Akaso Keychain User manual

USER MANUAL
AKASO Keychain Camera
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What's in the Box
Your Keychain Camera
Getting Started
Standalone Use
Download the AKASO GO App
Connecting to the App
Customizing Your Keychain Camera in the “AKASO GO” App
Accessories Introduction
Updating Your Camera’s Software
Q&A
Contact Us
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CONTENTS

WHAT'S IN THE BOX
AKASO Keychain
Camera * 1
Type-C Charging
Cable * 1
Easy Clip * 1
Pivot Stand and Pivot
Stand Base * 1
Carry-on Camera
Case * 1
Magnet Base * 1
Quick Start Guide * 1
Quick Start Guide
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YOUR KEYCHAIN CAMERA
Fill Light Charging Indicator,
Power On/Off,
Wi-Fi On/Off
Status Indicator,
Fill Light On/Off,
Quick Capture
Video On/Off
Lens
Microphone
MicroSD Card Slot
Reset Button
Type-C Port
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GETTING STARTED
1. CHARGING THE BATTERY
To make the most of your new camera, we recommend fully charging the battery
before first use.
2. INSERTING/REMOVING MICROSD CARDS
• Insert the card (not included) at a downward angle with the label facing down.
• To remove the card, press it into the slot with your fingernail and it will pop out.
Step1: Open the door.
Step2: Charge the battery using the USB-C cable included.
Note: The battery cannot be removed from the camera.
The camera status light turns red during charging. When charging with a computer,
be sure that the computer is connected to a power source. If the camera status light
does not turn on, use a different USB port.
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Please use brand name memory cards that meet these requirements:
• microSD, microSDHC or microSDXC
• Class 10 or UHS-I rating
• Capacity up to 64GB (FAT32)
Note: Handle memory cards with care. Avoid contact with liquids, dust, and debris.
As a precaution, power off the camera before inserting or removing the card.
Check manufacturer guidelines regarding use in acceptable temperature ranges.
STANDALONE USE
Power On/Off
Press and hold the Power on/off Button for at least 2 seconds to power on/off the
Keychain camera, indicated by two short vibrations and a blue status indicator.
Tips: If you turn on auto shut down (1/3/5 Mins) and your Keychain camera stays in
standby mode for over 1/3/5 Mins, it will shut down automatically.
Fill Light On/Off
Firstly make sure the camera is on, press and hold the Fill Light button for at least
2 seconds to turn on or turn off the fill light.
Power On/Off
Wifi On/Off
Fill Light On/Off
Quick Capture
Video On/Off
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The AKASO GO app is available on the App Store© and Google Play™.
DOWNLOAD THE AKASO GO APP
The AKASO GO app lets you control your camera remotely using a smartphone or
tablet.
Features include camera control, live preview, playback, download, and settings.
① Turn on the camera. Press the Power button to turn on Wifi on the camera.
② Turn on Wifi on your phone, select the Wifi named SNKCXXXX and enter the
password: 1234567890 on your smartphone WLAN setting.
③ Open the AKASO GO app. Tap the “+” icon on the upper right corner.
Add “KeyChain” and click the “Live Preview”.
CONNECTING TO THE APP
Quick Capture On/Off
Firstly make sure the camera is on. Press the Quick Capture button and you will see
the blue indicator flash showing that your Keychain camera has started video
capture. Press again to stop capturing the video.
Tips: Default setting is Normal Video. The camera will also remember the video
shooting mode you selected in the app last time.
AKASO GO
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④Having successfully connected to your Keychain, you can capture photos or
videos via the app.
1. Video Setup
CUSTOMIZING YOUR KEYCHAIN CAMERA IN THE “AKASO GO” APP
Video Setting
Record Video
Loop Recording
Slow Motion Video
Time-Lapse Video
4k30fps, 2.7k30fps, 2.7k60fps, 1080P60fps,
1080P30fps, 720P120fps, 720P60fps
4k30fps, 2.7k30fps, 2.7k60fps, 1080P60fps,
1080P30fps, 720P120fps, 720P60fps
4k30fps, 2.7k30fps, 2.7k60fps, 1080P60fps,
1080P30fps, 720P120fps, 720P60fps
1080P60fps, 720P120fps, 720P60fps
Video Resolution
Video/Photo
Toggle Button
Playback Full-Screen
Shutter Button
Video/Photo Setting
Setting
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Note: The interface for default Video mode shown here is for illustrative purposes
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• Record Video
Default setting is Record Video. Press the Shutter button and the camera will record
a slow motion video.
Note: When capturing videos in high resolution or high frame rate in warm ambient
temperatures, the camera may become warm and use more power.
• Loop Recording
Loop recording time:1 Min/3 Min/5 Min
Default setting is 1 Min.
Loop recording allows your camera to overwrite old files with new files. Once the
microSD card becomes full, the camera will delete the first video file to make room
for the latest file. For example, if the setting for loop recording is “1 Minute”, then
the camera will create video clips of 1 minute in length. A 1 minute clip will be
deleted when memory is full.
• Time-Lapse Video
Time Lapse: 1 Sec/3 Sec/5 Sec/10 Sec/30 Sec/1 Min
Default setting is 1 Sec.
In Time Lapse Video mode, press the Shutter button and the camera will record a
video from frames captured at specific intervals.
