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DVR 988HD
Wi-Fi Action Camera Dual Lens 360° View
User Manual
© 2016 Sakar International, Inc. All rights reserved.
Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
All other trademarks are the property of their respective companies.
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CONTENTS
Introduction .................................................................................................................................. 3
What’s Included ............................................................................................................................ 4
Parts of the Camera ..................................................................................................................... 5
Initial Setup .................................................................................................................................. 6
CHARGING THE BATTERY ............................................................................................................................................................. 6
INSTALLING THE MICRO SD MEMORY CARD ..................................................................................................................................... 7
POWERING ON – OFF / POWER SAVE............................................................................................................................................. 8
USING THE CAMERA................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Main Camera Modes .................................................................................................................... 9
Camera Mounts and Accessories ............................................................................................... 10
WIRELESS REMOTE .................................................................................................................................................................. 10
ASSEMBLING THE BICYCLE MOUNT .............................................................................................................................................. 11
ASSEMBLING THE HELMET MOUNT .............................................................................................................................................. 11
USING THE TRIPOD .................................................................................................................................................................. 12
Camera Technical Specifications ................................................................................................ 13
Using Your Action Camera ......................................................................................................... 14
POWERING ON YOUR CAMERA ................................................................................................................................................... 14
CHANGING CAMERA MODE ....................................................................................................................................................... 14
VIDEO CAPTURE MODE ............................................................................................................................................................ 15
PHOTO CAPTURE MODE ........................................................................................................................................................... 18
CAMERA SETTINGS MENU ......................................................................................................................................................... 20
Playback Mode ........................................................................................................................... 22
Vivitar 360 View - Mobile Device Application .............................................................................. 23
INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................................................................................... 23
MOBILE DEVICE REQUIREMENTS ................................................................................................................................................. 23
INSTALLING MOBILE APPLICATION................................................................................................................................................ 23
CONNECTING YOUR ACTION CAM TO YOUR MOBILE DEVICE ............................................................................................................... 24
USING THE VIVITAR 360 VIEW APPLICATION .................................................................................................................................. 25
Vivitar 360 View – Desktop Application ...................................................................................... 29
Vivitar Experience Image Manager Software ............................................................................. 31
COMPUTER SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................................................................ 31
INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE ........................................................................................................................................................ 32
CONNECTING THE CAMERA TO THE COMPUTER ............................................................................................................................... 32
GETTING VIDEOS FROM THE CAMERA TO THE COMPUTER .................................................................................................................. 33
GETTING STARTED! .................................................................................................................................................................. 34
TRANSFERRING IMAGES MANUALLY FROM THE CAMERA TO THE COMPUTER........................................................................................... 34
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Camera Maintenance ................................................................................................................. 36
MEMORY CARD MAINTENANCE .................................................................................................................................................. 36
DEVICE MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................................................................. 37
Sakar Warranty Card .................................................................................................................. 38
Technical Support ....................................................................................................................... 39
Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................... 39
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Vivitar DVR 988D HD Wi-Fi Action Cam with Dual Lens 360° View.
Everything you need to take high definition digital videos and photos is included with your
camera.
This unique, ultraportable camera design is adapted specifically for this camera and can be used
to capture special moments in many different environments.
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 camera.
NOTE:
Your digital action camera supports a Class 6 – Class 10 Micro SD card with a capacity
expansion up to 32GB.
In order to use your digital action camera normally, please insert the Micro SD Memory card
before use. Please format the Micro SD Memory Card before first use.
Micro SD Memory cards are not included and need to be purchased separately.
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What’s Included
1. Wi-Fi Action Camera
2. USB Cable
3. Remote Control
4. Bicycle Mount
5. Helmet Mount with 3M Sticker
6. Tripod
NOTE:
Class 6 - Class 10 Micro SD Memory Card (up to 32GB) needed for normal use.
Micro SD Memory Card not included.
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Parts of the Camera
1. LCD Display
2. Power / Mode Button
3. Wi-Fi Indicator (red)
4. Power Indicator (red) /
Charging Indicator (blue)
5. Wi-Fi / Menu Button
6. Busy Indicator (red)
7. Shutter / OK Button
8. Lens X2
9. Tripod Socket
10. Interface Cover (USB/TF)
11. Speaker
12. Microphone
13. Hand Strap Connector Hole
14. Reset Hole
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Initial Setup
CHARGING THE BATTERY
The camera includes a built-in lithium battery.
Use the supplied USB cable for camera charging.
Connect the USB cable from the camera to a power source, such as to the USB port of your
computer.
While charging, the indicator light appears blue and remains on.
Once the camera is fully charged, the indicator light turns off.
NOTE:
If using an adapter for charging, check the output power before use to ensure it is within
5V/0.5A ~ 5V/2.0A.
