Introduction IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS * If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation. * If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
Introduction (Continued) WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. The connection of a non- shielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will invalidate the FCC Certification or Declaration of this device and may cause interference levels which exceed the limits established by the FCC for this equipment. It is the responsibility of the user to obtain and use a shielded equipment interface cable with this device.
Introduction (Continued) Lithium-ion Battery Handling Precautions Danger Do not disassemble or modify the battery pack. The battery pack is equipped with built-in safety protection features. Should these features be disabled, the battery pack can leak acid, overheat, emit smoke, burst and/or ignite. Do not connect the positive (+) and (-) terminals with a metal object such as wire. Do not transport or store the battery pack together with metal objects such as necklaces, hair pins etc.
Introduction (Continued) Do not use an apparently damaged or deformed battery pack by drop of the battery pack or any other damage. Otherwise, acid leakage, overheating, smoke emission, bursting and/or ignition of the battery pack may occur. Do not directly solder the battery pack. Otherwise, heat can melt down its insulation, damage its gas release vent or safety features possibly leading to acid leakage, overheating, smoke emission, bursting and/or ignition.
Introduction (Continued) Caution Do not use or subject the battery pack to intense sunlight or hot temperatures such as in a car in hot weather. Otherwise, acid leakage, overheating and/or smoke emission can occur. Also, its guaranteed performance will be lose and/or its service life will be shortened. The battery pack incorporates built-in safety devices. Do not use it in a location where high levels of static electricity may be present.
Introduction (Continued) BEFORE YOU USE Temperature of the main body When this recorder is used for a long time in the power-on state, the temperature of the main body may become high. However, this is not a fault. The power plug cord applicable to the local power specifications is attached. Be sure to use power cord applicable to your local power specification. Use only the attached AC adapter. Do not use any other AC adapter on any account.
Introduction (Continued) Do not handle the recorder or the camera head roughly. When removing the battery, turn OFF the power supply to the recorder beforehand. When carrying the recorder or the camera head, be sure hold the recorder and the camera securely. When using the camera head or the recorder on your body, take care that the camera cable or the strap does not catch on anything. Never operate or watch the display while driving a car or a bike, you could have an accident.
Introduction (Continued) Battery * The battery used for this recorder is a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. This battery is susceptible to temperature and humidity, and the higher or lower the humidity is, the more the battery is susceptible. * Whenever the use of this recorder ends, be sure to remove the battery. * Note: The shooting enabled time duration is shorter in cold climate, such as at a ski area. * If the battery is dropped by accident, check the terminal area for deformation.
Introduction (Continued) SD memory card Do not leave the SD memory card in any place that is exposed to high temperature or direct sunlight or any source of electromagnetic wares or static electricity. Also, do not bend, drop or strongly shock the SD memory card. Otherwise, the SD memory card could be broken or the contents of the SD memory card could be destroyed or lost. * After use or for storage or carriage, put the SD memory card into a case or pouch.
Introduction (Continued) Condensation “Condensation” is the formation of small drops of water on the inside or outside of this recorder when steam in the air changes to liquid when it is brought from a cold place suddenly into a warm place. If the recorder is used with condensation, the camera could not take clear images or the recorder could be broken down. Condensation tends to occur when * This recorder is brought from a ski slope into a heated place.
Introduction (Continued) DISCLAIMERS ● The contents of this instruction manual are subject to change without notice. ● It is prohibited to copy any part or the whole of this instruction manual without our prior written consent. Unless used for personal use, it is also prohibited under copyright law to use this instruction manual without our prior consent.
Introduction (Continued) Life of the battery The battery has its own span of life. Along with the frequency of use and the time passed, the battery capacity decreases gradually. When the usable time becomes substantially short, the battery life seems to have come near the end. Then, procure a new battery. LCD monitor * Do not press the LCD monitor strongly, or the display of the LCD monitor could be uneven or the LCD monitor could be broken down. * When used in a cold place, images look like trailing.
