AZDOME M550 Dash Cam Owner's Manual

Contact 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

CE FC RoHS compliant. Made in China.

Enjoy Your Smart Driving

Warranty & Customer Support

AZDOME provides a 12-month limited warranty from the date of purchase, covering defects in materials and craftsmanship. For support or warranty claims, contact service@azdome.hk with your Order Number.

Important: Proof of original purchase (online order receipt accepted) is required for warranty service. AZDOME provides after-sales service only for products purchased directly from AZDOME. If purchased from a different seller, contact them directly for service.

For the online user manual, scan the provided QR code ⭐.

Specifications

Product Diagram

The AZDOME M550 dash cam features a main unit with a front camera lens, a screen, and various ports and buttons. A cabin camera and a rear camera are also part of the system.

Main Components:

• ① Micro SD Card Indicator
• ② Motion Detection Indicator
• ③ GPS Indicator
• ④ Parking Monitor Indicator
• ⑤ WDR Indicator
• ⑥ Mic Indicator
• ⑦ Date/Time Display
• ⑧ WiFi Indicator
• ⑨ Battery Indicator
• ⑩ Recording Indicator
• ⑪ Loop Recording Timer
• ⑫ Exposure Indicator
• ⑬ Video Resolution Display
• ⑭ Live Speed Display

Physical Controls:

• ① Screen
• ② Cabin Camera
• ③ Power Button
• ④ UP Button
• ⑤ OK Button
• ⑥ Down Button
• ⑦ Mode Button
• ⑧ Mic
• ⑨ Reset Button
• ⑩ Speaker
• ⑪ USB Charging Port
• ⑫ Rear Camera Port
• ⑬ Micro SD Card Slot
• ⑭ Rear Camera

Keys and Functions

Using Your Dash-cam

Installation

1. Insert a Class 10 or above A-Brand high-speed Micro SD card into the Micro SD slot.
2. Plug the cabin camera; connect the car charger with the dash cam, and plug it into the car's cigarette lighter.
3. Before rear camera installation, check if the provided cable is long enough. Place the rear camera on the rear window or bumper using adhesive stickers or screws.
4. Connect the rear camera to the front dash-cam. If connected properly, front and rear cameras will be shown on the screen.

Note: The front + cabin + rear cameras will record simultaneously, and videos are stored separately on the Micro SD card.

Manually Turn On/Off

• To manually turn on, press the power button.
• To manually turn off, press and hold the power button for at least 2 seconds.

Rear Camera Connection Diagram:

• Inside the license plate: Connect the positive live line of the reverse light.
• Inside the rear windshield: Connect the positive live line of the reverse light.

Function Settings

1. Video Settings

Resolution

Allows selection of desired video resolution and frames per second (fps). Higher resolution and FPS result in smoother videos but consume more storage. Video resolution is ONLY for FRONT camera recording.

Loop Recording - Off/1min/3mins (Default)/5mins

Select the length (1/3/5 min) of each video clip for continuous recording. The dash cam automatically deletes the oldest files when the memory card is full to continue recording.

Rear-cam Mirror - On (Default)/Off

When On, the dash cam screen displays a mirror image, matching your rear-view mirror.

Motion Detection - On/Off (Default)

A memory-saving feature that records footage only when motion occurs. It is designed for surveillance when the car is parked and NOT moving. Do not enable while driving, as it can confuse the camera. Sensitivity is affected by many factors, with an available distance of about 3 meters.

Time Lapse - Off (Default)/On

When On, the dash cam can sustain longer operational periods while reducing video file size. Video files will play at high-speed during playback.

Record Audio - On (Default)/Off

When On, the video includes sound. When Off, the video is silent.

WDR - On/Off (Default)

Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) processes images to ensure clear recordings in bright and dark light by combining multiple images at different brightness levels.

Frequency - 50HZ/60HZ (Default)

Set according to the power supply specification in your country. 50HZ is typically used in USA, North America. 60HZ is typically used in Europe, most Asian Countries.

G-Sensor - Off/High/Middle (Default)/Low

A 3-axis impact gravitational accelerometer that detects physical and gravitational forces. When triggered by impact, the current video file is locked as an emergency file and will not be deleted by the loop cycle function.

Exposure -+2.0,+5/3,+4/3,+1.0,+2/3,+1/3,+0.0(Default)/-1/3,-2/3,-1.0,-4/3,-5/3,-2.0

Adjusts video exposure for brighter or darker video.

2. Playback Mode

• Normal Video: Video files saved in loop recording mode.
• Locked Video: Video files locked by the dash cam after a car shock.
• Picture: Photos taken in photo mode.

