Pittasoft BlackVue DR3500-FHD User manual

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Table of Contents
Introduction to the Manual
4
Getting Started
5 Cautions for Safety
8 Checks for External GPS
8 Checks for the microSD Card
9 Product Features
10 Package Components
11 Names of Each Part
12 How to Attach & Detach the
Mounting Bracket
How to Install the BlackVue
13 Checking Installation Position
13 How to Insert & Remove the
microSD Card
14 Installation
Video Recording
16 Normal Recording
16 Parking Mode Recording
17 Event Recording
Simple Video Playback
18 How to Playback using a microSD
Card
How to use the BlackVue
20 Installation & Execution
Software
22 Screen Description
24 Video Playback
31 Conguration
Firmware Upgrade
36
Product Specications
37 Product Specications
& Standards
38 LED Indicators
39 Recording Time

4
Introduction to the Manual
Thank you for purchasing a BlackVue by Pittasoft Co., Ltd.
This instruction manual contains information on how to operate your BlackVue.
Before using the product, make sure to read through this manual so as to use
the product in the correct way.
To enhance the performance of the product, the contents of this instruction
manual may be changed without prior notice.
Warranty & Support
yThis product records and saves videos of vehicle accidents, but it is not
guaranteed to record all accidents. Accidents with light impact that is not
enough to activate the impact detection sensor may not be recorded.
yIn accordance with Personal Information Security Law & related legislation,
Pittasoft Co., Ltd. will not be held responsible for any problem due to illegal
use of this product.
yThe recorded video produced by this product constitutes the secondary
data that may help to determine the circumstances of an accident. Pittasoft
Co., Ltd. will not be held responsible for any loss or damage caused by any
accident.
Copyright & Trademark
yThis instruction manual is protected by Copyright Law, and all rights to it
are protected by law.
yIt is prohibited to reproduce, copy, modify, or translate this instruction
manual without permission.
yBlackVue is the registered trademark of Pittasoft Co., Ltd.
Pittasoft Co., Ltd. reserves the rights regarding all works related to the Black-
Vue brand such as product design, trademarks, and product-promotional
videos. It is prohibited to reproduce, copy, modify, or use related works
without permission. Any violation may be penalized in accordance with the
relevant regulations.
Caution
yA formatted microSD card is provided when you purchase the prod-
uct. Insert the microSD card into BlackVue, and turn on the power.
The microSD card will be initialized, and programs such as BlackVue
Viewer will be installed.

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Getting Started
Cautions for Safety
The purpose of these cautions is to maintain user safety and avoid damage to
property.
Please make sure to read through this manual so as to use the product in the
correct way.
DANGER Death or property damage can be caused for users if
the following directions are not followed:
yDo not disassemble, repair, or modify the product yourself.
It can cause re, electric shock, or malfunction. For internal inspection and
repair, call the sales headquater.
yIf any foreign matter gets inside the product, detach the power cord
straightaway.
Call the sales headquater for repair.
yDo not operate the product while driving.
It can cause an accident. Stop or park your car in a safe place to operate it.
yDo not install the product where it can interfere with the driver's vision.
It can cause an accident.
yDo not use a damaged or modied power cord. Use the cords provided
by the manufacturer.
Otherwise it can cause explosion, re, or malfunction.
yDo not operate the product with wet hands.
It can cause electric shock.
yDo not install it in an environment with high humidity, or combustible
gases or liquids.
It can cause explosion & re.

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WARNING Death or serious injury can be caused for users if the
following directions are not followed:
yDo not leave the product where infants, children, or pets can reach it.
They might swallow small components, or their saliva could get into it and
cause an explosion due to a short circuit.
yWhile cleaning the inside of the car, do not spray water or wax directly
onto the product.
It can cause re, electric shock, or malfunction.
yIf smoke or an unsual smell is emitted from the power cord, detach it
immediately.
Call the sales headquater or the dealer.
yKeep the terminal of the power cord clean.
A dirty terminal can cause excessive heat and re.
yUse the correct input voltage.
Otherwise it can cause explosion, re, or malfunction.
yConnect the power cord rmly so that it cannot easily be disconnected.
Othersise it can cause re.
yDo not cover the product with any material.
It can cause external deformation of the product or re. Use the product
and peripherals where ventilation is ensured.

