Vivitar DVR710HDv2 User manual

DVR 710HDv2
Digital Video Recorder
User Manual
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Contents
Introduction............................................................................................................................... 2
What‟s Included ........................................................................................................................ 2
Parts of the Digital video recorder............................................................................................. 3
Initial Setup............................................................................................................................... 4
Main Digital Video Recorder Modes.......................................................................................... 8
Technical Specifications.......................................................................................................... 10
Computer System Requirements –WINDOWS OS.................................................................11
Computer System Requirements –MAC OS...........................................................................11
Powering ON/OFF your Digital Video Recorder...................................................................... 12
Changing Modes..................................................................................................................... 12
Navigating the Menus............................................................................................................. 13
Video Capture Mode............................................................................................................... 14
Video Playback Mode............................................................................................................. 22
Photo Capture Mode............................................................................................................... 26
Photo Playback Mode............................................................................................................. 36
Audio Capture Mode............................................................................................................... 42
Setup Mode ............................................................................................................................ 44
Connecting the Camera to a TV.............................................................................................. 49
Installing the Software............................................................................................................. 50
Connecting the Camera to the Computer ............................................................................... 51
Getting Photos and Videos from your Camera to Your Computer........................................... 52
Get started!............................................................................................................................. 53
Transfer media from my camera to my computer manually (Using Windows) ........................ 53
Transfer media from my camera to my computer manually (Using Macintosh) ...................... 54
Camera Maintenance.............................................................................................................. 54
Sakar Warranty Card.............................................................................................................. 55
Technical Support ................................................................................................................... 56
Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................... 56

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this Digital Video Recorder. 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.
Please read this manual carefully first in order to get the most out of your digital video recorder.
Note:
Your digital video recorder supports an SD Memory Card (up to 32GB).
SDHC Class 4 card or above is recommended.
In order to use your digital video recorder normally, it is strongly recommended to insert
the SD Memory card before use.
SD Memory cards are not included and need to be purchased separately.
What’s Included
1. Digital Video Recorder
2. USB cable
3. TV Cable
4. Vivitar Experience Image Manager
software Installation CD
5. Hand Strap
Note: SD Memory Card and batteries not included.

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Parts of the Digital video recorder
Back View
Inside View
Top View Front View
Side View Bottom View

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Initial Setup
Installing the Batteries
Installing the Memory Card
Insert 4 x AAAbatteries as shown above.
Alkaline batteries recommended.
Insert SD Memory card before use.
(up to 32GB)
SDHC Class 4 card or above
is recommended.
Turning On the Camera
Using the Camera

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When powering the digital video recorder ON for the first time the digital video recorder 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 side of the camera in a downward direction to open the
cover.
Insert 4 x AAA(1.5v) batteries. Alkaline batteries are recommended for use (not included)
with the correct polarity, according to the polarity illustrated inside the battery
compartment. Then slide the battery cover to close.
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 (Flash) will not work if the battery power level is low.
When the battery power is low the battery icon turns red and the camera 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. SDHC Class 4 (or above) Memory Card
Make sure an SD card has been properly 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 camera (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 digital video recorder is powered on, an SD icon will appear on the LCD

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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 SDcard). If
the SD card is locked this will prevent the camera from saving captured photos to the
SD card.
3. Power On
Flip open the LCD screen and press the POWER button , located on the inside wall,
to turn on the digital video recorder.
Setting the Language
1. You will first be prompted to select a language for the camera.
The Language selection menu will appear. Use the Joystick to select the language of
your choice and then press the OK button to confirm the selection.
2. After selecting a language, you will be asked if you would like to continue with the initial
camera setup. A message will appear: “Continue with Camera Setup?” Select “Yes” to
continue or “No” to exit the setup.
Note: If you select “No” and decide to leave the camera setup, the camera will be set
to its default settings. These settings can be adjusted at any time manually
using the menus in the camera.

