ucorder IRDC150 User manual

INTRODUCTION
Thanks for purchasing the uCorder from IRES Technology.
Before using the uCorder to record aspects of your life,
please review the instrucons in this Guide plus the
addional informaon found in the online references at
1) CONTENTS
The IRDC150 package includes the following:
• uCorder
• Neck Strap
• Clothing Clip
• USB cable
• 1 GB Internal memory
• Quick Start Guide
• Warranty Card
The IRDC250 also features Webcam funconality and
includes:
• 2 GB Internal memory
• PC Webcam mounng bracket
2) CONTROLS - OVERVIEW
1) Mini LED Flashlight
2) Microphone
3) CMOS camera lens
4) Record/Stop buon
5) Mode selector
(Video/Audio)
6) LED indicators
Blue LED (Video)
Green LED (Audio)
Red LED (Power)
7) ON/OFF switch
(plus ashlight)
8) Memory Card slot*
9) USB Connecon
* Micro SD memory card is oponal and not included.
3) BATTERY CHARGING
Before using the uCorder, you must rst charge its built-
in lithium baery directly from a running computer via
mini USB cable.
Complete charging me takes 3-4 hours.
Follow these steps for Computer Connecon:
1) Use the mini USB cable to connect the uCorder to a
computer. Insert the small end of the mini USB cable into
the socket at the boom of the unit, the large end at the
computer’s USB input.
2) The Red light on the uCorder will ash while the unit
is charging. It will stop ashing and remain ON once the
baery power is fully charged.
Note: it is not possible to record while USB is connected.
4) INSTALLATION
The uCorder does not require any proprietary soware
interface. Your operang system will read the Flash / SD
memory just like it would a USB Memory drive.
Depending on your operang system, Driver installaon
messages may appear as the new USB Device hardware
is detected.
Click “Connue” if prompted.
7) PREPARE TO RECORD VIDEO
With a charged uCorder, you’re almost ready to record.
Follow these steps to prepare for Video recording:
1. Set the Video/Audio switch to Video.
2. Set the ON/OFF switch to ON.
Aer switching the Power to ON, the unit is in Standby
mode.
The Red LED will appear ON for a couple seconds to
indicate power-up and the Blue LED illuminates to
indicate that Video mode is ready. If the Red LED
connues blinking, the uCorder requires further
charging.
8) OPERATION - RECORD VIDEO
You can now aach the uCorder to your clothing and
enjoy hands-free video & audio recording.
Follow these steps:
1) While the system is in Video standby mode (with the
Blue LED appearing ON), press the Record buon as
shown below.
2) The Blue LED will ash slowly while Recoding.
3) Press the Record buon again to Stop recording.
4) The Blue LED will ash quickly, indicang that the
video le is being saved to memory. It will then return to
standby mode.
Congratulaons, you have successfully recorded an AVI
video le. Remember to turn the uCorder OFF to
conserve baery life.
9) OPERATION - RECORD AUDIO
The uCorder also allows you to record Audio les to WAV
format. To record Audio only, follow these steps:
1. Set the Video/Audio switch to Audio.
2. Set the ON/OFF switch to ON. A Green LED indicates
Audio mode.
3. Press the Record buon.
The Green LED ashes slowly while recording.
Press the Record buon again to Stop recording.
The Green LED will then ash quickly, indicang that the
audio le is being saved to memory. When saving is
complete, it will return to standby mode.
Remember to turn the uCorder OFF when nished in
order to conserve baery life.
Wearable Video Recording
User Manual
Model IRDC150 / IRDC250
Version 1.01
DO NOT RETURN TO THE STORE
For more informaon visit:
5) MICRO SD MEMORY (OPTIONAL)
The IRDC150 uCorder has 1 GB built-in ash memory
and the IRDC250 is equipped with 2 GB. To extend the
memory, you may insert a Micro SD card into the
Memory Card slot.
1) Set the ON/OFF switch to OFF.
2) Insert the Micro SD card as shown.
It will lock in.
3) To remove the card, push it in
gently so that it ejects.
Note: do not remove the card
during playback or while the
power is on.
6) FLASHLIGHT
The uCorder is equipped with a bright LED
ashlight. The light found at the top of the
unit can be lted to point at the object
you wish to record. To acvate the light,
switch the ON/OFF selector above ON to the light icon.

10) FILE RETRIEVAL
To view / listen to your recordings, you rst need to
connect the uCorder to a computer via the USB cable.
The Internal Flash memory is recognized by the system
as a Memory Drive, similar to a USB memory sck.
If you have inserted a Micro SD card, it will appear as a
separate Memory Drive. By default, recordings go to the
Micro SD memory rst (unl the memory is full) before
using the Internal Flash memory.
Depending on the sengs in your Operang System, you
may see an alert / prompt to open the les in the newly
detected drive (or mulple drives if a Micro SD card is
inserted).
You can go to My Computer in Windows and see the
connected memory drives. They will appear similar to:
Note: “uCorder1GB” or “uCorder2GB” is the name
assigned to the Internal Flash memory. The Micro SD
card name varies by manufacturer, but can be changed.