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CAUTION Injury or property damage can be caused for users if
the following directions are not followed:
yDo not spray cleaning products directly onto the outside of the prod-
uct.
It can cause discoloration, cracks, or malfunction.
yIf the product is used outside the optimal temperature range (0°C ~
60°C), performance can decline or malfunction can be caused.
yMake sure that the product is installed properly.
The product can fall as a result of vibration, and may cause physical injury.
yWhile entering or exiting a tunnel, during daytime in the face of bright
sunlight, or at night with no light, the quality of recorded video can
deteriorate.
yIf the product is damaged or the power supply is cut due to an accident,
video may not be recorded.
yExcessively tinted windshield glass can distort the recorded video or
cause it to be indistinct.
yProlonged use of the product can increase the interior temperature
and cause burns.
ymicroSD cards are a consumable so replace them after prolonged use.
They may not record video correctly after a long time in use, so check their
recording capability periodically and replace it as necessary.
yClean the lens regularly.
Foreign material attached to the lens can aect the recording quality.
yDo not remove the microSD card while it is saving or reading data.
The data can be damaged or malfunction caused.

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Checks for External GPS
Even if the GPS isn't working, video is recorded, but position coordinates and
driving speed are not recorded. When used for the rst time, or when the prod-
uct is not used for 3 consecutive days, it will take some time for the GPS to nd
the current position.
If there is an error with the GPS time when checking recorded video with a
viewer program or the BlackVue application, turn the GPS o and on after a
signal is received.
Make sure to observe the following for an uninterrupted GPS signal.
yDo not place any objects on the GPS.
yDo not have the windshield glass tinted with a metallic component.
yBe careful with the installation of devices that may interfere with GPS recep-
tion (e.g. some wireless starters & alarms and MP3/CD players).
yDo not use it simultaneously with other devices that use GPS signal.
yCloudy weather can interfere with GPS reception.
yGPS reception can be poor in tunnels, underpasses, or streets with may
Skyscrapers or high rise buildings, and generating stations, military bases,
or broadcasting transmitters etc.
Checks for the microSD Card
Refer to the followings for trouble-free use of your microSD card.
yIt is recommended to format it once a week.
yIf the recorded video suers from break-up, format the microSD card.
yFor stable function, format it with programs recommended by the SD card as-
sociation. For more details, refer to the BlackVue website (www.blackvue.com).
yBefore formatting it, copy important les to other storage media to store
them.
yInsert the formatted microSD card into the product so that the microSD
card is automatically initialized and the rmware is installed on it.
yInsert or remove the microSD card only when the product is turned o.
ymicroSD cards are a consumables and they are guaranteed for 6 months.
yOther manufacturer's microSD cards can cause compatibility problems so it
is recommended to use a Pittasoft microSD card.
yThe use of the Power Magic (the Battery Discharge Prevention Device)
can shorten the microSD card lifespan.

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Product Features
Q
Ultra-high quality and smooth video
Full HD (1920x1080) 30-frame ultra-high quality video
High-class design with functionality
Simple, luxurious design in matt black
Megapixel lens & CMOS sensor
Clearer vision with high-resolution megapixel lens during both
day/night-time driving

High-quality wide-angle lens (120°)
Maximized viewing angle to record accurate video of any acci-
dent
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Diverse recording options (Normal/Event/Parking)
Event recording and automatic conversion & deactivation of
parking mode
High-compression recording mode to extend SD-card life
Ecient memory usage with high-compression storage method
Support of viewer programs for Windows PC and Mac
BlackVue software with convenient congurations such as resolu-
tion change, voice direction, and parking mode

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Package Components
BlackVue Manual
Power Cord Cable Clips (5 EA)
Double-sided Tape for the Mounting
Bracket
microSD Card
(Including BlackVue Software)
microSD Card Reader
Note
yPictures of the components may dier from the actual ones.
yTo enhance the performance of the product, components may be
changed without prior notice.
yThe package components and accessories can be purchased sepa-
rately from the BlackVue homepage (www.blackvue.com).

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Names of Each Part
Camera Lens
Mounting Bracket
LOCK Button
microSD Card Slot
Function Button
(Press: MIC On/O,
Press and hold: Format the microSD card)
Power Socket
External GPS IN
Speaker
GPS LED
REC LED

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How to Attach & Detach the Mounting Bracket
1Pull the unit out of the mounting bracket with the LOCK button pressed.
2Insert the unit into the mounting bracket until you hear clicking sound,
to attach it.

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How to Install the BlackVue
Checking Installation Position
1It is recommended to install it at the back of rear view mirror. Clean any
foreign matter and moisture from the place where the product will be
installed.
Note
yDo not install the product where it can interfere with the driver's vi-
sion.
yIt is recommended to install the product at the designated BlackVue
installation center.
How to Insert & Remove the microSD Card
1Insert the microSD card into the microSD card slot, as shown in the pic-
ture.
2To remove the microSD card, press the microSD card once and then pull
it out. Make sure that the microSD card doesn't pop out while trying to
remove it.

