Motao CV021 User manual

Full HD Waterproof Motorcycle & Watercraft Action Camera
CV021~CV026
USER MANUAL

CONTENTS
Main Features
2
Time Lapse Video
13
Buttons and Camera Body
3
Time Stamp on Video
13
Installing Battery
4
Image Resolution Settings
13
Installing MicroSD card
4
Continuous Shot Settings
13
Waterproof Housing
5
FOLDER –System Settings
13
Mounting your Camera
6
Language Setting
13
Remote control
6
Date and Time Settings
14
Screen –Information and Icons
7
Image Flip
14
Main Menu –Navigation
7
Display Frequency Setting
14
Main Menu –Folders
7
Auto Power Off
14
Video Recording –How to
8
Auto Screen Off
15
Image Capture –How to
8
Volume
15
FOLDER –Video Playback
9
Format and Reset
15
FOLDER –Image Viewing
10
Memory Info
15
Deleting Files
10
Camera Version
15
FOLDER –Video Settings
11
Firmware Update
16
Normal Recording
11
Connecting to PC
16
Motion Detection
11
Connecting to Television
17
Set Auto Recording Start Time
11
Battery Charging
18
Auto Record in Vehicle
12
Battery Information
18
Loop Record
12
Camera Specifications
19
Video resolution settings
12
Troubleshooting (Link)
15
Video Sound Record Content
12
Parts Listing
20
IMPORTANT! Never risk your life or the lives of others when making a video. Accidents
will happen so be prepared by becoming familiar with your MOTAO camera before using it.
Do not try to adjust camera settings while riding your bike under any circumstances.
Please read this manual before mounting and using your camera. Save this User
Manual!
For support and firmware updates visit: www.motao.com/support
Inspect Your Camera: The camera shall be inspected upon receipt and checked for any
missing parts per Complete Parts Listing page 20 (Rear Cover).
Repairs: All camera repairs shall be made by authorized personnel only and in
conformance with the manufacturer’s recommendations or the warranty will be void.
Warranty: This Camera is covered by a limited 12 month warranty effective receipt date.
For further warranty information visit www. motao.com/support
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Main Features
480 x 240，1.5”TFT LCD Screen
5.0MP FULL HD CMOS sensor
170°Super wide angle FOV (field of view) under 720P, 127 °under 1080P 720P
H.264 Compression into MP4 video format
30 Meters (100 Feet) Waterproof
RF wireless remote controller (requires manual power on)
Support Timing record, Motion detect record, Auto record and Loop record
Support Timing Capture (Self-timer), Continuous capture
Zoom focus available under 720P video record and Picture capture mode
Video resolution Settings:
16: 9 Full HD 1920 x 1080P 30FPS
4: 3 Full HD 1440 x 1080P 30FPS
16: 9 HD 1280 x 720P 60FPS
16: 9 HD 1280 x 720P 30FPS
4: 3 WVGA 848 x 480 60FPS
Picture resolution Settings:
4000 x 3000 12MP
3200 x 2400 8MP
2592 x 1944 5MP
Video & Picture playback
Support 1GB~32GB High speed Micro-SD memory card–
(The camera does not have built-in memory.)
High speed USB2.0 interface for Power charge and Data transfer
HDMI、USB and RCA Cable output optional
The camera supports Continuous burst, Motion detection and Time Lapse capture.
For full details on these settings see pages 11 thru 13.
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Camera Buttons and Ports
1. Video Record Indicator (red)
2. Power Indicator (red) & Power charge Indicator (green)
3. Microphone (no Icon)
4. Tripod screw hole
5. Audio output
6. TF card slot
7. ( ) REC & Confirm button
8. ( ) UP & Zoom+ / Remote Pair
9. ( ) Menu button
10. ( ) Down & Zoom-
11. ( ) Power ON & Picture Capture
12. USB Port
13. HDMI Port
14. TFT LCD
15. Speaker
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Battery Installation
Install the battery according to the graphics
A- Open the battery cover
B - Install the battery (Note: label side face up)
C- Close back cover
Inserting Memory Card
The camera does not have built-in memory.
A Micro SD card is required and a class 10
8GB to 32GB is recommended.
