Kenwood DRV-A301W, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...ormation the latest Instruction Manual etc is available from https www kenwood com cs ce For your records Record the serial number found on the back of the unit in the spaces designated on the warranty card and in the space provided below Refer to the model and serial numbers whenever you can upon your KENWOOD dealer for information or service on the product Model DRV A301W Serial Number__________...

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Page 3: ...y Features Parts Name and Functions Installation and Connection Initial Settings Basic Operation Settings Connection with Computer Using the Desktop Software Using the Smartphone App Troubleshooting Appendix Specifications 01 01 02 09 09 10 13 17 19 29 31 32 42 50 52 55 Contents ...

Page 4: ...e here are a few tips from the designers 1 Reduce the amount of sky in the picture By adjusting the device towards the road the automatic exposure compensation will be focused on the road and not the light from the sky 2 Position the device in the center of the dash If you place the device behind the rearview mirror you will avoid all distractions from the road 3 Remove any objects that will obstr...

Page 5: ... event of moisture condensation allow the device to dry out completely before use The screen surface can easily be scratched Avoid touching it with sharp objects Nonadhesive generic screen protectors designed specifically for use on portable devices with LCD panels may be used to help protect the screen from minor scratches Never clean your device with the power on Use a soft lint free cloth to wi...

Page 6: ...ting surface If the device is re affixed or mounted using for example general purpose double sided tape the adhesion strength may weaken and cause the device to fall After mounting the device leave it for 24 hours before use to enable the mounting strength of the adhesive mount to improve Failing to do so may result in the adhesion of the adhesive mount becoming weak and the device falling Fix the...

Page 7: ...AN Rappresentante UE JVCKENWOOD Europe B V Amsterdamseweg 37 1422 AC UITHOORN PAESI BASSI Declaración de conformidad con respecto a la Directiva RE 2014 53 UE Declaración de conformidad con respecto a la Directiva RoHS 2011 65 UE Fabricante JVCKENWOOD Corporation 3 12 Moriyacho Kanagawa ku Yokohama shi Kanagawa 221 0022 JAPAN Representante en la UE JVCKENWOOD Europe B V Amsterdamseweg 37 1422 AC U...

Page 8: ...ernet Español Por la presente JVCKENWOOD declara que el equipo de radio DRV A301W cumple la Directiva 2014 53 EU El texto completo de la declaración de conformidad con la UE está disponible en la siguiente dirección de internet Português Deste modo a JVCKENWOOD declara que o equipamento de radio DRV A301W está em conformidade com a Diretiva 2014 53 UE O texto integral da declaração de conformidade...

Page 9: ...yhlasuje že rádiové zariadenie DRV A301W vyhovuje smernici 2014 53 EÚ Celý text EÚ vyhlásenia o zhode nájdete na nasledovnej internetovej adrese Dansk Herved erklærer JVCKENWOOD at radioudstyret DRV A301W er i overensstemmelse med Direktiv 2014 53 EU EUoverensstemmelseserklæringens fulde ordlyd er tilgængelig på følgende internetadresse Norsk JVCKENWOOD erklærer herved at radioutstyret DRV A301W e...

Page 10: ... FCC WARNING This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made FCC NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the li...

Page 11: ...me aux CNR d Innovation Sciences et Développement économique Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence L exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes 1 L appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage 2 L appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi même si le brouillage est susceptible d en compromettre le fonctionnement ATTENTION Cet équipement est conform...

Page 12: ...button around the screen you are able to save an individual file Automatic Start Stop Tech The dashboard camera comes with built in sensors that automatically turn the device on and off with the vehicle Built In Microphone Speaker A built in microphone and speaker come standard The feature also works with the device s playback feature GPS Data Dashboard camera is able to record your location and s...

Page 13: ... Button File Protect Simply press the button to protect the current video file from overwriting Note If the button is pressed within the first third of a video clip the previous clip will also be protected If the button is pressed within the final third of a video clip the next clip will also be protected if recording continues Wireless Link Press and hold for three seconds to turn on the Wireless...

Page 14: ...nd playback modes Screen Shot While you are recording in video mode press the button and you will be able to take a screenshot of the current frame Screen The device is equipped with a standard 2 7 LCD color screen to let you view Status LED Indicator Red Power On Red Flashing Recording Blue Charging Connector Port Attach the magnetic connector to the connector port Speaker System sound and record...

