NextBase NBDVR512GW ULTRA Instruction Manual

NextBase NBDVR512GW ULTRA Instruction Manual

1440p quad hd dash cam with gps, wi-fi & anti glare polarising filter

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Instruction Manual
Ultra
1440p Quad HD Dash Cam with GPS,
Wi-Fi & Anti Glare Polarising Filter

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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual Ultra 1440p Quad HD Dash Cam with GPS, Wi-Fi & Anti Glare Polarising Filter...
  • Page 3: Introduction To Using A Dash Cam

    INTRODUCTION TO USING A DASH CAM The iN-CAR CAM range of Dash Cams have been designed specifically with ease of use in mind, it is recommended NOT to change the default settings, which have been carefully selected to give the best performance for day to day use.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION TO USING A DASH CAM ............. TABLE OF CONTENTS ....................PRECAUTIONS ......................CAUTIONS ON USING THIS PRODUCT ..............PRODUCT SPECIFICATION ..................PACKAGE CONTENTS ....................PRODUCT FEATURES ....................POWERED GPS MOUNT ....................CAMERA - PARTS & CONTROLS .................
  • Page 5: Precautions

    PRECAUTIONS Please read this manual carefully before operation and keep it for future reference. It will be helpful should you encounter any operational problem. WARNING: Do not expose this product to rain, moisture or water under any circumstances, doing so may result in the risk of electric shock or fire. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the instruction manual unless you are qualified to do so.
  • Page 6: Product Specification

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATION Model Number / Name NBDVR512GW / ULTRA Power Requirements 5V / 1.5A Power Supply 12-24Vdc Car Power Cable (supplied) Fuse Type: 20mm / 2A Output: 5Vdc Sensor Resolution 6.8M Pixel (6,798,816 Pixels) Lens - Type / Angle / Aperture 6G / 140°...
  • Page 7: Package Contents

    & Software Disk Product appearance may differ slightly to that shown above. PRODUCT FEATURES Thank you for purchasing this NEXTBASE Dash Cam, in this section we will outline some of the features available with this Dash Cam. 3.0" LCD Colour Screen LCD screen for ease of use and viewing the playback of recorded videos and photos.
  • Page 8: Powered Gps Mount

    POWERED GPS MOUNT Please see below to identify the parts of the supplied powered mount. Locking lever The locking lever is used to attach and release the window mount to your vehicles windscreen. Pull the lever down to prepare the window mount for use. Once the mount is firmly upon the windscreen (in a suitable location) push the lever to lock the mount in place.
  • Page 9: Camera - Parts & Controls

    CAMERA - PARTS & CONTROLS Please see below to identify the parts and controls of your Dash Cam. Front: Mounting point (located under the dust cover) After removing the dust cover, attach the supplied powered GPS mount here. Speaker Integral speaker for audio playback directly from the Dash Cam. Camera lens Wide Angle 140°, 6 Element glass lens for optimum picture quality.
  • Page 10 CAMERA - PARTS & CONTROLS (CONTD.) Back: Power On / Off Press and hold for 2 seconds to turn on / off the Dash Cam. Up / Microphone Off Press to navigate up within menus and to move to the previous file when in playback mode. Microphone Off: Press to turn off / on the microphone (audio recording), only available whilst in video mode.
  • Page 11 CAMERA - PARTS & CONTROLS (CONTD.) CAMERA - PARTS & CONTROLS (CONTD.) Continued from previous page. Dual colour LED indicator Red = power on Red flashing = recording Blue = battery charging Screen 3.0' LCD colour screen for the viewing of recorded files on the Dash Cam. 10.
  • Page 12 Used to connect an auxiliary rear camera (sold separately), contact your local Nextbase dealer for availability. Note: - Failure to use the approved Nextbase Rear Camera, will result in damage being caused which will not be covered under the manufacturers warranty. 14. DC-IN & USB socket (located under the dust cover) Connect the supplied car power cable or USB data cable here.
  • Page 13 CAMERA - PARTS & CONTROLS (CONTD.) Sides: 17. HD Output (located under the dust cover) Used to connect your Dash Cam to a television using an HD Cable (sold separately). 18. Microphone Integral microphone for audio recording. 19. MicroSD Card slot Insert the MicroSD card here, taking care that the gold contacts are facing towards the back of the Dash Cam.
  • Page 14: In Vehicle Installation

