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  • Page 1 PRISM Bluetooth Action Camera ® User's Guide www.sena.com...
  • Page 2 The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sena is under license. iPhone, iPod touch are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. Zumo™ is a trademark of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    PRISM CONTENTS 1. PACKAGE CONTENTS .......................6 1.1 Prism ................................6 1.2 Prism Lite ...............................8 2. GETTING STARTED ........................10 2.1 Assembling ..............................11 2.2 Charging ..............................12 2.3 Powering On and Off ...........................12 2.4 Voice Prompt ...............................12 3. CAMERA MODES AND MENU SYSTEM ..................13 3.1 Button Operations ............................13...
  • Page 4 11. BLUETOOTH REMOTE CONTROL ..................41 11.1 Remote Control by Sena Headsets ......................41 11.2 Remote Control by Sena Snowtalk ......................43 11.3 Remote Control by Sena 10U Headset Buttons ..................44 11.4 Remote Control by Non-Sena Headsets .....................45 12. CAMERA CONNECTION ......................46 12.1 Connecting to a Windows PC ........................46 12.2 Connecting to a Mac ...........................46...
  • Page 5 PRISM CERTIFICATION AND SAFETY APPROVALS ................60 • FCC Compliance Statement ..........................60 • FCC RF Exposure Statement .........................60 • FCC Caution ..............................60 • CE Declaration of Conformity ........................60 • Industry Canada Statement ..........................61 • Bluetooth License ............................61 • WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) ..................61 •...

  • Page 6: Package Contents

    PRISM 1. PACKAGE CONTENTS Prism • USB Power & • Prism Camera Data Cable • Allen Wrench • Li-Ion Rechargeable Battery • Lens Cap*...
  • Page 7 PRISM • Helmet Mounting Kit • Motorcycles Mounting Kit, QRM System Note: * When you are not using the camera, close the lens cap to protect your lens from any contamination. ** To prevent your camera from falling accidentally, tie the QRM system to your bike with this QRM wire.

  • Page 8: Prism Lite

    PRISM Prism Lite • Li-Ion Rechargeable Battery • Prism Camera • Lens Cap* • Waterproof Housing • USB Power & (Skeleton Backdoor) Data Cable...
  • Page 9 PRISM • Helmet Mounting Kit Note: * When you are not using the camera, close the lens cap to protect your lens from any contamination. 1. MicroSD card is not included in the package. 2. The camera is compatible with MicroSD, SDHC or SDXC cards up to 32 GB. We recommend Class...

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    PRISM 2. GETTING STARTED Mode Button Status LED Shot Button Status LCD Lens Microphone Charging Port Charging Port Charging LED Lock Switch MicroSD Card Slot Micro HDMI Port Battery...

  • Page 11: Assembling

    PRISM Battery life Camera mode Resolution / fps Bluetooth Counter Memory Camera LCD Menu Screen Assembling Unlock and open the back door of the camera. Insert a microSD card. Insert the battery. Then close and lock the back door of the camera.

  • Page 12: Charging

    PRISM Charging You can charge the camera by connecting the supplied USB power & data cable to the charging port. If the back door of the camera is closed, uncover the charging port and use it. If the back door is open, you can see that the charging LED beside the charging port turns red while charging and blue when fully charged.

  • Page 13: Camera Modes And Menu System

    PRISM 3. CAMERA MODES AND MENU SYSTEM Button Operations Press the Mode Button to change camera mode or move to the next menu item. Press and hold the Mode Button to enter or exit Quick Settings*. Press the Shot Button to record video, take photos or select a menu item.
  • Page 14 PRISM Icon Mode Application LED Color *Playback Playback videos and photos Settings Adjust camera settings Note: * Playback mode activates only if the camera is connected to a TV with a micro HDMI cable.

  • Page 15: Video Mode

    PRISM 4. VIDEO MODE VIDEO Video Mode Operations Video Mode Start/Stop recording Press S Take a still photo while Press and hold S (720p / 60fps and 480p / 120fps recording are not supported.) Cycle to Single Shot Mode Press M...
  • Page 16 PRISM Video Mode - Press M to cycle through Narrow or Wide field Field of View of view Wide Narrow - Press S to select Narrow or Wide field of view Exit to Quick Settings Menu Exit to Video Mode Note: 1.

  • Page 17: Video Mode Settings

    PRISM Video Mode Settings You can change the video resolution in the video mode settings, and each resolution has a fixed frame rate. When you select 480p / 120fps, 720p / 60fps, you cannot take still shots during video recording.
  • Page 18 PRISM Note: The maximum size per video is limited to 4GB. Therefore, when the video reaches the 4GB size limit during recording, it saves and creates a new video file to continue recording.

