Akeeyo AKY-X6 User manual

User's Manual
AKEEYO
Intelligent Rear View Mirror Car Recorder
Thank you very much for purchasing our product.
Please read this manual carefully to install and use the product in the correct
manner. After reading this manual, please keep it in a safe place along with
warranty card and use it when necessary.
AKY-X6
AKY-X6 PC Player Activation Code
● About the dedicated PC player
(Please scan the QR code on page 34 to download).
Enter the activation code on the paper manual into the dedicated PC player.
After activation, you can use the dedicated PC player.
● One code can only activate one PC, cannot be used multiple times on other PCs.
●Please keep the instruction manual in a safe place.
If you forget/lost the activation code, please contact customer service.

Notes Before Installation.
This manual is applicable to "AKY-X6-W" and "AKY-X6-N".
"AKY-X6-W" / "AKY-X6-N" difference: Use different standard rear camera.
● AKY-X6-N Rear Camera: inside the car special (not waterproof)
●AKY-X6-W Rear camera: For both outside and inside the car
(IP67 waterproof)
If you need to replace or purchase a rear camera, please contact
customer service.
(Sold separately)
(Sold separately)

Catalog
はじめに
●Safety instructions...........................................................................1-3
●Notes for use...................................................................................4-6
●Product components list..................................................................7-8
●Name and function of each part......................................................9-10
●About Micro SD Card.....................................................................11-13
●About Auto Recording.....................................................................13
●About power on/off........................................................................14-15
●About date setting...........................................................................16
●About the LCD display.....................................................................17
●About the cigarette lighter................................................................18
●About installation............................................................................19-25
●Screen mode....................................................................................26
●Screen mode・Function menu operation.........................................27-28
●Screen mode・Camera display mode ............................................29
●About LCD screen operation...........................................................30
●Recording Type..............................................................................31-32
●Playback of recorded video............................................................33-34
●About HUD mode............................................................................35
●Setting menu..................................................................................36-39
●Troubleshooting...............................................................................40
●Specifications...................................................................................41
●About Warranty................................................................................42

●Safety instructions...........................................................................1-3
●Notes for use...................................................................................4-6
●Product components list..................................................................7-8
●Name and function of each part......................................................9-10
●About Micro SD Card.....................................................................11-13
●About Auto Recording.....................................................................13
●About power on/off........................................................................14-15
●About date setting...........................................................................16
●About the LCD display.....................................................................17
●About the cigarette lighter................................................................18
●About installation............................................................................19-25
●Screen mode....................................................................................26
●Screen mode・Function menu operation.........................................27-28
●Screen mode・Camera display mode ............................................29
●About LCD screen operation...........................................................30
●Recording Type..............................................................................31-32
●Playback of recorded video............................................................33-34
●About HUD mode............................................................................35
●Setting menu..................................................................................36-39
●Troubleshooting...............................................................................40
●Specifications...................................................................................41
●About Warranty................................................................................42
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Safety instructions
For your safety, please be sure to comply with these safety instructions
for prevent traffic accidents.
Caution
Pay attention
Prohibit
Enforce
Precautions that must be observed to avoid the risk of death or serious injury.
Precautions to avoid the risk of minor injuries and property damage.
Precautions that must never be done.
Precautions that must be compulsorily observed.
Caution
Be sure to use fuses of the specified capacity
and have them replaced by a professional.
Using a fuse with more than the specified
capacity may cause fire, smoke, fire or
malfunction. (Fuse 3A)
Do not install this product in a place that
obstructs driving or visibility or poses a danger
to occupants.
Installation in a place that obstructs
driving, obstructs front and rear visibility,
or poses a danger to occupants may
result in a traffic accident or injury.
Never use the bolts or nuts of the car's safety
parts when installing.
Using bolts and nuts from safety parts
such as steering wheels and brakes can
lead to accidents.
Drivers should not operate this product or
watch the video inside this product while driving.
Watching the video while driving may
result in a traffic accident. Please be sure
to park your car in a safe place and use it
with the handbrake off.
After installation and wiring, make sure that the
electrical parts of the car are working normally.
If the electrical parts of the car (brakes,
lights, horn, directional lights, etc.) are
not working normally, it may lead to fire,
electric shock or accidents.
When setting up the wiring, please make sure
it will not interfere with driving or getting in and
out of the car.
Please make sure all lines are secured
together and do not wrap them around
the pedals, steering wheel, etc. as this
may lead to accidents or injuries.

