MotoComm DSR-100 User manual
DSR-100
DIGITAL RECORDER & CAMERA SYSTEM
For Motorcycle / Powersport Use
Thank you for purchasing the MotoComm DSR-100. The DSR-100
is designed to provide motorcycle and powersport enthusiasts with the
most complete video and audio solution at an affordable price. With
proper care and use, your DSR-100 will provide you with years of
enjoyment. Please read the entire instruction manual before using your
DSR-100. If at any time you have questions regarding this product please
contact Magnum International, the manufacturer of MotoComm
products. Enjoy your DSR-100 and ride safe.
- The MotoComm Staff
MotoComm® is a Registered Trademark of RF Limited/Magnum International.
© 2006 RF Limited/Magnum International. All Rights Reserved.
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WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
· In some states it is illegal to have speakers inside a helmet. Please check
with your state and local laws before using this product.
· Do not attempt to operate any controls on the DSR-100 or other accessories
while in motion on a motorcycle or vehicle. Never take your attention away from
the safe operation of the motorcycle or vehicle or the roadway.
· The installation and mounting of the DSR-100 should not interfere with the
safe and normal operation of the motorcycle or vehicle. Improper installations
that interfere with the operation of the motorcycle or vehicle may lead to damage
of property, injury and/or loss of life.
· Make sure to install all cables so that they remain secure whether connected
together or not. Never install a cable that is loose or hangs down from the
motorcycle or vehicle, or has the potential to hang down if it becomes
disconnected.
· Do not attempt to adjust or mount the DSR-100 camera, headset, controls, or
any other part of the system while operating a motorcycle or vehicle. Attempting
to adjust or mount any part of the DSR-100 while operating a motorcycle or
vehicle may lead to damage of property, injury and/or loss of life.
· Do not raise the speaker volume so that it interferes with the hearing of traffic
and other external noises.
· Install and operate the DSR-100 according to the instructions. Improper
installations and use may lead to damage of property, injury and/or loss of life.
· Do not put excessive force or strain on the cables or other components of the
DSR-100.
· By purchasing and/or using this product you are agreeing that MotoComm
and Magnum International and its subsidiaries are not liable or responsible
for any accidents, property damage, injuries, or fatalities, that may or may not
be caused, directly or indirectly, by use of any of its products. If you do not
accept this agreement, please return the purchased item, unused and in new
condition, to the place of purchase.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Magnum International warrants that this product is free from defects in materials
and workmanship under normal use and conditions for a period of one (1) year
from the date of original purchase. This warranty is limited to the original
purchaser of the product and is not transferable. Any implied warranties are
limited to one (1) year. This warranty does not cover damage which results from
modification, accident, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, lightning or other acts of nature
or damage resulting from repairs or alterations performed other than by Magnum
International. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also
have other rights, which vary, from state to state.
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Thank you for purchasing the DSR-100 Digital Recorder and Camera System. The DSR-
100 is a complete, all-inclusive camera and digital recorder system designed with the
motorcycle/powersport rider in mind.
Please make sure to read the entire instruction manual before operation.
