Dash Cam DSH-890 User manual

Full HD Dash Camera
with 1.5” LCD Screen, GPS & WiFi
DSH-890 | USER MANUAL

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CONTENTS
CAUTION ....................................................................................................................................................... 6
BATTERY WARNING......................................................................................................................................... 7
NOTES ON INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................................ 7
PRODUCT INFORMATION .............................................................................................................................. 7
1. INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................. 8
1.1 FEATURES .......................................................................................................................................8
1.2 PACKAGE CONTENTS .................................................................................................................8
1.3 PRODUCT OVERVIEW ................................................................................................................. 9
2. GETTING STARTED ...................................................................................................................... 10
2.1 INSERTING A MICRO SD CARD ...............................................................................................10
2.2 REMOVING A MICRO SD CARD............................................................................................... 10
2.3 INSTALLING THE DASH CAM.................................................................................................... 11
2.4 CONNECTING TO POWER......................................................................................................... 11
3. POWERING THE DASH CAM ON/OFF........................................................................................... 12
3.1 AUTO POWER ONOFF ..............................................................................................................12
3.2 MANUAL POWER OFF ................................................................................................................12
3.3 MANUALLY POWER ON .............................................................................................................12
3.4 RESET THE DASH CAM ..............................................................................................................12
4. PLAYING BACK VIDEO ON A PC.................................................................................................... 12
5. GPS RECORDING .......................................................................................................................... 13
6. WIFI SMART PHONE CONNECTIVITY........................................................................................... 13

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7. INITIAL SETTINGS......................................................................................................................... 14
7.1 FORMATTING THE INSERTED MICRO SD CARD.................................................................14
7.2 SETTING THE TIME AND DATE.................................................................................................15
7.3 USING THE DASH CAM ..............................................................................................................15
7.4 LOCKED RECORDING.................................................................................................................16
8. VIDEO MODE................................................................................................................................. 17
8.1 VIDEO MENU.................................................................................................................................17
8.1.1 RESOLUTION.................................................................................................................................17
8.1.2 LOOP RECORDING ..................................................................................................................... 18
8.1.3 WDR................................................................................................................................................ 18
8.1.4 EXPOSURE.....................................................................................................................................19
8.1.5 MOTION DETECTION..................................................................................................................19
8.1.6 RECORD AUDIO...........................................................................................................................20
8.1.7 PARKING MONITOR ....................................................................................................................20
8.1.8 LDWS ..............................................................................................................................................21
8.1.9 DATE STAMP..................................................................................................................................21
8.2.0 G SENSOR..................................................................................................................................... 22
9. STILL MODE 22
9.1 PHOTO MENU .............................................................................................................................. 23
9.1.1 CAPTURE MODE ......................................................................................................................... 23
9.1.2 RESOLUTION................................................................................................................................ 23
9.1.3 SEQUENCE ................................................................................................................................... 24
9.1.4 WHITE BALANCE ........................................................................................................................ 24

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9.1.5 EXPOSURE.................................................................................................................................... 25
9.1.6 ANTI SHAKING ............................................................................................................................. 25
9.1.7 DATE STAMP................................................................................................................................. 26
10. SETTINGS MENU.......................................................................................................................... 26
10.1 WIFI................................................................................................................................................. 27
10.2 TIMEDATE....................................................................................................................................28
10.3 BEEP SOUND ...............................................................................................................................28
10.4 LANGUAGE ................................................................................................................................... 29
10.5 SCREEN SAVER ........................................................................................................................... 29
10.6 CAR PLATE ....................................................................................................................................30
10.7 FORMAT..........................................................................................................................................31
10.8 DEFAULT SETTINGS....................................................................................................................31
11. PLAYBACK SCREEN..................................................................................................................... 32
11.1 PLAYBACK SOFTWARE ............................................................................................................. 32
11.2 PLAYBACK..................................................................................................................................... 33
12. SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................................................... 34
13. VIDEO MENU................................................................................................................................ 35
14. STILL MENU ................................................................................................................................. 36
15. SETTINGS MENU.......................................................................................................................... 37
16. PLAYBACK MENU ........................................................................................................................ 37
17. ABOUT THIS GUIDE...................................................................................................................... 38
18. WARRANTY TERMS & CONDITIONS............................................................................................ 39