3. Park Monitor

This function ONLY works when connected with a Hard-wire Kit. Select [Connected] + [one Frame Per Second] to enable high-speed recording after the car's power off.

4. Date/Time Settings

First, set the Timezone via [System Settings]-[Timezone], then set your local date and time.

5. Stamp - Off/On (Default)

When On, Time Stamp, GPS Stamp, and Speed Stamp information will be shown on the video or photo.

6. Storage

Storage Format Remind:

Once a time duration is chosen and this function is turned on, the dash cam will prompt "Please format SD card" to prevent too many locked files from interfering with loop recording.

SD Card Format:

The Micro SD card must be formatted when first inserted into the dash cam to optimize its file system format for the camera.

Storage Info:

Regularly format the memory card to ensure sufficient available space.

7. Language - Multilingual, default English.

Allows selection of the desired language for the dash-cam system.

8. System Settings

Fatigue Driving Reminder - Off (default)/1hour/2hours/4hours

When enabled for a chosen duration, the dash cam will emit sounds to alert the driver.

Speed Unit - KM/H (default)/MPH

Select preferred speed unit.

Beep Sound - On (default)/Off

Toggle beep sound on/off or adjust key tone.

Screen Saver - Off/1 min (Default)/3 mins/5 mins

When On, the screen will go black after 1/3/5 minutes of no-operation while the dash cam continues recording.

IR LED - Auto (Default)/Night Mode/Day Mode

This function works on the cabin camera.

Timezone Setting

Set your local Timezone first (UTC/GMT+12 to UTC/GMT-12, Default GMT +8) via [System Settings]-[Time Zone], then press "OK" to confirm. The timezone does not automatically change with daylight saving time; adjust manually.

Default Setting

Allows restoring all settings to factory default.

GPS Info

Check satellite number, Longitude, Latitude, and Speed.

Information

Check the current firmware version. Visit www.azdome.hk for the latest firmware updates.

Method of Setting Date/Time

1. Go to [System Settings], select [Time Zone], choose your local timezone, and press OK.
2. Press M to exit, then select [Date/Time], set your local date/time, and press OK.

Firmware Update

To update to the LATEST firmware version:

1. Download the firmware file from www.azdome.hk/downloads.html or contact service@azdome.hk.
2. Copy the firmware file to the ROOT directory of a Micro SD card and insert it into the dash cam.
3. Connect to power supply and power on the dash cam. The light will flash rapidly, and the update will take 1-2 minutes. The dash cam will power on automatically upon successful update.
4. Check if the firmware version is the latest.
5. Format the Micro SD Card in the dash cam; otherwise, the dash cam will update again on the next power on.

For any problems, contact service@azdome.hk.

GPS Track

Install the AZDOME Player on your laptop. The latitude, longitude, and speed will be embedded in the video. For technical support, contact service@azdome.hk.

AZDOME GPS Player

Download the AZDOME Player for Windows or macOS from www.azdome.hk/downloads.

WiFi APP

Downloading AZDOME App On phone

1. Search for "AZDOME" in App Store or Google Play Store to find, download, and install the App.
2. Turn on WiFi of the camera: Long press the Down Button ⬇ for 2 seconds to turn on WiFi Mode.
3. Turn on WiFi of your phone and connect: Go to Phone's Settings > WiFi > Select M550_ac64cfe6792d. Camera's WiFi Name SSID: M550_ac64cfe6792d, PASSWORD: 12345678.
4. Keep the Dash-cam within 3 meters of your phone. Open the AZDOME App, select "Add Device" to see the live video of the Dash-cam. Explore the APP from there.

You cannot operate the Dash-cam when connecting WiFi. To disconnect WiFi, long-press and hold the Down button ⬇ for 2 seconds to return to video mode.

Disclaimer

Videos/pictures taken by the car dash cam are for reference only. AZDOME does not take responsibility for data loss in abnormal circumstances. The device records files in normal recording status, but files may be damaged or lost in the following situations:

1. Pulling out the TF card during recording.
2. Illegal blackout during recording.
3. Destructive collision during recording, leading to damaged or lost video and audio files.
4. Destructive collision during recording, leading to the Memory card becoming loose, resulting in damaged or lost video and audio files.

Notice

This product complies with the radio interface requirements of the European Community.

♻ This symbol indicates that the product must not be discarded as household waste. It should be delivered to an appropriate recycling facility to protect natural resources, human health, and the environment. For more information on disposal and recycling, contact your local municipality, disposal service, or the shop where you bought this product.

Ⓑ Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator & your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.