ADR90BLX1 - Car camera PHILIPS - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Driving Recorder / Car Camera
Brand	Philips
Model	ADR90BLX1
Image Sensor	2.1 Megapixel CMOS
Video Resolution	Full HD 1080p @30fps, HD Premium 720p @60fps, HD Premium 720p @30fps
Display	2.7" LCD (960x240)
Lens	7G wide angle, FOV 171° (Diagonal)
Aperture	F/#2.0
File Format	MOV (H.264 video, PCM audio)
Memory Card	Micro SD (≥8GB, Class10, up to 64GB recommended)
Recording Time	320 min (32GB, Full HD), 640 min (64GB, Full HD)
Power Supply	12V to 5V/1A via OBD cable
Operating Temperature	-10°C to 65°C
Storage Temperature	-20°C to 70°C
Dimensions (LxWxH)	106.7 x 50.0 x 32.5 mm
Accessories Included	OBD cable, Bracket, Quick Guide, Sticky Tape, Cable Clips
Key Features	WaveGuard parking surveillance, collision detection, emergency recording, seamless loop, driver fatigue alert, WDR, EasyCapture button
Interfaces	Micro USB 2.0, Mini HDMI, Micro SD slot, built-in microphone and speaker
Languages	English, Chinese
RTC Backup	5 days
Auto LCD Off	Yes, configurable

Frequently Asked Questions - ADR90BLX1 PHILIPS

How do I install the Philips ADR90BLX1 in my car?

First, insert a Micro SD card (≥8GB, Class10) into the slot with gold contacts facing front. Then, clean the windshield area and attach the bracket at 18–38°C. Wait 24 hours before mounting the device. Connect the OBD cable to the device and plug it into your car's OBD port (typically under the dashboard). Use cable clips to secure the cable. Finally, adjust the angle using the knob and ensure the lens has a clear view through the windshield wiper area.

What type of memory card should I use?

Use a Micro SD card with at least 8GB capacity, Class 10 or higher. A 64GB card is recommended for longer recording times. The device must format the card before first use. Avoid using low-quality or worn-out cards, as they may cause errors like 'SD slow speed'.

How do I enable parking monitoring?

In the system settings, select the Parking Monitoring icon. You can set the detection range to Far, Middle, or Near. The device will automatically record when motion is detected. To maximize parking time, set resolution to 720p and use a 64GB card. Note that the number of emergency files is limited to 12; backup important files before restarting the engine.

How do I manually start an emergency recording?

During video recording, press the EasyCapture button (marked with a triangle return symbol) to create an emergency video file. The status indicator will turn red. These files are saved in the Emergency folder and are protected from being overwritten until the limit of 12 files is reached.

Can I use the device without the OBD cable?

No, the Philips ADR90BLX1 is designed to be powered exclusively via the provided OBD cable (12V to 5V/1A). The OBD port provides constant power for parking monitoring. Using a different power source may damage the device or cause malfunction. The device turns on/off automatically with the car's ignition.

How do I set the date and time?

Press the OK button to open the main menu. Use ▲/▼ to select the Date/Time icon and press OK. Press OK to cycle through fields (year, month, day, hour, minute). Adjust each field with ▲/▼, then press the triangle return button to save changes. Correct date/time are essential for the driver fatigue alert and time stamp.

What does the driver fatigue alert do?

This feature calculates a fatigue index based on driving time and time of day. It displays a value on screen: green (below 60), yellow (60–80, with one alert sound), or red (above 80, with three alert sounds and a pop-up icon). The system alerts every two hours of continuous driving. You can switch it on/off in the settings. The system time must be set accurately.

How do I format the micro SD card?

Go to the main menu by pressing OK, select the Format icon, and confirm. This will erase all data on the card. Always format a new card in the device before first use. If you see frequent 'SD slow speed' prompts, format the card or replace it with a recommended model.

Why is the device overheating or turning off?

The device has a protection feature: if the cabin temperature exceeds 70°C, it powers off automatically. To prevent this, park in shaded areas or use a sun shade. In winter, a weak battery may reduce parking monitoring time. Also, ensure the device is not blocked by direct sunlight or heater vents.

How do I transfer videos to a computer?

Turn off the device and remove the Micro SD card. Insert it into a card reader connected to your computer. Alternatively, you can connect the device to a PC via the Micro USB port; the device will enter data transfer mode. Videos are stored in folders labeled Normal and Emergency. Use compatible media players to view the .MOV files.

