ACTIVEON CX Action Camera User Manual

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USER MANUAL

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• Please read this manual carefully before the use!

1. Name of each part

• LED Indicator
(Top, Bottom, Front, Back)

• Please use “Micro HDMI” cable on HD OUT port.
• Cable not included.

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2. Operation & button description

• ACTIVEON CX is operated by two buttons. ( button , button )
• ( ) button features “Power, Shutter and Enter”.
• ( ) button features “Mode change, Navigation and User menu”.
• The feature of buttons are defined as below table.

* If Auto Power off is set, the camera will automatically shut down in

3 minutes when there is no operation.

REC Start / Stop| | Press ( ) button to start video recording or photo shoot

(Video / Photo / Burst / Timelapse)

Confirm setting menu| | Within user setup mode, press ( ) button to enter setting menu in each category

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(Video > Photo > Photo burst > Photo timelapse)
User menu| | Press the ( ) button and hold for 2 seconds to enter user setup mode
Navigator| | Press the ( ) button to move select bar on OSD menu or change setting

3. Start the camera

1. Open the battery cover and insert ACTIVEON CX Li-ion battery.
2. Insert microSD Card on the microSD Card slot. (The camera will not record when microSD Card is not inserted.)
3. Press the ( ) button and hold for two seconds. (The camera will turn on and LCD screen will display live image.)

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4. LCD screen shot

Video screen

Photo screen

(Video – Auto stop / Looping / Timelapse)
(Photo – Self timer / Timelapse / Burst)
3| Recording time information| Shows recording time information
(Current recording time / Usable recording time)
4| Battery| Shows battery capacity status
5| Resolution| Video / Photo Resolution
6| FOV| While shooting video or photo, it shows viewing angle mode (Super wide / Wide / Medium / Narrow)
7| Zoom| Shows current zoom level (None / x2 / x3 / x4)
8| Effect setting| Shows current effect setting
(Effect / Quality / Filter / AE meter / Upside Down)

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5. Graphical icon description

Fine / Normal)
Filter| | Shows current recording filter status.

(Off / Black&White / Warm / Negative / Sepia / Red / Green / Blue)

AE Meters| | Shows current recording AE meter status (Spot / Center / Average)

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(1min / 5min / 10min / 30min)
Timelapse| | Captures images in set intervals and creates a timelapse video file.
(1sec / 3sec / 5sec / 10sec /30sec / 60sec)
Looping| | Continuously records a video for a set time until you stop.
(5min / 20min / 60min / 120min)
Photo| Self Timer| | Captures an image after a set time.
(5sec / 10sec / 15sec )
Burst| | Photo burst shooting (3/1sec , 5/1sec)
Timelapse| | Captures images continuously in set intervals until you stop.
(1sec / 3sec / 5sec / 10sec / 30sec / 60sec)

6. Video recording

1. After the camera is turned on, Press( ) button to start video recording.
2. When the camera starts to record, LED light blinks* and shows recording time on the screen.
3. Press( ) button to stop recording.
4. You can adjust video settings in “User Menu”.
   * If LED off option is selected in user setup, LED light will not blink.

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7. Photo shoot

• Press ( ) button to change to photo mode.
• Mode changes as

Video mode → Photo mode → Photo burst → Photo timelapse in turn.

1. Press ( ) button to shoot photo.
2. In ‘Photo Timelapse’ mode, Press ( ) button to stop photo shooting.
3. You can adjust photo settings in “User Menu”.

8. User menu

• You can view recorded video/photo and adjust settings in “User Menu”.

1. Press ( )button and hold for two seconds to enter user menu.

2. User menu is divided into seven categories.
   (Playback, WiFi, Video, Photo, Zoom, Effect and General setting)

3. Press ( ) button to move to next option.

4. Press ( ) button to select and confirm each user menu within sub-menu.

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8-1. Playback mode

• User can view recorded video or photo on the screen.
• Press ( ) button to select control panel on top menu.
• While the file is playing, you can call the play control panel by ( ) button.

