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Thank you for purchasing Naito V2 GPS The Naito V2 GPS is a state-of-the-art ultra compact DashCam featuring full HD 1080 video, Loop Recording, Motion Detection, G-Sensor and GPS. Please read this manual carefully before using the product. » Motorcams Ltd retains all rights to this manual in accordance with copy right laws.
Safety Instructions This manual covers what should be done to protect the user’s safety and prevent property damage. Please make sure to read these safety instructions before using the product. Do not disassemble, repair and/or alter the product. This may cause a fire, an electric shock and/or malfunction. Contact the service center if you need to have the product fixed. User may not be entitled to free service if and when product malfunction is caused by user’s fault.
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Drastic changes in brightness (on entry/exit of tunnels), strong backlight in the daytime, and no light source at night may result in diminished video quality. Excessively tinted windscreens may cause recorded images to look blurry or distorted. Installation Cautions » Installing or operating the device while driving may cause an accident. Only install and/ or operate the device while the vehicle is not in motion. » If the cigarette lighter receptacle emits fumes or a funny smell, stop using the product immediately and contact us or one of our dealerships. » Dust and dirt build-up in the cigarette lighter receptacle may cause heat or a fire. Clean it on a regular basis. » We do not take any responsibility for malfunction, injuries or damage to the product caused by inappropriate use. Page 5...
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Memory Card Cautions » Do not forcefully remove the SD card while the product is in recording mode. Be sure to turn off the camera before removing the SD card. » Formatting the SD Card Formatting the SD card on a regular basis can help prevent potential read-write errors and corrupted files. » The maximum lifespan of a SD card is six months. We are not liable for any SD card errors after this period. » Be sure to back up your recorded videos using an additional storage device. » Format the SD card by using the camera’s format function found in the settings menu. Select “YES” when prompted. » Always use SD cards recommended by our company. We are not responsible for any issues caused by using an incompatible SD card. Page 6...
Whats Included? Main Unit Car Charger USB-cable AV-cable GPS Unit Software » Check to make sure all the components above are included. » Components may be changed without notice to improve product functionality and/or quality. » Original Naito components are recommended. The use of third party components may restrict warranty. » All Naito units come with a pre-installed 8GB memory card. Page 7...
Product Features • High-definition Video: Naito uses high quality megapixel lenses, which produce clear and sharp im- ages even at night. • GPS: The GPS module records speed and location data and is integrated in the mounting bracket. In order for the GPS to work correctly you must do the following: > Please make sure the car charger is connected to the USB port on the mounting __bracket and NOT to the port on the camera body. > In the GPS menu check that GPS is set to ON and GPS Location is set to ON The GPS icon in the bottom left corner of the screen will turn green when the GPS is receiving a signal. To play back video with GPS data use the “Registrator Viewer” application available here: http://dashcams.co.uk/downloads/ Page 8...
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• G-Sensor: When the camera detects gravity acceleration of 2G or more the current file will automatically be protected from being overwritten by the Loop Record function. When browsing videos on the camera the protected files will be distinguishable by a little padlock icon. When viewing video on a PC the protected files will have names that start with “EMG_” • Time Stamp: Date and time can be embedded in the video with the “Date Stamp” function in the setting menu. • Anti-Shake: Naito’s anti-shaking technology ensures stable images. Page 9...
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• Night Vision: Naito uses an extremely light sensitive image sensor to ensure clear images at night. • USB/HDMI: The camera connects to a computer via USB and to a TV/Monitor via HDMI. • Motion Detection: With Motion Detection enabled function turned on (settings menu) the camera will start recording when it detects motion in front of the car while parked. NOTE: This function requires hard wiring the camera into the car’s fuse box. Page 10...
Installing the Camera » We recommend installing the camera behind the rear view mirror to avoid obstructing the driver’s view. » Make sure the surface is clean and dry in the installation area. Remove the red film from the adhesive mount. Position the camera on the windshield with the lens pointing forwards and adjust the angle by rotating the camera body. Page 11...
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» Plug the power cable into the USB port on the mounting bracket. Route the cable neatly around the edge of the windshield by tucking it into any available gap in rubber seal, roof liner etc. Continue around the dashboard towards the 12/24v socket. » Turn on the ignition. The camera should power up and start recording automatically. Page 12...
Operating Instructions Menu Navigation From the Video Recording Mode (default on start up) press and hold the OK button to enter the Settings menu. Navigate the menu with the UP and DOWN buttons and press and hold the POWER button for 2 seconds to enter/exit sub-menus and selecting options. Press and hold the OK button for 2 seconds to access each of the remaining settings tabs. NOTE: The settings menu can not be accessed while the camera is recording. Press and hold POWER for 1 second to stop the recording then proceed as described above Sub-Menu Description Function Video Settings Tab1 Resolution 1920x1080 30fps 16:9 / Sets the video resolution 1440x1080 30fps 16:9 / 1280x720 30fps 16:9 / 848x480 60fps 16:9 / 848x480 30fps 16:9 / 640x480 30fps 4:3 Page 15...
