Nedis DCAM40BK Dashboard Camera User Manual

: June 5, 2024
: nedis

DCAM40BK Dashboard Camera

Nedis DCAM40BK Dashboard Camera

User Manual

Preface

Thank you for purchasing the Nedis DCAM40BK.

This document is the user manual and contains all the information for correct, efficient and safe use of the product.

This user manual is addressed to the end user. Read this information carefully before installing or using the product.

Always store this information with the product for use in the future.

Product description

Intended use

The DCAM40BK is a dashboard camera that can be mounted to the windshield of your vehicle.

This product is intended to take photos, record videos and playback recordings and is equipped with a g-sensor and night vision.

Any modification of the product may have consequences for safety, warranty and proper functioning.

The product is not intended for professional use.

Specifications

Product

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Dashboard Camera

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Article number

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DCAM40BK

Dimensions (l x w x h)

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100 x 55 x 43 mm

Input voltage

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5 VAC

Input current

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2 A

Battery

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Lithium-ion polymer 3.7 VDC / 200 mAh

Battery capacity

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200 mAh

Power consumption

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660 – 750 mAh dual camera recording

Storage temperature

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-10 – 70 °C

Operating temperature

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-10 – 60 °C

Display

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2.31 inch LCD display

Front camera

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IMX323 Sensor + 650NM camera

Cabin camera

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IMX323 Sensor + 940NM camera

Viewing angle

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120 degrees

Minimum illumination

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1 Lux

Video

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Loop video / motion detecting

Video format

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.mp4

Video encoding

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H.264

Video resolution

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2560 x 1440p / 1920 x 1080p / 1280 x 720p @ 30 Hz

Image resolution

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4032 x 3024 / 3648 x 2736 / 3264 x 2448 / 2592 x 1944 / 2048 x 1536 / 1920 x 1080 / 1280 x 960 / 640 x 480

HDMI output

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No

Seamless video

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Yes

Boot automatically video

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Support

G-sensor

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Support

Language

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English, French, Spanish, Portugese, German, Italian, simplified Chinese, traditional Chinese, Russian, Japanese

Video recording time

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3 / 5 / 10 min

Recording audio

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Built-in microphone

The microphone can be switched on/off

Memory card

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MicroSD card

Memory card capacity

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8 – 128 GB

USB interface

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Mini5Pin USB2.0

Main parts (image A)

A

1. Suction fix clip

2. Suction fix

3. Micro USB port

4. MicroSD card slot

5. Front camera

6. Speaker

7. Reset button

8. Microphone

9. Auxiliary power plug

10. Infrared light

11. Cabin camera

12. Infrared light

13. Display

14. Power button

15. Menu / mode button

16. Up button

17. Down button

18. OK button

19. Micro USB cable

Safety instructions

WARNING

Ensure you have fully read and understood the instructions in this document before you install or use the product. Keep this document for future reference.
Only use the product as described in this manual.
Do not use the product if a part is damaged or defective. Replace a damaged or defective product immediately.
Do not drop the product and avoid bumping.
This product may only be serviced by a qualified technician for maintenance to reduce the risk of electric shock.
Disconnect the product from the power source and other equipment if problems occur.
Do not expose the product to water or moisture.
Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged.
Do not short-circuit a cell or a battery.
In the event of a cell leaking, do not allow the liquid to come in contact with the skin or eyes. If contact has been made, wash the affected area with copious amounts of water and seek medical advice.
Do not use any charger other than that specifically provided for use with the equipment.
Do not cover ventilation openings.
Be careful when using the product while driving. Always focus your attention on the road.
Do not place the product near heat sources, this can damage the product.
Do not expose the product to very hot or very cold temperatures or drastic changes in temperature or humidity.
Do not install the product within the operation range of the airbag.
Ensure the product and the power cable are installed and do not interfere with the sight of the driver or impede with the operation of any driving controls.

Safety symbols on the product

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Description

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Electronic equipment needs to bear the CE mark in order to be marketed in the EU. CE marking shows that a product is assessed before being placed on the market and that it meets EU safety, health and environmental protection requirements. CE marking is also sometimes accepted as a means of compliance with type-approval requirements; for example, electronic components that require type-approval and also CE marking for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) or low-voltage equipment.

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Indication to explain that the product needs to be collected separately when disposed. Do not throw in the trash bin.