CONTENTS
Component / Part Number List ......................................................................................... 4
DSR-7680 Unit Tour
Controls ....................................................................................................................... 5
Battery Charging .......................................................................................................... 6
Setup Menu ............................................................................................................ 7 - 8
Accessory Menu ......................................................................................................... 9
SD Cards ................................................................................................................... 10
Connector Information ..................................................................................................... 10
Making a Video
Basic Setup ............................................................................................................... 11
Recording .................................................................................................................. 12
Video .................................................................................................................. 12
Digital Still Photographs .................................................................................... 12
Camera Setup ........................................................................................................... 13
Remote Microphone Installation ............................................................................... 14
Battery Holder Setup ................................................................................................. 14
Power Cable Installation ........................................................................................... 15
Camera Mounting ..................................................................................................... 16
Universal Mount ........................................................................................... 16- 18
Pedestal Ball Mount ........................................................................................... 19
Screw-Down Mounting Base ............................................................................. 20
Playback .................................................................................................................... 21
DSR-7680 LCD .................................................................................................. 21
Television ........................................................................................................... 22
Computer ........................................................................................................... 23
Listening to MP3’s
Helmet Speaker Installation............................................................................... 24 - 26
MP3 File Loading and Recording ...................................................................... 27 - 28
MP3 Playback ............................................................................................................ 29
Voice Recorder ................................................................................................................. 30
Company Information ....................................................................................................... 31
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The DSR-100 includes many components. Please review the list below and make sure
that your system includes all items. If any component of the system is missing please
Qty.Part Number Description
1 DSR-CM81 Helmet Camera
1 DSR-7680 Digital Recorder/Playback Unit
1 DSR-MIC-1 Remote Microphone
1 DSR-BH-8AA Battery Holder
1 MT-40-1 Stereo Helmet Speakers
1 MT-VX9 Music Adapter Cable for Helmet Speakers
1 DSR-BM-1 Pedestal Ball Camera Mount
1 DSR-UM-1 Universal Camera Mount
1 DSR-JUNC-1 4-Way Junction Cable
1 EXT-6 Coiled Extension Cable for Camera
1 EXT-6-180CM-S 6’ Straight Extension Cable for Camera
1 EXT-4 Coiled Extension Cable for Microphone
1 EXT-4-180CM-S 6’ Straight Extension Cable for Microphone
1 DSR-12VDC-180CM 6’ 12VDC Power Cord with Fuse
1 DSR-VAC-1 Video/Audio Cable
1 DSR-3.5S-1 3.5mm Stereo Patch Cable
1 DSR-USB-1 USB Cable
1 DSR-EPS-1 Earphone Speaker Headset
1 DSR-WS-1 Wrist Strap for DSR-7680
1 DSR-AC-1 AC Adapter/Charger for DSR-7680
1 DSR-VP-1 Vinyl Pouch for DSR-7680
1 ACC-1 Mounting Accessories for MT-40-1 Speakers
3 DSR-SM4 Screw-Down Mounting Base for Camera
3 DSR-RT675 Medium Cable Tie for DSR-SM4
3 DSR-RT1100 Large Cable Tie for DSR-SM4
1 DSR-FOAM Adhesive-Backed Foam Cushion for DSR-UM-1
1 DSR-PB306 Plastic Carrying Case
All parts are available separately.
Component / Part Number List
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DSR-7680 Unit Controls
Wrist
Strap Loop
AESCBPower
On / Off
Power /
Charge LED
Internal
Microphone
(for Voice Recorder
Feature Only)
Reset
Navigation
Joystick
Hold
(Control Lock)
Internal
Speaker
SD Card
Slot
LCD
Screen
LINE IN /
AV IN
Headphones /
AV OUT
AC Adapter /
Charger Port
USB Port
LCD
On / Off
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LCD On / Off Control - Turns LCD screen on and off. Turn LCD screen off whenever
possible to conserve battery life.
A and B Controls - Multifunction control buttons. See on-screen instructions for control
function from menu to menu.
ESC Control - Returns you to previous menu.
Power On / Off - Push momentarily to turn on. Push and hold for 2 seconds to turn off.
Reset - Resets unit’s CPU (unit will turn off after reset). Use if unit malfunctions.
Navigation Joystick - 5-way, multifunction control for navigating menus and selecting
functions. Joystick moves up, down, left, right, and push-in (select).
Hold - Slide switch up to lock all controls (except for power on/off). Lock icon in lower right
corner of LCD screen with indicate hold status.
All other called out controls, ports, etc. are covered in following chapters.
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DSR-7680 Battery Charging
The DSR-7680 features an internal 1800mAh Lithium battery pack. With a full charge the
battery pack will operate the DSR-7680 for approx. 6 hours with the LCD screen ON, and
approx. 8 hours with the LCD screen OFF.
