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ZERO-X ZXM-AC4 User Manual

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  • Page 1 ZXM-AC4 4K UHD Action Camera with Dual Display & WiFi USER MANUAL...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    MICRO SD CARD COMPATIBILITY ............10 TOUCH SCREEN COMPONENTS .............10 POWERING ON YOUR ZXM-AC4 ............10 FORMAT YOUR MICRO SD CARD .............11 ZXM-AC4 CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS ........12 POWER ON/OFF & SHOOT/RECORD BUTTON ......12 UP/MODE BUTTON & DOWN BUTTON ..........12 ACCESSING SYSTEM SETTINGS ............12 SETTING THE TIME ................13...
  • Page 4 AUTO POWER OFF ................16 WIFI .......................17 WIFI INFORMATION ................18 6.10 RESET WIFI ...................19 6.11 USE FRONT SCREEN VIEW ..............19 6.12 ROTATE IMAGE ...................20 6.13 DVR MODE ..................21 6.14 SCREEN SAVER..................22 6.15 LED INDICATOR ..................23 6.16 KEYPAD TONE ..................24 PICTURE & VIDEO SETTINGS............25 VIDEO MODE ..................26 SLOW MODE ..................28 LOOP MODE ..................30...
  • Page 5 10.0 INSTALLING AND USING THE ZX-ACTION APP ......45 11.0 MANUAL STEPS FOR CONNECTING TO THE ZX-ACTION APP ..45 11.1 ZX-ACTION APP ..................46 11.1.1 CONNECTING TO THE ZXM-AC4 WIFI ........46 11.2 SAVING PHOTOS AND VIDEOS VIA THE APP .........47 11.3 REMOTE PHOTO/RECORD VIA THE APP ........48...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a Zero-X ZXM-AC4 action Camera . Please read through this User Manual before attempting to use the ZXM-AC4. FEATURES • 4K UHD Recording • 1.4”LCD Front Display Screen • 2.0” LCD Rear Display Screen • Waterproof Case...

  • Page 7: Whats In The Box

    WHATS IN THE BOX 1 x ZXM-AC4 Action Camera 1 x Frame Mount 1 x USB Charging & Data Cable 4 x Straps 1 x Waterproof Casing 1 x Helmet Base 1 x Bike Mount 1 x Adaptor Mount 2 x Quick Release Mounts...

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    • Always check the waterproof case seal is clean and free of debris prior to use in water. • Do not attempt to open the ZXM-AC4 or modify it in any way. If the ZXM-AC4 has been tampered with the warranty will be void. Maintenance and repairs should only be performed by Zero-X.

  • Page 9: Charging The Battery

    Check your local recycling facility for more information. • Only use a certified 5V 1.5A USB charger to charge the ZXM-AC4. Using non certified chargers could potentially damage the ZXM-AC4, or the ZXM-AC4 battery and void the warranty.

  • Page 10: Micro Sd Card Compatibility

    Micro SD Card from a well known brand. NOTE: There is only one correct way to insert the Micro SD Card into your ZXM-AC4. It should easily slide in. Do not force the card into the slot, as it may damage the Unit and the card.

  • Page 11: Format Your Micro Sd Card

    SHOOT/RECORD BUTTON to end the recording first. 2. Once the ZXM-AC4 is fully charged insert your Micro SD Card into the correct slot (see the “4.0 COMPONENTS”). 3. PRESS the ON/OFF BUTTON on the top of the Unit to turn ON the ZXM-AC4.

  • Page 12: Zxm-Ac4 Controls And Functions

    ZXM-AC4 CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS 6.1 POWER ON/OFF & SHOOT/RECORD BUTTON The ON/OFF Button is located at the top of the ZXM-AC4 in the right corner. This is used to turn ON/OFF the Unit. The ON/OFF Button is also used to shoot images and also record...

  • Page 13: Setting The Time

    PRESS the BUTTON again. 6.4 SETTING THE TIME To set the correct TIME on your ZXM-AC4, follow the below steps once your Unit is turned ON. You can set the TIME and date in separate settings. 1. If you are currently in VIDEO MODE and RECORDING, you will need to press the SHOOT/RECORD BUTTON to end the recording first.

  • Page 14: Setting The Date Format

    The time is 24 hour and is set as HH:MM:SS. 6.5 SETTING THE DATE FORMAT The ZXM-AC4 has 3 date formats you can choose from, including how the date is displayed. The options are YYYY/MM/DD, MM/DD/YYYY and DD-MM-YYYY.

