Andatech BodyCam Operation & User’s Manual

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Brand: Andatech
Category: Digital Camera
Model: BodyCam (Operation & User’s Manual)
File Type: PDF
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Pages: 16

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Thank you for purchasing an Andatech® BodyCam.

The Andatech® BodyCam is a state-of-the-art body camera, with functions for HD video recording, photography and audio recording, designed to help law enforcement personnel maintain a safe and secure chain of evidence. An integrated LCD screen and speaker allow recordings to be instantly reviewed. Equipped with a 140˚ wide angle lens, 5 hours nonstop recording, and even night recording, the Andatech® BodyCam is ideal for law enforcement use, security officers, and any personnel that require a secure and tamper-proof evidence collecting solution. PREPARATION Charge the batteries for at least 3.5 hours before first use. CONTENTS MAIN FEATURES SPECIFICATIONS DEVICE FUNCTIONS FUNCTIONS OVERVIEW OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SETTINGS SOFTWARE INSTALLATION TROUBLESHOOTING WARRANTY DETAILS WARRANTY REGISTRATION .................................................3 ................................................3 ...........................................4 .....................................5 ............................6 .............................................................8 ..............................9 ........................................11 ........................................12 .............................14

One touch recording

• Full HD 1080p video • 140° field of view • Built-in LCD screen and speakers • Night vision up to 10 meters with face detection • Tamper-proof recordings • Time- and date-stamped videos and photographs • Automatically saved and sorted files • Compatible with external cameras • Pre-record and post-record function • Instant playback • LED light and audible alerts • 24 hour standby • Up to 5 hours continuous recording (with full battery and no IR) SPECIFICATIONS • Frame rate: 30 Frame/s • Bit rate: 2.5Mbit/s • Video resolution: 1920x1080 / 1440x1080 / 1280x720 / 848x480 / 848x480PH • Lens angle: 140° • Illumination intensity: 24-hours (with IR) • Battery capacity: 1950mAh x 2 • Storage capacity: 16GB & 32GB • Size: 85 x 62x 31mm • Weight: 163g • Working temperature: 15~40°C • Working relative humidity: 40%~80% • Storage temperature: -20~50°C • Storage relative humidity: 93%(40°C)

Talkback Port: Connect to a walkie talkie using a

compatible cable. Video Recording: Turn on the unit and press the Video Recording button to start recording. Press the button again to stop recording. The video will be saved automatically. Take Picture: Turn on the unit and press the Picture button to take a photo. Press the button again to stop taking a photo. While video recording, press this button to capture a photograph. Audio Recording: Turn on the unit and press the Audio button to record audio only. Press the button again to stop recording. IR/Laser: Turn on unit and press and hold the IR / Laser button to activate night vision mode to take a picture in the dark. Press the button to start the IR laser to fix the position of the picture. Multi function interface: For connecting to walkie talkies, external cameras, microphones, 3G etc. HDMI / USB Ports: For connecting to a computer, charger, high definition display, etc. Playback: On standby mode, press the Playback button to display the last video, picture or audio recorded. Press the Return key to view and select others. If unit is already switched on, press the Return button to choose a video, audio, or picture file. Press the Up and Down buttons to choose the ones you would like to display or view. Lock screen: Press the Power key to lock the screen. Press again to unlock. Lighting: Press and hold the Picture button for 2 to 3 seconds. The auxiliary light will brighten up. Press again to turn off the light.

SWITCHING THE UNIT ON AND OFF

To turn the unit on: Press and hold the Power button for 2 seconds. The unit will enter Standby mode. To turn the unit off: Press and hold the Power button again for 2 seconds. RECORDING VIDEO To record a video: Turn the unit on and then press the Video button. The unit will vibrate twice, and the red Operating Light on top of the unit will light up to indicate that it is recording. To stop recording a video: Press the Video button again. The unit will vibrate twice again and sound an alert. The recorded video will be saved automatically. To record a video while unit is switched off: Press and hold the Video button for 2 seconds. The unit will turn on and enter video recording mode. To end the recording, press and hold the Power button for 2 seconds. To record a video at night: Press the IR / Laser button. The IR light will light up and the unit will enter night vision mode. The colour of the recorded video will be in black and white. RECORDING AUDIO To record audio: Turn the unit on and press the Audio button to start recording audio. The unit will vibrate and sound an alert. The Operating Light will light up in yellow to indicate that it is recording audio, and the LCD screen will display "Audio Recording". Press the Audio button again to stop the audio recording. TAKING A PICTURE To take a picture: Press the Picture button. While recording a video: Press the Picture button to take a photo while recording a video. To take a picture at night: Press and hold the Auxiliary button for 3 seconds to turn on the auxiliary light. Alternatively, use Infrared Photography mode (see below). INFRARED PHOTOGRAPHY MODE (NIGHT MODE?) Turn the unit on and press the IR / Laser button. The Laser light will light up. Press and hold the IR light button for 3 seconds. The IR light

will light up and the unit will enter Infrared Photography mode.

