DOD LS360W Manual
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1. DOD Wwww dod tec com 1080P ZP SIGOW 3 lsscow USER MANUAL MANUEL DE L UTILISATEUR Copyright 2014 DOD Tech All Rights Reserved Table of Contents uuu es die 3 Package Contents a ni 4 Camera Ereni E E aqapyskussaqazssass 5 N E 7 allo FOUN 10 Basic Camera Operation der ce nee 12 Camera hoc 13 Video Recording MO 13 PO I 14 Play pack esos antes 15 hasa 16 Video Recording Settings 16 POLO SEEEN Strada 19 Video Playback Se 20 Transferring 21 OUR ee eer eee 21 DOD Py 22 A eee 23 Do not disassemble repair or modify your camera or power related accessories For warranty service please contact your local DOD Tech support service e Avoid exposing your camera to extended periods of humidity and or heat Prolonged exposure may reduce the camera s lifespan Do not spray water or cleaning agents directly onto the camera Fluids may cause fire electric shocks or malfunctions e Do not adjust the camera while driving e Avoid installing the camera where it may obstruct the driver s view or airbags deployment2. Exposure Sets the brightness darkness of the video Bright Video Set between 1 to 3 Dark Video 1 to 3 Recommended Setting 0 GPS Speed Warning Shows a visual warning on the Heads Up Display when the set speed has been exceeded only available when connect with GPS signal GPS Track Turns on off GPS tracking If disabled your camera will no longer measure your speed and position nor synchronize the time date with the atomic clock only available when connect with GPS signal Password Settings Set a password lock which will prevent files from being deleted or the settings changed on the device Note This does not prevent other users from extracting the memory card or changing the files Plate Stamp Imprints a customized set of 6 digits to the recorded video Useful to add license plates or identifying features Record Audio Turns on and off the microphone This can also be changed during recording by pressing the microphone button MJ Resolution Change the video resolution Lower resolution for Smaller file sizes but this reduces video quality Recommended setting 1080P FHD 16 G Sensor The G Sensor measures shock forces The settings from low to high determine the amount of force needed to lock the file from being overwritten Recommended Setting Low Image Rotation Rotates the recorded image 180 Used if the camera is mounted on the dashboard
3. Not Installed Press the menu button zl twice while your camera is not recording This will access the second settings page Scroll down using the arrow keys and select Date Time Move between values using the record select button e lt 1 Use the arrow keys to adjust the values 04 01 w 99 YY MM DD GPS Installed Your LS360W will automatically sync the time and date to the atomic clock once the time zone is correctly set Press the Menu button Inside scroll down and select World Time Zone Find and select your respective time zone Press the record select button e 1 Note The time zone must be manually adjusted for daylight savings Driver Fatigue L GPS Track MT 08 00 GMT 09 00 World Time Zone eae Installing Your Camera 1 Clean Windshield Wipe down both the interior and exterior glass for the best image quality and to keep the mount secured to the windshield 10 DoD Installing Your Camera 2 Attach suction or tape mount to your camera Both mounts are secure The suction mount is reusable The tape mount is smaller and reduces vibrations butis harder to remove 3 Install the Mount Find a location which does not obstruct your view when driving DOD Tech recommends placing the camera behind t
4. Only use the power adapter supplied with your unit Other power adapters may create a safety hazard or damage the unit e Do not use a damaged power adapter or power cord If damaged disconnect the power adapter and contact DOD Tech Support for assistance DoD User manual DOD Player Installation CD Power Adapter Suction Mount Adhesive Tape Mount 1080P 5 Ro Record Select Button e lt Video Mode Start Stop Recording Camera Mode Takes a Photo Video Playback Mode Play Pause Video Settings Mode Selects Highlighted Item Power Button Turn on off the unit AN Video Out Port GPS Input Port Connect with the G mouse optional USB Port LED Flashlight Speaker LED Notification Light Microphone Arrow 441 gt P Used to navigate through menus and select videos for playback Menu SOS Emergency File Lock GIE9 Access the settings menu when not recording video Press while recording videos to lock the current file from being overwritten Change Mode Mutes Microphone N Changes mode while not recording videos Press and hold while recording to mute unmute the microphone LCD Screen HDMI Port Reset Button If camera freezes use
