Onsite Cameras M8G User manual

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TABLE OF CONTENT
SAFETY REMINDING ............................................................................. 3
FEATURES ......................................................................................... 4
WHAT’S IN THE BOX .......................................................................... 4
CONTROLS & INDICATORS.................................................................... 5
M8G INSTALLATION & SETUP ............................................................... 6
INSTALLING M8G .............................................................................. 6
Installation Safety Warnings .......................................................... 6
Installation Considerations............................................................. 7
Installation Procedure .................................................................... 7
Remove the Bracket ....................................................................... 8
Connect to Power ........................................................................... 8
INITIAL SETUP ...................................................................................... 9
Language Setting ........................................................................... 9
Set Date and Time .......................................................................... 9
Set Automatic Recording................................................................ 9
SCREEN INFORMATION ...................................................................... 10
OPERATION........................................................................................ 11
USING THE MENUS.......................................................................... 11
BASIC RECORDING OPERATION ....................................................... 13
Automatic/Manual Recording...................................................... 13
Emergency Recording................................................................... 13
Collision Detection ....................................................................... 14
Parking Mode .............................................................................. 14
PLAY VIDEOS ................................................................................... 14
View on the Device....................................................................... 14
View on PC ................................................................................... 15
GPS ................................................................................................. 15

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Red Light/Speed Cam Alert .......................................................... 15
DVR PLAYER ....................................................................................... 16
MAINTENANCE................................................................................... 18
SPECIFICATION ................................................................................... 19

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SAFETY REMINDING
This product is not waterproof. Do not expose it to rain or moisture.
This product is intended for use in a motor vehicle. Don’t install the
device where it will block the driver’s view of the road or side mirrors.
Do not install it where it will interfere with airbag deployment
Pay attention to the road! Don’t operate or focus on any device while
driving.
Be sure the camera lens is kept clean and there is nothing blocking it.
Don’t leave the device in direct sunlight or where temperatures could go
above 60° C (140° F) for a long period of time.

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FEATURES
● Plug and Play
● WQHD 1440P @ 30fps
● 156° wide angle
● 2.4” LCD screen size
● G-Sensor with Collision Detection
● F/1.8 Lens
● Loop Recording
● Built-in Microphone
● Record to Micro SD card
● Parking Assist Mode
● Built-in GPS
● GPS Location Recording
WHAT’S IN THE BOX
Camera/Recorder
Car Adapter
Windshield Mount

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CONTROLS & INDICATORS
ITEM FUNCTION
USB Port Connect the device to the power source or PC.
Menu Access the Menu.
UP (▲) ● In Menu:
Moves selection up in the list.
● In Playback Mode:
Selects the previous files.
● In Standby Mode:
Takes a snapshot of the current image.
● While Recording:
(1) Press to take a snapshot of the current image.
(2) Press and hold to add a GPS position to the
list of manual added position.
DOWN (▼) ● In Menu:
Select next item in the list.
● In Playback Mode:
Selects the next files.
● In Standby Mode:
Access File Management menu.
● While Recording:
Stop recording.
Recording/OK
( )
● In Menu:
Press to accept selection.

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● In Playback Mode:
Pause and unpause video replay.
● In Standby Mode:
Press to start recording.
● While Recording:
Enter into Emergency recording.
● While viewing snapshot:
Press to zoom.
MicroSD Card
Slot
Insert MicroSD card here to record video files.
Power ( ) Press and hold to turn the device on and off.
M8G INSTALLATION & SETUP
INSTALLING M8G
Installation Safety Warnings
Failure to comply with the following warnings could result in an accident
or collision, resulting in death or serious injury.
1. Do not obstruct the driver’s view or the operation of the vehicle
itself.
2. Do not place it unsecured on the dashboard or in front/above an
airbag.
3. Do not mount the camera where it will become a distraction if it
becomes loose.
4. Do not attempt to operate the camera while driving. If you need to
access the device to change setting, etc., pull off the road in a safe
manner to do so.

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5. Some country or state laws prohibit drivers from mounting anything
on the windshield, or restrict mounting to specific areas of the
windshield. It is the user’s responsibility to mount the device in
compliance with local laws.
Installation Considerations
1. Install the device in the area around the rear view mirror.
2. Be sure the device is installed where the windshield wipers can clear
the windshield in front of the lens.
3. Do not install on colored or heavily tinted windshield. The coloring
effect may affect recording quality.
4. Clean the windshield area where you plan to install the bracket. Be
sure it is clear of dust or dirt.
Installation Procedure
1. Insert MicroSD card into device.
2. Format MicroSD card. (Menu/File Management/Format)
3. Slide the bracket connector into the bracket slot on the camera until
you hear it click in place.
4. Lift the suction clamp on the bracket. Place the bracket’s suction cup
on the windshield and press down on the suction clamp to secure the
bracket.

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5. Two knobs adjust the camera’s position. Loosen the top knob on the
side of the bracket to adjust the camera’s vertical position. Loosen
the bottom knob to adjust the camera’s horizontal position.
Remove the Bracket
To remove the bracket from the windshield, release the suction cup,
hold the camera securely, and lift the suction clamp.
Connect to Power
1. Connect the car adapter’s USB plug to the device’s USB port.
2. Connect the cigarette lighter adapter plug to the vehicle’s cigarette
lighter port.
3. The device turns on. Red light indicates the device is recording,
while the green light indicates the device is in standby mode.
NOTE
In certain models of cars, the cigarette lighter keeps providing power
even when the engine is off. Be sure to remove the car charger or
disconnect the device when leaving the vehicle to prevent draining the
vehicle battery. Check your vehicle’s owner’s manual to determine if this
applies to your vehicle.

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INITIAL SETUP
Language Setting
Follow these procedures if you need to change the language on your
device.
1. Press M (Menu) to access the Menu system.
2. Press ▼ to scroll to System Setting if necessary and then press .
3. Press ▼ to scroll to Language then press .
4. Press ▲/▼to scroll to the desired language and press to select it.
5. Press M to leave that Menu page.
Set Date and Time
This device receives date and time information from the GPS satellite if
the time zone setting (UTC) is NOT set to OFF. If the UTC is set to OFF,
the device will then look for a manually-set date and time. Set the date
and time through System Setting/Date Time.
Set Automatic Recording
Activate the Automatic Recording function to have the device start
recording when the vehicle’s engine is turned on. Activate the function
before using the device.
1. Press M to access the Menu system.
2. Press ▼to scroll to Video Settings and press .
3. Scroll to Auto Record and press .

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4. Scroll to On and press .
5. Press M to leave that Menu page.
SCREEN INFORMATION
The following image describes the areas and icons seen on the recording
screen. The 4 icons on the bottom of the screen correspond to the 4
keys on the device.
Nr. ITEM DESCRIPTION
1 Duration Mark the recording duration.
2 Custom Speed
Limit
Show the custom speed limit (set by the
user).
3 Resolution Mark the resolution of the video.
4 Microphone Show if the microphone is active.
5 GPS Indicate if GPS is active and the signal
strength.