Voyager VYDVR212 User manual

Instruction Manual
VYDVR212

INTRODUCTION TO USING A DASH CAM
The VOYAGER range of dash cams have been designed specifically with ease of use in mind, it is
recommended NOT to change the default settings, which have been carefully selected to give the
best performance for day to day use.
Basic operation.
The camera is set to record video seamlessly, in files of just 3 minutes in length. This means that
each video file is a manageable size should you need to download and send to your insurance
company etc. Eventually your MicroSD card will fill up with video files but don't worry, the camera
automatically deletes the oldest file to make space for new recordings. This way you never run out
of space and have plenty of driving historical evidence saved.
Typically a 16Gb card will store the last 2 hours of driving footage.
There are 3 modes of camera operation - Video, Photo and Playback.
Video Mode: The default mode when the camera is turned on, for video recording.
Photo Mode: Allows you to take still photographs.
Playback mode: Allows you to view recorded video or photographs upon the dash cam screen.
Press the MODE button to select required mode.
Automatic Start / Stop Technology. The camera senses power supplied to the cigarette lighter
socket as soon as the vehicle ignition is turned on and will start to record automatically.
When the ignition is turned off, the camera will perform an automatic shutdown process.
1. Tips for capturing best video footage:
1.1 Position the camera in the centre of the windscreen and ideally behind the rear view
mirror so it is not a distraction to the driver.
1.2 Reduce the amount of sky in the picture, by angling the view of the camera towards the road.
Too much sky will make the road appear darker due to the automatic exposure compensation.
1.3 Remove unnecessary items from your dashboard. If objects are placed on your dashboard
these can cause reflections to be seen on the windscreen and these reflections may be
captured during recording.
2. Tips for stable memory card performance:
2.1 Periodically reformat the memory card. Every 2-3 weeks we recommend that you reformat
the memory card. This will wipe any files from the card and set it up afresh for continued use
with your camera.
Of course, you should only do this AFTER you've downloaded any files from the card that you
may want to keep, as formatting the card will remove all content.
2.1 Format your memory card using the camera. This will make sure that the card is structured
specifically for your camera. Press MENU twice and choose the Format Card option. Follow
the on-screen instructions accordingly.
2.2 Switch off the camera before removing the SD memory card, to prevent the chance of
damage being caused to the memory card or the files stored upon it, turn OFF the camera
before removing or inserting the memory card.
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INTRODUCTION TO USING AN DASH CAM
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS
CAUTIONS ON USING THIS PRODUCT
PRODUCT SPECIFICATION
PACKAGE CONTENTS
PRODUCT FEATURES
POWERED MOUNT
CAMERA - PARTS & CONTROLS
IN VEHICLE INSTALLATION
VIDEO MODE
PHOTO MODE
PLAYBACK MODE
SETUP MENU
PC CONNECTION
VIDEO & AUDIO OUTPUT
TROUBLE SHOOTING
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PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION:
LCD:
WEEE: Disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment and/or Battery by users
in private households in the European Union.
This symbol on the product or on the packaging indicates that this cannot be disposed
of as household waste. You must dispose of your waste equipment and/or battery by
handing it over to the applicable take-back scheme for the recycling of electronic
equipment and/or batteries. For more information please contact your local household
waste disposal office.
A Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) screen is a multilayer complex component, containing
691,200 pixels. Pixels can however fail during normal product life. 1 pixel = 0.0001%
failure rate, and one pixel failure per year of operation is considered normal and not
a cause for concern.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that
contained in the instruction manual unless you are qualified to do so.
Have the unit serviced by a qualified service technician if;
The Unit has been exposed to rain or water.
The unit does not seem to operate normally.
The unit exhibits a marked change in performance.
WARNING: Do not expose this product to rain, moisture or water under any circumstances, doing
so may result in the risk of electric shock or fire.
Please read this manual carefully before operation and keep it for future reference. It will be helpful
should you encounter any operational problem.
1. Ensure that the windscreen is free of dirt or grease before placing mount upon it.
Do not obscure the view of the road ahead or impede the deployment of any airbags in the event 2.
of an accident.
When not in use, please disconnect the car adaptor from both the 12/24Vdc outlet in your vehicle 3.
and the device itself.
4. Only clean the device with a soft dry cloth, for tough dirt, apply some neutral detergent diluted in
5 to 6 parts water to a soft cloth.
Note that alcohol, thinner, benzene etc could cause damage to the paint or coatings.
Avoid making contact with the len s as damage be caused. 5. se may
If required clean the glass lens carefully using spectacle lens cleaning fluid on a soft cloth only. 6.
