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- Page 1 DCAM AUTOMOTIVE VIDEO RECORDER OWNER’S MANUAL © 2016 Uniden America Corporation Issue 1, May 2016 Irving, Texas Printed in China...
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Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Uniden does not represent this product to be waterproof. Do not expose this product to rain or moisture. • This product is intended for use in a motor vehicle. Don’t install the device where it will block the driver’s view of the road (including the mirrors) or the deployment of the airbag. • Keep your attention on the road! Don’t try to operate or focus on any device while driving. If you have to concentrate on the device, pull off the road for a few minutes. • Ensure that the camera lens is kept clean and there is nothing blocking the lens. • Don’t leave the device in direct sunlight for a long period of time or where the temperature could go above 140°F (60°C). -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS ........7 INSTALLATION AND POWER UP ......9 ATTACHING THE WINDSHIELD MOUNT ........9 INSTALLING THE MICROSD CARD ........... 10 POWERING UP THE DCAM ............10 OPERATING THE DCAM .......... 11 RECORD MODE ................12 Recording ................. 12 Save Current Recording ............ - Page 4 MASS STORAGE ................. 21 TROUBLESHOOTING ..........22 SPECIFICATIONS ............23 ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ......26...
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Page 5: Overview
DCAM AUTOMOTIVE VIDEO RECORDER OVERVIEW The Uniden DCam is an ultra-compact recorder that can be set up to continuously capture high quality video even in low light conditions. The built-in G-Sensor system triggers the camera to instantly begin recording if the vehicle is bumped or scraped. The DCam can even record outside the vehicle for the duration of the internal battery’s power. FEATURES • 1.5” color screen • High Definition Recording • Infrared Night Vision • G-Sensor • Loop Recording • Auto Power Off • Date and Time Stamp • Records onto microSD Card (8GB included); Supports up to 32GB • Internal Rechargeable Battery (up to 10 minutes) • Built-in Microphone... -
Page 6: What's In The Box
WHAT’S IN THE BOX? Uniden DCam Windshield 8GB MicroSD Mount card Not shown: Printed materials DC (CAR) USB Cable Adapter If any items are missing or damaged, get answers 24/7 at our website: www.uniden.com. -
Page 7: Controls And Indicators
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS NOTE: Your unit may appear slightly di erent from the one shown. No. Item Description Lens USB Port Connect External Power & charge battery. Connect to PC for data (microSD card) transfer. - Page 8 No. Item Description UP ▲ In Record mode, zoom in. In Menu list, move the cursor one line In Playback mode, increase volume. BLUE - (Solid) Not Recording BLUE - (Flashing) Recording When not recording, opens the Menu. MENU RED - Indicates charging DOWN In Record mode, zoom out. ▼ In Menu list, move the cursor one line down. In Playback mode, decrease volume. LCD Screen In Record mode, press this button to start/stop video recording. In Photo mode, use this button to take a snapshot. In Menus, press to confirm a menu selection and confirm changes in the settings. While recording, press to lock (save M / from overwrite) the current recording. When not recording, press to shift between Record, Photo, and Playback mode.