Introduction (Continued) Contents Introduction ......................................................................................82 How to play the file ..................................................................... 114 Search / Bookmark ..................................................................... 115 Changing the play settings ......................................................... 117 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS .......................................................
Introduction (Continued) Confirming the Accessories upon Unpacking Recorder Camera head Instruction manual AC adapter/ Power cord Battery pack 95 USB cable Earphone Belt clip AV cable
Preparations The Name of Each Part Recorder Belt clip locking screw Strap hole Camera Head Earphone / AV output Camera cable External microphone Belt clip Camera head attaching connector Microphone Battery lock LCD POWER& HOLD LED USB terminal Lens cover DC-IN terminal MENU Head connector ENTER Front glass ∧(Up) REC SD card slot Screw lock Direction indicator ring ※The side marked with the ELMO logo indicates the upper side.
Preparations (Continued) The Name of Each Screen Folder name HOLD AV cable connection External microphone Playlist MOV00001.asf Play state : Play state : Pause state Played time Total recorded time Volume Battery remaining power Blue: Normal Red: Charged Return SD memory card Blue: SD memory card in Gray: No SD memory card 00:00:50/00:07:00 Record state ∨ ∧ SELECT ENTER OK zWarning message display : Video + audio : Video (No audio) : Audio only Load card. MOV00001.
Preparations (Continued) How to Charge the Recorder 1 Set in the battery. Fit the catches of the battery in their mating slits in the recorder, and push the battery in completely. Fit catches in Push Battery 2 Start recharging. Plug the DC plug of the AC adapter in the DC-IN terminal on the side of the recorder, and plug the power plug in the AC power outlet. Check Battery charging time and continuous operating time Charging time DC-IN terminal DC plug While charging, the LED lights up orange.
Preparations (Continued) Remaining Battery Power 1 2 According to the remaining battery power, the battery icon on the upper right corner of the LCD monitor varies as illustrated below: Battery remaining power When the remaining battery power is running low, the “No Battery Power” indicator appears on the LCD monitor and the power is turned OFF in 5 minutes. In this case, recharge the battery immediately with the supplied AC adapter.
Preparations (Continued) How to Use and Remove the Belt Clip How to attach the belt clip 1 Remove the belt clip locking screw Remove the belt clip locking counterclockwise. screw by turning 3 it Convex (B) part of the belt Belt clip locking screw 2 Slit (2) Attach the belt clip. Match the slit (1) in the reorder side with the A part of the belt clip. Slit (1) Fit the belt clip Fit the convex (B) part of the belt clip in the slit (2) by pressing it in the arrowed direction.
Preparations (Continued) How to remove the belt clip 1 3 Remove the belt clip locking screw Turn the Belt clip locking screw counterclockwise for removal. Belt clip locking screw Belt clip locking screw 2 Attach the belt clip locking screw. Attach the belt clip locking screw by turning it clockwise. Remove the belt clip. Press the C part of the belt clip in the arrowed direction while pressing the other side of the belt clip.
Preparations (Continued) How to attach/detach the camera head When attaching the camera head to the recorder, turn OFF the power supply to the recorder beforehand. Attaching the Camera Head to the Recorder 1 Remove the rubber cover. Remove the rubber cover from the camera head attaching connector of the recorder. When attaching the head connector, confirm the right connector position in relation to the camera connector so that the pins mate with the holes.
Preparations (Continued) Removing the Camera Head 1 Remove the camera head. Turn the screw lock of the head connector counterclockwise to remove the camera head, and attach the rubber cover. Waterproof function of this recorder The camera head section of this recorder is waterproof. Note with care that the recorder is NOT waterproof. zWaterproof performance: Corresponding to JIS Protection Class 8 (IP×8) with waterproof structure working up to 40m in water depth.
