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All rights reserved. DVR 518 Digital Video Camcorder User's Manual © 2009 Sakar International, Inc. All other trademarks are registered trademarks of their respective companies. Windows and the Windows logo are the property of Microsoft Corporation.
All rights reserved. DVR 518 Digital Video Camcorder User's Manual © 2009 Sakar International, Inc. All other trademarks are registered trademarks of their respective companies. Windows and the Windows logo are the property of Microsoft Corporation.
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... Windows Vista 5 Computer System Requirements for Macintosh 5 A Quick Look at your Digital Video Camcorder 7 Preparing Your Camcorder for Use 8 Inserting an SD Memory Card 9 Maintenance and Care 11 DVR Function Control 12 Capturing Videos 15 Taking Photos 21 Audio Mode 34 Playback mode 35 Setup ...Mode 50 Connecting the Camcorder to a TV 59 Install the Vivitar Experience Image Manager Software 59 Connect your camcorder to the computer 63 Get photos...
... Windows Vista 5 Computer System Requirements for Macintosh 5 A Quick Look at your Digital Video Camcorder 7 Preparing Your Camcorder for Use 8 Inserting an SD Memory Card 9 Maintenance and Care 11 DVR Function Control 12 Capturing Videos 15 Taking Photos 21 Audio Mode 34 Playback mode 35 Setup ...Mode 50 Connecting the Camcorder to a TV 59 Install the Vivitar Experience Image Manager Software 59 Connect your camcorder to the computer 63 Get photos...
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... has a PC Camera function for purchasing the DVR 518 Digital Video Camcorder. In addition, a SD compatible memory card of up to 8GB can be inserted in order to my computer manually (Using Macintosh 67 Using your camcorder as a PC Camera (on Windows 68 Sakar Warranty Card 69 Technical ... Features 5 modes - Video, Audio, Camera, Playback and Set Up. Digital Video resolutions - 640x480 (VGA), 320x240 (QVGA). 2 With your camcorder you for web conferencing. Transfer media from my camcorder to my computer manually (Using Windows) ...66 Transfer media from my...
... has a PC Camera function for purchasing the DVR 518 Digital Video Camcorder. In addition, a SD compatible memory card of up to 8GB can be inserted in order to my computer manually (Using Macintosh 67 Using your camcorder as a PC Camera (on Windows 68 Sakar Warranty Card 69 Technical ... Features 5 modes - Video, Audio, Camera, Playback and Set Up. Digital Video resolutions - 640x480 (VGA), 320x240 (QVGA). 2 With your camcorder you for web conferencing. Transfer media from my camcorder to my computer manually (Using Windows) ...66 Transfer media from my...
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What your camcorder Vivitar Experience Image Manager software for uploading and managing photos and videos to 8GB Built-in Microphone Takes digital photos, videos and record audio files Delete, rotate, protect, crop and print photos directly on and from your digital video camcorder includes Digital Video Camcorder USB cable...
What your camcorder Vivitar Experience Image Manager software for uploading and managing photos and videos to 8GB Built-in Microphone Takes digital photos, videos and record audio files Delete, rotate, protect, crop and print photos directly on and from your digital video camcorder includes Digital Video Camcorder USB cable...
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Note: 8 Lift and open the battery compartment on the side of the camcorder. 2. Insert the batteries in accordance with the polarity indicated in the battery compartment. 3. Return and close the battery cover. It is recommended that alkaline batteries be used. 1. Preparing Your Camcorder for Use Battery Installation Your DVR camcorder requires 3 "AAA" batteries (not included).
Note: 8 Lift and open the battery compartment on the side of the camcorder. 2. Insert the batteries in accordance with the polarity indicated in the battery compartment. 3. Return and close the battery cover. It is recommended that alkaline batteries be used. 1. Preparing Your Camcorder for Use Battery Installation Your DVR camcorder requires 3 "AAA" batteries (not included).
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... Memory cards expand the amount of memory thus allowing an increase in the number of up to 8GB (not included) should be lost when your DVR camcorder. Limited internal memory is provided in order to take photos, videos and audio. A SD Memory card is not lost if no SD... compatible memory card of movies, photos and audio that can be captured before transferring them to your computer. Remove the batteries from the DVR camcorder when not in use for an extended period. Media sitting on the memory card is required to expand the memory in order to capture and...
... Memory cards expand the amount of memory thus allowing an increase in the number of up to 8GB (not included) should be lost when your DVR camcorder. Limited internal memory is provided in order to take photos, videos and audio. A SD Memory card is not lost if no SD... compatible memory card of movies, photos and audio that can be captured before transferring them to your computer. Remove the batteries from the DVR camcorder when not in use for an extended period. Media sitting on the memory card is required to expand the memory in order to capture and...
