HP f490w User manual

f490w
Car Camcorder
User Manual
12030345800-A

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Index
About This Guide ...................................................................... 3
Regulatory Notices ................................................................ 3
Prohibition of Co-location .................................................. 3
WEEE Notice ............................................................................. 3
CE Regulatory Notice ............................................................ 4
Notes on Installation ............................................................ 4
Caution ..................................................................................... 5
1 Introduction ....................................................... 7
1.1 Features ............................................................... 7
1.2 Package Contents .............................................. 7
1.3 Product Overview ................................................ 8
2 Get Start ............................................................ 9
2.1 Storage Media ......................................................
2.1.1 Insert the Memor Card .......................... 9
2.1.2 Remove the Memor Card ....................... 9
2.2 Install .................................................................. 10
2.2.1 Mount the Camcorder to Windshield ..... 10
2.2.2 Adjust the Camcorder ............................ 11
2.3 Connecting to Power ......................................... 12
2.4 ED Indicator ..................................................... 12
2.5 Power on/off and Reset ................................. 13
2.5.1 Auto Power on/off........................................ 13
2.5.2 Reset ............................................................. 13
3 Setting Go Moto P us App .................................. 14

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3.1 Download ........................................................... 14
3.2 Wi-Fi Connection .............................................. 15
3.3 Use Go Moto Plus App ..................................... 16
3.4 Set Up and Operate Camcorder ....................... 17
3.4.1 Main Screen ........................................... 18
3.4.2 Pla back, Delete, Download ................. 20
3.4.3 Camera Setting ..................................... 23
3.4.4 Album .................................................... 25
4 Use the Camcorder ............................................ 28
4.1 Initial Setting ..................................................... 28
4.2 Recording ............................................................ 28
4.3 Emergency Recording ....................................... 28
4.4 Picture in Video .................................................. 2
4.5 Parking Mode ..................................................... 30
5 OTA Firmware Upgrade ...................................... 31
6 Specification .................................................... 35

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About This Guide
The content in this document is for information purpose and is subject to change
without prior notice. We have made ever effort to ensure that this User Guide is
accurate and complete. However, no liabilit is assumed for an errors or
omissions that ma have occurred.
The manufacturer reserves the right to change the technical specifications
without prior notice.
Regu atory Notices
This document provides countr - and region-specific non-wireless and wireless
regulator notices and compliance information for our product. Some of these
notices ma not appl to our product.
Prohibition of Co- ocation
This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operated in conjunction
with an other antenna or transmitter.
WEEE Notice
Disposa of Waste E ectrica and E ectronic Equipment and/or Battery by
users in private househo ds in the European Union
This s mbol on the product or on the packaging indicates that this
cannot be disposed of as a household waste. You must dispose of
our waste equipment and/or batter b handling it over to the
applicable take-back scheme for the rec cling of electrical and
electronic equipment and/or batter . For more information about
rec cling of this equipment and/or batter , please contact our cit
office, the shop where ou purchased the equipment or our
household waste disposal service. The rec cling of materials will
help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is rec cled in a
manner that protects human health and environment.

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CE Regu atory Notice
The product herewith complies with the requirements of the IEC 62368-1:2018,
the EMC Directive 2014/30/EU, and the RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU.
EU Health Protection: This equipment should be installed and operated with
minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & our bod .
Disposal of a batter into fire or a hot oven, or mechanicall crushing or cutting
of a batter , that can result in an explosion.
Leaving a batter in an extremel high temperature surrounding environment
that can result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas.
Notes on Insta ation
1. Please measure the front windshield viewing area, make sure not to block
driver's front view, install the camcorder below the rearview mirror (the
central, higher right position of the front windshield). And we recommend
that the sk and the land occupied b the screen 50%, fix the car holder
and then adjust the camcorder so that the lane is aligned with the screen.
2. Make sure that the lens is within the wiping range of the windscreen wiper
to ensure a clear view even when it rains.
3. Do not touch the lens with our fingers. Finger grease ma be left on the
lens and will result in unclear videos or pictures. Clean the lens on a
regular basis.
4. Do not install the camcorder on a tinted window. Doing so ma damage
the tint film.
5. Make sure that the installation position is not hindered b the tinted
window.
6. This product is suitable for light windshield or light color heat-resistant
film windows , it will affect video qualit if install it on the dark windows or
dark heat-resistant film windows.
7. Use the products of the attached power charger onl , please do not use
other brand power charger, in order to avoid equipment burn.