  • Page 15: Setting The Date

    5. PRESS on the option that you prefer. The DATE FORMAT will now be updated. 6.6 SETTING THE DATE To set the correct date on your ZXM-AC4, follow the below steps. You set the time and date in separate settings. 1. If you are currently in VIDEO MODE and RECORDING, you will need to press the SHOOT/RECORD BUTTON to end the recording first.

  • Page 16: Auto Power Off

    ZXM-AC4. The ZXM-AC4 will automatically POWER OFF after a selected period of inactivity (3, 5, 10 MINUTES and OFF). The ZXM-AC4 is factory defaulted to 3 MINUTES. To change this setting, follow the below steps: 1. If you are currently in VIDEO MODE and RECORDING, you will need to press the SHOOT/RECORD BUTTON to end the recording first.

  • Page 17: Wifi

    6.8 WIFI The ZXM-AC4 comes with inbuilt WiFi, allowing you to easily access your footage and photos through your smartphone. The ZXM-AC4 default setting is OFF. For more information, see “11.1 ZX-ACTION APP”. To change this setting, follow the below steps: 1.

  • Page 18: Wifi Information

    6.9 WIFI INFORMATION If you need to find out the connection name and password of the ZXM- AC4 WiFi ID, you can find this in the WiFi information section. To access this, follow the below steps: 1. If you are currently in VIDEO MODE and RECORDING, you will need to press the SHOOT/RECORD BUTTON to end the recording first.

  • Page 19: Reset Wifi

    If you PRESS confirm, the WIFI will be reset. 6.11 USE FRONT SCREEN VIEW The ZXM-AC4 has two screens, a small front screen and a large back screen. If you want a viewfinder perspective of your footage (i.e. your camera ’s video or photo view) from the front of your action camera,...

  • Page 20: Rotate Image

    6.12 ROTATE IMAGE You have the ability to flip the image vertically (upside down) when you are using the ZXM-AC4, by turning on this function. The ZXM-AC4 default setting is OFF. To change this setting, follow the steps: 1. If you are currently in VIDEO MODE and RECORDING, you will need to press the SHOOT/RECORD BUTTON to end the recording first.

  • Page 21: Dvr Mode

    6.13 DVR MODE When DVR MODE is activated, the ZXM-AC4 will continue to record until the Unit has run out of power. The ZXM-AC4 default setting is OFF. To change this setting, follow the below steps: 1. If you are currently in VIDEO MODE and RECORDING, you will need to press the SHOOT/RECORD BUTTON to end the recording first.

  • Page 22: Screen Saver

    There are four options to choose from for the SCREEN SAVER function activating: 30 SECONDS, 1 MINUTE, 2 MINUTES and OFF. The ZXM-AC4 default setting is set to 30 SECONDS. To change this setting, follow the below steps: 1.

  • Page 23: Led Indicator

    6.15 LED INDICATOR The ZXM-AC4 has LED indicator lights that allow you to see if a function is active. There is also two small LED indicator lights on the left side of the screen; • The RED LED indicator light shows the ZXM-AC4 is charging.

  • Page 24: Keypad Tone

    6.16 KEYPAD TONE You have the ability to change the volume of your keypad tone on the ZXM-AC4. There are 3 volumes to choose from (High, Middle and Low). The ZXM-AC4 default setting is Middle. To change, follow the below steps.

  • Page 25: Picture & Video Settings

    PICTURE & VIDEO SETTINGS There are multiple PICTURE AND VIDEO SETTINGS that the ZXM-AC4 offers. You have a choice of 8 options: VIDEO, SLOW, LOOP, LAPSE, PHOTO, AUTO, BURST and TIMER. To access the mode selection panel follow the below steps: 1.

  • Page 26: Video Mode

    7.1 VIDEO MODE To use VIDEO MODE, follow the steps under “7.0 PICTURE & VIDEO SETTINGS”. Press on VIDEO to activate this mode. There are multiple settings in this mode that you can adjust to your preferred option. To change these settings please follow the below steps once you are in VIDEO MODE.
  • Page 27 ZXM-AC4 SETTING OPTIONS DEFAULT 4K @ 60 FPS, 4K @ 30 FPS, 2.7K @ 30FPS, 1080P @ 120FPS,1080P @ 60 FPS, Resolution 4K @30 FPS 1080P @ 30FPS, 720P @ 240FPS, 720P @ 120FPS, 720P @ 60 FPS, 720P @ 30FPS...

