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Page 1 HD SLAYER OWNERS MANUAL...
Page 2 Join the ever growing Reel Camera’s community and share your footage at reelcameras.com/community Share hints, tips, and skills, at the Reel Camera’s community base at www.reelcameras.com/blog capture it : share it : relive it REELCAMERAS.COM...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS THE BASICS Picture of the HD Slayer highlights functions / buttons PREPARING YOUR HD SLAYER Mounts and accessories included The HD slayer battery Memory Cards Accessing and using the menu System settings Screen Icons RECORDING WITH YOUR HD SLAYER...
Page 4: The Basics
THE BASICS Turn camera on / off: Press and hold [on button] for 3 seconds until LCD screen comes on Start / stop recording: Press [video button] Capture photo: Press [camera button] Access playback: Press [play button} Access camera menu: Press and hold [M button] for 3 seconds Turn LED light on / off: Press [light button] [ 1 ] REELCAMERAS.COM...
Page 5: Preparing Your Hd Slayer
PREPARING YOUR HD SLAYER MOUNTS AND ACCESSORIES INCLUDED Your HD slayer comes with mounts and accessories that enable you to immediately start recording like a pro. Handlebar mount: Helmet mount: Sticky mounts: Go really professional and utilize a huge variety of mounts and accessories available at www.reelcameras.com...
Page 6: The Hd Slayer Battery
THE HD SLAYER BATTERY The HD Slayer comes with a recyclable Li-Po battery. The battery is designed to fit tightly inside the HD slayer. The battery level is displayed in the top right corner of the screen. When the battery is empty the camera will power off. If you are recording the camera will save the current clip before powering off.
Page 7: Memory Cards
We recommend branded SD cards. One of the features of the HD Slayer is its dual micro SD slots. With two 32GB micro SD slots you have the potential of a 64GB capacity when recording.
Page 8: Accessing And Using The Menu
ACCESSING AND USING THE MENU To access the menu settings press and hold the [M button] for three seconds. The menu is divided into three different tabs, indicated at the top of the screen (photo, video, and system settings). By pressing the [M button] you can switch between the different tabs. To exit the menu, press and hold the [M button] for three seconds.
Page 9: System Settings
SYSTEM SETTINGS (CONT.) Auto Screen Power Off: Sets the camera to automatically switch off: Off, 60 Sec., 120 Sec. or 300 Sec. after last button pressed. Motion detection: Sets the camera to detect motion and assists with camera focusing:Off, low, medium or high Image rotation: Flips the image for recording with the camera upside down: Regular or Rotation 180...
Page 10: Screen Icons
SD card use, time, storage capacity, and recording settings are displayed. ZOOM The HD Slayer has a built in 4 x zoom that enables you to get closer to the action. To zoom in press and hold the [camera button] for three seconds.
Page 11: Recording With Your Hd Slayer
To stop recording press and release the [video button]. The blue status LED will stop flashing and the red video icon will disappear. Your HD Slayer will immediately stop recording when the battery is out of power or the memory card(s) are full. Data will be saved before recording stops.
Page 12: Video Recording / Formating
Set the data rate and quality of recording to Low, Medium, or High Video Section: The HD Slayer will continue recording until recording is stopped. This option determines the maximum length of each data clip, enabling a long recording to be seamlessly stored as different clips.
Page 13: Photo Recording
PHOTO RECORDING Your HD Slayer is capable of capturing vividly clear still images with a single click of a button. The separation of the photo and video buttons enable you to immediately switch between photo and video mode. TAKING A PHOTO To take a photo press and release the [camera button].
Page 14: Photo Recording
By pressing the [camera button] the camera will start automatically taking photos. To stop shooting press the [camera button]. The HD Slayer can be set to auto shoot at the following intervals: 3, 5, 10, 30, 60 seconds. We recommend the following settings for creating timelapse videos: 3 seconds: Scenes when you’re physically moving...
Page 15: Waterproof Housing And Underwater Use
WATERPROOF HOUSING AND UNDERWATER USE The HD Slayer comes with a shockproof and waterproof housing that allows you to film in the toughest of conditions. WATERPROOF HOUSING All functions of the camera can be used when the camera is in the waterproof housing.
Page 16: Reliving Hd Slayer Footage
2x, 4x, or 8x. PLAYBACK ON TV 1. Connect your HD Slayer to your TV using either the included USB-AV wire or by using an HDMI cable. 2. Enter the playback mode on the camera to watch the videos and photos on your television.
Page 17: Copy / Transfer Video Files (Ms Windows / Mac)
The recommended media player for MOV files is Apple QuickTime Player. DELETING VIDEO AND PHOTO DATA Data can be deleted either by connecting the HD Slayer to a computer or directly from the camera. TO DELETE DATA FROM THE CAMERA: 1.
Page 18: Updating Your Hd Slayer
The standard HD Slayer has a 127° lens, providing a perfect blend of width and depth. For ultra widescreen footage use a 170° lens. Or take a 148°...
Page 19 The recommended media player for MOV files is Apple QuickTime Player. DELETING VIDEO AND PHOTO DATA Data can be deleted either by connecting the HD Slayer to a computer or directly from the camera. TO DELETE DATA FROM THE CAMERA: 1.
Page 20: Faq And Customer Support
FAQ AND CUSTOMER SUPPORT If there is a problem with your HD Slayer first consult the frequently asked questions. This lists the most common problems. If you can not find a solution then first visit the community section of the website at www.reelcameras.com/blog This page is regularly updated with...
Page 21 Clean and dry the surface a surface thoroughly before affixing the mount If you’re question is not answered in the FAQ’s or on the Reel Camera community section of the website, contact the Reel Camera customer service. Reel Cameras, Inc.
Page 22: Technical Data
TECHNICAL INFORMATION Operating Voltage: 5 V (USB) / 3,7 V (LiPo-Battery, 800 mAh) Consumption: 250 – 450 mAh (depending on camera settings) Weight: 77 g, incl. battery Battery: 3,7 V 900 mAh LiPo Sensor: CMOS, 5 MP Lens (exchangeable): 170° > 720p 127°...
Page 23: Important Warning Messages And Safety Advice
– Maintenance work needs to be carried out by skilled customer service employees. DISCLAIMER NOTICE Reel cameras is not liable for any loss of recordings due to malfunction or defects in the device, the storage device, or accessories. WARNING: LI-PO BATTERY Never charge a damaged Li-Po battery pack.
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