Note: Time Lapse Video is captured without audio.
• Slow Motion Video
In Slow Motion Video mode, press the shutter button and the camera will record a
slow motion video.
• Wind Noise Reduction: Off/On
Default setting is Off.
Turn on Wind Noise Reduction to lower noise as required.
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• Image Stabilization: Off/On
Default setting is Off.
This setting adjusts the footage to offset for motion during capture. The result is
smoother footage, particularly useful when doing activities like cycling, motorcycling,
and other activities in which the camera is easily destabilized.
Note: Image stabilization cannot be activated when the video resolution is
1080P120fps, 720P240fps and 720P120fps.
2. Photo Setup
Photo Setting
Take Photo
Burst Photo
Time-lapse Photo
20MP, 16MP, 14MP, 10MP, 8MP, 5MP
20MP, 16MP, 14MP, 10MP, 8MP, 5MP
20MP, 16MP, 14MP, 10MP, 8MP, 5MP
Photo Resolution
• Take Photo
Default setting is Take Photo.
• Burst Photo
Continuous shots: 3 shots/7 shots/15 shots/30 shots
Default setting is 3 shots.
In burst mode, several photographs are captured in quick succession, perfect for
capturing fast-moving activities.
• Time Lapse
Time lapse interval: 3 Sec/5 Sec/10 Sec/30 Sec/1 Min
Default setting is 3 Sec. Time Lapse Photo captures a series of photos at specified
intervals. Use this mode to capture photos of any activity, then choose the best
ones later.
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3. System Setting
• Fill Light: On/Off
Default setting is Off.
In low luminance lighting conditions, Fill Light setting will help better capture photos
and videos.
• Auto-rotate: On/Off
Default setting is On.
This setting determines the orientation of your video or photos to help you prevent
upside down footage.
• Auto Shut Down: Off/1 Min/3 Min/5 Min
Default setting is 1 Min.
Auto Shut Down helps to power off camera after a period of inactivity to save
battery life.
• White Balance: Auto/Daylight/Cloudy/Tungsten/Fluorescent
Default setting is Auto.
White Balance lets you adjust the color temperature of videos and photos to
optimize for cool or warm lighting conditions.
• Distortion Calibration: Off/On
Default setting is Off.
Turn on Distortion Calibration to correct image distortion.
• Date Stamp: Off, Date, Date/Time
Default setting is Date/Time.
• Format microSD Card: Cancel/Confirm
Default setting is Cancel.
To keep your microSD card in good condition, reformat it on a regular basis.
Note: Reformatting erases all of your content, so be sure to offload your photos
and videos first.
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• Reset To Factory: Cancel/Confirm
Default setting is Cancel.
This option resets the device to the original factory settings.
• Remaining Battery
You can check how much battery is left in your device.
• Card Capacity
You can check the card capacity and remaining space of your microSD card.
• Version
You can check the version number.
ACCESSORIES INTRODUCTION
Easy Clip Magnet Board: The magnet board
should be worn underneath your shirt.
Carry-on Camera Case
Tips: It can only rotate 90° clockwise. Please do
NOT rotate it too hard to prevent the pivot stand
from falling off.
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To get the latest features and best performance from your Keychain camera, be sure
to keep updating your camera’s software. When connected to the “AKASO GO” app,
you are automatically notified if an update is available.
Connect your camera to your smartphone/tablet. If an update is available, the app
provides instructions for installing it.
PRO TIP: To see your current software version, connect your Keychain camera to the
“AKASO GO” app. Go to “Settings” to check the version number.
UPDATING YOUR CAMERA’S SOFTWARE
Important
• Using the 1/4" mounting screw, the Pivot Stand can be connected to other
compatible accessories.
• As thick clothing can weaken the magnetic force of the Board, please do not use
the Keychain camera with thick clothing. Always test the Keychain camera's
stability before shooting.
• People who wear cardiac pacemakers must not wear Magnet Board.
• When using the Pivot Stand and Sticky Base, please attach them to dry, clean and
flat surfaces. Avoid attaching them to surfaces with strong vibration.
• If the Sticky Base or Pivot Stand has lost stickiness, clean it with water and dry for
re-use. After use, re-apply their original covers to maintain stickiness. Avoid placing
the Sticky Base or Pivot Stand in high- or low-temperature environments.
Q: I want to share videos with my friends or to social media. How long does it take to
download a video to my smartphone?
A: It depends on how many clips you have and how long they are. For a single
30 second clip (4K/30fps) it will finish downloading in about 35 seconds or so.
Q: Can my camera shoot 360 degree videos?
A: No, but it can shoot roughly 124 degree videos.
Q&A
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Q: What's the battery life of my camera? What’s the longest video I can shoot before
the battery needs recharging?
A: The built-in battery is 500 mAh. The longest single video recorded was more than
60 mins according to our laboratory tests.
Q: How come my camera will not turn on?
A: Charge your camera for at least 30 mins. If you still cannot power on your device,
please hold the reset key for 3 seconds to reset your camera.
CONTACT US
For any inquiries with AKASO products, please feel free to contact us, we will respond
within 24 hours.
E-mail: [email protected]
Tel: [phone] (US) Mon-Fri (except holiday) 9am-5pm (EST)
Official website: www.akasotech.com
The microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC and SD marks and logos are trademarks of
SD-3D, LLC.
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