AKASO Action Camera User Manual

USER MANUAL
AKASO EK7000 Action Camera
V3.2

WHAT’S IN THE BOX

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Unboxing: 00:00-00:19
How to remove the camera from the box it’s mounted on? : 00:20-00:31
How to remove the camera from the waterproof case? : 00:32-01:05
How to mount the camera to a tripod? : 01:17-01:49
How to mount the camera to your body? : 01:50-02:08
How to mount the camera to a self-stick? : 02:09-02:55
How to mount the camera to a bike? : 02:56-04:34
How to mount the protective backdoor? : 04:35-04:59
How to mount the camera to a helmet? : 05:03-11:16

YOUR EK7000

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| 1. Shutter / Select Button
2. Power / Mode / Exit Button
3. Memory Card Slot
4. Micro USB Port
5. Micro HDMI Port
6. Lens
7. Screen
8. Up / Playback Button
9. Down / Wifi Button
10. Battery Door

Note: The camera does not record sound when it is in the waterproof case.

GETTING STARTED

Welcome to your new EK7000. To capture video and photos, you need a memory card (sold separately).

MEMORY CARDS

Use brand name memory cards that meet these requirements:

• Class 10 or UHS-I rating
• Capacity up to 32GB (FAT32)

Note: Please format the memory card first in this camera before using it. To keep your memory card in good condition, reformat it on a regular basis. Reformatting erases all of your content, so be sure to offload your photos and videos first.

POWERING ON + OFF

To Power On:
Press and hold the Mode button for three seconds. The camera beeps while the camera status light is on. When information appears on the LCD display or the camera status screen, your camera is on.
To Power Off:
Press and hold the Mode button for three seconds. The camera beeps while the camera status light is off.

SWITCHING MODE

To Switch Mode:
Press the Mode button to switch the mode.

EXITING MODE

To Exit Mode:
Press the Mode button to exit mode.

OVERVIEW OF MODES

There are 5 modes: Video, Photo, Burst Photo, Time Lapse, Setting.
VIDEO MODE
Video Mode is the default mode when you turn on the camera. In Video Mode, press the Shutter button, the camera starts recording the video. Press the Shutter button to stop recording the video.

PHOTO MODE
Press the Mode button once to switch to Photo Mode after you turn on the camera. In Photo Mode, press the Shutter button, the camera takes a photo.

BURST PHOTO MODE
Press the Mode button several times to switch to Burst Photo Mode. In Burst Photo Mode, Press the Shutter button, the camera takes 3 photos per second.

TIME LAPSE PHOTO MODE
Press the Mode button several times to switch to Time Lapse Photo Mode. In Time Lapse Photo Mode, press the Shutter button, the camera takes a serial of photos at 3s / 5s / 10s intervals.

SETTINGS
Press Mode Button several times to switch to settings mode. Press the UP or Down button to cycle through options and press the Shutter Button to select the desired option.

CUSTOMIZING YOUR EK7000

SETTINGS

1. Video Resolution : 4K 30FPS, 2.7K 30FPS, 1080P 60FPS, 1080P 30FPS, 720P 120FPS, 720P 60FPS
   Default setting is 4K 30FPS.

2. Loop Recording: Off / 1minute / 3 minutes / 5 minutes
   Default setting is off.
   The files will be saved every 3 MIN if you choose the 3 MIN option. When the memory card is full, the new files will cover the old one if the loop recording is on. If it is off, the camera will not record anymore when the card is full. You will then need to format the memory card or change it to a new memory card.

3. Recording Sound: OFF / ON
   The default setting is on.
   Turn off Recording Sound, the camera does not record sound when you record video.

4. Photo Resolution: 20M/16M/14M/12M/8M/5M
   The default setting is 20M.

5. Time Lapse: OFF/2S/3S/5S/10S/the 20S/30S/60S
   The default setting is 2S.
   Time Lapse Photo captures a series of photos at specified intervals. Use this mode to capture photos of any activity, then choose the best ones later.

6. Continuous Lapse: OFF/2S/3S/5S/10S/20S/30S/60S
   The default setting is off.
   Turn on Continuous Lapse, this camera takes continuous lapse photos.

7. Burst Photo: OFF, 3P/S
   The default setting is off.
   Burst captures up to 3 photos in 1 second, so it is perfect for capturing fast-moving activities.