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Setting the Date and Time
The next step in the initial camera setup is to set the date and time on the camera.
Set the Date and Time as Desired using the Joystick and press the OK button to confirm the
selection and move to the next part of the camera setup.
Setting the ViviLink Default Option
Once the Language has been set, you will be asked to “Confirm ViviLink Photo and Video
Social Network Site” to set the default ViviLink destination for photos and videos taken with
your camera.
The ViviLink technology allows you to quickly and easily upload your camera‟s photos and
videos to the social networks of your choice with the accompanying software application.
1. First you will be asked to choose the default ViviLink social network for Photos.
2. Use the Joystick to highlight the desired default social network and press the OK button
to confirm the selection.
3. Next you will be asked to choose the default ViviLink social network for Videos.
4. Use the Joystick to highlight the desired default social network and press the OK button
to confirm the selection.
5. After the ViviLink Video option is confirmed the digital video recorder is now ready to
use.

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Main Digital Video Recorder Modes
Your digital video recorder has different modes for the various functions.
You can switch modes by turning the MODE Dial to the selected mode.
Video Capture Mode
Use this mode to capture videos with your digital video recorder.
To access this mode, turn the Mode Dial to the video icon .
To take a video, aim your digital video recorder as desired and press the Record button
to start the recording. Ared record indicator will appear on the LCD screen while record is
in progress. To stop the recording, press the Record button again. The video will be
automatically saved to the SD memory card.
To access the various menus for the Video Capture mode, press the OK button while in
the Video Capture mode.
Photo Capture Mode
Use this mode to capture pictures with your digital video recorder.
To access this mode, turn the Mode Dial to the camera icon .
To take a picture, aim your digital video recorder as desired and press the Shutter button
on top of the camera.
The picture will be automatically saved to the SD memory card.
To access the various menus for the Photo Capture mode, press the OK button while in
the Photo Capture mode.
Playback Mode (Videos, Photos & Audio)
Use this mode to view and manage the captured videos, photos and audio on your digital
video recorder.
To access this mode, turn the Mode Dial to the arrow icon .
You can scroll through the videos, photos and audio that you‟ve previously taken to view,
edit or delete them as desired.
To access the various menus for the Playback mode, press the OK button while in the
Playback mode.

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Audio Capture Mode
Use this mode to record audio with your digital video recorder.
After turning on your digital video recorder, turn the Mode Dial to the microphone icon .
To record audio, press the Record button. Arecording time lapse indicator will appear on
the LCD while the recording is in progress. To stop the audio recording, press the Record
button again. The audio file will be automatically saved to the memory card.
Setup Mode
Use this mode to control your digital video recorder settings.
After turning on your digital video recorder, turn the Mode Dial to „Setup‟.
Use the Joystick to move Up/Right/Down/Left and select the menu options that best suit
your needs. Press the OK button to confirm and save your option.

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Technical Specifications
Image Sensor
CMOS Sensor
Image Resolution
3072*2304(7 MP), 2592*1944(5 MP),2048*1536(3 MP),
1600*1200(2.1 MP). 1280*960 (1.3 MP)
Video Resolution
HD: 1280*720p (20fps);
VGA: 640*480 (30fps );
QVGA: 320*240 (30fps )
LCD Display
2.4‟‟ TFT (4:3)
LCD Swivel
90°
Internal Memory
16MB SDRAM(Buffer)-- enough for 1 sample photo with 3M resolution
External Memory
SD/SDHC Class 4 card or above is recommended.
Lens
f=7.23mm, F=2.8
Digital Zoom
4x
Self-timer
2s/5s/10s/Off
File Format
JPEG ( Still Image) /AVI ( Video) / WAV (Audio)
Anti-Shake
YES
Face Detect
YES
White Balance
Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Incandescent , Fluorescent
Scene
Auto / Scenery / Portrait / Night Scenery / Night Portrait / High
Sensitivity / Sport / Beach / Party
Color Effect
Standard, Sepia, Monochrome, Vivid
Exposure
-3.0EV ~ +3.0EV
Multi Snapshots
(Burst)
Yes
Auto Power Off
1 min., 3 min., 5 min., Disable
Language
English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, German, Dutch, Italian,
Russian, Turkish
TV out
YES
Microphone
YES
Speaker
YES
Recorder
YES
Interface
USB 2.0
System
Requirements
Window XP SP3 / Vista SP1/ Windows 7
Mac OS X v10.5.x or higher
Battery
4*AAA(1.5V) Alkaline batteries
Working
Temperature
0-40C

