Cobra DASH2208 User manual

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Table of Contents
DASH2208
DASH2308
DASH2216D
DASH2316D
CCDC4500
Record your Ride
USER MANUAL
©2018 Cobra Electronics Corporation Part No. 480-1145-P Version A

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Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................................... 3
DRIVE HD DASH CAM FEATURES..................................................................................................... 3
PRODUCT SERVICE AND SUPPORT.................................................................................................. 4
YOUR DEVICE................................................................................................................................... 5
WHAT’S IN THE BOX .................................................................................................................................5
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES –available at www.cobra.com.........................................................................5
CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS ............................................................................................................... 6
INSTALLATION...........................................................................................................................................7
DUAL CAM INSTALLATION........................................................................................................................ 8
BASIC OPERATION ....................................................................................................................................9
INITIAL SETUP .........................................................................................................................................10
LED FUNCTIONALITY............................................................................................................................... 10
VIDEO SCREEN ........................................................................................................................................11
VIDEO SETTINGS .....................................................................................................................................13
GENERAL SETTINGS ................................................................................................................................15
iRADAR SETTINGS (DASH2308 and DASH2316D only)............................................................................16
LANGUAGE SETTINGS .............................................................................................................................16
VIDEO AND PHOTO PLAYBACK MODE....................................................................................................16
GPS OPERATION......................................................................................................................................17
Cobra iRadar® APP CONNECTION...........................................................................................................18
DOWNLOADING IRADAR APP AND CONNECTING TO DASH CAM................................................ 18
CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER OR TV......................................................................................... 19
DOWNLOAD DRIVE HD PLAYER ..............................................................................................................19
DASH CAM FIRMWARE UPDATE INSTRUCTIONS.......................................................................... 20
CAMERA SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................................................. 21
TROUBLESHOOTING...................................................................................................................... 22
TRADEMARKS ACKNOWDLEGEMENT, WARNINGS, and REGULATORY INFORMATION............... 23

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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations! You’ve made a smart choice by purchasing a Drive HD Dash Cam from Cobra.
Drive HD DASH Series cameras provide peace of mind by continuously recording the road in
beautiful 1296P Super HD video. With cutting edge features, phenomenal video quality, and an
industry-leading focus on user experience, Drive HD Dash Cams are the best solution to Record
Your Ride. This User Manual covers the following Drive HD models which share a common
video platform but include varying add-on features:
DASH2208 –Drive HD® Super HD Dash Cam
DASH2308 –Drive HD® Super HD Dash Cam with iRadar®
DASH2216D –Drive HD® Dual View Dash Cam System
DASH2316D –Drive HD® Dual View Dash Cam with iRadar®
CCDC4500 –Drive HD® Dual View Dash Cam with iRadar® Costco Club Pack
DRIVE HD DASH CAM FEATURES
1296P Super HD - All Drive HD DASH Series cameras record the road ahead in 1296P Super HD
featuring excellent image quality, nighttime performance, and advanced dynamic range
2.0” LCD Screen - Large LCD Display with video playback directly on the device as well as on
your TV or computer
160° Viewing Angle - Ultra wide-angle view gives you a full view of the road and your
peripherals while at the same time minimizing edge distortion.
Continuous Loop Recording - Footage is stored in 3, 5, or 10 minute clips. When the memory
card fills up, the camera automatically deletes the oldest segment to make room for new ones.
Emergency Recording - Automatic or Manual - If you don’t want a clip to be overwritten,
simply press the Emergency Recording button and the clip will be protected. Clips are
automatically protected if an impact is detected.
G-Sensor - 3-axis accelerometer senses sudden accelerations, stops, and collisions and
automatically protects footage surrounding the incident.
Parking Mode - While in Parking Mode, Drive HD cameras will only record video when motion is
detected. This feature is helpful for vehicles that have an always-on accessory port or units that
are hardwired to power.
Dynamic Range - Optimized to automatically maximize video clarity in daylight or nighttime
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Simple Installation - Mount the unit on the windshield, apply power, and forget about it. Drive
HD cameras will automatically start recording without the need for complex configuration.
Ready to Use - Includes a MicroSD memory card, vehicle power adapter, and adhesive
windshield mount so the unit is ready to use out-of-the-box.
SnapShot - The SnapShot button is always available so that you can capture a still image at any
time.
Built-in Microphone & Speaker - Records and plays back audio along with video. The
microphone can easily be toggled off if you prefer not to record audio.
Auto-Record and Auto-Power Off - As soon as power is applied the dash cam turns on and
starts recording. When power is removed the dash cam will safely stop recording and shut
down.
Screen Saver - Turns the screen off after a set time of no activity to prevent driver distraction.
The unit continues recording and the screen can be woken up by pressing any button.
Supports 9 Languages:
oEnglish
oSpanish
oFrench
oGerman
oDutch
oPortuguese
oRussian
oSimplified Chinese
oTraditional Chinese
PRODUCT SERVICE AND SUPPORT
For any questions about operating or installing this new Cobra product, PLEASE CONTACT
COBRA FIRST…do not return this product to the retail store. The contact information for Cobra
will vary depending on the country in which you purchased and utilize the product. For the
latest contact information, please go to www.cobra.com/support. For products purchased in
the U.S.A. you may also call 1-800-262-7212 (1-800-COBRA-12).
For products purchased in the U.S.A., if your product should require factory service, please go
to www.cobra.com/support and follow the instructions for returning your product to the Cobra
Factory Service Department.

