Pittasoft BlackVue DR300G User manual

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DR300G
User manual
Ver 3.70

Contents
Getting Ready 2 Before Using This User Manual
3 Safety Instructions
5 BlackVue Features
6 Checking the BlackVue Package Content
7 Checking the main body of the BlackVue
Using the
BlackVue
8 Installing the BlackVue
12 Recording
14 Playing a Recorded File
BlackVue
Software
17 Running BlackVue Software
18 The Screen Organization
19 Playing a Recorded File
22 Saving as an Image or Video File / Printing
23 Configuring Your BlackVue Set-up
Other Information 28 Installing the BlackVue Software
29 Upgrading the Firmware
30 Product Specifications

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Getting Ready Before Using This User Manual
Thank you for purchasing Pittasoft’s BlackVue. This product is a vehicle drive
recorder.
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Make sure to read this manual thoroughly in order to use the BlackVue correctly.
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Pittasoft will continue to add new functions and enhancements and apply new
technologies to this product. Any information and specifications contained in this
manual can be changed without prior notice to users.
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The screenshots and figures presented in this manual may differ from the actual
appearances of the product.
Conventions
Icon Name Meaning
]Caution Indicates that the accompanying function may not operate or be
disabled.
NNote Indicates a tip or supplementary description to help you operate the
accompanying function.
Warranty
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Pittasoft co., Ltd shall not be held responsible for any accidental loss or damage to the
product due to misuse by the user.
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This product is designed to record/store the scene of a vehicle accident. However, it
does not guarantee that it is an exact recording of all accidents. A minor impact that
does not trigger the impact sensor may fail to record an event scene.
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This product is a device that assists you to work out the circumstances of the
accident. Pittasoft co., Ltd shall not be held responsible for any damage or loss
(financial, business or indirect) occurring from an accident.

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Getting Ready Safety Instructions
The following instructions are given to ensure your safety and prevent the loss
of property. Read them thoroughly and use the product correctly.
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Do not disassemble, repair, or remodel the product.
This may result in electrical shock, fire or damage to the product. Contact a
service center when your product needs to be repaired. Your warranty will be
voided if you have disassembled, repaired, or remodeled the product yourself.
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When cleaning the product, do not spray water directly onto the main body of the
product. Be careful that water does not enter the product and that it is not wet.
This may result in electric shock, fire or a product malfunction.
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Do not spray cleaner directly onto the surface of the product.
This may result in discoloration or cracks and may cause a product malfunction.
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Do not impart any force to the product. Be careful that no foreign material enters
the product.
This may result in a product malfunction.
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Never operate the product while you are driving.
You may be distracted, resulting in a car accident. Make sure to operate the
product after stopping your car in a safe location.
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Do not install the product in a location that hinders your driving or visibility.
This may result in an accident.
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The recorded scenes may be displayed faintly or distorted if the front window of
your car is tinted excessively.
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The optimal temperature range for guaranteed quality is between 0°C and 50°C.
In the mid-summer or winter seasons, the video quality may deteriorate a little.
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This product uses a camera. The quality of the recorded scenes may be degraded
in extreme situations, such as when the brightness changes rapidly, when entering
or exiting a tunnel, or when the light is too strong at high noon, or when there is no
light source at midnight.
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If the power to the product is disconnected due to a big accident, no scenes will
be recorded.

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Getting Ready Safety Instructions
] Precautions for Using GPS
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Poor GPS signal reception does not affect the video recording performance. The
coordinates and travel speed information may be unavailable, but video recording is
activated immediately.
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Maintain the ambient temperature to within the recommended range.
The ideal ambient temperature range for the GPS operation is between 0°C and
50°C. In summer or winter, the GPS signal reception may become unstable or it may
take longer to establish a satellite connection.
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The GPS requires some time (1 to 5 minutes) to determine its current location when
the unit is turned on for the first time or after an extended period of non-use (3 days or
more).
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Avoiding GPS signal interference and re-check the GPS signal strength..
• If and object is placed on top of the GPS model.
• If a metallic tinting film has been applied to the vehicle’s windshield.
• If there are electromagnetic interference-generating devices inside the vehicle.
(Certain types of remote startup and alarm systems and MP3/CD players)
• If other GPS units are in use.
• If the weather is cloudy.
• If you are driving underneath or through an overpass, inside a tunnel or underground parking
facility, in an area with a high concentration of large building structures, near an electrical
power plant, near a military base, or near a broadcasting signal tower.
] Caution When Installing the BlackVue
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Installing or operating the product while you are driving may cause an accident. Stop
your car at a safe location and install or operate the product.
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If you smell any strange smells or the cigarette jack emits smoke, stop using the
product and contact your local product distributor.
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Dust in the cigarette jack may cause excessive heat or fire. Clean it periodically.
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Frequently check whether the main body of the product is installed securely. The
BlackVue may fall due to vibrations and result in personal injury or damage to the
product.
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Pittasoft is not liable for any product damage or personal injuries that occur due to an
accident or carelessness.

