AEE SD21 User manual

G-SENSOR
SD21

170°
Ultrawide angle
Dynamic
HD recording
8 megapixel
shooting
Waterproof housing
and lens-protected
design
digital zooming
Laser indicator
Remote controller
with back clips and
binding interfaces
Ultralow and
high-temperature
environments
Maximum capacity
expansion
HD
output interfaces
Built-in dual-microphone
recording and external
microphones
Low-lux shooting
Automatic and
continuous
shooting
Independent stop
key for blinded
operations
180°
inverse shooting
Cyclic recording
(optional)
Camera with installation
interfaces housing-free
light and convenient
Glass-lens

Contents
Precautions.................................................................................................................................................1
Preface .......................................................................................................................................................1
Warranty ....................................................................................................................................................2
Overview ....................................................................................................................................................2
Features......................................................................................................................................................3
Structure ....................................................................................................................................................5
Use and Installation....................................................................................................................................6
Preparations ...............................................................................................................................................7
Parameter Settings .....................................................................................................................................9
Operations ...............................................................................................................................................14
Storage and Play of a File .........................................................................................................................23
Installation and Use of a Backup Battery (D23).........................................................................................24
Power Supply ...........................................................................................................................................25
Articles in the Packing Box........................................................................................................................25
Optional Accessories ................................................................................................................................26
Technical Specifications............................................................................................................................27
Precautions for the Waterproof housing ..................................................................................................28
Precautions for the 3M Dual-side Sponge Rubber ....................................................................................28
Notice ......................................................................................................................................................28
FCC Notice................................................................................................................................................29

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Precautions
When using the SD21 video camera, adhere to the following precautions:
1. Do not drop, knock or shake the video camera.
2. Do not put the video camera close to an object that generates strong magnetic field, such as a magnet or a motor. Do
not put the video camera close to an object that emits powerful radio waves, for example, an antenna. Strong magnetic
field may cause faults on the video camera or damage the image / voice data.
3. Do not expose the video camera to high temperature or direct sunshine.
4. Do not put the memory card close to an object that generates strong magnetic field, such as a television set, a speaker,
or a magnet. Do not put the memory card in a place where static electricity is easily generated.
5. Disconnect the power supply to stop recharging the battery immediately when over heat, smoke, or peculiar smell
occurs during recharging.
6. Keep the video camera out of reach of children during recharging, because the power cable may cause asphyxia or
electrical shock on children.
7. Store the video camera in a cool, dry, and dust-free place.
Preface
Thank you for purchasing AEE SD21 series compact high-definition (HD) digital video camera, which has the following
characteristics:
●Ultra small size and integrated structure
●User-friendly interfaces
●Easy operations
●Hand-free shooting to facilitate shooting of real scenarios at any time and place
●Superior recording performance thanks to dynamic HD shooting technologies, providing you with exciting video
shooting experience
This manual describes how to install and use the SD21 video camera. It also provides information about use, operations,
installation precautions, and technical specifications of the SD21 video camera. Before using the SD21 video camera, read
and understand this manual carefully and keep it properly for future use. Designed to meet the professional requirements,
AEE SD21 video camera will serve you in a long term.
Warranty
This product has been certified by certification bodies for compliance with related safety regulations and specifications
issued by the federal communications commission (FCC) and council of Europe (CE).
Overview
The SD21 video camera is a compact high-end HD digital camera intended for professional applications. It provides the
following functions:
●Performs industry-leading HD digital shooting.
●Stores voice data.
●Displays images in real time.
●Performs video recording.
●Takes pictures.
●Displays time.
●Provides laser indication.
●Performs wireless remote control.
●Performs 10X digital zooming.
●Connects to an external special-purpose microphone.
●Performs USB 2.0 high-speed data transmission.
●Recharges the battery in USB mode.
●Accessories are available to facilitate shooting at any time and place. Multiple patents of invention and technology are
integrated in the SD21 video camera.
Dispose of properly. Recycle it for a greener earth!

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Precautions
When using the SD21 video camera, adhere to the following precautions:
1. Do not drop, knock or shake the video camera.
2. Do not put the video camera close to an object that generates strong magnetic field, such as a magnet or a motor. Do
not put the video camera close to an object that emits powerful radio waves, for example, an antenna. Strong magnetic
field may cause faults on the video camera or damage the image / voice data.
3. Do not expose the video camera to high temperature or direct sunshine.
4. Do not put the memory card close to an object that generates strong magnetic field, such as a television set, a speaker,
or a magnet. Do not put the memory card in a place where static electricity is easily generated.
5. Disconnect the power supply to stop recharging the battery immediately when over heat, smoke, or peculiar smell
occurs during recharging.
6. Keep the video camera out of reach of children during recharging, because the power cable may cause asphyxia or
electrical shock on children.
7. Store the video camera in a cool, dry, and dust-free place.
Preface
Thank you for purchasing AEE SD21 series compact high-definition (HD) digital video camera, which has the following
characteristics:
●Ultra small size and integrated structure
●User-friendly interfaces
●Easy operations
●Hand-free shooting to facilitate shooting of real scenarios at any time and place
●Superior recording performance thanks to dynamic HD shooting technologies, providing you with exciting video
shooting experience
This manual describes how to install and use the SD21 video camera. It also provides information about use, operations,
installation precautions, and technical specifications of the SD21 video camera. Before using the SD21 video camera, read
and understand this manual carefully and keep it properly for future use. Designed to meet the professional requirements,
AEE SD21 video camera will serve you in a long term.
Warranty
This product has been certified by certification bodies for compliance with related safety regulations and specifications
issued by the federal communications commission (FCC) and council of Europe (CE).
Overview
The SD21 video camera is a compact high-end HD digital camera intended for professional applications. It provides the
following functions:
●Performs industry-leading HD digital shooting.
●Stores voice data.
●Displays images in real time.
●Performs video recording.
●Takes pictures.
●Displays time.
●Provides laser indication.
●Performs wireless remote control.
●Performs 10X digital zooming.
●Connects to an external special-purpose microphone.
●Performs USB 2.0 high-speed data transmission.
●Recharges the battery in USB mode.
●Accessories are available to facilitate shooting at any time and place. Multiple patents of invention and technology are
integrated in the SD21 video camera.
Dispose of properly. Recycle it for a greener earth!

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Features
The SD21 video camera has the following features:
●Provides 170° ultra-wide-angel f/2.8 lens.
●Provides a special-purpose HD lens, which supports 1080P, 1080i, 960P, and 720P HD video recording.
●Takes 8M pixels pictures in 3200x2400 resolution
●Performs 10X digital zooming.
●Performs shooting in multiple modes, such as single-key capturing, consecutive three-picture capturing, and
automatically continuous capturing.
●Provides an independent voice recording function for long-time voice recording.
●Provides a built-in vehicle black box for real-time video recording during driving.
●Provides the remote control function.
●Provides the 180° photo rollover function.
●Connects to an external TFT screen to view the video recording and playback.
●Provides better video effects in multiple video output modes (NTSC system):
− 1080P (1920x1080P) 30 frames / second
− 1080i (1920x1080i) 60 frames / second
− 960P (1280x960P) 30 frames / second
− 720P (1280x720P) 60 frames / second
− 720P (1280x720P) 30 frames / second
− WVGA (848x480P) 120 frames / second
− WVGA (848x480P) 60 frames / second
●Detects power level of the battery and free capacity of the memory card.
● Supports external T-flash (TF) cards for storage, up to 64 GB capacity.
●Performs dynamic high-speed video recording, with light and shade environment transient response.
●Detects light in three modes to meet exposure requirements in different scenarios.
●Provides night shooting mode with contrast and ISO enhancements, improving the clearness and sharpness of night
scenarios.
●Provides compact and fashionable design.
● Provides HDMI and AV output interfaces for easy connecting to HD monitor or TV set to view record files.
● Records video programs in MOV format to facilitate playback on a PC and uploading to video-sharing websites.
●Provide high color fidelity to present more clear and natural video pictures.
●A wireless remote controller can remotely control the SD21 video camera for video recording, stopping, and shooting.
Provides a unique code paring function to avoid interferences from other remote controllers.
●Supports playback, deleting files and other operations on the local video camera.
●Supports 1/4X, 1/2X, 2X, 4X, 8X, and 16X fast forwarding, fast rewinding, and playback.
●Supports RTC time settings and time overlapping.
●Supports USB 2.0.
●Provides a built-in microphone for high-quality recording.
●Supports connecting to an external microphone (special-purpose microphone only),
●Provides a 1/4-inch general-purpose interface to facilitate extension of accessories.
●Provides multiple types of sport accessories for sport recording.
●Provides shockproof features to withstand mild drop or knock.
●Provides an IP68 waterproof housing, withstanding a diving depth of 100 meters, and two-types of rear-cover deigns.
●Provides automatic standby for power saving, and supports automatic saving of audio and video data.

