Brigade DC-101 User manual

DC-101 Dash Cam
User Guide
This product records videos while the vehicle is operating.
Read and follow the instructions in this guide to properly use
and maintain the product.

Before using the product
About the product
This product records videos while the vehicle is operating. Use this product only for reference when
investigating incidents or road accidents. This product is not guaranteed to record ALL events. The
device may not properly record accidents with small impacts that are too minor to activate the impact
sensor or accidents with massive impacts that cause the vehicle’s battery voltage to deviate.
Video recording does not begin until the product is completely turned on (booted up). To ensure that all
vehicle events are recorded, wait until the product is completely booted up after turning it on, and then
begin operating the vehicle.
Brigade is not responsible for any loss caused by an accident, nor is it responsible for providing any
support regarding the outcome of an accident.
Depending on the vehicle's conguration or operating conditions, such as the installation of remote
door lock devices, ECU settings, or TPMS settings, some product features may not be supported, and
dierent rmware versions may inuence the product's performance or features.
About the user guide
The information provided in the guide may change when the manufacturer updates its service policy.
This user guide is intended for Brigade DC-101 models only, and it may contain technical errors,
editorial errors, or missing information.
Copyrights
All rights for the content and maps in this guide are reserved by Brigade and are protected under
copyright laws. All unauthorized duplication, revision, publication, or distribution of this guide without
written consent from Brigade is prohibited and is eligible for criminal charges.
Registered trademarks
DC-101 is a registered trademark of Brigade Electronics.
Other product logos and service names in this guide are trademarks of the relevant companies.

FCC Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC CAUTION: Any changes or modications to the equipment not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.
Information to user : RSS-247
This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs.
Please be cautioned the changes or modications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Notice: Operation is subject to the following two conditions : (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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Contents
Safety information
1. Product overview
1.1 Included items
1.1.1 Standard items
1.2 Part names 9
1.2.1 Front camera (main unit) - front view 9
1.2.2 Fr ont camera (main unit) - rear view 10
1.3 Removing and inserting the memory card 11
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1.4 Hardwiring the Dash Cam
2. Installing the product
2.1 Installing the front camera (main unit) 14
2.1.1 Selecting an installation location
2.1.2 Securing the product
2.1.3 Connecting the power cable
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2.2 Installing the external GPS receiver (optional) 17
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3. Using recording features
3.1 Turning the product on or o
3.2 Learning about le storage locations 18
3.3 Using the continuous recording feature 18
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3.4 Recording manually
3.5 Using parking mode 19
3.5.1 Checking the video le
storage location 20
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4. Using the PC viewer
4.1 System requirements
4.2 Installing the PC viewer
4.3 PC viewer screen layout 22
4.4 Playing recorded videos on the PC viewer 23
4.5 Video control menu overview 24
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5. Settings
5.1 Managing the memory card 25
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5.1.1 Partitioning the memory card
5.1.2 Formatting the memory card
5.1.3 Conguring the video overwriting
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function
5.2 Setting the camera 26
5.2.1 Setting the brightness of the front
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camera
5.3 Setting recording features 26
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5.3.1 Setting the continuous impact
detection sensitivity
5.3.2 Setting parking mode
5.3.3 Setting the impact sensitivity for
parking mode 27
5.3.4 Setting the motion detection sensitivity 27
5.3.5 Setting the record timer feature 28
5.3.6 Setting the battery protection feature 28
5.3.7 Setting the battery cuto
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voltage feature
5.3.8 Setting the battery protection
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feature for wintertime
5.4 Setting road safety features 30
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5.4.1 Setting the safety cameras
5.4.2 Setting the mobile zone alert 30
5.4.3 Setting front vehicle departure warning 30
5.5 Conguring the system settings 31
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5.5.1 Setting the display language
5.5.2 Adjusting the system volume
5.5.3 Setting the time zone
5.5.4 Setting the daylight saving time
5.5.5 Setting the speed unit
5.5.6 Setting the speed stamp 32
5.6 Initializing the system settings 32
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6. Upgradingthermware
7. Troubleshooting
8. Specications

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Safety information
Read the following safety information to properly use the product.
Safety symbols in this guide
"Warning" - Indicates a potential hazard which, if not avoided, may result in injury or death.
"Caution" - Indicates a potential hazard which, if not avoided, may result in minor injury or property
damage.
"Note" - Provides useful information to help users better utilize the product's features.
Safety information for proper use
Driving and product operation
•Do not operate the product while driving a vehicle. Distraction while driving may cause accidents
and result in injury or death.
•Install the product in places where the driver's view is not obstructed. Obstruction of the driver’s
vision may cause accidents and result in injury or death. Check with your state and municipal laws
before mounting the product to the windshield.

