Parkmate MCPK-972DVR User manual

MCPK-972DVR
USER MANUAL
9.66" Touch Screen Mirror Monitor
with Dual-Channel Dash Camera and Wireless Smart Display
YOUR SAFETY COMES FIRST™

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CONTENTS
1.0 INTRODUCTION......................................................................................................................... 5
1.1 CAUTION ..........................................................................................................................5
1.2 BATTERY WARNING......................................................................................................... 6
1.3 DISCLAIMER.....................................................................................................................7
2.0 FEATURES .................................................................................................................................. 8
3.0 PACKAGE CONTENTS............................................................................................................... 8
4.0 PRODUCT OVERVIEW............................................................................................................... 9
5.0 GETTING STARTED ................................................................................................................. 10
5.1 INSERTING/REMOVING A MICRO SD CARD ................................................................. 10
5.2 MOUNTING OPTIONS .................................................................................................... 11
5.3 INSTALLING VIA RUBBER CLIPS.................................................................................... 11
5.4 INSTALLING VIA OEM MIRROR REPLACEMENT ...........................................................12
5.5 INSTALLING ON YOUR VEHICLE’S WINDSCREEN ........................................................13
5.6 CONNECTING TO POWER SUPPLY ............................................................................... 14
5.7 CONNECTING THE REAR CAMERA...............................................................................14

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5.8 REAR CAMERA WIRING DIAGRAM ................................................................................16
5.9 POWERING ON/OFF.......................................................................................................16
6.0 PLAYING BACK RECORDED VIDEO ON A PC ...................................................................... 17
7.0 TOUCH SCREEN ...................................................................................................................... 18
8.0 INITIAL SETTINGS ................................................................................................................... 18
8.1 FORMATTING THE INSERTED SD CARD .......................................................................18
8.2 DATE/TIME......................................................................................................................19
9.0 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.................................................................................................. 19
9.1 RECORDING VIDEO........................................................................................................20
9.2 LOCKED RECORDING....................................................................................................21
9.3 REAR CAMERA...............................................................................................................22
9.4 RECORDING SCREEN....................................................................................................23
9.5 SETTINGS MENU............................................................................................................26
9.6 RESOLUTION .................................................................................................................26
9.7 LOOP RECORDING ........................................................................................................27
9.8 G-SENSOR .....................................................................................................................28

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9.9 PARKING MONITOR .......................................................................................................29
9.10 TIME LAPSE RECORDING MODE...................................................................................30
9.11 DEFAULT VIEW ............................................................................................................... 30
9.12 DATE/TIME......................................................................................................................31
9.13 FORMATTING MICRO SD CARD.....................................................................................31
9.14 FACTORY RESET............................................................................................................ 32
9.15 ABOUT............................................................................................................................32
9.16 AUTO LCD OFF ..............................................................................................................33
9.17 DATE/TIME STAMP ......................................................................................................... 34
9.18 PROJECTION MODE ......................................................................................................34
9.19 CARPLAY/ANDROID AUTO SET-UP................................................................................ 35
9.20 FM TRANSMITTER.......................................................................................................... 38
9.21 VEHICLES WITH BLUETOOTH FUNCTIONALITY............................................................ 39
10.0 WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS................................................................................ 41
11.0 NOTES ...................................................................................................................................... 46

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1.0 INTRODUCTION
Thank your for purchasing the Pakmate MCPK-972DVR touch screen mirror monitor. Our products,
like most after-market enhanced safety devices, are designed to assist and aid the driver and not to
replace the manual responsibilities of the person operating the vehicle. Please read through these
instructions before attempting to install this product. For the latest manual updates, please see
www.parkmate.com.au or www.parkmatehd.co.nz.
1.1 CAUTION
• Ensure that you are using the MCPK-972DVR within your countries’ road laws. Please make
sure you are familiar with your local road legislation before use.
• Avoid exposing the MCPK-972DVR to direct sunlight for extended periods of time in an
unventilated space.
• Please set the time and date before you use this device to record.
• The reverse camera view is only to be used as a reference. Please drive to actual conditions on
the road.
• The Mirror DVR is only to be used for non-commercial purposes and within the limits permitted
by relevant laws.
• Please avoid using the Mirror DVR in the vicinity of any device that emits radio frequency
interference (such as microwave ovens).
• It is considered normal for the MCPK-972DVR to get warm during use.

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1.2 BATTERY WARNING
• Always charge the Mirror DVR using the provided charger. Improper charging of the
MCPK-972DVR may damage the internal battery.
• Never dismantle the Mirror DVR.
• Do not dispose of the MCPK-972DVR in fire.
• Please dispose the MCPK-972DVR and its internal battery in accordance with local regulations.
• Do not attempt to replace or expose the internal battery.
NOTES ON INSTALLATION
• Make sure that the lens of the Mirror DVR is within the range of the windscreen wiper to ensure
a clear view when it rains.
• Do not touch the lens with your fingers. Fingerprints 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.
• Only use the included charging cable to power the MCPK-972DVR.
• Please install the rear camera at the exterior of the vehicle and near the licence plate.

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1.3 DISCLAIMER
The Parkmate MCPK-972DVR is designed as a driver assistance device. However, it does not
remove the need to drive your vehicle with care and caution. The legal responsibilities and safe
driving practices still remain with the driver at all times. You have purchased this product with the
understanding that it is used as an aid only. We highly recommend that you have this product
professionally installed to ensure that it will perform its functions properly.

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2.0 FEATURES
3.0 PACKAGE CONTENTS
• 2K front camera
• Full HD rear camera with reversing camera
function
• Both front and rear cameras record in FHD
at 30 frames per second
• 9.66" IPS touch screen
• Wireless Android Auto and CarPlay
• Supercapacitor
• 150° field of view front camera and
140° field of view rear camera
• Locked and saved recording footage in the
event of an incident
• Compatible for use with Micro SD cards
Class 10 and above and up to 256GB
• Waterproof IP67-rated rear camera
1. Mirror DVR
2. Rear Camera
3. 8m Rear Camera Cable
4. Rubber Fasteners
5. Screws
6. Fastener Clips
7. 12V Power Adaptor
8. Mounting Plate
9. Mounting Arm
10. 4mm EVA Pads
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4.0 PRODUCT OVERVIEW
1. Power Supply Port
2. AV IN for Rear Camera
3. Micro SD Card Slot
(SD Card not included)
4. GPS Port (Not Applicable*)
5. Front Camera Lens
6. 9.66” 2.5D Touch
Screen Panel
7. Reset Button
8. Speaker
9. On/Off Button
10. Microphone
11. Rear Camera
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5.0 GETTING STARTED
5.1 INSERTING/REMOVING A MICRO SD CARD
With the Mirror DVR turned off and the screen facing towards you, insert the memory card with the
text on the Micro SD card facing up into the Micro SD card slot. Push the memory card in until a
click is heard.
To remove the memory card, ensure that the Mirror DVR is powered off, then push the memory card
until a click is heard to release and eject the card.
NOTE:
• Do not remove or insert the memory card while the Mirror DVR is turned on as this may
damage the memory card or corrupt the memory card's stored data.
• Please use a Class 10 or higher Micro SD card with a maximum capacity of up to 256GB.
• Please format the Micro SD card before initial use.
• When removing the memory card, be mindful that the memory card may eject quickly.
• Micro SD Card is not included.