Suitable for cars with DC12V/24V negative
terminal.
It is only suitable for cars with DC1 2V/24V
negative terminal. It cannot be used for
other cars. Otherwise, it may cause fire
or malfunction.
Safety instructions
Please check the position of the car pipeline,
fuel tank, etc. before installing.
When drilling holes in the body of the car
for installation, please make sure that it
will not interfere with or touch the pipes
and fuel tanks. In addition, please
prevent rust and water from entering the
processing part. Otherwise, it may lead to
fire, electric shock or accident.
Do not use the product if it is malfunctioning
or abnormal.
If used in abnormal conditions such as
smoke or odor, it may cause a fire.
Stop using immediately and contact
customer service.
Please do not disassemble or modify.
There is high voltage inside, private
disassembly or modification may cause
fire or electric shock.
Please consult with customer service for
internal inspection and repair of the
product.
Small parts such as brackets should be placed
out of the reach of children.
Otherwise, they may be accidentally
swallowed. In case you think a child has
swallowed it, please consult a doctor
immediately.
Do not allow water or foreign objects to enter
the inside of the unit.
If metal or flammable objects get inside,
not only will it malfunction, but it will also
heat up due to short circuit or poor
contact, which may cause fire, smoke, fire
or electric shock.
Insulate the ends of unused wires.
Insulate with tape to avoid contact
between the uncoated part and the metal
part of the car. Failure to do so may result
in a short circuit and cause a fire or
electric shock.
Be sure to disconnect the negative battery
terminal during wiring and installation work.
If wiring and installation work is performed
with the negative battery terminal
connected, a short circuit may occur,
resulting in electric shock or injury.
Follow the instructions for proper wiring and
installation.
If do not follow the instructions for proper
wiring and installation, it may cause fire
or accidents.
Please install or remove the wiring by
professionals.
Installation and wiring require professional
knowledge and experience.
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Safety instructions
Do not use it for purposes other than in-vehicle use.
If it is used for purposes other than vehicles
(such as recreational boats, outdoor doors,
etc.), it may cause smoke, fire, electric
shock, injury or malfunction.
Do not subject this product to strong shocks.
Dropping, hitting or otherwise impacting this
product may result in malfunction or fire.
Do not bite, pull or damage the wires.
Otherwise, it may cause fire or malfunction
due to short circuit or broken wire.
Be sure to use accessories and specified parts.
Use of parts other than those specified may
cause damage to the interior of the
equipment or may cause the equipment to
become unstable and fall off, resulting in an
accident, malfunction or fire.
Do not install in high temperature locations.
Direct sunlight or hot air/ wind from the
heater may increase the internal temperature
of the product, and may cause a fire or
malfunction.
Do not install in places where is water or moisture,
dusty or greasy smoke.
If this product gets wet with water due to rain
or car washing, if moisture/ dust/ grease
fumes enter, it may cause smoke, fire,
electric shock, or malfunction.
Do not install it in a place that is prone to vibration
or instability.
If installed on a large curved surface, it may
fall off while driving and could cause an
accident or injury to a person.
It is prohibited to touch this product during
thunderstorm, it may cause electric shock.
Do not use it for any purpose other than in
the vehicle. Do not touch the power adapter
during a thunderstorm. It may cause electric
shock.
Do not block the ventilation holes of the machine.
Otherwise, heat will stay inside the machine,
which may cause a fire or malfunction.

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Notes for use
We will not be responsible for any traffic accidents or violations that occur while using this product device.
Please pay attention to safe driving.
This product cannot guarantee to record video in all conditions.
We are not responsible for any damage caused by damage to the recorded video and data.
This product cannot be used as evidence in the event of an accident. We will not be responsible for any
accidents, etc. that occur to the vehicle or its contents after this product is installed.
Caution
Turn off the engine during installation.
Installation of this product must be done with
the engine off. If installed when the don't
engine is on, it may cause electric shock or
malfunction.
Keep away from magnetic objects.
Do not place any magnetic objects near this
product. This may cause product malfunction
or damage.
Changes in video quality.
The video quality may deteriorate with
sudden changes in brightness, backlighting
or no light source at night, such as entering
or leaving a tunnel.
Clean the windshield and the lens surface of this
product.
Please pay attention to clean the windshield
of the car and the lens surface of this product.
Reflection or refraction caused by dust and
foreign objects may hinder the clarity of the
picture quality.
It may not be possible to distinguish the color of
traffic signals.
When using LED traffic lights, the screen
may flicker sometimes and the colors may
not be discernible.