    IN VEHICLE INSTALLATION Please follow the instructions below for first-time installation of the Dash Cam. For day to day use simply remove the camera from the mount as required. Insert MicroSD Card Insert a suitable MicroSD card (Class 10 48/Mbps) in to the Dash Cam, taking care that the gold contacts are facing towards the LCD screen side of the Dash Cam.
  • Page 15 IN VEHICLE INSTALLATION (CONTD.) Attach the mount to the Dash Cam Slide the Dash Cam onto the mount. Once attached magnets within the mount will hold the two parts together. Attach the mount to the windscreen Remove the protective plastic film from the suction cup of the mount. Select a suitable position for the mount and clean the windscreen with a dry / clean cloth to achieve a good contact between the glass and suction cup.
  • Page 16 - Do NOT wire the Dash Cam directly to a 12V supply by cutting the cigarette plug off the end of the cable, or damage will result. - A Nextbase hardwire kit is available from your retailer. This connects directly to the vehicle fusebox and hence leaves your cigarette socket available for Phone / Sat Nav charging.
  • Page 17 IN VEHICLE INSTALLATION (CONTD.) Please read and follow the notes below for the safe operation of your Dash Cam within your vehicle. As per the installation instructions, you must install the Dash Cam so it does NOT obstruct the drivers view of the road, preferably on the passenger side of the vehicle and behind the rear view mirror.
  • Page 18: First Time Use

    FIRST TIME USE To ensure the set up of this Dash Cam is as quick and simple as possible, there is an easy to follow ‘First Time Use’ menu. This menu is used to set your preferred Language, Country (this defines your time zone) and speed units.
  • Page 19: Polarising Filter

    POLARISING FILTER This Dash Cam incorporates a polarising filter to reduce windscreen glare and reflection, often seen on recordings. In bright sunlight the filter will also enhance the colour and contrast levels to help capture important number plate detail. The filter has a rotating bezel, so you can adjust the polarising filter exactly how you need in your vehicle.
  • Page 20: Video Mode

    VIDEO MODE The key below explains the various information displayed on the screen when your Dash Cam is in Video mode, some icons will only be displayed once the relevant function has been selected within the Video menu, as described below. 2:37 16:04:37 14/10/2015...
  • Page 21 VIDEO MODE (CONTD.) Video Menu The Video Menu is accessed by pressing the MENU button whilst in video mode. Video Menu Resolution Exposure Audio Recording Number Plate Back Enter MENU The default settings have been carefully selected to allow you to use the Dash Cam without the need to change any settings.
  • Page 22 VIDEO MODE (CONTD.) Continued from previous page. Video Menu Number Plate Video Length Time Lapse Recording Parking Mode Back Enter MENU Number Plate Enter the registration number for your vehicle, this will then be shown on the video file. Video Length Select the duration of the individual recorded video files.
  • Page 23 VIDEO MODE (CONTD.) Continued from previous page. Video Menu Parking Mode Rotate Display Time & Date Stamp Number Plate Speed Stamp Back Enter MENU Parking Mode When Parking Mode has been turned on, the Dash Cam enters standby mode when the 12Vdc supply has been turned OFF (typically removing your ignition key).
  • Page 24 13. GPS Location Stamp Turn On / Off both the GPS co-ordinates and speed stamp that are shown on recorded files. When a recording is viewed using the supplied NEXTBASE Replay playback software both the GPS co-ordinates and speed information remains available.
  • Page 25: Photo Mode

    PHOTO MODE Press the MODE button to select Photo mode. The key below explains the information displayed on the screen when your Dash Cam is in Photo mode. 16:04:37 14/10/2015 Mode: indicates the Dash Cam is in Photo mode. Exposure: displays current exposure level setting. Date: current date.
  • Page 26 PHOTO MODE (CONTD.) Photo Menu The Photo Menu is accessed by pressing the MENU button whilst in photo mode. Photo Menu Exposure Time & Date Stamp Back Enter MENU The default settings have been carefully selected to allow you to use the Dash Cam without the need to change any settings.
  • Page 27: Playback Mode

