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FOR CAR USE ONLY/ POUR APPLICATION AUTOMOBILE UNIQUEMENT/ NUR FÜR AUTOMOBIL GEBRAUCH/ PARA USO EN AUTOMÓVILES/ SOLO PER L’UTILIZZO IN AUTOMOBILE/ ТОЛЬКО ДЛЯ ИСПОЛЬЗОВАНИЯ В АВТОМОБИЛЯХ Advanced Dash Cam DVR-C320R DVR-C320S RCV-C320 • OWNER’S MANUAL • ISTRUZIONI PER L’USO Please read before using this equipment.
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FCC Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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L’information présentée dans ce guide est sujette à modification quand le fabricant met à jour sa politique de service. Ce guide de l’utilisateur est conçu pour les modèles THINKWARE DVR-C320R seulement et peut comporter des erreurs techniques ou de rédaction ou des omissions.
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Cet équipement a été testé et déclaré conforme aux limites pour appareils numériques de classe B, selon la section 15 des Règles de la FCC. Ces limites sont destinées à assurer une protection raisonnable contre les interférences nuisibles dans une installation résidentielle. Cet équipement génère, utilise et émet de l’énergie de fréquences radio et peut, en cas d’installation ou d’utilisation non conforme aux instructions, engendrer des interférences nuisibles pour les communications radio.
34 3. Using recording features 19 10. Specifications 35 3.1 Turning the product on or off 19 10.1 DVR-C320R (2 camera) 35 3.2 Learning about file storage locations 19 10.2 DVR-C320S (1 camera) 36 3.3 Using the continuous recording feature 20...
Read this manual carefully before using this disc and the system components. They contain instructions on how to use this product in a safe and effective manner. Alpine cannot be responsible for problems resulting from failure to observe the instructions in this manual.
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Power supply and product installation • INSTALL THE PRODUCT CORRECTLY SO THAT THE DRIVER CANNOT WATCH TV/VIDEO UNLESS THE VEHICLE IS STOPPED AND THE EMERGENCY BRAKE IS APPLIED. It is dangerous for the driver to watch TV/Video while driving a vehicle. Installing this product incorrectly enables the driver to watch TV/Video while driving. This may cause a distraction, preventing the driver from looking ahead, thus causing an accident.
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• Be sure the temperature inside the vehicle is between +45°C (+113°F) and 0°C (+32°F) before turning your unit on. • If you have problems, do not attempt to repair the unit yourself. Return it to your Alpine dealer or the nearest Alpine Service Station for servicing.
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• The Bluetooth' word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Alpine Electronics, Inc. is under license. • MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson. Supply of this product...
1. Product overview 1.1 Included items Ensure that all the items are included when you open the product box. The standard items may change without prior notice. 1.1.1 DVR-C320R (2 camera) Front camera (main unit) Hardwiring cable Cable clamp holder...
Product overview 1.1.2 DVR-C320S (1 camera) Front camera (main unit) Hardwiring cable Cable clamp holder microSD card with adapter (consumable) NOW ON Quick start guide & Dash cam recording Car charger Warranty / User guide warning sticker (stored in the microSD card) 1.1.3 RVC-C320 (rear view only) Rear camera Rear camera cable...
Product overview 1.2 Part names 1.2.1 Front camera (main unit) - front view Format button Press and hold to format the Speaker memory card. Outputs the voice guide and buzzer sounds to indicate Reset button the product’s status. Insert the tip of a sharp object to reset the product Voice recording button when an error occurs.
Product overview 1.2.2 Front camera (main unit) - rear view Adhesive mount Used to fix the front camera in the vehicle. Security LED Indicates that video is Memory card slot being recorded. Insert a memory card to save recordings. Front camera lens Records the front view.
• Ensure that the memory card is in the correct direction before inserting it into the product. The memory card slot or the memory card may be damaged if it is inserted incorrectly. • Use only authentic memory cards from Alpine. Alpine does not guarantee the compatibility and normal operation of third-party memory cards.
Follow the connection diagram to properly install the product. The connection diagram is for reference only. The product must be professionally installed in the vehicle by a trained mechanic. 1.4.1 2 Camera connection diagram (DVR-C320R) Car charger cable Hardwiring cable...
2. Installing the product 2.1 Installing the front camera (main unit) Follow the instructions to properly install the product. 2.1.1 Selecting an installation location Select an installation location that can record the entire view in front of the vehicle without obstructing the driver’s vision.
Installing the product Set the vertical angle of the camera appropriately. To confirm the camera angle, record a video after installation and check the video using the mobile viewer or the PC viewer. If necessary, adjust the camera angle again. For more information about the mobile viewer or the PC viewer, refer to "4.
➊ ➊ and camera lens. ➋ ➋ Attach the product with the Alpine logo facing indoors and press the adhesive tape firmly to secure the camera. If the product is fixed in reverse, the rear view will be recorded upside down.
Installing the product 2.2.3 Connecting the rear camera cable Power off the product and connect the rear camera cable to the front camera (main unit). Connect one end of the rear camera cable to the front camera’s V-IN port. Connect the other end of the rear camera cable to the rear camera’s connection port.