USER MANUAL ADR90BLX1 PHILIPS

Automotive Driving Recorder

ADR900

User manual

English 5

简体中文 21

ภาษาไทย 37

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Table of Contents

1 Product Overview 5
2 Quick Start....6

2.1 Insert the Memory Card....6
2.2 Install in Vehicle 6

2.3 Automatic Power On/Off....8
2.4 Manual Power On/Off 8
2.5 Manual Voice Recording Off/On....9

2.6 Remove the Memory Card 9
2.7 About Micro SD Card....9

3 User Interface....9
4 System Setting....12

4.1 Set Date and Time....12
4.2 Function Settings ......12

5 Operating Instruction 14

5.1 Recording Videos....14
5.2 Playback Videos 14
5.3 Deleting Videos ....15
5.4 Protecting Videos....16

6 Add-on Functions....17

6.1 WaveGuard® Parking Monitoring......17
6.2 Driver Fatigue Alert....17

7 Technical Specification....19
8 Disclaimer....20

1 Product Overview

1. Bracket Holder
2. Lens
3. Micro SD card Slot
4. Slide Switch (ON/OFF)
5. Enter Button (OK)
6. Up Button (▲)
7. EasyCapture Button/Return(△)

8. Micro USB Port

9. Status Indicator

10. Mini HDMI Port
11. Down Button/Voice Recording On/Off (▼)
12. Microphone
13. OBD Cable
14. WaveGuard® Indicator
15. DC Converter Box
16. Speaker

Attention: 1. This device is equipped with an OBD power adapter. The OBD is the On Board Diagnostics interface of the car and it can provide constant power supply for the device.

1. To find your car's OBD port, please refer car's user manual or ask the car dealer.
   3.Please do NOT operate the device while driving!
2. Please take TF (Micro SD) out as earlier as possible, to prevent important videos overwritten!

2

Quick Start

2.1 Insert the Memory Card

1. Insert the memory card with the gold contacts facing to the front of the device.

2. Push the memory card until it clicks into place, and slide the switch to ON.

2.2 Install in Vehicle

1. Peel off the protective plastic film from both the bracket and Lens.

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1. Please make necessary attempts to find a pasting position where the portion of windscreen in front of device's lens can be cleaned automatically by the vehicle windscreen wiper, and the status indicator of device can be easily captured by the eyes of the driver. Please do clean the pasting surface of glasses beforehand.

Attention: 1. Please execute the pasting of the bracket only when the environment temperature is 18\~38°C, or switch on car air conditioner.

1. The device should be installed in a position where should not block driver's view.

1. Mount the device after 24 hours. Attach the bracket to the device. Slide it into the bracket holder until you hear a click.

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1. Loose the knob to adjust the device to proper position. Then tighten the knob to make sure the device securely locked.

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1. Connect the micro USB port of OBD cable to the Micro USB port of the device.

2. Plug the OBD cable to the OBD socket of your vehicle.

3. Paste the DC converter box of OBD cable near the device.

Attention: 1. The location of most cars' OBD port is in area A, B, C, D or E. 2. To avoid OBD cable hanging unsafely or extruding higher than 10 ~mm in car cabin, PLEASE USE CABLE CLIPS TO FIX OBD CABLE! 3. The mounting of the device and OBD cable should NOT interfere the normal operation of vehicle's original equipments, such as airbag etc.

2.3 Automatic Power On/Off

1. Once the power of the vehicle is on, the device automatically turns on.
2. If you disconnect the OBD cable, the device automatically turns off.

2.4 Manual Power On/Off

1. To turn on the device, slide the switch to ON.
2. To turn off the device, slide the switch to OFF.

2.5 Manual Voice Recording Off/On

1. When the setting of voice recording in System Setting is OFF, press ▼ to switch on voice recording.

1. When the setting of voice recording in System Setting is ON, press ▼ to switch off voice recording.

2.6 Remove the Memory Card

Slide the switch to Off, and push to eject the memory card out of the slot.

2.7 About Micro SD Card

1. Please use Micro SD card with the capacity at least 8GB, Class10
2. Be sure to format Micro SD card using the device before the usage.
3. The relationship between card capacity and recording time:

Micro SD Card Capacity	Video Resolution
	(720P/30FPS) (720P/60FPS) (1080P/30FPS)
32GB 520 minutes 340 minutes 320 minutes
64GB 1040 minutes 680 minutes 640 minutes

Notes:

1. If vehicle is not be used over a month, please do disconnect OBD cable to avoid the possible over power consumption of vehicle battery.
2. Please use the dedicated OBD cable to avoid noncompliance with the device.
3. Once connected to a PC through USB, the device only allows data transferring.

