Kitvision KVACTCAM2 User manual

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USER MANUAL
Action Camera

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Please read this manual carefully before use.
Contents
3 Box contents
4 Functions
5 Turning the power on and o
5 Charging the battery
5 Removing the battery
6 Inserting the memory card
6 Formatting a micro SD card
7 Changing the mode of the camera
8 Video mode
9 Photo mode
9 Playback mode
9 Setup mode
10 Setup mode – Available settings
14 Deleting and protecting media
14 Shortcuts
15 Connecting the camera to a PC
15 Waterproof case
16 Specications
18 Care for your Kitvision
Action Camera
18 Troubleshooting
Box contents
• Kitvision Action Camera
• 30 m waterproof case
• Bicycle mount
• Camera clip with screw
• Flat adhesive mount
• 90 degree adaptor
• Action camera to ¼"tripod adaptor
• Mounting straps
• Micro USB cable
• Battery
• 2 x adhesive pads
• User manual

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Functions
1. Shutte r/Ok
2. LED indicator
3. Power/Mode
4. Lens
5. Built-in microphone
6. Micro SD card slot
7. Micro USB input
8. Power indicator
9. Charging indicator
10. Built-in LCD
11. U p
12. Down
13. Built-in speaker
14. Battery cover
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Instructions for use
Turning the power on and o
1. Long press Power/Mode (3) to turn on the camera. When turned on, the camera
will make a ‘chime’ sound eect
2. Long press Power/Mode (3) to turn power o
Charging the battery
The camera has a built-in rechargeable lithium battery. Please fully charge the battery
before use.
1. Turn o the camera
2. Connect the micro USB connector of the USB cable to the camera and the other end
to a PC/mains charger USB port
3. The Charging indicator (9) will be solid red whilst charging
Note: The camera body may be warm after extended use. This is normal.
Removing the battery
1. Ensure the camera is powered o and not charging
2. Lift the Battery cover (14)
3. Pull the battery tab to remove the rechargeable battery

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Inserting the memory card
The Kitvision Action Camera doesn’t have any internal memory. To be able to record
video or capture photos using the camera, you must have your micro SD card inserted
(32 GB max, not included).
1. Ensure the camera is turned o
2. Insert your memory card into the micro SD card slot (6)
3. The camera uses the FAT32 ling system. If the micro SD card is incompatible,
it will need formatting
Formatting a micro SD card
Your Kitvision Action Camera can format a micro SD card to ensure it functions correctly.
CAUTION: THIS WILL DELETE ALL DATA AND MEDIA from the micro SD Card
1. Insert your memory card into the micro SD card slot (6)
2. Turn on the camera and press Power/Mode (3) three times to enter setup mode.
If in another mode, press Power/Mode (3) until the setup mode icon is visible
3. Use Up (11) and Down (12) to navigate through the settings
4. Highlight ‘Format’ and press Shutter/Ok (1)
5. Use Down (12) to highlight ‘OK’ and press Shutter/Ok (1)
Changing the mode of the camera
The camera has 4 dierent modes: Photo mode, Video mode, Playback mode
and Setup mode.
• The corresponding icon will display in the top left of the LCD to indicate the
selected mode
Icon Mode Description
Video mode For recording video clips
Photo mode For taking still photos
Playback mode For viewing captured les
Setup mode For changing camera settings

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Video mode
1. Turn on the camera and it will start in Video mode automatically. If in another mode,
press Power/Mode (3) until the video icon is visible
2. Use the LCD (10) to view your shot, then press Shutter/Ok (1) to start recording
– when recording, the LED indicator (2) will ash, the LCD (10) will show how long
it has been recording for
3. Press Shutter/Ok (1) again to stop recording
Note: The camera will stop recording and save automatically when the memory
capacity is full or it has run out of battery power.
Note: For optimum audio quality, use the camera without the waterproof case.
When using the camera without a case, please take extra care and make sure
it does not get wet.
Note: Before recording, if you require audio for your footage, ensure audio is turned on.
Photo mode
1. Turn on the camera and press Power/Mode (3) once to enter Photo mode. If in
another mode, press Power/Mode (3) until the photo icon is visible
2. Use the LCD (10) to view your shot, and press Shutter/OK (1) to take a still image
– after the image has been taken, the LED indicator (2) will ash
Playback mode
1. Turn on the camera and press Power/Mode (3) twice to enter Playback mode.
If in another mode, press Power/Mode (3) until the playback icon is visible
2. Use Up (11) and Down (12) to navigate through your les
3. When viewing a video, press Shutter/Ok (1) to play and pause
Setup mode
1. Turn on the camera and press Power/Mode (3) three times to enter Setup mode.
If in another mode, press Power/Mode (3) until the setup icon is visible
2. Use Up (11) and Down (12) to navigate through the settings
3. Press Shutter/Ok (1) to enter the sub menu for the highlighted setting
4. Use Up (11) and Down (12) to navigate through the available options
5. Press Shutter/Ok (1) to select the highlighted option

