Maisi AMBARELLA A7 User manual

USER MANUAL
MAISI Car Dashboard Camera
Congratulations on your purchase!
Please read and understand all instruction before using this camera.
If you do not use device properly and follow all instructions, the warranty
may be voided.
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PRIOR TO USE
1. Install the device near the rear-view mirror to obtain the
best open-field view. Do NOT install the camcorder in a
location that will obstruct your required driving view.
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 your fingers. Finger grease
may be left on the lens and will result in unclear videos or
snapshots. Clean the lens on a regular basis.
4. Do not install the device on a tinted window. Doing so
may damage the tint film.
5. Make sure that the installation position is not hindered
by the tinted window.
CAUTION
* Use the authorized car charger only.
* Never disassemble or attempt to repair this product.
Doing so may damage the camcorder, cause electric
shock and void your product warranty.
* Never short-circuit the battery.
* Set up time and date accurately before you use this
camcorder.
* Exposing the camcorder to open flames can cause
explosion.
* Due to local laws and vehicles safety considerations, do
not manually operate the camcorder while driving.
* The supplier is NOT responsible for the loss of any
data/content during operation.
* The firmware function in camcorder is for reference only.
Before you start using the Car Camcorder it is
assumed that you agree to the above statements.
How to contact us?
If you come across any issue, please feel free to drop us a
quick email at: [e-mail]. We answer most
emails within 12-24 hours. If you purchase from Amazon,
you can contact us via Amazon Message as well.

