RC Logger EYE OneCam 5.8 GHz RX User manual

89050RC
RC EYE OneCam 5.8 GHz RX
Operating instructions
Manual de uso
Instructions d’utilisation
Istruzioni d’uso
Bedienungsanleitung
Gebruiksaanwijzing
取扱説明書

2
These Operating Instructions accompany this product. They contain important information on setting up and using the device. You should refer to
these instructions, even if you are buying this product for someone else. Please retain these Operating Instructions for future use! A list of the
contents can be found in the Table of contents, with the corresponding page number, on page 3.
Estas instrucciones de operación acompañan este producto. Contienen información importante sobre cómo congurar y utilizar el dispositivo. Debe
consultar estas instrucciones, incluso si está comprando este producto a otra persona. ¡Por favor, conserve este manual para uso futuro! Se puede
encontrar una lista de los contenidos en índice, con el número de página correspondiente, en la página 29.
Ces Instructions d’utilisation accompagnent ce produit. Elles contiennent des informations importantes sur la conguration et l’utilisation de
l’appareil. Vous devez vous référer à ces instructions, même si vous avez acheté ce produit pour une tierce personne. Veuillez conserver ces
Instructions d’utilisation pour une utilisation future ! Une liste des éléments contenus se trouve dans la Table des matières, avec le numéro de page
correspondant, à la page 55.
Queste istruzioni operative fanno parte del prodotto. Contengono importanti informazioni sull’impostazione e sull’utilizzo del dispositivo. Far riferimento a
queste istruzioni anche se acquistate questo prodotto per altri. Conservare le istruzioni per una futura consultazione! Nell’Indice è presente un elenco dei
contenuti con il numero di pagina corrispondente, a pagina 81.
Diese Bedienungsanleitung bezieht sich nur auf dieses Produkt. Sie enthält wichtige Informationen zur Sicherheit und Verwendung des Gerätes. Sie
sollten diese Anweisungen beachten, auch wenn Sie dieses Produkt für jemanden anderen kaufen. Bitte heben Sie diese Anleitung zum späteren
Nachschlagen auf! Eine Liste mit dem Verpackungsinhalt nden Sie im Inhaltsverzeichnis mit der entsprechenden Seitenzahl, auf Seite 107
Deze gebruiksaanwijzing hoort bij dit product. Het bevat belangrijke informatie over het instellen en gebruiken van het apparaat. U moet deze instructies
opvolgen, zelfs als u dit artikel voor iemand anders koopt. Bewaar deze gebruiksaanwijzing voor toekomstig gebruik! Een overzicht van de inhoud is te
vinden in de inhoudsopgave, met het corresponderende paginanummer, op pagina 133.
これらの取扱説明書はこの製品に関するものです。これらの取扱説明書には、この製品のセットアップと使用に関する重要な情報
が記載されています。この製品をご自身のためではなく、贈り物としてお買い上げいただく場合でも、この取扱説明書をよくご覧
下さい。今後のために、この取扱説明書を保管しておくようにして下さい。記載内容については159ページの目次の各項目に対応
するページをご覧下さい 。

3
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Introduction ...............................................................4
2. Intended use ............................................................4
3. Product features........................................................5
4. Product compatibility.................................................5
5. Delivery content ........................................................ 5
6. Safety instructions.....................................................6
7. Operating elements...................................................8
8. Display .................................................................... 10
9. Placing the product ................................................. 11
10. Charging the battery ............................................... 11
11. Core functions.........................................................12
12. Menu.......................................................................14
13. Function settings.....................................................16
14. System settings.......................................................18
15. Pair camera with monitor ........................................19
16. Record video and photo..........................................20
17. Motion detect ..........................................................21
18. Play back video/photo.............................................22
19. Format..................................................................... 23
20. Connecting to a TV or headphone set ....................24
21. Use monitor as display device................................ 24
22. Cleaning and care...................................................25
23. Reset.......................................................................25
24. Product support.......................................................25
25. Disposal ..................................................................25
26. FCC Compliance Statement ...................................26
27. Technical specications ..........................................27

