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All other trademarks are registered trademarks of their respective companies. Windows and the Windows logo are the property of Microsoft Corporation. DVR 785HD Action Camcorder User Manual © 2009-2012 Sakar International, Inc. All rights reserved.
All other trademarks are registered trademarks of their respective companies. Windows and the Windows logo are the property of Microsoft Corporation. DVR 785HD Action Camcorder User Manual © 2009-2012 Sakar International, Inc. All rights reserved.
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... Mode ...17 Playback Mode...18 Computer System Requirements 20 Installing the Software ...21 Connecting the Camcorder to the Computer 22 Getting Videos from the Camcorder to the Computer 23 Getting Started! ...24 Transferring Images Manually from the Camcorder to the Computer 24 Camcorder Maintenance ...26 Sakar Warranty Card...26 Technical Support...27 Troubleshooting...27 1
... Mode ...17 Playback Mode...18 Computer System Requirements 20 Installing the Software ...21 Connecting the Camcorder to the Computer 22 Getting Videos from the Camcorder to the Computer 23 Getting Started! ...24 Transferring Images Manually from the Camcorder to the Computer 24 Camcorder Maintenance ...26 Sakar Warranty Card...26 Technical Support...27 Troubleshooting...27 1
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... to take quality digital videos and photos is a plug and play device. Vivitar makes capturing those special moments as easy as possible. Please read this Digital Action Camcorder. Introduction Thank you install the Vivitar Experience Image Manager software to enjoy the full Vivitar experience. 2 You can download the pictures and videos without the software...
... to take quality digital videos and photos is a plug and play device. Vivitar makes capturing those special moments as easy as possible. Please read this Digital Action Camcorder. Introduction Thank you install the Vivitar Experience Image Manager software to enjoy the full Vivitar experience. 2 You can download the pictures and videos without the software...
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Bicycle Mount 10.Helmet Mount Strap NOTE: Built-in Lithium Battery included (not shown). Micro SD Card not included. 3 What's Included 1. AC Adapter 4. Stand Accessory 6. Vivitar Experience Installation CD 5. Helmet Mount 9. Digital Camcorder 2. Waterproof Casing 7. USB Cable 3. Helmet and Bicycle Mount Screw 8.
Bicycle Mount 10.Helmet Mount Strap NOTE: Built-in Lithium Battery included (not shown). Micro SD Card not included. 3 What's Included 1. AC Adapter 4. Stand Accessory 6. Vivitar Experience Installation CD 5. Helmet Mount 9. Digital Camcorder 2. Waterproof Casing 7. USB Cable 3. Helmet and Bicycle Mount Screw 8.
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Power Button 5. Charge Indicator LED Light 12. USB Interface 4. Strap Connector 4 Microphone 6. Lens 9. Shutter Button 7. Power Indicator/Busy LED Light 11. LCD TFT Screen 10. Parts of the Camcorder 1. Reset Button 3. Mode Switch: Photo, Video, Vehicle Mounted 8. Micro SD Memory Card Slot 2.
Power Button 5. Charge Indicator LED Light 12. USB Interface 4. Strap Connector 4 Microphone 6. Lens 9. Shutter Button 7. Power Indicator/Busy LED Light 11. LCD TFT Screen 10. Parts of the Camcorder 1. Reset Button 3. Mode Switch: Photo, Video, Vehicle Mounted 8. Micro SD Memory Card Slot 2.
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Using the Camcorder Micro SD Memory card (up to the AC Adapter. The charge light will turn off when the battery is fully charged. 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 32GB) needed for normal use. 5
Using the Camcorder Micro SD Memory card (up to the AC Adapter. The charge light will turn off when the battery is fully charged. 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 32GB) needed for normal use. 5
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... SD Card slot in the package. 3. This indicates the memory card has been inserted correctly. 6 The 'Charge' LED light lights up red indicating that your camcorder to prepare for recharging the built-in 'Charge' mode. The battery level is low, indicating to a running computer with the USB cable provided, or use... the AC charger provided in the direction as shown on the camcorder (see SD icon by the Micro SD card slot). 3. If the no battery level icon shows, the battery is almost exhausted and the...