Page 15: ...SD card here Push your memory card into the slot until you hear a click microSD card is inserted into microSD Card Slot at the factory shipment condition 12 AV Output The device can be connected to other screen by using the AV cable commercially available 13 TIP If you cannot hear the CLICK take a small coin by the edge and push on the outside end of the card until the sound is made Remember DO NO...

Page 16: ...stall the device so that it is within the wiping range of the wiper Mounting the device to the center of the windshield behind the rear view mirror will facilitate optimal video recording Caution When passing the power cord through the front pillar or another part observe the points below when performing the wiring work Wire the power cord farther forward or farther rearward than the airbag so tha...

Page 17: ...to attach and detach from the windshield while the adhesive mount provides more solid support for the camera The magnetic connector is already installed on the suction mount If you prefer using the adhesive mount please follow the guide below REPLACE THE SUCTION MOUNT WITH THE ADHESIVE MOUNT CONNECT THE DEVICE TO THE MAGNETIC MOUNT Attach the device onto e the magnetic connector on the mount Make ...

Page 18: ...ount in place and press against the window While holding it in place pull the b locking lever back to lock the mount Loosen the c locking ring on the suction mount and pull the e magnetic connector out Next loosen the c locking ring from the adhesive mount and plug the e magnetic connector into the adhesive mount Clean the installation area on the windshield and peel off the plastic covering Adher...

Page 19: ...hat is in the package to your vehicle s 12 V outlet The provided cable clips can help you keep the power cable neat Plug the cigar lighter adapter cable into the d power socket of the mount or the device This will allow the device to begin charging 3 4 Caution Before performing the connection work first check that the engine key is removed and then be sure to disconnect the negative terminal of th...

Page 20: ...setup guide below Select the Language Select Time Zone United States EST United States CST United States MST United States PST Press OK to continue Set Time and Date 11 17 01 02 13 2019 MM DD YYYY Press OK to continue Language Language Press OK to continue En De Fr Nl Select Country United States Canada Russia Spain Press OK to continue English Deutsche Français Nederlands ...

Page 21: ...re is no 12 V outlet or cigar lighter socket for your vehicle use the included USB power cord DO NOT wire the device directly to the car cigar lighter socket or any 12 V outlet Doing so will result in permanent damage to the device The device has a hardwire kit CA DR1030 optional accessory that will directly connect to your vehicle s fuse box This will allow you to have your 12 V outlet available ...

Page 22: ...nd remain stable on the screen Recording Duration This will indicate the length of the current recording Parking Mode Sensor Indicates the parking mode sensor is on File Protection Indicates the current video clip is protected Date Displays current date Time Displays current time Microphone When the audio recording function is off there will be a red line across the icon Power Status Indicates if ...

Page 23: ...emory card is full OPTIONS 1 Minute default 3 Minutes 5 Minutes Exposure Adjust exposure levels settings OPTIONS 2 1 0 default 1 2 Access the VIDEO MENU by pressing the MENU button while in VIDEO MODE Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select setting options and press the OK button to enter the sub menu Once you access the sub menu highlight the desired setting and press the OK button to confirm your ...

Page 24: ...rces When it senses any forces it will protect the current file automatically Adjust the sensitivity of G sensor here OPTIONS High Medium default Low Off GPS Turn the GPS function ON or OFF OPTIONS On default Off Speed Units Adjust the unit for speed data OPTIONS MPH default KMH Screen Saver the device has a function to let the screen shut down after a period of inactivity Press any button to re a...

Page 25: ...s in PHOTO MODE Some icons show up only when corresponding functions are activated 1 2 3 4 5 Mode Indicates when the device is in photo mode Exposure Indicates the current exposure level settings Date Displays current date Time Displays current time Charging Indicator Indicates if the device is charging or not Photo Mode Basic Operation 11 17 01 02 13 2019 1 2 5 4 3 ...

Page 26: ...NU button twice to return to PHOTO MODE Exposure Adjust exposure levels settings OPTIONS 2 1 0 default 1 2 Time Date Stamp Turn ON or OFF the date stamp mark on the photos OPTIONS On default Off NOTE When you are in the SETUP System MENU you will be able to restore all the settings to the device s default settings Photo Menu Basic Operation Exposure Time Date Stamp OK Enter MENU Back ...

