Midland XTC280 User manual

Quick Start Guide
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Insert Battery - Open battery door and
install battery.
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Record - Slide the record switch
forward. Recording starts in 8
seconds.
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Install Micro SD Card - Open & fold
down rubber cover and insert Micro SD
card. Close the rubber cover.
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Turn Off - Once you have finished
recording, slide the switch to the off
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Mount Your Camera - Mount the camera
where needed on your helmet, handle
bar, vehicle etc. with the mounts
supplied or purchased.
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Download & View Video - To download
video simply remove your Micro SD
Card & plug it into your computer.
You can also plug your camera into the
computer and slide the REC switch to
the ON position.
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INDEX
Quick Start Guide
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Welcome to the XTC Action Camera Experience
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What’s in the Box
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Features and Controls
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Getting to Know the Camera
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Battery .............................................................................................................................................................................................4
Micro SD Card .................................................................................................................................................................................4

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Recording ........................................................................................................................................................................................4
Image Stabilization ..........................................................................................................................................................................4
Camera Mounting and Aiming
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Reformatting the Micro SD card
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Compatible Systems
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Downloading Videos
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Minimum System Requirements
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Tips and Tricks
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FCC Information
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Limited Warranty
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Accessories
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Other Midland Products
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Welcome to the XTC Action Camera
Experience
Thank you for purchasing the XTC280 Action Camera. We are proud to offer you
the ultimate tool in capturing and recording your adventures. With easy to use one
switch operation, 118° lens and 2 hour battery life, you never miss a minute of the
action. Once captured, simply connect to your computer and upload the videos to
share with friends. It is that simple. Enjoy!
1. Midland XTC280 Camera
2. Submersible Case
3. USB Cable
4. Lithium-Ion Battery Pack
5. Helmet Adhesive Mount
(includes two 3M adhesive pads)
Features and
Controls
1080 Features:
- 30 frames per second
- 118° lens
- 16:9 aspect ratio
- 1920 x 1080 (H) resolution
- Records as mp4
720 Features:
- 60 frames per second
- 118° lens
- 16:9 aspect ratio
- 1280 x 720 (L)
resolution
- Records as mp4

