AUTO CAPSULE AN2

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Precautions

This device is for recording the driving image of cars. Recording may fail depending on given situations. The videos recorded with this product can only be used as a reference to examining the driving image.

• This manual is based on the product available at the point of publishing it. It thus may contain errors or omissions in its technical editing.
• Always back up any important video files.
• COWON SYSTEMS, Inc. shall not be held accountable for any data loss, poor recording or recording errors.

Before You Start

Product Overview

Full HD + HD front/rear recording

• 16:9 Wide Full HD (front) and HD (rear) resolution high-quality video recording.

LDWS (Lane Departure Warning System)

• LDWS assists in safe driving by giving a warning when the vehicle leaves its lane. (Requires external GPS connection)

Format free TAT (Time Allocation Table) safe writing

• Saves video in the SD card in real time and secures storage of video with format free TAT even when the power goes off.

Multiple recording options and easy search

• Multiple options for driving-mode and parking-mode recordings. Recorded videos can easily be searched by category of event or motion file.

Built-in G sensor

• Detects external impact via the 3-axis acceleration sensor for auto recording.

Built-in motion sensor

• Detects motion during parking mode recording and starts recording automatically.

Built-in backup supercapacitor

• The last recorded file is safely saved thanks to a built-in supercapacitor, even with unexpected power outage.

Multiple indicators for smooth operation

• Operational status of Auto Capsule is easy to monitor through voice messages, sound effects, and LED indicators.

PC Manager

• Manage and capture recorded videos and examine the intensity of an impact on the G sensor.

Automatic parking mode recording

• Automatically senses parking voltage and initiates parking mode recording. (Requires uninterruptible power connection)

Auto shutdown voltage set-up option

• If the vehicle battery power falls below a pre-set voltage, this automatically turns off the device.

Protection from high temperature

• Stops recording when the temperature exceeds a certain level to protect itself.

Connection with external GPS

• When connected with an external GPS receiver, vehicle location and speed information are recorded and can be checked later via the PC Manager.

Safety Precautions

This section regards precautions to prevent users from compromising safety or experiencing property damage. Please read the followings carefully before use. (Company has nothing whatever to do with any accident caused by a user who failed to conform to warning and precautions.)

• Changing the installation location of the product may result in a change in the camera angle. Adjust the camera angle after installing the product and test the recorded images. Normal recording cannot be guaranteed if the product is wrongly installed.
• Recording video is not available when this product is being booted. Drive safely after booting is completed.
• This product is a device that uses a camera to record video as you drive, therefore, the quality of the recorded videos may deteriorate when taken at the point of entering/exiting a tunnel, when the shadow contrast and counter light to the subject are severe in broad daylight, or when there is no light.
• Avoid excessive car window tinting. It deteriorates the recording quality. The white balance of the video may vary depending on the degree of tinting.
• In the event a product is damaged or disconnected from power due to a critical and impactful accident, the product may not work and fail to record the accident.
• Do not disassemble or alter the product at your discretion. It may cause electric shock, product damage or loss of recorded data.
• Always keep the front window clean and free from dust before recording to guarantee the most optimal recording quality.
• Foreign matters (e.g. fingerprints) on the lens of the black box may adversely affect the recorded videos. Always keep the lens clean and free from dusts.
• Avoid inserting metals or flammables into the microSD card slot. It may cause a fire or electric shock.
• If liquid spills onto the product, disconnect the power immediately and contact the customer center.
• Refrain from operating the product while driving. It may cause a car accident.
• Do not use voltage other than the rated voltage specified by the product. It may cause an explosion, fire or mechanical failure.
• Do not use the product in a place where there is flammable or explosive gas. Otherwise, ignition or explosion may ensue.
• Keep the product away from the reach of babies, children, or pets.
• Avoid high temperatures such as inside the closed car under hot weather or a place with direct sunlight. It may adversely affect the exterior or internal parts of the product, causing a fire.
• Use caution not to apply too much strength to the lens and the exterior of the black box, or a mechanical failure may ensue.
• Install the product in an area that doesn't disrupt a driver's visibility. Otherwise, it may cause an accident.
• If you use the product for a long time, it heats up inside. So use caution not to get burned by touching it. Avoid touching the metal area when removing the microSD card after using the product for long hours.
• Do not cover the black box with a cloth or other type of cover. It may contain the heat inside the product, resulting in an exterior deformation or a fire.
• Do not spray water or wax directly onto the product when cleaning the inside of a car. It may cause mechanical failure or electric shock.
• Always use the genuine products and parts from COWON SYSTEMS Inc. COWON SYSTEMS Inc. shall not be held accountable whatsoever for failures or accidents caused by using the product and parts from other sources.
• In accordance with the Personal Information Protection Act and other relevant regulations, users are held liable for data stored using the product's video/audio recording features. You are advised to take due precaution in storing recorded data.
• Memory card is an expendable item which needs to be periodically examined and changed. Use a COWON-authorized memory card.
• If storage space on the memory card is insufficient, previously-recorded files can be deleted in a pre-set order. You can also transfer important recorded files for safe-keeping on a separate storage device.
• The backup supercapacitor is an expendable item, and its lifespan can be affected by the environment around it. Replace it with a new one when operation becomes unstable.
• Do not wipe the product with chemical substances or detergent. Wipe the product gently with a soft cloth.
• If you don't intend to use the product for a long while, unplug the power cable of the product. Otherwise, it may cause electric discharge of a car battery or fire. A user shall be held accountable for the product damage or car breakdown.
• Do not use wet hands when plugging/unplugging the cigar jack cable. It may cause an electric shock.
• Plug in the power cord completely with no looseness. Otherwise, it may cause a fire.
• Do not use the damaged cigar jack cable. It may cause a fire or an electric shock.

