Vivitar DVR 995WHD User manual

DVR 995WHD
Underwater Digital Camcorder
User Manual
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Contents
Introduction...........................................................................................................................................2
What‟s Included ....................................................................................................................................2
Camcorder Technical Specifications .....................................................................................................3
Computer System Requirements –Windows........................................................................................4
Computer System Requirements –Macintosh......................................................................................4
Parts of the Camcorder.........................................................................................................................5
Preparing Your Camcorder....................................................................................................................6
Maintenance and Care........................................................................................................................11
Initial Camcorder Setup ......................................................................................................................12
Powering ON/OFF Your Digital Camcorder.........................................................................................14
Changing Camcorder Mode................................................................................................................14
Navigating the Menus .........................................................................................................................15
Video Capture Mode...........................................................................................................................16
Video Playback Mode .........................................................................................................................27
Photo Capture Mode...........................................................................................................................29
Photo Playback Mode.........................................................................................................................42
Connecting the Digital Video Camera to a TV or HDTV......................................................................46
Installing the Software.........................................................................................................................47
Connecting the Camcorder to the Computer.......................................................................................48
Getting Photos and Videos from Your Camcorder to Your Computer..................................................49
Get started!.........................................................................................................................................50
Transferring Images from my Camera to my Computer Manually.......................................................50
Camcorder Maintenance.....................................................................................................................52
Sakar Warranty Card ..........................................................................................................................52
Technical Support ...............................................................................................................................53
Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................................................53

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Everything you need to take quality digital photos
and videos is included with your digital video camera.
Vivitar makes capturing those special moments as easy as possible.
Note: Your digital video camera needs an SD Memory card (up to 32GB) for normal use.
SD Memory cards are not included and need to be purchased separately.
It is recommended to use an SDHC Class 4 SD card or higher.
Please read this manual carefully first in order to get the most out of your digital video camera.
What‟s Included
1) Digital Video Camera
2) USB Cable
3) AV Cable
4) “Vivitar Experience™ Image Manager”
Software Installation CD
5) Wrist Strap
6) Rechargeable Lithium Battery
7) AC Adapter
Note: SDHC Class 4 (or higher) Memory card not included.

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Camcorder Technical Specifications
Image Sensor
CMOS Sensor
Image Resolution
4000X3000(12.1M); 3264x2448(8M); 2592x1944(5M);
2048x1536(3M); 640x480(VGA)
Video Resolution
1280X720 (HD), 720X480 (SD)
File Format
JPEG/MP4
External Memory
SDHC Card (up to 32GB)
LCD Display
2.4 Inch TFT
Lens
f=7.0 mm, F3.0
Zoom
4X Digital Zoom
Exposure
-3.0EV ~ +3.0EV
White Balance
Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Incandescent , Fluorescent
Scene
Auto / Scenery / Portrait / Night Scenery / Night Portrait /
High Sensitivity / Sport / Beach/ Party
Language
English / French / Spanish / Portuguese / German /
Turkish
Flash
Auto / Force Off
Self-Timer
2 / 5 or 10 second delay
Microphone
Yes
Speaker
Yes
Print Photos
Yes
TV Out
NTSC/PAL
Multi Snapshots
Yes
Interface
USB 2.0
System Requirements
Windows XP (SP 3), Vista (SP1) and 7 / Mac OSX v10.5.x
and above
Battery
Lithium (3.7V)
Working Temperature
0~40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 7
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
Computer System Requirements –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
QuickTime® 6 or higher
CD-ROM Drive
Internet connection required

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Parts of the Camcorder
1) Speaker
2) Lens
3) Microphone
4) LED Flash
5) DV/DC Mode LED
6) Lithium-ion Battery Charging Indicator
7) DC (Photo) Mode Button
8) DV (Video) Mode Button
9) Up / Zoom In Button
10) Right / LED Flash Button
11) OK / Menu Button
12) Down / Zoom Out Button
13) Battery / SD Card Compartment / USB Slot
14) Power Button
15) Playback Button
16) Left Button
17) LCD Color Display Panel
18) Wrist Strap Connector
19) Tripod Mount

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Preparing Your Camcorder
Charging the Battery
Installing the Memory Card
To Charge the Battery:
1. Power off the camcorder.
2. Make sure the battery is inserted
correctly.
3. Connect the camcorder with the USB
cable to the AC Adapter (and then to an
electric socket) or to the computer.
4. Allow the battery to charge for at least 3
hours before using the first time.
5. The charge light will turn off when the
battery is fully charged.
Turning On the Camcorder
Using the Camcorder
SD Memory card
(up to 32GB) needed for normal use.
SDHC Class 4 (or higher)
recommended.