Page 27: ...photos Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the video file and press the OK button to play Use the Protect button to protect unprotect the video file the file will be moved to Protect Video folder immediately Video file name The format of the video file name is yyyymmdd_hhmmss For example 20190111_111701 mean this file was taken at January 11 2019 11 17 01 DIRECTORIES VIDEO FILES Playback Mode Ba...

Page 28: ... in VIDEO MENU Mode Indicates when the device is in PLAYBACK MODE File Type Indicates the file type is protected Playback Progress Displays the current playback time Date Time Indicates the date and time of the recorded file Playback Controls Use the device buttons as instructed below 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 7 4 6 5 00 59 02 13 2019 11 17 01 02 13 2019 11 17 01 X 3 80 Y 1 02 Y 1 65 30MPH N5 41 33 15 W62 4...

Page 29: ...button to protect unprotect the photo file PHOTO FILES Charging Indicator Indicates if the device is charging or not Protected File Indicates the selected file is protected 6 7 MENU DELETE or PROTECT the video MEN U MOD E Play Back Menu 02 13 2019 11 17 01 OK Play MODE Back MENU Menu 20190213_111701 20190213_111801 20190213_111901 20190213_112001 OK Play MENU Menu MODE Back 80 80 02 13 2019 11 17 ...

Page 30: ...ctions to delete All files TIP PROTECTED FILES CANNOT BE DELETED You will have the following options DELETING FILES Mode Indicates when the device is in PLAYBACK MODE File Type Indicates the file type is photo Date Time Indicates the date and time of the recorded file Playback Controls Use the device buttons as instructed below 1 2 3 4 Charging Indicator Indicates if the device is charging or not ...

Page 31: ...o unprotect the current file To Protect All Files select the option then follow the on screen instructions to Protect All files in the current folder Select Unprotect All Files follow the on screen instructions to Unprotect All files in the current folder PROTECTING UNPROTECTING FILES Highlight the PROTECT UNPROTECT option and press the OK button You will have the following options Protect Unprote...

Page 32: ...not be accessed while the camera is recording Wireless Link The Wireless Link function allows you to use your smartphone to connect with the device OPTIONS On Off default Format SD Card Format the memory card Formatting will remove ALL the files in the card OPTIONS Yes No Device Sounds Adjust the button beep sound and voice recording OPTIONS Beep On default Off Audio Rec On default Off Time Date A...

Page 33: ...ss Link SSID Password you can also change the Wireless Link password in this setting Card Info Displays the memory card information Satellite Signal The count of how many satellite signals the device is receiving NOTE Make sure the Dash Cam is not recording Press and Hold the File Protect button and the Menu button for 3 seconds on the device to enter the System Info FHD 1080P 03 22 43 11 17 01 02...

Page 34: ...r computer will have a pop up of a new drive for you to browse all the video and photo files Note The device is a Read Only device If you want to copy delete edit the files remove the SD card and use another card reader to connect your computer Remember to always turn off the device before disconnecting it from your computer DASH CAM When you choose this option the device will turn on and work nor...

Page 35: ...ac are trademarks of Apple Inc registered in the U S and other countries Installing the Software Install the software in a computer environment in which you have administrator s rights 1 Download the installer from https www kenwood com cs ce 2 Install according to the on screen instructions Playback File JVC VIDEO PLAYER Edit Setup Share Help 01 00 00 27 INFORMATION N 25 1 56 Latitude Compass W 2...

Page 36: ... Chart of G sensor data Display the G data of the vehicle in the video when it was recorded Video shot on Display date and time of the video when it was recorded Latitude Display the latitude of the video where it was recorded Function available on the device with built in GPS Longitude Display the longitude of the video where it was recorded Function available on the device with built in GPS Driv...

Page 37: ...Check to remove the GPS and G sensor file of the exported video Image export Select the target storage location of the image file and its name Default location installation root directory Edit video 1 2 3 File JVC VIDEO PLAYER Edit Setup Share Help Edit Mode OK Cancel 01 00 00 27 Cut Time 00 07 00 37 N 25 1 56 Latitude Compass W 263 1 2018 08 14 19 33 03 Time Longitude W 121 33 32 Max Speed 135mph...

