Page 2 - Contents
1 Contents Introduction .................................................................................................................................. 2 What’s Included ............................................................................................................................ 3 ...
Page 3 - Introduction; digital videos and photos is included with your camcorder.
2 Introduction Thank you for purchasing this Digital Action Camcorder. Everything you need to take quality digital videos and photos is included with your camcorder. Vivitar makes capturing those special moments as easy as possible. Please read this manual carefully first in order to get the most ou...
Page 4 - What’s Included
3 What’s Included 1. Digital Camcorder 6. Waterproof Casing 2. USB Cable 7. Helmet and Bicycle Mount Screw 3. AC Adapter 8. Helmet Mount 4. Vivitar Experience Installation CD 9. Bicycle Mount 5. Stand Accessory 10. Helmet Mount Strap NOTE: Built-in Lithium Battery included (not shown). Micro SD ...
Page 5 - Parts of the Camcorder
4 Parts of the Camcorder 1. Micro SD Memory Card Slot 2. Reset Button 3. USB Interface 4. Power Button 5. Microphone 6. Shutter Button 7. Mode Switch: Photo, Video, Vehicle Mounted 8. Lens 9. LCD TFT Screen 10. Power Indicator/Busy LED Light 11. Charge Indicator LED Light 12. Strap Connector
Page 6 - Initial Camcorder Setup; Charging the Battery; Use the supplied USB cable to connect; Using the Camcorder
5 Initial Camcorder Setup Charging the Battery Installing the Micro SD Memory Card To Charge the Built-in Lithium Battery: Use the supplied USB cable to connect the camcorder to the computer’s USB port or to the AC Adapter. The charge light will turn off when the battery is fully charged. Micr...
Page 7 - Powering the Digital Camcorder ON; Battery
6 Powering the Digital Camcorder ON Battery Make sure the built-in lithium battery has been fully charged before using your camcorder. To Charge the battery: 1. Power off the camcorder. 2. Connect your camcorder to a running computer with the USB cable provided, or use the AC charger provided in the...
Page 8 - POWER; button, located on top of the camcorder, to turn on the camcorder.
7 If the memory card has successfully been inserted an icon appears on the LCD screen. 4. To remove the card, gently press on the edge of the card to release it and pull the card out. 5. If the card is inserted or removed while the camcorder's power is on, it may damage the card and/or any recorded ...
Page 9 - Main Camcorder Modes; Video Capture Mode
8 Main Camcorder Modes Video Capture Mode Use this mode to capture videos with your digital camcorder. Slide the MODE Switch to the Video Capture icon to open the Video Capture Mode. To take a video, aim your camcorder as desired and press the Shutter button to start recording. A blinking, red recor...
Page 10 - Camcorder Technical Specifications
9 Camcorder Technical Specifications Image Sensor CMOS Sensor Video Resolution HD(1280×720)@30fps VGA (640x480)@60fps Photo Resolution 5.1MP (2592X1944) 3.0MP (2048x1536) 1.3 MP (1280×1024) File Format AVI (Video), JPEG (Photo) External Memory Micro SD Memory card, up to 32GB LCD Display 2.0”TFT, re...
Page 11 - Camcorder Mounts and Accessories; Waterproof Case; gasket are safe for use under water.; Shutter; Button and; Power; Remember to put the; Switch in your desired recording position before inserting the; Mode
10 Camcorder Mounts and Accessories Waterproof Case 1. Clamp 2. Shutter Release 3. Power Button 1. Insert a finger at the half circle of the clamp by prying the clamp up - away from the case. 2. Before sealing the case, inspect the water sealing gasket to be sure it’s in good condition. You can test...
Page 12 - Installing the Bicycle Mount: Handlebar Clamp; handlebar clamp until secure.
11 Installing the Bicycle Mount: Handlebar Clamp 1. ¼-20 Screw 2. Locking Wheel 3. Bar Clamp Bolt 4. Bar Clamp 5. Tilt Knob 1. The camcorder does not have a standard tripod mount. For all the accessories with a ¼-20 screw, the camcorder must be enclosed in with the waterproof case or in the included...
Page 13 - Installing the Helmet Mounting System; the belt back through the helmet vent.
12 Installing the Helmet Mounting System 1. Helmet Belt 2. Helmet Mount 3. ¼-20 Screw 4. Locking Wheel 5. Tilt Knob 1. Insert the free end of the Helmet Belt through one of the slots in the base of the Helmet Mount. 2. Thread the same end in to the helmet vent and then back up to the Helmet Mount th...