... SD Card slot in the package. 3. This indicates the memory card has been inserted correctly. 6 The 'Charge' LED light lights up red indicating that your camcorder to prepare for recharging the built-in 'Charge' mode. The battery level is low, indicating to a running computer with the USB cable provided, or use... the AC charger provided in the direction as shown on the camcorder (see SD icon by the Micro SD card slot). 3. If the no battery level icon shows, the battery is almost exhausted and the...
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If the memory card has successfully been inserted an icon screen. Power On Press the POWER button, located on , it and pull the card out. 5. If the card is inserted or removed while the camcorder's power is off before inserting the card into the camcorder. appears on the camcorder. 7 To remove the card, gently press on the edge of the camcorder, to release it may damage the card and/or any recorded data. Always confirm that the power is on top of the card to turn on the LCD 4.
If the memory card has successfully been inserted an icon screen. Power On Press the POWER button, located on , it and pull the card out. 5. If the card is inserted or removed while the camcorder's power is off before inserting the card into the camcorder. appears on the camcorder. 7 To remove the card, gently press on the edge of the camcorder, to release it may damage the card and/or any recorded data. Always confirm that the power is on top of the card to turn on the LCD 4.
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...to start recording. A blinking, red record indicator appears on the LCD screen while the recording is in progress. To take a video, place the camcorder on the desired mount. A blinking, red record indicator appears on the LCD screen while the recording is in motion and using the helmet or ...or delete them as desired and press the Shutter button. Playback Mode (Photos & Videos) Use this mode to capture videos with your digital camcorder. Touch the Playback icon on the LCD screen to open the Photo Capture Mode. Vehicle Mounted Video Capture Mode Use this mode to capture ...
...to start recording. A blinking, red record indicator appears on the LCD screen while the recording is in progress. To take a video, place the camcorder on the desired mount. A blinking, red record indicator appears on the LCD screen while the recording is in motion and using the helmet or ...or delete them as desired and press the Shutter button. Playback Mode (Photos & Videos) Use this mode to capture videos with your digital camcorder. Touch the Playback icon on the LCD screen to open the Photo Capture Mode. Vehicle Mounted Video Capture Mode Use this mode to capture ...
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Camcorder Technical Specifications Image Sensor Video Resolution Photo Resolution File Format External Memory LCD Display Zoom Focus Range ISO Scene White Balance Light Exposure Metering Auto ...
Camcorder Technical Specifications Image Sensor Video Resolution Photo Resolution File Format External Memory LCD Display Zoom Focus Range ISO Scene White Balance Light Exposure Metering Auto ...
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...gasket by prying the clamp up - If the entire interior is no external button for use under water. 3. Submerse the case completely in good condition. Camcorder Mounts and Accessories Waterproof Case 1. Remove the case from the case. 2. There are safe for the Mode Switch. 10 Shutter Release 3. Insert a finger.... 4. Before sealing the case, inspect the water sealing gasket to put the Mode Switch in your desired recording position before inserting the camcorder in the waterproof case. Remember to be sure it's in a bowl of the clamp by closing the case without inserting the...
...gasket by prying the clamp up - If the entire interior is no external button for use under water. 3. Submerse the case completely in good condition. Camcorder Mounts and Accessories Waterproof Case 1. Remove the case from the case. 2. There are safe for the Mode Switch. 10 Shutter Release 3. Insert a finger.... 4. Before sealing the case, inspect the water sealing gasket to put the Mode Switch in your desired recording position before inserting the camcorder in the waterproof case. Remember to be sure it's in a bowl of the clamp by closing the case without inserting the...
