INSIGNIA NS-DASH150 4K Front and Rear Dash Cam System User Guide
- June 5, 2024
- Insignia
Table of Contents
- INSIGNIA NS-DASH150 4K Front and Rear Dash Cam System
- FEATURES
- INSTALLING THE FRONT DASH CAM
- INSTALLING THE REAR DASH CAM
- CONNECTING POWER
- FORMATTING AN SD CARD
- TURNING ON YOUR DASH CAM MANUALLY
- SETTING UP YOUR DASH CAM
- RECORDING VIDEO WITH YOUR DASH CAM
- VIEWING VIDEO CLIPS AND PHOTOS
- ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
- LEGAL NOTICES
- ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
INSIGNIA NS-DASH150 4K Front and Rear Dash Cam System
FEATURES
- Dual-camera setup records both in front of and behind your vehicle
- 4K Ultra High-Definition video with playback option captures a crystal-clear image
- Wide Dynamic Range provides a vivid picture in both bright and dim environments, including at night
- Wide-angle lenses capture everything within a 135° window in front and a 129° window in back
- G-sensor detects if a collision has occurred and auto saves the current recording in a 1-, 2-, or 3-minute segment
- Loop recording feature overwrites old video to conserve memory card space (memory card not included)
- Temperature-resistant build functions at temperatures from -4° to 140° F (-20° to 60° C)
- Suction mount attaches securely to your car’s windshield (back camera attaches with adhesive only)
- Power adapter plugs into your vehicle’s 12 V accessory port Refer to the User Guide for more information.
INSTALLING THE FRONT DASH CAM
Note: Use a 16 GB – 256 GB Class 10 or higher MicroSD card.
A higher capacity card will allow for more captured clips.
- Insert a microSD memory card with the label side facing the windshield.
- Clean and thoroughly dry the windshield area where you want to mount your dash cam.
- Insert and slide the mounting bracket on the suction cup into the mounting slot on the top of your dash cam.
- Peel the protective film from the mounting bracket, the dash cam lens and the LCD screen.
- Position the suction cup on the windshield, then move the mounting bracket switch clockwise until you hear a click.
INSTALLING THE REAR DASH CAM
- Clean and thoroughly dry the windshield area where you want to mount your rear camera.
- Connect the Mini USB cable to the Mini USB port on the front camera.
- Connect the Mini USB cable to the rear camera.
- Peel the protective film from the rear mounting bracket.
- Position the bracket on the center and inside of the rear windshield, then firmly press the bracket to the windshield.
- Position the rear camera so that it faces the rear window.
- Organize and tuck away the cable to make sure that the cable doesn’t obstruct the driver’s view.
CONNECTING POWER
- Connect the provided Micro USB cable to the Micro USB port on your dash cam.
- Thread the cable from your dash cam, around the outer edge of the windshield, and to a 12 V vehicle accessory port.
- Plug the cable into the vehicle power adapter, plug the adapter into the accessory port, then turn on your vehicle. Your dash cam starts automatically.
- Rotate the mounting bracket to adjust the viewing angle as needed.
FORMATTING AN SD CARD
- Insert a microSD card into the card slot.
- Press the Menu button to open the on-screen display menu.
- Press to scroll down the option list and select Format SD Card, then press OK
Note: The first time you insert a new SD card into your dash cam, the screen prompts you with one of the following error messages if there is an issue with the card:
- CARD ERROR Replace SD Card – indicates that the new card is not available to your dash camera (the card may be incompatible or damaged). Remove the SD card and replace it with another card. Use SD cards between 16 and 256 GB.
- CARD ERROR FORMAT Card in Camera – indicates that the formatting on the new card is not compatible with your dash camera. This will delete all of the information on your card, so save your files first.
TURNING ON YOUR DASH CAM MANUALLY
Press and hold the Menu button for three seconds to turn your dash cam on or off.
Note: If you have an SD card installed and your dash cam is connected to a vehicle accessory port, it starts recording automatically when you start your vehicle. You should review your first video to make sure that the camera is positioned correctly and that the video recorded correctly
SETTING UP YOUR DASH CAM
The first time your dash cam is turned on, you need to enter the year, month, day, and time zone, select Daylight Saving Time (if applicable), and enter the time. Your dash cam uses these settings when creating file names and time stamps.
RECORDING VIDEO WITH YOUR DASH CAM
- Make sure that your power cable is connected and the SD card is inserted.
- After the vehicle is turned on, your dash cam automatically turns on and starts recording.
- Press the Menu button to open the Settings menu.
VIEWING VIDEO CLIPS AND PHOTOS
- Make sure that your dash cam is turned on and in recording mode.
- Press the Menu button to open the Setting menu.
- Select Video Clips, then press OK.
- Press the up or down button to select a video clip or photo, then press the OK button.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The User Guide contains information about operating your dash cam, troubleshooting, and specifications
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
- Always read the safety instructions and User Guide carefully.
- Do not drop or allow forceful impacts to your dash cam, or install it in locations exposed to heavy vibrations.
- Do not disassemble or modify your dash cam in any way. Disassembly or modification may not only void the warranty, but may also cause damage.
- Do not use or store your dash cam in damp locations. Liquid entering your dash cam may cause damage or lead to fires or electric shock.
- Do not operate in extreme heat conditions. If your vehicle is parked in a hot sunny climate, let your vehicle cool down before using your dash cam.
- Always read the safety instructions and the User Guide carefully. Keep the User Guide for future reference.
LEGAL NOTICES
FCC Part 15
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. 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:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING : Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment
ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
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