TaoTronics Car DVR User Manual - Dash Cameras

1 1 TaoTronics Car DVR user Manual Model NO.: TT-CD05 2 Table of Contents About Car DVR .. 5 Cautions .. 5 Key Functions .. 5 Loop Recording .. 5 G-Sensor .. 5 Motion Detection .. 6 Auto Power On/Off with Ignition .. 6 Package Content .. 6 Product Diagram .. 7 DVR .. 7 Mounting Bracket .. 8 Control Functions .. 9 LED Indicators .. 9 Operation Instruction .. 9 Insert TF Card .. 9 Power On/Off .. 10 Video / Camera / Playback Mode .. 10 Video Mode .. 10 Start Video Recording .. 10 Video Mode Setting .. 11 a. Resolution .. 12 b. Loop Recording Time Setting .. 12 c. WDR .. 12 d. Motion Detection .. 12 e. Auto Power On/Off .. 12 f. Power Off Delay .. 13 g. Power ON Delay .. 13 h. Record Audio .. 13 i.

2 Date Stamp .. 13 j. Collision Sensor Sensitivity Setting .. 14 3 Camera Mode .. 14 Camera Mode .. 14 Camera Setting .. 15 a. Camera resolution .. 15 b. Capture Mode .. 15 c. Sequence .. 16 d. Image Quality .. 16 e. Sharpness .. 16 f. Color .. 16 g. Quick Preview .. 17 h. Date Stamp .. 17 Playback Mode .. 17 System Setting .. 18 1. Set Date/Time .. 18 2. Plate Number on Video .. 19 3. Auto Power Off .. 20 4. Beep Sound .. 20 5. Language .. 20 6. TV Mode .. 20 7. Light Source Frequency .. 20 8. Screen Saver .. 21 9. Exposure .. 21 10. White Balance .. 21 11. Format .. 21 12. Default Setting .. 21 13. Version .. 22 Installation .. 22 Mounting and Removal .. 22 Cable Layout .. 24 connect to Computer .. 24 HDMI Connection.

3 24 Specifications .. 25 Warranty .. 25 4 Thank you for choosing TaoTronics TT-CD05 Car DVR. Please read this Manual carefully and keep it for future reference. If you need any assistance, please contact TaoTronics support by email at 5 About Car DVR TaoTronics Car DVR integrates video recording, picture taking and external storage into a multi-function high-resolution digital recorder with HDMI and media output. It is widely used for providing recorded footage for purposes of accident compensation / insurance, but can also be used to record driving for fun and leisure. Cautions For your own safety, please do not install or operate while driving Before first time use, we recommend format the DVR memory card Built-in battery life is around 30 minutes; please connect to power source for daily use Before mounting the DVR, make sure both the suction cup and the mounting area are dry and clean Low power may result in an unstable screen connection.

4 To resolve this issue, please recharge the device Do not remove the DVR mount with force Do not dismantle or open the DVR Do not put any weight on the DVR as it may damage the screen Do not scratch with sharp objects If camera is not responding, please try to reset it by pressing the reset button Please keep the camera and lens clean Key Functions Loop Recording The DVR will keep recording until the storage is full. When this happens, the DVR will overwrite the earliest recording with new footage. This feature enables the DVR to record non-stop with limited storage space. G-Sensor The DVR comes with G-sensor, which detects movement, acceleration and deceleration. In the event of a collision or unexpected acceleration the DVR will protect the most recent footage from being overwritten.

5 During normal recording, press the MENU button will protect the current recording from being overwritten by other recordings. Press again to clear this setting. 6 Motion Detection When motion detection is on, the DVR will automatically record any movement that is detected in front of the camera. This feature MUST be turned off during normal driving / recording. The primary purpose of motion detection is for video surveillance. When parking your car on the street, power the DVR via any USB power source, and let the DVR record any movement in front of the camera. This function is also useful when you install the DVR at home for anti-theft purpose when away or on-holiday. Auto Power On/Off with Ignition When connected with the car charger (provided), TaoTronics DVR will automatically power on with car ignition.

6 After turning off the car, t h e DVR will also save current recording and turn off. Package Content 1. TaoTronics Car DVR (Model: TT-CD05) 2. Windshield Mount 3. Car Charger 7 4. USB Cable 5. TF Card 6. user Manual Product Diagram DVR 1. Camera 2. Screen 3. Power Button 4. Up Button 5. Menu Button 6. OK/Confirm Button 7. Mode Button 8. Down Button 9. TF Card Slot 10. HDMI Connector 11. Microphone 8 12. Speaker 13. Reset Button 14. GPS (GPS Module is optional) 15. AV-OUT 16. Mount 17. USB Mounting Bracket 1. Release Tab 2. Suction Cup 3. Locking Lever 4. Adjusting knob 9 Control Functions LED Indicators Red Power indicator, becomes red when connected to power source Blue Work indicator, slowly flashes when video recording Operation Instruction Insert TF Card Please insert the TF card into the TF card slot with care.

7 It supports up to 32 GB of storage. POWER Press and hold to turn On / Off MENU Press to enter menu. In recoding mode, press to activate SOS file protection MODE Switch between different modes, short press to take photo when video recording UP Up/Previous/Zoom In DOWN Down/Next/Zoom out, short press to mute when video recording OK OK RESET Press the reset hole with a needle-like object when system is not responding 10 Power On/Off Battery Powered - Press and hold the POWER button to turn the DVR On/Off; Auto Power On/Off with Ignition If powered by the car charger, the DVR will automatically turn on when you start your car. When turning off your car, the DVR will automatically turn off after the preset delay time (change in setting) Note: when not connected to any power source and battery level is low, the DVR will automatically save and turn off.

8 Video / Camera / Playback Mode When powered on, the DVR will enter video mode by default. Press the MODE button to cycle through Video / Camera / Playback mode. Video Mode - Start Video Recording Manual Video Recording - When battery powered (not connected to car charger), turn on the DVR by pressing and holding the POWER button. Press the OK button to start/stop recording; Automatic Video Recording- When powered by car charger, the DVR will automatically turn on and start recording when car is started. Note: Remember to insert TF card before video recording. 1. Video Mode 2. Loop Duration 11 3. Motion Detection 4. WDR 5. G-Sensor 6. Exposure 7. TF-Card 8. Date / Time Stamp 9. Charging 10. Sound Recording 11.

9 Recording time 12. Resolution Note: Icons in the diagram will vary according to settings - Video Mode Setting Press the MENU button inside video mode to enter video setting. If the DVR is recording, please press OK button first to pause recording and press MENU button to enter Video Mode Setting page. Function Description Resolution Select from: 1080 FHD/720P/WVGA/VGA Loop Recording Select length of loop recording: off / 2 min / 3 min /5 min WDR Wide Dynamic Recording, enable this feature will improve video quality Motion Detection When motion is detected, the camera will start recording automatically. Auto Power On/Off When enabled, DVR will automatically power on and start recording when power is supplied.

10 Power Off Delay Set the interval between power cut and automatically turning off: OFF/10s/20s/30s Power ON Delay Set the interval between power is supplied and automatically turning ON: OFF/10s/20s/30s Record Audio Record sound with video: On/Off Date Stamp When enabled, video will have date stamp G-Sensor Setting Set the sensitivity of collision sensor Off/Low/Medium/High 12 a. Resolution Press Up/Down Button in video mode to select resolution. Press OK button to enter the setting page and press Up/Down button to select resolution, and then press OK button to confirm. Press Menu or Mode button to exit the setting. This setting is to set video resolution, the higher the resolution, the better the video quality.