Pittasoft BLACKVUE LCD User manual
Name |Car Dashcam
Manufacturer |Pittasoft Co.,Ltd. / Korea
Address |(Gasan-dong, BYC HIGHCITY), A-7th floor, 131, Gasan digital 1-ro, Geumcheon-gu, Seoul,
153-718, Republic of Korea
Sales Headquater |Tel: +82-2-6947-4670(#3) |Fax: +82-2-6947-4699
| e-mail: [email protected]
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Table of Contents
Introduction to the Manual 4
Getting Started Cautions for Safety 5
Checks for the External GPS 8
Checks for the microSD Card 8
Management During Summer Season 9
Product Features 9
Package Components 10
Name of Each Part 11
Attach & Detach the Mounting Holder
of the Front View Camera 13
Attach & Detach the Mounting Holder
of the Rear View Camera 13
Install the BlackVue Checking Installation Position 14
Insert & Remove the microSD Card 15
Installation 16
Video Recording Normal Recording 18
Parking Recording 18
Event Recording 19
Emergency Recording 19
SimpleVideo Playback Playback in BlackVue 20
Playback Using a microSD Card 21
Playback Using the BlackVue App 23
Using the BlackVue Switch to Live View 25
Settings 25
Using the BlackVue Screen Description 31
Viewer Video Playback 33
Settings 39
Firmware Upgrade 44
Product Specifications Product Specications 45
& Standards LED Indicators 47
Recording Time 48
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Introduction to the Manual
Thank you for purchasing this product manufactured by Pittasoft Co., Ltd.
This document contains information on how to operate this product. Before using the product, make sure to read through this document so as to use the product properly. In
order to enhance the performance of the product, the contents of this document may be changed without prior notice.
Copyright & Trademark
yThis document is protected by the Copyright Act, and legal protection is
guaranteed to all rights.
yIt is prohibited to reproduce, copy, modify, or translate this document without
permission.
yBlackVue is a registered trademark of Pittasoft Co., Ltd.
Pittasoft Co., Ltd. reserves the rights regarding all works related to the BlackVue
brand such as product design, trademarks, and product-promotional images. It
is prohibited to reproduce, copy, or use related works without the permission of
Pittasoft Co., Ltd. Any violation may be penalized in accordance with the relevant
regulations.
Warranty & Support
yThis product records and saves videos on vehicle accidents; however, it is not
guaranteed to record all accidents. Accidents with a light impact that is not
enough to activate the impact detection sensor may not be recorded.
yIn accordance with Personal Information Security Law & related acts, Pittasoft
Co., Ltd. is not accountable for any issues or problems due to the illegal use of
this product.
yA video recorded by this product constitutes the secondary data that may
help to determine the circumstances of an accident. Pittasoft Co., Ltd. is not
accountable for any loss or damage caused by an accident.
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Getting Started Cautions for Safety
The purpose of these cautions is to maintain user safety and to avoid damage to property. Please make sure to read through this document so as to use the product properly.
Danger Death or property damage can be caused for users if the following directions are not followed:
yDo not use a damaged or altered power cord. Use the cords provided by the
manufacturer.
Otherwise, it can cause an explosion, re, or malfunction.
yDo not operate this product with wet hands.
It can cause an electric shock.
yDo not install it in a place with high humidity, or combustible gases or
liquids.
It can cause an explosion and re.
yDo not disassemble, repair, or alter the product yourself.
It can cause re, an electric shock, or malfunction. For internal inspection and
repair, call your customer service center.
yIf any foreign matter gets inside the product, detach the power cord right
away.
Call the customer service center 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.
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Warning Death or serious injury can be caused for users if the following directions are not followed:
yUse the correct input voltage.
Otherwise, it can cause an explosion, re, or malfunction.
yConnect the power cord rmly so that it cannot easily be disconnected.
Otherwise, it can cause re.
yDo not cover the product with cloth or blanket.
It can cause the external deformation of the product or re. Use the product and
peripherals in a place where ventilation is ensured.
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, an electric shock, or malfunction.
yIf smoke or an unsual smell is emitted from the power cord, detach it
immediately.
Call the customer service center or the reseller.
yKeep the terminal of the power cord clean.
A dirty terminal can cause excessive heat and re.
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Caution Injury or property damage can be caused for users if the following directions are not followed:
ySince microSD cards are consumables, replace them with new ones after
prolonged use.
If a microSD card is used for a long period of time, a video may not be properly
recorded. Thus, check regularly if recording is being properly done. If not, replace
the card with a new one.
yClean the lens on a regular basis.
If the lens is not clean, it may aect recording.
yWhile data are being saved into the microSD card or the card is reading
data, do not detach the card.
The data may be damaged or malfunction caused.
yIt is recommended to install this product at the installation spot. The
installation spot can be checked from the website of BlackVue (www.
blackvue.com).
yWhen this product does not need to be used for a long period of time, it is
recommended to detach the power cord.
yDo not press the LCD screen with a sharp or pointed object.
yDo not press the LCD screen too rmly.
yRisk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used
batteries according to the instructions.
yDo not spray a detergent directly onto the exterior of this product.
