Uniden iGO CAM 45R - 2K Smart Dash Cam Manual

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Controls & Indicators

Front Camera

Rear Camera

Ref	Component	Description
1	LED	RED - Flashing indicates recording. BLUE - Indicates power is on, device is charging.
2	LCD Screen
3	Reset	If the device fails to operate, try resetting the device.
4	MENU/ Setting	Record Mode: Short press to start emergency recording. No Record Mode: Short press entre into MENU. No Record Mode: Long press 2s switch to the Record Mode, Snapshot Mode, Playback Mode.
5	DOWN	Record Mode: Short press to On/Off Sound recording. Playback Mode: Short press toggle to next file.
6	UP	Record Mode: Short press record front/back/picture in picture. Photo Mode: Short press switch to Front/Rear record. Playback Mode: Long press 2s switch to Rear playback record, Long press 2s again back to Front playback.
7	OK/POWER	Record Mode: Short press Start/Stop video recording. Photo Mode: Short press take Snapshot. Playback Mode: Short press Play/Stop playback video. Press & hold for 2 seconds to turn power on. Press & hold for 2 seconds to turn power off.
8	Mini USB Port (Rear)	Connect the Mini USB cable to the rear view camera.
9	Micro USB Port	Connect to the micro USB cable on the GPS sticker mount bracket. Connect to PC for data (SD card) transfer (USB data cable is not supplied).
10	Card Slot	Insert micro SD Card (up to 128GB min class 10).
11	MIC	Records sound.
12	Lens

Installation

Location

To have a better view, try to install the front camera at the center of the windshield and the rear camera at the centre or the rear window. It can also be placed on the front windshield to record the interior of the vehicle. Make sure the lens is located in a place where the windshield is clean the window to ensure view is clear.

Make sure the device is not installed in a place where it will interfere with the safety bag. Make sure the GPS will not be obstructed by the windshield's sun control film (window tint).

Installation Steps

1. Clean the area you desire to have the cameras placed before sticking the device.
2. Slide the sticker mount bracket into the front camera bracket slot and make sure it fits tightly.
3. Peel off the sticker protective film of the 3M sticker of the cameras.
4. Press and apply force on the GPS sticker mount of the front camera onto the windshield behind the rearview mirror.
5. Press and apply force on the sticker mount of the rear camera onto the top center of the rear windshield.
6. Connect the front camera and rear camera with the Micro USB cable.
7. Arrange and hide the cable to avoid obstruction for the driver's view.
8. Adjust the cameras view. We recommend the camera should point slightly downwards ~10° below eye level.

NOTE: Please ensure the rear camera connection cable is connected/ disconnected when the device power is off or it will damaged the product.

Operation

Micro SD Card

NOTE: A compatible micro SD card (not supplied) is required to record and store videos and photos.

The device can support micro SDHC cards (High Capacity SD) up to 128GB in capacity. A micro SDHC card of at least 8GB capacity and minimum Class 10 speed is recommended.

Insert a formatted micro SD card gently in the slot at the side of the device. To remove the card from the slot, press the edge of the SD card inwards for it to pop out and then pull it out of the slot.

Uniden only recommends using good quality MLC/SLC micro SD cards. Please ensure that the SD card used is rated for Dash Cam use.

Video Storage Capacity

Refer to the table below for the recording capacity for different card capacity and some of the recording resolution.

Battery Information

The device is designed mainly for in-vehicle use, drawing on vehicle power or the vehicle battery when using the Hard Wire Kit (HWK-1A). The iGO CAM 45R has an in-build high quality, long life super-capacitor. It provides enough backup power to ensure any recording in progress is stored safely before shutting the camera off.

Power On

NOTE: When connected to a car charger with power, the device will automatically power on and start recording.

1. Ensure the USB Charging Cable is connected to the USB car charger.
2. Plug in the USB car charger to the car's cigarette lighter port.
3. Connect the other end of the USB charging cable into the micro USB port found on top of the GPS mount bracket.
4. Connect the USB cable from the side of the GPS mount bracket into the micro USB port found on the device.
5. The device will power on automatically when the car supplies the power to the device.
6. The red dot on the screen will start flashing and recording starts automatically.

At other times, press and hold the OK/Power button for at least 2 seconds.

NOTE: Be sure insert the SD card before powering up the device. Format the SD card before you start recording for the first time.

Power Off

When the car's engine is turned off, the device will automatically turn off in a few seconds.

At other times, press and hold the OK/Power button for at least 2 seconds to turn off the device. Do not eject the SD card immediately to prevent damage to the last recorded file.

If you wish to switch the device back on, press and hold the OK/Power button for at least 2 seconds.

NOTE: Only use the USB Car Charger Adaptor and USB Charging cable that comes with your device. Any other adaptor might damage the device.

Record Mode

NOTE: To record a video, ensure that a valid micro SD card (not supplied) is inserted in the given slot. Also note, that inserting/ removing the SD card when the device is recording causes the device to shutdown and in worst case malfunction.

Recording

When connected to a car charger, the device automatically goes into the record mode and starts recording.

A red dot icon and a recording timer indicates that the device is recording. To stop recording, press OK and the red dot disappears, indicating that the recording has stopped.

Press to switch to viewing model. This will display Front screen, Front and Rear screen, Rear screen. Press to enable/disable sound record.

Emergency Recording

An Emergency Recording is triggered when the Menu Button is pressed or when the G-Sensor registers an impact while recording. The emergency icon will appear on the screen. This indicates that those recordings have been locked and will not be overwritten by new video clips.

