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Monoprice PID 10629 User Manual

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  • Page 1 MHD Sport WiFi Action Camera PID 10629 User’s Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents About this manual ............iv Copyright ................iv Precautions ................ v Operating conditions ..........vi Notes on the Waterproof Case......... vii Before You Start ..............x Introducing the Camcorder....... 1 System Requirements ..........1 Features ..............1 Unpacking the Camcorder ........
  • Page 3 Connecting to a PC (Micro USB Cable) ....16 Capturing Videos and Photos ....17 Recording Videos ..........17 Taking Photos ............17 3.2.1 WiFi ............18 3.2.2 Burst Shooting .......... 18 3.2.3 Time Lapse Shooting ....... 19 3.2.4 Self-Timer ..........19 Adjusting the Settings ......
  • Page 4 5.1.2 Changing the T Tip Adapter ....40 5.1.3 Changing the Housing Back Door ..41 Velcro Strap ............41 Assembling the Camcorder Accessories ....42 RF Wrist Strap Remote Control ......43 Appendix ............45 Specifications ..............45 Troubleshooting .............. 47 FCC Statement ..............

  • Page 5: About This Manual

    Copyright © 2013 Monoprice, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language or computer language, in any form or by any...

  • Page 6: Precautions

    If the product or any of its accessories are not working • properly, contact Monoprice Technical Support for assistance. The personnel there will assist you and, if necessary, arrange for the product to be replaced under warranty.

  • Page 7: Operating Conditions

    Operating conditions This camcorder is designed for use in temperatures ranging • from 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C). Do not store the camcorder in the following areas: • - In areas subject to direct sunlight - In areas subject to high humidity or dust - Near air conditioners, heaters, or other areas subject to temperature extremes - Inside of a closed vehicle, especially one parked in the sun...

  • Page 8: Notes On The Waterproof Case

    Notes on the Waterproof Case Waterproof Case performance • The waterproof case performance is equivalent to IPX8 (60m/1hr). • Underwater time limit: Do not use the waterproof case underwater for more than 60 minutes Depth limit: Do not use the waterproof case at depths greater •...
  • Page 9 Notes for general use: Avoid opening or closing the waterproof case near the water’s • edge (sea, lake, beach, etc.). Do not open or close the waterproof case lock with wet hands, or hands with sand or dust. The accessories (batteries, etc.) used with the camcorder are •...

  • Page 10: Other Notes

    Notes on waterproof case maintenance • The waterproof seal should be replaced at least once per year. Replacement seals and case backs are available from Monoprice. After using the waterproof case Be sure to come ashore within 60 minutes after going •...

  • Page 11: Before You Start

    Before You Start Take some test shots before you use your camcorder Before taking pictures with this camcorder, test the camcorder beforehand to ensure that it functions properly. Any additional loss caused by the malfunction of this product (such as costs of photography or any loss of benefit generated by the photography) is not the responsibility of the manufacturer and no compensation will be given for it.

  • Page 12: Introducing The Camcorder

    1 Introducing the Camcorder Read this section to learn about the features and functions of the camcorder. This chapter also covers system requirements, package contents, and descriptions of the hardware components. 1.1 System Requirements The camcorder requires a computer with the following specifications for full HD 1080p 30fps and 720p 60fps playback: •...

  • Page 13: Unpacking The Camcorder

    • 1.3 Unpacking the Camcorder Please inventory the contents to ensure you have all the proper parts, as listed below. If anything is missing or damaged, please contact Monoprice Customer Service for a replacement. Camcorder Li-ion Battery User's Manual (SLB-10A)
  • Page 14 T Tip Adapter Flat Adhesive Curved Adhesive Socket Socket Lens Cap Secure Tether Velcro Strap Swivel T Tip Anti-fog Inserts Adhesive Anchor (Silica Gel) RF Wrist Strap Standard Tripod Remote Control Adapter...

  • Page 15: About The Camcorder

    1.4 About the Camcorder Refer to the following illustrations to familiarize yourself with the buttons and controls of this camcorder. 1.4.1 Camcorder Views Power / Mode OLED screen button Power/Status Shutter button LED 1 HDMI port Speaker Lens Micro SD card slot Power/Status/ Battery LED 2...