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Setup mode – Available settings
MENU FUNCTION
Video resolution Change the resolution for when in video mode. Higher resolutions
will record in better quality but will take up more memory
[1280 x 720p] / [640 x 480p]
Date stamp This function can be used to add a visible time and date stamp
to the media. Please note you must also manually set this using
the ‘Date/Time’ setting
[OFF] / [ON]
Motion detection This function can be used to start a recording when motion is
detected in front of the camera
[OFF] / [ON]
Loop recording This function can be used to break up video les. When this option
is turned on and the camera is recording, a video will automatically
be split into smaller les based on the chosen time frame
[OFF] / [1Min] / [3Min] / [5Min]
Record audio This function can be used to mute the microphone
[OFF] / [ON]
Exposure This function will change how light or dark your media will appear
[+2.0] / [+5/3] / [+4/3] / [+1.0] / [+2/3] / [+1/3] / [+0.0] / [-1/3] /
[-2/3] / [-1.0] / [-4/3] / [-5/3] / [-2.0]
Camera resolution Change the resolution for when in photo mode. Higher resolutions
will take better quality images but will take up more memory
[5MP] / [3MP] / [2MP] / [1.3MP]
Delete This function can be used to permanently delete media
[Delete Current] / [Delete All]
Protect This function can be used to protect media from being overwritten
[Lock Current] / [Unlock Current] / [Lock All] / [Unlock All]
Volume Adjust the built-in speakers volume
[0-8]
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Format Set up your micro SD Card to be used with your Kitvision Action
Camera. CAUTION: THIS WILL DELETE ALL DATA AND MEDIA
[Cancel] / [OK]
Language Change the language of the camera
[English] / [Simplied Chinese] / [Traditional Chinese] /
[Japanese] / [French] / [German] / [Korean] / [Thai] /
[Portuguese] / [Russian] / [Spanish] / [Hungarian]
Auto power o This function can be used to turn the camera o after a specied
time frame of inactivity
[O] / [1Min] / [3Min] / [5Min]
Screen saver This function can be used to turn the display o after a specied
time frame of inactivity
[O] / [1Min] / [2Min] / [3Min]
Default setting This function can be used to reset the camera back to its default
factory settings. This will not delete any media
[Cancel] / [OK]
Frequency Changes the TV output between 50 Hz (PAL) and 60 Hz (NTSC)
[50 Hz] / [60 Hz]
Delay pictures This function can be used to create a 3 second delay between
when you press Shutter/OK (1) and when an image is captured
[OFF] / [ON]
Date/Time Change the date/time on the camera. Use Up (11) and Down (12)
to alter the number and Shutter/OK (1) to proceed to the next option
[Year / Month / Day / Hour / Minute]
Version Select this option to view your model number and rmware version

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Deleting and protecting media
1. Turn on the camera and press Power/Mode (3) twice to enter Playback mode. If in
another mode, press Power/Mode (3) until the playback icon is visible
2. Use Up (11) and Down (12) to navigate through your les until you have your chosen
le on screen
3. Press Power/Mode (3) to enter Setup mode. Use Up (11) and Down (12) to navigate
through to the ‘Delete’ or ‘Protect’ option, and press Shutter/Ok (1) to conrm and
follow the on screen instructions
• Choosing to delete/lock/unlock current will only aect the media that was being
viewed before the setup mode was entered
• Choosing to delete/lock/unlock all will aect all media
Shortcuts
Can be used when in Video mode
1. Press Up (11) to activate and de-activate the ‘Record Audio’ setting
Can be used when in Video or Photo mode
2. Press Down (12) to manually activate the screensaver
Connecting the camera to a PC
There are two ways to download les from the camera’s micro SD to a computer:
• By connecting the micro SD card to a computer using a card reader (not included)
• By connecting the camera to a computer using the supplied micro USB cable
To upload your les to a computer, select ‘Mass storage’ from the options displayed.
Waterproof case
The Kitvision Action Camera includes a case that is waterproof up to 30 metres.
When using the camera in a wet environment, always use the waterproof case.
It is recommended that the case be used at all times for protection reasons.
• You are advised to test the waterproof case empty by submerging it in water to
ensure that it does not malfunction
• Make sure the seal is clean before use. Wax, oil, dirt, sand or other poor conditions
will weaken the bond and may cause damage to the camera
• Before use ensure the case is closed and the clip is rmly in place to ensure the seal
has full contact over the entire surface
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Using the waterproof case
1. Open the waterproof case by releasing the clip on the top of the case. To do so,
pull the front of the clip backwards and remove the camera
2. Insert the camera correctly so that the case closes easily and provides a tight seal
3. Position the clip so that it makes a connection with the top of the rear door, and push
the clip down to lock it in place
4. Use the waterproof case’s external spring buttons to operate the camera
Specications
Lens 90 degree
Video resolution 720P / VGA
Image resolution 5 MP / 3 MP / 2 MP / 1.3 MP
Display 2" LCD
Working temp –10~+50°
Waterproof 30 m
USB interface USB 2.0
Storage TF Supported (up to 32 GB)
Battery 3.7 V, 900 mAh rechargeable battery
Recording time (per charge) up to 90 minutes
Dimensions H59.2 x W41 x D29.8 (mm)
Video format AVI
Image format JPEG
Audio WAV (Bitrate: 176 kbps)
White balance Auto
Shutter control Electronic
Operation System Compatibility Windows 98 / me / XP / Vista / 7 / Mac OS / Linux

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Care for your Kitvision Action Camera
Please DON’T:
• Get the camera wet, unless sealed in the included waterproof case
• Drop the camera as this will invalidate your warranty
• Open up the camera in any way other than explained in this manual
• Expose the camera to extreme temperatures or rapid changes of hot to cold or vice versa
Please DO:
• Clean the camera with a soft dry cloth and no detergents
Troubleshooting
We hope you’ve now got all the information you need to get started, but if you’re
having problems with anything, please feel free to contact us at:
[email protected].uk or visit www.kitvision.co.uk
Please do not attempt to open this product in any way other than explained in this manual. Making any attempt
to open the product or carry out repair voids any and all warranties.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused by minor inconsistencies in these instructions, which may occur as
a result of product improvement and development.