FOREVER EC-2124 Car Camera User Manual

FOREVER EC-2124 Car Camera

 INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing our product. We are confident that its use will be a great pleasure for you. Please read the user manual carefully before using the product, in particular the instructions on safe use. Please keep this manual in order to be able to refer to it while using the product. Please make this manual available to all persons who will use the product.

 INTENDED USE

The product is designed for recording video footage of driving. It also offers a photo-taking function. The device cannot be used commercially or industrially.

TECHNICAL DATA

PRINCIPLES OF SAFE USE

Read these guidelines carefully. Not following them may be dangerous or illegal.

IMPORTANT SAFETY IN$STRUCTIONS

Do not switch on the device when the use of electronic devices is prohibited or if it might cause interference or danger. Always abide by any kinds of prohibitions, regulations and warnings conveyed by the staff of the entity where you wish to use the device.
WATER AND OTHER LIQUIDS
Protect the device from water and other liquids. Avoid using the device in environments with high humidity like kitchens or bathrooms. Water particles may cause moisture to appear in the device, which adversely affects the electronics and may cause damage to the equipment.
MODIFICATIONS
The manufacturer is not responsible for any defects caused by unauthorized modifications to the equipment.
SURROUNDINGS
The device should not be used in dusty conditions. Connect the unit so that it cannot be damaged or endanger people or animals. Do not expose the device to sunlight and do not use it or leave it in close proximity to heat-generating devices (heaters, radiators etc.). Plastic parts may deform, which may affect the operation of the device or cause it to break down completely.
CHILDREN AND PHYSICALLY OR MENTALLY DISABLED PEOPLE
This device is not a toy. Keep the device, its accessories and packaging out of reach of children. Cables and plastic packaging may wrap around the child’s neck or be swallowed, resulting in suffocation or choking. This device should not be operated by people (including children) with limited physical or mental abilities, as well as by people with no earlier experience in operation of electronic equipment They may use the device only under supervision of people responsible for their safety.
QUALIFIED SERVICE
This product may only be repaired by qualified service personnel of the manufacturer or by an authorised service centre. Repairing by an unauthorized or unqualified service may cause device damage and warranty loss.

BATTERY

WARNING!
Keep the device battery out of reach of children. Ingestion can lead to burns, soft tissue damage and death. Extensive burns can occur within two hours of swallowing
Avoid exposing the built-in battery to very high/low temperatures (below 0°C/32°F and over 45°C/113°F). Extreme temperatures can affect its service life. Avoid contact of
the battery with liquids and metal objects, which may result in total or partial damage to the battery. Do not disassemble, modify, do not short- circuit, or dispose of the battery pack into a fire – it may cause explosion and fire. Worn-out or impaired battery place in a dedicated container. The battery in the device is not replaceable by the user.

 EXPLANATIONS OF THE SYMBOLS

 CONTENTS OF THE SET

After unpacking, check that all listed parts are in the package and that the device is working properly. Included in the set:

1. Car camera
2. Holder with suction cup
3.  Car adapter
4. User Manual

If any of the above items is missing or damaged, please contact your dealer.

CONSTRUCTION

APPEARANCE OF THE DEVICE AND ITS COMPONENTS

1. microUSB connector
2. Hooking point of the handle
3. Speaker
4. Camera lens
5. MicroSD cards connector
6. RESET button
7. 2,2″ Display
8. status LED
9.  POWER button
10.  UP button
11.  Down button
12. M button

USE

BEFORE FIRST USE – CHARGING THE BATTERY

• Before switching on the device for the first time, charge the battery using the car adapter included in the kit or the USB mains adapter which is not included in the kit. If there are problems with the battery or if it needs to be replaced, the device should be delivered to the manufacturer’s service centre. Incorrect charger connection of the microUSB cable may cause damage to the device. All damages resulting from improper handling are not covered by the warranty.
• The device can heat up during charging. It is a regular occurrence and should not affect the stability or performance of the device. Do not leave the charged device unattended, as this may result in fire or damage to equipment and other environmental hazards.
• If the device does not charge correctly, deliver it with the charger to the manufacturer’s service centre.
• The battery installed in the device is not designed for long-term, continuous power supply. Its function is to maintain power supply in case the ignition is switched off in the car, e.g. during a short stoppage.

To start charging your device’s battery, connect the included car adapter to your car’s cigarette lighter socket and the micro USB plug of the adapter cable to the micro USB connector (5) on your device. The device will automatically switch on and the battery symbol next to the watch will flash.
Low battery charge is indicated by a message on the device screen.
SWITCHING THE DEVICE ON AND OFF

• Before use, insert a memory card of up to 32 GB in the micro SD card slot and perform the formatting process in the settings menu.