  • Page 16: Button Functions

    1.4.2 Button Functions • Press and hold for 3 seconds to turn the camcorder on or off. • Press to switch to different modes: Video, Power / Mode Photo, WiFi, Burst, Time Lapse, Button Self-timer, and Set mode. • In Set mode, press to scroll through menu items.

  • Page 17: Led Indicators

    1.4.3 LED Indicators The camcorder has four LED indicators. The Power/Status LEDs are located on top, bottom, front, and on the back of the camcorder. These LEDs are placed so that you can see the status of the camcorder from any direction. Color Description Green...

  • Page 18: Getting Started

    2 Getting Started Read this section to learn how to start using the camcorder. This section covers basic functions, such as switching on, installing the battery and microSD card, and configuring preliminary settings. See later chapters for advanced functions. 2.1 Installing the MicroSD Card A microSD card is required to capture photos and videos.

  • Page 19: Removing The Microsd Card

    2.1.1 Removing the MicroSD card Turn off the camcorder. With a fingertip, push the microSD card to eject it from the slot. Remove the microSD card. 2.2 Installing the Battery  Warning: Use only the battery supplied with the camera or another SLB-10A battery.

  • Page 20: Removing The Battery

    Close the battery compartment cover. 2.2.1 Removing the battery Open the battery compartment cover. Pull the ribbon to remove the battery.

  • Page 21: Charging The Battery

    2.3 Charging the Battery You can charge the battery using the micro USB cable that came with the camera. Follow the steps below to charge the battery. Install the battery into the battery compartment. Plug the micro USB end of the included USB cable into the micro USB port on the camera.

  • Page 22: Turning On/ Off The Camcorder

    2.4 Turning ON/ OFF the Camcorder To turn on the camcorder, press the and • hold the Power button for about 3 seconds. The Power/Status LED indicator lights green for 3 seconds. To turn off the camcorder, press and • hold the Power button for 3 seconds.

  • Page 23: Oled Screen

    2.5 OLED Screen When the camcorder is powered on, the OLED screen displays the following information: Displays the current mode of the Current Mode camcorder. Use this mode to record videos. The Video Mode icon also indicates the current video recording settings.
  • Page 24 Use this mode to capture 10 continuous photos with one press of Burst Mode the Shutter button. The icon also indicates the current capture settings. In this mode, photos are continuously captured with a specific time interval when the Time Lapse Shutter button is pressed.
  • Page 25 Indicates the total number of videos Number of Files and photos saved in the microSD card. Battery Indicates the battery charge level.  Note: The icons in section 3 are automatically cycled on the display every three seconds.

  • Page 26: Changing Modes

    2.6 Changing Modes Press the Mode button repeatedly to cycle through the modes. Video Mode Photo Mode WiFi Mode Burst Mode Setting Mode Self-Timer Mode Time Lapse Mode...

  • Page 27: Connecting To A Tv (Hdmi Cable)

    2.7 Connecting to a TV (HDMI Cable) You can connect the camcorder to a TV using an HDMI cable with a Mini HDMI connector on one end (available separately). 2.8 Connecting to a PC (Micro USB Cable) Connect the camcorder to a computer with the included micro USB cable, as shown below.

  • Page 28: Capturing Videos And Photos

    3 Capturing Videos and Photos 3.1 Recording Videos Your camcorder supports Dual Stream recording. When a video is recorded, two video files of different file size are automatically saved to the memory card. The smaller file is used for viewing videos with a smartphone.

  • Page 29: Wifi

    3.2.1 WiFi This menu allows you to connect your camcorder to a smartphone, using a WiFi connection, and view the videos and photos recorded with your camcorder on the smartphone.  Note: Before using this feature, download and install the free ActionCam! app from the AppStore (iOS) or Google Play (Android OS) to your smartphone.

  • Page 30: Time Lapse Shooting

    3.2.3 Time Lapse Shooting This feature allows you to continuously capture photos with one press of the Shutter button at a preset time interval (1/3/5/10/30/60 seconds). Shooting only stops when the Shutter button is pressed again. Those continuous shots are automatically combined and saved into one video.