  • Page 19: Single Shot Mode

    PRISM 5. SINGLE SHOT MODE SINGLE Single Shot Mode Operations Single Shot Mode Take a single photo shot Press S Cycle to Burst Shot Mode Press M Single Shot Quick Settings Press and hold M Menu Resolutions - Press M to cycle through resolutions 3.5MP (3:2)

  • Page 20: Single Shot Mode Settings

    PRISM Single Shot Mode Settings SINGLESET You can change the photo resolution in the single shot settings, and each resolution has a fixed aspect ratio. Resolution Aspect Ratio 3.5MP 3.2MP 3.0MP 16:9 5.0MP 16:9...

  • Page 21: Burst Shot Mode

    PRISM 6. BURST SHOT MODE BURST Burst Shot Mode Operations Burst Shot Mode Take a burst photo shot Press S Cycle to Timelapse Mode Press M Burst Shot Quick Settings Press and hold M Menu Number of shots - Press M to cycle through number of shots...

  • Page 22: Burst Shot Mode Settings

    PRISM Burst Shot Mode Settings BURST SET You can change the burst shot resolution in the single shot settings, and each resolution has a fixed aspect ratio. If the single shot resolution is set to 5M (16:9), burst shot will take shots in 3M (16:9).

  • Page 23: Timelapse Mode

    PRISM 7. TIMELAPSE MODE Timelapse Mode Operations Timelapse Mode Start/Stop recording Press S Cycle to Playback Mode Press M Timelapse Quick Settings Press and hold M Menu Type - Press M to cycle through types Video Photo - Press S to select recording type...
  • Page 24 PRISM Timelapse Mode Interval - Press M to cycle through time Interval 1 sec 3 sec 5 sec 10 sec - Press S to select time interval 30 sec 60 sec Exit to Quick Settings Menu Exit to Timelapse Mode...

  • Page 25: Timelapse Mode Settings

    PRISM Timelapse Mode Settings Timelapse mode takes a shot at 1, 3, 5, 10, 30 or 60 second intervals. If the type is set to video, all shots taken are stored as a single video. If the type is set to photo, all shots are stored as individual photos.

  • Page 26: Playback

    PRISM 8. PLAYBACK Playback videos and photos by connecting the camera to a TV (requires micro HDMI sold separately). Videos and Photos (HDMI) To browse videos and photos: 1. Plug the camera into a TV/HDTV with a micro HDMI cable.
  • Page 27 PRISM 4. Use to navigate backward and forward to cycle through the files on your microSD card. to view the file. 5. Depending on whether you are viewing videos or photos, different control options will appear. Use the Mode Button and the Shot Button to navigate.

  • Page 28: Camera Settings

    PRISM 9. CAMERA SETTINGS Camera Settings Operations Settings Cycle through [Settings] Press M Select [Settings] Press S Video Settings Audio Settings Device Settings Confirm Format ( S ) SD Card Format ( M to Cancel) Exit Settings...

  • Page 29: Video Settings

    PRISM Video Settings Video, single shot, burst shot and timelapse settings inside video settings are the same as the quick settings at each mode. Settings - Video Settings Cycle through [Settings] Press M Select [Settings] Press S Upside Down Date Caption Exit Video Settings 9.2.1.

  • Page 30: Audio Settings

    PRISM 9.2.2. Date Caption DATE CAPTION You can record or hide date caption during video recording. Factory Default Hide date caption Record date caption Press S Enable/Disable Note: Timelapse video by default does not record date captions. Audio Settings You can connect Bluetooth headsets with the camera to overlay Bluetooth audio with video. You can use both the camera’s internal microphone and the headset’s bluetooth microphone to record...
  • Page 31 PRISM Settings-Audio Settings Bluetooth Audio Ultra HD Audio Mode Internal Microphone Auto Mute Exit Audio Settings 9.3.1. Internal Microphone Gain INTERNAL MIC. GAIN HIGH You can adjust the internal microphone gain of the camera to either Off, Low, or High. The default gain is High.
  • Page 32 Ultra HD Audio Mode enables you to record your voice in CD-quality with live ambient sound. It is available only when a single Sena headset is connected with the camera. You can switch to Normal Audio Recording mode by turning off Ultra HD Audio mode. If you choose to do so, you can select whether you want to enable or disable Advanced Noise Control from your Sena headset.

