NanoCam Plus NCP-DVRT1 User manual

USER MANUAL
FULL HD DUAL DASH CAM DVR
WITH REVERSE CAMERA & REVERSE MONITOR
NCP-DVRT1

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Caution....................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Battery warning .......................................................................................................................................................... 4
Notes on Installation ................................................................................................................................................... 4
1 Introduction .............................................................................................................................................................. 5
1.1 Features ............................................................................................................................................................. 5
1.2 Package Contents .............................................................................................................................................. 5
1.3 Product Overview ............................................................................................................................................... 5
2 Getting Started ......................................................................................................................................................... 6
2.1 Inserting the Memory Card.................................................................................................................................. 6
2.2 Installing Car DVR............................................................................................................................................... 6
2.2.1 Adjust the angle of the DVR .................................................................................................................... 6
2.2.2 Connecting the Rear Facing Camera....................................................................................................... 7
2.3 Powering the Car DVR On / Off........................................................................................................................... 7
2.3.1 Auto Power On / Off................................................................................................................................ 7
2.3.2 Manual Power On / Off and Reset........................................................................................................... 7
2.3.2.1 Manual Power On ................................................................................................................................... 7
2.3.2.2 Power Off................................................................................................................................................ 7
2.3.2.3 Reset the device ..................................................................................................................................... 7
2.4 Playing back Video on PC................................................................................................................................... 7
2.5 Initial Settings ..................................................................................................................................................... 8
2.5.1 Formatting Inserted Micro SD Card ........................................................................................................ 8
2.5.2 Set the Date / Time ................................................................................................................................. 8
2.6 Using the DVR .................................................................................................................................................... 8
2.6.1 Recording Video ..................................................................................................................................... 8
2.6.2 Locked Recording................................................................................................................................... 9
2.6.3 Reverse Monitor...................................................................................................................................... 9
2.6.4 Video Mode ............................................................................................................................................ 9
2.7 Settings Menu .................................................................................................................................................... 9
2.7.1 Image Quality .......................................................................................................................................... 9
2.7.2 Loop Recording .................................................................................................................................... 10
2.7.3 Motion Detection................................................................................................................................... 10
2.7.4 G-Sensor .............................................................................................................................................. 10

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2.7.5 White Balance....................................................................................................................................... 11
2.7.6 Auto Record.......................................................................................................................................... 11
2.7.7 Record Audio........................................................................................................................................ 11
2.7.8 Park Mode ............................................................................................................................................ 12
2.7.9 Set Date/Time....................................................................................................................................... 12
2.8.0 Language.............................................................................................................................................. 12
2.8.1 Date Stamp........................................................................................................................................... 13
2.8.2 Format .................................................................................................................................................. 13
2.8.3 Default Setting ...................................................................................................................................... 13
3 Settings Menu......................................................................................................................................................... 14
Warranty................................................................................................................................................................... 15

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Caution
•Ensure you are using your Car DVR within your countries’ road laws. Please make sure you are familiar with your local road legislation
before use.
• Avoid leaving your Car DVR in direct sunlight for extended periods of time in an unventilated space.
• Please set time and date before you use this device to record.
• The system is to be used only for non-commercial use, within the limits permitted by the relevant laws
• Avoid using the Car DVR in the vicinity of any devices that emit radio interference (eg. Microwave Ovens).
• It is considered normal operation for the Car DVR to get warm during use.
Battery Warning
•Always charge the Car DVR using the provided charger. Improper charging of the Car DVR may result in failure of the internal battery.
•Never dismantle the Car DVR or expose the internal battery.
•Do not dispose of the Car DVR in fire.
•Dispose of the Car DVR observing local regulations being mindful of the internal battery.
•Do not attempt to replace or expose the internal battery.
Notes on Installation
1. It is advised that the Car DVR is installed near the rear view mirror, at the top centre of the windshield for optimal operation.
2. Make sure that the lens is within the range of the windscreen wiper to ensure a clear view when it rains.
3. Do not touch the lens with your fingers. Finger prints left on the lens will result in unclear videos or photos. If photos or videos are blurred,
please clean the lens gently with a microfibre cloth.
4. Only use the included charging cable to power the Car DVR.

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1. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a NanoCam Plus Car DVR. We are certain that our product will give you trouble free operation while providing
you with a safety feature that enhances your driving experience. Our products, like most after-market safety enhanced devices, are
designed to assist and aid the driver, not to replace the manual function of the person operating the vehicle. Please read through these
instructions before attempting to install this product.
For the latest manual and product updates, please visit our website at www.nanocamplus.com.au or www.nanocamplus.co.nz
1.1 Features
• Front Camera recording full high definition 1080P footage
• Rear camera recording high definition VGA footage
• Rear View monitor engages when your reverse gear is selected
• Dual channel simultaneous recording
• 3” colour screen
• 140° wide angle lens
• Emergency recording saves your footage when an impact is detected
• Supports Micro SD cards, class 6 and above up to 32GB
1.2 Package Contents
Car DVR Rear Camera 6M Extension Cable 12v Adpator
1.3 Product Overview
1. OK/Record Button 7. Up Button
2. Mode Button 8. Micro SD Card Slot
3. Footage Lock Button 9. Mini USB power socket
4. Power/Light Button 10. Micro USB
5. Down/Mute Microphone Button 11. Reset Button
6. Menu Button 12. Microphone