  • Page 31: Adjusting The Settings

    4 Adjusting the Settings To adjust the camcorder settings, press the Mode button repeatedly to switch to Set mode and then press the Shutter button to confirm. The screen below is displayed: Select SETUP to adjust capture SETUP Menu settings. Video Select to adjust the video resolution.
  • Page 32 Select MORE to adjust basic camera MORE Menu settings. Select to set the orientation of the Up/Down OSD screen display. Select to turn the LEDs on or off. Select to adjust the screen Bright brightness. Beep Select to adjust the beep volume. Select to set the time for the Auto-Off camcorder to automatically turn off...

  • Page 33: Video Resolution

    4.1 Video Resolution Your camcorder supports Dual Stream recording. When a video is recorded, two video files of different file size are automatically saved to the memory card. The smaller file is used to view videos with a smartphone. The camcorder captures photos with a fixed resolution of 5M and supports three resolution options for videos.

  • Page 34: Field Of View (Fov)

    16:9 HD video, 720P (1280x720, 60fps) Press the Shutter button to confirm your selection. To exit the menu, press the Mode button repeatedly until the EXIT option appears. Press the Shutter button to exit SET mode. 4.2 Field of View (FOV) This menu allows you to select the viewing width of the camcorder lens.

  • Page 35: Shooting Interval

    Press the Mode button to select ULTRA or WIDE. Ultra wide angle lens Wide angle lens Press the Shutter button to confirm. To exit the menu, press the Mode button repeatedly until the EXIT option appears. 10. Press the Shutter button to exit SET mode.

  • Page 36: Up/Down

    Press the Shutter button to enter the SETUP menu. Press the Mode button to highlight LAPSE. Press the Shutter button to enter the LAPSE submenu. Press the Mode button repeatedly to scroll through the shooting interval options: 1 SEC, 3 SEC, 5 SEC, 10 SEC, 30 SEC, and 60 SEC.

  • Page 37: Delete

    Press the Shutter button to enter SET mode. Press the Mode button to highlight SETUP. Press the Shutter button to enter the SETUP menu. Press the Mode button to highlight UP/DOWN. Press the Shutter button to enter the UP/DOWN submenu. Press the Mode button to select ON or OFF.
  • Page 38 Press the Shutter button to enter SET mode. Press the Mode button to highlight SETUP. Press the Shutter button to enter the SETUP menu. Press the Mode button repeatedly to highlight DELETE. Press the Shutter button to enter the DELETE submenu. 10.
  • Page 39 10. To exit the menu, press the Mode button repeatedly until the EXIT option appears. 11. Press the Shutter button to exit SET mode.

  • Page 40: Osd Up/Down

    4.6 OSD Up/Down This menu allows you to invert the OLED screen. Do the following to enable this feature. Press the Mode button repeatedly to change to SET mode. Press the Shutter button to enter SET mode. Press the Shutter button to enter the MORE menu. Press the Shutter button to enter the UP/DOWN submenu.

  • Page 41: Led

    4.7 LED This menu allows you to turn the LEDs on or off. Do the following to turn the LEDs on or off. Press the Mode button repeatedly to change to SET mode. Press the Shutter button to enter SET mode. Press the Shutter button to enter the MORE menu.

  • Page 42: Brightness

    4.8 Brightness This menu allows you to adjust the OLED screen brightness. Do the following to adjust the screen brightness. Press the Mode button repeatedly to change to SET mode. Press the Shutter button to enter SET mode. Press the Shutter button to enter the MORE menu. Press the Mode button repeatedly to highlight BRIGHT.

  • Page 43: Beep

    4.9 Beep This menu allows you to enable or disable the beep sound when you press the Power / Mode or Shutter buttons. Do the following to enable or disable the beep sound. Press the Mode button repeatedly to change to SET mode.

  • Page 44: Auto-Off

    To exit the menu, press the Mode button repeatedly until the EXIT option appears. Press the Shutter button to exit SET mode. 4.10 Auto-Off This menu allows you to program the camcorder to automatically turn off after being idle for a specific period of time. Alternatively, you can change the setting to OFF to keep the camcorder on until you manually turn it off.

