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- Page 1 Item No.: 4SK201W User’s Manual Thank you for purchasing The Original Dash Cam WiFi. Please review this guide fully before use. For any questions not answered in this guide, please visit www.GetDashCam.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents About this Guide ..............3 WARNING ................4 Notice…................4 Canada ................4 Battery warning..............4 Notes on Installation ............5 Caution ................5 Introduction ..............6 Features ..............6 Package Contents ............ 7 Product Overview ............. 8 Getting Started ............ - Page 3 Recording Videos ........... 21 3.1.1 Vehicle Recording Mode ......21 3.1.2 Emergency Recording ......... 22 3.1.3 The Recording Screen ......... 23 3.1.4 Motion Detection ......... 25 3.1.5 G-Sensor ............. 27 3.1.6 Parking Mode ..........29 Record One Continuous Video File ......30 3.2.1 Accessing Sport Mode .........
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Page 4: About This Guide
About this Guide The content in this manual is for informational purposes only and is subject to change without prior notice. FCC declaration of conformity Responsible party: 4Sight, Inc. 12285 Colony Ave. Chino, CA 91710 (714) 988-5838 Fax: (714) 285-5828 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. -
Page 5: Warning
WARNING THIS DEVICE SHOULD NOT BE ADJUSTED BY THE DRIVER WHILE DRIVING. IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT, DEVICE MAY DISLODGE AND BECOME UNSAFE FOR PASSENGERS. Notice Memory card comes pre-inserted. Please be sure memory card is in unit before recording. TODC WiFi supports microSD cards up to 32GB When the battery is depleted, TODC WiFi will display, “Low Battery”... -
Page 6: Notes On Installation
Notes on Installation 1. This product is best used when installed near the rear view mirror, at the center and top of windshield (must follow all local laws related to mounted devices in vehicle). 2. Do not touch the lens with your fingers. Finger grease may be left on the lens and will result in unclear videos or snapshots. -
Page 7: Introduction
1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing The Original Dash Cam WiFi. If after reviewing this manual you still have questions, please visit TODC (The Original Dash Cam) website at www.GetDashCam.com 1.1 Features 140 Degree Wide Angle Lens 1.5” LCD Display ... -
Page 8: Package Contents
1.2 Package Contents MicroSD Card Dash Cam Suction Cup Mount User’s manual 12v Car Charger... -
Page 9: Product Overview
1.3 Product Overview Button Description Press and hold this button to power on or off TODC WiFi. POWER / When the camera is NOT recording, short press this MODE button to change from Video mode, to sport mode, to still photo mode and back. - Page 10 PAUSE rewind the video you are watching. While recording, this button can be used to pause recording. While recording, a short press of this button will activate TODC WiFi’s G-Sensor function and lock your video. Also MUTE / LOCK while recording, press and hold this button to mute or unmute TODC WiFi’s microphone.
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Page 11: Getting Started
2 Getting Started 2.1 Inserting the Memory Card Insert memory card with both the pins on the memory card and the screen of TODC WiFi facing up, as illustrated below. Push the memory card in until a click sound is heard, indicating the card is locked in position. -
Page 12: Installing In Vehicle
Note: 1. Do not remove or insert the memory card when the device is turned on. This may damage the memory card and/or corrupt your video files. 2. Please use a minimum class 6 4GB microSD card, maximum class 10 32GB. 3. -
Page 13: Connecting To Power
Dash Cam. Note: 1. The Seller or Manufacturer of The Original Dash Cam WiFi 4SK201W shall not be held responsible for any traffic violations related to the positioning or improper use of this product. - Page 14 Depending on where you’ve chosen to mount TODC WiFi, run the power cord around the trim of your vehicle so that it will not obstruct your view while driving. Plug the other end of the car charger into the 12v port in your vehicle.
