2. Tips for stable memory card performance: Your Nextbase™ Dash Cam is set to record video, in files of just 1 minute in length. This means that each video file is a manageable size should you need to download and send to your insurance company.
Do not place the Dash Cam in front of or above any airbag. Battery Warnings Lithium-ion batteries are used in most Nextbase™ Dash Cams. If these guidelines are not followed, batteries may experience a shortened life span or may present a risk of damage to the Dash Cam, fire, chemical burn, electrolyte leak, and/or injury.
Nextbase™ does not assume any responsibility for any fines, penalties, or damages that may be incurred Protected Files as a result of any state or local law or ordinance relating to the use of your Nextbase™ Dash Cam. Protected Files may be overwritten, or deleted; make sure to back up important files to a separate, secure place as soon as possible to avoid accidental deletion from the Dash Cam's SD Card.
MicroSD™ and the microSD logo are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC. Unit Weight Front Camera Rear Camera Nextbase™, MyNextbase Player™, MyNextbase Cloud and Click&Go PRO™ are registered trademarks of Portable Multimedia Ltd. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
Rear Camera Compatibility The Nextbase™ 222X is designed for use with a Rear Facing Camera, allowing you to record both the road ahead, and the road behind, making sure you’re protected against tailgaters and rear-end impacts. Click & Go...
Camera Parts and Controls See below to identify the parts and controls of your Dash Cam LEDs Dust Cover Right: Blue Mounting point located under the dust cover. - The Blue LED will be on while the Dash Cam is charging. It will turn off when charging is complete, even if the Dash Cam is still plugged in.
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Camera Parts and Controls (cont.) See below to identify the parts and controls of your Dash Cam USB Cover MicroSD Card Slot USB-PC port located under the dust cover. Insert the MicroSD card here, taking care that the gold contacts are facing towards the screen side of the Dash Cam.
Also available to purchase is a Nextbase Hardwire Kit. This connects your Dash Cam directly to the vehicle’s fusebox to power it leaving your 12Vdc outlet available for Phone / Sat Nav charging.
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In Vehicle Installation (cont.) 4. Scan the QR Code for adhesive mount installation guide. Watch the video to see how to best install the adhesive mount. This covers steps 5 - 10. 5. Clean the area of the windscreen you will mount the Dash Cam. Ensuring that the windscreen is clear of grease and dirt allows the most effective adhesion, keeping your Dash Cam securely mounted.
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In Vehicle Installation (cont.) 8 Attach the Adhesive pad to the windscreen Firmly press the adhesive pad to the clean area of windscreen. Press for 5 seconds to ensure a strong bond between the pad and windscreen. Note: When positioning the pad on the windscreen, ensure that the thick end is pointing down, with the ‘notch’...
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11 Connect power and Dash Cam Connect the power cable to the mount (attached to the windscreen). Connect the Dash Cam to the mount using the magnetic pull to guide the Dash Cam. Once the Dash Cam is connected, check that the Dash Cam feels secure. 12 Adjusting the Dash Cam With the mount attached to the windscreen, ensure that objects on the Dash Cam display (both front and rear views) are level and adjust as required.
Nextbase™ Dash Cam. As per the installation instructions, you must install the Dash Cam so it does NOT obstruct the driver’s view of the road (red, above), preferably on the passenger side of the vehicle and behind the rear view mirror.
First Time Use To ensure the set up of this Dash Cam is as quick and Language simple as possible, there is an easy to follow English ‘First Time Use’ menu. Dansk This menu is used to set Language, Time, and Date. Deutsch Espanol This menu will appear when:...
Menus Video Menu Options Resolution Press the ‘Menu’ button to enter the Dash Cam’s ‘Video Menu’ system. Change your Dash Cam’s recording resolution Options: 1080P @ 30FPS, 720P @ 30FPS, 720P @ 60FPS Default: 1080P Video Menu The Rear Facing Camera records 720P video. The resolution Resolution of the Rear Facing Camera cannot be altered.
