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  • Page 1 MiVue 6 Series User Manual...
  • Page 2 * 658 WIFI model...
  • Page 3 Connect with us @MagellanGPS Magellan Take-Back Program Magellan’s Take-Back Program provides a way for consumers to recycle certain Magellan equipment. As part of this program, all Magellan GPS models will be accepted. Visit magellanGPS.com for more information.
  • Page 4 The driver should enter data or program the centimeters between the radiator and your body. Magellan receiver only when the vehicle is stopped. Only a vehicle passenger should enter data or Wi-Fi 5G Band 1 is for indoor use only.

  • Page 5: Getting To Know The Recorder

    Getting to know the recorder Note: The screenshots and other presentations shown in this manual may differ from the screens and presentations generated by the actual product. Power button Camera lens Device mount Speaker System indicator (LED 1) Parking indicator (LED 2) Event/Share* button Memory card slot(s) * The "Share"...

  • Page 6: Event/Share Button

    Power key Once the vehicle engine is started, the recorder automatically turns on. By default, the recording will start right after the recorder turns on. You can do the following using the Power key: ƒ To manually turn the recorder on and off, press and hold the Power key for 2 seconds.

  • Page 7: Using The Touch Screen

    Using the touch screen To operate your recorder, touch the screen with your fingertip. The device provides the control buttons and system icons on the screen. Depending on your settings and usage, the displayed buttons and icons may be different to provide various function and information of your device.

  • Page 8: Inserting A Memory Card

    ƒ Use a Class 10 memory card with at least 8GB capacity. The recorder supports memory cards with up to 128GB capacity. ƒ Magellan does not guarantee the product’s compatibility with memory cards from all manufacturers. ƒ Before you start recording, please format the memory card to avoid malfunc- tion caused by files not created by the recorder.

  • Page 9: Using Your Recorder In A Vehicle

    Using your recorder in a vehicle 1. Follow the instructions below to mount your recorder in a vehicle securely. 2. Connect the car charger to the vehicle power plug. Route the cables through the top ceiling and the A-pillar so that it does not interfere with driving.
  • Page 10 3. When adjusting the angle of mounting, make sure that the camera’s view is parallel with the level ground, and you see the entire road on the screen. NOTE: ƒ To ensure the highest quality recordings, you are advised to place the recorder near the rear view mirror.

  • Page 11: Connecting To External Devices

    Connecting to external devices Connecting to your computer You can connect the recorder to your computer to access data on the memory card. The Mini-USB connector is located on the back of the device. Follow the instructions below to connect the recorder to the computer via the USB cable (not supplied). Restarting the recorder Occasionally you may need to perform a hardware reset when the recorder stops responding or if it appears to be “frozen”...

  • Page 12: Operating Basics

    Operating basics Turning the recorder on Complete the installation according to the instructions in the “Using your recorder in a vehicle” section. Once the vehicle engine is started the recorder automatically turns on. Setting the date and time To make sure of the correct date and time for your recordings, please check the date and time settings before you begin recording.
  • Page 13 Magellan MiVue app onto your smartphone. Search for, download and install the app onto your smartphone. Follow the steps below to build the wireless connection between the recorder and your smartphone: 1. When you use the smartphone* to connect for the first time, turn WLAN on from the phone's Settings menu.

  • Page 14: Recording In Driving Mode

    Recording in driving mode Continuous recording By default the system will automatically begin with continuous recording in a few seconds after start up. The recording may be divided into several video clips; record- ing will not stop between video clips. ƒ...

  • Page 15: Camera Mode

    ƒ Before enabling Park mode please check your device memory storage allocation. Go to > > > > to set a proper allocation for parking recording. Changing the allocation will erase the memory card so save any videos or photos to your computer first.

  • Page 16: Playback Mode

    Playback mode To select a video or photo for playback: 1. Tap > and select the desired type. The types include: (Video), (Event), (Parking) and (Photo). 2. Tap to browse the list. 3. Tap the desired file to start playback. 4.