It can discolor or have a crack. Also, the product can have an error.
yIf the product is used outside the optimal temperature range (0C ~ 60C),
performance can degrade or malfunction can be caused.
yCheck if this product has been properly installed.
The product can have malfunction by being dropped due to vibration, or you can be
injured.
yWhile entering or exiting a tunnel, at a daytime in the face of bright
sunlight, or at dark night with no light, the quality of a recorded video can
deteriorate.
yIf the product is damaged or the power supply is cut due to an accident, a
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.
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Checks for the External GPS
Even if the GPS isn’t working the video is recorded, but position coordinates and
driving speed are not recorded. When used for the rst time, or when the product
is not used for three consecutive days, it will take some time for GPS to find the
current position.
If the recorded video is checked using a viewer program, or the BlackVue
application, and an error occurs with the GPS time, it is recommended to turn on
and o the power after a GPS signal is received.
Comply with the following for an uninterrupted GPS signal:
yDo not have the windshield glass tinted with a metallic component.
yBe careful with the installation of devices that may interfere with GPS reception
(e.g. some wireless starters & alarms and MP3/CD players).
yDo not use the product simultaneously with other devices that use GPS signals.
yCloudy weather can interfere with GPS reception.
yGPS reception can be poor when driving under overpasses or in tunnels,
underpasses, streets with skyscrapers or high rise buildings, generating stations,
military bases, or broadcasting transmitters, etc
Checks for the microSD Card
Refer to the following for trouble-free use of microSD card:
yIt is recommended to format it on a weekly basis.
yIf the recorded video breaks up, format the microSD card.
yIn order to ensure the reliable use of the card, format the card by using the
official program recommended by the SD Card Association. For detailed
information, see the website of BlackVue (www.blackvue.com).
yBefore formatting it, copy important les to other storage media.
yThe microSD card can be formatted in BlackVue without connection to a PC.
(Page 30)
yInsert the formatted microSD card into the product. Then, the microSD card will
be automatically initialized and the rmware installed on it.
yInsert or remove the microSD card only when the product is turned o.
yMicroSD cards are consumables, and warranted for six months.
yIf a microSD of another company is used, a compatibility issue may occur.
Therefore, you must use the original microSD card from Pittasoft Co., Ltd.
yIf Power Magic Pro, a continuous power supply unit, is used, the microSD
may not be able to be used for a long period of time.
yIf a 64GB microSD card needs to be used, format it using BlackVue Viewer and
insert it into the product. (Page 31)
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Management During Summer Season
yPark in a shady place or an indoor parking lot.
yIf an outdoor parking lot is used, park away from direct sunlight. Also, open the
window by 1 or 2 cm.
yIf the product is exposed to direct sunlight, cool the product down for a specic
amount of time before use.
yDuring summer, the temperature inside the vehicle may rise to 80°C-90°C due to
sunlight. Keep the inside of the vehicle at an appropriate temperature.
Product Features
Full High Denition and Smooth Image
This product allows you to record front view, at full high denition
and rear view high denition videos, to ensure smooth images.
Real-Time Image Check Due to Touch LCD
This product enables the PIP feature, which allows you to easily
operate, using the 4.0” touch LCD; and view front and rear view
screens simultaneously.
Automatic Power-O at High Temperature
Due to the built temperature detection sensor, once the black
box reaches a high temperature, automatic power supply will be
suspended to protect the product.
Prevention of Electric Drainage in Batteries for the Vehicle
Once the power is below the current value set in the product,
automatically power supply will be stopped to prevent the batteries
for the vehicle from drainage.
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SONY EXMOR CMOS Sensor
Due to the SONY image sensor that ensures excellent image quality,
clearer identication is ensured during the day and night
Coaxial Cable For Excellent Data Transfer
For reliable data transfer, high quality coaxial cables are used to
prevent missing data and data loss.
High Denition Wide-Angle Lens
Using a high denition wide-angle lens, accidents can be accurately
recorded.
Premium Design
BlackVue is designed with stylish and sophisticated premium micro-
patterns.
Diverse Recording Modes
Four diverse recording modes according to user convenience (e.g.
Emergency/Normal/Event/Parking)
Package Components
Front View Camera Manual
Power Cable Cable Clips (8 EA)
microSD Card Reader Rear View Camera
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Double-Sided Tape
for the Mounting Holder
microSD Card
(BlackVue Viewer and User Guide
Included)
Rear View Camera Connection Cable
Note
yPictures of the components may dier from the actual.
yTo enhance the performance of the product, the components may be
changed without prior notice.
yThe additional package components and parts sold separately can be
purchased from the website of BlackVue (www.blackvue.com).