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Page 15: Led Indicator
2.5 Powering the Device On / Off 2.5.1 Auto Power On/Off The Original Dash Cam WiFi’s default settings are for TODC WiFi to automatically power on and begin recording when TODC WiFi is connected to a power source. Once the vehicle’s 12v outlet is... -
Page 16: Manual Power On/Off And Reset
powered on, and TODC WiFi is connected, TODC WiFi will automatically turn on and begin recording. When TODC WiFi is unplugged or otherwise disconnected from the power source, TODC WiFi will automatically power down and save your footage. (Note: If TODC WiFi is connected directly to your vehicle through your vehicle’s USB port, it may register your vehicle as a computer. -
Page 17: Resetting The Device
removing the microSD card before powering off TODC WiFi will corrupt your files and you will lose your footage. 2.5.2.3 Resetting the device If TODC WiFi begins to function abnormally for any reason, try resetting TODC WiFi. Using a paper clip or safety pin, depress the reset button located on the bottom of TODC WiFi next to the micro UB port. - Page 18 2. Use the Up or Down Buttons until Format is highlighted. 3. Press the OK Button. You will be asked to select Yes or No; Select Yes to format the microSD card; CAUTION: Formatting the microSD card will erase all data, including locked videos from the microSD card! If you do not wish to continue with the format, select Note: 1.
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Page 19: Basic Setup
2.6 Basic Setup Before using TODC WiFi, we recommend setting up the correct Date and Time. Note: To access setup menus, TODC WiFi must NOT be recording. Menus cannot be accessed while TODC WiFi is recording. 2.6.1 Set the Date / Time To set the correct date and time, do the following: First be sure TODC WiFi is NOT recording. - Page 20 Use the Up and Down Buttons to adjust the highlighted number to the correct date or time.
- Page 21 WiFi / OK Button to return to the main recording screen. Note: 1. The Original Dash Cam WiFi runs on a 24 hour military clock. 1:00pm shows as 13:00 on TODC WiFi’s clock. For questions regarding the 24 clock, contact TODC at...
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Page 22: Using Todc Wifi
3 Using TODC WiFi 3.1 Recording Videos 3.1.1 Vehicle Recording Mode When TODC WiFi is connected to your vehicle’s 12v power outlet and the outlet is powered on, TODC WiFi will turn on and automatically begin recording. When your vehicle’s 12v outlet is powered off, TODC WiFi will automatically stop recording and power off. -
Page 23: Emergency Recording
You can choose between 1, 3 or 5 minute video clips. 3.1.2 Emergency Recording The Original Dash Cam WiFi has a built in emergency recording function which, when activated, prevents video files from being overwritten by TODC WiFi’s Loop Recording feature. To manually... -
Page 24: The Recording Screen
When the Emergency recording function is activated, one looping cycle will be locked, recording will return to normal when the next loop begins (Caution: formatting the memory card will erase all files, including emergency protected files!). Note: 1. If the G-Sensor function is enabled and a collision is detected, emergency recording will automatically be triggered. - Page 25 Icon Item Description Indicates the current date (can be Date Stamp adjusted in TODC WiFi’s settings). Indicates whether or not TODC WiFi’s microphone is activated. When the icon appears as it does left, microphone Microphone recording. When the microphone Status is muted, the same icon will appear with a red cross through it, indicating the Dash Cam is not...
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Page 26: Motion Detection
3.1.4 Motion Detection When Motion Detection is enabled and TODC WiFi is powered on, TODC WiFi will detect any motion in front of the lens and TODC WiFi will begin to record. TODC WiFi will continue to record as long as there is motion detected. - Page 27 Use the Up or Down Button to highlight On and press the OK Button.
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Page 28: G-Sensor
Motion Detection is now enabled, press Menu to return to the home screen. Note: 1. When the battery is fully charged, Motion Detection can record continuously for about 20 minutes. 2. As the device is used, the battery storage capacity will decrease gradually. This is normal for all batteries. - Page 29 Use the Down Button to highlight G-Sensor and press the OK Button. Use the Up / Down Buttons to highlight your desired sensitivity (2G is most sensitive, 8G is least) and press OK.
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Page 30: Parking Mode
Your desired G-Sensor settings are now saved, press the Menu Button to return to the recording screen. Note: Caution: formatting the microSD card will delete all videos, including emergency locked videos. 3.1.6 Parking Mode With Parking Mode enabled; when TODC WiFi is powered off, the sensor remains active. -
Page 31: Record One Continuous Video File
Use the Down Button to highlight Parking Mode and press the OK Button Use the Up or Down Button to highlight On and press OK – Parking Mode is now enabled. 3.2 Record One Continuous Video File 3.2.1 Accessing Sport Mode TODC WiFi is set by default to record in video clips (1, 3 or 5 Minute), once the memory card is full, the oldest video clip is deleted and overwritten with the newest. -
Page 32: Capturing Still Photos
In sport recording mode, press the Record / OK Button to begin recording. TODC WiFi will begin recording and continue recording until: Recording is manually stopped by pressing the Record / OK Button. The microSD card is full, at which point the warning message “memory full”... -
Page 33: Using Wifi
To take a photo, short press the WiFi / Still Photo Button. To return to Vehicle Recording Mode, be sure TODC WiFi is NOT recording and short press the Power / Mode Button. You will know you’re in Vehicle Recording Mode when the following icon appears in the top left of the screen: 3.4 Using WiFi 3.4.1 Downloading the iSmart DV App... - Page 34 Be sure you are installing the correct app (see below) and install the app on your device:...