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Features
The SD21 video camera has the following features:
●Provides 170° ultra-wide-angel f/2.8 lens.
●Provides a special-purpose HD lens, which supports 1080P, 1080i, 960P, and 720P HD video recording.
●Takes 8M pixels pictures in 3200x2400 resolution
●Performs 10X digital zooming.
●Performs shooting in multiple modes, such as single-key capturing, consecutive three-picture capturing, and
automatically continuous capturing.
●Provides an independent voice recording function for long-time voice recording.
●Provides a built-in vehicle black box for real-time video recording during driving.
●Provides the remote control function.
●Provides the 180° photo rollover function.
●Connects to an external TFT screen to view the video recording and playback.
●Provides better video effects in multiple video output modes (NTSC system):
− 1080P (1920x1080P) 30 frames / second
− 1080i (1920x1080i) 60 frames / second
− 960P (1280x960P) 30 frames / second
− 720P (1280x720P) 60 frames / second
− 720P (1280x720P) 30 frames / second
− WVGA (848x480P) 120 frames / second
− WVGA (848x480P) 60 frames / second
●Detects power level of the battery and free capacity of the memory card.
● Supports external T-flash (TF) cards for storage, up to 64 GB capacity.
●Performs dynamic high-speed video recording, with light and shade environment transient response.
●Detects light in three modes to meet exposure requirements in different scenarios.
●Provides night shooting mode with contrast and ISO enhancements, improving the clearness and sharpness of night
scenarios.
●Provides compact and fashionable design.
● Provides HDMI and AV output interfaces for easy connecting to HD monitor or TV set to view record files.
● Records video programs in MOV format to facilitate playback on a PC and uploading to video-sharing websites.
●Provide high color fidelity to present more clear and natural video pictures.
●A wireless remote controller can remotely control the SD21 video camera for video recording, stopping, and shooting.
Provides a unique code paring function to avoid interferences from other remote controllers.
●Supports playback, deleting files and other operations on the local video camera.
●Supports 1/4X, 1/2X, 2X, 4X, 8X, and 16X fast forwarding, fast rewinding, and playback.
●Supports RTC time settings and time overlapping.
●Supports USB 2.0.
●Provides a built-in microphone for high-quality recording.
●Supports connecting to an external microphone (special-purpose microphone only),
●Provides a 1/4-inch general-purpose interface to facilitate extension of accessories.
●Provides multiple types of sport accessories for sport recording.
●Provides shockproof features to withstand mild drop or knock.
●Provides an IP68 waterproof housing, withstanding a diving depth of 100 meters, and two-types of rear-cover deigns.
●Provides automatic standby for power saving, and supports automatic saving of audio and video data.

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Structure
1. TFT screen 2. Menu key 3. Upward key
4. Leftward key 5. Downward key 6. Playback key
7. OK key 8. TFT screen lock knob 9. Wrist strap hole
10. Buzzer 11. SD card slot 12. Rightward key
13. AV out/Audio in 14. Record key 15. Video/Audio indicator (Green)
16. Power switch 17. Microphone 18. Operating/Recharging indicator (Red)
19. LCD segment screen 20. Shutter key 21. Stop key
22. Lens 23. Video/Photo indicator (Green) 24. Laser indicator
25. HDMI output 26. USB output interface 27. Threaded interface

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Use and Installation
1. Installing the SD21 Video camera
The SD21 video camera can be hand-held or used with hand-free accessories. It can be installed at your desired place
or, after being equipped with a waterproof housing, placed in water for shooting underwater sceneries.
How to install the SD21 video camera
(1). Assemble the TFT screen onto the video camera (2). Put the SD21 video camera into the waterproof housing
TFT screen video camera Assemble the TFT screen video camera Waterproof Put the video camera into
onto the video camera housing the waterproof housing
** To remove the TFT screen, press the PUSH snap button and then remove it.**
2. Installing the Remote Controller
The SD21 video camera is equipped with an independent remote controller, which can be placed at different positions,
depending on the accessories.
1. Velcro 2. Back clip 3. Binding strap (provided by users)

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Preparations
Before using the SD21 video camera, complete the following preparations:
①Power on the SD21 video camera and check the power level
Turn the power switch to the “ON” position to initiate the system. After the red indicator is on, the corresponding
symbols on the LCD screen turns on and then the system enters the preview state. On the LCD segment screen, you can
find the following information:
A Recording mode: The current recording mode is displayed on the LCD segmen screen. The icon ” “ indicates the
video mode, whereas the icon ” “ indicates audio mode.
B Photo mode: The ” “ (shooting) icon is displayed on the screen. This icon blinks once for each shooting.
C Power symbol: The ” “(power supply) icon is displayed in the upper-right corner. When the system is working, this
icon is constantly on. If this icon disappears, it indicates the SD21 video camera is in power-off or standby state.
D Video recording duration: In the medium row of the LCD segmen screen displays the duration of the current recording
video, for example, 005:20. In the preview state, press the “Video“key once to display the duration of the video
recording, and press the “Stop“key once to hide the duration.
Note: The duration for video recording on the LCD segment screen is synchronously displayed with that on the TFT screen.
E Battery capacity indication: The” ”(battery capacity) icon is displayed in the bottom-left corner. This icon indicates
the battery level when the video camera is powered on. The more bars the power indicator has, the more power the
battery has.
Note: When the video camera is in the standby or power-off state, the power icon is not displayed.
F USB connection mode: The “ ”(USB mode) icon indicates whether the video camera has been connected to a
computer. When the video camera is powered on and connected to a computer, this icon is lit with the green indicator
on the left side blinking slowly. When the video camera is not connected to a computer, this icon is not displayed.
G TF card capacity indication: The ” “(TF card capacity) icon is displayed in the bottom-right corner, indicating the
available space of the TF card. The more bars the power indicator has, the more free space you have. If the TF card is
full, the green indicator on the left side is constantly on.
At this time, on the TFT screen, you can find the following information:
A Working mode: The” “(Video recording) symbol is displayed in the upper-left corner, indicating that the video camera
is ready for video recording.
B Battery capacity: The ” “(battery power) symbol is displayed in the upper-left corner, indicating the battery level.
C Video resolution: The resolution icon in the bottom-left corner indicates the current video recording resolution.
D Available storage capacity: If a memory card is available upon power-on of the video camera, the ” ” (free space of
the memory card) icon is displayed in the bottom-right corner.
E There is no response for “< ” and “>” keys in the preview state.
F When using the supplied power supply or USB cable to recharge the battery in power off , the "Working/recharging red
indicator" on the top of the video camera blinks slowly. The red indicator will be constantly on upon full recharging. The
recharging time lasts for about 3.5 hours.
Note: Before using the video camera, check whether the battery has sufficient power. If the power level is low, use the
power adapter supplied with the video camera or USB cable to recharge the battery. The "Working/recharging red indicator"
blinks slowly during the recharging. Upon full recharging, the red indicator is constantly on, and the “ ” (battery power)
symbol is displayed on the TFT screen.
②Formatting the Micro SD card
The Micro SD card must be a high-speed card. Before video/audio recording and shooting pictures, format the Micro SD
card on the SD21 video camera. If a Micro SD card has been used on other devices, it should also be formatted on the SD21
video camera for normal use.
Note: Before formatting, make sure the files in the Micro SD card are not needed. Even the locked files on the video camera
can be removed in formatting.
③Setting the data and time
To set the date and time, perform the following operations:
− In the preview mode under power-on state, press the “M” key to display the menu interface.
− Press “>” to enter the “ ” system setup interface.
− Press “+”or ”–“ to display the “Date / Time” menu.
− Press “OK” to display the “Date / Time” interface shown as follows:
The digits under the cursor will turn blue and adjustable.
− Press “+” or “–” to adjust the date or time.
− Press “OK” after adjusting the date or time.
− Press the “M” key to exit the interface.
Parameter Settings
To set parameters, perform the following operations:
− In the preview mode under power-on state, press the “ M” key to display the menu interface.
− Press the “<” or “>” key to choose a left or right option from the menu interface.
− Press the “+” or “–” key to choose an upper or lower option from the menu interface.
− After selecting an option, press OK to save settings.
− Press the M key again to save the setting and exit the interface.
Note: After power-on, the video camera adopts all the preset settings, except for audio recording mode. You can change
settings as you desire.
①Set video camera parameters.
a. Exe.: Select ” “(the default mode) for video recording and ” “ for audio only.
b. Resolution for video recording: Select the desired resolution for video recording. You can set this parameter to the
1080P, 1080i, 960P, 720P, or WVGA resolution.