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Record LED
Battery LED
H/L Mode
Switch
Getting to Know the Camera
1.To insert the battery, push down the battery
door latch on the right side of the camera.
Door will release. Push forward to remove.
2.Install Lithium-Ion battery.
3.Return battery door and click into place.
Battery Status
Indicator
Meaning
Solid Green
Indicates full battery life
Blinking Green
Battery is charging
Solid Red
Indicates half battery
life
Blinking Red*
Indicates low battery
life
No Light
Battery is dead
*Note: When the red battery LED
begins blinking, be prepared to charge
the battery because the camera will
stop recording at this point.
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Getting to Know the Camera
1. Move the RECORD switch forward. This turns the camera on.
2. The battery indicator will light from red to green. The Micro SD card indicator will
light green. The record indictor will begin flashing red after 8 seconds. This
indicates the camera is capturing video.
3. To stop recording, move the RECORD switch back to the off position.Note: The
camera will continue recording for 3 seconds after toggling the switch to the off
position.
Micro SD Card
LED Status
Meaning
Green
1 GB or more available.
Orange
512 MB to 1 GB available.
Red
Below 512 MB available or
no Micro SD card installed.
Flashing Red
Cannot read the card.
Flashing Green
Indicates card has been
reformatted.
*Note: Requires Class 4 or higher Micro SD card
Memory Size
720 Record
Time
1080 Record Time
512 MB
6.5 Minutes
5.5 Minutes
1 GB
13 Minutes
11 Minutes
2 GB
26 Minutes
22 Minutes
4 GB
52 Minutes
44 Minutes
8 GB
104 Minutes
88 Minutes
16 GB
208 Minutes
176 Minutes
32 GB
416 Minutes
352 Minutes
*Note: The camera automatically splits the video
into 2 GB segments.
Image Stabilization
The XTC280 uses Digital Image Stabilization (DIS)
to visually stabilize the video from a shaking or
vibrating camera.
Camera Mounting and
Aiming
Mount on Dual Track System
The XTC280 was designed with an innovative
identical dual track mount system on both sides of the
camera. This allows you to mount it on either side of a
helmet with ease. In addition, the interchangeable
mount piece can be moved from the helmet mount to
the goggle mount. This eliminates the hassle of
having to remount the camera every time.
Micro SD Card
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. Open and fold down the back rubber cover.
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. Insert Micro SD card into slot observing proper direction (shown below
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Return rubber flap into place.
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To mount the camera on the interchangeable mount piece, slide the camera onto
the dual track system with the two notches on the mount facing toward the back of
the camera.
To detach the camera from the interchangeable mount, hold the camera with the
lens facing away from you. Press down the mount release switch and pull the
mount toward you.
Aiming the Camera when mounted with the dual track mount:
When mounting the camera on a helmet, you must do the following:
1. Consider what you would like to shoot and mount the camera accordingly- left
side, right side or top.
2. Find a flat surface and ensure the area is clean of dirt and debris. Remove the
cover of the adhesive pad and adhere to the helmet.
3. Once attached, adjust the camera to be sure you are not filming the sky or the
ground.
Camera Mounting
and Aiming
Mount using the Thread Mount
On the bottom of the XTC280 is a standard
thread mount that allows the camera to be
mounted to a tripod or other fixture with a 1/4-20
(1/4” diameter, 20 threads per inch) 5/16 deep
thread. For example, the vented helmet strap
mount is a screw type mount. To affix the
camera, insert the screw on the mount into the
camera thread and rotate the camera clockwise
to tighten down onto the screw.
Over tightening may
cause damage
to the mount and/or camera
Aiming the Camera when mounted
with the thread mount: When mounting
the camera on the handlebars of a bike or
with the vented helmet strap mount,
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would like to shoot and mount accordingly.
2. Once attached, make sure that the camera is aimed straight and not toward the
ground or at the sky.
Reformatting the Micro SD card
Ensure battery is fully charged before formatting
The Micro SD card can be reformatted while in the camera. This allows you
to delete all the videos at one time. Follow these steps: 1. Move the
RECORD switch to the Forward On / Record position.
2. When the battery indicator turns green, press and hold the Micro SD card
reformat button.
3. Keep holding the Micro SD card reformat button down until the record
indicator turns off and the Micro SD card indicator begins blinking green.
4. Move the RECORD switch to the off position.
Note: The camera cannot reformat the Micro SD card if the low battery
light is on. Compatible Systems
The XTC280 can be used on both a PC or MAC. Below are the compatible
operating systems:
Windows XP SP2, Vista, 7, 8
Macintosh OSX 10.4 and higher
For Windows we recommendWindows Media Player 10 or higher. For
Macintosh we recommend Quick Time 6.5 or higher.
Downloading Videos
There is no need to install any software with the XTC280. It is a plug
and play device. To download video, follow the below instructions
depending upon whether you have a PC or a MAC.
Downloading Videos on a PC with a WINDOWS Operating System 1.
Connect the camera to the USB port using the included cable.
2.Turn the camera on by moving the RECORD switch to the Forward On /
Record position.
3.The device should automatically install.
4.Operating system
a. Windows XP
i. Open “My Computer”. The camera will
be listed under devices
with removable storage.
b. Windows Vista
i. Open “Computer”. The camera will be
listed under devices with
removable storage.
c. Windows 7
i. Open “Computer”. The camera will be
listed under devices with
removable storage.
d. Windows 8
i. From the desktop, open the File
Explorer. The camera will be listed
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. 6. Open DCIM Folder.
7.Open 100MEDIA folder.
8.Your videos will be in this folder.
Downloading Videos
Downloading Videos on a MAC
1. Connect the camera to the USB port using the included cable. 2. Turn the
camera on by moving the RECORD switch to the Forward On / Record position.
3. MAC should automatically recognize the camera external hard drive.
4. Click on the icon on the desktop.
5. Open DCIM Folder.
6. Open 100MEDIA folder.
7. Your videos will be in this folder.
8. Drag video files to your hard drive or double click to view.
Minimum System
Requirements
720 video
1080 video
Processor
3.0 GHz or faster
3.2 GHz or faster
Ram
1 GB or greater
2 GB or greater
Video Card
128 MB or greater
128 MB or
greater
Video playback requires H.264 codec. To obtain
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Tips and Tricks Tips and Tricks

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Problem
Solution
Batteries
Camera not turning on
Make sure battery is fully charged.
Recording
Camera not recording
Make sure the switch is pushed all the
way forward. If the record LED does
not come on, turn off the device and
reinstall the battery.
Verify available memory.
Micro SD card
Problem
Solution
Video Downloading
Slow data transfer
Verify the camera is plugged into a USB
2.0 device. If registering as 1.1, unplug
and the re-plug the device.
Remove other unused USB devices.
Computer does not
recognize camera
Ensure record switch is in the Forward
On / Record position while connected
to computer.
Ensure the Micro SD card is inserted
properly.
Micro SD card may be corrupted.
Attempt formatting process.
File won’t transfer off
memory card
In the run command type:
chkdsk volume:/f
then press enter

