Vivitar DVR-310 User manual

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FCC STATEMENT
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation
Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Use of shielded cable is required to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual. If such
changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment.

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Trademark Information
Microsoft®and Windows®are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Pentium®is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.
SDTM is a trademark.
Other names and products may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
Product Information
Product design and specifications are subject to change without notice. This includes primary product
specifications, software, software drivers, and user’s manual. This User Manual is a general reference guide for
the product.
The product and accessories that come with your camera may be different from those described in this manual.
This is due to the fact that different retailers often specify slightly different product inclusions and accessories to
suit their market requirements, customer demographics, and geographical preferences. Products vary between
retailers especially with accessories such as batteries, chargers, memory cards, cables, carrying cases/pouches,
and language support. Occasionally a retailer will specify a unique product color, appearance, and internal
memory capacity. Contact your dealer for precise product definition and included accessories.
The manufacturer assumes no liability for any errors or discrepancies in this user manual.
For user manual and driver updates, refer to the Vivitar website or contact your dealer.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read and understand all Warnings and Cautions before using this product.
Warnings
If foreign objects or water have entered the camera, turn the power OFF and remove the batteries.
Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock. Consult the store of purchase.
If the camera has fallen or its case has been damaged, turn the power OFF and remove the
batteries.
Continued use in this state might cause fire or electric shock. Consult the store of purchase.
Do not disassemble, change or repair the camera.
This might cause fire or electric shock. For repair or internal inspection, ask the store of purchase.
Do not use the camera in areas near water.
This might cause fire or electric shock. Take special care during rain, snow, on the beach, or near the
shore.
Do not place the camera on inclined or unstable surfaces.
This might cause the camera to fall or tilt over, causing injury.
Keep the batteries out of the reach of children.
Swallowing batteries might cause poisoning. If the battery is accidentally swallowed, immediately
consult a physician.
Do not use the camera while you are walking, driving or riding a motorcycle.
This might cause you to fall over or result in traffic accident.

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Cautions
Insert the batteries paying careful attention to the polarity (+ or -) of the terminals.
Inserting the batteries with its polarities inverted might cause fire and injury, or damage to the surrounding
areas due to the battery rupturing or leaking.
Do not fire the flash close to anyone’s eyes.
This might cause damage to the person’s eyesight.
Do not subject the LCD monitor to impact.
This might damage the glass on the screen or cause the internal fluid to leak. If the internal fluid enters
your eyes or comes into contact with your body or clothes, rinse with fresh water. If the internal fluid
has entered your eyes, consult a physician to receive treatment.
A camera is a precision instrument. Do not drop it, strike it or use excessive force when handling
the camera.
This might cause damage to the camera.
Do not use the camera in humid, steamy, smoky, or dusty places.
This might cause fire or electric shock.
Do not remove the battery immediately after long period of continuous use.
The battery becomes hot during use. Touching a hot battery might cause burns.
Do not wrap the camera or place it in cloth or blankets.
This might cause heat to build up and deform the case, resulting in fire. Use the camera in a well-
ventilated place.
Do not leave the camera in places where the temperature may rise significantly, such as inside
a car.
This might adversely affect the case or the parts inside, resulting in fire.
Before you move the camera, disconnect cords and cables.
Failure to do this might damage cords and cables, resulting in fire and electric shock.
WARNING: Handling the USB on this product may expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State
of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

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Notes on Battery Usage
Do not use batteries other than those specified for use with your DVR-310. Use of unsuitable batteries may
result in the batteries splitting, or leaking and may cause a fire, injury, or soiling of the battery compartment.
When placing the batteries into the DVR-310, check the polarity markings on the batteries ( - and + ) to ensure
that the batteries are inserted correctly. Incorrect battery polarity will result in DVR-310 inoperability and may
result in the batteries splitting or leaking and causing a fire, injury, or soiling of the battery compartment.
Remove the batteries if the DVR-310 will not be used for an extended period of time. The batteries may leak and
cause a fire, injury or soiling of the battery compartment. If the batteries leak, clean and wipe the battery
compartment carefully and install new batteries. Wash your hands carefully if you touch the battery fluid.
When using batteries, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Instructions and the notes described
below:
Ni-MH rechargeable batteries are highly recommended. To maximize performance and lifetime, we recommend
that you fully charge the batteries and discharge them for at least one complete cycle before use.
Avoid using batteries in extremely cold environments as low temperatures can shorten the battery life and
reduce digital video camera performance. Low temperature will adversely affect alkaline battery performance.
Using new rechargeable batteries or rechargeable batteries that have not been used for an extended period of
time will affect the number of images that can be captured.
If you will not be using the batteries for an extended period of time, remove them from the camera to prevent
leakage or corrosion.
Never use batteries of different types (together) or mix old and new batteries. Never use manganese batteries.
More information about batteries is provided in this manual in subsequent sections.

