Z-EDGE X1 User manual

X1 Action Camera


INTRODUCTION .............................................................................
PRODUCT OVERVIEW ..................................................................
GETTING STARTED .......................................................................
NAVIGATION ...................................................................................
PERSONALIZED SETTINGS..........................................................
VIDEO RECORDING MODE .....................................................................
PHOTO CAPTURE MODE ........................................................................
ALL MODES & GENERAL .........................................................................
COMMON FUNCTIONS ..............................................................
MOUNTING GUIDELINES ...........................................................
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ...................................................
CONTENTS
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Records up to 60 minutes in 4K 30FPS or 120 Minutes in 1080P 30FPS with 16GB·
TF card.
2.0 inch LCD TFT display screen allows you to view HD recordings and images ·
before downloading them.
Wide 170-degree field of view for recording more of your surroundings.·
Download our app to operate and view recordings wirelessly over WiFi.·
· Support TF/MicroSD cards up to 64GB.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Thank you for purchasing the X1 High Definition Sports / Action Camera by Z-Edge .
A waterproof, 4K ready portable camera for recording indoors and outdoors. Please
read this manual carefully before using this product. We hope you enjoy using this
product.
INTRODUCTION
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GETTING STARTED
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Power/Mode Switch Button
Photo LED Indicator
Recording LED Indicator
Camera Lens
Loudspeaker
Shutter/Select Button
WiFi LED Indicator
MIC
DownButton
WiFi Connect/Up Button
Camera Components
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Status LED Indicator
Display Screen
Tripod Base Mount
Battery Cover
HDMI Port
TF/MicroSD Card Slot
Mini USB Port
Shutter Button
Recording Button
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Charge the battery by connecting the camera to a computer or other USB charging
adapter with the MiniUSB cable included.
Charging the Battery
Press and hold the (1) Power/Mode button for 3 seconds. The (11) Status LED Indicator
lights will flash, the display screen will turn on and a rising sound indicator chord will
be heard.
Power On
Press and hold the (1) Power/Mode button for 3 seconds. The (11) Status LED Indicator
lights will flash, the display screen will turn off and a descending sound indicator chord
will be heard.
Power Off
The X1 Camera is compatible with TF/microSD cards memory cards up to 64GB capacity.
Please use TF/microSD cards of class 10 and above for optimal performance and reliability.
Format memory cards the first time you use them.
Storage
Slide the TF/microSD cards into the card slot (16), when fully inserted the card clicks
into place.
Inserting Card
To remove, place your fingernail against the edge of the memory card and lightly press
it further into the camera. The memory card will spring out for removal.
Removing Card
Connect the X1 Camera to a mobile device via WiFi using the ‘Z-Verge’ app. Control the
camera shutter and change basic settings remotely via the app (effective range up to
33 feet / 10 meters), or download video and photo files directly to your mobile device.
To setup a connection please follow the steps below:
1. Download and install the ‘Z-Verge’ app from your mobile device’s app store.
2. Power on your X1 Camera. Press and hold the (10) WiFi Connect/Up button to enable
WiFi on your camera. The red indicator light on top of the camera will flash red when
WiFi is enabled. Your camera's unique WiFi Information including network name (SSID)
and password will display on the LCD screen (12).
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3. Enable WiFi on your mobile device and select the cameras WiFi network, entering
the password when prompted.
4. Once your mobile device is connected to the cameras WiFi, open the ‘Z-Verge’ app
on your mobile device and select ‘Connect.’
5. The app will automatically connect to the camera and open the app home page.
6. If connection fails please check your device is still connected to the camera network
or repeat steps 2 to 5.
NAVIGATION
Power/Mode Switch Button (1)
· Press and hold for 3 seconds to turn device ON/OFF.Power ON/OFF:
· In standby mode (camera inactive, not recording or capturing images) Switch Modes:
short press button to switch between:
Video Recording
Photo Capture
Slow Motion
Playback
Settings
Settings > Video
Settings > Photo
Settings > All Modes
Settings > General
Settings > Exit
Camera Modes
4K 30FPS
16M
1080P 60FPS
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See ‘Video Recording’ mode
See ‘Photo Capture’ mode
See 'All Modes & General'
See 'All Modes & General'
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· While browsing short press button to select or confirm highlighted Select/Confirm:
item.