- Page 35 Using iOS: Access the Apple Appstore from your device and search for, “iSmart DV” – Locate the App below and select it:...
- Page 36 Be sure you are installing the correct app (see below) and install the app on your device:...
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Page 38: Turning On Todc Wifi's Wifi Connection
3.4.2 Turning on TODC WiFi’s WiFi Connection Power on TODC WiFi by either pressing and holding the POWER Button or by connecting TODC WiFi to a power source. Press and hold the WiFi Button on TODC WiFi, the following will appear on your screen: Once the above message is displayed onscreen, TODC WiFi’s connection is active, use your Android or iOS enabled mobile device to connect directly to TODC WiFi. - Page 39 TODC WiFi will appear as “view-0001” pictured above. Select this connection:...
- Page 40 If asked for a password upon connecting, enter: 12345678...
- Page 41 Press Connect and confirm that you are connected to TODC Wifi:...
- Page 42 Using iOS Once TODC WiFi’s connection is active, using your iOS enabled mobile device, navigate to the WiFi connections page:...
- Page 44 TODC WiFi will appear as “view-0001” pictured above. Select this connection: If asked for a password upon connecting, enter: 12345678 Press Join and confirm that you are connected to TODC Wifi:...
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Page 46: Using The Ismart Dv App On Android
3.4.4 Using the iSmart DV App on Android Once you have connected TODC WiFi to your Android device, launch the iSmart DV App: Icon Item Description Tap this icon to adjust the Resolution resolution straight from iSmart DV app. - Page 47 Icon Item Description Tap this icon to access TODC WiFi’s settings while using the Settings iSmart DV app (Note: cannot access settings while recording). Tap this icon to review all photos videos stored Review microSD card. Using Files review files function, you can download photos and videos directly to your Android device.
- Page 48 Icon Item Description WiFi Indicates the strength of the Strength WiFi connection. Timer Set a time delay for still photos. Photo Tap this icon to adjust the Resolution resolution of still photos. Tap this icon to access TODC WiFi’s settings while using the Settings iSmart DV app (Note: cannot access settings while recording).
- Page 49 Icon Item Description Tap this icon to switch from video mode to still photo mode Still Photo (Note: The blue line will appear Mode under this icon when the Dash Cam is in still photo mode). Tap this icon to switch from still photo to video mode (Note: Video Mode When the blue line appears...
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Page 50: Using The Ismart Dv App On Ios
3.4.5 Using the iSmart DV App on iOS Once you have connected TODC WiFi to your iOS device, launch the iSmart DV App: Icon Item Description Battery Indicates the remaining battery Indicator life on TODC WiFi. - Page 51 Icon Item Description Tap this icon to review all photos videos stored Review microSD card. Using Files review files function, you can download photos and videos directly to your Android device. Tap this icon to start and stop Record recording (Note: When recording, this icon will flash).
- Page 52 Icon Item Description This icon indicates the current White white balance setting. Balance adjust the white balance, enter Indicator the settings menu by pressing Battery Indicates the remaining battery Indicator life on TODC WiFi. Tap this icon to review all photos videos stored Review...
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Page 53: Playback Videos On Todc Wifi's Screen
Icon Item Description Tap this icon to access TODC WiFi’s settings while using the Settings iSmart DV app (Note: cannot access settings while recording). Timer Set a time delay for still photos. Photo Tap this icon to adjust the Resolution resolution of still photos. -
Page 54: Deleting Files
Use the UP or DOWN Buttons to highlight the option you wish to review and use the WiFi / Still Photo / Enter Button to sort through the files stored on the microSD card. When you locate the file you wish to review, press the Enter Button again. - Page 55 Use the Up or Down Button to highlight Delete and press the Enter Button.