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Preparations
Before using the SD21 video camera, complete the following preparations:
①Power on the SD21 video camera and check the power level
Turn the power switch to the “ON” position to initiate the system. After the red indicator is on, the corresponding
symbols on the LCD screen turns on and then the system enters the preview state. On the LCD segment screen, you can
find the following information:
A Recording mode: The current recording mode is displayed on the LCD segmen screen. The icon ” “ indicates the
video mode, whereas the icon ” “ indicates audio mode.
B Photo mode: The ” “ (shooting) icon is displayed on the screen. This icon blinks once for each shooting.
C Power symbol: The ” “(power supply) icon is displayed in the upper-right corner. When the system is working, this
icon is constantly on. If this icon disappears, it indicates the SD21 video camera is in power-off or standby state.
D Video recording duration: In the medium row of the LCD segmen screen displays the duration of the current recording
video, for example, 005:20. In the preview state, press the “Video“key once to display the duration of the video
recording, and press the “Stop“key once to hide the duration.
Note: The duration for video recording on the LCD segment screen is synchronously displayed with that on the TFT screen.
E Battery capacity indication: The” ”(battery capacity) icon is displayed in the bottom-left corner. This icon indicates
the battery level when the video camera is powered on. The more bars the power indicator has, the more power the
battery has.
Note: When the video camera is in the standby or power-off state, the power icon is not displayed.
F USB connection mode: The “ ”(USB mode) icon indicates whether the video camera has been connected to a
computer. When the video camera is powered on and connected to a computer, this icon is lit with the green indicator
on the left side blinking slowly. When the video camera is not connected to a computer, this icon is not displayed.
G TF card capacity indication: The ” “(TF card capacity) icon is displayed in the bottom-right corner, indicating the
available space of the TF card. The more bars the power indicator has, the more free space you have. If the TF card is
full, the green indicator on the left side is constantly on.
At this time, on the TFT screen, you can find the following information:
A Working mode: The” “(Video recording) symbol is displayed in the upper-left corner, indicating that the video camera
is ready for video recording.
B Battery capacity: The ” “(battery power) symbol is displayed in the upper-left corner, indicating the battery level.
C Video resolution: The resolution icon in the bottom-left corner indicates the current video recording resolution.
D Available storage capacity: If a memory card is available upon power-on of the video camera, the ” ” (free space of
the memory card) icon is displayed in the bottom-right corner.
E There is no response for “< ” and “>” keys in the preview state.
F When using the supplied power supply or USB cable to recharge the battery in power off , the "Working/recharging red
indicator" on the top of the video camera blinks slowly. The red indicator will be constantly on upon full recharging. The
recharging time lasts for about 3.5 hours.
Note: Before using the video camera, check whether the battery has sufficient power. If the power level is low, use the
power adapter supplied with the video camera or USB cable to recharge the battery. The "Working/recharging red indicator"
blinks slowly during the recharging. Upon full recharging, the red indicator is constantly on, and the “ ” (battery power)
symbol is displayed on the TFT screen.
②Formatting the Micro SD card
The Micro SD card must be a high-speed card. Before video/audio recording and shooting pictures, format the Micro SD
card on the SD21 video camera. If a Micro SD card has been used on other devices, it should also be formatted on the SD21
video camera for normal use.
Note: Before formatting, make sure the files in the Micro SD card are not needed. Even the locked files on the video camera
can be removed in formatting.
③Setting the data and time
To set the date and time, perform the following operations:
− In the preview mode under power-on state, press the “M” key to display the menu interface.
− Press “>” to enter the “ ” system setup interface.
− Press “+”or ”–“ to display the “Date / Time” menu.
− Press “OK” to display the “Date / Time” interface shown as follows:
The digits under the cursor will turn blue and adjustable.
− Press “+” or “–” to adjust the date or time.
− Press “OK” after adjusting the date or time.
− Press the “M” key to exit the interface.
Parameter Settings
To set parameters, perform the following operations:
− In the preview mode under power-on state, press the “ M” key to display the menu interface.
− Press the “<” or “>” key to choose a left or right option from the menu interface.
− Press the “+” or “–” key to choose an upper or lower option from the menu interface.
− After selecting an option, press OK to save settings.
− Press the M key again to save the setting and exit the interface.
Note: After power-on, the video camera adopts all the preset settings, except for audio recording mode. You can change
settings as you desire.
①Set video camera parameters.
a. Exe.: Select ” “(the default mode) for video recording and ” “ for audio only.
b. Resolution for video recording: Select the desired resolution for video recording. You can set this parameter to the
1080P, 1080i, 960P, 720P, or WVGA resolution.