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CAUTION
• Ensure you are using your Dash Cam within your countries’ road laws. Please make sure you are
familiar with your local road legislation before use.
• Avoid leaving your Dash Cam in direct sunlight for extended periods of time in an unventilated
space.
• Please set time and date before you use this device to record.
• The notiications given by the Dash Cam are suggestions only, please drive to the actual conditions.
• The results of GPS positioning are only for reference. The Dash Cam will lose GPS positioning
abilities when signal is blocked (e.g. driving through tunnels, enclosed car parks).
• GPS positioning accuracy may vary depending on weather and surroundings such as dense cities,
tunnels, or forests. GPS satellite signals cannot pass through most solid materials. Tinted windows
may also affect the GPS signal.
• The values displayed in this system, such as speed, position, and the distance warning, may be
affected by the surrounding environment.
• The system is to be used only for non-commercial use, within the limits permitted by the relevant
laws.
• WiFi Signal is designed to be used in close proximity. The longest range of the WiFi signal is 10m.
• WiFi Operation Channels List: Ch1~Ch11.
• Avoid using the Dash Cam in the vicinity of any devices that emit radio interference (e.g..
Microwave Ovens).
• Please note that other devices using 2.4GHz band may interfere with the WiFi signal of the Dash
Cam, and result in the connection speed of both devices slowing down.
• It is considered normal operation for the Dash Cam to get warm during use.

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BATTERY WARNING
•Always power the Dash Cam using the provided cable and 12v adapter. Improper charging of the
Dash Cam and may result in failure of the internal battery.
•Never dismantle the Dash Cam or expose the internal battery.
•Do not dispose of the Dash Cam in ire.
•Dispose of the Dash Cam observing local regulations being mindful of the internal battery.
•Do not attempt to replace or expose the internal battery.
NOTES ON INSTALLATION
• It is advised that the Dash Cam is installed near the rear view mirror, at the top centre of the
windshield for optimal operation.
• Make sure that the lens is within the range of the windscreen wiper to ensure a clear view when it
rains.
• Do not touch the lens with your ingers. Finger prints left on the lens will result in unclear videos or
photos. If photos or videos are blurred, please clean the lens gently with a microibre cloth.
• Do not install the device on a tinted window. Doing so may damage the tint ilm and restrict the
Car Dash Cam’s GPS signal.
• Make sure that the installation position does not hinder or block the ield of view or GPS signal.
• Only use the included cable to power the DSH-890.
PRODUCT INFORMATION
For latest manual and product updates please visit our website at
www.dashmate.com.au or www.dashmate.co.nz

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1. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing a Dashmate Dash Cam. We are certain that our product will give
you trouble free operation while providing you with safety features that enhances your driving
experience. Our products, like most after-market safety enhanced devices, are designed to assist
and aid the driver, not to replace the manual function of the person operating the vehicle. Please
read through these instructions before attempting to install this product. For the latest manual
and product updates, please visit our website at www.dashmate.com.au or www.dashmate.
co.nz
1.1 FEATURES
• Full High Definition Recording
• 1.5” Colour Screen
• 150° Field of View
• Built In GPS Logger Records Your Speed and Path
• Built in WiFi Smart Phone Connectivity
1.2 PACKAGE CONTENTS
CAMERA POWER ADAPTOR USB CABLE

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1.3 PRODUCT OVERVIEW
AReset Button
BMicrophone
CMicro SD Card Slot
DMagnetic Mount
EWide Angle Lens
FProtective Glass
G1.5” LCD Screen
HStatus Light
1OK Button
2Menu Button
3Up Button
4Down Button