Press ( ) button to choose file.
Press ( ) button to select.
Below icons indicate different shooting modes. ( Video / Photo / Looping / Timelapse / Burst )
| Video playback
Press ( ) button to use control panel.
Press ( ) button to select.
| Photo playback
Press ( ) button to use control panel.
Press ( ) button to select.
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8-2. User setting

Function

| Sub menu|

Description

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WiFi| WiFi APP| Turn on WiFi to connect with smartphone
OFF| Turn off WiFi to disconnect with smartphone
BACK| Return to previous menu
Video Setting| Recording mode| Manual / Auto Stop / Looping / Timelapse Video
Auto Stop| 1min / 5min / 10min / 30min
Video Timelapse| 1sec / 3sec / 5sec / 10sec / 30sec / 60sec
Looping| 5min / 20min / 60min / 120min
Resolution| NTSC : 1080p 30fps / 960p 30fps / 720p 60fps / 720p 30fps / 480p 60fps
PAL : 1080p 25fps / 960p 25fps / 720p 50fps / 720p 25fps / 480p 50fps
BACK| Return to previous menu

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Function

| Sub menu|

Description

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Photo Setting| Shooting mode| Manual / Self-Timer / Burst / Timelapse
Self-Timer| 5sec / 10sec / 15sec
Burst| 3 photos per 1 sec / 5 photos per 1 sec
Timelapse| 1sec / 3sec / 5sec / 10sec / 30sec / 60sec
Resolution| 5MP / 4MP / 3MP
BACK| Return to previous menu
Zoom| x1| Zoom in (x1/x2/x3/x4)
x2
x3
x4
Effect Setting| FOV| Super wide / Wide / Medium / Narrow
Quality| Super Fine / Fine / Normal
Upside Down| On / Off
AE Meter| Center / Average / Spot
EV| -2.0 / -1.0 / 0 / 1.0 / 2.0

_* This action camera chipset supports up to 4MP and can be upscaled

up to 5MP by optical system settings._

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Function

| Sub menu|

Description

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Effect Setting| Filter| Off / Black&White / Warm / Negative / Sepia / Red / Green / Blue
Time Stamp| On / Off
Effect| Off / Aqua / Sports / Night
White Balance| Auto / 3000K / 5500K / 6500K
ISO| 100 / 200 / 400 / 1600 / Auto
BACK| Return to previous menu
General Setting| Mic Volume| Off / 30% / 70% / 100%
Speaker| Off / 30% / 70% / 100%
Beep| On / Off
LED Indicator| Off / Two / Four
TV Out| NTSC / PAL
Memory Format| Yes / No
Time Setting| MM>DD>YY>HH>MM>AM/PM>DONE
Auto LCD off| Never / 1min / 2min / 3min
Brightness| 25% / 50% / 75% / 100%

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Function

| Sub menu|

Description

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General Setting| Auto Power off| Never / 1min / 2min / 3min
Default Setting| Yes / No
Version Info| Displays current camera software version
WiFi Info| Displays current WiFi SSID and Password
BACK| Return to previous menu

9. Recharging battery

• LCD will show the low battery icon() when the battery is too low and close to the cut off level.
• The camera will save the file automatically until it is turned off. You must recharge your battery to restart.
• It will take about 3.5 hours for a full charge by USB port.
• You can use a Battery Charger (optional accessory) for fast charging.

1. Turn off the camera.
2. Connect the camera USB port to your computer via USB cable.
3. LED will turn on indicating battery is being charged.
4. LED will be turned off when it is fully charged.

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10. Smartphone control

• Utilizing WiFi APP function of ACTIVEON, user can control the camera through smartphone.
• Compatible with iOS and Android OS.
• Before connecting the camera, download ‘ACTIVEON’ application from smartphone app store.
• Search for ‘ACTIVEON’ in Apple App Store or Google Play Store.

* While smartphone is connected to the camera, camera button operation

will be disabled.

• You can take a video and photo, and adjust camera setting on ‘ACTIVEON’.
• ‘ACTIVEON’ features will be upgraded through application update through your smartphone.

11. Connect ACTIVEON CX to smartphone(using ACTIVEON App)

On your camera

• Turn on ‘WiFi APP’ function in ACTIVEON CX.
• The camera screen will display “Waiting for connection”

* If you want to turn off ‘WiFi APP’, Press ( ) for 2 seconds and

choose “Off”. At that time, you can turn off the “WiFi APP” and exit from the black screen.

