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  • Page 1 ZXM-AC3 4K UHD Action Camera with Touch Screen & WiFi USER MANUAL...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CHARGING THE BATTERY ..............9 MICRO SD CARD COMPATIBILITY ..........10 TOUCH SCREEN COMPONENTS ........... 10 POWERING ON YOUR ZXM-AC3 ............ 10 FORMAT YOUR MICRO SD CARD ........... 11 ZXM-AC3 CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS ........12 POWER ON/OFF Button ..............12 SHOOT/RECORD Button..............
  • Page 4 AUTO POWER OFF ................15 WIFI .......................16 WIFI INFORMATION ................. 17 6.10 RESET WIFI ..................18 6.11 ROTATE IMAGE ................. 19 6.12 DVR MODE ..................19 6.13 SCREEN SAVER.................. 20 6.14 LED INDICATOR ................21 6.15 KEYPAD TONE ................... 22 PICTURE &...
  • Page 5 RESTORE DEFAULT SETTINGS ............42 FIRMWARE VERSION ..............43 10.0 INSTALLING AND USING THE ZX-ACTION APP ......43 11.0 MANUAL STEPS FOR CONNECTING TO THE ZX-ACTION APP ... 44 11.1 ZX-ACTION APP ................45 11.2 SAVING PHOTOS & VIDEOS VIA THE APP ........46 11.3 REMOTE PHOTO/RECORD VIA THE APP ........

  • Page 6: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a Zero-X ZXM-AC3 action camera. Please read through this User Manual before attempting to use the ZXM-AC3. FEATURES • 4K UHD Recording @ 30 FPS • 2.0” Screen Touch Screen • Waterproof Case ABOUT THE ZXM-AC3 The Zero-X ZXM-AC3 shoots footage with dynamic realism, where action is effortlessly captured into moments you can keep.

  • Page 7: Whats In The Box

    WHATS IN THE BOX 1 x ZXM-AC3 Action Camera 4 x Straps 1 x USB Charging & Data Cable 1 x Adaptor Mount 1 x Waterproof Casing 1 x Metal Tether 1 x Bike Mount 1 x Lens Cleaning Cloth...

  • 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-AC3 or modify it in any way. If the ZXM-AC3 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-AC3. Using non certified chargers could potentially damage the ZXM-AC3, or the ZXM-AC3 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-AC3. 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

    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. Once the ZXM-AC3 is fully charged insert your Micro SD Card into the correct slot (see the “4.0 COMPONENTS”).

  • Page 12: Zxm-Ac3 Controls And Functions

    ZXM-AC3 CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS 6.1 POWER ON/OFF BUTTON The ON/OFF Button is located at the front of the ZXM-AC3 in the bottom left corner. This is used to turn ON/OFF the unit. The ON/OFF Button is interchangable and is used to change between video and photo modes, and between Video/Photo Settings - General Settings - Exit.

  • Page 13: Setting The Time

    6.4 SETTING THE TIME To set the correct time on your ZXM-AC3, follow the below steps once your unit is turned ON. You can set the 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 Time Format

    6.6 SETTING THE DATE To set the correct date on your ZXM-AC3, 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...

  • Page 15: Auto Power Off

    ZXM-AC3. The ZXM-AC3 will automatically power OFF after a selected period of inactivity (3, 5, 10 minutes and OFF). The ZXM-AC3 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...

  • Page 16: Wifi

    Press on the option that you prefer. The setting will now be updated. 6.8 WIFI The ZXM-AC3 comes with inbuilt WiFi, allowing you to easily access your footage and photos through your smartphone and use your smartphone as an external wireless monitor to the camera. The ZXM-AC3 default setting is OFF.

  • Page 17: Wifi Information

    5. To exit out of WIFI MODE,Press the UP BUTTON. NOTE: When WiFi is connected to your smartphone, you cannot use the functions on the ZXM-AC3 via the camera however you can manage functions via the app in this mode. You can also use your smartphone as a wireless recording monitor when in WiFi mode.

  • Page 18: Reset Wifi

    Password: 1234567890 6.10 RE-SET WIFI If you need to re-set the ZXM-AC3 WiFi connection, 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 19: Rotate Image

    6.11 ROTATE IMAGE You have the ability to flip the image vertically (upside down) when you are using the ZXM-AC3, by turning on this function. The ZXM-AC3 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 20: 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-AC3 default setting is set to 30 SECONDS. To change the this setting, follow the below steps: 1.

  • Page 21: Led Indicator

    6.14 LED INDICATOR The ZXM-AC3 has LED indicator lights that allow you to see if a function is active. The LED indicator is on the top of the unit and notifies you when WiFi is connected by an orange light. There are also two small LED indicator lights on the left side of the screen.

  • Page 22: Keypad Tone

    6.15 KEYPAD TONE You have the ability to change the volume of your keypad tone on the ZXM-AC3. There are 3 volumes to choose from (High, Middle and Low). The ZXM-AC3 default setting is Middle. To change, follow the below steps: 1.
  • Page 23 2. Press the Button on the bottom right of the screen, this will open up the SETTINGS MENU. A pop up with two locks and arrows may appear. Swipe left to right. You may need to press the Button again. 3.