  • Page 17: System Settings

    System settings The Menu screen to access the Menu screen. Button Description Plays the recorded videos and photos. File For more information on playback see the "Playback mode" Playback section. Camera Tap to enter Camera mode. Sets if you want to include sounds in the recordings. The Sound Recording default setting is On.
  • Page 18 Parking Mode - Detection: When enabled the recorder will automatically start recording when it detects movements or if an event happens in Parking mode. - Detection Method: The options are G-Sensor, Motion and Both. - Auto Entry: Sets the mode (Low, Medium, High or Manual) for the system to enter Parking mode automatically.
  • Page 19 System - GPS Status: Displays the status of GPS/GLONASS signal reception. - Date/Time: Sets the system date and time. For more information see the "Set- ting the date and time" section. - Beep Alert: Enables or disables system notification sounds. - Volume: Adjusts the volume level.

  • Page 20: Installing Mivue Manager

    MiVue Manager MiVue Manager is a tool for you to view the videos recorded on a MiVue recorder. Not all features are available for every model. IMPORTANT! Your computer needs MOV and AVI codecs to play the recording files. Please visit www.MagellanGPS.com to install the required codecs. Not all features are available for every model.
  • Page 21 Minimize Maximize Exit Calendar Video playback screen File type Playback controls File list Dashboard G sensor chart screen NOTE: ƒ The Map screen may not appear when the computer is not connected to the Internet or when your MiVue model records without the GPS function. ƒ...
  • Page 22 ƒ You can choose the file type to display: Event (emergency event recordings); or/and Normal (continuous recordings); or/and Parking (parking recordings). ƒ To display all files in the current folder, click All. To return to the calendar view, click Calendar. You can also click on the upper-left corner to select the...
  • Page 23 6. During playback, you can check more driving information from the dashboard panel and the G sensor chart that are displayed below the video playback screen. ƒ On the dashboard panel, click to display the map screen*. ƒ G sensor chart displays data in 3-axis waveform about the car’s shift forward/ backward (X), to the right/left (Y) and upward/downward (Z).

  • Page 24: Caring For Your Device

    For more information Caring for your device Taking good care of your device will ensure trouble-free operation and reduce the risk of damage. ƒ Keep your device away from excessive moisture and extreme temperatures. ƒ Avoid exposing your device to direct sunlight or strong ultraviolet light for extended periods of time.

  • Page 25: Precautions And Notices

    unattended vehicle. ƒ Overheating may damage the device. Precautions and notices ƒ For your own safety, do not operate the controls of the product while driving. ƒ A window mount is needed when using the recorder in a car. Make sure that you place the recorder in an appropriate place, so as not to obstruct the driver’s view or deployment of airbags.
  • Page 26 ƒ Do not use the charger if the cord becomes damaged. ƒ Do not attempt to service the unit. There are no serviceable parts inside. Replace the unit if it is damaged or exposed to excess moisture. About the battery CAUTION! This unit contains a non-replaceable internal Lithium Ion battery.
  • Page 27 CONSUMER PURCHASER OF THIS PRODUCT. The purchaser must return the product postpaid with (b) In the event of a defect, Magellan will, at its a copy of the original sales receipt, purchaser’s return discretion, repair or replace the hardware product with...
  • Page 28 VARY FROM LOCALITY TO LOCALITY AND CERTAIN the receiver that may be required due to any change LIMITATIONS CONTAINED IN THIS WARRANTY MAY in the GPS. (Note: Magellan GPS receivers use GPS NOT APPLY TO YOU. or GPS+GLONASS to obtain position, velocity and time (b) If any part of this limited warranty is held to be information.
  • Page 29 Need Technical Support? If you need technical support for your Magellan receiver you should first go to www.magellangps.com/support for answers to most questions. If you can’t find a solution there, you can contact Magellan Technical Support directly by e-mail at support.us@cs.magellangps.com...

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