IMPORTANT: Fully charge the DSR-7680 battery prior to use.
To charge the DSR-7680...
Insert the DSR-AC-1 into a stan-
dard 110V AC wall outlet.
With the DSR-7680 OFF, insert
the DSR-AC-1 DC power plug
into the DSR-7680 AC Adapter /
Charger Port.
The Power/Charge LED will be
solid green while battery is charg-
ing.
The Power/Charge LED will flash
green when battery is full.
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DSR-7680 Setup Menu
The DSR-7680 Setup menu provides control over the basic functions of the unit. It is a good
idea to become familiar with the Setup menu and its functions.
To access the Setup menu...
(1) Turn ON DSR-7680.
(2) Use the joystick control to highlight and select (push in on joystick) the Setup menu.
Time Sub-Menu - Sets Date and Time
(1) Select Time sub-menu. To back out of this sub-menu and return to the Setup menu,
push the ESC button.
(2) Push in joystick control to highlight year. Move the joystick up and down to select
correct year.
(3) Move the joystick right to highlight the month. Move the joystick up and down to select
correct month.
(4) Move the joystick right to highlight the day. Move the joystick up and down to select
correct day.
(5) Move the joystick right to highlight the hour (24 hour time). Move the joystick up and
down to select correct hour.
(6) Move the joystick right to highlight the minute. Move the joystick up and down to select
correct minute.
(7) Move the joystick right to highlight the second. Move the joystick up and down to select
correct second.
(8) Push the joystick in to save date and time settings. The unit will automatically return
you to the Setup menu.
Speaker Sub-Menu - Turns On/Off Internal Speaker
(1) Select Speaker sub-menu. To back out of this sub-menu and return to the Setup
menu, push the ESC button.
(2) Move joystick up and down to select OFF or ON speaker setting.
(3) Push in joystick to select setting. The unit will automatically return you to the Setup
menu.
(4) You will need to turn off the internal speaker for the following situations:
(a) To use the included earphones or helmet speakers.
(b) When recording video - to avoid potential feedback interference between the
remote microphone and internal speaker.
Language Sub-Menu - Selects Menu Language
(1) Select Language sub-menu. To back out of this sub-menu and return to the Setup
menu, push the ESC button.
(2) Move joystick up and down to select English or Chinese language.
(3) Push in joystick to select language. The unit will automatically return you to the Setup
menu.
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Storage Sub-Menu - Select Between On-Board Memory and SD Card
(1) Select Storage sub-menu. To back out of this sub-menu and return to the Setup
menu, push the ESC button.
(2) Move joystick up and down to select Nandflash (on-board memory) or Card (SD card).
(3) Push in joystick to select the storage that you want to access. The unit will automati-
cally return you to the Setup menu.
TV_out Sub-Menu - Selects NTSC / PAL Output Setting
(1) The TV_out sub-menu settings are only used when playing back a recorded video
directly to a television (using the DSR-VAC-1 cable).
IMPORTANT: The DSR-VAC-1 cable MUST be connected to both the DSR-7680
and television before using the TV_out commands.
(2) Select TV_out sub-menu. To back out of this sub-menu and return to the Setup menu,
push the ESC button.
(3) Move joystick up and down to select Tv NTSC (for USA), Tv PAL (for Europe), or Tv OFF
to keep DSR-7680 screen active.
(4) Push in joystick to select the output setting that you want. The DSR-7680 screen will
turn off and the menu will be shown on the television - allowing you to continue to
operate the DSR-7680.
Default Sub-Menu - Resets Menus to Factory Default Settings
(1) Select Default sub-menu. To back out of this sub-menu and return to the Setup menu,
push the ESC button.
(2) Move joystick up and down to select No (keep current settings) or Yes (factory set-
tings).
(3) Push in joystick to select. The unit will automatically return you to the Setup menu.