Page 14 - Mounting Adapter; Powering On Your Camcorder; Turning Power On and Off; Auto Power Off
13 Mounting Adapter 1. This Mounting Adapter allows you to attach mounting accessories that have a ¼-20 screw. 2. The camcorder will clip right into this adapter. Powering On Your Camcorder Turning Power On and Off 1. Press the POWER button to turn on the camcorder. 2. Press the POWER button again t...
Page 15 - Slide the; MODE; Taking a Video; NOTE; HD
14 Video Capture Mode The Video Capture Mode allows you to capture videos with your digital camcorder. Slide the MODE Switch to the middle, to the Video Capture icon, in order to open the Video Capture Mode. The Video Capture icon appears on the bottom of the LCD screen. Taking a Video 1. While in V...
Page 16 - Vehicle Mounted Video Capture Mode
15 The elapsed time appears on the top left corner of the LCD screen. 5. To stop the video recording, press the Shutter button or touch the LCD screen again. 6. The video is automatically saved to the camcorder’s Micro SD card. NOTE : When the storage capacity of the Micro SD Memory card is full, ...
Page 18 - Photo Capture Mode; Taking a Picture
17 Photo Capture Mode The Photo Capture Mode allows you to capture photos with your digital camcorder. Slide the MODE Switch to the top, to the Photo Capture icon, in order to open the Photo Capture Mode. The Photo Capture icon appears on the bottom of the LCD screen. Taking a Picture 1. While in Ph...
Page 19 - Playback Mode; To enter the Playback Mode:; Viewing Captured Images
18 Playback Mode The Playback mode allows you to review and delete photos and videos that you’ve captured with you camcorder. When you first turn on the camcorder, the camcorder will be in Capture mode by default. To enter the Playback Mode: From Photo, Video, or Vehicle Mounted Video Capture Mode t...
Page 20 - Deleting Captured Images
19 Fast forward by touching the FAST FORWARD right arrows , located to the right of the Play arrow on the LCD screen. Fast rewind by touching the FAST REWIND left arrows , located to the left of the Play arrow on the LCD screen. Stop the playing video by pressing the Shutter button. NOTE...
Page 21 - Computer System Requirements; WINDOWS OS
20 Computer System Requirements To be able to download videos and photos to your computer, you will need the following minimum configuration: WINDOWS OS 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, 250 ...
Page 22 - Installing the Software
21 Installing the Software You must be connected to the Internet to install and run the Vivitar Experience Image Manager Software. 1. Insert the installation CD into your CD-ROM drive. The installation screen should automatically open. 2. On WINDOWS OS: The Vivitar Experience Image Manager Installer...
Page 23 - Connecting the Camcorder to the Computer
22 language and click “Next” to open the next window. 6. Select your camera model from the list and click “Next” to open the next window. 7. Click “Next” to confirm your camera model selection and to install the application. 8. Please wait while the application is being installed on your computer. 9...
Page 24 - Getting Videos from the Camcorder to the Computer; Select the “Get Images” button from the Main menu.
23 Getting Videos from the Camcorder to the Computer The Micro SD Memory card needs to be inserted. Do not disconnect the cable during transfer. Doing so will cancel the transfer of any files on their way to your computer. 1. Select the “Get Images” button from the Main menu. 2. The “Get media from ...
Page 25 - click the “Take a Tour” button on the application’s Home screen.; Transferring Images Manually from the Camcorder to the Computer
24 Getting Started! Using the Vivitar Experience Image Manager you can: Upload and manage videos to and from the most popular photo sharing and social networking sites - Facebook, Flickr, Picasa, MySpace, Photobucket, Twitpic, Twitgoo and YouTube Seamlessly transfer videos from one social networ...
Page 26 - MACINTOSH; ‘MSDC’ connection icon; Transferring Photos and Videos: Apple iPad; Apple iPad Camera Connection:; : iPad SD Card Reader not included. This may be purchased separately.
25 MACINTOSH 1. Use the supplied USB cable to connect your camcorder to your computer ’s USB port. 2. Power on the camcorder. The ‘MSDC’ connection icon displays on the LCD screen. 3. The camcorder ’s device icon appears on the desktop. 4. Click on the device icon and open the DCIM folder and the fo...
Page 27 - What Is Not Covered By Warranty:
26 Camcorder Maintenance The digital camcorder is a delicate device. Please handle your camcorder with care to avoid damaging it. Do not expose your camcorder to heat sources. Do not use you camcorder in wet or moist conditions without the waterproof casing. Sakar Warranty Card This warranty covers ...