While the device is charging it cannot be used to capture images.
Make sure the camera is powered off when recharging.
The camera must be fully charged in order to use features such as the Wi-Fi connection.
BATTERY INDICATOR:
Battery Indicator Description
The battery level is full.
The battery level is half.
The battery level is low, indicating to prepare for recharging
the built-in lithium battery.
The battery level is empty.
Once the empty battery icon flashes and ‘Low Bat!’ appears
on the LCD. This indicates that the battery level is completely
exhausted and the camera automatically turns. Please fully
recharge the battery.
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INSTALLING THE MICRO SD MEMORY CARD
Make sure to install a High Speed Class 6 – Class 10 Micro SD Memory card.
A Micro SD Card must be inserted into the camera as shown below before use.
Micro SD Memory card not included.
INSTALLING THE MEMORY CARD:
To properly insert the Micro SD Card, follow the instructions below:
1. Power off the camera.
2. Insert the Micro SD Card into the Micro SD Card slot in the direction as shown above.
3. Gently press the Micro SD Card until you hear a slight clicking sound. This indicates the
memory card has been inserted correctly.
4. To remove the card, gently press on the edge of the card to release it and pull the card out.
IMPORTANT:
Please power the camera off before inserting or taking out the memory card.
If the card is inserted or removed while the camera's power is on, it may damage the card
and/or any recorded data. Always confirm that the power is off before inserting the card into
the camera.
Make sure there is room on the Micro SD Memory Card for additional images. If the Micro SD
Memory Card is full, additional images will not be added to the memory card.
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POWERING ON – OFF / POWER SAVE
TO POWER ON THE CAMERA:
Press and hold the Power button for about 2 seconds and release when a beep is heard
and the LCD screen turns on.
TO POWER OFF THE CAMERA:
1. Press and hold the Power button for about 3 seconds and release.
2. The LCD displays “GOODBYE” and turns off.
POWER SAVE:
Your camera also has an auto power off feature that automatically turns off your camera after a
specific period of time that your camera is left idle. The auto power off settings can be set from
the ‘Power Save’ Camera Settings menu.
USING THE CAMERA
Short press the
POWER/MODE button
to select the mode.
Long press the Wi-Fi
button to open Settings.
Short press to activate
Wi-Fi.
Press the Shutter
button to capture your
videos and photos.
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Main Camera Modes
Short press the Power/Mode button to toggle between the camera modes.
Video Capture Mode
Use this mode to capture videos with your digital camera.
To record a video, please check that the camera is in Video Mode. If the video icon is
not displayed on the LCD screen, short press the Power/Mode button until it appears. To
start recording, press the Shutter/OK button. Press the Shutter/OK button again to stop
recording. The video is automatically saved to your camera’s memory card.
Photo Capture Mode
Use this mode to capture pictures with your camera.
To take a photo, please check that the camera is in Photo Mode. If the photo icon is
not displayed on the LCD screen, short press the Power/Mode button until it appears.
Press the Shutter/OK button to capture your photo. The picture is automatically saved to
your camera’s memory card.
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Camera Mounts and Accessories
It is strongly recommended to use the supplied accessories. It helps to create a better product
experience and better shooting/recording effect.
WIRELESS REMOTE
1. Power Button
2. Photo Button
3. Video Button
4. Button Indicator (Red)
5. Strap
6. Buckle
The remote control allows you to power on/off the DV and to take photos or videos from 30M
away without operating on DV directly. Just press the button for the desired function.
Note: Press any button the indicator lamps at both sides will light in red at the same time.
Using the action camcorder by remote control:
1. Press and hold the Power Button until the indicator goes off, and the DV turns on.
2. Press the Video Button after the camcorder powers on. The recording starts automatically. To
stop the recording, press the Video Button again.
The video will be saved to the memory card automatically.
3. To take photos by remote control, just press the Photo Button. The photo will be saved to the
memory card automatically.
4. To turn off the camera, press the Power Button again.
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ASSEMBLING THE BICYCLE MOUNT
ASSEMBLING THE HELMET MOUNT
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USING THE TRIPOD
Screw the tripod nut attached into the tripod socket on the bottom of the camera.
It serves both as a hand-held or fixed device.