Auto Power Off Sub-Menu - Sets the Auto Power Off Feature
(1) Select Auto Power Off sub-menu. To back out of this sub-menu and return to the
Setup menu, push the ESC button.
(2) Move joystick up and down to select Never, 3 min, 15 min, or 30 min to select when the
DSR-7680 will automatically turn itself off.
(3) Push in joystick to select. The unit will automatically return you to the Setup menu.
(4) For most use, it is a good idea to select Never - otherwise the DSR-7680 may turn off
during a recording or ride.
Format Storage Sub-Menu - Erases and Formats Storage
(1) Select Format Storage sub-menu. To back out of this sub-menu and return to the
Setup menu, push the ESC button.
(2) Move joystick up and down to select either the Nandflash (on-board memory) or Card
(SD card).
(3) To erase all saved items and format the storage device, push in joystick to select. The
unit will automatically return you to the Setup menu.
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DSR-7680 Accessory Menu
The DSR-7680 Accessory menu includes 2 games, a calendar, and a memory used meter.
To access the Accessory menu...
(1) Turn ON DSR-7680.
(2) Use the joystick control to highlight and select (push in on joystick) the Accessory
menu.
Memory Sub-Menu - Shows Percentage of Memory Used
(1) Select Memory sub-menu. To back out of this sub-menu and return to the Setup
menu, push the ESC button.
(2) Will show you percentage of memory used for whichever storage device has been
selected in the Setup menu / Storage sub-menu.
Calendar Sub-Menu - It’s a Calendar!
(1) Select Calendar sub-menu. To back out of this sub-menu and return to the Setup
menu, push the ESC button.
(2) Nothing exciting here. Just a calendar.
Snake Game - Classic Snake Game
(1) Select Snake game. To back out of this game and return to the Accessory menu, push
the ESC button.
(2) To start game, push in on joystick control.
(3) Use the joystick to move your snake up, down, left and right.
(4) During game play, push in on the joystick control to pause the game.
(5) The object of the game is to move your snake around the field and intersect your blue
square the yellow square without touching the edges of the screen. Each yellow
square you get your tail will grow.
(6) Don’t play this game. Go ride!
Russian Game - Classic Russian Block Game
(1) Select Russian game. To back out of this game and return to the Accessory menu,
push the ESC button.
(2) To start game, push in on joystick control.
(3) Use the joystick to move the falling blocks left and right, and up to rotate the block
clockwise.
(4) During game play, push in on the joystick control to pause the game.
(5) The object of the game is to...blah, blah, blah. GO RIDE!
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SD Cards
The DSR-7680 will accept up to 2GB SD cards.
Slowly push the SD card into the
slot until it locks into place. To eject
the SD card, push the card in
slightly until it releases from the slot.
The SD card is inserted into the
DSR-7680 upside down, or with
the card contacts facing up and in-
serted as shown.
A small icon in the shape of an SD
card will appear on the DSR-7680
screen when the card is active.
Connector Information
MotoComm’s mini DIN connectors feature a weatherproof molding. This weatherproof
molding is designed for a tight fit. When mating these connectors for the first time, it
WILL BE DIFFICULT! Take extra care in lining up the arrows on the connectors and
slowly (but firmly!) push the connectors together. It is a good idea to leave the plugs
connected for several hours. This will help ‘mold’ the connectors together and make
for an ideal fit. Subsequent connections will not be as difficult.
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Your DSR-100 comes with everything you need (and more!) to shoot and record video with
audio. Although there are many possible configurations, all start with the same basic
setup. Use the provided information as a starting point for your custom configuration and
installation!
DSR-100 Basic Setup for Video Recording
To connect the basic components for video recording...
Insert the DSR-JUNC-1 4-contact 3.5mm
plug into the LINE IN jack on the DSR-
7680 unit.
Insert the DC power plug from either
the DSR-BH-8AA Battery Pack or the
DSR-12VDC-180CM Power Cable into
the mating DC power jack on the DSR-
JUNC-1.
