DR490-2CH Manual ENGLISH
Table of Contents Introduction..................................................................4 For Windows users.......................................................................................................................................................... 26 Important safety information.....................................5 Exporting videos............................................................................................................................. 28 Overview...............
Optional accessories..................................................45 GPS receiver (Optional)............................................................................................45 Parking mode hardwiring kit (Optional)..............................................................46 Parking mode battery pack (Optional).................................................................47 Product specifications................................................48 Recording time..........................
Introduction Thank you for purchasing this BlackVue dashcam made by Pittasoft Co., Ltd. This instruction manual contains information on how to operate your dashcam. Before using your dashcam, we recommend that you read through this manual to ensure correct usage. To improve the performance of the product, the contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice. Note yy A microSD card is provided with the BlackVue dashcam when you purchase the product.
Important safety information For user safety and to avoid property damage, read through this manual and follow these safety instructions to use the product correctly. DANGER Failure to observe the following directions could result in death or property damage: yy Do not disassemble, repair, or modify the product yourself. Doing so may cause fire, electric shock, or malfunction. For internal inspection and repair, contact the service center.
WARNING Failure to observe the following directions could result in death or serious injury: yy Do not leave the product near infants, children, or pets. There is a risk of them swallowing small components, and/or their saliva may get into the product, causing an explosion due to a short circuit. yy Do not spray water or wax directly onto the product while cleaning the inside of the car. Doing so may cause fire, electric shock, or malfunction.
CAUTION Failure to observe the following directions could result in injury or property damage: yy Do not spray cleaning products directly onto the product. Doing so may cause discoloration, cracks, or malfunction. yy If the product is used outside the optimal temperature range (-20°C – 70°C/-4°F – 158°F), performance can decline or malfunctions may occur. yy Make sure that the product is installed properly. If installed incorrectly, vibrations may cause the product to fall, and may cause physical injury.
Overview In the box Check the box for each of the following items before installing the BlackVue dashcam. Front camera Rear camera connection cable microSD Card Power cord External GPS (Optional) Rear camera microSD card adapter Quick start guide Cable clips (5 EA) Note yy The illustrations in this manual may differ from the product. yy To improve the performance of the product, the contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice.
At a glance The following diagrams explain each part of the BlackVue dashcam. Front camera Camera lens 34 mm 42.6 mm Lock button 111.8 mm Mounting bracket Front security LED : Blinks slowly in normal and parking mode. :B links quickly when an event is being recorded (Impact detected) or motion is detected in parking mode. GPS LED : GPS is on. Angle indicator: You can easily set up your preferred camera angle using the white lines. Speaker Recording LED : Blinks slowly in normal mode.
Rear (rear camera connection port) GPS connection port Cover DC in (Power connector) microSD card slot Mic / Format Button Self-format function: To format the microSD card press the button for 10 seconds until the dashcam beeps. Removing and inserting the front camera yy To remove the front camera from its bracket, press the LOCK button and pull the front camera out of the mounting bracket.
Rear camera Rear security LED : Blue LED blinks when rear and front cameras are connected. Camera lens Mounting bracket Front camera connection port 25.6 mm 29.7 mm 51.3 mm 29.2 mm Removing and inserting the rear camera yy To remove the rear camera from its bracket, rotate the camera until the lens points directly away from bracket foot and pull the rear camera out.
Installation Installing the BlackVue dashcam Install the front camera behind the rear view mirror. Install the rear camera at the top of the back windshield. Remove any foreign matter and clean and dry the windshield before installation. Warning yy Do not install the product in a location where it can obstruct the driver's field of vision. 1 Turn off the engine. Open the cover of the microSD card slot, gently push the card into the slot until it locks into place and close the cover.
2 Peel off the plastic film from the front camera and the lens of the rear camera. Peel off the protective film from the double-sided tape and attach the front camera to the windshield behind the rear-viewer mirror. 3 Optional GPS receiver: Plug in the GPS receiver and attach it in a corner of the windshield. Tuck the cable into the windshield trim using the pry tool. 4 Adjust the angle of the lens by rotating the body of the front camera.
