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ZERO-X ZX-50 User Manual

Waterproof 4k uhd action camera with touch screen & wifi
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ZX-50
WATERPROOF 4K UHD ACTION CAMERA
WITH TOUCH SCREEN & WIFI
USER MANUAL

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  • Page 1 ZX-50 WATERPROOF 4K UHD ACTION CAMERA WITH TOUCH SCREEN & WIFI USER MANUAL...
  • Page 3 CHARGING THE BATTERY ............... 10 MICRO SD CARD COMPATIBILITY ..........10 TOUCH SCREEN COMPONENTS ........... 10 POWERING ON YOUR ZX-50 ............11 FORMATTING A MICRO SD CARD ..........11 ZX-50 CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS ..........12 POWER ON/OFF BUTTON .............. 12 SHOOT/RECORD BUTTON .............
  • Page 4 5.13 SETTING THE DATE ................15 5.14 AUTO POWER OFF ................16 5.15 WiFi 5.16 WiFi INFORMATION ................. 18 5.17 RE-SET WiFi ..................19 5.18 ROTATE IMAGE ................. 19 5.19 DVR MODE ..................20 5.20 SCREEN SAVER.................. 21 5.21 LED INDICATOR ................22 5.22 KEYPAD TONE ...................
  • Page 5 TIMER MODE ..................36 PLAYBACK MODE ................38 RESTORE DEFAULT SETTINGS ............39 FIRMWARE VERSION ..............40 INSTALLING AND USING THE ZX-ACTION APP ......40 10.0 MANUAL STEPS FOR CONNECTING TO THE ZX-ACTION APP ... 41 10.1 ZX-ACTION APP ................41 10.2 SAVING PHOTOS AND VIDEOS VIA THE APP .......
  • Page 6 Zero-X website. www.zero-x.com.au | www.zero-x.co.nz. Please note, the ZX-50 is waterproof to a depth of up to 10 metres / 1 atmosphere without its waterproof case. A waterproof case is also included with the ZX-50 to use as a protective...
  • Page 7 WHAT’S IN THE BOX 1 x ZX-50 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 ZX-50 or modify it in any way. If the ZX-50 has been tampered with the warranty will be void. Maintenance and repairs should only be performed by Zero-X.
  • Page 9 Check your local recycling facility for more information. • Only use a certified 5V 1.5A USB charger to charge the ZX-50. Using non- certified chargers could potentially damage the ZX-50, or the ZX-50 battery and void the warranty.
  • Page 10 128GB, UHS Class 3 or higher Micro SD Card from a well known brand. NOTE: There is only one correct way to insert the Micro SD Card into your ZX-50. It should easily slide in. Do not force the card into the slot as it may damage the unit and the card.
  • Page 11 FORMATTING A MICRO SD CARD Before you start using the ZX-50, we recommend that you format Micro SD card. You are able to format a Micro SD card using the ZX-50. The instructions on how to do this are listed below: 1.
  • Page 12 ZX-50 CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS POWER ON/OFF BUTTON The ON/OFF BUTTON is located at the side of the ZX-50. This is used to turn ON/OFF the unit. The ON/OFF BUTTON is also used to change between the Video/Photo in preview interface, the Video Settings, Photo Settings, General Settings and Exit in setting menu.
  • Page 13 THE MODE BUTTON The MODE BUTTON is located on the top of the ZX-50 on the left side. This button is used to access the navigation SETTING MENUS and to scroll down in the setting menu. 5.10 ACCESSING SYSTEM SETTINGS You can access system settings when using any of the camera modes.
  • Page 14 The time is 24 hour and is set as HH:MM:SS. 5.12 SETTING THE DATE FORMAT The ZX-50 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.
  • Page 15 5.13 SETTING THE DATE To set the correct date on your ZX-50, 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 5.14 AUTO POWER OFF The auto power OFF function is designed to help extend the battery life of the ZX-50. The ZX-50 will automatically POWER OFF after a selected period of inactivity (3, 5, 10 MINUTES and OFF). The ZX-50 is factory defaulted to 3 MINUTES.
  • Page 17 PRESS on the option that you prefer. The setting will now be updated. 5.15 WIFI The ZX-50 comes with inbuilt WiFi, allowing you to easily access your footage and photos through your smartphone. The ZX-50 default setting is OFF. For more information, see ‘11.1 ZX-ACTION APP.’ To change the default setting, follow the below steps: 1.
  • Page 18 ACTION APP and disconnect from your smartphone. 5.16 WIFI INFORMATION If you need to find out the connection name and password of the ZX-50 WiFi ID, you can find this in the WiFi information section. To access this, follow the below steps: 1.
  • Page 19 5.18 ROTATE IMAGE You have the ability to flip the image vertically (upside down) when you are using the ZX-50, by turning on this function. The ZX-50 default setting is OFF. To change this setting, follow the steps: 1. If you are currently in VIDEO MODE and RECORDING, you will need...
