LawMate PV-RC200HDW Key Fob Wi-Fi DVR User Manual
- June 13, 2024
- LawMate
Table of Contents
LawMate PV-RC200HDW Key Fob Wi-Fi DVR
Names and parts
- Power on /Record button
- 2. Power off button
- 3. Wifi on / off button
- 4. 5MP Camera
- 5. Default key
- 6. Rear cover
- 7. LED indicators
- Blue – power on
- Purple – recording on
- Green – charging
- Orange – Wi-Fi
- 8. Reset key
- 9. Vibration Switch
Package Content
Vibration Alert
- Power on / off – 1 long vibration
- Rec on – 1 long vibration
- Wi-Fi on – 1 long vibration
- Wi-Fi off – 2 short vibrations
Turn on Wi-Fi while recording – 2 long vibrations Turn off Wi-Fi while recording- 2 short and 1 long vibration
Charge the battery & Insert memory card
Remove the rear cover of the device, plug the micro USB end of cable into and plug the10 other end into the computer or other USB power source. After charging is complete, insert the memory card into 11 . Then the device will be ready for further operations.
- Solid green LED – the device is charging.
- Green LED goes off – the device is full charged.
Note: Device can’t be powered on, if no memory card is inserted into the device.
Format memory card
- With gold contact facing up, insert the memory card into
- Press to power on the device.
- Hold first, press for two seconds, wait until you see the purple blinking LED, then release both.
- Solid blue LED – the device is powered on.
- Purple LED blinks for five times – the memory card is being formatted.
- All lights go off with one vibration – the formatting is completed.
Note: To make sure the memory card can be read by the computer, please format the memory card before using it for the first time. Also, please note that formatting on computer is highly not recommended, for it might result in the failure of formatting.
Date and time setting (for Windows system)
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From the desktop right-click to open Notepad, create a text file named settime.txt
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On the first line of the file, enter date and time informaiton as year.month.day hours.minutes.seconds For example, suppose the time is October 16, 2015 15:00. Then, please enter 2015.10.16 15:00:00
Note : There should be a space left between day and hours, and the time format should be the 24-hour format. -
Save the file to the root directory of the memory card.
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Insert the memory card into the slot, and power on the device. The date and time setting is now completed.
Note : When the date and time setting is completed. The settime.txt file will not be visible when you connect the device to the computer again.
Operation
- Power on: Press once.
- Recording: With device powered on, press again to start or stop recording.
- Vibration: Switch to the left to turn off, or right to turn on.
- Wi-Fi: With device powered on, press to turn on/off Wi-Fi.
- Power off: With no ongoing recording, press .
- Reset: When the device functions abnormally, press .
- Restore default Wi-Fi password and SSID: Long pres s for 4 seconds, and release.
- Restore all default settings: Press for 10 s econds, and release.
- Solid blue LED – power on
- Solid purple LED – recording on
- Blinking orange LED – device is searching for Wi-fi connection.
- Solid orange LED – device is successfully connected to Wi-fi.
Download videos and photos from DVR Knowing that all video files are stored in the memory card, you have two ways to download the files.
- Use a memory card reader to transfer datas from the card to the computer.
- Or, connect the device to the computer with memory card inserted. Turn on the device and it will work as a flash drive.
9. Rename the device Wi-Fi SSID
To change the default SSID name, right-click on Windows desktop. Creat a Notepad *.txt (text) file and name it as setSSID.txt. Enter your new SSID name on the first line of the file, save it to the root directory of memory card, and insert the card back to the device. Lastly, power on the device. Note: SSID name must be started with PV and followed by 6 ~ 14 characters of numbers or alphabets (e.g. PV123abc).
Others
- Device will automatically shut down after 3 minutes of no operation.
- With no memory card inserted, the device can work as a web camera when it’s connecte to computer by USB cable.
FAQs
What is the LawMate PV-RC200HDW Key Fob Wi-Fi DVR?
The LawMate PV-RC200HDW is a covert camera and DVR device designed to look like a key fob. It offers 1080P (1920 x 1080) video recording capabilities along with various features for discreet surveillance.
What is the video resolution of the LawMate PV-RC200HDW?
The LawMate PV-RC200HDW records video at a resolution of 1080P (1920 x 1080) at 30 frames per second (fps).
What is the photo resolution of this device?
The photo resolution of the LawMate PV-RC200HDW is 5MP.
What is the storage capacity for this device?
This device supports micro SD cards with a storage capacity of up to 128GB SDXC.
What is the field of view provided by the camera?
The camera has a field of view of 66 degrees, allowing you to capture a wide area.
How long can it operate on a single charge?
The LawMate PV-RC200HDW provides approximately 65 minutes of runtime on a single charge.
What type of sensor does this device use?
This device utilizes a 1/3-inch progressive CMOS sensor.
What is the weight of the LawMate PV-RC200HDW Key Fob Wi-Fi DVR?
The device weighs approximately 0.56 lbs (around 254 grams).
How do I transfer recorded videos and photos to my computer?
You can transfer recorded files to your computer by connecting the device via USB or by removing the micro SD card and using a card reader. Consult the user manual for specific instructions on file transfer.
Can I use the LawMate PV-RC200HDW as a regular key fob for my car or home?
No, this device is designed solely for surveillance and recording purposes. It does not function as a functional key fob for vehicles or homes.
Is the recorded video and audio quality good for surveillance purposes?
The device offers 1080P video resolution and 5MP photo resolution, which should provide good quality for surveillance needs. However, the actual quality can also depend on lighting conditions and other factors.
How do I change the date and time settings for the device?
You can adjust date and time settings through the device's interface. Refer to the user manual for step-by-step instructions on how to change these settings.
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