  • Page 24: Picture & Video Settings

    PICTURE & VIDEO SETTINGS There are multiple shooting functions that the ZXM-AC3 offers. You have the choice of 8 options: VIDEO, SLOW, LOOP, LAPSE, PHOTO, AUTO, BURST and TIMER. To access the mode selection panel follow the below steps: 1. On the screen, press the MODE SELECTION drop down (see ”5.3...

  • Page 25: 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 26 ZXM-AC3 SETTING OPTIONS DEFAULT 4K@60 FPS, 4K @ 30 FPS, 2.7K @ 30FPS, 1080P @ 120FPS, 1080P @ 60 FPS, Resolution 4K @ 30FPS 1080P @ 30FPS, 720P @ 240FPS, 720P @ 120FPS, 720P @ 60 FPS, 720P @ 30FPS...

  • Page 27: 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 28 ZXM-AC3 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 29: 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 30 ZXM-AC3 SETTING OPTIONS DEFAULT 4K@60 FPS, 4K @ 30 FPS, 2.7K @ 30FPS, 1080P @ 120FPS, 1080P @ 60 FPS, Resolution 1080P 4X 1080P @ 30FPS, 720P @ 240FPS, 720P @ 120FPS, 720P @ 60 FPS, 720P @ 30FPS Loop Recording...

  • Page 31: 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 32 ZXM-AC3 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 33: 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 34 ZXM-AC3 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 35: 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 36 ZXM-AC3 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 37: Burst Mode

    7.7 BURST MODE To use BURST MODE (takes a pre-set amount of photos in one second), follow the steps under “7.0 PICTURE & VIDEO SETTINGS” ON PAGE 24. Press BURST to activate this mode. There are multiple settings in this mode where you can select your preferred option.
  • Page 38 ZXM-AC3 SETTING OPTIONS DEFAULT Image Resolution 16 / 13 / 8 Megapixels Photo Frequency 3 Photos/sec, 5 Photos/sec, 10 Photos/sec 3 Photos/sec Auto / Sunny / Cloudy / Incandescent / White Balance Auto Fluorescence Exposure 3 / 2 / 1 / 0 / -1 / -2 / -3...

  • Page 39: Timer Mode

    7.8 TIMER MODE To use TIMER MODE (takes photos with a pre-selected 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 40 ZXM-AC3 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 41: Playback Mode

    7.9 PLAYBACK MODE To view photos and the videos taken on the ZXM-AC3 use Playback mode. To operate, press the ICON on the bottom left on the screen. This will open up the photo/video gallery. To scroll through your photos and videos press the...

  • Page 42: Restore Default Settings

    RESTORE DEFAULT SETTING. Press on this option. You will be prompted to either CONFIRM or CANCEL. Press the option you require. Once the ZXM-AC3 factory reset has been confirmed, the unit will turn off. You will need to turn on the unit again by pressing the ON/OFF Button.

  • Page 43: Firmware Version

    FIRMWARE VERSION To check the current firmware of your ZXM-AC3, follow the below steps: 1. Press the Button on the bottom right of the screen, this will open up the Settings menu. A pop up with two locks and arrows may appear.

  • Page 44: Manual Steps For Connecting To The Zx-Action App

    Please search the App store or Google Play Store for ZX-ACTION. NOTE: The ZX-ACTION App requires iOS 10.0 and above or Android 7.0 to run. When using the App, please note: Android users will be taken to a home screen before entering the shoot screen. iPhone users will be taken straight to the shoot screen once they have connected the ZX- ACTION to the App.

  • Page 45: Zx-Action 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-AC3, “6.8 WIFI.” Do not connect to any other WiFi when you are connecting the...

  • Page 46: Saving Photos & Videos Via The App

    11.2 SAVING PHOTOS & VIDEOS VIA THE APP All files that are taken on the ZXM-AC3 will be automatically saved to the Micro SD card that is currently inserted into it. However, you can also save these files wirelessly onto your smartphone through the ZX- ACTION APP.

  • Page 47: Remote Photo/Record Via The App

    11.4 ADJUSTING SETTINGS VIA THE APP If you prefer to change the Settings of the ZXM-AC3 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-AC3.

  • Page 48: Warranty Terms & Conditions

    12.0 WARRANTY TERMS & CONDITIONS Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
  • Page 49 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 50 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 51 This warranty and warranty disclaimer give you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights that vary by state, province, or country. Other than as permitted by law, Zero-X does not exclude, limit or suspend other rights you have, including those that may arise from the nonconformity of a sales contract.
  • Page 52 LIMITATIONS OF ZERO-X LIABILITY Under no circumstances will Zero-X be liable in any way for any content, including, but not limited to, the loss of content, any errors or omissions in any content, or any loss or damage of any kind incurred in connection with use of or exposure to any content posted, emailed, accessed, transmitted, or otherwise made available via Zero-X.

  • Page 53: Notes

    13.0 NOTES...
  • 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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