5. camera may be left on while parked to capture collisions while you are away A This operation will slowly drain your vehicle s battery and may eventually prevent your vehicle from starting Manually Turning On Off Your Camera Press the power button O to turn on off your camera Press record select e 41 button to begin recording 12 DoD Camera Modes When the camera is not recording video you can switch between three modes by pressing the mode button 1 Video Recording 2 Photo 3 Video Playback Video Recording Mode The camera defaults to video recording when the camera is first turned on Video Resolution Loop Recording Length Video Recording Mode Icon Exposure Recording Status Microphone on WDR Enabled Power Status Motion Detection GPS Status White Balance Time Lapse Head up Display GPS Speed Warning Driver Fatigue Warning 850 0091 Memory inserted 17 26 11 Date Time D 00 0050 2014 02 27 Time Elapsed LED Light Notification Steady Blue Powered off and is charging Steady Pink Powering up while charging or is in playback mode Steady Red Standby Mode Flashing Red Recording video not charging Flashing Blue and Pink Recording video and charging 13 Video Recording Shortcuts Muting the Microphone Hold down the Mode Microphone to mute and unmute the microphone SOS E
6. Graph Volume 22 DOD Video Player To Play a Video Add your file to the list of videos To do this there are two options Click File click Open and navigate to the location of your files Press the Add button located below the list of videos Double click on the video you wish to play The video will then load into the player Video Player Features Once the video is playing your position speed and G Forces will be indicated on the map Pressing the Location Map Button will show your position on Google Maps See the support section on DOD Tech s website for any available firmware updates and instructions 23 DOD TM Wwww dod tec com
7. Loop Recording If loop recording is set to 2 3 5 minutes video recordings of that length will be created When the memory card is filled the oldest files will be overwritten excluding locked clips Turning off loop recording will prevent the camera from writing new files when the memory card is filled Motion Detection For use when parked not when driving Saves memory space by only recording when motion is detected Motion detection must be manually disabled before driving If motion detection is activated while driving you may have significant gaps in the recorded video Speed Units Select Metric or Imperial units Standby Speed Display After a customized period of time a new screen will appear showing speed and a compass showing your direction The GPS speed warning if enabled will appear on this screen WDR Wide Dynamic Range Cannot be changed Shows WDR processing is enabled White Balance Sets the white balance Recommended Setting Auto World Time Zone Sets the current time zone for GPS time and date calibration Note the time zone must be manually adjusted for daylight savings 17 Second Video Settings Accessed by pressing the menu button twice Beep Sound Turns on or off all notification sounds Date Time If GPS tracking is disabled the Date and Time can be manually set Default Settings Sets all settings back to the original settings Frequency A
8. a small pin to press button Micro SD Slot DoD Watch the Video Before you start watch our installation video at http dod tech ca GetStarted Setting Up Your Camera Set up your camera inside your vehicle to ensure easy access to power 1 Insert the Memory Card Note Please purchase a micro SD card for use with this unit 2 Connect the Power Adapter Plug the DOD power adapter into your vehicle s power outlet and insert the USB plug into the USB port 3 GPS AVOUT N USB Port Record Select DoD Getting Started 3 Turn On Your Vehicle In most vehicles this will send power to the outlet and automatically turn on your camera In some vehicles the power outlet is continuously powered even when the vehicle is off 4 Select Language Upon powering up the camera for the first time use the arrow keys located on the left side of the LCD Screen and select the language of your choice Press the record select button found on top of your unit to confirm your selection 5 Turn off recording In order to access the menu to setup the time and date you will need to turn off the recording Press the record select button You should no longer see a flashing red dot on the screen 6 the Time zone GPS
9. djusts the camera s frequency setting to minimize flickering and banding in the recorded video Recommended Setting 60 HZ in Canada USA Format Completely deletes all files including locked videos on on the memory card and optimizes the card for recording 64GB cards should use DOD s formatting program for proper functionality See the support section online Language Sets the language LED Turns onthe LED light Used asa spare flashlight not for use while driving due to glare Screen Saver Turns off the screen after the set time Speed Stamp Imprints your current speed onto the recorded video TV Mode Switches between the NTSC and PAL video output standard Version Shows the model name and current firmware version 18 DoD Photo Settings Accessed in Photo Mode Anti Shaking Helpsreduce the effects of shaking when takingaphoto Capture Mode Sets atimed delay beforetakinga photo Color Applyacolorfiltertothe photo DateStamp Imprintsadate ontothe capture photo Exposure Adjusts the exposureinone stopincrements Image Size Adjusts the size of the image Higher megapixels increased file sizes and details ISO Changes the ISO settings Higher ISO reduces motion blur at night but lowers video quality Quality Changes the photo quality Sharpness Change the amount of sharpening WDR Shows that WDR is enabled 19 Video Playback Settings Acces