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Important: Before installing the batteries make sure you are not near water and that your hands
are dry.
Opening the Battery Door
Turn and hold the camcorder with the bottom facing up and the battery door facing you as shown in the
diagrams below. Hold the main body of the camcorder with one hand and use your other hand to pull
the small battery cover lever down to the end (A). You may need to exert a little force before you hear
a “click” for the battery door to release (B). Gently pull the battery door outwards, and open it slowly
with your finger (C).
(A) (B) (C)
Note:
1) When opening the battery door, do not hold the LCD screen side, as excessive force may destroy
the screen joint.
2) In order to assure water resistance, do not attempt to remove or rip off the Rubber Seal on the
inside of battery door.
3) This is a water resistance camcorder. You may feel the battery door is very tight and difficult to
open. This is normal. Just follow the above instructions, and make sure to pull the battery cover
lever down to the end of the slot.

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Installing the Lithium Battery
Your digital camcorder needs a lithium battery in order to operate. The battery is found separately in
the packaging. To install it correctly see the diagram below:
1) Insert the battery in the battery compartment with the correct polarity facing up.
2) Use the battery clip found in the battery compartment to make sure that the battery is sitting
firmly and secure.
3) Before closing the battery door, be sure that the rubber seal on the battery door is clean and
smooth.
4) Once powering on your camcorder the battery icon will appear on the top left of the LCD screen.
Charging the Lithium Battery
In order to charge your lithium battery:
1) Make sure the battery is inserted correctly.
2) Power off the camcorder.
3) Connect your camcorder to a running PC with the USB cable provided, or use the AC charger
provided in the package.
4) The red LED will light up indicating that your camcorder is in charging mode. The LED will switch
off when your camcorder is fully charged after approximately 4 hours. The camcorder should not be
on while charging.

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Note:
A red battery icon will flash on the LCD when the battery power is insufficient. Shortly thereafter
your camcorder will power off.
Please remove your battery when you don‟t intend to use your camcorder for a long time.
Limited internal memory is provided in order to take photos and videos.
Use a SD Memory card to expand the memory in order to capture and record many more images.
All the images in the built-in memory will not be lost if no SD Memory Card has been inserted in the
DVR when battery power is low or when you change your battery.
Do not open the battery door to take out the battery or SD card while photos and videos are being
saved to the camcorder. Doing so may cause the photo and video to be lost or damaged.
We strongly recommend downloading your photos and videos regularly to your computer.
Important: It is important that the battery cover be sealed properly before using the camcorder
underwater.
Inserting an SD Memory Card
Important: Before installing the SD Memory card, make sure you are not near water and that
your hands are dry.
To expand the amount of memory, a SD compatible memory card of up to 32GB (not included) should
be inserted into your DV camcorder. SD Memory cards increase the number of videos and photos that
can be captured with the camcorder before transferring them to a computer.
Images sitting on the memory card are not lost when your camcorder‟s power runs low or on replacing
the battery.

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1) Locate the SD card slot to the left of the battery compartment.
2) Insert the SD memory card correctly in the direction shown.
3) Press the memory card until you hear a “Click”sound.
Note: After you insert an SD memory card, the SD card icon will appear on the top right of the LCD,
indicating that your SD memory card has been installed successfully. The media you capture will now
be stored on the card and not in the internal memory.
This product supports SD cards of up to 16GB.
Make sure that the card is not locked. Locked cards do not allow images to transfer to the card.
Formatting will delete all data on the SD Memory Card.
Download all the media to your computer before you format the card.
Do not remove the SD Memory Card during formatting as this may damage the card and render it
unusable.
Before using the camcorder, be sure to format the card with the camcorder (see the Format section
further on in the manual for instruction on how to format the card).
Closing the Battery Door
After correctly inserting the battery and SD card, clean and make sure no dirt is sticking on the Rubber
Seal before you close the battery door.
Press down on the four lines that appear next to the battery cover lever as shown in the diagram
below.
When you hear a “click” the battery door is now closed properly.
(A) (B)