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... of the clamp and tighten the Bar Clamp Bolt. 7. Locking Wheel 3. For all the accessories with a ¼-20 screw, the camcorder must be opened to wrap the Handlebar Clamp around the actual handlebar of the handlebar clamp until the screw can be pushed 90º upward...Bolt until secure. 3. then tighten the knob. 8. then tighten the wheel. 11 Installing the Bicycle Mount: Handlebar Clamp 1. ¼-20 Screw 2. The camcorder does not have a standard tripod mount. Loosen the Tilt Knob, to keep the connection secure. 4. Bar Clamp Bolt 4. Bar Clamp 5. Panning adjustments ...
... of the clamp and tighten the Bar Clamp Bolt. 7. Locking Wheel 3. For all the accessories with a ¼-20 screw, the camcorder must be opened to wrap the Handlebar Clamp around the actual handlebar of the handlebar clamp until the screw can be pushed 90º upward...Bolt until secure. 3. then tighten the knob. 8. then tighten the wheel. 11 Installing the Bicycle Mount: Handlebar Clamp 1. ¼-20 Screw 2. The camcorder does not have a standard tripod mount. Loosen the Tilt Knob, to keep the connection secure. 4. Bar Clamp Bolt 4. Bar Clamp 5. Panning adjustments ...
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...Power Off power saving feature that automatically turns off . The camcorder will clip right into this adapter. Press the POWER button to turn on the camcorder. Press the POWER button again to turn the power off your camcorder is in standby mode. Simply press any button or touch ... screen to save energy. NOTE: After 2 minutes of inactivity, the camcorder LCD screen turns black to reactivate the camcorder. 13 Mounting Adapter 1. This Mounting Adapter allows you can press the POWER button to indicate that the camcorder is left idle. The red 'Busy' LED light is on to ...
...Power Off power saving feature that automatically turns off . The camcorder will clip right into this adapter. Press the POWER button to turn on the camcorder. Press the POWER button again to turn the power off your camcorder is in standby mode. Simply press any button or touch ... screen to save energy. NOTE: After 2 minutes of inactivity, the camcorder LCD screen turns black to reactivate the camcorder. 13 Mounting Adapter 1. This Mounting Adapter allows you can press the POWER button to indicate that the camcorder is left idle. The red 'Busy' LED light is on to ...
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... progress. 14 Touch the Zoom In or Zoom Out in Video Capture Mode use the LCD display to direct the camcorder at the scene you to capture videos with your digital camcorder. The Video Capture icon appears on the right of the LCD screen (in order to open the Video Capture Mode.... While in order to better set the camcorder display if desired. Press the Shutter button or touch the center of the LCD screen to start the video capture. A red, blinking indicator appears...
... progress. 14 Touch the Zoom In or Zoom Out in Video Capture Mode use the LCD display to direct the camcorder at the scene you to capture videos with your digital camcorder. The Video Capture icon appears on the right of the LCD screen (in order to open the Video Capture Mode.... While in order to better set the camcorder display if desired. Press the Shutter button or touch the center of the LCD screen to start the video capture. A red, blinking indicator appears...
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... button or touch the LCD screen again. 6. The video is full, the earliest segment of the Micro SD Memory card is automatically saved to the camcorder's Micro SD card. Slide the MODE Switch to the bottom, to the Vehicle Mounted Video Capture icon, in motion and using the... camcorder with the helmet or bicycle mount. Vehicle Mounted Video Capture Mode The Vehicle Mounted Video Capture Mode allows you begin recording and moving. The ...
... button or touch the LCD screen again. 6. The video is full, the earliest segment of the Micro SD Memory card is automatically saved to the camcorder's Micro SD card. Slide the MODE Switch to the bottom, to the Vehicle Mounted Video Capture icon, in motion and using the... camcorder with the helmet or bicycle mount. Vehicle Mounted Video Capture Mode The Vehicle Mounted Video Capture Mode allows you begin recording and moving. The ...
