Car Camera Recorder User Manual: Features, Operation, and Troubleshooting

Product Structure

The device is a car camera recorder with the following components:

• 1. Fixed stent hole: For mounting the device.
• 2. Power interface / USB data interface: Connects to PC for data transfer or to an external power supply for charging/power.
• 3. AV-IN interface: Rear pull camera input.
• 4. Mode key: Switches between photo mode and video/photo playback.
• 5. Up key: Navigates up in menus; can turn off recording.
• 6. Power key / screen protection key: Short press for screen saver, long press for power on/off.
• 7. Down key: Navigates down in menus.
• 8. Menu key: Press to select function settings.
• 9. LCD display screen: Displays images.
• 10. TF card slot: Memory card slot.
• 11. RESET: Hole for restarting the device in case of a crash.
• 12. Fill light: Provides illumination in dark conditions.
• 13. Camera lens: The view window for capturing images.
• 14. Loudspeaker: Outputs video/audio and provides operation sound reminders.

Function Buttons

1. Fixed stent hole

Used for installing and fixing the recorder.

2. Power interface / USB data interface

Connects to PC for data transfer or to an external power supply for charging/power.

3. AV-IN interface

Rear pull camera interface.

4. Mode key

Switches between photo mode and video/photo playback.

5. Up key

Navigates up in menus; can turn off recording.

6. Power key / screen protection key

Short press for screen saver, long press for power on/off.

7. Down key

Navigates down in menus.

8. Menu key

Press to select function settings.

9. LCD display screen

Displays images.

10. TF card slot

Memory card slot.

11. RESET

Hole for restarting the device in case of a crash.

12. Fill light

Provides illumination in dark conditions.

13. Camera lens

The view window for capturing images.

14. Loudspeaker

Outputs video/audio and provides operation sound reminders.

Special Function Description

Automatic ON/OFF

Automatically starts recording when connected to vehicle power and the car starts, and saves/shuts down when the car is stalled.

Loop Recording

Records seamlessly without missing seconds.

Motion Detection

Records automatically when movement is detected in standby mode; stops recording when there is no movement to save storage space.

Video/Photo Operation Instruction

Power-on and Shutdown

Long press the power button to turn on/off. Low battery state will trigger automatic shutdown.

Video Recording

Enter video mode from the main interface. "Rec" indicator shows recording. Press again to stop and save.

Camera Mode

Enter camera mode from the main interface and press the capture button to take a photo.

File Management

Access recorded videos and photos. Files can be locked or deleted.

System Setting

Configure device settings as needed.

USB MODE

Connect via USB cable to PC. Options include: Memory Mode (access files), Camera Mode (video/photo chatting), Camera Recording Mode (USB cable as power).

Battery Charging Instructions

Charge via power adapter, PC-USB, or car power supply. Full charge takes about 180 minutes.

Product Specifications

Troubleshooting Tips and Techniques

• Cannot take pictures or record video: Check TF card space or if it's locked.
• Dash cam stops automatically during recording: Use a high-speed TF card compatible with SDHC (C4 or C6).
• "File error" during playback: Reformat the TF card using the camera's "Format" function.
• Video quality is not clear: Clean the lens with lens paper.
• Image is very dark (e.g., sky, water): Adjust "EV" value in settings for auto-exposure.
• Color not perfect (cloudy days, indoor light): Ensure White Balance is set to "Auto".
• Horizontal stripe interference: Set "Light Source Frequency" to 50Hz or 60Hz according to local power supply.
• Device crash: Press the RESET button with a pin to restart.

Main Menu Function Introduction

Resolution

Select video recording resolution for clarity.

Picture Quality

Select photo clarity.

Loop Recording

Set video segment length (1-3 minutes).

White Balance

Adjust color tone for different environments (recommend "Auto").

Exposure Selection

Adjust brightness; setting 0 is recommended to avoid license plate blur.

Motion Detection

Records movement in standby; extends recording time but uses more storage.

Camera Audio

Enable/disable audio recording.

Parking Monitor

Records automatically upon vehicle vibration when parked (requires battery power or hardwiring).

WDR (Wide Dynamic Range)

Enhances low-light images for night vision. Recommend disabling during daytime to avoid flickering or reduced daytime clarity.

Time Stamp

Displays date and time on video playback.

G-Sensor

Sensitivity settings (Low, Medium, High) to lock files during impact. If storage fills quickly, reduce sensitivity or disable. Required for Parking Monitor function.

Key Sound

Enable/disable button press sounds.

Time and Date

Set current date and time. Resets on battery depletion.

AUTO ON/OFF

Automatically shuts down after a set time when no SD card or recording is active.

Language Selection

Choose the display language.

Light Source Frequency

Set to match local power frequency (50Hz or 60Hz).

Fill Light

Turn on the LED light.

Screen Saver

Turns off screen backlight after a set time while recording continues.

Format

Formats the memory card (recommended every 15 days). Can delete all locked videos.

Restore Factory Settings

Resets all settings to default.

Firmware Version

Displays the factory production batch number.