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Computer System Requirements –WINDOWS OS
To be able to download photos and videos to your PC, you will need the following minimum
configuration:
Microsoft® Windows XPwith Service Pack 3,Windows Vista with Service Pack 1 or Windows 7
Pentium® 4 processor (or above)
512 MB 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 –MAC OS
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
256 MB RAM, 250 MB free hard disk space
Display: 1024 x 768 or higher-resolution monitor
QuickTime® 6 or higher
Internet connection required

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Powering ON/OFF your Digital Video Recorder
Make sure the batteries have been inserted properly into your digital video recorder.
If your digital video recorder comes with a rechargeable lithium battery, make sure it is fully
charged before the first use.
Make sure a SDHC Class 4 memory card has been inserted into your digital video recorder.
Powering the digital video recorder ON
Press the Power button to turn your digital video recorder ON.
Powering the digital video recorder OFF
While the digital video recorder is on, you can press the Power button again at any point to
turn your digital video recorder OFF. You will see a “Goodbye” splash screen and then the
digital video recorder will power off completely.
Note: Your digital video recorder also has an Auto Power Off feature that will automatically
turn off your digital video recorder after a specific period of time that your camera is
left idle. The Auto Power Off settings can be set from the Auto Power Off settings
menu.
Changing Modes
Your digital video recorder has 5 main modes on the Mode Dial:
1. Video Capture Mode - Use this mode to capture videos with your digital video recorder.
2. Photo Capture Mode - Use this mode to capture photos with your digital video recorder.
3. Playback Mode (for photos, videos and audio) - Use this mode to view the photos
and videos you have already taken with your digital video recorder.
4. Audio Capture Mode - Use this mode to capture audio with your digital video recorder.

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5. Setup Mode –Use this mode to adjust your digital video recorder settings.
To change the active digital video recorder mode, make sure the digital video recorder is
powered ON and turn the MODE DIAL.
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
When in Audio Capture Mode, this icon will display on the top-left corner of the LCD
display
Navigating the Menus
Each mode has a set of menus specific to that mode.
1. Press the OK button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Push LEFT or RIGHT on the Joystick to scroll between the various menus for the current
mode.
3. Push UP or DOWN on the Joystick to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the OK button to select and save the highlighted menu option.
5. If the selection can be remembered by the digital video recorder, 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 digital
video recorder and do not display this icon when selected.
7. At anytime youcan pressthe OK button toexit the menusand returnto thepreviousscreen.

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Video Capture Mode
Turn the MODE Dial to the Video Icon .
The Video Capture Mode allows you to capture videos with your digital video recorder.
Taking a Video
1. While in Video Capture Mode use the LCD display to direct the camera at the scene you
would like to capture.
2. Click the T/Zoom In and W/Zoom Out buttons to better set the camera
display if desired.
Note: The actual shape of these buttons may vary per camera model.
3. Press the Record button on the right of the directional pad to start the video capture.
4. You will see a red blinking icon at the top of the LCD indicating that the record is in
progress.
5. To stop the video record, press the Record button again.
6. The video will automatically be saved to the SD card.
Video Capture Mode Quick Function Buttons
Your digital video recorder has a four-directional pad that functions as Quick Function buttons.
Button
Function
Up
Light Exposure +
Right
Delete: Allows you to delete the last capured video
Down
Light Exposure -
Left
No Function

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Video Capture Mode Menus
The following are the menus that appear in your digital video recorder‟s Video Capture Mode:
Scene Menu
The Scene Menu allows you to choose scene settings that let your digital video recorder to
adapt properly to your current environment.
1. Press the OK button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Push the Joystick control LEFT or RIGHT to scroll and select the Scene menu.
3. Push the Joystick control UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the OK button to select and save the desired option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. Push the Joystick control LEFT or RIGHT to select the next menu item.
7. Press the OK button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
8. An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen.