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Caution
yDo not remove the microSD card while it is saving or reading data.
The data may be damaged or malfunction caused.
yCopy important data to other storage media to store. Pittasoft Co.,
Ltd. will not be held responsible for data loss due to user negligence.
Note
yInsert or remove the microSD card only when the product is turned
o.
ymicroSD cards are consumables. Replace them after prolonged use.
Installation
1Stop the engine where there is some light and in a safe place, and then
remove the key.
2Attach the product to the windshield glass with the double-sided tape.
Set the camera lens to point directly forwards to the center when install-
ing it.
3Use the power cord to connect the DC IN of the product to car's power
socket.
Note
yIt is recommended to use Power Magic (the Battery Discharge Pre-
vention Device) to record video while the car is parked.
yTo use the BlackVue at the same time as other equipment, purchase
and use a two-way adaptor.

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4Use the cable clip to organize the power cord so that it doesn't interfere
with the driver's vision.
5Adjust the lens angle of the camera.
6Start the engine and check if the product works properly.
Caution
yDo not remove the microSD card while it is saving or reading data.
The data may be damaged or malfunction caused.
ySet the time (time zone) when you use BlackVue for the rst time.
(31 page)
Note
yAfter a test drive, check if video was correctly recorded.
yRecorded video is saved in the MP4 format.

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Video Recording
Normal Recording
1 When the engine is started, the BlackVue is turned on automatically.
2When the BlackVue is turned on, normal recording is automatically
started.
Note
yIf Power Magic (the Battery Discharge Prevention Device) is con-
nected, the BlackVue is not turned o.
yThe normal recording function can be disabled in the BlackVue soft-
ware conguration. (31 page)
Parking Mode Recording
1If the car doesn't move for 10 min or longer when in normal mode, it is
automatically converted to parking mode recording.
2In parking mode recording, if movement or impact is detected by the
camera, video is recorded.
Note
yTo use parking mode recording while the engine is stopped, con-
nect Power Magic (the Battery Discharge Prevention Device).
yAutomatic conversion function of parking mode recording can be
disabled in the BlackVue software conguration. (31 page)

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Event Recording
1If an impact is detected in normal or parking mode recording, event
recording is started.
2It records video for 5 seconds before and 55 seconds after the impact.
Note
ySensitivity to impact can be adjusted in the BlackVue software con-
guration. (33 page)
yEvent recording time can be adjusted in the BlackVue software
configuration. (31 page) If you set the event recording time for 2
minute, it records video for 5 seconds before and 115 seconds after
the impact.

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Simple Video Playback
How to Playback using a microSD Card
Playback Using a Smartphone
With a smartphone that supports microSD cards video can be played back.
1Turn o the BlackVue and remove the microSD card.
Note
yFor the details on how to remove the microSD card, refer to How to
Insert & Remove the microSD Card. (13 page)
2Insert the microSD card into the smartphone.
3
Open an application to play back recorded videos and select the
movie you want to play back.
Note
yHow to play back recorded videos may dier between smartphones,
so refer to your instruction manual for the details.
yIf there are many recorded videos in the microSD card, it may take a
long time to load the le.
ySome smartphones don't support full HD video playback. For smart-
phones that support full HD video playback, refer to the BlackVue
website (www.blackvue.com).

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How to Playback using a PC
Recorded videos can be played back with a PC.
1Insert the provided microSD card into a microSD card reader.
2Connect the microSD card reader to the PC.
3Open an application to play back recorded videos and select the movie
you want to play back from the removable drive.
Note
yWhen trying to play back a recorded video with a movie playback
program on a PC, install the H.264 and AAC audio codecs.
yFor how to play back using the BlackVue software, refer to Video
Playback. (24 page)

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How to use the BlackVue Software
Installation & Execution
How to Install
Dedicated BlackVue software can be installed in a PC.
1Insert the provided microSD card into a microSD card reader.
2Connect the microSD card reader to the PC.
3Execute the 'BlackVueSetup(HD).exe' file in the 'BlackVue\Software'
folder.
4Install the program according the installation program instruction. When
the installation is nished, the BlackVue software icon is displayed on the
desktop.
5Double-click the icon to execute the program.
Note
yOnly the English version of BlackVue software is available for Mac,
and the functions & screen may be different from the BlackVue
software for Windows.