Voice Tracer VTR8102 - Dictaphone PHILIPS - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Digital Voice Recorder / Body Camera
Model	Voice Tracer VTR8102
Dimensions (W x H x D)	56 x 78 x 25 mm
Weight	110 g (without back clip)
Power Source	Built-in non-removable lithium battery
Charging Time	Approx. 4 hours (device off), approx. 6 hours (device on)
External Memory	TF card, supports up to 256 GB (C10 recommended)
Recording Format	MP3 (mono, 128 kbps) for voice; MP4 for video
Video Resolution	2304x1296 30p, 1920x1080 30p, 1280x720 30p, 848x480 30p
Photo Resolution	Up to 38M (multiple levels from 38M down to 2M)
Lens	Super-wide angle lens with IR cut filter
Infrared Illumination	Automatic or manual switch
Display	On-screen display with time, ID watermark, battery status
Key Features	One-touch voice/video recording, pre-recording (17s), delayed recording (5-60s), motion detection, video loop, in-car mode, ID number setting
Speaker	High-definition built-in speaker
Connectivity	USB 2.0 High Speed (acts as USB mass storage device)
Operating Temperature	-30°C to 55°C
Humidity	10% - 90% (non-condensing)
Compatible Operating Systems	Windows 7/8/10/Vista/XP/2000, Mac OS X, Linux
Accessories Included	USB cable, shoulder clip, user manual

Frequently Asked Questions - Voice Tracer VTR8102 PHILIPS

How do I turn on the device for the first time?

Long press the power button for 3 seconds. The device will show the Philips logo. Before first use, charge the device for at least 3 hours.

How do I start a voice recording?

Press the Voice Record button (③) on the preview interface. Press again to stop and save the file.

What should I do if the device does not power on?

The battery may be depleted. Connect the device to a charger using the USB cable and charge for about 4 hours with the device turned off.

How can I correct the time and date?

Go to Setting Mode > System Setting > System time. Use the arrow keys to adjust the values and press Menu to confirm.

Why are my recorded images blurry?

Clean the lens with a soft, clean cloth. Ensure the lens is not smudged or dirty.

How do I record video at night?

In low light, press the Voice Record button to switch to night mode. The screen will turn black and white, and the infrared LEDs will activate.

What memory card can I use?

It supports TF (microSD) cards up to 256 GB. It is recommended to use a Class 10 card for best performance.

How do I reset the device if it freezes?

Open the USB cover on the side. Use a pointed object (like a tweezer) to press the Reset button inside the small hole. This will not erase your data.

Can I use the device as a webcam?

No, the VTR8102 acts as a USB mass storage device when connected to a computer, not as a webcam.

How do I mount the shoulder clip?

Align the connecting bracket of the clip into the slot on the back of the device and push it slowly until it clicks into place. To remove, hold the device and gently pull the clip out.

