HIK VISION DS-MCW405 User manual

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Quick Start Guide
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OR DATA PROTECTION AND OTHER PRIVACY RIGHTS. YOU

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DEVELOPMENT OR PRODUCTION OF CHEMICAL OR
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Regulatory Information
FCC Information
Please take attention that changes or modification not
expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
FCC compliance: Please take attention that changes or
modification not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.
Note: This product has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This product generates, uses, and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this product does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
This equipment should be installed and operated with a
minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and your
body.
FCC Conditions
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.
2. This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
EU Conformity Statement
This product and - if applicable - the
supplied accessories too are marked with
"CE" and comply therefore with the
applicable harmonized European standards
listed under the Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53./EU,
the EMC Directive 2014/30/EU, the LVD Directive
2014/35/EU, the RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU.
2012/19/EU (WEEE directive): Products
marked with this symbol cannot be
disposed of as unsorted municipal waste in
the European Union. For proper recycling,
return this product to your local supplier
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equipment, or dispose of it at designated collection
points. For more information see: www.recyclethis.info.
2006/66/EC (battery directive): This product contains a
battery that cannot be disposed of as
unsorted municipal waste in the European
Union. See the product documentation for
specific battery information. The battery is
marked with this symbol, which may
include lettering to indicate cadmium (Cd), lead (Pb), or
mercury (Hg). For proper recycling, return the battery to
your supplier or to a designated collection point. For
more information, see: www.recyclethis.info.
Industry Canada ICES-003 Compliance
This device meets the CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B) standards
requirements.
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-
exempt RSS standard(s). 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.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie
Canada applicables aux appareils radioexempts de
licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions
suivantes :
1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et
2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage
radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible
d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter
may only operate using an antenna of a type and
maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by
Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to
other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so
chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power
(e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful
communication.
Conformément à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada, le
présent émetteur radio peut
fonctionner avec une antenne d'un type et d'un gain
maximal (ou inférieur) approuvé pour l'émetteur par
Industrie Canada. Dans le but de réduire les risques de
brouillage radioélectrique à l'intention des autres
utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d'antenne et son gain de
sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonnée équivalente
(p.i.r.e.) ne dépasse pas l'intensité nécessaire à
l'établissement d'une communication satisfaisante.
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The symbols that may be found in this document are
defined as follows.
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points of the main text.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation,
which if not avoided, could result in
equipment damage, data loss,
performance degradation, or unexpected
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Safety Instruction
Proper configuration of all passwords and other
security settings is the responsibility of the installer
and/or end-user.
In the use of the product, you must be in strict
compliance with the electrical safety regulations of the
nation and region. Please refer to technical
specifications for detailed information.
Input voltage should meet both the SELV (Safety Extra
Low Voltage) and the Limited Power Source with 5 VDC
according to the IEC60950-1 standard. Please refer to
technical specifications for detailed information.
DO NOT connect several devices to one power adapter
as adapter overload may cause over-heating or a fire
hazard.
Please make sure that the plug is firmly connected to
the power socket.
If smoke, odor or noise rise from the device, turn off
the power at once and unplug the power cable, and
then please contact the service center.
Preventive and Cautionary Tips
Before connecting and operating your device, please be
advised of the following tips:
The device is only applicable to the area of which the
altitude is under 2,000 m.
The device is only applicable to the non-tropical area.
Using battery of incorrect model may cause explosion.
Handle the used battery according to the local
requirements.
Discard the scrapped battery according to the local laws
and regulations. If there is no law or regulation about
battery, discard it in the electronic equipment waste bin
and keep it far away from children.
DO NOT expose the battery (including battery pack or
assembled battery) in overheated environment such as
sunlight and fire.
DO NOT place the device near exposed fire, such as a
burned candle.
Avoid the device from water.
Make sure that all the related equipment is power-off
during the installation.
DO NOT place the product in high-temperature or
damp environment, and DO NOT expose it to high
electromagnetic radiation.
If the product does not function properly, please
contact your dealer or the nearest service center. DO
NOT disassemble the product for repair or maintenance
by yourself.
Only use the battery, power adapter and assembly
parts specified by the manufacturer.
Consult the authorized dealer or technician from
Hikvision for any question and request for product
using.
Indicates a hazard with a high level of risk,
which if not avoided, will result in death or
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1Product Introduction
1.1 Introduction
Body camera (hereinafter referred to as device) highly
integrates with record, local storage, GPS, etc. It is
embedded with positioning module with high sensitivity
and ultra-low consumption, locating the occurring positon
of events accurately. It can record the process and
condition of events completely via recorded video and
audio. You can also tag the important data for future
search.
It is small and light, convenient to carry, and can be worn
on the shoulder, satisfying the requirement of mobile
duty and evidence record for single person. It is widely
applicable to public security protection, city
management, industry and commerce, etc.
1.2 Key Feature
Full HD record.
Supports GPS, and the position information can be
uploaded to the command center in real time.
Supports IR night vision. Even in low illumination
condition, the facial characteristics in recorded video
are clear.
Waterproof, dustproof, and fall protection, adaptable to
all-weather field operation.
Wi-Fi accessible.
The functions vary with different models. The actual
product prevails.
1.3 Apperance
The device appearance is shown as Figure 1-1.
Figure 1-1 Appearance
The appearance description is shown as Table 1-1.
Appearance Description
No.
Name
Description
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Mute button
After the device starts up,
hold it to enable mute
mode. Then indicators, LED
light, IR light, and vibration
will be disabled.
In mute mode, hold it to
disable mute mode.

