Rostra 250-8950 User manual

Maintenance
SD CARD
Your DVR uses a technology called TAT formatting. TAT uses a new system to insure that your SD
card stays in working condition and your video's are always secure and reliable. TAT formatting records
in shorter segments and utilizes memory space on your SD card better then previous methods. This
results in less memory corruption or lost files. You should not format your SD Card in your computer as
you would with a normal camera SD card. Use the features in the PC Viewer program or the Smart
Phone APP to format your card when needed. It is recommended to format your SD card monthly to
insure proper operation. SD Cards have an expected life of about 1 year. Extreme temperature,
humidity, and vibrations may reduce this life span. If your SD Card fails the DVR will notify you by voice
as well as with the two LED's staying on and solid (not flashing). Only replace your SD Card with a
Class 10 SD Card, we recommend 16GB but you can use up to 64GB for the most possible recording
time. Normal replacement of the SD Card is not covered under the warranty as this is a wearable item
and replacement is a normal maintnance.
CAMERAS
Clean your camera lens with a soft lens cleaner cloth. Do not spray with cleaners or other liquids.
RECORDING
Your DVR is an "EVENT RECORDER" not an action
camera. It is designed to log video of accidents
or events and save them for review. Events will be
locked and cannot be recorded over, normal driving
video will be recorded over. Depending on how you
have your DVR configured will effect the recording
time. Full HD uses more memory then standard HD.
The chart here is a reference as to what can be
expected from different size memory cards and setups.
FCC STATEMENT:
WARNING
This device complies with Part 15 FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
(2) This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
WARNING
This Equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radiocommunications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.
250-8950 2 Channel Remote DVR System
Dual Cameras: Front HD 1080p@30fps,
Rear HD 20p@30fps
Wifi Direct Connect to your Wifi Enabled Phone
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Supports Class 10 SD Memory Cards Up To 64GB
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Formatting Free TAT File Management System
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GPS Location Tracking
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9V to 28V Compatible For All Vehicles
Up To 10 Hours of Parking Recording Time With Auto Off
G Shock Sensor and Motion Detection Recording Modes:
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Event, Driving, And Parking Recording
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Voice Recording Through Remote Microphone
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Voice Prompt System Messages
PC Viewing Software available at www.rostra.com
The Final mounting position of the camera’s is left to the installation technician and end user. The
cameras are designed to be used inside the vehicle, they are NOT waterproof or intended for
outside use. It is recommended that the front or forward-facing camera be placed directly below or
to the side of the rearview mirror for a complete view of the front of the
vehicle and to not obstruct the
drivers view. The rear or second channel camera can be mounted in any location depending
upon the
end user’s needs. Clean the mounting location with a Alcohol pad or other cleaner, then remove the
red colored backing from the mounting tape on the base of the camera mount. The base can be
rotated to fit any window or mounting
location angle. Press the base onto the mounting location and
hold even pressure to insure a good bond from the tape.
The microphone can be mounted by the front camera or even on the side or rear of the vehicle.
Mount the microphone base the same way as the Camera bases.
The Full HD Front camera is identified by the connector on the side of the camera. The HD rear
camera has the cable coming directly from the camera housing. The Extension cable is only to be
connected to the rear camera.
CAUTION: When inserting the DIN style connectors on the camera wire ends DO NOT TWIST or
you will damage the
connector pins inside the DIN connections. Carefully align the connectors and
gently push together until completely seated.
Route the camera cables and microphone cable to the
control module location.
NOTE: The rear camera has a switch on it to allow mounting in either a right-hand or left-hand wire
position. If the image is
inverted flip the switch to the opposite position.
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Camera Resolution: Front 3M Pixel Sony Sensor, Rear 1M Pixel Sony Sensor
Wi-Fi 802.11 /b/g/n Compatible with Android App & iOS App
SD Card Compatibility: Up To 64GB Class 10 Micro SD Card
GPS: External GPS Antenna Included
G-Sensor: 3 Axis Shock Sensor
Video Playback: Smart Phone by Wi-Fi (with installed App), Or PC-Viewer
Auto Power Off: DVR Memory Protection for Low Current/Voltage/High Temp
Working Temperature: -10c to +65c
Size/Weight: 100 x 68 x 17, 120g

Product Installation Continued
The GPS Antenna MUST be mounted in a location where it can clearly see the sky. It is designed to be
installed on the dash board center where it can see through the glass. Do not mount to the glass as the
antenna is positioned to see through the top of the housing, not through the bottom. Route the cable to
the control module location. Clean the mounting location with a Alcohol pad or other cleaner, then
remove the red colored backing from the mounting tape on the rear of the GPS antenna. Insure the top
side of the antenna is facing upward and is not obstructed from seeing the sky. Press the antenna
into place.