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YOUR DEVICE
WHAT’S IN THE BOX
•All Models
•Dash Cam
•MicroSD Card (size varies by model)
•Adhesive Windshield Mount
•12V Vehicle Power Adapter
•10ft Micro USB Cable (for power only)
•1.5ft Micro USB Cable (for connection to computer)
•Dual View Models Only
•CAM2 2nd Camera
•13ft Extender Cable for CAM2
•Y-Splitter Cable
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES – available at www.cobra.com
•Low Profile Adhesive Mount: CA-Mount-001 –Great for discreet and semi-permanent
installations.
•Suction Cup Mount: CA-Mount-005 –Removeable windshield mount that you can take
on-the-go.
•GPS Mount: CA-Mount-002 –Enables dash cams to embed GPS location, speed, G-
sensor, and compass information into videos.
•Hardwire Kit: CA-MicroUSB-001 –Wires your dash cam directly into the fuse box for a
quick and clean installation without any dangling wires
•Extended USB Cable: CA-MicroUSB-002 (for power only) –20ft USB->Micro USB cable
helps with hiding wire and/or mounting further from a power source.

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CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS
Silver for Non-Bluetooth (DASH2200 Series) Models
Blue for Bluetooth (DASH2300 Series) Models

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SINGLE CAM
INSTALLATION
MOUNT
To install the Adhesive Windshield Mount, slide the
dash cam onto the mount and twist to tighten the
cam in desired location. Clean the spot on your
windshield where you would like to mount the
camera and confirm the placement. Reminder, this
is an adhesive mount so it is important to mount
correctly the first time. Next, peel the plastic film off
the 3M adhesive and press the mount FIRMLY onto
the windshield.
POWER
Plug one end of the supplied 12V Vehicle Power Adapter into your vehicle’s accessory port, and
the other end into the micro USB port. The unit will automatically turn on and start recording.
To manually power on the device PRESS AND HOLD the Power button until the display
activates. When the power button is used to power on the unit recording must be started
manually.
Note: A Hardwire Kit (CA-MicroUSB-001) is available at www.cobra.com for a more permanent
installation that allows for discrete routing of the power cable.
DRIVE!
Drive HD Dash Cams are designed to set and forget. After initial setup the unit will turn on and
start recording as soon as power is applied. When the Micro SD Card is full the oldest footage
will be deleted to make way for the new. If you witness something that you don’t want to be
deleted simply press the Emergency Record button and it will be saved forever.
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DUAL CAM INSTALLATION
MOUNT
CAM 1 - Slide the dash cam onto the adhesive mount
and twist to tighten the cam in desired location. Clean
the spot on your windshield where you would like to
mount the camera and confirm the placement.
Reminder, this is an adhesive mount so it is important
to mount correctly the first time. Next, peel the plastic
film off the 3M adhesive and press the mount FIRMLY
onto the windshield.
CAM 2 –Attach CAM 2 to the windshield using the
adhesive. CAM 2 is most commonly installed facing out
the rear on the top center of the rear windshield. It can
also be mounted on the front windshield to record the
interior of the vehicle.
POWER
The Dual View Models utilize a Y-Splitter and CAM 2 Extender Cable to offer maximum flexibility
and a clean installation without dangling wires.
•Plug the Y-Splitter into the Micro USB Port on CAM 1.
•Connect the Micro USB end of the power cord into the Y-Splitter. Connect the USB end
of the power cord in the Vehicle Power Adapter and then plug into your vehicle.
