RAC 02 dash cam user manual
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1. WMR CarCam with GPS OK P RACO2 GPS Mion Recferop pW User Manual Introduction Thank you for choosing the RACO2 GPS Digital CarCam Please read these instructions carefully before use Unpacking Unpack the contents of the box and ensure the following components are present RAC02 GPS Digital CarCam Mounting Bracket GPS Module Cigar Lighter Power Adaptor USB Cable 4Gb TF Memory Card Micro SD Identification of Controls 1 1 GPS interface 8 Menu 15 Speaker hole 2 HDMI interface 9 OK Play amp MIC On Off 16 Camera LENS 3 Reset 10 REC Stop amp UP 17 REC indicator light 4 Charging indicator light 11 Photo amp DOWN 18 Holder 5 MIC indicator light 12 POWER File Lock 19 TF microSD card 6 USB interface 13 Speaker hole 7 TF microSD card slot 14 Microphone Preparing for Use IMPORTANT To get the best quality recordings when using this CarCam always ensure your windscreen is clean from dirt smudges and fingerprints on both the inside and outside of the windscreen Such dirt and smudges can and will affect the quality of the video recorded 1 Insert the Memory Card into TF socket on the side of the CarCam The exposed contacts of the Memory Card should be placed into the slot facing the LENS of the CarCam see Identification of Controls 2 Place the CarCam onto the Mounting Bracket and slide sideways to lock into place 3 Connect the 3 5mm plug from the GPS Module2. GPS is operated and controlled by third parties who are responsible for its availability and accuracy Any changes in GPS availability and accuracy or in environmental conditions may impact the operation of your RAC CarCam ProofCam cannot accept any liability for the availability and accuracy of GPS It is your responsibility to make sure that you use your RAC CarCam ina safe and responsible manner Do not access functions or change settings whilst you are driving and the location and positioning of your RAC CarCam should not interfere with the driver s field of vision Please make sure that you drive in an appropriate way and in compliance with all laws and regulations The RAC CarCam is not a driving aid and is designed solely to provide a video record of your journey ProofCam accept no responsibility whatsoever for any failure of the equipment to work correctly Battery This product uses a Lithium lon battery Do not use it in a humid wet and or corrosive environment Do not put store or leave your product in or near a heat source ina high temperature location in strong direct sunlight in a microwave oven or in a pressurized container and do not expose it to temperatures over 60 C 140 F Failure to follow these guidelines may cause the Lithium lon battery to leak acid become hot explode or ignite and cause injury and or damage Do not pierce open or disassemble the battery If the battery leaks and you come into contact w
3. into the socket marked GPS on the underside of the camera Place the GPS module next to the windscreen just above the dashboard for optimum reception Once you have determined the most suitable location remove the white protective film from the gel pad and place the pad directly to the windscreen This gel pad is both removable and reusable Please keep the white protective film to maintain the adhesiveness of the gel pad when not in use If for any reason the gel sheet pad loses its adhesiveness wipe clean with a damp lint free cloth and allow to dry naturally before replacing the white protective film Do not immerse the GPS Module in water 4 Insert the Cigar Lighter Power Adaptor cable into the USB Socket on the side of the CarCam 5 Place the Mounting Bracket suction pad on the inside of the windscreen and lock into place by lifting up the lever 6 Remove the protective film from the front of the lens and the LCD screen Important Ensure the Mounting Bracket is located in such a way as to not block your field of view while driving or affect your ability to operate or control the car safely while driving Never mount the CarCam in a position that could interfere with the operation of any Air Bags in the event of a collision Switching On and Recording The CarCam is designed in such a way that it will automatically switch on and start recording the moment it detects a connection to the car electrical system via the cigar lighter s
