Brand: Vivitar
Category: Digital Camera
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Available Languages: EN , ES
Manual for DVR 508
Uploaded: Aug. 10, 2025, 12:53 a.m.
Warranty Information
This warranty covers original consumer purchasers for one year against defects in material or workmanship.
Getting Started with your DVR 508
Powering On/Off: Flip open the LCD screen to power on. Press the Power button to turn off.
Capturing Videos: Select Video mode using the MODE button. Aim the camcorder and press the Shutter button to start and stop recording. Use T/W buttons for zoom. Press Up to pause/resume.
Taking Photos: Select Photo mode using the MODE button. Aim and press the Shutter button to take a picture. Use T/W buttons for zoom.
Transferring Files: Connect the camcorder to your computer using the USB cable. Use the Vivitar Experience Image Manager software or manually transfer files via the DCIM folder.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| Issue | Possible Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Power does not turn on. | 1. Battery inserted in the wrong direction. | ★Reload battery in the correct direction. |
| 2. Battery has insufficient power. | ★Replace or recharge the battery. | |
| The camcorder does not take pictures. | 1. Memory is full. | ★Insert a new memory card. |
| 2. Memory card is not formatted correctly. | ★Format the memory card again or use a new card. | |
| Image is blurry or out of focus. | 1. Camcorder was moving when image was captured. | ★Hold the video camcorder steady when shooting picture. |