After installing the SD card, power on the camera
and an SD card icon will appear in the top right
corner of the screen –this indicates SD card is
correctly installed. If no icon is displayed then an
SD card is not installed or the card is invalid.
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Install a Micro SD card
according to graphic

Using the Waterproof Housing
1. Opening the Latch 2. Insert Camera
Per arrow in the graphic below, pull Open hinged rear cover and insert camera
latch "A" outward and the clasp "B" as shown in the graphic below.
will slacken and allow you to pull lock
mechanism away from the rear cover.
3. Close the Cover
Per graphic to the right, First close the
clasp "B" and then press inwards the
latch "A" to lock tight.
Two button operation only when camera is
Inside the waterproof housing.
Note! The waterproof housing is certified at a
maximum depth of 30 Meters (100 feet).
Should an area of condensation form on the
inside the waterproof housing this will not
cause a problem for the cameras safe function.
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Mounting the Waterproof Housing
To mount, choose the best mount to for the event
you are planning, The MOTAO HD camera kit
includes the following clips, mounts and bases.
Main clip mount which inserts into one of two base
mounts, one for flat surfaces and a curved base
with 3M adhesive backing for helmet mounting.
Two tripod mounts are included, one for use with
the waterproof housing and the other is used
without the housing and mounts directly into the
cameras built in tripod socket
Also in the kit are three mounting stem extensions.
See page 20 for complete list.
Note! Your camera mounts are rugged but they are plastic and may break under heavy stress
and certain rough riding conditions therefore it is recommended that you tie a thin tether line
to the camera housing. If the camera should break lose during riding it will remain tethered to
the bike. Make sure the tether does not connect to or near moving parts of the motorcycle.
Remote Controller
START VIDEO RECORD
Remote to start video record only when Camera is Powered ON.
Remote will not start record if camera power button is OFF.
STOP VIDEO RECORD
Remote to stop video record only, will not power OFF camera.
This allows multiple recording starts and stops.
PAIRING A REPLACEMENT REMOTE with CAMERA
Note –The camera and remote have been pre-paired at the factory when manufactured. This
feature is only necessary when a new remote control replaces the factory paired remote.
1. Hold down the “ ” button on the camera when in power OFF state. Don’t let go.
2. Then press POWER button to turn ON the camera.
3. When camera has powered on immediately press the button (Start Video Record) and
immediately release the “ ” button.
4. When pairing the screen will go dark during the process. If pairing is a success the camera
will power ON automatically. If pairing has failed the camera will power OFF automatically.
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System Boot Screen
Opening screen Icons and Information which will display along with an image of what the
camera lens is pointing at.
Main Menu
Pressing the button opens a
directory with four folders. This easy
to navigate directory stores all your
videos, images and is where settings
are changed for the feature you
need.
Navigation
Scrolling is the use the “ or ” buttons on the button bar. Navigating the menus and
making settings in this camera will require scrolling. When in a menu, the active folder’s
Icon will be highlighted with an orange border around it. Additionally the Video and Image
folders will also tally the number of files contained in them in the top corner of the folder
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Video Recording
1. Press button to turn on the camera.
2. Press “ ” button to start the video record, a
red icon will flash on the screen to indicate
camera is recording.
3. For Zoom, Press " " or " " Scroll buttons.
4. To stop recording, press “ ” again and your
video will be saved up to that point.
Video Screen
Note! Zoom feature not available when camera is inside its waterproof case.
Image Capture
1. Press button to turn on the camera.
2. Press button again while camera is on to
take a picture. While in image capture
mode a white camera icon will be on the
screen. When a picture is taken the icon will
flash red then go back to white.
3. When camera Icon is white zoom is possible
by pressing the “ ” or “” Scroll buttons. Camera Screen
IMPORTANT! Each video and image file is recorded with a default name the camera
recognizes. Do not rename images on the Micro SD card as the image name will not be
recognized and will not have a thumbnail in the folder. The MOTAO HD Camera can only
recognize images with a CAMY prefix and videos with a MOVY prefix and 4 number suffix.
Do not store any images on your MicroSD card from other cameras.
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Video Playback
1. Press button to enter the main menu.
Press Scroll buttons to choose the Video Folder.