•Plug CAM 2 into the Y-Splitter. Use the Extender Cable if necessary.
•Organize and tuck away cables to make sure that the driver’s view is not obstructed. In
most vehicles it’s possible to tuck Y-Splitter and cables into the headliner and cleanly
hide the extender cable along the top wall all the way to the rear of the vehicle.
Professional installation is recommended.
If CAM 2 videos appear upside-down enter the Video Settings Menu on CAM 1 and turn Flip
Cam 2 to ON.
If you have mounted CAM 2 facing forward enter the Video Settings Menu on CAM 1 and turn
Mirror CAM 2 to OFF.
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DRIVE!
Drive HD Dash Cams are designed to set and forget. After initial setup the unit will turn on and
start recording as soon as power is applied. When the Micro SD Card is full the oldest footage
will be deleted to make way for the new. If you witness something that you don’t want to be
deleted simply press the Emergency Record button and it will be saved forever.
BASIC OPERATION
POWERING ON THE DEVICE
The device will power on automatically when plugged in and can also be powered by PRESSING
AND HOLDING the On/Off button until the display activates (when connected to power).
THE MICRO SD MEMORY CARD
The device comes with a Micro SD memory card. To remove the SD card, press firmly on the SD
card to push it further into the slot. There will be a click and the SD card will pop out on
release. Extract the card and replace as necessary by inserting a card into the slot and pressing
until it locks in place. These cameras are compatible with Micro SD cards up to 64GB. Please be
sure to format the card in-camera before use. Class 10 high endurance cards from reputable
brands are recommended.
CONTINUOUS LOOP RECORDING:
Once the memory card is full, the camera will continuously overwrite the oldest footage
recorded. To protect a clip so that it will not be overwritten, press the Emergency Record
Button. The emergency record icon will show on the screen. Files can also be locked from the
playback menu in Video Playback Mode.
EMERGENCY RECORDING
An Emergency Recording is triggered when the Emergency Record Button at the top of the unit
is pressed or when the G-Sensor registers an impact. Emergency Recordings create locked files
that are not overwritten by Continuous Loop Recording. To ensure that important footage isn’t
lost surrounding an incident, adjacent video clips are locked if the incident happens within 30
seconds of the beginning or end of a clip.
NAVIGATING MENUS
When in a menu, press or to navigate to the menu item you want and then press
to select or change the option associated with that item. Pressing at any time will
exit the menu without saving changes.
VOLUME ADJUST
Briefly press the Power/Volume button to enter the volume menu. There are 5 volume settings
and mute (no volume)
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INITIAL SETUP
When the Dash Cam is powered on for the first time it will ask you to enter basic setup
information.
You will be asked to set the Year, Month, Day, Time Zone, Daylight Saving Time, and Time. This
information is needed so that file names will be created correctly and time stamps will be
accurate in your videos.
On subsequent startups the unit will proceed directly to the Video Screen
LED FUNCTIONALITY
The LED Indicator, located near the top left of the screen, communicates power and recording
status even if the screen is off. LED operation is detailed in the table below:
Camera State
LED
Unit ON/
Recording
Blinking Red/Green
Alternating (1s on-1s off)
Unit ON/
Not Recording
Solid Red
Unit OFF/
Power Connected
Solid Green
Unit OFF/
Power Disconnected
No LED