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Preparations
Before using the SD21 video camera, complete the following preparations:
①Power on the SD21 video camera and check the power level
Turn the power switch to the “ON” position to initiate the system. After the red indicator is on, the corresponding
symbols on the LCD screen turns on and then the system enters the preview state. On the LCD segment screen, you can
find the following information:
A Recording mode: The current recording mode is displayed on the LCD segmen screen. The icon ” “ indicates the
video mode, whereas the icon ” “ indicates audio mode.
B Photo mode: The ” “ (shooting) icon is displayed on the screen. This icon blinks once for each shooting.
C Power symbol: The ” “(power supply) icon is displayed in the upper-right corner. When the system is working, this
icon is constantly on. If this icon disappears, it indicates the SD21 video camera is in power-off or standby state.
D Video recording duration: In the medium row of the LCD segmen screen displays the duration of the current recording
video, for example, 005:20. In the preview state, press the “Video“key once to display the duration of the video
recording, and press the “Stop“key once to hide the duration.
Note: The duration for video recording on the LCD segment screen is synchronously displayed with that on the TFT screen.
E Battery capacity indication: The” ”(battery capacity) icon is displayed in the bottom-left corner. This icon indicates
the battery level when the video camera is powered on. The more bars the power indicator has, the more power the
battery has.
Note: When the video camera is in the standby or power-off state, the power icon is not displayed.
F USB connection mode: The “ ”(USB mode) icon indicates whether the video camera has been connected to a
computer. When the video camera is powered on and connected to a computer, this icon is lit with the green indicator
on the left side blinking slowly. When the video camera is not connected to a computer, this icon is not displayed.
G TF card capacity indication: The ” “(TF card capacity) icon is displayed in the bottom-right corner, indicating the
available space of the TF card. The more bars the power indicator has, the more free space you have. If the TF card is
full, the green indicator on the left side is constantly on.
At this time, on the TFT screen, you can find the following information:
A Working mode: The” “(Video recording) symbol is displayed in the upper-left corner, indicating that the video camera
is ready for video recording.
B Battery capacity: The ” “(battery power) symbol is displayed in the upper-left corner, indicating the battery level.
C Video resolution: The resolution icon in the bottom-left corner indicates the current video recording resolution.
D Available storage capacity: If a memory card is available upon power-on of the video camera, the ” ” (free space of
the memory card) icon is displayed in the bottom-right corner.
E There is no response for “< ” and “>” keys in the preview state.
F When using the supplied power supply or USB cable to recharge the battery in power off , the "Working/recharging red
indicator" on the top of the video camera blinks slowly. The red indicator will be constantly on upon full recharging. The
recharging time lasts for about 3.5 hours.
Note: Before using the video camera, check whether the battery has sufficient power. If the power level is low, use the
power adapter supplied with the video camera or USB cable to recharge the battery. The "Working/recharging red indicator"
blinks slowly during the recharging. Upon full recharging, the red indicator is constantly on, and the “ ” (battery power)
symbol is displayed on the TFT screen.
②Formatting the Micro SD card
The Micro SD card must be a high-speed card. Before video/audio recording and shooting pictures, format the Micro SD
card on the SD21 video camera. If a Micro SD card has been used on other devices, it should also be formatted on the SD21
video camera for normal use.
Note: Before formatting, make sure the files in the Micro SD card are not needed. Even the locked files on the video camera
can be removed in formatting.
③Setting the data and time
To set the date and time, perform the following operations:
− In the preview mode under power-on state, press the “M” key to display the menu interface.
− Press “>” to enter the “ ” system setup interface.
− Press “+”or ”–“ to display the “Date / Time” menu.
− Press “OK” to display the “Date / Time” interface shown as follows:
The digits under the cursor will turn blue and adjustable.
− Press “+” or “–” to adjust the date or time.
− Press “OK” after adjusting the date or time.
− Press the “M” key to exit the interface.
Parameter Settings
To set parameters, perform the following operations:
− In the preview mode under power-on state, press the “ M” key to display the menu interface.
− Press the “<” or “>” key to choose a left or right option from the menu interface.
− Press the “+” or “–” key to choose an upper or lower option from the menu interface.
− After selecting an option, press OK to save settings.
− Press the M key again to save the setting and exit the interface.
Note: After power-on, the video camera adopts all the preset settings, except for audio recording mode. You can change
settings as you desire.
①Set video camera parameters.
a. Exe.: Select ” “(the default mode) for video recording and ” “ for audio only.
b. Resolution for video recording: Select the desired resolution for video recording. You can set this parameter to the
1080P, 1080i, 960P, 720P, or WVGA resolution.
For the
PAL system
For the
NTSC system

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broad view medium view narrow view
c. View: This parameter involves three types of views: broad view ( ), medium view ( ), and narrow view ( ).
The following example shows the same picture in different views:
The preceding views apply only to the 1080P or 1080i HD video recording and photo modes. You can select a
view angle as you desire.
d. Bit rate: This parameter can be set to High bit rate ( ) or Normal ( ). If this parameter is set to High, pictures are
clearer, but the file size increases.
e. Laser SYNC video: Select” “to enable the laser indicator, or select” “(the default option) to disable the laser
indicator.
f. Time lapse: In the preview state, press the "M" key to enter the video recording setup interface, choose "Time lapse"
and set the desired interval settings.The available options are OFF(the default option),0.1s,0.5s,1s,2s,5s,10s,30s.
g. Pre-video: In the preview state, press the ”M” key to enter the video recording setup interface, choose”Pre-video” to
enable the pre-video recording function.
In this mode, press the “Video key” to enable the pre-recording function, that is the video recording starts without
saving the data; press the Video key again, the last a few seconds of the pre-recorded video will be saved as the starting
part of the video recording file.
h. Auto video: In the preview state, press the “M” key to enter the video recording setup interface, choose “Auto video”,
and set the count-down time before the automatic video recording. The available options are OFF, 5 s, 10 s, or 20s.
i. 180°photo rollover: In the preview state, press the “M” key to enter the video recording setup interface, and choose
“180° Photo Rollover”.
This function allows you to shoot photos from any angle. The 180° photo rollover function is unavailable for video
recording in WVGA/100fps and WVGA/120fps modes.

