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Cansonic ULTRADASH Z3+C Instructions Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENT UltraDash Z3+C ......................01 Precautions ........................02 Product Specs ......................03 Package Contents......................04 Product Features ......................04 Camera Parts & Control .....................05 In-vehicle Installation ....................08 On Screen Notifications..................18 Video Mode........................22 Video Menu ........................23 Setup Menu........................25 Playback Mode ......................26 Wireless Link & iQ Viewer ( iOS & Android )............32 iQ Viewer Instruction ( iOS &...
  • Page 3 With new technology readily available, the creators of Cansonic have developed an easy to use camera for everyday use. UltraDash Z3+C allows its user to record files in 1, 3, or 5 minute lengths. These files are easy to download to your home desktop or personal laptop.

  • Page 4: Ultradash Z3+C

    Z3+C is placed clear of your view of the road, as well as out of the way of airbags in the event of an accident. • Disconnect UltraDash Z3+C adaptor when the vehicle is not in use. By doing so, you will avoid camera damage as well as hazards such as fires and electrocution.
  • Page 5 OBEY THE LAW! Cleaning Proper maintenance of UltraDash Z3+C is essential to allow for full optimization of the camera. Maintenance suggestions are : • Clean the device with a soft dry cloth. For tough dirt, please use a small quantity of water and a neutral detergent.

  • Page 6: Product Specs

    　 PRODUCT SPECS Product Name / Model Number Dash Cam / Z3+C 5V / 1.5A; 12-24V DC Power Requirements Input:12-24V DC Power Supply (Car power cable) Output:5V DC Fuse Type:32mm / 2A Built-in super capacitor Power Input(Car power cable) Left/Right Sensor Resolution Sony Starvis, 5M Pixel Rear Sensor Resolution Sony Starvis, 5M Pixel...

  • Page 7: Package Contents

    GPS mount. - Parking Mode (Optional) UltraDash Z3+C has a sleep mode, but a unique feature enables the camera to automatically record 30 seconds of video if there is any physical movement of the vehicle. This feature requires hardwiring to permanent power. (sold...
  • Page 8 - 2K Rear Camera Recording (Optional) UltraDash Z3+C supports the rear camera recording. You can purchase the rear camera as a front and rear 4K + 2K dual-camera recording. (sold separately, please see Cansonic website for more detail). - Infrared Illumination (Commercial Edition Only) The commercial edition is equipped with two automatic infrared fill lights that...

  • Page 9: Camera Parts & Control

    　 CAMERA PARTS & CONTROL 1 . Red Status LED Indicator Constant: Power on. Flashing: Recording. 2. Blue Status LED Indicator Constant: Charging. 3. Power / Screen Select Button Power Press and hold the button for 2 seconds to turn the camera on/off. Screen Select Press to Switch the main camera to display on PIP screen.
  • Page 10 While you are recording in video mode, press the button and you will be able to take a screenshot of the current frame. 10. Screen UltraDash Z3+C is equipped with a standard 2.7” LCD color screen to let you view. 1 1 . Infrared Lights For Vehicle Cabin (Commercial Edition Only) The commercial edition is equipped with two automatic infrared lights specifically designed for the vehicle cabin.
  • Page 11 Left lens is another wide-angle cabin lens which is designed for a professional driver to record driver-passenger interaction. 15. Rear Camera Port (Optional) By connecting UltraDash Z3+C rear camera, you are able to record a 2K resolution video simultaneously for your rearview. (sold separately) 16. Connector Port Attach the magnetic connector to the connector port.