Connect the DSR-JUNC-1 4-pin mini
DIN connector to the mating 4-pin
connector on the DSR-MIC-1 Remote
Microphone. There are 2 different 4-pin
mini DIN extension cables included for
the remote microphone connection.
Connect the DSR-JUNC-1 6-pin mini
DIN connector to the mating 6-pin
connector on the DSR-CM81 Camera.
There are 2 different 6-pin mini DIN
extension cables included for the
camera connection.
TIP: Use the above basic wiring information as the starting point for any installation.
The camera and remote microphone mounting locations will determine which, if any,
of the extension cables will be used in your install. When mapping out your install,
keep in mind that you will want to protect the DSR-7680 unit from the elements, while
still being able to easily access it.
Making a Video
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Making a Video
Recording a Video
Below are the steps required to record a video. These instructions are being provided now
because several of the following pages will require you to be familiar with the operation of
the DSR-7680. Please refer back to these instructions at the end of this chapter.
With the LCD in camera view, but
not yet recording, rotate the cam-
era in the mount so that your hori-
zon is correct.
Turn on DSR-7680 and make sure
that the camera and remote micro-
phone have power.
Use joystick to select the Record menu and AV In setting. The DSR-7680 screen
will switch to camera view.
Test the remote microphone by speaking into it and listening for the audio through
the internal speaker. The internal speaker must be turned on to make this test. After
confirming that the remote microphone is active, turn off the internal speaker and
return to the camera view screen.
In the camera view screen the DSR-100 is also a rearview camera system.
To start recording press the B button. To stop recording press in the joystick control.
To return to Record menu, press the ESC button.
To take a digital still photograph, press the A button (SNAP) while in the camera view
screen. Digital photos are stored as JPEG files in the JPG menu.
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Making a Video
DSR-CM81 Camera Setup
The DSR-CM81 focus is set at the factory, and the camera should be correctly focused out
of the box. However, if you want to change the focus of the camera, or find in the future that
it needs to be adjusted, follow these steps...
Unscrew the lens cover from the camera
body. Note that there is a rubber o-ring
that creates a weatherproof seal between
the lens cover and the lens body.
Loosen the small set screw so that the cam-
era lens can be rotated and focused.
Aim the camera at objects in the near field
and far field. Carefully turn the camera lens
clockwise or counterclockwise, while moni-
toring the DSR-7680 screen, to focus.
Connect the DSR-100 components in
the basic setup. Turn on the DSR-7680
and get to the LCD camera view. You
will use the LCD camera view to focus
the camera.
Carefully tighten-down the set screw and
screw on the camera lens cover. The lens
cover needs to be fairly tight so that the rub-
ber o-ring creates a proper seal.
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Making a Video
DSR-MIC-1 Remote Microphone Installation
The DSR-MIC-1 Remote Microphone features an adhesive-backed hook-and-loop mount-
ing tape that can be used to secure the microphone to the bike.
To mount the DSR-MIC-1...
Peel off the protective sheet from
the adhesive-backed hook-and-
loop material. Stick the DSR-MIC-
1 to the desired location.
To achieve the most true-to-life
audio, the DSR-MIC-1 is a full
audio spectrum microphone.
This means that the DSR-MIC-1
needs to be protected from wind.
Insert 8 AA batteries into the DSR-BH-8AA
as shown on the battery compartments.
TIP: While riding the battery holder should be stored in a safe, dry location that will not
interfere with the safe operation of the vehicle. If while riding it is experienced that the
batteries come loose or lose contact, use one or two of the DSR-RT1100 Cable Ties
to secure that batteries.
DSR-BH-8AA Battery Holder Setup
The DSR-BH-8AA holds 8 AA batteries and is the 1st option to supply power to the remote
microphone and camera. With new, fresh alkaline batteries, the DSR-BH-8AA will run the
microphone and camera for approx. 12 hours continuous use.
To install the DSR-BH-8AA...