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No.
Name
Description
2
Tag
button/LED
light button
During record, press it to
make a tag for the important
data.
After the device starts up,
hold it to turn on LED light
for light supplement or
emergency illumination.
Hold it again to turn off LED
light.
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IR lights
If you set IR as Open, the IR
lights will be enabled during
record or live view of
network transmission.
If you set IR as Auto, the IR
lights will be enabled
automatically during record
or live view of network
transmission when the
illumination is insufficient.
You can set IR via Body
Camera Assistant software.
Refer to User Manual for
details.
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LED light
After the device starts up,
hold LED light button to turn
on LED light for light
supplement or emergency
illumination. Hold it again to
turn off LED light.
If you turn on LED light while
IR function is enabled already,
the IR function will be disabled
forcedly. After you turn off
LED light, the IR function will
restore to be enabled.
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MIC
For voice collection.
6
Record
After the device starts up,
press it to enable record.
During record, hold it
disable record.
7
Mini USB
interface
For charging, data
transmission, and debugging.
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On/Off
button
Hold it for three seconds to
turn on the device.

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No.
Name
Description
After the device starts up,
hold it for three seconds to
turn off the device.
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Indicator 1
The device is being turned
on:
Indicator 1 changes to red
and then becomes unlit.
Indicator 2 becomes solid
green.
The device is recording:
Indicator 1 flashes in red
slowly, and indicator 2 is
solid green.
The device is in pre-record:
Indicator 1 flashes in green
slowly, and indicator 2 is
solid green.
The device is in low power:
Indicator 1 flashes in red
fast, and indicator 2 stays
the former status.
The device is out of
memory:
Indicator 1 stays the former
status, and indicator 2
flashes in yellow fast.
The device is being charged
after it is off:
Indicator 1 is solid red, and
indicator 2 is unlit.
The device is being charged
after it is on:
Indicator 1 is solid red, and
indicator 2 is solid green.
The device is fully charged
after it is off:
Indicator 1 is solid green,
and indicator 2 is unlit.
The device is fully charged
after it is on:
Indicator 1 is solid green,
and indicator 2 is solid
green.
Indicator 2

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2Installation
2.1 Install Shoulder Clip
Install the shoulder clip if you want to wear the device on
your shoulder.
Steps:
1. Insert the shoulder clip down into the slot on the
device back.
Figure 2-1 Install Shoulder Clip
2. Check if the clip is inserted into the slot firmly.
Figure 2-2 Successful Installation
2.2 Uninstall Shoulder Clip
You can uninstall the shoulder clip if you do not want to
wear the device on your shoulder.
Steps:
1. Press the buckles on both sides of the clip inwards
with your fingers.
Figure 2-3 Press Buckles
2. Slide the clip upwards to uninstall it.
3Basic Operation
3.1 Startup and Shutdown
Startup: Hold for 3 seconds until indicator 1
displays red. After a small period of time, the device
vibrates for 0.5 second, indicator 1 becomes unlit, and
indicator 2 changes to sold green, indicating the device
has started up.

