again. The video will be
automatically saved to your camera’s memory card.
To access the various menus for the Video Capture mode, press the SET button while in
the Video Capture mode.
PHOTO CAPTURE MODE
Use this mode to capture pictures with your camera.
After turning on your camera, press the MODE (M) button once to open the Photo Capture
mode.
To take a picture, aim your camera as desired and press the Shutter button.
The picture will be automatically saved to your camera’s memory card.
To access the various menus for the Photo Capture mode, press the SET button while in
the Photo Capture mode.
PLAYBACK MODE (PHOTOS & VIDEOS)
Use this mode to view and manage the photos and videos on your camera.
After turning on your camera, press the MODE (M) button twice to open the Playback mode
for photos and videos. You can scroll through the photos and videos that you’ve previously
taken to view, edit or delete them as desired.
To access the various menus for the Playback mode for photos and videos, press the SET
button while in the Playback mode.

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Camera Technical Specifications
Product type
Digital Video Camera
Digital Video Resolution
D1 720x480 (30fps), VGA 640x480 (30fps),
QVGA 320x240 (30fps )
Digital Photo Resolution
2M (1600x1200), 1.3M (1280x1024), VGA (640x480)
Image Sensor
CMOS Sensor
LCD Display
1.8 Inch TFT, Flip LCD –180 degrees
External Memory
SD card (up to 32GB) needs to be inserted to use the camera
Zoom
2X Digital Zoom
Frequency
50Hz / 60 Hz
Scene
Auto, Scenery, Portrait, Night Scenery, Night Portrait,
High Sensitivity, Sport, Beach, Party
Self-Timer
2 seconds, 5 seconds, 10 seconds, Off
White Balance
Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Incandescent, Fluorescent
Multi SnapShots
Yes
Exposure
-3.0EV ~ +3.0EV
ISO
Auto, 100, 200, 400
Slide Show
3 seconds, 5 seconds, 10 seconds
Language
English, French ,Spanish, Portuguese, German, Dutch, Italian
Speaker
Built-in
File Format
AVI and JPEG
Power Saving
1 minute, 3 minutes, 5 minutes, Disable
Battery
2 X AA batteries (1.5V)
Transmission interface
USB 2.0
Working temperature
0~45C
Computer System
Requirements
WINDOWS® XP (SP3), Vista (SP1) and WINDOWS® 7 and
above; MACINTOSH OSX v10.5.x and above

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Computer System Requirements
To be able to download photos and videos to your computer using the Vivitar Experience™
Image Manager Software, you will need the following minimum configuration:
WINDOWS OS
MICROSOFT®Windows XP with Service Pack3,Windows Vista with Service Pack 1 or
MICROSOFT® Windows 7 or above
Pentium® 4 processor (or above)
1 GB RAM, 250 MB available hard disk space
16-bit Color monitor, 1024 X 768 recommended screen resolution
CD-ROM Drive
QuickTime® 6 or higher
MICROSOFT ® Internet Explorer 7 or higher
Windows Media Player 10 or higher
DirectX 9 or higher
Internet connection required
MACINTOSH OS
Intel Processor running MACINTOSH OS X v10.5.x or later
1 GB RAM, 250 MB available hard disk space
Display: 1024 x 768 or higher-resolution monitor
QuickTime® 6 or higher
CD-ROM Drive
Internet connection required
NOTE: Make sure the latest compatible Adobe® Flash® Player is installed on your computer.

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Powering the Camera On/Off
Make sure the batteries have been inserted properly into your digital camera.
Make sure an SD card has been inserted into your camera. SD card up to 32GB - SD Card
not included.
Please see Initial Camera Setup for more information.
POWERING THE CAMERA ON
Press the Power button to turn your camera ON.
After powering on, the camera emits a sound.
The LCD screen turns on with your camera in Video Capture mode to start.
POWERING THE CAMERA OFF
While the camera is on, you can press the Power button again at any point to turn your
camera OFF. A “Goodbye” screen appears and then the camera will power off completely.
POWER SAVE
Your digital video 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 Auto Power Off setting in the Video Capture Mode or Photo Capture Mode
menu.

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Changing Camera Mode
Your camera has three main modes:
1. Video Capture Mode - Use this mode to capture videos with your digital video camera
2. Photo Capture Mode - Use this mode to capture photos with your digital video camera.
3. Playback Mode (for photos and videos) - Use this mode to view the videos and photos
you have already taken with your camera.
When the camera is first powered ON, the Video Capture Mode is 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.
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.

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Navigating the Menus
Each camera mode has a set of menus specific to that mode.
1. Press the SET button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll between the various menus for the current
mode.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the SET button to select and save the highlighted menu option.
5. If the selection can be remembered by the camera, a selection icon appears to the
right of the selected menu option. Changes made to these options remain until you
change them again at a later time.
Some menu options are single-use functions that are not remembered by the camera and
do not display the selection icon when selected.
6. At any time you can press the MODE (M) button to exit the menus and return to the
previous screen.
NOTE:
For most menu settings, an icon reflecting your selection displays on the LCD screen.
The settings are saved by your digital camera until you manually change the setting or
restore the camera’s default factory settings.