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Sub-menu Description Function Quality Super Fine, Fine, Normal Video Quality Setting Recycle Recording OFF / 1m / 2m / 3m / 4m / 5m The length of the file segments Off Delay OFF, 10s, 1m, 10m, 20m Delay between turning the iginition off/unplugging the charger until the camera powers down from recording mode Audio Record ON, OFF Turn MIC ON/OFF Motion Detection ON, OFF ON/OFF...
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Sub-Menu Description Function Video Settings Tab2 Flicker Auto, 50Hz, 60Hz Sets the flicker frequency AE (Auto Exposure) Auto, Night Scene 1, Sports, Auto exposure settings Landscape, Portrait, Sunset, Sand, Skin, Spotlight, Water WB (White Balance) Auto, Incandescent, D4000, Adjusts the white balance D5000, Sunny, Cloudy DE (Digital Effect) OFF, Art, Sepia, Negative, Choose to apply a digital visual Black/White, Vivid effect to the recording Contrast Standard, Hard, Soft Adjusts contrast Sharpness Standard, Hard, Soft Adjusts Sharpness AE Meter Center, Average, Spot Auto Exposure meter settings AE ISO Auto, 100, 200, 400 Auto Exposure ISO settings Page 17...
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Sub-menu Description Function General Settings Tab Language English, Simp Chinese, Selects operating language Russian, Trad Chinese Time Setup Year, Months, Day, Hour, Set time and date for the unit Minute Format SD Card Yes, No Formats the memory card. Default Settings Yes, No (Confirm with OK) Revert to factory default settings LCD Control Brightness, Contrast, Color Controls built-in display Balance, response Stamp Off, Date, Time, Date/Time Embed time, date or both Volume 0(Mute), 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, Adjusts the speaker volume...
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Sub-menu Description Function Auto LCD Off Off, 1 min, 3 min, 5 min Sets the delay before the screen turns itself of while recording Version (Firmware) Displays the firmware version GPS Settings Tab Time Zone MGT +/- 12 hours Sets the time zone On, Off Activates the GPS module Page 20...
Operating Modes 1. Video Mode ...The camera defaults to Video Mode when switched on manually or connected to the car charger and will start recording automatically. Press and hold POWER for 1 second to stop/ start recording manually. A flashing red icon in the upper left hand corner of the screen and a flashing blue led indicator on the camera body indicates that the camera is recording. When the camera is connected to the 12/24V car charger it will shut off automatically after you turn off the ignition or unplug the charger. Emergency function. While in record mode click the the OK button once to manually “protect” a file from being overwritten by the Loop Record function. 2. Photo Mode Use the Up/Down buttons to zoom in/out Press and hold POWER for 1 second to take a still photo Press and hold the OK button to enter the photo specific settings menu Page 21...
3. Media Mode Use the UP/DOWN buttons to navigate video and photo files. Select a file by pressing and holding POWER for 1 second. Press and hold POWER for 1 second again to start/pause video or view photos (slide shows). Press and hold the OK to access the media mode spe- cific settings menu where you can delete a file or all files and select playback options. • Connectng the Camera to a Computer Press the OK button once and the PC will detect the camera as a storage device. Go to My Computer->Removable disk->DCIM where you will find all the files currently on the memory card. • Charging the Battery When attached to the car charger the camera will charge the battery while operating normally. The camera will also charge the battery when connected to a computer via • Reset Reset the unit to the factory default settings by selecting “Default Settings” under the General Settings Tab in the menu and confirm as instructed. Page 22...
• Connecting the Camera to a Computer There are 3 different ways you can access video recorded with the X2 GPS 1. Directly from the SD card Eject the SD Card by gently pushing it in with your nail until you hear a click. The card will pop out slightly allowing it to be easily removed. Use any Micro SD compatible card reader to access the data. The video files (.mov) are located inside the DCIM/101MEDIA/ folder on the card. 2. Via USB Connect the camera to the computer with the included USB cable. Select “Mass Storage” on the camera screen and click OK. The camera will connect as a standard USB device. The video files (.mov) are located inside the DCIM/101MEDIA/ folder on the device. 3. On the Camera Screen Press the OK button 2 times in succession to access Preview Mode (Indicated by 2 green arrows at the bottom of the screen) Use the UP/DOWN buttons to navigate through the files and press and hold(1 sec) the POWER button to select a file. Press and hold POWER again to Play/Pause videos or view Photos. Page 23...
Viewing Software To view Video and GPS data we recommend that you use DATAKAM Registrator Viewer which can be found on the included disc. The software does not require installation. Simply copy RegistratorViewer.exe to your desktop and double click to run it. Page 24...
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Registrator Viewer provides a wealth of information at a single glance including video footage, real time display of speed and location as well as graphic presentation of data such as speed and G-sensor values. • Opening Files Add files to your playlist by clicking the green plus icon located directly underneath the map window on the left. Navigate to the DCIM/101MEDIA/ folder and select all the files with ctrl+A, then click ‘Open’. The files will appear in the playlist at the bottom right of the window. Double click on a file in the list to start playback. To change from Kph to Mph got to view->Measurement and choose ‘British system (feet, miles)’ A more in-depth guide can be found on the included disc. Page 25...
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