Q-See QPEN16 User manual

Life in Focus
WELCOME.
A GUIDE TO YOUR QPEN16 COMPACT DVR CAMERA PEN
Life in Focus

INTRODUCTION:
Thank you for your purchase of the Q-See QPEN16 compact DVR camera pen.
This versatile tool is built around an ultra-mini camera which combines 4 Megapixel still
photography and a 720p resolution for real-time video in a compact and a discrete package.
It also includes a Stylus which adds to the convenience of users.
It stores nearly 14,000 pictures or 1.5 hours of video on the internal 16GB memory. You can
view or save your files on any PC with a USB port. The pen can be recharged with the included
charger or from a computer’s USB port. The ease of use, small size and elegant design make
this a valuable tool for security personnel, business people, students, tourists and others.
Q-See QPEN16
Compact DVR Camera Pen

REGISTRATION: PARTS & COMPONENTS:
The first step to this exciting journey is to
register your device on the Q-See Support
Portal at www.q-see.com/register. Registering
your device will allow you to enjoy the
following features:
You will receive regular updates about
the latest firmware version of your camera.
Registering your product will streamline
warranty claims and support requests by
syncing your registered product with
your account.
You will be able to receive tailored
support for your device.
You can easily find other Q-See products
that are compatible with your device.
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PARTS
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COMPONENTS
POWER
ADAPTER
3 REPLACEMENT
STYLUS PEN TIPS
QPEN16 USB CABLE
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INK CARTRIDGES
SOFTWARE AND
MANUAL MINI-CD
OPERATION
BUTTON
USB PLUG
Ball-point pen +
Stylus
MICROPHONE
(Behind Pocket Clip)
CAMERA LENS
MODE SWITCH
Left = Video
Right = Still Image
STATUS
INDICATOR
LIGHT
RESET
BUTTON

SPECIFICATIONS & QPEN TIPS: SETTING DATE & TIME:
•Video Format: AVI
•Video Encoding: M-JPEG
•Video Resolution: 1280x720
•Video Frame Rate: 30fps
•Picture Format: JPG
•Image Resolution
4 Megapixel: 2560x1440
•Image Aspect Ratio: 16:9
•Operating Systems:
- Windows ME/2000/XP/ Vista/7/8/10
- Apple Macintosh OSX 10.6 through 10.11
•Power Input: DC5V
•Interface Type: USB
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To ensure that yourcamera records the proper date andtime on the files, you should setthe time,
use the file which located in the pen disk “time.txt”, whenopen this file, you can see
YYYY-MM-DD & hour : minute :second, setthe time according to yourtime and save this file.
Your pen now is set to the proper date and time.
time.txt
QPEN TIPS
•When taking pictures, you will get the best results
if both you and your subject are relatively still.
•The camera should be at least one foot from your
subject when taking pictures.
•While recording video, you should try to keep the
camera steady and avoid rapid movements for
best video quality.
•You should not hold the pocket clip while taking
video in order to avoid blocking the microphone or lens.
•Twist the pen tip to use it as a pen instead of Stylus.
•Certain typesof screen protectors may reduce the
efficiency and effectivenessofthe stylus.
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OPERATION: IMAGE CAPTURE:
The pen features a high-capacity rechargeable lithium polymer battery. This form of battery does
not have a “memory” effect meaning that it can be recharged at any time without loss of capacity.
However, it is recommended that you fully charge the battery and then use the camera normally until
it is fully discharged before recharging. Cycling the battery in this manner for the first five times will
ensure maximum battery capacity and operation time.
When charging the battery – whether using the included charger, or plugged into an active USB port
– the status light will flash yellow/amber until the battery is fully charged. During the first few uses,
allow the pen to continue charging for an hour after the light stops flashing.
1. Move the mode switch to the right side (use the pen’s tip if needed).
2. Press the OperationButton3 seconds. The status indicator light will illuminate
amber and blue light, then turn amber toindicate that the penis ready to
take photo.
3. Pressonce on the operationbutton to take a picture the status indicatorlight
will darken to indicate that picture is being recorded. When it illuminates again,
the camera ready totake another picture.
4. To turn off the camera, press and hold the operation button until the status
indicator light goes off. The camera will automatically turn off after a few
minutes of inactivity.
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VIDEO RECORDING: PLAYBACK:
The images and videos can be accessed by inserting the USB plug into computer’s USB port. Open it as
you would any other drive or external USB flash memory device. The files are located in either the photo
(still photos) or Video (videos) folder. It is recommended that you save these files to your hard drive before
editing or playing back. Unwanted files can be removed from the drive through the normal means.
STILL IMAGES
Still images can be opened in Windows’ Image Viewer, Apple’s Preview and commonly available photo editing software.
VIDEO PLAYBACK
(This was an additional page in the original quick start leaflet) Because of the many different video playback programs
available and their constantly updating nature, we cannot provide a complete list of compatible software. Windows Media
Player will generally play the video files created by this pen depending on your particular configuration. We have included
the free KM Player software on the mini-CD which will open and play your videos on a Windows PC. You can install
the software from the disk or it is available online at http:// kmplayer.en.softonic.com. For both Mac and
PC computers, DivX Plus Player is available for free at DivX.com. It also offers good results.
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1. Move the Mold Switch to left position (use the pen’s tip if needed).
2. Press the Operation Button for 3 seconds, the status indicator light will
illuminate amber and blue light, then turn blue to indicate that the pen is ready
for recording.
3. Press the operation button once, the blue light will flash 3 times and will then
go off. It will now start recording. To stop recording, press button once which
will cause the blue light to be steady.
4. To turn off the camera, press and hold the operation Button until the Status
Indicator light goes off. To conserve energy, the camera will automatically turn
off after a few minutes of inactivity.