Fix to use tripod Hold to use tripod
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Camera Technical Specifications
Image Sensor CMOS Sensor
Video Resolution FHD (1920 x 960) 30fps
Photo Resolution 5MP (3008 x 1504)
File Format AVI (Video), JPG (Photo)
External Memory Class 6 – Class 10 Micro SD Memory card, up to 32GB
LCD Display Screen Size 0.96'' LCD
Lens Fixed Focus, E=1.00mm±5%, F=3.22 ±0.3mm
Exposure Auto
White Balance
(via mobile app) Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent, Incandescent
Microphone Yes
Speaker Yes
Auto Power Off
(Power Save) Off, 1 minute, 3 minutes, 5 minutes
Language English, French, Dutch, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese,
German, Polish, Greek
Interface USB 2.0
System Requirements for
Vivitar Experience
WINDOWS XP (SP3), Vista (SP1), WINDOWS 7 or higher;
MAC OSX v10.5.x or higher
Battery Rechargeable Lithium battery
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Using Your Action Camera
POWERING ON YOUR CAMERA
1. Press and hold the POWER button for about 2 seconds and then release the button to
turn on the camera.
The LCD screen briefly displays the ‘VIVITAR’ screen and opens to the Video Capture Mode.
2. Press and hold the POWER button again for about 3 seconds to turn the power off.
The LCD screen briefly displays ‘Goodbye’ and then powers off.
CHANGING CAMERA MODE
CAMERA MODES
1. Video Capture Mode - Use this mode to capture videos with your camera.
2. Photo Capture Mode - Use this mode to capture photos with your camera.
SWITCHING MODES
After turning on the camera, short press the POWER/MODE button to switch between the
modes.
When in Video Capture Mode - This icon will display on the top-left corner of the LCD
display.
When in Photo Capture Mode, this icon will display on the top-left corner of the LCD
display.
In Video Capture Mode, press the SHUTTER button to start recording and press it again to
stop.
In Photo Capture Mode, press the SHUTTER button to take photo.
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VIDEO CAPTURE MODE
The Video Capture Mode allows you to capture videos with your action cam.
To enter Video Capture Mode, power on your camera and then if needed, short press the
POWER/MODE button until the camera displays the Video icon on the top left of the LCD screen,
indicating that Video Capture Mode is active.
TAKING A VIDEO
1. Selecting the Scene with the LCD Display:
Direct the camera at the scene you would like to capture.
NOTE: The time available for video capture (as per the installed memory card size and
selected resolution) is shown on the LCD screen.
2. Capturing the Video:
START: Press the SHUTTER/OK button to start the video capture.
The camera’s red LED busy light turns on and blinks and the elapsed time appears on the
LCD as the video is being recorded. The current date and date also appear on the LCD
screen.
STOP: Press the SHUTTER/OK button again to stop the video recording.
3. The video is automatically saved to the camera’s Micro SD Memory card.
NOTE:
After recording the video, the updated amount of available time left to capture additional
videos as per your memory card size appears on the LCD screen.
If the memory card is full or the battery level is low, the camera will automatically stop
recording the video
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VIDEO CAPTURE MODE BUTTONS
Button Description
SHUTTER / OK
STARTS/STOPS: Starts and stops the video capture.
ENTERS SUBMENU/SAVES SELECTION: Within the Menu, enters the
selected menu’s submenu list and saves the selected submenu option.
WI-FI / MENU /
DOWN
LONG PRESS - OPENS/EXITS MENU: Opens and exits the menu
options for Camera Settings.
NOTE: Short press the Wi-Fi/Down button to navigate within the menu
options.
SHORT PRESS - CONNECTS/DISCONNECTS WI-FI: Turns on the
camera’s Wi-Fi and disconnects the Wi-Fi.
POWER / MODE
LONG PRESS - POWERS ON/OFF:
Powers the camera on and off.
SHORT PRESS - SELECTS MODE:
Toggles between the Video Capture Mode and Photo Capture Mode.
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VIDEO CAPTURE MODE LCD ICON STATUS DESCRIPTION
The following icons appear on the LCD screen and indicate the camera status.
Item Function Description
1 Mode Selection
Displays the current selected Mode:
Video Capture Mode
2 Video Counter /
Record Indicator
Standby Mode: Video Counter
Displays the amount of time available for video
capture as per selected Movie Size and memory
card size.
Record Mode: Record Indicator
Displays the elapsed time as the video is being
recorded.
NOTE: The camera’s red LED light flashes while
recording is in progress.
3 Time and Date Displays the set time and date.
4 Battery Indicator
Displays the current status of the battery level.
The battery level is full.
The battery level is empty. Indication to
recharge the battery. ‘Low battery’ will flash on the
LCD screen when the battery level is low.
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2
3
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PHOTO CAPTURE MODE
The Photo Capture Mode allows you to capture photos with your digital camera.
To enter Photo Capture Mode, power on your camera and then short press the POWER/MODE
button until the camera displays the Photo icon on the top left of the LCD screen, indicating that
Photo Capture Mode is active.
TAKING A PHOTO
1. Selecting the Scene with the LCD Display:
Direct the camera at the scene you would like to capture.
