Janus Pro HD User manual

1280X720 High Definition Vehicle Black Box
User’s Manual
Read user’s manual carefully in order to protect the user’s safety and ensure toaccurate use of the product.

Before using this product
Caution
Product Features
Component
Name of product details
Product Specification
Product Description
How to install
Exclusive PC Viewer
Product Warranty
How to format SD Card
Voice Announcement and LED
Warranty and Limitation of Liability/ Precaution
SD Card / How to remove SD Card
How to use
Content
12~13
16~20

Janus Cam is not liable for any problems caused by violating the statements written
in the user’s manual.
- Janus Cam is not liable for the product malfunction, loss of data and/or any damages
incurred when using the product.
- Consistent care and attention is essential when handling the SD Card that saves recorded data.
- Janus Pro HD was developed to record and save video footage of vehicle accidents and/or
any impact to the vehicle.
Janus Pro HD is not liable for recording and saving every stream of video.
- Janus Cam is not liable for battery discharge or fire caused by incorrect installation or arbitrary
modification when connecting to a constant power cable.
- The power supply should use recommended voltage otherwise
it can cause damage to the camera.
- Do not arbitrarily disassemble and modify the camera
otherwise it can cause damage to the product and/or electric
shock to user. It will be considered user’s fault and void the warranty.
- Make sure that the power cable is not cut and/or damaged
when attaching other electronic gadgets to the vehicle; otherwise
it can cause product failure or electric shock.
- It is highly recommended not to connect a constant power cable
to the Janus Pro HD camera. This can cause malfunction to the camera
due to the different conditions of vehicle and surrounding environments.
(Janus Cam is not liable for vehicle battery discharges or damages caused
by using a constant power cable connection).
The product and the user’s manual can be changed without prior notice to ensure user’s convenience
and improve product quality and performance and please be advised to visit
http://www.januscam.com for any changes and updates.
Before using this product 1
Warranty and Limitation of Liability
Precaution

Camera power source needs to be turned off. Check to ensure that LED light is off before
inserting and removing SD memory card.
- Do not disassemble the SD card by force as it can cause the damage to the product.
- Do not disconnect the SD card while the camera is on. It can cause data corruption
and damage to the SD card.
- Be advised to keep the SD card in the card case when you keep or move from camera,
otherwise data can be corrupted by static electricity or external power voltage.
- SD card should be placed in a card case when it has been removed from camera otherwise
data can be corrupted (do not use this product under high temperatures).
- It is highly recommended to store important data on HDD, CD or an external storage device.
- It is highly recommended to check the recorded data at least once a week.
SD card should be formatted once a month.
- It is highly recommended to regularly check and back-up SD cards.
The life of the SD card can be shortening by long-term use which can cause camera
to malfunction. Malfunctions will prevent video files from saving onto the SD Card.
(if the SD card is inserted into the camera after it has been formatted, the folders will
automatically be created to record and save data.)
SD Card
How to remove the SD card
2 Caution
- Janus Pro HD will automatically shut off when ignition is turned off or by disconnecting
the power cable from the camera. Please follow the below directions before inserting
or removing the SD card.
- If Janus Pro HD is disconnected from power source, it can record videos for 5 to 10 seconds.
▶ SD card Insert
1. Insert the SD card into the main slot on the camera.
2. Turn on the ignition when the camera is connected into cigarette lighter adapter.
▶ Insert or remove the SD card when the power cable is disconnected from camera.
1. Turn off vehicle ignition
2. Make sure that the LED light is turned off
3. Make sure Janus Pro HD camera is off
4. Remove the SD card if the LED is completely turned off
(removing the SD card by force can cause damage to the camera. Lightly press SD card to remove)

Please follow the below guidelines to prevent damages
to camera and SD card.
- For first time use, format a new SD card on PC.
- Record video for 5 to 10 seconds after the power supply cable is unplugged.
- During extreme weather conditions, camera should be sheltered from direct sunlight.
- Do not try to control the product while driving. Please make sure to control
the product in safe environments.
- Do not touch the SD card and/or camera with oily or wet hands.
- Do not insert impurities into the SD card slot.
- Do not use water or harsh chemicals when cleaning the camera.
Only use a soft and dry cloth for cleaning.
- If Janus Pro HD is physically damaged or disconnected from power supply,
the camera can not record and/or save data.
- Do not use dark tinting on vehicle windows and remove all impurities,
otherwise video recording can be distrusted and result in degraded recording quality.
- Check video recordings to ensure camera angle is properly adjusted
when changing the location of the camera.
- Contact your sales representative immediately if there are any product malfunctions.
- Do not apply violent force to camera, as it can cause damage to product.
- Product will operate normally once installation in completed. Changes to the location
of camera can cause product malfunction. Camera must be firmly placed on windshield.
Do not apply violent force while changing the location of the camera.
- Only use SD cards that are supplied and recommended by Janus Cam.
The use of other SD cards can cause camera and SD card malfunctions.
- Do not disconnect the SD card from camera, turn off camera or turn off the vehicle during
firmware upgrades, otherwise it can cause SD card to malfunction or the lose of serious data.
- Motion detection function can cause camera to malfunction by changes
in environment, weather or climate.
Caution 3
How to use

