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PDR100 User Manual 4-10-2009 standard version
Reflects the latest version. Earlier units may not have all the same features.
PDR 100
PDR 100
PDR 100
PDR 100
User Manual
Thank you for purchasing the ChaseCam Solid State Digital Recorder!
CAUTION!!!
Read this User Manual. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Removing the endplate
screws will void your warranty. If your PDR requires servicing, please contact the factory. Do not
use the PDR to power other devices other than a single bullet camera.
This document is a work in progress and reflects only the version of the PDR100 that was
shipping at the time it was printed. Please stay current by checking the chasecam.com forums
and downloads. We are continually adding features to your PDR.
-NOTE-
You can power the PDR100 up directly by hard wire into the 2 or 4 pin "Terminal
Block" on the rear.
Do not use Nicad or alkaline batteries for internal power when not externally
powered. They will have too short of a life. Use Lithium of Nimh.
Remove batteries if storing the unit
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Table of Contents
Summary of Contents for ChaseCam PDR 100
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Page 1: User Manual
This document is a work in progress and reflects only the version of the PDR100 that was shipping at the time it was printed. Please stay current by checking the chasecam.com forums and downloads. We are continually adding features to your PDR. -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Installing the batteries ........................17 External power connections ......................17 External Battery Packs ........................17 Low Battery Warning ........................17 Removal of External Power when Recording ................... 18 Compact Flash Cards .......................... 18 ChaseCam PDR100 User Manual – 4/10/09 Page 2... - Page 3 Power and Connection Issues ......................20 Compact Flash ..........................20 Video .............................. 21 Sound ............................. 21 Other .............................. 21 Specifications ............................. 22 Resources and Accessories ........................22 Warranty ............................22 Service ............................... 22 ChaseCam PDR100 User Manual – 4/10/09 Page 3...
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Page 4: Contents Of Package (Not Including Options)
INTELLIGENT VIDEO Contents of Package (not including options) The PDR 100 ships with the following items: PDR100 User Manual The following items are optional and may be included in a kit or ordered directly from a dealer or Chasecam: Hi-Res Bullet Camera MiniAV Adapter Cable (3.1mm to three RCA jacks) -
Page 5: Quick Setup Guide
Connect the video input or camera device using the MiniDIN connector or a supplied ChaseCam adapter cable (allows direct RCA plug in). Do not plug in any other connectors, even if they fit! This is not an S-Video connection. -
Page 6: Safety And Warnings
Restrict powering other devices from the PDR output power to 300ma. You can power a ChaseCam camera. Do not operate the SS1000 or another PDR from the PDR power output. You can operate a PDR from the SS1000’s power output. -
Page 7: Led Indicator Table
External Audio Input using a 3.5mm to stereo Audio Adapter LAN-C connector for use with a LAN-C device such as a remote control Digital Interface RJ-45 connector for use with ChaseCam remotes and other items that use the RS-232 interface such as Data Acqusition Audio/Video Output via a 3.5mm MiniAV jack... -
Page 8: Video And Audio Connections
Red - Green Flashes = Recording Video. Flash frequency indicates quality of video. Video and Audio Connections Video. If you are using the PDR with a ChaseCam camera, simply plug the camera’s MiniDIN cable (or extension cable) into the PDR Video Connector. If you are using some other camera, you will connect the camera to the MiniDIN adapter cable using the RCA and DC jacks. -
Page 9: Menus And Set Up And Use
If this selection is made when no Compact Flash card is inserted, a message appears on the LCD saying "Compact Flash not in". If there are no recordings on the card, the message "No Recordings" appears. ChaseCam PDR100 User Manual – 4/10/09 Page 9... - Page 10 To stop playback before the end of the recording, playback must be paused by pressing the SELECT key. When playback is paused, pressing the MENU key returns to the Recording Standby condition. Pressing ESCAPE returns to the recordings List view. ChaseCam PDR100 User Manual – 4/10/09 Page 10...
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Page 11: Menu Structure
RECORDING QUALITY When the RECORDING QUALITY screen is up, the selection of the MPEG video recording bit rate can be made. Higher bit rates correspond to higher recording quality. Pressing the UP or ChaseCam PDR100 User Manual – 4/10/09 Page 11... -
Page 12: Video Resolution
INT/EXT MICROPHONE LEVEL. Set this to HIGH or LOW depending on the level of sound. Suggestion is to set it to LOW for use inside of a racecar. ChaseCam PDR100 User Manual – 4/10/09 Page 12... -
Page 13: Loop Recording
PDR. So if you have done 99 recordings, the next file will be CH_0100.MPG. This is useful if you do multiple files and want them to always be a unique filename. SET DISPLAY CONTRAST ChaseCam PDR100 User Manual – 4/10/09 Page 13... -
Page 14: Set Serial Number
SET SERIAL NUMBER If your PDR is not factory preset, do not enter one unless instructed to by ChaseCam. Use the directional keys to change the settings and enter to save. Do not guess at a serial number, it will not work! Serial numbers have to be supplied from the factory. -
Page 15: Record Switch Style
See GFORCE section below. GFORCE The GF module is available as an option from your dealer or ChaseCam. The module is sold as either an internal or external device. The internal module needs to be factory installed. If your unit does not have the GForce module, you will not see the menu option. -
Page 16: Gforce Record Trigger
If the white switch lever is pushed toward the middle of the PDR100, then it is set to not come on automatically. If it is pushed to the outside, then the unit should power up anytime it senses external power being applied. ChaseCam PDR100 User Manual – 4/10/09 Page 16... -
Page 17: Batteries And Power Sources
You can connect an external battery pack to the PDR. Using an eight AA cell pack will allow you to use standard alkaline batteries and run a PDR and camera from the eight batteries for approximately 4 hours. ChaseCam offers external battery packs. Low Battery Warning If you are running off of batteries and the PDR senses a low voltage condition, the LED indicator will change to a red flash and the LCD screen will note that a low battery condition exists. -
Page 18: Removal Of External Power When Recording
Video playing on a PC. The video files from the PDR are MPEG-2 format, which use a standard DVD Decoder to play. Your version of Windows Media Player or some other player you are using, ChaseCam PDR100 User Manual – 4/10/09 Page 18... -
Page 19: Updating Pdr Software - Field Upgrading
1.00 spacing. Earlier brackets were 1.25”. Brackets can also be mounted to our SM30 suction cup base for easy mounting in cars or to roll bar clamps supplied from ChaseCam. Once the bracket is securely attached, insertion of the PDR is very simple. Just center the PDR over the bracket and with a slight angle towards one side, push the PDR down. -
Page 20: Power And Connection Issues
Need a more secure power connection than the DC jack. Use the plug in terminal block. Or upgrade to a –R unit. My camera has an RCA or BNC jack. You need the ChaseCam adapter cable, or upgrade to one of our cameras. -
Page 21: Video
Blurry Video. Check to make sure you do not still have the “peel off” label on the lens. Is the camera focused? Can you check the video on some other device? ChaseCam can refocus cameras we sell, or we can offer instruction for the person who wants to attempt this. -
Page 22: Specifications
ChaseCam and our partner companies intend on developing various accessories to enhance the PDR. Please check back at our website, or sign up for our ChaseCam mailing list, to be made aware when new items are released to the market.