2. Take a Picture:
Press the SHUTTER/OK button to capture the photo.
The amount of photos that can be captured with the available memory and selected
resolution appears on the LCD screen.
3. The photo is automatically saved to the camera’s Micro SD Memory card.
PHOTO CAPTURE MODE BUTTONS
Button Description
SHUTTER/OK
PHOTO CAPTURE: Press to take the picture.
ENTERS and SAVES SELECTION: Within the Menu, enters and saves
the selected Menu Option.
WI-FI / MENU /
DOWN
LONG PRESS - OPENS/EXITS MENU: Opens and exits the menu
options for Camera Settings.
NOTE: Short press the Wi-Fi/Down button to navigate within the menu
options.
SHORT PRESS - CONNECTS/DISCONNECTS WI-FI: Turns on the
camera’s Wi-Fi and disconnects the Wi-Fi.
POWER / MODE
LONG PRESS - POWERS ON/OFF:
Powers the camera on and off.
SHORT PRESS - SELECTS MODE:
Toggles between the Video Capture Mode and Photo Capture Mode.
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PHOTO CAPTURE MODE LCD ICON STATUS DESCRIPTION
The following icons appear on the LCD screen and indicate the camera status.
Item Function Description
1 Mode Selection
Displays the current selected Mode:
Photo Capture Mode
2 Photo Counter
Displays the amount of photos available for photo
capture as per selected photo resolution and memory
card size.
3 Time and Date Displays the set time and date.
4 Battery Indicator
Displays the current status of the battery level.
The battery level is full.
The battery level is empty. Indication to
recharge the battery. ‘Low battery’ will flash on the
LCD screen when the battery level is low.
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2
3
4
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CAMERA SETTINGS MENU
NAVIGATING THE CAMERA SETTINGS MENU
To access the Camera Settings menu:
1. Long press the Wi-Fi/MENU (Down) button for about 2 seconds to open the menu.
2. Short press the Wi-Fi/MENU (Down) button to scroll down and select a specific menu.
The selected option appears highlighted.
3. Press the SHUTTER/OK button to confirm and save your selection and open the options for
the menu you have selected.
4. To select a specific option, press the Wi-Fi/MENU (Down) button to select the option and
then the SHUTTER/OK button to save the selected option and return to the main menu
screen.
NOTE:
To go back from the submenus or exit the Main Menu, long press the Wi-Fi/MENU button for
about 2 seconds.
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CAMERA SETTINGS OPTIONS
The following menu options appear:
Power Save, Date & Time, Language, Factory Reset, System, Format
Menu Name
and Description Menu Options Menu Options Details
Power Save
You can use the ‘Power Save’ feature in order
to conserve your camera’s battery life. The
designated time represents when your
camera will automatically power off.
When the camera sits idle for the designated
period of time, the camera will shut off
completely and will need to be powered on
again with the power button before the next
use.
Off
1 min. (Default)
3 min.
5min.
OFF - The camera remains
on until you power it off.
1min - The camera powers
off after 1 minute of sitting
idle.
3min - The camera powers
off after 3 minutes of sitting
idle.
5min - The camera powers
off after 5 minutes of sitting
idle.
Date & Time
The ‘Date & Time’ menu allows you to set
your camera’s date and time. This date and
time will appear on the captured images when
the Date Stamp is set to be active from the
Video Capture Mode menu.
MM/DD/YY
HR:MIN.
To set the MM/DD/YY and
Hour: Minutes:
Short press the DOWN
(WI-FI) button to change
each setting and specify
the date/time. The
selected setting goes
down in the numbers each
time you press the button.
Short press the
POWER/MODE button to
toggle and move between
each time and date
setting.
Press the SHUTTER/OK
button to save the setting.
Language
You can select your camera’s language
setting by selecting the desired language
from the Language menu.
English (Default)
French
Dutch
Spanish
Italian
Portuguese
German
Polish
Greek
Selects the camera display
language.
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Factory Reset
The Factory Reset menu allows you to reset
the camera to the factory default settings.
No
Yes
Factory Reset – Allows
you to reset the camera
settings to the default
factory settings. Select
‘YES’ to reset the camera
to the factory settings.
‘Completed’ appears on the
LCD once the reset has
finished.
System
The System menu allows you to view camera
and installed memory card information.
System Info.
Card Info.
System Info - Displays the
camera firmware version.
Card Info - Displays SD
Class number, card size
and current amount of free
space.
Format
You can use the Format menu to delete all of
the content that is currently on your camera’s
memory card.
This option will automatically delete all of the
content at one time. If you would like to delete
individual images, use the Delete menu in the
camera’s Playback Mode.
Keep in mind that formatting the memory card
will permanently delete all of the content on
your camera’s memory card. Please make
sure you have backed up the images that you
want before you proceed with the format of
the memory card.