The video recordings made by this Digital Video Recorder are intended for personal use only. 7.
Publication of the recordings on Youtube, the internet or other methods are subject to the 8.
Data Protection Act and the requirements thereof must be adhered to.
If the Digital Video Recorder is to be used within a commercial environment, i.e. truck use, then
the CCTV regulation apply also, in addition to the Data Protection Act regulations. This includes
olabelling to identify the use f CCTV is taking place, the omission of Audio recording and informing
the relevant authorities of who controls the data.
Video playback upon the device which is visible to the driver is prohibited or restricted in some 9.
countries or States. Please adhere to these laws.
Whilst driving, do not adjust the controls of your device as this is a distraction to driving. 10.
CAUTIONS ON USING THIS PRODUCT
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Model Number
Power Requirements
Power Supply
Sensor Resolution
Lens -
Type / Angle / Aperture
Recording Resolution
Screen Size
Screen Resolution
Screen Ratio
Card Reader
SD Card
(Recommended Type)
SD Card Recorded File
Capacity
(based on default settings)
Recording Format
Video / Audio Out
Internal Battery
Unit Dimensions
Unit Weight
VYDVR212
5V / 1.5A
12-24Vdc Car Power Cable (supplied)
Fuse Type: 32mm / 2A
Output: 5Vdc
3M Pixel (3,000,000 Pixel)
6G / 140° / F1.8
1920 x 1080 @ 30fps (default)
2.7"
960 (W) X 240 (H) pixels x RGB
16:9
MicroSD, Class 6-10, up to 32GB
8-32GB SDHC, Class 10 (48mb/s), for best results use a
recognized brand
8GB Micro SD = 60mins of recording (20x 3 minute recordings)
16GB Micro SD = 120mins of recording (40x 3 minute recordings)
32GB Micro SD = 240mins of recording (80x 3 minute recordings)
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2.5mm Jack (Video / Audio)
Lithium-ion 3.7V / 450mAh (approx. 30mins recording time)
Battery design allows the 'Auto Power Off' feature to function in
event of power loss within the vehicle. It is not intended as an
alternative power source to replace the supplied car adaptor.
87 x 59 x 38mm
78g
PRODUCT SPECIFICATION
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PACKAGE CONTENTS
DASH CAM Powered Mount Car Power Cable USB Cable
PRODUCT FEATURES
Please check the contents of your VOYAGER product.
Product appearance may differ slightly to that shown above.
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Thank you for purchasing this VOYAGER Dash Cam product, in this section we will outline some of
the features available with this dash cam.
2.7" LCD Colour Screen
LCD screen for ease of use and viewing the playback of recorded videos and photos.
Powered Mount
Supplied with an Easy-Fit powered mount, which allows the camera to be fitted and removed
quickly and easily. The car power cable can remain in place, connected to the mount.
G Sensor / File Protection
In the event of an impact the device will automatically 'protect' the recording, stopping the file from
being over-written. This can also be performed manually, by pressing the ‘protect’ button.
Individual files can also be 'protected' when viewed within playback mode.
Automatic Start / Stop Technology
The camera senses power supplied to the cigarette lighter socket, as soon as the vehicle
ignition is turned on and will start to record automatically.
When the ignition is turned off, the camera will perform an automatic shutdown process.
Parking Mode
The camera turns on automatically to record 30 seconds of video, when physical movement
of your vehicle is detected.
Built-in Microphone & Speaker
Record audio to compliment the video recordings.
Quick Start
Guide

POWERED MOUNT
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Please see below to identify the parts of the supplied powered mount.
1. Locking lever
The locking lever is used to attach and release the window mount to your vehicles windscreen.
Pull the lever down to prepare the window mount for use. Once the mount is firmly upon the
windscreen (in a suitable location) push the lever to lock the mount in place.
2. Locking ring
Loosen the locking ring to adjust the camera position if required, remembering to re-tighten
before use.
3. DC-IN socket
Connect the supplied car power cable here.
4. Suction cup
This is used to attach and release the window mount to your vehicles windscreen.
Affix to a clear piece of windscreen where there is no paint effect applied.
5. Suction release tab
Once the locking lever has been opened use this release tab to break the seal between
the mount and windscreen.
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Please see below to identify the parts and controls of your camera.
Front:
1. Mounting point (located under dust cover)
After removing the dust cover, attach the supplied powered mount here.
2. Camera lens
Wide Angle 140°, 6 Element glass lens for optimum picture quality.
3. Speaker
Integral speaker for audio playback directly from the camera.