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Caution
Due to local laws and vehicles safet considerations, do not operate the
camcorder while driving.
Set up date and time accuratel before ou use this camcorder.
The firmware function in the camcorder is for reference onl , drivers are
advised to exercise discretion based on actual road conditions.
This product is used onl for non-commercial use, within the maximum
limits permitted b applicable law. We do not take an responsibilities
for the loss of use of the product.
Wi-Fi Signals are unable to pass through the building. The max limit of
signal transmission is 5m.
Wi-Fi Operation Channel: Ch1~Ch13
The product emplo s wireless data communication which ma interfere,
or be interfered b , a near-b camcorder.
Never use this camcorder in the vicinit of a microwave oven or at places
where there is radio interference.
Radio wave reception ma be worsened in specific environments.
Please be advised that if another camcorder is also using the same
2.4GHz band as this product, the processing speed of both camcorders
ma slow down.
This camcorder gets warm when in use; this is normal.
Improper use or operation of the product ma result in damage of the
product or its accessories and void the warrant .
The radio frequenc (RF) generated b this RF electronic camcorder ma
cause adverse effects on the operation of other electronic camcorders
and result in malfunctioning. Wireless transmitters and circuitr ma
also interfere with other electronic camcorders. Therefore, do observe
the following precautions:
•Aircraft: Never use a radio transmitter when ou are in an airplane.
Please switch off the Wi-Fi function of the camcorder.
•Vehicle: The radio frequenc transmitted b this camcorder ma
affect the electronic s stem in a motorized vehicle. Please

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consult the manufacturer or dealer of our vehicle on the possible
effect.
•Pacemaker: In order to prevent an potential interference to a
pacemaker, an one who uses a pacemaker should be advised,
that, when using this camcorder, a minimum distance of 15cm (6
inch) should be kept between the camcorder and the pacemaker;
and never put this camcorder in a chest pocket. In case of an
doubt of interference, switch off the camcorder immediatel .
•Medical Camcorder: If ou use a personal medical camcorder,
consult the camcorder manufacturer or our ph sician to confirm
if our camcorder is sufficientl shielded from the RF
transmission of this camcorder.
•Medical Facilities: Hospitals and medical institutes ma use
facilities that are sensitive to an external RF energ . Observe such
instructions when the medical care personnel or an posted sign
requests ou to switch off an camcorder that ma interfere the
radio frequenc .
•Explosion sites or an location with a posted sign: In order to
prevent interfering with an explosion activit , observe all the
signage and instructions in the Explosion Area or in a zone with a
“Switch Off 2-wa Radios” sign b switching off camcorders that
ma interfere with the radio frequenc .
HP Inc. is NOT responsible for the loss of an data/content during
operation.
Before you start using the product, it is assumed that you
agree to the above statement.

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1Introduction
Thank ou for purchasing this advanced Car Camcorder. This product
is specificall designed for real time video recording when driving.
1.1 Features
•Super HD 1296p (2304x1296)
•Built-in Wi-Fi, preview and pla back the files from app
•Parking Mode
•Wide angle lens
•Collision Detection, when a collision is detected, the camcorder
will automaticall trigger the emergenc recording
1.2 Package Contents
The package contains the following items. In case there is an
missing or damaged item, contact our dealer immediatel .
Car Camcorder Electro-static
Sticker
User
Manual Car Adapter

