CAR AND DRIVER CAD-E4000 Rear Camera Kit User Manual

CAR AND DRIVER CAD-E4000 Rear Camera Kit

Precautions and Notices

• Observe local laws and regulations while using the device.

• Keep the windshield and the Dash Cam lens clean for optimal video quality. If there is a foreign object attached to the lens, this might reduce the quality of the recorded videos.

• Before attaching to your windshield, please check in with your local DMV about traffic laws that dictate the positioning/method of mounting the device.

• Do NOT install the Dash Cam in a location that will obstruct your view of the road while you’re driving.

• Make sure that the lens is within wiping range of your
  windshield wipers to ensure a clear view even when it rains.

• Do not touch the lens with your fingers. Finger grease
  left on the lens will result in unclear videos or snap-shots. Clean the lens on a regular basis.

• Do not install the device on a tinted window. Doing so may damage the tint film. Make sure that the camera’s view is not hindered by a tinted window.

• Do not disassemble this device.

• Do not expose this device to rain or moisture or submerge in water.1

• To prevent damage to your device’s parts or internal circuits, do not use it in excessive heat, dusty, smoky, damp or dirty environments.

• Do not use any corrosive cleaner/oil to clean.

• Keep out of reach of children. It contains small parts which may be a choking hazard.

• Car and Driver is NOT responsible for the loss of any data/content during operation.

• Car and Driver does NOT guarantee recording of accidents where the impact may cause the device to be damaged.

Overview

Note: The CAD-BUC40 rear camera can be sold separately as an accessory for CAD-E4000 Dash Cam.

Mounting and Routing

1. Connect the Power connector of the rear camera power cable to the Rear Camera jack of the CAD-E4000 Dash Cam.
   

2. Route the rear camera’s power cable around the ceiling of your car, or in a gap between the windshield and the interior, etc.

   • Make sure it is placed in a way that does not interfere with driving (See the Fig below). Cable clips can be used to secure the cables out of harms way.
   • Note: You may choose to tuck the cable between the paneling of your windshield and/or your A/B/C-pillar space if available.
   • Make sure that the cable routing does not interfere with your car’s airbags or other safety features.

3. Use provided adhesive tape to mount the rear camera at whichever angle you want to see: (Spot 1: on the rear windshield or Spot 2: above the license plate). See below figure.
   
   Once your CAD-E4000 Dash Cam is powered on, it will automatically provide power to your rear camera.

Settings and Operation

The settings and operations for the Rear Camera will be synchronized with the CAD-E4000, you can record video, take photos, and configure the settings for the rear camera on the CAD-E4000 Dash Cam (Refer to the CAD-E4000 user manual).

Tips:

1. Flip left on the CAD-E4000 Dash Cam display screen to show the Preview display window for the rear camera. Flip left again to maximize the window to full screen. Flip right to hide the window for the rear camera.
2. The recorded clip will be saved as a letter “B” marked file name.
3. It is recommended that you keep your CAD-E4000 Dash Cam firmware up to date with the latest version, for optimal operation of your CAD-BUC40 rear camera. To get the latest firmware updates and installation help, please check our website: https://caranddriverdashcams.com, or scan this QR code:

Specifications

FCC Statement

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.
Warning: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: (1) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. (2) Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. (3) Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. (4) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help.

Notice

Follow local rules and never dispose of the product with normal household waste. Correct disposal of old products helps prevent negative consequences for the environment and human health.

Disclaimer

All information, design and specifications contained in this manual were correct at the time of this publication. As the product goes under continuous upgrades and changes, however, the final device may have slight differences. The contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice, and CAR AND DRIVER will not be liable for any errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing performance or use of this manual.

CAR AND DRIVER® IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF HEARST COMMUNICATION, INC. AND USED UNDER LICENSE BY SUMMIT ELECTRONICS, LLC.©2023 HEARST COMMUNICATION, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED AND ANY USE OF SUCH MARKS BY SUMMIT ELECTRONICS LLC IS UNDER LICENSE. OTHER TRADEMARKS AND TRADE NAMES ARE THOSE OF THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNERS.