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Back:
4. Screen
2.7' LCD colour screen for the viewing of recorded files on the camera.
5. Protect File button
Press whilst recording to protect the current file in event of an emergency situation. A beep
sound will be heard to confirm that the file was protected successfully.
6. Menu button
Press to open the menu within current mode, press twice to open the general settings.
7. Down / Screen Off button
Down:
Press to navigate down within menus and to move to the next file when in playback mode.
Screen Off:
Press to turn off / on the screen, only available whilst in video mode.
8. Record / OK button
Record:
Press to start or stop a recording when in video mode, or take a photo when in photo mode.
OK:
Press to confirm selection when in menus.
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9. Up / Microphone Off button
Up:
Press to navigate up within menus and to move to the previous file when in playback mode.
Microphone Off:
Press to turn off / on the microphone (audio recording), only available whilst in video mode.
10. Mode / Screen Capture button
Mode:
Press to change between video, photo or playback modes.
Screen capture:
Whilst recording press to save a screen capture of the current frame.
11. Power On / Off button
Press and hold to turn on / off the camera.
12. Dual colour LED indicator
Red = power on
Red flashing = recording
Blue = battery charging
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Top:
13. AV Out socket
Used to connect your camera to a television using an AV Cable (sold separately).
14. DC-IN & USB socket
Connect the supplied car power cable or USB data cable here.
Note:
- Normally the Car power cable is connected to the powered mount when in use, not directly
to this socket.
Sides:
15. Reset button
In the unlikely event the camera becomes unresponsive, press the RESET button to
restart the camera.
16. MicroSD Card slot
Insert the MicroSD card here, taking care that the gold contacts are facing towards the back
of the camera.
17. Microphone
Integral microphone for audio recording.
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IN VEHICLE INSTALLATION
Please follow the instructions below for first-time installation of the camera. For day to day use simply
remove the camera from the mount as required.
1. Insert MicroSD Card
Insert a suitable MicroSD card (Class 10 48/Mbps) in to the camera, taking care that the gold
contacts are facing towards the LCD screen side of the camera. Push the memory card until it
clicks into place.
Note:
- Use the edge of a small coin (or similar object) to push the memory card in place if required.
Take care that card has 'clicked' into place, a second push inwards will release the memory
card.
- Do not remove or insert the memory card when the camera is turned on. This may damage
the memory card.
2. Remove dust cover
Remove the dust cover that is located on the top of the camera to gain access to the
mounting point.
To remove the dust cover, slide it forwards away from the LCD screen of the camera.
Note:
- If the camera is not to be used for a period of time please replace the dust cover to
help keep the metal contacts free of dust or other contaminants.
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3. Attach the mount to the camera
Slide the camera onto the mount. Once attached magnets within the mount will hold the two
parts together.
4. Attach the mount to the windscreen
Remove the protective plastic film from the suction cup of the mount.
Select a suitable position for the mount and clean the windscreen with a dry / clean cloth to
achieve a good contact between the glass and suction cup.
Release the locking lever of the mount by pulling down and then whilst holding the suction
cup onto the glass push the lever up to secure the mount to the windscreen.
Note:
- Choose a smooth glass area without painted effect.
- Please ensure that once mounted the camera will be located within the area of the
vehicles windscreen wipers to maintain a clear view during rainfall.
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5. Connect car power cable
Connect the supplied car power cable to DC-IN socket of the mount.
Plug the power cable into the 12-24Vdc outlet of your vehicle.
The camera will automatically power on and start recording once power is available.
In some vehicles this will be when connections are made, for others the camera will power on
once the ignition has been turned on.
Should your vehicle not have a 12-24Vdc outlet, but does have a 5Vdc USB Outlet, this can be
used instead. Connect the USB cable supplied with your camera in place of the cigarette power
cable.
Ensure you connect the USB cable to the Powered mount only, NOT directly to the camera
when using in–car
Note:
- Do NOT wire the camera directly to a 12V supply by cutting the cigarette plug
off the end of the cable, or permanent damage will result.
12-24V DC The above diagram is for illustration purposes only.
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Please read and follow the notes below for the safe operation of your camera within your vehicle.
As per the installation instructions, you must install the camera so it does NOT obstruct the drivers
view of the road, preferably on the passenger side of the vehicle and behind the rear view mirror.
Whilst the camera clearly needs to view through the windscreen in an area swept by the windscreen
wipers, the camera should be installed so as not to intrude significantly within the wiped area.
A 40mm intrusion into the green wiped area is the maximum permitted by law.
Do NOT mount the camera in front of the driver, as depicted by the red area in the above illustration.