USER MANUAL Voice Tracer VTR8102 PHILIPS

使用手册

User manual

目录

1 欢迎 5

1.1 产品特点 5

2 重要须知 6

2.1 安全 6

3 您的音视频记录仪 7

3.1 供货范围 7

3.2 主机概览 7

4 开始使用 8

4.1 开 / 关机 8

4.2 充电方法 8

4.3 连接电脑 9

5 录像 10

6 当前录像时长 11

7 拍照 12

8 录音 13

9 一键回放模式 14

10 视频模式 15

10.1 视频播放 15

11 照片模式 16

12 语音模式 17

12.1 语音播放 17

13 设置模式 18

13.1 录音设置 18

13.2 录像设置 18

13.3 拍照设置 19

13.4 系统设置 20

14 背夹的装取 24

15 常见问题 25

3.2 主机概览：

录音界面说明

① 录音状态

② 当前录音时长

③电量指示

提示

①文件名

⑤ 当前时间

②ID号水印

⑥电量指示

③系统当前日期

⑦进度条

④播放状态

⑧ 文件总时间

10.1 视频播放

语音文件播放界面说明：

①文件名

④电量指示

②播放进度条

⑤文件总时长

③当前播放时长

12.1 语音播放

15 常见问题

I.I Product features 30

2 Important Notice 31

2.1 Safety 31

3 Your Audio/Video Recorder 32

1. I What's in the box 32

3.2 Overview of your audio recorder 32

4 Start to Use 33

4.1 Turn ON/OFF 33

4.2 Charging methods 34

4.3 Connecting to computer 34

5 Video Recording 35

6 Current Video Duration 36

7 Photo

37

8 Voice Recording 38

9 One-touch Playback Mode 40

10 Video Mode 41

10.1 Video playing 41

II Photo Mode 42

12 Audio Mode 43

12.1 Voice play 44

13 Setting Mode 45

13.1 Voice recording 45

13.2 Recording setting 45

13.3 Photo setting 46

13.4 System setting 47

14 Mounting of Shoulder Clip 52

15 FAQ 53

15.1 Unable to start audio and video recorder 53

15.2 Incorrect time/date 53
15.3 Unclear image 53
15.4 Fail to record audio/video 53
15.5 Unable to play audio or video files 53
15.6 How to respond to recorder failure 53

16 Technical Parameters 54

16.1 Memory 54
16.2 Dimensions and weight 54
16.3 PC Interface 54
16.4 Voice recording 54
16.5 Operating conditions 54

I Welcome

Welcome to the world of Philips! We are honored by your choice and purchase of Philips' products. You can have Philips' comprehensive technical supports from our website, e.g. user's manuals, software downloading and warranty information etc.

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1.1 Product features

• One-touch voice recording: Just press the voice record button to start recording, and then press again to save the file.
• One-touch video recording: Just press the video record button to start recording, and then press again to save the file.
• Super-wide angle lens to get a fuller picture.
• Super-wide angle lens with more charge to get a clearer picture.
• Double-filter switcher for images without color deviation during the day and clearer images at night.
• On-Screen Display function ensures that all videos and photos contain un-editable timing, product serial number and user serial number that ensure legal validity of such

evidence.

• Super long file name: All recorded video files contain information such as product serial number, recording time and user serial number, which ensure convenient data storage and retrieval.
• All recorded video files are automatically cut and saved to prevent data loss due to incorrect operation.
  • External memory card supports 256G.
• High-definition speaker: Use high-quality speaker to give you a live feel during audio or video play.
  • Record in a common MP3 format.
• Access to the audio file and data by using high-speed USB 2.0.
• It is able to be used as a large capacity USB storage device to ensure the maximum compatibility.
• The damper shaft back clip can be adjusted at any angle, which is flexible and reliable to wear.

2 Important Notice

2.1 Safety

Notice

- Protect the cables from being pinched, particularly at plugs.

Warning

Special Announcement: Before using the product, please read the Manual carefully. The Company shall not be held liable for any data loss due to incorrect manual operation or force majeure. We specially recommend that users make additional copies of the files in the device.

3 Your Audio/Video Recorder

3.1 What's in the box

3.2 Overview of your audio recorder

① Video recording button
③ Recording button/IR switch
⑤ Lens
⑦ Power on/off
⑨ Screen
⑪ Menu key/Back key
③ Indicator lamp

② Photo/Star button
④ Additional light
⑥ USB interface/TF card socket/Reset
⑧ Loudspeaker
⑩ Up/FB
⑫ Down/FF

4 Start to Use

4.1 Turn ON/OFF

Notice

- Please recharge the device for three hours before using it for the first time!

During shutdown mode, long press Turn ON button for 3 seconds, and the device will be turned on, showing the Philips logo, as shown below:

Then the device enters the preview interface, as shown in the fi gure below. In the preview state, the working indicator lights up in green. On this interface, press the menu button and the device returns to the setting interface. Long press

'◀' or '▶' to zoom in or out on the preview interface for digital zoom.