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Micro SD card not reading
Ensure the Micro SD card is inserted
properly.
Plug camera into the computer to
verify it has available storage.
Attempt formatting process.
Video Playback
Slow or choppy video
Verify the camera is plugged into a
USB 2.0 device.
Remove other unused USB devices.
Transfer video to computer before
viewing.
Verify computer meets minimum
requirements.
Verify proper codec is installed.
Sound
Excessive Wind Noise
Place piece of tape over microphone
hole.
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FCC Information
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, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved
by MIDLAND RADIO CORPORATION could void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment. Note: This equipment 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 equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with
instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. There is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment 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 separation between 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
Service
If you have a problem which you believe requires service, please first check the
FAQ section of the website, check your Owner’s Manual, or call and speak
with a service technician. Many problems can be remedied without returning
the unit for service. If necessary, return as follows:
Pack the unit in its original box and packing. Then pack the original box in a
suitable shipping carton. Caution: Improper packing may result in damage
during shipment.
Include the following:
a. Full description of any problems
b. Daytime telephone number, name & address
For warranty service include a photocopy of the bill of sale from an authorized
dealer or other proof of purchase showing the date of sale.
You do not need to return accessory items (AC/DC Adapter, Batteries, and
Owners Guide) unless they might be directly related to the problem.
Repairs not covered by warranty or units that are over ONE year old are subject
to a repair fee. Please call for a quote on repair service cost at 816-241-8500.
Send only cashier’s check, money order, Master Card or Visa card number.
Midland Radio Corporation
5900 Parretta Drive
Kansas City, Missouri 64120
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
LIMITED WARRANTY
(United States and Canada)
Subject to the exclusions set forth below, Midland Radio Corporation will repair or
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due to a defect in material or workmanship within Three Years following the initial
consumer purchase.
This warranty does not apply to water damage, battery leak, abuse or misuse of
unauthorized accessories, unauthorized service or modification or altered
products. Accessories have a 90 day warranty from date of purchase, including
any chargers, mounts, and cables.
This warranty does not include the cost of labor for removal or re-installation of
the product in a vehicle or other mounting.
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION THE
IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED AS SET FORTH HEREIN AND TO THE
DURATION OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY, OTHERWISE THE REPAIR OR
REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY
IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER AND IS PROVIDED IN
LIEU
OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. IN NO EVENT SHALL
MIDLAND BE LIABLE, WHETHER IN CONTRACT OR TORT (INCLUDING BUT
NOT LIMITED TO NEGLIGENCE, GROSS NEGLIGENCE, BODILY INJURY,
PROPERTY DAMAGE AND DEATH) FOR DAMAGES IN EXCESS OF THE
PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT OR ACCESSORY, OR FOR ANY
INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY
KIND, OR LOSS OF REVENUE OR PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF
INFORMATION OR DATA OR OTHER FINANCIAL LOSS ARISING OUT OF OR
IN
CONNECTION WITH THE ABILITY OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCTS
OR ACCESSORIES TO THE FULL EXTENT THESE DAMAGES MAY BE
DISCLAIMED BY LAW.
For Product Purchased in the USA:
Performance of any obligation under this warranty may be obtained by returning
the warranted product, prepaid freight, along with proof of purchase to:
Midland Radio Corporation
Warranty Service Department
5900 Parretta Drive
Kansas City, MO 64120
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights,
which vary from state to state.
Note: The above warranty applies only to merchandise purchased in the United
States of America or any of the territories or possessions thereof, or from a U.S.
Military exchange.
For Product Purchased in Canada:
Performance of any obligation under this warranty may be obtained by returning
the warranted product, along with proof of purchase, to your place of purchase in
Canada.
This warranty gives you specified legal rights. Additional warranty rights may be
provided by law in some within Canada.

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Accessories Accessory Value Packs

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Accessories can be purchased at midlandusa.com or by filling in the form on the following page and mailing it to our address.
Windshield Suction
Cup Mount •Durable suction cup can
be attached to most
surfaces
•$29.99
Handlebar Mount
•Durable strap mount fits all
sizes of handlebars.
•$19.99
Standard Mount
•Heavy duty adhesive
mount for helmets.
•$19.99
Vented Helmet Strap
Mount
•Velcro strap mounts on
vented helmets.
•$14.99
Goggle Mount
•Mounts on the strap of
goggles.
•$19.99
Tree Mount
•Mount can be screwed
into a tree at many
different angles.
•$19.99
Visor Mount
•Clips onto the bill of a hat.
•$19.99
Bow Mount
•Screws into the stabilizer
on a bow.
•$19.99
Submersible Case
•Watertight case allows for
underwater use of the
camera.
•Has double track mount
system so camera can still
be used with accessories.
•$29.99
XTC280 Battery
•900mA Lithium-Ion
Battery Pack.
•$29.99
Includes:
•Window Suction Cup
Mount
•Handlebar Mount
•DC Adapter
•Threaded to Slide Adapter
•$59.99
•Goggle Mount
•Helmet Mount
•Strap Mount
•Threaded to Slide Adapter

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•$49.99
•Threaded to Slide
Adapter
•$49.99
•USB cable
•DC Adapter (Car
Charger)
•AC Adapter (Wall
Charger)
•$49.99

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MIDLAND RADIO CORPORATION
5900 Parretta Drive
Kansas City, MO 64120
Call 816.241.8500
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Note: Features & Specifications are subject to change without
notice. MIDLAND is not responsible for unintentional errors or
omissions on its packaging.
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