Page 38: ...red colors ink and synced with item 2 The export is finished once the frame is fully inked in layered colors 1 2 3 OK Click to go back to the play mode page Open folder Click to open folders with image files saved in there 1 2 Retry Click to export the image file again with the previous settings Cancel Click to abort image file export and go back to the video edit page 1 2 Yes Click to go back to ...

Page 39: ...hared To share the non current video Click and open the file selection window Next step Click to go to the next step Click Share Share Videos in the software system bar at the top of the window or the community sharing icon in the interface to display the sharing window 1 2 3 00 27 INFORMATION KENWOOD VIDEO PLAYER ...

Page 40: ...lic Private and Unlisted when you upload the video Upload title The title item will define the name of the video when you upload the video you can select the Auto DD MM YYYY default Dash Cam KENWOOD VIDEO PLAYER or define the title by yourselves Last step Click to go back to the last step Next step Click to go to the next step 1 2 3 4 5 01 00 00 27 Public Private Unlisted 4 5 KENWOOD VIDEO PLAYER ...

Page 41: ...failure This page displays if an upload failed or there is a server connection timeout Last step Click to go back to the last step 1 2 00 27 File JVC VIDEO PLAYER Edit Setup Share Help INFORMATION KENWOOD VIDEO PLAYER ...

Page 42: ...n is being initiated Your default browser will display and connect to the selected community platform You are required to bundle your account ID with the platform for connection the first time only no longer needed once bundled Cancel Click to go back to the last step 1 2 00 27 INFORMATION KENWOOD VIDEO PLAYER ...

Page 43: ...ogress is presented by a frame being filled with layered colors ink and synced with item 1 The file is uploaded successfully once the frame is fully inked in layered colors Upload progress The former number is the MB uploaded and the latter is the total for the upload Cancel Click to go back to the last step 1 2 3 4 KENWOOD VIDEO PLAYER ...

Page 44: ...41 Confirm Click to go back to play mode information 1 KENWOOD VIDEO PLAYER ...

Page 45: ...ark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U S and other countries Make sure the Dash Cam is not recording Press and Hold the Wireless Link button on the device to enter the pairing mode Download and install the app from App Store iOS Google Play Android on your mobile device Installing the Smartphone App Using the Smartphone App FHD 1080P 03 22 43 11 17 01 02 13 2019 SSID KENWOOD DRVA301W XXXX P...

Page 46: ...into the main screen of app Main Screen 1 2 3 4 5 Dashboard Camera Live View Live view of the dashboard camera Press to move to live view screen Files On Dash Cam The video and photo files which are saved in the SD card Dash Cam Menu Press this icon to open the dashboard camera s menu settings Files On Mobile The video and photo files which are downloaded into the smartphone About Displays the das...

Page 47: ...hite dot to take photos 1 2 3 4 6 5 Back Button Back to main screen Dashboard Camera Image Preview Displays the streaming of the dashboard camera Video Mode Press it to switch to video mode Photo Mode Press it to switch to photo mode Status Bar Video mode Recording duration Photo mode Remaining shot count Shutter Video mode Start stop recording Photo mode Take a picture 1 2 3 4 5 6 ...

Page 48: ...m the dashboard camera Edit Mode Press the button to edit mode Protect Unprotect Protect Unprotect the selected file on the dashboard camera Delete Delete the selected file on the dashboard camera Download Download the selected file to the smartphone 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 8 9 7 6 Click Files on Dash Cam to enter the Video Playback mode to review protect unprotect and delete the files saved i...

Page 49: ... GPS data 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Google Maps Press the button to turn on the map Note This feature only works when the video had GPS data Protect Unprotect Protect Unprotect the selected file on the smartphone Delete Delete the selected file on the smartphone Share Video Image Share the selected file to the other social media apps installed in your smartphone Cut Video Cut video to adjust the video length ...

Page 50: ... the Video 1 Files on Mobile Device 4 Press the Edit button and then press the Cut button 5 Select the area of video 6 Press the Check button to output the video 2 Press the Edit Mode button 3 Select the video 02 05 ...