5 Peel off the protective film from the double-sided tape and attach the rear camera to the rear windshield. Adjust the angle of the lens by rotating the body of the rear camera. 6 Connect the front camera (‘Rear’ port) and the rear camera using the rear camera connection cable. 7 Use the pry tool to lift the edges of the rubber window sealing and molding and tuck in the rear camera connection cable.
8 9 Plug the power cord into the cigarette lighter socket and the front camera. Use the pry tool to lift the edges of the windshield trim/molding and tuck in the power cord. Rear camera connection cable 10 Power cord Turn on the engine. The BlackVue dashcam will power up and start recording. Video files are stored on the microSD card.
Playing and Managing Videos Playing and managing video files using your computer (Windows/Mac) Removing the microSD card 1 Unplug the power cord to turn off the dashcam. 2 Open the side cover of the front camera. 3 To remove the microSD card, gently press on the card to release the lock then carefully pull the card out. To insert the microSD card, gently push the card into the slot until it locks into place and close the side cover.
Opening video files in BlackVue Viewer 1 Remove the microSD card from the dashcam. 2 Use the included microSD card adapter to connect the card to a computer. 3 Download BlackVue Viewer from www.blackvue.com > Support > Downloads and install it on your computer. 4 Run BlackVue Viewer.
Viewer screen composition Windows Viewer When you launch the program you will see the Cloud Viewer window. Click the Format Select card button to open the SD Card Viewer window. Switch between SD card Viewer and Cloud Viewer Settings Program info.
Mac Viewer When you launch the program you will see the Cloud Viewer window. Click the button to open the SD Card Viewer window.
Playing video Playing back videos In BlackVue Viewer double click a video file to play. BlackVue Viewer shows by default the files in the microSD card. To see files in another folder click the Identify video files by recording type N: Normal recording E: Event recording yy Recording type: N: Normal E: Event P: Parking mode motion detection yy Example file name: 20170104_150838_N Date & time: 4th January 2017, 03:08:38 PM Recording type: Normal 20 BLACKVUE button and browse to the folder.
yy Use the buttons to filter the video list by recording type. Normal Event Parking The dashcam records in normal mode by default. When the dashcam detects an impact while in normal or parking mode, it switches to event mode and saves an event recording beginning 10 seconds before the event trigger. In parking mode the dashcam continuously buffers video. When motion is detected in the dashcam's field of view, it saves a parking recording beginning 10 seconds before the motion detection.
Checking the displayed time If text overlay is on the camera displays the time at the bottom of the video. If the displayed in the recorded videos is incorrect please see "Time" on page 39.
Exploring the timeline and G-Sensor graph You can explore the timeline for the playback of the recorded videos by date, hour, minute and second using the timeline. You can check the impact sensitivity (G-Sensor) information in the line graph.
Zoom options yy Use the mouse scroll wheel zoom. Right clicking will restore the video to the default size. yy You can resize the playback frame or the BlackVue Viewer window by dragging the borders. yy Full-screen view: Double click on the video image to enter full-screen view. Double click again or tap ESC to return to the default view.
Checking the GPS data You can check the GPS data of the recorded video in BlackVue while video is playing back. The driving speed and coordinates are displayed above the map frame. Note yy The external GPS receiver is required to obtain GPS data. yy GPS data is not recorded during parking mode. Map data cannot be displayed for parking mode recordings.
Managing videos You can manage the recorded videos through the BlackVue Viewer program. You can also format the microSD card. Note yy If the microSD card is full, by default the dashcam will record over the oldest videos first. Capturing or printing a still image from video 1 Double click a file in the file list to play. 2 Click the 3 Select the pause button to pause the video. capture button to capture the image or the print button to print directly.
For Mac users 1 Go to \BlackVue\Record\. 2 Select the video from the recorded video list. 3 Click Move to Trash.
Exporting videos For Windows users 1 2 3 Click next to a video in the recorded video list. Click Export. If you want to extract a segment of a file select Save segment and edit the start and end second points. To export without audio select Sound Off. You can export the Front or Rear video separately or together.
4 5 6 Click the OK button. Select the folder in which to save the file and enter the file name. Click the Save button. Copying videos For Windows users 1 Click next to a video in the recorded video list. 2 Click Copy to. 3 Select the folder in which to copy the file and enter the file name. 4 Click the Select folder button.
For Mac users 1 Go to \BlackVue\Record\. 2 Select the video from the recorded video list. 3 Click Copy "file name".