Name of Each Part
Front View Camera
Mounting Holder
Camera Angle Control Bolt
Camera Lens
DC in (Power Terminal)
V in
(Terminal for
Connecting to the
Rear View Camera)
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GPS
(External GPS Terminal)
LCD Screen
microSD Card Slot
Mounting Holder
Detachment Button
Wi-Fi LED
GPS LED
REC LED
Power Button
• Pressing Short: Starts and stops voice recording.
• Pressing Long: Turns on or o the power.
Note
yThe external GPS is sold separately.
Rear View Camera
Mounting Holder Camera Lens
V out
(Terminal for
Connecting to
the Front View
Camera)
Rear Security LED
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Attach & Detach the Mounting Holder of the Front
View Camera
1
Press the mounting holder detachment button and pull the front view
camera.
2
Push the front view camera into the mounting holder to assemble the
mounting holder to front view camera.
Attach & Detach the Mounting Holder of the Rear
View Camera
1
Hold the mounting holder, and pull the rear view camera.
2
In order to assemble the mounting holder of the rear view camera, push the
rear view camera into the mounting holder until a clicking sound occurs.
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Install the BlackVue Checking Installation Position
1
It is recommended to install the front view camera next to the room mirror.
Clean any foreign substances and moisture from the place where the prod-
uct will be installed with a dry cloth.
2
It is recommended to install the rear view camera at the higher part of the
back window.
Note
yDo not install the product where it can interfere with the driver's vision.
yIt is recommended to install the product at the spot specied.
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Insert & Remove the microSD Card
1
Insert the microSD card into the microSD card slot, of the front view camera,
in the direction as shown in the gure below:
2
In order to detach the microSD card, gently push the center of the microSD
card with your thumb and pull out the card. Make sure that the microSD
card does not spring out when detaching the card.
Caution
yDo not remove the microSD card while it is saving or reading data. This
may cause data damaged or malfunction.
yCopy important data to other storage medias. Pittasoft Co., Ltd. is not
accountable for data loss resulting from carelessness.
Note
yInsert or remove the microSD card only when the product is turned o.
yMicroSD cards are consumables. Replace them with new ones after
prolonged use.
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Installation
1
In a bright and safe place, stop the vehicle engine and pull out the vehicle
key.
2
Attach the front view camera on the vehicle windshield glass with double-
sided tape.
3
Attach the lens of the rear view camera on the vehicle’s back window with
double-sided tape, so that the lens can also be placed at the center of the
vehicle.
4
Connect the V in terminal of the front view camera to the V out terminal
of the rear view camera by using the cable for connecting to the rear view
camera.
5
Use the power cable to connect the DC in of the front camera to car’s power
socket.
Note
yIt is necessary to use Power Magic (the Battery Discharge Prevention
Device) to record video while the car is parked.
yTo use BlackVue with other equipment that uses a power cable, purchase
and use a dual power outlet adaptor.
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Organize the cables, using the cable clip, to prevent the driver's vision from
being interrupted.
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Start-up of the vehicle, then check if the product is properly operating.
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Adjust the camera angle to view the LCD screen. Slightly unfasten the cam-
era angle control bolt to adjust the angle; then fasten the bolt. Even if the
prop is detached, the camera angle can be maintained. Thus, the camera
can be installed at the same lens angle as before.
Caution
yDo not remove the microSD card while it is saving or reading data. This
may cause data damaged or malfunction.
yIf BlackVue is used for the rst time, set time in Settings rst. (Page 29)
Note
yAfter a test drive, check if the video has been properly recorded.
yThe recorded video is saved in MP4 format.
PLEASE CONNECT REAR CAMERA FIRST BEFORE CONNECT THE POWER
CORD ON FRONT CAMERA.
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Video Recording Normal Recording
1
Once you start the vehicle engine, the BlackVue will automatically power
on.
2
When the BlackVue is powered on, the normal recording will automatically
start. The video can be checked from the LCD screen.
Parking Recording
1
When in normal recording mode, if the vehicle does not move for five
minutes or longer, the mode will automatically switch to parking recording
mode.
2
In parking recording mode, if camera motion or vehicle impact is detected,
event recording will start.
Note
yIf a le is recorded in parking recording mode, a message will appear on
the LCD screen when the mode switches to normal recording mode.
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Event Recording
1
During normal recording mode or parking recording mode, if an impact to
the vehicle is detected, event recording will start. 10 seconds before impact
to the vehicle will also be recorded.
Note
yThe degree of sensitivity, which impact detection sensitivity, can be set
in Settings. (Page 29)
Emergency Recording
1
Press the on the LCD screen to record the desired image. The
recorded le will be saved in the form of an event recording le.
Note
yUp to ten emergency recorded les can be saved. If more than ten les
are recorded, the older les will be deleted in chronological order.
yThe emergency recording file can be recorded depending on the file
unit setting. (Page 27)
yThe emergency recording cannot be interrupted during recording.
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Simple Video Playback Playback in BlackVue
You can directly check recorded videos from the LCD screen.
1
Press on the LCD screen. A list of recorded videos will appear.
2
From the list, select the recorded video you want to play back.
Note
yWhen playing back a video, a video recording cannot be made using
BlackVue.
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