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Note:
Check that the small battery cover lever clicks back into place and is in line with the mark line
appearing on the side of the lever as shown in (B).
Make sure the water resistant battery door is closed properly before using the camcorder
underwater. If a gap appears, reopen and close the battery cover door as explained above.
Maintenance and Care
Before using the video camcorder, please ensure that you read and understand the safety precautions
described below:
This camcorder can be used underwater to 10 feet. You may notice that water enters the body of
the camcorder. This is normal and the camcorder will continue to work properly.
If water enters the battery compartment then this will ruin the camcorder. The battery compartment
has a water resistant cover that when closed tightly will not allow water to enter. Please ensure that
the battery door is closed properly before going in the water.
After using the camcorder in sea (salt) water, first rinse the camcorder with clean water as soon as
you can, and put in a dry place, so that the water inside the camcorder will dry out.
On Lifting and opening the LCD screen, be careful not to over rotate the screen.
Direct sunlight might cause damage to the camcorder.
Only clean the lens and LCD with a soft cloth.
Do not store the camcorder in temperatures above 40℃.
Condensation may appear with sudden changes in temperature. Take care to not leave the
camcorder in extreme temperatures.
Do not try to open the case of the video camcorder or attempt to modify this video camcorder in any
way. Maintenance and repairs should be carried out only by authorized service providers.
Opening the cover of the Camcorder may cause electrical shock and will void your warranty.
Use only the recommended power accessories. Use of power sources not expressly recommended
for this equipment may lead to overheating, distortion of the equipment, fire, electrical shock or
other hazards.

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Initial Camcorder Setup
When powering the camcorder ON for the first time the camcorder will take you through the initial
setup.
Powering the Camcorder ON
1) Charging the Battery
Make sure the battery has been fully charged.
The energy status of the power is displayed on LCD as shown below:
Full battery power Medium battery power Low battery power
2) Installing the SD Memory Card
Press the lever to open the SD/USB and AV Cable cover.
Make sure a Class 4 (or higher) SDHC Memory Card (up to 32GB) has been properly inserted into
your camcorder. SD card not included.
To properly insert the SD Card:
- Press the SD card into the 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 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 SD card is locked this will prevent the camcorderfrom saving captured photos to the SD card.
3) Powering ON the camcorder
Press the POWER button to turn on the camcorder.

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Setting the Camcorder Language
To set the camcorder menu and message language
1) Press the OK button
2) Press the Left/Right button on the OK dial until you see the Language icon menu option.
3) Press the Up/Down button to highlight and select from the following language options:
English / French / Spanish / Portuguese / German / Dutch / Italian / Russian / Turkish
4) Press the OK button to save your choice and for the interface of the camcorder to change to the
language you selected.
5) Press the DC/DV mode button to close the menu and press it again to exit the Setup mode
function.
Setting the Date and Time
To set the time and date that will appear on the photos you capture.
1) Press the OK button.
2) Press the Left/Right button on the OK dial until you see the Date/Time icon menu option.
3) Press the Up/Down button to highlight Date Setup and press OK to enter the Date /Time setup
mode.
4) Press the Right/Left button to select the Month, Day, Year, Hour, Minutes and AM/PM options
you desire to change.
5) Press the Up/Down button to change the digits for each of the date or time options you desire to
update.
6) Press the OK button to save the date and time you selected.
7) Press the DC/DV mode button to close the menu and press it again to exit the Setup mode
function.
Your camcorder is now ready to use.

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Powering ON/OFF Your Digital Camcorder
Make sure the batteries have been inserted properly into your digital camcorder.
If your camcorder uses a rechargeable lithium battery, make sure the battery is fully charged.
Make sure an SDHC card has been inserted into your camcorder.
(SDHC card up to 32GB - SD Card not included)
Powering the camcorder ON
Flip open the LCD Panel on the side of the camcorder.
The Camcorder will automatically power on.
If the camcorder automatically powers off, press the Power button to turn your camcorder ON. The
camcorder will be in Video Capture mode to start.
Powering the camcorder OFF
To camcorder will automatically power off when the LCD Panel is returned to the side of the
camcorder.
While the camcorder is on, you can press the Power button again at any point to turn your
camcorder OFF. You will see a “Goodbye” splash screen and then the camcorder will power off
completely.
Note: Your digital video camera also has an Auto Power Off feature that will automatically turn off your
camcorder after a specific period of time that your camcorder is left idle. The Auto Power Off settings
can be set from the Auto Power Off settings menu.
Changing Camcorder Mode
Your camcorder has three main modes:
1) DV (Video) Capture Mode - Use this mode to capture videos with your camcorder.
2) DC (Photo) Capture Mode - Use this mode to capture photos with your camcorder.
3) Playback Mode - Use this mode to view the photos and videos you have already taken with your
camcorder.

