DVR 940HD
Digital Video Camera
User Manual
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Contents
Introduction ................................................................................................................................ 3
What‟s Included ......................................................................................................................... 3
Parts of the Digital Video Camera .............................................................................................. 4
Initial Setup ................................................................................................................................ 5
Main Digital Video Camera Modes ............................................................................................ 8
Technical Specifications ........................................................................................................... 10
Computer System Requirements - WINDOWS OS ................................................................. 11
Computer System Requirements – MAC OS ........................................................................... 11
Powering ON/OFF Your Digital Video Camera ........................................................................ 12
Changing Camera Mode .......................................................................................................... 12
Navigating the Menus .............................................................................................................. 13
Video Capture Mode ................................................................................................................ 14
Video Playback Mode .............................................................................................................. 29
Photo Capture Mode................................................................................................................ 33
Photo Playback Mode .............................................................................................................. 51
Connecting the Digital Video Camera to a TV or HDTV .......................................................... 57
Installing the Software ............................................................................................................. 59
Connecting the Camera to the Computer ................................................................................ 60
Getting Photos and Videos from your Camera to Your Computer ........................................... 61
Get started! .............................................................................................................................. 62
Transferring Images Manually ................................................................................................. 63
Camera Maintenance .............................................................................................................. 63
Sakar Warranty Card ............................................................................................................... 64
Technical Support .................................................................................................................... 65
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................... 65
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Everything you need to take quality digital
videos and photos is included with your digital video camera.
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 camera.
Note:
Your digital video camera supports an SD Memory Card (up to 32GB).
In order to use your digital video camera normally, it is strongly recommended to insert the
SD Memory card (up to 32 GB) before use.
SD Memory cards are not included and need to be purchased separately.
What’s Included
1. Digital Video Camera
2. Lithium Battery
3. USB Cable
4. TV Cable
5. Vivitar Experience Image Manager
software Installation CD
6. HDMI Cable
7. AC Adapter
Attached Wrist Strap included (not shown)
Note: SD Memory Card not included
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Parts of the Digital Video Camera
1. Power Button
13. Delete / Right Button
2. Photo Shutter Button
14. EV- / Down Button
3. Video Shutter Button
15. Microphone
4. LCD Screen
5. Power LED Light
6. Zoom Out / Zoom In
7. ViviLink Button
8. Mode Button
9. Menu Button
16. LED Flash Light
17. USB / AV / HDMI Slots
18 Memory Card Slot
19. Tripod Socket
20. Digital Lens
21. Battery Compartment
10. OK Joystick Button
22. Speaker
11. Self-Timer / Left Button
23. Wrist Strap
12. EV+ / Up / Slideshow
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Initial Setup
Installing the Battery
Installing the Memory Card
To Charge the Battery:
Insert SD Memory card (up to 32GB)
Insert the battery (as shown
before use.
above).
Power Off the camera.
Connect the camera with the USB
cable either to the AC adapter or
to the computer.
Charge light will turn on when the
battery is fully charged.
Turning On the Camera
Using the Camera
Selecting
the modes
Accessing the menu
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When powering the digital video camera ON for the first time the digital video camera will take you
through the initial setup.
Powering the Digital Video Camera ON
1. Make sure the charged lithium battery have been inserted properly into your digital video
camera.
To charge the lithium battery:
Insert the battery into the camera.
Power Off the camera.
Connect the camera with the USB cable either to the AC adapter or to the computer.
A charge light will turn on when the battery is fully charged.
2. Make sure an SD card has been properly inserted into your digital video camera (inserted until a
click sound is heard).
Note: After the digital video 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.
3. Flip open the LCD screen and press the POWER
button to turn on the digital video camera.
Setting the Language
1. You will first be prompted to select a language for the camera. The Language selection menu
will appear. Select the language of your choice and press the OK on the joystick 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 through 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 and when finished press the OK button on the joystick to confirm
the selection and move to the next part of the camera 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 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.
Highlight the desired default social network and press the OK button on the joystick to confirm
the selection.
2. Next you will be asked to choose the default ViviLink social network for Videos.
Highlight the desired default social network and press the OK button on the joystick to confirm
the selection.
3. After the ViviLink Video option is confirmed the camera is now ready to use.
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Main Digital Video Camera Modes
Your digital video camera has different modes for the various functions.
You can switch modes by pressing the MODE button after the digital video camera 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 digital video camera is powered ON.
To take a video, aim your digital video camera as desired and press the Video Shutter button
to start the record. A red record indicator will appear on the LCD screen while record is in
progress. To stop the record, press the Video Shutter button again. The video will be
automatically saved to your digital video camera‟s memory card.
To access the various menus for the Video Capture mode, press the MENU button while in
the Video Capture mode.
Photo Capture Mode
Use this mode to capture pictures with your digital video camera.
After turning on your digital video camera, press the MODE button once to open the Photo
Capture mode.
To take a picture, aim your digital video camera as desired and press the Photo Shutter
button.
The picture will be automatically saved to your digital video camera‟s memory card.
To access the various menus for the Photo Capture mode, press the MENU button while in
the Photo Capture mode.
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