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Power supply
•Do not operate or handle the power cable with wet hands. Doing so may result in electrocution.
• Do not use damaged power cables. Doing so may result in electrical re or electrocution.
•Keep the power cable away from all heat sources. Failure to do so may cause the power cord
insulation to melt, resulting in electrical re or electrocution.
•Use the power cable with the correct connector and make sure the power cable is connected
securely and is rmly in place. Failure to do so may result in electrical re or electrocution.
•Do not modify or cut the power cable. Also, do not place heavy objects on the power cable or
pull, insert, or bend the power cable using excessive force. Doing so may result in electrical re or
electrocution.
•Use only genuine accessories from Brigade. Brigade does not guarantee compatibility and normal
operation of third-party accessories.
•When connecting the power cable to the product, ensure that the connection between the cable
plug and the power cable connector on the product is secure. If the connection is loose, the power
cable may become disconnected due to vehicle vibration. Video recording is not available if the
power connector is disconnected.
Children and pets
Ensure that the product is out of the reach of children and pets. If the product breaks, it may result
in fatal damage.

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Other information about the product
Product management and operation
• Do not expose the product to direct sunlight or intense light. The lens or internal circuitry may fail
otherwise.
• Use the product at a temperature between 14°F and 140°F (-10°C to 60°C) and store the product
at a temperature between -4°F and 158°F (-20°C to 70°C). The product may not function as
designed and some permanent physical damages may result if it is operated or stored out of the
specied temperature ranges. Such damages are not covered by the warranty.
• Frequently check the product for the proper installation position. Impact caused by extreme road
conditions may alter the installation position. Ensure that the product is positioned as instructed
in this guide.
• Do not apply excessive force when pressing the buttons. Doing so may damage the buttons.
• Do not use chemical cleaners or solvents to clean the product. Doing so may damage plastic
components of the product. Clean the product using a clean, soft, and dry fabric.
• Do not disassemble the product or subject the product to impact. Doing so may damage the
product. Unauthorized disassembly of the product voids the product warranty.
• Handle with care. If you drop, mishandle, or expose the product to external shocks, it may cause
damage and/or result in the malfunction of the product.
• Do not attempt to insert foreign objects into the device.
• Avoid excessive humidity and do not allow any water to enter the product. Electronic
components inside the product may fail if exposed to humidity or water.
• Depending on the make and model of your vehicle, the power may be constantly supplied to
the dash cam even when the ignition is turned o. Installation of the device to a continuously
powered 12/24V outlet could result in vehicle battery drainage.
• This device is designed to record video while the vehicle i s in operation. The quality of the video
might be aected by weather conditions and the road environment, such as whether it is day or
night, presence of street lighting, entering/exiting tunnels, and the surrounding temperature.
• Brigade is NOT responsible for the loss of any recorded video during operation.
• Although the device was designed to withstand high-impact car collisions, Brigade does not
guarantee the recording of accidents when the device is damaged as a result of the accident.
• Keep the windshield and camera lens clean for optimal video quality. Particles and substances
on the camera lens or windshield may reduce the quality of the recorded videos.
• This device is intended to be used inside the vehicle only.

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1. Product overview
1.1 Included items
Ensure that all the items are included when you open the product box.
1.1.1 Standard items
GND
ACC
BATTERY
Front camera (main unit) Mount Adhesive cable holder Hardwiring cable
External GPS receiver MicroSD memory card
with adapter
(consumable)
Quick start guide & Warranty
/ CS information / User guide
(stored in the microSD card)
The standard items may change without prior notice.
• GPS reception may be aected by interference from the vehicle's windshield, particularly those
treated with anti-UV protective coating, or built-in defroster. It is recommended that an external
GPS receiver is used when the GPS signal is weak or when you cannot get a GPS signal.
• To connect the external GPS receiver to the front camera, carefully remove the front camera's
GPS port cover with a pry tool or a small at-head screwdriver to access the port.

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1.2 Part names
1.2.1 Front camera (main unit) - front view
DC-IN power port
Used to connect the power cable.
Mount connector
Used to connect the mount.
Front camera lens
Records the front view.
GPS port
Used to connect the external GPS receiver
(optional) for additional features.
REC button
• Short Press: Starts manual recording
• Press and hold for 3 seconds:
Audio recording ON/OFF
• Press and hold for 5 seconds:
Memory card format
Product overview

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1.2.2 Front camera (main unit) - rear view
Status LED
Indicates the operating status of the product.
Speaker
Outputs the voice guide and buzzer
sounds to indicate the product’s status.
Memory card slot
Insert a memory card to save recordings.
Microphone
Used for voice recording.
Product overview