  • Page 12: In-Vehicle Installation

    For the first installation, follow the instructions below: 1. INSERT YOUR MICRO SD CARD INTO UltraDash Z3+C UltraDash Z3+C is designed to allow a standard Micro SD card to record your footage. Before installing, make sure the gold end of the card is facing down of the LCD screen.
  • Page 13 REPLACE THE SUCTION MOUNT WITH THE 3M ADHESIVE MOUNT (OPTIONAL): (a) Suction release tab (b) Locking lever (c) Locking ring (d) Power socket (e) Magnetic connector Suction Mount 3M Adhesive Mount There are two types of mounts included in the package. One is a suction-cup and the other is a 3M-adhesive type.
  • Page 14 DO NOT place the camera in front of the driver's side. DO NOT place the mount within the airbag deployment area or near any mirrors. DO NOT operate UltraDash Z3+C while driving. Remember, the camera will automatically record when the vehicle engine has started.
  • Page 15 1. Position film location and clean windshield Before applying, clean windshield location, remove any dust, oil and use any cloth to give one last polish for best performance. 2. Remove the protective layer Before sticking, pull out the actual film protector. Pull out and remove the protective layer on one side.
  • Page 16 4. ATTACH THE MOUNT TO THE WINDSHIELD Remove the protective plastic film and select a location on the windshield where it won’t distract you. Then, put the suction mount in place. Release the (b) locking lever from the mount by pulling down on it. Hold the suction mount in place and press against the window.
  • Page 17 Plug the power cable into the (d) power socket of the mount or camera. This will allow the camera to begin charging. 7. THE FIRST-TIME SETUP When connecting the power, UltraDash Z3+C will turn on and display the first-time setup guide below. Select the Language...
  • Page 18 USB power cable but please notice that your USB power output port should provide 2A current to make sure the device work properly. - DO NOT wire UltraDash Z3+C directly to the car cigarette outlet or any 12V outlet. Doing so will result in permanent damage to the camera.
  • Page 19 ADJUST THE ANGLE Adjust the camera to the angle you want, the lens can be rotated up and down 180 degree. We recommend that the hood of the car should occupy at least 1/5 of the screen. Congrats! Now you are all set! REAR CAMERA INSTALLATION (OPTIONAL) The 2K resolution rear camera R1 is sold separately on the official website.
  • Page 20 Note - It is recommended to place the rear windshield camera within the windshield wiping area at the top of the rear windshield to record as clear an image as possible. Make sure the heating grid lines do not obstruct the view. (2) CONNECT THE REAR CAMERA CABLE Use the CAM IN port on the top of the front dash cam and plug in the rear camera cable.
  • Page 21 (3) ROUTE THE REAR CAMERA CABLE Route the rear camera cable through the vehicle to the rear windshield and tuck the cable away. The end of the cable should run through from the side of the headliner at the rear of the vehicle for you to connect and mount the rear camera to your selected position.
  • Page 22 Note - For hatch back trunk opening, leave about 3-5 inches of extra cable at the vehicle’s end to ensure adequate cable connections, and comfortably open the trunk without moving the rear camera. - Check all airbags locations on the vehicle owner’s manual. DO NOT route cable over the airbags to avoid potential interference with airbag deployment and posing a problem with proper airbag operation.
  • Page 23 12/25/2022 Rear lens Note - You can also connect UltraDash Z3+C to your mobile device and download iQ Viewer on App Store / Google Play. Use its Live View function to adjust the rear camera. - If you still find it too much trouble or don't want to do it yourself. It is recommended to find your local reliable Auto Dealer Service Department,...

  • Page 24: On Screen Notifications

    　 ON SCREEN NOTIFICATIONS The following information will help you better understand the On Screen Notifications when corresponding alert is detected. First Time Use SD Card Format when the SD card is inserted into the • device for the first time, the device will ask you to format the card. Press OK button to format and MENU button to cancel.
  • Page 25 Protected Files Over Written When the protected space of SD card is full, • the device will ask you to reformat the card, otherwise the first protected file will be overwritten when the protected space is full. Press OK button to format and MENU button to cancel.
  • Page 26 Access Menu During Recording When pressing MENU button during • recording, you may need to press Record button to stop recording first then you can press MENU button to access Menu. 00:22 Stop recording to access Menu 11:17:01 12/25/2022 Screenshot Press and hold the Record button for two seconds during •...
  • Page 27 Update Firmware Press OK button to start updating the firmware and • MENU button to cancel. Note: Please save the important file before formatting the card. Note: For more information about firmware update, please read page 50. OPTIONS Update (Recommended) / Cancel 05:20:43 韌體更新？...

  • Page 28: Video Mode

    When the audio recording function is off, there will be a red line across the icon. 2. GPS If this icon flashes, it indicates UltraDash Z3+C is locating GPS signal. When the GPS signal is found, the icon will stop flashing and remain stable on the screen.

  • Page 29: Video Menu

    VIDEO MENU. Press twice the LEAVE button twice to return to video mode. TIP: - You are not able to access UltraDash Z3+C menu while the camera is recording. • Video Length Set the length for each individual video clip.
  • Page 30 OPTIONS: MPH (default) / KMH • Screen Saver UltraDash Z3+C has a function to let the screen shut down after a period of inactivity. Press any button to re-activate the display. OPTIONS 30 Seconds / 2 Minutes / Off (default) •...