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DSR-12VDC-180CM Power Cable Installation
The DSR-12VDC-180CM DC Power Cable is the 2nd option to supply power to the remote
microphone and camera. Both the camera and remote microphone operate off 12V DC.
The combined power consumption of the camera and remote microphone is approxi-
mately 120mA. When using the DSR-12VDC-180CM to power the camera and remote
microphone is it imperative that the power source meet these requirements.
To install the DSR-12VDC-180CM...
Connect the red wire (fused line)
to a positive (+) 12V DC power
source. It is recommended to
make the connection at the fuse
box or other switched power
source.
Connect the black wire (ground)
to the negative (-) side of the 12V
DC power source.
Making a Video
TIP: Motorcycle and powersport vehicle electrical systems can be ‘noisy’ and can
generate interference with installed electronic equipment. If you experience
interference when using the DC power cable, try using the battery holder to power the
camera and remote microphone.
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Camera Mounting
Your DSR-100 comes with three different camera mounts - the DSR-UM-1 Universal
Helmet and Bike Mount, the DSR-BM-1 Pedestal Ball Mount, and the DSR-SM4 Screw-
Down Mounting Base.
DSR-UM-1 Universal Mount
The DSR-UM-1 Universal Mount is capable of holding the camera two ways, on the bar-
mount end and flat side.
To hold the camera with the bar-mount end...
The DSR-UM-1 is not designed to be a permanent mounting solution. Do not leave the DSR-UM-1
attached to any surface for a prolonged period. Make sure all mounts, wires and connections are
secure before riding. Check for loose mounts and connections during and after each ride.
Cut 2 small pieces of the DSR-
FOAM material and stick them to the
inside surface of the bar-mount area.
Place the camera in the bar-
mount and tighten down with ma-
chine screw and nut.
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Below is an example of how to use the DSR-UM-1 for a helmet mount.
Stick one side of provided
hook-and-loop material to the
DSR-UM-1.
Stick the other side of pro-
vided hook-and-loop mate-
rial to the inside surface of
the helmet shell.
The DSR-UM-1 can be adjusted
along its horizontal axis by reat-
taching the hook-and-loop sides
at the proper angle.
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DSR-UM-1 Universal Mount (continued)
To hold the camera with the flat side of the DSR-UM-1...
Cut 1 piece of the DSR-FOAM mate-
rial and stick it to the flat side of the
DSR-UM-1.
Place the camera on the foam
piece and use 2pcs of the
DSR-RT675 Medium Size
Cable Tie to secure the cam-
era to the DSR-UM-1
Handlebar mount example of
the DSR-UM-1 with the camera
strapped to the flat side. Tip:
Use more DSR-FOAM on bar-
mount end so as to not scratch
your bike!
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DSR-BM-1 Pedestal Ball Mount
To hold the camera with the DSR-BM-1...
Screw the DSR-BM-1 into
the back side of the camera
until finger tight. Loosen the
DSR-BM-1 set screw, posi-
tion the camera, and tighten
the set screw.
The DSR-BM-1 features 3 mounting holes in the base of the mount. If the included
mounting screws are not ideal for your bike’s installation, then remove an existing
fairing screw, etc. and reattached with the DSR-BM-1 screwed down. Use the DSR-
FOAM between the mount and bike.
Tip: If vibrations loosen the cam-
era from the DSR-BM-1, use a
thread-adhesive (Loctite, etc.).
Example of the DSR-BM-1 used
as a rearview camera.
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DSR-SM4 Screw-Down Mounting Base
To hold the camera with the DSR-SM4...
Remove a body panel screw and reat-
tach with the DSR-SM4 in place. Insert a
DSR-RT675 or DSR-RT1100 cable tie
through the mounting base and tighten
it down with the camera positioned.
TIP: Screws and adhesives may be used to attach the DSR-SM4 to almost any object
or surface. Make sure that any mounting method will support the camera at speed.
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