Installation

Check the contents of the package
Check that all parts are present and that no damage is visible on the parts. If parts are missing or damaged, contact the Nedis B.V. service desk via the website: www.nedis.com.

Installing the product (image B)

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Before using the product, the user shall check the applicable laws and regulations on the use of the product.
In some jurisdictions, the use of this product can be considered as an invasion of privacy.
The mounting of the product on the windshield might be regulated by law in some jurisdictions.
It is the user’s own responsibility to consult the local laws and regulations before installing and using this product.

Switch off the car engine.

1. Clean and degrease the spot where you want to fix the product.

Place the product just behind or below the rearview mirror.

2. Place suction fix ** A **2 on the windshield.

3. Use the suction fix clip ** A **1 to fix the product to the windshield.

4. Insert a microSD card (not included) into the microSD card slot ** A **4.

5. Adjust the position of the front camera A 5 for optimal view of the road.

6. Adjust the position of the cabin camera A11 for optimal view of the inside.

Ensure the product and the power cable are installed and do not interfere with the sight of the driver or impede with the operation of any driving controls.
Always focus your attention on the road.

Connecting the product to a power source

Option 1:

1. Plug the other end of the auxiliary power plug A 9 into the micro USB port A 3.

2. Plug A 9 into an auxiliary power outlet.

Option 2:

1. Charge the product using the USB port ** A **2.

The product automatically switches on and starts recording when you switch on your car engine.
The recording time can be set in the menu with the range of 3, 5 or 10 minutes.
The camera switches off after the engine is off.

Use

Using the product

1. Press power button A14 for 3 seconds to switch the product on or off.

When switching off the product automatically saves the recordings.

1. Press menu / mode button A15 to enter the menu.

2. Press A15 again to select the desired option.

3. Press up A16 or down A17 to navigate through the menu.

4. Press OK ** A18** to confirm a selection.

5. Press A15 to exit the menu.

In case of first use: set the correct time and date using the menu settings.

While in standby mode:

Press A15 to toggle between video, photo, and playback mode and menu settings.

Camera switching mode

Press A16 to switch between camera views.

Options: front camera, cabin camera or both camera views.

Video mode

1. Press A14 for 3 seconds to enter the video mode.

The film camera icon in the upper left lights up and starts blinking.

2. Press ** A18** to start or stop recording.

Short press A17 to switch audio recording on or off.
The product automatically saves recordings on the microSD card.

Photo mode

1. Long press A15 to enter photo mode.

The icon in the upper left switches to a photo camera.

2. Press ** A18** to take a picture.

3. Press A15 to switch back to video mode.

Press and hold A16 to zoom in.
Press and hold A17 to zoom out.

Screensaver mode

Press A14 to switch the display on or off.

Playback mode

1. Long press A15 to enter playback mode.

2. Press ** A16 or ** A17 to select a recording.

3. Press ** A18** to play.

4. Press A16 to fast rewind.

5. Press A17 to fast forward.

6. Press ** A **7 to stop playing.

7. Press and hold A15 to exit the menu.

G-sensor

In case of a collision detected by the g-sensor, the current video recording will be saved as a read-only file.
This recording cannot be overwritten or deleted when not connected to a computer.
Change the sensitivity settings in the menu settings.

Emergency lock

In video mode, press and hold A15 for 3 seconds to save the recording as a read-only file.
This recording cannot be overwritten or deleted when not connected to a computer.

Connecting to a computer

1. Connect the product to a computer using the USB cable A19.

USB-disk gives access to recorded videos and taken pictures.
The product can be used as a U-Disk.

Maintenance

Disconnect the product before cleaning.
Clean the product regularly with a soft, clean, dry cloth. Avoid abrasives that can damage the surface.
Do not use aggressive chemical cleaning agents such as ammonia, acid or acetone when cleaning the product.
Do not open the product.

Warranty

Any changes and/or modifications to the product will void the warranty. We accept no liability for damage caused by improper use of the product.

Disclaimer

Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice. All logos, brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners and are hereby recognized as such.

Disposal

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This symbol indicates that this product should not be thrown away with other household waste throughout the EU. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health by uncontrolled waste disposal, you are responsible for recycling it so that it can promote the sustainable reuse of raw materials. To return your used product, you can use the regular return and collection systems or contact the store where the product was purchased. They can recycle this product for the environment.

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