- Page 56 Select Delete Current to delete the most recent video file, or Delete All to delete ALL video files (CAUTION: Selecting Delete All will delete all videos including locked videos). Note: Deleted files cannot be recovered. Ensure files you want to save have been backed up before deletion.
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Page 57: Menu Settings Explained
4 Menu Settings Explained 4.1 Menu Items There are various sets of menus you will come across when using TODC WiFi: Video Settings Menu, Sports Settings Menu, Still Photo Menu and Setup Menu. To access the Video Settings Menu, do the following: Be sure TODC WiFi is NOT recording. - Page 58 Refer to the below table for details of each menu option and its function. Setting Description Available Options your desired resolution. Higher 1080P (30fps) resolution has better 720P (30fps) image quality, but takes 720P (60fps) up more storage space Resolution on the SD card.
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Page 59: Loop Recording
Setting Description Available Options Video Quality Enable or adjust the 1 Min Loop Recording 3 Min Settings. 5 Min Loop Recording +2.0, +5/3, +4/3, Indicates your currently selected +1.0, +2/3, +1/3, Exposure Value +0.0, -1/3, -2/3, -1.0, -4/3, -5/3, -2.0 (EV). - Page 60 To access the Sports Settings Menu, do the following: Be sure TODC WiFi is NOT recording. Short press the Power / Mode Button to switch from vehicle recording mode to sport recording mode. The following icon will appear in the top left of the screen indicating you are in sport recording mode: Press the Menu Button to enter the Sports Settings Menu...
- Page 61 Setting Description Available Options your desired resolution. Higher 1080P (30fps) resolution has better 720P (30fps) image quality, but takes 720P (60fps) up more storage space Resolution on the SD card. Super Fine Adjust the quality of the Fine video being taken. Normal Video Quality +2.0,...
- Page 62 To access the Still Photo Menu, do the following: Be sure TODC WiFi is NOT recording. Short press the Power / Mode Button to switch from Vehicle Recording Mode to Sport Recording Mode. Short press the Power / Mode Button a second time to switch from Sport Recording Mode to Still Photo Mode.
- Page 63 Setting Description Available Options your desired 10MP resolution. Higher resolution has better image quality, but takes up more storage space on the SD card. Resolution Super Fine Adjust the quality of the Fine image being taken. Normal Quality Indicates your +2.0, +5/3, +4/3,...
- Page 64 To access the Setup Menu, do the following (Note: Setup menu can be accessed from any of TODC WiFi’s modes: Be sure TODC WiFi is NOT recording. Press the Menu Button to enter the Video Settings Menu, then press the Menu Button a second time to enter the Setup Menu.
- Page 66 Refer to the below table for details of each menu option and its function: Setting Description Available Options Turn on/off the sound of Beep beep navigate menus. Adjust Volume Sounds… playback volume. Turn Voice Rec microphone on/off. Turn on/off the LED light on the front of TODC WiFi.
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Page 67: White Balance
Setting Description Available Options vehicle’s dashboard instead windshield, turn this function on to flip the video screen and keep your video footage right-side up. English Chinese Traditional Chinese Simplified French Change the language of TODC WiFi’s Menus. Russian German Language Japanese Korean This is a setting for TV’s... - Page 68 Setting Description Available Options settings and view the Firm Version firmware version. Card Info Performing a format will delete everything from Format… microSD card, including locked videos.
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Page 69: Transferring Videos To Pc
5 Transferring Videos to PC 5.1 Using USB Cable Follow these instructions to transfer videos to your PC: Connect the micro USB tip of a micro USB cable to TODC WiFi. Connect the full size USB tip to the USB port on your laptop or desktop (after completing this step, TODC WiFi flash a message onscreen and then connect to your computer). - Page 70 If the Auto Play pop-up box above does not appear on your computer once you have selected, Mass Storage on the camera; launch the My Computer application on your computer.
- Page 71 You will see a new disk drive named something similar “Removable Disk (E:)” – the letter following Removable Disk will vary from computer to computer. Double click on this disk to enter TODC WiFi’s microSD card and navigate to the screen below.
- Page 72 Note: 1. For additional assistance transferring files from TODC WiFi to your computer, contact The Original Dash Cam team at www.GetDashCam.com Copyright © 2015 All rights reserved. All other marks, products or company names mentioned in this guide are trademarks of their respective companies.
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