THE HIGHLIGHTS:
- Vehicle Windscreen mounted camera for recording video and sound while driving – Full HD 1080 Resolution.
Still Photo camera using the rechargeable battery Up to 12MegaPixel.
- Motion detection.
- G-Sensor automatically locks video in the event of a collision.
- Parking Mode.
- Video, Sound and Photographs can be transferred to a computer for later use.
- Lock mode to protect recordings in the event of an accident or incident.
SPECIFICATIONS
- LCD Screen size: 76mm / 3 inches
- Maximum Video resolution: FHD 1080p (1920 x 1080) - Video Format: AVI
- Still Photo Format: JPG
- Maximum Still Image resolution: 12MP (4032 x 3024) - Micro SD Card: Class 6 or higher 4MB ~ 32MB - Power requirement: 5V DC 1A
DESCRIPTION OF PARTS:
1. Micro SD Card slot 2. Menu UP button
3. MENU / MODE button; Tap button – Enters MENU mode / Hold button – Changes Video/Still/Playback mode
4. Menu DOWN button 5. Microphone
6. RESET – Resets the Dash Cam to default 7. POWER button
8. Mini HDMI Output 9. 140º Wide Angle Lens
10. OK button – Accepts a selection 11. Micro USB Port
INCLUDED WITH YOUR VOLKANO DASH CAM
- Dash Cam - User Manual
- Windscreen Mounting Bracket - Mini USB Cable
- Vehicle Power Adaptor
MICRO SD MEMORY CARD
Your Dash Cam requires a Micro SD Memory Card to be inserted to record video or still photos. We recommend the use of a high speed (Class 6 or higher) Memory Card for best results. Your Volkano Dash Cam will operate with memory cards up to 32GB in size. To insert the memory card, ensure the Dash Cam is turned off then gently insert it into the Micro SD Card Slot with the arrow pointing toward the slot and push it until it clicks into place. To remove it, gently press on the back of the card until it clicks and then release. The spring mechanism will eject the card.
FITTING YOUR VOLKANO DASH CAM
Attach the windscreen mount to the top of the Dash Cam by sliding it into place and then tightening the locking nut. Do not over-tighten the nut or angle adjusting mechanism.
To attach the suction cup to the windscreen, flip the lever so the suction cup is flat, place it in the desired position on the windscreen and flip the lever up 90 degrees. To remove it, flip the lever down 90 degrees and gently ease the suction cup off the windscreen. PLEASE NOTE: DO NOT place your Dash Cam in any area of the windscreen where the Dash Cam or Power Cable will obstruct your view of the road while driving.
OPERATING YOUR DASH CAM: 1. Charging:
A. Using the built-in rechargeable lithium battery:
Charging options:
1. Connect it to the vehicle 12V outlet using the supplied charger.
2. Connect it to a 5V USB charger or a computer or power bank.
- To indicate the unit is charging, the indicator light on the top right of the Dash Cam will change from blue to red. When fully charged, it will change back to blue.
- When charging the Dash Cam, a power display icon on the bottom right of the screen will flash, indicating the Dash Cam is charging.
B. Connecting the Dash Cam to the vehicle charger:
When the Dash Cam is plugged into the vehicle 12V outlet, the Dash Cam automatically turns on when the vehicle ignition is turned on. The Dash Cam will continue recording while charging.
2. Functions
This Dash Cam has three Modes: - Video Recording
- Still Photo - Playback
To switch between modes, simply press and hold the MODE button for 3 seconds.
A. Video Recording Mode:
After turning on, the Dash Cam enters Video Mode automatically. It will automatically begin to record. To stop recording you tap the OK button, or turn off the Dash Cam by pressing the POWER button for 3 seconds.
B. Still Photo Mode:
After the Dash Cam is switched on, press and hold the MODE button once to switch into Photo Mode. To take a photo, simply press the OK button. The photo will be stored on the memory card.
C. Playback Mode:
D. Delete / Protect Function:
When in Playback mode press the MENU button to open the menu. Select the file you wish to delete or lock using the menu UP and menu DOWN buttons. Press the MENU button and follow the instructions and confirmation to delete or protect the file. Please take care when deleting a file as it cannot be restored.