When installing the camera in a vehicle, always place the device securely against the windscreen
and where possible conceal the power cable under trim. Make sure that the camera power cable does
not interfere with the drivers operating controls, such as the steering wheel, pedals or gear levers.
Do NOT mount the camera in front of an airbag field of deployment or in a position to obscure
any mirrors.
Clean the windscreen at the point of location, prior to fitting the camera, also, applying some
moisture to the suction cup may be beneficial, to ensure absolute adhesion.
It is recommended NOT to operate the camera whilst driving. The automatic Start-Stop technology
incorporated within the device negates any need to operate the controls whilst driving.
Adjust any settings or review recordings whilst stationery, not whilst driving.
After the preliminary SETUP has been carried out upon the camera, adjust the Screen Saver setting
to 1 minute, this will blank the screen automatically shortly after starting the vehicle and therefore the
screen will NOT be a distraction in any way to the driver.
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VIDEO MODE
The key below explains the various information displayed on the screen when your camera is in Video
mode, some icons will only be displayed once the relevant function has been selected within the Video
menu, as described below.
1. Mode: indicates the camera is in Video mode.
2. Recording: appears on screen when recording is in progress.
3. Resolution: displays current Resolution level setting.
4. Exposure: displays current Exposure level setting.
5. Video Length: displays the length of the individual recordings in minutes.
6. Parking Mode: appears on screen when Parking Mode has been turned on.
7. Microphone: displayed on screen when Audio Recording is active, when the microphone
has been turned off a red cross will be seen upon the microphone icon.
8. Protected: shown on screen when a video file has been protected by activation of the
G Sensor or by the pressing of the file protect button.
9. Date: current date.
10. Time: current time.
11. Memory Card: indicates whether a memory card is present.
12. Battery: indicates whether the camera is running on battery or external power.
The default settings have been set to allow you to use the camera without the need to change
any settings.
See the next page for video menu settings, should you want to make any adjustments however.
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VIDEO MODE (CONTD.)
Video Menu
The Video Menu is accessed by pressing the MENU button whilst in video mode.
The default settings have been carefully selected to allow you to use the camera without the need to
change any settings. However, should you wish to change a setting then please see below.
Use the up and down buttons to highlight the function that you’d like to change and press the OK
button to enter the settings sub-menu.
Once in the submenu, use the up and down buttons to highlight the required setting and then press
OK to confirm your selection and return to the Video Menu.
Press the MENU button twice to return to video mode.
Note:
- Menus are not accessible whilst the camera is recording.
1. Resolution
Select recording resolution, this will increase or decrease the quality of the recorded video.
Options: 1080P, 720P and 720P 60FPS
Default Setting: 1080P
2. Exposure
Adjust exposure level for different light conditions.
Options: +2, +1, 0, -1 and -2.
Default Setting: 0
3. Audio Recording
Turn On / Off the microphone.
Options: On and Off
Default Setting: On
Video Menu
Resolution
Exposure
Audio Recording
Video Length
Back
MENU Enter OK
Video Menu
Resolution
Exposure
Audio Recording
Video Length
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4. Video Length
Select the duration of the individual recorded video files. The camera will continue recording,
filling the memory card. When the memory card becomes full, the oldest file will be
automatically deleted to make space for the new recording.
Note:
- Protected files will never be deleted.
Options: 2 Minutes, 3 Minutes and 5 Minutes
Default Setting: 3 Minutes
5. Time & Date Stamp
Turn On / Off the time and date stamp shown on recorded files.
Options: On and Off
Default Setting: On
6. G Sensor
Turn Off or adjust the sensitivity of the built in G Sensor. The G Sensor detects forces which
will automatically protect the current recording in event of a collision.
Options: High, Middle, Low and Off
Default Setting: Middle
Note:
- Within the Setup Menu which is accessed by pressing the MENU button twice, there is
a ‘Default Setting’ option to allow you to reset the camera to the factory defaults, if required.
Video Menu
Resolution
Exposure
Audio Recording
Video Length
Back
MENU Enter OK
Video Menu
Audio Recording
Video Length
Time & Date Stamp
G Sensor
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Press the MODE button to select Photo mode.
The key below explains the information displayed on the screen when your camera is in Photo mode.
1. Mode: indicates the camera is in Photo mode.
2. Exposure: displays current exposure level setting.
3. Date: current date.
4. Time: current time.
5. Memory Card: indicates whether a memory card is present.
6. Battery: indicates whether the camera is running on battery or external power.
See the next page for photo menu settings.
PHOTO MODE
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