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j. Display time: In the preview state, press the M key to enter the video recording setup interface, choose “DISPLAY
TIME”.
If you set this parameter to “ON”, the video camera automatically records the date and time during video recording
and displays them in the bottom-right corner of the screen. If you set this parameter to “OFF”, the video camera does
not display the date and time during video recording. （The display time function is unavailable for video
recording in 1080i, WVGA/100fps, and WVGA/120fps modes.）
Note:
a. In audio recording mode, press the “Video” key once to start audio recording. The audio recording duration is
displayed in the upper-right corner of the TFT screen, and the green indicator blinks slowly. Press the “Stop” key to stop
and store the currently recorded audio file. In such a situation, the green indicator is off, and the red indicator is
constantly on (the operation prompt is displayed on the LCD segment screen), and the video camera restores to the
state for audio recording.
b. During audio recording, the video camera responds only to the “Stop”, “Power off” keys.
c. When the laser SYNC video function is enabled, the laser icon is displayed in the upper-left corner of the preview screen,
indicating that the video camera is in such a shooting mode. The laser will be turned when starting video recording,
and turned off when stopping video recording.
d. When the pre-video and auto video functions are both enabled, press the “Video”key to automatically record the time
in reverse counting mode; press the “Video” key again, the last a few seconds of the pre-recorded video will be saved
as the starting part of the video recording file.
e. zooming is not required in WVGA/100fps, and WVGA/120fps video recording mode.
②Set camera parameters.
a. Resolution: Select the required resolution for shooting. You can set this parameter to “3.0M”, “5.0M”, or “8.0M”.
b. single shot : When the camera is set to the single-key shooting mode, one picture is captured when the “Photo” key is
pressed once.
c. Continuous capture (three): When the “Photo” key is pressed once, three pictures are continuously captured, and three
click tones are also continuously generated.
d. Auto cont. capture: Pictures is captured at intervals of 1s, 2s, 3s, 5s, 10s, 20s ,30s or 60s until the “ Stop ” key is
released, the memory card is full, or the battery power is low.
e. Timed shooting: Select the reverse-counting time for auto-shooting (This parameter can be set to OFF, 3s, 5s, or 10s),
and choose “Timed Shooting” and press the “M” key to return to the preview state. Then press the “Photo” key to
start reverse counting timer. When the preset time is reached, the auto-shooting indicator blinks, and the camera takes
a picture. To restore to other shooting modes, set “Timed Shooting” to “OFF”. Otherwise, the camera maintains in
timed shooting mode.
f. Display time: In the preview state, press the “M” key. On the setup interface, choose “Display Time”. If you set this
parameter to ON in advance, the camera automatically records the date and time during shooting and displays them in
the bottom-lower corner of the photo. If you set this parameter to OFF in advance, the camera does not display the
date and time during shooting. (The display time function is unavailable for photo shooting in 1080i,
WVGA/100fps, and WVGA/120fps modes).
Note:
1. The timed shooting function and other shooting functions cannot be simultaneously enabled. Set Timed shooting to
“OFF” to restore to the other shooting modes. Otherwise, the camera is defaulted in timed shooting mode.
2. In single shot mode, the Auto cont. capture parameter is automatically set to OFF.
3. If the Auto cont capture parameter is set to 1s, the time display function is unavailable.
③Set system parameters
a. Prompt tone: Set this parameter to “ON” to enable the tick tone or OFF to mute the tick tone.
Note: This parameter cannot be set to mute the prompt tones for shooting and video recording. Instead, this parameter
can only be set to mute the tone generated upon pressing a key on the TFT screen and no-operation prompt tones.
b. Status indicator: After choosing the required menu, set this parameter to ON (turning on the status indicator) or OFF
(turning off the status indicator). By default, set this parameter to ON.
c. Video content loop: When this parameter is set to ON, a recorded video file is automatically saved once by segment
every 15 minutes. When this parameter is set to OFF, a recorded video file is automatically saved once by segment every
30 minutes.
d. Auto to standby: Set this parameter to OFF, 2 mins, 5 mins, or 10 mins. You can select the time for automatic standby.
After presetting the time, the system starts counting time when there is no task or operation. When the preset time is
reached, the SD21 video camera disables the input/output and enters standby mode. During time counting, the system
restarts counting time if any tasks or operations are carried out. During the standby period, the SD21 video camera
starts working if the Video, Photo, or Stop key is pressed. In factory setting, this parameter is set to OFF.
e. TV output system: Set this parameter to NTSC or PAL. You can set the video system for output on a TV set. A black
screen appears for two seconds during switchover between the NTSC and PAL systems, and this situation is normal.
Note: Before using the video camera, select NTSC or PAL depending on your region. After the video system is selected, the
light source frequency also changes to avoid image blinking during video recording.
f. G-Sensor: If this parameter is set to “ON”, the video camera starts video recording when the video camera is shaken or
when the vehicle starts. If the video camera does not shake or when the vehicle stops, the video camera stops video
recording in about three minutes. By default, this parameter is set to OFF.
g. Contrast: Set this parameter to “Standard” by default. To improve the image effect during night shooting, set this
parameter to “Enhanced”.
h. ISO sensitivity: This parameter is set to Auto by default. To improve the image effect during night shooting, set this
parameter to “Low lux”.
i. Metering: Set this parameter to “Average” by default to ensure the general exposure effect. If the central area is dark
but the surrounding area is bright, set this parameter to “Central Area” to improve the imaging effect in the central
dark area. If the central area is bright but the surrounding area is dark, set this parameter to “Central Spot” to improve
the imaging effect for the surrounding dark area.
j. Language: Press the “<” or “>” key to choose your desired language.
k. Date/time: You can adjust the date and time, which are overlapped in the bottom-right corner of a video or shooting
file during video recording or shooting.
l. Format: Select “Format” to remove all the files.
Note: If a memory card is inserted, the video camera formats the memory card .
m. Recover factory setting: This parameter restores all parameter settings to the factory settings. After you set this
parameter, the system displays all the menu options in English. Press the M key to display menu options. Press the “<”
or “>” key to display the “System Setup” menu. Press the “–” key, and choose “Language”. Then set the system in
your desired language. After resetting to the factory setting, the system displays 01/01/2013 00:00 for the time.
n. Ver: This parameter only shows the version number of the software used on the video camera.
Note: When selecting a state from a submenu, press the “M” key for a backward operation, and press “OK” for
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j. Display time: In the preview state, press the M key to enter the video recording setup interface, choose “DISPLAY
TIME”.
If you set this parameter to “ON”, the video camera automatically records the date and time during video recording
and displays them in the bottom-right corner of the screen. If you set this parameter to “OFF”, the video camera does
not display the date and time during video recording. （The display time function is unavailable for video
recording in 1080i, WVGA/100fps, and WVGA/120fps modes.）
Note:
a. In audio recording mode, press the “Video” key once to start audio recording. The audio recording duration is
displayed in the upper-right corner of the TFT screen, and the green indicator blinks slowly. Press the “Stop” key to stop
and store the currently recorded audio file. In such a situation, the green indicator is off, and the red indicator is
constantly on (the operation prompt is displayed on the LCD segment screen), and the video camera restores to the
state for audio recording.
b. During audio recording, the video camera responds only to the “Stop”, “Power off” keys.
c. When the laser SYNC video function is enabled, the laser icon is displayed in the upper-left corner of the preview screen,
indicating that the video camera is in such a shooting mode. The laser will be turned when starting video recording,
and turned off when stopping video recording.
d. When the pre-video and auto video functions are both enabled, press the “Video”key to automatically record the time
in reverse counting mode; press the “Video” key again, the last a few seconds of the pre-recorded video will be saved
as the starting part of the video recording file.
e. zooming is not required in WVGA/100fps, and WVGA/120fps video recording mode.
②Set camera parameters.
a. Resolution: Select the required resolution for shooting. You can set this parameter to “3.0M”, “5.0M”, or “8.0M”.
b. single shot : When the camera is set to the single-key shooting mode, one picture is captured when the “Photo” key is
pressed once.
c. Continuous capture (three): When the “Photo” key is pressed once, three pictures are continuously captured, and three
click tones are also continuously generated.
d. Auto cont. capture: Pictures is captured at intervals of 1s, 2s, 3s, 5s, 10s, 20s ,30s or 60s until the “ Stop ” key is
released, the memory card is full, or the battery power is low.
e. Timed shooting: Select the reverse-counting time for auto-shooting (This parameter can be set to OFF, 3s, 5s, or 10s),
and choose “Timed Shooting” and press the “M” key to return to the preview state. Then press the “Photo” key to
start reverse counting timer. When the preset time is reached, the auto-shooting indicator blinks, and the camera takes
a picture. To restore to other shooting modes, set “Timed Shooting” to “OFF”. Otherwise, the camera maintains in
timed shooting mode.
f. Display time: In the preview state, press the “M” key. On the setup interface, choose “Display Time”. If you set this
parameter to ON in advance, the camera automatically records the date and time during shooting and displays them in
the bottom-lower corner of the photo. If you set this parameter to OFF in advance, the camera does not display the
date and time during shooting. (The display time function is unavailable for photo shooting in 1080i,
WVGA/100fps, and WVGA/120fps modes).
Note:
1. The timed shooting function and other shooting functions cannot be simultaneously enabled. Set Timed shooting to
“OFF” to restore to the other shooting modes. Otherwise, the camera is defaulted in timed shooting mode.
2. In single shot mode, the Auto cont. capture parameter is automatically set to OFF.
3. If the Auto cont capture parameter is set to 1s, the time display function is unavailable.
③Set system parameters