4. when a button is pressed Default to on Language This option allows you to change the CarCam menu language Default is English Collision Sensor If the CarCam detects a collision it will lock the video file that is being recorded to prevent overwriting at a later date if the memory card is full The sensitivity of the Collision Sensor can be adjusted to Low Medium or High or switched off completely Default setting is Medium Format This option allows you to completely erase the memory card Note that all files will be erased including locked files Factory Reset This option allows you to restore the CarCam to its original factory settings Version This can be used to check which version of firmware is installed on the CarCam Playing Back Recorded Videos Video recorded on the storage card can be reviewed In several ways 1 The card can be removed from the CarCam and using a card reader be reviewed ona PC or other device using a default media player 2 The CarCam can be connected to a PC or other device using the supplied USB cable When using this method the CarCam will prompt you with a choice of Mass Storage or PC Camera on the LCD display Select Mass Storage and press the OK button so that the CarCam can be read as a Removable Disk Play the files using the default media player The CarCam can also be used as a webcam if the PC Camera option is selected 3 The recorded video files can b
5. If the CarCam is switched on without a connection to an external power source i e using the internal rechargeable battery only it will switch on but will NOT start recording automatically Setting the Time amp Date The CarCam has a Time amp Date function which can be embedded onto all video footage recorded for easy reference To ensure the Time amp Date Is correct adjust as follows 1 Switch on the CarCam by pressing and holding the button for a few seconds 2 If the Car Cam is recording press the Rec Stop button to stop the recording 3 Press the Menu button twice to enter the Setup Menu 4 Press the W button to select Date Time then press OK 5 Use the OK button to scroll through the Year Month Date Hour Minute amp Second options and the use the W and buttons to adjust each option 6 When the Time and Date is set correctly press the Menu button to exit the menu GPS Function The RACO2 GPS CarCam is equipped with a GPS module that allows you to record your exact co ordinates and speed and embed this information onto the recorded video The location information is displayed as Longitude and Latitude in Decimal Degrees using the World Geodetic System 84 WGS 84 datum Please note e The CarCam may need up to two minutes to initially lock onto the GPS signal e The GPS signal may be lost when driving through tunnels or covered spaces e When the GPS cable is connected the satellite icon is displayed
6. Once the GPS signal is locked the satellite icon with 3 bars is displayed e GPS position and speed data is not displayed on the CarCam LCD display but embedded in the video for reference during playback Charging the CarCam The CarCam has a built in Lithium lon battery that can be charged while in use in the car or outside the car using the supplied USB cable The battery will take approximately 1 hour to charge 1 The CarCam will charge when connected to the cigar lighter socket using the supplied cable 2 Outside of the car the CarCam can be charged by connecting to a standard USB charger using the supplied cable The Red Power indicator LED will illuminate when the CarCam is being charged This LED will switch off when the charging is complete Additionally when switched on and connected to an external power source such as a USB charger or the electrical system of a car via the cigar lighter adaptor the battery level indicator will change to a charging Indicator On Screen Display CarCam Mode Time and Date 1 01 05 00 3 1080FHD 4 Available space Recording resolution Battery indicator Recording Clip length MIC Mute Charging indicator 2 2014 07 03 11 58 21 5 Oo ON Oo OF UON gt b 00 00 16 7 1080FHD 2014 07 03 11 58 48 inn 01 04 08 1080FHD 2014 07 03 12 00 34 9 Using the CarCam Menu System There are two menus in the CarCam To enter the Video menu press the M
7. e played back directly on the CarCam To do this you must first enter the PlayBack mode by pressing and holding the OK button Once in the PlayBack mode you can select the video clip by pressing the s and W buttons and press OK to begin playback During playback the s and W can be used to fast forward or rewind the clip being played Press the OK to pause the video and use the 4 and W to skip to the next or previous clip 1 1 PlayBack Mode 100 0008 2 2 File number 1080FHD 3 Time and Date While in PlayBack mode you can press the Menu button to either delete or protect the selected clip Taking Photos with the CarCam The CarCam can be used as a Digital Camera to take still photos Enter the Photo mode by pressing the photo button Once in Photo mode you can take still photos by simply pressing the photo button These still photos will be recorded on the memory card along with any video files To exit Photo mode simply press the Stop button Reset Button Press the reset button to reset the unit in the event of any problems Specifications Sensor 3 MP 1 3 CMOS Lens 2 8 170 field of view Resolution 1080 FHD a 30fps or 720p a 60fps LCD 2 7 TFT Video Format mov TF Card Support gt class 4 Compression Code H 264 Battery 3 7v 250mAh Li ion Dimensions 82 x 50 x 37mm Weight 60g The Global Positioning System GPS is a satellite based system that provides location and timing information around the globe