No
Yes
Formats the Micro SD
Memory Card.
Yes – Automatically deletes
all images on the memory
card.
The memory card will be
completely formatted.
No – Does not delete the
images on your memory
card.
Exits the ‘Format’ submenu
screen without deleting all
images
Playback Mode
Your captured panoramic videos and photos can be viewed using the:
Vivitar 360 View Mobile or desktop application.
Please see the “Vivitar 360 View - Mobile Device Application” section for more information.
Vivitar Experience Image Manager desktop application.
Please see the “Vivitar Experience Image Manager” section for more information.
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Vivitar 360 View - Mobile Device Application
INTRODUCTION
The Vivitar 360 View mobile application allows you to enjoy 360 degree video recording and 360
degree photo capture remotely.
After connecting the DVR 988HD action cam and your smart device, you can:
Live view the camera video stream
Start 360° video recording
Take a 360° picture
View a Thumbnail and download the video or picture to your smart device
Share 360° videos and pictures with your friends.
MOBILE DEVICE REQUIREMENTS
iOS: 8.0 or later; Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
Android: Android phone / tablet with OS 4.4 or above
INSTALLING MOBILE APPLICATION
To install “Vivitar 360 View” application on your mobile device, please follow the steps below:
1. Locate the application in the online store:
Android devices:
Search for “Vivitar 360 App” in the Google Play Store.
2. Apple iOS devices:
Search for “Vivitar 360 View” in the Apple App Store.
3. Follow the instructions to install the “Vivitar 360 View” application on your smartphone or
tablet. When installation is complete, the screen on your smart device will display the “Vivitar
360 View” app icon.
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CONNECTING YOUR ACTION CAM TO YOUR MOBILE DEVICE
SETTING UP THE WI-FI CONNECTION ON YOUR CAMERA:
1. Make sure you have installed a TF card.
2. Power on your camera.
3. Press the Wi-Fi button to enable the Wi-Fi connection.
- ‘Wi-Fi ON’ first appears on the LCD screen, then the following details are displayed on the
screen: ‘DVR998HD_XXXXXX’, ‘Password’ and ‘Disconnect’.
- The initial password is: 1234567890
- The Wi-Fi button’s red LED light blinks indicating it is searching for the Wi-Fi connection.
NOTE: The camera will search for the connection for one minute. After the minute has passed
without the Wi-Fi connection being made between the camera and your mobile device, the
camera’s Wi-Fi automatically turns off. Press the camera’s Wi-Fi button again when needed.
SETTING UP THE WI-FI CONNECTION ON YOUR MOBILE DEVICE:
1. Open ‘Settings’ on your mobile device and select Wi-Fi.
2. Enable Wi-Fi on your smart device and search for the camera’s wireless AP signal -
DVR988HD_XXXXXX.
3. Tap this network name to select your action camera’s Wi-Fi
network connection. You will be prompted for the first time to
join the network and enter a password to the network.
Enter password: 1234567890 then tap ‘Join’ or ‘Connect’.
When connected successfully, a check mark or ‘connected’
appears by the camera’s selected Wi-Fi network on your
smartphone or tablet.
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4. The camera’s red LED Wi-Fi light stops blinking to indicate the successful connection.
The camera’s LCD screen displays the Wi-Fi icon as below:
5. Launch the Vivitar 360 View application:
Tap the Vivitar 360 View application icon on the Home Screen or from the App list of
the smartphone or tablet to open the Vivitar 360 View app. Now you can view your captured
images from your camera and use your mobile device to control the camera settings and
capture your more videos and photos.
USING THE VIVITAR 360 VIEW APPLICATION
1. LAUNCH APP:
After successfully connecting the camera to your mobile device, launch the Vivitar 360 View
app.
2. INITIAL SETUP:
Upon the first launch of the app only, you will be taken through a step by step explanation of
how to Power on your camera, Turn on Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Interface, and Wi-Fi Connecting.
Tap Next to go through the initial setup steps.
Once complete, the ‘Activate the camera’ screen appears.
3. ACTIVATE THE CAMERA:
Tap the camera image on the upper right corner to “Scan
for Camera”.
The app then shows the current scene as displayed via the
camera.
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4. DOWNLOAD:
Enter the camera folder, select the file to be downloaded
and click to download.
5. PLAYBACK:
Select the file on the mobile phone and click to play.
NOTE:
It is recommended to follow the above steps in order to achieve the best HD video or picture
playing effect. Before connection, make sure the SD card is properly inserted into the camera.