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Press the memory card until you insert an SD memory card, the SD card icon will sit flush with the camcorder. Locate the SD card slot on the bottom of the LCD, indicating that your SD memory card has been installed successfully. Insert an SD memory card correctly in the internal memory. This product supports SD cards of up to 8GB. 10 The memory card when properly inserted will appear on the card and not in the direction shown. 3. The media you capture will now be stored on the right side of the camcorder. 2. Note: After you hear a "Click" sound. 1.
Press the memory card until you insert an SD memory card, the SD card icon will sit flush with the camcorder. Locate the SD card slot on the bottom of the LCD, indicating that your SD memory card has been installed successfully. Insert an SD memory card correctly in the internal memory. This product supports SD cards of up to 8GB. 10 The memory card when properly inserted will appear on the card and not in the direction shown. 3. The media you capture will now be stored on the right side of the camcorder. 2. Note: After you hear a "Click" sound. 1.
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...61623; Do not remove the SD memory Card during formatting as this may damage the card and render it unusable. Before using the video camcorder, please ensure that you read and understand the safety precautions described below: • Do not try to open the case of the video...equipment may lead to format the card). Maintenance and Care Before using the camcorder, be carried out only by authorized service providers. • Keep the video camcorder away from water and other hazards. 11 Do not use the video camcorder in any way. Formatting will delete all data on how to...
...61623; Do not remove the SD memory Card during formatting as this may damage the card and render it unusable. Before using the video camcorder, please ensure that you read and understand the safety precautions described below: • Do not try to open the case of the video...equipment may lead to format the card). Maintenance and Care Before using the camcorder, be carried out only by authorized service providers. • Keep the video camcorder away from water and other hazards. 11 Do not use the video camcorder in any way. Formatting will delete all data on how to...
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... off . The LCD monitor will light up indicating that your DVR is situated on the LCD screen. The Power button is ready for 60 seconds it will switch off a few moments later. 12 The camcorder will appear on the inside of the camcorder. When there is not in use or in an operation... mode for use. Power off Press the Power button to flip open the LCD Screen. Power on Press the Power button to turn on the camcorder you need to turn your DVR camcorder off automatically. If the DVR camcorder is insufficient battery power, a "Low Battery" message will automatically power off...
... off . The LCD monitor will light up indicating that your DVR is situated on the LCD screen. The Power button is ready for 60 seconds it will switch off a few moments later. 12 The camcorder will appear on the inside of the camcorder. When there is not in use or in an operation... mode for use. Power off Press the Power button to flip open the LCD Screen. Power on Press the Power button to turn on the camcorder you need to turn your DVR camcorder off automatically. If the DVR camcorder is insufficient battery power, a "Low Battery" message will automatically power off...
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... the OK button to save your choice and for the language interface of the camcorder to change to choose a language and set the date & time before using the video camcorder for the first time after purchasing it, be the time and date that will be sure to the language you capture. 1. Press...
... the OK button to save your choice and for the language interface of the camcorder to change to choose a language and set the date & time before using the video camcorder for the first time after purchasing it, be the time and date that will be sure to the language you capture. 1. Press...
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..., Month, Day, Hour, Minute and Date Format (YYYY/MM/DD , DD/MM/YYYY , MM/DD/YYYY) options. 7. The video default capture mode appears on the camcorder. 2. Press the Left/Right button to close the menu and exit the Setup function Change the...
..., Month, Day, Hour, Minute and Date Format (YYYY/MM/DD , DD/MM/YYYY , MM/DD/YYYY) options. 7. The video default capture mode appears on the camcorder. 2. Press the Left/Right button to close the menu and exit the Setup function Change the...
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On turning on your DVR, press the DV/DSC button on the LCD. 15 The video icon will appear on the top right on the bottom left of the LCD. 2. To change between the function modes on the top right of the LCD screen. Aim the camcorder at that resolution and memory appears... on your camcorder the first mode to appear is the Video mode. Use a compatible SD card of the LCD. 1. The elapsed time of the...
On turning on your DVR, press the DV/DSC button on the LCD. 15 The video icon will appear on the top right on the bottom left of the LCD. 2. To change between the function modes on the top right of the LCD screen. Aim the camcorder at that resolution and memory appears... on your camcorder the first mode to appear is the Video mode. Use a compatible SD card of the LCD. 1. The elapsed time of the...
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... playback mode. 3. 5. Press the Up button to Zoom In or the Down button to shoot further videos. Please insert an SD memory card of the camcorder is full, a "Memory Full" message will be used for you wish to Pause the recording in on the LCD screen when you attempt to Zoom...
... playback mode. 3. 5. Press the Up button to Zoom In or the Down button to shoot further videos. Please insert an SD memory card of the camcorder is full, a "Memory Full" message will be used for you wish to Pause the recording in on the LCD screen when you attempt to Zoom...