4. To maximize parking monitoring time, you need

5. Set video resolution to 720p, to double the valid monitoring time of 1080p.

6. Use 64G TF card, to double the valid monitoring time of 32G TF.

7. Set parking monitoring range to "near", to extend the valid monitoring time 10\~30%.

8. Every TF card has a limited lifetime, especially used for high volume data read/writing, in the high vibration & high temperature car environment,

9. Please use only recommended TF card;

10. When frequently prompting "SD slow speed, format or replace it", please replace with a new one.

3 User Interface

No.	Description
1	Emergency recording status indicator
2	Voice recording ON/OFF indicator
3	WDR(Wide dynamic range) ON/OFF indicator
4	Video resolution indicator
5	Video recording/stop status indicator
6	Driver fatigue alert icon
7	Driver fatigue index
8	ISO value
9	Date & Time stamp
10	Status indicator- Blue: Video Recording status- Red: Emergency recording status (when the EasyCapture button is pressed)- Off: Non-recording status

4

System Setting

Press OK to show the main menu, and set different functions of the device.

4.1 Set Date and Time

1. Press OK to open the main menu.

1. Press ▲/▼ to select Date&Time icon and press OK to enter date and time setting Menu.

1. To adjust date and time field, press OK to select the field.

2. Press ▲/▼ to select the value.

3. Repeat steps 3-4 to adjust other fields.

4. Press ⚠ to save your changes.

4.2 Function Settings

No.	Function	Menu Icon	Description
1 Video			Watch and operate normal and emergency video files.users can play, pause, delete, lock, or unlock the video files.
2 Resolution			Set the video resolution to Full HD 1080P(FHD), HD Premium(60FPSHD+) or HD Premium(HD+).
3	WDR (Wide Dynamic Range)		Switch on/off WDR function.
4	Collision Detection		Select the sensitivity level of collision detection to high / middle /low /off.
5	Date/Time Set	and time for the device
6	LCD Auto Off		Set the time before the LCD is turned off automatically, or set the LCD always on.
7	Format		Format your Micro SD Card.
8	Language China	English are available for selection.
9	Voice Recording		Switch on/off voice recording function.
10	EV Value Manual	just the exposure value.
11	Time Stamp Sy	on/off date & time watermark on the video.
12	Parking Monitoring		Set the protective range of parking monitoring as far/middle/near.
13	Driver Fatigue Alert	Witch on/off driver fatigue alert function.
14	Default Reset	rice settings to factory default ones.
15	About Firmwal	sion, and other related product information.

5 Operating Instruction

5.1 Recording Videos

5.1.1 Normal Video Recording

When the engine of the vehicle is on, the device automatically turns on and starts recording continuously. When the engine of the vehicle is off (parking status), video recording will stop automatically. But as long as any moving object at a reasonable range in front of the device is detected, WaveGuard® indicator

will flash and then video recording function will be activated immediately. If no any further moving event happens in 10 seconds' time, the video recording function will be shutdown again. All these video files will be saved into the Normal video folder.

5.1.2 Emergency Video Recording

1. When the Collision Detection function is activated, the device will automatically detect any collision events, and create an emergency video file and save it into the Emergency video folder. While driving, the emergency video clip will show video before and after that event. While parking, the emergency video clip can only show video after an event.

2. During video recording status, you can manually create an Emergency Recording, to secure a video file of any interesting moment with the EasyCapture buttons.

3. To ensure the effective protection time of parking monitoring, the number of emergency files are restricted to 12. If that limit is exceeded, the older ones would be deleted automatically. In that case, please BACKUP before the vehicle engine is started.

5.2 Playback Videos

1. Press OK to enter the main Menu.

2. Press ▲/▼ to select Video icon and press OK.

3. Press ▲/▼ to select Normal or Emergency Video folder and press OK.

4. Press ▲/▼ to find the desired video file and press OK, and then select Play to play it.

1. During playing video, press OK to pause, press ▲ to fast forward, press ▼ to fast backward, or press emergency button to return.