Preparations (Continued) How to Load and Unload the SD Memory Card When loading or unloading the SD memory card, turn OFF the power supply to the recorder beforehand, or the stored data could be lost. The file saved in the SD memory card could be corrupted or deleted or “write” function of the SD memory card could be disabled. Do not insert any object other than the SD memory card into the SD memory card socket, or the recorder could be damaged.
Turn ON and Turn OFF the Power Supply Turning ON the power supply Before turning ON the power supply, be sure to load the SD memory card. (ÎP104) 1 Turn ON the power supply. Press [POWER&HOLD] slide switch to the POWER side for approx. 2 seconds. Then, the Startup screen appears on the LCD monitor. ※When the power supply is being turned ON, do not operate any buttons.
Setting to the hold state 1 Set to the hold state. Press the [POWER&HOLD] slide switch to “HOLD” side until the switch is clicked. ※ When the recorder is set to the hold state, no other functions of the recorder are available. This helps prevent wrong operations during the recording or when playing back the data. “Click” 2 Release the hold state. Return the [POWER&HOLD] slide switch to the center.
Set the Date and Time When the power supply to the recorder is turned ON for the first time after purchase, the Date and Time Setting screen appears. Then, set the date and time according to the procedures below. 1 2 Move the cursor. To move forward the cursor, press [ENTER]. To move backward the cursor, press [MENU]. ※ cursor moves forward in the following order: Year Æ Month Æ Day Æ Hour Æ Minute Æ Second Change the values. Change the values by using [∧] or [∨] 3 Cursor Accept the values.
Recording How to record 1 2 Turn ON the power supply. (ÎP105) Start video recording. The recorded data is saved automatically on the SD memory card. Method (1): Playlist screen Method (2): Press [REC] to stand by for the recording. Press [REC] again to start recording. Playlist screen Hold down [REC] to start recording. This is convenient for quick start when the camera direction adjustment or record setting is not required. [REC] Record Standby screen Displays the camera image.
Recording (Continued) How to record (Continued) 3 End video recording. How to end (1) Record screen [ENTER] Playlist screen How to end (2) Hold down [ENTER], and the recording will end. Record screen [REC] Hold down Upon the end of recording, the recorded file can reviewed shortly. Record Standby screen Hold down [REC], and the recording will end. Hold down Stand by for the recording, and prepares for the next recording.
Recording (Continued) Changing the record settings 1 2 3 Turn ON the power supply. (ÎP105) Display the Record Mode setting screen. Press [REC] once to enter the Record mode, and then, press [MENU] to appear the Record Mode setting screen. Record settings OSD Select the record setting item. Move the cursor to the items to be set using [∧] or [∨], and press [ENTER] to make the selection. When [ENTER] is pressed in the 2nd menu level, the setting is accepted and the OSD menu disappears.
Recording (Continued) [OSD item list of record settings] Name 1st menu level 2nd menu level 704×480 640×480 Resolution 320×240 160×128 Video Quality Frame Rate Record Mode [Video/Audio] Time Display Display Brightness Camera Length Exposure High Standard Low 25 frames/sec 15 frames/sec 5 frames/sec 3 frames/sec 1 frame/sec Video + Audio Video (No Audio) Audio Only Counter Clock Dark ÅÆ Bright 11 steps 80cm 150cm Dark ÅÆBright 13 steps Function To set the resolution To set the video quality To set the
Recording (Continued) Standard duration of recording [SD memory card capacity: 1GB] Record Mode: Video (No Audio) Resolution 704 x 480 640 x 480 320 x 240 160 x 128 Video quality High Standard Low High Standard Low High Standard Low High Standard Low 25 frames/sec 34min 38min 45min 45min 54min 1hr 8min 1hr 8min 1hr30min 2hr16min 4hr32min 6hr 3min 9hr 5min 15 frames/sec 56min 1hr 4min 1hr15min 1hr15min 1hr30min 1hr53min 1hr53min 2hr31min 3hr47min 7hr34min 10hr 6min 15hr 9min [SD memory card capacity: 1G]
Recording (Continued) The actual memory capacity and recording time of the SD memory card may depend on its manufacture or type. When the SD memory card of different capacity from 1GB is used, the recording time is roughly proportional to the capacity. The recording time of the SD memory card of the same capacity varies according to the shooting conditions.