The device switches on automatically once the power supply is on. The device is switched by pressing POWER (9) button for about 2 seconds. If there is a memory card in the micro SD card slot (5) during auto or manual switch-on, the unit will start recording video automatically. In the settings menu, you can enable the camera to automatically switch off after a set period of inactivity – one or three minutes.
SETTINGS MENU
To activate the settings menu, make sure that video recording is turned off – it is not possible to activate the settings menu during recording. Press the M button (12) to enter the settings menu. Menu navigation is by means of the up (10) and down (11) buttons. The POWER button (9) is used to confirm the selection and the M button (12) to exit the menu
Structure and functions of the settings menu:
(names may vary depending on installed version of software)

• Video quality – choice of video resolution: 1080p, 720p, VGA
• Photo quality – choice of photo resolution: 12M, 10M, 8M, 5M, 3M, 2M, 1M
• Video time – divide video recordings into segments of one, two, three or five minutes
•   Motion detection – turns video recording on and off when motion is detected
•   White balance – select white balance profile: auto, daylight, cloudy, tungsten, fluorescent
• Sharpness – select image sharpness: high, normal, soft
• EV – select exposure from +2 to -2 in 1/3 increments
• Screensaver – activates the screensaver function after the specified period of inactivity: three, five and ten minutes
• Auto off. – activates the automatic switch off function after a defined period of inactivity: one or three minutes.
• Video audio – enables or disables the recording of sound during video recording
• Parking mode – switches parking monitoring mode on or off
• G-sensor – select accelerometer sensitivity: off, 2G, 4G or 8G.
• Date & Time – allows to change time and date
• Language – allows to choose language.
• Date label – Enables or disables date visibility in videos and photos
• Frequency – selection of the refresh rate for screen recording
• Format – format the memory card
• Sys. Reset – restoring factory settings
• Version – displays the software version

BASIC WORK MODE
The device has three basic modes of operation

• Video mode – for taking video recordings
• Photo mode – for taking photos
• Preview mode – used to preview completed videos and photos

Pressing the M button (12) for a long time switches between the following modes. In video and photo mode, a short press on the POWER button (9) turns recording on/off or takes a photo. In preview mode, a short press on the POWER button turns video playback on/off, the up (10)/down (11) buttons switch between files, and the M button opens the file delete menu where you can delete files individually or in bulk.
ADVANCED OPERATING MODES

•  Motion detection – when enabled in the settings menu, the unit automatically starts video recording when motion is detected in the camera’s field of view; recording is automatically switched off if no motion is detected for 10 seconds.
•  Parking mode (parking monitoring) – after enabling this function in the settings menu, the camera enters the standby mode after switching off, in which it starts recording if it detects movement (e.g. swinging) of the car.
• G–Sensor – when enabled in the settings menu, this feature automatically starts video recording when sudden changes in car acceleration are detected.
•  After connecting the camera to a computer using a USB cable (not supplied), the device allows you to work in two additional modes:
  • Memory mode – allows you to use the device with an inserted memory card as a mass storage device
  • Camera mode – a llows to use the device as a webcam

MOUNTING

Insert the suction cup holder clip into the camera’s bracket mount (2) and move towards the centre of the device so that the camera cannot detach itself from the bracket. Lift the lever on the suction cup of the holder and apply the suction cup to the desired location on the windscreen or other flat and smooth surface in the dashboard area. Lower the lever to attach the product to the surface.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

• Regular and proper cleaning and maintenance will ensure a long service life and trouble–free operation of the equipment.
• Cleaning and maintenance may only be carried out when the appliance is switched off.
• No part of the device may be submerged in water.
• Do not use sharp tools or aggressive cleaning agents, including concentrated dishwashing liquids, milks and scrubbing pastes, to clean heavy dirt.

The components of the appliance may only be cleaned with a dry cloth, a brush or paper towel. In case of heavy soiling, the suction cup of the handle can be wiped with a damp cloth and then dried.

TROUBLESHOOTING

In case of any problems with the device, please refer to the following tips.

• The device has no user–serviceable parts.

I cannot switch the device on.| Charge the battery.
Check the car adapter for damage.
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The device does not charge when the power supply is connected| Check that the power source or its cable is not damaged. Check that the micro USB connector on the product is not damaged. If the included car adapter does not allow charging, please contact the manufacturer’s hotline.
Camera operates very briefly on battery power| The battery installed in the device is not designed for long–term,  continuous  power  supply.  Its function  is  to maintain power supply in case the ignition is switched off in the car, e.g. during a short stoppage.
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The device does not read the installed memory card| Make sure the memory card you install has a capacity of up to and including 32GB. Format the memory card in the device settings menu.
The device records video without sound| Make sure that audio recording is enabled in the device settings menu.
Once the device is connected to a computer with a USB cable, you cannot use memory mode and the camera.| Make sure the USB cord is working and is not damaged. Check that the USB connector on the computer and the micro USB connector on the camera are not damaged.
If you have failed to remedy the problem, please contact the manufacturer’s hotline.

 STORAGE AND TRANSPORT

STORAGE OF EQUIPMENT
If you will not be using the device for an extended period of time, after switching it off and cleaning it, store it and its accessories in the supplied carrying case in a dry room away from sources of heat and humidity. It is best to place the device out of reach of children and pets.
TRANSPORT OF THE DEVICE
It is recommended to transport the device when it is switched off and cleaned. We recommend that it is packed into the supplied etui. Do not expose the unit to excessive vibration or shock during transportation. When handling, only carry the unit holding it securely by the housing. Do not expose the device to high temperatures or moisture.

WARRANTY AND SERVICE

The product is covered by a 3 year warranty from the date of sale of the product. In case of a defect, the product should be returned to the shop where it was purchased, remembering to provide the proof of purchase. The product should be complete and preferably packed in its original packaging.

 MANUFACTURER

mPTech Sp. z o.o. Nowogrodzka street, 31 00–511 Warsaw Poland
Helpline: (+48 71) 71 77 400 E–mail: kontakt@mptech.eu Manufactured in China

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