WHAT'S INCLUDED MICRO SD CARD D16VRS WINDSHIELD BRACKET Car Charger USER USB CABLE DC POWER GUIDE CORD Welcome Thank you for choosing a Whistler product. We are dedicated to providing products that represent both quality and value.
PRODUCT INTRODUCTION Features Camera Lens OK Button Speaker Mode Button Status LEDs Lock Button LCD Display Power Button Reset Button Micro SD Card slot Microphone UP Button Mini HDMI Jack Menu Button Bracket Mount Down Button USB Jack...
FEATURE DESCRIPTION Button and Function 1. Camera Lens – 170º 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 to switch modes: Video, Camera, Play back. 12. Lock Button – Manually protects files. 13. Power Button – Press and hold to power ON/OFF Can also be briefly pressed during operation to temporarily put display into screen saver. 14.
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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 a micro SD card. (Suggest at least a 4GB card (Class 6 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. Insert the threaded collar into the bracket mounting point on top of the DVR and tighten until snug. (Threaded collar may be used to insure bracket its snugly tightened.) 2.
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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 Initial Settings Date & Time Setting Once connected with car charger, the device will start power ON and start recording. Press the OK button to switch into standby mode. Press the MENU button twice then Press the or to select Date/Time.
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OPERATIONS Recording or Review a Video or Image Recording Video Power on: Press and hold to turn on DVR. icon is shown in the top left corner with a blinking red dot when recording. Press OK to stop recording if desired.
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OPERATIONS Review Press MODE (M) to enter review screen. Use or to highlight a file. Press OK to select it. Press OK again to play a video. Use OK to pause the video. Press or to select another file. When in this mode press MENU 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. Two options are available. Use or and OK buttons to select an option. Mass Storage - In this mode 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 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. •...
TROUBLESHOOTING Confirm that the micro SD card is of Can’t record or proper class (C6 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.
SPECIFICATIONS Specifications are subject to change without notice. Features HD camera, HD video recording Unit 54.88 X 84.54 X 35.12 mm Dimensions (2.2” x 3.3” x 1.3”) HxWxD Unit Weight 140 g (4.9 oz) LCD Screen 3.0" TFT Size Zoom 4X Digital Lens 170º...
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SPECIFICATIONS Battery 400mAH Capacity Power 220mA Consumption Microphone/ Support Speaker Supported languages are listed in MENU Language settings Photo Mode 12 Mega pixels Photo Format JPEG Video Output HDMI 1. USB - Disk USB Function 2. PC - Camera Operating 0°...
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SPECIFICATIONS Basic functions • Low illumination high-definition video 1080FHD@30fps 720P@30fps • Built-in low illumination 170º lens • 3.0 inch LTPS Monitor • Impact sensitivity adjustment automatically locks file • Supports cycle video • Mini HDMI output jack • Supports up to 32 GB micro SD card •...
MENU OPTIONS Video resolution: 1080FHD / 720P / WVGA / VGA Loop recording: OFF / 3 min / 5 min / 10 min Exposure compensation: -2 -- +2 Motion detecting: ON / OFF Recording audio: ON / OFF Date stamp: ON / OFF G-sensor: OFF / Low / Medium / High HDR: ON / OFF Plate Number: ON / OFF...
All express or implied warranties for this product are limited. Whistler is not liable for damages arising from the use, misuse, or operation of this product including but not limited to loss of...
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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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WARRANTY INFORMATION 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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