Notice

• This device is powered by a non-removable lithium battery. If you do not use the audio and video recorder for a long time, long press the power button for 3 seconds to turn off the device.
• If the record does not work properly, please check if the device is out of power.
• During the operation please do not pull out the external memory card. Otherwise, damage might be caused to the files or the device.
• When the battery sign shows this ‘ [ ]’, please charge your device in time.

4.2 Charging methods

(I) Use USB cable to connect the device with PC, the indicator will show green light during charging.
(2) Use USB cable and the connector to charge the device. The device indicator will show green light first, which will be extinguished after the device is fully charged.

Reminder

- The device can be charged either during ON or OFF mode. Normally, during OFF mode charging, it takes around 4 hours for full charging. During ON mode, it takes around 6 hours for full charging (we recommend that you use OFF mode charging).

4.3 Connecting to computer

The recorder can be used as a large-volume USB storage device, which can be connected to the computer. No software needs to be installed for VTR8102. The recorder will be shown as a portable device. The icon of connecting to computer is shown in the figure below.

Reminder

- When the file are moved from the PC to the VideoTracer, please do not disconnect the device from the PC.

5 Video Recording

When you use the recorder for the first time, please pay attention to the requirements in this section!

(1) On the Preview interface, press the 'Video Record' button to start recording. The device will vibrate twice briefly and the state indicator flickers red.

(2)Long press'◀' or '▶' on the preview interface to zoom in or out on the preview interface for digital zoom.

(3) When recording at night, in a low light environment or of the infrared is in manual mode, please press the 'Voice Record' button to change to night recording mode. The screen will become black/white.

(4) Press the 'Photo' button to capture the current recording screen.

(5) Long press the photo button during video recording. The file will be marked as important file, and the marked file will not be deleted when the loop video files are turned up.

(6) The reference video recording interface is shown below:

Recording Interface Illustration

① Recording resolution

② Video recording

③ ID watermark

④ System current data and time

⑤ Recording mode

⑥ Battery

⑦ Remaining card capacity

6 Current Video Duration

Notice

- When the battery icon is showing empty, it means low on battery. When the low battery icon occurs, the system will automatically shut down. If you are recording, the system will automatically save the recorded files then shut down. In case of low battery, please charge your device timely. During low battery, the device gives you 'Low Battery' notice as shown below.

Reminder

• Before recording, please adjust the recording parameters first.
• Please delete some unnecessary files before recording.

7 Photo

Please note the instructions in this section when you take the first photo with your Video Tracer! On the preview interface, press the Camera button to take a photo. While taking a photo, a red light appears with a "click" sound. If taking a photo in a dark environment, the device needs its infrared lamp or additional lamp to secure good quality videos. During the video recording the user can press the camera button to make a photo.

8 Voice Recording

When you use the device for audio recording for the first time, please read the instructions in this section!

(I) Press the 'Voice button' in the video preview state to start recording; the working indicator lights on in yellow; please point the built-in microphone to the voice source.
(2) Press the 'Voice' button to end the recording and return to the preview interface.

The recording interface is shown below:

Audio recording interface

① Recording status
② Current recording duration
③ Battery status

Reminder

• Before recording, please adjust the desired recording sensitivity.
• Please delete some unnecessary files before recording.
• Please test the voice recording first to confirm that the audio and video recorder settings are correct.
• Do not pull out the memory card during audio/video recording mode. Otherwise, damage might be caused to the files.
• Do not cut off power during audio/video recording mode. Otherwise, damage might be caused to the recorder and the files might be lost or damaged.
• If you intend to use the device for a long period of time, please charge the device before recording.

9 One-touch Playback Mode

On the Preview interface, press the Right button quickly after the video recording file is saved, the Voice Tracer will directly play the file. Press the Right button quickly after the voice recording file is saved, the Video Tracer will directly play the file. By default, the one-touch playback will play the last video recording file as soon as the device is powered on.