a. Prompt tone: Set this parameter to “ON” to enable the tick tone or OFF to mute the tick tone.
Note: This parameter cannot be set to mute the prompt tones for shooting and video recording. Instead, this parameter
can only be set to mute the tone generated upon pressing a key on the TFT screen and no-operation prompt tones.
b. Status indicator: After choosing the required menu, set this parameter to ON (turning on the status indicator) or OFF
(turning off the status indicator). By default, set this parameter to ON.
c. Video content loop: When this parameter is set to ON, a recorded video file is automatically saved once by segment
every 15 minutes. When this parameter is set to OFF, a recorded video file is automatically saved once by segment every
30 minutes.
d. Auto to standby: Set this parameter to OFF, 2 mins, 5 mins, or 10 mins. You can select the time for automatic standby.
After presetting the time, the system starts counting time when there is no task or operation. When the preset time is
reached, the SD21 video camera disables the input/output and enters standby mode. During time counting, the system
restarts counting time if any tasks or operations are carried out. During the standby period, the SD21 video camera
starts working if the Video, Photo, or Stop key is pressed. In factory setting, this parameter is set to OFF.
e. TV output system: Set this parameter to NTSC or PAL. You can set the video system for output on a TV set. A black
screen appears for two seconds during switchover between the NTSC and PAL systems, and this situation is normal.
Note: Before using the video camera, select NTSC or PAL depending on your region. After the video system is selected, the
light source frequency also changes to avoid image blinking during video recording.
f. G-Sensor: If this parameter is set to “ON”, the video camera starts video recording when the video camera is shaken or
when the vehicle starts. If the video camera does not shake or when the vehicle stops, the video camera stops video
recording in about three minutes. By default, this parameter is set to OFF.
g. Contrast: Set this parameter to “Standard” by default. To improve the image effect during night shooting, set this
parameter to “Enhanced”.
h. ISO sensitivity: This parameter is set to Auto by default. To improve the image effect during night shooting, set this
parameter to “Low lux”.
i. Metering: Set this parameter to “Average” by default to ensure the general exposure effect. If the central area is dark
but the surrounding area is bright, set this parameter to “Central Area” to improve the imaging effect in the central
dark area. If the central area is bright but the surrounding area is dark, set this parameter to “Central Spot” to improve
the imaging effect for the surrounding dark area.
j. Language: Press the “<” or “>” key to choose your desired language.
k. Date/time: You can adjust the date and time, which are overlapped in the bottom-right corner of a video or shooting
file during video recording or shooting.
l. Format: Select “Format” to remove all the files.
Note: If a memory card is inserted, the video camera formats the memory card .
m. Recover factory setting: This parameter restores all parameter settings to the factory settings. After you set this
parameter, the system displays all the menu options in English. Press the M key to display menu options. Press the “<”
or “>” key to display the “System Setup” menu. Press the “–” key, and choose “Language”. Then set the system in
your desired language. After resetting to the factory setting, the system displays 01/01/2013 00:00 for the time.
n. Ver: This parameter only shows the version number of the software used on the video camera.
Note: When selecting a state from a submenu, press the “M” key for a backward operation, and press “OK” for
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j. Display time: In the preview state, press the M key to enter the video recording setup interface, choose “DISPLAY
TIME”.
If you set this parameter to “ON”, the video camera automatically records the date and time during video recording
and displays them in the bottom-right corner of the screen. If you set this parameter to “OFF”, the video camera does
not display the date and time during video recording. （The display time function is unavailable for video
recording in 1080i, WVGA/100fps, and WVGA/120fps modes.）
Note:
a. In audio recording mode, press the “Video” key once to start audio recording. The audio recording duration is
displayed in the upper-right corner of the TFT screen, and the green indicator blinks slowly. Press the “Stop” key to stop
and store the currently recorded audio file. In such a situation, the green indicator is off, and the red indicator is
constantly on (the operation prompt is displayed on the LCD segment screen), and the video camera restores to the
state for audio recording.
b. During audio recording, the video camera responds only to the “Stop”, “Power off” keys.
c. When the laser SYNC video function is enabled, the laser icon is displayed in the upper-left corner of the preview screen,
indicating that the video camera is in such a shooting mode. The laser will be turned when starting video recording,
and turned off when stopping video recording.
d. When the pre-video and auto video functions are both enabled, press the “Video”key to automatically record the time
in reverse counting mode; press the “Video” key again, the last a few seconds of the pre-recorded video will be saved
as the starting part of the video recording file.
e. zooming is not required in WVGA/100fps, and WVGA/120fps video recording mode.
②Set camera parameters.
a. Resolution: Select the required resolution for shooting. You can set this parameter to “3.0M”, “5.0M”, or “8.0M”.
b. single shot : When the camera is set to the single-key shooting mode, one picture is captured when the “Photo” key is
pressed once.
c. Continuous capture (three): When the “Photo” key is pressed once, three pictures are continuously captured, and three
click tones are also continuously generated.
d. Auto cont. capture: Pictures is captured at intervals of 1s, 2s, 3s, 5s, 10s, 20s ,30s or 60s until the “ Stop ” key is
released, the memory card is full, or the battery power is low.
e. Timed shooting: Select the reverse-counting time for auto-shooting (This parameter can be set to OFF, 3s, 5s, or 10s),
and choose “Timed Shooting” and press the “M” key to return to the preview state. Then press the “Photo” key to
start reverse counting timer. When the preset time is reached, the auto-shooting indicator blinks, and the camera takes
a picture. To restore to other shooting modes, set “Timed Shooting” to “OFF”. Otherwise, the camera maintains in
timed shooting mode.
f. Display time: In the preview state, press the “M” key. On the setup interface, choose “Display Time”. If you set this
parameter to ON in advance, the camera automatically records the date and time during shooting and displays them in
the bottom-lower corner of the photo. If you set this parameter to OFF in advance, the camera does not display the
date and time during shooting. (The display time function is unavailable for photo shooting in 1080i,
WVGA/100fps, and WVGA/120fps modes).
Note:
1. The timed shooting function and other shooting functions cannot be simultaneously enabled. Set Timed shooting to
“OFF” to restore to the other shooting modes. Otherwise, the camera is defaulted in timed shooting mode.
2. In single shot mode, the Auto cont. capture parameter is automatically set to OFF.
3. If the Auto cont capture parameter is set to 1s, the time display function is unavailable.
③Set system parameters
a. Prompt tone: Set this parameter to “ON” to enable the tick tone or OFF to mute the tick tone.
Note: This parameter cannot be set to mute the prompt tones for shooting and video recording. Instead, this parameter
can only be set to mute the tone generated upon pressing a key on the TFT screen and no-operation prompt tones.
b. Status indicator: After choosing the required menu, set this parameter to ON (turning on the status indicator) or OFF
(turning off the status indicator). By default, set this parameter to ON.
c. Video content loop: When this parameter is set to ON, a recorded video file is automatically saved once by segment
every 15 minutes. When this parameter is set to OFF, a recorded video file is automatically saved once by segment every
30 minutes.
d. Auto to standby: Set this parameter to OFF, 2 mins, 5 mins, or 10 mins. You can select the time for automatic standby.
After presetting the time, the system starts counting time when there is no task or operation. When the preset time is
reached, the SD21 video camera disables the input/output and enters standby mode. During time counting, the system
restarts counting time if any tasks or operations are carried out. During the standby period, the SD21 video camera
starts working if the Video, Photo, or Stop key is pressed. In factory setting, this parameter is set to OFF.
e. TV output system: Set this parameter to NTSC or PAL. You can set the video system for output on a TV set. A black
screen appears for two seconds during switchover between the NTSC and PAL systems, and this situation is normal.
Note: Before using the video camera, select NTSC or PAL depending on your region. After the video system is selected, the
light source frequency also changes to avoid image blinking during video recording.
f. G-Sensor: If this parameter is set to “ON”, the video camera starts video recording when the video camera is shaken or
when the vehicle starts. If the video camera does not shake or when the vehicle stops, the video camera stops video
recording in about three minutes. By default, this parameter is set to OFF.
g. Contrast: Set this parameter to “Standard” by default. To improve the image effect during night shooting, set this
parameter to “Enhanced”.
h. ISO sensitivity: This parameter is set to Auto by default. To improve the image effect during night shooting, set this
parameter to “Low lux”.
i. Metering: Set this parameter to “Average” by default to ensure the general exposure effect. If the central area is dark
but the surrounding area is bright, set this parameter to “Central Area” to improve the imaging effect in the central
dark area. If the central area is bright but the surrounding area is dark, set this parameter to “Central Spot” to improve
the imaging effect for the surrounding dark area.
j. Language: Press the “<” or “>” key to choose your desired language.
k. Date/time: You can adjust the date and time, which are overlapped in the bottom-right corner of a video or shooting
file during video recording or shooting.
l. Format: Select “Format” to remove all the files.
Note: If a memory card is inserted, the video camera formats the memory card .
m. Recover factory setting: This parameter restores all parameter settings to the factory settings. After you set this
parameter, the system displays all the menu options in English. Press the M key to display menu options. Press the “<”
or “>” key to display the “System Setup” menu. Press the “–” key, and choose “Language”. Then set the system in
your desired language. After resetting to the factory setting, the system displays 01/01/2013 00:00 for the time.
n. Ver: This parameter only shows the version number of the software used on the video camera.
Note: When selecting a state from a submenu, press the “M” key for a backward operation, and press “OK” for
confirmation.