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11. Connect ACTIVEON CX to smartphone(using ACTIVEON App)

On your Smartphone

• On your smartphone or tablet, turn the WiFi on and select the network CX0-xxxxxx under WiFi setting.
• Default password is ‘1234567890’.
• Run ‘ACTIVEON’ app on your smartphone or tablet.
• Press ‘Connect ACTIVEON’ on the app, now you can control your ACTIVEON camera.

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12. Transferring data to computer (compatible with both Windows OS and

Mac OS)

• If the camera is connected to a computer or battery charger while it is powered off, the camera starts to recharge the battery.
• If the camera is connected to a computer while it is powered on, the camera changes to file­transfer mode.
• While the camera is connected to a battery charger or car charger for recharge, the camera can record while it is recharging.

1. Power on ACTIVEON CX.
2. Connect the camera to a computer via USB cable.
3. The camera LCD will display as ‘USB Ready’.
4. Go to ‘my computer’ in PC.
5. Search ‘removable disk’.
6. Double click ‘removable disk’.
7. Double click ‘DCIM’ folder.
8. Open the folders to find video or photo file.
9. Copy and paste files to the computer.

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13. Firmware update (Find the latest firmware at

www.activeon.com)

• You can always find the latest firmware updates of ACTIVEON products on the website. (www.activeon.com)
• Firmware upgrade may not available if battery is too low.
• Recharge up to two cells of battery gauge for proper upgrade.

1. Format the memory card, and copy firmware file to the root directory of microSD Card.
2. Insert the microSD to ACTIVEON CX and turn on the power.
3. Firmware upgrade will automatically start as showing the updating status on the screen.
4. When upgrade is completed, the camera shows ‘F/W Updating’ and automatically turns off.

_* Do Not turn off the device or take out the battery during firmware

upgrade._

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14. Features and specifications

• “ACTIVEON CX” 1080p 30fps Action camera

• Full HD(1920 x 1080) resolution, 30fps recording

• 196ft(60m) waterproof housing

• 4M pixel high precision digital image CMOS sensor

• 170° wide-angle field of view (FOV) (* Video recording 160° FOV)

• Built-in 2.0″ LCD(320×240) screen

• Built-in WiFi antenna

• Versatile recording resolution (1080p/960p/720p/480p)

• Burst photo-shooting (* upto 5 shots in 1 second)

• H.264 codec, saved as MOV format.

• Rechargeable Li-ion battery

• Battery running time : Approximately 120 minutes of continuous recording (1080p 30fps)
  * recording time may vary, depends on environmental condition

• Recharging time : 3.5 hours by USB port / 2.5 hours by AC adapter (Optional Accessory)

• Easy graphical user interface in LCD display

• Full line of mounting accessories

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15. Inside the Package

ACTIVEON CX    Waterproof Housing     Curved Adhesive Mount
Action camera

Connecting Screw   Short Connector     Rechargeable Li-on Battery

USB Cable

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NOTICE

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CAUTION

It could be exploded if the battery is inappropriate type. Please insert proper type of battery according to instructions.

The symbol means that according to local laws and regulations your product should be disposed of separatly from household waste. When this product reaches its end of life, take it to a collection point designated by local authorities. Some collection points accept products for free. The separate collection and recycling of your product at the time of disposal will help conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment.

FCC RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT

FCC ID : XOMCCX01

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.

Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Note: 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.

The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement.
The device can be used in portable exposure condition without restriction.00

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RF Exposure Information (SAR)

NOTE : This appliance and its antenna must not be co-located of operation in conjuction with any other antenna or transmitter. A minimum separation distance of 20cm must be maintained between the antenna and the person for this appliance to satisfy the RF exposure requirements.

This device meets the U.S. government’s requirements for exposure to radio waves.

This device is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission of the U.S. Goverment.

The exposure standard employs a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption. Rate(SAR). The SAR limit set by the FCC is 1.6W/kg. Tests for SAR are conducted using standard operating positions accepted by the FCC, with the device transmitting at the certified power level in all tested different channels.

