SJCAM A10 1296p Body Camera with Night Vision User Manual

: June 1, 2024
: SJCAM

Table of Contents

Device Overview
Function Keys Overview
Touch Gestures
Basic operation
Shooting mode
Menu Settings
WDR (Wide Dynamic Range)
Micro SD Card
Specifications
Download SJCAM Zone App
Warranty Conditions
EU Declaration of Conformity
WEEE
References
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SJCAM A10 1296p Body Camera with Night Vision User Manual

Device Overview

Function Keys Overview

Power Button| Single press| Standby status, single press to call out the mode menu.
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Menu settings, single press to re.
REC mode, single press to playback.
While recording, single press this button to lock the video.
Long press| Long press for 2 seconds to power on/off.
Shooting Button| Single press| Recording mode, single press to start/stop recording.
Photo mode, single press to take a photo
Laser Light Button| Long press| Menu setting, single press to go up.
Infrared Button| Single press| Manual infrared mode, single press to turn on/off infrared mode.
Menu petting, single press to go down.
USB| Connection| Charging port is used for data transmission and charging.

Touch Gestures

Click:

Standby: Show/hide the status bar.
Menu state: Open/select the corresponding settings.

Slide Left & Right:

Standby state: Switch the shooting mode.
Playback: Page turning.

Slide Down:

Standby state: Turn on Wi-Fi/Remote/Lock screen/Power off/Shortcut/Menu state.
Menu state: Sliding options box.

Slide Up:

Standby state: Turn on mode menu.
Menu state: Sliding options box.

Basic operation

Power On/Off

To Power On: Long press the power button for 2 seconds to boot into the standby interface.
To Power Off: Long press the power button.

Mode Switch

Switching Modes: Standby Mode: Swipe up the screen or click the “icon to call out the mode menu, slide up and down to browse. Select the desired shooting mode icon and click to enter this mode.

Infrared Night Vision Light

Auto Mode: The equipment will automatically turn on/off the infrared night vision light based on light & dark conditions.
Manual Setting: Single press the button to manually turn on/off the infrared mode.

Laser Light

In standby state or recording state, single press the power button to turn on/off the laser light.

Video Lock

While recording, single press the power button to lock the video. A “O” icon will appear on the screen, indicating that the video is locked and cannot be deleted with the device. You can only delete it by formatting the card or connecting it to a computer.

Shooting mode

Recording Mode

Switch to recording mode by single pressing the shooting button.
When you see red dots flashing on the screen, the camera is recording.
Re-click the shooting button to stop recording.

Photo Mode

Switch to photo mode by single pressing the shooting button.
You will hear a “click” sound indicating a photo has been taken and saved.

Burst Mode

Switch to burst mode by single pressing the shooting button.
You will hear several “click” sounds, and the camera will continuously take photos.

Voice Recording Mode

Switch to voice recording mode by single pressing the shooting button.
The microphone icon on the screen will turn red, indicating that voice recording is active.
Re-click the shooting button to stop voice recording.

Playback

Select the Playback in Menu settings to enter the playback interface for photos and videos.
View photos/videos: Use buttons/touching gestures to view the selected file at the playback interface.
View voice recording: Single press the power button (in Voice recording mode) to enter playback, use buttons/touching gestures to play the selected file.

Video Lapse

Switch to Video Lapse by single pressing the shooting button.
Red dots will flash on the screen, indicating that video recording is in progress.
Re-click the shooting button to stop recording.

Car Mode

Switch to Car Mode and turn it on before powering off.
The device will automatically power on and start recording when connected to the charger.

Click the “icon or slide upwards at standby state to call out the mode menu, then slide to the “icon to enter the menu interface.
You can also set the model parameters by entering the Settings menu in different shooting modes.
Setting Parameters:

Slide to select the parameter options that need modification.
Click and choose the appropriate parameters.
Click the Return key to go back to the standby interface after setting is complete.

Video Resolution

Options: “1080P 30fps, 720P 30fps, WVGA 30fps, VGA 640*480”.
Larger values mean higher resolution, larger file size, and shorter recording time with the same storage and electricity.
Smaller values have the opposite effect.

Photo Size

Options: “12M, 10M, 8M, 5M, 3M”.
Larger values mean higher resolution and larger file size.
Smaller values have the opposite effect.

`Voice Recording Time

Options: “3 minutes, 5 minutes, and 10 minutes “.
Different options result in different voice recording durations.

Burst Mode

Burst mode includes two options – “3 photos and 5 photos”.
Single press the shooting button to capture multiple photos in quick succession.

Video Lapse

Video lapse includes six options – “1 second, 2 second, 5 second, 10 second, 30 second, 1 minute”.
Choose different time intervals to create time-lapse videos

Loop Recording

Loop Recording includes four options – “Off, 3 minutes, 5 minutes, 10 minutes “.
If selected, the device will continuously record video in segments until the memory card is full, overwriting the oldest segments.

Motion Detection

Motion detection includes two options – “Off, On”.
When the device is placed stationary and powered on for video recording, it will be in recording standby mode if there are no moving objects in front of the lens.
It will automatically start recording when it detects motion and stop recording when the motion ceases.

