Manual for DVR 518

Name: Manual for DVR 518
Brand: Vivitar
Availability: InStock

Brand: Vivitar

Category: Digital Camera

Document Type: Manual

Language: EN

Uploaded: Aug. 10, 2025, 12:53 a.m.

Warranty Information

The warranty covers defects in material or workmanship for one year from the purchase date.

To turn on the camcorder, flip open the LCD screen. Use the Power button to turn it on or off. The camcorder features Video, Audio, Camera, Playback, and Set Up modes. To change modes, press the DV/DSC button. For video capture, select Video mode. Press the Shutter button to start and stop recording. Use the Right button to pause and resume recording. Recorded videos are saved in AVI format. For photos, select Camera mode and press the Shutter button to take pictures. Images are saved as JPEG. The camcorder can also function as a PC Camera for web conferencing. Connect to a computer via USB to transfer files. Ensure the camcorder is in Mass Storage Mode for file transfer; if in PC Camera mode, press the DV/DSC button to switch. Use the Vivitar Experience Image Manager software for uploading and managing photos and videos.

Troubleshooting and error codes

Power does not turn on.	1. The Battery is inserted in the wrong direction. ★Reload battery in the correct direction. 2. The Battery has insufficient power to power on. ★Replace or recharge the battery.
The camcorder does not take pictures.	1. The Memory is full. ★Insert a new memory card. 2. The Memory card is not formatted correctly. ★Format the memory card again or use a new card.
Image is blurry or out of focus.	1. The video camcorder was moving when the image was captured. ★Hold the video camcorder steady when shooting picture.
Image is not displayed on the LCD monitor.	1. A memory card with non-PICT images (recorded with other camera) is loaded. ★This video camcorder cannot display non-PICT images.
Recorded images are not saved in memory.	1. The video camcorder was turned off before the images are saved in memory. ★If the battery low indicator appears on the LCD monitor, replace the battery immediately.