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2. GETTING STARTED
2.1 INSERTING A MICRO SD CARD
With the Dash Cam powered off disconnect the Dash Cam from the magnetic mount.
With the screen facing toward you insert the Micro SD card in the slot in the top of the
camera making sure the copper contacts of the Micro SD Card are facing toward you. Press
the Micro SD Card down with your thumb nail until a click is heard.
2.2 REMOVING A MICRO SD CARD
Ensure that the Dash Cam is powered off, then remove the Dash Cam from the magnetic
mount.
With your thumb nail press down the Micro SD Card until a click is heard and release. The
Micro SD Card should eject from the Dash Cam.
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NOTE:
•Do not remove or insert the memory card while the Dash Cam is turned on as this may damage the memory card
or corrupt the memory cards stored data.
•Please use a Class 6 or higher rated micro SD card with a maximum capacity of 32GB.
•Please format the Micro SD card before the initial use.
•When removing the memory card, be careful as the card may eject quickly.
•For optimum use, it is recommended that you format the Micro SD card every 2 weeks.
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2.3 INSTALLING THE DASH CAM
1. Remove the protective stickers from the Dash Cams lens and screen
2. Clean your desired mounting position on your vehicles windscreen making sure it is dry
and free from dust.
3. Connect the Dash Cam to the magnetic mount.
4. Remove the 3M label from the adhesive on the magnetic mount and press the adhesive
onto your desired position of your windscreen using the Dash Cam as a guide to where
the camera will be facing.
5. Once the mount is in position, remove the Dash Cam from the magnetic mount and
irmly press the mount onto the windscreen for 30 seconds securing it in position.
6. With the mount now installed re attach the Dash Cam to the mount
2.4 CONNECTING TO POWER
Only use the included charger to power and charge the Dash
Cam.
1. Once the Dash Cam is securely installed on your vehicle’s
windscreen, plug the 12v charger into your vehicle’s cigarette
lighter.
2. Run the cable along your vehicle’s console and windscreen and
plug the USB Micro plug into the Dash Cam Mount.
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NOTE:
•It is recommended that the Dash Cam is installed behind your vehicle’s rear view mirror.
•Make sure that the camera view or GPS module is not obstructed by any window tint or any other objects.
•When Installing, to make sure that the Dash Cam is positioned correctly it is recommended that you power up the
Dash Cam and use the viewinder screen to ensure the Dash Cam is positioned correctly.
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3. POWERING THE DASH CAM ON/OFF
3.1 AUTO POWER ON/OFF
When the Dash Cam is correctly installed to your vehicles 12V power supply, the Dash Cam
will automatically power up and start recording.
3.2 MANUAL POWER OFF
To manually power off the camera make sure the Dash Cam isn’t recording and hold the
(OK) Button for 5 seconds until the camera powers down.
3.3 MANUALLY POWER ON
To manually power up the Dash Cam after it has been powered off, hold the (OK) Button
for 5 seconds until the camera powers up.
3.4 RESET THE DASH CAM
To reset the Dash Cam, hold the button marked Reset on the underside of the camera.
4. PLAYING BACK VIDEO ON A PC
To playback video iles on you PC it is recommended to connect the SD card (not included)
directly to your PC using either a USB micro SD card reader (not included) or if your PC has a SD
card slot, a Micro SD/SD Card converter (not included).
Once the SD card is connected it should appear as a removable storage device. It is
recommended that you transfer video iles that you want to playback to a le on your computer
before attempting to playback. This will reduce any delay in playback.
To view the GPS data played back alongside your videos, the included GPS software will be
required and will show the speed and positioning of your vehicle at the time of recording. For
more information on the GPS software, please see the section named Playback Software.

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5. GPS RECORDING
GPS recording will record your speed and location when driving. When the Dash Cam is started it
may take up to two minutes for the GPS module to position itself, in this time your position and
speed will not be recorded. It is recommended that the windscreen mount is positioned so that
the GPS module sits below the roof of the car and any windscreen tint so that the GPS signal
is not blocked. GPS signal will also be weaker in tunnels, built up city areas, and heavily wooded
areas.
6. WIFI SMART PHONE CONNECTIVITY
The on board WiFi is used to wirelessly connect your smart phone to your Dash Cam to review
and download your footage while you are on the go.
To set up your Wireless connection between you Dash Cam and your iOS or Android smart device
please follow the instructions below.
1. It is required that you download the Dashmate DSH-890 app from the Google Play or iOS app
store on your device before you attempt to connect your device.
2. Once downloaded either activate the WiFi following the instructions in the WiFi section of this
Manual, or hold the button while in the Video screen while the Dash Cam is not recording.
3. The Dash Cam screen will then display the WiFi name and password.
4. On your iOS or Android smart device go into the WiFi settings and connect to the Dash Cams
WiFi connection which is displayed on the Dash Cams screen.
5. When prompted by your smart device enter the password that is displayed on the Dash Cams
screen.
6. The connection should now be secured.
7. Once you have established your wireless connection start the DSH-890 app on your smart
device.

