AZDOME GS65H GPS Owner's Manual

Company Information

KAKA GROUP LTD

Website: www.azdome.hk

Email: service@azdome.hk

Address: 1801-1808, HaiYun Building, No. 468, Minzhi Avenue, Longhua New District, Shenzhen, China. 518000, CN

Certifications: CE, FCC, RoHS

Product Overview

The AZDOME GS65H is a dual-lens dash cam with built-in GPS, designed for vehicle recording and surveillance.

Product Diagram

The device features the following components:

• 1. Menu/Mode Button (M)
• 2. Up Button
• 3. OK Button
• 4. Down Button
• 5. IR Lights
• 6. Rear Camera
• 7. TV OUT Port
• 8. HDMI Port
• 9. USB Port
• 10. Holder
• 11. MIC (Microphone)
• 12. Micro SD Slot
• 13. Power Button
• 14. Reset Button
• 15. Speaker
• 16. Front Camera
• 17. Built-in GPS Module
• 18. LCD Screen
• 19. Power Indicator Light
• 20. Charging Indicator Light

Product Specifications

Buttons & Interface Instructions

Using Your Dash Cam

Tips: We strongly recommend that please format your memory card before using it at the first time by camera's system settings. Battery is mainly used to save files in emergency. Please always connect Dash Cam to external power while it is in use.

1. Auto Power ON/OFF

1. Connect the car charger and Dash Cam by using the charging cable.
2. Plug the other end of the car charger to your vehicle's cigarette lighter socket.
3. When the car engine is started, Dash Cam automatically turns ON and start recording. When the car key is turned to LOCK position, Dash Cam automatically saves the recording and turns OFF within few seconds.

2. Manual Power ON/OFF

• To Manually Turn ON: Press the power button once.
• To Manually Turn OFF: Press and hold the power button for at least 2 seconds.

Camera Mode (Video/Photo/Playback) Setting

AZDOME GS65H has 3 different camera modes: Video Mode / Photo Mode / Playback Mode. The "M" button will act as two functions: MENU button & MODE button.

• MENU Button: Pressing ONCE will act as MENU button.
• MODE Button: Pressing & HOLDING for 2-seconds will act as MODE button.
• TO SWITCH MODE: Press & HOLD "M" button for 2-seconds.

NOTE:

• Each Mode has their own separate Menu Settings.
• System Settings are common between all three Modes.

1. Video Setting

After inserting a TF card and power on, short press OK button to pause recording, and short press M button once to enter to Video Setting. The video icon ? will be shown on the LCD top right corner.

2. Photo Setting

After inserting a SD card and power on, short press “OK” button once, and long press M button once to the photo setting. The photo icon ? will be shown on the LCD top right corner.

3. Playback Setting

After inserting a SD card and power on, short press “OK” button once, long press M button twice to the playback setting. The playback icon ▶️ will be shown on the LCD top right corner.

4. System Setting

After inserting a TF card and power on, short press OK button to pause recording, onn Video/Photo/Playback mode, you can short-press “M” button twice to enter the system setting.

GPS & Car DV Player Installation

GPS Player Software Installation and Use Instruction:

• Before viewing your video with GPS information, please go to our website (www.azdome.hk/downloads.html) to download AZDOME Player (Windows or macOS).
• After installing successfully, run AZDOME Player, select your video file, press play button to play.

If Google Map can't be normally loaded by GPS Player, please try the following operations:

1. Run GPS Player as the administrator (right click on the Car DV Player, then choose running as the Administrator).
2. Upgrade the Internet Explorer to IE 10 or above.
3. If the GPS player still can't work, please contact us at service@azdome.hk.

P.S. (Please do NOT use “Windows Media Player” to play this high bit-rate videos. We recommend downloading our free Car DV Player or free VLC Media Player to enjoy stream less high quality videos from your AZDOME Dash Cam.)

Parking Mode & Motion Detection Instructions

Tips: Please read PARKING MODE and MOTION DETECTION carefully before turning ON these features.

PARKING MODE:

1. DO NOT turn ON this feature until you install the camera to your windshield.
2. If PARKING MODE is turned ON while you explore and learn the features of the camera in your hands, the camera will turn ON/OFF and START/STOP recording randomly, as PARKING MODE will keep getting activated every time camera senses the movement by its built in Gyro Sensor (G-Sensor).
3. You would want PARKING MODE turned ON after you install your dash camera to your windshield.
4. You can test and learn how parking mode works, by setting it to ON, then exit the menu settings, and without moving your camera press and hold power button to turn the camera OFF. Now shake the camera.... it will turn ON the camera, and if memory card is installed then it will start recording video for 1-min, then save and lock that video and turn OFF the camera automatically.

MOTION DETECTION:

CAUTION: We do NOT recommend this feature to be turned ON while you are driving and for your daily commute. If you turn ON motion detection while driving around and during your daily commute, then your camera will NOT record videos continuously, and it will have missing video seconds.