4 Product Features
Real High-definition
- Built-in 3G-Sensor can detect and record impact, acceleration, and deceleration
(3 Axis-X,Y,Z)
- Front : Real HD 1280X720
- View Angle front : 110˚
External GPS
- When external GPS is used, recorded data can be viewed in the exclusive
PC viewer software, Janus Viewer.
▶ Optional accessory
Motion Detection
3 Dimensional Sensor (G)
- If no movement is detected by the G-sensor, Parking Mode will automatically change to
Motion Detection Mode within 10 minutes.
- Records 10 seconds before motion detection and 20 seconds after motion detection
- This function can be operated using a Constant Power Supply.
- Constant Recording : every 60 seconds recording
- Event Recording : will save video recording files into the Event Folder
when it detects the impact.
Event Button
Constant Recording and Event Recording
- Video and auto will immediately record and save when Event Button is triggered.
Janus Pro HD is a black-box that is installed into a vehicle for video and audio recording.
The Janus Viewer can prove video and audio evidence of vehicle accidents,
damages and/or physical conflict.

Product Features 5
Parking-Mode function
Firmware Update
Audio Recording
- When recording, audio is synchronized with video recordings.
- Firmware upgrades for SD cards are available to help with product performance.
▶ For more information, visit www.januscam.com
- It can be efficient to save a large number of video files in a small memory space of SD card.
- Parking Mode function can only be supported using the constant power supply.
- User’s have the option to use Parking Mode.
- Exclusive PC Viewer allows user’s to view video files, accident information
and the recorded GPS data.
Micro SD/ Format Function Support
- Videos can be viewed on smart phones, PMP and/or other devices with a SD Card slot.
- Older video files will be overwritten with new saved files.
- Built-in format function will safely store recorded data onto Micro SD Card.
- Press the Event button for 5 seconds in order to format the Micro SD Card.
Exclusive PC viewer
Backup battery / Voice announcement
- In case, power supply is disconnected, the last recordings can be safely stored
by back-up power supply.
- Voice Announcement allows user to check the condition of the device.

Adapter
6 Component
External GPS Video Cable SD Card Reader
Box component
Optional accessories
▶ Janus Cam is not liable for after service of Micro SD card and Micro SD card adapter
Main Unit and Mount Bracket
Cigarette Lighter Adapter
Manual
Micro SD Card SD card adapter
Constant Power Cable

Front
Back
RightLeft
Mode button
Event button
GPS LED
GPS
Power Input
(DC12V) Micro SD card slot
Security LED
Camera
Rec. LED
Camera
Adhesive tape
Mounting
Bracket
Video out (2.5 )
Name of product details 7

8 Product Specification
▶ The above product specification and function can be changed in order to improve the performance
of the product without prior notice.
Product specification
Exterior
Spec.
Color
Channel
Lens Angle
Level of illumination
Video In/Out
LED
Function
Resolution
Video Format
Frame
Memory
Recording Methods
Audio Recording
Voice Output
GPS
Time
G-sensor
Operating Voltage
Power Consumption
Operating Temp.
Storage Temp.
Battery
Recording Mode
Normal Recording
Impact Recording
Motion Recording
SD format
Security
PC Viewer
F/W Update
dark red
Front
110˚
Above 0.5 LUX.
V-OUT(2.5pie)
Built-in High Intensity LED
Quick button support
(Event, Mute, Self-Format, Parking Mode)
1280*720(HD)
MPEG4(H.264)
30fps
Micro SD
Overwriting
High Sensitive MIC built-in
Speaker
External Type
Internal RTC
3 Axis Acceleration Sensor(X,Y,Z)
12V
200mAh
-20˚C~80˚C
-25˚C~85˚C
Lithium Battery
Constant/ Event or Manual/ Parking/ Motion Detection
Minutely Recording
10 Sec. before Collision ~ 20 Sec. after Collision
10 Sec. before motion detection ~ 20 Sec. after motion detection
Self-format function
High Intensity Blue/White LED
Exclusive PC Viewer
Firmware Update Support
1Ch Note
1.5 Mega
NTSC/PAL
Variable
SDHC 4GB ~32GB
Mute Support
Built-in
Security
Win XP, Vista, Win 7
Automatic Synchronization
when connecting with GPS
Location, time, speed support
Device
Specification
Additional
Function