  • Page 31: Setup Menu

    SETUP MENU. Press the LEAVE button to return to video mode. Note UltraDash Z3+C default settings have been selected for great image quality and ease of operation. Under most circumstances, you don’t need to change the settings.
  • Page 32 • Language Select a preferred language. OPTIONS English (default) / Español / Deutsch / Pусский / 简体中文 / 繁體中文 • Country Select a country and time zone setting. OPTIONS United States / Canada / China / Mexico / Korea / Japan / Taiwan / Russia / Spain / Norway / Finland / Sweden / Germany / France / Italy / Netherlands / Belgium / Denmark / Poland / United Kingdom / Ireland / India / Others...

  • Page 33: Playback Mode

    　 PLAYBACK MODE Use MODE button to access PLAYBACK MODE while UltraDash Z3+C is not recording. In PLAYBACK MODE, you are able to review the videos you have stored. DIRECTORIES Press the UP or DOWN buttons to navigate through the menu.
  • Page 34 Displays the current playback time. 3. Date & Time Indicates the date and time of the recorded file. 4. Playback Controls Use UltraDash Z3+C buttons as instructed below. OK：PLAY/PAUSE. ：STOP playing video and go back to Video/Protected directory. UP：REWIND. DOWN：FAST FORWARD.
  • Page 35 Photo 11:17:01 12/25/2022 BACK 1 . File Type Indicates the file type is video. 2. Date & Time Indicates the date and time of the recorded file. 3. Playback Controls Use UltraDash Z3+C buttons as instructed below. UP：REWIND. DOWN：FAST FORWARD.
  • Page 36 DELETING FILES Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the video file and press the OK button to select delete this video. Note PROTECTED FILES CANNOT BE DELETED. You will have the following options: Video 20221225_111701_L Play this video 20221225_111701_R Protect the Video Protect this video...
  • Page 37 PROTECT / UNPROTECT FILE Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select the video file and press the OK button to select protect / unprotect this video. You will have the following options: Protected Video Video 20221225_111701_L 20221225_111701_L Play this video Play this video 20221225_111701_R 20221225_111701_R...

  • Page 38: Wireless Link & Iq Viewer ( Ios & Android )

    WIRELESS LINK & iQ VIEWER ( iOS & Android ) Connect UltraDash Z3+C with your mobile devices by using wireless link function. DOWNLOAD iQ Viewer iQ Viewer is a completely free set of video playback application. Which can be used to remote control and live stream preview in a short distance or download and review videos from UltraDash Z3+C.
  • Page 39 OPEN iQ Viewer APP ON YOUR MOBILE DEVICE The first time you open the app, two notifications will pop up. 1. You will need to allow 「iQ Viewer」 to take photos and record videos 「While using the app」. (Android users only) 2.
  • Page 40 After allowing, the app will pop up a notice to ask you if you want to go through the first time use tutorial We highly recommend press ✓ when you haven’t gotten familiar with iQ Viewer. You can always turn it off or on in ABOUT page.
  • Page 41 MENU button, select SETUP MENU, and select WIRELESS LINK option. Make sure UltraDash Z3+C is not recording. If a recording is in progress, please press the RECORD button to stop recording. You will find that the red light will stop flashing, and the record red dot icon in the upper right corner of...
  • Page 42 Phone Model: Your phone model Location Service: On Location Access: Allowed SSID: UltraDash Z3+C ba7 Please follow the quick guide below to connect the dash cam to the phone(mobile device). Step 1. Make sure the first four options above are green lights. If there is any red light, please click it to view the information.
  • Page 43 "Yes" to complete the setup. 11 ： 15 11 ： 15 Add Device Add Device UltraDash Z3+C ba7 has no i... UltraDash Z3+C ba7 Tap for options This network has no internet System Version: iOS 16.1.1...
  • Page 44 - A mobile device can only connect to one dash cam at a time through a wireless network, and you must connect your device to use it. 11 ： 15 Dashboard All Dash Cams (7) All Dash Cams (1) Default UltraDash Z3+C Connected Dashboard Downloads About...