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2. Getting Started
2.1 Inserting Memory Card
With the Car DVR turned off and the screen facing towards you insert the memory card with the text on the Micro SD card facing away
from you. Push the memory card in until a click is heard.
Note:
1. Do not remove or insert the memory card while the Car DVR is turned on as this may
damage the memory card or corrupt the memory cards stored data.
2. Please use a Class 6 or higher rated micro SD card with a maximum capacity of 32GB.
3. Please format the Micro SD card before the initial use.
4. When removing the memory card, be careful as the card may eject quickly.
To remove the memory card
Ensure that the Car DVR is powered off, push the memory card until a click is heard and release the card to eject.
2.2 Installing the Car DVR
1. Remove the protective stickers from the Car DVR and the Suction Mount.
2. Slot the mount bracket into the socket on the top of the Car DVR and with the screen facing you, slide the bracket from front to
back until the bracket locks in place.
3. With the suction mount tab in the up position attach the suction cup to the windscreen.
4. Press the mount base firmly against the windscreen and switch the suction mount tab to the down position.
2.2.1 Adjust the angle of the Car DVR
1. Select a flat and centred location near the
number plate lamp at the rear of the vehicle to
mount camera.
IMPORTANT: When selecting this location, it is
highly recommended that the image transmitted
by the camera show the rear bumper and area
behind the vehicle.
2. Attach tape to the bracket of the camera, and
drill a small hole for the first screw. (Refer to
Fig 2a)
3. Use a screw driver to fix the first screw, but
don’t tighten it yet. (Refer to Fig 2b)
4. Insert camera wire through newly drilled hole
and mount securely in place. (Refer to Fig 2c)
5. Mark the position suitable for the second screw and drill a small hole for
it. (Refer to Fig 2d)
6. Fix the second screw and tighten both screws. (Refer to Fig 2e)
Suggested location
to mount camera

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2.2.2 Connecting the Rear Facing Camera
The rear camera needs to be attached to your vehicles reverse light power cable for the reverse monitor function.
Because each vehicle varies in the way that the reverse lights are wired, it is advised that
you review your vehicles owner’s manual before attempting to connect the reverse camera.
When connecting the camera, be sure connect the RED cable to your
vehicles reverse lights positive wire, and connect the black cable to your
vehicles ground connection.
2.2.3 Connecting to Power
Only use the included charger to power and charge the Car DVR.
1. Once the Car DVR is securely installed on your vehicle's windscreen,
plug the 12v charger into your vehicle's cigarette lighter.
2. Run the cable along your vehicle's console and windscreen and plug
the power plug into the Car DVR.
2.3 Powering the Car DVR On / Off
2.3.1 Auto Power On/Off
When the Car DVR is correctly installed and connected to your vehicle's 12v power supply, the Car DVR will automatically
power up and start recording when the vehicle accessories are activated.
2.3.2 Manual Power On/Off and Reset
2.3.2.1 Manual Power On
Hold the (Power) button on the top of the camera until the NanoCam Plus start up screen appears.
2.3.2.2 Power Off
Make sure that recording has been stopped and then press the (Power) button on the top of the car DVR. After
powering down the device please wait for 10 seconds before turning the Car DVR back on.
2.3.2.3 Reset the Device
If the Car DVR does not function normally, try restarting the car DVR. To restart the car DVR, with a flattened paper
clip press the small button in the middle of the underside of the Car DVR.
2.4 Playing back video on a PC
To playback video files on your PC it is recommended to connect the Micro SD card (not included) directly to your PC using either
a USB Micro SD card reader (not included) or if your PC has a SD card slot, a Micro SD/SD Card converter (not included). Once
the Micro SD card is connected it should appear as a removable storage device. It is recommended that you transfer video files
that you want to playback to a file on your computer before attempting to playback. This will reduce any delay in playback.

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2.5 Initial Settings
Before using the Car DVR we recommend Formatting the Inserted Micro SD Card and setting the correct Time and Date.
2.5.1 Formatting the Inserted Micro SD Card
Formatting the Micro SD card will delete all information on the inserted Micro SD Card and prepare the card for use with
the Car DVR.
1. Press the (OK) Button to stop the Car DVR from recording.
2. Press the (Menu) Button to enter the Video Menu.
3. Press the (Menu) Button again to enter the Settings Menu.
4. Use the and Buttons to navigate the Settings Menu and highlight the Format setting and press (OK) to select.
5. Select SD Card and press the (OK) Button.
6. Select OK to confirm and press the (OK) Button.
Note:
1. Menus cannot be accessed while the camera is recording. Please stop the recording before attempting to access the menu.
2. Formatting your Micro SD Card will delete all files from the card. Once these files have been deleted you will not be able to
recover them.
2.5.2 Set Date / Time
Setting the Time and Date allows you to stamp your footage with the date and time as a reference.
1. Press the (OK) Button to stop the Car DVR from recording.
2. Hold the (Menu) Button for 2 seconds to enter the Settings Menu.
3. Use the and Buttons to navigate the Settings Menu and highlight the Date setting and press OK to select.
4. Use the and buttons to edit the selected digit and the (Mode) button to confirm and progress to the next digit.
5. Once the time and date has been entered press the (Menu) button to save and exit the Date setting.
Note:
1. Menus cannot be accessed while the camera is recording. Please stop the recording before attempting to access the menu.
2. Once the time and date is set it can be stamped onto your footage using the Date Stamp setting. Please see section Date Stamp
for more details.
2.6 Using the Car DVR
2.6.1 Recording Video
When the Car DVR is connected to your vehicle's 12v power supply, the Car DVR will automatically power up and begin
recording when you start your vehicle. During the start up the buttons will be unresponsive and the camera will take a
moment to begin recording. The Car DVR will automatically stop recording and shut down when your vehicle is powered off.