Page 51: ...Share the Video 1 Files on Mobile 4 Press the Share button and press the Check button 5 Select the social media apps installed in your smartphone 2 Press the Edit Mode button 3 Select the video Android IOS 02 05 ...

Page 52: ...ick Menu to enter the Video Photo General menu and adjust settings Switch between these three menu by clicking the icons at the bottom About Click About icon to view the software version and the app s information ...

Page 53: ...mmends for best quality is the Class 10 SD Card If your computer does not recognize the video files try another computer to view the recorded video Copy the video file on to the computer and allow for the computer video player rather than the device Playback feature Be sure to hold the device still while you take your photo Reminder The photo is not taken unless you have heard the shutter click Al...

Page 54: ...creen saver function turns off the screen after a period of inactivity If you want to turn off this function go to SETUP menu Screen Saver and turn it off The message Please Format SD Card appears on my screen The device requires formatting the SD card if the card is used on the device for the first time Please format the SD card in the SETUP menu The device does not charge Be sure the power cord ...

Page 55: ...x Do not subject the screen section to strong shocks Doing so could damage the screen Do not let direct sunlight shine on the screen Leaving the screen with direct sunlight shining on it for long periods of time will increase the temperature and could damage the screen Extremely high or low temperatures could cause the display to operate slowly or darken or result in residual images This is due to...

Page 56: ...lectricity Be sure to back up copy the required files in the SD card to a computer or other device The saved data may be lost due to the usage conditions of the SD card Please note that JVCKENWOOD cannot compensate for any damages arising from the loss of saved files On Wireless Link Security The Wireless Link communicating with radio wave there is a benefit that you are able to access Link freely...

Page 57: ...formating with a function of a computer just changes the file management information and does not completely delete the data in a SD card We recommend either physically destroying the actual SD card or using commercially available PC data deletion software or the like to completely delete the data in the SD card before disposal or transfer of ownership Manage the data in SD cards at your own respo...

Page 58: ... to 256GB supported Class 10 recommended for best results use a recognized brand H 264 MP4 3 5 8 x 1 13 16 x 1 7 16 92mm x 46mm x 37mm 2 9oz 82g Sensor Resolution 2 13M Pixel Card Reader microSDXC SDHC up to 256GB Input 12 24V DC Output 5V DC Fuse Type 32mm 2A Current Consumption 380mA Lens Type Angle Aperture 8GB microSD 60 mins 1 minute x 60 recordings 16GB microSD 120 mins 1 minute x 120 record...

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Page 63: ...hold for 3 seconds to turn on the Wireless Link function this is not available while recording or during playback Menu Button Press this button to open the menu of the current mode Press this button twice to enter the general setting menu Record OK Button Record In Video mode press to start or stop recording I In Photo mode press to take a photo OK The confirm button used to select options in menu...

Page 64: ...hen put the suction mount in place and lock the mount 4 Connect To Car Power Outlet Connect the cigar lighter adapter cable that is in the package to your vehicle s 12 V outlet The vehicles ignition will let the camera turn on and record while connected to your vehicles 12 Voutlet When the vehicle is turned off the camera will automatically shut down 5 The First Time Setup When connecting the powe...

Page 65: ... the device and enter the connecting mode Make sure the dash cam is not recording 2 Open the KENWOOD DASH CAM MANAGER of the smartphone app 3 Press the Connect button and select from the network list to pair the dashboard camera device 4 Enter the Wireless Link password into the input field 5 Connect completed press the Continue button into the main screen of app KENWOOD VIDEO PLAYER Desktop Softw...

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Page 68: ...f lhe quality and workmanship ol its audio equiprrenl This unit has been properly designed lesled and inspecled before ii was shipped lo you If properly installed and operaled in accordance with inslruclions furnished it shouldgive you anoptimum reliable pertormance WARRANTY PERIOD This producl is warranted lor a period ol 1 year from the date of the original purchase SCOPE OF WARRANTY Exceplasspe...

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Page 71: ...mful interference to radio communications if it is not installed and used in accordance with the instructions 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 interferen...

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Page 73: ...he rear view mirror Take care not to install the device over the vehicle inspection sticker or other sticker Take care not to install the device where it will interfere with driving or airbag operation When installing the device in a vehicle equipped with a driving support system check the instruction manual of the vehicle and then select an installation position that will not interfere with the d...