TROUBLESHOOTING: WARRANTY & SUPPORT:
Q-See is always here to answer your questions and take your valued suggestions. Our focus is providing
excellent customer support and always working to improve our customers’ experience.
This Q-See product includes a 1 year warranty.
For more information, please visit www.q-see.com for additional details.
Please do not hesitate to call us at 1-877-998-3440 Monday-Friday 6:00 AM – 7:00 PM PDT.
For 24/7 support and access to our Support Portal, visit us at www.q-see.com/support.
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When the camera’s memory is full, the Status Indicator light will alternately flash amber and blue
for five seconds. It will then save the current file and shut down. You must remove the files stored
on the memory to make space available to record further. When the battery has run out of power,
the Status Indicator light will flash amber for five seconds, you must recharge the battery as
appropriate. If the pen’s functions stop responding, use a suitable, NON-METALLIC tool to depress
the reset button or, inthe case of a steady amber light, simply allow the battery to drain and then
recharge.

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WARNINGS:
•Obey applicable laws. You are responsible for using this recorder in accordance with all local, state and
Federal laws.
•Performs best at room temperature. This recorder will operate in environments between 32° and 104° F
(0°- 40°C). Use or storage in extreme temperatures can reduce the life of this product.
•Avoid excessive moisture. Optimal operating environment is 20-80% humidity. This camera is not water
proof. High humidity or immersion could fog up the lens or cause damage to internal components.
•Avoid strong light. Do not aim camera at the sun or aim a strong light source directly into the lens as it
could cause damage.
•Avoid contamination. Do not use this camera in excessively dusty environments or other areas where fine
particles could get into the lens or other components.
LEGAL & DISPOSAL:
LEGAL
Trademarks: All brand names and products are trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective owners. Q-See is a registered trademark of DPS, Inc.
Disclaimer: The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The manufacturer makes
no representations or warranties, either express or implied, of any kind with respect to completeness of its
contents. Manufacture shall not be liable for any damages whatsoever from misuse of this product.
DISPOSAL
If the device no longer functions or can no longer be repaired, it must be disposed of according
to regulations regarding electronic waste. By not disposing of electronic items in household waste you
will not only be following the law, but contributing to the protection of the environment.