FCC STATEMENT This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Use of shielded cable is required to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC rules. Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment. 1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Do not use this DV camera if it is emitting smoke (or an unusual odor), becomes unusually hot to be touched, produces a peculiar noise, or exhibits any other abnormal conditions. Do not expose the DV camera to moisture and make sure no water gets into the DV camera. Do not touch the power plug during a thunderstorm if you are using the AC power adapter. This may cause an electrical shock. Do not use the DV camera if any foreign objects have entered the DV camera. Do not place the DV camera in an unstable location such as on a wobbly table or sloping surface. Do not insert or drop metallic or other foreign objects into the camera through access points such as the SD memory card slot. Do not attempt to modify this DV camera. Never operate this DV camera in any way while driving a vehicle. Do not cover or wrap the DV camera or the AC power adapter with a cloth or quilt. Always use the DV camera and its accessories in well-ventilated locations. Handle the DV camera carefully and do not bump the DV camera into any hard object. Do not move the DV camera while it is switched on. (If you are using the AC power adapter, unplug the adapter from the AC power outlet after you have switched off the camera.) Ensure that any connector cords or cables to other devices are disconnected before moving the DV camera. When leaving the DV camera unused for long periods, such as during a vacation, always unplug the DV camera from the power source (batteries or AC power adapter) for safety. Handling the USB and AV cables on this product may expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. 2 CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ........................................... 5 Overview .................................................................... 5 Package contents ..................................................... 6 Optional accessories ................................................ 6 CAPTURING STILL IMAGES ......................... 17 Basic settings ............................................................ 17 Digital zoom (Preview) ....................................... 17 Self-timer ............................................................. 18 Flash ................................................................... 19 Image resolution and quality .............................. 20 Number of recordable images ........................... 21 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA ....................................................... 7 Front view .................................................................. 7 Rear view ................................................................... 8 RECORD MODE ............................................ 22 LCD monitor information ........................................... 9 Recording video clips ............................................... 22 LED indicators and audible tones ............................ 12 Viewing video clips ................................................... 23 GETTING STARTED ...................................... 13 Installing the batteries ............................................... 13 Using an AC power adapter (optional accessory) ................................................. 14 Attaching the hand strap .......................................... 14 Inserting an SD memory card (optional accessory) ................................................. 15 Turning on your digital video camera ....................... 16 Setting the date and time .......................................... 16 PLAYBACK MODE ........................................ 24 Viewing images ......................................................... 24 Zoom playback .......................................................... 25 Displaying thumbnail images ................................... 26 Slide show display .................................................... 27 Deleting video clips and images .............................. 28 Delete one video clip/image at a time ............... 28 Delete all video clips/images at once ................ 29 Protecting video clips/images .................................. 30 Protecting one video clip/image ........................ 30 Removing protection from video clips and images ...................................... 30 3 SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ........................... 31 USB Driver for Windows 98 users ........................ 31 Installing PhotoSuite .............................................. 32 Installing PhotoVista .............................................. 33 Installing WinDVD Creator SVCD .......................... 34 MENU OPTIONS ........................................ 35 Record menu ......................................................... 35 Image size ...................................................... 36 Image quality .................................................. 36 Video quality ................................................... 36 Exposure ......................................................... 36 White balance ................................................. 38 ISO .................................................................. 39 Setup Menu ............................................................ 40 Format ............................................................. 41 Beep ................................................................ 41 Speaker ........................................................... 42 LCD brightness ............................................... 