Vivitar DVR 584HD User manual

DVR 584HD
Digital Camcorder
User Manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction...........................................................................................................................................2
What’s Included ....................................................................................................................................2
Parts of the Camcorder.........................................................................................................................3
Initial Camcorder Setup ........................................................................................................................4
Main Camcorder Modes........................................................................................................................8
Camcorder Technical Specifications .....................................................................................................9
Computer System Requirements........................................................................................................10
Powering ON/OFF Your Digital Camcorder.........................................................................................11
Changing Camcorder Mode................................................................................................................12
Navigating the Menus .........................................................................................................................13
LED Light............................................................................................................................................16
Video Capture Mode...........................................................................................................................17
Video Playback Mode .........................................................................................................................24
Photo Capture Mode...........................................................................................................................29
Photo Playback Mode.........................................................................................................................38
Camcorder Setup Menus....................................................................................................................44
Slide Show..........................................................................................................................................47
Connecting the Digital Camcorder to the TV.......................................................................................48
Installing the Software.........................................................................................................................49
Connecting the Camcorder to the Computer.......................................................................................50
Getting Photos and Videos from the Camcorder to the Computer......................................................51
Getting Started!...................................................................................................................................52
Transferring Images from the Camcorder to the Computer Manually .................................................52
Camcorder Maintenance.....................................................................................................................54
Sakar Warranty Card ..........................................................................................................................54
Technical Support ...............................................................................................................................55
Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................................................55

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this digital camcorder. Everything you need to take quality digital photos and
videos is included with your digital camcorder.
Vivitar makes capturing those special moments as easy as possible.
Note:
Your digital camcorder requires a Micro Memory card (up to 32GB) for normal use. Micro SD
Memory cards are not included and need to be purchased separately.
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.
Please read this manual carefully first in order to get the most out of your digital camcorder.
What’s Included
1) Digital Camcorder
2) AV cable
3) USB Cable
4) Vivitar Experience Image Manager Software
Installation CD
5) Built-In USB Connector (not shown)
Note: Micro SD Memory Card not included.

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Parts of the Camcorder
1. LCD Screen
7. LED Light
2. Home Button
8. Lens
3. Shutter Button
9. Micro SD Memory Card Slot
4. Power Button
10. Speaker
5. Microphone
11. USB Lever
6. AV Out
12. Battery Compartment

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Initial Camcorder Setup
INSTALLING THE BATTERIES
Make sure the batteries have been inserted properly into your digital camera, according to the polarity
shown on the battery holding frame.
Use 3 x AAA (1.5V) batteries. Alkaline batteries are recommended. Batteries not included.
To Install the Batteries:
1) Slide open the battery compartment cover located on the front to the camcorder.
2) Insert 3 x AAA batteries into the battery compartment according to the correct polarities as shown
in the photo above.
3) Slide the battery compartment cover back into place to securely close the battery compartment.
Note:
Remove the batteries from the camera when not in use for an extended period.
Do not mix alkaline and non-alkaline batteries.
Some features will not work if the battery power level is low.
Rechargeable batteries not recommended.
When the battery power is empty the battery icon turns red and ‘Low Battery’ flashes on the
LCD screen. The camcorder automatically turns off a few moments later.
The energy status of the power is displayed on LCD as shown below:
Full battery power Medium battery power Low battery power

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INSTALLING THE MICRO SD MEMORY CARD
Make sure a Micro SD Memory card (up to 32GB) has been properly inserted into your camera.
Micro SD card not included.
To properly insert the Micro SD Memory Card:
1) Lift the Micro SD Memory Card cover up and to the side.
2) Push the Micro SD Memory card into the slot in the direction as shown by the SD card icon on the
camera.
3) Push the Micro SD card until you hear a slight clicking sound. This indicates the SD card has been
inserted correctly.
4) Place the cover back into place and firmly press on the cover to securely close the Micro SD
Memory card slot.
Note:
After the camera is powered on, the Micro 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.
POWERING ON THE CAMERA
Press the POWER button to turn on the camcorder.