(Then, press the Video button to record a video, or the Picture button to take a picture in Night Mode). Pictures taken in this mode will be in black and white. TALKBACK FUNCTION Connect to a walkie talkie using a compatible cable to enable this function. INSTANT PLAYBACK After recording a video, audio or picture file, press the Playback Button to review the last recorded file. After reviewing, press the Menu button to exit. PLAYBACK Turn the unit on and press the Return button. Use the Up and Down buttons to select Photo, Video, or Audio, then press the Menu button to confirm your selection. The screen will display a list of the relevant files. Use the Up and Down buttons to scroll through the files, then press the Menu button to select a file. Press the Menu button again to replay a video or audio file. Image playback Vide o playback Audio playback Photo Video Audio Photo Video Audio Photo Video Audio

Turn on the unit and press the Menu button to enter the

Settings interface. 2. Press the Up and Down buttons to select a setting to view or amend, then press the Menu button to confirm your selection. 3. To change the selected setting, press the Up and Down buttons to choose a parameter, then press Confirm to save the change. 4. Repeat from Step 2 to change other settings. 5. Press the Return button to end. Setting options available: • Resolution • Bit rate • Photo size • Burst mode • Screen brightness • Volume • Night grade • Video section • Infrared switch • Motion detection • Pre-recording • Post-recording • Auto screen off • Auto power off • Loop recording - Select "ON" if internal storage is full. The first section of video recordings will be cut to save on storage space. • Auto power off • Reset system • Language Resolution Bitrate Photo size Burst mode Screen brightness Volume Set up 1920X1080 Low 5M Off High High

On your computer, go to Control Panel and then System

Information to find out whether it is running a 32-bit or a 64-bit version of Windows. 2. Insert the included software CD into your computer's CD-ROM drive and based on your system type from Step 1, select either the 32-bit or the 64-bit version of the file to install. 3. Follow the steps in the Installation Wizard and when completed, click "Finish". 4. Connect the device to the computer using a USB cable, and open the installed software on your computer. 5. When prompted, enter the default password 000000 then click "Linking" and then "Login". SOFTWARE INSTALLATION

Note: Follow the next steps in the stated order, as you will be

unable to return to a previous step. To return to a previous step, you will need to disconnect the device from the computer, and restart from Step 4. 6. Click "Read" and click "Timing" to sync the time and date on the device with the computer's. 7. Enter the device's ID number, Policeman number, and click "Set Up". 8. Click "Flash Disk". 9. Click "Search Document" 10. Click "Upload Document" 11. To change Device number and Policeman number, enter the new number, then click "Set Up".

Can't boot the host

Battery used up Charge the battery for 3.5 hours Protection host Click "reset" Protection host Try reconnecting the USB connection between the device and the computer Host no reponse to remote controller Lost matching information Rematching again Remote controller no response Low-voltage, screen dark Charge remote controller Battery used up Charge remote controller Short working time of host Not charged fully Charge the battery for at least 4 hours Discontinue in midway during upload to computer Electricity shortage for USB port in front panel of computer Data line connect to USB port in back panel of computer Computer can't distinguish recorder Data line issue Replace data line Client programs not installed Install client programs including drivers Driver installation failed Close protection system temporarily, install client programs again Short distance control of remote controller Part of metal sling of remote controller is antenna Hold this position when use remote controller charge battery TROUBLESHOOTING

Proof of Purchase

This warranty is valid for the original purchase and is not transferable. Please keep your purchase docket or receipt as proof of purchase and as proof of date on which the purchase was made. The purchase docket (or a copy) or receipt must be presented with the warranty when making a claim under this warranty. Service during the Warranty Period To claim for warranty, contact us on 1300 800 200 or info@ andatech.com.au to get an RA# (Return Authorisation Number). Ensure that the RA# is clearly stated on the outside of the packaging and that the product is properly packaged so that no damage occurs to the product during transit. Shipping of the product back to us for warranty will be at your cost. A product return without the RA# or proof of purchase will not be accepted. Extent of Warranty This warranty is limited to defects in workmanship or parts. All defective products or parts will be repaired or replaced. This warranty does not cover manuals and packaging. WARRANTY DETAILS It is our aim to provide you with quality products that you can trust. Our products come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or a refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. The Guarantee The product is guaranteed to be free from defects in workmanship and parts for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase. Defects that occur within this warranty period, under normal use and care, will be repaired, replaced or refunded at our discretion, solely at our option with no charge for parts and labour. The benefits conferred by this warranty are in addition to all rights and remedies in respect of the product that the consumer has under the Trade Practices Act and similar state laws.

Normal Wear and Tear

This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear to the product or parts. Exclusions This warranty does not cover: • Any defect caused by an accident, misuse, abuse, improper operation, lack of reasonable care, unauthorised modification, loss of parts, tampering or attempted repair by a person not authorised by the distributor. • Any product that has been damaged by a lightning strike either directly or indirectly or a main power surge or liquid ingress. • The product if it is located outside of Australia. • Any damage caused by improper power input or improper cable connection.

PO Box 3038

Nunawading VIC 3131 1300 800 200 www.andatech.com.au v1.0. Updated February 2016.

Visit my.andatech.com.au to register your warranty online.

Alternatively, complete this form and forward to the address below with a copy of your proof of purchase: Andatech PO BOX 3038, Nunawading VIC 3131 Australia. Product Andatech® BodyCam Date of purchase Place of purchase Surname Given name Address Suburb Postcode State Contact no. Email

PO Box 3038

Nunawading VIC 3131 1300 800 200 www.andatech.com.au v1.0. Updated February 2016.

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