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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION...................................................8
Overview......................................................... 8
Package contents............................................ 9
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DVR-310 ................10
Front view....................................................... 10
Rear view........................................................11
LCD monitor information................................. 12
LED indicators............................................... 15
GETTING STARTED............................................. 16
Installing the batteries ................................... 16
Attaching the strap..........................................16
Loading an SD memory card (optional
accessory)...................................................... 17
Using the LCD panel.......................................18
Turning the power on/off................................ 18
Choosing the OSD (On-Screen Display)
language.......................................................19
Setting the date and time................................19
Formatting an SD memory card...................... 20
Setting image resolution and quality................21
PHOTOGRAPHY MODES.................................... 22
Capturing still images..................................... 22
Recording video clips......................................23
Macro focus.................................................... 23
Normal focus.................................................24
Digital zoom ................................................. 24
Flash modes.................................................. 25
Self-timer....................................................... 26
PLAYBACK MODE..............................................27
Playing back still images................................27
Playing back video clips................................27
Playing back still images/video clips on
TV...................................................................28
Zoom playback..............................................29
Thumbnail display...........................................29
Protecting still images/video clips....................30
Slide show display.........................................31
Deleting still images/video clips.....................32
MP3 MODE.........................................................33

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VOICE RECORDER MODE................................34
Recording voice files.......................................34
Playing back voice files...................................34
Deleting MP3 / Voice files..............................35
MENU OPTIONS.................................................36
Record menu.................................................36
Playback menu................................................39
MP3 menu....................................................41
Voice menu....................................................42
Setup menu...................................................43
TRANSFERRING RECORDED FILES TO YOUR
COMPUTER........................................................47
Step 1: Installing the USB driver (Windows 98
users only)........................................48
Step 2: Connecting the DVR-310 to your
computer...........................................49
Step 3: Downloading still images, voice and
video file...........................................50
TRANSFERRING MP3 FILES.............................51
INSTALLING VIDEOSTUDIO.................................52
CONNECTING THE DVR-310 TO OTHER
DEVICES.............................................................53
SPECIFICATIONS...............................................54

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INTRODUCTION
Overview
Your new DVR-310 is designed as a small handheld “entry-level” digital camcorder. Using the DVR-310 record
video and audio directly to memory (either internal memory, or a memory card) without using any tapes unlike a
traditional camcorder.
The DVR-310 also delivers good quality digital still images using a three megapixel sensor. An integral
automatic flash sensor detects the shooting (lighting) conditions and determines whether the flash should be
used. This feature helps ensure that your images turn out right.
Another feature of the DVR-310 is the ability to play MP3 files. The DVR-310 has a small built-in speaker as well
as a headphone jack for private listening. You may transfer MP3 files to your DVR-310 from your PC by USB,
or you may wish to use a memory card and play your MP3s from the memory card.
Finally, your DVR-310 can also act as a voice recorder. An integral microphone enables you to record voice and
other sounds to memory and playback those recordings at any time.
Software that is included with the DVR-310 allows you to playback, edit, and save your images, videos, and audio
files. You can enhance and retouch your images on your PC using the provided editing software or you may wish to
use software you already own. You may then share your creative media files with your friends via e-mail, in a report,
or on a website.
The color image LCD monitor acts as a viewfinder for both still-image and video recording. After capturing your
favorite moments you may review them in detail on the display.
The internal (built-in) memory lets you capture and store images without the immediate need for an additional
memory card.
However, you may wish to expand the memory capacity (up to 512MB capacity) by using a Secure Digital (SD)
external memory card.
Connecting to your computer is easy using the USB cable. Memory card users may wish to transfer images, video,
audio, and MP3 files using an SD card reader.
To play back the video clips on your PC, we recommend using Windows Media Player 9.0, or the Software Applications
included with the DVR-310. You may download WMP version from Microsoft at www.microsoft.com.

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Package contents
Carefully unpack your DVR-310 kit box and ensure that you have the following items. In the event that any item is
missing or damaged, promptly contact your dealer.
Common product components:
DVR-310 Digital Camcorder
User’s manual Software CD-ROM
USB cable Tripod
Earphone Hand Strap
Pouch
Common (optional) accessories:
SD memory card
Batteries
Note:
The product and accessories that come with your DVR-310 may be different from those described in this manual. This is
due to the fact that different retailers often specify slightly different product inclusions and accessories to suit their market
requirements, customer demographics, and geographical preferences. Products very often vary between retailers
especially with accessories such as batteries, chargers, AC adapters, memory cards, cables, carrying cases/pouches,
and language support. Occasionally a retailer will specify a unique product color, appearance, and internal memory
capacity. Contact your dealer for precise product definition and included accessories.
AV cable

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DVR-310
Front view
1. Lens
2. Microphone
3. Flash
4. Self-timer LED
5. Tripod socket
6. Focus switch
Macro mode
Normal mode
7. SD memory card cover
8. Battery door