NOTES ON MICRO SD CARD ....................4 FORMATTING THE INSERTED MICRO SD CARD ............5 PACKAGE CONTENTS ................6 PRODUCT OVERVIEW ................6 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ............7 HM-DVR2 INSTALLATION ....................7 REAR CAMERA INSTALLATION ..................8 THE 3-WIRE SMART HARDWIRE KIT ................9 5.3.1 PRODUCT INFORMATION ..................10 HARDWIRE KIT FEATURES ....................10...
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CONNECTING TO GROUND ..................29 5.12 SPECIFICATIONS .........................30 DASHCAM QUICK KEY FUNCTIONS ..........31 LED INDICATOR ........................32 DOWNLOADING AND INSTALLING THE HEMA-DVR APP .32 HEMA-DVR APP OPERATION ..................34 APP VIDEO PLAYBACK ......................34 DOWNLOADING VIDEOS FROM THE APP ..............35 SHARING VIDEOS ON SOCIAL MEDIA .................35 HEMA-DVR APP SETTINGS ..............
CAUTION • Ensure you are using your Dash Camera within your countries’ road laws. Please make sure you are familiar with your local road legislation before use. • Please set the time and date before you use this device to record. •...
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a Hema Dash Camera. We are certain that this product will give you trouble free operation while providing you with features that enhance your driving experience. Our products are designed to assist and aid the driver, not to replace the manual function of the person operating the vehicle.
FORMATTING THE INSERTED MICRO SD CARD Please download the HEMA-DVR App and connect your Dash camera with the downloaded app by following the steps as described in section 7.0 on page 32. Please enter the Settings Section and select "Format SD card".
PACKAGE CONTENTS HM-DVR2 Dash Camera Spare 3M Adhesive Sticker Internal Rear Camera 8m Rear Camera Cable Electrostatic Film x2 3-Wire Hardwire Kit 12V/24V Power Adaptor User Manual PRODUCT OVERVIEW DASH CAMERA Microphone 3M adhesive mount Mini USB connector (for power)
Remove the protective film off the HM-DVR2 mount and position the Dash Camera in the middle of the electrostatic film. Press down the base of the bracket by hand for 30 seconds to ensure that the adhesive mount is attached to the electrostatic film, and adjust the camera by rotating the barrel until it is capturing the entire road.
Press down the base of the bracket by hand for about 30 seconds to ensure that the adhesive sticker is properly attached to the electrostatic film. Connect the rear camera to the HM-DVR2 using the supplied rear camera cable. Run the cabling either through the roof lining or under the carpet.
THE 3-WIRE SMART HARDWIRE KIT IMPORTANT: REFER TO YOUR VEHICLE OWNER’S MANUAL TO DETERMINE: • Location of the fuse box • How to access the fuse box • The type of fuse tap required It is highly recommended that you thoroughly read the installation instructions in this user manual.
Mini USB connector. For the latest manual and product updates, please visit hema.com.au or hema.co.nz. HARDWIRE KIT FEATURES • Suitable for use in cars and trucks with with a 12V or 24V battery.
VEHICLE FUSE OPTIONS (USE ONLY ONE OPTION FOR INSTALLATION) ATS (Standard) Fuse Cable Mini Fuse Cable 10. Micro2 Fuse Cable 11. Micro Fuse Cable 5.5.2 ACCESSORIES Cable Ties x 4...
The hardwire kit will identify the lead acid battery type automatically (12V or 24V) and protect your battery from draining accordingly. SETTING THE PARKING MONITOR SWITCH Which is set as default (High) on the right side and is automatically selected to comply with all Hema dash camera models.
VEHICLE BATTERY LEAD ACID STATE AND CAPACITY Use the table below to help determine the desired voltage cut-off level for battery drain protection. For example if the temperature is 38°C and you want to keep a 75% lead acid state capacity remaining in your battery when the hardwire kit cuts off output (meaning the battery voltage is approximately 12.4V) the cut- off voltage should be set at the 12.4V band.
HARDWIRE KIT INSTALLATION The location of the vehicle’s fuse box varies by vehicle make and model. Locations may include underneath the driver’s side dashboard, behind the glove box and underneath the central console. When in doubt, always refer to your vehicle owner’s manual to determine the location of the fuse box in your vehicle.
FIG. 2 There are two main stages in the hardwire kit installation • Connecting the output cable to your dashcam • Connecting the input cables to your fuse box and grounding NOTE: Determine the location of your vehicle’s fuse box before commencing installation of the hardwire kit.
5.10.1 ATTACHING THE USB CABLE TO THE DASHCAM * Note, images are for instruction purposes only, the actual dashcam in this kit may vary from the images. Insert the USB cable into your dashcam (Fig. 3a,3b). FIG. 3a FIG. 3b...