Playing back the file How to play the file 1 2 Playlist screen Turn ON the power supply (ÎP105) Select the file Select the file to be played by using [∧] or [∨]. 3 [ENTER] Play the file Press [ENTER] to play the file. ※ When the playback ends, return to the Playlist screen. z Button operation during playback Button operation [∧] [∨] Function To adjust the volume To stop temporarily [ENTER] [MENU] ☞When this button is held down, the Playlist screen is displayed again.
Playing back the file (Continued) Search / Bookmark 1 2 3 Turn ON the power supply. (ÎP105) Play the file. (ÎP114) Switch the play mode. During the data playing, each time [MENU] is pressed, the play mode is switched as follows: Play Search Bookmark Search mode In the search mode, when [∧] (UP) or [∨] (DOWN) is held down, the data in playback can be fast-rewound or fast-forwarded.
Playing back the file (Continued) Bookmark mode In the bookmark mode, when a favorite scene is checked with [ ] and [ENTER] is pressed, the checked favorite scene can be displayed instantaneously by using [∧] (UP) or [∨] (DOWN) z Button operation in the bookmark mode Button operation Function [∧] [∨] To jump to the checked bookmark To check a bookmark [ENTER] ☞When this button is held down, the bookmark is deleted. [MENU] ☞When this button is held down, the Setting Item screen is displayed.
Playing back the file (Continued) Changing the play settings 1 Turn ON the power supply. (ÎP105) 2 Play the file. (ÎP114) 3 4 Display the play settings. Press [ENTER] in playback to pause the recorder. Then, press [MENU]. Then, the Play Setting OSD appears. Play settings OSD Select the play settings. Move to the item to be set by using [∧] (UP) or [∨] (DOWN), and fix the selection by pressing [ENTER].
Playing back the file (Continued) [OSD item list of play settings] Name 1st menu level Display Function 2nd menu level ON OFF To display the status display bar on the screen in recording x 1/2 Standard Playback Speed Display Time Brightness x2 x4 x8 Counter To set the file playback speed Clock To switch the time display mode of the status display bar during recording or playback to counter mode or clock mode Dark ÅÆBright 11 steps To fix the brightness of the LCD monitor 118
Delete File 1 2 Turn ON the power supply (ÎP105) Select the file. Select the file to be operated on the Playlist screen by using [∧] or [∨]. 3 Display the OSD When [MENU] is pressed, the OSD appears. When [MENU] is pressed again, the OSD disappears ●File Operation screen Play Delete File File information SD Information Format SD Card 4 Select “Delete File.” Select “Delete File” by using [∧] (UP) or [∨] (DOWN), and press [ENTER] 5 Delete the file.
Using in Connection with External Devices Attaching an external microphone to the recorder When attaching an external microphone to the recorder, turn OFF the power supply to the recorder beforehand. 1 2 Remove the rubber cover. Remove the cover from the external microphone terminal on the top of the recorder. Attach the microphone. Connect the connection plug (only of φ 3.5mm mini-plug-shaped) of the microphone with the external microphone input terminal of the recorder.
Using in Connection with External Devices (Continued) Outputting video to the external monitor When connecting the recorder with any external equipment, turn OFF the power supply to the recorder beforehand. 1 Connect the AV cable. Remove the rubber cover from the Earphone /AV output terminal, and connect the supplied AV cable equipped with RCA pin plugs. Then, connect the AV cable on the monitor side.
Using in Connection with External Devices (Continued) Connection to the earphone 1 Connect the earphone. Remove the rubber cover from the Earphone /AV output terminal, and connect the earphone. ※The audio output of the recorder is monaural. The φ 3.5mm mini-plug can be used for earphone connection, but all operations of the earphone cannot be guaranteed. The earphone jack is common to the AV cable jack.