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8. You will now be able to access your recorded iles from your Dash Cam on your smart device.
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NOTE:
•When transferring videos to your smart device larger iles will take longer to transfer.
•Please make sure that your smart phone operating system is up to date before attempting to connect your
smart device.
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7. INITIAL SETTINGS
Before using the Dash Cam we recommend Formatting the inserted SD card and setting the
correct time and date
7.1 FORMATTING THE INSERTED MICRO SD CARD
Formatting the Micro SD Card will delete all information on the inserted Micro SD Card and
prepare it for recording with the Dash Cam.
To format your inserted Micro SD Card please follow the instructions below.
1. Press the (OK) button to stop your Dash Cam from recording.
2. Press the (Menu) button to enter the Video menu.
3. Press the (Menu) button again to enter the Settings menu.
4. Use the and buttons to navigate the Settings menu and highlight the Format
setting and press (OK) to select.
5. Select SD Card and press the (OK) button.
6. Select OK and press the (OK) button.
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NOTE:
•Menus cannot be accessed while the Dash Cam is recording. Please stop the recording to access the menu.
•Formatting your Micro SD will delete all iles from the card, Once these iles have been deleted you will not be
able to recover them.
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7.2 SETTING THE TIME AND DATE
Setting the correct time and date ensures that the date is correct when you date stamp
your footage.
To set the correct time and date, please follow the steps below.
1. Press the (OK) button to stop your Dash Cam from recording.
2. Press the (Menu) button to enter the Video menu.
3. Press the (Menu) button again to enter the Settings menu.
4. Use the and buttons to navigate the Settings menu and highlight the Date/Time
setting and press (OK) to select.
5. Use the and buttons to edit the selected ield and the (OK) button to conirm
and proceed to the next ield. The last ield lets you edit what format that the date is
presented in, once conirmed pressing (OK) a inal time will save the time and date
and exit to the settings menu.
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NOTE:
•Menus cannot be accessed while the Dash Cam is recording. Pleas stop the recording to access the menu.
•Once the time and date is set it can be stamped onto your footage using the Date Stamp setting. Please see
section Date Stamp for more details.
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7.3 USING THE DASH CAM
When the Dash Cam is connected to your vehicle’s 12v power supply, the Dash Cam will
automatically power up and begin recording when you start your vehicle. During the start
up the buttons will be unresponsive and the camera will take a moment to begin recording.
The Dash Cam will automatically stop recording and shut down when your vehicle is
powered off.