Notes for use
About idling stop car
● In vehicles that are partially idling and stopped, the power to this unit may be turned off
when the engine is restarted due to voltage fluctuations.
● Depending on the condition of the vehicle battery, the power of the unit may be turned off
when the engine is restarted. In this case, please check the voltage of the vehicle battery.
About recording
● The company does not guarantee the product will serve as effective evidence in an accident.
● The company does not guarantee that the product can be recorded under all conditions.
● The company does not assume any responsibility for any damage caused by the malfunction
of the use of the product.
● In order to prolong the operation of the machine, please do not drive dangerously, such as
sudden braking.
● The subject recorded with this product may violate privacy. Please handle with care.
● When using the LED traffic light, the image may flicker and the color may not be recognized.
We will not be held responsible for any damage caused by this.
● Do not operate the machine or look at the LED lights or display while driving.
● When switching the screen mode, adjusting the brightness, or taking pictures, check the
safety of the surrounding area before operating.
● Be sure to park the vehicle in a safe place when setting up the operation.
● Videos recorded at night may appear noisy, or the video may turn red briefly. This is due to
the performance of the camera, not a malfunction.
● The recording frame rate may change depending on the recording conditions.
● When the power is turned on, it takes some time to read the SD card before recording can
begin.
About camera lens
● Because this camera uses a wide-angle lens, some parts of the video may be distorted or
appear in shadow. It also differs from the actual angle of view. These are characteristics of
wide-angle lenses and are not abnormal.
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Notes for use
About installation
● Follow the tutorial in this manual for installation.
● Please install it correctly to avoid violating the road traffic law and related laws and regulations.
● Do not overlap with the vehicle registration sticker when installing.
● When installing the product in your car, do not install it in a place that obstructs driving.
● Do not install it in a place that obstructs your view.
● Do not apply shock to the lens surface of this product and the display, as this may cause
malfunction or injury.
● Using this product near other vehicle equipment, radios, TVs, etc., may be affected.
● Please install it in a position where it will not interfere with the vehicle sensors and collision
avoidance system.
● Do not install in a position that interferes with safety devices such as seat belts and air cushions.
● The main unit is not waterproof. Be careful of getting this unit or the cigarette lighter adapter
wet due to rain.
● Before installing the rear camera, be sure to wipe off any dirt on the glass surface and install
it securely.
● Install it according to the shape and the position of the original mirror.
● When mounting to the original mirror, be sure to secure it with a fixing strap. Otherwise, it may
fall off while driving.
● Be sure to wire it properly so that it does not interfere with driving.
● Please ensure that there is enough space for wiring. If each wire is pulled apart when wiring,
there is a possibility of unstable operation due to broken wires or poor connections. It may even
happen that the power does not turn on or suddenly turns off.
● Do not use anything other than accessories when installing.
● Please install within the wiping range of the wipers. Avoid the inability to record clearly when
it rains.
● The product main unit and camera are precision instruments, so do not subject them to strong
impacts. Otherwise, it may cause malfunction or damage.
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Product components list
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■Cigarette lighter adapter
(About 3.5M)
■Micro SD Card
■Host ■Manual
Host and accessories
Before installing, be sure to check the following items in the package.
※ Drawings are for illustration purposes only. Actual conditions may vary.
■GPS (About 3M)
（Long type * 2 pcs: 100mm * 22mm）
■Mounting rubber band x 2 set
（Normal type * 2 pcs）
■Cleaning cloths

■Power cable
(about 10M)
Rear camera
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■Mounting bracket
The rear camera differs depending on the model of the product you order.
■Camera
■Camera ■Mounting bracket
②Rear camera（Universal inside and outside the car）
①Rear camera (Inside the car special）
■Power cable
(about 10M)
Product components list

Name and function of each part
①
⑧⑨
⑩
②
⑧
Host
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⑩
③④⑤
⑥⑦
⑫
⑪⑪ ⑪ ⑪

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Name and function of each part
① Liquid crystal display (mirror)
Note: Protective film is attached at the factory. Please tear off before use.
②Front camera
Note: Protective film is attached at the factory. Please tear off before use.
③ Power cable to the mini USB connect port
Please connect the attached cigarette lighter adapter.
④ Optional camera input terminal
As it is under development, there is no function for the time being.
⑤ Rear camera input terminal (AV IN 2 / Type-C)
Use the rear camera power cable to connect the host and the rear camera.
* Do not connect/ disconnect when the power is on.
⑥ Micro SD card slot
Insert a microSD card.
* Be careful not to insert or remove it forcibly.
⑦GPS connection port
⑧ Microphone
Record the surrounding sounds.
⑨ Power button
Control the screen by turning on/ off the power button (show/ hide the screen).
<When the power is turned on>
・Short press: screen on/off.
・ Press and hold for about 3 seconds: the power turns off.
<When the power is off>
・Short press: The power is turned on.
⑩Speaker
⑪Fixed handrail
⑫ Reset button
If the machine stops working or enters a bad running state, please press the reset button.