After connection, it will not affect 4G communication function of mobile phone or
tablet. Do not use the player of your mobile phone or tablet to play videos or pictures
taken by this camera, otherwise the effect will be like this:
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6. EFFECTS OF PANORMAIC PLAYBACK:
The following effects are available when
played on APP player
- Planet Mode
- Plane Mode
- VR Mode
7. App Controls
Home Screen Controls:
Settings: My Upload, Clear Cache, About
Selection Mode: Tap to select a file or multiple files. A red check mark appears on the
selected file. The following options appear: Deselect/Select All, Delete selected
file(s); Download files(s)
Live Camera Mode: Opens the Live Camera Mode screen.
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Live Camera Mode Screen Controls:
Disconnect Camera
Video Resolution ; Photo Resolution
Camera Battery Status
Photo Counter ; Video Record Time
Flip Image
Flip Image
Video Capture Mode, Tap to toggle to Photo Capture Mode
Tap to begin video recording when in Video Capture Mode
Photo Capture Mode, Tap to toggle to Video Capture Mode
Tap to take a picture
Tap to open Files list screen
Camera Settings: The following options/details are shown -
Photo Resolution
Video Resolution
White Balance
Format
Change Wi-Fi Password
Product Name
SDK Version
Firmware Version
Tap to open capture options:
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Vivitar 360 View – Desktop Application
You may use your PC to have a better playing experience, or edit/share videos. It can be
completed by following the steps as shown below:
1. DOWNLOAD AND INSTALL THE PLAYER:
Open the browser and download and install the “Vivitar 360 View” player and converter via
the following online links:
Windows OS: http://vivitar.com/downloads/dvr988win.zip
MAC OS: http://vivitar.com/downloads/dvr988mac.zip
NOTE:
Click on one of the links above to automatically begin the download. Unzip the downloaded
file and click on the unzipped file. Click ‘Run’ to install the application.
2. DOWNLOAD VIDEO OR PICTURE ONTO PC:
Use the USB cable included with this product to connect the camera to your computer. After
connection, power on the camera. The camera LCD screen shows "MSDC".
Open “My computer” to select “VIDEO” OR “JPG” folder under “Removable disks”. Select file
and download it onto your computer.
3. RUN THE PLAYER:
Click on the SYMAX360 Player app icon to launch the software.
Opens the ‘Converter’ Window:
- Edits and Shares Files
- Edit Video Quality
- Edit Rotation
- Upload File
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Opens the ‘Open File’ Window
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4. SELECT FILE:
Open the video or picture downloaded and stored on PC in the player by either dragging or
dropping the file into the player or by clicking the Open File button and selecting a file.
5. PLAYBACK THE FILE:
When playing the video, move the mouse to the top right corner. It shows different modes
(Plane/Planet/Invert). Click the options to show the different effects. Click and move the
mouse, and you can enjoy the video with full angle 360 degrees.
6. EDIT AND SHARE FILE:
The videos and photos that are recorded by the camera can be edited and shared, as shown in the
picture below. They can be shared to YouTube, Facebook, Youku or other popular social websites.
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Vivitar Experience Image Manager Software
COMPUTER SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
To be able to download videos and photos to your computer using the ‘Vivitar Experience Image
Manager’ Software, you will need the following minimum configuration:
WINDOWS OS
MICROSOFT® Windows XP with Service Pack 3, Windows Vista with Service Pack 1 or
Windows 7
Pentium® 4 processor (or above)
1 GB RAM, 250 MB available hard disk space
16-bit Color monitor, 1024 X 768 recommended screen resolution
CD-ROM Drive
QuickTime® 6 or higher
MICROSOFT ® Internet Explorer 7 or higher
Windows Media Player 10 or higher
DirectX 9 or higher
Internet connection required
MACINTOSH OS
Intel processor running MACINTOSH OS X v10.5.x or later
1 GB RAM, 250 MB available hard disk space
Display: 1024 x 768 or higher-resolution monitor
QuickTime® 6 or higher
CD-ROM Drive
Internet connection required
NOTE: Make sure the latest compatible Adobe® Flash® Player is installed on your computer.
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INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE
Use the Vivitar Experience Image Manager to upload and manage photos and videos to and from
popular social network sites. Create albums, edit photos and use 'Geotagging'.
Download and install the Vivitar Experience Image Manager Software via the following online
links:
WINDOWS OS: http://tinyurl.com/viviwin
MAC OS: http://tinyurl.com/vivimac
1. Enter the appropriate URL (shown above) into a web browser on your computer.
2. The file for installing the software automatically begins to download to your computer. Please
note that the web page appears empty, however the download automatically begins.
3. Locate the downloaded application files on your computer’s ‘Downloads’ folder once the
download is complete:
On WINDOWS OS the file name is: vivitargeneric_win.exe
ON MAC OS in file name is: vivitargeneric_mac.pkg
4. Double click on the downloaded application file to install the Vivitar Experience Image
Manager Software.