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Getting Ready BlackVue Features
Normal Recording
Records all circumstances while driving in high quality video.
Parking Recording
Automatic parking mode is provided. If the movement of the vehicles is
not detected for a pre-determined period of time (by G-sensor), the mode
automatically switches to parking mode. If the movement of the vehicle
continues, the parking mode is automatically cancelled. In the parking mode,
recordings are made only when a movement is detected by the camera (motion
detection) or an impact is imparted (G-sensor). (Created by Pittasoft’s advanced
security and safety technologies.)
Event (G-Sensor) Recording
When an impact is imparted to your car while you are driving, the BlackVue’s
built-in G-sensor detects this automatically and starts recording the event.
Sound Recording Function
Since the BlackVue has a built-in microphone, the surrounding sounds are also
recorded when the video scenes are recorded.
Convenient Recording View
BlackVue video is saved in MP4 format so that you can easily view the recordings
using a general video player (smart phone / navigation).
Support dedicated Software
User-friendly BlackVue software is provided that enables convenient video search
and view and provides various additional functions.
Stylish and Convenient Design
The soft and cylindrical design makes the inside of your car more stylish. In addition,
you can easily adjust the angle of the camera and capture the inside of your car.
Voice Guide Function
You can easily use the BlackVue as it guides you with voice instructions for the
operations you should perform.
High Resolution Images
By applying up-to-date H.264 compression, the BlackVue provides a maximum
high VGA (640X480) resolution and efficient storage space.
GPS Data Recording
Powerful sensitive GPS that is embedded in the device records the vehicle’s speed
and coordinates whenever recording is in progress. In addition, it is possible to use
the GPS data in conjunction with the BlackVue software and Google Maps to plot
the vehicle’s navigation path (when connected to the Internet).

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Getting Ready Checking the BlackVue Package Content
Check the product and the accompanied accessories contained in the product
package.
NIf there is any problem with the accessories, contact your local product distributor.
NThe accompanied accessories can be changed without prior notice.
BlackVue User manual
Video OUT Cable Video IN Cable Power cable
Cable holders Double-sided tape
(A spare unit for mounting
the BlackVue onto the vehicle.)
Micro SD card
(Including the BlackVue Software)
Micro SD card reader

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Getting Ready Checking the main body of the BlackVue
Check the main body of the BlackVue.
NFor more information on the use of each part, refer to the relevant page.
Recording LED indicator
Microphone
Buttons on the main body
(Parking Recording Button)
( See page 12)
[DC IN] terminal ( See page 9)
Micro SD card slot
[AV OUT] terminal
( See page 11)
Holder
Holder lock button
( See page 11)
Camera lens
GPS Signal LED

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Using the BlackVue Installing the BlackVue
Inserting / Removing a Micro SD Card
1. Press the Micro SD card lightly
and slide it into the BlackVue in the
direction shown in the figure.
NTo remove the Micro SD card, press
it lightly and it will eject.
NBefore you insert an SD card into
the BlackVue, turn the BlackVue off.
] Caution When Using a Micro SD Card
• Insert/Remove the Micro SD card while the BlackVue is turned off.
(Ensure that all the LEDs of the BlackVue are turned off.)
• Do not remove the Micro SD card while the BlackVue is reading or writing data.
This may corrupt the data or result in a product malfunction.
• Check the data stored on the Micro SD card periodically to ensure that the product
operates normally.
• Use a Micro SD card provided by Pittasoft. Using a card from other companies may result
in data corruption or a product malfunction.
• The Micro SD card is an expendable item. Replace it with a new one if it has been used for
an extended period of time.
• Make sure to back up important data to another storage medium. We do not provide a
warranty for any corrupted data that occurs while using the product.

