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

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Rear view
1. Power button
2. button
3. Zoom lever
Record button
T/ Zoom in
W/ Zoom out
4. State LED indicator
5. Image button
6. Earphone connector
7. A/V terminal
8. USB connector
9. Strap holder
10.Speaker
11.LCD panel / monitor
12. Menu button
13. Right / Fast forward button
Self-timer button
14. Left / Rewind button
Flash button

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LCD monitor information
Preview mode:
1. Digital zoom state
2. Macro mode (when used)
3. Volume level
Low
Mild
Medium
High
Full
Mute
4. Battery status
Full battery power
Fairly consumed
Nearly exhausted
Virtually no battery power
5. Memory card indicator
6. Flash mode (for still images)
A
Automatic flash
Automatic flash with red-eye
reduction
Flash off
7. Self-timer mode
3 sec. delay
10 sec. delay
8. White balance
Auto
Daylight
Shade
Fluorescent-1
Fluorescent-2
Lamp
9. EV compensation
10. Image resolution
2560x1920(interpolated
5 MP)
2304x1728 (interpolated
4 MP)
2048x1536(Native 3 MP
resolution)
1600x1200
800x600
11. Possible number of shots
13. Image quality
Super fine
Fine
Normal
14. Video quality
Ultra fine
Super fine
Fine
Normal
15. Video resolution
640x480
320x240
16. Possible recording time
17. Video mode
12. Still image mode

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1. Folder & file number
2. Battery status
3. Memory card indicator
4. Exposure time
5. Aperture value
6. Still image mode
7. Image quality
8. Image resolution
Playback mode-Still image playback:
F3.0-1/60sec

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1. Folder and file number
2. Volume
3. Battery status
4. Memory card indicator
5. Play / Pause indicator
6. Video resolution
7. Duration of this video clip
8. Video mode
9. Video quality
Playback mode-Video clip playback:

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LED indicators
Indicator State Description/Activity
LED indicator Solid green 1. The DVR-310 is powering up.
(front of camera) 2. The DVR-310 is ready to record images (or movies).
LED indicator (front of camera) Blinking green USB communication/transfer in progress.
LED indicator (front of camera) Blinking red Charging the flash.
Self-timer indicator (back of camera) Blinking red The self-timer function is activated.

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GETTING STARTED
Installing the batteries
You can use 2 AA batteries to power the DVR-310.
1. Slide the battery cover.
2. Insert the batteries, noting correct polarity (+ or -).
3. Close the battery cover firmly.
Note:
It is highly recommended that you use rechargeable NiMH AA batteries. 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 the
DVR-310’s 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 DVR-310 to prevent leakage or
corrosion.
Never use batteries of different types (together) or mix old and new batteries.
Never use manganese batteries.
Attaching the hand strap
Attach the strap as shown in the illustration.

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Loading an SD memory card (optional accessory)
The DVR-310 comes with approximately 16MB of internal memory, allowing
you to record video clips, capture still images, record voice/audio, and
play MP3 files. You can expand the memory capacity by using an optional
SD (Secure Digital) memory card so that you can store more content.
1. Open the SD memory card cover.
2. Insert an SD memory card. (Contact pins first)
If the card cannot be inserted, check the orientation.
3. Close the SD card cover.
To remove an SD memory card
1. Make sure power is off.
2. Open the SD card cover.
3. Press lightly on the edge of the memory card and it will eject.
Note:
It is a good idea to format an SD memory card in the DVR-310 before using it. Refer
to section in the manual titled “Formatting an SD memory card” for further details.
To prevent valuable data from being accidentally deleted from an SD card, you
can slide the write protect tab (on the side of the SD memory card) to “LOCK”.
To save, edit, or delete data on an SD memory card, you must unlock the card.
The DVR-310, like most digital cameras will automatically use a memory card if it is
inserted into the memory card slot. This is called “card preference”. Data stored in
internal memory will not be accessible if a memory card is present. To again access
your data stored in internal memory, simply remove the SD card.

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Note:
Make sure you open the LCD panel to the 90 degree position before attempting to rotate it.
Rotate the LCD panel carefully and with the correct direction. Over rotation and rotation with the wrong direction may
damage the hinge that connects the LCD monitor to the DVR-310.
Avoid contact with the LCD monitor when moving the LCD panel.
Do not hold the DVR-310 by the LCD panel.
Turning the power on/off
Press and hold the button until the DVR-310 turns on.
To turn the power off, press and hold the button again.
Using the LCD panel
1. Open the panel by pulling it away from the DVR-310.
2. Choose the viewing angle that suits you best by rotating the panel.

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Setting the date and time
The date/time setting screen will automatically appear:
When first turning the camera on;
When turning the power on after leaving the camera without the batteries for an extended period of time.
To adjust the date and time:
1. Select the year, month, day and time fields with the /buttons.
2. Press the button after all fields are set.
To increase a value, toggle the zoom lever to the / T direction.
To decrease a value, toggle the zoom lever to the / Wdirection.
The time is displayed in 24-hours format.
Choosing the OSD (On-Screen Display) language
You may select an OSD language for menus and messages displayed on the LCD monitor. Select an OSD language
with the zoom lever and press the button. The setting will be stored. Refer to section in this manual titled
“Language” in the [Setup] menu for further details.
Note:
The OSD language setting screen appears and prompts you to choose a language for displayed information on the LCD
monitor only when you turn on the DVR-310 for the first time.

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Formatting an SD memory card
Format an SD memory card before its initial usage.
1. Turn on the power by pressing and hold the button.
If you want to access [Setup] menu from the [Image/Movie] / [MP3] / [Voice]
mode, first press the button twice to go to [Select Mode] to select
one of the mode with the zoom lever, and press the button.
2. Press the button, and select [Setup] with the button.
[Setup] menu is displayed on the screen.
3. Select [Format] with the zoom lever, and press the button.
4. Select [Yes] with the zoom lever, and press the button.
Note:
Formatting an SD memory card deletes all images, videos, audio recording, and
MP3 files. Even protected images will be deleted. All data including non-camera
data will be deleted.
Before formatting your card, make sure that all the images are unnecessary.
Formatting is an irreversible action and data cannot be recovered at a later time.