> Contents Introduction to the Manual Setting the Shooting Setting the Movie Shooting Option Option Safety Precautions Setting the Photo Shooting Features Option Getting Started Checking the Components Playback Screen View Understanding the Part Name Playback on the LCD and Function Sending Files to a PC Assembling the LCD Playback on a TV...
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> Safety Precautions The purpose of these cautions is to maintain user safety and avoid damage to property. Please make sure to read through this manual so as to use the product in the correct way. DANGER Death or property damage can be caused for users if the following directions are not followed: y Do not disassemble, repair, or modify the product yourself.
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WARNING Death or serious injury can be caused for users if the following directions are not followed: y Do not leave the product where infants, children, or pets can reach it. y Do not cover the product with any material. They might swallow small components, or their saliva could get into it It can cause external deformation of the product or fire.
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CAUTION Injury or property damage can be caused for users if the following directions are not followed: y Do not spray cleaning products directly onto the outside of the product. y Do not remove the microSD card while it is saving or reading data. It can cause discoloration, cracks, or malfunction.
> Features SONY Exmor CMOS Sensor Full HD ultra-high quality SONY image sensor with a high resolution that allows Full HD (1920x1080) 60 Fps ultra-high quality video daytime/nighttime shooting and underwater shooting recording Waterproof housing Speed shooting mode Waterproof housing that is fully waterproof up to 50 m Speed shooting mode for super slow motion that you can depth, and protecting the camera never experience on a general shooting mode (HD:120fps,...
> Getting Started I Checking the Components After purchasing the camera, open the box and check the following components. USB cable Battery Camera Tape for square mount Pouch BLACKVUE SPORT I SC500 9...
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Accessories (Sold separately) Battery charger Power adaptor Memory card Waterproof housing Square mount Note y The image of each component or accessory may differ from the ac- tual component or accessory. y To enhance the performance of the product, the components of this product may be changed without prior notice.
I Understanding the Part Name and Function Check the name and function of each part first before using the camera. Shutter/Select button LED indicators Speaker Battery slot cover •VIDEO •PHOTO •HIGH SPEED •WiFi USB, HDMI output LCD connection Wi-Fi button terminal and terminal LED Indicators...
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Item Description Item Description Shooting mode: Start/End shooting VIDEO Blue: Movie/Time Lapse mode Playback mode PHOTO Blue: Photo shooting mode • Thumbnail view: Select a file HIGH SPEED Blue: High speed shooting mode • Playback or Pause Setting mode : Select a menu or setting item Blue: Wi-Fi power on Wi-Fi Off: Wi-Fi power off Wi-Fi On/Off: Long press...
I Assembling the LCD You can check the shooting scene, play back a file, or set the camera and shooting environments by mounting the LCD component to the camera. Name of each part in the LCD Assembling the LCD LCD power button Align the assembly groove on the LCD with the right end of the camera, and insert the connection terminal of the...
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Removing the LCD Remove the LCD by pulling the part marked with an arrow firmly upwards. Note After assembling the LCD, turn on the camera and check the LCD operates normally. If the LCD screen does not turn on, turn off the camera and assemble the LCD again using the method specified on the previous page.
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I Inserting/Removing the Memory Card Inserting the memory card Close the cover of the memory Open the cover of the memory card slot. card slot. Removing the memory card Insert the memory card with the metallic terminal to the left. Press the memory card in lightly, and when the top emerges part way, pull it out completely.
I Inserting/Removing the Battery Inserting the battery Close the battery cover. Open the battery cover. Removing the Battery Insert the batteries. Remove the battery by holding and lifting the plastic handle on the opposite side of the metallic terminal. BLACKVUE SPORT I SC500 �6 I SC500 �6...
I Charging the Battery Charge the battery completely when using the camera for the first time after purchasing it. Charging by connecting to a PC Charging by Connecting the Battery Charger (not supplied) (Not supplied) Charging by Connecting to the Power Adaptor (not supplied) LED Indicators • Charging in progress : Red •...
I Screen View Movie shooting screen Name Name Movie mode Voice record Resolution/FPS Date Quality Battery level White balance Wi-Fi Memory display Time lapse Note The screen of the product may be different from the real one. BLACKVUE SPORT I SC500 �8 I SC500 �8...
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Photo shooting screen High-speed shooting screen Name Name Name Name High-speed shooting mode Date Photo shooting mode Date Resolution/FPS Battery level Resolution Battery level Quality Wi-Fi Quality Wi-Fi White balance Memory display White balance Memory display Self timer BLACKVUE SPORT I SC500 �9 I SC500 �9 Burst...
> Shooting I Utilizing the Camera You can capture dynamic moments with the camera using various accessories. Application examples You can capture the surrounding You can easily capture exciting scenery safely while driving a moments when flying using the bicycle, motor cycle or car by optional accessories.
I Turning on the Power I Shooting Movies In movie mode, you can take a movie at a resolution up to Full HD (1920 x 1080). After charging the battery, press and hold down until the camera turns A movie at Full HD resolution (1920 x 1080) can be taken at a speed of 60 or 30 cuts per second for up to 2 hours, and the movie is saved in MP4 format.
I Using the high speed shooting mode I Taking Photos Setting the high speed shooting mode allows you to take a movie at a speed You can shoot a desired scene, object, or person conveniently and take faster than 120 frames per second. This mode is suitable for capturing an Photos of various feelings by setting the shooting options.
