Akaso DL12 User manual

USER MANUAL
AKASO DL12 Mirror Dash Cam
V1.2

What’s in the Box
Camera Overview
Installation
Formatting the MicroSD Card
Setting
Play Videos on Computer
Specifications
Precautions
Q&A
Contact Us
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CONTENTS

What’s in the Box
DL12 Dual Dash Cam * 1 Rear Camera * 1
Car Charger Adapter * 1
Rear Camera
Extension Cable * 1
GPS * 1
Screws * 2
Pry Tool * 1 Cable Clips * 5
Straps * 4
Double-sided
Adhesive Tape *1
Quick Start Guide * 1
Quick Start Guide
AKASODL12 Mirror Dash Cam
V1.2
Cleaning Cloth * 1
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AV
USB GPS
TF
CAMERA OVERVIEW
Rear Camera IN
USB Power Port
MicroSD Card Slot
GPS Port
Touch Screen
Mic
Power Button / Screen Saver
Back Clasp Reset Back Clasp
Front Camera Speaker
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INSTALLATION
1. Insert the microSD card into the mirror dash cam.
microSD
2. Attach the mirror dash cam on the rear view mirror by straps.
3. Connect the car charger to the car cigarette lighter port, then connect the
USB connector to the USB power port of the mirror dash cam.
4. Connect the rear camera and the extension cable to the dash cam to
check whether the rear camera works well.
5. Connect the GPS module to the dash cam, and attach it on the A-Pillar.
6. Adjust the view angle of the front camera to get a good view.
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Cable Clip
A-Pillar
A-Pillar
8. Install the rear camera.
①Installation position options.
Position 1: Install the rear camera on the rear windshield. Position 1 is designed
for live stream rear review only, not for reversing guide. The installation is easier.
7. Use the pry tool to hide the cables, please refer to the following
instructions.
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Position 2: Install the rear camera near the license plate. Position 2 is highly
recommended. The back image is crisp and clear for both rear viewing and
reversing guide.
Reversing Lamp Reversing Lamp Positive Lead
Rear
Rear Camera
To use the reversing function, install the rear camera in position 2, then connect
the red trigger cable of rear camera extension cable to the positive lead of the car
reversing lamp.
Note:
①Pay attention to the connector position when connect the rear camera with the
extension cable. Please refer to the below details:
②Please clean the position to ensure the adhesive quality before install the rear
camera.
③Please clean the rear windshield regularly to ensure the image quality if choose
the position 1.
④If choose the position 2, you can install the rear camera with the included
adhesive sticker or screws.
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1. Press to stop recording, if necessary. Tap to enter the Settings interface.
2. Select "Format" then tap the "OK" icon to format the microSD card.
FORMATTING THE MICROSD CARD
Note:
①All data will be deleted. Before formatting your microSD card, please remember
to back up your important data on your other devices.
②Every time you insert a microSD card, please format it in the camera to ensure
that the microSD card is compatible with the camera.
Format
Back Resolution Loop Record Time-Lapse Record Audio G-Sensor Parking Guard License Screen Saver Video Encode
DefaultLanguage Date/TimeStream MediaBoot SoundSpeakerKey VoiceUSB ModeFrequency Format
Notice
Format SD at once?
Cancel OK
Fast format
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SETTING
After turning on the camera, click the screen and press to stop recording.
The time displayed in the top-left corner indicates how long has been recorded.
When the time displays “0:00:00”, that means the card is full. If turning on ”Loop
Record”, you don’t need to change or format the card, it still records and the latest
file will automatically overwrite the existed file.
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Slide from left to right to select the types of the recorded videos.
Select the types of the recorded videos in the interface. Front ordinary video /Front
urgent video / Rear ordinary video / Rear urgent video / Front photo / Rear photo
is optional. The default list is front ordinary videos.
20210201232902_001048A.MP4
20210201225910_001047A.MP4
20210201225901_001046A.MP4
20210201225709_001045A.MP4
20190107011127_001013A.MP4
20190107011122_001012A.MP4
20190107011021_001011A.MP4
20190107011016_001010A.MP4
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PageUp
PageDown
Return
Delete
Selected
Lock
Selected
UnLock
Selected
Select ALL
20210202191935_001056A.MP4
20210202003629_001055A.MP4
20210202002725_001054A.MP4
20210202002625_001053A.MP4
20210202002524_001052A.MP4
20210202002429_001051A.MP4
20210202001938_001050A.MP4
20210202000147_001049A.MP4
Fronturgent
video
Rearurgent
video
Frontphoto RearphotoFrontordinary
video
Rear ordinary
video
Return
EMR EMR
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Double click any of the videos , it will be played on the screen.
Click the icon in front of a video name to choose the video.
Click the Select All button to choose all the videos, click “Delete Selected” to delete
the chosen videos.
On the left side of screen, slide up or down to adjust the view angle.
On the right screen, slide up or down by finger to adjust the screen brightness.
When sliding the right side of screen, The icon will appear, and you can adjust the
brightness. Sliding up, the brightness lightens; sliding down, the brightness darkens.
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1. Audio: Allows the recorded videos with or without sound. Turn on/off for optional,
default is on.
Click to turn on/off the record Audio.
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3. Lock The Current Video
When DL12 begins to work, click the icon to lock the current video. The video is
about 20s.
Click the lock-icon to unlock the current recording video.
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2. Still Photo
When recording videos, click the icon to save the photo.
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4. Setup
Click to enter Settings.