Tips for optimal performance Formatting the microSD card Caution yy Back up important video files such as event recording files before formatting the microSD card. If you format the microSD card, all the video files stored in the microSD card will be deleted. Your saved settings will not be affected. Formatting the card in the BlackVue To format the microSD card press the Mic / Format Button for 10 seconds until the dashcam beeps.
Format using BlackVue Viewer (macOS) 1 Insert the microSD card into the microSD card adapter and connect it to your computer. 2 Download BlackVue Viewer from www.blackvue.com > Support > Downloads and install it on your computer. 3 Run BlackVue Viewer. 4 Click the 32 BLACKVUE Format button and select the microSD card from the list of drives in the left frame.
5 After selecting your microSD card select the Erase tab in the main window. 6 Select “MS-DOS (FAT)” from the Volume Format drop-down menu and click Erase. Note yy Formatting the microSD card once a month is recommended. yy Format the microSD card if the recorded video quality appears to be poor. yy Only use official BlackVue microSD cards. Other cards may have compatibility issues. Pittasoft Co., Ltd. will not be held responsible for any problems caused by using another manufacturer's microSD card.
Upgrading the firmware Regularly upgrade the firmware for performance improvements and updated features. Firmware updates will be made available for download at www.blackvue.com > Support > Downloads. When upgrading the firmware all settings will be reset to their defaults. Once you have upgraded the firmware please reconfigure your settings. Upgrading the firmware using a computer (Windows or Mac) Keep your BlackVue dashcam updated by upgrading the firmware to the latest version.
4 Check the current firmware version of your BlackVue dashcam and proceed only if your version is not the latest one. Windows 5 6 Mac Format the microSD card. See "Formatting the microSD card" on page 31. Go to the BlackVue website (www.blackvue.com > Support > Download) and download the latest firmware for your BlackVue dashcam model in zip format.
7 8 Unzip the downloaded file and copy the BlackVue folder to the microSD card. Insert the microSD card into the dashcam and connect the power to initiate the firmware upgrade. Make sure the power remains on until the upgrade is completed. Any power interruption may prevent the firmware upgrade from completing, resulting in malfunction. Note yy Do not insert or remove the microSD card when the dashcam is turned on. Doing so may damage the data and cause a malfunction of the microSD card.
Changing settings Changing settings using your computer (Windows/Mac) Click on the Settings button (Windows) or the menu (macOS) to open the BlackVue settings panel. You will be able to change most of the BlackVue settings to customize its operation.
BlackVue Viewer settings Select language Select your preferred language for the BlackVue Viewer interface from the dropdown list. Speed unit on map Change the speed unit displayed on the map. Select map service Change the mapping service used.
Firmware settings Select your preferred language for the firmware from the FW language dropdown list. The audio announcements by the dashcam will be in the selected language. Basic settings Time Caution yy Please backup any important recordings before adjusting the time For optimal performance the dashcam will format the microSD card and delete all recordings stored on the card when you reinsert the microSD card into the dashcam.
If you do not connect the GPS receiver: To manually set the time select Manual time setting and set your date and time. If you connect the GPS receiver: If you run the dashcam with the GPS receiver connected, it is possible to sync with GPS time. To sync with GPS time uncheck Manual time setting and select your GMT time zone. The factory setting is GMT -11.
–– Brightness You can adjust the recording brightness level of the cameras. –– Saturation You can adjust the color saturation level of the cameras. Recording settings –– Normal recording When turned off the dashcam does not record in normal mode. –– Automatic parking mode If enabled, the dashcam switches from normal mode to parking mode when the vehicle is stationary for 5 minutes. –– Voice recording (Mic Volume) When turned off the dashcam does not record audio.
Sensitivity settings G-Sensor (Normal mode) / G-Sensor (Parking mode) The G-sensor measures the movement of your vehicle. When the G-sensor detects significant or sudden movement (such as an impact or collision) it will trigger an event recording. You can adjust the sensitivity so minor incidents and bumps don't trigger an event recording. To turn off event recordings by impact detection set the G-sensor sensitivity to off.
System settings Security LED (Front camera) You can turn the front security LED on/off. Volume You can adjust the volume of the voice guidance/alarms and turn the event recording beep on/off.
