RING RSDC2000 Smart Dashcam HD 1080p User Manual

RING RSDC2000 Smart Dashcam HD 1080p

WARNING

1. Individual special requirements and legislation of the countries must be observed, especially concerning the duration of the records/use and the transfer of data. Please make yourself familiar with the data protection laws of your country and ensure that you comply with them. Please also familiarize yourself and comply with the relevant laws and regulations regarding the use and ownership of dash cameras in your country.
   DE/AT: Permanent and occasion-free recordings are not permitted, i.e. no recording of the entire route, license plates, or strangers (so-called loop function). When recording an event, e.g. an accident, all parties involved must be informed about the recording and its transfer to the police. No posting of recordings in public media (Internet, social media) without the consent of all persons concerned or only after disguising the persons and license plates. It must be impossible to conclude persons, e.g. through pictures of the surroundings.

2. The dashcam must not be fitted in a position that obscures the driver’s view of the road ahead.

3. Only use the supplied power adapter, otherwise, damage may occur to the dashcam. Take care when cleaning the dashcam lens and only use a suitable lens cleaner and a soft cloth. Do NOT expose this product to rain, moisture, or water under any circumstances; doing so may result in the risk of electric shock or fire. Do NOT perform servicing other than that contained in the instruction manual, unless you are qualified to do so. When installing in a vehicle, always place the device securely against the windscreen and where possible conceal the power cable under the vehicle’s interior trim. Make sure that the power cable doesn’t interfere with the driver’s controls such as the steering wheel, pedals, or gear lever. Do NOT mount the dashcam in front of an airbag deployment area or in a position to obscure any interior mirrors. Do NOT operate while driving and only adjust settings or review recordings while not driving.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

If you haven’t already downloaded the app, do so now to get the most from your dash camera.

1. Download the app by searching for RINGconnect in the App Store (iPhone) or Google Play (Android).
2. Open the app, follow the setup process shown, and enable all necessary settings when prompted.

PACKAGE CONTENTS

1. Dashcam
2. Quick Start Guide
3. Magnetic Mount
4. USB Charging Cable
5. Trim Removal Tool
6. Window Sticker

ATTENTION! Choose the installation location in advance, as the adhesive tape on the mount is of single use.

1. Ensure glass is dirt, dust, and grease-free.
2. Warm adhesive pad part of mount in hands to ensure strong adhesion to glass.
3. Once the mount has been positioned connect the dash camera to the magnetic mount.

• To power the device and charge the battery, use only the power adapter included. Connect the power cable to the mount, and then plug the USB charger into the vehicle’s 12V power socket.
• When the vehicle’s engine starts, the device turns on automatically.

ADJUSTING VIEWING ANGLE

ATTENTION! Adjusting the viewing angle can only be done along the vertical axis, so be sure to position the device correctly on the windshield along the horizontal axis as close as possible to the windshield’s center.
While pulling or pushing the device in the holder, ensure that the camera captures the image in proportions of 30% sky / 70% road.

CONNECTING TO MOBILE

1. Hold down the power button to switch on the dash camera.
2. Press the UP arrow for 3 seconds to open the Wi-Fi hotspot details screen.
3. Open your phone’s Settings.
4. Tap on Wi-Fi or Connections.
5. Select the dash camera hotspot and enter the password that is displayed on the dash camera.
6. You are now connected to your device.

CONFIGURATION

• Power Button: Press to turn the device on. Press and hold to turn the device off.
• Menu Button: Use this button to switch between the video, photo, and playback. Press this button during recording to take a picture.
• Up Button: Press to move up the menu. In the VIDEO and PHOTO mode, press and hold to zoom in; in Playback mode, use to select a file.
• Down Button: Press to move down the menu. In the VIDEO and PHOTO mode, press and hold to delete the image (if you used zoom + before); in the Playback mode, press to select a file.
• Rec Button: Press to start/stop recording. When in the menu, use to confirm the selected menu item.
• Reset Button (on bottom of camera): Press to reboot, if no other button responds.

PHOTO MODE
Stop recording and then press and hold the Menu button for 2 seconds to enter Photo Mode. Press Rec to capture an image.
PLAYBACK MODE
When in Photo Mode press and hold the Menu button for 2 seconds to enter Playback Mode. Press the Up and Down button to choose video playback or image viewer. Press the Rec button to play the selected video. Press and hold the Menu button for 2 seconds to exit Playback Mode.
MENU OPTIONS
Stop recording then press the Menu key once to enter Menu options and use the Up and Down button to set the options, press Rec to confirm.

INSTALLING microSD CARD

1. Before installing a memory card, make sure the device is turned off.
2. Insert the memory card until it clicks into place.
3. Removing a card: press the card slightly and then remove it from the slot.

WARNING! Do not apply excessive force when inserting a memory card to avoid damage to the device. If necessary, use a thin pointed device to push the card further. To remove the memory card, push the card until it clicks and remove the card from the slot.

TURNING ON / OFF

• When the vehicle ignition is turned ON the dashcam turns on automatically.
• To turn the device on manually, press the power button.
• To turn the device off press and hold the power button for approx. 3 seconds.