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When the camcorder is first powered ON, the DV (Video) Capture Mode will be 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 photos.
To change the active camcorder mode, make sure the camcorder is powered ON. Press the DC Mode
button to select the DC (Photo) mode.
Press the Playback Button on the inside wall of the DVR to open the Playback mode.
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
Navigating the Menus
Each camcorder mode has a set of menus specific to that mode.
1) Press the OK/MENU button to open the menus for the current mode.
2) Press the LEFT or RIGHT direction control button to scroll between the various menus for the
current mode.
3) Press the UP or DOWN direction control button to highlight the desired menu selection.
4) Press the OK button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5) If the selection can be remembered by the camcorder, a selection icon will appear to the right of
the selected menu option. Changes made to these options will remain as is until you decide to
change them again at a later time.
6) Some menu options are single-use functions that are not remembered by the camcorder and do
not display this icon when selected.
7) At any time you can press the OK/MENU button to exit the menus and return to the previous
screen.

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Video Capture Mode
The Video Capture Mode allows you to capture videos with your digital video camera.
When the camcorder is first powered ON, the camcorder will be in Video Capture Mode.
Taking a Video
1) While in Video Capture Mode use the LCD display to direct your digital video recorder at the scene
you would like to capture.
2) Press the UP/Zoom In and DOWN/Zoom Out buttons to better set the camcorder display if
desired.
3) Press the DV button to start the video capture.
4) You will see the memory countdown icon at the top of the LCD counting down, indicating that the
record is in progress.
5) To stop the video record, press the DV button again.
6) The video will automatically be saved to the camcorder`s memory or SD card memory card.

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Video Capture Mode Menus
The following are the menus that appear in your camcorder‟s Video Capture Mode:

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Scene Menu
The Scene Menu allows you to choose scene settings that allow your camcorder to adapt properly to
your current environment.
1) Press the OK button to open the menus for the current mode.
2) Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the „Scene‟menu.
3) Press UP or DOWN button to highlight the desired menu selection.
4) Press the OK button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5) A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6) Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
7) Press the DV button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
8) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen.
9) Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camcorder until you manually change the
setting or restore the camcorder‟s default factory settings.
Image Resolution Menu
The Image Size menu allows you to choose the desired size of the images taken by your camcorder.
Keep in mind that images with a higher resolution will also take up more of your camcorder‟s memory.
1) Press the OK button to open the menus for the current mode.
2) Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the „Image Resolution‟menu.
3) Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight the desired menu selection.
4) Press the OK button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5) A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6) Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
7) Press the DV button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
8) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen.
9) Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camcorder until you manually change the
setting or restore the camcorder‟s default factory settings.

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Image Quality Menu
The Image Quality menu allows you to select the desired quality level of the images taken by your
camcorder. Keep in mind that images with a higher image quality level will also take up more memory
on your camcorder.
1) Press the OK button to open the menus for the current mode.
2) Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the „Image Quality‟menu.
3) Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight the desired menu selection.
4) Press the OK button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5) A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6) Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
7) Press the DV button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
8) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen.
9) Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camcorder until you manually change the
setting or restore the camcorder‟s default factory settings.
White Balance Menu
The White Balance feature allows your camcorder 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
camcorder to properly balance the colors in the images that are taken with your camcorder.
1) Press the OK button to open the menus for the current mode.
2) Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the „White Balance‟menu.
3) Press the UP or DOWN button to highlight the desired menu selection.
4) Press the OK button to confirm and select the highlighted menu option.
5) A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6) Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select the next menu item.
7) Press the DV button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
8) An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen.
9) Remember that this setting will be remembered by your camcorder until you manually change the
setting or restore the camcorder‟s default factory settings.