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9. Remember that this setting will be saved by your camera until you manually change the
setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings.
Image Size Menu
The Image Size menu allows you to choose the desired size of the images taken by your
camera. Keep in mind that images with a higher resolution will also take up more of your
camera‟s memory.
1. Press the OK button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Push the Joystick control LEFT or RIGHT to scroll and select the Image Size menu.
3. Push the Joystick control UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the OK button to select and save the desired option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. Push the Joystick control LEFT or RIGHT to select the next menu item.
7. Press the OK 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 saved by your camera until you manually change the
setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings.
Image Quality Menu
The Image Quality menu allows you to select the desired quality level of the images taken by
your camera. Keep in mind that images with a higher image quality level will also take up more
memory on your camera.
1. Press the OK button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Push the Joystick control LEFT or RIGHT to scroll and select the Image Quality menu.
3. Push the Joystick control UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the OK button to select and save the desired option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. Push the Joystick control LEFT or RIGHT to select the next menu item.
7. Press the OK button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
8. An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen.

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9. Remember that this setting will be saved by your camera until you manually change the
setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings.
Anti-Shake Menu
The Anti-Shake feature reduces image distortion that can be caused by movement of the
camera while capturing the image.
1. Press the OK button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Push the Joystick control LEFT or RIGHT to scroll and select the Anti-Shake menu.
3. Push the Joystick control UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the OK button to select and save the desired option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. Push the Joystick control LEFT or RIGHT to select the next menu item.
7. Press the OK 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 saved by your camera until you manually change the
setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings.
White Balance Menu
The White Balance feature allows your camera 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
camera to properly balance the colors in the images that are taken with your camera.
1. Press the OK button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Push the Joystick control LEFT or RIGHT to scroll and select the White Balance menu.
3. Push the Joystick control UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the OK button to select and save the desired option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. Push the Joystick control LEFT or RIGHT to select the next menu item.
7. Press the OK button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.

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8. An icon reflecting your selection will display on the LCD screen.
9. Remember that this setting will be saved by your camera until you manually change the
setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings.
Color Effect Menu
You can choose to add a color effect to the images taken with your camera.
1. Press the OK button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Push the Joystick control LEFT or RIGHT to scroll and select the Color Effect menu.
3. Push the Joystick control UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the OK button to select and save the desired option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. Push the Joystick control LEFT or RIGHT to select the next menu item.
7. Press the OK button to exit the menu and return to your previous mode.
8. Remember that this setting will be saved by your camera until you manually change the
setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings.
Image Sharpness Menu
You can set the level of sharpness in the images taken with your camera. The sharpness level
dictates if the edges of objects in the image are more or less distinct.
1. Press the OK button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Push the Joystick control LEFT or RIGHT to scroll and select the Image Sharpness
menu.
3. Push the Joystick control UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the OK button to select and save the desired option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. Push the Joystick control LEFT or RIGHT to select the next menu item.
7. Press the OK 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 saved by your camera until you manually change the
setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings.

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Light Exposure Menu
The Light Exposure setting helps you control the amount of light that enters your camera‟s lens.
This setting should be adjusted when the environment is lighter or darker than normal.
When the environment has more light than is needed, reduce the exposure setting (by using
the negative - count) to reduce the amount of light allowed into the lens by your camera.
If the environment has less light (darker) than is needed, increase the exposure setting (by
using the positive + count) to increase the amount of light allowed into the lens by your camera.
1. Press the OK button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Push the Joystick control LEFT or RIGHT to scroll and select the Light Exposure menu.
3. Push the Joystick control UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.
4. Press the OK button to select and save the desired option.
5. A selected option icon will appear on the selected item.
6. Push the Joystick control LEFT or RIGHT to select the next menu item.
7. Press the OK 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 saved by your camera until you manually change the
setting or restore the camera‟s default factory settings.
ISO Menu
The ISO menu allows you to set the level of sensitivity that your camera has to light in the
surrounding environment. When the ISO level is increased, the image sensor in your camera
will be more sensitive to light and allow you to capture images in lower-light situations. The
higher sensitivity to light however, may reduce the quality of the images that are taken.
When the ISO is reduced, the image sensor in your camera will be less sensitive to light and
will optimize the image quality in environments with bright lighting.
1. Press the OK button to open the menus for the current mode.
2. Push the Joystick control LEFT or RIGHT to scroll and select the ISO menu.
3. Push the Joystick control UP or DOWN to highlight the desired menu option.