VC-705 - Action Camera Vakoss - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL VC-705 Vakoss

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Instruction Manual

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This product meets all the requirements and provisions of the applicable European Union directives. Declaration of Conformity (DoC) is available on the vakomtek.com Detailed warranty information can be found in the warranty card. The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. Vakomtek S.A. reserves the right to calculation mistakes and printing errors. Copyright © 2012 Vakomtek S.A. All rights reserved. Any reproduction, reprint, adaptation or translation without permission is prohibited

We recommend using a Class 4 or higher SDHC card, in order to avoid any problems when storing and archiving high-definition photos and video

Button Functions :

1) Select Up Button

During standby or recording, press this button to adjust digital functions. In the menu, use the select up button to highlight options.

2) Menu Button

Press to show menu selection.

3) Select Down Button

During standby or recording, press this button to adjust digital functions. In the menu, use the select down button to highlight options.

4) USB Port

① USB Port
② Used for connecting to PC to upload data
③ Used to connect outside power source, charge battery, or provide power

5) Lens

Camera Lens

6) Speakers

Video sound playback monitoring; operational use

7) "OK" Button

Video recording and picture taking selection; in video mode, press for to start recording, press again to stop recording. In camera mode, press for a short time to take a photo. While viewing the function menu, use this button to confirm actions.

8) Mode Button

Press this button to switch between video and camera modes

SOS Function: During video recording, use this function to save quickly

9) POWER ON/OFF

Power On/Off: hold down this button to turn off or turn on power; press to turn on or off the flash.

10) Display

Camera, Viewfinder, Playback Display

11) TF Port

Memory Card Slot

12) LED Light

Night Vision Infrared Light; press to turn off and on

13) Mounting Bracket

Camera mounting position

14) Reset

If camera freezes, press to restart

15) MIC Port

Audio receiving port

Special Functions:

Gsensor(Gravity Sensor)

When the camera experiences G forces of 2, 4, or 8 (Can pick, 1G=9.80 m/s^2), it will automatically save your files; nothing will be lost. This function can also be turned off.

Automatic power on/ off

When connected to a power source in a vehicle, the camera turns on automatically; data is saved automatically when turned off.

SOS

Press M/B to save during recording so that files will not be over-written; press "OK" to stop recording and cancel this function.

Video Instructions:

Turning off and on

Press and hold “POWER ON/OFF” button to power on; the blue indicator light will turn on. Press and hold “POWER ON/OFF” again to turn off; the blue indicator light will turn off.

Attention: after the display gives a low power notice, the camera will automatically shut down.

Video Mode

Press "MENU" to switch to video mode and a video recorder icon will be shown in the upper left corner of the display

Press "OK" to start recording; the video recorder icon will flash red indicating recording is in process.

Camera Mode

Press "MENU" to switch to camera mode and a camera icon will be shown in the upper left corner of the display;

Press "OK" to take a photo; the display will flash once to show the action has been completed

Video Playback; Photo Viewing

Press “MENU” to switch to video playback or photo viewing mode; a playback icon will be shown in the upper left corner of the display.

Press ▲ and ▼ to highlight files

Press "OK" to select files

Menu Settings

Default video status

Press "MENU" to enter video settings; at this time the video icon will have a yellow background; use 🔊 to ▼ highlight files and press "OK" to select functions.

1. Resolution: press "OK" to enter menu options; the options are 1080FHD

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1920x1080, 1080P 1440X1080, 720P 1280X720, WVGA 848X480, VGA 640X480, and QVGA 320X240 for a total of 6 choices. Use 🔊 buttons to highlight choices and press “OK” to select.

1. Looped Recording: Press “OK” to enter menu options; options are: “off, 1 minute, 2 minutes, or 3 minutes”. Use the 🔊 buttons to highlight options; press “OK” to select options. You can select “1 minute, 2 minutes, or 3 minutes”, but the size of each file size may be different. If you fill the memory card, the last recording may record over the first recording. If the last recording is the same or equal size to your first recording, it will only record over that first recording. If the last recording is longer than your first recording, the last recording may record over the second recording as well. It is advised to use the “1 minute” setting to prevent loss of data. If this setting is off, the camera will stop recording when the memory card is full and it will not loop over your first recording.
2. Exposure: +2.0, +5/3, +4/3, +1.0, +2/3, +1/3, +0.0, -1/3, -2/3, -1.0, -4/3, -5/3, -2.0, can use this option to set the brightness.
3. Motion Detection: can select on or off; if you select on, the camera will record when it senses motion; if the camera is still for over 15 seconds, it will stop recording. If you select off, this function will not activate.
4. Audio Recording: can select on or off; if you select on, the video will include audio; if you select off, the video will have no sound.
5. Date and Time Tags: can select on or off; if you select on, the video will include a date and time tag, if you select off, the video will not include date and time tags.
6. Gravity Sensor: options include 2G, 4G, 8G, or off mode: When the camera experiences G forces of 2, 4, or 8 (Can pick, 1G=9.80 m/s^2), it will automatically save your files; nothing will be lost. This function can also be turned off. While recording, press MIB for this option.
7. Button Sound: can select on or off; if you select on, the buttons will have a sound when pressed; if you select off, the buttons will have no sound when pressed.