5. Follow all instructions
6. Once installation is complete, the Vivitar Experience Image Manager opens automatically.
CONNECTING THE CAMERA TO THE COMPUTER
1. Use the supplied USB cable to connect your camera to your computer.
2. Power the camera ON. ‘MSDC’ appears on the LCD.
3. The first time you connect the device to the computer you may have to wait a few seconds
until the computer recognizes the device.
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GETTING VIDEOS FROM THE CAMERA TO THE COMPUTER
The Micro SD Memory card needs to be inserted. Do not disconnect the cable during transfer.
Doing so will cancel the transfer of any files on their way to your computer.
1. Select the “Get Images” button from the Main menu.
2. The “Get media from device” window opens.
3. You can select to download videos and photos.
4. Select your camera (removable disk) from the device window. If your camera is the only USB
device connected then it will be selected automatically.
5. Select a location on the computer where to place the new files.
6. Add the new files to albums if desired.
7. Select to remove the media files from the selected device (removable disk) after the import.
8. Click the “Get Media” button to transfer the files from your camera to your computer.
9. A media download progress bar appears on the bottom left showing the number of media
files downloading to your computer. A message appears when the download is complete.
10. The files that you selected are now downloaded to your computer to the selected folder ready
for your use.
NOTE: Videos and photos downloaded from your DVR 988HD camera and viewed using the
Vivitar Experience Image Manager appear as 2 separate images. To view the files in the full
panoramic view use the Vivitar 360 View mobile or desktop app.
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GETTING STARTED!
Using the Vivitar Experience Image Manager you can:
Upload and manage videos to and from the most popular photo sharing and social networking
sites - Facebook, Flickr, Picasa, Photobucket, Twitter and YouTube
Seamlessly transfer videos from one social network to another
Organize your images by creating offline and online albums
Edit images using automatic and manual tools
Use automatic “Geotagging” with built in Google Maps
For more details on how to use the Vivitar Experience Image Manager open the Help file or click
the “Take a Tour” button on the application’s Home screen.
TRANSFERRING IMAGES MANUALLY FROM THE CAMERA TO THE
COMPUTER
WINDOWS OS
1. Use the supplied USB cable to connect your camera to your computer’s USB port.
2. Power on the camera.
3. A window appears on your computer with a list of options, select “Open folder to view files”
and click ‘OK’.
4. Open the DCIM folder and the folder inside to view the media files.
5. Select the media and copy the files from this folder into your computer. Optionally, select the
files and choose ‘Copy’ from the Edit menu. Then select a folder and choose ‘Paste’ from the
Edit menu.
6. We recommend that you copy the photos into the Pictures/My Pictures folder and the videos
into the Videos/My Videos folder.
7. Do not disconnect the cable during transfer. Doing so will cancel the transfer of any files on
their way to your computer.
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MACINTOSH OS
1. Use the supplied USB cable to connect your camera to your computer’s USB port.
2. Power on the camera.
3. The camera’s device icon appears on the desktop.
4. Click on the device icon and open the DCIM folder and the folder inside to view the media
files.
5. Select the files and drag them into your computer. Optionally, select the files and choose
‘Copy’ from the Finder’s Edit menu. Then select a folder and choose ‘Paste’ from the Edit
menu.
6. We recommend that you copy the photos into the Pictures folder and the videos into the
Movies folder.
7. Do not disconnect the cable during transfer. Doing so will cancel the transfer of any files on
their way to your computer.
TRANSFERRING PHOTOS AND VIDEOS: APPLE IPAD
NOTE: Please check your device packaging for compatibility with the iPad.
Apple iPad Camera Connection:
1. For models that are compatible with the iPad, photos and videos can be imported from your
digital camera to your iPad by following either one of the options below:
2. Connecting your digital camera to your iPad using an iPad Camera Connector:
3. Plug the Camera Connector into the dock connector port on your iPad, then attach your
digital camera using a USB cable (included) to the Camera Connector.
NOTE: iPad Camera Connector not included. This may be purchased separately.
4. Using an iPad SD Card Reader:
Connect the SD Card Reader to your iPad, then insert your digital camera's Micro SD
Memory card into the slot to import photos and videos directly from your camera's SD card.
NOTE: iPad SD Card Reader not included. This may be purchased separately.
After you make the connection, your iPad automatically opens the Photos application. This allows
you choose which photos and videos to import, then organizes them into albums.
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Camera Maintenance
Please read the information below carefully before using your camera for proper and safe
operation, so as to use the camera to its fullest and maintain its performance.
MEMORY CARD MAINTENANCE
For the first time of using a new memory card, or when there is unrecognized data for the
camera or images with other cameras in the memory card, please make sure to firstly
format the memory card.
