kogan com KADCAMG98A 4K Car Dash Camera User Guide
- June 15, 2024
- Kogan com
Table of Contents
kogan com KADCAMG98A 4K Car Dash Camera
Product Information
- Specifications
- Model: KADCAMG98A
- Components:
- A Dashcam
- B Dual USB car charger
- C Mount
- D Power cord
- E Trim removal tool
- F Electrostatic sticker (x2)
- G Adhesive sticker (x2) (x1 pre-applied to the mount)
- H User guide
Product Usage Instructions
- Setup and Install
- Install the dash camera near the center of the front windshield.
- Peel the adhesive sticker from the base of the dash camera, then stick the mount onto the dash camera.
- Attach the mount onto the electrostatic sticker on the front windshield.
- Connect the Mini USB end of the power cord into the power port of the dash camera, then connect the other end into the dual USB car charger.
- Plug the dual USB car charger into the vehicle’s 12V socket to charge.
- App Installation
- Download the RoadCam app from either the App Store (Apple) or the Google Play Store (Android).
- Press and hold the power/OK button to turn on the dash camera.
- Turn on the Wi-Fi on your mobile device, then enter the Wi-Fi settings.
- Search for the ‘AP_WIFI’ network and tap to connect (password: 12345678). This Wi-Fi network does not have internet access.
- If your mobile device prompts a warning regarding no internet access on the Wi-Fi network, tap ‘Connect’.
- Ensure the Wi-Fi network is connected, then open the Roadcam app.
- This will open to the home screen and the Wi-Fi network should be displayed. Tap the orange icon to open the main interface.
- Operation
- Powering: Press and hold the power/OK button to turn the dash camera on/off. When connected to the Roadcam app, the dash cam will be continually recording footage.
- App Main Interface: Displays the current camera view. Tap to record and stop recording footage. Tap to view photos. Tap to take a photo. Tap to view and adjust the settings of the camera/app. It is not recommended to change the settings if there is no need. Tap to exit back to the home screen.
- GPS: This dash camera has an in-built GPS function to track the vehicle’s location as it records footage/takes photos. When the dash camera is turned on, wait for a few minutes until the satellite icon changes from white to green. Once it turns green, it confirms the GPS is working normally. Note: If there is thick cloud cover, or the vehicle is underground or near densely packed buildings, the dash camera may have a weak GPS signal and be unable to locate your vehicle.
- Menu/Mode button: Press the menu/mode button to access the feature and system menus. Press and hold the menu/mode button to enter photo mode. The mode allows users to capture photos of the camera’s current view.
- FAQ
- Q: How do I install the dash camera?
- A: Follow the setup and install instructions provided in the user manual. It is recommended to locate the dash camera near the center of the front windshield.
- Q: How do I download and install the RoadCam app?
- A: Depending on your platform, download the RoadCam app from either the App Store (Apple) or the Google Play Store (Android).
- Q: How do I connect my mobile device to the dash camera via Wi-Fi?
- A: Turn on the Wi-Fi on your mobile device, then enter the Wi-Fi settings. Search for the ‘AP_WIFI’ network and tap to connect (password: 12345678). This Wi-Fi network does not have internet access.
- Q: How do I know if the GPS is working?
- A: When the dash camera is turned on, wait for a few minutes until the satellite icon changes from white to green. Once it turns green, it confirms the GPS is working normally. Note that thick cloud cover, being underground, or being near densely packed buildings may result in a weak GPS signal.
COMPONENTS
OVERVIEW
Front view
- Power/OK button
- Menu/Mode button
- Up/Lock button
- Down/Record button
- Replay button
- Power port
- MicroSD card slot
- AV port
- Reset button
SETUP AND INSTALL
MicroSD card
- Insert an 8–128GB class 10 MicroSD card (not supplied) into the MicroSD card slot.
Installing
- Peel the backing off the electrostatic sticker and stick it onto the location you wish to install the dash camera. It is recommended that the dash camera be located near the centre of the front windshield.
- Peel the adhesive sticker from the base of the dash camera, then stick the mount onto the dash camera.
- Attach the mount onto the electrostatic sticker on the front windshield.
- Connect the Mini USB end of the power cord into the power port of the dash camera, then connect the other end into the dual USB car charger. Plug the dual USB car charger into the vehicle’s 12V socket to charge.
APP INSTALLATION
This dash camera uses the RoadCam app to take photos and view recorded footage.
- Depending on your platform, download the RoadCam app from either the App Store (Apple) or the Google Play Store (Android).
- Press and hold the power/OK button to turn on the dash camera.