Package Components

The package includes the following items:

• Auto Capsule AN2: The main dashcam unit.
• Rear View Camera: For recording the rear view.
• Product Holder (Front): Mount for the main unit.
• Rear View Camera Connection Cable: Connects the rear camera to the main unit.
• Memory Card & Card Adapter: For storing recorded footage.
• CD (Manual & PC Manager), Quick Guide: Software and quick start information.
• Double-Coated Tape: For mounting the holder.
• Cigar Jack Cable: Power cable for the main unit.
• Uninterruptible Power Cable (Optional): For parking mode recording.
• External GPS Receiver (Optional): For GPS data logging.

Note that the included items may vary according to the product specifications and may look different from the images provided in the manual. Always use the genuine cables from COWON SYSTEMS, Inc.

Important Note on Cigar Jack Cable: The provided cigar jack cable does not support Battery Discharge (by time and voltage setting) or Parking Recording. An uninterruptible power cable may be purchased separately for Parking Recording. Connecting the cigar jack cable to an uninterrupted cigar jack power supply will drain the battery. Ensure that the cigar jack power is off when the ignition is turned off.

Names of Parts and Functions

Front Camera (AN2 Body)

Diagram Description: A diagram illustrates the front camera unit with various parts labeled.

• 1 Camera Lens: Records the front direction of a vehicle.
• 2 LED Status Indicator: Displays the operational status of the device.
• 3 GPS Terminal: Connects with external GPS.
• 4 Rear View Camera Terminal: Connects with the rear view camera.
• 5 Power Terminal: Connects with cigar jack cable or uninterruptible power cable.
• 6 Manual Recording Button: Press this button to manually record a total of 20 seconds (10 seconds before and 10 seconds after pressing the button).
• 7 Power Button: Powers the device On/Off and starts recording.
• 8 Protective Lid: Protects the memory card inside the memory card slot.
• 9 Microphone: Records voice using a built-in microphone.
• 10 LCD: Displays video being recorded or the menu for operating the device.
• 11 Holder Connector: Connects with the product holder.
• 12 OBD Terminal: This feature (OBD2) is not supported due to country-specific structural differences in vehicle production.

Rear View Camera

Diagram Description: A diagram illustrates the rear view camera unit.

• 1 Camera Lens: Records the rear direction of a vehicle.
• 2 LED Status Indicator: Displays the operational status of the device.
• 3 Front View Camera Terminal: Connects with the Front View Camera (main unit).

Installation

Follow these steps for installation:

1. STEP 1: Insert the memory card into the device.
2. STEP 2: Place the AN2 unit into the device holder.
3. STEP 3: Remove the release paper from one side of the double-coated tape.
4. STEP 4: Attach the side with the removed release paper onto the holder and then remove the release paper from the other side.
5. STEP 5: Choose the location where you want to attach the device to the vehicle. Wipe any foreign matter or moisture completely from the location before installing the device.
6. STEP 6: Adjust the direction of the camera lens. Use a coin to fasten the bolt on the holder to fix the product in place.