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Page 9: Installation And Power Up
No. Item Description POWER Press to turn power on. Press & hold to turn power off. In Record mode, press to turn Infrared LEDs (night vision) on/off. Card Slot microSD card slot Reset If the device fails to operate, try resetting the device. Press the reset button using a pin or unfolded paperclip. Records sound Bracket Slide the windshield mount bracket Slot hook into this slot to secure the unit. Infrared LED for night vision Speaker INSTALLATION AND POWER UP ATTACHING THE WINDSHIELD MOUNT Insert the windshield mount bracket hook into the bracket slot on the top of the DCam. After inserting the hook, slide it down until it locks in position. Press the suction cup flat against the windshield. Push the suction lock up until it snaps into place and tighten the locking collar to secure. -
Page 10: Installing The Microsd Card
The unit can support microSDHC cards (High Capacity microSD) up to 32GB in capacity. Uniden recommends using a good quality microSDHC card of at least 8GB capacity and minimum Class 10 speed. Insert a formatted microSD card gently in the slot on the side of the unit. To remove the card from the slot, press the edge of the microSD card inwards for it to pop out and then pull it out of the slot. If the microSD card is not formatted, refer to page 19 to reformat the card. POWERING UP THE DCAM Only use the DC car adapter that comes with your device. Any other adapter might damage the device. Refer to your car’s owner’s manual to verify where the power outlets are on and around the dashboard. Locate an outlet that supplies 12V electric power when the key is in the ON or ACC position. Connect the car adapter to the camera and to the that power outlet. Start the car. The camera turns on automatically and begins recording. When the car’s engine is turned... -
Page 11: Operating The Dcam
At other times, press the button to turn it on. Press and hold the button to turn it off. The unit charges the internal battery whenever power is detected through the USB port. When the unit is being charged, the red LED is on. It will automatically turn off when the unit has been charged completely. The unit will take about 90 minutes to charge completely. The Battery Status icon tells you how full the battery is. Full Empty Half Full OPERATING THE DCAM The DCam operates in three modes: Record mode, Photo mode, and Playback mode. These modes also have menus to help you configure recording and taking photos. Press M/ until you access the mode you want. An icon appears in the upper left corner of the screen for each mode. -
Page 12: Record Mode
Record Mode Photo Mode Playback Mode In Record, Photo, or Playback mode, press the Menu key ( ) once to access the menu settings for that particular mode. Press it twice to display the Setup menu. The Setup menu is common to all modes. See page RECORD MODE To record video, verify that a valid microSD card (8GB supplied) is inserted in the microSD slot. Inserting or removing the microSD card when the unit is recording causes the device to shut down. Recording When connected to a car charger, the unit automatically goes into Record mode and starts recording. The icon displays on the screen, with a flashing red dot beside it to indicate recording is in progress. A red timer also displays in the upper right corner. If the unit is not recording, press OK to start recording. A flashing red dot appears next to the icon and a red timer displays in the upper right corner. To stop recording, press OK and the red dot and timer disappear, indicating that the recording has stopped. -
Page 13: Save Current Recording
The DCam must be connected to power to record automatically when powered on. Save Current Recording You can save the file that is currently recording so that it will not be overwritten if space is needed. While recording, press M/ ; the icon appears on the screen. This indicates that the recording has been locked and will not be overwritten by new video clips. Press OK to stop recording. The icon disappears from the screen. Record Mode Menu You cannot access menus when the the unit is recording. To access the Record menus, stop recording by pressing OK. - Page 14 Option Description Loop Loop recording allows you to set video Recording file length (Off, 1, 2, or 3 minutes). Selecting a file length activates loop recording. When the microSD card fills up, it loops back to the oldest file and records over it. If you select OFF, video records in 10 minute blocks. When the microSD card fills up, a Card Full message displays and recording stops. Exposure Sets the brightness sensitivity. Motion Enable this setting to allow the recorder Detection to start recording when it detects movement. Record Turns audio recording on/off. Audio Date Stamp Enables/disables the date and time on the image files. G-Sensor Detects significant or sudden movement; automatically locks the current recording.
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Page 15: Photo Mode
Option Description Beep Sound Turns on sounds when you press keys. PHOTO MODE The DCam lets you take snapshots of live video that is not recording. You cannot take a snapshot of live video while it is recording. You also cannot take a snapshot of recorded video playing back. To take a snapshot: Verify that a valid microSD card is inserted in the microSD slot. Press M/ to select Photo mode; displays in the upper left corner. Press OK. The unit takes a snapshot of live video. Photo Mode Menu Like the Record mode menu, press the Menu key ( ) once to access the menu settings for the Photo mode. Press it twice to display the Setup menu. The Setup menu is common to all modes. See page 18. - Page 16 Option Description Capture Sets the time gap for capturing an image. Mode For example, if you select 2s Timer, then 2 seconds will be the delay between the OK button being pressed and the image being captured. (Options are: Single, 2S Timer, 5S Timer, and 10S Timer) Resolution Defines the image resolution. Sequence Activates continuous shooting mode; you get up to 5 shots in one click. Quality Defines the quality of the images you capture. (Options are: Fine, Normal, and Economy) Sharpness Defines the clarity of detail in the images you capture. (Options are: Strong, Normal, andSoft) White Establishes the conditions to capture Balance an image based on the options given. (Options are: Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, and Flourscent) Color Select a color style. (Options are: Standard, Black & White, or Sepia) Increases or decreases the camera’s light sensitivity. (Options are: Auto, 100, 200, and 400)