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NOTE:
•Because of how some vehicles are wired, the recording may continue when the engine is switched off. If this
happens, please manually turn off the Dash Cam or remove the car adapter from the cigarette lighter when not
in use.
•The recording loop length can be conigured to save a video ile every 3 or 5 minutes of recording. For information
on how to adjust this setting please refer to the Loop Recording section of this manual.
•The device saves the recorded footage and photos on to the inserted Micro SD Card. If the memory card capacity
is full, the oldest ile in the memory card will be overwritten.
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7.4 LOCKED RECORDING
Locked Recording saves the current video ile and protects it from being overwritten. To
manually start a locked recording press the (Menu) button while recording.
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NOTE:
•If the G Sensor (Gravity Sensing) function is enabled and a collision is detected, the device will automatically
trigger an emergency recording and protect the current video ile. Please refer to the section titled G Sensor for
more information.
•Any emergency recording ile will be created as a new ile which will be protected to avoid being overwritten by
normal loop recording. If the inserted Micro SD Card ills up with Emergency Recording iles, the message “SD
Card Full” will appear on the screen. When this happens the oldest emergency ile will be automatically deleted
when a new emergency recording ile is created.
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8. VIDEO MODE
When the Dash Cam is powered up the video screen will start by default. In this screen recording
will automatically start and can be stopped by pressing the (OK) Button. To access the Video
Menu, ensure that the Dash Cam is not recording then press the (Menu) button.
8.1 VIDEO MENU
8.1.1 RESOLUTION
The Resolution setting allows you to select your required recording resolution. Higher
resolution iles will have more detail and take up more space on your Micro SD Card.
Lower Resolution recordings will have less detail and take up less space.
To set your recording resolution, please follow the steps below.
1. Press the (OK) button to stop your Dash Cam from recording.
2. Press the (Menu) button to enter the Video menu.
3. Use the and buttons to navigate the Video menu and highlight the Resolution
setting and press (OK) to select.
4. Select your required resolution and press the (OK) button to conirm.
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NOTE:
•Menus cannot be accessed while the Dash Cam is recording. Please stop the recording to access the menu.
•Higher resolution recordings will ill up the inserted Micro SD Card faster.
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8.1.2 LOOP RECORDING
Loop Recording Sets the amount of time that the Dash Cam will record for before
creating a new video.
To set your loop recording length, please follow the steps below.
1. Press the (OK) button to stop your Dash Cam from recording.
2. Press the (Menu) button to enter the Video menu.
3. Use the and buttons to navigate the Video menu and highlight the Loop
Recording setting and press (OK) to select.
4. Select your required loop recording length and press the (OK) button to conirm.
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NOTE:
•Menus cannot be accessed while the Dash Cam is recording. Please stop the recording to access the menu.
•It is suggested that the 3 minute option to prevent the inserted Micro SD card from illing up quickly.
•Selecting the OFF option will create the longest possible clip, in most cases depending on the set resolution and
other factors this will be limited to 10MB.
•If your Micro SD Card is illing up quickly, lower the G Sensor sensitivity and reduce the Loop Recording length.
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8.1.3 WDR
WDR allows you to activate the wide dynamic range of the recording.
To activate this setting please follow the instructions below.
1. Press the (OK) button to stop your Dash Cam from recording.
2. Press the (Menu) button to enter the Video menu.
3. Use the and buttons to navigate the Video menu and highlight the WDR
setting and press (OK) to select.
4. Select On or Off and press the (OK) button to conirm.
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NOTE:
•Menus cannot be accessed while the Dash Cam is recording. Please stop the recording to access the menu.
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8.1.4 EXPOSURE
Exposure is used to manually control the light sensitivity of the Dash Cam.
To edit the Exposure setting please follow the steps below.
1. Press the (OK) button to stop your Dash Cam from recording.
2. Press the (Menu) button to enter the Video menu.
3. Use the and buttons to navigate the Video menu and highlight the Exposure
setting and press (OK) to select.
4. Select your required exposure setting and press the (OK) button to conirm.
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NOTE:
•Menus cannot be accessed while the Dash Cam is recording. Please stop the recording to access the menu.
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8.1.5 MOTION DETECTION
Motion Detection stops the Dash Cam from recording when no movement is detected
in front of the camera, and starts the recording again when activity resumes.
To edit the Motion Detection settings please follow the instructions below.
1. Press the (OK) button to stop your Dash Cam from recording.
2. Press the (Menu) button to enter the Video menu.
3. Use the and buttons to navigate the Video menu and highlight the Motion
Detection setting and press (OK) to select.
4. Select On or Off and press the (OK) button to conirm.
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NOTE:
•Menus cannot be accessed while the Dash Cam is recording. Please stop the recording to access the menu.
•When Motion Detection is activated, the Dash Cam will only record when movement is detected in font of the
camera.
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8.1.6 RECORD AUDIO
Record Audio allows you to set whether the Dash Cam records audio or if the
microphone is muted.
To edit the Record Audio settings please follow the instructions below.
1. Press the (OK) button to stop your Dash Cam from recording.
2. Press the (Menu) button to enter the Video menu.
3. Use the and buttons to navigate the Video menu and highlight the Record
Audio setting and press (OK) to select.
4. Select On or Off and press the (OK) button to conirm.
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NOTE:
•Menus cannot be accessed while the Dash Cam is recording. Please stop the recording to access the menu.
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8.1.7 PARKING MONITOR
The Parking Monitor setting allows you to activate Park Mode which detects when
there is an impact to your parked vehicle. When an impact is detected the Dash Cam
will power up and begin recording a clip.
To edit the Parking Monitor settings please follow the instructions below.
1. Press the (OK) button to stop your Dash Cam from recording.
2. Press the (Menu) button to enter the Video menu.
3. Use the and buttons to navigate the Video menu and highlight the Parking
Monitor setting and press (OK) to select.
4. Select On or Off and press the (OK) button to conirm.
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NOTE:
•Menus cannot be accessed while the Dash Cam is recording. Please stop the recording to access the menu.
•Parking Monitor will only begin recording after an impact to your parked vehicle is detected.
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