商品構成一覧表
Insert and remove micro SD card
Caution
1. Pay attention to the orientation of the microSD card and insert it into the slot.
<When viewed from the front of the main unit>
2. Make sure that the microSD card is inserted into the slot.
* Until hear a click.
3. When removing the microSD card, gently push the microSD card and the microSD
card will pop out.
<When viewed from the front of the main unit>
● When inserting the microSD card, please check the orientation first.
● If another brand of microSD card is used, it may not be recorded correctly.
● Be careful not to lose the microSD card when it is ejected.
● In the event of an accident, please remove the microSD card to avoid damaging the
recorded video data.
● Do not insert or remove the micro SD card while the power is on, it may damage the
data or cause the device to malfunction.
About Micro SD card
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Compatible micro SD card
● Support 8 to 128GB (Class 10 and above) micro SD card.
● Even if the UHS-I standard card is interchangeable with Class 10, it may not be usable.
● Not compatible with UHS-II and U3 standard cards.
● Depending on the manufacturer and production batch, commercially available micro SD
cards may not be recognized.
Micro SD card format
Please format (initialize) the microSD card before using this product.
The formatting procedure is as follows.
About Micro SD card
1. Make sure that the included microSD card is inserted.
2. Turn on the car engine (ACC ON) or operate the power button of the machine to start the host.
3. Recording will start automatically after power on, please touch the screen and function keys
Touch " " to enter the menu interface.
Recording start button
Recording stop button
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※ When the automatic recording mode is turned on, if you do not operate within 30 seconds
after you stop recording, the unit will run automatically.
Return to recording mode. Notice. Please refer to page 13 for the “Auto Recording” setting.
※ Unless the screen mode is switched to the camera screen, the function buttons will not be
displayed.
4. Select Format from the menu and then format the SD card.
Switch to menu interface

About Micro SD card
Caution
● The formatting operation can only be performed when the vehicle is stopped.
● Be careful not to turn off the power of this unit during formatting.
● Formatting will delete all data on the microSD card. Please copy important data to your
computer and save it.
● It can be formatted using a computer.
● The micro SD card is a consumable, and it is recommended to replace it with a new
card regularly.
● We do not provide services such as repairing damaged or lost data.
● Any malfunction or damage caused by the use of a micro SD card. The company does
not assume all responsibilities.
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About auto recording
1. Tap the recording mode screen, tap " " in the function key to enter the menu.
Select "Settings".
2. Select "Auto Record".
※ For automatic recording, the default setting of this unit is "On".
※ When the automatic recording is turned on
① After manually stopping recording, if there is no operation for more than 30 seconds,
automatic recording will resume.
②In the setting menu, if there is no operation for 30 seconds or more, automatic recording
will start.
③ In playback mode, if there is no operation for 30 seconds or more, automatic recording
will start.
However, if the video is playing, you cannot switch to automatic recording.
If the video is paused and auto-recording is “on”, and there is no operation for 30 seconds
or more, the auto-recording will start.
If automatic recording is in the "off" state, you cannot switch to automatic recording.
※ Regardless of the "On" or "Off" setting of automatic recording, automatic recording will
start every time you return to the recording mode from the menu interface.