Date

Turn on/off the shooting time watermark.

WDR (Wide Dynamic Range)

Turn on/off the WDR feature.

Photo Lapse

Photo lapse includes five options – “Off, 3 second, 5 second, 10 second, 20 second “.
Turn on and press the shooting button; the device will automatically take photos at certain intervals in photo mode. Re-press the shooting button to stop.

Image Quality

Image quality includes three options – “Fine, Standard, Economy”.

ISO

ISO (sensitivity) includes seven options – “Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200”.

Language

Set the language of the device.

Date/Time

Set the time. The device will automatically update the date/time when connected to Wi-Fi and the app.

Format

Clears all storage files. It’s recommended to export files in advance.

Fast Record

When turned on, the camera will start recording automatically when switching to Record mode from any status, including power on.

Auto Power Off

Auto Power Off includes four options – “Off, 3 minutes, 5 minutes, 10 minutes “.
The device will power off automatically if there’s no operation after power on.

Keypad Tone

Choose the sound volume of the camera button output. Options are “On, Off”.

Screensaver

Screensaver has five options – “30 second, 1 minutes, 3 minutes, 5 minutes, Off”.
The device will automatically enter sleep mode and turn off the screen after no operation after power on.

Frequency

Choose between “50Hz, 60Hz” based on the region and requirement.

LOGO

Turn on/off the logo watermark.

Device ID

Change the device ID.

Wi-Fi

Change the Wi-Fi SSID and password.

Default

Select this option to set all settings to default.

Firmware Version

Check the current version information of the device.

Micro SD Card

To capture videos/photos, you need to use a micro SD card that meets the specified requirements. If the storage on the card is used up during recording, the camera will stop recording, and a message indicating that the memory card is full will appear on the screen.
Caution:

Handle the memory card with care, avoiding exposure to liquid, dust, and friction.
Power off the camera before inserting or removing the card for safety.
Ensure the memory card is used within the recommended temperature range, as per the manufacturer’s instructions.

Inserting the Micro SD Card

Slide to open the battery cover.
Insert the micro SD card with the label side facing towards the battery direction.
Close the battery cover.

Caution: To remove the card, press it with your fingernail and it will pop up.

Reformatting the Micro SD Card

For optimal performance, it’s recommended to format the card before initial use and periodically thereafter.
Note: Reformatting the card will permanently erase all stored files. Please ensure to export photos and videos in advance to prevent data loss.

To reformat the card:

Slide upwards and click “Settings.”
Select “Format” and confirm by clicking “OK.”

Specifications

Product

| SJCAM Portable Camera
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Model| A10
Chipset| Novatek 96658
Sensor| Sony IMX307
View Angle| 140°
Aperture| F2.5
Lens| 6G
Screen Size| 2.0 “
Input Voltage| 3.8V
Input Current| 1.3A
Wi-Fi Standard| Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n 2.4GHz
Operating System| Support Android 4.1 and newer or iOS 8.0 above smart phone or tablet with Wi-Fi Function

Download SJCAM Zone App

iOS
Android

Scan the QR code on your smart phone or search for “SJCAM ZONE” in the App Store or Google Play to download and install the App.

Warranty Conditions

A new product purchased in the Alza.cz sales network is guaranteed for 2 years. If you need repair or other services during the warranty period, contact the product seller directly, you must provide the original proof of purchase with the date of purchase.

The following are considered to be a conflict with the warranty conditions, for which the claimed claim may not be recognized:

Using the product for any purpose other than that for which the product is intended or failing to follow the instructions for maintenance, operation, and service of the product.
Damage to the product by a natural disaster, the intervention of an unauthorized person or mechanically through the fault of the buyer (e.g., during transport, cleaning by inappropriate means, etc.).
Natural wear and aging of consumables or components during use (such as batteries, etc.).
Exposure to adverse external influences, such as sunlight and other radiation or electromagnetic fields, fluid intrusion, object intrusion, mains overvoltage, electrostatic discharge voltage (including lightning), faulty supply or input voltage and inappropriate polarity of this voltage, chemical processes such as used power supplies, etc.
If anyone has made modifications, modifications, alterations to the design or adaptation to change or extend the functions of the product compared to the purchased design or use of non-original components.

EU Declaration of Conformity

This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU and Directive 2011/65/EU amended (EU) 2015/863.

WEEE

This product must not be disposed of as normal household waste in accordance with the EU Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE – 2012/19 / EU).
Instead, it shall be returned to the place of purchase or handed over to a public collection point for the recyclable waste. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. Contact your local authority or the nearest collection point for further details. Improper disposal of this type of waste may result in fines in accordance with national regulations.

Dear customer,
Thank you for purchasing our product. Please read the following instructions carefully before first use and keep this user manual for future reference. Pay particular attention to the safety instructions. If you have any questions or comments about the device, please contact the customer line.

www.alza.co.uk/kontakt
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Importer : Alza.cz a.s., Jankovcova 1522 / 53, Holešovice, 170 00 Praha 7, www.alza.cz