  • Page 45: Iq Viewer Instruction ( Ios & Android )

    Dashboard Group setup All Dash Cams (7) All Dash Cams (1) Group name Default Connection status indicator Green light: connected Device name UltraDash Z3+C Red light: disconnected Connected Connection status Edit devices menu Downloads page About page Dashboard page Dashboard...
  • Page 46 The total device Dashboard amount All Dash Cams (1) The device amount in the group Default (1) Didault Rename / Delete group Group1 (0) UltraDash Z3+C Add group Add Group Connected Add device Rename / Regroup device Delete device Dashboard Downloads About After you enter DASH CAM page, you can find there will be three pages (DASH...
  • Page 47 訊息水印 車牌水印 PLAYBACK AND DOWNLOAD FILES (PLAYBACK PAGE) PLAYBACK (PROTECT / UNPROTECT / DELETE) or DOWNLOAD the videos from the connected UltraDash Z3+C on your mobile device. 11 ： 15 Back to Dash Cam page UltraDash Z3+C Playback photo files Playback video files...
  • Page 48 11 ： 15 Back to previous page UltraDash Z3+C VIDEO PHOTO Date and time 12/25/2022 11:00 L : Left camera R: Right camera Exact time of the video 11:17 11:17 11:17 B: Back(Rear)camera Video files (Optional) 11:18 11:18 11:18 11:19...
  • Page 49 CUT AND SHARE DOWNLOADED FILES (DOWNLOADS PAGE) Not only PLAYBACK (PROTECT / UNPROTECT / DELETE) the downloaded files with speed data and Google Maps function but also CUT and SHARE the files to your friends and relatives on your mobile device. 11 ：...
  • Page 50 English Unit Imperial Unit Date Style MM/DD/YYYY Connected device’s DASH CAM INFORMATION information Model UltraDash Z3+C ba7 Firmware Ver. Z3+C_1.2_BBZHZI_C First time use tutorial First Time Use Tutorial Instruction manual Instruction Manual Visit the official website Official Website Application: V1.0...

  • Page 51: Usb Storage ( Windows & Mac )

    Time & Date Stamp Note Information Stamp - UltraDash Z3+C is a “Read Only” device If you want to copy / delete / edit the files, remove the Micro SD Card and use another card reader to connect License Plate Stamp your computer.

  • Page 52: Firmware Update Instruction

    Make sure the file name is Z3SFW.BIN If you see Z3SFW.BIN(1) or so on, please rename the file name to Z3SFW.BIN Insert the SD card into the dashcam. Connect UltraDash Z3+C to your PC or Mac with the USB cable, and make sure the dashcam is charging.
  • Page 53 SETUP MENU and select the System Info and select Firmware Version to check if the Version is the latest one [Z3+C_X.X_XXXXXX_X] as shown on website, then it is successfully updated. Firmware Version Version: Z3+C_X.X_XXXXXX_X Check for Updates www.cansonic.com/ Enter Back...

  • Page 54: Iq Player (Windows & Mac)

    　 WARRANTY Take a minute to register your new UltraDash product at https //cansonic.com/pages/registration and save a copy of your receipt or bill of sales as proof of purchase. You will enjoy our manufacture warranty coverage, repair / replacement service and customer support.

  • Page 56: Trouble Shooting

    　 TROUBLE SHOOTING UltraDash Z3+C comes with a protective lens cover for the camera's lens, be sure to remove it. Wipe the lens with a soft Blurred Image (Video) cloth until any debris / stains are removed. Clean your vehicle's windshield where the camera is placed.
  • Page 57 I just turned it on -> Screen Saver, and turn it off. The message “Please UltraDash Z3+C requires formatting the Micro SD card if the Format SD Card” card is used on Z3+C for the first time. Please format the SD appears on my screen card in the SETUP menu.

  • Page 58: Appendix

    If you continue to have problems with your Cansonic UltraDash Z3+C, please reset your camera to default settings in the setup menu and begin the process over again. Unresolved Issues If these problems remain, please describe your question and send it to service_usa@cansonic.com or call our customer service number provided on the Cansonic Website.
  • Page 59 20cm between the radiator and your body. CE-RED RED2014/53/EU Declaration of Conformity Hereby, CANSONIC INC. declares that this Dash cam product is in compliance with essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU. A copy of the Declaration of conformity can be found at www.cansonic.com.
  • Page 60 District, Shenzhen Subject to change disclaimer: While Cansonic has made every effort at the time of publication to ensure the accuracy of the information provided. Images displayed on this manual are for illustration purposes and intended to help illustrate how the function operates and are not indicative of actual relative differences.

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