3. Using the MENU to Change Settings:
After the Dash Cam is switched on, ensure nothing is recording, select either Video / Still Photo or Playback mode using the MODE button and then briefly press the MENU button to enter the MENU settings interface. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to scroll through this interface. To choose the highlighted option, press the OK button. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to highlight your desired setting and press the OK button to set your choice. Press the MENU to go back to a previous screen.
VIDEO SETTINGS MENU:
There are 2 Main menus which you can access by pressing the MENU button either once or twice.
Menu 1.
1. Video Resolution: This option selects the resolution
Options are: 1080FHD (1920 x 1080) / 1080p (1440 x 1080) / 720p (1280 x 720 HD) / WVGA (848 x 480) / VGA (640 x 480).
2. Loop Recording: This selects the length of time of
each video clip. Use the setting most convenient for Playback and storage purposes. There will be no gap between video clips. When the Memory Card is full, the Dash Cam will begin overwriting video clips starting with the oldest one. When set to Off, the Dash Cam will record until the Memory Card is full and then erase the entire card and start recording a new segment. Options are: Off / 1 min / 2 min / 3 min / 5 min.
3. Exposure: This setting allows you make the recorded
image brighter or darker. Change this setting if your image is too dark to view detail or too light that it looks faded. Options range between +2.0 and -2.0.
4. Motion Detection: You can set the Dash Cam to
either start recording as soon as it is switched on or, if the Dash Cam detects sufficient movement of your vehicle, video recording will begin. Options are: On / Off.
5. Record Audio: This is to activate sound recording
while video is being recorded. Options are: On / Off.
6. Date Stamp: This option will permanently record the
time and date on the video recording. Options are: Off / On.
7. G-Sensor: You can set the Dash Cam to automatically
The higher the setting, the more force is required to activate this feature. Options are: Off / 2G /4G / 8G.
8. LDW: These are additional settings for selection of
fine-tuning your Dash Cam. Options are: On / Off ; when Off, the Dash Cam will automatically select the default settings.
a. Car Type: This setting changes sensitivity of the
Dash Cam according to the type of vehicle it is fitted in. Options are: Sedan Car / Commercial Vehicle / Truck.
b. Sensitivity: This adjusts the Motion Detection
sensitivity. Options are: Low / High / Unlimited. c. Start Speed: This sets the minimum vehicle speed
required to activate Motion Sensing. Options are: Hi-speed / Low-speed / Very Low-speed.
Menu 2.
1. Park Mode: This mode will allow the camera to
continue recording for several seconds after the vehicle is parked and the ignition is switched off. Options are: On / Off
2. Date/Time: Use this menu to adjust the date and
time displayed on your Dash Cam. Should you select the Date Stamp option elsewhere in the menu, this is the date and time which will be permanently recorded on your video or photo. Use the UP and DOWN plus OK buttons to set the date and time and the MENU button when complete.
3. Auto Power Off: This will select a time period after
Options are: Off / 1 minute / 3 minutes.
4. Screen Saver: This will select a time period after
which the LCD display will switch off to conserve power. Your recording will continue even when the screen is off. Options are: Off / 3 minutes / 5 minutes / 10 minutes. When the screen goes into power-save mode, a brief tap on the OK Button will show the screen display again.
5. Beep Sound: This activates the beep sound in menus.
Options are: On / Off.
6. Language: This changes the menu interface
language. There are numerous options.
7. TV Mode: This changes the video output of the Mini
HDMI port to different international standards. Should your video display in black and white on your TV, please change this option.
Options are: PAL / NTSC.
8. Frequency: This changes the rate of recorded video
frequency. If the playback of recorded video shows dark lines moving down the screen, please change this setting. Options are: 50Hz / 60Hz.
9. Flash: This activates the built-in flash for night-time
photos. Options are: On / Off
10. Format: This will completely erase your Memory
card. Options are: Cancel / OK. PLEASE NOTE: Take care with this function as deleted recordings cannot be recovered.
11. Default Setting: If you wish to reset all menu settings
STILL PHOTO MENU:
When in Still Photo mode, you can press the MENU button briefly to access the Still Photo Menu.