Changing Various Settings on the Setting Item Screen How to change 1 2 3 Turn ON the power supply.(ÎP105) Setting item Display the setting items. Hold down [MENU] to display the setting items. Select the setting item. Select the setting item by using [∧] (UP) or [∨] (DOWN), and press [ENTER]. When the setting item has 2 menu levels, the Setting Contents screen of the 2nd level is displayed. 4 Setting contents Select the setting contents.
Changing Various Settings on the Setting Item Screen (Continued) Setting Item List Name Resolution Function 704 × 480 640 × 480 320 × 240 160 × 128 Video Quality High Standard To set the resolution To set the video quality Low Record Option Frame Rate 25 frames/sec 15 frames/sec 5 frames/sec To set the frame rate 3 frames/sec 1 frame/sec Record Mode [Video/Audio] Video + Audio Video (No Audio) To set the recording mode Audio Only Display Status ON OFF Playback Speed Display ON: To display th
Changing Various Settings on the Setting Item Screen (Continued) Setting Item List (Continued) Name Function Display Time Counter Brightness Dark ÅÆBright Clock 11 steps Display To switch the time display mode of the status display bar during recording or playback to counter mode or clock mode To set the brightness of the LCD monitor Power Saving OFF mode 10 seconds 30 seconds 1 minute To automatically turn OFF the power supply to the LCD monitor at the set time ※When resetting the turned-off statu
Changing Various Settings on the Setting Item Screen (Continued) SD card information 1 2 3 Turn ON the power supply.(ÎP105) Setting item screen Display the setting items. Hold down [MENU] to display the setting items. Select “SD Card.” Select the “SD card” by using [∧] or [∨], and press [ENTER]. Then, the SD memory card items are displayed. 4 Select “SD Card information” Select the “SD Information” by using [∧] or [∨], and press [ENTER].
Changing Various Settings on the Setting Item Screen (Continued) Format SD card 1 2 3 Turn ON the power supply.(ÎP105) Setting item screen Display the setting items. Hold down [MENU] to display the setting items. Select “SD Card.” Select the “SD card” by using [∧] or [∨], and press [ENTER]. Then, the SD memory card items are displayed. 4 Select “SD Information.” Select the “Format SD card” by using [∧] or [∨], and press [ENTER].
Changing Various Settings on the Setting Item Screen (Continued) Firmware upgrade For the purpose of enhancing the recording function, the recorder can upgrade the firmware (recorder operation program). Since this upgrading is to change the central function of the recorder, improper upgrading could cause failure to the recorder, such as no startup. For upgrading the firmware, only use upgrades distributed from our website http://www.elmo.co.jp/suv-cam/en/index.
Changing Various Settings on the Setting Item Screen (Continued) 6 Select “F/W Upgrade.” Select “F/W Upgrade” by using [∧] (UP) or [∨] (DOWN), and press [ENTER]. 7 8 9 Confirm the upgrade file. When the upgrade file is not contained in the SD memory card, a message shown in the right figure appears. When the upgrade file is contained, go to the next step. Execute the upgrade. A message confirming the execution of the upgrade appears. When [ENTER] is pressed, the upgrade starts.
Changing Various Settings on the Setting Item Screen (Continued) Setting the Date and Time The date and time is saved in the recorded data. 1 2 3 4 Turn ON the power supply.(ÎP105) Display the setting items. Hold down [MENU]. Select “Set Time.”(ÎP107) Set the date and time.(ÎP107) In any of the following events, the date and time setting is reset, so the date and time should be set again: • The battery has been removed from the recorder.
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Replacing the Lens The camera lens can be replaced by the optional lens. 1 Remove the lens cover. Remove the lens cover from the camera unit mounting bracket by turning the lens cover counterclockwise. Counterclockwise Lens cover 2 Remove the lens. Remove the lens from the camera unit mounting bracket by turning the lens counterclockwise. The spring attached to the lens is used for fixing the lens. Be careful not to lose this spring.