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1.3 Product Overview
No
Item
No
Item
1 LED Indicator
6 microSD card slot
2 Microphone
7 Power connector
3 Speaker
8 Bracket socket
4 Wide angle lens
9 Reset hole
5 Short press: Emergenc
Long press: Power off

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2Get Start
2.1 Storage Media
2.1.1 Insert the Memory Card
Insert memor card with the pins facing forward, see the picture as
below:
2.1.2 Remove the Memory Card
If the camcorder is power on, please power off first and wait for the
procedure of switching off the camcorder completed before
removing the memor card.
Note:
1. Do not remove or insert the memor card when the camcorder is turned on. This
ma damage the memor card.
2. Support microSD class 10 and memor storage 16GB or above (support up to
128GB).
3. Please use this car camcorder to format the microSD card before the initial use.
4. Periodicall format the microSD card (recommended period: once a month).

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2.2 Insta
2.2.1 Mount the Camcorder to Windshie d
1. Put the electrostatic sticker onto the suggested area on the
windshield. Before putting the sticker, please wipe and clean
the windshield. During the installation, please make sure the
bubbles in between the sticker and the window are all gone.
2. Peel off the protective plastic sheet from the adhesive pad.

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3. Place and press the bracket firml onto the electrostatic
sticker on the windshield window. Make sure the base is
securel locked in place.
2.2.2 Adjust the Camcorder
1.
Adjust the view angle.
2.
Make sure the camcorder is securel locked in place.

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2.3 Connecting to Power
Use onl the attached power adapter to activate the camcorder.
1. Connect one end of power connector to mini USB port of the
camcorder. USB port input DC5V/1A.
2. Plug the other end of car adapter to the cigarette lighter
socket of our vehicle. Once the vehicle engine is started, the
camcorder automaticall turns on. Car adapter input DC
12/24V.
2.4 LED Indicator
Status LED Indicator
Power on, standb Red, solid
Recording Red, slow flashing
Emergenc recording Red, rapid flashing

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2.5 Power on/off and Reset
2.5.1 Auto Power on/off
Once start the car engine, the camcorder will automaticall power on
and start recording.
Once the car engine shuts down, the camcorder automaticall saves
the recording and turns off the power.
2.5.2 Reset
Use a pin to pin the reset hole.

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3Setting Go Moto P us App
3.1 Down oad
The camcorder allows ou to connect to the smart phone via the app.
When using for the first time, install the [Go Moto P us] app for our
smart phone.
Scan below QR code or download Go Moto P us app from Google
Pla or App Store.
iOS/Android
APP ayout and features may be changed subject to different
software versions. P ease refer to Goog e P ay or APP Store for
update.

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3.2 Wi-Fi Connection
1.
Starts the engine, and the camcorder will auto power on and
record.
2.
Using the Wi-Fi function of our smart phone and search for
camcorder’s ID ”hp_f490w_xx_xxxx” (last 4 digits are s stem
random number). Enter default password 12345678.
Note:
1. Wi-Fi connection in between with the smart phone and camcorder must within 5
meters open space.
2. The language of the Go Moto Plus app will be consistent with our smart phone,
be ond the language options, the app will be activated with default language.
3. Supports OS: Android 9.0 or higher, iOS 13 or higher, Harmon 2 or higher.

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3.3 Use Go Moto P us App
Tap [Go Moto Plus] icon to launch the app. The main screen will
pop up. Follow the below instruction to operate this application.

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3.4 Set Up and Operate Camcorder
Tap “Access Camera” to enter main screen for set up and operate
camcorder.

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3.4.1 Main Screen
icon Description
/
Go Moto Plus logo / SD card
message

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Preview screen
Full screen displa
/
Start/Stop recording
Take photo
Camera File (check the files in
microSD)
Camera Setting
To remind the emergenc files
in the microSD card is about to
be full and going to over write
the oldest files. Backup the files
and clear up the emergenc
folder, and this message will be
gone.
Note:
The camcorder will s nchronize date/time with smart phone once open the app.
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