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  • Page 1 ZXM-AC5 Waterproof 4K UHD Action Camera USER MANUAL...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CHARGING THE BATTERY ..............9 MICRO SD CARD COMPATIBILITY ..........10 TOUCH SCREEN COMPONENTS ........... 10 POWERING ON YOUR ZXM-AC5 ............ 10 FORMAT YOUR MICRO SD CARD ........... 11 ZXM-AC5 CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS ........12 POWER ON/OFF BUTTON .............. 12 SHOOT/RECORD BUTTON .............
  • Page 4 SETTING THE DATE ................15 AUTO POWER OFF ................16 WiFi .......................17 6.10 WiFi INFORMATION ................. 18 6.11 RE-SET WiFi ..................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 ...................
  • Page 5 TIMER MODE ..................40 PLAYBACK MODE ................42 RESTORE DEFAULT SETTINGS ............43 FIRMWARE VERSION ..............44 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 11.2 SAVING PHOTOS AND VIDEOS VIA THE APP .......

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Zero-X website. www.zero-x.com.au | www.zero-x.co.nz. Please note, the ZXM-AC5 is waterproof to a depth of up to 10 metres / 1 atmosphere without its waterproof case. A waterproof case is also included with the ZXM-AC5 to use as a protective...

  • Page 7: Whats In The Box

    WHATS IN THE BOX 1 x ZXM-AC5 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 • Always check the waterproof case seal is clean and free of debris prior to use in water. • Do not attempt to open the ZXM-AC5 or modify it in any way. If the ZXM-AC5 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-AC5. Using non certified chargers could potentially damage the ZXM-AC5, or the ZXM-AC5 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-AC5. 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

    PRESS the SHOOT/RECORD BUTTON to end the recording first. 2. Once the ZXM-AC5 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 side of the unit to turn ON the ZXM-AC5.

  • Page 12: Zxm-Ac5 Controls And Functions

    SETTINGS MENUS, select menu items, and confirm your selection. 6.3 THE MODE BUTTON The MODE BUTTON is located on the top of the ZXM-AC5 on the left side. This button is used to access the navigation SETTING MENUS and to scroll down in the setting menu.

  • Page 13: Accessing System Settings

    PRESS the BUTTON again. 6.5 SETTING THE TIME To set the correct time on your ZXM-AC5, 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. 6.6 SETTING THE DATE FORMAT The ZXM-AC5 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. The ZXM-AC5 default setting is DD/MM/YYYY.

  • Page 15: Setting The Date

    5. PRESS on the option that you prefer. The DATE FORMAT will now be updated. 6.7 SETTING THE DATE To set the correct date on your ZXM-AC5, 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-AC5. The ZXM-AC5 will automatically POWER OFF after a selected period of inactivity (3, 5, 10 MINUTES and OFF). The ZXM-AC5 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

    PRESS on the option that you prefer. The setting will now be updated. 6.9 WIFI The ZXM-AC5 comes with inbuilt WiFi, allowing you to easily access your footage and photos through your smartphone. The ZXM-AC5 default setting is OFF. For more information, see ‘11.1 ZX-ACTION APP.’...

  • Page 18: 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-AC5 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 19: Re-Set Wifi

    Password: 1234567890 6.11 RE-SET WIFI If you need to re-set ZXM-AC5 WiFi connection, 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 20: Rotate Image

    6.12 ROTATE IMAGE You have the ability to flip the image vertically (upside down) when you are using the ZXM-AC5, by turning on this function. The ZXM-AC5 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-AC5 will continue to record until the unit has run out of power. The ZXM-AC5 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-AC5 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-AC5 has LED indicator lights that allow you to see if a function is active. There is two small LED indicator lights on the left side of the screen; • The RED LED indicator light shows the ZXM-AC5 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-AC5. There are 3 volumes to choose from (High, Middle and Low). The ZXM-AC5 default setting is Middle. To change, follow the below steps.

  • Page 25: Picture & Video Settings

    PICTURE & VIDEO SETTINGS There are multiple shooting functions that the ZXM-AC5 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 back screen, press the MODE SELECTION drop down (See “5.3...

  • 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-AC5 SETTING OPTIONS DEFAULT 4K @ 60 FPS, 4K @ 30 FPS, 2.7K @ 30FPS, 1080P @ 120FPS, 1080P @ 60 FPS, 1080P @ 30FPS, Resolution 4K @30 FPS 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-AC5 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-AC5 SETTING OPTIONS DEFAULT 4K @ 60 FPS, 4K @ 30 FPS, 2.7K @ 30FPS, 1080P @ 120FPS, 1080P @ 60 FPS, 1080P @ 30FPS, Resolution 4K @ 30 FPS 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-AC5 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-AC5 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-AC5 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

    BURST MODE To use BURST MODE (takes a preset amount of 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-AC5 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

    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-AC5 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

    PLAYBACK MODE To view photos and the videos you have taken with the ZXM-AC5 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 the photos and videos PRESS the...

  • Page 43: 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-AC5 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 44: Firmware Version

    FIRMWARE VERSION To check the current FIRMWARE of your ZXM-AC5, 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-AC5 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

    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-AC5, ‘6.8 WIFI.’ Do not connect to any other WiFi when you are connecting the...

  • Page 47: Saving Photos And Videos Via The App

    11.2 SAVING PHOTOS AND VIDEOS VIA THE APP All files that are taken on the ZXM-AC5 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 48: Remote Photo/Record Via The App

    11.4 ADJUSTING SETTINGS VIA THE APP If you prefer to change the settings of the ZXM-AC5 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-AC5.

  • Page 49: 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.
  • Page 50 Zero-X has a limited warranty, whereby Zero-X warrants to you and only to you that this Zero-X Action Camera will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one (1) year from the date of your purchase (unless a longer warranty period is required by law).
  • Page 51 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 52 Zero-X liability for damages, especially for breach of duty or obligation, delay in performance, non-performance, or malperformance shall be precluded, except when these are due to negligent breaches of any significant contractual duty or obligation on the part of Zero-X. Any liability for negligence is limited...
  • Page 53 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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