4
1. INTRODUCTION
Dear customer,
Thank you for making the excellent decision to purchase this
RC Logger®product. You now have a high-quality product with
a name that represents outstanding products.
This product complies with the applicable National and
European standards and regulations. We kindly request the
user to follow the operating instructions, to preserve this
condition and to ensure safe operation! These operating
instructions relate to this product. They contain important
notices on commissioning and handling. Please take this into
consideration when you pass the product on to third parties.
Please keep these instructions for further reference!
All company names and product designations contained herein
are trademarks of the respective owners. All rights reserved.
We wish you a great deal of enjoyment with your new RC
Logger® product!
Please download the latest version of the operating
instructions from our website at www.rclogger.com.
Navigate to the product page and open the
“Downloads” tab. Click on “Operating instructions” to
start the download.
2. INTENDED USE
The “RC EYE OneCam 5.8 GHz RX” is designed to be used
in combination with the “RC EYE OneCam TX” (89049RC).
The monitor is excellent for fun FPV applications to receive
wirelessly transmitted videos. It supports photo-taking, video
recording and playback and auto power-off. It comes with a
foldable stand and can be mounted on a standard camera
tripod with the included clip-on back holder.
For safety and approval purposes (CE), you must not rebuild
and/or modify this product. If you use the product for purposes
other than those described above, the product may be
damaged. In addition, improper use can cause hazards such
as short circuiting, re, electric shock etc. Read the instructions

5
carefully and keep them. Make this product available to third
parties only together with its operating instructions.
From here on, the “RC EYE OneCam 5.8 GHz RX” is referred
to as “monitor”.
3. PRODUCT FEATURES
>5” LCD monitor with integrated speaker and 5.8 GHz RX
module
>8 RF channels with auto/manual channel switch
>Motion detection and loop video recording
>AV IN/OUT compatible with NTSC/PAL
4. PRODUCT COMPATIBILITY
The monitor can be used in conjunction with the following RC
Logger products:
>5.8 GHz Video Transmission Set (20015RC)
>5.8 GHz Video TX RX Module (20011RC)
>5.8 GHz Video TX Module (20007RC)
>RC EYE OneCam TX (89049RC)
5. DELIVERY CONTENT
>RC EYE OneCam 5.8 GHz RX
>USB Cable
>AV Cable (for AV IN)
>AV Cable (for AV OUT)
>Back holder with standard DIN tripod attachment
>Antenna switch cable (to SMA female)
>Operating instructions

6
6. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read the operating instructions carefully and
especially observe the safety information. If
you do not follow the safety instructions and
information on proper handling in this manual,
we assume no liability for any resulting
personal injury or damage to property. Such
cases will invalidate the warranty/guarantee.
>The device is not a toy. Keep it out of the reach of children
and pets.
>Do not leave packaging material lying around carelessly.
These may become dangerous playing material for children.
>Do not place the product under any mechanical stress.
>Do not attempt to dismantle the device. Any attempt to alter
or repair the unit, except by the original manufacturer or
an Authorized Service Facility, will void the limited warranty.
>Regularly check the functional reliability of your product.
Watch out for any visible damage such as cracks.
>Handle the product carefully. Jolts, impacts or a fall even
from a low height can damage the product.
>If it is no longer possible to operate the product safely, take
it out of operation and protect it from any accidental use.
Safe operation can no longer be guaranteed if the product:
-is visibly damaged,
-is no longer working properly,
-has been stored for extended periods in poor ambient
conditions, or has been subjected to any serious
transport-related stresses.
>Also observe the safety and operating instructions of any
other devices which are connected to the product.
>Keep the product away from moisture, damp areas, dripping
and splashing water.
>The product is not water-proof.
>Keep the product away from direct sunlight.
>Delicate control electronics are used in the product
which are also sensitive to temperature uctuations
and are optimised for a particular temperature range.
See chapter “Technical specications” on page 27.

