Ring RDC50 User manual

WARNING!

The Dash Cam must not be fitted in a position which obscures the driver’s view of

the road ahead.

Depending on the country of use, recordings made with this device may be

subject to Data Protection Laws. Ensure these are complied with.

If the dash cam is to be used in a commercial environment e.g. taxi or truck, then

CCTV Regulations may apply.

Playback of video which is visible to the driver whilst the vehicle is in motion is

prohibited in some countries.

Only use the supplied power adaptor, otherwise damage may occur to the dash

cam.

Take care when cleaning the dash cam lens and only use a suitable lens cleaner

and a soft cloth.

Do NOT expose this product to rain, moisture or water under any circumstances;

doing so may result in the risk of electric shock or fire.

Do NOT perform servicing other than that contained in the instruction manual,

unless you are qualified to do so.

When installing in a vehicle, always place the device securely against the

windscreen and where possible conceal the power cable under the vehicles

interior trim. Make sure that the power cable doesn’t interfere with the driver’s

controls such as the steering wheel, pedals or gear lever.

Do NOT mount the dash cam in front of an airbag deployment area or in a

position to obscure any interior mirrors.

Do NOT operate whilst driving and only adjust settings or review recordings whilst

stationary.

If in any doubt or for more help and guidance on the installation and operation of

Your RDC please do not hesitate to contact our technical helpline

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PACKAGE CONTENTS

3

RANGE FEATURES

4

CONTROLS

5‐8

GETTING STARTED

9

FORMATTING MEMORY CARD

9

INSTALL POWER CABLE

10

INSTALL DASH CAM MOUNT

10‐11

INSTALL REAR CAMERA

11‐12

APP

12

12‐19

20

21

INSTALLING

USING

MODES

VIDEO

PHOTO

PLAYBACK

21‐22

SETTINGS

22‐25

TROUBLESHOOTING

26

PACKAGE CONTENTS

RDC10 / RDC20 / RDC30

RDC40

RDC50

3

RANGE FEATURES

4

RDC10

RDC20

RDC3O

RDC4O

RDCR

Resolution

720p

1080p

1440p

720p

Frames per second

30

30.30

Viewing angle

120

140

150

180

140

Still Camera Resolution

3MP

8MP

12MP

3MP

Max Memory Card Size

32GB

N/A

Screen Size

2"

2.7’’

3"

N/A

Backup battery

Lithium

N/A

Auto Stop

I

Start

YES

Shock Sensor file protection

YES

Audio recording

YES

N/A

Mount

Magnetic mount with

Suction cup

Magnetic mount with

Suction cup

Direct to window

Adhesive

Direct to window

adhesive

Loop recording.

YES

Wi-F i

YES

Parking: Mode

NO

YES

Compatible with rear camera

NO

YES

N/A

Wide Dynamic Range

NO

YES

N/A

GPS

NO

YES

N/A

YES

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Magnetic mount with

Suction cup

YES

CONTROLS

RDC10

1.

SUCTION CUP

Ensure glass is clean and dirt free before mounting (when removing pull rubber tab)

MOUNT CLAMP

Ensure suction cup is pressed firm against glass before clamping down (pull to release when removing

dash cam)

MINI USB SOCKET

Connect the supplied 12V power cable here

MOUNT ADJUSTMENT

Use to adjust camera angle accordingly

MAGNETIC MOUNT DOCK

Attach supplied magnetic mount here

MEMORY CARD SLOT

Insert MicroSD Card here

MENU BUTTON / MODE BUTTON/ SNAPSHOT BUTTON

Press to enter dash cam settings menu (PRESS OK TO STOP RECORDING FIRST) / long press to switch

modes / during recording press to take instant snapshot

DOWN BUTTON

Use to navigate menu

REC BUTTON (ALSO WORKS AS OK BUTTON)

Press once to start/stop recording / press once to use as OK when in menus

UP BUTTON

Use to navigate menu

LOCK FILE BUTTON

Press once to lock current file

MIC

Records audio during video recording

RESET (recommend suitable size paperclip)

Use small pointy object to insert and press once to reset the dash cam

POWER BUTTON

Press once to switch dash cam ON / Hold down to power OFF

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

9.

10.

11.

12.

13.

14.

5

RDC20 & RDC30

1.