11) PLAY FILES
Upon opening the memory drive, you will nd a main
folder tled “uCorder”.
Double-click on the folder to open it and nd two sub-
folders: AUDIO and VIDEO.
The AUDIO folder contains a list of all Audio recordings
in WAV format and the VIDEO folder contains the Video
recordings in AVI format. Files are named numerically.
You can double-click on the les and play them directly
from the uCorder memory. Alternavely, you can copy
them to a folder on your computer and delete the les
from the device memory.
The AVI video les and WAV audio les will open in your
default media player for each le extension. Windows
Media Player and QuickTime are recommended players
for these standard type of les.
If you are unable to see video, you need to download the
appropriate video codec pack to support AVI les.
12) IRDC250 - DUAL USB FUNCTION
Secons 11-12 are only applicable if you purchased the
IRDC250 model with Webcam funconality.
The IRDC250 can be set to serve as either:
1) a USB memory device (USB);
or
2) a Webcam (PC CAM).
To alternate between modes, note
the opons on the selector switch.
When set to USB mode, the Green LED will illuminate
upon connecon to computer to indicate File Retrieval.
The operaon in USB mode is described in secon #10.
To access the Webcam funconality, the selector switch
must be set to PC CAM before connecng to the
computer.
Note: the system will not accept changes from USB to
PC CAM mode while the uCorder is connected to the
computer. To change modes, you need to disconnect
the cable, set the selector switch as required and then
reconnect.
13) IRDC250 - WEBCAM FUNCTION
When set to PC CAM mode, the Blue LED will illuminate
upon connecon to computer.
The uCorder will be recognized by the operang system
as a Video Device rather than a disk drive. The Webcam
can be integrated into Chat programs including MSN
Messenger and Skype.
For some Chat or Conferencing applicaons, you will rst
need to “inialize” the Webcam. Go to My Computer,
and you will nd the uCorder appearing as a USB Video
Device listed under “Scanners and Cameras”.
Double-click the USB Video Device icon. The device will
inialize and live video will appear. The webcam is now
ready for integraon with virtually any live messaging
soware.
Note: for best results, download the latest version of the
chat program being used (eg: Messenger 2009 / Skype 4).
14) TIPS / GOOD PRACTICES
Following these guidelines will opmize your experience
with the uCorder.
1) Charge the unit completely - the uCorder needs a few
hours to fully charge the same way that a cell phone
does. Please be paent.
2) Safely remove the device - when disconnecng the
uCorder from the computer, be sure to follow the
“Safely Remove Hardware” process used by your
operang system.
3) Bright Light - for best results, the uCorder is intended
for video recording under bright lighng condions.
4) Remember to turn OFF - once you have made a
recording and do not ancipate further immediate
recordings, it’s best to turn the uCorder OFF and
conserve its baery life.
5) Recharge - once you see the Red light ashing on the
unit, that means it’s me to refuel the baery by simply
connecng to your computer.
15) PRIVACY
By using the uCorder you acknowledge and agree that you have read
the DISCLAIMER and agree to observe and abide by the provisions
contained therein.
DISCLAIMER
You agree to use the uCorder in accordance with all privacy laws in ef-
fect in your jurisdicon and to observe all such laws and regulaons.
The use of the video, recording and/or audio funcons of the uCorder
shall not be used, without limitaon, for immoral, criminal, torous
acts and other civil wrongdoings, harassment and disturbance of
others. At all mes you agree to indemnify and save harmless IRES
Technology Corp., its ocers, directors, employees, shareholders and
contractors in connecon with the use and operaon of the uCorder
and/or breach of any of the provisions herein.
16) WARRANTY
IRES Technology warrants all of its products for one year, starng from
the date of purchase. Please refer to the included Warranty card or go
to www.ucorder.com for more details. In no event shall IRES be liable
for incidental, accidental or consequenal damages arising from the
use or inability to use its products.
17) FCC INFORMATION
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protecon against harmful
interference in a residenal installaon. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and
used in accordance with the instrucons, may cause harmful interfer-
ence to radio communicaons. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a parcular installaon. If this equip-
ment does cause harmful interference to radio or television recep-
on, which can be determined by turning the equipment o 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 separaon between the equipment and receiver.
* Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from
that to which the receiver is connected.
* Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
18) SPECIFICATIONS
Image Sensor
Resolution
Video Format
Video File Size
Recording Speed
Max recording distance
Viewing Angle
Built-in Lithium Battery
Battery Life
Charging Time
Interface
SD Card
Internal Memory
SD Capacity
Compatible Systems
Operating Temperature
Dimensions
CMOS
300,000 pixels
AVI 640 x 480
Up to 600 KB/s
Up to 25 fps
Up to 25 feet away (Video & Audio)
60°
3.7 V
Up to 2 hours
Up to 3 hours
Mini USB 1.1
Micro SD card (not included)
1 GB (IRDC150) / 2 GB (IRDC250)
Up to 8 GB
Windows 2000/XP/Vista, Mac, Linux
-15°C ~ 65°C (5~145°F)
1.1” x 0.6” x 3.5”
Copyright © 2009 IRES Technology Corp.
Specicaons are Subject to Change. E&OE