5.11 ROUTING OUTPUT CABLE FROM THE DASHCAM TO FUSE BOX NOTE: You may need to consult your vehicle manufacturer for instructions on how to remove vehicle fittings (for example, the A-pillar panel) for routing the hardwire kit cables inside your vehicle and for where airbags are located so that these are not obstructed by the routed cables in case of deployment.
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NOTE: The A-pillar that is used to route the cable may not be at the driver’s side as shown. Please refer to your vehicle owner’s manual to determine the location of the fuse box in the vehicle. The output cable needs to be routed in the A-pillar closest to the fuse box.
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INSTALLING THE OUTPUT CABLES IN VEHICLE CONT’D FIG. 6 FIG. 7...
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INSTALLING THE OUTPUT CABLES IN VEHICLE CONT’D FIG. 8a FIG. 8b...
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INSTALLING THE OUTPUT CABLES IN VEHICLE CONT’D FIG. 9a FIG. 9b...
5.11.2 HOUSING THE OUTPUT CABLE Where the output cable from the A pillar meets the side of the dashboard, the output cable will then need to be routed towards the direction of the fuse box by concealing the cable along the side of the vehicle dash (Fig.
FIG. 12 5.11.3 CONNECTING TO THE FUSE BOX NOTE: Refer to your vehicle’s fuse layout panel to determine the permanent power fuse for constant and accessories power feed. The fuse cable needs to be connected to the 12V/24V battery feed. Determine the fuse tap cable required for connection to your fuse box.
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ACCESSORIES POWER FUSE CONNECTION - RED CABLE Connect Hardwire Kit vehicle fuse fuse FIG. 13 Connect the red input connector to the fuse tap cable (Fig. 14a, 14b). Ensure the connection is secured. Insert the fuse tap into the fuse box (Fig. 15a, 15b). Tuck away any excess input cable behind the fuse box.
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CONNECTING TO THE FUSE BOX CONT’D FIG. 14b FIG. 15a...
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FIG. 15b CONSTANT POWER Fuse Connection - Yellow Cable Please follow the steps outlined above (Fig. 14 to Fig. 15) to connect the CONSTANT POWER fuse connection using the yellow input connector. NOTE: To determine constant power feed fuse, use a voltage meter.
5.11.4 CONNECTING TO GROUND Locate an earth terminal/bolt or any vehicle bolt that is mounted on the chassis of the vehicle that is nearest to the fuse box (Fig. 16). Loosen the bolt and attach the black input cable eyelet to the bolt. Fasten the bolt.
Reset To Default settings^ * Formatting the Micro SD card will delete all information on the inserted Micro SD Card and prepare the card to be used with the HM-DVR2. ^ Restoring to default settings will also change the WIFI password to default 12345678.
LED INDICATOR The colour of the HM-DVR2 LED Light helps to indicate the following fuctions. Constant red: Not recording Constant blue: Recording in normal mode Blue flashing: Recording an emergency event Green flashing: Updating firmware Constant green: Video playback in App...
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For a step by step guide on connecting your Dash Camera to your smartphone please follow the steps below. On your smart device download the "HEMA-DVR" App from the Google Play Store if you are using an Android device, or the Apple App store if you are using an iPhone.
HEMA-DVR APP OPERATION To use the HEMA-DVR App, your smart device will need to be connected to the dash camera WI-Fi connection. For instructions on connecting your dash camera to your smartphone's Wi-Fi, please follow the steps in the previous section.
Press the Album Button. Select the video/videos and press the download button. The download will start and will save to your smartphone which can also be accessed through the HEMA-DVR App in the Folder name Local. SHARING VIDEOS ON SOCIAL MEDIA To share videos on Social Media, please follow the instructions below.
HEMA-DVR APP SETTINGS MENU SETTING DESCRIPTION Microphone ON, OFF Turns microphone ON/OFF Loop 1 and 3 Loop recording allows you to set the duration Recording Minutes that the camera will record before creating a new clip Volume Off, Low, Controls the sound level of the built-in speaker...
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HEMA-DVR APP SETTINGS CONT' MENU SETTING DESCRIPTION Format SD Formats the Deletes all recorded data off the Micro SD Card. Card Micro SD card. Wi-Fi Changes the dash camera’s Wi-Fi's name and Settings password from default. Factory Restore factory settings.
All costs involved in claiming this warranty, including the cost of the retailer sending the product to Directed Electronics, will be borne by you. Please scan the QR code for Hema support Or visit Hema support at: https://support.hema.com.au Phone: +61 03 8331 4800...
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WARRANTY AND WARRANTY DISCLAIMER Hema has a limited warranty on whereby Directed warrants to you and only to you that this Hema product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for three (3) years from the date of your purchase (unless a longer warranty period is required by law).
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In the event of any loss, damage or injury, you will not look to Hema to compensate you or anyone else. You release and waive for yourself and your insurer all subrogation and other rights to recover against Directed arising as a result of the payment of any claim for loss, damage or injury.
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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 Hema may be liable, or for non- contractual liability.
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