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Installing the BlackVue in a vehicle
1. Stop the engine and remove the key
from the ignition.
NInstall the BlackVue in a well-lit and safe
location.
2. Insert a Micro SD card into the BlackVue.
NFor more information on using the
Micro SD card, refer to page 8.
3. Attach the BlackVue to a windshield of
your car using double-sided tape.
NWe recommend that you install the
BlackVue behind the rear view mirror.
The lens of BlackVue should be located
on the center of the vehicle.
NInstall it in a location that does not
hinder your visibility.
NWipe all foreign material and moisture
from the surface to which the double-
sided tape will be attached using a soft
and dry cloth.
NIf the product is installed on a window
hot wire, this may cause the hot wire
to be damaged when removing the
product later.
NIf the BlackVue happens to be removed
from the holder, refer to page 11.
4. Connect the [DC IN] terminal of the
BlackVue and the cigarette jack of
your car using the power cable.
NFor parking mode, connecting the
POWER MAGIC (a battery power
controller) is recommended.
NUse a multi power leads, in case
BlackVue is used with other car device.
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Using the BlackVue Installing the BlackVue
5. Tie the power cable.
NUse the provided cable holder, if
necessary.
6. Adjust the position of the camera
lens of the BlackVue.
NThe BLACKVUE logo should be
slightly further down than horizontal.
NCheck the data saved during a test
drive. Adjust the lens position, if
necessary.
NIf you connect a mobile video device
(smart phone/navigation), you can
adjust the angle of the lens viewing
the video. (
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See page 11.)
7. Start the engine. Check whether the
BlackVue is installed correctly.
NWhen the BlackVue is installed
correctly, its LED will turn on.
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Connecting the BlackVue to an AV Product
Video OUT Cable Video IN cable*
1. Connect the BlackVue’s [AV OUT] terminal to the AV unit using
the Video OUT/IN cable (accessory).
NYou can view the real-time video of the BlackVue through the connected AV
product.
NYou cannot play the files recorded by BlackVue.
NIf you use the [AV OUT] port of BlackVue, the frame rate decreases.
NHowever, some navigation systems are not compliant with the provided Video In*
cable. Refer to the user manual for the navigation system to check the
compatibility with the provided Video In cable.
Removing the BlackVue from the Holder
1. While pressing the [LOCK] button for the holder, pull the main body of the
BlackVue as shown in the figure.
2. The main body of the BlackVue is easily removed from the holder.
NAssembling it into the holder : Align the grooves of the main body of the
BlackVue with those of the holder and slide the main body into the holder until
you hear a click.

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Using the BlackVue Recording
Using the Normal Recording Function
Start the engine.
BlackVue turns on and starts the Normal Recording function. BlackVue records
all the videos while the power is on.
NIf you connect BlackVue with POWER MAGIC (a battery power controller), it is
always on.
NIf you select [Normal record Off] in the [Normal Record] in the Set-up screen, this
function will be disabled ( See page 24).
Using the Parking Recording Function
Using the Parking Recording Function
[Automatic Parking Mode] is set by
default. ( See page 25.)
NIf the movement is not detected for 10
minutes (by G-sensor), it automatically
switches to parking mode.
NIf the movement is detected for 30 seconds
in succession, the parking mode is automatically cancelled.
NTo immediately activate or deactivate the parking mode, press the BlackVue main
body’s button.
In the parking mode, recordings are made only when a motion is detected by
the camera (motion detection) or an impact is imparted to your car (G-sensor).
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For parking mode, connecting the power of the BlackVue to the POWER MAGIC (a
battery power controller) is recommended.
Motion Detection Algorithms
• This technology is for camera to detect movements.
• The proprietary security solution technology of the IP security camera specialized company,
PITTASOFT is adopted for motion detection.