Note: Please back up the data if the memory card inside has been previously used. After
that, format the memory card of this video camera.
Please power the camera off before plugging in or taking out the memory card.
Keep the memory card clean and prevent it from contacting liquid. In case of liquid
contacted, clean and dry it with a piece of soft cloth.
In case of idle use, please keep the memory card in a guard staple.
Please note that the memory card will get hot after long-term use. This is normal.
It is recommended to back up the important data from your memory card to other media
such as soft disk, hard disk or CD.
To ensure image quality, minimum Class 6 High-Speed card is needed.
The following situations may cause loss or damage of the data on your memory card:
1. Improper use of the memory card.
2. The memory card has been bent, dropped or collided.
3. The memory card has been placed under high temperature or moist environment or
expose to sunshine directly.
4. Electrostatic or electromagnetic field exists around the memory card.
5. The memory card has been taken out or the power supply interrupted while the camera
or computer is connected to the memory card (i.e. during reading, writing and formatting).
6. Taking out the memory card while powering off, while recording, deleting (formatting) or
reading.
7. Do not touch the metal contact surface of the memory card with fingers or metal materials.
8. The service life of the memory card has expired (please replace the memory card
regularly).
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DEVICE MAINTENANCE
The digital camera is a delicate device:
1. Please handle your camera with care to avoid damaging it.
2. Do not expose your camera to heat sources.
3. Do not use you camera in wet or moist condition.
4. The product is equipped with a built-in battery. Do not put it directly into fire, or it may cause
explosion or other dangers.
5. The product may radiate heat due to long-time use or exposure to direct sunlight. This is
normal.
6. If the camera stops working or fails to respond to any operation during use, use a needle to
press and hold Reset button for about 3 seconds to restart the product.
7. Do not use the camera under any environment with temperature lower than 0° or higher than
40°C or else it may not turn on normally.
8. Do not use the camera in humid places, for the humidity may damage important parts of the
camera.
9. Do not put the camera directly into water.
10. Do not use the camera during charging, for it may cause system halt or other failure due to
improper heat radiation.
11. Do not touch the lens with hard articles to avoid any damage.
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Sakar Warranty Card
This warranty covers for the original consumer purchaser only and is not transferable. Products
that fail to function properly UNDER NORMAL USAGE, due to defects in material or
workmanship will be repaired at no charge for parts or labor for a period of one year from the time
of purchase.
What Is Not Covered By Warranty:
Damages or malfunctions not resulting from defects in material or workmanship and damages or
malfunctions from other than normal use, including but limited to, repair by unauthorized parties,
tampering, modification or accident.
What to Do When Service Is Required:
When returning your defective product (postage pre-paid) for service, your package should
include:
1. Copy of original bill of sale.
2. A detailed written description of the problem.
3. Your return address and telephone number (Daytime).
MAIL TO ADDRESS BELOW:
Sakar US
Sakar International
Attention: Service Department
195 Carter Drive
Edison, NJ
08817
Sakar UK/Europe
Attention: Service Department
2D, Siskin Parkway East
4020 Middlemarch Business Park
Coventry, CV3 4SU
Sakar Australia
Return faulty camera to
the Refund Counter at
the store where
purchased
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Technical Support
For technical support issues please visit our website at www.vivitar.com. You can find manuals,
software and FAQ’s at the website. Can’t find what you are looking for? E-mail us at
[email protected] and one of our technical support team members will answer your
questions. For phone support in the US please call 1-800-592-9541, in the UK call 0800 917 4831,
in Australia call 1800-006-614. If you would like to call from anywhere else, please visit
www.vivitar.com for your local toll free number.
Troubleshooting
Q: I have taken photos and selected the “Get Images” button. I get a message that the images
were successfully transferred but the photos do not appear on my computer. What do I do?
First ensure that you have in fact taken photos. Press the Shutter button to take some sample
photos or videos and then try downloading them again.
If the photos are saved to the SD memory card then all the photos should appear.
Q: How do I make sure I don't lose important pictures?
This camera requires a Micro SD card for normal use. If the camera powers off nothing will
happen to the images stored on the memory card. We recommend always downloading your
photos and videos to your computer as soon as possible to prevent unintentional data loss.
Q: I deleted images using the Vivitar Experience Image Manager. The images were also deleted
from my computer. How do I recover images that I accidently deleted?
All images deleted using the Vivitar Experience Image Manager are sent to your computer’s
Recycle or Trash Bin and can be retrieved from there.
NOTE:
Specifications and designs are based on the latest information and subject to change without notice. User interface
may vary between iOS and Android. Please refer to the online Instruction Manual for the most current information.
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