In the example Menu screen here the Video Folder
is highlighted and the total files in the folder is
displayed in the upper left corner. Here it shows 8
video clips. Main Menu Screen
2. Press “ ” button to enter the folder. Video
clip thumbnails will display as per example
Thumbnail screen. The active thumbnail will
be highlighted with an orange border.
3. Press Scroll buttons to cycle through and
Stop at the video clip you want to play.
Thumbnail Selection Screen
4. At the highlighted thumbnail, Press “ ” to
confirm and the video will fill the screen,
immediately press “ ” once more to start
video play back.
Video Selection Screen
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Browse Images
1. Press button to enter the main menu.
Press Scroll buttons to choose the Image Folder.
The quantity of images in the folder will display on
the top corner of the folder Icon. If the number of
images displayed is 0 (zero), the folder will not open. Main Menu Screen
2. Press “ ” button to enter the image folder.
All the images will be displayed in thumbnail
sets of 3 per row’. The active thumbnail will
be highlighted with an orange border.
3. Press “ ” to open the Image.
Thumbnail Image Selection Screen
4. To see previous or next image in the folder
press “ ” or “ ” button.
To return to thumbnail view Press and again to return to Main Menu.
Deleting Files
While browsing images, use Scroll buttons to choose what you want. When an image has
been selected, press and hold button and the Delete Option Menu will display on the
screen.
Settings:
No：Cancel current operation and quit.
Yes：Confirm current operation and delete the single image.
ALL：Confirm deletion of all files in the folder.
Press “ ” button to confirm deletion or CANCEL if No.
Note! Once you delete files from the MicroSD the files are permanently deleted and can’t
be recovered. So we recommend making a copy with via file transfer to your computer
before deleting files directly from camera.
Deletion via Loop Record –See page 12.
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Video Setting
Press button enter the main menu.
Press “ ” or “ ”buttons to scroll the Video Setting folder.
Press “ ” button to enter.
VIDEO MODES:
Normal REC
Camera will start recording video once the “ ” button is pressed. A small red circle start to
flash on the screen indicating recording. Also half of the red LED light bar will steady flash.
When you are finished, press “ ” button again to stop video record and the video clip will
automatically be saved. Pressing the “ ” button again will start a new video clip.
Motion Detect
Camera will start recording video only when motion activates a detector. When the lens
detects movement, it begins to record and the camera will not stop recording video until all
movement has ceased.
The movement detector will require 10 seconds shut down to reset before it can start
movement detection again at each additional restart. The default video record time is 1 minute
if the movement was less than 30 seconds. The camera will not stop recording video if
movement is constant the camera will record until battery runs out or memory is full and no
longer has space.
Time REC
Sets a time to start recording video automatically. For
this feature you must first set your time Rec settings by
pressing “ ” to next Video Setting screen, then press
Scroll button to Time Rec and press “ ”.
The Time Rec Settings menu will have 5 lines of
numbers with default numbers or unset in white.
A graphic explaining these numbers and what they
mean is to the right. Entering dates past or values
beyond a maximum set limit will invalidate the setting.
To make a time setting use the Scroll buttons to add / subtract the number. Press “ ” button
to set the option desired. After an option is set, Press “ ” to move to next option or to move
down to next line.
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Auto REC
This feature is for use if camera is used as a “black box” in a vehicle.
The camera will start recording video automatically after vehicle has been turned on. For this
feature to work presets must first be made in “Auto REC time” settings menu.
OFF：Not activated
10 Seconds：Camera will start recording 10 Seconds after starting vehicle.
20 Seconds：Camera will start recording 20 Seconds after starting vehicle.
1 Minute：Camera will start recording 60 Seconds after starting vehicle.
Note：This function is designed for using camera without waterproof, inside a car as a black
box. A cigarette lighter power adapter would be required. Only the Motao No.: CV340
cigarette lighter adapter will work with this camera. Other lighter power cords will not work
with this camera. Motao No.: CV340 is a special order accessory.
Loop Record
The camera will delete the earliest video clip for newest video clip if memory is not enough.
Select the “Loop Setting” and press “ ” button to enter the time setting.
OFF：Not activated.
1 Minute: 1 minute per video clip.
5 Minutes: 5 minutes per video clip.
Note:Loop record only available under Normal record and Auto REC mode.
