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860-00260-00 Draft 02
FirstVu HD One
Operation Guide
Professional, Wearable, High Definition
Digital Video Recording System
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Page 1: Operation Guide
Digital Video Recording System Copyright © 2016 Digital Ally, Inc. All Rights Reserved. This publication may not be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in whole or part in any form or by any means electronic, mechanical, recording, photocopying, or in any other... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Charging Using the Battery Charger (Preferred Method) ................3 Charging from a Computer or optional Docking Station ................3 Charging In a Vehicle ............................3 Charging Using an AC Power Outlet ......................3 FirstVu HD One Charging and Battery Indicators..................3 ..........................4 ETTING THE ATE AND Automatically setting the date and time ...................... - Page 3 FirstVu HD One™ Operation Guide 860-00260-00 Draft 02 Toolbar Controls............................23 Playback Controls ............................23 Playback Slider bar ............................23 View Selection and Options ........................... 24 & B ..........................24 EMORY ATTERY LERTS Memory Alert: ............................... 24 Battery Alerts: ............................... 24 Battery Replacement: ............................
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Page 4: Introduction
FirstVu HD One™ Operation Guide 860-00260-00 Draft 02 Introduction The FirstVu HD One is a Professional, Evidentiary, Wearable, Mountable, and Weather- Resistant Digital Video System. Record video and audio, evidence wherever the job requires, day or night while also collecting useful information such as a date/time stamp, and marks (video bookmarks). -
Page 5: Standard Parts
Wedge Kit Optional Accessories VuLink™ Wireless In-Car Video Link Automatically start recordings on your FirstVu HD One or FirstVu HD using the same triggers as vehicle video systems, regardless of whether the unit is mounted or worn. FirstVu HD Docking Station Provides automated, simultaneous uploading and charging for up to 12 FirstVu HD or FirstVu HD One devices plus 12 batteries. -
Page 6: Getting Started
Battery Charging Information The FirstVu HD One should be fully charged before initial use using the AC power outlet or DC auto adapter. With the unit powered off, charge the unit initially for 8~10 hours. -
Page 7: Setting The Date And Time
6 hours to the current time to reflect the UTC time. 3. Go to File>Save As and name the file “DATE.txt” 4. Connect your FirstVu HD One via the supplied USB cable and transfer the DATE.txt file to the root drive. -
Page 8: Device Configuration - Vuvault
FirstVu HD One device. VideoManagerII and previous versions of VuVault will not work with the FirstVu HD One. VuVault is used to manage FirstVu HD One settings as well as activate your device for use within the system. -
Page 9: Location
A configuration field will be available in the Admin>Devices tab within VuVault once a valid FirstVu HD One serial number has been added into the system. These global settings will define how all users will interface with the FirstVu HD One. - Page 10 Settings: Enabled, Disabled, Enabled (w/o Pre-Event) [default] Frames Per Second This parameter sets the number of frames per second the FirstVu HD One will record. The higher the setting, the better the video quality, and the larger the size of the event files.
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Page 11: Vulink Setting
860-00260-00 Draft 02 VuLink Setting Set VuLink Assign a VuLink™ device serial number for use with your FirstVu HD One. A Vulink™ wireless link is required (see the “VuLink Operation and Installation Guide”, or call Digital Ally Inc. Technical Support for more information). -
Page 12: Activating Your Firstvu Hd One Within Vuvault
The Media Card Administration function is used to erase, format, and activate the FirstVu HD One device to be ready for use with VuVault. The FirstVu HD One must be connected to a VuVault computer via USB port. Make sure it is powered on and in Standby mode. - Page 13 8. Click the Activate button. The Status field will indicate when the process has completed. VuVault will create files named “deviceconfig” and “AssignedTo” and place into the root folder of the FirstVu HD One. These and all other media files are accessible to the user only if Secure USB Port is disabled within the VuVault Admin>Settings>FirstVu HD One Defaults Menu.
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Page 14: Device Configuration - Mini Configuration Manager
The Mini Configuration Manager software is used to manage FirstVu HD One settings as well as activate a FirstVu HD One device or an external memory card for use in a FirstVu HD One (non-VuVault installations). Various configurable items can be adjusted to meet your specific setting requirements. -
Page 15: Location
Greenwich Mean Time. During device configuration, the local time from the PC real time clock will be used, and Central Standard Time is set by default. Settings: UTC, UTC-6 (CST) [default] Digital Ally, Inc. | Device Configuration – Mini Configuration Manager... -
Page 16: Settings
The Pre-Event Time option allows you to set the amount of time for the pre- event buffer. The FirstVu HD One will buffer the last 0-60 seconds of audio and video so it can be recorded during a record event. If set for 0 seconds, pre-event function will be disabled. -
Page 17: Save Configuration File
FirstVu HD One, reboot the device by turning the power OFF then ON. After the configuration file is copied, reboot your FirstVu HD One. It is now configured & ready for use. If you have also configured a VuLink device using the Mini-Configuration Manager, the necessary information to communicate with VuLink is also contained within the configuration file. -
Page 18: Operation
Using the supplied USB cable, connect your FirstVu HD One to a computer using the USB port next to the power switch. Power the unit on and the FirstVu HD One will appear on the computer as a removable storage drive. Double click on the drive and the video file folders will be listed. -
Page 19: Uploading Files Using Vuvault
Uploading Files using VuVault Non-Secure USB Port method To upload video files from the FirstVu HD One when the Secure USB Port is not enabled, plug the supplied USB cable into the computer USB port and insert the other end of the cable into the FirstVu HD One USB port. - Page 20 FirstVu HD One™ Operation Guide 860-00260-00 Draft 02 The system will verify the files to be uploaded. If event files are being uploaded from a device that is not recognized by the system, the user will be prompted to add them with the built-in Add Device Wizard by clicking on Define Device in the lower right-hand corner of the Device Event Details pane.