7
(Rechargeable) batteries
>The rechargeable battery is permanently built into the
product and cannot be replaced.
>Never damage the rechargeable battery. Damaging
the casing of the rechargeable battery might cause
an explosion or a re! Unlike conventional batteries/
rechargeable batteries (e.g. AA or AAA type), the casing
of the LiPo rechargeable battery does not consist of a thin
sheet but rather a sensitive plastic lm only.
>Never short-circuit the contacts of the rechargeable battery.
Do not throw the battery or the product into re. There is a
danger of re and explosion!
>Charge the rechargeable battery regularly, even if you do
are not using the product. Due to the rechargeable battery
technology being used, you do not need to discharge the
rechargeable battery rst.
>Never charge the rechargeable battery of the product
unattended.
>When charging, place the product on a surface that is not
heat-sensitive. It is normal that a certain amount of heat is
generated during charging.
>Before disposing of the product have the battery removed
by a professional.
Miscellaneous
>Consult an expert when in doubt about operation, safety or
connection of the device.
>Maintenance, modications and repairs are to be performed
exclusively by an expert or at a qualied shop.
>If you have questions which remain unanswered by these
operating instructions, contact our technical support service
or other technical personnel.

8
7. OPERATING ELEMENTS
9
AV-IN AV-OUT/
RESET
1 2 3 4 5 76
8
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17

9
18
SMBSMA
19 20
21
1 Button
2 Button M
3 Button
4 Button
5 Button
6 Speaker
7 Display
8 Antenna
9 Stand
10 Holder
11 Tripod attachment
12 Button RESET
13 Video switch
14 microSD card slot
15 Jack AV-IN
16 Jack AV-OUT
17 Mini USB socket
18 Antenna switch cable (to SMA female)
19 AV IN cable
20 AV OUT cable
21 USB cable

10
8. DISPLAY
2013/08/135.8 GHz CH1REC
MUTE
0000MB
D1
00:00:00
00:00:00
A
L J
K HI
B C D E F G
A Audio muted
B Mode
C Recording status
D Frequency
E Channel
F Date
G Time
H Battery status
I Recording time
J Available storage memory
K microSD card inserted
L Video resolution

11
9. PLACING THE PRODUCT
>The monitor shall be used in a dry environment. Any form of
liquid must be strictly avoided.
>Make sure you hold the monitor rmly in your hand at all
times.
>You may place the monitor on a stable surface by ipping
out the stand (9) at the back to the monitor. Once you place
the monitor, it will rest at an angle for comfortable viewing.
The monitor gets warm during operation. Be careful
not to place the monitor on any surface sensitive to
heat.
Tripod
The standard DIN tripod attachment (11) on the holder (10)
allows you to mount the monitor onto a standard tripod
attachment, commonly found on cameras and similar devices.
Clip the holder onto the monitor’s back. Observe the slots (two
at the bottom, one at the top). Start attaching the holder from
the bottom slots.
10. CHARGING THE BATTERY
The battery is built-in and can be charged via the supplied USB
cable (21) (Type A to type Mini B).
A full charging cycle takes approximately 4 – 6 hours.
A brand new battery should be charged between 6 and
10 hours during rst charging cycle. A new battery will
reach its full potential after a few charging cycles.
If you do not use the monitor for a longer period of
time, then charge it every 2 – 3 months.
Charging indicators
Pay attention to the battery charging states:
Full Half Little Depleted
When the battery is depleted the battery indicator ashes.

12
Charge battery
For proper charging, a power adapter with USB connection
is required. The required voltage and current are as follows:
5 V/DC, min. 2 A
1. Make sure the monitor is turned off. See chapter “Core
functions” on page 12 to learn more.
2. Connect the mini-B connector of the USB cable to the mini
USB socket (17) on the monitor.
3. Connect the A-plug to your power adapter.
4. Establish the power connection.
5. After a charging duration of 4 – 6 hours the battery is fully
charged.
6. Disconnet the USB cable from the monitor.
11. CORE FUNCTIONS
Turn on and off
>Press and hold button M (2) for approx. 3 seconds to turn
the monitor on.
>Press and hold button M (2) for approx. 3 seconds to turn
the monitor off.
MicroSD card
>A microSD card is used to store pictures and video
recordings.
>Insert a microSD card (1 to 32 GB) into the microSD card
slot (14). Make sure it looks in place.
>To remove the microSD card, push it in until it unlocks.
Carefully pull it out.
Select receiving mode (wired/wireless)
The monitor can operate with cameras connected wirelessly
or by wire. When a camera is connected by wire then the
monitor switches automatically to wired mode. To connect a
wired camera follow the information provided in chapter “Use
monitor as display device” on page 24.