· In Video Recording and Slow Motion modes short press Start/Stop Video Recording:
button to start/stop video recording.
· In Photo Capture mode short press button to capture a photo.Shutter:
· In Playback mode short press button to start/stop video playback.Video Playback:
Shutter/Select Button (6)
· In Video Recording, Photo Capture or Slow Motion modes press and WiFi Connect:
hold button to enable WiFi on your camera to connect to a device.
· Short press button to navigate to upper or previous Navigate to Upper/Previous Item:
item whilst browsing the system menu or playback files.
· In Video Recording, Photo Capture or Slow Motion modes short press button Zoom In:
zoom in up to x4.0.
· In playback mode press and hold button to fast rewind video being played.Fast Rewind:
WiFi Connect/Up Button (10)
· In Video Recording or Slow Motion modes press Enable/Disable Sound Recording:
and hold button to enable/disable Sound Recording feature.
· Short press button to navigate to lower or next item Navigate to Lower/Next Item:
whilst browsing the system menu or playback files.
· In Video Recording, Photo Capture or Slow Motion modes short press Zoom Out:
button to zoom out.
· In playback mode press and hold button to fast rewind video being played.Fast Forward:
Down Button (9)
· Short press button to take a photo. The X1 Camera will Shutter button (18):
automatically switch from Video Recording or Slow Motion modes to Photo Capture
mode.
· Short press button to take a video recording. The X1 Camera Recording button (19):
will automatically switch from Photo Capture or Slow Motion modes to Video
Recording mode. The X1 Camera can simultaneously record a video and take photos
during that recording using the remote control shutter button.
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Function Indicator Light Position
Top: WiFi Front: Photo/Rec Back: Status
WiFi Connect
Indicator Lights Explained
Flashing Red
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Charging
Red & Blue On
-Pink & Purple
BATTERY POWER
Video
Recording
Flashing Blue
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Photo Capture
Red Off/On
-Flashing
Purple
Flashing Purple
PERSONALIZED SETTINGS
VIDEO RECORDING MODE
Video Resolution
Set the resolution of the X1 Camera as per the list below. All video is captured
at an ultra wide 170-degree field of view which provides immersive video quality
and best image stability.
UHD 4K
UHD 2.7K
FHD 1080P
FHD 1080P
HD 720P
HD 720P
HD 720P
Video Resolution
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60
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120
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FPS
3840x2160, 16:9
2688x1520, 16:9
1920x1080, 16:9
1920x1080, 16:9
1280x720, 16:9
1280x720, 16:9
1280x720, 16:9
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Slow Motion
Ultra HD 4K and 2.7K resolutions are the highest available producing stunning ·
detail and video quality.
Full HD 1080P is best for handheld shots of others and can be used for recording ·
in slow motion and body or gear mounted shots.
HD 720P is best for recording in slow motion and body or gear mounted shots.·
See Slow Motion for recording in higher frame rates.·
Video resolution can be changed inside Settings > Video Recording > Video
Resolution.
Slow-motion effects are created by recording more frames per second and then
playing the same frames back at a slower rate. The higher the frame rate the more
detail can be slowed down to show detailed moments that would otherwise
appear as a blur. Set the resolution of the X1 Camera as per the list below:
FHD 1080P
HD 720P
Video Resolution
60
120
FPS
1920x1080, 16:9
1280x720, 16:9
Screen Resolution
Slow Motion can be set inside Settings > Video Recording > Slow Motion.
Time-lapse
Time-lapse effects are perfect for shooting at much lower frame rates over long
periods of time. The X1 Camera can capture images between 0.5 to 60 second
intervals. The recording starts and stops by pressing the Shutter button in Video
Recording mode. The time-lapse is saved as a video. Time-lapse intervals can be
set inside Settings > Video Recording > Time-lapse.
Sound Recording
With Sound Recording enabled the device will record audio for the current video
clip via the integrated microphone. Features enabled/disabled inside Settings >
Video Recording > Sound Recording.
Loop Recording
With Loop Recording enabled video clips are recorded and saved to the memory
card in set durations. Once the memory card is full, the Loop Recording feature
automatically overwrites the earliest unprotected video clip. This prevents long

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PHOTO CAPTURE MODE
Driving Mode
The X1 Camera can operate like a car dash camera in Driving Mode. The camera
will automatically power on and begin video recording when connected to power.