10 Video Mode

On the camera preview status interface, we can use the '◀' button to enter the review playback interface, press '◀' or '▶' to select the video option, and then press the menu button to confirm the video fi le list interface. The video fi le list reference interface is shown below:

Press '◀' or '▶' to select the video file. Press the menu button to enter the video playback interface. The video playback reference interface is as shown below:

The deletion of the file can be done by connecting to a computer.

10.1 Video playing

(I)Press' or ' to select the fi le you need to play.
(2)Press the 'Menu' button to start playback, and the working indicator will light on in green.
(3) During playback, press the 'Menu' button to pause playback, press the 'Menu' button again, and the playback will return to the previous position.
(4)Press '◀' or '▶' during playback to select 2 times, 4 times, 8 times, 16 times, 32 times, 64 times to fast backward or fast forward the currently playing fi le.

11 Photo Mode

In the camera preview status interface, the 'button can be used to enter the review playback interface. Press 'or 'button to select the camera option, then press the menu button to enter the camera fi le list interface. The camera fi le list reference interface is shown below:

Press '◀' or '▶' button to select the photo file to be played; press the menu button to enter the photo browsing state, press '◀' or '▶' to switch the photo.

12 Audio Mode

In the camera preview state, you can use the '◀' button to enter the review playback interface, press the '◀' or '▶' button to select the voice recording option, and then press the menu button to enter the voice fi le list interface. The voice fi le list reference interface is as shown below:

Press the 'or' button to select the audio fi le to be played; press the menu button to enter the voice playback interface. The voice playback reference interface is as shown below:

Audio File Playing Interface Illustration:

① File name

④ Battery

② Progress bar

⑤ Total file length

③ Current duration

12.1 Voice play

(I)Press'◀ or ' ▶ button to select the file you want to play.
(2)Press the 'Menu' button to start playback, the working indicator will light on in green.
(3) During playback, press the menu button to pause playback and press the menu button again to resume playback.

13 Setting Mode

Press the menu button in the camera preview status interface, the system will enter the setting interface. System settings include: voice recording setting, video recording setting, camera setting and system setting.

Press the ‘◀’ or ‘▶’ button to select and press the menu button to enter the selected option. Long press the ‘Menu’ button to return to the preview interface.

13.1 Voice recording

Press 'Menu' to enter the setting mode, press 'or' to select the voice recording setting menu, press 'Menu' to select, and the options of high, medium and low will pop up. Select different levels of microphone sensitivity to achieve different recording effects.

13.2 Recording setting

The video settings menu includes: resolution, video quality, video pre-recording, video delay recording.

Press ‘◀’ or ‘▶’ to select the option you want to set, and then press the menu button to enter.

13.2.1 Resolution

Video resolution is of four levels, namely 2304×1296 30P, 1920×1080 30P, 1280×720 30P, and 848×480 30P. Different video resolution options can meet the requirements in most application occasions. Press ‘◀’ or ‘▶’ to select appropriate resolution. Press the menu button when the selection is completed, and long press the menu button to return to the previous menu.

The reference interface is shown below:

13.2.2 Video quality

There are three quality options to choose from on the Video Quality menu: 'Highres', 'Good', 'Normal'. According to different needs, different quality effects are selected. The better the video quality, the larger the memory occupied by the same video length.

13.2.3 Video pre-recording

Apply the video pre-recording function to start the recording around the fi rst ten seconds, before the record button is activated. The video pre-recording has two options: off and on. Press

'◀' or '▶' to select, and press the menu button to confirm. Long press the menu button to return to the previous menu.

Pre-recording time: about 17 seconds.

13.2.4 Delayed recording

Apply the delayed recording function to continue the recording for a certain time after pushing the button to save the recording. There are five options for delayed recording: setting off, 5 sec, 10 sec, 15 sec, 30 sec and 60 sec. Press

'or ' to select and press the menu button to confirm after the selection is completed. Long press the menu button to return to the previous menu.

13.3 Photo setting

The photo settings menu includes: photo size, photo quality, auto shooting and continuous shooting. Press '◀' or '▶' to select the option you want, and then press the menu button to enter.