  • Page 33: Device Settings

    PRISM 9.3.4. Internal Mic. Auto Mute INTERNAL MIC. AUTO MUTE If you turn on Internal Microphone Auto Mute, the internal microphone turns off whenever a Bluetooth headset or microphone is connected to the camera. If you turn off Internal Microphone Auto Mute, Bluetooth connections do not affect the internal microphone setting.
  • Page 34 PRISM Settings-Device Settings None Auto Power Off 5 mins Beep Year Month - S to select Year and cycle through digits for year Time Set - M to cycle through numbers (1,2,3...) Hour Minute Exit to Device Settings Device Info.
  • Page 35 You may delete the Bluetooth pairing list of the camera. You will lose all your pairing information. 9.4.5. Sidetone SIDE TONE When using a Sena headset, sidetone is supported. If this feature is enabled, you can hear what you are speaking during video recording. Factory Default Press S...
  • Page 36 PRISM 9.4.6. Auto power off TIMER NONE The camera can be configured to automatically power off after five minutes of inactivity (when no videos or photos are being taken and no buttons have been pressed). This feature does not work while charging the camera.

  • Page 37: Microsd Card Formatting

    PRISM FW VER. 9.4.10. Device info You can see the current firmware version on your camera. 9.4.11. Factory Reset FACTORY RESET It will clear all the settings to factory default. MicroSD Card Formatting FORMAT Formatting will remove all files from a microSD card. When you use a new card for the first time,...

  • Page 38: Bluetooth Audio Recording

    2. Place the headset into intercom pairing mode. Then the headset will be paired automatically with the camera. You do not need to press any buttons for pairing. For details on intercom pairing, refer to the User’s Guide of the Sena headset.

  • Page 39: Bluetooth Audio Recording With Non-Sena Headsets

    2. Enter into the handsfree pairing mode of the non-Sena headset. For details on handsfree pairing, refer to the User’s Guide of the corresponding headset. 3. If the pairing is completed, you will hear the voice prompt say “Prism connected” from the connected corresponding headset.

  • Page 40: Settings Of Bluetooth Audio Recording

    Audio Mode enables you to record your voice in CD-quality with live ambient sound. It is available only when a single Sena headset is connected to the camera. It is not supported in multi-way intercom or for non-Sena headsets. Normal Audio Recording mode has the option of Advanced Noise Control only for Sena headsets.

  • Page 41: Bluetooth Remote Control

    The camera can be operated hands-free by using the remote control capability from Bluetooth headsets. The wireless remote control helps to use less energy and allows for more versatile control through the audio/video remote control profile (AVRCP) of Sena’s Bluetooth products. 11.1 Remote Control by Sena Headsets...
  • Page 42 PRISM Camera Function Jog Dial Type Three Button Type Handlebar Remote Press and hold Jog Dial Press and hold Center Press the Joystick for Timelapse Stop for 1 sec Button for 1 sec 1 sec Triple tap the Phone Press and hold the...

  • Page 43: Remote Control By Sena Snowtalk

    PRISM 11.2 Remote Control by Sena Snowtalk Camera Button Camera Function Headset Function Snowtalk Button Menu Move Track Forward Press and hold (R) Button for 2 sec Execute Track Back Press and hold (L) Button for 2 sec Camera Function...

  • Page 44: Remote Control By Sena 10U Headset Buttons

    PRISM 11.3 Remote Control by Sena 10U Headset Buttons Camera Button Camera Function Headset Function 10U Headset Button Menu Move Track Forward Press and hold (+) Button for 3 secs Execute Play/Pause Press and hold (+) Button for 1 sec...

  • Page 45: Remote Control By Non-Sena Headsets

    PRISM 11.4 Remote Control by Non-Sena Headsets Camera Button Camera Function Non-Sena Headsets Menu Move Execute Dial (or Redial) / Ending a call Type Operation Video Start Dial (or redial) Video Stop Ending a call Single Shot Dial (or redial)

  • Page 46: Camera Connection

    2. Your PC’s operating system may install and open new devices automatically, if not, open My Computer. 3. Your PC should recognize the camera as a removable device—look for PRISM card in the list of all devices and open. 4. Open the DCIM folder. Inside, you will find the 100MEDIA folder, which contains all the files saved on the microSD card by the camera.

  • Page 47: Connecting The Camera To A Tv

    PRISM 4. Open the DCIM folder—inside, you will find the 100MEDIA folder which contains all the files saved on the microSD card by the camera. If there are a large numbers of files, there will be multiple folders (100MEDIA, 101MEDIA, etc).

  • Page 48: Camera Housing

    PRISM 13. CAMERA HOUSING The waterproof housing provided can protect the camera up to 40m underwater. It can be used in rainy conditions as well. Follow the direction below to open the unit. Make sure the housing is clean from any dirt. Insert the camera and close the back door. Check that the unit is firmly locked.

  • Page 49: Camera Mounting

    PRISM 14. CAMERA MOUNTING Helmet Mount Motorcycling Mounting System...

