DOD RC400S, User Manual

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Page 3: ...1 Installing Your Camera 13 Basic Camera Operation 15 Mobile viewer DOD Dash Cam Application 16 Functions of DOD Dash Cam APP iOS 17 Functions of DOD Dash Cam APP Android 21 Camera Settings 25 Camera Modes 29 Playback on PC DOD Video Player 30 Transferring Files 31 Firmware Update 32 RC400S Specifications 33 RC500S Specifications 33 1 ...

Page 4: ...es GPS data 10 times per second recording your speed and location accurately Date and time Automatically synchronizes with the atomic clock Advanced WDR Technology Stunning Videos in Any Light WDR technology well balanced exposure for any condition It makes night shots brighter and prevents overexposure to create the clearest image Traffic Camera Alert Remind you of approaching fixed speed camera ...

Page 5: ...onnectivity View Remotely with The Free DOD APP No need to wait any longer whenever you would like to replay the exciting moments Simply transfer or visualize files from the dash cam s memory right from your smartphone tablet via the dedicated DOD APP iOS and Android compatible 145º Wide Angle of View Wide angle wide view without distortion The brand new designed optical lens captures images with ...

Page 6: ...emergency brake occurs or the car tilts the device will lock the current video files automatically Important files will not be overwritten by loop recording Loop Recording When the storage space is full it can automatically overwrite the unprotected files Adjustable Circular Polarizing Filter Adjustable filter reduces windshield glare and enhances saturation at the same time 4 ...

Page 7: ... adapters or cords If damaged please disconnect the power adapter and contact DOD Tech Support for assistance Do not pull insert or bend the power cable using excessive force Do not operate or handle power cable with wet hands In specified cars the power may be constantly supplied to the device even the engine is turned off This may drain the vehicle battery The optional DOD DP4 kit equipped with ...

Page 8: ...Package Contents Dash Cam User Guide Rear Dash Cam Car Power Adaptor Rear Cam Connection Cable CPL Note Supplied accessories may vary by region 6 ...

Page 9: ...Optional Accessories DP4 DP4 hardwiring kit offers constant source and prevent battery drain with low voltage protection 7 ...

Page 10: ... Audio Recording Function Display OFF During standby recording mode Press button once to turn voice recording ON OFF A 3E AWi Fi Connection Press once to turn on off Wi Fi for smart device connection Press once to exit parking surveillance mode if enable then press again to turn on W Fi A 4E AReset Button Press to force the device to reboot 8 ...

Page 11: ...al locked on Green LED Flashing GPS locating whether audio disabled or enabled REC ON Red LED solid Stand by OFF Red LED off Dash cam off not recording Red LED Flashing Recording video Parking Surveillance Mode Stand by Light up in order and loop REC Recording All 3 lights flash together A 6E AHolder Release Press release lock mechanism to adjust angle or slide dash camera out of mounting bracket ...

Page 12: ...icro USB Port For use with the supplied DOD Car Power Adaptor or USB data cable A 9E AMicroSD Slot Requires a micro SDHC SDXC card class 10 or above Supports up to 128GB A 10E A Rear Cam Connection Port AV IN RC400S RC500S 10 ...

Page 13: ...D Tech recommends formatting your SD card every two weeks within the camera Note After formatting the SD card all data will be deleted Be sure that you have backed up the important files Estimated Video Recording Length Dual 1080p Full HD form Storage Quality Recording length 16GB 120 minutes 2 hours 32GB 250 minutes 4 2 hours 64GB 505 minutes 8 4 hours 128GB 995 minutes 16 6 hours Video recording...

Page 14: ... Camera Wi Fi to Your Smart Device Download the DOD APP from APP Store on your smart device Press the Wi Fi connection button on the camera to activate The white LED will flash Camera connection settings and viewing files can now be done within the APP see instruction in Page 16 27 5 Access to Settings Upon powering up the camera for the first time or after upgrading the firmware on the device you...

Page 15: ...Installing Your Camera 13 ...

Page 16: ... horizon line to minimize glare 4 Install the Car Power Adapter If you have not done so previously insert the micro USB plug into the port of the camera and insert the power adapter into the cigarette lighter socket of your car The wiring can be hidden in the headliner seams and rubber strips around the perimeter of the windshield 5 Remove the Lens Protector Film Your camera is now installed and r...

Page 17: ...era manually simply unplug the USB cable Continuously powered electrical outlet allows the camera to capture videos while you are away but it will result in vehicle battery drainage and may eventually prevent your car from starting DOD Tech recommend to use DP4 power kit for needs of parking surveillance Video Directory Videos will be saved on the memory card and or in internal storage Normal driv...

Page 18: ...ble the camera to AP mode Access Point Mode by pressing button The white LED light will flash while sending out the Wi Fi signal 2 Open the Wi Fi setting page on your smart device and choose your DOD dashcam network to connect Default key 12345678 can be changed once access to DOD Dash Cam in setting menu within DOD APP on your smart device 3 Your smart device and camera are now connected Note The...

Page 19: ...ction is enabled by pressing the Wi Fi button White LED light will be flashing For iOS Platform To connect the smart device firstly access to Settings folder on your iOS device Select your DOD Dash Cam model and enter the default password to connect Password 12345678 Note Password can be changed in dash cam settings 17 ...