Product Description 9
16G 32G
4G 8G
16G 32G
4G 8G
◎ Three different folders are created.
Please see below for and the explanations for each folder:
(Impact)
EVENT
(Constant)
INFINITE PARKING
20% of micro SD card space and
overwrites at over-capacity
70% of micro SD card space and
overwrites at over-capacity
10% of micro SD card and
overwrites at over-capacity.
Insert Micro SD Card to save recorded video files on smart phone or PC.
◎ Video file length in Micro SD card
60 seconds
MIN. 60 minutes
MIN. 260 minutes
MIN. 120 minutes
MIN. 520 minutes
60 seconds
60 seconds 60 seconds
◎ Total space of Micro SD card
▶ Values will vary by the difference of the user’s environment in the save system, Variable Save System.
▶ 4~8G SD card, above CLASS 4, 16G SD card, above Class 6, 32G SD card, above 10
▶ The Constant Power Supply Unit can shorten the life of SD card (3~6 month) Micro SD cards
should be changed when full.

10 Product Description
A/V OUT
Buttons
It is possible to watch the real-time recording video (V-OUT)
by connecting with external devices (AV-IN)
The width of AV input port can be different by the different models of navigation.
EVENT(EVENT / SD Format)
▶ The AV Cable is an optional accessory, which can be purchased through Janus Cam.
MODE (MUTE / PARKING)
- Lightly press the Event Button to start EVENT recording
- Press the EVENT button for 5 seconds to allow Micro SD card to self-format.
- Lightly press the Mode button to start AUDIO MUTE
- Press the MODE button for 2 seconds to activate PARKING MODE.
- 1, 4 not in used
- 2 : Video, 3: Ground
MODE button
EVENT button

Voice Announcement and LED 11
REC LED
GPS LEDSecurity LED
▶ The function related to the product operation can be changed without prior notice in order to improve the performance of the product.
Recording LED : It shows the status of LED.
GPS: in non-receptive areas (basement garage, tunnel and highway) and extreme weather conditions can cause weak GPS signal.
Electromagnetic interference from other electronic devices inside vehicle or different types of vehicle can also create weak GPS signal.
F/W update: It is possible to upgrade firmware with copying it to the SD card and inserting the SD Card to the product
REC
Security Security
Alert Audio-visual Alert
(Sound, LED flickering)
Power off the device can cause the
device malfunction while updating.
GPS
Firmware Update
SD card malfunction
or the product
malfunction
Active: On Non-active : Off Flickering
1
2
3
3
2
1
Operation
&function Security
Voice
announcement Note
Power On
Power On System Check
Save Video and Power off
LED on/ off by GPS built-in
Cross flickering between
REC LED <-> GPS LED
(Auto reboot after format)
- Activation of Parking-Mode if the vehicle
is not moved for ten minutes
- Long Press Mode button or drive
away vehicle
Set: GPS LED Flickering once
Clear: GPS LED flickering twice
GPS Reception is activated after
flickering
Power On
Power Off Power Off
Alert Sound
Alert Sound
Alert Sound
Alert Sound
Flickering in order
Automatic or
Short press
Event button
Short press
Mode button
Long press Mode
button
(2 Sec. or more)
Long press Event
button
(4 Sec. or more)
Constant
Recording
Event
Button
Event
Recording
SD card
format
MUTE
Parking
Mode
(Motion)
Mode
Button
Recording
Mode
Device Booting
Announcement Messages
1. Please have a safe drive today.
2. You cannot use the current SD card.
Please replace the SD card.
3. We are starting the new upgrade.
4. The upgrade is complete.
Rebooting the system.
5. Formatting the SD card.
“Please have a
safe drive today.”
“Formatting
the SD card.”
“You cannot use
the current SD card.
Please replace
the SD card.”

12 How to Install
How to install the Front Camera
2. Remove protective plastic film from
adhesive on mounting bracket.
4. Connect the cigarette power cable
into the product
3. Before mounting, clean area on
windshield. Place camera on front
windshield.
Adjust the angle of camera lens.
5. Connect power cable to 12V
Cigarette Light Adapter in vehicle.
1. Insert the enclosed Micro SD
card into camera

GPS
EVENT MODE REC
How to install 13
▶ Turn the locking cover clockwise to adjust angle. Turn the locking cover anti-clockwise to loosen.
- Place rubber ring on mount and lock by turning clockwise.
How to install Mount Bracket

1. Double –click “My computer”
2. Click the right hand side of mouse to “Removable Media Device”
Click the left hand side of mouse to “Format” on menu bar.
3. Follow Window pops up as shown in the picture below. Select “Quick Format”.
Click the left hand side of mouse to “Start” button.
4.
Click “Confirm” while Warning Window pops up.
14 How to format SD card

5. Do not click the “Cancel” button.
Must wait until formatting is completed.
6. Click “OK” button when format is completed.
7. Click “Close” button on the status bar.
8. Format session is completed.
How to format SD card 15