Storage allocation Please backup any important recordings before adjusting the storage allocation. The dashcam may delete some recordings when you reinsert the microSD card into the dashcam. You can adjust the percentage of the microSD card storage allocated to Event and Parking mode recordings (10% up to 80%). The remaining space will be allocated to Normal mode recordings.
Optional accessories GPS receiver (Optional) If you do not install an external GPS receiver, videos are recorded without GPS coordinates and driving speed information. To include speed, recording location, and the driving route data in the videos, install an external GPS receiver. Note yy If you purchased the product without an external GPS receiver, please visit the BlackVue website (www.blackvue.com) for information about purchasing a GPS receiver separately.
Parking mode hardwiring kit (Optional) The BlackVue dashcam will turn off when the engine is turned off. To record video while the engine is turned off, a hardwiring kit (such as the Power Magic Pro) is required. The Power Magic Pro powers your dashcam when the engine is off by hardwiring it to the automotive battery. A low voltage power cut-off function and a parking mode timer protect your vehicle's battery from discharge.
Parking mode battery pack (Optional) To record video when the engine is turned off without using the vehicle's battery, you can install a parking mode battery pack. The Power Magic Battery Pack B-112 powers a single dashcam for up to 12 hours after 1 hour of rapid charging. When the engine is off the battery pack powers the dashcam. When the engine is on the dashcam is powered directly from the vehicle's battery and the battery pack charges.
Product specifications Model Name DR490-2CH Color/Size/Weight Front: Black / Width 111.8 mm x Height 34 mm / 58 g Rear: Black / Width 51.3 mm x Height 29.7 mm x Thickness 29.2 mm / 18 g Memory microSD Card (16 GB/32 GB/64 GB/128 GB) Recording Mode Normal Recording, Event Recording (Impact Detection), Parking Mode Recording (Motion & Impact Detection) * For parking mode recording, a Parking Mode Battery Pack (Power Magic Battery Pack) or a Parking Mode Hardwiring Kit (Power Magic Pro) is required.
Backup Battery Built-in super capacitor Input Power DC 12V – 24V (DC Plug: Power Consumption Avg. 320 mA (3.84 W at 12 V, when there is no external GPS receiver) Avg. 350 mA (4.20 W at 12 V, when an external GPS receiver is connected) * Actual power consumption may vary depending on use conditions and environment. Operation Temperature -20 °C–70 °C (-4 °F–158 °F) Storage Temperature -20 °C–80 °C (-4 °F–176 °F) (Ø3.5 x Ø1.35), MAX 1A/12V) High Temperature Cut-Off Approx.
Recording time Camera Memory Capacity 16GB 32GB Front + Rear 64GB 128GB Camera Front Rear 50 BLACKVUE Image Quality Total Recording Time (Normal + Event + Parking) Highest 1 HR 34 MIN High 1 HR 54 MIN Normal 2 HR 26 MIN Highest 3 HR 10 MIN High 3 HR 51 MIN Normal 4 HR 57 MIN Highest 6 HR 21 MIN High 7 HR 42 MIN Normal 9 HR 59 MIN Highest 12 HR 44 MIN High 15 HR 34 MIN Normal 20 HR 2 MIN Image Quality Bit Rate Highest 11 Mbit/s High 9 Mbit/s Normal 7 Mbit/s Highest
Note yy If the microSD card is full, the oldest files of the same recording mode type are deleted first to make space for newly-recorded videos. Copy important files, such as event recording files, to other storage media. yy Total recording time is different depending on the memory capacity of the microSD card, image quality and storage allocation settings. yy You can adjust the percentage of the microSD card storage allocated to Event or Parking mode recordings (minimum 10%; maximum 80%).
Disposal and recycling information Disposal of your BlackVue dashcam 1. All electrical and electronic products should be disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or the local authorities. Contact local authorities to learn about disposal and recycling options available in your area. 2. The correct disposal of your BlackVue dashcam will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health. 3.
Before Requesting Service Please back up all important files and data before requesting service. In order to service the dashcam it may be necessary to delete all files and data from the dashcam. All servicing is provided on the basis that the user has backed up all necessary files and data before requesting service. Therefore Pittasoft Co., Ltd. will not be responsible for the loss of any files or data.
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