Alpine DVR-C310R, DVR-C310S, RVC-C310 Owner's Manual

FOR CAR USE ONLY/ POUR APPLICATION AUTOMOBILE UNIQUEMENT/ NUR FÜR AUTOMOBIL GEBRAUCH/ PARA USO EN AUTOMÓVILES/ SOLO PER L’UTILIZZO IN AUTOMOBILE/ ТОЛЬКО ДЛЯ ИСПОЛЬЗОВАНИЯ В АВТОМОБИЛЯХ

Advanced Dash Cam

DVR-C310R

DVR-C310S

RVC-C310

• OWNER’S MANUAL	• MANUAL DE OPERACIÓN
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FCC Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

•Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

•This appliance and its antenna must not be co-located or operation in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

•A minimum separation distance of 20cm must be maintained between the antenna and the person for this appliance to satisfy the RF exposure requirements.

FCC CAUTION: Any changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.

FCC ID: 2ADTG-DVRC310R

Information to user : RSS-247

This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator & your body.

This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s).

Please be cautioned the changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Notice: Operation is subject to the following two conditions : (1) this device may not cause interference, and

(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. IC: 12594A-DVRC310R

Contents

Operating Instructions

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4. Using the mobile viewer

1. Product overview

1.1Included items

1.1.1DVR-C310R (2 camera, USA/Canada only)

1.1.2DVR-C310S (1 camera)

1.1.3RVC-C310 (Rear view only)

1.2Part names

1.2.1Front camera (main unit) - front view

1.2.2Front camera (main unit) - rear view

1.2.3Rear camera (RVC-C310)

1.3Removing and inserting the memory card

1.4Overviewing connection diagram

1.4.12 Camera connection diagram (DVR-C310R / RVC-C310)

1.4.21 Camera connection diagram (DVR-C310S)

1.4.3Car charger connection diagram

2. Installing the product

2.1Installing the front camera (main unit)

2.1.1Selecting an installation location

2.1.2Securing the product

2.1.3Connecting the power cable with the car charger

2.2Installing the rear camera

2.2.1Selecting an installation location

2.2.2Securing the rear camera

2.2.3Connecting the rear camera cable

2.3Installing the external GPS receiver

3. Using recording features

	8	4.1	Connect the product to a smartphone
		4.2	Viewing the mobile viewer screen layout
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85. Using the PC viewer

95.1 System requirements

95.2 Learning about the PC viewer

105.2.1 Installing the PC viewer

	10	5.2.2 PC viewer screen layout (for Windows)
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		5.2.3 Playing recorded videos on the PC
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		viewer (for Windows)

115.2.4 PC viewer screen layout (for Mac)

125.2.5 Playing recorded videos on the PC viewer (for Mac)

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	6. Settings
13	6.1 Managing the memory card

136.2 Setting the Camera

146.3 Setting recording features

6.4 Read Safety settings

	14	6.5	Configuring the system settings
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	14	7. Accessing the product information
	16	7.1	Viewing product information
	16	7.2	Accessing and configuring the GPS

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17 8. Upgrading the firmware

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199. Troubleshooting

2010. Specifications

3.1	Turning the product on or off	20
3.2	Learning about file storage locations	20
3.3	Using the continuous recording feature	21
3.4	Recording manually	21
3.5	Using parking mode	22

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Operating Instructions

Points to Observe for Safe Usage

Read this manual carefully before using the system components. They contain instructions on how to use this product in a safe and effective manner. Alpine cannot be responsible for problems resulting from failure to observe the instructions in this manual.

This manual uses various pictorial displays to show you how to use this product safely and to alert you to potential dangers resulting from improper connections and operation. Following are the meanings of these pictorial displays. It is important to fully understand the meanings of these pictorial displays in order to use this manual and the system properly.

Safety symbols in this guide

"Warning" - This symbol means Important Instructions. Failure to heed them can result in serious injury or death.

"Caution" - This symbol means Important Instructions. Failure to heed them can result in Injury or material property damage.

"Note" - This symbol means useful information that helps users better utilize the product's features.

Safety information for proper use

Driving and product operation

• MINIMIZE DISPLAY VIEWING WHILE DRIVING. Viewing the display may distract the driver from looking ahead of the vehicle and cause an accident.

•OPERATION OF THE SYSTEM WHILE DRIVING IS DANGEROUS. Users should stop vehicle before operating the software.

•THIS SOFTWARE IS DESIGNED FOR USE EXCLUSIVELY IN THE UNIT. It cannot and may not be used in conjunction with other hardware.

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Power supply and product installation

• DO NOT WATCH VIDEO WHILE DRIVING. Watching the video may distract the driver from looking ahead of the vehicle and cause an accident.

•DO NOT DISASSEMBLE OR ALTER. Doing so may result in an accident, fire or electric shock.

•USE ONLY IN CARS WITH A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUND. (Check with your dealer if you are not sure.) Failure to do so may result in fire, etc.