42 Power off .......................................................... 43 Reset to default ................................................ 43 Date type ......................................................... 44 Date setup ....................................................... 44 Date imprint ..................................................... 44 Video out frequence ........................................ Light frequency. ............................................... 45 Language ........................................................ 45 Playback Menu .......................................................... 46 Protect ............................................................. 46 Delete all .......................................................... 47 Slide show ....................................................... 47 Copy to card .................................................... 47 CONNECTING YOUR DITIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA TO OTHER DEVICES ........................................... 48 CAMERA SPECIFICATIONS ......................... 49 APPENDIX ................................................... 50 Error messages ........................................................ 50 4 INTRODUCTION Overview Your new digital video camera is a miniature camcorder that will capture motion video as well as 2 megapixel still images. Using the 1.5" TFT color image LCD monitor, you can record images and then review them in detail. 64MB internal (built-in) memory lets you capture and store video and images without the need for an additional memory card. However, you may wish to expand the memory capacity of your camera (up to 512 MB) by purchasing a Secure Digital (SD) memory card. Video clips and images that you have captured can be transferred to your computer using the USB cable. A USB driver is required only for Windows 98 users. Windows Me/2000/XP users may simply plug their camera directly into a USB port on their PC and begin transferring images to your computer. If you have a memory card, you may also wish to purchase an SD card reader for your PC. A card reader makes downloads even faster and more efficient. You can enhance and retouch your images and videos on your computer using the provided editing software, or other software you may already own. You may share your images and videos with your friends via e-mail, in a report, or on a website. The possibilities are endless. When shooting digital still images, an automatic flash sensor detects the shooting (lighting) conditions and determines whether the flash should be used for your digital still images. This feature helps ensure that your still images turn out right. We truly hope you enjoy your new DV camera! 5 Package contents Carefully unpack your new DV camera and ensure that you have the following items. In the event that any item is missing or damaged, promptly contact Vivitar Customer Service. Digital video camera User's manual USB cable AV cable Camera strap Camera pouch Software CD-ROM Optional accessories SD memory card AC power adapter 2 x AA alkaline batteries Note: The product and accessories that come with your camera may be different from those described in this manual. This is due to the fact that different retailers often specify slightly different product inclusions and accessories to suit their market requirements, customer demographics, and geographical preferences. Products often vary between retailers especially with accessories such as batteries, chargers, AC adapters, memory cards, cables, carrying cases/pouches, and language support. Occasionally a retailer will specify a unique product color, appearance, and internal memory capacity. Contact your dealer for precise product definition and included accessories. For drivers, revisions to this manual, and manuals in other languages please updates, refer to our website. 6 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA Front view 1. Lens 2. Microphone 3. Flash 4. Self-timer LED 5. Battery/SD card cover 6. Tripod socket 7 Rear view 1. LCD monitor 2. Speaker 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Power/Menu button Arrow (up) Flash Arrow (right) T Zoom in Arrow (down) Self-timer Arrow (left) W Zoom out 8. Record/ Stop 9. System LED indicator 10. OK OK Digital zoom 11. 12. 13. Still-Image shutter Delete Playback Pause 14.A/V OUT (Audio/Video Out) jack 15.USB connector 16.DC-in connector 17.Strap eyelet 8 LCD information These indicators are displayed when recording still-images or video clips: 1. Zoom state 2. Sound level (applies to video only) Low sound level Mild sound level Medium sound level High sound level Fully sound level Mute 3. Battery level Full battery power Fairly consumed Nearly exhausted Virtually no battery power 4. Memory Card indicator 5. Flash mode A Auto flash (Auto 1) A Auto flash (Auto 2) Flash off 6. Self-timer indicator (still images only) 7. White balance Automatic (no icon) Daylight Shade Fluorescent-1 Fluorescent-2 Lamp (incandescent) 8. EV compensation 9. Still-Image resolution Large 1600 x 1200 Medium 800 x 600 10. Possible number of shots remaining 11. Still image mode icon 12. Image/ Video quality Super fine Fine Normal 13. Recordable movie time available 14. Record mode icon 9 These indicators are displayed when playing back video clips: 1. Folder number and video number 2. Sound level Low sound level Mild sound level Medium sound level High sound level Fully sound level Mute 3. Battery level Full battery power Fairly consumed Nearly exhausted Virtually no battery power 4. Memory Card indicator (if present) 5. Pause / Play indicator 6. Counter 7. Movie icon 8. Video quality Super fine Fine Normal 10 These indicators are displayed when playing back still images: 1. Folder num ...