Installation Tips:

• A space behind the rearview mirror is recommended for installation.
• Select a location carefully, as repositioning the device after removing the adhesive may weaken its adhesiveness significantly. Double-check the chosen location before fixing the device.
• Adjust the camera lens so that about 10-20% of your vehicle's hood appears on the recording screen.

Connecting Uninterruptible Power Cable

When connected with an uninterruptible power cable, recording continues even when the vehicle is parked and the engine is turned off.

Ensure you fully understand how to set up the uninterruptible power connection before connecting the device. Each wire must be fixed to a specific dedicated location; otherwise, inverse voltage can occur, seriously damaging the device.

Wiring Connections:

• Black Wire (GND): Fix it to a bolt attached to the metal of the vehicle's body.
• Yellow Wire (BATT+): Connect it to the uninterrupted power fuse of the vehicle's fuse box (e.g., hazard flasher, dome light, taillight).
• Red Wire (ACC): Connect it to the ACC (cigarette lighter, etc.) fuse of the vehicle's fuse box.

Uninterruptible power cable must be installed using wires from the fuse box inside the car. This cable may be purchased separately.

Connecting Rear View Camera and External GPS Module

Diagram Description: A diagram shows the main unit connected to the rear view camera and the GPS module.

When the rear view camera is connected, the LED turns on, indicating that the camera is ready for simultaneous 2-channel recording of both the front and rear areas.

Connecting an external GPS module allows the PC Manager to show recorded places on a map. The external GPS may be purchased separately.

Attaching to/Detaching from A Product Holder

Attach or detach the product as shown below:

Method 1: Push the product to attach to/detach from the holder.

Method 2: Use a coin to fasten/unfasten the bolt on the holder to attach/detach the product.

Start

Diagram Description: A screenshot of the device's display during startup and driving mode.

• 1 Booting: When the car is started and power is turned on, the product automatically switches into driving mode recording upon completion of booting. The LCD screen displays live video footage of the driving mode. Both front and rear views are available when the rear view camera is connected.
• 2 Switch View: Touch the rear view screen (PIP: Picture in Picture) on the front/rear view to see the rear view in full screen. Touch the top right corner on the rear view screen to see the front/rear view.
• 3 Screen Off: Touch the area other than the top right corner on the LCD screen to turn off the screen.
• 4 Home (Main Menu): The Main Menu appears when the Home button on the bottom left corner is touched.

Live View

Diagram Description: A screenshot of the live view display with various indicators.

• 1 Vehicle Speed Display: Vehicle speed is displayed in real time when GPS is connected.
• 2 GPS Connection: GPS connection is indicated by the GPS Connection Icon, which disappears when disconnected.
• 3 Time Indicator: Displays current recording time.
• 4 Sound Recording Indicator: Shows the status of sound recording (microphone icon indicates deactivated or activated).
• 5 LDWS Display: Indicates if LDWS is activated at a certain speed.
• 6 Vehicle Voltage Indicator: Displays the vehicle battery's current voltage.

Note: LDWS is activated when an external GPS receiver is connected. When only the GPS receiver is connected, the speed displayed is 50 km/h.

Main Menu

Touch 'Home' in the live view screen to access the main menu page.

Diagram Description: A screenshot of the main menu interface.

• 1 Menu: Go to the menu to replay video and change settings.
• 2 Front & Rear Recordings: Live front/rear view appears on the screen.
• 3 Front Recordings: Live front view appears on the screen.
• 4 Rear Recordings: Live rear view appears on the screen.
• 5 LCD Off: Touch to turn off the LCD screen.

Settings

Touch 'Menu' in the main menu to access the settings page.

Diagram Description: A screenshot of the settings menu interface.

• 1 Playback: Check stored videos.
• 2 LDWS Settings: Set lane departure warning, hood line, and sensitivity.
• 3 Audio Settings: Set sound recording, volume, haptic feedback sound, and voice guide.
• 4 System Settings: Set current time, coordinates, auto switch to parking mode, memory card format, Auto Capsule information, and default settings.
• 5 Auto Capsule Settings: Set impact sensitivity, motion detection sensitivity, battery discharge settings, LCD off, and recording settings.

File Playback

Touch 'Playback' in the menu to access the file playback page.

Diagram Description: A screenshot of the file playback interface.

• 1 File Selection (buttons): Select and play all videos of driving recording, parking recording, event recording, and manual recording.
• 2 Playlist: The list shows recorded files in consecutive order.
• 3 Select Front/Rear View: If the recording has both front and rear views, touch one of the buttons to play the video in front or rear view.
• 4 File Name: Displays the file name of the currently playing video.
• 5 Playback (buttons): Play/pause the playing video or play the previous/next video.

Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)

Touch 'LDWS Settings' in the menu to access the LDWS setting page.

Diagram Description: Screenshots showing LDWS settings and hood line calibration.

• 1 LDWS Setting: Change LDWS settings.
• 2 LDWS: Activate/deactivate LDWS (Lane Departure Warning System).
• 3 Hood Line Settings: Calibrate the line of the vehicle's hood. Set top-bottom reference lines based on the horizon if your car has a short hood, like an SUV.
• 4 Sensitivity Settings: Set the sensitivity to lanes right and left to the vehicle on a scale of 1 to 5.

Note: LDWS is activated when an external GPS receiver is connected.

Audio Settings

Touch 'Audio Settings' in the menu to set audio options for the AN2.

Diagram Description: A screenshot of the audio settings menu.

• 1 Sound Recording: Activate/deactivate sound recording option, which allows you to record your voice using the built-in microphone.
• 2 Volume: Control the AN2 speaker's volume on a scale of 1 to 3.
• 3 Haptic Feedback Sound: Turn on/off touch sound when the LCD screen is touched.
• 4 Voice Guide: Activate/deactivate AN2 voice guide.

System Settings

Touch 'System Settings' in the menu to change system settings, including time setting, Auto Capsule information, and default settings.

Diagram Description: A screenshot of the system settings menu.

• 1 Time Setting: Set the current time of AN2. Time is automatically updated when the GPS cable is connected.
• 2 Coordinate Settings: This feature allows you to correct the position of the LCD screen touch area.
• 3 Auto Switch to Parking Mode: The mode automatically switches to Auto Parking Mode when the engine is turned off if this option is activated. AN2 shuts down when the engine is turned off if this option is deactivated.
• 4 Memory Card Format: Format the memory card. AN2 automatically reboots after the format is completed. It is recommended to format the memory card from AN2 as it uses the TAT file format.
• 5 Auto Capsule Information: Check information about AN2 firmware.
• 6 Default Settings: Initialize all settings of AN2. AN2 automatically reboots after initialization is completed.

Auto Capsule Settings

Touch 'Auto Capsule Settings' in the menu to change settings related to Auto Capsule, including impact sensitivity, motion detection sensitivity, and battery discharge settings.

Diagram Description: A screenshot of the Auto Capsule settings menu.

• 1 Impact Sensitivity: The shock detection sensor can be set at 3 sensitivity levels. Bike Mode is also available.
• 2 Motion Detection Sensitivity: Set the sensitivity for motion detection that AN2 detects while parking on a scale of 1 to 3.
• 3 Battery Discharge Settings: Set the voltage at which the battery should be shut down. If the voltage is lower than the defined voltage, AN2 automatically shuts down.
• 4 LCD Off: Set when the LCD screen should be turned off. If there is no touch input to the LCD screen for the set time span, the screen automatically turns off.
• 5 Recordings Settings: Set sharpness and brightness of video on a scale of 1 to 3.

LED Status Indicator

The table below describes the status of the Front and Rear LEDs under different operating modes.

Button Operation

Diagram Description: A diagram shows the buttons on the device and their functions.

• Pressing the button: Run Manual Recording.
• Move Up: Turn Off.
• Move Down: Turn On.

PC Manager

The PC Manager can be downloaded from the bundle CD.

Diagram Description: A screenshot of the PC Manager software interface.

The PC Manager allows you to:

• Open recorded video files.
• Play a selected file.
• Stop the video playback.
• Seek the video in 10 seconds.
• Play the previous/next file.
• Enlarge selected portion of the screen.
• Capture the screen during playback.
• Set preferences: Users can set their preferences and press the Save button to apply new settings.
• Mirroring feature: Shows the rear view with left and right sides reversed like in a mirror.
• Adjust the volume.
• Control the video brightness.
• File Download: Store the selected video in a PC.

The interface includes sections for Video Playback Screen (Front/Rear), Playback Buttons, G Sensor Information, Video Lists, and GPS Location Map.

File Download

Check files in PC Manager and click 'File Download' to save files to a PC.

Diagram Description: Screenshots showing the file download process in PC Manager and the TAT_Viewer.

You can also run TAT_Viewer from the provided memory card to save and play files in a PC without using the PC Manager.

Product Specification