•USE THE CORRECT AMPERE RATING WHEN REPLACING FUSES. Failure to do so may result in fire or electric shock.

•DO NOT BLOCK VENTS OR RADIATOR PANELS. Doing so may cause heat to build up inside and may result in fire.

•USE THIS PRODUCT FOR MOBILE 12V APPLICATIONS. Use for other than its designed application may result in fire, electric shock or other injury.

•MAKE THE CORRECT CONNECTIONS. Failure to make the proper connections may result in fire, battery drain, or product damage.

•BEFORE WIRING, DISCONNECT THE CABLE FROM THE NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL. Failure to do so may result in electric shock or injury due to electrical shorts.

•DO NOT ALLOW CABLES TO BECOME ENTANGLED IN SURROUNDING OBJECTS. Arrange wiring and cables in compliance with the manual to prevent obstructions when driving. Cables or wiring that obstruct or hang up on places such as the steering wheel, gear lever, brake pedals, etc. can be extremely hazardous.

•DO NOT SPLICE INTO ELECTRICAL CABLES. Never cut away cable insulation to supply power to other equipment. Doing so will exceed the current carrying capacity of the wire and result in fire or electric shock.

•DO NOT DAMAGE PIPE OR WIRING WHEN DRILLING HOLES. When drilling holes in the chassis for installation, take precautions so as not to contact, damage or obstruct pipes, fuel lines, tanks or electrical wiring. Failure to take such precautions may result in fire.

•DO NOT USE BOLTS OR NUTS IN THE BRAKE OR STEERING SYSTEMS TO MAKE GROUND CONNECTIONS. Bolts or nuts used for the brake or steering systems (or any other safety-related system), or tanks should NEVER be used for installations or ground connections. Using such parts could disable control of the vehicle and cause fire etc.

•DO NOT INSTALL IN LOCATIONS WHICH MIGHT HINDER VEHICLE OPERATION, SUCH AS THE STEERING WHEEL OR SHIFT LEVER. Doing so may obstruct forward vision or hamper movement etc. and results in serious accident.

•DO NOT OPERATE ANY FUNCTION THAT TAKES YOUR ATTENTION AWAY FROM SAFELY DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE.

Any function that requires your prolonged attention should only be performed after coming to a complete stop. Always stop the vehicle in a safe location before performing these functions. Failure to do so may result in an accident.

Children

KEEP SMALL OBJECTS SUCH AS SCREWS OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. Swallowing them may result in serious injury. If swallowed, consult a physician immediately.

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Other information about the product

Product management and operation

• HALT USE IMMEDIATELY IF A PROBLEM APPEARS. Failure to do so may cause personal injury or damage to the product. Return it to your authorized Alpine dealer or the nearest Alpine Service Center for repairing.

•HAVE THE WIRING AND INSTALLATION DONE BY EXPERTS. The wiring and installation of this unit requires special technical skill and experience. To ensure safety, always contact the dealer where you purchased this product to have the work done.

•USE SPECIFIED ACCESSORY PARTS AND INSTALL THEM SECURELY. Be sure to use only the specified accessory parts. Use of other than designated parts may damage this unit internally or may not securely install the unit in place. This may cause parts to become loose resulting in hazards or product failure.

•ARRANGE THE WIRING SO IT IS NOT CRIMPED OR PINCHED BY A SHARP METAL EDGE. Route the cables and wiring away from moving parts (like the seat rails) or sharp or pointed edges. This will prevent crimping and damage to the wiring. If wiring passes through a hole in metal, use a rubber grommet to prevent the wire's insulation from being cut by the metal edge of the hole.

•DO NOT INSTALL IN LOCATIONS WITH HIGH MOISTURE OR DUST. Avoid installing the unit in locations with high incidence of moisture or dust. Moisture or dust that penetrates into this unit may result in product failure.

• Use a soft dry cloth for periodic cleaning of the product. For more severe stains, please dampen the cloth with water only. Anything else has the chance of dissolving the paint or damaging the plastic.

•Be sure the temperature inside the vehicle is between +45°C (+113°F) and 0°C (+32°F) before turning your unit on.

•If you have problems, do not attempt to repair the unit yourself. Return it to your Alpine dealer or the nearest Alpine Service Station for servicing.

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Warning and Notices

• This device should never be mounted in or to a vehicle in a way that interferes with the operations of the vehicle, including, but not limited to, airbags, lane detection systems, navigation device, and so forth.

Doing so may result violation of state or national laws, injury, or death. Always mount this device so that it does not obstruct the driver’s view. Any fines, penalties, or damages resulting from improperly or illegally operating this device are not the responsibility of Alps Alpine Co., Ltd. or any of its affiliates, subsidiaries, principals, officers, employees or shareholders.

•Do not operate or manipulate this device while driving, such as change settings, review footage, access information, change the device location or angle, or otherwise manipulate this device while driving. Do not allow this device to distract from safe driving.