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Shutdown: Hold for 3 seconds. Then the device
vibrates for 0.5 second, and the two indicators becomes
unlit, indicating the device is shut down.
Vibration is enabled by default. You can disable vibration
via Body Camera Assistant software. Refer to User Manual
for details.
3.2 Charge
When the device is in low power, Indicator 1 flashes in red
fast, and indicator 2 stays the former status. Charge it in
time.
Steps:
1. Open the Mini USB interface cover.
2. Insert one end of USB cable to the Mini USB interface,
and the other end to the charger.
Use the matched charger to charge the device.
Quick charging is enabled by default. In quick charging
mode, record and other functions will be disabled. You
can disable the function via Body Camera Assistant
software. Refer to User Manual for details.
3.3 Turn on/off LED Light
When the environment is dim or dark, or in emergency
condition, you can hold to turn on LED light for light
supplement or emergency illumination. Hold the button
again to turn off LED light.
3.4 Record
After the device starts up, press , and the device
vibrates for 0.5 second, indicating record is enabled.
During record, hold , and the device vibrates for 0.5
second, indicating record is disabled.
If you have enabled post-record, during record, hold ,
and the device vibrates for 1 second. After the set post-
record time is up, the device vibrates for 0.5 second, and
the post-record ends. For post-record settings, refer to
User Manual for details.
3.5 Tag Important Data
You can tag the important data of the video for future
search.
During record, press to make a tag, and the device
vibrates for 0.5 second, indicating tagging starts. The
tagged files are named with IMP to distinguish with
untagged files.
Tagging only takes effect with the current record. When
the record ends, tagging stops.
You cannot cancel tagging after it starts.
3.6 Enable/Disable Mute Mode
You can enable mute mode, in which the indicators, LED
light, IR lights, and vibration will be disabled.
After the device starts up, hold to enable mute
mode.
In mute mode, hold to disable the mode, and the
device vibrates for 0.5 second, indicating the mute
mode is disabled.
3.7 Alarm
When the memory is insufficient or the power is low, the
device will alarm automatically.

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When the memory is insufficient, indicator 1 stays the
former status, indicator 2 flashes in yellow fast, and the
device vibrates for 0.5 second twice every 30 seconds.
When the power is low, indicator 1 flashes in red fast,
indicator 2 stays the former status, and the device
vibrates for 0.5 second twice every 30 seconds.
When the memory is insufficient, it is recommended to
back up the data and clear the internal storage to avoid
the normal usage. For backup, refer to User Manual for
details.
When the power is low, charge the device in time. Refer
to 3.2 Charge.
4Body Camera Assistant Operation
You can log in to the device via Body Camera Assistant to
view logs and videos, and configure parameters remotely.
Get Body Camera Assistant from the official website
(https://www.hikvision.com/en/).
Assistant mentioned below refers to Body Camera
Assistant.
4.1 Install Assistant
Install Body Camera Assistant according to the operating
system of your computer.
Steps:
1. Double-click the application to start installing.
Install BodyCameraAssistant-win32.exe if your
computer is in 32-bit operating system.
Install BodyCameraAssistant-win64.exe if your
computer is in 64-bit operating system.
2. Follow the wizard to install the assistant.
4.2 Log in
Log in to the device via the assistant to operate.
Before you start
Connect the device to your computer with the USB cable,
and turn on the device.
1. Double-click the icon of Body Camera Assistant to
start it.
2. Click Recognize device to start recognizing. Then the
recognized device will be listed.
Figure 4-1 Recognized Device
3. Click the recognized device, input device password,
and then click Login to log in.
The device default password is 123456. Change the
password in time. Refer to User Manual for details.
4.3 Log out
1. Click on the upper left corner of the interface.

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Figure 4-2 Log out
2. Click Exit to log out of the assistant.
5FAQ
5.1 Why does the device faile to start up?
The device is out of power. Shut down the device and
connect it to the charger to charge for at least 20
minutes.
5.2 Why does the device fail to record?
There is insufficient memory. Back up the data in the
device and clear the storage.
Formatting storage error. Format the device via Body
Camera Assistant.
5.3 Why cannot the device be configured after it
is connected to the computer?
Exit from Body Camera Assistant installed on the
computer.
Unplug and then plug the USB cable.
5.4 Why cannot the devcie be logged in to via
Body Camera Assistant?
If you forget the password, reset the password.
Password is incorrect. Log in with the right password.
Reboot the device, and connect it to the computer
again.
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