Uniden iWitness DC11 User manual

DC11
Issue 2, August 2019
Printed in Vietnam
© 2019Uniden America Corporation
Irving, Texas
OWNER’S MANUAL
AUTOMOTIVE VIDEO RECORDER
iWitness

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• Uniden does not represent this product to be
waterproof. Do not expose this product to rain or
moisture.
• This product is intended for use in a motor vehicle.
Don’t install the device where it will block the driver’s
view of the road (including the mirrors) or the
deployment of the airbag.
• Keep your attention on the road! Don’t try to operate
or focus on any device while driving. If you have to
concentrate on the device, pull off the road for a few
minutes.
• Ensure that the camera lens is kept clean and there is
nothing blocking the lens.
• Don’t leave the device in direct sunlight for a long
period of time or where the temperature could go above
140°F (60°C).

CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..................... 2
OVERVIEW .................................................................. 5
FEATURES..................................................................................... 5
WHAT’S IN THE BOX? .................................................................. 6
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS.................................. 7
INSTALLATION AND POWER UP .............................. 9
ATTACHING THE WINDSHIELD MOUNT..................................... 9
INSTALLING THE MICROSD CARD............................................. 9
POWERING UP THE DC11.......................................................... 10
OPERATING THE DC11 ............................................ 11
RECORD MODE .......................................................................... 11
Recording ................................................................................. 11
Save Current Recording.......................................................... 12
Record Mode Menu .................................................................. 12
PHOTO MODE ............................................................................. 14
Photo Mode Menu .................................................................... 14
PLAYBACK MODE ...................................................................... 16
Playback Mode Menu............................................................... 16
Adjust Playback Volume ......................................................... 16
SETUP MENU .............................................................................. 16
CONNECTING TO A PC ............................................ 18
MASS STORAGE......................................................................... 18

TROUBLESHOOTING............................................... 19
SPECIFICATIONS...................................................... 20
ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ........................... 23

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DC11
AUTOMOTIVE VIDEO RECORDER
OVERVIEW
The Uniden DC11 is an ultra-compact recorder that can
be set up to continuously capture high quality video
even in low light conditions. The built-in G-Sensor
system triggers the camera to instantly begin recording
if the vehicle is bumped or scraped. The DC11 can even
record outside the vehicle for the duration of the internal
battery’s power.
FEATURES
• 1.5” color screen
• High Denition Recording
• G-Sensor
• Loop Recording
• Auto Power Off
• Date and Time Stamp
• Records onto microSD Card (8GB included)
• Internal Rechargeable Battery (up to 10 minutes)

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WHAT’S IN THE BOX?
Uniden DC11 Windshield
Mount
DC (CAR)
Adapter
USB Cable 8GB MicroSD
card
If any items are missing or damaged, get answers
24/7 at our website: www.uniden.com.

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CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
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No. Item Description
1LCD
2UP ▲ In Record mode, zoom in.
In Menu list, move the cursor one line
up.
3LED Red - (Steady On) Not Recording
Red - (Flashing) Recording

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No. Item Description
4MENU When not recording, opens the Menu.
5LED Blue - Indicates charging
6DOWN
▼
In Record mode, zoom out.
In Menu list, move the cursor one line
down.
7OK In Record mode, press this button to
start/stop video recording.
Use this button to capture an image in
Photo mode.
Conrm a menu selection.
Conrm changes in the settings.
8M / While recording, press to lock (save
from overwrite) the current recording.
Use this button to shift between
Record, Photo, and Playback mode.
9POWER Press to turn power on.
Press & hold to turn power off.
In Record mode, press to turn Infrared
LEDs (night vision) on/off.
10 Bracket
Slot
Fit the bracket hook of the windshield
mount.
11 Reset If the device fails to operate, try
resetting the device. Press the
reset button using a pin or unfolded
paperclip.
12 Mic Records sound
13 Lens

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No. Item Description
14 USB Port Connect External Power & charge
battery
Connect to PC for data (microSD
card) transfer
15 Speaker
16 Card Slot microSD card slot
INSTALLATION AND POWER UP
ATTACHING THE WINDSHIELD MOUNT
1. Insert the windshield mount bracket hook into the
bracket slot on the top of the DC11.
2. After inserting the hook, slide it down until it locks in
position.
3. Press the suction cup at against the windshield.
4. Push the suction lock up until it snaps into place and
tighten the locking collar to secure.
5. Gently pull on the mount to make sure it is secure.
INSTALLING THE MICROSD CARD
A compatible microSD card (8GB supplied) is
required to record and store videos and photos.
The unit can support microSDHC cards (High Capacity
microSD) up to 32GB in capacity. Uniden recommends
using a good quality microSDHC card of at least 8GB
capacity (included) and minimum Class 10 speed.
Insert a formatted microSD card gently in the slot on the
side of the unit. To remove the card from the slot, press

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the edge of the microSD card inwards for it to pop out
and then pull it out of the slot.
POWERING UP THE DC11
Only use the DC car adapter that comes with your
device. Any other adapter might damage the device.
1. Refer to your car’s owner’s manual to verify where
the power outlets are on and around the dashboard.
Locate an outlet that supplies 12V electric power
when the key is in the ON or ACC position.
2. Connect the car adapter to the camera and to the
that power outlet.
3. Start the car. The camera turns on automatically
and begins recording. (Press OK to stop recording.)
When the car’s engine is turned off, the camera will
automatically turn off in a few seconds.
Charge the camera for at least 15 minutes after it is
turned on for the rst time or after it has been turned
o for more than three weeks.
4. At other times, press the button to turn it on.
Press and hold the button to turn it off.
The unit charges the battery whenever power is detected
through the USB port. When the unit is being charged,
the red LED glows. It will automatically turn off when
the unit has been charged completely. The unit will take
about 90 minutes to charge completely. The Battery
Status icon tells you how full the battery is.