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Using the Event Recording Function
When the vehicle is running or parked, if the BlackVue detects an impact over
a pre-determined threshold, the video of the before and after is automatically
recorded.
NGo to the setup screen and adjust the settings for [G-Sensor] under Sensitivity.
( See page 26). It is possible to configure different [G-Sensor] settings for the
normal recording and parking recording functions.
G-Sensor (3 axis acceleration sensor)
• BlackVue detects impact with the G-sensor and recording the video.
• G-sensor is 3-axis gravity acceleration sensor that detects an impact in X (forward and
backward), Y (left and right) and Z axis (upward and downward).
• You can play the G-sensor information of the recorded file by using the BlackVue software.
• The G-sensor value measured by BlackVue cannot be used as an evidence for traffic
accident.
Turning off the BlackVue
Stop the engine.
The BlackVue will turn off after about 5 seconds.
All LED indicators of the BlackVue will turn off.
NWhen the POWER MAGIC (a battery power
controller) is connected, separate the power cable
connected to the BlackVue.

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Using the BlackVue Playing a Recorded File
BlackVue recordings are saved in MP4 format so that you can easily play the
recorded files using a general video player (PC, smart phone or navigation)
without file format conversion.
NBlackVue recording files are saved in the
‘Record’ folder of the SD card.
Playing Recorded Files with a smart phone
Downloading BlackVue applications
• Pittasoft provides useful BlackVue specific applications for
your reference. User can use this feature only with smart-
phone supporting the SD card section.
• Access Android Market  Search for BlackVue 
Select an application  Download
1. Turn off your BlackVue product and remove the
SD card from it.
2. Insert the SD card into your smart phone.
NYou can play the recorded video in a smart phone
supporting the micro SD card.
3. From the main menu on your smart phone,
select the BlackVue application. The BlackVue
viewer will be opened.
NThe video can be played using your smart phone’s
video player.
4. Tap on a video clip. The video clip will be played.
NIf there are a number of files in the SD card, file
loading may take some time.
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Playing Recorded Files with a Navigation
1. Insert the SD card into the SD card adaptor. Then insert the adaptor (with
the SD card inserted) into the SD card reader.
2. Connect the SD card reader to the navigation system.
3. Tap a play-related icon and select the removable disk that contains the
video clips.
4. Tap on a video clip. The video clip will be played.
NPlaying a video clip may differ depending on the device model. For more
information, refer to the user manual of the navigation system.
NIf there are a number of files in the SD card, file loading may take some time.

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Using the BlackVue Playing a Recorded File
Playing Recorded Files with a PC
1. Insert the SD card into the SD card adaptor. Then insert the adaptor (with
the SD card inserted) into the SD card reader.
2. Connect the SD card reader to the PC.
3. Double-click the “BlackVue.exe” file in the “Applications” folder of the SD
card. The BlackVue software will be launched.
4. Tap on a video clip to play it.
NFor PC video player, you have to install H.264 video codec and AAC audio
codec for normal playback.
NWhen you play the files on a PC, using BlackVue software is recommended.
( See page 17)

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BlackVue Software Running BlackVue Software
When playing a BlackVue recording file on a PC, use the BlackVue player
software.
BlackVue software enables convenient playing and management of BlackVue
recording files.
NYou can use the BlackVue player directly without installing the program.
1. Insert the SD card into the SD card adaptor. Then insert the adaptor (with
the SD card inserted) into the SD card reader.
2. Connect the SD card reader to the PC.
3. Double-click the “BlackVue.exe” file in the “Application” folder of the SD
card. BlackVue software runs.
NTo install the BlackVue software onto the PC, refer to page 28.

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BlackVue Software The Screen Organization
Types of Recorded Files
: Indicates a Normal Recording file. This is shown in green in the timeline.
: Indicates an Event Recording file. This is shown in amber in the timeline.
: Indicates a Parking Recording file. This is shown in blue in the timeline.
Play Control Buttons
: Plays the selected file.
: Stops the selected file.
: Pauses the selected file.
/ : Moves forward/backward by one frame.
/ : Plays the previous/next file.
Playing
Screen
View
G-Sensor
View
GPS Information
Window
Zoom In/Out
(Adjust using the
mouse’s scroll wheel)
Recorded
Date
MyWay Viewer
( See page 21) /
Save Image /
Save Video /
Print / Set-up
File List / Map
BlackVue
Version information
Timeline
1 Display Calibration / Flip / Overlay /
Date·time display button ( See page 20)
2 Play Control buttons
3 Control the Playing Speed /
Control the Volume
4 Play Time