Video Resolution
Choose suitable resolution for different purpose, lower resolution will save power and memory
for longer time record.
Resolution
Frame Rate
Ration
1920x1080
Full HD 1080P
30FPS
16：9
1440x1080
Full HD 1080P
30FPS
4：3
1280x720
HD 720P
60FPS
16：9
1280x720
HD 720P
30FPS
16：9
848x480
QVGA
60FPS
4：3
Record Content
A setting option for “Audio and Video” (video clip with sound) or “Video” (video clip without
sound) only. Press “ ” button to confirm setting and quit.
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Self-Timer
Press button to active this feature. This feature is for use with Time Lapse video
software.
OFF：Not activated.
5 Seconds:Camera will take pictures every 5 seconds.
10 Seconds:Camera will take pictures every 10 seconds.
1 Minute: Camera will take pictures every 1 minute.
Note：Self-Time feature upon power OFF, will reset to normal capture automatically.
Time Stamp
When set at ENABLE, the Date and Time video was taken will display on the video.
Photo Size
Set image resolution here. Select the size image you need. Three resolution settings:
4000 x 3000 12MP
3200 x 2400 8MP
2592 x 1944 5MP
Continuous Shot
Press to enter the main menu, use Scroll button to select “Continuous shot” menu,
press “ ” to confirm and when in the menu choose the quantity of shots.
System Setting
Press to enter the main menu,
Press “ ” or “ ” button to System Setting icon (hammer and wrench)
Press “ ” button to bring up System Settings menu.
Language Setting
Select the language and press “ ” button to confirm.
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Date & Time Setting
Date Setting:
Press “ ” to select the option, Press “ ” again to next option select, use Scroll buttons to
change.
Time Setting:
Press “ ” to select the option, Hour will be in red, use Scroll buttons to change. Then “ ”
to confirm switch to Minute, use Scroll buttons to change and “ ” to confirm.
Image Flip
Active this function when you need to install the camera at upside down position, to make
right video recorded. The recorded image will flip 180°.
Display Frequency
Please choose the correct frequency according to your country or area, picture would
flash if incorrect frequency set.
Auto Power OFF
If you want the camera power off automatically after some time, then activate this function
and set a power off time. Camera will power off no matter what state it is in.
Press “ ” button to enter active setting will be yellow. Scroll to desired setting and confirm
by pressing “ ”.
OFF：Not active
5 Minutes：Camera will power OFF after 5 minutes.
10 Minutes：Camera will power OFF after 10 minutes.
20 Minutes：Camera will power OFF after 20 minutes.
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2013 :
Year option, Red color means active for changing.
10 :
Month option, use Scroll buttons to select, press “ ” to
confirm.
15 :
Date option, use Scroll buttons to select, press “ ” to
confirm.

Auto Screen OFF
For power saving or simply to turn off the screen when recording. Screen will turn off at set
time. Press “ ” button to enter and confirm the setting.
OFF：Not active.
1 Minute：Camera will turn off the screen.
5 Minutes：Camera will turn off the screen.
Volume
This option controls sound level of internal speaker, set using Scroll buttons.
Format
This function is for re-formatting a MicroSD card.
Note：All data on memory card will be erased if you use this function. Data from a formatted
memory card CAN NOT be recovered.
Memory Info
This function shows the installed MicroSD Card memory status.
Free: Amount of memory remaining on the card.
Used: The amount of memory no longer available.
Reset
The system will reset to default factory settings.
Important Note：If you have made a FRIMWARE update you must use this feature to reset
the system to the new firmware adjustments. (See page 16)
Version
Displays the version of your camera software. (Model No. –Version) CV021~CV026
Troubleshooting:
Please visit our customer service page at www.motao.com/support
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Firmware Update
The camera may have software updates and you may need to install new firmware: The
Camera firmware can be found on this camera’s official Customer Service web portal at:
www.motao.com/support
Follow the instructions at the site to download and install the firmware package: You will
need to install the update onto a MicroSD card via PC then transfer the card to your
camera.
Install the SD card：
Select “Start” and press “ ” button to confirm the update operation, camera will reboot
automatically with a black screen when update has completed. If the firmware update or
SD card failed the screen will prompt FAIL.