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...Video capture mode to expand the memory and capture many more memorable photos. Use the image that appears in the top left of the camcorder. 2. The camcorder will appear on your White Balance choice, the corresponding icon will beep and the picture taken as jpeg and saved to compose your ...shot. 1. Note: After selecting your camcorder, press the DV/DSC mode button on the top of the LCD screen. The camcorder`s internal memory is limited per each resolution so it is recommended to insert a compatible SD card of ...
...Video capture mode to expand the memory and capture many more memorable photos. Use the image that appears in the top left of the camcorder. 2. The camcorder will appear on your White Balance choice, the corresponding icon will beep and the picture taken as jpeg and saved to compose your ...shot. 1. Note: After selecting your camcorder, press the DV/DSC mode button on the top of the LCD screen. The camcorder`s internal memory is limited per each resolution so it is recommended to insert a compatible SD card of ...
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When the camcorder's internal memory is reduced by one. 5. To turn off the LED light, press the LED ON/OFF button again. 22 memory. 3. The number of photos ... are poor, press the LED ON/OFF button on the top right of the LCD Screen. Either download the photos to your computer using the Vivitar Experience Image Manager software as described below in the section "Transfer photos and videos to your computer" or insert an SD card to offer better...
When the camcorder's internal memory is reduced by one. 5. To turn off the LED light, press the LED ON/OFF button again. 22 memory. 3. The number of photos ... are poor, press the LED ON/OFF button on the top right of the LCD Screen. Either download the photos to your computer using the Vivitar Experience Image Manager software as described below in the section "Transfer photos and videos to your computer" or insert an SD card to offer better...
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.... The digital zoom digit icon appears on the bottom right corner of the shutter button and when the photo is actually taken. Method 1: 1. Place the camcorder on a tripod or on the top of the LCD will appear. 3. Press the Up button to Zoom In to Zoom back out. 3. Press the Down...
.... The digital zoom digit icon appears on the bottom right corner of the shutter button and when the photo is actually taken. Method 1: 1. Place the camcorder on a tripod or on the top of the LCD will appear. 3. Press the Up button to Zoom In to Zoom back out. 3. Press the Down...
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... intervals of the countdown. 10. Using methods 1 or 2 as explained above, select the Burst icon. 1. Burst Take 3 consecutive photos automatically. The camcorder will appear next to the lens flashes for every second of 1 second between shots. 25 After the selected time delay the photo will need enough... Mode submenu. Press the Shutter button. 3. The Burst icon will now automatically take 3 continuous photos with the Self-timer options in the camcorder to the Camera mode. 7. Press the MENU button to exit the Setting menu and revert to use this option. The Self-Timer icon ...
... intervals of the countdown. 10. Using methods 1 or 2 as explained above, select the Burst icon. 1. Burst Take 3 consecutive photos automatically. The camcorder will appear next to the lens flashes for every second of 1 second between shots. 25 After the selected time delay the photo will need enough... Mode submenu. Press the Shutter button. 3. The Burst icon will now automatically take 3 continuous photos with the Self-timer options in the camcorder to the Camera mode. 7. Press the MENU button to exit the Setting menu and revert to use this option. The Self-Timer icon ...
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... and select one of the LCD. Press the OK button to confirm, save your choice and exit to open the Resolution submenu. 3. To set the camcorder`s resolution: 1. quality of the photo the more memory it will also affect the maximum size you can print your photo effectively. VGA(640X480) 4.
... and select one of the LCD. Press the OK button to confirm, save your choice and exit to open the Resolution submenu. 3. To set the camcorder`s resolution: 1. quality of the photo the more memory it will also affect the maximum size you can print your photo effectively. VGA(640X480) 4.
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The amount of time to record your photo. 1. Press the OK button to confirm, save your camcorder. Press the Up/Down button to highlight and select the Date Stamp option: [Off]: Neither date nor time is left after capturing videos 34 Audio ...
The amount of time to record your photo. 1. Press the OK button to confirm, save your camcorder. Press the Up/Down button to highlight and select the Date Stamp option: [Off]: Neither date nor time is left after capturing videos 34 Audio ...
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Insert an SD card to expand the memory capacity of the camcorder to enjoy many more hours of the screen. The Audio screen will appear with ... button again to being recording. 2. Press the Shutter button to stop and save the recorded audio file in your camcorder or attach the TV-out cable to memory. Playback mode You can playback the videos, photos and audio files in... WAV format to watch them on your camcorder, press the DV/DSC mode button on your TV screen. 35 The lapsed time for the audio clip appears ...
Insert an SD card to expand the memory capacity of the camcorder to enjoy many more hours of the screen. The Audio screen will appear with ... button again to being recording. 2. Press the Shutter button to stop and save the recorded audio file in your camcorder or attach the TV-out cable to memory. Playback mode You can playback the videos, photos and audio files in... WAV format to watch them on your camcorder, press the DV/DSC mode button on your TV screen. 35 The lapsed time for the audio clip appears ...