Storage Options 53401 - Bike Cam Owner's manual

Brand: Storage Options

Model: 53401 - Bike Cam

Type: Owner's manual

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Bike Cam

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER.

NO USER SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral

triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of non-

insulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that

may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to

alert the user to the presence of important operating and

maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying

the appliance.

WARNING:

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT

EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE

CAUTION:

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, ENSURE THE PLUG

IS FULLY INSERTED INTO A MAINS SOCKET

WARRANTY AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT

To help you make the most of this product you’ll find a host of information including full product manuals, FAQ,

troubleshooting guides and a support service if you have specific questions, available at our support website:

www.storageoptions.com/support.

This product is also backed by a 12 month warranty in the unlikely event of something going wrong. More

information and warranty registration is available at www.storageoptions.com/warranty.

Support:

www.storageoptions.com/support/

Warranty:

www.storageoptions.com/warranty/

TABLE OF CONTENTS

OVERVIEW

PACKAGE CONTENTS

CHARGE THE BATTERY

SYSTEM OPERATION

4.1 – Functionality Overview

4.2 – Insert A Micro SD Card

4.3 – Use The Torch

4.4 – Record Video

4.5 – Capture A Photo

CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER

APPENDIX – PRODUCT SPECIFICATION

OVERVIEW

BikeCam is versatile, lightweight video camera designed for use by cyclists. Once securely mounted on either your

helmet or your handlebars, BikeCam will capture video footage and sound as you cycle. Perfect if you’re concerned

about safety on your commute to work, or for enthusiasts who want to share their favourite routes or tricks on the

Internet.

BikeCam also incorporates a set of bright LED lights so it doubles as your bike’s front light, for use when riding at

night. No need for separate mountings or to carry around extra accessories when you leave your bike unattended.

A quick-release mechanism also ensures that BikeCam can quickly and easily be removed and reattached.

 Very easy to use, capture a record of accidents and incidents

 Incorporates bright LED lights, suitable for night time riding

 4GB Micro SD Card included (1 hour of footage)

 Built-in rechargeable battery, up to 5 hours (video) 10 hours (light)

 Lightweight (<3ozs, 85g) with quick-release handlebar mount

PACKAGE CONTENTS

Check the contents of your Bike Camera package against this checklist. If anything is missing or damaged, please do

not use the system, and inform your supplier as soon as possible.

Bike Cam

Mains adapter

Bike mounting bracket

2x rubber shims for mounting bracket

Helmet mount

4GB Micro SD card

USB cable

Instruction manual

CHARGE THE BATTERY

The Bike Camera has a built-in rechargeable lithium battery. Before first use, it is advised to charge the battery fully

to preserve its life. There are two methods for charging the battery:

1. Connect it to a mains electrical outlet using the supplied adapter.

2. Connect it to a computer using the supplied USB cable.

 While charging, the power LED will flash red.

 When charging is complete, the LED will stay solid red.

NOTE

Charging the battery via computer USB port will take much longer than charging from a mains outlet.

SYSTEM OPERATION

The Bike Camera has three key functions:

 Video camera

 Photo camera

 LED Torch

VIDEO

PHOTO

RESOLUTION

720 x 480 @ 30FPS

1280 x 1024

FORMAT

AVI

JPEG

4.1 – FUNCTIONALITY OVERVIEW

It is important to become familiar with the Bike Cam and its key functionality.

NOTE

In the unlikely event that the camera “locks up” or freezes, it can be restored by pushing the “Reset”

button with a thin object such as a pin.

4.2 – INSERT A MICRO SD CARD

The camera records video and photo files to Micro SD card. Micro SD cards with up to 16GB capacity are

compatible. A 4GB card is included for your convenience. To insert a Micro SD card:

1. Unscrew the Port Cover (anti-clockwise).

2. Push the Micro SD card into the slot until it clicks in place.

To remove the Micro SD card, push it gently until it clicks,

then release, and it will eject.

3. Replace the Port Cover (screw it on clockwise).

4.3 – USE THE TORCH

To turn the LED torch on:

 Press the button.

To turn the LED torch off:

 Press the button again.

NOTE

If the torch does not switch on, the battery needs charging. Please refer to section “Charge The Battery”

(page 5) for instructions on how to recharge.

4.4 – RECORD VIDEO

To record video using the built-in camera:

1. Press the button to turn the camera on.

2. Press the button again. The button will

flash slowly to indicate recording is in progress.

To stop recording:

1. Press the button. The button will flash blue quickly.

2. Press and hold the button to switch the camera off.

NOTE

Video recordings are automatically saved as separate files every 5 minutes. Once the Micro SD card is full,

older recordings will be over-written.

4.5 – CAPTURE A PHOTO

1. Press the button to turn the camera on.

2. Press the button to capture a photograph.

Each time this button is pressed, another photo

will be captured.

3. Press and hold the button to switch the

camera off.

CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER

If your computer has a built-in Micro SD card reader, you can simply remove the Micro SD card from the Bike Cam

and insert it into the reader. The video and photo files will be available from within “My Computer” as usual.

If you do not have a built-in Micro SD card reader, you can actually use the Bike Cam as a card reader by connecting

it to your computer, using the supplied USB cable.

1. Unscrew the Port Cover (anti-clockwise).

2. Connect the mini USB plug to the mini USB socket under the Port Cover.

3. Connect the full-size USB plug into a spare USB socket on your computer. The camera will appear as a new

drive letter in “My Computer”. Browse this drive to view your recorded video and photographs.

APPENDIX – PRODUCT SPECIFICATION

Bike Cam

Sensor:

¼ inch CMOS

Night Vision:

Up to 8 feet using flashlight

Power:

Built-in lithium-ion battery (800mAh)

Power Adapter:

AC 110 – 240V

Memory:

Up to 16GB SD Card

PC Connection:

Mini USB port

Recording Resolution:

Video: 720 x 480 @ 30fps, Photo: 1280 x 1024

OS Support:

Windows XP / Vista / 7, Linux

Storage Options 53401 - Bike Cam Owner's manual

Brand: Storage Options

Model: 53401 - Bike Cam

Type: Owner's manual

This manual is also suitable for

Bike Cam

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