1. Resolution: This selects the size and resolution of
the Still Photo the Dash Cam will take. A higher resolution will give a clearer image, but uses more Memory Card space. Options are: 12M (4032x3024) / 10M (3648x2736) / 8M (3264x2448) / 5M (2592x 1944) / 3M (2048x1536) / 2M (1920x1080) / 1.3M (1280 X960) / VGA (640X480).
2. Sequence: This will take a sequence of 5 photographs
instead of just 1. Options are: On / Off.
3. Quality: This adjusts for how fine (grainy in lower
light) the photo resolution will be: Options are: Fine / Normal / Economy.
4. Sharpness: This adjust how sharp edges of objects in
a photograph are. Options are: Strong / Normal / Soft.
5. White Balance: This adjusts the colour temperature
to ensure warmer or cooler images under differing lighting conditions. Options are: Auto / Daylight / Cloudy / Tungsten / Fluorescent.
6. ISO: This adjusts the light sensitivity of your photo.
A higher ISO increases sensitivity in lower light conditions. Options are: Auto / 100 / 200.
7. Exposure: This setting allows you make the
8. Anti-Shake: This compensates for movement of the
camera when taking a photo, but will reduce resolution slightly. Options are: Off / On
9. Quick Review: This will display the photo on the LCD
screen for a few seconds immediately after the photo is taken. Options are: Off / 2 Seconds / 5 Seconds.
10. Date Stamp: This will embed the Date or the Date
and Time on your photo. Options are: Off / Date only / Date and Time.
PLAYBACK MENU:
When in Playback mode, you can press the MENU button to access the Playback Settings Menu.
1. Delete: This allows you to delete any recorded files.
Please take care when deleting files as once deleted, they cannot be recovered. You may choose to delete either the displayed file or all files on the Memory Card. Options are: Delete Current / Delete All.
2. Protect: This will Lock any recorded segment so in the
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
- The POWER button doubles as the day / night mode button. A short press of the POWER button changes the camera from day to night mode and activates the Dash Cam Nightlight LEDs.
- The Menu UP button doubles as the Audio MUTE function. Alternately pressing this when in Video recording Mode will activate or deactivate sound recording. The image of the microphone on the LCD display will have a red line through it if MUTE function is active.
- Should your Dash Cam freeze or stop operating for any reason, please press the Reset switch by inserting the end of a paper clip into the reset hole until you feel it click. Your Dash Cam will then reset and resume normal operation.
- You can connect the Dash Cam directly to a HD Television for playback using an optional Mini HDMI to HDMI connecting cable.
- For best results when playing back video on a computer, we recommend the use of a HD (high definition) Video player such as VLC which can be downloaded from www.videolan.org.
- We recommend that you not leave your Dash Cam attached to your windscreen if you are leaving your vehicle unattended, especially on a hot day if your vehicle is exposed to direct sunlight.
- Micro SD cards have a limited lifespan and if your Dash Cam fails to record or is recording intermittently, first try formatting the Memory Card or if not successful, you may need to replace the Memory Card.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
- The product may only be used with the parts provided by the manufacturer.
- Never use your appliance near water or in areas where it can come into contact with water. Never handle the appliance if it was dropped into water or any other liquid. If the appliance comes into contact with water while switched off, but still plugged in, it will cause a safety hazard.
- Always make sure your hands are dry before touching the plug or power connections.
- Do not operate the product with a damaged cord or plug, or after it malfunctions, has been dropped, or damaged in any manner.
Extreme caution must be exercised.
- Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. Packaging must never be left within reach of children, since it is potentially dangerous.
- Store in the original box in a cool, dry place out of the reach of children.
ADDITIONAL WARNINGS:
1. Take care to avoid liquid and objects from entering the appliance through openings.
2. Never use your appliance while in the bath, shower or in areas where it can come into contact with water.
CARE AND CLEANING:
- Turn the Device off when not in use or before cleaning.
- The Casing may be cleaned by wiping with a soft, damp cloth moistened with water only. Do not use harsh abrasives or cleaners. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.
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