5.3 Deleting Videos

1. Press ▲/▼ to find the desired video file and press OK, and then select Delete to remove it.

1. Select Delete All to delete all unlocked video files.

1. A confirmation message appears on the screen, press ▲/▼ to select YES and press OK to confirm deletion.

5.4 Protecting Videos

To secure videos against being overwritten,

1. Press ▲/▼ to find the desired video file and press OK.

1. Press ▲/▼ to select Lock and press OK.

1. Return to video list automatically, and the selected video is protected.

1. Use same method to lock/unlock other video files.

6.1 WaveGuard® Parking Monitoring

To protect your vehicle continuously during parking status, the device will start recording and save to Normal video folder whenever it detects moving objects. And video recording function will be shutdown automatically to conserve vehicle battery power when there is no moving objects detected. If the device detects any collisions during parking status, it will start video recording and save to Emergency video folder.

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6.2 Driver Fatigue Alert

To help vehicle drivers manage the evolution of their fatigue, a fatigue index displays the evolution of driver's fatigue, taking into account physiological and journey related parameters such as time of the day and time spent on driving. The device will alert the driver every two hours of driving. When fatigue index is less than 60, the value is displayed in green color. Before fatigue index reaches 80, yellow value is displayed with an alert sound. When fatigue index is above 80, red value is displayed with 3 alert sounds and an fatigue icon pop up to alert user. (System time needs set correctly when user switches on driver fatigue alert function). When switched off, fatigue index will not be displayed on the screen.

7 Technical Specification

Functions	WaveGuard® parking surveillanceAutomatic video recordingCollision detection & emergency file protectionSeamless loop recordingAuto exposureAuto white balanceDate and time stampAuto LCD offDriver fatigue alert and fatigue index displayEasyCapture emergency recording buttonWide angle video capturingAdvanced night view
Image Sensor	2.1 Mega-pixels CMOSFull HD(1920x1080p) @30fps
Video Resolution	HD Premium(1280x720p)@60fpsHD Premium(1280x720p)@30fps
Display	2.7" LCD (960x240)
Aperture Range	F/#2.0
Fixed Lens	7G wide angle lens, FOV 171° (Diagonal)MOV
File Format	PCM audio compression /H.264 video compression
Random Access Memory	64Mx16bit (1Gbits) DDR3 SDRAM
Internal Memory	64Mb SPI Flash
Recording Media (external memory)	Micro SD card(at least 8GB, class 10 or higher, 64GB recommended)
Recording Time	320min @32GB for full HD640min @64GB for full HD
RTC	5days
Operating Temperature	-10°C ~ 65°C
Storage Temperature	-20°C ~ 70°C
Accessories	OBD cable, Bracket, Quick Guide, Sticky Tape, Cable Clips
Interface	Micro USB 2.0, Mini HDMI port, Micro SD Slot, Microphone, Speaker
Languages	English, Chinese
Power	12V to 5V/1A, OBD cable
Dimensions (LxWxH)	106.7 x 50.0 x 32.5mm

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Disclaimer

* The device is only suitable for the 12V power supply's vehicles.
* To realize 7 days × 24 hours' protection by video surveillance, the SD card capacity must be at least 32G.
* The device only can detect and record moving objects within a limited range, and in the same direction with lens coverage, but can't detect any events in reversed direction. If you need a 360° protection of vehicle, please buy 2 devices, one is for forward direction, and the other is for backward direction.
* When vehicle's cabin temperature exceeds 70^ C, to protect vehicle's security, the device will be powered off automatically and pause the protection by video surveillance.
* Winter's low temperature, aged or un-fully-charged vehicle battery, will cause the device's effective video surveillance time reduced.
* If the windshield in front of the device's lens becomes dirty, by rain, snow, sand-storm or other nature/human factors, , it will cause the device not get effective video evidences.
* Rain, snow, swaying tree branches or busy streets/parking lot environment, will sometimes cause the video recording continuously, so the effective protection time will be greatly reduced. When the engine of an auto-start-stop enabled vehicle is restarted and leads its battery voltage lower than the voltage protection threshold, the device could be rebooted.
* Some windscreen films will not only interfere GPS, radar, ETC etc, but also affect WaveGuard® detection range. If still not satisfied by the protection range adjustment in the System Setting menu, please use a better film or “open” a small window on it for the device.

To judge the existence of the film interference, stand in front of the vehicle and wave your hand, and the red WaveGuard® indicator will not flash.

目录

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6.2 疲劳驾驶警报

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