  • Page 20 5.19 DVR MODE When DVR MODE is activated, the ZX-50 will continue to record until the unit has run out of power. The ZX-50 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 21 5.20 SCREEN SAVER You can record videos and conserve power with the screen saver function, allowing the LCD display to turn OFF while the ZX-50 continues to record. There are four options to choose from for the screen saver function activating: 30 SECONDS, 1 MINUTE, 2 MINUTES and OFF.
  • Page 22 5.21 LED INDICATOR The ZX-50 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 ZX-50 is charging.
  • Page 23 TURN OFF. 5.22 KEYPAD TONE You have the ability to change the volume of your keypad tone on the ZX-50. There are 3 volumes to choose from (High, Middle and Low). The ZX-50 default setting is Middle. To change, follow the below steps.
  • Page 24 PICTURE & VIDEO SETTINGS There are multiple shooting functions that the ZX-50 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 TOUCH...
  • Page 25 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 26 SETTING OPTIONS ZX-50 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 27 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 28 SETTING OPTIONS ZX-50 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 29 Please see the table on the next page to view other available settings. NOTE: These settings are applicable for LOOP RECORDING MODE only. SETTING OPTIONS ZX-50 DEFAULT 4K @ 60 FPS, 4K @ 30 FPS, 2.7K @ 30FPS, 1080P @ 120FPS, 1080P @ 60 FPS, 1080P @ 30FPS, Resolution...
  • Page 30 Auto /100 / 200 / 400 / 800 / 1600 / 3200 / 6400 Auto Video Quality High / Middle / Low High Time Stamp ON / OFF Microphone ON / OFF NOTE: When ELECTRONIC IMAGE STABILISATION is turned ON, DISTORTION CORRECTION will be OFF and vice versa.
  • Page 31 Please see the table on the next page to view other available settings. NOTE: These Settings are applicable for TIME LAPSE MODE only. SETTING OPTIONS ZX-50 DEFAULT Resolution 4K / 2.7K / 1080P / 720P 0.5 Secs / 1 second / 2 seconds / 5 seconds / Interval 0.5 seconds...
  • Page 32 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 33 SETTING OPTIONS ZX-50 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 / Centre Metering /...
  • Page 34 Please see the table on the next page to view other available settings. NOTE: These settings will be applicable for AUTO MODE only. SETTING OPTIONS ZX-50 DEFAULT Image Resolution 16 / 13 / 8 Megapixels 3 seconds / 10 seconds / 15 seconds /...
  • Page 35 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 36 SETTING OPTIONS ZX-50 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 37 Please see the table on the next page to view settings. NOTE: These settings will be applicable for TIMER MODE only. SETTING OPTIONS ZX-50 DEFAULT Image Resolution 16 / 13 / 8 Megapixels Count Down 3 seconds / 5 seconds / 10 seconds / 20 seconds...
  • Page 38 SHOOT/RECORD BUTTON again. 6.9.2 DELETING FILES IN PLAYBACK MODE To delete any files that have been taken on the ZX-50 or are on the Micro SD Card, PRESS the TRASH CAN ICON on the bottom right corner of the screen.
  • Page 39 RESTORE DEFAULT SETTINGS This setting will restore the ZX-50 to factory default. All setting adjustments made to the unit will be erased. If you need to restore to factory settings, 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 40 FIRMWARE VERSION To check the current FIRMWARE of your ZX-50, 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 41 ZX-ACTION and download the App. 10.1 ZX-ACTION APP The ZX-50 has an in-built WIFI connection which is used to wirelessly connect your smartphone to your ZX-50, allowing you to use your smartphone as an external wireless monitor, view the files, change settings and trigger recording on your smartphone.
  • Page 42 50_XXXX WiFi name is the one that comes up. 10.2 SAVING PHOTOS AND VIDEOS VIA THE APP All files that are taken on the ZX-50 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 43 1. Launch the ZX-ACTION APP on your smartphone. 2. On the home screen, PRESS the circle with the image in it, this is on the left of the Mode icon within the App. 3. Once you are in the gallery, you will see on the top bar of the App. One will be highlighted.
  • Page 44 10.4 ADJUSTING SETTINGS VIA THE APP If you prefer to change the settings of the ZX-50 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 ZX-50. Follow the below steps: 1.
  • Page 45 Zero-X and its subsidiaries and affiliates, relating to or arising out of your breach of any provision of these terms, your misuse of Zero-X products or its services, or your unauthorized modification or alteration of products or software.
  • Page 46 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 47 Zero-X arising as a result of the payment of any claim for loss, damage or injury. Zero-X equipment and services do not cause and cannot eliminate occurrences of certain events, including, and Zero-X makes no guarantee or warranty,...
  • Page 48 Other than as permitted by law, Zero-X does not exclude, limit or suspend other rights you have, including those that may arise from the nonconformity of a sales contract.
  • Page 49 Some states and countries do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Additionally, this provision is not intended to limit Zero-X’s liability in the event of Zero-X’s wilful or intentional misconduct.
  • Page 50 12.0 NOTES...
  • Page 52 Capture the action. ™ ANOTHER DIRECTED BRAND All Images, Information and Content are Copyright © 2024 Directed Electronics www.zero-x.com.au | www.zero-x.co.nz Australia Pty Ltd. All Rights Reserved.