  • Page 28: Slow Mode

    7.2 SLOW MODE To use SLOW MODE (Slow Motion), follow the steps under “7.0 PICTURE & VIDEO SETTINGS”. Press SLOW to activate this mode. There are multiple settings in this mode that you can adjust to your preferred option. To change these settings please follow the below steps once you are in SLOW MODE.
  • Page 29 ZXM-AC4 SETTING OPTIONS DEFAULT Resolution 1080P 4X, 1080P 2X, 720P 8X, 720P 4X 1080P 4X Auto / Sunny / Cloudy / Incandescent / White Balance Auto Fluorescence Exposure 3 / 2 / 1 / 0 / -1 / -2 / -3...

  • Page 30: Loop Mode

    7.3 LOOP MODE To use LOOP MODE (also known as Loop Recording), follow the steps under “7.0 PICTURE & VIDEO SETTINGS”. Press LOOP to activate this mode. There are multiple settings in this mode that you can adjust to your preferred option.
  • Page 31 ZXM-AC4 SETTING OPTIONS DEFAULT 4K @ 60FPS, 4K @ 30FPS, 2.7K @ 30FPS, 1080P @ 120FPS, 1080P @ 60 FPS, Resolution 4K @ 30FPS 1080P @ 30FPS, 720P @ 240FPS, 720P @ 120FPS, 720P @ 60 FPS, 720P @ 30FPS...

  • Page 32: Lapse Mode

    7.4 LAPSE MODE To use LAPSE MODE (also know as time lapse mode which takes a sequence of photos in a selected interval of time). Follow the steps under “7.0 PICTURE & VIDEO SETTINGS”. Press LAPSE to activate this mode. There are multiple settings in this mode that you can adjust.
  • Page 33 ZXM-AC4 SETTING OPTIONS DEFAULT Resolution 4K / 2.7K / 1080P / 720P 0.5 Secs / 1 second / 2 seconds / 5 seconds / Interval 0.5 seconds 10 seconds / 30 seconds / 60 seconds Auto / Sunny / Cloudy / Incandescent /...

  • Page 34: Photo Mode

    7.5 PHOTO MODE To use PHOTO MODE, follow the steps under “7.0 PICTURE & VIDEO SETTINGS”. Press PHOTO to activate this mode. There are multiple settings in this mode that you can adjust to your preferred option. To change these settings please follow the below steps once you are in PHOTO MODE.
  • Page 35 ZXM-AC4 SETTING OPTIONS DEFAULT Image Resolution 16 / 13 / 8 Megapixels Auto / Sunny / Cloudy / Incandescent / White Balance Auto Fluorescence Exposure 3 / 2 / 1 / 0 / -1 / -2 / -3 Average Average Metering / Center Metering /...

  • Page 36: Auto Mode

    7.6 AUTO MODE To use AUTO MODE (takes continuous photos with a selected time interval between each photo), follow the steps under “7.0 PICTURE & VIDEO SETTINGS”. Press AUTO to activate this mode. There are multiple settings in this mode where you can select your preferred option.
  • Page 37 ZXM-AC4 SETTING OPTIONS DEFAULT Image Resolution 16 / 13 / 8 Megapixels 3 seconds / 10 seconds / 15 seconds / Time Interval 3 seconds 20 seconds / 30 seconds Auto / Sunny / Cloudy / Incandescent / White Balance...

  • Page 38: Burst Mode

    7.7 BURST MODE To use BURST MODE (takes a multiple photos in one second), follow the steps under ”7.0 PICTURE & VIDEO SETTINGS”. Press BURST to activate this mode. There are multiple settings in this mode where you can select your preferred option.
  • Page 39 ZXM-AC4 SETTING OPTIONS DEFAULT Image Resolution 16 / 13 / 8 Megapixels Photo Frequency 3 Pictures/Sec, 5 Pictures/Sec, 10 Pictures/Sec 3 Pictures/Sec Auto / Sunny / Cloudy / Incandescent / White Balance Auto Fluorescence Exposure 3 / 2 / 1 / 0 / -1 / -2 / -3...

