Prestigio RoadRunner555 User manual

Car Video Recorder
RoadRunner555
UserManual
Version1.0
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About this user manual
This user manual is specially designed to detail the device’s functions and features.
- Please read this manual before using the device to ensure safe and proper use.
- Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings.
- Prestigio continuously strives to improve its products. Due to software upgrading, some
contents in this user manual may be different from your product. Prestigio reserves the rights
to revise this user manual or withdraw it at any time without prior notice. Please take your
product as standard.
Conventions used in this manual
In this user manual, we use the following symbols to indicate useful and important information:
Caution: provides safety precaution and important information.
Note: gives additional information.
Tips: usage tips.
> The order of options or menus you must select to perform a step.
© Copyright 2015 Prestigio. All rights reserved.

Contents
1. Unboxing .......................................................................................................................1
Inside your package ................................................................................................................ 1
Deviceoverview ...................................................................................................................... 1
2. Gettingstarted ...............................................................................................................2
Insert a microSD card .............................................................................................................. 2
Install the suction mount ........................................................................................................ 2
Charge the battery .................................................................................................................. 2
3. Settings ..........................................................................................................................3
Video settings ......................................................................................................................... 3
Picture settings ........................................................................................................................ 3
General settings ...................................................................................................................... 3
4. Recording .......................................................................................................................4
Record a video ........................................................................................................................ 4
Take a picture .......................................................................................................................... 4
5. File management ............................................................................................................5
Browse files ............................................................................................................................. 5
Delete a file ............................................................................................................................. 5
Lock and unlock a file .............................................................................................................. 5
6. Playback ........................................................................................................................5
Play video on DVR ................................................................................................................... 5
Playback on PC ........................................................................................................................ 5
7. Specifications .................................................................................................................6

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1. Unboxing
Inside your package 1
•Car video recorder •Car charger
•Suction mount •Charging cable
•Warranty card •Quick start guide
Device overview
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Micro USB port
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Mode button
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Micphone
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Up button
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Record/Playback/OKbutton
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Down button
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Reset button
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Power button/Menu button
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SD card slot
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HD-port

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2. Gettingstarted
Insert a microSD card
Before starting video recording, please insert a microSD card (not included) into
the slot until it locks in place.
The device will automatically recognize it as default storage and all the data will be saved
on this card.
Install the suction mount
1. Match the mounting slots of the device and the suction mount, and push the suction mount
until it locks in place.
2. Remove the protection plastic film from the suction cup, and position the device on the clean
windshield or dashboard.
3. Hold firmly against the surface and twist the lock knob. The mount will suction and stick firmly
onto the surface.
Charge the battery
Before using the device for the first time, please fully charge the Li-ion battery. The battery will be
completely charged in 2-3 hours.
•Using the car charger: charge the device through cigarette lighter. The device will start charging
after the car engine is turned on.
•Using micro USB cable: connect the device to AC 5V adapter or the USB port of a computer/
laptop.

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3. Settings
Before recording, you can set up the device according to your requirements.
- In video/picture preview mode, press [ ] to enter video/picture settings.
- In setting list, use [ ]/[ ] to navigate the menu, press [REC] to confirm the
selection, and [ ] to exit.
Video settings
•Resolution: Select the resolution of recorded video: 1080FHD / 1920x1080.
•Seamless: Set the video duration (1, 3, 5 minutes or off) for loop recording. When the microSD
card is full, the device will delete the oldest unlocked video file automatically.
•Motion detection: Turn on or off motion detection. If there is any motion detected while the car
engine is stopped, your car DVR will start recording automatically.
•Automatic video recording upon start on: Set the DVR to start recording when power on.
•Video recording upon turn on: Select a time span for the DVR to power on when the car engine
starts.
•Video recording upon turn off: Select a time span for the DVR to power off when the car engine
stops.
•Time lapse: Off/1 sec/3 sec/5 sec.
•Video stamp: Add date, car number, logo stamp onto videos.
Picture settings
•Photo Quality Set the quality of photos: super fine, fine, or normal.
•Self-capture: Turn it off or on.
•Sequence Capture: Take 3 photos in quick succession.
•Continuous Shooting: Take photos continuously.
•Self-timer: Set to 5 seconds, or 10 seconds.
•Date Plate: Add date stamp onto photos.
General settings
•Language: Choose your language.
•Format: Format the memory card.
Formatting will erase all your stored data. Back up your data before proceeding.
•Date: Use up or down key to change the digits and press [REC] to go to next item.
•TV out: NTSC/PAL.
•Sound recording: Select to turn on or off the microphone, and adjust the volume.
•Auto LCD off Time: Set the time for automatic LCD off when the device is not in use, press any
button to wake up.
•Saving Power:Set automatic power off when the device is not in use.
•Exposure: Set exposure value to determine how much light the camera’s sensor receives. For
lowlight situations, use a higher exposure.
•Light frequency: For a given luminance, the frequency of light fluctuation that evokes a
sensation of flicker. Set a right flickering frequency to avoid horizontal stripe interference.
•Sharpness: Set pictures/videos sharpness.
•Car number set: Set the car plate/registration number if necessary.
•Stamp: Add information stamp to videos/photos.
•White Balance: Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life color range. It
is for specific lighting situations.
•EV compensation: If the light is dim, increase the exposure value in order to make the picture
clear.

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•Time zone Settings: Set local time zone.
•G-sensor: Select the sensitivity of the G-sensor. The smaller the number is, the higher the
sensitivity is. When reaching the sensitive value (such as collision), the recording file will be
automatically protected.
•Factory reset: Restore to factory setting.
•System info: Firmware version.
•Card info: Info about SD card.
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4. Recording
Record a video
Auto video recording
Connect the device to car charger, when the car engine launches, the device will automatically
turn on and start loop video recording. When shut off the car engine, the device will save the last
file and turn off.
Manual video recording
In preview mode, press [REC] button to start and stop video recording.
Record the sound
In preview mode or recording mode, press [ ] to turn on or off the sound.
Lock a recording video
During recording, press [MODE] to lock or unlock the video.
Take a picture
•Press [MODE] to select the picture mode, and then press [REC] to take photos.

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5. Filemanagement
You can manage your videos and pictures in playback mode.
Browse files
1. In preview mode, press [MODE] two times to enter the playback mode.
2. Press [ ]/[ ] to scroll through the files.
Delete a file
Press [ ] to delete one file or all the files, and press [REC] to confirm the deletion.
To delete a protected file, remove the protection first.
Lock and unlock a file
Press [MODE] to protect or unprotect the selected file or all.
6. Playback 6
Play video on DVR
1. In playback mode, press [ ]/[ ] to scroll through the files.
2. Press [REC] to start playback.
3. Press [ ]/[ ] to play backward or forward.
Playback on PC
Remove memory card from DVR and insert it into computer’s card reader.
DVR’s USB port is for charging purpose only.

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7. Specifications
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Display 3.0", 960 x 240 pixels
Processor SPCA6330A
Image sensor 3 MP Aptina 0330 CMOS Sensor
View angle 156°
Video resolution 1920x1080 (30 fps)
Video codec MP4 (H.264)
Picture format JPEG
Memory Up to 64 GB (microSD Class 6 or above, SD/SDHC)
Microphone Built-in
Motion Detection Yes
Power source Built-in battery, car charger
Interfaces HD-port, Micro USB 2.0 (for charging only)
G-Sensor Yes
Operating temperature 0 °C ~ 45°C
Dimension 91 x 54.4 x 30.5 mm (H x W x D)
Weight 108.5 g