Camera Instructions

When the camera is in standby mode, press MIB to switch to camera mode.

Press "MENU" to enter camera settings; press 🔒 to highlight and press "OK" to select functions.

1. Shooting Mode: can select single shot, 2 second timer, 5 second timer, and

10 second timer; single shot takes the photo when the "OK" button is pressed; if the timer options are selected, the timer will start counting down when the "OK" button is pressed.

1. Resolution: Can select 12M 4032X3024, 10M 3648X2736, 8M 3264X2448, 5M 2592X1944, 3M 2048X1536, 2MHD 1920X1080, VGA 640X480, and 1.3M 1280X960, a total of 8 different size choices.
2. Continuous Shooting: can select on or off; if you turn the function on, then press "OK", the camera will take 3 photos consecutively; this function is suggested for sports photography or similar events.
3. Image Quality: can decide from high quality, standard quality, and basic quality options. In this case, the resolution is fixed; high quality results in the best pictures but with a large file size; basic quality has a smaller file size.
4. Sharpness: can decide from 3 options: sharp, standard, or soft.
5. Whiteness Balance: can decide from 5 options: auto, daylight, cloudy, tungsten and fluorescent.
6. Color: can decide from 3 options: "standard, black and white, and retro".
7. ISO: can decide from 4 options: "auto, 100, 200, and 400".
8. Exposure: +2.0, +5/3, +4/3, +1.0, +2/3, +1/3, +0.0, -1/3, -2/3, -1.0, -4/3, -5/3, -2.0; can decide from these options to select image brightness.
9. Anti-shake option: can select on or off; it is recommended to select on to ensure the best image results.
10. Quick Preview: can select off, 2 seconds, or 5 seconds; if you select 2 or 5 seconds, the photo will stay on display for 2 or 5 seconds depending on your choice.
11. Date and time tags: can select off, date, or date/time.

Playback Mode:

During video mode, press M/B twice to enter playback mode; in camera mode, press M/B once to enter playback mode. In this mode, you can preview videos or pictures. Use the ▲▼ buttons to highlight options and press “OK” to select video or photo. While in playback mode, press “MENU” to save or delete files.

1. Delete: Press "OK" to enter the delete menu; select delete current or delete all options; use the menu to exit. Be sure to confirm the deleted selection before deleting files.
2. Save: Press "OK" to enter save menu; select lock current, unlock current, lock all, and unlock all options. Use the menu to exit.

Systems Setup

In any mode, press the "MENU" button twice to enter camera settings, select from the following:

1. Time/Date: select the time and date using the ⏻️ buttons. Press “OK” to select and confirm.
2. Automatic Shutoff: Can decide from "off, 1 minute, or 3 minutes"; use this setting to save power and usage life.
3. Language: select from 12 different languages according to your needs.
4. Power Frequency: can select different settings for best results.
5. Screen Protection: can select "off, 3 minutes, 5 minutes, or 10 minutes"; if this option is selected, the camera will go into sleep mode to protect the screen and save energy.
6. Image Rotation: can select on or off; use to pick the best size ratio.
7. Formatting: when the SD card is inserted, you can format the card to ensure better usage. First decide if you want to format; press the "OK" button to confirm; make sure the SD card is empty of all files as formatting will delete any files remaining in the card.
8. Default Settings: can select from cancel or confirm. The user can select to return to default settings or not according to needs.
   9.Version: the number of this machine.

Press the "menu" button to exit settings.

SOS

While recording, press MIB to save data.

USB Mode

When you connect the USB cord to the computer and turn on the camera, the USB menu will automatically appear. Can decide from 2 options:

1: USB-Disk

Access the file in this mode

2: PC-Camera

Real time picture and video chat with this mode.

Battery Usage

Battery Power Indicates at 4 levels

There are 2 ways to charge the battery. When the battery is charging, a red indicator light will show. When the battery is fully charged, the red indicator light will automatically turn off.

1: Charge by the USB (DC 5V 500\~1000mA)
2: Charge by vehicle power adapter (included)

Note: If for any reason the product freezes during operation, use the reset button to return the system to normal.

Troubleshooting:

Under normal operating conditions, please see the following suggestions for troubleshooting possible product malfunctions.

Cannot take a photo or record

Check if the TF card has enough space or is locked.

The camera stops while recording

Because high def video data is large, use an SDHC compatible high speed TF card; the high speed TF card will have the C4 or C6 logo.

When viewing photos or playing back video, a "file error" message appears:

The TF card is malfunctioning or there are incomplete files; use the camera format function to adjust.

Image is blurry

Check to see if the lens has dirt or fingerprints on it; wipe the lens before taking photos.

Image is dark when photographing sky, water, or other scenes:

Large contrasts in scenes will influence the exposure functions; see the menu setting to adjust the EV.

Image has horizontal streaks

This is due to electrical frequency differences; please set according to local power supply frequency, for example 50 or 60 Hz.

Contain Li-ion Battery. Do not dispose as unsorted municipal waste! Contact your local government for information regarding the collection systems available. Hazardous substances can leak into the groundwater and get into the food chain, damaging your health and well being, so their proper utilization is very important.