1. Motion Detection is designed to be used for surveillance when your car is parked and NOT moving. Usually when you are not inside your car. During your car is parked and you wanted continuous surveillance.
2. To use motion detection, first make sure you set “AUTO POWER OFF” to OFF under system settings. Now turn ON Motion Detection while your camera is installed on windshield. Now the camera will START recording video when there is motion detected in front of the camera's field of view and it will automatically STOP recording when there is no more motion. To save the battery you can also set "LCD ON/OFF Setting" to either 1, 3 or 5-min for LCD to be turned OFF automatically.
3. We recommend using “HARD-WIRE” to connect your dash camera to your car's battery as the internal battery of dash cam is NOT designed to last more than 8 minutes when fully charged and depending upon video resolution. We recommend to purchase the “Mini-USB Hard Wire Kit" which has protection from dying car's battery. Basically this feature will cut the power to the camera when the battery voltage of your car's starting to run critically low. You can search YouTube "how to connect hard wire with a dash cam" for demonstration videos.

FAQ

Q1: Camera does not turn ON?

Please make sure you charge camera for 2 hours before first use. Make sure memory card is inserted properly. Then plug in power cable which should turn on camera and it should start recording.

Q2: Camera turns ON / OFF frequently automatically?

Please reset your camera. Please make sure that “Motion Detection" is set to OFF. Also Please make sure "Auto Power Off” “Parking Mode” is also set to OFF.

Q3: My Video playback on PC is lagging?

You are viewing high-bit rate version of video files. General computer configuration may have problem with faster data processing. Please record videos at lower resolution and try again. Contact us if problem still persists.

Q4: Camera gets HOT?

It is normal for your camera to run slightly hot. Due to the dual lens recording, the dash cam may be hot during using. (no more than 140°F/60°C).

Q5: Video is fuzzy?

The most likely cause is simply a dirty lens. Since many cameras are mounted low on the back of the car, they're subject to being obscured by mud, snow, dirt or other debris. Luckily, the fix is easy: Clean the lens with a soft cloth (to prevent scratching the lens). If still doesn't work, please e-mail to service@azdome.hk with order number.

Q6: Camera Freezing/Lagging or Crashing?

Please make sure you are only using class 10 or above Micro SD memory card. Insert paper clip into reset. Restart with another Micro SD card and try again.

Q7: Camera Locks many videos automatically?

Please make sure you increase your G-sensor setting. If you choose higher setting then it can trigger even with smaller bump. This setting depends on type of car or truck you are driving and how much vibration your car/truck is creating based on suspensions and road condition.

Q8: Error/Message "Card Full"?

Format card by going into System Settings > Format > OK > Select Yes > OK. Then Go to System Settings > Loop Recording > Choose either 1-min, 3-min, 5-min. This will allow Loop Recording function to be turn ON and it will keep recording over and over.

Q9: Camera showing "Memory Error" or "Please Insert Micro SD Card" even though memory card is already installed into the camera?

1. Please make sure memory card is at least Class 10, U3 and purchased from trusted vendor such as Walmart, target, best buy, Ship & Sold by Amazon" etc. (there are many fake cards out there Online, remember if it's cheap, its fake.
2. Now go to camera's system settings and FORMAT your memory card. After formatting memory card, please press and hold power button to turn the camera off. Now unplug power cable, and re-plug the power cable, camera should now turn ON automatically and start recording.

Q10: Battery Information

This dash cam contains Lithium-ion inbuilt battery. With a full charge battery should last up to 1-3 minutes. Internal battery is not meant to last long time. The higher the video resolution you choose the more power it will consume, hence it will last short duration. The purpose of in-built is to save the last video file safely without any data loss and turn off the camera when power gets disconnected e.g. when you turn off your car. Another purpose is parking mode. When your car vibrates by impact and vibration activates G-sensor setting range then camera will turn on and start recording on battery for 1-minute, lock video file and then auto turn off automatically.

Q11: GPS Information is not showing up on the recordings, how to fix it?

1. Check if the GPS icon goes green (it will take 1-3 minutes to get GPS signal successfully).
2. Depending on the vehicle and the location of the GPS signal can be blocked due to strong radio interference of other electronic devices in the car, the cloudy/rainy weather or mountains, tunnels, tall buildings on both sides of road etc.
3. Please check if GPS works by taking the dash cam from the car to outside. If it works then there must be a heavy interference in the car, for example thick car Explosion-proof membrane, metal item and etc.
4. If all of the above conditions are met and GPS doesn't work, please send us some of the video recordings without the speed stamp, along with their GPS files (To get them, turn off the dashcam --> take out the SD card --> connect it to your computer using the microSD card reader --> open the microSD card drive)