Once disconnected from power it will stop recording and automatically shut down
after a period of time. If operating as a car dash camera, Driving Mode is best used
alongside Loop Recording for the most efficient storage of video clips. Feature
enabled/disabled inside Settings > All Modes > Driving Mode.
Photo Resolution
Set the Photo Resolution of the X1 Camera inside Settings > Photo Capture >
Photo Resolution.
Timer
Delay the capture of a single photo by up to 20 seconds after pressing the Shutter
button. Self-Timer can be set inside Settings > Photo Capture > Self-Timer.
Auto
Capture photos at set intervals in a continuous loop using Auto-Shoot. Set the
interval timer for capturing photos between 3, 10, 15, 20 and 30 seconds. The
first photo will be captured the selected interval time after pressing the Shutter
button in Photo Capture mode. An audible beep indicates each second passed
between photos being captured. The X1 Camera will continue to take photos
until the Shutter button is pressed again. Auto-Shoot intervals set inside
Settings > Photo Capture > Auto-Shoot.
Photo Burst
The X1 camera will capture several photos in quick succession in burst mode.
Set between 3, 5 and 10 photos taken continuously after pressing the Shutter
button in Photo Capture mode. Burst can be set inside Settings > Photo
Capture > Burst.
duration video clips from being lost in a single overwrite. Set video clip durations
between 2,3 or 5 minutes. Video clip duration set inside Settings > Video
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ALL MODES & GENERAL
Image Rotation
If you mount your X1 Camera upside down, select Image Rotation to automatically
flip the image vertically, saving you time editing video files later. Feature set
inside Settings > All Modes > Image Rotation.
WiFi
To enable a connection with your device select WiFi in the menu (alternatively
simply hold and press the Up button on the camera). Enable WiFi inside
Settings > All Modes > WiFi.
Auto Screensaver
Automatically turn off the LCD display screen after 10, 20 or 30 seconds. Turn
on the display screen again by pressing any button. Feature set inside
Settings > All Modes > Auto Screensaver.
Auto Shutdown
Automatically turn off the X1 Camera after 1, 3 or 5 minutes in standby mode
(camera inactive, not recording or taking photos). Feature set inside Settings >
All Modes > Auto Shutdown.
Language
Change the language of the X1 Camera by using the Up and Down buttons to
navigate options. Short press the Shutter/Select button to confirm device
language. Feature set inside Settings > General > Language.
Date-Time
Change the date and time of the X1 Camera by using the Up and Down buttons
to change each data entry (YYYY-MM-DD HH-MM-SS). Short press the Shutter/
Select button to confirm data and move to the next entry. Short press the Mode
switch button to save and exit menu. Feature set inside Settings > General >
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COMMON FUNCTIONS
Connecting to a Computer
Connect the X1 Camera to a computer using the mini USB cable included.
Power on the camera and select from the following options:
· In this mode the contents of the memory card will appear as a USB Mode:
regular disk drive on your computer, as if it was a USB flash drive. Browse, play,
manage and download saved files as normal. Compatible with Windows (XP
and later) and Mac (OS X and later).
· Select this mode for using your X1 Camera as an external computer PC Camera:
webcam.
· Solely for charging your camera.Charging Mode:
File Management
Recorded video and photo files are saved in the following date + time format:
YYYYMMDD_HHMMSS (year, month, day_hour, minute, second)·
Files are then classified and grouped into different folders:
Video: All saved video files.·
Photo: All saved photo files.·
Choosing a MicroSD Card
A memory card with larger storage space can be used to store longer individual
video clips or a longer total duration of saved files. This device supports TF/MicroSD
cards with a storage space of up to 64GB.
Use memory cards of class 10 and above for optimal performance. Format Note:
memory card the first time you use it.
Please note "exFAT" formatted TF/MicroSD cards are not supported by this
camera (commonly used for 64GB or larger memory cards). Please ensure your
TF/MicroSD card is formatted to the supported "FAT32" format. To reformat a
TF/MicroSD card simply enter it into the X1 Camera card slot and format by
navigating to Settings > General > Format. Please ensure you save any important
files stored on your memory card before formatting it.