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1 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this advanced camcorder. This
camcorder is specifically designed for real time video and
audio recording when driving.
1.1 Features
* High Dynamic Range Imaging (HDR)
* Super HD 2304*1296
* Up to 150 Degree Wide Angle Glass Lens &IR-Filter
* Built-in G-sensor
* Motion Detection
* Collision Detection
* Emergency Recording File
* Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)
1.2 Package Contents
The package contains the following items. In case there is
any missing or damaged item, contact us immediately.
Camcorder Bracket
Car Charger User Manual
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1.3 Product Overview
Note:
To operate the camcorder, press the corresponding buttons
(5, 8, 9, 10) according to guide icons shown on the screen.
Number ITEM Number ITEM
1Bracket Socket 8
2Power Switch 9
3Memory Card Slot 10
4 USB Connector 11 Speaker
512 Wide Angle Lens
6LED Indicator 13 Microphone
7LCD Panel 14 Mini HDMI
Up Button ( )
Down Button ( )
Enter Button( )
Back Button ( )
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USER MANUAL
MA ISI C ar Da shb oar d Cam era
Congratulations on your purchase!
Plea se read a nd unde rstan d all ins truct ion bef ore usi ng this c amera .
If you d o not use d evice p roper ly and fo llow al l instr uctio ns, the w arran ty
may be v oided .
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2 Getting Started
2.1 Inserting the Memory Card
Insert the memory card with the gold contacts facing the
back of the camcorder. Push the memory card until it clicks
into place.
To remove the memory card
Push to eject the memory card out of the slot.
Note:
1. Do not remove or insert the memory card when the camcorder
is turned on. This may damage the memory card.
2. It is recommended to use a 32GB, Class 10 or above micro SD
card.
3. Please format the micro SD card prior to the initial use.
4. If the screen shows “Low Speed Card” while recording, it
means the writing speed of the memory card is too slow. Please
replace it with a higher-speed memory card.
5. If “Card is too fragmented” is displayed while recording, it
means the card is unable to save the recording. Please make a
copy of existing files in the card and then reformat it with this
camcorder.
2.2 Installing in Vehicles
2.2.1 Mount to windshield
1. Attach the bracket to the camcorder.
Slide it into the bracket holder until you
hear a click.
2. Before installing the bracket,
please use alcohol to clean the
windshield and suction cup of the
bracket. Wait for dry and press
suction-cup on the windshield
3. Hold the base firmly on the
windshield and press down the
clamp to mount the car holder to
the windshield. Make sure the
base is securely locked in place.
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2.2.2 Adjust the camcorder position
1. Loose the knob to swivel
the device vertically or
horizontally.
2. Then tighten the knob to
make sure the camcorder
is securely locked in place.
2.3 Connecting to Power
Use only the supplied car adapter to power up the
camcorder and charge the built-in battery.
1. Connect one end of the car adapter to the USB
connector of the camcorder.
USB port input: DC 5V / 1A.
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2. Plug the other end of the car charger to the cigarette
lighter socket of your vehicle. Once the vehicle engine is
started, the camcorder automatically turns on. Car charger
input: DC 12 / 24V.
Note:
1. Use the product with the supplier charger only, please do not
use other power chargers to avoid camera burn or cause the
battery explosion.
2. When use this camcorder for the first time, please charging to
battery full.
3. Please take note if the environment temperature reaches
45°C or above, the car adapter still can supply power to
camcorder, but it will not charge the Lithium-ion battery.
Battery Status Indicator
Icon Description
Fully charged
75% charged
50% charged
25% charged
Low battery
Connect the car adapter to charge the
battery, battery is fully charged.
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2.4 LED Indicator
Status Explanation
LED Indicator Color
Green
LED Light Off
Green
LED Light Off
Blinking Red
Power off, battery charging
Power off, battery fully Charged
Power on, battery charging
Power on, battery fully charged
Recording/ Recording and screen off
2.5 Powering the Camcorder On / Off
2.5.1 Power On/Off
2.5.1.1 Power On
Slide the Power Switch down to the
ON position. This action will cover
part of the memory card slot.
2.5.1.2 Power Off
Slide the Power Switch up to the OFF
position. Before taking out memory
card, please wait until power-off
sequence completed and the screen
turn off. Do not take out memory card
during power-off sequence to prevent
recorded video loss or corruption.
2.5.1.3 Reset the camcorder
In rare occasions, the camcorder may
experience an error for unknown
reasons. In this case, please press
OK button for at least 8 seconds to
turn off the camcorder
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2.5.2 Set the Date and Time
To set the correct date and time, do the following:
1. Press the button to enter the
on-screen display (OSD) menu.
2. Press the button to select
Date / Time and press
the button.
3. Press the button to adjust
the value and press the button
to move to another field.
4. Repeat step 3 until the date and time setting is
complete.
3 Using the Car Recorder
3.1 Recording Videos
3.1.1 Record videos while driving
When the vehicle engine starts up and the Automatic
Record function is enabled, the camcorder automatically
turns on and starts recording. Recording will automatically
stop when the engine is switched off. Or, press the button
to stop recording manually.
Note: On some cars, the recording will continue when the
engine is switched off. If this happens, please manually turn
off the cigarette lighter or remove the car adapter from the
cigarette lighter.
3.1.2 Record all other types of videos
1. Press the button to start recording.
2. Press the button to stop recording.
Note:
1. It can be configured to save a video file for every 3 or 5
minutes of recording.
2. The camcorder saves the recording in the memory card.
If the memory card capacity is full, the oldest file in the
memory card will be overwritten.
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3.1.3 Emergency Recording
During Video Recording, press the
button to enter
emergency recording mode,
the “Emergency” message
will be shown immediately on
the upper left corner of the screen,
and the recorded file will
be protected. To stop the recording, press the button.
Note:
1. If the Collision Detection function is enabled and a
collision is detected, the camcorder will automatically trigger
the emergency recording. The recording will last 20 seconds
after collision.
2. The emergency recording file is created as a new file,
which will be protected to avoid being overwritten by normal
cycling recording. 4G memory card can save up to 5
emergency video files, and 8G (or above) memory card can
save up to 10 emergency video files. The alert message of
“Emergency files are full” will pop up on the screen when
the emergency recording files are full. You will need to
manually delete the emergency files in the memory card if
you want to record new emergency files.
3.1.4 The Recording Screen
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3.1.5 Taking Snapshot
You can also use this camcorder
to take snapshots of the current
scene. From the standby screen,
press the button to take a
snapshot.
Note: If recording is in progress,
press the button to stop the recording first.
3.2 Playback Videos and Photos
3.2.1 Playing Videos/ Viewing Photos
To play videos, do the following:
1. If recording is in progress, press
the button to stop recording.
The standby screen is displayed
2. Press the button to enter the
OSD menu.
3. Press the button to select
File Playback and press the button.
4. Press the button to select Video or Emergency
and press the button.
5. Press the button to browse for the desired video file
and press the button to play the video.
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Number Item Description
1Recording Duration Indicates the recording duration.
2Date and Time Indicates the current recording date and time.
3Guide Icon (Menu)
Press the button to enter the OSD menu.
4Guide Icon
(Playback) Press the
button to switch to Playback mode.
5Battery Indicates the remaining battery power.
6Guide Icon (Stop)
Press the button to stop the recording.
7Guide Icon
(Emergency)
Press the button to continuously record the emergency
video in one file until the recording is manually stopped.