* You might not be able to send the recordings via email because of the large size of the recordings. We recommend uploading them and their GPS files on your online drive (dropbox, google drive etc.) and sending us the link instead. Our Support E-mail: service@azdome.hk

Disclaimer

The videos/pictures taken by Car DashCam is only for a reference, we don't take any responsibility due to data-loss in the abnormal circumstances. Special version: The device will records files in normal recording status. But in the following situation, it will lead to files to be damaged or lost;

1. If pulling out the TF card in the recording status, final video files will be damaged or lost.
2. If there is illegal blackout in the recording status, final video files will be damaged or lost.
3. If there is a destructive collision in the recording status, video and audio files will be damaged or lost.
4. If there is a destructive collision in the recording status leading to Memory card loose, video and audio files will be damaged or lost.

Warranty & Customer Support

We provide a one (1) year limited warranty for your product from the date of purchase to be free from defects in materials and workmanship. For any questions, support, or warranty claims, contact us at service@azdome.hk that corresponds with your region. Please include your Order Number and problem in details, if you can provide photos or video we will solve the problem more quickly.

IMPORTANT: Original proof of purchase (online order receipt is also accepted) is required for any warranty service. AZDOME can only provide after-sales service for products purchased directly from AZDOME. If you have purchased from a different seller, please contact them directly for service or warranty issues.

Technical Specifications (Multiple Languages)

This document contains specifications in multiple languages. The English specifications are detailed below:

Troubleshooting

Q1: Camera does not turn ON?

Please charge the camera for 2 hours before first use. Ensure the memory card is inserted correctly. Connect the power cable to turn on the camera and start recording.

Q2: Camera turns ON / OFF frequently automatically?

Reset the camera. Ensure "Motion Detection" is set to OFF. Also ensure "Auto Power Off" and "Parking Mode" are set to OFF.

Q3: My Video playback on PC is lagging?

You are viewing high-bit rate video files. General computer configuration may struggle with faster data processing. Record videos at a lower resolution and try again. Contact support if the problem persists.

Q4: Camera gets HOT?

It is normal for the camera to run slightly hot. Due to dual-lens recording, the dash cam may be warm during use (not exceeding 140°F/60°C).

Q5: Video is fuzzy?

The most likely cause is a dirty lens. Clean the lens with a soft cloth. If the issue persists, contact service@azdome.hk with your order number.

Q6: Camera Freezing/Lagging or Crashing?

Ensure you are using a Class 10 or higher Micro SD memory card. Use a paperclip to press the reset button. Try restarting with another Micro SD card.

Q7: Camera automatically locks many videos?

Increase your G-sensor setting. A higher setting may trigger with smaller bumps. Adjust based on vehicle type and road conditions.

Q8: Error/Message "Card Full"?

Format the card via System Settings > Format > OK > Yes. Then go to System Settings > Loop Recording and choose 1-min, 3-min, or 5-min to enable continuous recording.

Q9: Camera shows "Memory Error" or "Please Insert Micro SD Card" even though a card is installed?

1. Ensure the memory card is Class 10, U3, and purchased from a trusted vendor. Beware of fake cards.
2. Format the memory card via system settings. After formatting, turn off the camera, unplug and replug the power cable. The camera should turn on and start recording automatically.

Q10: Battery Information

The built-in Lithium-ion battery lasts 1-3 minutes on a full charge, intended for emergency file saving. Higher video resolution consumes more power. The battery saves the last video file safely and turns off the camera when power is disconnected. It also powers the parking mode recording.

Q11: GPS Information not showing on recordings?

1. Check if the GPS icon turns green (may take 1-3 minutes).
2. GPS signal can be blocked by vehicle electronics, weather, mountains, tunnels, or tall buildings.
3. Test GPS outdoors. If it works, there is interference inside the car.
4. If GPS still doesn't work, send video recordings without speed stamps and GPS files (obtained by turning off the dashcam, removing the SD card, connecting to a computer, and opening the microSD card drive). Upload files to an online drive (Dropbox, Google Drive) and share the link. Contact service@azdome.hk.

Software Installation

GPS Player Software Installation and Use:

• Download AZDOME Player from www.azdome.hk/downloads.html.
• Run the player, select your video file, and press play.

Troubleshooting Google Maps in GPS Player:

1. Run GPS Player as administrator.
2. Upgrade Internet Explorer to IE 10 or higher.
3. Contact service@azdome.hk if issues persist.

Note: Do not use "Windows Media Player" for high bit-rate videos. Use the free AZDOME Car DV Player or VLC Media Player.

Important Safety Information

Disclaimer: Videos/pictures are for reference only. AZDOME is not responsible for data loss under abnormal circumstances. Files may be damaged or lost if the TF card is removed during recording, during a power outage, or due to a collision.

Warranty: AZDOME offers a one-year limited warranty. Contact service@azdome.hk for support or warranty claims. Proof of purchase is required.