    PLAYBACK MODE Press the MODE button to select Playback mode, the Dash Cam will display the last recorded file. Dependent on the type of file, the on-screen information and playback functions differ. Video Files: 2015_1209_184030_003A.MOV 1:39 HH:MM:SS DD/MM/YYYY Mode: indicates the Dash Cam is in Playback mode. File type: indicates whether a video or photo file is being viewed.
  • Page 28 PLAYBACK MODE Photo Files: 2015_1209_184030_003.JPG HH:MM:SS DD/MM/YYYY Mode: indicates the Dash Cam is in Playback mode. File type: indicates whether a video or photo file is being viewed. File number: displays current file number. Time: displays the time that the current image was taken. Date: displays the date that the current image was taken.
  • Page 29 PLAYBACK MODE (CONTD.) Deleting files: Highlight the Delete Files option and press the OK button. Playback Menu Delete Files Protect Files Back Enter MENU This will then give you two options: Delete File Delete ALL Files Delete Files Delete Files Delete File Delete File Delete ALL Files...
  • Page 30 PLAYBACK MODE (CONTD.) Protecting files: Highlight the Protect Files option and press the OK button. Playback Menu Delete Files Protect Files Back Enter MENU This will then give you two options: Protect File Unprotect File Protect Files Protect Files Protect File Protect File Unprotect File Unprotect File...
  • Page 31: Setup Menu

    SETUP MENU Setup Menu The Setup Menu is accessed by pressing the MENU button twice. Setup Menu Wi-Fi Format SD Card Time & Date Time Zone / DST Back Enter MENU The default settings have been carefully selected to allow you to use the Dash Cam without the need to change any settings.
  • Page 32 SETUP MENU (CONTD.) Continued from previous page. Setup Menu Language Country Speed Units Screen Display Back Enter MENU Language Select preferred language. Options: English, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Norwegian Spanish and Swedish Default Setting: English Country Select your current Country, this will then automatically adjust the Time Zone / DST setting to your Time Zone, i.e.
  • Page 33 SETUP MENU (CONTD.) Continued from previous page. Setup Menu Screen Saver Screen Dimming Device Sounds Announcements Back Enter MENU Screen Saver Turn on the Screen Saver function to shut down the screen after 30 seconds of button inactivity, press any button to re-activate the display. Note: - If the Speed Display function has been turned on, then Screen Saver will not be available.
  • Page 34 SETUP MENU (CONTD.) Continued from previous page. Setup Menu Auto Power Off System Info Default Settings Back Enter MENU 13. Auto Power Off Adjust the timing of the Auto Power Off function, this can be used to continue recording in event of loss of power within the vehicle.
  • Page 35: Pc Connection

    - ALWAYS turn Off the Dash Cam before disconnecting from your computer. Update (Windows and Mac) When this option is selected, it is for use with the NEXTBASE Replay 3 Playback software in order to update the Firmware within the Dash Cam to the latest version.
  • Page 36: Video & Audio Output

    All functions of the Dash Cam are available whilst using the High Definition output. Please contact your local NEXTBASE dealer for accessory purchases. Note: - An external power supply may be required when viewing recordings via the AV or HD output of the Dash Cam, e.g.
  • Page 37: Trouble Shooting

    TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM SOLUTION The sucker will not stay in Ensure that the protective cover (plastic film) has been removed place upon my windscreen. from the suction pad. Moisten the sucker slightly before affixing upon the windscreen. Ensure that the locking lever is fully open when the sucker is pushed on to the windscreen and then close the lever.
  • Page 38 Restart the PC, as this may be required for the necessary driver to be loaded correctly. Disconnect and reconnect the Dash Cam. Contact NEXTBASE for the required driver. Video files cannot be played. The video files from the iN CAR CAM are in .MOV format and may not be compatible with your PC if suitable playback software is not installed.
  • Page 39 The Codecs upon your PC may not be compatible or the latest with video during playback. standard. Download the latest Codecs from: www.nextbase.co.uk Video has no sound. Ensure that “Record Audio” setting is turned ON within the Video Menu of the Dash Cam.
  • Page 40 When Wi-Fi Mode is turned on the screen of the Dash Cam will display the Network Name and Password. This password is case sensitive. The NEXTBASE Cam Viewer Please uninstall the NEXTBASE Cam Viewer app and re-download app will not open. again from your devices App Store. When I open the NEXTBASE...
  • Page 41 NOTES...
  • Page 43 NBDVR512GW-IM-ENG-R5...

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