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Resolution Loop recording Audio G-Sensor Parking Guard License Screen Saver Video Encode
Default SettingLanguage Date/TimeStream MediaBoot SoundVolumeKey VoiceFrequency Format
Return
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Resolution: 2K+1080P/1080P+1080P for optional, default is 2K + 1080P.
Set the video resolution for recording.
Loop Record: 1 Minute / 3 Minutes / 5 Minutes for optional, default is 1 Minute.
The files will be saved every 3 minutes if you choose 3 minutes. When the memory
card is full, the new files will cover the existed one if the loop recording is on; If it is
off, the camera won’t record any more when the card is full, need to format the SD
card or change a new one.
Record Audio: ON/OFF for optional, default is ON.
Recording Audio means when recording videos, the audio is being simultaneously
recorded.
G-Sensor: Off / Low / Medium / High for optional, default is Off.
G-Sensor means any collision will activate the camera to record, and the videos will
be locked which will never be covered by new files.
The video will be stored as a file based on the time you set in the loop recording.
When driving, if the road is bumpy, please adjust it to Low or turn off it directly to
prevent the camera damaged because of the memory card is full. When parking,
recommend you to adjust it to Medium.
Parking Guard: Off / Low / Middle / High for optional, default is Off.
The camera will be turned on automatically and start recording, if there is a hit of the
car during parking. The video will be saved and the camera automatically shut down
after 30 seconds.
License: Off / On / Enter your license number, default is Off.
Screen Saver: Off / 1 minute /3 minutes for optional, default is Off.
The screen will be turned off automatically after the time you set.
After turning off, the screen will reduce power consumption, the camera still works
and records under the display off. Just click the screen, it will turn on.
Video Encode: Default is H.264.
Video Encode is used to store and transmit videos, and supports mainstream video
encode standard-H.265.
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Frequency: 50Hz/60Hz for optional, default is 60Hz.
Mirror Image: Off / On for optional, default is on.
When Mirror Image turnes on, the principle is just like traditional rear view mirror,
image displayed on the screen is opposite.
Key Tone: Off / On for optional, default is On.
Turn On / Off the button sound.
Speaker: Mute / High / Medium / Low for optional, default is Medium.
Adjust the volume in the playback video.
Boot Sound: On / Off for optional, default is On.
Stream Media: On / Off for optional, default is On.
When starts recording, the camera will be comprehensive monitoring both the front
and the rear traffic conditions in the real time, without delay.
Language: English / French / Spanish / German / Italian / Simple Chinese /
Traditional Chinese / Russian / Japanese for optional.
Default is English.
Date/Time: Year Month Day Hour Minute Second.
Set the date and time.
Format: Format the microSD card.
Note:
①All data will be deleted. Before formatting your microSD card, please remember to
back up your important data on your other devices.
②Every time you insert a microSD card, please format it in the camera to ensure
that the microSD card is compatible with the camera.
Default Setting: Restore factory default settings.
Version: Check the camera’s version information.
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PLAY VIDEOS ON COMPUTER
When having formatted the microSD Card, the player installation file will be included
in microSD card. When the card is read by computer, please install the player first.
Besides, you can also click the following link to download the dedicated player:
https://www.akasotech.com/player
SPECIFICATIONS
Name
Size
Net Weight
Screen
MicroSD Card
MIC
GPS Module
Model
Viewing Angle
Working
Temperature
Battery
Max Video
Resolution
WDR
AKASO Mirror Dash Cam
255*70*38mm
373g
16GB-128GB
Built-in
12 inches HD Touch Screen
DL12
320° (Front+Rear)
-4°F - 140°F
Support
Included
500mAh
2.5K
Note:
MicroSD Card U3 or above is Highly Recommended for DL12 mirror dash cam
(MicroSD card is not included).
Please format the card in the camera before using this mirror dash cam.
PRECAUTIONS
1. Please safekeep, prevent the lens from scratch and dirt.
2. Please pay attention to anti-fouling and moisture-proof.
3. Do not expose the machine to the sun directly, prevent the built-in battery from
damage.
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Q&A
Q: Why the camera always indicates “no card inserted”?
A: 1. Please ensure that the memory card is U3 or above.
2. Format the memory card on computer firstly. When you format it on computer,
please choose "FAT32(Default)" on File system, and choose "32 kilobytes" on
Allocation unit size.
3. Format it in the camera.
Q: The camera doesn’t work anymore.
A: Please check whether the memory card is full, if yes, please save the files and
format the SD card.
Q: The image is blurry.
A: The windshield will reflect the light, please adjust the camera.
Q: The camera loses power often.
A: Due to different vehicle designs, please rotate the car charger to adjust it keeping
stable.
Q: The camera is unable to power on.
A: Please make sure that whether the charge indicator light is on or off, if it is off,
please re-insert the car charger and reset the camera.
Q: All buttons are invalid.
A: Please reset the camera to restart.
Q: The camera doesn’t record automatically after turning on.
A: Check whether the memory card is full or reformat the card, if this problem exists,
please change a new card.
Q: The video does not make a sound.
A: Please confirm whether recording mode is on, an icon will show on the screen.
If the icon is , please click to turn on the audio mode.
Q: The camera keeps turning on and off automatically.
A: Please charge the camera via USB car charger, do not charge the battery via the
USB data cable with other adapters.
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CONTACT US
For any inquires 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
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