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Note:
1. Because of how some vehicles are wired, the recording may continue when the engine is switched off. If this happens, please
manually turn off the Car DVR or remove the car adapter from the cigarette lighter when not in use.
2. The recording loop length can be configured to save a video file for every 3 or 5 minutes of recording. For information on how to
adjust this setting please refer to the Loop Recording section of this manual.
3. The device saves the recorded footage and photos on to the inserted Micro SD Card. If the memory card capacity is full, the oldest
file in the memory card will be overwritten.
2.6.2 Locked Recording
Locked Recording saves the current video file and protects it from being overwritten.
Note:
1. If the G Sensor function is enabled and a collision is detected, the device will automatically trigger the emergency recording and
protect the current video file. Please refer to the section titled G Sensor.
2. The emergency recording file is created as a new file, which will be protected to avoid being overwritten by normal loop recording.
If the inserted Micro SD Card fills up with Emergency Recording files the message “SD Card Full” will appear on the screen, the
oldest emergency file will be automatically deleted when a new emergency recording file is created.
2.6.3 Reverse Monitor
The reverse monitor will display what is behind your vehicle in your blind spot when the reverse gear is selected. For this
function to work correctly the rear camera must be correctly connected to your vehicle’s reverse light.
2.6.4 Video Mode
When the Car DVR is powered up the video screen will start by default. In this screen recording will automatically start and
can be stopped by pressing the (OK) Button. To access the Settings Menu, ensure that the Car DVR is not recording then
press the (Menu) button.
2.7 Settings Menu
2.7.1 Video Quality
Image Quality sets the quality of both videos and photos taken by your Car DVR. Higher quality videos and photos will
capture more detail and will also produce larger files. To change the image quality, please follow the instructions below.
1. Press the (OK) Button to stop the Car DVR from recording.
2. Press the (Menu) Button to enter the Settings Menu.
3. Use the and Buttons to navigate the Setting Menu and highlight the Image Quality setting and press (OK) to
select.
4. Use the and Buttons to highlight your required setting, then press the (OK) button to confirm your selection.
Note:
1. Menus cannot be accessed while the camera is recording. Please stop the recording before attempting to access the menu.
2. Higher resolution clips will create larger files which will fill the Micro SD Card faster.

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2.7.2 Loop Recording
Loop recording allows you to set the duration that the camera will record before creating a new clip. To set the clip length
please follow the instructions below.
1. Press the (OK) Button to stop the Car DVR from recording.
2. Press the (Menu) Button to enter the Settings Menu.
3. Use the and Buttons to navigate the Settings Menu and highlight the Loop Recording setting and press (OK)
to select.
4. Use the and Buttons to highlight your required clip Length, then press the (OK) button to confirm your selection.
Note:
1. Menus cannot be accessed while the camera is recording. Please stop the recording before attempting to access the menu.
2. To avoid filling the card quickly it is advised to use the 2 or 3 minute options.
2.7.3 Motion Detection
Motion Detection is used to pause recording when no motion is detected in front of the camera, and to start recording
when motion is detected again. To activate the Motion Detection setting follow the instructions below.
1. Press the (OK) Button to stop the Car DVR from recording.
2. Press the (Menu) Button to enter the Settings Menu.
3. Use the and Buttons to navigate the Settings Menu and highlight the Motion Detection setting and press (OK)
to select.
4. Use the (OK) Button to turn OFF and ON Motion Detection indicated by the check box.
Note:
1. Menus cannot be accessed while the camera is recording. Please stop the recording before attempting to access the menu.
2.7.4 G Sensor
The G Sensor defines the required force needed to trigger emergency recording. Once Emergency recording is triggered
the current recording will be saved and protected from being saved over by the normal loop recording. To set the required
sensitivity please follow the instructions below.
1. Press the (OK) Button to stop the Car DVR from recording.
2. Press the (Menu) Button to enter the Settings Menu.
3. Use the and Buttons to navigate the Settings Menu and highlight the G Sensor setting and press (OK) to
select.
4. Use the and Buttons to turn highlight your required sensitivity, then press (OK) to confirm your selection.
Note:
1. Menus cannot be accessed while the camera is recording. Please stop the recording before attempting to access the menu.