The FCC have granted an Equipment authorization for this device with all reported SAR levels evaluated as in compliance with the FCC RF exposure guidelines. SAR information on this device is on file with the FCC, and can be found under the Display Grant section of www.fcc.gov/oet/ea/fddid after searching on FCC ID : XOMCCX01

This device is compliance with SAR for general population / uncontrolled exposure limits in ANS/IEEE C95.1-1999 and had been tested in accordance with the measurement methods and procedures specified in OET bulletin 65 Supplement C.

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USA Warranty

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ACTIVEON LIMITED WARRANTY

This limited warranty is provided by ACTIVEON to the original end-user purchaser (“Purchaser”), when delivered in new condition in its original container.

The Product is warranted to be free from manufacturing defects under normal use and service for a period of 12 months from the date of original purchase (“Warranty Period”). Where there is no evidence of the date of original purchase, ACTIVEON shall consider the date of manufacture as the date of original purchase.

If the Product is returned to an ACTIVEON and ACTIVEON concludes in its discretion that the product is defective in manufacture, ACTIVEON may, at its sole discretion and without charge (a) exchange the Product for a new Product, or (b) exchange the Product for a refurbished Product.

Exchange or replacement of the Product does not extend the original warranty period of the Product.

TNo warranty shall be provided if the Product is damaged through the negligence or fault of others, abuse, mishandling, improper packaging by you, alteration, accident, electrical current fluctuations, failure to follow ACTIVEON’s operating and maintenance instructions, or if services are performed to the Product by someone other than ACTIVEON or its authorized service provider. Water, environmental, sand, and corrosion damage; battery leakage, scratches, or damage to the Product will be presumed to have resulted from misuse, abuse or failure to operate the Product as set forth in the operating and maintenance instructions. No warranty shall be provided if the Product has had its serial number or dating altered or removed.

ACTIVEON SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE DURING OR AFTER THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PERIOD STATED ABOVE, AND NO OTHER EXPERT WARRANTY OR GUARANTY, EXCEPT AS MENTIONED ABOVE, SHALL BE BINDING ON ACTIVEON. (SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU) ACTIVEON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR AND SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSE QUENTIAL DAMAGES, ANY ACCIDENT, INJURY, DEATH, LOSS OR OTHER CLAIM RELATED TO OR RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF REVENUES OR PROFITS, INCONVENIENCE, EXPENSE FOR SUBSTITUTE EQUIPMENT OR SERVICE, STORAGE CHARGES, LOSS OR CORRUPTION OF DATA, OR ANY OTHER SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES CAUSED BY THE USE OR MISUSE OF, OR INABILITY TO USE, THE PRODUCT, REGARDLESS OF THE LEGAL THEORY ON WHICH THE CLAIM IS BASED. ACTIVEON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR WATER HOUSING LEAKAGE OR ANY RESULTING DAMAGES CAUSED BY USER’S RESEALING ERROR. IN NO EVENT SHALL RECOVERY OF ANY KIND AGAINST ACTIVEON BE GREATER IN AMOUNT THAN THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT. WITHOUT LIMITING THE FOREGOING, THE PURCHASER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY FOR LOSS, DAMAGE OR INJURY TO YOU AND YOUR PROPERTY AND TO OTHERS AND THEIR PROPERTY ARISING OUT OF USE OR MISUSE OF, OR INABILITY TO USE, THE PRODUCT NOT CAUSED DIRECTLY BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF ACTIVEON. (SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU). THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXTEND TO ANYONE OTHER THAN THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF THE PRODUCT, AND IS THE PURCHASER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY.

For assistance (USA) ­ If you purchased ACTIVEON product in USA and have questions regarding the product or this Limited Warranty, please call 1-858-798-3300. Or visit www.activeon.com.

It is the Purchaser’s responsibility to properly package and send the Product, together with a copy of the original proof of purchase, an explanation of the problem, and a return address to ACTIVEON at the Purchaser’s expense. If the Product covered by this limited warranty and proven to be defective upon inspection, it will be serviced and returned to the Purchaser at no charge. Any received Product that is not covered by this limited warranty or is beyond the Warranty Period will be returned as it is.