LOOP RECORDING

1. Insert the microSD card into the memory card slot; the Loop Recording mode is set to 3 minutes as default.
2. When the memory card storage is full, the device will automatically replace the oldest video file with the newest one; the exception is the files protected from deletion.

EMERGENCY RECORDING

1. Emergency recording is to protect the current video file from being overwritten and deleted.
2. Emergency recording is activated automatically when the G-sensor triggers (sudden acceleration /deceleration), or at the point of collision. An emergency recording is locked automatically to avoid erasing during loop recording.

VIEWING VIDEOS & PHOTOS

1. Playback (ensure dashcam recording has stopped).
   • In the standby mode, press and hold the MENU button to switch between Video and photo.
2. Video & Photo Mode.
   • Select the file to view using the Up /Down and Rec buttons.
   • Using the Up / Down buttons, select the file you need to view and click the Rec button to start playback.

DELETE FILES

1. Press the Menu button to enter the submenu (ensure the dashcam recording has stopped).
2. Use the Up / Down buttons to select Delete and press the Rec button.
3. Select the option to delete all files / one file, then confirm your choice by following the instructions on the display.

ATTENTION! Locked files can only be deleted when unlocked; to unlock them, use the Lock item of the submenu in the Playback mode. Another way to delete locked files is to format the memory card all data from the memory card will be deleted!
WARNING! Deleted files cannot be restored. Backup necessary files before proceeding with deletion.

GENERAL SETTINGS

To access General Settings, press the Menu Button once from the Home screen.

Video Resolution: Select the required option (the highest option provides the optimum viewing performance).

• Loop Recording: 3 or 5 minutes
• G-Sensor: OFF / LOW / MEDIUM / HIGH
• Night Vision: OFF / ON / AUTO
• Recording Audio: OFF / ON
• Date Stamp: OFF / ON

ADVANCED SETTINGS
To access Advanced Settings, press the Menu Button twice from the Home screen.

• WiFi: OFF / ON
• Date / Time: Adjust for the correct Date and Time.
• Language: Select the preferred menu language from the list.
• Plate Number: OFF / ON
• Screen Saver: OFF / ON
• Button Sound: OFF / ON
• Parking Monitor: OFF / ON
• Card Formatting: Before using the camera, format the SD card for optimal performance.
• Version: Shows installed firmware version, and where to get updates.
• Default Settings: Reset the camera to its original configuration.

LICENSE PLATE
When choosing ON, you will be prompted to enter your license plate number. The license plate number will be displayed on your recording.

FAQs MENU

In the App

• To access the FAQs Menu, press the dropdown menu and select FAQs.
• Swipe up or down to view all common frequently asked questions.

FAILURE TO PHOTOGRAPH / RECORD VIDEO

• Check if there is enough free space on the micro SD card.

RECORDING HAS STOPPED

• Too many video files are stored. Only use at least class 10 U1 high-speed micro SD cards by proven manufacturers.
• When you try to view a photo/play a video file, the “wrong file” message appears.
• File writing failure due to micro SD card file system error. Format the micro SD card.

BLURRED IMAGE

• Ensure removal of lens sticker. Check for dirt on the lens. If there is any, wipe the lens with a soft cloth before use (it is recommended to use special care products for the optics in order not to damage the surface of the lens).

HANG UP (NO IMAGE, NO BUTTON RESPONSE)

• Press the RESET button to reboot the device.

*MicroSD Card not recognized when used in RING Smart Dash Cam 2000 please format card ****

1. Ensure MicroSD cards are inserted correctly into a dashcam
2. Press the menu button twice to enter the settings menu
3. Using the UP and DOWN buttons select the FORMAT option
4. Select YES to FORMAT the MicroSD card

• Format MicroSD card will delete all information and recordings from the MicroSD card
• The dash cam will have a constant beep noise if a card is not recognized and needs to be formatted

FEATURES

• Full HD at 30 FPS.
• The max record time is dependent on screen resolution, memory card size, and rear camera attachment.

POWER REQUIREMENTS

ATTENTION! Once there is no external power input, the battery cannot support recording for a long time, please make sure the power supply is connected when recording.

• Input voltage: 5V DC, 1.5A
• Charging input voltage: 12-24V DC Mini USB Connection for Power

OPERATING TEMPERATURES (all models)

• Storage temperature: -20˚ C to 70˚ C
• Operating temperature: -10˚ C to 60˚ C

PLEASE RECYCLE YOUR SPENT BATTERIES
Batteries should not be disposed of in unsorted municipal waste, but separately collected to facilitate the correct treatment and recycling of the substances they contain. The recycling of batteries ensures the recovery of these valuable materials and prevents any potentially harmful effects on both the environment and human health.

CONTACT

• Ring Automotive Limited
• Gelderd Road, Leeds, LS12 6NA
• United Kingdom
• Telephone +44 (0)113 213 2000
• Fax +44 (0)113 231 0266
• Email autosales@ringautomotive.com.
• www.ringautomotive.com.

Read User Manual Online (PDF format)

Read User Manual Online (PDF format)  >>

Download This Manual (PDF format)

Download this manual  >>