Adjusting the Focus Do not scrub the lens or give a shock to the lens, or the lens could be damaged or failed. Note that separation at any point other than the point where separation is permitted could cause failure. Apply grease to the O-ring of the camera unit mounting bracket. If the O-ring is not coated with grease, a water leak could be caused. When the lens is replaced or the focus should be adjusted, adjust the focus. 1 2 Remove the lens cover.
Connection to the PC Connection to the PC The PC applicable to this import should have been installed with Microsoft Windows2000 (SP4 or newer) or XP (SP2 or newer). When connecting the recorder with the PC or upgrading, be sure to use both the AC adapter and the battery. 1 Connect the USB cable. Connect the supplied USB cable with the USB terminal. Then, the PC connection illustration is displayed on the LCD monitor of this recorder. ※ If this recorder is not recognized normally, redo the connection.
Connection to the PC (Continued) Do not unplug the USB cable until the file operation ends completely. The file can be renamed only on the PC. Select the file to be renamed, click [Name Change] on the File menu. After inputting a new name, press [ENTER]. Browsing the files The files in the SD memory card can be browsed on the viewer software of a PC. zThe ASF files are supported by the viewer software, such as Windows Media Player The ASF files are not always supported by all viewer software.
Troubleshooting ■Battery and power source Symptom Cause Remedy The SUV-Cam cannot be Does the battery have a charge? turned ON. Use the attached AC adapter or charge the battery. (ÎP98) The battery runs quickly after charging. If the recorder is used in cold climates, the battery power may be lowered temporarily. Warm up the recorder with your body temperature or the like.
Troubleshooting (Continued) ■Shooting, video recording and audio recording Symptom The video cannot be recorded. The recording stops suddenly The video is not normal. Cause Remedy Is the SD memory card loaded? Load the SD memory card.(ÎP104) Is the free space of the SD memory card adequate? Delete some data recording.(ÎP119) Is the SD memory card locked? Release the lock of the SD memory card. The video in play is accompanied by noise. The screen shimmers.
Troubleshooting (Continued) ■LCD monitor Symptom Cause Remedy Is the power saving mode ON? Press any button to release the power saving mode. The power supply is ON but the LCD display is Is the AV cable plugged in? OFF. If the AV cable is plugged in, the video output is switched automatically to the external monitor. To confirm on the LCD monitor, unplug the AV cable. The LCD monitor is too Is the screen brightness appropriate? bright or too dark. Adjust the screen brightness setting.
Troubleshooting (Continued) ■Played video Symptom The video played. cannot Cause be Remedy Is the SD memory card loaded? Load the SD memory card saved with the recorded data. Is there any playable data on the SD memory card? The resolution and the video quality are set too The video in play is rough. low. The video in play accompanied by noise. Video record /audio record the data in the recorder, and then play the data.
Troubleshooting (Continued) ■Others Symptom “Load the SD memory card” appears. “The SD memory card is locked” appears. “The SD memory card has not been formatted. Do you want to format it now?” appears. Cause Remedy The SD memory card is not loaded. Load the SD memory card. Is the SD memory card locked? Release the lock of the SD memory card. The format system of the SD memory card is Format the SD memory card in the FAT16 file system.(ÎP127) wrong. This is not a failure.
Specification SUV-Cam Power supply DC 3.7V(when the battery is used) ／DC 5.0V(when the AC adapter is used) Power consumption 2.8W(when the battery is used) ／4.
Optional Accessories Optional accessories Camera head 80cm Camera head 150cm Battery pack Lens f=6.0mm F2.5 Lens f=8.0mm F2.0 # 2614 # 2614-1 # 2615 # 2616 # 1616-1 For the information of the optional accessories, ask the sales outlet from whom you have purchased this recorder or visit our website at http://www.elmo.co.jp/suv-cam/en/index.
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