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EU Warranty

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ACTIVEON LIMITED WARRANTY (EU)

The following limited warranty is provided by ACTIVEON with respect to the ACTIVEON product (“Product”) purchased by the original end user purchaser (“Purchaser”), when delivered in new condition in its original container. Consumers have legal rights under applicable national legislation governing the sale of consumer goods. Such rights are not affected by the warranties in this limited warranty.

The Product is warranted to be free from manufacturing defects under normal use and service for a period of 24 months as from the date of original purchase (“Warranty Period”). Where there is no evidence of the date of original purchase, ACTIVEON shall consider the date of manufacture as the date of original purchase.

If the Product is returned to ACTIVEON and ACTIVEON concludes in its discretion that the product is defective in manufacture, ACTIVEON may, at its sole discretion and without charge (a) exchange the Product for a new Product, or (b) exchange the Product for a refurbished Product.

Exchange or replacement of the Product does not extend the original Warranty Period of the Product.

No warranty shall be provided if the Product is damaged through the negligence or fault of others, abuse, mishandling, improper packaging by you, alteration, accident, electrical current fluctuations, failure to follow ACTIVEON’s operating and maintenance instructions, or if services are performed to the Product by someone other than ACTIVEON or its authorized service provider. Water, environmental, sand, and corrosion damage; battery leakage, scratches, or damage to the Product will be presumed to have resulted from misuse, abuse or failure to operate the Product as set forth in the operating and maintenance instructions. No warranty shall be provided if the Product has had its serial number or dating altered or removed. Damages deriving from an accident or caused by the natural wear and tear (including but not limited to accessories and batteries) do not fall within this guarantee or other guarantees.

ACTIVEON SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE DURING OR AFTER THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PERIOD STATED ABOVE, AND NO OTHER EXPERT WARRANTY OR GUARANTEE, EXCEPT AS MENTIONED ABOVE, SHALL BE BINDING ON ACTIVEON. (SOME TERRITORIES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU) ACTIVEON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR AND SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, ANY ACCIDENT, INJURY, DEATH, LOSS OR OTHER CLAIM RELATED TO OR RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF REVENUES OR PROFITS, INCONVENIENCE, EXPENSE FOR SUBSTITUTE EQUIPMENT OR SERVICE, STORAGE CHARGES, LOSS OR CORRUPTION OF DATA, OR ANY OTHER SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES CAUSED BY THE USE OR MISUSE OF, OR INABILITY TO USE, THE PRODUCT, REGARDLESS OF THE LEGAL THEORY ON WHICH THE CLAIM IS BASED. ACTIVEON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR WATER HOUSING LEAKAGE OR ANY RESULTING DAMAGES CAUSED BY USER’S RESEALING ERROR. IN NO EVENT SHALL RECOVERY OF ANY KIND AGAINST ACTIVEON BE GREATER IN AMOUNT THAN THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT. WITHOUT LIMITING THE FOREGOING, THE PURCHASER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY FOR LOSS, DAMAGE OR INJURY TO YOU AND YOUR PROPERTY AND TO OTHERS AND THEIR PROPERTY ARISING OUT OF USE OR MISUSE OF, OR INABILITY TO USE, THE PRODUCT NOT CAUSED DIRECTLY BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF ACTIVEON (SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU). EXCEPT WHERE PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, (I) THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXTEND TO ANYONE OTHER THAN THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF THE PRODUCT, AND IS THE PURCHASER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AND (II) THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE COUNTRY OF PURCHASE OF THE PRODUCT.

For assistance (EU) ­ If you purchased an ACTIVEON product in the EU and if you have questions regarding the Product or this Limited Warranty, please visit www.activeon.com.

It is the Purchaser’s responsibility to properly package and send the Product, together with a copy of the original proof of purchase, an explanation of the problem, and a return address to ACTIVEON. If the Product is covered by this Limited Warranty and proven to be defective upon inspection, it will be serviced and returned to the Purchaser at no charge. Any received Product that is not covered by this Limited Warranty will be returned to the Purchaser as it is.

ACTIVEON EU B.V. HULLENBERGWEG 278 1101 BV AMSTERDAM THE NETHERLANDS (Not a visiting address)

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