8. enu button once To enter the Setup menu press the Menu button twice Use the s and W buttons to highlight each menu option and the OK button to select Press the Menu button at any time exit the Menu Video Menu Options gt gt gt A p Resolution File Duration w Date Stamp Resolution This option allows you to set the recording resolution Higher resolutions give the best picture quality but also create the largest file size Default setting is 1080 FHD 1920 x 1080 File Duration This option sets the video clip length When recording continuous video the CarCam saves the data in small manageable files These video files can be 1 3 or 5 minutes in length Once the memory card is full the CarCam will automatically overwrite the oldest file so the latest video is always recorded Default setting is 3 minutes Date Stamp This option allows you to embed the time and date on the recorded video Default setting is on Setup Menu Options gt gt gt P a Date Time Auto Power Off Ja Beep Sound Language Date Time This option allows you to set the correct date and time Auto Power Off This option allows you to set the auto power off time Auto power off is disabled when the CarCam is recording When not recording however the device can be set to auto power off if no buttons are pressed for either 3 5 or 10 minutes Default setting is off Beep Sound This option switches on or off the beep sound
9. ith the leaked fluids rinse thoroughly with water and seek medical attention immediately For safety reasons and to prolong the lifetime of the battery charging will not occur at low below 0 C 32 F or high over 45 C 110 F temperatures THE LITHIUM ION BATTERY CONTAINED IN THE PRODUCT MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF PROPERLY USE RAC CARCAM ONLY WITH THE SUPPLIED DC POWER LEAD AND AC ADAPTER FOR BATTERY CHARGING To recycle your RAC CarCam unit please see your local approved RAC CarCam service centre This product fully satisfies the requirements for CE marking when used in a residential commercial or light industrial environment CE This equipment complies with the essential requirements of EU Directive 99 5 EC Do not use this product on board aircraft or in hospitals without first obtaining permission Warranty This RAC CarCam is warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship from one year from the date of purchase Within this period ProofCam will repair or replace any part or parts that fail provided that such failure is not deemed to be as a result of misuse or damage caused The warranty does not apply to cosmetic damage nor to consumables such as batteries or storage cards At our option we will either repair or replace any cameras that are deemed to be eligible under the terms of this warranty Any damage or fault caused by accident misuse unauthorised repair or interference or similar is not cove
10. ocket It is important to note however that while some cars provide power to the cigar lighter socket even when the car ignition is off other cars require the ignition to be ON before providing power to the cigar lighter socket 1 Insert the free end of the Cigar Lighter Power Adaptor into the cigar lighter socket Note if your car provides power to the cigar lighter socket even when the car ignition is off the CarCam will switch on and start recording immediately 2 Switch on the car ignition The CarCam will automatically switch on and start recording 3 If necessary loosen the mounting bracket collar and adjust the CarCam to obtain the optimum viewing angle Tighten the collar to fix the CarCam securely 4 The CarCam will continue to record for 10 seconds after the ignition is switched off or when the adaptor Is removed from the cigar lighter socket 5 To STOP recording at any time press the Rec Stop button 6 To switch OFF the CarCam press and hold the U for a few seconds 7 To switch ON the CarCam for example when outside of the car press and hold the l for a few seconds Note The internal battery must be charged for the CarCam to operate without an external power source such as a cigar lighter socket or USB charger Please refer to SECTION Charging the CarCam for details Note If the CarCam is switched on while connected to an external power source it will automatically start recording after switch on
11. red under this warranty If you have a camera that requires service under the warranty then in the first instance you should return it to the retailer from whom it was purchased ProofCam Limited BCTV 7LQ ProofCam com RAC02 GPS IB UK 20140729
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