About power on/ off
解像度
Power on
Power off
<Engine Interlock>
● When the engine is turned on (ACC on) with the car cigarette lighter power adapter
connected, the power will automatically turn on.
Automatically open and display the screen.
<Manual operation>
● Long press the power button to turn off the power when starting up.
Or, switch to the menu interface and touch "Shutdown" to turn off the power.
When you press the power button again, the power of the machine will be turned on and the
startup screen will be displayed.
※ This operation is only valid when the power is turned on (ACC is turned on) and the power
is turned off using the power button.
<Engine interlock (when connected to the car cigarette lighter power adapter)>
According to the setting of the parking monitoring, the operation when the engine is stopped
is different, please pay attention.
● If you press and hold the power button while the power is on, the power of the unit
will turn off.
※ This operation is only valid when the power is turned on (ACC is turned on) and the power
is turned off using the power button.
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About power on/ off
Caution
<About the engine interlock function>
● This product is equipped with engine interlock function, when the car engine starts,
the power of host will be automatically turned on. When the car engine is turned off,
the host will automatically turn off the power.
※ Depending on the car model, the engine may not be connected to the power of this
product due to the influence of the vehicle system.
● If the parking monitoring function is set to "on", turning off the car engine will put it into
the parking monitoring mode.
● According to the battery voltage and wiring layout of the installed vehicle, when the car
engine is started, if the host cannot start together with the engine. In this case, press the
power button to turn on.
● This product has a built-in super capacitor, which has excellent charge-discharge cycle
characteristics. Compared with the lithium battery type, it has the characteristics of stable
operation, extreme heat resistance, cold resistance, and high durability, which prolongs
the service life of the product.
※ No need to worry about leakage or explosion even in high temperature environments
such as midsummer.
<About idle stop>
● When using this product at idling stop, depending on the vehicle battery voltage, the
power of this product may be automatically turned off when the engine is started (please
check the battery and wiring)
※ In this case, please press and hold the power button to turn it on again.
<When to turn off/on the power>
● After the host power is turned off, the internal memory protection circuit is activated,
so it may not be possible to turn on the machine immediately after it is turned off. It is
recommended to wait at least 8 to 10 seconds before turning on.
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About date setting
1. Connect the power cable and turn on the power.
2. After power on, it will start recording automatically, please touch the screen and function
button.Then touch the「」button to enter the menu.
※ The function buttons will not be shown until switch to recording mode.
3. Tap "System Settings" in the menu interface to enter the settings. Select "Date Settings".
※Can switch setting items by sliding the screen up and down.
Please set the date before using. The setting procedure is as follows.
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Switch to menu
4. Enter the date setting screen.
Use the [↑] and [↓] buttons to settings. Touch [←] [→] to move the left and right items.
Touch [ ] to return to the previous step after setting the number of seconds.
5. Press the「 」button to return to the recording mode. Check the date and time displayed
on the LCD screen.
● The date and time settings on this product have an error of about 30 seconds per
month. Customers are recommended to adjust the date and time once a month.
● The date and time will be synchronized when the GPS is connected.
Caution
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About the LCD display
● If the same video is displayed for a long time or repeatedly, the screen may be burned. The
occurrence of screen burn-in can be reduced by adjusting the brightness of the monitor.
● The LCD monitor has 99.99% or more effective pixels, but there may be some pixels that do
not light up
or that light up continuously. Please note that these are not malfunctions.
● When polarized sunglasses are used, the display may not be visible.
● When the environmental temperature of the LCD is -10℃ or less and 60℃or more, the
screen may become dark and the image display may be delayed. This is a characteristic of
the LCD and is not a malfunction. It will return to normal when the environmental temperature
reach the monitor works stably.
● If the host temperature is too high or too low, the display quality may be distorted. When the
host returns to normal temperature, it will be displayed normally.
● The LCD screen may be difficult to see if light such as sunlight or light is directly in or reflected
from the camera's field of view.
● The recorded video may differ from the actual color at night or in a dark environment without
a light source.
● For cars with a roof, the sun visor must be closed to reduce the reflection on the screen.
● The size and distance of objects may look different and your eyes may feel fatigued because
the field of view presentation is different from that of a normal mirror.
● The field of view rendering of this camera's rear view mirror is different from that of a normal
mirror.
● Noise may occur in recording when there is a sudden change in brightness, which is a
characteristic of the lens and not a malfunction.
● The following phenomenon may occur in dark places such as at night, but this is not a
malfunction.
○ The image color and the actual color do not look the same
○ Depending on the height of the location of the rear car, white color and blurring appear around
the rear car.
○ Special flickering appears by automatically adjusting the image
※ If the image is difficult to see or flickers, switch to the rear view mirror mode.
● The host may be hot, but this is not a malfunction.
● The image on the display may take some time to focus clearly. If you find it difficult to focus,
please switch to mirror mode.
● Passengers may get seasick if they stare at the monitor.
● The picture presented on the LCD monitor may be different from the actual scenery you see.
● The screen shown on the LCD monitor may not display smoothly.
● Clean the monitor surface with a cleaning cloth.
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