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MOUNTING GUIDELINES
Camera Housing
The X1 Camera comes with a protective camera housing
and two types of back windows:
The standard back window makes the camera housing
IP68 rated - dustproof, dirtproof, sandproof and
waterproof up to 196 feet / 60 metres. Best for use in
hazardous environments.
The open window provides better sound quality and
easier viewing during playback. It will not however
protect against dust, sand, dirt or water. Best for use
inside vehicles and other non-hazardous environments.
To swap a back window:
1. Swing open the back window so that it hangs downwards.
2. Firmly pull the back window down until it snaps free from the main camera
housing.
3. Slide the pin out, and slide it into the two hinges of the replacement back
window.
4. Line up the replacement back window with the hinge opening of the camera
housing.
5. Push upwards on the replacement back window until it clicks into place.
Ensure to keep all rubber seals clean and free from hair, dirt and WARNING:
grains of sand that could cause leaks and damage to your camera and the
battery. To clean the seals, remove the back window and rinse with non-salt
water, shaking dry.
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In saltwater conditions clean the camera housing after every use to prevent
salt buildup around the seals and corrosion of the hinge pin. Rinse thoroughly
with non-salt water, shaking dry. Failure to do so could cause failure, leaks
and damage to your camera and the battery.
Types of Mounts
Camera
1x Camera Housing
Joints
1x Straight Joint 2x 90-degree
Joints (Long &
Short)
1x 360-
degree Joint
Mounts
1x Handlebar
Mount
1x Helmet
Mount
1x Tripod Mount
2x Adhesive
Mounts (Flat &
Curved)
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· Firmly press adhesive mounts into place and ensure full contact over the entire
surface.
Attach adhesive mounts in room temperature conditions.·
Loop the circular ring of the Tether over the thumbscrew of the camera housing ·
and attach the other end to a secure anchor point. This will help prevent losing
the camera if it accidentally releases. To avoid injury do not use tether if
attaching camera to a helmet or other personal protective gear.
Mounting Accessories
· 2x Velcro Straps
2x Buckle Straps·
4x Cable Ties·
1x Tether·
2x Replacement Adhesive Pads·
1x Waterproof Data Cable·
1x Cleaning Cloth·
Note: To securely attach a mount please ensure you read the following instructions
below:
Attach adhesive mounts 72 hours before use (24 hours minimum) to ensure a ·
strong bond.
Adhesive mounts must be mounted on smooth surfaces to ensure a proper bond.·
Apply adhesive mounts to clean surfaces only - wax, oil or dirt will weaken the ·
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
2.4inch x 1.6inch x 1.32inch
(60mmx41mmx33.5mm) (LxWxH)
About 0.14oz (65g)
170-DEGREE, 6G A+ HD fish-eye lens
2.0"HD screen(16:9)
MP4
4K 30FPS (3840x2160 30FPS)
2.7K 30FPS (2688x1520,30FPS)
1080P 60FPS (1920x1080P 60FPS)
1080P 30FPS (1920x1080P 30FPS)
720P 120FPS (1280x720,120FPS)
720P 60FPS (1280x720,60FPS)
720P 30FPS (1280x720,30FPS)
Product Dimension
Weight
Display Screen Dimension
Lens
Video Resolution
Video Format
Still Picture/Photo Resolution
Still Picture/Photo Format
External Storage Card Type
External Storage Support
Microphone/Loudspeaker
Light Frequency
USB Port
HDMI
External Power Supply
Battery
Computer System Requirement
Language Selection
JPEG
TF/Micro SD
Up to 64GB
Built-in
50Hz/60Hz
MiniUSB
Support
DC5V 1A
1000mAH internal Li-ion battery
Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese,
English, Russian, Japanese, Korean,
Russian, French, Italian, Spanish, Polish,
Dutch, Portuguese, Thai, bahasa, Arabic
PC: Windows XP and above
MAC: OS X and above
2M 1600x1200
5M 2592x1936
8M 3264x2448
12M 4000x3000
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Note: Android version supports 4.4.2 or above versions IOS8.0 or higher version
is compatible with iPhone5s or above models.
The design and specifications of this product could be amended at any
time without prior notifications. There might be some differences between the
product and the description in this manual.

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