13
Video mode
Locate the video switch (13). Slide the switch to the
desired position. The following modes are at your disposal.
-Motion detection mode
- Playback mode
- Recording mode (receiving/recording/photo taking)
Antenna
The preinstalled antenna (8) can be hidden for protection
purpose. For better reception during use turn the antenna fully
up. After use turn in down again.
The antenna can be replaced by the antenna switch cable (18):
1. Carefully pull the antenna out of the antenna socket. Hold
the antenna as close as possible to the socket.
2. Insert the SMB connector of the switch cable. Make sure
it locks in place.
3. You may now connect an external antenna featuring a
male SMA connector to the female SMA connector.
4. Always put the protective cap on the SMA connector on
the switch cable when no external antenna is connected.
Access storage on computer
1. Turn the monitor off.
2. Connect the monitor to a free USB port on your computer
via the provided USB cable. Connect the Mini B plug of
the cable to the Mini USB socket (17) and the A plug to the
USB port on your computer.
3. Turn the monitor on. Your computer will install the
necessary drivers automatically.
4. On completion of driver installation open the removable
disk image. Open the “DCIM” directory. Videos are located
in the “RECORD” directory and photos in the “PHOTO”
directory.
For videos, subdirectories are allocated according to
recording date. Open them to gain access to videos.
Photo le names contain recording date and time.

14
12. MENU
Menu navigation
To open the settings menu, press the button (3). There are
two different settings menus, “Function” and “System”.
Use below keys to navigate the menu.
(1) Enter submenu / Conrm selection / Level down
(3) Back / Leave submenu / Level up
(4) Left / Up / Decrease value
(5) Right / Down / Increase value
Menu – Function
In the “Function” menu you choose settings for video/photo
recording.
Channel Setting Channel Switch
Select
CH1, CH2,
CH3, CH4
CH5, CH6,
CH7, CH8
Auto Switch Off
On
Dwell Time xx seconds
Recorder Resolution 720 x 576
720 x 480
Frame Rate 30 FPS
25 FPS

15
Video Segment Sizes 10 MIN
30 MIN
60 MIN
Overwrite Off
On
Time Stamp Off
On
Information Display Off
On
Video Setting Brightness –xx / +xx
Contrast –xx / +xx
Menu – System
In the “System” menu you choose settings for the monitor.
Date Time Y / M / D H : M
Language English, ..., ...
AV Out LCD
NTSC
PAL
Format Yes
No
Power Save Auto LCD Off 1 MIN
5 MIN
OFF
Auto Power Off 5 MIN
10 MIN
OFF

16
Firmware Update Yes
No
Default Setup Yes
No
Memory Info All: 0.0 MB
Free: 0.0 MB
Version Software Version:
Display Mode 16:9
4:3
13. FUNCTION SETTINGS
This chapter describes the “Function” settings in more detail.
Note the following header prexes for easier navigation:
-Sub-1 : Parent menu
-Sub-2 : Child of parent menu
>Slide the video switch into position or .
>Observe the section “Menu navigation” on page 14.
Sub-1 Channel Setting
Sub-2 Channel Switch Select:
>Here you choose which channels shall be activated and be
scanned by the monitor during auto channel search.
>Uncheck/check channels which you want to include in the
search.
>If you decide to set the channels manually, check the ones
you would like to use.
Sub-2 Auto Switch:
>If you like the monitor to search for channels automatically,
then activate the function with “On”. For manual channel
selection turn the function off with “Off”.

17
Sub-2 Dwell Time:
>Set the time (in seconds) for which each channel is scanned
for during auto channel selection. If there is no valid signal
after elapse of the set time, the monitor skips to the next
channel. The lower the set dwell time the less the impact
on battery life.
Sub-1 Recorder Resolution
>Choose the desired recording resolution.
Sub-1 Frame Rate
>Choose the desired frame rate.
Sub-1 Video Segment Size
>With video segment size you can restrict the length of
recorded videos. After the set time has elapsed a new le
is allocated.
Sub-1 Overwrite
>The overwrite function allows you to always save the latest
recorded video clip. To activate overwriting conrm with
“On”. To cancel overwriting conrm with “Off”. When storage
is full, then previously saved clips are overwritten.
Sub-1 Time Stamp
>If you like a time stamp to be added to your recordings
activate the function with “On”. Deactivate the function with
“Off”.
Sub-1 Information display:
>If you like to display Time, Date, Mode, Channel, Recording
size on the display (7), then activate the function with “On”.
Deactivate the function with “Off”.
Sub-1 Video Setting:
>Select “Brightness” and adjust brightness value for video
with buttons and and save with button .
>Select “Contrast” and adjust contrast value for video with
buttons and and save with button .