SUCTION CUP

Ensure glass is clean and dirt free before mounting (when removing pull rubber tab)

MOUNT CLAMP

Ensure suction cup is pressed firm against glass before clamping down (pull to release when removing

dash cam)

MINI USB SOCKET

Connect the supplied 12V power cable here

MOUNT ADJUSTMENT

Use to adjust camera angle accordingly

MAGNETIC MOUNT DOCK

Attach supplied magnetic mount here

UP / DOWN BUTTON

Use to navigate menu

MEMORY CARD SLOT

Insert MicroSD Card here

REAR CAMERA (RDCR) CONENCTION (RDC30 ONLY)

Plug rear camera (RDCR) cable into here

LOCK FILE BUTTON

Press once to lock current recording file

MIC

Records audio during video recording

MENU BUTTON / SNAPSHOT

Press once to enter dash cam settings menu (PRESS OK TO STOP RECORDING FIRST)/ during

recording press to take instant snapshot

RESET (recommend suitable size paperclip)

Use small pointy object to insert and press once to hard reset the dash cam

REC BUTTON (ALSO OK BUTTON)

Press once to start/stop recording / press once to use as OK when in menus

MODE BUTTON

Press once to switch modes

POWER BUTTON

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2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

9.

10.

11.

12.

13.

14.

15.

6

RDC40

1.

REAR CAMERA (RDCR) CONNECTION (RDCC40 ONLY)

Plug rear camera (RDCR) cable into here

RESET

(recommend suitable size paperclip)

Use small pointy object to insert and press once to hard reset the dash cam

SNAPSHOT BUTTON / POWER BUTTON

Press once to take snapshot during recording / Hold to switch ON/OFF

MEMORY CARD SLOT

Insert MicroSD Card here

DIRECT TO WINDOW ADHESIVE MOUNT

Ensure glass is clean and dirt free before mounting

MINI USB SOCKET

Connect the supplied 12V power cable here

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

WARNING: BEFORE FIRST USE, CONNECT TO APP (SEE PAGE 12-19)

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RDC50 (Designed for use with RDC30 & RDC40)

1.

DIRECT TO WINDOW ADHESIVE MOUNT

Ensure glass is clean and dirt free before mounting

ADJUSTABLE MOUNT

Adjust accordingly to fit the slope of rear window

POWER AND VIDEO CABLE

This allows connection to front mounted dash cam

2.

3.

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GETTING STARTED

RDC10 – RDC20 – RDC30 – RDC40

To capture video and photos, you need a microSD card (sold separately).

MicroSD CARD

We recommend the use of the following MicroSD card for optimum performance‐

Minimum Class 10 U1 16GB/32GB 30mbs

(Class 10 U3 for Optimum Performance)

NOTICE: Use care when handling memory cards. Avoid liquids, dust and debris. As a precaution, power off the

camera before inserting or removing the card.

SD CARD ERROR – SEE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

If the above error is shown on your dash cam screen please see troubleshooting guide (Page 26)

FORMATTING YOUR MICROSD CARD

Insert a memory card into the slot on side of the dash cam

(Ensure a ‘click’ is heard to confirm the card is fully inserted)

For optimum performance we recommend formatting your card on first use

Formatting erases all of your content, so be sure to download your photos and videos

To format your card select

Menu (setup) > Format SD card

9

To keep your microSD card in good condition and to ensure your dash cam continues to function

properly, reformat it on a regular basis.

INSTALLING POWER CABLE

Route the cable through the vehicle ensuring it is hidden behind the vehicle trim and rubber door

seals where possible

Connect the mini USB connection to the Dash Cam Mount

The dash camera will automatically power on once power is available. For most vehicles this will

happen when the ignition is switched on

Connect power adapter plug to vehicle 12/24 volt accessory socket

INSTALLING DASH CAM MOUNT

RDC10 / RDC20 / RDC30

Ensure removal of plastic sticker from suction mount

Clean area for mounting to ensure it is dust/grease free

Push suction part against window and push down the locking tab

Plug power cable into mini USB connection on mount

To remove mount release locking tab and pull small silicone tab to release pressure before pulling

away from window

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RDC40

Check placement on windscreen before fitting. Ensure camera isn’t causing any obstructions to th

e

driver’s view of the road and also ensure the power cable can be easily inserted into mount. Pl

ease

ensure you have Dash Cam in correct position before applying adhesive mount to windscreen.