SUMMIT ELECTRONICS LLC One Year Limited Warranty

SUMMIT ELECTRONICS LLC LIMITED WARRANTY (“Warranty”) – Before returning your Product for service under this Warranty, please (i) read the instruction manual carefully. If you are still having trouble with your Product, please contact Technical Support at support@summitcegroup.com.
Warning: Some Products may contain components that are small enough to be swallowed. Please keep out of reach of children.
Subject to the terms and conditions herein, SUMMIT ELECTRONICS LLC (hereinafter called “SUMMIT ELECTRONICS LLC”) warrants to the original purchaser of the Product (“Customer”) that for the applicable Warranty Period listed below, the Product will be free from defects in material or workmanship under normal, non-commercial use (“Defects”).
Warranty Period encompasses, as listed below, separate “Coverage Periods” for Parts and Labor, each Coverage Period for one year, to begin from the original date of Customer purchase. If Customer returns a defective Product (or any component thereof) during the applicable Warranty Period, SUMMIT ELECTRONICS LLC will, at its option, during the specified Coverage Periods for Parts and Labor (as applicable) either: (i) repair the Product (or, as applicable, any component thereof) or (ii) replace the Product (or, as applicable, any component thereof) with a new or refurbished Product
(or, as applicable, any component thereof), in either case free of charge to Customer for Parts and/ or Labor (as applicable) during the specified Coverage Period only, and excluding applicable shipping charges (noted below), for which the Customer is responsible. The foregoing states the Customer’s exclusive remedy and SUMMIT ELECTRONICS LLC’s sole liability for breach of the limited warranty contained herein.
This Warranty specifically excludes any Product (or, as applicable, any component thereof) that has been subject to or Defects resulting from: (a) any neglect or misuse by a Customer, an accident, improper application, violation of operating instructions for the product, any other Customer-induced damage, or the alteration or removal of any product serial number: (b) any modification or repair to Product (or, as applicable, any component thereof) by any party other than SUMMIT ELECTRONICS LLC or a party authorized in writing by SUMMIT ELECTRONICS LLC; (c) any damage to Product (or, as applicable, any component thereof) due to power surges, incorrect electrical voltage, misconnection 17 to any device, or malfunction of any device used with the Product (or, as applicable, any component thereof); (d) cosmetic damage to the Product (or, as applicable, any component thereof) caused by normal wear and tear; (e) shipping damage that occurs while the Product is in transit; (f) damage caused by heat sources, sunlight, electromagnetic conditions, or other climatic conditions; or (g) any acts of God.
Product is sold to Customer for personal, non-commercial use only. Product is not warranted for Customer’s commercial or rental use.
In addition, Product is not warranted against failure, and should not be used by Customer for any application where (i) there is a risk that any data stored on Product will be breached or otherwise compromised, or (ii) the data stored on Product is relied upon for medical or lifesaving applications.
SUMMIT ELECTRONICS LLC disclaims any Warranty for any of the foregoing uses to the fullest extent permitted by law. Customer assumes any and all risks associated with such uses of Product and agrees to indemnify SUMMIT ELECTRONICS LLC for any damages claimed against SUMMIT ELECTRONICS LLC for such uses. EXCEPT FOR EXPRESS WARRANTIES STATED ABOVE AND TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BYLAW, THE PRODUCTS ARE PROVIDED “AS IS”, AND SUMMIT ELECTRONICS LLC DISCLAIMS ALLOTHER WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY(I) OF MERCHANTABILITY, (II) OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR (III) OF NON-INFRINGEMENT OF THIRD-PARTY RIGHTS. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT WILL SUMMIT ELECTRONICS LLC BE LIABLE TO CUSTOMER OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY LOST PROFITS OR REVENUES, LOSS OR INACCURACY OF ANY DATA OR COST OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS, REGARDLESS OF THE THEORY OF LIABILITY (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE) AND EVEN IF SUMMIT ELECTRONICS LLC HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES, SUMMIT ELECTRONICS LLC’S AGGREGATE LIABILITY TO CUSTOMER FOR ACTUAL DIRECT DAMAGES FOR ANY CAUSE WHATSOEVER SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE CUMULATIVE PRODUCT FEES PAID BY THAT CUSTOMER FOR THE PRODUCT CAUSING THE DAMAGES, IF ANY. This Warranty gives Customer specifics rights, and Customer may also have other rights that vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. To obtain Warranty service, Customer must email SUMMIT ELECTRONICS LLC Technical Support prior to making a Product return. Customer must include with Product return the following items (failure to enclose any of these items may result in a delay in the processing of your Warranty claim): (i) a dated sales receipt that indicates the place of purchase, model number of Product, and amount paid; (ii) a detailed description of Customer’s problem with Product; (iii) Customer’s full name, phone number, and return address, and; (iv) a money order made out to SUMMIT ELECTRONICS LLC Electronics Corporation to cover return shipping charges to US destinations only, for the applicable dollar amount shown for the Product in the table above. SUMMIT ELECTRONICS LLC will not make return shipments to a P.O. Box. For shipping to international addresses, actual freight will be charged to Customer. Return your Product freight prepaid in its original packaging, or packaging that affords an equal measure of protection. Please allow 4 to 6 weeks for the processing of  your claim (6 to 8 weeks from November to February).
You must email SUMMIT ELECTRONICS LLC Technical Support prior to making a return.
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Documents / Resources

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References

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