18
14. SYSTEM SETTINGS
This chapter describes the “System” settings in more detail.
Note the following header prexes for easier navigation:
-Sub-1 : Parent menu
-Sub-2 : Child of parent menu
>Slide the video switch into position or .
>Observe the chapter “Menu navigation” on page 14.
Sub-1 Date Time
>Set the date and time
Sub-1 Language
>Choose your desired language
Sub-1 AV Out
>Choose the video output source:
-LCD (this monitor)
-NTSC (display device supporting NTSC signal)
-PAL (display device supporting PAL signal)
>Read chapter “Connecting to a TV or headphone set”
on page 24 for more information on connecting to an
external display device.
Sub-1 Format
>Format the microSD card. All stored data is lost!
Sub-1 Power Save
Power save settings extend the battery life.
Sub-2 Auto LCD Off
This setting turns the display off after the specied time.
>Select a given time to activate the function.
>Select “Off” to deactivate the function.
>During display sleep, wake the monitor by pressing any
button.
Sub-2 Auto Power Off
This setting turns the monitor (the device) off after the specied
time.
>Select a given time to activate the function.
>Select “Off” to deactivate the function.

19
Sub-1 Firmware Update
This setting enables you to update the rmware of the monitor.
Follow below steps for successful updating:
1. Prepare a microSD card and format it. Place the rmware
update (le extension: “.elf”) in the root directory of the
microSD card.
2. Turn the monitor off and slide the card into the microSD
card slot (14).
3. Turn the monitor on.
4. The monitor will detect the rmware le and start the update
process. Conrm the conrmation dialogue with “Yes”. The
monitor’s rmware will be updated automatically.
Sub-1 Default Setup
This setting allows you to reset your device to the factory
settings. Select “Yes”and conrm.
Sub-1 Memory Info
Displays the current capacities of the microSD card.
Sub-1 Version
Displays the installed rmware version.
Sub-1 Display Mode
Select your preferred display mode:
-16:9 ratio
-4:3 ratio
15. PAIR CAMERA WITH MONITOR
“Pairing” means connecting your wireless RF (Radio
Frequency) camera to the monitor. After pairing camera and
monitor they are able to safely communicate with each other.
For successful pairing, you are required to correctly set the
channels on camera and monitor.
1. The section “Sub-1 Channel Setting” on page 16
provides you with the available settings for setting the
channel.
2. Carefully read the operating instructions that came with
your compatible RF camera. Look for descriptions on how
to set the channels.

20
3. Set the monitor to search for available channels
automatically or manually (auto search is off). If you
activate auto channel search then the monitor briey
displays “AUTO” and starts ipping through the set
channels. You may manually ip through the channels with
buttons and .
4. Once pairing is complete the image is displayed on the
monitor’s display.
16. RECORD VIDEO AND PHOTO
To record video or photos follow these steps:
1. Turn the monitor on and connect a camera.
2. Switch the video switch (13) into position .
Taking photos
To take a photo press the button . The symbol will be
displayed briey to conrm successful taking of photo.
Recording video
>To record video, press and hold the button for approx.
3 seconds to start recording. “REC” (C) and the recording
time (I) are displayed.
>To pause recording press the button and the display
shows “ ”.
>To toggle muting of audio, press button M. This function
only applies to the built-in speaker (6). Output to connected
headphones cannot be muted.
>Press button to save recording and exit recording mode.
>Video size can be controlled via video segment sizes. See
section “Sub-1 Video Segment Size” on page 17 for more
information.
Overwrite mode
See section “Sub-1 Overwrite” on page 17 for more
information. Whenever a video is saved, previously saved clips
are overwritten by the latest recording, once storage space is
full.