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Page 17: Playback Mode
Option Description Exposure Sets the brightness sensitivity. (Options are -2 to +2 in 1/3 increments) Anti- Reduces the camera shake and captures Shaking a better quality image. (Options are on, off) Quick Sets the time duration the image displays Review on the screen after it has been captured. (Options are Off, 2 sec, and 5 sec) PLAYBACK MODE This mode lets you play back recorded video or view snapshots. Press M/ until either (Playback) or ► (Snap- shot) displays in the upper left corner of the screen. The last type of file saved (recorded video or snap- shot) determines the icon displayed. Press OK to view the recorded file/snapshot or ▲ (view full screen) / ▼ (view thumbnails) to scroll through the recorded files/snapshots. Playback Mode Menu Press the Menu key ( ) once to access the Playback mode options. Scroll up or down and then press OK to select an option for the snapshot/video currently... -
Page 18: Setup Menu
displaying. • Delete. Delete the current file displayed or delete all files. • Protect. Lock/unlock the current file displayed or lock/ unlock all files. SETUP MENU Press Menu key ( ) twice to access the Setup menu in any mode. The icon is highlighted in the upper left corner. Option Description Date/Time Changes the date, time, and date/time display format by using the relevant ▲ and ▼ keys, and then press OK to confirm. Auto Power Sets the time duration to automatically power off the unit when idle. (Options are Off, 1 minute, and 3 minutes) Language Select English (default), Français, Español, or Português. Frequency Select 50Hz or 60Hz (default) and press... - Page 19 Option Description Screen Sets the time to automatically turn off the Saver LCD after the recording starts. (Options are Off, 3 minutes, 5 minutes, and 10 minutes) Image Rotates the image. Rotation Format Formats the microSD card. Default Returns all the settings back to the Setting factory defaults. Version Firmware Version...
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Page 20: Using The Dcam
USING THE DCAM How do I . . . Do This . . . Record Live In Record mode, press OK. A red video dot and a red timer display on the screen. Press OK again to stop recording. Play back Go to Playback mode. Press ▼ recorded video to view thumbnail images of the recorded files or ▲ to view the files one at a time in full screen. Note: Pressing ▲ while in thumbnail mode selects the previous thumbnail. Press OK to view the file. Take a snapshot In Photo mode, press OK. -
Page 21: Connecting To A Pc
How do I . . . Do This . . . Set the date/time Go to the Settings menu and select Date/Time. Use the ▲ and ▼ buttons to change the date and time. Press M/ to exit the Date/Time setting. Unlock a From Playback mode with the recording recorded file selected, go to Menus/ Protect. Select Unlock Current. CONNECTING TO A PC If you connect the DCam to a PC (using the supplied USB cable), the DCam displays various options. Scroll to select Mass Storage. MASS STORAGE The Mass Storage option lets you manage and view the microSD card contents on the PC. When the unit is detected on the PC as an external drive, select to view the DCIM folder. Click on the DCIM folder to open and view recordings/images arranged in folders according to the specified date. The locked/protected recordings have file names beginning with “SOS,” thus enabling you to easily distinguish them from the rest of the recordings. -
Page 22: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING General Problems Possible Solutions Camera does not turn off Check your vehicle’s when the car is turned off. owner’s manual to verify that you have connected the camera to a power outlet that only operates when the key is in the ON or ACC position. If you have connected your camera accordingly and it still remains on when the car is turned off, go to www.uniden.com for assistance. The unit cannot take • Ensure that the microSD card is photos or record videos. formatted properly and inserted correctly. The unit automatically • Use the recommended .stops when recording type of microSD card (minimum 8GB Class Video is unclear. Ensure that there are no fingerprints or dirt on the lens. Ensure that the lens is always kept clean. Dark images while Adjust the EV setting. -
Page 23: Specifications
General Problems Possible Solutions Color of the images is not Set the ‘white balance’ setting to automatic. good. Cross-stripe interference Verify that Frequency in an image. option (Setup/Frequency) is set to 60Hz (North America). The unit crashes. Using a pin or an unfolded paper clip, press and hold the Reset button to restart the unit. See page 7 for the location of the reset button. SPECIFICATIONS Screen 1.5 in. LCD DDR1 Operating Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7/8/8.1 Systems Mac OS 10+/LINUX (webcam/storage) Supported Operating 32° F ~ 122° F (0° C ~ +50° C) Temp. Storage 25° F ~ 140° F (-10° C ~ +60° C) Temp. Size 66mm (L) x 31mm (H) x 41mm (W) Working 10 ~ 90% Humidity Storage microSD (up to 32GB), Class 10 (8G... - Page 24 Recording Recording Time: Off, 1 min, 2 min, or 3 Time min Video 1920x1080/1440x1080/1280x720/848x4 Resolution 80/640x480/320x240 View Angle 120° Zoom 4X digital zoom Power Supply • 12V Cigarette Car Charger Input: 12V~24V Output: DC5V/600mA • 110mAh Built-in Lithium Polymer battery (10 min) Sensor Type 1.3 MP CMOS Image Sensor 1/3” Video Frame 30fps Rate Sound Yes (built-in microphone) Recording Channels G-sensor Video Format AVI Photo 12M/10M/8M/5M/3M/2M/VGA/1.3M Resolution Video Codec MJPG Audio Codec PCM FCC/INDUSTRY CANADA COMPLIANCE FCC Compliance This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.