  • Page 50: Helmet Mount

    PRISM 14.1 Helmet Mount 14.1.1. Helmet Clamp Mount The Helmet Clamp Mount enables you to mount the camera at the side of your helmet. You can adjust the camera angle by rotating the joint. When you are not using the camera, you can take the camera out from the support plate.
  • Page 51 PRISM 14.1.3 Goggle Mount The Google Mount enables you to mount the camera on the goggle band. This is useful when you wear a helmet and a goggle separately. Note: Prism Lite does not include the Quick Release Mount™ System.

  • Page 52: Motorcycle Mounting System

    PRISM 14.2 Motorcycle Mounting System The Quick Release Mount System provides fast and secure ways to switch the camera mount ™ system on the motorcycle. There are three different QRM types: Handlebar Mount, Top Surface Mount, and Dual or Single Suction Cup Mount. Once you set up the system at a desired angle, you can then mount and release the camera without using any screws or bolts or changing the camera angle.
  • Page 53 PRISM 14.2.1. Top Surface Mount The QRM Top Surface Mount enables you to mount your camera on a flat or curved surface such as windshield, gas tank and a helmet. You can adjust the camera angle by rotating the ball joint on the QRM body.
  • Page 54 PRISM 14.2.3. Suction Cup Mount The QRM Dual Suction Cup Mount enables you to mount the camera on surfaces that require some height for recording such as windshield, gas tank, and trunk. You can adjust the camera angle by rotating the wheel joints or the ball joints on the legs. When you are not using the camera, you can simply take out the camera-attached QRM head from the QRM body.
  • Page 55 PRISM QRM Single Suction Cup Mount can be installed on relatively flat surface on motorcycle. You can simply adjust the angle to make the view that you want. Single Suction Cup Mount Note: Make sure you clean the surface before attaching the suction cups so that the suctions are firm and tight.

  • Page 56: Fault Reset

    PRISM 15. FAULT RESET When the camera is not working properly or is in faulty status for any reason, you may reset by taking the battery out and putting it back in. Power the system back on and try again. This will not restore...

  • Page 57: Camera Software

    PC. It is available for both Windows and Mac. For more information and to download the Sena Device Manager, please visit www.sena.com. Note: The Sena Device Manager will not recognize the PRISM if it does not have a microSD card inside.

  • Page 58: Camera Specifications

    PRISM 17. CAMERA SPECIFICATIONS General • Record time: 2 hours • Operating temperature: -10˚C ~ 55˚C (14°F ~ 131°F) • Water resistant • Dimensions (main module): 63.0 mm x 44.0 mm x 23.0 mm (2.5 in x 1.7 in x 0.8 in) •...
  • Page 59 PRISM Photo mode • Resolution - 3.5MP (3:2) - 3.2MP (4:3) - 3.0MP (16:9) - 5.0MP (16:9) • Burst shot - 10 / 5 / 3 pic Time lapse mode • Photo & Video - Single pic per 1 / 3 / 5 / 10 / 30 / 60 sec TV-out •...

  • Page 60: Certification And Safety Approvals

    This product is CE marked according to the provisions of the can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and R&TTE Directive (99/5/EC). Hereby, Sena declares that this used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful product is in compliance with the essential requirements and interference to radio communications.

  • Page 61: Industry Canada Statement

    Bluetooth disposal, please do not dispose of these products as unsorted SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sena is under license. municipal waste, but hand it in at an official collection point for Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective recycling.

  • Page 62: Safety Information

    PRISM SAFETY INFORMATION • Do not store the product in humid environments, especially for long time storage. Please ensure that the product is properly used by observing • Do not store the camera in proximity to magnetic fields. Doing the warnings and cautions below to prevent any risk and/or so may result in camera malfunction.

  • Page 63: Battery

    • Before using your product, fasten the product to the helmet, • Any 3rd party USB charger can be used with Sena products and double-check that it is fastened. Separation of the product if the charger is approved by either the FCC, CE, IC or other while riding may cause damage to the product or accidents.

  • Page 64: Product Warranty And Disclaimer

    Here, request for any suit, claim, implementation, redemption or product warranty extends to the product only. Sena will not be similar action from Sena with regard to any occasion such as liable for any loss, damage of human life, or loss of property...

  • Page 65: Warranty Exclusions

    (including attorney’s fees). Liabilities Disclaimer Therefore, Sena will not be liable for physical injury, death, or In addition to damages which may occur due to the use of the any loss or damage of transportation means, possessions,...

  • Page 66: Warranty Service

    Sena will not be liable for any explained in the product manual. claim for damages related with the product.
  • Page 67 1.2.0 www.sena.com User's Guide for Firmware v1.0.0.0...

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