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860-00177-00 Rev J
Operation Guide
FirstVu HD
Copyright © 2017, Digital Ally, Inc. All Rights Reserved. This publication may not be repro-
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  • Page 1 860-00177-00 Rev J Operation Guide FirstVu HD Copyright © 2017, Digital Ally, Inc. All Rights Reserved. This publication may not be repro- ® duced, 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 manner without the prior written approval of Digital Ally, Inc.
  • Page 2 Set VuVault GO ........................3-5 Data Transfer ..........................3-5 Secure USB Port ........................3-5 3.4 Activating your FirstVu HD ..................3-6 Assigning a User to your FirstVu HD ..................3-6 Activating your FirstVu HD within VuVault ................3-6 Section 4 Device Configuration using Mini Configuration Manager ........4-1 4.1 Default Configuration ....................4-1...
  • Page 3 Uploading Files using VuVault ....................5-2 Non-Secure USB Port Method ....................5-2 Secure USB Port Method ....................... 5-4 Using the FirstVu HD Docking Station ..................5-6 Attaching devices to the Docking Station ................5-6 Standard Battery Docking Station ..................5-6 Extended Battery Docking Station ..................5-6 Upload Process ........................
  • Page 4 860-00177-00 Rev J Section 1 Introduction The FirstVu HD is a Professional, Evidentiary, Wearable, Mountable, and Weather- Resistant Digital Video System. Record video, audio, and evidence wherever the job requires, day or night while also collecting useful information such as a date/time stamp, and marks (video bookmarks).
  • Page 5 050-10252-00 Extended Battery Version FirstVu HD Camera 001-00079-11 11 inch cable 001-00079-48 48 inch cable Camera Cable Clamp 002-05209 (Only compatible with newer FirstVu HD DVR’s) 135-00398-00 Standard Battery 135-00407-00 Extended Battery 009-00008-01 Battery Charger 009-00010-00 AC Outlet Adapter for Battery Charger...

  • Page 6: Optional Accessories

    001-05143-00 FirstVu HD Docking Station Provides automated, Car Mount Kit simultaneous 002-05117-00 uploading and battery charging for up to 12 FirstVu HD Head Mount Kit devices. 002-05127-00 Camera Extension, KlickFast Mount Cable, 3ft. Adapter Kit 050-10239-00 Belt Mount Kit...

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    LED is green, your battery is charged and ready for use. Charging from a Computer With the battery installed in the FirstVu HD, plug the USB cable into a computer USB port. Insert the other end of the cable into the FirstVu HD USB port.

  • Page 8: Software Updates

    Snap down over the camera connector and snap it closed. Closed Cable Clamp is only compatible with the newer FirstVu HD DVR’s. 2.4 Setting the Date and Time Setting the date and time automatically The date and time is set by the factory prior to shipment. However, you must also enter the correct UTC offset when configuring the device so that the time zone can be set properly.

  • Page 9: Setting The Date And Time Manually

    4. Connect your FirstVu HD via the supplied USB cable and transfer the DATE.txt file to the root drive. 5. Cycle the power on your FirstVu HD. The unit will apply the system date/time during boot up. When completed, the FirstVu HD will erase the .txt file.

  • Page 10: Default Configuration

    FirstVu HD Operation Guide 860-00177-00 Rev J Section 3 Device Configuration using VuVault The FirstVU HD contains a default configuration and can be used immediately. It may be reconfigured by activating the device using Digital Ally’s optional VuVault back- ®...
  • Page 11 FirstVu HD will be available once a valid serial number for the device has been added into the system. These settings will define how all users will interface with the FirstVu HD. Click on each sub-heading to reveal the available configuration options. When finished, press Save.
  • Page 12 Local Time Zone. If this is disabled, time will not be adjusted for Daylight Saving. Settings: Off, On [default] Time Format This setting allows the FirstVu HD to be configured in a 12-hour or 24-hour format. Settings: 24 Hour, 12 Hour [default] Table of Contents Go Back To Digital Ally, Inc.
  • Page 13 The Pre-Event Time option allows you to set the amount of time for the Pre-Event buffer. The FirstVu HD will buffer the last 1-60 seconds of audio and video so that it will be appended to the beginning of a record event. If set for 0 seconds, the Pre-Event function will be disabled.

  • Page 14: Data Transfer

    Settings: Enabled [default], Disabled, Enabled (w/o Pre-Event) Frames Per Second This parameter sets the number of frames per second the FirstVu HD will record. The higher the setting, the better the video quality, and the larger the size of the video files.
  • Page 15 FirstVu HD is activated. Activating your FirstVu HD within VuVault The Media Card Administration function is used to configure the FirstVu HD to the settings which were selected in VuVault . By selecting the Clear Data option, you may ®...
  • Page 16 ® 9. Unplug the USB cable and reboot your FirstVu HD by turning the power switch OFF, wait until blue LED stops flashing, then turn back ON. The FirstVu HD is now activated, configured, and ready for use. For more information consult the “VuVault Administrator’s Guide”...
  • Page 17 FirstVu HD Operation Guide 860-00177-00 Rev J Section 4 Device Configuration using Mini Configuration Manager The FirstVu HD contains a default configuration and can be used immediately. It may be reconfigured by activating the device using Digital Ally’s optional VuVault back-office ®...