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j. Display time: In the preview state, press the M key to enter the video recording setup interface, choose “DISPLAY
TIME”.
If you set this parameter to “ON”, the video camera automatically records the date and time during video recording
and displays them in the bottom-right corner of the screen. If you set this parameter to “OFF”, the video camera does
not display the date and time during video recording. （The display time function is unavailable for video
recording in 1080i, WVGA/100fps, and WVGA/120fps modes.）
Note:
a. In audio recording mode, press the “Video” key once to start audio recording. The audio recording duration is
displayed in the upper-right corner of the TFT screen, and the green indicator blinks slowly. Press the “Stop” key to stop
and store the currently recorded audio file. In such a situation, the green indicator is off, and the red indicator is
constantly on (the operation prompt is displayed on the LCD segment screen), and the video camera restores to the
state for audio recording.
b. During audio recording, the video camera responds only to the “Stop”, “Power off” keys.
c. When the laser SYNC video function is enabled, the laser icon is displayed in the upper-left corner of the preview screen,
indicating that the video camera is in such a shooting mode. The laser will be turned when starting video recording,
and turned off when stopping video recording.
d. When the pre-video and auto video functions are both enabled, press the “Video”key to automatically record the time
in reverse counting mode; press the “Video” key again, the last a few seconds of the pre-recorded video will be saved
as the starting part of the video recording file.
e. zooming is not required in WVGA/100fps, and WVGA/120fps video recording mode.
②Set camera parameters.
a. Resolution: Select the required resolution for shooting. You can set this parameter to “3.0M”, “5.0M”, or “8.0M”.
b. single shot : When the camera is set to the single-key shooting mode, one picture is captured when the “Photo” key is
pressed once.
c. Continuous capture (three): When the “Photo” key is pressed once, three pictures are continuously captured, and three
click tones are also continuously generated.
d. Auto cont. capture: Pictures is captured at intervals of 1s, 2s, 3s, 5s, 10s, 20s ,30s or 60s until the “ Stop ” key is
released, the memory card is full, or the battery power is low.
e. Timed shooting: Select the reverse-counting time for auto-shooting (This parameter can be set to OFF, 3s, 5s, or 10s),
and choose “Timed Shooting” and press the “M” key to return to the preview state. Then press the “Photo” key to
start reverse counting timer. When the preset time is reached, the auto-shooting indicator blinks, and the camera takes
a picture. To restore to other shooting modes, set “Timed Shooting” to “OFF”. Otherwise, the camera maintains in
timed shooting mode.
f. Display time: In the preview state, press the “M” key. On the setup interface, choose “Display Time”. If you set this
parameter to ON in advance, the camera automatically records the date and time during shooting and displays them in
the bottom-lower corner of the photo. If you set this parameter to OFF in advance, the camera does not display the
date and time during shooting. (The display time function is unavailable for photo shooting in 1080i,
WVGA/100fps, and WVGA/120fps modes).
Note:
1. The timed shooting function and other shooting functions cannot be simultaneously enabled. Set Timed shooting to
“OFF” to restore to the other shooting modes. Otherwise, the camera is defaulted in timed shooting mode.
2. In single shot mode, the Auto cont. capture parameter is automatically set to OFF.
3. If the Auto cont capture parameter is set to 1s, the time display function is unavailable.
③Set system parameters
a. Prompt tone: Set this parameter to “ON” to enable the tick tone or OFF to mute the tick tone.
Note: This parameter cannot be set to mute the prompt tones for shooting and video recording. Instead, this parameter
can only be set to mute the tone generated upon pressing a key on the TFT screen and no-operation prompt tones.
b. Status indicator: After choosing the required menu, set this parameter to ON (turning on the status indicator) or OFF
(turning off the status indicator). By default, set this parameter to ON.
c. Video content loop: When this parameter is set to ON, a recorded video file is automatically saved once by segment
every 15 minutes. When this parameter is set to OFF, a recorded video file is automatically saved once by segment every
30 minutes.
d. Auto to standby: Set this parameter to OFF, 2 mins, 5 mins, or 10 mins. You can select the time for automatic standby.
After presetting the time, the system starts counting time when there is no task or operation. When the preset time is
reached, the SD21 video camera disables the input/output and enters standby mode. During time counting, the system
restarts counting time if any tasks or operations are carried out. During the standby period, the SD21 video camera
starts working if the Video, Photo, or Stop key is pressed. In factory setting, this parameter is set to OFF.
e. TV output system: Set this parameter to NTSC or PAL. You can set the video system for output on a TV set. A black
screen appears for two seconds during switchover between the NTSC and PAL systems, and this situation is normal.
Note: Before using the video camera, select NTSC or PAL depending on your region. After the video system is selected, the
light source frequency also changes to avoid image blinking during video recording.
f. G-Sensor: If this parameter is set to “ON”, the video camera starts video recording when the video camera is shaken or
when the vehicle starts. If the video camera does not shake or when the vehicle stops, the video camera stops video
recording in about three minutes. By default, this parameter is set to OFF.
g. Contrast: Set this parameter to “Standard” by default. To improve the image effect during night shooting, set this
parameter to “Enhanced”.
h. ISO sensitivity: This parameter is set to Auto by default. To improve the image effect during night shooting, set this
parameter to “Low lux”.
i. Metering: Set this parameter to “Average” by default to ensure the general exposure effect. If the central area is dark
but the surrounding area is bright, set this parameter to “Central Area” to improve the imaging effect in the central
dark area. If the central area is bright but the surrounding area is dark, set this parameter to “Central Spot” to improve
the imaging effect for the surrounding dark area.
j. Language: Press the “<” or “>” key to choose your desired language.
k. Date/time: You can adjust the date and time, which are overlapped in the bottom-right corner of a video or shooting
file during video recording or shooting.
l. Format: Select “Format” to remove all the files.
Note: If a memory card is inserted, the video camera formats the memory card .
m. Recover factory setting: This parameter restores all parameter settings to the factory settings. After you set this
parameter, the system displays all the menu options in English. Press the M key to display menu options. Press the “<”
or “>” key to display the “System Setup” menu. Press the “–” key, and choose “Language”. Then set the system in
your desired language. After resetting to the factory setting, the system displays 01/01/2013 00:00 for the time.
n. Ver: This parameter only shows the version number of the software used on the video camera.
Note: When selecting a state from a submenu, press the “M” key for a backward operation, and press “OK” for
confirmation.
Operations
1. Insert a Micro SD card into the SD21 video camera.
Note: Use a branded Micro SD card, for example, Transcend Class 10 memory card.
2. Powering on the SD21 Video camera
Turn the power switch to the ON position to power on the SD21 video camera. At this time, the red indicator is on, and
the SD21 video camera changes to the preview state.
Note:
a. If the battery power is low, the” “symbol is displayed on the TFT screen together with a promot.
b. If no Micro SD card is inserted, no symbol is displayed in the bottom-right corner of the TFT screen.
3. Recording a Video
In the preview state, press the ”Video” key to start video recording. The video recording duration is displayed in the
upper-right part of the TFT screen. The "Video/Audio indicator (green)" and the "Video/Photo indicator (green)" on the
top of the video camera blink slowly. The recording duration is correctly displayed on the LCD segment screen. During
video recording, the video camera responds only to operations for the zoom in (+) and zoom out (–) keys. Press the
“Stop” key once to stop and save the currently recorded video file, and the video indicator (green) on the front side is
off. The video camera restores to the preview state. The recording duration disappears on the LCD segment screen.
Note:
a. During video recording, turn the power switch to the “OFF” position to power off the video camera after saving the
currently recorded file.
b. During video recording, if the battery power runs low, the system saves the currently recorded file and enters standby
mode, displaying a prompt of “Low battery ” on the TFT screen, until the video camera is powered off.
c. During video recording, if the Micro SD card is full, the system saves the currently recorded file. The system also displays
a message “Card full” on the TFT screen, indicating that the Micro SD card is full. In addition, the duration for video
recording stops on the LCD segment screen, and the system restores to the preview state.
d. In cyclic recording mode, the system automatically saves a file every 15 minutes. (The cyclic recording function and the
pre-video function cannot be simultaneously enabled.)
e. If the D23 backup battery is provided and fully recharged, the video camera can continuously record video programs
for about four hours and record audio programs for about seven hours.
