BEFORE YOU BEGIN Precautions WARNING: Do not expose this product to rain, moisture or water under any circumstances, doing so may result in the risk of electric shock or fire. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the instruction manual unless you are qualified to do so.
GETTING STARTED What’s in the Box MGC-12 Camera Mounting Bracket Specialty USB Cable Screwdriver sales@motorgc.com | (847) 296-4279...
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MGC-12 OVERVIEW Product Overview Mounting Bracket Slot 1080p 140° wide angle road-facing camera Tamper Resistant Cover for SIM and SD Card Slots 1080p 140° wide cabin facing, camera with IR Power and auxiliary inputs with locking screws Touch Screen SOS button Rotating and locking rings sales@motorgc.com | (847) 296-4279...
INSTALLING YOUR MGC-12 Initial setup • Using the specialty screwdriver unscrew the safety screw that locks the tamper proof case on the side of the camera. • Insert the SIM and SD card into the appropriate slots in the camera •...
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USING YOUR MGC-12 Directing the cameras 1. Unmount the camera Follow the following steps to direct the road and cabin facing cameras. 2. Using the security screwdriver provided, gently partially unscrew the three security screws on the side of the camera until you can rotate the front and cabin facing cameras.
USING YOUR MGC-12 Connect to power MGC-12 may only be connected to a power source using the • supplied cables. • The power cable connects to the round connector located on the side of the camera. • The power source must provide 5V DC and at least 2A when connected through the supplied USB cable.
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USING YOUR MGC-12 Unlocking your Surfsight • Press the touchscreen camera on your panel to enter the keypad screen • Enter 3333, which is the default PIN to enter the main menu. You should now see the main menu. sales@motorgc.com | (847) 296-4279...
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USING YOUR MGC-12 Entering the Main Menu • The Main Menu has 4 options o Live Video o Recordings o Settings o Exit sales@motorgc.com | (847) 296-4279...
USING YOUR MGC-12 Viewing Live Video • You will see the live video from the camera displayed on the screen. • Use the arrow keys to switch between the front and cabin facing cameras. • Use the arrow back button to return to the main menu.
USING YOUR MGC-12 Viewing Recorded Videos • A list showing all the videos recorded on the SD card will be displayed on the list. • Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the videos. • Use the Play button to play the videos.
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USING YOUR MGC-12 Enter the Settings Menu on your MGC-12 including: • The settings menu will allow you to set various settings available o Driver Facing Camera o Text Overlay in Recordings o Distracted Driver Alerts o Audio Alarms for distracted driver or dangerous turns...
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USING YOUR MGC-12 Driving Alerts • While driving a White Vehicle icon will be displayed on the screen. • In case a violent turn or distracted driver event is detected, the car icon will turn red, indicating a visual alert for the driver.
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USING YOUR MGC-12 Calibrating your sensors MGC-12 contains an internal accelerometer that detects dangerous driving behavior to automatically create video events. Cabin facing cameras must be directed at the driver The accelerometer is not calibrated before installation as every vehicle...
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