  • Page 18: Load Configuration File

    FirstVu HD Operation Guide 860-00177-00 Rev J 4.3 FirstVu HD Settings Load Configuration File To import existing settings from a FirstVu HD device or data storage location you can press the button inside the tab. This will bring up the Windows dialog box to navigate to the location of the file.
  • Page 19 The Pre-Event Time option allows you to set the amount of time for the Pre-Event buffer. The FirstVu HD will buffer the last 1-60 seconds of audio and video so that it will be appended to the beginning of a record event. If set for 0 seconds, the Pre-Event function will be disabled.

  • Page 20: Save Configuration File

    Settings: Enabled [default], Disabled, Enabled (w/o Pre-Event) Frames Per Second This parameter sets the number of frames per second the FirstVu HD will record. The higher the setting, the better the video quality, and the larger the size of the event files.
  • Page 21 Additional marks can be placed at any time during the recording. 5.4 Audio Recording The FirstVu HD contains a microphone built into the face of the camera module. The position of the Mute Switch determines whether audio is enabled or muted. Audio is enabled when the switch is in the UP position.

  • Page 22: Uploading Files

    Uploading Files using VuVault Non-Secure USB Port Method To upload video files from the FirstVu HD 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 USB port.
  • Page 23 6. After the upload process finishes, the uploaded files will be available for viewing in the My Dashboard and Search screens. For more information, consult the “VuVault User’s Guide”. FirstVu HD cannot record while it is uploading or downloading files. Table of Contents Go Back To Digital Ally, Inc.
  • Page 24 860-00177-00 Rev J Secure USB Port Method To upload video files from the FirstVu HD 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 USB port.
  • Page 25 8. If configured to do so in the Admin > VuVault Settings tab, VuVault will ® remove the files from the FirstVu HD after the upload is complete. If you choose to remove the files, you MUST unplug the USB from the FirstVu HD when finished to complete the delete process.
  • Page 26 FirstVu HD Status Indicators While your FirstVu HD is attached to the Docking Station, the Blue LED on the FirstVu HD will indicate battery charging status and the Yellow LED will indicate upload status. See Section 7 for more information on status indicators.

  • Page 27: Video Playback And Management

    Start Menu > Programs > Digital Ally > Digital Ally Viewer. Once opened, the program will prompt you to navigate to your video storage location and select a video. You may also open video files in the Digital Ally Viewer by using Windows Explorer to navigate to the video storage location, or on the FirstVu HD internal drive when connected to the computer via USB cable, and double-clicking on the .mtd file.

  • Page 28: Toolbar Controls

    FirstVu HD Operation Guide 860-00177-00 Rev J 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 29: View Selection And Options

    FirstVu HD Operation Guide 860-00177-00 Rev J 6.3 View Selection and Options The View Selection drop down box allows you to select the information that is displayed in each window such as Video 1, Marks, and Media Details. Hover the mouse cursor on the top of each window to display the following drop down bar.

  • Page 30: Status Indicators

    LED when searching for ® Connected to VuLink your FirstVu HD, and display a solid yellow LED when ® connected to your FirstVu HD. *The unit may be charged via USB cable with the power switch in the OFF position.

  • Page 31: Covert Mode

    15 minutes or less of recording time remaining based on battery power level. • When the FirstVu HD 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 32: Specifications

    FirstVu HD Operation Guide 860-00177-00 Rev J Section 8 Specifications General 720p (1280x720) or VGA (640x480) Video Resolution H.264 codec with configurable quality settings Mono, may be muted by user. Audio Multiple configuration options Microphone Internal (max. input SPL 110dB, sensitivity -42dBV) Camera 0.08 Lux (minimum).

  • Page 33: Warranty Information

    STANDARD LIMITED WARRANTY FIRSTVU HD HIGH DEFINITION COMPACT PERSONAL VIDEO RECORDER. We warranty that our personal video recorder, Model FirstVu HD, 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 34 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. Table of Contents...

  • Page 35: Contact Information

    FirstVu HD Operation Guide 860-00177-00 Rev J Section 11 Contact Information 9705 Loiret Blvd Lenexa, KS 66219 www.digitalallyinc.com p: 913.814.7774 f: 913.814.7775 Support E-mail: support@digitalallyinc.com Sales E-mail: sales@digitalallyinc.com Sales / Support Toll Free: 1.800.440.4947 (8am - 5pm CST) Table of Contents...

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