> Setting the Shooting Option I Setting the Movie Shooting Option Shooting setting option Mode Menu Setting value Mode Menu Setting value 60 Sec. (1 Min.) 1080P @ 60 fps Time lapse 300 Sec. (5 Min.) 1080P @ 30 fps 600 Sec.
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Setting Screen Setting the voice recording You can record and save voice as a file or add a voice memo to a photo. Press to select and press Select and press Voice-record Press to select the menu and press Press to select the voice recording option.
Resolution setting In the movie mode, you can set the resolution for shooting to HD resolution Icon Description (1920 x 720) and SD resolution (640 x 480). You can shoot video up to 2GB at a time, and the shooting is continue even if exceeds 2GB. When the storage 1920 x 1080(60 fps) capacity for the memory card exceeds the limit, the shooting automatically stops.
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Setting the time lapse Setting the high-speed shooting mode When you set the shooting interval, you can record the movement of an Setting the high speed shooting mode allows you to take a movie at a speed object which requires long-time shooting within a short period of time. It is faster than 24 frames per second.
I Setting the Photo Shooting Option Resolution setting Icon Description If the resolution of a photo is high, the subject is expressed more precisely, 12M (4000 x 3000 4:3) so it is suitable for printing or playing the enlarged photo. On the other hand, the file size becomes larger, so select the resolution properly according 8.5M (3648 x 2432 3:2) to the purpose.
> Playback I Screen View Photo view screen Thumbnail view screen Name Name Name Name Playback display icon Number of all photos/movies Photo/Video select icon Thumbnail icon Memory-Number of Photo/Video select icon captured photos and Play/Stop icon Memory-Current file number movies Recycle bin icon OK icon...
Movie playback screen I Playback on the LCD You can see the saved photo or movie immediately. While the camera is turned off, connect the LCD to the camera. (Refer to 13 page) Turn the camera on. Press to select Press to enter the photo/video list.
I Sending Files to a PC I Playback on a TV When you connect the camera to a PC,the PC recognizes the camera as an You can watch photos and movies through the TV screen by connecting the external hard disk, allowing you to send files saved in the camera to the PC. camera to an HDTV using the HDMI cable.
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Touch the Wi-Fi button of BLACKVUE SPORT App. > Using the BLACKVUE SPORT APP blackvue (Eg: SC500) Select a list of devices to connect and enter the password. Tap the OK button to connect it to the selected device. You can control or manage the camera from a wireless device (smartphone Wi-Fi SSID can be changed from the App Settings.
I Screen View Descriptions Descriptions Shoots a movie or take a Moves to the Home screen. picture. Moves to the internal Watches the shooting memory. screen in real time. Displays the captured Moves to the list of movies/ screen in real time. pictures.
Setting Option I Changing the Setting Option Mode Menu Setting Option BlackVue Sport SETTINGS App Settings Camera Press ▶ ▶ Always use BlackVue S player Settings to access the setting screen. App Settings Select a desired setting menu, and select the setting to change. Enable Wi-Fi Strength Monitor Save and Close Press...
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Mode Menu Setting Option Mode Menu Setting Option Resolution Date/Time Image Quality Wi-Fi Photo Settings Burst Shot Voice Record Camera Self Timer Volume Camera Settings Other Settings Settings High Speed Shooting Settings Resolution/FPS Automatic Recovery White balance Auto Power Off Image Settings Default Setting Format...
I Playing Movies/Photos I Moving files BlackVue Sport List 100BVSCM BlackVue Sport List 100BVSCM Press Press ▶ ▶ ▶ ▶ Select a desired file, and press and hold down the file until the menu is displayed. Copy to Internal Storage Press to move the selected file to the internal memory.
I Managing the internal memory Internal Memory Press Cancel : Returns to the previous screen. Copy : Copies the selected video/photo. Select a desired file, and press and hold down the file until the menu is displayed. : Cuts the selected video/photo. YouTube Sharing : Shares the selected video/photo through Press each menu to edit the selected file.
Detach the microSD card from the microSD card reader, and insert I Firmware Upgrade the microSD card into the camera. You can upgrade the firmware version by saving the firmware to a microSD card and connecting the microSD card into the PC. Access the BLACKVUE SPORT web site (www.blackvuesport.com) and download the firmware upgrade file.
> Product Specifications To enhance the performance of the product, the product specifications may be changed without prior notice. Model SC500 Rechargeable 1050mAh Type Li-ion Polymer Battery Pixel 12 Mega Pixel Operating Angle of View Opposite Angle 157˚ time may vary Battery 1080p 60/30fps : 2 hours Camera...
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Android 2.3 or Format JPEG Software BLACKVUE SPORT APP later, iOS 5.0 or later 12M (4000x3000 4:3) Photo 8.5M (3648x2432 3:2) Degree IP68 Resolution 7.2M (3648x2052 16:9) Depth Rate 50m / 164ft 0.3M (640x480 4:3) Frontcase (basic) High Speed 720p 120fps Resolution/FPS Waterproof Shooting...
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FCC Compliance Information (FCC ID: YCK-SC500) THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. Operation is subject to the following two conditions; (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. CAUTION : Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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Name Ι Blackvue Sport Manufacturer Ι Pittasoft Co.,Ltd. / South Korea Address Ι BYC HIGH CITY A-7th floor, 371-17 Gasan-Dong, Geumcheon-Gu, Seoul, 153-718 Republic of Korea E-mail Ι sales@pittasoft.com Service Center Ι +82.2.6947.4670(ext.3)
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