user manual
contents Quick Start 5 Using the Remote Overview 7 a) Basic Remote Use Precautions • Using the Remote Control 17 a) General Precautions 8 b) Weather Resistance 8 • Cancelling a Remote Pairing 17 9 • Pairing a Remote Control 18 • Pairing Multiple Cameras to a Single Remote 18 Mounting the Camera b) Remote Pairing Preparing for Use a) Battery Installation Conserving Battery Life 19 20 • Installing the Camera Battery 11 Camera Care • Changing the Remote Control Ba
quick start We have carefully designed the Drift HD package as an all-in-one solution, allowing you to shoot in virtually any situation without having to purchase extra equipment apart from a micro SD card. We want you to be able to start using your camera as soon as possible. This section contains the basic information you need right away. Note: The rechargeable battery will need to be fully charged before its first use. Please see page 11 for details on how to proceed in order to charge the battery.
overview precautions Rear Hatch UP Button 1.5" LCD Screen MENU Button a) General Precautions Attention: Please take note of the following guidelines when using your Drift HD: • Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged under adult supervision. • The camera is shock resistant, but not shock proof. • For your safety, do not press the buttons on the camera body during sports activities. DOWN Button • Do not place the camera in areas prone to dust or damp for extended periods of time.
mounting the camera The Drift HD can be mounted in a different number of ways using the mounts Tips on Mounting the Camera: provided: • Great video footage generally features Fixing the Camera onto the Universal Clip 1. Align the screw of the universal clip with the thread on the underside of the camera body. 2. Twist the screw thread in a clockwise direction. 3. As the universal clip tightens against the body of the camera, rotate the universal clip to provide the desired angle of attachment. 4.
preparing for use a) Battery Installation Installing the Camera Battery 6. Once the camera is fully charged, the LED will turn off. Remove the USB cable and close the rear hatch. It takes around 2½ hours to be battery to be fully charged. 1. Please unscrew the rear hatch of the camera (anti-clockwise movement). Note: If the LED is does not turn blue, the battery is not charging. Please follow the above instructions carefully to ensure that the LED turns blue and the battery does actually charge. 2.
preparing for use d) Using the micro SD Card E) rear Hatches The Drift HD can take micro SD or SDHC cards of up to 32GB in size. The Drift HD comes with two different hatches, for distinct purposes: Inserting and Removing the Micro SD Card Regular Rear Hatch 1. Turn the camera off. The regular Rear Hatch is used most when no cables are connected to the camera. As 2. Unscrew and remove the rear hatch (anti-clockwise movement).
using the camera a) Changing the Record Mode In order to switch between recording video and shooting photos, you will need to change the camera Record Mode in the Video Configuration Menu. 1. Press the MENU button to open the Main Menu. 2. Use the UP and DOWN buttons to highlight the Video Configuration icon, and press the SELECT button. 3. The screen will show a list of settings. Highlight the Record Mode option and press Video Configuration Record Mode Resolution: 1080P Frame Rate: 30 Exposure: 0.
using the remote a) Basic Remote Use Pairing the Remote Control to your camera The Drift HD comes with a wireless RF (radio frequency) remote control to allow easy, 1. Press the MENU button to open the Main Menu. hands-free operation of the camera. It can be used both to record video and to take 2. Highlight the Setup icon, and press the SELECT button. photos. 3.
conserving battery The Drift HD comes with a rechargeable 1110mAh Lithium-Ion battery, allowing you to record continuously for hours between charges. However, sometimes you may find yourself in a location without a power outlet to charge your camera with. Also, cold conditions drain battery power at a faster rate. Fortunately, the Drift HD comes with a number of features to extend the battery life. These can all be found in the Setup Menu.
menu options a) The Main Menu # Video Files # Photo Files d) Video Configuration Menu To open the Menu, press the MENU button when the camera is switched on. A screen To change Video Configuration settings, highlight the setting you wish to change and containing the four Menu icons will appear: press the SELECT button. Use the UP and DOWN arrows to choose the option you want, and press the SELECT button again to confirm it.
menu options e) Setup Menu To change Camera Setup settings, highlight the setting you wish to change and press the SELECT button. Use the UP and DOWN arrows to choose the option you want, and press the SELECT button again to confirm it. The icon next to the setting name will reflect the new setting. Menu Mic Sensitivity Options High (Default) Medium LCD Brightness Description Different sports have different ambient sound levels.
connecting the camera You can copy your recorded video footage and photos to a PC or Mac computer by B) Playing the video footage on a Computer using the included USB cable. 1. Some computers may not have the correct codecs required for video playback and editing. a) Connecting the Camera to a Computer 2. If you experience difficulties playing video recorded with your camera, you can Connecting to a Windows PC download VLC media player for free from www.videolan.org 1.
faqs What type of memory card does the camera support? The videos and photos give me a slight fisheye effect. Is this right? The Drift HD supports Micro SD cards from all leading brands. We strongly recommend you to stick to reliable brands and dealers. Yes. We specifically selected a 170° lens to provide users with the quirky wide angle that was prominent in the early days of helmet The unit is also compatible with Micro SDHC cards. cameras, particularly in skateboarding.
system requirements To smoothly view and edit 1080p HD video, powerful hardware is required: Recommended System Requirements – Windows • 3.2 GHz Pentium 4 processor or higher • At least 2GB of RAM • Graphics Card with at least 256MB of video RAM (512MB for video edition) troubleshooting ! High Definition Video requires large amounts of hard drive space. If your hard drive is not large enough, you may wish to consider purchasing an external hard drive to store your video files.
technical specifications further help • Sensor type: CMOS We make every effort to ensure the accuracy and appropriateness of the information • Water Resistant provided on our products. We encourage you to contact our Technical Support Team on info@driftinnovation.com with any problems or suggestions. • Video resolution: 1080p, 720p & SD Please note that the Technical Support Team cannot issue or authorise any Returns, • Video format: .MOV (H.264 codec) RMA's or replacements.
warranty INFORMATION FOR USERS Thank you for purchasing the Drift HD. We are confident you will have great fun with In accordance with European Directives 2002/95/CE, 2002/96/CE and 2003/108/ your brand new Drift camera. CE on the restriction of the use of dangerous substances in electric and electronic Warranty equipment as well as their waste disposal. To obtain our warranty service, register your product at www.driftinnovation.com.
