Vivitar DVR 380v2 User manual

DVR 380v2
Digital Camcorder
with Camera
User Manual
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Contents
Introduction .................................................................................................................................. 2
What’s Included............................................................................................................................ 2
Parts of the Camcorder ................................................................................................................ 3
Initial Camcorder Setup................................................................................................................ 4
Main Camcorder Modes............................................................................................................... 7
Camcorder Technical Specifications............................................................................................. 8
Computer System Requirements ................................................................................................. 9
Powering ON/OFF Your Digital Video Recorder......................................................................... 10
Changing Camcorder Mode ....................................................................................................... 10
Video Capture Mode ...................................................................................................................11
Photo Capture Mode...................................................................................................................11
Playback Mode........................................................................................................................... 12
Installing the Software................................................................................................................ 14
Connecting the Camcorder to the Computer.............................................................................. 15
Getting Photos and Videos from the Camcorder to the Computer ............................................. 16
Get Started!................................................................................................................................ 17
Transferring Images from the Camcorder to the Computer Manually......................................... 18
Camcorder Maintenance............................................................................................................ 19
Sakar Warranty Card.................................................................................................................. 20
Technical Support....................................................................................................................... 21
Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................................... 21

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this camcorder. Everything you need to take quality digital photos and
videos is included with your digital video recorder.
Vivitar makes capturing those special moments as easy as possible.
NOTE: Your camcorder needs an SD Memory card (up to 16GB) for normal use.
SD Memory cards are not included and need to be purchased separately.
Please read this manual carefully first in order to get the most out of your digital video recorder.
What’s Included
1. Digital Camcorder
2. Vivitar Experience Image Manager
software Installation CD
3. Built-in USB Connector
(not shown)
NOTE: SD memory card and batteries not included.

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Parts of the Camcorder
1. Power Button
9. Lens
2. Shutter/OK Button
10. Microphone
3. MODE Button
11. USB Connector
4. Playback Button
12. USB Lever
5. Left / Zoom Out Button
13. Battery Compartment
6. Right / Zoom In Button
14. Wrist Strap Connector
7. Delete Button
15. SD Memory Card Slot
8. LCD Screen

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Initial Camcorder Setup
Installing the Batteries
Installing the Memory Card
Turning On the Camcorder
Using the Camcorder
Make sure the camcorder is
powered OFF.
Insert SD Memory card
(up to 16GB) before use.
Slide the battery cover off.
Insert 3 X AAA (1.5V) batteries.

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When powering the camcorder ON for the first time the camcorder will take you through the
initial setup.
Powering the Digital Video Recorder ON
1) Batteries
Make sure the batteries have been inserted properly into your digital video recorder.
Slide the battery cover on the back of the camera in a downward direction to open the cover.
Insert 3 x AAA (1.5V) batteries (not included) with the correct polarity, according to the
polarity illustrated inside the battery compartment.
NOTE:
Alkaline batteries are recommended.
Remove the batteries from the camera when not in use for an extended period.
Do not mix alkaline and non-alkaline batteries.
Some camera features will not work if the battery power level is low.
When the battery power is low the battery icon turns red and the camcorder 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 the camcorder is powered OFF before inserting your SD Memory Card.
Make sure an SD card (up to16GB) has been inserted into your digital video recorder.
(SD Memory card not included.)
To properly insert the SD Card:
- Push the SD card into the slot in the direction shown on the camcorder (see SD icon by
the SD card slot).
- Push the SD card until you hear a slight clicking sound. This indicates the SD card has
been inserted correctly.
NOTE:
After the camcorder is powered on, an SD icon will appear on the LCD display. If you do
not see the SD icon on the display, please check if the card was inserted properly.
Make sure the SD card is not locked (check the lock switch on the side of the SD card). If the

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SD card is locked this will prevent the camcorder from saving captured photos to the SD
card.
3) Power On
Press the POWER button to turn on the camcorder.

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Main Camcorder Modes
Your camcorder has different modes for the various camera functions.
You can switch modes by pressing the MODE button on your digital video camera after it 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 camcorder is powered ON.
To take a video, aim your camcorder as desired and press the Shutter/OK button to start
the record. To stop the record, press the Shutter/OK button again. The video will be
automatically saved to your camcorder’s memory card.
Photo Capture Mode
Use this mode to capture pictures with your digital video camera.
After turning on your camcorder, press the MODE button once to open the Photo Capture
Mode. To take a picture, aim your camcorder as desired and press the Shutter/OK button.
The picture will be automatically saved to your camera’s memory card.
Playback Mode (Photos & Videos)
Use this mode to view and manage the videos and photos seen on your digital video
camera - saved to your SD memory card. After turning on your camcorder, press the
Playback button to open the Playback mode for photos and videos. You can scroll through
the photos and videos that you’ve previously taken to view or delete them as desired.

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Camcorder Technical Specifications
Image Sensor
CMOS Sensor
Image Resolution
640x480 (VGA) 30fps
Video Resolution
320x240 (QVGA)
File Format
JPEG (Photo) / AVI (Video)
External Memory
SD Memory card (up to 16GB)
LCD Display
1.44 Inch Preview Screen
Lens
f=3.8mm ; F 2.8
Zoom
4X Digital Zoom
Light Exposure
Auto
White Balance
Auto
ISO
Auto
Scene
Auto
Language
English
Interface
USB 2.0 High Speed
System Requirements
Windows XP (SP 3), Vista (SP1) and Windows 7 ;
Mac OSX v10.5.x and above
Battery
3 x AAA (1.5V) batteries (not included)
Working Temperature
0~60C

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Computer System Requirements
WINDOWS
To be able to download photos and videos to your PC, you will need the following minimum
configuration:
MICROSOFT® Windows XP with Service Pack 3, Windows Vista with Service Pack 1 or Windows
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Pentium® 4 processor (or above)
1 GB of RAM, with 250 MB of free 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
To be able to download photos and videos to your Macintosh, you will need the following
minimum configuration:
Intel Processor running Mac OS X v10.5.x or later
1 GB RAM, 250 MB free hard disk space
Display: 1024 x 768 or higher-resolution monitor
CD-ROM Drive
QuickTime® 6 or higher
Internet connection required