Photo Mode

When the device is not recording, press and hold the button for 2 seconds when you see the menu to enter Photo mode. You can take a snapshot with the device.

Press the OK button to take a snapshot/photo.
Press the button, it has two options:

1. Resolution: allow to change photo size to VGA, 1M, 2M, 3M, 5M.
2. Continuous shooting (On/Off): allow to continuing take 3 photos.

Long press the button for 2 seconds twice, device return to Record Mode.

NOTE: If the menu is hidden, press any button at the side of the device to reveal the menu icons.

Playback Mode

In Record or Photo mode, long press the button for 2 seconds when you see the menu to enter Playback mode. The device stores video and photos on the SD Card. Playback mode will allow you to review the saved videos and photos.

You can select Video to view Normal Record File or Emergency File to view Protected/Locked video or Photos to view all the snapshots.

After selecting the files that you wish to view in the Playback mode, toggle the files by Press the UP and DOWN button to scan through the various video/ image files and press OK button to select/view the file.

Delete Files

During file playback, press OK button to play/pause the video file, press the button to delete the selected Unlock file, or if the file is a Lock file that requires unlock this file (ie. Unlock One) under Protection setting and then delete the file.

Protection Files

During file playback, press the button to Protection the file with options Lock One, Unlock One, Lock All, Unlock All.

Exit the Playback Mode

Long press button for 2 seconds to switch to Record Mode or Photo Mode.

Menu Settings

NOTE: Please note, you cannot access MENU when the device is recording. To access the Menu, you will need to stop recording by pressing OK.

In record or photo or playback mode, press the MENU button to access the menu settings. Press the relevant UP and DOWN keys to scan through the various settings and then press OK to select or confirm selection. Press the MENU button to return and exit the Menu.

Connecting to a PC

The iGO CAM 45R must be connected to a PC by using a USB data cable (not supplied). The supplied USB cable is for charging and supplying power only. When the device is connected to the PC, 'USB cable' icon is displayed on the device's screen.

You can view the SD card contents on the PC. When the device is detected on the PC as an external drive, select "DCIM", then select FRONT (front camera) or REAR (rear camera) folder to view the Emergency Video (_SOS) or Normal Video (_NOR) or Photo (JPG). The emergency/locked recording files are saved with the name "_F/R_SOS" under either FRONT or REAR folder. Recordings or images arranged in folders according to the specified date.

Please note that the folder named "MISC" is a system-generated folder.

Uniden DV Player

Uniden DV Player allows you to view the recordings on the iGo CAM 45R and trace them on a map.

iGO CAM Player software is supported on Windows 7, Windows 10 and macOS. Download the correct software designated for different platform.

Installing Uniden DV Player
Download the Uniden DV Player from the Uniden website. You may need to unzip the file using the appropriate archiving software before you can use the player.

Access the Recorded Files
Before playing the recorded files on the Uniden DV Player, ensure that you can access the files easily.

Either remove the micro SD card from the recorder, and access the files on the computer via a card reader. or

Connect one end of the USB data cable (not supplied) to the device and the other end to the USB port on your computer.

NOTE: The supplied USB cable is for charging and supplying power only. You will need a USB data cable (not supplied) for transferring videos and photos from the device to the PC.

View the Recorded Files
To view the recorded files on the Uniden DV Player:

NOTE: GPS Player version is subject to change without notice. See Uniden website to download the latest GPS Player.

Connecting to APP

The Uniden DV app allows you to control the dash camera via WiFi. You can easily preview, browsing files, playback and download the files in the SD card into your mobile phone. The app also allows you to make changes to the device setting.

The dash camera WiFi access point is OFF by default. You can enable WiFi ON Settings.

NOTE: Connect your mobile phone to your dash camera within a line of sight range of 10m.

1. Search and download the "Uniden DV" App from the App Store for iOS devices or Play Store for Android devices.
2. Go to your mobile phone WiFi setting and connect to the camera's access point. The SSID usually starts with iGOCAM45R_.... and the default password is 12345678.
3. Go to the Uniden DV app and tap the camera.

Troubleshooting

Listed below are some of the problems and the possible solutions.

If you still need help, visit our website or call our customer service.

Specification

Important Safety Instructions

NOTE: Uniden does not represent this product to be waterproof. Do not expose this product to Rain or Moisture.

NOTE: This product is intended for use in a motor vehicle. Don't install the device where it will block the driver's view of the road (including the mirrors!) or the deployment of the airbag.

NOTE: Keep your attention on the road! Don't try to operate or focus on any device while driving. If you have to concentrate on a device, pull off the road for a few minutes.

NOTE: Ensure that the camera lens is kept clean and there is nothing blocking the lens. Do not install the product in a location where it can obstruct the driver's field of vision.

NOTE: Don't leave the device in direct sunlight for a long period of time or where the temperature could go above 60°C.

NOTE: You should examine, check and/or verify the device at least once a month including the associated SD card, to ensure the recording are working properly.

NOTE: Never attempt to disassemble, repair or make any modifications to your device.

NOTE: GPS signal may lost when surrounded with tall buildings, in a tunnel or poor weather conditions. Over-tinting or a rain sensor on the windshield can affect GPS reception.

NOTE: It may takes up to 10 minutes to get GPS signal for the first time and after that, it will normally takes up to 3 minutes. If the signal is unstable please change the installation spot.

Phone: 1300 366 895
Email: custservice@uniden.com.au

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