  • Page 45: Date And Time

    Press the Shutter button to confirm. To exit the menu, press the Mode button repeatedly until the EXIT option appears. Press the Shutter button to exit SET mode. 4.11 Date and Time This menu allows you to set the camcorder date and time settings. Do the following to set the camcorder date and time.
  • Page 46 When done, press the Mode button to go to the month field. Month Year Hour Minute Press the Shutter button repeatedly to adjust the month value, and then press the Mode button to go to the day field. Press the Shutter button repeatedly to adjust the day value, and then press the Mode button to go to the hour field.
  • Page 47 4.12 RF This menu allows you to pair your camcorder with the included RF wrist strap remote control. When the devices are paired, you can record videos or capture photos by pressing the corresponding buttons on the RF wrist strap remote control. Do the following to pair your RF wrist strap remote control.

  • Page 48: Factory Default

    Press both the video and photo buttons on your RF wrist strap remote control to initiate pairing. When the red LED on the RF wrist strap remote control flash once, pairing is complete. To exit the menu, press the Mode button repeatedly until the EXIT option appears.
  • Page 49 Press the Shutter button to enter the DEFAULT submenu. Press the Mode button to select √. Press the Shutter button to confirm. To exit the menu, press the Mode button repeatedly until the EXIT option appears. Press the Shutter button to exit SET mode.

  • Page 50: Using The Accessories

    5 Using the Accessories The camcorder comes with rugged accessories for all your sporting needs. 5.1 Waterproof Case The waterproof case allows you to take underwater shots or use it with the surface mount to capture other sports activities. 5.1.1 Using the Waterproof Case Release the case lock and flip open the waterproof case.

  • Page 51: Changing The T Tip Adapter

    Secure the waterproof case lock. The waterproof case can be used with other accessories such as the swivel T tip, the standard tripod adapter, etc. 5.1.2 Changing the T Tip Adapter To use the standard tripod adapter, you will need to first remove one of the T Tip Adapters.

  • Page 52: Changing The Housing Back Door

    5.1.3 Changing the Housing Back Door Depending on the accessories that you want to use with the case, you may need to change the housing back door. Two back doors are included in the standard package: the waterproof housing back door and the vented housing back door.

  • Page 53: Assembling The Camcorder Accessories

    5.3 Assembling the Camcorder Accessories Lock the T tip adapter to the T tip of the adjoining accessories to install them to your camcorder.

  • Page 54: Rf Wrist Strap Remote Control

    5.4 RF Wrist Strap Remote Control Before using the RF wrist strap remote control, you must pair it with the camcorder. Note that only one camcorder can be paired to the RF wrist strap remote control at a time. Do the following to pair your RF wrist strap remote control. On the camcorder, press the Mode button repeatedly to change to SET mode.
  • Page 55 Press the Video button to start and stop video recording. To take photos, press the Photo button.  Note 1: To take photos using burst mode, time lapse, or self-timer, switch to the respective mode on your camcorder and then press the Photo button on your RF wrist strap remote control.

  • Page 56: Appendix

    Appendix Specifications General Imaging Sensor 1/2.5” CMOS 5.0 Megapixel Sensor Active Pixels 5.0 Megapixel Storage Media Internal: Built-in 256MB Flash Memory microSD Card, SDHC compatible (up to SDHC 32GB Class 6) Sensor Sensitivity Auto Camera Optics Fixed lens Wide: F2.8, f=2.5mm 110°/1080p, 150°/720p, 162°/960p, 165°/ 5M Photo Focus Range...
  • Page 57 General EV Compensation -2.0EV ~ +2.0EV (Auto) PC Interface USB 2.0 (High Speed) Wireless IEEE 802.11 b/g/n TV Output Format HDMI (Mini HDMI port) Shutter Speed Still: 1/30 ~ 1/4000 sec. Video: 1/30 ~ 1/2000 sec. Auto Power Off 1min / 3min / 5min / 10min / 30min / 60min / Off Power Supply Rechargeable 1130 mAh Li-ion Battery...

  • Page 58: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Solution The battery LED The battery charge is Replace with a new is flashing red. almost depleted. battery or charge the battery. Nothing happens The microSD card is Transfer the microSD when the Shutter full. You cannot take card files to the button is pressed.

  • Page 59: Fcc Statement

    FCC Statement Modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void user’s authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 60 Trademarks and licenses SDHC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, L...

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