Genius DVR-FHD600 User manual

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Contents

About this Guide.....................................................3

FCC Statement........................................................3

WEEE Notice...........................................................3

Notes on Installation ..............................................4

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Introduction.........................................5

1.1

System Requirements ..................................5

1.2

Features.........................................................5

1.3

Package Contents.........................................6

1.4

External View.................................................7

1.5

Remote Control.............................................8

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Getting Started ..................................10

2.1

Install the LCD Panel ..................................10

2.2

Insert the SD Card....................................... 11

2.3

Install in Vehicles........................................12

2.3.1

Mount to Windshield............................12

2.3.2

Adjust Device Position.........................13

2.4

Connect to Power........................................14

2.5

Power On / Off.............................................14

2.5.1

Auto Power On/Off...............................14

2.5.2

Manual Power On/Off..........................14

2.6

Set Initial Settings.......................................14

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Using the Mobile Camera..................15

3.1

Record Videos.............................................15

3.1.1

The Recording Screen.........................16

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3.1.2

Use LED / Infrared Light......................17

3.1.3

Emergency Recording.........................17

3.1.4

Take Snapshot.....................................17

3.2

Change Modes and Settings......................18

3.2.1

Switch Recording Modes.....................18

3.2.2

Adjust Recording Settings ...................19

3.3

Playback Videos and Photos......................21

3.3.1

Playback Videos..................................22

3.3.2

Slow Motion Playback..........................24

3.3.3

View Photos.........................................25

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Playback and Other Settings............27

4.1

Camera Settings..........................................27

4.1.1

Time Setup ..........................................27

4.1.2

Format SD Card ..................................27

4.1.3

Language Setup..................................28

4.1.4

Voice....................................................29

4.2

Playback Settings .......................................30

4.2.1

Protect File ..........................................30

4.2.2

Delete File ...........................................31

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Installing the Software ......................32

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Editing Software................................33

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Specifications....................................34

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About this Guide

The content of this Quick Guide is as accurate as possible. However, due to continuous

product improvements, specifications and other information are subject to change without

notice. In case of any discrepancy between this guide and the device, use the device as the

basis.

FCC Statement

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:

1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

4. 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.

FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party

responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

WEEE Notice

Disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment and/or Battery by

users in private households in the European Union

This symbol on the product or on the packaging indicates that this can not be

disposed of as a household waste. You must dispose of your waste

equipment and/or battery by handling it over to the applicable take-back

scheme for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment and/or battery.

For more information about recycling of this equipment and/or battery, please contact your

city office, the shop where you purchased the equipment or your household waste disposal

service. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it

is recycled in a manner that protects human health and environment.

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Notes on Installation

1. Install the device near the rear-view mirror to obtain the best

open-field view.

2. Make sure that the lens is within the wiping range of the

windscreen wiper to ensure a clear view even when it rains.

3. Do not install the device within the working range of an airbag.

4. Do not install the device on a tinted window. Doing so may

damage the tint film.

5. Make sure that the installation position is not hindered by the

tinted window.

6. Do not place electronic devices near the camera. Doing so may

interfere with the device signal.

7. Make sure your camera was powered off before you get out of

the car.

WARNING ON AIRBAGS

Do not install the device on the cap of an airbag or within

the working range of an airbag. The manufacturer shall not

be held liable for any injury or death caused by a vehicle

crash or any problems that may arise concerning the

airbag.

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1 Introduction

Thank you for purchasing this advanced Digital Mobile Camera. This

Mobile Camera is a multi-sports-usage device ideal for use in cars,

while cycling or engaging in water sports activities, etc.

1.1 System Requirements

For Windows:

• Windows XP SP2 / Vista / Win 7

• Processor with at least Pentium IV 3.2GHz / AMD Athlon FX

2.6GHz or higher

• 2GB RAM at least

• nVIDIA Geforce 7600GT / Ati X1600 series or later

• USB port

• 16-bit color display compatible monitor

(1280x1024, 32-bit color display recommended)

• 250 MB of available hard disk space

• CD-ROM drive

For Macintosh:

• Mac OS 10.4 or higher

• Power Mac G3 or higher

• Minimum 256MB RAM

• 110MB of available hard disk space

• USB port

• CD-ROM drive

1.2 Features

• Full HD camera (1920x1080 @ 30fps)

• 3.0” Touch screen

• Wide angle lens

• 10 seconds post recording

• Infrared night vision

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• High power LED for low light environments

• Emergency button

• Supports SDHC up to 32GB

1.3 Package Contents

The package contains the following items. In case there is any

missing or damaged item, contact your dealer immediately.

Digital mobile camera LCD panel Bracket

Quick guide Car adapter CD-ROM

Pouch

AC adapter (optional) USB cable (optional)

Remote control

(optional)

HDMI cable (optional)

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1.4 External View

Top View

Bottom View

Front View

Rear View

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No.

Item

No.

Item

1 LCD Panel Connector

9 Power Connector

2 Microphone 10 Infrared Light

3 LED/Infrared Button

11 Wide Angle Lens

4 Record Button 12 IR Receiver

5 Power Button 13 LED Light

6 Bracket socket 14 SD Card Slot

7 Speaker 15 Reset Button

8 HDMI Connector

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1.5 Remote Control

The remote control is an optional accessory. Contact your dealer to

purchase.

No.

Description

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• In Recording mode, press to start or stop recording.

• In Playback mode, press to start or stop playback.

2 Press to enter Settings menu or confirm a selection.

3

• In Recording mode, press to enable

Emergency

recording.

• In Playback mode, press to decrease volume, rewind,

move left, or go to the previous file.

4 Press to switch between Driving mode and Standard mode.

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• In Recording mode, press to enter Playback mode.