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Camera Feature: ViviLink
VIVILINK OPTION
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. A ViviLink destination can be assigned to a photo or video in Playback
mode.
ViviLink: Playback Mode
A ViviLink destination can be added to a captured image by accessing the ViviLink menu in
Playback mode. Simply select an image and then select the ViviLink.
1. After powering on your camera, press the MODE button twice to enter Playback Mode.
2. Press the UP or DOWN button to select your photo or video to which you would like to
add a ViviLink.
3. Press the SET button to open the menu options and press the RIGHT or LEFT button to
select the ‘ViviLink’ option.
4. Press the UP or DOWN button to select the desired ViviLink option and then press SET
to save your selection and exit the menu.
5. The selected ViviLink icon appears on the image.
You can use this menu option to change the ViviLink at any time.

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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.
The video icon appears on the top left corner of the LCD.
TAKING A VIDEO
1. Selecting the Scene with the LCD Display:
While in Video Capture mode, use the LCD display to direct the camera at the scene you
would like to capture.
NOTE: The amount of time available for recording video appears on the top right of the
LCD screen.
2. Zoom Options:
Press the Right - T/Zoom In and Left - W/Zoom Out buttons to better set the camera
display if desired.
3. Capturing the Video:
STANDARD SCREEN MODE:
START: Press the Shutter button to START the video capture.
The elapsed time appears on the top right corner of the LCD screen.
A blinking red record indicator appears on the LCD screen while record is in
progress.
STOP: To stop recording the video, press the Shutter button again.
The video is automatically saved to the camera’s SD Memory Card.
FLIP SCREEN MODE:
You can also capture your videos using the Flip Screen.
When you would like to quickly and easily include yourself in the video, simply flip the
LCD display out and hold the camera facing towards you. Make sure you can see yourself
within the scene on the LCD screen, look at the lens, then press the Shutter button to
begin recording and press again when you would like to stop recording your video.
It’s as easy as twist and shoot!

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NOTE: The amount of recording time available for the resolution selected appears on the top
right of LCD screen. The lower the resolution setting the more recording time is available.
However, videos recorded at lower resolution are of less quality than videos recorded at the
higher resolution.
Remember, the amount of time that you can capture videos also depends on the size of the SD
memory card inserted as well as the video resolution selected.
VIDEO CAPTURE MODE BUTTON FUNCTIONALITY
Your digital camera has a four-directional pad that functions as Quick Function buttons.
Quick Function Buttons
Action
Left
Zooms Out
Up
Scene Selection –Opens the Scene menu
Right
Zooms In
Down
Delete –Allows you to delete the last video captured
Other
Shutter
Starts and stops the video recording
SET/OK
Opens the Menu options for Video Capture Mode.
Saves your selected menu option.
NOTE: To navigate through the Menus, use the Left,
Up, Right, and Down directions control buttons.
MODE (M)
Toggles between the Video Capture Mode, Photo
Capture Mode, and Playback Mode.
Exits the Menu options screen.

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VIDEO CAPTURE MODE MENUS
The following are the menus that appear in your camera’s Video Capture Mode:
In the image below, the selection icon appears by the default settings.
Once you change a setting, the setting is saved by your camera until you manually change the
setting or restore the camera’s default factory settings. The selected setting appears with a
check mark.
Scene Menu
The ‘Scene’ menu allows you to choose scene settings that let your camera to adapt properly to
your current environment.
NOTE: Remember: The ‘Scene’ menu is also accessible by pressing the UP Quick Function
Button while in Capture Mode.
1. Press the SET button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Scene’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
A selected option icon appears on the selected item.

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5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
6. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen.
Image Size Menu
The ‘Image Size’ menu allows you to choose the desired size of the images taken by your
camera. Keep in mind that images with a higher resolution will also take up more of your
camera’s memory.
The Image Size options include:
D1 720x480
VGA 640x480
QVGA 320x240
1. Press the SET button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Image Size’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
A selected option icon appears on the selected item.
5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
6. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen.
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.

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1. Press the SET button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘White Balance’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
A selected option icon appears on the selected item.
5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
6. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen.
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.
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 SET button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Light Exposure’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
A selected option icon appears on the selected item.
5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
6. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
An icon reflecting your selection is displayed on the LCD screen.

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Language Menu
You can select your camera’s language setting by selecting the desired language from the
‘Language’ menu.
1. Press the SET button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Language’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
A selected option icon appears on the selected item.
5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
6. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
Auto Power Off Menu
You can use the ‘Auto Power Off’ feature in order to conserve you camera’s battery life. The
designated time represents when your camera will automatically power off.
When the camera sits idle for the designated period of time, the camera will shut off completely
and will need to be powered on again with the power button before the next use.
1. Press the SET button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to scroll and select the ‘Auto Power Off’ menu.
3. Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight a specific option.
4. Press the SET button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
A selected option icon appears on the selected item.
5. To continue within the menus and select a different menu option:
Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
6. To exit the menu view:
Press the MODE button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.