  • Page 40: Timer Mode

    7.8 TIMER MODE To use TIMER MODE (takes photos with a preselected timed countdown), follow the steps under “7.0 PICTURE & VIDEO SETTINGS”. Press TIMER to activate this mode: There are multiple settings in this mode where you can select your preferred option.
  • Page 41 ZXM-AC4 SETTING OPTIONS DEFAULT Image Resolution 16 / 13 / 8 Megapixels Count Down 3 seconds / 5 seconds / 10 seconds / 20 seconds 3 seconds Auto / Sunny / Cloudy / Incandescent / White Balance Auto Fluorescence Exposure...

  • Page 42: Playback Mode

    SHOOT/RECORD BUTTON again. 7.9.2 DELETING FILES IN PLAYBACK MODE To delete any files that have been taken on the ZXM-AC4 or are on the Micro SD Card, PRESS the TRASH CAN ICON on the bottom right corner of the screen. You will be prompted to confirm or cancel.

  • Page 43: Restore Default Settings

    RESTORE DEFAULT SETTINGS This setting will restore the ZXM-AC4 to FACTORY DEFAULT. All setting adjustments made to the Unit will be erased. If you need to restore to FACTORY SETTINGS, follow the below steps: 1. If you are currently in VIDEO MODE and RECORDING, you will need to press the SHOOT/RECORD BUTTON to end the recording first.

  • Page 44: Firmware Version

    FIRMWARE VERSION To check the current FIRMWARE of your ZXM-AC4, follow the below steps: 1. If you are currently in VIDEO MODE and RECORDING, you will need to press the SHOOT/RECORD BUTTON to end the recording first. 2. PRESS the BUTTON on the bottom right of the back screen, this will open up the settings menu.

  • Page 45: Installing And Using The Zx-Action App

    ZXM-AC4 to the App. 11.0 MANUAL STEPS FOR CONNECTING TO THE ZX-ACTION APP Turn on your phone and scan the QR code or search the App store for...

  • Page 46: Zx-Action App

    11.1 ZX-ACTION APP The ZXM-AC4 has an in-built WIFI connection which is used to wirelessly connect your smartphone to your ZXM-AC4, allowing you to use your smartphone as an external wireless monitor, view the files, change settings and trigger recording on your smartphone. To connect your smartphone to the ZXM-AC4, follow the below steps: 1.

  • Page 47: Saving Photos And Videos Via The App

    If the WIFI on your smartphone is off, turn it on and refresh the search. To see how to turn on the WiFi for the ZXM-AC4, “6.8 WIFI”. Do not connect to any other WiFi when you are connecting the ZXM-AC4 to its App.

  • Page 48: Remote Photo/Record Via The App

    6. You can now select all the files you wish to download by pressing on each photo you want, or if PRESS ALL on the bottom left corner of the screen to download all. 7. PRESS CONFIRM on the bottom right of the screen to begin the download.

  • Page 49: Adjusting Settings Via The App

    11.4 ADJUSTING SETTINGS VIA THE APP If you prefer TO CHANGE THE SETTINGS of the ZXM-AC4 via the App you can do this through the settings tab. You can adjust the settings for the mode you are shooting in, as well as the software settings for the ZXM-AC4.

  • Page 50: Warranty Terms & Conditions

    Directed Electronics will repair, replace or refurbish the product at its discretion. The retailer will contact you when the product is ready for collection. All costs involved in claiming this warranty, including the cost of the retailer sending the product to Directed Electronics, will be borne by you. EMAIL: admin@zero-x.com.au...
  • Page 51 Zero-X and its subsidiaries and affiliates, relating to or arising out of your breach of any provision of these terms, your misuse of Zero-X products or its services, or your unauthorized modification or alteration of products or software.
  • Page 52 Zero-X also assumes no responsibility for and shall not be liable, for any damages caused by viruses that may infect your Zero-X. In the event of any loss, damage or injury, you will not look to Zero-X to compensate you or anyone else. You release and waive for yourself and your insurer all subrogation and other rights to recover against Zero-X arising as a result of the payment of any claim for loss, damage or injury.
  • Page 53 Zero-X. Any liability for negligence is limited to direct losses usually and typically foreseeable in such case. Should the claim...
  • Page 54 The preceding preclusion and limitation of liability will also not apply to claims for damages arising out of loss of life, bodily injury or health impacts for which Zero-X may be liable, or for non-contractual liability.
  • Page 56 Capture the action.™ ANOTHER DIRECTED BRAND All Images, Information and Content are Copyright © 2022 Directed Electronics www.zero-x.com.au | www.zero-x.co.nz Australia Pty Ltd. All Rights Reserved.

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