Play videos on Window/Mac computer or using the ALPINE Recording Viewer application. If you play videos by inserting the memory card in devices such as a smartphone or a tablet PC, the video files may be lost. A file name is composed of the recording start date and time, and the recording option.
Using recording features 3.3 Using the continuous recording feature Connect the power cable to the product’s DC-IN power port and then turn on the vehicle’s electrical accessories or start the engine. The voice guide will indicate that continuous recording has started. During continuous recording, the product operates as follows.
Using recording features 3.5 Using parking mode When the product is connected to the vehicle via the hardwiring cable, the operating mode is switched to parking mode after the engine or electrical accessories are turned off and the voice guide will indicate that the parking mode has started.
Using recording features 3.6 Using the Super Night Vision 2.0 With the Super Night Vision 2.0 feature, you can record videos that are much brighter than videos recorded without this feature. This feature is enabled by real-time image signal processing (ISP) to improve the brightness of recorded videos, both while driving and parking at night.
4. Using the mobile viewer You can view and manage recorded videos and configure various product features on your smartphone. • One of the following environments is required to use the ALPINE Recording Viewer application: - Android 7.0 (Nougat) or higher - iOS 11.4 or higher...
Insert the memory card into a memory card reader connected to your PC. Move the installation file to the desktop, run it, and complete the installation according to the instructions given in the installation wizard. After the installation is complete, there will be a shortcut icon to ALPINE Recording PC Viewer.
Using the PC viewer 5.2.2 PC viewer screen layout (for Windows) The following provides brief information about the PC viewer’s screen layout. ➎ ➎ ➋ ➋ ➌ ➌ ➍ ➍ ➊ ➊ ➏ ➏ ➐ ➐ ➓ ➓ ➒ ➒ ➑...
Using the PC viewer 5.2.3 Playing recorded videos on the PC viewer (for Windows) Follow the instructions to play recorded videos. Turn off the product and remove the memory card. Insert the memory card into a memory card reader connected to your PC. Double-click the shortcut to the PC viewer ( ) to open the program.
Using the PC viewer 5.2.4 PC viewer screen layout (for Mac) The following provides brief information about the PC viewer’s screen layout. ➊ ➊ ➋ ➋ ➌ ➌ ➍ ➍ ➎ ➎ ➏ ➏ ➐ ➐ ➑ ➑ DVR-320R ➓ ➓ ➒...
Using the PC viewer 5.2.5 Playing recorded videos on the PC viewer (for Mac) Follow the instructions to play recorded videos. Turn off the product and remove the memory card. Insert the memory card into your Mac using a SD card reader or SD card adapter provided. Open the PC viewer.
6. Settings You can set the product features according to your needs and preferences using the mobile viewer or the PC viewer. The following procedures are based on the mobile viewer. The product will stop recording while configuring settings on the mobile viewer. Select Disable to turn off the feature.
Settings 6.3 Setting recording features From the mobile viewer, tap Dash Cam settings Record Settings to manage the recording features settings. > Options Description Voice Recording Select from Enabled/Disabled. Continuous Mode Incident Select from Disabled/Lowest/Low/Mid/High for the sensitivity. Recording Sensitivity Select from Disabled/Continuous Mode/Parking Mode/Continuous+Parking for the Super Night Vision 2.0 Super Night Vision 2.0 mode.
Settings 6.4 Setting road safety features From the mobile viewer, tap Dash Cam settings Road Safety Settings to manage the road safety features > settings. Options Description Safety Cameras Select from Enabled/Disabled. Mobile Zone Alert Select from Enabled/Disabled. Vehicle Type Select from Sedan/SUV/Truck (Bus) for the vehicle type.
7. Accessing the product information New users may benefit from the basic product information that can be accessed from the Menu screen. 7.1 Viewing product information From the mobile viewer, tap Dash Cam Info to view product information. The following product information menus will be displayed on the screen.
Follow the instructions to upgrade the firmware. On your PC, open a web browser and go to https://www.alpine.co.jp/. Select the product and download the latest firmware upgrade file.
Every product requested for repair is regarded as a device that has had its data backed up. The customer service center does not back up your data. Alpine is not responsible for any loss, such as data loss.
10. Specifications To see the product specifications, refer to the following table. 10.1 DVR-C320R (2 camera) Item Specification Remarks Model name DVR-320R Dimensions / Weight 92 x 73.3 x 36.8 mm / 166.6 g Rear camera: 61.06 x 32.8 x 27.6 mm / 26 g...
Specifications 10.2 DVR-C320S (1 camera) Item Specification Remarks Model name DVR-320S Dimensions / Weight 92 x 73.3 x 36.8 mm / 166.6 g Memory microSD card 16 GB, 32 GB, 64 GB, 128 GB (UHS-I) Records videos in 1-minute segments (dual channels Continuous Rec are supported for recording the front and rear view) Records 10 seconds before and after the incident...
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Specifications Hereby, Alpine Electronics (Europe) declares that the radio equipment type DVR-C320R and DVR-C320S are in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: http://www. alpine.com/e/research/doc/ Information on Disposal of Old Electrical and Electronic Equipment and Battery (applicable for countries that have adopted separate waste collection systems) If you want to dispose this product, do not mix it with general household waste.
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