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After powering the camcorder ON for the first time, the camcorder takes you through the Initial
Camcorder Setup that allows you to select the camcorder’s language, date/time and ViviLink. See
below for details.
SETTING THE CAMCORDER LANGUAGE
1) You will first be prompted to select a language for the camcorder.
The Language options appear. Drag up or down to scroll and view the menu options.
2) Select the language of your choice and tap SAVE & EXIT to confirm the selection.
3) After selecting a language, you will be asked if you would like to continue with the initial camcorder
setup. The following message appears: “Continue with Camera Setup?”
Tap “Yes” to continue or “No” to exit the setup.
Note: If you select “No” and decide to leave the camcorder setup, the camcorder will be set to its
default settings. These settings can be adjusted at any time manually through the menus of the
camcorder.
SETTING THE DATE AND TIME
The next step in the initial camcorder setup is to set the date and time on the camcorder.
1) Tap the up and down arrows by each section of the date and time to adjust the date and time as
desired.
2) Set the Date and Time and tap SAVE & EXIT to confirm the selection and move to the next part of
the camcorder setup.
SETTING THE VIVILINK DEFAULT OPTION
Once the Date and Time have been set, you will be asked to set the default ViviLink destination for
photos and videos taken with your 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 software application.

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1) First you will be asked to choose the default ViviLink social network for Photos.
Drag up or down to scroll through and select the ViviLink for Photos option and then tap SAVE &
EXIT to confirm your selection.
2) Next you will be asked to choose the default ViviLink social network for Videos. Drag up or down to
scroll through and select the ViviLink for Videos option and then tap SAVE & EXIT to confirm your
selection.
Congratulations! Your camcorder is now ready to use.

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Main Camcorder Modes
Your camcorder has different modes for the various camcorder functions.
You can switch modes by pressing the HOME button. The Home menu is shown on the LCD. Tap
Camera, Video, or Playback to change your camcorder mode.
Video Capture Mode
Use this mode to capture videos with your digital camcorder.
This is the default mode when the camcorder is powered ON.
To take a video, aim your camcorder as desired and press the Shutter button to start
recording. A red, blinking record indicator appears on the LCD screen while the recording is
in progress. To stop the recording, press the Shutter button again. The video is
automatically saved to your camcorder’s memory card.
To access the various menus for the Video Capture Mode, tap MENU on the LCD screen
while in the Video Capture Mode.
Photo Capture Mode
Use this mode to capture pictures with your camcorder.
After turning on your camcorder, press the HOME button to open the Camcorder Mode
options. Tap Camera to enter Photo Capture Mode.
To take a picture, aim your camcorder as desired and press the Shutter button.
The picture is automatically saved to your camcorder’s memory card.
To access the various menus for the Photo Capture Mode, tap MENU on the LCD screen
while in the Photo Capture Mode.
Playback Mode (Photos & Videos)
Use this mode to view and manage the videos and photos seen on your camcorder - saved
to your Micro SD memory card. After turning on your camcorder, press the HOME button to
open the Camcorder Mode options. Tap Playback to enter 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, tap MENU on
the LCD screen while in the Playback Mode.

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Camcorder Technical Specifications
Image Sensor
CMOS Sensor
Image Resolution
2592x1944 (5M), 1600x1200 (2M),
1920x1080 (2MHD), 640x480 (VGA)
Video Resolution
1280x720 (HD), 640x480 (VGA), 320x240 (QVGA)
File Format
JPEG (Photo), AVI (Video)
External Memory
Micro SD/MMC 128MB-32GB
LCD Display
2.2 Inch Full Touch Screen
Lens Focus
20cm - Infinity
Zoom
4X Digital Zoom
Exposure
-3.0EV ~ +3.0EV
White Balance (AWB)
Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent, Incandescent
ISO
Auto, 100, 200, 400
Scene
Auto, Scenery, Night Scenery, Portrait, Night Portrait, High
Sensitivity, Beach
Language
English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Greek, German,
Italian, Polish
Flash
LED Flash lamp
Self-Timer
2, 5 or 10 second delay, Single
Anti-Shake
Yes
Print Photos
Yes
Face Detect
Yes
Continue Shot (Burst)
Yes
Auto Power Off
1 minute, 3 minutes, 5 minutes, Off
Interface
USB 2.0 High Speed
System Requirements
Windows XP (SP 3), Vista (SP1) and Windows 7 ;
Mac OSX v10.5.x and above
Batteries
3 x AAA (1.5V) batteries
Working Temperature
0~40C