Page 20: ... touching the left right arrow or swipe across the screen 2 Touch the green GO icon to continue When no dash cam is connected this page is shown A 1E ATo access to connection page A 2E ATo review connection instruction A 3E AAccess to files directory smart device storage A 4E AAccess to setting options 18 ...

Page 21: ...ction Settings Press to enter the menu setting Settings can only be changed when recording has stopped Video Recording Press to start or stop the recording Settings can only be changed when recording is stopped A 1E AMicrophone Record Mute A 2E ASnap Shot A 3E ADim Display Wake up A 4E ADash Cam Connection Control Panel A 5E ASpeed Indicator A 6E AReal Time Streaming from Dash Cam A 7E AThumbnail ...

Page 22: ...ew Mode A 2E ADownload File to Your Smart Device A 3E AAll Files A 4E ADisplay Video Files Only A 5E ADisplay Photo Files Only NOTE After downloaded to local storage on your smart device will appear indicating the file can be share via various social network such as Facebook Instagram etc 20 ...

Page 23: ...ion is enabled by pressing the Wi Fi button White LED light will be flashing For Android Platform To connect your smart device firstly access Settings folder on your Android devices Select your DOD Dash Cam model and enter the default password to connect Password 12345678 Note Password can be changed in dash cam settings 21 ...

Page 24: ... review connection instruction A 3E AAccess to files directory smart device storage A 4E AAccess to setting options A 1E AConfirm A 2E AQuick access to Wi Fi settings on your smart device A 3E ACamera switch A 4E ACamera quick settings Files directory A 5E ALink to switchable DOD dash cams 22 ...

Page 25: ...ngs Press to enter the menu setting Settings can only be changed when recording has stopped Video Recording Press to start or stop the recording Settings can only be changed when recording is stopped A 1E AMicrophone Record Mute A 2E ASnap Shot A 3E ADim Display Wake up A 4E ADash Cam Connection Control Panel A 5E ASpeed Indicator A 6E AReal Time Streaming from Dash Cam A 7E AThumbnail of Last Vid...

Page 26: ...ew Mode A 2E ADownload File to Your Smart Device A 3E AAll Files A 4E ADisplay Video Files Only A 5E ADisplay Photo Files Only NOTE After downloaded to local storage on your smart device will appear indicating the file can be share via various social network such as Facebook Instagram etc 24 ...

Page 27: ... off loop recording will result in 30 minutes per video until the memory card is full and will not continue recording after For downloading files onto a smart device 1 minute files are faster Camera time Choice of Synchronizing with GPS or set manually Volume Setting Choice of High Mid Low OFF if the volume setting is off all voice notifications and alerts will be muted Set Time Zone Sets the curr...

Page 28: ...cle is stationary for over 10 minutes 1 Automatically records videos both front and rear when motion is detected within view range of front or rear camera 2 Automatically records and locks recording videos both front and rear when excessive force of impact is detected by G sensor 3 Camera only records when motion or impact is detected 4 Unit will return to normal recording mode if vehicle moves co...

Page 29: ...tory Reset Reverts all settings back to the original factory default Camera Wi Fi Settings Shows the name on Wi Fi network and its password password can be changed to prevent access by others Password should be 8 or more alphanumerical only APP Version Shows current APP version APP Name This APP by DOD Tech is called DOD CAM Maps Choice of maps varies from smart device platforms iOS has choice of ...

Page 30: ...Auto Connect If enable APP will automatically connect known dashcam without connecting manually Clear Cache Delete cache can free up RAM space for smoother APP operation 28 ...

Page 31: ...gs Press to access camera setting page Recording Mode Photo Mode 2 Quick Functions You can access to three different functions details as follow Snap Shot Press to take a snap shot of current camera view Screen Brightness Press to dim the display of your smart device or press it again to resume Audio On Off Press to turn audio recording on or off 3 Thumbnail This shows the last photo or video file...

Page 32: ...e software from DOD Tech s website and follow instructions for installation Suggested System Requirements Windows XP or higher i3 or better with at least 2GB Ram Mac OSX 10 6 4 or higher Launching the DOD Video Player Once launched the player will appear on your screen Click the Player icon below to view instruction video Please ensure internet access before viewing instruction video Video Display...

Page 33: ...r videos simultaneously Make sure to turn on PIP function from top menu before playback for dual cam models Click on main or secondary display to exchange display location Transferring Files Video files can be transferred to your electronic device for viewing and storage USB Cable 1 Connect a USB cable from the camera s USB port to computer 2 Your computer should now detect a new device The memory...

Page 34: ...the temperature range or the device may be damaged and or malfunction which these circumstances are not covered by warranty DOD is NOT responsible for the loss of any recorded video during operation due to unexpected factors or force majeure when driving The video recordings filmed by this Dash Cam are intended for personal use ONLY Suggested to use Class 10 and MLC flash memory cards DOD Tech rec...

Page 35: ...rating Temperature 20 C 65 C RC500S Specifications Video Resolution F 1920x1080 30fps R 1920x1080 30fps Sensor SONY STARVIS CMOS sensor Wide Angle Lens F 145 R 140 Aperture f 1 6 both front and rear ISO Sensitivity up to ISO 12800 Display N A Video Format H 264 MOV Recording Media micro SDHC SDXC Card Up to 128GB Audio Mic and Speaker Mono Equipped Battery Supercapacitor Power Input 5V 1 5A Size F...

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