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Video Menu Options (cont.) Menus (cont.) Press the ‘Menu’ button again when in ‘Video Menu’ to enter the Dash Cam’s ‘Setup Menu’ system. Time & Date Stamp Turn On/Off the time and date stamp shown at the bottom of the screen on recorded files. Options: On and Off Setup Menu Default: On...
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Setup Menu Options (cont.) Device Sounds Recording History Turn On/Off the beep that sounds when a button is pressed. Start up sound is NOT muted. In some territories, there are laws prohibiting the amount of footage your Dash Cam can store. Options: On and Off The default is ‘Maximum’, where your Dash Cam Default: On...
Playback Mode Audio Recording ON Can be switched OFF in the Dash Cam Setup Menu. Nextbase Logo Stamp The key below explains the various information displayed Parking Mode ON on the screen when your Dash Cam is in Playback mode.
Playback Mode Menus If the Menu button is pressed while scrolling through your videos, you will open the Playback Menu, How to Protect/Unprotect Files Using the Up and Down arrows, select ‘Protect Files’ giving you the option to protect, unprotect, or delete files. You can use the Menu button as a back button On the next page, you will be asked if you want to Protect or Unprotect while in the menu system.
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Opens the Help menu for MyNextbase Connect™. Options available include: how to use, check Add Video Remove Save for updates, Nextbase™ website, help & support, send diagnostics, register your Dash Cam, 190430_111804_009.MP4 contact us, and about. Playback Window Displays Dash Cam videos playing in MyNextbase Connect™.
Bring to Front your video will pause at the specified frame and Bring Forwards Videos can also be upload to the Nextbase server; you will be e-mailed a secure link to view or ™ Bring Backwards display any annotations that you have added.
MyNextbase Cloud™ is our free online video sharing service where you can safely and securely store your Dash Cam files. Upload your file to the Nextbase™ Server using the ‘Share Video’ function on either MyNextbase Player™, or the MyNextbase Connect™ app. Please note Upload To that upload times are dependent on video file size.
Dash Cam, including what firmware version is currently active (i.e R05.3). appear, e.g. NEXTBASE (D:) and you will be able to view / manage the stored files upon the MicroSD card within the Dash Cam. You will be able to view your files using your system’s default media player.
A) You may experience any of the following: · SD error messages Nextbase have designed an SD card specifically to fulfil the needs of our Dash Cams. We work directly with the · Recording failure factory to ensure consistency of the SD card quality. Nextbase have spent years testing, trialling and developing ·...
Video Image is blurred. the Polarising FIlter has been set properly; see the Accessories Manual (available from www.nextbase.com) for setup instructions. MicroSD cards are very small and require delicate use. Align the card with the diagram shown upon the Dash Cam and insert the card until you feel a slight spring resistance.
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It is normal for the camera to feel warm during typical use, especially when it’s recording high definition video or communicating via Wi-Fi. Reset the Dash Cam to the default settings within the Setup Menu and try again. Should the problem persist call the UK helpline (02920) 866429 or call your local support centre, found at www.nextbase.com Unresolved Issues Alternatively email: support@nextbase.com...
Europe. It is used on many products across many industries (for example, SD cards) as a mark of Nextbase™ grants to you for the period for which you possess the relevant device a non-exclusive, compliance with European standards.
If the unit sent in is still under its original warranty, then the new warranty is 30 days or to the end of state to state (or by country or province). Nextbase™ does not exclude, limit or suspend other legal rights the original 1 year warranty, whichever is longer.
This product does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Repairs should only be made by an authorised Nextbase™ service centre. Unauthorized repairs or modifications could result in permanent damage to the equipment, and void your warranty and your authority to operate...
MyNextbase Connect™ MyNextbase Player™ Accessories Ready for the Drive Everything you might need for video storage, Dash Cam protection, and more. For more details on our full range of Dash Cams and Accessories, download the Nextbase™ Accessories Manual, available from www.nextbase.com...
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