10. he rear view mirror Be sure to peel the protective cover from the mount before installing 4 Adjust the Angle The mount has an easy to adjust ball joint which can be loosened using the plastic locking nut Angle your camera slightly below the horizon line to minimize glare 5 Install the Cigarette Adapter If you have not done so previously plug the cigarette adapter into your vehicle s power port Insert the USB plug opposite end of the power into the USB port on the camera The wiring can be hidden in the headliner and the carious seams and rubber strips around the perimeter of the windshield 6 Remove the Protective Lens Cover 7 Install the GPS Module Optional If you have purchased the optional GPS module DG50A insert the connector into the camera Your camera is now installed and ready for daily use Tips Do not turn on motion detection unless your vehicle is parked If motion detection is enabled while driving the camera may not continuously record 15 recommended to keep the G Sensor set to low 11 DoD Everyday Operation Your dash camera will automatically turn on and start recording when it starts receiving power The camera will record over the oldest videos when the memory card is full looped recording by default Continuously Powered Electrical Outlet If your electrical outlet is always powered the adapter must be manually removed to shut down the camera Alternatively the
11. mergency Lock Pressing the Menu SOS 6103 lock while a video is playing will lock the camera from overwriting the video Photo Mode In Photo Mode press record select e lt 1 button to take a photo Image Camera Mode Icon Shake Reduction Exposure Value WDR Enabled ISO STE AUT Image Ouality White Balance Memory Card Inserted Playback Mode In the Playback mode you can watch previously recorded videos Playback Mode Icon Video File Name 1080 5 Video Resolution de W s e y a 01 41 Play Pause indicator Power Connected Selecting a Video Use the arrow keys 44 PPI navigate between videos How to Watch a Video Press the record select button lt to play and pause To change videos or access the menu while paused press the mode button before using the arrow keys 44 gt P 1 15 Each mode has unique set of settings See description below Video Recording Settings There are two settings pages Access the second page by pressing the menu button twice If you move the cursor before pressing the menu button you must exit and try again First Video Settings Page Date Stamp Imprints the time and date on the recorded video Driver Fatigue Warning Sets a timed delay before showing visible alert reminding the driver to take a break
12. rive Card Reader MicroSD Slot Use a memory card reader separately purchased or a compatible electronic device with a MicroSD slot ex tablet Follow the manufacturer s instructions HDMI TV Connecting a mini HDMI to HDMI from your camera to a compatible television monitor will automatically output the cameras screen Recording functions are disabled while streaming video AV Port Using a 3 5mm AV cable plug the 3 5mm connector into the camera s AV Port Plug the RCA end into a compatible port on your television or monitor 21 DoD DOD Video Player DOD Video Player The DOD Video Player is a user friendly program to playback videos and to visualize your position and speed on your PC or Mac Please see the Transferring Files section to find out how to view or transfer your video files Installing the DOD Video Player Insert and launch the installer from the CD included or download the software from the support section on DOD Tech s website Launching the DOD Video Player Once launched the player will appear on your screen Direction of Travel Show all videos or protected video only 4 List of videos to pla Video position lt a Current Location 22 37 30 48 Remove video from 114 02703 86 playist G Force Indicator a 1 KM Open close location map Settings Open video Folder Video Screenshots Take a Screenshot G Force Strength amp
13. sed in Playback Mode The settings apply only to the video being viewed and not all videos unless the All suffix is chosen Delete Lock Deletes the file from the card This cannot oc Locks the current file from being overwritten be undone orerased Note The format setting will Slideshow erase all files including locked files Shows a two second still image of all photos and the first frame of each photo Protecting or Deleting Your Videos To delete or to protect files from being overwritten press the menu button onthe desired video Select the command using the arrow buttons 44 and press select record button confirm Press the menu button to exit If protected a blue padlock icon will appear at the top of the screen Slideshow Press the menu button navigate to slideshow Photos and the first frame of each video will be shown in order 20 DoD Transferring Files Video files can be transferred to your electronic device for viewing and storage USB Mini Cable 1 Connect a USB Mini cable from the camera s usb port to your computer 2 Turn on your camera A black screen should appear showing Mass Storage 3 Press the record select button A blue screen should appear labelled Mass Storage 4 Your computer should now detect a new device The memory card and videos can be accessed similar to a USB Flash D
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