8. Exposure: -3, -2, -1, 0, 1, 2, 3
   Default setting is 0.
   By default, your camera uses the entire image to determine the appropriate exposure level. However, Exposure lets you select an area that you want the camera to prioritize when determining exposure. This setting is particularly useful in shots where an important region might otherwise be over-or underexposed.
   When you change this setting, the LCD display immediately shows you the effect on your image. If you change modes, the camera returns to using the entire scene to determine
   the correct level of exposure.

9. White Balance: Auto, Sunny, Cloudy, Incandescent Light, Fluorescent Light
   The default setting is Auto.
   White Balance lets you adjust the color temperature of videos and photos to optimize for cool or warm lighting conditions. When you change this setting, the LCD display immediately shows you the effect on your image.

10. Upside Down: OFF / ON
    The default setting is off.
    This setting determines the orientation of your video or photos to help you prevent upside-down footage.

11. Power Frequency: Auto, 50Hz, 60Hz
    The default setting is Auto.

12. Screensaver: Off, 1 minute, 3 minutes, 5 minutes
    The default setting is 1 minute.
    Turns off the LCD display after a period of inactivity to save battery life. To turn on the LCD the display again, press any button on the camera.

13. Auto Shutdown: Off, 1 minute, 3 minutes, 5 minutes
    The default setting is 3 minutes.
    Powers off your EK7000 after a period of inactivity to save battery life.

14. Date Stamp: OFF / ON
    The default setting is on.
    If you turn on Date Stamp, this camera adds a date stamp to the videos or photos you take.

15. Volume: high, middle, low, Off
    The default16.

16. Beep: OFF/ ON
    The default setting is on. Sets the volume of your EK7000’s alerts.

17. Language: English,
    The default setting is English.

18. Date-Time: MM DD YYYY, HH MM SS

19.  Format
    To keep your memory card in good condition, reformat it on a regular basis. Reformatting erases all of your content, so be sure to offload your photos and videos first. To reformat your card, press the mode button to enter the system setting, then press the down button several times to enter Format > Format Card? > Confirmation.

20. Reset to Factory Settings: Confirm Reset to Factory Settings? Confirmation / Cancel
    This option resets all settings to their default values.

21.  Firmware Version
    You can check the model and updated time of your EK7000. the setting is middle.
    This option lets you adjust the volume.

CONNECTING TO THE AKASO GO APP

The AKASO GO app lets you control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet.
Features include full camera control, live preview, playback and sharing of content, and camera software updates.

1. Download AKASO GO app to your mobile device from the Apple App Store or Google Play.
2. Turn on the camera, then press and hold the Down button to turn on Wifi.
3. Turn on the Wifi of your mobile device, connect to the Wifi SSID “ iCam-AKASO_B_1090 ”.
4. Enter the password: 1234567890.
5. Open the app AKASO GO.

Note: Press the Down button if you want to turn off Wifi.

PLAYING BACK YOUR CONTENT

You can playback your content on the camera’s LCD display, your computer, TV, or smartphone/tablet.
You can also playback content by inserting the memory card directly into a device, such as a computer or compatible TV. With this method, playback resolution depends on the resolution of the device and its ability to playback that resolution.

DELETING VIDEOS AND PHOTOS ON YOUR EK7000

1. Turn on the camera to enter Video or Photo mode.
2. Press the Up button in video or photo mode to enter playback mode. If you press the Up button in playback mode, the camera will exit playback mode.
3. Press the Down button, then the Shutter button to open photos.
4. Press the Up or Down button to locate the file you want to delete.
5. Press and hold the Shutter button for 3 seconds. The screen shows ‘Delete this file? Confirmation Cancel’.
6. Press the Down button, then the Shutter button, the selected file will be deleted.

OFFLOADING YOUR CONTENT

OFFLOADING YOUR CONTENT TO A COMPUTER
To playback your video and photos on a computer, you must first transfer these files to a computer. Transferring also frees up space on your memory card for new content.
To offload files to a computer using a card reader (sold separately) and your computer’s file explorer, connect the card reader to the computer, then insert the memory card. You can then transfer files to your computer or delete selected files on your card. Note that you must use a card reader to offload photos or audio files.
OFFLOADING YOUR CONTENT TO SMARTPHONE OR TABLET

1.  Open the ‘AKASO GO’ app.
2. Tap the ‘Folders’ icon at the left corner of the bottom screen.
3. Tap the ‘Edit’ icon at the right corner of the top screen.
4. Tap the files you want to save.
5. Tap the ‘Save’ icon at the right corner of the bottom screen.