•Do not mount this device where driver or passenger head impact is likely in the case of an accident, including, but not limited to areas directly in front of the driver or passengers.

•It may be a violation of state or national laws to secure this device to a dash board or windshield. It is the user’s responsibility to know and follow the applicable laws in the jurisdictions where this device is used.

•Do not use this device contrary to the instructions in this manual or contrary to national and state laws.

•It may be a violation of state or national laws to video or audio record someone with this device without their consent. This may include audio recording a passenger in your vehicle without his or her consent. It is the user’s responsibility to know and follow the applicable laws in the jurisdictions where this device is used.

•Publishing the recordings made with this device on social media or other places on the internet without consent of those in the recordings may violate state or national privacy laws. It is the user’s responsibility to know and follow the applicable laws in the jurisdictions where this device is used.

•This product uses lithium batteries. For your safety, do not overcharge this device. Do not leave this device plugged in when the vehicle is not turned off. Do not leave this device in extreme temperatures. Damaged, overcharged, or misused lithium batteries can explode or otherwise cause fire. Failure to heed these warning may result in injury or death.

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1. Product overview

1.1 Included items

Ensure that all the items are included when you open the product box.

• The standard items may change without prior notice.

•GPS reception may be affected by interference from the vehicle's windshield, particularly those treated with anti-UV protective coating, or built-in defroster.

1.1.1DVR-C310R (2 camera, USA/Canada only)

Front camera (main unit)	Rear camera	Mount	Hardwiring cable

		Quick start guide /
	Car charger	User guide / Warranty /	microSD card with adapter	Dash cam recording
		Registration card	(consumable)	warning sticker
		(stored in the microSD card)

	Cable clamp holder	Rear camera cable	Rear camera extension	Rear camera connection
			cable	cable

External GPS receiver

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Product overview

1.1.2 DVR-C310S (1 camera)

	Front camera (main unit)	Mount	Hardwiring cable			microSD card with adapter
						(consumable)

	Quick start guide /		Dash cam recording
	User guide	Cable clamp holder		External GPS receiver
			warning sticker
	(stored in the microSD card)

Car charger

1.1.3 RVC-C310 (Rear view only)

	Rear camera	Rear camera cable	Rear camera extension	Rear camera connection
			cable	cable

Cable clamp holder

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Product overview

1.2 Part names

1.2.1 Front camera (main unit) - front view

Front camera lens

Records the front view.

Mount connector

Used to connect the mount.

DC-IN power port

Used to connect the power cable.

GPS port

Used to connect the external GPS receiver.

V-IN input port

Used to connect the rear camera.

Speaker

Outputs the voice guide and buzzer sounds to indicate the product’s status.

1.2.2 Front camera (main unit) - rear view

REC button

•Short press: Starts manual recording

•Press and hold for 3 seconds: Audio recording ON/OFF

•Press and hold for 5 seconds: Memory card format

Wi-Fi LED

Indicates the Wi-Fi

connection status.

STATUS LED

Indicates the recording status.

Memory card slot

Insert a memory card to save recordings.

Wi-Fi button

Press to connect the product to a smartphone via Wi-Fi network.

Reset button

Insert the tip of a sharp

object to reset the product when an error occurs.

Microphone

Used for voice recording.

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Product overview

1.2.3 Rear camera (RVC-C310)

Adhesive mount

Used to fix the rear camera in the vehicle.

Connection port

Used to connect the rear camera to the front camera using a rear camera cable.

Rear camera lens

Records the rear view.

1.3 Removing and inserting the memory card

Follow the instructions to remove the memory card from the product or to insert the memory card into the product.

Before removing the memory card, ensure that the product is turned off. Gently push the bottom of the memory card with your fingernail to release it, and then remove it from the product.

To insert the memory card into the memory card slot, ensure that the metal contacts on the memory card are facing toward the product’s buttons, and insert it into the slot until you hear a click.

• Ensure that the product is turned off before removing the memory card. The recorded video files may be corrupted or lost if you remove the memory card while the product is on.

•Ensure that the memory card is in the correct direction before inserting it into the product. The memory card slot or the memory card may be damaged if it is inserted incorrectly.

•Use only authentic memory cards from Alpine. Alpine does not guarantee the compatibility and normal operation of third-party memory cards.

To prevent loss of recorded video files, periodically back up the video files on a separate storage device.

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Product overview

1.4 Overviewing connection diagram

Follow the connection diagram to properly install the product.

The connection diagram is for reference only. The product must be professionally installed in the vehicle by an Alpine authorized dealer/a trained specialist mechanic.

1.4.1 2 Camera connection diagram (DVR-C310R / RVC-C310)

Hardwiring cable

External GPS receiver

	Rear camera
	connection cable
Yellow	Rear camera
	connection cable
BATTERY

ACC	Red
		Rear camera
GND	Black	cable

Rear camera

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