- Page 25 (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment. Avis de conformité à la FCC : Ce dispositif a été testé et s’avère conforme à l’article 15 des règlements de la Commission fédérale des communications (FCC). Ce dispositif est soumis aux conditions suivantes: 1) Ce dispositif ne doit pas causer d’interférences nuisibles et; 2) Il doit pouvoir supporter les parasites qu’il reçoit, incluant les parasites pouvant nuire à son fonctionnement. Tout changement ou modification non approuvé expressément par la partie responsable pourrait annuler le droit à l’utilisateur de faire fonctionner cet équipement. IC Compliance This device complies with Industry Canada license- exempt RSS standard(s).Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
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Page 26: One-Year Limited Warranty
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment. Cet appareil est conforme aux normes RSS exemptes de licences d’Industrie Canada. Son fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) cet appareil ne doit pas causer d’interférences nuisibles et (2), il doit pouvoir accepter les interférences, incluant celles pouvant nuire à son fonctionnement normal. Tout changement ou modification non approuvé expressément par la partie responsable pourrait annuler le droit à l’utilisateur de faire fonctionner cet équipement. ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Important: Save your receipt! Evidence of original purchase is required for warranty service. WARRANTOR: Uniden America Corporation (“Uniden”) ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY: Uniden warrants, for one year, to the original retail owner, this Uniden Product to be free from defects in materials & craftsmanship with only the limitations or exclusions set out below. WARRANTY DURATION: This warranty to the original user shall terminate & be of no further effect 12 months after the date of original retail sale. The warranty is invalid if the Product is (A) damaged or not maintained as reasonable or necessary, (B) modified, altered, or... - Page 27 STATEMENT OF REMEDY: In the event that the product does not conform to this warranty at any time while this warranty is in effect, warrantor will either, at its option, repair or replace the defective unit & return it to you without charge for parts, service, or any other cost (except shipping & handling) incurred by warrantor or its representatives in connection with the performance of this warranty. Warrantor, at its option, may replace the unit with a new or refurbished unit. THE LIMITED WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE IS THE SOLE & ENTIRE WARRANTY PERTAINING TO THE PRODUCT & IS IN LIEU OF & EXCLUDES ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OF ANY NATURE WHATSOEVER, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR ARISING BY OPERATION OF LAW, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER OR...
- Page 28 PROVIDE FOR THE REIMBURSEMENT OR PAYMENT OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow this exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. LEGAL REMEDIES: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, & you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. This warranty is void outside the United States of America & Canada. PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING PERFORMANCE OF WARRANTY: If, after following the instructions in the owner’s manual you are certain that the Product is defective, pack the Product carefully (preferably in its original packaging). The Product should include all parts & accessories originally packaged with the Product. Include evidence of original purchase & a note describing the defect that has caused you to return it. The Product should be shipped freight prepaid, by traceable means, to warrantor at: Uniden America Service C/O Saddle Creek 743 Henrietta Creek Rd., Suite 100 Roanoke, TX 76262...