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Page 21: Secure Usb Port Method
FirstVu HD One cannot record while it is uploading or downloading files. Secure USB Port Method 1. To manually upload video files from the FirstVu HD One when the Secure USB Port is enabled, plug the supplied USB cable into the computer USB port and insert the other end of the cable into the FirstVu HD One USB port. - Page 22 FirstVu HD One™ Operation Guide 860-00260-00 Draft 02 VuVault will load the available recordings from your device and verify the files to be uploaded. If event files are being uploaded from a device that is not recognized by the system, the user will be prompted to add them with the built-in Add Device Wizard by clicking on Define Device in the lower right-hand corner of the Device Event Details pane.
- Page 23 One after the upload is complete. If you choose to remove the files, you MUST also unplug the FirstVu HD One when finished to complete the delete process. When using Secure USB Port Mode, the files will not be deleted until the FirstVu HD One USB cable is unplugged from the computer.
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Page 24: Using The Docking Station
FirstVu HD One status indicators While your FirstVu HD One is attached to the docking station, the Blue LED will indicate battery charging status and the Yellow LED will indicate upload status. Digital Ally, Inc. | Operation... -
Page 25: Video Playback And Management
Playback Controls Using the Digital Ally Viewer The Digital Ally Viewer is a user-friendly software package to allow basic playback of video, audio, and metadata files, as well as many advanced features. The Digital Ally Viewer installer is located on your product DVD. Once installed, open the program by double clicking on the Digital Ally Viewer icon, or by selecting the program from the Start Menu>Programs>Digital... -
Page 26: Toolbar Controls
FirstVu HD One™ Operation Guide 860-00260-00 Draft 02 Toolbar Controls Browse Media: Browse and select event files (.mtd) to playback. Save Media: Save changes or segment a video event. Segmenting the video allows you to create a new video without altering the original video. -
Page 27: View Selection And Options
15 minutes of recording time remaining based on battery power level. When the FirstVu HD One is plugged into a USB port and power is turned on, a fast flash of the Blue status indicator indicates battery charging is in progress. ... -
Page 28: Status Indicators
FirstVu HD One™ Operation Guide 860-00260-00 Draft 02 Status Indicators LED Status indicators are used to indicate the operational status of the FirstVu HD One. The status indicators are located on the top of the camera module and main module. Normal Mode... -
Page 29: Covert Mode
When in a Data Transfer stage, wireless communications with VuLink are automatically disabled. This prevents an accidental recording while docked. * VuLink is a secure wireless gateway which allows your FirstVu HD One to connect to your vehicle’s input triggers. Contact Digital Ally, Inc. at 1-800-440-4947 for more information. -
Page 30: Specifications
FirstVu HD One™ Operation Guide 860-00260-00 Draft 02 Specifications Operating Temperature -20° to +70° C Storage Temperature -40° to +80° C 3.7VDC, 2,200mAh, Rechargeable Lithium Ion Polymer Battery, Standard Battery Field replaceable. 2 batteries included. Extended Battery 3.7VDC, 4,400mAh, Rechargeable Lithium Ion Polymer Battery, (Optional) Field replaceable. -
Page 31: Warranty Information
STANDARD LIMITED WARRANTY FIRSTVU HD ONE™ HIGH DEFINITION COMPACT PERSONAL VIDEO RECORDER. We warranty that our personal video recorder, Model FirstVu HD One, will be free from defects in workmanship and material for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase by the original purchaser. -
Page 32: Contact Information
FirstVu HD One™ Operation Guide 860-00260-00 Draft 02 Contact Information 9705 Loiret Blvd Lenexa, KS 66219 Website: www.digitalallyinc.com Support E-Mail: support@digitalallyinc.com Sales E-Mail: sales@digitalallyinc.com Phone: 913-814-7774 Fax: 913-814-7775 Sales / Support Toll Free: 1-800-440-4947... -
Page 33: Regulatory
The CE Mark is a European marking of conformity indicating that a product complies with the essential requirements of the applicable European laws or Directives with respect to safety, health, environment, and consumer protection. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Digital Ally, Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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