• In Playback mode, press to return to the previous

screen.

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Press to toggle LED On → Infrared On → Off or move up.

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2

3

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4

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10

9

No.

Description

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• In Playback mode, press to move forward or next.

• During video playback, press to increase volume.

8 Press to toggle Full HD and HD resolution or move down.

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• In Recording mode, press to toggle wide angle view.

• In Playback mode, press to increase volume, forward, or

move right, or go to the next file.

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Press to capture a snap shot of the current scene.

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2 Getting Started

2.1 Install the LCD Panel

1. Slide to open the LCD panel connector

cover.

2. Align the connectors on the camera and the LCD panel and

then push to lock the LCD panel in place.

To remove the LCD panel, press the panel button and then pull the

LCD panel.

Note: Do not press or put pressure on the LCD screen. Doing so may damage the screen.

Step2

Step1

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2.2 Insert the SD Card

1. Slide to open the connectors cover (if necessary).

2. With the SD card contacts facing the USB and power

connectors, insert and push the SD card into the slot until it

clicks into place.

To remove the SD card, push to eject the SD card out of the slot.

Note: Do not remove or insert the SD card when the Mobile Camera is turned on. This may

damage the SD card.

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2.3 Install in Vehicles

2.3.1 Mount to Windshield

1. Press and hold the PUSH button and pull

to detach the bracket base.

2. Attach the bracket base to the

device.

3. With the suction-cup laying

flat, position the suction-cup

on the windshield.

4. Press down the clamp to

mount the bracket to the

windshield.

Step1

Step2

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5. Press and hold the PUSH button and connect the base to the

bracket.

6. Release the PUSH button and make sure the base is securely

locked in place.

2.3.2 Adjust Device Position

Knob

Rotate the knob to swivel

the device vertically.

Knob

Rotate the knob to swivel the

device horizontally up to 360°.

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2.4 Connect to Power

Use only the supplied car adapter to power up the device and

charge the built-in battery.

Connect the car adapter to the

power connector of the Mobile

Camera and then plug the other

end to the vehicle’s lighter

socket.

2.5 Power On / Off

2.5.1 Auto Power On/Off

Once the vehicle engine is started, the Mobile Camera automatically

turns on and starts recording.

Once the vehicle engine shuts down, the Mobile Camera

automatically saves the recording and turns off the power within 10

seconds.

Note: Please turn off the power of camera manually if camera doesn’t power off

automatically when you switch off car engine.

2.5.2 Manual Power On/Off

To manually turn on the power, press the Power button.

To turn off, press and hold the Power button

for at least 2 seconds.

2.6 Set Initial Settings

Before using the Mobile Camera, you may want to set up the screen

language and date and time settings. See Camera Settings on page

27.

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3 Using the Mobile Camera

3.1 Record Videos

The Mobile Camera has two recording modes:

• Driving mode: Ideal to record videos while driving.

• Standard mode: Ideal to record all other types of videos.

By default the Mobile Camera is set to Driving mode. When the

vehicle engine starts up, the Mobile Camera automatically turns on

and starts recording.

Recording automatically stops when the engine is

switched off. Or, press the Record button to stop

recording manually.

In Standard mode, press the Record button to start

recording. Press the Record button again to stop

recording. See Change Modes and Settings on page 18.

Notes:

1. Recording in car driving mode, file format *.TS saved in SD card every 5 minutes. If the

memory of SD card is full, the oldest file in the SD card will be overwritten.

2. Recording in standard mode, file format *.MOV saved in SD card continuously and stop

recording till memory card is full.

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3.1.1 The Recording Screen

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3

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Note: The Emergency icon is available only in Driving mode.

No.

Icon Item

Description

1

Record mode

Indicates video

recording is in progress.

2

Emergency icon

Press to save the

recording as a protected

file.

3

LED/Infrared icon

The white icon indicates

LED light is on. The red

icon indicates infrared

light is on.

4

Charger

Charger is connected.

5

Duration

Indicates the recording

duration.

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3.1.2 Use LED / Infrared Light

During video recording, press the LED/Infrared button to

toggle among LED On → Infrared On → Off.

Note: Turn off LED or infrared lights when the battery is low.

3.1.3 Emergency Recording

During video recording, press to automatically save the current

recording as a protected file.

Note: Emergency recording is available only in Driving mode.

3.1.4 Take Snapshot

The Mobile Camera allows you to take snapshots while recording

videos.

During video recording, press “Snapshot” on the

remote control to take a snapshot of the current scene.

The resolution of a snapshot varies depending on the

current Video recording resolution. See table below.

Video Resolution Image Resolution

FHD 1920 X 1080

HD 1280 X 720

Note:

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Snapshot is available only while recording videos and when a remote control is being

used.

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Remote control is an optional accessory. Contact your dealer to purchase.

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3.2 Change Modes and Settings

From the standby screen, you can switch modes and adjust the

resolution, screen orientation, wide angle view, and other camera

settings.

3.2.1 Switch Recording Modes

To toggle between recording modes, touch or .

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3.2.2 Adjust Recording Settings

To adjust the recording settings, do the following:

1. If recording is in progress, press the Record button to stop

recording. The standby screen is displayed.

2. Touch the corresponding icons to toggle the recording settings.

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2

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5

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No.

Icon Item

Description

Driving mode

1

Standard

mode

Touch to toggle between Driving

mode and Standard mode.

2

Resolution

Touch to toggle between Full HD

and HD resolution.

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No.

Icon Item

Description

3

Rotate screen

Touch to rotate the screen display

by 180°.

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Settings menu

Touch to enter the settings menu.

See Playback and Other Settings

on page 27.

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Wide Angle

Touch to toggle wide angle view

115° → 85° → 47°.

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Playback

mode

Touch to enter Playback mode.

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