Note:

1. If you cannot offload videos or photos to iPhone or iPad, please enter Setting -> Privacy -> Photos , find “AKASO GO” and select “Read and Write”.
2. You cannot download 4K or 2.7K video to iPhone and iPad via Wifi app. Please offload 4K or 2.7K videos via card reader.

REFORMATTING YOUR MEMORY CARD

To keep your memory card in good condition, reformat it on a regular basis. Reformatting erases all of your content, so be sure to offload your photos and videos first.

1. Press and hold the Mode button for 3 seconds to turn on the camera.
2. Press the Mode button four times, then the Shutter button to enter Camera Setting.
3. Press the Up or Down button to locate the ‘Format’ option.
4. Press the Shutter button, the screen shows ‘Format Card? Confirmation Cancel.’
5. Press the Down button then the Shutter button. The screen shows ‘Format Complete’. Then you format your memory card successfully.

MAINTENANCE YOUR CAMERA

Follow these guidelines to get the best performance from your camera:

1. For best audio performance, shake the camera or blow on the mic to remove debris from the microphone holes.
2. To clean the lens, wipe it with a soft, lint-free cloth. Do not insert foreign objects around the lens.
3. Don’t touch the lens with your fingers.
4. Keep the camera away from drops and bumps, which may cause damage to the parts inside.
5. Keep the camera away from high temperatures and strong sunshine to avoid being damaged.

MAXIMIZING BATTERY LIFE

If the battery reaches 0% while recording, the camera saves the file and powers off. To maximize battery life, follow these guidelines when possible:

• Turn off Wireless Connections
• Capture video at lower frame rates and resolutions
• Use Screen Saver setting.

BATTERY STORAGE AND HANDLING

• The camera contains sensitive components, including the battery. Avoid exposing your camera to very cold or very hot temperatures. Low or high-temperature conditions may temporarily shorten the battery life or cause the camera to temporarily stop working properly. Avoid dramatic changes in temperature or humidity when using the camera, as condensation may form on or within the camera.
• Do not dry the camera or battery with an external heat source such as a microwave oven or hairdryer. Damage to the camera or battery caused by contact with the liquid inside the camera is not covered under the warranty.
• Do not store your battery with metal objects, such as coins, keys, or necklaces. If the battery terminals come in contact with metal objects, this may cause a fire.
• Do not make any unauthorized alterations to the camera. Doing so may compromise the safety, regulatory compliance, performance, and may void the warranty.

WARNING: Do not drop, disassemble, open, crush, bend, deform, puncture, shred, microwave, incinerate or paint the camera or battery. Do not insert foreign objects into the battery opening on the camera. Do not use the camera or the battery if it has been damaged – for example, if cracked, punctured or harmed by water. Disassembling or puncturing the battery can cause an explosion or fire.

REMOTE

VIDEO
To record Video, verify the camera is in Video mode.
To start recording:
Press the Grey Video Button. The camera will emit one beep and the camera light will flash while recording.
To stop recording:
Press the Grey Video Button again. The camera will emit one beep and the camera light will stop flashing while recording.

PHOTO
To capture a photo, verify the camera is in Photo mode.
To take a photo:
Press the Red Photo Button. The camera will emit a camera shutter sound.
BURST PHOTO
To capture a Burst Photo series, verify the camera is in Burst Photo mode.
To take a Burst Photo series:
Press the Red Photo Button. The camera will emit a camera shutter sound.
TIME-LAPSE
To capture a Time Lapse series, verify the Continuous Lapse is ON and the camera is in Time-Lapse Mode.
To take Tome Lapse:
Press the Red Photo Button. The camera initiates a countdown and emits a camera shutter sound each time a photo is taken.

CR2032 BATTERY REPLACEMENT FOR EK7000 REMOTE

1. Use a 1.8mm Phillips tip screwdriver to remove the 4 screws on the back cover of the remote, allowing you to open it.

2. Remove another 4 screws on the PCB board.

3. Lift the PCB board and slide out the battery, as shown in the picture.
Note: Do NOT rotate the PCB board to avoid reversing the camera and video button functions.

4. Install the new battery, keeping the “+” pole facing up.
5. Install all 4 screws back onto the PCB board.

6. Install all 4 screws back into the cover.

MOUNTING YOUR CAMERA

Attach your camera to helmets, gear, and equipment.

CONTACT US

For any inquiries with AKASO products, please feel free to contact us, we will respond within 24 hours.
E-mail: [email protected]
Tel: 888-466-9222 (US) Mon-Fri 9am-5pm (EST)
Official website: www.akasotech.com

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