13.3.1 Photo size

The sizes of the photos are of 38M, 34M, 23M, 20M, 18M, 16M, 14M, 12M, 8M, 5M, 3M and 2M. Press ‘◀’or ‘▶’ to select the appropriate resolution. After the selection is completed, press the menu button to confirm. Long press the menu button to return to the previous menu. The reference interface is shown below:

13.3.2 Photo quality

There are three quality options to choose from on the Photo Quality menu: 'Highres', 'Good', 'Normal'. According to different needs, different quality effects are selected. The better the picture quality, the larger the memory occupied by the photo.

13.3.3 Photo selftimer

Photo selftimer means that the device takes a photo at regular intervals when the Camera button is pressed in the Preview mode until the Camera button is pressed, the card is full or the battery is empty. Photo selftimer offers six options: Off, 3 Seconds, 5 Seconds, 10 Seconds, 30 Seconds and 60 Seconds. Press the

'◀' or '▶' button to select the desired number of seconds. After selection, press the OK button to confirm, or press the Back button to return to the previous menu.

13.3.4 Photo rate

Photo rate means press the photo button to take photos during preview or recording mode.

On the camera setting menu, select 'Photo rate' and press

the menu button to enter. Press '◀ or ' ▶ select. Press the menu button to confirm after the selection is completed. Longpressthemenubuttontoreturntothepreviousmenu.

13.4 System setting

System settings menu includes: language, default settings, screen brightness, system time, auto power off, auto screen off, volume, in-car mode, video loop, in-car record, duration, key tone, indicator light, infrared switch, motion detect, EV, ID number, system info. Press ‘◀’ or ‘▶’ to select the option you want to set, and then press the menu button to enter.

13.4.1 Language

In the language selection menu, you can select a language as the system language. The reference interface of language selection is as follow:

13.4.2 Default settings

Apply the function to reset the device's setting options.

13.4.3 Brightness

When you want to use this function, you can adjust the brightness of the screen. The screen brightness can be set to three levels: high, medium and low. Press '◀' or '▶' to select the appropriate option. Press the menu button to confirm after the selection is completed. Long press the menu button to return to the previous menu.

13.4.4 System time

The system time setting interface is as shown below:

On this interface, press the menu button and '◀' or '▶' to set the real time. Press '◀' or '▶' to change the value. Press the menu button to confirm after the selection is completed. Long press the menu button to return to the previous menu.

13.4.5 Auto off

If there is no operation on the device, the VideoTracer automatically shuts down after a certain period of time. The interface looks like following:

13.4.6 Auto screen off

There are four options for the auto screen off time: Off, 1Min, 3Min, 5Min. If no operation is done to the device within the given time, the screen will black out. If 'Off' is selected, the display will be constantly lit.

13.4.7 Volume

When you use this function, you can adjust the volume of the device.

The volume setting can be selected from 11 values between 0 and 10. Press ‘◀’ or ‘▶’ to select the appropriate volume value. After the selection is completed, press the menu button to confirm.

13.4.8 In-car mode

The device can be used as car driving recorder which defaults to "Off", and "Video loop" and "Video loop" are unavailable at this time. When the "In-car mode" is on, "Video loop" and "Video loop" are unavailable and "In-car mode" defaults to "Off".

13.4.9 Video loop

On the video settings menu, select 'Loop video' and press the menu button to enter. Press '◀' or '▶' to choose from the two options: on and off. After the selection is completed, press the menu button to confirm. Press the menu button to return to the previous menu.

The reference interface is shown below:

13.4.10 In-car record

When the function is used, you can choose whether you want to record the sound inside the car.

13.4.11 Duration

The segmented video has six levels: 5 minutes, 10 minutes, 15 minutes, 20 minutes, and 30 minutes. During the recording process, the segmented video automatically saves the video file in segments and automatically switches to the next video recording.