Note: When the camcorder is recording, press ▼ button
to stop recording, then press ▲ button, you can directly
enter Playback mode. The last recorded video is
displayed on the screen.
3.2.2 The Playback Screen
Photo Playback Screen Video Playback Screen
6. Press the button to pause the
playback. Press it again to resume.
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3.2.3 Deleting Files
To delete file(s), do the following:
1. If recording is in progress, press
the button to stop recording.
2. Press the button to enter the
OSD menu.
3. Press the button to select
File Deletion and press the button.
4. Press the button to select the
file category and press the button.
5. Press the button to select the
file that you want to delete and press
the button to enter the Delete menu.
6. Press the button to select an
option.
7. Press the button to confirm delete.
Note: Deleted files cannot be recovered. Ensure the files have
backup before deletion.
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Number Item Description
1 Date and time Indicates the recorded date and time.
2 Stamp Print Indicates the file name, date and time stamp if it was
enabled in the Settings menu.
3 Guide icon (Back) Press the button to return to file sele ction
display.
4 Guide icon (Previous) Press the button to view the previous
video/photo.
5 Guide icon (Next)
Press the button to view the next video/photo.
6 Guide icon (Pause) Press the button to pause the video playback.
7 Total recorded time Indicates total recorded time
8 Current Duration Indicates the elapsed time.
9 Battery Indicates the remaining battery power.
item Description
Delete One Delete the current file.
Delete All Delete all files.

4 Adjusting the Settings
4.1 Using the Menu
You can customize the video recording and other general
settings via the on-screen display (OSD) menus.
1. If recording is in progress, press the button to stop
recording.
2. Press the button to enter the OSD menu.
3. Press the button to select a menu option and press
the button to enter the selected menu.
4. Press the button to select the desired setting and
press the button to confirm the setting.
5. Press the button to exit the menu.
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4.2 Menu Tree
Refer to the below table for details on menu items
and available menu options.
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Menu Item Description Available opt ion
File Playback Select the file category that you
want to view.
Video / Emergency
Date / Time Set the date and time. Press / button to
adjust the value, press the
button to switch the field and
confirm
Time Stamp Enable/Disable the date stamp. On / Off
Video Resolution Set the video resolution. 2560 X 1080 p30
2304 X 1296 p30
1920 X 1080 p30 HDR
1280 X 720 p60
Photo Resolution Set the photo resolution. 13M (4800 X 2700)
9M (4000 X 2250)
4M (2688 X 1512)
Image Quality Set different image quality for
the recording videos
S.Fine/ Fine/ Normal
EV Set the exposure compensation. Press / button to setthe
exposure level. You may
customize it between -2.0 ~ +2.0
ADAS Detect Enable/Disable
Driver Fatigue Alert
On/Off
LCD Setting Set the duration for the display to
automatically turn off right after
video recording starts.
On / Turn Off After 30 sec. /Turn
Off After 3 min. / Off
Voice Record Enable/Disable the voice
recording.
On / Off
Beep Enable/Disable the beep. Press / button to set the
volume. You may customize it
between 0 ~ 5
Record Interval Set the recording duration for
each recorded video file.
3 min. / 5 min.

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Specifications
Item Description
Image sensor 1/3” CMOS sensor
Effective pixels 2688 (H) x 1520 (V)
Storage media Support Micro SDHC, up to 32GB class 10
or above
LCD display 2.4” LCD color TFT (262K pixels)
Lens Wide Angle Fixed Focus lens
F/2.0, f=2.6mm
Focus range 0.5m~Infinity
Video (Format: MOV) Resolution: WFHD (2560 x 1080), 30fps
Super HD (2304 x 1296), 30fps
Full HD (1920 x 1080), 30fps HDR
HD (1280 x 720 ), 60fps
Still image
(Photograph) (Format: DCF
(JPEG))
In Photo mode, available resolutions are:
13 Megapixel (4800 x 2700)
9 Megapixel (4000 x 2250)
4 Megapixel (2688 x 1512)
Shutter Electronic shutter
Auto:1/2 ~1/2000 sec.
G-Sensor 3-Axis G- Force sensor
ISO Auto
White Balance Auto
Microphone Yes
Speaker Yes
Connection Mini USB
Battery Built-in 470mAH Li- polymer rechargeable (This
battery is NOT replaceable)
Operating
Temperature
0° ~ 50° C
Operating Humidity 20 ~ 70% RH
Storage
Temperature
-20° ~ 80° C
Dimensions 65 x 70 x 27.5 mm
Weight Approx. 80g (without memory card)
Collision Detection
The camcorder will automatically
trigger emergency recording when
tremor of a collision is detected.
Off/Low/Medium/High
Frequency Reduce flicker on LCD. Auto/ 60Hz/ 50Hz
Language Set the OSD menu language. English ,Deutsch, Français,
Italiano, Español,
Português,Türkçe, Polski
File Deletion Delete the file(s). Video / Emergency
Format the memory card inserted in
the device. All the files in the card will
be erased.
Yes / No
Reset all settings to factory default
settings.
Yes / No
Firmware Version
Format
Default
About
Motion Detection If Motion Detection is activated,
the camcorder will automatically
triggerrecording when the
camcorder detects any motion in
front. When the battery is fully
charged and is
in good condition, Motion
Detection can record continuously
On / Off