DVR 426HDv2   
 
Digital Camcorder 
with camera 
 
User Manual 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
© 2009-2012 Sakar International, Inc. All rights reserved. 
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Contents 
Introduction .................................................................................................................................. 2 
What’s Included ............................................................................................................................ 2 
Parts of the Camcorder ................................................................................................................ 3 
Initial Camcorder Setup ................................................................................................................ 4 
Main Camcorder Modes ............................................................................................................... 7 
Camcorder Technical Specifications ............................................................................................. 8 
Computer System Requirements – Windows ............................................................................... 9 
Computer System Requirements – Macintosh ............................................................................. 9 
Powering ON/OFF Your Digital Video Recorder ......................................................................... 10 
Changing Camcorder Mode ........................................................................................................ 11 
Navigating the Menus ................................................................................................................. 12 
Video Capture Mode .................................................................................................................. 13 
Video Playback Mode ................................................................................................................. 17 
Photo Capture Mode .................................................................................................................. 21 
Photo Playback Mode ................................................................................................................ 25 
Installing the Software ................................................................................................................ 29 
Connecting the Camcorder to the Computer .............................................................................. 30 
Getting Photos and Videos from your Camcorder to Your Computer ......................................... 31 
Get started!................................................................................................................................. 32 
Transferring Images from my Camcorder to my Computer Manually ......................................... 33 
Camcorder Maintenance ............................................................................................................ 34 
Sakar Warranty Card .................................................................................................................. 35 
Technical Support ....................................................................................................................... 36 
Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................... 36 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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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.   
 
Note: Your camcorder needs an SD Memory card (up to 16GB) for normal use. 
SD Memory cards are not included and need to be purchased separately. 
 
Please read this manual carefully first in order to get the most out of your digital video recorder. 
 
 
What’s Included 
1.  Digital Video Recorder 
(with Built-in USB Connector, 
not shown) 
2.  AV Cable 
3.  Vivitar Experience Image Manager   
software Installation CD 
4.  Wrist Strap 
 
 
 
 
   
 
 
 
Note: SD memory card and batteries not included. 
 
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Parts of the Camcorder 
 
 
 
 
1.    AV Out Port 
12.    Left / Resolution Button 
2.    Wrist Strap Connector 
13.    Shutter / OK Button 
3.    Tripod Mount 
14.    LCD Screen 
4.    USB Connector 
15.    Up / Zoom In Button 
5.    USB Lever 
16.    SD Memory Card Slot 
6.    LED Indicator Light 
17.    Power Button 
7.    Microphone 
18.    Delete Button 
8.    Lends 
9.    Speaker 
19.    Right/ViviLink Button 
20.    Down / Zoom Out Button 
10. MODE Button 
21.    Battery Compartment 
11. MENU Button 
 
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Initial Camcorder Setup 
 
Installing the Batteries 
 
Installing the Memory Card 
  Insert 3 X AAA (1.5V) batteries. 
  Alkaline batteries recommended 
 
(not included). 
 
 
 
 
Turning On the Camcorder 
 
 
 
 
  Make sure the camcorder is 
 
powered OFF. 
 
  Insert SD Memory card 
(up to 16GB) before use. 
Using the Camcorder 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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When powering the camcorder ON for the first time the camcorder 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 back of the camera in a downward direction to open the cover. 
Insert 3 x AAA (1.5V) batteries (not included) with the correct polarity, according to the 
polarity illustrated inside the battery compartment. 
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 (such as Flash in some models) will not work if the battery power 
level is low. 
  When the battery power is low the battery icon turns red and the camcorder 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)  SD Memory Card 
Make sure the camcorder is powered OFF before inserting your SD/MMC/SDHC Memory 
Card. 
Make sure an SD card (up to16GB) has been 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 camcorder (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 camcorder 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. 
 
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  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 camcorder from saving captured photos to the SD 
card. 
3)  Power On 
Press and hold the POWER 
  button to turn on the camcorder. 
 
 
Setting the Camcorder Language 
You will first be prompted to select a language for the camcorder. The Language selection menu 
will appear. Select the language of your choice and press the Shutter/OK button to confirm the 
selection. 
 
Your digital video recorder is now ready to begin capturing videos and photos. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Main Camcorder Modes 
Your digital video recorder has different modes for the various camcorder functions. 
You can switch modes by pressing the MODE button on your digital video recorder after the 
camcorder has been powered ON. 
  Video Capture Mode 
 
Use this mode to capture videos with your digital video recorder. 
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 the 
record. A red record indicator will appear on the LCD screen while record is in progress. To 
stop the record, press the Shutter button again. The video will be automatically saved to 
your camcorder’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 camcorder. 
After turning on your camcorder, press the MODE button once to open the Photo Capture 
mode. 
To take a picture, aim your camcorder as desired and press the Shutter button. 
The picture will be automatically saved to your camcorder’s memory card. 
To access the various menus for the Photo Capture mode, press the MENU button while in 
the Photo Capture mode. 
 
Playback Mode (Photos & Videos) 
 
 
Use this mode to view and manage the photos and videos on your camcorder. 
After turning on your camcorder, press the MODE button twice to open the Playback mode 
for photos and videos. You can scroll through the photos and videos that you’ve previously 
taken to view and delete them as desired. 
To access the various menus for the Playback mode for photos and videos, press the 
MENU button while in the Playback mode. 
 
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