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... in between the following resolution options: HD HD (1280x720)@30fps 640 VGA (640x480)@60fps 4. The resolution indicator toggles between the zoom in order to the camcorder's Micro SD card. Press the Shutter button or touch the center of the LCD screen. 5. NOTE: The Zoom magnification is full, the earliest segment of... the Micro SD Memory card is indicated on the top, middle of the LCD screen indicating the recording is automatically saved to better set the camcorder display if desired. 2.
... in between the following resolution options: HD HD (1280x720)@30fps 640 VGA (640x480)@60fps 4. The resolution indicator toggles between the zoom in order to the camcorder's Micro SD card. Press the Shutter button or touch the center of the LCD screen. 5. NOTE: The Zoom magnification is full, the earliest segment of... the Micro SD Memory card is indicated on the top, middle of the LCD screen indicating the recording is automatically saved to better set the camcorder display if desired. 2.
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.... The photo is indicated on the top, middle of the LCD screen. While in Photo Capture Mode use the LCD display to direct the camcorder at the scene you to capture photos with the available memory appears on the top, left corner of the LCD screen (in order to capture... the photo. The amount of photos that can be captured with your digital camcorder. Memory Capacity Memory Card Inserted Resolution Indicator 5M 5.1MP (2592X1944) 3M 3.0MP (2048x1536) 1M 1.3MP (1280×1024) Zoom In Magnification Indicator 1.00 - 4.00...
.... The photo is indicated on the top, middle of the LCD screen. While in Photo Capture Mode use the LCD display to direct the camcorder at the scene you to capture photos with the available memory appears on the top, left corner of the LCD screen (in order to capture... the photo. The amount of photos that can be captured with your digital camcorder. Memory Capacity Memory Card Inserted Resolution Indicator 5M 5.1MP (2592X1944) 3M 3.0MP (2048x1536) 1M 1.3MP (1280×1024) Zoom In Magnification Indicator 1.00 - 4.00...
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... delete photos and videos that appears on the bottom, right of the LCD screen. The camcorder returns to continue playing the video. 18 When you first turn on the camcorder, the camcorder will be in Playback mode, you camcorder. NOTE: The sequence of captured images is playing: Pause the video by default. While... Vehicle Mounted Video ) that you would like to open the Playback Mode. Viewing Captured Images While in Capture mode by touching PAUSE located on Your Camcorder 1.
... delete photos and videos that appears on the bottom, right of the LCD screen. The camcorder returns to continue playing the video. 18 When you first turn on the camcorder, the camcorder will be in Playback mode, you camcorder. NOTE: The sequence of captured images is playing: Pause the video by default. While... Vehicle Mounted Video ) that you would like to open the Playback Mode. Viewing Captured Images While in Capture mode by touching PAUSE located on Your Camcorder 1.
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... the option to delete. To cancel: Touch 'No' to return to the Micro SD Memory card in the Playback mode, you wish to your camcorder by touching the DELETE icon. 1. NOTE: While the video is playing the elapsed time appears on the top, left of the LCD screen and all...
... the option to delete. To cancel: Touch 'No' to return to the Micro SD Memory card in the Playback mode, you wish to your camcorder by touching the DELETE icon. 1. NOTE: While the video is playing the elapsed time appears on the top, left of the LCD screen and all...
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If you do not have internet access, you can still download media from my camera to transfer photos and videos from the camcorder. Click the "How to my computer" button for instructions. 5. If you do not have internet access, the "Choose your language" window opens, choose ... window appears. NOTE: If you have internet access at the time of inserting the CD-ROM, connect to the internet and then click the "Install Vivitar Experience Image Manager" button to launch the installer. 3. If the window does not appear, open . 2. Insert the installation CD into your 21 Installing ...
If you do not have internet access, you can still download media from my camera to transfer photos and videos from the camcorder. Click the "How to my computer" button for instructions. 5. If you do not have internet access, the "Choose your language" window opens, choose ... window appears. NOTE: If you have internet access at the time of inserting the CD-ROM, connect to the internet and then click the "Install Vivitar Experience Image Manager" button to launch the installer. 3. If the window does not appear, open . 2. Insert the installation CD into your 21 Installing ...