Clean area for mounting to ensure it is dust/grease free

Ensure removal of plastic film from adhesive pad

Push adhesive pad onto window in required mounting location

Plug power cable into mini USB connection on mount

RDC50

Check placement on windscreen before fitting. Ensure camera isn’t causing any obstructions to th

e

driver’s view of the road and also ensure the power cable can be easily inserted into mount. Pl

ease

ensure you have Dash Cam in correct position before applying adhesive mount to windscreen.

Check positioning before fully fitting. Mount can be turned round depending on the angle of your

windscreen to achieve best view.

Ensure removal of plastic film from adhesive pad

Clean area for mounting to ensure it is dust/grease free

Push adhesive pad onto window in required mounting location

INSTALLING REAR CAMERA – RDC50

(RDC30 & RDC40 only)

Route the cable through the vehicle. It should be hidden behind the vehicle trim and rubber door

seals where possible.

Take the Rear Dash Cam cable and connect it to the Front Dash Cam.

Check placement on windscreen before fitting. Ensure camera isn’t causing any obstructions to the

driver’s view of the road and also ensure the power cable can be easily inserted into mount. Please

ensure you have Dash Cam in correct position before applying adhesive mount to windscreen.

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Check positioning before fully fitting. Mount can be turned round depending on the angle of your

windscreen to achieve best view

Ensure the area for mounting is clean and grease/dust free`

Remove backing film from camera mount and place in required area.

The rear camera will automatically power on once power is available to the main dash cam. For

most vehicles this will happen when the ignition is switched on

INSTALLING APP

Google Play Store

Follow the APP's on‐screen instructions to connect your camera

USING APP

Once installed please follow these steps for APP setup between dash cam and mobile device

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RING DC / RING DASH CAM / RING DASHCAM /

The Ring app lets you control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. Features

include live preview, playback and downloading of content.

CONNECTING TO THE APP FOR THE FIRST TIME

Dash cam default password 66668888 (For RDC10/20/30/40)

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

Ensure you are within 2metre range of your dash cam

Switch mobile device Wi‐Fi ON

On dash cam select Menu (setup) > Wi‐Fi setup > On

Select dash cam SSID from your mobile Wi‐Fi available connections list

Once connection is made open APP

Select the RING DC

APP on your mobile device

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RING

1

2

5

4

3

6

1.

DASH CAM VIDEOS

Select this option to view the recordings that are currently on your dash cam

Select to view

Video/Picture/Locked

files

(G‐Sensor triggered files)

Press to download your

selected file from

your dash

cam

Once downloaded your selected video

you can then playback through the

APP.

This allows you to do the following

options –

1.

2.

3.

Pause and take a snapshot

Share the file

Delete

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Press pause and then

select the snapshot

button to take a picture

Select to delete current file

Selecting the share button will allow you to open up all the APP’s installed on your mobile device

to

allow sharing. Select the one you are wanting to use (please be aware file size limitations vary from

APP to APP so we advise checking with the person/s you are sharing with to ensure they can receive

the size of file you are sharing)

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Screenshot your mobile phone when in the Ring APP

2.

DOWNLOADED RECORDINGS

All files downloaded from the dash cam will be shown under DOWNLOADED RECORDINGS

In this menu you can view, share and delete your saved files

3.

JOURNEY INFO (RDC30 & RDC40 ONLY)

Using the GPS feature built into the RDC30 & RDC40 you can see relevant journey

information such as time travelled and distance

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4. SETTINGS

The settings menu allows you to fully setup your dash cam from the Ring APP

Change the

length or

recording

time. Default

is 3min

Adjust Video and

image quality to

achieve longer

recording time but

at a reduced quality

image

Add date stamp

to your

recording, have

audio recording

enabled or

disabled and

have your

screen avoid

distraction

when driving

Adjust Gsensor

sensitivity to

control when

your camera

needs to lock a

file

Please see

formatting

instructions in

user manual

(Page 23)

Restore all

camera settings

to default

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Screenshot your mobile phone when in the Ring APP

5.

RING DC

Selecting RING DC from the main menu allows you to go into live view mod

e.

From the Live View mode you can:

1.

2.

View the live image as being seen by the dash cam

Start/stop recording (Press record button to start or stop recording live with dash

cam)

View recordings (Select to view recordings list)

Take snapshots (Press when video is paused)

Switch between Front & Rear camera (RDC30/RDC40/RDCR only)

Change settings (Press to enter main dash cam settings)

3.

4.

5.

6.

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6.

TROUBLESHOOTING

During use of your dash cam if you have any issues check this screen for FAQ’s

on how to resolve any problems. (see user manual Page 26)

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