The power supply requires 3 connections: 1: Ground – Black wire, 2: Positive Constant – RED,
3: Ignition – Yellow.
To use all the features and functions the DVR must have all 3 connections made correctly.
Connect all cables to the proper connection on the control module.
Mount the control module with either the included Velcro tape or wire tires. The Module must be
securely mounted for the shock sensor to work correctly. Do not attach it to a wire harness or other
loose item or the shock detection mode will not work.
Make sure the included Micro SD Card is installed correctly and completely locked into place.
Use Only Class 10 Micro SD cards.
The fuse holder on the power harness contains a AGC 3A fuse. If this needs replacement USE ONLY a
3amp fuse or damage to the DVR system may occur.
Product Operation
Make sure the vehicle is outside where the GPS antenna can have a clear view of the sky. Turn
the vehicle on and allow the DVR to boot up. The first time it may take a few moments for the GPS
to locate a signal. If the
GPS has not locked on after 3-5 minutes, check to insure the antenna is
connected and then move the antenna to a better loaction.
There are two LED indicators on the front of the DVR.
The Chart shows the status of the DVR and corresponding
LED indications. If there are no LED's lit then check the
fuse and power
connections to the DVR.
Once booted the DVR will use Voice prompts and
tones to indicate recording mode and activity. These
can be adjusted or shut off by use of the Smart Phone
App / iOSApp.
Viewing Software and Phone App's
NOTE: The RF Indicator on the front of the unit is not active in this model
After re-checking all connections, insure the SD card is inserted correctly and locked into place.
To lock press
in until a click is heard, then the SD Card is locked. To release press again
and then the SD card will pop
out of the slot. The SD Card will only fit one way, do not force
it into the slot. The contacts on the SD card should be on the bottom of the card when inserted.
Your Rearsight DVR uses a PC Viewer program to play
back videos that have been stored on the SD Card. You
also can access the video's and DVR settings by using
a Smart Phone such as an Apple device or Android device.
The PC Viewer program is available to download from
WWW.ROSTRA.COM. From the main page select the
Accessories Tab at the top, then select "DASHCAM".
The download link will be at the bottom of this page.
We recommend checking this page occasionally as the
viewer program may have been updated. After you
download the viewer program, click on it to start
the
installation on your PC. Please see the Download page
for more detailed instructions if needed.
For use with your Smart Phone, use your phone to access Google Play Store or the Apple App Store to
download our compatible viewer. Our Web site listed above will have detailed usage information for
each APP, "How to video's" and support if needed. Search your APP store for "Rostra", download and
run the ROSTRA DVR app.
To connect to your device:
1: Make sure your phones Wi-Fi is enabled.
2: With the DVR on, search for a Wi-Fi connection from your phone. Look for ROSTRA 250-8950 and
select. The Factory default password is "12345678" This can be changed in the settings.
NOTE: You may see a warning telling you Internet may not be available with this connection. DISMISS
this warning. The DVR to Smart Phone connection is local and direct, no Internet is required.
3: Start the ROSTRA APP to connect to your DVR.
NOTE: While viewing files from the DVR on your smart device the DVR is not recording.
Do not view files while driving.
NOTE: AT THIS TIME THERE IS NO COMPATIBLE VIEWER FOR APPLE COMPUTERS
LED 1 - REC LED 2 - GPS MODE
Solid Blue Solid Red About 15 seconds
Solid Blue Solid Red front camera
connetion at module
Flashing
Blue Off Recording
Flashing
Blue Flashing Blue GPS Connecting
Flashing
Blue Solid Blue GPS Connected And
Recording
Flashing
Blue Off Check GPS Antenna Connection
Flashing
Blue Solid Red Connected Via Wi-Fi
to smart phone
Off Solid Red Connected and
viewing files.
Flashing
Blue Flashing Red During FW Upgrades
Flashing
Blue Flashing Blue
While Recording
Events (Shock
triggered)
Off Off Check Power / Fuse