Connect with Computer
Connect the camera with computer via USB cable, available for data transfer, power
charge and firmware update. Power on the camera after connect it with the computer by
USB cable, and the screen will display “USB connected” like graphic below, means
successfully connected.
Important Note: When connected to a PC via USB all features will not work directly from
camera, such as Record, Playback and Browse. Charging the battery will occur as well as
data transfer via the connecting computer only.
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Connect to Television
Via USB-RCA cable connect with TV (output)
Find out the USB-RCA cable in standard accessories,
USB side insert to camera, RCA side insert to TV
(Yellow for Video, White for Audio)
Via HDMI cable connect with TV (output)
This cable is not included in standard accessories.
Please insert the A type connector to the TV,
insert C type connector to camera
Note：The video that output to TV is 1080P
resolution when playing back video clip, real-time
output display is 480i only.
2.5mm - RCA cable connect with TV (output)
This cable is not included in standard accessories.
Start playing back video clip or browse pictures.
a. Turn the TV to AV or HDMI input channel, power on the camera
b. Press button to enter main menu, press " " and " " to select video or picture folder,
press “ ” button to enter
c. Use " " and " " button to select the file to playing, press “ ” to confirm, press again to
play.
Note: Real-time output resolution to TV is 480i.
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A
C

Battery Charging
Install the battery per instructions on page 4,
then select the method of charging below.
Charge by computer
The green charging indicator will turn on,
indicator will turn off after full charged.
Note: Power charge by computer, please
make sure the camera is POWER OFF state.
Charge by Wall charger
The MOTAO camera includes a wall socket
direct charger made specifically for the camera.
It plugs into the cameras mini USB port.
Charging and Battery Tips:
1. Avoid completely draining of power before recharging.
2. To extend battery life, battery should be fully charged before it is used for the first time.
3. When storing the camera for a long period, please remove the battery and store it
separately.
Charging Specifics
Full charge time
Standby time
Video Record Time
3.5 Hours in Power ON state
Approximately: 3.5 Hours
Approximately：110
Minutes (1080p)
2 Hours in Power OFF state
Battery Icon instruction
>75%
electric quantity
>35%
electric quantity
>10%
electric quantity
<10%
electric quantity
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Specifications
Basic Spec
Item
Spec
Remark
Built in memory
No
TF Card
1-32 GB
Support SDHC
LCD
Size
1.5 inch
Resolution
480 x 240
Sensor
Size
1/2.5 inch
CMOS
Image Pixel
2592H x 1944V
Video
Output Interface
HDMI/USB/RCA
Audio
MIC
Built in
Output Interface
HDMI/USB/RCA
Speaker
Built in
PC
Interface
USB
USB 2.0
High Speed
Power
Battery
3.7[V], 800[mAh]
Li-ion Battery
DC Charger
DC 5V, 1200mA
Main Unit Spec
Main Unit Dimension
58.6x31.2x44.8mm
Weight
85g
With Battery
Waterproof Housing Dimension
75.3x37.9x58.5mm
Other Function
Motion Detection
YES
Timing Record
YES
Auto Record
YES
Loop Record
YES
Continuous Capture
YES
Self-Timer
YES
Zoom Focus
YES
Time Stamp
YES
Image Flip
YES
1800Upright
Video Quality Option
YES
Support Record Under Screen Off
YES
File Protection While Low Power
YES
Record Spec
Item
Spec
Remark
Auto Power OFF Option
YES
5, 10, 20 Minutes
Video
Record
Optional
FULL HD 1920 x 1080 30FS
FULL HD 1440 x 1080 30FS
FULL HD 1280 x 720 60FS
FULL HD 1280 x 720 30FS
QVGA 848 x 480 60 FPS
Capture
Optional
4000 x 3000 12MP
3200 x 2400 8MP
2592 x 1944 5MP
Sound Record
NO
Play Back
Slide Playback
NO
Thumbnail Browse
YES
2 x 3 Martix
Video
Support
Full HD 1920 x 1080
HD 1280 x 720
Full HD 1440 x 1080
WVGA: 848 X 480
HD 1280 x 720
Frame Rates
30 FPS
60 FPS
File Format
FULL HD MP4 H.264/MPEG4
Playing Speed
Optional
X1, X2, X4, X8
User Manual Part Number 00920-Published October 3, 2013
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