The video segmentation function reference interface is shown below :

13.4.12 Key tone

When the function is used, there will be an audible prompt for button operation.

13.4.13 Indicator light

When the function is used, you can turn on or off the status indicator as needed.

13.4.14 Infrared switch

On the System Settings menu, press the or button to select the "Infrared" menu, and then press the Menu button to enter the Infrared Switch menu. The menu offers two options: Manual and Auto. After selecting the mode, press the OK button to confirm, or press the Back button to return to the previous menu.

13.4.15 Motion detect

In the standby state, the audio and video recorder automatically turns on the recording function after an object enters the shooting range of the audio and video recorder. After the object leaves the shooting range, the recording function ends and the recording file is saved. The motion detection function setting can be selected: off, low, middle, high.

13.4.16 EV

Exposure compensation is an exposure control method that compensates for brighter or darker shots. You can adjust the brightness of your photos to create unique visual effects according to your own needs.

The exposure compensation setting can be selected from 13 values between -2.0 and +2.0. Press ‘◀’ or ‘▶’ to select the appropriate value. When the selection is completed, press the menu button to confirm.

13.4.17 ID number

ID number setting interface is as shown below:

On this interface, press the menu button and '◀' or '▶' to set the device number and user number. Press '◀' or '▶' to change the corresponding position value, and press the menu key to confirm. Long press the menu to return to

the previous menu.

13.4.18 System info

The system information menu includes: total storage capacity, available space, available video time, available audio time, battery power and version number.

Total storage capacity: local memory size information.

Available space: remaining space information.

Available video time: the time length for the current video recording resolution.

Available audio time: the time length for the current audio recording type.

Battery level: current battery level information.

Version number: Firmware version information.

14 Mounting of Shoulder Clip

① When mounting the shoulder clip, align the connecting bracket of the clip into the main slot according to the shown position, and then slowly push it until the top of the clip reaches the bottom of the slot.
②When removing the shoulder clip, hold it with one hand, hold the device body with the other hand and hold the clip. Gently push it out until the connecting bracket leaves the device. It is as shown below:

15 FAQ

This section has listed all the frequently asked questions to help you address the simple issues during use of the voice/video recorder. If such issues persist, please consult our dealersorvisitourofficialwebsite:www.philips.com/support

15.1 Unable to start audio and video recorder

Thebatterhasrunoutandyouneedtochargeyourdevice.

15.2 Incorrect time/date

The audio and video recorder time is not accurate, and please reset the time on the menu.

15.3 Unclear image

Unclean lens has caused it. Please use clean cloth to clean it.

15.4 Fail to record audio/video

The internal storage of audio/video recorder has run out and

no recycling shooting mode has been turned on. Please delete some of the files or transfer such files to external storage device.

15.5 Unable to play audio or video files

The batter is used up, please charge your device.

15.6 How to respond to recorder failure

Sometimes you will encounter in the operation the problems such as failure to power on or black screen, etc. The usual processing method is to reset it. The position of the reset button: open the USB cover, and you'll find a small hole in the slot; use tweezers or pointed item to click on the hole.

Note: This operation will not cause data loss or destruction.

16 Technical Parameters

16.1 Memory

External Memory

Recording time reference(16GB): about 290 hours

Type of Internal Storage: C10 TF card

Mobile storage device (PC): Yes

16.2 Dimensions and weight

Width × Height × Depth: 56×78×25 (mm)

Weight (with battery): 110g (without back clip)

16.3 PC Interface

Operating System: Windows 7,8,10/Vista/XP/2000, Mac OS X,

Linux

Port: USB

16.4 Voice recording

Mono: The bit rate is 128kbps, and the format is MP3

16.5 Operating conditions

Temperature: -30°C \~ 55°C

Air humidity: 10% – 90%, non-condensing

Warranty card

质保书

year warranty

一年质保

Type: VTR8102

Serial nr:

Date of purchase

购买日期

Dealer's name, address and signature

销售商名称、地址及签字

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