- Turn on the Wi-Fi on your mobile device, then enter the Wi-Fi settings. Search for the ‘AP_WIFI’ network and tap to connect (password: 12345678). This Wi-Fi network does not have internet access. If your mobile device prompts a warning regarding no internet access on the Wi-Fi network, tap ‘Connect’. If this is not tapped, you will be unable to access the Roadcam app.
- Note: Do not change the Wi-Fi password.
- Ensure the Wi-Fi network is connected, then open the Roadcam app. This will open to the home screen and the W-Fi network should be displayed. Tap the orange icon to open the main interface.
OPERATION
Powering
Press and hold the power/OK button to turn the dash camera on/off. When
connected to the Roadcam app, the dash cam will be continually recording
footage.
App main interface
- Camera’s view Displays the current camera view
- Record/stop Tap to record and stop recording footage.
- Stop recording Tap to stop recording
- Photo gallery Tap to view photos
- Photo Tap to take a photo
- Settings Tap to view and adjust the settings of the camera/app. It is not recommended to change the settings if there is no need.
- Exit Tap to exit back to the home screen
GPS
- This dash camera has an in-built GPS function to track the vehicle’s location as it records footage/takes photos.
- When the dash camera is turned on, wait for a few minutes until the satellite icon changes from white to green.
- Once it turns green, it confirms the GPS is working normally.
- Note: If there is thick cloud cove, or the vehicle is underground or near densely packed buildings, the dash camera may have a weak GPS signal and be unable to locate your vehicle.
Menu/Mode button
- Press the menu/mode button to access the feature and system menus.
- Press and hold the menu/mode button to enter photo mode. The mode allows users to capture photos of the camera’s current view.
Up/Lock button
- When in menus, use the up/lock button to move up through the menu options.
- When recording video, press the up/lock button to lock video footage. This ensures the footage is not overwritten or erased from the MicroSD card.
- This may be useful if witnessing or in an accident that requires footage as proof.
Down/Record button
- When in menus, use the down/record button to move down through the menu options.
- When in the app main interface, press the down/record button to start/stop recording footage.
Adjusting the time
- After the GPS is working normally, the dash camera will display the time. To change the time, enter the settings and change the time to match your time zone.
Replay
- Press and hold the replay button to replay footage.
Resetting
- To reset the dash camera, use a pin to press and hold the reset button for six seconds. The
- Wi-Fi network will also reset.
Downloading and viewing videos
- Go to the video gallery of the Roadcam app, then select the video you wish to download. Press the download icon.
- After the video has downloaded, turn off the W-Fi on your mobile device.
- Enter the Roadcam app again and tap the Album icon on the home screen.
- Select the video that was downloaded and you will be able to view the footage. The footage will simultaneously show the location of the vehicle on a map throughout the duration of the footage.
Viewing videos on the computer
- GXPlayer can be used to view footage on the computer.
- Similar to viewing on the phone, the footage will simultaneously track the location of the vehicle whilst its driven.
- To download GXPlayer, visit help.Kogan.com. and search for this product.
- The page will include the user guide and download link.
- When installed, remove the MicroSD card from the dash camera and insert it into your computer’s MicroSD card slot.
- Open GXPlayer to view and import footage.
TROUBLESHOOTING
| Problem | Possible solutions |
|---|
After connecting to the dash camera’s Wi-Fi, the mobile device’s screen turns black or flashes when trying to access the Waycam app.| · If using an Android device, ensure you chose to connect to the dash camera’s Wi-Fi when prompted. The dash camera’s Wi-Fi network has no internet access, but will function as a hotspot to connect your device to the camera.
· Uninstall and reinstall the Roadcam app. Ensure all app permissions are allowed.
· Disconnect and remove the dash camera’s Wi-Fi network from your mobile device. Attempt reconnecting to the Wi-Fi network with the password.
The dash camera is not recognising the MicroSD card/video is not recording.| · Ensure the MicroSD card used is of high quality.
· Ensure the MicroSD card used is between 16–256GB and at least class 10.
The dash camera is flashing.| · Ensure the Mini USB is well connected to the power port of the dash camera.
· Ensure the voltage and current are sufficient. This dash camera requires 5V and 2A of power.
SPECIFICATIONS
- Control chip Novatek
- Screen 2” 240 x 320 IPS screen
- Recording angle Wide-angle 170°
- Video format H.264 compression, TS
- Video mode Loop recording, auto overwriting
- Temperature range –35°C–75°C
- Microphone support Yes (enabled by default)
- MicroSD card support 16–256GB, at least class 10
- G-Sensor Triaxial acceleration sensor
- Seamless recording Yes
- Time stamps Supported
- Video playback Yes
Need more information?
- We hope that this user guide has given you the assistance needed for a simple set-up.
- For the most up-to-date guide for your product, as well as any additional assistance you may require, head online to help.kogan.com. KADCAMG98A
References
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