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D2200 User Guide AUTOMOTIVE DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDER...
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Dear Whistler Customer, Thank you for choosing a Whistler product. We are dedicated to providing products that represent both quality and value. Please read the User Guide carefully before using this product. If you have additional questions, please visit the FAQ page on our website at...
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WHAT’S INCLUDED D2200 WINDSHIELD MICRO BRACKET SD CARD DC POWER Car Charger USER CORD USB CABLE GUIDE FEATURE DESCRIPTION Camera Lens OK / Record Button Speaker Mode Button (E) Status LED IR LEDs LCD Display Power Button Reset Button Micro SD Card slot...
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FEATURE DESCRIPTION Button and Function 1. Camera Lens – 120º wide-angle lens. 2. Speaker – Provides audio for playback and device tones. 3. Status LED – BLUE = power on, RED = charging, Flashing Blue = Recording 4. LCD Display – View photo and video. 5.
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FEATURE DESCRIPTION 11. Mode Button – Press (E) to switch modes: Video, Camera, Play back. A brief press while recording will manually lock the current file. 12. Infrared LEDs – Provides infrared light for night recordings. 13. Power Button – Press and hold to power ON/OFF A brief press while in operation will toggle between IR LED's ON/ OFF.
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OPERATIONS Designed exclusively for motor vehicles operating at 12 or 24 volts DC. Inserting a micro SD Card Before initial use, insert the micro SD card that's included. (Suggest at least a 8 GB card (Class 10 minimum), up to 32GB) Charging the Unit Fully charge DVR for initial use by: •...
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OPERATIONS Installing the Windshield Bracket The included windshield bracket securely places the DVR onto the vehicle’s windshield. Follow the procedure below to secure the bracket: 1. Slide the collar into the bracket mounting point on top of the DVR. 2. If applicable, remove protective film from the suction cup.
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OPERATIONS Power Connection in Vehicle 1. Plug the mini USB end of the vehicle power cord into the USB jack of the DVR. 2. Insert the other end of the power cord into the vehicle’s lighter socket / power port. NOTE: Unit will automatically turn on and start recording when power is applied.
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OPERATIONS Date & Time Setting 1. Once connected with car charger, the device will power ON and start recording. Press the OK button to switch into standby mode. 2. Press the MENU (M) button twice then Press the or to select Date/Time. Press OK to enter into setting.
OPERATIONS Video Mode 1. Power on: Press the to turn on DVR. 2. The icon is shown in the top left corner with a blinking red dot when recording. Press OK to stop recording if desired. NOTE: When powered externally the DVR will automatically be in Video Record mode and begin recording after initial power ON.
OPERATIONS Camera Mode 1. Take Picture: Press MODE (E) button. Camera icon will be displayed in upper left corner. 2. Press OK to take an image. Camera Mode Picture Count Exposure Resolution Compensation Auto White Balance IR LED's ON SD Card Icon will show when installed Battery (Charging Shown)
OPERATIONS Playback Mode Press MODE (E) to enter review screen. Use or to highlight a file. Press OK to play a video. Use OK to pause the video. Press MENU (M) to select another file. When in this mode press MENU (M) to select Delete, Protect or Slide Show Options.
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OPERATIONS USB Settings Connect the unit to a computer using the USB cable included. Mass Storage - The recorded files can be accessed directly from the micro SD card installed into the DVR. They can be viewed directly from the card or transferred to the computer for storage.
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OPERATIONS Battery Charging Full Battery Slightly Low Battery Low Battery Battery Empty • The unit may be charged using the included 12V Car Adapter or USB cable. • The red indicator light will be illuminated until charging is complete. NOTE: The unit is intended to be used with external power source being supplied with either cord included.
OPERATIONS Special Functions • G-sensor function. If a sudden shock is detected (such as in an accident) the video segment recorded is protected from being overwritten. • Automatic power ON / OFF function when using car adapter plugged into 12V power port controlled by vehicle ignition.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Confirm that the micro SD card is of Can’t record or proper class (C10 min.) and has available take photo capacity. If the unit does not recognize the card, remove the SD card and insert it again. If Unit doesn’t still not recognized, the SD card maybe work with my damaged or device does not support this...
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TROUBLESHOOTING Reset Operation can be restored by pushing the reset button. NOTE: No user serviceable parts inside. Do not open product. Use and Care 1. Unit does not use a Touch Screen to control its functions! Do not touch screen with any objects as damage to screen may occur.
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SPECIFICATIONS Specifications are subject to change without notice. Features HD camera, HD video recording Unit 105 X 50 X 20 mm Dimensions 4.1" X 1.9" X .79" HxWxD Unit Weight 54 g (1.9 oz) LCD Screen 2.7" TFT Size Zoom W / T Digital Lenses 120º...
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SPECIFICATIONS Battery 180mAH Capacity Power 220mA Consumption Microphone/ Supported Speaker Supported languages are listed in MENU Language settings Photo Mode 12 Mega pixels Photo Format JPEG Video Output NTSC / PAL USB Function USB - Disk Operating 0° ~ 50°C (32° ~ 122°F) @ Humidity of Temperature 10% - 80% Range...
SPECIFICATIONS Basic functions • Low illumination high-definition video 1080HD@25fps 720P@30fps • Built-in low illumination 120º lenses • 2.7 inch LTPS Monitor • Impact sensitivity adjustment automatically locks file • Supports cycle video • A / V output jack • Supports up to 32 GB micro SD card •...
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MENU OPTIONS Video Resolution: 1080HD / 720P / VGA / QVGA Loop Recording: OFF / 3 min / 5 min / 10 min Exposure Compensation: -3 -- +3 White Balance: Auto / Daylight / Cloudy / Fluorescent / Incandescent Motion Detecting: ON / OFF Recording Audio: ON / OFF G-Sensor: OFF / Low / Medium / High Parking Monitor: Off / Low / Medium / High...
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All express or implied warranties for this product are limited to one (1) year. Whistler is not liable for damages arising from the use, misuse, or operation of this product including but not limited...
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Service Under Warranty During the warranty period, defective units will be repaired or replaced (with the same or a comparable model), at Whistler’s option, without charge to the purchaser when returned prepaid, with dated proof of purchase to the address below. Units...
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IMPORTANT: To validate that your unit is within the warranty period, make sure you keep a copy of your dated proof of purchase. For warranty verification purposes, a copy of your dated store receipt must accompany any Whistler product sent in for warranty work. Service Out-Of-Warranty Units will be repaired at “out-of-warranty”...
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VISA or American Express. Personal checks are not accepted. In the event repairs cannot be covered by the minimum service fee, you will be contacted by a Whistler technical service specialist who will outline options available to you. IMPORTANT: When returning your unit for service, be certain to include a daytime telephone number and an email address (if applicable).
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