f. In WVGA/100 and WVGA/120 modes, the video camera does not support the time display, zooming, and 180° photo
rollover functions. In 1080i/50 and 1080i/60 modes, the video camera does not support the time display function.
g. In audio recording mode, the volume cannot be adjusted by pressing the “+” or “–” key. In playback, however, the
volume can adjusted by pressing the “+” or “–” key.
h. If the video camera provides a TFT screen and is in the preview state, after using a HDMI patch cord to connect the video
camera to a HD display device, you can perform basic operations for the video camera on the HD display device (These
basic operations, however, cannot be performed if no TFT screen is available on the video camera).
4. Taking a Picture
Before taking a picture, perform the following operations to set the image resolution.
— Press the “M” key to display the setup interface.
— Press the “>” key to display the camera setup interface ( ).
— Press the “+” or “–” key and choose “Image Resolution”.
— Press “OK” to display the resolution setup menu.
You can set the resolution to any of the following three modes:
3M, with an image resolution of 2048 x 1536.
5M, with an image resolution of 2592 x 1944.
8M, with an image resolution of 3200 x 2400.
Four photo shooting modes are available for the video camera.
a. single shot (the default mode)
In the preview state, press the “Photo” key once to take a picture while the system generates a click tone. The green
indicator on the front side of the video camera also blinks once (the shooting icon on the LCD segment screen blinks
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Operations
1. Insert a Micro SD card into the SD21 video camera.
Note: Use a branded Micro SD card, for example, Transcend Class 10 memory card.
2. Powering on the SD21 Video camera
Turn the power switch to the ON position to power on the SD21 video camera. At this time, the red indicator is on, and
the SD21 video camera changes to the preview state.
Note:
a. If the battery power is low, the” “symbol is displayed on the TFT screen together with a promot.
b. If no Micro SD card is inserted, no symbol is displayed in the bottom-right corner of the TFT screen.
3. Recording a Video
In the preview state, press the ”Video” key to start video recording. The video recording duration is displayed in the
upper-right part of the TFT screen. The "Video/Audio indicator (green)" and the "Video/Photo indicator (green)" on the
top of the video camera blink slowly. The recording duration is correctly displayed on the LCD segment screen. During
video recording, the video camera responds only to operations for the zoom in (+) and zoom out (–) keys. Press the
“Stop” key once to stop and save the currently recorded video file, and the video indicator (green) on the front side is
off. The video camera restores to the preview state. The recording duration disappears on the LCD segment screen.
Note:
a. During video recording, turn the power switch to the “OFF” position to power off the video camera after saving the
currently recorded file.
b. During video recording, if the battery power runs low, the system saves the currently recorded file and enters standby
mode, displaying a prompt of “Low battery ” on the TFT screen, until the video camera is powered off.
c. During video recording, if the Micro SD card is full, the system saves the currently recorded file. The system also displays
a message “Card full” on the TFT screen, indicating that the Micro SD card is full. In addition, the duration for video
recording stops on the LCD segment screen, and the system restores to the preview state.
d. In cyclic recording mode, the system automatically saves a file every 15 minutes. (The cyclic recording function and the
pre-video function cannot be simultaneously enabled.)
e. If the D23 backup battery is provided and fully recharged, the video camera can continuously record video programs
for about four hours and record audio programs for about seven hours.
f. In WVGA/100 and WVGA/120 modes, the video camera does not support the time display, zooming, and 180° photo
rollover functions. In 1080i/50 and 1080i/60 modes, the video camera does not support the time display function.
g. In audio recording mode, the volume cannot be adjusted by pressing the “+” or “–” key. In playback, however, the
volume can adjusted by pressing the “+” or “–” key.
h. If the video camera provides a TFT screen and is in the preview state, after using a HDMI patch cord to connect the video
camera to a HD display device, you can perform basic operations for the video camera on the HD display device (These
basic operations, however, cannot be performed if no TFT screen is available on the video camera).
4. Taking a Picture
Before taking a picture, perform the following operations to set the image resolution.
— Press the “M” key to display the setup interface.
— Press the “>” key to display the camera setup interface ( ).
— Press the “+” or “–” key and choose “Image Resolution”.
— Press “OK” to display the resolution setup menu.
You can set the resolution to any of the following three modes:
3M, with an image resolution of 2048 x 1536.
5M, with an image resolution of 2592 x 1944.
8M, with an image resolution of 3200 x 2400.
Four photo shooting modes are available for the video camera.
a. single shot (the default mode)
In the preview state, press the “Photo” key once to take a picture while the system generates a click tone. The green
indicator on the front side of the video camera also blinks once (the shooting icon on the LCD segment screen blinks
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b. Continuous capture (three)
On the camera setup interface, press the “+” or “–” key and choose “Single Photo”. Press “OK” to display the
interface. Press the “>” key, and choose Continuous capture (three). Press “OK” again to exit the interface. Press the
“M” key to exit the camera setup interface. After setting is complete, the SD21 video camera continuously takes three
pictures when you press the Photo key once.
c. Auto cont capture
On the camera setup interface, press the “–” key and choose “Auto Cont Capture”. Press “OK” to set the time interval
for continuous shooting to OFF, 1s, 2s, 3s, 5s, 10s, 20s ,30s or 60s . After press the “>” key to set the time interval.
Press “OK” again to exit the intreface. Press the “M” key to exit the setup interface. At this time, if you press the
“Photo” key, the SD21 video camera takes a picture at each interval until you press the “Stop” key to cancel shooting.
d. Timed shooting
On the camera setup interface, press the “+” key and choose “Timed Shooting”. Press “OK” to set the time in
auto-shooting mode to OFF, 3 s, 5 s, or 10 s. Press the “>” key, and choose “Timed Shooting”. Press “OK” again to
save and exit the interface. Press the M key to exit the camera setup interface. After setting is complete, the SD21 video
camera starts reverse-counting timer when you press the Photo key once. When the preset time is reached, the SD21
video camera takes a picture.
5. Recording an Audio File
To record an audio file, perform the following operations:
— Press the “M” key on the video camera setup interface, choose “ Exe. ”., and then press “OK” to display the video and
audio options.
— Press the “<” or “>” key, and choose ” “ for audio only, and press ”OK” again. The system gets ready for audio
recording.
— Press the “Video” key to start recording an audio file. At this time, the green indicator blinks slowly. The video camera
also displays the audio recording symbol on the TFT screen and starts counting time. In addition, the recording duration
is correctly displayed on the LCD segment screen.
— Press the “Stop” key to save and stop the currently recorded audio file. At this time, the green indicator on the front
side is off. The video camera restores to the preview state for audio recording. The recording duration also disappears
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After audio recording is complete, press the “M” key. On the system setup interface, choose “ Exe. ”., and press “OK” to
display the “Audio” option. Press “OK” to display the video and audio options, and choose “Video”. Press “OK” again to
exit the setup interface. The video camera restores to the preview state for video recording.
Note:
a. Power on the video camera again to restore to the video recording mode. After audio recording is complete, you can
also press the ” “ key twice to restore to the video recording mode.
b. Press and hold the Stop key for two seconds to directly change the video camera to the ready state for audio only.
6. Playing Back a File
You can view the recorded audio/video and photo files on the SD21 video camera. To view a file, perform the following
operations:
— Press the “ ”key to display the playback interface. Press the“ ”key again to exit the playback interface.
— Select ” “(the video files interface) to view a recorded video file. Select ” “(the photo files interface) to view a
photo file. Select ” “(the mixed file interface) to view all the video, audio, and photo files.
If there are many files, it takes a few seconds time for the video camera to display the preview interface.
1) Playing a Video File
To play a video file, perform the following operations: On the video file interface ( ), press the “+”, “–”, “>”, or “<”
key to display all the files displayed in thumbnails. Select the required file, and press OK to play it.
When playing a video file, you can use the following keys:
Key Description Key Description
+Turns up the sound volume. –Turns down the sound volume.
<
Plays a file in slow rewind mode when you press and hold this
key for a long time.
Plays a file in fast rewind mode when you press and hold this
key for a short time.
>
Plays a file in slow forward mode when you press
and hold this key for a long time.
Plays a file in fast forward mode when you press
and hold this key for a short time.
Resets and plays a file from the beginning when your press this
key.
Returns to the playback interface when you press this key again.
OK Starts or suspends playing a video file when you
press this key.